Life Magazines (Berkshire editions) December 2020

BRING THE CINEMA HOME

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ou’ll find Gordon Marks in the heart of Cobham High Street, an independent jeweller established for over 25 years. An old bicycle sits out the front, with a basket full to the brim of silver that might just catch your eye as you drive past. A stunning brick-fronted building plays host to this showroom, with a full-sized jewellery workshop on site, capable of anything from small repairs to full handmade commissions.

Coppa Club are pleased to announce they will open the doors to their Cobham village townhouse on Wednesday 9th December.

Following their previous successful openings, the venue continues Coppa’s central premise to create a space for locals to make their own.

Anticipated to be one of the stand-out shows of the spring and not to be missed, the world’s largest touring exhibition of Banksy Artworks is coming to London. For the very first time, the UK will host an array of unique pieces from the mysterious political activist, satirist and artist, who has spent most of the last three decades anonymously tagging the streets of the world.

Surrey Hills is inviting people in Surrey to pledge their support to buy local this Christmas and help the local economy and environmental sustainability. There are many campaigns to encourage communities to support their local businesses, however, Surrey Hills Enterprises wanted to take that support one step further.

Nestled on a hillside in the heart of Surrey, Winkworth Arboretum’s wintry woodland is the perfect spot for a quiet walk this December. Situated in Godalming, just south of Guildford, this National Trust arboretum is a collection of trees and plants set in over 100 acres of dramatic Surrey countryside.

Faye Manning Editor

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Internationally acclaimed

‘THE ART OF BANKSY’ EXHIBITION is coming to Covent Garden. 25 March 2021 – 26 September 2021. The UK’s first chance to see the world’s largest touring collection of Banksy artworks

THE DETAILS Tickets to this long-awaited exhibition are the perfect gift for any culture-seeker this Christmas.

Tickets on sale now at artofbanksy.co.uk or call 08440 412001 50 Earlham St, West End, London WC2H 9LJ @ArtBanksyLondon Covid 19 social distancing will be enforced throughout the exhibition as well as safety protocols throughout the space.

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nticipated to be one of the stand-out shows of the spring and not to be missed, the world’s largest touring exhibition of Banksy Artworks is coming to London. For the very first time, the UK will host an array of unique pieces from the mysterious political activist, satirist and artist, who has spent most of the last three decades anonymously tagging the streets of the world.

This globally acclaimed showcase features original and authenticated works associated with, arguably, the most intriguing and talked-about artist in modern history. On display are prints, canvasses, screen prints, sculptures, unique works and limited-edition pieces mainly dated between the years 1997 to 2008, the period which resulted in Banksy’s most recognisable and well-known works.

On loan from private collectors across the globe, the colossal collection includes authenticated and certified Banksy artworks rarely seen in public, alongside iconic favourites such as HMV Dog and Girl and Balloon. Infamous prints, sculptures and limited editions will be scattered across a vast 12,000 square foot space in the heart of Covent Garden.

From Tel Aviv to Toronto, from Melbourne to Miami, the exhibition has welcomed over 750,000

visitors worldwide. Following Banksy’s Show me the Monet artwork collecting over £7.5m at auction, public intrigue around one of the most talked-about artists of the 21st century seems to only be increasing. Decades of rumours continue as to the identity of this world record-breaking artist.

Although The Art of Banksy is not authorised or curated in collaboration with the artist himself, international specialist in the Street Art Genre, Chris Ford, successfully steps up as curator. Chris was instrumental in developing the commercial rise of Banksy’s artwork in the secondary market, successfully placing multi-million pound works into prestigious international collections.

Below: Flower Thrower, part of The Art of Banksy private collection.

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NEW OPENING: COPPA CLUB COMES TO COBHAM C oppa Club are pleased to announce they will open the doors to their Cobham village townhouse on Wednesday 9th December. Following their previous successful openings, the venue continues Coppa’s central premise to create a space for locals to make their own.

‘When we first opened Coppa five years ago we wanted to create a space that combined all the best elements of a café, bar, restaurant and lounge into one offering that provided something for everyone - a private members club experience, without the membership fees, with an informal, relaxed feel that ethos has never left us,’ says Founder, Hugh Osmond.

With stylish and contemporary interiors designed by Fox & Church, the spacious venue spanning two floors is designed to be a homeaway-from-home. Daytimes at Coppa Cobham will see the open-plan ground floor flooded with natural light from the glass roof and play host to everyone from working professionals escaping both the commute and the confines of their ‘home office’ to families lunching by the fireplace.

With multi-purpose spaces spread across both floors, guests are able to settle in for the day; from breakfast in the restaurant to meetings over coffee in the lounge or from dinner in the private dining room to finishing with cocktails at the central bar.

Upstairs, the expansive rooftop terrace garden provides a welcoming space for mixed households to meet for a drink. Dotted across the rooftop will also be five of Coppa Club’s much-loved signature igloos complete with heated flooring, individual sound systems, blankets and foliage inspired by the vineyards of Champagne.

Open early until last orders, an all-day menu takes guests from breakfast to dinner with a selection of seasonal European dishes including Devon crab linguine with capers & chilli, Loch Duart salmon on the plancha with braised puy lentils, garlic & rosemary roast lamb rump and sourdough pizzas. Elsewhere on the menu, sharing plates of seared garlic king prawns, sashimi grade tuna carpaccio with a yuzu dressing and truffle & smoked mozzarella arancini will embody the European focus on conviviality. For a lighter bite there are also bowls and salads including

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the ‘buddha bowl’ filled with grains, tenderstem broccoli & rocket topped with a soft-boiled egg and drizzled with tahini dressing and the ‘super greens and seeds’ with broccoli, beetroot, quinoa and toasted seeds, ideal for those looking for sustenance post workout.

Once the work day draws to a close, Coppa Cobham transforms as the lights dim and guests can head to the bar for drinks and a light bite of parmesan croquettes or pecorino truffle fries. The bar serves a list of classic cocktails with a Coppa twist including their Negroni made with locallysourced Brighton Gin from their Sussex-based restaurant alongside a range of wines and beers.

At weekends, brunch-lovers can expect a similarly laidback affair with plates of buckwheat and rye pancakes topped with either fresh berries, coconut yoghurt and granola or served with bacon, maple syrup and Netherend Farm butter.

The bar team will also be on hand to mix up a mean Bloody Mary or Mimosa.

THE DETAILS Coppa Cobham opens on Wednesday 9th December Address: 13-15 Between Street, Cobham, KT11 1AA Opening Times 8am – 10pm Monday to Saturday 8:30am – 10pm Sunday Restaurant Bookings Open: Thursday 12th November Follow Us Instagram: @coppaclub Website: coppaclub.co.uk

FEATURE

Comitti UK Launches New Charity Initiative & Plans For Luxury Charters

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omitti Boats UK & Caribbean owned by Dr Karen Dickens is delighted to sponsor The Twelve Days of Christmas Challenge (cornwallairambulancetrust.org) to help fundraise for the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust this December. The fundraising initiative brings together many well-known names who will be sharing some great Christmas ideas as well as a Grand Auction of original, bespoke items which have been created specially to help raise money for the charity.

And it’s a charity close to Karen’s heart, whose love of sailing originates from growing up in Cornwall. Despite working and travelling all around the world, Cornwall will always be home for her.

Karen explains: “The Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust is a critical emergency service for the region and if you’ve ever lived, worked or holidayed there you will know the important role it plays in saving hundreds of lives every year. Now more than ever they need our help for essential equipment and to keep the Helicopter flying, which is why we’ve created this initiative and, long term, we’ve committed one per cent of all UK sales.”

As well as her charity plans, Karen’s aim is to expand the reach of Comitti into new markets. This Autumn, the team debuted the next generation of Comitti boats the BREVA 35 and promoting all four Comitti model families

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VENEZIA – BREVA – ISOLA – DI LEGNO. ‘Not only a boat, a lifestyle’ sums up the Comitti brand with its different range of motorboats to satisfy connoisseurs - from day cruisers and pleasure seekers, to Superyacht tenders and those looking for commercial and resort business use.

Plans are now afoot to launch a new luxury boat Charter business in Spring 2021, allowing more people the chance to get behind the wheel of these iconic, Italian designed powerboats. Based at Bucklers Hard, Beaulieu there will be full day, 1/2 days & evening cruises. Bespoke VIP packages are planned alongside luxury food and drink partners to make the on-board experience truly unique.

Owner Dr Karen Dickens explains: “As well as selling the models in the range, I can think of no greater way to experience these beautiful powerboats than to take your own charter. Who knows .. you may fall in love like I did, and decide to have your own.”

To find out more about the Twelve Days of Christmas Challenge and how to donate go to cornwallairambulancetrust.org/ the-twelve-days-of-christmas

COMITTI MODELS AT A GLANCE BREVA – the latest, contemporary model available in 35ft or 29ft with further sizes planned.

VENEZIA – the classic range in 34ft, 31ft, 28ft, 25ft and 22ft and choice of four finishes: Elegance, Classic Teak, Classic Mahogany and Sport.

ISOLA - available in 33ft with more planned. The open bow layout & central helm station allows full walk-around access to forward and aft dining/ sunbathing areas. Specify outboards and sternboards, a fixed stainless steel Bimini makes her an ideal family day boat or create an incredibly elegant and versatile tender/chase boat. DI LEGNO models - PORTOFINO and SANREMO embody the company’s heritage of fine craftsmanship using traditional materials while maintaining that bygone golden era of 1960’s Italian wooden boat design.

Prices range from £120,000 to £425,000 (+VAT and taxes), and the team offer a personal service from start to finish, and throughout ownership as well as semi-bespoke design features.

Email: jwh@comittiboatsuk.com Instagram: @comittiboatsukandcaribbean comittiboatsuk.com

Phillipson Fine Art

Sourcing contemporary fine art for private and corporate clients +44 (0)7767 677 677 www.phillipsonfineart.co.uk

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BRING THE CINEMA HOME.

In discussion with Nic Black, Managing Director from the multi CEDIA award winning company Pyramid AV, we focus on the benefits and choices when considering a private cinema or family media room.

We start by asking if private home cinemas are becoming a more popular request from homeowners?

As specialists in the design and build of private cinemas, we have seen a huge uplift of enquiries from customers wishing to improve an existing cinema setup, or create their own home cinema room in their property as a result of spending so much time at home.

What impact has the pandemic had on commercial cinemas?

With commercial cinema operators and film

studios experiencing a huge impact from the global pandemic, we no longer have the same choice of taking the family to the movies. People are spending much more time at home, and this is not going to go back to previous patterns any time soon it seems. Our behaviour has changed and when eventually the commercial cinemas are back up and running, the entire film industry has 20 DECEMBER 2020

“Family media rooms or dedicated home cinemas are hugely appealing�

had to change its model for the future. This has had a huge knock on for the consumer in terms of choice of content that can be viewed at home.

What are the benefits of a private cinema?

Movie nights will never be the same as more and more people invest into the greater experience that a dedicated cinema or family media room offers.

With most people working from home, and during downtime families consuming content in different parts of the home via their chosen devices, the opportunity to sit together as a family and enjoy the thrill and intimacy of a dedicated cinema space may have never been so important.

Family media rooms or dedicated home cinemas are hugely appealing, and the quality that can be experienced can outstrip any commercial cinema visit. You can watch whatever you like, from TV to movies in the highest quality, through sports, gaming and even music concerts so you can be fully immersed with reference grade audio and video reproduction regardless of your choice of content.

Most of us will have spent many hours over these last month’s catching up with a myriad of TV series, box sets and movies of all genres at home. The streaming industry has moved quickly to respond to the huge demand for streamed on demand content. Disney, Netflix, Amazon, Apple etc are of course competing for our attentions, but at the same time we have seen many straight to TV releases these last months as the studios try and retain revenues. This pattern is not going to change for some time we believe, and ongoing we will be able to experience new blockbusters in our own homes much sooner, and even some on the day of release.

Whatever your choice of content provider, this pattern ultimately underpins the opportunity to have the best possible home cinema experience in the comfort and safety of your own home.

