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BRORA

British cashmere brand Brora really comes into its own this time of year with a vast array of gorgeously soft jumpers, polos, ponchos, coats and more.

We’re obsessing over the Merino Intarsia Stripe Jumper for it’s easy-going sports vibe. £169, brora.co.uk

Charlotte’s Champers

Cheers to Veuve Clicquot and Charlotte Olympia’s latest collaboration which sees the designer put her unique stamp on an iconic brand. Available this month exclusively from Harrods. £175; www.harrods.com

TASSEL TIME

The Lizzie Fortunato Jewels collection encapsulates the label’s sophisticated and eclectic bohemian style. Dare to wear these mustard pair to zhoosh up a daytime look. £317; farfetch.com

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Kate Spade strikes again with her off beat, innovative and charming designs. Add an element of fun to your handbag with this adorable phone accessory. £75; selfridges.com

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From luxury loungewear, nightwear and sleepwear to chic daywear, basics and accessories, Hush are marrying on-trend piece with ease and comfort.

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This heritage jacket is the season’s game changer. Its impeccable tailoring ensures that even the most casual of t-shirts will look instantly cooler. £940, net-a-porter.com

HIGH FLYING

Made in Japan, Dita's 'Flight' sunnies offer a fresh take on the classic aviator. The angular silhouette has a flattering effect on cheekbones while the grey finish suits all colouring. £425; net-a-porter.com

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From a bold smoky eye, to a sexy slash of colour and everything in between, Tom Ford’s Eye Colour Quad enables multiple looks from a single beautybag must-have. £66; selfridges.com

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Chunky ankle boots are the key trend this season stomping straight from the runway to the streets. Givenchy’s studded pair are perfect for grounding a feminine dress. £965, net-a-porter.com

Abbott Lyon’s Kensington premium range is a classic staple accessory for any wardrobe. We like the black suede version for it’s day-to-night versatility. £90; wolfandbadger.com

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A HISTORY OF MAGIC Fro m 2 0 O c t o b e r B r i ti s h Li b ra r y elve into divination and ponder the peculiarities of potions in a journey to D where magic and myth began. This much anticipated exhibition unveils rare books, manuscripts and magical objects to capture the traditions of folklore and magic which are at the heart of the Harry Potter stories. u 96 Euston Road, NW1; ltmuseum.co.uk

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Fro m 1 O c t o b e r Ro y a l Al b e r t Ha ll ilm fans will know the Royal Albert Hall for its role in Alfred Hitchcock’s F The Man Who Knew Too Much, but it’s just one of many films and shows set at the iconic venue. This four-week festival brings film music front and centre with unmissable events such as Casino Royal and The Addams Family both in concert. u Kensington Gore, SW7; royalalberthall.com

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Covent Garden is harnessing girl power this autumn with the London Transport Museum’s latest exhibition. Poster Girls highlights the key female artists who have designed for London transport, including Dora Betty, Herry Perry and Freda Lingstorm. Expect beautiful original posters from the museum, along with letters, ceramics and photographs.

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CHILD OF THE DIVIDE Un ti l 1 5 O c t o b e r Po l k a T he a tre t’s summer 1947 and 16 million people are on the move between India and I the newly-formed Pakistan. Amid the upheaval young Pali’s fingers slip from his father’s hand and his destiny changes forever. u 240 The Broadway, SW19; polkatheatre.com

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RAIN: 50 YEARS OF THE BEATLES 5 -7 O c t o b e r L o ndo n Pa ll a di u m ain brings to life The R Beatles’ iconic album, The Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club in an adoring tribute to the legendary band. The Broadway smash hit musical performs the full range of The Beatles’ discography in a note-for-note performance that is as infectious as it is transporting. u 8 Argyll Street, W1F; seetickets.com

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From 25 O ctob er D ulwich P icture G a ll e r y nown internationally as the creator of the Moomin K characters and books, Tove Jansson is one of the most celebrated illustrators of the 20th century. This major retrospective brings together 150 works to trace the key stages of her prolific career, including her Surrealist-inspired paintings of the 1930s and abstract work of the 1960s. u Gallery Road, SE21; dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk

From 6 O ctober L o ndo n C o u n tr y Hall

Agatha Christie’s iconic crime thriller comes to the Southbank, uniquely set inside the court room of County Hall. It’s the first major play written by Christie to open since the 1960s and promises a gripping evening of justice, passion and betrayal.

Belvedere Road, SE1; witnesscountyhall.com

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LONDON LITERARY FESTIVAL 6 -9 O cto b er T h e Ho s pi tal Cl u b ondon’s biggest literature festival is back for its 11th year with twenty days of live readings, performance, talks, workshops and music across Southbank Centre’s vast site. For the first time, the London Literary

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Festival will open with Poetry International and will explore how literature can help us make sense of a world increasingly caught between extremes. u Belvedere Road, SE1; southbankcentre.co.uk

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On the O Silver Screen The BFI London Film Festival returns for its 61st edition. Absolutely gets the lowdown W o r d s J OY M O N TG O M E RY

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ver 200 film screenings across 12 days in more than a dozen London venues. Grab your popcorn and dim the lights, because the BFI Film Festival is back.

From 4-15 October, thousands will flock to the capital to witness this iconic film event, which sees exclusive screenings and events open to the viewing public.

From hot-off-the-press emerging talent to seasoned filmmakers, the London Film Festival is the ultimate opportunity for UK audiences to see the very best in popular and independent cinema from across the globe.

While some films will premiere at the festival and go on to mainstream release in cinemas and

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CINEMA FROM ACROSS the globe awards success, others will receive their only big screen presentation at the festival, adding to the unique sense of discovery and a one-time only opportunity for audiences to see a film. LFF is an unmissable event for movie lovers.

A range of tickets are available to the public, including £5 rush tickets for the under-25s.

This offers access to over 200 screenings, separated into themed strands of Love, Debate, Laugh, Dare, Thrill, Cult, Journey, Create, Family, and Treasures. The result?

Regardless of age, culture or interest, you can find a film that suits you.

Last year’s 60th anniversary edition reached a recordbreaking London attendance of 184,700. A further 9,300 people accessed festival screenings

through simultaneous UK-wide presentations and online. The Festival programme included many films that later received significant awards success such as Barry Jenkin’s Moonlight and Damien Chazelle’s La La Land. This year’s Festival programme will feature hundreds of new UK and international films exploring a diverse range of topical, thoughtprovoking and agenda-setting themes.

The 2017 festival will open with the hotly anticipated European Premiere of Breathe, the directorial debut of Andy Serkis on Wednesday 4 October.

Adventurous and charismatic, Robin Cavendish (Andrew Garfield) has his whole life ahead of him when he is paralysed by polio whilst in Africa and given just months to live. Against all advice, Robin’s wife Diana (Claire Foy) brings him home from hospital where her devotion and witty determination inspire him to lead a long and fulfilled life.

Together they refuse to be limited by expectations, dazzling others with their humour, courage and lust for life. There will be a live cinecast of the excitement from Leicester Square and simultaneous screenings taking place at cinemas across the UK.

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If you fancy something a little more discursive then don’t miss the acclaimed talks series LFF Connects. Returning with leading international talent in film, television, music, art, games and creative technologies, the series delivers insights into the creative process and discussing their art forms’ intersection with film. Previous participants include Christopher Nolan, Louis Theroux and Black Mirror co-creators Charlie Brooker and Annabel Jones. Also returning is the career-focused Screen Talks with previous participants including Nicole Kidman, Dev Patel, Paul Verhoeven, Ben Wheatley and Park Chan-wook. Need we say more?

GET TICKETS BEFORE THEY GO… The 61st BFI London Film Festival in partnership with American Express® takes place from Wednesday 4 October-Sunday 15 October 2017.

The full festival programme will be announced on Thursday 31 August 2017 at ODEON Leicester Square.

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the go-getting Once-ler come face to face with the magical Lorax in a battle over the beloved truffula trees and the whole of Paradise Valley. Adapted for the stage by David Greig, Dr. Seuss’s The Lorax is a brilliant riot of eyepopping colour, gorgeous puppetry and infectious music to enchant adults and children alike. l The Cut, SE1; oldvictheatre.com

3. THE SLAVES OF SOLITUDE

20 October - 25 November Hampstead Theatre In Henley-on-Thames, 1943, Miss Roach is forced by the war to flee London for the grey, lonely Rosamund Tea Rooms.

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1. JANE EYRE

This year marks the 170th anniversary of Jane Eyre and Charlotte Brontë’s story of the trailblazing protagonist is as inspiring as ever. This bold and dynamic production tells the story of one women’s fight for freedom and fulfilment.

