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Upcoming events include a Dawn Chorus Walk on Saturday 28 May (6am start) and a Worm Charming event on Tuesday 31 May, from 10am.

Further events will follow across the summer holidays.

Please call 020 3500 8094 for more information or see www.essexwt.org.uk.

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It consists of flower-rich hay meadows beside the meandering River Roding. In parts wet and elsewhere dry, it is bounded by thick hedgerows, together with a small amount of scrub, secondary woodland and tree plantation. e meadows came to exist under an ancient system of management, which included grazing and hay cutting. Essex Wildlife Trust mimics this system in their management, using traditional breeds of cattle and continuing with a summer hay cut. is method ensures that wildlife-rich water meadows, which are rare and in decline elsewhere in the county, are preserved. ere is an abundance of beautiful wild flowers in spring and summer, including Southern Marsh Orchid, Devil's-Bit Scabious, Ragged Robin, Marsh Marigold and Yellow Watercress, all of which flourish. e meadows are perfect habitat for several species of butterfly, too, including skippers, blues and Meadow Brown. e meadows are a haven for birds. In spring and summer, Sedge Warblers breed in the riverside scrub. Both Whitethroat and Lesser Whitethroat frequent the hedgerows, which are such a distinctive part of the British countryside and vitally important for wildlife, too – not just for breeding but as shelter and a food source. ere is up to ten miles of hedgerow on the reserve, much of which is also managed traditionally, by laying and coppicing. Late summer sees flocks of finches, such as Goldfinch, on the seed heads of thistle and teasel. e river is a reliable site for Kingfisher and Grey Heron.

Look for Little Egret and Little Grebe, too. Kestrel, Buzzard and Green and Great Spotted Woodpeckers can be found elsewhere on the reserve.

• Roding Valley Meadows were declared a local nature reserve in 1986. From 1938 to 1964, part of the reserve RAF Chigwell; a number of features from the former site remain. ese include the balloon rotundas, from which barrage balloons were launched to protect North London against air raids in World War II, and concrete tracks. Within the reserve is green lane, which runs from near the river to the M11 Motorway – it is part of the ancient route from Epping Forest to Romford Market.

• e reserve is accessible at all times. ere is a one mile linear surfaced track that is adapted to accommodate wheelchairs and scooters. Dogs are allowed if kept under effective control; please keep dogs on leads when there is livestock on the reserve. Buckhurst Hill, Loughton and Debden tube stations (on the Central Line) are all within a few minutes’ walk of the reserve. Many bus services run to the neighbouring tube stations. e main car park is next to the David Lloyd Tennis Centre off Roding Lane, with additional parking by the reserve office in the Grange Farm Pavilion, off Chigwell High Road.

• e Trust runs an educational programme from the Grange Farm Centre – IG7 6DP, www.grangefarmcentre.co.uk – where there are facilities to receive school groups. Indoor and outdoor classrooms are available, as well as a vast array of wildlife activities. n

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ssex Wildlife Trust’s Roding Valley Meadows nature reserve, near Chigwell, is the largest remaining area of water meadows in Essex.

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A FANTASTIC “SECRET” DAY OUT IN ESSEX

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n the luscious Essex countryside, lies a secret, kept hidden away from public knowledge for the last 40 years. At Kelvedon Hatch Secret Nuclear Bunker you can witness the three lives of the bunker, starting with its role as an RAF ROTOR Station, then a brief period as a civil defence centre through to its most recent life as a Regional Government HQ. Built in great secrecy in 1952 this bunker was kept from the knowledge of the local villagers and the contractors who built it, right up to 1992 when it was brought back by the Parrish family: who owned the land before the government took it under the compulsory purchase act back in the 1950s.

As you enter the unsuspecting bungalow, you begin to take a trip down the 120 yard tunnel, past the 1 tonne blast doors, through the 10 foot thick reinforced concrete walls, you will then arrive in the heart of the bunker. Now over 100 feet underground you are able to take a tour around the vast bunker and see where up to 600 people would have lived, worked and helped to run the country in the event of a nuclear disaster. One of the museum curators James Godfrey said “e audio guided tour takes about an hour, it takes you back in time and should bring back many memories for anyone who lived through the cold war era”.

Now named the Bunkerland Adventure Park, it is a hub of activity all through the year with Rope Runners: an award winning high ropes park adventure Centre, suitable for ages 6 and up. ey also offer the opportunity to try your hands at

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archery, air rifle shooting, water zorbing, paintball targets, kaving and much more.

Clue HQ: Featuring various themed rooms full of clues, riddles, locks and puzzles. Up to six guests use team work and initiative to escape within Photography ©Mike Parrish sixty minutes. It’s a real life escape room. e last survivors: A live, action packed zombie apocalypse horror experience based at the bunker. You can see if you and a group of survivors have what it takes to make it out alive?

Nuclear races: Featuring gritty, tough obstacle races over varied, undulating terrain including man-made obstacles and awesome natural features. Expect big obstacles, highly organised events and copious amounts of mud. A multi award winning OCR, with many events held throughout the year.

With so much going on here at Bunkerland Adventure Park, Owner Mike Parrish had this to say “the site here at Kelvedon Hatch really does make for a great day out, with a mix of history, mental workouts and tree top adrenaline filled activities, it’s a fantastic all weather, educational attraction suitable for corporate outings. We also have a lot of films made here and we’re open all year”. n

THE DETAILS

Contacts: Secret Bunker 01277 364883 www.secretnuclearbunker.com Rope Runners 01277 364470 www.roperunners.co.uk Clue HQ 07494 499379 info@cluehqbrentwood.co.uk

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TIME TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE CHARITY CAMPAIGN Ash’s fundraising vision - the next instalment

As Ash Parmar’s vision to raise £20,000 for two charities supporting children continues, this month we look at the latest campaign just launched by local charity Haven House Children’s Hospice about how time can make a difference.

Cosmetic dentist Ash reflects on how his time has made a difference to Food for Life Vrindavan, (FFLV) a charity in India that provides education, food distribution, clothing, medical services and a better environment for the poorest children.

Ash with Krishna and Sheetal, children he has been sponsoring since 2006

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aven House launched its ‘Time to Make a Difference’ campaign placing adverts on 105 bus interior passenger panels on routes in Woodford Green, Woodford Wells and South Woodford. is is supported by a year-long partnership with local radio station Time 107.5.

Listeners in East London and West Essex will be able to hear a variety of adverts profiling Haven House services and stories from parents who use the hospice. Haven House wants to highlight the different ways people can support its work whether it’s through a donation, leaving a legacy, volunteering, attending an event or pledging to raise funds.

Visit www.havenhouse.org.uk/timetomakeadifference to find out more about your local children’s hospice.

Meanwhile Ash gives us his very personal views about his time well spent. “Charity and my contributions have taught me important things on my own journey in life so far. When you serve others, the appreciation, gratitude and love you get is very rewarding.

As a Trustee, each time I visited the Food for Life Vrindavan schools in India I saw first-hand the difference we can make to the lives of others and this has been the biggest inspiration for me. is is the reason I chose to get involved in charity fundraising last November. It has taken many hours of sharing my views and giving presentations to make people understand the worthy charitable work done by Haven House and FFLV. rough generous donations, we are in reach of the target of £20,000. anks to all those who have helped make this possible.

In summary, it has been a wonderful experience to discover more about how basic things are so often taken for granted.

Learning from Haven House I am now more grateful to God for good health and wellbeing - without which life can become very difficult. From FFLV I have seen how children from the slum villages can turn from ‘rough diamonds to polished jewels’.

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Special time at Haven House

My humble request is to ask you to make a difference and decide to attend our special event, Changing Children’s Lives charity fundraiser on Friday 24th June 2016 at e City Pavilion in Romford. Tickets are £35 each and include a specially catered three course Indian meal, entertainment, soft drinks plus a raffle and auction. A paid bar is available.

Please help us help others.” n To find out more visit www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk/charity

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BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE AT THE OAK-TREE SCHOOLS Already widely-known for its outstanding academic education, the Oak-Tree Group of Schools has spent much time over recent months creating plans and starting work on some exciting building projects designed to enhance the facilities and develop the learning.

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aving recently completed a £200,000 extension at Normanhurst in North Chingford, this year’s principle building projects are taking place at Coopersale Hall in Epping and at the Group’s newest addition, Braeside in Buckhurst Hill.

Although Braeside only joined the Oak-Tree Group eight months ago in September 2015, there is already an ambitious programme of building works planned to take place over the summer break for both the Junior and Senior sites. Matthew Hagger, Group Principal, tells us, “At the Senior site we will gained planning consent to take off the roof of the large Science Block and replace it with an upstairs Music and Drama Studio. is will provide a dedicated space for our performing arts, which is an area we will be developing.

