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08 ABSOLUTELY LOVES What we’re coveting this month

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WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for August

BACKYARD BEATS

London’s best electronic music festival, SW4 returns to Clapham for the bank holiday weekend

KIT HARINGTON

We sit down with the Game of Thrones and Spooks star to talk his television success

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24 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL This month’s hottest trends and products

30 BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

Our August shoot is hippie-luxe at its best

37 WARDROBE MASTER

Tackling the ‘smart casual’ trend is easy with help from British Esquire’s Teo van den Broeke

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y

40 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL Best beauty buys of the month

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62 CASTLES IN THE AIR

Alexandra Hunter explores South West France’s picture-perfect Dordogne and the Lot

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We’ve done the leg work and mapped out the best bike route for a perfect West London ride

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70 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS New trends and colours for summer

54 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

C OV E R I M AG E Cover photography; Exclusive Summer 2015 Colour campaign shots for Space NK, by Sandrine and Michael.

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58 REVIEW: THE LAVENDER

108 PROPERTY NEWS

Trinity’s head chef Adam Byatt shares his love for South West London and fresh, seasonal fare Stephanie King samples this local institution

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SMALL TALK

Top buys for little ones

PROPERTY

News and views on the area

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riting an editors letter can sometimes leave you stumped, which often leads me to wonder what the people reading it might be up to. Perhaps somebody is flicking through my magazine for the first time, admiring this months floral fashion shoot directed by our talented fashion editor, Charlotte Adsett. Or maybe someone is sitting in their local salon reading our interesting feature on farming in the city and getting inspired to separate the curds from the whey and make some cheese at home. Some may already be familiar with our magazines, so could be flicking forward to our monthly regulars, which are crammed with fashion, beauty and interior news and trends.

Our new monthly men’s page is worth a read too, page 37. Compiled

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by our new men’s editor, Teo van den Broeke (who is also the senior style editor at British Esquire) this month is all about the rise of the sneaker.

Clearly preoccupied with stylish men, on page 16 we have spoken with British actor of the moment Kit Harington, following the dramatic end of season five Game of Thrones.

While on page 48 I have tailored the ideal cycle route around South West London for a perfect al fresco day out.

Wherever you are, I hope you enjoy this issue as much as I have enjoyed pulling it together. u

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BLING RING

This 9kt gold ring by Zara Simon sees the iconic skyline of London wrapped around your finger. Made to order, this is a beautifully crafted piece to treasure. £1,430; avenue32.com

SEASIDE SILHOUETTES

Shot by the great Michelangelo di Battista, whose work has been in Italian Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and GQ (among others), Blugirl’s latest campaign sees model Misha Hart play down by the British seaside.

With a mix of pattern and texture, this season’s collection is both boyish and romantic. blugirl.it

PARK LIFE

Bring the outdoors in with these geometric hanging copper baskets from Ro Co, which are designed to be filled with your choice of hassle-free air plants. ro-co.uk

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BELAIRE BUBBLES

Made in Provence, from Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault rosé grapes, this fizz by Luc Belaire is full of fruity, floral flavours and has a creamy, silky finish. lucbelaire.com

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ABSOLUTELY / LOVES FEMININE FANCY

This dreamy campaign sees the dark black setting softened by delicate flowers and light reflecting mirrors. All of which complement the rich embroidery of the dresses to a tee. blumarine.com

LOVELY LIGHT

This brilliant pendant bulb by Ladies & Gentleman Studio features a series of stacked beads that come custommade with as many tiers as you want. goodhoodstore.com

PINK LADY

Squinting is never chic. Protect your eyes from the summer sun with these playful Prada sunnies. It’s no coincidence their retro frame looks great by the pool. £245; matchesfashion.com

DEEP BLUE

With a slim stiletto heel and chunky angle strap, these velvet sandals are impeccably designed. But we’d expect nothing less from Gianvito Rossi, he is Italian after all. £520; brownsfashion.com

RETRO TIME

The fact that this watch is designed for men won’t stop us from wearing it on our wrists. Inspired by the chic style of the Fifties this minimalistic watch is a meticulously crafted timepiece. degrisogono.com

PERFECT POUCH

Small enough to carry with you on a night out but big enough for all of your necessities (phone, keys, lipstick, Oyster card) this pouch, designed by London Edit, is what we’ll be carrying around this summer. £88; wolfandbadger.com

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OF ALL THE THEATRES Humphrey Bogart. Ingrid Bergman. One of pop culture’s most iconic films, Casablanca (1942), will be brought to life this August at the Royal Opera House when the on-screen drama is amplified by Cinematic Sinfonia’s accompanying performance. Sounds like the beginning of a beautiful friendship. roh.org.uk

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SUMMER CINEMA SERIES 1 9 - 2 1 Au g u s t Trinity Hospice ake the most of the great British summertime in the Hospice’s awardM winning gardens by kicking back and watching a screening of classic films such as The Breakfast Club. Choose the VIP ticket option and tuck into some popcorn, tasty treats and bubbles.

30 Clapham Common, SW4; trinityhospice.org.uk

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1 1 - 2 2 Au g u s t B re a d & Ro s es T he a tre ederico García Lorca’s tragedy is a moving portrayal of desire, violence, F love and hatred. A premarital couple attempt to move on from their nation’s vengeful past, but they soon discover that secrets are far harder to bury than people. 68 Clapham Manor Street, SW4; breadandrosestheatre.co.uk

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Iain Stirling and Adam Hess take Battersea Arts Centre’s stage as part of its Edinburgh Fringe warm-up, which sees some of the best comedic talent practice their sidesplitting material. Take advantage of the opportunity to catch emerging comedians, such as this pair, who are eager to get your ribs aching and eyes streaming. Stirling plays tribute to his Scottish roots, whilst Hess muses on his MI5 failures and elderly cat. Laughter guaranteed.

Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

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DOCKSIDE DINER T h ro u gh o u t Au g u s t D o o dl e B a r njoy your dinner al fresco with an immersive, deep south experience: E Chef Crayfish Bob is cooking up an all-you-can-eat crayfish buffet, and you’re invited. Delicious meal done, a live bluegrass band will help you to dance away the evening.

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MONEY WOMB

3 - 8 Au g u s t T he a tre 5 0 3 omedy theatre company Velvet Trumpet lends its C trademark dark humour to this new production, which examines the bittersweet relationship between man and money. Set in London, it is, quite literally, a close-to-home tale about protagonist Nick Smith, a man-in-crisis who bunkers down in the city to make a life for himself. Hilariously relevant. ◆ 503 Battersea Park Road, SW11; theatre503.com

Augu s t’s To p Th ree Reads

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THE BONE CLOCKS David Mitchell

£ 7.9 9, Sc e p tre The audacity of David Mitchell, the scope of his fantastical plots and the structural risks are breathtaking. And here he pulls it off once again. Following Holly Sykes between 1984 and 2043 we cover pub life in Gravesend, Cambridge toffs skiing, Fallujah reincarnation and sacrificial cults.

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THE TUBES

7 August Clapham Grand ake a trip back to the early 80s with theatrical T ensemble The Tubes as they relive their wonder years, and play hits from their iconic album, The Completion Backwards Principle. You’ll get serious kudos if you know all the words to 1983 belter, ‘She’s A Beauty’. ◆ 21-25 St John’s Hill, SW11; claphamgrand.com

AN ISLAND OF OUR OWN Sally Nicholl s

HOW TO BE A MIDDLE AGED WOMAN

1 Au g u s t B a tte rs e a Ar ts C e ntre ithout Going Insane), (W advises professional Grumpy Old Woman Jenny Eclair. The comedienne joins a host of acts to appear at Battersea Arts Centre ahead of Edinburgh Fringe Festival and premieres new material bound to bear her hysterical dry wit for which she became renowned on the hit television show. ◆ Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

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BOOK PICKS

£6.9 9, S cho l as tic When Holly, Jonathan and Davy's eccentric Aunt Irene dies she leaves them some valuable jewellery in her will. This could change their lives – but they have to find where it is hidden. This a good old-fashioned adventure (lemonade and cake is consumed), but set firmly in the 21st century.

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THE PAYING GUESTS Sarah Waters

£ 7.9 9, Virago A novel of two distinct halves, with the promise that you want to read this without knowing what happens to separate the two. As ever, Sarah Waters’ period detail is immaculate and her portrait of women’s relationships is sympathetic and moving.

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hat are you doing this August bank holiday weekend?

If you haven’t managed to book a sojourn to some idyllic international location (read: left it too late), chances are you’re wondering what on Earth you’re going to do those three, wonderful work-free days. If merely a mate’s BBQ doesn’t incite overwhelming feelings of excitement, consider South West Four, London’s best electronic music festival.

Now in its 12th year, the weekendlong dance party returns to its Clapham Common stage (hence the witty festival

name), bringing 80 of the world’s leading DJs to this convenient location. Who needs Glastonbury when you can watch some of today’s best electronic acts literally on your doorstep?

While, sure, it helps to be dance music inclined, even if you don’t know every one of the hundred-plus acts playing on SW4’s 10 stages, you won’t be able to stop the head-bobbing beat and urge to show off your signature dance moves.

With the two main stages due to host internationally renowned Basement Jaxx, Marco Carola, Eric Prydz and Faithless, it’s no wonder why DJ Mag dubbed SW4 the Best British Music Festival at its 2014 Awards. In a UK first, Armin Van Buuren

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will debut his ‘Gaia’ alias, where producer Wilkinson will no doubt be playing his smash hit ‘Afterglow’; Shift K3Y’s ‘Touch’ is sure to get the record-breaking sixfigure crowd pumped; with SW4 reaching its crescendo on Sunday when six-time Grammy Award winner Skrillex takes the decks. Not surprisingly this weekend’s stellar line-up means that tickets are selling fast, so organise yours now, if only to have something to say when asked your bank holiday plans... ◆

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29 & 30 August Clapham Common, Windmill Drive, SW4; southwestfour.com

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GAME CHANGER Game of Thrones star Kit Harington gives us the scoop on swapping the sword for a gun Wo r d s F E R G U S E W B A N k

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Bridging the gap between swordsman and spy is a supporting role in James Kent’s Testament of Youth, a movie based on the memoirs of legendary pacifist Vera Britain. In the film, Harington plays her first love, Roland Leighton, a poet and scholar who dies at just 20 years old on the battlefields. Young and naïve with short-cropped hair, his character is almost unrecognisable from real-life Harington who, for now, must wear his Jon Snow mane out of strict contractual obligation.

While his hair remains long, his lips must stay sealed. Bound to secrecy by the producers, discussing Game of Thrones in any detail is dangerous territory. “It’s a hell of a thing to talk about when you’re trying to excite people about it but not give anything away,” he says, rubbing his temples wearily as he labours over what must be an oft-repeated disclaimer.

“We’ve been sat down by HBO and warned what we can and cannot say, which really leaves a very small window.

It’s literally terrifying!”

Remaining tight-lipped is a price worth paying for what the role has brought him.

It’s undeniable that, despite his significant acting chops, the other role Harington has taken on is that of heartthrob.

ame of Thrones is unavoidable. Whether you’re a fan who’s (SPOILER ALERT) still in mourning over Ygritte’s untimely demise or someone who will kill the next person to utter the phrase ‘You know nothing, Jon Snow’, there’s no denying it’s a phenomenon.

Like Breaking Bad and Orange is the New Black, Game of Thrones has joined a legion of shows with an incredibly vocal and dedicated fanbase that has launched their stars to stratospheric fame. Kit Harington is one such star, whose life has been changed dramatically by George R. R. Martin’s fantasy behemoth and to the softly spoken, Worcester-bred actor, the whole thing has come as a bit of a shock.

Roles have flooded in since his small screen debut in 2011, with a small part in the yet to be released Seventh Son, opposite Jeff Bridges and Julianne Moore and the lead in the epic Pompeii, which covered some familiar ground for Harington who looks at home with a sword in his hand. Keen to shed this image, however, the young actor’s most recent film role is set in World War I and there isn’t a sword in sight.

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ARTS & CULTURE / INTERVIEW For many viewers, Jon Snow’s husky voice, soulful eyes and brooding demeanour have made him a fan favourite. This popularity was cemented last season with Snow’s adventures beyond the Wall (the dividing line between the uncivilised Wildling territory and the rest of the North of Westeros) which lead him to Ygritte, the smouldering Night Watchmen’s first love.

If Harington stripping off in a cave wasn’t enough to ensure HARINGTON STRIKES A POSE IN POMPEII legendary status, the tragic moment when Ygritte was killed leaving Jon Snow heartbroken did the job. The fact that he and Rose Leslie, the actress who portrayed Ygritte, are a real life on-again, off-again couple just adds to the intrigue.

Now in the middle of producing the fifth season, Game of Thrones draws millions of devoted fans around the world. As its popularity has snowballed, Harington has been able to pay off student debts and important to step out and do something purchase his North London flat – also that was more character-driven.” known as ‘The Flat That Thrones Built’.

This wasn’t helped by Pompeii which None of this seems to have diminshed was, unfortunately, a critical disaster and Harington’s enthusiasm and excitement which didn’t do Harington any favours. however. Indeed, working with Bridges However, it seems redemption is at and Moore in Seventh Son, Harington was hand: the young actor’s performance careful not to appear star-struck. “I was in Testament of Youth has done much stunned by the fact it was the first time to shake off this failure. He looks they’d been in the same film together unrecognisable in his role as a 19-year-old since The Big Lebowski, which is one of my soldier in a film that movingly portrays all-time favourite films,” the actor smiles. the horrors of war and the harrowing “It’s weird how that worked out; years ago loss of a generation. Vera Britain’s is a I was watching them as Maude and The tale that Harington studied at school and, Dude, now I’m in a movie with them!” being familiar with the poetry of the First Sharing the screen with such highly World War, he found himself researching revered actors undoubtedly marks an for the part with a vested interest. “I had important juncture in Harington’s career. read Testament of Youth the book, but The film is one that he cites as “an I had never read the letters,” he says. incredible learning experience”, albeit “Letters from a Lost Generation is literally within a genre he hopes he can begin to the back and forth of letters between distance himself from. As a fantasy film, the actor’s place in Seventh Son poses the risk of a certain typecastcasting the actor is eager to avoid: the sword that has sat so comfortably in his hand throughout Game of Thrones has become a doubleedged one for the actor.

“People see you in these parts and they say ‘he’s doing well in this, he’d therefore be good in my period piece’,” he admits.

“As good as some of these movies were, I didn’t want to be that person.

“The industry still sees me now as something I’d never have predicted – as an action hero, in the Jon Snow mould.

So, I have to find other things for my own HARINGTON AS JON SNOW, HIS BREAKOUT ROLE IN GAME OF THRONES sanity, to break out of it. For me it was

The industry sees me AS AN ACTION HERO in the JON SNOW mould

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Roland and Vera as well as her brother, Edward. That gave me a huge insight into who these people were.

“I've been to the war graves in Northern France twice and you only have to walk around to see the majority who died were 20 or 21. I even came across a grave of a 15-year-old. That never escaped me, their youth. It is poignant, how innocent these young men were.”

Testament of Youth does a fine job of highlighting the sense of misplacement that existed during the war in a country so driven by notions of the greater good and the need for national heroism. Swept up in the romanticism of being a hero, Harington’s character becomes committed to a cause that, ultimately, he begins to disbelieve.

This may sound like familiar territory to those who have been following Jon Snow’s journey this season and yet, the two performances remain entirely separate from one another. At no point do you expect a White Walker to appear on the fields of the Somme.

