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ugust is the best month in London.

Everyone might not agree, but for me the lack of traffic, the lack of people on the pavements and the noticably slower pace of life creates a holiday vibe right here at home.

Also, August is by extension just slightly anarchic. Our magazine is featuring a wide variety of different things this month, maybe not anarchic but perhaps a touch random. We meet Jess Morris of Rockins to discuss her retro rock'n'roll look and head to Petersham Nurseries to learn

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the tamer art of planting lamps we are desperately coveting, while addressing the annual problem of what to do with the children during the summer holidays. We've found a few choice urban activities to entertain them, and you'll find these along with our usual mix of local events, fashion, beauty, travel and property in the following pages.

We hope you enjoy the issue. ◆

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BIMBA Y LOL A

Bimba Y Lola’s luxe separates have made the fashion industry sit up and take note. The SS17 collection effortlessly blends tradition with modernity. bimbaylola.com

Lighten Up

White trousers are this summer’s tricky-to-pull-off statement piece. Dip a toe into the trend with Rejina Pyo’s denim pair. With a high waist and wide leg, simplicity is key with these. £325; farfetch.com

PATISSERIE PLAY

The slogan tee gets a tasty twist with this croissant number from Moulin. Perfect paired with weekend denim and summer slides. £45; farfetch.com

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Growing up in Oman, Sophie Anderson became fascinated by traditional craftsmanship and vibrant fabrics. Her ‘Ana’ bag is woven from raffia in Rivierainspired stripes for a touch of that coveted mediterranean chic. £190; net-a-porter.com

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ABSOLUTELY / LOVES COS

COS creates fashion pieces that are made to last beyond the season.

The SS17 collection is simple and structured.

A minimalist flare sends a statement. cosstores.com

THE BOTANIST

Nine classic gin botanicals and 22 hand-foraged herbs and flowers come together to create this floral gin with an outstanding finish. £34.99; waitrose.com

EYE SPY

Tom Davies' London collection provides a modern twist to the classic aviator. With a delicate metal frame and multiple colourways they suit all face shapes and styles.

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Celebrating Scent

To celebrate 50 years, Diptyque has created a special range blended with damp mosses, crumpled blackcurrant leaves and sun-dried fig. The intriguing scent perfectly encapsulates the brand’s rich heritage. £190; selfridges.com

STEP BACK

The 90s mule has made a comeback and with Mansur Gavriel’s walkable block heels and stylish crisscross straps, what's not to love? They add the perfect pop of colour to elevate mono-tonal looks. £325; net-a-porter.com

Colour Pop

Simplicity at it’s best, this minimal design from Cluse adds a trend-lend, playful detail to any outfit. The brand’s new summer '17 collection delivers interchangeable straps and a wideranging colour spectrum. £79; clusewatches.com

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A major exhibition at Brighton Museum Admission payable Members free John Constable, R.A. (1776-1837) Seascape study: boat and stormy sky ca.1824-1828 © Royal Academy of Arts, London Photographer: John Hammond

REGENCY SEASON at the Royal Pavilion & Museums JANE AUSTEN BY THE SEA 17 JUNE 2017– 8 JANUARY 2018

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THE MOST POPULAR ART EXHIBITION EVER This summer, Grayson Perry presents a groundbreaking exhibition of new work at the Serpentine Gallery. Aptly titled, The Most Popular Art Exhibition Ever, this one is not-to-be-missed. 9 June-10 September. serpentinegalleries.org

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PRIDE & PREJUDICE 2 - 3 Au g u s t Ro s e T he a tre Ki ngs to n hen two wealthy bachelors arrive in town, Mrs Bennet becomes set on W marrying off her eldest daughters.

Jane Austen’s classic masterpiece is brought to life in a sparkling new adaptation performed in the stunning gardens of Manor House School. u 24-26 High Street, KT1; rosetheatrekingston.org

THE RAILWAY CHILDREN Fro m 2 9 Au g u s t Ri c hm o nd T he a tre he Railway Children is thrillingly retold in a stunning new stage T production. E. Nesbit's best-loved tale, made famous by the iconic 1970 movie, delivers a compelling coming-of-age story and a fascinating insight into rural Edwardian life.

An uplifting theatrical experience for all ages. u Little Green, TW9; atgtickets.com

Grayson Perry On goin g Serpentine G aller ies

Grayson Perry presents this major exhibition of new work that touches on themes of popularity and art, masculinity and the current cultural landscape. Working in a variety of media such as ceramics, cast iron, bronze and tapestry, Perry is best known for his ability to combine delicately crafted objects with scenes of contemporary life.

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NIGHT SAFARIS 4 - 2 5 Au g u s t WW T L o ndo n We tl a nd C e ntre xperience the wild and wonderful side of the WWT London Wetland E Centre on an exciting night adventure. Kids will build dens, explore the centre, listen to wildlife, look out for bats and learn how to recognise stars in the night sky. u Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, SW13; wwt.org.uk

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

OLIVER TWIST

Un ti l 5 Au g u s t Re ge nt’s Pa rk O p e n Ai r T he a tre lease sir, can I have some more?

P Take a riotous journey through the streets of London to discover the original story of Victorian London's most famous orphan. Directed by Caroline Byrne, Oliver Twist created for everyone aged six and over is fun for the whole family. Royal Court playwright Anya Reiss' adaptation brings Dickens' story to a whole new audience. It will have you on the edge of your seat and wanting more. u Inner Circle, NW1; openairtheatre.com

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Immerse yourself in the richness and vibrancy of Indian culture. Visitors will be treated to live Bollywood dancing and Indian henna artistry, as well as a feast of Indian street food. The focal point will be the screening of two much-loved films that bring together the best of British Asian and contemporary Bollywood cinema; Bend It Like Beckham and Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.

O ngoi ng Ap ollo T he at re ienna Miller stars as Maggie S alongside Jack O’Connell as Brick in this poetic story of a family’s fight for survival. On a steamy night in Mississippi, a Southern family gather at their cotton plantation to celebrate Big Daddy’s birthday. The summer heat is almost as oppressive as the lies they tell. With the future of the family at stake, which version of the truth is real – and which will win out? u Shaftesbury Avenue, W1D; youngvicwestend.com

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n a distant island a man waits. Robbed of his position, power and wealth, his enemies have left him in isolation.

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this ground-breaking production that uses today’s most advanced technology in a bold reimagining of Shakespeare’s magical play. A truly unforgettable theatre experience. u Silk Street, EC2Y; barbican.org.uk

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Two enchanting shows at Kew Gardens this summer for children of all ages

The The Wind in the Fairies Willows Dream Adventure through Bubble Land

The Wind in the Willows is Kenneth Grahame's classic story of life on the riverbank. A rollicking yet gentle adventure with best friends Ratty, Mole, Badger, Otter and, of course, the arrogant, vain and hilarious Toad.

This critically acclaimed, outdoor theatre production set against the magical backdrop of Kew Gardens’ lake, is packed with much-loved colourful characters, music, song and laughter. There is fun for young and old alike as the Head Chief Rabbit transforms your young ones into rabbits with a waggle of the ears and a wiggle of the nose. The young rabbits then join in the riverbank adventure with fun-filled laughs and surprises along the way. A favourite of children everywhere, this is interactive theatre at its very best. Come along and be part of the adventure! Suitable for adults and children of all ages.

In The Dream Fairies, the adventurous Honeysuckle unexpectedly meets the fairies from Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Honeysuckle has lost her wings and the Dream Fairies – cheeky Mustardseed, fluttery Moth, daring Cobweb and sweet Peaseblossom – have flown off course on their way to Fairy Land. Together, with the help of all the little elves and fairies, they go on an adventure through Bubble Land to find Honeysuckle’s wings and the special map to guide them home. Small children are invited to come dressed as fairies or elves.

Suitable for children aged 3–8, this production is an interactive adventure full of sing-along, clap-along songs plus bubbles, acrobatics and, of course, a sprinkle of magic dust that will enthral the young ones throughout the school holidays.

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ARTS & CULTURE / AGENDA

Dovima with Sacha, cloche and suit by Balenciaga, Café des Deux Magots, Paris, 1955. Photograph by Richard Avedon © The Richard Avedon Foundation

Alberta Tiburzi in 'envelope' dress by Cristóbal Balenciaga, Harper's Bazaar, June 1967 © Hiro 1967

Balenciaga SHAPING FASHION

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ristóbal Balenciaga was indisputably one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. Revered by his contemporaries, including Coco Chanel and Hubert de Givenchy, his exquisite craftsmanship, pioneering use of fabric and innovative cutting set the tone for the modernity of late 20th century fashion.

Now the V&A has opened the first ever

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exhibition exploring the work of this illustrious designer and the influence he continues to have on modern fashion.

It is the first of its kind to look at Balenciaga’s unique approach to designing and showcases pieces by his protégés and contemporary designers working in the same innovative way today.

The exhibition marks the centenary of the opening of Balenciaga’s first fashion house in San Sebastian and the 80th anniversary of the opening of his famous fashion house in Paris.

Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion focuses on the latter part of Balenciaga’s long career in the 1950s and 1960s, arguably one of his most creative periods. It was during these years that he not only dressed some of the most renowned women of the time, but also introduced revolutionary shapes including the tunic, the sack, the baby doll and the shift dress – all of which remain style staples today. Highlights include ensembles made by Balenciaga for Hollywood actress Ava Gardner, dresses and hats belonging to socialite and 1960s fashion icon Gloria Guinness, and pieces worn by one of the world’s wealthiest women, Mona von Bismarck, who commissioned everything from ballgowns to gardening shorts from the couturier.

The exhibition exemplifies his lasting impact on fashion through the work of those who trained with him and those who reflect the legacy of his vision today. ◆ On now until 18 February 2018, Victoria & Albert Museum, Cromwell Road, SW7; vam.ac.uk

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BLUE SKY THINKING Nothing says ‘holiday’ better than MARCH11’s richly embroidered blouses and dresses. Inspired by wanderlust and memories of travels past, the brand’s stunning pieces are inspired by local artisanal techniques.

Buy now and love forever. march11.us

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Alexa Chung’s long-awaited collection, kimono chic, white jeans and lace-ups Wo r d s j oy m o n t g o m e r y

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NADYA SHAH

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hen it-girl Poppy Delevingne was papped wearing an intricately embroidered Aztec print cape, the fashion world sat up. The designer, it transpired, was the relatively unknown Nadya Shah.

Covering dresses, tops, coats and capes, Nadya Shah’s designs are characterised by a contemporary spin on folkloric embroidery.

Sourcing ethical, handwoven fabrics from her native Pakistan, the designer is passionate about championing sustainable fashion.

Her label provides long term employment opportunities for artisans in her hometown.

“From architecture to flocked wallpaper, old Cecil Beaton books to vintage ornaments, I’m constantly inspired by the old and the new”, Shah explains. “Although my creative process has evolved over the years, I’ve always worked very visually. Starting with sketching ideas and creating mood boards, my research has developed onto the treatment of materials and constructions of silhouettes. I love experimenting with techniques and embroidery, constantly challenging myself and pushing the boundaries of what can be done.”