How do I go about creating my own dream cinema?

There are many questions we get asked by clients when considering their 1st cinema. How big does my room need to be? How much should I budget for? Please explain the differences in technology and quality points? The list is long!

To overcome these initial questions, Pyramid offer a cinema design consultancy service that we believe ensures that prospective clients are taken on a journey, and are at all times given the most independent and transparent advice. Our multi award winning team has over 20 years of experience, having designed numerous cinemas of all sizes across the world, large and small using the very latest technologies Rooms can be designed to blend into your existing interiors or perhaps you might wish to create your very own unique room. Every project is unique, and as a result we will create a dedicated space for clients that considers in the 1st instance interior styles using sketches, mood boards and 3D renders.

The AV systems are designed to the highest quality possible and include the latest formats for video and immersive audio systems.

We will discuss and consider numerous topics, such as considering viewing habits and screen types, advising on the various levels of technical specifications available, working with the client to determine and fix budgets, and of course once they are comfortable with the look, feel and investment level, we go ahead and build their dream cinema.

One thing is certain, a dedicated home cinema will be guaranteed to bring smiles to all the family!

If you would like to discuss the opportunity to bring the cinema home, then please do get in touch with Pyramid’s Sales Manager, Phil Roe on 07919 411176 or visit our website thepyramidgroup.co.uk or social media platforms for inspiration.

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THE ONLY OUTDOOR ICE RINK IN SOUTH LONDON IS BACK! At The Queen’s House, Greenwich. Saturday 5 December 2020 – Sunday 24 January 2021

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iscover the most beautiful outdoor ice skating setting in London as the Queen’s House Ice Rink returns to Royal Museums Greenwich.

London’s most ‘instagrammable’ ice rink is back for an unmissable skating experience this festive season.

Set against the striking backdrop of the Queen’s House, visitors will have the opportunity to skate in the beautiful surroundings of a UNESCO World Heritage site, with unbeatable views of the River Thames and Greenwich Royal Park as they weave (or wobble) their way around the rink.

New measures have been introduced this year to make sure that everybody can enjoy the ice rink safely. The size of the rink has been increased by over 50 per cent, capacity has been reduced and staggered skating sessions have been introduced.

An extensive set of safety measures have also been put in place to keep everyone safe.

What better treat this Christmas than to skate in front of the ‘House of delight’ built especially for James I’s Queen? You will be able to soak up the beautiful surroundings of Greenwich Park, take in the spectacular views across London and enjoy a hot chocolate while watching skaters glide across the ice at the only open-air rink in south London 22 DECEMBER 2020

this Christmas.

If you want to make a day of it, there is so much more to see and do - from visiting the award-winning Cutty Sark, seeing the iconic Armada portrait in the Queen’s House, learning about the origins of time at the Royal Observatory and exploring the collection at the National Maritime Museum.

The beautiful Greenwich market is only two minutes away for Christmas shopping. With easy transport links, Greenwich is just eight minutes from London Bridge, or arrive by boat along the River Thames. There are also options to park if you prefer to drive.

THE DETAILS The Queen’s House ice rink is open from 5 December 2020 – 24 January 2021 from 11am – 8.30pm (last skate 7pm) on off-peak days or 10am - 9pm (last skate 8pm) on peak days.

Prices for a skating session, including skate hire start from: Child: £7.25 Adult: £14.50 U25/student: £9.00

© National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

Skate aids are available to hire for children but must be pre-booked.

Sessions will be running at reduced capacity to follow government guidelines, so advanced booking is recommended.

For more information and to buy tickets, visit rmg.co.uk/skate Queen’s House, Greenwich, SE10 9NF

FEATURE

JEWELLERS FIT FOR A ROYAL

Gordon Marks Silver & Goldmsiths extensive, including jewellery valuations, watch batteries and repairs, remakes of your existing jewellery and much more and you can find a full list of services on their website, GordonMarks.com You can also find a curated range of their most popular and unique items on their new online store and with new items being added daily, its definitely worth a browse if you’re looking for that perfect gift this Christmas.

“Gordon Marks offers a curated range of everything from diamond rings, coloured stones and gold chains, to everyday jewellery and luxury brands”

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ou’ll find Gordon Marks in the heart of Cobham High Street, an independent jeweller established for over 25 years. An old bicycle sits out the front, with a basket full to the brim of silver that might just catch your eye as you drive past. A stunning brick-fronted building plays host to this showroom, with a full-sized jewellery workshop on site, capable of anything from small repairs to full handmade commissions.

Gordon Marks offers a curated range of everything from diamond rings, coloured stones and gold chains, to everyday jewellery and luxury brands such as Lalique, Montblanc and Raymond Weil.

As a Royal Appointment jeweller since 2009, Gordon Marks have carried out a vast amount of work for the Royal Household over many years, and continue to do so to this day. They have also won many prestigious jewellery awards, one being the Cartier Award, the Oscar equivalent in the jewellery industry.

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A focal point for Gordon Marks is their bespoke jewellery service. They pride themselves on working closely with clients to design, develop and create beautiful jewellery pieces for all occasions, from handmade engagement rings, to breathtaking coloured stone necklaces and much more.

Gordon Marks has a design portfolio of some incredible jewellery, and this bespoke service really is second to none when it comes to taking an idea and turning it into a reality.

You can find Gordon Marks at 37 High Street Cobham, open Monday to Saturday, and online 24/7 at GordonMarks.com

SILVER & GOLDSMITHS 37 High Street, Cobham, KT11 3DP

Gordon Marks has catered towards every need for over 25 years, supplying the very finest quality jewellery, pearls, precious metals and gemstones.

Built on its heritage, Gordon Marks is a Royal Appointment jeweller and has a workshop on site which can carry out every service; minor repairs, full bespoke commissions, valuations and silver and goldsmithing. Gordon Marks also carries the latest designs from Lalique and Montblanc which sit alongside a curated range of luxury and everyday jewellery.

Located on Cobham’s wonderful high street, Gordon Marks offers an array of jewellery and workshop services; • Handmade One of a kind Pieces • Bespoke Engagement Rings • Complete Redesigns • Ring Sizing and Servicing • Complete Jewellery Repairs Regardless of your needs, Gordon Marks can tailor a unique service for every type of jewellery enquiry.

info@gordonmarks.com 01932 860 630 www.gordonmarks.com

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IN PRINT 2020 Vision Image Wilkie Branson

Winter at Watts Gallery Belonging - Deborah Davies

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his winter at Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village discover two inspiring new exhibitions in their temporary and contemporary galleries. Art & Action: Making Change in Victorian Britain (2 December 2020 – 21 March 2021) is the first exhibition to focus on the Victorian roots of art activism. Featuring key works by Sir Luke Fildes, William Morris and G F Watts, the exhibition explores how, in the Victorian era, art came to be recognised as a powerful tool that could enact social change, improve lives and ultimately shape the future. In Watts Contemporary Gallery, their annual show In Print returns for its fourth year, featuring twice the usual number of printmakers in order to support more artists and makers during this challenging time. IN PRINT: 20/20 Vision (2 December 2020 – 21 February 2021) showcases work by 20 artists working in a diverse range of printmaking techniques, with all works available for you to purchase.

As the festive season approaches, be sure to

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explore the Christmas trees around the Artists’ Village, as well as ‘Belonging’ - a large-scale outdoor sculptural installation woven in willow by artist Deborah Davies. You can also purchase Watts’s Winter Holiday Make Kit, containing everything you need to personalise a festive decoration to hang up at home. Don’t forget to head to the Tea Shop for delicious seasonal food and drinks to eat in and takeaway, and search for stocking fillers and delightful gifts in the Watts Shop.

To support social distancing, pre-booking for timed admission is required for the historic galleries and Art & Action: Making Change in Victorian Britain. Please note that Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village may be in a different tier to your home, so please check the government guidance for your local tier before booking.

Art & Action - Image Luke Hayes

THE DETAILS To find out more about what to expect from your visit and to book tickets please visit the Watts Gallery website wattsgallery.org.uk.

Above: Thomas Kennington, The Pinch of Poverty, oil on canvas, 1891. Coram in the care of the Foundling Museum, London. Image Luke Hayes

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Start your next chapter with Lifestory

2020 has left many reconsidering where they live and what they want from the next chapter of their lives. Many, who were living alone during the lockdown have realised they would benefit from a supportive, close-knit community.

For Renaissance, part of Lifestory, creating communities is at the heart of what we do.

Being part of a Renaissance community is more than just independent living, it’s about embracing everything life has to offer, joining in with social activities and building new friendships.

Renaissance Wokingham is a collection of beautiful one- and two-bedroom apartments in the heart of Berkshire, offering a safe, friendly, and comfortable community where over 65s can enjoy their best years.

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Located in the quaint village of Crowthorne is Renaissance Crowthorne, a stylish collection of 32, one- and two-bedroom retirement homes, together with a communal lounge along with beautifully landscaped garden areas.

Situated a short distance away in historic Sandhurst, Renaissance Sandhurst is comprised of 42 spacious apartments set in attractive landscaped grounds. The community has a large, communal lounge, ideal for coffee mornings and a garden, perfect for relaxing and reconnecting with nature.

All three communities have been designed with accessibility in mind. Homeowners benefit from plenty of fantastic amenities, from convenience stores to supermarkets, making it easy to pick

“Renaissance Sandhurst is comprised of 42 spacious apartments set in attractive landscaped grounds”

up food shopping and other essentials. Those looking to grab a bite to eat can explore the many restaurants and cafes that are within walking distance of all three communities.

Their prime locations also give homeowners easy access to green space, so they can enjoy a leisurely stroll. Renaissance Wokingham is just over a mile away from Keephatch Park Nature Reserve, a small but perfectly formed woodland of varying trees, flowers and shrubs whereas Sandhurst Memorial Park with its calming pond is one the doorstep of Renaissance Sandhurst and Renaissance Crowthorne is nearby Wildmoor Heath Nature Reserve, a rare heathland habitat, home to a rich community of fungi, insects, birds and flowering plants.

Each of the apartments across Renaissance’s communities are modern and spacious in design. Bedrooms are warm and welcoming retreats, benefiting from plush carpeting, built-in wardrobes to the master as well as a stylish en-suite. Shower rooms are fitted with luxurious touches, including mirrored vanity cabinets, whilst there are double glazed windows throughout, ensuring all are highly insulated yet let in plenty of natural light.

Community is at the heart of what makes these three communities so special. Beyond the apartments, homeowners can unwind on the comfy sofas in the communal lounge, a cosy space to catch up with neighbours and relax with a good book.

An additional benefit of living at a Renaissance community is the Lifehost, a dedicated, helping hand who is available to answer any questions, arrange activities for everyone to enjoy, and ensure that life is as relaxing and carefree as possible. Trudy Dixon, the Lifehost

at Renaissance Wokingham, said: “We have a fantastic sense of community and I know a lot of our owners really do value that.”

For those not wanting to commit to purchasing a home, Lifestory Choices offers both Choice Flex and Choice to Buy. Choice Flex allows you to rent long term but keep your options open, and Choice to Buy allows prospective homeowners to rent before they buy. Whatever the option, tenants receive the same exceptional service, access to facilities and other benefits of homeowners living at the community.

Life with Renaissance is designed to be flexible.

Homeowners can immerse themselves in the community and enjoy spending time with likeminded neighbours or use their home as a base to enjoy all that Berkshire has to offer.

If living with Renaissance sounds like the start of your next chapter, you can book a viewing at any of our communities across Berkshire by contacting the team on 01344 238 138 or generalenquiries@lifestory.group.

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Denbies Wine Estate Winter 2020/21

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ith harvest now successfully completed, we turn our attention to the winter months.

Beautiful throughout every season, the vineyard has proven to be a haven of peace and escapism for visitors to the estate, especially at this time. With its open access policy, free car parking and entry to the Winery Visitor Centre, it is the perfect destination for a day out.

