Life Magazines (Buckinghamshire editions) June 2018

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FASHION, HEALTH & BEAUTY

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HOUSE & GARDEN

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OUT & ABOUT

28 june

Cliveden - Beginners Floristry Workshops Come along to explore some of Cliveden’s stunning gardens through the eyes of an expert florist, make your very own posy to take home and have all your questions answered.

These workshops introduce you to the art of floristry, including how to choose your flowers, conditioning tips to get the best from your bunch and which old wives’ tales about flower care are really true. Come along to explore some of Cliveden’s stunning. Booking essential on 0344 249 1895. 10.30am-1.30pm. Meet at the Dovecote café.

Cliveden, Taplow, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire SL6 0JA

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OUT & ABOUT 15 JUNE

LADIES IN THE NIGHT WALK Join us for a sizzling night of summertime fun, laughter and walking as our Ladies in the Night challenge returns with a Carnival twist! As we power through the streets for one amazing night in aid of our very special Hospice, choose to walk either a 5.5 or our new 10-mile route. Join in the summer carnival celebration!

Book your place today via www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk

16 & 17 june

Feast Traditional & Gentleman’s Afternoon Teas Treat yourself or your Dad to a very special traditional, or gentleman’s afternoon tea during Feast weekend, our spectacular festival of food and performing arts. The perfect way to celebrate Father’s Day. Enjoy a traditional afternoon tea of heavenly fancies and sumptuous savouries or try our special gentleman’s afternoon tea, created especially for Father’s Day. All our afternoon teas are created in-house by our talented chefs, book on 01296 820414.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP18 0JH

MONDAYS, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS IN june

Guided House Tours Book onto one of our short guided tours to discover more about the fabulous Cliveden House.

These tours allow you to see some of the rooms that were once home to Nancy and Waldorf Astor.

Entry to the house is by timed ticket only and the tours last approximately 30 minutes.

Cliveden, Taplow, Maidenhead, Bucks SL6 0JF

16 JUNE

Midnight Walk FOR the hospice of st francis Stroll along candlelit pathways, make a wish under twinkling lights in the illuminated magical wood; glow neon bright as you enter the fun ultra violet, chill out zone; then pause and take time to reflect by candlelight.

Visit www.stfrancis.org.uk/ support-us/events/detail/ midnightwalk for more information.

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until 29 june

Hughenden - Butterflies, Bees and Blooms Spring has sprung across the estate at Hughenden.

Stroll across the Parkland and discover the wildlife or sit back and relax in a deckchair on the Parterre. Hughenden, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP14 4LA

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OUT & ABOUT

UNTIL 20 JUNE

Tom Kerridge presents Pub in the Park Whichever festival you book, you can expect amazing food from pop-up pubs including Tom Kerridge’s The Hand & Flowers and The Coach, demos from top UK chefs, from Candice Brown to Josh Eggleton, bars serving every tipple from craft beer to artisan gin, lots of shopping, and – of course – cracking music from household names. Plus: Chef demonstrations, popup champagne bar, craft beer, shopping village and artisan food and drink producers. For more information see www.pubintheparkuk.com.

Higginson Park, Marlow, Buckinghamshire SL7 2AE

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Peter Pan Afternoon Tea Party at WhizzFizzFest Join the pirates for afternoon tea in the beautiful Bucks County Museum gardens. Enjoy music, pirate antics and tales from Peter Pan, whilst enjoying an array of sandwiches, tea, scones & cream and cupcakes. There is also a special guest appearance from a cast member from the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre production of Peter Pan. Join in the fun by arriving dressed up as a character from Peter Pan! Sittings at: 12.30pm, 2.00pm and 3.30pm. Tickets must be booked in advance; book soon to avoid disappointment! www.buckscountymuseum.org.

Buckinghamshire County Museum and Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Church Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire HP20 2QP

Man’s Best Friend Monthly Dog Walk Join the dogs of Stowe on a paw patrol with a different theme and leader each month.

10.30am-12pm. The event will take place in the gardens. Stowe, New Inn Farm, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire MK18 5EQ

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Hughenden Artisan Market Local produce stalls selling a selection of gifts and goodies. Dogs on leads welcome. A National Trust event, 10am-4pm. Free event - go to the stableyard car park. Check website for latest information.

Hughenden, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP14 4LA 20 JUNE 2018

Bushcraft Weekend Visit our site on this exciting weekend and experience the outdoors. You will have an opportunity to take part in a number of Bushcraft activities and explore areas of the site which are not usually open to the public.

Have a go at shelter building in our woodland area. Toast marshmallows over an open fire (small additional charge. Learn historic fire lighting techniques. Explore the site using our orienteering map. Please note that all activities are subject to change and weather. Museum opens 10am - 5pm Standard admission price applies.

Contact telephone: 01494 871117 Call to check latest times or cancellations.

Chiltern Open Air Museum, Newland Park, Gorelands Lane, Chalfont St Giles, Buckinghamshire HP8 4AB

THURSDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS IN JUNE Skippered River Cruises Relax and unwind as you glide along the Thames in one of our skippered boats. Our selection of boating options offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the river on a 45 minute cruise down Cliveden’s Thames stretch. Booking Essential. Phone: 01628 605069 ext. 121. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Cliveden, Taplow, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire SL6 0JA

The Berkeley – your new favourite place Berkhamsted’s number one Wine Bar and place to eat – as rated on Trip Advisor

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Enjoy the constantly changing display of contemporary art and sculpture in our Wine Bar

Engagements, birthdays, whatever the celebration we tailor to suit your requirements and budget Business Meetings, network events, product launches – we create the perfect environment for your needs

Events Wine Tasting evenings – pre-booking a necessity to avoid disappointment. Why not book your own private wine tasting...?

Fabulous food Delicious hot and cold dishes served all day

Wine Fabulous fine wines available by the glass from innovative hi-tech wine cabinets Assistance in selecting the right wine from our own sommelier 32 fine wines by the glass plus champagnes, cocktails, spirits and beers

39-43 Lower Kings Road Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 2AB • 01442 878300 To join the mailing list email to hello@theberkeley.co • www.theberkeley.co

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THE RITZ LONDON ROYAL ASCOT PACKAGE

he Ritz London, has been at the heart of the British social calendar since it first opened in 1906, continuing to play host to Royalty, aristocracy and stars of the stage and screen. The Ritz has deservedly taken its rightful place amongst the great hotels of the world.

At the heart of London society and as the bastion of Britishness, guests of The Ritz will be able to enjoy some social season essentials this summer with a number of new and bespoke quintessentially British experiences, with which the hotel is intrinsically linked.

The Ritz London’s seasonal calendar continues on Wednesday 20th June with Royal Ascot.

The two-night residential package commences

with a three-course dinner on arrival in one of the private dining rooms of William Kent House, prepared by Michelin-starred Executive Chef John Williams MBE and his brigade.

On Thursday 21th June, an intimate Ritz party will attend the world-famous Ladies Day at Royal Ascot, and enjoy the exquisite hospitality on board The Rosebery.

The Rosebery is a beautifully restored 1966 Routemaster bus, redesigned to accommodate 16 guests, and will be located in the rarefied Number 1 Car Park with spectacular viewing gallery of the races.

The day will include: • Private return transfers to Royal Ascot • A welcome Ritz Rosebery cocktail • A three-course gastronomic lunch • Afternoon Tea • Access to all of the enclosures at Royal Ascot A two-night stay at The Ritz to experience Ladies Day on board The Rosebery and within The Royal Enclosure at Ascot, starts from £5,515, inclusive of Value Added Tax, based on two people sharing, and is available for guests arriving on 20th June 2018.

The Ritz London are also offering luxury accommodation packages for RHS Chelsea Flower Show and Wimbledon 2018.

For further information or to make a reservation, please telephone the Reservations Team on 020 7493 8181 or email reservations@theritzlondon.com or online at www.theritzlondon.com

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“The Rosebery is a beautifully restored 1966 Routemaster bus, redesigned to accommodate 16 guests”

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Will you be a hero for St Francis?

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he Hospice of St Francis is bringing its first ever largescale event to Berkhamsted and is encouraging everyone to unleash their alter-ego at its brand new KAPOW Superhero Challenge on Sunday 8th July at Ashlyns School.

This 5k fun-filled obstacle course, set in the beautiful school grounds, is made up of a range of giant inflatables to climb, duck, dodge, slide and run around. There are slides, mazes, tunnels and so much more - tackle hurdles and barriers in the ‘Dip n Duck’, keep your balance in the bumpy ‘Alternater’, biff the bouncing bollards to bash your way through the ‘Biff Baff ’ and scramble your way through ‘The Mangle’.

Fran Martin, Head of Events at the Hospice, said: “This event is going to be so much fun! It’s time to ditch the office suit, pull on your outfit and transform into your inner superhero. Whether you come as Spiderman, Batman, Captain America or a Power Ranger, fancy dress is absolutely encouraged!

“KAPOW is perfect for groups, so assemble your very own superhero squad of Wonder Women and Supermen – there are bound to be some going undetected at work, the gym or in your family – so seek them out and all become heroes by supporting The Hospice of St Francis. Places are limited and expected to sell out quickly so all superheroes are urged to sign up now.”

Fancy dress is not essential, but what better reason is there to dress up like the superhero you are? Whether you don the full lycra outfit, or throw on a classic Superman t-shirt, all super-wear is welcome!

Tickets are £25 for an adult (aged 16 and over) and £15 for a child.

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“This event is going to be so much fun!

It’s time to ditch the office suit, pull on your outfit and transform into your inner superhero”

You don’t need super powers to take part, however you must be at least 4ft (1.23 metres) tall and all under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult.

One adult is permitted to be responsible for up to three under-16s.

Join in this awesome combination of fun, fundraising and a few surprises, all in aid of The Hospice of St Francis. For more information and to sign up visit www.stfrancis.org.uk/kapow The Hospice of St Francis helps people across Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire to live their precious lives well. It provides care and support for the whole family for however long it is needed – whether that is days, weeks, months or even years. It brings peace, comfort and confidence to individuals - as inpatients, outpatients and at home - helping them to live life to the full and providing essential support for their families and carers. The outpatient Spring Centre enhances its scope to improve health and wellbeing for many more people.

All care is given free of charge, however the Hospice needs to raise over £5million each year in order to deliver these free services. Events like KAPOW are an important way of helping it to raise much-needed funds, so do please get involved and raise whatever sponsorship you can to help the Hospice achieve its mission of providing free care to those who need it, when they need it, for however long they need it.

Visit www.stfrancis.org.uk/kapow to sign up for this super-fun event, or check out www.stfrancis.org.uk/events to see other exciting forthcoming events and activities.

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Big Day at Berkhamsted An educated venue choice

Local couple Matt and Sinead explain why choosing to celebrate their wedding at Berkhamsted School made their big day one to remember.

Thanks to Harry and Meghan’s recent celebration, weddings are once again making headlines, and ensuring your own big day is as special as possible has never been more important.

One of the key decisions to make when planning your special day is choosing a venue. With many big hotels fully booked for years, it can be a challenge to find somewhere that is both picturesque and a little different.

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att and Sinead Earles faced this dilemma themselves when they were booking their wedding last summer.

Luckily, they discovered that they could both get married at and enjoy their reception within the stunning grounds of Berkhamsted School. The couple, who are about to celebrate their one-year anniversary, took time out to talk to us about the fantastic experience.

Matt and Sinead both grew up in Luton, attending the same senior school before reuniting years later at a community event in 2012. Romance blossomed and in 2015 the pair got engaged and started to think about their special day.

