Life Magazines (Herts editions): February 2015 by Fish Media Group Ltd

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Welcome to our February issue...

t’s no wonder that a new cookery school opening in Radlett would be received with a great welcome. The many TV programmes and colour magazine articles which shower us with delicious food creations every day and the vibrant eating out scene have helped create a huge interest in baking and cookery of every description. The arrival of the Bartholdi Cookery School has inspired many people to take the opportunity to either enhance their cookery skills or take the first basic steps in learning how to cook good food. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has today awarded the Pierre de Coubertin medal to Geraint John – a resident of St Albans – for outstanding service to the Olympic Movement. The medal was presented by Sir Craig Reedie, Vice-President of the IOC, at the Royal Institute of British Architects, London. Making the right choice of school for your child is a daunting prospect. With so many excellent independent secondary schools available, all displaying an impressive pedigree, it is easy to become overwhelmed when choosing the school that will be best for your child in terms of academic fulfilment and personal development. Peter Hamilton, Headmaster of Habs talks to our Corinne Sugar. Recently described by the Good Schools Guide as “a small but perfectly formed school “ and with a 140 year history, Lockers Park currently caters for boys from 5-13. The new, purpose designed Pre-Preparatory School for children from 4-6 will complement this with up to date facilities and dedicated staff, while drawing upon its traditional values.

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25 february Ghosts and Ghouls Guided Walk As we explore haunted St Albans, we will visit many places that are noted for some strange events. Stories of the well known phantoms of the town will be related by the guide. During this walk you may wonder if we are on our own - who knows! Join us and discover the hidden, ghostly side of St Albans. The walk will start from outside the front of the Old Town Hall (outside Merchant tea & coffee) at 8pm. £4 for adults and £2 for children. All tickets can be bought online at www.stalbanstourguides.co.uk or in person at The Tourist Information Centre. Outside the Old Town Hall, Market Place, St Albans, AL3 5DJ

ARTS & events

CALENDAR 22 february Cambridge Glass Fair @ Knebworth Leading specialist fair with around 70 exhibitors selling fine antique and collectable glass alongside contemporary artists showing their own work. Special in-fair exhibition of Whitefriars glass. A great day out for enthusiasts and collectors of glass of all genres and periods from early Georgian drinking glasses right through to stunning contemporary studio pieces, including paperweights, Art Deco, Lalique, Victorian, pressed glass, scent bottles, jewellery, Scandinavian, Murano, Maltese, Bohemian, decanters, Monart, Czech etc etc. Exhibitions, refreshments, free parking.10.30am-4.00pm, admission: £5 (Acc.children under 16 foc.). Knebworth House, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 2AX 8 FEBRUARY 2015

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14 march Bonhams Valuation Day Is your loft full of unknown treasures? Dust them off and head to Hertford Theatre to get them valued. Bonhams’ specialists offer free auction advice on any item - jewellery to cars. 8pm. £15. Hertford Theatre, The Wash, Hertford, Hertfs, SG14 1PS

8 march Aldwickbury Park Wedding Fair

Come along to our first wedding fair of 2015 and see the newest function suite in Harpenden. Joining us will be plenty of wedding specialists, live music from our house band Number 7, free bridal gift bag and a glass of bubbly on arrival. If you haven’t found a venue yet then make sure you meet our wedding co-ordinator for exclusive offers on the day only! Free entry and parking. 11am-3pm. Aldwickbury Park Golf Club, Piggottshill Lane, Harpenden, Hertfordshire, AL5 1AB

16 febraury Mummy Making

21 february Sandon Village Market

A special family event for St Albans’ Residents First Weekend. Meet an “Egyptian Priest” and find out about his work, including how he mummified bodies! Free. Plus the first ten people who bring proof that they live in St Albans City and District will recieve a special museum mug. All children must be accompanied by an adult. 10.30-12.30. £6 (£5 Young Friends). Sessions should be booked and paid for in advance Museum of St Albans, 9a Hatfield Road, St Albans,Herts, AL1 3RR

Sandon Village Market is a friendly farmers/ craft market showcasing locally created products. Our regular produce stalls include locally reared meat, pork pies, artisan breads, fruit,veg and cakes. Also our clever crafters display a wide range of jewellery, cake stands, paintings, toys, sweet treats and cards. Come browse the stalls, catch up with friends and enjoy some refreshments – it would be our pleasure to see you there. The market has been running for approximately 10 years and has an excellent local following and reputation and we are always looking for new and exciting stalls to join our regular stallholders. Sandon JMI School, Sandon, Nr Buntingford, Herts SG9 0QS

17 february St Albans Pancake Race On Shrove Tuesday, come along and join in the Pancake Race! There’s the traditional running race and the Flippin’ Walkers race, both organised by St Albans City and District Council and sponsored by Radio Verulam. Starts 12 noon. Outside St Albans Old Town Hall, St Peter’s Street, St Albans

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Half Term Time Travel at

St Albans Cathedral

t Albans Cathedral is hosting a free, half term Family Discovery Morning on Thursday 19th February to celebrate the 900th anniversary of the current building’s completion and dedication back in 1115. This fascinating new trail for children has been specially developed to remember how the Norman Abbey would have looked 900 years ago. Young visitors will learn about how it was built, create their own model of the tower and have the chance to meet and dress up as historical characters. Steve Clarke, Education Officer at St Albans Cathedral, said, “This is a special anniversary year for St Albans Cathedral and we’re looking forward to travelling back in time with our younger visitors to find out how our ancestors created such a wonderful building. Be prepared to learn facts and information that they never teach you in school!” The Family Discovery Morning is free and there is no need to book. The trail and activities are suitable for children aged 3 to 11, and children need to be accompanied by an adult. The Cathedral will be celebrating this historic anniversary with ‘Dedication 900’ events throughout the year, including the installation of 7 new statues on the medieval screen in the Nave, a fascinating series of lectures and exhibitions and the annual Alban Pilgrimage attended this year by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, and the Archbishop of Rouen, Mgr Jean-Charles Descubes. The building of the present church began in 1077 by the first Norman abbot, Paul of Caen. It was the largest church in the land at the time, replacing an earlier Benedictine abbey founded by King Offa in 793. The second Norman abbot, Richard d’Albini, saw the construction through to completion and had the finished building dedicated in great splendour and in the presence of the King and Queen. That year the royal court was held in St Albans for Christmas and so the magnificent dedication ceremony happened on 28 December 1115. You can find out more about Dedication 900 and details on all St Albans Cathedral children’s events at www.stalbanscathedral.org or call 01727 890290.

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The Dedication 900 Lecture Series

To tie in with the Cathedral’s anniversary year, St Albans Cathedral Study Centre is running a series of Dedication 900 Lectures which focus on three of the martyrs depicted in the new statues on the Nave screen. A one course dinner and coffee in the Abbot’s Kitchen at 6.30pm is followed by the lecture in the Crypt at 7.30pm. Places cost £18.50 per event, or £5 for the lecture without dinner. Monday 23rd March Blood and Sweat: the Witness of Oscar Romero’s Life and Death. Jan Graffius, conservator of Romero’s relics. Monday 20th April From Princess to Holy Martyr – St Elisabeth of Russia Christopher Warwick, biographer of St Elisabeth of Russia. Tuesday 19th May Penultimate Things: Dietrich Bonhoeffer and the Guardianship of Culture. Jacob Phillips, KCL.

THE DETAILS To book for any of these events, email studycentre@stalbanscathedral.org or call 01727 890205. ••••• www.stalbanscathedral.org

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Figuratively Speaking Gallery Rouge introduces the classical beauty of the human form through the disarming gaze of two twentieth century artists; the perfect antidote to the era of home technology

new generation of painters are claiming the figurative genre from the passages of history and appointing it with refreshing modernity. Too often classical is misplaced as old fashioned. Empowered by talent and obsessed with beauty, artists Talantbek Chekirov and Charlotte Greene have recently joined the ranks at Gallery Rouge and have quickly seduced collectors with soft strokes and lingering looks. As Francesca Gavin, curator of the Soho Few genres are better able to tell a story as well as figurative, by inviting our imagination to will the outcome of an intimate moment House Group observes, “As the classical education of the past becomes defunct, the visual references of the ruins of history are ripe for reinvention”. Indeed Chekirov and Greene have not abandoned the traditional devices of figurative portraiture; a

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chaise longue is replaced by a comfortable arm chair, a flowing dress updated with a short shift. This is the new zeitgeist, firmly placing human attitudes in soft yet unwavering focus. Drama also hides beyond the edge of the canvas, waiting to enthral a captive audience in private silence. Few genres are better able to tell a story as well as figurative, by inviting our imagination to will the outcome of an intimate moment. Our gaze is Chekirov and Greenes reward for years of dedication to patient observation. Born in 1971 in the former Soviet Republic of Kyrgyzstan, Talantbek Chekirov’s works are extracts of his rich and broadly situated ideas concerning the ideal notion of beauty in painting infused by his knowledge of anatomy, graphics and composition. Chekirov approaches painting as an artisan, drawing on his background in theatrical painting and constructive art. This tactile proposition is refreshing; our homes are now cluttered with plastic screens and remote controls which beep and flash, disrupting the chance we may take to pause or relax.

