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11 Presence 45 Park Lane presents a stunning exhibition from Rob Munday celebrating the Queen’s Jubilee. 14 J12 Shines Through Despite the dark appearance, the latest J12 models are anything but dull.

20 Seeking The Sun A selection of stunning swimwear and resortwear perfect for that escape to the sun. 40 Open For Al Fresco London’s plethora of outdoor eating and drinking spaces open for business.

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RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW

CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW 2 4 - 2 8 M AY

RHS Chelsea, sponsored by The Newt in Somerset, returns to its May dates for the first time since the pandemic, and will feature several decorative floral and plant displays to reflect The Queen’s long-standing support for the charity, as well as her love of flowers and gardens. Her Majesty has been the Society’s Royal Patron since 1952 and was a regular visitor to the show with her parents as a child. Her first visit to the show as The Queen was in 1955, attending more than 50 times during her 70-year reign. Renowned florist Simon Lycett who has created many floral arrangements for the Royal family, is designing a bespoke sculptural portrait of Her Majesty in the official Platinum Jubilee shade of purple. The silhouette will be covered on both sides with an assortment of native British-grown tree branches with connecting inner shelves arranged with 70 terracotta pots, hand-made in Warwickshire and planted with Lily of the Valley, one of The Queen’s favourite plants as it was featured in her Coronation bouquet. At the centre of the show’s Great Pavilion, the Monument will be surrounded by a photography exhibition depicting images of The Queen visiting the show throughout her reign. The feature installation by designer Dave Green includes an accessible deck walkway that will flow around the images, set amongst a woodland inspired planting scheme. Creating a calm and serene environment for visitors to view the images amongst a colour palette of white, green, purple and blue plants to reflect the tones found in natural woodlands.

RHS Chelsea Flower Show | 24 - 28 May 2022 | Images © RHS/Georgi Mabee

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In celebration of The Queen’s passion for nature, an installation by floral designers Veevers Carter will give visitors an immersive experience to enjoy their own personal tribute. Natural Perspectives will feature a canopy of flowers including fresh Delphiniums, inspired by the colours and planting of the Scottish landscape near the Royal Family’s Balmoral Castle estate. As visitors encounter the space, an ambient soundscape will fill the air, visual projections of wildlife will capture their gaze, leading to a large-scale portrait of The Queen made from dried pressed flowers that have been collected and re-used from the designers’ previous events. As visitors enter the iconic Bullring Gate, they’ll be greeted by an archway decorated with royal emblems reminiscent of a countryside meadow by Lucy Vail Floristry. Celebrating British flower growers and craftsmanship, the colourful design will include three wicker crowns covered in sweetpeas and columns abundant with foxgloves, geraniums, and irises. Following the show, all plants from the display will be returned to flower farms to be re-used and stems will be recycled for further events. Elsewhere at the iconic show, small space gardening makes a comeback as the popular Balcony and Container Gardens return as judged garden categories. Proving that any space, no matter how small, can be turned into a gardening haven, the Balcony and Container Gardens are joined again by the Houseplant Studios, supported by Close Brothers Asset Management, to offer plenty of inspiration for making the most of limited space and resources. With planting themes formed of easy to grow edibles, William Murray’s ‘The Potting Balcony Garden Sponsored by Viking’ and Ann Treneman’s ‘Wild Kitchen Garden’ both demonstrate how even with limited outdoor options, homeowners can still grow their own fresh produce outside their door. While back inside, the Houseplant Studios showcase the forward thinking style ideas and practical tips for bringing the splendour of growing to interior spaces. Helena Pettit, Director of RHS Gardens and Shows said: “This year’s RHS Chelsea is going to be particularly special as we celebrate this historic anniversary for Her Majesty and as the show returns in May following the pandemic. These imaginative floral tributes are a fitting and joyful representation of a truly unique monarch, and we hope visitors will enjoy seeing them at the show in the lead up to the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.” London Gate, Royal Hospital Road, Royal Hospital Chelsea, London SW3 4SR | rhs.org.uk/chelsea

LONDON CRAFT WEEK

London Craft Week 9 – 1 5 M AY

Celebrating outstanding British and international creativity, London Craft Week is once again returning to the capital from the 9th - 15th May. Bringing together over 250 established and emerging makers, designers, brands and galleries from around the world, the festival showcases a curated selection of works based not on price or fame, but underlying substance. Plus, that essential dash of magic and inspiration that separates great from good. This year, LCW 2022 features two major exhibitions at Sotheby’s: Material Consciousness - an exploration of pioneering sustainable design by furniture maker Brodie Neill, and Quartet: Goldsmithing in London Now, which brings together exquisite pieces of jewellery by Sian Evans, Lucie Gledhill, Castro Smith and Christopher Thompson-Royds. Meanwhile at Design Centre, Chelsea Harbour, contemporary craft fair Artefact will be shining a light on artisanal excellence across disciplines including metalwork, glass, sculpture, textiles, ceramics and upcycled materials. Other firsts of this year’s festival include two new curated Country Pavilions, showcasing work by talented independent makers, artists, studios and workshops from Malaysia and Norway. Highlights include a large-scale exhibition of Royal Pahang Silk Weave presented by HM Queen Azizah of Malaysia, who has been an ambassador for the vanishing craft of silk weaving for more

than two decades. While at Cromwell Place, Norwegian Crafts will be collaborating with Oslo-based multidisciplinary platform and artist group PYTON to present an exhibition of pioneering works by emerging creatives and unsung heroes. Guests can also discover a renewed appreciation of craftsmanship within contemporary fashion design, materials and making at the V&A. There will be a programme of events around Fashioning Masculinities: The Art of Menswear, including a jewellery masterclass with Rosh Mahtani and tailoring demonstration with Kimberley Megan Lawton. Elsewhere in Belgravia, the Argentine Ambassador’s Residence will be home to designer Clara Pinto’s FW22 collection, which pays tribute to organic British wool, traditional tailoring and innovative degradable bioplastics. London Craft Week this year, offers a journey from St James’s, along Jermyn Street, the original home of menswear to the elegant Princes Arcade with its boutiques that connect to Piccadilly. Go behind the scenes and enjoy the collaboration with the House of Rémy Martin, renowned for their masterful production of exceptional spirits, in a series of events celebrating savoir faire. There will be a host of after-hours masterclasses, demonstrations, cocktails and tastings. Now in its 8th year, London Craft Week is not to be missed. For the full programme visit londoncraftweek.com.

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‘PRESENCE’

Rob Munday, creator of the first officially commissioned 3D/ holographic portrait of Her Majesty The Queen in 2004, is unveiling a previously unseen portrait of the monarch this month to celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. The new portrait, which shows The Queen off-guard and smiling is named Platinum Queen: Felicity and is dedicated to the 20 years of friendship between The Queen and her personal assistant and close friend Miss Angela Kelly. The relaxed and candid shot was taken during the 2004 holographic photographic session at Buckingham Palace - a seminal artistic event that produced an image ‘Equanimity’, since described as one of the most iconic portraits of The Queen ever taken. Voted visitors’ favourite portrait at the National Portrait Gallery in London, the holographic image was used for the world’s first £100 banknote and also featured on the front cover of Time Magazine’s Diamond Jubilee issue in 2012. Munday describes holography as the ‘perfect blend of science and art.’ ‘The Queen’s daily life is so full of responsibility and duty that it was wonderful to see this fleeting moment of relaxation and pleasure. It is an uplifting portrait, so different from many of the more

sombre portraits commissioned in recent years and a befitting celebration for her Platinum Jubilee’ says Rob Munday. The new portrait remained unnoticed in Munday’s archives for almost 19 years, before he rediscovered it last summer. The composition sees the Queen reacting to an unscripted and amusing comment made by her best friend and dresser Miss Angela Kelly, as Angela rearranged her clothing prior to the holographic shoot. Munday captured this unexpected moment of Her Majesty while making test shots for the hologram at the time, and it is rare that official portraits show The Queen smiling in such a natural and unposed moment of joyfulness. The portrait will be unveiled at 45 Park Lane, originally an Art House in the early 20th Century, housing one of the most important private art collections in the United Kingdom. ‘Presence’ is a solo exhibition of light sculptures by Rob Munday focusing on the themes of entity, reality and the essence of existence. Munday will showcase selected large scale light sculptures from his acclaimed Naturalium series along with brand new works to be unveiled at the exhibition. ‘Equanimity’ will also be on display for the duration of the exhibition.