Matt knew he had chosen his soulmate when Sinead suggested they postpone their wedding when he was called up to represent Great Britain in the World Duathlon Championships in Australia in 2017. Matt refused, but her commitment to him only made their love stronger.

“Matt is my absolute best friend and my rock. I have never met anyone with such tenacity and passion,” says Sinead.

“Although we are complete opposites, we absolutely complement each other and we’re both incredibly passionate and ambitious people.”

With the big day set for August 2017, they began the exciting task of organising the celebration.

As the couple both work in the events industry, they knew they needed to follow a few important guidelines. “Work out your minimum guest numbers and absolute budgets before you start to plan,” advises Sinead. “Be clear about certain things you don’t want to compromise on and those that you would be willing to change or drop.”

The venue choice, however, was causing some difficulties. Luckily, following a tip from a friend, they contacted the events team at Berkhamsted School, toured the grounds and immediately knew they had found their dream venue.

Once we had seen at the school we just fell in love with it,” explains Matt. “It’s so atmospheric and beautiful and the school grounds are just gorgeous.

The wedding reception in the airy, spacious Deans Hall at Berkhamsted School was an added bonus.

“The school were amazing from start to finish,” agrees Sinead. “Nothing was too much trouble. We booked the school’s catering company and some of the facilities staff for the wedding breakfast and the food was incredible. We simply booked local bar staff for the drinks reception and bar and we were good to go.”

“All our family and friends loved the venue. The buildings’ history and architecture really stood out and people were genuinely taken aback with how stunning it was.”

The beautiful photos from their wedding day were taken by a friend of the couple, Aleksandra Warchol Photography www.awarchol.com and the couple’s favourite photo of the day was of them standing under the cloisters at Berkhamsted School. Matt’s passion for music led to them booking award-winning Amersham Acapella to sing in the gallery within the chapel as they entered. They also enjoyed the Revellers Steel Band performing outside Deans Hall on the grass quad during the drinks reception; and, finally, The Craicheads band provided the evening’s entertainment as a celebration of Sinead’s Irish heritage.

“Our wedding was everything we wanted it to be from start to finish and was the best day of our lives,” says Sinead. “It was definitely testament to the stunning location and fantastic support staff at Berkhamsted School.“ Are you looking for a unique venue to celebrate your special day?

From the traditional surroundings of Old Hall and the timeless grandeur of Deans Hall and the beautiful green lawn in the Quad, all at Berkhamsted Boys and the charming romantic marquee in our Walled Garden at Berkhamsted PrePrep, weddings at Berkhamsted School can offer a venue for all occasions.

For more information, please contact us at: T: 01442 358000. Enquiries: bookings@berkhamstedschool.org www.berkhamstedschool.org/weddings Photography: Aleksandra Warchol Photography www.awarchol.com Stationery illustrator: spencerwilson.co.uk Flowers: Apple Blossom Flowers www.appleblossomflowers.co.uk

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Taking time to focus on wellbeing On Wednesday 2 May 2018, B P Collins hosted its first complimentary ‘Wellbeing’ evening, which centred around social, mental and physical health. who is the founder of Health with Food, also spoke about the healing power of food which helped her to recover from breast cancer and the side effects of chemotherapy. She described her journey from eating meat to becoming a vegan, whilst not compromising on taste.

“Processed food and stress are the scourge of society, which can contribute to the onset of chronic diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, IBS, cancer, arthritis and obesity.”

Guests were offered complimentary taster massages from The Bodhi Tree Spa to feel the de-stressing benefits of massage. Additionally, they were given the opportunity to speak to experts about how to take better care of themselves and maintain a lifestyle that encourages happiness, health and comfort.

A selection of canapés and refreshments, courtesy of Cashew Catering, were served throughout the evening alongside food demonstrations and free consultations with wellbeing experts.

Guest speakers included Olympic Gold medallist Adrian Moorhouse, who discussed mindfulness and the psychology of wellbeing. Drawing on past experience as an Olympic athlete, and now leading a successful HR consultancy (Lane4) since retiring from competitive swimming, Adrian explored the link between mindfulness and performance, and how leaders can develop mindful practice.

Adrian explains: “There is a growing mainstream interest in mindfulness. With its roots in Eastern philosophical traditions and application to Western psychology, mindfulness is increasingly being applied in sport and business leadership to enhance well-being and performance.

“For athletes, it brings improved and sustained performance and for leaders it enhances their effectiveness in decision making, relationship management, work life balance and sustainable leadership.”

Adrian explained to guests what the concept of mindfulness means by quoting Jon Kabat Zinn: “Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way: on purpose, in the present moment and nonjudgmentally.”

He also challenged any misconceptions around mindfulness by emphasising that it is: “Activating your senses, sharpening awareness, living in the moment and being effective rather than zoning out or emptying or dulling the mind.”

“Mindfulness means paying attention in a particular way” Adrian concluded his talk by offering helpful advice on how to develop mindful practice: • To help you be ‘in the moment’, draw your attention to the thing that is always with you – your breath.

• Turn up fully giving all your attention, without distraction or judgement, to the person or task before you.

• Generally our minds flick from the past to the future, we ruminate, speculate, judge and evaluate.

Start noticing how your mind flicks and when it ‘runs away with you’ and gently bring yourself to the present.

• Adopt a ‘beginners mind’ to see a situation freshly, as if for the first time Nutrition and lifestyle coach Johanne O’Dowd, 28 JUNE 2018

Johanne concluded her talk with some key advice: “Eat unprocessed food, eat together, reduce your stress and surround yourself with family, good friends and move.”

Throughout the evening, Johanne created healthy drinks and delicious food using only raw ingredients for guests to taste.

Carla Pasco Jones, owner of The Bodhi Tree Spa, also spoke about the importance of taking time out for self-care. Unlike many other day spas, Carla’s philosophy on beauty is that “it’s so much more than skin deep. Scheduling regular ‘me time’ contributes both mentally and aesthetically to your overall wellness.”

The Bodhi Tree Spa offers a range of complementary therapies, such as Kinesiology, Reflexology and Reiki in addition to its spa treatments as Carla believes it’s about taking a holistic approach and taking care of yourself from the inside as well as out.

Carla wrapped up the talks by touching on mindfulness and explained: “Just 5 minutes of being in the present moment each day can help to restore balance.”

Gina Connell, B P Collins, adds: “B P Collins already takes the duty of care of its employees and clients very seriously - we value them highly. This is why we’ve decided to host our first Wellbeing event. We hope our guests found it an informative, inspiring and relaxing evening.” www.bpcollins.co.uk

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Taking the kids abroad?

Guidance for separated parents at holiday time

The summer holidays are almost upon us. But these happy times can often cause animosity and conflict between separated or divorced parents; especially if a holiday abroad is on the cards. Family lawyers at Royds Withy King highlight some of the issues parents should think about.

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aking your children on holiday abroad if you are separated or divorced can become a legal minefield if you don’t follow the right procedures. Many people don’t know that, depending on your circumstances, you may need to get consent of anyone with ‘parental responsibility’ or even a court order to do so.

Parental responsibility, or ‘PR’, covers the legal rights, duties and responsibilities that parents have for their children. Biological mothers automatically have PR, but biological fathers don’t. Fathers who were married to the child’s mother either before or after the child’s birth do have PR, as do unmarried fathers of children born after 1st December 2003 if they are named on the child’s birth certificate.

The position is more complicated for same sex couples.

If you have a child arrangements order in place which specifies where your child lives, then the parent with whom your child usually lives with can take them abroad for up to 28 days without needing consent. As you can see the details can be complicated so if you are in any doubt, you should take specialist advice.

Planning ahead can make things easier Leaving discussions about holidays until the last minute will inevitably complicate matters.

If you think it is going to be difficult agreeing arrangements, consider contacting a mediation

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Emma McMorrow

Vandana Chitroda

THE DETAILS Tel: 0207 518 7890 or email: family.enquiries@roydswithyking.com roydswithyking.com

service which may help you iron out any potential areas of dispute. Booking a holiday on the assumption that your plans will be agreed when you know there is a likelihood they won’t be is unlikely to get things off to a good start.

Be prepared to share details of where you’re planning to stay, contact phone numbers and information about travel arrangements. If it is information that you would want to have, then it is reasonable for the other parent to ask for the same information.

Court proceedings should be a last resort. They can be costly both financially and emotionally. If you do have to involve the courts they will look at what the court considers being in your children’s best interests. If there is a concern as to whether children will be brought back from a holiday it may be that there are safeguards that can be put in place to make sure this happens.

Take advice if you’re in any way unsure as to your position. Cost effective, pragmatic and expert help could save you spending significant amounts on contested 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. Our Family team are based in Buckinghamshire and the home counties as are many of our clients. Contact specialists Emma McMorrow or Vandana Chitroda for advice on children in separation and divorce.

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Chef Laurie Gear

June recipe & kitchen news

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ere comes summer! – With the arrival of June brings the excitement and anticipation of balmy days ahead. It is also the time to celebrate the English Strawberry season – although the supermarkets have featured them on their shelves for a while June is the month when the Pick your own Farm starts to flourish. What better way than to spend a summer’s day out strawberry picking for delicious berries.

Look out for Sweet Eve and Eve Delight, high in natural sugar with a perfumed aroma, English Rose for its orange zest flavour and Jubilee for a good

all-rounder. The peak season runs from June to July but if there is good weather the English strawberry can still be very much enjoyed up until the end of September. The best thing about strawberries is that they can be made into a spectacular dessert, eaten straight from the punnet for picnics or just simply with cream or ice cream. Or as here if you have a glut of the strawberries from the garden can be transformed into a smooth, refreshing chilled soup served with the tart creaminess of the sorbet – a perfect cooling dessert for a warm day. Enjoy your first taste of English Summer!

RECIPE: Strawberry Soup with Yoghurt Sorbet Ingredients: Strawberry Soup Serves 4 • 2 1/2 punnets of ripe English strawberries gently washed Stock Syrup • 150 g caster sugar • 100 ml water • 200 ml pink champagne or prosecco

Method: Stock Syrup 1. Place the sugar, pink champagne and water into a thick bottomed pan, stir until sugar is dissolved bring to the boil and the turn down to a simmer for 5 minutes then remove from heat. Leave to cool and then add the Juice of half a lemon.

• Juice of half a lemon • ½ vanilla pod • 1 x star Anise Yoghurt Sorbet Makes about 1 litre • Stock Syrup • 400 ml water • 100 gm caster sugar • Juice of 1/3 of a lemon • 500 ml good quality Greek Yoghurt

liquidiser and then pass through a chinios – keep the soup chilled

Yoghurt Sorbet 1. Make a stock syrup place the sugar and water in a thick bottomed pan on a high heat, stir until the sugar is dissolved, bring to the boil 2. Once the syrup has been bought to the boil turn Poached Strawberries down to a simmer for five minutes.

1. Reserve 150 ml of the stock syrup to the side split 3. Remove from heat and leave to cool – once cool add the vanilla pod and scrap out the seeds add to the the lemon juice. reserved stock syrup with the star anise 4. Chill in the fridge until very cold.

2. Select ½ punnet of the nicely strawberries for 5. Add the Greek yoghurt whisk in until poaching smooth 3. Bring the stock syrup back up to the 6. Churn in an ice cream machine or boil and add the strawberries remove alternative place in from heat and leave to cool a tub in a freezer For presentation select and then beat every the nicest shaped strawberries Strawberry Soup hour until set. for poaching. At the restaurant 1. Remainder of the stock syrup we garnish the soup with – bring to the boil and drop in 1 To serve; Place three poached crystallized mint leaves and punnet of strawberries, remove from strawberries in a circle in a pretty dried strawberry slices heat and leave to cool bowl. Place a scoop of the yoghurt to give that special 2. When cool add the remaining sorbet into the centre and then pour finish.

