editor’s letter Dear Darling Reader, Now that the election is over we can devote ourselves to more important matters – sunshine, tennis and plenty of Pimm’s.
Cover Girl: Fiona Jeffery OBE Painting by South African artist, Velaphi MzimBa Photography Taylor Torr
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Drinking to our good health is one of the themes of this issue, from Fiona Jeffery’s ‘Just a Drop’ which is doing such a great job in Africa and around the world to provide clean drinking water, to (possibly the other extreme) the opening of our very own brewery. Good health comes in the form of less sugar (from Marcelle Dubruel), Samsara’s Ayurvedic treatments and Harley, our favourite local osteopath. And talking of the sunny outdoors, we’re celebrating the sporting achievements of AFC’s Ladies' recent triumphs. The Wimbledon Club’s Men’s 1st hockey side as top club in the country and Jen Hesketh (and Minnie’s) extraordinary equestrian feats. Plus plenty more… And, as always, go Andy! Until autumn.
Karine Torr Editor | info@darlingmagazine.co.uk
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Fiona Jeffery and her Mums Army
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Vintage posters at the All England
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The Wimbledon Brewery opens its doors
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Rustic looks for your home
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Jen and Minnie - dressage queens
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Darling’s new nutritionist hits back at sugar
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All set for summer at Spoons
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Wimbledon Hockey Club win big
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Surrey Women’s Cup for AFC Ladies
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Carole’s your party girl this summer
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Who’s who on the darling social scene
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Ancient Ayurveda at Samsara Mind & Body
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Hospital care under the spotlight
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Be on trend - this season’s bright at absolute abode
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Build the home you dream of – Haven Construction
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andrew scott robertson - 40 years in Wimbledon
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Switching teens on and media off
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Dragon Boat Racing is back - Shooting Star Chase
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Classifieds & Hot Spots
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Kate Greenhalgh’s Point of View
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Fiona and the water babes
inspiring woman
‘Just a Drop’ goes a long, long way
Fiona receiving her OBE with family, daughter Lauren Jeffery, Husband Nigel Jeffery and son Cameron Jeffery
iona Jeffery loves the simple things of life. Dinner with friends, walking Captain the dog with husband Nigel on Wimbledon Common, a giggle with girlfriends, spending time with the family.
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Some of the experiences I've witnessed or stories I've heard in the past 18 years make you want to cry. Women raped as they trek for miles to reach water; children killed by crocodiles as they fill containers from the river.
Oh, as well as helping 1.3million mums and children in 31 countries to change their lives dramatically for the better.
Using experienced engineers, Just a Drop often operates in remote, rural areas that other, larger charities are unable to help, providing clean water and sanitation within easy access to every home."
Fiona founded the international water aid charity 'Just a Drop' in 1998 after discovering an astonishing fact: providing clean water to communities in the third world literally saved millions of youngsters. It's a shocking reality that every 20 seconds a child dies somewhere in the world because of unsafe water. "After all these years, I'm still amazed at how far we have come", says Fiona, a mother of two. "The charity started with a handful of enthusiastic volunteers who helped when they had a few moments to spare in between working and family responsibilities. It was a passionate, heartfelt response to the anguish of countless mothers who helplessly stand by as their babies die from water-borne diseases such as diarrhoea, typhoid and cholera.
It all began when Fiona was Chairman of World Travel Market, the largest, most influential business to business event for the travel industry involving 189 countries and 50,000 people. During that time, she became preoccupied with where the industry was going. In those days, the industry was very different - mass tourism was king with double digit growth. Travellers were desperate for their little bit of paradise but, Fiona worried, what happens if the industry destroyed its own product with beautiful beaches disappearing under a 'sea' of people? What about the communities who lived alongside these resorts? Did they benefit from the endless tourist invasion? "I felt that such a big and powerful industry should be a force for good and consequently embarked on a darlingmagazine.co.uk | june-aug 2015
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THE POSTERS by Richard Jones of The Tennis Gallery
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ver since the very first lawn tennis championships were played just off Wimbledon’s Worple Road in 1877, ordinary people have sought to emulate the grace, style and athleticism of the players who perform annually on the verdant lawns of the All England Lawn Tennis Club. Right from its earliest days in Victorian England, the game of tennis was seen as a symbol of aspiration and, as a result, was seized upon by advertisers wishing to sell their products and services to the masses. Tennis is rare amongst the major sports in providing women and men the opportunity to play and socialise together, and tennis imagery is the perfect vehicle to advertise family holiday destinations, hotels and travel by rail and air. The early days of the twentieth century saw a surge of growth in travel and tourism, and railway stations were the ideal places in which to display promotional material. Whilst commuters waited for rush hour trains, posters made them think longingly of trout fishing in the Scottish Highlands or winter skiing trips to the French Alps. Railway companies, both in the UK and abroad, began to commission artists to create appealing designs for their advertising posters and tennis was a popular theme used to sell a diverse range of products from biscuits, brandy and bicycles through to car tyres, coffee and Coca Cola.