in the selection of Charlotte Greene upholds his philosophy that fine and ornamental art is fundamental to the decorative scheme of the home. Undoubtedly a pivotal year for the future of figurative art Greene, born in Cumbria, also counts 1971 as the year of her birth. Encouraged as a child by her own artistic mother, Greene’s arrival as a professional painter was preceded by years of deliberate gradual development. Merging family commitments whilst augmenting and enhancing her natural ability, Greene fine-tuned the integration of domestic life with creative ambition. The artist acknowledges the complex and multi-faceted role of the contemporary woman; her heroines possess style as well as substance reflecting the hope to be intelligent, desirable, maternal and successful. With ever increasing demands on our homes to accommodate a multitude of shifting functions we feel pressure in defining decor; shelter, private restaurant, hotel and increasingly office space. All of this serves to demonstrate the growing trend for receding boundaries between form and function. To challenge this for so many now, walls are not just filled with colour or pattern but with purpose through the artwork they hold. As Chohan succinctly articulates, “collectors are engaging our services to assist in reclaiming their homes from technology, home working and the monotony of domestic chores. Our purpose is to help accomplish a beautiful and surprising environment in which to live, and figurative painting remains a vital offering from our portfolio.” Left: Charlotte Greene ‘Glamour II’ Original Oil 31x42 inches £1,695; Below: Talantbek Chekirov ‘Stay Here’ Original Oil 50x50 inches £1,695

I hear very often from our clients that art is personal and they won’t know the painting they are looking for until they see it Gallery Rouge owner Kuldip Chohan elaborates that living with art should sooth, enhance, enliven and reflect the mood of the home owner, “I hear very often from our clients that art is personal and they won’t know the painting they are looking for until they see it. I opened my galleries in St. Albans and Harpenden to provide comfortable yet neutral spaces in which to experience the power and quality of the artworks for the first time, but myself and the consultants never forget that we are merely temporary carers of the works before we help find them a permanent home”. The second of Chohan’s recent representations

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The Spa at Luton Hoo welcomes the luxury brand ESPA

elax, recharge and replenish at The Spa at Luton Hoo Hotel, Golf &Spa where the luxury skincare and spa brand ESPA has been launched. Featuring products used in the world’s leading beauty and health retreats, the all new spa menu offers the ultimate relaxing and therapeutic experience.

Unwind in stunning surroundings

Set in the heart of Luton Hoo’s tranquil 1,065-acre estate, away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, the spa occupies a stunning setting in which to relax and unwind. The spa - which is open to non-residents and offers treatments for men and women - is situated in the converted historic coach house, next to an oak-beamed indoor swimming pool, and provides a true sense of escape the minute you walk through the door. There are six treatment rooms with indoor and outdoor relaxation areas. Spa guests are free to enjoy the infinity

which include facials, massages, scrubs and body wraps, are perfect for guests with limited time, or can be added to another treatment to enhance the spa experience. The rest of the menu includes a full range of solution-led body treatments and massages designed to benefit your specific needs. All facials include a consultation and a combination of personalised products most suitable for your skin type. For a top to toe experience, round off a treatment with a luxury OPI manicure or pedicure. ESPA days are the perfect present for someone you love, or a wonderful way to spend a day catching up with a friend. They include packages for golfers and mums to be, an afternoon tea day and pamper evenings with dinner. Other days include a two-course lunch in Adam’s Brasserie or the 19th - plus a glass of Champagne with Luton Hoo’s Hoo’s Ultimate Indulgence Day - and all guests receive a robe, slippers and towel on arrival and have full use of the Country Club facilities. So when it’s time to relax, look no further than the new ESPA at Luton Hoo.

The spa is situated in the converted historic coach house, next to an oak-beamed indoor swimming pool swimming pool and other facilities, including a fullyequipped gym, vitality pool and heat therapy suite with a sauna, steam room and solarium, or simply sit and take in the natural surroundings. Afterwards sip a cup of hand-blended tea - including one specially blended for Luton Hoo - or enjoy a healthy snack in the neighbouring 19th Bar or a meal in the relaxed surroundings of Adam’s Brasserie.

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Harnessing the restorative powers of natural products and proven skincare science, ESPA’s Luton Hoo is offering an exclusive rejuvenating, revitalising and ESPA offer to Life Magazine readers. nurturing products are used in Book any 55 minute treatment and leading spas around the world. receive £10 off. Valid Monday – Friday Luton Hoo’s new spa menu until the end of February 2015. contains something for everyone, Quote ‘Life at The Spa’ when including express treatments, pre booking. and post-natal massages and - for a very special treat - spa days. The 25-minute express treatments, 14 FEBRUARY 2015

THE DETAILS The spa is open from 9am to 8pm and welcomes residents, members and day guests. ••••• To find out more about the spa call 01582 698855 or download the new ESPA treatment menu at www.lutonhoo.co.uk

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BARTHOLDI COOKERY SCHOOL, RADLETT

just cooked. The class sizes are limited to a maximum of six people so that everyone receives personal attention and lots of hands-on experience and the emphasis is on having fun whilst learning, with everything provided for your day. No matter the age or skill level of an aspiring cook, be it a student or other person newly having to cater for themselves, a person finding more time on their hands and wanting to learn more, or an accomplished cook wanting to broaden their knowledge, the Bartholdi Cookery School offers a range of classes at different times and days of

We have spent many years successfully training people on how to make really first class dishes Toni Bartholdi chef and owner of this latest addition in a line of successful food related businesses said ‘so many people are apprehensive about cooking and believe they cannot cook well, but what they really lack is being shown the easy way to prepare really tasty and creative food and then gaining confidence as they realise they can do it! We have spent many years successfully training people on how to make really first class dishes, some quick and simple and others more involved.’ Classes are held by Toni in his fantastic modern open plan kitchen which opens onto a lovely garden, making a perfect Summertime setting to eat lunch which you have

the week including weekends which hopefully will suit everyone. The classes will change through the months to offer seasonal variations and corporate events can also be catered for. THE DETAILS 24 Newlands Avenue Radlett WD7 8EL 07710 172727 ••••• www.BartholdiCookerySchool.co.uk

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Architect becomes first Briton to receive IOC Pierre de Coubertin medal

he International Olympic Committee (IOC) has today awarded the Pierre de Coubertin medal to Geraint John – a resident of Fishpool Road in St Albans – for outstanding service to the Olympic Movement. The medal was presented by Sir Craig Reedie, Vice-President of the IOC, at the Royal Institute of British Architects, London. The award makes Geraint John the first British recipient of this special decoration since the medal was inaugurated in 1997. Sir Craig Reedie said: “I am delighted to have presented this prestigious award to mark Geraint’s many years of outstanding service to the Olympic Movement. “The Pierre de Coubertin medal reflects the Olympic values of respect, excellence and friendship. Geraint has proved to be a great friend to the Olympic community, both in Britain and around the world, and brings a wealth of experience and expertise to Olympic design. “The award of the Pierre de Coubertin medal is the richly-deserved recognition of a lifetime of service.” An architect by profession, Geraint has been recognised for a long and distinguished career in the design and provision of international sports facilities. A Senior Adviser to Populous since 1996, the global sports design practice and architects behind three Olympic stadia (Sydney 2000, London 2012 and Sochi 2014), Geraint

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was Chief Architect and Head of the Technical Unit for Sport at the GB Sports Council for 21 years. He is also Honorary Life President of the International Union of Architects (UIA) Sports and Leisure Programme Group, of which he has been a member for more than 25 years. Through these roles, Geraint has a made a significant contribution to the IOC’s promotion of environmental and sustainable sports facilities that deliver lasting Olympic and Paralympic legacies. He helped produce the IOC’s Sustainable Stadia Guide and advised on the permanent stadia exhibition at the recently renovated Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, the largest archive of Olympic Games memorabilia in the world. Commenting on the award, Geraint said: “To be the first British recipient of this award is quite overwhelming. Architecture has and will continue to provide exceptional service to the Olympic Movement and I accept this award on behalf of all the talented people from so many countries that I have been fortunate to work alongside.” Rod Sheard, Senior Principal at Populous, said: “As a friend and colleague of over 20 years, I am delighted to see Geraint’s hard work recognised. Geraint brings both architectural and international expertise to every project, and his contributions have proved invaluable to the experience and enjoyment of Olympic Games for millions of people around the world.”

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THE BADA ANTIQUES & FINE ART FAIR 18th – 24th MARCH 2015 | Duke of York Square, off Sloane Square, Chelsea, London SW3

ong-regarded as the premier national fair, The BADA Antiques & Fine Art Fair, which takes place in the Duke of York Square, off Sloane Square, is the leading event for sourcing antiques and fine art of assured quality and authenticity. It is the only event on the international art calendar exclusive to members of the British Antique Dealers’ Association, and will see the display of a diverse range of important furniture, objet d’art and paintings. Ninety-eight of the most renowned art and antiques dealers from around the country, representing a variety of specialisms, have confirmed their attendance. Returning Exhibitors include leading dealers Godson & Coles, Harris Lindsay, Thomas Coulborn & Sons, Lennox Cato, Frank Partridge, Anthony Woodburn Ltd, Trinity House, The Taylor Gallery, Sandra Cronan Ltd., and Holly Johnson Antiques. New Exhibitors include Beaux Arts London, Philip Mould & Company, Michael Hughes, Peter Lipitch Ltd. and Ted Few. The exquisite range of jewellery brought by various dealers has always been a highlight at the BADA Fair, and this year is no exception. Amongst the offerings from Sandra Cronan Ltd. is an important pair of diamond ‘waterfall’ earrings dating from c. 1940, each featuring 8 pear cut diamonds, and smaller baguette cut diamonds. A further notable category is clocks, which are always well represented at the BADA Fair. Anthony Woodburn will bring a magnificent William and Mary turtle shell and gilt table clock dating from c.1695 as well as a remarkably preserved CharlesII walnut and marquetry longcase clock. There are several trends that have emerged amongst the items being submitted by the dealers for the upcoming BADA Fair. These include a rise of European furniture and objects designed in an Oriental style. Godson & Coles, specialist in 18th and 19thcentury furniture, as well as Modern British art, will bring a rare George I period, scarlet japanned bureau cabinet, signed by maker Daniel Massey, Frank Partridge will devote his entire stand to Chinoiserie items. Another prevalent style in furniture will be fine pieces in English Oak as seen on the stands of Wakelin & Linfield, Witney Antiques and Shaw Edwards Antiques. Yet again the fine art at the BADA Fair encompasses some wonderful British examples, ranging from 18th-

century watercolours, modern British sculpture and contemporary works. The BADA Fair has a long tradition of supporting charitable causes, and has raised over £3 million for a variety of charities over the years. This year the BADA Fair is delighted to announce The Haven Trust as its beneficiary. The Haven Trust is an award-winning breast cancer charity, offering support and complimentary therapy to patients. The BADA Fair will host a Charity Gala Dinner for The Haven Trust on the evening of Thursday 19th March in the Cellini Restaurant, within the BADA Fair. Following the success of the catering at last year’s BADA Fair, the upcoming edition will see the return of celebrated caterers Absolute Taste running both the Cellini restaurant and Duke of York Brasserie. World-renowned and family-owned champagne house Taittinger will once more be sponsoring the Champagne Bar.