1 punnet of strawberries – blitz in a strawberry soup around the sorbet

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Celebrate summer 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 June 2018 for just £38 per person optional wine flight £18 **please mention ‘Lunch Offer’ when making your reservation

The Artichoke 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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A Visit To The Giggling Squid, Beaconsfield L

ondon end, Beaconsfield old Town has become the most recent edition to the ever growing restaurant group, The Giggling Squid. From the front, what appears as a regular building hides within the truly inspirational and unique design that has become familiar, yet different every time, of this highly regarded eatery.

A flourishing chain of restaurants it may be, but as now common place within this group, Beaconsfield’s Giggling Squid has the feel of an independent. The attention to detail is second to none and the eating space – or spaces – offer such variations, I am sure you could eat here at least five times and feel as if you are in a different restaurant each time.

So, we ate as a family on our visit to Giggling Squid. There was a selection to suit us all, and we shared a number of starters including the Sharing Platter consisting of hand-cut pork grilled n skewers, salt and pepper squid ( a favourite with everyone!), Thai chicken wings and vegetable spring rolls. The sharing platter is designed for two so in addition we tantalised our taste buds with the chicken satay and yes, an additional portion of the salt and pepper squid ( It is on the menu as a GS

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“Two members of our group just couldn’t resist the sound of the Pork Ribs in a homemade, three flavour sauce”

favourite and it soon became one of ours too!). We had a variety of different dipping sauces with this selection which was great as they varied in heat and flavour and suited us all.

So after savouring the delights of the starters we moved on to the mains. Two members of our group just couldn’t resist the sound of the Pork Ribs in a homemade, three flavour sauce. Served with Morning Glory and Tenderstem broccoli the flavour was well spiced, not too hot, but with a kick.

A prawn Massaman Curry certainly packed a punch, with the flavours of the sauce simply oozing out.

My favourite, a dish called ‘Fishing Village’ which was a mixed seafood in a red curry sauce rounded up with coconut milk. An abundance of delightful seafood this dish really hit the spot!

There were a number of delectable desserts to choose from, the Molten Chocolate Dessert won hands down twice (between us – we were so full!).

Chocolate heaven to finish off a perfectly lovely meal.

We spotted whilst there that they do some fantastic lunchtime deals on set menus, we will be back soon to try them out.

Throughout the meal the staff were attentive without being overbearing, advisory on the menu, friendly and welcoming. A great atmosphere, interesting surroundings – no wonder The Giggling Squid are a growing chain. If you’ve not been, be sure to try them out. www.gigglingsquid.com. 01494 730919

THAI TAPAS LUNCH AT GIGGLING SQUID Giggling Squid’s super popular ‘tasting sets’ are a selection of four carefully curated dish combinations, available every lunchtime, competitively priced between £9.95 and £11.95.

You’ll also find a two-dish meal combi, of a Thai curry and light bite that offers fantastic value, priced between £7.95 and £9.95.

22 London End, Beaconsfield HP9 2JH 01494 Bluecoat House, Saw Close, Bath BA1 1EY 730 919 www.gigglingsquid.com

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Turkish restaurant Chanak brings an abundance of Mediterranean flavours to Bourne End, Bucks

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ourne End in Buckinghamshire and the surrounding areas have welcomed Chanak with open arms. The new Turkish restaurant is proving beyond doubt that there was a huge gap in the local market for the divine and diverse flavours on offer.

We opted to dine mid-week, in a relaxed atmosphere giving us plenty of time to explore the tantalising tastes that Chanak delivers. Open to suggestion for our meal choices, I started with Hellim, grilled Cypriot cheese topped with basil sauce on a bed of leaves. This dish is a firm favourite of mine and I wasn’t disappointed. My friend chose King Prawns, pan fried and served with a ginger oyster sauce and a touch of garlic. Oozing with flavour , the prawns were already shelled (always a plus!) and served in a taco bowl.

For mains my friend already knew that she would order the mixed Lamb Shish and Chicken Shish Kebab – I think she had either been there before or had inside information! We spoke to Turgut, the owner of Chanak who explained that they marinade the finest quality meat in a highly guarded secret recipe – it was delicious. The lamb was juicy, the flavoursome chicken was tender and moist. Served on a warm pitta with rice and salad this dish was beautifully presented with a taste that delivered in every bite. Such a healthy option too!

As recommended by Turgut, my main was the Ottoman Lamb Shank. This slowly cooked dish was bejewelled in dates and chickpeas in a demi glaze sauce. On a bed of sautéed potatoes and rice the lamb fell from the bone with ease and simply melted in your mouth. The flavour was divine.

The portion sizes at Chanak are considerable – to the point where neither of us could attempt much more than a coffee for afters. Safe to say, the

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choices for desserts ranged from simple classics to Turkish pastries and an abundance in between.

Chanak caters very well for all tastes, with range of seafood, pasta and vegetarian dishes. Children can enjoy smaller versions of the signature kebab mains and there are numerous sides to compliment all options. A spacious restaurant you can also enjoy the internal décor showcasing a selection of the most beautiful Turkish and Persian rugs adorning the walls. Open seven days a week from 11am until 11pm the restaurant caters to times that suit all.

To pre-book your dining experience, call 01628 529999. 66-70 The Parade Bourne End SL8 5SS. www.chanak.co.uk

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Planning Ahead: Wills and Care Costs

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lthough my Wills clients continue to be mindful of Inheritance Tax, I am finding that increasingly, they are more concerned about longer-term care costs in the future and whether they will be able to leave an inheritance to their children.

The background to this legitimate and understandable concern is that most people who find themselves in the position of requiring residential care will need to pay for that care themselves, unless they fall below the means-tested threshold of £23,500.00. Given the generally inflated house prices that prevail in this part of the country, anyone who owns even a modest property will be highly likely to have to fund their care costs themselves. In view of residential care costs in all but the most modest of care homes running to in excess of £1,000.00 per week, care costs can quickly swallow up all of our wealth and the inheritance we wanted to leave to our children, that we worked so hard to build up, has all but evaporated.

Local authorities are alert to the simplistic solution of trying to give away our wealth before we go into care and they have put in place so-called “Deliberate Deprivation Rules”, whereby if you attempt to give away property or money in order to impoverish yourself and put the burden back on the LA to pay for your care, they will point to what you have given away and either claw back those gifts, or simply refuse to pay for your care. So, what are we to do? One solution is for married couples to use their wills to protect some of their joint wealth from being spent on care costs. The nuts and bolts of the arrangement would be for a married couple to draft their wills as follows:• On the first of them to pass away, instead of the matrimonial home passing outright to the surviving spouse, the half share belonging to the 38 JUNE 2018

deceased spouse passes into a form of trust • The terms of that trust could be that the surviving spouse can continue to live there (and remains responsible for outgoings), but the value of the half share belonging to first spouse to pass away remains ring-fenced within the trust • If the surviving spouse did then need to move into a care home and the house needed to be sold, only half of the value of the home need be put towards that spouse’s care costs – the remainder could be ring-fenced for (e.g.) the couple’s children It is possible (and relatively straightforward) to draft the wills so that the surviving spouse can downsize or otherwise move house and still maintain the asset protection provisions of the trust. Please get in touch with us to discuss how we can help draft wills that can help protect an inheritance for your family.

David Roper is a Senior Solicitor at K J Smith Solicitors specialising in Wills, Trusts and probate matters. David is a member of the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP), an internationally recognised organisation whose members consist of accountants and lawyers and who are specially qualified to advise on and assist with Private Client matters. He is also a member of Solicitors for the Elderly (SFE), a specialist group of lawyers who are qualified to advise elderly clients on matters of particular concern to them.

K J Smith Solicitors are the only niche family law firm offering advice right across the Thames Valley. We offer free consultations with specialist family and wills, trusts and probate lawyers – this gives us an opportunity to give you the important initial advice but it also gives you the chance to meet our team and decide if we are the right fit for you.

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

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he most astonishing cars ever produced, since new. a line-up of world-famous luxury In total, nearly 1000 cars will gather in the Palace brands, and one of the UK’s most grounds over the weekend, but there’s so much beautiful historic settings. That’s the very more to see and do. As well as pop-up boutiques successful recipe for the world-famous Concours from luxury watchmakers like A. Lange & Söhne, of Elegance, which is coming to Hampton Court fashion brands and arthouses like Collier Dobson, Palace from 31 August – 2 September. there’s a range of high-end food and drink to Presented by luxury watchmakers, A. Lange keep you refreshed. Taittinger will be hosting their & Söhne, the Concours of Elegance first began very own champagne tent and Tom’s Kitchen are at Windsor Castle in 2012, as the only motoring preparing luxury hampers which can be pre-ordered event ever to have been granted access to the idyllic and collected on the day.

Quadrant. Anyone that watched the Royal Wedding As if that’s not enough, your entry ticket also will have seen Prince Harry and Meghan arrive, and guarantees you access to the Palace, the State depart, from there following the ceremony, but with Rooms and the Maze.

Concours of Elegance in town, it was filled Concours of Elegance are offering readers with 60 unique, rare and beautiful cars a two-for-one ticket offer to Concours from across the world. of Elegance.

Since then, the event has grown – Simply head to READER always with a stunning collection of www.concoursofelegance.co.uk/ OFFER: GET cars at its heart – into a celebration tickets and enter the promotional 2-4-1 of luxury goods, fine food and code LIFEVIP to claim yours.

TICKETS drink, wonderful music and superb displays of art. Since 2017, it’s also made its home in the breath-taking grounds of Hampton Court Palace.

But it’s worth spending a bit of time focusing on the cars: the line-up is a veritable feast of the most famous brands in the world; Ferrari, RollsRoyce, Bugatti and Lamborghini all feature. But each car in the Concours must be invited to attend, and in order to get an invitation, your car must be extremely special.

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

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BEKONSCOT MODEL VILLAGE & RAILWAY Bekonscot is a registered charity. Our surplus is spent on improving the Village and on grants to other charities.

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ince opening in 1929, in excess of £6 million has been donated to worthy causes and charities. Bekonscot has had more than 15 million visitors, including Queen Mary, King George V, Princess Elizabeth, Princess Margaret Rose.

At the end of each season the surplus is split between TRCF and Church Army for distribution to needy causes and various charities. More local charities benefit from TRCF portion of the surplus whilst the Church Army portion is distributed further afield.

Bekonscot is famed worldwide for its six historic 1930s themed villages set in a 1½ acre miniature landscape of farms and fields, castles and churches, woods, lakes and rolling hills; all connected by one of Britain’s largest and oldest Gauge 1 model railway.

Bekonscot portrays traditional 1930s rural

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England and has a 1:12 scale population of 3,000.

Despite pressure to modernise, it has remained virtually unchanged: model steam trains chug around the village regardless of weather conditions and there has never been any problems with leaves on the track! The Bekonscot Fire Brigade has never gone on strike. Bekonscot offers a memorable family trip into a miniature wonderland of history.

Bekonscot was the vision of Roland Callingham, an eccentric but philanthropic English gentleman whose model railway grew too large for his house. He, his gardener and staff rebuilt it outside in an adjoining meadow, complete with model houses and alpine gardens to complete the scene. As word spread, he opened it up to the public and over the years it grew, all profits going to various charities.

A new purpose-built Education Centre provides an opportunity for visitors to find out more about the history and maintenance of Bekonscot and its many tiny inhabitants. The Centre also provides an opportunity for visitors of all ages to experience life during the 1930s through role play, displays and interactive exhibits.

