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10 things we’re coveting this month

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FOOD & DRINK 66 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL News from the industry

20 WHAT’S ON

68 RIVER CAFE AT 30

30 A CRAFTY CHRISTMAS

INTERIORS 78 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

Diary dates for November

Festive fun at The Landmark Arts Centre

Recipes from the iconic eatery

News and views

FA S H I O N 40 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL

86 DONNA IDA

44 WRAP IT UP

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H E A LT H & B E AU T Y 56 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

T R AV E L 108 POSTCARD PEFECT

59 WINTER SKIN SOS

PROPERTY 112 PROPERTY NEWS

This month’s hottest trend updates and brands to know

The chic knitwear label the style set love

The month’s best beauty buys

Give your complexion a pick-me-up with these cold weather heroes

Home decorating with the Queen of denim

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Mallorca: the star of the Mediterranean

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THE MOROCCAN MEDINA AT QUEEN OF HOXTON

I love a good theme, so why not heat things up in a giant Moroccan lamp? I'll be enjoying the warmth of Marrakech while overlooking Shoreditch.

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s a long and tumultuous year draws to a close, we’re all in need of a bit of cosy, autumnal fun to brighten up the grey days - and the equally grey headlines.

While the rest of the capital commences festive fun (premature as ever), we’re determined to make the most of all London has to offer during this golden-tinted time of year. Colder days mean social activities move indoors, but luckily there are plenty of cultural happenings to note in your diary. From the silver screen’s latest reimagining of Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express to Rupert Goold’s five star theatre production of Ink at the Duke of York’s Theatre there’ll be plenty to keep you occupied. Staying in is the new going out, after all.

We’re also pretty excited about all the luscious layers that November brings. Nothing says this better than AW17’s heritage trend: a celebration of the textural warmth of traditional fabrics and the high-shine, conker-coloured polish of leather boots. Turn to page 43 for our edit of the best pieces. From fashion to food; on page 68 we’re celebrating 30 years of The River Cafe with owner Ruth Rogers, plus get a sneak preview of three recipes from the new book.

All this, plus the latest news, reviews and inspiration for the new season ahead. Enjoy the issue.

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LODGE ON THE RIVER

I missed the chance to dine in an igloo on Tower Bridge last year, so I'm getting ahead of the crowd and booking one of Jimmy Garcia's snow globes for tipples on the South Bank.

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SOUTHBANK’S NORDIC ROOFTOP SAUNA

I'll be booking a session at the Southbank’s Nordic rooftop sauna. Afterwards I’ll skip to the bar at the Queen Elizabeth roof garden for a glass of mulled wine.

DALLOWAY TERRACE

Dalloway Terrace is the ultimate romantic hideaway.

For November, the space will be transformed into a winter wonderland with lush fur throws and glittering foliage.

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PERGOLA PADDINGTON CENTRAL

Pergola Paddington Central is back and this time as a winter wonderland. It’s my venue of choice for a night of feasting and frivolity.

HELEN BROWN ARTS & CULTURE WRITER

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Wish LIST

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G&Bee

This floral, zesty gin is infused with honey for a luscious sweet fi nish. Each bottle comes with wildflower seeds so you can grow your own bee sanctuary while you sip. £40; fortnumandmason.com

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SCENT SURROUND

Christmas is around the corner so we’re fi lling our homes with festive fragrance.

With notes of cocoa, candyfloss, toffee and cinnamon, Roja Dove's Christmas Treat is true comfort in candle form. £94.95; harrods.com

Fresh Fragrance

The latest scent from Acqua Di Parma radiates a sensual masculinity with crisp and sunny bergamot, combined with delicate petitgrain and juicy orange notes. £91; acquadiparma.com

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Orla Kiely’s AW17 collection combines Upper East Side style with a sprinkle of Parisian chic. It’s brimming with bold browns, pinks, purples and teal, and fi nished in a range of chunky knits, fake furs and velvet. orlkiely.com

TAS SE L TI ME It’s time to jump on the tassel trend and Saint Laurent are leading the way.

The deep turquoise hue of these Loulou earrings will suit all and the back clip means all can wear. £425; farfetch.com

B E LT I T Prada’s Cahier convertible belt bag introduces a vintage vibe to contemporary design in a covetable smooth green fi nish. £1,240; farfetch.com

EDITOR’S PICK

EY E- S PY Charlotte Tilbury has mastered the art of mesmerising eyes with her cleverly colour-coded palettes. We’re obsessing over The Rebel colourway for its bold and beautiful peacock hues. £39; charlottetilbury.com

VELVET CRUSH

Tibi's Harper boots are one of the key accessories you need to update your wardrobe for autumn. Equally as chic with office wear or frayed denim, these will take you from desk to disco. £630; net-a-porter.com

That’s a Wrap

This slinky scarf epitomises the romantic style of Pierpaolo Piccioli’s fi rst collection as Valentino's Creative Director. Ideal for adding touch of luxury to everyday ensembles. £315; selfridges.com

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CULTURE

SURREALITY CHECK SAMMY SLABBINCK

Belgian artist Sammy Slabbinck renders dynamic collage prints from vintage photographs with contemporary compositional styles to play with exaggeration and proportions. Find a selection of his most iconic works in the new coffee table must-have, Surreality Check. lannoo.be, £35.16

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The Agenda LO N D O N ’S H OT T E ST H A P P E N I N G S

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Murder on the Orient Express From 3 November VARIOUS LOCATIONS Agatha Christie’s 1934 detective novel is given a new lease of life with a starry cast that includes Johnny Depp, Penelope Cruz and Judi Dench. Kenneth Branagh both directs and takes the role of redoubtable detective Hercule Poirot, who is tasked with investigating the murder of a passenger aboard a busy, long-distance train.

UK-cinemas; fox.co.uk

F E S T I VA L

THE BIG THRILL WEEKEND ONGOING • BFI

The BFI are embarking on a suspense-filled season that promises to chill the viewer to the bone, with a designated weekend offering the chance to delve deeper into the thriller film genre than ever before. The season’s programme at Southbank is divided into three main sections: Can You Trust Them? Can You Trust Her? and Big Thrill Double Bills, each featuring classic screenings, preview events, a UK-wide re-release of The Silence of the Lambs and more. Belvedere Road, SE1; bfi.org.uk 20

BOOK

Alain Elkann Interviews Master interviewer Alain Elkann has amassed an impressive archive that ranges from celebrated writers and editors, to film stars, directors, designers, politicians and more. His latest book sheds light on the unique style he has applied to an age-old craft and offers a window into the minds of some of the most respected figures of the last 25 years. Alaine Elkann Interviews, £28; assouline.com

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EXHIBITION

NORTH:

Fashioning Identity

From 8 November SOMERSET HOUSE Turn your gaze away from the capital and up to the North which has spawned some truly remarkable photography, fashion and art. All of the above will be on display in Somerset House’s North: Fashioning Identity, in a unique showcase of works from the likes of Alice Hawkins, Raf Simons and Paul Smith.

Strand, WC2R; somersethouse.org.uk

The LOCAL Scene OF KITH AND KIN Until 25 November BUSH THEATRE Daniel and Oliver are about to have their first baby, with best friend Priya acting as surrogate. The nursery is ready and the bottles are sterilised, but when Daniel’s chaotic mother gate-crashes the baby shower with a few home truths, the crack’s begin to show. Are they actually ready for this?

And more importantly, is Priya?

7 Uxbridge Road, W12; bushtheatre.co.uk

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This Month’s Must See

From 6 November BARBICAN CENTRE Be transported to Shakespeare’s Rome in this thrilling London Season from the Royal Shakespeare Company, comprising four of the playwright’s most gripping plays. Throw yourself full-throttle into the sweat of Coriolanus’ battlefield, loose yourself in the love story of Antony and Cleopatra or unpick the epic political tragedy of Julius Caesar; there is something for all.

Silk Street, EC2Y; barbican.org.uk

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enowned for being one of the most influential artists of the nineteenth century, Paul Cézanne’s analytical approach to nature influenced the art of Cubists, Fauvists and successive generations of avantgarde artists. This exhibition brings together over 50 of his portraits in a unique insight into a central aspect of his work, highlighting the thematic characteristics of his portraiture.

St Martin’s Place; WC2H; npg.org.uk

MAGICAL LANTERN FESTIVAL From 24 November CHISWICK HOUSE & GARDENS The Magical Lantern Festival is back and it’s bigger and better than last year.

The stunning grounds of Chiswick House and Gardens again play host to this annual extravaganza with largerthan-life lanterns, fairground rides, Santa’s grotto, entertainment and food.

Chiswick House, Conservatory Yard, W4; magicallantern.uk

LUNA CINEMA 30 October - 1 November HAMPTON COURT PALACE The stunning gardens of Hampton Court Palace will be the setting for a unique cinematic experience this autumn. A giant screen will show Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban on the East Front Lawns, with Henry VIII’s palace providing a truly unforgettable floodlit backdrop.

East Molesey, Surrey, KT8; hrp.org.uk

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PLAY We talk comedy, crime and theatre with Downton Abbey star Catherine Steadman as she prepares for her leading role in Witness for the Prosecution Wo r d s H E L E N B R O W N

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est known for her role as Mabel Fox in Downton Abbey, Catherine Steadman has a career that spans stage and screen. From Mansfield Park to Fresh Meat, The Inbetweeners and Oppenheimer, which earned her an Olivier award nomination, she’s not shy in coming forward to take all manner of roles. Her latest venture sees her step into the shoes of Romaine, the accused’s wife and titular Witness For The Prosecution in Agatha Christie’s iconic courtroom drama. The sitespecific production set in County Hall sees Steadman joined by rising star Jack McMullen from Waterloo Road, The Crown’s David Yelland and Roger Ringrose of Mr Selfridge fame. We caught up with her ahead of the immersive piece to talk all things theatre, crime thrillers and what’s next in the upward trajectory of her career.

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HELEN BROWN: It sounds like it’ll be a fantastic piece of theatre, how are rehearsals going?

CATHERINE STEADMAN: It’s great, we’ve just moved out of our rehearsal rooms and have the luxury of another two weeks rehearsing in the actual venue. Country Hall is not actually a courtroom - it’s more of an assembly room, but it looks exactly like the courtrooms at the old Bailey. The audience is going to be in situ and the drama will unfold around them. Our director, Lucy Bailey wants it to be very immersive, edgeof-the-seat stuff. It’s not going to be a cosy Agatha Christie.

HB: Tell us about your character Romaine.

CS: She’s a fantastic character and has been played on screen by some really brilliant actresses. It’s just after the Second World War and she’s a German woman living in London, married to a British man. The level of xenophobia after the war - especially for

a German woman - was fairly high, so she had a lot going against her. She’s not very sentimental and there’s not much that gets to her. It’s a very interesting character to play.

HB: How familiar were you with the story and of Agatha Christie’s work?

CS: Fairly familiar; I’ve seen lots of TV adaptations and I’m looking forward to seeing the new Kenneth Branagh film. She seems to be having a bit of a resurgence at the moment, which is good. There are actually two versions of Witness for the Prosecution. There’s the short story version written by Agatha Christie, set just after the First World War, with one particular ending.

Then there is the play version which is set after the Second World War with slightly different characters and a different ending.

Now, what we’ll have is an amalgamation of the two, so even if you know one or the other story, you won’t actually know the ending until you get to the end of our production.

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CULTURE • PROFILE HB: The fourth wall between actors and audience is completely broken down in this production, how does it compare to the other bits of theatre you’ve done?

CS: It will be similar to the works of Punchdrunk theatre in that it’ll be very close and exciting. Although, unlike Punchdrunk, ours will have a direct narrative. The audience won’t have to move around, the action will just happen around them. Our sound designer Mike Paul is underlying all sorts of atmospheric noises and the lighting will also add to the experience. I’m telling people, even if you don’t like theatre, go and be transported to this courtroom. It will be an experience.

HB: Do you have a preference between stage and screen?

CS: I like to do a bit of both. The good thing about theatre is that there’s not so much waiting around and you get a longer rehearsal period. With TV, you get in in the morning, you have your hair and makeup done and then you might sit in a trailer in a carpark for a few hours. But when rehearsing for theatre you’re working all day long. And then in theatre it's great working with a live audience, people can’t really make a noise on set when you do something shocking or funny, no one can gasp or laugh. They’ve both got really good points, but at the moment I’m enjoying doing theatre.

HB: Tell us about your path into acting, were you in school plays?

CS: No actually, no school plays - I wasn’t a drama kid at all. It sounds weird but I knew I didn’t want to do musical theatre acting and that was the main focus in my school - Annie Get Your Gun sort of thing. That’s never been my cup of tea, I think I might actually be tone-deaf! I waited to do some more low-key acting and then trained at Oxford School of Drama.

“Even if you don’t like theatre, go and be transported to this courtroom.

It will be an experience” HB: Was it something your parents were supportive of?

CS: Yes I think so; I remember watching a hospital drama and I asked my mum what job the man on the television was doing.

My mum said “Oh he’s an actor,” although I meant within the hospital. She said, “He’s not a real doctor, he could be a policeman one day, or a detective.” I remember thinking what an amazing job. Since then I’ve always wanted to act. My parents have been behind me the whole way, they’ve let me just go for it.

HB: A lot of people know you for your role in Downton Abbey which you joined in series five, was there a sense of trepidation becoming part of such a highly acclaimed show?

CS: Not really, I was excited more than anything. I hadn’t watched much of it before starting so I did a bit of delving into previous series to see what had been said about my character. But I didn’t want to see too much because I wanted it to be quite fresh. As soon as I arrived on set there was such a warm atmosphere, you could tell everyone really enjoyed working there.

HB: Dame Maggie Smith has a reputation for being one of the best actresses in the country; what was she like to work with?

CS: It was absolutely amazing. On my first day we were rehearsing a scene when Maggie turned up on set. She walked straight up to me, shook my hand and said, ‘You must be Catherine, I’m Maggie Smith.”

She broke down that barrier straight away on my first day and it was just really lovely that she’d learnt my name.

HB: What are your Downton highlights?

CS: Because I’d gone in at series five, they

had everything very finely tuned. Everyone had worked out the etiquette of dining and sitting and who could do what and when. So for me it was like slipping into a well-oiled piece of machinery. It was just beautiful every room was stunning and the costume design was out of this world. I got to wear some gorgeous costumes. I had a real Harris tweed three-piece suit made for my horseriding scenes - that was pretty special. I think they just wanted everything to be absolutely perfect.