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THE DETAILS Ticket Prices: £10 for a single ticket, £15 for a double. All tickets include a BADA Handbook and one re-entry pass per person ••••• Please visit www.bada-antiques-fair.co.uk Or email: enq@bada-antiques-fair.co.uk 20 FEBRUARY 2015

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The Art of Love… A rt enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves all at the same time, like being in love art evokes all different kinds of emotions. As quoted by Georgia O’Keeffe ‘I found I could say things with colour and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way - things I had no words for’. If you want to say something special why not choose art to lead the way, many people are now ‘embracing art’ and beginning to realise it is the most intense mode of individualism that the world has ever known. Embrace is a key word for the month of February and Gallery 1066 would love you to embrace and experience the wonder of art. With over 3,000 sq. ft of gallery over two floors there is a stunning range of affordable work on display in many guises from both British and International artists – whether you are looking for a special painting, sculpture, original glassware or unique gifts ideas we have those finishing touches here at Gallery 1066 and our second Gallery ‘London Row International Fine Art’ which are both situated in the heart of Baldock. Sourced from around the world both Galleries offer an eclectic mix of talent and original gift ideas making Baldock one of the leading art destinations in

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Hertfordshire. Be inspired and take a visit to these hidden jewels in Baldock, Gallery 1066 is nestled down a cobbled mews where you can enjoy a complimentary coffee or a glass of wine whilst you soak up the artistic talent on display and London Row is a 2 minute walk away next to the Church and The George restaurant where you can enjoy a bite to eat. As Pablo Picasso once quoted ‘art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life’ and we welcome you to enjoy a fine art experience in both our galleries – a warm welcome awaits you. The gift of art…. an investment to last a lifetime. THE DETAILS

To find out more about our artists and calendar of event please contact Hayley Norman at Gallery 1066 Fine Art Ltd ••••• Tel: 01462 622233/896164 info@gallery1066fineart.com ••••• www.gallery1066fineart.com, Willow Mews, 6a Hitchin Street, Baldock SG7 6AE

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Chelsea Old Town Hall, Wednesday, 18th - Sunday, 22nd March 2015

he Chelsea Antiques Fair returns this Spring coinciding with BADA. The newly designed floor plan, launched at the September Fair, will be introduced to the Spring Fair to be able to accommodate more exhibitors offering a wider variety of objects and styles. The five-day Spring Fair will have more late night openings to fit in with the local residents schedules. The distinctive charm of the Chelsea Old Town Hall contributes to the success of the Fair, which attracts connoisseurs as well as collectors of all ages. With price tags ranging from an affordable £50 to exquisite pieces worth thousands of pounds, the boutique-style feel makes this the perfect destination for anyone looking for a great variety of fine art, antiques and design. Around 40 specialist dealers have been chosen for their expertise in each field and paintings specialists will be next to jewellery dealers, furniture beside silver, Works of Art neighbouring glass and ceramics. The date line ranges from millions- ofyears old fossils to early 20th Century decorative art. To enhance the experience, there will be guided tours around the Fair, which will encourage visitors to chat to dealers and learn more about their specialities as well as learn insider tips on collecting art and antiques in general. The Fair will support the local charity, Children’s Hospital Trust Fund, again. It was set up by a team of paediatric doctors in recognition of the fact that sometimes more than NHS funds are needed to maintain the excellent level of care in hospital for children and their families. Based on the advice of the medical trustees, they step in to support the 75,000 babies, children and their families

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THE CHELSEA ANTIQUES FAIR who come to Chelsea and Westminster Hospital every year by funding state of the art medical and surgical equipment which wouldn’t otherwise be available in the hospital; from specialist play equipment for sensory rooms to million pound surgical robots. As Fair Organiser, Caroline Penman said: “Visitors keep commenting how welcoming our Fair is and they admire the fact that there is a lot of choice at reasonable prices. Many locals return to the Fair for several days, but we also get a huge amount of foreign visitors, who all tend to find something to take home with them.” From left: Nicholas Bagshawe Fine Art, Romagnoli - Portrait of Elizabeth (Bettie) Northrup Powell with a crop and an American Boxer. £45,000; Paul Mayhew Fine Art, Thomas Meteyard “Mrs Meteyard in Henry James’ garden at Rye” £20,000; Nicholas Bagshawe Fine Art, Portrait of Louis-Napoleon Bonaparte – £15,000; Nicholas Bagshawe Fine Art, Harry Hall “Bon Mot” £9,500

THE DETAILS Open: 18– 22 March, Wednesday 2pm - 8pm, Thursday 11am–7pm, Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-5pm ••••• Admission: £6, but E-Tickets & details on: www.penman-fairs.co.uk ••••• T: 01825 744074 FACEBOOK/ TWITTER (@PenmanFairs)

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CHOOSING THE PERFECT

PLAYHOUSE

FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES – AND YOU! is entirely up to you – and your child! You can paint the interior walls in any colour you choose, from pale blue to bright red. You could even wall paper the inside of your playhouse for that real cosy, lived in feeling. Depending on what your child, children or grandchildren plan to use the playhouse for will determine how you furnish it – it may be a castle with a princess hiding in the highest room in the tallest tower, a cowboy saloon, or somewhere to do their homework. Adding a comfy sofa or chairs will really bring the house to life, whilst a practical desk will provide ample space to study. You could even include a bed for those summer sleep overs! With a little help from The Playhouse Company you can create the perfect playhouse that will take your child all the way from their toddler days to their teenage years.

One of its aims is to create a house that can be used for as long as possible, even becoming a “teenage hideaway”

hoosing a play or tree house for your children or grandchildren can be overwhelming. What size and style is best for your little ones? How will it fit into your garden and will it complement its existing design? A playhouse can also be a significant investment, so ensuring it is the right one, and is built to last, is imperative. The Playhouse Company, a designer and builder of beautiful wooden play and tree houses, has vast experience in bringing playhouse dreams to life. The process begins with your initial idea. The Playhouse Company then uses this vision, taking into consideration the age of the children and the layout of the garden (which is either through a photograph or a site visit), to create a design. Designs are then translated from sketches into a beautiful detailed structure. One of its aims is to create a house that can be used for as long as possible, even becoming a “teenage hideaway” in later years or incorporating garden storage making it a dual purpose playhouse. The Playhouse Company can work with all types of gardens & any size, including those with uneven surfaces in which case it creates a sub base. It has also been asked on many occasions to incorporate existing features into the design, for example building a house around an ancient tree, along an old wall, or in a compact corner. It is the company’s bespoke service that allows you to create the perfect house for your garden as well as for your children. What you do with your child’s play or tree house once The Playhouse Company has delivered and installed it,

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THE DETAILS For further information about The Playhouse Company, its ranges and services please visit www.theplayhouse.co.uk or call 01544 387 100.

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Inspiring

tomorrow’s stars Images courtesy of Capel Manor College

college, with centres within easy reach of Hertfordshire at Enfield, Crystal Palace Park, Gunnersbury Park, Regent’s Park and Newham. The College offers a range of full, part-time, evening and weekend courses as well as Apprenticeships, and professional short courses for furthering your career. The College’s specialisms include animal management, horticulture, saddlery and leatherwork, landscaping, garden design, arboriculture, forestry and floristry. Students gain nationally recognised qualifications leading to employment, a career change or access to Higher Education. Training focuses on practical hands-on skills, ensuring students gain invaluable Been experience in real situations. inspired? Try

something new this Easter

Capel Manor College has new courses in floristry, garden design and horticulture starting in April, and all specialisms launch new courses every September. If your resolution for 2015 is to learn something new or perhaps to find inspiration for a career change, Capel Manor College can open doors to fresh horizons.

uring the dark days of winter, a career in the great outdoors may be furthest from your mind. But as spring approaches, your thoughts may turn to such inspirational events as the RHS Chelsea Flower Show (19-23 May), the RHS Hampton Court Flower Show (30 June to 5 July) and country shows such as the Hertfordshire County Show (23-24 May) showcasing a wide range of land-based skills and businesses. So if you get the land-based bug, where can you go to realise your dream? “Capel Manor College is full of inspiration, and finding out how well its students do at shows and competitions sold the course to me. I knew that that was what I wanted to do one day.” So says Sarah Jarman, RHS Chelsea Flower Show Fresh Talent winner and recipient of an honours award from the Worshipful Company of Gardeners. Miss Jarman is currently in the second year of her Level 3 Diploma in Garden Design at the College and has set up her own garden design company. A group of Capel’s Level 3 Garden Design students and Level 3 Landscaping students are currently working on a show garden which will be open to the public at the Ideal Home Show in Olympia in late March. The garden, entitled The Shower of Life, is one of the entries selected for the Young Gardener of the Year competition this year. Capel offers a wide range of opportunities for success at a national level while studying.

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Award-winning achievements

The College’s saddlery and leatherwork school offers prestigious qualifications supported by the livery companies of the Cordwainers, Saddlers, Loriners, Curriers and Coachmakers and the talented staff and students are committed to keeping the tradition of hand-sewn leatherwork alive. When Capel students submitted their high quality entries into the annual Society of Master Saddlers’ National Saddlery Competition in February they were awarded 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th places in the trainee bridlework category!