Bekonscot inspired a book (The Enchanted Village) by author Enid Blyton who lived locally for many years.

Bekonscot has a Tea Room and Ice Cream Parlour, Gift / Souvenir Shop, playground, picnic areas / picnic storage, and disabled facilities. There are remote controlled boats*, sit-on railway*, kiddie rides*, pirate water feature* (*small extra charge), There is limited free parking.

Our log cabin is a fun place to hold a child’s birthday party.

Operated by The Roland Callingham Foundation (TRCF) Charity Number: 1164475 www.bekonscot.co.uk

Facts about Bekonscot: Opened to the public in 1929 Population of 3,000 individuals and 300 animals

Numerous bonsai-style shrubs Approximately 160,000 visitors annually 400 metres of “Gauge One” model railway Each model train covers 2,000 real miles annually Moving models include yacht race, fairground, coal mine and house on fire Other models include: three castles, five churches, six pubs, Sydney Harbour Bridge, the World’s smallest Marks and Spencer, windmill, docks, tramway, two piers, zoo, three farms and a foxhunt.

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42nd STREET Booking Details Theatre Royal Drury Lane Tickets from only £15 Website: 42ndStreetMusical.co.uk Call: 020 7087 7760

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inner of 4 WhatsOnStage Awards including Best Musical Revival, 42nd Street is the song and dance, American dream fable of Broadway. The show features some of the greatest songs ever written, including the iconic ‘We’re In The Money’, ‘Lullaby of Broadway’, ‘Shuffle Off To Buffalo’, ‘Dames’, ‘I Only Have Eyes For You’ and ‘42nd Street’.

Performance Times Monday - Saturday: 7:30pm Wednesday & Saturday Matinees: 2:30pm

‘The mother of all show-biz musicals’ – Daily Telegraph With an all-singing, high-kicking cast of over 50 on the West End’s largest stage, 42nd Street is the biggest show in town. Lulu stars as ‘Dorothy Brock’ for a strictly limited 16 week season until 7 July only. Joining her are Tom Lister, who continues in the role of ‘Julian Marsh’, and Clare Halse, whose performance of ‘Peggy Sawyer’ has been hailed as ‘outstanding’. They are accompanied by Ashley Day (An American in Paris) who recently joined the show in the role of ‘Billy Lawlor’.

‘A wow factor revival of one of the greatest musicals of all.

You’ll leave happy. Perfection.

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Young Peggy Sawyer is fresh off the bus from small-town America and just another face in the chorus line on Broadway’s newest show. But when the leading lady gets injured, Peggy might just have the shot at stardom she’s always dreamed of.

One of the classic Broadway musicals, 42nd Street has played to global acclaim for almost 40 years since it opened, with awards including the Tony, Olivier and Evening Standard Awards for Best New Musical, and the Tony Awards for Best Choreography and Best Musical Revival.

So much glitz you’ll need to wear sunglasses – Daily Express Book your tickets now and experience Broadway’s biggest show on London’s biggest stage - this is a musical like no other, entertainment doesn’t get bigger than this.

Theatre Royal Drury Lane, Catherine Street, London, WC2B 5JF

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“How do we get in?”

Discover The Waterfront Enclosure During Henley Regatta 2018

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hese were the words on everyone’s lips last year during Henley Regatta 2017 as they discovered the exclusive Waterfront Enclosure on the banks of the beautiful River Thames.

Located by the iconic start line opposite Temple Island, The Waterfront Enclosure hosted by exclusive event and catering company The Wild Fork is emerging as the place to be seen at the most Edwardian of English summer season events.

Returning by popular demand for a third year, the eye-catchingly stylish stretch tent and idyllic English country garden add style and atmosphere to a perfect summer’s day out, either for entertaining corporate guests, rewarding your employees or for gathering friends and family for an unforgettable treat.

Arrive mid-morning in time for a Great British brunch with a chilled glass of champagne or a classic Pimms, delicious pastries, fresh juices, miniature English breakfasts with healthy granola, yoghurt and fruit compote pots on offer too.

Friendly, attentive staff are on hand to ensure guests quickly unwind with live jazz playing softly in the background.

From 12.30 pm onwards, a four course lunch is served, a British-inspired menu with European influences, shared across banqueting tables with views of the rowers racing down the river and the team of chefs impressively working the wood-fired ovens.

Expect overflowing wooden platters of gin and elder cured salmon as well as rabbit rillette, duck liver parfait, smoked pigeon and celeriac remoulade to start. To follow, mouthwatering lamb with delicate orzo READER pasta, vibrant spring greens, tzatziki OFFER: SAVE and freshly baked flat breads and deliciously tender chicken from The Thoughtful Producer accompanied

by Israeli couscous, heritage tomatoes and tabbouleh. A delightful selection of miniature desserts and a fine cheese board will complete the feast.

The quality bar supported by Chase Distillery will deliver good, honest drinks using the best ingredients. Stocked with thoughtfully selected wines, spirits, summer cocktails and craft ales, the free bar remains open for the rest of the day offering full waiter service.

After enjoying a game (or two) of croquet, retire to a perfect spot in the garden to indulge in a decadent afternoon tea.

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

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Experience the very best hospitality during Henley Royal Regatta.

The Waterfront Enclosure during Henley Royal Regatta 2018 Wednesday 4th July – Saturday 7th July 2018 10.30am – 5.30pm Pricing and all-inclusive package details: Wednesday £249.00 + vat Thursday £289.00 + vat Friday £299.00 + vat Saturday £249.00 + vat Price includes: • Delicious brunch • Tea, coffee and fresh juices • Traditional Pimms or Champagne • Full bar all day • Four course lunch • Afternoon tea and artisan treats • Unique enclosure • English country garden • Croquet lawn • Stylish seating area • Kitchen theatre • Wood fired oven • Live music • Live rowing commentary • Free car parking • Complimentary regatta programme The Waterfront Enclosure has a relaxed ‘smart casual’ dress code.

Bookings available by telephone on 01635 200 200 or by email to jaz@thewildfork.co.uk The Wild Fork The Old Cart Shed Haw Farm Hampstead Norreys Berkshire RG18 0TP www.thewildfork.co.uk

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June events at The Chorleywood Bookshop June is a VERY exciting month for us at The Chorleywood Bookshop; we have a varied and marvellous selection of events to suit all tastes… sharing with us the basics of wine appreciation and will show us how to get more out of a bottle of wine, and find out what is really inside. We will be sampling a selection of wines on the night; these wines have been handpicked by Oz and aim to give the drinker a variety of tastes and flavours.

A copy of his marvellous new book ‘Wine by the Glass’ is included in your ticket and Oz would be delighted to sign and dedicate it for you on the night. Now is the moment to grab that glass, learn about what is inside that bottle and taste while you listen and read…

Tickets £30.00 to include a FREE copy of the book (RRP £9.99) and a selection of wines (chosen by Oz) to taste with instruction by the man himself.

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n Wednesday June 13th, we welcome bestselling author and Telegraph journalist Bryony Gordon to Chorleywood. Bryony was not a runner. A loafer, a dawdler, a drinker, a smoker, yes.

A runner, no. Yet somehow, as she began to recover from the emotional rollercoaster of laying her life bare in her mental health memoir ‘MAD GIRL’, she started to realise that getting outside, moving her body and talking to others for whom life was also an occasional challenge, might actually help her.

Going for a run might not banish her sadness but at least she was damn well trying to beat it!

Join Heads Together mental health campaigner Bryony Gordon for a hilarious and exclusive evening celebrating this remarkable book at Chenies Manor House, WD3 6ER. Event book voucher £12.00 to include a Pimm’s, book Eat, Drink Run will be £12.00 (RRP £16.99) on the night.

Did you know we have the perfect Friday night for wine lovers! Wine expert Oz Clarke will be joining us on Friday June 8th, 7.30pm at Sarratt Village Hall, WD3 6AS for an evening of wine appreciation and celebration!

Oz, with his trademark wit and humour, will be

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Join Chorleywood Bookshop and nurse of twenty years, Christie Watson, on Monday 25th June, 7.30pm at The Junction, WD3 5SG for an evening to remember…

Taking us from birth to death and from A&E to the mortuary, ‘The Language of Kindness’ is an astonishing account of a profession defined by acts of care, compassion and kindness. In our most extreme moments, when life is lived most intensely, Christie is with us. She is a guide, mentor and friend.

For in these dark days of division and isolationism, she encourages us all to stretch out a hand.

In the year in which we celebrate the 70th anniversary of the NHS, The Language of Kindness is set to be one of 2018’s most urgent, most talked about and best-loved books. Discover this remarkable real life account of twenty first century nursing and its knowledgeable writer for yourself on June 25th.

Event book vouchers are £8.00, book ‘The Language of Kindness’ (RRP £14.99) will be just £12 on the night. www.chilternbookshops.co.uk

“‘The Language of Kindness’ is an astonishing account of a profession defined by acts of care, compassion and kindness”

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MERAKI BRINGS FAMILY FESTIVAL MAGIC TO HERTFORDSHIRE

UK’S FIRST ALL INCLUSIVE FESTIVAL

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eraki is back for another year and we have three incredible music stages packed with world-renowned artists and a festival site filled with performers and adventures.

Our main music stage is back-to-back with incredible artists, from global superstars like All Saints, Pixie Lott, Gabrielle, Nik Kershaw and 10cc, to national and local favourites like Boogie Storm, Simon McBride and Annabel Williams.

We also have an assortment of amazing activities which you can pack into your days at Meraki - these include: Europe’s largest outdoor waterslide, swimming pools, movie house, roller disco, caving, massage, face painting, kids comedy & theatre, fairground, circus classes, adults only field with gin and chill out spaces and much, much more.

Our festival is All-Inclusive which means that once you’re through the gates, you don’t have to pay for any of our festival activities - you can enjoy all of your favourite parts of the festival and not pay a penny more – just focus on having a great time and creating magical summer memories!

And for those of you who like to hear your tunes blasting off a set of decks, The House of Neon dance tent will be pumping out party classics each night with a stellar lineup of DJs that includes legends like Judge Jules, Danny Rampling, Tall Paul,

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and Seb Fontaine.

Whether you come and camp for a long weekend, join us for an amazing day or grab an evening ticket and party with us for one night only - we look forward to seeing you in August for an incredible festival filled with Meraki summer fun!

Child tickets start from £5 and adults from £30, so be quick and grab your ticket as the event is set to SELL OUT!!!

Festival location: St Albans, Hertfordshire. www.merakifestival.com

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WIN TICKETS! For your chance to win a family Meraki day pass then answer this question.: What was the name of All Saints first album?

Please send your answers to marketing@merakifestival.com for your chance to win a family camping ticket for Meraki Festival 2018.

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& beauty – Fashion, health and beauty news to keep you looking and feeling your best – i m a g e : ANDR E W GARDN E R

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BEAUTY & FASHION SHINE LIKE A STAR These fabulous, chunky, gold hoops are a summer must-have.

Classic, timeless design inspired by the film stars of the 50s, Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe.

