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Photography Summer School Children can learn all about photography on this 3 day course. Each day they will learn new skills, building up their course portfolio for a photographic exhibition, where parents will be invited to attend and celebrate their children’s amazing work. Sharp Shots Photo Club will be teaching 3 days of exciting, inspiring and fun photography courses for children ages 9-15. Your child will learn how a camera works, what exposure means, how to use depth of field, shutter speed, and the fundamentals of composing an amazing photograph. Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH

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OUT & ABOUT 14 july Broughton Fire Station Open Day

29 JULY

Prudential Ride LondonSurrey FOR the hospice of st francis Cycle for The Hospice of St Francis. They are looking for people to saddle up for them in one of London’s most iconic cycling events this year – Prudential Ride London-Surrey 100 on 29th July. Take on a cycling challenge and raise money for charity at the same time. www.stfrancis.org.uk

A fun day out with the kids! Lots of fire trucks. Fire demonstrations. BBQ andRaffle. Bouncy castle, an ice cream van and coconut shy. Plus, soak a firefighter, visit the cafe and browse many more stalls. 12pm-4pm with free entry. Broughton Fire Station, Childs Way, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK10 9AP

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Man’s Best Friend Monthly Dog Walk Join the dogs of Stowe on a paw patrol with a different theme and leader each month. The event will take place in the gardens. Please meet our walk leader in the Courtyard of the New Inn before you enter through the visitor welcome area and start the walk. Stowe, New Inn Farm, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire MK18 5EQ

15 JULY

Creative Writing Course Enjoy creative writing with Claire Steele. Big Myth Workshops: Oneday writing workshops, inspired by myths and legends. Places must be booked in advance – don’t forget to bring a packed lunch! For full details about each of these workshops please visit www.qpc.org. 10am - 4pm. £15/£12 members Queens Park Arts Centre Queens Park Aylesbury Bucks Buckinghamshire HP21 7RT 1 2 J U LY 2 0 1 8

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Fit Club Amersham Summer Open Day Book in for a free taster class (Kettle Bells, Spin, Body Weight Blitz, TRX & Core Fit, HIIT, Muffin Tops) or a free PT session at our new, boutique gym. Specialist advice for your fitness and nutrition goals this Summer. 8am-1pm. Tel: 01494 432088 or email info@fitclubamersham.co.uk. 16 Woodside Road, Amersham, Byckinghamshire HP6 6AJ

21 & 22 july classic Vehicles Show Come and admire an amazing collection of classic cars, lorries, traditional fire engines, motorcycles and historic bicycles. You will also be able to come and see a collection of historic tractors and wagons on our farm, which was once used for filming TV drama Downton Abbey. 10am - 5pm . Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire HP8 4AB

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14 JULY

Draw with Nick Sharratt Join inspirational children’s author and illustrator Nick Sharratt for a fun-filled family drawing workshop and find out what inspires his unique drawings. Book on 01491 415600

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Tall Tales and Songs Dive into the work of Nick Sharratt’s marvellous stories and drawings – you could meet a pirate or a wellyphant, and create your own colourful characters.

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Yo Ho Ho! Make a pirate’s chest containing secret treasures. See some real treasure and discover Nick Sharratt’s swashbuckling tales! All at River and Rowing Museum, Mill Meadows, Henley-on-Thames RG9 1BF

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Children’s Summer Holiday Workshops at Queens Park Arts Centre Wed 25 July: Pottery Summer Houses with Elizabeth Browning: Make your own cottage in a beautiful garden. Thu 26 July: Effalante Runs Away with Pippa North: Our little elephant needs a new outfit and a comfy bed to sleep in. Fri 27 July: Rainbow Unicorns with Pippa North: Beautiful prancing unicorns to put on your wall! Fri 27 July: Coiled Pots & Containers with Helen Neighbour: Make some amazing pots and containers, all from coils of clay. All workshops are for ages 7+ unless otherwise stated. Wear an apron and bring a packed lunch! 10am-3pm. Discounts available and places must be pre-booked. Queens Park Arts Centre Queens Park Aylesbury Bucks Buckinghamshire HP21 7RT

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Willow Lodge - Open Garden for NGS A collaborative vegetable garden in Catherine’s garden. Tended by four local people each sharing in the toil and the spoils of the produce. We have a no dig approach and love cut and come again produce. We are largely organic and we sell our fresh salad to fund the collective costs. Home-made teas. teas, coffees, cakes and snacks. perhaps even a glass of Pimms. 9.30am-5pm. Willow Lodge, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire MK17 9DY 1 4 J U LY 2 0 1 8

Meet Sharpe’s Rifles Meet Napoleonic soldiers and find out about the life of a Rifleman in Wellington’s army during the Peninsular War Visit the living history encampment and learn how the soldiers’ families lived Watch a thrilling display of military skill as the soldiers skirmish (please note that this will include gunfire). Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire HP8 4AB

CHARITY Butterfly Ball A glittering ball is being held at one of the world’s oldest rowing clubs later this year in aid of people with life-limiting conditions. The South Bucks Community Hospice is arranging the ‘Butterfly Ball 2018’ at the prestigious Leander Club in Henley on Saturday October 13. The club is celebrating its 200th anniversary this year. Proceeds from the event will go to help patients at the hospice based at Butterfly House, High Wycombe. Now hospice trustees are appealing for companies and individuals to back the ball by either donating sponsorship or by selling tables and sourcing items for the raffle and auction. Trustee Alan Chandler said: “We are really looking forward to this event and hope that the community will join in with us by either attending or by sponsoring an aspect of the event, such as the meal, the band, the magician or the wine. It should be a fantastic evening and it will be of enormous help to people who rely on our hospice.” Contact Alan Chandler on 07831 372711 or ac@chandlergarvey.com

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The Longines Global Champions Tour The Longines Global Champions Tour brings together the top show jumpers in the world to compete in the most prestigious locations for unprecedented prize money.

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he Championship spans three continents and takes in the world’s greatest cities including Paris, Monaco, Madrid, Miami Beach, Shanghai, Rome and Doha, Qatar. Spectacular world class sport and entertainment across seventeen international events. The Tour kicked off its 13th season in the spectacular destination of Mexico City in March, with a new addition to the sport of show jumping coming this December, the GC Playoffs. The Tour offers some of the most explosive

and exciting competition of any equestrian series. Olympic, World and Continental Champions and members of the London 2012 Olympic Games gold medal team will battle fiercely for the title of overall season Champion of Champions 2018 and the lion’s share of the bonus prize fund. The UK leg of the Championship race is held in the spectacular Royal Hospital Chelsea. Founded by King Charles II over 300 years ago, it has provided care and comradeship for veterans, known the world over as the Chelsea Pensioners. This unique location

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also plays host to the world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show each year. World class show jumping will take place on the South Grounds which lead down to the River Thames with the breathtaking backdrop of the heritage buildings designed by Sir Christopher Wren. The UK has a strong equestrian community with millions riding and following the top British show jumpers as they compete around the world. The London event on the Longines Global Champions Tour calendar will be the 13th event on the circuit, coming at a key stage in the 2018 season when the ranking battle will be at full throttle. The top horses and riders in the world will be in action on Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the event, with the first round of the GCL London taking place on Friday. Saturday will see the GCL London final and the LGCT Grand Prix of London, and Sunday will see a final day of top sport with a thrilling jump off class to finish. Available to watch live online via GC TV and on Eurosport or national networks, millions of people tune in or visit our events each year to enjoy thrilling action from the world’s premier show jumping series, featuring the biggest stars in the sport.Head over to www.gcglobalchampions.com for more information.

Enjoy a world-class VIP experience with exclusive access to competitors and the action... VIP Hospitality provides an elegant, yet relaxed social setting where guests can enjoy world-class equestrian sport and privileged access to the sport’s stars. Exclusive behind-thescenes experiences, including ‘live’ course walks with the athletes and the chance to go back stage to see the equine stars at the stables, are unmissable opportunities. GC Club delivers high quality hospitality with attentive service from breakfast to lunch and from afternoon tea to dinner. Guests enjoy a full day of culinary specialities, authentically and creatively reflecting local cuisine and delivered with the passion of GC Club. A beautiful and unique setting to entertain important clients or to enjoy the highest level of equestrian sport with family and friends from the comfort of your ringside seating. Enjoy wonderful hospitality at this historic and iconic venue in the heart of London at Royal Hospital Chelsea. Book your dedicated table with ringside seating and food and beverage throughout the day in the GC Hospitality Lounge by contacting gcglobalchampions.com/hospitality Or buy tickets in the new GC Champions Lounge on ticketmaster.co.uk

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July at Chorleywood Bookshop

July is a busy, busy month for events at your local indie bookshop! Culinary delights for food lovers, an exasperated parent and two marvellous debut authors at the beautiful Chenies Manor.

ward winning chefs and Honey & Co founders Sarit and Itamar will be joining us at the idyllic Peterley Manor Farm in Missenden, HP16 0HH on Thursday 5th July, 7.30pm, to celebrate their new cookbook ‘Honey & Co at Home’. There will be Pimms on arrival, while Sarit and Itamar whip up some delicious recipes from their new book ‘ At Home’. Plus there will be samples for all to try! Tickets £10.00 to include a Pimm’s, book will be £20.00 on the night. ‘Why Mummy Swears’ is the much-anticipated new novel from Gill Sims, author of the hilarious ‘Why Mummy Drinks’ and Facebook sensation Peter and Jane. This fictionalised version of life as an exhausted working mum will ring true for many parents! Why not take a well-deserved night off with Gill Sims on Monday 9th July, 7.30pm at Sarratt Village Hall, WD3 6AS and meet likeminded mums, get a FREE book and enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco! Tickets are £15 to include a copy of the book ‘Why Mummy Swears’ plus a glass of prosecco. Summertime is always great for fantastic debut fiction and Helen Cullen and Ann Youngson are just that. These two talented novelists will be celebrating the publication of their first books on Wednesday 11th July, 7.30pm at Chenies Manor, WD3 6ER. This promises to be a delightful evening celebrating two very different yet remarkable stories… Author Ann Youngson is 70 years old, yes you read that correctly. Ann is 70 years (young) and has just had her debut novel published by Transworld (a subsidiary of Penguin Random House). Her novel ‘ Meet Me at the Museum’ has been tipped as this Summer’s must read! 1 8 J U LY 2 0 1 8

When Tina Hopgood writes a letter of regret to a man she has never met, she doesn’t expect a reply. When Anders Larsen, a lonely museum curator, answers it, nor does he. Slowly their correspondence blossoms as they bare their souls to each other with stories of joy, anguish and discovery. ‘Meet Me at the Museum’ is a deep and luminous story of late love and second chances - an enduring novel of ideas about life, love and the surprises it throws at us.

