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EDITOR’S LETTER

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Fashion editor Charlotte Adsett rounds up the hottest trends to try this fall

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Diary dates for September

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BEAR’S URBAN WILDERNESS

Adrenaline junkie Bear Grylls on finding adventure in his home life

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September’s best beauty buys and reviews

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This month’s hottest trends and products

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Time for a wardrobe overhaul with this month’s AW15 fashion shoot

TABLE TALK

Alcoholic Architecture and cocktails at On Blackheath plus much more

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EDITOR’S letter

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o matter how old I get and how distant my teenage years begin to feel, I have never been able to shake off the idea of September as the start of the year. Back to school, back to university, the end of summer – it’s the perfect time to make a change, whether it be your wardrobe, your address or your diet.

Luckily, we have suggestions for all of these in our brand new September issue.

If it’s a sartorial overhaul you’re looking for, take a look at this month’s fashion shoot – ‘The Autumn Edit’ – on page 20, to make sure you stand out from the London Fashion Week crowd.

Those wanting to give their home a makeover rather than their wardrobe should turn to page 62 to discover this month’s hottest interior trends. Here’s a hint: Scandi is out and kitsch is in.

Overhauling your diet is no mean feat but with advice from our foodie experts on page 48, you’ll find the whole experience of ‘clean eating’ fun rather than fraught. Which is not to say you

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can’t indulge your sweet tooth this autumn with recipes from All Things Marshmallows on page 43.

If you are a truly dedicated follower of fashion, chase Fashion Week all the way to New York in style with La Compagnie – the new boutique airline where business class is the only option.

Read more on page 54.

Finally, anyone wanting to leave the city behind and go totally off-grid can find no better inspiration than our lead interviewee Bear Grylls. Find out how the urban jungle compares to, well, the actual jungle on page 12.

I hope you enjoy the issue. Ciao! ◆

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TOTALLY THAMES

1 - 3 0 Se p t e m b e r Al o ng the T ha m es his month-long event will bring a new T lease of life to the Thames stretch with all manner of river-related events.

With the Greenwich area hosting events like the Royal Greenwich Tall Ships Festival and the Lady Daphne cruise, Totally Thames promises an abundance of family fun and boats galore. u Greenwich; totallythames.org

LONDON ORCHESTRA PROJECT

On Blackheath

6 Se p t e m b e r B l a c k he a th Ha ll s njoy an evening of explosive sound E from the The London Orchestra Project as they celebrate their launch with aconcert. Principal players include those from the BBC Symphony Orchestra, the Royal Ballet Sinfonia and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, so this is going to be great. u 23 Lee Road, SE3; trinitylaban.ac.uk

12-13 September Dartmouth F ield

Why travel to the countryside for your festival fix when this weekend of live music and good food has you covered? With performances from the likes of Madness, Kelis and Dynamo and two course banquets cooked by celebrity chefs such as the Hemsley sisters and Gennaro Contaldo, On Blackheath promises to be a brilliant, entertaining and delicious day out.

Dartmouth Field, SE3; onblackheath.com

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OPEN HOUSE LONDON

1 9 – 2 0 Se p t e m b e r O l d Ro y a l Na va l C o ll e ge ver wondered what lies behind the E walls of the Old Royal Naval College? Wonder no more! For two days only, the house will be opening it’s doors to guests and visitors to show off the intriguing and richly historic grounds and gardens. u King William Walk, SE10; ornc.org

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ASTRONOMERS UNBOUND

24 Se p t e m b e r Ro y a l O bs e r va to r y o celebrate the International Year of Light, T and the centenary of Albert Einstein’s General Theory of Relativity, this event offers a scientific insight into a wealth of solar secrets. Hosted by Brendan Owens, the evening will take you on a visual voyage to discover the forecasting of ‘space weather’ and will talk about how we understand the sun and it’s effect on Earth. ◆ Blackheath Avenue, SE10; rmg.co.uk

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Get into the swing of things Courtlauld-style. Famous for their opulent parties, this event gives you the chance to learn the art of party hosting and experience the music and dance of the 1930s. Taking place in the art deco mansion, Eltham Palace, you won’t want this day – characterized by the grandeur of society jamborees – to end.

26 Se pte m be r T rafalgar Ta ve rn ubbed ‘a night to remember’, Trafalgar Tavern will be D hosting this popular night of 70s and 80s soul, funk and disco.

Aimed for those who remember the years of the night fever, this night will kick off with Carwash and Le Freak choreographer-led dance routines before moving on to music by DJ Lord Anthony and DJ Da’Lynne.

Unashamedly retro and oozing with nostalgic fun. ◆ Park Row, SE10; haventstoppeddancingyet.co.uk

Eltham Palace and Gardens, SE9; english-heritage.org.uk

PLAY OF THE MONTH

THE TALENTED MR RIPLEY 1 -5 Se p t e m b e r Gre e nw i c h T h e atre elebrating the 60th anniversary of the famed novel’s publication, this production see’s Tom Ripley use his expert talents for impersonation. Expertedly forging signatures and telling lies to impress his newfound friend Dickie Greenleaf, we look on as the friendship progresses into something more of an obsession. Tom’s talents become psychologically troublesome

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and not without their dangerous consequences. Bringing a fresh new light on Patricia Highsmith's thriller, the multiaward winning ensemble, The Faction, perfectly adopt this story of ambition, escapism and murder. ◆ Greenwich Theatre, SE10; greenwichtheatre.org.uk

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BEAR’S Urban Wilder ne ss

He’s been known to drink his own urine, scoff scorpions and sleep in a carcass but Bear Grylls is also a family man I n t e r v i e w C A M I L L A D AV I E S

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ometimes a TV star’s tough guy image seeps into the public consciousness.

But former SAS man Bear Grylls, the face of Mission Survive, The Island and Escape From Hell, can’t help but give off the niceguy vibe. According to Bear, it’s not about the brawn: anyone with their wits about them can become a survivor. “Knowledge is such an important tool for survival, but a real key to it is about heart, the determination to keep going despite the pain. And that’s in all of us, it’s how we’re made,” he says.

Bear himself learnt his survival instincts from an early age, exploring at weekends with his dad before joining the Scouts – today his official title is Chief Scout – and then the military. A back injury forced him to leave the army but after an impressively fast recovery, by the age of 23 he had succeeded in his goal of climbing Mount Everest, making him the youngest Brit to do so. “Survival is in us all, it takes a bit of scratching beneath the surface to find. And also practice.

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SURVIVAL is in all of is – it JUST TAKES

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BENEATH THE SURFACE to find

The more you get used to hardships and discomfort the better you become at coping with it. It’s definitely in everyone, it’s just about grit and heart.”

Of course, some people are more prone to the adventure bug than others.

It seems Bear can’t stay still for long, and even at home he isn’t quite on solid ground, choosing to live on a barge along the Thames. “The houseboat is a great way of being in London,” he says. “You don’t necessarily feel like you are stuck in the middle of a big city and yeah, I love it. It’s a really good community, great views…”

The idea of Bear in a semi-detached redbrick doesn’t quite compute, anyway.

His waterside home is his rest spot to recover from his stays in the wild. “We originally bought it when I was leaving the army and I got married. We were pretty broke and it was a fun way of us being in London.” Even now, three children on, the couple show no signs of jumping ship. “Many years later, we still don’t feel any temptation to go and get a big house in London. We love it, it is a wonderful thing in our lives and we’ll always love it.” If the family want to get somewhere quickly, their mode of transport sure beats the tube. “We have a little speed boat tied to the side and it’s a great way to be in London.”

Bear may be a London boy, but he also owns St Tudwal's, a Welsh island, just off the South Caernarvonshire coast – which many would consider an unusual holiday home. He also spends time in the heart of TV world, Los Angeles. “But when we’re in London, we love it,” he says firmly. “We try to film during term time when the boys are at school… I try to be pretty disciplined about taking days off when they are at home, saying no to all the other fluff.”

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Bear may crave time at home, but he’s aware that his 9-5 is very different to most Londoners’ jobs. “It’s never felt like a job. I love it, I work with my best friends, I get to travel the world, so I feel super lucky,” Bear grins. “I’ll probably pick up a few more scars and a few more aches and pains along the way but I’ll try and keep on going for as long as I can.”

Tenacity is an important skill in Bear’s line of work, but he admits there have been times where he’s worried about where an adventure will be leading him. He says that the goal of any show he presents is always getting home in one piece. “There has been a tonne [of accidents], from parachute failures to being caught in rapids, chased by sharks

and crocodiles... but again I try to focus on the good times, the times it worked out. I always say to the crew that you only get it wrong once. If there is doubt, then there is no doubt, stop and we’ll reassess, no ego, we’ll find another way round it.

It’s actually about getting it right rather than wrong.”

He knows better than to be reckless – whether it’s swimming too close to crocodiles or simply biting the head off a tick. “Because we film so much of it, we are pretty smart as a team about managing risk and we’ve all learned the thing about no egos and bravado when we film. We make quiet, smart good

decisions, but once we decide on something we really go for it and throw ourselves into it.”

Of course, occupational hazards do come with the job - otherwise Joe Public would be harpooning his dinner and frying beetles for an afternoon snack.

“There is a tinge of recklessness that the wild demands, but I think the skill is knowing how to use that and when to use it,” Bear says. “But essentially, if we were just reckless in the stupid sense we wouldn’t still be here. It’s reckless in the sense that it does demand a little bravery pill to do something, but that is a kind of recklessness that is healthy. But as the crew say, we used to be 100% reckless and now we’re 70% reckless, so that is good progress.”

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Bear’s survival tips spread far and wide; from what to eat when you’re trapped in the wild to how to create a sleeping bag out of a dead animal and so forth. For urbanites in the capital however, perhaps his best life lesson is one that applies on a day to day level: to never give up. “That is at the heart of a great survivor… Everything else can be learned but the real heart of great survival, whether it’s in the jungle or everyday life, is to hang on in there.” u Bear Grylls has just launched the Bear Grylls Survival Race: an event designed to empower people to test and extend their adventure fitness. The inaugural BG Survival Races will take place in London, October 3-4, 2015. beargryllssurvivalrace.com

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MADE TO MEASURE Malene Birger’s Autumn Winter 2015 collection takes inspiration from classic men’s clothing with tailored tuxedo shirts and two-piece suits that all tick the masculine suiting trend. bymalenebirger.com

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SHAKE IT OFF Alexander White

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A new name to watch this season is rising shoe designer Alexander White. An alumnus from Cordwainers College, White set up his eponymous label last year and offers a covetable line of timeless styles with a modern twist. We adore these 'Cleo' tassel sandals £450; alexanderwhitelondon.com

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MIDI DRESSES The midi length dress is the perfect transitional piece

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Maria Black has fast become the jewellery designer du jour with the fash-pack and celebrities such as Rita Ora and Rihanna. Known for her minimalist precious metal pieces, Maria’s rings and earrings are intended to be interchangeable: wear yours stacked, mismatched or solo. ‘Fay Wray’ 18ct Gold Diamond Ring, £960; maria-black.com

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We’re seriously coveting the second drop of Alexa Chung’s 1960s and 1970s inspired collection for denim brand AG. Standout pieces include corduroy flares and printed silk blouses - plus that sell-out button down mini skirt from the summer is back and is now also available in a longer A-line midi length for autumn.

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THE ART OF THE SCARF Liberty

Arthur Lasenby Liberty first opened his store in 1875, and from then on ‘Liberty’ has become synonymous with scarves. Delving into the rich and historical archive, the Liberty London design team has re-worked classic floral prints to create an abstract collection celebrating the iconic emporium’s 140th birthday.

