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aatchi Gallery is pleased to announce the return of Champagne Life, the Gallery’s first all-women exhibition. The exhibition is open until 29th October 2016 after its successful reception in January 2016. The historic Winter Art & Antiques Fair Olympia is set to return for a 26th year, giving art and antique enthusiasts the chance to purchase often never displayed pieces from some of the best dealers in the UK. In keeping with tradition, the Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run supported by Hiscox will take place on the first Sunday of November when, at first light, over four hundred pre-1905 cars will set off from Hyde Park in London on the 60-mile journey to Brighton. It’s a sight not to be missed! Remember, remember the fifth of November... because that’s the date London’s premier shopping street will be turned into a glittering showcase of motoring’s past, present and future providing a fabulous day out for all the family. Museums at Night is the UK-wide biannual festival of arts, culture and heritage. During the October festival, hundreds of museums, galleries and historic spaces all over the UK will be opening their doors after dark to put on a fantastic array of special night-time events. Residents of Kensington Palace Gardens live in the most expensive street in Britain, where the average house price fetches almost £38.26million. Nestled in the W8 postcode and within easy reach of both Kensington and Notting Hill, the street has previously been nicknamed “the boulevard of billionaires”.

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PROPERTY 48 FOOD & DRINK

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The Country Living Christmas Fair in London has it all wrapped up for the season’s festivities This delightful fair puts the merry into Christmas, and is sure to get you into the mood for the coming yuletide celebrations and New Year’s Eve parties. Preparation is part of the fun. From stocking fillers to decorations; tasty treats and table accessories, gifts and personal pampering the Country Living Christmas Fair has something for everyone.

n addition to fabulous presents and festive fare, take home some tips from the experts to transform your parcels with beautiful gift-wrapping; add sparkle to your table and garland your home; Try the glorious food and drink from the regional food producers and be inspired by menus fit for a feast. There are 12 days of Christmas to enjoy and you can prepare for all of them with just one magical visit to Country Living Christmas Fair.

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CHAMPAGNE LIFE INSTALLATION VIEW IMAGE COURTESY OF THE SAATCHI GALLERY, LONDON © STEPHEN WHITE, 2015

Champagne Life announces the relaunch of

Saatchi Gallery is pleased to announce the return of Champagne Life, the Gallery’s first all-women exhibition. The exhibition is open until 29th October 2016 after its successful reception in January 2016.

hampagne Life celebrates the work of a constellation of female artists, and provides a rare and apposite moment to reflect on what it means to

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be a female artist working today. New work by Aleksandra Mir, Jeni Spota, and Phoebe Unwin will also now feature as part of the exhibition. Champagne Life suggests high living, prestige and affluence, qualities that have led to champagne’s appropriation into Hip-Hop culture as an indicator of success when artists transition from economically depressed ghetto to uptown highlife. Applied here to an exhibition bringing together the work of emerging women artists, the irony of the title is palpable and throws into contrast the reality of many long, cold, lonely hours working in the studio with the perceived glamour of the art world. As an exhibition, Champagne Life does not offer an overarching vista of ‘female’ artistic practice; nor does it presume to state that there is such a thing. Instead this exhibition will play an important role in approaching issues of the glass ceiling that applies to the art world as much as to the world at large. Champagne Life features the work of Mequitta Ahuja, Marie Angeletti, Jelena Bulajic, Julia Dault, Mia Feuer, Sigrid Holmwood, Virgile Ittah, Seung Ah Paik, Maha Malluh, Suzanne McClelland, Aleksandra Mir, Stephanie Quayle, Soheila Sokhanvari, Jeni Spota, Phoebe Unwin and Julia Wachtel. Champagne Life pays tribute to its commitment to supporting the work of women artists early on in their careers and providing them with a platform to showcase their work. Many of these artists have gone on to become central figures in contemporary art, including

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Cecily Brown, Tracey Emin, Paula Rego, Jenny Saville, Cindy Sherman, Rebecca Warren and Rachel Whiteread amongst many others. Champagne Life showcases new and arresting work by an international group of emerging women artists and celebrates their contribution to the ongoing development of art today. The exhibition is presented in partnership with Champagne Pommery. THE DETAILS For more details, visit www.saatchigallery.com Saatchi Gallery Duke of York's HQ, King's Road, SW3 4RY

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The Winter Art & Antiques Fair Olympia The historic Winter Art & Antiques Fair Olympia is set to return for a 26th year, giving art and antique enthusiasts the chance to purchase often never displayed pieces from some of the best dealers in the UK.

round 100 exhibitors including Laura Bordignon Antiques, Babbington Fine Art, Richard Hoppé, Anthea A G Antiques Ltd, Thomas Woodham Smithand Patrick Sandberg Antiques will return, alongside new exhibitors such as SVL Gallery, Galerie Buter, The Parker Gallery,3 Details and Holland Murray. They will showcase their latest pieces with values ranging from £100 to hundreds of thousands of pounds. It is expected to attract more than 20,000 visitors. Pieces on sale will range from fossils from the Jurassic time period, jewellery from 50BC to furniture styles through to the late 20thcentury -with a particular focus on furniture, art, ceramics, sculpture, silverware, fossils, jewellery, textiles and glassware. It is the only Fair in the UK to work in association with the top two trade associations, BADA (The British Antiques Dealers’ Association) and LAPADA (The Association of Art & Antiques Dealers). There is also a strict vetting process in place to ensure all pieces are of the highest quality. Every single

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piece is checked by a team of experts before the Fair opens. The Winter 2016 talks programme includes some of Tickets are the UK’s top institutions such as The Ashmoleon, The priced at £3 0 British Museum and The Wallace Collection, as well as for the Prev ie w US interior designer Rachel Laxer. Themes range from (Monday 31 stOctober) Post War textiles to South Africa: the art of a nation and Islamic art and the supernatural. Vanessa Curry will £15 in adva nce a give daily highlight tours. £20 on the d nd oor. The Fair will be supporting the Charity, Mind. Mind is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. One in four people will experience a mental health problem in any given year. Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem, and campaigns to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. For more information visit www.mind.org.uk Royal caterers, Mosimanns’ Winter Brasserie will be at the heart of the Fair, and will be serving a special bespoke menu–providing the perfect location to enjoy refreshments against the unique backdrop of Olympia. THE DETAILS Winter Art & Antiques Fair Olympia takes place at the Olympia London, Hammersmith Road, London, W14 8UX. For more information please visit www.olympia-antiques.com

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Affordable Art Fair Battersea

The Affordable Art Fair is back at Battersea Park this month for an arty extravaganza, showing an array of original artwork from carefully selected national and international galleries. Confirmed galleries so far include Linda Blackstone Gallery, Liberty Gallery, Jealous Gallery, Eleven and a Half and Eduardo Alessandro Studios, with many more to be announced.

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ith more than 1,000 artists under one roof and expert gallerists on hand to guide you through, the Affordable Art Fair is the easiest and most enjoyable way to view and buy art! You don’t need to be an experienced art collector, nor an expert in contemporary art to find a piece to fall in love with. With artwork ranging between £100 and £5,000, owning art is accessible to everyone! The Autumn Collection will host a diverse and inspiring collection of original and contemporary paintings, editioned prints, photography and sculptures by household names and established artists, alongside emerging talent from our specially curated Recent Graduates’ Exhibition. As well as showcasing a fantastic selection of art, the fair will host a selection of workshops for adults and kids alike. Youngsters can get creative in the educational space, while adults can embrace their creative side at a selection of classes and presentations hosted by leading industry experts. For first pick of the art, join them at their Charity Private View in support of Barnardo’s on Wednesday night, or make an appearance at their Thursday Late View, th rd where you can peruse all the art available with a complimentary drink courtesy of Dark Horse Wine. The art extravaganza will continue throughout the weekend, so if you can’t make the evening receptions, there’s plenty of time to pick up that perfect original and contemporary artwork.

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he annual Christmas exhibition will be open from 23rd – 27th November for visitors to browse the huge range of enchanting exhibitors spread across a ho-ho-host of sections, all under one roof including; Interiors & Home Accessories, Food & Drink, Home Improvements & Outdoor Living, Fashion & Beauty, Technology & Gadgets, Christmas Decorations and Homewares. And that's not all; once again there will be the special Christmas Arcade bringing you a showcase of this year's best toy gifts. This is the biggest home show at Christmas, right on your doorstep! Come along to find fabulous festive ideas for your home: from decorations and handcrafted gifts, to Christmas puddings and edible treats

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to furniture and New Year home improvement ideas. It’s the perfect place for a pre-Christmas shopping splurge. rd In addition to the exciting exhibitors, there will be live entertainment, celebrity chefs and expert demonstrations on the menu to put you in good stead for the hectic festive period just around the corner. And that's not all, celebrity and industry experts; Chef Gino D'Acampo, Interior Designer Laurence LlewelynBowen, Wine Expert Olly Smith, and TV Presenter & Author Katie Piper will be on hand to share their expert tips for an Ideal Christmas.

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Rare and previously unseen works by pop art idol Andy Warhol, are to be unveiled next month at the launch exhibition at Haynes Fine Art’s new gallery. One of the UK’s largest privately-owned art dealerships, Haynes Fine Art, has opened a new gallery at 70 Pimlico Road, on the borders of Belgravia and Chelsea.

ocusing on modern and contemporary art, the gallery’s launch exhibition will feature a collection of rare and previously unseen works by Pop Art legend Andy Warhol. Tony Haynes, Managing Director of Haynes Fine Art, has brought together some 27 original works by Andy Warhol for this very special opening exhibition in London. Many come directly from the Warhol Foundation and are fresh to the market. The works include a group of 1950s drawings and illustrations, rare Polaroid portraits and unique gelatin silver photographs of 1980s rd celebrities, each in their own way revealing Warhol’s sense of curiosity and far-roaming eye. th “We are excited to have secured this remarkable selection of works by Warhol,” says Tony Haynes. “They offer a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of Pop Art history by one of the world’s most famous artists. These are fantastic entry-level works for new collectors and rare one-off pieces for seasoned buyers. The opening of the new Haynes Fine Art gallery in Pimlico Road,” Tony continues, “is a major step as we celebrate 45 years of our business this year. It is a deep commitment not only to our international customers but also to our belief that London is the most important and vibrant art centre in the world.” The early drawings include a number of original illustrations for a 1956 book by Warhol called ‘In the Bottom of my Garden’, a work that begins to blend his experiences in commercial art with his own developing ideas and skills as a fine art draughtsman. The decorative and whimsical illustrations feature his very own ‘blotted line’ drawing technique and “what would end up being themes in his later pop work: androgynous ‘fairies’, flowers, and of course sex.” [The Andy Warhol Museum, Pittsburgh] Other drawings depict fashion, flowers, footwear, animals and birds, abstract works, and female figures, executed in ink, tempera, watercolour and ballpoint pen – a medium frequently used by Warhol for sketching. Andy Warhol was a talented photographer with a great eye for detail and composition; he wielded the camera in his compulsive desire to document the time in which he lived. Warhol often used his photographs as the basis for commissioned portraits, silkscreen paintings, drawing and prints. The Haynes Fine Art exhibition at Pimlico Road includes a stunning shot of Debbie Harry at the height of her Blondie fame, Simon Le Bon in 1982 as Duran Duran were dominating the charts, and other famous faces of the 1980s including Sylvester Stallone in pin-up stance, The Jacksons and Don King and Ozzy Osbourne.

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Christmas comes early with the Spirit of Christmas Fair. Have Christmas all wrapped up at the UK’s biggest high-end Christmas shopping event.

he Fair brings together some of the UK’s best boutique brands, making it the ultimate home of Christmas shopping. With a collection of 750 independent retailers and designers, who combined, will stock over one million items each day, there’s certainly something for everyone: gifts, home, fashion, baby & child, decorations, health & beauty to jewellery and men's. From grand, show-stopping pieces to the quirky and beautiful, all brands have been hand-picked by the expert team so discerning shoppers are spoilt for choice with never-seenbefore items across seven straight days. The home of Christmas shopping also features free interactive workshops to help shoppers set the scene in their own homes. Leading industry experts will offer advice on all things Christmas, from flower arranging and gift-wrapping to champagne tasting. Delectable treats don’t stop there as the food hall, featuring the Great Taste Market, will showcase the finest culinary delights from artisanal cheeses and Christmas puddings to indulgent truffles and caviar – perfect foodie heaven!

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Highlights of the Spirit of Christmas Fair will include ondé Nast Traveller presents the Luxury C Travel Fair which takes place alongside the Spirit of Christmas Fair from 3-6 November 2016. Offering a collection of the finest and most unique luxury holidays on the market 750 independent boutiques to shop from Exclusive show offers and competitions from our unique collection of boutique brands The chance to listen and ask advice from industry experts Mosimann’s exclusive ‘pop-up’ Winter Restaurant Enjoy a refreshing glass of Champagne in the stylish Louis Roederer Champagne Bars The Food Hall where the Fair presents an entirely delectable mix of over 100 leading artisans, independent producers, Royal Warrant holders and Great Taste awardwinners Late night shopping on Thursday 3 November TICKETS Adult.......................£19.50 - £29 Child (13-16).......................£12 Child (12 and under)........Free OPENING TIMES Monday: 11am-5pm Thursday: 10am-9pm Sunday: 10am-5pm

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Friday 11th November 2016 - Sunday 8th January 2017

Leicester Square See one of London's most famous squares transformed for the festive season as part of Christmas in Leicester Square.

new festival for 2016, will transform the centre of bustling London into a wonderland including traditional Christmas markets with hand-crafted goods and delicious food and drinks, a Santa's Grotto where children will be able to meet the man himself, plus the return of theatrical smashhit sensation, La Soirée, for an 8 week run in this fantastic new location! Take a stroll through the traditional Christmas market, where you’ll be able to sample the finest in seasonal treats and surprises, hand-picked for their unique charm. Warm yourself with a glass of mulled wine or a delicious hot snack from one of the many food concessions, then feast your 2 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

eyes on bespoke goods, specially selected from a wide range of stalls, housed in authentic Bavarian-style wooden huts. From confectionary to imported savoury treats, traditional children’s wooden hand-crafted toys, festive ornaments, charming accessories and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at the Christmas Market. Step inside the velvetdraped Belgian spiegeltent pitched in the middle of Leicester Square, to catch Olivier Award-winning theatre group La Soiree's dazzling line-up of old favourites and hot new cabaret acts. Bubbles, poles, baked-bean tins and bowler hats all feature in the quirky and saucy

variety show, performed by world-class acts including The English Gents, Acantha Lang, Hamish McCann, Denis Lock and Ursula Martinez Families with young children can enjoy exploring Santa's grotto and meet the man himself, in the square's enchanting festive atmosphere. Entry to Christmas in Leicester Square is free, but tickets must be bought for selected events, including Santa's Grotto and La Soirée performances. THE DETAILS For more details visit www.christmasinleicestersquare.com @LeicesterSqXmas

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Tis (almost) the season to be jolly... For a very special Christmas treat why not join superstar Welsh mezzo-soprano Katherine Jenkins and the London Concert Orchestra at the Barbican this December. For this show, simply called Celebration, she has handpicked her favourite music and songs.

his remarkable singer is unmissable in concert. At only 23, Katherine signed the most lucrative record deal in the United Kingdom’s classical recording history, reportedly worth £1 million. Since that time, six of her albums have reached number one in the UK classical charts and in just four years, between 2004 and 2008, she sold over 4 million albums. Millions across the world have watched her in concert and on television, she is always first choice at that large-scale royal celebration or sporting occasion. She is defined by a voice of clarity and precision wrapped up with a warm and watchable stage presence, it is understandable why her shows sell out across the country. Her contribution to the popularity of classical crossover music cannot be underestimated. Notably she has won two consecutive Classical BRIT Awards for Album of the Year, one for Second Nature and the other for Living A Dream. Remarkably her fifth album,

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Rejoice, pipped both the Spice Girls and Girls Aloud to the top spot in the charts. Therefore it comes as no surprise that in 2008 she is reputed to have signed the biggest classical recording deal in history for £5.8 million with Warner Music. Keep the Christmas celebrations going that little bit longer and make the most of the extra bank holiday. Spend Tuesday 27 December in the company of Katherine.