HB: You’ve had some fantastic roles in comedy too - The Inbetweeners, Fresh Meat - is comedy something you take to quite naturally?

CS: I think comedy is much harder than drama; it’s all about timing and landing things, or giving other people space to land things. The Inbetweeners was very much about giving the boys a stock man to work against, essentially. I really enjoy it, I like to do a mix because doing dramas continually can get a bit tense, especially with the really intense stuff like Ibsen or Chekhov. It’s nice every now and then to do something more light-hearted. I did Trying Again with Chris Addison in the Lake District and it was just a really fun, mistaken identity, farce-y comedy. The perfect light relief after a lot of drama.

HB: You’ve just completed a Philosophy, Politics and Economics degree, tell us about that?

CS: Yes, I’ve been doing it on and off now for five years along side the acting.

It’s something I decided to do because I went straight from A Levels into drama school, which is very much a vocational course. I always felt that I’d missed out education-wise and there was a base level of knowledge that I didn't have. I didn’t know much about the economy or politics so I thought I’d brush up. It’s good to have in my back-up armoury and it’s been fun. I’ve been doing it on sets and in trailers, in different countries all over the world, it keeps me busy when I’m not working. I’ve been toying with the idea of doing an MA in it, but at the moment I’ve got a lot on my plate with Witness so I’m giving the education a little breather for now.

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MUST SEE

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie

By H E L E N B R OW N

DEAR BRUTUS ★★★★★★

From November 29 SOUTHWARK PLAYHOUSE In a remote 1917 English Village there are rumours of an enchanted wood. One of the inhabitants invites eight strangers to stay. What happens there has the power to change their lives. Presented in a sumptuous production for the play’s centenary year, Dear Brutus is J.M Barrie at his most magical.

77-85 Newington Causeway, SE1; southwarkplayhouse.co.uk

NETWORK ★★★★★

From 4 November NATIONAL THEATRE Network depicts a dystopian media landscape where opinion trumps fact.

Hilarious and horrifying by turns, the iconic film won four Academy Awards in 1976. Now, Billy Elliot’s Lee Hall and director Ivo van Hove bring this masterpiece to the stage for the first time, with Bryan Cranston of Breaking Bad fame in the role of Howard Beale.

Upper Ground, SE1; nationaltheatre.org.uk

★★★★★

HAMILTON

ANTONY & CLEOPATRA

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From 6 November • Apollo Theatre Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheffield. Jamie doesn’t quite fit in. Jamie is going to be a sensation. Supported by his brilliant loving mum and surrounded by his friends, Jamie overcomes prejudices, beats bullies and steps out of the darkness. This modern-day fairytale features catchy new songs and fantastic staging. Not to be missed.

Shaftsbury Avenue, W1D; everybodystalkingaboutjamie.co.uk

From November 30 BARBICAN Following Caesar’s assassination, Mark Antony has reached new heights of power. Now he has neglected his empire for a life of decadence with his mistress, Cleopatra. Torn between love and duty, Antony’s passion leads the lovers to a tragic end. One of Shakespeare’s greatest love stories.

Silk Street, EC2Y; barbican.org

HAMILTON ★★★★★

From 21 November VICTORIA PALACE THEATRE Hamilton dominated headlines for its Broadway run and comes across the pond with the promise of a night to remember. Inspired by Ron Chernow's ‘Alexander Hamilton’ and boasting an eclectic score of Hip-Hop, RnB, Rap and Broadway, Hamilton redefines our idea of what musical theatre has the potential to be.

Victoria Street, SW1E; hamiltonthemusical.co.uk ANOTONY AND CLEOPATRA

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An exquisite concert of carols and seasonal classics staged in full 18th Century costume in an evocative candle-lit style setting.

CHRISTMAS WITH

RUSSELL WATSON Start your Christmas celebrations in style as singing sensation Russell Watson performs a magnificent concert of seasonal music and songs.

WHITE CHRISTMAS SILENT NIGHT ADESTE FIDELES O HOLY NIGHT AVE MARIA HARK THE HERALD ANGELS SING

Handel Christmas sequence from Messiah, Let the Bright Seraphim Rutter The Twelve Days of Christmas Gruber Silent Night Corelli Allegro & Pastorale from Christmas Concerto Cullen Joy to the World Mozart Alleluia from Exsultate, jubilate and CAROLS FOR ALL With readings from Dickens and the Scriptures by special guest Bernard Cribbins MOZART FESTIVAL CHORUS MOZART FESTIVAL ORCHESTRA in full period costume Jennifer France soprano Steven Devine conductor

Saturday 16 December 8.00pm, Sunday 17 December 7.30pm Friday 22 December 7.30pm, Saturday 23 December 8.00pm Sunday 24 December 2.30pm & 7.00pm

Laura Wright guest singer Simon Chalk conductor Birmingham Voices choir London Concert Orchestra

Saturday 23 December 7.30pm

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The nation’s favourite ballroom couple return with an exciting new show for 2018!

With dazzling new choreography, sparkling costumes and a sensational show band performing timeless music.

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The giddy romance and gilded ballrooms of old Vienna are brought to life by the music of the King of the Waltz and friends.

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Vienna City of my Dreams Radetsky March Audition Aria from Die Fledermaus Wine, Women and Song The Blue Danube Waltz plus many more.

Anton du Beke & Erin Boag Richard Balcombe conductor Lance Ellington star vocalist

John Rigby conductor Corinne Cowling soprano Nicky Spence tenor

Six world class Ensemble Dancers

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FROM PEN TO PRINT The newspaper drama makes its mark on the West End

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hat makes a good story? This seemingly simple opening line turns out to be the cornerstone of the plot. Ink tells the story of the reinvention of The Sun, courtesy of Rupert Murdoch and Larry Lamb. Lined will tension, moral dilemmas and hilarity, Ink gives an inside look into the drama-filled newspaper business of the 1970s.

This high quality production creates the perfect setting for the retelling of The Sun’s history as a tabloid newspaper. A mountain of desks is constructed to portray depth and

dimension on stage. Stacking them atop each other to create a stair-like structure, it gives the characters the perfect backdrop for the disorder they create on Fleet Street. As Murdoch and Lamb reinvent The Sun, they face pushback from other top publications, but they never cease to create disruption with flashy headlines and obscene stories. Dotted with one liners that had even the actors cracking an uncharacteristic smile, the play does well to combine humour with seriousness. Their rise to power is documented through an intriguing musicality in the storyline.

A parade of colours and characters

“Characters begin questioning the ethics of their work”

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dance about on-stage, showing off various front covers that are the power behind their success. The climax of their fame comes with the decision to publish a nude photo. Not only does this change the way the publication is viewed, but is a lifealtering decision for the model as well as Lamb’s career as Editor. It brings into question the driving force behind such decisions. In the first scene, Lamb explains that in writing a good story you must answer the five w’s: who, what, when, where and why. You can see these five repetitious letters illuminated atop the mountain of desks, emphasising their importance to the storyline. He emphasises that once the ‘why' is answered, the story is no longer of any worth. Once you know why, you no longer need the other four w's. The play delves into the thought process behind choosing what goes into publication.

These big decisions about whether to publish controversial stories or photos is what skyrockets The Sun onto a whole new level - but at a cost.

Characters begin to question the ethics of their work, contemplating why they make decisions and how to live with them. One supporting character recounts how an elder photographer has burns on his hands from the flash powder. He leaves a lingering question: “If every photo you took burned itself into your skin, what would you choose to capture?”

The concept of the 'why' proves to be a strong recurring theme throughout.

Ink not only takes a deeper look into the media, but also allows for self reflection on the decisions we make and how they change the course of our lives forever.

VERDICT A riveting and unmissable account of a pivotal moment in media history.

A must-see for all.

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A Crafty CHRISTMAS It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Sparkle 2017, The Landmark Arts Centre’s Contemporary Craft & Gourmet Food Fair Wo r d s J OY M O N T G O M E R Y

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If you’re a local to south west London then November signals the return of The Landmark Arts Centre’s festive fair: Sparkle 2017. Held every November, this contemporary craft and gourmet food fair sees more than 70 individual designers and artisanal food fanatics flood to Teddington to sell their wares.

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Housed within the Landmark Arts Centre’s stunning Grade II listed interior, this creative event will see a diverse range of beautiful handmade produce and gifts on display. There will be an array of sumptuous textiles, including luxury silks and knitwear, and a selection of glittering gold and silver jewellery. Meanwhile, design-minded individuals will relish the selection of quirky ceramics, handmade glass and exquisite cards. For foodies there will be delicious homemade cakes and artisan chocolate. It will be a truly exceptional shopping experience.

Designer highlights include Jules Hogan, a British handcrafted knitwear designer whose cosy creations cover everything from

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throws and cushions to scarves and jumpers. The perfect gift for sartorially-minded mothers. If ceramics are more your thing then take note of Carol Gilbert who, after a long career in science and industry, began studying ceramics two years ago and now creates colourful and abstract ceramic pieces. Mabel Hasell, meanwhile, will delight those with a magpie sensibility with her eclectic collection of rings, bracelets, necklaces and earrings encrusted with precious gemstones and raw crystals. We love her textured rings, which will offer a minimalist finish when stacked, or for a simple centrepiece, you can’t go wrong with Hasell’s orb necklaces. If that’s not enough, there’ll also be a café which will remain open all day, selling a wide range of fresh sandwiches, salads, homemade cakes and much more.

Whether you go to get ahead with Christmas shopping or simply to treat yourself and soak up the festive cheer, The Landmark Arts Centre’s Contemporary Craft & Gourmet Food Fair is the ultimate day out for all the family. Bring on the mulled wine.

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is an arts charity and a creative resource in southwest London. The programme of events and activities has something for everyone with lots of opportunities to look, listen and participate in a diverse mix of music, song, comedy, visual art, children’s theatre, literature and dance.

This all takes place in the magnificent 19th century Grade II listed building, a former church, which we preserve for the benefit of the whole community.

S PA R K L E CONTEMPORARY CRAFT & GOURMET FOOD FAIR Friday 17 • Sunday 19 November 2017 Fri: 6–8.30pm • Sat & Sun: 10am–5pm £4 • £3 concessions LAC members & U18s free

LANDMARK ARTS CENTRE Ferry Road, Teddington, TW11 9NN; 020 8977 7558. For more information visit landmarkartscentre.org

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he Poppy Factory in Richmond works all year round to produce millions of poppies and over 100,000 wreaths for The Royal British Legion’s poppy appeal in November - something they have been doing since 1922. The factory was founded

by Major George Howson MC after The First World War to provide employment to disabled veterans.

Howson was an innovator and an engineer and created ergonomic tools that helped his disabled workforce thrive. Over 40 disabled men were employed within the first four months and numbers

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quickly grew. By 1925, the factory had moved to its current location in Richmond and by 1935, the factory was employing over 350 disabled veterans, some of whom made specially created wreaths for the Royal Family. Every year The Poppy Factory organises the Field of Remembrance at Westminster Abbey where Remembrance crosses are planted in memory of fallen comrades and loved ones.

Today, The Poppy Factory is the country’s leading employment charity for veterans with health conditions or impairments. The factory still employs some 30 veterans and dependents with disabilities but the service has expanded to support veterans into

“The charity wants to transform the way employers think about disability”

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To find out more about The Poppy Factory and to give support go to poppyfactory.org

employment across England and Wales. In 2010, the charity started a community-based service to support disabled veterans who are struggling to either find a job or who are in a job that makes their health worse. It is estimated there are at least 17,500 veterans who need the charity’s help.

Deirdre Mills, the Chief Executive of The Poppy Factory said: “We are proud to be at the heart of remembrance every November.

Every single wreath you see across the country is handmade in our factory. Over the decades, we have seen first-hand how challenging it can be for disabled veterans to find meaningful work and I am delighted that we have been able to expand our service beyond the factory to help many more.”

The Poppy Factory has so far provided bespoke opportunities and ongoing employment support for over 800 disabled veterans across the country, helping to restore their financial independence through sustainable and rewarding work.

The charity wants to transform the way employers think about disability in the workplace and has developed resources and guidance to help businesses better understand how Service skills can be applied to civilian roles and what steps can be taken to help employees with disabilities.

Complex health issues developed during or after Service can make it incredibly tough for veterans to find and sustain civilian work. The Poppy Factory believes that sustainable and rewarding employment can give disabled veterans their independence back.

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Pop for Pan Pan Books celebrates 70 years of paperback publishing with a range of bold graphic covers

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very graphic collection of covers has launched to celebrate 70 years of Pan Books and the eye-catching display is instantly identifiable in bookshop windows all over London.

The first Pan paperback titles were published in 1947, starting with Ten Stories by Rudyard Kipling (fittingly now the first of the 20 Classic Pan titles published to celebrate the Pan 70th Anniversary).

Pan Books was conceived in 1944

by Alan Bott, who also owned the Book Society. As well as being a decorated WWI hero, journalist and author, he is widely recognised as one of the commercial geniuses of the book trade. Pan later became jointly and equally owned by Collins, Heinemann, Hodder & Stoughton (briefly) and Macmillan and was to be the first serious challenger to Penguin, which had been founded nine years earlier, for the massmarket paperback audience. In sharp contrast to the Penguin covers, featuring the classic colour bands, Pan’s illustrative covers were

“Pan’s illustrative covers were unashamedly commercial”

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unashamedly commercial as was their list. Due to post-War paper shortages, Pan initially printed books in France and they were shipped from Paris over the Channel and up the Thames to Kingston.

The 1950s and 60s saw surging sales of popular authors in Pan paperback, including Leslie Charteris, John le Carre, Colin Dexter, Georgette Heyer, Ian Fleming, Dick Francis, Peter O’Donnell, Alan Sillitoe, Neville Shute, and Leslie Thomas. The 1970s brought James Herriot, Arthur Hailey, Jack Higgins, George Macdonald Fraser, Tom Sharpe and Wilbur Smith. In the 1980s Douglas Adams, Jackie Collins and Shirley Conran were among the authors who joined the Pan list then, in the 1990s, Ken Follett, Carl Hiaasen and Elizabeth Jane Howard up to the present list of bestselling fiction and non-fiction writers. In 1990 Pan merged with the Trade division of Macmillan to become Pan Macmillan.