Though, for some audiences, the sword may look more natural than the gun, Harington’s role in Testament of Youth, as well as the more contemporary Spooks, points to an actor more than capable of leaving Westeros behind. Its the rest of the world that may have a little more trouble letting go...u

T H E LOW D OW N His leg was in a cast for season three of Game of Thrones Has a fear of flying and of video games but loves horror films Kit was named after playwright Christopher Marlowe His career started with a role in War Horse in the West End His latest role is in James Kent’s Testament Of Youth Had to wear a wig for season one of Game Of Thrones Wanted to be a journalist when he was younger

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HIGH SOCI ET Y Discover how the other half lived with the Queen Anne’s Summer Palace Baroque experience at Hampton Court Palace

ueen Anne, the last Stuart monarch, loved art, music, ceremony and ritual. Step back into the 18th century court with music from the magnificent Gabrieli Consort & Players, dancing in the Privy Garden, lessons in dining and court etiquette, and the chance to picnic in the garden with the court.

Meet Queen Anne as she arrives at the palace in a horse-drawn carriage at 11am each day and immerse yourself in a weekend of stylish Baroque entertainment in the palace and grounds of Hampton Court.

A beautiful repertoire of music, composed during Queen Anne’s life and reign, will be presented by musicians and singers of the Gabrieli Consort & Players in bite-sized performances around the

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palace. The programme will include movements from Handel’s Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne, performed in the stunning setting of Hampton Court’s Great Hall, and works by Purcell in the glorious Cartoon Gallery.

The Privy Garden will be brought to life by a company of eight dancers performing Anna Morrissey’s homage to the 18th century court, On Progress, with original music composed by Sam Thomas.

There will also be the opportunity to learn about dining and court etiquette and we invite you to relax and picnic in the picturesque setting of the East Gardens, where you might even spot the Queen and her court taking in the air.

Entry is included in a palace admission ticket and this year we are celebrating our 500th anniversary so there’s never been a better time to explore the rest of the palace. ◆ ● Queen Anne’s Summer Palace 8-9 August, Hampton Court Palace hrp.org.uk/hamptoncourtpalace

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NEW GENERATION Shot by Mario Testino, on the streets of Mayfair, the new Burberry campaign for AW15 features a cast of 12 young British actors, musicians and models including Clara Paget, Ella Richards and Tom Odell. burberry.com

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Snakeskin, culottes and statement sandals are at the top of our must-buy list this August Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

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loggers fawn over it; celebrities to wear it; and us, we B clamour just simply want to get our hands on it. Self-portrait, the luxury womenswear label founded in 2013 by Han Chong, is technically an emerging brand; but with such a refined aesthetic and such a clearly defined vision, self-portrait appears as established as the Valentinos and Elie Saabs of this world.

The Central Saint Martins alumnus enrobes names such as Reese Witherspoon, Miranda Kerr and Rachel McAdams; yet its figure-flattering cuts are for every shape.

Chong uses guipere lace, embroidery and layered textiles to celebrate the female form, where each piece is a veritable head-turner.

It is for this very reason that every occasion simply demands a self-portrait ensemble.

So with all of our diaries brimming with spring/summer weddings, consider self-portrait’s Pre-Fall ’15 collection your go-to brand. Pick from an array of semi sheer midi dresses, with underlays highlighting gingham and leaf patterns; culottes and co-ord tops with exaggerated box pleat peplums; and a colour palette of black, bordeaux, white and steel blue. With a self-portrait wedding wardrobe, you’ll look so good it will make the relatively miniscule price you pay (for a designer brand, that is) even sweeter. u ● SELF-PORTRAIT From, £140; self-portrait-studio.com

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Making Waves Melissa Odabash

If you are still looking for that dream swimsuit, bikini or kaftan for your summer holiday, then look no further than swimwear designer to the stars, Melissa Odabash. Melissa’s striking brights and trademark animal prints are a hit with the A-list including Kate Middleton, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kate Moss. melissaodabash.com

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Liberty London have updated their much loved ‘Iphis’ print handbag and accessories with a new embossed leather range.

From classic totes and backpacks, through to wallets and iPad cases – all available in a rainbow of colours – this is a seriously covetable collection.

‘Marlborough’ Large Leather Tote, £595; liberty.co.uk

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Paula Cademartori S hoes

One of our favourite handbag designers Paula Cademartori has recently launched her much anticipated shoe line, and we couldn’t be more in lust.

The ‘Lotus’ sandal combines intricate Italian craftsmanship and celebrates the namesake flower with laser cut detailing and lace up straps. From £740; paulacademartori.com

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WIDE ANGLE Culottes

The Fash Pack have been wearing them for a while – the early adopters that they are – now wide leg culottes suddenly seem super wearable and the thing we most want to buy. Find the right length for your height and team with high sandals for the most flattering silhouette.

Roksanda, £775; net-a-porter.com

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HAUTE HIPPIE Vy s h y v a n k a B y V i k a K i n

The current fashion hit of Instagram is cult label Vyshyvanka by Vita Kin, whose bohemian bell sleeve embroidered dresses have caused mega waiting lists around the world. The dresses aren’t currently stocked in the UK, but we have been assured that Matches and Net-a-Porter will be stocking for early August. Phew.

Prices from £1,100; coming soon at matchesfashion.com + net-a-porter.com

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01. SAINT LAURENT Sandals, £710; farfetch.com 02. MARNI Handbag, £1,930; net-a-porter.com 03. BARBARA BUI Vest, £102; yoox.com 04. DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Skirt, £240; farfetch.com 05. MELISSA ODABASH Bikini, £81; theoutnet.com 06. ZIMMERMANN, Dress, £195 net-a-porter.com 07. ANCIENT GREEK Sandals, £200; ancient-greek-sandals.com

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FASHION / TRENDS ROSANTICA

Turquoise multi-strand necklace, £560; net-a-porter.com

ANDY WOLF

MISSONI SS15

Vast A Sunglasses, £220; andy-wolf.com

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THIERRY COLSON

Cotton ‘Mimi’ skirt, £288; matchesfashion.com

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON Silk dress, £1,150; harrods.com

THAPELO

Multiway swimsuit, £179; beachflamingo.com

DIANNE VON FURSTENBERG Ombre scarf, £118;

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AQUAZZURA

‘Mirage’ lace up sandals, £620; matchesfashion.com

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JONATHAN SAUNDERS Cotton shirt dress, £795; theshopatbluebird

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

Beaded tassel earrings, £270; oscardelarenta.com

JENNIFER BEHR

Satin headband, £185; liberty.co.uk

ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS Rubber ‘Ikaria’ sandals, £70; WE ARE HANDSOME Sheer vest, £113; wearehandsome.com

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JIMMY CHOO

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Acrylic clutch, £450; jimmychoo.com

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LINGERIE • NIGHTWEAR • SWIMWEAR • BEACHWEAR Lingerie and swimwear measuring and fitting service available all year round without appointment from A to I cup (size 8 to 20) GIFT VOUCHER AND GIFT WRAPPING AVAILABLE

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Leopard print silk jumpsuit, £210; Rosamosario at theoutnet.com Headpiece, £425; Eugenia Kim at Liberty Earrings, £120 and bangles, £45 each; Pebble London Ring on first finger, £190; Maria Francesca Pepe and on third finger, £108; Maria Black Rug and cushions from a selection; rajtentclub.com

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BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY Mix clashing prints, suede and billowing chiffons for a modern hippie-luxe P h o t o g r a p h y S q u i z H a m i lt o n Styling charlotte adsett

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Leopard print bikini, £140; Rosamosario at theoutnet.com Chiffon kaftan, £825; Matthew Williamson Bangle, £45; Pebble London Silk turban, £180; Etro at Liberty Suede tasselled boots, £975; Paul Andrew at avenue32.com Ring on first finger, £190; Maria Francesca Pepe and on third finger, £108; Maria Black

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Silk scarf worn as top, £375; Liberty London at Liberty Felt hat, £375; The Season Hats Chiffon wide-leg trousers, £495; Anna Sui at net-a-porter.com Sandals, £395; Jimmy Choo Earrings, £375 and rings, from £196; Vicki Sarge

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Suede embroidered kimono jacket, £3,975, and trousers, £2,595; Matthew Williamson Headpiece, £222; Joubi London Earrings £398; Vicky Sarge Ring on right hand £218; Vicki Sarge, ring on left hand, £180; Maria Francesca Pepe

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PHOTOGRAPHY Squiz Hamilton FASHION EDITOR Charlotte Adsett MODEL Thayna Brito at Next MAKE-UP Hilla Karmand using Cosmetics a la Carte HAIR Roger Cho using Lauren’s Way FASHION ASSISTANT Rachel Doyle

Printed blazer, £1,445 and trousers £780 Roberto Cavalli Felt hat, £250; Helena Kaminski at Liberty Choker £120; Pebble London Ring on first finger, £190; Maria Francesca Pepe and on third finger, £108; Maria Black

WITH THANKS TO: The Fulham Palace and the use of their gardens which are available for weddings and private event hire; fulhampalace.org Rugs and cushions used throughout available from rajtentclub.com STOCKISTS avenue32.com jimmychoo.com joubi.co.uk liberty.co.uk maria-black.com matthewwilliamson.com mfpepe.com net-a-porter.com pebblelondon.com rajtentclub.com robertocavalli.com theoutnet.com theseasonhats.com vickisarge.com

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Wo r d s T e o va n d e n B r o e k e Senior style editor of British Esquire

The Classic

Adidas, Adidas by Raf Simons x Stan Smith Sneakers, £460; farfetch.com

Complete the look with these three essential separates

The Smarter Option

Ralph Lauren, Tan ‘Severn’ Calfskin Sneaker, £410; ralphlauren.com

The Runner

Nike free 5.0 in black/anthasyte, £100; nike.com

The Fashion Sneaker

Dior White Leather Emroidered Sneaker, £780; dior.com

GIORGIO ARMANI, AW15

The Slip On

Lanvin, Calf Hair and Suede Slip-on Sneaker, £512; neimanmarcus.com

The T-Shirt

Wardrobe Master

Why the only shoes you should be wearing right now is a pair of solid, sporty sneakers

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he current mood in menswear is one inspired by the increasing prevalence of sportswear both on and off the runways. Season after season the designers are moving further and further away from the trussedup three piece suit and tie look, which was championed in the hit TV series Mad Men, favouring instead a softer approach. In the place of super slim cut trousers now come baggy double and triple pleated slacks cut from fabrics more commonly associated with sporting pursuits, such as Jersey and pique. Tailored jackets are deconstructed and soft in the shoulder, closer resembling cardigans. In place of shirts and ties, T-shirts and

grandad collared shirts in seersucker and silk are being worn. What’s surprising is the brands which are spearheading this move toward softness. Italian tailoring heavyweights Giorgio Armani, Ermenegildo Zegna and Brunello Cucinelli are all championing a slouchier, more comfort-focused approach. The most obvious example of this shift is the menswear industry’s wholehearted embrace of the sneaker. There’s not one brand who, this season or last, didn’t send out a suit or separates combo teamed with a souped-up running trainer, a tennis shoe or a slip on skate shoe. From Raf Simons’ minimalist take on Adidas’ iconic Stan Smith, to Lanvin’s effortlessly chic slip ons, right now it’s all about sneakers.

Here’s my pick of the best. 

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Kilgour, Black Silk T-Shirt; No.5 Saville Row

The Trousers

Emporio Armani, Trousers in Wool and Seersucker Blend in Dark Blue, £168; armani.com

The Jacket

Berluti, Cashmere-felt Blazer, £2,800; mrporter.com

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MELLOW YELLOW It’s never too early to start thinking about the beauty trends you’re going to channel in autumn, we suggest taking inspiration from Peter Pilotto’s AW15 show and roughly line your eyes with mustard yellow. maccosmetics.com

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B E AU T Y R e v i e w

Let your true self shine through this August, with no make up and shades of beige W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

HOUSE OF ELEMIS Wo r d s s o p h i e c o c k e t t

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here seemed to be a gap in the market for a couture beauty house where “spa meets science and science meets skin.” That was, until, House of ELEMIS popped up in the heart of Mayfair. If you’re looking for a tranquil getaway transporting you from the hustle and bustle, then this will be right up your street. Providing transformative treatments, House of ELEMIS is made up of The Penthouse and the Speed Spa: The Penthouse is decorated with bespoke artwork created exclusively for ELEMIS by the inspirational Valeria Nascimento, and can be hired out to experience signature penthouse treatments. If, for you, time is of the essence, then the Speed Spa delivers all the treatments you could need in a condensed amount of time, without skimping on quality.

The brand’s philosophy that no two skins are the same is reflected in the wide range of unique offerings: try the Anti-Blemish Mattify & Calm Facial for lastingly clear, beautiful skin, or the Pro-Definition Lift & Contour if you’re looking to feel profoundly sculpted and youthful. The freestyle deep tissue massage is greatly recommended, while the Garden of Rose Restore Massage will leave skin feeling exquisitely moisturised, supple and scented.

As if this wasn’t enough, there’s also a handful of packages to choose from, plus carefully formulated pregnancy treatments. House of ELEMIS is the first of it’s kind and an almighty slice of luxury, so sit back, relax and enjoy this revolutionary experience. ◆

● HOUSE OF ELEMIS 2 Lancashire Court, W1S; houseofelemis.com

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Being Beige Chanel

Still searching for the perfect summer make up? Look no further, Chanel have nailed it with their Les Beiges 2015 collection. Modelled here by the original bronze goddess, Gisele Bündchen, choose from muted peaches, soft tawny and pastel pinks. chanel.com

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PICK

8 of the best

HAIR REMOVERS NO MAKE UP Perricone MD

The biggest beauty trend of 2015 is one of the hardest trends to pull off: the no make up look. Luckily Perricone MD have just released a collection of skincare make up which subtly covers and keeps your skin healthy. Our hero product is the No Foundation Foundation, which works to minimise wrinkles and correct undertones. perrriconemd.co.uk

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TAHITIAN TOUCH Molton Brown

The ultimate at-home pampering treatment from Molton Brown, we love the new body polisher collection. Try Heavenly Gingerlily, which contains micro-exfoliating Tahitian black sand, tamanu nut oil and notes of cardamom and ginger. moltonbrown.co.uk

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Paint a peach hue onto your pout this summer with either subtle apricot or bright coral. Expert tip: make sure you set them off against bronzed skin.

Try one of these MAC’s lipsticks – one of which has just launched in collaboration with Giambattista Valli – for the perfect summer accessory. maccosmetics.co.uk

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Bobbi Brown

Still the face of Bobbi Brown, Kate Upton models the brand’s Sandy Nudes collection with ease. The collection has been updated for summer 2015 with a delicious body oil, summer bronzers and a gorgeous set of nail varnishes in a creamy pale pink and pale mushroom shades. bobbibrown.co.uk

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1. PHILIPS LUMEA, PRECISION PLUS, £450.00; philips.co.uk 2. PEARL POLISH, DUAL ACTION BODY OIL, £28; thegroomingclinic.com 3. BLISS, FUZZ OFF FOAM, £26.00; blissworld.co.uk 4. VEET, EASY GRIP READY-TO-USE WAX STRIPS, £7.29; ocado.com 5. MONU, PRO SKINCARE DEPIL LOTION, £14.95; monushop.co.uk 6. NO!NO!, PRO GOLD LIMITED EDITION, £210; harrods.com 7. VICHY, DERMABLEND TOTAL BODY FOUNDATION, £29.50; boots.com 8. ACQUA DI PARMA, COLLEZIONE BARBIERE RAZOR & STAND, £240.00; acquadiparma.co.uk

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New Modern Vintage Salon All About Your Hair

Five days luxury accommodation in the chateau in en-suite bedrooms with sea or mountain views. Fabulous nutritious, low carbohydrate meals and elegant three course dinners with wine.

