WIMBLEDON NOVEMBER 2016

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YASMIN LE BON PUTNEY'S MOST GLAMOROUS STAR

HOLY TRINITY

FOOD TALK WITH ADAM BYATT

WIMBLEDON MUSIC FESTIVAL FOCUS ON FOLK

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10 things we really want this month Diary dates for November Wimbledon International Music Festival returns with its most impressive line-up yet

BON MARCHE

We meet Yasmin Le Bon to find out about her new clothing collection for Winser London

This month’s hottest trends and products Winter's new fabrics and shapes

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The ultimate in ski luxe

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Gold-inspired beauty to add a new dimension to your autumnal look

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58 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS News and views from the designers

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42 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Tasty happenings from the local area

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EDITOR’S

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emember, remember November is the month to really lean into the whole mulled wine, big jumpers, cosy getaways way of life. It is also, dare I say it, time to start mentally preparing for the Christmas period. Luckily, those dwelling in South West London can forestall the onset of constant Jingle Bells and Wham! with a more cultural happening in the form of Wimbledon International Music Festival.

This prestigious event comes hard on the heels of Wimbledon Bookfest and will bring together some of the biggest names in classical music.

With November also comes the advent of party season; we have some fabulous goth-chic suggestions from our fashion editor Charlotte Adsett as well as a beauty page full of gold-inspired pots and potions to add a little sparkle to your regime. In that glamorous vein, our interview this month is with Putney local Yasmin Le Bon who has just designed a new range for Winser London; think bright colours and comfy knits.

If you’re considering a skiing holiday, you could do a lot worse than jet set favourite St Moritz, our November travel story.

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AMERICAN GIRL

Gigi Hadid returns as the face of MaxMara this AW with deeply bronzed skin and wet hair.

Effortlessly sexy, the American It Girl is seen here with the Whitney bag and – as with all that Gigi puts her face to – we’re sold. maxmara.com

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Leaving last season’s prim woman behind, Jaeger’s AW collection is boyishly cool with versatile boxy shapes and a neutral colour palette. jaeger.co.uk

VASE DAZE

Summer is over but that doesn’t mean you should forgo fresh flowers. We’ll be placing ours in this chocolate brown vase. £19; hollyshouse.com

PEEP CHIC

Handcrafted in the Italian region of Treviso, these sunglasses by Prism are timelessly chic. Big and dark enough to hide tired eyes, these are a winter necessity. £265; browns.com

SNAKE KICKS

In signature Alexandre Birman style, these python boots are exotic, supple and stylish. Pair with boyfriend jeans for a laid back but sophisticated look. £880; netaporter.com

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VELVET VIXEN

This brand new unisex watch concentrates on balancing function and style with durable stainless steel and a sapphire crystal glass face to complete the flawless design. £176; greyhours.com

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

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CATS THE MUSICAL

7 - 1 2 No v e m b e r Ne w Wi m b l e do n T he a tre oming straight from the West End, C Andrew Lloyd Webber’s recordbreaking 2015 Olivier award nominated musical CATS has brilliant music, magical sets and a stellar cast. A thrilling show that has captivated audiences worldwide. u 93 The Broadway, SW19;

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5 No v e m b e r B a tte rs e a Pa rk aking place in one of London’s most T impressive open spaces, this firework display will be based on the theme of Legends. The award-winning pyro-technicians, Jubilee Fireworks are working with the theme of legends so you may see some purple rain, or a starman, light up the sky. u SW11; enablelc.co.uk

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WHAT HAPPENS TO US

Fro m 1 5 No v e m b e r Wi m b l e do n S p a c e ommunities don’t just happen, they’re C made. In the long shadow of the UK’s EU referendum Ω and with the threat of Trump leading the so-called free world Ω this exhibition asks whether we should just say no to democracy. Think about it, do people really get the governments they deserve? u Merton Hall Road, SW19; events.arts.ac.uk

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ARTS & CULTURE / TALKING TOPICS

THE RUNNING OF THE DEER

Fro m 1 2 No v e m b e r Fo ss Fi ne Ar t ell known for her atmospheric W and symbolic paintings, this rich and sumptuous collection focuses on imagery drawn from early carols and poems to create a body of work that celebrates the winter season.

The show also features works from The Star Tree that was published this summer by Frances Lincoln, her dreamlike and lyrical children’s book. u 113b Northcote Road;

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must go

CLAPHAM FRINGE Un t i l 6 Nov e m b e r Bre ad and R os e s T he a t re

THE MAN WHO WOULD BE KING

With 29 different productions and 48 performances altogether, this growing festival will host a variety of performances including theatre, comedy, storytelling and cabaret. With something for everyone, this is a great opportunity to discover the most exciting talent coming from south west London.

1 - 2 Nov e m be r O mnib us he highly acclaimed Dawn T State presents The Man Who Would Be King, a play inspired

by Rudyard Kipling’s novella. Peachy Carnehan and Daniel Dravot are mercenaries amid the shifting borders of the Middle East. With colonial themes of power and war, the plot takes place in Northern Afghanistan, where the foreigners concoct a scheme to enslave the natives and install themselves as kings. u 1 Clapham Common, SW4;

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ir Elton John loves modernist photography. As a collector, he is in possession of some extremely rare vintage prints. Lending 150 pieces to the Tate, this exhibition showcases his own personal collection and

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features works created by the artists themselves. Most impressively, this includes works by seminal figures such as Man Ray, Herbert Bayer and Dorothea Lange.

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ARTS & CULTURE / PREVIEW

TUNE IN

The Wimbledon International Music Festival returns with its most impressive line-up yet W o r d s j o h n h aw k s

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n just the past few years, SW19 has given birth to two cultural festivals of genuine international importance; hard on the heels of October’s starstudded Wimbledon Bookfest comes the extraordinarily rich array of fame and talent in November’s Wimbledon International Music Festival.

The success and growth of this event, pioneered less than a decade ago by Anthony Wilkinson, is perhaps the more surprising since the town still has no dedicated concert venue at all. For the moment let’s be thankful for the fine Victorian churches that host our local music making – despite their restrictions of size and acoustics, the festival is thriving, and now more than ever demonstrates the need and opportunity for a state-of-the-art new concert hall in Wimbledon. But that’s another story…

Music buffs can’t fail to be impressed by this year’s list of soloists: top names such as pianist Angela Hewitt, violist Tabea

Zimmermann, cellist Raphael Wallfisch, tenor Christoph Prégardien, and the queen of percussion Dame Evelyn Glennie need no introduction, and by now hot cakes are more plentiful than tickets.

But there are still peaches available – the celebrated Skampa Quartet, for instance, on 14 November in a lovely programme of chamber music from their native Czech

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UNDERLYING THEME THIS YEAR is the influence of FOLK MUSIC Republic. Dvorak’s Tenth Quartet in E flat is as perfect an example as any of his characteristic sweetness on the ear, and Smetana’s First in E minor “From My Life” is one of the great classics of the repertoire, including as it does the famous and touching depiction in sound of the onset of the composer’s deafness. And don’t be put off by the third piece in the programme, Martinu’s Quartet No.5, typical of his highly attractive neo-classical style.

The festival’s underlying theme this year is the influence of folk music, and indeed the opening event on 12 November is given by local groups performing David Fanshawe’s “African Sanctus”. And the very next day, the renowned Hungarian folk ensemble Muzsikás are joined by the Skampa Quartet

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in an exciting fusion of folk and classical.

Another jewel which shouldn’t be missed is the recital on 23 November by master violinist Christian Tetzlaff. Bach’s Partitas and Sonatas for solo violin are incomparable, of course, and he performs one of each; but if there’s any other piece that begins to approach their supremacy it’s the great sonata by Bartok, one of his last works written in 1944 for Yehudi Menuhin. It’s fiendishly difficult to play but wonderfully impressive to listen to, and you’re unlikely hear it better done than this.

Another chamber concert which catches the eye is given by the Sitkovetsky Piano Trio on Saturday 19th - Haydn’s “Gypsy” Trio and Dvorak’s folk-inspired “Dumky” Trio are two of the delicious works they include; the third is equally entertaining, the Trio by Charles Ives, written with a mischievous glint in his eye. The second movement weaves together fragments of American folk and Yale fraternity songs.

The festival ends with Wimbledon’s very own Academy Choir and Players performing Bach’s glorious Christmas Oratorio with four fine soloists. This is a particularly special event as it marks the retirement of the Choir’s founder and conductor, Andrew Edwards. The quality of music making he has achieved in the past 36 years is quite remarkable, and Wimbledon should count him among its most distinguished sons.

It’s a truly magnificent line-up.

One’s tempted to think that at this rate “Wimbledon Fortnight” may soon start to mean something other than that great event down the road. u wimbledonmusicfestival.com

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Bon Marche

Putney local Yasmin Le Bon has designed a new clothing collection for Winser London.

Here she discusses fashion and family Wo r d s p e a r l b oy d

PEARL BOYD: It must be very exciting to design a fashion collection. What do you enjoy most?