As we continue to navigate these uncertain times, Denbies offers a range of dining and refreshment options. ‘The Hatch on the Lawn’ located at the front of the winery overlooking Box Hill and the North Downs is open daily for takeaway refreshments. There is also a covered marquee area for all weather purposes. The Conservatory Restaurant is also open daily for refreshments, hot lunches and afternoon teas. The Gallery Restaurant, located on the third floor, with spectacular views over the 265 acre vineyard is open for lunch Wednesday – Sunday, reservations are strongly recommended. (And for this year, it will be open on Boxing Day!) For those opting for a fully immersive vineyard experience, enjoy a food and wine pairing experience, which takes place in Denbies Vineyard Restaurant, located in the heart of the vineyard.

Enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of the wine estate with a flight of Denbies award winning wines matched with local produce overlooking the vineyard.

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Make the most of the great outdoors! Denbies Vineyard Train Tours will also be taking place every weekend until the end of the year, wrap up warm, bring your camera and make the most of the spectacular views. Round your trip with a glass of warm mulled wine or indulgent hot chocolate with whipped cream and marshmallows – that’s it!

Winter wrapped up.

Located in the heart of the estate Denbies 17 bedroom Vineyard Hotel is the perfect destination for a vineyard retreat. Fantastic additions for 2020 include Surrey Hills Physiotherapy and Wellbeing Centre, located in The Barn next to the Vineyard Hotel are now offering the following; Massage, Reflexology, Pilates, Yoga and Tai Chi. Year round bike hire is also available from Just Pedal Bike Hire, the ideal way to explore the beautiful Surrey Hills.

The iconic Box Hill is located opposite the hotel, making this a perfect destination for those seeking a tranquil stay. For additional information on Denbies Wine Estate and the Vineyard Hotel visit www.denbies.co.uk Denbies is a leader in wine tourism in England and runs vineyard and winery visits all year round.

It offers an unparalleled programme of tours and events from its state-of-the art winery and beautiful estate in Dorking, Surrey.

Denbies is open daily to the public and the chateau style winery hosts three restaurants, wine and gift shop, art gallery and farm shop.

THE DETAILS Denbies Wine Estate Ltd London Road Dorking Rh5 6AA For information and reservations visit denbies.co.uk T. 01306 876616

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Berkshire Botanical Artisan spirits

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ur Berkshire Botanical Artisan spirits collection is based around the stunning 9,000 acre Yattendon Estate in rural West Berkshire. Our philosophy is to create enduring, sustainable botanical spirits and liqueurs using the inspiration of the animals and botanicals living and growing on the Estate.

Our handsome pot still, Harry, resides in the wonderful Royal Oak Pub & Hotel right in the heart of Yattendon and we are due to open our larger distillery site on the Estate in early 2021.

Our wonderful range includes: Our award-winning BERKSHIRE BOTANICAL DRY GIN, distilled with handpicked botanicals including Norway Spruce, Juniper, Coriander, Sweet Orange peel and Grapefruit. The Yattendon Estate is the largest producer of Christmas trees in the UK, hence the signature botanical being Norway Spruce. Crisp and delicate, it’s perfectly balanced for a Classic G&T or more adventurous cocktails!

BERKSHIRE BOTANICAL DANDELION & BURDOCK GIN, copper pot distilled and then gently infused with Dandelion & Burdock with hints of vanilla, liquorice and honey with a little

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citrus & ginger spice make for the perfect tipple.

Try this with ginger ale or lemonade.

BERKSHIRE RHUBARB & RASPBERRY GIN, delicately infused with the finest Rhubarb & Raspberries, fresh, fruity and elegant with a heart of juniper – a splendid accompaniment to tonic or bubbles!

BERKSHIRE BOTANICAL SLOE GIN, our Estate Sloe gin infused with the finest hand-picked Sloe berries, Bold, vibrant and fruity. The perfect tipple for the cold winter months, or add some bubbles for summer!

We have partnered with the Berks, Bucks & Oxon Wildlife Trust to ensure that we are working to protect local wildlife and giving wildlife a voice.

Available at the Yattendon estate shop, Cobbs Farm shops, select Tesco stores, MasterofMalt.com, Amazon.co.uk as well as our own website berkshirebotanical.co.uk

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Hive Country

TAKING THE PLEDGE

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urrey Hills is inviting people in Surrey to pledge their support to buy local this Christmas and help the local economy and environmental sustainability.

There are many campaigns to encourage communities to support their local businesses, however, Surrey Hills Enterprises wanted to take that support one step further.

They have created a new self-motivated pledge to encourage individuals and families in Surrey to buy at least 1 in every 5 purchases from a Surrey Hills based business this Christmas.

For inspiration and links to many outstanding local products and services, they have created a “Virtual Artisan Market Place” highlighting businesses offering gifts, crafts, food, drink and experiences, all from businesses whom have been awarded the Trade Mark Surrey Hills – a Mark of quality, sustainability, and local provenance.

Taking the Pledge, it will not only benefit the owners and families of local business, but it will have far wider benefits to both the economy and the environment.

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Albury Organic Vineyard

“By buying locally we will reduce the carbon foot print of the Surrey Hills as the products are sourced and created from within a significantly reduced area” Puremess

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For example If every person in the Surrey Hills spent just £5 per week in their local shops and business, instead of with large chains, that would add approx. £9.6 m to the Surrey Hills economy By buying locally we will reduce the carbon foot print of the Surrey Hills as the products are sourced and created from within a significantly reduced area Wendy Varcoe, Executive Director of Surrey Hills Enterprises said ‘Buying local and linking to the environmental impact is becoming increasingly important. This campaign highlights the truly inspiring local businesses and the high quality and sustainable local Surrey Hills products.

Surrey Hills Enterprises will support those who make the pledge by continuing to highlight and signpost them to many of the extraordinary and inspiring local Surrey Hills businesses who provide high quality, local and sustainable products.

Find out more about local Surrey Hills businesses on the Virtual Artisan market: surreyhills.org/enterprises/ surrey-hills-virtual-artisan-market

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Lord’s Cricket Ground and Tommy Banks announce perfect partnership

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ne of Britain’s finest chefs, Tommy Banks, will be serving up a fine dining experience at Lord’s Cricket Ground in 2021 when he becomes the opening chef of the new Edrich restaurant in a three-year partnership with Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC).

The contemporary restaurant will open as part of the new Compton and Edrich stands, offering Debenture-Seat Holders dishes boasting the best of British flavours alongside the finest views on major international match days, especially curated

by Tommy.

Born and bred in a small North Yorkshire village, Tommy’s first passion was cricket, dreaming of becoming a professional cricketer.

Life however took him in a different direction, with his natural culinary talents leading him to swap cricket whites for chef whites. From his family’s farming background and working in his parent’s pub kitchen at a young age, Tommy has become highly acclaimed, known for unique

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flavours and dedication to sustainably sourced food, from his own farm in Oldstead. In 2013, he was awarded a Michelin star aged 24, and he owns and runs two thriving restaurants, as well as a premium food box delivery service Made In Oldstead. He has also won BBC’s Great British Menu twice, and is due to compete in a Christmas special of the show this December.

In 2019, he combined his two passions of cricket and food, heading up the kitchen for a sold out Lord’s Dining Club, an exclusive event in which Michelin-starred chefs host a culinary experience in the famous Long Room at Lord’s.

Looking forward to the new collaboration with MCC, Tommy said: “I’m incredibly honoured to head up the new restaurant of such an exciting development at the iconic Ground. I absolutely love cricket, and Lord’s is the pinnacle ground for any fan - it is such a special place. Food is a huge part of a day at the cricket; after all, this is the only sport that still pauses for lunch and tea! That’s why it’s so important to create the highest quality dining experience. I can’t wait to get started on producing a cutting edge menu to match the contemporary new stands.”

The Edrich restaurant will be available to Debenture Seat Holders of the new Compton and Edrich stands. Enquiries can be sent to debentures@mcc.org.uk or call 020 7616 8726.

“The contemporary restaurant will open as part of the new Compton and Edrich stands”

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Over 100 acres of Dramatic Surrey Countryside

“The beautiful hillside location provides a canvas for what he described as using plants ‘to paint a picture”

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estled on a hillside in the heart of Surrey, Winkworth Arboretum’s wintry woodland is the perfect spot for a quiet walk this December. Situated in Godalming, just south of Guildford, this National Trust arboretum is a collection of trees and plants set in over 100 acres of dramatic Surrey countryside.

Created by Wilfrid Fox in the early part of the 20th century, the beautiful hillside location provides a canvas for what he described as using plants ‘to paint a picture’. Although the last fading

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colours of autumn will have long disappeared by December, the Winter Garden provides bright pops of colour with vibrant yellow mahonias and red camellias blooming at this time of year.

There are lots of different walking routes to choose from, whether you stick to the level Access for All trail around the top of the arboretum, or set out on a longer walk, following the Red Route down to the lake. Dogs on leads are welcome to come along too. It’s a welcome escape from the rush of everyday life, giving you a chance to recharge your batteries and enjoy the calming

with pushchairs. For more energetic older children, head over to the Tree Adventure and they can have a go on the mini climbing wall, rope tunnel and fireman’s pole.

And don’t forget, it’s essential to book your visit to the arboretum in advance via The National Trust website. Please check the latest government guidance before travelling. To keep everyone safe they have one way systems in place in certain areas. They are open 363 days per year, closing on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day and reopening on Boxing Day. nationaltrust.org.uk/winkworth-arboretum effects of nature.

If you head off on a longer walk, you’ll get down to the lake, which is a brilliantly calming expanse of blue during December. Step into the boathouse for views across the water and don’t forget to have a camera ready to capture nature at its wintry best!

The tea-room will be on hand serving take away hot and cold drinks and snacks along with tasty baked treats so you can recharge after your adventure and warm up chilly hands. They’ll have children’s and vegetarian options available too.

If your little ones still have bundles of energy after their walk, they can let off some steam in the Natural Play Area, handily situated near tea-room and toilets, ideal for younger children and parents DECEMBER 2020 39

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A brand new after-dark illuminated trail at Polesden Lacey

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eep in the Surrey Hills, the Edwardian gardens at the National Trust’s Polesden Lacey form the perfect setting for this new, after-dark

experience.

This country retreat, only four miles from Dorking, has glorious views across the rolling Surrey Hills and acres of countryside to explore.

It was home to the famous Edwardian hostess Margaret Greville, who entertained royalty and the celebrities of her time. The gardens offer something for every season, including a winter garden bursting with snowdrops and yellow aconites.

As twilight falls, the magic begins. Expect the unexpected with fairies dancing in the trees, fiery

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fish, and woodland wildlife sculpted in willow, as you stroll through the walled garden and into an enchanting landscape filled with wonder.

Lit by lanterns, wander between flickering flames and majestic trees - from one amazing space to another.

Within this fiery interpretation of stars and spheres, illuminated flora and fantasy, there are moments of reflection and playful discovery set to a soundscape that will inspire and intrigue.

The trail has been specially designed for visitors of all ages to enjoy. The great outdoors made magical.

Katherine Mills, National Trust General Manager for Polesden Lacey said: ‘We’re so glad to welcome visitors to Polesden Lacey for this enchanting event. February is that time of year, deep in the winter, when we all need something to look forward to. It is the first time we’ve hosted something like this at Polesden Lacey and we can’t wait to see the gardens illuminated in such a magical way.’

Book your tickets safe in the knowledge that if Covid-19 Government legislation requires cancellation, you can re-book your slot or get a refund. COVID-19 guidelines are being followed and processes are in place to maintain cleanliness and aid social/physical distancing. nationaltrust.org.uk

“We’re so glad to welcome visitors to Polesden Lacey for this enchanting event.

February is that time of year, deep in the winter, when we all need something to look forward to”

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Historic gardens transformed into a magical winter wonderland Painshill was developed in the 18th century by the Honourable Charles Hamilton and is filled with fantastic follies, including an island in the lake, a Roman temple, a gothic tower, a quaint thatched hermitage – and even an exotic Turkish tent.

Painshill Director Paul Griffiths said: “Our wonderful park is the perfect backdrop for some festive fun. And even better families can enjoy the experience while keeping safely socially distanced!

