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Issue 36. December 2018 Lifestyle Photography Culture

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l Winter Season Notes Keep warm.

l Harrods The hamper and its parts.

l Britishness by Sophie Fitzjohn. l Buberry Christmas A festive campagne. l Burberry gifts Personalised pressies. l The Salad Calorie count down. l Luxury Corner Luxury times three. l Wine sense Harry’s take on wine.

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l Gift Parade The festive guide.

l Ice skating Somerset House.

Cover image: Josh Caudwell Still Life Photography Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Fresheye Magazine!

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know what instantly comes to mind for me… the nostalgic and fascinating history which oozes from every corner of the country, leading to a historic monarchy as well as, well-known characters, play writes and inventors from time forgotten; paving out our way of life, which has evolved from humble beginnings.

It’s fascinating to think how far back British history goes, starting with Egbert, a Saxon King from 827-839, who was the first monarch to establish a stable and extensive rule over all of Anglo-Saxon England. Of course Elizabeth II is our monarch who has been in power since 1952, and in 2015 became Britain’s longest serving monarch, ruling longer than her great-great grandmother Queen Victoria who reigned for 63 years and 216 days.

That’s a brief overview of the rich history our country is built on. However, Britishness to people today seems to be based more on our characteristics and how they define us as a nation. For instance, the Great British weather and how we deal with our defining and sometimes troublesome seasons, is always a hot topic! From bitterly cold winters, where

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What springs to mind when you think of ‘Britishness’? by Sophie Fitzjohn.

every year we never seem to be prepared for the snowfall which causes continuous chaos. To joyful Spring, where nature comes back to life, trees are blooming and the need for several layers of clothing has finally decreased!

Summer, Brits are known for putting up with damp climates mixed with the odd outburst of sudden blistering heat, where (almost) everyone heads to the nearest beach to catch their yearly dose of vitamin D! And Autumn where we enjoy our surroundings turning into crisp vibrant settings.

We moan, predict and discuss the weather almost daily, and it’s the first topic of nearly every conversation we have, why.. who knows? But we just wouldn’t be Brits if that wasn’t the case!

We are a nation who loves its food! Fish and chips, pie and mash, the hearty roast dinner and the much loved English Breakfast, they’re firm favourites which us Brits just can’t get enough of them when visiting our

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local country pubs; featuring roaring fire places and cosy interiors. Britain is also known for its diversity and rich ever-evolving cultures, which have introduced a variety of much loved cuisines. Our love for Indian, Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Thai and many more ,has all been as a result of the multicultural society we live in today.

Britishness around the world is known as a country where people queue in line for just about anything, and consider it rude to complain even when the services or standards we’ve received are inadequate. However we are also a country which stands up for its beliefs in times of adversity and stands together united to show strength, many scenarios of late illustrating this strongly. The stiff upper lip softens and the warm nature of our nation is clear to see. Our love of humour is also prevalent, as us Brits don’t shy away from laughing at ourselves, and the funny scenarios most of us find ourselves in from time to time. In a nut shell we are known for our British bulldog spirit and that’ll live on for years to come!

Quotes - When the weather’s good, there’s no better place to be than the British countryside.

Ross Kemp I am just grateful I have a British passport and a country here.

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Create a unique gift by adding their initials to a rucksack, scarf or bandana of your choice, fragrances and more.

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Burberry Christmas Experience some British eccentricity this season.

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ashion house Burberry has launched a Christmas campaign which has eschewed more familiar tropes of fairy lights and snow to shoot a ‘realistic’ depiction of the big day, albeit through a ‘fantasy lens’.

Shot by Juno Calypso, ‘Close Your Eyes and Think of Christmas’ boasts an all-star cast including the likes of Kristin Scott Thomas, Matt Smith, Naomi Campbell and M.I.A who each play their parts against a backdrop of delayed trains, feasting, family and unreliable weather.

Calypso commented: “I wanted to portray a more realistic British Christmas, but still shot through a fantasy lens. The campaign takes you through all the key seasonal rituals, both good and bad. That’s what brings us together.”

Amid the madness, Burberry showcases signature pieces of fashion-ware such as its trench coat, archive-print scarves, and The Belt Bag. The campaign also includes a preview of the new Vivienne Westwood and Burberry collaboration.

It will be hoping to win over shoppers this Christmas after it faced backlash over its use of real fur and burning of unsold goods. www.uk.burberry.com

1856 Thomas Burberry establishes Burberry in Basingstoke at just 21 years old, founded on the principle that clothing should be designed to protect people from the British weather. www.uk.burberry.com

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Winter Season Notes

inter is hear again and if you are of growing years it means it came around too soon.