THE DETAILS Advice Evenings and Open Days take place at all five College centres throughout the year. Visit www.capel.ac.uk or call the friendly Admissions team on 08456 122 122 to find out more or to discuss which course might be right for you, or visit the website: www.capel.ac.uk

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St Columba’s Catholic Boys’ School

The school’s strength lies in the combination of high expectations, a culture of mutual respect and care

Catholic school, St Columba’s is open to boys of wide variety of religious traditions, with learning underpinned by the Columban code of Courage, Courtesy and Compassion. While striving for academic excellence the College realises that it is whole-person education that best prepares boys for the world, recognising that moral and spiritual qualities are essential in achieving roundness of character. The school’s strength lies in the combination of high expectations, a culture of mutual respect and care, creating a stimulating happy environment in which boys thrive and

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learn, building firm foundations for confident socially-skilled pupils. The community is vibrant and the students are the best evidence of what a Columban education can produce. THE DETAILS St Columba’s College, King Harry Lane St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 4AW ••••• 01727 855185 www.stcolumbascollege.org

An Education for Life

at Abbot’s Hill School

bbot’s Hill is a thriving and dynamic school, for girls aged 3-16 and boys aged 3-5, situated in over 70 acres of beautiful parkland on the outskirts of Hemel Hempstead. The school has a strong record of academic success and the girls who leave in Year 11

go on to study at a variety of Sixth Forms including St Albans School, North London Collegiate and St Albans High School. The school is a happy and united community in which every pupil is truly known as an individual and given the opportunity to challenge themselves, discover and develop their own unique talents. This is evident in the vast range of extra-curricular clubs on offer that provide a lively balance of sport, performing and creative arts, science and technology, journalism, problem-solving and debating. Abbot’s Hill prides itself on its pastoral care. The sense of being part of an extended family is frequently commented on by pupils, parents and staff alike. In such a nurturing environment, pupils grow naturally in confidence, are happy to embrace new challenges and eagerly take on increasing responsibilities. Pupils leave Abbot’s Hill fully equipped to take on with passion the challenges and opportunities life has to offer. THE DETAILS For further details, please contact the Registrar on 01442 240333 or visit: www.abbotshill.herts.sch.uk.

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LOCKERS PARK TO OPEN PRE-PREP

Exciting school news in West Hertfordshire as Lockers Park announces plans to open a Pre-Prep in September 2015

ecently described by the Good Schools Guide as “a small but perfectly formed school “ and with a 140 year history, Lockers Park currently caters for boys from 5-13. The new, purposedesigned Pre-Preparatory School for children from 4-6 will complement this with up to date facilities and dedicated staff, while drawing upon its traditional values. Nestled within 23 green acres, the Pre-Prep which will take children for Reception, Years 1 and 2. An innovative curriculum will offer children vital opportunities to develop creative, physical and social skills. Small class size and nurturing individuality remain central.

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The Pre-Prep will be co-ed and will welcome girls, while the existing Prep School will remain firmly boys only. Girls will move after the first three years to a range of local girls and co-ed schools. Headmaster Christopher Wilson: “As we welcome young children to early school life, we are very confident that we can offer the best education and outstanding facilities to both boys and girls. From Year 3 and above, we remain wholly committed to a boys-only education which is our heritage as we believe that older boys thrive in this environment, both educationally and socially. This is a very exciting chapter in our long history.” THE DETAILS Lockers Park School Lockers Park Lane Hemel Hempstead, Herts HP1 1TL ••••• 01442 251712 www.lockerspark.herts.sch.uk

Aldenham Today

he Aldenham Foundation, incorporating the St Hilda’s Education Trust alongside the Aldenham Prep School and Aldenham Senior School, has created a mutually beneficial partnership of schools sharing similar values and ethos. The benefits since forming a Foundation of schools nearly four years ago have been felt right across all areas of the curriculum and extracurricular activities. Aldenham is a small but vibrant community where pupils and staff enjoy their studies. Founded as a traditional boarding school in 1597, Aldenham today offers

Day, Boarding and Flexi-Boarding options for both girls and boys, with current boarding numbers at their highest for over 20 years. Still on the same original glorious site surrounded by green fields, within the M25 and yet only 30 minutes from central London, Aldenham is a small caring school with a staff to pupil ratio of 1:8 so our pupils enjoy individual care and attention. A broad range of optional activities, including team sports, dance, sailing, horse riding, drama productions, concerts and academic societies are offered and students are encouraged to get involved in the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. Sixth Form students have their own recently built Sixth Form Centre and Common Room which now boasts a super new coffee bar. THE DETAILS Aldenham School, Aldenham Road, Elstree, Hertfordshire WD6 3AJ ••••• 01923 858122 www.aldenham.com

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HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT SCHOOL PETER HAMILTON, HEADMASTER OF HABERDASHERS’ ASKE’S BOYS’ SCHOOL Making the right choice of school for your child is a daunting prospect. With so many excellent independent secondary schools available, all displaying an impressive pedigree, it is easy to become overwhelmed when choosing the school that will be best for your child in terms of academic fulfilment and personal development

y now you will have visited numerous open days, acquired packs of prospectuses and met multitudes of inspirational children and teachers. Further, you will be facing the fact that most independent schools have small class sizes, exceptional exam results, motivated staff, an extensive range of extracurricular activities, a cabinet full of trophies, and more! So, how do you best make an informed decision? Primarily, choosing a school is about choosing an academic ethos that will enable your child to succeed, not just in their exams, but in their lives after education. Most schools supply an information book alongside their prospectus and this should explain the how each curricular subject is taught and what exactly is on offer. Some schools expect pupils to drive their own learning; others may have a more creative, or project focused, approach. Some schools will offer little or no flexibility when selecting examination subjects; others may afford students a variety of choices. Knowing your child’s areas of strength, you should be looking to choose an approach that will engage them and

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encourage them to learn throughout their life. A child’s schooldays, however, are not merely about absorbing knowledge or acquiring grades. Ensuring that the school has the correct type of pastoral support and care for your child is paramount to their success and happiness. For example, how are classes set? Ability setting may be too competitive for some; geographical location ensures classmates are close to each other both inside and outside of school, better encouraging the kind of lifelong friendship that schools inspire. Additionally, how pupils are supported through exams – planning, revision strategies, stress management – and the UCAS process, should form part of your decisionmaking. At 11, this may seem early, but it is certainly not premature. Before you know it, you’ll be watching them receive their exam results and waving them off to University. In the case of Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School, we admit the brightest boys, and at every stage of their development our curriculum is expressly designed to keep them involved, stimulated and eager to learn. We are known for our academic excellence and the vast majority of our students go on to their first choice university, with exceptionally high numbers to Oxford and Cambridge. We produce confident and self-motivated young men who are fully prepared for the challenges of the future. We have a strong and supportive multicultural community at our core. Students make friends across the most extraordinary range of backgrounds and cultures, and our community stands as a beacon of tolerance and respect. The right school will share the values and aspirations that you have for your child. It will have demonstrated how it nurtures pupils, how it gets the best from them inside and outside the classroom, and it will already have struck a chord with your family. I wish you the best of luck in making your decisions. THE DETAILS Haberdashers’ Aske’s Boys’ School Butterfly Lane, Elstree, Hertfordshire WD6 3AF ••••• Tel: 020 8266 1700 • office@habsboys.org.uk www.habsboys.org.uk ••••• Open Day: Sat 3rd October 2015 1 – 4pm Booked tours are available throughout the year

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St Helen’s School, Northwood of their new Performing Arts Centre, opened an Air Dome and a PTA-funded Climbing Wall, and also confirmed plans for a new, state-of-the-art building for the Junior School, which is due to open in September 2016. The next step is to further develop their ambitious cocurricular programme, which will give St Helen’s girls the

Their ambitious co-curricular programme will give St Helen’s girls the edge in their professional careers and university applications

t Helen’s is enormously proud of the achievements – both in the classroom and beyond – of their outstanding pupils. The complete education provided for girls aged 3 – 18 means that the girls’ personal integrity is developed, while encouraging intellectual and creative talents. This year, among many other notable successes, St Helen’s have celebrated 57% of A levels and 82% of GCSEs being awarded A* or A, enjoyed making great use

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edge in their professional careers and university applications, and set them well on the path towards leadership in their chosen fields, professions and communities. St Helen’s draws on its resources of highly qualified, talented and enthusiastic staff, excellent facilities and a beautiful site as well as a committed and supportive parent body. THE DETAILS For further information, including dates of their June and September Open Events in 2015, please call Admissions on 01923 843230 or visit their website: www.sthn.co.uk

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See article ‘Show your Metal’

HEALTH, beauty

& fashion

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Show your metal F rom platinum peepers (at Narciso Rodriguez) to copper-lined eyes (Holly Fulton’s deco darlings) and frosty pink lips at Rodarte, practically every metal in the periodic table was ticked off at the AW14 fashion shows. By Katie Wright, Press Association. And with such a huge elemental spectrum, this is a trend that everyone can try - you just need to select your shimmering shade and where to apply it. Whether you’re after glimmering skin, glistening lips or a mercurial manicure, we’ve got all the expert advice you need to perfect your metallic makeover - just in time for party season.