We are also aiming to create new school kitchens by reforming several ancillary Coopersale Hall School, Epping ground floor areas, and we are currently working with various design teams. is will mean we can bring a full range of lunches to the school, which will be very popular with the parents and girls!” e Braeside Junior site will not be missing out as the summer holiday will be used to extend the School Hall to 1 4 M AY 2 0 1 6

‘Braeside School, Buckhurst Hill’ provide serveries, additional storage and new toilets. is will allow the catering team to transport food from the new Senior kitchens through a dedicated access and into the serveries without disturbing lessons. In addition, the lower ground floor will be given a major makeover with a reorganisation of space to create improved classroom accommodation, a larger outside play area and a new access to the rear of the school building.

Elsewhere in the Oak-Tree Group there is also work at Coopersale Hall School in Epping. Matthew Hagger continues, “We started a kitchen extension over the Easter break for completion at the end of the summer holiday. is will enable us to provide a new servery for the children, better storage and toilet facilities and enlarge our wood-panelled School Hall. As more and more pupils join us this development is essential to enhance our provision of food and provide more space for curricular and extra-curricular activities. It will also give the hall something of a facelift with a new floor and décor.”

Coopersale Hall has the benefit of a large car park that helps parents when dropping off or picking up when on the daily school runs. Renovation work started at Easter to resurface the main car park, with completion due by the end of the summer beak. n

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For more information visit: : www.oaktreeschools.co.uk

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“You make friends very quickly and you feel very welcome when you are new at Braeside.”

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For information or to arrange a visit contact the Admissions Registrar on 020 8504 1133 or enquiries@braesideschool.co.uk

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SHAKESPEARE AND OPEN AIR THEATRE IN EPPING FOREST

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s Shakespeare’s 400th Anniversary is celebrated across the world, the City of London Corporation is welcoming visitors to Queen Elizabeth’s Hunting Lodge until 22 May to see the Exhibition ‘Shakespeare and the Forest’.

Discover the sylvan trail of Shakespearean quotations and narrative about forests, woodlands and what you can find in them. e exhibition is free and is open Tuesday to Sunday 10am – 5pm.

Whilst you are there don’t forget to take your photograph and share your #SelfieWithShakespeare with Epping Forest on Twitter @COLEppingForest.

You can see this most magical of Shakespeare’s plays as part of the ever-popular Open Air eatre programme this summer in Epping Forest.

In the perfect grounds of e Temple in Wanstead Park the Illyria team will enthral you with their antics as their plays unfold in twists and turns to delight.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is on ursday 14 July, gates open at 6pm – Performance: 7pm Five couples – three human, one fairy, and one mythical – find their relationships tested when a troupe of amateur theatricals bumble into the forest to rehearse a play. Add to this bawdy mix a heady brew of confusion, magic and mischief, and you have the most perfectly frothy comedy for a moonlit summer evening.

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Ruddigore by Gilbert & Sullivan is on Sunday 24 July.

Gates Open: 2pm Performance: 3pm Set in the town of Rederring in Cornwall, Robin Oakapple, a shy young farmer, loves Rose Maybud, a prim student of etiquette. Eventually he summons the courage to ask for her hand in marriage. But at the wedding it is revealed that Robin is really Sir Ruthven Murgatroyd, heir to the ancestral pile of Ruddigore and consequently subject to its attendant curse: that each Lord of Ruddigore must do an evil deed, every day, or else die an agonising death. Rose is horrified and offers herself in marriage to his younger brother.

But how will Robin/Sir Ruthven win her back?

Booking required. Tickets: 0-3 years £2.95, 4-16 years £8.95 and 16+£16.95 Hot and cold refreshments will be available on site, or please bring your own picnic. No dogs allowed, except Guide Dogs. To book tickets, please telephone 020 7332 1991. n

THE DETAILS For more information please visit www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest To keep up to date with Epping Forest news follow Epping Forest on Twitter @ COLEppingForest, ‘like’ Epping Forest on Facebook Epping Forest City of London or follow Epping Forest on Instagram coleppingforest.

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Epping Forest ESSEX WOODLAND OF INTERNATIONAL IMPORTANCE

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n March the Lord Mayor of the City of London, Jeffrey Mountevans, dedicated the ancient London woodland of Epping Forest to e Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy (QCC) initiative. e Lord Mayor made the announcement at the annual High Commissioner’s Banquet at the Guildhall as part of Commonwealth Week, saying: “e conservation of our planet’s natural resources and the protection of our forests are of paramount importance. We have a shared responsibility, across the Commonwealth and wider world, to protect our precious green spaces. e Queen’s Commonwealth Canopy is an excellent way of working together on forestry conservation in all 53 Commonwealth nations. e ancient woodland of Epping Forest is a jewel in the capital’s crown, and we are delighted to share our experience, expertise and skills in this area for such an important global initiative.” e QCC programme will link Commonwealth countries through the preservation of forests for future generations, in honour of Her Majesty’s role as Head of the Commonwealth.

Having Epping Forest selected as the UK representative to the QCC shows how internationally important and relevant this unique, ancient woodland is. e City of London Corporation’s Head of

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Conservation at Epping Forest, Dr Jeremy Dagley, explains how Epping Forest is not only a unique landscape but is part of a much larger fabric of land on the Atlantic fringes of Europe: “Over the last 24 years, European countries within the EU have set out to protect the most valuable and threatened species and habitats. In doing so they have now created the largest coordinated network of protected areas in the world. is extraordinarily diverse ecological network is called Natura 2000 and includes Epping Forest, here on the borders of London and Essex.”

In fact, Epping Forest is one of the ‘top one hundred’ sites, containing the second largest extent of beech woodland in the UK, second only to the New Forest.

Epping Forest contains more ancient Beech trees than anywhere else because of the heritage of pollarding.

So when Natura 2000 Day, on Saturday 21 May, is celebrated across Europe, why not take a stroll under the shade of Epping Forest’s magnificent Beech trees and be part of this amazing network of wildlife havens across the commonwealth and the planet beyond?

See www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest for further information or start your visit at e View, Epping Forest’s Visitor Centre on Rangers Road, E4 7QH. Tel 020 7332 1911. n

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CHURCHILL ESTATES LOUGHTON WHO ARE YOU AND WHAT DO YOU DO? We are Nicole Sharpe and Fiona Younanof and we are Senior Lettings Negotiators for Churchill Estates Loughton.

WHAT IS IT THAT YOU LOVE THE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? We love getting the opportunity to meet new people every day and helping them to find their ideal home. It’s a great feeling when you help someone and fulfil all of their requirements. We love dealing with landlords and helping them to achieve the highest rental but with the highest standard of tenant.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY IS THE SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS? Between us we have 20 years’ experience in the rental industry. We are both very personable and enjoy building a report with both our tenants and landlords. We work to understand their individual needs and often stay in contact with them both pre and post their property search to ensure customer satisfaction.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT WORKING IN LOUGHTON? What is not to love? e properties is Loughton are so diverse that they are a pleasure to let. e people are extremely friendly and the location of Churchill Estates on the high street is perfect for both work and socialising.

ARE YOU LADIES THAT LUNCH? Defiantly! With or without our children we love eating out in Loughton.

ere is so much variation- whether it be going for a romantic meal at the Olive tree, doing coffee with friends at belgique or taking our kids to the after school dinner club at Louis Pauls, there really is something for everyone.

WHY WOULD YOU SAY THAT LANDLORDS SHOULD USE YOU AS THEIR LETTINGS AGENT? We are passionate about our jobs, our experience alone represents this. Our personable nature has proven priceless in attracting and keeping the best quality tenants. Our landlords are our priority and we work extremely hard for them to ensure that they receive the highest rent possible, as well as offering a free rent guarantee scheme which adds reassurance! ere is a constant lettings agent present in our office in Loughton, so we encourage landlords to come down and have a chat with us and we will endeavour to help them as much as possible. n

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T: 020 8505 4537 E: loughton@churchill-estates.co.uk 309 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1AH

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pping Forest is both beautiful and fascinating. Its forest and surrounding areas have inspired historical intrigue and great literature. Whether kings in Epping or Orwell in Ilford – it all seems to happen in Essex…

Henry VIII eagerly pursued his second wife Anne Boleyn but once conquered and made Queen, he again returned to the forest for refuge when she was duly executed. Henry continued onto wife number three, Jane Seymour.

Elizabethan poets and courtiers, such as George Gascoigne, e Green Knight, and omas Lodge lived in and around the Forest. Plus Midsummer Night’s Dream by William Shakespeare was allegedly first performed at Copped Hall in Epping.

