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ith a history that spans more than 114 years, Danish Design House Georg Jensen was founded in 1904 by Georg Jensen himself. The brand represents quality craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic design, creating silverware and flatware, fine jewellery, watches, accessories and a home collection.

We caught up with the founder and managing director or Winged Boots, David Ox to discover how the company came about and what’s next for the travel brand.

Trace the evolution of the Princess’s style, from the demure, romantic outfits of her first public appearances, to the glamour, elegance and confidence of her later life. From her earliest royal engagements, everything Diana wore was closely scrutinised. In this elegant exhibition at her former London home, Diana’s relationship with her favourite designers will be explored through a display of some of their original fashion sketches created just for the Princess.

To mark its 10th anniversary at the heart of the London bar scene, The Connaught Bar is celebrating the past while enjoying a taste of the future with the unveiling of its very own crafted-in-house gin.

Following the incredible success of the BAFTA award-winning BBC ONE television series Blue Planet II, presented by Sir David Attenborough, BBC Studios and FKP Scorpio are proud to present a 13 date UK & Eire live tour.

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19 JANUARY

The Premier Hertfordshire Wedding Fair Whether you are looking for the latest wedding gift ideas or a beautiful wedding venue from around Hertfordshire or beyond, this is the wedding fair to visit for inspiration. The wedding fair hosts over 70 quality exhibitors with fashion shows at 12.30pm and 2.30pm.

Alban Arena, Hertfordshire AL1 3LD

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The Ware Priory Wedding Fair A venue steeped in history. The wedding fair will feature some of the leading companies from East Hertfordshire and beyond covering every aspect of your wedding and fashion shows at 12.30pm and 2.30pm will feature some of the very latest wedding dresses, menswear and more.

11am - 3.30pm.

Ware Priory, Hertfordshire SG12 9AL

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Curious About St Albans Have fun discovering St Albans with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. You will be looping around the better-known sights, as well as some of the more unusual and quirky ones, which combined make St Albans a fascinating place to explore! You’ll get everything – detailed directions, maps, clues (with answers in the back!), and interesting snippets about the history of St Albans and the people that have shaped it.

St Albans City Centre, Starts: St Peter’s Church St Albans, Hertfordshire AL1 3HF

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until 8 February

Colour Snap Colour has a profound effect on us even though we may not be aware of it. This group exhibition showcases moving image and installation work by artists such as Jacob Dahlgren and Rhys Coren – providing an artistic investigation into and discourse around the kaleidoscopic experience of colour.

Art and Design Gallery, University of Hatfield, Hertfordshire AL10 9AB

19 january

Burn’s Night Supper & Ceilidh The Burn’s Night Supper will be a traditional Haggis, tatties & neaps meal with a piper & recital of Robbie Burns poems, followed by a traditional Ceilidh with a live band leading the dancing!

Traditional Scottish dress is optional. Bring your own drinks. If you wish to book a ticket please contact Chris Brunning on 07803 154046 7.30pm £20.

Elm Court Youth & Community Centre, Mutton Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 3BP

31 January - 2 February

19 January

The Frankie Valli Story with Stephen James Perk up your January with an evening of entertainment. This is an amazing, authentic solo tribute to the voice of The Four Seasons set against a video backdrop.

This is much more than a regular tribute show! 8pm start and £10 entrance for members or £15 entrance for non-members.

Welwyn Garden City Football & Social Club, Hertfordshire AL7 1TA

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Ware Antique & Collectors Fair If you love collecting antiques or just browsing stalls for hiden treasures, this is the event for you.

The Ware Antique and Collectors Fair has over 30 tables offering antiques and collectables. The doors open at 10am and close at 4pm with a £1 entry (50p concessions). Free car parking is available and you can also buy food and drink at the fair.

Age Concern Hall, Priory Street, Ware, Hertfordshire SG12 0DE

Get Into Teaching A free event aimed at individuals who might be interested in starting a career as a teacher. Have you ever wondered what qualifications you would need to start a teaching career? Or thought you couldn’t possibly study to be a teacher as you wouldn’t have an income? Maybe you obtained your qualifications overseas so think you can’t be a teacher These questions and more will be answered at this event. There will be workshops detailing the different routes you can take to train as a teacher as well as the opportunity to listen and talk with trainee teachers. On hand to answer questions about the different routes into teaching will be some of the Hertfordshire Teaching schools who run trainee teacher programmes as well as the University of Hertfordshire who run PGCE and school direct training pathways.

Fearnhill School, Icknield Way West. Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 4BA

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26 January

Race night Enjoy a race night to raise funds for the annual pantomime visit for under-privileged children organised by Letchworth Howard Rotary Club. Other Rotary charities will also benefit. Tickets are £10, which includes supper (though it’s bring your own drinks). The evening starts at 6.30pm for 7pm, and you can buy tickets or find out more by calling 01462 683003.

Guide District Hall, Icknield Way, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire SG6 4UE

good dog Following its acclaimed premiere in spring 2017, good dog by Arinzé Kene prepares to embark on its second national tour from January 2019. Directed by tiata fahodzi’s artistic director Natalie Ibu, good dog is a true epic spanning multiple characters, families and years. Mum’s promised him that bike so even when school or homelife bites, he knows to keep his chin up, his head down and his shirt clean.

No harsh word, no sudden push to the ground will distract him from growing up to be a good man. Because in the end, everyone who’s good gets what they deserve. Don’t they? Set during the early noughties, good dog tells the story of growing up in a multi-cultural community, and the everyday injustices that drive people to take back control.

Watford Palace Theatre, Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 1JZ

20 & 23 January

Book Cleaning Workshop Learn how to care for historic objects at the home of George Bernard Shaw, the world famous playwright. Shaw’s Corner is throwing open it’s doors in January and inviting people in to learn how to care for their own historic collections. Our dedicated house team will guide you through the process they use to clean historic books. They will show you how the National Trust cleans and cares for their own collection and give practical advice on how you can care for your own at home. Book on 0344 249 1895.

Shaw’s Corner, Ayot St Lawrence, near Welwyn, Hertfordshire AL6 9BX

Potters Bar Antique & Vintage Fair Browse over 50 stalls with a huge range of antiques and vintage including silver and enamel, quality jewellery, vintage accessories, costume jewellery, china, glass, ephemera, treen and much much more.Visit our website for more info: www.madisonevents.co.uk. We are open from 10am to 4pm and there is ample free parking plus a café selling hot and cold food all day. Admission is £2 and entry is free for children under 16 accompanied by an adult.

Wyllyotts Theatre, Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire EN6 2HN

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Discover Georg Jensen’s inimitable Fusion collection “Nina Koppel, one of Georg Jensen’s most iconic designers and daughter of the legendary Danish designer and master silversmith Henning Koppel, shares the same incredible talent for design that her father is known for”

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ith a history that spans more than 114 years, Danish Design House Georg Jensen was founded in 1904 by Georg Jensen himself.

The brand represents quality craftsmanship and timeless aesthetic design, creating silverware and flatware, fine jewellery, watches, accessories and a home collection.

The philosophy of Georg Jensen himself was to create designs possessing both functionality and beauty. His artisanal skill and artistic talent combined with his continuous ability to identify and support design talent was the foundation on which he built the Georg Jensen brand in Copenhagen.

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Georg Jensen also prided himself and his business on collaboration with iconic designers of the time – an honoured tradition that is still ongoing today. The design house has seen collaborations from Henning Koppel, Prince Sigvaard Bernadotte, Arne Jacobsen, Nanna Ditzel, Nina Koppel, Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe, Zaha Hadid and Patricia Urquiola to name a few.

Nina Koppel, one of Georg Jensen’s most iconic designers and daughter of the legendary Danish designer and master silversmith Henning Koppel, shares the same incredible talent for design that her father is known for. She is known for her ability to combine simplicity with mysticism – a sentiment

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“In 1987, Nina Koppel designed a silver ring that led to the creation of the iconic Fusion collection” is a departure from traditional jewellery because it encourages the wearer to be part of the jewellery design by offering endless combinations which fit together perfectly to create one unique ring.

The ability to design a Fusion ring according to the tastes of the wearer is what has always set Fusion apart. Whether it is rose, yellow or white gold with or without diamonds, the rings can be put together in any combination, seamlessly interlocking with each other.

Fusion represents an iconic chapter in the rich history of Georg Jensen designs by combining the finest materials with the highest class of craftsmanship. The collection has now expanded and evolved to also consist of bangles, pendants and earrings.

Wharton Goldsmith - St Albans Jewellers, 1-2 George St, St Albans AL3 4ER. 01727 859489. www.whartongoldsmith.com

expressed so well in the Fusion collection.

Nina Koppel studied textile design at Kunsthåndværkerskolen – Denmark’s School of Arts and Crafts. She graduated in 1966 and later that year established her own workshop. She began her collaboration with Georg Jensen in the 1980’s with her initial designs created in silver.

In 1987, Nina Koppel designed a silver ring that led to the creation of the iconic Fusion collection.

Ushering in a new way of design in modern jewellery, Fusion’s endless combinations encourage the wearer to create their own personal ring.

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What is personal travel management?

Winged Boots’ bespoke approach to booking travel could help save you time and money

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hether you’re planning your annual family holiday or a once-in-alifetime honeymoon, travel costs more than money… it also has a time price tag. From hunting down the perfect hotel to checking-in for your flight, planning a seamless holiday or business trip doesn’t come quickly. So why not ask the experts to lend a hand?

Personal travel managers are well-versed in booking flights, making hotel reservations and putting together bespoke itineraries that are tailormade to the traveller’s wants and needs. They take away the additional stress of organising transfers and extra baggage while offering free advice and restaurant recommendations, including those off the beaten track. With a personal travel manager by your side, you can forget hours of needless internet searching for a central area to stay and instead put your trust in the experts who utilise their experience and wealth of knowledge to offer a first-class trip, time after time.

But where can you find one of these wonderful travel experts whose black book of worldwide contacts rival that of an encyclopaedia? Enter Essex-based luxury travel agency Winged Boots, who specialise in personalised travel solutions.

Its team of personal travel managers eat, breathe and live all things travel and have their finger on the pulse when it comes to unreal offers, trending destinations and the top places to be and be seen.

Collectively, the team have more than 230 years’ experience in the travel industry and have racked up enough air miles to fly around the world… twice.

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5 MINUTES WITH…

David Ox

We caught up with the founder and managing director or Winged Boots to discover how the company came about and what’s next for the travel brand

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“Collectively, the team have more than 230 years’ experience in the travel industry and have racked up enough airmiles to fly around the world… twice.”

unparalleled customer service as well as a one-toone experience throughout your booking journey.

Available out of hours, when booking through Winged Boots your travel concierge is always just a phone call or email away.

Personal travel management doesn’t mean expensive. On the contrary, in some cases it can mean the opposite. At Winged Boots, the team leverage their contacts in the industry to offer customers preferential rates and exclusive offers which cannot otherwise be found on the internet.

So, if you’re looking to organise your next family holiday stress-free, or are in need of corporate travel arrangements, give the team a call today on 0207 319 4404 or email info@wingedboots.co.uk. Alternatively, visit www.wingedboots.co.uk to browse some of the company’s hotel recommendations from around the world.

inged Boots is servicing time-poor customers who want a safe bet - a five-star luxury resort with great restaurants, knowing the kids will be looked after, and that there won’t be any issues. However, what our customers demand from us is for us to turn things around ‘yesterday’ as well as an out-of-hours service.

“Our customers want us to cover all the bases: making their restaurant reservations, booking excursions and their seats on the flight as well as checking them in and ensuring transfers are on time and large enough for the party with car seats where necessary.

“Winged Boots came about from my own black book of contacts and clients. I started booking holidays for a lot of loyal people but it was all through word of mouth, networking and recommendations. It grew steadily, and we were soon dealing with Premier League footballers, hedge fund managers, city traders and successful local businessmen.

“The company has steadily grown and is now a 20-strong team dealing with some very unique clients including wellknown A-List celebrities as well as local families.

“We sell anything from easyJet to private jet and everything in between. Our roots are very much in leisure travel however we also have a booming corporate wing, Winged Boots Business, who look after business travel, incentive travel and large group bookings.

“For 2019, Winged Boots will be making a noise on the events scene, as we pledge to go the extra mile for our customers and aim to meet as many as possible face-to-face at a Winged Boots organised event. Whether that’s an evening at the O2 Arena, London in our private 20-seat box or at a private dinner in a top London restaurant, we love to get to know our customers on a personal level to ensure we can tailor every trip to their exact needs.

“January will also see volume two of Winged Boots: The Lifestyle Brochure be distributed to 20,000 homes and businesses. This is our own concept magazine that fuses travel editorial, customer interviews and inspiration articles with a traditional brochure listing, highlighting the trends for the year ahead and also our top picks of hotels from around the world. It’s a great read, so if you haven’t already got a copy, visit our website www.wingedboots.co.uk to request yours for free today.”

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Luxury in the Heart of St Albans Stepping into Sopwell House it is hard to believe I am only in St Albans and not walking into a five star hotel in the heart of London, it really does have the wow factor

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opwell House, Where do I start?

We were greeted not only by happy and attentive staff, but also a roaring fire and an amazing display of gingerbread houses presented in reception. The smell of the gingerbread and log fire was so welcoming.

We were greeted by a friendly receptionist and then shown to our room by the porter, John. We were lucky enough to be staying in one of the Mews suites, a short walk out of the hotel and through some beautiful gates, making it a more private and luxury place to stay. As John showed us to our suite, he explained that now refurbished, it was once an old stable block.

There are 16 mews suites, all surrounded by beautiful flowers and twinkly lights – and right in the centre an infinity hydrotherapy pool for Mews guests only. I felt like I was part of some sort of luxury and exclusive club. The room we stayed in was called Hornbeam. John made sure we knew

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“I felt like I was part of some sort of luxury and exclusive club”

where everything was and how everything worked, again illustrating to us that Sopwell House prides itself on amazing customer service and attention to detail.

My husband and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary and the staff had gone over and above by leaving us rose petals on the bed, a card and complimentary macaroons in our room – a lovely touch. The suite was so impressive and elegantly decorated. The living area had a fireplace and beautiful sofas and the bed was huge and so comfortable. The bathroom was spotless with an array of luxury products included and a huge rainfall shower head.

My husband and I thought this would be a great time to try the hydro pool out, so we were impressed to see flip flops and extra towels available as well as big white fluffy dressing gowns. It was the perfect hour with glass of bubbles in hand, relaxing whilst the sun went down and all garden started to light up. It was completely relaxing and romantic all at the same time, what a way to spend the afternoon – and we were lucky enough to get that time all to ourselves.