GET GLOWING

Applying swatches of gold leaf directly onto your forehead - as seen at the Simone Rocha shows - may be a step too far, but a subtle golden sheen suits all skin types. “The best way to achieve this look on the skin is to first apply bareMinerals Prime Time Brightening Foundation Primer,” says international make-up artist Sarah-Jane Froom. “Smooth one pump all over the complexion after moisturiser and follow with foundation as normal. “To get more of a glow, buff bareMinerals Illuminating Mineral Veil over the face; this will give luscious layers of light to the skin, then follow with a highlighter on the top of the cheekbones.” bareMinerals Prime Time Brightening Foundation Primer, £21 (www.bareminerals.co.uk); Burberry Limited Edition Gold Glow Luminising Powder, £45 (www. burberry.com)

MIDAS EYES

“Gold is very complementary to hazel,

brown and blue eyes. The iridescent undertones help to enhance and warm the eyes with a pop of colour,” says Rebecca Restrepo, Elizabeth Arden global makeup artist.“Pale golds are subtle but have real impact. You can wash the colour all over the eyelid, then finish off with curled eyelashes and a few coats of mascara,” advises Florrie White, Clinique’s UK colour artist. “For a more intense look, I would start with a gold cream base, blend up and out and then apply powder shadow on the centre of the eyelid for depth and intensity. Finish with a dab of gold pigment on the centre of the eye for a mesmerising effect.” MAC Mineralize Eye Shadow Duo in Dual Rays, £17 (www.maccosmetics. co.uk); B. Stunning Vibrant Eye Shimmer in Golden Sand, £6.99 (www. superdrug.com)

GALACTIC GAZE

If you’re a fan of the smoky-eye style, switch your usual stormy shades in favour of a moody metal hue. “My favourite is the Massive Midnight Chubby Stick, it’s like liquid moonlight,” says White. “Apply it along the lash line, blend up and out, then repeat along the lower lash line. You can intensify the look with a darker eyeliner too.” A fine slick of eyeliner with a galactic gleam offers a more lightweight option, and you can play with blues and greens to suit your eye colour. “Compliment the colour on the eye with black mascara to really give the eye some intensity,” says White. Clinique Chubby Stick Shadow Tint For Eyes in Massive Midnight, £17 (www.clinique.co.uk); Stila Magnificent Metals Eye Liner in Metallic Vintage Gunmetal, £24 (www.stila.co.uk)

MOLTEN MOUTH

Metallic eyes are fairly easy to achieve, but there are some definite dos and don’ts when it comes to lip colour.

Tried & tested Our testers go in search of fragrant tresses with three new hair perfumes label.m Hair Perfume

There’s more than a nod to Jo Malone in the sophisticated styling of this product, with its sleek bottle and black ribbon finish, so it would look great on any dressing table. The perfume, however, is really sweet and, although it feels weightless and not sticky like hair spray, it leaves my fine hair feeling a little lank. £19.50 (www.labelm.com)

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Percy & Reed Eau My Goodness Shine & Fragrance Spray

3/5

This spray is lovely and light and leaves a nice smell that lasts all day. It doesn’t stick to my hair like other hair sprays 4/5 can and leaves my locks feeling smooth and soft to the touch. £22 (www.percyandreed.com)

3/5 Sachajuan Protective Hair Perfume This spray, from trendy Swedish brand Sachajuan, not only offers a lovely floral fragrance, it’s also supposed to moisturise and add shine. I can’t say my tresses feel softer, and it is pretty pricey, but the scent whenever I swish my hair is heavenly! £40 (www.urbanretreat.co.uk)

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MAC Mineralize Eye Shadow Duo in Dual Rays, maccosmetics.co.uk

Using a gold shade of lip gloss, rather than a lipstick, is an easy way to rock the gold trend

“Using a gold shade of lip gloss, rather than a lipstick, is an easy way to rock the gold trend whatever your age,” says Restrepo. “You can also layer it on top of other lip colors to give them a more golden alluring finish - always great for the festive season.” For something a little more daring, try a pink or red ombre lip, where the shimmering colour fades from the centre. Froom explains how: “Start with a lip liner, fill in the whole lip, then follow with bareMinerals Moxie Lipgloss. Finally, dab a loose metallic eyeshadow into the centre of the lip for a frosted finish.” Elizabeth Arden Beautiful Color Luminous Lip Gloss in Glamorous Gold, £17 (www.houseoffraser. co.uk); bareMinerals Marvellous Moxie Lipgloss in Hypnotist, £16 (www.boots.com)

FERRIC FINGERTIPS

With molten face make-up, it’s safest to stick with the ‘primary’ metals - gold, silver and bronze - but when it

Buy it now Ever on trend, Rihanna has chosen a metallic mauve as one of the two colours in the latest Viva Glam Rihanna Lipstick range for MAC. It’s a charitable collection too - every penny of the selling price, £15.50 from Selfridges, goes to MAC Aids Fund. The Fund has also commissioned a film, called It’s Not Over, available on Netflix.

Uberlash, T J Hughes

Stila Eye Liner, stila.co.uk

Burberry Luminising Powder Gold Glow

B. Stunning Vibrant Eye Shimmer Golden Sand, Superdrug

All images courtesy of PA Photo/Handout

comes to nails, you can break all the rules. There’s a whole rainbow’s worth of shimmering shades in the shops, and many off them are less than a fiver, so stock up and you can match them to your mood, or your outfit. GOSH’s frosted polishes are genius. They have a rough matte finish but are packed with fine glitter so you get a dense layer of dark, glistening colour. The pinky tints in the Frosted Plum go particularly well with rose gold jewellery. Dielle’s Metallics Collection features multi-tonal shades of blue and green, while the brilliantly-titled glitter range from The Collection (sample: Fireworks On Broadway) has all your festive sparkle needs sorted. GOSH Frosted Nail Lacquer in Frosted Plum, £3.99 (www.superdrug.com); Dielle Nail Colour in Modern Goddess, £12 (www.dielle.co.uk); The Collection Nail Polish in Fireworks On Broadway, £5 (BeautyBay.com) FEBRUARY 2015 53

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“Tweaked” not “Tucked”

is the new UK trend in Cosmetic Surgery

here is a softer, gentler approach to cosmetic surgery in the UK right now with a desire for more natural, understated anti-ageing treatments rather than the more extreme procedures that soared in popularity post recession and during the cosmetic surgery boom. Men and women no longer want to look different, they just want to look refreshed. According to the latest statistics from BAAPS (British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons), natural and refreshed is the aesthetic ideal at present amongst us Brits. The figures reveal that subtle, anti-ageing procedures such as eyelid surgery, face lifts and fat transfer are as strong as ever in the UK, yet extreme procedures such as tummy tucks and nose jobs have taken a dive. Surgical liposuction amongst women saw a +10% rise last year. Breast augmentations were down –20% yet breast reductions were up +3%. The trend is now for a refreshed or youthful appearance rather than more conspicuous

Men and women no longer want to look different, they just want to look refreshed alterations. Brow lifts were also down –5% giving way to a more natural looking face. This year’s trends are in contrast to double-digit increases in the more extreme procedures last year when post austerity, there was a sudden giant surge in severe cosmetic treatments particularly for Glamour model style boob jobs. Now, the natural, less-is-more look is definitely on the rise as patients opt to be tweaked rather than tucked. Riverbanks Clinic has always been a ‘natural, less-ismore’ ambassador. In fact Dr Jain has recently devised a whole new consultation method based around this ethos. The Harmony programme encompasses everything that the UK trend is reflecting. No severe cosmetic facial changes, but a soft and gentle approach to refresh and restore the natural contours of a face that may have slipped somewhat over time. Not a quick in and out consultation with a generic repertoire of treatments. This is a complete consultation process between doctor and patient taking into account their skin type, lifestyle and psychological profile before deciding on a treatment plan. Dr Jain, founder of Riverbanks Clinic explains, ‘the key to the Harmony programme is that it is for people who don’t want to look different, they just want to look how they feel. It’s about natural looking tweaks and adjustments that restore facial balance and enhance the appearance rather than altering it.’ ‘Many of our patients have been with us for seven years but they look younger today than they did when they first started. That’s because they have invested in 54 FEBRUARY 2015

subtle skin maintenance plans which discreetly treat the signs of ageing so after each treatment they look that little bit fresher and after a while it adds up to significant improvements.’ Dr Jain is now teaching this method globally. Dr Jain is also recognised for his new R-lift, a nonsurgical facelift. Rather than going under the knife for severe cosmetic surgery, cleverly placed fillers are used to restore the natural scaffolding of a face while lifting and sculpting. Carefully controlled amounts of Emervel or Restylane are injected into as few as two points on either side of the face: cheekbones (to smooth sunken sockets and hollow temples) and the corners of the mouth (to sharpen jaw lines and iron out lines around the lips). The difference between Dr Jain’s R-Lift and ordinary fillers is the technique. A cannula is run beneath the skin’s surface, helping to break the fibrous bands that fuse skin to muscle and fade deep wrinkles. Dr Jain’s R-Lift is featured in this year’s Tatler Beauty and Cosmetic Guide where Riverbanks Clinic has featured for the last 3 years. Dr Jain and the Riverbanks Clinic team welcome this new trend for a more thoughtful and cautious approach to cosmetic surgery.

THE DETAILS Riverbanks Clinics won ‘Best Aesthetic Clinic’ in the UK three times from 2009 -– 2013. ••••• Feel free to visit our website www.riverbanksclinic.co.uk or call my friendly team on 01582762877.