Spotted on a number of famous faces, Shah’s designs act as a pièce de résistance to any ensemble. Make like Poppy and pair the Dhalia Cape with dressed-down denim and a billowing blouse for festival-ready style. Or, for a cool alternative to a summer cocktail dress, try the Lina Fuchsia Nomad Jacket. The chinoiserie embellishment gives a nod to this season’s oriental trend - all it needs is an crisp shirt, culottes and heeled sandals. ◆ nadyashah.com

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Brit Girl Alexa Chung

After months of anticipation, Alexa Chung’s eponymous fashion label has officially launched into the fashion sphere.

Described as a combination of “Parisian chic with a New York edge”, plus a “very British sense of humour”, there’s no doubt that Chung’s transatlantic collection packs as much charm and character as the woman herself. alexachung.com

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PICK ROBED IN STYLE Zara

This season Hillier Bartley and Attico have both embraced the decorative charm of the kimono. The SS17 look is all about fusing the traditional Japanese silhouette with the aristocratic eccentricity of a silk dressing gown. Zara’s stunning blue iteration will look a million dollars with tasseled, shoulder-grazing earrings and kitten heels; £59.99. zara.com

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LACE-UP BUYS & OTHER STORIES

Cotton Lace-up Dress £65; stories.com

SCANDI COOL Arket

From the people that brought you H&M comes Arket, the new lifestyle label that everyone's talking about. Meaning ‘a sheet of paper’ in Swedish, the brand will focus on sustainability, durability and quality in men’s, women’s and children’s fashion and homeware. The brand’s Instagram page reveals shots of chic yet simple separates – but all we can say is, watch this space. arket.com

EQUIPMENT

Knox Lace-Up Striped Cotton Shirt £230; lyst.com

MARQUES' ALMEIDA

Asymmetric Lace-Up Cotton-Jersey Top £240; net-a-porter.com

ARTHOUSE Pe o p l e T r e e x V& A

Ethical fashion brand People Tree have joined forces with the V&A to create an eight-piece capsule collection that celebrates the beauty of the museum’s eclectic archives. Inspired by 1930s style, the limited edition line will be made from printed organic cotton and features a number of timeless and elegantly grown-up pieces; from £75. peopletree.co.uk

TOPSHOP

Moto Lace-Up Cropped Wide Leg Jeans £46; topshop.com

WHITE OUT DL 1961

Forget sloaney skinnies and school run mums, because white jeans have been given a cool-girl makeover this season.

They key is to stick to rigid denim and wide leg, high-waisted silhouettes to avoid any Liz Hurley connotations. DL 1961’s white Hepburn jeans tick all the boxes. Style with a retro, colour-match tee, heeled mules and sculptural earrings; £180. asos.com

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Lace-Up Stretch-Canvas Midi Skirt - Blush £1,320; shopstyle.co.uk

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ROCK ROLL QUEEN Absolutely meets Jess Morris, one half of the design duo behind fashion brand Rockins Wo r d s b y j oy m o n t g o m e r y

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against the neighbouring brands; a fashion microcosm that transports us to a world of glam rock, groupies and 1970s Bohemia.

In non-stretch denim, white tee and skinny scarf, Morris is a pure personification of the brand. ‘We were going to do vinyl for next season’, she muses, spotting my high shine vinyl trousers. ‘About six months ago Julia Hobbs from Vogue told me “do vinyl and do it quick!” I just didn’t do it quick enough’, she adds with a throaty laugh. This casual name-dropping of the stylish and the starstudded turns out to be a recurring theme throughout our conversation, littering her memories and offering a glimpse into the impressive social network of this fashion PR-turned-designer.

f you thought rock and roll was dead then clearly you haven’t met Jess Morris and Tim Rockins. Both tousle-haired and denim-clad, you’d be forgiven for thinking they’d just stepped off the Glastonbury stage. In fact, this inimitable couple are the brains behind fashion brand Rockins. Eat your heart out Kooples, because these guys are the real deal.

I meet Jess Morris, one half of the design duo, in the sartorial melting pot that is a fashion PR’s headquarters. We pass rail upon rail of high-end wares before finding Morris standing sentinel beside a line-up of Rockins’ latest designs.

Even in such neutral surroundings both designer and collection stand out

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Jess Morris

The Rockins love affair began after Tim and Jess met in Notting Hill, working as an illustrator/DJ and fashion PR, respectively. Fast forward a few years and they find themselves at home with two kids wondering what to do next.

Describing themselves as ‘very Good Life’, the creative pair were known for their homemade Christmas presents - everything from Monopoly boards to bespoke vinyl music covers - and one year they created a small run of 1920s inspired silk scarves. Little did they know that Rockins had just been born.

'The scarves were our entry point into the fashion industry’, Morris explains.

‘Tim and I were always looking for those old 1920s scarves that people wore in the 1970s - it’s the aesthetic we love and what our rock and roll heroes were always wearing - but they just weren’t available.

Within two to three seasons our scarves were in so many stores. We caught the wave’.

It’s worth noting that among the group of friends who received the first Rockins scarf were fashion royalty Kate Moss, Jamie Hince and Katie England. As a result Rockins appeared in high profile fashion editorials and even around the neck of Mossy herself. Now that’s what you call promotional gold dust.

The collection is a visual MASH-UP of morris’ love of VINTAGE FASHION and her HUSBAND'S URBAN AESTHETIC

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Following the success of the scarves, in 2016 Rockins moved into ready-to-wear, selling everything from printed tees and silk shirts to waistcoats and non-stretch denim. Irreverent yet stylish, luxe yet laid-back, the collection is a visual mashup of Morris’ love of vintage fashion and her husband’s urban aesthetic. ‘We’re heavily influenced by music, it inspires everything we do’, Jess explains. ‘Tim is an ‘80s kid and brings a street vibe to the brand, while I’m stuck in the ‘70s'.

This love for all things retro can be traced back to Morris’ childhood,

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Limited to editions of 280, our newly-commissioned Art Deco posters feature glamorous holiday destinations around the world, ski resorts in the Austrian, French and Swiss Alps, and the world’s greatest historic automobiles. Over 100 designs to choose from, all printed on 100% cotton fine art paper, measuring 97 x 65 cms.

Priced at £395 each.

Private commissions are also welcome.

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FASHION / INTERVIEW spending Saturdays working at her Mum’s vintage store. ‘I always loved going to jumble sales - you would put your hand in and come out with all these 1950s fabrics and Victorian lace’, she recalls.

‘This was the 1970s and everyone looked fantastic because they were wearing second-hand clothes. It was like an amazing dressing up box’.

It’s clear that this immersion in the world of time-worn objects has become embedded in the brand’s DNA. How does Jess reconcile this nostalgia with the fast pace of the modern fashion industry?

‘Originally we said we’d only do two collections a year, all our denim would be well worn in and we’d spend time on customisation’, she says with a wry smile.

‘But it’s tricky when you have an agent constantly asking “what’s next?” and stores wanting newness every month.

There’s an impatience and demand in the fashion world that is unavoidable.

We’re just trying to keep our charm in a commercial world without selling out’.

Navigating the demands of a contemporary fashion brand might be tricky, but Jess and Tim have fought to hold onto their ‘charm’. From the packaging, which sees scarves folded into cassette boxes and 7-inch vinyls, to the ‘brandzine’, a print magazine inspired by

old music fanzines, you can’t help but be impressed by their dedication.

Rockins husband, Rockins home and even Rockins kids - yup, check out the brand’s Instagram page - Jess Morris is certainly living the Rockins life. ‘I had dinner with Vivienne [Westwood] on Monday night in Paris and she couldn't believe I was doing my own clothes line’, she says with unwavering casualness. Yet, despite her obvious successes, Jess still suffers from that all-too-familiar feeling of imposter syndrome. ‘Sometimes I feel like a fraud because I didn’t go to St Martins or train as a designer’, she explains. With such distinctive style, intuitive design skill and impressive contacts to boot, something tells us she’s going to be just fine. u rockins.co.uk

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FASHION / TREND ZARA Brown Suede Jacket, £179; zara.com

CHLOE Hudson Small Leather Shoulder Bag, £1,315; chloe.com

MANGO Printed Cotton T-Shirt, £15.99; shop.mango.com

TOPSHOP Montana Western Ankle Boots, £55; topshop.com

MIH JEANS Halsy Raw Denim MidRise Shorts, £145; matchesfashion.com

SAINT LAURENT Striped Breton Top, £408; farfetch.com

HUNTER Mini Top Clip Backpack, £225; hunterboots.com

& OTHER STORIES Rik Rak Top, £45; stories.com

STELLA MCCARTNEY Rowan Denim Shirt, £454; matchesfashion.com

ROCKINS SS17

TOPSHOP Feminist Sweatshirt, £24; topshop.com

ROCKINS Guns ‘N’ Rockins-Print Super-Skinny Scarf, £117; matchesfashion.com

ROCK N’ ROLL QUEEN MADEWORN The Rolling Stones Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt, £140; net-a-porter.com

Camp in style with Absolutely’s grown-up festival fashion edit B y J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

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HUNTER Garden Party Womens Original Tall Wellington Boots, £90; hunterboots.com

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TO ARRANGE A FREE FOOT ANALYSIS call: 020 8940 1814 email: richmond-surrey@footsolutions.com

Customised Support Crafted to exact contour of the foot

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GOOD TO GLOW For her first cruise collection Lucia Pica has created a make-up line which encapsulates the beauty and warmth of summer. A tribute to the brand’s inimitable founder, Les Indispensables de L’ete is composed of glowing face, lip, eye and nail products inspired by the earthy tones of sun-baked landscapes. chanel.com

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Quirky girl fragrance, Nars Orgasm, brow perfection and redness eliminators...

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ody hair removal is a necessary evil. Whether it’s before a holiday or that time of year when you finally shed your jeans, if you live in dread of ingrown hairs or waxing appointments, then you should bite the bullet and go for laser hair removal - a treatment which means you won’t have to do any of that for several years. Bliss.

In-the-know clients flock to Bodyvie in Richmond, a clean, quiet and highly professional clinic with secret weapon, Dr Weber, at the helm. With over 30 years of medical experience and a client list that includes beauty editors, actors and TV presenters, he has a wealth of knowledge in skincare. Weber has always had an eye on the pulse of what’s next in the world of aesthetics, so it’s no surprise that Bodyvie is the first UK clinic to offer the Bios Square Epil Laser.

This special laser treats every skin phototype at any time of year, offers high comfort during treatment sessions and has minimised downtime with safe and long-lasting results. Best of all, it can treat all skin types at speeds that are three times faster than its rivals. It hurts a little – but no way near as much as a wax and I can see results two weeks after the first session. I cannot believe I haven’t done this sooner. How many treatments you'll need depends on your skin and hair, but the team will prescribe the right course and a hair-free future can be yours. ◆ B O DY V I E

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MoveYourBody Whistles

Sport meets style for Whistles’ new activewear collection. Made of lightweight, performance stretch fabrics, the 17-piece collection is designed to blend seamlessly into your everyday wardrobe. From striped co-ords and Aztec detail bra tops, to dance sweats and easy all-in-ones, exercise never looked so appealing. whistles.com

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Gucci Bloom

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Alessandro Michele, Gucci Creative Director and king of quirky girl chic, has released his first fragrance.

