Life Magazines (Berkshire editions) May 2019

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spectacle of exceptional racing and high fashion makes Royal Ascot one of the greatest sporting and social events in the world.

Watch the finest racehorses and experience the very best in Flat racing and pageantry and style from an enclosure that best suits

you.

For its 15th and final Show, Wings & Wheels is returning to its original 2005 spot in June! The air show will now take place on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June 2019 at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey (home to BBC’s Top Gear).

The Investec Derby Festival held at Epsom Down’s racecourse, featuring the world’s greatest flat race, is taking place this year on Friday 31 May (Investec Ladies Day) and Saturday 1 June (Investec Derby Day).

The event, widely renowned as one of the biggest social events in the British calendar, promises to attract the best racehorses in Europe as they battle it out for millions of pounds in prize money. The two-day festival, first run in 1780 and now in its 240th year, is attended by thousands of people.

Surrey Hills is one England’s finest landscapes covering a quarter of the County of Surrey. It is a spectacular landscape, rich in wildlife and heritage and a fascinating area to explore offering a range of events, outdoor activities, tastings and festivals.

The stunning Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden opens again in May for a month-long celebration of Surrey Hills. Staged by Surrey Hills Enterprises in partnership with the Surrey Sculpture Society, the event celebrates this beautiful area and showcases local sculptors and artists and the enjoyment of experiencing art within a natural setting.

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Editor Faye Manning ••••• Editor Assistant Katie Miller ••••• Sub Editor Nicholas Peter ••••• Fashion Editor Hazel Englander ••••• account Manager Anita Hill ••••• Design/ Production Lisa Wade ••••• Accounts Kathy Manning, Andree Georgiou ••••• Sales James Marshall ••••• Directors Rory Smith, Patrick Smith

out & about – We put fantastic local businesses and exciting events in the spotlight each month – i ma g e : TH E IN V E ST E C D E RB Y F E STI VA L

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UNTIL 30 MAY

Wharf Weenies Special sessions for our youngest visitors and their grown-ups at Dapdune Wharf. Story time, fun craft activities and a chance to explore the outdoors. Please come suitably dressed for being outdoors and getting messy, and there will be some walking involved.

18 months + Booking essential on 01483 561389 Dapdune Wharf, Wharf Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4RR

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THROUGHOUT MAY

Box Hill - Terrific Tree Trail Follow the trail and find the QR codes to discover fascinating facts about our array of special trees. Booking not needed. Dogs on leads welcome. A National Trust Event.

Box Hill, The Old Fort, Box Hill Road, Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey KT20 7LB

11 MAY

Fundraising Plant Sale at Haslemere Museum The Museum’s annual Plant Sale promises a fabulous selection of perennial and vegetable plants, all at very reasonable prices. It is a lovely opportunity not only to brighten up your garden, but also to help as all proceeds go towards the work of the Museum.

Haslemere Museum, 78 High Street, Haslemere, Surrey GU27 2LA 1 4 M AY 2 0 1 9

4 may

Auto Italia – Italian Car Day Celebrating the UK’s obsession with all things Italian. Expect the site to be bursting with all types of Italian cars (and motorbikes).

Test Hill demonstration will be taking place, in addition to action on the Mercedes-Benz World circuit. In previous years there have been over 200 Ferraris alone! This year there will be just as much to see and do, including many trade and club stands so come early, bring your camera and plan the whole day at Brooklands!

Brooklands Museum, Brooklands Road, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0QN

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UNTIL 3 JUNE

The Ingram Collection: The St Ives School Using The Ingram Collection of Modern British Art, the exhibition will explore the impact of the fishing town of St Ives in West Cornwall, which became a centre for modern and abstract developments in British art from the 1940s to the 1960s. The exhibition will feature works by Barbara Hepworth, Ben Nicholson, Paul Feiler, Terry Frost, Patrick Heron, Roger Hilton, Peter Lanyon and Bryan Wynter. This group show of works by artists from The St Ives School also marks 125 years since Ben Nicholson’s birth in 1894.

The Lightbox, Chobham Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 4AA

National Gardening Week The nation’s biggest celebration of gardening returns for 2019 as we encourage everyone to get involved in grow-your-own.

The theme for this year is Edible Britain, with the RHS calling on gardeners up and down the country to share their love of home-grown produce.

RHS Garden Wisley, Woking, Surrey GU23 6QB

UNTIL 15 may

Moonscapes Head to Watts Gallery for this fascinating exhibition. In the 50th anniversary year of the first moon landing, this exhibition will explore the fascination that artists and scientists have long had with the earth’s closest cosmic neighbour. Bringing together dramatic moonlit landscapes by William Holman Hunt and symbolist paintings of moon goddesses by Evelyn De Morgan with early lunar photography, this exhibition explores the full artistic inspiration that 19thcentury artists found in the moon.

Watts Gallery - Artists’ Village, Down Lane, Compton, Guildford, Surrey GU3 1DQ

11 & 18 may

7, 21 & 28 may

Leith Hill Place - The Garden in Art: drawing & watercolour classes Join artist Jane Allison to explore art in the garden. A class based on drawing and painting the gardens and landscape around Leith Hill Place, including the wonderful Rhododendron Woods. Students will be introduced to various techniques using watercolour and pastel and, weather permitting, enjoy working ‘en plein air’. Book on 07790 476394.

Leith Hill Place, Leith Hill Lane, Leith Hill, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6LY

FRIDAYS IN MAY

Leith Hill Rhododendron woodland walk Enjoy nature’s bright colours and glorious scents. Enjoy a guided walk around the rhododendron wood to see a riot of colour; breath deep of the wonderful sweet scents and marvel at the giant redwood trees.

Leith Hill, Dorking, Surrey RH5 6LY

Vineyard Tour & Tasting Day Visit Albury for a guided tour of the vineyard, located in the picturesque Surrey Hills, and gain an insight into their passion for organic produce, biodynamic viticulture and quality English wine.

Learn about the rise of the English wine scene, and taste their latest award-winning wines.

Albury Vineyard, Silent Pool, Shere Road Albury, Surrey GU5 9BW

8 MAY

Birding walk Hone your birding skills – learning to identify the spring songs and jizz at this busy time of year.

Return to the mill for coffee and cake. Book on 01483 561389 9.30am-11.30am. Price is £3.

Shalford Mill, Shalford, Guildford, Surrey GU4 8BS M AY 2 0 1 9 1 5

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Wings & Wheels 15th & 16th June, Dunsfold Aerodrome, Surrey

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or its 15th and final Show, Wings & Wheels is returning to its original 2005 spot in June! The air show will now take place on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th June 2019 at Dunsfold Aerodrome in Surrey (home to BBC’s Top Gear).

Eyes to the sky as the ‘Wings’ of the event treats visitors to outstanding and diverse 5 hour air displays which include show favourites the Red Arrows, Battle of Britain Memorial Flight (2 x Spitfires), Chinook, Tucano, Tutor, the Tigers Parachute Team and The Blades, accompanied by witty and knowledgeable commentary from aviation experts and display pilots.

The ‘Wings’ of the event would not be complete without a close-up inspection of all the weekend’s visiting aircraft and Dunsfold’s resident Boeing 747 and Brooklands Museum’s VC10 in the ‘Wings Park’

THE DETAILS Tickets start from £24 for adults, £55 for a family (2 adults and 3 children aged 5 – 15yrs), £8 for children aged between 5 and 15yrs and under 5s are free. Hospitality packages start from £199 per person, weekend passes, grandstand tickets and camping are also available. For more information visit www. wingsandwheels.net or to book standard tickets call 08712 305 572 (calls cost 10p per minute plus network extras).

In 2019 Wings & Wheels will be assisting the fundraising efforts of Brooklands Museum Trust and Help for Heroes.

The 15th final Wings & Wheels will be held on Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th June 2019, at Dunsfold Park near Guildford, Surrey, and is open to spectators from 9am until 8pm.

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(open for tours).

You don’t need to be a petrol head to delight in the ‘Wheels’ of the show. Supercars and classic and vintage icons put on an awe-inspiring display of power and speed on the Top Gear track in a 2 hour auto spectacular. The Wheels Zone features interactive displays from clubs and a crowd line parade.

The Military Zone & Parade adds some classic nostalgia as the regal Military Vehicles complete a cavalcade for spectators before taking their place in the Zone’s living history and re-enactment displays.

The 32 acre public arena is bursting with a huge variety of interactive attractions containing all you need for a great family day out. The show arena also boasts go-karts, kit-plane demonstrations, aviation and motoring simulators, military outlets and displays, static aircraft, fairground, emergency services demonstration, over 80 retail outlets selling a wide variety of products and gifts and a craft marquee.

As the last plane touches down the party starts across the arena with a mix of musical entertainment.

Taking the hassle out of your day the show includes added extras to make your experience even more enjoyable; over 20 fixed-price catering outlets, 2 bars, hospitality facilities, free on-site parking, public camping, lost children point, disabled access, cash point, informative show commentary, meet the pilots, official show merchandise and grandstand seating.

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Tuesday 18th – Saturday 22nd June

spectacle of exceptional racing and high fashion makes Royal Ascot one of the greatest sporting and social events in the world. Watch the finest racehorses and experience the very best in Flat racing and pageantry and style from an enclosure that best suits you.

Queen Anne Enclosure With uncompromised views of the racecourse as well as an impressive choice of stylish bars and restaurants, the Queen Anne lawns and terraces are wonderful places at which to soak up the magic of the Royal Meeting. Enjoy an elegant lunch or afternoon tea, view racing’s most elite horses in the Parade Ring, be captivated by world-class racing, and take part in the much-loved singing around the Bandstand.

Tickets: £77 - £90 Ticket-inclusive Fine Dining packages from £298 +VAT per person

Village Enclosure The lively Village Lawns offer some of the best views in the house. Boutique restaurants, pop-up eateries and innovative bars are accompanied by an eclectic mix of music throughout the day. The celebration in The Village continues until 9pm, with live DJs and bands creating an atmosphere like no other. 2019 sees Pips & Henri, London’s most fashionable DJ duo of the moment, along with The Lallas, Madness, Thom Kirkpartick and BBC Radio 1’s Chris Stark among the acts.

Tickets: £69 – £71 Ticket-inclusive Fine Dining packages from £329 +VAT per person

Windsor Enclosure Bring your own picnic and delight at close-up views of the magnificent Royal Procession and exhilarating racing from the Windsor Enclosure lawns. If you’re looking for a relaxed yet vibrant party atmosphere, this unique and sociable enclosure - positioned at the very heart of the racing action - is undoubtedly the place to be.

Tickets: £37 – £56 Book at ascot.co.ukFine Dining 0844 346 3000.

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The Investec Derby Festival

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he Investec Derby Festival held at Epsom Down’s racecourse, featuring the world’s greatest flat race, is taking place this year on Friday 31 May (Investec Ladies Day) and Saturday 1 June (Investec Derby Day). The event, widely renowned as one of the biggest social events in the British calendar, promises to attract the best racehorses in Europe as they battle it out for millions of pounds in prize money. The two-day festival, first run in 1780 and now in its 240th year, is attended by thousands of people.

The 2019 Investec Ladies Day ambassador is the model, presenter and DJ, Vogue Williams. Vogue is a long-standing supporter of the event and will judge the 2019 Style Award on Ladies Day, a muchcoveted title in partnership with ChiChi London.

The Style Award winner will win a luxury trip away for two, a year’s worth of dresses from ChiChi London and a bespoke hat by Jessica Rea Millinery.

Vogue will then bring the day to a close amidst a party atmosphere when she DJs the official after-

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“The 2019 Investec Ladies Day ambassador is the model, presenter and DJ, Vogue Williams.

Vogue is a longstanding supporter of the event and will judge the 2019 Style Award on Ladies Day”

party on the Hyperion Lawn.

Images taken of Vogue, captured at the racecourse are themed around the event’s tagline ‘The Supreme Test of the Racehorse and the Wardrobe’. This emphasises the two key aspects of the festival, the best horses in the world competing on the track and racegoers striving for high style stakes off the track. This year’s fashion shoot was specifically styled using affordable fashion, drawing inspiration from vintage and charity shops as well as the high street to show how racegoers can put together a fabulous outfit at minimal cost.

Vogue said “I’ve absolutely loved the shoot styling this year and it’s inspired me to try to incorporate a bit of vintage into my Investec Ladies Day look, combined with high street fashion to keep it affordable. I’m new to vintage shopping and am definitely ready to start hunting!”

Investec Ladies Day is famous for its celebration of females both on and off the course, combining high style stakes along with attracting some of the top middle-distance 3-year-old fillies in the country for the feature race of the day, The Investec Oaks.

Talking about the Style Awards and atmosphere Vogue added, “I’m really excited to see everyone’s looks. I’ll be searching for the most well put together outfit, from the headwear right down to the shoes. I’m incredibly excited about the day; it’s so much fun from the moment you arrive.”

The Investec Derby sees three-year old colts from across Europe descend to battle it out for the prestigious Investec Derby title. The unique undulations and camber over one and a half miles of the Epsom Downs track makes this the supreme test of the racehorse and is Britain’s richest race worth £1.5million.

Two-time Investec Derby winner Frankie Dettori will also be joining Vogue as an ambassador this year. Britain’s best-loved champion jockey won the race in 2007 on Authorized and 2015 on Golden Horn, and will be looking for a further win in

2019 to add to his triumphant tally. Completing the line-up is Clare Balding, one of the UK’s most prominent sport broadcasters and journalists.

Investec Ladies Day tickets start from £12.50 and Investec Derby Day tickets from £20 for the outer enclosures and £60 and £65 respectively for the Grandstand Enclosure where the Style Awards take place on Investec Ladies’ Day. The Hill is accessible free of charge on both days of the Festival. NEW for 2019 is the Queen’s Stand Lawn, part of the Queen’s Stand Enclosure with views of the horsewalk, a selection of luxurious food and drink options and live music.

For further information on the enclosures and to book tickets please visit www.epsomderby.co.uk or call Epsom Downs Racecourse on 0344 579 3004.

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Dress Up and Get Down for a Celebration of Vintage at Brooklands Museum

The Brooklands Vintage Festival Saturday 18th May 2019, 10am – 9pm Simon Burgess Photography

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he public are urged to dress up in vintage style, step back in time and immerse themselves in nostalgia well into the evening at Brooklands Museum’s annual homage to the 1940s, ‘50s and ‘60s on Saturday 18th May. Live period music in the dance marquee, aircraft and vehicle displays and a well-stocked trade village will mean an unmissable day as the 32 acre site brings together the fashion, music, dancing and vehicles from these great post-war decades of style.

In the dance marquee will be a rolling programme of live music, DJs and FREE dance classes while outside, under the Race Bays will be traders selling everything from clothing and records to homewares, books and magazines. Any ladies wishing to refine their look should head to the Press Hut as a vintage-style hair and make-up parlour will be set up courtesy of Hair That Turns Heads – a troupe of stylists who specialise in recreating the looks and styles from the period. Due to the high demand on the day, they are already taking appointments in advance. To discuss a booking, speak with the team directly on: 07733 383 735 or e-mail: lucy@hairthatturnsheads.co.uk.

