Life Magazines (Surrey/Berkshire editions) April 2016

ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW ALBURY VINEYARD POLO IN THE PARK THE DERBY

HAM POLO CLUB

Founded in 1926, HPC has an established and distinguished reputation and the club’s 88th year will be another unmissable season.

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ith polo grounds in Richmond, only eight miles from Hyde Park Corner, Ham Polo Club is the last remaining polo club in Greater London. Founded in 1926, HPC has an established and distinguished reputation and the club’s 88th year will be another unmissable season. Known for excellent playing and social facilities combined with a relaxed family atmosphere HPC is well worth a visit for any polo fan.

With brand new world-class competition on offer and birthday celebrations fit for a Queen, Royal Windsor Horse Show 2016 promises to be better than ever as exciting changes are announced for this year’s event which takes place from 11– 15 May. The Investec Derby Festival has announced the first of their 2016 Ambassadors, 2015 Investec Derby winner and Britain’s best-loved champion jockey, Frankie Dettori MBE. Nestled in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Albury Vineyard is the result of Nick Wenman’s passion for quality wine. Nick planted the vineyard in 2009 having retired from the IT industry to fulfil his dream of owning a vineyard.

One of the biggest events of the year at Brooklands celebrating the UK’s obsession with all things Italian. Expect the site to be bursting with all types of Italian cars and motorbikes. Test Hill demonstration will be taking place, in addition to action on the Mercedes- Benz World circuit. In previous years there have been over 200 Ferraris alone.

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30 april Auto Italia – Italian Car Day One of the biggest events of the year at Brooklands celebrating the UK’s obsession with all things Italian. Expect the site to be bursting with all types of Italian cars (and motorbikes). Test Hill demonstration will be taking place, in addition to action on the Mercedes-Benz World circuit. In previous years there have been over 200 Ferraris alone! This year there will be just as much to see and do, including many trade and club stands so come early, bring your camera and plan the whole day at Brooklands!

Brooklands Museum Brooklands Road Weybridge Surrey KT13 0QN

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CALENDAR 16 april Love oxted day

Until 1 may Orchids in the Glasshouse A colourful extravaganza in the Tropical House for the pleasure of visitor to the Glasshouse. Look up and around you to see some exotic varieties showing off their colourful blooms. Free with normal Garden entry. The Glasshouse is open 10am – 5:15pm daily (last entry 5pm).

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For one day only, a local produce market will set up stall in the town centre as the neighbouring shops and restaurants tempt visitors with exclusive discounts, promotions, tastings and more as part of the free family event. Shoppers can also enjoy live music and street food during the festivities, which will take place on Station Road East and Station Road West between 10am and 4pm. Kids can get in on the action by picking up a free trail quiz sheet from the Local Food Britain stand at the market, with a chance to win a prize by finding all the clues. Tandridge Leisure Centre will be giving 25% off family swim sessions and will also host a very special art gallery featuring designs for an Oxted-themed cake submitted by children from local schools.

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16 april Claremont Landscape Garden Family Farm Day A fun day for all the family with a wide variety of farm animals. Meet the animals from Mill Cottage Farm Experience. Children will be able to learn about the animals and a local spinner will demonstrate turning fleece into yarn. Booking Not Needed. Children are very welcome.

A National Trust Event - Gates open 10:00. Start 10:30. End 16:00. General Admission Prices Apply. For more details please phone the contact number below.

Claremont Landscape Garden, Portsmouth Road, Esher, KT10 9JG

14, 21 & 28 april, 5 & 12 may Salsa Classes at The Stoke every Thursday Guildford`s Numero Uno Salsa venue where all nationalities meet to enjoy a great night out! Complete beginners welcome, No partner needed! Students concessions! Excellent music! 2-4-1 Mojitos all night Timetable: Salsa Classes: with Carlos Paz, Miguel Gonzalez 8pm - 9pm Beginners (Level 1) and Intermediates (Level 3) 9pm - 10pm Improvers (Level 2 ) and Advanced (Level 4) 10pm - Midnight Freestyle/Club with DJ. Pricing: 1 Salsa Class £8, 2 Salsa Classes £12, (one person on the same night) Club only £4 103 Stoke Road, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4JN

22 april Make your own wooden trug Make a useful trug for your home. Using local oak, make your own trug for use at home or in the garden. Booking Essential. Phone: 01306 220644. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

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23 april Fascinators Chloë Haywood (founder of award-winning millinery business Hatastic!) will guide you through the process of making the perfect fascinator to set off your special outfit for your wedding or race meeting. Choose from a wealth of materials including, beads, sequins, feathers, ribbons, veiling and much more...

Time: 2pm to 4pm Price: £18 The Lightbox Chobham Road Woking GU21 4AA

26-30 april mummy Award winning performer and writer Amy Gwilliam and West End director Sophie Larsmon arrive at Guildford Fringe and return to their roots in Guildford with this brave and wacky comedy about Death! Mummy is a cathartic and corrosively funny new play about a young woman who has shrouded herself in studies to numb the pain of grieving. Returning to her secondary school as a publicity stunt to launch her first book “MUMMY or the Art of Saying Goodbye”, she is confronted with the spectre of her dead mother and her 16-year-old self, irritating stifled wounds and unwinding her suppressed pain.

The Back Room of The Star Inn, Quarry Street, Guildford

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Step Back in Time to the 1940s RELIVED at Brooklands Museum

Commemorating a Decade of Style, Fashion, Music and Vehicles

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tilising every available inch of the historic Brooklands site in Surrey, this event celebrates the fashion, music, style, cars and attitudes that this decade is renowned for. Importantly, the organisers have seen an increase over recent years in the interest in the immediate post-War period and how the fashions and cars from that time flourished after 6 years of hardship and really influenced the early 1950s. The centre of focus will be the dance marquee with a rolling programme of music and FREE dance classes.

Any ladies not able to finesse their look need not worry as a vintage hair and make-up parlour will be set up in the original Press

Hut. The trade village will feature sellers of original and quality reproduction clothing, home wares and ephemera from the era and the star attraction will undoubtedly be a Classic Commercial Vehicle display alongside the scores of re-enactor groups portraying everything from the Home Guard, RAF and Land Army Girls to civilian and family life. Who will win the Brooklands Best-Dressed Competition this year? Don your finest period duds, grab your partner and watch out for the sartorial scouts looking for the UK’s finest outfits. Vintage specialist Swing Shift will be providing the sounds and singing live will be chanteuse Noelle Vaughn well known as being one of the most authentic singers on the circuit – close your eyes and you’ll think you’re listening to the wireless…

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Albury Vineyard FINE WINES FROM THE SURREY HILLLS

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estled in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Albury Vineyard is the result of Nick Wenman’s passion for quality wine. Nick planted the vineyard in 2009 having retired from the IT industry to fulfil his dream of owning a vineyard. With English Sparkling now winning international competitions ahead of Champagne, Nick’s vision was to produce bubbly of the highest quality. However it was Albury’s still rosé that achieved early success with the first vintage served on the Royal Barge to celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee.

Nick believes that key to the success of the wines is the vineyard’s commitment to organic and biodynamic principles, together with excellent winemakers and a talented vineyard manager. Alex gained her doctorate in horticulture in Milan and previously worked at vineyards in Italy, New Zealand and RHS Wisley.

Running an organic vineyard is no easy task but Albury has gained a reputation for producing excellent wine. Last year, their Silent Pool Rosé was the only Surrey wine awarded a coveted UK Vineyard Association gold award.

Wonderful wine has led to popularity amongst locals, many of whom are members of the Albury Wine Club. The vineyard welcomes helps from the community during the harvest when an army of members enjoy a morning picking grapes followed by a well-deserved glass of wine. Amongst the crew is Nick’s daughter Lucy, a recent addition to the team. Having a family business is something that excites Nick, who

planted two rows of vines especially for his wife, now famous for her Linda’s Pinot.

Producing sparkling wine in England requires patience. Six years after planting, Albury first released sparkling wines last year. Albury Estate bubbly is dry, elegant and quintessentially English. With Albury wines now served at country pubs, fine dining eateries and local wine bars, wine lovers can enjoy “A Glass of Albury” knowing that it has been produced by those passionate about quality wine.

It’s hard not to be taken in by Nick’s enthusiasm, and a weekend visit to the Surrey countryside is not complete without a trip to the vineyard itself. The organic vines sit alongside the mystical Silent Pool, a lake of crystal clear water where, according to local legend, a beautiful maiden drowned escaping the clutches of King John, and now haunts the Silent Pool. It’s a popular spot for walkers who are welcomed at the vineyard along with ‘children, muddy boots and dogs’. Divert from the footpath into the vineyard and you are rewarded with a glass of wine to enjoy outside, or a vineyard tour from Nick or Alex who seize the chance to share their knowledge and passion.

THE DETAILS Albury Vineyard, Silent Pool, Shere Road, Albury GU5 9BW ••••• www.alburyvineyard.com

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WATTS AT DUSK Secret Garden at Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village

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n Friday 29 April 2016, experience the magic of a spring evening and explore Watts Gallery – Artists’ Village after hours. Join us for the first Watts at Dusk late night museum opening of 2016, the first evening event to be held at Watts Studios.

From 5 to 9pm, visitors of all ages will enjoy an evening of art, entertainment, themed food and drink and more.

Enjoy a selection of delicious homemade snacks, cakes and sweet treats from The Vintage Pop Up Tea Room, all inspired by the traditional English garden. Meet the award-winning mixologists from The Bit Bar and sip on specially blended botanical cocktails (alcohol free available) as students from Prior’s Field School entertain with roaming musical performances of Victorian classics and music inspired by nature. Visit Limnerslease, G F and Mary Wattses’ Arts & Crafts home designed by Sir Ernest George, in an exclusive open house featuring harp music in the red room.

Step back into the Victorian period at Watts Studios before exploring the surrounding woodland in Discover! Flower Power, searching for secret quotes that reveal more about the Wattses’ love of nature and their life in the Surrey Hills.

Uncover the Victorian secret language of flowers with artists from Avant Gardening, and exchange your own secret to receive a plant to place in the ‘secrets garden’.

Have your face transformed into a magical floral artwork by artisan face painters from Fascinating Faces then try your hand at traditional garden games like croquet, quoits or giant dominoes on the Limnerslease lawn.

Admission is free for children aged 16 and under, and adults receive 2 for 1 entry. All activities are free with admission, and no advance booking is required.

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PREVIOUS WATTS AT DUSK VISITORS SAY: ‘Fabulous craft activity, beautiful inspiring singing, delicious drinks – oh, and rather good paintings too!’

‘Informative and interesting tour + great food + fantastic surroundings = a perfect Friday.’

‘A really lovely evening. . . Everything looked magical in the evening light.’

‘Great to discover a new and inspiring way to spend Friday night in a relaxed atmosphere.’

‘Wonderful! Charming for all different ages.’

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FRANKLY SINATRA performing at G Live Guildford

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he world’s No1 Frank Sinatra, Stephen Triffitt, is coming to town to celebrate the golden anniversary of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ most famous recording – Sinatra Live at the Sands.

A brand-new production called Frankly Sinatra features many of the songs from the classic album, performed just the way they were back in 1966.

Regarded as the definitive Sinatra live performance, the album was Frank’s first commercially-released live recording, packed with 22 tracks including many of his best-known hits.

Frankly Sinatra’s producers say that authenticity can be assured: star of the show – Stephen Triffitt – has himself enjoyed three seasons at Las Vegas’ Sands Casino portraying Frank.

Featuring the swing, swagger and the velvet vocals of Frank Sinatra in concert, Stephen Triffitt is acclaimed worldwide as the master of his craft. He created the role of Ol’ Blue Eyes in the original West End production of The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas that toured the USA, Canada and Europe.

The lavish production is brought to the stage by Easy Theatres, the theatre show specialists responsible for hit touring stage productions like Magic of Motown, Thank You for the Music, An Evening of Burlesque and A Night of Dirty Dancing.

The company’s MD, Michael Taylor, says Sinatra’s golden anniversary is to be celebrated in “swinging style” with a nationwide tour of brand-new stage show Frankly Sinatra in 2016.

“There’s no better Sinatra,” says Michael. “Stephen Triffitt has sold out the London Palladium twice and the Royal Festival Hall with solo concert shows.

“In Frankly Sinatra he skilfully dips in and out of character

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to tell the fascinating tale of the greatest vocalist and most charismatic performer of our time.”

The critics agree. The London Evening Standard describes Stephen’s resemblance to Sinatra as ”unsettlingly perfect”.

With sculpted hair, twinkling blue eyes, and shiny black patent leather shoes, Stephen is famed for performing classic hits Fly Me to the Moon; Mack the Knife; New York, New York; My Way; That’s Life; Under My Skin; Lady is a Tramp; My Kind of Town; All the Way and Luck Be a Lady with all Frank’s laid back charm.