YASMIN LE BON: It’s a wonderful thing to be part of a creative team – to work with creative people who know so much technically and who you can learn from. It’s great to be learning – that’s what I really enjoy - developing ideas, thinking about things. I had some specific ideas and I’ve been helpfully led and we’ve developed things together. That’s the beauty of doing this type of project. I don’t think you can do anything on your own in life.”

PB: Has London influenced your collection?

YB: I love London. I live here and feel very attached to it. I can’t think of another capital city that has so much diversity of everything – bars, music, culture and wonderful surroundings. I live in Putney so I have Richmond Park on my doorstep.

To me that’s a huge inspiration. I couldn’t just live in a concrete jungle, I have to have nature around me all the time that’s what I’m constantly inspired by.”

PB: Putting your name on something is personal – you’re sharing something of yourself with other people. How do you

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CLASSIC DESIGN.

I love design in GENERAL

think your new collection shows your personality?

YB: Putting your name to anything is a really personal thing and you are laying bare your soul to some extent. It’s actually quite a liberating experience and a challenge and it’s a very good thing. I’m naturally a very shy person, so having to get over the idea of being judged and just wanting to express yourself in the hope that someone else is going to get what you’re after is actually a thoroughly enjoyable experience. And learning to compromise. Being part of a different kind of team has been a real education.

PB: What was the mood and inspiration behind your collection?

YB: I’m obsessed by classic cars. I have been for some time. I read classic car magazines from cover to cover. They are a big element in this collection. Part

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE of why I love classic cars is because I like classic design. I love design in general. You would never mistake one car for another, whereas now they all look similar. I love the whole idea of lady racers – at the beginning of motor racing there were a lot of women racing cars. Women enjoyed cars just as much as men and many of them were doing rallies all over Europe. I was really fascinated by the idea of women in that powerful, active, adventurous role. This collection has a real vintage feel to it. I love vintage clothes, vintage design. I love vintage car racing and that idea of the adventurous spirit and the adventurous woman who raced classic cars is behind this collection.

to me. That’s what developed the floral silk print design. It’s so much to do with coming upon the right thing at the right time.

PB: How did you choose the fabrics, colours and prints?

YB: There’s one fabric that I really wanted: a beautiful English herringbone tweed. To me it’s just gorgeous. It’s luxury. You could go out in the winter or the summer in it and it would keep you warm or keep you cool. It’s resilient yet still pure luxury. The English tweed came from that whole idea

PB: Are any of the pieces inspired by clothes you already own?

YB: There are always things when you’re looking at designing a collection. You cherry pick from all sorts of areas. You look back at your own wardrobe - things that really worked – whether it was a great colour or texture. Or maybe something you thought didn’t quite work and you want to revisit it. I went vintage shopping in the States and found a wonderful flower brooch that really spoke

I like BLURRING the BOUNDARIES of nightwear and DAYWEAR

I like the idea of blurring the boundaries of nightwear and daywear. I’ve walked around wearing pyjamas and nightdresses in the daytime forever. I think it’s an incredibly luxurious statement. I wasn’t really thinking of the woman I was designing for – I was really thinking of me. Completely selfish. I want every piece!”

of old racing suits and utility wear. Something that’s really practical but I wanted it to be luxurious as well, so it has an incredibly soft feel to it. Also the idea of the silk pyjama – that’s very much that 20s, 30s woman. She was very liberated and willing to take risks.”

Behind the scenes designing for Winser

PB: What type of woman are you designing for?

YB: My woman is definitely adventurous and slightly athletic and sporty – she is playful.

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PB: Are there pieces that your daughters will want to borrow?

YB: I know what they’ll be after – the silk pyjama pant and the striped jumper. I can imagine my daughters’ generation wearing that with their ripped jeans or a big circular skirt – quite crazy. I think there’s an element for every generation.”

PB: We know Simon loves clothes too – what does he think of your collection?

YB: I have a feeling that Simon expects me to make the YLB Herringbone Tweed Zip Jacket for him. It’s not a man’s collection at all but when I told him what I was doing he instantly leapt up and said “Oh great! Can you do one for me?”.  winserlondon.com

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CHOO CHOO To celebrate its 20th anniversary this year, Jimmy Choo has released a campaign that features supermodels of different ages and cultures including Amber Valletta and Jasmine Tookes (above) to model the AW16 collection.

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Leopard print, studs and mis-matched earrings top our shopping list this month Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

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All yarns are Italian – the finest cashmere – and the dyes are Iranian. Ancient techniques applied to tribal Gabbeh rugs are used to create organic colours with an irregularity in appearance that delivers a collage effect, making each piece unique. The dyes come from native plants and roots such as pomegranate skin; the yarns are hand-dyed and left to dry in the sun in Iran before being sent back to Italy for knitting. 'Each piece is as unique as the person wearing it,' says Delam founder Lili Di Michele. The colours are subtle yet rich – all intriguing shades named things

Each piece is as UNIQUE as the person wearing it like Sumac Red and Walnut Brown, while sweaters and cardigans come in stylish shapes. There are bell sleeves, various different cuffs, flattering hems and lots of feminine designs, all reworking the traditional sweater. Delam - meaning 'my heart' - promises to 'tell stories through colour' and these luxurious pieces will capture hearts in west London and beyond. u

Shape Shifters Rejina Pyo

London-based Rejina Pyo is a rising name to watch. Inspired by modern art and architecture, the AW16 collection features sculptural silhouettes, exaggerated sleeves, cuffs and collars, which perfectly encapsulates fashion’s current mood. rejinapyo.com

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7 BRAND TO KNOW

of the best

Attico

LEOPARD PRINT

Founded by Italian street-style stars Giorgia Tordini and Gilda Ambrosio, new lust-label Attico focuses on classic robes and slip dresses.

Sumptuous materials such as silk and velvet are richly embroidered and draped to create feminine, decadent pieces that can be worn from day to night. attico.com

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Studded ankle boots have long been a wardrobe staple, and with studs rife on the runways, we don’t see them going anywhere soon. The cutout heel detail on this pair gives a modern update.

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Forget about perfect pairings - this season it’s all about lots of piercings and tiny mismatched diamond earrings. No-one does it better than cult New York piercer Maria Tash, who now has permanent studio space in Liberty where she also sells her much revered fine jewllery.

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LOGO MANIA Saint Laurent

Anthony Vaccarello, the new creative director at Saint Laurent, has put the ‘Y’ back into YSL with a SS17 catwalk full of the original iconic logos. The new name and collection launches next spring, but you can get ahead of the rest with this monogram bag.

‘Kate Monogram’ embossed leather bag £1,140; mytheresa.com

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01. CHAN LUU Cashere & silk-blend scarf £190; net-a-porter.com 02. DRIES VAN NOTEN ‘Rolt’ Jacquard silk-blend coat £1,160; brownsfashion.com 03. EQUIPMENT Cashmere-blend sweater £310; farfetch.com 04. HILL & FRIENDS ‘Happy Satchel’ Calf hair bag £1,450; hillandfriends.com 05. STELLA MCCARTNEY Knitted skirt £580; mytheresa.com 06. SAINT LAURENT ‘Babies 90’ Calf hair ankle boots £845; mytheresa.com 07. KATE MOSS FOR EQUIPMENT ‘Avery’ Washed-silk pajama pants £360; net-a-porter.com

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THE VELVET TUX

Velvet is the defining fabric of the season, seen on everything from coats to ankle boots. Team this seriously strokable blazer with wide-leg velvet trousers for maximum impact.

RACIL 'Orion’Velvet jacket £680 DANIEL GREGORY NATALE Cotton shirt £340 ELLERY Crepe flared trousers £910; all available at Selfridges

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HOW TO BE IN FASHION THIS SEASON Slip dresses, mega knits, deconstructed tailoring and lots of velvet - here are the key hero pieces for winter 2016

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DECONSTRUCTED TAILORING Unusual shirting and mannish suiting: meet the ordinary basics with an extraordinary twist that you'll wear season after season.

JACQUES ‘La Double’ Wool-blend jacket and wide-leg trousers, COMME DES GARCONS Cotton shirt £250 JIL SANDER Leather flatform Derby shoes £495; all available at Selfridges

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THE SLIP DRESS

The 90s still reign supreme as the inspiration decade du jour, and nothing typifies the era's minimalist, devil-may-care attitude like the slip dress.

WALK OF SHAME Lace trim metallic slip dress £375 STELLA McCARTNEY Turtleneck knitted maxi dress £595; both available at Selfridges

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THE MEGA KNIT

Super-chunky yarns, slouchy fits and sleeves that cover your hands: this season's gigantic jumpers will make getting out of bed on a cold winter's morning that much easier.

TOGA Turtleneck wool jumper £370 JIL SANDER Brushed-jersey trousers £420; both available at Selfridges

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SAINT LAURENT Cropped velvet tuxedo jacket £1,680; mytheresa.com

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t started life as a market stall on Northcross Road and now mac&miller. has grown into in a beautifully styled pop-up womenswear boutique where visitors can find a pile of battered vintage Vogue’s to flick through whilst sipping a glass of bubbles at ‘Prosecco o’clock’ (rumoured to be between 3-4pm on Saturdays). The ambient and distinctive smell as you walk in comes courtesy of Soho House beauty brand Cowshed of which stylist and owner Katie Greengrass, is the only stockist south east of the river.