Scarves from £195-£525; in-store and at liberty.co.uk

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01. MARNI Crepe dress £1,010; net-a-porter.com 02. JONATHAN SAUNDERS Cotton shirtdress £675; matchesfashion.com 03. VALENTINO Silk & lace dress £5,205; mytheresa.com 04. VILSHENKO Silk dress £1,100; avenue32.com 05. MASSCOB Silk dress £285; matchesfashion.com 06. SELF PORTRAIT Woven dress £260; self-portrait-studio.com

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KOKORO Wo r d s s t e p h a n i e k i n g

n fashion, September is a time for beginnings. It is a fresh start, as I designers unveil new season collections and directions for their brands. So what better way to ring in Fashion's New Year than with our discovery of recently ope ned KOKORO, a lifestyle store with its own special vision. The Japanese name, translating to “heart; mind; spirit,” encapsulates owner/ designer Dawn Green’s Connaught Street boutique, which has a selection of fashion and home accessories.

KOKORO’s very essence is a contemporary take on historic Japan: the in-house womenswear label alone is made in Kyoto using traditional production methods, but bears Green’s fashion forward aesthetic, with input from illustrator/textile designer Bella Gomez and Tokyo-based Sachika Nakama. And AW15 is no different: the collection is a collaboration with renowned tattoo artist Alex Reinke, AKA Horikitsune, who specialises in the ancient art of Irezumi.

While luxury fabrics convey the brand’s East-meets-West spirit, the seamless fusion of ‘the old’ with ‘the new’ demonstrates the level of thought behind KOKORO, as gold feature walls, vintage Japanese photographs and cherry blossom bouquets frame the latest bags and shoes from Amelie Pichard, fine jewellery from Alice Cicolini, Yastik cushions and Assouline books.

Within moments of stepping inside, it is obvious that the harmony between KOKORO’s beautiful, albeit juxtaposing, pieces requires a skilled hand to achieve it. Actually, no; this sense of balance requires something much bigger: heart. Something of which Green evidently has in spades. u

Rock the Kasbah Etro

This season sees the fashion world’s love affair with the luxe bohemian trend continue, as Kate Moss poses for Etro’s AW15 campaign. The opulent collection features paisley printed silk pyjama sets, two-piece suits, mohair coats, and beaded dresses. etro.com

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AUTUM Here are the new season’s key hero pieces - guaranteed to reset your wardrobe to AW15 Photography Hanna Hillier Styling charlotte adsett

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Once considered prim and outdated, the pussy bow blouse is now top of the fashion chartS Silk blouse, £635; Chloé at Harvey Nichols Silk wool trousers, £970; Emilia Wickstead at Harvey Nichols Leather ‘Coco Flamingo’ court shoes, £385; Sophia Webster Gold plated rings from £73; Maria Black

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The luxe-hippie trend continues to dominate − embroidered pieces teamed with tailored separates will give a modern edge Wool embroidered ‘Erin’ blouse, £445; Vilshenko at Fenwick Maxi skirt, £385; Vanessa Steward at Fenwick Gold plated ‘Love invader’ bracelet, £70; Maria Francesca Pepe Gold plated ring, £73; Maria Black Leather ‘Jetta’ bootie, £595; Sophia Webster

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The ubiquitous denim shirt dress of the summer has had an AW15 embellishment update Gemstone denim shirt dress, ÂŁ459; Sonia by Sonia Rykiel at Fenwick

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Wear yours with a ribbed roll neck sweater and flat loafers for a chic 60’s look Cat-embroidered shift dress, £725; Victoria, Victoria Beckham at Harvey Nichols Roll neck, £590; Stella McCartney at Harvey Nichols Python loafers, £215; Gerard Darrel

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1980’s sharp power tailoring had a big impact on the runways − do keep everything else simple Dress, £1260; Adam Lippes at Harvey Nichols Gold plated ‘Arrow’ earrings, £125 and gold plated rings from £73; all Maria Black Gold plated ‘Love invader’ bracelet, £70; Maria Francesca Pepe

PHOTOGRAPHY Hanna Hillier FASHION EDITOR Charlotte Adsett MODEL Jaz Wasson at Next Models MAKE-UP Andrea Chiu using M.A.C cosmetics HAIR Roger Cho using Wonderful hair extensions STOCKISTS alexanderwhitelondon.co.uk gerarddarel.com fenwick.co.uk harverynichols.com maria-black.com mfpepe.com sophiawebster.com

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FASHION / AUTUMN EDIT

THE AW15 TRENDS

Jump start your autumn look with our trend guide and the game-changing pieces your wardrobe needs now

VALENTINO

VICTORIA BECKHAM

BARBARA CASASOLA

MONO MAGIC

Geometric prints and simple contrasts: black and white is the colour combination that continues to dominate this Fall.

Choose architectural prints for maximum style points, where clean lines and sharp silhouettes keep the look modern.

Wo r d s C h a r l o t t e A d s e t t VALENTINO

RED

A-Line Midi Skirt, £1,305; matchesfashion.com

MISSONI

From Dior to Hermès, Fendi to Ferragamo, almost every designer worked the hot hue head to foot. The shade of danger but also of passion will ensure you stand out in a crowd.

Choose one statement piece.

EMILIA WICKSTEAD

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

GUCCI

Ruffled Silk-Georgette Dress, £2,870; net-a-porter.com

BURBERRY PRORSUM

REBECCA TAYLOR

Silk Chiffon Maxi Dress, £450; matchesfashion.com

LOEWE

Lamè Dress, £2,125; brownsfashion.com

HERMÈS OSMAN

HERMÈS

ELECTRIC EIGHTIES

Flashy and OTT, the decade that style forgot is back with a bang this season. Join in on the revival early and channel your inner Alexis Colby with power shoulders, lamè and lashings of jewel coloured sequins.

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VERSACE

CHRISTOPHER KANE

WINTER BOHO

Those flares and printed peasant maxi dress you just bought? Wise buys, as the boho trend shows no sign of going anywhere. Add a faux fur gilet or a fringed poncho, plus lace up high heeled boots for when the temperature drops.

GUCCI

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FASHION / AUTUMN EDIT JONATHAN SAUNDERS

LOUIS VUITTON

SUITS YOU

It’s time to man up. If you want to get ahead of the fashion pack this season, get a trouser suit and a long length coat. The suit exits the office and relaxes into daytime when teamed with loafers. Or, dress it up with sky-high heels.

KENZO

DKNY

GOTHIC ROMANCE

Victoriana and a gothic mood combine to create a darkly decadent theme this autumn. A high-neck pie-crust collar with lots of ruffles and a billowing sleeve is key. Add sheer black lace, velvet, intricate embellishment, plus a dark purple lip to complete the look.

GIVENCHY

Crepe Jacket, £1,710, Trousers, £770; brownsfashion.com

FAITH CONNEXION Silk-crepe Ruffle Blouse, £570; net-a-porter.com

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

DIOR GIORGIO ARMANI

GUCCI

SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

GILES

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JONATHAN SAUNDERS

MATTHEW WILLIAMSON

Merino Wool Sweater, £495; avenue32.com

GEEK CHIC

GUCCI

1960s Mods were a big influence for AW15, as designers sent girls down the catwalk in a mish-mash of bold Op-art prints, leopard with a dash of dogtooth. Tight knit sweaters were teamed with the sharpest of mini skirts and Mary-Jane shoes.

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LADYLIKE PRINCESS

ALBERTA FERRETTI

GILES

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

The feminine form was gloriously celebrated this season, with a young Marilyn Monroe as the main muse for MaxMara. The 1950s silhouette created with waist-cinching belts was seen everywhere. Pink was the colour that ruled the catwalk alongside pretty pastels and classic camel tones.

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GENTLEWOMAN Smarten things up with this irresistible scent from Romano Ricci’s Parisian fragrance house, Juliette Has A Gun. A concoction of wood, musk and citrus notes, it is designed to give ladies a “dash of dandy”. £95 for 100ml; juliettehasagun.co.uk

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B E AU T Y R e c o m m e n d a t i o n

The return of a classic beauty balm, floral shower gels, and the best coconut oil products W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

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In addition, Dr Mayoni has developed an interest in aesthetic medicine and pursued extensive training with the respected Cosmetic Courses at Aurora Clinics.

This is the only training academy led by a Plastic Surgeon, Mr Adrian Richards, in the UK. You can rest assured that you are in safe hands. She is based in Forest Hill, South East London but also provides a mobile service to offer her clients maximum flexibility.

For Dr Mayoni, her passion comes from a good working relationship with her clients and the ability to offer a personalised service after a thorough consultation. She hopes she can help to demystify these treatments, which are largely taboo for many people. As a wife and mother of three small children herself, she knows how important it is to look and feel your best. ◆

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She’s Got Lip Carolina Herrera

We may be pushing pastels and nudes over the page, but if you’re looking to make a statement this autumn, then take inspiration from Carolina Herrera and MAC Cosmetics, who painted blood reds and deep burgundies onto the models lips. maccosmetics.co.uk

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PICK

8 of the best

COCONUT OIL FLOWER SHOWER

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Frederic Malle

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Adding to his impressive but small repotoire of body washes, Frederic Malle has launched a new collection of floral scented shower gels. Available in five key scents – Lys Mediterranee, Carnal Flower, Lipstick Rose, En Passant and Eau de Magnolia – and ranging between £35-£45, these are ideal for a fresh start to your day. fredericmalle.com

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BUY

BOYS’ CLUB Acqua di Parma

New from our favourite Italian fragrance house Acqua di Parma, is the new Colonia Club scent for men.

The citrus top notes are refined with fine touches of neroli, mint, lavender and Haitian vetiver, keeping it fresh, polished and quintessentially Italian. £81 for 100ml; johnlewis.com

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BLAST FROM THE PAST Pommade D ivine

It’s likely, if you’re from aristocratic stock, that you recognise Pommade Divine. This 300-year old recipe has been traced back to Marie Antoinette’s great granny in 1700 and has long been a miracle ointment for all skin concerns. Perfect for baby and adult, this is the only balm you need. £20; liberty.co.uk 07

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FRESH TAKE Ve r s o

Sleek and minimal, Verso are all about keeping things simple. Uncomplicated product descriptions and minimal packaging take beauty regimes back to basics. We love the new cleansing kit from the Stockholm brand, which includes the brilliant foaming cleanser and exfoliating cloths. £40; versoskincare.com

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1. PALMER’S COCONUT OIL FORMULA, COCONUT OIL HAND CREAM 60g, £1.60; boots.com 2. PUREOLOGY COLOUR FANATIC 200mL, £14.35; feelunique.com 3. RMS BEAUTY, LIP SHINE IN ‘SACRED’, £22; net-a-porter.com 4. UNIQ ONE, ALL-IN-ONE HAIR TREATMENT, £7.90; justmylook.co.uk 5. KIEHL’S, AMINO ACID SHAMPOO 250mL, £16; kiehls.co.uk 6. THIS WORKS, DEEP SLEEP BALM 10g, £12; boots.com 7. DR JACKSON’S 04 COCONUT MELT, £10; drjackson.co.uk 8. TIGI BED HEAD, COLOUR GODDESS OIL INFUSED CONDITIONER 750mL, £24.25; feelunique.com

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TOM FORD

Eye and Cheek Shadow in Peach Ombre, £48; tomford.com

BAREMINERALS

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BENEFIT

Luminescent Complexion Enhancer High Beam, £19.50; benefitcosmetics.co.uk

CLINIQUE

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SMASHBOX

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PERRICONE MD

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SHADES OF PALE

STILA

Illuminating Beauty Balm, £26; stila.co.uk

Keep things fresh this September with pale pinks and nude hues B y R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

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TOPSHOP

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BAGSY

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Heaven Scent

ALL YOU'VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT OUD W o r d s l aw r e n c e R o u l l i e r W h i t e

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ud, oodh, agar or agarwood is a mysterious, misunderstood, incredibly expensive and controversial ingredient that is highly prized in perfume making. Used for millennia in the Middle East, where it was imported from its native Indonesia, oud is the product of the Aquilaria tree, an inner secretion that the tree produces to protect itself against disease. Unlike other tree resins that seep from the bark, oud is not detectable from the outside and so over the course of history many trees have been fruitlessly felled looking for this rare commodity. Hopefully today oud is mainly sustainably farmed but farming is in itself a very lengthy and costly process, with the tree being introduced to infection and left to grow, hoping it will successfully combat disease by the production of the grey, distinctive smelling substance. The tree must be cut down and opened before any oud can be discovered, and then a sapling is planted in its place and the whole process starts all over again.