Michael says: “Stephen not only walks the walk, he talks the talk. Combining delicious vocals with a playful, laid-back stage presence, he faithfully recreates Frank’s trademark stage persona with consummate ease.”

Backed by the sound of big band swing, Frankly Sinatra brings the Chairman of the Board to town to celebrate the golden anniversary of Sinatra Live at the Sands with StephenTriffitt, described by the show’s creators as “frankly the best thing since Sinatra himself ”.

THE DETAILS Friday 3rd June 2016 – 7:30pm G Live Guildford ••••• London Road, Guildford, GU11 2AA Tickets: £27.50 & £25.50 ••••• Box Office: 01483 369350 glive.co.uk; easytheatres.com Facebook.com/FranklySinatra Twitter.com/Frankly1Sinatra

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What’s New AT ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW IN 2016

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ith brand new world-class competition on offer and birthday celebrations fit for a Queen, Royal Windsor Horse Show 2016 promises to be better than ever as exciting changes are announced for this year’s event which takes place from 11– 15 May. One of the new innovations for 2016 will be the Land Rover International Driving Grand Prix upgrading to a CAIO4* World Cup Qualifier, a Nations Team competition for Carriage Driving. Nations can enter a team of up to three people with two of the team-mates’ best overall scores counted over the course of the three phases of Dressage, Marathon and Cones. The 4* status now means that drivers who gain World Cup points, can earn

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five bonus points towards the hotly contested FEI World Cup™ Driving Qualification for the 2016-2017 indoor World Cup season.

National Dressage will also be drawing in the best of British as the UK’s top riders will be invited to take part in a must-see class on Wednesday 11th May. This will be one of the last opportunities to watch the potential members of Team GBR compete their podium-worthy dressage routines on home soil ahead of the highly anticipated Rio Olympics in August.

As well as top Carriage Driving and Dressage riders gravitating to the show, the newly enhanced 4* International Jumping status will furthermore entice leading competitors from around the globe as Royal

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Another welcomed change to the Horse Show this year is that due to the level of prestige in the competition Windsor Horse Show hosts six 4* classes including the CSI4* Rolex Grand Prix for the Kingdom of Bahrain Trophy.

At the other end of the scale, Windsor will also be introducing CSIAm-A classes to this year’s event, open to national and international riders, where five classes will be held over the course of the Show.

Another welcomed change to the Horse Show this year is that due to the level of prestige in the competitions the total prize money for the Show has now reached £293,395.

In addition to the new and revamped classes, this year will see the celebrations for the Queen’s 90th Birthday taking place on the last four evenings of Royal Windsor Horse Show. For those who missed out on tickets for the special celebratory event, many of the world’s best equestrian acts who will be performing for The Queen will

also be displaying at Royal Windsor Horse Show during the day, these are likely to include The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, The Oman Royal Cavalry, Chilean Huasos, The New Zealand Army Band and The South Australian Police Band.

This special action-packed show will also see the return of some of the old favourites that are guaranteed to get the crowds cheering including The Shetland Pony Grand National, The DAKS Pony Club Mounted Games, Tent Pegging, the Coaching Marathon, over 100 Showing classes which attract top quality combinations of riders and horses from all over the country, as well as the CE12* International Endurance competition, held in The Great Park on Friday 13th May. THE DETAILS Tickets to Royal Windsor Horse Show can be purchased at www.rwhs.co.uk or telephone the box office on 0844 581 4960 from the UK and +44 (0) 121 796 6290 internationally.

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INVESTEC DERBY FESTIVAL 2016

Frankie Dettori and Poldark star Eleanor Tomlinson announced as Ambassadors female star of the hugely successful and critically acclaimed BBC series POLDARK, Eleanor Tomlinson.

Eleanor was photographed to launch this prestigious event in a selection of Derby Day-inspired fashion at its host racecourse, Epsom Downs.

She commented; “I’m absolutely delighted to be invited to be an ambassador for the Investec Derby.” She added, “Horse racing has been a huge part of my life since an early age; my father is a commentator and I grew up in the saddle so it’s a real honour to be part of one of racing’s most prestigious events. I absolutely loved the fashion at the photoshoot and can’t wait to dress up and attend Investec Derby Day on Saturday 4 June!”

Epsom Downs Racecourse has been a venue for the sport of horse racing since the 17th Century, with the first running of The Oaks taking place in 1779 and The Derby a year later. Since that time the Investec Derby has developed into the World’s Greatest Flat Race and is now part of the unique and vibrant Investec Derby Festival.

2016 will see 10 fantastic race days including the Investec Derby Festival, An evening at the races with The Corrs and the London Gatwick Family Fun Day.

Renowned as the world’s greatest flat race and one of the biggest social events in the British calendar

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he Investec Derby Festival has announced the first of their 2016 Ambassadors, 2015 Investec Derby winner and Britain’s best-loved champion jockey, Frankie Dettori MBE. Golden Horn and Frankie Dettori came out on top in the 236th running of the Investec Derby, Britain’s richest horse race. Frankie produced a wonderful ride on the favourite to beat his John Gosden-trained stablemate Jack Hobbs by three-and-a-half lengths. Golden Horn became the first horse since Sea the Stars to follow up his Derby success by winning the Coral-Eclipse at Sandown Park and then went on to light up Longchamp when winning the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe in devastating fashion.

Renowned as the world’s greatest flat race and one of the biggest social events in the British calendar, this year’s Derby Festival takes place on Friday 3 and Saturday 4 June and is estimated to attract over 125,000 visitors.

Frankie Dettori commented; “The Investec Derby is the greatest flat race in the world. It’s the one every jockey wants to win, so to have achieved this twice is something I am very proud of. ” Reminiscing about last year’s Investec Derby he said; “Racing at Epsom Downs Racecourse on Derby Day is a unique feeling. In my 28 years of riding, that last furlong, I have never felt that kind of emotion” The second of their 2016 Ambassador line-up is the

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3-4 june 2016

THE DETAILS Ladies Day tickets start from £13.50 and Derby Day tickets start from £15.00. For further information on the enclosures and to book tickets please visit www.epsomderby.co.uk or call Epsom Downs Racecourse on 0844 579 3004.

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A Play, A Pint & A Pasty

returns to Guildford Fringe with a superb piece of new writing.

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ward winning performer and writer Amy Gwilliam and West End director Sophie Larsmon arrive at Guildford Fringe and return to their roots in Guildford with this brave and wacky comedy about Death!

Mummy is a cathartic and corrosively funny new play about a young woman who has shrouded herself in studies to numb the pain of grieving. Returning to her secondary school as a publicity stunt to launch her first book “MUMMY or the Art of Saying Goodbye”, she is confronted with the spectre of her dead mother and her 16-year-old self, irritating stifled wounds and unwinding her suppressed pain.

The show is semi-autobiographical; a homage to Amy’s own mother, television and film director Liddy Oldroyd, who was born and bred in Guildford, and died in 2002.

Amy Gwilliam says ‘Sophie and I met on our first day at Guildford High School back in 1997. In the years that would follow we would perform in, and devise, many productions together, culminating in co-directing the Panto in our final year!’ Amy continues.

‘This creation has been no less wonderful and marks the beginning of (I hope!) many future projects together.’

Mummy runs from Tuesday 26th April through to Saturday 30th April with a show each evening at 8pm and a 3pm matinée on the Friday. It will be performed at The Back Room of The Star Inn, Quarry Street, Guildford.

‘I am over the moon to be welcoming Amy and Sophie back to their home town and to work with them on a great piece of theatre’ says Nick Wyschna, Artistic Director at Guildford Fringe. ‘It is always a challenge to find the right piece to put on so when I met Amy at a theatre networking event in London it was a wonderful moment when things just started to fall into place. I cannot wait to welcome you all in to watch Amy’s wonderful play… and to enjoy a pint and pasty on us of course!’

Mummy is a co-production with Guildford Fringe Theatre Company and Amy Gwilliam.

26-30 april 2016

THE DETAILS Tickets are £16.50 (£14.50 concessions) and can be purchased by visiting www.GuildfordFringe.com or by calling 0333 666 3366. All tickets include ‘A Play, A Pint and A Pasty!

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BURNHAM BEECHES GOLF CLUB 125th ANNIVERSARY

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t’s a big year for Burnham Beeches Golf Club as it celebrates its 125th anniversary, the first Club in Buckinghamshire to do so.

To mark this momentous occasion the Club have a number of special events and initiatives lined up through the year. For the first time in the Clubs history Burnham Beeches will be hosting a national tournament run by England Golf. The English Senior Women’s Amateur will attract all the best Ladies throughout the Country to test their skills in June over the Club’s fine parkland golf course.

In addition a grand summer ball with marquee and entertainment is to be held in July for the Members. Michael Roe, a long standing Member, has also updated the book “ Golf amongst the Beeches “ charting all the major events in the Club’s history and proceeds from the sale of this will go to the Captain’s Charity – Alzheimers Dementia Support.

Although the Club has a long history they are also looking to the future and have introduced new initiatives to encourage the next generation of golfers. All Juniors aged 12 or under are entitled to free membership and this includes tuition through the school holidays from the Club’s Professionals. Furthermore there is no joining fee for any new Member under the age of 25 and reduced subscriptions up to age of 30.

The Club also have a limited number of Full memberships available for those looking for a friendly quality golfing experience at a Club that continues to grow and invest in its facilities. The beautiful course sits on the edge of the ancient Burnham Beeches woodland and offers peace and tranquillity amid all the hustle and bustle of being so close to London. At 6449 yards off the back tees the course offers a good test for the better golfer

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however the set-up is such that all level of player can enjoy the layout and the fact that the 9th green is so close to the club house means it is the perfect course for those may only want to play 9 holes.

Visitor usage is strictly controlled so that Members come first and can enjoy playing their course with no need to book tee times. Furthermore all green side bunkers have recently been refurbished and path upgrades are the next project being carried out.

The Club never stands still and those discerning golfers looking to play at a true Members course should look no further than Burnham Beeches.

THE DETAILS Burnham Beeches Golf Club, Green Lane, Burnham, SL1 8EG. ••••• www.bbgc.co.uk enquiries@bbgc.co.uk

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Equitrade Capital brings its tailored investing approach to Surrey

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ention the words Equitrade Capital in the midlands and people will know who you’re talking about. Established in Birmingham over a decade ago, Equitrade Capital is expanding its operations with the launch of a new office based in Esher, Surrey.

The expansion remains very much in-line with the firms’ core values, being able to act as your ‘local broker’ and to remove that barrier that prevents trust and a personal relationship between the client and the thousands of brokers battling against each other in the City.

“The way I see it, everybody has a local dentist, doctor, hairdresser and so on, what’s the difference with a broker?

level of care.

The firm is comprised of senior management, a research centre, a team of trainee and senior brokers as well as a compliance and legal department; all working to fulfill the award winning Broker’s founding values and help Equitrade to continue their journey of rapid growth and further establishing its presence within the UK investment circle.

“The Surrey launch is a great stepping stone for us here at Equitrade. We want to be accessible and we want to be transparent. As a firm we’re expanding but we’d like clients to feel as though they’re still able to literally pop in to the office for a coffee to discuss the markets and

The Surrey launch is a great stepping stone for us here at Equitrade. We want to be accessible Providing we can produce returns and a service that matches, if not exceeds what the City boys are offering, we should have a competitive advantage.” Amarjet Snehi ACSI, managing director (pictured above).

Equitrade Capital has established a solid market share within the advisory financial services industry over recent years by placing upmost importance on client relationships and transparency. For clients looking to get involved in the markets or gain further knowledge of the vast products that Equitrade has to offer, they host weekly interactive workshops in the local area, where invitees get the chance to meet with the brokers face to face, the ability to ask questions as well as networking with the other attendees.

Equitrade Capital offer a bespoke stock Broking experience, where every pound managed by the firm is of equal important and every client is treated with the same 3 6 APRIL 2 0 1 6

their portfolios with a member of staff.” Lewis Casserley, Equitrade Capital Surrey.

Equitrade offer a range of financial instruments from leveraged products such as CFDs, right through to share dealing, bonds and SIPPs. THE DETAILS To find out more about about Equitrade Capital and how they work, visit their website www.equitradecapital.co.uk or email Lewis directly at L.casserley@equitradecapital.co.uk T: 0121 454 0770 ••••• Little Orchard , Raleigh Drive, Esher Surrey, KT10 9DE

LOVE LOC AL

Passionate & enchanted by all things tiny…

Kensington Dollshouse Festival – Summer Show 2016

Teeny Weeny Teddies-KDF Exhibitor

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or over 30 years the Kensington Dollshouse Festival has been searching all over the globe for the best craftsmen who can perfectly replicate everyday life in miniature. We have over 170 artists from all corners of the world attending our London shows. These makers specialise in all aspects of miniatures from a grand, fully decorated mansion to a humble clothes peg & everything in between.