Displays of vehicles will include saloons, tourers, vans, motorcycles, hot rods and military which will fill the Paddock, Motoring Village and surrounding areas along with re-enactor groups portraying everything from the Home Guard, RAF and Land Army Girls to civilian and family life adding to the ‘time travelling’ effect. In the skies, the organisers are planning fly-ins of period aircraft*. These will land on the airstrip opposite the Museum entrance at Mercedes-Benz World and visitors will be able to see them up close and meet the pilots.

Special guests on the day include the Vintage Tourists, a couple of globe-trotting gals who write about the very finest places to visit all with a vintage twist. They have been tasked with scouting the site for the best-dressed man and lady at this

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year’s event which culminates in a prize-giving ceremony in the marquee in front of eager crowds.

Also making an appearance will be Studio Harlow: specialising in Hollywood style portraits, they will be setting up a free portrait studio in the Art Deco surroundings of the Ladies Reading Room in the Clubhouse. This will give visitors a chance to capture their inner film star and provide a memorable keepsake of their day.

Brooklands was the world’s first purposebuilt motor racing venue which retains its 1930s appearance and buildings so is a perfect venue for such a nostalgic event as this. As well as the motoring heritage, aircraft production and flying which took place at Brooklands over an 80 year period can be fully explored by visitors as their entry ticket includes access to the incredible Award-Winning Aircraft Factory. Inside, full size sections of aircraft are displayed on ‘assembly lines’ and visitors can try some of the tooling and manufacturing skills used by workers through specially-designed interactive work stations. The centre piece in the factory is ‘R for Robert’, the Brooklands WW2 Wellington Bomber surrounded by artefacts that tell the incredible stories during this period and ‘meet’ some of the pilots, engineers and 14,000 workforce that made Brooklands one of the most productive aviation sites in Europe.

All the aircraft, racing car and motorcycle exhibition areas at the Museum will be open as usual from 10am until 5pm. However, the music and dancing will continue in the marquee until 9pm with a bar and catering to keep visitors sustained. There will be a Family Activity Zone led by the Brooklands Learning Team where children can make their own traditional toy to take home. FREE parking will be available, just follow the event signage on the day. www.brooklandsmuseum.com

THE DETAILS Tickets are available in advance at a discounted rate or on the day: Adults £14.50/£16, Seniors £13.50/£15, Children (5-16 yrs) £8/£9, Family ticket (2 adults and up to 3 children) £38/£42.

Advance discounted tickets are available from the Museum Shop or from www.brooklandsmuseum. com. Dance Classes are included in the entry price. The Concorde Experience is £5 for adults, £3 for children. Rides in the 4D Theatre are £4 for adults, £2 for children. *Bus passenger rides and flying aircraft visits are subject to operational conditions. A minimum donation of £1 per passenger is required for the bus rides.

Brooklands Museum, Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0SL

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The Waterfront Enclosure during Henley Royal Regatta Wednesday 3rd - Saturday 6th July

Like Nowhere Else LONG-TABLE BANQUET MENU Beginning Smoked Garlic Houmous (v) Lime and Green Chilli Yoghurt (v) Smoked Taramasalata Buttermilk Lavash (v) Harissa Marinated Baby Aubergines (v) Honey and Ras el Hanout Carrots, Pomegranate and Almonds (v) Roasted Butter Beans, Dukkah (v)

Middle Spiced Slow Cooked Rib of Beef Citrus and Herb Spatchcock Poussins Jersey Royals (v) Baby Beetroots, Lemon and Horseradish (v)

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aking place over four days, Henley Royal Regatta epitomises and encompasses everything that is great about rowing and our British summertime. However, a day out at Henley Royal Regatta is about so much more as well.

An event that grows from strength to strength each year, hospitality for The Waterfront Enclosure is on sale now. Discover a relaxing location and stylish riverside spot to entertain your guests, positioned overlooking the iconic starting line.

Offering a premium but casual base for your visit to the Regatta, relaxation and attention to detail are the order of the day along with stunning dishes to savour whilst watching the best boat racing in the world.

Our creative four course menu is beautifully presented and inspired by the best of local seasonal flavours to fit perfectly with the summer setting.

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Tender Stem Broccoli, Anchovy Dressing

Finish Chocolate, Orange and Cardamom Tart (v) Kalamansi Citrus Meringue Tart (v) Strawberry and Basil Custard Tart

Great British Cheese Board

With thoughtful wine pairing and impeccable service, this is casual dining at its very best and a winning way to entertain friends, colleagues and clients.

The enclosure boasts a well-stocked contemporary pop up bar supported by The Chase Distillery for easy access all day to the best of British drinks.

Escape the crowds in our luxury riverside garden for a game of croquet or outdoor jenga and don’t miss our resident florist’s ever popular flower crown workshops.

Lovers of jazz can look forward to the return of Go with the Flo for smooth sounds throughout the day, perfect to accompany one of life’s simple pleasures – an afternoon tea in the sunshine.

Tickets are selling fast so see booking information and take advantage of an exclusive reader discount of 10% off. Please quote READER OFFER: SAVE WELCOME10 when booking.

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‘Our guests had a wonderful time. The staff were great and the hostess was excellent, making everyone feel welcome.

Overall it was a brilliant day.

Thank you very much for your efforts, we are already looking forward to next year!’

– Conveyancing Data Services

Package Details: Wednesday 3rd July £249 + vat Thursday 4th July £289 + vat Friday 5th July £299 + vat Saturday 6th July £249 + vat

All packages include: • Unique Canapés • Arrival Champagne & Breakfast Cocktails • Pop-up Bar • Four Couse Long-Table Banquet • Afternoon Tea with a Modern Twist • Impressive Contemporary Structure • Large Garden area for premium viewing of the Rowing • Relaxed Rattan Lounging Area • Exciting Kitchen Theatre • Live Commentary • TV Screen for Wimbledon • Regatta Programme • Free Parking Please contact the designated hospitality team on 01635 200 200 or email hello@thewildfork.co.uk for more details.

The Wild Fork: The Wild Fork is an Event Bar and Kitchen based in rural West Berkshire.

We specialise in creative, contemporary food and providing a bespoke service for all occasions in locations across the United Kingdom, from treasured Grade 1 listed buildings to historic castles, garden marquee weddings, boardrooms, shoot lodges and pop-up restaurants.

The Wild Fork: unique events delivered with fun and friendly professionalism.

Instagram @thewildfork01. www.thewildfork.co.uk

‘We loved it. Food was great, wasn’t too crowded but most importantly the staff were excellent. Nothing was too much trouble and they were incredibly polite. I thought they were very well dressed unique and even your bouncer was probably the coolest guy there.

The music was also good, but it’s the staff that have client interaction and they were great, so well done.’

–Allenby Capital

The Waterfront Enclosure is undoubtedly the best enclosure on the river. Where else could you get a front row seat to the race’s start while being served the most delicious seasonal menu, gorgeous wines and cocktails.

The ambience is chilled, the vibe is cool, the music sets you up for the day. The team make you feel relaxed from the moment you arrive. There really is no reason you would leave this fabulous enclosure and to top it off, a game of croquet is always a giggle.

Whether you are entertaining clients gathering friends together, we cannot recommend The Waterfront Enclosure highly enough!

–Queenie & Belles Events

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Win a great day out at Woburn Safari Park H

Win one of three family tickets for Woburn Safari Park and experience a safari adventure in the parkland of Bedfordshire

ead off on an adventure by car to see endangered and exotic animals in the Road Safari, which is home to animals including tigers, lions, giraffe, rhino and

monkeys.

Be sure to keep your eyes peeled along the way for the new flock of ostrich, a species which has recently returned to the Park this year.

Afterwards, continue your adventure in the Foot Safari, where you can find out more about sea lions, penguins, red pandas, meerkats and meet the adorable lamb and goat kids, among others,

“You can find out more about sea lions, penguins, red pandas, meerkats and meet the adorable lamb and goat kids” alongside enjoying a programme of keeper talks and demonstrations.

Don’t forget to factor in time to hop on board the Great Woburn Railway, which will take you to meet and feed the ten-strong, friendly alpaca herd at the newest animal attraction, Alpaca Outpost.

If you’re bringing along your own little monkeys, besides seeing the animals, there are plenty of fun activities in the Leisure Area that can be enjoyed as part of your ticket price. Blow off some steam in the brand new Jungle Jamboree outdoor adventure playground, complete with an array of obstacles, musical instruments and animal-themed climbing activities, or in the indoor soft play area, the Mammoth Play Ark. Once you’re ready to take things down a notch, peddle across Swan Lake on the new fleet of swan and dragon boats.

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To be in with a chance of winning a family ticket for one of these great events, just answer the question below: Which species has recently returned to Woburn Safari Park?

• Tigers • Lemurs • Ostrich Send your answer along with your name and postal address via email to abi@fishmediagroup.co.uk no later than 30th May. Please title your email “Life Magazines: Surrey / Woburn Safari Park” Terms and conditions: Three winners will receive a family ticket (each valid for two adults and two children for one day admission, within a period of six months from the date of issue). The winner will be selected at random on the closing date and the editor’s decision is final. The prize is nontransferable and there is no cash alternative. If you are under 16 please ask an adult to supervise your entry. Please note: Woburn Safari Park is only accessible by car.

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A new development of luxury holiday lodges in the beautiful Surrey Downs

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scape to Surrey’s most exclusive holiday home address at Edgeley Holiday Park.

Tucked away within 26 acres of beautiful landscaped English woodland, you’ll delight in picturesque countryside and long scenic walks across the dramatic North and South Downs.

Onsite you have a number of activities to keep the whole family happy, including a well-equipped gym, tennis court, and a heated indoor swimming pool complete with sauna – not to mention indulgent evenings watching the sun go down from your very own private hot tub!

Edgeley Holiday Park is just 45 minutes’ away from Central London and Gatwick airport, so if you wish to go further afield Edgeley is the ideal base for your adventures. Children will also be delighted to find that many of the UK’s leading theme parks including Legoland, Thorpe Park and Chessington World of Adventures are close by. It’s the perfect sanctuary to escape to for a long weekend, whether you want to relax and unwind or explore to your heart’s content.

If this sounds like a dream come true, then look no further than our brand new development of eight luxury holiday lodges: Meadow Way. Nestled in woodlands adjacent to the sweeping fields of the Surrey Hills, our new development offers the

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biggest plots on the park, able to accommodate 990 sqft homes, within extensive landscaped grounds.

Each home is fully furnished in the price and comes with a large decked area, fully landscaped, and a dedicated parking space.

Plus, having a luxury lodge at Edgeley means that it could pay to share when you’re not there.

Subletting your lodge when you’re not using it could offset your running costs and it may even help you earn an extra income. We work closely with tour operators such as Hoseasons to ensure that we attract thousands of holidaymakers each year eager to rent high quality homes on stunning new developments such as Meadow Way. Our fully managed sublet scheme will take all the stresses away from you – you simply decide when you want to rent out your lodge and we will do the rest.

But hurry – there’s just a few left, so give our ownership team a call on 01483 202129 today to book a viewing or for more information visit edgeley-country.co.uk.

“It’s the perfect sanctuary to escape to for a long weekend, whether you want to relax and unwind or explore to your heart’s content”

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A Gallery Resurrected Coalminer turned illustrator, painter and caricaturist back in the limelight as trustees set out plan to guarantee gallery’s future

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£42,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund will help secure the future of a unique archive of more than 800 works of art that have lain quietly in a Surrey village hall for more than 60 years.

The award, the result of a highly competitive campaign by the Sidney Sime trustees, will bring the talents of this extraordinary Victorian/Edwardian artist back into the limelight as they create a sustainable programme of funding and management to ensure that his legacy is preserved for the enjoyment and fascination of future generations.

Appropriately entitled A Gallery Resurrected, the campaign finally met success just before Easter.

Built in 1956 from the proceeds of the sale of the nearby family home, the Worplesdon Memorial Hall (www.sidneysimegallery.org.uk) houses all 800 of Sidney H Sime’s (1865-1941) artworks, as well as letters, books and personal memorabilia in his wife Mary’s possession, as a permanent memorial for future heritage, conservation, enjoyment and interest.

Subsequent acquisitions include personal letters and 36 caricatures of local men who frequented the New Inn pub nearby whom Sime drew.

A career as an artist, caricaturist, humourist, scholar, philosopher and illustrator must have seemed an impossible dream for the povertystricken young man from Manchester who spent his early years down coalmines, but his extraordinary imagination and raw talent led to him becoming a renowned illustrator of books and magazines following formal training at Liverpool School of Art. Sime was patronised by wealthy aristocrats Lord Dunsany (book illustration) and Lord Howard de Walden (Theatre design), and his unique 3 2 M AY 2 0 1 9

style, reminiscent of Blake, Rackham, Dulac and Beardsley reflects a fascination for the works of Edgar Allan Poe. The legacy is important as a valuable international resource for research by experts with many articles in illustrated magazines and books available for examination. Art UK have catalogued and published all 132 of his oil paintings.

Trustee Mary Broughton expressed thanks to local groups who had supported the endeavour, including Guildford and West Surrey Area Arts Society, the Friends of Guildford House and Surrey Museums Committee.

“This is the most wonderful news after many months of hard work and working closely with HF,” she added. “It is the catalyst we needed to take the gallery into the 21st century and crucially, to explore the possibilities of how to promote the wonderful variety of artworks we have by this amazing and talented artist, yet little known still by many.

“The gallery must be placed on a sound footing with professional advisors and Lawyers to guide us in this process to ensure as trustees, we can create a sustainable future.”

“This is the most wonderful news after many months of hard work and working closely with HF”

FEATURE

Discover Kings View, at the heart of the St George’s Hill Estate A luxury home that puts wellness first

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ew to the market in the exclusive gated community of St George’s Hill is the breathtaking Aspire property Kings View.

This 11,500 sq. ft residence has been designed with a focus on wellness, so it’s the ideal home for people who like to look after themselves while enjoying the finer things.

Set in the middle of leafy Surrey, it’s the ideal location for people who want the best of the countryside without being too far from the action.

Direct road and train routes mean London’s less than an hour away. There’s a reason this Estate is in such high demand.

The house is a showcase for Aspire’s legendary attention to detail and quality, and has been designed and built by skilled craftsmen using the finest materials. Bespoke joinery, oak and limestone flooring, rich carpets, high ceilings and natural light give a sense of grandeur and style. Kings View is built to last, and it shows. According to Aspire’s founder, Gary Brine: “Kings View delivers the best of everything: location, quality, style and substance.

We’re extremely proud of what we’ve achieved.”

Running over three floors, this extraordinary home features six bedrooms, three reception rooms and an open-plan kitchen and living area. A master suite on the first floor includes twin bathrooms and dressing rooms and beautiful views from the full-height southfacing windows. There’s also a study, prep kitchen and separate staff or guest accommodation.

The first thing you notice as you step inside is the magnificent floating spiral staircase, which rises the full height of the home. This feature, like many

“The house is a showcase for Aspire’s legendary attention to detail and quality”

others, is a unique element that’s bespoke to Kings View – no cookie-cutter design here.

Kings View has been designed for Hamptonsstyle indoor/outdoor entertaining. So the elegant landscaped 1.25-acre grounds feature a 14m heated infinity pool and an expansive south-facing terrace designed with summer cocktail parties in mind.

The garden’s far-reaching views overlook the beautiful St. George’s Hill Golf Club, while the mature trees surrounding the property give a sense of seclusion and privacy.