Style them with a dress or a Breton top and jeans for a more relaxed look. Audrey hoops by Misia Mae, Fashion Jewellery for Extraordinary Women. £48, www.misiamae.com

man about town “Designers devote their heart and soul to their products and brands. Their work is incredibly intricate and passionate, combining traditional craftsmanship with innovative materials and techniques. Yet they lack a single platform for their talent to be showcased and their stories to be heard. At the same time, the discerning man now demands more from brands. He does not care for a product per se; but values how that product nurtures his individuality - through the image it portrays, the relationships it creates, and the self-confidence it gives him. Jeya Narrative does not simply focus on a specific artefact or a quest for quality and sustainability; instead, we focus on fulfilling the discerning man’s expectations with a collection of curated products, experiences and editorial content that are to his image and help him on his journey to self-actualisation. www.jeyanarrative.com

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Perfect for both shopping and storage, this traditional style market basket is ethically sourced and handmade in Morocco from palm leaves, with two brown leather handles and a sweet wool tassel detail. Each basket also features a woollen woven stripe to the top. We think it’s just perfect for taking to the beach. £60, www.coxandcox.co.uk

These knee-high socks are extra-long with a cushion sole and are perfect to combine with wellies and boots for those summertime country walks. £20, www.heating-and-plumbing.com

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product of the month Obagi Sun Shield Mineral Broad Spectrum SPF 50 Protection from UVA & UVB rays. A lightweight formula containing unique INVISIBLE ZINC technology. Dries clear and is water resistant for up to 40 minutes. Contains ceramides to help repair and restore the skin’s protective barrier. Shield your skin from daily sun damage with this chemical-free sunscreen.

Available at MBA Clinics Beaconsfield www.mbaclinics.com

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The Mystery of smart casual “Neat, conventional, yet relatively informal in style, especially as worn to conform to a particular dress code”

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inding the meaning of “smart casual” can quickly become very confusing. The dictionary defines it as “neat, conventional, yet relatively informal in style, especially as worn to conform to a particular dress code”. But what does that actually mean in practice and how should you dress smart casual?

It is apparent that anything can be considered as ‘smart casual’ from rolled up chino’s to shorts (that seems too casual for me). A suit, open collared shirt and shoes also seem to fit the bill. So where are the boundaries? What should you be looking for when dressing smart casual?

It is safe to say that what was considered smart casual 20 years ago was very different to what it is today. That is part of the joy of fashion, it refuses to stay the same, it is always moving forward.

It will happily take influences from years past but it will always be ‘of its time’. One thing should never change when choosing your outfit, be comfortable in what you wear. Trust your own judgement because there is no right or wrong answer to this conundrum, nothing is set in stone.

It is hard to guage the level of formality needed for any party or event with a smart casual dress code. One way of not being caught out by this social sudoko is by being able to change an outfit as you go. You may turn up to a party, you have jacket, shirt, cotton trousers and a nice pair of loafers for example. As you get there, you realise you are a little over dressed, but don’t worry. The situation can be resolved easily by simply taking off your jacket and rolling up your sleeves. It is always easier dressing an outfit down on the go than it is trying to dress one up. With that in mind the most important thing is that you enjoy every event you attend this summer. Don’t let the dress code hold you back.

Andrew Gardner, The Tanyard, Tring Road, Wendover, Buckinghamshire 01296 625488 www.andrewgardner.co.uk

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B E A C O N S F I E L D ’ S F I R S T D E D I C AT E D M E D I C A L A E S T H E T I C C L I N I C

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.

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“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.

AS FeATUReD In:

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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NEW IN TOWN June Launch Offer Pop in and enjoy a complimentary coffee or prosecco. They even have cold beer so your other half can sit and read the paper whilst you browse! Personal styling available with Jackie or Samantha by appointment.

Jak & Liza, the contemporary women clothing and accessory destination, is proud to announce the launch of its new multi brand boutique in Beaconsfield.

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he brainchild of Samantha Kenwright, a veteran of the retail industry with over 30yrs experience. Jak & Liza was born out of a need to cater for the woman of today who wants a versatile, coordinated wardrobe that is unique and comfortable.

In an age where women are always on the move and often combining outfits to suit their everyday needs, from the school run, to the gym, from the office to drinks or dinner with friends. Today’s women want to feel comfortable, yet fashionable.

With less ‘me time’ comes the need to be able to quickly rotate your look, mix and match pieces without spending a fortune on high end designer labels or being slaves to mainstream high street brands.

Featuring a curated collection of brands that hail from Copenhagen to Italy, every piece is carefully chosen to ensure it hangs beautifully and offers a fashionable edge.

The debut of Jak & Liza features Stefanel, one of Italy’s largest fashion companies and drivers of

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innovation, and NÜ a Danish brand that is defined by modern, provocative and laid back style. There are also pieces from ANONYME, Circle of Trust, FIVEUNITS to name but a few, completes the versatility of the collection, allowing women to create a capsule wardrobe that can go from day to evening seamlessly.

In-store experience is paramount to the boutique – Samantha and her team offer style advice and refreshments in an approachable and laid back environment.

‘Mixing classic timeless pieces with on trend separates allow our customers to feel both stylish and sophisticated, working effortlessly with other items in their wardrobe. Our women love fashion and they lead busy lives so it’s imperative that we offer uniqueness and versatility in our collection. I am passionate about helping style women so that they feel great in what they wear – and importantly they get wear from each piece in tandem with others in their wardrobe’

THE DETAILS Jak & Liza, 10 The Broadway, Penn Road, HP9 2PD, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire.

01494 258808 jakandliza@outlook.com

Opening hours: Monday – Saturday 9:30 – 17:30 Closed on Sundays.

10 The Broadway, Penn Road, Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 2PD

01494 258808 jakandliza@outlook.com @jak.liza

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35 years of recognised excellent Customer Service Spire Harpenden shortlisted for Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce Award.

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e are very proud to announce that Spire Harpenden Hospital has been shortlisted for the Excellence in Customer Service Award 2018.

We have treated thousands of satisfied patients since we opened our doors 35 years ago, and are very excited to be recognised for such an award.

Providing high quality patient care is our top priority and we offer a wide range of services and treatments at each stage of the care pathway: from initial GP referral, consultation, diagnosis and treatment, to recovery and rehabilitation. We specialise in a wide range of therapy areas including: oncology, orthopaedics, gynaecology, physiotherapy and imaging.

Here at Spire Harpenden Hospital, we work hard to continue investing in the hospital, equipment and staff, so that patients receive excellent care.

With free car parking, translation services and food prepared daily on site, we believe it’s these small details which makes all the difference to patients. We even have a member of staff dedicated 62 JUNE 2018

specifically to collect and action patient feedback, so you always know that your feedback has been listened to.

As well as being shortlisted for our own award, we are also pleased to sponsor the Community Champion Award 2018. We believe that care starts with the local community, and our staff all live by our Spire vales which are centred around patient care: • Caring is our passion • Succeeding and celebrating together • Driving clinical excellence • Doing the right thing • Delivering on our promises • Keeping it simple The nominees for the Community Champion Award 2018 are absolutely fantastic, and we cannot wait to present the award to the well-deserved winner.

Your health is our priority here at Spire Harpenden Hospital.

Give us a call today on: 01582 787 618 to jump start a better life.

“We work hard to continue investing in the hospital, equipment and staff”

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Pigmentation Survival Guide Most of us enjoy sitting in the sunshine and there is plenty of evidence that sunlight can be good for us, but - like many things in life - too much of a good thing can be harmful. Over-exposure to the sun has been proven to contribute to many different skin and health conditions which, if left untreated and unprotected, can worsen. We spoke to skincare specialist, Petrina Nugawela to find out more about keeping our skin safe this Summer and how to combat tricky conditions such as Pigmentation and Melasma, so you can feel confident going make-up free when you’re pool-side.

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hen skin cells are healthy skin will appear normal and even, but when skin cells become damaged or unhealthy, extra melanin is produced to help protect your skin which can result in pigmentation. Alternatively, the cells that produce pigment can be damaged which prevents melanin production and as a result, parts of your skin may turn lighter (hypopigmentation) or darker (hyperpigmentation), both of which are recongised skin conditions.

One of the reasons why the sun can be so harmful to your skin is due to Free Radicals. Free Radicals are molecules that cause damage to cells, they exist everywhere, but external factors such as pollution, sunlight and smoking triggers production.

In skin, they cause visible signs of ageing by damaging collagen which can lead to wrinkles, dark marks, and pigmentation problems. It is also thought they could contribute to the development of some health conditions, including cancer.

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For Melasma

“Free Radicals are molecules that cause damage to cells, they exist everywhere, but external factors such as pollution, sunlight and smoking triggers production”

Not all pigmentation stems from sun damage however, Melasma is a different sort of beast and requires a different approach. A form of pigmentation, this condition results from hormonal changes within your body which can be caused by myriad of reasons, from pregnancy to birth control and other medications, “it can appear at any age and affect men as well” says Petrina. While lasers are sometimes recommended for treating Melasma, Petrina notes that they can often make the pigmentation worse, she has seen great success treating Melasma using the right combination of skin care products, her go-to being the Obagi NuDerm range. “There’s no one best treatment for Melasma, needs are different based on the type and severity of skin damage, the pigment of your skin, and how much downtime you’re willing to tolerate.

A complimentary consultation is always carried out beforehand to create a treatment plan tailored to you and then monitored closely”.

For Ongoing Protection

A surprising amount of people have some degree of sun damage, and often obtaining sun damage at a younger age can trigger Melasma to flare up later in life. “We offer a skin analysis at MBA which essentially shows people a true image of their skin and what sort of damage they have. This technology allows us to be even more precise with our treatment plans, gives patient’s a good insight into their problems areas, and where they should be focusing on”.

As we mentioned previously, Free Radicals (those skin-damaging molecules), are always around but the risk increases with factors such as pollution and sun exposure. Whilst limiting exposure to these triggering factors is key, you can go a step further to protect yourself with a topical Vitamin C. There are so many reasons why Vitamin C is a great addition to your skincare routine, but one of the main benefits is that Vitamin C is full of antioxidants.

Antioxidants are highly effective in protecting your cells from free radicals, helping them to develop and repair without abnormalities - this is essential for your skin cells as they are damaged on a daily basis.

For Pigmentation One of the most effective and well-documented solutions for pigmentation is IPL and laser. Petrina favour’s the Lumenis M22 which has been featured on ITV, Grazia and was even voted the best resurfacing laser by Tatler. The M22 IPL offers a gentle, effective treatment that targets the pigmented areas. ResurFX is also effective, by stimulating collagen production it improves the overall texture of skin restoring a healthy glow. You can also combine IPL and ResurFX for the increasingly popular ‘laser facial’ known as PhotoFractional Skin Rejuvenation OBAGI-C FX

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which really gives your skin a complete boost. Petrina adds that “the benefit of laser and IPL treatments is whilst they are targeting the problem they also provide a rejuvenating effect as well so you really see the impact”.

IPL and ResurFX boast a minimal downtime, butif you are looking to get great results in only one treatment and don’t mind a slightly more aggressive approach, you can also opt for a CO2 laser treatment. “We use the AcuPulse laser which works by resurfacing the skin and encouraging new skin cells, lifting the pigmentation and creating new skin underneath”.

If lasers aren’t your thing, other options that Petrina finds effective include the award-winning Obagi skin care range and also ViPeel, which works by essentially removing the top layer of skin that is damaged by the sun. “The combination of a chemical peel with hydroquinone offers a diverse way to treat pigmentation and it is also a suitable and effective treatment for all skin types, whereas IPL isn’t always as safe for darker skin types”.

Apply vitamin C topically with or before the application of sunscreen to boost effectiveness and help it to penetrate to the lower layers of your skin. Vitamin C is an effective added layer of protection against harmful UV rays and helps to prevent and treat UV induced photo damage.

Petrina recommends Obagi Professional-C Serum, available at all MBA Clinic locations.

Protection is the key to preventing future sun damage related skin conditions, by using an SPF factor cream above 30 every day as part of your beauty routine you are making a great step towards protecting your skin, but we do mean every day. This is because we are still subject to harmful rays even on a cloudy day and in the Winter, so don’t let the dark skies fool you - a recent study found that 1 in 3 Brits experience sun damage from being in the UK alone.