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Hyde Park Winter Wonderland 2016 returns for its 10th Anniversary London’s spectacular Hyde Park Winter Wonderland celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, with an array of new attractions and entertainment.Visitors will be able to experience the UK’s no.1 Christmas destination with FREE entry and the return of much-loved attractions.

he UK’s largest outdoor Ice Rink is again located around the picturesque Victorian bandstand where there will be live music as skaters take to the ice. For those who want see the action from above, the iconic Giant Observation Wheel will illuminate the skyline. New this year, the Magical Ice Kingdom presents An Arctic Adventure – a thrilling experience taking visitors on a voyage to a frozen island. Go fishing with the Inuits, take refuge in an igloo and have your photo taken with a giant polar bear. Filled to the brim with awe-inspiring snow and ice sculptures, the Magical Ice Kingdom is the biggest ice and snow sculpture experience of its kind in the UK. To celebrate the 10th anniversary there is a brand new festive attraction. The Imperial Ice Stars presents The Nutcracker on Ice featuring world-class skating in the Winter Palace Theatre. In a specially created show, get ready to experience 60 minutes of joy and ice magic. Hyde Park Winter Wonderland boasts a traditional German Christmas market with over 200 chalets, with The Angels Christmas Market and Fairies Market offering charming and handmade gifts and crafts. Head over to the hugely popular Bavarian Village and relax with a

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mulled wine, hot cider or beer, or warm up with a hot chocolate, with free live music every night. There are a range of themed stands, bars, cafes and even sit-down restaurants. Zippos Circus returns with spectacular nd aerial acts, acrobatics, jugglers and comedy clowns, and a family Christmas would not be complete without Father Christmas, free to visit every day until 6pm with his Elves and a sack of free gifts. Direct from Children’s ITV, Sooty makes his debut in The Sooty Christmas Show. Joining the nation’s favourite bear will be Sweep, Soo and Sooty’s TV partner Richard Cadell. Rank up the speed on a range of spectacular rollercoasters and heart pumping rides, alternatively there’s also hilarious themed funhouses and ghost rides. For over 10 years, Hyde Park Winter Wonderland has been popular with the Royal family and celebrities including: Duchess of Cambridge & Prince George, Kate Moss, Naomi Campbell, Simon Cowell, Rod Stewart and Tom Cruise. Book ahead for the Ice Skating, Magical Ice Kingdom, The Nutcracker on Ice, Bar Ice, Giant Observation Wheel, The Sooty Show and Circus and come and celebrate 10 years of festive fun.

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uropean investor Meyer Bergman, which owns Mayfair’s Burlington Arcade with Thor Equities, said revenues have bounced by as much as 50% at its string of luxury retailers since the Brexit vote. Sales rose 20% on average last month. Peter Mace, partner at Cushman & Wakefield, Burlington’s leasing agent, said Brexit had not dampened demand at the arcade, with 25 more luxury brands interested in taking space. The arcade, originally opened in 1819 by Lord George Cavendish, is England’s oldest and longest shopping arcade, The Burlington Arcade is a true luxury landmark in London. Housing over 40 specialist shops and designer brands, you can peruse the

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range of bespoke watches and jewellery, fragrances, luxury cashmere, handmade shoes, cutting edge swimwear and the finest of British and European homewares. Prestigious names include Nourbel & Le Cavelier, Susannah Lovis, Michael Rose, CHANEL, Penhaligon’s Harrys of London, Linley, La Perla, House of Cashmere, Crockett & Jones and Vintage Rolex. As we approach the festive season, for those that have expensive taste and have the money to purchase luxury Christmas gifts, Burlington Arcade is for you. GIFTS FOR HER Choose from decadent diamonds, delicate scents and must have handbags, shoes and accessories.

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GIFTS FOR HIM Buy gifts of distinction from a bespoke collection of men’s watch pieces, to cufflinks to handmade shoes and leather products. TAX FREE SHOPPING Visitors who are non-EU members can claim back a percentage of their tax through stores working with Tax Refund companies. Please ask a member of staff when completing your purchases at the till. Burlington Arcade is located discreetly between Bond Street and Piccadilly, the Arcade has long been favoured by Royalty, celebrities and the cream of British society. THE DETAILS For more information about Burlington Arcade 51, Piccadilly,W1J 0QJ Telephone 020 7493 1764 www.burlingtonarcade.com

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Remember, remember the fifth of November... because that’s the date London’s premier shopping street will be turned into a glittering showcase of motoring’s past, present and future providing a fabulous day out for all the family.

lus of course, all the fabulous stores along Regent Street will be open throughout the day so there’s ample opportunity for some early Christmas shopping, too!

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With the entire street closed to traffic from Piccadilly Circus to Oxford Circus, visitors can wander freely among the exhibits. The free-to-view Regent Street Motor Show, first held in 2005, goes from strength to strength with attractions including a display of pre1905 veteran cars from the dawn of motoring, as well as today’s cars and tomorrow’s technologies from an increasing number of manufacturers keen to show city-friendly low and zero emission eco machines to visitors. Several of these will also be available for a short test drive on the day thanks to an initiative from Go Ultra Low. Part of the Regent Street Motor Show’s appeal lies in its variety. As well as advanced new cars, there will be many other attractions for the car enthusiast with classic car displays, historic racing cars, bikes, and even musical entertainment from song and dance troupe, the West End Kids. And of course there are the veterans. The Regent Street Motor Show takes place the day before the famous Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run supported by Hiscox that leaves from nearby Hyde Park. Around 100 of these venerable machines will be displayed as part of the annual Veteran Car Concours d’Elegance. The owners of these pioneering

machines will be competing for a number of different awards, including the Most Original or Unrestored Car and the Concours d’Equipe for drivers and passengers wearing period costume. Visitors will also be able to vote for their own personal favourite in the Spectator’s Choice award. Despite their undoubted value – and, in some cases, their fragility – Regent Street visitors are encouraged to inspect the cars at close quarters and quiz their ever-enthusiastic owners and drivers. If you’re heading to the Show, don’t forget your camera! THE DETAILS For more information, visit the official event website www.regentstreetmotorshow.com @RegentStreetMS RegentStreetMS @RegentStreetMS

Christmas Carol Concert Monday 5 December 2016 Doors open at 7pm St Luke’s Church, Sydney St Chelsea, SW3 6NH Tickets: Adults from £20, Children £10

Enjoy an evening of festive cheer including a very special Doggie Guard of Honour, traditional carols, mulled wine and mince pies. For further information and to book tickets visit battersea.org.uk/CarolConcert or call 020 7627 9295

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Sunday 6th November 2016

In keeping with tradition, the Bonhams London to Brighton Veteran Car Run supported by Hiscox will take place on the first Sunday of November when, at first light, over four hundred pre-1905 cars will set off from Hyde Park in London on the 60-mile journey to Brighton. It’s a sight not to be missed!

his year, the world’s longest-running motoring event celebrates not only its own 120th anniversary, but also the anniversary of inventor Karl Benz’s 130-year old patent – granted on January 29th 1886 – and the early days of German motoring. The Benz Patent Motorwagen (patent number 37435) was a two-seater, threewheeler, powered by a single cylinder four-stroke engine mounted at the rear. Its first public demonstration run was not hugely successful – difficult to control, it collided with a wall. Significant modifications meant that successful tests on public roads were carried out in the summer of 1886 and two years and further improvements later, the ‘Mk III’ version was offered

for sale, becoming the world’s first commercially available automobile. Alongside Benz, there are just a handful of modern-day marques that have been around long enough to have cars taking part in the Run, and the veteran cars of yesteryear will be joined by pre-1905 cars of the more recognisable manufacturers including Renault, Vauxhall, Peugeot, Fiat, Ford, Cadillac, and of course Mercedes. See if you can spot them as they wind their way down to Brighton. Many thousands of spectators line the route and organisers have put together a handy spectator route map to help pick out the best places from which to view the veteran cars (available at: www.veterancarrun.com/event-info). ‘The Run’ is just one element of the Royal Automobile Club’s London Motor Week – a seven day celebration of motoring, which includes an art exhibition, motoring heritage lectures, a motoring forum and a motoring book awards evening. The penultimate event in the week is the freeto-view Regent Street Motor Show, on Saturday 5th November, turning London’s premier shopping street into a motoring showcase that puts the spotlight on veterans and moderns alike. THE DETAILS For more information, visit the official event website www.veterancarrun.com @VeteranCarRun

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Karl Benz and his wife Bertha, who, in 1888, undertook the first long distance journey by car, were far-sighted automobile pioneers… but even they would be amazed by the role the car plays in 21st Century life. It is highly fitting that the 2016 Run should honour Benz, his contemporaries and his country’s role in the history of the motor car. SAYS TOM PURVES, CHAIRMAN OF THE ROYAL AUTOMOBILE CLUB 3 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

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Friday 4th November 2016

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Bonhams reveals star line-up for London to Brighton Veteran Car Run Sale Each year, on the Friday before the world-famous London to Brighton Run, Bonhams holds a sale of Veteran Motor Cars in London.

RENAULT TYPE N-C WAGONETTE

rare 1904 Renault Type N-B 14/20hp four-cylinder swing-seat Tonneau registration no. XH 618 leads the sale, and is estimated at £250,000-£280,000. One particularly interesting car in this year's sale is a 1903 Renault type n-c two cylinder 10hp Wagonette, registration no. BS 8243 estimated at £110,000-130,000. The car was discovered in Kent in 1969 by George Dorrington, a wellknown Veteran Car Club enthusiast and founder member of the popular Renault Frères Club. 1904 RENAULT

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OTHER VETERAN CARS IN THE SALE INCLUDE 1904 Aster 16/20 hp four-cylinder four-seat rear-entrance Tonnneau registration no. AK 268 (£230,000-270,000) 1897 Daimler 4hp twin-cylinder 'Rougemont' Wagonette, registration no. MS 172 (£200,000220,000) 1903 Darracq 12 hp, registration no. w 21 The sale takes place at Bonhams, New Bond Street on Friday 4th November starting at 4pm. More auction items to be announced, please visit www.bonhams.com/auctions

George's discovery at a Canterbury scrapyard yielded a near complete car, from chassis to radiator, dated water reservoir tank marked '4/3' (for April 1903), bonnet, steering column, etc. all in a dismantled state. Its only major omissions were that it lacked its original twin cylinder engine and the majority of its wooden body had long since been lost. For the next two decades George worked diligently on the Renault with the sourcing of a period correct Renault twin cylinder unit proving elusive until eventually one was tracked down in France. George Dorrington finished the Type N-C in the mid-1990s and it was duly submitted for Veteran Car Club dating, and its year of 1903 confirmed then. Ever since, the car has been a regular sight on the London to Brighton Run.

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Selfridges is teaming up with Morgan to celebrate the launch of the car manufacturer’s first zero emission, all-electric car, the EV3, with a worldwide exclusive collaboration. Both born in 1909 in England, Selfridges and Morgan were two iconic British brands waiting for the perfect opportunity to collaborate, and the opportunity has finally arrived.

Selfridges bronze detailing – reminiscent of the Oxford Street store’s iconic bronze name plaque. As part of the unique collaboration, Selfridges has enlisted nine British brands to produce a driving kit with sustainable accessories for the contemporary recreational motorsports man and woman. The kit is priced separately but can only be ordered with the car.

o make this collaboration truly unique, Selfridges and Morgan THE FULL DRIVING KIT FEATURES THE FOLLOWING BRANDS are creating a limited edition of the EV3, called UK 1909 Edition, blending Morgan’s legendary engineering know-how and iconic Globe-Trotter – an exclusive case made to exactly fit the design with Selfridges’ famous flair for fashion. The UK luggage rack on the UK 1909 edition (£2,995) 1909 Edition will be officially launched in-store in Oxford Christopher Raeburn – bespoke driving overall in Street, at the end of November 2016, and priced at waterproof materials (£1,095) Morgan has also £52,500. It will be manufactured at the beginning of George Cleverley – the perfect pair of leather 2017 and will be delivered to each customer within produced a children’s driving shoes made in the same leather and 6 months. stitching as the car seats and leather detailing A car that is a collector’s item as desirable version of the UK1909 (£1,200) and beautiful as a piece of art and as practical, electric car, the Junior EV3, Richard James – the perfect tweed jacket (£450) comfortable and fast as a 21st century car with Linda Farrow – driving goggles in leather and carbon neutral credentials should be. A triumph for £6,250 which will also be bronze (£375) of style and function that honours Morgan’s Alexander McQueen – the ultra-chic skinny available from the end of celebrated craftsmanship, the UK 1909 Edition will driving scarf (£245) only ever be made in a limited edition run of 19 – a the year. Karl Donoghue – a stylish soft shearling-lined number that is a nod to the year during which both helmet for winter drives (£1,000) Selfridges and Morgan were founded. Belstaff – the hardy waxed cotton jacket for rainy The gorgeous, retro-futuristic three-wheeled electric vehicle, drives (£850) with an expected autonomy of between 120-150 miles depending on Dents – the perfect driving gloves by The Queen’s favourite glove drive cycle and a top speed of around 90 miles an hour, boasts a beautiful maker (£90) bullet-bodied, face and exposed wheel design style which takes inspiration from 1930’s aero engine race cars, classic motorcycles and 1950’s fantasy automatons. Brass conductive cooling fins encase the batteries and four large round headlights add to the overall boldness of the design which for the UK 1909 Edition limited edition comes in a luxurious yet understated black with

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Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall 2016

Returns for its 20 th Anniversary IMG, a global leader in sports, fashion and media, have announced the return of much loved season-ending event, Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall.This year the tournament will celebrate its 20th Anniversary.

hampions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall is the season ending finale of the ATP Champions Tour. Guests will be able to watch the greatest players on the grandest stage, with former Grand Slam champions, World No.1s and national icons all taking to the court. This year, former World No.1 and seven-time Grand Slam champion John McEnroe will be competing alongside former World No.1 and two-time US open champion Pat Rafter, former British No.1 Tim Henman, former World No.1 Juan Carlos Ferrero, as well as Fabrice Santoro, Younes El Aynaoui and jester of the court, Mansour Bahrami. More names to be announced in due course. On his return to Champion’s Tennis, McEnroe commented: “Every year I look forward to coming back to London and playing in Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall event, which over the last two decades has become one of my favourite stops on the Champions Tour. I am grateful to be able to compete in front of amazing British fans that have such a great appreciation for our sport. I can’t wait to return in November.” This year Champions Tennis is partnering with SportsAid as the event’s Official Charity Partner. 2016 is also a landmark year for the charity, which is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The only national charity of its kind, SportsAid was set up to help aspiring British athletes reach their goals through financial support. SportsAid will host a charity session on the afternoon of Friday 2nd December 2016, which will include: a private audience with Olympians

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30 th November – 4 th December 2016

and Paralympians, SportsAid's future heroes and Champions Tennis players; a silent auction; a parade of Olympians and Paralympians over the last 40 years, including British athletes who participated in the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics in Rio de Janeiro; live competitions with a chance to win a meet and greet with British Olympians and a performance from English soprano Laura Wright. There is also an array of activities on offer for younger fans with the Family Advantage Package on Saturday 3rd December. Starting at 11.30am, attendees can upgrade their ticket to experience a range of fun activities in the Champions Club in the gallery of the Royal Albert Hall before the tennis starts. They can also get coaching tips from tennis legends, including Pat Rafer, on minitennis courts and experience the magical world of ‘George and the Ice Cream Castle’, all under the watchful eye of Judy Murray. In its 20 year history, Champions Tennis at the Royal Albert Hall has featured many of tennis’ greatest stars, including Pete Sampras, John McEnroe, Stefan Edberg, Goran Ivanisevic, Bjorn Borg, Boris Becker and Andy Roddick, and special appearances from Andy Murray, Sir Elton John, Billie-Jean King and Novak Djokovic. Book now and enjoy this showpiece event of the festive season. TICKET PRICES Standard (from £18.50), Premium (from £69.50),VIP (from £199) Hospitality Packages: Available from £299 per person (excluding VAT) SportsAid Package: Friday 2nd December (afternoon) Family Package: Saturday 3rd December (from 11:30am)

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Thursday 27 October – Saturday 29 October

Museums at Night is the UK-wide biannual festival of arts, culture and heritage. During the October festival, hundreds of museums, galleries and historic spaces all over the UK will be opening their doors after dark to put on a fantastic array of special night-time events - gallery gigs, art happenings, twilight screenings, all-night sleepovers, nature walks, star gazing or simply the chance to experience some of the UK’s cultural venues, historic houses and museums in a new way.

he October festival coincides with Halloween weekend so many museums will be putting on events with a Halloween theme - from spooky sleepovers and story telling to ghost tours.

Highlights of the October festival include: DRUIDS IN THE DEADHOUSE ARTIST BEDWYR WILLIAMS AT SOMERSET HOUSE, LONDON FRIDAY OCTOBER 28

Acclaimed Welsh artist Bedwyr William’s work combines installations and comedic poetic live performances. Imagine a trendy East London bar where 90’s nostalgia is replaced with circa 900 BC revival. Druids in the Deadhouse is an approximation of what a Druid hipster event might have been like had things panned out differently! Arch-Druid Bedwyr Williams will be hosting an Iron Age open mic night deep in the bowels of Somerset House. The Deadhouse is Somerset House’s secret chamber clad with genuine headstones dating from the 1600’s and authentic antique odour. Alongside mystic amusement the Deadhouse will also play host to a set of tableau vivants, installations and performers who will populate the space with rituals, sinister ceremonies and Celtic charm. The evening will commence on the River Terrace followed by a robing ritual and ceremonial march down to the Deadhouse. 4 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

PETER LIVERSIDGE AT THE ROYAL COLLEGE OF NURSING, LONDON FRIDAY OCTOBER 28 100 years ago, The Royal College of Nursing was born, shaping the nursing profession as it is today. On its 100th birthday, British artist Peter Liversidge will be inviting visitors to be part of a thought-provoking art experience looking at the hidden history of the RCN building in Cavendish Square and the work of the Royal College of Nursing over the past century and into the future. Peter Liversidge is a British contemporary artist notable for his diverse artistic practice and use of proposals, written on a manual typewriter. He has exhibited and worked with Tate Liverpool and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art amongst many other galleries across the world. DICKENS AFTER DARK: A HALLOWEEN SPECIAL AT CHARLES DICKENS MUSEUM, LONDON FRIDAY OCTOBER 28 On the only night of the year dedicated to telling stories of the dearly departed and reading the fortunes of friends, experience Dickens’s beautiful townhouse as if the author himself had just stepped out the door. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the dimly lit rooms and experience what it was like to be in a Victorian home after dark while delving into the unseen mysteries of the future with the help of clairvoyants. Age 16-17, 18+ CRAVEN STREET BONES AT BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HOUSE, LONDON SATURDAY OCTOBER 29 In 1997, a chance discovery during conservation sparked an investigation at Benjamin Franklin House: how did human skeletal remains of up to 10 individuals come to be buried under the basement floor? Historian Braena Sykes explores the answer to this question and reveal the darker side of the 18th century’s pursuit of knowledge. Age: 14-15, 16-17, 18+ Many events are free. THE DETAILS For details of all venues, events and activities visit www.museumsatnight.org.uk, where listings information will be continually updated right up until the weekend itself.