In the evening we booked into the restaurant, stopping in the cocktail bar first for a Special Festive cocktail and it was stunning. We were greeted and shown to our table in the restaurant which had pretty lighting and relaxing music thanks to the resident pianist. The staff were so attentive and everyone was so lovely to wish us a happy anniversary and remember our names – I really felt this was such a nice touch.

After a glass of Champagne and some yummy amuse bouche sent from the chef, we decided to order our courses. I went for roasted quail to start, then opted for Norfolk turkey and chocolate log for dessert. My husband went for press of black leg chicken to start, rump of lamb for main and cheese board to follow.

The assistant restaurant manager Lorenzo recommend a wine to go along with our meals as we fancied a nice bottle of red and we went for a Malbec which was to die for and went gloriously with our meal. Throughout the meal we were looked after by Alina who was attentive, professional and so happy-go-lucky she really made the service for us. The food at Sopwell House is incredible, every mouthful was bursting with flavour and so inventive with twists and turns with a touch of something different. We were lucky enough to meet the chef and give him our compliments.

After dinner we retired to the bar in the conservatory where we were looked after by Dale.

My husband is partial to a Bloody Mary and I love an Espresso Martini. Dale was keen to make sure our cocktails were to our tastes – asking for souror sweet or spicy or very spicy Bloody Mary’s! I can honestly say this was the first time my husband hasn’t sent back his Bloody Mary to be spicier! I can honestly say this was the first time my husband hasn’t sent back his Bloody Mary to be more spicy.

It was a lovely end to a spectacular day and night at Sopwell House and I can honestly say without question we will be back and will make use of the spa. From start to finish it was an incredible stay topped off with a beautiful English breakfast and a walk of the grounds.

If you want amazing customer service, luxury rooms and incredible food with inventive cocktails plus a spa to top it all off, Sopwell is for you. I left feeling relaxed and knowing I had enjoyed one of my favourite anniversaries yet. I highly recommend Sopwell House, five stars all the way. A beautiful hotel situated in St Albans and a must visit. Book now, you won’t regret it!

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Auberge du Lac turns 20!

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uberge du Lac opened its doors in 1998 and has enjoyed a fabulous 20 years on the Hertfordshire Restaurant scene.

Situated on the Brocket Hall Estate, the restaurants opening provided a new chapter in the Estates history. To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Phil Thompson of THOMPSON St Albans returned for this very special evening to join Head Chef, Matt Edmonds in the kitchen.

Thompson was Head Chef at Auberge du Lac from 2002 to 2013 and is currently the longest serving Chef in the history of the restaurant and enjoyed numerous awards including 3 AA rosettes and a Michelin Star. After leaving Auberge du Lac, Thompson opened up his own restaurant THOMPSON St Albans.

Thompson has established his restaurant as one of the leading restaurants in Hertfordshire earning three AA rosettes in September 2017. Thompson featured on Masterchef – The Professionals as a judge and takes a regular spot on local radio.

Coming from a family of Chefs, Thompsons dream was always to own his own restaurant and when he found the building in St Albans that is now THOMPSON St Albans, he knew it was time to make his dream a reality.

Edmonds has been Head Chef at Auberge du Lac for nearly two years and like Phil, has a focus on finding new flavour combinations, always learning and discovering new ways to showcase his food. From a young age, Matt was always aware of where food came from and how it was prepared. His grandfather was a dairy farmer and his grandmother had an allotment, so the 26 JANUARY 2019

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Weymouth Crab, Kohlrabi, Brown Meat Mayonnaise, Sea Herbs

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Birds Liver & Madeira Parfait Tea Poached Prune, Honey & Bee Pollen

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Pan Fried Turbot Scallop, Apple, Caviar, Watercress

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Slow Roast Loin of Queens Estate Venison Braised Faggot, Salsify, Chocolate & Elderberry

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Lime Curd Clementine, Pomegranate & Crisp Meringue

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Opalys & Pistachio Cremeux Blackberry, Olive Oil Croutons, Blackberry Anise Sorbet

countryside and it’s produce played a big part in his upbringing. His first steps into the industry were alongside a Michelin-starred chef, who took Matt on as an apprentice. He has since worked at some of the finest country estates as well as Searcy’s at The Gherkin.

It seemed only fitting to invite Thompson back into the kitchen to celebrate turning 20. The duo of Chefs devised an exceptional menu for the evening treating guests to Weymouth Crab, Pan Fried Turbot with Scallop, Venison and Opalys & Pistchio Cremeux to name a few of the mouth-watering dishes on the menu. Wine pairings were provided by the restaurants experienced front of house team to create an evening that paid tribute to each Chefs style of cooking while in the beautiful surroundings of the 543 acre estate.

Edmonds enjoyed the experience of having his predecessor in the Kitchen, ‘It was an honour and a privilege to have Phil back for the first time since leaving the estate five years ago. Having decided the menu together, working hard to complement each other’s style of cooking, we knew it would be a great combination.

Sharing Phil’s knowledge of 11 years on the Estate and winning a star during his time here made for a brilliant evening. All guests left happy and it was a great way to celebrate Auberge du Lacs 20 years in business. We hope to see him back again soon!’

Thompsons return to the kitchen in Auberge du Lac was also a positive one and settled straight back into very familiar surroundings, ‘It was an honour to be asked back to cook with Matt for the 20th anniversary, it felt amazing to be back, it just reminded me of how beautiful this place really is. It was a brilliant night!’

Auberge du Lac has enjoyed a hugely successful 20 years in the business and while the evening was a fitting tribute to the past, eyes are on the future to see what is next for the restaurant. Michael Longshaw, Managing Director of the Brocket Hall Estate, has high hopes for its future and hopes to see a Michelin star back on the estate.

‘The team are going from strength to strength and being awarded two AA rosettes in the first year

was a fantastic achievement. 2019 will build on the hard work already put in by the team and I am excited to see the next phase at Auberge du Lac.’ 2019 looks set to be a terrific year with a series of events to celebrate its 21st birthday. Wine dinners, cocktail evenings, foraging, kitchen experiences are just a few of the things planned for this very exciting chapter in the history of the Brocket Hall Estate.

Housed in Brocket Hall’s former hunting lodge, Auberge du Lac enjoys an idyllic lakeside setting overlooking the stunning 543-acre country estate and the hall itself. Awarded two AA rosettes, Auberge du Lac is an award winning restaurant that provides exceptionally prepared food in a relaxed and beautiful environment. Five private dining rooms and exclusive use of the restaurant make it the perfect location for special occasions and celebrations.

“Auberge du Lac enjoys an idyllic lakeside setting overlooking the stunning 543acre country estate”

the details Auberge du Lac 01707 368888 auberge@brocket-hall.co.uk www.brocket-hall.co.uk/auberge THOMPSON St Albans 01727 730777 info@thompsonstalbans.co.uk www.thompsonstalbans.co.uk

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Diana: Her Fashion Story at Kensington Palace Until 28 February 2019

Image © Patrick Demarchelier; Below: Kensington Palace

Trace the evolution of the Princess’s style, from the demure, romantic outfits of her first public appearances, to the glamour, elegance and confidence of her later life

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rom her earliest royal engagements, everything Diana wore was closely scrutinised. In this elegant exhibition at her former London home, Diana’s relationship with her favourite designers will be explored through a display of some of their original fashion sketches created just for the Princess.

The exhibition highlights how she navigated her unique position in the public eye: learning to use her image to engage and inspire people, and to champion the causes she cared about.

Eleri Lynn, curator of ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’, said, ‘Diana, Princess of Wales, was one of the most photographed women in the world, and every fashion choice she made was closely scrutinised. Our exhibition explores the story of a young woman who had to quickly learn the rules of royal and diplomatic dressing, who in the process put the spotlight on the British fashion industry and designers.’

Don’t miss this extraordinary collection of garments, ranging from the chic Catherine Walker suits that made up Diana’s ‘working wardrobe’ and glamorous evening wear including the iconic velvet gown famously worn at the White House when the Princess danced with John Travolta. Follow the Princess’s relationship with her favourite designers

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“Diana, Princess of Wales, was one of the most photographed women in the world”

through a display of their original fashion sketches, created for her during the design process and discover her remarkable fashion story. industry and designers.’

This extraordinary collection includes: • The chic Catherine Walker suits that made up Diana’s ‘working wardrobe’ • The iconic velvet gown famously worn at the White House when the Princess danced with John Travolta.

• A blue tartan Emanuel suit, worn by the Princess on an official visit to Venice in the 1980s - a rare survival of the Princess’s daywear, and only recently rediscovered and acquired by Historic Royal Palaces at auction.

• The flak vest, denim shirt and Armani chinos selected for her high-profile visit to the landmine fields of Angola in 1997 will form the centrepiece of the exhibition until November 2018.

• The pink Bellville Sassoon suit worn by the Princess to board the train for her honeymoon There are many neverbefore displayed outfits including a sumptuous Victor Edelstein evening gown worn for an official portrait by Terence Donovan.

You can trace the evolution of the Princess’s style, from the demure, romantic outfits of her first public appearances, to the glamour, elegance and confidence of her later life.

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THE SONGS. THE SOUND. THE STORY. Motown the Musical Celebrates 60 Years of Motown!

“Motown the Musical tells the thrilling tale of the man who broke barriers and fought against the odds to define the sound of a generation”

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ixty years ago – on 12 January 1959 - a man with an unstoppable dream invented a sound that would be remembered forever. Motown the Musical follows the legendary career of Berry Gordy and the creation of his musical empire, Motown Records. The story begins with the young Berry dreaming big, hoping one day to make people as happy and proud. After a few years on Detroit’s automobile assembly line he sets his sights on bringing a socially charged, racially divided country together with music. With an $800 loan from his family, Berry founds a music making factory. Motown is born!

Berry not only had a great eye and ear for talent,

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but he was also able to nurture that talent, helping to create an incredible array of superstars - from Diana Ross and the Supremes, to Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, The Temptations, and many more. But with the Vietnam War looming and America at a cultural turning point, Berry realised the time had come to push for something bigger than he ever dreamed of: to make music that could get the whole world moving to the same beat.

Motown the Musical tells the thrilling tale of the man who broke barriers and fought against the odds to define the sound of a generation – complete with the ups and downs of the personal relationships, the professional struggles, and – of course – the music that made history. Discover the story behind the beat that changed minds, touched lives and took the world by storm. Motown the Musical shows how one label and its roster of legendary artists created the soundtrack that transformed America and gave the world a new musical vocabulary – the Motown Sound. With over 40 classic songs such as “My Girl”, “Stop! In The Name of Love”, “Dancing in the Street”, “I Heard It Through The Grapevine” and “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough” played by a 15-piece orchestra, this explosive event is the next chapter of Motown’s incredible 60-year history. An experience you’ll never forget, celebrate Motown’s phenomenal anniversary before the final performance in London’s glittering West End this Spring.

Shaftesbury Theatre.

MotowntheMusical.co.uk. 020 7379 5399

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NEW FARM SHOP OPENING SOON IN HERTFORDSHIRE

Opening early 2019, Smallford Farm Shop will offer a unique selection of products from small artisan producers as well as home-grown produce

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ocated on the site of a family-owned fresh produce business Glinwell that has been growing tomatoes, peppers and cucumbers for over 40 years, Smallford Farm Shop and café brings together home-grown produce as well as a large selection of artisanal products including fresh meat from Hedges Farm, St. Albans, freshly baked bread from Seven Seeded Bakery in Watford, Twist Teas from Harpenden and coffee from Bionic Bull Roastery in Hertford.

We work with a unique selection of brands and products made by passionate producers.

The café will have a seasonal menu inspired by the locally grown produce available, with a selection of freshly prepared cold and cooked breakfast and lunch dishes, alongside a wide range of cakes and desserts.

Please keep an eye on our website and social media pages for news on our opening date. www.smallfordfarmshop.com. info@smallfordfarmshop.com.

Social media: @SmallfordFShop Smallford Farm Shop, Hatfield Road, St. Albans, Hertfordshire, AL4 0HE

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“Smallford Farm Shop and café brings together homegrown produce as well as a large selection of artisanal products”

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THE CONNAUGHT BAR GIN Born, blended and bottled in Mayfair

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o mark its 10th anniversary at the heart of the London bar scene, The Connaught Bar is celebrating the past while enjoying a taste of the future with the unveiling of its very own crafted-in-house gin.

Fronted by master mixologist Agostino Perrone, every element of this one-of-a-kind spirit has meticulously been created at the heart of The Connaught. With a nod to traditional gin methods but a character all of its own, its singular blend of botanicals is inspired by a decade of cocktail craftsmanship.

The multi-award winning Connaught Bar designed by David Collins Studio and known for its landmark cocktails and daring new mixes has truly become an institution for cocktail lovers.

An established classic London gin recipe forms the foundation of the Connaught Bar Gin blend. Its base botanicals are drawn from the classics: handcrushed juniper berries, coriander seeds, liquorice,

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THE DETAILS The Connaught Bar Gin priced at £95 is blended and bottled at The Connaught and available for purchase online (T&C apply) and at The Connaught Bar. The Connaught, Carlos Place, W1K 2AL Claridge’s The Connaught The Berkeley Maybourne Hotel Group www.maybourne.com

angelica root and orris root. Two unique botanicals distinguish this Gin: the famous Amalfi lemon, renowned for its sweet flavour and served with The Connaught Bar’s celebrated martini, and red wine from the vineyards of Bordeaux.

Reminiscent of a 1920’s cocktail shaker, the glass bottle design takes inspiration from the glamorous cubist interiors of The Connaught Bar and is ready to be enjoyed shaken, stirred and straight up or on the rocks.

Agostino Perrone, Head of Mixology at The Connaught says: “The Connaught Bar Gin has truly been a labour of love and an unforgettable experience. When we first sat down to discuss producing a one-of-a-kind spirit, our main effort was to put together all the essences that we believe encapsulates the bar to create an exceptional gin.

We hope The Connaught Bar gin celebrates the creativity we’ve been injecting since we opened 10 years ago!”

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CHRISTIE’S ‘PETER PETROU: TALES OF THE UNEXPECTED’ A

30th January 2019, 10.30am

n eclectic sale comprising early sculpture, decorative arts, science and natural history, Japanese, Chinese and Indian works of art, alongside the ethnographical and the plain unusual.

Estimates will range from £300 to £100,000 and will comprise around 150 lots in total.

Three of the pieces on offer are these amazing glass models of jelly fish by renowned sculptors and modellers the Blaschka brothers, whose glass models were made for natural history museums worldwide. One of the models represents the most famous of jelly-fish, the Portuguese Man of War, whose long tentacles can deliver the most painful of stings, enough to kill most fish and in rare cases, humans. It’s vivid blue tentacles are perfectly represented in this model in swirling glass and it is almost impossible to believe how delicate the model is, and that it has survived for almost 150 years of turmoil within Europe.