As well as the pool, a state-of-the-art gym and adjacent juice bar provide plenty of encouragement to work out. Not forgetting the world-famous golf and lawn tennis clubs on the doorstep.

This home boasts the latest in security and automated home management technology, and has been built with sustainability in mind, with low voltage lighting, air filtration and high-grade insulation throughout.

To find out more, please call 01372 621162 or visit www.aspireluxuryproperties.com.

Aspire Luxury Properties Extraordinary homes for extraordinary people.

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FEATURE

Step into the most exciting school in England “We have had four children through the public school system and I think that Hurtwood House is the only one which has really delivered what it promised”

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lthough it has all the facilities of a typical public school, Hurtwood House specialises exclusively in the sixth form and the age range 16-18. Changing schools at 16 opens up a whole new world of fresh experiences and challenges and provides the perfect steppingstone between school and university.

Hurtwood House is young, exciting and dynamic and, most importantly of all, it is exceptionally creative with drama, media, art, textiles, dance, music and singing to die for.

Famous former students include Oscar-winner Hans Zimmer (music for Gladiator, Rain Main, Lion King) and Golden Globe winner Emily Blunt (The Devil Wears Prada, Gideon’s Daughter) and watch out for Hollywood hot-tip Jack Huston (Factory Girl). Zara Brownless (winner of the first Young Apprentice). But marvellous as the performing and creative arts are, this school is definitely not a one-trick pony. It also caters for the budding entrepreneur, doctor, lawyer, architect, etc etc etc with a range of subjects which, though less eyecatching, are no less successful and inspirational.

Small wonder, then, that the world is beating a path to Hurtwood’s door, and one of the first things to strike visitors is that it has a completely different “campus” feel about it – not like school at all. That’s because there are no juniors – everybody here is 16+ and they all join after they have taken their GCSE’s.

In many ways, it defies definition - more public school than sixth form college, but smaller and less institutional – more boutique than department store.

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to be in one public school, and so many boys and girls are now ready at 16 for a fresh challenge and a more stimulating life. A lot of parents agree wholeheartedly. As one satisfied customer puts it: “We have had four children through the public school system and I think that Hurtwood House is the only one which has really delivered what it promised.”

Indeed, Hurtwood has a file of letters as thick as your arm from grateful parents, and clearly what they appreciate most is that Hurtwood has given their children the confidence to cope with anything in life and has fired up their enthusiasm. “Her mind was turned on,” says one, “and her appetite for learning is voracious. I want you to know that you lit the fuse.”

Who could ask for anything more?

THE DETAILS Hurtwood House, Holmbury St Mary, Nr Dorking, Surrey RH5 6NU Tel: 01483 279000 www.hurtwoodhouse.com

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BEAUTIFUL BOATS

BY PETER FREEBODY & CO

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estled in the heart of the commuter belt between Henley and Marlow lies a little piece of river heaven. Leafy lanes around the idyllic village of Hurley lead to a boatyard on the banks of the River Thames.

This is the home of Peter Freebody & Co who, with a family history on the Thames traced back to the 13th Century, are possibly one of the oldest boatbuilding names in the world.

Today, in addition to the restoration of every conceivable style of traditional boat – dinghies, electric canoes, steam launches and saloon launches – Peter Freebody & Co specialize in the building of sublime luxury wooden river and lake launches which are handcrafted in their riverside workshops in Hurley.

Whether you already own a boat which needs

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restoration or maintenance, or are considering a first venture into boat ownership – either new or second hand – Peter Freebody & Co can offer advice, expertise and quality craftsmanship built over the experience of decades, together with moorings on one of the prettiest stretches of the Thames, and full services in the way of maintenance, engineering and winter storage, for the most relaxing boating experience. www.peterfreebody.com. 01628 824382.

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Unique Dishes From Around The Globe “Their recently introduced cocktail menu features the likes of a Spicy Margarita, French Martini and a very interesting sweet cocktail”

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ow approaching their ninth month of operations, Seven Bluebirds in Esher, is still keeping things very interesting in the local food scene with their innovative menus, fresh food cooking and high quality dining experience, all at an affordable price.

“In order to keep our regulars, and new comers, interested and coming back for more, we spend a lot of time coming up with dishes that are not only unique to the the local dining scene, but also interesting twists on some of the classics” says owner Daryl. Case in point: the Chickpea & Aubergine Curry. A vegan dish on their dinner menu that uses pan fried gnocchi as opposed to rice as the carrier. It’s in keeping with their philosophy of thinking outside the box, and bringing unique dishes from around the globe into Esher. Something Daryl attributes to his numerous years working in high end hotels and restaurants around the world. Think Chicken & Waffles on their brunch menu, Beef Barbacao Tacos on the lunch menu and countless internationally inspired items on the Dinner menu.

This independent restaurants’ “outside the box” thinking is not only confined to the the food offering. Their recently introduced cocktail menu features the likes of a Spicy Margarita, French Martini and a very interesting sweet cocktail. “My Jam” incorporating egg white, orgeat syrup and vodka along with, of all things, raspberry jam. All priced at a very reasonable £8.

When asked what the coming months hold for Seven Bluebirds, Daryl was quick to point out

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some interesting new additions to the menu, as well as some old favourites from last August when they first opened. “Our take on the classic Prawn Cocktail as well as a Gazpacho were incredibly popular last summer, so much so that many of our regulars have insisted that they return to the menu.

We’re constantly thinking up new ideas that keep interest peaked, as well as menu items that you wouldn’t normally find in the immediate area.” He goes on to mention that with Spring now in full swing, diners can expect new seasonal dishes that he is confident cannot be found anywhere within a 10 miles radius of Esher....he hinted at a Moroccan inspired, 48 hour braised Lamb Breast.

Seasonal menu changes, along with a fabulous Breakfast, Lunch, Afternoon Tea, and Weekend Brunch (including free flowing proseccco on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays), all professionally served in a beautiful, unpretentious space seems to be keeping Seven Bluebirds firmly in the minds of diners in the area looking for something a little different than what the chain restaurants have on offer. Don’t take our word for it though, try them out. You wont be disappointed.

Menus and reservations available at: www.sevenbluebirds.co.uk

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Women in Photography: A History of British Trailblazers Until 2 June 2019 This new and unique Lightbox exhibition will for the first time in over 30 years present a comprehensive historical survey of the achievements of female photographers working in Britain. From the early innovations of Anna Atkins through to Dorothy Bohm’s documentation of 1960s London, through to the contemporary self-portraiture of Sarah Lucas in the 1990s – Britain has cultivated a long tradition of trailblazing women whose significant contribution to the medium will be recognised in this exhibition.

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omen in Photography: A History of British Trailblazers will feature around 70 works including Turner Prize winners and nominees and Venice biennale exhibitors such as Helen Sear, Sam Taylor-Johnson, Hannah Collins, Gillian Wearing and Jane and Louise Wilson. The works featured will date from the mid-19th century through to 2009 and will chart progressions in style, techniques and popular subject matter. Early notable photographers include Julia Margaret Cameron, Lady Hawarden and Queen Alexandra. Works have been generously lent by many leading museums and galleries including by Her Majesty The Queen from the Royal Collection, Tate, Victoria & Albert Museum, Arts Council Collection, British Council Collection, National Portrait Gallery, Scottish National Portrait Gallery and Lee Miller Archive.

The works will be presented chronologically and visitors will be transported on a whistle-stop journey of the history of female photography. There will be five key themes running throughout this story: ‘Photographic Processes’ as demonstrated by Anna Atkins, Susan Derges and Joy Gregory. ‘Staging the Scene’ where artists create a narrative with their compositions which will be represented by artists such as Emma Barton, Eveleen Myers and Mitra Tabrizian. ‘Photo Journalism’ is a theme which starts from the early 1900s with Olive Edis through to Edith Tudor-Hart, Lee Miller, Grace Robertson and Val Wilmer. ‘Interiors and Spaces’ will reflect on women’s role and position within society and will also include some personal, often psychological responses from the artist. This will be demonstrated by photographers such as Sirkka-Liisa Konttinnen, Hannah Starkey, Jane and Louise Wilson and Sam Taylor-Johnson. ‘Race and Representation’ will explore issues of diversity and inclusion as represented by Gabriella Sancisi, Sonia Boyce, Joy

Gregory, Suki Dhanda, Maud Sulter, Shirley Baker, Val Wilmer and Jane England.

To complement the photographs on display, Professor Jean Wainwright from the University of Creative Arts has compiled new and archival interviews with a selection of the artists included in the exhibition. The interviews will be installed as sound compilations, as conversations directly referring to the artists’ individual photographs on display. Professor Wainwright will chair a talk and panel discussion ‘Her Stories in Photography’ at The Lightbox on 30 May in collaboration with Fast Forward Women in Photography at University for the Creative Arts. The exhibition is part of an ongoing international campaign to bring pioneering women photographers to a wider audience and expose the discrimination of working in a male dominated world. The exhibition is generously supported by a Jonathan Ruffer Curatorial Research Grant from Art Fund and a grant from The Arts Society.

Women in Photography: A History of British Trailblazers will be on show at The Lightbox in Woking, Surrey, until 2 June 2019. The exhibition will be accompanied by a selection of engaging talks and tours. For further information please visit thelightbox.org.uk.

Left to right: Strawberry Girl, late 1800s, Emma Barton © Victoria and Albert Museum, London; Queen Alexandra, when Princess of Wales, Collage design, c.1866-9 (album photographic prints pasted onto a design on card), Royal Collection Trust / © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II 2018; Urania from the series Zabat, 1989, Maud Sulter © The Estate of Maud Sulter courtesy of National Galleries of Scotland

FEATURE

SHERE COMPANY WINS GOLD SURREY HILLS AWARD

THE DETAILS For more information contact Ella Driscoll at ella@sherekitchens.co.uk

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here craftsmen who bring kitchen dreams to life have won a gold award from Surrey Hills Enterprises at this year’s presentation ceremony.

The awards are for companies holding the Surrey Hills Trade Mark that excel in their collaboration with other businesses, improve environmental sustainability and conserve the Surrey Hills.

Shere Kitchens won gold because they pledge to plant special elm trees for every one of their bespoke kitchens. Four special elm trees were planted at the Clandon Woods Nature Reserve in November 2018 to help provide a wildlife corridor for the endangered White-Letter Hairstreak butterfly.

Ann Moriarty, the creator of the original awards concept said: “The Trade Mark Surrey Hills promotes the best of what Surrey has to offer and celebrates those organisations that share the values of supporting the local environment”.

The Gold Trade Mark Surrey Hills was awarded to Shere Kitchens and to Clandon Wood Nature Reserve & Natural Burial Ground. The Award recognises their collaboration and active support for nature conservation connecting two populations of the rare butterfly.

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Right: The High Sheriff of Surrey Dr Jim Glover presenting the Gold Awards to Ella Driscoll of Shere Kitchens and Simon Ferrar from Clandon Wood Nature Reserve

Ella Driscoll from Shere Kitchens based at Burrows Lea, Shere, said: “We absolutely love working with wood. Our kitchen units celebrate the beauty of wood, so planting trees is entirely appropriate. We wanted to do something to enhance the Surrey Hills and its landscape. We are so lucky to live and work here.”

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Celebrating Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

SURREY HILLS SCULPTURE GARDEN & ARTS FESTIVAL Birtley Estate, Bramley GU5 OLB, Saturday 4th May – Sunday 2nd June 10am – 4.30pm

THE DETAILS Find out more and Book ahead www.surreyhills.org.

You don’t have to specify the day and the ticket entitles you to visit as often as you like over the month. £7 on-line or £8 on the day. Under 12’s free. Free parking. Café with cream teas and light refreshments or bring your own picnic. Demonstrations, workshops and courses for children and adults Tickets also available from Guildford Tourist Information Centre www.tickets.visitguildford.com 01483 444334 155 High Street, Guildford GU1 3AJ

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urrey Hills is one England’s finest landscapes covering a quarter of the County of Surrey. It is a spectacular landscape, rich in wildlife and heritage and a fascinating area to explore offering a range of events, outdoor activities, tastings and festivals.

The stunning Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden opens again in May for a month-long celebration of Surrey Hills. Staged by Surrey Hills Enterprises in partnership with the Surrey Sculpture Society, the event celebrates this beautiful area and showcases local sculptors and artists and the enjoyment of experiencing art within a natural setting It is one of the largest ephemeral sculpture trails in Surrey with an inspiring new range of over 160 high quality sculptures from talented artists using a range of materials and themes. The sculptures are

Fantastic Festivals celebrating the Surrey Hills

set within the beautiful landscape of woodlands, meadows and lakeside in the gardens of Birtley Estate in Bramley.

It makes a great day out for all the family with refreshments on site or bring your own picnic and enjoy the beautiful surroundings, the high-quality sculptures and the woodland trail and lakeside walk for as long as you wish.

Combine your visit with a craft workshop or demonstration. A Marquee located on the lakeside meadow holds an indoor exhibition and provides a base for visitors during the day.

The Arts Festival weekend - Sat 25th, Sun 26th and Monday 27th May Located within the Surrey Hills Sculpture Garden, artist Ruth Wheeler will be joined by local artisans to showcase wood sculpting, pyrography, life drawing, printing, children’s art, yoga, willow weaving and lots more.

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Surrey Hills Food & Drink Festival Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th September 2019 A fantastic Festival in the stunning grounds of Denbies Wine estate in the centre of the Surrey Hills.

Surrey Hills Challenge Sunday 22nd September 2019 A walking and running event inspiring people of all ages and abilities to run or walk the Surrey Hills. Organised by Rutland Management Ltd Surrey Hills Wood Fair, Cranleigh Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th October 2019 Celebrating all that’s Good about Wood in the beautiful setting of woodland and meadows with lots of hands on activities

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Real Shopping & Dairy Dolls I Take a browse around Lavender Goose in Gomshall t’s always a joy to discover a local independent shop that’s just that little bit different.

Old school browsing – that’s where you can see, touch, and even smell products– has always been the remit of gift and lifestyle store Lavender Goose in Gomshall. Once an“add-on” to a large tearoom, the shop is now the main event, spread over 2 floors of a former Victorian inn.

There’s still a cosy café serving excellent coffee and enhancing the “Real Shopping” experience created by owner Jane Radford.

With an eclectic mix of fashion, accessories, homewares and soft furnishings Lavender Goose is the perfect one stop shop for thoughtful purchases.

With discerning customers always looking for the unique – preferably with a Fair Trade or artisan provenance - Jane certainly rises to the challenge.

“Every year we find new ethically produced products and UK designers - it’s no coincidence these become our best sellers” says Jane.” Fair Trade brands such as Nkuku, Dassie, Namaste and Jarapa are always in stock and it’s good to know those sales benefit everyone.”

It’s so easy to pick up a “little something” seasonally fashionable at Lavender “One of our favourite Uk designed brands is One Hundred Stars” Jane tells us. She discovered them long before Nigella Lawson caused a buying frenzy wearing their Venice Map Gown on TV. This year’s Kew Garden collaboration range is a stunner – “this rail has the biggest Ooh Aah factor “ laughs Jane.

The inspiring and artfully curated displays at Lavender Goose turn a quick wander around the

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store’s into a more rewarding experience as you picture the same effects at home. “We love helping people be creative, talking to customers about where their purchases will end up” says Jane The shop’s artwork range often causes several trips for cake and coffee while customers consider the perfect picture although it transpires anything featuring cows often sells before it reaches the walls.