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at the Saatchi Gallery SalonQP presents a wealth of horological treasures within the refined surroundings of the Saatchi Gallery each year, bringing watch enthusiasts face-to-face with the most respected watch brands and watchmakers on the planet. SalonQP, which first staged in 2009 has developed into a globally recognised destination event, drawing in an evergrowing number of watch collectors and press from around the globe and has an established reputation as a launch pad for both new watches and even entirely new brands.

alonQP will be celebrating the 20th anniversary of Chopard’s L.U.C manufacture timepieces, the 110th anniversary of Montblanc and, finally, the 225th anniversary of Girard-Perregaux, who will be showing the amazing Place Girardet collection of 225 unique timepieces and the new edition of the Laureato, also limited to 225 pieces worldwide. WATCH BRAND DEBUTS Visitors to SalonQP will also witness the public launch of three new watch brands: Fears is a storied British watch brand first established in 1846 and now being relaunched by a sixth-generation descendent of the original founder. Atelier de Chronométrie from Barcelona will be showing its first design, created without the support of modern technology in

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favour of traditional watchmaking techniques. JR Bespoke Timepieces, the Canterbury-based jeweller, has spent two years fusing his signature Octagon geometry with a bespoke watchmaking concept.

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NEW WATCHES Both Montblanc and Chopard will be launching new watches exclusively on SalonQP’s opening night while creative powerhouses, MB&F and Urwerk, will be presenting UK debuts for their latest watches. British watchmaker Robert Loomes will be unveiling the Stamford, an entirely British-made watch movement, while Christopher Ward will reveal the C1 Grand Malvern Power Reserve, the latest development on its in-house SH21 movement. Visitors will also get their first chance to see Garrick’s latest model, the Portsmouth, a watch with a movement manufactured in Switzerland by Andreas Strehler, but designed, assembled and finished in Norfolk. Swiss brand Manufacture Royale will be exhibiting an entirely new calibre at SalonQP. WATCHMAKING VIPS SalonQP also provides an unrivalled opportunity for visitors to meet some of the most important players in the watch industry. This year the show looks forward to welcoming Jerome Lambert, CEO of Montblanc, Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner (co-founders or Urwerk), Danny Pizzigoni (Founder of The Watch Club), and Kari Voutilainen (founder of Voutilainen), alongside many renowned watchmakers and designers. THE DETAILS For more information, visit www.SalonQP.com/exhibition or call 020 7931 3987 Saatchi Gallery, Duke of York’s HQ, King’s Road, London, SW3 4RY

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David Bowie’s Personal Art Collection to be unveiled for the first time at Sotheby’s, New Bond Street

Art was, seriously, the only thing I’d ever wanted to own. It has always been for me a stable nourishment. I use it. It can change the way I feel in the mornings.The same work can change me in different ways, depending on what I’m going through. DAVID BOWIE

usician, actor, icon — David Bowie was for almost 50 years one of the most recognised and revered artists in the world, his influence transcending music to shape the wider culture of our time. His life as an art collector, however, was something he kept almost entirely hidden from public view. Now, for the first time, this little-known side of Bowie will be fully revealed. Next month, (November) Sotheby’s will stage Bowie/Collector – a threepart sale that includes a selection of around 400 items from the private collection of David Bowie. At its heart will be Bowie’s collection of Modern and Contemporary British art – a richly stimulating group of over 200 works by many of the most important British artists of the 20th century, including Henry Moore, Graham Sutherland, Frank Auerbach and Damien Hirst. Bowie’s famously inquisitive mind also led

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him to Outsider Art, Surrealism, Contemporary African art and, not least, to the work of the eccentric Italian designer Ettore Sottsass and the Memphis group. This is a collection put together with great thoughtfulness on the basis not of reputation but of Bowie’s highly personal, intellectual response to each artist’s individual vision.

Bowie’s private collection will be exhibited at Sotheby’s New Bond Street galleries, giving fans, art historians and collectors a once-ina-lifetime opportunity to immerse themselves in the art and objects that informed his private world. “Eclectic, unscripted, understated: David Bowie’s collection offers a unique insight into the personal world of one of the 20th century’s greatest creative spirits.” Oliver Barker, Chairman, Sotheby’s Europe.

The sale catalogue will be available in early October.

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esidents of Kensington Palace Gardens live in the most expensive street in Britain, where the average house price fetches almost £38.26million. Nestled in the W8 postcode and within easy reach of both Kensington and Notting Hill, the street has previously been nicknamed “the boulevard of billionaires”. The Boltons in SW10 was found to be the second most expensive street where a property is worth £33.31 million, according to Zoopla’s property rich list. Grosvenor Crescent in Belgravia, SW1X, where the average home costs £21.63 million was the third priciest. Courtenay Avenue in Hampstead was fourth, while Manresa Road in Chelsea was fifth. Outside London, the most expensive postcode is in Virginia Water in Surrey (GU25), where the average home costs more than £1.3 million.

Across Britain, there are now 12,418 streets where the average property value is more than £1 million, according to Zoopla's calculations. Many of Britain's million-pound properties are located around the South East commuter belt. 184 streets in Guildford, Surrey, have average house prices of more than £1 million, and in Reading, Berkshire there are 162. Sevenoaks in Kent has 150 streets where homes are worth an average of more than £1 million. The property website found that more than 40,000 new property millionaires have been created across Britain so far this year. In total, some 660,900 homes across the country are now estimated to be worth at least £1 million - an increase of more than 40,800 since January. 82 per cent of Britain's property millionaires live in London or the South East of England.

Britain's 10 most expensive streets 1. Kensington Palace Gardens, W8............................ £38,266,143 2. The Boltons, SW10................................................. £33,314,108 3. Grosvenor Crescent, SW1X.................................... £21,635,151 4. Courtenay Avenue, N6.......................................... £19,000,018 5. Manresa Road, SW3.............................................. £13,281,914 6. Compton Avenue, N6............................................ £13,212,238 7. Frognal Way, NW3................................................. £12,797,040 8. Ilchester Place, W14............................................... £12,774,204 9. Cottesmore Gardens, W8....................................... £10,816,448 10. Chester Square, SW1W......................................... £10,635,410 GROSVENOR CRESCENT

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A picture-perfect Portuguese holiday lifestyle beckons for discerning British buyers, thanks to two award-winning resort developments from luxury property pioneer United Investments Portugal. On the majestic clifftops of the Algarve, the ultramodern Pine Cliffs Terraces epitomise the dream holiday home with seamlessly flowing spaces and inspirational design; while the Residences at Sheraton Cascais Resort offer an idyllic escape on Lisbon’s chichi coast, just half an hour from the city.

azzlingly white against the Algarve’s azure skies and the deep green pines of the adjacent woodland, the stunning Pine Cliffs Terraces were built in 2011. The properties are all of a similar style but vary in layout and furnishings. With the imaginative use of floor-to-ceiling glass panels and the clever allocation of outside space, natural light floods into each property’s beautiful interior, bouncing around the whitewashed walls and gleaming limestone floors. Contemporary retro-style furnishings introduce eye-catching variations in texture, with rich, wooden cabinetry and paneling sitting harmoniously with plush, velvety upholstery and sheer window drapes. Dramatic artwork and distinctive lighting complete the stylish picture. A unique cluster of spacious contemporary two- and three-bedroom townhouses and villas located in a dream setting. Upstairs, the en suite bedrooms are chic and serene, with supremely comfortable beds and smart bathrooms appointed to the highest specification. Fluffy bathrobes, slippers and a complimentary selection of luxury toiletries are provided for guaranteed comfort. The inviting lounge is ideal for unwinding after a day on the golf course or splashing about in the water. Rustling up a quick lunch or taking your time over creating a complete gourmet dinner is equally pleasurable in the sleek and very well equipped kitchen/diner, while an additional dining suite is also

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provided in an enclosed courtyard should you prefer to eat alfresco. The resort’s 11 restaurants and bars are also on hand to provide with plenty of tempting alternatives. The Terraces are arranged around a magnificent shared infinity pool, bordered by extensive decking and encircled by both a decorative stream and immaculately tended lawns. Luxurious loungers and parasols are provided for those long, chilled-out days in the sun, taking a cooling dip as and when you feel inclined. When it comes to activities, Pine Cliffs Resort certainly takes some beating, with everything from a stunning nine-hole golf course and tennis academy to a gym – Pine Cliffs Goes Active, a state-of-the-art Spa – Serenity The Art of Well Being - and kids’ club – Porto Pirata. A special glass elevator will take you down the striking red cliffs to the soft white sands of Falésia Beach where you can indulge in an array of watersports. A little further up on Portugal’s western coast, the Residences at Sheraton Cascais Resort are the latest must-have properties from United Investments Portugal. Newly available and set within an award-winning five star resort, the Residences offer a sumptuous, serene resort lifestyle on the fashionable Lisbon coastline, with quick and easy access to the buzzing capital and its well connected international airport. The Residences are deluxe and spacious 3- to 4- bedroom apartments, all built to the highest standards with an elegant and modern design, and offer an exclusive lifestyle experience. Family life flows naturally in this luxurious and spacious setting, with ample bedrooms, kitchen, living and dining areas - all featuring beautifully and stylish interior decor - and multiple balconies offering exceptional indoor and outdoor living space. These Luxury Freehold Properties provide a unique investment opportunity with various rental programme options available and are compatible with the Non-Habitual Tax Regime and Golden Visa Programme. THE DETAILS For more information visit the websites at www.pinecliffs.com and www.sheratoncascaisresort.com

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Last chance to buy at Crest Nicholson’s

Luxurious Tileman House Located in the heart of Putney, Crest Nicholson’s Tileman House comprises a contemporary collection of 56 high-quality new homes on the Upper Richmond Road. With the final one and two bedroom apartments now remaining, these highquality properties are now ready to move into!

ileman House has been expertly finished to a high specification, with its stylish, linear interiors and finish imitating the feel of London’s most exclusive boutique hotels and private member’s clubs. Natural light floods each home thanks to the development’s large windows, and residences on the upper floors also take in fantastic views over the iconic River Thames. Most homes will enjoy their own balcony, terrace or winter garden and all residents will have access to two landscaped south facing podium gardens. In order to provide complete peace of mind, the luxury urban living development offers a twelve-hour concierge, with a friendly face on hand to take parcels and dry cleaning, to accommodate residents’ busy working lives. The location of the development is perfect for city commuters. Perfectly positioned just 500ft from Putney rail station, and 0.2 miles from East Putney underground station, residents can enjoy fast, direct links into the heart of London. For those looking to escape the hustle

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and bustle of the capital, Putney is close to a number of stunning parks, with Putney Heath, Richmond, Wandsworth and Wimbledon Common all within easy reach. Putney High Street is home to a wealth of sports facilities, trendy restaurants and buzzing bars. Residents can spend weekends at the Putney Rowing Club, or exploring the various culinary delights, with a wide range of cuisines on offer. If that isn’t enough, Putney offers a rich assortment of shops along the bustling high street, with a wealth of independent boutiques to explore, as well as Putney Exchange Shopping Centre, home to all the major high street brands. THE DETAILS Prospective buyers can arrange a viewing at this popular development today, by visiting www.crestnicholson.com/tilemanhouse or calling 020 3818 8897

FINAL CHANCE TO LIVE AT TILEMAN HOUSE Only a few homes remain at Tileman House, don't miss your opportunity to buy and benefit from being under a 5 minute walk* from 2 stations with regular links into London and Canary Wharf. • Some homes with underground car parking.

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Final 1 bedroom apartments priced from £689,995 (646 sqft) | 2 bedroom apartments priced from £700,000 (732 sqft) To find out more or to view these exceptional homes in the heart of Putney, contact the team to arrange a viewing.

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t’s been a volatile period in the markets following the decision by UK voters to leave the European Union and much uncertainty remains, given that we are only just setting out on what is a long and arduous road to Brexit. With the full consequences of Brexit still unknown and an additional layer of complexity added into the equation because we effectively have an entirely new Government in power, investors are, understandably, nervous. At times like these, our challenge as investment specialists is to ensure we are providing exactly the right advice to clients so that they have the best chance to preserve and grow their wealth in what are absolutely unchartered waters. In periods of uncertainty tried and tested investment principles come to the fore.

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Tried-and-tested principles are the bedrock of Quilter Cheviot’s investment policy. We focus on: • Global investors: Our investment managers seek the best investment opportunities globally. We don’t limit ourselves to the UK domestic market. This diversification protects against localised shocks. We’re well placed to do this thanks to our well-resourced, fully qualified, dedicated research team, which is devoted to seeking out the best investments wherever they may be. • Diversified asset classes: Investing in fixed-income assets, such as bonds, as well as equities helps to cushion against market volatility. • Diversified sectors: Investing across a broad spectrum of sectors also protects against any shocks in specific industries. For example, we invest in pharmaceuticals, telecoms, beverages, commodities as well as banks and real estate companies. • Planning for the long term: Our investment managers always plan for the long term, rather than for one-off OCCTTO ObBeErR 22001166 2566 O

events such as the UK referendum on EU membership. It’s important not to be distracted from long-term investment goals by the short-term noise created by the markets. This last point is incredibly important. An investor who been tempted to make sweeping changes to their portfolio, or even cashed it in entirely, ahead of an expected financial storm. Such an investor would have been left licking their wounds.

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That’s because carefully chosen investments have since confounded even the most optimistic of views. Reacting to short-term events is ill-advised because it’s not just about guessing the outcome of a vote, it’s also about guessing the market’s reaction to that outcome, and making the right call in these circumstances is often notoriously difficult. Having a regular dialogue and direct line of contact with your investment manager will help to provide that extra level of reassurance required in times of flux. At Quilter Cheviot, clients benefit from a combination of in depth analysis provided by our dedicated research teams, whose sole purpose is to identify, research and evaluate investment opportunities across the whole of market, and the support of an experienced, client facing investment manager to help guide them on their investing journey. The truth is that most advisers can make a fist of investment when times are good and times are certain; it’s only during upheaval that the true mettle of an investment adviser is really tested. And that time is right here and right now. Investors should remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up and that past performance is no guarantee of future returns. You may not recover what you invest.

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EVENTS

LIZZIE

22nd February 2th March 2017

UK Premiere of rock musical

to take place in Greenwich

BY JAMES HADDRELL, ARTISTIC & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF GREENWICH THEATRE

One of the perennial questions asked in the theatre industry is where the next big musical is going to come from. Theatre contributes billions of pounds to the UK economy every year, with the West End generating the vast majority of that figure, and everybody wants to know where the next major production is going to come from, the next musical hit to match the long-running success of titles like Les Miserables or The Phantom Of The Opera.

he West End has seen a major influx of juke-box musicals in recent years, with the likes of Mamma Mia and We Will Rock You making a major impact. Film adaptations have also found their way into the mix with shows like Billy Elliott and The Lion King attracting large audiences, and family books like Matilda and Charlie And The Chocolate Factory have also proved popular.