YOUR WATCH

BLUE SHADOW United by deeply rooted legacies as well as a shared passion for marine high performance, expert Italian watchmaker Panerai continues the partnership with world renowned luxury mobility brand Brabus in the creation of their second exclusive timepiece The Panerai Submersible S Brabus Blue Shadow Edition. This limited-edition dive watch combines the best of both respective brands in its design and functionality, underlined by authentic Swiss watchmaking tradition, a signature bold design and confident dependability. It is a movement for adventurers and enthusiasts; an evolution of its predecessor with a distinctive identity of its own, designed to be worn on the waves. The all-new Panerai Submersible S Brabus Blue Shadow Edition’s unique design is a culmination of the best that the worlds of premium horology and elite day boating have to offer, drawing inspiration from the signature design cues of the Brabus Shadow series of boats. Matching the Brabus Shadow 900 Deep Blue luxury day-boat, which likewise celebrates its debut at the 2022 Palma International Boat Show, the Panerai Submersible S Brabus Blue Shadow Edition impresses with an array of blue and gray tones. Composed of titanium and shaped using the process of Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS),

a method of 3D printing technology that produces volumes that are both strong and lightweight, the case measures 47mm. The construction of the case, which features the signature Panerai cushion shape and crown protector, offers both performance and a striking matte finish with an assertive presence. Both the unidirectional rotating bezel and lever heighten the standout aspect of the piece. They are made from Carbotech, a material based on carbon fibre with a variegated pattern that gives each watch a unique character and boasts durability, lightness, and high resistance to corrosion. Blue Super-LumiNova™ on the indices and hands make for highly legible and striking accents. Breakthrough technology is present both inside and out. Featuring the new P.4001/S caliber, a skeletonized movement based on the P.4000 caliber, the watch features a one-piece off-centered oscillating weight that allows for bi-directional winding, whereby the two spring barrels efficiently wind up while the watch is worn. The oscillating rotor - made of tungsten, a shiny, highdensity metal - enables the movement and therefore the watch itself to be much thinner and lighter while the stop balance wheel and seconds reset devices enable the time to be synchronized with a reference time signal.

Panerai Submersible S Brabus Blue Shadow Edition, Limited to just 200 Pieces Worldwide £40,600 | panerai.com

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J12 TOURBILLON DIAMOND Chanel has unveiled the new J12 Diamond Tourbillon Caliber 5, a technical prowess and aesthetic achievement and an expression of Chanel’s watchmaking savoir-faire. Designed in Paris by Arnaud Chastaingt, Director of the Chanel Watchmaking Creation Studio, and developed and assembled by the Chanel Manufacture at La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, the Caliber 5 is the first Flying Tourbillon movement made in-house. Equally beautiful from both front and back, the beautifully designed, exposed mechanism with its sophisticated finish is adorned with a lion’s head, the signature of Chanel Haute

Horlogerie Manufacture movements. A true technical tour de force, a solitaire diamond is positioned in the center of the flying tourbillon cage. Precisely cut to maximize its brilliance, the diamond turns around to the rhythm of the seconds, creating a hypnotic effect. The bezel, hands and crown are also set with diamonds. Delivered in two distinct styles, the J12 Tourbillon Diamond is available in matte black ceramic and steel or in glossy black ceramic and 18-carat white gold. Each option is limited to just 55 pieces. chanel.com

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ULYSSE NARDIN

BL AST HOUR STR I KE R Inspired by watchmaking’s past and the possibility of moving musical timekeeping into the future, Ulysse Nardin wants you to hear time again, not read it. Several years in the making, the house of Ulysse Nardin has found a new way to make sound. Introducing the Blast Hourstriker, an innovative new striking watch that breaks barriers in sound technology. This art of marking the time with music has always been a part of Ulysse Nardin’s technical arsenal. It was revived in the 1980s, under the impetus of Rolf Schnyder and given a new lease

of life in 2019 when the Swiss Manufacture collaborated with French audio technology company Devialet on the next level of watchmaking acoustics, which was launched in the Classico Hourstriker Phantom. This year Patrick Pruniaux, Ulysse Nardin’s CEO, has again made the choice to make sound central to the brand’s drive for more futuristic ways to reinterpret traditional watchmaking crafts. Ordinarily, to generate the sound needed to mark the passing hours, the hammer strikes a wire gong wrapped around the movement to which it is attached. The acoustic wave spreads into

Ulysse Nardin Blast Hourstriker €91,100 | ulysse-nardin.com

YOUR WATCH the middle of the mechanism and is partly absorbed by it. In these conditions, the sound heard lacks power and its harmonics are partially muffled by the material of the timepiece. For the Blast Hourstriker, Ulysse Nardin’s team of engineers decided to set themselves two challenges: make the chiming mechanism visible on the dial side and; further improve the quality/power output ratio. A challenge that was already started with the Classico Hourstriker Phantom watch. To achieve these goals, Ulysse Nardin’s engineers and watchmakers developed the UN-621 caliber. In order to guarantee optimal precision of Ulysse Nardin’s first in-house automatic striking manufacture movement, it is powered by a flying tourbillon; one that is equipped with a variable-inertia balance wheel, a silicon hairspring, anchor and escape wheel. Its contemporary lines have also been made sleeker and stamped with the now iconic X associated with the brand’s latest generation of timepieces. The most complex phase of the Blast Hourstriker’s development involved redesigning the entire kinematics of this 330-component striking caliber to allow this highly sophisticated mechanism, which is usually hidden from view, to be seen dial side. When the striker is on, the mechanical ballet that makes the watch’s sound is visible on the hour and half hour, but even its occasional activation is just as beautiful. By pressing the button located at 10 o’clock, the mechanism, driven by a specially dedicated barrel, is triggered. The hour rack and the inertia regulator start to turn; the hammers, visible in an opening made at 12 o’clock, hit the gong whose shape has been subtly worked to bypass the cage of the flying tourbillon. Finally, to ensure that the Blast Hourstriker’s striking mechanism acoustic performance perfectly audible, this movement incorporates a titanium membrane developed in collaboration

with Devialet; one of whose co-founders is a direct descendant of the Ulysse Nardin family. As in the Classico Hourstriker Phantom, the torsion lever connects the heel of the gong to the fine membrane. In this construction, it is pressed against a grid to prevent it deforming in the event of extreme external pressure. This diaphragm is 3/10th of a millimeter thick and treated with black DLC, which offers a large deformation area, which, when under load, moves a large volume of air, which improves the audibility of the sound produced. The Blast line’s signature double X cut into the rose gold caseback, also ensures the security of this sensitive Devialet membrane, which, once in action, basically acts like a hi-fi speaker - releasing and amplifying the gong’s sound. As you would expect, an exceptional mechanism requires an exceptional case. So Ulysse Nardin decided to encase a movement inspired by the power of nature in a design inspired by a powerful man-made machine - the stealth airplane. To truly allow the sound of the Blast Hourstriker to resonate, the distinctive 45 mm Blast case was given a black DLC titanium middle, capped with 5N 18-kt rose gold, for improved acoustics. To silence this imposing timepiece with the button located at 8 o’clock on the middle must be pressed and then the ‘On’ or ‘Off’ position at the tip of the function selector hand located at 8 o’clock checked. The three straps that come with the Blast Hourstriker allow its different personalities to be explored. The black high-tech, waterproof velvet option emphasizes its aerodynamism, while the alligator brings its more sophisticated side to the fore. In addition, a rubber strap is also available for this model. Whatever you choose, remember the Blast Hourstriker is made to be heard not seen.

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ARMIN STROM

ORBIT

Reinterpreting ‘The Date’

Armin Strom has unveiled a new creation endowed with a highly legible date driven by a column-wheel that can be activated and deactivated with the push of a button, all in a sporty package: meet the “Orbit” first edition, limited to 25 pieces. With its System 78 collection, the independent Armin Strom manufacture seeks to create new and innovative expressions of fine watchmaking, with ingenious and practical world firsts

position when in the stationary mode. The date can be rapidly set using a corrector button on the 8 o’clock position of the case or can be advanced manually via the crown by advancing the time. Based on the development of the Gravity Equal Force that was unveiled in 2019 as the world’s first automatic watch with equal force transmission, the Orbit’s movement delivers consistent power to the balance, with a power reserve of 72 hours. Its “stop-

executed in an unmistakable language of design. The latest addition to the line, the Orbit first edition, reinterprets the date one of the most common watchmaking functions - by combining several complications in one in a totally new way. Often present but rarely revisited, the date function is considered one of the most useful complications in mechanical watchmaking. More commonly displayed in a small aperture on the dial, or a pointer-style hand with the date on the periphery of the dial, the date function is a complication that has rarely been reimagined. And that’s precisely what Armin Strom sought to accomplish with the Orbit. The Orbit’s most outstanding feature is its unprecedented and playfully imaginative date function. Entirely conceived, developed and built by the Armin Strom manufacture, the unique complication has been dubbed the “Column-Wheel Date”. As its name implies, the column- wheel drives the date mechanism, which is visible from the dial side. This system, typically found in chronograph mechanisms, enhances the date indicator’s stability and performance while also providing a satisfying and reassuring tactile experience when engaging and disengaging the date function. The date is indicated on the bezel by a large central hand with a red “A” tip for Armin. The days of the month - 1 through 31 are engraved in white around the circumference of the polished black ceramic bezel for a high-contrast and instantly readable effect. The date hand essentially has two modes: stationary and active. When the date hand is in the stationary mode, it is essentially “off” and remains in its fixed position pointing at 12 o’clock, leaving the off-centred dial unobstructed. Using the pusher on the left side of the case, the date hand is ”engaged” and jumps to point at the correct date. In this mode, the date automatically advances once a day, at midnight. With another push of the button, the hand returns to its stationary position, with a mechanical memory allowing it to jump back to the correct date when required by the wearer. The retrograde mechanism allows the date hand to jump back from 31 to 1, avoiding any confusion with the hand’s

work” mechanism within the barrel prevents the mainspring from fully unwinding, thus leveraging only the part of the mainspring’s unwinding process that can deliver power most consistently. And true to the manufacture’s unwavering commitment to offering true haute-horology craftsmanship across its entire collection, the movement is fully hand-finished and decorated with features such as chamfered and polished edges, polished chatons and perlage graining. Its unique functionality and ingeniously chronometric movement are not the only attributes that set the Orbit apart. Housed in a 43.4 mm stainless-steel case paired with an integrated steel bracelet, the design of the Orbit allows for the technical prowess of the unique column-wheel date complication as well as the micro-rotor mechanism and equal force barrel to take centre stage, all while adding a sporty allure. The bezel immediately conveys a sense of performance and utility while remaining visually sleek. Perfectly smooth to the touch yet highly resistant to scratches, the bezel framing the micro-mechanical spectacle within is crafted in ultra-hard black ceramic, which is engraved and painted with the dates. The offset dial is a black-gold colour, indicating the hours and minutes as well as the seconds on a separate counter. The numerals, hour markers and the hour and minute hands are filled with off-white Super-LumiNova® for optimal legibility in the dark. A rare feat for most watch manufactures, the steel hands are manufactured by Armin Strom and, like all the visible parts of the movement, are meticulously hand-finished in-house. This first iteration of the Orbit is further distinguished by the fact that the three bridges - the barrel, the micro-rotor and winding bridges - are specially coated in black gold. A testament to its robustness and irreproachable performance, the first edition is offered with a 10-year warranty - twice as long as Armin Strom’s standard warranty. With the Orbit, Armin Strom has created a singular timepiece that is innovative yet functional enough to be enjoyed daily by even the most discerning watch-lovers, and different enough to keep them permanently captivated.

