Life Magazines (Hertfordshire editions) July 2018

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

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he most astonishing cars ever produced, a line-up of world-famous luxury brands, and one of the UK’s most beautiful historic settings.

That’s the very successful recipe for the world-famous Concours of Elegance, which is coming to Hampton Court Palace from 31st August – 2 September.

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

The Championship spans three continents and takes in the world’s greatest cities including Paris, Monaco, Madrid, Miami Beach, Shanghai, Rome and Doha, Qatar. Spectacular world class sport and entertainment across seventeen international events.

BBC Countryfile Live, the best summer day out in the UK is returning to Blenheim Palace for the third year in a row.

Four days of live arena shows, hands-on activities, farm-animal demonstrations, debates, food, drink and shopping from over 500 independent retailers and lifestyle brands, the show brings together everything there is to cherish about the British countryside, in the grounds of the famous stately home in Oxfordshire.

Claridge’s, London’s legendary Mayfair hotel, has long been known for its’ inspiring menus, legendary parties and spirit of hospitality and now, invites gourmands down into the hotel’s hallowed kitchens to perfect their recipe repertoire from Executive Chef Martyn Nail who has been at the helm for more than 30 years.

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21 & 22 JULY

Great British Food Festival More than ‘just another food festival’, The Great British Food Festival combines the nation’s love of great food and drink with some of the country’s most treasured locations, providing a unique opportunity to explore new flavours and beautiful venues, all at the same time! The Great British Food Festival at Knebworth will be situated right next to the fantastic house. Your ticket to the event also includes the adventure playground, with zip wire, bouncy castle and new interactive splash-play water features; the dinosaur trail and 28 acre formal gardens including a maze.

Knebworth House, Knebworth, Hertfordshire SG1 2AX

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Rock at the Castle This well-established free music festival takes place in the grounds of Hertford Castle. Four music stages surround the Castle where live bands, musicians and acoustic acts play to the public. From Rock to Folk, Indie to Pop, this music festival has something for everyone. Food stalls and pop up bar available for refreshments.

Free Entry, donations welcome. 12.30pm- 7.30pm.

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Notting Hill at Ashridge House - Outdoor Cinema Notting Hill ... when Hugh Grant meets Julie Roberts. A brilliant Richard Curtis script and brilliantly supported by Rhys Ifans, James Draper and the wonderful Emma Chambers.

Bring your friends and family, bring a picnic and we’ll provide the FREE popcorn! Tickets now on sale for this exclusive event at Ashridge House.

Ashridge House, Berkhamsted ,Hertfordshire HP4 1NS

Classic Car & Vintage Day at Mill Green Museum and Mill A day of fun and nostalgia. Gleaming classic cars, live music from Jeep Jump Jive and talented singer Lianna Haynes. Lindy Hop demonstrations by Jive Swing who invite you to learn a few moves too! Vintage style refreshments, Pimms tent and ice cream. Get into the spirit of the day and come along in vintage dress! 12noon - 5pm Mill Green Mill & Museum, Hertfordshire AL9 5PD

14 july

Entertaining Stortford Walk Find out more about the history of Bishop’s Stortford on one of our guided walks. All walks start at Rhodes Arts Complex and typically last for one to one and half hours. Find out about all of the past theatres, cinemas and clubs in Bishop’s Stortford. 11am. themuseum: Rhodes Arts Complex, 1-3 South Road, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire CM23 3JG

14 july

Theatre Organ Concert David Ivory - Popular East Anglian Organist. His concert this year will include a musical tour of the animal kingdom.

St Albans Organ Theatre, 320 Camp Road, St Albans Hertfordshire AL1 5PE

28 july

Big Day Out Hemel Hempstead Big Day Out is a family friendly, multi-genre music festival that originated in Maidstone, Kent.

The event has seen the likes of Louisa Johnson, Diversity, Reggie N Bollie and more perform live on our Main Stage whilst Peppa Pig, Mr Bloom, Paw Patrol and many more performed for the little ones around the festival site.

Leighton Buzzard Road, Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire HP1 1DN

31 july, 2,7 & 9 august

Ashridge Estate Ashridge Adventurers Join us for either a morning or afternoon session of led family activities and crafts. Learn more about Ashridge’s animals and plants while exploring the estate.

Our education team will be running twice weekly outdoor activity sessions during the summer holidays.

Ashridge Estate, Moneybury Hill, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire HP4 1LX

10-12 august

Meraki Festival A three-day interactive music festival with a lineup of top live music acts including All Saints, 10cc, Nik Kershaw, Pixie Lott, Judge Jules, Tall Paul, plus many more, across three stages. We’re family-friendly, with lots to keep the little ones entertained, and we have a range of special features and creative spaces around the festival for everyone to enjoy. The activities at Meraki are all-inclusive – once you’re through the gates, you can enjoy all of our festival features for no extra cost. Activities include Europe’s largest inflatable water slide, roller disco, cinema, laser tag, caving and much more!

Herts County Showground, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 7PT

13 & 15 JULY

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15 JULY

Hertford Castle’s Teddy Bears’ Picnic Children can take along a teddy, join in a bear hunt, teddy bear parade and arena activities. A live brass band will perform for visitors and Hertford Castle will be open to the public. Free water activities will be running on the River Lea for children and adults to take part in. 12pm-4pm.

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21 JULY

Ashridge Estate - Big Camp at Ashridge Estate An exciting evening out for all! A chance to camp for one night at Ashridge and take part in a number of different family activities. Back by popular demand, we are once again offering families the special opportunity to sleep under the stars at Ashridge. There will be a range of outdoor activities on offer for your entire family to enjoy. Booking on 01442 851227. Dogs on leads welcome. Pitches will be in the meadow behind the visitor centre.

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

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he most astonishing cars ever produced, Palace of Holyroodhouse in 2015, back to Windsor a line-up of world-famous luxury in 2016 and then finding itself a semi-permanent brands, and one of the UK’s most home at Hampton Court Palace in 2017, where it beautiful historic settings. That’s the very returns this year. As the Concours of Elegance has successful recipe for the world-famous Concours evolved over the years – always with a stunning of Elegance, which is coming to Hampton Court collection of cars at its heart – it has morphed into Palace from 31st August – 2 September. a celebration of luxury goods, fine food and drink, Presented by luxury watchmakers, A. Lange & wonderful music and superb displays of art.

Söhne, the Concours of Elegance first began at But it’s worth spending a bit of time focusing Windsor Castle in 2012, as the only motoring on the cars: the line-up is a veritable feast event ever to have been granted access to of the most famous brands in the the secretive and idyllic Quadrant. world; Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Bugatti Since then, the event has grown, and Lamborghini all feature. But READER hosted at St James’s Palace in 2013, each car in the Concours must be OFFER: Hampton Court Palace in 2014, the invited to attend, and in order to get 2-4-1 get an invitation, your car must tickets be extremely special. An expert Concours of Elegance Steering Committee of motoring aficionados pick one-offs, rarities and models with incredible backstories to invite to Hampton Court Palace to create a truly special line-up of vehicles.

On display is an impeccable 1912 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost ‘Taj Mahal’, originally owned by the Maharaja of Nabha, featuring a special tropical electrical system, specified for its first role in life as a demonstrator for the Bombay Rolls-Royce sales office. Then there’s the 1935 Bugatti Type 57 Atalante Prototype, one of three currently known to exist. With its original body panels and engine, this 83-year-old car has covered less than 27,000km since new.

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

The line-up continues into the more modern era, too, with Jaguar’s 200mph ‘90s supercar, the XJ220 – one of just 281 built – and the 2018 Ferrari GTC4 Lusso ‘Tailor Made’. In fact, the standard of cars is so high that there is no judging panel – just securing a place in Hampton Court Palace is an enormous achievement itself. Instead, the owners of the cars themselves vote on which they deem to be the most elegant.

In total, nearly 1000 cars will gather in the Palace grounds over the weekend, as a selection of vintage Jaguars competes for the Jaguar Trophy, and modern and classic Bentleys fight it out for the Bentley Trophy. The Royal Automobile Club Trophy sees a gathering of the UK’s finest car clubs, from Rolls-Royce, Ferrari, Aston Martin, entering their finest vehicles for an opportunity to in a muchvaunted place among the Main Concours in the 2019 event.

All of these cars provide a unique atmosphere for a whole host of luxury experiences at Concours of Elegance, including three-course luxury picnics from Tom Aikens. The Tom’s Kitchen Deli British picnics – totally UK-sourced and locally produced – include charcuterie, cheese, fresh bread and strawberries. Visitors also have a range of other

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hospitality choices, including three-course silver service lunch, afternoon tea and a champagne reception by Taittinger.

There’s the opportunity for a bit of luxury shopping, too, with pop-up boutiques from the likes of fine horologists A. Lange & Söhne and their intricately crafted German timepieces. You’ll also find fashion brands, including Lock & Co Hatters and Henry Poole, and arthouses like Collier Dobson.

As if all of that’s not enough, your entry ticket to the Concours of Elegance also guarantees you access to Hampton Court Palace, the State Rooms and the Maze.

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

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he Championship spans three continents and takes in the world’s greatest cities including Paris, Monaco, Madrid, Miami Beach, Shanghai, Rome and Doha, Qatar.

Spectacular world class sport and entertainment across seventeen international events. The Tour kicked off its 13th season in the spectacular destination of Mexico City in March, with a new addition to the sport of show jumping coming this December, the GC Playoffs.

The Tour offers some of the most explosive

and exciting competition of any equestrian series.

Olympic, World and Continental Champions and members of the London 2012 Olympic Games gold medal team will battle fiercely for the title of overall season Champion of Champions 2018 and the lion’s share of the bonus prize fund.

The UK leg of the Championship race is held in the spectacular Royal Hospital Chelsea. Founded by King Charles II over 300 years ago, it has provided care and comradeship for veterans, known the world over as the Chelsea Pensioners. This unique location

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Jodie Kidd and Olympic medallist Victoria Pendleton enjoy the show

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also plays host to the world famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show each year. World class show jumping will take place on the South Grounds which lead down to the River Thames with the breathtaking backdrop of the heritage buildings designed by Sir Christopher Wren.

The UK has a strong equestrian community with millions riding and following the top British show jumpers as they compete around the world. The London event on the Longines Global Champions Tour calendar will be the 13th event on the circuit, coming at a key stage in the 2018 season when the ranking battle will be at full throttle. The top horses and riders in the world will be in action on Friday, Saturday and Sunday of the event, with the first round of the GCL London taking place on Friday.

Saturday will see the GCL London final and the LGCT Grand Prix of London, and Sunday will see a final day of top sport with a thrilling jump off class to finish.

Available to watch live online via GC TV and on Eurosport or national networks, millions of people tune in or visit our events each year to enjoy thrilling action from the world’s premier show jumping series, featuring the biggest stars in the sport.​Head over to www.gcglobalchampions.com for more information.

Enjoy a world-class VIP experience with exclusive access to competitors and the action...

VIP Hospitality provides an elegant, yet relaxed social setting where guests can enjoy world-class equestrian sport and privileged access to the sport’s stars. Exclusive behind-thescenes experiences, including ‘live’ course walks with the athletes and the chance to go back stage to see the equine stars at the stables, are unmissable opportunities.

GC Club delivers high quality hospitality with attentive service from breakfast to lunch and from afternoon tea to dinner. Guests enjoy a full day of culinary specialities, authentically and creatively reflecting local cuisine and delivered with the passion of GC Club. A beautiful and unique setting to entertain important clients or to enjoy the highest level of equestrian sport with family and friends from the comfort of your ringside seating.

Enjoy wonderful hospitality at this historic and iconic venue in the heart of London at Royal Hospital Chelsea.

Book your dedicated table with ringside seating and food and beverage throughout the day in the GC Hospitality Lounge by contacting gcglobalchampions.com/hospitality Or buy tickets in the new GC Champions Lounge on ticketmaster.co.uk

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R ock F or H eroe s Fundraising in support of Help for Heroes, Radlett Centre, 13 July 2018

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re you ready to ROCK! Immerse yourself in the incredible new live music experience with Rock For Heroes.

Bringing the perfect combination of your favourite Rock & Pop artist across the eras, in celebration of an incredible cause Help for Heroes.

We will be collecting for this amazing cause, after every show. Performed by a full live rock band and superb singers, It’s the must see show of the year.

With music from artists such as Dire Straits, Status Quo, Queen, David Bowie, Madonna, Spandau Ballet, Bryan Adams, Elton John, Simple Minds and so many more. You won’t see a bad wig here, this isn’t a tribute act this is simply paying tribute, the best way we can to the legends in music.