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However, the thing that interests me is where the next genuinely new musical will emerge from. At Greenwich we have a long history of seeking out and celebrating new musical theatre and I am often asked to speak at industry events about how to nurture new talent. Alongside our many UK partners, from theatres and producers up and down the country to musical theatre development organisations like Musical Theatre Network and Mercury Musical Developments, we are now working with a new international partner. Denmark’s Frederica Teater is an award-winning theatre that has hosted or produced numerous European and World premieres, including the production of Disney's Aladdin: The Musical that is currently running in the West End, in Hamburg and on Broadway. After a long period of preparation, we are now set to bring the new musical LIZZIE from Denmark to London for its UK premiere in February next year – and tickets are already on sale. However, unlike Aladdin, LIZZIE is inspired by true events. In 1892, Lizzie Borden was arrested for murdering her father and her stepmother with an axe in their Massachusetts home. Apparently convinced that her stepmother was after her father’s money, Lizzie was believed to have taken matters into her own hands after seeing her father kill the pigeons that she loved with a hatchet. Her trial, and her subsequent acquittal, became

a media sensation, and while the case remains officially unsolved there is every chance that Lizzie Borden may indeed have killed her parents. Since then her story has been immortalised in the folk rhyme – Lizzie Borden took an axe And gave her mother forty whacks. When she saw what she had done, She gave her father forty-one. Following in the footsteps of shows like Sweeney Todd in making music out of murder, LIZZIE is a rock musical fronted by four astonishing female singers, with music which owes less to Stephen Sondheim or Andrew Lloyd Webber and more to bands like Heart and The Runaways. Søren Møller, my opposite number at Frederica Teater, said "We are thrilled that Lizzie is coming to London. It is an amazing and unique show. Genuine hard-rock combined with exciting storytelling. I am extremely pleased to get a chance to remount this show with an international cast. It is truly original." THE DETAILS For more information visit the website at www.greenwichtheatre.org.uk or call the Box Office 020 8858 7755

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The Hampstead Arts Festival The Hampstead Arts Festival returns to London NW3 next month with two weeks of classical music, jazz, talks and film in three of Hampstead’s most beautiful, historic and comfortable venues – St John’s Downshire Hill, Burgh House and Hampstead Parish Church.

vents include: world-renowned pianist Stephen Hough performing Schubert and Liszt in a benefit for the charity Music in Prisons; the spectacular Arditti String Quartet playing three 21st century British masterworks by Thomas Ades, Harrison Birtwistle and Brian Ferneyhough; cello virtuoso Raphael Wallfisch, the English Chamber Orchestra - the world’s most recorded orchestra - and the Choir of Hampstead Parish Church in a special benefit for Marie Curie Hospice, Hampstead; Paris-based Israeli jazz piano star Yaron Herman; Hitchcock’s great silent film “The Lodger,” beautifully restored by BFI and accompanied live by pianist/composer

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5th - 20th November 2016

Gwilym Simcock; conductor Paul MacAlindin talking about his experience with the National Youth Orchestra of Iraq; writer Paul Rees on black footballers and discrimination in the “beautiful game”; director and filmmaker Shamin Sarif; and much more. The Hampstead Arts Festival began, on a very small scale, in 2012 as a successor to the former Hampstead & Highgate Festival. They grew to twenty events in 2015, aiming to engage, interest and move audiences with unique and beautiful presentations at Hampstead’s most intimate venues. Chamber music, jazz, song, literature, politics and film, with international stars, up-and-coming artists and - in rich supply in Northwest London - local talent. The Hampstead Arts Festival has built up a strong local following and is also attracting audience members from across greater London and even California! THE DETAILS Full programme information and tickets are available at www.HampsteadArtsFestival.com Email info@HampsteadArtsFestival.com Paper tickets are also available at Gary Ingham Salon on Hampstead Heath Street.

EVENTS TALKS Bright lights and tourist delights with architectural critic and writer Jonathan Glancey 18 October 2016 Beauty < Immortality â&#x20AC;&#x201C; artists Langlands & Bell in conversation with BBC Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Robert Elms 10 November 2016

FRIDAY LATE 20th Century Design 18 November 2016

EVENTS

Friday 11th – Sunday 20th November 2016

PICTURE ANN ZIMMERMAN

The Festival returns for 10 days this November with a line-up packed with fresh new talent including Kandace Springs, Christian Scott and Theo Croker, alongside jazz heavyweights including Wayne Shorter, The Cookers and Carla Bley’s Liberation Music Orchestra.

here are hundreds of events to choose from across the capital, all of which you can browse in the Festival guide on the website which also includes some short articles about the programme. London Jazz Festival are thrilled to have so many brilliant venues on board across London, making them the capital’s largest pan-city indoor music festival. From glittering concert hall shows at the Barbican and Royal Festival Hall to standing gigs at Rich Mix and Scala, great programmes at the jazz clubs, plus talks and workshops, and tons of free performances, there truly is something for everyone. Be inspired. Try something new. Take part in a workshop. Support your local venues.

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commitment to education activity, the London Jazz Festival began to spread its wings. The aims of the Festival still remain the same today; celebrating the place of jazz in a city which is at ease with its rich cultural diversity, and drawing in a multitude of venues across London who present the music, week in, week out, throughout the year. WILLIAM BELL

ALLEN HARRIS

Follow the bright lights of this innovative, lifeaffirming music we call jazz, and wake with the buzz of the Festival still ringing in your ears. This is the EFG London Jazz Festival. Time to embrace your #jazzlife The London Jazz Festival was created in 1993 by live international music producers, Serious. The Festival emerged from the long-standing Camden Jazz Week which was created in 1970; with the active support of the London Arts Board (now Arts Council England, London). Serious – who had for some years produced the Camden Jazz Week, engineered a transition that saw the evolution of the Festival. Taking a mix of international and British artists and a

THE DETAILS For all the latest information and to watch videos and hear tracks from the artists, explore the Festival website efglondonjazzfestival.org.uk Follow and tag the Festival on @LondonJazzfest @londonjazzfest @londonjazzfestival

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Easy Theatres

presents three music extravaganzas at the O2

BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY INDIGO AT THE O2 Celebrating the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Thursday 17th November 2016, 8pm Hit stage show Big Girls Don’t Cry celebrates the golden anniversary of million-selling single Working My Way Back to You by working its way around the UK visiting the nation’s top venues on a countrywide tour. The critically-acclaimed stage show features the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. During the 60’s and 70’s, No1 hits Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night), Walk Like a Man, Rag Doll and Big Girls Don’t Cry saw the Four Seasons and lead singer Frankie Valli propelled to super stardom, selling a combined 100 million records nationwide. “Big Girls Don’t Cry showcases Frankie’s incredible falsettos and features solo hits that range from the exuberant – the rock’n’roll nostalgia of Grease, to the spine-tingling – show-stealers such as My Eyes Adored You.” FRANKLY SINATRA INDIGO AT THE O2 Friday 9th December 2016, 8pm The world’s No1 Frank Sinatra, Stephen Triffitt, is coming to town to celebrate the golden anniversary of Ol’ Blue Eyes’ most famous recording – Sinatra Live at the Sands. A brand-new production called Frankly Sinatra features many of the songs from the classic album, performed just the way they were back in 1966. Frankly Sinatra’s producers say that authenticity can be assured: star of the show – Stephen Triffitt – has himself enjoyed three seasons at Las Vegas’ Sands Casino portraying Frank. Featuring the swing, swagger and the velvet vocals of Frank Sinatra in concert, Stephen Triffitt is acclaimed worldwide as the master of his craft. He created the role of Ol’ Blue Eyes in the original West End production of The Rat Pack Live from Las Vegas that toured the USA, Canada and Europe. 6 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

Backed by the sound of big band swing, Frankly Sinatra brings the Chairman of the Board to town to celebrate the golden anniversary of Sinatra Live at the Sands with Stephen Triffitt, described by the show’s creators as “frankly the best thing since Sinatra himself”. “He really does sound exactly like Frank Sinatra” The Guardian THE MAGIC OF MOTOWN – 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY INDIGO AT THE O2 Saturday 10th December 2016, 8pm Join the party as this scintillating show celebrates its 10th birthday. The unstoppable Magic of Motown thrills its millionth music fan this year, embarking on a supersensational nationwide tour that also honours the 50th anniversary of chart-topping single Reach Out I’ll Be There. Revel in hit after hit as the incredible, all-new for 2016, theatrical treat with a huge cast marks 50 years of Reach Out and a decade of continuing the legend of solid-gold artistes the Supremes, Temptations, Jackson 5, Isley Brothers, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Diana Ross, Lionel Richie and more. The captivating concert show oozes the style, sophistication and musical brilliance of these megastars as more than 36 classics are revived amid a flurry of glittering costume changes, starring all the dazzling dance moves and superb musicianship of the original artistes. Book now and truly Reach Out for the Magic of Motown! THE DETAILS Tickets for all three shows can be purchased via the box office on 020 8463 2700 Email enquiries@indigoattheo2.co.uk www.theo2.co.uk/events/venue/indigo-at-the-o2 Get in touch to see what shows are coming to a venue near you by visiting www.easytheatres.com

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London Remembers... Remembrance is part of modern British life, culture and heritage. It becomes a particular feature of the public calendar each year when public, private, formal and informal Remembrance events take place throughout the UK.

he Legion was founded by veterans after the First World War. A century on from the start of that conflict, they are still helping today's Service men and women, veterans, and their families in almost every aspect of daily life, and champion Remembrance, safeguarding the memory of those who have given their lives for our freedom through Remembrance education and events. LONDON POPPY DAY Thursday 3rd November 2016

Once again, more than 2,000 volunteers representing the Royal Navy, Army and the RAF will work with ex-Service and civilian supporters to collect your donations. They will be at over 49 Tube and mainline railway stations from 7am morning rush hour, right through to the evening rush hour. There will be over 15 military bands playing at various stations across Central London and Canary Wharf, entertaining commuters. FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE Saturday 12th November 2016, 2pm or 7pm â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Royal Albert Hall

The Royal British Legion will, as usual, host the annual Festival of Remembrance at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 12 November, the day before Remembrance Sunday. The Legion invites one and all to join in commemorating all those who have lost their lives in conflicts. There are two performances, a matinee at 2pm and an evening performance at 7pm,

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the latter attended by the Royal Family. Highlights of the performance which includes special guest artists, military bands and a drumhead service, are broadcast on BBC TV and radio. Tickets for the evening performance are not publicly available. REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 2016 Sunday 13th November

As the custodians of Remembrance, The Royal British Legion calls on the nation to unite in commemorating Remembrance Sunday. At 11am on Sunday 13TH November, the National Service of Remembrance will be held at the Cenotaph on Whitehall to commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women in the two World Wars and later conflicts. The Queen will pay tribute alongside Members of the Cabinet, Opposition Party leaders, former Prime Ministers, the Mayor of London and other ministers. Representatives of the Armed Forces, Fishing Fleets and Merchant Air and Navy will be there, as well as faith communities and High Commissioners of Commonwealth countries. No passes or tickets are required by members of the public, who can watch the ceremony from the pavements along Whitehall and Parliament Street. ARMISTICE DAY Friday 11th November

At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month. The Two Minute Silence is observed on Armistice Day, the day which marks the end of the First World War. As the national custodian of Remembrance, the British Legion believes that when 11 November (Armistice Day) falls on days other than Sundays - on working days - Remembrance should be brought into the everyday life of the nation on those days as well. THE DETAILS For more information visit the website at www.britishlegion.org.uk

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Opera & Ballet International presents Ellen Kent’s Opera Festival with international soloists, a highly-praised chorus and full orchestra

‘Worth going a long way to hear’

Starring the French soprano Olga Perrier† and the Russian soprano Ecaterina Danu†. Featuring Musetta’s dog, a brass band and snow effects.

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Starring the French soprano Olga Perrier † and the Romanian mezzo Liza Kadelnik†.

All three operas sung in Italian with English surtitles.

Featuring spectacular sets and costumes, with amazing lighting and stage effects.

† Cast subject to change

Winner: ‘Best Opera Award’ LIVERPOOL DAILY POST THEATRE AWARDS

Starring the French soprano Olga Perrier†, the Russian soprano Ecaterina Danu† and the Romanian mezzo Liza Kadelnik†. With the Triumphal March, fire performers and cascades of glittering gold.

‘The best La Bohème I have ever seen’ JEREMY BRIEN, THE STAGE

La Bohème: Wed 23 November 7.30pm Nabucco: Thu 24 November 7.30pm Aida: Fri 25 & Sat 26 November 7.30pm

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FOOD & DRINK

Taste of London The Festive Edition

17th- 20th November 2016

transforming Tobacco Dock into a festive food heaven Following the scrumptious success of Taste of London in Regent’s Park this summer, tickets are now on sale for the next instalment of the world’s greatest restaurant festival.

et to kick off the Christmas season in fine foodie style, Taste of London: The Festive Edition will be brimming with London’s tastiest food, festive tipples and exciting masterclasses. The beautiful Tobacco Dock will house 21 of London’s top restaurants over the four-day event including Tredwell’s, Hix, Bubbledogs,

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Café Spice, Tom’s Kitchen, Kurobuta and the Champagne Laurent-Perrier London Restaurant of the Year, The Woodford. Together with returning favourites, the Action Against Hunger 5* Burger restaurant and The Dessert Bar, the line-up of restaurants provides visitors the rare opportunity to curate their own tasting menu from some of the capital’s latest, greatest and most exciting eateries, all under one roof. Also making a welcome return, The Daily Special will see a line-up of establishments curated by Joe Warwick, including Islington hit Black Axe Mangal and the Slow Down Food team exclusively bringing their latest initiative, the Mexican pop-up, El Barrio. There will be plenty of opportunities to get up close and personal with some of the UK’s top chefs at the AEG Taste Theatre where

visitors can expect to be inspired by the likes of Tom Kerridge, Sophie Mitchell, Mark Hix and Jose Pizarro, as they divulge their festive tips and tricks, and a Q&A session with Marcus Wareing. With cooking classes, food and drink pairings, craft beer and wine tastings, live music… and much more to get involved in, all teamed with a generous sprinkling of festive cheer - Taste of London: The Festive Edition is your culinary wonderland! Eat, drink, shop and be inspired at the festive edition of Taste of London! More information will be announced in the coming weeks. THE DETAILS For more details and to purchase tickets from £15, visit www.tasteoflondon.co.uk

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Get ready for a warm welcome next month from the BBC Good Food Show sponsored by Lexus. The capital’s largest food show returns to Olympia with live cookery demonstrations, exciting shopping areas and plenty of recipe inspiration. Stock up on winter flavours as you sample and shop from over 350 stalls.

iscover regional, seasonal and artisan produce alongside the latest products from top household brands. You’ll find all the gadgets and appliances your kitchen needs too - look out for those Show only special offers! Visitors can discover a great selection of delicious artisan producers, a stellar line up of cooks and chefs, fabulous entertainment and family fun. It’s a great way to spend a day with your food loving friends!

Highlights include… SUPERTHEATRE The Supertheatre is the highlight of the show, where you can watch the best celebrity chefs in the business cooking delicious dishes live. Visitors can see their culinary idols creating Michelin magic including Paul Hollywood, Tom Kerridge and Michel Roux Jr. Pick up pairing tips from the best in the business as virtual guest, celebrity wine expert Olly Smith, appears on screen during each session matching some of the delicious dishes cooked live on stage with Aldi’s award winning wine range, from beautiful bubbles and rich reds to wonderful whites. NEW BBC FOOD STAGE You can also enjoy the Great British Bake Off winner Nadiya Hussain cooking live on the new BBC Food Stage. Hosted by Barney Desmazery, this stage features a combination of celebrity interviews and recipe demos. Plus visitors can enjoy highlights from their favourite weekend TV food show in the Saturday Kitchen Live sessions. Get your cook books signed by the authors themselves in book signing sessions. 7 0 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

THE TASTING THEATRE The Tasting Theatre is the place to taste and learn from top food and drink experts, and is a great experience to add to your day out at the Show. Le Cordon Bleu London will be hosting an exclusive Savoury Choux Delights and Wine Master Class each day in the Tasting Theatre. Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs will be rediscovering the pastry that creates some of the nation’s most loved desserts into savoury treats. This is a one off opportunity to watch and learn from the experts at Le Cordon Bleu London and find out more about the courses at the school. POP UP RESTAURANTS Sample taster dishes from a selection of Pop-Up Restaurants including the BBC Good Food Kitchen, for dishes inspired by bbcgoodfood.com. Plus a Saturday Kitchen Pop-Up Restaurant and Le Pont de la Tour. LINDT EXCELLENCE WINE AND CHOCOLATE PAIRING For all the chocoholics out there, don’t miss the ultimate Lindt Excellence Wine and Chocolate Pairing experience. Discover how to pair delicious wines from across the globe with your favourite Lindt Excellence chocolate, guided by Lindt Master Chocolatier Stefan Bruderer and Wine Expert Tom Forrest. Plus, explore and sample their latest flavour combinations on their stand too. THE PRODUCERS VILLAGE The Producers' Village is a huge speciality food market at the heart of the show, packed with small artisan producers who pride themselves on the quality and provenance of their produce. Here you can try before you buy with some of the freshest seasonal foods, many of which you won’t find on your local high street. BBC GOOD FOOD CHAMPIONS Passionate, outstanding artisan producers deserve to be celebrated, and so the BBC Good Food Show team have put together a selection of BBC Good Food Champions. Discover a fabulous selection of artisan producers that you can sample and buy from and find out more about their story too. THE DETAILS For more details and opening times of the show visit www.bbcgoodfoodshowlondon.com

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Foodies Festival Christmas launches at Old Truman Brewery, 18th, 19th & 20th November This festive season the Chefs Theatre boasts a stellar line up, including MasterChef 2016 Winner Jane Devonshire, who’ll be cooking up her favourite family Christmas recipes for the first time.

oining her on stage are fellow MasterChef 2016 finalists Jack, Billy and Juanita with a whole host of seasonal treats and eats to help you on your way to the tastiest festive season yet. In the Cake & Bake Theatre, Burlesque Baker Charlotte White will create a modern showstopper of a Contemporary Christmas Cake in just 30 minutes (with not a plastic Santa in sight!), while master chocolatier Fiona Sciolti showcases a new selection of chocolate desserts and treats, as well as introducing her Acclaimed chefs sharing their top tips newest seasonal for a tasty Christmas alongside Jane and the MasterChef finalists are; delights including Churros with s Ed Baine delicious festive & Aubin Top TV Chef & Chef Director at Randall toppings. Adam Simmonds Winner In the Michelin-starred chef & Great British Menu Drinks Theatre, Andrew Scott Champagne expert Restaurant 56 & Great British Menu 2016 George Lyons Neil Philips and London House wine experts Charles Nick Bennett Metcalfe and Brian Elliot 2015 t MasterChef: The Professionals Finalis introduce their favourite Tony Rodd tipples for Christmas, while Melissa 2015 t Finalis Chef Master Cole gives guided craft beer tastings. Arnaud Stevens There’s also gin, whisky and Christmas Food Director at Searcys Cocktail masterclasses on offer, so there’s a Matt Hill Down Hall workshop to suit every taste! To get into the festive spirit, visitors can Dhruv Baker MasterChef Winner 2010 also attend one of the brand new series of 12 Christmas Top Tip practical masterclasses which cover a range of activities, from 7 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

learning the perfect way to curate a festive cheeseboard, to whipping up a Christmas spiced ice cream, and mastering the best techniques for curing salmon. An Artisan Christmas Market introduces top producers selling a whole host of locally made delights, including cheeses, chutneys, oils, Christmas hampers and gifts, while the Pudding Hall offers up artisan macaroons, cupcakes and sweet seasonal treats. For younger foodies, the Elves Cookery School offers tutorials in Gingerbread man baking and Christmas Cookie decorating to keep everyone entertained. The party spirit will be kept up all day long with vintage-style singers and Christmas Carollers providing entertainment on the Live Music Stage. Plus, to add to the fun, daring visitors can take part in daily events like the Chilli Eating Competition and test their sweet tooth with the Mince Pie Eating Contest, as well as team up to compete in the Christmas Quiz and Charades Relays. THE DETAILS

For more details and to purchase tickets visit www.foodiesfestival.com or by calling 0844 995 1111 All children aged 12 and under go free to all Foodies Festivals when accompanied by an adult.