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Armin Strom Orbit First Edition Limited to just 25 Pieces £26,500 | arminstrom.com

HEIDI KLEIN

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Seeking the Sun

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Right: Seashells Portofino One Piece £260.00 Below: Citron Santorini Top £140.00 Citron Fiji Bottom £110.00

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Beauty Buys

Inspired by Soleil Brûlant, the Private Blend fragrance evoking opulent, golden sunrays warming the skin, Tom Ford's latest Soleil Summer 2022 collection includes a silky scented oil, cushioning lip colours, and a shade shifting balm that perfectly transforms into a personalised pink stain based on your own unique skin PH. The highlight of the collection has to be the Soleil Brûlant itself. The sun kissed freshness of the mandarin and bergamot mingles with spicy pink peppercorn, orange flower absolute and a note of radiant black honey. Enchanting. Soleil Brulant EDP, 50ml £240.00; Soleil Brulant Shimmering Body Oil £75.00 from Tom Ford. Available at tomford.co.uk and brownthomas.com Soleil Lip Blush £44.00 from Tom Ford. Available at Tom Ford Covent Garden and Tom Ford Sloane Street. Available nationwide from 6 May.

Featuring two shades to fill in brows and mimic brow hairs, this 2-in-1 crafting tool from Stila lets you create expertly shaped, styled and defined brows in an instant. One side of pen includes the precise Stay All Day® Waterproof Brow Colour felt-tip applicator to draw hair-like strokes, while the other side contains a 4-prong brow applicator to fill in and blend colour into brows. Smudge-proof, transfer-proof, sweatresistant, and waterproof, this is a must have for your makeup bag. Balayage Brow, available in Light, Medium and Dark £20.00 each from Stila. stila.co.uk

Perfect for laying the base for foundations, this hydrating primer from Giorgio Armani prepares your skin, leaving it feeling hydrated and looking smooth and radiant. The oil-in-water formulation gives a fresh & natural no makeupmakeup look. Enriched with Shea butter and Glycerin, and formulated with a translucent polymer and crystalencapsulated pigments, skin is left looking beautifully fresh and radiant. Luminous Silk Hydrating Primer, 30ml £36.00 from Giorgio Armani. armanibeauty.co.uk

Guerlain has launched at Harvey Nichols Knightsbridge. Shoppers will be able to buy the brand's latest fragrances, skincare and make-up including the new Aqua Allegoria Nerolia Vetiver fragrance and KissKiss Bee Glow balms, among many other iconic products from the Parisian alchemist of beauty since 1828. KissKiss Bee Glow Balm (7 Colour Options) £32.00 each from Guerlain. guerlain.com

Available in two shades, create the illusion of glass like skin with Charlotte Tilbury's new Pillow Talk Multi Glow Highlighter. The silky smooth powder formula glides onto skin to create a soft focus, blurring finish. Pillow Talk Multi Glow in Romance Light, £35.00 Charlotte Tilbury charlottetilbury.com

FRESH FRAGRANCE Fruity with raspberry and juicy pear; before opening to peony and lily of the valley heart notes and a comforting musk sand cashmere wood, the new scent from Italian brand Furla is the perfect scent for Spring. Autentica EDP, 50ml £49.00 from Furla. Available at Fenwick.

Adding to the Light Blue collection, Dolce & Gabbana have launched Light Blue Italian Love. Created by master perfumer Olivier Cresp, Light Blue perfectly captures her natural sensuality, encapsulating the essence of a balmy summer’s day in a lively, fruity floral scent that speaks of sun-drenched days on the magical island of Capri. The freshness of sparkling Calabrian lemon and crisp Granny Smith apple, softened by a feminine bouquet of heady jasmine and pure white rose, yields to the seductive warmth of cedar wood, amber and musk. Divine.

Dolce & Gabbana have launched a range of new makeup brushes to ensure your application is flawless. Must-haves include the unique curved sculpting brush designed to apply blush and highlighter and the fluffy powder brush. New Face Brush Blush/Highlight £42.00; and Powder Brush £55.00 from Dolce&Gabbana. Available at Look Fantastic.

HOME SCENTS Nest New York have launched a new collaboration with fine art photographer Gray Malin. Transporting you to stunning locations around the globe, and launching exclusively this month on Cult Beauty, the limited-edition assortment includes a new iteration of Ocean Mist & Sea Salt and Sicilian Tangerine. Known for merging his passion for photography and interior design with a spirit of travel and adventure, Gray Malin’s work is the perfect complement to Nest New York’s bestselling transportive home fragrances. Each fragrance is housed in handblown glass vessels with colour coordinated stripes reminiscent of beach umbrellas from Gray’s famous photography, making the collection truly collectable. The NEST New York x Gray Malin limited edition collection comes in both the Classic Candle £46.00 and a Reed Diffuser £53.00 variation. cultbeauty.co.uk

Light Blue Italian Love Pour Femme 50ml £65.00 Dolce & Gabbana available from The Perfume Shop.

Skincare & Hair

Formulated with collagen matrix and potent plant extracts, the new Collagen Superfusion Face Oil from Charlotte Tilbury leaves skin looking plumper, more hydrated and glowy. The vitamin rich base includes Avocado, Olive, Babassu, Raspberry Seed, Blueberry Seed and Evening Primrose oils to deeply nourish and moisturise the skin. Collagen Superfusion Face Oil, 30ml £60.00 from Charlotte Tilbury. charlottetilbury.com

Inspired by the stunning backdrop and powerful natural ingredients of Switzerland, luxury Swiss skincare brand Valmont has launched the brand new Luminosity range which promises to infuse the skin with a sparkling glow. With a name rooted in the Latin word ‘lumen’, meaning light, the range is made up with key products including the LumiMask, a creamy, resurfacing mask harnessing the Swiss phytocomplex - a compound of seven skin-boosting plants - to refine, exfoliate and illuminate with immediate effect; and the LumiPeel Peeling Lotion, that contains lightreflecting white mulberry to reduce imperfections and resurface the skin's texture for radiant skin. Also available are the LumiCream Moisturiser and LumiSence Serum. LumiPeel Peeling Lotion, 150ml £111.00; and LumiMask Resurfacing Mask, 50ml £154.00 from Valmont. Available at Harrods.

With delectable notes of dragonfruit, orange blossom, tuberose and musk, this exotic scalp and body scrub from Ouai transports you to a far away land. The limited edition St Barts scent blends sugar, hibiscus and coconut oil to effortlessly exfoliate and nourish your scalp and body in no time. St Barts Scalp & Body Scrub £32.00 from Ouai. theouai.co.uk

Formulated with 95% natural ingredients for maximum tolerance and effectiveness, this fragrance free repairing balm from Clarins is ideal for sensitive and damaged skin. It works to immediately soothe, repair and nourish skin in an instant.

Calm Essential Soothing Repairing Balm £28.00 from Clarins. clarins.co.uk

Inspired by the smooth harmony of rose and jasmine that composes N°5, Chanel has launched a collection of five bar soaps presented in a black and white gift set, a nod to the minimalist design of the N°5 packaging. Infused with the House's iconic fragrance, the soaps are wrapped in tissue paper, which is sealed with a Chanel stamp. This stamp is reminiscent of the art of baudruchage, used to seal the N°5 bottle, and can be gently removed to release the fragrance. The perfect gift for someone special. N°5 The Soaps, 5 x 7G £89.00 from Chanel. chanel.com

Rainforest grown hair care brand Rahua has introduced the firstever 100% Natural, Paraben & Sulphate Free Aloe Vera Healing Hair Gel. Unlike any traditional styling product on the planet, this nutrient-rich blend has been created to deliver soft, smooth styling capabilities while strengthening and healing the hair for natural and lustrous results. Perfect for smooth blow outs and enriched with Rahua’s signature Rainforest Grown Beauty Symbiotic® ingredients and other plant-based naturals, the smoothing formula imparts flexible hold and a refreshing, reinvented take on styling gel. Aloe Vera Hair Mask £32.00 from Rahua. Available at Net-APorter and Cult Beauty. rahua.uk

Deeply nourishing, this rich purple masque from Kerastase instantly neutralises brassiness and unwanted yellow tones to restore lightened hair. Used once a week, blonde hair is left looking luminous and cool - perfect for summer! Blond Absolu Masque Ultra Violet, 200ml £37.60 Kerastase kerastase.co.uk

Fomulated with a potent, stabilised form of Vitamin C and powerful botanicals, this refreshing gel serum from StriVectin helps to banish dark circles, correcting the look of both cool and warm toned shades. Just one pump morning and evening visibly brightens and firms skin while targeting shadows and discolouration around the eyes. Super-C Dark Circle Brightening Eye Serum £52.00 from StriVectin. strivectin.co.uk

Suncare Shiseido has launched the new Urban Environment Age Defense SPF 30. A lightweight, daily, urban sunscreen enriched with skincare ingredients.