Be part of Rock For Heroes.

Radlett Centre, 13th July 2018 7.30pm. Tickets £22, call the box office on 01923 859291. www.radlettcentre.co.uk

‘A Fantastic Production……

Everyone who attended danced the night away and sang every song’ – Harbour FM

‘If you’ve missed this you’ve missed a treat’ – St Georges Theatre

‘Absolutely Amazing performance. Loved every minute of it’ – Mansfield Palace

‘What a fantastic show. An exceptional group of talented musicians and singers!’

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The Mill Hill Peter Collinson Heritage Garden

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his garden was inaugurated on the 250th anniversary of the death of the plant collector & botanist, Peter Collinson F.R.S., 1694-1768, who lived here in the original ‘Ridge Way House’.

Mill Hill school’s top terrace, with its ancient trees, owes its origins to the life-long work of Peter Collinson, a foremost member of the 18th -century ‘transatlantic natural history exchange’. Now recognised as one of the formative influences on Britain’s landscape. A representative selection of the plants and flowers which he introduced to English gardening from across the world is now planted here, alongside his many trees.

The objective of the garden is to enhance the enjoyment of visitors, pupils, parents, Old Millhillians, and the growing fraternity of garden enthusiasts, as well as to benefit the education of all schools within the Mill Hill School Foundation.

The project has been supported by the Foundation’s Head, Mrs Frances King & the Court of Governors, as well as by the Old Millhillians Club, and the Linnean Society, and in association with the Mill Hill Preservation Society. The project team comprises Dr Russell Cowan (OM 1958-63); Trevor Chilton (former Head of Biology and Housemaster, Collinson House (1978-2009); Roderick Braithwaite (OM 1945-1950); & Sam Baldock (Assistant Head, Academic), Mill Hill School).

“The Heritage Garden is a thrilling culmination of a 40-year personal interest in the life and work

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of Peter Collinson, which was stimulated by seeing a cedar tree, allegedly planted by his friend Carl Linnaeus, in the grounds of Mill Hill School when I arrived in 1978 as a young Biology teacher. As I learned of his wide network of “brothers of the spade”, notably in North America, I determined to plant trees in the grounds which had been originally introduced through these connections and was proud to be appointed as House Master to the boarding house which bears Collinson’s name. It has given me great pleasure to work with friends and colleagues, notably, Roddy Braithwaite and Russell Cowan (Old Millhillians) and John Living, president of the Mill Hill Preservation Society towards giving Peter Collinson the local recognition he so thoroughly deserves.” – Trevor Chilton, Teacher at Mill Hill School 1978-2009 “We are delighted to be celebrating the life of Peter Collinson, a very special local resident from the 18th century. We are pleased through the opening of the Collinson Garden to recognise his contribution to botany. Through celebrating this anniversary we have the opportunity to revive an interest within the Foundation in both the beautiful environment we are able to enjoy and in developing links beyond Mill Hill.” – Frances King, Head The Mill Hill School Foundation is an independent school, educating boys and girls aged 3 to 18 years. Situated in North West London and set in over 150 acres of beautiful school grounds. www.millhill.org.uk

“The objective of the garden is to enhance the enjoyment of visitors, pupils, parents, Old Millhillians, and the growing fraternity of garden enthusiasts, as well as to benefit the education of all schools within the Mill Hill School Foundation”

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

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on’t miss this family friendly party at Hatfield House on Saturday 1st September. Following the resounding success of Classic Ibiza with Ministry of Sound in 2017, the high demand for tickets at this year’s concert at Hatfield House indicate that it will sell-out ahead of schedule. So, sign up now if you don’t want to miss The Urban Soul Orchestra, DJ Goldierocks and a host of live vocalists performing some of the biggest dance tracks from the last 20 years.

The evening starts with a chill-out set where people can enjoy their picnics and a drink, or dance along as the sun fades. Then DJ Goldierocks will turn things up in the interval, getting the crowd into the mood before the USO and vocalists return to the stage to ramp things up into full, party mode. The second set last year started with Fat Boy Slim’s “Right Here Right Now” and Insomnia’s “Faithless”.

The euphoric crowd responded by getting on their feet and dancing, while the accompanying lasers turned the setting into a magical, alfresco nightclub. One classic dance track followed another and the atmosphere was electric.

This year’s set list will include a number of new tracks that are sure to thrill the crowd. To add to the excitement, at Easter concertgoers will be able to suggest their favourite dance anthems to be included in the programme on social media. More details of this will follow.

Because of the increased capacity at this year’s concert, giant screens will be positioned around the stage to ensure that everyone can soak in

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the atmosphere.

In addition to the amazing artists, what really sets Classic Ibiza apart is that it is a concert for all the family. Set in the delightful outdoor setting of Hatfield House, with easy access to transport links, concert goers can bring their own food and drink, or take advantage of numerous stalls selling high-quality street-food and refreshments. Car-parking is free (both for coaches and cars), so whether you are six or 60 you are assured of having a fantastic evening in a safe and family-friendly environment.

Lisa Ward of Revival Productions commented: “We carefully plan every aspect of Classic Ibiza to ensure that everyone that attends the concert is assured of having a truly unforgettable evening. We’ve worked with the fantastic Urban Soul Orchestra for a number of years and can guarantee that they will put on an amazing show. My team’s job is to enhance people’s experience so that they want to come back for more. Hatfield has been selected this year because of its easy access to transport links, with Hatfield station being located opposite the pedestrian entrance to the grounds. In addition, we ensure that people can get on and off the site easily, can enjoy themselves in a safe environment and don’t have to queue for ages to use the toilet!

Considering the amount of repeat bookings that we have received, our approach appears to be working. So, if you are coming and want to bring your family and friends along too, it’s advisable to book your tickets now.”

THE DETAILS Tickets: Adults: £39.50.

Children: (aged 5 –16) £17.50.

Under 5’s free.

Programme: 5:30 pm: car parks and gates open. 7:30 pm: chill-out set. 8:30 pm: interval with live DJ. 9:00 pm: dance set and laser light show. 10:15 pm: concert finishes.

For full event details and tickets visit www.classicibiza.co.uk or call the event box office on 01283 841601.

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ALL-INCLUSIVE GOLF AT ‘THE SHIRE’

ABOUT THE SHIRE LONDON • The UK’s only golf course designed by Seve Ballesteros • 27 holes including the 7,028 yard Par 72 Ballesteros Masters Course • Online tee-time booking • New website launching in May • Rated London’s #1 golf experience by online voters on reviews site Golfshake.com • Used as a corporate golf venue by many bluechip brands and leading firms in the south east • Just 30 minutes from Central London, and two minutes from M25 Jct 23 / A1 South Mimms • Located on St Albans Road, just north of Barnet. Postcode for your sat nav is EN5 4RE • 9-hole Academy course • Driving range, putting green and short game practice area • Stylish open-plan clubhouse with no dress code and Gym with separate membership • New conservatory adjoining clubhouse opened in spring 2018 • Variety of dining options plus private meeting rooms and space for events up to 300 people

The UK’s only Seve Ballesteros course Recently rated London’s #1 golf experience, The Shire London is unique in many ways.

Its spectacular Seve Ballesteros golf course sets golfers’ pulses racing, and it is forever destined to be the late Spanish maestro’s one and only gift to golfers in the UK. The club believes in removing golf ’s traditional barriers wherever possible, with no clubhouse dresscode. Its status as the home of The Golf Trust charity often creates opportunities for it to host golf events which show the sport at its most inclusive.

The Shire London’s smart, stylish and comprehensive facilities have made it one of the capital city’s leading venues for corporate golf, and the welcome is warm, genuine, unpretentious and friendly.

For the 2018 golf season The Shire London has simplified the way in which people book golf days by going all-inclusive – just like your summer holiday.

Many clubs start with a basic price, and load on extra costs for adding elements such as complimentary range balls, live scoring or a private 2 2 J U LY 2 0 1 8

dining room.

But The Shire London’s two new all-inclusive Masters Packages give golf day bookers a comprehensive events deal starting at £70 per golfer including food plus favourites such as Nearest The Pin and Longest Drive contests (with prizes) and a drinks trolley, and extras such as an exclusive room for dining and prize-giving.

The two new Masters deals, named after the club’s renowned Seve Ballesteros golf course, are open to groups of 12 or more golfers.

There’s a new Ultimate Golf Day package, cramming in every conceivable ‘extra’ for a single price of £105 per person from Monday to Thursday (£110 Fridays) for groups of more than 40 golfers.

And if you feel like taking friends and colleagues out for golf on what is traditionally the most miserable day of the week, there’s even a straightforward new ‘Monday Blues’ deal at £55 per head, including food both pre-and post-golf for groups of 16 or more.

The new all-inclusive deals are available now, until November 1st this year. See www.theshirelondon.com or call 020 8441 7649.

Photo: Andy Hiseman

“Its spectacular Seve Ballesteros golf course sets golfers’ pulses racing”

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GROUNDBREAKING new exhibition allows visitors to explore the secrets of life beneath the ocean’s waves by viewing incredible cross-sections of the animals including whales, penguins and Great White sharks, and even getting an up-close glimpse of their complex organs.

This new blockbuster exhibition comes to Europe for the first time following a sell-out tour of the US! Sea Creatures is as educational as it is entertaining and will also feature digital interactive experiences and augmented reality allowing children and adults alike to immerse themselves in an underwater world.

This exhibition is a unique, aweinspiring, eye-opening insight into the science and anatomy of sea creatures. This blockbuster exhibition is packed with 50 full body, real specimens, 150 body parts and organs and interactive digital exhibits.

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Tickets are limited and sold on a first come first served basis, so book today to avoid disappointment!

and the harm caused by plastic to the millions of species that dwell within our blue planet.

SEA CREATURES opens at the Royal Horticultural Halls, Lawrence Hall in London between July 20 and August 30, before touring the UK. Visitors will see 50 ethically sourced, real-life specimens of creatures including a Baleen Whale, Whale Shark, Great White Shark, Dolphin, Seal, Octopus, Penguin and Sting Ray on display, allowing visitors to glimpse inside the majestic beasts, learning about the complex life systems within and why we need to protect precious ocean life.

Look out for Hai Hai (meaning Sea Sea), a DOUBLE WORLD RECORD plastinate of a baby Minke whale, which is the star feature exhibit of this blockbuster exhibition. At 3.08 meters high, 6.2 metres in length, 2.55 metres in chest circumference and weighing in at 3000kg, it is an awesome sight!

Hai Hai has won two world records (the world’s first plastinated ocean Mammal; and the world’s first plastinated specimen of a whale displaying its internal organs and structure). This exhibit is a true “Spirit of The Ocean”.

The painstakingly preserved displays use the same plastination process developed by Dr. Gunther von Hagens and made famous by artist Damien Hirst, replacing fluids and soluble fats with resins and allowing us to view incredibly accurate ‘crosssections’ of the creatures.

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

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

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his is Ascot’s prestige midsummer event and its showpiece race The King George VI and Queen Elizabeth Stakes has long been regarded as Europe’s premier midseason middle-distance championship race.

Nijinsky, Mill Reef, Brigadier Gerard, Dancing Brave and Montjeu are just some of the luminous names to have lit up King George day in the past.

This year, the King George Weekend will combine world-class Flat racing with colourful installations and entertainment with the racecourse’s famous lawns being transformed to pay homage to decades gone by since the meeting first took place in 1951.

The Queen Anne Lawn will represent the 1950s and showcase all that is associated with this heart-warming era. From vintage regalia and floral decorations to afternoon tea accompanied by a barber shop quartet.

The Stewards Lawn will be the perfect place for a fun festival feel, representing the energetic 1960s and 70s with racegoers being entertained by themed stilt walkers while enjoying retro cocktails in an iconic VW Beetle.

Representing the vibrant 1980s and 90s, The Pavilion Lawn will become the Ascot Arcade. Tables will be wrapped in the colours of famous 80s and 90s winning jockey silks while the décor and games will embody the party era with arcade games, a retro DJ set, giant Ker Plunk, an interactive graffiti wall and a silent disco.

Bringing things to the present day, The Grandstand Lawn is themed from the noughties onwards with a chilled club atmosphere. A marquee tent will be full of hanging terrariums and luxurious daybeds inviting guests to relax and unwind while

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watching aerial artists perform and enjoying the racing from its own viewing deck.

Renowned for singing around the Bandstand after each day of Royal Ascot, the Bandstand Lawn will celebrate the very best of British. Union Jacks will be plentiful and flowers will be resplendent in red, white and blue as the Bandstand comes to life with live music performances throughout the day.