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The Luxury Travel Fair returns to Olympia More travellers than ever are splashing out and taking the plunge with a dream holiday. But selecting the holiday of a lifetime takes more careful planning and consideration than your average annual break.

he Luxury Travel Fair returns to Olympia offering the finest travel experiences, created bespoke for holidaymakers by the best in the industry. The only travel show that offers tailor-made aweinspiring escapes. Booking a holiday of a lifetime comes with high expectations for your experience and service. The Fair boasts 100 exhibitors including leading and specialist tour operators and experts from all corners of the globe to create your own bespoke travel itinerary. Honeymooners, families, single travellers and the mature market can all plan their dream getaways, whatever they desire. There’s something on offer for every holidaymaker: paradise cruises, fairytale castle tours and adventure safaris trips are all available from leading luxury brands. All hosted by the world’s most desirable exclusive resorts and unique boutique hotels. Celebrity & Expert Speakers including British journalist, broadcaster & former MP, Michael Portillo, broadcaster & author, Nicholas Crane and broadcaster & journalist, Kate Adie.

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The experience starts ahead of the holiday with a whole host of indulgent attractions at The Luxury Travel Fair. Visitors can enjoy specialist travel talks from leading personalities in the Meet the Experts Theatre, a complimentary treatment in the pop-up Elemis Spa and glasses of bubbly in the Louis Roederer Champagne Bar. Highlights of the Luxury Travel Fair include: Co-located next to the Spirit of Christmas Fair, in association with House & Garden offering you the chance to get ahead on your Christmas shopping. Whether you’re looking for a beautiful interior decoration, a sumptuous gift or a fashion accessory to complete your festive ensemble, you’ll be spoilt for choice. The House of ELEMIS is a couture beauty house, usually located in a luxurious Mayfair townhouse but popping up exclusively at The Luxury Travel Fair to provide complimentary spa treatments Various options Exclusive show offers and competitions from available: from our unique collection of boutique brands £8.50- £19.75 Mosimann’s exclusive ‘pop-up’ Winter Restaurant Late night shopping on Thursday 3 November

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Journey Latin America uxury Brazil Rio, Iguazú Falls and Búzios L 11 days from £3,743pp Family Costa Rica Jungle walks and turtle spotting 14 days from £2,602pp Hummingbird Group Journey Escorted small group journey across South America from Rio to Lima, led by an expert Journey Latin America tour leader 21 days from £3,738pp

The UK’s No1 specialist in travel to Central and South America, has been creating award-winning holidays to every corner of the region for the last 36 years.

roviding both tailor-made private holidays and escorted small group tours, their strength is in their experience. All of the company’s staff have lived, worked, or travelled extensively throughout Latin America and have an unrivalled knowledge, and a real passion for sharing it. So whether you’re looking for a luxury break along the beaches of Brazil, a family holiday in the Galápagos Islands, an active adventure in Patagonia, or a journey to discover Peru’s ‘lost’ Inca citadel of Machu

Picchu, their experts can create the perfect holiday to suit you. ignature Peru Classic highlights of Peru S 14 days from £3,699pp Active Patagonia Classic treks in Argentina and Chile 14 days from £3,094pp Signature Galápagos 11 days from £4,248pp

Visit their website www.journeylatinamerica. co.uk and browse over 150 ready-made private holidays and escorted group tours, or if you prefer, allow one of their experts to tailor-make an itinerary according to your exact budget and requirements. THE DETAILS To speak with one of their experts directly, call 020 3355 8869 email tours@journeylatinamerica.co.uk or visit them at their office in west London. Journey Latin America 401 King Street, London, W6 9NJ

No company has more first-hand knowledge of its subject than Journey Latin America. CONDÉ NAST TRAVELLER Top Ten Tour Operator:Wanderlust Readers' Travel Awards 2015 Top Five Specialist Tour Operator: Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Awards 2014 & 2015 Winner: Sunday Times Travel Magazine Editor's Award 2013 Winner: British Travel Award for Best Small Tour Operator to Central and South America 2011, 2012 Winner: Latin American Travel Association award for Customer Service 2012 Winner: Sunday Times Travel Magazine Award for Specialist Tour Operator 2011 Winner: Sunday Times Travel Magazine Award for Best Value Tour Operator 2011 Winner:Wanderlust World Guide Awards 2010 Top Ten Small Tour Operator: Guardian and Observer Travel Awards 2009, 2010, 2012 7 6 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

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Which ski resort to choose? If you are looking for the best ski resorts with the best slopes in Europe, we have selected those that really will take you to new heights!

resh mountain air, wide-open spaces and stunning views… not to mention après-ski! You no doubt understand the allure of the mountains, and may want to start planning your next snowy adventure.

Val Thorens is the highest resort in Europe (at an altitude of 2,300 metres) and the highest point of the largest ski area in the world, the 3 Vallées (600 kilometres of interconnected runs). It’s a New World resort that combines the best of skiing with the best of atmospheres so that each holidaymaker feels unique and enjoys their very own Val Tho experience! Reinventing enjoyment to give its guests the best possible holiday is Val Thorens’ credo. Val Thorens is a sporty, innovative, ski in- ski out car-free resort, built in pure mountain style. Alpe d’Huez is a true paradise for those who love snow and the great outdoors. The Winter/Summer sports resort is well known for its very sunny climate. The village sits perched on a full south facing plateau at 1860m altitude in the Grandes Rousses mountain range. The ski area called ‘Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski’ links up to the resort villages of Auris-en-Oisans, Huez, Ozen-Oisans, Vaujany, Villard-Reculas, La Garde and Le Freney. Its summit, the Pic Blanc is 3,330 metres at its highest point and offers an exceptional panorama stretching over one fifth of French territory. The resort is endowed with facilities that harmonise with the natural features of the resort to offer holiday makers a whole host of indoor/ outdoor, sports and cultural activities. La Plagne is a family winter sports and summer resort located in the French Alps between 1250 and 3250 metres. For over 50 years, the destination has become internationally renowned for its huge ski area with 225 kilometres of runs for all levels of skier. The atmosphere and architecture are diverse and recount over 50 years of the history of winter sports! St. François Longchamp is nestled on the mountainside between 1450m and 1650m altitude. The resort welcomes you to an exceptional setting, protected between the Mont Blanc mountain range on the north and the Pic l’Etendard on the south. Children, couples or tribes, everyone can find their place at Saint François Longchamp. Between four season sledge, dog sled riding, ski lessons for the toddlers or thrilling descents of the ski slopes in the “Snakegliss”(group sledging) at nightfall, or moments of relaxation in the Balneotherapy Centre for the parents. At Saint François Longchamp and its surroundings you can explore or practice in peace Nordic skiing or snowshoeing. Saint-Gervais Mont-Blanc Over the past few years the resort has undergone a facelift. The Belle Epoque architecture has regained its splendour and the village its original charm. Dominated by the Mont-Blanc range, the Evasion Mont-Blanc ski area, the third largest in France, has been extended to the centre of the resort. This winter Saint-Gervais revives the magic of the night, increasing its evening activities outdoors: skiing, ski touring, snowshoeing etc. A new dimension that procures a

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change of bearings, a feeling of heightened speed and the awakening of senses. Saalbach Hinterglemm - Welcome to Austria’s largest ski resort: 270 piste kilometres and 70 modern lifts are waiting. Ski-In/Ski-Out on well-groomed slopes and masses of powder fascinate skiers, snowboarders and offpiste fans. Perfectly shaped funparks attract freeskiers. Over 50 cosy mountain huts serve local specialities. Kitzbühel - the most legendary sports destination in the Alps: this self-confident slogan stands for a town that effortlessly combines tradition with sophistication. The legendary Hahnenkamm, a long sporting tradition and pioneering ventures in Alpine golf and winter sports have all contributed to Kitzbühel’s worldwide reputation. Today Kitzbühel remains a place of contrasts, where rustic Tyrolean guesthouses rub shoulders with international designer boutiques. Visitors can experience Kitzbühel in many ways, from the alleyways in the medieval old town and the breathtaking pistes to the town’s elegant hotels and scenic hiking trails. Gstaad - The combination of the special experiences for which Gstaad is so famous is unrivalled. It cannot be found anywhere else and makes Gstaad the ‘last paradise in a crazy world’ The prestige value of the brand Gstaad comes top of the list. The internationally renowned brandwhich is associated with luxury and high society creates a value that resonates far beyond the actual main target group. Baqueira Beret is a complete resort, divided in 3 areas: Beret, Baqueira, and Bonaigua with their respective characteristics, a network of modern installations and carefully maintained pistes, will satisfy all skiers. Beret is ideal for beginners and families. You’ll have easy access to all amenities, its pistes are very wide and of moderate inclination. Although, paradoxically, it is there that the permanent Stadium hosting competitions of high level is located. Åre in Sweden is Northern Europe´s largest and most advanced and diverse alpine sport resort, with skiing and a wide variety of other sports and activities to suit every possible preference and level of skill. There is everything from aweinspiring black pistes and highly challenging off-piste slopes to an abundance of easy skiing for children and beginners. Åre and adjacent Duved also offer world-class slopes for snowboarding, telemark and carving. Extreme adventures such as heli-skiing are also available.

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Ski & Snowboard Show 2016 Returns to Battersea Park Back for their second season at Battersea Park, The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show bring the mountains to the city, in an immersive après experience for the whole family. Located at Battersea Evolution, the show will offer everything from magic shows to face painting, an ice rink for all levels of ability to skate on completely free, rail jams from The University Downtown Throwdown and unmissable performances on the shows ‘Mount Battersea.’

mouth-watering selection of Alpine Street Food providing authentic dishes and regional wine and beers completes the après vibe, along with Altitude Comedy Festival who will once again bring their top acts to the tent. Discover the latest gear in their Tech & Innovation Zone, get advice on the best kit in Snow + Rock's Gear Genius Bar and plan the ultimate winter holiday with tour operators across Europe and North America. TRAVEL GENIUS BAR Whether you’re a novice skier looking to explore the mountains for the first time, a family with young children unsure of the practicalities of a winter-sports holiday or a group of seasoned powder hounds keen to try something new, take advantage of the team of experts in the Travel Genius Bar. Throughout the show, Telegraph Ski experts will be offering free, impartial advice to help you get the most out of your season. MOUNTAIN TALKS THEATRE The ever-popular Mountain Talks Theatre will return in 2016, with a curated line up of experts and athletes from across winter sports. Pick up insider tips from leading experts, learn how to stay safe on the slopes and meet Olympic athletes! NEW

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final of their University tour – Downtown Throwdown to the show on Saturday. Fresh from touring the UK’s best uni-ski clubs, the top athletes from each heat will be sending it, down the rail in a live final. Plus throughout the weekend, the guys will be hosting rail jams and delivering an après party vibe. FRENCH PAVILION Discover the wonders of the UK’s most popular winter sports destination and the best France has to offer you next season. THE USA PAVILION With unique terrain, legendary resorts and epic snowfall, the US is the perfect place to spend your winter holiday. Visit The USA Pavilion to get face-to-face advice and indulge in their après bar. CRYSTAL SKI HOLIDAYS' ICE RINK The ice rink returns, offering fun for the whole family! Whether you’re a complete amateur or a seasoned pro, strap on a pair of skates and glide around the winter escape completely free! NEW

KIDZANIA LONDON Keeping your kids occupied at half-term can be tricky. That’s why we're packing the show full of kid-friendly activities. This year, KidZania London are bringing their role-play adventures to the show. Blending learning with reality and entertainment, KidZania's activity based experience gives kids their first taste of independence and gets them thinking about what they might want to be in the future. TICKETS

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The perfect place to get away from it all

Beautiful Sark, fourth smallest of the Channel Islands, nestles in the English Channel just off the Normandy coast. Although part of the Bailiwick of Guernsey, it has its own parliament and laws and is unique, British but somewhere completely different, providing a haven from the everyday noisy world, the perfect place to get away from it all.

everal things make Sark unique, most obviously its stunning beauty. You approach the tiny island by boat, your first sight the towering cliffs; in the spring covered in bluebells, thrift and daisies, then turning green and finally bronze in the autumn. The seabirds fly overhead, and sometimes little puffins may be seen bobbing on the water, or if you are really lucky, a pod of bottlenose dolphins will follow your boat in or out of the Sark harbour. Disembarking does not break the spell. Visitors choose either to walk up the path from the harbour, enjoying the wild flowers in the

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spring, or the sunny summer breeze, or to travel on the “toastrack”, our tractor-drawn bus. Once at the top you may walk to your hotel, guest house or self-catering cottage, or perhaps pick up a hired bike to cycle there. Or, you might be met by a horse and carriage. Luggage is transported directly from the boat to your accommodation on Sark. There are no cars on Sark, only a few tractors and people nipping to and fro by bike. The pace of life is leisurely, geared to the horses that clop peacefully along the lanes, carrying visitors on sightseeing tours of the beauty spots. The views from the headlands and from La Coupée, the isthmus that joins Sark to Little Sark, are truly magnificent. Artists and poets have always been inspired by the sweep of the coastline, the ever changing sea and the pretty cottages nestled in the valleys. In addition, naturalists enjoy the variety of flowers, butterflies and birds, and fishermen enjoy their

peaceful days on the rocks or going out in a boat, and divers make the most of the clear waters. Many, however, just visit Sark for its tranquillity, spending their days swimming or walking, and enjoying a meal out in a hotel or restaurant in the evening. The night sky on Sark has been recognised by the Dark Sky Association for its magnificence, with thousands of stars visible with the naked eye on a clear night. No wonder Sark has been designated as the World’s First Dark Sky Island. Events on Sark are advertised on our website calendar at www.sark.co.uk. If you’d enjoy walking, peaceful surroundings, music, great cuisine, stargazing, nature, coastal scenery or giving your children an old fashioned freedom long lost on the mainland, then Sark may just be your thing. THE DETAILS For more information please contact Sark Tourism telephone 01481 832345, or visit www.sark.co.uk

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As the UK’s largest school open day, the TALKS INCLUDE Independent Schools Show (12-13 November) The changing face of Independent Education Derham, Headmaster of Westminster School and Adam Pettitt, welcomes 200+ of the country’s leading Patrick Head of Highgate School nurseries, pre-preps, prep schools, senior schools State til 8? Alternative routes moving your child between and sixth form colleges to Battersea Park. state and independent schools

he Show has helped tens of thousands of parents make the right choice for their children. You will receive indispensable advice on questions that continue to concern parents: how to navigate your way through the London system; when should your child start tuition; could your child attain a scholarship; should you consider boarding and what are the options for a child with special needs. From nursery to sixth form and university options, there is no better place for you to get a complete understanding of the choices and opportunities that are available for your child: to meet key admissions teams; speak with heads; enquire about entry requirements at all stages and explore scholarships and bursaries. With two great cafés run by Muriel’s Kitchen, a free creche and Battersea Park to play in, a full Education Theatre timetable, there is no better way to plan for your child’s future.