LOSE WEIGHT AND IMPROVE YOUR FITNESS LEVEL 1A Putney Bridge Road, London SW18 1JB For appointments call 020 3583 3280

Prices from £1,600 pp or £1,400 pp for two guests sharing a bedroom.

Please contact Morag@Loucasteou.com with questions and for reservations

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A Perfect celebration of Eternal Love.

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A. HANNA & SONS PIANOS This Steinway & Sons piano was made in Germany in 1920. It has a fantastic unique Burr Walnut case.

The piano has been restored to the highest quality rebuilt and re-polished with Shellac hand finish. It has great touch and superb sound.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS CHANEL

Les 4 Ombres ‘Smoky Eyes’ Quadra Eye Shadow, £40; selfridges.com

OPI

‘Gimme a Lido Kiss’ Nail Polish, available August, £12.50; opiuk.com

URBAN DECAY

‘Sideline’ Eye Shadow, £14; feelunique.com

URBAN DECAY

Afterglow 8-Hr Powder Blush, £19; urbandecay.co.uk

SMASHBOX

Eye Colour Quad in Silvered Topaz, £64; harrods.com

ZAZ POSEN, AW15, IMAGE COURTESY OF MAC COSMETICS

TOM FORD

Always Sharp 3D Liner £16; boots.com

ILLAMASQUA

Nail Varnish in Blizzard, £14.50; illamasqua.com

RMK

Ingenious Powder Eyes in N11, £15; selfridges.com

BOBBI BROWN

Rich Lip Colour in Old Hollywood, £20; bobbibrown.co.uk

MAC COSMETICS

‘Pure Show’ Le Disko Superslick Eyeliner, £18; debenhams.com

BOBBI BROWN

Ultra Violet Shimmer Wash, £17.50; debenhams.com

SMASHBOX

Baked Fusion Soft Lights Blush in Baked Starblush, £25; smashbox.co.uk

ALL THAT GLITTERS Make a statement with shimmering make up

SHISEIDO

Full Lash Volume Mascara, £23.50; shiseido.com

B y R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

ILLAMASQUA MAC COSMETICS

‘She Dazzles’ Le Disko Dazzleshadow, £16; maccosmetics.co.uk

Pure Pigment in Ore Rich Russet Bronze, £17; illamasqua.com

HOURGLASS

Modernist Eye Shadow Palette in Monochrome, £56; net-a-porter.com

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XXXXXX HEALTH/ &XXXXXXX BEAUTY / MAKE-UP INSIDER MATTHEW WILLIAMSON SS15

LAURA MERCIER

Eye Art Palette, £45, uk.spacenk.com

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON SS15

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

CHANTECAILLE

Luxury Palette in Glamour Muse, £38, charlottetilbury.com

Waterproof pencil in Orchid, £22, liberty.co.uk

Purple Reign

EYEKO

Rock Out Lash Out Mascara, £20, harveynichols.com

The 1970s purple eye is back, only this time the products are more luxe

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Colour Chameleon in Amythest Aphrodisiac, £19, charlottetilbury.com

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t Matthew Williamson’s dreamily bohemian Spring Summer show, make-up artist Charlotte Tilbury created a modern take on the 70’s purple eye.

Inspired by images of Marie Helvin and the glorious flower prints in the collection, the effect was etherial yet striking.

Purple is very wearable on the eyes, and works brilliantly to make green eyes pop in particular. The easiest way to try the look is with a chunky eye pencil like the Charlotte Tilbury or NARS ones here.

Roughly smudge the pencil into the roots of your lashes, top and bottom (though be light-handed on the lower lash line)

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then use your ring finger to blend quickly over your eyelid. You can repeat to add intensity.

If you prefer a slightly softer look then a shadow palette with a range of purple tones and complementary colours is for you. You don’t have to create a huge overly blended eye. A deep purple colour applied along the lash line with a fine brush (a clean lip brush is perfect) is a chic way to try the look for daytime.

A really good black mascara is key to stop the look becoming ghostly. Eyeko’s Rock Out Lash Out is a lovely true black volumising mascara that intensifies and lifts lashes. Keep the rest of your make-up light and sheer to retain the freshness that is key to this looks success. ◆

NARS

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON SS15

Velvet Shadow Stick in Glénan, £20, narscosmetics.co.uk

RMS

Eye Polish in Magnetic, £19, urbanretreat.co.uk

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By following our nutrition method, you shed body fat and learn how to eat beautifully forever.

We know results are important so that’s exactly what we give you, along with a blueprint for lasting success.

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CONFIDENTIAL Get in shape with the top fitness trends, tips and gear Wo r d s R o m y va n d e n b r o e k e

THE CULT OF CROSSFIT Why this new fitness programme is taking over B y A l e x a n d r a P I OT R OW

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rossFit seems to have become a recent fitness chart-topper, but this workout has been around for a while. Strength and conditioning-focused, the CrossFit program is a fast-paced mix of high-intensity exercises. Inspired by military, professional athlete and police training, CrossFit is ideal for those who are bored of regular gym exercises and are looking for a new challenge.

CrossFit training blends together various functional movements and exercises, such as burpees or deadlifts, which aim to improve cardiovascular fitness at the same time as building strength.

Each training session is controlled, as you complete circuits of exercises to the best of your ability within the allocated time. This can range from you completing the Workout of the Day, a certain number of reps against the clock, or as many repetitions of a particular exercise as you can in a fixed time.

CrossFit owes its success to alternating workouts regularly, during the session and throughout the week. Not only does this mean you are constantly stimulated and don’t get bored, but it also prevents your body from getting used to one routine. This ensures you achieve maximum results in a shorter time frame.

The CrossFit trainer is very much present, supervising constantly to ensure participants are pushing themselves as hard as they can.

The pack mentality of teaming up and working together also builds a competitive camaraderie, forcing you to push past your fitness limits.

CrossFit does require commitment; but is no problem because the engaging workout only lasts 45 minutes to one hour. CrossFit, we’re coming for you.

Karl’s Way Every Second Counts

The king of style, Karl Lagerfeld, is turning his hand to sportswear, with Berlin-based online retailers, Zalando. The collection is called Karl Lagerfeld Sport City and is impossibly chic. zalando.co.uk

 crossfitcityroad.com

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8 of the best

GREEN GODDESS

TRAINERS

Lean Greens

The ultimate green superpowder, Lean Greens promises to taste better than its competitors. The powder has a neutral smell and taste, despite being packed with wheat grass, spirulina and chlorella, as well as six digestive enzymes. £44.97 for 500g; leangreens.com

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REEBOK X PATRICK MOHR; Sneakers, £90; zalando.co.uk

GO STRONG We l l i c i o u s

The new collection from activewear brand Wellicious is just as good as the last: simple fitness basics, including black shorts and khaki sportsbras, to make for stylish working out. wellicious.com

JIMMY CHOO, London Leopard Print Canvas and Patent-Leather Sneakers, £435; net-a-porter.com

MSGM, Palm Print Sneaker, £237.71; farfetch.com

NIKE, Roshe Run Flyknit Trainers, £94.99; Selfridges.com

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ISABEL MARANT, Etoile Bart leopard-print calf hair sneakers, £295; net-a-porter.com.

Yo r k T e s t L a b o r a t o r i e s

Ever wished you had a live in nutritionist? Well now you can, in the form of this food and drink scan from York Test Laboratories.

The programme analyses your IgG reaction to 158 food and drinks to help you replace problem foods. yorktest.com

ZARA, Printed Fabric Plimsole, £29.99; zara.com

KENZO, ‘Tiger’ Sneakers, £160,21; farfetch.com

DOCTOR’S ORDERS Presscription

Each juice at Presscription is formulated by nutritional experts and created using cold-press machines, keeping everything 100% raw and unpasturised. presscription.co.uk

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NIKE, Roshe Run One Print, £70; nike.com

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JOY RIDE

Nothing beats London in the summer, so hop on your bike and discover the best al fresco activities to do in your local area W o r d s R o M y va n d e n B r o e k e Illustration Phil Couzens

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ity cycling during the summer is a joyous thing: whether it’s cruising along Venice Beach in Los Angeles, meandering through Amsterdam’s side streets or zipping through Kreuzberg in Berlin, off the cuff cycling is the best way to discover any city.

Despite having experienced numerous cities on two wheels (the above included), I had actually done very little cycling in London, the city I live in.

So I decided to change that, hopped on my newly acquired Gazelle bike and explored long stretches of canal, cycled through lush parks and stopped off at some of my favourite spots in South West London.

Here is my guide to a perfect, but albeit packed, day out with all the al fresco activities you need keep you entertained for the day, but most importantly to get you on yer bike!

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BATTERSEA PARK  Battersea tart your journey by Battersea Power Station, admire the 1930s building, and cycle through Battersea Park. Enjoy the buzz of people running and picnicing before making your way down towards Wandsworth. ◆  Battersea, SW11; wandsworth.gov.uk

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BATTERSEA ARTS CENTRE  Battersea elve into a world of creativity at Battersea Arts Centre. There’s always something interesting going on, be it a small exhibition showing local talent, or bigger events with artists and performers from across the country. If you plan ahead, zip back to the centre at the end of your route to see a show. ◆  Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

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CANNIZARO HOUSE  Wimbledon Common ip down through Putney Heath and into Wimbledon Common. The common is lovely on a sunny day, so take your time and enjoy the view.

Thirsty again? A quick google will lead you to the charming Crooked Billet pub on the edge of the common, where you can grab a drink, then we suggest cycling up to the newly refurbished Hotel du Vin at Cannizaro House. By now you’re probably famished, so refuel and order some nibbles al fresco. Hungry? Opt for the classic steak frites, it’s delicious.

Or order a light salad if you’re on a health kick. ◆  West Side Common, SW19; hotelduvin.com

BOATING  Wimbledon Park Lake ock up your bike, don your sailing cap and rent a rowing boat in Wimbledon Park. The lake is perfect for short cruises or intimate sailing or canoeing adventures. There’s plenty to enjoy here, so make sure you wander around the grounds.

Head to the tennis courts and scope out some local sporting talent, wonder around the picturesque lake or explore the woodland within. There is a small cafe too, so pull up a pew, rest your weary legs and indulge in an ice cream or two. ◆  Home Park Road, SW11; merton.gov.uk

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THE SHIP  Wandsworth erched on the bank of the River Thames, The Ship in Wandsworth is a South West London boozing stalwart. The 1786 build is the perfect spot for a late morning beverage Ω why not, it’s the weekend after all Ω as you can sit in the large riverside terrace, bask in the sun and watch the ships sail past. ◆  41 Jew’s Road, SW18; theship.co.uk

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NO.32 THE OLD TOWN  Clapham Common fter a long day cycling, finish off at one of the most relaxed eateries in South West London, No. 32 The Old Town. Unwind on the first floor terrace with a refreshing glass of wine (or one of their amazing Bloody Marys) and order yourself a slap up dinner.

Depending how hungry you are, you can share some of the small plates Ω the creamy ricotta fritters with tomato and basil and the crispy peppered squid are to die for Ω or go big with one of their signatures like the house burger with Montgomery cheddar. ◆  32 Old Town, SW4; no32theoldtown.co.uk

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THE KIT THE LIGHT

BOBBIN, Retro Front Light, £26.50; cyclechic.co.uk

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WHISTLES, Madison Sporty Backpack, £280; whistles.com

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BROOKS, Cambium, comes on the Van Stael, Gazelle bike; royaldutchgazelle.co.uk

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quality, durable components, ‘indestructible’ paint, and innovative designs, Gazelle are so sure of the quality of their product that each bike frame comes with a 10 year warranty.

Without question our favourite bike from the Gazelle collection, the Van Stael bike is about as stylish as they come.

Available in both Shimano kitted out three and seven speeds – depending on the terrain of your city – while the cambium saddle is a new release from Brooks, and has been designed to be more comfortable and more stylish than any saddle before. The bike is modern version of the Gazelle that raced in the 1915 Tour de France.

For your kit, head to cyclechic. co.uk where you can buy everything from copper bells to Bern helmets. ◆

ne of the oldest and best bike producers in the Netherlands, the Royal Dutch Gazelle knows a thing or two about cycling. Awarded a royal title by Princess Margriet at the company’s centenary celebrations in 1982, Gazelle still stands as the only Dutch cycle manufacturer to have been bestowed with this certification. The company was founded in 1892 and is now producing more than 300,000 bicycles a year at its factory in Dieren, the Netherlands.

The company is committed to promoting “happy cycling” and maintain its position at the top, by focusing their attention on three key elements of bike manufacturing – comfort, convenience and taste. Using lightweight, high

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THE HELMET

BERN, Lenox Ladies Bike Helmet in satin black, £49.50; cyclechic.co.uk

THE BIKE BAG

HILL & ELLIS, Professor Cycling Pannier, £190; cyclechic.co.uk

THE SNEAKER

SUPERGA, 2750 Cotu Classic in white; superga.co.uk

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COME TO MOMMI A fusion of Japanese and Peruvian cuisine, Mommi in Clapham is a welcome addition to South London’s burgeoning restaurant scene. Opening it’s doors in July, Mommi has already received rave reviews for it’s excellent grub. wearemommi.com

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Wine and food pairings for the month of August B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

Peach, prosciutto & Mozzarella salad  Ara Single Vineyard Pinot Gris 2014, £10.99; waitrose.com eaches reign supreme this month, but let’s not confine them to the P puddings alone because they’re also fantastic in salads. The sweet juiciness of ripe peach works so well with the Pinot Gris grape, and especially those from New Zealand which usually deliver richer fruit (than the Pinot Gris you get in France, for example). This one tastes of ripe pears drizzled with honey but it’s still dry and perky, and matches perfectly with the dish, even without the prosciutto. ◆

Roast grouse with blackcurrant sauce  Nicosia Etna Rosso 2012, £9.99; marksandspencer.com he grouse season hints that autumn isn’t too far away, and with this T bird’s trademark delicate but gamey flavour, a lighter earthy red is the best bet. That could mean Pinot Noir, but a more interesting alternative would be the new bang on trend Italian red, Etna Rosso from Sicily, which is mostly made from a local grape called Nerello Mascalese. This smells like dried flowers but it’s fruity enough on the palate to match the sauce. It has a nutty and savoury finish, which is why it stands up strong to the gamey grouse. ◆

Fresh cherries  Andrew Quady Elysium Black Muscat 2012, £10.99; winerack.co.uk ometimes simplicity is best, and S when it comes to freshly-picked cherries surely there can be no better pudding to serve? Except that everything can be enhanced by a wine, of course! This Californian wine is a rare little treat, a sweet red that’s bursting with fruit flavour, everything from blackberries to a

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Who doesn’t love breakfast food? Toasted bagels, waffles piled high with fresh fruit and shakes too thick to suck through a straw. Find all this an more at Waffle Jack’s, Wimbledon’s own American-style diner. Yum. wafflejacks.co.uk

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Innovative flavour combinations is part and parcel with this gourmet popcorn company. Joe & Seph’s latest concoction, Caramel with Honey & Toasted Sesame, is the latest of its utterly addictive treats, where Rose Chocolate is also set to hit the shelves this month. Surely if it’s air popped that means it’s good for you, right? joeandsephs.co.uk

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Source Battersea ource in Battersea is our well-deserved restaurant of the month.