Food will take a Best of British theme too with classics such as afternoon tea, fish & chips and cheese on toast.

Tickets start from £28 when booked in advance with entry to The Marquee Club available for £53 including Queen Anne Enclosure admission.

Children under 18 gain free entry at all Ascot Racedays when accompanied by a paying adult.

To buy tickets or for more information on Fine Dining visit www.ascot.co.uk or call 0344 346 3000.

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THE IVY ST ALBANS BRASSERIE n ow o p e n

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he Ivy Collection is recently opened its first site in Hertfordshire, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie. Situated within the heart of the historic city of St Albans, the brasserie offers a neighbourhood dining destination for both local residents, businesses and visitors alike.

The unique city of St Albans boasts beautiful medieval architecture, a series of popular, independent boutiques and extensive parks and open spaces, making The Ivy St Albans Brasserie the perfect setting to retreat and relax after exploring the local area.

“The Ivy St Albans Brasserie adds to the sophistication and charm of the already popular St Albans” The Ivy St Albans Brasserie is open seven days a week and offers an all-day dining menu. The brasserie is accessible and relaxed, holding back a number of tables for walk-ins, allowing locals to drop in throughout the day at their leisure. Whether visiting for a relaxing breakfast, working lunch, cocktails with friends or a three-course dinner, The Ivy St Albans Brasserie adds to the sophistication and charm of the already popular St Albans.

The brasserie accommodates for 139 guests across the main restaurant and bar, a semi-private dining area seating 12 and terrace seating 18. The critically-acclaimed Martin Brudnizki Design Studio consulted on the brasserie’s interiors, with notable features including an onyx bar, pendant lighting, marble floor tiles and polished parquet panel flooring, as well as a mixture of leather banquettes, dining chairs and bar stools.

The Ivy Collection is a group of grills, brasseries and cafés, offering accessible, all-day dining for locals and visitors alike. Each location is carefully chosen to value, reflect and add to the local area.

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River Cottage Kitchen and Deli opens at Hatfield House

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ugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s acclaimed River Cottage opened at Hatfield House recently. The new River Cottage Kitchen and Deli brings a taste of River Cottage’s hands-on ethical food ethos to the stately home’s visitors.

Levy UK, the official catering partner at Hatfield House, has worked in partnership with River Cottage to create the new restaurant and menus which celebrate regional produce and seasonal cuisine.

Situated in The Stable Yard at Hatfield House, visitors can also find an eclectic mixture of shops, with free parking and free entry to this area of the estate.

Visitors to Hatfield House, the former residence of Queen Elizabeth I, can enjoy the menu featuring the finest ingredients, nurtured and respected from carefully chosen farms and producers all the way to the plate.

Dishes on the menu include saddleback pork burger with a wholemeal oat bun, roast apples, celeriac and hazelnut slaw; short rib and rosemary ragu, macaroni, spinach and Ogleshield cheese; and roast cauliflower, spiced yellow split peas and crisp onions.

Nick Moorhouse, Operations Director at Hatfield House said: “We are delighted that River Cottage has teamed up with Leith’s to create the River Cottage Kitchen and Deli at Hatfield House. Both organisations are committed to the provenance and

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“Enjoy the menu featuring the finest ingredients, nurtured and respected from carefully chosen farms and producers all the way to the plate”

sustainability of the food chain, a vision that we absolutely share.”

Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall says: “We are delighted to be bringing River Cottage to the historic Hatfield House and it’s been a pleasure to develop our River Cottage menus for their guests. Our Kitchen and Delicatessen in the Stable Yard will offer organic lamb meatballs, chickpeas, pickled lemon and yoghurt, along with delicious vegetarian and vegan choices, such as roast beetroot, Laverstoke mozzarella and orange salad with honey & rosemary roasted pumpkin seeds. Please join us and feast well in good conscience.”

Jon Davies, Managing Director Levy Leisure UK commented: “The team at River Cottage share our ethos of bringing local, fresh and seasonal produce from the farm to the plate and we are thrilled to be able to share this with guests visiting Hatfield House.”

Please visit www.hatfield-house.co.uk to find out more about what is happening this season.

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DC EXHIBITION: DAWN OF SUPER HEROES

Above: Costume From The Joker and costume from Batman

The O2, Until 9 September

THE DETAILS ‘DC Exhibition: Dawn of Super Heroes’ Open until 9 September 2018 Tickets: Adult £22/Child £11/Concession £19.80/Family of 3 £39.60/ Family of 4 £55/Family of 5 £60.50.

All tickets are subject to a booking fee To book, please visit www.DCExhibition.co.uk Facebook: @DCexhibitionUK Twitter: @DCexhibitionUK

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ollowing a successful run in Paris, 2018 sees the London premiere of ‘DC Exhibition: Dawn of Super Heroes’, a unique exhibition presented by DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Consumer Products in collaboration with Art Ludique-Le Musée. Opened on 23 February at The O2, this one-of-a-kind exhibition celebrates DC’s rich history, unique mythology and iconic Super Heroes and Super Villains such as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Joker, The Penguin and Mr. Freeze.

The Exhibition brings fans closer to the world’s most iconic characters and features more than 200 original comic pages, around 300 preparatory sketches and concept artworks for the cinema, together with 45 original costumes, models and props used in the iconic films. Fans visiting will be able to walk through the exhibition, which runs in chronological order, with each room offering guests a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the mythical DC Universe.

‘DC Exhibition: Dawn of Super Heroes’ features: • Exclusive artworks from the highly-acclaimed Wonder Woman film, directed by Patty Jenkins, that premiered in the summer of 2017.

• Costumes and props from more recent films such as; 1989 to 1999’s Batman franchise directed by Tim Burton and Joel Schumacher, the acclaimed The Dark Knight trilogy directed by Christopher

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Nolan, as well as The Man of Steel, Batman V Superman and the recent Justice League by Zack Snyder.

• Original drawings of DC’s stable of famous Super Heroes and Super Villains.

• Original costumes from blockbuster DC films including the famous cape worn by Christopher Reeve in the Superman movies and Lynda Carter’s iconic Wonder Woman costume from the 1970s.

The exhibition showcases almost a century of artistic creations that followed the introduction of an innovative new genre imagined by two adolescents from Cleveland, Joe Shuster and Jerry Siegel, the creators of Superman. First introduced in Action Comics #1 in 1938, Superman, the world’s first Super Hero, quickly revolutionised the era, influencing art, literature, fashion, TV and film.

While Superman is a tireless champion dedicated to protecting life and battling injustice with his array of superpowers and abilities, Batman is a mortal man fighting crime using his intellect, physical training, and an arsenal of gadgets and vehicles.

They are two opposites - the near-god and simple mortal.

However, this contemporary mythology would not have been complete without the fundamental presence of Wonder Woman, a character who became a trailblazer and symbol for peace, justice and equality. Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman became the foundation for the genre on which all subsequent Super Heroes are based.

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EQUINE LIFESTYLE from PENN ROAD STUDIO

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acqueline Ferguson of Penn Road Studio has now moved into Equine photography. “I am really excited about my latest work. This year I have spent a considerable amount of time in the New Forest developing my existing family portrait photoshoots to incorporate the beauty of equine elegance.”

Her reputation precedes her and she is now widely known for her original, creative, and beautifully composed photographs of families, both with & without their animals. Her passion for photography and the equine world makes her capable of capturing emotional and dynamic photographs of horses.

As a professional photographer offering photography for both individuals and equine professionals she captures the unique bond between humans and their equine partners to create memories that will last a lifetime, creating outstanding portfolios for equine professionals including breeders, vets, and trainers.

Jacqueline is keen to publicise, to all horse and pony owners that this is a new, innovative style of photography that includes not only a portrait of your horse, but also the emotional connection between horse, owner and their whole family.

Included in the service, Jacqueline visits your stables, yard or livery, acquaints herself with the environments and people, before investing time introducing herself to the horse, with a view to drawing the best out of them all during the shoot itself. She then concentrates absolutely on the art of her skill. The images are created with a promise of quality and the words of her clients are very encouraging: “One of the best horsey days we have spent together as mother, daughter and grandmother. We

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are so excited by the photos and the portfolio box is a coffee table favourite.”

“Jacqueline is incredible, I would recommend her absolutely as it makes such a difference when your photographer understands the equine breed, their flattering positions and the emotional connection shared between the owner and their horse.

Previously “Jed” was so uninterested yet Jacqueline managed to get his attention, capturing sumptuous photos of him! She is patient, friendly and really so much fun to be with. It was a great experience and we were right to choose her.”

These endorsements make her even more determined to achieve her ambition of photographing the Queen on horseback in Windsor Great Park, having photographed her previously at a private commission within the exclusive Cavalry and Guards Club.

For more information email jacqueline@pennroadstudio.com or call 01494 956944

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July at Chorleywood Bookshop

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

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ward winning chefs and Honey & Co founders Sarit and Itamar will be joining us at the idyllic Peterley Manor Farm in Missenden, HP16 0HH on Thursday 5th July, 7.30pm, to celebrate their new cookbook ‘Honey & Co at Home’. There will be Pimms on arrival, while Sarit and Itamar whip up some delicious recipes from their new book ‘ At Home’.

Plus there will be samples for all to try!

Tickets £10.00 to include a Pimm’s, book will be £20.00 on the night.

‘Why Mummy Swears’ is the much-anticipated new novel from Gill Sims, author of the hilarious ‘Why Mummy Drinks’ and Facebook sensation Peter and Jane. This fictionalised version of life as an exhausted working mum will ring true for many parents! Why not take a well-deserved night off with Gill Sims on Monday 9th July, 7.30pm at Sarratt Village Hall, WD3 6AS and meet likeminded mums, get a FREE book and enjoy a complimentary glass of prosecco!

Tickets are £15 to include a copy of the book ‘Why Mummy Swears’ plus a glass of prosecco.

Summertime is always great for fantastic debut fiction and Helen Cullen and Ann Youngson are just that. These two talented novelists will be celebrating the publication of their first books on Wednesday 11th July, 7.30pm at Chenies Manor, WD3 6ER. This promises to be a delightful evening celebrating two very different yet remarkable stories…

Author Ann Youngson is 70 years old, yes you read that correctly. Ann is 70 years (young) and has just had her debut novel published by Transworld (a subsidiary of Penguin Random House). Her novel ‘ Meet Me at the Museum’ has been tipped as this Summer’s must read!

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When Tina Hopgood writes a letter of regret to a man she has never met, she doesn’t expect a reply.

When Anders Larsen, a lonely museum curator, answers it, nor does he. Slowly their correspondence blossoms as they bare their souls to each other with stories of joy, anguish and discovery. ‘Meet Me at the Museum’ is a deep and luminous story of late love and second chances - an enduring novel of ideas about life, love and the surprises it throws at us.

“An ode to the power of words and the lost art of letter writing” Let us not forget Helen Cullen, whose debut novel ‘The Lost Letters of William Woolf ’ is an ode to the power of words and the lost art of letter writing. ‘The Lost Letters of William Woolf ’, follows the life of protagonist William, who is one of thirty letter detectives who spend their days solving mysteries inside the Dead Letters Depot in East London, sifting through wrongly addressed birthday cards, love letters and unanswered prayers.

But when William discovers letters addressed simply to ‘My Great Love’ his work takes on new meaning.

Written by a woman to a soulmate she hasn’t met yet, the missives stir William in ways he didn’t know were possible…

Tickets £10.00 to include a glass of Pimm’s and nibbles.

Books will be £18.00 for both books on the night. www.chilternbookshops.co.uk

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The most iconic classic cars of all time They might not be able to keep pace with the performance of modern motors, but their looks and heritage still pack appeal. Tristan Shale-Hester takes a look at some of the most iconic cars ever made.

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n the whole, classic cars aren’t able to match their modern counterparts in terms of performance, comfort and reliability. However, that’s not really what their purpose is any more. Above all else, classic cars should evoke emotion. Everything about them - the looks, the sound, even the smell - should provoke a feeling of nostalgic longing for the golden age of motoring. Countless amazing cars have been built in the past, but just a few have stood out as being absolute icons. Here, we take a look back at some of the most unmistakable and unmissable cars ever created...

Jaguar E-Type It’s not hard to understand why the Jaguar E-Type is so iconic - just look at it! Enzo Ferrari described it as “the most beautiful car ever made”, and we think he had a point. Aside from the amazing looks, it had relatively blistering performance figures for its day.