Ralph Lucas, Editor of The Good Schools Guide and Keith Budge, Head of Bedales School Action for happiness Sir Anthony Seldon,Vice Chancellor of the University of Buckingham How to choose the right school Barnaby Lenon, Chairman of the Independent Schools Council Deciphering senior school entrance - how to navigate the 11+ & 13+ systems Ben Thomas, Headmaster of Thomas’s Battersea Increasing access to independent schools Professor Mark Bailey, High Master of St Paul’s School Starting out in London Nick Baker, Head of Wetherby Prep & Senior and Jane Ritchie, Alpha Plus Your changing child providing support, learning to cope and nurturing achievement From the Tavistock Centre, Dr Sarah Wynick is Head of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Laverne Antrobus is Consultant Child and Educational Psychologist Scholarships & bursaries answered Susan Hamlyn, Director of the Good Schools Guide Educational Consultants THE DETAILS Full details of the show are available at www.SchoolsShow.com @ischoolsshow

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Unlocking the answers The Independent Schools Show is the ultimate forum for parents to meet the biggest names in British education. Come and speak face-to-face with over 200 of the country’s leading schools at the world’s biggest open day. Hear from the brightest thinkers and most respected Heads at the renowned Education Theatre. I N PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H

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A Jesuit School where children are honoured, cared for and believed in

The Donhead of 2016 is in robust health. This September saw the completion of our 10 year, £8m facilities development, with the final stage giving us the benefit of four new air-conditioned classrooms, a Chapel, an Art Centre and a 150seat Auditorium for Music and Drama. The St Nicholas Owen Building was officially opened by Bishop Nicholas Hudson (Auxiliary Bishop of Westminster and old boy of Donhead), accompanied by Fr Dermot Preston SJ (Provincial of the British province of the Society of Jesus), and Fr Paul Fletcher SJ (Jesuit Superior

in Wimbledon) on 21st September 2016. Donhead now boasts a suitable range of facilities to offer an excellent and broad education to boys from 4-11 years of age. In addition, our academic, sporting and musical programmes have, between them, secured 33 Scholarship Awards to major independent public schools in the last 3 years. Donhead has more than doubled in size in the last ten years and now offers the highest quality of preparatory school education, within the Jesuit tradition.

understand the importance of making a difference to those who need their help most and serve the cause of social justice in the best way they can.

• We seek to do our very best for every boy here regardless of his character, his ability or the amount of attention he may demand from us, and we do this out of respect for the difference they can make.

• Finally, we live in a part of the world where education of the mind can tend to predominate. While understanding the importance of this, of course, we believe strongly that you must educate the mind, the heart and the soul together and that no one part is of more importance than the other. We want every boy in this school to be the very best that they can be, in all aspects of their personal development. If you would like to find out more, please contact the school and arrange a visit. You will be made very welcome. www.donhead.org.uk

Much, therefore, has moved forward at Donhead. However, despite this period of change and development, one constant has remained; namely, the core values and ethos of the school:

• Donhead is a school with a mission. It seeks to educate young men of competence, conscience and compassion who can ultimately make a real difference in the world. Within the stresses and strains of their busy daily lives, we hope they will

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The Study is a leading prep school situated in the heart of Wimbledon Village. We identify and nurture each girl’s unique academic, creative and sporting skills in a caring and supportive community.

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OPEN DAY 2016 Saturday November 12 9.30am - 12.30pm Sprules Road • Brockley SE4 2NL As a long-established, high-performing Sixth Form College, we’re very proud of student achievement. At Christ the King: Aquinas, you’ll find that we’ve created a structured, caring learning environment in which young people can flourish at this crucial stage in their education. For further details please visit www.ctksfc.ac.uk or email us at admissions@ctksfc.ac.uk.

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ay nurseries are different to nursery schools. A day nursery is a childcare centre that cares for children from birth to four or five years old. Nursery schools are for children aged between three and five and are often attached to a preschool or primary school. The number of children attending a day nursery may vary from a very small group of about 20, to a very large group of over 100. Children are usually grouped by age, so your child will do activities suitable for his stage.

What training and accreditation should day nurseries have? All day nurseries have to follow the early years foundation stage (EYFS). This provides a structure of learning and care for children from birth to five. This means the staff are trained to create a safe and stimulating environment for your child to enjoy and develop in. Day nurseries are also regularly inspected by the appropriate authority: in England it is Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted)

What will my child do at day nursery? Day nurseries are all about creating a place where babies and children can play, learn, eat and rest. There will be opportunities to do artwork, listen to stories, dance to music and play. Children can also enjoy free play, where they can choose what they would like to do. Your child will be able to play with other children, and there will often be outside activity areas. There may be separate rooms for different age groups. This is so that the babies are not disturbed by active toddlers, and because more staff are needed to care for babies. By necessity, day nurseries have their own routines, and children (but not babies) are encouraged to follow them. For example, your child may be encouraged to have a sleep after lunch if she is there for the whole day.

When are day nurseries open? Day nurseries cater for the children of parents with fulltime or part-time jobs, so usually open from 7am until 7pm. These times may vary though. Some day nurseries are open all year round, and others will close for certain periods during the year. For example, some may close for two weeks during the summer, and perhaps a week at Christmas and on bank holidays. This means that you will have to take the same holiday, or make alternative arrangements during that time.

How much does a day nursery place cost? In the most affluent areas of London, a full-time, pre-school London nursery place for under 3’s can cost as much as £12,000 a year for a top-end day nursery school. Some employers subsidise day nursery fees, so check with your HR department to see if you can get help. If you have more than one child, you will need to pay for both of them. Some nurseries offer a second place at a slightly reduced rate. All three-year-olds and four-year-olds in the UK are entitled to a minimum of 15 hours of free early education for 38 weeks a year. Some two-year-olds are also now eligible, but this will depend on your income status. Check with your local council to find out what help is available in your area. Many parents can get extra help with the costs of approved or registered childcare through tax credits and childcare vouchers. Parents of children aged 3-5, can receive a grant via your local council.

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Keys to success at A level What are the factors that maximize performance in sixth-form students? How should schools prepare pupils who are about to face university life? Ashbourne College, a co-educational school in Kensington, aims to create independent learners who take responsibility for their work within a supportive environment.

he school combines an informal atmosphere with careful supervision. All pupils know exactly what is expected of them in terms of behaviour, punctuality and effort. Each student has a personal and UCAS tutor, and the groups consist of, on average, seven pupils, allowing an adult, seminar-based approach to learning. Ashbourne’s small class sizes and personal-tutor system enable teachers to engage directly with the developing needs of each individual. All the students benefit from rapid, detailed and constructive feedback, which is essential to their academic success. Students are continually

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challenged to take on more complex concepts: difficulties are seen as opportunities rather than threats. At Ashbourne College no assumptions are made about a student’s previous knowledge, and understanding is established in a step-by-step manner. The teaching style aims to be positive and sympathetic. As a result, this year 51% of the grades were A* or A and 76% were A*, A or B. This is despite the fact that Ashbourne accepts students with a range of abilities, some of whom have just missed the GCSE grades required by their previous school’s sixth form. Ashbourne provides excellent preparation for applications to top universities, with specialist programmes for Oxbridge, medicine, engineering and law, and 50% of the students go on to Russell Group universities. This year 5 students met their offers for undergraduate courses at Cambridge University. The school is rated as Outstanding by OFSTED and has a vibrant extra-curricular programme, helped by its superb location in the heart of London. THE DETAILS For enquiries about Ashbourne College contact 020 7937 3858 or admissions@ashbournecollege.co.uk www.ashbournecollege.co.uk

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ddressing the needs of children from the age of five, who require assistance due to dyslexia and dyspraxia, the school has a staff/ pupil ratio of 1:3.5 and the average stay at the school is between two to three years. Children then return to mainstream schooling with a new ‘can do’ attitude. Fairley House now offers Key Stage 4. This enables pupils to carry on their education in an

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ondon Fashion Week is always exciting and inspirational, and last month’s event proved to be just that. London Fashion Week presented another unrivalled opportunity to showcase some of the world’s leading fashion talent, with the schedule packed with shows, presentations, showrooms, events and parties from the best and brightest names in the industry. As usual, celebrities swarmed to attend the fashion event of the year – including Ellie Goulding, Yasmin Le Bon, Cara Delevingne, Eva Herzigova, Steve McQueen, Daisy Lowe, Fearne Cotton and Samantha Cameron, It’s a week where designers are free to create at will and experiment with new trends. The world watches as fashion history is made. While most of us are thinking about our winter wardrobes, designers were showcasing next year’s Spring/Summer Collections. So what does SS17 have in store for us, according to Britain’s most trend-setting brands?

BURBERRY

Burberry opened the doors to Makers House, Soho, its new London Fashion Week venue with the presentation of its inaugural straight-to-consumer collection. The origins of the new men’s and women’s collections, which were shown together for the first time, are found in the spirit of Nancy Lancaster’s interior and garden designs and Virginia Woolf ’s novel ‘Orlando’. Inspired by a reflection on the way a house changes its character over the centuries driven by the people, clothes CO TO Br E R22001166 4160 8O O CT bE

and cultures that inhabit it, the collection combines noble and authentic fabrics, blending denim and sweatshirting with cashmere and pyjama silks. It blurs masculine and feminine, casual and formal, night and day, all mixed together to create a new reality born of all the moments that have gone before. Highlights from the collection include deconstructed trench coats, regimental capes, coats and jackets (including The Cavalry Jacket, The Military Tailcoat and The Parade Jacket), waisted field jackets (including The Floral Field Jacket), pea coats, pyjama-style trousers, shirts and shorts, and ruffle-neck shirts. Also previewed today was The Bridle Bag, a new runway design for men and women, which takes its inspiration from classic British equestrian designs and Burberry’s outdoor heritage.

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• Formed for summer streets • Overdyed denim - blue, forest and brown • D-ring belts, elasticated waists, eyelet fastenings • Rolled back sleeves - simplicity of line • Crisp cotton shaped and pieced in graphic colour • Cocoa, Tomato, Lime and Navy • Sun-dressed linen cut to pleat and gather • Deckchair stripes back with white.

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infused with detail from its rich heritage, but nonetheless made for thoroughly modern lives. For new season neutrals, read: naturals. in keeping with the ruggedness of summer in the highlands, textures are as raw as possible, with a suite of pieces crafted in a knitted version of pringle’s woven summer yarn, with supporting linen and cotton staples in complementary tones. indigo adds depth to the palette, using natural dyes to create a rich hue for a summery alternative to black. flashes of vivid brights, stripes and contrast trims reference decades of sporting heritage, bringing the tennis and golfing knits of the 1930s up to date with block-coloured skirts, tops and classic cardigans.

“We can now look forward to the designer trends hitting the high streets for Spring/ Summer 2017, and re-create the look so stylishly presented on the catwalk” TEMPERLEY LONDON

Their Summer 2017 collection celebrates the new desert rainbow tribe, exploring a girls desire for escapism with rich sunset colours and iridescent glimmers. They follow her dreams of the other world through the lens of a desert mirage. Hand painted surrealist prints on fluid silk habotai and seersucker chiffon followed by effortless one shouldered drape dresses in a sunset inspired ombre palette. Modern tapestry jacquard with eclectic stripes layered with folk inspired prints and stitch work with magical creatures and surreal elements. Psychedelic waves of rainbow sequin embroidery, kaleidoscopic sun-bleached colours and maypole inspired streamers emanate energy and optimism. Louche tailoring paired with feminine leopard metallic fil coupe chiffon ruffles. Eveningwear adorned with iridescent sequins interspersed with whimsical flowers, cupped clear sequins and tubular beads in a leopard

formation. Embellished tulles and organzas in a spectrum of soft colours channeling the spirit of dreamcatchers.

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Spring/Summer 2017 Sophia Webster exudes attitude, exploring a tropical colour palette against a backdrop of iconic 60’s musical influences. Vibrant prints and delicate embellishments navigate us through the wonderful world of the ‘Dolly Birds Of Paradise’. This collection celebrates my love of music, in particular the original Dreamgirls: Diana Ross and The Supremes, The Shirelles and Martha Reeves and The Vandellas - all musical icons of the 60’s. My inspiration was ‘Dreamgirls’ meets Hitchcock’s ‘The Birds’s set within a tropical paradise. This concept enabled me to experiment with the distinctive and feminine shapes of the 60’s in bright, vivid colours and an array of different textures’. Sophia Webster

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• A chaotic sense of freedom. • Josef Koudelka’s photography of Gypsy communities from the Eastern Bloc. • Noa Eshkol patchwork art. • Frills, flounce, florals and flare. • Embroidered netting negligee, punchy gingham shirting and graphic sequin embellishment. 2016 is a landmark year for House of Holland as the brand celebrates its 10 year history. To mark this milestone, House of Holland have brought back the iconic Fashion Groupie t-shirts that launched the brand in 2006. These re-editions feature rhyming slogans of today’s It Girls and designers, such as – ‘Let get obscene Cara Delevingne’ and ‘I’m yours for a tenner Kendall Jenner’. The collection will be available to purchase from www.houseofholland.co.uk & key retailers including Browns, Luisa Via Roma, Matches, Net-a-Porter and Selfridges We can now look forward to the designer trends hitting the high streets for Spring/Summer 2017, and re-create the look so stylishly presented on the catwalk. www.londonfashionweek.co.uk OO CC TO Bb ER 2 0 12 60 116 0 49 7 TO Er

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Jermyn Street

Quintessentially Stylish Jermyn Street is an air of elegance, class and distinction for which it has been very well known for over 300 years.

ermyn Street dates back to 1664 when Charles II authorised Henry Jermyn, the Earl of St Albans, to develop an area close to St James’ Palace. It has flourished ever since and holds a worldwide reputation for high quality British artistry and craftsmanship. The street is home to London’s finest men’s tailors, shirt makers, suppliers of leather goods, food and wine merchants, restaurants, hotels and art galleries. Historically, Jermyn Street’s shops outfitted the aristocracy at The Court of St James’s with bespoke shirt makers; tailors; boot makers; hatters: everything for the elegant gentleman. That tradition continues today with Jermyn Street known throughout the world for its prestigious shirt makers offering a wide range to suit every age and taste. Now ladies can also find exquisite clothing in many shops and, of course, there are numerous other shops punctuating the street selling jewellery; cigars; fine wine and food, especially cheese; perfume; fine art; objets

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d’art and tapestries, as well as outfitters, hatters and boot makers: in fact everything one would expect of the street synonymous with British style, luxury and service. Over the years Jermyn Street’s distinguished residents have included the likes of Sir William Stanley; Sir John Churchill, 1st Duke of Marlborough; Sir Isaac Newton; William Pitt; Sir Walter Scott; the poet Thomas Gray; William Gladstone; and W. M. Thackeray. Leading names such as Benson & Clegg, Church’s, Crockett & Jones, Dunhill, DAKS, Emmett, Favourbrook, Floris, Foster & Son, Hackett, Harvie & Hudson, John Lobb, Links of London, New & Lingwood, Paxton & Whitfield, Thomas Pink and Turnbull & Asser, welcome you to their prestigious stores. In its 300-year history Jermyn Street has always retained its distinctive character. This applies to the ambience of the street, the services it offers, and to the shops and businesses and the people who own and run them. Inevitably there have been changes in the architecture over the years, with the old houses converted into shops and some facades modernised. However, much of the original essence of Jermyn Street lingers on and it still provides a quintessentially British experience. THE DETAILS For more information about Jermyn Street visit the website at www.jermynstreet.net

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Why stilettos can be really bad for you Victoria Beckham recently confessed that she “can’t do heels anymore” - and that revelation, from a style icon known for her sky-high stilettos, rocked the fashion world.

e admit they are not particularly comfortable - they make us contract our calves, balance on our toes, and stick out our backsides - which happens to be a pretty sexy look. That’s why about half of women opt for high heels, even though the majority of wearers complain they hurt their feet.

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he House of Dior opened its doors on 3 June 2016 at 160-162 New Bond Street, marking a significant milestone for Dior in the United Kingdom. Extending over four floors, The store reflects the diversity of the Christian Dior universe by bringing a wide variety of creations together in a single location.

The new House of Dior boutique in London also unveils an exclusive Dior HOME collection. Among the wide variety of objects on offer, designed for all desires and personalities, can be found a selection of teas inspired by the House’s iconic fragrances, a collection of crystal glassware embellished with a gold couture stitch, and limited-edition creations specially produced by friends of the House, artists and designers, including Lucie de la Falaise, India Mahdavi, Hubert le Gall and the boutique’s own architect Peter Marino. Conceived to continually evolve, the Dior HOME collection will regularly introduce new collaborations. To mark the occasion, Dior has also unveiled a limited edition Baby Dior dress, plus a selection of iconic Lady Dior bags, and small leather accessories reinterpreted by the artist Marc Quinn, who has looked to his own artworks in order to create models with floral prints blooming with violet, white or black orchids, and silvered leather decorated with flower petals worked in relief. Christian Dior was founded by the eponymous designer Christian Dior in Paris in 1946.