‘Bloom’ contains notes of tuberose and jasmine, offering a complex, woody finish. This chic, millennial pink bottle is one to display on the dressing table; £72. gucci.com

REDNESS NEUTRALISERS

SKIN SCIENCE Nior London

Founded by Anika Patel, Nior London is the under-the-radar brand that has won our hearts with its beautiful packaging and results-driven skincare.

Each product addresses a specific concern and the Radiate SPF20 antiageing cream is our hero buy with its light, nourishing formula. nior.london

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SMASHBOX, Photo Finish Foundation Primer Colour Correcting Primer, £28; smashbox.co.uk

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URBAN DECAY, Naked Skin Colour Correcting Fluid, £19; urbandecay.co.uk

BLUSHING BEAUTY Nars Orgasm

Introducing Nars’ new Orgasm Liquid Blush. Inspired by the brand’s cult powder blusher, the silky formula is ideal for layering to create a perfectly natural flush. Infused with Monoi and Tamanu oils, this will stay on as long as you stay out; £23. narscosmetics.co.uk

HIGH BROW Beauty Edit Mayfair

Formulated to deliver effortlessly defined brows, this 10-piece collection uses pure pigmented shades to neutralise brassiness.

The result? Game-changing products that work in harmony with our natural colouring. nailsandbrows.me

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BECCA, Backlight Targeted Colour Corrector, £21; cultbeauty.co.uk

NYX, rofessional Makeup High Definition Finishing Powder, £9; boots.com

DIOR 2-in-1 Prime & Colour Correct, £23.50; dior.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS BUTTER LONDON

TAN-LUXE

The Face Illuminating Self Tan Drops, £35; tan-luxe.com

BronzerClutch Palette in True to Form, £28; lookfantastic.com

JAMES READ

Overnight Tan Sleep Mask Tan Face, £25; feelunique.com

NARS

Sun Wash Diffusing Bronzer in Laguna, £29; narscosmetics.co.uk

ZOEVA

Nude Spectrum Blush Palette, £15; selfridges.com

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The Butter, £20; qvcuk.com

ELIZABETH ARDEN

Sunset Bronze Prismatic Lip Gloss, £18; elizabetharden.co.uk

CHARLOTTE TILBURY

Overnight Bronze & Glow Mask, £38; charlottetilbury.com

CHANTECAILLE

Chrome Luxe Eye Duo in Monte Carlo, £48; spacenk.com

PIXI

Quick Fix Bronzer Velvet Bronze, £18; lookfantastic.com

Golden Girls

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Hula Bronzing Powder, £24.50; benefitcosmetics.com

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YOUR LIQUID DELICATESSEN

‘there’s more to life than beer, you know. But not much more.’

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LONDON LOVE-IN Featuring gastronomical delights and signature dishes from the city’s best restaurants, coffee houses, cocktail lounges and hole-in-the-wall gems, The London Cookbook packs in recipes from The River Café, Moro, Tom’s Kitchen, The Ivy, Ottolenghi, Smoking Goat and many, many, more.

The London Cookbook by Aleksandra Crapanzano, Sphere, £20, littlebrown.co.uk

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What to drink

GRAPE NEWS

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Wine recommendations for the month

London’s food news and delicious things to see you through August

By B E R RY B R OS . & R U D D

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2015 BERRY BROS. & RUDD COTES DU RHONE ROUGE £11.45 The Perrins have added their not inconsiderable skill to the already outstanding 2015 Rhone vintage and have crafted a delicious wine which is a rich, spicy and indulgent. This versatile foody wine will work with most red and white meats, cheese, and it's perfect for a BBQ. ◆

2016 DOMAINE LYRARAKIS, ASSYRTIKO £11.95 Clear varietal character with mouth-watering freshness.

On the nose, there’s a subtle stone-fruit character – more like the skin of a peach than the flesh – as well as aromas of ripe lime and melon.

A fitting accompaniment to fillet of sole. ◆

2016 ETNA ROSATO, GRACI, PASSOPISCIARO, SICILY £18.25 A vibrant, balanced wine with plenty of zest and mineral freshness. Its citrus and floral aromas, like all good Italian wines, work perfectly with a range of dishes, from antipasti, to light creamy pasta dishes. ◆

Summer Cocktails Fo x l o w C h i s w i c k

B E R RY B R OS . & R U D D

Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant, having traded from the same shop since 1698. Today the company also has offices in Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, a Wine School and an exclusive fine wine and dining venue in St James's. bbr.com

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Foxlow and Sipsmith have collaborated again this year to create a new range of moreish summer cocktails. The three new drinks all feature local produce or ingredients that would otherwise go to waste. Available until the end of August at Foxlow Chiswick, they’re also reasonably priced at £8.

11 Barley Mow Passage, W4 foxlow.co.uk

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PINK WINE Rock & Rose Rosé Bar

Local favourite Rock & Rose have launched their Rock & Rose Rosé Bar for summer.

Tuck into dishes from the Pan-Asian menu along with cocktails curated by mixologist, Adam Bozsoki. With the sun set to shine throughout the season, it’s the perfect way to make the most of balmy evenings.

106 - 108 Kew Road, TW9 rockandroserestaurant.com

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INSTA FOOD Ealing Park Tavern

Whether it's a classic Sunday roast or a pizza you’re after, Ealing Park Tavern has you covered. Running throughout summer, their Pizza & Bottomless booze offer every Saturday or the stunning Sunday garden roasts are a dream come true and have the added bonus of being easy on the pocket, too.

222 South Ealing Road, W5 ealingparktavern.com

PUB MAKEOVER

The best places to sip cocktails around London this month...

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01 JAILHOUSE BAR

Set within the five-star Courthouse Hotel, the Jailhouse Bar puts this Grade II listed building’s prison cells to use. Live DJs and an innovative cocktail menu make this one of London's latest and greatest nights out. courthouse-hotel.com

02 THE BOTHY

The Bothy is the latest addition to the renowned Drake & Morgan bar group, springing up in bustling busy Canary Wharf. The place promises a medley of seasonal dishes and quirky cocktails, with mixology classes on offer and an alfresco area to enjoy drakeandmorgan.co.uk

Pitcher & Piano

West London’s outdoor drinking scene just got a lot hotter thanks to the new look Pitcher & Piano in Richmond. Throw on a pair of shades while the temperature is up and head there for a glass of something cool and crisp. Post a fabulous makeover, the pub now boasts a stylish and leafy terrace and beer garden, making it the idyllic spot to kick back and soak up some rays.

11 Bridge Street, TW9 pitcherandpiano.com

03 SUPER LYAN

Ever ahead of the trend, Ryan Chetiyawardana and Iain Griffiths created ripples throughout London’s bar scene when they opened White Lyan in 2013. Now, this groundbreaking Hoxton bar has had a transformation with the launch of Super Lyan serving a collection of “Bitchin’ Classics”. superlyan.com

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SECRET GARDEN Sipsmith Secret Sipping Garden

Love gin? Then you’ll be in heaven at the Secret Sipping Garden. Distilled just a stone’s throw away, the partnership with Sipsmith includes a menu of summer serves - think drinks with Ealing Honey and Cold Brew Coffee - served up in the terrace space of Dicken’s Yard.

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NEW BARS

04 DEAD RABBIT

Irish founders, Sean Muldoon and Jack McGarry, describe the Dead Rabbit as ‘an Irish bar for the 21st Century’. It combines a neighbourhood taproom serving craft beer, punch and Irish whiskey, with a super refined cocktail parlour. claridges.co.uk

05 THE PRINCE OF PECKHAM

Prince Of Peckham is a pub for the people, featuring bottomless jerk wings, bottomless brunch and specially designed jerk roast by White Men Can't Jerk. Set to be a local favourite... princeofpeckham.co.uk

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Ealing Park Tavern pub & brewery

Taking the loved local to the ne xt level Book now for standout Roasts ser ved ever y Sunday this summer in our huge beer garden.

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FITNESS • SURFING • GOLFING • CYCLING WALKING • COSTEERING • EATING • CHILLING

Make the most of the dramatic north Cornish Coast and the buzzing surfing beach of Polzeath

With a stunning 18-hole golf course, North Cornwall's top Health Club, featuring an indoor pool, Spinning® room, fully equipped state-ofthe-art gym, dedicated new studio, tennis courts, restaurant with top reviews, accommodation ranging from one-bedroom apartments to five-bedroom houses together with 7 NEW contemporary apartments, The Point at Polzeath is a favourite destination for both short breaks and family holidays. thepointatpolzeath.co.uk • holidays@thepointatpolzeath.co.uk 01208 863 000 • The Point at Polzeath Cornwall PL27 6QT

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We find that the garden seating extends quite far back and have fun deciding where to sit. Tables for larger parties occupied by families take up the grassy area at the back, while smaller tables in the middle and front are snagged by couples and friends catching

up. We opt for one of the smaller enclosed tables and order goblets of gin and tonic.

With half the menu offering seafood, we start with the springs smoked salmon with capers, lemon and chili dressing, and pumpernickel bread. The flavours of the bread and salmon are strong on their own, but complement one another superbly when taken in the same bite.

For the mains, we take two completely different ends of the spectrum with one freekeh salad joined by pickled vegetables, watercress and walnuts, and then the 28 day aged angus sirloin with tarragon butter flanked by skinny fries and watercress. The

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sirloin was the perfect size with a texture that had just the right amount of chewiness.

The butter melted into the meat nicely, but still allowed the flavour to shine through.

As the only vegetarian-friendly main, the freekeh salad was fresh, yet filling.

By the time the desserts came out, we were unsure if we could fit a third course in, but our uncertainty turned into impatience as we were presented with two beautiful dishes we wanted to dig into. The first bite of the citron tart was a surprise, as the citrus flavour was thankfully far more subtle than the vibrant yellow colour of the custard, never overwhelming the smooth and rich texture. Our accompanying dessert was a warm and inviting sticky toffee pudding.

The salted caramel drizzle alone was packed with flavour, but when paired with the boldness of the cake and the coolness of the ice cream, our tastebuds were drowning in a gooey masterpiece.

Now that we had our desserts, we savoured each bite in the cooling night air of the vanishing sun. It was the perfect setting to sit back and catch up over shared morsels with ice cold drinks in hand. u THE COACH AND HORSES BARNES 27 Barnes High Street, SW13; 020 8876 2695 coachandhorsesbarnes.co.uk

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04/07/2017 11:44

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EXTRAORDINARY CULINARY DELIGHTS AT ‘PICTURES’ EUROPEAN BRASSERIE

DISCOVER MORE 58 Shepherds Bush Green, London W12 8QE Phone: +44 (0) 203 262 1026

E-mail: reservations.shepherdsbush@dorsetthotels.com

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MEANDER FROM THE MAINLAND We follow the international jet set to Sveti Stefan, possibly Europe’s most glamorous islet.