Choosing small and precious gifts demands the hands-on approach. The beautiful Tales From The Earth jewellery range at Lavender Goose is a joy to choose from with beautifully designed and packaged silver pieces that say just the right thing. “Sharing precious sentiments without sentimentality” as Jane says.

Candles and cushions, baskets and bracelets, mugs and monkeys ( yes, monkeys currently pop up all over Lavender Goose but of course they’re not real) – there’s lots to see including a fabulous new faux flower florist and gardenalia “department” on the first floor. “Customers often say they could stay all day” Jane tells us. It really is one of those magical shops - you could swear something had just appeared that wasn’t there minutes before.

“It’s an endless challenge finding new things” Jane tells us “but I have great chats with our customers, I get a good feel for what they like - and they spur me on! Our Subscriber List is also a good way to stay in touch and members enjoy special offers regular discounts, competitions - even the occasional free cake and coffee.”

55 Station Road, Gomshall GU5 9NP. 01483 202433

“With an eclectic mix of fashion, accessories, homewares and soft furnishings Lavender Goose is the perfect one stop shop for thoughtful purchases”

Top left: Kew Passion Flower Kimono from One Hundred Stars Top right: Quirky and Fair Trade home decor by Nkuku Above: The Dairy Dolls are a popular trio Below: The Life Necklace from Tales From The Earth

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LAVENDER GOOSE An inspiring selection of gifts, home decor and fashion accessories from around the world with plentiful free parking and deli cafe.

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Find the Lavender Goose at 55 Station Road, Gomshall GU5 9NP and on Facebook www.lavendergoose.co.uk Telephone 01483 202433

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UK’s first Vineyard Hotel to open at Denbies Wine Estate summer 2019

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n September 2018 the construction work on England’s first Vineyard Hotel began.

The hotel will be located in the middle of the Denbies’ vineyard and offers 17 en-suite rooms with a new restaurant and bar area. This is the first vineyard hotel in the UK and with Denbies’ commitment to establish best practice in green-tourism, the architect has sought to adopt some of the best measures to achieve carbon neutral status, reducing the impact on the environment and blending the hotel building into the natural surroundings of the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the North Downs.

The Vineyard Hotel will have subtle references

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to its’ prime location in the heart of the Surrey Hills wine country. Warm natural bark walls will line the reception entrance leading through into the stunning Orangery with far reaching views over the vineyard. Bespoke barrel crafted furniture will contribute to the origins of the working winery. The open landscape garden will feature two cabanna style seating areas where guests will be able to enjoy local cheeses and charcuterie accompanied by the wine made and produced on the estate.

The vineyard offers 7 miles of public footpath which includes part of the North Downs Trail, 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 has been at the forefront of wine tourism in England since the estate opened in 1986 and as the reputation of English wine continues to grow, and wine tourism is an integral part of communicating this message loud and clear.

Denbies is very proud to be part of a new collaboration of multi-award winning vineyards all within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This collection of top producers, Denbies Wine Estate, Albury, High Clandon, Greyfriars and Chilworth Manor, all within easy reach of each other, offer guests a fantastic experience –beautiful locations and a warm welcome. Each vineyard excels in producing outstanding wines, ranging from exquisite English sparklings, through still white and rosé wines, to sumptuous sweet wine. Vineyards of the Surrey Hills was created to celebrate the excellence of wines grown in this unique area.

Nurtured on the chalky limestone hills with the same geology as that of the Champagne region, these vineyards have a unique location and represent the very pinnacle of quality in the increasinglysuccessful English wine industry, having won top international awards for their wines and wine tourism.

The official launch of ‘Vineyards of the Surrey Hills’ is taking place on 8thand 9th June 2019.

To celebrate the formation of this new English wine region, each vineyard will host unique experiences to delight visitors. For details on Vineyards of the Surrey Hills please visit www.surreyhillsvineyards.co.uk

“Denbies is very proud to be part of a new collaboration of multi-award winning vineyards all within the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty”

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n the flurry of activity leading up to the ‘big day’, reviewing Wills is not considered a priority and is often overlooked and left unresolved for some time. This can have unfortunate consequences.

‘It is important to appreciate that marriage or remarriage will automatically revoke any existing Will that you have in place.’

We recommend that you include on your to-do list making a Will which is prepared either: • ‘in contemplation’ of the marriage so it is not revoked by the subsequent marriage; or • After the wedding, but this is understandably a risky approach.

If you die without a valid Will in place the intestacy rules apply, which set out who will benefit from your estate. This could lead to some undesirable results, particularly if it is your second marriage. Children from a previous marriage may not inherit from your estate as you would wish.

This could lead to potentially unexpected and unwelcome claims against your estate. Tensions may arise between the competing and conflicting interests of those expecting to benefit, such as children from a previous marriage (or relationship) and the new spouse.

Preparing a Will can avoid leaving your family in this uncomfortable situation. For couples who have children from a previous marriage you could consider including a type of trust in your Will which balances the competing needs to provide for your current spouse (and perhaps young children from the new marriage), whilst also treating any children from a previous marriage fairly. This can be done through providing your new spouse with the ability or right to use and enjoy your assets during their lifetime, but on their death they can then be divided fairly between all of your children. This is

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just one way in which a Will is helpful in structuring your assets and protecting them when entering a new marriage and ensuring that your wealth passes according to your wishes.

Lasting Power of Attorney (‘LPA’) You should also review any existing powers of attorney. A power of attorney allows a person or people you choose and trust to make decisions for you in the event that you are no longer able to do so. There two types being a: • Property and Financial Affairs LPA; or • Health and Welfare LPA. LPA’s allows you to choose the people that you trust to make decisions about your finances, or ongoing health and welfare decisions, such as consenting to or refusing life-sustaining treatment on your behalf. You can also appoint trusted individuals to manage your financial affairs on your behalf. Quite often people will appoint their spouse as an attorney. Unlike Wills, powers of attorney are not revoked by divorce or remarriage and therefore they will need to be updated to remove any former spouse.

‘Who would want a former spouse or partner making personal decisions about matters such as life support or refusing medical treatment, especially if it was an acrimonious divorce’? ‘ Do you want them to have control over finances, which no doubt you spent a lot of time negotiating upon’?

We would always hope that these issues outlined above would not apply to us but it is important not to leave these matters to chance. If you would like to discuss any of the matters raised then contact us.

Julie Man, Head of Private Wealth 01932 590643 julie.man@mundays.co.uk www.mundays.co.uk

“LPA’s allows you to choose the people that you trust to make decisions about your ongoing finances, or health and welfare decisions”

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Why moving in together means preparing for the worst T here is an increasingly common scenario that I see which goes as follows: a couple who are not married have decided to live together and wish to purchase a house. For various reasons, one party provides a greater contribution to the purchase of the property (and in some cases, the only contribution), usually supported by a mortgage for the balance.

The property is purchased in joint names with no declaration regarding shares or ownership. Time passes on, the relationship ends and the couple separate. At this point, the party providing the greater investment is shocked to learn that their contributions are not accounted for and that their share of the property is a simple 50%.

So what’s going on?

When purchasing a property in joint names, there are two ways in which you can own the property: as Joint Tenants or as Tenants in Common.

If you hold the property as Joint Tenants, you each own the whole of the property together. If one of you were to die, the survivor would inherit the property regardless of the contents of any Will.

This is often seen as a benefit which protects your loved one from having to jointly own a property with your beneficiaries should the unexpected happen. However, it does not take into account contributions and the view of the Court is that there is a presumption to own the property equally.

This means when it’s time to separate, each party will usually be considered to own half the property.

If you hold the property as Tenants in Common, you each have defined separate ‘shares’ in the property. You can define the respective percentages owned by each of you and your ‘share’ of the property will pass in accordance with your Will.

So how do I protect myself ?

Whilst separation is the last thing you want to be discussing when purchasing a property, it is important to have the ‘what if ?’ conversation before you buy. If you are putting down a greater deposit, or are expecting to pay a greater share of the mortgage payments, it may be worthwhile considering how you wish to reflect this in your ownership of the property – especially if the funds are coming from a third party (such as parents loaning deposit monies).

Provided you hold the property as Tenants in Common, you can record your respective shares in the property in a legal document called a Declaration of Trust or Deed of Trust. This document would set out how any sale proceeds are to be split in the event that you separate, which can be as simple or as complex as required.

I’ve already bought my property – is it too late?

Even if you’ve purchased your property, you can still take steps to protect yourself by preparing a Declaration of Trust and, if necessary, changing from Joint Tenants to Tenants in Common. This will require the agreement of the other party however, so it is best to approach this when the relationship is still amicable.

We’re separated. We previously agreed I would own a greater share but now my ex-partner wants 50% - is there anything I can do?

The Court has the power to determine the respective shares each party owns in a property where there is a disagreement. However, such cases can be complex and require evidence. The Court is primarily concerned with the parties’ intention at the time of purchase, and if the property was purchased as Joint Tenants or as Tenants in Common with 50% shares each this will be evidence to the intention of an equal split. If you are concerned about the ownership of your property, it is always best to take legal advice.

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Brian Fraser is a Solicitor at K J Smith Solicitors. Brian acts for clients in relation to all aspects of family law, including matrimonial, children and cohabitation disputes.

His focus is on providing clear advice to clients to ensure the best outcome.

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At K J Smith Solicitors, we offer a free initial 45-minute appointment to give you the opportunity to speak to us, before deciding if you wish to proceed in instructing us to act on your behalf. To arrange your free appointment, please contact us today on 01344 513 000 (Ascot) 01491 630 000 (Henley on Thames) 0118 418 1000 (Woodley, Reading) 0118 418 1200 (Central Reading) 01753 325 000 (Windsor) 01256 584 000 (Basingstoke) 01483 370 100 (Guildford) 01494 629 000 (Beaconsfield) 01235 375 500 (Abingdon)

www.kjsmith.co.uk

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THE LOST WORDS AT GATTON PARK I

nspired by evidence that children are no longer using words like ‘dandelion’ and ‘kingfisher’, award-winning author Robert Macfarlane and illustrator Jackie Morris, have created The Lost Words.

Gatton Park is supporting Lost Words for Surrey, a campaign to have a copy of the book in every primary school in the county. www.lostwordsforsurrey.co.uk

About The Lost Words In 2007 a well-known children’s dictionary, using established algorithms, found that children were no longer using words such as ‘acorn’, ‘conker’ and ‘otter’, instead words such as chatroom and blog were becoming increasingly popular. Reflecting this usage, and with a finite amount of space in the dictionary, these nature-based words were taken out to make space for those more commonly used words.

Children were no longer talking about nature.

By way of an answer to this, award winning author Robert Macfarlane and award winning author and illustrator Jackie Morris, got together to create a book celebrating these missing words.

The book explores twenty words including ‘kingfisher’, ‘heather’ and ‘newt’, each word has its own magicalacrostic spell and beautiful illustration.

The hope is that The Lost Words will recapture children’s imaginations and stir in them a love and appreciation of wild places, plants and animals.

In a 2008 National Trust survey, only a third of 8-11 year olds could name a magpie, and in a paper published in Science magazine, a group of 11 year olds had 80% accuracy at identifying Pokemon

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“In a 2008 National Trust survey, only a third of 8-11 year olds could name a magpie”

characters, and only 50% accuracy at identifying common species of British plants and animals.

With evidence of an increasing disconnect between children and nature, it is more important than ever that they know and understand these words. If children do not feel connected to the natural world, they won’t feel concerned about it. If we can inspire a love of nature at a young age, it will last a lifetime!

There have been several crowd-funding campaigns up and down the UK to raise enough money to get The Lost Words into schools. There is an illustrated map showing the areas where this has been successfully achieved. We would love to make Surrey part of this amazing movement. As well as the book, each school will receive a copy of ‘An Explorer’s Guide to the Lost Words’, a teaching resource which overlaps with the National Curriculum.

Gatton Park, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0TW. events@gatton-park.org.uk. www.gattonpark.com

About Gatton Community Theatre Unique in this part of Surrey, Gatton Community Theatre specialises in innovative theatre arts, offering the opportunity for Surrey audiences to experience highly original productions in exciting or unexpected venues.

Its standards of excellence and policy of inclusiveness gives amateur performers, regardless of age, experience or background, the opportunity to work with professional directors and technicians to produce theatre events which involve, engage and inspire as many participants from the local community as possible.

GCT are grateful to The Gatton Trust and the Royal Alexandra & Albert School Foundation for their continued co-operation and support.

The Gatton Trust Registered Charity 1101467

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A sparkling launch weekend for vineyards of the Surrey Hills

A celebration of local vineyards offering outstanding wines, beautiful views and a warm welcome. Five leading vineyards, based in the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, announce their inaugural weekend of festivities June 8th – 9th 2019 to celebrate the formation of a new English wine region: ‘Vineyards of the Surrey Hills’

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new collaboration of five multi-award winning vineyards have announced a special launch weekend on 8th and 9th June 2019, to celebrate the formation of a new English wine region - ‘Vineyards of the Surrey Hills’. This collection of top producers, located in the glorious Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), offers guests a fantastic experience – outstanding wines, beautiful views and a warm welcome.

This group of picturesque vineyards excels in producing outstanding wines, ranging from exquisite English sparklings, through still white and rosé wines, to sumptuous sweet wine. Each will host unique experiences to delight visitors.

Guests of this celebratory weekend can choose to take part in a range of different activities at each vineyard; from viewing Sculptures, enjoying music or a picnic in historic gardens, exploring a ‘secret vineyard trail’, sampling a range of wines from tasting bars set in the vineyards, or even participating in a Battle of Waterloo ‘Champagne vs English sparkling taste-off,’ hosted by a master of wine.

“England is now internationally recognised as a leading producer of top quality wines” explains Nick Wenman, owner of Albury Organic Vineyard and chair of Wine GB South East. “We are proud to be putting Surrey on the map as a premium wine region, offering some of the very best wines and visitor experiences that England has to share”.

Sibylla Tindale, co-owner of High Clandon and a member of the group explains: “This initiative not only celebrates our outstanding wines but also the beauty of the five vineyards set within the Surrey Hills AONB. Each vineyard, from boutique to big, has unique offerings in multi-award winning English wines and tours. We want our visitors to delight in wandering through the vineyards, tasting the wines, to learn something new and to really immerse themselves here.”

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created to celebrate the excellence of wines grown in this unique area. Nurtured on the chalky limestone hills with the same geology as that of the Champagne region, these vineyards have a unique location and represent the very pinnacle of quality in the increasingly-successful English wine industry, having won top international awards for their wines and wine tourism.

Easy to find and easy to reach, just 20 miles from London, the vineyards comprise Denbies Wine Estate, High Clandon Vineyard, Albury Organic Vineyard, Chilworth Manor Vineyard, and Greyfriars Vineyard. A map of the wine region invites visitors to explore the area using easily accessible routes whether they’re walking the North Downs, hopping on a train from London, or enjoying a drive along the leafy lanes of Surrey.

They invite you to enjoy their stunning vineyards, taste the wines, and learn something new. Immerse yourself in this area of outstanding natural beauty.