To mark the 70th anniversary, 20 classic Pan titles have been reissued in homage to golden age of paperback publishing and with new eye-popping and witty cover designs in brilliant technicolour.

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“Treat your nearest and dearest to a Yuletide kneesup they’ll actually enjoy” Turkey schmurky. Can’t stand the sight of yet another over-cooked, tasteless traditional Christmas dinner? They’ve got your back.

This year sees the return of their legendary Christmas dinner burger and it’s better than ever – a turkey, chestnut and cranberry patty beneath a generous mouth-watering layer of duck fat roasted potato salad, topped with a sausage and apricot stuffing fritter. If a burger isn’t on your Christmas list, then tuck into the herb baked fillet of salmon or the five bean & sweet potato pot pie.

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What better way to work off your Christmas feast than by hitting the retro bowling lanes? Step into the golden age of America and challenge your friends or colleagues to a festive game of bowling, All Star Lanes style.

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PINK PERFECTION HUSH Forget any cute connotations because pink is this season’s colour du jour.

Hush have delivered the perfect pink knit to brighten up your workwear.

Simply pair with tailored trousers, killer heels and hoop earrings for polished perfection; £69. hush-uk.com

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Supermodel shoes, a new brand of blazer and this season’s ‘it’ party dress GABRIELA HEARST

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Claremont Reversible Trench Coat, £2,695; matchesfashion.com

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Check Lined Trench, £89; warehouse.co.uk

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Twill Trench Coat, £225; arket.com

She's reigned over the runway for three decades, working with the industry’s biggest talents, and now she is turning her hand to shoe design. Claudia Schiffer for Aquazzura is an eight-piece collection inspired by moments in the model's life. Highlights include the Le Marais boots - perfect with this season’s ankle-grazing hemlines. aquazzura.com

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ON OUR WISHLIST

BRAND PROFILE

PRINTS CHARMING

Blazé Milano

RIXO LONDON

You’ll probably recognise Rixo London from the social pages of glossy magazines. It's this year’s party dress du jour.

Driven by a love for all things vintage, the brand’s signature dresses combine bold prints with quirky details, such as mandarin collars and neat neck ties; £265. rixo.co.uk

The Italian brand kicking traditional tailoring into 2017

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Loved by Miroslava Duma and Leandra Medine, The Volon is the bag brand with roots in interior design. This fringed cross-body bag is all kinds of fun with its maximalist colour palette and look-at-me tassels. An easy way to brighten up a chunky knit; £1,128. farfetch.com

Comfy yet cool, the jumpsuit is one of the wardrobe’s hardest working pieces. As the temperature drops, a white polo neck will instantly elevate M.i.h Jeans' denim iteration.

Warmth and style needn’t be mutually exclusive after all; £300. matchesfashion.com

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Bruta knows how to do shirts. Founded in 2015 by Arthur Yates, the brand is part of the new guard of designers dedicating their labels to a single item of clothing. The AW17 collection pays homage to England’s rich history, with boxy shirts decorated with embroidered motifs - everything from flying ducks and goldfinches to creeping florals and (our personal favourite) King Henry VIII and his wives; £150.

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Blazé Milano is the specialist blazer brand created by former ELLE Italia editors, Delfina Pinardi, Corrada Rodriguez D’Acri and Sole Torlonia. The name is, fittingly, a play on the word blasé, referring to the notion of being nonchalant or indifferent. How very ‘fashion’.

WHAT? The trio have taken the blazer’s timeless silhouette and reworked it into a plethora of contemporary styles. The tightly edited collection focuses on four cuts: a double and singlebreasted blazer, a safari-inspired colonial style and a smoking jacket, all rendered in lustworthy fabrics - from decadent jacquard and rich velvet to soft silk and classic wool.

WHERE? It’s not the flashiest of brands, but look closely and you’ll spot Blazé Milano’s understated beauty scattered across the streets of fashion week. The rusty hue of the Jealousy Brandy velvet blazer is an easy way to inject retro appeal into your winter jacket game. The High Kingdom’s Prince of Wales check, meanwhile, is a key look for AW17 and will look just as cool paired with highwaisted jeans as it will with a girly midi skirt.

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STELLA MCCARTNEY Checked Wool Trench Coat, £1,795; ssense.com

ALEXANDER WANG Oversized Houndstooth WoolBlend Blazer, £940; net-a-porter.com

SEE BY CHLOÉ Ruffle-Trimmed Poplin Shirt, £195; net-a-porter.com

TABITHA SIMMONS Sophie Knee-High Leather Boots, £745; matchesfashion.com

BURBERRY Fair Isle Cashmere and Wool-Blend Vest, £695; net-a-porter.com

PRINGLE OF SCOTLAND STELLA MCCARTNEY Falabella Round-Frame Acetate Glasses, £215; matchesfashion.com

Woolcheck Trousers, £450; pringleofscotland. com

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ENGLISH HERITAGE Plaid prints and polished leather make up AW17’s traditional trend

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B y J OY M O N T G O M E R Y DUBARRY Boylan Polo Neck Sweater, £79; dubarryboots.com

CHURCH’S GUCCI Nymphaea Bamboo Mini Leather Tote, £1,350; gucci.com

Stella Polished Fume Boots, £445; church-footwear.com

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WRAPPED UP IN STYLE

Madeleine Thompson’s distinctive knitwear designs have garnered critical acclaim within London’s style set. We met the brand’s founder to discuss inspiration, London life and the universal appeal of a good jumper Wo r d s J OY M O N T G O M E R Y JOY MONTGOMERY: How did Madeleine Thompson come into being?

MADELEINE THOMPSON: It started when I realised that knitwear was either very good quality but quite ‘mumsie’ or a good cut but terrible yarn. There didn’t seem to be any middle ground. I feel very strongly that my jumpers should provide amazing quality alongside great directional shapes something which is still quite rare.

JM: Who is the Madeleine Thompson

woman?

MT: I think she’s all of us. I think she’s anyone who wants to look good while still feeling comfortable. My designs are your friend - who doesn’t want that? The Madeleine Thompson woman is stylish but doesn’t try too hard.

JM: Where do you draw your inspiration from and what inspired your AW17 collection?

MT: I have to say, this collection is inspired by many different things.

Everything from retro après skiwear and surf style to boarders from the ’70s. It's an eclectic mix.

JM: Why do you think the luxury loungewear market has grown in recent years?

MT: I think there are a few reasons: firstly, there are just some amazing pieces out there now. Loungewear in its latest reincarnation is comfortable, well cut and chic. I also think our lives have changed and the way people work and live mean it’s appropriate to wear loungewear in our day-to-day lives.

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JM: What’s your favourite piece from the new collection?

MT: Definitely the rainbow tracksuit. It’s awesome - if I do say so myself.

JM: What is your career highlight?

MT: Getting stocked in Net-a-Porter was

such an honour and a watershed moment for the brand.

JM: Who would you love to see wearing your designs?

MT: It would have to be Gwyneth Paltrow or Lorde.

JM: What’s your favourite thing about working as a designer in London?

MT: London is the most fantastic city. We’ve got it all - old and new, conservative and innovative. I am constantly inspired just walking down the street.

JM: Where’s your favourite place to eat, drink and shop in London? Any hidden gems?

MT: I’ve recently discovered Cafe Murano.

I had the best pasta I’ve ever had in my life there. Delicious.

JM: Where do you hope to see the brand in five years?

MT: I would love the brand to grow organically and with purpose. I like that we are an authentic label and I hope to continue in this vein.

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“Loungewear in its latest incarnation is comfortable, well cut and chic” A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Circular Pendant Earrings, £12.99; shop.mango.com

Stone 1 Leather, Gold-Tone and Resin Necklace, £145; net-a-porter.com

Gold-Plated, Enamel and Resin Earrings, £170; net-a-porter

ELLERY

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Gold W Resin Tortoise Combo Hush Hoop, £360; lyst.co.uk

Tabitha Flat Bead Necklace, £75; houseoffraser.com

WHISTLES

DINOSAUR DESIGNS

ASOS

Circle Resin Earring, £35; whistles.com

Mineral Drop Gold-Filled Resin Earrings, £185; net-a-porter.com

Half Hoop Resin Earrings, £6; asos.com

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Parisian picks, winter hair saviours and this season's coolest makeup collaboration

By J OY M O N TG O M E RY

Strike a Pose ELEMENTS: THE ART OF

M A K E U P BY YA S M I N H E I N Z

Yasmin Heinz is one of the world’s most in demand makeup artists whose impressive portfolio includes high profile celebrities, fashion brands and glossy magazines. Hand-picked from the archive, ’Elements’ is a sumptuous compilation of Heinz’ most striking work. The ultimate fusion of fashion, beauty and photography.

ELEMENTS: The Art of Makeup by Yasmin Heinz, published by Prestel, £45; amazon.co.uk AUSSIE

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Intensely Nourishing Hair Oil, £54; cultbeauty.com

4 OF THE BEST CONDITIONING HAIR TREATMENTS MOROCCANOIL Hair Treatment, £32.85; feelunique.com

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BEAUTY • NOTES

HIGH OCTANE

SALON REVIEW

HIT REFRESH

NARS X

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Christopher Kane is one of London’s best-loved fashion talents and this season he has announced a second show-stopping makeup collaboration with beauty brand NARS. With just the right amount of shimmer and pearlescent shine, the twopiece collection includes an iridescent lipstick and prismatic eyeshadow palette. The answer to your Christmas party makeup woes; £34.

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estled within a parade of elegant shops on Grove Park Road, the Jo Blu Salon offers you the chance to escape reality.

West London’s favourite boutique salon perfectly combines comfort and class, allowing you to receive high-end treatments in a home-away-from-home.

The team of stylists and beauty therapists all abide by the salon’s ethos and provide a welcoming atmosphere - an experience highly sought after by their celebrity clientele. Having tended the tresses of Suki Waterhouse, Jo Kent, the owner of the Jo Blu Salon, is a well-respected colour genius in the industry.

ESTÉE LAUDER

Je Ne Sais Quoi & OT H E R STO R I E S

Adding to their Paris Atelier beauty series, & Other Stories' latest makeup release looks to the understated charm and classicism of French beauty. Created with active natural ingredients, the range delivers premium formulas in stylish packaging. Our top pick? The brooding berry-hued ‘Raisin Égal’ lipstick; £17.

From Estée Lauder's F cult night serum comes Advanced Night Repair Eye Concentrate. The light yet nourishing formula is packed full of skinloving ingredients and is applied using a soothing massaging applicator; £49.

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OVERNIGHT SUCCESS S U N DAY R I L E Y Loved by beauty bloggers and celebrities alike, Sunday Riley’s Luna Sleeping Night Oil is the blue-hued overnight treatment that tackles everything from fine lines to sun damage.

Enriched with cold-pressed avocado, chia and grape seed oil, the retinol and blue tansy-rich formula works to calm signs of oxidative stress and neutralise free radicals. Think of it as rehab for your skin; £85.

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The Jo Blu team not only offer a range of hair, body and face treatments but work tirelessly to ensure that the nail and make-up counter is poised to complete your look.

Whether it’s time for a well-earned pamper or simply want to indulge in 90 minutes of pure Zen, Jo Blu’s Swedish massage will, without a doubt, eliminate every stress and strain. The deep-cleansing facial is also ideal for keeping your skin hydrated, leaving you with a healthy glow and a clear complexion. The specialised hair treatment and blow dry, meanwhile, is handled with flair and will leave your hair smelling, looking and feeling incredible for days.

The salon’s accumulation of prestigious awards simply highlights the team’s artistic individuality and expertise, proving just how highly regarded the salon is within the industry.

JO BLU SALON 11 Grove Park Rd, Chiswick, W4 3RS joblusalon.co.uk

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ABSOLUTELY • PROMOTION

‘I WILL NEVER BUY SHOES ANYWHERE ELSE AGAIN’ Recruitment manager Andrea Mahn had so much foot pain she could barely walk.

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As her job involves a lot of standing and walking, life was becoming unbearable. She was also unable to partake in her favourite hobby, running.

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Foot Solutions provided Andrea with custom shoe inserts and a special device to help stretch her feet at night. “The device gave me immediate relief from the pain, allowing me to sleep better and when the inserts were fitted in my shoes they made a huge difference. I had faced the prospect of never being able to wear high heels – but I can now wear them for up to 14 hours if necessary.

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BEAUTY • PRODUCTS AESOP

SIMPLE Water Boost Hydrating Booster, £6.99; superdrug.com

Elemental Facial Barrier Cream, £39; cultbeauty.com

ISABEL MARANT AW17

NUXE Crème Fraîche® de Beauté Mask, £19; uk.nuxe.com

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream Ultra-Rich, £82; elemis.com

SARAH CHAPMAN Intense Hydrating Booster, £58; sarahchapman.com

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WINTER SKIN SOS Give your complexion a pick-me-up with these cold weather heroes

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Dr. Guy Meadows is a sleep specialist and Co-Founder of The Sleep School.

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nown as the ‘first night effect’, recent research has shown us that the brain goes into so-called ‘surveillance mode’ when we sleep somewhere new, with some parts sleeping and others remaining alert and on the lookout for danger. Taking a few personal items with you when you are away from home, such as bedside photos or a book, can help to reduce the surveillance mode and actually help us to sleep better.

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hese are three easy-tofollow guidelines to create the perfect haven for good quality sleep:

SILENT. Our brains never stop listening, even during sleep, so using a pair of ear plugs can ensure that any unwanted noises won’t disturb your slumber.

DARK. Making your room as dark as possible by drawing the curtains or using an eye mask informs your internal body clock that it’s time for sleep, releasing the sleepy hormone melatonin.

COOL. Setting your room temperature to a cool 16 - 17C will encourage the 1C drop in core body temperature that we need to help us fall asleep.

“When your mind wanders off onto thoughts, let them go by returning to your breath”

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hecking work emails or catching up on the news before bed may seem like a good use of time, but it could be disturbing your sleep.

Clinical research shows that using stimulating ‘blue light’ emitting devices, like smart-phones or tablets, even up to two hours before our usual bedtime, keeps our brains stimulated which delays sleep onset and reduces sleep quality. While most of us are unlikely to switch off two hours before bed, installing a blue-light filter on your device or creating a habit of switching off devices at least 40 minutes before bed can help.