Lady Mary Wroth (1587-1653) lived at Loughton Hall.

She was the first English woman writer to publish an original work of prose fiction, Urania (1621).

Alfred, Lord Tennyson lived at Beech Hill House, High Beech, from 1837 until 1840, where he wrote parts of In Memoriam (1850) on the death of Arthur Hallam.

Suffering from depression, Tennyson stayed for two weeks as a guest of Allen’s asylum and would have encountered John Clare (poet) at Leopard’s Hill (Lippitts Hill) Lodge.

Both Alfred Tennyson and John Clare could see the lights of London ‘flaring like a dreary dream’ from their hilltop position. Clare wrote to his wife, Patty, ‘e place here is beautiful… the country is the finest I have seen.’

I love to see the Beech Hill mounting high e brook without a bridge and nearly dry ere’s Bucket’s Hill (Buckhurst Hill) - a place of furze and clouds Which evening in a golden blaze enshrouds In the 20th century, George Orwell makes reference to Ilford (chapter 27) in his book: Down and Out in London and Paris. “…Our meal tickets were directed to a coffee-shop in Ilford… a serving-maid… grasped that we were tramps… for a long time would not serve us.”

So from kings to tramps, there’s always a pivotal point in Essex. n

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hen you think of horse racing, your mind drifts towards thoughts of the Grand National, the Derby and picking your horse based on your favourite name or what sounds good for a hopeful bet - however a (not so quiet) transformation has been taking place on hallowed racing turf across Kaiser Chiefs the country. e Jockey Club has been bringing in new audiences for their sport by using their world-class facilities as outdoor music venues, putting on show-stopping headline performances by some of the worlds biggest artists. Now in their 350th Anniversary year as the ‘Home of Horseracing’, Newmarket Racecourse will again be hosting the incredible ‘Newmarket Nights’.

Opening the season will be e Corrs, who will take to the stage on 17th June 2016. Since releasing their debut album ‘Forgiven, Not Forgotten’ in 1996, they have sold over 30 million albums worldwide with hits including ‘Runaway’ and ‘Breathless’. After a 10-year break, the band returned last year to a rapturous welcome, with their album ‘White Light’ going straight into the UK charts at number 11.

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Tears for Fears

Will Young will be wrapping up the month of June, bringing his hits to the green on 24th. His debut single ‘Evergreen/Anything Is Possible’ is included in the bestselling singles of all time in the UK, having sold over 1.7million copies alone. His 6th studio album ‘85% Proof’ arrived at the top of the charts in 2015 (making is his fourth No.1 album), and represents his most accomplished work to date, cementing Will’s status as both a national icon and artistic powerhouse.

Bringing us in to July, and the latest addition to the impressive line up, is indie rockers Kaiser Chiefs who will be back at the course on 15th July after their phenomenal sold-out performance last year. e Brit Award-winning, multimillion selling band - lead by BBC1’s ‘e Voice’ coach Ricky Wilson - first shot to recognition in 2005 for breakout hit ‘I Predict A Riot’, followed by hits including

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experience unlike any other this summer.

Alongside a show-stopping headlining performance by some of the worlds biggest artists, the action kicks off earlier in the day with a six race card giving fans the chance to witness powerful equine athletes who are stars in their own right, and enjoy the thrilling drama and spectacle of them racing for glory. e events are renowned for combining a fun filled evening at the races with a spectacular evening concert in the informal and relaxed open-air setting in some of UKs most famous racecourses.

Fans are advised to buy their tickets soon to avoid disappointment as many of the shows are set to sell out over the next few months.

Although Jess Glynne and Little Mix have sold out of general entry tickets, limited hospitality packages are still available.

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‘Oh My God’, ‘Everyday I Love You Less and Less’ and 2007’s #1 ‘Ruby’.

Pop rockers Busted will follow on 22nd July, reuniting and touring this summer for the first time in 12 years. Matt, James and Charlie will be playing all their greatest hits together live including unforgettable smashes ‘What I Go To School For’, ‘Crashed e Wedding’, ‘Air Hostess’ and ‘Year 3000’. Prior to their Newmarket Nights appearance, they visited Dalham Hall to meet some of the top racehorses in the country including Golden Horn.

Step back in time with 80s legends Tears For Fears on Friday, 29th July 2016. e band gained mass success with their UK No.1 debut album, ‘e Hurting’ which featured three top 5 singles, ‘Change’, ‘Pale Shelter’ and ‘Mad World’. It was their second album however, 1985’s ‘Songs from the Big Chair’, that propelled the band to global stardom. With tracks ‘Everybody Wants To Rule e World’ and ‘Shout’, the album is their best selling to date, having gone three times platinum in the UK alone.

Kick starting the month of August, Jess Glynne will be playing a SOLD OUT show on 12th. Since featuring on Clean Bandit’s Grammy Award winning and number one hit ‘Rather Be’, she has had a number-one charting debut album, ‘I Cry When I Laugh‘, which has now turned double platinum in the UK. Jess will also be donating a portion of her fee to the charity ‘Retraining of Racehorses’ of which e Jockey Club Live will match.

Rounding up the summer season and seeing us off in style, pop sensation Little Mix will be headlining ‘Summer Saturday Live’ on 27th August 2016. ey have sold over 7 million records, had two UK No.1 singles and two platinum albums ‘DNA’ and ‘Salute’. With over half a billion YouTube and Vevo views, they’ve also had massive worldwide tours establishing themselves as one of British pop’s brightest acts with signature hits including ‘Move’, ‘Wings’, ‘DNA’ - and their smash No. 1 hit ‘Black Magic’.

Newmarket Nights scooped the Group Leisure Award for ‘Best Event For Groups’ in 2014/15 and last year welcomed acts including Spandau Ballet, Tom Jones and McBusted, collectively playing to over 100,000 fans. e season launched with a sell out crowd of 22,000 achieved in a record breaking 40 minutes for the showgirl herself - Kylie.

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t is time to take exclusivity to a new level at Henley Royal Regatta, undoubtedly the most famous Regatta in the world! Welcoming you to the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, the event runs over five days from Wednesday 29th June to Sunday 3rd July 2016. It is set to be jam packed with over 200 races, bringing together the best rowers in the world for an unmissable event.

One of the key dates in this year’s social summer calendar, Henley Royal Regatta introduces London’s most elite nightclub experience, DSTRKT. Along the banks of the Thames, the DSTRKT enclosure, with its spectacular location on the halfway point, gives a perfect vantage point from which to enjoy the suspense and revel in the celebration of the Regatta. Indulge in a cocktail made by our world class mixologists and listen to our acoustic sessions in the sunshine.

If you fancy a more relaxed vibe, join us in our state of the art lounge areas and spoil yourself with the rich delights served on our delicious Afternoon Tea menu. Sit back with a cold glass of Pimms and view The Championships, Wimbledon from our multiple plasma screens.

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Entertain your distinguished clients, dine from our unique Pan-Asian menu and unlimited drinks selection, inclusive of spirits from one of the hospitality packages! A few favourites from the dining menu include seared fillet steak, wasabi salmon, katsu chicken curry, crispy duck and watermelon salad and a sushi selection with sashimi, maki and nigiri.

Our hand-picked stylists have worked on providing a luxurious setting with state of the art production, sound and lighting to create a vibrant atmosphere. Select from a range of VIP Packages within the Riverview, Premium and VVIP areas – each with its own unique twist.

When the sun goes down, the party doesn’t stop.

Immerse yourself in the remarkable headline acts that are lined up at our renowned after parties from 6:30pm every evening. The luxurious bars and VIP Hostesses will attend to your every need whilst you mingle with a glamorous guest list of celebrities and sportsmen.

The entertainment guest list includes; The Cuban Brothers, DJ Sammy Porter & DSTRKT Resident DJs, Bongo Ben, CJ Sax, a selection of our very best acoustic singers and of course surprise headline acts!

On Sunday we host the Luxury Brunch Club, a DSTRKT favourite! We welcome you with bottomless Bellini’s, sumptuous sharing platters and our incredible resident DJs playing the best in new and old music whilst your enjoy the last of the weekend sun, we could even surprise you with another headline act.

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Polo, the Sport of Kings

reunites with Sandbanks the Treasure of the South Coast verging on gladiatorial, the spectators are up close and personal and due to the confined area it can get pretty physical at times.”

An exciting new layout has been created with everything orientated towards the polo arena. The hospitality and VIP marquees are pitch side with vistas to the sea giving guests a fantastic view of all the action from the polo arena from their private terraces. In the evening the marquees will be merged to form one big party area.

