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Welcome to Fletchers’ last property and lifestyle magazine of 2015, don’t worry though we will be Autumn / Winter 2015
back in Spring next year! In this edition we look into the latest trends in keeping fit along with all the history of London’s oldest independent brewery. You will also find information on the area’s best eateries and bars, as well as a selection of stunning properties for sale and to rent. There is something in here for everyone and we hope you enjoy the read. RUPERT MERRISON, SALES MANAGING DIRECTOR & ALEX HARRINGTON, LETTINGS MANAGING DIRECTOR
Contents
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03 STRETCH OUT IN WEST LONDON
We look at some popular alternative exercise classes in the Chiswick area.
04 FLETCHERS' BEST BITS IN CHISWICK
14 MADE OF LONDON
Facts and figures surrounding London’s oldest independent brewery, Fuller's.
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SALES SOLD LETTINGS LET
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STRETCH OUT
IN WEST LONDON Exercise isn’t all about treadmills and pumping weights. For improved flexibility, greater mental clarity and reduced stress we look at some popular alternatives available here in West London.
YOGA
PILATES
TAI CHI
A Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, a part of which, including breath control, simple meditation, and the adoption of specific bodily postures, is widely practiced for health and relaxation.
Developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 20th Century, Pilates is a system of exercises that strengthens the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and enhance mental awareness.
Tai Chi is a martial art that has evolved into an effective means of alleviating stress and anxiety. It has been considered to be a form of 'meditation in motion', which promotes serenity and inner peace.
ROKO CHISWICK
TEN STUDIOS
EARTHLIFE WELLBEING & FITNESS
Located at Chiswick Sports Ground Roko is part of a larger chain offering a good range of alternative exercise classes. You can choose from Tai Chi, Yoga, Pilates or BodyBalance, a fusion of all three that builds flexibility and strength leaving you feeling centred and calm. roko.co.uk/chiswick | 020 8747 5757
Barley Mow Centre is the Chiswick home for Ten who have studios throughout London. If you are looking for a Pilates class that has a bit more bite then this could be for you. They have developed ‘Dynamic Pilates’ which offers all the usual benefits of Pilates with the addition of circuits, weights and spin. ten.co.uk | 020 8996 1710
Earthlife is a unique and tranquil facility set in the arches of Kew Bridge where the emphasis is placed on providing a personal and holistic approach to fitness, health and wellbeing. Exercise classes include Yoga, Pilates and Dance with a focus on personal attention with no more than 8 – 9 people in any mat-work class. earth-life.co.uk | 020 8940 0888
BIKRAM YOGA CHISWICK
RACHEL LAWRENCE PILATES
YOGA WEST
If you like it hot this specialist Bikram Yoga studio is a great place to sweat it out. With temperatures kept at 40 °C to allow deeper stretching you will work every single muscle, gland and organ in your body. Located in Essex Place there is an off peak £40 for 30 days introductory offer or you can drop in from £15 per class. bikramyogachiswick.co.uk | 020 8995 9955
Trained in California, Rachel teaches every class personally. In addition to Pilates, she has created a series of ballet barre classes called Pop to the Barre, which focus on calorie burning and boosting your metabolic rate for weight loss, toning and cardio strength. Dance conditioning is a great way to improve cardio fitness, and it’s lots of fun. rachellawrencepilates.com | 07930 564437
London’s leading private Yoga and Pilates provider, YogaAt, has opened its first studio to serve West London. Located at Warple Way, all classes are drop in so you have the flexibility to come along when it suits you. There is a special offer for new members where you can attend most classes for 30 consecutive days for only £45. yogaat.com | 020 8993 1597 Au t u mn / W i nt er 2 0 1 5 FL ETC HER S 3
Fletchers' Best Bits in...
Chiswick
LIFE IN CHISWICK "I LOVE THE VILLAGE FEEL THAT CHISWICK GIVES YOU. THE VIBRANT MIX OF SHOPS, RESTAURANTS AND GREEN SPACES COUPLED WITH THE TRANSPORT LINKS MAKE THIS A WONDERFUL PLACE TO LIVE."
LOCAL RESIDENT
L
ocated on a meander of the River Thames, Chiswick is an attractive suburb of west London and a desirable address to own a property. A historical home for a prosperous farming and fishing industry in days gone by, the name Chiswick dates back to the 18th century meaning ‘Cheese Farm’. It has long been considered an ideal location for families, with great schools, immaculate parks and a market town feel with local butchers, bakers and greengrocers on your doorstep. The reliable transport links and good variety of restaurants and bars means young professionals are now looking to Chiswick as a preferred area to live.