of leisurely exercise, sophisticated onlookers and an attractive resort backdrop. As well as these general commercial uses, tennis images are also of course featured on posters advertising rackets, balls, clothes, shoes and tournaments. Each year the French Tennis Federation (FFT) commissions an established artist to produce a poster design to promote the French Open at Roland Garros, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments. This series dates back to 1980, and the most famous artist to contribute was the Spaniard Joan Miro in 1991. Miro’s avant garde image was given to the FFT by his family shortly after his death, the artist himself having been offered the commission during his last years.
In Britain, celebrated poster artist Tom Purvis produced a classic poster design entitled Harrogate - The British Spa which featured an Edwardian couple playing mixed doubles whilst their fashionable friends looked on. At around the same time, leading French poster artist Roger Broders produced the classic Monte Carlo tennis poster for the Paris Lyon Méditerranée railway. Both of these famous posters - like many others produced during the 1920s and 30s - featured a combination Images courtesy of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum.
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‘S’ for sugar Would you like to have more energy and be the right weight for you? Nutritional therapist Marcelle Dubruel chats to Darling
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oes the sound of chocolate, cake, ice-cream or a can of soda make your mouth water? Do you crave the comfort of carbohydrates? Does that late afternoon slump have you raiding the kitchen or heading to the local café for a little something to pick you up? Have you noticed that your clothes are feeling tight and you are gaining a few pounds each year? A rollercoaster of sugar highs and lows leaves us feeling heavier, exhausted and often dependent on caffeine to get us going and alcohol to relax us. You see, sugar is a modern day enemy! In fact, Professor of Clinical Epidemiology at the University of Liverpool, Simon Capewell says,“Sugar is the new tobacco”. Although we’ve long known that sugary drinks and sweets are not good for us, the food we consume daily also contains less obvious or hidden sugars. We need to become expert “sugar detectives”. Naturally occurring and added sugar is found in a number of foods, including; flavoured waters, yoghurts, sauces, dressings, processed meals and even bread. The good news is that you can break out of the sugar cycle. Eating in a way that keeps your blood sugar levels stable helps avoid the highs and lows that trigger pick-me-up cravings. My clients tell me they wake up feeling refreshed, enjoy steady energy throughout the day and lose weight without feeling hungry!
‘The good news is that you can break out of the sugar cycle’ The key principles of balancing your blood sugar are simple: Eat little and often and include protein with your meals and snacks. Choose good quality carbohydrates which have a low glycaemic load, and don’t spike your blood sugar. The challenge is letting go of old default habits and creating new ones. I can help you. Would you like to shed sugar and get ready for summer?