Jane Eyre’s spirited heroine faces life’s obstacles head-on, through orphanage, poverty and betrayal, before making the ultimate decision to follow her heart. l South Bank, SE1; national theatre.org.uk

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Lieutenant and things start to look distinctly brighter. Adapted from Patrick Hamilton’s much-loved story, this new play weaves a fascinating blend of dark hilarity and melancholy in a story about an improbable heroine in wartime Britain. l Eton Avenue, NW3; hampstead.com

4. THE LIE

Until 18 November Menier Chocolate Factor y Florian Zeller is the award-winning playwright of The Father and The Truth, both of which have already made their mark on the West End. Zeller’s The Lie follows a women who sees her best friend’s husband cheating on her. Samantha Bond, James Dreyfus, Tony Gard and Alexander Gilbreath star in this thoughtprovoking exploration of truth and infidelity. l 53 Southwark Street, SE1; menierchocolatefactory.com

5. OSLO

From 2 October Harold Pinter Theatre In 1993, in front of the world’s press, the leaders of Israel and Palestine shook hands on the lawn of the White House. This new political thriller follows the true story of these maverick diplomats in the run up to this iconic event, as they host top secret talks and inspire impossible friendships. l Panton Street, SW1Y; nationaltheatre.org.uk

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DE ARCHITECTURA Inspired by the work of Italian artist Ettore Sottsass, Furla’s AW17 collection is an ode to the brand’s 90-year heritage. Interwoven with Italian DNA and craftsmanship, Sottsass’ geometric motifs pervade the designs through playful details and graphic prints. furla.com

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A Capsule Wardrobe CLEAR OUT Start with a spring clean. Be ruthless with yourself; examine every item and decide if it really contributes anything to your wardrobe.

An easy way to do this is to ask: ‘Have I worn this within the last year?’ If the answer is no, then chances are it’s time to move on.

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If you’re a serial hoarder then try restricting yourself to wearing ten pieces over ten days - this will force you to be more inventive with your pre-existing wardrobe.

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Portobello Belle M .i .h Je a n s x B ay G a r n e tt

This season Fashion Editor Bay Garnett has joined forces with M.i.h Jeans to explore their shared love of London style. Harking back to the ‘90s west London style scene, the Golborne Road Project is made up of eight-pieces that recall Garnett’s time at Central Saint Martins. Set to be this season's coolest fashion collaboration. matchesfashion.com

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Maggie Marilyn Fun, fresh and very ‘now’, Maggie Marilyn is the up-and-coming New Zealand fashion designer creating clothing with a conscience. With an emphasis on ethical and environmentally-friendly production, Marilyn’s wearable creations are accented by the odd ruffle, ruched detailing or go-faster stripe, resulting in luxe staples that exude lowmaintenance cool. Watch this face; £850. net-a-porter.com

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Lock & Co. Hatters Thanks to Dior’s Maria Grazia Chiuri, berets are big news for AW17.

Forget affected Parisian clichés, the new way to wear it is strictly utilitarian. Make like Maria and pair with an oversized shacket or slouchy polo neck; military undertones are a must. If Dior’s leather iteration isn’t your thing then Lock & Co’s classic style will certainly hit the spot. yolke.co.uk

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Dinosaur Designs With their sculptural silhouettes and unique use of resin, Dinosaur Designs’ handcrafted jewellery offers a refined respite from last season's larger-than-life costume jewellery.

Founded in Sydney by Louise Olsen and Stephen Ormandy, the brand’s collection of elegant earrings, necklaces and bangles will act as the perfect centre piece for any outfit. net-a-porter.com

UTERQÜE Striped Sock-Style Ankle Boots, £115; uterque.com

ZARA

Striped Heel Sock-Style Ankle Boots, £39.99; zara.com

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Dubarry We’re channeling our inner Mr Darcy with Dubarry’s Chamomile Shirt. The ruffle and prim and proper collar, plus the brand’s traditional roots, will ensure that you do AW17’s heritage trend the authentic way.

Style with a flash of patent to balance out any prudish undertones - be it a daring mini, block-heeled ankle boot or high shine biker; £69. dubarryboots.com

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FASHION / TREND ATTICO Mara Polka-Dot Pumps, £795; net-a-porter.com

MARQUES’ALMEIDA Jacquard Polka Dot Blouse, £450; farfetch.com MARC JACOBS Polka-Dot Silk-Satin Twill Scarf, £90; net-a-porter.com

CAROLINE CONSTAS Gabriella Polka-Dot Top, £365; net-aporter.com

UTERQÜE Pink Polka-Dot Shirt, £95; uterque.com

CALVIN KLEIN Koko Polka-Dot Satin Maxi Dress, £1,555; matchesfashion.com

PRADA SS17

GANNI Leclair Ruffled Polka-Dot Satin Midi Skit, £225; net-a-porter.com

Zimmermann Autumn/ Winter 2017

UTERQÜE Polka-Dot High Heel Sandals, £115; uterque.com

JOIN THE DOTS Polka dots get a grown-up makeover this season B y J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

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MANGO Bow Polka-Dot Blouse, £25.99; shop.mango.com

MARC JACOBS Polka-Dot Snapshot Camera Bag, £370; marcjacobs.com

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POLISHED TO PERFECTION For autumn, Jo Malone has taken their best-selling scents and combined them with exfoliating ingredients. Using Jojoba beads, orange peel and bamboo stem, the formula works to delicately smooth away dryness and impurities. Perfect for dull winter skin. jomalone.co.uk

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Glossier comes to the UK, ghd goes pink and discover this season’s hottest hair hue W o r d s J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

HARE & BONE BA L AYAGE

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nyone who gets blonde highlights knows how high maintenance they can be. With the rigmarole of getting them done every six weeks, the unflattering root regrowth, plus the cost, it can become very tiresome. If the upkeep is getting you down, then balayage could be the answer.

Balayage is a French word meaning to sweep or to paint, and once you’ve had it done, this will make perfect sense. Eager to free myself from highlights, but nervous about making a change, I book in with HARE & BONE - one of London’s leading colour specialists. The salon’s Founder Sam Burnett is a regular request for runway hair with a client list including Bora Aksu and Charli XCX and a portfolio spanning Wonderland, i-D and Nylon, so you know you’re in good hands.

Chloe, a Master Stylist, chats to me about the effect I want. She understands my wariness about going too dark and finds a golden tone of my natural colour that will blend in perfectly with lighter ends. She paints this tone onto the crown of my head, then starts to apply the colour, sweeping it through triangle sections of hair onto a foil. This gives it a natural transition from dark to light. She chops into my layers and gives me a long fringe, framing my face more definitively. The result is just what I’m after - low maintenance, sun-kissed looking locks that complement both my complexion and bone structure. I’m sold already, and after copious compliments since my appointment, will be booking in again. ◆ HARE & BONE 69 Great Titchfield Street, W1W; 020 7401 2413 hareandbone.co.uk

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Scarlet Fever C h a r l e s Wo r t h i n g t o n

To celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Charles Worthington Salons, the brand is releasing their most vibrant collection to date. 'Vibe' is all about creating show-stopping colour, and this autumn the theme is ravishing reds. Whether it's strawberry blonde, muted russet or bold crimson, this on-trend hue is the easiest way to change up your look for autumn. charlesworthingtonsalons.com

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of the best

COLOUR ME PRETTY

C o l o u r I n f u s e Wa s h No sulphates, parabens or silicone, and 100% vegan, Infuse My Colour Wash is one of the good guys of the haircare industry.

Coming in five washes - ruby, copper, gold, cobalt and platinum - these heroes are designed to refresh colour and add vibrancy to coloured hair. Use now for happy locks all winter long; £13.95 boots.com

TOO HOT TO HANDLE

Urban Decay NAKED Heat Hailed as the ultimate nude eyeshadow offering, every beauty veteran will have Urban Decay’s Naked palette in their arsenal. The brand has now released a palette of 12 new sizzling sunset shades, perfect for this season’s earthy-toned beauty look. £39.50; urbandecay.co.uk

HAIR WITH HEART

ghd Platinum Pink Blush This season ghd's cult styling products are supporting breast cancer charities across the globe with the launch of their limited edition pink blush collection.

For every product in the range sold, ghd will make a donation - choose from a platinum styler, air hairdryer or paddle brush. It’s time to think pink. ghdhair.com

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AESTHETIC EXPORTS

Glossier The storming success of US beauty brand, Glossier, from Into the Gloss' Emily Weiss, has led to a long-awaited UK launch. With its Instagram-friendly packaging, cruelty-free formulas and ‘less is more’ mantra, the brand finally announced its arrival in the UK. Wishlists at the ready. glossier.com

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BURBERRY BEAUTY Poppy Black, £15; uk.burberry.com

SMITH AND CULT Bitter Buddhist, £19; cultbeauty.co.uk

3 4 BUTTER LONDON Dahling, £12; simplybe.co.uk

DEBORAH LIPPMANN Get Lucky, £18; net-aporter.com

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YVES SAINT LAURENT Beige Gallery, £19.50; selfridges.com

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If you recognise any of THESE SYMPTOMS then it’s time to go and SEE BERNADETTE AND ESTHER

SHOULD WE BLAME MUMS FOR BAD GUMS?