But what does this mean for your wardrobe? Fresheye continues to document the seasons trends and highlight what we see as the influencial and most of all interesting nuances. Layering continues to be a way to build texture. It has a practical nature too in that it traps air creating that desired insulating effect important to keeping warm of course.

This time around our his and her round up centres on shape, texture and some traditional

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cuts. If dark and muted colour is your thing then highlight with texture. Get involved with the weaves of constructed textiles. Enjoy the chain and rope weaves in fine and chunky knitwear. Rediscover the traditional patterns and adopt them for a timeless accent in your wardrobe so you can pull them out for the next year, and year after.

Fashion note Pair up with well made accessory statement pieces. For men, the ‘man bag’ is here should you switch from a ruck sack. For women, leather gloves and chunky scarves look great.

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Chunky layer Above left: Alfred Dunhill Above right: Pringle of Scotland

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Fashion Above left: Alfred Dunhill AW 2018 Above centre: Pringle of Scotland AW 2018 Collection Above right: Chanel AW 2018 Above far right: Pringle of Scotland

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Fashion Above left: Valentino AW 2018 Above centre: Pringle of Scotland AW 2018 Collection Above right: Christian Dior pre fall 2018 Above far right: Pringle of Scotland

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Monochrome and texture

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Fashion Interior A new forecast at Fashion Flooring & Interiors by Dennis Sterne.

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ack in 1983 Spandau Ballet released their huge hit ‘Gold’ and the colour has made another triumphant return in the interior world. Interior Designer Kathryn Hughes tells me that gold featured big throughout the seasonal shows. NEC Birmingham Spring and Autumn Fair featured a plentiful decoration of gold in lighting, wall coverings, and furniture. Notable green accents were also featured. She referred to a delivery from Dubai which reflects the trend.

Dare I say it, but it could be safe to say that the Arabs love a measure of gold.

Trend Kathryn says that there’s a good demand for wallpaper which reveals adventure in the decision-making process. My query is whether paint wins over wallpaper for the sake of

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economy, but she argues that adventure as a trend makes way for wallpaper choice. This leads me to suppose that during adventurous times, there’s a greater demand for a little oppulance and embellishment. So, why not break out a little flamboyance when choosing for your living room, bathroom or bedroom.

It’s worth noting that flamboyance doesn’t have to mean highly decorative. The use of gold is as well placed in minimal design and a minimal setting. Also a considered placement in contemporary light fittings and structures.

Our trend topic touched on ‘checks with a twist’. This suggests to me that classic elements will always be revived.

Kathryn’s favourite period is art deco.

A revelation that I simply should have discovered earlier in my reporting of Fashion Flooring & Interiors. Goodness knows why the subject wasn’t eluded to in our previous

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meets. We agree that the art deco period appears to be the first movement to noticeably embrace a sense of futurist and minimalistic discovery. Look at art deco in fashion, jewellery, furniture, and interior design and see the handwriting that’s plain to see. It’s a notable period that birthed the re-invention of the woman too. Note shorter hair and hemline.

Some of the most accessible interiors for a source of inspiration and reference come from hotels. Kathryn’s favourite is The Delaro Hotel in South Beach Miami.”I looove’ she says. My recommendation is Blakes Hotel, Knightsbridge, London. Time for a little Google action.

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A note to all lovers of Pinterest. Pinterest is a great way to compile all your newly found

references to the things you love that may inspire your new interior. However once brought together these references can appear disjointed and incompatible in places. This is where the expertise of Kathryn comes into play. Count on her to make cohesive sense from a barrage of photos, colour swatches and thumbnails.

Autumn this year Fashion Flooring Interiors turned 1. Fanfare if you please! Its current collaboration is with Patrick Oliver (www. patrick-oliver.co.uk) utilising a useful concept called ‘Home staging’. If you are having trouble selling your property or simply want to maximize its sellability, what better idea than to make way for a temporarily displayed gorgeous furniture and fitting assembly presenting a ‘Life Style’. If you ask me, a very good idea seeing that many people fail to envisage the potential of a space unless it’s already beautifully presented.

Go discover Fashion Flooring & Interiors 1-3 High St, Bishop’s Stortford. The perfect opportunity to peruse beautiful fabrics, floorings, and accessories.

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Toss the salad The festive season is an ideal time to endulge. In between those naughty but nice dining settings try easing back off the calorie count.

Salads need not be boring so punch in the flavour and be imaginative.

Fresheye shows you the way.

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Arugua ans squash salad.

Embelish with rocket, shaved cheese, pine nuts and passion fruit seeds.

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Italian seafood salad.

Prawns, mussels, squid, rocket, parsley and a squeeze of lemon.