The most successful tree is the Aquilaria Crossna that is cultivated in Vietnam where the tree is left to grow unattended for seven years, drilled and infected; six bore holes every six months during the rainy season.

This process is repeated for three years after which it is left to grow for ten years until it is harvested. Any resulting grey wood is soaked in water and left to distil for six days. One tonne of grey wood makes one litre of rich, dark liquid oud, with the value of around 15,000 euros.

Given its expense it is not surprising than many perfumes purporting to contain oud in fact contain a synthesised molecule. Like many things, the smaller the maker the closer the association she or he will have

ONE TONNE OF

grey wood makes one litre of rich, dark LIQUID OUD

with the ingredients they use; the supply chain will be shorter and with fewer links they are more likely to deal directly with producers providing a clear and certified provenance. People looking for the inclusion of genuine oud are therefore well advised to look to the smaller independent brands.

One brand that has one of the most transparent provenances is Ex Idolo, a small London based perfume house run by the highly talented Matthew Zhuk. With just two fragrances in its collection, Ex Idolo places the importance and emphasis on the authenticity of what is in the bottle. Thirtythree is named after the age of the vintage Burmese oud that was originally distilled

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in 1980 and aged until its use in 2013. The fragrance opens with delicate accords of black pepper alongside lush, juicy mandarin orange. A pair of rose notes, Chinese rose oil and famous Taif rose, form the heart that sits on a base of aged patchouli and the most subtle, sophisticated oud, used as it should be: to underline not overpower.

Matthew’s latest creation, Ryder, released this month, is an intoxicating swirl of rare notes blended with skill and exquisite attention to detail. Sweet, smoky, and luxuriously rich, Ryder makes use of a rare Omani frankincense giving it a real sense of opulence. Inspired by the mahogany-paneled private members clubs of Mayfair and St. James with complex wood notes, wafts of sweat tobacco and elegant, aged amber. I detect the faintest wisp of rarefied oud in Ryder too, whether I am right or wrong, and I suspect I might be right, Ryder is a truly amazing scent. ◆

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EASTERN PROMISE NOPI: The Cookbook is a brand-new collection of over 120 recipes from Yotam’s celebrated Soho restaurant NOPI, written with head chef Ramael Scully. We can’t wait to try the quails with burnt miso butterscotch. £28; eburypublishing.co.uk

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CHANDON PATAGONIA PUNCH InGredients Chandon Rosé ● 2 Strawberries 5 Basil Leaves ● 20ml Rhubarb & Strawberry Cordial ● 15ml Fresh Lemon Juice ● 30ml Belvedere Method Muddle the fruit and shake and strain into a coupette glass. Garnish with half a strawberry.

TABLE TALK Tasty happenings from the local area

SMALL WORLD East India Company

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Skilled chocolatiers, The East India Company, are no strangers to incorporating pungent spices and herbs into its products. The recent range of seven chocolate bars contains worldy treasures such as Australian Murray River Salt and Sri Lankan Ginger. ◆ l eicfinefoods.com

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ALCOHOLIC ARCHITECTURE xperience the ultimate in boozy decadence in a bar where you don’t even have to pick up a glass to get your drink on.

Culinary architects Bompas & Parr offer a unique night out that begins with cocktails served in chalices in a former monastery and ends with visitors standing in a cloud of alcohol, inhaling their beverages. A brilliantly original night out. ◆ l bompasandparr.com E

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Horniman Museum o celebrate the second successful T year of the Market and the Urban Food Festival Fortnight the Horniman Farmer’s Market are holding a day of events and activities for everyone to enjoy on 26th September. As there’ll be so much to see and do, it’ll be open until 4pm. l horniman.ac.uk

e first in the queue for B the Calamari starter; the Chicken and Pancetta Salad and the Genovese Pesto Pizza. Or how about Fiori di Zucca pasta – succulent tagliatelle with prawns, courgette flour, white wine, courgette, cherry tomatoes, shallots, and extra virgin olive oil. Delicious.◆ l ristoranteolivelli.co.uk

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GREEN APPLE AND CINNAMON MALLOWS with a Cashew Crumb

elicious green apple purée makes these mallows flavoursome and combined with cinnamon, is a true taste of autumn.

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Ingredients Makes 36 large marshmallows • 2 medium egg whites • 90ml (3fl oz) boiling water • 36g (1.oz) powdered gelatine • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon,plus extra for dusting • 500g (1lb 2oz) white granulated or caster sugar• 4 teaspoons golden syrup • 225ml (8fl oz) apple puree • 50ml (2fl oz) cold water • 1 teaspoon natural green food colouring • Cornflour and icing sugar, for Dusting For the cashew crumb • 25g (1oz) unsalted butter • 25g (1oz) ground salted cashew nuts 75g (2.oz) chopped salted cashew nuts • 25g (1oz) light soft brown sugar • 23 x 23cm (9 x 9 inch) baking tin lightly sprayed with cakerelease spray

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Method 01 First, make the cashew crumb. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/400°F/Gas Mark 6. Melt the butter in a heavy-based saucepan over a low heat and stir in the ground and chopped cashews and brown sugar. Spoon the mixture into a baking tray and spread into an even layer. Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Set aside to cool. 02 Marshmallow: Whisk the egg whites using an electric stand mixer to stiff peaks and set aside. Pour the boiling water into a bowl, evenly sprinkle over the powdered gelatine and cinnamon and gently whisk until fully dissolved. 03 Use the sugar, golden syrup, cold water and 150ml (5fl oz) of the apple purée to make a hard-ball sugar syrup, add the gelatine and combine with the egg whites until they turn glossy. Keep mixing on full speed for 5 minutes, stop mixer and add the remaining apple purée. Turn the mixer back on to full speed for a further 5 minutes until the mixture is the same consistency as lightly whipped double cream. Add the green food colouring and mix for another 30 seconds until completely mixed in. 04 Pour the marshmallow into the baking tin, making sure it is evenly spread out. Sprinkle the surface with cashew crumb and a little extra ground cinnamon, then cover with cling film.

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Whitgift.

One of Britain’s finest independent day and boarding schools for boys aged 10-18

‘Some might say it’s just bricks and mortar. Others may say it’s just a school. But Whitgift is so much more than that’ Old Whitgiftian (2006–2014)

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FOOD & DRINK / RECIPES

LIME AND DARK CHOCOLATE MARSHMALLOW TEACAKES eacake lovers rejoice – this super-tasty but sophisticated version ticks all the boxes when it comes to flavour.

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Ingredients Makes 6 • 300g (10½oz) dark chocolate, chopped For the biscuits • 50g (1¾oz) wholemeal flour • 50g (1¾oz) plain flour • Pinch of salt ½ teaspoon baking powder • 25g (1oz) caster sugar • 25g (1oz) unsalted butter • 2 tablespoons semi skimmed milk For the lime marshmallow filling • 1 quantity of Marshmallow Crème (see below) • Juice of ½ lime • 2 dashes of lime

extract (optional) • ¼ teaspoon natural green food colouring • 7.5cm (3 inch) round cutter • Silicone mould for 6 teacakes • Piping bags with plain wide nozzle and small nozzle.

Method 01 First make the biscuits. Put the flours, salt, baking powder and caster sugar in a bowl and rub in the butter with your fingertips until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add the milk and stir everything together to form a smooth ball. 02 On a floured work surface roll out the dough to about 4mm (⅛ inch) thick. Cut out 6 rounds with a 7.5cm (3 inch) round cutter and chill in the fridge for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 190°C/170°C fan/375°F/Gas Mark 5. 03 Transfer the chilled biscuits to a baking tray and bake for 10–12 minutes. When they’re done, remove from the oven and leave to cool on a wire rack. 04 Next melt the chocolate. Put approximately 1 litre (35fl oz) water in a large saucepan and place a large heatproof bowl over the pan. Bring the water up to a steady simmer and then turn off the heat. Place 200g (7oz) of the chopped chocolate into the bowl and leave for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the residual heat to melt the chocolate. Melting chocolate at a lower temperature results in a glossier finish. 05 Get your teacake mould and coat the inside of each mould with the melted chocolate – you’ll need about 1 tablespoon of

chocolate in each half-sphere. Use the back of a spoon to work the chocolate up and around the sides of the spheres, adding more chocolate if necessary. The chocolate needs to be thick enough to hold the shape of the teacake but not so thick that you end up with a chocolate-heavy teacake. 06 You should have some melted chocolate leftover. Take the cooled biscuits and dip one side in the remaining melted chocolate and set aside on a tray to harden. 07 Now, make the marshmallow filling – follow the Marshmallow Crème recipe above. Once the crème is made, add the lime juice, lime extract and food colouring, mixing them in for 30 seconds. Spoon the mallow filling into a piping bag with a plain wide nozzle and pipe the mallow into each of the 6 chocolatecoated moulds, remembering to leave a 4mm (⅛ inch) gap at the top so the biscuit will sit flush. Carefully place the cooled biscuits on top of the mallow chocolate side down. The chocolate will stop the biscuit going soft. 08 Melt the remaining 100g (3½oz) chocolate and transfer into a piping bag with a small nozzle. Carefully pipe around circumference of the biscuit and pipe a small amount on top of each biscuit. Spread the chocolate evenly over the biscuit using a palette knife.

Leave the teacakes to cool and set overnight or for at least 8 hours; do not refrigerate, as the chocolate will lose its glossy shine.

09 Carefully remove the teacakes from the moulds, trying not to handle them too much as fingerprints will mark the glossy dome.

These teacakes will last for 2 days. ◆

MARSHMALLOW CRÈME ( for teacakes!) arshmallow crème is a soft fluffy alternative to normal marshmallow, it can be spooned liberally onto pancakes, waffles or hot chocolate and later in the book you will see how we also use it to create toppings and fillings for many other treats.

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Food Glorious Food

Food Glorious Food

The Horniman Farmers’ Market Second Anniversary Celebration: 26 September 2015, 9am–4pm

The Horniman Farmers’ Market Second Anniversary Celebration: 26 September 2015, 9am–4pm

The Horniman Farmers’ Market is a locally sourced, locally sold farmers' market selling vegetables, meat, fish, bread, flowers, hot food and much more in the stunning Horniman Gardens. To celebrate the second successful year of the Market and the Urban Food Festival Fortnight we’re holding a day of events and activities for everyone to enjoy on 26th September and, as there’ll be so much to see and do, the Market will be open till 4pm.

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The Horniman Horticulturalists will give talks and demonstrations about growing vegetables

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For our younger visitors, there’ll be a fun family activity about food, inspired by the food on sale in the Farmer's Market

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Come and learn about the links between our traders and the Museum’s collections

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The launch of a Museum app all about tea and the chance to take part in Europe-wide interactive survey on favourite places to drink tea

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Tea-tasting workshops with Birchall Teas - a local tea trader based in SE26 since 1872

In addition to our lovely traders and their fabulous produce, we will have lots of activities throughout the day for everyone to enjoy:

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FOOD & DRINK / RESTAURANT REVIEW exceptional, second only to the flavours.

The cod skin and roe were lip-smackingly salty and gone too soon, the razor clams were piquant and I wanted to roll around in the champagne snow and make snow angels but the standout were the cleverly named and familiar-looking Storeos.