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egrettably, the answer might be ‘yes’, according to the latest thinking in dentistry - but Dads might not be in the clear either. It seems that for some people ‘genetic susceptibility’ may be at the root of gum disease and it’s a condition you might inherit from even the most loving and caring of parents. The condition may be made worse by poor oral hygiene and smoking, but rest assured, you can do something positive about it with the help of Sparklysmile, Blackheath Village’s own

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dentists of excellence since 1968.

However, before close family and ancestors get all the blame, there are also many other factors that can affect the health of your gums. These include tobacco, age, stress, medication, clenching or grinding your teeth, poor diabetic control, heart disease, osteoporosis, psoriasis, bad nutrition and obesity.

So what is gum disease and how do you know you’ve got it?

It often arrives painlessly, caused by the action of bacteria accumulating in plaque that collects around teeth. Your

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teeth may become loose and sore. Also, gums bleed and sometimes there’s a bad taste in the mouth. Often spaces appear between teeth and gums recede. It might also be signposted by a history of aching or abscesses.

If you recognise any of these symptoms then it’s time to go and see Bernadette and Esther, Sparklysmile’s dedicated hygienist team who have worked there for more than a decade. They're the business' secret weapon against gum disease. By following their advice and oral hygiene programme, you can combat gingivitis, a totally treatable form of gum disease.

Not so reversible is Periodontitis. Enter Lydia Pink, an award-winning dentist with a special interest in gums. Having taken a course in Periodontology, she can tackle more complex gum problems when required.

Together with their hygienists, Lydia and the Sparklysmile team will do their utmost to stabilise periodontitis and prevent it from worsening. In fact, periodontal awareness is a priority at Sparklysmile.

If you are worried you may have gum problems, don’t delay and book an appointment today. S PA R K LY S M I L E Dental excellence since 1968 19 Montpelier Vale, Blackheath, SE3 0TA 020 8852 0442, sparklysmile.co.uk

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PERFUME LEGENDS An olfactory guide to the fundamental fashions of fragrance W o r d s M i c h a e l D o n o va n

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was chastened by our store manager (who hails from Brazil) this week as I was bewailing the passing of summer, the early onset of autumn and the first click of the central heating - "in Britain you are so lucky with the weather, every time you open your shutters it's a surprise". With this a truly inspiring attitude to our seasons ringing in my ears I thought that we would celebrate the onset of autumn with some new and a few classic fragrances that resonate with the crisp cool mornings and smokey scents of burning leaves that are synonymous with October.

The great news for fragrance enthusiasts is that colder temperatures necessitate a ramp up in perfume power, in other words we need to select more potent notes which widens the possibilities for the olfactory wardrobe. All great fashion designers prefer autumn/winter collections as their palette is so much wider, and it is the same for fragrance - we can wear far more varied, interesting notes in colder conditions.

Smokey, resinous perfumes are my favourites and there is no better time to appreciate their warm vitality. Abel's 'Grey Labdanum' is a 100% natural, cashmere sweater of a scent which uses the dark, smouldering eponymous note to cocoon the wearer in luxury while warm amber and

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Colder temperatures NECESSITATE A ramp up in PERFUME POWER patchouli fan the embers. Bohdidharma's 'Black Lapsang' is another masterpiece of glowing incandescence, taking the Chinese smoked tea and re-interpreting the flavour with fiery Russian birch tar, sweet cedar and a wisp of tobacco.

Perhaps the king or queen of all bonfire perfumes is 'Celtic Fire' by Union. This fragrance house only uses ingredients gathered from around the British Isles and here the star is the birch, Scotland's most proliferate tree, which produces the tar-like resin used to re-create the smell of a blaze. Fuelled by the rich peat found in County Derry, Northern Island, fir balsam, oak extract and wild pine needles there will something wonderfully familiar to those that have roamed our forests for this is a resolutely British scent, tribal and celebratory. Wear with your favourite tunic and a dab of woad.

Paul Schutze's 'Tears Of Eros' is my new obsession and quite the most beautiful incense fragrance on the market. The juxtaposition of the classic triumvirate of ambergris, incense and benzoin with an unseasonal injection of hyacinth and green clementine peel is incredibly seductive.

There is a touch of Christmas here, with church and the bowl of tangerines flickering at the corner of the mind however the almost narcotic loveliness of the flower wins through and the combination is serene and spiritual. It's a lovely way to start the day.

I may have raved about David Moltz, the nose at D.S. & Durga, on previous occasions.

The young perfumer from Brooklyn is entirely self-taught and thus brings to his perfumes an edgy inventiveness rarely experienced. His scents are vivid and 'Freetrapper' is a wonderful example, epic and haunting, inspired by the mountain men that roamed the Rockies hunting beaver for their pelts and valuable musk oil. David's ability to conjure a landscape is second to none and the fragrance transports us to the wild backwoods, with dark cedar, snakeroot, bitter orange and distilled incense. It makes you want to light a campfire and sleep with your boots on.

Finally 'Fuoco Infernale' or 'Hell Fire'

by Linari, a rather portentous title that is slightly misleading for this is a very elegant and sophisticated rendering of damnation.

The smokey birch and olibanum are backed with spicy cinnamon and gurjan balsam with the unexpected aromatic herbal addition of marjoram and myrtle, both uplifting and transcendent and located, I believe, much closer to the pearly gates.

So the olfactory message for this month is 'treasure our seasons', we are lucky to have them. ◆

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RETRO FAVOURITES Based around the premise that food should be fun and that flavour is key, Jesse Dunford Wood’s new book - Modern British Food: Recipes from Parlour, gives British classics a kooky twist. Cow Pie sits alongside his modern take on Chicken Kyiv and a wealth of wittily conceived, much-loved dishes. £20, Absolute Press

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GRAPE NEWS

Wine recommendations for the month

CONFIDENTIAL London’s food news and delicious things to see you through October Wo r d s H A N N A H H O P K I N S

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HAMBLEDON, CLASSIC CUVÉE ROSÉ, SPARKLING, HAMPSHIRE £35 A beautiful vivid pink with a bright red berry hue, this wine displays an array of wild strawberry aromas on the nose that lead to a generous, complex palate of buttered toast, ripe lemon and juicy hedgerow fruit. ◆

2016 BERRY BROS. & RUDD PINOT NOIR

BY CRITTENDEN, MORNINGTON PENINSULA £34.95 With aromas of juicy red cherry, leading on to a palate of crunchy redcurrants and strawberries, this has a delicious freshness, making it supremely drinkable. Drink now to 2023 with a fillet of Dover sole. ◆

2015 BERRY BROS. & RUDD EDEN VALLEY RIESLING TORZI MATTHEWS VINTNERS £19.95 Aromas and flavours of classic lime fruit move through to a peach-stone core. The beauty of this wine lies in its impressive weight and texture, which combines with a porcelain freshness. ◆

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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FOOD FEST L o n d o n R e s t a u r a n t Fe s t i v a l

This massive celebration of London’s best has returned with a packed calendar focusing on the diversity of the local restaurant scene. Events include Champagne Gourmet Odysseys, the Ultimate Gastronomic Weekend, Chef’s Tasting Menus and opportunities to learn to cook some of the most celebrated dishes at leading cookery schools. Various locations;

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MODERN PLATES

S moke & Salt at Pop Brixton Smoke & Salt’s brilliant new menu has small modern plates created with ancient cooking techniques. Take a bite out of their Trombetta Courgettes with a toasted seed and walnut crumble, topped with a summer savoury dressing.

49 Brixton Station Road, SW9; smokeandsalt.com

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BAKERIES

DIM SUM

Courtesan At Courtesan there is an innovative Dim Sum menu using modern ingredients. They also boast a wine and spirit list with beverages produced exclusively by women. And if the restaurant, tea room and cocktail bar aren’t enough for you, they also offer a late-night entertainment space.

69-73 Atlantic Road, SW9; thecourtesan.co.uk

Embrace the autumn at one of our favourite bakeries…

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Thirty years of passion has powered The Old Post Office. Using no artificial additives, they offer the most savoury selection of breads and pastries. 76 Landor Road, SW9; oldpostofficebakery.co.uk

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BRICK HOUSE

When you aren’t enjoying their San Francisco style sourdough, try your hand at baking alongside the best in one of their bread classes.

1 Zenoria Street, SE22; brickhousebread.com

MENU MAKEOVER

Salon Salon is getting a makeover with a new bar on the ground floor as well as a wine store next door. Grab yourself a bottle to have with dinner or take it for the road.

