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Contents JUNE 2018

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C U LT U R E ABSOLUTELY LOVES

FOOD & DRINK 30 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL

AGENDA

33 FOOD REVIEW

BIG TOP FUN

INTERIORS 37 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

10 things we’re coveting this month

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Diary dates for June

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Giffords Circus returns to Chiswick

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ABSOLUTE HELL

We review Rodney Ackland's play

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WHAT'S ON STAGE

This month's top theatre picks

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y 25 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL This month’s best beauty buys

27 PERFUME

The story of Eau de Cologne

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News from the industry

Tacos and margaritas at El Pastor

News and views from the world of design

39 SPINNING AROUND Our pick of plates

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BACK TO YOUR ROOTS

Essential summer planters

T R AV E L 54 AT HOME IN PARADISE Exploring the Scilly Isles

PROPERTY 80 LIVING THE DREAM

The most luxurious London properties

ON THE COVER ROYAL ASCOT MILLINERY COLLECTIVE AT FENWICK fenwick.co.uk

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“African Woman with Peonies” Bruce Graham Clarke, b. 1920, after Bazille. Signed, in a giltwood and composition frame.

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“Basilica Santa” Maria della Salute Edith Lydia Procter (nee Clink), 1868-1943, , a student at the Royal Academy 1892-1896. Other work is in the Littlehampton Museum. Framed in a gilded wooden frame. Signed and dated 1900 on edge of canvas.

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Editor’s

Our new favourite restaurant is Jamie Oliver's outpost at Watergate Bay, for the views, the vibe and of course the food. fifteencornwall.co.uk

LETTER ABSOLUTELY’S favourite coastal pieces and places

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e're nursing a slight obsession with Cornwall this month.

Anywhere coastal in fact, but particularly Cornwall, after our recent visit.

British beaches seem to have improved significantly since I was a child, though I'm aware that this sounds unrealistic. It used to always be raining and the ice cream shop was never open, but these days there's lots of fresh seafood, surfing lessons, white sand and natural beauty, whether in Cornwall or Kent or Scilly. The Scilly Isles are another obsession, for their sheer remoteness and stunning landscapes, as well as for their amazing flora and fauna. And while we're looking beyond London, there's also Ascot this month, so we're looking at the annual style guides for inspiration. The magazine also has the usual mix of local events, shops and property – we hope you enjoy it.

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HIDDEN HUT Biding our time before we visit in person, we'll be making our own ceviche, Cornwall style. thehiddenhut.co.uk

Absolutely the best swimwear, we think. heidiklein.com

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Tresco's beaches are some of the UK's finest – and worth the Caribbean-scale journey time. tresco.co.uk

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NEW TRICKS

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WESTERN ED GE

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A Doll’s House 13 – 14 June

An explosive reimagining of Ibsen’s classic tale

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C U LT U R E

Irma Gruenholz, Fruit of the Forest; World Illustration Awards Exhibition at Somerset House, 7-20 June; somersethouse.org.uk

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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

TA L K

Caitlin Moran: How to Be Famous 26 June ROYAL FE STIVAL H ALL

With no Glastonbury this year, Caitlin Moran puts on her own version with this hilarious, head-first dive into a discussion on all things famous.

Dress up, meet like-minded people, and spend the evening drinking and having thought-provoking discussions about how to change the world.

Belvedere Road, SE1; southbankcentre.co.uk

EXHIBITION

True Colours F RO M 6 JU NE • NEW P O RT STR EET GALLERY

True Colours brings together three emerging artists who, despite using paint in very different ways, all share an interest in the possibilities of colour. Helen Beard creates interlocking arrangements of bright primary colour, New York-based artist Sadie Laska creates dreamlike compositions and Boo Saville produces large-scale abstracts. Featuring over 30 works, the show is the largest exhibition to date for each artist.

Newport Street, SE11; newportstreetgallery.com

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The Bedford Park Festival 8-24 June VARIOUS LOCAT IONS

The Bedford Park Festival is one of the summer highlights of the local year.

For 2018, the jam-packed schedule features a range of events across art, photography, film, poetry, music and more, in celebration of Chiswick’s wonderful sense of community, with all proceeds going to charity. bedfordparkfestival.org

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CULTURE • TALKING TOPICS

MUSIC

Crystal Palace Festival

Win Tickets

11-17 June CRYSTAL PALACE PARK

After last year’s hugely successful event, Crystal Palace Festival is back with a bang and a brand new look.

The itinerary this year is packed with arts, culture, gigs and a surprise, free major event taking place in the park on 16 June. Last year saw 28,500 visitors to the festival and organisers this year are expecting bigger crowds for their line-up which includes Stereo MC’s and Polarbear.

42 Thicket Road, SE19; crystalpalacepark.org.uk

F E S T I VA L

KEW THE MUSIC 10-15 July KEW GARD ENS

Kew the Music is back with six days of glorious summer picnic concerts that promise to be a hit among all generations of music lovers.

EXHIBITION

WINDRUSH: PORTRAIT OF A GENERATION Until 10 June GA LLE RY@ OXO

This Month’s Must See

June 22 marks the 70th anniversary of the arrival of Empire Windrush at Tilbury docks.

The ageing merchant ship brought 492 young hopefuls, nearly of them Jamaican, to help rebuild Britain after the war. Windrush: Portrait of a Generation is the latest photostory from Jim Grover, who has captured the lives and traditions of this first generation of Caribbean immigrants.

Oxo Tower Wharf, SE1; oxotower.co.uk

MICHAEL JACKSON: ON THE WALL F RO M 28 JU NE • N ATION AL PORTRAIT GALLERY

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lmost a decade after his death, the National Portrait Gallery stage a major exhibition on the man in the mirror. In the year of Michael Jackson’s would-be 60th birthday, explore the influence he had on some of the leading names in contemporary art with over 40 works from the likes of Andy Warhol, Grayson Perry and many more.

Dance-pop sensation Steps will be opening the festival this year and we’ve teamed up with Kew the Music to offer you the chance to win a pair of VIP tickets to see the them on Tuesday 10 July. Expect smash hits, nineties nostalgia and dance floor anthems, as well as all the boisterous, high-energy pop extravagance the band is known for. Your VIP prize will include a sumptious two-course summer BBQ, served within the gorgeous Grade I listed Orangery.