Serving up locally sourced seasonal fare in a relaxed setting, head chef Matt Tarantini keeps things simple. That’s not to undermine his creative talent, as while each dish may sound simple, the expert seasoning and high quality ingredients make each plate a flavoursome feat. The smoked mackerel paté with homemade soda bread is, for example, exceptional, while the

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tagliatelle with courgette, tomato and lardo is beautifully balanced.

Order the pig’s head croquettes, they’re salty, porcine bites of heaven. ◆

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KING OF THE HILL

was adorned with toasted sourdough squares that were topped with chopped cherry tomatoes and basil, or ricotta and caramelised onion. Even better, it was accompanied by 24-month aged Parmigiano Reggiano, Grana Padana and Pecorino cheeses on a bed of rocket and walnuts.

For mains, we sampled the Porcini Mushroom Risotto and Spiedini di Calamari e Scampi alla Griglia.

Admittedly this was intentional, knowing the chef’s Italian heritage. The former possessed a rich, well-balanced creaminess that was enhanced by zingy grated Parmigiano Reggiano and chilli oil accoutrements. Although the arborio rice was a tad chalky, the risotto’s complex well flavour made up for it. The Lavender’s plate of grilled vegetables, squid, and prawn skewer were charred to perfection, which afforded the dish’s beautiful produce a beach BBQ-evoking toasty taste. We ordered GF spaghetti – and not an eyelid was batted at such a request – and halved it. The simple combination of Yellowfin tuna and black olives was superb.

Following this extravagant meal of authentic Italian fare, there was no room to spare for pudding. But the locals set us straight that The Lavender’s homemade Tiramisu – made daily using free range organic eggs – is the real deal. If the other courses are anything to go by, I know I will be back soon to try it for myself. u

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lapham is renowned for its wealth of cafés and restaurant – most of which offering a range of international cuisines. So, standing out amongst this saturated market can be tough. Yet despite being surrounded by stiff competition, Italian restaurant The Lavender holds its own.

Unassuming, yes, it is a favourite amongst the locals. Set atop the (in)famously long incline of Lavender Hill, The Lavender is the perfect place for a mid-week meal. It’s the kind of place that

harbours a loyal patronage.

We took our seats in the lavenderbordered terrace as the sun was glowing, and sipped on a glass of organic Contro Corrente Pinot Grigio. First came a tasty amuse-bouche in the form of bruschetta two ways: one with prosciutto, and the other with roasted courgette and sweetcorn.

The same on-trend slate serving plate then came bearing The Lavender’s vegetarian platter. Ideal for sharing, this was a definite highlight of the meal.

The serving of roasted aubergine, red pepper and courgette was generous, and

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HEAD SOUTH Absolutely speaks with acclaimed chef Adam Byatt and finds out why South West London suits him just fine I n t e r v i e w R o m y va n d e n b r o e k e

ROMY: What made you become a chef?

ADAM BYATT: Luckily for me this is all I have ever wanted to do. My grandfather was a chef in the British army and my Mum also cooked for a living, so I guess it is just in my blood. I feel incredibly lucky to have made a career out of doing what I love doing best.

RVDB: You’ve won numerous awards for your food – including Time Out Restaurant of the Year 2003 for Thyme and AA’s London Restaurant of the Year for Trinity in 2006 – what would you like to win next?

AB: Longevity! Accolades matter during a restaurant’s infancy but the reputation it gains from delivering consistency year on year is what should be acknowledged. My only aspiration for Trinity is to be as busy as we are now. Chasing accolades is for egotistical chefs with no real interest in the diners experience.

RVDB: Where did you learn to cook?

AB: I trained at Claridges Hotel on an apprenticeship with the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts. I then went on to work at The Square and was part of the team that achieved [the restaurants] second Michelin Star. I learned to cook and understand ingredients while working at The Square.

RVDB: What is the best lesson you learned?

AB: Discipline and work ethic: cooking professionally is virtually impossible without these. Also learning the core basic skills of classical French gastronomy, without which I would not have been able to achieve what I have today.

RVDB: From where do you draw inspiration?

AB: The ever-changing food seasons are a true inspiration to me, but I also love eating out and reading about food.

I feel comfortable here, CLAPHAM is a FANTASTIC place to both LIVE & WORK

RVDB: What is the philosophy behind your restaurants Trinity and Bistro Union?

AB: Trinity is a seasonal British restaurant that offers a sophisticated dining experience but is still fundamentally a neighbourhood restaurant. Trinity has had three AA rosettes

for 8 years and maintains what is a very high standard of food and service. Bistro Union is a British bistro – simple honest British food with relaxed but exacting service and a price point that makes it accessible to everyone.

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RVDB: What is it about London’s food scene that really excites you?

AB: The diversity in London is exceptional, and I am one of those people who believes that London is the go-to city for food. There is a new generation of chefs that are cooking very exciting and expressive seasonal British food, some of which is outstanding and will set the culinary landscape for years to come. I also love that you can now eat truly excellent food in the more mainstream market, which London has never had before.

ABS: If you could eat in only one London restaurant for the rest of your life where would it be?

AB: I would have to choose Peckham Bazaar on the basis that I can only ever eat here. I would steer clear of fashionable restaurants and places with a limited repertoire. For me, the food at Peckham Bazaar is always delicious, original, and most importantly nothing like the cuisine I cook.

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RVDB: All of your restaurants are in Clapham, why?

AB: I opened my first restaurant here in 2001 and have always loved the locals. I guess once you feel comfortable and truly understand an area you feel more confident in doing business there. Clapham is a fantastic place to both live and work.

RVDB: How is the Clapham food scene developing?

AB: The client base and appetite for restaurants in Clapham is at an all time high. I manage to fill two restaurants that are within walking distance from one another. This would be a hard in any other part of town. It’s so great to see that the postcode I opened my first restaurant in, over 15 years ago, now has more than its fair share of reputable restaurants. It’s an exciting time for Clapham and the South.

If time is short and we have a nice stock at home I tend to knock up a ramen with noodles and fish, a soft egg and loads of herbs from the garden. Super quick, healthy and delicious.

RVDB: Where do you buy your ingredients?

AB: We source ingredients from all over the UK. One of the best things about having done this job for over 23 years is that you get to build and refine an incredible list of producers. I’m incredibly proud of the people we work with and am confident that we buy some of the best ingredients in the country.

RVDB: What is your favourite thing to eat this time of year?

AB: We treat ourselves to wild salmon from time to time, which is a staple beautiful British ingredient. However summer brings with it a whole host of other treats, for example asparagus, jersey royals and elderflowers, as well as peas, stone fruits and strawberries. I love this time of year.

ABS: Have you got any plans to go into a different type of cuisine or to open any more restaurants?

We have another site in the pipeline for 2016 but are concentrating our efforts on the redevelopment of Trinity, which will see us launch with a new look and feel in September. There will be additional restaurant space on the first floor and outside seating. It’s very exciting.

I have been cooking my food for a very long time and believe my cooking style have become a part of my brand. I’m very comfortable with my repertoire and it has taken me many years to hone. Food is far too much of a purism for me to even think about delving into other cuisines. ◆

ABS: What is your favourite fall back thing to make at home?

4 The Polygon, Clapham, SW4, 020 7622 1199; trinityrestaurant.co.uk

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ABS: Do you enjoy cooking different cuisines as much as you do British?

Yes, I love Asian flavours. I really enjoy making an Anglicised curry and often yearn for Moroccan dishes, which are also a pleasure to cook. I don’t however claim to be a master of any of these types of cuisines, so keep this food just for family and friends.

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WITH THE LOT Take a tour through Dordogne Valley and the Lot in France’s South West. Chateaux, picture perfect scenes and epicurian delights: this is only the beginning of what the Midi Pyrenees has to offer.

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We selected the breathtaking regions of The Dordogne & The Lot in South West France, flying from London to Bergerac.

Exploring the rich medieval history of the Midi Pyrenees is ideal for a holiday involving driving.

Every corner driven ’round presents breathtaking views of rivers, towns and villages that could easily be mistaken for medieval film sets. Castles sit high on clifftops overlooking rivers, shrouded in early morning fog that dissipates as the sun rises to expose their majesty. Ancient towns and villages with their unmistakable tiled roof tops and warn yellow stone walls line the route each day. This region of France, famous for its walnut production, foie gras, asparagus, strawberries in summer and of course, the black truffle season in winter, is a must for any foodie. The wineries and

vineyards of the area beg to be explored and it is said that Malbec originated from the region.

Picking up a BMW 4 series convertible from the airport (partners of Routes Du Bonheur) we drove with the roof down and the sun shining through lush green countryside and rolling forests to the small village of Tremolat, located between the valleys of Vezere and Dordogne an hour from the airport. Le Vieux Logis is a small, 4 star hotel (23 rooms, all overlooking the park and gardens) in the heart of the village. Built as a tabacco farm and converted in 1952 the hotel has a wonderfully relaxed charm to it, informal yet with perfect presentation, reception, hospitality and of course food.

It is very clear why Vincent Arnould was awarded his Michelin Star in 2005.

We arrived mid-afternoon and had champagne and an exquisite light strawberry pastry in front of a roaring fire in one of the sitting rooms. Our rooms were not in the main house but in a restored single storey barn next to the main house.

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The hotel boasts two dining rooms, one the original tobacco-drying barn of the farm where dinner is served and the other a small bistro opposite the hotel. Food is seasonal and of course locally sourced by Arnould, traditional ingredients with modern concepts and presentation, every course was bursting with flavour. We started with asparagus and crab, as beautifully presented as it was delicious, followed by scallops with broad beans and truffle jus, followed by local lamb medallion with delicately spiced cous cous and herbed butter. A strawberry desert followed cheese, a delightful sorbet on a bed of meringue, strawberry compote and mint. We retired to The Fumoir (the feel of a hunting lodge, leather and dark woods) for brandy and coffee.

Knowing where our next hotel was located, Chateau de Marcues, a route was planned for us by Le Vieux Logis ensuring to we saw the best of the region. We stopped atBeynac to visit the cliff top 14th century castle and for a delicious lunch before moving on to La Roque offering breath-taking views of the valley and finally to Dommea town where the Knights Templar were held prisoners in 1307. Set high above The Lot river and beautiful countryside sits the majestic 4 star Chateaux de Mercues, standing on

its pedestal since the 13th century. The hotel is a wonderful mix of modernity and antiquity. The courtyard at the heart of the hotel remains untouched by time, despite sipping the Chateau’s soft warm Malbec in comfort, it’s easy to imagine the great draw bridge in use in earlier centuries. Under the chateaux is an unexpected treasure; a staggering winery was built by the owner to produce the wine yielded from the grapes of his near by vineyard, The Chateaux De Malbec, 2009 is exceptional.

Tours are available of the vineyard, well worth visiting, with meals offered in the perfectly converted barn and all wine tasted over the stay is on sale to ship or take home. Terraces and formal gardens lead to a beautiful outdoor pool – we explored the grounds listening to the river below before a tour of the cellars, sampling the range of wine made there. The Chateaux was home to the Bishops of Cahors for centuries and a chapel remains hidden in one of the turrets, the formal dining room is in the centre of the chateaux and was the

dining room of the Bishops. The food was exquisite, fresh, and beautifully presented while the setting offered views over The Lot river. Our rooms were large and welcoming with the need of every guest preempted and catered for. The hotel has 24 rooms, all decorated individually to reflect the different centuries the Chateau has seen as well as six apartments. The whole Chateaux is available for private hire and would make the most wonderful venue for a wedding or celebration.

The final hotel on our route was the truly exceptional Chateau de la Treyne.

Overhanging the Dordoyne as though it floats on the edge of the river and set in 300 acres of private parkland the position and the hotel itself are both breathtaking.

With only 14 rooms you feel like you are a guest of a home rather than a hotel, that said a perfectly presented home with a truly exceptional hostess, Stephanie Gombert.

The hotel is clearly loved by both its staff and all guests, comfortable and relaxed yet incredibly luxurious and lavish. We were taken to our rooms, the Dordoyne suite, a beautiful set of rooms with a terrace offering spectacular views over the river. The peace and tranquillity of the terrace was incredible, a warm light bathed everything it touched and the scent of lilac rose up from the walls below. I have rarely been happier than sitting with a drink soaking up the sun and listening to the sounds of nature. A welcome of black cherry compote and luxurious homemade pastries were laid out in the dressing room and the suite itself was spacious and welcoming. Hermes toiletries sat next to a bath that was almost big enough to swim in. We drank aperitifs on a beautiful terrace where all meals are served in the summer months, watching the sun set. Dinner was served in the Louis XIII salon, restored to it original glory. The food was delicious, Stephane Andrieux presides over the kitchen. The love that goes in to each dish is obvious, as is the award of a Michelin Star. ‘I like dishes that stimulate the taste buds and play on acidity and bitterness.’ His foie gras, uncooked and marinated between two spicy crusts was a delight, as were the lamb chops. Wine was served to suit each dish and the cheese board ensured we stayed at our table for far longer than we had planned to. I ordered breakfast for the room, delicious tiny omelets, fresh fruit, pastries and coffee eating on the terrace and wishing I could make this my home. The route to happiness? Absolutely. u

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TRAVEL / UK GETAWAY WHAT IS IT?

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esigned to hit all of your reset buttons, Yeotown is a super stylish, award-winning, five-day detox retreat. Based in a cottage in North Devon, it comes complete with its very own yoga studio and sauna so that you can fully unwind. Located between the moorland of Exmoor and the Atlantic Ocean, there are prime walking spots over the area’s famously rugged terrain and, if you’re lucky, great surf. Run by surfer-cum-walker Simon Sieff and Triyoga’s Vinyasa Flow teacher Mercedes Ngoh Sieff, Yeotown is a haven of health Ω a place they like to call “the home of wellbeing”. In short, a stay here will improve your physical fitness, nutritional health and mental wellbeing. The Sieff ’s passion for health is convincing enough to make you want to change the way you live. Expect a full life MOT, one that you’ll probably want to maintain long after you’ve left. ◆

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ooked by the lovely Dora, there was plenty of delicious food to eat. From red lentil and coconut soup to white fish with green chilli and coriander, we were treated to nutritious meals everyday. Refined sugar, gluten, wheat, dairy and caffeine were all banned, and we were advised to give up these vices a week before our stay. If you had followed the pretox, the diet wouldn’t have been so hard, but one of my fellow Yeotowners didn’t prepare herself and spent much of the time longing for a glass of wine. I prepared and managed to avoid any cravings. One downside is that my skin broke out, but a clear complexion soon followed and, most importantly, stayed.

As for the lack of caffeine, my energy levels skyrocketed and, despite since returning to caffine, I’ve managed to cut my two-a-day habit down to just two-a-week. For anyone that knows me, that’s quite a feat. ◆

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ogi or not, starting your day with a 7.15am yoga class is great.