“Our dragon statues last month were a huge hit with our visitors and these trails allow youngsters to have fun in the fresh air. We’re really looking forward to meeting these new characters!”

The event is free anytime for members and will be included in general admission for those with day tickets (day tickets are limited for social distancing so need to be booked in advance).

There will also be a fun and festive activity book for children with facts about the animals, games and puzzles which is on sale for £3 (£2.50 online in advance).

For further information, visit painshill.co.uk

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iant gingerbread men, polar bears and even a snow leopard can be spotted on a very special Christmas trail at Painshill.

The festive fun is being created by the people who brought the spectacular dragon statues to the park and encourages families to walk a trail full of amazing animals, Christmas trees and glittering snow.

Four special realms have been created at the 158-acre landscape where the amazing statues can be spotted.

The one mile ‘Snowfari’ trail starts at the giant Nutcracker forest where youngsters can spot polar bears, penguins, learn about reindeer and if they’re really lucky find the elusive snow leopard. The trail finishes at Gingerbread Corner!

The event runs from this Saturday (Nov 21) until Sunday, January 3, 2021.

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Skate back in time at the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink T ake a festive trip back in time this winter with an unforgettable visit to the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink, situated in the grounds of King Henry VIII’s stunning Tudor palace. One of the highlights of the festive calendar, skaters can enjoy spectacular riverside views by day, before the historic façade is lit up at night, creating a dramatic backdrop to any session.

This year will feature the biggest ice rink yet and reduced skater capacity, giving skaters the space to enjoy a memorable, fun skating experience on the ice. With spectacular views and delicious festive refreshments, the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is the perfect spot to unwind after work, take a romantic date or spend a day out with the family!

With new measures having been introduced to ensure that every visit is covid-secure, skaters can relax and enjoy the festive atmosphere. There’ll be hygiene standards fit for a king or a queen, as well as staggered skate sessions, ensuring fewer people on the ice and a socially distanced entrance and exit. The attraction will be cashless and prebooking is essential, lots of measures have been taken to ensure the safety of customers. Little ones can also find their feet with the assistance of the penguin or dolphin skate aids available to hire for only £5 – just remember that pre-booking is required!

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Once you’ve worked up an appetite on the ice, it’s time to head inside and satisfy those cravings at the Ice Rink Café and Bar. Tuck into hearty winter warming dishes, sharing platters and indulgent treats plus a range of delicious hot and cold beverages, all created by Miss Polly’s. Pre booking a table in the Ice Rink café is essential, you can even pre book your family sharing platter! If you

“With new measures having been introduced to ensure that every visit is safe and secure, skaters can relax”

are after a light bite, why not head to the takeaway hatch for snacks and drinks on the go.

The fun doesn’t stop on the rink! No trip would be complete without a visit inside Hampton Court Palace itself, walking in the footsteps of some of history’s most famous kings and queens. One of the most famous buildings in Britain, visitors can explore the grand State Apartments, where festive events have taken place for almost 500 years, and see the palace dressed for the season with traditional decorations from across the centuries.

Marvel at King Henry VIII’s Great Hall with its grand hammer beam ceiling, which craftsmen created to evoke the nostalgia of its medieval predecessors and under which hundreds of years of feasting have taken place.

Pay a visit to the Tudor Kitchens where Christmas dinners of times gone by would have been prepared, before stepping into King William III’s awe-inspiring Baroque apartments. Finish the day with a stroll through the beautiful formal gardens, the perfect activity for a crisp winter’s day.

OPENING TIMES: 5th December to 17th December 10:00 – 21:00 (20:00 last skate) 18th December to 17th January (excluding Christmas Day) 09:00 – 21:45 (20:45 last skate) Skating sessions last for up to 45 minutes. The ticket price includes skate hire. We recommend that you arrive 15 minutes before your session to get ready to take to the ice!

Please note, pre-booking this year is essential. With family Ice skating tickets available for less than £50, Ice Skating at the Palace is a great value family day out.

Whether you’re looking for an exciting iceskating experience or a place to catch up with your loved ones, you are assured magical memories that you will cherish for years to come Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is open daily from 5th December 2020 to 17th January 2021 (excluding Christmas Day).

To find out more visit hamptoncourtpalaceicerink.co.uk.

Hampton Court Palace, Surrey, KT8 9AU

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award for our Chocolate Christmas pudding- it’s a bit like an Easter Egg in concept , with crunchy almond chocolates inside, and I always take one home for my two boys at Christmas- that’s a really fun product. Our products are only available in the month before Christmas so that makes it special, but also a challenge!

Award Winning Patisserie & Chocolaterie We talk to Chris Bachmann from Bachmann’s Patisserie Why is Christmas special at Bachmanns?

I think it comes down to our products- we make such a variety of Christmas specialities that everyone who comes through the doors can find something special they like to give as a gift or treat themselves. Over the years we have built up an ever growing long fan base of a “Bachmanns Christmas”. Our regular customers always make a trip in December to see what my team have created, and the shop is always busy during Advent, when we the shops look so festive.

What sells best at Christmas?

That’s a difficult one! It changes from year to year if I’m honest. We make Stollen, Christmas Puddings, Christmas Cakes, Mince Pies, Christmas Petits fours, and a bewildering array of Chocolate Christmas products. If I had to pick out favourites, it would be difficult to be honest, but our Prune and Cognac Tart was previously named as the best Christmas Cake or dessert in the UK, and more recently, our Lebkuchen was named the best gingerbread, so I guess I’m particularly proud of those. A few years ago we won a national Design 46 DECEMBER 2020

THE DETAILS 32 Church Street Weybridge, KT13 8DX 01932 820247 6 Criterion Buildings Portsmouth Road Thames Ditton, KT7 0SS 0208 398 1988 bachmanns.co.uk

“Tell us a little about the history of Bachmanns” My Dad started the business with my Mum in Thames Ditton in 1989. After training in Switzerland he’d enjoyed a stellar career in confectionary including stints as the executive pastry chef at the Dorchester and The Park Lane Intercontinental, and the Chief confectioner at the Swiss centre in Leicester Square. He wanted to create the kind of local shop that they have in Switzerland; a store that covers all aspects of chocolate and confectionary, at the highest of standards. Since it has started, Bachmanns Patisserie has gone on to win over 30 national awards, so I guess you can say he achieved that.

I think that the real reason that we have been so successful over the years, and what I think sets us apart from many places, is the variety and sheer excellence of his recipes. Our products have a simplicity and clarity of flavour that is hard to match, and we do take care to never compromise on the quality of our ingredients. Across the year, we make over 450 different products, and change them through the seasons, so anyone will be able to find a favourite, and it keeps it exciting for our regular customers.

I took over the business just over ten years ago, on his retirement, but he still provides my team with inspiration and guidance- in fact he’s in Thames Ditton right now making our German Lebkuchen (gingerbread)!

A few years back we opened our second store in Weybridge, which was very exciting. It has allowed us to expand- we now have about twenty staff- and had the space to create a special separate chocolate room there, where we produce all our chocolates.

The two sites both have their own pastry kitchen and they run in tandem, with each site specialising in certain areas, but all our products are hand finished every morning in both shops. It was a doubling of size and a huge investment for us. So far it has been a great success, and it’s been very satisfying – and a relief(!) to watch the business grow.

December opening times: Every Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm Saturdays 9am – 5pm 24 December 8.30am – 2pm Reopening 29 and 31 December

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The Story of

Windsor Great Park “There is a fascinating Royal heritage at Windsor Great Park that’s just waiting to be discovered”

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isit the beautiful scenery of Windsor Great Park for yourself, and share in the experience that generations of the Monarchy have enjoyed throughout history.

Royal associations Windsor Great Park has witnessed countless events throughout history, dating back to preSaxon times, each of which has left its own distinctive mark on this impressive landscape.

Although it wasn’t until the 13th Century that the areas making up Windsor Great Park were properly defined, creating an incredible variety of landscapes across the 4,800 acres that have grown and been developed over time.

There is a fascinating Royal heritage at Windsor Great Park that’s just waiting to be discovered.

When you wander through the Great Park you’ll encounter Royal residences, formal gardens and trees that have stood for over 1,000 years - with each twisting pathway promising a journey through England’s history.

From William I using the landscape as a hunting ground a thousand years ago, to the original planting of the Long Walk by Charles II, to Queen Victoria entertaining on the shores of Virginia Water - and even today our Royal connections continue to be as strong as ever under the stewardship of HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, the Ranger of Windsor Great Park.

The ever-changing landscape of Windsor Great Park is home to an incredible array of flora and wildlife, making it a great place to explore nature’s 48 DECEMBER 2020

beauty, no matter what time of year. The exotic displays and National Collections will impress even the most seasoned gardener, and also provide an abundance of subject material for photographers of all levels.

You can’t help but be amazed by the stunning Autumn Colour for which Windsor Great Park is famous – especially the maples and cherries in The Savill Garden and The Valley Gardens. At this time of year the fungi displays are also outstanding, but please remember not to pick them! And do keep watch when in the Deer Park, as it’s rutting season, which can be very exciting when our stags lock antlers.

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MICHAEL PLATT

ADDS A LITTLE SPARKLE…

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ichael Platt, Goldsmiths & Jewellers are delighted to be back open, operating with high standards of surface protection, cleanliness and sanitation in the ‘new normal’ that everyone finds themselves dealing with. Michael Platt is ready and raring to provide some sparkle, whether a special bespoke or beautiful stock piece of jewellery.

Michael Platt opened in Wimbledon Village in 1991; a very welcoming friendly boutique Jeweller, full of fabulous dazzling treasures. Much of the jewellery is made on site in their own workshop visible from the shop.

The jewellery is creative, individual, unique and extremely wearable.

Michael Platt are recognized for providing a very caring, personal service, working closely with clients to provide a high level of customer service and expertise in all they undertake, well established for creating bespoke jewellery designed and made on-site.

Is Bespoke for you? It’s far easier to achieve than you would imagine and extremely interesting, satisfying and rewarding. A custom made Bespoke Piece of Jewellery is the ultimate thoughtful jewellery gift. With some imagination and collaboration, a wonderful unique piece can be tailor made especially for you. Exceptional unique

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bespoke jewellery celebrates a special time, a memorable event or captures a moment; it’s everlasting and enduring. Once given, the occasion or reason is never forgotten and the piece will be cherished and always mean so much more. A Designer and working Goldsmith deal directly with clients, designing and making jewellery, interpreting and translating thoughts, sketches or doodles into wonderful jewellery. Whether working on a totally new piece or the redesign of dated, worn-out or inherited jewellery, it is an exciting journey that does not need to be complex or necessarily costly.

During these difficult times, jewellery speaks directly from the heart, the deepest of feelings and sentiment can be expressed with Jewellery. The perfect piece of Jewellery conveys more than words ever can. For jewellery to have emotional impact, it doesn’t need to cost zillions; it’s the thought behind the piece given that counts. Select a distinctive jewellery gift for a special person from the magnificent stock selection in silver, gold or platinum from Michael Platt and your sentiments will be forevermore captured in the piece given.

Do pop in: visits by appointment allow the regulation of numbers into the shop at any one time, please contact by phone, email or via the website to book. Detailed and complex restoration and repair work and jewellery valuations are also undertaken on site.

THE DETAILS Michael Platt, Goldsmith & Jeweller 1 Church Road, Wimbledon Village SW19 5DW Open Tuesday- Saturday 020 8947 4772 info@michaelplatt.co.uk michaelplatt.co.uk

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Curated by Dapper & Suave

Christmas Markets 2020

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apper & Suave have been working hard during lockdown to make sure their popular Christmas markets still happen this year, by meeting COVID regulations and social distancing guidelines.

Both Dorking and Bramley are in for a treat this December. Timed entry tickets mean these markets still offer a great market experience for both visitors and the curated selection of stallholders.

SUNDAY 6TH DECEMBER (11 – 4PM) Dorking Halls, Reigate Road, Dorking, RH4 1SG In the Grand Hall at Dorking Halls, visitors will

find a great selection of jewellery, ceramics, artwork, beauty and candles, fashion, home and gift, food and drink, all perfect for gifting.