Renowned for their ingenuity and craftsmanship, their work from 1863-80 is a magical moment where art meets science. Working in Dresden, the brothers, who were formerly jewellers, turned their hand to natural history, created over 10,000 models during their years of business, representing over 700 invertebrate species.

Benedict Winter who is Junior Specialist, Furniture and Works of Art, Christie’s London, has shared some specific insights below which I thought could be helpful. “I first came across Peter

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“One of the models represents the most famous of jelly-fish, the Portuguese Man of War”

Top left: A Polychrome papier mache didactic model of a bumble bee. 20th Century.

Estimate: £3,000 - £5,000 Top right: Sasha Sykes, Caliology Studies. Natural twigs, moss and lichen encased in resin Estimate: £2,500 - £4,000 Right: Peter Petrou Bottom left: Italian, Probably Florence, 17th Century fountain mask.

Estimate: £6,000 - £10,000 Bottom right: Three glass models of jelly fish by Leopold Blaschka, Circa 1877.

Estimate: £15,000- £25,000 Per Model

Petrou several years ago with his wonderful stand at Masterpiece, the most venerated of London’s art fairs and was immediately struck by the vibrant and diverse display of nearly every category of ‘human creation’. I hope to welcome you to Christie’s in January to celebrate not only Peter’s unparalleled and often curious collection, but also human history in all its forms and the never-ending voyage to the unexpected.”

For more details contact: BWinter@christies.com or visit www.christies.com

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are Priory is a picturesque Grade I listed building, founded in 1338 offering a variety of character rooms, comprising of historic features in a beautiful setting. Additionally, our Riverside Suite is the most recent addition to our estate, it features a large and contemporary space and can be decorated to style.

Located on Ware High Street, Ware Priory is easily accessible for East Hertfordshire and West Essex. The views, however, which overlook the River Lea and the 7 acres of landscaped gardens, transport you to a tranquil and romantic, countryside setting, perfect for any wedding.

Couples can hold their ceremony in one of our character rooms such as Priory Hall, which is one of our most popular rooms. It can hold up to 100 people and features original stained-glass windows and French doors which open up to our picturesque gardens. Alternatively, our Riverside Suite, which is our contemporary facility, can hold up to 220 people for a ceremony and overlooks views of the

River Lea from the front aspect, as well as views of our gardens from the side.

Ware Priory is partnered with the London based catering company ‘Seasoned’ on an exclusive basis.

Couples’ can select from the Chef ’s inspired menu, guided by our in-house catering manager or a bespoke menu can be created to reflect the couple’s preferred taste and culture. www.warepriory.co.uk

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contemporary surroundings, a range of wonderful rooms accommodating 10 to 200 guests, picturesque riverside location, beautiful gardens & superb catering.

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BLUE PLANET II LIVE The O2 Arena London, 17th March 2019, 3.00pm & 7.30pm

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ollowing the incredible success of the BAFTA award-winning BBC ONE television series Blue Planet II, presented

by Sir David Attenborough, BBC Studios and FKP Scorpio are proud to present a 13 date UK & Eire live tour.

The tour will bring the wonders and mysteries of the planet’s oceans and wildlife to the UK arena stage. A fantastical journey from icy polar seas to pulsating coral reefs, from the luminous deep sea to enormous kelp forests: immerse yourself with Blue Planet II – Live In Concert, a simply breath-taking and epic show that you will never forget.

The concert will present a selection of incredible visuals from the series, highlighting the amazing natural wonders of our blue planet in breath-taking detail, projected on a giant state of the art 4K Ultra HD LED screen. The concert will feature exciting visuals from the show including the now infamous Tusk fish, the Crab and Eel rock pool chase and the ‘folklore-turned-reality’ Sea Lion tuna hunt, to name but a few.

The concert will be hosted by BBC presenter Anita Rani, a highly-respected TV personality. Anita is a household name as one of the presenters of the BBC One series Countryfile, and regularly appears in and presents the BBC’s One Show. She has also presented programmes including Bollywood: The World’s Biggest Film Industry and Watchdog. In 2015 Anita was also a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing.

Live accompaniment comes from City of Prague Orchestra, conducted by Matthew Freeman. Music is by Hans Zimmer, Jacob Shea and David Fleming for Bleeding Fingers Music.

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Rani said of narrating Blue Planet II – Live In Concert: I am really honoured to have the role of host on the Blue Planet II Live In Concert arena tour. The TV series was such a fantastic and enlightening show and has really empowered society to view our oceans and environment with a great deal more care. I can’t wait to stand on stage with an 80-piece orchestra and huge screen showing some of that incredible Blue Planet II footage, it should be an amazing experience!”

The Blue Planet II television show was the most watched TV programme of 2017 in the United Kingdom, reaching 37.6 million viewers. During the four-year filming, the teams embarked on 125 expeditions, travelled to 39 countries, filmed on all continents and in every ocean. They spent 6,000 hours deep-sea diving, 1,000 of which were on underwater boats. Logistically, some of these expeditions could be compared to a trip into space – such was the effort. In the process, the camera teams encountered creatures that appeared so strange that they really did seem to come from a different planet!

“The concert will present a selection of incredible visuals from the series, highlighting the amazing natural wonders of our blue planet

THE DETAILS To purchase tickets visit www.blueplanet2live.co.uk or Eventim.co.uk and Seetickets.com

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BUYING YOUR FIRST SUPERCAR

Lucky enough to be in the market for some seriously exotic machinery? Here’s where to start, says Ryan Hirons

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lmost all drivers dream of owning a supercar - but it’s a reality that only a lucky few will ever get to experience.

If you’re finally in a position to make this dream come true for you however, there are a few important things you’ll need to keep in mind.

While buying a regular car brings its own set of challenges, a supercar is a whole other ball game. There’s a lot to consider - some are hard to find, insurance could be an issue, and then there’s finding a place nearby with the know-how for its servicing, which on this level of car is more crucial than most.

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Here’s our guide to help get you on the path of supercar ownership...

I want a supercar! Where do I start?

Just like any car-shopping, you need to know exactly what you’re after, whether that’s something to show off with in summer, tuck away in the garage as an investment, or hound around the Nurburgring.

It’s also worth considering your budget, of course. If you’re buying new, prices can be difficult to source once you reach a certain part of the market - so don’t expect to be able to just find out how much that McLaren 600LT you crave will be

“Just like any carshopping, you need to know exactly what you’re after”

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on finance, without jumping through some hoops.

Start by heading online to use configurators (just about every firm has one), and creating your perfect spec. That can then be sent off to your nearest dealer, who can discuss prices with you there.

The used market is a whole different ball game.

Supercars on the lower end of the scale tend to depreciate a fair bit, so be prepared - just as with any car - to research things to look out for. Issues can be common on this kind of machinery, simply due to how complicated and fragile components can be, and of course you’ll need to ensure the car has been well-kept. Sometimes, a cheap deal isn’t the best deal.

Time to shop around and test drive! Do I need to do anything differently?

Just like any car, once you’re in the classifieds, it’s best to shop around and take a look at a number of examples of cars you’re looking at. For preregistered cars, that might be finding the right spec, while used brings condition and history to the table.

Take your time to research, and don’t just settle on the first thing you come across.

As for test drives, these are also the same - albeit potentially harder to book, as a seller or dealership won’t want just any regular punter to turn up asking for a spin in their exotic machinery. Research issues and things to look for in a particular supercar which are often well-documented online by owners - and use the test drive as an opportunity to sniff them out.

It’s very easy to get excited by the prospect of driving what could be your very first supercar - but don’t let that cloud your judgement on a test drive.

After all, once you have the right machine, you’ll have time to enjoy it.

I’m ready to buy! What next?

You’ve found the right car, and everything is in place for you to make the purchase. First, decide how you’re paying - if you’re buying it outright, lucky you! Otherwise, search around for the best deals on finance or a loan. It’s also worth remembering that despite these exotic machines costing huge sums of money, there’s still room to haggle - unless you’re at the ultra-desirable end of the scale.

Payment plan secured, it’s time to look at insurance. Believe it or not, most regular insurance companies will be able to offer an insurance quote on your new supercar just like a regular family hatchback - albeit premiums will likely be higher.

There’s also the option of specialist insurers which focus exclusively on high-end machinery, and may be able to offer a cheaper quote as a result.

It’s also worth keeping in mind general maintenance and running costs are going to be higher before fully committing. With fragile components prominent in many supercars, they require more care and attention than most daily runabouts will - so be prepared to spend a good amount on servicing and repairs if needed.

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“It’s very easy to get excited by the prospect of driving what could be your very first supercar - but don’t let that cloud your judgement on a test drive”

I have the keys! Anything else I should know?

Well done, you’ve entered the elite world of supercar ownership. Go show it off to the world!

Or stick it in the garage for investment, that’s your call now.

If it’s the former, be prepared to be asked questions about it frequently from admirers and those envious alike. Oh, and the occasional social media appearance of course.

We should also hit home the point on being sensible with the performance. Supercars tend to have bags of power, which is fine on a racetrack, but do avoid the temptation to hit the boot on every straight, clear road you see. Even more so if this is your first time driving a car of this type, as the performance could prove overwhelming. Stay safe and have fun!

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LONDON LANDMARKS HALF MARATHON ABOUT TOMMY’S

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he London Landmarks Half Marathon returns to the capital after a hugely successful inaugural edition in 2018.

Sunday 24th March 2019 will see 13,000 runners tackle the 13.1 mile course, which weaves through the Capital’s most famous landmarks as well as some of the more quirky and hidden ones.

The London Landmarks Half Marathon 2018 was hailed a huge success and praised for its buzzing atmosphere and the chance to discover the Capital in a unique way. It also smashed its fundraising target, raising £4.98m for both Tommy’s and its 102 other charity partners.

The 2019 edition will see 3,000 extra runners take part and just as it did in 2018, the event will engage the local community, as well as being a perfect day out for the family.

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Tommy’s is the largest pregnancy and baby charity in the UK, funding research into pregnancy problems and providing pregnancy health information to parents-to-be.

They believe it is unacceptable that one in four women lose a baby during pregnancy and birth.

With five research centres across the UK investigating the causes of miscarriage, stillbirth and premature birth, Tommy’s lead the way in maternal and fetal research in the UK. For more details visit www.tommys.org Reg Charity Numbers 1060508 and SC039280

activations all around the route, as it not only takes in the capital’s best known landmarks but also unearths and brings to life some of the most interesting but hidden points of interest. With charities being at the forefront of the event, they will ensure a buzzing atmosphere along the route, with over 125 cheer stations giving runners an extra boost.

This year, there will be even more focus on a social and community engagement programme, with an emphasis on engaging with young people from London. At least 200 volunteering opportunities for young people on the day will be available, providing an invaluable opportunity to get practical knowledge of sports and charity events’ management.

Although public places are sold out for the event, people looking to take part can still run as part of Team Tommy’s, the organisers of the awardwinning event, or with one of the other charity partners who have places.

For more information about the event and how sign up for a charity place visit www.llhm.co.uk

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THE ART OF THE SURREAL EVENING SALE 27 February 2019

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eading the sale is René Magritte’s masterpiece Le Lieu Commun, 1964, one of the finest and largest examples of his iconic bowler-hatted men. With an estimate sale price of between £15,000,000£25,000,000.

Never before offered at auction, and poised to set a new world auction record for the artist, the work offers a unique vision of the wandering icon in that it offers a view of the figure both full-face and hidden behind a column in an ambiguous landscape of either impossible or multiple reality.

The large scale (39 3/8 x 31 7/8 in. and 100 x 81 cm.) oil on canvas, signed ‘Magritte’ in the upper right corner, will be on view from 22 - 27 February 2019 ahead of the auction.

Le Lieu Commun was formerly owned

by Gustave Nellens, the great collector who commissioned the ‘Le Domaine Enchanté’ series of eight paintings by Magritte, and owned many great works by the artist, as well as the Fuji Museum in Tokyo. It is one of four paintings featuring the bowler-hatted man from 1964 that mark the culmination of this theme in Magritte’s work.

The others are Le Fils de L’Homme, made for Harry Torczyner and which previously set the world record for the artist when auctioned in 1999, La Grande Guerre and L’Homme au Chapeau Melon.

The three other paintings featured a simpler image of a single bowler-hatted man standing in front of a seascape and facing the viewer. In each of these works the face of the man has been obscured by an object: either an apple or a white dove. For the first time, Magritte makes use of a strip-like play with perspective and a forest view in a technique that anticipates one of the greatest paintings of his very last years – Le Blanc Seing of 1965, held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art, Washington - in which the image of a horse and rider are ambiguously intertwined with the tree trunks of the surrounding forest.

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ABOUT CHRISTIE’S Christie’s, the world’s oldest fine art auctioneer, has sold fine art, furniture, jewellery and wine since James Christie conducted the first sale in London on 5 December 1766. Ever since Christie’s has continued to provide the perfect backdrop for the sales of the world’s finest collections and greatest works of art before their auction.

8 King Street, St James’, London, SW1Y 6QT For more details visit www.christies.com

Above: René Magritte (1898-1967) Le lieu commun, oil on canvas 39 3/8 x 31 7/8 in. (100 x 81 cm.)

Painted in 1964.

Estimate: £15,000,000-£25,000,000 Right: René Magritte (1898-1967) Les barricades mystérieuses, gouache on paper 7 1/2 x 9 7/8 in. (19 x 25 cm.)

Executed in 1960.

Estimate: £350,000 – 450,000

Olivier Camu, Deputy Chairman, Impressionist and Modern Art, Christie’s: “In subject matter, rarity and scale, Le Lieu Commun is the most important painting by René Magritte to be offered at auction since 1999 when the painting Le Fils de L’Homme, created for Harry Torczyner, the great friend and patron of the artist, was sold for a then world record price. The everyman figure of the bowler-hatted man was used by Magritte as a pictorial cypher, moving between layers of reality. The present work is highly enigmatic and inventive. In Le Lieu Commun Magritte subverts the traditional genres of portrait and landscape painting and challenges our understanding of reality and representation; he plays with the viewer’s sense of what is real and what can be perceived. Uniquely we see this figure both in front of and behind the column so that he is at once revealed and obscured. We are thrilled to offer this as the leading work of our 18th edition of the dedicated The Art of the Surreal Evening Sale.”

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Comfort & Trust

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e’re all familiar with the feeling of complete exhaustion after a long flight. You get picked up from the airport by a loved one and fall asleep almost before they pull out of the car park.

That feeling of comfort and trust is one that Terry McCann, Driver and Driver Manager at Herts Executive, aims for each journey. In fact, if a passenger does fall asleep in the back of his car, he sees it as job well done.