This is not just a day out for collectors & enthusiasts but a fascinating event for everyone of any age. You will see an awe-inspiring array of dolls houses & contents, as well as a selection of the top specialist suppliers who can provide all the tools & materials you need to have a go yourself, with a rare opportunity to talk to the super-talented craftsmen who make these incredible tiny things, many of whom do not exhibit at any other shows in the UK.

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Carrington, Tine Krijnen & Geoff Wonnacott are all running classes where you can learn some of their tricks of the trade.

Please visit the website to find out more about the show including a 20 minute documentary ‘1:12’ which is now available for you to watch. www.dollshousefestival.com

HAM HOUSE IN MINIATURE

They are incredibly lucky to have a very special house on display at the Festival in May. The latest project by Mulvany & Rogers is a copy of Ham House, which they are creating for an international collector. They have had unique access to the National Trust property that overlooks the Thames, which has enabled them to recreate the house as it was in its heyday. They have collaborated with many of our regular KDF exhibitors including Geoff Wonnacott, Jens Torp, Leslie Smith + many more. This will be a unique opportunity to view the house up close & chat with its creators. It is going to be spectacular.

PERFECTION IN MINIATURE AWARDS

KDF are hosting the PIMAs again. These were launched last year & were a huge hit with the craftsmen & visitors to the show. All KDF exhibitors are eligible to enter & we are looking for something really special. There were some incredible entries last year (The winner was Lawrence St Leger & his absurdly brilliant, 7 blade, fully working Swiss Army pen knife). All entries will be on display & for sale at the show..

The International Guild of Miniature Artisans( IGMA) are organising some superb workshops taking place in Kensington in the run up to the show. Jamie

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Lamis Miniatures New Exhibitor-16S

Gale-ElenaBantock-2-KDFExhibitor All images courtesy of Kensington Dollshouse Festival

THE DETAILS Dates: May 13th & 14th 2016 Venue: Kensington Town Hall, Hornton Street, London W8 7NX Open: Friday 13th – 12.00 – 19.00, Saturday 14th – 10.00 – 17.00 ••••• Tickets: In advance via our website: Adult - Friday 13th - £13.00 (£11 if purchased in advance) Adult - 2 day ticket - £16 (in advance only) ••••• ON THE DOOR ONLY Child ticket - £5 (either day – 3-16 years) Adult - Sat 14th - £7.00 Family ticket - £20 (Saturday only)

EDUC ATION

An education tailored for boys

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he town of Guildford is bucking a national trend which continues to be at the heart of heated educational discussion in the press and social media. A row over single-sex education has again flared up with the suggestion that students at single-sex institutions are at a huge disadvantage living in a deeply unrealistic world and, as such, all-boys and allgirls schools are educational dinosaurs.

The number of single-sex schools continues to drop and yet the RGS remains proud to have offered boys-only education in the centre of Guildford for over 500 years, an education which not only allows boys to emerge with exceptional results but also to develop into confident, grounded, thoroughly decent individuals. The smooth coexistence with the neighbouring girls schools means that RGS boys get the very best of both worlds: an education tailored for boys where the teaching and support are geared specifically to the learning style of boys without gender stereotype, prejudice or distraction, while in every other way allowing the boys – with the freedom which a town-centre school affords – to enjoy healthy and normal interaction with girls in the academic, artistic, extracurricular and social spheres.

This media storm has coincided with a time when, if justification were required with regard to perceived disadvantages, the RGS can justifiably claim to be proud of its past, its present and its future. Our Old Guildfordians continue to flourish on the national and international stages: Jack Clifford (OG11) is part of Eddie Jones’s new-look England rugby squad for the Six Nations; Angus Goodwin (OG06) won the prestigious Turner Prize as founder

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member of art, architecture and design collective Assemble for his work on a Liverpool housing estate; Tom Griffiths (OG09), in the presence of The Prince of Wales, was awarded the Sword of Honour at the Sovereign’s Parade; Giles Hutchings (OG13) has been participating in the Champion of Champions tournament on Channel 4’s Countdown. The current Upper Sixth Form has just received 38 Oxbridge offers: the second highest ever for the School and a record for the RGS for Cambridge offers with 25. The future looks equally exciting and recently we have been delighted to welcome prospective students from Prep and Primary Schools – impressive in both number and calibre alike – who sat our 11+ entrance examinations.

There are great schools which are single-sex or co-educational, which are day or boarding, which are independent or maintained: the important thing is not, however, the label but an institution in which pupils are happy, have the scope to flourish and grow, and where they can fulfil their potential. It is in this light that we continue to be proud of all those boys who have worn, continue to wear and will wear in the future, the RGS blazer.

THE DETAILS Royal Grammar School, Guildford, High Street, Guildford GU1 3BB ••••• Twitter: @RGSGuildford Facebook: RGSGuildford www.rgs-guildford.co.uk

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UK parents among

‘the strictest in Europe’

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ritish parents are among the strictest in Europe after a study has revealed they are more reluctant to let their children play and travel unsupervised.

Worried parents in England restrict their child’s ability to play and travel without adult supervision more than their European counterparts, the research found.

The study revealed parents are mainly worried about the potential danger from road traffic and going out in the dark and it followed calls from leading teachers to expose children to more genuine risk.

Researchers compared children’s independent mobility in 16 countries worldwide based on a survey of over

children to use daylight hours and prevent road deaths.

Ben Shaw, Director of Policy Studies Institute, said: “ Allowing children the freedom to get about in their local area unaccompanied by adults has been found to be important for their health and physical, mental and social development. Yet we have found that children around the world have significant restrictions placed on their freedom to get about – to go to school, to visit friends, and get to places to play.

“Children’s freedom of movement has declined in recent decades and danger from traffic is the main reason parents give for not letting their children out by themselves.

Researchers compared children’s independent mobility in 16 countries worldwide based on a survey of over 18,000 children 18,000 children aged 7 - 15 from 2010 to 2012.

Carried out by the Policy Studies Institute (PSI) at the University of Westminster, it found that children’s ability to travel and play in their local area unsupervised by adults varies widely with England in seventh place compared to more lenient countries like Germany and Finland.

The only European countries from the sample that allow children of any age to go out after dark are Finland, Sweden and Denmark, the study funded by the Nuffield Foundation revealed.

Separately, England held the seventh place in the ranking, positioning parents as among the less lenient in Europe.

The report recommended a reduction of car dependency and a change in Daylight Saving Time to allow

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We are struck by how this significant danger and major restriction on children, is routinely accepted given the health and developmental benefits independent mobility has been shown to result in. “While restrictions on children’s freedom have increased, our research has looked at how this situation can be turned around.

“We have found some shining examples of cities such as Rotterdam and Vancouver which have been inspired to place children at the centre of their development; on the basis that if a city works for children it works for everyone.

“However, if the benefits of these approaches are to be enjoyed in the UK, the needs of children must be given much greater priority by decision makers working in the policy areas of planning, development and transport.

EDUC ATION education

‘Private schools should be praised for producing influential people’

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A study by Debrett’s, the etiquette experts, reveals that two-fifths of the 500 most powerful and influential people in Britain went to private schools

rucially this cuts across all spheres of influence, including not only traditional careers, like business and politics, but areas like architecture and acting too: witness the amazing global success of Eton-educated Eddie Redmayne, still only 33, as Professor Stephen Hawking, in The Theory of Everything.

Of course private schools are always going to produce far more than their fair share of Society’s most powerful “players”. This is inevitable, given the fact that most successful people educate their own children privately; thus the system is guaranteed to be perpetuated, with success breeding success.

For example, high-flying parents will have all the key contacts, whether in commerce or theatre, to help ensure their own offspring have that first, vital helping hand up the career ladder.

Work experience slots inevitably go to the children of top business people or lawyers, for example as inevitably their parents have the contacts to find precious openings.

And anyone who has been to a private school, whether big or small, famous or not so famous, will know that there will be many such high-achieving parents. Their added

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influence opens doors more easily and, crucially, other pupils can also benefit from their contacts.

For example, successful parents are often instrumental in prompting high-profile acquaintances to visit schools as speakers: spending time with pupils and offering invaluable advice on “How to succeed” in the process. That way, everyone benefits from their expertise. This is indeed how the system works on a termly basis: little nudges here and there, but nothing too blatant or nepotistic.

Private schools are exceedingly good at producing successful pupils…

EDUC ATION

ACM Alumnus Newton Faulkner returns in partnership with Eagle 3 to give a masterclass and performance

“It definitely gave me more information on the business side than I would of had otherwise because I had a lot of very confused friends - I became a central point of information for a little while (laughes). But yeah just playing stuff, friends, I mean I’m working with a drummer that I met whilst I was here. So yeah all kinds of contacts and stuff it’s amazing!”

- Newton Faulkner on his ACM experience (ACM Alumnus)

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arlier this year, the Academy Of Contemporary music (in partnership with Eagle3) welcomed back alumnus Newton Faulkner for a performance and masterclass as part of their much-anticipated ‘Odeon Sessions’.

Presenting the session was Eagle Radio presenter Stuart Provan.

Starting with an interview that covered the music business, his latest album and his time at ACM, all with many anecdotes along the way, the session was then followed by a Q & A session with the students who were thoroughly engaged throughout.

Newton played three songs during the masterclass and even did an ad hoc and unplanned performance of ‘Gone In The Morning’ for a student fan who’d not heard the track live before.

Graduating from ACM with a Higher Diploma in performance specialising in guitar, Newton has since gone on to achieve platinum status for his music. The Academy is extremely proud of its contributions to Newton’s musical education. Remembering his time at ACM fondly, Newton revealed that hit ‘I Need Something’ was actually penned on a lunch break between lectures by the riverside next to The Electric Theatre. During the masterclass, Newton mentioned that prior to auditioning for ACM, he was turned down by the BRIT School ; proof that you can’t give up at the first hurdle in this tough business - a message that ACM teaches all students passing through its doors.

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Newton’s visit to ACM was a complete success and students left having learned a great deal about how they can follow in Newton Faulkner’s footsteps. At the same time as the Academy welcomed Newton back to speak to the next generation of talented students, it also announced that from September 2016, all diploma courses will be free of charge to students under 19 years old. This is a move to ensure that all young people have equal opportunities to access education and pursue their career aspirations, regardless of their background or social standing.

From top: Students; Newton Faulkner; Newton Faulkner; Newton Faulkner being interviewed by Stuart Provan of Eagle Radio; Newton Faulkner with students

THE DETAILS For more information about how you can follow in Newton’s footsteps by studying on one of our Diploma or Degree programmes, visit www.acm.ac.uk, phone 01483500800 or email enquiries@acm.ac.uk

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EDUC ATION

Girls excel at Heathfield School

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eathfield School in Ascot is a dynamic, independent day and boarding school for girls aged 11 to 18. Girls benefit from the unique and unrivalled opportunities that this small school provides. Heathfield’s excellence and unique qualities are frequently recognised and lauded both in the national press and in inspections.

Heathfield’s small size and superb staff enables it to focus on the individual like no other. With a unique understanding of each girl, the school ensures she achieves the best she possibly can while embracing life to the full by participating in a wide variety of extra-curricular activities. Pastorally, it has been rated as ‘Outstanding’ by the ISI and it is consistently strong academically. Excellent 2015 A Level results saw 100% of pupils accepted into their first choice of university including Bristol, Exeter, Reading, Edinburgh, Newcastle and the University of the Arts London and at international institutions including the University of British Columbia in Canada. 41% of 2015 leavers went on to Russell Group universities.

Also in 2015, Heathfield’s Value Added score ranked in the top 17% of all schools nationally. Value Added is a score produced by the Centre for Evaluation and Monitoring at Durham University, which analyses subject performance and pupil ability data. This means that pupils at Heathfield are more likely to exceed their projected academic targets than at 83% of other schools nationally.

In September 2014, Heathfield became the first school in the UK to join with the London College of Fashion at the University of the Arts London for a unique and ongoing progression partnership which came about because of the talent they witnessed at the annual Fashion Show.

Heathfield was awarded a record fifth Good Schools Guide Award in the same category – best performance in a British school for girls taking Art and Design

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(Photography) at A Level in 2015.

The new state-of-the-art STEM facility opened in September 2015. In the core STEM subjects at GCSE in 2015, pupils performed strongly with 100% achieving all A*- C grades in Mathematics and Biology and 92% achieving A*- C in Chemistry and Physics.