The inky black biscuits had an amazing texture, crumbling and contrasting beautifully with the creamy mousse.

We were then presented with a candle – a strange addition to the table at lunchtime in a restaurant with floor to ceiling windows. It all became clear however, when we were told it was in fact beef dripping and were presented with some soda bread to soak it up along with onion, apple and old tom to pile on top. Decadent and frankly delicious, this has become one of Story’s signature dishes. What followed was course after course of thoughtfully prepared food with unusual flavour combinations, inventively presented. Highlights included the Herdwick lamb, sheep’s yoghurt and ramson, the almond and dill pudding and

Restaurant Story Once upon a time, in a place called London Bridge...

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he first thing you need to know about Restaurant Story is that, to do it properly, you need to dedicate some time. An hour at lunch will not suffice and if you go in the evening, don’t make after-dinner plans. The second? Make your reservation in plenty of time. Story is booked solid at least two months in advance for evening meals.

Housed in a wood-clad pseudo cabin in the heart of London Bridge, Restaurant Story is an experience from the moment you approach the front door. Dotted with paraphernalia, books and curiosities, the interior manages to be characterful without feeling cluttered or try-hard

and the feeling of being in a cabin is increased by the pale wood of the tables and the rough exposed brick and the visible stove pipe.

Contrary to my own advice at the beginning of this review, I didn’t have an entire afternoon to kill so was unable to attempt the ‘Full Story’ which is a whopping 9 courses, not including the mini courses beforehand. On my particular visit, we started out with cod skin, smoked cod roe and gin botanicals, razor clams with champagne snow and crispy pearl barley, heritage tomato and vanilla and a wonderful invention called a Storeo, made from smoked eel mousse sandwiched in between two black squid ink biscuits. The presentation was

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the scallops, cucumber and dill ash. The lamb, served three ways, was rich and succulent and the pudding was unusual and wonderful in equal measure with the subtle almond flavour brought out by the herbaceous taste of the dill. But for me it was the scallops that really stole the show. Every bite of the slippery slivers of raw scallop packed a magnificent punch, flavourwise. Every detail was considered from the old fashioned candle holder to the custom made cocktail we were given mid-meal; suffice it to say, this story has a very happy ending. ◆

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ummer is a time when we all suddenly seem to be concerned about health. Call it vanity, call it a step in the right direction, whatever the cause, there’s no denying the extraordinary force compelling us to pack some #cleaneating into our lives.

But aside from the ample healthy living fodder Instagram provides, there’s the ever-increasing portion of society who struggle daily with their diet not because of #summerbodygoals, but because of special dietary requirements. Well, Absolutely is here to help.

We’ve enlisted the UK’s hottest health and nutrition experts to demystify the confusing world of food allergies,

intolerances and lifestyles imposing certain food intake restrictions.

Nutritionist Rob Hobson, one half of The Detox Kitchen, gives valuable nutrition advice, where his business partner and The Detox Kitchen head chef, Lily Simpson provides scrumptious, easy-to-make recipe ideas. The Yes Chef Tess Ward and Honestly Healthy founder Natasha Corrett put forward some equally delicious dishes found within their new cookbooks.

To garnish, Ella Woodward of internationally acclaimed food blog Deliciously Ella reveals her top health product available on the market right now, and Madeleine Shaw shares her food philosophy ahead of her Get the Glow book release. So dig in; there’s plenty of no fat, meaty reading to sink your teeth into.

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FOR THOSE WITH ALLERGIES icking off with the most significant dictator of diet, food allergies have been identified by the World Health Organisation as the No. 1 environmental epidemic disease facing children of the developed world. One of the most common is hypersensitivity to tree nuts and peanuts (technically a legume), according to leading allergy resource Allergy UK. Parents can now breathe a sigh of relief, because within Simpson and Hobson’s The Detox Kitchen Bible and Ward’s upcoming release, The Naked Diet, are nut-free salads substituting in seeds, such as sunflower and pumpkin, which Simpson says “add that nutty depth of flavour and a good crunch.”

Knowing a few nut-free recipes is especially important nowadays, seeing as 2015’s study conducted by King’s College London’s Professor Gideon Lack, published in February’s New England Journal of Medicine, found that the incidence of food allergy continues to increase, where 1 in 50 school age children in the UK suffer from a peanut allergy – over double the statistics recorded in the last decade.

Clearly awareness and knowledge of foods to avoid / completely nut-free products to purchase is key, as allergic reactions can vary in severity – from mild responses of itching and swelling of the lips and mouth, to potentially life-threatening anaphylaxis.

Thankfully health food stores such as Holland & Barrett have an extensive range of brands – including our favourites, Biona, Clearspring, Meridian Foods, Naturya, and Propercorn – promising products that are prepared in factories totally devoid of the common potential allergens, nuts, fish / K

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FOOD & DRINK / HEALTHY LIVING shellfish, kiwis, eggs, soya, and celery.

But for the 20% of the population experiencing reactions to food that aren’t indicative of an allergy, a statistic estimated by the British Dietetic Association, Corrett suggests this may be due to a food intolerance: “If you feel tired, groggy, lacking in energy, [or have] bad skin, look at what’s on your plate.”

NATASHA CORRETT'S HONESTLY HEALTHY CLEANSE BAKED EGG AVOCADOS

FOR THOSE WITH INTOLERANCES ccording to Allergy UK’s 2007 Food Allergy and Food Intolerance Report, insensitivity to certain foods affects almost half of the population.

One of the most well known of these intolerances is that of wheat. To summarise it simply, the body’s immune system negatively responds to a protein within wheat (as well as rye and barley in the case of Coeliac disease, which can be managed with a gluten-free (GF) diet) causing a reaction, be it “bloating, irritable bowel syndrome, diarrhoea,” as Hobson explains.

Testing is the only way to get a definitive answer, and YorkTest kits are an easy way to get a comprehensive analysis of your tolerance of different foods and potential allergens.

“People with intolerances or allergies often have an impaired gut, so foods that are gut healing, like chicken stock, are A

Awareness of FOODS to avoid and PRODUCTS to purchase is KEY

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good to get in,” advises nutritional health coach Shaw. “Eggs, avocados, and sweet potatoes” are her other nutrient-packed recommendations, with Ward adding these grocery items are “really beneficial to your [intake of] good fats and vitamins.” The Yes Chef also suggests opting for cooked vegetables over raw, “as they are easier on the digestion.”

Simpson’s Cajun Chicken with Avocado Salad & Mango Salsa, Pumpkin Curry, and Baked Aubergine with Lemon Yoghurt & Pomegranate are brilliant GF recipes found in The Detox Kitchen Bible. Alternatively, BOL Foods’ ready-made meal pots (stocked in Sainsbury's and Tesco) are affordable last-minute food solutions, where its Super

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Carrot is King.

At Sevenoaks, world-class IB results and table-topping GCSE performances owe much to the power of encouragement.

Academic excellence is also inspired here by the International Baccalaureate, which we embraced some 40 years ago.

Today, originality and breadth of mind characterise the Sevenoaks student; whom fine universities like to teach and global organisations to employ.

“I went to a very academic, very strict school. I did okay.

At seventeen, I transferred to Sevenoaks where the carrot reigned supreme, and still does. My IB results knocked my GCSEs into a cocked hat. I put it down to the power of positive reinforcement. If excellence is

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expected, it is forthcoming. No need for sticks.”

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DELICIOUSLY ELLA'S BELOVED DATE NECTAR DATE LOAF

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intolerances

MADELEINE SHAW'S GET THE GLOW LEMON SOLE

Quinoa Squash, Super Roasted Beetroot, Mexican Sweet Potato Chilli, and Thai Thom Yum are all great GF options.

With respect to lactose intolerance, which Hobson says “affects about 5% of the UK population,” individuals who are unable to digest this sugar molecule found within dairy products “should look for alternative sources of calcium, such as dark green vegetables, pulses, plant milks, salmon, and dried fruits.” Corrett and Shaw both suggest using Rude Health’s milks for their recipes, and Corrett’s Coconut Cauliflower Tart, a useful dinner idea, is one of the many dairy-free gems included in her latest title, Honestly Healthy Cleanse. Ward also notes CO YO coconut milk yoghurts as handy breakfast options, which are best sprinkled with Primrose Kitchen’s GF muesli. The Coconut Collaborative’s vegan ice creams make for superb, guilt-free late night treats.

Guilt-Free Goodies BELOVED Date Nectar, £3.99; belovedates.com

THE DETOX KITCHEN BIBLE Lily Simpson & Rob Hobson, £17; amazon.co.uk

PROPERCORN Flavoured Popcorn, £1.59; waitrose.com

CLEARSPRING Instant Miso Soup, £3.99; clearspring.co.uk

FOR THOSE WITH DIETARY REQUIREMENTS hile there are many health benefits to embracing meat-free lifestyles, these diets “require a little more planning,” says Hobson. “Vegetarians and vegans can struggle to get enough omega-3 fatty acids, calcium, iron and vitamin B12.”

Unilaterally, however, our veritable food authorities emphasise a well-balanced diet, where Corrett clarifies this means “lots of vegetables, grains, pulses, nuts and seeds…

Just remember to eat the rainbow!”

Simpson and Shaw also caution those on

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low sugar or low fat diets to be wary of “most processed ‘healthy foods’,” which Simpson says are usually “hiding something.

If they’re low fat they’re probably laden with sugar and vice versa.” Although one packaged food range even diabetics can enjoy includes BeLOVeD’s Date Nectar products. Receiving the stamp of approval from young foodie Woodward, “Date nectar is one of the best to add natural sweetness to food. I use it on everything – from porridge, to smoothies, chia puddings, crumbles, muffins, cakes, and icing.”

On the savoury side, Shaw’s quick snack ideas of grilled chicken with hummus or “roasting up some veggies with coconut oil and smoked paprika and serving with rocket, avocado and pumpkin seeds” are perfect for individuals aiming to reduce their salt intake or manage their cholesterol.

Ward also admits she’s “a sucker” for Kallø Organic Rice and Corn Cakes: “You can layer them with different toppings to enjoy as a low carb snack. One of my favourite [combinations] is chopped tomatoes, feta and pomegranate with chopped coriander and spring onions.”

Evidently there’s vast array of wholesome meals that cater to special diets. And with the help of Corrett, Hobson, Simpson, Ward, Shaw and Woodward, you’ll never be without recipes that are as nutritious as they are delicious. Suffering from food sensitivity issues? Corrett sums it up nicely: “There are so many options out there now for people with allergies and intolerances, you just need to find the Free From range and create the healthy alternative.” u

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WHAT A TOWN Has the Big Apple finally become a weekend destination for Brits? Discover whether new luxury airline La Compagnie lives up to the hype in our September travel section.

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hen considering a weekend away, there are several popular options: Paris, Berlin or perhaps this time you’ll head to Prague or Amsterdam and really shake things up? But New York? The prohibitive fares and the crippling exhaustion involved in being on an aeroplane for 16 hours in a three-day period kept it off the shortlist. But that was before luxury airline La Compagnie came along. Launched in June 2014, the allbusiness-class airline initially flew only from Paris but, as of May this year, London is now in on the action.

Founded by two Frenchmen, Frantz Yvelin and Peter Luethi, with a wealth of experience in aviation between them, La Compagnie’s Boeing 757-200 aircraft is configured to provide 74 plane-wide business class seats at a significantly lower price point than the same class in larger airlines. The first thing I notice when boarding after having been whisked through security at Luton – yes, unglamorous but uncrowded Luton – is how much space there is. Two flatbed seats on either side of the aisle mean that passengers barely have

to acknowledge their neighbours, while the acres of legroom would have had my 6ft 5in father weeping for joy. Suddenly, eight hours didn’t seem such an ordeal. I lay back in my incredibly comfortable seat, which had a control more complicated than most television remotes, and perused my Samsung Galaxy Pro 12” tablet for films and music. Each seat comes equipped with one of these, as well as a pair of large over ear headphones. I spent my journey sipping champagne from La Compagnie’s wine cellar, sampling the salmon from French chef Christophe Langrée’s menu, watching my tablet and sleeping. To say I got off at Newark feeling refreshed would be an overstatement but for once the flight was an integral part of the experience not a preliminary to be endured.