“An ode to the power of words and the lost art of letter writing” Let us not forget Helen Cullen, whose debut novel ‘The Lost Letters of William Woolf ’ is an ode to the power of words and the lost art of letter writing. ‘The Lost Letters of William Woolf ’, follows the life of protagonist William, who is one of thirty letter detectives who spend their days solving mysteries inside the Dead Letters Depot in East London, sifting through wrongly addressed birthday cards, love letters and unanswered prayers. But when William discovers letters addressed simply to ‘My Great Love’ his work takes on new meaning. Written by a woman to a soulmate she hasn’t met yet, the missives stir William in ways he didn’t know were possible… Tickets £10.00 to include a glass of Pimm’s and nibbles. Books will be £18.00 for both books on the night. www.chilternbookshops.co.uk

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Concours of Elegance Hampton Court Palace, 31 August - 2 September

he most astonishing cars ever produced, Palace of Holyroodhouse in 2015, back to Windsor a line-up of world-famous luxury in 2016 and then finding itself a semi-permanent brands, and one of the UK’s most home at Hampton Court Palace in 2017, where it beautiful historic settings. That’s the very returns this year. As the Concours of Elegance has successful recipe for the world-famous Concours evolved over the years – always with a stunning of Elegance, which is coming to Hampton Court collection of cars at its heart – it has morphed into Palace from 31st August – 2 September. a celebration of luxury goods, fine food and drink, Presented by luxury watchmakers, A. Lange & wonderful music and superb displays of art. Söhne, the Concours of Elegance first began at But it’s worth spending a bit of time focusing Windsor Castle in 2012, as the only motoring on the cars: the line-up is a veritable feast event ever to have been granted access to of the most famous brands in the the secretive and idyllic Quadrant. world; Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti Since then, the event has grown, and Lamborghini all feature. But READER hosted at St James’s Palace in 2013, each car in the Concours must be OFFER: Hampton Court Palace in 2014, the invited to attend, and in order to get 2-4-1 get an invitation, your car must tickets be extremely special. An expert Concours of Elegance Steering Committee of motoring aficionados pick one-offs, rarities and models with incredible backstories to invite to Hampton Court Palace to create a truly special line-up of vehicles. On display is an impeccable 1912 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost ‘Taj Mahal’, originally owned by the Maharaja of Nabha, featuring a special tropical electrical system, specified for its first role in life as a demonstrator for the Bombay Rolls-Royce sales office. Then there’s the 1935 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Prototype, one of three currently known to exist. With its original body panels and engine, this 83-year-old car has covered less than 27,000km since new.

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“The line-up is a veritable feast of the most famous brands in the world; Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti and Lamborghini all feature”

The line-up continues into the more modern era, too, with Jaguar’s 200mph ‘90s supercar, the XJ220 – one of just 281 built – and the 2018 Ferrari GTC4 Lusso ‘Tailor Made’. In fact, the standard of cars is so high that there is no judging panel – just securing a place in Hampton Court Palace is an enormous achievement itself. Instead, the owners of the cars themselves vote on which they deem to be the most elegant. In total, nearly 1000 cars will gather in the Palace grounds over the weekend, as a selection of vintage Jaguars competes for the Jaguar Trophy, and modern and classic Bentleys fight it out for the Bentley Trophy. The Royal Automobile Club Trophy sees a gathering of the UK’s finest car clubs, from Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Aston Martin, entering their finest vehicles for an opportunity to in a muchvaunted place among the Main Concours in the 2019 event. All of these cars provide a unique atmosphere for a whole host of luxury experiences at Concours of Elegance, including three-course luxury picnics from Tom Aikens. The Tom’s Kitchen Deli British picnics – totally UK-sourced and locally produced – include charcuterie, cheese, fresh bread and strawberries. Visitors also have a range of other

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hospitality choices, including three-course silver service lunch, afternoon tea and a champagne reception by Taittinger. There’s the opportunity for a bit of luxury shopping, too, with pop-up boutiques from the likes of fine horologists A. Lange & Söhne and their intricately crafted German timepieces. You’ll also find fashion brands, including Lock & Co Hatters and Henry Poole, and arthouses like Collier Dobson. As if all of that’s not enough, your entry ticket to the Concours of Elegance also guarantees you access to Hampton Court Palace, the State Rooms and the Maze.

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Classic Ibiza with Ministry of sound AT HATFIELD HOUSE SET TO SELL-out

on’t miss this family friendly party at Hatfield House on Saturday 1st September. Following the resounding success of Classic Ibiza with Ministry of Sound in 2017, the high demand for tickets at this year’s concert at Hatfield House indicate that it will sell-out ahead of schedule. So, sign up now if you don’t want to miss The Urban Soul Orchestra, DJ Goldierocks and a host of live vocalists performing some of the biggest dance tracks from the last 20 years. The evening starts with a chill-out set where people can enjoy their picnics and a drink, or dance along as the sun fades. Then DJ Goldierocks will turn things up in the interval, getting the crowd into the mood before the USO and vocalists return to the stage to ramp things up into full, party mode. The second set last year started with Fat Boy Slim’s “Right Here Right Now” and Insomnia’s “Faithless”. The euphoric crowd responded by getting on their feet and dancing, while the accompanying lasers turned the setting into a magical, alfresco nightclub. One classic dance track followed another and the atmosphere was electric. This year’s set list will include a number of new tracks that are sure to thrill the crowd. To add to the excitement, at Easter concertgoers will be able to suggest their favourite dance anthems to be included in the programme on social media. More details of this will follow. Because of the increased capacity at this year’s concert, giant screens will be positioned around the stage to ensure that everyone can soak in

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the atmosphere. In addition to the amazing artists, what really sets Classic Ibiza apart is that it is a concert for all the family. Set in the delightful outdoor setting of Hatfield House, with easy access to transport links, concert goers can bring their own food and drink, or take advantage of numerous stalls selling high-quality street-food and refreshments. Car-parking is free (both for coaches and cars), so whether you are six or 60 you are assured of having a fantastic evening in a safe and family-friendly environment. Lisa Ward of Revival Productions commented: “We carefully plan every aspect of Classic Ibiza to ensure that everyone that attends the concert is assured of having a truly unforgettable evening. We’ve worked with the fantastic Urban Soul Orchestra for a number of years and can guarantee that they will put on an amazing show. My team’s job is to enhance people’s experience so that they want to come back for more. Hatfield has been selected this year because of its easy access to transport links, with Hatfield station being located opposite the pedestrian entrance to the grounds. In addition, we ensure that people can get on and off the site easily, can enjoy themselves in a safe environment and don’t have to queue for ages to use the toilet! Considering the amount of repeat bookings that we have received, our approach appears to be working. So, if you are coming and want to bring your family and friends along too, it’s advisable to book your tickets now.”

THE DETAILS Tickets: Adults: £39.50. Children: (aged 5 –16) £17.50. Under 5’s free. Programme: 5:30 pm: car parks and gates open. 7:30 pm: chill-out set. 8:30 pm: interval with live DJ. 9:00 pm: dance set and laser light show. 10:15 pm: concert finishes. For full event details and tickets visit www.classicibiza.co.uk or call the event box office on 01283 841601.

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Pre nuptial agreements Are couples setting their relationships up for failure? Fran Hipperson from B P Collins believes not at all. While couples can be completely and utterly in love, there’s still room for pragmatism.

lanning your wedding is a time of great excitement. There is so much to think about – the venue, the ceremony, the dress and the honeymoon. But how many couples think about the prenuptial agreement? Understandably those two words could stop many a happy couple in their tracks before they get anywhere close to exchanging rings. Yet the reality is that more couples are considering them as a wise precaution. A prenuptial agreement should be an agreement between future spouses or civil partners, and not one person imposing what they want on the other. It can help to reduce or prevent expensive court proceedings if the relationship comes to an end. Typically, couples may decide on a prenuptial agreement where one brings more wealth into a marriage and wants to protect it in the event of divorce. Or it may be that one party already has children and wants to preserve property or monies

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for them. Having a prenuptial agreement won’t give you a cast iron guarantee on the outcome, but it can certainly affect the way the Judge applies his or her discretion when making the final award and that has to be worthwhile. More importantly prenups are more likely to help couples resolve matters amicably because they have already addressed matters before they got married. Both parties should take separate, independent legal advice to ensure fairness and that there is no duress or chance of misrepresentation. Each side must be open and honest with the other, so that if one party is giving up future rights or entitlements, they make an informed decision with all relevant information. If you decide a prenuptial agreement is for you then the time to start planning this is as soon as you decide to get married. If you wait until a couple of months before the big day, the emotion and the stress can put you both under huge pressure. And then, once it’s done, you can get back to planning for one of the biggest days of your life. www.bpcollins.co.uk. 01753 889995. enquiries@bpcollins.co.uk

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Twilight Years, Trusts & Fitbits

ith my birthday on the horizon, and a slight twinge in my back, I have come to the realisation that time waits for no one. Gone are the days of youthful exuberance and infectious enthusiasm. These have been replaced with copious amounts of private pension material and life insurance literature. It’s as if the world is trying to tell me, through the medium of glossy A5 pamphlets, that it’s time to prepare for my twilight years. This leads me to the topic of Life Interest Trusts. One of their benefits being the safeguarding of assets from dreaded care home fees. Taking an example of a married couple with adult children would be the simplest way to explain their ‘black magic’. We will need to assume that the couple jointly own a mortgage-free property. If the husband died, the property would pass to the surviving wife. If she entered a care home and was unable to pay the care home fees, a charge could be placed on the property. Upon her death, the charge would enable the care home to claim a proportion of the sale proceeds to recoup their fees. But don’t despair as there is a possible solution! The surviving spouse would be wise to transfer the property into one of these ‘magical’ trusts during her lifetime. If the property is valued over £325,000 then an Inheritance Tax Charge of 20% would be immediately payable on the amount above this threshold. The children would be named as the 2 8 J U LY 2 0 1 8

Trustees. It is important that there are a minimum of two Trustees. They would be responsible for the Trust and named as the legal owners of the property at the Land Registry. It is possible to place a restriction at the Land Registry to ensure that the Trustees seek the parent’s permission prior to any dealings with the property. The parent would be classed as a Life Interest Beneficiary under the terms of the Trust. This enables her to remain in the property for her lifetime despite no longer owning the home. The children would be classed as the Remaindermen. The care home would not be able to place a charge on the property as the wife no longer owns it. Is that the sound of you falling off your chair? Well, kindly pick yourself up and dust yourself down as the pièce de resistance still needs to be delivered. Upon the wife’s death, the property would pass to the children without the need of a costly Grant of Probate. I had intended to treat myself to a Fitbit for my birthday to combat the slowing down of my metabolism. However, setting up a Life Interest Trust may be gift that keeps on giving! K J Smith Solicitors are specialists in family law, with offices in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, Surrey, Hampshire & London. We are recognised by the Legal 500 as a Leading Firm. Why not contact us to arrange a free initial consultation? Call 01491 630 000 or email wtp@kjsmith.co.uk (Wills, Trusts & Probate)

Michael Swan graduated with a Medical Sciences degree from Imperial College London before studying at the University of Law. He is both a qualified Solicitor and Notary Public and has been called to the Grenadian Bar. Michael has experience in Private Client matters including Will drafting, Lasting and Enduring Powers of Attorney, Court of Protection applications and probate matters. He is committed to delivering a high standard of service in a supportive and empathetic manner.