The sporting facilities within the 36 acre site includes a large multi-purpose Sports Hall, two Squash courts, a Dance studio, gym, five Lacrosse pitches, six Netball/ Tennis courts and a 25m indoor Swimming pool.

Heathfield competes successfully in a broad range of sports including Athletics, Lacrosse, Netball, Polo, Rounders, Skiing, Swimming and Show-Jumping.

Boarding accommodation at Heathfield is first class with girls having their own single rooms from Form IV upwards while Sixth Formers live together in Wyatt House a similar environment to university halls of residence, where they can cook together in one of the two kitchens.

Heathfield provides a vibrant and exciting environment where girls excel and build lifelong friendships and fantastic memories.

NEXT OPEN DAY THE DETAILS Heathfield School, Ascot London Road, Ascot SL5 8BQ ••••• 01344 898343 www.heathfieldschool.net

Saturday 21 May 10am – 12 noon contact registrar@heathfieldschool.net to book a place.

HEALTH

& BEAUTY

Bright Eyes

Eye Rejuvenation at the Light Touch Clinic

H EALTH & BEAUTY

ProSkin SPRING Body Blitz!

It’s that time of year when the hemlines are shorter and more skin is on show. Whether you want to lose inches or tackle cellulite; 3D lipo could be the solution to all of your body contouring needs!

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ust like the name suggests, 3D lipo takes a truly three dimensional approach to weight loss and body sculpting.

The treatment encompasses a range of individual, but complementary technologies, which work together to permanently remove stubborn fat, reduce the appearance of cellulite and tighten the skin.

Cellulite Reduction

Cellulite reduction treatment, known as ‘Dermology,’ involves two complementary treatments, which are available individually or as part of a wider treatment programme. 3D Dermology involves rolling the skin with special rollers. During treatment, a vacuum roller applies firm, but comfortable, pressure to the treated area to stimulate blood flow. Vacuum suction then removes depleted fat cells through the lymphatic system and radio frequency treatment tightens the skin. Increased blood flow also increases the oxygen supply to the treated area, stimulating the regeneration of healthy, smooth skin. This type of treatment can be particularly beneficial to patients with naturally sluggish lymphatic systems.

Inch Loss

ProSkin Clinics use two techniques, known as ultrasound Cavitation and Cryolipolysis, to help you

lose weight and inches quickly.

As the name suggests, ultrasound cavitation uses ultrasonic waves to break down fat cells, allowing their contents to be naturally removed from the body.

Cryolipolysis, on the other hand, uses low temperatures, or cryotherapy, to freeze a percentage of the cells in the treated area in a controlled way to achieve the same effect. Both treatments are highly effective at removing fat from problem areas, such as the affectionately named, but undesirable ‘bingo wings’, ‘love handles’ or ‘muffin top, in comfort and safety.

Skin Tightening

The exposure of the skin to radio frequency waves creates a heating effect, which causes the fibres of protein, known as collagen, to contract. The heating effect also stimulates the growth of new collagen fibres, so the result is an immediate tightening effect. Radio frequency treatment is ideal for improving the appearance of sagging skin on the face, arms, stomach or thighs.

THE DETAILS If you would like to find out more or book in for your free consultation and taster session email us at esher@proskinclinics.com or call 01372 232295.

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Bright Eyes Eye Rejuvenation at the Light Touch Clinic Eyes are considered the windows to the soul, but what do you do when the skin that frames them begins to age? At the Light Touch Clinic our Doctors have a range of treatments and products specifically designed for the eye area to make you look as young as you feel.

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World-Class Skincare

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In addition to offering amazing eye treatments, in our Skincare Boutique we have a collection of goldstandard anti-ageing products.

Two of our best products for rejuvenating the eye area are the Dr Levy Eye Booster Concentrate and ZO Hydrafirm Eye Brightening Repair Crème. after

Dermal Fillers

As we get older, we lose collagen and elasticity in the area between the top of the cheek and the lower eye. This can cause tear troughs to become deeper and longer which can make us look older and tired. However, we have a fantastic solution in tear trough filler injections. Carefully administered by one of our highly-trained Doctors dermal filler injections replenish the natural collagen and hyaluronic acid in the skin. At the Light Touch Clinic we believe in replacing lost volume, not adding volume that wasn’t there in the first place. You will the leave the clinic looking bright-eyed and rejuvenated.

Packed with retinol and antioxidants, ZO Hydrafirm Eye Brightening Repair Crème is a favourite with our staff and clients alike. This fab cream helps improve skin’s elasticity, calms any puffiness and reduces the appearance of fine lines. Due to the product’s strong ingredients, you will need to come in for a consultation with one of our Doctors first.

The Dr Levy Eye Booster Concentrate is a smooth, hydrating formula which uses a unique cocktail of potent ingredients to rejuvenate the skin. The superstar ingredient in this product is Argan CDV, a stem cell activator derived from plants which is proven to stimulate the skin’s natural wrinkle-fighting cells.

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INTRAcel Eye

INTRAcel Eye is another fantastic treatment for rejuvenating the delicate eye area. In particular, this treatment is effective for reducing the appearance of crow’s feet and eye bags. Unlike our regular INTRAcel treatment which uses micro-needling, this treatment is totally non-invasive as it uses tiny electrodes to administer radiofrequency energy to the skin. This stimulates the production of elastin and collagen, the building blocks of supple, youthful skin.

Why Light Touch Clinic?

• Unrivalled expertise with a team of cosmetic doctors, one of which is also a plastic surgeon, and 2 highly-trained aestheticians.

• Multi-award winning clinic • CQC-registered • Industry-leading results • Award-winning treatments

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Dr Levy Eye Booster Concentrate

Hydrafirm Eye Brightening Repair Crème

THE DETAILS

Light Touch Clinic, 50 Church Street, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 8DS www.lighttouchclinic.co.uk info@lighttouchclinic.co.uk 01932 849552 APRIL 2 0 1 6 5 9

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Nail the Nineties look Moschino women’s spring-summer 2016 collection

Kenzo’s Spring-Summer 2016,

If the SS16 catwalks told us anything, it’s that the Nineties fashion revival is in full swing, and it was no different backstage.

By Katie Wright, Press Association

Blank Canvas Cosmetics F40 Small Tapered Contour Brush

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e lost count of the number of make-up artists citing influences from those hazy premillennium days, but thinking back, is Nineties make-up really something we want to bring back - all that lip gloss and bronzer? As it happens, yes, it is - because this time round, the make-up maestros have translated the best of the decade, making it super wearable and ideal for spring. Here’s how to nail the Nineties look now...

BROWS NOW

Kneeling unabashedly at the alter of that Nineties goddess, the Supermodel, make-up artist Tom Pecheux gave models at Moschino huge brows, shimmering skin and mahogany 6 0 APRIL 2 0 1 6

lips, all topped off with Linda Evangelistastyle pixie crop wigs. At Christopher Kane, Lucia Pieroni said the brows were “a bit feral”, which means you should be combing them up and out, before filling in with a brow pencil that matches your natural shade. If you’ve gone a bit tweezer-happy and plucked beyond recognition, try Illamasqua’s new Brow Build, which contains micro-fibres to subtly thicken and fill brows.

Illamasqua Brow Build in Flow, £18.50 (available April 7; www.illamasqua.com); MAC Big Brow Pencil in Spiked, £16 (www.maccosmetics.co.uk)

TAME YOUR TAN

Back in the Nineties, before Instagram, the Kardashians and the rise of the YouTube make-up tutorial, contouring wasn’t ‘a thing’ and bronzer was applied liberally with a huge brush, the aim being an all-over tan, as if you’d just returned from two weeks in Miami. Nowadays, it’s all about carefully placed colour, so use a small contouring brush and a shimmery (rather than matte) bronzing powder across your cheekbones, temples and down the sides of your nose, then use a larger brush to blend out. You’re aiming for what Lynsey Alexander at Kenzo called “a desert sepia-toned tan”.

Illamasqua Beyond Powder in Epic, £32 (available April 21; www.illamasqua.com); Givenchy Les Saisons Healthy Glow Powder in Ambre Saison, £36 (www.houseoffraser.co.uk); Blank Canvas Cosmetics F40 Small Tapered Contour Brush, £11.84 (www.blankcanvascosmetics.com)

UP-ALL-NIGHT LINER

Lucia Pieroni designed the make-up looks for Emilio Pucci and Chloe, claiming Nineties grunge and “rave girls” were the inspiration, which explains why both had a gorgeously smudgy eyeliner look. To recreate this slept-in feel, dust a pale grey or nude shadow on the Left: AP Photo/Luca Bruno/PA Photos Far left: AP Photo/Thibault Camus/PA Photos All images courtesy of PA Photo/Handout

TOP 5 BEAUTY BUYS

Get the Buy it now The latest fragrance offering from Jo Malone is a stimulating one, inspired by the nation’s favourite drink. Rare Teas is a collection of unisex colognes created using an industry-first infusion process, similar to brewing a pot, where the leaves are steeped for up to 100 hours then melded with complementary notes. From the floral-tinged delicacy of Silver Needle Tea, to the rich and robust Midnight Black Tea, there are six limited editions, so everyone can find their perfect brew.

Jo Malone Rare Teas collection, £240 for 175ml (www.jomalone.com)

upper lid, then apply a fine line of black or slate grey kohl on the waterline and below the lower lashes, smudging with your finger tip - and for an authentic Nineties carefree feel, go mascara-less.

New Cid I-Smoulder Smoky Eye Pencil and Shadow in Charcoal, £18.50 (www.newcidcosmetics.com); Chanel Limited Edition Stylo Eyeshadow Fresh Effect Eyeshadow in Vert Grise, £23 (www.debenhams.com)

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Sarah Chapman Skinesis Face & Eyes Facial-in-a-box from Space NK

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MAC Eyeshadow in Da Bling

GET THE GLOSS

Make-up artists got really creative when coming up with ways to achieve a pale, matte Nineties lip, using anything but lipstick. At Alberta Ferretti, MAC Da Bling eyeshadow was patted onto lips, and at Blumarine, a pink cream shadow was used. A matte liquid lipstick is an easier way to get the look, and has better staying power, but for the ultimate Nineties homage, it doesn’t get better than a shiny brown lip, as seen at Kenzo. Either slick on a heap of caramelhued gloss or, for longer-lasting colour, fill in your pout with a tawny liner and finish with clear gloss on top.

MAC Eye Shadow in Da Bling, £13 (www.maccosmetics.co.uk); MAC Retro Matte Liquid Lipcolour in LadyBeGood, £21 (www.maccosmetics.co.uk); Jane Iredale Puregloss Lip Gloss in White Tea, £19.95 (www.janeiredale.com)

Illamasqua Brow Build in Flow

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Chanel Limited Edition Stylo Eyeshadow in Vert Grise from Debenhams

Illamasqua Beyond Powder in Epic

Tried & tested

Is the search for the perfect black mascara every really over? Our testers try three of the latest launches...

Rimmel London Volume Colourist Mascara in Black

8/10

After the suggested two-week wear of this tint-meets-mascara, my lashes did appear darker and more volumised, and the brush fulfils its promise of making lashes fuller and longer. However, on a number of occasions, I was left with remnants of black under my eyes, which I had to tend to during the day. £7.99 (www.boots.com)

Max Factor Voluptuous False Lash Effect Mascara in Black

This mascara definitely delivers superlong lashes, but it took me a bit of practise to get used to the long and thick wand, which meant I had to spend more time than usual with a lash comb, removing clumps. That said, when applied well, the results are great. £9.99 (www.superdrug.com)

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Estee Lauder Sumptuous Knockout Defining Lifting and Fan Mascara in 01 Black

With a wand that’s thicker in the centre, and short, sturdy bristles, the brush pushes lashes out and up, opening the eye more with each stroke. The ‘fan’ effect is really noticeable, but I would have preferred a bit 9/10 more volume. £24 (www.esteelauder.co.uk)

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H EALTH & BEAUTY

Charity Fashion Show a Runaway Success

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cademy Salons, Cobham created the hair for the 13 models used for the Front Row Fashion Event held at the Roof Gardens in Kensington. Using Balmain Paris Hair Couture Catwalk Ponytails the hair for the Occasion section was beautiful on trend Ponytails, which were then twisted into a chignon for the Couture finale.

The fashion show featured leading UK designer pieces from Club Boutique, Weybridge and bespoke gowns by designer Malika Hemici of Aya Couture, Esher. The make up, to complement the stunning looks was provided by Liz Patey Make up.

Over £53,000 was raised to support Back Up Trust with its services to transform the lives of people affected by spinal cord injury.

Academy is one of the leading Award Winning Salon groups in Surrey. Well known for innovative hair cuts and colours for the entire family.