Urban Environment Age Defense Oil-Free SPF 30 £34.00 from Shiseido. Available at shiseido.co.uk, Look Fantastic, Cult Beauty, Harrods, Boots.

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DELVE IN TO DUBROVNIK Host to globally loved, award winning television shows while boasting a rich history and truly stunning scenery, Croatia's Dubrovnik is the perfect destination to soak up the sun whilst enjoying some of the country's heritage.

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Thanks to its location on the Dalmatian coast, in the extreme south of Croatia, Dubrovnik enjoys beautiful Mediterranean sunshine for much of the year, making this very much a year-round destination. Renowned as one of the world’s most magnificent walled cities and fondly known as the Pearl of the Adriatic, the stunning 6th-century Old Town is truly a sight to behold. This famed city has received further interest following its use as the location of a number of scenes from the iconic Game of Thrones series, with much of the filming taking place in within this historic site. If you are a fan, there are numerous tours on offer to explore the incredible set locations used and equally if you are one of the few who haven’t subjected hours to the screen, it is a fantastic way to take in the Old Town and see some of the places you might otherwise pass by. Wander the bustling boutiques, markets and bars, before enjoying a hearty lunch of freshly caught seafood and a long walk along the iconic walls. As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Old Town and its towering walls rise above the central 13th-century main street and there are plenty of passageways and staircases to explore. It’s a fantastic way to avoid feeling guilty for eating all the delicious seafood as there are some long and steep staircases to tackle should you so choose. It will also help you justify indulging in one of the many superb ice cream parlours dotted throughout the Old Town. Offering every flavour under the sun, it is the perfect way to refresh and cool down after your exploration. Outside the old walls, the cable car, which rides up to Mount Srđ, offers spectacular views of Dubrovnik and beyond, with the beautiful turquoise waters stretching out as far as the eye can see. If the view isn’t quite enough to quench your thirst, then you can head back down to the Old Town Harbour and jump on a boat to enjoy the water a little closer. A regular ferry will take you across to the supposedly cursed island of Lokrum - which also features on some Game of Thrones tours which is only open during the day, but affords a worthy trip to either explore or relax. Cursed or not, the stunning scenery of rocky beaches, lush greenery and the Adriatic Sea will make the visit one to remember. You can enjoy a long walk, take pictures of the peacocks - the island’s only inhabitants explore the Benedictine monastery or even the Game of Thrones centre - it’s well worth the day trip. The origins of the Croatian language and its classic literature can be traced back to Dubrovnik, and the city remains an epicentre of culture, art, music and science. It also makes the perfect starting point for exploring the rest of Croatia’s charming beaches and idyllic islands. adriaticluxuryhotels.com | croatia.hr

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Overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik's enchanting charm isn't the only thing on offer, there's plenty to see and do. Overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Adriatic, Dubrovnik’s enchanting charm isn’t the only thing on offer, there’s plenty to see and do.

DUBROVNIK DUBROVNIK A short stroll from the tourist sights, Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik is a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of the magical city whilst still offering the same stunning views of the Adriatic and its own little oasis on the coast. Beautifully modern with a cool resort feel, the stunning hotel has been recently refurbished to incorporate wonderfully light, contemporary interiors with magnificent sea views. Tucked away in a peaceful bay, carved into the cliffside, the five-star, luxury boutique hotel makes the most of its enviable location with fantastic floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the vast Adriatic and flooding every space with light. Step into the spacious lobby from the glass fronted street entrance and you get your first glimpse of the hotel’s incredible view. From here, the hotel stretches down the cliff face moving through restaurants, rooms and the spa before culminating in the beachside terrace with access to the tranquil, secluded bay waters. The luxuriously modern rooms and suites - 91 rooms, 14 of which are suites - have been beautifully refurbished with a clean and contemporary style that is instantly soothing to the eye, creating a calm and tranquil space to relax in and is more than fitting against the turquoise blue backdrop. Not only can guests admire the breath-taking views of the Adriatic seafront from private balconies, the neutral toned rooms boast a range of luxurious textiles and furnishings in complementing shades of beige, stone and soft grey. With eight room types, there is something for everyone to suit all budgets, and each room boasts free WiFi and luxurious L’Occitane toiletries. Back in the rest of the hotel, the Energy Clinic wellness & spa has everything you need for a relaxing morning or afternoon. There’s a jacuzzi, Finnish sauna, steam room, experience showers, and a large pool with views out to the glistening sea. An extensive treatment list is also available which varies from luxurious Sisley Paris treatments to signature massages and scrubs.

Hotel Bellevue Dubrovnik, Pera Čingrije 7, 20000 Dubrovnik, Croatia

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At the base of the cliffs, and accessed via lift, is a peaceful pebble beach complete with a beautiful sun-deck and beachside restaurant, Nevera. Set inside an atmospheric cave with a stunning beach terrace, here you can sample some of the best Dalmatian fish, seafood and salads in Dubrovnik, freshly caught from the surrounding islands and expertly matched with Croatia’s most exclusive wines such as Pošip and Dingač. After your light lunch, why not retire back to your sun lounger for some more relaxation.

Breakfast is equally enjoyable, set up the cliffside, the Vapor Restaurant host a sprawling buffet with your choice of hot dish overlooking that stunning cove. You can also indulge in some contemporary fine dining of an evening at this Michelin Guide restaurant. Some facilities at the hotel are seasonal such as Nevera, so check before booking. Double rooms at Hotel Bellevue start from €351 approximately £301 per night.

+385 20330 000 | reservations@alh.hr | adriaticluxuryhotels.com

S E A S O N A L LY TA S T Y Seasonal vegetables take centre stage in a partnership tasting menu not to be missed. Galvin at Windows and Borough Market's Turnips combine to deliver a stunning, flavourful menu celebrating fresh, seasonal, local produce.

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Outdoor Dining in Soho at 10 Greek Street An unassuming, independent contemporary restaurant and wine bar in the heart of Soho, 10 Greek Street is the ideal retreat in Soho. In warmer months, tables sprawl onto the iconic Greek Street with guests able to enjoy dishes whilst basking in the sunshine, including signature dishes such as Clam & leek fritters with aioli and Smoked salmon & trout and Yellowfin tuna, cauliflower, potatoes & gribiche, all of which are perfectly accompanied by their interesting selection of wines by the glass - or beer from their own brewery - Braybrooke Beer Co. 10 Greek Street, Soho, London W1D 4DH | 10greekstreet.com

Willows on The Roof - central London’s al fresco rooftop terrace Willows on The Roof, the must-visit rooftop bar in partnership with Night Tales is located on the rooftop of Oxford Street’s John Lewis and offers one of central London’s largest al fresco terraces complete with a number of heated private huts and pods for when the sun goes down. Guests can expect food courtesy of the recently launched RAPS, Tinie Tempah’s new soul-food inspired fried chicken brand and Willows’ expert cocktail menu, comprised of well known favourites including the Willows Negroni, a Garden G&T, a Dark Espresso Martini and the popular Sage of Consent. Willows on The Roof, 300 Oxford Street, London W1C 1DX | willowsontheroof.com

Be Transported to Portugal at Bar Douro City A slice of Portugal in the heart of the city, Bar Douro City, is the perfect place to enjoy authentic Portuguese food and wine surrounded by beautiful, hand-painted azulejo tiles, indoors and out. Celebrating Portugal’s varied, regional gastronomy, the menu is perfect for enjoying on Bar Douro’s beautifully decorated lush terrace, with dishes such as Grilled Octopus with sweet potato, Presa iberica with broad beans & pata negra ham and the much loved Bacalhau a Bras (Salt cod hash). With over 100 Portuguese wines on their cellar list, Bar Douro City is the perfect place to sample a variety of different wines, from established producers to up-and-coming vineyards, which demonstrate the best of Portugal’s dynamic wine scene, with many of the producers also featuring at Bar Douro’s Wine Festival FESTA this June. Bar Douro City, Unit 3, 1 Finsbury Ave, London EC2M 2PF | bardouro.co.uk

PERFECT FOR YOUR PALATE Al fresco dining at 28-50 Marylebone As warmer months are approaching, enjoy outside dining at 28-50 Marylebone. At the south end of Marylebone Lane, guests can choose from an extensive wine list and expertly crafted cocktail selection, perfect for the sun-soaked terrace, as well as a great food menu including the Sharing platter with olives, hummus, chicken wings, padron peppers and roasted squash and Cheese and charcuterie selection. Main dishes include the 28-50 Cheeseburger with iceberg lettuce, pickles, caramelised onion, smoked bacon, truffle mayo and fries and Pumpkin risotto with sage and lemon dressing. To finish, guests can choose from a selection of sweet treats to include Profiteroles with praline Chantilly, chocolate and hazelnuts and Home-made ice cream and sorbet. 28-50, 15-17 Marylebone Lane, Marylebone, London W1U 2NE 2850marylebone.co.uk