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July recipe & kitchen news

he English tomato season runs from June to October and is now at its peak. There has been a great revival over the past few years of the traditional tomato varieties and this has provided inspiration for our refreshing summer starter of Heritage tomatoes with goat’s curd. Nasturtium flowers and leaves add the addition of a radish like heat and a cooling passion fruit dressing and fresh basil finishes the dish. The skill lies in the sourcing of the best flavoured tomatoes. A heritage (or heirloom) tomato is generally considered to be a tomato variety that has been passed down through several generations, which means the seeds are pure and untouched of chemicals. Hence, the

tomatoes provide a superior flavour. The Isle of Wight has become renowned for its Heritage tomatoes – grown on organic soil, the earlier summer sunshine sweetens the fruit and brings out the fragrant flavour. There are many different varieties all shapes and sizes and colours from tones of red, green to orange, yellow and striped which make for a delightfully looking plate. Look out for these special tomatoes at farm shops and a lot of the foodie supermarkets now have them on their shelves. If the Isle of Wight variety are not available the English are now mid-season just as good. Enjoy this light summer dish with a glass of crisp white wine on your patio or balcony and take advantage of these balmy summer days.

RECIPE: Isle of Wight Heritage Tomato Salad with Goat’s Curd, Nasturtium, Fresh Basil and a Passion Fruit Dressing Ingredients: Serves 4 • 800g of Heirloom tomatoes mixed variety – room temperature • 1 teasp sea salt • 1 teasp caster sugar • 200 g good quality goat’s curd • Juice of half a lemon • salt and freshly ground pepper

Method:

Dressing • ½ tablesp White balsamic vinegar • 50 ml olive oil • 2 x large passion fruit • Squeeze of lemon juice To serve • 50g Nasturtium flowers and leaves • ½ bunch fresh basil • ½ flute of French bread

To put you in the mood for those balmy days we invite Life Series Readers to sample our Lunch Tasting Menu, with a complimentary glass of a crisp rose from Provence upon arrival - with its bouquet of strawberries, white flowers and hints of vanilla – the perfect beginning for a Summer Lunch Tasting Experience the culinary theatre of the open kitchen and view Laurie and his team in action at the Pass. Lunch Tasting offer is available from Tuesday to Friday lunchtime until the end of July 2018 for just £38 per person - optional wine flight £18 **please mention ‘Lunch Offer’ when making your reservation

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vinegar, olive oil squeeze of lemon juice and 1. Take the tomatoes mix well. Season with salt and freshly ground Have the tomatoes and removing the hard pepper ready at room temperature, core, cut into nice slices. the warmth brings out the wedges and cubes To serve flavour and the aroma. If the 2. Lay out on a tray 1. Arrange the marinated tomatoes on four nasturtium flowers and leaves 3. Mix with the sea salt, plates add the nasturtium flowers and leaves are not available they can be sugar and then allow to and add 3 small quenelles of the seasoned replaced with peppery marinade for 1/2 hour goat’s curd on each, Finish with the passion fruit rocket leaves. 4. Wash the nasturtium leaves, dressing, fresh basil leaves and serve with the very flowers and fresh basil very gently thin sliced toasted bruschetta. and pat dry – tear gently in half 5. Slice the bread thinly and brush with olive oil and toast on both sides until crisp 6. Place the goats curd in a bowl and season with the lemon juice, salt and freshly ground pepper Dressing 1. Cut the passion fruit in half and scoop out the passion fruit seeds and pulp, add the white balsamic

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Celebrate summer

The Artichoke Restaurant is located at: 9 Market Square Old Amersham HP7 ODF Telephone: 01494726611 www.artichokerestaurant.co.uk

Bar-B-q season! • Handmade kebabs • Marinated meats • Butterflied legs of lamb • Caribbean chicken • Spicy handmade burgers Many flavours of handmade sausages PLUS: Chicken kiev | Handmade quiches | Handmade pies | Sausage rolls | Scotch eggs

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How do you split luxury assets in divorce? Dividing personal possessions in a divorce can often cause conflict, and hobbies and luxury assets can be more complicated to split amicably. Family lawyers at Royds Withy King highlight issues that need to be considered when going through a divorce.

n the large majority of cases, a divorce is settled reasonably amicably by agreement. The house, the dog, any savings, and the responsibility for raising children can be agreed without having to resort to the courts. But when considerable amounts of money are involved, a divorce naturally becomes more complicated. If you or your partner have a passionate hobby, perhaps keeping horses or a valued collection such as wine or classic cars or luxury items such as yachts and planes, divorce can lead to bitter arguments when both parties want to keep those assets. When negotiating a financial settlement as part of a divorce, the parties should give full disclosure of all assets over ÂŁ500. This will include clothes, jewellery, and of course, collections, hobbies and luxury items. All assets are put into a pot to be shared. There are many ways to divide belongings and luxury assets. Couples can pick and choose items that they wish to take with them, or the pot can be equally divided. Often, couples will create a wish list of things that they would particularly like to keep hoping that their partner will agree. When they cannot agree, it is the courtsâ€™ unenviable task to

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decide who gets what. Where substantial amounts of cash or investments are involved, that decision may be a little easier as those assets are far more straightforward to divide. The husband with a treasured Ferrari or Lamborghini, for example, may be able to keep the car with his estranged wife taking a cash equivalent. And then there will be assets where it makes little sense to divide equally. Take, for example, a wife who enjoys riding and keeping horses, an interest not shared by her husband. A divorce settlement may quite sensibly leave the wife with the horses. The courts will also look at the lifestyle maintained during a marriage and the divorce settlement may, if sufficient assets are available, include an ongoing maintenance grant to allow that lifestyle to be maintained. It may well be that as a result of dividing assets, there is not enough left in the pot to allow one party to maintain a stable of horses or sports cars. Then, the courts will be asked to decide, taking into account other family expenditure and income, whether there is enough left to keep these luxuries. It is wise to take advice if you are unsure as to how assets could be divided with your spouse if you are contemplating a divorce. Cost effective, pragmatic and expert help could save you significant amounts on contested financial proceedings and may help you achieve an agreement without the need for court. Royds Withy King is a City law firm with a local presence. Their Family team are based in Buckinghamshire and the home counties as are many of their clients. Contact specialists Emma McMorrow or Vandana Chitroda for advice on finances in separation and divorce.

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Top tips for choosing your perfect wedding venue

Choosing your wedding venue is one of the first, and one of the most important, decisions you’ll make when it comes to planning your wedding, so you want to get it right. Audrey, of Sapphire Weddings and Events, a High Wycombebased wedding and events planners, offers her advice on the factors to consider before making that all important booking.

Location

Timings

You don’t have to get married in the area where you live but do take into account how easy it will be for your guests to get to the venue and stay onsite, or at least nearby. If you have a lot of international guests, the venue’s proximity to an airport is important. Will you want your ceremony, reception and evening party to take place in one place? If not, how do you plan on transferring guests between venues?

If you have to get married on a specific date at a specific time then you may have to book way in advance, especially if you’re hoping for a peak, summer season date. It’s not unusual for couples to book their venue a year or 18 months before their wedding day in order to get their chosen date. Unless you’re willing and able to be flexible, you will need to take this into account.

Budget

Whether it’s the first or fifth venue that you see which steals your heart, when you find ‘the one’ always visit it again – more than once. On the second (or even third) visit, ensure you’ve still got that ‘feeling’; talk to as many staff members as possible and ask all those questions you forgot to ask on the first visit. If the venue is hosting a wedding fair, try to go along and see it all dressed up and full of people. You’ll also get a sense of how pleasant the staff team is with guests. If you’re still hooked, now’s the time to start discussing deals! Visit www.sapphireweddingsandevents.co.uk to find out more about Audrey’s wedding planning services.

Set your venue budget early on to help narrow down your choice. It’s a good idea to call your long list of venues and ask about costs so you only view those in your price range. Your guest list will impact on your budget - the more people you invite, the higher your costs will be. Clarify any hidden costs before you sign any contracts. If you know you’re going to have a lot of guests or your favourite venue is edging towards the higher end of your budget, it’s worth asking about off-season or weekday rates.

Theme Do you prefer a rustic country-garden or more of a modern marquee? Your chosen venue will directly influence the theme of your wedding so if you’re into vintage charm more than contemporary glamour, shortlist your venues accordingly. What type of cuisine would you like to serve and is the venue able to accommodate this? Can you choose and use your own suppliers? Are you able to have your favourite live band play? You may love the idea of bringing the day to a close with fireworks but does the venue allow this? A lot goes into setting the theme of your big day and the venue plays an important role in this – be sure to ask a lot of questions! 3 4 J U LY 2 0 1 8

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Legends of Las Vegas Gala Raises £4,895 for Local Hospice

ayden Solicitors were proud to host a Las Vegas themed evening of dining and entertainment at The Gatsby in Berkhamsted on Wednesday 6 June, raising nearly £5,000 for The Hospice of St Francis. Gary Williams, star of the West End’s Rat Pack, entertained the audience with his Las Vegas show covering artists from Nat King Cole to Dean Martin and Perry Como. He ended the evening with an emotional rendition of Frank Sinatra’s My Way. Berkhamsted Partner, Paula Butterworth said “Thank you to everyone who supported this wonderful evening of music and food. Gary Williams was, as always, sublime. We are delighted to have raised nearly £5,000 for the vital work of the Hospice of St Francis. We could not have done so without the support of the Berkhamsted business community and the Berkhamsted and District Chamber of Commerce.” Local companies supporting the event include Solario Racing, Haines Watts, Chamberlain Stean & West, Rumball Sedgwick, Traveltime World and The Diamond Trust. The Hospice of St Francis is Rayden Solicitors’ charity of the year for 2018 providing free, expert care for people living with life-limiting illnesses in West Herts and South Bucks. They also support their families, carers and those close to them.