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AN ICONIC WILDERNESS ISLET

DINE BEACHSIDE AT NIHIWATU

T h e Ed ge of

Exploring cultural hubs and the world’s best hotel on this beguiling string of islands Wo r d s H a n n a h H o p k i n s

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here are many holiday destinations that you associate with A-list appeal - Cannes in France, Mykonos in Greece, Gstaad in Switzerland - but the iconic islet of Sveti Stefan in Montenegro has managed to maintain an aura of hushhush exclusivity despite having hosted the world’s biggest names. Hollywood starlets like Orson Welles, Elizabeth Taylor and Sophia Loren were frequent visitors in the 1960s and 1980s, as were Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie in the noughties, and tennis player Novak Djokovic got married there - hiring out the entire island for his wedding party.

Attached to the coast by a narrow isthmus, the island lies across the bay from Villa Milocer – once the summer residence of Queen Marija Karadordevic – and together these two historic sites now comprise Aman Sveti Stefan. Originally a fortified village dating back to the 15th century, the island has a uniquely atmospheric setting of cobbled lanes, quaint courtyards and remarkable sea views. Pretty much untouched since it was built, walking through the village is like walking back in time, while the interiors have been beautifully and respectfully modernised by the Aman hotel group, who took it on in 2007.

Guests can choose to stay at Villa Milocer for slick, contemporary rooms and easy access to the famous Queen’s Beach, but for a truly original break, you have to stay on Sveti Stefan itself. As soon as we step into one of the Deluxe Cottages on the island you feel yourself decompress. It is utterly quiet, save for the sound of the waves lapping the rocks below, and the colour palette of creams, greys and browns is utterly soothing. As well as a living area and bedroom (complete with king-size bed) there’s also a huge bathroom with a free-standing tub, shower, seating area and twin sinks.

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04/07/2017 11:58

A SCHOOL FOR EVERY BOY AND GIRL Taunton School offers outstanding education to children from Nursery (aged 3 months) through Pre-Prep, Prep, Senior and on to Sixth Form (aged 18 years) as proven by our recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report.

Come to our Open Events Whole School Open Mornings: Saturday 30th September 2017, 09:30 - 12:30 Saturday 3rd February 2018, 09:30 - 12:30 Sixth Form Open Evening: Friday 6th October 2017, 18:30 - 21:00 Find out about Scholarships and Assisted Places.

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TRAVEL / WANDERLUST

THE ISLAND LIES ACROSS FROM VILLA MILOCER

REJUVENATE AT AMAN'S LUXURY SPA AND POOL

Montenegro is a HIDDEN GEM in the Mediterranean.

THE IDEAL SETTING FOR AFTERNOON DRINKS

Every room is totally unique, with a vibe that’s modern and comfortable but also has the historic air and ambience of the island. Furniture was designed specially for it and much of the detailing, from the latches to the doors and windows, is based on what would have been on the island originally.

Covering 12,400 square metres, you’re given a map to navigate the warren of streets and stairs that make up the island. It’s fun to find your way around, stopping off to take photographs of the view and the two old churches that sit at its pinnacle. Crossing the causeway at night, with the resort majestically lit up, I can well imagine Sveti being the perfect setting for a Bond film.

Breakfast is served in the Piazza - an open-air square with shady trees where local delicacies are also cooked up at lunch. This being a luxury resort, there’s no breakfast buffet, but a variety of courses including pastries and honey & ricotta pancakes that are served to you at your table. Come evening, you can dine on red wine risottos, black cod with beans and pistachio slices at the signature Aman Restaurant as the sun sets over the ocean. Based on a cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, the island’s Cliff Pool is surrounded by a wooden deck with sun loungers and tables and chairs for casual dining during the day.

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If you can bear to leave Sveti, take the hotel shuttle car to the Aman Spa, one of the best we’ve ever encountered. Tucked behind pine trees, there are treatment rooms with rose-filled bathtubs, steam rooms and saunas, as well as an indoor pool and state-of-the-art gym. We indulge in a body scrub followed by a massage and emerge feeling utterly blissed-out.

Luckily the pink sands of yet another hotel beach are only a short stumble away, and we spend the rest of the day falling in and out of sleep on sun loungers in perfect tanning conditions (27°C with a cooling breeze) as we enjoy strawberry and banana frappes and roasted vegetables paninis.

Aside from the hotel, don’t miss a visit to nearby Budva, a picturesque town of narrow lanes and quaint squares lined with unique shops and restaurants. Grab a spot on the beach area of the Hotel Astoria and sip some Aperol Spritz in the sun. If you have time it’s also worth exploring the Bay of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or visiting the beautifully-preserved baroque city of Perast. There are a number of vineyards within a two-hour’s drive, including the family-run wineries of Milovic in Ulcinj and Masanovic in Crmnica.

Montenegro could well be called the hidden gem of the Mediterranean. With a rare feeling of still being ‘undiscovered’, beautiful surroundings and a fascinating history, it’s not surprising its considered one of the Adriatic’s most alluring destinations. And with some of the most iconic images associated with the country being the tiny islet of Sveti Stefan, it’s simply the best place to experience it. u AMAN SVETI STEFAN The price for a room starts from 849 Euros per night including breakfast, tax and fees. amansvetistefan.com

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ot your average weekend in the country, The Smoked and Uncut Festival has returned to Lime Wood for summer, giving us yet another excuse to visit this seriously grown up hotel. Taking place 22-23 July, a ticket gets you access to Chef Angela Hartnett’s Italian banquet with live music, rock 'n' roll and copious other street food stalls.

For full-on festival vibes, you can try glamping, but we’ll be booking into the lovingly-restored classical structure of the hotel itself and recuperate in the spa.

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ooms range vastly from quirky attics tucked up in the eaves of the main house, with beautiful views looking out over the grounds and forest, through to full-on suites, lodges or cabins - some based in the forest and some nearer the main building.

For honeymoon-perfect privacy, go for Pavilion 1 – it’s separate from the main house and has a dramatic black vaulted ceiling, four-poster bed and a roll-top bath in an alcove overlooking green pastures outside. Unwind post-festival at Herb House, the three-storey hotel spa. Dedicated to natural wellbeing, it has raised the bar for destination spas around the world and is pretty hard to beat. Inspired by its forest surroundings, there's a state-of-the-art gym, ten treatment rooms as well as hot pools, thermal rooms, the Hands and Feet Room and private soak baths in changing rooms that feel like decadent suites fit for royalty.

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f you’re only spending one day at the festival, then a visit to Harnett Holder & Co on your second night is a must.

A joint venture from Angela Hartnett and Luke Holder, its USP is Italian dishes with a respectful nod to the seasons. Kick things off with a cocktail and some arancini, followed by hare lasagne, hake with Salcombe crab and zabaglione for pudding. Post-dinner, retire to the Courtyard Bar for a freshly shaken cocktail or to the Library for a nightcap by a roaring fire. Breakfast is served in the Scullery with a buffet of champions including porridge, granola, ham, cheese, a variety of fresh fruit and pastries.

THE DAMAGE Smoked & Uncut Festival takes place 22– 23 July 2017. Rooms start from £330 per night for room only. Festival tickets can be included in your room rate or choose a glamping ticket package (£995 for two for the weekend).

Lime Wood Hotel, New Forest National Park, Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst SO43 7FZ 023 8028 7177; limewoodhotel.co.uk

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WICKER MEN Graham and Green’s lovely rattan pieces might look too lovely to expose to the elements, but they’re a summery addition to any room. grahamandgreen.co.uk

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10 of the best

GARDEN pieces

Ideas, designs and styles for your home

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Havan sofa, £200 johnlewis.com

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William Morris enamel mug, £9.95 annabeljames.co.uk

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Lemon curd picnic rug and leather strap, £119 tollymcrae.co.uk

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M u r a l s Wa l l p a p e r It's not just tents and marquees at the Raj Tent Club, though they have those too. The new range of garden furniture includes lots of beautiful pieces in rattan and wrought iron with a colonical feel. We are coveting this delightful dangling chair in rattan. Fill it with cushions and just - literally - hang. You could spend an entire summer that way. £250,

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BLUE MONDAY

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Habitat There’s a lot of monochrome around in Habitat’s simple shapes and sleek pieces, so why not paint a wall in a striking colour to show it all off? Bright blue is set to be the new navy. You red it here first. habitat.co.uk

Garden vases, from £28 myadele.de

PIZZA AL FRESCO Delivita

Outdoor cooking doesn't have to involve a barbeque. Delvita's new pizza ovens are small enough and stylish enough to fit even the smallest balcony, while heating up hot enough to cook a mean wood-fired pizza in literally seconds.

The ovens come with dough recipes and lots of information to help you perfect your pizza-making skills. £950, delvita.co.uk

MIAFLEUR

Parisienne garden bench, £158 miafleur.com

BERRY RED Butterfly jug and cups, from £25 berryred.co.uk

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Sweetpea & Willow This stunning black and gold planter mixes contemporary style with elegant glamour. Raised from the ground by a set of black painted legs, it puts your planr on a pedestal. sweetpeaandwillow.co.uk

JOHN LEWIS Sunnylife ice cream tumblers, £10 johnlewis.com

INDIAN SUMMER

East L ondon Parasol Co These are parasols to celebrate under, hand-made in colourful Indian fabrics using traditional techniques. Make an occasion out of a patch of shade. From £295, eastlondonparasols.com

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LAGOON

South American blue and violet double hammock, £149.90 vivalagoon.com

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BOX OF DELIGHTS Create your own summer container with advice from Petersham Nurseries’ head of horticulture Wo r d s T h o m a s B r o o m - H u g h e s

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etersham Nurseries is celebrating summer with seasonal recipes for the garden brought to you by the Head of Horticulture, Thomas Broom - Hughes.

Thomas has created a dramatic container recipe which shows how to replicate their signature planting style. It is the perfect planter recipe for small garden owners or those wanting to add a welcome splash of summer colour to window - boxes, patios and balconies.

Petersham is holding a workshop on the theme of creating a cottage garden on 16 June, focusing on the informal yet distinctive style of garden that has become known as the ‘cottage garden’.

You will learn how to combine fruits, vegetables and herbs with flowers to add beauty, as well as acting as a method of natural pest prevention.

Tickets cost £25 at petershamnurseries.com

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Stylish Summer Container Recipe

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t Petersham Nurseries, the horticultural team mostly use perennial plants to give a natural feel. Thomas recommends using summer bedding (Annuals) for filling in smaller containers, like window boxes and small pots. Use any mix and amount of the following specimens, depending on the size of the pot, as long as it fills the entire container and commands presence . When the plants have finished flowering or when the frost hits in November, transfer the perennials to the garden border. This should leave you with sustainable, long-term results.

INGREDIENTS 1 large ( l/c L) Indian terracotta pot 35 - 38cm in diameter 1 bag ( l/c B) of multipurpose compost liquid seaweed fertiliser CHOOSE 5 OF THE FOLLOWING

PERENNIALS CROCOSMIA Emily - McKenzie RUDBECKIA Cherry - Brandy HELENIUM Moreheim Beauty or Canararia AGASTASHE Blue Fortune or Tutti Frutti SEDUM Purple Emperor DAHLIA any of the Bishop series SALVIA Love and Wishes USE AT LEAST 2 OF THE FOLLOWING

ANNUALS COLEUS Sunset Boulevard PETUNIA Black Mamba ANTIRRHINUM Liberty BEGONIA Non - stop Mocca

METHOD 1 Having crocks or stones at the bottom of the pot is important as it allows drainage . Using saucers underneath the pots is recommended as it ensures the plants get enough water, especially when the weather is hot.