East Dulwich is a stylish community of young mums and fashion-conscious women, so Katie’s collection includes a carefully curated mix of high street labels, some of which can also be found stocked in Topshop and on ASOS, that appeal to all tastes as well as every single age, size and shape.

Stripe lurex polo, £36 Leatherette jeans, £22 Aviator biker, £99 all mac&miller.

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THE SERVICES OFFERED AT MAC&MILLER. INCLUDE:

 Appro for regular customers - harking back to Katie’s styling days where stores like Selfridges let their celebrity clientele take home clothes to try before they buy  Special Occasions - if someone needs the perfect outfit for a wedding or party, mac&miller. will gladly source some stylish suggestions  Free styling advice to all customers  Alterations

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Boutique shopping is a dying trade in the fashion industry in the UK and it is Katie’s dream to revive the scene by offering her customers high-quality, fashionable clothing at affordable prices.

Born and bred in East Dulwich, Katie Greengrass began her career in fashion as a stylist and costume designer for TV, film and the music industry. Her celebrity clients include Plan B, Alesha Dixon and Robbie Williams.

Katie’s commitment to providing a personal touch can be demonstrated by a polaroid wall in the shop dedicated to snaps of customers wearing her clothes. The future for mac&miller. is bigger, long-term premises in SE22, an extended collection and the introduction of menswear.

Stripe top £18 Check shirt £36 Choker, £8 all mac&miller.

Photography: Gavin Watson Stylist: Katie Greengrass Make up: Kym Menzies Foster Model: Talulah Bluebell Shot on location in East Dulwich

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Find your balance

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Ayurveda is an ancient medicine system focused on treating the root of health issues, not just the symptoms alone. There is no one-size fits all approach with Ayurveda; balance between body, mind and spirit is sought using a combination of Ayurvedic therapies, herbal remedies and diet recommendations for your individual constitution (dosha).

At Samsara Mind and Body we are passionate about helping people find balance, the natural way. We offer the following at our Wandsworth wellness centre.

Face & Body Treatments Including Shirodhara, Abhyanga, Udvartana, Basti therapies, Pinda Sveda

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WILD THING Dolce & Gabbana’s new collection, Wild About Fall, features greens, browns, golds and rose pinks, perfect for creating a vibrant, statement look in time for the party season. dolcegabbana.com

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his wellness studio offers consultations, yoga and pilates classes, meditation and holistic body treatments. I’m in for the Ayurveda body massage that promises to uncover the working on my mind and body. Created in ancient India, the Ayurveda therapist looks at and acts upon the subtle movement of energy and intelligence before creating a personalised plan that incorporating tools such as meditation, yoga, diet, massage, detoxification and herbal remedies to balance the body.

From a gentle movement over the fingertips, to a more rigorous shoulder massage, I can feel the tension moving out of my muscles.

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Rose water oil is used to improve lymph flow, stimulating the immune system and strengthening the nervous system.

In a deep state of relaxation, time stands still and all the worries of everyday life disappear. The relaxation doesn’t stop there.

At Samsara Mind and Body, the therapists express the importance of unwinding posttreatment, recommending a shower to clear the toxins released throughout the massage.

A wonderfully uplifting experience. ◆ ● S A M S A R A M I N D & B O DY 205 Merton Road, SW18, 020 8874 4500; samsaramindandbody.com

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Deep Water Chanel

The newest incarnation of Chanel N˚5 is Olivier Polge's own interpretation of the seminal scent, entitled N˚5 L’Eau. The campaign stars none other than the soon-to-be world famous progeny of Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis, Lily-Rose. The scent is young and fresh (like its 17 year old model), with notes of lemon, mandarin, orange and neroli. chanel.com

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FALL IN LOVE Guerlain

It’s that time of year again – the fall collections are hitting the shelves and we’re trying desperately not to clear them. At the top of our list this month is Guerlain’s new autumn range; think nude tones and gentle blush shades with just a hint of sparkle to take you all the way through to party season. guerlain.com

BEAUTY CONSCIOUS ILIA

This brand is everything a freefrom and ethical beauty obsessive could ever want. All products are synthetic preservative, filler and petrochemical free. We particularly love their all-in-one lip balm, gloss and lipstick. panachecosmetics.com

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AU NATUREL Nailberry

Following this autumn’s trend of warm neutrals, Nailberry’s new shades entitled L’Oxygéné are all variations on a theme. Of the three colours, the ballet pink and soft faun are the most versatile – expect to see them everywhere this winter. nailberry.co.uk

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JUNGLE FEVER S isle y Paris

Sisley just made nailing down your evening beauty regime simple with their new Tropical Resins collection.

Wash with the Gentle Cleansing Gel follow up with the Intensive Serum then hydrate with the Mattifying Moisturizing Skin Care. Repeat. sisley-paris.com

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DEDICATED TO DESIGNING AND FITTING AT THE BEST VALUE FOR MONEY GERMAN KITCHENS WITHOUT COMPROMISING QUALITY.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS ACQUA DI PARMA

Magnolia nobile eau de parfum spray, £108; selfridges.com

LIPSTICK QUEEN

Queen Bee Lip Treatment, £20; spacenk.com

BURBERRY

Shimmer Dust, £20; burberry.com

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Soleil bronzing powder, £50; selfridges.com

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Sun Beam, £19.50; benefitcosmetics.com

VICTORIA BECKHAM FOR ESTÉE LAUDER

Eye metals eyeshadow in Bitter Clove, £36; esteelauder.co.uk

OMOROVICZA Gold Flash Firming Serum, £130; spacenk.com PRADA SS16

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Palette in Legendary Muse, £38; charlottetilbury.com

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Razor sharp liquid eyeliner in Snakebite, £16; selfridges.com

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INSPIRE DESIGN COMPLETE

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HIP TO BE SQUARE Introduced as South London’s ‘new food, drink and music hub’, Flat Iron Square will consist of various foodie treats and hip hangouts including Where The Pancakes Are, The Bar from Flat Iron Square with wine and cocktails on tap, Burnt Lemon Bakery from Matt Dryden, pizza from Baz&Fred and so much more. flatironsquare.co.uk

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What to drink

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CONFIDENTIAL This month’s latest food news and delicious things in South West London W o r d s C AT H E R I N E H A L E S

A GREAT MATCH Wine and food pairings for the month ahead B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

VENISON TARTARE & CELERIAC REMOULADE ean and full-flavoured venison doesn’t need a gutsy red wine when served as a cold starter with tangy remoulade and an egg yolk. Far better is a lighter red like a Pinot Noir, and this one from the Loire Valley is glorious with red cherry flavours. Serve cool. ● Reverdy Sancerre Rouge Terre de Maimbray 2014, £14.88, Haynes Hanson & Clark; hhandc.co.uk

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PUMPKIN RAVIOLI & PARMESAN his is a case of pairing local with local – an Italian wine for an Italian dish. The sweetness of the pumpkin filling, especially if there is sage in the mix, is a beautiful match with a good quality, zesty dry Pecorino (the wine grape, not the cheese), which just happens to love lashings of tangy parmesan cheese too. ● Harvey Nichols Pecorino 2014, £12 harveynichols.com

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n indulgent tart with one the most classic winter fruits, this is about matching a wine with juicy date flesh and nuttiness.

There is no better (and no more underrated) match than a sweet and warming Madeira, with soothing caramelised nut flavours and a long-lasting mellow finish, just like this one. ● Henriques & Henriques Bual 15YO, £25 (50cl) thewinesociety.com

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Late Night Aquum

Clapham locals will be pleased to hear that one of South West London’s favourite bars has recently relaunched as late night drinking, dining and dancing destination. The new and improved Aquum will feature a fabulous Greek restaurant headed up by Head Chef Anastasios Tologlou, previously of Medlar and Dinner by Heston Blumenthal.

68-70 Clapham High Street, SW4; aquum.co.uk

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RAISING NG THE STEAKS A r l o’s

Arlo’s is the first restaurant from former L’Atelier des Chefs managing director Tom McNeile. Focusing on top quality steak, with a simple menu of grass-fed British beef from native breeds alongside a selection of homemade sides, sauces and seasonal salads, the primary cuts served are bavette and picanha, moving away from the more traditional sirloin, fillet, ribeye and rump.

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HAVE A BALL Belpassi Bros

The much-loved meatball truck, Belpassi Bros, from Spitalfields has found a permanent home in Tooting.

Livio and Lorenzo’s restaurant focuses on traditional Italian meatball recipes handed down from their father. Guests can build their own dish with a combo of different meatballs, bases and sauces.

70 Tooting High Street, SW17; belpassibros.com

RAW GINGER MARTINI Created by BLIXEN ◆ INGREDIENTS

Our London Vodka 50ml Lillet Blanc 15ml Martini Rosato 10ml Raw Ginger Juice Fresh Lemon Juice ◆ METHOD

In a mixing pint glass add vodka, Lillet Blanc and Rosato. Add ice and stir. Strain into a chilled cocktail coup that has been double rinsed with raw ginger juice. Squeeze the lemon twist over the cocktail and rub the edges of the glass with the twist. Add the twist to the glass for garnish.