Achieving this level of confidence is a labour of love. It starts before he even collects his passenger, making sure all details are correct and that he arrives in plenty of time. Extra touches throughout the journey, such as taking an umbrella on a rainy day and offering to take his passenger via a late-night supermarket for provisions, all help to create a relaxed environment. Terry motivates the 30 drivers in his team to deliver this same VIP service to every single passenger.

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Terry’s ethos of exceptional service stems from a career spent helping others. First in the Army.

Then as a paramedic. This background has given him a terrific eye for detail and the ability to plan ahead for every eventuality. It’s also helped to earn him loyal customers - and Silver Professional Driver of the Year in the Professional Driver QSi Awards 2018.

It could be said that Terry embodies the Herts Executive story. From humble beginnings 20 years ago, Herts Executive has worked tirelessly to build a business that’s focused on a quality customer experience.

It’s a journey that’s seen it become the biggest executive fleet in Hertfordshire. And, like Terry, an award winner - scooping up the Bronze Award for Chauffeur Company of the Year at the same event.

Which is hardly surprising, with people like Terry at the helm. www.hertsexec.com

“From humble beginnings 20 years ago, Herts Executive has worked tirelessly to build a business that’s focused on a quality customer experience”

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E.J. CHURCHILL:

Designed by shooters for shooters E dwin John Churchill established Churchill Gunmakers in 1891. Over one hundred and twenty-five years on, E.J. Churchill continues to produce the highest quality shotguns and is the only privately owned company in Britain with its own Gunmakers, Shooting Ground, Sporting Agency, Country Outfitters and Events Business all under one roof.

In 1989, Sir Edward Dashwood created the shooting ground at his West Wycombe Estate in the Chiltern Hills, just 30 miles from London. Six years later, corporate and private events business, gun room and country outfitters extended E.J. Churchill’s business further.

The shooting ground has 150 shooting stands, six clay shooting disciplines, ‘The Pit’, three high towers and five purposebuilt grouse butts and offers extensive practise and tuition opportunities.

It is regarded as one of the finest facilities of its kind in the world and E.J.Churchill grounds in played host to the World English Sporting tweed range using only the finest the Chiltern Hills Championships in 2014 and 2016 and for a fabrics. record third time in 2018.

E.J. Churchill organises exceptional E.J. Churchill’s recent appointment of George sporting experiences with exclusive access to some Digweed MBE as Global Shooting Ambassador of the most prestigious sporting estates, from heralds new developments at the shooting ground, Scotland for grouse to Spain for partridge and with the proposed British Shooting Centre Hungary for wild boar. of Excellence and UK and Overseas business With an unrivalled reputation E.J. Churchill also expansion opportunities. As 26-time World creates exciting events for private and corporate Champion, George is considered unequalled in the clients, from multi-activity days and product shooting world and is one of the finest game shots launches to family fun days and simulated game in the country. days. It is especially proud to have supported raising E.J. Churchill’s Gun Room sells new and millions of pounds for charitable causes through its second-hand shotguns and rifles with a full range mobile charity shoots. from Blaser, Browning and Perazzi, alongside their The club membership allows individuals to enjoy own gun portfolio and is proud to be appointed the grounds, extensive shooting, social facilities, the only Beretta Premium Dealer within 40 miles country outfitters and a wide range of E.J. Churchill of London. Customers are encouraged to try the services and cartridges at preferential rates. Social guns at the shooting ground and, before making events are held throughout the year, from shopping a decision, E.J. Churchill’s skilled craftsmen offer and Christmas carols in the Winter, to a members’ a professional gun fitting service and undertake shoot and late-night shooting in the summer. gun servicing, repairs and alterations, from simple Led by passionate sportspeople, E.J. Churchill overhauls to complete rebuilds, re-barrelling and reis designed for shooters by shooters, providing stocking. There are secure on-site storage facilities a superior service in a friendly environment that and they can provide a personal carriage service encourages participation at all levels, from Olympic throughout Britain. hopefuls to beginners. E.J. Churchill is proud to E.J. Churchill’s respect for the traditions and keep the sport thriving and to introduce a new etiquette of the sport prevail in everything they do, generation with Young Guns sessions during school and this is mirrored in their impeccable range of holidays to encourage youngsters from as young shooting wear for game and clay sports, outdoor as nine. It also runs novice days, parent and child, footwear, equipment and lifestyle clothing together ladies-only, university and school events. with beautiful accessories. Available both in store E.J. Churchill’s awards include the CPSA at the shooting ground and online, they stock a ‘Shooting Ground of the Year’ 2017 award, number of carefully chosen brands along with their Shooting Industry Award ‘Best Shooting Ground own collection of country attire and accessories.

2017’, The Rural Business Award for ‘Best Rural Crow and Jester, the epitome of Men’s British Business 2016’ and ‘Best Rural Recreational or Couture Tailoring, have created E.J. Churchill’s new Outdoor Pursuits Business 2018’.

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Practice makes perfect

“In 1989 Sir Edward Dashwood created the shooting ground at West Wycombe Estate in the Chiltern Hills, just 30 miles from London”

E.J.Churchill guns

THE DETAILS E.J. Churchill Park Lane, Lane End, High Wycombe, Bucks Hp14 3Ns. +44 (0)1494 883227. www.ejchurchill.com

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Love Handles - AAARGHH!

Dandelions on your lawn. Gremlins. Those are both things that are notoriously hard to get rid of. But not quite as hard, I think, as getting rid of love handles…

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f you’ve tried losing weight, it’s quite likely that you’ve slimmed down all over – but those bulges around your gut are still there, spilling over the tops of your jeans and making it hard to wear fitted clothes. It’s similarly possible to whittle away every ounce of spare body fat through exercise – and yet still keep your love handles.

They are usually the last thing to go, and for many people, never go at all.

Why ARE they so incredibly difficult to shift?

Two reasons.

First of all, some people simply have a genetic predisposition to storing fat around their love handles – just as others are predisposed to storing fat around their tummies or thighs. That’s their natural body shape, and it has nothing to do with weight. You can be extremely lean, but you still have to store fat somewhere.

Often, hormones are a factor too. High levels of oestrogen are associated with body fat being stored around the love handle area - in men as well as women.

Second of all, it’s impossible to target your love handles with specific exercises, like you might target your arms, glutes or abs. Sure, you can do exercises that burn fat all over your body – but if your love handles are where your body likes storing fat, they’re not going anywhere.

I know how frustrating this is from personal experience. I played squash at competitive level, was 54 JANUARY 2019

very careful with what I ate and yet my shirts never fitted me right because I just could not get rid of my love handles.

I cannot tell you how many times I considered giving up my exercise and diet, because after all that effort – and despite being very fit – I still didn’t like my shape.

Ultimately I realised that my love handles were not going away on their own, and that the only solution was to get some help from aesthetic medicine. (I chose Vaser, but as you already know, there are terrific non-surgical options.)

If you, too, have tried diet and exercise but are still plagued by your love handles, it may be the best solution for you as well.

If that is an option you would like to explore further, why not book a consultation with me at our Harpenden or London clinic.

We will take a medical history, discuss what kind of results you want to achieve, and review the options to find the treatment that best fits with your goals, lifestyle and budget. If you’re already pretty sure you know which procedure you want, we’ll confirm you are a suitable candidate and put together your bespoke treatment plan.

We are more than happy to work with your personal trainers as well to optimise your outcomes.

We also have our in house personal trainer Ros Jaffa who will help you put together a long-term plan to maintain your results – and get the most out of any treatment.

Dr Ravi Jain

THE DETAILS For more information visit my informative website www.riverbanksclinic.co.uk and subscribe to my email list.

Or if you would like to schedule a consultation with one of my aesthetic doctors call 01582762877 to book in.

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BEAUTY & FASHION “From design, to print to packaging, everything at Wilful North is rooted in slow fashion and sustainability”

VERY VELVET A fun-loving designed wash bag

by Elizabeth Scarlett, decorated with hand illustrated gold pineapples onto mauve velvet fabric. Whether it’s makeup, toiletries or just bits and bobs you don’t want to lose when travelling - this travel pouch is just for you! www.sweetpeaandwillow.com

A LITTLE SPARKLE getting the skinny Wilful North is a colourful collection of luxury silk scarves and accessories for bold, creative souls who love to express themselves. Designer Holly is inspired by a love of vivid colour, nature and an ever present feeling of wanderlust. She creates eclectic designs based on her own hand-drawn artwork, turning it into handmade silk scarves and gift-able goods.

From design, to print to packaging, everything at Wilful North is rooted in slow fashion and sustainability. We love this quirky silk skinny scarf. This one is all about the hand drawn “charlotte dolls” and vintage keys. Printed on silk satin in a skinny size which looks great knotted around your neck or to create a bow for your hair. www.wilfulnorth.com

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Lottie London Diamond Dips So Instagrammable, £4.95, Lottie London Nars Provocateur Eyeshadow Palette, £35, Nars Sally Hansen Colour Therapy Nail Polish Bronze Reflection, £8.99, Superdrug

Ciate London Glitter Storm Eyeshadow Palette, £36, Ciate

Model wearing Huda Beauty Metallic Power Bullet NYE, £18, available from Cult Beauty

Going for Glam Tom Ford Liquid Sun Glow Drops, £33, Harrods

Armani Beauty Eye Quattro Fantasy Palette, £52, Armani Beauty

Art Deco Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow Moonstone, £17.90, Beauty Bay

Chanel Le Lion de Chanel Exclusive Creation Face Highlighting Powder, £50, John Lewis

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gets a make-up artist’s advice for glamorous but easy beauty look

Katie Wright

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o you’ve got the dazzling dress. And the shoes. And the bag. Your 2019 fashion look is sorted and now it’s time for the finishing touch - make-up. But what’s the best approach to beauty when you’ve got a showstopping frock on?

“A sparkly party outfit calls for beautifully applied, glamorous make-up,” says celebrity make-up artist Aimee Adams, who has partnered with Rapid White.“The top trends right now are incorporating metallic and jewel tone colours.

So many catwalk shows for AW18 like Prada, Giambattista Valli and Preen showed embellished or glittered faces.”

But Adams isn’t suggesting you throw on a face full of glitter.

“The easiest way to glam up your look is to choose your best feature and highlight it with a bit of extra oomph,” she says. “For instance, if your eyes are your best feature choose a sparkly eyeliner pencil and smudge along your top lash line. This is an easy evening twist on your normal daytime eyeliner.”

Metallic textures can also give a chic shimmery finish. “I love using a metallic liquid or gel eye shadow as they are long-wearing and really reflect the light,” Adams says. “To keep it simple I sometimes just use a gold or silver shiny lip gloss patted onto the eyelids for a wet-look finish.”

The final touch? “Always make sure your nails and toes are on point as well, and manicured in a glam colour or glitter finish.” And right on time, beauty brands have delivered a great selection of sparkly and glittery goodies to their collections.

Model wearing Art Deco Liquid Glitter Eyeshadow Moonstone, £17.90, available from Beauty Bay

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MAKE 2019 YOUR STYLIST YEAR YET After the excess of Christmas, a wardrobe detox is just what personal stylist Nina Whitehead advises to help give your style some serious new year modus operandi. Here she shares her tips on what to ditch in your wardrobe to make you happy.

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here is a difference between saying you hate everything in your wardrobe and owning items that actually make you feel sad. When it comes to your wardrobe, stocking it with items that make you happy should be a number one rule.

Life is stressful enough, so when it comes to my wardrobe, I want it to be a place where I can temporarily escape to; one that makes me feel like the best version of my current self. Here, I break down the items I ditched from my wardrobe in order to make my life a happier one overall. From personal experience, I can tell you that letting go of these items was not a walk in the park, but after ripping off the band-aid, I live a life that is generally more at peace with my style, I increased my self confidence and I have less urges to buy new things all the time.

ITEMS THAT DON’T FIT I think it’s safe to assume that most of us keep more than one article of clothing hidden away in our wardrobes that used to fit, but no longer does. The intention behind keeping said item is to hopefully motivate yourself to trim down enough to fit into whatever it is. From personal experience, this tactic only stirs up negative feelings about your body, and no one wants that.

Instead, I recommend ditching those items. For me, it’s my “too-skinny” mid rise jeans. I’m now investing in high-waisted jeans that fit, but also make me feel more confident and happier with my body.

PIECES WITH UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS When I was younger I had tended to buy articles of clothing that require a lot of work to wear—fashion tape, cross-over bras, slips, etc. Or items that I can only wear to one type of event - that strapless ball gown or an over complicated top and skirt, the kind of thing that you end up never wearing again. These items always overwhelm me when I come across them, as I remember all the activities I imagined myself doing in them, but never actually did and all the extra items I had to buy to make them work.

Once you get rid of these not so versatile items from your wardrobe, promise yourself to buy pieces that are a breeze to wear, uncomplicated and doesn’t require a slip or cami top in every single colour you can think of.

PIECES GIVEN TO YOU OR HAND-MEDOWNS We can all fall into that trap of accepting items from our Mothers, Mother-in-laws, sisters, friends but this is just a cycle of cluttering rather than making you feel good. They are handing you the items that they no longer want, so why would you want them? If it’s a Burburry Mac, Chanel bag or a pair of Chloe boots I wouldn’t say no, but your mother-in-laws purchase from Matalan 5 years ago, just isn’t going 60 JANUARY 2019

to cut it with your style let alone your confidence.

Learn to say thanks and then bag it up for the charity shop. Don’t feel bad about this, if they were going to chuck it out then there is no problem with you doing it for them.

ITEMS THAT HAVE DUST GATHERING When I am helping clients detox their wardrobes we often find items of clothing with a heavy layer of dust on them. Most commonly this is suits that women have worn in a past corporate life and are now either in a different job, are Mothers who don’t work or just have no need for suits in their life. Don’t hoard these in your wardrobe thinking one day if you go back to work in a corporate environment that you might drag those suits out of the back of your wardrobe, because inevitably you will buy yourself new clothes for your new job.

Think of all that space you will create by getting rid of all those old suits that by gathering dust they are no longer wearable anyway.

By having the items we love the most in our wardrobes we are taking back control of our identities and have a wardrobe that serves your life and future goals. If you need help with reviewing your wardrobe and want to develop your style then please get in touch to book your consultation. nina@edits-styling.com. www.edits-styling.com

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Put your health first this year with a meaningful GP relationship

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ave you ever wished for a relaxed consultation with your GP so you could discuss all your health concerns in one comprehensive visit? Or perhaps you’ve been frustrated that you can’t always see the GP you want to see when you make an appointment? If so, this year, invest in your health with the new Concierge Choice UK membership programme.