The magnificent design still comes in second to the cooking, which features dishes such as whole baked aubergine with smoked almond cream.

18 Market Row, SW9; salonbrixton.co.uk

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DOMINIQUE ANSEL

This New York bakery made it way to London nearly a year ago. They offer a sweet and savoury selection including its famous and innovative creation, the Cronut.

17-21 Elizabeth Street, SW1W; dominiqueansellondon.com

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YEAST BAKERY

SUNDAY BRUNCH

Boustead & Bidois First Aid Box welcomes Boustead and Bidois for their second residency. Try British plates and dishes such as Broad Bean and Chard Gratin and Smoked Potatoes with Leek Aioli.

119 Dulwich Road, SE24; firstaidbox2015.com

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Busy with orders during the week, Yeast is only open to the public on Saturdays. Be sure to get your hands on their exquisite hand-made viennoiserie.Westgate Street, E8; yeastbakery.com

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FABRIQUE

Treat yourself to one of this Swedish bakery’s ever-popular pastries, a fluffy cinnamon bun.

Baked in a stone oven, their hand-made bread will leave you wanting more.

212 Portobello Road, W11; fabrique.co.uk

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A wonderfully IMAGINATIVE range of small PLATES AND SNACKS

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amed after the English garden flower, Lupins is a friendly and informal new neighbourhood opening in Flat Iron Square - the go-to place for hungry Londoners. Made up of seven railway arches and Grade II listed Devonshire House, the area is a melting pot of food vendors, restaurants, street food, bars, live music and entertainment.

A perfect choice then, for a vibrant and exciting new venture.

Lucy Pedder and Natasha Cooke are the brains behind it. They met working

in the kitchen at Medlar in Chelsea and have worked together ever since, running a successful bespoke catering and popup restaurant company ‘The Cooking Collective’. Capitalising on their love of true seasonal British ingredients, the two talented chefs decided to open Lupins infusing those British ingredients with global flavours. Cleverly, Lupin seeds are a snack in the Mediterranean and Latin America, so the name also reflects their sunshiny menu.

Instagram fans will find plenty to snap inside the restaurant, which is designed and overseen by architects Goldstein Ween. Modern, simple and

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effective, expect to see the rustic exposed brickwork of the feature railway arch wall, light wood panelling and a colour scheme of dusky pinks, sage greens and mustard yellows. Warm and inviting, we loved the rose gold font used on the menus and the poems decorating the walls.

As for the food, the menu is a wonderfully imaginative range of small plates and snacks. Standout snacks includes sumac lamb scrumpets and pomegranate molasses, cornmeal fried spring onions with smoked chilli aioli. The small plates collection includes dishes such as polenta crusted anchovies with a wild garlic and onion salad, sea trout, cucumber and seaweed butter, chipotle roast pigeon with charred baby gem and carrot and Spiced beef short rib with purple sprouting broccoli. To finish off the meal, we recommend a plate of Neal’s Yard cheeses, or the rhubarb with ginger, vanilla yoghurt and shortbread.

For drinks choose from the range of quirky and well-priced wines (there are natural, organic and biodynamic available) or opt for the monthly cocktail.

There are even beers served in 360° cans, definitely worth a try. With a dining space and a menu that is small but perfectly formed, Lupins really is full of surprises. LUPINS 66-68 Union Street, SE1; 02036178819 lupinslondon.com

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Christmas at Kew

As twilight falls, the magic begins...

There’s something for everyone as the one mile sparkling path winds its way through the world famous botanical gardens in a magical after dark experience.

Now in its fifth year, our new 2017 winter trail boasts over one million twinkling lights. Welcome to an enchanting world festooned with seasonal cheer as you wander beneath unique tree canopies drenched in Christmas colour.

Tickets

Follow the path lit by one thousand illuminated globes towards glittering trees dripping with silvery shards of you stroll towards the Lake and pause at the waterlight, snowflakes and stars. The mesmerising voices side reflections and underwater lights that playfully of the Singing Trees can be heard in the distance as glow. It’s a place where fairy-tale meets fantasy.

There are hidden surprises too – watch out for the woodland walk along Path of Bubbles, giant baubles where you least expect them and clusters of trees wrapped in ever-changing ribbons of light.

For the young ones, the playful atmosphere of White Peaks will welcome you with a Victorian carousel*, helter skelter* and other family rides* and don’t forget to look out for Santa and his elves at the North Pole along the way.

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£20 / £18 £17 / £15 £60 / £56 £14 / £12

Pre paid parking at Brentford Gate £7 to be booked with ticket/time slot

Book at:

kew.org/christmas 0844 995 9675 Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company’s access charge

All tickets are subject to a single transaction charge £2 per transaction for print at home tickets, £2.50 for tickets sent by first class post. £1.00 when booking tickets in person at Kew. See kew.org/Christmas for further information and full terms and conditions. On the day prices apply from 00.01 on the day prior to your visit.

Not open 20, 21, 27, 28 Nov and 4, 5, 11, 12, 25 Dec. **Family ticket 2 adults and 2 children (aged 4-16) *Extra charges apply

22 November 2017–1 January 2018 Royal Botanic Gardens

Open between 5pm – 10pm Raymond Gubbay

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GREEK FEAST An exciting new opening for Dulwich Village b y E m i l i a B r u c e - Wa t t

Dishes recreate the RELAXED

MEDITERRANEAN

experience of eating IN BEAUTIFUL SANTORINI

Expect authentic Athenian dishes

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he Real Greek has found a new home in Dulwich Village. Designed to recreate the relaxed Mediterranean experience of eating in Santorini, it offers an authentic space for locals, families and visitors to enjoy traditional Greek cuisine. From hot and cold mezes, grilled skewers, marinated meats and a delicious selection of Greek wines, The Real Greek Dulwich Village has it all.

With seating for up to 100, guests have the option to either enjoy al-fresco dining and indulge in Souvlaki’s and sunshine, or immerse themselves in the island-inspired interior, allowing you to escape the realms of reality and take some much-needed time away, even if it is just for the evening.

The menu is inspired by the many different influences Greece has seen over the centuries and the team has worked

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tirelessly to ensure that they capture the true essence of island life. The food emulates the delicious and healthy diet of the Eastern Mediterranean, made with fresh ingredients sourced from Greece and Cyprus that offer ample opportunity to feel totally virtuous.

To bring to life the essence of Greek dining and the tradition of eating with friends, The Real Greek offers the Athenian Meze Menu for 2 to share for £22.00.

The restaurants are spread across London, Southampton, Bournemouth, Reading and Windsor, and all focus on highquality dining and hospitality, ensuring that everyone gets a taste of the Mediterranean.

The Real Greek Dulwich Village is the perfect place to have any kind of get together, with Party Menus starting from £10.95pp.

Book and visit The Real Greek Dulwich Village for an authentic meze-eating evening.

Eat. Together! u

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Ideas, designs and styles for your home

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desk lamps

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IDYLL HOME

Mustard desk lamp, £69 idyllhome.co.uk

NORTHERN LIGHTING Buddy table lamp; £186 skandium.com

GRAHAM AND GREEN Mouse lamp, £60 grahamandgreen.co.uk

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RUME

IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Flos Goldman, desk light, £321 rume.co.uk

ALEXANDER AND PEARL Loft Cream Table Lamp alexanderandpearl.co.uk

Anglepoise The winning collaboration between Paul Smith and Anglepoise continues with the release of three new lamps. Available in the established colour palettes, the newcomers Mini and Giant play with scale, creating larger and smaller versions of the standard piece.

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FLORAL FRENZY

Anthropologie When Anthropologie teamed up with Liberty it was clearly going to be a winning relationship. The stylish and quirky range spans furniture, ceramics. We love the Lucia Armchair, pictured, upholstered in a reimagined version of William Morris’s Strawberry Thief print, £1,398. anthropologie.com

LOAF Gaston desk lamp, £115

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MADE.COM

Cohen table lamp in blue, £55 made.com

DONNA IDA

Jean Queen Donna Ida Thornton is expanding her denim brand by introducing a candle for AW17. T ‘I’ve Got My Eye On You’ candle will be the first of two candles in a new lifestyle collection set to include lovely loungewear and various home accessories. donnaida.com

POOKY CANTONA Desk Lamp in burnt orange, £98 pooky.com

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PICK SQUARE DANCE 1882

Lucienne Day’s iconic Flower Brick has been relaunched in a limited edition by design retailer twnetytwentyone and ceramics brand 1882. Pictured is the Brick with a floral arrangement by designer Suzy Hoodless.