This year the UK’s youngest polo players will take to the arena to show off their equestrian skills and treat audiences to an exhibition match. There will be a 4x4 race against a champion polo pony and The England Women’s beach volleyball team will take on Poland.

Sandpolo Ambassador, model and polo player, Jodie Kidd commented: “You simply cannot beat the polo at Sandbanks. It gathers some of the world’s top polo players together on a wonderful blue flag beach in July for some exceptional polo, a great party atmosphere and a fashionable crowd dancing to top DJs on the beach.”

When the hard working polo ponies are tucked up and the sun goes down, DJ Shiftk3y and 99 Souls will re-energise the beach on the Friday night with iconic DJ Trevor Nelson and DJ Charles headlining the Saturday after party. On both evenings guests will be able to express

Some of the world’s top polo players together on a wonderful blue flag beach in July for some exceptional polo All images courtesy of Richard Budd

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op Polo Players are set to take centre stage this summer for the world’s largest beach polo event in Poole, as the British Beach Polo Championships 2016 returns to the spectacular Sandbanks Beach in Dorset on July 8th/9th for a weekend of awe-inspiring polo.

The cream of the world’s polo circuit are already gearing up for the spectacular event, which this year brings a new arena layout to the golden beaches, along with an exciting line-up of after party DJ’s and entertainment.

The high adrenalin sporting event wows spectators within a temporary polo arena, grandstand and marquees, accommodating up to 3000 people. Each day 72 polo ponies take pride of place overlooking Poole Harbour and Old Harry Rocks.

‘Sandpolo’ Event Director, Johnny Wheeler said: “After nine successful years the beach polo is now a wellestablished regional event. Sandbanks is the perfect setting and the formula for combining this exhilarating sport with social and business interaction seems to be just right.”

“For those who have never witnessed arena polo it’s likened to ice hockey on horseback. The action is fast and furious

their guilty pleasure in the Disco Fever marquee.

From VIP to General Admission Sandpolo 2016 will be a weekend to remember.

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Television Centre will also be home to vast modern office spaces, restaurants, shops and a cinema. Soho House will be unveiling a new hotel and private members club with a rooftop swimming pool, alongside a 25,000sq ft Cowshed spa and gym.

The scheme, designed by Paul Monaghan of Allford Hall Monaghan Morris, retains many of the building's Grade II-listed features as part of the design.

The first 432 homes of “Helios” apartments are being created within the distinctive circular-shaped block wrapped around the central courtyard and its familiar statue of Helios, the Greek sun god, which symbolises the radiation of television around the world. A new outer crescent of homes will mirror the inner ring, separated from it by gardens, while the original “stage door” entrance to Television Centre will be a 24-hour concierge lobby.

The new apartments are just the beginning of the transformation of a 145-acre site. More than £8 billion of investment is bringing over 5,000 homes, a new Imperial College campus, an expanded Westfield shopping mall and the largest-ever John Lewis department store.

Studio apartments are priced from £550,000, while one-bedroom apartments start at £650,000. Larger homes are priced from £1 million, rising to £7 million for one of the penthouse flats at the top of the Helios block, overlooking the entire forecourt.

THE DETAILS Viewings can be arranged by appointment through Strutt & Parker (020 7318 4677) or Savills (020 7409 8756), or register online at televisioncentre.com.

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ut there were big rises for property tycoons, including property investors David and Simon Reuben, who made their first fortune purchasing Russian aluminium before buying up large tracts of London’s landmark buildings, reached the summit of the annual Sunday Times rich list of Britain’s 1,000 wealthiest people with a combined fortune of £13.1bn, after climbing four places in a year.

Sri and Gopi Hinduja – also brothers – finished a close second with £13billion.

Chelsea FC owner, Roman Abramovich, who made his fortune through his Russian oil business Sibneft, witnessed his worth fall by £890m to £6.4bn. And while London remains the world’s

preferred playground for billionaires, boasting more than any other city, there were three fewer than last year at 77.

The annual list of Britain’s ultra-wealthy also boasted some spectacular rises, such as that of Sir James Dyson, the inventor famed for his bagless vacuum cleaner, among other creations.

His household goods and technology business reported profits of £448m last year, with salaries and dividends boosting the Dyson family’s wealth by £1.5bn to £5bn.

Perhaps the most remarkable rise was staged by the little-known brothers Mohsin and Zuber Issa, who were leasing a single dilapidated garage in Bury just 15 years ago. The pair have since built an empire worth ÂŁ700m by buying and renovating service stations to create a 341-strong chain of Euro Garages. They soared 473 places to 164th as their fortune increased by ÂŁ550m to ÂŁ700m.

The Queen, who celebrated her 90th birthday last month, saw her wealth remain flat at ÂŁ340m but dropped 17 places in the list to equal 319th.

The sum puts her on level pegging with the entertainment mogul Simon Cowell.

New entries included Sacha Baron-Cohen together with his wife, the former soap opera star Isla Fisher, the 44-year-old is worth £105m, putting him 936th in Britain. Lewis Hamilton was another new entry and Britain’s richest sportsman with a fortune of £106m.

Pop star Adele saw her personal worth soar by ÂŁ35m to ÂŁ85m, while there was no surprise that the wealthiest band were One Direction, worth a combined ÂŁ132m.

Overall, the 1,000 wealthiest people in Britain are worth a combined ÂŁ576bn, an increase of ÂŁ28.5bn on last year, which equality campaigners said amounted to an increase of ÂŁ901 every second.

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Regent’s Park, 15th - 19th June 2016

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Taste of London, the highlight of the summer foodie calendar, will transform the beautiful Regent’s Park into a culinary wonderland next month.

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he world’s greatest restaurant festival, is set to impress with an exceptional line-up of some of the UK’s best chefs, a selection of more than 40 of London’s latest greatest and most exciting restaurants, live cooking demonstrations, interactive culinary features, mouth-watering masterclasses, live entertainment and more.

This year, Taste of London is delighted to welcome a host of world class chefs who will cook up a storm on stage at the AEG Taste Theatre: the mastermind of incredible two Michelin-starred, self-titled restaurants in Rock, Cornwall, Nathan Outlaw and the return of one of the UK’s most of which The Typing Room is confirmed. Returning again due to popular well-respected and of-the-moment chefs, Monica Galetti. World-renowned demand are Taste of London favourites Duck & Waffle, SUSHISAMBA, Club chef Pierre Koffmann will be bringing his London restaurant Koffmann’s to Gascon, Cinnamon Club, Roux at Parliament Square, Roka and L’Autre Pied.

Regent’s Park and Spanish/Italian specialist and entrepreneur Ben Tish will be For festival goers who want the chance to learn the tricks of the trade at the festival with Ember Yard. The quality line-up of top chefs also there is the AEG Let’s Taste Live cooking experience. Here you includes Pascal Aussignac, Francesco Mazzei, Daniel Doherty and can enjoy interactive hands-on cooking classes, picking up Jose Pizarro. tips, techniques and secrets from Jeremy Pang owner of the Ticket prices Food enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with more School of Wok. than 200 taster-sized signature dishes from start at £16 and There will be plenty of choice when it comes to washing 40 of London’s best restaurants down your food with your favourite tipple with Taste’s children go free on offer to sample. New official Drinks Theatre. Visitors will be able to sip their way restaurants for 2016 include Wednesday and through a series of free masterclasses covering a range of Sea Containers, known topics from food and wine pairings with top London chefs Thursday day time for their eclectic fusion and sommeliers, to tasting and mixing ports and spirits. sessions. of English/American Furthermore, Champagne Laurent-Perrier will be cuisine, the creators of returning and this year proudly announces their partnership ‘new school’ fish and chips with The Grill at The Dorchester. The theme of the collaboration Hook, a taste of Mexico from is ‘entertaining at home’ where executive chef, Christophe Marleix and Mole Taco Bar and two of the finest Daniel Brennan from Laurent-Perrier will conduct an interactive masterclass vegetarian restaurants in the Capital showcasing the house’s finest Champagnes paired with tantalising dishes Vanilla Black and Amico Bio. Also new cooked by the team from The Grill at The Dorchester. for 2016 are gym-turned-restaurant With a generous offering of complimentary activities to take part in from German Gymnasium, serving Mittelchampagne and food pairings, mixology and craft beer tastings to sausage European inspired dishes, and bar and making and much more, there is something for everyone with this year’s grill M Restaurants boasting the best cuts of exceptional event. meats from all over the World. Look out for THE DETAILS restaurants popping up at the ‘Daily Special’ site, a daily-changing selection of four of London’s latest, For more information or to purchase tickets go to [[[ XEWXIS¾SRHSR GS YO

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Boasting four different machines that help burn fat, reshape and enhance the body. HYPOXI® exercise bike is encased in an egg-shaped pod that is designed to reduce cellulite by stimulating blood flow and draining toxins from the lower part of your body. HYPOXI® trains the skin and strengthen the connective tissues. High and low pressure is applied to improve blood flow while gently exercising the skin to make it firmer and more elastic. .