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Rayden Solicitors opened in Berkhamsted in May 2016, winning Family Law Firm of the Year, South in 2017. They are top tier firm of specialist family law solicitors advising on all aspects of family law, including divorce and relationship breakdown, financial disputes and issues concerning children, as well as pre and post nuptial agreements. This year they opened a third office in Beaconsfield. Rayden Solicitors offices are located at 1 Claridge Court, Lower Kings Road, Berkhamsted, Herts, HP4 2AE. (And above): Gary Williams entertaining on the night Photos courtesy of Mikaela Morgan Photography

The Rayden Solicitors’ Berkhamsted team at the event

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EQUINE LIFESTYLE from PENN ROAD STUDIO

acqueline Ferguson of Penn Road Studio has now moved into Equine photography. “I am really excited about my latest work. This year I have spent a considerable amount of time in the New Forest developing my existing family portrait photoshoots to incorporate the beauty of equine elegance.” Her reputation precedes her and she is now widely known for her original, creative, and beautifully composed photographs of families, both with & without their animals. Her passion for photography and the equine world makes her capable of capturing emotional and dynamic photographs of horses. As a professional photographer offering photography for both individuals and equine professionals she captures the unique bond between humans and their equine partners to create memories that will last a lifetime, creating outstanding portfolios for equine professionals including breeders, vets, and trainers. Jacqueline is keen to publicise, to all horse and pony owners that this is a new, innovative style of photography that includes not only a portrait of your horse, but also the emotional connection between horse, owner and their whole family. Included in the service, Jacqueline visits your stables, yard or livery, acquaints herself with the environments and people, before investing time introducing herself to the horse, with a view to drawing the best out of them all during the shoot itself. She then concentrates absolutely on the art of her skill. The images are created with a promise of quality and the words of her clients are very encouraging: “One of the best horsey days we have spent together as mother, daughter and grandmother. We

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are so excited by the photos and the portfolio box is a coffee table favourite.” “Jacqueline is incredible, I would recommend her absolutely as it makes such a difference when your photographer understands the equine breed, their flattering positions and the emotional connection shared between the owner and their horse. Previously “Jed” was so uninterested yet Jacqueline managed to get his attention, capturing sumptuous photos of him! She is patient, friendly and really so much fun to be with. It was a great experience and we were right to choose her.” These endorsements make her even more determined to achieve her ambition of photographing the Queen on horseback in Windsor Great Park, having photographed her previously at a private commission within the exclusive Cavalry and Guards Club. For more information email jacqueline@pennroadstudio.com or call 01494 956944

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Cliveden Literary Festival

The political and literary salon for the 21st century, returns for its second year The festival runs from Saturday 29 – Sunday 30 September 2018 Speakers include Sir Antony Beevor, Sarah Waters, Edmund de Waal, Hanif Kureishi, Paula Byrne, Niall Ferguson, Dambisa Moyo, Alain de Botton, Sir Simon Schama, Priti Patel, David Olusoga, Cherie Blair and Armando Iannucci

n 2017, Cliveden House’s long tradition as a political and literary salon was revived with the launch of the Cliveden Literary Festival. This autumn, the festival returns for its second year on Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 September 2018. Tickets for the festival will go on sale at 9am on 28 June to Cliveden Literary Festival newsletter subscribers and then to the general public, via the festival website, from 9am on Saturday 30 June 2018. The festival takes place at Cliveden House, which sits above the Thames in Buckinghamshire, surrounded by 376 acres of National Trust grounds. In the course of its 350 year history, Cliveden has frequently been a setting for political machinations, romantic intrigues, and intellectual debates. The list of luminaries to have stayed there includes poets and film stars, conservatives and communists, satirists and Prime Ministers. Cliveden has hosted every monarch since Charles II, and recently the house’s longstanding connection with the royal family was the subject of international interest when the Duchess of Sussex chose to stay there on the eve of her wedding. The 2018 programme features: writers and historians Tina Brown, Helen Castor, Sir Harry Evans, Misha Glenny, Dan Jones, Suzannah Lipscomb, Natalie Livingstone, Margaret MacMillan, Catherine Ostler, John Preston, Professor David Reynolds, Andrew Roberts, Simon Sebag Montefiore, Kate Williams and Andrea Wulf; broadcaster Zeinab Badawi; psychologist Tanya Byron; former Head of the British Secret Intelligence Service Sir Richard Dearlove; architects Lord Rogers and Amanda Levete; cultural leaders Director of the V&A Tristram Hunt and CEO of Serpentine Galleries Yana Peel; businesswoman Dame Helena Morrissey; actress Ruth Wilson and many more. Panel topics and sessions for this year’s festival include: reflections on WWI in its centenary

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year; Russia and espionage in the 21st century; women and power; female monarchs; great literary adaptations for film and television; as well as the festival mainstays of history and politics, with a closing debate on Brexit between Philip Collins, Jonathan Freedland, Michael Gove, Anne McElvoy, Kwasi Kwarteng, Stephen Pollard and June Sarpong. This year’s Cliveden Literary Festival is not to be missed. As one of last year’s speakers, Lady Antonia Fraser said: “Cliveden has moved into my top bracket of Literary Festivals: intelligent and also fun.” Chairman of Cliveden Literary Festival and author of The Mistresses of Cliveden, Natalie Livingstone, comments: “I am thrilled that Cliveden is once again hosting such an exciting array of cultural tastemakers, brilliant writers and speakers.” President of Cliveden Literary Festival and author, Professor Andrew Roberts, says: “Following the great success of last year, we are very excited to be presenting another amazing line up, which reflects Cliveden’s central place in the worlds of history, politics, architecture, powerful women and the arts.” The festival is sponsored by Citi Private Bank and Blain|Southern and is supported by the National Trust and Iconic Luxury Hotels. It is presented in association with Tatler and other sponsors and partners include The Arts Club, David Clulow, Sotheby’s, Fortnum & Mason, John Sandoe Books, Sipsmith and Nyetimber. Day Tickets for Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 September: £99 per person per day. Weekend Ticket (for entry to both Saturday 29 and Sunday 30 September): £180 per person. Student discounts available. Pricing is subject to a booking fee at the time of purchase. Find out more about Cliveden Literary Festival at: www.clivedenliteraryfestival.org Twitter: @ClivedenLitFest. Facebook: ClivedenLiteraryFestival. Instagram: @ClivedenLitFest. #ClivedenLitFest2018

“Probably the world’s best small literary festival” – Ian McEwan

“The Cliveden festival is remarkable, all considerations of architecture and landscape apart, for having arrived in the world fully formed. First it wasn’t, then it was. You look out over the marvelously engineered gardens into country you hardly recognise, and count your blessings.” – Howard Jacobson, The Guardian

“It may only be in its second year, but Cliveden has already established itself as the Glyndebourne of literary festivals” – Tatler

“This brand-new bookfest has undoubtedly and excitingly put itself on the cultural map” – The Jewish Chronicle

“Unquestionably the ultimate backdrop for a weekend celebration of literature and history.” – Spears Magazine

“At the Cliveden Literary Festival, the Old Un had a thrillingly high-minded time, listening to authors from Antonia Fraser to Robert Harris” – The Oldie

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King George Weekend at Ascot Racecourse Friday 27th and Saturday 28th July 2018

“This year, the King George Weekend will combine worldclass Flat racing with colourful installations and entertainment”

his is Ascot’s prestige midsummer event and its showpiece race The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes has long been regarded as Europe’s premier midseason middle-distance championship race. Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Brigadier Gerard, Dancing Brave and Montjeu are just some of the luminous names to have lit up King George day in the past. This year, the King George Weekend will combine world-class Flat racing with colourful installations and entertainment with the racecourse’s famous lawns being transformed to pay homage to decades gone by since the meeting first took place in 1951. The Queen Anne Lawn will represent the 1950s and showcase all that is associated with this heart-warming era. From vintage regalia and floral decorations to afternoon tea accompanied by a barber shop quartet. The Stewards Lawn will be the perfect place for a fun festival feel, representing the energetic 1960s and 70s with racegoers being entertained by themed stilt walkers while enjoying retro cocktails in an iconic VW Beetle. Representing the vibrant 1980s and 90s, The Pavilion Lawn will become the Ascot Arcade. Tables will be wrapped in the colours of famous 80s and 90s winning jockey silks while the décor and games will embody the party era with arcade games, a retro DJ set, giant Ker Plunk, an interactive graffiti wall and a silent disco. Bringing things to the present day, The Grandstand Lawn is themed from the noughties onwards with a chilled club atmosphere. A marquee tent will be full of hanging terrariums and luxurious daybeds inviting guests to relax and unwind while

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watching aerial artists perform and enjoying the racing from its own viewing deck. Renowned for singing around the Bandstand after each day of Royal Ascot, the Bandstand Lawn will celebrate the very best of British. Union Jacks will be plentiful and flowers will be resplendent in red, white and blue as the Bandstand comes to life with live music performances throughout the day. Food will take a Best of British theme too with classics such as afternoon tea, fish & chips and cheese on toast. Tickets start from £28 when booked in advance with entry to The Marquee Club available for £53 including Queen Anne Enclosure admission. Children under 18 gain free entry at all Ascot Racedays when accompanied by a paying adult. To buy tickets or for more information on Fine Dining visit www.ascot.co.uk or call 0344 346 3000.

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Here Come the Girls R

WORDS: Michelle Benato

umour has it that British children are less active than ever before, but take a stroll down to Beaconsfield Cricket Club on a Friday evening or a Sunday morning and you’ll witness a scene that belies the national trend. Particularly impressive is the number of girls in evidence, a five-fold increase since last season, the result of concerted efforts by the club to ensure that cricket is seen as an option for everyone. With around 80 girls now joining in the fun, Beaconsfield are bucking a national trend that shows girls shunning traditionally ‘male’ sports due to lack of confidence. Despite the increasing numbers, girls’ cricket coach, Gary Partridge, insists there is more to be done. “With England women winning last year’s World Cup, girls are beginning to accept cricket as a game they can get involved with”, says Partridge. “We’re working hard to make sure the local community knows that we have a strong girls’ section and that we’re happy to welcome all levels, from complete beginners to county players.” Beaconsfield CC, a not-for-profit club run by volunteers, enjoys a close relationship with local community groups, making annual donations of £3,000 to schools in the area from the proceeds of their fireworks display, the largest event in the

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town’s calendar. This year saw club Chairman, Graham Daniel, present cheques in a number of school assemblies, enabling him to talk to pupils about the game and what the club has to offer. One girls’ school has even used the donations to engage cricket coaches to run cricket sessions in PE lessons, enabling them to offer the sport for the first time. With almost 400 colts and girls, youth membership is the largest the Beaconsfield Cricket Club has seen in its 193 year history. We asked the club, what makes it such an attractive proposition for children and their families? “Take a look around” says Graham Daniel, “there’s a fantastic atmosphere, the children are having fun and there’s absolutely no pressure. Meanwhile, the parents are relaxing at the clubhouse with friends and the BBQ is sizzling, whole families are enjoying time together.” The scene is certainly far from reminiscent of the cold, rainy evenings that many parents encounter at the side of a netball court or a rugby pitch in the winter months, this is a far more civilised experience altogether. Whether playing or watching, Beaconsfield Cricket Club is a delightful place to spend long summer evenings and sunny weekends. For more information visit @beaconsfieldcc on Facebook

“With England women winning last year’s World Cup, girls are beginning to accept cricket as a game they can get involved with”

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JOIN THE CLUB 100 BUCKS Members Club launched this Spring to provide lowcost workspaces for people who work in the creative and media industries and live in South Bucks. Housed within the inspiring surroundings of Missenden Abbey, Great Missenden, it offers its members flexible workspaces in which to work, socialise, hold meetings, network and attend engaging events. Club members will have access to networking opportunities, skills training sessions, workshops and business support services. The club will also curate a profiled content stream delivering profitable, high-end events and exhibitions to the highly targeted audience and their families.