Umbrella Workshop opens al fresco drinking spot in Shoreditch Just in time for the warmer weather, Umbrella Workshop, the latest bar come shop concept from the team behind The Sun Tavern and Discount Suit Company, are launching an al fresco drinks spot outside their shop front. Hidden away from bustling Shoreditch on an unassuming little mews, visitors can enjoy cocktails from their weekly changing menu either inside, or outside whilst soaking up the sun. Additionally, for those heading to the park or barbecues, Umbrella Workshop will be fully stocked with their own label ciders and premix cocktails, as well as indie beer and natural wines. Umbrella Workshop, Unit 10, Cleeve Workshops, Boundary Street, London E2 7JD | theumbrellaproject.co.uk

Dim Sum Al Fresco at Yauatcha City Modern Chinese dim-sum tea house Yauatcha City is the perfect place to enjoy the Spring sunshine, complete with its extensive double wrap-around terrace. In the heart of Broadgate Circle, guests can soak in the atmosphere, and the sun, within its sophisticated confines whilst enjoying Yauatcha’s renowned dim sum and some refreshing cocktails. Menu highlights include Scallop shumai, Venison puffs, Edamame and truffle dumplings and Kung pao chicken with cashew nut and dried chilli, alongside classic cocktails such as the Lychee Ginger Collins and Mango Mule. Yauatcha City, Broadgate Circle, London EC2M 2QS | yauatcha.com

Spacious Outdoor Dining at Victoria’s Rail House Café Found in the heart of Victoria and known for its globallyinspired all-day menus, Rail House Café is home to an expansive sun-soaked terrace which can seat over 120 people. Guests can spread out across a variety of beautifully designed spaces, ranging from bar stools to rustic sofas, whilst snacking on dishes from their imaginatively designed menus. Highlights include a selection of bowls such as Truffled mac & cheese with shallot rings, crispy rocket and capers and Pea falafel, crispy kale & chickpeas, squash, yoghurt and cucumber perfectly paired with skewers that include the Jerk chicken thigh with BBQ and spring onion and King prawns with Aleppo pepper and fennel. Enjoy alongside chilled Rosé or cocktails such as Right on Thyme with Champagne, thyme-infused Lillet Blanc, coconut and lemon and the Masako Martini with sake, lychee liqueur, lemon, rose and mint. Rail House Café, 8 Sir Simon Milton Square,Victoria, London SW1E 5DJ railhouse.cafe

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P E R G O L A PA R A I S O Pergola, one of the capital’s most loved rooftops, has transformed into a new summertime pop up: Pergola Paraíso (‘Pergola Paradise’). Taking its cues from the balmy beaches of Mexico, the new pop up offers guests an immersive drinking and dining experience with escapist vibes for feel good summer energy. Complete with pop-up restaurants from authentic Mexican eateries Crudo Cevicheria and Dos Mas Tacos, an extensive menu of Margaritas, a centrepiece dance floor and much more, Pergola Paraíso is bringing a dose of Mexican sunshine to the heart of West London this summer. The venue's biggest transformation to date, with a total design overhaul for this new experience, highlights include a striking arched entrance framed by palm trees and leading into a tropical paradise complete with beach-style furniture designed for lounging, plus a bespoke mural. Pergola’s food hall-style seating has been replaced with an abundance of Mexican plants and foliage, traditional rattan furniture, hammocks, kilim rugs and hanging ornaments for an authentic feel. There are bookable cabana-style day beds, ideal for al fresco celebrations with friends, from lunch dates through to late night parties, as well as a large dance floor - a first for Pergola Paddington - with a roster of well-known DJs playing beach house at parties throughout the summer. pergolapaddington.com

Along with Mexican cuisine, a weekly rotating programme of events, from Margarita Mondays to Taco Tuesdays will also be on offer, alongside a re-imagined Filth&Co Burger Shack. Pergola Paraíso has partnered with Corona to create this summertime experience, and the venue will largely remain free to enter with no need to purchase a ticket. Pergola Paraíso will run until mid-September. Further details of the additional events will be announced shortly.

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A L L EGR A Traversing the classic and the creative, Allegra has quickly established itself as one of Stratford's leading dining destinations and during the warmer months, regulars and locals rejoice when the restaurant and bar is able to throw open its doors to its extensive 11,290 ft² wraparound terrace and garden. With views across the city from its notable 7th floor location in the iconic Manhattan Loft Gardens, the reopening of the terrace coincides with Head Chef Patrick Powell's shift in dishes on the menu as he is able to showcase the best of the spring produce through his innovative, contemporary British cuisine. Leading the new selection, which will be available both in the restaurant and on the terrace, are Market oysters with bloody mary granite and pickled celery, Cornish pollock ceviche, tomato, leche de tigre and preserved lime, that famous fried chicken, mustard fruit, aioli and pickles and clotted cream & strawberry ice cream sandwiches. Guests will also be able to sip on new cocktails including My Tai, a mix of rum and arrack with sunflower seeds, homemade orange liqueur and lemon verbena and citrus spritz with pampelle, home-made citrus cordial, prosecco and grapefruit soda and green spritz, which mixes apple and celery with prosecco and spicy notes of ginger ale. With live music on Sundays, the terrace at Allegra is all set for an exciting summer ahead and is open from 4pm Wednesday and Thursday and 12pm Friday - Sunday.

Allegra, 20 International Way, London E20 1FD | 020 3973 0545 | allegra-restaurant.com

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Fresh seasonal produce used to create a unique vegan tasting menu This Spring, two of London’s most iconic dining establishments - Galvin at Windows and Borough Market’s greengrocer and restaurant Turnips - have joined together to combine their culinary expertise to serve up a show-stopping, six-course, sustainable vegan tasting menu featuring the finest of the season’s offering, exclusively sourced from the Turnips stall and local producers. Launched on World Earth Day last month, Galvin at Windows Head Chef Marc Hardiman (previously at The Ritz Hotel) and Turnips Chef Patron Tomas Lidakevicius (formerly of Jason Atherton’s City Social) have created a beautiful menu that represents the future of food. Following the Turnips ingredient-led ethos, the duo have created three dishes each, all centred around a seasonal vegetable. Highlights include Marc’s refined twist to British classics, with dishes of Wye valley asparagus, morel mushrooms & nettles and Celeriac ribbons, mint & capers alongside sweet temptations of Coconut Crème, macerated berries & lemon verbena. Tomas on the other hand, has crafted Jersey royals, maitake and Italian broad beans; Laudani Farm Blood Orange tapioca; and Italian Merinda tomatoes with wild garlic pesto; with the

tomatoes being supplied by Turnips until the menu concludes at the end of May. The drinks offering complements the menu with Head Sommelier Rudina Arapi selecting delicate and delicious vegan and organic wine pairings. The starter of Asparagus is paired with a vibrant Vouvray, Domaine Champalou, Touraine, France, 2019; the Celeriac with a natural red - Morgon, Marcel Lapierre, Beaujolais, France, 2020 and the Coconut Crème with a powerful white - Jurançon, La Magendia, Clos de Lapeyre, Soth France, 2018. Head Chef, Marc Hardiman, noted: “We are so excited to be collaborating with Turnips this Spring, inviting Tomas back to the Galvin at Windows kitchen for the launch. Operating for more than 30 years as a greengrocer, the team at Turnips shares our passion for the best of British produce, with this latest evolution of our menu showcasing how hard we’re working to evolve our plant-based offering for guests.” The six-course Vegan Tasting Menu is available now until the 29th May served during lunch and dinner service Wednesday to Saturday at £99.00 per person for six courses including matching wine arrangement, as well as £65.00 minus pairings.

Galvin at Windows, Hilton on Park Lane, 22 Park Lane, Mayfair, London W1K 1BE | galvinatwindows.com

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Barn Fish & Chips Serves Four People By Adam Smith Adam Smith is executive chef at Michelin-starred, Restaurant Coworth Park in Ascot. Named as the Roux Scholar in 2012 and awarded Craft Guild of Chefs Restaurant Chef of the Year in 2015, he joined Coworth Park as executive chef in 2016, overseeing all its culinary outlets, and in 2021 was awarded the Michelin-star for Restaurant Coworth Park for a fourth consecutive year.

Whether it’s wrapped up and eaten straight out of the paper on a brisk seaside walk or enjoyed with a cold beer in your favourite countryside pub, fish and chips is undoubtedly one of Britain’s best loved dishes. It’s a staple at Coworth Park and so, to coincide with National Fish & Chip Day on Friday 27 May, I’m sharing my signature recipe for you to try at home - it is fairly simple to make, but timing is everything to get that desired crispy finish!

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INGREDIENTS 4 x 8oz Haddock Fillets (Skinned and Pinned) Coworth Park Beer Batter Flour for Dusting Chunky Chips Minted Peas Tartar Sauce Lemon Wrapped in Muslin COWORTH BEER BATTER 500g Plain Flour 2g Malt Vinegar 3g Baking Powder 3g Salt 700ml Coworth Park IPA • Put all of the dry ingredients into a large mixing bowl. • First add the malt vinegar. • Then slowly mix in the Coworth Park IPA until the mix is smooth. • Allow to rest for 45 min before using.