CROATIAN CUISINE Ve n t u r i n

Introducing Venturin, London’s first authentic Dalmatian pop-up restaurant. Opening on 20 October it will feature a multiple awardwinning Croatian celebrity chef, coming to who will take guests on a culinary journey through Dalmatian historic traditional recipes adding a modern finesse. For tickets visit ventruin.co.uk

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SPIRIT of the Month

ince launching Haig Club in 2011, David Beckham’s whisky project seems to have gone from strength to strength. Now they have launched the more inexpensive (but no less tasty) Clubman, a single grain Scotch whisky designed to be drunk with a mixer. ◆ S

SWEET THING Prestat

Chocolatiers to the Royal Family, Prestat have now teamed up with the Natural History Museum to produce some beautiful packaged bars and boxes. Some of our favourites include the Chocolate Jewel Box and the Roasted Almond and Sea Salt Milk Chocolate.

From £3; nhmshop.co.uk £25; haigclub.com

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FOOD & DRINK / RESTAURANT REVIEWS BabaBooM Kebabs but not as you know them in SW11 Wo r d s E ly s i a Ag n e w

orget the regretful late night kebabs of your youth, Bababoom are taking the notoriously dirty snack back to its Middle Eastern roots. The trick is in the grilling, cooking their meat over hot charcoal coals, the smokey shish is nothing like the one you devour from your local grill at 2AM. First things first, my friend and I order a frozen margarita. After this, a tropical combination of Piquepoul and crisp sauvignon blanc arrives which we sip while browsing the menu. We choose to start with a sharing plate of the creamy homemade Baba’s hummus, served with raw vegetables and flatbread. Seriously moreish, our main courses arrive soon after we finish.

We order two dishes; the saffron and orange chicken shish and the lamb shoulder kebab are both served inside a freshly grilled Persian flatbread. The chicken is paired with coal-fire red peppers, Za’atar crisp Fattoush salad and a side of Merguez sausage so the result is sweet and spicy. The rotisserie lamb is cooked well, served with pomegranate onions and a side of grilled Mastelo cheese. We also ordered a side of smashed aubergine that was a little bit fiery so suited the fire grill concept well.

To seal the deal we enjoy Eve’s date caramel vodka. A smooth sweet shot with an alcoholic kick to cool the spicy palate down instantly.

Chatting to one of the owners, we found out that BabaBoom was just a little bit of fun between friends Ω something that resonates in the space itself. It’s a joyous, flavoursome and fiery new venture that you must check out. We really can’t wait to try the short-rib adana and pistachio flatbread next time... u

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Head chef Adam Byatt’s concept is simple Ω to serve great, seasonal and above all, delicious food.

From the moment we step inside, the elegant restaurant charms us with its sophisticated style. Nibbling on freshly baked bread, still warm from the oven, we choose our meals and pair it all with a wine recommended by our very knowledgable waiter, David.

We start things off with the crispy trotters with sauce gribiche and crackling salted pork with a succulent centre, soaked up in a mustard-based sauce. Next comes the ravioli of scallop and langoustine, served in a soup of wakame and oyster beignet.

For the mains, the sea bass arrives with confit fennel, roast onions, shrimps and basil. The substantial serving of fish is both light and flaky prompting my dinner date to claim it’s the best he’s ever tasted.

Meanwhile my breast of black leg chicken with truffled boudin blanc, sweetcorn and trompettes is experimental and delicious.

The roasted seaweed gnocchi with Westcombe ricotta, lemon and buttered sea vegetables is a surprisingly light dish that rounds off our savoury course perfectly.

For a sweet finish, I order the salted caramel custard tart which is a very contemporary twist on the old classic that reminds me of my childhood. My dinner dates enjoy the chocolate cremosa and the raspberry tartlet with aerated white chocolate and violet ice cream before the evening comes to a close with a coffee and a macaroon, a pleasant final touch.

For a special gastronomic experience in a relaxing atmosphere, treat yourself to an evening at Trinity where you will go on a truly exquisite journey of local produce, delicate flavours and silver service. u ● T R I N I T Y R E STAU R A N T

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30 Battersea Rise, SW11; bababoom.london

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We meet Adam Byatt, the man behind Clapham’s Trinity, Trinity Upstairs and Bistro Union Wo r d s E ly s i a A g n e w

ELYSIA AGNEW: How did break into the industry?

ADAM BYATT: I was fortunate enough to work at Claridges and The Square early on in my career. For differnt reasons, both were invaluable experiences that shaped me into the chef that I am today. Claridges and the then head chef John Williams, taught me how to work, organise and operate in a high-end kitchen. He taught me discipline and structure.

Phil Howard at The Square taught me to cook in a restaurant environment, to understand the seasons and how the restaurant business really works. I have a limited but meaningful CV. EA: Tell us about Thyme, your first venture in Clapham?

AB: Thyme was my first solo venture, people generally have more fond memories of it than me but there is no doubting that it was the start of my journey into being a restaurateur.

A bit like Upstairs, I changed the menu every day and it served small plates at very reasonable prices. But it was incredibly inconsistent and haphazard.

Upstairs is much more controlled and there is an enthusiasm that is new.

EA: How did Trinity come about?

AB: Quite naturally. I was ready to return to my roots in Clapham with a rejuvenated approach to fine dining.

When we started out, way back in 2006, our self-set mission was to serve

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great food. It had to be seasonal, inspirational and, above all, delicious. Now in our tenth year, our priorities have not changed.

We aim continuously to provide our guests with a memorable gastronomic experience. It could be a fine, cheerful lunch, or it might be a magnificent dinner to celebrate a special occasion.

I was ready to RETURN to my ROOTS in CLAPHAM with a rejuvenated APPROACH TO FINE DINING

EA: How do you balance your time between the three restaurants in Clapham?

AB: That’s a very good question! I tend to divide my week up equally between the restaurants, but as with so many things, there never seems to be enough time in the day.

Much of what has enabled all of the restaurants to thrive is our team and their incredible commitment throughout the years.

There are a lot of great people who have been with me since the very beginning. Together we form an opinion of what the restaurants should stand for, what their goals are, what their culture feels like, and what the restaurants feel like as a dining experience.

EA: How do your diners differ in each of the restaurants?

AB: I thinks it’s less a matter of how the guests themselves differ than it is a case of how their dining experience differs. We are fortunate enough to have a wonderful

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FOOD & DRINK / PROFILE local following and tend to see our guests at each of our restaurants on different occasions. I like to think of Trinity as the restaurant for special celebrations, while Upstairs is the kind of casual food that I like to eat and Bistro Union as an extension of the food that I cook at home.

Each of the three experiences offers something personal to our guests, albeit in different ways.

EA: You change your menus on a regular basis, particularly at Upstairs where the options can change daily. Where do you get your inspiration from?

AB: I have a large back catalogue of recipes to draw from, a very definitive style and I think that, after so many years, I have a deep understanding of what it is our guests expect from our food at Trinity. Overall it’s the seasons that inspire the dishes both at Trinity and Upstairs. I love taking a single impeccable in-season ingredient to make it sing and bring joy to our customers. I also eat out a lot which is great for making meo remember a technique or dish that I may not have used for a while.

EA: What is your favourite season to work in in terms of produce and menu inspiration?

AB: It goes without saying that every season has some incredible offerings, although late summer through to autumn brings us into the heart of game season which is one of my favourite times of year.

I always find myself anticipating the incredible variation of birds and

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flavour, and the different methods of cookery required to get the best out of them. We celebrate that choice and variety on our menus during game season, as much of the rest of the year can be pretty limiting protein-wise.

EA: Your favourite dish?

AB: My favourite dish is never stationary, it changes from day-to-day and seasonto-season. Right now at Trinity, our salt caramel custard tart has proven to hit a chord with our guests. For many of us with fond memories of traditional custard tarts, this is a very approachable dish in concept. I absolutely love a good twist on a classic pudding and for me, this salt caramel custard tart just hits the spot. u 4 The Polygon Clapham, SW4, 020 7622 1199; trinityrestaurant.co.uk

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P r e pa r ati o n Turn the oven on to 130°C/110°C fan/gas ½. Take a shallow roasting tray that is big enough to hold six 150ml coffee cups. Pour cold water into the tray until half full, then place the tray in the oven for the water to heat up.

M E TH O D 1 Put the egg yolks, espresso and sugar into a bowl and mix together well with a wooden spoon. 2 Bring the cream to the boil in a saucepan over a high heat. Pour the cream over the espresso mix and stir well.