2 Fill container with compost until two thirds full .

3 Start with the Perennials . Use the tallest first, adding it to the back of the pot (if the pot is to be placed in front of a wall or fence) otherwise arrange the plants just off centre . This helps to keep the container more natural, and stops it from looking too neat.

4 Continue to add plants using their colour as well as their heights as a guide . Trust your own creative instincts and initiative.

5 Infill using the Annuals and finish off with further Annuals placed around just one third of the edge. Don’t go for the typical all round edging - it doesn’t look natural.

6 Mulch the top of the soil with moss, available to purchase at Petersham Nurseries . It looks wonderful and helps retain moisture in the container.

7 Remember to water well, allowing water to run through the container to ensure enough is taken up by the plant.

8 Use a weekly liquid seaweed fertiliser. Shropshire fertiliser recommended.

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PETERSHAM NURSERIES is a place of calm where visitors can reconnect with nature. Its food and plant philosophy, passion and creativity make it an inspirational destination that excites the senses and provokes thought . True to its ethos the team encourages a lifestyle of positive living in sharing their experience and knowledge.

Petersham Nurseries Church Lane, Richmond TW10 7AB, 020 8940 5230 petershamnurseries.com

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HOME & INTERIORS / FOCUS The Woolroom is dedicated to promoting the benefits of wool for sleep.

Their experts say: “Wool is a natural insulator to keep you warm in winter and naturally breathable to keep you cool in summer. Wool fibre helps to keep your body at the optimal temperature zone for comfort and rest. When used in blankets, synthetic fibres, down and even cotton fibres do not breathe as well as wool, and are more likely to trap heat in your bed.

Wool buffers the extreme cold or hot air on the outside, keeping your body in the ideal comfort zone.”

Additionally, wool is naturally absorbent and can absorb up to 30% of its weight without feeling damp. Its ability to repel moisture also protects it from mildew and enables it to resist dust and dirt. ◆

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aving a beautiful bedroom is all very well but will it actually help you sleep? Because ultimately, a good night’s sleep is the single most important thing a bedroom can offer you.

And though colour schemes and aesthetics will go a long way towards creating a relaxed and conducive environment, what you really want to think about is fabric.

Everyone knows that natural fabrics are breathable and comfortable. Cotton and linen duvet covers combined with down duvets are a popular combination, but one material that is often overlooked is wool. Though it’s enormously versatile and probably the best allround performer, it’s commonly – and mistakenly – held to be an exclusively winter thing. Not so. Wool is a fantastic material for duvets, pillows, mattress toppers and even entire mattresses.

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Handmade in their Devon workshops and something of a change from traditional plump duvets, Natural Mat’s quilted wool duvets have a much lower profile and are brilliant at regulating temperature. They are also something of a treat for those who crave simple, sleek bedding. We say: warm enough but never too warm and super cosy, wool is a good alternative to down. naturalmat.co.uk

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Herdysleep is the first mattress of its kind to combine the luxury of craftsmanship with the compact convenience of a bed-in-a-box.

Traditionally tufted and finished by hand, each mattress contains an industry leading number of pocket springs of up to 6,000, topped with a cloud-like blend of cotton, cashmere and wool from local Herdwick sheep. We say: firm, breathable and comfortable, this mattress is luxurious with just the right amount of bounce. herdysleep.com

TH E TOPPER

The Woolroom’s deluxe wool mattress topper claims to be the UK’s most comfortable and hypoallergenic topper, suitable for year-round use. We say: it adds a layer of softness and comfort, transforming our mattress. Toasty in winter and cool in summer, it has vastly improved our sleep quality. thewoolroom.com

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We discover an olfactory journey through the world of interior fragrance...

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here are lots of smells that make up a home. Some of them, of course, more pleasant than others. The smell of a summer’s day, windows open, bedlinen freshly laundered, floors and mirrors polished and bright, for instance, is a good one.

Christmas, with its pine scents, log fires and mulled wine warming is another (difficult though it is to imagine at this time of year). Yesterday’s lingering fish pie, on the other hand, is not so good; neither is that slightly mildewy empty house smell that makes coming back from holiday even more grim. Logic says that if homes are susceptible to smell and smell is integral to mood, then ultimately if we are to be happy at home, the place needs to smell good.

Perfumers' scents for the home create atmosphere, make people feel at home and lift spirits. The ultimate scent is reassuringly fragrant without being cloying or overbearing. In fact, you should hardly really notice it with your conscious mind – you should experience it as an abstract and visceral sense of belonging.

Jo Malone MBE, founder of Jo Loves, is someone who knows about fragrance.

She says this: “Scent is my absolute style essential and I immediately identify my home by the smells that I fill it with. I love very clean citrus scents at home and at the moment I’m burning my Lemongrass Layered Scented Candles in every room.

I’m always discovering new ways to use scent at home and recently I have started to gently warm orange peel in the oven and to use a few drops of my favourite fragrance in warm water to scent wooden floors.” Clean citrus scents are very much Malone’s successful trademark,

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HOW TO Fill your home with fragrance

THE RATTAN STICKS DIFFUSER Interior designer Alessandreo Agrati invented the rattan sticks diffuser in 1990 and his brand Culti Milano is the leader in high end perfumery for the home. They even offer a bespoke service. culti.com

HOMES are SUSCEPTIBLE to SMELL , and SMELL is integral to MOOD, so our HOMES NEED TO BE FRAGRANT while acclaimed perfume designer Azzi Glasser’s scents are heavier and more exotic. Her Perfumer's Story range of candles are suited to different rooms in a scheme that she calls ‘fragrance architecture’ – so the widely praised Black Moss candle is for the hallway or living room, ‘to create an instant wow’, while Twisted Iris ‘will make your bathroom smell like a stately home bathroom’.

Victoria Cator is an interior designer who has moved into the world of fragrance and launched a line of beautiful, complex candles. She says: “If someone can say: ‘I’ve smelt this before’ when these candles are burning, then I have succeeded. I love the idea that scents can conjure up brief glimpses of the past to bring depth to the present.”

There’s something poetic about describing fragrance and as Paris-based perfumer Rami Mekdashi of Lola James Harper sums up: “A home has a particular atmosphere, made up of colors, light, objects, decoration, sound, resonance, organization, proportion and, of course, smell… Fragrance is a part of the home.” ◆

THE CANDLE Here's how Victoria Cator describes her Casablanca candle: ‘Laughter in the rain, opening the door to a bunch of unexpected flowers, fresh cut green stems plunged in water, elegant, exuberant and utterly chic.

Fleeting yet forever.’ victoriacator.com

LE SABLIER Diptique’s new hourglass diffuser promises to be ‘time in bottle’ as it takes 60 minutes for fragrance to travel through the hourglass. Turn it over and the process starts again. diptyqueparis.com

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PICK THE NEBULIZING DIFFUSER The best method for diffusing pure, organic essential oil, nebulizing diffusers require neither heat nor water. So without being diluted, essential oils are atomized in a fine mist that is released into the room. organicaromas.com

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Special

DELIVERY Why leave the house when your luxuries can to come to you?

Compiled by pendle harte

DA I RY D E LI V E RY The Courtyard Diary On the first Wednesday of every month, The Courtyard Dairy’s cheesemongers select the best and most interesting cheeses in season and deliver them direct to your door. The selection includes three cheeses plus a packet of crackers and a detailed article on the producers. Ours included three new British ones, and there’s a five cheese option for true enthusiasts too. £28 per month; thecourtyarddiary.co.uk

B O O K C LU B Lutyens & Rubinstein West London’s excellent independent bookshop Lutyens & Rubinstein will send you a carefully chosen book every month. They’ll ask a few questions first to make sure that you’re not bombarded with sci-fi novels if you’re a fan of literary fiction – but the aim is to widen your reading repertoire. £160 paperbacks; lutyensrubinstein.co.uk

JAVA LOV E

F LOW E R E D U P Ve l a F l o w e r s Sign up for 12 months of flowers and Vela will package a selection of beautiful seasonal stems in their clever letterbox-friendly packaging, ready for you to arrange. There are weekly, fortnightly or monthly packages in this easy, reliable service. £250 for 12 months; velaflowers.co.uk

Rave Coffee RAVE Roaster’s Choice Subscription will send you a different, single origin coffee every month. Each comes from their current offering and is roasted to suit its optimum flavour profile. Coffee is roasted, packed and dispatched on the same day, along with information about how to get the best from your beans. £38.25 for six months; ravecoffee.co.uk

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A new nursery for Twickenham!

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THE WASHLET

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Since its inception in Japan in 1980, over 40,000,000 WASHLETs have been sold worldwide making it the world’s no.1 shower toilet.

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Now available to view and experience at Walton Bathrooms The newest and the future of the humble WC THE WASHLET

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Arlington Kitchens Ltd Kitchen Design, Supply and Installation

The WASHLET is an electronic shower toilet seat that uses a water-cleansing system that leaves you super clean and as fresh as a daisy.

Special features include: - Soft close toilet cover - Heated toilet seat - Remote control operational panel - Warm air dryer - Antibacterial wand cleaning system - Deodoriser

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PAPER PLAY

Two new books focus on graphic design and its lasting impact Wo r d s E v e H e r b e r t

G R APH I C: 5 0 0 D E S I G N S THAT MAT TE R Phaidon, £16.95 This dinky but comprehensive volume celebrates the long, rich history of graphic design through an international range of successful and timeless designs, from the beginnings of mechanical production to the present. Derived from the acclaimed Phaidon Archives of Graphic Design, the book features a definitive selection of newspapers, magazines, posters, advertisements, typefaces, corporate designs and record covers, as well as rare historical, contextual and archival materials, which have set benchmarks for excellence and innovation. It's a stylish and inspiring book, spanning familiar designs alongside some surprising and obscure inclusions, and of interest to anyone with a feel for design in any capacity.

NEWSPAPERS,

magazines, posters, TYPEFACES,

advertisements and RECORD COVERS

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AL AN KITCH I N G A LI FE I N LET TE R PR E S S Laurence King, £40 This beautiful and richly illustrated book is dedicated to the work of renowned typographer, designer and letterpress practioner Alan Kitching. It traces his 50 year career, covering his years teaching letterpress at the Royal College of Art as well as his founding work with the Experimental Printing Workshop at Watford College of Technology in the 1960s and his iconic creations at The Typography Workshop. This expansive volume includes over 350 illustrations and shows how Kitching breathed new life into the arcane world of letterpress at a time when the rest of the design world was shifting into digital. It is an amazing body of work and the book is a fascinating insight into design and the art and methodology of letterpress. ◆

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DISCOVERMORE

Embracing an innovative, modern approach whilst keeping traditional values at its core, Kew House School takes an exciting stance on 21st century education. With state-of-the-art facilities, a broad curriculum and excellent pastoral care, Kew House is a place where you would want to be – a place of learning and discovery, laughter and friendship.

Open Days September 19th (9.30am) October 11th (9.30am) November 1st (9.30am)

Currently recruiting into the Sixth Form with a new Sixth Form Centre opening in 2017.