The club was founded by 3 South Bucks residents: Gary Pitt. From a media background, Gary is the founder of Alive Activation, a brand parrtnership consultancy working in the UK live event sector. Fozia Hill’s music industry career included projects with Trevor Horn, SEAL, All Saints and Frankie Goes to Hollywood to name but few. Fozia also ran a successful children’s fashion label. Nicola Pitt worked in marketing in fashion, publishing and music followed by a decade in advertising. She currently works at UK festivals and events. Interest in becoming a member can be registered at www.100bucks.club

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I observed a pool of local creative talent going to London to get their fix of inspiration and interaction with likeminded people. Many are freelance or run their own businesses and have a need for local workspace where they can network with each other. We’ve already seen our members start to work together, creating new opportunities for South Bucks businesses. – Gary Pitt

We recognise people’s increasingly flexible work schedules, especially in the creative industries, so it’s a pleasure to share our splendid venue with 100 BUCKS members. – Suze Ward at Missenden Abbey

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H Re Invention Allow me to “Re-Introduce” myself, I’m a local Mum with a background in fashion publishing and music. Now I’m embarking on a new adventure, my Interior and design business. I have grown up in Gerrards Cross and seen our area change over the last 30 years. I’ve also had the privilege of reading and watching Life Magazines grow into established local go-to magazines for our area, now I am honoured to be able to write for them too. I hope you enjoy reading my article.

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ere I am again, wondering which way to go? Crossroads, can I go back? Can I have the life I used to have? If I go back back will I cope? Or will they look at me as if to say “she can’t keep up, look at her!” Frozen in a world of nowhere and everywhere, watching the rest of the world pass me by and feeling like I have no connection to it anymore! How life can change in 9 months! Yes, becoming a Mum turned my world upside down and inside out and three children later, I was even more lost and confused than I was first time around! As time went on I lost a little more of myself/ confidence/ esteem/ power/ faith (in me). I became a shell, running on empty keeping the routine going because that’s all I knew, a hollow existence. I remember speaking to my girlfriends and saying “I need to do something; I’m going to start my label”, who was I kidding. Every time I picked up my design book and pen, my mind went blank. Designing, something I could do with my eyes closed, became my enemy, I’d lost my best friend, me. So I took a long hard look at myself and decided things “need” to change. “Ok you, what needs to stop, get that sorted out first, close that door”, done. When I closed the door that was causing me so much frustration and self loathing my world “filled” with so much light and opportunity that I was so overwhelmed. I took back my power day by day and I’ve not looked back since. Step by step I started to piece myself back together. I understood what was important to me now. Being a Mum, getting my head back in order and doing it for myself. Doing it for myself means that I get a creative outlet which feeds my soul from within, gives me the space and time to allow me to breath. This in turn started giving me the knowledge and power to “know I’ve still got it”. My whole persona started to change, the more I opened up my heart and mind to new adventures, and experiences the more I wanted it, I was “hungry”. Being a Mum is amazing and I love my children, but I love myself more. Oh if I could see the look on your face! The more I got lost in being a Mum and the monotonous routine of it all the more I wanted to escape. Having my own outlet to do what “I want” has

given me my sanity back, calmed me down, allowed me to enjoy being a Mum again, and made me a better wife again. And now. I’ve got a chance to start my own business in Interiors, to write for two different publications, an opportunity to do some fashion work too. I’m a little kid in a candy shop! I’m having a blast, meeting all these wonderful, talented people that see me and can connect with me and me with them. But, the biggest part of my “Re-Invention” has been this. Writing. Never in a million years did I think this was how my self re-invention would start. To be honest I’ve found writing to you and sharing my life experience(s) with you mind blowing in so many ways, and the doors it’s opened for me and is still opening for me is phenomenal. All I know is fashion, what do I know about writing; nothing! But something deep down inside me told me that this was the way forward and would eventually join all the dots together for me. Ladies don’t think this journey of re-invention happened overnight, its taken me the best part of 10 years to truly realise what works and what doesn’t work for me. Yes, fashion was and still is a part of my life but with all that life is now, I know I couldn’t go back to my old life of photo shoots, parties, fashion weeks, travelling and working all the hours God sent. I loved it, every minute and I won’t forget how it has shaped me and all the experiences it gave me. But, Re-Inventing myself has also been “mind blowing”, and has made me realise that I can have a little bit of everything. I can’t wait for everything that’s going to happen, as long as I keep myself true to myself I know I’m going to be “amazing”, and who knows where all of this is going to take me. I just want you to know its okay to mix it up, its ok to doubt yourself, to be frozen and hollow and unsure of yourself and completely scared. In some crazy way it means that you’re going to fight for yourself and become a heightened version of you, and what can be wrong about that? STOP, BREATH, LOOK. Until next time Ladies, thank you for allowing me to share. Sj x All images Copyright Sharanjeet Sandhu

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Are you being served?

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n an age of internet shopping and “click and collect”, is the expectation of customer service lower than it ever has been? Its seems today when walking into a shop you are expected to know your size, the exact item you are looking for, where it is in the store and if it will fit when you get the chance to try it on. Then if they don’t have your size more often than not you are told to “look on the website”. Don’t lose hope there are still places that treat customer service as a priority, but what should you expect? Customer service is the experience that the customer has during the entire event of shopping in store, from the moment they arrive to the moment they leave. Being offered tea or coffee, to getting the correct advice on size, fit, colour and style. It doesn’t have to be something so obvious but offering alterations, free postage or ordering in an item that’s not in stock at the time that helps make the shopping experience as effortless as possible. So to answer the question “Are you being served?” It really does depend where you go but you can still find places that will make your shopping experience a pleasure. Andrew Gardner, The Tanyard, Tring Road, Wendover, Buckinghamshire 01296 625488 www.andrewgardner.co.uk

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Is vasectomy the right move for you?

on’t know where to start? A vasectomy is an important decision and it’s advised that you carefully consider the procedure by doing your homework and discussing it with others who may be involved in the decision. That’s where we come in, we’re here to provide you with some key information and support you through the procedure, if you decide it’s for you. What is a vasectomy? A vasectomy, also known as male sterilisation, is a surgical procedure resulting in a permanent form of contraception for men which is more than 99% effective. It’s a relatively quick and painless procedure, usually performed under local anaesthetic and in most cases you’ll be able to return home on the same day. Does a vasectomy protect me from sexually transmitted infections/disease? The long and short of that question is no. Although it’s a form of contraception, a vasectomy doesn’t protect you from contracting or passing on sexually transmitted infections/diseases. Will it affect my sex life? It doesn’t affect your ability to enjoy sex nor your sex drive. You’ll still have erections and ejaculate, but your semen will no longer contain sperm. Sex can resume as soon as it is comfortable for you to do so. However, another form of contraception must be used for at least 9-12 weeks after the procedure to allow full clearing of any remaining sperm in your tubes.

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Is it possible to reverse the procedure? Although a vasectomy reversal is possible, if this is a burning question in your mind it’s unlikely that you should go ahead with the procedure. You should only have a vasectomy if you’re certain you don’t want any more children or don’t want children at all. Some men choose to freeze their sperm before treatment and this could be an option for you. Is this solely a personal decision? Of course, it’s your body and the ultimate decision lies with you. However, it is hugely important that if you’re in a relationship, you make this decision together. The consultant shouldn’t be the first person you talk to about this procedure. It is advised that you take time to think this decision through before visiting an urologist. I feel a little embarrassed – is the procedure awkward? Although it’s cliché, and you hear it often, it’s true – urologists see this day in, day out so there is no need to feel overly embarrassed or awkward. It is a short, 15 minute procedure, and although you shouldn’t feel any pain due to the anaesthetic, the consultant won’t be focusing on your rosy cheeks so there really is nothing to worry about. Once the deed is done Although mild discomfort, swelling and bruising of your scrotum is expected for a few days after a vasectomy, recovery is often swift and many return to work within a day or two.

Spire Harpenden Hospital At Spire Harpenden Hospital, we provide a wide range of urology services including prostate surgery, kidney stones treatment and many others. Visit our website www.spireharpenden.com for more information and for a no strings attached quote with one of our specialist urology consultants.

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BEAUTY & FASHION KEEP IT SIMPLE We love this summer linen dress for ladies, white with grey stripes. www.thenauticalcompany.com

CLASSIC CLUTCH The ‘OSPREY’ is Konoc’s classic clutch. In Limited edition (left) cracked turquoise leather and fully lined in pink suede for a high quality finish. It has a simple silver push lock closure and features our signature leather KONOC logo badge on the inside. There is beauty in simplicity. With a detachable chain. Made in England. www.konoc.com

TAKE A TRIP Keep your cards safe on your travels with these lightweight travelcard holders. Made from a selection of bright and fun prints, these unique wallets help you locate your card when in a rush. Perfect as London Oyster card wallets, bus pass holders or ID purses. www.missprettylondon.com

A POP OF COLOUR These Hummingbird Stud Earrings feature a bright coloured turquoise body, red breast and green wings tipped with pretty pink gems. A gorgeous pair of earrings that will become firm favourites and the perfect summer addition to any outfit. www.limelace.co.uk 5 6 J U LY 2 0 1 8

NEW Versace Pour Femme Dylan Blue Eau De Parfum 50ml. £74, Harvey Nichols

classy in copper These cufflinks are of perfect weight and will add a touch of sophistication to your outfit, be it for a day at the office or a black tie event. The simplicity of the design puts in focus the long-lasting raw materials used and the manufacturing processes involved, for which Alice Made This is distinctly renowned. These copper cufflinks are precisionturned in the UK, in a factory that specialises in the production of parts for the aerospace and engineering industries. Alexander copper cufflinks www.jeyanarrative.com

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Are You Considering DERMAL FILLERS? DERMAL FILLERS: The what, where, how, when and why?

ermal fillers are a non-permanent cosmetic injectable treatment which can effectively treat some of the deeper underlying signs of ageing, such as lines, wrinkles, loss of volume, jawline sagging and under-eye bags. The most commonly used fillers today are largely composed of hyaluronic acid (HA), a sugar molecule which occurs naturally in the body. HA is found in abundance in our skin, cartilage, joints and the fluid in our eyes and is the most water-loving molecule known to man. Around 1/3rd of our total HA is made and broken down daily, and as we age our bodies’ natural ability to regenerate HA slowly decreases. With our advanced understanding of your facial anatomy and the ageing process, we take a full-face approach to your treatment, rather than the old-fashioned method of merely ‘chasing lines’. Our patients receive compliments on how well they look, rather than being asked if they have had ‘work done’.