Pass this mix through a fine sieve and pour into a jug. 3 Pour the mix into the coffee cups, filling them three-quarters full. Place the cups in the tray in the oven and cook for 40 minutes. Test them by shaking the tray gently, the cream should be nearly set with a slight wobble. Remove from the oven and allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least an hour until firm. 4 Meanwhile, make the milk foam. Soak the gelatine leaves in a bowl of cold water until they are soft, about 10 minutes. Bring the milk and sugar to the boil in a pan. Lift out and squeeze the leaves, then add them to the milk and stir until dissolved. Pour the milk into a siphon canister (the same contraption used to whip cream in high-street coffee shops), screw the lid on and place the canister in the fridge. Leave for an hour to allow the gelatine to set. 5 When you are ready to serve, remove the chilled creams from the fridge and sprinkle the tops with icing sugar.

Using a blow touch or a hot grill, burn the sugar evenly until dark brown. Allow to cool for 2 minutes. 6 Now check that the lid of the siphon canister is screwed on tightly, charge it with 2 gas cartridges and shake well. Gently squeeze the trigger to form a small ball of foam over the brûlées. Grate chocolate over the foam and serve straight away, with cookies.

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hen the snow falls she’s found in St Moritz, with the others of the jet set,’ croons Peter Sarsdedt in the 60s classic ‘Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)’. The jet set may have been superseded by the private jet set but the song was right about the glamour of St Moritz – and by the way, say 'Saint' not 'San'. It is still the destination chosen by the beautiful people and is in fact enjoying a new burst of popularity among London’s jeunesse dorée, whose mothers were only babies when Brigitte Bardot was married to Gunther Sachs. It was this German-born industrialist, photographer and sportsman who fell in love with the place and launched the exclusive clubs that made a small village in the Engadine Valley the place to be. But the British love affair with St Moritz goes back even further than the 1960s, to the early days of winter sports. It is home to the Cresta Run, a private tobogganing club, where men (and it is only men except for the last day of the season) hurl themselves down a terrifyingly steep ice track on a ‘skeleton’, hardly

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more than a tin tray, round legendary bends like Shuttlecock, at up to 80 miles per hour. While the more cosmopolitan members wear modern techno kit, some more traditional Brits can still be seen in tweeds. Toboggans are very much part of the St Moritz experience and while the Cresta is a private club, both bobsleighing and sledging can be organised. Slide all the way down to Celerina, the next village, and come back up by train.

Not having access to a jet, private or otherwise, I arrived by train but this is a memorable experience in itself. Clean and punctual, Swiss trains are the eighth wonder of the world and the steep, narrowgage line, dating from 1903, which carries the Glacier Express actually climbs through a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, under 55 tunnels and over 196 bridges. On the platform at St Moritz I am met by a smiling liveried chauffeur, who grabs my bag and whisks me up to the Carlton Hotel, on the mountainside above the station, with a view to the lake – frozen so hard in winter that they have polo and horse racing there as well as a gourmet food festival.

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too much trouble. The Swiss just understand how to do hotels and although the Carlton is a far grander place, it has many of the same virtues – just scaled up. It is welcoming and service is personal, friendly and somehow totally reassuring. Built in 1913, it has been comprehensively updated to include all the facilities of a contemporary luxury hotel without losing any of its atmosphere. The 60 rooms are all suites with lake views. It closes in summer, allowing everything to be maintained immaculately and the focus to be

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fully on being the best for winter. Everything has been thought through. Ski passes appear as if by magic. Staff patiently allow you to try on as many boots as you like before you set off from a basement ski room that seamlessly connects you with the shuttle bus which will run you to the lift and bring you back whenever you wish. There is absolutely no struggling along carrying your own skis.

Neither of the two major ski areas, Corviglia and Corvatsch, is overcrowded.

St Moritz has so much to offer the non-skier that mere skiing is sometimes overlooked, but there is a variety of runs, open sunny bowls and good lifts, plus the famously intoxicating ‘champagne air’ of the Engadine Valley. It has hosted the Winter Olympics in the past and in February 2017 the World Championships will be held there.

There is a seductive spa at the Carlton, with a huge range of specialised treatments.

Its signature offering combines five elements: facial massage, reflexology, lymphatic, hot stone and aromatherapy.

The 75-minute massage is delivered in a light and spacious room, wittily designed by the Italian architect Carlo Rampazzi, who is responsible for revamping the hotel, in sea blues and greens.

A short walk from the hotel into the centre of the village takes you to Via Serlas, the Rodeo Drive or Bond Street of St Moritz. Cartier, Harry Winston, Bulgari,

Gucci and Prada all have flagship stores, while Trois Pommes stocks Jil Sander, Tod and many other international fashion labels under one roof.

In terms of dining, the Carlton prides itself on its food, both Swiss and more local Engadine specialities, including wines, at Romanoff, the large, high-ceilinged dining room, where they also offer glorious breakfasts. On the floor below is fine-dining option Da Vittorio, an offshoot of chefs Roberto and Enrico Cerea’s threestar Da Vittorio in Brusaporto, which itself has one very well-deserved Michelin star.

Try the tasting menu.

There is plenty of nightlife in St Moritz and the ever-helpful concierge can of course recommend and organise things, but there is a spacious and relaxed bar

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just outside Romanoff with an open fire.

The temptation to remain wrapped in the Carlton cocoon, perhaps sipping Napoleon brandy like the girl in the song, is hard to resist. I am afraid my answer to ‘Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)’ is to bed for a blissful night’s sleep. 

 Carlton Hotel St. Moritz has rooms available from €900 per night, based on two adults sharing a Junior Suite on a B&B basis, including CHF 100 food and beverage credit per adult per day, service charge and VAT. carlton-stmoritz.ch  Switzerland Tourism For more information visit MySwitzerland.com or call the Switzerland Travel Centre on 00800 100 200 30  Swiss International Air Lines SWISS offers up to 115 weekly flights from London Heathrow, London City, Birmingham and Manchester to Zurich. swiss.com  Swiss Travel System The Swiss Transfer Ticket covers a round-trip between the airport/Swiss border and your destination. swisstravelsystem.co.uk

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hen you want to spend a night in central London there’s a plethora of great hotels to choose from. While Flemings is one of many, it first opened its doors in 1851 so has worked hard to keep its space in this exclusive part of town. A wonderful 165 years, and a cool £15M refurb later, it remains a modern but cozy hotel.

We stayed in the newly designed studio suite apartment. With gold accents and rich fabrics, it’s a swanky 1930s inspired space separated into three sections: bedroom, bathroom and living room. It’s far more spacious and comfortable than a simple hotel room.

Within 10 minutes we discovered the honesty gin bar designed by Distilled authors Joel Harrison and Neil Ridley.

Using the equipment and recipe cards provided, we concocted our drinks before sitting on our small patio outside.

Surprisingly quiet, we felt as though we were a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of inner city life.

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onveniently located on a quiet street, just three minutes away from Green Park underground, Flemings is perfect for those wanting to stay in Zone 1 without the noise of the city disrupting your sleep. Just 10 minutes walk away from the hotel is Buckingham Palace Ω head there before breakfast to see it without hoards of tourists in the way Ω and Regent Street so you can pop into the world’s best designer stores including Burberry, Agent Provocateur and Fendi. Our favourite place to explore, however, was Shepherd Market. Just two minutes walk from the hotel, we strolled the quaint streets, exploring the boutique shops, restaurants and Victorian pubs before heading out for dinner.

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ews of Mayfair (pictured top right) is well worth a visit.

Tucked away in a small but historic cobbled courtyard, the four floor, 18th Century mews house holds a lounge, cocktail bar, brasserie and private dining room. Here we ate tender scallops to start and Cornish seabass with leeks, celeriac and peanut to follow. Both were cooked to perfection so the meat was plump and full of flavour. Finishing up with an entire round of banoffee cheesecake Ω doused in the most incredible dulce de leche Ω we rolled back to the hotel on a complete food high.

THE DAMAGE Suite prices start at £540 plus VAT per night with breakfast included.

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A. Andreassen  These ‘Little Darling’ slippers are inspired by traditional Norwegian Christmas ornaments and come in soft leather and cosy felt – tiny toes are sure to love them. 

Quenotte  The perfect piece for girls who like their pink with a side-serving of sass, this liquidsheen lamé skirt should be on every mini hipster’s Christmas wishlist. Quenotte’s French style for ages two to 14 is vintageinspired and quirky. 

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ooking for your little one’s next great gift? Allow us to introduce Hong Kong-based Huzi Design.

This studio-cum-online boutique specialises in clever gifts and innovative toys with a minimalist aesthetic from the infinity pillow, which can be contorted into a variety of comfy sleeping positions to table tennis paddles that double as fun masks. The best of the bunch, however, has to be the Huzi ‘Mixed Animal’, a clever plush toy that comes with swappable sets of animal limbs and features. Simply assemble it according to your whims by way of invisibly embedded magnets.

Kids will love designing their own fantastic creatures, replete with shells, horns, antlers, tails and trunks. They may even have to wrestle the beasts away from their intrigued parents... still, our winged rhino-badger went down a treat. 

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FIND THE RIGHT ANSWERS The Independent Schools Show is the UK’s largest school open day. With more than 200 of the country’s leading nurseries, pre-preps, senior schools and sixthform colleges, it is the ultimate forum for parents to meet the biggest names in British education under one roof. Come to Battersea Park on 12 and 13 November to get all your education questions answered

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he Independent Schools Show is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year. That’s ten years of helping thousands of parents find the right school for their child.