After a quick cab ride on the New Jersey Turnpike, we emerged in Lower Manhattan and soon arrived at our hotel. The Conrad Hotel New York is located in Battery Park City, practically on the banks of the Hudson River. The Conrad is an excellent base for those looking to explore or for those in Manhattan on business as it is next to the Financial District. On arrival, it is hard not to notice the enormous artwork that

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What’s on this September Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning Friday 25 September

Support your local coffee shops, enjoy some cake and let’s all make a difference.

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‘I am now a moderate social drinker’

Saturday 26 and Sunday 27 September Two-day Meet the Craft Maker Market alongside exhibitions in local galleries.

Totally Thames at Greenwich Market

Do you drink everyday?

Do you fear it controlling you? Instead of you controlling it?

Does your drinking become excessive when you socialise?

If any of these apply to you and you want to take back control and instead become a MODERATE DRINKER Contact me, Diana Powley on 0800 093 2024

Sunday 27 September

Designer makers celebrate the Thames in art and craft at Greenwich Market. Make a day of it and visit the Thames Barrier closure too.

Delicious new openings in Greenwich

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extends considerable height of the lobby, lit by atmospheric blue lighting that gives the whole area a space-age feel. A tangle of dark purple lines on a blue background, the piece is entitled ‘Loopy Doopy’ and lends its name to the hotel’s rooftop bar which, having come off the flight feeling considerably better than I thought I would, I decided to visit. I took in the stunning views out over the Hudson, while sampling one of the bar’s signature Boozy Ice Pop cocktails before retiring to my wonderfully comfortable room.

I had flown in on a Friday night and I woke up in fear of my precious Saturday in the Big Apple being blighted by stiff limbs and jetlag but I felt well rested and made my way down to ATRIO, the Conrad’s sophisticated, Mediterranean-inspired restaurant for some crispy bacon and a damn fine cup of American coffee. A quick tour of the hotel revealed a combination of unfussy luxury and modern amenities, including two ballrooms and a foyer ideal for large events and stylish workspaces for those on business. The hotel manages to retain a distinct personality, however, with touches like the running theme of the ‘Loopy Doopy’ artwork and a delightful barbershop run by a New York legend named Sal. Lower Manhattan has become a vibrant and commercial neighbourhood and this is down, in part, to the opening of Brookfield Place. A gigantic glass structure filled with

towering palm trees, high-end shops and eateries and it is at one of these (Beaubourg, a lovely French restaurant) that I stopped for a small feast before continuing down to the marina. Here, I began to regret my gluttony as I took in the swaying masts before donning a lifejacket and stepping carefully down on deck. I was being treated to a sailing lesson by the North Cove Sailing School and before I knew it we were tacking across the Hudson. There really is no better way to see Manhattan’s famous landmarks: I spied Ellis Island, Governor’s Island and Brooklyn Bridge from the boat but the real highlight was getting up close and personal with the Statue of Liberty herself. Back on dry land I headed for Midtown and made my way down through Madison Square Park, past the magnificent Flatiron Building and on through the markets in Union Square, past (and sometimes into) the vintage shops and cafés of Greenwich Village, lusting after Tribeca’s lofts, before walking back along the banks of the Hudson. Still full of beans, I devoured a truly scrumptious dinner at ATRIO and then returned to Tribeca in search of cocktails. Luckily, Mark Ricci,

La Compagnie: Fly business class from London Luton to New York, Newark for £1,100 return.

Tickets must be purchased before 15 September 2015 and travel must be booked between 1 May and 30 September 2015; promotional fares are also occasionally offered for couples. La Compagnie is operating five flights per week between London Luton and New York Newark, and will be increasing frequencies to six flights per week from September 2015. 020 3481 1575; lacompagnie.com Conrad New York: Double rooms from £156 (US$239), excluding breakfast. Free Wi-Fi. The location, service and comfort make the cost entirely reasonable. 102 North End Avenue, New York, New York 10282, USA; conradnewyork.com

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Hilton’s affable director of communications, had a suggestion and I was soon sipping sidecars in The Brandy Library, a delightful bar with hundreds of shelves of bottles full of amber liquid lining the walls.

Sunday was spent sightseeing and if I have one tip to share it is to forgo the Empire State Building in favour of Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Centre. Not only are the queues non-existent, you actually have a far better view of the iconic Empire State Building itself (not to mention Central Park and the Chrysler Building) from its uncrowded viewing decks. After a mandatory photo op in the admittedly hellish Times Square I stopped for a light lunch under the awnings in Rockefeller Plaza and listened to a little live music. Shopping on the swanky Upper East Side (mandatory) followed by Aperol in the East Village found me still going strong.

The grid system of New York’s streets makes it easy to navigate and I found I had covered a lot of ground by the time I caught my evening flight. Back at work I could not help thinking that thanks to La Compagnie the City that Never Sleeps feels that much closer to London. ◆

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Open Sessions 2015

SIAMS Report 2014

Thursday 17th September 10am

Talk and questions with the Headteacher at 10.45pm

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old winner of the 2014/15 for Holiday Resort of the Year, The Headland is a stunning four star hotel and spa perched on the cliffs overlooking Fistral Beach. Visually arresting, the red brick Victorian edifice is just as impressive on the inside with sweeping staircases, rich wood panelling alongside more contemporary decor in the terrace and the bedrooms.

Those thinking that the hotel looks familiar may recognise it from the film adaptation of Roald Dahl’s The Witches. During my stay, I had the opportunity to venture into the, Cornwall’s first to be awarded ‘Five Bubble’ status. I opted for the Elemis Deep Tissue Massage, which was administered with great skill and which left me feeling incredibly relaxed. I was then able to unwind further in the leisure area – the Cornish salt steam room, in particular was a real hit. ◆

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he rooms fall into six categories, ranging from Courtyard at the more inexpensive end of the spectrum up to Best which feature four poster beds, balconies and individual decor. I was staying in an Fistral View room, with wonderful views out over the moody ocean and windswept beach. This also offered an adjoining bathroom with stunning standalone tub and twin sinks, making it an ideal room for couples. The bed was exceedingly comfy and the decor chic. Visitors should note that althoughThe Headland has much to offer in summer (beautiful views, surfing) it is an incredible experience in winter, with dramatic storms and bracing winds whipping the cliffs. On our stay we discovered that there is nothing more cosy and comforting than being nestled in a massive armchair at the bar, sipping a cocktail, while driving rain and storm clouds roll in off the ocean. ◆

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hether you are looking for a fine-dining experience or a more casual meal, The Headland has it covered. Book a table at the Restaurant for a sophisticated evening, with gentle piano tinkling away in the background and atmospheric lighting making the ample dining hall feel intimate and ambient. I would recommend ordering the risotto aux fruit de mer for two as it showcases the briliant, locally caught seafood that is a staple at The Headland. For a lunch with a view, the Terrace is the clear choice. Choose the fish and chips accompanied by a glass of rosé to fully get into the seaside spirit. For visitors just popping in, few things are as popular as the Afternoon Tea, a traditional feast of finger sandwiches, cakes and scones accompanied, of course, by Cornish clotted cream. This is served with loose tea or champagne. ◆

THE DAMAGE Coastal View Rooms and Suites are priced from £135, based on two people sharing. Included is full English breakfast, use of The Headland facilities, and Vat at 20%. Children ages 3-14 years, sharing their parent's room on a bed and breakfast basis, will be £35 each per night. Children aged 0-2 years stay free of charge.

The Headland Hotel & Spa, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EW; headlandhotel.co.uk

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This Fulham-based company is a delight for the senses with its scented reed diffusers and candles.

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PARTY OF FIVE Darkroom

5 Years, 5 Shapes, 5 Products is the newest line to be unveiled by this cult design showroom.

In celebration of its fifth birthday, bold, geometric shapes assume the form of jewellery, candles and textiles, but the two-tone enamelware is our favourite.

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Open Afternoon for entry at 7+, 8+ and 9+ Thursday 5 November 1.30 – 3.15pm No appointment is necessary. Entrance on Hunts Slip Road.

Mid-week visits are also available by appointment. Please call Junior Admissions on 020 8299 8432 or email junioradmissions@dulwich.org.uk.

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Open Morning for Year 7 entry Saturday 10 October 9.30 – 12 noon Tour the College with boys, meet staff and hear the Master, Dr Joe Spence, talk about Dulwich College. No appointment is necessary.

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Please see our website for additional Open Morning dates and details of Taster Sessions in October and November for 2016 entry.

15 & 19 Westwood Hill, London SE26 6BL www.sydenhamhighschool.gdst.net

9.30am - 12noon If you are unable to attend our Open Day please make an appointment for a personal tour of the school.

We will be delighted to welcome you to Breaside.

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Sydenham School

A team of four young public speakers from Sydenham School were voted champions of the Artemis Urban Debate League National Finals held recently at the House of Lords. They managed to come out top ahead of 15 other teams representing cities across England. It was the team’s second major trophy win in as many months.

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his is an exuberant book of repetitions, rhymes and weird creatures: the result of a dream collaboration between two of the biggest names in children’s publishing. Reading it with Callum aged two, I have to admit being hilariously challenged by the tongue twisting delights of ‘TippyTappy’ and the ‘Button Bop’ – the latter celebrating the difficulties of doing up a coat correctly. He was enthralled by the large format illustrations of animals and monsters that populate every page. ‘I don’t want...’ and ‘I am hungry’ are likely to prove among the best poems for generating children’s own contributions. ◆

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Nobodinoz is the go-to design store for style-savvy tots. We especially love this half-open wardrobe: a way to store all those clothes you’ve been buying for your wee one. Nobodinoz white wardrobe, 1,3500 €; ensmallable.com

During Creative Arts Week the girls tried their hands at drumming and sashaying to Samba rhythms with Kinetika Bloco, singing full throated Gospel and putting on a ‘play in a day.’ They were also visited by Olivier Award winner Lorna Want.

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Independent co-ed pre-prep & pre-school 3–7 years . Founded 1976 . Member ISA Sunday Times Independent Secondary School of the Year

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Please phone the school office for further information or to join one of our regular tours.

Whole school open morning

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Senior school (boys 11-18, girls 16-18) recruiting at 11+ 13+ & 16+ Junior school (boys 7-13) recruiting at 7+ 8+ 9+ & 10+ Means-tested assistance with fees available 020 8255 5300 admissions@kcs.org.uk kcs.org.uk

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HEAD SPACE Psychometric profiling is increasingly being used in the education arena Wo r d s A M a n d a C o n s ta n c e

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ou’ve taken my soul and put it into a book.” So said a Year 10 girl on reading the results of her psychometric profile. Having read the 38 pages (yes, that’s 38) of computer-generated self-analysis produced when I completed my own profile – the Insights Discovery Personal Profile, no less – I find it hard to disagree with the sentiment. I dashed off 25 multiple choice questions in 10 minutes – what I got back was page after page of my inner workings laid bare. Not always 100% accurate but mostly on the nail and eerily prescient.

In schools, psychometric profiling is on the up – it’s long been used in the corporate sector –but it is now being increasingly used in the education sector.

At the HMC annual conference earlier this year (the Headmaster’s and Headmistress’s Conference is the association of leading independent schools), headmaster Jon Reid from Larbert High School described the extraordinary successes his school achieved after using a psychometric evaluator to improve pupil performance.