Here are Sylwia's top tips on shaping up for the summer: 1 - TAKE CONTROL Losing weight and toning up is going to take commitment and not just wishful thinking.

Have you got it in you?

2 - KEEP A FOOD DIARY It can educate, guide and inspire - and it will be the first thing a nutritionist, personal trainer or dietitian asks you to do.

3 - BUY A DECENT PAIR OF TRAINERS Preventing injury is better than cure. Recovering from a sports injury can be a tedious process involving osteopaths, physiotherapists and a slow build back to full fitness, so avoid putting yourself in that position in the first place.

5 - THINK LITTLE AND OFTEN Let's face it, there are some people out there who are just not five-times-a-week-to-the-gym health freaks. is is where the tortoise and hare theory comes in. A small commitment to exercise on a regular basis is better than no commitment at all.

And book a course with us - pop in for a chat or for more info follow us FB: HYPOXISOUTHWOODFORD TWITTER @hypoxiwoodford

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After being told by a Consultant Dermatologist in the NHS that I had prematurely aged and damaged my skin by 20 years older than my actual age, I was devastated. I always enjoyed having a year round tan so regularly used sunbeds. My reason for being with the Dermatologists was to receive treatment for skin cancer, thankfully I was treated successfully, as you can imagine I wouldn't dream of using a sunbed again!

However once my tan had faded, I looked in the mirror and didn't like what I saw looking back at me, tired, dull lifeless skin, deep lines in my forehead and a heavy looking face.

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I was recommended by my work colleague to see Frances Furlong of Perfect Skin. Frances specialises in facial aesthetics and I certainly needed a whole face and skin makeover. I was very impressed with my consultation and Frances gave me a realistic plan and timeframe to achieve my desired goals, as you can see from my results I have achieved a lot in 6 months.

I am now a client for life, thank you Frances.

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After - treated as a full face holistic approach combining muscle relaxing Injections, Radiesse to cheek area, Restylane to lip area and derma roller meso glow skin rejuvenation treatments. Daily Suisse Absolue skin care to maintain results and protect the skin.

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Facts About the Ageing Face WITH FRANCES FURLONG

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his month I am focusing on the ageing face, why the face ages like it does, how changes to the facial structure over the decades occur and possible treatment options to help you maintain a youthful, natural appearance.

WHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO LOOK AFTER YOUR SKIN IN YOUR 20'S? Great collagen support in your 20's keeps your skin supple and gives you a healthy glow. However many experience acne symptoms, even if it wasn’t an issue for them in their teens, with pimples popping up on the lower face and along the jawline which can spoil the complexion and lead to scarring.

Skin peeling, topical AHA products and retinol based derivatives can all help along with antibiotic support or oral contraceptive pills to help control hormonal changes that can affect the skin. Furthermore how you care for your skin in this decade will determine the skin you have in your 30's and 40's, hence why wearing sunscreen daily all year round and minimising sun exposure will help the fine lines turning into wrinkles. Antioxidants and stem cells and plant protective based serums and creams are a must, after all prevention is better than cure!

WHAT HAPPENS TO THE FAT COMPARTMENTS IN OUR FACES AS WE AGE? In basic terms ' Full and Perky in Your Twenties to Slim and Angular in Your Forties!'

In your twenties: the fat below the surface of your skin especially around the apples of your cheeks is firm and lifted, however In your thirties: “You also see early signs of volume loss, mostly in the mid-face and chin area, I am a big fan of chin rejuvenation as I tend to find clients recede in and the strong youthful lower face tends to sag and droop and gives a look that is often referred to as 'the cheer up love face!'

Also due to the decline of collagen and hyaluronic acid that gives our skin the plump fresh look, you may notice that your face is starting to look slimmer and more angular, which can make you look older and more tired. So this is a good time to add some topical collagen and hyaluronic acid to your beauty routine to keep some plumpness. Applying a serum after exfoliating to help lock in moisture, I love Suisse Inspira products from Germany for this as they contain high qualities of hyaluronic acid and plant stem cells. Dermal fillers, meso glow Injections full of amino acids, growth factors and peptides are an amazing way to feed the skin.

In your forties: At this point in your life, your face starts losing even more of that subcutaneous fat you had so much of in your twenties, although you won’t lose it equally in all areas.

Generally we lose the deep fat pads in the mid-face and those on the temples and the front of the ears firstly. Secondly we lose [fat] around the mouth and chin and along the jawline. It looks like the skin is falling, but actually our faces are deflating! Many clients come to me saying, I need a facelift, but I'm scared to go under the knife, can you help? e answer is yes, if you think about it logically, simply lifting and tightening the skin will in no way replace the fat compartments you have lost, you would still need to use dermal fillers to shape and define the face even with surgery.

For me the first step is to carefully and aesthetically look at where the fat has been lost and replace this with a suitable dermal filler. e chin area is one of my top tips to rejuvenate also as it helps to support the lower jaw and mouth area and gives you a younger appearance immediately.

'WHEN IT COMES TO AESTHETICS A NATURAL SOFT APPROACH IS BETTER THAN AN OVERFILLED, EXPRESSIONLESS AND RIGID LOOK'. e first place to age is the eye area Eyelid rejuvenation to the upper and lower delicate eye area is the first place to start ageing, this tends to be due to prolonged sun exposure, fine lines and wrinkles and dark brown pigment spots, the fat around the orbital area tends to sag and clients notice this change more than anything.

Skin discolouration begins to appear in the mid 30s age generally below the eye area fine crinkly lines appear and dynamic lines around the crows feet area become exacerbated due to repetitive facial expressions. Fat sagging under the eyes will lead to a hollow tear trough appearance and bulging dark shadows.

Treatment options are tired eye. Derma pen with meso glow, muscle relaxing injections, dermal fillers, laser and peeling. In some cases surgery is needed as a first step with aesthetic non surgical treatments either before to aid healing or after to perfect the result. A daily topical eye cream is a must to feed, nourish and protect. n

THE DETAILS

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hen Mr & Mrs L. from Loughton first came into the Schmidt Kitchen showroom in Loughton they knew instinctively that they had arrived at the

right place.

With firm ideas of their own and a clearly thought out path, it did not take much to develop into a distinctive design custom built for their space, with the practical choice of Schmidt extra deep drawers in both the top and bottom cupboards. e Kitchen was finished in a combination of warm grey toned Kilkenny Oak wood laminate and high gloss Smoke grey, with handle free doors and brushed steel rail and plinth. e kitchen was finished with the latest high tech worktop in two complimentary colours of Dekton, the very latest in high tech worktop fabrication and set off with vivid green glass splashbacks and custom colour control mood lighting. e Kitchen is an important part of the Grand Plan our clients had for the refurbishment of their home, creating a 4 8 M AY 2 0 1 6

centre piece at the heart of the home complimenting the superb new extension.

Let Schmidt be the architect of your new kitchen project, we have a range of kitchens to suit all budgets and taste, all Schmidt kitchens are fully fitted and millimetre perfect, they come with a 25 year guarantee on all moving parts.

If you would like some advice your interiors, Kitchens, Wardrobes, Library or Media Rooms, or need to book a personal Design consultation please contact William Crew at Schmidt Loughton on 020 3691 8899. n

THE DETAILS

SCHMIDT Kitchens 157 High Road, Loughton, IG10 4LF 0203 691 8899 www.schmidt-loughton.com info@schmidt-loughton.com

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DEKTON THE LATEST IN HIGH TECH WORKTOPS. DEKTON is a long-term product for those looking to turn their kitchen into a unique space. It allows greater potential for installation in one piece with no cuts, no joints and no limits. It has the appeal of a completely uniform surface, which fits seamlessly into very different design styles.

DEKTON employs exclusive Sinterized Particle Technology, a high tech process which represents an accelerated version of the metamorphic change that natural stone undergoes when subjected to high temperatures and pressure over thousands of years.

Sinterized particle technology synthesizes truly innovative procedures from the most advanced technology industries. is evolution represents a technological and industrial leap capable of generating a new process, a revolutionary material and a leading product.

Electronic microscopy allows us to fully appreciate the material’s zero porosity, a consequence of the sinterization and ultra-compaction process exclusive to DEKTON. is zero porosity and lack of the micro-defects that cause tension or weak spots mark the difference as far as DEKTON is concerned DEKTON combines the qualities expected by the chef in all of us. It is a clean surface that is nice to touch and resistant to all the daily grind that takes place in a kitchen over years of use. It is an ultra-sophisticated material for busy everyday life, capable of creating spaces that make the day to day preparation of food a pleasant experience that precedes the pleasure of sharing a meal with friends or family.