Dr Rav i Jain

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STEEPED IN HISTORY

atwards of Hitchin are probably the oldest family jewellers in the UK. They were established as watch & clockmakers in 1760 in the heart of the lovely old market town of Hitchin. Standing on the corner of Hitchin’s historic market place, the quaint, oak beamed premises still abound with tales of secret passages, ghosts & a clock that struck 13 at midnight! Gatwards celebrated their 250th anniversary in 2010 and are now in their 7th generation & today it is not unusual for them to welcome the 2nd or even 3rd generations of family clients. Times may have changed, but the tradition of personal service remains and Gatward’s trained & knowledgeable team are both friendly & helpful when you need to find that special something. Gatwards take great pride in assisting clients in their choice – matching people to the right product is almost an art form at Gatwards! Today, Gatwards no longer make watches or clocks & the emphasis is more on fine diamonds, gems & jewellery and their large range of individual & unusual stock is sourced from all over the world. A good selection of preowned jewellery & watches is also always available. Watch brands stocked include Ebel, Longines, Raymond Weil, Frederique Constant, Armani & Citizen. Gatwards also stock a wide range of giftware – silver, clocks, Staffordshire enamels, Mont Blanc & Lalique. They also stock Fope – a beautiful range of Italian gold jewellery, together with silver jewellery including Links of London, Ti Sento,

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Gatwards celebrated their 250th anniversary in 2010 and are now in their 7th generation & today it is not unusual for them to welcome the 2nd or even 3rd generations of family clients Trollbeads & a host of other brands. Gatwards offer a comprehensive jewellery & watch repair service with valuations carried out on the premises by a highly qualified registered valuer. Re-designing or remounting old jewellery is also a speciality. The internet is no substitute for the pleasure derived from handling fine jewellery in beautiful surroundings with the benefit of helpful advice, but Gatwards do also have an on-line store. Items may be purchased on-line or you can reserve & “Click & Collect”. For further details on this and other services and products, please go to: www.gatwardsofhitchin.co.uk. where you can also follow us on Facebook & Twitter. THE DETAILS Gatwards of Hitchin 20 Market Place, Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG5 1DU ••••• 01462 434 274 www.gatwardsofhitchin.co.uk

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LONDON FASHION WEEK PREVIEW Autumn/Winter 2015 Collections

Friday 20th – Tuesday 24th February 2015 | Somerset House, Strand, WC2R 1LA

ondon Fashion Week (LFW) is one of the highest profile fashion events in the world and one of the ‘big four’ international catwalk influencers. The event is organised by the British Fashion Council and funded by a number of sponsors (including principal sponsor Vodafone). It is a world of celebrities and famous people, beautiful and expensive clothes and general fashion glitz. London Fashion Week puts London and British fashion firmly on the global stage; it is estimated that orders of over £100m are placed during LFW each season. Over 5,000 visitors attend: buyers, TV & radio crews, journalists and photographers. The vibrant and internationally renowned London Fashion Week is always exciting and inspirational, and next month’s event will in no doubt prove to be just that once again, all housed under one roof in the neo-classical surrounds of Somerset House. British Fashion Council co-ordinate an events schedule to help visitors experience London ‘the city’ as well as the showcase of British fashion design talents at London Fashion Week, presenting another unrivalled opportunity for both established designers and newcomers to present their Autumn/Winter 2015 Collections. A constantly buzzing key event for those who haven’t got the patience to wait until the latest fashion designs and stylish fashion trends make it into the fashion magazines. British Fashion Council have announced the provisional schedule of designers who will be showcasing their Autumn/ Winter 2015 collections at London Fashion Week this month. Returning to the show on schedule this season, are luxury brands including Temperley London, Jasper

Conran, House of Holland, David Koma, Julien Macdonald, Mulberry, Paul Smith, Matthew Williamson, Vivienne Westwood Red Label, Burberry Prorsum, Jonathan Saunders, Osman and Pringle of Scotland. Ten of London’s brightest emerging talents will receive sponsorship to showcase their AW15 collections at London Fashion Week from NEWGEN sponsored by TOPSHOP. Catwalk sponsorship: 1205, Ashley Williams, Marques’Almeida, Ryan Lo Presentation sponsorship: Claire Barrow, Danielle Romeril, Faustine Steinmetz, Molly Goddard* Exhibition sponsorship: Marta Jakubowski*, Sadie Williams* *New designers Since its inception in 1993, NEWGEN sponsorship has acted as a promotional launch pad for young designers, attracting media profile, orders and investment whilst offering encouragement and support for new talent. Previous NEWGEN winners include Alexander McQueen, Antonio Berardi, Boudicca, Christopher Kane, Clements Ribeiro, David Koma, Erdem, Gareth Pugh, Holly Fulton, Jonathan Saunders, Julien Macdonald , Louise Gray, Marios Schwab, Mary Katrantzou, Matthew Williamson, Meadham Kirchhoff, Michael van der Ham, Peter Pilotto, Richard Nicoll and Sophia Kokosalaki. The magic of London Fashion Week is not merely thanks to the fashion designers’ and fashion stylists’ cutting-edge collections but the media excitement that accompanies them. The allure of the show is exceptional and London Fashion Week continues to be the top fashion event pulling visitors from every corner of the globe.

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Step into 2015 in great shape with these 7 easy habit changes “N

ew Year, new you” . We hear it every year. But what does it mean to you? The coaches at Bodyscope’s premier facility in St Albans and Hertfordshire show us how next year’s new us can be about much more than getting our bodies in shape. Kenneth Vernall, who heads up Bodyscope’s international team of fitness, nutrition and lifestyle coaches, told us that their most successful clients have worked on mind, body, stress and sleep for lasting lifestyle change. If that sounds like an overwhelming amount to do, relax. Ken showed us 7 small, easy tips to step into 2015 in great physical and emotional shape. These steps (some of which might surprise you!) will certainly improve your fitness, but also tackle habits, mindset and limiting beliefs to transform your life from all angles.

your body, because your cells and hormones understand how to use them. There’s no need to cut out packaged, manmade items completely. But shift towards real, natural, one-ingredient foods and you’ll see huge changes in fat loss, minor illness, stress and sleep.”

1. The hour of power

6. Know when (and how) to relax

“We encourage clients to make the most of the first part of every day,” said Ken. “Carve out the start of the morning for you, and write a page in a journal, get outside for a short walk, organise your to-do list, or tackle a large work or domestic chore. It doesn’t have to be an hour, but this incredible lifestyle change will become an empowering habit.”

2. Drink more water

“Most people already know they should be drinking more water,” said Ken, “but lots of busy people struggle. Here are some tips we give BodyScope clients: drink a glass of water in the morning, keep a bottle with you (in the car, in your bag, at your desk), drink water during dead times in the day (waiting in traffic, waiting for the kids, preparing food), and finish your day with a herbal tea.”

3. Know what you’re eating

According to Ken, most people struggle to lose or control bodyfat levels not because they’re overeating, but because they’ve lost track. “Food should be enjoyed,” he said, “but if your goal is weight loss or body composition changes, you need to be aware of portion sizes, meal frequency, and the quality of your food. Don’t skip meals or under eat.”

4. keep it natural

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5. Exercise smarter, not harder

You might expect a team of Personal Trainers to preach plenty of hardcore exercise. Not necessarily, said Ken. “The fitness industry is slowly waking up to something we’ve known for a while: shorter, more intense exercise sessions are more beneficial than long periods of one-pace cardiovascular exercise. So why not exchange the treadmill for interval training? It will get you in better shape more quickly, and it’ll save you time, too! Who has hours to spend in the gym these days?”

Bodyscope coaches get clients in shape from the inside out. Which is why Ken and his team are very keen on educating people on the power of slowing down. “We call it knowing when to take your foot off the gas,” he explained. “Most people are go-getters, trying to do the best they can in business, with their family, in their hobbies and social life. That’s great, but it’s important to listen to your body’s signals and know when to back off. Find your own version of meditation: walk outside in nature, or sit comfortably at home with lights and sounds turned off, simply tuning in to your body and thoughts.”

7. Be consistent

Ken’s ultimate tip for a healthier, happier 2015 is to be consistent. “It’s not the one or two massive changes which will make a difference,” he explained. “We see the most success from people who implement smaller changes (perhaps one habit change a fortnight) and stay consistent. Make health, stress reduction, good nutrition and better sleep part of your lifestyle and you will benefit from a patient approach. Imagine where you’ll be this time next year!” THE DETAILS 020 3151 4005 info@bodyscope.co.uk ••••• www.bodyscope.co.uk

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left open to allow light into the room. Shuttercraft Hertfordshire is one of the regions leading Plantation Shutter retailers and offer a local service supplying and installing the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier range of S:CRAFT interior window shutters. They offer a made-tomeasure supply and fitting service and are therefore able to find a bespoke shutter solution to fit every window, door and requirement from simple square and rectangle

Interior Shutters, as they are also known, are an incredibly versatile window covering and offer many unique benefits over more traditional window dressings unique benefits over more traditional window dressings such as blinds and curtains, including outstanding privacy control options through operable louvres and panels which can be opened and closed independently to help control the light and privacy levels within a room. The bottom panels can be closed to provide privacy at eye level - ideal for homes next to busy roads and pavements or if overlooked by other houses â&#x20AC;&#x201C; while the top panels can be

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windows to more complex bay windows, conservatories, room dividers and special shaped windows including arches and triangular gable ends. THE DETAILS Find out more today and request a free consultation, survey & quote by calling Anton Taylor on 01992 829876 or visit www.shuttercraft-hertfordshire.co.uk

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ohn Ladbury and Company is starting 2015 with fresh, new ideas for our showroom in Welham Green, starting with a refurbishment of two of our displays. We have recently embraced new designs and appliances and incorporated a media centre into one of our displays as increasingly we are being asked to design furniture to complement the ‘live in’ kitchen of today. Housing a television, music centre, computer and any necessary peripherals and storage, our media centres are fast becoming a core requirement rather than an add on, demonstrating that today’s kitchen is all about family living, complementing the home and enhancing the look. John Ladbury and Company kitchen’s integrate seamlessly with the hectic pace of today; lives that are complex, busy and individual. The modern kitchen is often the hub of the house, with a range of appliances needed to cater for all diets, age groups and life-styles.