“England is now internationally recognised as a leading producer of top quality wines”

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SUMMER SCENES sent from paradise This statement cross body bag is made from luxuriously soft printed velvet, fastened with a chunky metallic gold branded zip and a detachable metal chain strap to match. All Santorus velvet accessories will arrive in a beautifully presented box that’s perfect for gifting. A re-imagined azure bird of paradise prettifies this petite velvet cross body bag. The compact shape will fit your phone, cardholder and lipstick. Wear it cross body and showcase the detachable signature tassel! www.santorus.com

Treat yourself to a touch of genuine luxury with this beautiful pure silk scarf featuring Sorolla’s Strolling Along The Seashore.

Constructed from smooth silk, this scarf feels fantastic on and makes the perfect accompaniment to any outfit, whatever the occasion. www.nationalgallery.co.uk

WE LOVE This lovely Byako Folded Clutch Bag by Beaumonde. It features a tiger and butterfly design with black zipper and scratch clothing, iridescent black coated lining. www.beaumonde.co.uk

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TO THE BEACH This starfish necklace is hand-crafted in fine quality 925 sterling silver with a contemporary brushed finish, adding a tactile element to this design. This nautical inspired necklace would make a perfect gift for the beach lover in your life. www.annabeljames.co.uk 6 2 M AY 2 0 1 9

Cocorose’s new chic metallic pewter ‘Clapham’ loafers are formed from soft, hand-woven, leather strands, delivering a textured feel to the shoes.

These loafers, which come in many different colours, have the zonal comfort for which Cocorose London shoes are renowned and which is found in all the places from which foot agony can emanate – the balls of the feet, the arch of the foot, the heel and the areas on the bridge of the foot where the shoe’s fabric comes into contact with tender skin. www.cocoroselondon.com

BURBERRY BLUSH Subtly enhance your complexion with this lightweight powder blush that adds instant life to cheeks. The fine, ultra-blendable powder is easy to apply and can be built up to create a more intense level of radiance.

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Do you want to improve skin laxity, texture and fine lines?

Profhilo – An innovative approach to skin rejuvenation

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

Dr Peter Forrester always looks critically at new treatments and never jumps on the bandwagon of new treatments until he has had time to evaluate the exaggerated claims made by some manufacturers and occasionally other practitioners. He has regularly used Profhilo since Summer 2017 and hence has had a good opportunity to evaluate its effects. He is 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 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.

Also Dr Forrester now offers the option of combining Profhilo with INTRAcel, our proven and long-established radio-frequency micro-needling treatment. Together they are an unbeatable combination.

Non Surgical Treatments • Anti-wrinkle Injections - reduce frown lines and crow’s feet.

• Dermal Fillers - smooth deeper lines and furrows as well as returning lost volume to the face.

• Thread Lift - minimally invasive procedure where surgical threads are used to lift and support cheeks, jowls and neck.

• Facial Peels - helps to return a healthy glow to dull tired skin. Peels also reduce fine lines, wrinkles uneven skin tone, acne and scarring.

• Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) natural anti-ageing skin rejuvenation treatment using small amounts of recipient’s blood to improve the skin’s texture and to reduce lines and wrinkles.

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Profhilo The new anti–aging approach A revolutionary new injectable skin treatment resulting in increased firmness, hydration and elasticity as well as an overall improvement in skin quality for the face, neck and décolletage.

Dr. Peter Forrester MBBS FRCA

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.

• Facial Thread Veins – we remove thread veins affecting the nose cheeks and all area of the face.

• Hyperhidrosis – an effective treatment for excessive underarm sweating • INTRAcel – uses radio frequency and micro needling to improve the tone and texture of the skin. It also tightens to reduce sagging, wrinkles and fine lines. INTRAcel helps to improve stretch marks and scarring.

• Advanced skin care - ZO range of concentrated formulas delivers rapid results. A unique skincare regime will be formulated by Dr. Peter Forrester to ensure the best possible outcome.

• Profhilo - For increased firmness and elasticity as well as overall improvement in skin quality . Ideal for face, neck and décolletage.

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HOW

MARY QUANT CHANGED FASHION

Prudence Wade explores

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the legacy of the feminist icon who helped make the miniskirt famous

ary Quant may be instantly recognisable for her ginger bob, but it’s her youthful mod designs that she’ll be forever remembered for.

Looking back at her influence, it’s clear Quant’s impact was far greater than just bringing miniskirts and hot pants into the mainstream - her impact on the fashion industry and society as a whole really can’t be understated.

Walking through the Victoria & Albert’s latest exhibition, which is dedicated to the designer’s career between 1955-1975, brings the extent of this impact to life. Now aged 89, Quant’s designs - and her ethos - are as relevant today as they were back in the Swinging Sixties.

Born in London to Welsh parents in 1930, Quant

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grew up in an age of austerity - but her designs were an antidote to this, championing fun, frivolity and women’s liberation. She set up her first store, Bazaar, on the King’s Road in London’s Chelsea in 1955, and her fashion and lifestyle empire only grew from there.

A true titan of the industry, here are just some of the ways Quant revolutionised fashion...

She was a role model for young women Quant’s clothes struck a particular chord with young women who, like the designer, were children of austerity who wanted to enjoy life a bit more

than the generation before them. Her style was playful and fun - she riffed on the tweed suits her customer’s mother wanted her to wear by raising hemlines and making everything a whole lot more youthful.

Unlike many of the more traditional fashion houses, Quant wasn’t catering for the old elite instead, she encapsulated exactly what it was like to be a young woman in the 1960s. As a female professional excelling in a male-dominated industry - to this day, many of the major fashion designers are men - she was inspiration for a new generation of working women.

She was the first designer to use PVC, they shiny, wet-look synthetic material. The result was clothes which were young, daring and just a bit sexy which was counteracted by the schoolgirl style she favoured, with Peter Pan collars galore.

Quant certainly knew her audience - one of her ad campaigns was entitled ‘Youthquake’, showing just who she wanted to dress. She ended up trademarking the daisy symbol, which signified youthfulness and fun. And while Quant might not have invented the miniskirt, she certainly helped it become the defining garment of the decade.

She was a feminist icon The fashion industry predominantly caters to women, and yet the designing of womenswear is monopolised by men. Past exhibitions at the V&A have been dedicated to the likes of Christian Dior, Cristobal Balenciaga and Alexander McQueen titans in the industry, but all men.

Quant managed to break the glass ceiling which still exists for female designers, but this wasn’t the only way she was a true feminist hero. In the lateSixties and early-Seventies, the women’s liberation movement exploded into the mainstream, and with it came various social shifts. Things were increasingly opening up to women in the UK - the Pill became available and society’s expectations of how women should dress were also changing.

Her designs were a way for women to express their independence - she famously liked shorter hemlines because it made it easier to run to the bus.

Hers weren’t clothes made to restrict the wearer, but to give them more freedom - Quant favoured a stretchy, wearable jersey material for many of her designs.

She was also ahead of the curve in terms of androgynous dressing and constantly played with masculine tailoring. With ultra-girly miniskirts as well as more tailored suits, Quant showed that women didn’t have to express themselves in a singular way.

clothes were beautiful, but wholly unattainable for most women.

Not only did Quant manage to shift more of the world’s focus on London, but she also worked hard to bring fashion to a wider group of people. As well as her eponymous high-fashion label, in 1963 she launched a cheaper diffusion line, called Ginger Group. With this, she pioneered new methods of production to make her designs cheaper and more widely available for the average woman.

On top of this, she sold sewing patterns (known as Butterick patterns) so home dressmakers could recreate her clothes with their own materials for a fraction of the price.

Mary Quant became the template for the modern lifestyle brand

“The fashion industry predominantly caters to women, and yet the designing of womenswear is monopolised by men”

A retrospective like the V&A’s exhibition shows how Quant was a pioneer in more ways than one.

Nowadays, the fashion industry loves a bit of nostalgia - whether it’s bringing back chokers from the Nineties or power shoulders from the Eighties.

Quant was an early adopter and knew how to harness the power of bygone styles, giving Victorian outfits a Sixties update and even bringing back flapper styles.

Another thing she became the template for was becoming a broader lifestyle brand. Today, fashion brands rarely do just one thing, instead in a race to diversify their offerings. Quant knew she could capitalise on her brand, so instead of just sticking to designing miniskirts, she tried her hand at everything from cosmetics and tights, to underwear, shoes and home furnishings.

Quant’s style was instantly recognisable and easily translated to other products, making her the true template for the modern lifestyle brand we’re so accustomed to today.

Mary Quant is on display at the Victoria & Albert Museum until February 16, 2020. See vam.ac.uk.

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Changes at the New Victoria Hospital T

he Mayor of Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, Cllr Thay Thayalan and David Marshall, Chief Executive, New Victoria Hospital, Kingston upon Thames, opened the doors to Hospital’s brand new reception and outpatient suite on 8th April.

The Mayor and David Marshall opened the doors to the Hospital’s brand new reception and outpatient suite on 8th April. They greeted the first patients to the new facility.

This marks the completion of the Hospital’s extensive £30m redevelopment. The new entrance and reception leads into a modern, fit-for-purpose outpatient facility with increased capacity. This includes twelve consulting rooms, a cardiac diagnostic room, five treatment rooms including for colposcopy, audiology and phlebotomy.

The Mayor said “Congratulations to New Victoria Hospital for completion of this impressive redevelopment, which provides top class facilities for patients and staff alike. It is particularly timely as the Hospital marks its 60th anniversary.”

David Marshall said “We are so excited that the building work is finally finished and we can reveal our new main entrance, which sits alongside Coombe Lane West. For the first time people can see the Hospital from the road. In addition to the entrance and reception, we have gained a redeveloped outpatient department with more space. Our patients will continue to receive the quality of care we have always provided, but this will now be in a five star environment. Our staff have continued to work in difficult circumstances during all the building work and now they will be able to do their jobs in a more comfortable environment in purpose built facilities.

“The Hospital has been here for 60 years. My vision is to develop the Hospital for another 60 years. It’s recognised as a leading provider of safe, robust health services, and has an excellent

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“Congratulations to New Victoria Hospital for completion of this impressive redevelopment, which provides top class facilities for patients and staff alike”

Above: The Mayor of Kingston being shown round one of the new consulting rooms by David Marshall, chief executive and Gill Welch, director of clinical services, New Victoria Hospital Below: From left to right: Jacqui Smith, outpatient manager, New Victoria Hospital; Mayor of Kingston; David Marshall, Chief Executive and Staff Nurse Sue Bullimore, New Victoria Hospital (Sue has worked at the hospital for 34 years)

reputation. The redevelopment will further enhance our position in the local community.”

A plaque to commemorate the new outpatient suite will be unveiled by HRH Princess Alexandra on Saturday 11 May. The redevelopment completes the construction of The Victoria Foundation Wing, which opened in 2016. This houses four state of the art theatres, a new fourteen bed day surgery unit and a new CT scanner with cardiac diagnostic facility.

ABOUT NEW VICTORIA HOSPITAL New Victoria Hospital in Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, is a private charity-owned Hospital which has provided an excellent level of service to the local community for 60 years.

The Hospital is registered with and regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and is fully compliant with their standards. The current CQC rating for the Hospital is “good”. The Hospital was proud to achieve this rating across all five categories – safe, effective, caring, responsive and well-managed.

It is owned by parent charity The Victoria Foundation. This charity helps to transform lives where there is an opportunity to do so - either through medical provision or by ensuring that young people destined to become the future generations of doctors are not prevented from doing so through lack of finances. www.newvictoria.co.uk

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GF FITNESS G

F Fitness are interested in one thing: Helping their valued clients reach their fitness goals. Their philosophy is quite simple: You get out what you put in. GF Fitness is not set to judge people, point the finger or belittle but to help provide members with the tools necessary to achieve their fitness goals in the context of modern life. What makes them tick is seeing their clients give their individual best.

GF Fitness was originally founded by Gerrard Finlayson in 2005. With energetic, positive, highly qualified and like minded fitness professionals on the team, GF Fitness have made a huge impact as Personal Trainers in Surrey, especially to people’s waist lines!

With GF Fitness, you don’t have to travel to a gym. They provide fitness industry leading equipment to train their clients, and also provide a home gym design service. Their fitness programme design is tested and proven with hundreds of people to get them results. The programming they use is not rigid, but flexible and specific to clients needs.

Regardless of what your goals are, their system truly works! This particularly relates to fat burning/ weight loss.

GF Fitness have mastered the art of metabolic coaching through a combination of compound strength training moves, functional exercise and high intensity cardio. This basically equates to you creating a huge EPOC (Excess Post Exercise Oxygen Consumption) level where your body continues to recruit higher levels of oxygen to 7 0 M AY 2 0 1 9

recover, and therefore creates a greater calorie burn post workout.

This in turn helps create a large calorie deficit, the bottom line in fat burning. In fact, they are so confident in their Personal Training systems that they offer a 100% GUARANTEE * that you will see measurable results if you stick to the program!

Your nutrition is a cornerstone of your experience when working with GF Fitness. Short term diets are not something they advocate. Why? They don’t work long term! If you are to burn fat, lose weight, build lean muscle and get fitter than ever your diet will be fundamental in importance. They will coach you through small regular changes to your diet that lead to long term sustainable change. You won’t get lost in the plethora of information regarding your nutrition, simplicity is very much encouraged.

GF Fitness are adaptable to your environment and circumstances, but without compromising fundamental fitness principles. They appreciate that you are an individual. To them, you’re not just a number or a unit.

“Spring to Summer is an absolutely fabulous time to go for it with your fitness, and it isn’t too late to start getting your body ready for the beach”, according to GF Fitness owner Gerrard Finlayson.

Why not give them a call today? * results can vary and your potential results will discussed with you at your initial consultation. Full details of the guarantee are available from your assigned GF Fitness trainer at the free initial consultation. www.gf-fitness.co.uk

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Biokinetics…

Addressing the cause not the symptoms

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ave you got niggly knees, a sore shoulder, bad back or even achy ankles?

Or do you feel fine but are also aware of the fact you don’t move as easily as you used to? Have you tried different treatments and found some relief but the problem reoccurs down the line? It could be that your symptoms are being treated rather than determining and addressing the cause of your complaint.

Have you really tried everything?

Enter Biokinetics, a South African based profession registered under the Health Professions Counsel of South Africa. The primary function of biokinetics is to improve health care and physical functioning using exercise as the main mode of treatment. Biokinetics looks at the body as a whole, how the soft tissues work together and takes into account previous injuries which can create imbalances. And... there is a Biokineticist right here in Kingston, Surrey.

Julia Trollip, a registered biokineticist, has her practice, JT Biokinetics, situated at the Coombe Wood Golf Club.

At JT Biokinetics , Julia uses exercise as her main mode of therapy to treat orthopaedic injuries, chronic diseases and lifestyle diseases. She explains that movement is essential for all individual’s mental and physical well being. However, in modern society, movement and exercise are often forgotten or pushed to the bottom of the list. Movement is also hampered or lost due to injury, age, lifestyle

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or disease. Lack of movement can alter the body’s biomechanics which in turn can lead to discomfort or niggles and eventually injuries.

Julia believes that there is a need for biokinetics here in the UK. This partly stems from her personal experience after a horse riding accident in 2001 left her with years of discomfort. She saw many therapists here and was given the common advice of rest and medication. She was also given prescribed generalised exercises and over time her condition worsened to the extent she was told she would just have to stop exercise.