T: 0208 742 2038 E: info@kewhouseschool.com W: www.kewhouseschool.com An independent co-educational senior school for students aged 11-18 in West London

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LOOK SHARP Stella Mccartney's SS17 collection for tots is all colourful sunglasses, clashing prints and quirky looks. Perfect for stylish urban tots. stellamccartney.com

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KEW GREEN preparatory school

An Independent School for Boys and Girls aged 4-11 Quality of Pupils’ Achievement and Learning - “Excellent” Quality of Teaching - “Excellent”

Quality of Extra-curricular Provision - “Excellent” Quality of Pastoral Care - “Excellent”

Quality of Links with Parents - “Excellent”

Quality of Pupils’ Personal Development – “Excellent” “Pupils of all ages benefit from a rich and exciting curriculum.”

Independent Schools Inspectorate Report - July 2015

Open Morning 9:15am Wednesday, 20th September 9:15am Wednesday, 4th October 9:15am Wednesday, 15th November To register your attendance at one of our open mornings, please phone 020 8948 5999 or mail secretary@kgps.co.uk

Kew Green Preparatory School

Layton House, Ferry Lane, Kew Green, Richmond TW9 3AF

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RAVENSCOURT PARK

preparatory school

An Independent School for Boys and Girls aged 4-11 Quality of Pupils’ Achievement and Learning - “Excellent” Quality of Teaching - “Excellent”

Quality of Extra-curricular Provision - “Excellent” Quality of Pastoral Care - “Excellent”

Quality of Links with Parents - “Excellent”

Quality of Pupils’ Personal Development – “Excellent” ‘’The curriculum is excellent for all ages and abilities, and is expertly matched to meet the needs of the range of pupils in the school.’’

Independent Schools Inspectorate Report - March 2016

Open Mornings 9.15am Tuesday 19th September 9.15am Thursday 12th October 9.15am Tuesday 14th November To register your attendance at one of our open mornings, please phone 0208 846 9153 or mail secretary@rpps.co.uk

Ravenscourt Park Prep School 16 Ravenscourt Avenue, London W6 0SL

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BOOK REVIEW

CAPED CRUSADERS

These limited edition capes are bound to be dressing up box staples forever. As an added bonus £10 from every piece goes to charity TOMMY's. £60 • thefmlystore.com

TILLY AND THE TIME MACHINE Adrian Edmondson’s first children’s book

SMALL TALK Essential glittery capes, unicorns, monsters and time travel...

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drian Edmondson – comedian, actor, musician, national treasure – has published his first children's book and it's a sweet, funny and clever story with a courageous young heroine. Tilly's mother is dead and her father spends his time in the shed tinkering with his time machine, having been 'let go' by his job (to Tilly's great bafflement) while Tilly is left to fend for herself. One day the time machine actually starts to work, though it functions unpredictably and a long journey ensues, taking in the Battle of Trafalgar and Queen Victoria's parlour as well as the streets of Victorian London.

It's an excellent debut, marking Edmondson out as a children's writer with great promise. ◆ £6.99; Puffin Books

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SCARY BINGO

Mini Rodini ¢ With the inexplicable unicorn craze showing no signs of abating (and in the wake of an official unicorn leggings shortage) Mini Rodini's unicorn collection is very welcome. We love this vibrant red print with its oversized unicorns. ◆ £35; alexandalexa.com

Laurence King ¢ Everybody loves a game of bingo, especially a scary one.

This brilliantly illustrated game involves marking off a variety of bizarre, comical and terrifying monsters from your card before calling 'bingo'. ◆ £14.99; laurenceking.com

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Excellence in independent education for rising 3-13 year olds

Autumn TERM OPEN MORNINGS Friday 6th & Saturday 7th October 2017 Come and see our school in action, and meet our pupils and our Head, Tim Butcher.

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You are warmly invited to come and explore our fantastic school on the South Somerset/ Dorset border, including our new boarding facilities and our Music School on the edge of the woods. Rated ‘EXCELLENT’ in every category in our latest ISI inspection.

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School’s Out

How to entertain children (and their parents) in the city this summer Wo r d s p e n d l e h a r t e

Open air theatre Kew Gardens

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T go ape

his is the most popular of all David Walliams' stories for children and the Birmingham Stage Company's production is set to be a highlight of the summer.

The story takes in cabbage soup, jewellery theft and a beautiful inter-generational relationship, with lashings of action, comedy and character. This award-winning production comes from the company behind the excellent Horrible Histories Live on Stage and has received lots of encoragement from Walliams himself, so it's set to be a good one.  26 July-3 September; nimaxtheatres.com

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ew Gardens will be playing host to fairies, Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad this summer as part of a series of enchanting live, outdoor theatrical performances. The Australian Shakespeare Company is visiting with two energetic shows: The Wind in The Willows and The Dream Fairies – Adventure through Bubble Land, designed for children of all ages.  22 July - 29 August; theatreonkew.co.uk

Alexandra Palace, Battersea Park and other locations

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ost children are fearless – at least while they're putting their harnesses on. Send them half way up a tree to complete an assault course of ropes, swings and moving platforms, however, and they quickly lose their bravado. Go Ape offers a real adventure, requiring courage, strength and confidence, and once you've got over the initial shock of being much higher up than you thought, it's really fun – and the bravest ten-year-olds can join the even more challenging grown-up ropes if they like, while adults can join the juniors too.  Ages four and up; goape.co.uk

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OPEN EVENTS Senior - Thursday 21 September Nursery & Junior - Tuesday 26 September Sixth Form - Wednesday 11 October Whole School - Saturday 14 October

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High Fives The public school game of Fives is branching out into the state sector Wo r d s A M A N D A C O N S TA N C E

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estway Sports Centre in North Kensington is possibly the last place you would expect to find a sport mainly played at our most elite public schools. Hunkered beneath the A40 flyover, its location growls of grimy, urban inner city – and that was before the sports centre became the focal point for the relief effort for neighbouring Grenfall Tower.

But here, amid the scrawling graffiti and hum of traffic, the historic sport of Eton Fives is played by local children as young as ten.

Ryan Perrie ended up first playing Fives at Westway simply because he was late for his tennis lesson. Fast forward a decade and Perrie is one of the UK’s top ten players and he’s made his career out of the sport, teaching it at Berkhamsted prep school.

The Westway Sports Centre has the only public Eton Fives courts in England. Until now the sport has been mainly confined to the public schools that have built courts, where old boys and new boys (and recently girls) are able to play.

The Fives community is EXPANDING ITS SPORT beyond the public SCHOOL WALLS

Boys playing Fives at Eton

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More girls than ever are taking up the sport of Fives

“It is a source of enormous frustration to us that the vast majority of our courts are in schools so we can’t open them to the public,” says Gareth Hoskins, Secretary of the Eton Fives Association. But this is set to change as the Fives community looks to expand its sport beyond the public school walls.

The EFA have just launched the Five Star Project, a seven-year strategy to create new centres for Eton Fives across the country. “We are looking to produce a huge increase in the number of courts and players through clubs, schools and universities,” says Hoskins.

So what exactly is Fives? There are three forms of the Fives game in this country, each named after their originating schools: Rugby, Winchester and Eton. Pupils at these schools have played for hundreds of years, but the rules were formalised in the late 19th century and the first match was between Eton and Harrow in February 1885, with Eton emerging as victors.

Rugby and Winchester Fives, with their simpler, more straightforward court shape, place more of a premium on power and fitness. Eton Fives has a little more subtlety and nuance; its distinctive buttress is derived from the side of the chapel at Eton College where boys first played. “It’s strategically quite different,” says Hoskins.

Fives’ great plus points is that it’s easy to play and accessible to anyone aged 8 -80. In recent years the sport has seen enormous growth in the girl’s game.

“Eton Fives is a fantastic game for girls,” says Hoskins, “as it places emphasis on skill and placement rather than brute force.”

Teamwork is also very important in Eton Fives: “It’s to do with the geography of the court,” says Hoskins, “you simply can’t win on your own.”

A Fives game at Westway Sports Centre

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The major stumbling block to widening the Fives game is the cost of the courts. But John Reynolds, 11 times Kinnaird Cup winner (the national trophy) thinks he might have found the answer to this problem. He is developing a ‘flatpack’ Eton Fives court with the help of a German company which make squash courts.

They are adapting the pre-fab technology to create Eton Fives and Rugby Fives courts that arrive on the back of a lorry. Because they are made in a factory, they can go up in a week so costs are slashed.

This is the “Holy Grail” says Reynolds, “getting the cost down so people don’t gulp and swallow at the price”. As a ballpark figure, three traditionally built concrete Eton Fives courts will cost around £250,000.

Reynolds says he’s “hoping to halve that”.

Reynolds’ first ‘flat pack’ courts are soon to go up at Skinners Academy in Manor House, Hackney. He hopes they will just be the first of many courts for state schools. “It’s too good a game to keep to the private sector," he says. ◆

Eton Fives Association: etonfives.com Rugby Fives Association: rugbyfivesassociation.net JPR Courts: jprcourts.com | 07980 844906

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BURLINGTON LANE, CHISWICK A modern and incredibly spacious detached family house with a secluded garden, outdoor heated swimming pool & gated off-street parking for three to four cars. The overall foot print comprises of c4,500 square feet of living accommodation. EPC = C.

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PARK ROAD, CHISWICK A fabulous, rare to market double fronted detached Edwardian house. Park Road now has a stimulating planning precedent with excellent opportunities for development, extension and remodelling creating some of the area’s finest homes with the larger gardens being a significant draw. EPC = E.

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At Finlay Brewer, we’ve been deeply involved in the local community since 1992.

We know the area, and we understand our clients.

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138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6 7PB 113 ASKEW ROAD W12 9AS 138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6 7PB 27 CHURCHFIELD ROAD W3 6BD 113 ASKEW ROAD W12 9AS 27 CHURCHFIELD ROAD W3 6BD

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PARADISE GARDENS W6 £1,845PW / £7,995PCM UPPER MALL W6 • 5 BEDROOMS WITH TRIPLE GLAZING / £6,500PCM •£1,500PW SPACIOUS RECEPTION & SEPARATE DINING AREA UPPER MALL W6 • SIEMATIC KITCHEN ••£1,500PW WONDERFUL FAMILY HOME WC 3 BATHROOMS /& SEPARATE £6,500PCM •• •• •• ••

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BENBOW ROAD W6 £850PW / £3,683PCM HAARLEM ROAD W14 • 5 BEDROOM MAISONETTE / £2,708PCM •£625PW SPACIOUS RECEPTION HAARLEM ROAD W14 • SEPARATE CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM ••£625PW 2 BEDROOM FLAT 2 DOUBLE BATHROOMS (1 EN SUITE) / £2,708PCM •• •• •• ••

RECEPTION SHOWER ROOM CONTEMPORARY KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 2 DOUBLE BEDROOM FLAT MASTER WITH EN SUITE BATHROOM & DRESSING AREA RECEPTION SHOWER ROOM KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM CONTEMPORARY

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A beautifully crafted and impeccably designed development in Hammersmith of eight, high-specification, four bedroom townhouses.

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Richmond living in

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Photography depicts The Star and Garter Show Apartment, the landscaped gardens and the King’s Room and are indicative only.

Details and prices are correct at time of going to press. June 2017.