Dior will also unveil a limited-edition Baby Dior dress, plus a selection of iconic Lady Dior bags The four-level boutique, the largest in the United Kingdom, showcases Baby Dior and children’s wear,women’s ready-to-wear and accessories, alongside jewellery, timepieces. On the lower level, a Dior Homme space provides a demi-mesure service for the first time in the country. Monsieur Dior’s taste for art is expressed through the presence of important artworks, including one titled Distant Cousin by the sculptor Tony Cragg, positioned at the foot of the light-drenched stairwell, and a metal sculpture by Rado Kirov installed in the dedicated shoe salon. The House of Dior also offers three private salons for VIP clients, as well as a perfume area in which exclusive creations and the Collection Privée Christian Dior is presented. 1 1 8 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

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ondon has paved the way when it comes to fashion trends for years - the sixties were swinging, the seventies were hip, the eighties spawned punk, the nineties got grunge and today? According to Gity Monsef, Creative Director of Fashion and Textile Museum, “the world is getting smaller everything cross-integrates. London is a place of eccentricity and creativity and possibilities - it’s more about expression than anywhere else in the world.” London is at the heart of designer and independent fashion with London Fashion Week leading the way. Leading designer brands have made London their home with exclusive boutiques such as Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, Burberry, Gucci, Emporio Armani, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior and Prada, just some that you can discover on Mayfair’s Bond Street. Sloane Street brings you equally high-profile expensive brands like Boodles, Cartier, Dior, Gucci, Bulgari and Alexandre Paris. Mount Street in Mayfair has become a designer lover’s paradise with Christian Louboutin, Dunhill London, Pringle of Scotland, Loewe Madrid among the stores selling their exclusive collections. Exciting new boutiques include Celine and Victoria Beckham’s flagship store. High-profile department stores like Selfridges, Harrods, Harvey Nichols, Fenwick and shopping areas like Westfield, all have designer labels under one roof. There are a huge number of trendy independent boutiques across London offering their own exclusive ranges if you want something that little bit different. Streets such as the famous King’s Road for example have countless shopping opportunities for both elegant and quirky tastes. Mary Quant and Vivienne Westwood continue to maintain the exciting reputation that King’s Road established in the swinging sixties. Vibrant Camden offers some amazing independent stores if you are looking for the ultimate in vintage style. London is a fashion mecca, bringing you the most exclusive, the most elegant and the most quirky when it comes to fashion, there is no other city in the world that can offer such versatility.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and since its introduction in 1993, October has been awash with pink ribbons, now a global symbol for breast cancer awareness. Breast Cancer Care was the first breast cancer charity in the UK to get involved in Breast Cancer Awareness Month and through it, has helped bring the subject of breast cancer to the forefront of peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s minds and to the top of the health agenda in this country.

very year more than 60,000 people are diagnosed with breast cancer in the UK and Breast Cancer Care is the only specialist breast cancer support charity there to support them from day one. The charity was founded in 1973 by Betty Westgate, who was herself diagnosed with breast cancer, and since has supported millions of women and their families through face-to-face, phone and online services. It is thanks to the dedication and generosity of those tirelessly raising

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funds for the charity throughout Breast Cancer Awareness Month and beyond that Breast Cancer Care is able to provide specialist nurses, local services and an emotional support network for free to anyone affected by breast cancer. GUIDE TO BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS: Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no right or wrong way to check your breasts. Whatever your age or gender, try to get used to looking at and feeling your breasts

regularly as part of your usual body care routine. This could be while you’re in the bath or shower, when you’re putting on body lotion or getting dressed. Do what’s comfortable for you and suits you best. You should check all parts of your breasts, your armpits and up to your collarbone for any unusual changes. It’s important to look out for lumps, but there are many other symptoms to be aware of too: A change in size or shape of the breast Redness or a rash on the skin and/or around the nipple Discharge (liquid) that comes from the nipple without squeezing A swelling in the armpit or around the collarbone Thickening that feels different from the rest of the breast tissue A change in skin texture such as puckering or dimpling (like orange peel) A nipple becoming inverted or changing its position/shape For care, support and information from day one anyone can call our nurses free on 0808 800 6000 or visit www.breastcancercare.org.uk

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To support people with breast cancer during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are many ways you can get involved. For example, hold a Big Pink on Friday 14 October, from a simple dress down day at work, fun night in with friends, or a big pink party. Sign up for your free fundraising kits at www.breastcancercare.org.uk/thebigpink. PINK PRODUCTS Breast Cancer Care has a wide range of pink products available for all price ranges from their corporate partners, with a percentage going to Breast Cancer Care.

QVC Orla Kiely Breast Cancer Care charm bracelet £58. At least 60% of the sale price from this product will go to Breast Cancer Care, with the total donation this year expected to be £260,000. Available from www.qvcuk.com THE DETAILS For care, support and information from day one anyone you can call their nurses free on 0808 800 6000 or visit www.breastcancercare.org.uk O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6 1 2 3

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The Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research at The Royal Marsden, Chelsea

HRH The Duke of Cambridge opened The Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research at The Royal Marsden in Chelsea, earlier this year.

he Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research was funded by supporters of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity, including a generous donation from Ralph Lauren. It has been redeveloped to the highest specification to provide a world class facility for breast cancer research, staffed by a team of world-renowned clinicians and scientists working with the latest in cancer research technology. It sets a benchmark for global cancer research. The new centre allows for pioneering breast cancer research that will draw upon new technological advances and allow much more rapid and in-depth analysis of our patients’ disease. The aim is to identify molecular differences between tumours in order to ensure the optimal treatment of individual breast cancer patients. In turn this will reduce recurrence and mortality from the disease as well as eliminate unnecessary toxicity from unnecessary treatments. Professor Dowsett said: “Over recent years, the programme of translational research in breast cancer at The Royal Marsden has delivered many advances that continue to influence patient care. Our new centre and the programme running here will maintain that approach and draw upon newer technology and advances that allow more rapid and in depth molecular analysis of our patients’ disease..” Mr Ralph Lauren, Chairman and CEO of The Ralph Lauren Corporation, said: “After more than twenty years of a commitment to the Royal Marsden

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Hospital, I am so proud to officially support their world-renowned research through the establishment of the Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research. Together we will make cancer research a reality by bringing it directly to patients around the world and the hope that we will find a cure in our lifetime. Mr Lauren continued: “My personal connection with the Royal Marsden goes back to my friendship with Princess Diana when she was its President in 1996. It is a great honour and pleasure to move forward in this fight against breast cancer with her son, HRH The Duke of Cambridge who has taken over this role. I am inspired by his dedication and together I hope our efforts can help save lives affected by this disease.” Chief Executive Cally Palmer said: “Through the very generous donations from supporters of The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and Ralph Lauren, we have a centre developed to the highest specification, providing world class breast cancer research, staffed by a team of world-renowned clinicians and scientists working with the latest cancer research technology.” The Royal Marsden Cancer Charity exists solely to support the work of The Royal Marsden and plays a vital role to help The Royal Marsden maintain its position at the forefront of cancer treatment and care. The generosity of their supporters means they can fund ground-breaking clinical trials, new patient facilities and state-of-the-art equipment – they have raised £55m over the past three years. THE DETAILS For more information about The Royal Marsden and The Ralph Lauren Centre for Breast Cancer Research Fulham Road, London SW3 6JJ Telephone 020 7352 8171

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With nearly 60,000 people being diagnosed annually, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the UK. With this in mind, Parkside Hospital has implemented the ultimate ‘One Stop’ approach - offering patients rapid advice, diagnosis and treatment for breast cancer including breast reconstruction, all in one location. WHAT IS THE ‘ONE STOP BREAST CLINIC’? This is an outpatient clinic specifically for patients with any breast related symptom whether this be a worrisome lump, breast asymmetry, nipple retraction, nipple discharge, breast pain or skin changes. The ‘One Stop Breast Clinic’ involves a triple assessment offering a thorough and accurate breast cancer diagnosis. The entire process can take less than an hour, making it ideal for those busy professionals including mothers and carers who want all diagnostic assessments and tests completed in the one visit. SO WHAT HAPPENS DURING THE APPOINTMENT? A triple assessment is carried out: Upon arrival, you will be seen by the specialist breast surgeon who 1 2 6 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

will perform a clinical assessment comprising a full history and examination to guide the necessary imaging. A consultant breast radiologist will then perform a breast ultrasound scan and a mammogram (for age 40+). Using local anaesthesia and under image guidance, the radiologist will then carry out the pathological assessment involving a fine needle aspiration or core biopsy. There is strong evidence that when all three of the above modalities are concordant, the degree of diagnostic accuracy exceeds 95%. During this ‘one stop’ approach, the service can quickly assess whether a lump is benign or malignant, with the relevant treatment course followed on site. The ‘One Stop Breast Clinic’ at Parkside Hospital has been recognised as ‘an area of outstanding practice’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and aims to cause as little disruption to a patient’s day as possible, offering the ultimate one stop approach to reduce fear and provide early diagnosis and the prompt treatment women need. You don’t have to be symptomatic, if you just want ease of mind and are nonsymptomatic; you can self-refer if you’re over the age of 40. THE DETAILS For more information about the One Stop Breast Clinic at Parkside Hospital Call 0208 971 8026. 53 Parkside, Wimbledon, SW19 5NX www.parkside-hospital.co.uk

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At Parkside Hospital we believe all women deserve reliable, reassuring breast screening with a welcoming personal service, without waiting or worry. • We offer breast screening from the age of 40 • You can get an appointment within 48 hours of a referral • Results are sent to your GP within 48 hours • We have the latest digital mammography system • Our team is experienced, caring and highly trained • We are a Bupa Accredited diagnostic centre • Patients who are non-symptomatic can self-refer

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I think I’ve found a lump in my breast...

What Do I Do?

It is completely understandable that you might worry about the possibility of breast cancer if you find a lump, but remember; most lumps are not cancer.The most likely cause for a lump depends on your age. WOMEN FROM 20s TO 30s In women from 20 to 30 a definite lump is most likely to be a fibroadenoma. These are benign lumps that can sometimes be painful or enlarge but they are not cancerous and do not turn cancerous. WOMEN BETWEEN 40s AND 50s Between 40 and 50 breast cysts becom more common. These are also entirely benign. They are collections of fluid within the breast and although they can also be painful they are not dangerous. WOMEN AGED 30 AND ONWARDS From the age of 30 onwards the gland tissue in the breast changes and it becomes more fibrous and nodular. The way the breast feels has been described as like a scaled down packet of frozen peas and occasionally, in just the same way that frozen peas can stick together to form a clump, so breast tissue can “stick together” to form definite nodular areas. These areas are also often tender but, once again, are not a sign of cancer. The rate of breast cancer begins to rise after the age of 40 and increases with age. Of course, breast cancer can occur at any age and I have seen cases in women as young as 19 and in their early 20s, but they are very, very rare. THE IMPORTANT MESSAGE IS, IF YOU NOTICE A CHANGE IN YOUR BREAST PLEASE GET IT CHECKED. LET’S GO THROUGH WHAT YOU NEED TO DO. The first thing to do is to see your GP and explain what you have noticed. They will examine you and in some cases may suggest a further check at a different time of your menstrual cycle. Some of the nodular areas can change with the cycle and this is actually a reassuring sign. If a discrete nodular area persists or your GP finds a definite lump, or is unsure, they will refer you to a breast clinic for a full assessment by the breast team. The team should consist of several consultants working together, and includes a surgeon a radiologist and a pathologist. The investigation of any breast problem revolves around, what is called, the triple assessment. It is like doing a jigsaw puzzle; pieces (of information) are collected and put together until the whole picture (the diagnosis) becomes clear. Indeed, this is often termed “the diagnostic jigsaw”. In some cases only 2 pieces may be needed, 1 2 8 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

in others 4, but 3 (the triple assessment) is most common. Let’s have a look at what the pieces are. The first specialist you meet will often be the breast surgeon. They will ask questions about your symptoms (called taking your “history”). They will also ask about previous medical problems and your family history. They will then examine both breasts. How the breast feels when it is examined is the first part of the jigsaw. If there is a definite area of change then a fine needle aspiration may be carried out. This test uses a normal sized syringe and needle. The needle is placed into the area of the breast and “jiggled” so that a small amount of material is sucked into the syringe. This is sent away to be looked at under the microscope. More commonly now a test known as a core biopsy is done. A core biopsy takes a core of breast tissue about 1.5 cm long and 2 mm in diameter. The core biopsy is carried out by first putting some local anaesthetic into the skin of the breast. Once this has worked (it is quite quick) a small nick is made in the skin to allow the core biopsy needle, attached to the biopsy “gun”, to be placed into the breast. When the “gun” is “fired” (it is painless, but does make a noise rather like a large stapler) the needle takes the sample. This is often repeated a few times. The appearance of the cells that have been removed with a fine needle aspiration, or the result of the core biopsy, is the second part of the jigsaw. The final part of the triple assessment involves taking images of the breast. In ladies under 35 an ultrasound scan is the commonest way of doing this. In ladies over 35 they will have a mammogram as well. Full field digital mammograms are the most sensitive type available at the moment. What an area of the breast looks like on a mammogram or an ultrasound scan is the third piece of the jigsaw. If the triple assessment produces the same answer at each stage the result is said to be concordant and no further tests may be needed. For example, a lump in a 30 year old lady may feel like a fibroadenoma, look like one on an ultrasound scan and a core biopsy shows pieces of a fibroadenoma. An important part of the triple assessment that is not commonly mentioned is to watch how things change (or not) with time. It would not be unusual to check things a few months later, repeating some, or all, of the assessment to make sure nothing has changed. A thorough triple assessment may actually be a quadruple assessment! Once again it should be emphasised that in the majority of cases a triple assessment (or a quadruple one) will reveal that cancer is not present. Most symptoms are age related changes or benign lumps. However, it is important that any new change is thoroughly investigated by a specialist to make absolutely sure that all is well. THE DETAILS For more information contact Mr Simon Marsh MA MD FRCS, Consultant Breast Surgeon at The London Breast Clinic, 108 Harley Street, London W1G 7ET. Email enquiries@108harleystreet.co.uk or visit the website at www.108harleystreet.co.uk

Established in 1991 a patient centred Consultant Breast Surgeon-led integrated specialist breast care service for the assessment, investigation and treatment of benign and malignant breast disease.

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Fitness Motivation Now it is Autumn, and the dark nights start to set in, it can be tempting to stay in the warm rather than go outside or to the gym.Many of us have fallen off the wagon because of this, so you are not alone.

ere are some tips to keep up that exercise motivation when you are starting to flag.

IMAGINATION & MINDFULESS Remind yourself of how amazing you feel once you have completed a workout. Give yourself a pep talk, think about the person you want to be, how you would like to feel. This gives your workout a clear purpose and you a drive to keep going. USE MUSIC TO SPUR YOU ON Music stirs up lots of powerful emotions in us. Make yourself a playlist with some of your

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favourite fast and upbeat songs that make you want to dance. Playing them as your exercise will make you want to keep up with the beat. THROW THE BAD STUFF AWAY Clear out your cupboards and fill them with superfoods. If you don’t have bad stuff in your cupboards, you won’t eat it! Fat and sugar-laden foods cause our energy levels to plummet. Bin them and replace them with tasty healthy snacks that will give your body energy and nutrients to be able to cope with your new exercise regime. CHANGE UP YOUR ROUTINE If you have already attempted your new

fitness regime, you no doubt designed your own daily workout plan at the beginning. You will start to get bored of this eventually though, which will cause your motivation to wane. Remember to shake things up every so often- run a different route, change the order of your workout routine, combine different workouts – perhaps an exercise class one day, and a boxercise class another. Anything to stop you just exercising on autopilot. Breathing new life into your workouts keeps it varied, and fresh.

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t’s hard for me to admit because I love it, but the end of summer can be a relief for lots of people. Brits love moaning about the rain, but lots of us aren’t too keen on the muggy weather we’ve seen this week either. Summer holidays can be a financial burden. The change in routine can be disruptive, too. But most of all, the summer is associated with sometimes unbearable pressure to bare your body. Every year, around September, I have patients coming into the clinic telling me how awkward they felt sitting by the pool, trying to keep a towel over their thighs at all times. Lots of women have told me how much they wanted to wear a bikini, but just didn’t dare. And how they insisted on wearing t-shirts with sleeves, because they were self-conscious about their arms. So the good news is that after this weekend, there’ll be no call for any swimwear for quite a while. But the better news is that by next summer – or even next winter break – you’ll be able to wear whatever you like by the pool or anywhere else, feeling confident and free…. Because we have an exciting solution for you. Last week in my blog, I explained about CoolMini, our new device that uses fat-freezing to get rid of double chins. But actually, CoolMini is just part of a new range of fat-freezing treatments we’re introducing to help you get rid of stubborn fat all over your body. Fat freezing has always been one of our most popular and successful treatments. Patients who want to fit better into their jeans, get rid of unsightly bulges or finish off the work

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they’ve started at the gym love it because it’s quick – often only one treatment is needed… It’s effective, reducing your fat cells by a massive 25%-45%... And it’s non-invasive, without any surgery, anaesthetic or needles involved. You simply lie back while we hold a suction cup to the treatment area, freeze your fat to about -11°C, and when we’re done – massage the area. Over the next couple of months, the fat cells we’ve killed off disintegrate, leaving you with the body shape you’ve always dreamed of. But as I travelled the world, lecturing to and meeting other aesthetic doctors, I became aware that there was an even better fat-freezing system than the one we were using. The gold standard is called CoolSculpting – and as of this month, we’re delighted to offer it to you.