Relax and enjoy the expertly prepared British produce ahead of watching the concert from the exclusively reserved enclosure.

Answer the following question correctly for your chance to win.

Entries should be sent to marketing@zest-media.com by 1 July 2018. Please send us you answer, name and contact details.

KEW THE MUSIC 2018 SUMMER PICNIC CONCERTS LAST FOR: a) 10 days

b) 6 days

c) 14 days

For the latest information and details of the VIP Hospitality packages on offer or to book tickets, go to kewthemusic.org or call the 24-hour ticket hotline on 0844 871 8803

St Matin’s Place, WC2H; npg.org.uk

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CULTURE • CIRCUS

Roll up…

Giffords’ fabulous circus returns to London this month Wo r d s E V E H E R B E R T

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iffords Circus celebrates the 250th anniversary of circus with a UK premiere tour of their new show, My Beautiful Circus.

The show will open on Friday 4 May at Fennels Farm, Stroud and comes to Chiswick House & Gardens on 28 June.

In 1768 near Westminster Bridge, equestrian rider Philip Astley drew out a 42-foot circle and filled it with jugglers, acrobats, clowns, strong men and bareback horse riders. This spectacle was the world’s very first circus.

My Beautiful Circus will feature some of the classical acts such as: death-defying acrobatics, enchanting domestic animals and fan-favourite of Giffords Circus comedic genius, Tweedy the clown. Circus-goers can enjoy dining at Giffords exclusive rustic restaurant, Circus Sauce that tours with them. Circus Sauce serves a set three -course menu that changes weekly, using seasonal produce from the surrounding area.

“Death-defying acrobatics, enchanting animals and Tweedy the clown” Founder, and producer Nell Gifford has said: “We are so thrilled to be taking part of the celebration of the 250th year of circus.

Show director Cal McCrystal and I have been asking ourselves: What makes the circus so magnetic? What is conjured up by the word circus? Why do we want to run away with the circus? What would the most beautiful circus look like? I hope that next year’s show will answer all those questions and more.” giffordscircus.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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A magical outdoor tale for all the family

Life is suddenly turned upside down and everything becomes curiouser and curiouser…

This summer, join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other. Lewis Carroll’s classic story is cleverly lifted from the page and beautifully brought to life in Glenn Elston’s highly acclaimed production.

Life is suddenly turned upside down for Alice, so join her as she tumbles down the rabbit hole and lands in the magical world of “Wonderland”. It’s a roller-coaster of a story as she bravely bounces from one unexpected and amazing situation to the next.

There’s a wildly curious assortment of characters.

Bump into the skittish, constantly late White Rabbit, sing along with the Dodo and other birds in the Caucaus race and meet the pepper obsessed Duchess and her extremely crazy cook.

The Cheshire Cat will leave you with a grin and you can’t fail to miss Humpty Dumpty on his way to meet Tweedledum and Tweedledee as they tell the tale of the Walrus and the Carpenter. What might seem slightly silly then becomes downright absurd as the Mad Hatter arrives with the March Hare and the Dormouse to have a grand old time with Alice at the tea party. As a magnificent finale, join the Queen of Hearts and her parade of cards.

This is where everyone, both young and a perhaps a little bit older, can be part of the fun.

Presented in a bright performance style, with colourful costumes, interactive games and catchy songs this is a perfect way to go on a wonderful Wonderland adventure with the entire family.

21 July – 27 August 2018

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CULTURE • THEATRE

ABSOLUTE HELL

The National’s stylish revival of Rodney Ackland's rarely perfomed play

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t's a beautiful set, all tassled lampshades and soft furnishings, a detailed and naturalistic recreation of a Soho dive in the 1940s.

This is La Vie en Rose, where a crowd of drinkers spanning struggling writers, American soldiers, elderly ladies, young socialites and damaged souls of varying ages and states of mind gather nightly to 'escape reality'.

Outside the club, the war may be over but memories of the 'horror camps' are raw and there's a sense of unsettlement about an upcoming election, illustrated by a Labour

Party office taking residence opposite the club as a permanent on-stage presence.

Last performed at the National in 1995, with Judi Dench, the play is hugely entertaining as a patchwork of small stories and scenes, without having much by way of actual unified plot. The cast is vast – about 30 people on stage at once for much of the duration – and their complex, alcohol-fuelled relationships with each other drive the show bringing lots of comedy as well as a serious look at the realities of Soho's sleazy nightlife.

A lone prostitute Memorable

“Complex, alcohol-fuelled relationships drive the show”

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performances come from Charles Edwards as Hugh Marriner, a failing and increasingly desperate writer, bumblingly English and comically awkward as well as Eileen Walsh, who gets the most laughs as shouty religious loon Madge, appearing at intervals to insist loudly that Jesus's actual birth happened on Boxing Day. Patricia England is a delightfully confused woman who gets the wrong end of the stick about Siegfried Sassoon early on and keeps going with it, while Lizzie Clachan's dark, rose-tinted set is visually rich and interesting right up until the building collapses, signifying the end of an era.

Eveybody likes to watch other people behaving badly, and this is what we're doing, with an ultimate sense of doom. Characters are grotesque, lecherous, debauched and simply drunk, while the stylish set and elegant period costumes make it a visually rich performance. At just over three hours with two breaks, it's certainly lengthy – but the pace is entertaining and it's never dull.

Ultimately, it's a winning show.

VERDICT

Entertaining and clever, this is a winner ★★★★★ ABSOLUTE HELL UNTIL 16 JUNE; Tickets: 020 7452 3000 nationaltheatre.org.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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The Great Spectacle 250 Years of the Summer Exhibition

12 June – 19 August Join the RA. Friends go free

William Powell Frith, A Private View at the Royal Academy, 1881 (detail), 1883. Oil on canvas, 102.9 x 195.6 cm. A Pope Family Trust, courtesy Martin Beisly

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CULTURE • THEATRE

ROUND UP

Best in

SHOW

Get the most out of London’s theatre scene with our top stage picks for the month

The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie ★★★★★

MUST SEE

From 4 June DONMAR WAREHOUSE

In the centenary year of her birth, Muriel Spark’s iconic novel The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie is brought to the stage in an arresting new adaption. It follows Miss Jean Brodie as she presides over her ‘set’ at Marcia Blaine School for Girls. Great teachers leave a mark. Miss Jean Brodie’s will never be erased.