VINOTECA Vinoteca aims to create a convivial atmosphere in which to serve high quality, characterful wines (also available to take away at retail prices) and simple yet imaginative food created from fresh, seasonal produce. Take your friends and enjoy a great meal at affordable prices or use the online shop. vinoteca.co.uk
PHO Pho is a family-run business serving great value and authentically prepared Vietnamese food in locations across London. They specialise in pho, the Vietnamese national dish – an amazingly tasty and nutritious noodle soup, as well as other authentic Vietnamese dishes, coffees, beers, cocktails and fresh juices. Smokehouse
phocafe.co.uk
Hedone
EAT & DRINK
SMOKEHOUSE Smokehouse has the warm atmosphere of a village pub complete with three open fires, landscaped garden and terrace. The menu is crafted by the UK’s top barbecue chef, Neil Rankin, who uses his creativity and background in the classics to bring a twist to the traditions of fire-based cooking. Vinoteca
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smokehousechiswick.co.uk
HEDONE At Hedone they do not have a fixed menu that they serve day after day for weeks, most dishes are cooked to order. The produce they work with may vary daily and the way they cook them can often change spontaneously depending on individual variances of the produce. Pho
hedonerestaurant.com
HEALTH & BEAUTY THE HOGARTH HEALTH CLUB Looking to get into shape or maintain your current form? The Hogarth Health Club is more than a health and fitness club. The bar, restaurant and terraces provide a wonderful location to socialise either privately or with other members. Their social calendar includes an eclectic mix of sporting, culinary and fun events to suit all tastes. thehogarth-px.rtrk.co.uk
The Hogarth Health Club
SOUTH BEACH South Beach cater for the best modern beauty treatments in a safe, professional environment where you can feel comfortable and at ease from the very moment you walk through the door. Treatments are private for both men and women. They are children and pram-friendly, having a special supervised play area with toys for kids. southbeachw4.co.uk
South Beach
People Hair
PEOPLE HAIR Based in the heart of Chiswick, People Hair has a contemporary ambiance with multinational vibes. Merging the latest trends with stylish and wearable looks in a modern decor and funky environment. Using current organic and natural products to cut and style, colour and highlight hair, your crowning glory could not be in safer hands. peoplehair.com
SHOPPING
AS NATURE INTENDED
LEA & SANDEMAN
NATOORA
MINT VELVET
As Nature Intended sell organic food and natural remedies. They passionately care about what we put into and onto our bodies so they only sell products with the highest quality ingredients. When sourcing products they consider the impact on the environment, animal welfare, fair-trade practices and small British suppliers.
Lea & Sandeman have been trading for 27 years and continue to be totally independent wine merchants. Their highly acclaimed list reflects relentless globetrotting in search of wines that offer interest and quality at prices to please. Visit them on Chiswick High Street for some advice and tasting sessions.
Natoora work with producers who prioritise flavour in their growing, bringing you the same fantastic tasting fruit and vegetables used by London's top chefs. The shop in Chiswick combines a friendly in-store experience with advice, product knowledge and tasting. Pop in for the finest seasonal produce, cooking events and more.
Mint Velvet believes that fashion should be fun, that luxury should be affordable, and that looking gorgeous needn't be difficult. So, they take trends and relax them, creating seasonal collections for easy every day style that you can simply slip on to feel effortlessly chic even on the busiest of days.
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Homes for sale in Chiswick
Priory Avenue, W4
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
ÂŁ3,795,000
A beautifully presented six bedroom Norman Shaw Grade II listed Bedford Park home with two bath/shower rooms, a study, two receptions, kitchen/dining room and to the rear is a 50 ft garden and a roof terrace.The property is situated in the sought after Bedford Park Conservation Area, energy rating f. 6 F L E TC HERS Autumn Autumn// W i nte r 20 1 5
Homes for sale in Chiswick
Cygnet House, W4
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
ÂŁ2,500,000
A beautifully presented Grade II Listed Georgian house situated in the sought after Chiswick Mall area with four double bedrooms and a large through reception room. To the rear is an attractive south facing garden leading onto the River Thames, energy rating e. Au t u mn / W i nt er 2 0 1 5 FLETC HER S 7
Homes for sale in Chiswick
Stamford Brook Road, W6
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
£2,150,000
A substantial and well-presented five/six bedroom, semi-detached, family home with, a large through reception, extended kitchen/dining room. To the rear is a stunning 70’ garden with side access, energy rating f.