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ATKIN AND THYME

Hettie angled desk lamp in copper, £65 atkinandthyme.co.uk

WILD THINGS

The Lounge Co. Designer Lorna Lucas has joined forces with The Lounge Co. to produce an exclusive range of stunning natureinspired accent chairs. The artist uses wildlife as her muse and has produced three stunning ‘Paradise Bird’ designs.

The Lounge Co.’s sofas and chairs are all hand-crafted in the UK. theloungeco.com

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WILD AND WOOLF

Home office lamp in grey wildandwoolf.com

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Boy TALK When this interiors blogger designed a room for her son, she was aiming for innocence and fun. Here’s her story Wo r d s R U T H M AT T H E W S

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Neutrals range. I particularly recommend it in north-facing rooms, which is where we’ve always used it, as it brings out the grey tones so beautifully.

I have accumulated quite a bit of Scandi kids stuff since Ted was born, and also a fairly hefty dinosaur and animal collection, so they were the jump points for thinking about how the room may hold together. But it wasn’t until I went on a trip to Dorset for Farrow & Ball's wallpaper launch that I knew exactly how the room would look.

When I saw Gable unveiled, it was a designadrenaline moment for me and there was no question in my mind that this was the right design for Ted’s room. With its charming bucolic rural scene (one that I would happily live with in my own space, perhaps in pink) there’s no design I can think of that’s more joyful or comforting for a bedroom. It has such a cosy feel to it, based on a 1950s design but quite timeless, with a touch of naivety to it. We talk about it often during winding down time in here, Ted likes the animals and will spend ages spotting and

ombining a design that combines joyfulness and the things that your toddler loves can be something of a challenge when you like your style without a heavy dose of plastic attached.

Ted's room has been gently evolving since we moved in 18 months ago. His was the first room we painted (within a fortnight) thanks to the harsh and bright lime green space he’d inherited (see what happens when you let your beloved little person make all the design decisions?) So we neutralised the space with one of my very favourite greys, Farrow & Ball’s Cornforth White, which I’ve now used in three homes and loved the result each time – it's such a perfect colour.

It’s a shade of grey with just a hint of dirt in it, which may sound derogatory but in fact it makes the tone really natural and beautiful.

Farrow & Ball describe it as a hushed, calming colour and it is a part of their Easy

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HOMES & INTERIORS / CHILDREN’S ROOMS There are so many things that Ted loves (plastic aside) that we don’t have any theme in here at all, though there is quite a hefty animal slant. The biggest statement (after the wallpaper) is the central back wall which has had things that we like thrown upon it pretty randomly. But I think it works. The cacti wall hooks and shelf were my decision, but a lot of the pictures have meaning: the vintage Super Ted covers were framed for Ted by my good friend Lucy, there’s a handmade ceramic dinosaur plate called Tedosaurus from Aunty Kathryn, a print in vintage style by children’s illustrator Paul Thulby and a raccoon above Teds pillow that I couldn’t resist putting a party hat on.

I’ve tried to keep a pretty retro feel to the items on the mantelpiece, simplicity in wood and a few more colourful pieces which really pop against the wallpaper.

There’s a bit of a vintage theme going on in the corner that holds Ted’s chest of drawers too, the yellow corner with the old £10 drawers I found on eBay and painted a bright mustard yellow, some vintage children’s books, the 50s style swinging rocket toy and the retro dressed animal plates from West Elm that people always comment on. With my ever growing love for house plants, Ted has an aloe which is good for cleansing the air and a mini terrarium complete with polar bear figurine. 

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counting them. The wallpaper is such a statement I didn’t want the design of the rest of the room to argue with it, so I’ve kept everything else pretty pared back in monochromes with the odd flash or colour or fun.

Unlike the rest of the Design Soda house, I didn’t want the space to be too knowing or kitsch so it’s just innocence and fun in here. A mix between vintage wood and Scandinavian toys that I bought when he was really tiny and more colourful fun pieces that I’ve updated in the room as he gets older.

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RESEARCH THE SUBJECT AND COURSES With over 37,000 courses to choose from, you could be forgiven for feeling overwhelmed, but you must choose the right one for you. A carefully curated reading list will help you to get to the heart of a subject so that you can be certain that you want to study it for the next three years or more. Reading also gives you lots to discuss in the personal statement and at interview.

Once you have chosen the subject, you then need to investigate the content of the degree courses. Even courses of the same name will differ between universities so it’s important to look at the content carefully. For example, although courses in Business Studies, Business Management and Business Enterprise all have a common theme, there will be significant differences in the modules offered and you need to be interested in a substantial number of them.

Look also at whether there are options such as studying abroad, working abroad and industrial placements in the UK. The most detailed information on the content of a course is usually found on the department’s website.

RESEARCH THE UNIVERSITIES With 127 universities listed in this year’s Sunday Times Good University Guide, there is something for everyone. You can apply to five universities and once you have a shortlist, you should try to attend an Open Day at each one.

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This is the bit which students worry about most - remember it is only one part of the application. That said, it needs to be good. Briefly, ensure that you focus on the academic. Explain why you wish to study your chosen subject. How did you first become interested in it? What areas or topics particularly interest you? What are the current issues of importance in the subject?

Give evidence of your interest by way of books, lectures, trips, podcasts and journals.

Don’t tell: show! Once complete, check the spelling and grammar and make sure that someone reads it over and gives you feedback.

APPLY IN GOOD TIME BE REALISTIC Make sure you know your predictions.

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To stay on top of your research, make a planner of some sort. I give my students a document to fill in as they go through the process in order to record things in one place. For example: research on courses, reflections on Open Days, books read, work experience, gap year plans, school clubs and societies, skills gained during extra-curricular activities. There are so many things which you do which could be useful not only for the personal statement but also whilst considering what subjects and topics interest you and it’s easy to forget some of them. Recording them all in one place will help you stay on top of things.

Don’t leave things to the last minute.

Properly done, the process takes up a considerable amount of time and energy. In order not to let the process hinder school work, I suggest starting in June with a view to completing in September. ◆

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FOOTSTEPS IN THE SAND Get away from the hubbub of urban life on the deserted dunes of Six Senses Con Dao, the Vietnamese island paradise with an eco-friendly heart.

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W e arrive at Six Senses Con Dao after ten long days traversing the north of Vietnam. As anyone who has witnessed the bustling, moped-flooded streets of Hoi An and Hanoi will know, serious sensory overload is the order of the day. Vibrant, eclectic and humming with life, yes. Relaxing? Not so much.

Just try crossing the road. Immersing ourselves in the sights and sounds of Vietnam’s busy thoroughfares was amazing, but by the end of those ten days we were in serious need of some space. Enter Six Senses.

Con Dao is a group of 16 islands off the southeast coast of Vietnam, famous for their Robinson Crusoe-like seclusion.

The Six Senses is located on Con Son, the largest of the islands, known for its stunning beaches, coral reefs and luscious forests.

To get to our destination we board a small, propeller-driven plane that carries us away from Ho Chi Minh City and across the cloud-flecked sea to the island’s tiny airport. We find ourselves, both physically and mentally, leaving the busyness of the city behind.

We’re met at the airport by a Six

Senses representative who escorts us to the resort - a quick 20 minute drive along the island’s only road. Staying true to the Six Senses’ philosophy of discovering areas of outstanding natural beauty, the resort is located on a breathtaking piece of land, tucked between rolling hills on its own stretch of private beach. Protected as a national and marine park, it is the archipelago’s first five-star offering. It’s a testament to the hotel’s eco credentials that we struggle to spot it as we trundle along the bumpy coastal road, as the natural, timber-clad exterior is barely discernible against the forested backdrop.

We are given a glass of juice and fresh fruit on arrival, before being introduced to our Guest Experience Manager.

Available 24 hours a day, the GEMs are there to see to the needs of each villa.

Want to book dinner in the nearby town? Sorted.

Fancy a sunrise yoga session? No problem.

Our lovely GEM Ngoc gives us a whistle-stop tour of the resort’s main thoroughfare, which is composed of pretty wood-panelled buildings that house a shop, reception, ice cream parlour (free ice cream is served from 11am to 6pm) and bar area.

Made up of 50 highly private villas, the resort exudes the charm of a traditional fishing village with all the mod cons of a contemporary hotel. Our villa, which is a short buggy ride from the reception, is laid out over two floors. Upstairs is an airy, light-filled bedroom with stunning views over the bay, and downstairs, a dressing room-cum-bathroom that leads

We find ourselves, both PHYSICALLY & MENTALLY, LEAVING the busyness of THE CITY BEHIND

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to an outdoor rain shower. Out front we discover our own private infinity pool, complete with tall bamboo walls that offer total privacy from the neighbours. If you need further proof of the hotel’s private appeal, Brad and Angelina have been known to holiday here with the kids. We kick off our shoes and lean on the balcony as the sun dips behind the hills, casting long shadows across the deserted beach.