In all four salons the teams are friendly, professional and passionate about creating the very best hair to suit your life style and help you to look your very best!

As the group continues to grow with the most recent salon in Esher - the salon team is also expanding.

Natalie Evans joins Academy as Salon Consultant responsible for cutting, colour and hair extensions at a Senior Beau Vincent

Natalie Evans

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level. Before this appointment Natalie enjoyed 12 years with Dwight Isaacs in Oxshott and is now hugely excited about her new challenge with this fast growing group of salons.

Beau Vincent also joins the team as an Educator and will be responsible for developing an Academy Creative Team to take part in photoshoots, shows and presentations.

Salv Mulé - Salon Director, “I am so excited about these new appointments, Natalie joins us with a wealth of experience and will be based in Cobham. Whilst Beau was with world renowned Toni & Guy for 22 years. He will help us grow our Education Centre in Hersham, his vision will develop our education further. After our inception nearly 4 years ago we look forward to being even bigger in what we are so passionate about - education. It is so important to us that our team remains inspired, motivated and are taught all the latest hairdressing techniques.” www.backuptrust.org.uk www.balmainhair.com www.clubesher.com www.ayacouture.co.uk THE DETAILS

10 The Green, Hersham, Surrey KT12 4HL T: 01932 252 464 ••••• 42 High Street, Cobham, Surrey KT11 3EB T: 01932 864 929 ••••• 105 Hare Lane, Claygate, Surrey KT10 0QX T: 01372 462 724 ••••• 91 High Street, Esher, Surrey KT10 9QA T: 01372 466 400 ••••• www.academysalons.com

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Paint it pastel Pop stars Rita Ora and Jessie J love baby pink; Kylie Jenner favours mermaid-esque sea green; and Kelly Osbourne has made Parma Violets purple her signature. By Katie Wright,

Press Association

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t’s clear celebs love a pastel dye job, and now the My Little Pony hair trend has hit the catwalks, with models at the Haider Ackermann SS16 show rocking a rainbow’s worth of candy colours in their hair.

But does this sugar-sweet look work in the real world?

Absolutely! And it’s easily achieved with temporary colour, even if you’re not blonde to begin with, so you don’t have to commit for long. We’ve got the experts’ advice on five sugary shades and how to achieve them...

THINK PINK

“We’ve seen some great on-trend colours being used on celebs and the catwalk, and now consumers can create the looks in salons,” says Josh Wood, Wella Professionals global creative director of colour. He describes the salononly Wella Professionals Instamatic as a collection of “soft, diffused and muted tones that allow for unlimited creativity”, including Pink Dream, perfect for following Rita and Jessie’s lead - but hair will need to be pre-lightened first (find your nearest salon at www.wella.com). For a more temporary touch of pink that works on darker hair, try Fudge Urban Hair Art Pink Ink spray, currently reduced to £3.99 from £5.99, which disappears after one wash (www.superdrug.com).

CORAL CRUSH

“If you have warm-toned skin, this works well with peaches and corals,” advises Sean Nolan, technical educator for HOB Salons. “And hair chalks are great for experimenting, as they are the easiest to wash out of your hair.” Tracy Hayes, head of global colouring for Fudge Professional, adds: “Fudge Urban Hair Art sprays are highly pigmented pastel sprays that work even on dark hair and wash straight out, so you can switch up your hair colour as often as you like.” But with pre-lightened pastels, colour can fade quickly: “Avoid washing every day if possible, as the colour will fade with each shampoo,” says Hayes. “Use warm water and a gentle shampoo that’s sulphate and paraben-free.” Pixie Lott Paint Hair Chalks, currently reduced to £3.32 from £4.99 (www.superdrug. com); Fudge Paintbox in Coral Blush, £9.25 (available in salon or via www.fudgehair.co.uk)

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A model wearing Fudge hair products, available from fudgehair.co.uk.

All images courtesy of PA Photo/Handout

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“A great way to get to grips with what skin tone you are is to look at the jewellery, make-up and accessories you wear.

If you wear blusher rather than bronzer, or silver jewellery, lean towards cooler pastels,” says Nolan. That means Kylie Jenner greens, from mint to turquoise, will work for you.

Blondes can mix Fudge Paintbox Turquoise Days, £9.25, with Whiter Shade Of Pale, £11.25, to create a softer shade (www.fudgehair.co.uk).

Brunettes, try dip-dying with Quif Blast Creative Colour in

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Hylamide HA Blur, £19 (www.hylamide.com)

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Pretty Green, £9.95, for a shimmering finish (www.quif.com).

AZURE LIKE IT

“If you have a warm or pinkie skin tone, I would avoid the warm palette, such as coral and pastel pinks, but go with the cooler pastels, like lilacs or blues,” says Hayes, which means you can try the Instagram trend for grey-blue ‘denim hair’ - but you’ll need to start with bleach blonde tresses for this one. At home, Maria Nila Colour Refresh in Azure, £16.99 (SallyExpress.com), will give it a baby blue wash, and in the salon ask for Wella Instamatic Ocean Storm shade (www.wella.com).

ULTRA VIOLET

“Pastels tend to work best on pale blondes. However, brunettes can still get involved, keeping to blues and violets, as they tend to work better on the cooler skin tone,” says Nolan. Pixie Lott Paint Wash Out Hair Colour in Violet 102, currently reduced to £3.99 from £5.99 (www. superdrug.com), will work best on blonde hair, but Label M Powder Purple Spray, £6.50 (AllBeauty.com), is dense enough to show up on darker hair too, giving a gorgeous violet wash.

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udge Paint Box A Whiter Shade of Pale, available from fudgehair.co.uk.

Fudge Hair Art Pink Ink, available from fudgehair.co.uk

Tried & tested

Our testers line up to try the latest eyeliner launches...

4/5 Rimmel London Colour Precise Liner

“This fine-tipped pen does what it says on the tin, creating really precise lines both above and below the eyes. It lasts all day and doesn’t smudge or bleed into creases. If you want a liner that defines eyes but doesn’t stand out too much, this is the one for you.” £5.99 (www.superdrug.com)

Inika Certified Organic Eyeliner Black Caviar

“This vegan, organic product is completely natural but just as effective as other eyeliners - and cleverly comes with its own sharpener. The formula is creamy in texture, meaning it glides on easily on the lower or upper lid - and stays put 4/5 until you’re ready to take it off.” £13.50 (www.inika.co.uk)

Bobbi Brown Perfectly Defined Gel Eyeliner in Pitch Black “The eyeliner to beat, this gel-based pencil is all you need to create the perfect flick.

The twist-up design and built-in sharpener are great, but the best part? The sweat and humidity-resistant formula means it stays in place until you want it gone.” £18.50 (www.bobbibrown.co.uk)

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Celebrate the great outdoors this Spring

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Outdoor Kitchens

A New Way to Enjoy Your Garden

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n recent years there has been a tangible rise in demand for al fresco cooking, with outdoor kitchens at the pinnacle of this burgeoning trend. These bespoke set-ups are essentially kitchens without walls, with many typical indoor amenities, but with the advantages of fresh air cooking.

Jeremy Sharples of Kitchen in the Garden at Cedar Nursery explains the rising demand; “With the increasing sophistication of outdoor barbeques, the rusty, impossible to use light burner is a thing of the past. Modern grills are easy to use, easy to clean and, above all else, are capable of cooking a huge variety of foods perfectly.” For example, California Grills by Lynx, available at Kitchen in the Garden, offer a dazzling array of technological additions to the classic barbeque, including infrared searing burners and mechanisms to ensure heat is distributed evenly over the grill.

These innovative cooking appliances can be arranged according to customers’ tastes and to fit in with their gardens, explaining the high demand. Jeremy works with both property developers and landscape gardeners to produce a bespoke set up, (priced between £5,000 and £35,000), which is in keeping with the rest of the property.

New customers range from those who are building an entertaining space on top of their London roof terrace, to rural families seeking to maximise their time in the fresh air.

Outdoor kitchens present chefs with most of the options of an indoor kitchen, whilst improving the taste and the atmosphere. Jeremy comments; “Cooking outdoors produces more succulent, tender meat, as the air moving through the cooker is more humid. Dining al fresco always makes the meal just that little bit more special, and many proud new owners of outdoor kitchens are taking advantage of the convivial nature of cooking and eating outside by using it for entertaining.” The centrepieces for summer dinner parties, outdoor kitchens provide the means to cook a whole delicious meal, with that added smoky barbeque flavour.

Kitchen in the Garden at Cedar Nursery is run by Jeremy Sharples, who left the corporate world to follow his passion for food. The store boasts a range of outdoor cooking products, from customisable outdoor kitchens through to wood-burning ovens, and now includes island outdoor kitchen units, in your choice of worktop and stone facing. It supplies and builds bespoke outdoor kitchens to match the style of your garden and cooking requirements, and offers the the best outdoor kitchen display in South East England, as well as helpful and professional advice.

THE DETAILS For more information on ‘Kitchen in the Garden’ at Cedar Nursery please call 01932 862473, or visit www.landscaping.co.uk/kitchen-in-the-garden-en

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8 MAY Open Gardens Event at Barnett Hill Barnett Hill would like to welcome you to come and see its beautiful gardens on Sunday 8th May for the National Gardens Scheme Open Gardens event.

Why not treat yourself to some new plants in their sale or enjoy a cream tea on the terrace. Admission: ÂŁ5 per adult and children are free.

Barnett Hill, Blackheath Lane, Wonersh, Guildford, GU5 0RF

THE GREAT

OUTDOORS 2 & 3 JULY Ottershaw Open Gardens

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Photo: John Miller

Approx 10 gardens open in Ottershaw, north of Woking, Surrey. 2.00pm to 6.00pm. A variety of gardens will be open in the picturesque village of Ottershaw, most within walking distance of each other. They vary from small back gardens to much larger gardens and will offer something of interest for everyone. This will be their fourth year of opening, with some new gardens joining them. There will be an art display and plants sales and refreshments available in the village hall. Well behaved dogs on a lead welcome at the gardens.

All proceeds to Ottershaw Village Hall. ÂŁ5.00 will cover both days and children are free. Tickets with list of participating gardens to be bought on the day from the Village Hall, Brox Road, Ottershaw. For further information, call 07546 457 168.

Various locations

23 april Free Guided Walk around Claremont Landscape Garden Come and enjoy a guided walk around Claremont looking at the history of the landscape Garden from 1715 to the present. This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue. 14:00 - 15:00 Meet at the entrance kiosk Portsmouth Road, Esher, Surrey KT10 9JG

throughout spring Winkworth Arboretum Established in the 20th century, this stunning natural landscape houses more than 1,000 different rate shrubs and trees, which provide year-round colour.

The National Trust, Hascombe Road, Hascombe, GU8 4AD

24 april Bird Song Walk at Painshill Enjoy a short introduction about bird identification before venturing into the landscape garden. During the walk you learn all about how to identify birds by song and by sight. Children must be over the age of 12 years. 8am – 10.30am.

Cost: Adults £15 (members £10) Children £10 (members £7) Portsmouth Road, Cobham KT11 1JE. www.painshill.co.uk

22 - 24 july The Garden Show at Loseley Art, Design, Garden and Home. The Garden Show at Loseley Park returns for the 4th year.

With 21 years experience it is set to take place in the showground right beside beautiful Loseley House and Gardens. With a vast range of exhibitors in Marquees & Gardens to enhance your home & garden. There is something for everyone! So take some time out and treat yourself and the family.

Loseley Park, Guildford GU3 1HS

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17 APRIL RARE PLANT FAIR A wonderful day out for anyone who enjoys gardening with the opportunity to buy traditional and unusual plants direct from the growers, who will be able to give advice on the plants they are selling. Many of the plants are not available in Garden Centres as they are propagated by the Nurseries at the Fair. In addition, you will be able to wander around the 48 acres of grounds & gardens at Birtley House that are not normally open to the public.

Refreshments are available. 11am to 4pm. Admission £4.00.

Birtley House, Birtley Road, Bramley, GU5 0LB

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Sutton Green Garden Centre

Run By Gardeners For Gardeners plant area is one of Surrey’s best kept secrets, to keep it that way we won’t go on too much but we found several people who said they pop in every single day and one customer who is happy to do a 5 mile detour a few times a week just to get a coffee!

“I can’t find better” he remarked.

Do-little Pet Supplies offer everything you need to look after your pet, a unique free home delivery service, (pet food can be heavy and bulky), onsite grooming by appointment and small animal boarding, where else would you find that all under one roof.

The Family Tent shop stocks everything for the keen or novice camper and has a huge outdoor display area, oh and by the way it’s called the family tent shop

You get the same community feel in the quirky Florist department, run by Elaine, her passion is obvious and infectious

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ndependent Garden Centres have become scarce in recent years, which is a shame considering the loss of expertise and dedicated service, however at Sutton Green old fashion values are important to every member of the team; it’s a real gem.