“I am so glad I didn’t accept that advice and that I found the help of a biokineticist back in South Africa. After diligently doing my rehab program (which was tailored to my ability at the time and altered according to my progress) I could go back to exercising at a high level”.

Julia feels that there is a lack of or outdated education about injuries, how to rehab them and what can be done during the rehab process. She also believes that prescribing medication and rest can, at times, slow recovery. An individual’s age should not either be a reason why they should not be able to still enjoy certain activities or recover from injuries. Yes, age does have an impact but there are always ways in which help an individual be more comfortable or improve their daily activities.

She does not use a “one size fits all’ approach and believes in empowering individuals to take responsibility for their process. This, she feels leads to more positive, long lasting outcomes.

For more information please visit www.jtbiokinetics.com or call 07496 068 206.

“The primary function of biokinetics is to improve health care and physical functioning using exercise as the main mode of treatment”

From athletes to the elderly, Biokinetics is for everyone!

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Charity Fashion Show a Runaway Success Backstage preparations

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cademy Salons Creative Team created the sensational hair for the 13 models, including 3 wheelechair users at the Front Row Fashion Event held at the prestigious Hurlingham Club in Fulham.

The fashion show featured leading UK designer pieces from Bernard Connolly Stylist, NRBY Clothing and Gunda Hafner .The make up, to complement the stunning looks was provided by Liz Patey Make up.

Over £73,000 was raised to support Back Up Trust with its services to transform the lives of people affected by spinal cord injury.

The Front Row event was a wonderful example of people working together to make a huge difference for people affected by spinal cord injury. A huge thank you to everyone who took part said BackUp CEO Sarah Bryan

Back Up: Spinal cord injury is permanent. It can happen to anyone through accident or illness and is easy as falling down the stairs Every eight hours, someone in the UK has their life changed forever through spinal cord injury There are estimated to be 40,000 people affected by spinal cord injury in the UK today 7 4 M AY 2 0 1 9

‘Back Up is a leading UK charity that inspires people affected by spinal cord injury to get the most out of life. Each year, they reach over 800 people with their awardwinning services that are designed and delivered by people affected by spinal cord injury. With an amazing team of over 400 volunteers, they offer wheelchair skills training, an accredited mentoring service, telephone support, life skills and activity courses, and support returning to work or education. They also offer support to family members, and they’re the only UK charity with dedicated services for children and young people with a spinal cord injury.’

Find out more at www.backuptrust.org.uk Photography Andrew Williams – andrewhwilliams.co.uk

“This is the 5th Year we have been involved in the Front Row Fashion Show and it ’s an absolute honour to work with such an important charity as BackUp Trust” – Academy Salons Director Salv Mulé

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OUTDOOR LIVING LIGHT THE WAY

This Box collection of pendants and wall lights is suitable for gardens, porches and patios.

Davey Lighting MD Peter Bowles says “Good exterior lighting can transform your home and should be considered carefully to maximise the features and the function of your outdoor space. A well-thought out mixture of task and ambient lighting will make your garden, porch or patio an attractive, inviting space – and safer for people arriving at the property at night”. www.originalbtc.com

goegeous garden lighting

Garden lanterns are the ideal way to add that extra decorative touch to any outdoor space. Lights4fun have an extensive, carefully curated collection of solar and battery powered garden lanterns to fit all tastes and budgets. From elegant floor lanterns to simple hanging lanterns that suit being grouped together, we are are confident that this selection complements all settings. Using tried and tested materials such as metal and wood, the quality of each shines through achieving dazzlingly beautiful results with minimal effort, to be enjoyed throughout the summer. www.lights4fun.co.uk

AL FRESCO DINING

As the days start to get longer, enjoy evenings spent dining alfresco with Bridgman’s selection of outdoor dining furniture and accessories. Bridgman have sets in an array of materials and styles, from retro resin and aluminium to luxurious rattan and reclaimed teak. These collections also stand the test of time, made from durable waterproof materials, these sets are resistant to the elements without compromising on looks. www.bridgman.co.uk

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A NEW LOOK

Transform outdoor furniture, exterior woodwork, fences and front doors with Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan. Finish with new Chalk Paint™ Lacquer, a hard-wearing, water-based polyacrylic varnish with built-in UV protection. Available in gloss or matt finish, Chalk Paint™ Lacquer applies perfectly clear and dries quickly without yellowing over time. www.anniesloan.com 7 8 M AY 2 0 1 9

Steer away from boring beige and opt for bold and bright tents this summer from Boutique Camping.

These brand new tents are hot for 2019 summer trends. With leopard print roaring its way through interiors, Hawaiian night themes surfacing and bright tropical coral colours blazing, these trendy tents are ideal for camping in style this summer. www.boutiquecamping.com

Composite Armour = Lifetime Warranty Not only the very best looking, but the

Composite Armour = for Lifetime Warranty strongest structures available swimming pool designs.

Not only themetres, very best looking, but the in pool safety covers.

Models sizes - 4.6 metres to 12 with and without strongest structures available for swimming pool design.

Exclusive to the Cube and Precision models, Leisure Pools have incorporated an Models 4.6 metres to 12 This metres, with the andwater withoutlevel in pool safety in-built oversizes ow -skimmer system. allows to be the covers. same level as the surrounding unique, exclusive mirror eect.

Exclusive to the Cubepaving/patio and Precision giving models,aLeisure Pools have incorporated an

in-built overflow skimmer system. This allows the water level to be the same level as The speed and ease of installation will impress. the surrounding paving/patio giving a unique, exclusive mirror effect

Short lead times as most models are in stock

www.swimpools.co.uk Phone for brochure and prices

01444 411411 or 01444 411376

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A Zest For Outdoor Living

Fibreglass planters in your choice of colour to complement your garden style.

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esty plant colours are everywhere this growing season, bursting with energy and vitality.

Cedar Nursery in Cobham celebrate the return of the warner days with an array of beautiful garden plants and coordinating fresh, zingy colours for your garden furniture and accessories.

By May, and into summer, vibrant plant colours are emerging, with the yellows and hot oranges of Primula veris, tangerine Crocosmia and Geums, together with refreshing greens of new leaf growth.

Lime green appears as accents in many variegated shrubs. Plants with lime and yellow colours are perfect to act as highlights in garden schemes, examples include Phormiums, the Heuchera ‘Lime Marmalade’, ornamental grasses such as Carex ‘Aurea’ and evergreen shrubs such as, Euonymus ‘Auromarginatus’ and Choisya ‘Sundance’.

Beneficial pollinators will also be attracted to the

Close up to delicate tangerine flowers of Geum ‘Koi’ flowering throughout spring and summer

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Heuchera

“Lime green appears as accents in many variegated shrubs”

Outdoor Lounge furniture by Cane-line and colourful plants and accessories – 2 photos above

bright vivid flower blooms, such as the vivid flowers of Geum ‘Koi’.

In addition to planting, Cedar Nursery’s exciting 2019 ranges of outdoor furniture offer a way to refresh your garden terrace. Add some zesty emphasis to your garden with coordinating accessories in citrus bright for hammocks, garden beanbags, and outdoor cushions.

You can also introduce a bright pop of colour with garden planters. Fibreglass planters are lightweight, yet very durable. They are available at Cedar Nursery in numerous shapes and styles including an array of coordinating zesty colours, or choose from hundreds of other RAL colours.

Why not let citrus colours shine bright in your garden this season?

Cedar Nursery – Plants and outdoor living, Horsley Road, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3JX. www.landscaping.co.uk Email: Sales@landscaping.co.uk.

Tel 01932 862473

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HOW COOL IS YOUR POOL? They’re glamorous, highly desirable, fun and great for parties! And if you’ve been stuck in a car or train on a sweltering summer day, nothing beats diving into one as soon as you get home. A swimming pool will keep you fit and have friends beating a path to your door on a hot day.

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utdoor pools (not counting the above-ground temporary ones) can cost anywhere from about £30,000 up to £1 million depending on how luxurious you want to go. Do check whether you need planning permission before you start to create your dream pool.

Position is everything: south-facing, out of the wind, away from falling leaves and the right distance from the house provides maximum enjoyment.

There are two main types of swimming pool: above ground pools and submerged pools. Above ground pools tend to be cheaper because you don’t have to dig a hole and fit them but submerged pools are more traditional and provide easier entry for children or elderly people. In addition to the type of pool, you will have to decide on the type of materials you want your pool to consist of...

There are three common finishes: liner; fibreglass shell; and tiles. These all require different amounts of maintenance and will affect the overall price of the job. You can use eco-friendly equipment such as ground source heat pumps and solar pool covers can reduce running costs.

Increasingly popular is a pool as part of an outdoor entertaining area, perhaps with other leisure facilities, like a hot tub or play area. The addition of a spa to your swimming pool really adds a social dimension. What better way is there to while away some time in comfort and warmth, without all that energetic swimming?

Safety is a priority: a surrounding fence with a lockable gate, and steps leading down to the main pool are advisable. Especially if you have children. They

can still look stylish, ie the curved Roman steps add a particular feeling of luxury to your swimming pool.

You need to consult a specialist swimming pool company - they will be able to guide you from day one... beginning with the type of pool and size you would like, space availability in your outdoor space, and any specific requirements you have to ensure a swimming pool is tailored for you. They will take you through the process as to how your pool will be built, and ensure everything is set to what you want.

SPATA (the Swimming Pool and Associated Trades Association) vets its members before membership to ensure that they are competent, professional and up to date in their methods and workmanship, which means that a SPATAaccredited contractor is likely to be a good bet.

That said, the single most important thing you should look for in a contractor is experience.

Someone with at least several years’ experience in building swimming pools is ideal: they will know what does and doesn’t work and will have built several different types of pools, which means they will be well-placed to advise you on yours.

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Begin planning your Spring/Summer projects now

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agoon Pools Ltd are a family run business that specialise in constructing Mosaic Swimming Pools, SPAS, Steam rooms and Saunas. Outdoor or Indoor -Lagoon Pools are renowned industry experts.

Values Contemporary – Reliable – Experts are the core values of Lagoon Pools. Based in Surrey, the company operates in and around the M25, neighbouring counties and greater London.

Regularly, Lagoon Pools can be seen operating amongst Private Estates such as St. Georges Hill, Burwood Park; Crown Estate, Wentworth and various others. Working alongside leading property developers, Lagoon Pools has become a trusted partner to the luxury housing development industry.

Lagoon Pools also constructs beautiful pools for family homes; working with individual client needs to provide efficient construction solutions. Nothing gives Lagoon Pools more satisfaction than when families as they enjoy summer by the pool.

Design Clean lines and polished finishes are an unbeatable combination. Contemporary pools now come with LED lighting, underwater speakers, Variable speed pumps, enhanced AFM filter media and various other upgrades which have elevated the swimming pool industry to new heights in both efficiency and style.

Outdoor Pools bring Summer fun for family and friends. Many great memories are made by the pool in refined outdoor living spaces. Lagoon Pools manage projects through the planning stage, pool construction, installing filtration systems and providing clean finished landscaping.

Servicing Pool water maintenance, and chemical balancing is key to providing crystal clear, safe swimming water.

Lagoon Pools service over one hundred happy pools throughout the Summer swim season. Also, automatic Safety Covers are highly recommended as pool safety is paramount. Safety covers also provide heat retention, saving on pool running costs.

Lagoon Pools have helped families and developers realise their dreams of swimming in Luxury pools and are committed to building pools that you will fall in love with.

01932 569569; www.lagoonpoolsltd.co.uk

Outdoor or Indoor?

An Indoor Swimming Pool is a luxurious addition to any home. Bespoke leisure spaces are often built as extensions to the home providing pool use all year round. Many home owners incorporate SPAs, Sauna and Steam rooms, to create an inclusive relaxation space for health and wellbeing.

With their vast experience in managing and constructing Indoor systems, a Lagoon Pools project will add value to real estate and quality of life.

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Lagoon Pools recommend Automatic Safety Covers

“A Lagoon Pools -whether for exercise or relaxation- project will add value to real estate and quality of life”

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RHS Chelsea Flower Show Tuesday 21st - Saturday 25th May 2019, Royal Hospital Chelsea, SW3 Artist’s impression of the Silent Pool garden

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owhere makes gardening more fashionable than the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. A catwalk of colour and creativity, the latest trends and the pinnacle of garden design make this show the one the world wants to see.

The creme de la creme of the gardening world will be wowing visitors so make sure you’re there to enjoy gardening at its most gorgeous and glamorous. The RHS Chelsea Flower Show, sponsored by M&G Investments, is back for 2019 with another spectacular show brimming with style and elegance.

Highlights of the 2019 RHS Chelsea Flower Show include…….

SHOW GARDENS RHS BACK TO NATURE GARDEN – co-designed by The Duchess of Cambridge and awardwinning landscape architects Andree Davies and Adam White of Davies White Landscape Architects The Garden is part of the RHS’s partnership with NHS England, which promotes the physical and emotional wellbeing that access to green spaces and gardening provides. After Chelsea, some of the planting and landscaping will go to an NHS Mental Health Trust, as part of a national competition by the RHS. The garden will include a beautifully crafted hollow log for children to climb through, a den, waterfall, stream and tree house. The tree house will form the centrepiece featuring a swing seat hanging from the branches, a place for children and families to play together. The waterfall and stream will also encourage play. Flowers, fruits and seeds provide food for wildlife and nectar for bees and butterflies, while the plants offer nesting sites and shelter for birds and other animals.

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this woodland landscape will be interspersed with stone platforms and huge burnt timber sculptures representing natural rock formations.. Water pours from hand-crafted spouts into a series of pools and streams trickling down through the garden alongside a staircase of vast stone platforms before ending in a tranquil pool.

MONTESSORI CENTENARY CHILDREN’S GARDEN – designed by Jody Lidguard It will celebrate the work of Montessori St Nicholas and commemorate 100 years of Montessori in the UK. Like the Montessori teaching method, the garden is child-led yet future-driven, offering an engaging space to nurture children, teaching them about the natural world set alongside technology: the future of horticulture.

TRAILFINDERS ‘ UNDISCOVERED LATIN AMERICA’ GARDEN - designed by Jonathan Snow.

Inspired by the temperate rainforests of South America, the garden is built on a steep slope, which is covered in lush, temperate rainforest planting that enjoys high rainfall, cool temperatures, and wet conditions underfoot. Dramatic waterfalls cascade into a pool, and a striking red walkway winds its way through the garden, around the waterfalls and among the planting. The temperate rainforests of South America are under threat from urbanisation, over-farming and logging. The garden raises awareness of these fragile ecosystems.

SILENT POOL GIN GARDEN - designed by David Neale The Silent Pool Gin Garden takes inspiration from plant technologies and the greening of inner city spaces, combined with a passion to create a space that absorbs people’s woes through the senses of scent and sound. Through the stone boulders at the garden’s entrance the eye is drawn down the wide

Artist’s impression of Back to Nature garden co-designed by the Duchess of Cambridge

“The Silent Pool Gin Garden takes inspiration from plant technologies and the greening of inner city spaces, combined with a passion to create a space that absorbs people’s woes through the senses of scent and sound”

stone steps and into the inner space. It has a large open ceiling void that engages the viewer with the scented rose bed. A semi-transparent, teal, etched botanical water wall moves the air within this space and acts as a foil to the planting and single juniper bonsai tree that is positioned within.