41 Earlham Street, WC2H; donmarwarehouse.com

By H E L E N B R O W N

The King and I ★★★★★

From 21 June LONDON PALLADIUM

Takao Osawa, the multi-award-winning actor and star of one of Japan’s most popular television series, JIN, will join the cast of The King and I to play Kralahome, trusted adviser to The King of Siam. With a score packed with beloved classics and a story set in 1860s Bangkok, expect a rich, engaging and unmissable musical masterpiece.

8 Argyll Street, W1F; kingandimusical.co.uk

Genesis Inc. ★★★★★

From 22 June

THE KING AND I THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE

Killer Joe ★★★★★

HAMPSTEAD THEATRE

Ongoing

Jemma Kennedy’s breakthrough play debuts this month, delivering a blisteringly entertaining tale of 21st century capitalism. This richly imaginative and topical new comedy follows Serena and Jeff as they navigate the privatisation of human reproduction.

How far would you go to defy biology?

Eton Avenue, NW3; hampsteadtheatre.com

TRAFALGAR STUDIOS 1

The Moderate Soprano

Orlando Bloom returns to the stage as police detective and part-time contract killer, Joe Cooper in this tense and gut-twisting thriller from Tracy Letts.

Cooper is hired by the Smith family to murder their estranged matriarch for her insurance money, but the plan spirals when he comes face-to-face with their innocent daughter.

14 Whitehall, SW1A; killerjoeplay.com

★★★★★

Until 30 June DUKE OF YORK’S THEATRE

David Hare’s critically acclaimed play about the love story at the heart of Glyndebourne transfers to the West End from its sold-out run at Hampstead Theatre. The Moderate Soprano tells the story of John Christie’s formidable vision, born out of his adoration for the beautiful soprano Audrey Mildmay and how his innate passion for opera became a gift to the nation.

St Martin’s Lane, WC2N; themoderatesoprano.com

KILLER JOE

THE MODERATE SOPRANO

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BEAUTY

HEALTH & BEAUTY • NOTES

S A LO N REVIEW

NOTES

A fresh scent, tanning revolution, and this season’s coolest launches B y C H A R LOT T E E M E R S O N

EDITOR’S PICK

MADE IN THE SHADE SW I S S C L I N I C

The days of fake tan streaks and stains are over as Swiss Clinic develops a duo tanning process designed for a natural glow and hydrating experience. Daily Self Tan Drops and Hydrating Self Tan Pads will have you holiday ready in no time. Duo, £45. swissclinic.co.uk

COLOUR POP F E N T Y B E AU T Y BY R I H A N N A

Fenty Beauty by Rihanna makes way for a new collection called Beach, Please! Her sophomore launch embraces a bright and bold colour palette inspired by Rihanna's island life upbringing. £22-28. harveynichols.com

FLORAL FINISH OSCAR DE LA RENTA

One of the globe's most-loved perfume brands, Oscar De La Renta, launches its new fragrance Bella Blanca. With touches of dewy freesia, sambac and creamy sandalwood, this white floral perfume is timeless and feminine, perfect for all women. £81. (100ml) libertylondon.com

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ahoona’s Hair Hub is the achingly cool salon servicing the well-tressed heads south of the river. It comes from renowned hair stylist Tracy Cahoon and is stationed within south London cultural hub, Peckham Levels. Tracey has over 20 years of experience in the industry and runs the show alongside a team of hand-picked hair professionals.

Tracey greets me warmly before evaluating my hair. I recently underwent a DIY bleaching job - three times, no less - and so the condition of it is impaired, to say the least. She suggests a jagged cut to remove damaged ends and add bounce.

After a hair wash, I experience the shoulder massaging machine - dreamy - before Tracey gets to work. She takes her time; every snip is careful and precise. My hair instantly feels lighter and healthier. Finally, she drys my hair as per my preference of a straight blow dry and completes the look using the R+Co Trophy Spray so that my damaged hair has new life. Cool and quirky, Cahoona's is definitely one for the little black book.

CAHOONAS HAIR HUB Floor 6 - Peckham Levels, SE15 4ST

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ILLAMASQUA Colour Viel Blusher Range £20; illamasqua.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY • SCENT

PERFUME

EAU DE COLOGNE

How fresh combinations of lemon, lavender and herbs created an iconic and enduring concept B y M I C H A E L D O N OVA N

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here is nothing quite like the refreshing scent of Eau de Cologne.

It is uplifting, cleansing and helps one feel perky.

Eau de Cologne dates back to 1709, when the first fragrance bearing this title was created – not by a German perfumer, but by an Italian.

Giovanni Maria Farina was born in Italy in 1685 and settled in Cologne, founding what is now the oldest working perfume factory. He created his fragrance masterpiece in 1709 and named it 'Eau de Cologne' in gratitude at having been granted citizenship by his adopted home.

His inspiration for the fragrance appears in a letter to his brother. "My fragrance is reminiscent of a spring morning in Italy after the rain; of oranges, lemons, grapefruit, bergamot, cedrat and the blooms and herbs of my home.” Farina's Eau de Cologne become an international sensation almost overnight. In a world without proper sanitation this light, refreshing scent was spritzed onto a handkerchief and held under the nose to ward off unpleasant odours. The aristocracy embraced it as the very last word in refinement and Farina's fortunes were assured.

This fragrance is still made in the same place, by the same family who have not tampered with the original formula.