The Series 1 was launched in 1961 and was available with either a 3.8-litre or 4.2-litre straight-six engine, both of which produced 265bhp. Shortly after the E-Type was first launched, Jaguar brought out a sportier Low Drag variant, which was followed by an even quicker Lightweight version. The standard production E-Type carried on into the 1970s, with the Series 3 featuring a 5.3-litre V12 engine.

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Ferrari 250 GTO Development of the 250 GTO was interesting to say the least. It was initially led by chief designer Giotto Bizzarrini, until he was fired following an argument with Enzo Ferrari. The car was completed

by Mauro Forghieri, who worked in conjunction with coachbuilders Scaglietti. The car was launched in 1962 and 39 examples were built, but FIA regulations required that at least 100 units of a model needed to be produced before it could be homologated for Group 3 GT racing. Ferrari got round this by numbering the chassis of each car out of sequence and then moving them around all over the place to give the impression that 100 examples had indeed been built.

The 250 GTO made its racing debut at the 12 Hours of Sebring in 1962, where it finished second to another Ferrari - the 250 TR. It went on to win the ‘more than 2000cc’ class of the FIA International Championship for GT Manufacturers in 1962, 1963 and 1964. In 2014, Bonhams sold a 250 GTO for an eye-watering £27.1m, making it the most expensive car to ever sell at auction.

“It’s not hard to understand why the Jaguar E-Type is so iconic - just look at it! Enzo Ferrari described it as “the most beautiful car ever made””

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Ford GT40

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In the early 1960s, Henry Ford II spent several million dollars attempting to buy Ferrari. As a result, he was most displeased when Enzo Ferrari abruptly cut off negotiations. He decided that an act of vengeance was in order. Ford entered talks with British manufacturer Lola and gave a single gargantuan order - beat Ferrari at Le Mans. The result was the Lola Mk6-based Ford GT40. The GT40 Mk2 was the most successful variant of the car. It featured a 7.0-litre V8 engine and produced around 485bhp. In the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans, it finished 1-2-3, while it achieved 1-2-3-5 at the 12 Hours of Sebring.

The late 1950s were an interesting time for the UK motor industry. The Suez Crisis forced the British government to bring back petrol rationing, so there was a need for an affordable car of the people that could be mass-produced and had great fuel economy. The end result was one of the most iconic vehicles of all time - the Mini. Starting life as the Morris Mini and later becoming the Austin Mini, this tiny car packed a huge amount of fun, especially once the quick Cooper S version came out. It even had a successful motorsport run, winning the Monte Carlo Rally in 1964, 1965 and 1967. It placed first in 1966 too, but was disqualified for breaching rules regarding headlight dipping.

Mercedes-Benz 300SL The Mercedes-Benz W194 was hugely successful as a racing car, which led the German marque to the decision to build a road-going version called the 300SL. Launched in 1954, the 300SL featured a 3.0-litre straight-six engine, which produced up to 240bhp in its most powerful configuration. The 160mph top speed that resulted meant that the 300SL was the fastest production car of its day.

Today, the most sought-after version is the Gullwing model, on which the two doors ostentatiously lift high into the air.

Lamborghini Miura Ferruccio Lamborghini much preferred GT cars to sportier models, which meant that when his engineers decided they wanted to build a pure performance car, they had to do it in their own spare time. The team created a prototype called the P400, which convinced the Lamborghini boss that a performance-focused supercar could be a useful marketing tool for his company. Further development went into the vehicle and the result was the Miura. It featured a mid-mounted 3.9-litre V12. The car was hugely popular at the 1966 Geneva Motor Show and went on sale the following year. It’s one of Lamborghini’s best-known models now, not least for its appearance in the opening scene of The Italian Job.

Porsche 911 Of all the cars that have ever existed, it’s hard to think of one that has a more recognisable design than the Porsche 911 - it could be argued the car’s exterior aesthetics have remained fairly unchanged throughout its 50-year-plus history. Production of the first 911 began in 1964, kicking off the unmistakable design of the tubular headlights and sloping rear roofline, along with another trademark Porsche design cue - the rear-mounted flat-six engine. There have been a huge number of different 911s over the years, including the Carrera RS, Turbo, Targa, R, GT2 RS and many more. However, no matter how many great versions of a car are made, it’s hard to beat an original in terms of classic kudos.

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Of all the cars that have ever existed, it’s hard to think of one that has a more recognisable design than the Porsche 911

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MERAKI BRINGS FAMILY FESTIVAL MAGIC TO HERTFORDSHIRE

UK’S FIRST ALL INCLUSIVE FESTIVAL

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

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

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

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

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

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and Seb Fontaine.

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

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

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

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

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

Pixie Lott Other images from Meraki 2017

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‘En Plein Air in Mayfair’ The Connaught’s outdoor Mayfair Painting Masterclasses returns this summer in collaboration with London’s distinguished art store Green & Stone.

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ack by popular demand, The Connaught on Carlos Place, long known for its relationships with some of the world’s finest artists is offering art enthusiasts this summer, ‘En Plein Air in Mayfair’, a series of outdoor painting masterclasses set amid the magical world of Mayfair’s hidden gardens and historical architecture.

Launched in collaboration with Chelsea art store Green & Stone and distinguished British artist Alex Fowler, the three hour masterclass will offer not just expert art tutelage but also a memorable experience with a completed canvas as an enduring keepsake.

During the intimate three hour painting exploration, art lovers, fuelled by a hearty breakfast at The Connaught will be equipped with a carefully curated set of Green & Stone art supplies and an easel to channel their inner Monet. Accompanied by artist Alex Fowler, students will receive essential art tips and study site selection, receive composition advice, learn the tricks of underpainting and colour application techniques to create their very own masterpiece.

Commenting on the collaboration, artist Alex Fowler said: “Plein air painting is an incredibly rewarding experience. With inspirational sites including hidden gem Mount Street Gardens, The Connaught’s Tadao Ando water feature on Carlos Place and the unique architectural character this neighborhood has to offer I can think of no better place than Mayfair to provide the perfect backdrop to get creative.”

The Connaught, has long had historical artistic associations, from British artist Graham Sutherland who lived and painted there, to Damien Hirst who created two butterfly pieces for Helene Darroze’s restaurant, to last year’s Tracey Emin, CBE, designed Christmas Tree. The Connaught’s expertly curated private art collection is some 3,000 pieces strong and growing.

The Connaught’s ‘Plein Air in mayfair’

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masterclasses can accommodate up to 6 people, from 9am-1pm and take place weekly on selected dates over the summer months. Each class is priced at £250 per person and includes coffee, tea and pastries on arrival, art materials supplied by Green & Stone, and an artist apron.

Dates include: Friday 13th July, Sunday 22nd July, Friday 10th August and Sunday 19th August.

For further information or reservations please email guestservices@the-connaught.co.uk or call the Guest Services team on 020 7499 7070. www.the-connaught.co.uk

“The three hour masterclass will offer a memorable experience with a completed canvas as an enduring keepsake”

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BBC Countryfile Live returns for a celebration of the Great British countryside 2nd - 5th August, Blenheim Palace

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BC Countryfile Live, the best summer day out in the UK is returning to Blenheim Palace for the third year in a row.

Four days of live arena shows, hands-on activities, farm-animal demonstrations, debates, food, drink and shopping from over 500 independent retailers and lifestyle brands, the show brings together everything there is to cherish about the British countryside, in the grounds of the famous stately home in Oxfordshire.

The UK’s biggest selling country act of all time The Shires, will headline BBC Countryfile Live Summer Party, as well as acoustic guitar virtuoso Newton Faulkner and London-based country folk duo Ferris & Sylvester. This takes place on Saturday 4th August from 6pm – 9pm with a limited number of tickets available at wwwcountryfilelive.com priced at £38.

2018 marks the 30th anniversary of Countryfile the programme, and in celebration of this momentous milestone

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Countryfile Live will host an exhibition area which goes behind the scenes of the show. Producers, camera crews and presenters alike will all take to the stage, giving the audience the low-down on just what it takes to create the programme.

For families and those with little ones in tow, the National Trust area and Wildlife Zone are a must visit and will be jam-packed with activities. For families with older children The Waterside is filled with a variety of water sports for the whole family to try.

For those older fans the National Trust debate theatre and the Quilter Cheviot Theatre will have a full line-up each day with interesting debates, talks and ‘Audiences With…’ on a wealth of topics; from how to achieve success, the future of farming, photography workshops and even what it takes to become an astronaut.

With upwards of 30 stages, venues and special areas ranging from Family Fishing in the River Glyme to the Equine Area, the Stihl World Timbersports Championships, Dog Arena, BBC Introducing Stage, Wildlife Zone, Countryfile Kitchen Stage and even a Mercedes Off-Road Driving Experience, there’s certainly something for everyone at Countryfile Live.

Full show information and tickets are available now from www.countryfilelive.com Adult tickets start from £30 for the day and are available now from www.countryfilelive.com Find Countryfile Live on social media at twitter.com/countryfilelive facebook.com/bbccountryfilelive instagram.com/bbccountryfilelive Use hashtags #countryfilelive and to get involved!

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HOW TO CREATE THE PITCH PERFECT MENU CLARIDGE’S MASTERCLASS REVEAL ALL

Insider recipes, tips and techniques from Claridge’s Executive Chef Martyn Nail, 18 August 2018

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laridge’s, London’s legendary Mayfair hotel, has long been known for its’ inspiring menus, legendary parties and spirit of hospitality and now, invites gourmands down into the hotel’s hallowed kitchens to perfect their recipe repertoire from Executive Chef Martyn Nail who has been at the helm for more than 30 years.

Known for takings their parties very seriously indeed, the art deco landmark, with its reputation for creatively designed menus ensure guests from all around the world return time and time again; now you can recreate some of this magic at home and become the hostess, or indeed host, with the mostest.

Preparing the perfect truffled lobster risotto, creating the famous Claridge’s chicken pie and learning the secret behind a successful soufflé are all on the menu as guests are invited to swap jackets for aprons and learn from the best in the business, with recipes made famous by the hotel and recently published in their first book; Claridge’s: The Cookbook.

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“My passion and love for entertaining is the reason that I wanted to open the doors to Claridge’s kitchens and arm foodies with a menu that they can hone, perfect, and be confident they can pull out of the hat at any time” says Executive Chef Martyn Nail. “Our Claridge’s chicken pie has been on the menu forever, the recipe passed down from Head Chef to Head Chef and I am excited to share the secrets behind it. Claridge’s has been known for these signature dishes for over a century and our cookbook now allows us to share the recipes.”

The masterclass will teach Claridge’s three signature dishes; truffled lobster risotto; Claridge’s chicken pie and Chocolate soufflé and can accommodate up to 10 people. The class is priced at £250 per person which includes tea, coffee and pastries on arrival, a 2.5 hour masterclass followed by a three course lunch served in the kitchen.

Guests will also receive a copy of Claridge’s: The Cookbook and a Claridge’s apron.

Reservations can be made via the hotel website www.claridges.co.uk/restaurants-bars/ masterclasses

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HOW GEMMED UP ARE YOU ON YOUR JEWELS? M

Best in class jewels and gemstomes in demand and prices soaring at auction

eteoric price rises for top-quality antique jewellery and gemstones mean tens of thousands of Britons may be sitting on valuable family heirlooms without knowing their true value.

Coloured diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds, as well as fine pieces of jewellery from key eras like the 1920s and 1930s, have enjoyed unbroken price rises over the past decade, according to industry experts.

Analysing lots sold at auction, Bonhams is reporting excellent prices now being achieved at auction versus a decade ago. These include a 970

per cent price increase for sapphires; a 1,100 per cent increase for rubies and a 1,900 per cent price increase for emeralds.

Prices for Art Deco (1920s and 1930s) and Belle Époque (1890 to 1915) jewellery have soared by a remarkable 72 per cent since 2007.

Antique jewellery has risen by 54 per cent and jewellery from the post war era (1945-1975) has risen by 89 per cent during the same period according to data released by Art Market Research.

Such rises mean many owners may be sitting on jewellery they rarely wear or may have inherited that is worth far more than they realise.

Emily Barber, Head of Bonhams Jewellery Department for the UK, said: “Investors are rapidly recognising the opportunities of collecting jewellery and, in the process, driving up prices of an already limited commodity.

“As a result, we are opening up our doors virtually through our Bonhams Jewellery in June campaign and will also be conducting a series of valuations in London and the surrounding area in the next two months. We would love to see what gems and pieces of jewellery people have tucked away in their jewellery boxes and in safe deposit boxes. Now is a great time to get an up-to-date valuation, especially for those who don’t realise the value of the pieces they own.”