THE DETAILS To find out how you could benefit from treatment, please contact S-Thetics on 01494 670990 or info@sthetics.co.uk S-Thetics Medical Aesthetic Clinic, Marlborough House, 45 Wycombe End, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LZ P. 01494 670 990 E. info@sthetics.co.uk www.sthetics.co.uk

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Here are 8 steps to help you on your facial filler journey: 1. The reason: Consider WHY you want to have a facial filler treatment – how is it going to benefit you? 2. Research: Do your research before booking a consultation. There is lots of information online, but if you can contact someone who has previously undergone treatment, even better! Visit www.this-isme.com to read more about real life experiences. 3. Location: An important yet regularly dismissed aspect. A clinical setting is crucial for proper lighting - do not let someone inject you in a sitting room. 4. Qualified practitioner: Finding a qualified practitioner is vital to ensuring a safe treatment. Ask your practitioner about their qualifications, and preferably only continue treatment with a qualified doctor, nurse or surgeon. 5. In-depth consultation: Ideally, this should be at least half an hour, and your practitioner should record your medical history, any known allergies and discuss any safety concerns associated with treatment. 6. Clinical assessment: A good practitioner will undertake a detailed facial assessment before

“You should receive a personalised treatment plan to reach your goals, because, after all, no one size fits all”

starting any treatment. They will advise on the best areas to treat and give you an idea of a realistic finishing result. 7. Treatment planning: You should receive a personalised treatment plan to reach your goals, because, after all, no one size fits all. At S-Thetics we use a full-face approach, done gradually so that all areas are gently addressed to create refreshed and natural-looking results. 8. Aftercare support: Prior to treatment, ensure you will have access to aftercare support. This will allow you a more relaxed treatment journey, with your practitioner on hand to address any queries or issues that you may have. Following these eight simple steps will help to ensure you have a safe and stress-free treatment journey. Miss Balaratnam, medical director of S-Thetics, is a fully qualified surgeon and cosmetic doctor and holds the prestigious title of “Local Country Ambassador” (LCA) for Allergan, the manufacturers of BOTOX® and the Juvederm® Vycross and the latest Juvederm® Volite range of fillers. As one of only a handful of expert UK practitioners selected as an LCA, she believes in the importance of a patient taking the time to select the right practitioner for them.

Opening times: Monday-Saturday 9am-5.30pm Sunday - Closed 39 Station Rd, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1QG www.countryhousemenswear.co.uk Tel: 01494 673185 Email: hireclass@gmail.com

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Whether your goal is to improve your skin health, reduce fines lines and wrinkles, sculpt your body by removing stubborn pockets of fat, or simply to look less tired, our multi-award winning, surgeon-led clinic has a customised treatment plan for you. We believe the fundamental basis of a successful aesthetic procedure or skincare treatment is a good quality consultation with a skilled, qualified practitioner who fully understands your needs, and looks at your treatment as a journey, not a one-off event.

During your in-depth consultation, you have the opportunity to highlight any areas concerning you, whether these are skin conditions such as acne, pigmentation or rosacea, or worries about signs of ageing and a desire to rejuvenate your skin. Your skin will then be analysed by a state-of-the-art 3D digital skin imaging system called the VISIA, which takes surface and sub-surface images of your skin and develops a detailed complexion analysis.

Then we tailor a treatment plan designed around your needs, goals and lifestyle.

S-THeTICS SPeCIALISeS In THe VeRY LATeST In ADVAnCeD nOn-SURGICAL TReATMenTS FOR THe FACe AnD BODY: • Surgeon-led by Miss Sherina Balaratnam MBBS, MRCS, MSC (UCL) • Multi award-winning clinic located in Beaconsfield Old Town • Advanced cosmeceutical skincare • Medical grade facial treatments: The Fire & Ice The Hydrafacial • 1St clinic in england outside London to launch

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Marlborough House, 45 Wycombe end, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1LZ

SculpSure, FDA approved body contouring and fat reduction treatment • Cosmetic injectables including Juvederm facial fillers and muscle relaxing injections • Laser skin rejuvenation • Femilift treatment for laser vaginal tightening • Radiofrequency skin tightening and microneedling • VISIA digital skin imaging

“S-Thetics is a one-stop shop for world-class non surgical treatments for face and body.” – Brides Magazine Cosmetic Beauty Guide

“Miss Balaratnam’s super discreet S-Thetics clinic is based in a 200-year-old coach house just off Beaconsfield’s High Street: there’s no sign, it doesn’t look clinic-y, and high profile clients make the easy 35-minute drive for her seamless Botox and filler work, high-tech body treatments and skin programmes.” – Daily Telegraph, Olivia Falcon’s Black Book of names to Know

The “S” in S-Thetics is Miss Sherina Balaratnam (MBBS, MRCS, MSc (UCL)) a fully qualified surgeon and cosmetic doctor with extensive plastic surgical training who has devoted the last nine years of her medical career to specialising in the latest non-surgical cosmetic treatment innovations. Her subtle and highly personalised approach to facial rejuvenation has earned her a place as one of the UK’s leading non-surgical cosmetic specialists. She regularly trains other healthcare professionals on advanced injectable techniques and the consultation process. She holds the prestigious title of “Local Country Ambassador” (LCA) for Allergan, the manufacturers of BOTOX® and the Juvederm® range of dermal fillers. As one of only nine UK surgeons and doctors selected as an LCA, she regularly trains and mentors other health care professionals in advanced injectable techniques and treatment strategies such as the MD Codes™. In February 2018, Miss Balaratnam was selected by world-renowned Brazilian plastic surgeon and creator of the MD Codes™ Dr Mauricio de Maio, as one of his world’s “Top 50 injectors.”

“When it comes to looking good and feeling great, Sherina Balaratnam is a name you’ll want to know. A fully qualified surgeon with a background in reconstructive surgery, she’s made it her business to master the latest non-surgical cosmetic treatment innovations. Literally.” – Tatler 2018 Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Guide

WInneR OF ‘Best Clinic South england’ At the 2017 / 2018 Aesthetics Awards WINNER 2017

THE IS CLINICAL AWARD FOR BEST CLINIC SOUTH ENGLAND

WInneR OF ‘Best new Practice South england and Wales’ At the 2016 / 2017 MyFaceMyBody Awards

As well as being renowned for advanced cosmetic injectable treatments, at S-Thetics we have a key focus on skin health, with treatments ranging from medical grade facials through to acne and scarring management using topical cosmeceuticals, microneedling and laser skin resurfacing.

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The Times Raconteur ‘Skincare and Dermatology’ and ‘Future of Skincare’ supplements, Brides Magazine, Tatler, Daily Telegraph, Daily Mail, Good Housekeeping Magazine, Coutts Magazine and more.

WInneR OF ‘Clinic Reception Team of the Year, UK and Ireland’ At the 2016 / 2017 Aesthetics Awards

Tatler One of Four Super Clinics located outside London in the ‘2018 / 2019 Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Guide’ P. 01494 670990 e. info@sthetics.co.uk www.sthetics.co.uk

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Ross Poole brings beautiful hair to Cookham “D

the quality and style of their hair or an effective skin uring my career I completed care regime created through our Environ program. my advanced cutting and Whichever service is required it will be exclusive colouring qualifications with to the individuals’ needs. Toni & Guy in their London Ross Poole Cookham now offers a full range Academy, I then continued my training with Charles of hair and beauty services for ladies and gents Worthington and Balmain hair extensions. opening late nights until 9:00pm ranging from cut Attending regular advanced courses with L’Oréal and blow-dry’s, colour services to full-head hair and now Kevin Murphy gives me the confidence extensions. Our beauty therapists offer CND to retain and provide on-trend techniques. I love manicures and pedicures amazing Environ facials, fashion and the challenges of being “individual” relaxing massages, make-up, waxing and tinting and been fortunate to have been involved in services with a full range of Environ and Kevin catwalk shows with Vivian Westwood. Building my Murphy homecare products to compliment career has been an amazing and rewarding journey. your treatments, so that you can continue your What I love most about the business is making a recommended hair or skin care regime indifference to my clients, and this can be achieved between appointments. from a blow-dry, full restyle through to a complete Our bespoke Bridal packages are tailored to suit colour change. If my clients feel special, then I have your every need for your very special day, we value achieved my goal, and everyone feels good. being part of your overall wedding planning and, if My wonderful supportive parents have both been required, will attend your wedding venue on in the industry for over 45 years, opening the day if you so wish.” several well-established salons. Having We would love the opportunity to worked alongside the family businesses meet you. Give us a call on 01628 for nearly 20 years, one of my recent READER 298384 to let us know how we successes was the launch of Ross OFFER: SAVE can help or visit our website Poole Hair, Nail and Beauty salons www.rosspoole.com for further within a well-known corporate information or just call in and environment near London, servicing see us at Cookham Arcade, High over 6,000 employees. Although Street, Cookham, SL6 9TA. 20% rewarding (and hard work) I knew deep OFF first appointment to ALL LIFE down I wanted to have my own salon that magazine readers, please quote when booking. enabled a work-life balance for me, my partner and my team. Our new salon was to provide an opulent setting for clients whilst they enjoy some well-earned time away from their busy lifestyles. Clients will be offered a full range of professional hair, nail and beauty services in a relaxing and tranquil environment and their visit will be an experience that will leave them feeling they have been the focus of our attention. In May 2016 I came across Cookham, a beautiful village with an amazingly friendly atmosphere. I immediately found Cookham to be warm and welcoming. It was a pure delight to have friendly people stop and take the time to say good morning. I wanted to experience working in this close community to create a small but beautiful tasteful salon, where I could demonstrate my creativity and experience, so in October 2016, Ross Poole Cookham proudly opened its doors. It is important to me and my team to expand not only our expectations of our professional skills, but the expectations of what is possible for our clients and their wellbeing, through an initial consultation to providing professional services using established quality brands such as Kevin Murphy to improve