It may look languorous but a plethora of activities, for both adults and kids, is available for those who want the full island experience - although rotating from bed to pool to sun lounger is, of course, very much encouraged. With Con Dao considered one of the best examples of marine conservation in the country, snorkelling is a great way to spend an afternoon. From the comfort of our boat (we’re joined by only a handful of

SUNSET AT THE POOL

Lit by FLICKERING LANTERNS, the tables spill out ONTO THE BEACH’S wooden promenade other Six Senses guests) we explore the crystal waters and marvel at the colourful marine life and 340 species of coral.

Although you could happily spend a week within the perimeters of this island paradise, the resort encourages guests to experience local life and provides a daily shuttle service and guided historical tour of the nearby town. You can’t wander the streets of Con Son without noticing the looming presence of the 11 derelict prisons which haunt the island. Our tour guide takes us around Phu Hai, the oldest and largest of the jails, which dates back to 1862. They’re hard stories to hear, but it’s an important snapshot of Vietnam’s tumultuous history. The tour finishes at the Hàng Dương Cemetery, a sprawling memorial garden where some 20,000 Vietnamese prisoners are buried.

Peaceful and beautiful, it’s an antidote to the harrowing darkness of the cells. We’re shown the famous grave of Võ Thị Sáu, the first woman to be executed by firing squad in 1952.

We return to the resort and enjoy a relaxing dinner back at The Market, one of the Six Senses’ two eateries. With laidback, open-air vibes and delectable local cuisine, we tuck into a plethora of mouth-

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watering traditional dishes. Our meal is topped off by a drink at the hotel’s second and more formal offering, By the Beach.

Lit by flickering lanterns, the tables spill out onto the beach’s wooden promenade and we relish the stunning panoramic views of the moonlit mountains.

Our last day arrives all too quickly and we indulge in a lingering breakfast at the beach-front restaurant, making the most of the sumptuous spread available - from American pancakes to traditional Vietnamese Pho and everything inbetween. Our final stop is the Six Senses Spa, a bamboo-clad sanctuary located at the far end of the resort. The spa houses four treatment rooms and a yoga and meditation pavilion, all overlooking the Lo Voi mountains and glistening bay, and offers a wide range of therapeutic treatments.

We opt for the Herbal Poultices massage, a 90-minute treatment to soothe city-weary souls (guilty as charged). Starting with a foot wash and head massage, we’re treated by two therapists to an Ayurvedic massage using homemade oils. This is followed by another 30 minutes of herbal massage using homegrown herbal poultices soaked in warm oil. A truly indulgent way to end our stay at the Six Senses Con Dao. It is with heavy hearts that we leave our villa and start the long journey back to the city. We catch one last glance of that unforgettable view as the plane takes off, before our Vietnamese island paradise becomes a dot on the horizon. u S I X S E N S E S C O N DAO Scott Dunn offers seven nights at Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam from £2,400 per person. This is based on a couple sharing an Ocean View Duplex on a B & B basis, and includes return international flights and private airport transfers.

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ating back to 1322, the historic Down Hall Country House Hotel and Spa makes a striking first impression. Sitting on 110 acres of gardens and woodland near Bishop’s Stortford, the hotel is only 45 minutes from central London, so ideal for a weekend away.

Embracing the traditional opulence of manor house style, the recently refurbished hotel offers romance in abundance - chandeliers, oil paintings and decadent furnishings aplenty - alongside all the mod cons and comforts of a contemporary hotel.

Our modern yet cosy room (one of the hotel’s 99) is a peaceful sanctuary, with a luxurious marble-clad bathroom and views over the stunning gardens.

The rooms are clearly the standout feature of the refurb and we enjoy the expert balance of traditional heritage fabrics and classic wooden furniture with designled accents and plush comforts.

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he Grill Room is the hotel’s AA Rosette awarded restaurant specialising in Anglo French cuisine. Despite being slightly distracted by the restaurant’s placing (next to a busy thoroughfare intermittently filled with passing wedding guests) we were blown away by the food. Highlights included an octopus carpaccio starter with burnt lemon mayonnaise, a main of pork belly with mash, butternut, quince, sprout leaves and crackling, and a beautifully presented pudding of milk chocolate delice.

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he brand new Eden Spa is one of the highlights of the weekend.

Compact yet beautifully designed, facilities include a hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room, wellness power showers, relaxation and treatment rooms.

After sampling each of the spa’s areas, we opt for the back, face and scalp treatment with hot stones: a decadent 90 minute treatment with the spa’s expert beauty therapist. We are quickly transported to blissful realms of relaxation.

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From cosy corners to spend time peacefully relaxing in the buzzing café and hairdressing salon.

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his is the perfect opportunity for a buyer looking for a family home or development opportunity. This stunning property hosts a superb front entrance garden leading into the property. Upon entering, you are greeted by two reception rooms. Beyond is the dining area which on looks the spacious rear garden. The first floor incorporates four generous bedrooms, with the master including a roof terrace. u

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Burchell Road, Peckham SE15 Stunning new build apartments situated in a popular and sought after location.

From £485,000 - £549,000 L/H One & two bed

One bathroom

One reception

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Contact Peckham 020 7771 6777

Union Street, London Bridge SE1 A contemporary ninth floor apartment located on vibrant Union Street.

£1,075,000 L/H Two bedrooms

Two bathrooms

One reception

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Contact London Bridge 020 7089 6565

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Westow Street, Crystal Palace SE19 A stylish two double bedroom flat, located in the heart of Crystal Palace.

Guide £400,000 - £425,000 L/H Two bedrooms

One bathroom

One reception

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Contact Crystal Palace 020 8768 0000

Alexandra Road, Sydenham SE26 Unveiled to the SE26 market is this absolutely stunning Victorian house.

OIRO £935,000 F/H Four bedrooms

One bathroom

Three receptions

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Contact Sydenham 020 8776 7070

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Dunstans Road, Dulwich SE22 Victorian conversion, split level flat with roof terrace close to Peckham Rye.

£620,000 S/O F/H Two bedrooms

One bathroom

One reception

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Contact Dulwich 020 8516 3666

Houston Road, Forest Hill SE23 Splendid semi-detached four bedroom Victorian house with off-street parking.

£750,000 F/H Four bedrooms

Two bathrooms

Two receptions

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Contact Forest Hill 020 8333 5080

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SIGNAL TOWNHOUSES A COLLECTION OF 16 THREE BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES IN THE HEART OF P E N I N S U L A W E S T, GREENWICH PRICES FROM £875,000 TO ARRANGE A VIEWING

Email signal.townhouses@cbre.com Call 020 7293 0540 signaltownhouses.com

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DREAM The most luxuriously appointed properties on the market

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his stunning fivebedroom detached contemporary property is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac in the Blackheath conservation area. The accommodation is arranged over four floors with high ceilings, natural stone and wooden floors and has been built to a high specification. It spans over 4,800 sq ft and features an open-plan ground floor, a triple height glass atrium and is flooded with natural light. u

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his stunning two bedroom, bathroom apartment is located on the eighth floor of Greenwich's most desired riverside development.

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n attractive three double bedroom Victorian house is available and offers a glorious reception, with high ceilings and two beautifully restored fireplaces. The kitchen overlooks a private garden, landscaped into a tranquil space for entertaining, complete with masonry barbeque. To the front is a cottage-style garden framed by a picket fence. u

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THE PERFECT BALANCE OF LIGHT, SPACE AND PRACTICAL, YET LUXURIOUS LIVING

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LONDON ROAD, MITCHAM, CR4 Martin & Co Streatham present this stunning two bedroom property in Mitcham to the lettings market. This ground floor flat boasts two double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one which contains En-suite shower) an amazing open plan kitchen/dining living area leading into private garden. Located 0.4 miles away from Mitcham Eastfields station means transport is a stone’s throw away with direct connections to Victoria and London Bridge via Southern Rail in less than 30 minutes and great bus links to match.

Available September. Early viewings recommended. Call today to arrange your viewing. £1,350PCM

COLMER ROAD, STREATHAM, SW16 Martin and Co Streatham are pleased to present this stylish one bedroom apartment in Streatham to the lettings market. The property possesses a stylish finish throughout, equipped with double bedroom, spacious living room, open plan fully fitted kitchen/dining area (comes with washing machine) and modern bathroom boasting shower. Located in a quiet residential neighbourhood close between both Streatham and Norbury Station (10 minute walk) gives you the flexibility in travel options with direct links to Victoria and Clapham Junction less than 20 minutes away, proves to be ideal for professionals commuting into London.