Undoubtedly my favourite part of the Yeotown philosophy, the morning yoga sessions helped stretch me out before breakfast. The rest of our wellbeing schedule was all about being active Ω on the first day we hiked, on the second we cycled, and on the third we worked out our core in an intense CrossFit class. Adapted to suit all fitness levels, there was no moment when you felt out of sorts. As a pretty active person, I was surprised to discover that I had lost 1.5lbs during my stay, which was nothing on one of my fellow guests, who left Devon a staggering 12 pounds lighter. The difference between us? I was there to cleanse, while he was there to completely rehaul his lifestyle and diet. Yeotown is the kind of place that facilitates both. ◆

THE DAMAGE The 5-day programme is £1,870 per person Snapper, Barnstaple, Devon EX32; yeotown.com

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DARK MATTER This month we’re choosing the dark side, courtesy of designer Abigail Ahern’s sumptuous capsule paint range. Inspired by a stint living in the US, the 13 hues will cocoon your room with sense of intrigue and tranquility. Available from abigailahern.com and craigandrose.com

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contemporary classics

Rud Rasmussen pays tribute to Denmark’s first modern design classic Wo r d s J e s s i c a k l i n g e l f u s s

GRAHAM & GREEN

Clio Sofa Collection, From £2,450; grahamandgreen.co.uk

SARAH CAMPBELL

Mosaic Jewellery Box, £74; westelm.co.uk

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Model Three Clock Radio in Cherry/Taupe, £199; goodhoodstore.com

LUNA & CURIOUS

Large Striped Throw, £85; lunaandcurious.com

JONATHAN ADLER Delphine Mirrored Bar, £2,995; jonathanadler.com

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Danish Modern Rud Rasmussen Kaare Klint’s iconic ‘Faaborg Chair’, the chair that helped to propel Denmark onto the global design map, is turning a grand 100 years old.

In celebration of this centennial, Rud Rasmussen is releasing a ten-piece special edition alongside a numbered anniversary edition in walnut and upholstered in a lush, black Niger leather. Snap up the latter now.

‘Faaborg Chair Anniversary Edition’, £3,160, available from 16A Bowling Green Lane, EC1R; rudrasmussen.com

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HOMES & INTERIORS / NOTES WEST ELM

Palmette Chenille Wool Kilim Rug, From £299; westelm.co.uk

BIRDS OF A FEATHER Oliver Bonas

...Flock together, as the saying goes. We say, you can never have enough salad servers especially when this pair is concerned. Featuring elegant gold tone feather handles even the plainest of salad bowls will look instantly sophisticated. £24; oliverbonas.com

TO THE MOON AND BACK Nelly Duff

Sabrina Kaici’s hand signed screenprint, ‘Full Moon Silver’ is one of the many cool, incredibly affordable works available at this Columbia Road gallery. But really, it’s yet another example of why we love this East London shop to the moon and back. £40; nellyduff.com

PAOLA PETROBELLI ‘Doppio’ Small Vase in Orange/Grey, £1,700; othercriteria.com

FRAMA

Copper Light Fitting with Black Cord, £35; goodhoodstore.com

WEAVE TEAM Donna Wilson x SCP

Quirky textile designer Donna Wilson has teamed up with modern furniture store SCP. Their recent collaboration sees whimsical products, such as the ‘Henry’ pouffe, make their mark in SCP’s Central London and Shoreditch showrooms. £208.25; scp.co.uk

OLIVER BONAS

Astrid Chevron Photo Frame, £16; oliverbonas.com

LIGHT MY FIRE P. F C a n d l e C o .

These hand-made soy candles are the hand poured result of Thomas Neuberger and Kristen Pumphrey’s efforts. The husband and wife team release small batches of their scents including Fig & Jasmine, Teakwood & Tobacco, and Sweet Grapefruit (left). Simply heavenly. £18; couvertureandthegarbstore.com

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MONOLOGUE

Hexagon Slit Table in Brass, £339; monologuelondon.com

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HOMES & INTERIORS / PRODUCTS CANE-LINE

ALEXANDER ROSE

Strand+Hvass ‘Breeze’ Collection, from £164; cane-line.co.uk

San Marino Relax Hut, £2,495; outhereinteriors.com

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Himmeli Kit Hanging Planter, from £35 trianglestore.co.uk

RICHARD SCHULTZ

‘Schultz 1966’ Contour Chaise, £1,347; aramstore.co.uk

OXYLEY’S

‘Rissington’ Table, made to order, from £2,795; chelseagardener.com

MOROSO

Tord Boontje ‘Shadowy Chaise Lounge’, £1,608; thelongeststay.com

FERM LIVING

Rose Circle Plant Wall, £35.50; hollys-house.com

PILAR WILEY

Large Meteor Planter in Black/Green, £190; thegardenedit.com

BODIE & FOU

Pure Nature Wooden Stool, £115; bodieandfou.com

NATIVE & CO.

FOSCARINI

Oiled Paper Umbrella, from £45; nativeandco.com

Ludovica & Roberto Palomba Outdoor Poly Gregg Floor Lamps, £335; ariashop.co.uk

GARDEN PARTY CANE-LINE

Strand+Hvass ‘Breeze’ Highback Chair, £750; cane-line.co.uk

Enjoy outdoor living with these polished must-haves

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Brass ‘Ulu’ Side Table, £1,200; jonathanadler.com

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‘Loren’ Side Tables: Square, £2,085; Round, £2,484; Oval, £3,024; baxterlondon.net

RICHARD SCHULTZ

‘Schultz 1966’ Adjustable Chaise, £1,836; aramstore.co.uk

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ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION

Customers praise LAUNDRAPP for being FLEXIBLE to their BUSY LIFESTYLES

CLEAN MACHINE London’s most popular laundry app gives you more free time this summer!

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id you know that the average family spends five hours on laundry every week? That’s over 23,000 hours of your life spent sorting, washing, folding and ironing when you could be doing something fun instead!

That’s why Laundrapp was created: a new on-demand laundry and dry cleaning app that takes care of your washing in just 30 seconds, not five hours.

How it works is simple: just download the app or place an order online. A friendly Laundrapp driver will collect your clothes at a time you choose, take them to be professionally cleaned at Laundrapp’s local facilities, then bring them back at a time and place that suits you.

It’s the first laundry and dry cleaning service for modern Londoners and it’s available seven days a week.

Collection and delivery – anytime, anywhere Building London’s most popular dry cleaning and laundry app hasn’t been easy, but by remaining flexible and easy to use, Laundrapp has achieved exactly that – all without costing more than a regular dry cleaners.

“Laundrapp offers a professional service but we remain very affordable,” says Laundrapp CEO Edward Relf. “We clean and press shirts from just £2.50 each and we offer professional, delivered dry cleaning from as little as £1.50 too.”

More important than the price is the level of convenience Laundrapp offers though, says Relf. Many customers praise Laundrapp for being flexible to their busy lifestyles and the team is always on standby to go the extra mile.

One customer even arranged to have his laundry delivered to his local pub so he wouldn’t miss his pub quiz, says Relf “Life in London is always hectic and

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everyone in the city is different. Some people cycle to work and want freshly pressed shirts delivered to the office, for example. Others are new parents who don’t want to hang clothes around the flat or listen to a noisy washing machine full of baby clothes every night. Either way, Laundrapp can help.”

A modern day dry cleaning service on your phone One of the biggest frustrations Laundrapp solves is the hassle of finding and carrying your clothes to a local dry cleaner. Dry cleaners in the UK have shrunk drastically over recent decades but Relf believes the time is ripe for a resurgence.

Laundrapp’s free collection and delivery service is key to this as expecting customers to bring dirty clothes to a bricks and mortar shop isn’t realistic anymore. There’s simply too much to do in London!

By offering a more convenient way to do dry cleaning and by working exclusively with the very best local partners, Laundrapp is supporting local businesses at the same time as offering great benefits to Londoners. u

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Embracing an innovative, modern approach whilst keeping traditional values at its core, Kew House School takes an exciting stance on 21st century education. With state-of-the-art facilities, a broad curriculum and excellent pastoral care, Kew House is

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PETIT BATEAU Jetting off to a holiday resort? This collaboration between French designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac and Petit Bateau should be your first port of call. Think poncho raincoats, marinieres in bright canvas fabric and nautical tees with a cheeky twist.

Launching in October; petit-bateau.co.uk

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Fancy Kids is a new online shopping destination stocking clothes, toys and lifestyle accessories for style-conscious parents. You’ll find established designers such as Marie-Chantal and Hucklebones – and better still, every piece has been cherry-picked for its ethical credentials.

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CHILD’S PLAY B on Tot

Our current cyber-crush is this curated collection of design-led kid’s clothing and toys, sourced from independent brands around the world. Prepare to covet the hand-knitted jumpers, Liberty print bloomers and organic baby grows. bon-tot.com

n the early days of parenthood, mother and baby are often inseparable, but as little ones grow and (hopefully) learn to rest independently, you’ll probably want some way to stay connected while you get on with all the things you’ve put aside for the last weeks and months.

Step forward the BT Video Baby Monitor 7000 – which is so much more than a glorified walkie-talkie.

With HD video and sound, you can hear and see your baby clearly - even the tiniest breath comes through loud and clear – and a handy thermometer alerts you if the temperature falls or rises beyond predefined levels. The unit can also play a string of soothing lullabies or nature sounds and project a pretty light-show onto walls or ceilings, so baby has something to distract her if she awakes wondering, ‘Where’s Mum?’ The bad side? No more excuses for not doing the washing-up… ◆

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HAPPY FEET

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 Riding the popularity of their handmade mini moccasins, independent label Monkey & Mole has expanded its repertoire to include summery sandals. Super soft for babies’ delicate (and fast-growing) feet – and simply adorbs. £36; monkeyandmole.com

 No splash in the pool is complete without a supersize inflatable. The world is your oyster – or, indeed, flamingo – with this impressive and very pink friend, which is big enough to accommodate adults as well as kids. £49; cissywears.co.uk

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ASK THE EXPERT

Mother Tongue

Amanda Constance reports on the UK’s first English-Mandarin bilingual nursery W o r d s A M a n d a C o n s ta n c e

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STATE Versus PRIVATE he argument of state versus private education is T unending and inconclusive.

It is perhaps simplest just to apply the idea that, ‘one size does not fit all’. Finances are often the driver in the decision of whether to place your child in a state or independent school. To privately educate a child from nursery through to university costs an average of £150,000. This exorbitant figure means it is an option available to few.

As such, mixing and matching between state and private schools during the formative years, can provide a valuable balance.

Supporting a child at state school with private tuition can also be a successful way of ensuring they have access to one-to-one teaching.

In spite of much controversy, independent schools do have a higher success rate of pupils going on to higher education than the state sector.

As such, if only an option for sixth form, going private at this stage could be hugely beneficial for your child. ◆

Private education

is INCREASINGLY becoming a LUXURY and INVESTMENT

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hen a friend bought Mandarin flash cards for her nanny to brandish in front of her dribbling toddler, I thought she was mad. But go onto the internet and you will see she is not alone; Mandarin flash cards, printable pdfs, downloadable apps – they are all there at the click of a button, every tool needed to turn your pre-school child into a world-beating Sinologue before their fifth birthday.

The government announced last year that it’s putting Mandarin on the national curriculum and training 1,200 more teachers in the language by the end of the decade. Independent schools are ahead of the state sector, with many now including Mandarin either within the curriculum or offered as an extra-curricular activity.

But Mandarin for toddlers? Do parents really want their infants mastering what is now the world’s most spoken language before they are out of nappies?

The people behind the UK’s first bilingual Mandarin-English day nursery certainly think so. Hatching Dragons, housed in a church hall round the corner from the Barbican, opened in May. It is much like any other nursery except the staff are predominantly Chinese and they employ a 50:50 split between English and Mandarin when speaking to the children.

Hatching Dragons is the brainchild of educational consultant Cennydd John. He had the idea for the nursery when he was looking for childcare for his young son.

“I started thinking about what I would value in a nursery environment. I’d been to China, studied at a Chinese university but then I’d struggled with the language since. And so it dawned on me that having an immersion experience between the ages of nought and five would be a way for my son to pick up Mandarin immediately and naturally.”

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Mandarin is not ‘taught’ at Hatching Dragons, there is no hot-housing or formal lessons, the idea is that the toddlers will simply pick it up through exposure at such a young age. This is nothing new, many nurseries in London offer the same experience with French or German. And well-heeled families have long hired nannies who speak a foreign language for their young families. Charles Bonas, founder of blue-chip educational consultancy Bonas MacFarlane says they are placing more and more Mandarin speaking nannies with families, particularly in Singapore and Hong Kong where the family’s mother tongue is English or Cantonese.

The most obvious reason for Mandarin to be in vogue is that as Chinese reaches economic superpower status parents want to give their children the edge in a competitive world.

Nearly 17% of the planet’s population are native Mandarin speakers, English speakers come in at 5%. Native French speakers? They barely scrape in at 1%. In many ways, the UK is behind the curve on offering English-Mandarin bilingual nurseries, there are already more than 180 in the US. ◆ hatching-dragons.com

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LYFORD ROAD Wandsworth, SW18

£3,600,000

n impressive seven bedroom Edwardian semi-detached property, renovated to an exceptionally high standard, extended to provide 3,929 square feet. Highlights include the fabulous 65’ south-west facing garden, off street parking, the 25’ wide kitchen/dining room, the glass and oak staircase, and the superb basement conversion with a 24’ x 22’ media room and temperature controlled wine cellar. u A

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WIMBLEDON PARK ROAD, SW18 A lovely family home extended to the rear and into the loft to provide ample living and entertaining space with a formal reception room featuring a fireplace and bay windows. The striking open-plan kitchen/ dining/family room to the rear of the property is the heart of the home and gives access to the 96 ft rear garden. The house has off-street parking and is ideally situated for Southfields Village and Underground Station. Energy Rating: C. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining/family room, rear garden.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,550,000

SOUTHFIELDS 020 3151 6317 southfields@johndwood.co.uk

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DORLCOTE ROAD, SW18 This is an elegant and beautifully presented, substantial family house in a superb location, overlooking Wandsworth Common’s cricket green through a fringe of majestic trees, with a wonderful 75 ft south-east facing garden. Approx. 2,619 sq ft. Energy Rating: E. 6 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, 2 reception rooms, 22’10 wide kitchen/dining room, pantry, utility/boot room, 2 cloakrooms, south-east facing garden.

Freehold Guide Price £3,250,000

WANDSWORTH 020 7293 6344 wandsworth@johndwood.co.uk

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WILKINSON STREET, SW8 A beautiful family home located on a prestigious Victorian terrace in the heart of the Stockwell Conservation Area just off Albert Square with its idyllic residents’ garden. Approx. 1,627 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, garden.

Freehold Guide Price £1,299,950

RUDLOE ROAD, SW12

SALFORD ROAD, SW2

An immaculately presented period home offered to the market chain free, ideally located on a highly desirable road in Balham.

Approx. 1,744 sq ft. Energy Rating: E.

This outstanding 1st floor flat is located in the desirable Telford Park Estate close to Tooting Common and excellent transport links.

Approx. 893 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, garden, cellar.

2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, garden.

Lease to 2112 Guide Price £579,000

Freehold Guide Price £1,225,000

CLAPHAM 020 3151 6240 clapham@johndwood.co.uk

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EDNA STREET, SW11 This double-fronted family house offers wonderful width and space, combining formal elegance with modern day family living. Furthermore there is a wonderfully private and mature garden.

Approx. 3,206 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/family room, study, garden.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ3,000,000

ATHERTON STREET, SW11 Situated close to Battersea Park, this extremely well proportioned and presented Victorian family house offers ample accommodation, living and entertaining space, including a wonderfully sized and mature garden.

Approx. 1,679 sq ft. Energy Rating: E. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, garden.

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ1,600,000

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Spencer Road ÂŁ3,350,000 Freehold This handsome Victorian house is a one off design and is situated on one of SW18's premier residential streets. This beautiful property has fantastic proportions in all of the principal rooms and a huge sense of grandeur. The double reception room boasts a drawing room in the front section. The rear half is currently being used as a study, with double doors opening to an extremely spacious kitchen/ family room. One of the most impressive aspects of this beautiful property is the mature west facing garden, which measures in excess of 60ft in length.