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our years ago Matt and Kerrie Smith moved from London to a detached home in rural Buckinghamshire with their three children, tempted by the promise of a traditional family home in the county. After making the decision to transform their home with a pool house in the garden, Kerrie talks about her experience.

WHAT MADE YOU FIRST DECIDE TO GET A HOME SWIMMING POOL? My son has a friend who has an indoor swimming pool and we just saw how much flexibility it gives the family. Both my husband and I like to keep active, so we felt it would tick all the boxes. It’s a place where adults can keep fit and children can have fun, while also being a space where we can go to relax and disappear from the house when we want to.

WHY DID YOU CHOOSE ORIGIN LEISURE? Andrew Ginger came out to meet with us and we immediately knew it was the right decision. Origin Leisure has 35 years’ experience and understood what we wanted.

Most importantly, they were respectful of our budget from start to finish. ey managed the whole project from design and planning, through to building and maintenance. e whole project went just as they said it would, without us having to lift a finger.

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WHAT WERE THE MAIN CHALLENGES? Initially, the biggest challenge was deciding whether it was the right decision for our family. We have other parts of the house that could be refurbished, but if we had waited for a few years then the children may be too old to fully enjoy it.

We wanted to give them the joys of having their own swimming pool while they were young.

We had no need to worry about the building work. It started in July 2014 and was completed in November, 4 weeks quicker than expected. Origin Leisure were so polite and thoughtful, even taking care to move our children’s beloved Wendy House from one part of the garden to another to make room for the pool.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO SOMEONE THINKING ABOUT A HOME SWIMMING POOL? It’s honestly the best thing we’ve done. We knew we were going to enjoy it, but we absolutely love it. My advice is not to think twice. I smile every time I look at the pool and it’s brought so much fun to our home. n

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Decoristas get as much pleasure from beautifully designed interiors as fashionistas get from clothes, but even the most devoted don’t want to be such dedicated followers of trends that it means redecorating every season.

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hankfully, a little insider knowledge goes a long way and savvy home bunnies know the styles that won’t have a short shelf-life, because their good looks and design credentials will ensure enduring appeal. Plus, some looks are versatile enough to allow for fresh interpretations, which can easily breathe new life into them.

Reprise last year’s favourites that are set to make their mark again in 2016.

GLADLY GREY Those of us reduced to a ‘rabbit-in-the-headlights’ standstill when confronted by colour charts hailed the passion for grey as a blessed relief.

This is surely a ‘Mr Right’ palette - easy-on-the eye, versatile, and grey can be mean and moody or feminine and delicate, depending on the shade you choose. It’s also the perfect foil for a multitude of other colours, so I predict this colour is ‘a keeper’, and our love affair with grey will continue for a long time to come.

BRING ON BLING It’s confession time... I’m an interiors magpie and can’t resist something shiny and glittery, so I was utterly delighted by the copper craze, and in 2016 will be following the metal trail to gold. There should be a ‘handle with care’

label on metallics however, as overdosing on them can all too easily tip a setting into tacky territory, but with a careful ‘less is more’ approach, they’re guaranteed to inject glamour and interest. Go full-on with metallic-finish tiles, a high-end choice for kitchens and bathrooms, or simply confine burnished metal to glittering accessories.

MONOCHROME MAGIC Classic, timeless black and white never goes out of fashion, and just as a wardrobe should have at least one little black dress, in my book, every home can benefit from one room decorated in monochrome. It’s a style that’s surprised even the interiors experts with its enduring popularity over the last few years - but not its fans, already well aware of how versatile it is. For life on the really dark side, you can opt for drama - a black feature wall or ceiling - or my choice; white walls and black paintwork, complemented by black framed photographic prints. Leave it minimal or dress it up with simple ‘home jewellery’, like colourful cushions and lamps. Frankly, what’s not to like?

RUNNING WILD My votes for last year’s fun, achievable looks went to ‘country lodge’ think hunting, shooting, fishing, with wood panelling and stag heads - and its wilder cousin, frontier decor, evoking the Wild West in prairie chic, fur throws, buffalo heads and tribal prints. Nature will still rule in 2016 but looking forward, my advice is: step away from the squirrels and cute creatures! A more formal botanical look’s coming through, which is less cosy and more sophisticated, and those deer heads should be funky and colourful and a little less like true hunting trophies. Alternatively, embrace a luxury lodge look; natural materials from stone to wood and layered faux furs - more grand mountain retreat than cowboy shack.

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See the light in 2016

BY GABRIELLE FAGAN

Lighting can transform rooms creating different atmospheres and even, by visual trickery, changing the dimensions of a space. Once you’ve learnt to play with the options, there’s no limit to the effects you can enjoy, but with such a huge array of lighting on offer, the right choice for your home may not always be glaringly obvious.

Here we reveal illuminating advice on ‘seeing the light’, and the top trends for 2016...

BIG & BOLD Lighting design is about to change dramatically. Rather than being the carrier of one or several large light bulbs, light fittings will become the source of light in their own right. Organic shapes and new materials will combine with the myriad, hugely effective, LED light sources, to create stunning and dramatic lighting, while standard, domestic lighting will become more elegant, compact and efficient.

Almost daily, exciting and innovative lights are being launched, which showcase design talent, new materials and technology. Interestingly though, one of the strongest trends for the past few years has been anything but high-tech; retro industrial lighting is still hugely in demand. Sun metal pendants, workshop adjustable wall lights and factory floor and table lamps are very on trend, and look particularly effective teamed with traditional style filament light bulbs.

LIGHTBULB MOMENT Decorative light bulbs, glass shades and cluster pendants are stars of this

year’s light range. Decorative bulbs - with LED, filaments or appealing shapes - are really making an impact as they are an easy, inexpensive but extremely appealing way to freshen up a space.

Cluster pendants are a striking alternative to a large statement pendant shade, and work well in smaller spaces. To feature lighting - oversized floor lamps through to decorative wall lights - as a form of functional art, which make a statement in any room.

MAJOR IN METAL Metallics, especially copper’s warm tones, combine with light to give a warm glow, and will take centre stage in this year’s collections. Metallics are expected to gain momentum in 2016, and that’s evident in lighting ranges. Bronze, brass, copper and chrome all provide a hint of vintage luxury, while their highly reflective surfaces dance a warm, sparkling glow around the room. Metallic accents are great because they can be adapted to suit all tastes, from clusters of distressed copper pendant lights for industrial style spaces, to glamorous mercury silver table lamps catering to the luxurious statement home.

COLOUR & CALM More use of colour, and coordinating the style of a room’s lights, are two strong features - people are much more ready to experiment with lighting these days and there’s a huge choice available with chandeliers no longer confined to living rooms; they’re being used to add an instant glamour factor in kitchens, bedrooms and studies.

Wall lights work wonderfully to draw attention to focal points - for instance, a pair of lights flanking a console table or work of art. Increasingly, people are co-ordinating table and floor lamps and pendants, a sure sign that they are taking more care over lighting, which ideally should be planned before redecoration.

It’s all about using your imagination and indulging your own taste.

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WELCOME TO JUST ADD WATER

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or more than 25 years, we have been passionately dedicated to making customers' dreams for their new bathroom become a reality.

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We want customers to really enjoy their new bathrooms for years to come, and that is what we strive to accomplish.

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY SERVICES Each member of our team understands that the most important factor to our successful business is Customer Satisfaction.

Buying a bathroom is an incredibly personal experience, and we pride ourselves on providing customers with the best professional advice when it comes to designing and selecting a new bathroom.

Our team will guide you through the complex process of planning out your ideas, adding inspiration, creating the design, and selecting the right products.

PREMIUM DESIGN SERVICES Our team members are trained to develop your ideas using 3-D CAD technology, allowing you to fully visualise your bathroom concept.

All we need to know is the dimensions of your bathroom and the positions and sizes of any doors and windows.

Alternatively, our team is more than happy to schedule an appointment to pay you a site visit and measure the area ourselves - all free of charge.

Using either method, we will use this information to begin the design process in our dedicated design room.

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To give you the most consistent and reliable service, we will appoint a single point of contact from our team to manage your account, is will ensure that your project is successfully managed from start to finish.

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Being part of Fayers Plumbing and Building supplies allows us to be your one-stop shop for all the plumbing and heating products you'll need when installing your new bathroom.