Colfe’s School in south-east London uses psychometric profiling for its Year 11s to help make career and university choices and there are a number of educational consultancies on the web offering profiling to enhance your child’s learning.

Ian Wigston, the co-founder of Bright Field Consulting, uses the Insights Discovery Profile, a psychometric evaluator built around the personality models originally developed by Swiss psychoanalyst Carl Jung. The Insights model is based around a colour wheel of four personality types: the extroverts Fiery Red and Sunshine Yellow; and the introverts Cool Blue and Earth Green.

Schools are using

PSYCHOMETRIC PROFILING to help Year 11s make CAREER & university CHOICES Each personality has many variations, strengths and weaknesses. For example, on a good day a Fiery Red personality can be strong-minded and purposeful, on a bad day they might be controlling and aggressive.

As Wigston puts it, “the Insights Discovery Profile is a questionnaire which uses 25 bits of data to come up with a picture of the individual”. The “craft of it” is that, despite being entirely created by clever algorithms and tech wizardry, its ‘voice’ is very human. You feel like you have sat down with an eminent psychologist.

Bright Field Consulting works with school leadership teams, particularly if there are new team members. As Wigston says, the profile “gives us a picture of

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the DNA of the team”. This can help greatly with improving efficiencies and performance. It is important work: there is more burnout in the teaching profession these days than in any other, apart from foreign exchange brokers.

Wigston should know, he used to be a banker.

The Insights profile can also help school children. Using the Insights Young Adult Profile for 15-year-olds plus, can, for example give “us a picture of why they might struggle with certain subjects” says Wigston. They have worked successfully with a variety of schools, including Thornhill Community Academy, the school featured in Educating Yorkshire and the Woodard Corporation, which numbers Lancing College and Ardingly College amongst its independent schools.

Where it gets really interesting is the work Bright Field has done with both the teachers and the students in the same school. By gaining a psychological understanding of both, they have come up with some interesting ideas, not least that, in some cases, so-called bad behaviour in class or lack of academic attainment are sometimes because of a mismatch between teaching styles and students. Certain personalities learn in certain ways. As Wigston says: “If we work only with the leadership team or only with students –we can deliver that part of the equation – but if we work on both then we can say, this is how the pedagogy could be, in order to effect better results.”

But before every pushy parent runs out to get their child profiled, take note.

Wigston says that using a psychometric profile “is only one way of enabling a conversation to take place”. It should only be used in conjunction with coaching or guidance for that individual.

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There is no better place to choose a school that is exactly right for your child’s needs. Meet the Heads and talk to the Admissions teams. Find out about entrance requirements, scholarships & bursaries. Register.

Unquestionably this will be the most productive time your family will ever spend in a park.

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ALONE WILL NOT get you THE JOB Here are some of the skills and attributes employers are looking for: • Attitude – a good work ethic and a flexible ‘can do’ approach to your work.

Aim to be a member of the team who can be depended upon • Communication – this includes the ability to show you are listening and can put your point across without being aggressive • Leadership qualities – showing initiative, leading by example, being self motivated and constantly looking to improve • Problem solving skills – can you think of a time when you overcame a challenge in a creative way?

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he A Level results are in and many students are about to embark on an exciting new stage in their lives as they head off to university. This is a time for celebration!

Prospective students then have a few weeks for that trip to Ikea for university essentials and planning how to make the most of Freshers Week.

It’s also a good time to think about what you want to get out of your university experience. A good degree, naturally; making new friends is also incredibly important; but what else is there? Academic results are only part

of the picture. Employers are looking for a wider skill set in an increasingly competitive workplace. A degree alone will not get you the job in a world where most candidates will be able to produce a degree of the same class or higher. In fact in this year’s CBI/ Pearson skills survey, 89% of employers said they valued the right attitudes and aptitudes above factors such as degree subject and degree class when they are recruiting graduates and professional services forms PwC and EY are now discounting A Level results and their usual 2:1 requirement. They are testing a different range of competences. Expect more firms to follow suit.

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H ow yo u ca n d e v e lo p th e s e s k i ll s at u n i v e r s it y It is never too early to work on this – start as soon as you arrive at university.

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• Use the careers department to get work experience during holidays or on campus during term time – any work experience and what you learned from it will benefit you in an interview

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Using our network of more than 50 branches across the Capital, our specialist teams can find the right new build property for you. To see all our new homes and developments for sale visit kfh.co.uk/new-homes-properties

Kidbrooke Park Road, Blackheath, SE3 Prices from £675,000 £765,000 A select development of just four top quality family homes by a local bespoke developer. Each property boasts a superb mix of traditional exteriors combined with the advantage of new build quality interiors.

Conveniently located near local shops, train stations and Thomas Tallis Secondary School.

Freehold.

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Great Suffolk Street, Borough, SE1 Prices from £715,000 A unique collection of six apartments, each with two bedrooms, from a reputable bespoke developer. Located just minutes from Southwark tube, Tate Modern, Thames Path and Borough Market, these superb properties are designed with an urban loft palate and offer a great opportunity for both owner occupiers and investors alike. Leasehold.

Land and New Homes 0203 486 2250 newhomesse@kfh.co.uk

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Blackheath Rise, Lewisham, SE13 £2,700pcm Blackheath 020 8297 0181 blackheath.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Beautiful four bedroom semi detached Victorian house located within walking distance to both Blackheath Village and the Heath and within easy access to the DLR.

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Three reception rooms Two bathrooms Kitchen/diner Period features South facing garden Furnished EPC rating D

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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Willow Grove, Chislehurst, BR7 £1,250pcm Bromley 020 8464 5353 bromley.lettings@kfh.co.uk

Well presented, two bedroom split level flat with a balcony overlooking the gardens. Located within a short walk to the local amenities of Chislehurst High Street.

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Two bedrooms Reception room Dining room Kitchen Bathroom with shower over bath Balcony Garage Unfurnished EPC rating C

£210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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LONDON SQUARE HAYES, BR2 LAUNCHING 19TH SEPTEMBER 11AM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4PM A luxuriously classic lifestyle awaits you at London Square Hayes, BR2. In a gated, fully landscaped setting, fifteen elegant houses offer a choice of 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms. The centrepiece of this quiet oasis is Belgrave House, a beautifully restored, Grade II listed country house with eight stunning 2 bedroom apartments. With excellent local shops and amenities, and a choice of fast transport links to the City and beyond, this could be your perfect place to live.

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PROPERTY ROUND UP The inside scoop in your area

WINNING TEAM

NEW BUILD

GREENWICH SQUARE

● SE10

£795,000 Starting from

n incredible selection of four bedroom contemporary terrace houses within a fantastic new development, boasting bright interiors with a sensational finish and desirable outdoor leisure spaces. These light and bright ‘loft style’ living homes can be tailored to suit your own individual style and are ideal for those looking for a flexible modern family home. Each townhouse boasts a fully fitted kitchen with integrated Siemens appliances, modern bathrooms, a guest cloakroom, private garden, and a master bedroom with en suite.◆ Foxtons, Greenwich 020 7973 2020; foxtons.co.uk

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JOHN PAYN E E STATE AGEN TS

Payne Estate Agents Greenwich, recently said, “We’re all extremely proud. We were all rooting for the Colfes boys and following their progress on Twitter. We strongly believe in supporting local groups and events.

“This year has already seen

ohn Payne Estate Agents recently announced that they are kit sponsors for Colfes First XV rugby team. The team, with a strong history of success, recently went on a tour of Canada and won all five fixtures.

Doug Norris, Manager at John

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ELYSIAN FINANCE MARKET COMMENT

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s we are now in the second half of this financial year, thoughts on the mortgage interest rate are ever present in most brokers’ minds.

A recent poll of 475 readers of Mortgage Strategy has revealed 64% of industry experts have an expectation that the Monetary Policy Committee will increase the base rate within the first half of the 2016 financial year.

JON CHANDLER

Sales Director Elysian Finance

us working on a number of high profile events with groups such as Greenwich & Bexley Hospice for its Mini-Marathon for Kids in Greenwich Park, Manor House Gardens Festival, and our ongoing work with The Blackheath Conservatoire including the Blackheath Beach and the Winter Wonderland.” ◆

John Payne Estate Agents Greenwich, 020 8858 9911; johnpayne.com “It is widely suggested that falling oil prices and slowing wage growth means the Bank of England will not be able to increase rates until spring next year at the earliest.

“However, with rates almost certain to increase in 2016, those on their current mortgages’ Standard Variable Rate should look to ensure they are not caught out.”◆

Elysian Finance 020 8761 6777; elysianfinance.co.uk

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FIRST HOMES COMPLETED ABOVE CROSSRAIL STATION Berkeley Homes has recently completed construction on the first homes to be developed above a new Crossrail station in Woolwich.

More than a thousand homes will be constructed as part of two separate developments at Royal Arsenal Riverside, where Berkeley Homes’ Cannon Square scheme, located over the eastern end of the station, comprises 631 apartments over five buildings. 90 per cent of the apartments released have been sold, with 121

ESTAS The ESTAS follow the BAFTAS to a new home for 2016

After five years at the Hilton Park Lane, the ESTAS – the largest awards in the residential agency industry – is moving to Grosvenor House Hotel. As Simon Brown, MD at the ESTAS Group explains, “The demand for tickets has increased dramatically so we’re delighted to announce that the ESTAS will now take place in the same space as the

MODERN HOME

CRAIGERNE ROAD ● SE3

£675,000

well-presented two/three bedroom Dutch gable-style detached house arranged over three floors. The property includes a 23 sq ft reception room, a modern kitchen leading onto a courtyard garden, and a family

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bathroom. Westcombe Park train station is less than half a mile away, and Greenwich Park and Blackheath are also in close proximity. u ● KFH, Blackheath 020 8852 9451; kfh.co.uk

MORE THAN A THOUSAND HOMES WILL BE CONSTRUCTED AS PART OF TWO SEPARATE DEVELOPMENTS

MEET THE TEAM

DRAMATICALLY

Jones Lang LaSalle

BAFTAS party. Now, more than 1,000 of the UK’s top property professionals can join us on 15 April 2016.”

Once again, Phil Spencer will present the ceremony that sees agents, brokers and conveyancers selected as winners based purely on client feedback. Leaving with the most powerful marketing message, winners can also say they’ve shared the stage with the UK’s Best Loved Property Expert! u To find out more about The ESTAS and how your firm can get involved go to theestas.com

Greenwich, 020 8858 9986; jll.co.uk

TIM HOWELLS

ALEX SIBLEY

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Assistant Branch Manager

I have 15 years of agency experience in the London property market, with over six of those dedicated to Greenwich and Blackheath. I’m a family man with three children and I live nearby in West Wickham. I have engaged in many local school sponsorship events, which has led to me become quite well known in the area!

JAY WESTON

Senior Sales Consultant

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I have been an estate agent in South East London for 12 years, doing both sales and lettings. I have a real passion for property and being able to sell a variety of properties – from new build apartments in Greenwich to large family homes in Blackheath – with the satisfaction of finding someone their perfect property.

Sales Consultant

Having worked in the property sector for over a decade, I have seen the market rise and fall and rise again.

Working with arguably the best team in South East London, I have the full support of my colleagues – fathering a six month old baby leaves some sleepless nights; it’s nice to know I can rely on my colleagues to help me through the day.

JEMMAH WRIGHT ●

Sales Consultant

I started working in property 10 years ago but have been in the South East for five; when I first joined the team as a secretary I never imagined how much my life would change. With JLL I found an even greater passion for property and was steered in the direction of becoming a sales consultant – I haven’t looked back since!

homes now finished.