Contact me for a complimentary session, quoting DARLING. Marcelle Dubruel is a registered nutritional therapist and zest4life associate. She works with groups, individuals and families. 07710 234 282 marcelle@rootstovitality.com rootstovitality.com zest4life.com darlingmagazine.co.uk | june-aug 2015
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N THE SCENE WIMBLEDON HOCKEY CLUB GLITTERING END OF SEASON DINNER
l-r: Matt Riches, Jarred Treadaway and Phil Roper
l-r: Jo Close, Annie Breslin and Georgina Headley
THE REALLY HELPFUL CLUB HOSTS SEVERAL EXCITING EVENTS
l-r: Kate Holder, Claire Belderbos, Siobhan Nolan, Jules Iannotti, Isabel Hargreaves and Caroline Edwards at the London Rowing Club
l-r: Ben Marsden and John Harris All images: www.umoyaphotography.com
PEACOCK SOLICITORS SPONSORS POPULAR YPG EVENT
l-r: Kelly Duncan, Andy Smith, Kim Peacock (Peacock & Co Solicitors - sponsor) and Sebastian Edwards
SARAH MCALISTER EXHIBITION OF HANDMADE HATS Left: Barbara Brown, Alison Donaldson, Caroline Edwards, Sue Hovell, (back) Benny Harvey & Sarah Austin the Director of RHC
Styling talk with Anita Feron Clark (left) Sally Graham & Anne-Marie Taylor (mid)
Sarah Austin with speaker GB rower, Sarah Winckless
l-r: Bridget Russell with milliner, Sarah McAlister. Exhibition held at the Norma Plastow Gallery, Wimbledon Village
WORPLE ART GROUP SPRING EXHIBITION HELD AT ST MARK’S CHURCH
l-r: Artists Lew Lewis, Samaira Ali & John Hine
NATIONAL GOLF MONTH’S LAUNCH FOR MAY AT WIMBLEDON COMMON GOLF CLUB
l-r: Back - Jules Hoare (Chairwoman), Sally Burrough, Front - May Chee & Kirsty Asher Chapman
SPOTTED AT THAI THO
Owners, Adrian Mills & Nicky Santichatsak
BOUNCE LAUNCHES NEW MONTHLY MEMBER’S GYM
l-r: Leila Hall, Sarah Austin, Sarah Harris, Robin Hall, & Ladan Hall
l-r: Kate Hoey MP, Susie McHugh, Karen do Vole, Jill Jukes, Pam Roche, Joanna Croker (Lady Vice Capt), Martha Salsman Hernandez, Lauren Horsford (Surrey Ladies Champion and member of Wimbledon Park Golf Club) and Lindy Ratner with Carin Koch, Solheim Cup 2015 European Cup Captain in the foreground
l-r: David Dunne, Andy Beckinsale, George Lowe, Sam Twomey, Will Collier, David Van Gasse, Dan Cullen FRONT: William Beckinsale, Freddy and Burt Van Gasse
LEFT: l-r: Jamie Andrews, Aude Fellay, David Van Gasse, Mark England, Flo England
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Marek Bednarczyk
In the light of recent reports highlighting problems with hospital care, Marek Bednarczyk suggests prevention is perhaps better than cure. In order to make sure that patients can achieve the best outcome for themselves, it is vital for them to be proactive. To this end, patients and their family members can take a few important steps to help reduce the risk of clinical negligence before any problems arise. 1. Don’t waste any time. It may sound obvious but, where possible, seek medical treatment before you become an emergency patient. 2. Do not suffer in silence. If you are in hospital, make sure you explain your symptoms and full medical history to the doctors and nurses very clearly. If the medics treating you aren’t fully aware of your medical history and current symptoms, it’s much easier for them to make mistakes in diagnosis and treatment. 3. Instruct your relatives to communicate any issues or concerns. Post-operative recovery can be problematic, especially if a patient is unable to talk to doctors and nurses. Family members should, therefore, provide information and/or raise any concerns with hospital staff on behalf of a patient.
4. Do not be afraid to “make a fuss”. Raising genuine concerns in a reasonable way is not the same thing as “making a fuss” over nothing; this is no time to be shy. It’s also a good idea to monitor what happens by keeping a written record or diary. If any problems do arise, this written account may help if you do need to pursue a legal claim later. 5. Listen carefully. Ask nurses and doctors to explain any risks and potential complications in plain English. If you know what to expect, you can inform your doctor and/or other hospital staff about any adverse reactions or other problems straight away, so that they have more time to respond. Of course, the main responsibility for treatment still lies with the clinical staff. If clinical standards fall short and you suffer from avoidable injuries, a specialist clinical negligence lawyer should be contacted without delay. Time is of the essence as there is a threeyear time limit for making claims regarding injuries caused by clinical negligence. Marek Bednarczyk is a partner at law firm Hart Brown, a leading law firm with offices in Wimbledon Village, throughout Surrey and in London. To find out more, please contact Hart Brown on 020 8947 8171 or clinicalnegligence@hartbrown.co.uk. darlingmagazine.co.uk | june-aug 2015
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This summer’s trend story Vibrant colour palettes at absolute abode
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right mojitos and cocktails, farmers' markets overflowing with sumptuous fruits and vibrant green leaves on Wimbledon Common are all signs of summertime. These bright colours are uplifting and are part of our summer trend story, 'Spontaneity’. This summer, spontaneity means being bold and playful with colour. There are lots of ways to invite spontaneity into your home. Decorative accessories such as candles, tea towels, throws and cushions are great ways to splash around some playful colours and patterns. Be bold with our outdoor furniture – go for bright colours and strong patterns that will make a statement.