This exciting independent Garden Centre has so much to offer with so many departments, concessions to outdoor activates, you will find big surprises and something for everyone, for example plants that are not available in mainstream centres, short run gift items locally made and speciality items throughout the store.

The Centre is family owned and run by people who really love gardening; this is obvious from the warm welcome, friendly atmosphere and the genuine willingness to help. It’s not just the many site departments or the colourful stock, it really is the people that make the difference.

Between them, the various staff members have hundreds of years of knowledge to draw upon.

Among them are award winners for growing vegetables, flower blooms, Woking in bloom, allotment plots, flower photography, RHS show and TV gardens and more.

Sutton Green provides beautiful colourful plants and quality garden products often from a small geographical radius. Manager Kevin explains, “our Christmas trees for example are grown in Surrey, we actually shake hands with the man who cuts them

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for us, then there’s our tall chatty chap called Mark, who grows Sutton Greens hedging, woody shrubs and Hosta, he lives locally and is passionate about growing” Nestled within the plant area is the Farm Shop where the produce includes home and locally grown fruit and vegetables, artisan cakes contributed by local residents, preserves, biscuits, pasta, meats and so much more. For many this store is the only outlet they need, you will often find plums or apples from neighbouring gardens where the glut might have been swapped for local bread or eggs, the community comes together and delights in high quality local produce.

You get the same community feel in the quirky Florist department, run by Elaine, her passion is obvious and infectious “she can do miracles” said a customer.

Every day you can hear new visitors proclaiming, “I didn’t know all this was going on here”. Being blessed with fifteen acres the site is always playing host to various activities, the website will keep you up to date and includes details of activities such as Archery for all ages, Rugged Earth Adventures for 6-12 yrs which operates year round and the not to be missed seasonal Firework displays, Big Top Circus and Weekend Music Festivals. Plenty of things to look out for!

The Blue Shed Coffee House, also found in the

for a reason, you may be greeted by any one of several people but they are all members of one big happy family, the youngest is Charlie, he’s just learning to walk so be patient with him.

Other site attractions include a Craft department “it’s an Aladdin’s cave” say many visitors, amongst all the wool and buttons you will find many (not on the high street) things you didn’t know existed.

There is also an onsite Car Wash, a vast Garden Buildings display area, a Stove Shop and much more....

If the sun is out you might need more time for your visit than expected.

THE DETAILS Guildford Road, Sutton Green, Woking Surrey GU4 7QA ••••• 01483 237832 www.sutton-green-garden-centre.co.uk

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Providing arboricultural excellence since 1986 We chat to Leigh Hopkins from Surrey & Sussex Tree Surgery

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stablished in 1986, Surrey & Sussex Tree Surgery has been providing professional tree management solutions to clients across the South East for almost 30 years. As a former employee of the company, I took over the business in August 2006. With an impressive existing client base, I have continued to expand our range of services and capabilities through ongoing training and investment in the latest equipment.

Our current client base is over 90% domestic households. Working predominantly in this way keeps us at the top of our game, and we understand that your garden is your sanctuary. From the daffodils you have waited all year to bloom, to your delicate shrubs, we take every care to ensure your garden is left as tidy as we found it.

As well as domestic clients, we have worked for some impressive Commercial and Local Authority clients including; National Trust Petworth House, The Diocese of Guildford, Rydes Hill Preparatory School, The WWF, Watts Gallery Compton, Blenheim House Construction, The ITS Group, and Cranleigh Parish Council to name but a few.

Based in Ewhurst, Surrey, all our arborists are fully trained and certified, and of course fully insured. We recycle all of the waste we remove, with no burning or

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landfill. Many clients now choose to keep their woodchips for use around the garden.

As an associate member of the Arboricultural Association, we keep up to date with the latest techniques, equipment, best practice, and pests and diseases research.

This allows us to offer the most professional care possible for your trees and hedges.

From the reduction or removal of the largest trees, to yearly hedge maintenance, stump removal, and planting new trees and hedges, we approach every job with the same dedication to customer satisfaction. Thinking of planting new shrubs or trees? Surrey & Sussex Tree Surgery are specialists in providing and planting trees and shrubs of any size. On a recent planting job in Burwood Park, Cobham, we supplied and installed two trees weighing 1 tonne each, and a further four trees weighing over half a tonne each, providing our client with instant screening to a new development on the boundary of their property.

Whatever your needs around the garden, Surrey & Sussex Tree Surgery can offer the solution.

THE DETAILS www.surreyandsussextreesurgery.co.uk 01403 753395 leigh@surreyandsussextreesurgery.com

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HOW TO GROW THE

PERFECT LAWN When sowing a new lawn from scratch, spring and autumn are the best seasons. To achieve some great results you will need to do a bit of planning.

Step 1: Find out how much seed you need

Measure out the proposed lawn area. The easy way is to work out a one-metre pace and then walk the area - e.g.

10m x10m = 100m2. Sowing application rates are mostly 35 grams of seed per square metre but check the packaging for details. It is better to buy too much rather than too little; you can always use the surplus to reseed any thin patches next season.

Step 2: Prepare the soil

Dig over the soil (the top 2-4 inches) to break down any compaction and help to increase beneficial bacterial levels. Remove stones, weeds and roots as you go along.

You can add some soil conditioner to improve the soil and encourage a thicker, greener lawn. If your soil has too much clay you can also mix in some fresh soil. Now you need to level the surface of the soil using a rake to help create an even surface. It is not essential to create a dead flat area at this time, as any small irregularities can be smoothed with a top dressing once the grass has established.

Step 3: Remove newly-germinated weeds

If you leave the site for a few days, any remaining dormant weed seeds (and there will be some) will have time to germinate. Once they do, you can kill them off with a weed killer. A glyphosate-based herbicide will work within hours, killing off the new weed seedlings. Removing all the weeds means that the grass seedlings won’t have to compete for nutrition and space. Leave the soil for 7-10 days after using glyphosate and then apply a high phosphate fertiliser to the surface of the soil.

Step 4: Sow the seeds

Scatter around 35g per square metre (35g is a large handful). Sow half the seed from left to right and the rest from top to bottom to achieve an even coverage. Gently rake the seed into the soil. Not all the seeds need to be covered as rainfall or watering will ensure seeds make soil contact.

Step 5: Keep the soil moist

It may be a good time to invest in a sprinkler or a handheld hose attachment - especially if the weather is dry.

Keeping the soil moist is needed to encourage good seed germination. However, it is important to water in the correct way. Seedlings need to be kept moist, so water lightly but more often rather than letting the ground dry out and then flooding the area. The best time to water the

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grass seed is in the evening or early morning. This avoids the harsh midday sun which can scorch and damage newly emerging moist seedlings.

Step 6: Look after the new seedlings

Germination will happen quickly, the exact rate depending on the temperature and prevailing moisture.

Continue to lightly water during the early stages of germination (young plants will require more water than normal). A good tip is to feed a week or two after the initial germination using a high phosphate feed. This will ensure new plants have plenty of the right type of food.

Water the fertilised in well.

Step 7: Trim the new grass

Watching the young shoots spring up is exciting, and you will soon think about mowing. Keep an eye on the length of the grass and when it gets to around 5-8cm long aim to trim the grass back just a little to 4cm. new grass plants are fragile and do not have strong root systems, so mow carefully and make sure you use very sharp blades for the first few months. When the new grass is about 4-8 weeks old you can begin to take the mower down to your regular cutting height. The ideal height of an average lawn is 2.5cm but avoid cutting the grass to this length within the first few months.

Step 8: Enjoy it!

• Tree Surgery • Stump Removal • Hedge Trimming & Reductions • Tree & Shrub Planting • NPTC Certified Arborists • Free Professional Advice & Quotations • Qualified, Experienced & Insured • 24 Hour Emergency Call Out

It needn’t be a grind…

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Everything in the garden . . .

Laura Kirar is the New York based founder and creative director of LAURA KIRAR Design.

Drawing inspiration from Japanese basket weaving, Laura has created a unique tri-axial weave pattern for our Kirar range. The design has subtly married traditional weave techniques with modern aesthetics and, with its sumptuous curves and generous proportions, the Kirar Collection delivers both comfort and beauty.

agreed to lend us all of that.” If you’d like to see more, take a look at https://www.royalacademy.org. uk/article/painting-modern-garden-robert-carsen.

But we’re not all about teak, lovely though it is.

We manufacture outdoor furniture in stainless steel, powder-coated aluminium, eucalyptus, and handwoven synthetic fibre. And our ranges often feature a combination of materials; chairs with a stainless steel frame and teak seat and back, for example, or

The design has subtly married traditional weave techniques with modern aesthetics Vladimir Kagan is one of today’s most enduring designers of modern furniture, with a career spanning over sixty years. He is recognised as one of the most important furniture designers of the 20th century, and his early designs from the forties, fifties, and sixties have become icons of modernity.

Kagan designs are avidly collected by connoisseurs and museums worldwide. Vladimir has designed our striking Arizona, Dune, and Savannah ranges.

A theme is emerging . . .

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arlow Tyrie is the world’s oldest manufacturer of teak garden furniture, and we’re very happy to be exhibiting at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show again this year. This will be our ninth year at the show, and it’s always a highlight of our calendar. Of course, this year marks the 90th birthday of HM Queen Elizabeth, and I’m sure there will be many splendid tributes to her royal majesty at the show.

At Barlow Tyrie, we passed our 90th a few years back (not individually, I hasten to add, but as a company), and we’re looking forward to celebrating our centenary in 2020. In the meantime, we’re concentrating on developing new products, hoping to add to our 18 awards for design excellence.

While we have our own award-winning design team, led by Mark Tyrie, we like to work with outside designers as well. Currently we produce five major ranges designed by internationallyrespected designers; each very different in style and approach, but each bringing valuable variation to our catalogue.

Tim Fenby is an award-winning British designer, who has worked extensively around the world. He is renowned for bringing a unique understanding of global markets and trends to his designs, which can be seen today in quality independent retailers and major department stores. Tim has designed the sleek and modern Avon range in teak exclusively for Barlow Tyrie.

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Back to this year though, and another highlight for us was to have been chosen by the Royal Academy to complement their exhibition ‘Painting the Modern Garden: Monet to Matisse’. This has been a hugely successful exhibition, running from January to April at the Royal Academy of Arts in London, and featuring works by Monet, Renoir, Cezanne, Pissarro, Manet, Sargent, Kandinsky, Van Gogh, Matisse, Klimt, and Klee. Those of you who had the chance to visit will have noticed that many of the individual ‘rooms’ making up the gallery space also contained teak garden furniture. This was an assortment of Barlow Tyrie Glenham teak seats and armchairs, and three Balmoral tables – 29 pieces in all, and was intended to give visitors the opportunity to sit and reflect on the paintings as if in a real garden setting.

Exhibition designer Robert Carsen said: “I had the idea to use garden benches very early on. You can’t treat the floors nor the ceiling, so furniture seemed a good way of doing it, and we were very fortunate that Barlow Tyrie – the company that makes this beautiful teak furniture – generously

tables with a powder-coated aluminium frame and a teak top, or ceramic tabletops on an aluminium frame, or cord in our teak Monterey chairs (over 200 feet of cord for one armchair!). Whichever materials we use, we make sure to source the best available, and all our furniture is produced using the highest standards of craftsmanship.

These are beautiful pieces, built to last. The main criterion is always to combine form and function with manufacturing expertise, and so create pleasing designs with good ergonomic performance, all to make outdoor living as comfortable as it is stylish.

In fact . . .

. . . everything in the garden is lovely!

THE DETAILS Barlow Tyrie Ltd W: www.TEAK.com E: sales@teak.com T: +44 (0)1376 557 600

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One of the finest and most eclectic selections of sculpture in Britain today FEATURED ARTIST - JENNY PICKFORD There is currently a tremendous winter display from one of the country’s leading female artist blacksmiths Jenny Pickford, who creates unique designs from galvanised forged steel and hand blown glass that possess a unique drama yet work in harmony with their surroundings.

Her body of work includes small ‘Wildflower’ features for the more intimate locations, elegant water features, intricate entrance gates and of course gargantuan ‘Agapanthus’ to take pride of place in any setting.

‘Wave’ by Jenny Pickford

In total there are examples of work from over 300 artists, from upcoming British sculptors to established internationals.

‘White Eagle’ by Jane Rickards

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he Sculpture Park in Churt Village, Surrey is one of Britain’s most atmospheric selling exhibitions with on average 700 pieces of outdoor sculpture along two miles of trail, set within 10 acres of picturesque woodland and wildlife inhabited water gardens fed by two natural streams. There is also an indoor gallery space placed in the centre of the gardens showcasing a further selection of interior sculptures and wall-hung artworks. In total there are examples of work from over 300 artists, from upcoming British sculptors to established internationals.