Come and meet key admissions staff and receive advice on fundamental questions such as how to navigate the London system, when to start tuition, how to win a scholarship, what the options are for children with special educational needs, and whether or not boarding school is the answer.

There is also the chance to attend a number of talks at the renowned Education Theatre, where the UK’s top heads and brightest thinkers will address some of the most important issues in schools right now.

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KIDS & EDUCATION / SCHOOLS SHOW EDUCATION THEATRE TALKS INCLUDE The changing face of independent education PATRICK DERHAM Head Master of Westminster School

ADAM PETTITT Head of Highgate School

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Moving your child between state and independent schools RALPH LUCAS Editor of The Good Schools Guide

KEITH BUDGE Headmaster of Bedales

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Action For Happiness SIR ANTHONY SELDON Vice-Chancellor of the University of Buckingham

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How to choose the right school BARNABY LENON Chairman of the Independent Schools Council

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How to navigate the 11+ and 13+ systems BEN THOMAS Headmaster of Thomas’s Battersea

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Starting out in London NICK BAKER

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DR SARAH WYNICK Head of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

LAVERNE ANTROBUS Consultant Child and Educational Psychologist

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Scholarships and bursaries answered SUSAN HAMLYN Director of The Good Schools Guide Education Consultants

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Unlocking the answers The Independent Schools Show is the ultimate forum for parents to meet the biggest names in British education.

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Moving on up Transition to senior school is hard for many children, but a new study finds that teething problems can linger on...

Wo r d s A m a n d a C o n s ta n c e

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t is something quite depressingly familiar to many parents of teens.

In Years 4, 5 and 6, you have a cheery, enthusiastic, bouncy child who wants to do everything at school. Choir, football, drama, drumming, dance, gardening, reading, chess, gymnastics, orchestra, swimming – you name it, they want to do it.

And then they start senior school and before you know it the apple of your eye is a slumping morass of negative energy, too enervated by life to do much more than grunt (boys) or throw a hissy fit about something entirely inconsequential (girls). Until now, much of this change has been blamed on hormones, but a new study reveals there may be more to it than that.

It has long been known that the transition to senior school is a difficult one. Parents quite naturally think children who aren’t settling easily are having ‘teething problems’ and assume these will subside after a term or two. Most do, but what if they don’t? A new study shows that for a significant minority of students, problems can be long term and, perhaps surprisingly, that these problems can be more defined in Year 9 than Year 7.

According to research from GL Assessment which was based on data from almost 32,000 students, children’s generally positive attitudes to school not only decline once they move to secondary, but keep on falling for two or three years afterwards.

These problems are not necessarily academic, but can be about confidence, boredom, friendship groups or quite simply their attitude to the school and their teachers. With all available research suggesting that a pupil’s attitude plays a vital role in his or her academic achievement, it is therefore important that these problems are nipped in the bud.

Previously positive ATTITUDES to school DECLINE once children MOVE TO SECONDARY

The proportion of children who feel good about school declines from 94 per cent in Year 3 to 84 per cent in Year 9. Positive attitudes towards teachers fall from 93 to 84 per cent and towards attendance from 90 to 82 per cent over the same period. The biggest declines in all these factors occur after Year 7 and not before. The study also records an increase in students who say they are bored between Year 3 and Year 9, the number of children who say they like their

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teacher falls 10 percentage points between Years 3 and 9. That might not be a huge number, but that equates to some 70,000 students in each year group who have a much more negative perception of teachers.

Different schools will obviously face different issues. At Latymer Upper in west London, pupils come from a wide range of social backgrounds. Catriona SutherlandHawes, director of admissions at the school, says: “Moving to secondary school can be a challenge for children, particularly for those coming from a smaller school environment.

They will worry about making friends, what others will think about them, whether they can keep up with the work. But it is in fact the same for all children, regardless of where they are joining from and Senior Schools will put huge efforts – not obvious to the children – into helping everyone settle in, no matter their background.”

Boarding schools have their own set of challenges. Susan Hamlyn, the Director of the Good School’s Guide Advice Service says: “I imagine it can be tricky in the second and third years, especially in boarding schools. Often, children come up with others from the same prep but then, after the first year, they are sometimes separated and the less socially confident ones can feel a bit lost without friends they’ve had since Reception. Also, year 8 is the year, for girls in particular, making rapid and intense friendships and then having spectacular fall-outs and that, again in a boarding school, can create ripples through a house or class. Sensitive house parents see these kinds of things coming and handle such marriages and divorces with tact and sensitivity.”

But whether it is housemasters or heads of year or pastoral care, what this study clearly shows is the importance of making sure pupils are truly settled at school, even if that is as late as Year 9. ◆

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Royal Victoria Patriotic Building, SW18 ÂŁ1,750,000 A spacious and unique four-bedroom home with off-street parking, located moments from Wandsworth Common. EPC=G Battersea Sales: 020 7228 9292 sales.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

Priory Grove, SW8 ÂŁ1,290,000 A stylish four-bedroom property with a private garden, set within a unique Victorian conversion. Freehold. EPC=C Clapham Sales: 020 7501 3666 sales.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Clapham Common West Side, SW4 ÂŁ895 per week A beautifully presented four-bedroom Victorian house overlooking Clapham Common. EPC=E Battersea Lettings: 020 7228 9292 lets.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

Lexton Gardens, SW12 ÂŁ850 per week A spacious Victorian property with five double bedrooms and three bathrooms, located close to Tooting Common. EPC=D Balham Lettings: 020 8673 4377 lets.bal@marshandparsons.co.uk

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We ended up renting it to a footballer.

ewly built within the grounds of a restored 19th Century church, this spectacular home benefits from a high degree of privacy, and incorporates a central courtyard enveloped by the house, creating a three-storey atrium which fills the rooms with natural light.

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was once told that you know that you are getting old when you groan while bending down to pick something up. I guess, as I now groan when I bend down (and on the way back up again) that I am perceivably on the more mature side. With age, however, comes experience and as I enter into my third decade as an estate agent, I have experienced the highs and lows of the market and can offer my clients straightforward and honest advice.

I have seen some great ups and downs during my time, from interest rates at an eye watering 15% and the term negative equity arriving in the 90s; the boom period of the early 00s with the start of buy-to-let and the birth of property development as a career; the financial crisis of 2008/2009; the upturn through 2010 – 2014 to today with the current market spoiler ‘Brexit’.

Through all my time selling properties one thing has remained constant and that is the ability for good estate agents to rise to the occasion. For me this starts with the way I treat my customers. It is well known that the estate agent

My job is very much to care for each customer’s own individual needs and to matchmake

works for the seller, as they are the one who pays their fee, so I always put their best interest first.

We should not however, forget our buyers and give them the same excellent customer service.

It is in my experience, especially in my last ten years working in Southfields, that the goal of my client is the same as that of my buyer. We work in a service industry and as such we are here to provide the very best environment for the seller and buyer to move on to the next chapter of their lives.

With these changing market environments there is constant reference to sellers markets or buyer markets, price increases and value falls. In short, people sell their property for a reason and are committed to starting their next chapter, buyers also

want to move to and commence theirs. My job is very much to care for each customer’s own individual needs and to matchmake, the right buyer with the right seller and help them through the difficult and convoluted process of a property transaction. Agreeing a sale is often the easiest part of a transaction, getting to the stage of completion of contracts takes skill, patience and diplomacy.

Southfields has always been a great community and as we find ourselves becoming referred to as a village, I have always been very proud of this strong network that exists between the residents here.

As a huge family area I am often found saying “I am only as good as my reputation at the school gates”.

The foundation of my success and that of John D Wood & Co. in Southfields is built on the excellent customer service and professionalism we deliver which translates into referrals and testimonials. These are hard earned, but crucial to our success as is our passion and knowledge of the area. We are very proud to have so many great reviews from our customers and buyers. Customer satisfaction you may say. u

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Buckhold Road, Wandsworth SW18

Guide Price ÂŁ850,000 Leasehold

An immaculately presented four bedroom, three bathroom modern apartment situated in the popular "Filaments" development in Wandsworth.

Finished to a high specification throughout, this beautiful home is a fantastic example of modern London living and has the added benefits of a 24 hour concierge service, secure underground parking and lift access. The accommodation comprises entrance hallway with ample storage, four large bedrooms (two with stunning en suite shower rooms), a further family bathroom, and an open plan kitchen/reception room with direct access to the private balcony all perfect for entertaining guests. EPC EER B. Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

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Elsley Road, Battersea SW11

ÂŁ1,000,000 Freehold

Superbly presented two double bedroom terrace home located in the sought after Shaftesbury Estate in Battersea, SW11. Transport links are found at Clapham Junction or at Queenstown Road for fast and direct access to Central London and beyond. A number of bus routes serve the area and the green and open spaces of Battersea Park are just a short walk away. Having undergone a substantial refurbishment this stylish home boasts a large kitchen/breakfast room having been extended on the ground floor. There is further scope to extend into the loft STPP. Further benefits include wood floors, gas central heating and outbuilding/home office. EPC EER E. Battersea Sales: 020 7978 5800

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GLYCENA ROAD, BATTERSEA A split level period garden flat in great decorative order and in a fantastic location close to Clapham Junction station, The property is offered to the market chain free and with vacant possession. EPC = D.