Available: 9th October. Call today to arrange your viewing. £1,100 PCM

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CHRISTIAN FIELDS, STREATHAM, SW16 Martin & Co are proud to present this truly amazing four bedroom detached property in Christian Fields, Norbury. **DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY**. This stunning property hosts a superb front entrance garden leading into the property, upon entering you are greeted by two reception rooms either side separated by the lobby area. Beyond the reception rooms comprise of the Kitchen/Dining area which on looks the spacious rear garden. This is the perfect opportunity for a buyer looking for a family home or a development opportunity. £1,400,000

ABERCAIRN ROAD, STREATHAM, SW16 Martin & Co Streatham are proud to bring this spectacular fully refurbished three bedroom house located in Streatham to the Sales market. A large three bedroom, semi-detached freehold house located within 0.6 miles of Streatham Common station providing you with great transport links via the Southern train service, connecting directly to London Victoria and London Bridge. The property boasts wooden flooring in the living room, spacious dining room, kitchen with doors leading into the private garden. The upstairs of the property contains two king sized bedrooms, a further third bedroom / study and family bathroom. £585,000

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As the Prime Central London market has cooled, many investors are now looking beyond it for better potential returns ondon’s house prices have been softening over the past year. Annual house price rises, which for many years were often in the double figures, are now less than 3%.

But while this may be bad news for property owners, it means the returns on investment for buy-to-let properties in London are increasing as property values stall but rents continue to increase.

So where should investors buy a property in London in order to benefit from the best return on investment ( ROI)?

ROI is the total gross annual rent divided by a property’s purchase price. If a flat’s rent is £15,000 a year and it’s worth £315,000 then the annual ROI would be 4.76%, for example.

We looked at the most popular kind of investment property – apartments – to see what the ROI is for them around London.

The most promising returns are now in what’s called the ‘prime fringes’ of the capital outside the central postcodes but not in the suburbs – somewhere in between, in other words.

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DESIGNED TO BE DIFFERENT CENTRUM COURT: 1, 2 AND 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS NOW AVAILABLE

At the heart of The Village Centre and bordering the stunning Cator Park, Centrum Court offers exciting new choices in contemporary connected living. The buildings enclose a beautifully landscaped podium garden, your private peaceful oasis. At the same time, the amenities of the Village Centre, including the gym, 24 hour concierge, convenient shops and station, are all around you. The Capital is only minutes away with trains to London Bridge in just 16 mins*

Prices from ÂŁ410,000 Contact us to register your interest call 020 3813 5368

Computer generated images and showhome photography are indicative only.

Price and information correct at time of sending to press. *Journey times are approximate only and do not include walking distances. Source: www.tfl.gov.uk

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One The Elephant, St. Gabriel Walk SE1 Spacious three bedroom with spectacular vistas Located on the thirtieth floor, this immaculate three bedroom apartment has fantastic panoramic views of west London, with views as far reaching as the Houses of Parliament, the London Eye and Wembley Stadium.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, 2 balconies, underfloor heating, parking, lift access, concierge.

EPC: B. Approximately 116.69 sq m (1,256 sq ft).

Leasehold: approximately 249 years remaining

Guide price: £1,350,000

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Cubitt House, Southwark SE1 A unique penthouse apartment in a boutique development Set over the fourth and fifth floors, this stunning apartment provides great entertaining space with a modern kitchen, wooden floors, open plan living and double height ceilings. There is also a private decked roof terrace and separate balcony. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, cloakroom, reception room/kitchen, roof terrace and balcony.

EPC: B. Approximately 142.40 sq m (1533 sq ft).

Available furnished.

KnightFrank.co.uk/towerbridge towerbridgelettings@knightfrank.com 020 3328 6549

Guide price: £1,275 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/TBQ217288 All potential tenants should be advised that as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges

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Liverpool is seeing an unparalleled transformation, Nigel Lewis finds out more

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t the time of the global financial crisis in 2008, property investment in the the beautiful but underfunded cities of the north was obsolete. In recent years, London's higher property prices and plateauing rents have persuaded investors to redirect their attention to the north, transforming areas with new-build apartment developments, shopping centres and improved transport infrastructure. Liverpool is the latest to undergo a property renaissance which, at the moment, is focused on its former docks.

Liverpool Waters is a 60-hectare site straddling that will become an impressive business, shopping, leisure and residential district.

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ten years ago, progress has so far concentrated on the Princes Dock neighbourhood, the new home of the Cruise Liner Terminal, with the bulk of effort going on behind the scenes to secure planning permission,” says Lindsey Ashworth of Liverpool Waters.

Rising rents mean gross returns on investment are very appealing compared to other areas of the UK. Figures from Jones Lang LaSalle show prices for apartments in Liverpool are currently £120,000 for a one-bedroom flat and £195,000 for a two-bedroom unit compared to the national average of £202,300. JLL says average rents, on the other hand, are £695 a month for a one-bedroom apartment and £900 for a two-bedroom unit which, if you combine the two, deliver net yields of 6.95% for one-bedders and 5.53% for two-bedroom units, on

average. This year's figures from buy-to-let mortgage broker Private Finance show that Liverpool is the best city in the UK for rental returns. They also say Liverpool’s net rental yield across the city is 8%, well ahead of rivals Nottingham (5.6%), Coventry (5.4%) and Manchester (4.3%).

“Although the past few years have been great for Liverpool’s property market, it’s still a relatively new sector in terms of regional growth,” says investment specialist ExperienceInvest. “Other areas such as Manchester and Leeds have been increasing in value for investors for a number of years as they were flooded with new businesses and rising student numbers. However, it was only the regeneration and redevelopment of Liverpool in the last couple of years that really kickstarted the city.” Because of this, house prices are only just beginning to increase at the same rate as the city’s northern counterparts. According to property data firm Hometrack, house prices are increasing by 3.8% and the local average house price is £118,000. This compares with Manchester where prices are rising by 6.4% and are at £155,700. ExperienceInvest's latest city index reveals that it will be two years before Liverpool house prices achieve their pre-financial crisis levels. But when they do, Liverpool will this time be a place many property investors consider a great place to invest in. u

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A superb collection of just 23 Town and Courtyard Houses, in a great location, together with a new release of 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments.

• A mixture of 4 bedroom Townhouses & 3 bedroom Courtyard Houses • Incredibly high specification as standard • Outdoor space including terraces and either a garden or courtyard • The Village has everything you need – excellent transport links, an Ofsted outstanding school, health centre, shops, leisure facilities and open green spaces – ideal for family life • Less than a mile from the O2 and North Greenwich tube station

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

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he 1924 Paris Olympics saw runners Eric Liddell and Harold Abrahams scoop up gold medals, immortalised in the film Chariots of Fire. Their story inspired Greek musician Vangelis to compose the soundtrack, one of the most recognisable pieces of music in the world.

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Vangelis' former London apartment is up for sale. It has a huge reception room which was the original home’s former ballroom, and currently houses a grand piano.

The Kensington period town house in Queen’s Gate has stacks of architectural features and period details, including Corinthian columns, marble fireplaces and French windows. It is on the market for £4.5m.

More information: harrodsestates.com, 0207 893 8044.

he first wife of poet and playwright TS Eliot refused to accept that their marriage was over, and convinced herself that he’d been kidnapped, her recently published diary reveals.

Vivien Haigh-Wood, who suffered from mental health problems, was devastated when their relationship ended in 1933, and stalked him at work and home.

US-born Thomas Stearns Eliot settled in the UK during 1915 and worked as a teacher before joining the publishers Faber and Faber where he promoted homegrown poets including W.H. Auden, Stephen Spender, and Ted Hughes.

His notoriously unhappy first marriage was said to have inspired The Waste Land, one of the 20th century’s greatest poems.

The couple lived in London’s Crawford Mansions from 1916 to 1918, shortly after he wrote The Love Song of J Alfred Prufrock, the poem that made him famous.

Surrounded by slums, Marylebone wasn’t an attractive postcode during the poet’s residence, it was noisy and in Vivienne’s own words, their home was: “the tiniest place imaginable”.

However, at the time, Crawford Mansions was a newly built, fivestorey residence that boasted “every modern convenience”, including constant hot water, a great luxury.

A two-bedroom apartment in the block is now on the market for £995,000, with family bathroom, reception room and separate kitchen with access to a balcony.

More information: kayandco.com, 0203 930 5272.

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udges ruled former PM Tony Blair would not face prosecution for his role in the 2003 Iraq war during which 179 British soldiers and up to 200,000 civilians died. Sighs of relief were no doubt heard within his home on Connaught Square.

Though he and his wife, barrister Cherie Blair QC own over 30 properties across the UK, the couple reside on the fringes of Mayfair, in a home purchased for £1.2m in 2004.

If you’d like to live across the leafy square in Bayswater, there’s a six-bedroom 3,595 sq ft property at No.6 recently refurbished and on the market for £7.5 million.