Our media centres are fast becoming a core requirement rather than an add on, demonstrating that today’s kitchen is all about family living John Ladbury and Company bear this in mind when designing a kitchen, discussing with the client their lifestyle and how it reflects their needs and their long-term requirements. We advise accordingly, recognising that each kitchen needs to be individually designed and tailored to fit each person. Design, quality, and attention to detail are our guarantee that a John Ladbury and Company kitchen will be beautiful, practical and durable, and an asset to your home. 70 FEBRUARY 2015

THE DETAILS John Ladbury & Co Unit 11, Alpha Business Park, Travellers Close, Welham Green, Hertfordshire AL9 7NT ••••• 01707 262966 www.johnladbury.co.uk

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Why not join the Conservatory Party? A ccording to Wikipedia “a manifesto is a written public declaration of the intentions, motives, or views of the issuer, be it an individual, group, political party or government. It often is political in nature, but may present an individual’s life stance.” If and when replacing a conservatory with a modern thermally efficient double glazed one, or adding new

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glass extensions like conservatories and orangeries, the manifesto in such circumstances is clearly going to be more tailored to one or two individuals tastes, needs and requirements, plus probably the quality of living these individuals want for their family, friends and visitors. Consequently to ensure any new or replacement conservatory adds valuable high quality living space that is usable 24/7 to your home, here is a brief summary of the Conservatory Party’s manifesto to ensure you get what you expect, and don’t end up with an empty room with an unpleasant living environment:• No conservatory to be too hot in summer and/or too cold in winter • All conservatories must be leak proof, plus as draught proof as possible • All conservatories need to be double glazed with high performing Low E Argon filled sealed units with warm edge spacer bars and soft coat heat retentive glass to prevent too much heat loss or too much solar gain • Any glass extension to be designed bespoke to your property, so that it looks part of the initial build and not an after-thought. • Important that bricks (or render) not only match, but so do the brick courses or render painted same colour as existing dwelling

• Be sure of the quality of workmanship and product by visiting reference sites and the installers showroom before placing any order • The glass used in any conservatory must all be toughened safety glass and have a high specification, and when conservatories are south facing, the exterior glass to a have a heat reflective coating • The concrete floor to contain 65mm-100mm deep proven floor insulation such as Celotex or Jabolite • Wherever possible all conservatory roofs to be double glazed with thermally efficient glass and not have noisy and ugly looking polycarbonate • Any side or dwarf walls will conform to current building regulations for extensions and have thermally efficient cavity wall insulation • Every new conservatory should come with a fully comprehensive 10 year parts and labour warranty with no call out charges during the guarantee period that is worth the paper it is written on (so before joining the Conservatory Party it is important to make sure your installer is well established, trustworthy and has a proven reputation for build quality and fulfilling warranties)

exterior doors between the existing property and the new conservatory. Such structures must be under 30 square metres, and not project more than 4m on detached houses and no more than 3m on semi-detached houses. These glass extensions must have walls that are at least 50% double glazed and translucent roof of 70% or more. Find out about the planning rules and Building Regulations before ordering a new conservatory Consequently, if you do decide to join “the Conservatory Party” and benefit from the extra high quality living space a conservatory affords, make sure that your conservatory supplier and installer can and will fulfil every one of the above Conservatory Party manifesto pledges.

Every new conservatory should come with a fully comprehensive 10 year parts and labour warranty with no call out charges during the guarantee period • All new conservatories must have sufficient ventilation i.e. have enough opening vents on the upright parts, and at least one double glazed roof vent (Larger conservatories will need more than one roof vent) • Conservatories must have enough independent heating so that they are warm and comfortable throughout all winters and on cold summer evenings • Ensure the ground workers, double glazing fitters, plumbers, bricklayers, plasterers are experienced and that the electrician is fully qualified and accredited • All new conservatories being built under permitted development (i.e. without planning permission or Building Regulation Approval) must have compliant

THE DETAILS To find out more about high quality bespoke double glazed aluminium and UPVC double glazed conservatories and orangeries contact Hazlemere Windows, the region’s leading independent conservatory design experts, manufacturers and installers for free help and advice or a no obligation appointment, design ideas and a quotation. If you’d simply like an initial discussion with one of Hazlemere’s experienced conservatory design consultants, call 01727 238658 or visit www.hazlemere.co.uk FEBRUARY 2015 75

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Are you sitting comfortably? M

any of us do not consider the health implications of the furniture we regularly use. David Holloway of FineBack Furniture in London Colney gives advice on how to avoid musculo-skeletal problems It goes without saying that parents make sure their children get the right shoe size as they grow. Similarly, the furniture a child uses to do homework, read, draw and generally be creative, should be ergonomic, appropriate and comfortable. Height adjustable desks for children are recognised as an essential component in encouraging good posture and protecting the back from an early age. As the child grows, a simple mechanism raises the desktop height to a more comfortable level. A tilting desktop provides an inclined slope for reading, drawing and painting and discourages the child from leaning forward over their work and losing back support. Electric height adjustable desks for adults are commonly referred to as Sit - Stand desks as they encourage the user to work in both a sitting and standing position. Sitting in an office chair, even a good ergonomic chair for long periods can limit the activity and freedom of movement of the individual. The human body does not operate efficiently when its movement becomes restricted and back pain sufferers are often told to keep active and vary their sitting position.

Varying the height of a sit stand desk throughout the day, provides an alternative to the static sitting posture. Back and leg muscles remain active, circulation is improved and joints keep flexible. A standing position also reduces the downward pressure from gravity on the spinal discs compared to normal sitting. Regular users of height adjustable desks have also recorded an improvement in alertness, vitality and concentration. Very few adults have been educated on how to sit correctly and consequently bad working practices become habitual and result in a back problem later in life. To achieve a healthy sitting position, an ergonomic office chair should be adjusted in seat height, seat depth and back height to conform to the users dimensions.

Choosing en ergonomic office chair that allows movement is ideal, so that back support adjusts to your working position even when leaning forward over the desk. Armrest height should be adjusted to keep your shoulders in a comfortable, balanced position to reduce tension arising in the upper body. Correct chair adjustment and alignment at the workstation are equally important in the avoidance of back pain at work. FineBack Furniture can assist with chair selection, even providing a loan chair for a short period to ensure that the user will be comfortable for the long term. THE DETAILS Fineback Furniture, 7-9 Haseldine Road, London Colney, St. Albans, Herts AL2 1RR ••••• 01727 827744 www.fineback.co.uk

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Helping Hands

recognised in National Award

op-performing, Home Care Company – Helping Hands had further cause for celebration recently. In addition to reaching its 25th Year Anniversary in May, privately owned care company Helping Hands achieved a top ranking in the Health Investor Growth Company Awards 2014 as the second highest performing Healthcare business in the country. This award recognises the UK’s top 25 independent healthcare companies based on their growth over the last 3 years. Tim Lee, the Chief Executive of Helping Hands, a leading local Domiciliary Home Care and specialist Live In Home Care provider said: “ As the population in Britain gets older we regularly see research which confirms that most people would like to remain independent, living in their own homes, for as long as possible. The recent growth achieved by Helping Hands’ is a result of our passion and desire to provide services which enable as many people as possible to maintain their independence and stay living safely in their own homes, rather than go into residential care. “ As a respected, local employer Helping Hands has over

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300 carers working in our local communities. The carers benefit from market leading training at the company’s purpose built in house training facility. They are able to support local people who require support at home through assisting with Daily Living, helping at mealtimes or with medication, providing companionship or through a Home from Hospital service which enables people to safely return home from hospital and free up much needed hospital beds at this busy time of year. Commenting on the award, Matthew Flower, Head of Healthcare at Zolfo Cooper said “Given the strong reputation developed over the last 25 years, it is not surprising to see the business near the top of this year’s list yet again.” THE DETAILS If you would like to find out more about the services that Helping Hands can offer you or a loved one, please call us on 0808 180 1016 or visit our website: www.helpinghands.co.uk

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A New Design Studio

Tomas Kitchen Living offer a personal and professional service from design through to installation

omas Kitchen Living has recently opened a small, but exceptionally stylish Design Studio in Catherine Street, St Albans. The look is ‘Modern Classic’ - a very interesting look that sits stylishly between contemporary and traditional. Tom Hinton, the brand founder and designer explains that “ I love to prove that a modern look does have soul” ! The colours, the shapes and the oak features all combine to create kitchens that are distinctive and have great character, with all the practical and functional benefits of modern kitchens.

liveDESIGN

Tomas Kitchen Living offer a personal and professional service from design through to installation. The process usually begins with a visit to the studio (ideally by appointment if you’d like to meet Tom). Here you can see first-hand the products and the excellent quality. Following this either a survey will be arranged or plans are passed over and an ‘empty space’ drawing is prepared for your next visit. This time you’ll be working directly with Tom in what Tomas call a liveDESIGN session. ‘This is a great way to achieve the optimum design for our client’s requirements and space’ explains Tom. After the brain-storming is over, and when the client is clear they wish to progress, the team create a ‘proposal’ which consists of an itemised estimate and a set of three dimensional drawings. This is currently a free service, and as much about building an understanding of lifestyle and kitchen requirements which all lead to a better design. Budgets are always discussed at the outset and 82 FEBRUARY 2015

many people are delighted to discover that Tomas kitchens including cabinets, appliances and tops usually cost between 25k and 32K. This is exceptionally good value for money when one considers the quality of the designer product and individual service.

The Danish Connection

In addition to the Tomas brand, the Tomas Kitchen Living studios specialise in Danish Designer furniture and lighting such as iconic Carl Hansen & Son, Louis Poulsen, Republic of Fritz Hansen and Gubi. Many beautiful pieces are on display in the St Albans studio as well as in Cambridge where Tom Hinton first started out.

THE STRUM TABLES and MODBOX CREATIONS - ORIGINAL DESIGNS BY TOMAS

To complement the kitchen collection, Tomas produce the fantastic STRUM TABLES (plectrum shaped coffee tables) and MODBOXES (modular box shelves that work as stand-alone pieces of furniture or as an integral part of the kitchen). THE DETAILS For further information go to www.tomas-kitchen-living.co.uk or call 0800 772 0640.

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Bigger,the Better

The

e at Herts Bifold Doors and G&N Windows, pride ourselves on being able to take on an array of contracts from domestic to commercial with a commitment that no project is too big or too small. Recently we have installed our largest roof light to date, and the outcome has been spectacular.