For those of you looking to introduce bright colour more permanently into your home, consider the kitchen area. Due to its utility, the kitchen is often a space that has a relaxed and casual feel and can easily take some playful colours. Our design team has recently specified a number of fabrics for chairs and occasional seats in a lime and yellow colour way – a fresh, uplifting and youthful colour for a kitchen space. If colour is not quite right for you or your space, classic neutrals and whites within the home are still very much on trend. With a white colour palette, there is always a concern of making the space feel sterile, or of stripping it of its sensuality. By layering textures, such as linen napkins with hand-made porcelain bowls within a monochrome colour palette, your space will still feel sensual whilst maintaining a monochrome, minimalistic style. Our design team has recently been to Milan for Salone del Mobile, the largest furniture fair in the world, and have brought back with them the latest trends and designs for your interiors. If we can assist you with a project, please call us on 020 8090 3210. absolute abode 76-78 Coombe Lane Raynes Park SW20 0AX www.absoluteabode.com
Cambria Architecture changes the way you live
www.cambriaprojects.co.uk
020 8605 2432 in and around Wimbledon
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Your Dream Home Paul Bryan, Darling’s builder has a vision for you
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ith interest rates still low, and the economy continuing on the up, there couldn’t be a better time to add value to your home. It could be that loft or basement conversion you’ve always dreamed of, an open plan living space or simply using skylights to let the summer sunshine in. Our most popular alterations: • A family room opening out to the garden through bi-fold doors • An additional bedroom, dressing room and en-suite
• That new kitchen with work surface aplenty • Heated floors throughout below the wooden lookalike tiles • Natural light beaming into your living area • Creating the inside-outside feeling we all would love. • An open-plan kitchen/diner
The best approach with any new build is to work together very closely at the planning stage so we have a shared vision of what my clients are looking for. It’s this foundation at the very beginning that creates the kind of working relationship you need for the best results. Whatever you have in mind, my team and I can turn your home into a haven. With an excellent reputation in South West London, I have a passion for meticulous planning and great craftsmanship. All of my tradesmen have a minimum of 15 years' experience, and I’m particularly proud of the feedback I get from clients about the quality, reliability and timely completion of my projects. Take a look at the examples on my website, or give me a call to discuss your dream haven. havenconstruction.org.uk 07880 546 063 darlingmagazine.co.uk | june-aug 2015
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' Other People s Children
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By Kate Greenhalgh
Frankly, if young Lionel expects me to Nutribullet locally sourced organic watercress of a morning, this is possibly not the holiday for him. In our family, we get up, we go to the beach and we have chips. Whilst having a henna tattoo which often goes a bit septic. Similarly, if Flossie, on a conditional offer from Cambridge, doesn't wish to go clubbing at the local ghastly 'boĂŽte' and take part in the luridly narcissistic 'Made in Vale do Lobo' teen-scene which enthrals my own children, but would rather stay in the villa and read 'Middlemarch', again, we are maybe not the right family for her. We have our values and our standards.
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t's time to look forward to Other People's Children coming on holiday with us in the summer, to make the experience bearable for our own children. This is very complicated to arrange. The other children have their own holiday plans, their families are doing similar juggling, and the delicate issue of ground rules has to be addressed. Is it ok if we let them go to the resort's teenage stews and fleshpots and get in at 3am if we promise to shout at them if they're late home? Is it even ok to shout at them? Am I really still responsible for them using their Factor 50 and not losing their wallets? You hear horror stories about Other People's Children - the food intolerances, the moans about lack of wifi, the fuss about a few little jellyfish stings. Minefield!
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We've been very lucky so far - our guests are invariably so sweet, polite, well-behaved and mature, that I end up shouting at my own children, "Why can't you be more like Penelope?" To which they usually reply, "Why can't you be more like Penelope's parents?" Always so hurtful, isn't it, how Other Children's Parents are more hip, fun and nice? Bah! Last year, as my own kids lay dissipatedly on sun beds around the pool, with antisocial ear-phones in, listening to random rap music and not helping me to unload the dishwasher, Other People's Children were patiently nodding to my mum's reminiscences of the Bombing of Swansea, and unpacking the food shopping for me. And so I say to Other People - thank you for your children, and I hope they can come again!