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LUMIERE APARTMENTS, BATTERSEA Converted grade ll listed building.

This modern apartment is in fantastic condition throughout is a short walk from the bars and restaurants of St. John’s Hill and the trendy Northcote Road. EPC = B.

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PUTNEY COMMON, BATTERSEA Modern and stylish three bedroom house with high specification finish throughout with stunning views over Putney Common. Available from mid October. EPC = C.

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ELSPETH ROAD, BATTERSEA Well presented split-level conversion flat with private rear garden and in a fantastic location just off Clapham Common. Available mid-October.

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

LONDON’S GRAND DESIGNS STAR

ome people might use a stair-lift to get from one floor to the other, but Kew House has a fun slide to get its owners downstairs super-quick. This modern home – one of the finalists in Grand Designs: House of the Year in 2015 – has a huge basement which includes a children’s play area that you can get down to on stairs or a wooden slide.

The site was originally a bunch of derelict garages before it was bought by award-winning structural engineer Tim Lucas six years ago for £400,000.

The site’s transformation into a dream home now on the market for £3.8 million with The Modern House was featured on Channel 4’s Grand Designs in November 2015, and was also shortlisted for a Royal Institute of British Architects’ award, handed out each year to the best new house designed by an architect in the UK. Set behind the façade of a Victorian stable, it has two gabled wings around a central courtyard.

The property is covered with prefabricated steel, studded with holes to mimic the effect of dappled light through the branches of trees.

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Ellis. She employed innovative ways to find the next generation of catwalk models. This included a deal with Topshop to use their stores to scout for talent. Fiona was famous as the person who discovered supermodel Erin O’Connor, although Ellis has also worked with Claudia Schiffer, Helena Christensen and Elizabeth Hurley.

But it’s clearly time to move on.

Ellis’s home in Ascot is now up for sale. The property has been remodelled in her somewhat unusual style and includes a leopard-print clad toilet and ceilings covered in crocodile embossed wallpaper. It’s a two bedroom flat on Spring Grove in Ascot and is being sold for £1.1 million.

Savills, Sunningdale 01344 626 162

Hitchcock had a lot to thank the capital for; he directed over 20 films here DIAL M FOR MAISONETTE?

lfred Hitchcock has been dead for nearly 40 years but his reputation as one of the world’s greatest film directors survives very much intact.

But the cigar-chomping mogul was not always grateful for his early years spent working in London, where he established himself before moving to Hollywood in 1939. The Dial M for Murder director once said that in London “the sky was always grey, the rain was grey, the mud was grey and I was grey”. Hitchcock had a lot to thank the capital for; he directed over 20 films here, using familiar backdrops such as Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus.

But who could blame him for preferring the Californian sun, where he worked with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars including Janet Leigh. While living in Los Angeles Hitchcock developed a taste for grand residences and eventually bought a seven-bedroom colonialstyle mansion in Bel Air. But when living in London his home was much more modest. From 1926 until 1939 he lived in a shabby maisonette flat

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HOME TO A SUPERMODEL SCOUT

ave you ever wondered how young women are picked out of the crowd to become the next Kate Moss or Naomi Campbell?

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In the 60s, cast members rehearsed at a pub on Reckitt Road, Chiswick at 153 Cromwell Road in Kensington complete with threadbare carpets and wonky furniture. The property is still made up of flats including a two bedroom top floor one, which is now up for sale at £750,000.

Foxtons 020 3728 2000

THE PATH THAT LEADS TO WISDOM

ven as his life entered its twilight years, comedian and film star Norman Wisdom kept the jokes coming, quipping that “as you get older three things happen – the first is your memory goes, and I

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In 1915 Wisdom was born in London into a poor family and at the age of 25 ran away to join the army.

After surviving the war, Wisdom’s talents for comic entertainment were spotted and by 31 he was a professional entertainer and soon after, a film star and comedian. His most famous character was Norman Pitkin, an incompetent junior employee to boss ‘Mr Grimsdale’ in a variety of different settings, which won Wisdom fans all over the world including, most improbably, Albania.

His childhood home is now for sale. It’s at 91 Fernhead Road in Maida Vale where the Wisdom family lived during the 1920s. Norman, his brother Fred and their parents, lived in a single room. The one bedroom apartment is now on the market for £449,000.

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IS IT LIKE A TARDIS INSIDE?

hen Dr Who launched during the 1960s there were fears that a science fiction drama wouldn’t be popular and the first episode was discreetly advertised in the Radio Times.

But, despite an opening night that clashed with coverage of the JFK assassination, Doctor Who was a hit, and half a century later there’s still great excitement. It’s just been announced that this year’s festive outing will feature a guest companion, ahead of next year’s new series.

In the 60s, cast members rehearsed at a pub on Reckitt Road, Chiswick, which was later converted into houses. One of them, with three large bedrooms is on the market for £1.75m. Agent Dexters reckons it’s in excellent condition with large first floor south-facing double height reception room, courtyard garden and balcony.

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Guide price: £5,750,000

Murray Road, Wimbledon Village SW19 A beautiful family house built to an exacting standard, located in one of the village's premier roads. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/dining/family room, gym/bedroom 7, WC, utility, garden, off street parking. EPC: B. Approximately 517.6 sq m (5,572 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Kingston hill, Kingston-upon-Thames KT2 A magnificent house, built by Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig, with landscaped gardens.

7 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 1 bedroom annexe, 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, indoor swimming pool, garage with parking. EPC: E. Approximately 851.4 sq m (9,165 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Guide price: £7,500,000

Highbury Road, Wimbledon SW19 A stunning newly built house in a sought after village road. 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, drawing room, kitchen/family room, study, media room, gym, utility, 2 WCs, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC: C. Approximately 626.1 sq m (6,740 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Coombe Hill Road, Coombe KT2 A beautifully presented family house in the renowned Coombe Hill Estate. 7 bedrooms, 7 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, study, kitchen/family room, swimming pool, gym, 1 bedroom annexe, 3 car garage, off street parking. EPC: B. Approximately 1,167.9 sq m (12,571 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8022 1358

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Victorian Heights, Thackeray Road SW8 A 2 bedroom split level apartment with a private garden and parking Located in this popular secure gated school conversion, the apartment benefits from exceptional ceiling heights with floor to ceiling windows and is flooded with natural light. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom, second bedroom, guest bathroom, kitchen/dining/reception room, mezzanine/study, garden.

EPC: D. Approximately 138 sq m (1,485 sq ft).

Leasehold: approximately 983 years remaining

Guide price: £1,200,000

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Ramsden Road, Wandsworth SW12 Located in the Nightingale Triangle A handsome double fronted period house of substantial proportions with off street parking. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), 3 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, conservatory, utility room, cellar, downstairs cloakroom, large garden, off street parking. EPC: F. Approximately: 338 sq m (3641 sq ft) including eaves storage & restricted height area.

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LETTINGS London’s Finest Assets

PUTNEY WHARF TOWER

SW15

£2,999 PCM

beautiful two bedroom A apartment in the Putney Wharf Tower with large patio and stunning views of the river. This property offers contemporary living and entertaining space with panoramic views and comprises a bright reception room with doors to the balcony, and a modern, fully fitted kitchen. There are two double bedrooms and en suite bathroom, as well as a further family bathroom. u  Marsh & Parsons Barnes, 020 8563 8333; marshandparsons.co.uk

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bathroom. A further five bedrooms are spread across the first and second floors all benefiting from custom-built wardrobes as well as a laundry room with washer/dryer. u  Knight Frank Clapham, 020 8022 6118; knightfrank.co.uk

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his stunning six bedroom Victorian double fronted house has been recently refurbished to the highest standard.

Positioned on one of the Heaver Estate’s most desirable roads, the property comprises an expansive open plan kitchena with a walk-in pantry. At the front of the property are two formal reception rooms and an oak panelled staircase leading to the first floor featuring a master bedroom and en suite

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n immaculately presented family home offering fantastic living and entertaining space on one of the premier roads in Abbeville Village. This stunning house benefits from off street parking and a

south-east facing garden. The property further benefits from a self-contained studio at the rear of the garden that boasts a kitchenette and shower room.

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STREATHAM’S HOTTEST NEW ADDRESS A stunning collection of studios, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments

Introducing London Square Streatham Hill, a smart development of studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom apartments, located within a few minutes’ walk of shops, cafés, restaurants and Streatham Hill Station, where you can reach London Victoria in as little as 17 minutes. Designed for the fashionable SW2 lifestyle, apartments boast light and spacious open plan living areas and are situated around private landscaped gardens, with the added benefit of a concierge, gym and parking.