Following the restoration of The Star and Garter, this magnificent landmark building has now been transformed into a stunning residential development A spectacular leisure suite, Harrods concierge, private cinema, glorious gardens, breathtaking views of the Thames, and Richmond’s exclusive shops and restaurants at your fingertips. The ultimate lifestyle can be found exclusively at The Star and Garter, the iconic Grade II listed landmark which has been beautifully restored by London Square.

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Roehampton Gate, SW15 £4,950,000 An immaculate six-bedroom family home with a large, west-facing landscaped garden and secure gated parking, situated in a sought-after enclave opposite Richmond Park. Freehold. EPC=B • Approx. 6,500 sqft • Off-street parking • Large west-facing garden • Opposite Richmond Park East Sheen Sales: 020 8033 9048 sales.esh@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Riverview Mansions, TW1 £1,825,000 An elegant three-bedroom, penthouse apartment with stunning views of the Thames, beautiful communal gardens, and allocated off-street parking. Share of Freehold. EPC=D • Three double bedrooms • Off-street parking • Beautiful communal gardens • Excellent transport links Richmond Sales: 020 8033 9032 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk

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£330 PER WEEK £1.600,000 £575,000

newlyperiod decorated lower flat with street private west north facingofgarden. double bedroom with wardrobes, reception AAlovely conversion flatground locatedfloor on thisgarden quiet residential running ChiswickLarge High Road offering close proximity to the numerous bars,room with wood floors, withTurnham showerGreen over,and fitted kitchen, garden.

The flatThe is flat on comprises; one of Chiswick's best locatedshower roads,room, moments from sitting the shops, restaurants andbathroom cafes and both Stamford Brook tube Stations.

Two double bedrooms, very bright restaurants cafés onkitchen, the High Road andfreehold.

5 minutes from Turnham Green The property is available early September, furnished. room, Separate galley Share in the Transport links additional tostation. both tube stations include local bus routes and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London. The property is being sold with no onward chain.

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£350 PER WEEK £1,295,000

ABeautifully beautifully refurbished period family house floor on thisflat popular culhighly de sac road in the catchment areadevelopment. of Grove Park School (outstanding Ofsted rating). presented and twoextended double bedroom second in this sought after riverside Boasting a stunning open plan The housereception comprises;room, Four double Ensuite road, Familybedroom. bathroom, Stunning double room, Kitchen/breakfast room benefitting from kitchen a riverbedrooms, side balcony andshower a master ensuite Large open planreception reception room, fully fitted kitchen with granite work atops, full height return extension, Landscaped facing garden.

The house is within easy walking distance of The River, Chiswick House and Grounds, the local fittedside wardrobes and riverside views.west Underground parking space included. shops on Fauconberg Parade and Chiswick High Road’s extensive facilities. Transport links include Gunnersbury and Chiswick park Tube Stations, Chiswick Main line Station, local bus routes and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London.

QUEENCOTTAGE, ANNESGARDENS, GROVE, LAMB W4 W4W4 ALEXANDER

£430 PER WEEK £1.600,000 £399,950

large, and beautifully presented two double bedroom flat on thisfrom highly desirable road the heart Bedford Park,The just minutes from AAvery welllight presented top floor apartment in this popular development benefitting off street parking andina bright southofwesterly aspect. property Turnham Green underground station.

Top floor ensures beautiful viewsbedroom, from thelarge reception and bedrooms. comprises; fitted kitchen, fitted family bathroom, Two position double bedrooms, a further single sitting room.

The flat is well located for local shops, cafes, restaurants and the popular Dukes Meadows riverside. Transport links include Chiswick Mainline Station, numerous local bus routes and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London.

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MOUNT PARK CONSERVATION AREA THAT ELUSIVE CROCK OF GOLD AT THE END OF THE RAINBOW P.O.A. Freehold

BRENTHAM GARDEN ESTATE WIMBLEDON MAY HAVE THE STRAWBERRIES £1,395,000 Freehold

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A wonderful opportunity to acquire a classic detached, double fronted, Victorian residence that has been remodelled and extended regardless of expense to provide a sumptuous and spacious family home with indoor pool and cinema that extends to over 5000 sq ft (480 sq m).

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HAMMERSMITH GROVE, W6 £2,350,000

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A wonderful opportunity to re arrange and extend this substantial 4 double bedroom family house to your own taste.

This terraced Victorian house has accommodation arranged over four floors and provides over 2,750 sq. ft. and a 53’ rear garden. The house can be extended further over the rear addition and in to the loft space subject to the usual consents. The house does require modernisation and is on the market for the first time in over 30 years.

CURRENTLY PROVIDES OVER 2,750 SQ. FT. OVER 4 FLOORS POTENTIAL TO EXTEND INTO THE LOFT SPACE AND OVER THE REAR ADDITION SUBJECT TO THE USUAL CONSENTS TWO FLOORS OF LIVING SPACE FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS 53’ REAR GARDEN OFF STREET PARKING TO THE FRONT EXCELLENT LOCATION

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PRIMROSE HILL £7.5M

FA M O U S P L AC E S

by N I G E L L E W I S

London hides a plethora of celebrity homes. These are the most recent to come on the market

RENT A HOME WITH BANKSY OUTSIDE

PORTOBELLO ROAD £2.3 MILLION

THIS STUDIO APARTMENT IS BONKERS

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f you want to know where Mercury-prize winning Dizzee Rascal bangs out his hits then look no further than this ordinarylooking back street in Forest Hill.

Famed for a string of chart toppers such as Bonkers and Dance wiv me, Dizzee Rascal has based his

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here was a time when no one wanted graffiti daubed outside their home, but now it’s a selling point for one development just off the Portobello Road.

Enstar Capital is refurbishing a property there into luxury flats, which for several years have had a Banksy on its exterior side wall.

Call ed‘The Artist’ the graffiti remains, albeit framed behind bulletproof glass, on Acklam Road.

It’s a 7ft by 14ft piece that is said to be worth £2.3 million, which is now the centrepiece of a Enstar Capital’s £6.5 million upgrade of the threestorey building.

Properties within Sartoria House – which also used to be home to fashion designer Ozwal Boateng – are not for sale but instead will be rented out at £1,000 a week.

More information at enstarcapital.com

recording studio and business here for several years.

One of the artist’s homes next door to Dizzee has come up for sale.

It’s the studio and home of Turner Prize nominated David Mach, who is most famous for his 1989 installation of tumbling red telephone boxes in Kingston upon Thames.

His home and workshop is for sale at £2.7 million. More information: themodernhouse.co.uk (0207 581 5234).

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PALATIAL MANSION £2,000 PW

WHERE MARTIN HIT THE MONEY

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uthor Martin Amis is famous for his 1980s novels Money and London Fields and in 2008 was named as one of the UK’s 50 greatest writers since 1945.

But the 67-year-old author and intellectual also likes stirring up controversy.

He recently described Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn as lacking education, humour and a grasp of the British national character, which set social media alight as Corbynistas rallied to his support.

Amis witnessed a different sort of blaze earlier this year when his New York home caught fire.

But despite the inferno, Amis decided to stick with New York, even though he could have returned to England and bought his old home, which is now for sale at £7.5m.

It’s in Primrose Hill and has five bedrooms, three reception rooms, four bathrooms and a self-contained studio apartment.

More information from yopa.co.uk

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WHERE A GREENE AFFAIR NEARLY ENDED

IT’S A KNOCKOUT ADDRESS

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or fans of Graham Greene there are plenty of properties to visit where the Brighton Rock author left his mark.

But his best-known former home is a Queen Anne house at 14 Clapham Common Northside which he rented for his family for five years during the war.

Many of the local landmarks near the property, which has a Blue Plaque, were included in his book The End of the Affaire, including nearby St Mary’s Church and The Windmill pub.

The house was bombed in 1940 but luckily Greene’s family had already evacuated to Sussex and he was out that night with his lover in central London.

No. 14 Clapham Common Northside, which was rebuilt after the war, was subsequently split into apartments. Its top-floor two-bedroom flat – where Greene wrote many of his most famous novels – has just sold for £835,000 via website onthemarket.com

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oxing fans around the world were on the edge of their seats recently for the sensational WBA heavyweight title fight between Brit Anthony Joshua and Ukrainian Wladimir Klitschko.

The match at Wembley Stadium ended in the 11th round when Joshua knocked out his opponent with a left hook.

After the match Joshua returned to his mother’s home in North London, and was also soon back in the ring training for his next bouts.

But before his Klitschko fight, Joshua holed up in a palatial rented mansion to escape the world’s media and to prepare for the fight with his sevenstrong management team.

The house, which has seven bedrooms, a huge private back garden and a cinema, indoor swimming pool, gym and steam room, was rented by the boxer for £20,000 a week. More information from Knight Frank (020 7483 8353)

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VALETTA ROAD, W12 £1,190,000 FREEHOLD This superb period property has been the subject of full and meticulous refurbishment by the current owners. Light, spacious and fully extended, this home comprises a double reception room with bay window, engineered oak flooring and a feature fireplace. This leads through to the extended kitchen / dining room with large sky light and bi-fold doors leading out to a pretty and low maintenance garden. The first floor offers three bedrooms and the stylish main bathroom, the glorious master bedroom and sumptuous spacious shower room is located in the converted main and rear loft space. Valetta is located in an enviable location on an attractive family road in close proximity to Wendell Park.

Four Bedrooms | Double Reception Room | Kitchen Dining Room | Two Bathrooms (one en suite) | Garden | 1450 Sq. Ft. / 134.7 Sq. M. | EPC Rating: D

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OXFORD ROAD SOUTH, W4 £1,525,000 FREEHOLD A spacious six bedroom family home arranged over three floors with over 2700 sq ft of living space. The property has a 33 ft reception which can be closed off to make two separate rooms and a great country style 'eat-in' kitchen. The property is well located for Thames walks and Chiswick High Road, with its excellent shops and restaurants. The nearest underground station is located at Gunnersbury (District Line) which provides easy access into the heart of London; superb access for driving is provided by both the A4 & A316.

Beautifully Presented Period Property | Entrance Hall | Six Bedrooms | Kitchen/Breakfast Room | Bathroom | En Suite Bathroom | Further Shower Room | Cellar | Off Street Parking | No Onward Chain | EPC Rating Band E

CHISWICK | 020 8994 7096 chiswick@winkworth.co.uk

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HOFLAND ROAD, W14 £1,350,000 FREEHOLD A rarely available cottage on this most sought after street in the heart of Brook Green. Offered in good order throughout and with planning permission to further extend the property, creating a larger ground floor, along with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Hofland Road is a most attractive residential street, moments from pubs and restaurants. A further range of amenities are on offer at Westfield London and in Hammersmith, whilst the closest stations are Shepherds Bush, Kensington Olympia and Hammersmith.