Almost 100 years later, in 1794, what is perhaps the most famous Eau de Cologne of all was created

“It is refreshing, uplifting and cleansing”

- '4711'. Named after the address of its maker Wilhelm Mülhens, this 'miracle water' was actually intended as a remedy tonic to be ingested undiluted or mixed with wine. When Napoleon Bonaparte decreed in 1810 that all recipes used for medication must publicly list their ingredients, Muhlens, unwilling to divulge the secret of his formula, marketed 4711 as fragrance instead. It became extremely fashionable in the early 20th century, rivalling Chanel No 5 in popularity. The combination of bergamot, lemon, and orange is revitalising, while calming heart notes of lavender and rosemary offer a herbal bite. Neroli is used at the base, its bitter effervescence driving the scent forward.

The term Eau de Cologne has lost its meaning over the centuries. Is it the strength of the fragrance (traditionally under 5% concentration) or a combination of certain ingredients? Now it has become that a blanket term to describe a summery scent, usually containing citrus, lavender and herbal notes.

Agua de Colonnia Concentrada from Alvarez Gomez in Madrid dates to 1912, another recipe that has been protected by generations of the same family. This is a lemon fragrance like no other, while Hierbas de Ibiza, inspired by the scents of the beautiful island, uses natural essences of orange and lemon peel, thyme, lavender, sage, verbena, jasmine and orange blossom. And finally, a new and exciting collection of colognes, the La Veritable Collection from Parfums Cadentia, comprises five modern masterpieces that combine traditional concepts with a thoroughly modern approach.

Apply liberally on a warm evening's commute. Stay fragrant.

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PERFECT PRESENTATION SARTORIA Beautiful dishes are the rule at Sartoria, where Italian chef Francesco Mazzei serves an all-day dining menu, inspired by his home region of Calabria. sartoria-restaurant.co.uk

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WHAT TO DRINK

GRAPE news Wine recommendations for the month

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BEE HAPPY B L AC K B E E H O N E Y

Black Bee Honey is dedicated to the preservation of honey bees by ensuring that the bees are left well alone, as nature intended, and the result is single-origin, happy tasting honey. All the humans do is coarsely filter out any impurities. Available to buy at various locations; blackbeehoney.co

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2016 Craven Firs, Syrah, Stellenbosch, South Africa £21.50 This wine is grown in vineyards warmerthan-usual for Stellenbosch with dark, iron-rich soils.

Savoury notes of iodine and graphite temper the ripe blackberry fruit, creating a refined palate. The finish is long, fresh and defined.

2015 Berry Bros. & Rudd Mosel Riesling Kabinett

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This is a bright, light and fresh Riesling with delicate citrus aromas. The palate is crisp and vibrant, its ripe fruit layered with a core of fine minerality which typifies the quality of the sensational 2015 vintage

Delivering island vibes and tropical interiors, Isla Ray is set to be the ultimate summer hang-out venue with a fresh and healthy menu featuring overnight oats, open sandwiches, Meze plates and more. islaray.co.uk

WINE TIME WEST WINE KITCHEN

Between 8th - 10th June, Peckham Levels is inviting people to explore the resurrected carpark in all its creative and collaborative glory for its debut Open Studios Weekend. W E S T, will be offering free wine tastings, including their popular orange wines; as well as £1 coffees all weekend. peckhamlevels.org

2016 Domaine Lyrarakis, Okto, White Crete, Greece £11.50 This is a fabulous blend of indigenous varietals, Muscat of Spina, Vilana and Vidiano – and Sauvignon Blanc. The nose is complex and inviting: floral aromas characteristic of the Muscat family combine to great effect with Vilana’s spice.

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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Welcome to La Casita Restaurant, we always serve our customers with a friendly smile and quality is the ultimate priority.

La Casita Restaurant is a traditional portuguese and spanish restaurant located on the heart of streatham high road. We serve a variety of Spanish Tapas and Portuguese dishes and cater for private parties up to 80 people.

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ABSOLUTELY eats out…

“Tacos made from scratch that morning and packed with filling”

El Pastór

The new taco hotspot making headlines from the brothers behind Barrafina

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exican food is alive and kicking in the capital and there’s not a sombrero in sight. Among the Mexican wave of eateries making mincemeat of what our idea of the cuisine used to be - trays of dry Doritos, takeaway burritos and rubber cheese - El Pastór stands out with its exceptional service and even better food, bursting with authentic flavour.

From day dot El Pastór was full of promise since it comes from the brains behind the vaunted Barrafina tapas bars and Soho’s much-loved

Quo Vadis. Arguably, it’s the Hart brothers who can be blamed for introducing us to a whole new way of eating in London which involves sipping trendy apéritifs while queuing for a table that offers a front-row view to the chefs at work.

For their latest venture, Sam and Eddie Hart take inspiration from the former life of new business partner, Crispin Somerville who ran nightclubs in Mexico City.

Interiors-wise, it’s a cool space of bare brick, bright metal and vibrant murals, housed beneath an archway on Stoney Street. The whole thing is a casual affair with high tables for perching, banquettes for lounging

DECOR Casual seating in an industrial setting

PRICE Tacos and tostadas from £5.75, desserts from £2.50

VERDICT A top-pick for fun, Friday-night dining

and smaller tables tucked in the back for watching the chefs in the kitchen.

We start with creamy guacamole and a couple of salty and sour margaritas, before practically inhaling the sesame tuna tostada.

Tacos come in twos per portion and are the freshest in the capital, made from scratch that morning and then packed with fillings.

We go for the fillets of chargrilled stone bass; the crisp grilled fish piled with sweet caramelised onions, fresh onion, coriander and a punchy salsa, and the beef ribs.

Both are exceptional but the beef ribs steal the show. The theatricality of pulling apart the melting ribs and constructing the taco at the table with an exciting array of salsas and oils, adds to the dish’s merit.