Curated by Dapper & Suave are very pleased to support Cherry Trees as this year’s charity and you will be able to buy raffle tickets from them on the day to win prizes donated by the stallholders.

There is free parking at the site and the event will be socially distanced and COVID secure.

Visitors need to book a free timed entry ticket from Dorking Halls website: dorkinghalls.co.uk WEDNESDAY 9TH DECEMBER (10 – 4PM) Gate Street Barn, Bramley, Guildford, GU5 0LR Come along to beautiful Gate Street Barn, where visitors will find a great selection of jewellery, ceramics, artwork, beauty and candles, fashion, chocolate and wreaths, perfect for gifting.

Gate Street will also provide food from their farm as well as beverages on the day.

There is free parking at the site and the event will be socially distanced and COVID secure.

Visitors need to book a free timed entry ticket – the link to ticket sales can be found at dapperandsuave.uk/curated-by

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ABOUT DAPPER AND SUAVE Rob and Jason’s journey started back in November 2015, when their best friend left a comment on their social media about how well they were dressing, calling them Dapper & Suave. ​First came a blog, after which they started to find out how to create their own accessories and become a creative venture in the wedding and styling industry. ​Rob and Jason are both retail professionals who enjoy providing excellent customer service with a touch of showmanship. “We want our customers to feel their very best and to find items from friendly, local creative businesses at our Curated Markets. dapperandsuave.uk Images from last year’s event: by Luke Whatley-Bigg

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THE BERKELEY’S ICONIC BLUE BAR CELEBRATES 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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he legendary Blue Bar at The Berkeley first opened its doors in October 2000.

Created by the late great designer David Collins it was one of the first to make hotel bars a place to be seen and a ‘scene’, As The Berkeley looks back on two dazzling decades of drinks and glamorous hospitality, the Blue Bar marks this milestone with a special anniversary cocktail, the BB20.

From day one, The Blue Bar became a haunt for entertainment royalty including Madonna and for its glamorous parties thrown by luminaries such as John Galliano, Zac Posen and Chanel. Naomi Campbell, Jade Jagger and fashion legend Isabella Blow flocked to the bar, as the place to be.

The vibe set the Blue Bar apart from others and in 2002 the Blue Bar Volume 1 was released.

This was a three CD compilation of hypnotic, chilled beats, world music, jazz and deep house of the time – the sounds of the Blue Bar. By popular

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demand, Volume 2 followed in 2005.

The popularity of the Blue Bar continues at the forefront of the capital’s drinks scene. When lockdown saw the Blue Bar close for the first time, the team took their signature cocktails to the road on Blue Bar bikes - complete with tools of the trade and ingredients, arriving on doorsteps ready to mix the lucky households favourite Blue Bar cocktail.

When the Blue Bar celebrated its 10 year anniversary, a whisky cocktail with caramel notes was created and called the BB10. Following in this tradition, the Blue Bar now unveils the BB20 - a fruity and floral concoction featuring vodka, jasmine, peach and lime, bottled in limited edition batches to purchase directly from the hotel.

Raffaele di Monaco, from the Blue Bar says ‘It’s been an honour and a privilege to be at the helm of the Blue Bar for this landmark in its history. It is our goal to continue to lead the way.’

For more details visit the-berkeley.co.uk

“From day one, The Blue Bar became a haunt for entertainment royalty including Madonna”

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GOLF AND WINE EXPERIENCES IN ITALY If you have a passion for Golf or Wine (or both), Tuscany is the ideal destination for you. This incredible country offers superb golf courses, stunning scenery, an abundance of vineyards and a mild climate for 9 months of the year.

Choose from a one-day experience, a long weekend experience or a seven-day package for groups and individuals. We can put together a bespoke trip for any size group combining golf and wine tasting with other activities such cooking, cycling, shopping etc. If you plan to be in Tuscany why not go on one of our wine tasting days which includes visits to two wineries and a wine pairing lunch together with a qualified Sommelier.

Some of our hotels have meeting/conference rooms if it’s a business trip you want to organise.

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Or let us create an International Golfing Challenge for your fellow golf club members twinning your golf club with one in Italy.

Transport will be in top of the range vehicles and the hotels or villas you will be staying in are carefully selected to provide every comfort.

We can guarantee you will not be disappointed with your experience. www.golfandwineexperiences.com email: thomas@golfandwineexperiences.com Freephone: 08081185729

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FASHION & BEAUTY ROYAL BLUE A WELSH WINTER The Heavyweight multi yarn acrylic 2 tone cable knit melange bobble hat with a Suprafleece™ has a thermal band for extra snugness and cosy hand-knitted feel. The sweatshirt uses a combination of coloured yarn to produce a striking marl effect with solid contrast details at cuffs and collar & using a blend of regenerated pre-consumer cotton waste, its great for the environment. Each piece is finished by hand in North Wales using carefully curated materials. andsotoshop.com

WORLD OF COLOUR We love the vibe of these socks. The prints are fab, as is the quality. Dress up your ankles with these socks, they look great poking out the bottom of jeans or more formalwear. Could these be the perfect Christmas stocking filler? thecornrow.com

STOWAWAY This Stash+Stow Plus+ backpack is a multifunctional statement bag that can be used as a gym, yoga, laptop, travel or stylish work bag. The bag is designed to make your day and life a little easier. There are easily accessible compartments, pockets and mobile phone charging port for all your daily needs. stashandstow.com 60 DECEMBER 2020

Inspired by the engagement ring given to Catherine Middleton

by Prince William, Duke of Cambridge, this necklace is sure to delight. The original ring was made by the jewellers Garrard, and consisted of 14 diamonds surrounding a 12-carat oval blue Ceylon sapphire set in 18-carat white gold. The ring had originally belonged to William’s mother Princess Diana. shop.westminster-abbey.org

WE LOVE These lovely contemporary elegant pearl & CZ hook earring & matching pendant set. lido-collection.co.uk

ACADEMY SALON’S 2020 10 The Green, Hersham, Surrey KT12 4HL T: 01932 252 464 2020 has been a challenging year for Academy salons as it has been for all UK businesses, but it’s also been one where we’ve accomplished so much as a team.

We kicked off the year in style with our latest photo-shoot, created by our talented Artistic Team.

Shot in a London studio, the seven images reflect the latest trends in women’s and men’s haircuts and cutting edge colour techniques. The stunning results featured in Professional Hairdresser, a leading trade publication. The images also got us through to the regional final stage of the prestigious L’Oreal Colour Trophy award.

February’s focus was on our annual Academy Awards ceremony celebrating the stellar achievements of our staff, hosted at Mercedes-Benz World Brooklands against a backdrop of luxury cars.

March was like no other month in our trading history with the Covid 19 pandemic taking us into a national lockdown. Staying physically well and mentally positive was crucial. Team chats online as part of a regular contact strategy kept confidence levels up. Keeping in contact with our elderly clients by telephone was a small gesture that made a big difference.

We also launched a special makeover treat promotion for 20 nominated NHS workers as a thank you for their crucial role in the fight against Covid-19. The 20 recipients were revealed on social media the evening prior to reopening.

We came back with a socially distanced bang on July 4th with extensive safety measures, shift work and extended opening hours, 7am – 10pm.

In August, we celebrated 21 incredible years of trading, beginning with Academy, Hersham

in 1999. Our ethos of ‘Family Hairdressing, Individual Style’ has made our five Surrey based destination salons a magnet for a multigenerational demographic of clients.

Closing our doors again on November 4th for Lockdown 2.0 created a sense of déjà vu.

Naturally, we continued with our Lockdown 1.0 plan of action, and the activities we introduced at that time; placing even greater emphasis on keeping in regular contact with our team, our friends and clients as the winter months can be tough going. We held weekly Zoom meetings with each of our 5 Academy salons as they were good for morale and great for brain storming.

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TIGHTEN YOUR SKIN, REDUCE SAGGING, WRINKLES AND FINE LINES! Dr Peter Forrester and Ms Helen McEnvoy offer the option of combining Profhilo with INTRAcel, our proven and long-established radio-frequency micro-needling treatment. Together they are an unbeatable combination.

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Dr Peter Forrester and Ms Helen McEnvoy have been using INTRAcel skin rejuvenation for over 5 years.

During this time they have witnessed the introduction of many other non-surgical skintightening treatments. Usually well publicised, celebrity endorsed and very expensive. They are promoted with before and after photographs showing results that are rarely achievable in practice.

Dr Forrester and Ms McEnvoy continue to be impressed with the results of INTRAcel and believe that it offers a better and more cost effective result than most of the new ‘trendy’ techniques.

INTRAcel cleverly combines the two established techniques of micro-needling and radio-frequency (RF) skin tightening. INTRAcel delivers short bursts of RF energy into the deeper layers of the skin.

Recovery from an INTRAcel treatment is usually quick; at the end of the treatment the skin will be red like a sunburn sensation for a few hours, this will diminish after 1-2 days.

A toned and tightened effect will be immediately noticeable after a treatment but the full effect will develop over the subsequent weeks. There will be improvement after the first treatment, however a course of 3 at 4-6 week intervals is recommended. Following this improvements will continue for up to 6 months as healthy collagen develops.

Profhilo is an exciting and unique rejuvenation product for the face, neck and décolletage, being unlike any other skin treatment on the market.

Dr Forrester and Ms McEnvoy always look critically at new treatments and never jump on the bandwagon until they have had time to evaluate the exaggerated claims made by some manufacturers and occasionally other practitioners.

They have regularly used Profhilo since Summer 2017 and hence have had a good opportunity to evaluate its effects. They are now convinced Profhilo is a safe, effective and innovative product.

Profhilo is designed to improve skin laxity, texture and lines by stimulating collagen and elastin production. This effect combined with increased hydration will produce a subtle lifting and tightening effect.

Although Profhilo is composed of Hyaluronic

“Dr Forrester and Ms Helen McEnvoy continue to be impressed with the results of INTRAcel”

INTRAcel can: • Improve and tone the texture of the skin • Reduce wrinkles and fine lines • Tighten the jowls and neck • Improve acne scars • Improve acne

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Dr. Peter Forrester MBBS FRCA

Acid (HA) it is not a filler and is aimed at achieving a very different effect from all the currently available HA fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm or Belotero. It will not add excessive volume and hence there is no risk that a Profhilo treatment will result in an obviously filled or ‘pillow face’ look.

It is manufactured by IBSA, a long-established and highly reputable Swiss company and was first launched in Italy in 2015 and subsequently in

the UK in January 2016. Since launch there have been an increasing number of positive reviews and opinions in the media.

A Profhilo treatment is quick and easy. Just 5 small injections of Profhilo are administered to each side of the face. Discomfort is minimal and other than the possibility for a small bruise there is no downtime. There will be an initial increase in hydration, but the main effects will build over the following weeks. A second treatment must be given 4 weeks later to maximise the beneficial effects.

Profhilo can: • Improve overall skin quality • Increase skin firmness • Increase hydration and elasticity of the skin

With over 20 years experience in non surgical cosmetic medicine, Peter specialises in minimally invasive facial anti ageing treatments.

Ms. Helen McEvoy MSc MA MBBChir FRCS (Plast)

Helen is a Consultant Plastic Surgeon based at Guy’s and St. Thomas’ hospital and she consults privately from her rooms in Esher.

Jennifer Luyt Jennifer brings to us 40 years experience in the high end beauty therapy industry and, has practiced as a Senior Medical Aesthetician for the last 11 years.

Esher, KT10 9NP

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Winter and Joint Pain

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s winter arrives many people with Osteoarthritis will tell you that they can ‘feel it in their bones and joints’.

Osteoarthritis is the degenerative type of arthritis affecting the articular cartilage and underlying bones in our joints. The most common symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, lack of stability, and limited range of movement. Managing these symptoms is vital to maintaining and improving your well-being all year round, and especially during the winter months when for reasons unknown they seem to worsen.