Our most recent large roof light to cover a pool enclosure was a massive 15 m by 5m. With the assistance of a glazing specific spider crane our installation went smoothly and safely Roof lights are one of our most popular products, from small fixed flat roof lights to opening flat roof lights and larger roof lanterns, we are able to source the perfect roof light for your home. We have been in partnership with the same Architectural roof manufacturers for over 20 years. Over time we have developed a personal relationship allowing us to receive added benefits which we are able to pass on to our customers making our roofs competitively priced without compromise on quality or design. Our most recent large roof light to cover a pool enclosure was a massive 15 m by 5m. With the assistance of a glazing specific spider crane our installation went smoothly and safely, with all structural sections being installed from a purpose designed working platform, each glass unit was lifted up carefully into place being guided by our team of installers. Alongside this large roof lantern, the project involved a number of other products. The entire house required new UPVC vertical sliders, these carry all of the original detailing and operation you get from a timber vertical slider with added extras in the locking, the ability to tilt them inside for easy cleaning and a superior thermal value. This particular project also had traditional composite 86 FEBRUARY 2015

doors and three sets of Origin bi-fold doors. These Origin doors, available in 100’s of colours are a perfect match for any windows, their 20 year guarantee, finger safe gaskets and high specification security locking features make them one of the most popular doors on the market. Our 25 years of experience, in house technical knowledge and expertise within the industry allowed us to seamlessly manage this project from start to finish. There are a lot of different variables to consider when planning a project, collating the products from different manufactures to arrive at the same time, fitting dates with installers, collaborations with onsite contractors and cranes to organise, we take this all on board and liaise directly with your client/ architect/ main contractor to provide you with the best service possible. If you have a project in the future we would be happy to provide you with a free quotation. Ring our office or email your plans to us and we will have your complete quote in no time at all.

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A magnificent & rarely available double fronted detached 6/7 bedroom house on a large plot, located discreetly behind security gates and a carriage driveway in Mill Hill Guide Price ÂŁ4,195,000, Freehold

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wo Brand new detached residences, which have just been completed by Chartridge Developments Ltd. Cranbourne House is one of a pair of stunning individually gated homes which has been finished to a high specification being set in delightful landscaped gardens and grounds. Extending to Approx. 5,269 sq ft this exquisite home provides extensive family accommodation and entertaining space on a grand scale. Set over three floors with 6 Bedrooms, 5 Receptions, 5 Bathrooms, Leisure room, garage and landscaped rear garden and gated front entrance providing security and off street parking.

Cranbourne House is one of a pair of stunning individually gated homes which has been finished to a high specification being set in delightful landscaped gardens and grounds Location

Enjoying a semi rural location and surrounded by open countryside and mature woodland, yet central London can be reached within thirty minutes by car. Barnet High Street and The Spires shopping mall are also easily accessible. A number of near-by tube stations including Totteridge, Mill Hill and High Barnet (all on the Northern line) and New Barnet (mainline) provide a choice of alternative routes into London. Arkley is within 5 miles of both the M1 and the M25 motorways providing easy access to all of London airports. Golf is well catered for in the area with Dyrham Park and Arkley Golf Clubs. Price on Application – Freehold

For more information about this property please contact Statons Totteridge office on 020 8445 3694 or email totteridge@statons.com

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£4,800,000

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NORTHAW

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miLL HiLL

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Approx. 7062 sq ft 7 Bedrooms 5 Receptions 5 Bathroom Self Contained Guest/Staff Quarters Manicured Landscaped Gardens Heated Swimming Pool

ToTTeridge office 020 8445 3694

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£2,550,000

Gated Development Approx. 4000 sq ft 5 Bedrooms 5 Receptions 4 Bathrooms Triple Garage Mature Rear Garden

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£1,595,000

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£1,995,000

Private Gated Development Built by Fusion NHBC Remaining 5 Bedrooms 4 Receptions 4 Bathrooms Gym/Sauna Integral Double Garage Landscaped Rear Garden

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CHAIN FREE 4 Bedrooms 4 Receptions 1 Bathroom Countryside Views Gated Frontage Off Street Parking Attached Double Garage Scope To Extend. S.t.p.p.

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SALES OFFICES AT: BARNET 020 8449 3383 TOTTERIDGE 020 8445 3694 HADLEY WOOD 020 8440 9797 BROOKMANS PARK 01707 661144 RADLETT 01923 604321 NEW HOMES SHOWCASE HADLEY GREEN 020 8441 9555 PREMIER LETTINGS HADLEY GREEN 020 8441 9796

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“The boys happily attended Q.E.Boys and Dame Alice Owen School is just up the road. Plenty of choice!” “With plenty of parking and direct access to Old Fold Golf Course. In the conservation area of High Barnet it is like living in the country as we are on the edge of the green belt”

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“Our home is very spacious with a great flow to it which makes it the perfect house for entertaining large numbers of guests”

• The property has a large summer house to the rear with heating, power and lighting that could be used as an office or a gym.

“All of the bedrooms are a good size and all four bathrooms and the kitchen benefit from under floor heating”

• The property has access to various major road links including the A1, the A41 and the M1.

“We feel that it has the feeling of a warm caring and loving home, not just a house”

Mill Hill office • T: 0208 906 0660 • e: NW7@martyngerrard.co.uk • 109 The Broadway, Mill Hill, london, NW7 3TG

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PARKFIELD HOUSE BEECH HILL

HADLEY WOOD | HERTFORDSHIRE

he ultimate detached 8 bedroom, 6 reception family home of about 7,500 sq ft dating back to 1880. The property is situated in one of Hadley Wood’s premier roads on a generous plot. Parkfield House is approached via electric gates leading to the driveway, garages and gardens in view. Situated well for Hadley Wood Golf Club, Tennis Club, Hadley Wood mainline station which offers a regular service into Moorgate and Kings Cross, local shops consisting of a restaurant, hairdresser, newsagents and health club. Cockfosters Underground station (Piccadilly line) is about two miles away, Junction 24 of the M25 which provides a link to all major motorway links and London airports.

The property is situated in one of Hadley Wood’s premier roads on a generous plot. The property comprises:

6 Reception Rooms • Master Bedroom With En Suite, Dressing Area And Terrace • Further 7 Bedrooms (4 En Suite) • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Utility And Laundry Room • Basement • Cinema • Gardens • Garage And Own Driveway • 705 Sq M (7587 Sq Ft) • EPC=E. Guide Price £4 million, Freehold

For further information please contact Savills Barnet on 020 8447 4400 or email barnet@savills.co.uk www.savills.co.uk

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A 4 bedroom detached family house located in the cul-de-sac part of this popular turning just off Lawrence Street & within the catchment area for popular local schools. Features include a master bedroom with en-suite bathroom & dressing room (bedroom 4), fantastic living space including a large kitchen/breakfast room, lounge, dining room, TV room, study, garage, side & rear gardens, as well as off street parking for 4 / 5 cars. (EPc rating: c)

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An imposing grand, newly built 7 bedroom, 7 bathroom ( all en suite ) “Arts & crafts” style detached family house having been completed in 2012. Set in grounds of approximately half an acre offering 4643 square ft of spacious accommodation over 3 floors, “Lime Wood” is set back from the road discreetly located behind security gates in a prestigious cul de sac of only 3 houses on the borders of Mill & Totteridge, located just off Highwood Hill with incredible views from the rear towards green belt land. (EPc rating: c). Master suite with his & hers dressing rooms & bathrooms 3/4 separate reception rooms Kitchen family room

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UPHiLL roAD MiLL HiLL NW7 A magnificent & rarely available double fronted detached 6/7 bedroom house on a large plot, located discreetly behind security gates and a carriage driveway in Mill Hillâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most prestigious turning. Providing in excess of 6500 sq ft of accommodation, this fantastic property offers the ultimate in family living in a highly sought after location, with convenient access to the wide choice of amenities in Mill Hill Broadway. rail & road links provide easy access to central London, the city & all major airports. Features include a gorgeous large master suite, huge 31ft x 30ft kitchen/breakfast room, 5/6 further reception rooms, galleried entrance hall, double garage & carriage driveway with parking for 6 /7 cars.To the rear is an incredible landscaped 240 ft rear garden with evergreen lawn, leading to a separate secluded area incorporating a heated swimming pool with electric safety cover, a large decked sun terrace & a detached summer house / den with changing room & kitchenette.

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59 Daws Lane, Mill Hill London NW7 4SE

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Successfully selling everywhere! Amongst many other properties, Godfrey & Barr have sold these 4 substantial homes in the past 12 weeks. The houses sold were in Mill Hill, Elstree & Shenley. These sales were achieved by us, through our offices based in Hampstead Garden Suburb & Mill Hill, with purchasers who had no preconceived idea of living in these areas, as they were encouraged by our marketing strategy. We have been selling & renting prestigious properties for nearly 25 years and specialise in bespoke marketing - the kind of marketing you can rarely achieve from your local estate agent. We deal with a mix of local buyers, to buyers from the world of sports and television, captains of industry & international buyers from all over the world. If you are thinking of selling or renting your home in Mill Hill, Shenley, Radlett, Elstree, Totteridge, Hampstead Garden Suburb or Finchley & want a refreshingly different approach, please talk to us. The world really is a very small place indeed!

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TOTTERIDGE VILLAGE, TOTTERIDGE N20

Planning consent just granted to build a luxury bespoke home in the heart of Totteridge Village. This unique home will be approximately 6300 square feet sitting on a plot of half an acre.

Guide Price £3,200,000

Contact Real Estates Totteridge: 020 8445 3132

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Your Design Your Build Your Solution “Gary helped us with the transformation of our new house. He started with designing a book which explained in-detail all the work to be taken and the cost. We knew upfront what everything was…the finish was impeccable and we couldn’t be happier with the end result” – Mrs L, Hendon, nortH London

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