We finish with more margaritas and El Pastór’s mouth-watering take on the Bounty bar. Sweetened coconut sits on shortbread before being slathered in dark chocolate and served with sour cream. A sweet treat to end a sumptuous and fun feast. If this is where London’s Mexican food scene is headed, pass the sombrero because we’re on board. ● EL PASTÓR 6-7A Stoney Street, London SE1; tacoselpastor.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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FLOOR SHOW

Accessorize Accessorize has launched its first ever collection of rugs, available at The Rug Seller. All 15 designs are characterised

by Accessorize's signature handcrafter/bohemian edge and vibrant colours. therugseller.co.uk

INTERIORS

NEWS Ideas, designs and styles for your home

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CO LO U R P O P Curiuosa Curiousa & Curiousa add a new dimension to their range with their latest light, The Constellation. In this new addition, designer Esther Patterson furthers the exploration of form, colour and composition in a striking combination of glass wood and metal,uplifted by vibrant blends of colour through hand-blown glass. curiousa.co.uk

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POSITIVE M E S S AG E S

STATEMENT PIECE Natuzzi The brand new Mentore from Natuzzi Italia features generous, pillowed cushions with slim legs in a retro, 70s inspired design.

With edge trimming and fine artisan details, this compact model is available in a wide range of fabric and leather upholstery, in 2-seater loveseat and 3-seater sofa options. natuzzi.co.uk

The Cotton Poet New luxury homeware brand The Cotton Poet creates beautiful and sumptuous bed linen with stylish coloured stitching and subtle embroidered literary quotes on the back of each pillowcase. thecottonpoet.com

CUT IT OUT Iittala Iittala offers an extensive array of vases for all types of flower arrangements, whether a bunch of twigs and leaves from the forest, freshly picked meadow flowers or a bouquet from the local florist. The newest addition to the collection is a vase from the beloved Kastehelmi range by the master of glass, Oiva Toikka, pictured. iittala.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Paradise King plate £107 thelongeststay.com

MADE Sanna tapas plate, set of four, £12 made.com

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MARIMEKKO Siirtolapuutarha_ salad_platter £69 marimekko.com

ABODE LIVING Poppi dinner plate £15.50 abodeliving.co.uk

HABITAT Estor plate £20 habitat.co.uk

FARLO Marble swirl dinner plate, £17.50 farlo.io

PRINTER + TAILOR Klevering turquoise fish plate £27.50 printerandtailor.com

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LAUREN DICKINSON CLARKE Shoe of Eden plate £48 historicroyalpalaces.com

SCP Animal platters £90 scp.co.uk

CREATIVE TOPS Mikasa dining plate £5 amazon.co.uk

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STUPID EGG Hettie Tall, £12.95 stupidegg.co.uk

URBAN AVENUE Sling hanging planters, £24 urbanavenue.co.uk

SERAX Tabor pot, small, £37 scp.co.uk

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YAHALOMIS Yucca planter, £15 oostor.com

MADE Savannah set of two Terrazzo planters , £89 made.com

FERM LIVING Plant stand, £32 fermliving.com

MODERNICA Case Study planter, £295 scp.co.uk

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MY FAVOURITE DESIGNER… It’s hard to choose just one designer, but I love all of Josef Frank’s designs and saw a brilliant exhibition of his work at The Fashion and Textile Museum in London last year that was so inspiring.

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MY FAVOURITE BUILDING…

‘Peas’ Wallhanging in red and pink, a double-sided screen printed fabric wallhanging, inspired by the Finnish form of weaving knowns as täkänä (£135).

This is more of a group of buildings really, but I love Portmeirion inWales. A colourful, eclectic collection nestled away on the Welsh coast - it’s really magical.

MY STYLE ICON…

My favourite holiday destination…

Finland. It’s got so much - incredible lakes, stunning countryside, beautiful design, Moomins, Marimekko and opportunities to see the northern lights.

It’s the best.

Candice-Marie from Nuts in May. I love a big sweater and bobble hat, maybe because I live in Scotland where it comes in useful about 80% of the year.

MY FAVOURITE PIECE OF ART… Yayoi Kusama’s Infinity Room

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Eastpak's new luggage collection features illustrations by Andy Warhol.

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Sun Hat BONPOINT

Is your little miss wanting a more grown-up sun hat? Check out this example from famed French children’s brand Bonpoint. It’s crafted in crocheted raffia with a fun, feminine cherry adornment and we’re loving the versatile wide brim. £47; bonpoint.com

SMALL TALK A raffia sun hat, punk tots and dance-inspired fashion

COMING UP ROSES

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CA R O L I N E B O S M A N S

This directional Swedish brand has become a cult favourite, its signature style repeated in collector’s items including simple tees (like this one) and eye-catching tulle dresses. For the modern-day punk princess. £51; melijoe.com

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arcelona-based Little Creative Factory is that rare thing: a clothing brand that appears to be genuinely animated by the forms, fantasies and phenomena of the outside world – and able to translate that energy into clothes that are at once simple and utterly distinctive. Too often, brands come up with a collection to which they retrospectively peg inspirations.

But Little Creative Factory’s ideas and enthusiasms are stitched into every seam of its products. The latest collection, Dancers, offers a playful reimagining of ballet skirts, jazz bodysuits and tap dresses; the soft baby hoodies wouldn’t look out of place in the New York dance milieu of Frances Ha while little bodysuits and apron skirts look like they’ve been snipped out of a Degas. In fact, the painter is an important reference point throughout: there’s a dress named for him, and the entire collection is suff used with the pale, dreamy hues found in his work. littlecreativefactory.com

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Fruit of a collaboration between kids footwear brand Mini Melissa and Vivienne Westwood, these are slides for girls that love punk as much as they love pink. £85; alexandalexa.com

Award-winning art director and designer Sara Gillingham, features 15 simply designed boats, accompanied by their name and a short description for little boat-lovers. £7.95 uk.phaidon.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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To take the example of brain development, we know that singing requires interaction between parts of the brain dedicated to aspects of music (such as pitch and rhythm), language (lyrics), fine motor behaviour, visual imagery and emotion. Research also suggests that singing with someone else is not the same as singing alone because it involves neurological areas related to social interaction and coordination.

The ability to perform with poise is also critical for academic and future success. The opportunity to practise with self-discipline, perform, make mistakes and overcome nerves is equally as important as writing an essay or mastering a sum. For this reason, we provide a wealth of

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The number of arts teachers in schools has fallen by 11% since 2010.

In a society where schools are judged largely by their place in the league tables, and the government decide what is counted in those league tables, the arts have suffered.