According to newly released data from the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index, which tracks the price growth of 10 luxury investment sectors over the past 12 months, jewellery is a consistently strong performer. The research shows that jewellery as an alternative asset class increased by 138 per cent in the last 10 years.

What’s hot The greatest price gains are being seen with fancy coloured diamonds, exceptional colourless diamonds, Burmese rubies, Colombian emeralds, Kashmir and Ceylon sapphires, natural pearls, as well as pieces of jewellery from key eras such as the Art Deco period and certain contemporary designers.

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TREASURES SOLD AT BONHAMS

A diamond ribbon bow brooch, circa 1920.

Estimate: £20,000-30,000.

Sold for: £48,750.

An Art Deco diamond two-stone ring, circa 1920.

Estimate: £5,000-7,000.

Sold for: £10,000.

Bonhams has created a ‘Top 10 list of hot jewels’ that are especially in demand. The ‘hot list’ reflects items that perform particularly well during the sales the auction house holds throughout the year.

Top 10 list of hot jewels • Coloured diamonds • Rubies • Colourless diamonds/white diamonds • Sapphires • Emeralds • Belle Epoque/Art Deco Jewellery • Designer jewellery eg from Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Suzanne Belperron, Tiffany • Natural pearls • Artist jewellery • Spinels Source: Bonhams Bonhams is launching its Jewellery in June campaign to help people establish if they have a piece of value. It has set up a dedicated webpage where it is possible to communicate directly with a jewellery specialist at www.bonhams.com/jewelleryinjune and arrange a free up-to-date market valuation at its offices throughout the whole of the month.

In addition, people can also call Bonhams on (0)20 7468 8285 to arrange an appointment for a complimentary valuation in either its London offices or one nearest to where you live quoting ‘Jewellery in June’.

A pair of Art Deco ruby and diamond clip brooches by Cartier, circa 1925. Estimate: £80,000-120,000. Sold for: £482,500.

Emily Barber of Bonhams comments: “The vendor sought Bonhams’ advice with his family legacy of 88 pieces of period jewellery dating from the late 19th century to the 1930s. The extraordinary collection had been relegated to a safety deposit box without the family realising the pieces had increased significantly in value. Bonhams reviewed the collection, which included simple brooches to wonderful examples of Art Deco design, and advised on its current market value. The gentleman, surprised by the increase in value, instructed Bonhams to handle the sale of all the jewels which went on to sell for double and triple their estimated prices. He was absolutely delighted when we told him the final sale total had exceeded £1 million.”

An Art Deco emerald and diamond ring, circa 1930.

Estimate: £8,000-10,000.

Sold for: £23,570.

This emerald was of Colombian origin, with moderate oil. It had a beautiful colour and octagonal cut.

The auction market for fine emeralds remains very strong. It was recently inherited by the vendor who sold it so that the proceeds could go to her two daughters both at university, so it was great that the ring achieve twice its original estimate!

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

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

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

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

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

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Affordable Luxury at The Laboratory Spa & Health Club Providing the elements of wellbeing

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uxury, style, space and elegance create the perfect environment to escape the many pressures of a hectic London life. Relaxation is essential to both the body and mind and the Laboratory Spa and Health Club provides a gateway to undisputed tranquillity.

The Laboratory boasts an effortless and peaceful ambience in drawing you in and leaving you wanting more.

Twice winners of the UK Health Club of the Year award (National Fitness Awards) and previously voted best private Health Club and

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Spa in London by Time Out. No expense has been spared at the Lab from fresh flowers in the changing rooms, to the finest cutting-edge workout equipment. The flawlessly finished workout areas complement the stunning swimming pools, personalised fitness and well-being programming and the choice of over 100 different fitness classes at each club.

Innovative, motivational and led by some of the UK’s finest and most-respected fitness professionals, the Lab offers an unrivalled and envied timetable of group exercise classes to cater for every age, interest, and schedule. Schwinn cycling, BodyPump, salsa, aquatics, yoga, pilates, qi gong and so much more! Regular courses are also held, from meditation to Zumba and hula hooping workouts, pole-dancing and motivational talks.

Tight for time? Their experienced fitness team will ensure your workout programme gets you tip-top results safely before you head off to work or why not squeeze a class into your day for a super-fast, super-intense workout that will leave you positively buzzing with renewed energy and vigour!

The Juice Bar is the ideal place to enjoy fresh and healthy snacks, and catch up with other members of the Club, home-made light meals and refreshments made from the highest quality ingredients make for

“Twice winners of the UK Health Club of the Year award (National Fitness Awards) and previously voted best private Health Club and Spa in London by Time Out. No expense has been spared at the Lab from fresh flowers in the changing rooms, to the finest cuttingedge workout equipment”

a scrumptious menu.

In each Club there is a spectacular 25 metre swimming pool. These beautiful award winning pools are cleansed with the latest UV light technology, ensuring the highest possible standards of hygiene with minimal levels of chlorine. This enables members to bathe in comfort in the finest water possible. Whether it’s a few gentle lengths before a steam or serious lane swimming as part of your cardio-vascular workout, it’s heaven for anyone who enjoys a swim. Each pool area incorporates twin spa baths, a wonderful relaxation area, marble steam rooms and Scandinavian saunas to help completely unwind.

The Lab’s philosophy is to not just treat the body on its own, but the mind and soul as well.

The Day Spa at The Lab is a haven of peace and calm that provides a chance to escape the stresses of daily life. The stylish treatment rooms are the perfect backdrop for the exceptional team of highly-qualified spa therapists and holistic therapists to deliver a broad range of exceptional treatments including facials, massage, body care therapies , hot stone and reflexology, to name but a few.

The Laboratory Spa & Health Clubs are one of the few remaining independent, privately owned Clubs in London. The original flagship site opened in 1995 with the impressive backdrop of Alexandra Palace in Muswell Hill. The Club is surrounded by its own luscious and secluded gardens where you can sun-bathe or chill out in private.

At The Laboratory, unlike most other clubs, there is no annual contract. Seb Barre, General Manager says “Our members stay with us because they value what we offer and love what we do. We provide an oasis of calm in a busy life. We aim to help you achieve your goals and increase your individual wellbeing. At the Lab you will be transported to a world of serenity, where muscle tension and the

“The Lab’s philosophy is to not just treat the body on its own, but the mind and soul as well”

mind’s concerns simply melt away allowing you to emerge refreshed, balanced and energised.”

Lab members have full use of all facilities. Nonmembers are welcome to use the Day Spa. For further information call: 020 8457 3300 (Mill Hill) or 020 8482 3000 (Muswell Hill) Mill Hill: 1a Hall Lane, NW4 4TJ. Muswell Hill: The Avenue N10 2QE. www.labspa.co.uk

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Focus on: Orthopaedics Mr David Houlihan-Burne, Consultant

Knee, Hip and Sports Injury Surgeon at One Stop Doctors

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f you are suffering from pain or difficulty moving any of your joints or muscles, this could be a sign of an underlying injury, disease or damage through wear and tear.

One Stop Doctors private clinic in Hertfordshire has a team of Consultants specialising in a range of conditions and procedures including: • Hip and knee • Back and neck pain • Shoulder • Upper limb • Foot and ankle • Hand and wrist • Joint replacement At One Stop Doctors, you can see one of our expert Orthopaedic Consultants and have any tests or scans that are required.

If you require any surgery we can arrange an onward referral to your chosen hospital provider.

Many people find it difficult to carry on with their normal lifestyle when they have hip or knee pain.

A Physiotherapist can assess your painful area, diagnose and manage your recovery to get you moving again with less pain. Our Physiotherapists are experts in pre and post-operative care and have access to our on-site gym to help with your rehabilitation. Hip and knee pain can be fully resolved with physiotherapy treatment but if it needs additional advice and intervention from one of our Orthopaedic Consultants we can help you access them quickly.

We are open 7 days a week and often have same-day appointments for MRI, X-Ray and Ultrasound available.

You can also take advantage of our 0% credit and easy payment options, so why wait? Call today and ask for an appointment with one of our experts.

ASK THE EXPERT Knee pain at a glance is a Consultant Knee, Hip and Sports Injury Surgeon at One Stop Doctors

Mr David Houlihan-Burne

Q Will knee pain go away naturally?

A It depends on the cause of the pain. For example, a sprain or strain will usually heal after a few days or weeks. However, if you have had knee pain that does not go away, gets worse at night or when you bend or straighten, or is sudden and severe in onset, it could be a sign of damage or injury. The best course of action is to arrange to see an Orthopaedic Consultant or Physiotherapist who specialises in joints and bones.

Q What causes knee pain?

A There can be many different reasons. In younger people, particularly those who play a lot of sport, it could be caused by damage to a ligament or the meniscal cartilage in the knee. From middle age onwards, osteoarthritis becomes the most common cause of knee pain and is a result of wear and tear to the end of the bones and cartilage in the knee joint.

Q What can be done to relieve knee pain?

A In the first case, your Consultant may suggest pain medication combined with a referral to physiotherapy for exercises to strengthen the

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muscles around the knee. If these do not work, you may need a scan of the knee. Corticosteroid injections into the joint can also be effective at relieving pain and increasing movement. If these do not work, depending on the diagnosis and scan results, your Consultant may suggest an operation such as a knee arthroscopy, a keyhole procedure to look inside the knee and repair and remove any damaged areas of cartilage, bone or ligament.

Q Will I need a knee replacement?

A A knee replacement is only offered when other treatments have been tried, but the pain or restricted mobility is impacting on your everyday life. Most often a knee replacement is not needed until you’re 60 or over, but they can last for 15 years or more and allow you to resume many of the activities you enjoyed before your knee problem.

To book an appointment please call 01442 331 900 or visit onestopdoctors.co.uk.

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Summer’s Back!

Summer may be back – but is your back ready for summer?

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he temperature is rising, which means we’re all showing a lot more skin. With the party and wedding season in full swing, there’s one part of the body that often gets forgotten – the back. It may be difficult to reach when you’re moisturising, and you can’t see it easily in the mirror, but in the summer months it is on display and needs to be in top condition.

A unique, bespoke approach to treating your back For many people the back can be a problem area. It can be prone to acne, and the resulting scarring. It can also suffer from pigmentation, an uneven tone or a lack of smoothness. That’s why at Riverbanks Wellness, we have devised a treatment which is designed to improve the area we tend to forget about, yet which is so important to our overall skin health.

Our back treatment addresses single or multiple skin concerns, and is great for men and women wanting to rejuvenate their skin. Every back is different, and needs personalised, custom care and hydration. This hard-working, tailored back treatment will make any back ready to bsun-kissed.

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Protection is more important than ever In the season of swimwear, wedding outfits and backless party dresses, it’s more important than ever to protect vulnerable areas from the sun’s harmful rays. The back is particularly at risk because it spends so much of the year covered up. With maximum protection against UVA, UVB, visible light, infrared-A, free radicals and DNA damage, nothing protects your skin like Heliocare 360°.

Its revolutionary, multi-action formulations provide SPF50+ broad-spectrum protection, which shields the skin’s surface from UVA, UVB and visible light damage.

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Something for everyone There’s a Heliocare 360° for every skin type. With a range of nourishing and elegant formulations, each one will leave your skin feeling beautiful today, and give you the ultimate daily defence you need for tomorrow, keeping your skin radiant and healthy. And with the handy body-pump bottle, you can cover every bit of your body, including those awkward-to-reach areas below the shoulder blades, so your back will stay healthy and radiant throughout the sunniest days of the year.

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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Beautifully bronzed

Katie Wright asks

the experts to share their advice for self-tan virgins.

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verybody knows at least one: the fake tan-aholic who always looks beautifully bronzed even in the dead of winter.

For those who’ve been slathering on the dihydroxyacetone (that’s the active ingredient, FYI) since their teens, achieving that just-been-onhols glow is a doddle, but what if you’ve always been too scared to venture down the self-tan route?

If visions of ending up looking like David Dickinson or Ross from Friends after his spray tan disaster have deterred you, you needn’t worry - a subtle life-like tan is easily achievable at home.

“It doesn’t have to be scary,” says Carly Hobbs, tanning expert and Sienna X brand ambassador.

“If you’re new to tanning, take things slowly and start with the best kind of products - and preparation is everything.”

So how exactly do you prepare and what are the best tanning products for newbies?

Here, Hobbs and two other tanning pros share their top tips for before, during and after your tan...

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Before: How to prepare your skin for fake tan “For as long as possible pre-tanning, exfoliate and moisturise as much as possible to keep skin soft, supple and tan-ready,” says Hobbs. “On the day of your tan, exfoliate to get rid of that last bit of dead skin cell build up.”