We very much look forward to serving you with dignity, integrity, and the best customer service.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU 1.People - We will: • Respect and appreciate our customers • Invest in and support our people • Work closely with our suppliers 2. Superior Customer Service We will provide every customer with: • Professional support and advice • Impartial guidance on products we display • Best solution that reflects the project 3. Quality Manufacturers and Products We will only work with manufacturers who: • Create and supply the best and most innovative products • Have the highest work ethics ad standards 4. Superior Delivery Service - We will: • Deliver customer orders on time and in perfect condition • Work with customers and suppliers to understand project time lines 5. Trusted Relationships - We will: • Build trusted relationships with our customers and suppliers • Respect and honour these relationships for the long term. n

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Residential Sales & Lettings

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“Upon arriving at the property we were initially impressed by the location, being a no-through-road, and the design of the home, as it was newly built.

The moment we walked through the door we were impressed by the spacious entrance hall, it certainly had the ‘WOW’ factor for us and first-time visitors are always impressed. As we were guided around the home the accommodation just got better and better, the rooms are spacious and there’s an en-suite to every bedroom, plus underfloor heating throughout the home.

We have always loved the house; the layout is perfect for entertaining. The kitchen/diner/family area is the heart and hub of the home; two sets of bi-fold doors open to allow the outside in during the summer months and provides access to the patio, with its hot tub. We are able to accommodate a lot of guests for barbecues and gatherings.”

OFFERS OVER £2,400,000

LOUGHTON

£1,295,000

CHINGFORD

£875,000

Substantial family home occupying a corner plot position on the edge of Loughton, borders forest land only 0.5 miles from the tube station. EPC E (54)

Set within a no through road, spacious 5 bedroom detached family home, close to shops, choice of rail stations within 2 miles. EPC D (66)

Stephen Gabbani

Janine Briggs

LAMBOURNE END

GP £1,000,000

Open Day 21st May. Newly converted barn, four bedrooms, semi-rural setting with glorious views. Buyers Fees apply. EPC Rating TBC

ABRIDGE

OFFERS OVER £825,000

Deceptively spacious home with four bedrooms, lovely garden and overall plot of 0.382 acres. EPC D (67)

Jack Austin

Richelle 4VMGI

EPC B (84)

LOUGHTON

£950,000

Set only 0.3 miles from the station, detached residence with excellent parking, three reception area and a useful outbuilding.EPC E (51)

CHIGWELL

OFFERS OVER £750,000

Split level three bedroom penthouse apartment, boasting spacious accommodation, lift service, two garages, roof terrace and fabulous views. EPC Rating D (55)

Suzanne Kaye

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LOUGHTON GUIDE PRICE £2,500,000

Substantial family home occupying a plot of 0.70 acres.

Tucked away from it all within a cul-de-sac, yet accessible to amenities. 6 bedrooms. EPC D (55)

Loughton, Essex

“Here are just a few examples of the successful sales we’ve been achieving recently.

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STAPLEFORD ABBOTTS

£1,275,000

Extremely spacious family home boasting 5,165 sq.ft. of accommodation, six bedrooms, useful summer house, gated entrance. EPC C (78)

Flagship Showroom: 121 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 7AG

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Rosebury Square, Repton Park £850,000

Chester Road, Chigwell £1,295,000

SOUGHT AFTER GATED DEVELOPMENT • Four Double Bedrooms • Two En-Suites & Family Bathroom • Huge Lounge & Family Room • Acres of Stunning and Picturesque Grounds

SPACIOUS DETACHED FAMILY HOME • Master Bedroom with En-Suite & Dressing Room • Large Breakfast-Family Room • Attached Garage and Good Parking • No Ongoing Chain

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOME • Sought After Courtlands Estate • Excellent Scope to Develop • Spacious Garden • Quiet Location

SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION • Prestigious Road • Seven Bedrooms • Four Reception Rooms • Southerly Aspect Large Garden • Ample Parking

Parkland Close, Chigwell £1,795,000

Forest Lane, Chigwell £2,195,000

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

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Moreton Gardens, Wdford Grn Offers Over £649,995

IMMACULATE SEMI-DETACHED FAMILY HOME

• Four Bedrooms • Immaculately Presented Throughout • Stunning Fitted Kitchen • Landscaped Garden

Chigwell Rise, Chigwell £1,650,000

DETACHED FAMILY HOME • Five Bedrooms Including Four Double Rooms • Heated Swimming Pool • Double Garage with a Carriage Drive • No Ongoing Chain

The Paddocks, Chigwell Offers Over £2,500,000

STUNNING DETACHED GATED PROPERTY • Six Double Bedrooms • Beautiful Landscaped Garden with a Paved Patio • Four Bathrooms Including Two En-Suites • Incredible Cinema Room • Gated Carriage Driveway with Double Garage Clarence Gate, Repton Park £2,000,000

SEVEN DOUBLE BEDROOM DETACHED HOME • En-Suites to Three Bedrooms • Bespoke Fitted Kitchen Breakfast Room • Large Drive with Ample Parking • Set Within Acres of Stunning Grounds

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

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Evergreen Apartments, Woodford Green. A one bedroom second floor apartment in this much sought after apartment block located close to both Woodford Green and South Woodford. Presented to a high standard throughout this impressive property offers luxury accommodation that includes a lounge, well appointed kitchen area, double bedroom and contemporary bathroom. With access to stunning rooftop gardens and secure underground parking an early viewing would be highly advised.

£725,000 £725,000

WoodfordGreen Green Woodford W

Superb four bedroom semi detached family home situated on the 'Laings Estate'. The property provides light and spacious accommodation that includes two receptions, a fitted kitchen on the ground floor, four bedrooms and a family bathroom. To the front of the property there is a driveway leading to an attached garage with side access to a well tended rear garden with area's laid to lawn with mature flower and shrub borders. The property is presented to a high standard throughout and located in a desirable position which is ideally located for local amenities.

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WoodfordGreen Green Woodford

Abode is very happy to offer for sale three new homes situated in this desirable location in Woodford Green, The development compromises of architecturally designed three bedroomed family homes. The Ground floor the offers a wide hallway with ground floor cloakroom, fully fitted luxury kitchen with integrated appliances and a good size lounge / diner. The first floor offers three bedrooms with en-suite to the master bedroom and a family bathroom. The properties are fitted with high quality wood flooring, security systems and points for satellite TV and broadband,

£750,000 £750,000

WoodfordGreen Green Woodford W

GREAT FAMILY HOME. Located in Lichfield Road, Woodford Green is this very spacious five bedroom, two bathroom semi detached family home with integral garage. Being well presented throughout this extended property offers generous accommodation that includes a through reception, conservatory, dining room, a well appointed kitchen and cloakroom. The first floor holds five well proportioned bedrooms with an en-suite to the guest bedroom and a four piece family bathroom. There is an ornate and well tended rear garden and off street parking and a integral garage.

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INDIVIDUALLY DESIGNED; EXCLUSIVELY FOR BUYERS AGED 55+ A boutique-style development of 11 two bedroom apartments for purchasers aged 55 or over. Located off Church Hill, close to Loughton town centre

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72b George Lane, South Woodford, London E18 1JJ

EPPING - £475,000 Stunning two bedroom period cottage available, situated just a few minutes from Epping Underground Station. This classic property has a large, bright lounge/diner and fitted kitchen. Also, a good sized conservatory off of the kitchen with French doors leading to the large decked area in the garden with a spacious garden. The first floor welcomes two good sized double bedrooms and a stunning modern bathroom. This property is in the heart of Epping with numerous shops, boutiques and eateries.

Docklands - £3,400pcm

Walthamstow - £275pw

Chigwell - £1,300pcm

Chigwell - £200,000

South Woodford - £1,000,000

Woodford Green - £190,000

A very well presented two double bedroom apartment offered furnished with a modern fitted kitchen, spacious living area and balcony looking over the docks. The master bedroom has fitted wardrobes and lovely en-suite bathroom. The development offers a 24 hour concierge service, swimming pool and gymnasium. Ideally located for transportation links and local eateries.

Large two bedroom flat for sale in Chigwell. This flat comes with a spacious lounge area and a semi open plan kitchen. Fitted three piece bathroom suite and good sized bedrooms, (double and single). The property comes within a development, on the second floor and comes with ample parking. Close to Hainault Underground Station and local amenities.

Aimee Nichols

Spacious two double bedroom flat to rent. The property comprises of a spacious living area with semi open plane fitted kitchen. Down the hall are the two bedrooms. Property comes furnished or un-furnished.

This flat also boasts a fully fitted three piece bathroom suite. Applicants must be happy to provide certain documentation before viewing the property. Available now.