The new service offers access to experienced GPs who care for NHS patients with the time and convenience that can sometimes be hard to secure. For an annual membership that costs just £100 per month, you have exclusive access to your hand-picked GP. This includes special hours each week dedicated to members so you can always secure a same-day/next-day appointment, and even your GP’s private email and mobile number for convenient and direct after-hours communication.

This bespoke programme is perfect for anyone who wants to better manage their health this year, especially anyone with chronic or multiple health concerns. The annual membership includes an annual comprehensive health MOT that lasts up to an hour which gives you the opportunity to spend uninterrupted, meaningful time with your GP to discuss all your health concerns, establish your starting point and help you develop wellness goals

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to work towards for the coming year.

Perhaps most importantly to patients, you get peace of mind knowing you always have access to the GP you want. Your appointments will always be scheduled with the GP you choose, the doctor who knows your whole health history. These appointments are scheduled for 30 minute intervals, ensuring you can take your time and ask all the questions you need to feel comfortable.

Another benefit of membership is that children of members receive complimentary membership.

For many busy families, knowing they have their personal GP’s private mobile for any after-hours concerns that may arise, or even the convenience of emailing their GP for simple questions, is invaluable.

There are participating GPs available throughout London and the home counties. Patients are able to select whichever GP they prefer, as long as they are not registered with that GP on the NHS. Concierge Choice UK GPs are dedicated to their service with the NHS. Their concierge membership programmes are limited in nature so as not to impact their service to NHS patients. Customer service representatives are available to discuss eligibility and programme benefits.

Patients are urged to call 020 7776 9065 or visit www.ConciergeChoice.co.uk to secure their spot before the spaces sell out.

“The new service offers access to experienced GPs who care for NHS patients with the time and convenience that can sometimes be hard to secure”

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Could an annual health MOT from Concierge Choice UK help you stick to your new year’s health resolutions?

Why starting the year with a comprehensive health MOT could help you achieve your 2019 health goals

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very January 1st, following the overindulgence of the festive season, most of us wake up determined that this year we are going to be better, healthier, and generally look after ourselves more.

For some people this might be about getting fit or losing weight, but for others it could also mean committing to prioritising their mental wellbeing, reducing their cholesterol or stopping smoking However, by February, this resolve has usually slipped and we fall back into old habits.

Starting the year with a comprehensive health MOT could help you stay on track and prioritise your health and wellbeing. For an annual fee, alongside other benefits, Concierge Choice UK members are entitled to an annual health MOT with their GP, lasting up to an hour, which includes blood tests and urine analysis. If you are between 40 and 74, you are also entitled to a free NHS Health Check every five years, designed to spot early signs of stroke, kidney disease, heart disease, type 2 diabetes or dementia.

Check your baseline

history to identify what you need to focus on changing (e.g. diet, exercise, smoking), in your health MOT you have the opportunity for an unhurried conversation about how you will make these changes. Your GP can help you set achievable goals with actionable first steps towards them, so you leave feeling empowered to get started, not overwhelmed with information.

The tests included in a Concierge Choice UK health MOT can give you an idea of your baseline health indicators, so you can set your goals and also monitor your progress. For example, the blood test can check cholesterol levels, kidney function and liver function, and test for diabetes and anaemia.

Monitor your progress

Set achievable lifestyle goals

Concierge Choice UK members can hand-pick their GP from a network of experienced local GPs who have signed up to offer the service, so you can choose a GP who is right for you. The service is available to all; however, a patient can only register at a practice with a participating GP if they are not registered as an NHS patient at that practice.

Once signed up, you will see the same GP every time you visit the surgery, allowing you and your GP to form a long-term, personal relationship and ensuring continuity of care.

Your first annual health MOT, carried out by your chosen GP, is a chance for them to really get to know about you and understand your health priorities.

As well as the annual health MOT, Concierge Choice UK membership provides patients with access to same-day or next-day face to face relaxed consultations (up to 30 minutes). Members also receive their Concierge Choice GP’s mobile number and email for out of hours concerns.

As well as looking at your lifestyle and medical

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Going for follow-up consultations means your GP can really support you in monitoring your progress towards your goals, helping you to adjust your behaviour to stay on track where needed.

Choose a GP to support you

“Concierge Choice UK members can hand-pick their GP from a network of experienced local GPs” THE DETAILS The membership service is currently available in a number of London areas, including Bayswater, Earl’s Court, Golders Green, Kensington and Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Notting Hill, South Kensington, St John’s Wood, Westminster and Winchmore Hill; and in Bushey and Radlett in Hertfordshire. For more information on the programme and a full list of participating GPs, visit www.ConciergeChoice.co.uk

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For shoes, choose wisely and one fabulous pair will see you through the season in style. words: Katie Wright

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hat’s on trend right now?

The Nineties, of course, which means multi-strap metallic sandals with stiletto heels. Inspired by Prada and Miu Miu, mules are also having a moment - think backless heels in sumptuous fabrics like satin and velvet, embellished with bows and jewelled details. Dancing queens will love the Seventies style uber-high platforms that are making a comeback, and the rainbow trend that started back in summer is still going strong. But if you really want to be on the cutting edge, it’s all about perspex heels.

These see-through shoes really do go with everything because they make your feet look basically naked (so you might want to get a pedi booked). Here’s our pick of the best footwear to shop now...

Mallin Gold Cross Strap Platform Sandals, £80, Dune

STUNNING SHOES Hadie Transparent Heel Court Shoes, £49, Office Multi Coloured Shimmy Heeled Sandals, £22.40, Dorothy Perkins

Micha Set Back Heel Two Part Sandals, £49, Office

Olivia Ochre Velvet Bow Mules, £45, Monsoon Navy Satin Jewel Detail Two Part Shoes, £42, Next

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Meila Black Satin Knot Pearl Brooch Mule Sandal, £99, Dune

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MAKING YOUR

GYM BAG MORE ECOFRIENDLY Save the planet while you sweat with Liz Connor’s pick of the best sustainable workout accessories

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ou’ve invested in a reusable coffee cup, you’re regularly separating your plastics in your rubbish and you’ve stopped splurging your paycheck on fast fashion.

Now, if only you could be so virtuous with your gym routine.

Working out is great for your health, but your quest for the perfect bod could be having a negative impact on the environment. Between reusable plastic bottles, throwaway wet kit bags and bargain priced leggings, there’s a lot you can do to trash the planet before you’ve even stepped foot on the treadmill.

Thankfully, gyms are making efforts to change the conversation: Chains like Barry’s Bootcamp and 1Rebel and have all gone plastic-free this year - but there’s still lots we can be doing on a micro level.

If you’re keen to get more sustainable while working up a sweat, switch to these green products to make your gym bag more friendly to the planet.

Lush Seanik Shampoo Bar This solid bar of shampoo does away with the need for the unnecessary plastic packaging that’s often lurking in most people’s toiletry bags. Made with seaweed, sea salt, jasmine oil and lemon, it has a refreshing citrus scent that’ll leave you feeling squeaky clean for the rest of the day. £7.50 for 55g, Lush.com

Vivobarefoot Primus Lite Women’s Running Shoes These barefoot shoes have no unnecessary padding or cushioning and shy away from thick, stiff soles you often get in most running shoes. As well as being good for your feet, they’re a better choice for the planet too, as they’re made from natural, recycled and bio-based materials. This pair handily roll up into a ball and can be tucked away in your gym bag after a session. £100, Vivobarefoot.com

Asquith Flow With It Leggings The clothing industry is one of the largest polluters in the world, second only to oil. If you’re worried about how your activewear is made, invest a bit of extra money in a pair of organic leggings, produced in sweatshop-free conditions. This pair feel amazing on and are blended with bamboo and elastane to keep them soft and stretchy. £55, asquithlondon.com

Chilly’s Reusable Water Bottle One of the easiest things you can do to green up your act is switch to a reusable water bottle.

This one from Chilly’s keeps water cold for up to 12 hours and won’t leak in your bag. It comes in a range of cheery colours and designs, but we personally love the rose gold version. £25, chillysbottles.com

Manduka Eko Yoga Mat 5mm Nobody wants the destruction of the rainforest weighing on their mind when they’re lying in Chavasana. This yoga mat is made of natural, nonAmazon harvested tree rubber that will support both your practice and the planet. Namaste. £70, manduka.com 70 JANUARY 2019

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Being Injury Aware For many, the winter weather does not get in the way of their daily run, however the risk of slips and falls is still common.

Injuries caused by accidents like these, if left untreated, could lead to restricted movement and future pain when walking.

Mr Garth Allardice, Consultant Orthopaedic – Foot and Ankle Specialist, from BMI The Clementine Churchill Hospital, Harrow warns “foot and ankle related injuries are very common when running in the winter; often ligament and tendon sprains/tears are seen as well as metatarsal stress fractures in the foot.”

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unning on ice/snow-covered roads is fun, stimulating, and even scenic, but the small, repetitive slip just before toe-off, will put extra stress on the Achilles and increased pressure on the metatarsals.”

Stress fractures are hairline cracks in the foot bone, usually caused by repetitive, high impact sports such as running and walking at a fast pace. In winter, slippery walking conditions and falls on icy roads are some of the leading causes of foot-related injuries. If left untreated, it can be quite painful to walk and may lead to a complete break in the bone.

Ankle injuries can be triggered by slipping and falling, causing strains, sprains, and fractures. Often people may think they’ve merely twisted their ankle because they’ve been able to walk after a fall, but that doesn’t mean the ankle is not broken.

Symptoms of a fractured ankle include: • Physical bruising • Swelling around the ankle, leading to the foot • Significant pain, even with rest • Unable to stand, with weight on that foot To detect injury it is often best seeing a foot and ankle specialist who will perform a thorough physical examination and if indicated, imaging studies. If weight is continuously applied to a broken bone it could make the injury worse.

Be Treated Early You may be advised to have an x-ray to identify the area of the pain or, an MRI/CT scan may be requested if any hairline cracks are undetected on x-ray.

Treatment often depends on the positioning of the bone and whether it has been displaced, as well as any ligament damage that may make the ankle unstable.

An Orthopaedic (Foot and Ankle) Consultant, with the support of a Specialist Sports Physiotherapist, will advise on whether you will need a supportive boot or plaster and/or the use of crutches. Rest and analgesia will be paramount, which could be for a number of weeks, before regular mobility is restored.

At BMI The Clementine Churchill Hospital, we have a team of Specialist Sports Physiotherapist that can help you on to the road to recovery. You’ll have access to the full-size gym, hydrotherapy pool, feet 24 therapy, and Shockwave Therapy.

Need surgery?

Surgery tends to be the final option if the ligaments/ bones have not healed and function has not been restored. Your orthopaedic surgeon will discuss options with you. The procedure may require inserting a pin or plate to the ankle bone to help restore structure and repair any torn ligaments.

For more information, please contact 020 8872 3975 or visit www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/cch.

Further reading: www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/health-matters/health-and-wellbeing/cold-weather-running www.bmihealthcare.co.uk/consultants/garth-evan-allardice

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Detect the early warning signs Checking moles can save lives

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o matter how safe you’ve been all summer with protecting your skin, it’s still important to continue being vigilant the rest of the year. It is advised that you check your skin at least one a month, from head to toe, looking for any suspicious lesions or moles.

Recognising the early signs of melanoma is vital as the earlier the diagnosis, the better the prognosis and melanoma treated early has a five year survival rate of over 98 percent. Here we describe the best methods used to identify suspicious moles: A common acronym used by dermatologists is ABCDE: Asymmetry - If you draw a line through the middle of your mole and the halves don’t match, this asymmetry may be a sign of melanoma.

Border - Ragged, notched, blurred or irregular edges are all warning signs.

Colour – Look out for moles that contain several different shades of brown, tan or black, or they may be red, white or blue.

Diameter – Malignant moles are bigger in diameter, if it’s larger than 6 millimetres across, get it checked.

Evolving – Changes in size, shape, colour, elevation or other characteristics are another warning sign.

However not all melanomas fit neatly into these categories so there are a few other factors to take note of, if any occur see a doctor immediately.

• A sore that does not heal

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• Redness or new swelling • Spread of pigment • If it becomes itchy, tender or painful • If there is a change in the surface: oozing, bleeding, appearance of a bump or lump

Searching for Ugly Ducklings If the ABCDE acronym seems complicated, there is a simpler way to identify a suspicious mole: ask yourself whether it’s an ‘ugly duckling’ that looks different from all the other moles around it. It may be a small red mole surrounded by bigger brown moles, or it may be larger and darker than the others. For someone who has few moles, any change in a spot or growth makes an ugly duckling and a trip to the doctors.

Take note of how your skin normally looks as this will make it easier when it comes to noticing changes. Remember, checking your moles could save your life.

If you have any concerns we have a team of dermatologists here at Spire Harpenden Hospital who are on hand to help you. Give us a call today to book an appointment: 01582 714 420.

“Recognising the early signs of melanoma is vital as the earlier the diagnosis, the better the prognosis and melanoma treated early has a five year survival rate of over 98 percent”

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From designing and illustrating ceramics for Royal Worcester to working for a major greeting card company, you can now adorn your walls with some of her tropical masterpieces in the form of made-to-measure wallpaper murals. The 7-piece mural collection features a variety of vibrant jungle designs that are sure to help you fulfil the tropical trend in your home. www.wallsauce.com

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Take a look at this fabulous new range of gorgeous neon artwork.

Choose from David Bowie, Blondie, George Michael & Kanye West! This impressive artwork has a vintage feel to the prints combined with a contemporary edge with the neon words. The artwork features a vintage style print onto board with neon letters threaded through and comes complete with a high quality wood frame finished in gold. www.limelace.co.uk

A TASTE OF THE EXOTIC

Environmentalism and the desire to travel to exotic places are behind British soft furniture brand Icon’s latest collection for Spring Summer 2019. Inspired by the opulent palm houses of the Victorian era and combined with modern, urban living, the range offers vibrant colours and vivid botanical prints. www.beanbagbazaar.co.uk 78 JANUARY 2019

Make the elephant in the room something to talk about! The collection features 5 unique designs, each simultaneously being incredibly cute, yet surprisingly low key and stylish. Who’d have thought a sheep would be that one element that ties the room together? Whether you’re pairing them with your favourite sofa set, or just providing your youngest with a best friend, we think this range is an absolute winner! www.redcandy.co.uk

LOOK FORWARD TO SPRING The stylish Daphne chair has been catapulted into Spring, with nine gorgeous new fabric coverings from renowned fabric & wallpaper designers, Harlequin. Bursting with colour and style, these beautiful new lounge chairs are just the thing to inject some life into your home, after the dreary Winter season. www.my-furniture.co.uk

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The Winter Garden

In winter why do some plants go into dormancy and yet some still produce beautiful often fragrant flower?