Rusthall Avenue, W4
£1,600,000
A beautifully presented four double bedroom Victorian family home with a large through reception opening onto a fully extended kitchen/dining room with concertina doors looking out onto an attractive west facing garden, energy rating d. 8 F L E TCHERS Autumn/ Autumn / W i nte r 20 1 5
Homes for sale in Chiswick
Goldsmith Avenue, W3
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
ÂŁ1,350,000
A five bedroom Edwardian home with two receptions, kitchen/dining room, two bath/shower rooms and to the rear is 36 ft garden.The property is well presented throughout and retains many original features, energy rating f.
Surrey Crescent, W4
ÂŁ1,200,000
A stunning four bedroom, show home with excellent specification and finish throughout, offering versatile accommodation with contemporary kitchen, stylish bathrooms, private off street parking and rear garden. Au t u mn / W i nt er 2 0 1 5 FLETC HER S 9
Homes for sale in Chiswick
Hatfield Road, W4
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
£1,100,000 Staveley Gardens, W4
A three double bedroom Edwardian home with two newly fitted bath/shower rooms, front reception, extended kitchen a 30’ landscaped garden with rear access, energy rating c.
Chiswick Staithe, W4
£1,000,000
A six bedroom detached family home with views across playing fields to the River Thames.The property is idealy located for access to Chiswick High Road,energy rating d.
£960,000 Carver Close, W4
£850,000
An attractive and modern house with three bedrooms, two A beautifully presented modern end of terrace four double bedroom home with two bathrooms, one en-suite to the master bathrooms, and a charming rear garden. There is also secure gated parking, energy rating c. bedroom and private garden, energy rating d.
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Homes for sale in Chiswick
Evelyn Road, W4
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
£735,000 Fletcher Road, W4
A beautifully presented three bedroom conversion in a detached Victorian house with an attractive 45’ rear garden, energy rating e.
Wellesley Road, W4
A split level first and second floor Victorian conversion with large reception, breakfast room, two double bedrooms and a west facing roof terrace, energy rating c.
£650,000 Grange Road, W4
A three bedroom split level maisonette with two bath/shower rooms, front reception and a kitchen/dining room which leads onto a private 25’ garden, energy rating d.
£675,000
£599,950
A well presented two double bedroom first floor Victorian conversion, with a large reception with original fireplace. The property is offered for sale with no onward chain, energy rating d.
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Sold
Newton Grove, W4 Sold
This property was sold for an excellent price within a few weeks of marketing.
Duke Road, W4 Sold
Fletchers successfully sold this beautiful family home after a strong marketing campaign.
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Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
Lonsdale Road, W4 Sold
Fletchers successfully sold this attractive family home in excess of the asking price.
Emlyn Road, W12 Sold
Fletchers received multiple offers on this attractive family home after many viewings.
Sold
Fairlawn Grove, W4 Sold
Fletchers have sold this period home after receiving multiple offers close to the asking price within a few weeks.
Antrobus Road, W4 Sold
After a successful marketing campaign Fletchers sold another property on Antrobus Road.
Chiswick sales 020 8987 3000
Cleveland Avenue, W4 Sold
We successfully achieved an offer very close to the asking price after interest from many parties.
Thorney Hedge Road, W4 Sold
This period family home received lots of interest and was successfully sold by Fletchers.
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MADE OF LONDON
Located in the heart of Chiswick, Fuller's is a family brewery that has remained true to its origins. We take a look at some of the facts and figures surrounding London’s oldest independent brewery.