TARTAR SAUCE 450g Mayonnaise 150g Capers 90g Cornichons 120g Banana Shallots 1 Bunch Parsley 1 Lemon • • • • •

Finely dice the shallots and cornichons. Chop the capers but not too much so that they are a paste. Finely chop the picked parsley leaves. Mix together in a bowl and add the mayonnaise. Season with the zest and juice of the lemon.

CHUNKY CHIPS 1.2kg Large Agria Potatoes 30g Salt • Wash and peel the potatoes. • Cut the potatoes into large chips roughly around 2cm in height and width and about 10cm long. • Place in a single layer on the bottom of a heavy bottom pan and cover in water which is around 8cm above the top of the potatoes. • Add the salt and put onto a medium heat and bring up to simmer. • Simmer for 4 min before draining into a colander. • Allow to steam out for around 5 min before shaking the

colander to fluff up the edges. • Lay the chips on a flat tray in a single layer and leave in the fridge for 12 hours. • Heat clean oil in the deep fat fryer to 120˚C and blanch the air dried chips for around 8 min until soft at the core. • Again lay flat on a try and reserve for service. • To serve cook in hot oil at 180˚C until golden brown and crispy. • Season to taste with salt and malt vinegar.

MINTED PEAS 1kg Fresh Peas 400g Frozen Peas 1 Bunch Mint 1 Baby Gem Lettuce 1 Banana Shallot 50g Salted Butter • First remove the fresh peas from the pods and cook in boiling salted water, refreshing in ice water once cooked. • Boil a pan of salted water with 2 sprigs on mint inside, add the frozen peas and cook for 2 min. • Drain and reserve the water, remove the mint sprigs and add the peas into a food processor. • Blend until smooth adding back the cooking liquor if needed. • Once smooth chill as quickly as possible to retain the colour. • Dice the banana shallots. • Pick and wash the gem leaves and slice into 1cm thick strips. • Pick the mint leaves and cut into 1cm squares. • Melt the butter in a sauce pan and add the diced shallots and cook until soft without colour. • Add in the cooked fresh peas followed by the pea purée. • Season with salt and pepper before adding the gem lettuce and mint to taste.

TO SERVE • Ensure your fryer oil is clear and set too 180˚C. • Pat dry the haddock fillets and dust in the plain flour before holding the tail end and dipping into the beer batter. • Place this into the fryer slowly ensure to do this away from yourself as not to cause the oil to plash and burn your self. • Cook for around 6-8 min until the batter in golden brown and crispy. • Remove from the fryer and season with sea salt. • Cooked the chunky chips in the fryer at 180˚C until golden brown and crispy • Heat up the minted peas and serve along with the tartar sauce • Put all the components onto the plate, serve with a lemon wrapped in muslin and enjoy! Please do not be fooled! This may all sound simple enough but it is down to timing. You need to have crispy batter on the fish and hot crispy chips so you need to be well organised to bring everything together at the right time.

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Crazy Bubbles Brunch Those looking for a place to celebrate a special occasion should look no further than Crazy Pizza's Crazy Bubbles Brunch. Fuelling the appetite of Harrods and Knightsbridge goers, the fun-filled, party-style brunch is the perfect excuse to let your hair down and make the most of many missed gatherings due to the past lockdowns. Available from midday to 4pm every Saturday, guests can enjoy bottomless Veuve Cliquot Champage, bespoke cocktails, and fantastic dishes alongside crazy entertainment with traditional napkin waving performances, pizza dough spinning and much more. A brunch atmosphere like no other; the free-flowing drinks, surprise shots, and sparkling DJ led interludes between courses, really and truly gets everyone involved and is perfect for gatherings with friends and family alike. Starters include delectable Truffle Arancini with Parmesan; Caponata with Mozzarella; and Garlic and Rosemary Fries. As to be expected the star of the show is the fabulous array of signature thin crust and guilt free pizza. Highlights include the Tartufo: Buffalo mozzarella, truffle paste and fresh black truffle shaving; and the Ventricina, with tomato sauce, Buffalo mozzarella and Ventricina spicy salami. Desserts finish with the signature Crazy Cake and decadent Tiramisu.

Aside from Champagne, wines and beers, guests can also go crazy with the generous selection of bespoke cocktails, created by Crazy Pizza’s expert bar staff, that include the Sorrento with Apricot Brandy, passion fruit and the Flor de Jamaica, with Bombay Sapphire, Hibiscus flower and allspice berry. Perfect for friends and families seeking fun and good Italian food, Crazy Pizza Knightsbridge’s brunch is available every Saturday for £100pp from 12pm to 4pm.

Crazy Pizza, 32-34 Hans Crescent, Knightsbridge, London SW1X 0LZ | crazypizza.com

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Coqbull Soho Coqbull Soho consists of three exquisite bars spread across four floors with a spacious outside dining area boasting a fabulous rooftop terrace. With heaters and blankets at the ready you are sure to experience a lovely, cosy atmosphere designed for the ultimate comfort of their guests and in their own words, Coqbull pride themselves on having ‘the juiciest Coq in town’. Located in two of London’s most iconic areas, Soho and Spitalfields, they are serving up an unmissable Sunday roast with a difference. Their completely free-range chickens are raised in Norfolk where they are allowed to roam free. This is evident in quality of the deliciously succulent, melt in the mouth tenderness of the whole chicken. Ideal for a Sunday day out, guests at Coqbull are welcomed

to feast on a Sunday roast with a unique touch. The signature process takes 48 hours to prepare and sees the British chickens soaked in a tea brine for 24 hours and then steamed for succulent juiciness before being rubbed with the Coqbull award winning Coq Rub before being fire roasted to perfection in the rotisserie. For £20 enjoy a half or £40 for a whole chicken to share with Yorkshire puddings, chicken fat roast potatoes, carrot and parsnip crush, buttered peas, herb stuffing and unlimited roast chicken gravy. Compliment your meal with a wide selection of signature coqtails such as a Bloody Coq-Mary which includes vodka, Worcester sauce, horseradish, celery and a Coqbull spicy mix or choose from a variety of wine, spirits, beer and cider.

Coqbull Soho, 17-19 Denman Street, London W1D 7HW | 020 7846 1189 | coqbull.co.uk

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The George, 55 Great Portland Street, London W1W 7LQ | thegeorge.london

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THE GEORGE Offering pub classics with a focus on seasonal and responsibly sourced produce, Upstairs at The George is a dining experience with a difference led by James Knappett, of two Michelin-star restaurant Kitchen Table. Closed for over five years, and following the reopening of the historic Fitzrovia pub in November last year, the intensive yet sympathetic renovation pays homage to its history as a hub

Desserts are equally indulgent and nostalgic, including a Knickerbocker Glory with vanilla ice cream, salted caramel toffee, and chocolate fudge brownie. On Sundays, Upstairs at The George offers classic Sunday roasts including chateaubriand with butter glazed vegetables, roast potatoes, Yorkshire pudding, bone marrow sauce, and horseradish cream.

for the political, cultural and social movements of the late 18th century, a home to writers and poets in the 20th century and, in recent years, a hideaway for local creatives. The ground floor offers a classic British pub experience with eleven cask beers and craft ales, all made in the UK, served alongside seasonal cocktails and British pub food including a black pudding Scotch egg, classic Ploughman’s, and The George burger and chips. Whilst the ground floor pub retains the listed ornate timber panelling and mirrored back bar to create a classic pub environment, Upstairs at The George has been designed to reflect its use as the grand late Georgian living quarters of its previous landlords. Comprising of three rooms; a dining room, private dining room and English sparkling wine bar. The main dining room, which seats up to 28 guests, is a fresh and calm space, naturally lit through the large regency windows. The menu at Upstairs at The George focuses on elevating British pub classics featuring dishes inspired by James Knappett’s memories of growing up in his family’s pubs. With nibbles including black pudding Scotch egg with Oxford sauce and St Ewe devilled egg, start with the beautiful dressed crab; or ½ pint prawns with Marie Rose sauce. Hearty comforting classics such as sausage and mash with two types of sausage, cured and stuffed in house, one made with beef and the other lightly seasoned pork shoulder, served with delectably creamy mash and sumptuous onion gravy; Aberdeen Angus steak tartare with hay-smoked egg yolk, maple and black pepper sourdough; whole Cornish Lemon Sole in wild garlic butter; and Scottish Langoustine scampi with chips, tartar sauce and crushed peas join seasonal favourites including the indulgent braised Herdwick lamb shoulder hotpot with rosemary glazed potato and celeriac topping and buttered cabbage.

Next to the dining room, and perfect for a pre-dinner drink, sits the English Sparkling Wine Bar. This small but elegant space allows guests to enjoy a carefully curated mix of English sparkling wines and cocktails. An original Victorian fireplace has been modified to include an ice well, which is stocked with English sparkling wines. Head of Wine for JKS Restaurants, Seamus Sharkey, has conducted tours with The George team, of over twenty wineries, from Essex to West Sussex, visiting producers to hand-pick the finest selection of wines for the opening. The English wine offering champions more than eighty references from around the country including unique wines from certain estates not available anywhere else in the UK. Running alongside the English wine list, there is also a comprehensive selection of wines from around the world. The George offers an extensive list of 300 wines, with best representations of regions and varietals available at every price point. Cocktails are aperitif and digestif style, with a focus on British spirits and seasonal ingredients, such as the smoked cherry Kir Royale with applewood smoked amarena cherry and Rathfinny Blanc de Noirs; and a Gimlet with London dry gin, sheep’s sorrel and Granny Smith apple. What's more, the private dining room, seating up to 20 guests, is available for private events, business lunches and special dinners with the stunning space featuring two existing elegant Victorian fireplaces and a large bespoke stained glass window. Adjacent to the private dining room, the staircase to nowhere, a quirky design feature which leads to the ceiling, has been transformed into an impressive temperature controlled wine room displaying the extensive wine collection that backs up the dramatic wine vault in the basement, where guests can sample some of the more unique bottles.