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utumn signifies leaf fall in deciduous plants (those that loose there leaves in winter) including evergreens into a state of dormancy brought about by temperature fall and light levels. A drop in temperature slows down a plant’s metabolism largely because the enzymes that drive these biochemical reactions don’t work so well in the cold.

Photosynthesis slows, respiration slows and growth stops. Plants are also affected by day length and light levels this also triggers chemical reactions that induce the abscission layer to close in the axilliary point of the leaf to stem thus initiating leaf fall.

Plants do almost all the photosynthesis ahead of time when they have leaves, and make enough sugars for the plant cells to survive the winter. The sugar gets stored as starch, plants break this down to use as energy during winter, like a mole uses stored fat when hibernating.

Chilling normally prevents plants beginning growth during warm spells in the middle of the winter. However as climate change kicks in, plants are staying active longer or the time of dormancy is likely delayed or shortened and this could impact on their long term life expectancy due to stress related conditions.

Long prolonged periods of cold can freeze cells in a plant, damage occurs when there is sudden temperature rise causing quick thawing which induces bursting of plant cells, slow thawing largely counters this problem.

If evergreen plants lose all their leaves or the leaves have all gone brown, don’t panic, check for green tissue under the outer bark of the stem this signifies healthy tissue. If you are growing more challenging plants in the UK climate like date plum/ kaki (Diospyros kaki) then you may need to give it some added protection during winter.

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Some plants will flower on their bare stems during the winter example Lonicera fragrantissima, Corylus avellana and Edgeworthia chionantha.

Flowering occurs then, as this gives plants an advantage in relation to maximising pollination potential thus avoiding competition. The native hazel (Corylus avellana) flowers in winter because it is pollinated via wind borne pollen. Flowering during another period would block the pollens potential to fertilise as leaves would form a barrier, limiting pollination.

Snow does insulate evergreens from bitter temperatures and the winter sun can dry them out and cause them to burn and go brown. It’s best to leave snow on bows of trees and shrubs unless snow is very heavy and likely to snap the branches.

Smaller plants are better left under the snow for insulation.

Haw frost or snow on Trees and Shrub branches will add to the plants beauty and create a fairyland effect All seasons have their beauty. I hope you enjoy and appreciate the winter season too. www.kevinpressland.com

Left: Hazel Male Catkins Above: Snow enhances the scene Below: Lonicera fragrantissima

“If evergreen plants lose all their leaves or the leaves have all gone brown, don’t panic, check for green tissue under the outer bark of the stem”

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The Truth About Condensation in the Home

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odern living has often created much more habitable rooms, but also living spaces that are much warmer.

However these changes can lead to less ventilation and fewer air changes. The result is that water vapour produced by normal living is no longer able to escape up the chimney or through door jambs, window joints and other outlets.

In fact, in certain circumstances, such material comforts can combine to create ideal conditions for the birthing of condensation, which tends to form on the coldest surfaces within any room. This may not necessarily be on the glazing.

Air inside a building contains a certain amount of water vapour, which generally increases for example when kettles are boiled, baths are run and if clothes are dried indoors. The volume of water vapour that the air can hold is a function of its temperature.

Obviously warm air has the capacity to hold more moisture vapour than cool air. Therefore, as the air circulates, and comes into contact with surfaces cooler than itself such as walls, woodwork and

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windows, the water vapour condenses, becoming liquid again. The steaming up of a bathroom mirror at shower time is a good example of how condensation droplets are formed; the mirror surface being cooler than the moisture-laden air.

Whilst the condensed liquid will run-off glass or painted timber surfaces it is likely to soak into porous surfaces such as walls and ceilings.

Condensed water that soaks into walls or untreated woodwork will damage the underlying substrate of the building while simultaneously providing the perfect environment in which unpleasant and unhealthy mould colonies can grow.

Many studies into the effects of inhaling mould spores unanimously agree that it causes damage to the immune system, skin rashes and respiratory disorders such as sinusitis and pneumonia If home owners who have fitted energy rated replacement windows still experience condensation on the inside of their windows, it usually means that their property has a particular problem with condensation that they need to address through improving the balance between heating and ventilation. More often than not, these cases are caused by insufficient ventilation within certain rooms that need addressing, as new windows and doors are designed to retain heat, so if there is not enough ventilation then condensation can build up if warm moist air is trapped with nowhere to escape to. Such condensation can be reduced by leaving open window vents to allow fresh air in, or retro-fitting trickle ventilation (although these trickle vents can be expensive, ugly and defeat the object of fitting thermally efficient window products).

Other solutions include adding air bricks, buying a de-humidifier or installing mechanical ventilation.

The Glass and Glazing Federation’s own publication about condensation on their website, entitled “Condensation, Some Causes, Some Advice” goes out of its way to make it clear that if condensation occurs on the outside of the external pane on double or triple glazed windows this is a positive sign that these thermally efficient replacement window products are in fact performing well. Such a phenomenon tends to only occur at certain times of the year, depending on a property’s location and aspect. Normally such condensation forms early morning and is gone by lunchtime.

As the GGF article on condensation advice for

UK home owners states “Due to recent innovations in the efficiency of double and triple glazing, along with updated requirements of building regulations and the lowering of carbon emissions, certain weather conditions may allow the formation of external condensation on energy efficient windows and doors. This is a natural phenomenon and a clear indication that the window or door is preventing heat loss from your house.”

That said, condensation between the panes of glass in a double or triple glazed sealed unit means the unit has “blown” and is no longer providing the same level of thermal barrier that a modern high performance hermetically sealed unit can provide.

Such blown units should be replaced ASAP, particularly in the colder months When fitting replacement double glazing, homes with a known pre-existing internal condensation problem (e.g. which is quite common in blocks of flats) that need more permanent ventilation can have trickle vents built into the window’s or door’s outer frame. Modern double-glazed replacement windows should offer a lockable night vent facility on all opening vents, which is a far better solution to condensation than trickle vents as the window can then be shut to keep out extreme cold if need be.

The key factors in reducing condensation are having a) thermally broken, energy efficient windows and doors, b) sufficient heating, and c) enough ventilation.

THE DETAILS If you want to find out more about high quality energy rated double glazed thermally broken windows, that will help better control your property’s living environment, contact the experts at Hazlemere Window Company who have over 30 years’ home improvement experience on 01727 238658 for a free no obligation quotation or visit www.hazlemere.co.uk

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xplosions of bold colour and radiant metallic accents swept across interiors of 2018 and will continue to do so well into this year. Inspired by the extravagant taste of baroque style, this trend is part of a winning effort to leave boring interiors in the past.

Favouring an abundance of opulence, homemakers are setting out to create a feeling of luxury that celebrates the splendour of the home.

They’re doing this through strong colours, bold accents, and inviting textures.

Vivid colour schemes including royal blue, deep purples, and greens take their inspiration from all things grand such as classic European ballrooms and salons to breathtaking catholic churches. This explosion of luxe acts as a rebellion against modest styles such as minimalism and pale Scandinavian interiors. The walls of these inspired homes scream “we will not be boring” to the world.

But why are they rebelling against plain homes?

It all stems from the housing market crash of 2008.

After the crash sellers were forced to play it safe with bland, inoffensive interiors as those styles were a far easier sell than heavily stylised homes. This cold minimalism was born out of necessity, and it stuck for a long time.

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However, as the economy has recovered people have grown tired of this bare-bones philosophy and began to celebrate the character of their homes.

Looking to project Richness and luxury, rather than desperation and hopelessness. People can now afford to take risks. And these risks take the form of colourful sensations over plain indifference.

This rebellious wave of glitz and glamour sees no signs of slowing down as we enter the new year and will stay strong through many more years to come. With a selection of in-house designed rich velvet chairs, sofas, and footstools with deep colours and brass accents Cult Furniture is providing homeowners with an affordable option to ride this luxurious wave. One doesn’t need to be rich to have a home that both looks and feels rich.

Take the Heather dining chair for example, with its brass legs and selection of rich colours including royal blue, these velvet upholstered chairs are a simple way to introduce an air of elegance to your space. They also work exceptionally well when paired with elegant tables and fine glassware.

As the world enters a new year we wave goodbye to the bleak and look forward to good fortune and better times ahead. www.cultfurniture.com

“This rebellious wave of glitz and glamour sees no signs of slowing down as we enter the new year”

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New year, new launch!

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obsons in Cheshunt is looking forward to an exciting year in 2019 with the launch of their brand new luxury kitchen showroom in January after months of renovation.

Their stunning remodelled showroom now houses exclusively Stoneham hand-built kitchen furniture taking it to the next level in kitchen design.

Stoneham, a British company, who carry the Royal Warrant, have been designing and creating beautiful furniture for over 150 years. They pride themselves on their craftsmanship, uncompromising quality and unfailing attention to detail making them the perfect match for Dobsons Dobsons new showroom features larger room sets giving each one the feeling of a real kitchen.

The displays include stunning islands with a variety of seating options including a bespoke bench seating area and unique items such as a magnificent drinks cabinet with slide away doors allowing you to create your own personal bar.

These larger kitchen displays also allow Dobsons to showcase a variety of colours and textures in both contemporary and traditional styles. Their showroom will also house premium appliances brands such as Bora, Neff, Siemens, Miele, Quooker boiling water taps and the Kaelo integrated wine cooler as well as stunning worktops in Corian, Silestone, Granite and Wood.

If you are considering starting the new year with a new kitchen then it’s a great time to visit for inspiration and to talk to Dobsons experienced team of designers about your project. Dobsons, a family business established in 1935, believe in putting their customers at the heart of everything they do and that’s why as part of the premium service they offer they take control of your entire project and co-ordinate every aspect, taking the stress and hassle away from you. They are more than just a kitchen company, from their wide product offering they are able to provide services above and beyond other kitchen studios such as kitchen extensions,

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structural alterations, and glazing such as bi-folding doors all under one roof.

Dobsons have also renovated a large area of their Villery and Boch bathroom studio, with stunning new displays featuring the latest trends in luxury bathing for you to peruse.

To celebrate the opening Dobsons will be holding a launch event on Saturday 26th January 10.30am-4pm, that will feature live cooking by a Neff and Siemens expert, classic cars on their forecourt for you to admire and exclusive launch offers available for appointments booked on the day. Everyone is welcome to come along and view their stunning transformation and enjoy the hospitality.

Email enquiries@dobsonshome.com in advance to register your interest and you will receive a luxury goody bag on the day. Visit www.dobsonshome.com for more details.

“These larger kitchen displays also allow Dobsons to showcase a variety of colours and textures in both contemporary and traditional styles”

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lassic works of art by the old masters have never gone out of style and today, traditional fine art is seeing a significant resurgence. This revival of styles such as Renaissance, Romanticism and Neoclassicism has introduced a burgeoning trend; reproduction painting.

Brights of Nettlebed have commissioned many hand-painted duplicates of fine art masterpieces, allowing customers to admire their favourite paintings in their own homes. One example of a classic reproduction the company has available is The House of Commons 1833.

Based on a 19th century painting by Sir George Hayter, this is considered one of the most important representations of the Reform Act of 1832, an event which changed the political landscape of Britain.

The original, which covers 170-square feet of canvas and took over 10 years to complete, depicts the opening of the first Reformed Parliament in the House of Commons. Some 375 identifiable figures are captured in this portrait, including MPs, Whigs and tory peers. Today, it hangs in the National Portrait Gallery where it holds the title of ‘portrait with the most identifiable sitters.’ Brights of Nettlebed’s near-identical reproduction is displayed in a handmade English swept frame.

Another example of a fine art reproduction at Brights is the portrait of Horatio Nelson. In this duplicate of a 1798 portrait by Guy Head, Nelson appears with a young midshipman moments after victory at the Battle of the Nile. Two battlescarred ships can be seen flying white ensigns in the background as Nelson’s companion hands him a sword wrapped in a captured flag. This reproduction has been stretched and mounted in reeded moulding.

These are just two of the museum-quality commissioned pieces that Brights of Nettlebed

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have in stock, which are replicas of important works dating as far back as the 15th century. The company is associated with a small studio of highly accomplished artists, each of whom has been specially selected for their technical skills and for their ability to faithfully replicate originals.

Brights calls upon these artists for their bespoke ordering service, allowing customers to commission the oil painting of their choosing. Whether customers would like their own oil-painting reproduction of a classic masterpiece, photograph or personal family portrait, they are welcome to visit Brights of Nettlebed at their showrooms in Nettlebed, near Henley-on-Thames – where all of the existing paintings can be viewed in classically furnished rooms.

Alternatively, call on 01491641115 or email enquiries@brightsofnettlebed.co.uk.

“Another example of a fine art reproduction at Brights is the portrait of Horatio Nelson. In this duplicate of a 1798 portrait by Guy Head, Nelson appears with a young midshipman moments after victory at the Battle of the Nile”

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Brighten up your garden with Dutch Marketplace

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t’s time to wrap up warm and get out into the garden to blow away the January blues. As your garden starts to grow and with winter bulbs gradually popping their heads up, it’s a great time of the year to start planning your garden.

Here at the Dutch Marketplace we have everything you need to brighten up any winter patio space. We stock a wide variety of tools of the trade to make your life easier including winter plant protection, stakes, ties and supports so you’ll be prepared for those blustery winter winds. If you want to place food outside for the birds we have a great selection of wild bird seed, split peanuts, mealworms and the all important bird feeders, habitats and accessories.

If you’re looking for something special for Valentine’s Day, a first date or anniversary, look no further than our food hall which has a fantastic selection of luxury items including smoked salmon, artisan chocolates, champagne and locally produced spirits & beer, our team are always happy to make up a special hamper with the products of your choice. Our florist and indoor plant area is always super busy at this time of year, so get your orders in quickly to avoid disappointment for that special occasion.

Bridget B’s Butchery counter has plenty of healthy options for the winter months. Use leaner cuts of meat to make delicious stir-fry’s or casseroles and when you visit the food hall you will see our shelves stocked with plenty of fresh seasonal vegetables, a selection of flavoured rice, noodles, sauces and spices to make the perfect stir-fry dish. If

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you don`t feel like cooking we have a frozen range of ready meals available, from cauliflower cheese to chicken Dahl, shepherds pie to beef stew, you’re sure to find something tasty. Visit the deli counter which is full of fine cheeses, cooked & cured meats, freshly baked pastries and pies, or simply stop by our restaurant for a quick bite to eat, a full on lunch or afternoon tea which is served every day. All in all the Dutch Marketplace is the place to be this winter to shop, eat and enjoy! www.dutchnursery.co.uk

“We stock a wide variety of tools of the trade to make your life easier including winter plant protection, stakes, ties and supports so you’ll be prepared for those blustery winter winds”

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2019 Interiors

Colour of the year

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arm, positive and at the same time expressive and intriguing. The Pantone 2019 colour of the year is a combination of juicy tangerine with a delicate, soft peach. It sounds appetizing, and it looks even more luscious in interiors!​ Every year in December, Pantone prepares something special for us - an announcement which the entire world of fashion and design awaits, as well as all those who know that colour matters.