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oing to bed with a busy mind can make it harder to fall off to sleep, increase night time waking and leave you feeling unrefreshed the next day. Calm your mind by choosing to gently focus your attention onto your breath for a few minutes at a time. When your mind wanders off onto thoughts, let them go by returning to your breath. Scientific research suggests that, if practiced regularly, mindfulness can promote structural changes in the modern rational part of your brain, leading to deeper and more refreshing sleep, which is essential if you’re a frequent traveller.

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apping is an effective natural performance enhancer, proven to help boost energy levels, memory processing and even creative problem-solving. Taking a regular nap for no more than 20 minutes - ideally between midday and 3pm - while travelling can be a helpful way of staying sharp and overcoming fatigue. Avoid napping any more than 20 minutes as you’ll run the risk of you slipping into deeper sleep and causing you to wake up feeling groggy. Napping later than 3pm will weaken your night-time sleep drive.

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PERFUME

THE DUTCH HAVE A WORD FOR IT Wrap up and indulge in the cosy appeal of ‘Hygge’ fragrances W o r d s M I C H A E L D O N O VA N

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ow that we are all familiar with the Dane’s definition of happiness, ‘Hygge’, I would like to introduce you to my favourite Dutch word, ‘Gezellig’. This translates roughly as ‘cosy’ but it is so much more - it is the feeling of indulgence and contentment.

There is a lot to be said for cosy fragrances and November is the best to time to get acquainted!

The perfect ‘Gezellig’ fragrance is ‘Amsterdam’, a new scent from Gallivant that celebrates the city’s ingredients for good living: flowers on the window sill, great cake and beautifully made wooden furniture. A genre-defying floral, spicy, woody, ambery fragrance, the conceptual imagining of a black tulip. A spicy aromatic head of elemi, schinus molle co2 extract, Szechuan pepper and saffron. The floral heart contains tulip and rose and a base of cedarwood, musks, sandalwood and amber. ‘Bowmakers’ by D.S & Durga is one of my favourite fragrances the scent of the violin-maker’s workshop. Resin and wood-shavings, varnish and mahogany; it is rich, warm and sumptuous.

A spicy journey to the east, ‘Tan d’Epices’ by Andree Putman is a rich, boozy concoction that ignites the senses. Rich tones of barky cinnamon, mouthwatering gingerbread and smoky, ethereal incense pulse and warm in golden wavelengths, balanced with sweet, hazy heliotrope and light, sharp cedarwood. ‘No. 001 Amber' by Laboratory Perfumes celebrates the peculiarly British anomaly of Amber - a stroll along the East Anglia coastline, where washed

“Snuggle up in a mohair throw and indulge in a ‘Gezellig’ fragrance”

EDITOR’S PICK

up amber can still be seen. Fresh green notes of the diverse grasses carried by the breeze across the windswept plains of the Fens, add energy and vitality to this dynamic fragrance. Amber has a confused natural history in Britain. In France the distinction is clear; Ambre Gris is the solid waxy substance expelled by the sperm whale whilst Ambre Jaune is the fossilised pine resin used in jewellery and embellishment. As both were washed up on the shores of eastern England the two became muddled.This is a wonderfully longlasting scent that uses the former to great effect at the base and manages to be both powerful and demure at the same time. Warming and intense, ‘La Riserva’ is a perfume of great character, in-keeping with Lorenzo Dante Ferro’s commitment to excellence. A fruity and light opening is lent a hint of intrigue with addition of herbal rosemary. As it moves into the heart, La Riserva takes on a delicate spicy character with the addition of black pepper and luxurious saffron. A selection of exquisite Oriental balsams gives a deeply resinous character to the fragrance, before a milky base of sandalwood, vanilla and tonka bean is leant a darker undertone.

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SOUTH AMERICAN FEAST ANDINA

Chef and restaurateur Martin Morales has spent years exploring Peru and in his new book you’ll find everything from light, raw dishes to hearty stews and soups. Quadrille, £27

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GRAPE news

Wine recommendations for the month

TASTING NOTES

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

By HANNAH HOPKINS

By BERRY BROS. & RUDD

2016 Vendimia, Palacios Remondo, Rioja £13.50 A wonderful example of youthful Rioja.

This wine is fresh and fruity, with flavours of red berry fruit and ripe damson. Soft and creamy in texture, with a touch of spice, it pairs really well with dishes including duck or lamb, grills, stews or casseroles.

2016 Mullineux, Kloof Street, Chenin Blanc, South Africa £15.25 Mullineux’s Kloof Street range is all about freshness, balance and great drinkability. This wine is pale straw in colour, with a nose of sun ripened pears. The palate has a vibrant acidity balanced by a soft, round texture.

2016 Etna Bianco, Graci, Passopisciaro, Sicilia £20.75 A blend of 65 percent Carricante and 35 percent Catarratto, this is Graci's entry-level white.

It has perfumed aromas of white peach, grapefruit and a hint of mandarin on the nose. The palate is energetic yet poised, with lively acidity.

BERRY BROS. & RUDD 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.

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With a brand new look and a delicious new menu, The Victoria is winning over hearts and stomachs. Inside you'll find a classic pub bar, an airy conservatory dining room and seven hotel rooms. The updated food and drink menu celebrates modern British cookery, with a smattering of European and Asian inspirations.

10 West Temple Sheen, SW14 victoriasheen.co.uk

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FROM HEALTHY TO BOTTOMLESS The best new London brunches

DUCK & WAFFLE LOCAL The fast and casual sister restaurant to Duck & Waffle has launched their first ever brunch menu under the direction of Dan Doherty. Try duck and waffle, colombian eggs and shakshuka, as well as new dishes like the breakfast duck burger.

52 Haymarket, SW1Y duckandwafflelocal.com

BOTTOMS UP HEAVENSAKE

Pour a glass of the world’s first Franco-Japanese sake. HeavenSake is a unique blend made in collaboration with sake brewery Uraksumi. The scent, a hit of apple blossoms and citrus, and the flavours of white guava and honeysuckle unite beautifully to overcome your senses. rixo.co.uk

CLASSIC BRITISH FOOD T H E D OV E

This Hammersmith public house is rich in British history, welcoming many impressive figures through their doors.

Come for the character and stay for the incredible array of delicious dishes. Boasting a spectacular outdoor seating area and classic British cocktails, The Dove offers stunning views across the River Thames.

19 Upper Mall, W6 dovehammersmith.co.uk

BELLANGER BLOODY MARY SUNDAY BRUNCH Bellanger will be kicking off the first Sunday of every month with a brand new Bloody Mary Sunday Brunch.

Customers will be able to choose from four Grey Goose cocktails from the Bloody Mary bar, before giving their drink a fun DIY twist by creatively infusing fresh flavours into the brunch-favourite tipple.

9 Islington Green, N1 bellanger.co.uk

ORÉE BOULANGERIE

HOT OFF THE GRILL C L AY TO N H OT E L

Stuck for where to go to dinner? At Clayton Hotel's Grill Restaurant British produce is combined with skillful cooking to create spectacular dishes. Seasonal produce is the key to their flavoursome dishes, which include steak pie, salmon fillet and sticky toffee pudding.

626 Chiswick High Road, W4 claytonhotelchiswick.com

Get a taste of rural France in the capital, as Orée arrives in High Street Kensington. With a mix of hearty and healthier options, this boulangerie is also the place to go if you’re looking for artisanal French fare with a taste created specially for London foodies.

275-277 Fulham Road, SW10 oree.co.uk

QUAGLINO’S Q BRUNCH Quaglino’s have a new Q Brunch menu on Saturdays, which is perfect for whiling away autumn weekends.

The updated offering includes a selection of new delicious brunch dishes and live music, with a roaming band performing a medley of funk, soul and disco hits.

16 Bury Street, SW1Y quaglinos-restaurant.co.uk

DELIGHTFUL BITES EALING ARTISAN

Joining forces to bring a brand new market to the capital, W5 Food Market and Crafted w5 present Ealing Artisan. Based in Dickens Yard, enjoy a mix of craft and food stalls celebrating the talent of West London.

Dickens Yard, W5 eat-me-drink-me.co.uk

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Ruth Rogers remembers the early days – and Absolutely tries three recipes from the new book

n March of 1987 Rose Gray and I met for a coffee.

I wanted to tell her about a space that had come up in Thames Wharf where Richard Rogers and Partners had just bought a group of warehouses to convert into offices for their architectural practice.

We met on the Kings Road at Drummonds, which today is McDonalds – so you could say that The River Cafe was actually conceived in a McDonalds. After the coffee, we went to look at the space available.

There were three floor-to-ceiling windows facing south over the Thames and room enough for nine tables. There was a communal garden in the middle. We imagined a vegetable and herb garden. We fell in love with the place, in love with the idea. And so it began.

Rose, Richard and I became partners. Richard did the drawings, the lights came from the Reject Shop, chairs from Habitat and second-hand ovens from a yard in Coventry.

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with wire, designed our logo. My brother Michael had our menus printed onto baseball caps and tshirts, which he sent us from LA. We called it the River Cafe. The imaginary garden became real and we planted wild rocket, the seeds from a holiday in Tuscany. Our children worked with us – Rose’s and mine. Bo was three.

If restrictions can drive creativity then we definitely had ours. The Hammersmith planners allowed us to be open only at lunchtime and only available to the architects, designers, model makers and framers who worked in the warehouses – people who usually had nothing but a sandwich for their lunch. We made hamburgers, but with mayonnaise using extra virgin olive oil and sandwiches with taleggio and rocket.

We also made Papa Pomodoro, which no one ate. As one customer said, ‘I’m not paying £3.50 for some stale bread and tomatoes.’ We grilled squid and put it with rocket and fresh red chilli. It has been on the menu ever since. We found a recipe for cake and called it Chocolate Nemesis.

The only thing we didn’t make was money. With every sandwich and leftover soup our overdraft increased. The worst day was when a girl came on her bicycle selling sandwiches to all the offices for 25 pence cheaper than ours. We told her she was trespassing and asked her to leave.

Actually, we were also treated as trespassers. A petition was sent to the council, signed by 100 people, complaining.

‘The River Cafe and its clientele are seriously diminishing the tone of the area.’ Fortunately, we also had our fans.

Fay Maschler wrote a review saying, ‘I am going to tell you about a restaurant run by two women with no professional experience, miles from anywhere, that you are not allowed to go to.’

Word spread. We stopped the sandwiches. We were allowed to open to the public. A year later, to open at night until eleven. Finally, we became a restaurant.

“If restrictions can drive creativity then we definitely had ours.”

FOOD & DRINK • RECIPES

METHOD

Ricotta al Forno U N S A LT E D B U T T E R A N D G R AT E D PA R M E S A N FOR THE DISH

INGREDIENTS 2 handfuls of fresh basil leaves a handful of fresh mint leaves a handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 500g bufala ricotta 120ml double cream 2 eggs 150g Parmesan, freshly grated 12 black olives, stoned and chopped sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Using a little butter and some grated Parmesan, coat the bottom and sides of a 30cm springform tin. Shake out any excess cheese.

Put the herbs into the bowl of a food processor and put half of the ricotta and cream on the top. Blend until bright green. Add the remainder of the ricotta and cream and turn on the machine again. While blending, add the eggs one by one. Season with salt and pepper.

Finally, fold in the Parmesan.

Spoon the mixture into the tin and spread the olives over the top. Bake for 20 minutes. The torte should rise and have a brown crust but still be soft in the centre. Serve after 5 minutes.

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FOOD & DRINK • RECIPES

Crab and raw artichoke salad INGREDIENTS 2 medium Violetta artichokes with their stalks juice of 1 lemon 200g white crabmeat 2 teaspoons brown crabmeat 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus extra to drizzle

METHOD To prepare each artichoke, first cut off some of the stalk, leaving about 5cm attached. Cut or break off the tough outer leaves, starting at the base, until you are left with the pale inner part. Then peel the stalk with

a potato peeler, leaving only the pale tender centre. Trim the pointed top of the artichoke straight across, which will reveal the choke. Remove the choke with a teaspoon. Slice the artichoke vertically as thinly as possible. As each artichoke is prepared, drop it into a bowl of cold water with half of the lemon juice.

Combine the white and brown crabmeat with the parsley, remaining lemon juice and the extra virgin olive oil. Season with sea salt and black pepper. Drain the artichokes and stir lightly through the crab to combine.

Season again and finish with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

BRANZINO AT SALESEA BASS BAKED IN SALT INGREDIENTS 1 × 1.8kg sea bass, cleaned and gilled but not scaled 1 lemon, sliced a small handful of dried fennel stalks 3.6kg coarse sea salt

METHOD E X T R AC T TA K E N F R O M

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by Ruth Rogers, Rose Gray, Sian Wyn Owen and Joseph Trivelli; published by Ebury Press, £28

Preheat the oven to 200°C. Put the lemon and dried fennel stalks inside the cavity of the fish.

Place the salt in a large bowl and add 250ml water. Cover the bottom of the baking dish with half the salt and lay the fish on top. Cover the fish completely with the remaining salt.

Bake the fish in the preheated oven.

After 20 minutes, insert a skewer into the fish. If the tip of the skewer feels very hot when pulled out, the fish is ready.

Crack open the salt crust and remove the hard pieces, ensuring that no salt remains on the flesh of the fish. Carefully lift the fish and place on a platter.

Remove the skin.

Serve warm with Salsa Verde

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ABSOLUTELY eats out…

A Cena Authentic Italian comfort food to satisfy your appetite Wo r d s G A B R I E L L E H E R N A N D E Z

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The wooden accents and simple place settings work well to complement the main feature: the appetising fare.

Though the sun had set much earlier, it made a reappearance on the dinner table, as we sipped on a tangy and tasteful Tequila Sunrise.

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The presentation was beautiful and really kicked off the evening well.

Little did we know the food journey was just beginning.

A colourful plate of gamberetti fritti was presented. The sheer beauty of the platter was nothing in comparison to the taste. One bite and it was as if my palate had reached Nirvana. The tipping point? The spicy mayonnaise drizzled atop the fried tiger prawns. The flavourful punch was just the thing to take it to the next level.

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cacio e pepe could not have been any more gratifying. Sprinkled with parmesan, it looked as if a gentle snowfall had graced the dish. The pepper did well to enhance the taste of the pasta and cheese rather than overwhelm the pasta. Paired with a red wine and a relaxed ambience, we could have easily been in the middle of Tuscany.