The George, 55 Great Portland Street, London W1W 7LQ | thegeorge.london

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SHUTTERS COASTAL CUISINE IN THE HEART OF CANARY WHARF Straight from the rugged Southwestern Coast to the hub of global business, Shutters Canary Wharf celebrates local Cornish produce fresh from sea and land, prepared, cooked, and inspired by the vibrant sun-soaked living of Southern California. Located in the recently Conran designed, hotel-styled ground floor of One Canada Square, Shutters is open 7 days a week, for brunch from 8am to 11am, all-day dining from noon to 10pm, plus proper, home-cooked roasts on Sundays. Accompanying the restaurant space is a lively bar offering great wines to bubbles and cocktails. The bar also boasts three mammoth copper beer tanks, filled with fresh-from-tank Meantime, one of London’s finest craft breweries. Focusing on a strong farm to fork ethos, Shutters’ menus combine Cornish charm with a Sol Cal twist, reflective of London's dynamic food scene and international population. With daily specials and a fish-led menu, highlights from the all-day menu includes starters and light bites such as Cornish crab nachos; steak tartare; and smoked salmon ceviche; to whole lobster; aged rib of beef; crispy seabass; and The Big Sur burger with Davidstow cheddar, avocado; pickled beets and pineapple ketchup. There is also a vegan Cali Sur plant burger too. Located on the upper level is Cartel, a dedicated cocktail bar inspired by the delights of Mexico. Stocked with artisan mezcals, pure tequilas, clean spirits, and top-shelf tipples from around the world, expect a global cocktail list best enjoyed with a variety of tasty tacos. Think tempura lobster blue corn tacos, salsa roja,

lettuce and pickles; and Cornish lobster and crab salad with chipotle mayo, lettuce, corn tacos, and charred pineapple. Appeasing to time-strapped city workers is the new Supernatural counter stocked with freshly pressed juices, smoothies, Shutters’ own Happiness Blend of coffee hand-roasted in Cornwall, along with delicate pastries and beautiful snacks. Suitable for both eat-in and takeaway. In the evening, Supernatural shifts gears and knocks out natural and low intervention wines from across the globe alongside build-your-own deli boards of cured meats, cheeses, and lighter bites. Focused on ultra-fresh, coastal food served within Shutters modern restaurant, guests can expect a diverse menu featuring simple yet flavourful combinations and fabulous drinks all in the heart of Canary Wharf.

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S U S H ISAM BA Sushisamba’s foliage-filled terraces have officially opened at the Heron Tower, home to one of the highest outdoor dining terraces in Europe, and at the Covent Garden location atop the historic Grade II-listed Market Building; the perfect location for pre-theatre dining or a post-shopping feast. With cool interiors from the lush green bar to the open sushi counter, guests can graze late into the afternoon or evening on dishes inspired by the cuisines of Japan, Brazil and Peru. Designed to share, menu highlights include spicy shrimp tempura; Yellowtail taquitos with roasted corn miso; Wagyu gyoza; Toro tiradito with yuzu soy, wasabi pickle, black truffle, and yuzu caviar; and robata grilled Chilean seabass miso with Peruvian corn. Sushisamba is also one of the few restaurants in the world to serve authentic Kobe beef, officially certified by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. From robata grilled Kobe ribeye to Kobe sashimi; the world class beef is buttery and an ultimate must-try. Other sashimi highlights include Toro - tuna belly, and Sake - salmon. The Samba Covent Garden sushi rolls are another must-try carefully formed with soft shell crab, hamachi (Yellowtail), yuzo tobiko, bonito flakes, avocado; asparagus, and yuzu miso. Drinks are just as exciting with an array of wines, spirits and refreshing cocktails including the tropical Lychee Cooler and the light and floral Sake Spritz.

With a menu so varied and tempting it's hard not to want to try it all - you will certainly be heading back that's for sure! Make sure you leave room however for the Welcome to the Rainforest dessert - asháninka chocolate, asháninka coffee, vanilla, pistachio, macadamia nut, sugarcane; and the addictive mochi ice cream balls.

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THE NEST Providing a lush garden oasis in the heart of central London, The Nest at Treehouse has just launched a brand new drinks menu creating the perfect excuse to escape from it all this spring. Honouring the very best and freshest British produce, the new menu showcases five exciting seasonal flavour profiles. With lemongrass, basil & strawberry, rhubarb, pear, and beetroot; two distinct cocktails have been created per flavour, showcasing the versatility of the ingredients within sustainable and near zero waste recipes. The pretty, illustrated menu details exactly which farm in the UK that the produce has come from, and the purees, pickles and accompaniments are all made in house by the talented team ensuring there is zero waste. Highlights include the Royal Kiss: a sparkling flute of blush bubbles with the tantalising flavours of strawberries and aromas of fresh basil; Rhubarb Cooler: a mix of juiced rhubarb, topped with prosecco, accompanied by a shot of delicate rhubarb cordial; and The Nest Martini: with perfect pear, salt, cider vinegar, dill and pickled pear.

There are also a couple of delightful honey options in honour of the recent Earth Day, and all drinks can be transformed into a light and refreshing non-alcoholic spritz should you wish. Not forgetting the food, delightful pairings have been made to compliment the new drinks offering. A new dish per cocktail flavour profile has been created so guests can really make the most of the seasonal produce. From vegan yoghurt pannacotta with peached rhubarb, to grilled king prawns with lemongrass and lime and kaffir butter, every element and aspect has been thought of to really showcase the best of each ingredient. Perched high above the busy streets of London, there is no better excuse to escape it all and head to the Treehouse this Spring.

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PORSCHE POWER SHIFT Every manufacturer will at some point or another have to make the move from combustion engined cars to the only other currently viable option, electric. Porsche, following years of development through hybrid technologies have released their first all-electric car and it brings a serious spark to the catalogue.

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T A Y C A N T U R B O Pushing Porsche forward into the next phase of the marque's history, Taycan delivered the first allelectric offering for customers on the road. Bringing an understated, sleek design, in line with the car's purity and powertrain, Taycan now boasts a whopping 14 model options across Sports Saloon, Sport Turismo and Cross Turismo variants. The fore-bearers came in the shape of the Taycan Turbo S and Taycan Turbo ensuring the existing client base remained invested in the brand thanks to impressive performance figures sitting alongside those equally engaging aesthetics. The importance of creating a car that maintains the style, ethos and feel of any existing option cannot be underestimated for a brand like Porsche. Thriving in the combustion engined world as a result of a long, rich history of performance and quality, then having to shift focus and move in to a new generation of all-electric automotive design and engineering is no easy feat, but is one that Porsche appear to have achieved.

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Sitting perfectly alongside every other car in the collection, Taycan is undeniably Porsche, from its sporting lines and low stance to the sleek lighting design and accentuated arches. Immediately recognisable yet distinctly different from its fossil fuelled sisters, Taycan has some telltale signs that it's not your 'average' Porsche. Cooling is one of the biggest giveaways. To run an engine that produces a similar output to the Taycan Turbo's enormous 625PS - or 680 in overboost for launch control - and whopping 850Nm of torque, you would need some serious ventilation to ensure enough air could pass into the necessary places in order to keep

it cool. Not here. Two exceptionally efficient electric motors one on the front axle and one on the rear - provide benefits in both the range and continuous power delivery thanks to the high efficiency of these permanently excited synchronous machines while requiring minimal cooling from external ventilation. The electric motor, transmission and pulse-controlled inverter are all combined into a compact drive module boasting the highest power density (kW per litre of package space) of all electric powertrains on the market. This is largely thanks to a unique feature of the electric motors, the "hairpin" winding of porsche.com

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the stator coils. Allowing more copper in the stator, this winding design increases output while maintaining the same component volume. Not only improving power to weight benefits, but also saving a considerable amount of space despite delivering an allwheel drive experience. An innovative transmission has also been developed

specifically for Taycan. Providing a two-speed transmission allows the first gear to deliver more acceleration from standing while the second gear with an extended ratio provides further efficiency and additional power reserves - even at high speeds. The drive is one of smooth, relentless acceleration, only letting up when you've had enough. From standing, Taycan Turbo will take you to 62mph in just 3.2 seconds - with launch control engaged - and continue on to a more than sufficient 161mph. Thanks to the integrated Porsche 4D Chassis Control system which analyses and synchronises all chassis systems in real time, the ride adapts immediately to any given situation and environment. The system includes adaptive air suspension with threechamber technology including Porsche Active Suspension Management, electronic damper control, as well as the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport, and electromechanical roll stabilisation system including Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus. porsche.com

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What this means in the real world is that you can change the drive settings to suit how you feel like driving on any given day and the car will adapt to perform at its best in any situation in which you put it. Handling is firm, precise and pointed thanks to that all-wheel drive setup. A low centre of gravity resulting from the battery systems positioning delivers grounded cornering and a planted, secure feel during dynamic driving without the perception of carrying unnecessary weight and with the immediate power delivery, travelling through and out of corners is an all-new, exciting affair. Of course it would be remiss to not mention efficiency benefits when discussing any electric vehicle and thankfully Taycan Turbo has something to shout about in that department too. The recuperation system is unique in its performance. At up to 265kW, the potential recuperation power is significantly higher than that of its competitors. Testing has shown that approximately 90 percent of everyday braking is actually performed by the electric motors alone without the need for the hydraulic wheel brakes to be activated at all. Inside, the Porsche quality you have come to expect remains, but in a whole new fashion. Taking the forward-thinking, futuristic ideals of the car as a whole, Taycan's interior space is clean, crisp and stylish without sacrificing on comfort. Tactile digital interfaces adorn every inch of available screen space on the dash, with nothing more than the hazard light button and steering wheel/column switchgear available to quench any

physical button thirst. This makes for an incredibly simplistic cabin that allows you to focus on the driving while providing everything you could possibly need at the touch of a screen. The future of driving is here, for Porsche at least, and it is a bright future indeed. Years of research and development in both road and race cars has allowed Porsche to deliver some of the best electric car technology around and it's only going to get better.