THE GREAT PAVILION A paradise for every gardener and home to the best plant nurseries in Britain and across the globe. For the first time in Chelsea’s history there will be a judged Show Garden here. Gardening Will Save the World is the creation of internationally-acclaimed British designer, Tom Dixon. It will be a fully interactive garden, where you can walk through and see for yourself how we can provide sustainable, affordable and forward-thinking solutions to growing food at home and in the community.

David Austin Roses is celebrating its 50th appearance at the show. The family-owned business was started by David Austin who began breeding plants for a hobby as a teen. He has since gone on to create a collection of roses that are renowned across the world. One particularly memorable bloom at Chelsea was the Dame Judi Dench rose, named after the acclaimed actress and presented at the show in 2017.

THE DISCOVERY ZONE - HELPING CHILDREN GROW

“A paradise for every gardener and home to the best plant nurseries in Britain and across the globe. For the first time in Chelsea’s history there will be a judged Show Garden”

Find inspiration to get your kids interested in gardening with an exhibit designed by former Blue Peter gardener Chris Collins and digital design agency, Ambition Creative. Helping Children Grow is a display that celebrates National Children’s Gardening week (25 May – 2 June 2019) and will illustrate the educational and wellbeing benefits that gardening has for children. Take home ideas for projects that your kids can try – including edible planters, tipis made from runner beans and even a wildlife hotel.

FOOD & DRINK Take some time out and relax with a variety of delicious food choices at the show: The exclusive Rock Bank restaurant, Champagne & Seafood restaurant and The Drawing Room as well as an array of cafes, food courts and picnic areas Perfect for a quick bite to eat and catering for all, including gluten free and vegetarian options.

A day out at an RHS Flower Show is one of the highlights of a gardeners’ year and the 2019 show is set to be brighter and more spectacular than ever.

All tickets must be purchased in advance. To buy tickets visit www.rhs.org.uk/chelsea For more information on RHS membership call: 0845 130 4646, or visit www.rhs.org.uk/join RHS Registered Charity No. 222879/SC038262

Artist’s impression of the Trailfinders show garden

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A “WOW” in the Heart of Gomshall!

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oach House Surrey, set in the heart of There is a wide choice of many different Gomshall, is a family business offering a styles of furniture and accessories in both their wide range of furniture and accessories showroom and outdoor area, and they also have for the Garden and the Home. considerable expertise and experience Trading for 30 years and working with over in furniture design and restorations, 20 different artists, some local, as well as providing a full bespoke furniture crafting items itself, they offer a very service in their own workshops.

Take the virtual varied and unique collection.

Coach House Surrey have a tour of the full The showroom is simply website where all of their superb garden range on incredible and the huge outdoor area products and services can be Google Maps. at the rear an unexpected treat. Staff ordered or booked in online, proudly tell us that “Wow!” is heard however we recommend you pop in, on a regular basis from Coach House you really won’t be disappointed!

Surrey visitors.

60 Station Road, Gomshall, Guildford, With Spring upon us and (hopefully) a fabulous Surrey GU5 9NP. Telephone 01483 2038838 Summer ahead, the outdoor living range is an or 07774 729 325. www.coachhousesurrey.co.uk experience not to be missed. From the range of furniture for the garden or conservatory, to fire spheres, fire pits and BBQ’s, to life-size teak animals and exclusive garden objects, and all in such a beautiful setting.

Providing their clients with a different experience when buying furniture, they also offer interior and exterior design, offering advice on room, house and garden dressing. This service includes personal consultations where they can advise on layout, furniture styles and colour schemes to bring your space, whether inside or outside, to its full potential.

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Furniture • Accessories • Lighting • Outdoor Living • Restoration Showroom now live on GOOGLE MAPS: Search Coach House Surrey

Incorporating Reeves Restorations Restoration and Bespoke Furniture Call us on: 01483 203838 / 07774 729 325 60 Station Road, Gomshall, Guildford, Surrey, GU5 9NP Mon-Fri 09:30-17:00, Sat: 10:00-17:00, Sun 11:00-17:00

Email: coachhousesurrey@gmail.com www.coachhousesurrey.co.uk @coach_house_surrey @CHSurrey facebook.com/coachhousesurrey

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Discover the best secret gardens in London with

Open Garden Squares Weekend 2019 Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 June 2019

Eaton Square Garden

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Cleveland Square

pen Garden Squares Weekend, London’s most popular garden-visiting weekend, offers exclusive access to some of the most exciting private gardens and green spaces in the capital - from the historic and traditional to the new and experimental.

Members of the public can explore and discover gardens on rooftops, in offices and shops as well as community gardens, allotments and London’s premier garden squares. This year, there are gardens with breathtaking panoramas, sleek contemporary-designed spaces, as well as wild and naturalistic hidden gems.

There will be over 100 you can visit… including the garden at Number 10 Downing Street. available via a public ballot. Number 10 is the official residence and office of the Prime Minister and where she welcomes guests from Her Majesty The Queen to world leaders, businesses and charities.

The terrace and garden at Downing Street were constructed in 1736 shortly after Walpole moved into Number 10. Entry by public ballot, no purchase necessary. see www.opensquares.org for more details.

Many premier garden squares take part including Eaton Square, whose past residents include actress Vivien Leigh and Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain, Bryanston Square, Cleveland Square, Kensington Square and Warwick Square. Explore medical gardens at the British Medical Association and Royal College of Physicians’ Medicinal Garden and wildlife gardens at Melissa Garden Bee Sanctuary, Barnsbury Wood and Barbican Wildlife Garden. All private, but opening their gates to visitors over the Weekend.

There are flourishing productive gardens at Winterton House Organic, Fulham Palace Meadows

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Allotments and King Henry’s Walk Garden. And, to take in London’s amazing skyline a visit to Cannon Bridge House Roof Gardens, Nomura International Plc, or Eversheds Sutherland should not be missed.

New gardens for 2019 include the historic gardens of Bell House in Dulwich, Community Garden Cluster - kitchen gardens created on a disused railway platform at Kensington Olympia, Montague Street Gardens - a glorious Georgian garden in Bloomsbury and the ornamental kitchen roof garden with views to Westminster Cathedral designed by Adam Frost at the homeless charity The Passage in SW1.

There will also be the opportunity to take part in a whole range of events and activities over the whole weekend.

Organised by the London Parks and Gardens Trust, the annual event highlights the significant social, cultural, environmental and economic contribution that gardens, squares and green spaces make to the capital and its inhabitants. The Trust aims to cultivate knowledge and appreciation of London’s vast green network and celebrates the beauty, ecology and value of London’s cultivated spaces.

For details and a full list of participating gardens visit: www.opensquares.org 10 Downing Street Garden

Cannon Bridge Roof Gardens

SOCIAL MEDIA Twitter: @OpenSquares #OGSW19 Instagram: opensquaresweekend Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ LondonOGSW

HOME & PROPERTY – A collection of Surrey and Berkshire’s finest house and garden companies, plus stunning homes for sale in the area – I M AG E : C A ST E L N A U TI L E S

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[NEWS]

INTERIORS find your freedom SLEEK STYLE FOR GUESTS

The Stanley Chesterfield 3 Seater Sofa Bed from Darlings of Chelsea provides comfort with its depth, and class with its stylish appearance. To have guests bursting with envy, place this classic sofa bed in your spare room, your guests will never want to leave. Charming yet contemporary, this sofa bed is an ideal investment for families or for smaller apartments craving that space value. www.darlingsofchelsea.co.uk

feeling fluffy

An installation at Domus Clerkenwell officially launched Eikund to UK audiences and show its never been seen before collection of furniture classics unearthed from Norwegian design archives. A key piece within the new collection is Fluffy designed by Fredrik Kayser in 1954. The Fluffy lounge chair is characterised by its ultra-soft upholstery in Norwegian sheepskin, and its sloping armrests leading you into a welcoming embrace. www.eikund.com

summer loving

New homeware trends are blossoming as we enter the Summer season. Hurn & Hurn have a selection of quirky products that fit in with up and coming trends for Summer 2019. Trends including terrazzo, neon, rattan and maximalism surface the interior world and Hurn & Hurn aren’t short of a few homeware accessories to update any humble abode. www.hurnandhurn.com 9 4 M AY 2 0 1 9

Interior designers are unleashing their inner flower child with boho-chic interiors. This highly eclectic style lets them express their personality freely by creating a lived-in look with their favourite styles and patterns on display. At its core, boho is about freedom.

Freedom to take elements from various sources and blend them together, sometimes with reckless abandon. It’s about finding what works for that particular person and letting the interior ooze a friendly sense of warmth. www.cultfurniture.com

WE LOVE

This quirky Dandy Lion plate from Chase and Wonder – an independent British brand focused on producing only the highest quality designs and products, all of which are made in Britain. www.chaseandwonder.com

A new collection of hand crafted limited edition lamps w: katherinerichardsdesign.co.uk t: 01273 386560 e: info@katherinerichards.co.uk

111 Portland Road, Hove, East Sussex, BN35DP

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Let there be Light

Introducing The Platinum Bathroom Series From The Light Yard

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he Light Yard are delighted to introduce their handcrafted IP44 Platinum bathroom light fixtures from The Alchemist Collection. Contemporary British Design and Handmade in Derbyshire.

The Alchemist IP44 Milan glass bathroom pendant and wall light is specially designed to bring a modern flare to any contemporary bathroom, spa or wetroom.

Each wall light is completed with a dark stained solid bamboo wall base.

An antique bronze lamp holder and matching arm cleverly bring all the elements together which gives these pendants and wall lights their totally distinctive appearance.

The exterior of the bulb has a unique and highly mirrored metallic finish when switched off which is completely transformed into a beautifully transparent glowing light bulb once it is switched on.

Each one is carefully handcrafted to order

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“A modern flare to any contemporary bathroom, spa or wetroom” by master craftsmen in the Derbyshire workshop.

Every pendant light is completed with a decorative black fabric flex and an antique bronze lamp holder and completed with anoversized dark stained solid bamboo wall base.

ABOUT THE LIGHT YARD

Now in its sixth year, The Light Yard was initially establishing as an online business offering British tailor made high end lighting.

Built on solid working relationships with lighting designers, we have rapidly gone from strength to strength and is testament to not only our vision for beautiful handcrafted lighting but also to our artisan’s expertise, attention to detail and skilful designs. www.thelightyard.com

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Porter

Original Style

Original Style

Bathroom finishing touches Reflect Your Style

“Be bold with a variety of bathroom wall lights from Besselink & Jones”

The Porter detail-oriented focus led them to design and curate a unique collection of five mirror frame styles that continue the Porter aesthetic within any bathroom. Each portrait mirror option — Granville, Norbury, Everdon, Clarendon and Dijon is also available as a cabinet, which when recessed into your wall makes for further utility with useful extra storage. All are available with an optional de-mista pad to counteract steaming. www.porterbathroom.com

Brighten up your bathroom

Create a tropical paradise Following on from one of last year’s key interior trends, we’re set to continue welcoming an oasis of plants into our homes. However, for those of us who do not withhold green fingers, this isn’t a trend we’ve all been able to embrace, until now. So far, 2019 has seen the introduction of bold, leafy prints into interior décor and, thanks to Original Style’s Eden range, homeowners are now able to bring nature into bathrooms through the use of tiles. Original Style’s Eden range contains a variety of lush and leafy designs for a tropical paradise, from the soft and delicate Pergola, through to the more dramatic Hothouse and Glade. Pergola displays trailing fronds, Hothouse is a riot of palm leaves and Glade is a delicate bouquet of ferns.

Designed and printed in-house at Original Style’s production site in Exeter, Devon; Eden’s designs provide a sensation of calm and are the epitome of the botanical trend. These tiles also feature a large format (600 x 300mm) to provide an almost seamless look for an appearance that mimics wallpaper but with all the advantages of tile. www.originalstyle.com 9 8 M AY 2 0 1 9

The Light Yard

Look to the light Retro design and elegance in a wall light. The Alchemist IP44 Reeded glass bathroom wall light is specially designed to bring a touch of chic to any contemporary bathroom, spa or wetroom. www.thelightyard.com

Be bold with a variety of bathroom wall lights from Besselink & Jones. Sometimes ceiling lights don’t give off the light that is desired in a bathroom, so adding wall lights not only makes for a brighter bathroom, it also adds a touch of sophisticated style. Brass lamps are vivid and luxurious which will make your bathroom radiant. With brass and gold being a traditional trend, this movement has carried on into the interior world today because of the sense of warmth it brings to any living space.

Opt for the Large Horizontal Bathroom Light with Pineapple Finials or the Swivel Bathroom Light in Distressed Brass to achieve this glossy glow-up. For a more subtle and modern look, choose the Double Swivel Bathroom Light in Brushed Nickel or the Double Curved Arm Bathroom Light in Polished Chrome. Adding these subtle beams will complete this look with a glistening finish. www.besselink.com

Besselink & Jones

www.drenchshowers.co.uk +44 (0) 2380 274 945 sales@drenchshowers.co.uk

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Farmhouse chic A

dd a modern rustic touch to your home with this beautiful Canterbury Farmhouse Table and Bench set. It’s cool, and robust design makes it ideal for busy families looking for something a bit edgier than a traditional dining table and chairs. The table comes with two large benches, meaning its big enough for all the family and even a few friends. Perfect!

This contemporary table and bench set provides an ideal place for the family to gather around. Whether for a chilled Saturday morning brunch, a weeknight dinner, a place to do homework or catch up with friends over a cuppa.

The Canterbury will become the hub of your home, a place where everyone comes together to sit, eat, talk and work.

Guaranteed to elevate any dining or kitchen

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space; the set’s simple dark pine top is balanced out with a striking X-leg base, fusing character with elegance. Sophisticated yet sturdy, the table and bench are constructed from solid pine and feature heavy-duty bases for longevity and support. It’s also available in a white or pine finish, meaning whatever the style of your home, the Canterbury will fit in perfectly.

The Canterbury’s robust benches are very versatile and also make a perfect addition to the hallway as a place to sit when taking off outdoor clothing or in the living room when extra seating is needed for guests, or even in the bathroom for towels. Accessorise with a gorgeous throw, add a few cool scatter cushions or a lush green plant, and you have eye-catching conversation piece no matter where you place them.

The Canterbury Table and Bench set is the perfect dining set for the contemporary family home. It’s a stylish and functional addition where many meals will be eaten, and memories will be made for years to come. www.noaandnani.co.uk

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Modern Monochrome

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dd a dash of charm to your home with these contemporary prints from White Black Grey. Wall art is a quick and easy way to spruce up any living area without splashing the cash. White Black Grey have a selection of pretty prints that will inject life and style into your humble abode.

Bring the Bahamas to your living room with the ‘Palm Leaf ’. There has been a blast of botanical and tropical interior trends recently, so this print would be ideal if you are one for keeping up to date with current trends. If you are a nature lover, the ‘A Bear’ would be perfect wall decor for your bedroom. This gorgeous line drawing of a bear in the mountains is a great accessory for a kids bedroom or for

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homeowners looking to jazz up a hallway.

For a whale of a time, frame the ‘Kētos’. This print shows the five whales scientific names, making this a wonderful gift for any science geeks or animal lovers. The ‘Lonely House’ will bring a minimal vibe to any home. Place this unique print in your living room for a Scandi inspired look.