Nearly stuffed to the brim, we soldiered on to what some may consider to be the most important course: dessert. Classic puddings can often be a disappointment, but this tiramisu lived up to hype. The delicate balance of it is not easy to achieve, but A Cena hit it right on the nose. Creamy, not overly boozy or overwhelmingly sweet, it was the closest thing to perfection in a dessert.

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Venison meatballs with tomato sauce

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his is another way to get the best value from the cheaper cuts of venison – or indeed from a hare, rabbit or pheasant if you are lucky enough to have had rrather ather a lot of either of them recently.

If you want to bulk this dish out it can be served on your favourite pasta – mine is penne. One day I must try cooking this on top of a layer of pasta – perhaps even with some spinach under the pasta – but I cannot think what to put finally on top. Cheese sauce? But sometimes my wife and our carers suggest why not do something that we know works well.

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GAME ON Veteran Tory MP Norman Tebbit wrote his book The Game Cook after conversations with his local butcher. First published in 2009, it’s now back in print and full of humour. Here’s a great venison recipe; wild venison is in season from September to the end of February, farmead venison is available all year round.

INGREDIENTS 450g/1lb venison, minced 1 medium onion (ideally red), finely chopped 50g/2oz fresh white breadcrumbs 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander 1 fresh red chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 1 egg, beaten Freshly ground black pepper Handful of chopped coriander and flat parsley Salt (optional) 2 tbsp olive oil

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There are six species of wild deer living in Britain: red, sika, fallow, roe, muntjac and Chinese water deer.

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Red deer and fallow deer are the main species to be farmed commercially.

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Most farmed deer meat comes from red deer, which is the largest of the UK’s species and is native to the country.

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Depending on the diet of the deer, the meat may have a subtle taste of juniper or sage, and there are variations in flavour depending on the species.

For example, the meat of the mighty red deer has a richer, bolder flavour than the more delicately flavoured roe or fallow.

The Game Cook

by Norman Tebbitis published by Grub Street, £14.99

METHOD

For the meatballs, thoroughly mix in a bowl, the onion, minced venison (or other game), breadcrumbs, cumin, coriander, chilli, egg, a little freshly ground black pepper and the chopped parsley and coriander. I use very little salt but you may want to add a little at this stage. I prefer to combine ingredients like this by hand (even if the ’phone does always go when I am doing so) but you could use a processor – but it is easy to overdo it and lose the texture (and it is something to get out, wash up and put away). Anyway, you have to use your hand to form balls – no bigger than golf balls.

Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4. It is best to start with the sauce so that it can simmer away while you make the venison balls. Heat the oil in a casserole, or a stainless-steel pan with a good lid. Fry the onion until it is soft and golden. Add the chopped tomatoes, passata (or purée), red wine and pepper sauce. Try the taste and add salt and pepper as needed.

Then leave it simmering on a low heat. If it threatens to dry out, add a little warm water.

Heat the oil in a big frying pan and fry the balls in batches, if needs be, until they are nicely brown all over.

Put them on to kitchen paper to take off any surplus oil, then place in a casserole with the sauce. Make sure the lid is firmly on, then put them in the oven for 40-45 minutes, by which time they should be cooked through and the sauce nicely thickened. Serve straight onto plates, over the pasta if you are using that.

FO R T H E S AU C E 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, finely chopped 400g/14oz can chopped tomatoes 500g/1lb 2oz carton passata (sieved tomatoes) or 4 tbsp tomato purée 300ml/10fI oz red wine 2 tsp hot pepper sauce (or a mixture of ½ tsp paprika and ¼ tsp chilli powder) Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Modern LOVE FERM LIVING Ferm Living’s furniture is carefully designed and crafted within the Danish design tradition.

Made of the most natural and honest materials, the collection is beautifully minimalist and flexible, with table tops in varying sizes. We love the Mingle table and Herman chair combination pictured here. fermliving.com

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Lumio’s simple, beautiful and functional products include this clever compact lamp and battery pack that folds out like the pages of a book. Recharge your phone with it; use it as a reading lamp and admire its simple beauty. hellolumio.com

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ritish design duo Emma Sewell and Harriet Wallace-Jones have been producing colourful textiles from their London studio since 1992. Their work spans Transport for London moquettes and huge woven artworks as well as a large collection of scarves, blankets and cushions.

The display charts a story of 21st century textile success, with global commercial sales rooted in British design education and UK manufacturing. Wallace Sewell create their innovative fabrics on hand looms using traditional techniques. Work is then sent to a Lancashire mill, established in 1776, for manufacture.

Colour and geometry meet in their abstract designs, which display the influence of Paul Klee, the Bauhaus and Bridget Riley. Although trained at British art schools in the traditional skills of drawing and painting, rather than mixing an artist’s palette of colours, they weave their fine blend of hues through thread. Colour is integrated into the structure of weaving to create pattern, whilst contrasting yarns mix to create open gauzy textures with felted areas.

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PORTRAIT OF HARRIET & EMMA. PHOTOGRAPH BY ANGELA MOORE, 2013.

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Wallace Sewell continues until 21 January 2018 ftmlondon.org

From cushions and throws to scarves and upholstery, the display underlines the immense variety of Wallace Sewell’s output. Highlights include an Anni Albers-inspired oversized art work and original pieces from Emma and Harriet’s graduation shows. The retrospective will also include drawings and design swatches which unravel Wallace Sewell’s fascinating work processes. Textiles on display range from striped silks and sculpted wool crepe, to cashmere, transparent organza and patchwork cotton chenille. However, scarves will be a highlight of the show, as like small paintings, they provide the perfect canvas for Wallace Sewell’s designs. The display demonstrates Wallace Sewell’s strong relationships with international museums including MOMA New York, Dulwich Picture Gallery, the Royal Academy and Tate. The designer’s sensibility for abstract pattern and composition has enabled their collections of textiles to sit alongside major exhibitions. These designs have included a pair of silk block scarves in a vibrant colour palette of primary blue, fuchsia and orange inspired by the Tate’s Henri Matisse: Cut Outs exhibition.

In 2007, Wallace Sewell followed in the footsteps of designers such as Enid Marx,

Marianne Straub and Jacqueline Groag to design ‘moquette’ fabric for Transport for London. Their iconic upholstery for the underground (Barman 2011) is inspired by the London skyline, whilst the orange and brown geometric design for the London Overground is pure abstraction.

These seminal designs, influenced by Russian Constructivism and mid-century modern, will be shown in stacked cubes, each upholstered in a different moquette fabric.

1. BAKERLOO MOQUETTE 2. MONASTARY & DUO SCARVES. 3. CROSSRAIL ELIZABETH MOQUETTE 4. EPPING WOOL CREPE SCARF Photograph by Kathryn Bell, 2017 5. STRIPED WARP ON LOOM AT MILL. Photograph Kate Walsh, 2016

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Ida lives in a Victorian pub in Pangbourne, Berkshire, which she and her husband converted into a spacious open plan home 18 months ago by ripping everything out and reconfiguring the entire space. It was a huge project and they had never done anything like it before. But their personalities helped. “I’m very decisive and my husband, Bobby Dazzler, is great. He’s really good and says yes to everything,” she tells me proudly. “I knew I wanted to paint it all white so I did. The builder would phone me up and say we needed taps so I’d just go online and choose them.”

This is an unusual approach. Most people are so overwhelmed by the number of paint colours on offer and the excess of available taps, tiles and fittings that choosing anything leads to a total paralysis in decision-making and rowing with their partner. Not for Donna and Bobby. “He loves everything,” she says – while she knows exactly what she likes. “I stopped at a traffic light right outside the Little Greene paint shop in Marylebone and chose my paint colour right then and there. When I got home I rang them and ordered it; then when I needed a similar but a bit more biscuity colour for one of the bathrooms I rang him again and described what I wanted – and he sent it. Easy.”

“For someone with a pink sofa and a pair of chihuahuas called Romeo and Julio, Donna Ida is very sensible and un-princessy” For someone with a pink sofa and a pair of chihuahuas called Romeo and Julio, Ida is very sensible and un-princessy. She’s not one to splurge and definitely keen on a bargain.

“Expensive stuff isn’t worth the worry,” she announces. “We have a beautiful rug from The Rug Company, but it’s so stressful. The dog weed on it. The only other expensive thing we have is a handmade Italian coffee table in white leather. Again, the dog weed on it. It’s just not worth it.” Far better to find dining chairs on eBay or paint an old sideboard. She’s resourceful like that.

Is the house finished? Most people never declare their houses finished. Apart from Donna. “I filled it. There’s no space for another chair,” she says. Though she might squeeze in another print somewhere in her photography collection, among the Terry O’Neills, Mick Rocks and Vee Speers. What about regrets?

Again, no fuss. She’s happy with the lot of it.

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Burning wood can be a carbon neutral alternative - a kilogram of wood produces at least three times as much heat in a stove than an open fire.

Stoves are up to 80% efficient, compared to around 15% for an open fire. kindlestoves.co.uk

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Greater London is a Smoke Control Area but we can still enjoy a real fire. The cleanest burning stoves are approved by DEFRA for use in cities and there are plenty to choose from.

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Dualit works with trend forecasters to determine the exact shades that contemporary kitchens require, and the resulting toasters come in similar but subtly different shades of Porcelain, Feather, Shadow and Powder. Yes, they're all pale neutrals, but getting it exactly right makes all the difference. dualit.com

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Smeg has teamed up with Dolce&Gabbana to launch its second collection of small domestic appliances.

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“At its core, philosophy is about developing rational thought”

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hy are we here?” “Why is the sky blue?”

Whatever the lesson, children naturally ask the big questions in life. And among teaching and learning objectives and exam preparation, it’s this very curiosity that schools should act upon.

In today’s results-driven society, schools may question the time and place for philosophy on the curriculum. Children are naturally curious and want to query how the world works, but does this warrant lessons in philosophy? Isn’t philosophy too difficult for children – a tangent too deviant to structure into lessons that actually help them learn?

Some prep schools may argue that sevenyear-olds are too young to comprehend the answers to their rogue questions, but addressing them in meaningful group discussions teaches children how to think critically and analytically.

In my experience, philosophy is best taught through conversation – particularly in prep school – because it requires a response. Given children’s levels of understanding at this age, they need a group to challenge them and bounce ideas around. As they grow up, they will develop the ability to internalise conversations and flesh out ideas critically in their own minds.

The academic benefits of teaching philosophy can be enormous. Group discussion helps children learn how to express and convey their thoughts, whilst teaching them to respect the differing

opinions of others. As they consider the alternative views of their classmates, they become more open-minded and learn to explore other trains of thought.

NBH Prep School’s outstanding results certainly seem to illustrate the academic worth of philosophy for our pupils, who become very adept at analysing ideas as they join the top senior schools in the country. Exploring more than one possible answer to a question encourages pupils to think in a different way, beyond things being accepted as simply ‘right’ or ‘wrong’.

Philosophy nurtures the art of listening, of assessing the validity of what has been said and developing an argument to support one’s standpoint. These abilities, if taught well, endure long after school and throughout life.

Parents concerned more with their children succeeding in life as opposed to understanding life may be cynical of Kant in the classroom, thinking extra time could be given to other subjects. However, the Education Endowment Foundation has found that a year of philosophy results in pupils making two-month’s additional progress in maths and reading.

At its core, philosophy is about developing rational thought - the ability to think through a problem following a logical series of steps, which underpins learning across all subjects, from maths to comprehension.

What’s more, introducing philosophy at a young age creates a safe and structured environment in which children can question the sensitive issues – death, inequality, injustice and others – of which they are already aware.

I believe that Philosophy for Children develops their moral compasses, promoting honesty and integrity and encouraging them to consider the effects of their actions.

It acts, too, as a sound basis for democratic, civic values.

Bertrand Russell once said: “Most people would rather die than think; many do.”

Looking around my class of eager young philosophers, I know that fate will never befall them.

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STAR OF THE MEDITERRANEAN Whether it’s a city break, beach resort or sightseeing holiday you’re after, Mallorca has it all. This month Absolutely visits two of the area’s most exciting luxury resorts and basks in its sunny personality and soulful hill towns.

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allorca, the largest island in the Balearics, may make you think of beach resorts, but there is so much more to the island, as we discovered on a recent trip. Once viewed as an 18-30’s style getaway, the island has undergone a transformation, making it a great cultural yet affordable break.

Beginning our trip in Palma, where we stayed for three days, we immediately took to wandering the magical winding cobbled streets, strolling along the port, breathing in the sea air, drifting between the shops, and stopping off in the many cafes and eateries. Palma has a very cosmopolitan feel, much like Barcelona or Madrid.

Too often overlooked as the airport gateway to Mallorca, the island’s capital city is a hotbed of architectural diversity, whose rich historical heritage is matched by stunning examples of architecture which place the city amongst the very best of Spain. From the quaint crumbling remnants of the city’s Moorish past embodied in its tiny Banys Arabs (Moorish baths) and the imposing grandeur of the vast Gothic Cathedral (La Seu) to the startling modernity of the concrete and glass slotted seamlessly within the old renaissance walls of Es Baluard (home to the Museum of Contemporary Art), Palma hosts some exceptional examples of architecture.

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Double rooms at Puro Hotel Mallorca are from 120 Euro in low season, rising to 490 Euro in high season. Rooms at Park Hyatt Mallorca are from 290 Euro in low season and 590 Euro in high season.

took time to enjoy the multitude of markets largely offering residents fresh local produce including recently caught fish.

Mercat de L’Olivar is the largest market selling most produce and is located towards the train station.

Previously viewed as perhaps a little old fashioned, Mallorca has undergone a fresh wave of design-savvy hotels and Puro Hotel is proof of that. Situated in the Old Town, it is converted from an 18th-century palace hotel in the former fish-market district, keeping its charm. Inside, the hotel has a modern and contemporary feel, while also paying homage to many cultures. Centred around a courtyard with white stones, palms and fountains there is an instantly tranquil feel allowing you to be taken away from the bustling city vibe.

There are 51 rooms at Puro, most overlooking the courtyard, some the cobbled streets of Old Town, all with nods to different designs inspired by Marrakesh, Bali and Miami. Ours was a wonderful mezzanine suite that featured all the latest mod-cons from the likes of Bose, a large

luxury bathroom and king sized bed. As I lay relaxing in the pool-sized white washed bath I was able to admire the design, which is different for each room. The many textures and fabrics, of ropes, white stone, linen and cotton, wicker and carved wooden doors, simultaneously create a sense of grandeur and minimalism.