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Wilton Crescent, Wimbledon, SW19 £4,000pcm Wimbledon 020 8944 4040 wimbledon.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Beautifully finished five bedroom, three bathroom family house located in the desirable Dundonald area of Wimbledon, offering a wealth of living space and large private garden.

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Kingston Road, Raynes Park, SW20 £2,250pcm Raynes Park 020 3542 2010 raynespark.lettings@kfh.co.uk

A beautiful period maisonette in Raynes Park with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, large kitchen/breakfast room and private courtyard garden.

Located within easy reach of local transport links and the amenities of Wimbledon and Raynes Park.

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Haldon Road, Putney, SW18 £2,000pcm Putney Hill 020 8785 3433 putneyhill.lettings@kfh.co.uk

A beautifully presented two double bedroom, ground floor flat benefiting from two bathrooms, eat in kitchen and private garden. The property is situated close to East Putney tube station.

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Guide price: £1,750,000

Altenburg Gardens, Battersea SW11 A four bedroom family home ideally located to enjoy both Clapham Common and the cafes and restaurants of Battersea Rise. The house is spacious and benefits from 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, cloakroom, basement, garden. EPC: C. Approximately 198 sq m (2,131 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6115

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Belmont Road, Clapham SW4 An exceptional family home located in the very sought after Old Town of Clapham. 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, 2 cloakrooms, roof terrace, south facing garden, loft. EPC: E. Approximately 195 sq m (2,099 sq ft). clapham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 6115

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Ashbury Road, Battersea SW11 A contemporary and stylish house to rent close to Clapham Junction. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen and garden. EPC: D. Approximately 94 sq m (1,016 sq ft). Available furnished or unfurnished claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3463 0077

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Wandsworth Common North Side, Wandsworth SW18 An immaculately presented family home to rent close to Wandsworth Common. 4-5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, study, guest cloakroom, garden and offstreet parking.

EPC: D. Approximately 263 sq m (2,831 sq ft). Available furnished or unfurnished. claphamlettings@knightfrank.com Office: 020 3463 0077

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PROPERTY / PROFILE

BENEDICT GANNON Development Director Pedder Photography

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knew that I wanted to establish a career for myself in property from the first placement I took with an investment agency based in Birmingham.

I loved the idea of dealing with tangible assets, of property being a basic physical requirement for businesses and society, the concept of adding value through active management and development, and of course the thrill of ‘doing a deal’.

Since then my time in the profession has been exciting and wide-ranging. I have graduated from University in Birmingham with a BSc in Real Estate and worked for a boutique retail property consultancy acquiring prime retail and leisure property throughout the UK; I have become a Chartered Surveyor and worked in asset management in the West End; I have spent time out in Dubai and Qatar working for a property development company; and most recently I have worked in south London, specialising in residential land acquisition, commercial agency and new

I REALLY ENJOY SEEING HOW MY TIME AT WORK HAS A REAL LIFE IMPACT ON HOW MY LOCAL AREA LOOKS AND FEELS

homes sales for Pedder.

This month marks my five year anniversary at Pedder. As Development Director I am fortunate to have first hand involvement with our clients and customers at every stage of the property life cycle. Whether that is through our land acquisition team who specialise in identifying dilapidated buildings which can be improved through good design, planning and redevelopment, our commercial team who work closely with independent businesses in filling empty shops and revitalising the feel of our high streets, or our new homes team who work closely with our clients to ensure that their developments surpass the expectation of our customers.

As a property geek I really

enjoy seeing how my time at work has a real life impact on how my local area looks and feels. Be it walking down Abbeville Road or Lavender Hill or driving through Dulwich or Crystal Palace, I feel a sense of pride in seeing the businesses and the new homes that I have had a hand in making a reality. I love spending time in Peckham, West Norwood, Brockley and New Cross, and imagining how these areas might change over the coming years.

This month also marks the five year anniversary of meeting Nadiye who was working as an agent at Pedder in Crystal Palace, and who I married in May 2014.

When we first met I was living in Clapham South and we had our first ‘date’ at the Abbeville Pub. We have since moved to East Dulwich where we spend our time painstakingly renovating a three bedroom terrace and making the most of the pubs, restaurants and shops on Lordship Lane.

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Eland Road SW11 ÂŁ1,035,000 A beautifully refurbished three-bedroom house on one of the most popular roads located in the heart of the Shaftesbury Estate, and a short stroll to Clapham Common. Freehold. EPC=D

Battersea: 020 7228 9292 sales.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Nightingale Lane SW12 ÂŁ550,000 A spacious one-bedroom penthouse apartment with private parking located in the prestigious Hightrees House with a private balcony and stunning views over London.

Balham: 020 8673 4377 sales.bal@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Reed Place SW4 ÂŁ690 per week A one off opportunity to rent this stunning three-bedroom penthouse in a highly sought after conversion in Clapham, moments from the local amenities and transports links. EPC=F

Clapham: 020 7501 3666 lets.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Thurleigh Road SW12 ÂŁ535 per week A modern two-bedroom garden flat boasting a wealth of entertaining space, situated between the Commons and just a short walk from Nightingale Lane and Northcote Road. EPC=D

Battersea: 020 7228 9292 lets.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

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assall oad, , hare of reehold A spacious one bedroom raised ground-floor period flat. The property has a large and light reception room with wooden flooring and large original windows, as well as access to a communal garden. The property would be an ideal purchase for a first time buyer or a buy-to-let investor. Oval nderground tation is close by. ating

attersea iew, per wee This modern one bedroom apartment is set in attersea iew, a stri ing, modern apartment bloc . attersea iew has views over the stunning art-deco towers of attersea ower tation. The apartment benefits from a balcony, bright interiors and is ust minutes wal to auxhall tation.

Available immediately.

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SALES • LETTINGS • MANAGEMENT

Princess Court, The Downs, SW20 - LEASEHOLD

Offers in excess off £599,950

You’ll love this spacious apartment set over two floors. This 2 double bedroom, 2 bathroom (one en-suite) home with a light and bright 22ft reception room, will give you double doors that lead straight onto pretty communal gardens. With a large kitchen breakfast room, ground floor WC and plenty of storage, the proprety also comes with an allocated parking space. Situated in a popular road with easy access to Wimbledon Village, Wimbledon Town centre and Raynes Park Village. The property would benefit from an update, but is a fantastic opportunity for the right buyer.

Great opportunity to update and make your own.

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Orchard Lane, SW20 – FREEHOLD

£2,200,000

A rare opportunity to purchase a stunning five bedroom house in the heart of West Wimbledon with tremendous scope for extending STPP is now available. Standing on an impressive plot of around 1/3’s of an acre, this lovely property is situated in a very desirable cul-de-sac with a private 150 ft drive to the house. Comprising 4 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, cloakroom and two reception rooms in the main house, the property also has a 1 bedroom self-contained annex with reception room, kitchen and bathroom. A wonderful opportunity if you are looking for a village lifestyle for your family with the advantage of a quick commute into central London.

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Winter clothes take up a lot of room in the wardrobe – change your wardrobe with the seasons

Feel at ease as soon as you walk through the door our hallway is a prime clutter zone. Shoes, coats, Y letters, and umbrellas can instantly make you feel stressed before you’ve even had a chance to put your bag down. An entrance hall should feel big, open and clutter-free so you feel an instant sense of calm when you walk through your front door.

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A clutter-free home can make it more appealing to prospective buyers, which could ultimately result in a higher sale price.

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“Alexander kept me from losing my cool on more than one occasion during the times I despaired I’d never exchange. It was his commitment and ability to rise to a challenge that got me the house of my dreams.

Estate agent, champion and counsellor in one!”

Rosie L.

“I can still hear you saying you would never break the chain.”

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PROPERTY ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

MALLINSON ROAD, SW11: £795,000

HOUSE HUNTING

MOST SATISFYING TRANSACTION

I NEVER THOUGHT I’D SEE:

We were instructed on a property that had been on the market with another agent without any offers. Within the space of three days we received six offers achieving well over the asking price – the landlord was extremely happy!

Battersea Power Station being developed, after years of planning applications and numerous potential buyers. The redevelopment will revitalise the area with new housing and jobs.

FINEST PROPERTY SHOWCASE:

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This has to be The Royal Victoria Patriotic Building, on the borders of Wandsworth Common. This stunning gothic style building, originally used as a school and a hospital, was restored and developed into beautiful conversion apartments.

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t last the election is out of the way, and we are starting to settle down to what can only be described as a ‘normal’ house market. Vendors or purchasers have nowhere to hide; what I mean is that there is nothing out of the ordinary influencing the market place. Interest rates aren’t about to go up, the election has been and gone, and mansion tax is no longer a threat. So we are in a market that is purely driven by

Mallinson Road, SW11: £795,000. This newly extended and refurbished split level apartment is perfectly situated for the shops, bars and restaurants of Northcote Road. 

 Featherstone Leigh, Battersea 020 7228 2278; featherstoneleigh.co.uk

WE ARE IN A MARKET, WHICH IS PURELY DRIVEN

BY SUPPLY & DEMAND supply and demand, somewhere we haven’t found ourselves in a few years.

As we come into the summer the traditional standoff between what vendors believe their houses are worth, and what purchasers are prepared to pay will begin. These expectations have been largely created by

estate agents themselves, with the over inflated hype of how the market was going to flow after the election.

Much as I try, I cannot find any negative spin on the London house market. No one seems to feel that the market will fall, and many people believe that it will grow steadily. 

 Douglas & Gordon, Battersea, 020 7924 2000; douglasandgordon.com

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PROPERTY / NEWS SPONSORSHIP

F E AT U R E

ASPIRE SPONSORS BONNEVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL SUMMER FAIR

CHARITY RUN

ontinuing their support for Bonneville Primary School and following the success of its winter fair, Aspire’s Clapham South office was pleased to support the school’s summer fair, which was held on Saturday 20th June. The day provided fun and

KFH raises £25,000 for Housing for Women charity

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CONCERT

SEYMOUR GREEN SUPPORTS WORLD HEART BEAT ACADEMY

THE DAY PROVIDED FUN AND GAMES FOR ALL THE CHILDREN & THEIR FAMILIES

orld Heart Beat Music Academy and Seymour Green Estate Agents present a children’s Celtic Fiddle and Tabla concert for the community. The concert, taking place at World Heart Beat Music Academy in Wandsworth, will blend traditional instruments from the repertoire of both Celtic and Indian music. The Celtic Fiddle School is one of the most popular projects at World Heart Beat Music

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games for all the children and their families from stalls such as face painting and nail art, a bbq to fun and games with beat the goalie, and a lucky dip.

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OVAL QUARTER Wins Regeneration Award

or the second year running, Oval Quarter Developments celebrates an award win at the London Evening Standard New Homes Award. During the ceremony, their flagship development, Oval Quarter, was awarded Best

Regeneration Project. The scheme will provide a total of 808 new build homes, 146 of which are Shared Ownership, and the modernisation and refurbishment of 172 existing homes.

Oval Quarter has proved particularly popular with young singles and couples

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Academy. Seymour Green is a family owned and run estate agency that has been sponsoring the Celtic Fiddle School at World Heart Beat Music Academy since September 2014. It is through local partnerships such as this that the World Heart Beat Music Academy is able to continue providing bespoke and high quality music tuition to every child and young person that comes through its doors. u  worldheartbeat.org

looking to zone 2 location.

Not only bringing high quality homes to the area, Oval Quarter has also been a catalyst in establishing a new community. The entire scheme covers a total of 12.5 hectares, 7.2 of which are to include landscaped parkland and community gardens, reminiscent of London’s celebrated ‘squares’. A new, state of the art community centre sits at the heart of the development. u

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team of more than 70 KFH runners took part in the London Estate Agents 10k run organised by the charity on Sunday 7 June, running a route of ten kilometres around Regent’s Park.

Housing for Women is a charity and housing association that has been providing homes for London’s most vulnerable women for over 80 years.

They offer support by providing secure, affordable housing and related services to a wide range of women and children across the Capital.

Lee Watts, Managing Director at Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, comments: “We have been working with Housing for Women since early 2014, and took part in the charity run last year raising over £10,000.

“Many of our staff members got behind the cause, with more than 70 opting to run, and the rest raising funds for their colleagues, as well as through a number of other initiatives, including a cake sale and dress-down Friday at head office. The outcome has been phenomenal, with our staff helping to raise over £12,000, which the company then matched, helping to raise a total of £25,000 for Housing for Women.”

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OUR STAFF HELPED TO RAISE OVER £12,000, WHICH THE COMPANY THEN MATCHED, HELPING TO RAISE A TOTAL OF £25,000 FOR HOUSING FOR WOMEN

 kfh.co.uk

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Balham 020 8772 9373 balham@lauristons.com

Battersea 020 7978 5800 battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington 020 7385 2296 kennington@lauristons.com

Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney 020 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com

Wimbledon 020 8946 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com

Leasehold

The Candlemakers, Battersea SW11

ÂŁ2,100,000

An impressive four double bedroom penthouse apartment arranged over three floors in the thoughtfully designed and the superbly converted old Candlemakers Factory. This exclusive property beautifully combines the very best in contemporary design with effective use of space and light whilst retaining much of the building's historic character. An ideal place to entertain with three well-proportioned reception rooms which flow into each other and with its roof terraces offering outstanding and far reaching views over the London skyline. EPC EER C.

Battersea Sales: 020 7978 5800

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Havelock Road, Wimbledon SW19

Guide Price ÂŁ750,000

A well-presented three double bedroom semi-detached house situated on this popular tree lined residential road moments from the Haydons Road Thameslink station, one mile from Wimbledon town centre and 0.7 miles from the Northern line tube. Enjoying good decor throughout this light & airy home features a full width kitchen extension, large open plan living space, a 38' South facing rear garden with a large shed. With a number of highly regarded primary schools located a short distance from the property we feel this house would make a fantastic family home. EPC EER D.

Wimbledon Sales: 020 8946 9468

SOFreehold

Westleigh Avenue, Putney SW15

Guide Price ÂŁ854,950

This incredibly spacious three bedroom purpose built flat forms part of a highly regarded mansion block located just off Putney Hill and has the added benefit of allocated parking, a private garage and well-tended communal gardens. Both Putney Railway Station and East Putney tube are located within 0.4 and 0.6 miles respectively. Situated on the first floor, the accommodation comprises spacious entrance hall, large reception room with bay windows and fireplace, a fantastic dining room and a modern kitchen. EPC EER D.

Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

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Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney 020 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com

Wimbledon 020 8946 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com

Freehold

Kettering Street, Streatham SW16

Guide Price £585,000 - £610,000

This well presented Victorian mid terraced house benefits from original features including high ceilings and sash windows. This exceptional period property offers two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, modern bathroom, three bedrooms and an enclosed rear garden. The property is located in the sought after 'Furzedown' area, 0.4 miles from Streatham Common BR Station and 0.7 miles from Tooting BR Station, and is offered to the market with no forward chain. In our opinion this house would be the ideal first time buy. EPC EER D.

Balham Sales: 020 8772 9373

McCall Close, Clapham SW4

£2,058 pcm + fees*

A newly converted development by renowned developers Henley Homes on the site of the former Annie McCall Hospital. This fantastic two bedroom apartment features high ceilings, communal gardens, many retained character features and a high specification contemporary kitchen and bathroom. As one of the largest apartments in the development this property also boasts a private patio garden. Perfectly located for easy access into the city, Stockwell (Victoria Line) and Clapham North (Northern Line) stations are just 0.3 and 0.5 miles away respectively. EPC EER C.