I feel incredibly fortunate to lead a school unconstrained by the whims of government policy on EBacc and funding cuts. At Blackheath High School, we take immense pleasure in cultivating and celebrating the arts.

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arts sit proudly alongside science, technology, engineering and maths as we challenge our girls with STEAM themed activities. This includes science-based Harry Potter potions classes to motorcycle maintenance or constructing large scale linear thread structures inspired by the artist Adrian Esparza.

As a school for 3-18 year olds, we are able to embed a love of creative and performing arts from the start.

Last year, our Junior School choir won the GDST Young Choir of the Year competition at the prestigious Cadogan Hall. Performing in magnificent surroundings and working as a team to be crowned winners of this high standard competition was an unforgettable experience for our girls, not to mention the benefit accrued from hours of singing practice.

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performance opportunities for our girls from concerts to a musical production in a professional theatre.

Having the courage and intellectual flexibility required to succeed is invaluable for personal development and can be achieved through the arts. In our design technology classes, girls use creativity to find solutions to problems and defy gender stereotypes by engaging in activities like construction and welding. In art, our girls learn dedication, imagination, attention to detail and courage. In a recent collaboration with Farrow & Ball, our art scholars developed stunning pieces in response to the theme ‘SE3: Surfaces and Structures’ using Farrow & Ball paints and materials. They were pushed out of their comfort zone, worked to a deadline and prepared for a professional exhibition.

In The Guardian, playwright James Graham recently observed “how dangerous it would be for education if you turn it into a factgathering exercise, with no space for children to make emotional or creative sense of their lives”. As parents and teachers, we should resist this evisceration of our children’s education with all the energy we can muster.

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Outstandingly beautiful, uncrowded and unspoilt, we discover the turquoise waters and white sands of the Scilly Isles. tresco.co.uk

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rtists have always been drawn to the Scilly Isles, the archipelago that lies 28 miles from the Cornish coast. The light, the improbably beautiful beaches with their Caribbean-white sand and Disney-like aquamarine water, the exotic fauna, the microclimate and the generally otherworldly feel to the region all make it special.

Because you’ve really got to want to come here. It might be in England but time-wise it’s definitely Long Haul – the journey time from London is similar to the Caribbean’s.

It’s an endless drive from London to Land’s End, especially accompanied by rain that ranges from pouring to torrential with grey skies, terrible visibility and pockets of flooding. But there’s a glimmer

Everything seems miniature and oldfashioned apart from the fauna, which is bizarre of blue sky in the distance as soon as we arrive at Land’s End airport, and from here the travelling gets more interesting. A 16-seater Skybus – too small even for hand luggage – takes about 15 minutes to reach St Mary’s, the only island with an airport (from the passenger windows it seems that the landing strip is obscured by rocks, which makes for an exciting descent) and from here it’s a car to the port, followed by a boat to Tresco, the privately-owned island where we are headed.

With a population of just 170, Tresco is a privately owned island run mainly as a timeshare business. Leased from the Duchy of Cornwall it the early 19th century, it is still run by the same family. There are no cars; everything seems miniature and old-fashioned apart from the fauna which is bizarre and exotic, all sprawling succulents and tropical palms. Think Postman Pat on the Galapagos. On Tresco, there’s a single pub, a church, a primary school, a shop, a spa, two restaurants and an art gallery, plus a ruined castle and the Abbey and that’s really it. At less than two miles long and with no street lighting, this is a calm and quiet place where you’re never far from an improbably beautiful beach and an impressive view.

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Re-discover Belgravia’s favourite al fresco social hub situated just off Motcomb Street. Try our brand new food menu or enjoy our Mexican inspired cocktails from Patrón. Receive a complimentary ticket to the V&A’s much anticipated exhibition ‘Frida Kahlo: Making Her Self Up’ when you spend £30 and quote ‘Frida Kahlo’. Open daily from early May. To reserve your table, call 020 7858 7223 or visit lowndesdining.co.uk

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beach and the sea; at low tide a sandbank appears and creates a walkable route to Bryher, the next island, which is even smaller and has a population of only about 80 people (though it does have a fantastic hotel, Hell Bay).

The main highlight of Tresco is the Abbey Garden, often described as a perennial Kew without the glasshouse. Dating back to the 19th century, this subtropical garden is home to more than 20,000 species of plants from at least 80 countries and even in the depths of winter there are exotic plants in flower. Many of them that wouldn’t survive on the mainland just 30 miles away are able to thrive here thanks to the sheltered location and peculiar microclimate. These gardens were established by the 19th century proprietor of the islands, Augustus Smith, originally as a private garden within the grounds of the home that he designed and built on a site hosting the remains of a Benedictine Abbey. There were hardly any trees on the island and the gorse did not provide enough protection so

Augustus planted ‘shelterbelts’. The first were mainly deciduous trees such as, elm, sycamore, oak, and poplar, and later he planted Monterey cypress and Monterey pine which are fast growing and suited to coastal conditions. By building tall windbreaks, Smith channelled the weather up and over the network of walled enclosures.

He also carved three terraces from the rocky, south facing slope looking towards St Mary’s. The hotter, drier terraces at the top of the garden suit South African and Australian plants; those lower down provide the humidity that favours flora from New Zealand and South America.

Not only is the island home to a diversity of fauna but its wildlife is also remarkable.

This is one of the few places where the red squirrel still thrives, not having been bullied into extinction by its fiercer grey cousin.

There are no badgers, foxes or hedgehogs on Tresco and therefore the gentle red squirrel has no predators.

Sure, an island of this diminutive size lacks facilities. There is one shop and a bike

Among the Scilly Isles’ many loyal fans is artist Hugo Dalton. His latest range of wallpapers for The Paint and Paper Library (pictured above) is named after Tresco and features beautiful visualisations of the island’s landscapes and landmarks. He said: “The Isles of Scilly archipelago and Tresco in particular has been a place of joy and inspiration throughout my career. The clarity and calm of the Island has guided the creation of each individual wallpaper.” paintandpaperlibrary.com hire place, a post office (a very efficient one – our postcard arrived in London the next day) plus a pub, a brasserie, a restaurant and a spa – as well as, of course, an art gallery. The New Inn pub’s walls feature a potted history of the island with portraits of past residents and families as well as significant boats.