Beyond the rooms, there is more to Puro, which has a rooftop terrace featuring a

coast in the Cap Vermell estate overlooking Canyamel valley staying at Park Hyatt. This hotel is only two years old and laid out like a traditional Mallorcan village. Despite it being fairly new, it still has an authentic feel supported by all the flowers, streams and paths that meander around the hotel.

We found the facilities here excellent, with two pools (one for adults and one for families), a gym, tennis courts and of course the sumptuous Serenitas Spa. For golf lovers there are also many golf courses close by. Being six months pregnant I could not help but indulge in a luxury massage, so we treated ourselves to a couples room, where you are able to enjoy your treatments together, as well as relax in the facilities after. A visit to the spa is well worth it.

It’s a fairly big hotel with 142 rooms and an understated taupe and stone decor throughout. All have terraces and some a small garden. Ours had a beautiful view overlooking mountains rich in vegetation.

Much like our previous hotel we were spoilt with all the latest mod cons, there was even at TV in the mirror.

There is plenty of variety in terms of food and drink, with four restaurants to chose from, meaning you can easily last a few days without even leaving the hotel. The Balearic restaurant serves traditional Majorcan food while Café Sa Plaça is also good for a light lunch. In Asia restaurant, the menu changes according to the countries that visiting chefs are from. The Tapas gastrobar is home to chef David García, who won a Michelin star at Albora in Madrid.

The hotel provides a shuttle service to Canyamel Beach, a three-minute drive

“Previously seen as a little oldfashioned, Mallorca has undergone a fresh wave of design-savvy hotels.” small pool surrounded by Balinese beds, while those seeking a slightly more upbeat tempo will find it at OPIO, the hotel’s clubby DJ-hosted bar. We took ourselves off to one of the beach clubs that Puro owns, PuroBeach, where you can’t help but feel like you are a cool beach club in Ibiza as you lay on your bed listening to music and drinking cocktails. This is one of six beach clubs Puro own around Europe, where they create an oasis experience. Book beds in advance as they get busy in peak period. We didn’t make it to the spa, but this, along with the events facilities that Puro offers, just adds to their array of services.

Having enjoyed the city for a few days, my husband and I decided to take ourselves off for a more rural retreat on the east

away. Here, you can spend the day basking in the sun, or try water sports from snorkelling to sailing, before grabbing refreshments from the restaurant at Cap Vermell Beach Hotel, where the bill can be directly transferred to your Park Hyatt room.

For visiting this hotel, I would definitely recommend hiring a car. While you can relax in the serenity of this resort for a few days, there is plenty to do around the island of Mallorca, as we discovered. Not only are there beaches and coves to explore, but there are many small fishing towns and markets around the island. My favourite site was when we stumbled across San Salvador, Mallorca’s second most important place of pilgrimage. Although the drive up is somewhat of a challenge the views at the top are well worth it as you overlook the whole island. So whether it’s a city break, beach resort or a sightseeing holiday you’re after, Mallorca has it all.

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owering proud above the city, The Balmoral Hotel has been a landmark in Edinburgh since it began life as a grand railway hotel in 1902. It’s majestic clock tower dominates the capital’s skyline, while its castle views are some of the city’s most coveted.

The luxury stay recently underwent a multi-million pound refurbishment, led by Olga Polizzi who is celebrated for her contemporary twists on traditional design. She has remained respectful of the hotel’s history and its prestigious address at No. 1 Princes Street.

out in calming hues of blue and lavender that worked wonders to relax the mind and body. Wizarding wannabes will marvel at the JK Rowling suite which has also undergone a restyle. Famously, this is where JK Rowling finished Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. From the purple door with its brass owl knocker to her writing desk and the bust that Rowling herself signed, the room is a magical treasure trove filled with subtle nods to her wizarding world.

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ichelin-starred Number One is easily one of Edinburgh’s finest restaurants. It presents modern Scottish cuisine in a plush and inviting setting. From Inverurie hogget to Valrhona chocolate tart, head chef Brian Grigor serves up some of Scotland’s most creative dishes. The smoked salmon is a must during your stay; the hotel has it’s own secret smoking method and the result is to-die-for.

Over in the Scotch Bar you’ll find over 400 malts and blends, accompanied by unusual bar snacks. The guys here really know their stuff so do put their knowledge to the test. Then, work off that whiskey hangover with afternoon tea in the awardwinning Palm Court. Here you can chose from 20 loose-leaf teas to sip alongside an array of amuse bouche, sandwiches, pastries and homemade scones fresh from the oven.

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After all, cheap and quick flights coupled with affordable hostels make it an attractive weekend away regardless of your budget.

Now that my student days are behind me, it was time to revisit the city as a fully-fledged ‘adult’, replacing the cheap flights and hostels with a mini-road trip across northern Europe and a stylish stay in the form of the Pulitzer Hotel.

After a few hours cruising through the Dutch farmland and sea defences, we arrived at our destination, where we found the Pulitzer straddled by the Prinsengracht canal on one side and Keizersgracht canal on the other, making the hotel perfectly positioned within the city’s most fashionable Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets) quarter, home to charming cafes, chic boutiques and some of the best restaurants in town. Also home to Amsterdam’s one and only car stacker (Pulitzer’s own), it made short work of parking in a notoriously non car-friendly city.

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“The hotel is perfectly positioned within the fashionable Nine Streets quarter, with chic boutiques and charming cafes.”

The hotel itself has experienced a mass renovation, fully reopening in 2016.

Established by Peter Pulitzer, who in 1960 saw great potential in the beautiful townhouses of Amsterdam, he purchased twelve of them and began the creation of the city’s first five-star hotel - an accolade that in itself makes the Pulitzer worth visiting. Now privately owned (but not by a Pulitzer), it has grown to occupy twenty-five beautiful town houses, with renovations being directed by designer Jacu Strauss, who has retained the hotels’ understated charm and true Dutch character.

We opted for an elegant and spacious ‘Generous Room’, which was great value.

If we were blowing the budget we’d have gone for one of the four Collector Suites that have been uniquely crafted and accessorised with artefacts associated with various collectors. All rooms are well furnished, comfortable and follow a familiar theme within the rest of the hotel. Think exposed warm wooden beams, shades of blue and purple and statement yellow furniture.

Having dispensed with our four wheels, we arranged to borrow two from the hotel and took a late afternoon cycle around, window-shopping along the way. After working up an appetite, we made our way back to the hotel and as we turned the final corner, were greeted by a third frontage to the Pulitzer, the one which holds their own restaurant, Jansz.

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A night at The Pulitzer starts at €349 for a ‘Cosy Room’ off peak season, with peak starting at €424 pulitzeramsterdam.com

Serving beautifully crafted modern classics, you can dine on diver scallops and a rich pea purée, followed by lobster risotto served with a wafer of dried squid ink, both of which I highly recommend. Throughout dinner I found myself gazing into the distance and savouring every mouthful, or as the Dutch say; “Alsof er een engeltje over je tong piest”.

After waking from a refreshing sleep in our king-sized bed, I had a moment to take in the little details that make up our room. I notice the headboard of the bed has been shaped to echoe the iconic rooflines of Amsterdam’s townhouses and the mini porthole and timber weatherboard of the dividing

“As the evening air cooled, we drank cocktails at Pulitzer bar and watched boats chug up and down the canal.” wall are reminiscent of the houseboats that line up outside. It’s the little details that make it such a special place to stay.

A morning coffee can be freshly brewed while you wash thanks to the provision of the locally roasted Stooker coffee next to the minibar and television stand that has been specifically designed by Strauss for the renovation. The icing (or biscuit) on the cake is that complimentary Stroopwafels in the room are fully replenished, every morning.

After spending the day at two of my favourite places in Amsterdam; Artis the city’s zoo and Hortus - the botanical gardens, we returned to the hotel for a welldeserved drink at The Pause, where one can also grab some lunch or breakfast within

its courtyard. The garden that surrounds it offers a moment of peace amongst the flowers or the opportunity to swing on suspended chairs.

As the evening air cooled, we headed inside to the Pulitzer bar, where the glasses weigh more than your shoes and the leather chairs feel like you’re being engulfed in a warm hug. We sat and enjoyed the cocktail of the month - the Paloma - a pleasant grapefruit and lime mixture, and as the evening drew in, time seemed to slow a bit as we sat in a cosy low-lit corner of the bar watching the boats chug up and down the canal.

The hotel and all of its 25 buildings have been beautifully stitched together, where you can find yourself in pockets of beautiful design; from the miniature greenhouse walkways that cut through small courtyards, to treading over the impressive symmetrical marble tiles leading to the Saxenburg Galleries. The restoration harmonises what is a complicated array of buildings, creating a collection of moments that culminate in a wonderful hotel. The renovation has truly re-cemented Pulitzer’s position as the go-to place, not only within Amsterdam’s hotel scene, but also as a local establishment, where a passer-by can walk in and catch a moment of peace and luxury before heading back out into the city’s characterful and energetic cityscape.

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STRAND ON THE GREEN, CHISWICK A matchless and exquisite wide detached double fronted Georgian house. Initially a farmhouse on the historic Burlington Estate this splendid house enjoys fabulous sweeping south facing views overlooking the River Thames, and also benefits from a private front and rear garden. EPC = E.

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HARTINGTON ROAD, CHISWICK An exceptional semi-detached house situated on one of Grove Park’s premium roads. This house is set back from the road and has gated off-street parking for three to four cars. Hartington Road is one of Chiswick’s most desired tree lined roads, close to Strand on the Green. EPC = E.

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ST. MARY’S GROVE, CHISWICK An exceptional detached family house located in the heart of Grove Park, Chiswick. The property is very well positioned for local shops in Fauconberg Village, an excellent school catchment and also within walking distance to the river Thames. EPC = C.

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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

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erhaps the best known and most successful shoe designers in the UK is Patrick Cox. Starting in the mid-1980s, when he came from Canada to study in London and made friends with Vivienne Westwood, he has built up an incredible army of die-hard footwear fans. These include wealthy fashionistas, celebrity friends such

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Since 2002 he’s lived in a fourbedroom Victorian villa in Little Venice, which he redesigned as a ‘party house’. The only original feature in the property is its staircase – the property was otherwise gutted and rebuilt inside.

He’s just sold the property via local agent Aston Chase for £2.75 and, he says, will “really miss the house and Little Venice, but I am looking forward to taking on another ‘Grand Designs’ style project in Ibiza”. u

f you think the films of Germanborn Hollywood film director Roland Emmerich are dramatic, then you should see his house.

The 61-year-old has several bigbudget hits under his belt including last year’s Independence Day: Resurgence, Godzilla, The Day After Tomorrow and The Patriot starring Mel Gibson.

But his home in Knightsbridge in central London is even more over the top than any of his blockbuster productions.

The unusual property, which is one of four he owns around the world, is available for short-term rent and includes the director’s zany art collection and furniture.

Each room is a like a film set. The main lounge features a huge mural of Chairman Mao, as does one of the bathrooms, while another is dominated by a stuffed zebra, a third lounge is panelled from floor to ceiling in wood and Emmerich’s study walls are covered with schoolroom chalk board.

The property’s most unusual feature is its under-stair cupboard, which houses a full-size waxwork of the Pope, smiling eerily from inside.

His house, which overlooks the leafy Brompton Square in Knightsbridge next door to the Victoria & Albert Museum, has five bedrooms and fivebathrooms. u

The home is available to rent at an eye-watering £34,666 a month via KFH (020 3792 5523).

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HOME TO A DANCING QUEEN

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allet Rambert is London’s most famous and oldest dance company, founded in 1926 by Dame Marie ‘Mini’ Rambert.

The Rambert Dance Company – as it used to be known – became a household name during the early days of TV for its performances on the BBC and has worked with some of the world’s greatest dancers. The studio where Rambert founded the dance company and where she used to teach, is on the market.

The Georgian Grade II listed maisonette is where she opened her fledgling school of dance in Bedford Gardens, Kensington. Ballet Rambert’s former home is now the vast combined open-plan lounge, dining room and kitchen, which also has three double bedrooms and a study. u Available from Marsh & Parsons Kensington (0207368 4450) for £4.9m.

"His home in Knightsbridge is even more over the top that any of his blockbuster productions."

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uring the 1960s this flat saw visits from some of the world’s most famous people including Charlie Chaplin, photographers Cecil Beaton and Lord Snowdon, actors Lawrence Olivier, Omar Sharif and Elizabeth Taylor, and Princess Margaret.

The property belonged to Sri Lankan Sharmini Tiruchelvam who, although little-known now, was at the time one of the world’s most beautiful women. “One day when I was staying with family friends in the south of France, I was at the beach. I was wearing pedal pushers and my hair was in a ponytail. Picasso saw me and asked me to go back with him so he could do a sketch,” she says.

Her former home is now for sale.

It’s a Grade II listed ground floor apartment on Sussex Gardens. u The vendor, Lorna Notoras, has restored the property to its former splendour and is now selling it via Harrods Estates (020 7409 9001) for £2.35 million.

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PROPERTY • NEW HOMES

THE BIRCHWOOD Fusion heralds a new era of elegance and exclusivity in Ealing’s W5

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new era of luxury living is dawning in Ealing with the creation of The Birchwood, a bespoke development of six beautiful apartments.

Conceived and crafted by boutique multi-award winning design house, Fusion Residential, The Birchwood will inspire an era of elegance and exclusivity never previously experienced in Ealing.

Enjoying an elevated position in Park View Road, the borough’s most prestigious thoroughfare, The Birchwood boasts a W5 London postcode making it the capital’s finest and newest retreat.

The design brief for the project was pioneering and innovative. It has been created by a collaboration of the best craftsmen, designers and artisans using the most beautiful colour palettes, textures, materials and objets d’art sourced from around the globe.

Boasting six sumptuous three and fourbedroom concierge serviced apartments, The Birchwood, which gets its name from the birch orchard that will be planted around the site, will redefine perceptions of aesthetic achievement and push the boundaries in terms of exquisite finish, attention to detail, specification and classical styling.

The triple aspect lateral apartments boast expansive and exquisite wraparound terraces in which to enjoy al fresco entertaining or summer relaxing. While the luxurious penthouse covers the entire top floor and affords 360 degree panoramas of London, with clear views out to the Shard and beyond. Meanwhile, the four-bedroom garden apartment at over 2,500sq ft will feature the a courtyard garden in which to celebrate the myriad joys of life.