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“Clients will be offered a full range of professional hair, nail and beauty services in a relaxing and tranquil environment and their visit will be an experience that will leave them feeling they have been the focus of our attention”

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Feeling Flushed? Rosacea - the skin condition that affects over 415 million people around the world. With many people still unaware they might be effected by the condition, Skin Specialist Petrina Nugawela gives us the down-low on what to look out for and what to do if you’re suffering with rosacea.

osacea is a chronic skin condition, primarily affecting the facial area. It is commonly characterised by skin flushing and redness. Rosacea tends to be more common in people with fairer complexions, particularly those who are prone to blushing, and it’s also found to be more common in women although men who have the condition tend to suffer from more severe cases. The cause of rosacea is still not fully understood, some believe that the defect lies in the blood vessels which dilate too easily and whilst it does tend to run in families, there is no real evidence that the condition is hereditary. There are various factors that seem to make rosacea worse, although they vary from person to person, for instance alcohol, strenuous exercise, stress, sunlight and even spicy food. There are no official lab tests required for rosacea, it is simply diagnosed by looking at the skin making it increasingly important to know what signs to look out for. Petrina explains “Early diagnosis and prompt treatment will give the best results and can even halt the progress of the condition. Rosacea starts with a tendency to blush and flush easily, if it progresses the face will start to maintain this redness and the skin will have a constant and

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deeper flush. As it progresses further, small blood vessels (telangiectasia) and small red coloured bumps (papules) begin to appear. In more severe cases, the condition can result in swelling and start to have an effect on the eyes”. The flushing that rosacea brings can make this a particularly difficult condition to live with, causing a bright red colour on the face which can be embarrassing for some. Whilst make up can go some way to help it is not a long-term solution and doesn’t provide relief from other symptoms, so what are the go-to solutions for this condition? Laser and IPL treatments have been found to be extremely effective in combating rosacea. “By treating the broken capillaries and veins we can successfully reduce redness and keep the condition under control. We use the industry-leading M22 Laser and IPL system which successfully treats rosacea along with many other skin conditions”. There are also topical treatment options which can help to soothe the skin, reduce redness and restore and strengthen your skin’s protective barrier. “We have highly effective skincare options for all skin types, our favourite ranges for rosacea include Obaji, Zo, Jan Marini and Kleresca®. “Treatment plans differ between patients and so a course of action is determined during consultation, a typical treatment plan would be a minimum of 3 laser treatments 5 weeks apart (5 treatments for more severe cases) and skincare products for maintenance with top up treatments when needed. Early treatment of this condition is highly recommended and so we strongly advise anyone who feels they may suffer from rosacea to have their skin assessed, particularly if you are suffering from redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead with small visible blood vessels or bumps on the face”.

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“By treating the broken capillaries and veins we can successfully reduce redness and keep the condition under control”. Get in touch to book your free consultation: T: 0800 246 1333 E: info@mbaclinics.com Beaconsfield, Old Town Maidenhead, The Bridge Clinic, Datchet

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Laser and IPL treatments • Rosacea • Hair Removal • Acne • Tattoo • Pigmentation Removal • Scars • Skin Rejuvenation • Veins and Vascular and more.

SKIN • Hydrafacial • Kleresca® • Dermaroller • Botox and Dermal Fillers • VIPeel

BODY • Ultracel • FemTouch • Ultraformer III • Skin Tag, Wart and (performed • 3D Lipo Verruca Removal by in-house • Skin • Range of Gynaecologist) Tightening high-end skincare • Coolsculpting • Stretch Marks treatments Get in touch for a full list of treatments

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A perfect smile Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign not only controls the amount of movement per aligner, but also the timing of the movement. So, at each stage, only certain teeth are allowed to move, as per the Invisalign treatment plan for that particular stage. This results in an efficient force delivery syste that moves teeth into the desired prescribed position. What are aligners made of and what do they look like? The virtually invisible aligners are made of strong medical grade thermoplastic material, uniquely developed for the Invisalign System. The aligners are custom-made for you and t snugly over your teeth.

Hello Life Readers, Sorry it’s been a while since I have done this Q&A column but work and kids take over your life and time slips by :) This month I thought I would talk about Invisalign orthodontics which is becoming very popular with teens and adults. What is Invisalign? Invisalign is the virtually invisible way to straighten your teeth and achieve the smile you’ve always dreamed of. Using advanced 3D computer-imaging technology, Invisalign depicts your complete treatment plan based on your Invisalign Provider’s prescription, from the initial position of your teeth to the final desired position. Then a series of clear aligners are custom-made for your teeth – and your teeth only – to move them little by little. Each aligner is worn for 1-2 weeks before being replaced by the next in the series, gradually moving towards the projected final position. Your Invisalign treatment time will be determined by your Invisalign Provider, based on your specific needs. What are the benefits of Invisalign? Invisalign aligners are nearly invisible. No one may even notice that you’re wearing these virtually invisible aligners, making Invisalign a seamless fit with your lifestyle and day-to-day interactions with others. Invisalign aligners are removable giving you the flexibility to eat and drink what you want during treatment by simply removing the aligners. And you can also remove the aligners to brush and floss as you normally would for fresh breath and to maintain good oral hygiene. Unlike traditional fixed braces, there are no metal brackets or wires. This means that in most cases less time is spent in your Invisalign Provider’s practice for adjustments. And finally, Invisalign allows you to view your 6 6 J U LY 2 0 1 8

virtual results and treatment plan before you even begin treatment so you can see how your teeth are expected to look when your treatment is complete. Is this a new way to straighten teeth? Dentists or orthodontists have, in the past, successfully used removable appliances for years. But with the application of Align Technology’s 3D computer technology and mass-customisation, the Invisalign System can be used to treat a wide range of patients who wants straighter teeth. The unique ClinCheck® software allows patients to see their treatment plan from beginning to end even before the start of treatment. How many patients are being treated with Invisalign? More than 4 million patients worldwide have been treated with Invisalign. The number of Invisalign smiles grows daily. How much does Invisalign cost? As with other types of orthodontic treatment, the cost of Invisalign is dependent on the complexity of your issue and your course of treatment. As a general rule the cost is comparable to traditional fixed braces. And, although only an Invisalign Provider is able to fully determine your cost, prices for Invisalign treatment are generally between £2,500 -£4,500. However, if only minor tooth movement is required, prices could start from £1,500. How do I get started with Invisalign? Make an appointment with Rosebank Dental for an initial consultation. How does Invisalign work? Invisalign aligners move teeth with an appropriate placement of controlled movement on the teeth.

What is the minimum age of a patient that a doctor can treat with Invisalign? With experience, an Invisalign Provider can use Invisalign to treat malocclusion for a majority of adults and adolescents who want a better smile. For teenagers, talk to your Invisalign Provider to see if Invisalign Teen may be the right treatment option for your child. How long does the Invisalign treatment take? The total duration of treatment depends on the complexity of the treatment and is generally comparable to that of traditional braces. Typically treatment can last between 3 and 18 months. During your consultation, your Invisalign Provider can provide you with more detailed information. Is the Invisalign treatment painful? Some people may experience temporary, minor discomfort for a few days, at the beginning of each new stage of treatment when they insert a new aligner. This is normal and is typically described as a feeling of pressure. It is a sign that the aligners are working – moving your teeth gradually, helping you to achieve the final results. This discomfort typically goes away in a couple of days. Are there certain dental conditions that automatically exclude someone from being an eligible patient? Only your Invisalign Provider can determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign treatment. Can Invisalign close gaps? Yes. Spaces between teeth are generally easy to close with Invisalign. Consult an Invisalign Provider to determine whether Invisalign is suitable for you. Please call us if you would like a free consult to see if Invisalign treatment is suitable for you and mention Life Magazines when calling. Rosebank Dental, Shire lane, Chorleywood, Hertfordshire WD3 5NH. 01923 282691 www.rosebankdental.co.uk

The art of natural hair extensions

rabella Rose is a boutique salon located in the picturesque town of Amersham, a stoneâ€™s throw from the station and just 30 minutes from central London. Specialising in hair extensions only, they are custom made for each client to match both their colour & texture, perfectly ensuring the most natural looking extensions. Arabella Rose use only the highest quality human Russian hair which is soft and light and can also be re used many times. The attachment technique they use is safe and kind to the natural hair and no heat or glue is used. Their custom made micro rings are applied and selected depending on the clients hair thickness and strength, avoiding any unnecessary

For a free consultation call Arabella Rose on 01494728648 or visit www.arabellarose.co.uk. For examples of their work please see their Instagram account: Arabella Rose Hair

strain or potential damage. The rings are small and virtually undetectable and feel and move just like the natural hair should. This is one of the reasons for their popularity amongst celebrities and notable figures in the show business industry. The Arabella Rose team of trained and experienced stylists take the utmost care every single time they remove and apply the extensions, ensuring that the natural hair flourishes. A complimentary six week follow up appointment is offered to ensure everything is settling in beautifully, and to also check the clients natural shedding and growth rate. At this stage a suitable and appropriate maintenance plan is determined for the individual client.

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he welcome onset of long summer days provides a great opportunity to breathe new life into your tired furniture and seek out the latest designs in comfortable, supportive seating. The application of sound ergonomic principles and German technology have created a furniture range that will both appeal to your eye and provide the most relaxing furniture available today. Himolla have introduced the Cumuly reclining action that is a simple two stage process that initially raises the integral footrest and then allows the backrest to be independently adjusted. The mechanism incorporates a ‘tilt in space’ mechanism, recommended by backcare professionals to maintain back support through the reclining process. Complemented by an adjustable neckrest, TV watching becomes a sublime experience. No more spare footstools taking up space in the lounge as the footrest retracts from sight leaving clean lines and less clutter. There is a choice of manual recliner or powered mechanism for more precise body position and if desired, one can opt for a rechargeable battery system, negating any trailing wires across the floor. Himolla have also introduced a swivel recliner with a lift feature for the less able. So now it is possible to have an assistive chair with modern, contemporary styling and the full range of leather and fabric options.