Behind it all is local artist and businessman Eddie Powell, together with sons Charlie, Oscar and old friend Nicholas Ruffe have created this eclectic curation of 20th Century, Modern and Contemporary sculpture and began the build back in 2001. He continues to invest, diversify and develop the exhibition with ever-changing exhibits, artists and landscaping projects with hundreds of commissions, trees and plants being introduced every year as pieces are bought and seasons turn.

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‘Icarus’ by Nicola Godden

THE DETAILS Open All Year, Mon - Sun10am - 5pm Adults £10, Concessions £5 ••••• Jumps Road, Churt, Farnham Surrey GU10 2LH 01428 605453

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Bi-folding doors It is all about getting the right configuration

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f you are thinking about replacement bifolding and sliding doors for an existing “opening” to replace French doors, sliding patio doors or casement windows, or indeed looking at fitting folding and sliding doors into an extension - getting the right configuration first time round is vital to ensure their long-term practical operation.

When it comes to “Bi-Fold” doors the clue is in the name, yet, despite this, many double glazing customers still get into hot water when having bifolding doors fitted, as before ordering they did not take the time to think through the ramifications of certain configurations.

The key thing with bi-folding doors is to remember that each “pair” of bi-folds, opens and closes in tandem, so cannot operate as individual sections, they are in-effect one. As these two folding door sections are inextricably linked, no pair of bifolding doors can therefore accommodate a normal door handle, nor can one of these two sections operate as a travel door without the other opening or closing at the same time. Consequently, if you want to have a single travel door as part of your bifolding door configuration, you need to have an odd number of sections, namely 3, 5, 7 or 9 panes etc.

Only high quality bi-folding doors will last regular use, as quality bi-folds are highly technical pieces of kit (and yes, they are expensive as a consequence!), it is vital when purchasing double glazed bifolding and sliding doors to invest wisely in robust enough products that will still be operational in 10 years’ time when the guarantee runs out and the

homeowner is left to foot the bills for all the call-out charges, parts and labour to get the folding doors operational and secure again.

To avoid such issues, it is wise not to buy cheap folding and sliding doors, or indeed bi-folding doors without a cast iron warranty from a firm you are 100% certain will be around for at least the next 10 years to service the guarantee.

It is worth asking yourself why some established UK independent double glazing manufacturers and installers who supply and fit aluminium and UPVC front doors, back doors, French doors and sliding patio doors in both aluminium and UPVC, refuse to supply and fit UPVC bi-folding doors. Could it be they are not fit for purpose? As a material, UPVC flexes, so is not the ideal product to use for bi-folding doors which need rigidity to operate well, and not be in danger of popping out of alignment.

High quality double glazed aluminium bi-folding doors not only offer better security than plastic folding doors, but tend to have slimmer profiles, so are aesthetically more pleasing and deliver more glass and daylight. Yes UPVC folding doors are much cheaper to buy, but it is up to each property owner if they want to take on the risks involved, and are prepared to have less glass and light in the room in question.

The optimum number of sections for a bifolding door for each particular property is really determined by the size of the aperture and how often these folding and sliding double glazed doors will be used. If you are looking for all the sections to slide in one direction, then a 3, 5, 7 or 9 section door will deliver a travel door with a normal door handle. The problem with 2, 4, 6 or 8 section bifolds doors which all flow in one direction is they cannot have a normal door handle, so are unable to fold up together properly, and therefore are more limited in their operation. Make sure that the doors you have fitted, come with “D” handles to assist with the opening and closing of the doors, as dragging them from one end can pull and stretch

the gasket, leading to unnecessary time consuming service calls.

All bi-folding doors systems, whether made of aluminium, steel, UPVC or wood have their limitations in terms of both overall height and overall width, and indeed maximum and minimum achievable pane section sizes. So before creating an opening for bi-folding doors, do make sure that the product you are considering having installed will actually be able to fit it! It is better to make the opening to the optimum size of the bi-folding door system you have chosen, rather than the other way round. One top tip to remember is that these systems are highly technical bits of kits, so make sure they are fitted by professional installers with experience fitting the actual system you are having installed. Many reputable firms will not supply bi-folding doors on a supply only basis for this very reason.

Finally, it is worth knowing that some bespoke aluminium bi-folding door systems allow for one single section at one end to swing open, allowing say a 3 section sliding and folding door to butt up to this, enabling the property to have a travel door, pair of French door and bi-folding doors all in one configuration of 3 linked sections, plus one independent swinging open section. Think carefully whether you want your bi-folding doors to a) open to the left or to the right, b) fold inwardly or outwardly and c) have a standard or low threshold.

So before ordering bi-folds, take your time and ask an expert for a demonstration of whichever bifolding double glazed product you are considering before committing to a purchase, as not getting it right first time can be very costly.

THE DETAILS For free independent professional help and advice about bi-folding doors, French doors or sliding patio doors contact bifolding door manufacturers and installers Hazlemere Windows. Ask them for a free consultation by one of their experienced home improvement experts by calling 01344 989938 to arrange a no obligation double glazed doors quotation based on your exact requirements, whether in aluminium or UPVC. Alternatively visit www.hazlemere.co.uk for further information, bi-folding door installation images and ideas.

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Living in Luxury

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ommissioned by their client to create a glamourous, inviting and luxurious home on the prestigious private estate of St Georges Hill in Weybridge, the design team at Concept Interiors, led by Design Director Samantha Morgan, began working on the schemes whilst the build was still in its initial stages. This was to ensure that the design for the entire property flowed seamlessly throughout each of the spaces, whilst still giving each room its own identity.

Using a combination of sumptuous textures and sophisticated finishes they have created a finished property that is luxurious and impacting, yet manages to remain warm and inviting despite its large scale.

The Kitchen Family Room mixes gentle grey tones with tactile and elegant fabrics, working beautifully with the sleek kitchen cabinets and statement stone island. Cleverly concealed behind a kitchen door is the leisure complex, featuring an envy inducing bespoke bar and wine room with back lit glass & stone, an entertaining space, gym, spa & pool.

Each space has been designed to have its own wow factor, from the Master Bedroom, which takes its design inspiration from the iconic Chanel quilting, to the ground floor cloakroom with its two meter high cascading crystal wall lights.

The Drawing Room has an icy elegance, featuring panelled mirror walls, bespoke high gloss furniture and venetian glass lights. Concept Interiors have effortlessly

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balanced the cool tones and mirrored surfaces with soft velvets and stunning silks, resulting in a truly breath-taking room that oozes glamour and sophistication.

The study is unashamedly dark and masculine, using hints of gold to contrast against the black finishes and the book matched marble flooring. The design team chose to use antique mirror and polished gold detailing in the bespoke joinery to add more drama and finished off the space by tastefully accessorising in a combination of black and gold.

In stark contrast to this, Her Master En-suite is overtly feminine. The bath tub is upholstered in white ostrich leather with Swarovski crystal buttoning and finished with a Rose Ogee pink marble top. The large walk in shower has a crystal chandelier shower head and the bathroom fixtures have crystal details. The glamour is continued in the stunning curved, gloss white vanity unit with leather panels and stone worktop and the vanity mirror is equally striking, with its leather and chrome detailing and crystal wall lights, all enhanced with a gorgeous pink marble wall frame.

THE DETAILS 131-135 Oatlands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey. KT13 9LB ••••• T: 01932 241380 www.concept-interior.co.uk

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abric World is a family business that has been established for nearly 40 years. Specialists in curtain fabric, interior design, making up and fitting, they have two fabric shops in Epsom and Croydon, Surrey. Stocking over 4000 designer fabrics for curtains, blind, soft furnishings and upholstery where their experienced staff will discuss your requirements and advise you on measurements, fabrics, fittings and accessories.

Their expert interior designers offer an excellent personal service covering Surrey and London. Designers visit your home with a huge range of designer fabric samples and discuss with you curtains, blinds and your tailor made interior design scheme. Also offering a complete fitting service so that your curtains and blinds are fitted to a professional standard.

The Epsom fabric shop has curtain making workrooms where a professional and expert team of curtain makers create all styles of curtains and blinds. They have collectively worked for Fabric World for nearly a century.

trimmings, blinds, poles and tracks. They also make the curtains and blinds in their workroom at the Epsom shop and provide a professional fitting service. An interior design consultation only costs £50 and if your total order is worth £500 or more the cost is refunded. The Designer works on the curtain and soft furnishing interior design aspects, and also work in partnership with other Designers and Architects who take on complete house renovations and need to outsource to companies such as Fabric World for soft furnishings.

With a wealth of experience they have helped and advised thousands of customers who come back repeatedly!

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To make your home really special, a complete home consultation interior design service is offered in Surrey and London. Using mobile design vans, interior Designers will visit your home bringing with them over 1500 samples of designer fabrics, 500 samples of wallpaper, paint charts and blind and curtain books so you can touch and feel samples to help you achieve the look that you have always wanted.

They share and advise on exclusive curtain, interior design and soft furnishing ideas and listen to your ideas to create your own unique style. Sourcing fabrics from all corners of the world, including their own suppliers in China and India, and specialising in custom-made furnishings for people who want something different, special or simply unique ‘ The library of books and samples are enormous ,and if you can’t find what you are looking for, it probably doesn’t exist!’

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THE DETAILS 15 West Street, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7RL Opposite Station Approach (parking for 20 cars) 01372 723640 ••••• 6-10 Brighton Road, Croydon CR2 6AA 020 8688 6282 ••••• www.fabricworldlondon.co.uk

53-57 High Street Cobham Surrey - KT11 3DP T: 01932 584940 www.adaptations.uk.com

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Dear reader,

Time to Relax, Indulge, Think and Escape When choosing a new bathroom and you need inspiration, Walton Bathrooms is the showroom to visit.

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elebrating their 30th year, Walton Bathrooms recently refurbished showrooms offer stunning displays of new products including the latest trends as well as timeless classics.

Situated in The Hersham Centre, Hersham, Surrey, the immaculate showrooms are a perfect place for customers to see the extent of sophistication and luxury. Over 60 displays include the new Amadea Royal from Villeroy & Boch with its opulent and classically glamorous splendor whereas the Soho Collection brings together a combination of simple, stylish products which can be easily tailored to suit most bathrooms.

The choice is endless with further displays from Keuco, Hansgrohe and Zucchetti plus so much more.

Whilst some of Walton Bathrooms displays are styled with space and grandeur in mind, they also offer a number of compact solutions. Burgbad’s Guest ranges offer the styling of the main ranges but in compact versions to suit a small cloakroom or en suite.

There is a dedicated tile studio showing both wall and floor tiles. The comprehensive range of tiles are used in conjunction with ceramic colours and brassware to co-ordinate different schemes along with samples of many different material finishes, from quartz, marble and granite to Corian and glass. Individual samples can be lifted to put next to your tiles or furniture choices to assure a perfect look for your complete new bathroom concept, making the process of selection a tactile experience.

Having chosen your bathroom, you need to be sure that installation will be trouble-free. Walton Bathrooms offer a complete service, via one of their approved bathroom installation teams. With over 17 years’ experience working in private houses, they know how important it is to give

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continuity of work and provide a full service to valued clients.

If you are looking for premier products, with service to match, this is the one place you must visit.

THE DETAILS Walton Bathrooms Ltd, The Hersham Centre, The Green, Molesey Road, Hersham, Surrey KT12 4HL. ••••• Showroom tel: 01932 224 784.

Contract sales tel: 0208 481 7970. e-mail: sales@waltonbathrooms.co.uk ••••• Open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 5pm (easy parking next to Waitrose).

Alternatively you can buy on-line at www.waltonbathrooms.co.uk where many ranges are on special offer.

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Going Back to the Future It’s no secret that the furniture world loves a good blast from the past when it comes to introducing ‘new trends’ and at this year’s IMM Cologne Furniture Fair it was no different. There is something very comforting about a familiar design or colour scheme, which transports us back to simpler times.

So how did this translate into the collections of our biggest brands?

With all this in mind we saw many of our biggest brands celebrating their heritage and values within the new collections. Rediscovered classics of mid-century modernity were paired on the stands with new designs covered in materials such as rattan and bold velvets, displaying a strong association with the Seventies – a trend that has filtered into interiors from the world of fashion.

So what pieces caught our eye in Cologne?

Going out is the new staying in so why not do both?

This year B&B Italia reconfirmed the importance of good design when it comes to our outdoor spaces. Gio, designed by Antonio Citterio, is a new outdoor collection with a contemporary classic look dedicated to living in the open air. From the special teak finish in antique grey, which gives the wood a particular lived-in aspect to the accent orange webbing, this range has the same style, quality and comfort as the indoor collections which B&B Italia have brought to us during their 50 year history.