Agent Kay & Co says the presence of the Blairs has one advantage – security. The round-the-clock police presence outside their home means a heightened sense of safety.

More information: Kay & Co (020 3642 0245).

"The one-bedroom apartment on the first floor of the property offers amazing views of Paddington's street."

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uthor Michael Bond’s 1950s books about a Peruvian bear who arrives at Paddington Station seeking marmalade sandwiches and somewhere to live, but always getting into trouble, proved a worldwide hit.

First published in 1956, over 20 books were written by Bond, being translated into 30 languages and selling tens of millions of copies.

The famous felt-hat and duffel coat wearing stuffed toy soon became a children’s favourite. The author died in June this year aged 91 just before a second Hollywood film featuring his bear was released.

The bear’s London home in the film is on a pretty street in the capital’s Primrose Hill area called Chalcot Crescent – Windsor Gardens in the films - picked for its brightly-coloured terraced houses.

You can now rent the home used for the film. The one-bedroom apartment on the first floor of the property offers amazing views of Paddington’s street.

More information: Knight Frank (020 3815 3350) for £530 a week.

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Pedder Community Promise This month,Pedder are proud to be sponsoring St Christopher's Hospice and WiNGiT, an open mic performance space

WiNGiT West Norwood’s Got Talent!

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edder are proud sponsors of St Christopher’s Hospice who are doing their annual Moonlight Walk in October 2017 and this time they are heading to Croydon!

St Christopher’s Hospice has been providing end of life care in their local community for 50 years.

In their 50th anniversary year, they have decided to relocate their annual Moonlight Walk to the streets of Croydon to raise funds for their bereavement services. These funds will make a real difference to the children, young people and families they support through their counselling services.

"These funds will make a real difference to the children, young people and families we support through our counselling services."

Help support your local hospice, and walk Croydon at night!

Register at: www.stchristophers.org.uk/ moonlightwalk.

Or for more information email moonlightwalk@stchristophers.org.uk.

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WiNGiT is an open mic performance space for young people that takes place at community market, West Norwood Feast.

You can catch Wingit at each Feast (first Sunday of the month) from 1pm3pm in front of the West Norwood Leisure Centre at Feast’s Family Wellbeing hub.

The mic is open to anyone under 20 who has a talent - whether they can rap or sing, are in a band or play an instrument, if they do magic or stand-up, love ballet or streetdance – whatever the talent, bring it to WiNGiT! If you want to perform, message us on Instagram or Twitter @wingit_feast and or email hello@westnorwoodfeast.com and send us what you’d like us to share.

Or just turn up on the day – first come, first up!

West Norwood Feast is a community market that pops up along the high street in West Norwood, across five hubs, that includes street food, crafts, retro and fresh produce, alongside free entertainment and kids activities.

Run by an army of friendly volunteers, running the first Sunday of every month, Feast is like no other market. Come and experience the best of the community and enjoy a great day out. Feast would like to thank Pedder Estate Agents for their ongoing support.

The Horniman Museum and Gardens is crowdfunding for their new World Gallery, a transformed new gallery space which will feature 3,000 objects. From personalised poems by the Horniman walrus to private tours of the new gallery, a range of crowdfunding benefits are available ahead of the opening. www.horniman.ac.uk/worldgallery.

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South East London’s premier agent

Grazeley Court, Upper Norwood £785,000

Clive Road, Dulwich Village

A high specification 3 bedroom luxury town house available for sale with no ongoing chain. Arranged over three levels and offering flexible living accommodation, this property has been remodelled and upgraded to create a contemporary living space. EPC C

A stunning Victorian house for sale located on this popular residential road in Dulwich. The property has been completely refurbished and remodelled by the current owner creating a magnificent property, which is beautifully presented throughout. EPC E

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 020 8670 7160

Please call our Dulwich Village office: 020 8299 0922

Underhill Road, East Dulwich £1,595,000

Devonshire Road, Forest Hill £550,000

A stunning 4 double bedroom semi-detached home with OSP, sunshine roof terrace and an incredible 90 ft garden. EPC D

A stunning and spacious split-level Victorian maisonette for sale in the heart of Forest Hill on the very popular Devonshire Road with a beautiful 80 ft private garden. EPC E

Please call our East Dulwich office: 020 8299 3721

Please call our Forest Hill office: 020 8314 4070

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Rymer Street, Herne Hill £999,950

Adamsrill Road, Sydenham £845,000

A wonderful 3 bedroom family home for sale in the heart of Herne Hill. The house comprises of a double reception to the front, and a large kitchen with bi-fold doors onto a patio garden at the back.

EPC D

A beautiful house for sale in Sydenham, comprising of 4 bedrooms, ample living space, kitchen and lovely garden that wraps around the house with a patio area. EPC E

Please call our Herne Hill office: 020 7738 5926

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8659 0220

Lamberhurst Road, West Norwood £1,195,000

Melbourne Grove, East Dulwich £1,250,000

An exceptionally large 5 double bedroom Victorian house for sale in West Norwood. This grand, detached property has been completely refurbished though out with well thought out living arrangements. The garden has been landscaped with raised artificial lawn. EPC C.

A 4 double bedroom, end of terrace family home with 2 bathrooms, fantastic eat-in kitchen and a beautiful private rear garden. EPC D

Please call our West Norwood office: 020 8670 9008

Please call our East Dulwich office: 020 8299 3721

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Kilmorie Road, Forest Hill £1,400 Per Calendar Month

Whiteley Road, Upper Norwood £1,900 Per Calendar Month

Hamlet Road, Upper Norwood £1,400 Per Calendar Month

A very well presented 2 double bedroom and Victorian conversion in Forest Hill to rent. EPC C

A large 5 bedroom Victorian house in Upper Norwood to rent. The accommodation is arranged over three floors and boasts period features, high ceilings and a modernised kitchen. EPC D

A recently refreshed and well-presented two bedroom Cottage in Upper Norwood to rent. Finished to a good standard throughout. EPC D

Please call our Forest Hill office: 020 8314 4070

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 020 8670 7160

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 020 8670 7160

Mitchell’s Place, Dulwich Village £3,850 Per Calendar Month

Tredown Road, Sydenham £2,500 Per Calendar Month

Holmdene Avenue, Herne Hill £3,400 Per Calendar Month

Newly refurbished 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, family home with roof terrace in a gated development in the heart of Dulwich Village. EPC D

An exception house to rent in Sydenham, comprising of 4 bedrooms, ample living space and a large garden. EPC D

A 4 double bedroom period property to rent in the North Dulwich Triangle, with a double reception room, a kitchen/dining area and garden. EPC: E

Please call our Dulwich Village office: 020 8299 0922

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8659 0220

Please call our Herne Hill office: 0207 738 5926

Tivoli Road, West Norwood £1,550 Per Calendar Month

Woods Road, Peckham £1,800 Per Calendar Month

Milles Square, Brixton £1,995 Per Calendar Month

A period 2 double bedroom cottage to rent in West Norwood. Immaculately presented this period house offers excellent living arrangements with low maintenance private garden. EPC D.

A modern 834 sq ft, 2 bedroom apartment with private roof terrace in this stunning new development. on Woods Road, Peckham. EPC B

A 2 double bedroom first floor fl at to rent in a private gated development in the heart of Brixton. EPC B

Please call our West Norwood office: 0208 670 9008

Please call our East Dulwich office: 020 8299 3721

Please call our Herne Hill office: 0207 738 5926

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Lawrie Park Crescent, Sydenham Price to be released.

Oakside, Upper Norwood From £615,000

Lawrie Park Place is a gated, boutique development of 27 contemporary four and five bedroom houses close to Crystal Palace Park.

Each family house is generously proportioned and built in a traditional style. Launching Autumn 2017.

Oakside is located between Crystal Palace, Streatham and Norbury in Upper Norwood and offers a collection of seven 3 and 4 bedroom houses with off street parking and private gardens.

The houses offer spacious living areas and separate kitchens.

New Homes Herne Hill: 020 7738 6839

New Homes Herne Hill: 020 7738 6839

Coldharbour Lane, Herne Hill From £375,000

Elm Park Gardens, Brixton From £799,950

Coldharbour Lane is a development of nine 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments located close to Loughborough Junction and Brixton. Each apartment offers large open place kitchen, living rooms with double bedrooms and family bathrooms.

Elm Park Gardens is an exclusive development of just six, 4 bedroom family homes located close to Brixton and Herne Hill. Each house has a large open-plan kitchen, dining, living area with doors opening onto the private garden.

New Homes Herne Hill: 020 7738 6839

New Homes Herne Hill: 020 7738 6839

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Laying down roots for 40 years

With a track record as long as ours, we believe there’s nobody who has more experience in property in SE London. And with our unparalleled presence in the area, we believe we’ve earned the right to call ourselves the local experts.

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