“KEEP IT MOVING!” When you stop moving your joints become stiff with decreased range of motion, and your muscles start to lose strength and muscle mass. This combination may result in decreased stability, support, increased stiffness, and pain around the joint. That is why it is crucial to stay active. The seemingly “vicious cycle” with arthritis makes us want to move less due to the pain we are experiencing, yet this lack of motion further increases our pain and decreases our mobility. To break this cycle, a regular exercise program, which can simply be walking regularly, may help decrease pain and medication use.

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the pressure of the weight on your joints and while moving your limb.

If you find that the ‘KEEP IT MOVING’ practices have not eased your symptoms, physiotherapy ,non surgical and minimally invasive procedures may prove to be highly beneficial in managing these pain and discomfort all year around, not only during the winter months.

Dr. Ralph Rogers, founder of RRMG, is a Consultant in Sports and Musculoskeltal Medicine who uses his wealth of experience to effectively tackle chronic pain and acute discomfort. rrmg.com

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Symptoms of gallstones not to ignore during the pandemic

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ne of the hardest problems we face during the current crisis is when to call the doctor.

There is a duty we all share not to overburden a stress health system, but also one we owe to ourselves and our family to look after ourselves.

It is generally true that most surgical conditions are best treated before the symptoms become severe or complicated by such things as sepsis (infection), obstruction (blockage) or dissemination (spread to other tissues). This article is a guide to avoiding these in one common abdominal condition.

A common condition I treat is gallstones.

Gallstones are crystal of bile that form within the gallbladder. They can cause chronic symptoms of upper abdominal pain, nausea, heartburn, acid reflux and/or bloating. The symptoms are typically intermittent and worsened by fatty food but a small proportion of patients can be continuous and severe and triggered by almost any food.

Atypical symptoms of gallstones can be abdominal cramps, chest pain of a non-cardiac origin, palpitations, diarrhoea, early fullness after meals (early satiety) and left sided abdominal pain.

“If a stone jams in the neck of the gallbladder it can cause a more acute pain (biliary colic) or lead to infection (acute cholecystitis): Gallstones are do not usually need treatment unless they cause patient symptoms. However, these can build (crescendo) as the stones grow over time, from almost insignificant to very severe.

As an analogy, if you break your arm the loss of function is immediately noticed. If things build up gradually as gallstone symptoms can, we often we put the symptoms down to ‘getting old’ or ‘being less able to cope with things than I used to’. Like unassuming people, we often work round these manageable symptoms using symptomatic treatments or avoiding things that provoke attacks.

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indications for cholecystectomy (removal of the gallbladder, usually by keyhole surgery). In this case surgery is an option to prevent further attacks.

Further migration of stones in to the bile ducts can cause yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) or severe back pain and vomiting due to pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). These are often absolute indications for removal of the gallbladder as a way of preventing potentially serious or life-threatening complications.

Surgery is a highly successful treatment for gallstones and its complications. All surgery has risks but these can be minimized by performing an operation in a controlled or elective setting where risk factors are optimized. This may include a special diet to help shrink the liver so surgery is safer in obese patients. In many cases surgery is a day-case procedure and full recovery to normal activity in 1-3 weeks. Where emergency surgery is performed complications such as infections and slower recovery are more common.

It is not uncommon for people to report after gallbladder removal for gallstones how long they had put up with symptoms that they thought they were stuck with and an improvement in general health. It is a very satisfying condition for a surgeon to treat.

Mr Bob Soin, MA, MB, BChir (Hons), FRCS(Gensurg), MD is a Consultant General Surgeon at Spire Thames Valley hospital specialising in gallbladder, hernia and acid reflux treatments and surgery.

If you would like to book an appointment, please call 01753 665404 or email enquiries@spirethamesvalley.com

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Face and Body Trends for 2021 - Drone Technology

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No Need for Needles with Drone Technology.

Leave your Botox and Fillers in 2020 and upgrade your skincare routine with Virtual Mesotherapy and Anti-ageing Drone Technology, which works on all types of face and body skin concerns. The beauty of these treatments is there is no downtime, and you’ll leave the clinic, looking and feeling your best.

Virtual Mesotherapy using Drone Technology (A cosmetic delivery system that targets cells with positive concentrates) Virtual Mesotherapy also known as Electroporation won a Nobile prize award in 2003, for the Virtual Needle, which transports Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamins & Minerals effectively at cellular level to treat and target skin ageing or problematic skin types.

This Technique uses electrical currents to create electromagnetic waves to increase the permeability of the cellular membrane to make it easier for the active ingredients to enter the skin cells.

The Drone release system penetrates the skin barrier, navigates and targets cells to act on, which directly releases the active ingredients inside the cell, optimising skin plumping and firming results, meaning there is no need for needles anymore.

97% of clients who have tried the new Drone Mesotherapy Facial said their skin looked up to 5 years younger.

Face Drone • Activates collagen synthesis Face science

• Fills expression lines and wrinkles • Firms and tones the skin tissues • Improves the skin’s vitality and tautness • Favours the rehydration of the skin • Gives brightness, unifies the colour of the skin and lightens dark spots Body Drone The Slimming & Firming Body Drone Technology is an alternative to invasive body treatments, such as Lipo Suction.

• Rebuilds & Strengthens Muscle Definition • Improves Circulation & Detoxification • Boosts Immunology • Visible reduction in Cellulite & Fat Cells • Stimulating more of your own Collagen & Elastin • Full Body Lifting & Contouring Lisa Harris, founder of Lisa Harris Skin Science in Weybridge, has been performing sought after non-invasive treatments for over 27 years, and is a pioneer of the Aesthetic Industry.

Most recently, the clinic was recognised as one of the best clinics worldwide for Drone Technology results.

Lisa Harris tells us why she thinks Mesotherapy & Drone Technology is the future in skincare.

“For over 50 years, the beauty and aesthetic industry have been at the forefront of delivering skin science technology with proven efficacy to naturally enhance skin health (i.e. anti-ageing, problematic skin and cellulite treatments).

I believe the discerning client today is finally looking into safer anti-ageing treatments to improve long term skin health”

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THE DETAILS You can find out more by booking a consultation with Lisa Harris and her team, virtually or in clinic.

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Surrey’s leading Face & Body clinic

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SlimDrone

Transform your Body in just 3 weeks!

Using network communication to navigate and target fat cells – which no other body treatment or product can achieve!

• Only available in 4 Clinics in the UK • Visibly Reduce Fat & All Types of Cellulite • Instantly Firms Skin by increasing Collagen & Elastin • Strengthens & Tones Muscles with Olympic Standard Muscle Activation

Tel: 01932 841 717 • E: info@lisaharrisskinscience.co.uk • www.lisaharrisskinscience.co.uk 97 Queens Road, Weybridge, KT13 9UQ • 64 Knightsbridge, London, S1X 7JF

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6 THINGS EVERYONE SHOULD KNOW ABOUT HORMONES

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large number of the questions received from readers are about hormonal concerns. Dr Kim discusses why she is passionate about hormonal health, and why she believes in the importance of understanding the impact hormonal imbalances can have on every aspect of your home and professional life.

“Hormones are like music played in a beautiful but sometimes discordant symphony” This description by New Yorkbased gynaecologist, Dr Eden Fromberg, is one of the most apt analogies I’ve come across.

She likens hormones to the musicians in an orchestra, with each having to listen to the others in order to play in harmony.

“When hormones play too loud or soft, too fast or slow, and don’t co-ordinate with the others, the sound produced may be jarring to the system.”

Hormone imbalances are common, and many people men and women – suffer with symptoms that can be quite nonspecific and perhaps not serious enough to seek out medical help.

Others are diagnosed and treated for something else (commonly depression), and the root cause of the problem may be missed. It is important to address imbalances as there are long-term health consequences from hormone deficiencies in both women and men – including loss of bone mass and an increased risk for chronic diseases such as cardiac disease, dementia and diabetes.

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HORMONE IMBALANCES AFFECT BOTH MEN AND WOMEN Men and women share most of the hormones in the body, including oestrogen and testosterone.

What makes us different is that these hormones are in different proportions and our bodies react to the same hormones in different ways.

Signs of low Testosterone • Irritability • Fatigue • Memory issues • Difficulty finding words • Drop-off in overall performance and endurance • Inability to focus • Depression • Loss of muscle mass (and difficulty gaining muscle) • Difficulty losing weight • Low sex drive • Reduced bone mass

STRESS HORMONES TAKE FIRST PRIORITY When your body is in chronic state of survival mode, high cortisol levels in the body affect your immune system, energy levels, digestive health, and make you store fat. Addressing any other

health concern is a challenge in the face of poorly managed stress. Doing the right kind of exercise and optimising your nutritional state are the best places to start, along with some deep breathing exercises, meditation, saunas or redlight therapy.

Chronic stress leads to: • Irritability • Frequent infections and illnesses • Fatigue • Disorganised thoughts • Poor sex drive • Increased tendency to store fat • Digestive issues

NUTRIENT DEFICENCIES PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN HORMONAL HEALTH Vitamin and mineral deficiencies can lead to poorly functioning hormones. Vitamin D is very important for your immune system, as has been seen during the pandemic. It functions like a hormone and supports your other hormones.

In less sunny months everyone in the northern hemisphere is recommended to take a supplement.

In addition to frequent infections, vitamin D deficiency leads to low mood, fatigue, depression and bone pain.

SLEEP IS A NON-NEGOTIABLE Unfortunately, one of the first signs of decreasing hormone levels in women is difficulty sleeping.

The consequences of poor quality sleep are exponential and can make any other hormonal symptoms worse. Chronic lack of sleep is linked to memory loss, poor performance at work, and in the longer term, may lead to dementia.

EXCESS BELLY FAT CAN BE A SIGN OF HORMONAL IMBALANCE One of the first signs of hormonal imbalance is an inability to lose weight, no matter how hard you diet or exercise. A lingering spare inch or two around your middle can be a sign of sustained high cortisol, insulin resistance, oestrogen imbalance, low testosterone or low DHEA.

PERIMENOPAUSE STARTS AROUND 8 TO 10 YEARS BEFORE MENOPAUSE Perimenopause is the time in a woman’s life when your ovaries produce less oestrogen, progesterone

and testosterone. It can start in your 30s, but you are most likely to start experiencing symptoms in your 40s, at the point that your oestrogen levels start to decline rapidly.

Some people are fortunate enough to have mild symptoms and respond to dietary and lifestyle changes. For others there is a significant impact on your quality of life and the people around you. Hormone replacement therapy can help alleviate short-term symptoms, but there are also important long-term benefits you need to know about: increased bone density, decreased heart disease, and decreased colorectal cancer. Risks are often discussed in the media, but are frequently misrepresented, and are best assessed on an individual basis with your doctor.

DO THESE PERIMENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS SOUND FAMILIAR? • Hot flashes • Difficulty sleeping • Breast tenderness • Mood swings • Food cravings • Loss of libido • Fatigue • Itching under the skin • Discomfort during sex • Irregular periods • Decreasing fertility • Memory loss • Losing your words

Dr Kim Prescott practices Aesthetic and Lifestyle Medicine from the Penrose Private Clinic in Fetcham Park House and the PSMD Clinic in Cobham, as well as lecturing and training in advanced aesthetic medicine.

You can email your questions to info@drkpclinic.co.uk psmd.co.uk 01372 371201

“The consequences of poor quality sleep are exponential and can make any other hormonal symptoms worse”

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NO MORE DRY HANDS

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efore Covid, we rarely used hand sanitiser; now it’s the must-have accessory of 2020. Whether you’re heading to a restaurant, for a night out (remember those!?) or even just to a friend’s house (when we can), it’s in your pocket.

But with this endless destruction of germs comes severely dry and cracked skin. Look at your palms now and we bet it’s like staring at the Gobi desert.

The answer? A hand sanitiser that moisturises.

Or, in fact, a moisturiser that hand sanitises. It’s so simple we’re upset we didn’t think of it ourselves and patent the technology. Instead, Surrey residents Matthew Jenner and Tom Wanless got there first, creating Babington Soap Co. We’ve used hand sanitisers for so long, no one is willing to give them up. Surveys show nearly 80% of people expect to continue using hand sanitiser once a vaccine has become effective.