Waxing should be done 24 hours before tanning and shaving 12 hours before: “Leaving these time frames allows the follicles, from where the hairs are whipped out, time to calm down and the pores on the surrounding skin to close so you don’t get a spotty tan,” she explains.

“Apply a coat of nail polish to your nails on your hands and feet, as this will prevent tan from staining the nail plate,” says Marissa Carter, founder of tanning brand Cocoa Brown.

If you have dark circles under your eyes, Carter advises applying Vaseline to stop the tan from further darkening that area: “You can also add a small amount of petroleum jelly through your eyebrows to prevent the tan from discolouring them too.”

“Apply a coat of nail polish to your nails on your hands and feet, as this will prevent tan from staining the nail plate”

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the best products for beginners During: The best tanning technique While moisturising in the week leading up to your tan is important, skip the lotion on the day: “Ensure your skin is free from any products, moisturisers, oils, make-up and deodorant on the day you tan as this can affect the final results,” warns Jayne Cooper, St Tropez skin-finishing expert.

“St Tropez Gradual Tan One Minute Everyday Pre-Shower Tanning Mousse is the perfect product for beginners. Simply apply to dry skin with or without a mitt, leave for just one minute and shower as normal and your tan will develop over the next eight hours.”

If you are using a product that requires a longer development time, you must use a mitt.

“Apply your chosen tan in upward sweeping movements, overlapping each area,” Cooper recommends.

“Let your tan dry before having a drink or brushing your teeth as accidental drips may wash away the colour. This also applies to tanning with wet hair,” says Carter. Same goes for doing the dishes, and you can’t get sweaty so exercise is out of the question.

“Sit back and relax in loose clothes as your tan develops, ideally go bra-less too so you don’t dent or mark your gorgeous glow,” Hobbs says.

“Have a quick warm, not hot, shower after your development time, but don’t use shower gel all over in the shower. Instead keep soap or cleanser to just bits and pits so not to strip off all your hard bronzing work.”

“St Tropez Gradual Tan One Minute Everyday Pre-Shower Tanning Mousse is the perfect product for beginners”

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After: How to treat your tan So you’ve prepped thoroughly, tanned carefully and now you’re bronzed to perfection. Well done! Now what?

“The first time you shower after you’ve applied your tan, use shower gel but don’t exfoliate your skin,” warns Carter.

“Moisturise daily with an oil-free moisturiser to keep your skin hydrated and gently exfoliate every two to three days, which can extend your tan by up to three days,” Cooper says. “Self tans will last on average five to seven days depending on which product you’re using.”

Once it’s faded, exfoliating or using a tan remover mitt will remove any last traces.

“Don’t forget your SPF when going out even when you’re tanning - faking it doesn’t protect you from the sun,” Hobbs says. “And if ever you want to strip off your tan, dive into the swimming pool.

The chlorine will pare back all of the colour!”

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How to get vitamin D from sunlight Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and we get most of our vitamin D from exposure to sunlight. But how do we get enough without risking sun damage?

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veryone needs vitamin D to absorb calcium and phosphorus from their diet. These minerals are important for healthy bones. A lack of vitamin D can cause bones to become soft and weak, which can lead to bone deformities. In children, for example, a lack of vitamin D can lead to rickets. In adults, it can lead to osteomalacia, which causes bone pain and tenderness.

HOW DO WE GET VITAMIN D? Our body creates most of our vitamin D from direct sunlight on our skin. We also get vitamin D from some foods – including eggs, meat and oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and sardines. Vitamin D is also added to all infant formula milk, as well as some breakfast cereals, soya products, dairy products, powdered milks and fat spreads.

VITAMIN D AND YOU The amount of time you need to spend in the sun for your skin to make enough vitamin D is different for every person. Short daily periods of sun exposure without sunscreen during the summer months (April to October) are enough for most people to make enough vitamin D. Evidence suggests that the most effective time of day for vitamin D production is between 11am and 3pm.

A short period of time in the sun means just a few minutes – evidence suggests that about 10 -15 minutes is enough for most lighter-skinned people – and is less than the time it takes you to start going red or burn. The larger the area of skin that is exposed to sunlight, the more chance there is of making enough vitamin D before you start to burn. People with darker skin will need tospend longer in the sun to produce the same amount of vitamin D. The longer you stay in the sun, especially for prolonged periods without sun protection, the greater your risk of skin cancer. Remember to cover up or protect your skin before the time it takes you 7 2 J U LY 2 0 1 8

to start turning red or burn.

Stay covered up for most of the time you spend outside and use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 15.

WHO IS AT RISK OF VITAMIN D DEFICIENCY? Some groups of the population are at risk of vitamin D deficiency, and the Department of Health advises that they take daily vitamin D supplements. These groups are: all pregnant and breastfeeding women all babies and young children from six months to five years old (unless they are having more than 500ml a day of infant formula) older people, aged 65 + people who are not exposed to much sun – for example, those who cover their skin, or who are housebound or confined indoors for long periods

CAN YOU HAVE TOO MUCH VITAMIN D? People who take supplements are advised not to take more than 25 micrograms (μg) of vitamin D a day, as intakes from supplements above this amount could be harmful, according to the UK Expert Group on Vitamins and Minerals. The amount of vitamin D contained in supplements is sometimes expressed in international units (IU), where 40 IU equals 1μg of vitamin D. Your body doesn’t make too much vitamin D from sun exposure, but always cover up or protect your skin before the time it takes you to start turning red or burn.

“The amount of time you need to spend in the sun for your skin to make enough vitamin D is different for every person”

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THERAPY Tailored to you

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ne in four people in the UK will experience mental health issues each year. According to official figures, one in six report a common problem, such as anxiety and depression, in any given week.

Yet despite the high numbers of people suffering from anxiety and depression, many don’t realise that dealing with a mental health issue is similar to dealing with a physical issue – the problem is unlikely to resolve by itself and it’s best to seek professional help.

Reflections Bespoke Therapy Centre, in Edgware, specialises in treating a variety of mental health issues, from addiction to obsessive compulsive disorder.

The approach at Reflections is to take into consideration all aspects of the self, offering bespoke programmes that also include nutrition, personal training, meditation and Tai Chi. On their first visit to the centre, the client goes through an in-depth assessment after which we choose the most effective type of therapy and therapist for the client’s needs.

“We realised that a group of therapists working together can achieve more than an individual therapist. At Reflections our group of therapists, with complementary skillsets, work together as a team,” says clinical manager Zahava Bloom.

How do people know if they need to see a

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“The approach at Reflections is to take into consideration all aspects of the self, offering bespoke programmes that also include nutrition, personal training, meditation and Tai Chi”

therapist? According to Bloom, there are three steps to consider before choosing a therapist that’s right for you.

“Consider the personal characteristics of the therapist you would prefer: male or female, older or younger, someone of the same faith, and so on,” she says. “Look at the appropriate level of experience of the therapist and also which is likely to be the best type of therapy for your specific issue.”

But for some people, there’s a barrier before even getting to that point.

“There are various reasons why people are reluctant to undergo therapy,” Bloom adds. “Mostly they feel it is unlikely to be effective, takes up a considerable amount of time and money, or will be an uncomfortable or painful process. We reassure them by saying that although not all therapy is successful, this is only true when either people do not click or get on with their therapist, or that they have the wrong type of therapy for their issues.”

At Reflections we believe that different types of conditions need different specialists and different types of therapy and this is how we are different from other therapy centres. Reflections Bespoke Therapy centre combines a warm, homely atmosphere with a private, confidential and safe environment for any treatment you might need.

Reflections Bespoke Therapy Centre, Edgware.

T: 020 8930 3169, 07969 786681.

E: reflections@bespoketherapy.co.uk

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Is vasectomy the right move for you?

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on’t know where to start? A vasectomy is an important decision and it’s advised that you carefully consider the procedure by doing your homework and discussing it with others who may be involved in the decision.

That’s where we come in, we’re here to provide you with some key information and support you through the procedure, if you decide it’s for you.

What is a vasectomy?

A vasectomy, also known as male sterilisation, is a surgical procedure resulting in a permanent form of contraception for men which is more than 99% effective. It’s a relatively quick and painless procedure, usually performed under local anaesthetic and in most cases you’ll be able to return home on the same day.

Does a vasectomy protect me from sexually transmitted infections/disease?

The long and short of that question is no. Although it’s a form of contraception, a vasectomy doesn’t protect you from contracting or passing on sexually transmitted infections/diseases.

Will it affect my sex life?

It doesn’t affect your ability to enjoy sex nor your sex drive. You’ll still have erections and ejaculate, but your semen will no longer contain sperm. Sex can resume as soon as it is comfortable for you to do so. However, another form of contraception must be used for at least 9-12 weeks after the procedure to allow full clearing of any remaining sperm in your tubes.

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Is it possible to reverse the procedure?

Although a vasectomy reversal is possible, if this is a burning question in your mind it’s unlikely that you should go ahead with the procedure. You should only have a vasectomy if you’re certain you don’t want any more children or don’t want children at all. Some men choose to freeze their sperm before treatment and this could be an option for you.

Is this solely a personal decision?

Of course, it’s your body and the ultimate decision lies with you. However, it is hugely important that if you’re in a relationship, you make this decision together. The consultant shouldn’t be the first person you talk to about this procedure. It is advised that you take time to think this decision through before visiting an urologist.

I feel a little embarrassed – is the procedure awkward?

Although it’s cliché, and you hear it often, it’s true – urologists see this day in, day out so there is no need to feel overly embarrassed or awkward. It is a short, 15 minute procedure, and although you shouldn’t feel any pain due to the anaesthetic, the consultant won’t be focusing on your rosy cheeks so there really is nothing to worry about.

Once the deed is done Although mild discomfort, swelling and bruising of your scrotum is expected for a few days after a vasectomy, recovery is often swift and many return to work within a day or two.

Spire Harpenden Hospital At Spire Harpenden Hospital, we provide a wide range of urology services including prostate surgery, kidney stones treatment and many others.

Visit our website www.spireharpenden.com for more information and for a no strings attached quote with one of our specialist urology consultants.

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Strike a pose in London

The sixties were swinging, the seventies went hippie, the eighties spawned punk, the nineties got grunge and today? According to Gity Monsef, Creative Director of Fashion and Textile Museum, “the world is getting smaller - everything cross-integrates. London is a place of eccentricity and creativity and possibilities - it’s more about expression than anywhere else in the world.”

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ondon is at the heart of designer and independent fashion with London Fashion Week leading the way. Organised

by British Fashion Council and taking place twice a year, prestigious designers present their next season’s collections to a star-studded audience, with high street brands following suite with their own take on new designs from the catwalk.

In Summer 2012, London Fashion Week for the first time introduced Men’s Collections, and now just as sought-after and exciting as the Women’s catwalk. Leading designer brands have made London their home with exclusive boutiques such as Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, Gucci, Emporio Armani, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and Prada, just some that you can discover on Mayfair’s Bond Street.

Sloane Street brings you equally high-profile expensive brands like Boodles, Cartier, Dior, Gucci, Bulgari and Alexandre Paris. Mount Street in Mayfair has become a designer lover’s paradise with Christian Louboutin, Dunhill London, Pringle of Scotland, Loewe Madrid among the stores selling

their exclusive collections. Exciting new boutiques coming to Mount Street include Celine, with Victoria Beckham opening her first flagship store in the Autumn.

High-profile department stores like Selfridges, Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Fenwick and shopping areas like Westfield, all have designer labels under one roof. There are a huge number of trendy independent boutiques across London offering their own exclusive ranges if you want something that little bit different. Streets such as the famous King’s Road for example have countless shopping opportunities for both elegant and quirky tastes.

Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood continue to maintain the exciting reputation that King’s Road established in the swinging sixties.

Vibrant Camden offers some amazing independent stores if you are looking for the ultimate in vintage style. London is a fashion mecca, bringing you the most exclusive, the most elegant and the most quirky when it comes to fashion, there is no other city in the world that can offer such versatility.

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hat I love most about Summer is our holiday abroad together as a family. I look forward to swimming in the sea, shell hunting with my son, cocktails whilst watching the sunset and enjoying the ease of Summer holiday dressing. Packing can be stressful, especially if you are packing for more than one person, you find yourself bottom of the pile and with the smallest space in the case left!

Sticking to some holiday wardrobe rules that you can make for yourself makes it easier to shop for future holidays. You can simply replace the pieces you’ve worn to death, add in a few extras for longer breaks and throw in a trend-led piece to keep your look up to date. By creating a list each year it ensures you don’t go ‘overboard’ with your spending and therefore can’t fit everything in your suitcase!