This time the Institute specialising in setting colour trends focused on a bold shade that is meant to remind us of the real and the authentic in a world where social media and technology set the rhythm of life. The naturally occurring, flashy colour allows us to commune with the amazing nature hidden in the depths of the oceans, at the same time being close to what we see on the screens of our

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“This time the Institute specialising in setting colour trends focused on a bold shade”

smartphones and computers.

To facilitate the use of coral in everyday life - while choosing a wardrobe or interior design, Pantone has prepared 5 colour palettes that bring out the best in all of them. Among them, we find various combinations - from warm pastels associated with a sunset (the Shimmering Sunset palette), through psychedelic colours (Trippy), to neutral colours of the earth, warmed up by coral (Focal Point).

Living Coral is a great choice for a child’s room - it attracts attention, but it does not vex or overwhelm, it also improves the mood and warms up space, encouraging carefree fun.

This appetizing, vibrant and unpretentious shade will surely conquer many hearts and decorate many apartments, bringing freshness and vitality to any interior.

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The Winter Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair 22-27 January 2019, Battersea Evolution, Battersea Park SW11

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he Winter edition of The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair, the first of three taking place in 2019, will raise a glass to the new year when it opens in Battersea Park.

More than 150 dealers from the UK and Europe will take part, bringing a beautiful variety of antique and 20th century design drawn from sources around the world. Find unusual interior decoration dating from the early 1700s to 1970, by designers and makers from the British Isles, Europe, Scandinavia, the Americas, Africa and Asia. The breadth of choice is unbeatable, encompassing furniture, lighting, textiles, ceramics and porcelain, glass, natural history items, architectural elements, and garden artefacts and seating. Works of art from all periods to the contemporary – paintings, prints and sculpture – are an important element in the mix.

The Cocktail Hour – Foyer Display Inspired by fashionable 1950s and ‘60s nightspots, with a touch of deco glamour, the Winter Fair will present as its foyer display, The Cocktail Hour – showing visitors how to create a contemporary space for parties or a modern club room vibe. The Cocktail Hour will incorporate diverse seating, side tables, lighting and decoration of all periods for a fresh look, beautifully accessorised with 20thcentury cocktail sets and antique drinking paraphernalia.

Bar carts and trolleys are still enormously popular, and stylish examples will feature, alongside cocktail cabinets, serving trays, champagne buckets and glassware. All items in the Fair display come from exhibitors and will be for sale.

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Current Trends As well as the eco-friendly credentials of antiques, buyers can see how easily the rich, lived-in patina of antique wood can work with modern interior schemes, complementing both soft and rich colour schemes. The warm tones of wood also work wonderfully well with patterned wallpaper without distracting from it.

Painted antiques continue to be a strong theme at the Decorative Fair; their popularity has continued unabated since the Fair launched in 1985 and made its name as the go-to event for decorative pieces, and in particular painted furniture. Dealers continue to offer an unparalleled mix of fine and rare pieces with original paint and decoration from the 18th and early 19th centuries, alongside more practical everyday items presented in what the trade terms “country house condition” (i.e. retaining an un-restored state) that have been well-loved over the years, and thus retain a lifetime of character.

Find Unique Accessories The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair is also the perfect place to find a wealth of accessories: mirrors of every style, lighting from antique to mid-twentieth century table lamps, floor lamps, wall lights, modernist ceiling lights and crystal chandeliers. The finishing touch is as important as the furniture and buyers love the choice of collectables often presented by dealers in an inspirational fashion on their stands.

Enjoy delicious home-cooked food and baking at The Kitchen upstairs on the Mezzanine.

Two Fairs in One! Visitors to the Winter Fair can enjoy a double-event experience as LARTA The London Antique Rug & Textile Art Fair takes place on the Mezzanine throughout the week. Tickets to the Decorative include free entry to LARTA. The Decorative Antiques & Textiles Fair takes place three times a year in Battersea Park: Spring Fair: 9-14 April & Autumn Fair: 1-6 October For further details visit www.decorativefair.com £10 at the door (catalogue gives re-admission throughout the week), or register online to join the mailing list for free tickets Battersea Evolution, Battersea Park, London (the venue has no postcode, for Satnav use SW8 4NW for entry via Chelsea Bridge Gate) L-R: Drinks table c1955 by Mathieu Mategot, France; French deco decanter set in a leather holder; 1960’s Italian walnut cabinet with geometric design; Chairs by Howard Keith, British, 1950s

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an opulent choice, he notes, while a neutral colour scheme is unisex, and pale tones open up a space visually and will allow any additional little touches, from cushions to decorations, to star.”

SUCCESS It might just be a handy space for visitors but there’s no need to ‘spare’ the style. Follow Gabrielle Fagan’s

guide to gorgeous guest rooms...

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he guest bedroom - or ‘spare’ - isn’t necessarily the most well-kept room of the house. If you’re lucky enough to have one, it’s probably either a dumping ground or used as extra storage space most of the year - meaning a mad dash to clear the clutter when visitors are booked in.

(Relax, we’ve all got our guilty spare room secrets!) Hosting overnight guests? Transform a neglected spare room into a space that’s inviting and stylish. Give it a little TLC, splurge on new bedding and perhaps a few fun - or luxury - little extras here and there, and you’ll have it looking (almost) as fabulous as a boutique hotel room, but with homely touches too.

Follow these simple steps to styling the spare...

Turn up the heat

Sleep like a log “Many people have no idea how comfortable their spare bed is, so I always suggest you ‘road test’ it to discover any lumps or bumps or comfort issues,” says Helen Johnson, from The Fine Bedding Company (finebedding.co.uk), which sells a washable Spundown range, including pillows and duvets.. “A new mattress enhancer or topper may be all that’s needed, which is cheaper than replacing a mattress but can mimic a new bed feel. Next, check care labels on filled duvets and pillows to see if they can be machine-washed at home.

Feather and down duvets and those without guidance labels need to be professionally cleaned. Finally, give pillows and duvets a good shake before dressing the bed,” she adds, “to even out the filling and return their plumpness.”

Introduce hotel chic It’s the little things in life that count, and kitting out a room with a few practical items - like a mirror, a side table, or an extra chair - can make all the difference. Guests will feel comfortable and cared for, almost like being at a hotel. “A pile of clean towels (preferably that have been given 10 minutes in the tumble dryer on the day guests arrive, so they’re fluffed up and fresh) tied up with ribbon will help create an inviting atmosphere,” advises Johnson. “Fill a ‘just in case’ basket with essentials, like mini-toiletries, a toothbrush, hairbrush, shower cap - things that are all to easy to forget in the rush of packing presents and clothes. Provide a spare mobile phone charger and your home Wi-Fi code written on a postcard as well.”

Wow with wallpaper “Adding a feature wall is an affordable and easy update that will certainly deliver a boutique feel,” says Alex Whitecroft from iwantwallpaper.co.uk.

“Wallpapering just one wall is often easier and quicker than people think - it can definitely be done in a day, and there’s no need to worry about patterns not lining up at corners. Less paper also means less money. Guest rooms need to make people feel welcome and appeal to varied tastes, so choosing wallpapers that won’t overpower an overall design scheme is good advice. Metallics are 96 JANUARY 2019

“Under-bed storage allows for lots of extra space in a bedroom, and a storage pouffe is another solution.

Make sure they contain spare blankets or extra throws, as people can feel colder in other people’s homes, and don’t forget spare pillows,” says Sue Brodie, head of creative design at holiday homes specialists Willerby (willerby.com), who also advises checking that the room’s windows can open and testing radiators to ensure they work. “All rooms, no matter what size, should have a focal point, as this anchors the space - normally the bed in a spare room,” she adds. “Use colour or pattern behind the bed, so that it’s not distracting or sleep disturbing, and minimise the clutter for a serene and balanced space.”

Spoil the spare “If a room isn’t regularly used make sure it’s well aired and add a room fragrance candle or diffuser,” advises Johnson.“A new lamp, cushion or rug can be all that’s needed to give a room a lift and provide a touch of luxury. It’s all about making people feel they have a sanctuary where they can retreat and relax as well as sleep.”

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Winter Warmers

Follow Gabrielle Fagan’s guide for giving rooms an extra cosy touch

Wooden Carnival Star, £16.50, Cox & Cox

or two will help keep feet toasty. Switch summer throws for something warmer - like fleece, velvet or wool - and you’ve got a sofa that’s perfect for sinking into after a long day.

Let it glow A combination of candlelight, mirrors and glass will reflect and accentuate any natural light available and help banish the gloom of winter. In the evenings, turn lights down low and create an intimate atmosphere with seasonal lights, lamps and twinkling candlelight - and the flickering flames of the fire, if you’re lucky enough to have one.

Arabella Soft Pink Cushion, £35, Ragged Rose

Colour it in

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older weather getting you down? You’re not alone. Shorter days and darker evenings inevitably leave us craving a large dose of cosy and warm, inviting rooms to retreat to, which become comforting sanctuaries at this time of year.

Need to feather your nest? Frankly, there’s no need for fuss or faff - just a few style tweaks, and maybe a sprinkling of room treats, will work magic.

Follow these six easy steps to snug...

Snuggle up Scandi-style “I love that Scandi look, which is about pleasing the senses with calm colours that soothe the mind, and textures that you just want to touch,” says Nadia McCowan Hill, resident style advisor, Wayfair.

“Go for chunky knits, soft sheepskin and natural wood. It’s all about adding depth of tones and comfort to this texture story. Don’t forget to add a scented candle - notes of cinnamon, clove and orange are seasonal - and play peaceful music. Sit back and enjoy the peace!”

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“Turn up the cosy stakes in a living room by embracing exotic colour, for a carnival-style festive glow that’s fun and funky,” says McCowan Hill.

“Rich, bright shades will bring warmth to any interior, and you can ramp up the rainbow effect with scatter cushions and accessories. A pair of jewel-toned velvet curtains will revamp a draughty window and are a great way of shutting out an icy chill.”

Pick up on pink and pom-poms There are pops of pink and pom-poms aplenty in the shops right now, perfect for adding that final soft - and quirky - touch.

Tweedmill Pure New Wool Fishbone Knee Lap Blanket, Chocolate, £28, Hurn & Hurn

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Top Sofa Trends for 2019 Rebecca Snowden, Interior Style Advisor at Furniture Choice, shares 5 sofa trends that are set to be big for the upcoming season

Classic, simple shapes Minimalist furniture and decor has never gone out of style, and with the ongoing focus on mindfulness and the perennial chic of the signature clean Scandinavian aesthetic, this look is going to keep going strong in 2019. “It’s all about going back to basics, with classic and versatile designs,” says Rebecca.

“The aim here is to create a space that’s pared back, yet thoughtful - think strong lines and structured silhouettes. For instance, a modern sofa in classic black leather will lend a cool, yet welcoming feel to the living room. The focus here is a strong centrepiece – go for simple yet bold shapes for a look that’s both classic and interesting.

This will really shine when paired with eye-catching, contemporary décor. Opting for a leather finish lends a sophisticated look that’s both versatile and easy to maintain, making it a great foundation that’ll never go out of style.”

Natural textures and linen The movement towards natural textures and materials in the home is also about creating a welcome retreat from hectic, modern life. Whether it’s bringing greenery indoors or experimenting with wood finishing, this trend works across many styles and homes - from rustic and tropical to airy and Scandinavian.

“The growth of natural fabrics such as linen reflects an ongoing shift towards sustainability,” says Rebecca. “Linen is a versatile, durable material, with both cooling and warming qualities depending on the weather. This makes it a great choice for a comfy, stylish sofa all year round, and as an added bonus, its signature finish creates both visual and tactile texture in a space. With its soft beige and oatmeal shades, a linen sofa pairs up well with elements like indoor plants, rattan and wood for a tranquil, relaxed vibe in the home.”

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Luxurious velvet Now for something entirely different - often considered the epitome of luxury and timeless style, velvet reigns supreme as one of the top trends this season. For this latest interpretation, velvet manages to be both retro and modern - think classic Chesterfield sofas updated in bold jewel tones, and modern sofas made cosier with this soft, gleaming fabric.

“Velvet sofas are designed to make a statement in the living room,”says Rebecca. “A velvet sofa in a dark colour such as blue or red anchors a light, neutral room and gives it a dramatic contrast. When set against a darker background, such as a grey or black wall, it can add a luxurious, plush pop of colour.”

“A stylish way to introduce colour and glamour to a space, this finish absolutely shines in an airy, casually elegant space, and also works when playing with darker tones for a punchy, transformative look,” Rebecca says. “In terms of texture, velvet beautifully complements other fabrics and finishes, such as knits and furs, making it easy to entirely change the look and feel of a space, depending on the rugs, pillows and other decor.”

Art Deco influence A look that has inspired countless home makeovers and DIYs, Art Deco returns with a chic new look for 2019 - and we predict that it is here to stay.

“Colour and contrast are set to be key players in this modern revival,” Rebecca says. “This approach is a perfect way to highlight statement furniture such as Art-Deco inspired sofas – offset cool tones like grey against rich blues for a calm and chic interior.”

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“This trend also celebrates the notion that more is more when it comes to decorating, truly embracing maximalist tendencies. Pick out an Art Deco-inspired sofa with graceful curves and tapered legs for a polished look, before layering it with bold hues, prints, and finishes. The result is an space that’s full of personality, and yet will never go out of style.”

“It’s easy for this look to get a little overwhelming, so it’s also good to start off in small doses through printed pillows, or wall art. The beauty of Art Deco is its ability to dazzle as an accent or as a full-blown theme – in smaller doses, it luxes up mid-century and modern Scandi interiors, but it also works for a high-impact, glamorous feel at home.”

Clever Detailing And lastly, details – they can define a trend or add a final flourish to a space. “With the enthusiasm for bolder looks on the rise, interesting details are definitely here to stay,” Rebecca says. “Elements like ruching and rolled edges give an extra boost of refinement to furniture especially sofas, highlighting fine workmanship and adding interest.”

“A great middle ground between distinctive looks like the maximalism of Art Deco and Scandi minimalism, playing with a range of smart, stylish details is a clever way to spruce up an interior. A sofa with interesting details is a quiet statementmaker, a classic that will always stay chic.”

“This trend is incredibly versatile and transferable across a variety of interiors – experiment with timeless classics like button-back cushions and brass legs, to modern touches such as contrasting piping and unique silhouettes.”