And more than 60% of people think that the use of hand sanitisers has had, or may eventually have, a detrimental effect on the skin and accelerate ageing on the hands. If we’re not already worried about liver spots and wrinkles, now we’ve got something else to add to our list!

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not designed to be cosmetics. You normally find them in hospital waiting rooms or in a gap-year student’s bumbag. So it’s important that we start plumping up our skin with the right stuff instead of destroying the skin’s natural barrier with potent liquids.

Babington Soap Co. is designed to be a cosmetic and part of your daily skin care routine and provide protection against bad bacteria at the same time. The vegan-friendly plant-based moisturiser uses just six natural ingredients.

Almost every sanitiser (whether it’s super pricey or straight from the high street) uses aloe vera or glycerine whereas Babington Soap Co. uniquely uses chitosan (pronounced “kite-o-san”). The pharmaceutical-grade plant-based ingredient locks in the skin cells’ water stores to ensure smooth, healthy skin. Unlike the other moisturisers, the chitosan in Babington Soap Co. products mimics the body’s natural moisturisation functions by forming an impermeable barrier to prevent water loss from the skin cells. Through this process, the skin cells continue to operate exactly how nature intended; most importantly, it leaves your hands feeling soft and silky smooth.

This is the kind of moisturising hand sanitiser that’s a treat, with a gorgeous lemongrass scent.

It’s as gorgeous as bath bombs or scented candles and comes in beautiful packaging, making it perfect for a gift this festive season. If we’re going to be using hand sanitiser long after we’re out of this pandemic, we might as well make it the right one.

“Babington Soap Co. is designed to be a cosmetic and part of your daily skin care routine and provide protection against bad bacteria at the same time”

THE DETAILS Find out more and buy online at babingtonsoap.co.uk - also available in some of the finest high streets.

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INTERIORS KEEPING IT SIMPLE These lights will fit perfectly with simplified art with minimal detail. Pair with neutral colours from Victorian homes to modern apartments, this Purist trend is very versatile and timeless – its minimal design brings a sense of calmness. besselink.com

NEW IN TOWN

FESTIVE FRAMES Get in the holiday spirit with our new art prints for the festivities ahead! For the first time ever we’re launching a collection of art prints designed especially for the holiday season.

It has been really fun creating a new kind of holiday decoration for this cosy time of year, says Executive Creative Director Annica Wallin. The collection consists of 20 art prints in different styles ranging from photo art to festive quotes and illustrations. desenio.com

HYGGE MEETS WABI SABI Achieve simplicity and functionality without compromising on comfort and cosiness with this fusion of Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetic.

Following the minimalist design principle where simplicity is the centre, create a warm, cosy and more natural room by playing with textures, natural elements and designs. coffeeandcloth.co.uk

SERVING UP STYLE Del Mar porcelain tableware sets the tone for renewed energy in 2021 in ranges of gorgeous cool grey hues and blue ocean tones with hints of green.

This stunning coupe range has elegant lines and features a reactive glaze, so each piece is beautifully individual with variances in shade from piece to piece, reflecting the changing colours of nature. procook.co.uk

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The Cornrow, a new home and lifestyle online store, has launched! Providing a unique and wide-ranging selection of products which all offer a new aesthetic focused on diversity, for everyone to enjoy! Set up by two Black British sisters, whose dream was to create a store which celebrates their heritage and lifestyle, the company mantra is “Would Wakanda Westfield stock it?!”. thecornrow.com

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KEEP WARM THIS WINTER

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aidenhead Fireplace and Stove Centre was established in 1977, by owner Ian Smith. Along with long standing colleague and partner in the business John Coombes, they have gradually expanded the showroom and their skills, to suit all aspects of the Fireplace, Gas Fire and Stove industry.

Now with an ever-expanding team of extremely talented and hardworking fitters headed up by Manager Charlie, we act as the Home Counties’ trusted authority on fireplaces, growing year-onyear to cover all aspects of the industry right down to the annual maintenance of your appliance.

Our close-knit team will accompany you through the entire process, from our beloved Maidenhead showroom right through to installation - and sparking up that very first fire.

“Our close-knit team will accompany you through the entire process, from our beloved Maidenhead showroom right through to installation” A fireplace sits at the very heart of the home and throughout the South East, families have put trust in our experts for over forty years. As you’ll discover here and elsewhere online, we have an exemplary record of customer satisfaction to uphold, and we love what we do. Our services range from a free, no-obligation survey of your

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property to full installations, chimney building, stove maintenance and much more.

We are extremely proud of our showrooms; they are bursting at the seams with ideas and inspiration for you to take from. We always have our fires lit, meaning you can pop in 7 days a week to see them in action!

With an extremely diverse selection of Stoves, Gas fires and Surrounds on show, it means there is something for everyone. The brands that we are lucky enough to be working with are some of the most exclusive in the Europe, if not the world.

All of our suppliers have specifically chosen us to represent them and we do not take that lightly, ensuring that the service we offer potential clients reflects the quality of the products that we supply.

We only settle for the best. maidenhead_fireplace_centre maidenheadfireplaceandstovecentre

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Wellness with Origin Ending the year in a positive way and looking ahead to 2021

“Health is a state of body, wellness is a state of mind”

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ellness and swimming are often mentioned together, but what does wellness mean? Wellness is the act of practicing healthy habits on a daily basis to achieve better physical and mental health, it ensures that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving. Swimming is an amazing form of exercise and self care that should become a healthy habit more people pick up, it’s great for your mental health and is able to improve quality of sleep and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. At Origin we believe owning a pool is about more than the pool itself, by adding a spa, sauna or yoga room your swimming pool and pool house could be a centre of wellness.

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even a bar. Whilst jumping in can seem daunting, making the decision can bring measurable benefits.

A new pool from Origin provides new ways of having fun, whether that’s spending precious time together as a family or making the idea of a staycation more appealing.

Swimming remains one of the most popular activities across the country, with its physical and mental health benefits exceeding expectation.

The movement of water over your body creates a massaging sensation which encourages you to relax, just being in water increases blood flow to the brain, boosting your brain health, releasing endorphins and increasing your overall mood. In fact, a SwimEngland study found that those who swim regularly felt on average 12 years younger than those that don’t.

If you’re concerned about the environmental impact of the pool or simply want to lower running costs, eco models are available. The ‘EcoSwim’ range incorporates the very latest building materials for energy efficiency and provides you with a host of options to lessen your carbon

footprint. There are plenty of small changes you can make that can have a big impact, many of them saving you money in the future. Whether you want to add an insulated pool cover or air source heat pumps, Origin will work with you to create the pool you want. After all, wellness is important for our planet too.

But why Origin? It’s simple, we do it all.

Building swimming pools is a specialised field, it’s unlike any other building project and requires a holistic approach with all the key elements working together from the beginning. At Origin, we eliminate the need to employ separate companies by managing the whole process for

you, from concept to completion. Access to a pool right on your doorstep means it’s easy to swim and exercise everyday in the privacy and safety of your own home. We’ve been building award winning swimming pools for over 40 years and in that time we have successfully completed thousands of pools and pool houses to a wide range of specifications. Whether you’re looking for indoor or outdoor, wellness or fun, Origin has experienced it all and are available to help you create your dream pool, managing every stage from start to finish, giving you the confidence and freedom to enjoy finally swimming in your own home.

So, end the year on a positive note and let Origin take you to wellness and beyond.

THE DETAILS Speak to the experts at Origin Leisure call 01895 453996 now or visit www.originpools.co.uk for more information and to subscribe to our newsletter. Our Instagram page @originpoolsuk is bursting with the latest pool inspiration. Let Origin make 2021 your year.

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ART NOUVEAU INSPIRED WALLPAPERS

by Austrian artist, Nici Gabriel

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reators of made-to-measure wallpaper murals, Wallsauce.com is proud to announce its latest collection of Art Nouveau designs by Nici Gabriel.

Discovered in its competition to find the next ‘designer wallpaper collection’, Austrian-born Nici is a self-taught surface pattern designer who rediscovered her love for creativeness after having her children. Having endured a career as an IT project manager, Nici founded her art label after realising creativity was her passion.

Inspired by her childhood in Austria, Nici’s collection for Wallsauce.com captures some of the finer details of the Austrian countryside translated into her love of the Art Nouveau period. She says: “Having lived in Austria for many years, it was a natural choice for me to focus on Art Nouveau.

One of my wallpaper designs is a geometric, floral pattern with bows and loops on some marigolds and a reflected magic flower. The other is inspired by some clovers and mallows in my natural garden.

Scrolls and bows give it the necessary elegant feeling of Art Nouveau.”

“Scrolls and bows give it the necessary elegant feeling of Art Nouveau” Beautifully decorated in mellow blues, ochre and neutral tones, Wallsauce.com saw a huge gap in their market for Nici’s Art Nouveau designs.

With all things vintage also being predicted as a huge interior trend in 2021, these modern 20th century-inspired designs can also offer a unique and somewhat colourful fulfilment for the trend.

Head to wallsauce.com to view Nici Gabriel’s 7-piece wallpaper collection.

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‘Chinese Feng Shui’ for the New Year

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otterell & Co. have gone back to their roots to over 65 years ago in lampshade manufacture.

We are now reinventing bespoke lighting by utilizing innovative techniques, new materials, in-house design and long-standing relationships. The result is exclusivity combined with endless variety, successfully tapping into the zeitgeist for all things bespoke.

If you are looking to add some Chinese Inspired Lighting and Home Decor in time to celebrate the Chinese New Year, here at Cotterell & Co we have some bespoke hand made products that will add those warm inviting touches to your home just in time.

One of our Interior Designers picked out a collection of products featuring Rustic Oranges, Reds, Florals and much more. The meaning on ‘Feng Shui’ actually comes from ancient Chinese beliefs, that the way your home or house is built or the way that you arrange objects affects your success, health and happiness. This term was the inspiration for our small collection.

Here we have added our Giraffe Lamp with an Orange Shade. This inspired us from history going as far back as 1414. A Giraffe - a unknown creature at the time in china- was presented to an Emperor who immediately associated it with the qilin, an auspicious mythical creature.

Next, we have our Moooi Menagerie of Extinct Animals Bespoke Shade. The print celebrates extinct animals. The creatures are nestled amongst the outsize foliage picked out in stunningly vibrant colours. Our inspiration for the next lamp was the Traditional Asian Rice Hat. Our bespoke tapered shade is shaped in a similar way.

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Far more at your fingertips…

Design your own bespoke lighting with Cotterell & Co. We use innovative materials and use of scale to create the perfect pieces. Bring your style and room to life with a shade what’s lined in a wallpaper of your choice and covered in an array of luxurious materials – even your own if you’ve got some to spare.

Play with colours, textures, finishes and metallics. Lights transform when lit and you can change the complete look & feel of your room.

Scale, choice and a huge range of fittings and fixtures is always a challenge for a small, family run business. What do you do? Play to your strengths, go the extra mile and innovate – use what you have. We create and design with our customers and interior design clients alike, lighting schemes can be daunting, especially when starting from scratch.

We offer a bespoke lighting specification service – answering all your lighting queries and we can also work off plan too.

Change doesn’t have to break the bank, a new shade can make all the difference - a little like throwing a new cushion on a sofa. Introducing new colours and textures – perhaps a little pattern can make a real change!

We offer a recovering service and using our many years in shade making we’re able to recover existing fittings in an array of materials to really switch things up and create something completely unique for the customer.

Designing our own light fittings means we can problem solve & innovate as we go. Life doesn’t have to be grey, Rocke – our in house design brand was born out of our customers’ desire for something very different from the ubiquitous cream lampshade. cotterellandco.com

“Play with colours, textures, finishes and metallics”

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AFTER BEFORE Sunningdale Building Services Ltd is a well established Building Contractors company that has built up an enviable reputation over the last 20 years. We pride ourselves on our commitment to provide a professional and speedy service at all times, whilst maintaining the highest quality of work.