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The comprehensive Himolla warranty ensures peace of mind over the long term and we always recommend that our customers experience the product first hand in our St. Albans showroom. Choosing high quality, comfortable furniture can be a worthwhile investment and FineBack will ensure that you receive the best guidance and advice to help with your furniture purchase. FineBack Furniture, 7-9 Haseldine Road, London Colney, St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 1RR. 01727 827744. www.fineback.co.uk

“The comprehensive Himolla warranty ensures peace of mind over the long term and we always recommend that our customers experience the product first hand in our St. Albans showroom”

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ulian Graham Kitchens and Bathrooms, where style and design meet quality and comfort. These are the principals of the business and what everybody aims for. Julian and his team are constantly looking for new ideas in design and styles that will add that something special to your new kitchen or bathroom. Like their latest stunning bathroom styles from Italy, from freestanding baths to smooth sleek modular washbasin units. Or the distinctive new showering options with beautiful coloured trays from Spain with matching radiators and wall panels, or soft cushioned flooring to give that extra bit of luxury to showering. And now the world leading innovation in cleanliness and flush technology the new Aquablade toilets beautiful design 21st century efficiency. Find out more details on our website www.jgkab.co.uk. With access to great designs of high quality British and European products you can be confident that you will find the look, style and quality to turn your dreams into a reality and achieve that perfect kitchen or bathroom. With many years’ experience in the home renovation and refurbishment business Julian has been designing and fitting kitchens and bathrooms for over 15 years, expanding his business to reach a wider range of customers with the current showroom on the Amersham road at Hazlemere Crossroads.

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“With access to great designs of high quality British and European products you can be confident that you will find the look, style and quality to turn your dreams into a reality and achieve that perfect kitchen or bathroom”

Everything is designed around the customers’ requirements and by creating lifestyle settings in the showroom customers can get a real feel of how a new kitchen or bathroom would look in their own home. “That would look fantastic in my house – all of it” is a phrase often heard by customers viewing the displays. Customer service is a priority. A new kitchen or bathroom is a major commitment so all of the team at Julian Graham Kitchens and Bathrooms are committed to ensuring the customer is completely satisfied with the service and products. “We want them to be proud of their new kitchen or bathroom. There is nothing more satisfying than welcoming into the showroom those who have been recommended by previous customers” – says Julian. Julian Graham Kitchens and Bathrooms offers a free home survey service, and from that they draw up designs and plans with photorealistic images of how the customers new dream room would look, right down to the colour and style of the tilling and decorating. So if you are thinking of a new kitchen or bathroom or even just looking to see what’s the latest in style and design then go along to the showroom on the Amersham Road at Hazlemere Crossroads, be inspired and make your dreams come true. www.jgkab.co.uk

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GOING WILD

These colourful Wildlife Botanical fine art prints are a must have for the stylish home and are designed exclusively for Lola Design by the brand’s artist and founder. Inspired by a love for flora and fauna, the collection combines both in a style that is uniquely Lola Design and they make a wonderful statement piece or gift for someone special. Each piece is lovingly printed on fine art paper and made and framed using natural materials in the UK. The collection consists of over 30 stunning designs. www.loladesignltd.com

Quintessentially British

Emma Bridgewater’s quintessentially British designs, with a generous helping of Blinds 2go know-how, makes the new roman and roller blind collection a collaboration of pure beauty. Hand painted florals all the way through to kitchen favourites, this collection brings patterns made for a family home. www.blinds-2go.co.uk

Perfectly Imperfect

Mixing and matching colours, textures & patterns is key to achieving a perfectly-imperfect, eclectic Wanderlust home. Exquisite treasures from our travels add personality and character to any home, helping to alleviate the yearning for sand between our toes and balmy, summer evenings in far flung destinations. Our Wanderlust homes are made-up of trinkets from MiddleEastern souks, rugs from Moroccan markets, embroidered fabrics from India and wooden beads from Bali. www.frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk 7 4 J U LY 2 0 1 8

Whatever era or style you are trying to fashion, investing in an antique wardrobe or armoire is a quickfire way to make an impact instantly. The Blue Wardrobe would be a great choice for adding a pop of colour to a room, whereas the Pastel Green Vintage Wardrobe or Pink Vintage Wardrobe would be ideal for a country-styled home. But if you’re looking for a traditional armoire to command attention, the Wooden Vintage Wardrobe is a fine example of an original colonial wardrobe made by expert craftsmen from solid teak. So, whether you are aiming to create a rustic farmhouse feel, or add an antique touch to an industrial space, you are sure to find something special to make a striking statement at Scaramanga. Scaramanga’s old, vintage, retro and antique wooden storage cabinets and cupboards are not new or made to look old. They may have small marks and scratches on them, which are consistent with their age and original use, which adds to their unique character and appeal. www.scaramangashop.co.uk

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outdoor living FIRE IT UP Solus Decor have launched a new version of the popular Hemi fire bowl which boasts dual functionality. This updated design can be used as a fire pit with a drinks ring, or transform it into a full table by inserting the ‘middle’. This metal table top is constructed out of non-corrosive aluminium and stainless steel, so this contemporary and sculptural pit will stand the test of time. www.solusdecor.co.uk

Mediterranean style

Featuring a hand selected range of products designed to create an outdoor space with the beauty of the most inspirational interiors, this collection features Mediterranean inspired furniture sets for stylish dining and entertaining, lighting for evening ambience and accessories for that personal touch. Their signature outdoor look is inspired by bohemian Ibiza indoor outdoor living, featuring our striking Double Hanging Chair, adorned with soft textiles and sheepskin and surrounded by greenery. www.coxandcox.co.uk

LIGHT THE WAY

The Space Age, retro styled, EXO range from MY Furniture is a stunning outdoor lighting furniture and accessory range that will light up your garden, patio or balcony. The EXO range comes in a wide range of styles, including an Easy Chair, Table Light, Ice Bucket, Cube Light and small and large Sphere Lights. Made from tough, moulded Polyethylene, the EXO range is capable of withstanding all weather conditions and each piece comes complete with a battery powered remote control. www.my-furniture.com 7 6 J U LY 2 0 1 8

LODGE LOUNGING

Beautiful leaf designs and inspiration from the forests and fauna, the Lodge collection has been made up to date with traditional respected woodwork mixed with innovative technology to be highly durable but whilst looking effortlessly pretty. With fully waterproof pistachio cushions, UV and stain resistant. www.bridgman.co.uk

THE SCIENCE OF SUMMER

This brand new collection of Science Lab Garden Furniture is designed using the recognisable framework of vintage School Lab Stools and has been brilliantly transformed into these beautiful products thanks to a comfortable Teak Seat and a whole host of artisan skill. The very best way to spend your time outdoors is relaxing in one of Smithers Cacoon Swings. Add several cushions, a good book and a cool drink and you’re all set for a fabulous afternoon in the sun. www.smithersofstamford.com

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Storage is key to a clean uncluttered kitchen. K&B Studios designer Sue offers her advice on her favourite storage options for your new kitchen.

ne of the most common requests from homeowners when we start to design their new kitchens is, ‘more storage please’. Clever, practical storage is key to a sleek, un-cluttered space and luckily there is a wealth of fantastic products to keep everything in the kitchen organised and easy to access. Our Mackintosh kitchens offer quality storage solutions from leading supplier Kessebohmer. Kessebohmer storage solutions provide stylish, practical and functional solutions. In addition to brilliant functionality, Kessebohmer storage solutions offer exclusive design and a high quality finish. Internal cabinet space is used more efficiently than conventional systems, helping you get the most out of your Mackintosh kitchen. Take this Tandem solo for example. A superb pull out larder that stores masses of items and everything is on view for easy access. It is a simplified solution with the characteristic opening experience of all Kessebohmer fittings where all elements are linked in a smooth flowing movement. The tandem solo mechanism is available across all Mackintosh ranges on 600mm wide larder unit heights in both 2117mm and 2297mm heights. Or why not consider a pantry? Pantry cabinets are back in fashion and are a great way to keep lots of kitchen essentials to hand. There is usually shelf space for juicers, blenders, coffee machines and other small kitchen appliances. Drawers can be used to store different things depending on which insert is chosen, pans, spices or even fruit and vegetables. Shelving on the inside of the doors provides an ideal space for spices and condiments as they are all on display, no more taking everything out of the cupboard to find what you are looking for! With dedicated spaces for wine bottles and plates, this pantry is a practical and functional addition to your kitchen. These are just a couple of my favourite products. At K&B Studios we have a wide selection of storage options for both modern and traditional kitchens, why not call into the showroom and discuss your own kitchen storage solutions soon. 43/45 Mayflower Way, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1UG 01494 677727. sales@kbstudios.co.uk www.kbstudios.co.uk

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When you spend time outdoors, entertaining your family and friends, you’ll need adequate lighting to illuminate your outside space

hether you’re sitting outside on your patio area, or you wish to place a spotlight on specific areas of your garden, outdoor lighting can serve these purposes. You have a variety of options to suit your individual tastes, the size of your outdoor space, and its purpose. It’s important to consider what you need and how you will use the lighting, and with so many benefits to outdoor lighting, you can add beauty, function and safety to your outdoor areas.

Primary points to deciding on your outside lighting are: 1.SAFETY Use a combination of uplights as well as lights installed on outdoor structures to illuminate your seating areas effectively. Outdoor lighting can add safety in a variety of ways. Light pathways to ensure that people navigate these areas safely. Use zone lighting to illuminate areas of your garden and landscape for night-time use. Zone lighting can be effective for lighting your patio, swimming pool or outdoor seating area. Illuminate driveways, garages and entryways to keep your outdoor space safe after dark. The more lights, the safer your outdoor areas will be.

2. SECURITY A well-lit driveway and garden presents a feeling of security and maintenance. When you keep your outdoor areas illuminated, you present a feeling of care and involvement. Install lights with motion detectors so they illuminate when motion activates them. A dark garden can be splashed with bright lights when someone walks through – this can be helpful to deter would-be criminals from trespassing

on your property.

3. COMFORT Extend your living area into your garden, particularly if you entertain outdoors on a regular basis. If you have a patio with seating, add comfortable and attractive lighting to enable you to use these areas after dark. The ambience of outdoor seating can be pleasant and inviting, especially when you feature attractive outdoor lighting that adds to your outdoor decor. Use a combination of lights installed on outdoor structures to illuminate your seating areas effectively.

4. DECOR Showcase and highlight specific areas with decorative lighting. By installing lights around your garden in various spots, you pull the eye to these areas and display them attractively. Lighting can be a wonderful way to display planting areas or flower gardens. Install mood lighting along outdoor buildings to add pleasant splashes of light. You can even add low-voltage exterior lights to trees and shrubs outdoors to illuminate planting areas and add beautiful accents to your exterior areas.

5. KERB APPEAL A well-lit home presents a cared-for impression to your neighbours and visitors. Your house will appear warm and inviting, and in contrast to a dark and drab home, your illuminated home will draw people in and offer a warm refuge for family and friends. Regardless of the purpose of your outdoor lighting, the benefits are all positive. From increasing safety and security to creating a warm and inviting environment, adding outdoor lighting will enhance and beautify your home.

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