This beautiful double fronted five bedroom, semi-detached home has had a large extension and full renovation. The property has four double bedrooms and one single room, three rooms boast an en-suite. Two separate reception rooms with a stunning open plan kitchen/diner. Then bi-fold doors onto the West facing garden. Available now for viewings.

Lucy Banks

Harry Savva

Lovely and spacious two bedroom flat now available to rent. The property has a bright living area and separate fitted modern kitchen. Very good sized bedrooms and the master comes with an en-suite.

There is also a separate fitted bathroom. Neutral décor throughout, and within close proximity to transportation links, local amenities and schools. Call now to arrange a viewing.

New build studios in Woodford Green. With recently being built, make it perfect for someone looking for a good modern home. All of them come with new fitted kitchens, and fitted bathrooms. They are all located a short walk from local amenities, supermarket and underground train station.

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FOR SALE

£825,000 SOUTH WOODFORD

Generously sized 1920’s built family home conveniently situated for South Woodford & Snaresbrook Stations, Nightingale School and the many amenities of both Wanstead High Street and George Lane, South Woodford.

This beautifully maintained home provides spacious accommodation comprising 2 large reception rooms, kitchen, utility room and downstairs cloakroom with four bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor with ample potential for further extension.

Sitting on a good sized plot this fine family home benefits from a lovingly cared for established 120’ stepped rear garden featuring mature shrubs and trees also with access to external WC, cellar and garage leading off of shared driveway.

Please contact us for a FREE Valuation We are currently offering a FREE Rightmove Premium Listing and FREE Floorplan on all new instructions

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RESIDENTIAL ESTATE AGENTS

Guide Price £390,000

A beautifully spacious two bedroom ground floor garden apartment with a modern bathroom, fitted kitchen and utility room. A good location with George Lane’s shops and the Central Line stations at Woodford and South Woodford close by.

Price Range £625,000 to £650,000

Ideally situated in a quiet residential cul de sac is this deceptively spacious and beautifully presented fourinclude Features t bedroom family home.

The property offers good size accommodation throughout, with an excellent open plan kitchen, living and dining space to the ground floor.

Close to St Johns Primary School. EPC D

South Woodford

Buckhurst Hill

Guide Price £225,000

Guide Price £425,000

A well presented two bedroom retirement flat situated in a popular development situated with Queens Road, the Central Line station and bus routes all within easy reach.

Communal facilities include a lounge with conservatory, laundry room, guest suite for family, delightful garden and communal parking. EPC B

Buckhurst Hill

A 1980’s terraced house which offers good size two bedroom accommodation. This modern property will have a great appeal to both first time buyers and downsizers alike. It is really handy for local schools, shops and only a short walk from the Central Line station.

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Three bedroom semi-detached with contemporary kitchen, spacious lounge/dining room, first floor bathroom. Garden with decked terrace, wide sideway, access door to garage.

Ormonde Rise, Buckhurst Hill

Mountbatten Court, Buckhurst Hill

£1,100,000 Freehold

Guide Price £535,000 Freehold

Three bedroom end of terrace cottage, first floor bathroom, lounge, modern kitchen with butler sink, breakfast room/utility room. 74' garden and DETACHED GARAGE. Close to central line station.

Three bedroom end of terrace house close to Roding Valley and Buckhurst Hill stations, Elegant sitting room, kitchen/family room.

First floor bathroom, 50'approx garden with rear access gate, off road parking.

Forest Road, Loughton

Chestnut Drive, Buckhurst Hill

£630,000 £800,000 Freehold Freehold

Guide Price £660,000

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This raised ground floor apartment forms part of this characterful and elegant Grade II listed building with accommodation comprising of a lounge with a separate dining room, fitted kitchen and bathroom and a good sized bedroom.

This spacious three bedroom cottage is comprised of an open planned lounge/diner, separate kitchen, ground floor family bathroom, master bedroom with ensuite shower room and a landscaped garden.

Woodford Road, South Woodford

Albert Road, South Woodford

OIEO £360,000 Share of Freehold

OIEO £625,000 Freehold

This beautiful three bedroom character terrace offers two reception rooms, a fully fitted kitchen, two family bathrooms, a low maintenance rear garden and an out building which is equipped with electric.

Dangan Road, Wanstead OIEO £795,000 Freehold £800,000 Freehold

This contemporary retirement apartment features a double bedroom, newly fitted kitchen and bathroom, a spacious reception room and is within easy walking distance to Wanstead High street and stations.

Cambridge Road, Wanstead £215,000 Leasehold

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Lettings North Chingford

Two double bedroom, unfurnished, ground floor flat located in one of the most sought after areas in North Chingford, just minutes walk from Chingfords ever popular Station Road with its many restaurants, bars and main line train station.

£1,100 pcm

Woodford Green

South Woodford

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 to the highest spec.

£1,400 pcm

Woodford Green

Newly decorated three bedroom family home located in a quiet road situated in Woodford close to local shops, amenities, schools and Woodfords central line. This property benefits from many features such as a large through lounge.

Luxury two double bedroom first floor apartment located in the sought after secure development of Repton Park.

This beautifully presented and large property benefits from a blend of original and contemporary features throughout and boast high ceilings.

£1,595 pcm

£1,850 pcm

South Woodford

South Woodford

Buckhurst Hill

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.

£1,500 pcm

Woodford Green

Newly decorated four bedroom town house, split over three levels, located in a quiet and peaceful location close to travel shops and schooling. This modern property benefits from many features such as having two bathrooms, and separate garage.

£1,850 pcm

Woodford Green

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 two large receptions, modern kitchen and a designer En-suite to master.

£1,500 pcm

Buckhurst Hill

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.

£1,995 pcm

Buckhurst Hill

Five bedroom family home located in a great position in South Woodford close to first class schooling, George Lane's local shops, restaurants, amenities and its Central Line tube station. This property is a must see and is available for a long term let.

Beautifully finished large Victorian four bedroom family home located just a few minutes walk from South Woodfords Central Line tube station, local schools and the ever popular George Lane with its bars, restaurant's and many boutique style shops.

Beautifully presented and finished Edwardian five bedroom family home located close to Churchfield's School, local travel and South Woodford Central Line. This light and spacious house boasts a plethora of original features throughout.

Stunning five bedroom modern semidetached family home spanning over four floors in the heart of Buckhurst Hill.

This beautiful property benefits from being just a few minutes walk from the Central Line tube Station and Queens Road with its variety of restaurants.

£2,250 pcm

£2,495 pcm

£2,495pcm

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Creating Homes To Be Cherished Octagon has been setting the standard in residential new build throughout London and the Home Counties since 1980.

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PROPERTY LIFE

WOODLANDS UNVEILS ITS BRAND NEW SHOW HOME

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stunning new show home has now been unveiled at the popular Woodlands development in Edney Common, only five miles from the vibrant City of Chelmsford.

On the 2nd March over 80 people attended the launch evening and were treated to a cooking demonstration by renowned local eatery Bridge Street Restaurant Lounge & Grill, all in the comfort of the stunning new show home.

Guests sampled delicious food by chef’s Chris Gamblin and Josh Dawson from Bridge Street restaurant, Writtle. Highlights included beef carpaccio and sun blushed tomato canapes, pigeon waldorf salad starter, venison and gnocchi main and pistachio cake for dessert. e food was carefully selected and cooked in front of guests on the night, to dispel some of the myths about how difficult certain food is to make. Chris said ‘We thoroughly enjoyed the demonstration. Its great to do something so different and get people thinking about cooking in a new way.

Perfectly located in the heart of the Essex countryside, Woodlands is a stunning development of 15 distinctive luxury four, five and six bedroom family homes by the homebuilders Biminster Homes and William ompson Homes.

Paul Beresford, Chairman and Managing Director of selling agents Beresfords, commented: “e show home offers potential purchasers the opportunity to experience first-hand the superb design, spacious layout and high quality specification of the homes at Woodlands. So far the properties have proven very popular and now, 8 2 M AY 2 0 1 6

with the opening of a new show home which backs onto stunning ancient woodland, we have already seen a significant increase in interest.”

Peter Jenkins from Biminster Homes commented: “I am delighted with how many people came to view the new show home. As people observed, the last remaining properties really do make the perfect family residences thanks to their contemporary spacious living accommodation coupled with a location that is second to none.”

Located just five miles from the vibrant City of Chelmsford, the parish of Highwood is very rural and comprises of five hamlets including Edney Common.

Within the parish there is a primary school, a church, a village hall, two public houses and a public play area. e renowned villages of Ingatestone and Fryerning are also close by with direct links into London Liverpool Street from Ingatestone railway station in approximately 30 minutes. ere is also direct access to the A12 from Ingatestone. n

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