The ‘Triangular Watercolour’ is a beautiful collage of watercolour paintings. Serene and simplistic, this print would look great in a natural and laid-back space. If you wish to discover the great outdoors in your own humble abode, opt for the ‘Mountain ABC’. This modern poster has a mountain for every letter of the alphabet, bringing a sense of adventure and style to any living area.

White Black Grey are passionate about good design. This doesn’t just mean things that look amazing, but objects that are high quality, carefully and ethically produced, and with a timeless aesthetic.

They are a small, family-run business and aim to become a one-stop-shop for all gift, stationery and homeware needs for their design-savvy clientele. From a statement pair of scissors for your workspace, via a cozy blanket for the sofa, through to a beautiful minimalist vase to take pride of place on your mid-century sideboard, their carefully curated selection of modern lifestyle goods are united by high production values and a solid design aesthetic. www.whiteblackgrey.co.uk

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Castle View Retirement Living ‘I

haven’t laughed as much in years’ exclaims a brand new resident at Castle View and that sums up the general atmosphere at Windsor’s latest retirement village.

Castle View, is the brainchild of Robin Hughes, CEO and Founder of Castle Retirement Living. He is Windsor born and bred and has used his decades of experience in the retirement industry to bring to the Royal Borough the very latest in retirement living. It must be good because one of the first residents to move in was his Mum! Having visited every retirement village in the UK, Robin, also has taken many influences from New Zealand where retirement living is well established.

Thousands of hours have been poured into every detail from the beautiful glass rooftop Sky Lounge to the exact positioning of the plentiful plug sockets Castle View has a 24 hour reception which provides a personal touch, care and security to residents. There is CCTV in all the communal areas including the underground car park.

1,2 & 3 bedroomed very thoughtfully arranged

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apartments are available. Details such as raised washing machines and tumble dryers, movement sensitive lighting and carousel shelving in the fully equipped kitchens make living at Castle View intuitive, invisibly aiding independence well into later years. General feedback on the wheelchair friendly apartments are ‘There is more living space than I had before’ and ‘The room sizes are the same as my house’.

So what is the difference in retirement living to living in a private apartment? The key difference is being part of a like-minded, warm and friendly community. Castle View’s two bars, lounge, cafe and restaurant inspire meet ups, socialising and family and friend gatherings. No fuss, no bother everything laid on to be convenient and convivial.

For it’s urban location, a 15 min walk from Windsor Town Centre and 20 mins from Heathrow by car, Castle View also has a surprising amount of garden area and outside space. Every apartment has either a large balcony for tables and chairs or patio areas on the ground floor.

Pets are also welcome on the ground floor. Like everything else at Castle View the team running it have been handpicked providing a caring, friendly atmosphere with support and care on hand if required.

The final comment has to be its’ name sake, the view of Windsor Castle. From the communal Sky Lounge residents can enjoy views right across Windsor and the surrounding areas and not least, the spectacular previously unseen views of Windsor Castle. It is also possible to savour these views from your apartment as the Sky Deck apartments have just been released.

For more information or to book a viewing please contact Ruth Wilson on 01753 378127 or visit our website www.castleviewwindsor.co.uk.

“Like everything else at Castle View the team running it have been handpicked providing a caring, friendly atmosphere”

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Arlo & Jacob meets Marlow Traditional British craftsmanship with modern day comfort

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arlow is about to get a lot comfier with the arrival of premium British furniture retailer Arlo & Jacob who are opening their newest and biggest showroom to date in the heart of Marlow.

The new 6,000ft showroom, which opens its doors on Saturday 27th April, is located on Marlow’s main high street. It will be Arlo & Jacob’s most comprehensive showroom yet, featuring a large collection of their hand-made sofas, chairs and accessories as well as seasonal exclusives, product previews and events.

Visitors to the new showroom will be the first

to see the new high-back Johnston sofa family, in addition to exclusive previews of the Spring/ Summer ‘19 fabric edit, which focuses on cosy, textured neutral fabrics. The new S/S19 collection will be debuting at Marlow - the brand’s largest showroom where over 75 pieces from their collection will be on display in a vast range of sumptuously soft fabrics. You’re invited to come and explore their full range of 120+ house fabrics, pick up your free swatches, browse the designer fabric books and enjoy complimentary refreshments from their on-site café.

About Arlo & Jacob Founded in 2015, Arlo & Jacob is a British family furniture brand that offers exceptional quality and beautifully designed sofas, armchairs and living room accessories. They are named after their founder’s children; two energetic little boys who love to build forts from their home sofa. It’s thanks to their imagination of turning their sofa into a playground that they decided to create sofas that were built to last a lifetime of jumping, playing, napping, and snuggling. All their furniture is handmade here in Britain, at their factory in Long Eaton, the home of British upholstery.

‘We know that families come in all shapes and sizes, which is why our furniture does too.’

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“Visitors to the new showroom will be the first to see the new highback Johnston sofa family, in addition to exclusive previews of the Spring/Summer ‘19 fabric edit”

Their comprehensive range includes sofas for all occasions. Launched last year, their modular Bertie design is a multifunctional, versatile sofa that comes with removable fitted covers to update alongside your interiors. Available as a sofa bed, corner unit, and chaise sofa, both with and without storage, Bertie provides endless possibilities for your space.

With styles ranging from mid-century to modern, contemporary to classic, Arlo & Jacob have well and truly got you covered.

Lifetime Guarantee Arlo & Jacob still use the traditional method to ‘glue, screw and dowel’ their hardwood frames, but for additional peace of mind, every piece comes with a lifetime guarantee on the frame and springs. As well as being locally made, they are environmentally conscious: all the beech and birch hardwood in the frames is ethically sourced from FSC managed forests to help preserve the environment.

The House & Garden Collection The extensive floor space of their new showroom is also home to the exclusive House & Garden Collection, designed in collaboration with the magazine’s Decoration Director Gabby Deeming.

Arlo & Jacob were approached by the publication to be the sole manufacturers of their first furniture collection thanks to their devotion to skilled craftsmanship, use of quality materials and passion

“The extensive floor space of their new showroom is also home to the exclusive House & Garden Collection”

for exquisite design. The range includes the generously proportioned Poirot and the highlypraised Morse; an exceptionally comfortable sofa that exudes Georgian charm and glamour.

The growing collection now consists of five sofa families, two standalone chairs and an ottoman.

Arlo & Jacob has undergone rapid expansion in the past year, increasing its regional footprint to reach the nationwide demand the brand is seeing. The beautiful town of Marlow was an ideal location for the family-centric sofa specialists, with the showroom neighbouring a mix of favoured independent and national retailers.

Harvey Roberts, Commercial Director, Arlo & Jacob says: “We are delighted to be expanding our footprint across the country as we further cement our presence on UK high streets, bringing our expertise and passion for furniture to Marlow. It was an obvious next step for us, with the area showcasing a wonderful array of like-minded retailers attracting shoppers locally and across the Northern home counties thanks to the areas great transport links, and we look forward to welcoming new and existing customers into our largest showroom to date”.

The new 6,000ft showroom now open. 33 Spittal Street, Marlow, SL7 3HJ. Monday – Saturday: 09:30 – 18:00. Sunday: 11:00 – 17:00. Nearby parking is available. arloandjacob.com 03300 945 855

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Totally Tropical Trend

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ith its bold colour scheme, punchy prints and eclectic decor, Tropical Crush is a great way to introduce fun, stylish elements of summer into your home and to celebrate the changing seasons.

Rebecca Snowden, Interior Style Advisor at Furniture Choice explores how to showcase this tropical look in the home, in two signature ways: first, an all-out maximalist approach and second, an elegant minimalist take.

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Play with prints, colours and patterns for a maximalist approach For a huge dose of personality, a maximalist take on the tropical trend is the way to go. With vibrant hues, nature-inspired motifs, and colourful prints all part of the mix, the trick here is in layering them all together.

“The maximalist approach is a fun, chic way to introduce the tropical look in key areas of the home such as the living room or even the bedroom,” Rebecca explains. “It all begins with a good centrepiece: a cosy grey sofa, or dark fabric bed is a solid, comforting anchor to add and build on. And from there, anything’s possible! To really celebrate this trend, animal-inspired decor and art are a fun way to go, and other tropical elements such as palm prints and lush indoor plants also up the ante.

Round off the look with gold or brass accents for an elegant, contemporary touch.”

“Colour also takes the tropical-meets-maximalism approach to new heights by adding a cheerful boost to the space. Whether it’s through brightly-hued cushions and throws or colour-blocking the walls, opting for striking colour combinations - such as Pantone’s Living Coral with teal - really embraces the tropical aesthetic and creates a strong, stylish contrast.”

Opt for a light, breezy palette for relaxed, minimalist style

Tropical’s calmer, natural qualities can also be embraced through a more minimalist aesthetic.

“This take on tropical works in all parts of the home, all the way from the living area to dining room, thanks to its welcoming, soothing aesthetic,” Rebecca says. “It’s a stylish, versatile look that can be adapted from season to season, while still evoking a fresh, summery feel.”

“Opt for airy hues like off-whites and cream for a breezy, well-lit interior. This creates a chic backdrop for a comfy grey velvet sofa, or even a rich green settee for a luxe boost. Soften the look with various textures such as cushions, rugs, and of course, natural greenery to keep in with the tropical theme.”

Green’s lighter tones can also double as a stylish neutral for the walls. “Sage is still a trending colour for the home, and its tranquil vibes fit right into a minimalist, tropical-inspired space,” adds Rebecca.

“Its soothing, warm undertones offer a subtle pop of colour, and lends a welcoming feel to rooms like the dining area. Lighter furniture will contrast beautifully with this versatile hue – a white dining set stands out nicely as a strong focal point. Natural textures are go-to elements for this look, so slip in materials like rattan and wood to tie the entire room together.” www.furniturechoice.co.uk

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LUXURY PERSONIFIED C

astelnau Tiles is an independent, family run tile business with showrooms in Barnes, Kingston and Esher. They have been selling to both trade and retail customers for nearly 40 years.

Castelnau Tiles source their tiles directly from many factories in Italy, Spain and across the globe, and provide a competitively-priced, reliable and professional service. They are passionate about design and can assist you with all aspects of your tiling requirements.

In March 2019, Castelnau Tiles opened their newest showroom in Esher, Surrey. The new showroom, based on Esher High Street, is a complete tile design studio – so whatever stage you may be in your refurbishment, it is definitely worth a visit!

“We’ve been working closely with architects and designers for many years and really wanted a place they could feel comfortable bringing their clients.

We wanted the showroom to reflect the passion we have for tiles and interior design, I think we have achieved that. It’s a really nice space where you can browse our ranges, have a coffee and sit and discuss ideas with your designer or architect,’ explains Managing Director Liam Gallagher.

Castelnau Tiles has selected a range of highquality tiles from leading tile importers worldwide with a focus on quality, design and value. They specialise in supplying large format floor and wall tiles for indoor and outdoor areas, large marble slab effect porcelain, as well as all types of kitchen tiles and bathroom tiles. Their main tile ranges include Victorian Tiles, Encaustic Pattern tiles, Ceramic tiles, Porcelain floor and wall tiles and a large selection of look-a-like porcelain wood tiles.

In addition to their extensive ranges of tiles from around the world, Castelnau Tiles also provides: • a free, no-obligation tiling quotation service • a guaranteed tile installation service • the manufacture and installation of kitchen worktops and vanity tops • a full after-care service • a wide selection of under floor heating products, fixing materials and maintenance products Please contact your local Castelnau Tiles Showroom for further information…

Castelnau Tile Studio, 12 High Street, Esher, Surrey KT10 9RT. 01372 466318 Castelnau Tiles, 36 Cambridge Road, Kingston, Surrey KT1 3JY. 020 8547 2551 Castelnau Tiles, 145a Church Road, Barnes, London SW13 9HR. 020 8741 2452 www.castelnautiles.co.uk.

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ell it’s on a life support machine at least and the government are doing their very best to pull the plug. There is still a core of investors keeping it alive but it’s nowhere near the busy market it once was.

So how is the rental market being fuelled with a supply of stock for the private rented sector? On the whole it’s not but one contributor is the owneroccupiers who can’t sell and are deciding to rent out their homes instead. This however is mainly larger houses and doesn’t really help with the need for flats and affordable homes.

The government really needs to go to Spec Savers with their short sighted view of the housing market, although not really surprising given that we’ve had eight housing ministers in as many years!

Continued legislation and meddling with the private rented sector makes it less and less appealing to investors. We are told this is done to assist first time buyers get on the ladder and deter the greedy landlords. But it’s not working. First time buyers still aren’t buying because mortgages are hard to get and the right homes aren’t being built. Shortage in stock, plus increased legislation and taxation means that rents will rise, fact. This then hits the people that the government are trying to help, so the housing market is not only on life support but the doctor just shot himself in the foot too.

Out of this however comes opportunity for the smart few. Property is still, long term, a safe place to keep your money. Even if the market remains flat or dips for the next 2-5 years it would be a very negative forecaster that wouldn’t agree capital growth over 10 years +. So, rents are on the way up and sales are soft, that means there are deals to be done. Many developments are offering excellent incentives to purchasers so now is the time to strike.

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legislation and red tape to wade through but this is where a good agent is worth their weight. By that I don’t mean the new breed of cheap pretenders in call centres but experienced and qualified agents of which there are thousands out there in most High Streets and local offices. Talk to them, see what their market is doing, what type of property is in short supply and where there is strong demand. They will guide you through the legal maze, motivated by having a new Buy To Let landlord….which is a rare commodity nowadays.

Sheila Martin and Jamie Wheatley have been handling investment properties for 30 years and have a wealth of experience in the Surrey Market. Why not call or pop in for a chat 01932 855801. www.martinandwheatley.com

“The government really needs to go to Spec Savers with their short sighted view of the housing market, although not really surprising given that we’ve had eight housing ministers in as many years! Continued legislation and meddling with the private rented sector makes it less and less appealing to investors”

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Going for grey R

ume was established over fourteen years ago when husband and wife Richard and Libby Baker left the family furniture firm to strike out on their own.

The philosophy behind the new company was to delight in the beautiful and the beautifully made and to pursue this by making lovely furniture of original design to the very highest standards here in England.

Taking the idea of classic English furniture as a starting point Richard stripped it back to its barest essentials to capture its inimitable timelessness. It is this enduring yet contemporary quality that is quintessentially Rume.

The pieces are never mere copies, never pastiche, they are resolute in their contained elegance and confidence, furniture that is both familiar and startlingly original. To complement this contradiction Libby started to gather together an unrestrained collection of accessories and cushions from just about everywhere.

The idea was not to choose items that would simply blend or fade into the background but to source objects that would not only hold their own but also work together, it was in fact an extension of what Richard and Libby had been doing for years in their own home.

With the inclusion of beautiful lighting from some of the most regarded designers and manufacturers

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in the world it has developed over time into a unique look, one of playful sophistication and elegant eclecticism. There is no reason why a well considered interior has to be dull or dutiful and Richard and Libby have made it their mission to slay the overstuffed, to cheer the earnest mantelpiece and to banish once and for all the beige.

We can’t get enough of the yellow and grey combo, it’s an ongoing obsession at Rume.Cheery and stylish what more could you want? www.rume.co.uk

“The pieces are never mere copies, never pastiche, they are resolute in their contained elegance”