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it may have been a new addition to the collection with its trendy design and new levels of comfort but we were mistaken, this sofa is an Eighties baby that hasn’t aged a bit! Not only were we impressed by the aesthetics of the piece, the option of angling the back cushions and unfolding the seat cushions made it possible to create a chaise lounge position – retro relaxation at its finest!

Multi-Lite embraces the golden era of Danish design With its characteristic shape of two opposing mobile outer shades, Multi-Lite enables you to create your own personal installation with a wide range of lighting options. By individually rotating the shades, the Multi-Lite Pendant Lamp can be transformed into multiple combinations where the light can be directed upwards, downwards or exude an asymmetrical art light. This light is perfect for those who get easily bored and like to keep reinventing their space.

Liven up your living space with clashing colours and vibrant patterns The Webby benches with their frames in solid walnut and buttoned seats allow you to experiment with bold and brash colour clashes (another fashion trend which will make its mark on interiors this year). These statement pieces look particularly

effective when selecting contrasting buttons.

A new dining table design which doesn’t lose sight of the past With table 1060, Thonet have managed to design a modern piece of furniture that unifies the three themes of living, working and the brand’s 200 year heritage. Designer Jorre van Ast comments “It was a special challenge to design something new and, at the same time, to not lose sight of the company’s past. During the development process, it was therefore obvious to concentrate on one of Thonet’s key competencies: bending solid wood.

It was my intention to design a companion for the fantastic Thonet chairs.” We think the table is a massive success, blending the company’s proud bentwood tradition with a new lightweight, contemporary design, perfect for both dining rooms and working environments.

A world of design on your doorstep Through our commitment to detail and sourcing the right products, we to continue to drive design forward by showcasing the very best design houses and locating the products that fulfil our clients need for a timeless yet contemporary interior. We look forward to presenting all these lovely new pieces to you over the coming weeks and months.

THE DETAILS 477-507 Uxbridge Road, Pinner, Hatch End, Middlesex HA5 4JS ••••• 020 8421 1779 www.chaplins.co.uk

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hoosing the right tiles for your bathroom needs some careful consideration. With so many varieties on the market, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the choice on offer. Choose from ceramic, slate, glass and metal tiles, plain or patterned, large and small, smooth or textured. The options are seemingly endless. So, to help you through the decision process, we’ve put together some practical tips, making finding the perfect tiles for you bathroom, a breeze CERAMIC OR NATURAL STONE TILES? Ceramic tiles are the most popular by a long way. They’re durable, their glazed surface makes them highly resistant to harbouring germs, they’re usually very easy to keep clean, and come in styles to suit every taste. If you opt for ceramics, the most important thing to be aware of is that they do tend to vary from lot to lot, so make sure all the boxes you buy are stamped with the same lot number. But if you’d rather try something different...

Glazed terracotta tiles are hugely popular right now with the trend for Mediterranean style bathrooms. Good quality terracotta is not only gorgeously rustic, it’ll last virtually forever, but can be hard to find. So the cheapest option might not be the best.

Natural stone tiles like granite, slate, marble and even terrazzo (composed of marble chips imbedded in concrete and polished smooth) are beautiful, distinctive, and luxurious. They’ll cost you though. And these materials tend to be porous, so you may need to apply a seal to stop the tiles absorbing water. Make sure you discuss this with the supplier before you buy.

Glass, metal, and porcelain tiles look brilliant if installed properly – but that’s easier said than done. Unless you’re really a dab hand at DIY you might want to leave the fitting of these to the experts.

ADD TEXTURE AND INTEREST WITH BATHROOM TILES With the majority of bathroom suites being sleek and white, tiles are a

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great way to add texture and interest into a room that can otherwise, look fairly clinical.

If you’re talking floor tiles, texture is a must. It sounds like common sense, but many buyers are still seduced by lovely shiny tiles and then end up skidding all over the place every time the floor’s wet. Generally, the rougher the texture, the less slippery the tile when wet. When it comes to wall tiles, shiny tiles look chic and sleek and reflect light, making them a good option when in small or dark spaces. On the other hand, embossed tiles can be a smart way of adding interest to your walls and reducing starkness, especially if your tiles are in only one or two colours.

CONSIDER COLOURFUL OR PATTERNED BATHROOM TILES It goes without saying that white is by far the most popular colour choice for bathroom tiles. White tiles are fresh-looking, classic, and reflect light to give the illusion of a more spacious, lighter room. If you’re worried about the room looking too stark add dark or patterned towels and other accessories to introduce splashes of colour while retaining the clean minimalist look.

Colourful or patterned tiles can be used to add detail here and there, or make a bold statement when used to cover the entire wall. They tend to look best contrasted with simpler bathroom fixtures.

SMALLER BATHROOMS LOOK BETTER WITH SMALLER TILES Generally, the more compact the bathroom the smaller the tiles should be, especially if there’s not much space between your sink, toilet, and tub. Smaller tiles will also require less cutting to fit around objects and make for a more flowing feel. If you’re lucky enough to have a big bathroom, large tiles give a sleek look with less exposed grouting in between. Borders or panels of smaller tiles can look fantastic in complimentary or contrasting colours.

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Castello three cluster ceiling pendant, currently reduced to 29, available from Atkin and Thyme

Bulle triple cluster glass drop pendant, 225, available from February, from Habitat Alhambra ceiling pendant, in burnished copper, 99, available from Atkin and Thyme

Calex E27 LED decorative bulb, 15, available from Habitat

Firstlight glass 1 light mini pendant, £62.99, in aqua, available from Wayfair

See the light Lighting can transform rooms, creating different atmospheres and even, by visual trickery, changing the dimensions of a space. By Gabrielle Fagan, Press Association

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nce you’ve learnt to play with the options, there’s no limit to the effects you can enjoy, but with such a huge array of lighting on offer, the right choice for your home may not always be glaringly obvious.

Here, experts reveal their illuminating advice on ‘seeing the light’, and the top trends for 2016...

BIG & BOLD Industrial style is vying with innovative lighting design for attention - and size does matter for today’s lamps, says Mark Holloway, 44, owner of lighting and furniture specialists, Holloways of Ludlow.

SWITCH ON: To large lights - chandeliers, drum pendants and giant floor lamps - and materials such as wood veneers, concrete and hand-blown glass.

LEADING LIGHTS: Solid, down-to-earth style is embodied in an Old School Electric Oval Bulkhead Light, in a brass finish, £55. Diva Floor Lamp, £1,749, combines a mouthblown inner glass globe with an exterior made from 32 individual pieces of wood, and is available in laminated oak or walnut.

LIGHTBULB MOMENT Decorative light bulbs, glass shades and cluster pendants are stars of this year’s light range, says Kirstin White, 29, lighting buyer at Habitat.

SWITCH ON: To feature lighting - oversized floor lamps through to decorative wall lights - as a form of functional art, which will make a statement in any room.

LEADING LIGHTS: Decorative light bulbs, in all shapes and sizes, can be an easy way to add interest, with a Calex bulb, from £10, enclosing a cluster of LED lights, particularly eye-catching. Make a statement with a Bulle Triple Cluster Glass Drop Pendant, £225, (available February), or a Tessellate Gold Metal LED Decorative Wall Light, £275.

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MAJOR IN METAL Metallics, especially copper’s warm tones, combine with light to give a warm glow, and will take centre stage in this year’s collections, says Victoria Atkin, 45, co-founder of Atkin And Thyme, specialists in hand-crafted and artisan homeware.

SWITCH ON: To pieces made in a traditional way by skilled craftsmen, which bring authenticity to an interior, and embrace transparency with clear glass bases or shades.

LEADING LIGHTS: A Castello Three Cluster Ceiling Pendant is a beauty as well as a bargain, as it’s currently reduced from £49 to £29. Floor lamps are versatile, because they can be moved to highlight a feature or area at will, and a Hector Angled Floor Lamp in Copper, £159, is handsome as well as practical. If you love the see-through look, a Kensington Hand Blown Glass Table Lamp With Black Shade, £99, is super-smart.

COLOUR & CALM More use of colour, and co-ordinating the style of a room’s lights, are two strong features highlighted by Nadia McCowan Hill, 32, style expert at online interiors company, Wayfair.

SWITCH ON: To tailoring lighting to make the most of a room’s size and shape. Up-lighting makes a space feel larger, low-hung pendants give an impression of height and clusters of lights add cosiness.

LEADING LIGHTS: Colour and contemporary style combine in a 10 Light Cascade Pendant by Endon Lighting, £249.60, which has a cluster of multi-coloured tear-shaped glass shades. A 1 Light Mini Pendant by Pacific Lifestyle, £42.99, is covered in faux silk, available in cream or grey and has the appearance of a flower opening.

Satisfy your desire to be a star in your own show with a Hollywood Directors Table Lamp by House Additions, in black and gunmetal, £67.99 (down from £79.99).

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Top ten reasons for buyers to choose a luxury new home at popular One Eight Zero

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uyers are turning to One Eight Zero for luxury house designs and panoramic views of Langstone Harbour.

The sought-after David Wilson Homes development is situated within Bedhampton Hill but location is not the only reason for the popularity of its impressive selection of four and five bedroom detached homes.

Top ten reasons for buying at One Eight Zero 1.Value for money More and more commuters are seeking out bargains within easy reach of Surrey because it makes better financial sense. According to Land Registry for England and Wales, the average cost for a detached house in Kingston Upon Thames in December 2015 was almost £915,000. Just an hour’s drive away, at One Eight Zero, the four bedroom Kailani detached home is priced from just £565,000.

2. Five star quality David Wilson Homes, part of Barratt Group, was rated a five star builder rating for the seventh consecutive year in the 2015 Home Builders Federation Customer Satisfaction Survey. Buyers can be sure of excellent service, before, during and after their move to One Eight Zero.

3. Easy access to local schools One Eight Zero’s excellent location, within the Bedhampton Hill area, means buyers will be within reach of numerous popular primary and secondary schools such as Portsmouth Grammar School and both Churchers College and Bedales School in Petersfield. Many have figures that compare favourably to national average league table benchmarks.

4. Transport and commuting links The development’s exquisitely-designed spacious family homes are equally-matched by an impressive location next to the sea - but there are excellent transport links via the nearby A3 to surrounding towns and cities, including London and Guildford.

Portsmouth and Southampton are within easy reach, with the M27 also close by. The capital is less than 90 minutes away by train and Southampton International Airport is just 20 minutes away by car.

5. Nearby towns and cities Those moving to One Eight Zero will also be within touching distance of historic Chichester and Winchester - as well as being able to travel just a short distance to enjoy the delights on offer in the popular market town of Petersfield.

6. Seaside The south coast has much to offer - and Langstone Harbour is no exception. With numerous sailing and watersport clubs nearby, it is the perfect choice for anyone keen to take up yachting, canoeing or windsurfing. There are also spectacular walks to be enjoyed, along the many nearby beaches. Even from their own homes, buyers at One Eight Zero will enjoy wonderful views across the harbour.

7. Shopping There are numerous opportunities to partake in retail therapy close by, from local independent shops and boutiques in Petersfield to the wealth of choice in nearby Portsmouth and Southampton.

Gunwharf Quays features more than 95 premium outlets and a wide choice of restaurants, while West Quay offers in excess of 100 stores - with further entertainment and eateries coming soon to its Watermark extension.

National Park, with its quaint villages and free-roaming cattle and ponies.

10. Activities For those who like to stay active, the area offers the chance to take part in all the water-based sports you would expect from a coastal location. Langstone Sailing Club offers slipway access to both Langstone and Chichester harbours - and a full calendar of events throughout the year. Nearby Queen Victoria Country Park offers some of the finest mountain bike and equestrian trails in the area. The Avenue Lawn Tennis and Squash club is also just a short drive away, with year-round events and sporting opportunities. Cultural events including a mix of theatre, comedy, live music and poetry are on offer at The Spring Arts and Heritage Centre. “One Eight Zero is a beautiful new development in a great location,” said David Wilson Homes sales director, Michelle Storer. “Those moving here will enjoy Bedhampton Hill’s close proximity to both countryside and coast, while benefitting from easy access to all local amenities.”

8. Eating out There is an excellent selection of restaurants nearby with 36 on the Quay in nearby Emsworth and a great choice of high-quality eateries in nearby Petersfield, Winchester and Chichester.

9. Countryside With the South Downs National Park right on the doorstep, One Eight Zero is the perfect base from which to unwind on picnics and long country walks.

A little further afield to the west is the New Forest

For more information about One Eight Zero, please call 0844 5710 385 or visit dwh.co.uk

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