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Cold smashed cucumber and prawn noodle salad.

Served chopped red onion and basil leaf.

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Hoisin braised brussel sprouts and onion.

Festive season delight - punchy flavour.

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Thai noodle salad with peanut sauce.

Meat free, colour and flavour for extra zip sprinkle with nut oil.

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Fruit medley salad.

The old classic bowl of goodness.

Fruity perfumed sweetness that screams health.

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Luxury corner Fresheye honours a tradition in craftmanship celebrated brands.

Here’s our suggested three to consider for those timeless pieces that ooze luxury and quality.

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e have swiftly come into that time of year again. The light in the town have been turned on, supermarkets barrage your eardrums with Wham! and Mariah Carey, and you’ve even been able to purchase a present for your impossible-tobuy for father-in- law. But for the wine lover, if there is something we can all agree on is that Christmas is the time to indulge in a good bottle of wine or two. So here’s my quick fire guide to get the most out of your bottle over the Christmas period.

First up, we’re addressing the big one – food and wine pairing. A successful food and wine pairing may be considered a work of art; the romance and the symmetry between the flavours of your food and wine is irresistible.

But as they say, it does takes two to tango.

So do have a think about the food your going to be eating – it’s weight, texture, and flavour intensity. Also, take note of the sauce you’re going to be having with your dish.

Quite often, it’s the sauce that gives the dish its flavour. If your having duck with cranberry sauce, a medium bodied Pinot Noir will

The do’s and dont’s of wine at Christmas time

by Harry Fishpool. balance with the acidity and flavour profile of the cranberries.

Do learn a bit about your wine and where it has come from. Picking up a few facts about your bottle will impress your friends and it’ll put you in the good books of your wine loving boss. Itsamazing how much you’ll pick up and it’s a great way to discover what you like in a wine.

Don’t, for heavens sake, say ‘Oh, that’ll do!’

It is a cardinal sin to buy the first bottle you see. Do you remember when Sven-Göran Erikkson selected the young Theo Walcott for England’s 2006 World Cup squad? And do you know why Sven selected Theo? No? I don’t think anyone does.

When you enter a wine shop, talk to the shop assistants and pick their brains. They’re

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His wine knowledge gained from WSET level 3 Award in Wine.

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madly passionate about their subject and are more than willing to help. So the point is, don’t do a Sven and select the first thing you see – majority of the time, there are better options out there.

If you don’t like a wine, you don’t have to drink it. Everybody has different tastes and what lights up the tastebuds of one person, may not do for another.After all, there is no such thing as a perfect bottle of wine. And in my opinion, this is the most captivating aspects of wine.

If you’re at a a party, and you get along well with the host, politely ask if they havesomething else. If they’re a good host, they will kindly oblige.

Lastly, Christmas is all about rejoicing with friends and family; it’s a time to share stories, let your hair down, and have a good laugh.

Laughter brings the best out in yourself, and creates memories that last a life time. A good bottle of wine in good company and with good food is one of life’s simple pleasures. So go ahead and treat yourself this Christmas with a great bottle of wine and share it around with your friends and family!

Quotes - Men are like wine - some turn to vinegar, but the best improve with age.

Pope John XXIII

Good wine is a good familiar creature if it be well used.

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Harrods effect Fresheye goes West to London’s best known department store and discovers the hamper.

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Harrods An indulgent hamper laced with Christmas favourites. Richly fruited Christmas pudding, festive-inspired fudge, classic mince pies, tea, coffee and more, packed into a handsome wicker basket.

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STOCK NOTE Harrods Christmas Candy Factory.

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Williams Sonoma Harrods partners with Williams Sonoma to launch exclusive collection available in the U.S.

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Store CARTWRIGHT AND BUTLER Cartwright & Butler’s love of its Yorkshire heritage is showcased in the Helmsley hamper, named after a picturesque market town in Ryedale. Offering quintessential British favourites such as English breakfast tea, raspberry preserve, cheese flatbreads, biscuits and rhubarb and custard sweets, this mouth-watering hamper makes a perfect gift for friends and family.

CHAMPAGNE NOTE Region: Champagne, France Grape variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir Non Vintage Bottle size: 20cl Alcohol% : 12.0%

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Champagne The fine sparkle and bubbly personality of this Champagne make it the perfect host for a special celebration. This Champagne has lovely crisp minerality, backed by ripe fruit flavours, and great length.

Food pairing: White Fish, Hard Cheese, Soft Cheese.

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Store STOCK NOTE Simply Luxe designs Harrods’ new Exquisite Collection.

Working closely with the packaging design team at Harrods, the retail and product packaging company utilised its Nottingham design studio, before manufacturing the product at the Simply Luxe factory in Asia.