Double Reception Room | Kitchen/Dining Area | 2 Bedrooms | Bathroom | Garden | 877 Sq Ft / 81.5 Sq M | EPC Rating Band D

HAMMERSMITH | 020 7371 4466 hammersmith@winkworth.co.uk

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ELERS ROAD, W13 £1,600,000 FREEHOLD Located on one of Ealing’s most exclusive roads, this five bedroom Edwardian house has more to offer than just its superb location. On the ground floor, a spacious reception room boasts gorgeous bay windows and wooden floors, and a delightful sitting room retains a charming original bricked arch. The rear of the property has been opened up to create a spectacular eat-in kitchen with skylights replacing the roof to flood the kitchen with natural light. French doors open out to the private garden. On the first floor four bedrooms and a family bathroom are presented in good order. On the second floor the entire roof space has been extended and converted into an impressive master suite at full head-height.

Semi-detached Three-storey House | Five Bedrooms | Ensuite Master Bedroom | Eat-in Kitchen | Conservatory | Private Garden | EPC: E

EALING & ACTON | 020 8896 0123 ealing@winkworth.co.uk

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AMHERST AVENUE, W13 £1,038 PW

EGERTON GARDENS, W13

A superb Edwardian family home located in the popular St Stephens area and close to Ealing Broadway. Rent: £4,500 PCM

This fantastic property has been newly built retaining the character of the surrounding area, in an excellent location. Rent: £3,000 PCM.

Five Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms | Recently Refurbished Throughout | Off Street

Large through lounge | Extended kitchen/dining room | Cloakroom: Utility room |

Parking | Cloakroom/Utility Room | Fees Apply | EPC: C

Five bedrooms | Two bathrooms | Fees Apply | EPC: C.

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Ealing & Acton office | 020 8896 0123

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HOLST HOUSE, W12

£800 PER WEEK

£693PW

£335 PER WEEK

A newly refurbished semi-detached family home ideally located a stone’s throw away from Wendell Park and Askew Village. Unfurnished.

Available immediately. Rent: £3,467 PCM.

A light, spacious and immaculately presented flat located in modern development close to Hammersmith Hospital and BBC Centre.

Furnished. Available 3rd July. Rent: £1,452 PCM.

Four Bedrooms | Two Reception Rooms | Two Bathrooms | Garden | EPC: D

One Bedroom | Open plan living | Balcony | Off Street Parking | EPC: C

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HARTINGTON ROAD, W4

BERRYMEDE ROAD, W4

£2,300 PER WEEK

£635 PER WEEK

Exceptional and fabulous four bedroom detached family house situated A beautiful three bedroom house with a lovely garden tucked away in on a prestigious residential road in Grove Park. £9,967 PCM Bedford Park. £2,750 PCM 4/5 Bedrooms | 2 Reception Rooms | 3 Bathrooms | Garden | Patio | Conservatory

3 Bedrooms | 2 Reception Rooms | 2 Bathrooms | Garden | Residents Parking |

| Off Street Parking | Furnished/Unfurnished | Fees Apply | EPC: E

Unfurnished | Fees Apply | EPC D

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ADDISON GARDENS, W14

£750 P/W

£460 P/W

A superb apartment on the third floor (with lift) of a sought after block with 24 hour concierge, gym and swimming pool. RENT £3,250 PCM.

A fabulous flat on the first floor of a converted red brick Victorian house in Brook Green. RENT £1,993 PCM.

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | Open Plan Kitchen | Bathroom | 726 Sq Ft / 67.4

2 Bedrooms | Large reception | Open plan kitchen | Bathroom | En suite shower

Sq M | Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: C

room | Communal gardens | Off street parking | Unfurnished | Fees apply | EPC: B

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MARBELLA, SPAIN £6.68 MILLION

Riviera Rooms with a view

by N I G E L L E W I S

Luxury property in Europe's glitzy seaside resorts

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f you haven’t watched the current Sky Atlantic series Riviera then you’ll probably have seen the flurry of posters for it plastered all over London.

It follows the gilded life of art dealer Georgina Clios played by Julia Stiles, whose life begins to unravel when her rich husband is killed in mysterious circumstances.

Panned by some critics despite being written by The Crying Game’s Neil Jordan, Riviera is nevertheless a feast for the eye. It’s set in the heart of the shimmering Cote d’Azur in France, a fitting façade for the dark world of organised crime Georgina

finds herself immersed in.

In the real world, if you ignore the bling and the traffic jams, the French Riviera is an astonishingly beautiful place. In many places, on a bright summer’s day, the land slips coyly into an azure sea.

The centrepiece of the TV show is Georgiana’s home, called Villa Carmella. It’s actually Chateau Diter, a recently-built mansion that’s the home to a French businessman who rents it out for filming and upmarket weddings.

The property is near the small town of Grasse, in the hills above Cannes and is an extraordinary little micro-market of large villas, most of which have rolling views over the

GRASSE, FRANCE €3.9 MILLION

Ignore the bling and the traffic jams, the French Riviera is an astonishingly beautiful place

Mediterranean below.

“The Riviera is hugely varied in terms of landscape, attitude, cuisine and people. I think some people have pre-conceptions of the Riviera being brash and glitzy when actually this really isn’t the case at all,” says agent Tim Swannie of Home Hunts.

“We work with clients from all over the world and from a huge array of backgrounds, from retired couples to celebrities, and even the odd royal, but the majority of our clients are families or couples who are looking for a holiday home in the sunshine with easy access to restaurants and culture.

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PALMA, MALLORCA £2.63 MILLION

Here are three more luxury properties in the hills of some of Europe’s other glitzier seaside resorts.

Lagos, Portugal £1.76 MILLION A six-bedroom villa with two guest cottages in a hectare of grounds with views over Meia Praia, the best beach in Lagos, to the east of the port town.

More information from Knight Frank on 020 7861 1109.

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LAGOS, PORTUGAL £1.76 MILLION

Marbella, Spain £6.68 MILLION A four-bedroom hilltop mansion overlooking Marbella in Andalucía, Spain in a peaceful neighbourhood not too far from the fast lane of central Marbella. It comes with a separate snooker room, a beautiful terrace with amazing views over the coast, and a swimming pool.

More information from Mark Harvey (07825 732032).

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Tim says the market for property in the area where Riviera was filmed has been flat for the past three years, but now prices are starting to rise once more.

And while wealthy buyers with a taste for modernist edifices graduates towards Cannes, Antibes and Villefranche-sur-Mer, inland areas such as Grasse and Valbonne, are where those who yearn for a traditional, stone-built property go.

A good example of such a home is this 18th century stone bastide with six bedrooms overlooking the coast, around the corner from

Chateau Diter.

It’s for sale at €3.9 million with Home Hunts (+33 970 446643) and comes with a terraced garden and a swimming pool below the property.

Should you have the deep pockets to buy the property, then you’ll be in starry company. Tim says he’s sold properties locally to both celebrities and the “occasional minor royal” so popping down to the shops for milk should be interesting.

But the French Riviera is not for everyone, and there are plenty of competing resorts around Europe that offer similar levels of luxury and sea views.

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Palma, Mallorca £2.63 MILLION An extraordinary mountain-top villa overlooking the heart of road cycling country in Mallorca and its capital, Pollensa – where Bradley Wiggins hangs out and trains. Visit Tolos, a local restaurant =where his bike and signed shirts can be enjoyed over a glass of local wine and seafood. The property has six bedrooms and a panoramic terrace.

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A most impressive family home boasting generously proportioned rooms, an attractive balance of period features and a tasteful modern finish. The garden is well established and private.

Iffley Road is an attractive tree lined street within Brackenbury Village, ideally located a short walk from Hammersmith Broadway. It also benefits from being close to outstanding schools and the popular Ravenscourt Park.

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Five bedrooms Three bathrooms Double reception room Stylish kitchen/diner Private garden High ceilings Sought after location EPC rating D

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Dalling Road, Hammersmith W6 Guide Price £1,330,000

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A stunning and spacious home boasting a beautifully designed kitchen and bathrooms finished to the highest standard. The property also benefits from a large reception room and private garden.

Set on a popular street bordering Brackenbury Village and moments from the shops and amenities of King Street, it is a short walk from the open space of Ravenscourt Park, the River Thames and multiple tube lines.

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Church Gardens, Ealing W5 £1,000,000

A unique and inviting three bedroom semi detached period family home. The property offers the perfect opportunity for those looking to refurbish to their own taste with huge potential to extend (STPP).

Ealing 020 8799 3890 ealing.sales@kfh.co.uk

Church Gardens is a quiet and attractive cul de sac located within easy reach of Ealing Broadway, and moments from South Ealing tube station. There are a variety of restaurants, shops and cafes and the wide open spaces of Walpole and Lammas Parks nearby.

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by N I G E L L E W I S

Vicky Bhogal on her path to success, getting on the property ladder and her move to France

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icky Bhogal found overnight fame during the early noughties when her debut Indian cookbook became a surprise best seller. But it was her ability to make her own luck that helped her turn the book into a food empire.

Called Cooking Like Mummyji, it tapped into what was then a growing trend for ‘real’ Indian food rather than the anglicised version most Tandoori restaurants cook up.

Published in 2003 when Vicky was just 24 years old, the book won several gongs including ones from the Guild of Food Writers and the Glenfiddich Awards.

It also won praise from leading foodies including Nigella Lawson, who said she was “mad about this book” while writer India Knight and actress Meera Syal also went on record in praise of her recipes.

Vicky says the idea for the book came to her when she was working in advertising in London and many people, including fellow British Asians, would constantly ask her for advice and recipes to make home-cooked Indian food.

After the success of the first book, a follow-up Mummyji book was published in 2004 while her third book, A Fair Feast, is said to have graced the kitchen of Elton John. It was written as a fundraiser and pulled in £100,000 for The Fairtrade Foundation and Oxfam’s Make Trade Fair campaign.

All this also opened doors within big business. After the success of Cooking

Like Mummyji, Vicky wrote a letter to then Tesco CEO Terry Leahy and suggested that the supermarket should sell real homecooked style Indian food.

“My agent was furious with me because I had written a letter direct rather than go through them, but I was soon proved right; I got an email back from one of the Tesco product team asking to meet,” she says.

The resulting deal created a new line of products for Tesco, which helped Vicky eventually build up a business worth several

million pounds.

The flourishing business also helped Vicky get her foot on the property ladder.

She bought a two-bedroom apartment on the Finchley Road in Hampstead within a converted Victorian house.

She also persuaded the vendor to knock £30,000 off the asking, because otherwise it was beyond her maximum budget and she couldn’t afford it.

Vicky then set about doing up the flat.

This included the kitchen where she has done all her recipe research for many of her subsequent books, and more recently also for the updated version of Cooking with Mummyji, published last year by Grub Street. It includes some 100 Punjabi recipes “as cooked in British Asian homes”.

But she is now taking a different culinary path. Her Hampstead flat is on the market at £850,000 and she and her partner have bought a run-down farm in Burgundy, France, which after it’s been renovated will be used to host cooking courses – and be somewhere quieter for Vicky to do her recipe research for future books.

“When my parents arrived in the UK they plunged headlong into a completely foreign country where they had to learn a new language, and me moving to France fells like a similar story – so I’m taking French classes like they did English ones,” she says.

“I have a completely different life now – last week I was driving a tractor up and down a field instead of battling the tube.”

Vicky’s flat has a lounge, kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom as well as a garden at the back. It’s about 10 minutes on foot from Finchley Road Station for the Jubilee and Metropolitan tube lines. ◆ More information from mgmfrenchproperties.com/property

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