Crossrail has also received planning permission for a major residential development, to be known as Armourer’s Court, on the western end of the station. Nearly 400 homes, spanning 490,000 sq ft, will be created in five buildings of varying heights set around a landscaped garden. Below the developments the new station, including the 250m long platforms, lift shafts, and the floor slabs, is nearing structural completion, with the fit-out commencing early next year. u

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S P O T L I G H T O N S E 5 [ AVERAGE ASKING PRICE ]

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£473,709

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£1,918

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Chelsfield Park BR6

£1,800,000 F/H

This magnificent five bedroom detached family home occupies a tranquil spot inside the extremely well sought after Chelsfield Park. Offering approximately 3,500 sq ft of luxurious accommodation, the unique styling of the façade gives this family home wonderful kerb appeal.

Contact Orpington 01689 661 400

Keston Park BR2

£1,695,000 F/H

An imposing five bedroom, three bathroom detached family home which boasts a fantastic position within the private Keston Park Estate.

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Heated swimming pool Energy Efficiency Rating E

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Bromley BR2

£850,000 F/H

An extremely well presented four double bedroom detached family home, modernised to a high standard throughout.

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Contact Bromley 020 8315 5544

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Chislehurst BR7

£1,995,000 F/H

Queenborough Gardens is an exclusive gated development of just six houses built in 1987. Located just 1/4 mile from Chislehurst High Street, this wonderful family home offers well-proportioned living accommodation and occupies a beautiful secluded plot.

Contact Chislehurst 020 8295 4900

Shirley CR0

£1,895,000 F/H

Set within 3/4 of an acre of private and sought after surroundings is this beautifully presented five bedroom detached house.

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Private, sought after location Energy Efficiency Rating D

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Chislehurst 020 8295 4900 Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Orpington 01689 661 400 West Wickham 020 8432 7373

Five bedrooms Three bathrooms Conservatory Energy Efficiency Rating D

West Wickham BR4

£900,000 F/H

Beautifully presented five bedroom 1930s detached house which has been extended to the side and rear.

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Contact West Wickham 020 8432 7373

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Lee Road, Blackheath SE3 Guide Price £1,475,000 Freehold Elegant Victorian semi-detached villa, set back from the road and offering a wealth of charming period features. Some modernisation required.

› 4 bedrooms › 200 ft garden › Garage › EPC rating: F

Contact Blackheath Village on 020 8318 1311

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Woodlands Park Road, Greenwich SE10 Guide Price £899,995 Freehold Well presented and extended four bedroom mid-terrace bay fronted Victorian family home, situated on a quiet road close to Greenwich Royal Park.

› 4 bedrooms › 2 bathrooms › Pretty rear garden › EPC rating: E

Contact Greenwich on 020 8858 9911

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IN THEIR OWN

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STUART CHALLIS Director at Acorn, London Bridge Photography

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y memories of growing up in East London during the heady mid70s are rose tinted I’m sure.

I remember balmy summer evenings spent playing football in the road with jumpers for goal posts and a real sense of community.

One of my fondest memories is the day of the Golden Jubilee in 1977. The whole street was busy painting the curbs red, white and blue, with trestle tables as far as the eye could see, all overflowing with food and drink.

London was buzzing and so was I, having come third in the fancy dress competition dressed as a natty little knight of the round table with a feather duster crowning my foiled helmet.

At the age of 11 my family moved to Cambridgeshire, but the legacy of this time in East London lives on in the form of West Ham United, the team I support and the bane of my life!

My first introduction to estate

I HAVE BEEN PART OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITY NOW FOR NEARLY NINE YEARS

agency (and Acorn) was when my girlfriend (now my wife) asked me to arrange several valuations on her apartment in Honor Oak Park. I got slightly carried away and booked a full day of appointments.

Out of the seven agents I met there was a standout candidate that not only understood the property and the local market, but most importantly, my needs.

I was not only sold on the idea of Acorn marketing the apartment but also on the company itself and its ethos for delivering the very best advice with passion and honesty. I handed in my CV to Acorn the next day.

Within a year, I was a branch manager of the East Dulwich office, and soon thereafter, London Bridge. I have been part of the local community now for nearly nine years, and strongly

believe our office opposite the park on Bermondsey Street is perfectly placed.

For me the best thing about the area is the broad mix of people living here; a genuine community spirit exists that I believe is unique in Central London.

The area has changed a great deal, and it has been a real pleasure to watch local independent shops, restaurants, and art galleries flourish alongside the established businesses of old. Watching The Shard develop on a daily basis was also a real privilege, a story I’m sure I’ll bore my children with as they grow up.

With the ongoing development of London Bridge Station, Neo Bankside, Elephant & Castle and New Bermondsey, it is certainly an exciting time! It’s also little wonder we are seeing so many new buyers and tenants looking and moving into the area.

Perhaps the reason I love the area so much is that it reminds me of the community I was part of growing up. u

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Nuts About Eltham Nuts About Property

Our new Eltham office is officially launching 12th Sept!

50% discount on our standard sales & lettings fees for a limited time.* Call your local property experts for a free valuation.

Eltham Office

18 Well Hall Road, Eltham, London SE9 6SF

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A HOME WITH A VIEW...

Coming Soon A collection of 3, 4 & 5 bedroom luxury homes set within a private gated development in Kemsing, Sevenoaks.

To register your early interest, please contact:

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Dartmouth Grove, SE10 £3,750,000 Freehold An 8 bedroom Georgian house with garden, parking and annex. EPC: Listed

Dutton Street, SE10 £1,050,000 Freehold An extremely spacious four bedroom end of terrace period house. EPC: E

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Vertex Tower, Harmony Place, SE10 £825,000 Leasehold A 14th floor three bedroom apartment with balcony and parking. EPC: B

Lee Road, SE3 £3,950,000 Freehold A detached five bedroom Georgian family home. EPC: Listed

Greenwich Sales 020 3092 5899

Blackheath 020 3305 6488

Westcombe Park Road, SE3 £1,825,000 Freehold A lovely four bedroom detached family home. EPC: D

Glenluce Road, SE3 £1,399,999 Freehold A five bedroom, three bathroom Victorian house. EPC: E

Blackheath 020 3305 6488

Blackheath Sales 020 3305 6488

Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

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Stratheden Road, SE3 £1950 pcm Unfurnished (Charges Apply)* A superb light and spacious two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. EPC: B

Micheldever Road, SE12 £3250 pcm Unfurnished (Charges Apply)* A substantial five/six bedroom family home. EPC: E

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

Vanbrugh Park, SE3 £1450 pcm Furnished (Charges Apply)* An extremely well presented one bedroom conversion apartment. EPC: D

Crooms Hill, SE10 £1,212 pw Unfurnished (Charges Apply)* A stunning six bedroom Grade II listed Georgian town house. EPC:

Blackheath Lettings 020 3302 5508

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

Winforton Street , SE10 £520 pw Unfurnished (Charges Apply)* A well presented three bedroom mid-terrace family house. EPC: D

Drakefell Road, SE14 £600 pw Unfurnished (Charges Apply)* A stunning Victorian semi-detached three bedroom house. EPC: E

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

Greenwich Lettings 020 3302 0718

*Tenant Charges Tenants should note that as well as rent, an administration charge of £216 (Inc. VAT) per property and a referencing charge of £54 (Inc. VAT) per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit www.hamptons.co.uk/rent/tenant-charges

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FAMOUS PLACES

Every square mile of London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. Each month a clutch of these go on the market. Here are the more recent ones with a famous connection Words NI G EL L EWI S

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ONE OF THE FIRST FROM FOSTER

Hampstead ll you need is a passing interest in Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s architecture to recognise the name Norman Foster.

Particularly if you work near his most famous creations such as The Gherkin, Millennium Bridge or City Hall.

But, for the more ardent Foster fan, a piece of his early design work is now up for sale: a two-bedroom townhouse in Hampstead. The converted coach house is a rare project from him and was commissioned early on in his

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£6m

THIS PROPERTY SAW ENOUGH ESPIONAGE TO KEEP THE KEENEST DOUBLE-AGENT BUSY

WHERE HIPSTERS FIRST GATHERED

Shoreditch hile Florence and the Machine headlined at Glastonbury this summer, we must remember the days they played small gigs at a tea room in Shoreditch. The 1940s-themed establishment, called Time for Tea, was within a quirky Georgian house, which is now for sale.

In its noughties hey-day, the property was used as a gathering place for London’s first hipsters and featured in several period TV productions and fashion shoots.

Dramas filmed inside the building include ITV’s The Bletchley Circle and the BBC’s The Long Firm, which cast it as a 60s Soho porn shop. It was also used in a Vogue spread with Lily Cole.

The owner, modern-day dandy and ‘King of Shoreditch’ Johnny Vercoutre, paid £95,000 for the then derelict building in 1995. It’s now on the market for £2.35m. u Fyfe Mcdade 020 7613 4044; fyfemcdade.com

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THE SPY HOUSE THAT SAVED US?

Chelsea

he murky world of the spy rarely gets a public airing, but this property in Chelsea saw enough espionage comings and goings to keep the keenest double-agent busy.

Situated on Upper Cheyne Row, this is the former home of Greville Wynne, who became one of Britain’s foremost spies during the Cold War. Having met senior Russian military intelligence officer, Colonel Oleg Penkovsky, Wynne got hold of huge amounts of intelligence that would prove to be of immense value during

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the Cuban Missile Crisis. While Penkovsky is often referred to as the “spy who saved the world,” one could argue Wynne did.

The property, which has a southfacing garden and roof terrace, comes with a private one-bed cottage at the rear and is on the market for £6m. u Russell Simpson 020 7225 0277; russellsimpson.co.uk

BOXING HISTORY GOES UNDER THE HAMMER

Old Kent Road oxing legend Sir Henry Cooper was a familiar face on TV for decades; both as a commentator and promoter of everything from cereal to aftershave, once urging the nation to “splash it all over”.

The former British, European and Commonwealth heavyweight champion trained in a boxing gym above this Old Kent Road boozer in the ‘50s and ‘60s. Muhammed Ali and Joe Frazier also dropped by for sparring practice, and there’s a blue plaque outside of the pub, The Thomas A Becket, unveiled by ‘Our Enery’ in 2007. The property is up for auction by Savills with a guide price of £1.9m. u Savills 020 7824 9091; savills.co.uk

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FIVE-BEDROOM HOUSE, RANDOLPH ROAD, MAIDA VALE CONSERVATION AREA, W9, £13.95M. ASTON CHASE 020 7724 4724

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CONSERVATION CRAZY Is London becoming one huge conservation area?

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ou may not realise it but more and more areas of London are being hyperprotected from change. There are 1,014 conservation areas in London (out of 10,000 nationally) that are increasingly eating up streets in the capital – with new areas being proposed in Brockley, South London as well as Dalston and Stratford.

Some boroughs are keener than others: Lambeth, Tower Hamlets, Richmond-upon-Thames and Westminster all have more than 50 conservation areas – the average is around 30 – while Barking and Dagenham have just four. Croydon gets the top gong though, with nine of its 20 conservation areas created during a flurry of activity during 2008. Yet London is unique: it’s the only city in which Historic England can designate conservation areas as well as local planning authorities.

But what exactly is a conservation area? Officially, it’s an area of ‘special historic or architectural interest,’ but they vary enormously and include small passageways, parks, industrial and transport heritage sites, remnants of small villages, town centres and, sometimes, entire areas – West Putney being a good example. Some

FIGURES SHOW THAT CONSERVATION IS GOOD FOR HOUSE PRICES

are stranger, like Botwell in Hayes, which contains the site of Nestlé’s former coffee factory.

So, what is it like to live in a conservation area? One thing is for sure: figures show that conservation is good for house prices. In 2012 the London School of Economics (LSE) completed an exhaustive study of house prices and the results were eye-popping: raw data showed that conservation areas had a price premium of 23.1%, while even those waiting to become one were 16.5% more expensive than surrounding areas. Even if you take out factors such as existing architectural beauty and location, the research showed that even at a most conservative estimate, the price boost is between 8.5% and 9.5%.