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Port and Stilton A timeless festive pairing, the complementary flavours of Port and Stilton are intertwined in this hamper. Including a late bottled vintage port and Harrods’ signature potted blue stilton complete with a traditional scoop, the pairing comes in an iconic wicker box to make the perfect gift.

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Gift Parade

The season of giving means that some careful decision making is at hand.

Fresheye makes some suggestions should you be in a quandary.

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Cartier watches It’s time to enter your finest hour.

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Hotel Chocolat Awarded the silver prize in the 2009 Academy of Chocolate awards.

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Hotel Chocolat is the only company in the United Kingdom to grow cocoa on its own plantation.

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Liberty Discover silk scarfs at London’s old department store.

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Aspinal Aspinal of London is the quintessential English luxury lifestyle brand offering womens designer handbags & purses, mens wallets & luxury leather gifts.

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Victoria’s Secret A new mark in feminism.

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Jo Malone A Britsh accent that’s most destinctive.

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Dyson Modern hair drying the Dyson way.

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Fortnum & Mason A little bit of what they fancy.

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Bombay Duck Making every day a little more fabulous.

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Fortnum & Mason Home of luxury hampers and gifts.

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Chanel An abstract floral bouquet composed around may rose and jasmine, brightened with citrusy top notes.

Aldehydes create a unique presence, while the smooth touch of bourbon vanilla leaves an incredibly sensual trail.

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Enjoy signature packaging with every order.

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COCO MADEMOISELLE Eau de Parfum Intense is an oriental, woody and ambery fragrance with an extreme character.

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Chanel cluth bag.

Timeless classisism in red quilted leather.

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Chanel Makeup Studio has created a special Christmas holiday collection to help you shine on special occasions.

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Before she was the designer Coco Chanel, she was Gabrielle. A rebel at heart, passionate and free.

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Mr Porter Offers express worldwide shipping to 170 countries.

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Over 450 leading international brands, with new products added three times a week.

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www.mrporter.com

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Yves Saint Laurent Winter 2018 matte lip coat.

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Antler Grab your case. Grab your passport.

Life, as they say, is there for the taking.

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Graphic designs High strength Macrolon polycarbonate.

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Tom Ford An unexpected blend of precious sambac Jasmine sepals absolute, an ingredient never used before in perfumery with dusky clary sage and rich spices, it unveils a new facet of Jasmine’s erotic decadence.

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Cohiba Cigars The leaves used in Cohiba’s production are the pick of the five best Vegas de Primera from the tobacco-growing districts of San Juan y Martinez and San Luis in Vuelta Abajo.

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ARMANI/DOLCI

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Sweet treats from ARMANI / DOLCI this Christmas.

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Burberry Say it with personalised gift wrapping.

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Hermès Gold Hermès Scarf

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Above: The Aventador CoupĂŠ has been engineered to revolutionize this concept and establish a new benchmark in the segment of super sports cars and beyond. This car aims to bring the future forward.

This is a true supercar legend in the making, which combines the tradition of the Lamborghini brand with a level of innovation which takes the House of the Raging Bull to hitherto unexplored territory.

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Above: Rolex Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date Watch.

40mm 18K yellow gold case, black time lapse Cerachrom bezel, black dial, and Oyster Glidelock bracelet.

Water resistant to 1000 feet.

Above right: Rutherford Hollywood Regency Black Gold Leaf Eglomise Collectors Cabinet.

Right: Estee Lauder gold eyeshadow.

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Ice -skating at Somerset House Enjoy a winter day out at Somerset House.

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et your skates on. Somerset House’s grand 18th-century courtyard is the stunning setting for an ice rink again this winter.

No matter how unimpressive your skating skills a trip to this 900-square-metre outdoor rink will be the very definition of festive fun. There are lots of tempting extras too: the Fortnum’s Lodge offers champagne, mulled wine and winter dining; and Skate Lates will feature Peckhambased radio station Balamii, Field Day founders Eat Your Own Ears and Supa Dupa Fly. Plus the Fortnum’s Lodge menu features winter classics like raclette, cheese fondue, smoked salmon and mince pies.

The Christmas Arcade will bring posh shopping from Fortnum & Mason - this year with a focus on all things chocolate - and guests can admire the skaters with drink in hand at the Skate Lounge, both of which can be accessed without a ticket.

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Skate Lates features an extra special series of music nights throughout the season for the perfect start to your weekend.

Fortnum’s Christmas Arcade returns, transforming the West Wing into a one-stop, essential festive shopping destination.

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Enjoy delicious treats at Fortnum’s Lodge after you skate. All designed for two to share.

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