In all, this is an otherworldly spot with a strong sense of history and a wildly beautiful landscape. No wonder people keep returning after their first visit. We will too. tre s c o.c o.u k A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Edinburgh’s most talked about luxury boutique hotel.

Tigerlily houses 33 stunning suites and bedrooms as well as a stylish and award winning bar and restaurant.

Situated on George Street, Tigerlily boasts a central location close to the city’s key attractions.

125 George Street, Edinburgh EH2 4JN 0131 225 5005 www.tigerlilyedinburgh.co.uk

Rabble, a boutique hotel, restaurant and bar located in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town.

The hotel adopts a rough-luxe concept where the ten bedrooms provide the utmost of comfort, combined with an effortlessly cool stylishness. Rabble is also home to Edinburgh’s first low and slow tap-house and grill where locally sourced, quality produce is given the love and attention it deserves.

A relaxed urban base ideal for business and pleasure alike.

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The insanely pretty village of Veryan on the Roseland peninsula, near beautiful St Mawes, is green and lush with exotic-looking fauna.

The Nare is brilliantly located directly on Carne Beach, a vast expanse of sand and sea that’s picture-book perfect. The Nare is a quirky and characterful privately owned hotel with a lot of personality. Owner Toby Ashcroft is on hand to welcome guests in person, while every inch of wall space is taken over by his mother’s extensive and diverse collection of art.

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But the best activity here is the espionage adventure. Toby Ashworth’s enthusiasm for an elaborate scheme that invites guests to follow a series of clues – including a trip to St Mawes castle in his boat, the Alice Rose – is infectious and we spend a happy afternoon deciphering codes and hunting for information, all of it leading to the discovery of a Russian mole on the hotel staff.

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THE NARE, SOUTH CORNWALL A characterful familyrun hotel located directly on the beach, with its own boat for excursions

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Sea view double rooms start at £560 per night in summer season THE NARE Carne Beach, Veryan-in-Roseland, Cornwall TR2 5PF 01872 501 111 narehotel.co.uk

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high specification four bedroom mid-century town house forming part of a popular, quiet residential street and offering ease of access to multiple transport links and amenities. Extended beyond the original build and now offering space more aligned with modern living, considerable time, effort and expense has been undertaken to create an eye-catching accommodation.

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Kingfisher Heights, Royal Docks E16

Guide price £585,000 Leasehold • Balcony 70 sq ft • 3 bedrooms (6 sq m) • 3 bathrooms • Secure underground • Approx. 1,020 sq ft (95 sq m) parking • EPC: B • 24 hour concierge • Gym salesdocklands@eu.jll.com 020 7715 9700

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• South Quay DLR – 0.2 miles • Approx. 571 sq ft (53 sq m) • EPC: B

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n impressive, four bedroom penthouse apartment within a converted Victorian warehouse in Spitalfields. The apartment has been designed by the RIBA award-winning, Chris Dyson Architects, who undertook a complete renovation in 2014. Throughout the property original features, such as exposed brickwork and original Crittal windows, have been retained.

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This exceptional property has been perfectly designed to maximise natural light with large windows throughout, an extra spacious open plan living room, modern fully integrated kitchen, three spacious double bedrooms, with the master benefitting from an en-suite & chic walk in wardrobe. Additionally this property has a family bathroom & a separate WC which includes a utility room, ample storage & 24 hour concierge service with a secure video entry system.

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Boasting 551 Sq. Ft. of internal living space, this eighth floor apartment offers a spacious open-plan reception with fully fitted kitchen, a generous double bedroom, an abundance of built in storage to the hallway as well as a modern family bathroom. The development benefits from a 24 hour concierge service & exclusive residents gymnasium. The picturesque riverside location makes the walk into Greenwich town centre extremely enjoyable, whilst you are just a short distance from the beautiful open spaces of Greenwich Park.

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benefits from good accessibility to Central London through its proximity to Thornton Heath Railway Station, which is a 9 minute walk. Victoria is 24 minutes and London Bridge is 29 minutes. Showroom now open for viewings. Help to Buy Now Incentive now available. Featherstone Homes develop striking homes that are accented by superior attention to detail and are finished with exceptionally high specifications. With over

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100 years of collective experience, an acute awareness of customer demands are at the forefront of all constructions. Zion mews located in Thorthon Heath is surrounded by good quality schools and is very familycentred. Thornton Heath also has an excellent leisure centre with plenty of open green spaces. The Recreation Ground offers modern sports facilities and Grangewood Park’s extensive oak woodland, gardens, sports facilities and playground hosts a variety of family activities throughout the year.

“In addition to the quality local schools, family-centred Thornton Heath has an excellent leisure centre and plenty of open green spaces.”

PEDDER NEW HOMES Peddernewhomes.com, 0208 702 9999 info@peddernewhomes.com

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PRESENTING LAWRIE PARK PLACE Out With The Old And In With The New. Lawrie Park Place, a period style brand new development.

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he question of whether to purchase a period property to renovate or a new build, low maintenance property to move straight into is a question that many ponder over. Lawrie Park Place offers the best of both worlds, a period style property on the outside that blends in amongst the Victorian landscape of Sydenham and Lawrie Park, whilst designed and equipped to the standard of a high specification property.

A period property, such as the Victorian townhouses that are a common sight in Sydenham, often contain unique

characteristics. Having been built and designed by master craftsmen with sensitive care and attention, these period properties have stood the test of time.

With their high ceilings, generous gardens and distinct frontages, they offer bright spacious environments full of character.

Lawrie Park Place aims to combine these positive elements with modern construction techniques and create homes for today.

When choosing between ‘old’ versus ‘new’ homes, there are significant maintenance and running costs that need to be considered. In new homes, heat retention, generation and distribution are all greatly improved with measures such as low energy

hot water storage, air tightness control, enhanced insulation, double glazing and solar panel arrays to name but a few.

All of these techniques are utilised at Lawrie Park Place and the result is a home

"When choosing between ‘old’ versus ‘new’ homes, there are significant maintenance and running costs that need to be considered" which provides a more even distribution of heat whilst minimising energy consumption.