From the secure and gated underground parking with heated ramp to the bespoke lift which takes you to your apartment and the concierge-managed cold store for grocery deliveries, every desire is attended to.

The apartments will also feature exotic hand-crafted accoutrements, marvellous Carrara marble kitchens and wet-room surfaces, rich natural wood architectural features and tantalisingly tactile wall and floor coverings confirming you have truly arrived at a heaven on earth.

Established more than a decade ago, Fusion Residential has developed an enviable and unrivalled reputation for

creating the most exceptional residences in the most exclusive locations around London.

They are the rule breakers, the dream makers and are well versed in luxury.

Ealing is a beautiful area with more green flag parks than any other London borough, yet it is incredibly well connected with London Heathrow and Denham private airfield just 20 minutes away, while the A40 is less than two miles away.

There are a number of nearby overground and underground rail services and coming very soon is Crossrail, the high-speed rail link which will revolutionise the daily commute, shaving 18 minutes from the journey to Canary Wharf and reducing by half the travel time to Liverpool Street in the heart of the city.

Launching in November 2017, the development is sure to make a wonderful home and investment in a leafy borough of London.

To register your interest and experience the exceptional please contact Fusion Residential on 01923 216 530 or visit fusionresidential.co.uk

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PROPERTY • FEATURE

FULL THROTTLE

TRIUMPH HOUSE ENJOYS A STRONG MOTORCYCLING PAST. SITTING ON THE SITE OF A FORMER DEALERSHIP.

Activity is revving up at Triumph House. Don't let the opportunity speed past you.

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ew homes at former motorcycle dealership in Acton prove popular – with 30% now reserved.

Triumph House, an impressive collection of 14, studio, one and two bedroom, new build apartments located moments from Acton High Street have proved popular among new home buyers, with 30% of the homes now reserved, off-plan.

The aptly named Triumph House, which sits on the site of a former motorcycle dealership Whitby’s, boasts an impressive array of new build apartments, with a range of layouts and sizes available. All the apartments have been highly specified and include access to their own private balcony.

The homes enjoy a central location, with easy access onto TRIUMPH HOUSE BOASTS AN IMPRESSIVE SELECTION OF NEW APARTMENTS, EACH FEATURING A PRIVATE BALCONY.

Acton’s high street and all that this emerging part of west London has to offer. With seven train stations to its name, Acton is well connected, offering residents at Triumph House excellent connections into the city and beyond. Acton Town tube station is a short walk from the development, while nearby Acton Central and Acton Main Line Station, which forms part of the Crossrail programme, are both within easy reach.

Gary Durden, Director of Portdevon comments: “It’s been great to receive so much interest in Triumph House. The apartments enjoy a great location, right in the heart of Acton. The area has so much going for it. There’s a real sense of community here, it’s got a bustling high street, it offers access to a large number of parks and green open spaces and it’s so well

connected too – making it a popular choice among young professionals and investors alike. With Help to Buy available on the development too, we hope to see the interest we have experienced to date continue.”

Each of the homes at Triumph House will be well specified, comprising fully fitted high gloss kitchens and contemporary bathroom suites. Each apartment also benefits from its own private balcony, providing sought after, outside space.

The site, which has now been developed into contemporary, new build apartments enjoys a strong motorcycling past. Previously home to the locally acclaimed Whitby’s dealership in the early 1900s, the premises were then purchased and run by motorcycle enthusiasts Brian Hunter and Tom Dickie – both famous within the motorcycling circuit in the 1960s and 70s.

In 1966 Tom Dickie won the Manx Grand Prix, before going on to win the 24-hour endurance race Bol d’Or in 1970. In addition to competing alongside his friend and colleague, in 1969 Brian Hunter took part in the Trans-Atlantic Air Race between London and New York, transporting the eventual winner for the UK leg of the race on his Triumph Tiger 110.

Two bedroom apartments at Triumph House start from £499,950.

Help to Buy is available on selected plots.

For more information please contact: Portdevon - Triumph House 020 3301 0513 triumphhouse.co.uk

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London’s New Country Retreat.

PARK VIEW ROAD, EALING, W5 Beautifully crafted, bespoke, 3 bedroom lateral apartments with expansive open air terraces, concierge at your service, gated underground parking & private store rooms.

Just 11 minutes to Bond Street via Crossrail from 2018.

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St Peters Square, W6

£2,500 per week Alwyn Avenue, W4

A five bedroom house arranged over four floors with a double reception room, a dining area, two bathrooms and a large kitchen with views over the garden, energy rating f.

A four bedroom house with a through reception room, a large and modern eat in kitchen, three bath/shower rooms, one of which is an en suite and a garden, energy rating d.

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Chiswick High Road, W4

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£692 per week Flanders Road, W4

£900 per week

This four bedroom house has a large reception room and a modern An immaculate three bedroom apartment set in the prestigious Prebend Mansion block with three double bedrooms, eat in kitchen extended kitchen with conservatory area leading out onto a secluded patio garden, energy rating d. and wood flooring throughout, energy rating d.

020 8742 4100 chiswicklettings@fletcherestates.com

020 8742 4100 chiswicklettings@fletcherestates.com

Tenants fees apply: £180 per tenancy towards administration, £60 reference fee per tenant and £144 contribution to inventory costs (all inc VAT).

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Stile Hall Gardens, W4 A five bedroom semi detached Edwardian home which has been carefully refurbished over recent years. The property benefits from many period features whilst also having numerous modern and practical features throughout, energy rating d.

Chiswick Lane, W4 A substantial six double bedroom, semi detached Edwardian home with two large reception rooms, an extended kitchen/dining room, five bath/shower rooms, one en suite to the master bedroom which also has a large dressing room and a balcony, energy rating d.

ÂŁ1,750,000 020 8987 3000 chiswicksales@fletcherestates.com

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The Prime Market London’s prime market has always been the wonder of the property world and usually for good reasons

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igh UK and overseas demand for London’s central prime districts has powered extraordinary property price and rental growth since the financial crisis of late 2008 and early 2009. For example, during 2007 before the banking problems began, house prices in prime central London were rising by 28% a year, according to agent Knight Frank.

By 2010 prices began to rise again, settling down to between 7% and 10% a year by 2013. But over the past 18 months the 2016 UK Referendum Vote, the looming spectre of Brexit plus a basket of other factors have conspired to significantly cool London’s prime central property markets. Increased Stamp Duty for properties bought for over £1.5 million, additional Stamp Duties rates for second homes and buy-to-let properties and reduced tax incentives for buy-to-let landlords and investors have all made it more expensive to buy

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and invest in London property. “Out of all these factors I think it has been the buyto-let changes which have had the biggest difference to the prime property market,” says Chris Lloyd of private finance firm Enness. Prices in Prime London have dropped by between 10% and 15% some agents say, while in some pockets price reductions have reached 40%, according to agent Barnes Private Office. “While prices are higher in 2017 than 10 years ago, liquidity is significantly lower once again and prices have fallen,” says its Managing Director Alex Newall. “The market this time has been directly affected by higher stamp duty and the bottle neck which has been placed on the market around the £1.5m level.” Agent Jake Russell of Russell Simpson says the extra Stamp Duty was designed to cool the previously over-heated property market in central London but also increase government tax revenues. But as Jake points out, although it has achieved its first aim, transactions have sunk to such a low point that the government is seeing its tax receipts reduce, somewhat defeating the purpose of the Stamp Duty increases. “Near £300 million was

collected in SDLT across prime London during the first six months of 2014, whilst that figure is down by 4.9%, for the year to date, at approximately £267 million,” he says. But agent Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) says in a report shown exclusively to this magazine that London’s prime central sales market is showing signs of returning to normal. It says the number of homes being sold has increased this year when compared to 2016 and that prices at the lower end of the prime market have held firm, although prices for homes worth £5 million or more – Stamp Duty bills for which can be double those charged since the rates were changed – are still more “sensitive”. “We expect the sales market to continue its acclimatisation during the remainder of this year and to be on a firmer footing by the start of 2018,” the JLL report says.

But although Alex Newall says the super-prime £10m market is still experiencing problems, “lower prices mean good news for the savvy investor, who will go against the flock,” he says. “We are seeing generational investors return to the markets deal hunting - the landed gentry

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who have been priced out by wealthy private clients from the Middle East and Russia, are making a comeback in areas like Chelsea and Belgravia. “This is their time to buy at more affordable prices for the long term. Hong Kong buyers with links to the UK through education or family are also investing.” But some buyers and investors are taking a different route – to finance their property purchases and investments in a way which reduces their exposure to risk. “We’re doing a lot of interest-only mortgages at the moment because for many of our clients there’s no point paying cash for a property when they can make that money work harder in investments and then get a mortgage at an interest rate of a few percent,” says

“THE STRONGEST ACTIVITY AT THE MOMENT IS FROM BETWEEN £500,000 TO £1M AND THE LESSER EXTENT UP TO £3 MILLION”

Chris Lloyd. “The strongest activity at the moment is from between £500,000 to £1 million and to a lesser extent up to £3 million at the moment.” But one unintended consequence of the Stamp Duty increases and the other financial burdens on buyers has been to boost the lettings market. “One of the major positives we’ve seen in the market in 2017 is the incredible surge in the lettings side of our business,” says Jake Russell. Jones Lang LaSalle agrees, to a degree, its report states that while activity has picked up in the lettings market during the first six months of the year, rental values continue to see too many properties fight for too few tenants, but it’s a position the company believes will have corrected itself by the end of 2017.

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GOLDSMITH AVENUE, W12 £1,495,000 LEASEHOLD A beautifully presented and perfectly balanced home offering five/six bedrooms of glorious family space. Situated in the increasingly popular Poets Corner enclave the house was the subject of a complete re-imagining and refurbishment in the last few years. Now offering over 2,500 square feet of usable space the house is pitch perfect for the contemporary family. Frankly gorgeous décor choices and clever manipulation of the natural light makes this a delightful place to be. There is further scope to extend should the inclination occur but this is already a large house offering harmonious accommodation. A real home in which I can imagine the next owner enjoying many, many happy years.

Two Reception Rooms | Kitchen / Dining Room | Five Bedrooms | Two Bathrooms | Garden | 2561 Sq Ft / 237.9 Sq M | EPC Rating: Band F

SHEPHERDS BUSH & ACTON | 020 8735 3266 shepherdsbush@winkworth.co.uk

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ANNANDALE ROAD, W4 £845,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD A splendidly bright and spacious split-level, three bedroom period conversion flat with roof terrace. The flat is located in an amazing location right in the heart of Chiswick with wonderful local restaurants and shops close at hand on Chiswick High Road and Turnham Green underground station (District and Piccadilly line) being a short walk away.

Reception room | Kitchen | Three bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower room | Roof terrace | Original features | EPC: D

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

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SINCLAIR ROAD, W14 £699,950 SHARE OF FREEHOLD A stunning one bedroom flat occupying the entire raised ground floor of an imposing mid-terrace Victorian townhouse. Offered in extremely good order throughout, this fabulous property offers bright and spacious accommodation. The flat’s location is ideal for Westfield London and Brook Green’s numerous amenities, which include some superb pubs, shops and restaurants; Kensington High Street is also within easy reach. The closest stations are to be found at Shepherds Bush, Kensington Olympia, Goldhawk Road and Hammersmith.

Reception Room | Kitchen | Bedroom | En Suite Bathroom | 743 Sq Ft / 69 Sq M | EPC Rating Band C

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

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GRANGE PARK, W5 £2,700,000 FREEHOLD An imposing and handsome eight bedroom detached Victorian family home with a very special 100ft west facing garden. Located on one of Ealing Common’s most prestigious roads this property has come onto the market for the first time in over 40 years. The house, which is spread over three floors and a basement, has retained many of its original features with impressively large rooms and magnificently high ceilings. The property also boasts a detached garage/workshop and off street parking. With suitable and sympathetic refurbishment this house could be one of the finest in the area and make an outstanding family home.

Detached Victorian House | Eight Bedrooms | 100ft West-facing Garden | Three Bathrooms | Three Reception Rooms | Garage & Off Street Parking | EPC: F

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

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PALMERSTON ROAD, W3

DELAMERE ROAD, W5

£594 PER WEEK

£738 PER WEEK

Amazing Uberhaus designed to an extremely high specification throughout, in Acton Gardens development. Rent: £2,578 PCM.

Fabulous semi-detached house finished to a very high standard, close to Ealing Broadway and Ealing Common. Rent: £3,200 PCM.

Three Bedrooms | Master Bedroom With Ensuite and Patio | Parking Space | Fees

Four Bedrooms | Three Bathrooms | Two Large Reception Rooms | Downstairs

Apply | EPC: B

Office | Off Street Parking | Fees Apply | EPC: C

For more information on this property call:

For more information on this property call:

Ealing & Acton office | 020 8896 0123

Ealing & Acton office | 020 8896 0123

WILLOW VALE, W12

WILLOW VALE, W12

£450 PER WEEK

£580 PER WEEK

A stunning two double bedroom duplex apartment with a private roof terrace. Available immediately. Rent: £1,950 PCM.

An exceptional and charming three bedroom house with impressive character features. Available immediately. Rent: £2,513 PCM.

Brand New | Spacious Living Room | Cloakroom | Built in Wardrobes | Furnished/

Open Plan Kitchen/Reception Room | Master Bedroom with En-suite | Garden |

Unfurnished | Fees apply | EPC: C

Furnished | Fees apply | EPC: D

For more information on this property call:

For more information on this property call:

Shepherds Bush office | 020 8735 3255

Shepherds Bush office | 020 8735 3255

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CHISWICK GATE, W4

CHISWICK HIGH ROAD, W4

£700 PER WEEK

£554 PER WEEK

An elegant, newly built, two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with balcony overlooking beautiful landscaped gardens. Rent: £3,033 PCM.

A spacious and beautifully presented two bedroom, two bathroom property with lift. Rent: £2,400 PCM.

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | 2 Bathrooms | Open Plan Kitchen | Lift | Balcony |

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | 2 Bathrooms | Kitchen with large spacious dining

Gym | Furnished/Unfurnished | Fees Apply | EPC: B

area | Lift | Off Street Parking | Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: C

For more information on this property call:

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Chiswick office | 020 8994 7096

Chiswick office | 020 8994 7096

AGATE ROAD, W6

HAMMERSMITH GROVE, W6

£415 PER WEEK

£440 PER WEEK

A delightful two bedroom flat on the first floor of a mid-terrace Victorian house. Rent: £1,798 PCM.