Every year we over pack, so by sticking to the same colour palette makes life so much easier especially when adding in accessories such as bags, shoes and earrings. It also makes getting ready stress-free as your pieces blend together seamlessly, making you look chic and pulled together.

One of my stead-fast rules is don’t pack anything you wouldn’t wear at home, which is why I try on everything before I pack to ensure that year on year it still fits or it still fits into my holiday wardrobe.

Making my holiday wardrobe work together is slightly harder as you are so limited to space than in your wardrobe at home. I try and pack in outfits for the evening or any daytime trips we have planned. I lay everything out and try and make items work with two different pieces that I am taking. At the last point before packing the bag, I always take 2-3 items out as they will never see the light of day.

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currently packing for my holiday and I wouldn’t leave home without.

Beach bag A stylish yet sturdy beach bag is a Summer holiday essential. It needs to be big enough to carry your book, sunscream, towels, swim stuff and potentially all manner of kids paraphernalia! I also suggest taking a smaller durable organiser to protect your phone and purse from heat and water damage.

Hat As well as suncare your holiday must-haves should include a wide-brimmed hat which will help protect from UVA rays. If you don’t fancy wearing your sun hat at the airport, make sure you pack it with the inside full of something like lingerie or socks to help it keep its shape.

Evening Jacket I find this the one item that when clients pack for holiday they often don’t have or are undecided whether to take one. It is always wise to take one with you, or like me, I will be taking two as I love that they change my outfits up.

A statement dress This Summer feels like it’s the season of the dress so there are lots of different styles and prints to choose from. Something in a bright summer print that is easily packed in my suitcase and makes me smile when I wear it, also looks great with a tan!

Nina Whitehead is a personal stylist & Image consultant based in Hertfordshire. Her website can be found at www.edits-styling.com where she offers a range of styling services.

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GOING WILD

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

Quintessentially British

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

Perfectly Imperfect

Mixing and matching colours, textures & patterns is key to achieving a perfectly-imperfect, eclectic Wanderlust home.

Exquisite treasures from our travels add personality and character to any home, helping to alleviate the yearning for sand between our toes and balmy, summer evenings in far flung destinations.

Our Wanderlust homes are made-up of trinkets from MiddleEastern souks, rugs from Moroccan markets, embroidered fabrics from India and wooden beads from Bali. www.frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk 8 4 J U LY 2 0 1 8

Whatever era or style you are trying to fashion, investing in an antique wardrobe or armoire is a quickfire way to make an impact instantly. The Blue Wardrobe would be a great choice for adding a pop of colour to a room, whereas the Pastel Green Vintage Wardrobe or Pink Vintage Wardrobe would be ideal for a country-styled home. But if you’re looking for a traditional armoire to command attention, the Wooden Vintage Wardrobe is a fine example of an original colonial wardrobe made by expert craftsmen from solid teak.

So, whether you are aiming to create a rustic farmhouse feel, or add an antique touch to an industrial space, you are sure to find something special to make a striking statement at Scaramanga.

Scaramanga’s old, vintage, retro and antique wooden storage cabinets and cupboards are not new or made to look old.

They may have small marks and scratches on them, which are consistent with their age and original use, which adds to their unique character and appeal. www.scaramangashop.co.uk

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Join the millions in the Conservatory Party

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ccording to Wikipedia “a manifesto is a written public declaration of the intentions, motives, or views of the issuer, be it an individual, group, political party or government. It often is political in nature, but may present an individual’s life stance.”

If and when replacing a conservatory with a modern thermally efficient double glazed one, or adding new glass extensions like conservatories and orangeries, the manifesto in such circumstances is clearly going to be more tailored to one or two individuals tastes, needs and requirements, plus probably the quality of living these individuals want for their family, friends and visitors.

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Consequently to ensure any new or replacement conservatory adds valuable high quality living space that is usable 24/7 to your home, here is a brief summary of the Conservatory Party’s manifesto to ensure you get what you expect, and don’t end up with an empty room with an unpleasant living environment:• No conservatory to be too hot in summer and/or too cold in winter • All conservatories must be leak proof, plus as draught proof as possible • All conservatories need to be double glazed with high performing Low E Argon filled sealed units with warm edge spacer bars and soft coat heat

“All conservatories must be leak proof, plus as draught proof as possible”

retentive glass to prevent too much heat loss or too much solar gain • Any glass extension to be designed bespoke to your property, so that it looks part of the initial build and not an after-thought.

• Important that bricks (or render) not only match, but so do the brick courses or render painted same colour as existing dwelling • Be sure of the quality of workmanship and product by visiting reference sites and the installers showroom before placing any order • The glass used in any conservatory must all be toughened safety glass and have a high specification, and when conservatories are south facing, the exterior glass to a have a heat reflective coating • The concrete floor to contain 65mm-100mm deep proven floor insulation such as Celotex or Jabolite • Wherever possible all conservatory roofs to be double glazed with thermally efficient glass and not have noisy and ugly looking polycarbonate • Any side or dwarf walls will conform to current building regulations for extensions and have thermally efficient cavity wall insulation • Every new conservatory should come with a fully comprehensive 10 year parts and labour warranty with no call out charges during the guarantee period that is worth the paper it is written on (so before joining the Conservatory Party it is important to make sure your installer is well established, trustworthy and has a proven reputation for build quality and fulfilling warranties) • All new conservatories must have sufficient ventilation i.e. have enough opening vents on the upright parts, and at least one double glazed roof vent (Larger conservatories will need more than one roof vent) • Conservatories must have enough independent heating so that they are warm and comfortable throughout all winters and on cold summer evenings • Ensure the ground workers, double glazing fitters, plumbers, bricklayers, plasterers are experienced and that the electrician is fully qualified and accredited • All new conservatories being built under permitted development (i.e. without planning permission or Building Regulation Approval)

must have compliant exterior doors between the existing property and the new conservatory.

Such structures must be under 30 square metres, and not project more than 4m on detached houses and no more than 3m on semi-detached houses. These glass extensions must have walls that are at least 50% double glazed and translucent roof of 70% or more. Find out about the planning rules and Building Regulations before ordering a new conservatory Consequently, if you do decide to join “the Conservatory Party” and benefit from the extra high quality living space a conservatory affords, make sure that your conservatory supplier and installer can and will fulfil every one of the above Conservatory Party manifesto pledges.

THE DETAILS To find out more about high quality bespoke double glazed aluminium and UPVC double glazed conservatories and orangeries contact Hazlemere Windows, the region’s leading independent conservatory design experts, manufacturers and installers for free help and advice or a no obligation appointment, design ideas and a quotation. If you’d simply like an initial discussion with one of Hazlemere’s experienced conservatory design consultants, call 01727 238658 or visit www.hazlemere.co.uk

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Summer Breeze

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he welcome onset of long summer days provides a great opportunity to breathe new life into your tired furniture and seek out the latest designs in comfortable, supportive seating. The application of sound ergonomic principles and German technology have created a furniture range that will both appeal to your eye and provide the most relaxing furniture available today.

Himolla have introduced the Cumuly reclining action that is a simple two stage process that initially raises the integral footrest and then allows the backrest to be independently adjusted. The mechanism incorporates a ‘tilt in space’ mechanism, recommended by backcare professionals to maintain back support through the reclining process. Complemented by an adjustable neckrest, TV watching becomes a sublime experience.

No more spare footstools taking up space in the lounge as the footrest retracts from sight leaving clean lines and less clutter. There is a choice of manual recliner or powered mechanism for more precise body position and if desired, one can opt for a rechargeable battery system, negating any trailing wires across the floor.

Himolla have also introduced a swivel recliner with a lift feature for the less able. So now it is possible to have an assistive chair with modern, contemporary styling and the full range of leather and fabric options.

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

Choosing high quality, comfortable furniture can be a worthwhile investment and FineBack will ensure that you receive the best guidance and advice to help with your furniture purchase.

FineBack Furniture, 7-9 Haseldine Road, London Colney, St. Albans, Hertfordshire AL2 1RR. 01727 827744. www.fineback.co.uk

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

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he kitchen is your workshop in which you create meals and spend a lot of time. Prepare a space for yourself in which you will feel good and that will inspire you to compose new meals, detox, or simply cook Sunday chicken soup. The kitchen is a good place to introduce vivid colours and interesting designs - both on the walls and furniture. Especially if you have a kitchen designed in Scandinavian or minimalist style.

Bold colours will add warmth, dynamics, and energy to an arrangement and delicate pastels will complete the stark space.

What colours can be applied and what techniques can be used to make changes?

A world of colour Yellow, lemon, honey-coloured

Yellow is a colour that is taking the world by storm and replacing pink, which has been fashionable for several years. Generation Z considers it their favourite colour, that screams “look at me.”

Yellow is bold and vivid. When you use it on a larger surface, e.g. walls, cabinet doors or kitchen countertops, the kitchen will become bright and optimistic. If you don’t want to introduce too much yellow into your kitchen, select a few elements – niche, cabinet, table, and wrap them with lemoncoloured stickers.

Ultra Violet, or violet with a touch of blue Ultra Violet is the colour of the year 2018, announced by the Pantone Institute, i.e. the global colour specialists. Violet is mysterious, mystical and spiritual. It gives the space an artistic and creative character. As it is a strong and definite colour, it is good to use on smaller spaces - a wall that is naturally illuminated, or several kitchen cabinet doors.

Oriental blue Blue is a cool, calm and attenuates colour. If vivid colours are not your favourite, choose blue, turquoise or cobalt to create a calm space in your kitchen. You can use very light shades on one of the walls to enlarge the room or use darker blue variants on kitchen furniture elements to cool a room with lots of sun.

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Pastel pink Pink is a fresh and joyful colour, most often associated with girlishness. In rooms, it can be used as a complement to stark gray, very trendy in recent years. It also blends well with wood and the colour white. Small amounts of this colour will bring a touch of fun and sweetness to our kitchen. It’s also a good colour for those of you who are ready for delicate changes in the appearance of your kitchen and are afraid to experiment with bold colours.

Green mint Green is a soothing colour of nature – of grass, leaves, herbs, vegetables, and fruits. Bright and brisk shades, such as lime or peas, will give the kitchen an energetic and cheerful atmosphere. In turn, lighter and more subdued colours, like mint or olive, bring peace and work well on larger surfaces. Green is a safe colour for the kitchen space, it complements white colour, wooden or steel elements. It also goes well with fresh herbs kept in pots on the kitchen windowsill. www.pixers.uk

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126 years of bespoke kitchens Poggenpohl create contemporary kitchens that are built to last

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ounded in 1892, Poggenpohl is an upmarket German kitchen brand with a worldwide reputation for producing precision engineered contemporary kitchens. Poggenpohl has long been at the forefront of innovation having created the first unit kitchen, the first white lacquer furniture and the first island kitchen.

All Poggenpohl kitchens are made to measure so that they exactly fit the space available and perfectly match your lifestyle. The designers at every Poggenpohl showroom start each project with a blank sheet of paper working closely with you to create the right kitchen - whether you want a practical family space, a kitchen packed full of the latest appliances or a room that can transition from day time practical to a night time party space.

Poggenpohl kitchen designers have a wealth of experience but the journey doesn’t stop there, Poggenpohl oversee your project from start to finish. Once you have settled on a design that is right for you the kitchens are installed by professional fitters and you will be assigned your own Installation Manager who will conduct regular site visits to ensure a smooth and co-ordinated process. And this level of service continues even after your kitchen is installed. All Poggenpohl customers are visited at home by a member of the team who will arrange a professional cleaning

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“Poggenpohl kitchen designers have a wealth of experience”

service for the new kitchen and demonstrate the basic functions of the new appliances (if purchased from Poggenpohl) helping to ensure that you get the most out of your investment.

Looking to the future, Poggenpohl continues to push the boundaries of design, introducing new finishes and flexible kitchen solutions, just as the company has done for the last 126 years. You can see the quality of these kitchens for yourself at Poggenpohl’s St Albans showroom on London Road.

Poggenpohl St Albans: www.stalbans.poggenpohl.com or 01727 738111

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

Mediterranean style

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

LIGHT THE WAY

The Space Age, retro styled, EXO range from MY Furniture is a stunning outdoor lighting furniture and accessory range that will light up your garden, patio or balcony. The EXO range comes in a wide range of styles, including an Easy Chair, Table Light, Ice Bucket, Cube Light and small and large Sphere Lights. Made from tough, moulded Polyethylene, the EXO range is capable of withstanding all weather conditions and each piece comes complete with a battery powered remote control. www.my-furniture.com 9 4 J U LY 2 0 1 8

LODGE LOUNGING

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

THE SCIENCE OF SUMMER

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

Do you ever dream of owning your own pool or spa to enjoy on hot summer days?