PORSCHE TAYCAN TURBO Two permanently excited synchronous motors Power (PS) 625 Overboost Power (PS) 680 Torque (Nm) 850 0-62mph (secs) 3.2 Max Speed (mph) 161 Electric Range (miles) 234-280 Consumption (kWh/100km) 26.0 Price (from) £117,500 Price (as driven) £131,912 Motor

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To most people Canary Wharf conjures up images of city skyscrapers that can be seen from miles away. While these may occupy the sky, there’s plenty of activity happening on the ground. In fact we have registered 42% more applicants in Q1, versus the same period in 2021. The buzz of Canary Wharf really does feel like it is back once more - people are back in their offices, the tube is busier and there’s even a queue outside the door of the local coffee shop in the mornings. There’s a real sense of motivation among buyers

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their asking prices. For example, we had a penthouse guided at £825,000 that received several sealed bids in January, after having been on the market for six months. There are also a number of new homes in the area, both sales and rental properties, which are attracting young professionals. For example, Dock East - which is located on the water at South Quay - is ideal for first time buyers looking to get on the property ladder, with prices starting from £382,000 and Help to Buy available. Meanwhile, Vertus, the Canary Wharf Estate’s rental arm, provides co-living spaces, where tenants can work, sleep and socialise in their building if they choose to. In a clear sign of back to work thinking, London’s prime flats and pieds-à-terre market has begun to see more significant price growth for the first time since the first lockdown in more urban locations such as Canary Wharf. In fact our latest prime index has shown price growth in Canary Wharf was up 3.4 per cent in the first quarter of the year - another good indication that City workers are returning to their desks and looking to cut the commute. Buyers are also recognising that they need to be one of the first

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May 2022

3,354 Docklands Terraced Houses

Why are they so popular?

he terraced house is one of the most familiar styles of home in Docklands (and the UK as a whole). 9.8% of Docklands people live in a terraced home, interesting when compared with the national average of 22.7%.

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I started my property career working for an independent estate agent in the Wapping area. Since 1994 I have been based in and around East London. I started my own company in 1995 and it has grown from humble beginnings to become a well respected sales, lettings and property management agency operating in the Docklands and East London areas. Then in 2007, I opened my first branch in the Medway area. I am proud that we now have three branches in Kent. My operation is set to expand in 2020 and beyond. I am a long term member of both the NAEA and ARLA and a former Regional Representative for the latter. As the owner of a growing residential and commercial property portfolio, I understand well the trials and tribulations that property owners go through. I have well over 20 years experience of regenerative Dock’s areas and specialise in new development reporting. I am happy to advise you on all aspects of property. So, if you are looking at your first buy-to-let (even if it is with another agency), or have trouble with a tenant, feel free to contact me. I offer honest and impartial advice.

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So, what is it about the humble terraced/ townhouse us Brits love so much? In this article, I look at the history of the terraced house, how it relates to Docklands and what the future holds for terraced homes. A terraced house is a property built as part of a continuous row of three (or more) properties in a similar and uniform style. The reason the British call them ‘terraced houses’ and not ‘row houses’ came about because 18th century British architects borrowed the phrase ‘terrace’ from ‘terraced gardens’. Terraced gardens were known for their uniform nature (in looks, style and height etc.), so the architects decided to name them the same way as opposed to a ‘row house’. In fact, in most countries, they are called ‘row houses’..

The terraced house originated in the Low Countries of Europe in the late 1500s. Terraced houses were first built en-masse in the UK after the Great Fire of 1666 with the rebuilding of London. They became fashionable for the landed gentry in the early Georgian era with chic and stylish terraces appearing in London’s Mayfair and Bath with its Queen Square (the forerunner of the famous Royal Crescent) and were sometimes built around a garden square. However, it wasn’t until the early 1800s that the terraced house turned out to be the solution to the increasing population of the towns as more and more people were attracted to towns and cities for work.

The terraced house fell out of favour with the upper-middle classes in the late Victorian age (1870s onwards) as they wanted more privacy and space. They moved to live in detached houses or semidetached villas, as the terrace house had started to become associated with the lower-middle and working classes. With all these terraced houses being built, their quality of construction and design dropped as builders tried to squeeze more profit. The biggest issue was that most of the terraced houses built in the early to mid-Victorian age (1840s to 1870s) were made back-to-back with no rear garden, causing unsanitary conditions. Therefore, the Public Health Act of 1875 was introduced to regulate the building of terraced houses with design and standards. These new building standards in the Act improved the terraced house’s ventilation and, more importantly, required the house to have a toilet (frequently built outside). To meet these new building standards, the designs of these new houses created the well-known landscape of ‘grid’ streets lined with two-storey terraces serviced by a pedestrian path between them, the name of which is a hotly debated topic. The various names for the pathway include alleyway/ jitty/cut/ginnel/snicket/passageway/ten foot/five foot/witchel/lonnin/vennel. As a Docklands resident, why not say what you call them in the comments?

As we entered the 20th century, the terrace house continued to be popular, albeit with some new architectural additions. The advent of Arts and Craft architecture with stain glass windows, Tudor style cladding, ornate porches, and elaborate chimney stacks. After the First World War and the introduction of Continued on page 2

Continued from page 1 the Housing and Town Planning Act 1919 (which made local councils build council houses), the Victorian terraced rapidly became associated with overcrowding and slums (especially those back-to-back terraced houses built before 1875). Many of the back-to-back terraced houses were knocked down between 1930 and 1960 in what is known as the slum clearances. Private builders started building the iconic suburban semidetached houses with more extensive gardens, and local authorities decided to build high-rise blocks after World War II. Yet after the partial collapse of Ronan Point in 1968, the popularity of high-rise tower blocks waned.

Since the early 1990s though, the terraced house has steadily come back into favour as building land prices have increased by 322% in the last 30 years. Many private builders have started to build modern threestorey townhouses in rows of five to seven. This terraced ‘townhouse-style’ allows three and four bedrooms on a land footprint that would have usually only accommodated a smaller two-bed property. So, let’s look at some interesting stats on Docklands terraced houses: • There are 3,354 terraced houses in Docklands (broken down as 1,527 privately owned terraced houses, 1,054 terraced council houses and 773 in the private rented sector). • 23% of terraced houses in Docklands are in the private rented sector, which is above the national average of 19.1%. • The most expensive terraced house in Docklands ever sold was on Ropemakers Fields, E14, for £2.5m in 2018.

I hope you found that thought-provoking? So, why is the terraced house, be it a red brick Victorian house or a more modern three-storey townhouse, still popular today in Docklands? They are typically well built, cheaper to maintain (especially the older terraced houses), comparatively spacious, and are in good locations. Many terraced houses have been improved and extended through the inventive use of rear gardens/ yards and converted roof spaces; their unpretentious design remains adaptable enough for 21st century living; what isn’t there to like about them? These are my thoughts; tell me your thoughts about the humble yet versatile Docklands terraced house. One place for more information is my Docklands Property Market blog. If you are a landlord or thinking of becoming one for the first time, and you want to read more articles like this about the Docklands property market together with regular postings on what I consider the best buy to let deals in the Docklands area, then it is well worth reading. You can also email via spencer@lmlondon.com If you are in the area feel free to pop into the office which is based at Landmark Estates, 264 Westferry Road, London, E14 3AG

79% Drop in Docklands Council Houses in the last 40 Years

• The cheapest Docklands terraced house sold in the last two years was on Blyth Close, a two-bed terraced for £461,000.

• In 1981, 81.8% of properties in Docklands (and the Tower Hamlets Borough as a whole) were council houses. Today, that figure stands at 17.3%, a proportional drop of 79%.

• Terraced houses in Docklands sell for an average of £617 per square foot.

• Why has the number of council houses dropped so much in those 40 years? • How has that changed the dynamics of the Docklands property market in those 40 years? The ability of local authorities to build council houses came into law in July 1919 with the 1919 housing and Town Planning Act. It was one of the most important pieces of domestic legislature passed after WW1 and was the first time in the UK that a nationally public funded system of providing homes was...

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