SPF not only protects from the sun but also creates a barrier to harmful free radicals that can irritate Rosacea and create broken capillaries on the face.

There is such a variety of treatment options when it comes to skin conditions, it’s always better to seek personalised advice in a consultation rather than searching for a solution independently.

“Experience using a variety of methods on a wide range of patients allows me to offer specific advice for my patients, you just can’t get the same experience online. At the end of the day, it’s a journey to better skin and we want patients to know they aren’t on that journey alone. We always review our patients regularly, offering professional advice and support that’s only a phone-call away”.

All treatments* mentioned are available at MBA Clinics. Get in touch for a complimentary consultation to discuss your personal treatment plan or for more information. *Some treatments are prescriptive, so a consultation is required.

Beaconsfield | Maidenhead | Datchet

0800 246 1333 Info@mbaclinics.com

“If lasers aren’t your thing, other options that Petrina finds effective include the award-winning Obagi skin care range”

Petrina Nugawela is a Specialist Aesthetic Practitioner, international trainer for Lumenis and founder of MBA Clinics. She began her career in clinical research and has been practicing in the Aesthetic industry for over 15 years.

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Summer starts

here

It’s official! We can finally ditch the 40 denier tights, and pack away the deep berry hued lipsticks which have been giving life to our lacklustre complexions.

Most of us have found our skin misbehaving as the weather has been somewhat confusing (including finding our central heating on in midMay). But lets focus on the now. Sunshine means less make-up, more colour and the chance to slather on shimmering skin oils and embrace dewy skin. Get your fix of glow-getters, skin enhancers, and bottled sunshine with our hottest picks on the high street.

WORDS: LAUREN NAYLOR

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Orange Butterflies Perfumer extraordinaire, Jo Malone, has created Jo Loves Orange Butterflies inspired by her time in the South of France. The stunning citrus and floral scent features orange blossom, pettigran mandarin and neroli and is summer encompassed in a bottle. £70, 50ml, Joloves.com

Shimmering Skin Nourishment is key after sunbathing. This lightweight oil gives an instant a sun-kissed glow with hits of warm bronze and shimmering gold tones to enhance your skin. This luxe multi-purpose body provides a natural bronzed sheen and is ideal to hydrate skin post tanning.

Bali Shimmering Body Oil, £25.95, balibodyco.com

Dual Purpose If you’re looking for oil-free sunscreen with extra skin boosting benefits, this dual purpose SPF50 sunscreen protects and perfects the skin. With gentle AHA’s to help reduce fine lines and Vitamins E and B3, this facial lotion helps to moisturise skin as well as preventing UV damage and premature skin ageing. The added bonus of sheer tint gives a fresh healthy glow, evens out the skin tone and creates a great base for make-up.

SunSense Anti-Ageing Face Matte SPF 50, £27.99, 100ml, effortlesskin.com

Prepped and Ready Mist your face pre and post make-up routine to fix everything in place, and refresh the skin throughout the day. This hydrating skin fix features translucent pearls to give a glowing lustrous finish to the face.

M.A.C Prep and Prime Fix (available in pink lite and goldlite), £19, maccosmetics.co.uk

Restorative Treatment It’s no secret that the sun can fade colour and cause dryness over time, so this intelligent dry mask treatment helps rebuild the core integrity of your hair. Amino acids and vegetable proteins help penetrate deep into the cuticle to repair and condition from within.

Lore Originals, Legend, £36 for 6 sachets. loreoriginals.com

SOS Recovery You may be sporting the latest gel colour for your holiday, but your nail plate and cuticles still need love and attention pre and post manicure. This nail and cuticle oil has 100 per cent natural ingredients, such as organic jojoba. Long-term use encourages nail growth and minimises the risk of nail breakage.

The UV-filtered roller ball application makes it a handbag-friendly hero too.

Apothaka SOS recovery nail and cuticle oil, £13.95, apothaka.com

Tan Boost If you want to bolster your skin pre-tanning, these vegan juicy raspberry flavoured gummies help protect against oxidative stress with a cocktail of antioxidants, as well as giving skin a golden hue from the inside out. Help build up a natural colour in as little as two weeks with plant nutrients such as beta carotene, lycopene and lutein. Take them two weeks prior to sun exposure to see a noticeable difference.

U-Tan Tanning Gummies, £17.99, utanandtone.com

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UNIVERSAL

CARE W

hen Peter and Gillian Cullimore decided to form Universal Care in 1986, they could not have realised that the business would have continued to grow for the next 32 years and provide caring services to many Beaconsfield residents in their own homes.

Originally, Universal Care provided nannies and au pairs as well as carers but because of Gillian’s background in nursing and particularly having been a district nurse, it was decided to concentrate on the caring aspect.

The first problem was to find suitable offices and after months of searching they were able to find one room in Chester House in Windsor End in Old Beaconsfield. Fortunately, for them the occupiers of the other offices in Chester House were running down their business and gradually Gillian and Peter were able to take over the whole of Chester House.

Following Gillian’s death in 1997, Peter decided that he had an excellent team of Care Managers and Carers and he would continue running the business.

Universal Care was very privileged in 2013 to have the Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, Sir Henry Aubrey Fletcher to unveil a brilliantly made model of Chester House in Bekonscot model village.

Several years later, Peter noticed that the adjacent premises, 11 Windsor End, were vacant. This had originally been a bakery, followed by a photographic studio and made a valuable addition to Chester House including facilities for a Conference Room which is now used regularly for training.

Peter continues to work in the business on a day to day basis and has been very pleased to announce the appointment of Angela Geer as his Managing Director from May 2018.

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work led to international assignments before returning to the UK where latterly she developed an interest and specialism in older people services and associated health challenges.

She has been a representative in the creative and pioneering work of Dementia Friends, Campaign to End Loneliness and Silver Line. Her most recent executive appointments have been within the specialist area of epilepsy. Angela has an MBA, BA (Economics), is a qualified teacher and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. www.universal-care.co.uk

“Universal Care was very privileged in 2013 to have the Lord Lieutenant of Buckinghamshire, Sir Henry Aubrey Fletcher to unveil a brilliantly made model of Chester House in Bekonscot model village”

Having a live-in carer could cHange your life

In addition to providing hourly care we have a friendly and supportive team of live-in carers.

So having a live-in carer could really change your life.

Staying safe and comfortable in your own home is what most of us would like and with a live-in carer you will not have to worry about cooking your meals, getting your shopping or making your bed. our reliable team of live-in carers will also accompany you on visits so you are able to regain some independence, together with the confidence to remain in your own home. live-in care is also a very economical alternative to moving to a care home. Why not contact us for an informal chat?

9 Windsor End, Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 2JJ 01494 678811 • www.universal-care.co.uk

The joy of giVing

You could be a part of our new Community Hospice. There are so many ways that you could help us to make it a very special place: • Visit one of our shops in either Bourne End or Hazlemere • Donate your unwanted goods at any re-use site across Bucks for sale in our re-use shops at Aston Clinton and High Heavens • Make a regular donation, just £1 a month helps us to plan for our future • Hold your own fundraising event, or take part in a walk, run or skydive • Volunteer with us – even an hour or two a week will make a huge difference • Attend one of our events and bring your friends and family too

if you would like to know more then please call 01494 552 761 or email info@sbhospice.org.uk www.sbh.org.uk

follow us on facebook @SouthBuckshospice or Twitter @SBuckshospice To keep up to date with our current campaigns, events and opportunities visit www.sbh.org.uk

South Bucks Hospice is a Company Limited by Guarantee. Registered in England and Wales No. 6775584. Registered Charity No. 1128881 Registered office is Butterfly House, Kingswood Park, High Wycombe, Bucks, HP13 6GR

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BABY ON MIND: STOP ASKING ME! Y words: shireen wsaluja

ou are trying to have a baby and begin the process of eating healthy, detoxing, and using ovulation sticks to check if its time to be intimate and form the family you dreamt of. Fast-forward several months and all of this seems to still be happening; no pregnancy and no baby. You love your partner, but are tired of planning your “intimate time.” You seem to be attracting babies are all around you. Everyone’s posting on facebook and chatting away about their children and you’ve now started feeling a bit low, sad, and possibly anxious about your ability to conceive.

You book that initial appointment to visit your GP and possibly start testing to see why you and your partner are not getting pregnant. You enter into a family party or a social setting and someone says, “Oh how long have you been married…? Ohhh 5 years..no baby?” “When are you having a baby?”

BOOM…you lose it in your mind. You want to shout and scream I WANT A BABY….ITS NOT HAPPENING, but this person is looking at you with their judgmental eyes and hurtful questions.

STOP ASKING COUPLES WHEN THEY ARE HAVING A BABY!!!! You do not need to know when someone decides that its time for them to have a child. Our society believes that they have a right to enquire on our reproduction and when

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and how it should happen. They put a time scale on our reproduction, which raises the anxiety that often should not be present within us. Not everyone has the same fertility and not everyone has the same plans.

Couples need to come up with a joined plan on how to tackle these types poised by individuals. As a couple come up with a strategy or a quick and quirky line that you both can use and bounce off of each other. This process is not only on the woman, but a man as well. Therefore, using a tag-team approach is essential.

In addition to this, being mindful of the realities of pregnancy and not letting the opinions or judgmental thoughts of others influence your own mental space. Find time to discuss this with your partner. Find time to process the difficulties within yourself or with a therapist. Be mindful of your resentment or bitterness towards those that may have children. A healthy mind is a clear mind.

Pregnancy is beautiful and having a baby is even better, but it’s not always easy. Find comfort in enjoying each other and rationalizing the negative thoughts and being firm an assertive with those that invade your mental and personal space.

Call us now on 0207 717 9022 info@buckinghamshirepsychology.co.uk www.buckinghamshirepsychology.com

“As a couple come up with a strategy or a quick and quirky line that you both can use and bounce off of each other”

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RECREATE THESE WINNING AWARDS SEASON BEAUTY LOOKS Katie Wright picks

the best beauty looks from awards season and gets the experts’ advice on how to recreate them.

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wards season is done and dusted for another year, but the glam doesn’t have to stop now the red carpets have been rolled up and the gowns returned to the ateliers. You can emulate A-list glitz by trying your hand at the hair and make-up looks of the stars - and for significantly less than the price of a designer dress. Here, we hand out the gongs for the beast beauty looks of the season, and ask the experts for their advice on how to get the Hollywood look at home...

Best curls: Jennifer Lawrence To complement her stunning Dior disco ball dress at the Oscars, Jennifer Lawrence opted for Seventies-inspired curls. Award-winning hairdresser Lee Stafford has this hair how-to. “For Jennifer Lawrence’s voluminous curls, opt for a wand with a medium sized barrel like my Rainbow Shine Wand.

Section your hair into two and work from the back of your head towards the front. For this look you want to curl even sections of hair, roughly one-inch, away from the face. Once you’ve finished curling, take a pea sized amount of hair wax and rub between your hands and comb the wax through the hair. This will give you matte texture a la J-Law.” Lee Stafford Rainbow Shine Wand, £29.99 72 JUNE 2018

Best blush: Emma Stone “This was a power blush moment. I was inspired by the unabashedly high glamour and powerful feeling of the late Seventies and early Eighties - a time when women wore strong, modern looks,” explains Rachel Goodwin, Nars celebrity make-up artist who did Emma Stone’s Oscars look, starting with a base of Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation. “I mirrored the pink colour blocking in Emma’s suit and applied the Nars Wanted Cheek Palette high on the cheeks blending up toward the eye,” Goodwin explains.

Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation, £35; NARSissist Wanted Cheek Palette, £45

Nars Natural Radiant Longwear Foundation, £35; NARSissist Wanted Cheek Palette, £45, available from Nars

The art of natural hair extensions

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rabella Rose is a boutique salon located in the picturesque town of Amersham, a stone’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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Suqqu Extra Rich Cream Foundation, £62; Face Designing Highlighter 02 Refill, £11; Hanachaori Pure Colour Blush, £32, available from Selfridges

trio of SUQQU products, tapping a shimmering highlighter on Bonham Carter’s cheekbones and finishing with a delicate sweep of blusher over the cheekbones.

SUQQU Extra Rich Cream Foundation, £65; Face Designing Highlighter 02 Refill, £11; Hanachaori Pure Colour Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Blush, £32, Selfridges Eye Crayon in Blacquer, £20; Magic Marc’er Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner, £23, available from John Lewis

L’Absolu Rouge in Caprice, £25.50, available from Lancome

Best lipstick: Lupita Nyong’o For the Baftas, make-up artist Nick Barose was inspired by Lupita Nyong’o’s latest movie role.

“She’s wearing all black, I wanted the make-up to feel regal and fierce. The ‘panther eyes’ is a nod to her movie Black Panther,” the make-up artist says.

“Dramatic graphic liner that looks cat-like adds so much toughness and attitude, and when paired with perfect elegant red lips, it gives the classic, feminine red lips a fun and tougher attitude.”

Barose recommends Lancome’s Caprice shade to emulate this bold look: “Apply two coats for intensity.”; Lancome L’Absolu Rouge in Caprice, £25.50

OPI Lisbon Wants Moor Nail Polish, £12.95, available from OPI; Chrome Effects in Blue Plate Special, available with OPI manicures only

Best manicure: Margot Robbie

Best up-do: Zendaya American actress Zendaya is a real red carpet chameleon, constantly switching up her hair; but for the Oscars she went with a super-sleek, scraped back chignon. Hair stylist and Viviscal Ambassador Neil Moodie offers his advice on updos: “A lot about putting hair up is having grip on the hair itself. Don’t have it too clean as it will be smooth and slippy. I recommend a little bit of root backcombing as this gives support as you’re putting it up. “For a neat, tight up-do, I always recommend spraying hairspray onto the brush so as you’re brushing the hair it distributes evenly and gives hair grip. Pins and grips are essential. Bend the end of the pin over and create a little hook so if it starts to slip out the hook will grip to the hair. I also suggest using a matte texture spray at the roots.”

Windle and Moodie Sculpture Hairspray, £20

Best complexion: Helena Bonham Carter Morag Ross, make-up artist and SUQQU spokesperson, was responsible for Helena Bonham Carter’s incredible skin at the Baftas.

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Windle and Moodie Sculpture Hairspray, £20, available from Windle and Moodie

Leading actress nominee Margot Robbie was also presenting an award at the Oscars, so she drafted in the A-list’s favourite manicurist Tom Bachik, to get her nails ready for the spotlight. Bachik gave the Aussie actress a champagne shimmer, starting with OPI Lisbon Wants Moor and topping it with a chrome effect powder. The polish is available to buy, but if you want to get the exact same metallic top coat, you’ll need to book in for an OPI manicure in salon.

OPI Lisbon Wants Moor Nail Polish, £10.36 (Chrome Effects in Blue Plate Special available with OPI manicures only)

Best eye make-up: Lady Gaga For her dramatic Grammys look, Lady Gaga turned to Marc Jacobs Beauty and the brand’s Global Artistry Ambassador, Sarah Tanno. “Gaga’s eyes were inspired by a dark, starry night, romantic and striking to complement her gorgeous gown,” Tanno says. She applied a gel crayon eyeliner heavily on the upper and lower lash line, then created a strong winged shape with liquid liner, blending the two together with a shimmery black eyeshadow and finishing with lots of mascara.

Marc Jacobs Highliner Gel Eye Crayon in Blacquer, £20; Magic Marc’er Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner, £23, John Lewis

01494 258586 | hello@hillvision.co.uk 53 Hill Ave, Amersham, HP6 5BX

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THIS MONTH’S SUPPORTER

rob cavanagh

Son fundraises for hospice in memory of the father he never met

The South Bucks Community Hospice was deeply touched by a fundraising gesture from a son in memory of the father he never met.

Now, it is appealing for others to follow in his footsteps by becoming ‘Hospice Heroes’.

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young man has raised around £1,000 for the hospice which looked after his father who died before he was born.

Rob Cavanagh, 23, took part in a gruelling obstacle race in Kent last month as a fun challenge along with six friends.

But he decided to use the opportunity to fundraise for The South Bucks Community Hospice as his way of saying thank you for the help the charity gave in 1994 to his late father, David.

“As a group of friends, we decided this challenge was something we were going to do, and I thought it was a really good opportunity to do some fundraising by asking people to sponsor me. I have never given anything back to the hospice for the help they gave to my dad and I thought it was a great chance to do that.”

Rob never met his father, who died aged 36 from pancreatic cancer.

David was looked after at the hospice, then at Pusey House in High Wycombe, in 1994. The hospice has since moved to Butterfly House in Kingswood Place, High Wycombe.

“We are enormously grateful to him for still thinking of us and for donating this money to help other patients with life-limiting conditions” Ben O’Keefe, Community Fundraiser for the hospice, said: “This is a wonderful gesture from Rob and we are humbled by the fact his gratitude for the help given by hospice staff endures after all these years. We are enormously grateful to him for still thinking of us and for donating this money to

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help other patients with lifelimiting conditions.”

Rob, a former pupil of Wye Valley School in Bourne End, lived in Terriers until a year ago, but has moved to Slough where he now works as an apprentice for Mars.

He and his friends, who called themselves Tribe Warriors, took part in the Spartan Race South East Sprint and Super Weekend challenge on April 7, completing the course as a team in three hours and nine minutes. The course featured a series of challenges including climbing up a rope, carrying a bucket with weights in it and throwing a spear at a target - with a penalty of 30 burpees for missing.

“We were absolutely shattered and were all complaining the next day,” he said. “But we all really enjoyed it to the point we are signing up to do more of them.”

There is still time to donate to Rob’s fundraising page to help the hospice. Go to: www.justgiving. com/fundraising/robert-cavanagh.

For more details on how to help the hospice, go to www.sbh.org.uk. For more details about Spartan Race events, go to www.spartanrace.uk

BECOME A HOSPICE HERO Do you want to be a Hospice Hero like Rob? If so, why not collect money by fundraising at a fun event? You could take part in a sponsored bike ride, a sponsored silence or could even run in the upcoming Wycombe Half Marathon in aid of The South Bucks Community Hospice.

To find out more, ring fundraising on 01494 552761 or email fundraising@sbhospice.org.uk Above: Rob is pictured third from the left during the challenge. (Epic Action Imagery)

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Smallbone of Devizes

Celebrating 40 years at the forefront of British furniture design this year, Smallbone of Devizes is justly credited with transforming the humble kitchen into an aspirational entertaining space.

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ith the sharing and enjoyment of food at the forefront of our lives today, we can easily forget that it hasn’t always been that way. The kitchen was once a sterile, functional space with little in the way of soul. 40 years ago, the birth of Smallbone of Devizes brought about a momentous shift in our perception of the kitchen and with it, a food revolution sparked.

This pioneering British brand has transformed the kitchen beyond all recognition. Smallbone has shaped what was once a simple cooking space into a multifunctional social hub, significantly impacting the way we bond and entertain at home. For 40 years, Smallbone has paved the way for innovative kitchen design, introducing such features as the larder and kitchen island which, today, feel like the essentials of any luxurious kitchen.

The trailblazing furniture-maker found its beginnings amid the tranquil rolling hills of Wiltshire when a talented young craftsman meticulously refurbished a pine chest, selling it on for a modest profit. Locals quickly began to clamour for his reconditioned dressers and soon a remarkably-crafted alternative to the identikit fitted kitchen found in homes across the country began to make waves. It was here that Smallbone of Devizes was born, and with it a new kind of ‘unfitted’ timber model would change the face of the contemporary, luxury kitchen forever.

“Smallbone’s rise has been meteoric and shows no sign of slowing” Since then, Smallbone’s rise has been meteoric and shows no sign of slowing. Popularising the notion of the hand-painted kitchen, the company became known for its ability to beautify what was once deemed mundane. Rag-rolling, dragging, stippling, marbling and trompe l’oeil directed the show and any presumptions of fitted kitchens were cast aside in favour of unfitted, freestanding pieces.

Today, the kitchen continues to define the way we live and in close collaboration with its national and international clients, Smallbone leads in shaping our experiences at home. While the kitchen continues to act as a hub of entertainment, kitchen design is at the same time revisiting some of the original functions of the space, bringing food and tableware out of the cupboards and displaying them in new and innovative ways.

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From the new ‘Naples’ collection with a hand-applied grey satin finish. Delicate slatted oak doors with details of almond gold give a unique contemporary look with stunning results.

From Left to Right: The Smallbone Wine Wall, Dressing Room and Larder. All bespoke and handcrafted from their Devizes Workshop.

forms of storage, bringing a contemporary aesthetic and functionality to the space with bespoke solutions handmade to exacting standards.

40 years since Smallbone first began revolutionising the way we envision our kitchens, homeowners are increasingly keen to recreate the experience of fine dining at home and the brand’s innovative approach to design empowers experimentation, instilling the confidence to create the impressive ambiance of eating out without stepping over the threshold. Wine, too, comes into play, with individuals opting to bring their collections up from the cellar to be displayed and impeccably maintained by Smallbone’s groundbreaking Wine Wall.

But it’s not just about the kitchen. At Smallbone’s lead, the architectural detailing inherent in classic cabinetry has been parachuted beyond the kitchen and into the rest of house, manifesting in contemporary libraries, dressing rooms, wine cellars, media rooms, bathrooms and home bars across

the globe. Today, Smallbone’s ever-evolving design aesthetic informs every room in the house and delivers a new benchmark in global luxury.

Across the Atlantic, upmarket architects and developers are proving hungry for the quintessentially British brand. A raft of residences in New York City in a clutch of top-flight developments, from One57 New York’s Central Park Tower and Walker Tower to 210 West 77th Street, prove that Smallbone’s approach to absolute luxury leads the way. Recently, clients in the Arabian Gulf, have favoured Smallbone cabinetry in numerous rooms including kitchen spaces, dressing rooms, media rooms and butlers’ pantries.

The brand’s fusion of British handmade artisanship and design kudos has seen leading names including renowned architects Jean Nouvel and Bill Sofield specify Smallbone as their brand of choice, and with 40 years of heritage and craftsmanship behind it, Smallbone continues to ride the crest of the wave. www.smallbone.co.uk. 020 7589 5998

Informal brasserie style-dining which fuses relaxed entertaining with cooking spaces. Solid Oak plants and timbers give this space warmth and character.

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Ornate Carved Wooden Console Table £1300 Double Layer Crystal Drum Chandelier £400

Dove grey linen Chesterfield £1200

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ebecca Clark interiors specialise in sourcing furniture, lighting and accessories and offer a thorough interior design service from both their Berkhamsted and Hatfield House boutiques.

Offering a unique edit of contemporary and antique furniture to create enviable, luxurious homes.

Rebecca Clark Interiors was established in 2012, and now have two stores which also act as showrooms for the stunning furniture and lighting collections. Rebecca’s contemporary, classic interiors include luxurious homes and commercial projects including Day Spa’s and Hair Salons.