A superb two double bedroom flat on the top (second) floor of an impressive double fronted Victorian house. Rent: £1,907 PCM.

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | Kitchen | Bathroom | 658 Sq Ft / 61 Sq M |

2 Bedrooms | Reception Room | Eat-in Kitchen | Bathroom | Balcony | 843 Sq Ft /

Furnished | Fees Apply | EPC: D

78.3 Sq M | Fees Apply | EPC: D

For more information on this property call:

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Hammersmith office | 020 7371 4466

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77 Goldhawk Road, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12 8EH sales@kerrandco.com

020 8743 1166 www.kerrandco.com

THORPEBANK ROAD, W12 £830,000 FH An impressive mid-terraced Edwardian house arranged over three floors. The current accommodation provides two double bedrooms, family bathroom and single bedroom/study; there is a further double bedroom with en-suite and ample storage. The kitchen leads onto the west facing rear garden and to the front is the separate reception room. The house is in good condition having been beautifully maintained and enhanced by the current owners.

CATHNOR ROAD, W12 £695,000 share of FH An exceptional two bedroom maisonette with its own private entrance and west facing roof terrace.

This stylish apartment has been extended and refurbished, so now offers spacious accommodation over two floors. Providing a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, a second double bedroom, reception room with open plan, fully integrated, kitchen, separate shower room and delightful west facing roof terrace.

INDEPENDENT. LOCAL. EXCEPTIONAL.

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PERCY ROAD, W12 £2,250,000

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NEARLY 60FT LANDSCAPED GARDEN

A magnificent family home offering nearly 2,450 sq. ft. of accommodation in this grand natural three storey semi-detached Victorian building with a stunning landscaped rear garden measuring a shade under 60 feet.

APPROX 2,450 SQ. FT. OF ACCOMMODATION

This incredible, interior designed house provides stylish accommodation over three floors and combines Victorian charm with chic finishes. The generous rooms include a stunning kitchen/dining/reception room leading on to the superb rear landscaped garden. As well as the master bedroom suite there are a further 5 bedrooms, another reception room, a cloakroom, family bathroom and roof terrace.

LARGE KITCHEN / DINING ROOM

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE SIX BEDROOMS LOVELY STYLISH BOHEMIAN FEEL PANTRY WITH WINE TEMPERATURE CONTROL GRAND VICTORIAN SEMI DETACHED BUILDING SET ON ONE OF THE PREMIER ROADS GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM

INDEPENDENT. LOCAL. EXCEPTIONAL.

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FEATHERSTONE LEIGH Richmond,020 8940 1575 featherstoneleigh.co.uk

his luxurious property offers three floors of wonderful accommodation.

Including five well proportioned bedrooms, it provides elegant living and entertaining space. A spacious reception room has beautiful cornicing. The open plan kitchen features natural stone worktops.

The private rear garden is accessed through a lovely conservatory.

ocated in the prestigious Richmond Hill area, this magnificent detached, double-fronted home has an incredible 5 bedrooms.

It has been has been updated and stylishly renovated by the current owners. It also boasts a large rear garden which is stunning. It sits just minutes from Richmond train station, making it easy to commute into central London.

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Ealing 020 8566 1990 sintonandrews.com

well thought out and creatively executed refurbishment finished to an exceptionally high level to create modern, light space with bespoke built-in units and numerous high quality fittings. Running from the central kitchen is a cosy reception area to the front. A lovely family space extends the full width, with folding doors to access a good sized garden.

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ust off of Ealing Green, this spacious and highly prizes early Victorian Villa is flexible and adaptable. Rich in period character and atmosphere, it makes a lovely family home.

Over three floors, find a gracious drawing room, wine cellar, 5 double bedrooms and a family kitchen. The conservatory is a major highlight, overlooking the large garden to the rear of the home.

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simply exceptional and exquisitely designed three bedroom ground floor garden flat.

Situated in the highly sought after Haven Green area, and on the door step of future cross rail.

This property is an exclusive five apartment development, situated in an unrivalled location with Ealing Broadway station located moments away. The property has been meticulously refurbished, with many benefits throughout.

RICH IN PERIOD CHARACTER AND ATMOSPHERE, IT MAKES A LOVELY FAMILY HOME

KINLEIGH FOLKARD & HAYWARD

Ealing, 020 3792 4499 kfh.co.uk

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A bright and spacious three bedroom family home with potential to extend the rear and create a loft extension (STPP).

Located close to Acton Central and a short walk to Turnham Green station for access into central London. A variety of cafes and restaurants are nearby on Chiswick High Road. This property is within the catchment area of The Arc and Southfield Primary Schools.

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The Common, Ealing W5 £650,000

This characterful and spacious two bedroom top floor flat offers superb views of the beautiful green spaces of The Common. Situated moments from amenities and transport links of The Broadway.

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

Greystone Court is situated towards the centre of The Common, with multiple underground tube links from both Ealing Broadway and Ealing Common stations.

The property is offered to the market chain free, and viewings are highly recommended.

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Pump House Crescent, Brentford TW8 £1,750 pcm

A stunning new build property to rent close to Kew Bridge. Finished to a high standard with open plan living room and private patio. Access to gymnasium included and 24 hour concierge.

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Offered furnished New build Gymnasium 24 hour concierge Two double bedrooms Patio EPC rating C

Chiswick 020 8987 0099 chiswick.lettings@kfh.co.uk £210 tenancy agreement fee per property. Other fees apply, visit kfh.co.uk/lettingsfees

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ondon’s quiet and highly valuable central prime streets have endured a rollercoaster ride over the past 12 month as various economic and political headwinds have dampened enthusiasm for their multi-million-pound properties.

But the UK’s capital remains an incredible place to buy a home. A square foot of property in historic and desirable neighbourhoods such as South Kensington, Notting Hill, Belgravia, Mayfair and Holland Park costs over £2,000 while values in other areas nearby such as Earls Court and Chelsea aren’t far behind. In the most expensive areas this means a medium-size 1,600 sq ft or 148 sq metre Victorian or Georgian house will cost £3.7 million.

And according to data firm LonRes property worth £3.6 billion is set to be sold in the three key prime areas of central London this year, despite Brexit and higher property taxes.

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Within them, 47% of all properties are sold for £2 million more although the average price per property sold is £1.72 million, this ranges from a £57 million Regency house in The Boltons to £350,000 for a small studio apartment in Bloomsbury.

But what really makes London famous around the world are its super-prime properties. Here we highlight some of the most notable ones currently for sale for £10 million or more – and sometimes… a lot more.

“a square foot of property in historic and desirable neighborhoods...cost over £2,000”

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duplex penthouse at 37 Curzon Street in Mayfair built above the famous cinema that bears the street’s name. The 3,469 sq ft property has four bedrooms and offers views from its wrap-around terrace over the local area as well as the House of Parliament, London Eye and Shard.

The property was also formerly the home of 1960s pop star Dave Clarke while the cinema below itself is the stuff of Mayfair legend, hosting Royalty, Hollywood stars and celebrities for private screenings.

When King George VI, Queen Elizabeth and the two princesses paid their first visit, two Royal Boxes were installed to mark the occasion. More recently, it’s hosted numerous red carpet premiers, including Dallas Buyers Club with Matthew McConnaughey and Jared Leto.

The penthouse’s current owners have given the home a stylish makeover. Its large marble floored reception space has 360-degree views across the capital, there’s a private terrace along one side, along with study and gym, underfloor heating and underground parking. More information from Savills on +44 (0) 20 7578 5100 or www.savills.com

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For more information, Glentree.co.uk or +44 (0) 20 8458 7311.

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It’s not that often that refurbished terraced house come up for sale on the Crown Estate roads surrounding Regent’s Park, but when they do prices are high – these properties have high ceilings and handsome stucco’d frontages which are as highly prized, as is their address.

This seven-bedroom example on Hanover terrace is one of the largest houses in what is generally acknowledged as the finest of the Nash terraces. Benefits include the unique feature of a lift (requires reinstatement) and the rare advantage of an additional floor which provides further panoramic views over the park. Currently for sale with Knight Frank, +44 (0) 20 7586 2777.

This recently-refurbished three-bedroom penthouse apartment on Harrington Road near South Kensington tube station comes with a terrace wrapped around its sides to offer 360-degree views of the area. The property used to belong to Notting Hill actor Hugh Grant. The stunning penthouse, which occupies the entire top of Petersham House, also has a master dressing room, walk-in shower, double-height ceilings, dual-aspect lounge, direct entry lift, a gym and plenty of gadgets. It’s been refurbished since Grant lived there in 2002-2003, during the success of About a Boy. Carter Jonas +44 (0) 20 7590 4690 or www.carterjonas.co.uk

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CORNEY REACH WAY, W4 £450,000 FREEHOLD

A beautifully presented and rarely available one bedroom apartment situated within this soughtafter RIVERSIDE development. Additionally benefits include GCH, DG, and secure parking.

Chiswick High Road is a 20 minute walk with an unrivalled range of shops, boutiques, bars, restaurants and tube stations.

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Comprising: one double bedroom with plenty of storage, good sized living room, modern bathroom with shower over bath and modern kitchen. The property is situated a few moments walk from Gunnersbury tube station.

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FAIRLAWN THE POWERAVENUE, HOUSE,W4 W4

£465,000 £3,000,000

LETTINGS

The ultimate West London this with landmark listed period House” offering overbedrooms, 3,500 sq ft ofluxury flexiblebathroom, living and An amazingly light, wellpenthouse presentedideally triplelocated aspectinflat the Grade addedII benefit of abuilding balcony“The andPower private garden.

Three entertaining space withfully commanding views acrossgas Westfired London.

The property been refurbished the current comprises; Incredible 14' reception room, integrated kitchen, central heating,has share inextensively the freehold, balconybyand privateowners gardenand with side access.

Ideally 36’ x 28’ Reception room/Dining room/ Kitchen, South facingstation roof terrace withextensive far reaching views, Master suite, Four further double bedroomsHigh (2 ensuite), situated within close proximity of Chiswick Park tube and the shopping and restaurant facilities on Chiswick Road. Additional roof terrace, Study, Utility room, Mezzanine accessed via floating glass staircase, Secure gated parking, Ample storage, Automatic lift, Internal lift. The apartment is ideally located for Chiswick High Road’s shops, cafes and restaurants and offers close proximity to Stamford Brook and Turnham Green Underground Stations. EPC-C.

LINDENCOTTAGE, GARDENS, W4 W4 LAMB W4 HEATHFIELD TERRACE,

£330 PER WEEK £1.600,000 £2,950,000

A newly decorated lowerfour ground with private westideally facing garden.

LargeTurnham double Green bedroom with wardrobes, reception with An immaculately presented storeyfloor Gradegarden II listedflat Georgian town house located opposite with private 60’ South facing gardenroom and off woodparking floors,for bathroom withproperty showercomprises; over, fitted kitchen, The flat isbedrooms, on one of located from the shops, street two cars. The Luxury mastergarden. suite, Four further WetChiswick's room, Largebest entrance hall,roads, 27’ Dualmoments aspect reception room, restaurants cafés on the High Road androom, 5 minutes fromCoat/Boot Turnham room, GreenSummer station.room, The property is available September, furnished.

28’ Bespoke kitchen/breakfast room, Utility Cloakroom, Under stairs wine cellar,early Private 60’ South facing garden, Off street parking for two cars. Close proximity to tube, bus and high road facilities.

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SALES LETTINGS POINTGARDENS, WHARF LANE, EYOT W6 TW8

£350 PER WEEK GUIDE: £1,500,000

ABeautifully stunning, fully extendedtwo and double recently refurbished period on this very wellsought located street a stone’s throw from The River Thames.

The current presented bedroom secondtownhouse floor flat in highly after just riverside development.

Boasting a stunning open plan owners a complete of the property bringing it completely up to date including a built in sound system through, Cat 6 work kitchenoversaw reception room, arefurbishment river side balcony and a master ensuite bedroom.

Large open plan reception room, fully fitted Lutron kitchenlighting, with granite cabling and Under floor heating on the ground and all bathrooms. with large ensuite bathroom. Four further bedrooms, Family bathroom, tops, fitted wardrobes and riverside views.floor Underground parkingMaster spacebedroom included.

Shower room, Double reception room, Extended kitchen/breakfast room with bifold doors, Landscaped West facing garden. Chiswick High Road and King Street’s shops, cafés and restaurants are within a short walk. Transport links include Stamford Brook Station, and the A4/M4 for routes in and out of London. No Chain. EPC-D.

QUEENCOTTAGE, ANNES LAMB W4 W4 FOSTER ROAD,GROVE, W4

£430 PER WEEK £1.600,000 £950,000

A large, light and beautifully presented flat two double bedroom flat on this highly desirable road in proximity the hearttoofallBedford Park, just minutes An exceptionally spacious period conversion ideally located in this prestigious tree lined street offering close amenities.

Five bedrooms, Fivefrom Turnham Green underground station.Utility Top room, floor position beautiful views the reception and bedrooms. bathrooms, 18’ Reception room, Kitchen, Extensiveensures built in storage, New lease,from Requiring modernisation, Located south of Chiswick High Road offering close proximity to Turnham Green Tube Station and the comprehensive shopping and restaurant facilities on the High Street, No chain, EPC-D.

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EALING W5

ÂŁ950,000 FREEHOLD

An excellent sized semi-detached family home in the heart of the award winning Pitshanger Village offered in beautiful condition throughout. The property boasts two large intercommunicating reception rooms, modern fitted kitchen/breakfast room and cloakroom to ground floor. To the first floor are four bedrooms, beautiful modern family bathroom and modern en suite shower room. Other benefits include gas fired central heating, double glazing, period features, wood floors and a west facing rear garden. EPC: E

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“PITSHANGER’S COMMUNITY ESTATE AGENT”

EALING W5

£995,000 FREEHOLD

A characterful, extended square bay fronted Edwardian style villa with stunning views over Pitshanger Park which has been modernised to a high standard throughout, retaining many period features. The ground floor provides a large lounge, ground floor cloakroom, excellent family dining area and TV room leading to a beautiful open plan modern fitted kitchen. To the first floor are three bedrooms and modern family bathroom, whilst the second floor has two further bedrooms and beautiful modern shower room. The property also benefits from double glazing, gas fired central heating and a private 65’ rear garden featuring garden office. EPC: D

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