Battersea Lettings: 020 7978 5800

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Pine Grove, Wimbledon SW19

ÂŁ4,500 pcm + fees*

Located on a peaceful residential road, this beautifully presented four bedroom detached town house offers wonderfully spacious accommodation with a modern interior. This property is in excellent condition throughout and is set out over three floors. It comprises a large master bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, three further double bedrooms and a modern family bathroom, a stylish living room on the first floor with a balcony, two further reception rooms on the ground floor and a brand new kitchen/breakfast room. The property also boasts a driveway and garage. EPC EER D.

Wimbledon Lettings: 020 8405 5340

Nine Elms Lane, Vauxhall SW8

ÂŁ3,000 pcm + fees*

This luxurious two bedroom, two bathroom apartment has a spacious living area with direct access to a private, large decked terrace with its own water fountain and panoramic views of the River Thames. The well maintained building boasts on site leisure facilities comprising of a spa, swimming pool, gym and sauna plus a separate shower and changing rooms. Just 850 yards from Vauxhall's transport hub, including rail, underground and buses as well as Vauxhall's recently introduced river taxi from St George Wharf pier. EPC EER C

Kennington Lettings: 020 7385 2296

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Battersea 020 7978 5800 battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington 020 7385 2296 kennington@lauristons.com

Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

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Freehold

Jacob Mews, Putney SW15

Prices from ÂŁ1,400,000

Jacob Mews is a new development of just 7, contemporary townhouses situated between Wandsworth Park and Putney High Street. These high quality homes have been designed for modern living with extensive entertaining and living space spread across 4 floors, with low maintenance private rear gardens and allocated off street parking. Jacob Mews is also a short walk from East Putney tube station, the town centre shops and amenities and the bustling river front. These stunning homes are available for immediate occupation, with no onward chain.

New Homes: 020 8879 9099

Leasehold

Elephant Park, Southwark SE17

Prices from ÂŁ527,000

Every aspect of Elephant Park is designed with your well-being in mind. The rich and varied parkland, which will include two pocket parks, delightful play areas and lush foliage, will enable you to experience central London living at its greenest. A central shopping street, dotted with cafes and places to buy specialties from independent artisans, and a new outdoor market planned for next door to Elephant Park are just some of the places you will be able to enjoy an afternoon of shopping.

New Homes: 020 8879 9099

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“Proving that BIG isn’t always better...”

Carlton Drive, SW15

£1,150 pcm

Quill Lane, SW15

£1,650 pcm

A recently refurbished studio apartment located in Central Putney and only a few minutes’ walk to both the Tube and Train stations as well as the High Street. This property boasts a modern fitted kitchen, a large L shaped lounge that allows for bed space and a beautiful tiled bathroom with shower.

A recently decorated two bedroom ground floor conversion flat, situated in this most sought after pedestrianised road in Central Putney. This flat would be most suited to those professionals who commute and wish to have most things at their door step for convenience. Available unfurnished.

Santos Road, SW18

Archway Street, SW13

£2,000 pcm

A beautifully presented two double bedroom maisonette located in the sought after East Putney grid area and within walking distance to East Putney tube and the high street. The property also offers state of the art lighting throughout and would be best suited for professionals.

£3,250 pcm

A truly stunning and unique three double bedroom house located on this quiet residential road and only a few moments to the train station and the village shops of Little Chelsea. Located within the catchment area of Barnes Primary School, this spectacular property is available unfurnished.

*Tenant Charges - Tenant should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £275 (Inc.VAT) per property and referencing charge of £55 (Inc VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply.

www.chamberlandres.co.uk | 020 8704 1313 lettings@chamberlandres.co.uk | sales@chamberlandres.co.uk 212 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 6TD

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HOLDEN STREET, BATTERSEA Fantastic example of a Shaftesbury cottage located on a leafy residential road a short walk from Clapham Junction station which has regular access into London Victoria and Waterloo. EPC = D.

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Dalmeny Avenue, Streatham SW16 A Victorian house with ornate decorative bay cladding carved to perfection.

£500,000 F/H • Original wood flooring • South East facing private garden • Three bedrooms • Energy Efficiency Rating C Contact Streatham 020 8768 6373

Dorchester Drive, Herne Hill SE24 An impressive, recently refurbished, detached five bedroom mock Tudor house.

£4,000 PCM • Five bedrooms • Recently refurbished • Original fireplaces • Energy Efficiency Rating F Contact Streatham 020 8768 6373 Standard Tenant Charges: £120 Agreement Fee - £90pp Reference Fee. Other fees may apply, visit acorn.ltd.uk/tenantfees for more information.

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£1,595,000

his beautiful Wisteriaclad three bedroom Victorian semidetached house has been thoughtfully extended and comprehensively refurbished to offer a contemporary design with a period feel. The ground floor of the property consists of a reception room with an open fireplace, a beautiful fitted kitchen/breakfast room and garden room with sliding doors opening onto the garden. To the rear of the property there is a lovely landscaped garden with decking, a water feature and mature shrubs. u  John D Wood & Co., Wimbledon 020 8944 7172; johndwood.co.uk

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Elm Quay Court, SW8

ÂŁ1,2750,000 leasehold

An exceptionally well presented two double bedroom apartment located in this sought after riverside development.

Situated on the fifth floor with direct river views this apartment comes finished to an exceptionally high standard. The apartment comprises of an open plan fully fitted kitchen/reception room leading out to a private balcony with stunning views of the City and River Thames. The property further benefits from a master bedroom with en-suite and built in wardrobes, a second double bedroom and a family bathroom.

Henry Wiltshire Internatonal Nine Elms

020 3696 5620

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St George Wharf, SW8

£1,000 per week (plus fees)

This superb three bedroom twelth floor property within the eye catching St George Wharf development on the edge of the Nine Elms regeneration area.

The property is beautifully presented and boasts stunning views of the river Thames and into central London. The accommodation includes an entrance hallway with ample storage, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, breakfast area off kitchen with access to rear balcony, large lounge with second balcony and river views, three double bedrooms with master having an en-suite and further family bathroom.

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Henry Wiltshire Internatonal Nine Elms

020 3696 5620

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DRAKEFIELD ROAD, SW17

5/6 BEDROOMS, 3/4 RECEPTION ROOMS AND 50’ SOUTH WEST-FACING GARDEN CONTACT: WANDSWORTH COMMON 020 8672 9077 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/WandsworthCommon

£2,350,000 FREEHOLD

THE PROPERTY Totalling approximately 3,500 sq.ft. this beautifully presented and fully extended terraced Victorian house is situated in a highly regarded road forming part of the Heaver Estate. The ground floor has been laid out for elegant entertaining space whilst the lower ground floor provides less formal use. Upstairs there are six bedrooms and three bathrooms, including the master suite with huge walk in shower, free standing bath and twin hand basins.

THE AREA Built at the end of the 19th century, the Heaver Estate was originally described as ‘The finest estate in London’. Comprising mainly substantial family houses it is ideally located between Balham and Tooting Bec, both offering a huge selection of independent shops, bars and restaurants, and unrivalled transport facilities. The open spaces of Tooting Bec Common border the Southern end of the estate.

info@jacksonsestateagents.com | www.jacksonsestateagents.com

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SHIPKA ROAD, SW12

2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND REAR GARDEN CONTACT: BALHAM 020 8675 6565 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Balham

£749,950 LEASEHOLD

A modern two bedroom ground floor flat presented in good condition throughout and situated in a popular road in the heart of Balham. A huge variety of local shops, bars and restaurants are virtually on the doorstep, including the Sainsbury’s and Waitrose supermarkets. The master bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, and the reception room both have double doors opening on to the private rear garden.

RAVENSBURY ROAD, SW18

4 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND 30’ GARDEN

CONTACT: EARLSFIELD 020 8971 7070 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Earlsfield

£635 PER WEEK

A beautifully presented Edwardian terraced house situated in a popular road close to the centre of Earlsfield. The accommodation is laid out over three floors including the top floor bedroom with en-suite bathroom and Juliet balcony. To the rear is a very attractive, low maintenance garden.

Earlsfield town centre is now a hub of activity with many shops, bars and restaurants, as well as the mainline railway station with frequent services

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3 BEDROOMS, 2 RECEPTION ROOMS AND POTENTIAL TO EXTEND CONTACT: BATTERSEA 020 7924 2255 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Battersea

£1,150,000 FREEHOLD

THE PROPERTY A well maintained and presented Victorian terraced house situated in a popular road close to the open spaces of Clapham Common. Whilst perfectly comfortable as is, there is huge potential to extend both into the loft space and side return if desired, subject to the usual consents.

THE AREA Battersea was one of the first areas ‘South of the River’ to undergo a period of regeneration in the 1970’s. Now firmly established, the area offers all the advantages expected of an inner London suburb. Transport communications are excellent, with Clapham Junction a hub to hundreds of destinations. The local shops, bars and restaurants are mixed and varied, there are many open green spaces and the choice of schools is huge.

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2 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/RECEPTION ROOM CONTACT: WANDSWORTH 020 8875 8899 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Wandsworth

£550,000 LEASEHOLD

A second floor modern apartment situated within a corner plot development with lift access, a parking space, storage locker and a communal roof terrace. Well presented throughout, the flat is only a short walk from Wandsworth Town railway station and the boutique shops, restaurants and bars of Old York Road.

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3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS AND COMMUNAL GARDEN CONTACT: BALHAM 020 8675 6565 | www.jacksonsestateagents.com/Balham

£650 PER WEEK

Occupying the entire ground floor of a substantial Victorian property, a delightful flat with elegantly proportioned rooms with high ceilings and period features. To the rear is a 135’ x 70’ communal garden. Trinity Crescent is a highly regarded road made up of properties of varying architectural styles. Tooting Bec, Balham town centre and Wandsworth Common are all close at hand.

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R O U N D TA B L E

ROBERT BARTLETT CEO Chestertons

Q3 Preview

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Conservative majority seems to have translated into property owners in Central London believing the value of their property has shot up 25% or more in just a few days. Sadly, not! Actually, I suspect that Prime Central London (PCL) values will have continued to fall as fewer overseas buyers look at London as offering value. Expect Q3 to offer up the same. High valuations from agents desperate to win stock will see disappointed vendors’ properties languishing in the market place as we enter the wintery months of Q4.

PCL property is still in shock from the Stamp Duty hikes of last December. There are very few properties that fall under the £935K threshold (the point at which life became more expensive). Coupled with a strong pound relative to the euro, it will take a while yet before most buyers will think there is value to be had in PCL. Meanwhile, those savvy owners who bought in 2009-2012 will be taking huge gains when they do sell. With the prospect of higher capital gains taxes arising in the autumn statement, Q3

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Online or traditional agent?

Save yourself some fees and lose in the value obtained for your property. I’d rather pay 2% to a good agent rather than lose 10-20% in capital value. It’s probably that simple! I have yet to see an online agent going to best or finals or telling stories of multiple bids from buyers! Pay peanuts, get monkeys! ◆

vendors and landlords are not over-ambitious about house prices over the coming months.

The Euro referendum, the situation in Greece, and instability in the Middle East create global nervousness and will continue to be a challenge, but London is seen as a safe haven with political stability.

An ever-increasing challenge is time management.

London needs to be open for business 24/7 to deal with its global audience and its constant need for communication. Everyone needs a work/life balance but customer care and providing an excellent service is key.

With the economy and confidence in UK Plc growing, we anticipate growth in both the lettings and the sales markets, not only in London but also in the regions. In particular, we predict that the Crossrail effect will impact positively on property prices along the route. London is regenerating in many areas, including Stratford, Bermondsey, Kings Cross, Battersea, Victoria, and Earl’s Court. It is very fulfilling to be working on key schemes in these areas. We will be opening our Nine Elms office in August, which is the first new office in our imminent growth plans. ◆

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ne of the biggest challenges this year has been managing clients’ expectations, both prior to the election and since the Conservatives’ victory, when it comes to marketing and achievable prices. It will take some time for us to truly gauge the effect of stamp duty reforms so it is essential that O

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s I write, I think that the high end market in Prime Central London is still taking stock following the surprise election result at the beginning of May. People were genuinely caught off guard and because of this, I don’t think people had planned for moves that they may now consider. As such, the market hasn’t quite come alive in the way we initially hoped it could have done.

Transactions levels are up in the last few days but realistically anyone serious about selling must ensure that their asking price remains competitive. It’s still an undecided market – those that need to move are doing so – but many are continuing to adopt a ‘wait and see’ approach.

Fulham is thriving and our office in SW6 did several deals last week between £1.5m and £2.5m. It’s a two-tier market and the tier above £2m is a little stickier. I think we’ll stay in a state of flux for the next three months until the September market when more people will have their plans in order to buy or sell. There are lots of capable buyers in the market place at the moment, but they are in no particular rush unless they are looking to secure a unique, trophy

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residence that will not stay on the market for long. That said, the properties we currently have on our books are exceedingly good – we probably have the best quality stock that we’ve ever had on the market right now. So those who are capable of moving should do so now before the next wave of competition in spring.

We are predicting 3.5% growth in PCL throughout the rest of 2015 from May onwards, up from 0% from January to May before the election.

In terms of challenges, there are huge demographic pressures in London with not enough quality prime new developments underway. International buyers are increasingly prepared to look outside of the ‘Golden’ postcodes and alter their view of where is acceptable to buy to find what they are looking for. Our London residential development team are already seeing the benefit of this.

Flats remain the number one property of choice, but mews and character houses will always have cachet in the right locations.

Every property is saleable, it just comes down to them being priced correctly. Time-poor buyers prefer immaculate, readyto-move into properties – those that are neither of these or are completely unmodernised are the hardest sales to achieve. ◆

INTERNATIONAL BUYERS ARE PREPARED TO LOOK OUTSIDE THE GOLDEN POSTCODES CHARLIE WILLIS

RENTAL VALUES IN PCL CONTINUE TO CLIMB & ANNUAL RENTAL GROWTH ROSE TO 4.2% IN MAY

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as part of a seasonal trend among students, families and corporate tenants. Demand has remained strong in markets including Marylebone and Hyde Park particularly in lower price brackets, suggesting companies and private renters are still cost conscious despite the improving economy. ◆

mood of hesitation around the election combined with the recent bank holidays meant a slow second quarter compared to last year in what was a stop start market with lower levels of prospective tenants and viewings. But despite the recent dip, rental values in prime central London continue to climb and annual rental growth rose to 4.2% in May, the highest rate since December 2011. It compares to a decline of 1.4% this time last year and the positive upwards momentum over the last year has been driven by the recovering UK economy and the transfer of demand from the sales market ahead of the general election.

As a key driver of demand, the health of the UK financial services sector remains an area of risk for the prime central London lettings market. Banks including HSBC are reviewing whether to remain domiciled in the UK against the background of an EU referendum by 2017 and a debate over whether Chancellor George Osborne should curb the bank levy.

Financial markets received a boost in May with more than £50 billion added to the value of companies listed on the London Stock Exchange the day following the election and whilst prime central lettings is operating against an increasingly positive economic backdrop, it hasn’t fully hit its stride in 2015.

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he clear political outcome of the 8th May seems to have taken most by surprise, not expecting such a beneficial outcome for the property market. There was, of course, a sudden increase in activity immediately after the result, which soon settled to return to normal market conditions, although still with a layer of caution. The new homes market had a more delayed response, only picking up in the first week of June. We do expect a positive third quarter, with deferred demand flowing back into the market. Vendors who had hesitated are bringing their properties to the market with greater confidence, especially in Prime Central London with

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the concern regarding a mansion tax removed from the market. With record low interest rates and mortgages, employment levels high and the FTSE in a good position; these suggest an opportune time to buy.