Rebecca Clark Interiors offer a personalised, relaxed interior design service and Rebecca designs each room personally with her team, and manages every project to ensure that clients are given the peace of mind that the very best result will be achieved and the project will be carried out seamlessly, on time and on budget.

“I take pride in offering the very best in Interior Styling, creating spaces and lifestyles that work for the people who live in them with pieces that will stand the test of time” Rebecca has been featured in lifestyle magazines ‘Woman & Home Magazine’, Hertfordshire Life, the front cover of the Welwyn Times Magazine and not least, winning an episode of ITV’s May the Best House Win and she was interviewed for BBC2’s Today Programme.

Rebecca Clark Interior’s Interior Design service is quite unique. There is no fee for the initial consultation, and a redeemable design fee of £250 which comes off of any purchases over the value of £1000, so effectively the ‘design process’ is entirely free of charge. “Our priority is to not use up our clients budget on paying for our time, instead we feel that we can make a clients budget work more efficiently by being used on actual items for the room instead. As a retailer as well as a design house, we have the unique opportunity to be able to do this, and for our clients to see the items before they purchase in one of our Hertfordshire based showrooms.” www.rebeccaclarkinteriors.com

Large Floor Standing Silk Orchid £425

Leather Oval Hanging Mirror £395

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INTERIORS “The Ophelia ticks all the latest trend boxes as dark woods and seventies style increases in popularity”

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GET IT MADE

Online furniture company, Distinctify are excited to announce the launch of their new selling platform, Get It Made.

Founder Thomas Elliott said the idea of Get It Made was “to showcase up-and-coming designers and give them the opportunity to bring their unique ideas to life.” Their first collection features the sleek and stylish Ophelia Desk and the minimalist Hickman Sofa. The Ophelia desk is a mid-century modern piece that would look great in a study, living room or in the bedroom, where it could also work as a funky dressing table. Made from walnut veneer, the Ophelia ticks all the latest trend boxes as dark woods and seventies style increases in popularity. www.distinctify.com

SCREEN TIME

Pulling on the Scandi inspired, plywood look these laser cut botanical screen measure just over 6ft tall and complement most interiors. They can double up as room dividers and give privacy where needed. www.stupidegg.co.uk

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WALLS WITH ARTISTIC STYLE

Give your walls a wake up with this beautiful new range from Woodchip and Magnolia. The design studio has been working alongside Lancashire artist Barry Spence to create HAZE. Hand painted onto canvas then scanned and digitally printed to translate every expressive brushstroke, mark, scrape & layer from the original painting. Available in three colourways Pollen, Petrol and Rose. Proudly made in their design studio in Lancashire. Quick & easy ‘Paste The Wall’ application (no decorating table or precutting required). All wall murals can be bespoke made to exact wall measurements £120. www.woodchipandmagnolia.co.uk 84 JUNE 2018

From the exotic to the simply mystical, beautiful bird cushions are forever popular. These extraordinary cushions are great big explosions of brilliant colour with birds resplendent. The birds have great curiosity and verisimilitude, peering out with beady birdy eyes at unknown horizons. The cushions are a joyous collision of deftness and detail, from the exquisitely feathered Aves to the piped bordered edge, perfect for bringing new life to any interior. www.rume.co.uk

Discover beautiful horn items that are made ethically and only from sustainable sources. All products were made in Vietnam through companies working and designing directly with the artisans. They are respectful of environmental, social and economic criteria and do not use rhino horn but imitate it with cow and buffalo horn.

Irresistible comfort Discover new styles, unbelievable comfort and two superb new Stressless® Studios in Marylebone and Amersham. Visit now and enjoy £100 off * at Back in Action to celebrate the opening of our new showrooms.

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outdoor living feed the birds Create a contemporary bird café in your garden with the Ceramic Bird Feeder Gift Box from wildlife subscription box company, Boxwild.

The Ceramic Bird Feeder Gift Box comes with a stunning, British-made feeder from Green & Blue, along with two of Boxwild’s hand-made seed blends. www.boxwild.com

LET’S GO OUTSIDE

With the warmer weather finally here, even if you only have a balcony, small deck or pretty courtyard - you will want to be able to entertain however big or small your outdoor space is. If you are lucky enough to have a large garden, we’ve got lounging and dining solutions so you can create dedicated areas for each. This contemporary outdoor dining set combines a cosy corner bench with practical plastic garden chairs to make sure there’s room for everyone to enjoy the sunshine. The pedestal base of the Palermo table keeps the look open and inviting, while the durable glass, aluminium and showerproof finishes make this garden set suitable for outdoor use.

Fresco Grey with Palermo Left Corner Bench and Edie Dining Chair Set, www.danetti.com

“Have fun this summer and add a dash of colour to your garden”

A DASH OF COLOUR

Check out this range of on-trend contemporary string furniture in today’s hottest colours: flamingo pink, teal, and subtle grey. The chairs are cocoon shaped and roomy enough to snuggle up on during the evening.

Perfect for al fresco entertaining. Have fun this summer and add a dash of colour to your garden. www.sueryder.org/shop

SUMMER STYLE

International online home and garden retailer, VonHaus, launched it’s biggest ever Outdoor Collection as part of their Summer Well Spent campaign.

Comprising of nearly 200 products, the range marries comfort and style – and includes everything from parasols, rattan dining sets and fire pits to barbecues, gazebos and furniture covers. The range, split into Dine, Relax and Entertain categories, features on-trend geometric prints, colourways and shapes.

Available on Amazon, Tesco, eBay and www.domu.co.uk.

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A VINTAGE INSPIRED GARDEN

Live Laugh Love are a family run, Shabby Chic and Vintage Inspired online store who founded in 2005.

They offer an extensive collection of unique home, and gift-ware and the team is conscientious, efficient, and hard working. They have some beautiful products for a vintage inspired garden. www.livelaughlove.co.uk

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The House & Garden Festival

An unrivalled destination for interiors and stylish living Wednesday 20th - Sunday 24th June, Olympia

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ext month The House & Garden Festival will arrive in London bigger and better than ever before.

For the first time, the prestigious Art & Antiques Fair Olympia will become a major part of the House & Garden Festival. Taking place alongside HOUSE Fair, Spirit of Summer and the innovative garden event, GROW London, the Festival will offer a rare shopping experience with diversity ranging from antiquity to the present day.

With an eclectic array of pieces and products, the focus is on craftsmanship, quality and design for interiors and gardens, as well as luxury lifestyle.

With more than 600 exhibitors expected to attract over 30,000 people, the festival offers discerning shoppers a remarkable selection of interior and lifestyle brands within the various events. The Art & Antiques Fair Olympia has been running for 46 years and is widely recognised as one of the most established art and antiques fairs in Europe, selling everything from diamonds to dining tables with all pieces being vetted by independent experts. HOUSE adds design and interiors products such as inspiration for furniture, kitchens, bathrooms, fabric, lampshades, rugs, lighting and accessories and GROW London has a myriad of ideas on how to transform an outdoor space.

Spirit of Summer offers hand-picked independent boutiques and lifestyle products alongside the UK’s finest artisan food producers.

Alongside the shopping opportunities will be plenty of professional advice and ideas on hand from interior, garden and lifestyle experts in the form of talks and workshops in the Festival theatre, tours, gardens and ‘style rooms’. For those in need

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THE DETAILS of sustenance to keep shopping there will be the Mosimann’s pop up restaurant and two Champagne bars.

Mary Claire Boyd, Festival Director says: “We are hugely excited to be establishing this one-off shopping destination for 2018. From wallpaper to Warhol, it really will be an art, interior and lifestyle emporium unlike any other in the UK – a definitive destination for stylish living. These four inspiring events together will create one mighty festival offering visitors more than they’ve ever experienced before.”

Tickets are on sale via the website: www.houseandgardenfestival.com.

The House & Garden Festival and The Art & Antiques Fair take place at the Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, W14 8UX.

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GROW London is returning to Olympia next month, presenting a wealth of inspiration to lovers of alfresco living as well as expert and novice gardeners alike. Green fingered enthusiasts can arm themselves with everything they need to transform their outdoor spaces this summer.

Leading garden designers will also be on hand to curate stunning outdoor settings.

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ffering a stylish and inspirational blend of ideas on how to transform outside spaces Grow encompasses emerging gardening trends alongside contemporary, urban and traditional garden designs.

The event will showcase an array of producers and suppliers of original garden products and design, appealing equally to those with a large garden or city dwellers with a window box. An extensive programme of free talks will enable visitors to glean expert advice, discover emerging garden trends for urban and traditional garden designs and pick up wisdom from some of the country’s best growers.

The dedicated garden clinic will offer one to one appointments with leading garden designers who will be available for addressing specific needs. Beautiful feature gardens will be jam-packed with ideas for visitors to steal for their own gardens at home.

GROW London will feature over 50 exhibitors, showcasing fresh garden ideas, modern accessories, outdoor furniture, and plants and planters for all types of gardens.

The event will be taking place at the House & Garden Festival, alongside HOUSE Fair, the Spirit of Summer and The Art & Antiques Fair Olympia.

Creating an all-encompassing definitive destination for stylish living and interiors visitors can expect an eclectic array of pieces and products ranging from antiquity to present day.

Mary Claire Boyd, Fair Director says: “We are hugely excited to bring GROW London to Olympia again this year. Not only will garden lovers have access to everything their green space could need but they can enjoy a lifestyle emporium unlike any other in the UK. Expect a fantastic array of advice and tips from our on hand experts, as well as beautifully crafted garden accessories to bring your fifth room to life. Complemented by the stylish HOUSE Fair and the prestigious Art & Antiques Fair Olympia, GROW London offers a fresh dimension and much added value to the visitor looking for inspiration for their home.”

From learning about plant care, to picking up pots of wisdom from some of the country’s best growers, GROW London offers visitors everything they need to get the most from their gardens.

For more details visit www.houseandgardenfestival.com. The House & Garden Festival and GROW London takes place at the Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, W14 8UX.

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GARDEN STYLE AL FRESCO DINING Hersey & Son is one of the last remaining traditional silversmiths in the UK. Manufactured by hand in their London workshop their sterling silver tableware, jewellery and silver gifts have been a trade secret for the last 60 years. They are proud to announce the launch of new pieces to sterling silverware.

Silver Mounted Crystal Decanter No. 1, £190, www.hersey.co.uk

SUN WORSHIPPER

Enjoy the sun with some company thanks to the double size hammock from VonHaus. The ultimate in outdoor relaxation, read, catch some rays or enjoying an afternoon siesta in comfort and ease. With strong, thick rope used to secure the hammock to two sturdy posts, you can be confident it’ll hold up all day long. Made from 100% woven cotton – the canvas is comfortable, hardwearing and breathable – ideal for use in the hot summer sun. www.domu.co.uk

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KIND TO BEES

Bee bricks and blocks are innovative garden products, created to be either an integral part of a building or to be used as free standing bee nesting sites in your garden. A construction material that also promotes biodiversity. We love this Beepot mini – a stylish nesting and resting place for solitary bees, designed as a planter so that you can put your pollinator friendly planting right on the doorstep for the bees.

Designed and made by Cornish company Green&Blue.

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As the weather gets warmer and the nights get brighter, why spruce up your garden patio with the Dynasty Fire Pit Set from The Garden Furniture Centre. It includes four sumptuous chairs and a fire pit (which can also be used as a small barbecue), making it the perfect solution for keeping you feeling warm and cosy on those colder nights. £1499.99, www.gardenfurniturecentre.co.uk

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If you’re short on space or just want to rustle up a quick barbecue for two, the Red Devil BBQ is perfect! Small enough to fit on a table top whilst looking very chic. £519, www.bridgman.co.uk

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