Beer has been brewed in this part of London for more than
350 YEARS
Fuller's have been brewing in Chiswick for
John Fuller entered the business in
1829 209,000
barrels of award-winning ale
CHISWICK BITTER LAUNCHED IN
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170 YEARS
Fuller, Smith & Turner formed in
1845
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when John Fuller invited John Smith and John Turner on board
Shakespeare in the Garden venues
LONDON PRIDE LAUNCHED IN THE
1950s
managed pubs and hotels
From London Pride to Chiswick Bitter there are
The Griffin Brewery runs up to
203
55
different beers and ales brewed at Fuller's
651
60
boutique bedrooms in its managed estate
ESB named World Champion Beer on
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lagered for
days
The original families who started the brewery are still at the of the business today
2
occasions
A tasting tour of the famous Griffin Brewery costs
ÂŁ10
tours per week
Frontier Lager is
countries worldwide
Like many Londoners Fuller's have no garden but they do have great river at the foot of their FULLER'S door BREWERY
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tenanted pubs
Fuller's beers exported to more than
me
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bottles of London Pride were given to thirsty horses back in the day when city deliveries were made by horse and cart
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ESB LAUNCHED IN
1971
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Homes to let in Chiswick
Woodstock Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
ÂŁ1,550 pw
A stunning and recently refurbished five bedroom family home to let in the Bedford Park Conservation Area. The property includes a juliette balcony and a west facing garden, energy rating d. 16 F L E TCHERS Autumn / W i nte r 20 1 5
Homes to let in Chiswick
Hartswood Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
ÂŁ1,395 pw
A six bedroom family home ideally located for Wendell Park and Stamford Brook tube station. The property is beautifully presented with excellent storage throughout, energy rating d. Au t u mn / W i nt er 2 0 1 5 FL ETC HER S 1 7
Homes to let in Chiswick
Windmill Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
ÂŁ950 pw
A newly refurbished three double bedroom home located on this residential road in Chiswick, ideal for access to the many bars and restaurants on the High Road and Turnham Green tube, energy rating e.
Beaumont Road, W4
ÂŁ870 pw
A spacious four bedroom family home on a residential road in Chiswick. Tastefully refurbished throughout the property also benefits from a number of period features and offers a large eat in kitchen dinner along with additional living space, energy rating e. 18 F L E TC HERS Autumn / W i nte r 20 1 5
Homes to let in Chiswick
Chiswick Common Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
ÂŁ1,000 pw
A newly refurbished four double bedroom family home, overlooking Chiswick Common. The property is ideally located for access to Turnham Green Terrace, energy rating e.
St. Albans Avenue, W4
ÂŁ692 pw
A lovely three bedroom,two reception family house, located in the sought after Bedford Park Conservation Area, near local amenities on Chiswick High Road. The property features orginal wood flooring and a west facing garden, energy rating e. Au t u mn / W i nt er 2 0 1 5 FL ETC HER S 1 9
Homes to let in Chiswick
Fairfax Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
£2,400 pw Duke Road, W4
A five double bedroom family home that has been architecturally designed throughout, situated in the heart of the Bedford Park Conservation Area, energy rating f.
Rylett Crescent, W12
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This property is located in one of the area’s most desirable roads, ideally situated for Chiswick High Road. It combines period features with a contemporary finish, energy rating f.
£1,100 pw Hartswood Road, W6
A large double fronted four bedroom family home on a tree lined residential road with high ceilings and period features throughout. The property is well presented and further benefits from a large basement for additional storage, energy rating f.
£850 pw
£650 pw
A unique and spacious, gated three bedroom house, with off street parking. This charming property has been recently refurbished throughout, energy rating e.
Homes to let in Chiswick
Duke Road, W4
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
£645 pw Rylett Crescent W12
A bright and spacious four bedroom family home on a residential road in the sought after Glebe Estate area, energy rating e.
Rugby Road, W4
A refurbished three bedroom bungalow located on a residental road in the popular area of Wendell Park, with off-street parking, energy rating e.
£775 pw Beaumont Road, W4
A bright and spacious four bedroom family home, on a quiet and tree lined residential road, that features wood flooring throughout, energy rating c.
£611 pw
£438 pw
A spacious two bedroom flat, with wooden floors and a modern finish throughout. The property also has additional storage, energy rating c.
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Let
Carlton Road, W4 Let
This four bedroom property was let to a corporate tenant within the first week of marketing ahead of another agent.
Windmill Road, W4 Let
This three double bedroom property was let over the asking price to a corporate tenant on a three year tenancy.
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Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
Gainsborough Road, W4 Let
Fletchers successfully let this three bedroom property to a professional couple.
Upham Park Road, W4 Let
After unsuccessful marketing from numerous other agents, Fletchers quickly secured a long term corporate tenant.
Let
Flanders Road, W4 Let
A four bedroom and newly refurbished family home, let to corporate tenants on a three year tenancy.
Sutton Court Road, W4 Let
This three bedroom property was let to a corporate tenant during the first week of marketing.
Chiswick lettings 020 8742 4100
Fielding Road, W4 Let
Fletchers secured a two year quality tenant following a successful marketing campaign.
Cornwall, W4 Let
This four bedroom property was let at the asking price via a relocation company, ahead of multiple agents.
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