“With the enthusiasm for bolder looks on the rise, interesting details are definitely here to stay”

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Beautiful Bathrooms Stow Tall Boy

Chester Double

Stow Tall Boy Combining a cool and contemporary aesthetic with a tall and sharp shape, our Stow Bathroom Tallboy is a smart storage centre ideal for bathrooms or even hallways. The unit’s two central shelves offer a wonderful opportunity to display fancy toiletries and candles, whilst two large cupboards, top and bottom, are convenient for hiding unsightly bathroom clutter. A compact drawer is handy for storing smaller items, such as cotton buds and makeup. Easy to slot into small spaces, wherever you choose to place the Tallboy it’s guaranteed to add a fresh and modern angle. www.noaandnani.co.uk

CHESTER DOUBLE The Chester vanity proves that practicality and elegance can co-exist within one considered design.

Ample storage is achieved with a large open shelf.

Vanity includes; base unit painted in moher, carrara stone & basin(s) as standard. Taps, knobs, mirrors &

River Thames Bathroom Suite, Vintage Reclaimed Wood Furniture

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Knightsbridge Bath

lights all sold separately. www.porterbathroom.com

Knightsbridge Bath Luxury twin skinned double ended freestanding bath with a matt aluminium finish. www.frontlinebathrooms.co.uk

“The Chester vanity proves that practicality and elegance can co-exist within one considered design” River Thames Bathroom Suite, Vintage Reclaimed Wood Furniture This eye-catching reclaimed wood bathroom suite is available with sink vanity, Wall cabinet, Tall dresser and mirror and drawer cabinet, its constructed from reclaimed oak and teak timber used from old boat wood. This is a solid reclaimed with planks from Eco friendly boat wood. The battered look offers a vintage style, whilst the modern day design is built to perfection with original, unique patina. The recycled wood we use is from vintage shipping boats in Bali - its eco-friendly, looks fantastic, and also helps to reduce the carbon footprint associated with tree-felling and deforestation. Smither’s bathroom Units are handcrafted, offers a good amount of storage, is totally unique thanks to its repurposed materials and will add bags of retro charm to your bathroom. Sporting traditional, vintage mid century panels, the cabinet is an intense and solid design that compliments many other pieces in this range, resulting in an absolutely stunning bathroom suite. www.smithersofstamford.com

FINISHING TOUCHES: Curve Display Shelf Adeluxe range of bathroom furniture crafted from a unique mixture of Quartz and Limestone and a premium matt finish. Choose from the Bath Companion, Cube, Display Shelf and Display Unit – all designed with simple yet sleek curves to elegantly frame your accessories. www.watersbaths.co.uk

Organic Cotton Bath Mat A delightfully luxurious waffle weave bath mat designed to complement a modern, minimal bathroom scheme, whilst still bringing softness and comfort.

The mat can easily be hung from the integral strap. www.whiteblackgrey.co.uk

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TILE STYLE

We showcase some of our favourite tiles on the market to give your bathroom the perfect finish

Luxury Marble Effect Tiles Formentera Geo Grey Formentera range offers a vast array of design possibilities. This tile can be used individually or mixed with other coordinating tiles in the range.

For a patterned combination, mix with any of the following: Formentera Aged White, Formentera Geo Blue, Formentera Petal Blue, Formentera Petal Grey, Formentera Trellis Blue or Formentera Trellis Grey. You can also pick all the blue or all the grey designs and mix them together for a truly stylish and unique look. www.tilegiant.co.uk

Get the luxurious look of marble for less with our range of ceramic and porcelain marble effect tiles. Choose from a selection of natural colours with matt or glossy finishes, perfect for a stylish bathroom, kitchen or living space. www.londontile.co.uk

Black Salon Porcelain Tiles Made from durable porcelain, these Salon Porcelain Tiles are black in colour, which exudes a luxurious and high quality finish. They can be used on both walls and floors, and are large format, which is a growing trend - particularly on wall spaces. They’re also suitable for use with underfloor heating. Full size sample tiles available with Free Delivery. www.wallsandfloors.co.uk

Original Style Tileworks Steel Midnight Blue Midnight Blue is Original Styles Tile of the Year 2019. This tile encourages the embrace of darkness.

Its deep, rich colour tones provide a sense of indulgence and its size and drama creates an absolutely stunning visual. www.originalstyle.com 106 JANUARY 2019

Antique mirror bevelled wall tiles These tiles have an aged affect.

A Victorian (brick size) Antique mirrored tile with a bevelled edge.

These tiles can be used in any room in your house including the bathroom. They add sparkle and glamour as well as offer a useful reflective mirror surface. Although it can be used in the bathroom, we do not recommend its use in areas such as wet rooms or shower enclosures. They look great on their own or around mirrors or even mixed in a mosaic with other type of tiles. www.my-furniture.co.uk

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Salenco,

Totteridge Common, London N20

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alenco is a beautifully presented Victorian semi-detached family home dating back to 1895 and located in a private location within Totteridge Common, N20. This iconic property has been lovingly modernised and re-modelled by the current owners to a high standard throughout and can be offered on a chain free basis.

Accommodation comprises: 5 Bedrooms; 3 Bathrooms; 3 Receptions.

This charming family home is located in the idyllic setting of Totteridge Common which is surrounded by open greenbelt countryside offering some beautiful local walks and views. Within easy access is Whetstone with a selection of shops and a number of superb restaurants. Totteridge & Whetstone Underground Station (Northern Line), Oakleigh Park and Mill Hill Broadway mainline stations are all within easy distance.

Price ÂŁ2,250,000

Please contact the Totteridge Office 020 844 3694

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From Cottages to Country Estates FOR OUR EXTENSIVE RANGE OF PROPERTIES FOR SALE, PLEASE VISIT WWW.STATONS.COM

Brookmans Park

£3,000,000

Joint Sole Agents Brand new detached house 6 Bedrooms 4 bathrooms Cinema room South West facing garden in excess of 220 sqft Underfloor heating

neW Homes 020 8441 9555

Hadley Wood

£1,250,000

Spaciously Planning Chalet Bungalow 4 Bedrooms 2 Reception Rooms 2 Bathrooms West Facing Rear Garden Off Street Parking

Hadley Wood office 020 8440 9797

arkley

£995,000

Detached 5 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Receptions Kitchen/Breakfast Room Conservatory Utility Room Garage

Barnet office 020 8449 3383

elstree

£1,700,000

Sole Agents Detached 5 Bedrooms Open Plan Living Large Rear Garden with Swim Spa Quiet Cul-Du-Sac Location Close to Amenities

radlett office 01923 604321

radlett

£1,100,000

Sole Agents Chalet Bungalow 3 Bedrooms 2 Receptions 3 Bathroom Spacious Landscaped Garden Modern Appliances Throughout Immaculate Condition

radlett office 01923 604321

Potters Bar

£699,000

Semi-Detached Family Home 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Receptions Recently Fitted Kitchen South Facing Rear Garden Integral Garage Close to Train Station & Amenities

Brookmans Park office 01707 661144

Brookmans Park

£1,650,000

Detached Family Home 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Kitchen/Breakfast Room 3 Reception Rooms Study Gated Carriage Driveway Integral Garage South Facing Rear Garden

Brookmans Park office 01707 661144

Hadley Wood

£1,100,000

Spacious & Well Extended Detached Bungalow 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Secluded Rear Garden South Facing Views Onto Hadley Woods Scope For Further Development

Hadley Wood office 020 8440 9797

oakWood

Prices from £375,000

Sole Agents Available with Help To Buy Scheme Just 5 Brand New 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments Private Balconies or Private Gardens 10 min walk to Oakwood Tube station

neW Homes 020 8441 9555

SaleS OfficeS at: BaRNet 020 8449 3383 tOtteRiDGe 020 8445 3694 HaDleY WOOD 020 8440 9797 BROOKMaNS PaRK 01707 661144 RaDlett 01923 604321 NeW HOMeS SHOWcaSe HaDleY GReeN 020 8441 9555 PReMieR lettiNGS HaDleY GReeN 020 8441 9796

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NORTHIam, WOODSIDE PaRk, N12 A three bedroom, three reception room semi-detached family home situated close to Woodridge Primary School and well located for Woodside Park Underground station. Available chain free!

£1,000,000 FH

THE OWNERS LOVE ”It’s fantastic that the kids could walk to school, Woodridge is only 5 minutes away, and the tube is only 7 minutes away” ”The garden is great even in the winter, it’s full of flowers. The computerised irrigation system helps” ”It’s a solid house, in nearly 50 years we’ve never had a problem” WE’VE NOTICED There is substantial extension potential with the possibility of extending into the loft space, to the side and to the rear.

Green open space is close at hand with Totteridge and Riverside walk both close by.

EPC Rating: D

Contact Sophie Henry at our Barnet office on 020 8440 2444 martyngerrard.co.uk

ORCHaRD aVENuE, FINCHLEy CENTRaL, N3 An extended six bedroom, four bathroom, three reception room detached family home. The property offers ample living accommodation and off street parking.

£2,000,000 FREEHOLD

THE OWNERS LOVE “The road is beautiful, being leafy and tree lined” “All of our six bedrooms are a great size and are considered doubles” “The neighbourhood is very friendly and family filled” WE’VE NOTICED The house falls in the catchment area of Akiva School. Orchard Avenue is in close proximity of places of worship (Kinloss) and transport links (A406).

EPC Rating: E

Contact Scott Henderson at our Finchley Central office on 020 8346 0102 martyngerrard.co.uk

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Edit Residential over and above LONDON HOUSE

Edit Residential enjoy impressive success with its latest award winning development in St Albans

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ondon House, an exclusive development of 11 private one, two and three bedroom apartments set on London Road, a desirable St Albans location, is a prime example of a truly successful new homes development. The unique development, created

by Edit Residential, was sold completely off-plan without the developer having to commence full marketing.

St Albans based Edit Residential created London House to showcase impressive design, quality of finish and attention to detail.

Shane Aherne, Co-founder of Edit Residential, comments: “A key element of its success is that we challenged expectations by taking a precise approach in every detail to create a fully considered scheme. We believe this to be the best development in St Albans.

“Our ethos is to consider every element of a development down to the smallest detail” With all our projects we look to partner with industry leading consultants in order to make truly unique developments that are relevant to their context and local demand, rather than simply regurgitate the pastiche buildings that we all see far too often. On London House, we appointed interior designers SAY Architects to design the communal spaces with the emphasis on creating a boutique hotel feel, whilst also scoping the finishing palette for the apartments. We were also delighted to work alongside award winning John Davies Landscapes to design an exceptional garden which really takes the development to the next level.

Our ethos is to consider every element of a development down to the smallest detail, which we hope is evident in the success of London House.

The team believed we had created something special, but the amount of positive feedback from St Albans locals and new buyers really cemented our pride in the project. As St Albans residents ourselves we sincerely believe that we have raised the standard for future developments in the area.

Edit Residential have gone above and beyond with a truly well thought out development. It is evident that a high level of thought has been implemented with bespoke features such as a builtin barbeque and separate firepit, individual storage sheds and garden allotments, instant hot water taps and Duravit fittings throughout.

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The apartments themselves have been created with the same in-depth consideration. Featuring trendy, sleek finishes, from the bronze external cladding and timber fins to the German matt black kitchens and a colour palette throughout that is timeless and elegant, ultimately enhanced by large floor to ceiling glazing which maximise natural light.

London House is now complete. Richard and Angela Bird, the original landowners of the London House development, commented: “We had been looking to downsize for some time but we still wanted to stay in the same location. The opportunity to work with Edit provided us with the perfect solution, the exact apartment that we wanted in the exact same location. We also benefited from being able to have an input into the design and we are delighted with the finished article.”

Edit Residential is now focusing on a range of other projects. “We are looking forward to ensuring all our upcoming projects are as successful as London House. We actively look to work with landowners to maximise the value of their land and our aim is to focus on creating innovative, strategic development across London and the UK.” comments Mr Aherne.

considerably increase the end value within ambitious timescales.

Arcane evolved through our engagement of leading architects Studio Givanni to spearhead the design. This helped to achieve a successful planning permission for a specular 12,500sqft home with a finished value in excess of £6m. The Land is for sale for more information please contact Chris Ryall on 01727 582050 or email: c.ryall@editresidential.com

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ARCANE

Arcane is a successful example of our bespoke Land Promotion Agreement.

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e believed there was development potential for the site - it consisted of an existing property situated in a fantastic location in the Outer Loudwater Conservation Area, set in mature woodland and with excellent views across the Chess Valley.

In projects of this nature we work closely with the owners to form a partnership, keeping them fully informed every step of the way. The cost and risk involved with obtaining planning and a successfully granted development sits with EDIT Residential. The owner will always achieve no less than the market value for their property, while we utilise our expertise and professionalism to

• Face recognition entry system • Car lift & Car gallery • Passenger lift • Luxury swimming pool, gym, wellbeing room, golf simulator, staff accommodation

A brief summary: • It’s been designed by a flagship Architect Gian Givanni, Ex Rogers Stirk Harbour and Partners (www.rsh-p.com) • 12,500 sq ft of Prime Residential Space including, pool, gym, car lift and state of the art technology • Plot for sale at £2,500,000 and EDIT Residential can subsequently be instructed to construct the property on behalf of the purchaser.

• This approach generates substantial Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) savings of between £420,000 (for first time buyer) and £515,000 (if it is a second home) • The property as a ‘finished product’ has been valued at £6,000,000 • Grand Designs are also interested to run a feature subject to the purchasers request See dedicated website for further information www.edit-arcane.com

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Inspirational, Innovative & Exciting Projects

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DIT Residential were founded in 2012 and are now recognised as a market leader for their inspirational, innovative and exciting projects.

Their success over the last six years has meant that this young and forward thinking business is set to provide planning for several hundred new homes in 2019.

Ranging from boutique developments of several dwellings to cutting edge structures and high rise towers in regeneration towns, EDIT Residential are a business to watch over the next few years. www.editresidential.com

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MORE LAND REQUIRED We are actively seeking opportunities to partner with land owners in London and the Home Counties. If you are unsure whether your land has development potential, EDIT Residential will be delighted to answer that question.

Whether you have a residential dwelling, garden land, paddock land, outbuildings, derelict buildings, commercial units, commercial land or garaging, we would be keen to speak with you.

EDIT Residential have created bespoke frameworks that allow land owners the opportunity to maximise value at no cost or exposure. Our highly qualified chartered architects, quantity surveyors and sales experts have a superb track record in achieving planning.

An appraisal of your land will be informative and free of charge. Please contact Christopher Ryall to arrange a free, no obligation appointment; 01727 582050 c.ryall@editresidential.com

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