Sunningdale Building Services Ltd has a proven track record of innovative designs, effective problem solving and attention to detail and our goal is to meet and exceed the expectations of every customer.

SERVICES:

• Design Consultancy • Architecture and Planning • Construction and Restauration • Interior Design and Procurement

HOMES

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Web. www.sbs-homes.co.uk (under construction. Will go live mid December) Email: enquiries@sbs-intex.co.uk Phone: 07927714786 Sunningdale Building Services Ltd, 8 Crossways, Ascot SL5 0PY

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Gate Automation

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or many reasons gate automation is by far becoming a must have for many households and property owners, including security, privacy, wildlife and pet control. With local crime on the increase and opportunist thefts happening in gardens and sheds, closed gates can offer a line of defence against these issues.

With Harrier Gate’s range of video and audio entry phone systems, your front door can be moved to the very front line of your property making you feel more protected and far safer in your own home. They work closely with security companies to provide integrated systems and to maximise the use of your home security.

Gate automation services include: • Bespoke Gate Supply & Installation • Standard Gate Supply & Installation • A Range of Swing & Sliding Electric Gates • Automated Metal & Wooden Gates • Access Systems with Video and/or Audio • Gate Automation for Existing Driveway Gates While gate automation adds security, it can also add an elegance to your home and improve the property selling value. At Harrier Gates they offer a bespoke service to provide you with gates that suit your home and style. This is important to all of 86 DECEMBER 2020

their clients as gates will be the first thing visitors see and use when visiting your property.

All of their automation systems are designed around each individual client to deliver a system that is convenient to their needs and uses. They provide wooden, aluminium and metal gates all made to measure, with a full CAD drawing service provided prior to manufacture. This ensures the gates are made exactly to the clients requirements. They are regularly meeting with manufacturers of automation systems to keep up with all the changes and advances in gate automation. Consequently provide only the best automation and access control systems.

As a member of the Gate Safe UK network they ensure all their automation systems are safe and practical for all users. They see safety as one of the most important parts of an automation system.

Harrier Gates is a company dedicated to the automation industry covering domestic and industrial sectors with a one on one service from survey to installation, right up to the final handover.

They also offer a repair and service of existing automation systems.

Whether you have existing automatic gates or you are considering a brand new installation, they will offer you expert advice when choosing your electric gate system.

Tel: 01483 379954. harriergates.co.uk

“Harrier Gates is a company dedicated to the automation industry covering domestic and industrial sectors with a one on one service from survey to installation, right up to the final handover”

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Unique, elegant, your own personal oasis E

den Arc, the elegant garden structures company, was launched after Noel Marshall, one of our founders, developed a concept to replace an old garage with something more elegant and eyecatching than a standard, ‘clunkily built’ garden room. Based on ‘there being no right angles in nature’, his concept is deftly reflected in all our buildings.

Our talented Eden Arc team have created something not only visually outstanding, but innovative in its construction and versatile in its use. Eden Arc is a beautifully elegant garden structure, with a unique signature shape, that gives you a very special, eye-catching, additional space, enriching your home and your home-life.

Thoughtfully designed and detailed, and built on intelligent modular construction, the Arc is clad in specially selected timber, to provide a contemporary but naturally warm and tactile finish. With an array of high specification fixtures and fittings that come as standard, the Arc is a truly remarkable place to be.

An Eden Arc is designed for multiple uses, from an inspiring home office to a relaxing reading room, a cool den for teenagers, a serene yoga studio, a dynamic gym, your imagination is the only limitation. As a fully insulated, ventilated, heated, well lit, powered and secure garden building, it can be anything you need your Arc to be.

We always seek to minimise the impact on the natural world by using the most effective way to site our Arcs; based on minimal footings, our range of planning-free buildings hover over the

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ground, clearing roots, safe from damp and can manage slopes up to 5 degrees as standard. All groundwork is included in the price (except for steeper slopes and contaminated ground, which can be managed at an extra cost).

Our highly trained carpenters, builders and decorators are self sufficient and do not require access to your house, power or utilities. We believe a clean site is a good site and it will be kept clear and safe for you throughout the build process.

When designing the Arc, we wanted to create a garden structure that is not only beautiful and functional, but also takes care of the environment.

We choose high quality, sustainably sourced wood and employ all natural insulation with sheeps wool in our walls, floors and ceilings, combined with an incredibly effective, sedum grass roof. These are not only wonderful materials to work with, but also provide the highest levels of protection, insulation and low maintenance solutions for your Arc. To really appreciate the wonderful environment of an Eden Arc, contact us to arrange a site visit. eden-arc.com

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Your Beautiful Bathroom

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bathroom can be so much more than just a room for hygiene. You can create tranquil areas of relaxation and Cranleigh Bathroom Studios can help your ideas come to life.

With their experience in the industry they can create relaxing areas that will take away all of your worries and woes with ease. As well as giving you those relaxing moments, you can have a fresh bathroom for mornings to get you ready for the whole day ahead. Whatever you have dreamed of can be brought to your home in quick time with matching tiles, furniture and accessories in tow.

As well as full bathroom suites they can install shower enclosures that are effective and attractive.

A wide range of shower enclosures include floor to ceiling glass screens and smaller effective screens depending on your needs. The shower enclosures they supply complete your bathroom and can keep water where it is supposed to be at all times.

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you in the right place. With a wide range of superb tiles to choose from you can truly personalise your bathroom or build complete bespoke sets to suit your needs and taste.

At the showroom they have various tiles to explore, including mosaic, ceramic and pebble tiles for both flooring solutions and walls. They understand that a bathroom is often a place for relaxing but also needs an element of freshness at the same time. To accomplish this tranquil atmosphere they work with you to build your dream bathroom from top to bottom so that you can really sit back and relax.

Please telephone for a Showroom appointment to meet Craig and the team, not forgetting Bryn the Showroom dog!

Appointments Tues – Fri 10am –4pm.

246 High Street, Cranleigh GU6 8RL 01483 272727 cranleighbathroomstudios.co.uk

Bryn the Showroom dog

As well as giving you those relaxing moments, you can have a fresh bathroom for mornings to get you ready for the whole day ahead

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CHRISTMAS

SPIRIT

with ANNIE SLOAN

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y leading the decorative painting revolution over the last three decades, Annie Sloan is widely recognised as one of the world’s most respected experts in paint and colour. As well as authoring 26 internationally sold books, Annie Sloan transformed the world of furniture paint with the creation of her own brand of decorative paint, Chalk Paint®, in 1990. Annie’s fine-art background and contagious enthusiasm for decorative painting has motivated both home painters and experienced professionals, unlocking countless creative potentials over the last 30 years. Annie Sloan is all about sharing her passion for decorative painting, and inspiring people to be creative and adventurous with her paints and colours. Her products are exclusively available through her network of over 1,700 independent Stockists located in 55 countries around the world. anniesloan.com

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TIME TO SHINE: NEW SPARKLING ADDITIONS FROM MODISH LIVING Blackbone Industrial Oak Spider Leg Dining Table The phrase ‘go big or go home’ springs to mind when one thinks of this dining table. With its unique spider leg design in a choice of shiny gold or highly polished silver and dark stained industrial oak in the signature herringbone design, this table brings an instant wow factor to any space. Available in two sizes, the table is the perfect scene stealer for a dining space or boardroom that means business.

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ursting with high octane glamour, the Blackbone Industrial Oak furniture collection from Modish Living has unveiled some gorgeous new handpicked pieces that are guaranteed to bring some old Hollywood pizzazz to a home or office.

Full of industrial brilliance and high shine, this glitzy collection is the perfect antidote to a year that brought plenty of austerity and uncertainty.

Crafted in the highest quality solid oak, each piece of furniture features the distinctive signature style of the collection - brooding dark stained wood set in a herringbone pattern with a contrasting polished metal frame and leg in a choice of polished silver or gold.

Brand NEW to the collection is a dining table with a show-stopping spider leg and a new office desk, both of which ooze industrial glamour.

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“The Blackbone Industrial Oak furniture collection from Modish Living has unveiled some gorgeous new handpicked pieces that are guaranteed to bring some old Hollywood pizzazz to a home or office”

Blackbone Industrial Oak Desk Whether you’re looking to upgrade your home office desk or treat your office space to some unapologetic glamour, the new Blackbone desk strikes the perfect balance between elegance and functionality. The obvious craftsmanship of this solid oak desk is evident throughout. The dark stained wood, set in a signature herringbone pattern, contrasted with the polished gold or silver U-shaped leg, frame and handle adds interest and style, whilst a practical cupboard provides essential storage.

The full Blackbone Industrial Oak collection comprises everything a home needs to add a touch of drama and intrigue, including Round Dining Table, Extendable Dining Table, Spider Leg Dining Table, Drinks Cabinet, Slim Drinks Cabinet, Console Table, Square Coffee Table, Rectangular Coffee Table, TV Unit, Side Table and Desk. Each piece is available in a choice of polished gold or silver. modishliving.co.uk

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Black & White Botanicals with Susannah Weiland Collection

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usannah Weiland Collections produces handcrafted designs for luxury interiors.

Susannah is a hand embroidery artist and a keen wild life photographer. She studied Graphic Design at university and has spent 20 years working in the fashion industry as a freelance textile print designer. Keen to learn new skills and try different creative mediums she had taken many evening and weekend courses in everything from oil painting and life drawing to perspex jewellery making and tapestry. Her grandmother first introduced her to hand embroidery as a child, and after taking a short course years later she was hooked!

After a lot of experimenting she developed her signature style combining her favourite mediums: tonal pencil drawing with delicate hand embroidery and beading. Susannah’s work is always influenced

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by the wildlife in different locations, her first range “The Botanical Collection” was inspired by Kew Gardens.

Susannah pencil draws onto paper. These designs are printed onto fabric, and she hand embroiders and beads bright highlights of colour into them to create unique pieces of art and decorative cushions. Her designs are also printed onto wallpaper, furnishing fabric and plates.

Susannah draws and embroiders all her work in her studio in Richmond upon Thames. Her cushions and chairs are made to order in London and all printing is carried out in the UK. Available at charltonisland.com with Free UK Delivery.

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Get In Bed With Great British Design With more time at home becoming the norm, interiors across the UK are getting more than their fair share of attention and none more so than the bedroom.

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n recent years, the bedroom has gained popularity as the place to retreat, relax and escape from the rat race. And, these days, we need that more than ever.

If a change would help you to rest better, then a luxurious, new upholstered bed has to be this years’ remedy for a boring bedroom … The feature bed is back!

What’s more, the current economic situation has been challenging manufacturers and creative minds to work together and breathe new life into our interiors, promoting a spirit of teamwork and great British pluck. Exciting collaborations between innovative designers and makers are, currently serving up the best of British design in the face of uncertainty.

One notable recent creative partnership is that of The Headboard Workshop with fabric designer, Charlotte Gaisford. The power pair set about designing the new Puffin Bed over the summer, exchanging ideas, sketches and designs. The outcome? A gloriously cheerful upholstered bed in a beautiful colour palette with feminine curves and modern lines.

“The bed really has become the place in the

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bedroom to stamp your style” says Laura KelwayBamber, creative director at The Headboard Workshop. “There are so many amazing materials on the market now that the sky is the limit. We make more than 18 styles of bed in over 150 plain fabrics or people can send us their own … which is how our relationship with Charlotte Gaisford first came to our attention”.

Laura adds that with the trend for upholstered beds and headboards on the climb in recent years, they have received so many beautiful fabrics from Charlotte Gaisford’s stunning collections for upholstery, that it was high time the two of them got together to do something spectacular.

The result of which is the new Puffin Bed in Sharanshar Green.

Piped in a lively co-ordinating coral colour, the Sharanshar Green pattern is eye catching and pretty, making an exceptionally beautiful bed, its beauty, only outshined by its elevated level of comfort when paired with the Sark Mattress.

We can’t wait to see what else this design duo come up with, but for now, were off to discover the Puffin Bed at theheadboardworkshop.co.uk

“One notable recent creative partnership is that of The Headboard Workshop with fabric designer, Charlotte Gaisford”