Also, conservation areas tend to rise in value faster than others – by 0.2%.

What’s also interesting is that the people who live in conservation areas don’t mind the sometimes draconian architectural and planning laws that come with residency. The LSE canvassed residents in ten different areas and most, regardless of the downsides, appreciated their green, residential environment, neighbourliness and community spirit. These qualities must be amazing as the rules of living in a conservation are tough.

For example, Hounslow’s conservation area around Gunnersbury Gardens Estate and Bedford Park regulates a range of alterations that include extensions, minor works, extra porches, exterior painting, new fencing, vehicle access and hardstanding – many changes that outside a conservation area would be allowed.

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SEVEN-BEDROOM HOUSE, MANVILLE ROAD, HEAVER CONSERVATION AREA, SW17, £2.75M. SAVILLS CLAPHAM, 020 8673 4111

Conservation areas are not always leafy suburbs, with 85% of Westminster and 70% of Kensington and Chelsea protected within a conservation area. Meanwhile the early Georgian streets in the Elder Street conservation area, Spitalfields were recently saved from the developers’ wrecking ball.

But what do you do if you have a more modest development proposal? The overriding question you need to ask yourself is whether the changes will ‘enhance’ or ‘preserve’ the area’s character. For example, an innovative new-build might enhance the area while an ugly extension wouldn’t preserve it. You have to “carefully assess what’s there, and how your new design measures up against the existing,” says Housebuilding & Renovating magazine’s design expert, Pete Tonks. But whether such considerations stretch to the world of aspic preservation, is for you to decide. u

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BlackheathQuarter Royal Borough of Greenwich

A stunning collection of apartments and townhouses Only 15 minutes from London Bridge* Merlin Court - 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with exclusive access to first class facilities

Handley Drive Townhouses limited collection now available

Merlin Court offers an outstanding choice of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments located at the contemporary Blackheath Quarter.

Residents will benefit from a range of facilities including a bespoke swimming pool, cinema room, gym, treatment room and 24 hour Concierge.

Handley Drive townhouses offers a limited collection of freehold, three storey four bedroom homes located at the contemporary Blackheath Quarter. Residents will benefit from a range of facilities including a bespoke swimming pool, cinema room, gym, treatment room and 24 hour Concierge.

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Starting price ÂŁ850,000

Call 020 3813 5368 Sales & Marketing Suite and Show Apartment now open daily 10am to 6pm (Thursdays until 8pm).

Wallace Court, 40 Tizzard Grove, London SE3 9FD

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Prices and details correct at time of going to press. *Source: www.tfl.gov.uk

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oliverfield.co.uk

0208 297 1812

BENNETT PARK SE3

BLACKHEATH ROAD SE10

A beautifully presented 2 bedroom top floor conversion flat in the heart of Blackheath Village. The property comprises 2 double bedrooms, well fitted, fully equipped kitchen, and good size lounge diner with large bathroom WC with shower over the bath.

The property benefits wooden floors, neutral décor and GCH.

A wonderful Victorian conversion flat arranged over the upper floors of this impressive terraced house. Accommodation comprises 3 bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room, well fitted kitchen/ breakfast room and family bathroom. The property benefits from period features, wood floors and partial double glazed sash windows.

£1,675 PCM | 2 Bedrooms, Unfurnished

£1,850 PCM | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms

Oliver Field Associates is a leading, independent, professional letting agents in Blackheath Village.

The company was formed in 1989 and as such is one of the most well established agents in the area. Our residential lettings service is renowned for its professionalism and attention to detail, always acting in the best interests of the landlord and tenant alike. Offering informed, honest and impartial advice in all aspects of lettings, including a finding tenant only and full management service.

If you are thinking of letting your property in Blackheath, Greenwich or the surrounding areas contact a member of our team of experienced property professionals to help you.

FREE VALUATIONS AND NO LET - NO FEE. APPLICANTS CURRENTLY SEEKING 1, 2 & 3 BED PROPERTIES.

OUR OFFICES ARE OPEN MONDAY TO FRIDAY 9.30AM TO 6PM AND SATURDAY 10AM TO 5PM OR FIND US ON THE WEB AT RIGHTMOVE, ZOOPLA OR OLIVERFIELD.CO.UK

THE LETTING SPECIALIST LETTING@OLIVERFIELD.CO.UK

37 Tranquil Vale, Blackheath, SE3 0BU | 0208 297 1812

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PROPERTY / PRICE COMPARISON £

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YOU WILL NOTICE SOMETHING ABOUT THESE AREAS: THEY ARE ALL OUTSIDE OF CENTRAL LONDON

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DIFFICULT TO FIND Overall it’s difficult to find a property like this in London. There are only 632 for sale at the time of writing across the whole of the Capital – an indication of the property ‘drought’ many agents are talking about – there is much

BEST POSTCODES I examined each of London’s 117 postcodes and searched for two bedroom apartments with gardens (or access to communal gardens) for under £500,000 on the three main property portals, including recent arrival www.OnTheMarket.com.

A wealth of fascinating trends emerged. The postcode with the largest number of these properties is N10, better known as Willesden, while next on the list is NW4 (Hendon) with 23, SE19 (Crystal Palace) with 22, SE15 (Peckham) with 21, and SW2 (Brixton) also 21.

You will notice something about these areas: they are all outside of central London. And, until relatively recently, they were not sought-after neighbourhoods, but are now.

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s one of your guilty pleasures watching househunting TV programmes such as Location, Location, Location on catch-up? If it is, then you will be familiar with a common thread: the young couple looking for their first home together. And invariably that means a two bedroom apartment with a garden. But in London, unless you have a hefty joint income or family money behind you, properties are increasingly difficult to find – with or without Phil Spencer’s help.

So, in a bid to help desperate dualbedroomed des-res seekers, here’s my research on where you should concentrate your hunt – and where it’s probably not worth bothering.

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Find me... a two bedroom garden flat for under £500,000

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competition for properties like these. So where do you find them – or rather, not? They are particularly difficult to locate in West London (with the exception of Acton, Wimbledon, Tooting, Wandsworth and Streatham), while in East London, don’t bother other than in Bow, Leytonstone and Poplar.

In North London they are rare except, as mentioned, in Hendon and Willesden.

But it’s south of the river that you should venture if you want a good choice – South and South West London are where they’re at, reflecting this part of London’s lower house prices and greater number of Victorian apartments and new-builds.

In particular you should make for Blackheath, Brockley, Kennington, Lewisham, Peckham, Crystal Palace, Anerley, East Dulwich and West Norwood, all of which feature flats of this kind in double figures.

If you want a two-bedroom apartment with a garden for under £500,000 near to central London then there really only three choices Bethnall Green, which has a handful of ex-council examples, and Notting Hill and Shepherd’s Bush which offer, again, exclusively former local authority properties. u

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ST AGNES PLACE

PERFECT LOCATION A STUNNING COLLECTION OF 3 & 4 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES AND 1, 2 & 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS ON THE EDGE OF KENNINGTON PARK.

LAUNCHING AUTUMN 2015 REGISTER YOUR INTEREST WWW.STAGNESPLACE.CO.UK

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SUPERIOR SETTING SURPRISINGLY CENTRAL Coming soon, a collection of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments, set around landscaped grounds and woodland, and just a short walk from Canada Water station in zone 2, taking you to Canary Wharf in minutes.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST WWW.QUEBECQUARTER.COM

Canada Water Jubilee (Zone 2)

Bond Street Jubilee 12 mins

Bank Jubilee > Northern 10 mins

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GREENWICH SOUTH STREET, SE10 FOR RENT

Beautiful 4 bedroom house

£3,500 pcm

An exceptional & rarely available 3/4 bedroom Victorian house offering versatile living & entertaining spaces, ideally situated in the Ashburnham Conservation Area close to Greenwich town centre & within a 5 minute walk of mainline/ DLR stations. Available part-furnished, mid-September.

Turner Lane offer all our Landlords an unbeatable one-to-one personalised letting and management service no matter the size of your property.

Support an established local independent business who will go the extra mile to ensure your property is matched with the perfect tenants.

ROAN COURTYARD, SE10 FOR RENT

Superb 1 bedroom apartment

£1,450 pcm

A wonderful top floor split-level apartment located in this attractive Grade II listed school conversion in West Greenwich and offering an abundance of period character combined with modern fixtures and fittings.

Also includes secure parking. Available par t-furnished, early September.

www.turnerlane.co.uk

0208 858 3332

3 Greenwich South Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 8NW

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105,091 seaside homes 5,684 have a sea view

“ Seaside homes” are defined as homes in seaside towns in the UK that are listed for rent or sale on Zoopla. Seaside homes that “have a sea view” are the those that have “sea view” / “view of the sea” / “ocean view” / “view of the ocean” as keywords in their listing. Zoopla data extracted on 6 July 2015.

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PROPERTY / EXPERT ADVICE

SAYRHA ELAHI From Colman Coyle gives her expert advice on all your legal property questions Q

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WE ARE A BLOCK OF FOUR FLATS WITH 99 YEAR LEASES. THE FREEHOLD HAS BEEN SOLD WITHOUT BEING OFFERED TO US. WHAT CAN WE DO?

The Right of First Refusal under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987 may apply.

To qualify: 1. Your building must contain at least two flats.

2. Commercial premises must not comprise more than 50% of the building.

3. More than 50% of the flats in the building must be held by ‘qualifying tenants’.

YOU SEEM TO FULFIL 1 & 3 ABOVE Assuming that you fulfil all three requirements then where the freehold has been sold and the statutory requirements have not been met, this is an illegal disposal. It is a criminal offence to make a ‘relevant disposal’ without offering the Right of First Refusal to the qualifying tenants.

You and your fellow leaseholders may have rights of enforcement against the new

Professional Inventory Clerks landlord and may be able to take the benefit of the contract between the old and new, which means that the new landlord can be compelled to sell the freehold interest to you at the same price.

You must act swiftly however, as any action must be taken within six months of discovery.

Certain transfers are exempt, such as between family members, a trust or to an associated company provided that the company has been associated with the landlord for at least two years. u

Contact property solicitor Sayrha Elahi with no obligation on 020 7354 3000 or email sayrha.elahi@colmancoyle.com

Property Inventory service for letting agents, landlords and tenants in London, Kent, Hertfordshire, Essex and Surrey.

Our experienced clerks deliver very detailed, high-quality reports quickly and efficiently.

0208 857 6665 admin@smart-inventory.co.uk www.smart-inventory.co.uk

80 Upper Street, Islington, N1; colmancoyle.com

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GREENWICH SOUTH STREET, GREENWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

4 Bedrooms Double fronted regency Villa Office/summer house Beautifully finished throughout

£4,500 per calendar month Unfurnished For more information, call Charlotte Russell 020 8858 9944 or email charlotte.russell@eu.jll.com

22 College Approach Greenwich SE10 9HY

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Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

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ANNANDALE ROAD, GREENWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Detached House Detached garage

Guide price £1,475,000 Freehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8858 9986 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

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22 College Approach Greenwich SE10 9HY

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TIZZARD GROVE, BLACKHEATH SE4 ● ● ● ●

3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Large balcony Underfloor heating

£2,250 per calendar month Furnished For more information, call Sarah Kyriakides 020 8852 8855 or email sarah.kyriakides@eu.jll.com

8 Montpelier Vale Blackheath SE3 0TA

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Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please ask for details of our charges.

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ATRIUM HEIGHTS, DEPTFORD SE8 ● ● ● ●

2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Wraparound balcony 6th Floor

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Far reaching views 0.4 miles to Cutty Sark DLR Presented in showroom condition Open plan lounge

Guide price £595,000 Leasehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8858 9986 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

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