Despite increased stock and activity, we do not anticipate a strong and sudden uptick in prices, which would be unsustainable. Rather, we expect to see an improvement in the turnover and volume of sales, assuming both vendor and purchaser expectations can be aligned. Well located and good quality properties will, as always, sell well. In the long term, the restored market confidence needs to be considered in light of the situation prior to the period of pre-election uncertainty. Prime London markets were looking much more fully priced than the rest of the UK, and now have to operate in a relatively high tax environment given the stamp duty increases in December last year, which will take time to be fully absorbed. Nonetheless, our Research department forecasts a strong market, with a price growth over the next five years in Prime Central London of 25.5 per cent. ◆

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EPC: D

Southfields, SW18 £4,250 pcm Unfurnished (Charges apply)* A stunning contemporary four bedroom property with south west facing garden and off street parking, on exclusive development between Southfields and Putney. EPC: C

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Putney Plaza is the perfect location from which to enjoy one of London’s most desirable villages.

Century House is the latest release of just eighteen 2 bedroom apartments and penthouses with bespoke designed kitchens by Siematic, fully integrated Miele appliances and luxury Villeroy & Boch sanitaryware to all bathrooms & ensuites. Residents will also enjoy a 24 hour concierge service, private residents’ gym & a landscaped central courtyard.* PRICES IN CENTURY HOUSE FROM £690,000 READY FOR OCCUPATION IN SEPTEMBER FURTHER 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS FROM £665,000

Contact us on 0208 788 5217 to arrange your exclusive appointment.

Open Mon, Thurs & Fri 10am - 6pm, Sat & Sun 10am - 4pm.

Hamptons International, 184 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH

www.putneyplaza.co.uk Computer generated images of Putney Plaza are indicative only. Prices are correct at time of print.

Travel times are approximate only. Map not to scale. Occupation dates are estimates only. *Available first upon full completion of development which is estimated for Q2 2016.

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A substantial detached family house, built in the early Edwardian era, with a 44 Ft west facing garden and ample off street parking in prime West Putney.

Detached freehold house | Edwardian period features | Prime West Putney location | 44 Ft west facing garden | 2967 Sq Ft | Off street parking for two cars | Large entrance hallway | Two large reception rooms | Large kitchen / Breakfast room | Six bedrooms |Three bathrooms | EPC rating F

Tideswell Road, SW15 ÂŁ2,100,000

A charming and highly characterful three bedroom, two bathroom Victorian cottage located in this quiet and attractive cul-de-sac in central Putney.

Freehold Victorian terraced cottage | 25 Ft double reception room | Eat in kitchen/breakfast room | Downstairs cloakroom with shower | Master bedroom | Two further bedrooms | Family bathroom | 65 Ft private rear garden | Mature landscaping | Off street parking | Central Putney location | EPC rating D

Stratford Grove, SW15 ÂŁ1,450,000

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This exceptionally spacious six bedroom family home offers over 3,600 square feet of accommodation and enjoys a convenient and central location.

Over 3,600 Sq Ft of accommodation | Entrance hallway | 30 Ft family room | Reception Room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom | Double bedroom with en-suite shower room | Four further double bedrooms | Three shower rooms | Cloakroom | West facing garden | Rear views over Putney Lawn Tennis Club | Very convenient location | EPC rating C

Carmalt Gardens, SW15 ÂŁ2,400,000

Offering over 1,480 sq ft of accommodation this is a very well presented four bedroom mansion block apartment located on the top floor. This lovely flat offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout.

1,483 Sq Ft | Top floor four bedroom apartment | Wood panelled entrance hallway | Double reception room with southerly aspect | Three double bedrooms | Study/bedroom four | Double glazed throughout | Off street parking | Garage | 12 acres of communal grounds | Estate office and porterage | Lift | EPC rating D

Manor Field, SW15 ÂŁ1,200,000

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Percy Laurie House, SW15

£625,000

Rosbury House, SW15

£550,000

713 Sq Ft | First floor | Entrance hallway | Open plan kitchen/ reception | Double bedroom with ensuite | Shower room | Further double bedroom | Bathroom | Storage | South facing | Allocated parking space | Convenient location | EPC rating B

Kitchen/breakfast room | Reception room | Downstairs cloakroom | Three double bedrooms | Family bathroom | Private west facing garden | Communal gardens | Off street parking |Quiet location | EPC rating C

Putney Bridge Road, SW18

Erpingham Road, SW15

£850,000

Split level period maisonette | Three double bedrooms | 1495 Sq Ft with potential to extend (subject to the necessary consents) | Study/nursery room | Reception | Two bathrooms | Balcony | South facing garden | Private front door | Chain free | EPC rating E

£1,595,000

Victorian freehold house | 1780 Sq Ft | Superbly designed and appointed kitchen/breakfast room | Double reception room | Spectacular downstairs W.C. | Easy to maintain landscaped private rear garden with composite decking | Four double bedrooms | Two bathrooms | EPC rating C

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Borneo Street, SW15

£4,500 PCM

Victorian terraced freehold house | 2055 Sq Ft | Large master bedroom | Four further double bedrooms | Private West facing garden | Large double reception room | Extended kitchen breakfast room | Cellar | Downstairs W.C. | Prime West Putney location | EPC rating C

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£3,500 PCM

Elegant family home | Double reception room | Kitchen/dining room | Four bedrooms | En-suite shower room | Family bathroom | Guest W.C. | Cellar/utility room | Private garden | Superb location | EPC rating E | Tenant fees apply

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Private gated development | Spectacular kitchen/dining/ reception | Four bedrooms | Two ensuite shower rooms | Family bathroom | Guest W.C | Private garden | 3 off-street parking spaces | Moments from River Thames | Close to local schools | EPC rating C | Tenant fees apply

Bangalore Street, SW15

Fairfax Mews, SW15

£4,500 PCM

Five double bedroom mews house | Large reception room | Modern kitchen/dining room | Conservatory | Master suite | Guest suite | Three further bedrooms | Family bathroom | Patio garden | Gated development | Short walk to high street | EPC rating C | Tenant fees apply

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BUILDS LONDON’S NEWEST DEVELOPMENTS

THE PAVEMENT  SW4

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antell & Co are delighted as sole agents to offer for sale an existing residential development site circa 5000 sq ft with planning approved for mixed use development.

Combining A3 commercial circa 3000 sq ft, 3 x 2 bedroom apartments circa 2000 sq ft, with additional land to the rear.

Located in Clapham Common Old Town opposite Clapham Common with an outlook across to the paddling pool and Trinity Church. The site offers further scope for development potential, subject to the usual consents. u  Cantell & Co 020 8940 7373; cantellandco.com

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PARK HEIGHTS  SW9

£435,000

esigned by award winning architects PRP, Park Heights is a soaring new landmark in Stockwell, SW9. This impressive urban tower will create a striking new focal point and act as a beacon of sustainable metropolitan living in one of the most desirable parts of London. With a choice of one or two bedrooms, Park Heights sets its sights higher than anywhere else in the neighbourhood. Spacious balconies to all apartments,

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breath-taking views of London and an attractive residents’ roof terrace are matched with concierge facilities and a new garden square. u  Park Heights 0844 809 2026; parkHeightssw9.co.uk

KING EDWARD VII ESTATE  GU29, Midhurst

£1,250,000

uilt in 1901, the King Edward VII Estate was designed to serve as a sanatorium, and was opened by King Edward VII. Having lain empty for years since it officially closed, the estate has now been given a new lease of life, with City &

Country fully restoring and converting the majestic Grade II and II* listed buildings and the gardens.

This stunning three bedroom apartment, located in the Grade II* Listed King Edward VII Sanatorium, has a vast external terrace

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overlooking the gardens and the South Downs National Park. Haslemere station is a 15 minute drive away, with trains to London, Waterloo in 49 minutes. u  City & Country 01730 817979, cityandcountry.co.uk

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BUY IN SW9, ZONE 2 WITH JUST 5% DEPOSIT

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Luxury apartments adjacent to the new Mostyn Park, all with private outside space and within walking distance of Oval and Stockwell stations.

• Landmark Regeneration Scheme

• Brand new 2.8 hectare park

• High quality contemporary specification

• Links to Bank and the West End within 10 minutes

• Private balcony or terrace to every apartment

2 bed apartments from £499,000

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Introducing King Edward VII Estate, an exquisite collection of one to five bedroom converted and new houses and apartments set in 165 acres of woodland.

Take advantage of the on-site swimming pool, gym, tennis court or cafe/shop* or take a stroll along the 6km of walks around the estate.

CIT Y & COUNTRY SHOW HOME

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MILLGATE | CROW N WOOD

THE FOR MER DINING HALL , NOW THE COMMUNAL R ESIDENTS’ LOUNGE

King Edward VII Estate is ideally located for London commuters, with a daily shuttle bus to Haslemere Station*, or as a second home for those wishing to enjoy the local area’s world renowned country pursuits.

SHOW HOMES NOW AVAILABLE TO VIEW PR ICE GUIDE £175,000 TO £1,975,000 FOR AN APPOINTMENT, CALL 01730 81 79 79

VISITOR CENTRE OPEN DAILY 10 AM TO 5 PM

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Prices correct at time of publication but are subject to change without notice. *Subject to demand and stage of development.

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET

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LETTINGS LONDON’S BEST LETS

ELSENHAM STREET  SW18

£807 P e r We e k

his stunning, recently refurbished, four bedroom family house covering in excess of 1850 sq ft of stylish living, is situated on the popular Southfields Grid a few moments from the shops, restaurants and Underground station (district line). The ground floor comprises a fabulous, fully extended kitchen/family room with bi folding doors which open fully onto a large South West facing garden with a play area at the far end. There is also a lovely reception room, cloakroom and great built in storage. The first floor has three double bedrooms, family bathroom and the loft has been converted to form a large master bedroom with a dressing room and en suite shower room. u  Douglas & Gordon, Southfields and Earlsfield 020 8874 8844; douglasandgordon.com

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HENDHAM ROAD IS ONE OF THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER ROADS IN THE AREA AND IS SITUATED ONLY A SHORT DISTANCE FROM WANDSWORTH COMMON AND A PLETHORA OF AMENITIES

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HENDHAM ROAD  SW17

£950 P e r We e k

stunning five bedroom house that is ideally located within easy reach of Wandsworth Common.

The ground floor comprises a double reception room with hardwood floors and spacious dining area, the hallway then houses a downstairs cloakroom and utility area leading onto a beautifully fitted kitchen/ breakfast room with American style double fridge and doors leading onto a beautifully presented, low maintenance private rear garden. The first floor has the master bedroom, with ample built in storage, dressing table and immaculate

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en-suite four piece bathroom suite. There is also a further guest bedroom at the rear of the house and a family bathroom. The second floor has two further double bedrooms and a fifth room that is ideal as a nursery or office. The house has access to a cellar and an off street parking space. Hendham

Road is one of the most sought after roads in the area and is situated only a short distance from Wandsworth Common and the plethora of amenities the area has to offer. u  Jacksons, Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077; jacksonsestateagents.com

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20TH FLOOR, PRIVATE RESIDENTS ROOF TERRACE

NOW SELLING A striking addition to the dynamic London skyline, Park Heights offers a premium specification, balconies to all apartments, panoramic views across the city and all within 10 minutes walk of Stockwell Station*.

MARKETING SUITE:

Open 7 days a week , 10am – 5pm

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Bangalore Street SW15 ÂŁ1,675,000 Freehold West Putney Sales 020 8785 6666 | wputneysales@dng.co.uk

South

Balham

Battersea

North

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Fulham

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A substantial five bedroom home arranged over 2,380 sq.ft. The property boasts extremely well-proportioned family living space, with a loft extension, large basement and wonderful garden.

Clapham

East Putney

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), Double reception room, Kitchen, Converted basement, Garden, Eaves storage, EPC: C

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

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Bolingbroke Grove SW11 ÂŁ1,200,000 Share of Freehold Battersea Sales 020 7924 2000 | battsales@dng.co.uk

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A unique warehouse style apartment located on the ground floor of this much admired building on Bolingbroke Grove.

Covering 1,455 sq.ft. of living and entertaining space with the advantage of a south-west facing garden.

3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Open-plan kitchen/ reception room, Patio garden, EPC: D

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Battersea Park Road SW11 £895,000 Leasehold Battersea Park Sales 020 7720 8077 | battpksales@dng.co.uk

Wandle Road SW17 £845,000 Share of Freehold Balham Sales 020 8673 0191 | balhamsales@dng.co.uk

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Balham

Battersea

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Fulham

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Set within a Grade II listed Victorian school conversion is this immaculately presented apartment. Stretching to 1,100 sq.ft. the property features fantastic double height ceilings in the open-plan living space.

Double bedroom, Bathroom, Open-plan kitchen/reception room, Ground floor, EPC: C

Situated on this sought-after road is this stunning two bedroom garden flat. The property has been refurbished to a very high standard throughout and boasts a 43 ft. landscaped garden.

2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), Reception room, Kitchen, Landscaped garden, EPC: C

Clapham

East Putney

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

Pimlico & Westminster

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Bedgebury Gardens SW19 ÂŁ850,000 Leasehold Southfields Sales 020 8874 8822 | sthfldssales@dng.co.uk

Oakhill Road SW15 ÂŁ425,000 Leasehold East Putney Sales 020 8788 3000 | putneysales@dng.co.uk

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A cleverly redesigned and stylish, splitlevel apartment with views towards Wimbledon Park. The property boasts a 75 ft. south west facing garden to the rear of the property, with trees at the end to protect privacy.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Open-plan kitchen/reception space, 75 ft. southwest facing garden, EPC: C

A beautifully presented one bedroom flat situated in a handsome period conversion. The property has been cleverly designed, completely utilising the available space to create a stylish and practical flat.

Bedroom, Bathroom, Open-plan reception room/kitchen, Built-in storage, EPC: C

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Macduff Road SW11 £1,250 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished Battersea Park Lettings 020 7498 5243 | battpklets@dng.co.uk

Elms Crescent SW4 £925 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished Clapham Lettings 020 8675 0888 | claphamlets@dng.co.uk

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Balham

Battersea

North

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Fulham

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A great family house on the popular Macduff Road which runs between Battersea Park Road and Prince of Wales Drive. The house is ideally located for local schools, Newton Prep and Thomas's.

5 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Patio garden, EPC: E

An immaculately presented family home in the popular Abbeville Village close to Clapham Common. The property which is split over three floors has original features and wooden floors throughout.

4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Cloakroom, Cellar, Garden, EPC: F

Clapham

East Putney

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

Pimlico & Westminster

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Berber Road SW11 £860 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished Battersea Lettings 020 7924 2002 | battlets@dng.co.uk

Lower Richmond Road SW15 £784 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk

A neutrally decorated family home offering generous living and entertaining space. The property has been finished to a high standard throughout and boasts a pretty paved garden.

3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), Double reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cloakroom, Cellar, Garden, EPC: D

This newly renovated terrace house has been finished to an incredibly high standard. The property offers original features mixed with modern fittings throughout and a stunning landscaped front garden, private patio.

4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/ breakfast room, Private patio, Landscaped front garden, EPC: D

Good to know... *An initial one-off tenancy agreement fee of £240 (inc VAT) per property and a £45 (inc VAT) referencing charge per person will apply. At the end of the tenancy an inventory check-out fee will be charged, this amount will depend on the size of the property and whether it is furnished/unfurnished.

For more details visit www.douglasandgordon.com/tenants/infoandcharges

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