Purchasing new, you often have the comfort of a 10 year building warranty, energy efficiency and of course the knowledge that your home has had to conform to strict Building Regulations and comply with the Code for Sustainable Homes.

The homes are built using warm yellow Stock bricks, hand laid in the traditional style with gabled roof tops and casement windows. Each property at Lawrie Park Place will feature contemporary interiors, large open plan living spaces, each with a sleek contemporary kitchen by Rational.

All of the appliances will be ultra-energy efficient and as the kitchen is neutral each owner can design their interiors in tune with their individual taste.

The first phase will be ready for completion in Spring 2018.

To enquire about Sydenham, please contact Pedder on 0208 001 1454 or visit: www.lawrieparkplace.co.uk

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THE PEDDER GROUP COMMUNITY PROMISE Dulwich Park and Goose Green Fair

"It was also a welcome opportunity for The Pedder Group to share its deep ties with the community"

he annual Dulwich festival returned in May and we are pleased to report it was as successful as ever. It was delightful to see such a superb turn out for both the Goose Green and Dulwich Park Fair.

The sun shone at both fairs adding to the enjoyment of the days for the residents and stallholders; an excellent platform for local community business owners to showcase their talents.

The crowds enjoyed live music, Donkey Rides, A petting Zoo, Morris dancers,

and local food stalls, offering something for everyone. It was reassuring to see so many people eager to support their local businesses, and this really drives home how lucky we are to have this remarkable network of people around us in South East London.

Pedder employees attended the festivities handing out complimentary Pedder balloons and offering face painting which, as always, was a big hit on the day.

There were a lot of happy children leaving our stall with an array of butterfly’s, flowers, lions, spidermans and dogs painted across their faces! It was also a welcome

opportunity for The Pedder Group to share its deep ties with the community through its Community Promise activities. From sponsoring The Herne Hill Free Film Festival, St Christopher’s Hospice, The Horiman Museum, West Norwood Feast and also the local Schools (Further details are available on our Pedder Community Website (www.pedderproperty.com/Community).

The Pedder Group is a family run company, which is why we value giving back to the community so highly. Therefore we are very proud to be one of the longstanding sponsors of the Dulwich Festival.

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High View Road, Crystal Palace £525,000

Alleyn Park, Dulwich Village

A beautifully presented and much upgraded two bedroom ground floor garden flat positioned on a prime residential road easily accessible to central Crystal Palace. One of just two properties forming part of this attractive Victorian detached build.

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Honor Oak Road, Forest Hill £2,000 Per Calendar Month

Belvedere Road, upper Norwood £2,300 Per Calendar Month

The Gardens, East Dulwich £1,475 Per Calendar Month

A modern and well-presented house to let in the heart of Forest Hill. Offered partfurnished. Available in July. EPC: C

A huge two bedroom, en-suite bathroom luxury apartment centrally positioned at the top of Belvedere Road, moments from the leisure and shopping facilities of the Crystal Palace Triangle. EPC: B

Two bed Victorian apartment near the green open spaces of Peckham Rye Park and well located for bus and rail links.

Unfurnished. EPC C

Please call our Forest Hill office: 0208 702 9444

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 0208 670 7160

Please call our East Dulwich office: 020 8702 8222

Boxall Road, Dulwich £2,200 Per Calendar Month

Newlands Park, Sydenham £1,250 Per Calendar Month

Denhill House, Denmark Hill £2,900 Per Calendar Month

Newly refurbished three bedroom split level apartment in heart of Dulwich Village. Separate dine-in kitchen plus very modern bathroom. Unfurnished.

Available Now. EPC: TBC

A one double bedroom Victorian conversion flat to rent in Sydenham.

Comprising of a large reception room, kitchen with a breakfast bar, bathroom and communal gardens. EPC: D

A stunningly presented three bedroom property to rent, located in the ever popular North Dulwich Triangle. Located an equidistant to both Herne Hill Station and Denmark Hill Station. EPC TBC

Please call our Dulwich Village office: 020 8702 8111

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8702 9777

Please call our Herne Hill office: 020 8702 9555

Harpenden Road, West Norwood £1,750 Per Calendar Month

Anerley Road, Anerely £2,100 Per Calendar Month

Sandbourne Road, Crofton Park £1,600 Per Calendar Month

This split level property offers spacious accommodation throughout with a large reception room, three double bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. EPC: TBC

LUXURY Pent House - Brand new two bedroom, two-bathroom Pent house apartment with terrace and stunning views to rent in Anerley. Finished to the highest of standards. EPC: B

An immaculately presented four bed end of terrace house to let. This property has been recently refurbished throughout, benefits include off street parking. EPC: D

Please call our West Norwood office: 020 8670 9008

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 0208 670 7160

Please call our Crofton Park office: 0208 702 9333

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Zion Place, CR7 From £535,000

Thurlow Mansions, SE4 Starting from £415,000

A unique collection including of nine 3 bedroom houses situated within a gated development.

These houses offer spacious living areas, private gardens and off street parking. Only a 9 minutes’ walk Thornton Heath Station. Available on Help to Buy

Thurlow Mansions is a collection of two 1 & 2 bedroom luxury apartments in the heart of West Dulwich. Both apartments have been finished to an exacting standard offering modern open plan living space, bedrooms and kitchens.

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

Lawrie Park Crescent, SE26 From £1,095,000

Broca Court, SE4 From £695,000

A gated, boutique development of 27 contemporary 4&5 bedroom houses closes to Crystal Palace Park. Generously proportioned family houses built in a traditional - style brick, every house has its own front and rear garden and two parking spaces or garage.

Broca Court is a brand new development of two houses. The location of Broca Court offers green spaces, leafy streets, vibrant markets and abundance of eateries. Crofton Park station is a four minute walk with trains to London Blackfriars and Victoria.

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

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Concierge service We’ve been operating in this part of London for over 40 years and because we place so much importance on customer service and local knowledge, there’s very little we haven’t seen, heard or dealt with before.

We offer comprehensive advice for every stage of the process, so if you’re thinking of selling or letting your property, come and talk to us.

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