One bedroom apartments from £425,000 To organise your viewing appointment call 0333 666 2131 The Sales Suite, 142-170 Streatham Hill, London SW2 4RU

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET PRIME

PURCHASE London’s Finest Assets

SCHUBERT ROAD

 SW15

£649,950

beautifully refurbished two bedroom ground floor period apartment with private garden in East Putney. The accommodation comprises an entrance hall with built in storage, master bedroom with en suite shower room, further bedroom, luxury bathroom and a stunning reception room with dining area and open plan kitchen.

The property is in a popular road located close to the shops, bars, cafes and restaurants of both Putney High Street and Wandsworth Town Centre and is a short stroll to the green open spaces of Wandsworth Park where locals can enjoy a relaxing riverside walk. u  Lauristons Putney, 020 8012 3458; lauristons.com

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room currently used as a further living room but would make for a wonderful master bedroom. Two further bedrooms feature on the second floor. u  Chestertons Wandsworth, 020 8104 7530; chestertons.com

 SW18

£1,395,000

his family home has many original features and is arranged to allow for flexible living. The entrance hall leads to two reception rooms both with original Victorian fireplaces. A small set of stairs leads to a further reception/dining room which has an adjacent separate kitchen. On the first landing there is a bedroom with separate WC and bathroom, up on the first floor a large double

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WARREN ROAD

 SW19

£1,200,000

his property on Warren Road is a simply exquisite and exceptional example of a stunning five bedroom period family house in the area. The property has been sympathetically and tastefully refurbished to an incredibly

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high standard throughout and offers incredibly elegant living spaces. Offering in excess of 1,800 sq ft of beautifully laid out accommodation arranged over three floors, this house situated on a sought-after residential street on the

periphery of Tooting Broadway further benefs from ornate cornicing and a majestic kitchen⁄dining area, perfect for entertaining guests. u  KFH Tooting, 020 3792 4545; kfh.co.uk

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Show Apartment Now Open View by appointment only The new Show Apartment at 100 Putney Common showcases the beautiful design and specification of just 24 unique one, two & three bedroom apartments.

Finished to the highest of contemporary specifications, the development is situated in an enviable location on the borders of Putney & Barnes immediately adjacent to Putney Lower Common.

Each interior designed apartment will feature a private balcony and/or terrace and comes fully equipped with underfloor heating, integrated kitchen, contemporary flooring and Kartell by Laufen bathrooms. Secure underground parking will also be available to selected apartments.

(FORMER PUTNEY HOSPITAL SITE) LOWER RICHMOND ROAD LONDON • SW15

1 bedroom apartments from

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£775,000

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Call now to book your appointment: 020 8876 4567 • Visit: 100putneycommon.co.uk

Photography of Show Apartment at 100 Putney Common.

Prices correct at time of print.

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PROPERTY / BASEMENTS Traffic management and pavement access can be a crucial part of obtaining planning permission for a basement conversion

NIGEL LEWIS

GOING UNDERGROUND Londoners are digging deep for space.

But how difficult are basement conversions to complete?

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asement conversions in on each conversion. This is fast reducing London are at an all-time the number of high-profile basement high as homeowners conversions being completed, including expand their homes rather those undertaken by Foxtons founder Jon than move and face a Hunt, composer Andrew Lloyd-Webber, substantial Stamp Duty bill. actress Nicole Kidman and oligarch Roman Despite increased planning restrictions, Abramovich, many of whom have added up the number of applications to convert to four storeys underneath their houses. basements has doubled over the past two “A lot of the councils are tightening up years which, as builder Billy Heyman of the planning process to try and create as BTL Properties explains, is not surprising. many barriers as possible,” says Simon “It’s a no-brainer, really,” he says. “Our Haycock of Michaelis Boyd Associates. But typical customer is living in a £2m house the second type of basement conversion but to move up the ladder locally usually continues to boom. These are the onerequires a spend of £3.5 plus a Stamp Duty and agent fee bill A basement conversion of a John Nash designed of nearly £400,000.”

Grade II listed house in Park Village West off Albany Street in Regent’s Park by Hampstead by Belsize The cost of a basement Architects (020 7482 4420) is much less than that. But getting permission for a basement conversion is getting more difficult as many London borough planning departments crack down on the more ambitious projects.

This year Westminster established a ‘sub squad’ team to process complaints about basement conversions, and introduced a tax to be levied

storey dig-downs that are easy to spot outside a home. Usually, an electric conveyor pokes out of a downstairs window, wet clay clattering from the netherworld below into a skip.

“The really big projects that you see in the papers are all about having a basement swimming pool or cinema, but most of our work is about freeing up space and making a period property a usable family home,” says Simon Haycock.

“Quite often our projects are about moving the utility areas of a house downstairs and therefore freeing up the family areas above.”

If you’re about to take the plunge and go big below, there is plenty to think about.

Creating a basement from scratch is a significant engineering project and some experts say it can be more complicated than building a new home.

But if you can get it right and complete your project, then the benefits of a basement conversion are more than just aesthetic. Trevor Abrahamson, of estate agent Glentree, says that while it costs approximately £300 per foot² to build a basement, it can add between £1,000 and £6,000 per foot² to the value of the property, when complete. u

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This exceptional three bedroom, two bathroom penthouse apartment boasts 1,454 sq ft of living space and spectacular views from the roof terrace and three balconies. The property also benefits from being recently redecorated to a high standard.

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This beautiful home is set within a highly sought after development offering uninterrupted views of the River Thames.

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Beta Place, Clapham, SW4 £725,000 Clapham Common 020 3700 8555 claphamcommon.sales@kfh.co.uk

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This stunning two bedroom apartment is situated in a stunning school conversion and provides enviable accommodation arranged over two floors.

This property is situated behind secure electric gates with wonderful communal gardens and parking. Other benefits include a residents’ gym and sauna, as well as close proximity to Brixton underground and mainline stations.

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Two bedrooms One bathroom Secure, gated development Gym and sauna Communal garden Private parking Share of freehold EPC rating C

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Lebanon Gardens, Wandsworth, SW18 £1,250,000 Putney 020 8780 0033 putneyhill.sales@kfh.co.uk

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This attractive Victorian house occupies 1,940 sq ft of living space across three floors, plus a cellar. Spacious throughout, this family home provides four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, utility room and a generous living space.

This semi detached property is situated on a desirable road within walking distance of the amenities of Wandsworth High Street, as well as East Putney underground station.

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Four double bedrooms Two bathrooms plus guest WC Two receptions Conservatory Scope to extend, subject to permission Private garden Freehold EPC rating D

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Westcoombe Avenue, West Wimbledon, SW20 £1,295,000 Raynes Park 020 3542 2000 raynespark.sales@kfh.co.uk

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Situated in a sought after cul-de-sac, this exceptionally well extended end of terrace home offers an abundance of living space, large garden and potential to extend (subject to planning permission).

Further benefits include two en suites, a family bathroom and guest WC, underfloor heating in the kitchen and off street parking for multiple cars.

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Wimbledon Common is close by, as are several local schools.

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Charlwood Terrace, Putney, SW15 £1,650,000 West Putney 020 8785 2122 westputney.sales@kfh.co.uk

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A beautiful end of terrace period home, with planning permission in place to extend. Arranged over four floors, this property provides four double bedrooms, three bathrooms and a 33 ft kitchen.

Charlwood Terrace is situated within close proximity to the excellent primary schools of West Putney. The River Thames and Putney High Street are also within walking distance.

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Brandreth Road, Balham, SW17 £1,800 pcm Balham 020 8675 3639 balham.lettings@kfh.co.uk

This bright and spacious two bedroom apartment is neutrally decorated and provides a spacious open plan reception/ kitchen with wood flooring.

This top floor period conversion is situated in the popular Heaver Estate, with excellent transport links close by, including Balham mainline and underground stations.

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

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Juniper Drive, Battersea, SW18 £2,145 pcm Battersea Park 020 8104 9777 batterseapark.lettings@kfh.co.uk

This luxury one bedroom apartment comprises an opulent, dual aspect reception, fully integrated open plan kitchen and access to two large balconies. The property has been styled with Bo Concept furnishings and further benefits from underfloor heating and an air cooling system throughout.

Set on the banks of the River Thames, this property has unrivalled views over Wandsworth Bridge.

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One bedroom One bathroom Floor to ceiling windows Underfloor heating Two large balconies Sonos sound system Sky television for the first year Inclusive gym membership Furnished EPC rating B

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

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Prince of Wales Drive.

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SHOW APARTMENT NOW OPEN Introducing Prince of Wales Drive, a brand new collection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments just moments from Battersea Park, Zone 1 and a mile from Sloane Square*.

Set around 2.5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens, these spacious apartments offer a premium specification and distinctive interior design. The state-of-the-art facilities include a 17m pool, sauna, steam room, 8th floor roof terrace, 24-hour concierge and secure basement parking.

Prices from ÂŁ690,000 For your appointment to view the show apartment please call 020 3797 4939 or email sales@princeofwalesdrive.co.uk or visit www.princeofwalesdrive.co.uk

Proud to be a member of the Berkeley Group of companies

*Distances and travel times are approximate only. Source: Transport for London. Details are correct at time of going to press and subject to apartment type and availability. Computer Generated Image depicts Prince of Wales Drive. Š Hunter for Berkeley Homes.

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