At Crystal Leisure Pools in Bedfordshire we make it a reality for homeowners every day!

Based in Shefford, we work across most of England installing pools and supplying spas and hot tubs to private homes, we also carry out commercial swimming pool installations to health clubs and sports centres. We provide a comprehensive service helping design and plan your new pool with you. As well as carrying out a complete installation to the highest quality standard including extras like lighting, solar covers and supply of pool chemicals.

Crystal leisure Pools ltd 1C St Francis Way, Shefford Industrial Estate, Shefford, Beds, SG17 5DZ Tel: 01462 819003 Fax: 01462 819001 Email: enquiries@crystalleisurepools.com www.crystalleisurepools.com

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The heat is on this month at the Dutch Marketplace!

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ith the weather having been so kind to us, there are some plants that still love to soak up the summer sunshine and thrive in the warmer nights. Plants still need plenty of water throughout the warmer days and the Dutch Garden stocks a variety of heat friendly plants with the hardy fuchsia being a particular favourite.

These plants love sun and shady conditions and are great for withstanding the summer heat. Dahlias and begonias are also great for hot conditions with the added bonus of giving your garden a burst of stunning colour. We have plenty of Begonia’s in stock and one of our particular favourites is the ‘Glowing Embers’, with their purple-bronze foliage and golden flowers these small bomb proof plants confidently glow all summer long, perfectly nestled in any basket or bedding area. We have everything you need to keep your garden fed, watered and looking amazing from garden tools to hoses, watering equipment to weed killers we have it all.

The Dutch Living area is a great place if you’re looking for the perfect summer wedding gift with an extensive range of ceramics, crockery, utensils and outdoor furniture, ideal for relaxing or family entertaining, plus we can also deliver your items for you. We currently have 20% off all outdoor furniture (while stocks last) from dining sets to outdoor sofas, loungers and even BBQ’s, helping to make your summer entertaining complete. Our talented team of florists are always on hand to give you helpful advice when catering for weddings and other special occasions. Making fresh flowers come to life in fantastic floral displays and bouquets, plus wedding cards and wrapping are also available.

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tiny little flowers which are encapsulated in resin including rose, poppy, forget-me-not, daisy, heather and four-leaf clovers. The collection includes a range of necklaces, pendants, earrings, rings, bracelets, bangles, brooches and cuff links.

As we move through summer our food hall has some great new arrivals. Visit our deli counter for some delicious fayre, it’s full to the brim with fine cheese and cooked meats from some great producers. Try Y-Fenny, a welsh cheese made with mustard seed, or a creamy soft délice de Bourgogne, the perfect match for white and rose wine. Try gouda with nettles along with a selection of chutneys and biscuits, the perfect companions to any cheese board. If you love pizza, we have the perfect pizza for you. Our new range of pizzas from the ‘White Rabbit Company” are suitable for vegans, vegetarians and coeliac, we especially love the smokin’ vegan pizza which is also gluten–free.

With picnic season here, food is the most important part of any picnic feast. Our range of cold meats, scotch eggs, pastries and pies will be enough to fill you up, washed down with some of our fine wines, beers and summer drinks. If you’re a happy camper, Bridget B’s butchery counter has everything you need for cooking in the great outdoors. Handmade sausages, cured streaky or back bacon, perfect for breakfasts, marinated chicken portions, lamb chops, pork ribs or a range of kebabs for easy camping suppers. Simply ask our friendly butchers and they will fresh cut any meat to any size.

So wherever the mood takes you this month, shopping at the Dutch Marketplace this summer is all about the garden, food and living! www.dutchnurserygardencentre.co.uk

“The Dutch Living area is a great place if you’re looking for the perfect summer wedding gift with an extensive range of ceramics, crockery, utensils and outdoor furniture, ideal for relaxing or family entertaining, plus we can also deliver your items for you”

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xperienced interior designers Helen Touli and Leia Anastasiou shared a vision to create a lifestyle store to inspire their clients in how to elevate their lifestyle from mediocre to magnificent. The Interior Design House opens this month in the heart of Hadley Wood.

The showroom is a hub of excitement as the team showcases unique lighting, furniture, soft furnishings, architectural details and interior accessories sourced from the UK and all over Europe. “We will use the space to show a complete room as we would on a project; our first setting will be a beautiful lounge which will change every few months so that there is always something new and exciting to see.

We are often asked what is our style? We like to spend time getting to know our clients so that we can understand their taste and interpret the space in the style that would be personal to them. Not only are we in tune with current trends but we can steer our clients to a more unique approach for originality and longevity.

Our ethos is to create a perfect balance between practicality and aesthetics, so not only should a room be beautiful and evoke the emotions you desire, but it should also be easy to use and functional.

The spaces around us, where we work, eat, sleep, or even bathe, have a powerful effect on our well-being and is an essential part of our daily lives and, most importantly, our lifestyle.�

Helen and Leia would love to welcome you to their beautiful lifestyle store to have a chat about how they can help you.

The Interior Design House, 20 Crescent West, Hadley Wood, Hertfordshire EN4 0EJ. Tel 020 3912 6312 www.theinteriordesignhouse.london.

Contact us at info@tidh.london. Store opens 10th July 2018. Opening hours Tuesday till Saturday 10-5pm.

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

Dove grey linen Chesterfield £1200

a Unique interior design service from rebecca clark INTERIORS

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Large Carved Wooden Mirror £850

Leather Directors Chair £450

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

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

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

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

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

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

Large Floor Standing Silk Orchid £425

Leather Oval Hanging Mirror £395

Leather 2 Drawer Desk £1200

Ivory Linen Love Seat £1050

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ith the rise in TV costume dramas such as ‘The Crown’ and ‘Victoria’, period properties are experiencing a resurgence in sales.

People are looking for period features to enhance their homes such as beautiful heritage style windows and doors.

Period features such as windows and doors not only boost house values but make it easier to sell.

However, the generally held belief is that older homes are difficult to maintain and costly to run, thanks in part to the lack of modern insulation and energy efficiency.

The great news is that Evolution timber alternative windows offer a solution to these issues, Period style wood effect windows with very high energy efficiency which require almost no maintenance!

Victorian, Georgian, Period Cottage, whatever the period, Evolution Windows have a superior quality period style wood effect window option to suit. Every handcrafted window provides superior A+ energy performance, technically advanced security, incredible durability and sound proofing all with beautiful wood and period styled aesthetics.

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All Evolution period styled timber alternative windows are handcrafted from uPVC but with all the beautiful timber aesthetics. Timber look joints, timber effect detailing and wood look finish.

“Period style wood effect windows with very high energy efficiency” Perhaps you need a sash window, a bay window, a small cottage leaded window or even a more specialised window. Evolution’s superior range of timber effect windows are best in class. The Flush and Storm ranges are award winning window solutions that will deliver a traditional period style, beautiful wooden effect aesthetics but with all the benefits gained from fitting uPVC windows. Low maintenance with no sanding or painting, as well as technologically advanced security systems to truly give you that peace of mind.

From £1200, including installation, for a casement window measuring 1m wide x 1.5m height. www.evolutionwindows.com; 0800 773 4045.

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GIVE YOUR HOME A FASHION FIX THIS SUMMER

Pineapples, plants, a painter and lobsters Gabrielle Fagan reveals her pick of the quirkiest on-trend homeware accessories to snap up now.

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our home space should be as on-trend as your wardrobe. And just as one wellchosen accessory can update an outfit, one on-trend piece of homeware can be all it takes to bring a room bang-up-to-date. It’s all about ringing the changes every so often, so spaces don’t look stale but fresh and contemporary. Right now, this means it’s time to embrace pineapples, a flamboyant Mexican artist, plants and lobsters - and then use them with a light touch and stand back and wait for the compliments on your style credentials.

Bali Garden Chair and Footstool, £399, Next

Pink Pineapple Wall Mural, £26 a square metre, Wallsauce

Pineapple This is the must-have fruit for rooms, and suits our growing passion for all things tropical. “Pineapples have always been a symbol of hospitality and have historically been associated with the mysteries and flavours of the tropics. Some aspects of that still 1 0 6 J U LY 2 0 1 8

carry forward to today, making pineapples a bold, chic choice to decorate your home with flair,” says Rebecca Snowden, interior style advisor, Furniture Choice. “Their distinctive shape and tall crowns make them a perfect choice for a playful print with lots of character - a feature wall covered in pineapple wallpaper is a cheerful addition to the home, great for the living room, kitchen, or even an entryway,” she adds. “Their sweet, kitschy appeal allows them to be utilised in unexpected ways, such as pineapple bookends, cushions, and even candle holders.” If you’ve really fallen for the fruit, Wallsauce’s Pink Pineapple Wall Mural, from £26 per square metre, would make a statement.

DECOR TIP: To make this look your own, experiment with colour. For a lighter touch, play with bright, neon colours, and for more sophistication, consider a metallic finish, such as gold or bronze.

Fashion Mexican artist Frida Kahlo’s face is being splashed all over homeware right now, while her colourful and compelling life is being celebrated with an exhibition at the V&A London (June 16-November

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4). “If you’re looking to bring vibrancy and interest to your home, the vivid image of artist, Frida Kahlo, will add fiesta colour and lashings of character,” says Nadia McCowan Hill, Wayfair’s resident style advisor. “Having survived illness and an accident in her youth, Kahlo’s bold and unflinching image has come to symbolise triumph over pain and powerful feminism, making her an empowering addition to any interior. She’s often depicted with flowers in her hair against of backdrop of lush greenery, bold blooms and folky motifs, which give her image a boldly bohemian vibe.”

DECOR TIP: To capture the spirit of the artist, style a Frida Kahlo art print against a kaleidoscope of colour and pattern. Handwoven and handmade homeware add an authentic sense of craftsmanship, and combined with colourful cushions and fresh flowers, you’ll conjure a carnival atmosphere. Mexican ‘Day of the Dead’ motifs are also appropriate.

Foliage Foliage and succulents - those fleshy leaved plants including cacti - are the go-to green accessories this year - and if you lack ‘green fingers’, just opt for those ultra-realistic and perfect-in-everydetail artificial versions. “For me, plants magically transform spaces, add texture, and are a game changer when it comes to enlivening surfaces,” says designer Abigail Ahern, whose Abigail Ahern/ Edition collection at Debenhams includes faux succulents and plants. “Faux plants are even better, as they’re pet-friendly and add a punch to any surface. Faux plants and flowers add colour, shape and life to a room, and like artwork, they are another powerful tool in your decorating arsenal.

Needless to say, I am a little bit obsessed!”

DECOR TIP: Too many hard angles and straight lines in a room can make a space uncomfortable - so follow interior designers, who often use plants and trees to soften corners, as they add such beautiful focal points. Remember to vary the tone of green and mix feathery, shiny, matte and prickly all together to get the most intoxicating foliage effects.

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Frida Kahlo Picture, reduced £55, Alexander & Pearl

“Having survived illness and an accident in her youth, Kahlo’s bold and unflinching image has come to symbolise triumph over pain and powerful feminism, making her an empowering addition to any interior”

The fishy trend for lobsters first swam to the surface in the spring fashion collections, and now they’re getting their claws into home decor.

“Who can forget when flamingo fashion came on the scene? Those flamboyant birds appeared on everything from fabrics to wallpaper, but now lobsters are pinching their space,” says Alison Hughes, co-founder of lifestyle homeware brand, Cream Cornwall. “These bright red crustaceans have a similar appeal to flamingos - because they’re so iconic and distinctive. We have them decorating lampshades, cushions and tableware, and they’re really enjoying a moment in the sun currently. We predict more and more people will fall for lobster loveliness.”

DECOR TIP: Make a statement with a lobster print or decoration, if you’re fishing for compliments on your decor credentials. Alternatively, conjure a touch of coastal cool by featuring the theme in tableware and a collection of cushions.

Lobster wallpaper, £150 a roll, Oostor.com

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Brookmans Park has a world apart’ feel, thanks to a wealth of open space, comprising woodland, farmland and golf courses. This is where you can stop, relax and take a breath of fresh air.

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From the railway station you can catch direct trains to London Moorgate (37 minutes) and London Kings Cross (34 minutes) or Finsbury Park for interchange with London Underground (23 minutes). Available on the Government’s Help to Buy Scheme, these contemporary new build apartments are ideal for first time buyers, as well as downsizers and investors.

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