Here are some of tHe tHings you’ll love about it:

• It gets rid of fat in more areas. I’ve already told you about double chins. It also treats bingowings (the fat under your arm), inner thighs, and banana rolls (the area under your bum!). Does your bra give you bulges of fat on your back? CoolSculpting can treat that too. • It gets rid of MORE fat. We’re one of just 7 clinics in the UK getting CoolSculpting’s biggest applicator so it can treat bigger areas in one go. So you’ll get even better results if you’re looking to slim down your abdomen or love handles. • Treatment time cut in half. Instead of 60 minutes, it takes just 35. So less time wasted in the clinic,

less discomfort, less disruption to your day. • It lasts longer! CoolSculpting is conducting a study tracking how long the fat remains gone. So far, they have patients who’ve maintained results for 9 years…. And the study is still ongoing. • Less pain. Fat freezing can feel cold, and sometimes it feels like your skin is being pulled. This has always been completely bearable but in studies, patients report CoolSculpting’s new applicator is 45% more comfortable than previous ones. So there’s even less to worry about. • Good for larger people. Previous treatments worked best on patients who were very close to their ideal body weight. There’s more leeway with CoolSculpting. …I could go on, but you get the idea. CoolSculpting is AMAZING, and will help you look amazing too. I consider it every bit as good as lipo, but without the hassle of surgery or downtime. From now on, it’s going to be our first port of call for body contouring. THE DETAILS Want to be one of the first to take advantage of what promises to be one of our most popular treatments? Visit RiverbanksClinic.co.uk or call 01582762877 to speak to one of my CoolSculpt specialists.

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19th October, 16th November and 21st December 2016

Yoga in the walkways returns to Tower Bridge

Kick-start your working day with a once-in-a-lifetime experience Tower Bridge once again invites you to enjoy a unique London experience with exclusive sunrise yoga classes in the high-level Walkways, 42 metres above the River Thames.

aking place on a monthly basis, London-based yoga teacher Billie Woodcraft will have you striking the perfect downward facing dog through energetic vinyasa-flow yoga classes that will help you kick-start the working day. Designed to revitalise and inject energy into Londoners with spectacular river views from inside the most famous bridge in the world, the yoga classes will allow participants of all abilities to perfect their practice. Daring yogis can position themselves on the glass floor for a suspended view of road and pedestrian life, all moving at pace 42 metres beneath their feet. Participants may even witness the magic of the Bridge’s

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famous bascules raising for a river vessel! The glass floors along the Bridge’s East and West high-level Walkways each measure 11 metres long and 1.8 metres wide, and can withstand the weight equivalent to one elephant and two London Black Cabs. Space on the glass floor is limited so positions will be allocated on a first-come-first-serve basis. A small number of mats are available so participants are advised to bring their own. However to maximise the experience on the new glass floor, it is recommended to use gripped gloves and socks. Cost £25.00 per person Time 07.30am - 08.20am (arrive by 7.15am) Tickets are now on sale! Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. THE DETAILS For more information about Yoga in the walkways visit the website at www.towerbridge.org.uk

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From LA to London The fitness trends coming to the capital London’s fitness scene is more traditional in comparison with what’s on offer in Los Angeles, but the capital is thirsty for new fitness trends and health ideas than ever before.

ut what may start in LA, will make its way to London, at top speed. These are the workouts to look out for...

THE MEGAFORMER The Megaformer sounds like a large transformer toy, but in fact, it is an imposing jungle gym on which you can prostrate yourself, tangled and perspiring, in order to lose the pounds. It is like a high-octane Reformer Pilates machine - and is at the centre of workouts by Studio Lagree, an LA studio that opened a studio in the City late last year. Kim Kardashian is rumoured to be a disciple of the studio. Studio Lagree cannot promise your proportions will end up as confounding as hers, but the workout, which pledges to test your “core, endurance, cardio, balance, strength and flexibility... in every move” reportedly whittles the body. The machine places resistance on the muscles in order to work them to stretching point. 35-37 Chiswell Street, EC1, www. studiolagreeuk.com 1 4 0 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

HIKING LA sits in the Santa Monica mountains: London is surrounded by the Home Counties. However, those who wish to mimic the LA workout should book the new, intense treadmill workout at Equinox in Kensington: it’s interval training, that builds in hills and slopes. You can almost imagine being in the Hollywood Hills. The Roof Gardens, Kensington High Street, W8, www.equinox.com AERIAL FITNESS Aerial workouts are very popular in Los Angeles and there appears to be a growing movement here - Skylab in Camden is a specialist studio that offers four different aerial classes. 25A Ferdinand Street, NW1, skylabstudio.co.uk Aerial Fit is a conditioning class involving pressups, pull-ups and tucks suspended in the air; Aerial Stretch, on the other hand, sounds far more pleasant: “With the weight of the body supported in a soft hammock we can build flexibility and core strength with ease.” Aerial Yoga London has

a studio in Whitechapel: there are different classes for different abilities and paces 30 New Road, E1, aerialyogalondon.co.uk Gymbox, which has eight gyms in London, also offers an anti-gravity yoga class of its own, promising “all the benefits of yoga but with the added ability to hold challenging postures longer, allowing your joints to decompress” gymbox.com MEDITATION Not exactly a workout but Los Angeles takes mediation very seriously. You could take a deep breath or two on the Tube, or you could do it properly and go to Frame, which has its own mass meditation class, which is far more LA. It is hosted by former ad woman Jody Shield, who also has a meditation “residency” at Soho House and is - of course - an ambassador for lululemon (Frame’s Shoreditch and King’s Cross branches, moveyourframe.com). There is also Inner Space in Covent Garden, which promotes itself as a “meditation and personal development centre”, which has a Creative Meditation class, as well as a “Quiet Room” into which you can retire if things in central London are getting a little too stressful for you(36 Shorts Gardens, WC2, innerspace.org.uk). London is not LA, and we are glad of that, but a few health and fitness tips from across the pond are always welcome.

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If you develop chest pains, there are a wealth of tests you could be sent for to identify whether you have a heart problem. Here's a quick look at the current main diagnostic tests for heart problems... PHYSICAL ASSESSMENT A doctor takes a patient's medical and family history, asks questions about their lifestyle (how active they are and whether they smoke, etc), listens to their heart and lungs, and takes their blood pressure and pulse. "If there's a significant degree of clinical suspicion that a problem could be cardiac, the NHS encourages GPs to do a fast-track referral to a cardiology clinic. BLOOD TESTS Blood tests are used in relation to a number of heart conditions, the most common being cardiac enzyme tests, which help show if the heart muscle is damaged; full blood count, which measures different types of blood cells and can show if there's an infection, and thyroid function tests, which detect an under or overactive thyroid, which can be linked to heart palpitations or a very slow or fast heart rate. CHEST X-RAY If you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, a chest X-ray can help ascertain if it's caused by a heart or lung condition. If a heart condition's suspected, further tests will be recommended. Heart conditions that can be assessed by X-ray include heart failure, congenital heart disease and pericarditis (inflammation of the heart and lungs). ANGIOGRAM An angiogram lets doctors look inside coronary arteries, to see where, and how severely, they've narrowed, and how effectively the heart's pumping. Patients are given a local anaesthetic, where a catheter is passed into the artery. Using an X-ray, the catheter's directed through the blood vessels and 1 4 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

into the heart before a dye is injected, which shows any narrowed areas or blockages. There's also a CT coronary angiogram, where the dye is injected into a small vein in the arm and a CT scan used to create an image of the patient's heart. ECG An electrocardiogram (ECG) records the rhythm and electrical activity of the heart, via electrodes attached to the arms, legs and chest with small sticky patches. The test can help detect problems with the heart rate and show if a patient is having a heart attack, or has already had one. An ECG can also show if the heart is enlarged. However, a normal ECG doesn't rule out significant coronary heart disease and other tests may be needed, such as a coronary angiogram. ECHOCARDIOGRAM An echocardiogram - also known as an echo - uses sound waves to create a detailed picture of the heart, similar to ultrasound scans. A probe is moved over the skin of the chest, giving off pulses of high frequency sound waves which pass through the skin and 'echo' against the heart structures, reflecting them as moving pictures. The echo also gives information about the heart's function and pumping action. It can be useful after recent heart attacks or heart failure, and is also used to assess people with heart valve problems or congenital heart disease. MRI SCAN A cardiac MRI is used to view the heart's structure and assess how well it's pumping, so it's useful for checking structural problems including congenital heart disease, wear and tear of the valves, heart damage after a heart attack, and the amount of healthy heart muscle if you have heart failure. MRI scans can also look at the heart's blood supply and related conditions, such as angina and coronary heart disease. THE DETAILS For more information, you can visit the British Heart Foundation website at www.bhf.org.uk

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As the temperature drops and the days become darker, it can be easy to eat more, do less and go into ‘hibernation’ mode. But being proactive about our health is key to feeling great as well as looking great too. Winterised Workout It can be hard to find the motivation to make it to the gym when it’s cold outside, but it’s important to remember that keeping active during the winter is essential. Any activity that contributes to overall fitness can boost wellbeing and mood. If you really can’t find the incentive to brave the elements and have access to an indoor pool, then aqua aerobics and swimming are great gentle exercises for boosting our physical health as well as our mental health, with research showing that swimmers tend to live longer and have better moods than people who don’t exercise.

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2 Everything Starts With Breakfast When we wake up in the morning our muscles and brain need fuel to face the day ahead. I love eating bircher muesli with oats, nuts, apples and berries or a smoked salmon omelette packed with protein, vitamin D and omega 3 essential fatty acids! Researchers from Harvard University have also confirmed that eating a healthy breakfast regularly can help to reduce the risk of high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol – factors which can give rise to heart disease.

Get Checked Socialising and spending quality time with friends and family is a central part of the festive season, so having a hearing check is key to ensuring you or a family member doesn’t miss out this Christmas. People with mild to significant hearing loss are between two and five times more likely to develop dementia so there’s ever more reason to seek help sooner. Take advantage of a free hearing test at one of Hidden Hearing’s high street hearing centres. Visit www.HiddenHearing.co.uk for more information or to book a free hearing test.

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The cold weather and drying radiator heat can lead to dehydration and fatigue. Aim to drink 8 glasses of water a day. This will help to boost your energy levels, improve blood circulation and flush out toxins from the body. Regular teas and coffee count towards your fluid intake, but caffeinated versions shouldn't make up your full quota so try a hot water with a squeeze of lemon or fresh apple and a cinnamon stick for a festive twist.

Avoid The Festive Food Coma

Gobbling down a large meal diverts blood from the rest of our body to our digestive system in order to break down food. This can leave us feeling sluggish, so try sticking to normal-sized plate portions and chewing slowly. Not only will this ensure that you digest your food properly, but also give your brain the chance to tell your belly that it’s full. Sensible snacking throughout the day can also help you to avoid over-eating at dinner times. Try a handful of unsalted nuts or a small bowl of plain yogurt with sliced banana as these provide a great source of protein to help slow stomach emptying.

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A good night’s sleep is vital for refreshing and repairing our mind and body. Next to washing our hands, getting enough sleep might be one of the most effective ways to avoid a cold or the flu. Getting a good 8 hours of sleep each night keeps your immune system strong, so you’re less likely to catch whatever it is that’s making its way round your office or home!

Wrap Up Warm Did you know that staying warm is a surprising secret to feeling merry? Being cold can make us feel sluggish because our bodily functions slow down in attempt to retain heat. So bundle up to feel recharged! Hot drinks help to raise our core temperature but try to avoid adding your favourite tipple as this actually drops our body temperature so skip the ‘hot toddy’ and opt for your favourite herbal tea instead.

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adrenaline junkies... Extreme sports are about exhilaration, skill, fitness and an element of danger - so they are almost a total antidote to our safety-first world! However, all too often the risk of doing an extreme sport is overplayed - even though almost anyone can compete in them in relative safety.

e have selected a few of the most accessible extreme sports out there that may be well worth giving a go, who they are suitable for and what risk factors there are. And you can really indulge yourself with breath-taking views in the most exotic locations over the world. KITE SURFING Kite surfing is a relatively new extreme sport whereby you use a small surfboard with foot straps and bindings which are attached to a large power kite. This controllable kite propels you across the water - and at times over it while you control both the kite and the board at the same time. Who is kite surfing suitable for? Kite surfing is considered to be a family sport, and can be done by children as young as 12. Those participating need to be strong swimmers with a fair degree of upper-body strength - and it also helps if you are proficient at other water sports such as windsurfing. Risk factors of kite surfing. Kite surfing is a relatively low-risk extreme sport, since most kite surfers wear helmets, and each kite has a quick-release mechanism which allows you to release the kite with one tug or push, leaving only one line attached to a kite leash. This will cause the kite to lose its shape, preventing you from being dragged along by an out-of-control kite. MOUNTAINEERING Mountaineering - as its name suggests - is the sport of walking, hiking and climbing up mountains. The degree of difficulty with mountaineering depends on the terrain, with the more daring mountaineers venturing up high, craggy, and often snow-covered peaks. Who is mountaineering suitable for? Mountaineering is not for the casual participant! You will need to have substantial rock climbing and hiking 1 4 6 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

experience, and many mountaineering clubs limit membership to over-18s. Considerable physical fitness as well as mental skills are required. Risk factors of mountaineering. This sport can be extremely dangerous and should not be attempted without the necessary experience or a guide. Mountaineering requires significant safety gear, as there are the dangers of falling, things falling on you, or adverse weather - all of which you must be prepared for. SKYDIVING Skydiving involves throwing yourself out of an aircraft or other airborne craft at a typical height of around 12,000ft (approximately 3,658m) and then free-falling for a period of time before activating a parachute and steering it safely towards a landing site. Some people take skydiving to further extremes by doing things such as sky surfing Who is skydiving suitable for? There is usually an age limit of 16, and it is considered best to consult a doctor if you are over 40. However, skydiving is a possibility for most reasonably fit people, provided that they are not prone to panic! Most skydivers make their first jump with an experienced instructor in the form of a tandem skydive. Risk factors of skydiving. Despite seeming to be fraught with danger, fatalities in skydiving are rare. You have to complete a thorough course of training, and skydivers are required to carry a reserve parachute - plus some parachute packs now use an automatic activation device which activates the reserve parachute if the skydiver has failed to do so. WAKEBOARDING Simply put, wakeboarding is like water skiing, but on one plank rather than two. A powerboat creates a tail in the water, and the idea is that you use this as a ramp to perform airborne tricks. Initially, though, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll probably settle for being able to stand up when starting out in wakeboarding! Who is wakeboarding suitable for? Wakeboarding is pretty exhausting and requires good stamina - both when trying to stand and also when having to swim when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve come unstuck! There is generally no age limit to participation - the only limit being your own degree of fitness. Surfers, snowboarders and water skiers will probably take to it easily. Risk factors of wakeboarding. Seriously aching muscles plus the odd strain and bump will be the main risk to you, although you may have to look out for other people on the water so as to avoid a nasty collision when wakeboarding.

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Pure Luxury One walk-in wardrobe may seem like a luxury in space-efficient city homes, but London’s high-flying couples are now demanding one each... For the woman with too little space to store all her shoes, or the man in happy possession of 50 Armani suits, the advent of the walk-in wardrobe-come-dressing room is the answer to a truly first world problem.

he very best come in all shapes and sizes and can be made to suit your lifestyle. No top-end developer would market a property without a dedicated space for clothes. It’s a trend born in America, fuelled by Carrie Bradshaw’s overflowing trophy room in Sex and the City, which has now firmly crossed the Atlantic. When heiress Tamara Ecclestone was renovating a £47 million house in Palace Green, Kensington, she included a dressing room featuring a mechanical handbag carousel, a dedicated evening wear aisle to store party outfits, and a cabinet lined with Hermes leather for her sunglasses and jewellery. Back in the real world, Tina Mahony, director of Go Modern (www.gomodern. co.uk), recommends budgeting between £600 and £800 a metre for an Italian-made wardrobe with doors that are either wooden, lacquered, or, best of all, folding glass. This price does not include fitting. “They are amazing

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hanks to the Victorians, who built so many surplus churches that the pews weren’t even being filled in the 1800s, a large number of these striking buildings fell out of use long ago. In 1969 the law changed to allow the release of churches for alternative purposes and, since then, over 200 have been converted. Converting a church yields several distinct design issues. Planners are unlikely to allow any major external alterations as they will want to retain the original character of the building, and existing windows and doors should be retained and restored with sensitivity. If additional light is needed for a new first floor it may be possible to insert conservation rooflights. Luckily, churches aren’t that hard to find: a list of redundant churches is available from the Church Commissioners. They also publish a useful pamphlet, New Uses for Redundant Churches, which provides a starting point for converters

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(020 7898 1000 or visit the website at churchcommissioners.org). You’ll need to run your ideas by the planners before making an offer, but when purchasing a church, the offer should be made to the local Diocesan Redundant Church Uses Committee. They put the offer to the Church Commissioners, who then make the final decision. As well as the planning department, you will also have to run any plans for architectural or structural changes to the Church Commissioners for approval. If the church has an attached graveyard, the law requires any human remains to be removed and interred somewhere else if the plans will affect them. Other than high ceilings and large windows, churches often have a convenient, central location. They’re ideal for open plan living and can provide the ultimate living space for homeowners that don’t necessarily require lots of bedrooms. A mezzanine level can work well, as it might be difficult to get permission for multiple rooms on ground level. Since there’s plenty of space to build vertically, there are excellent storage opportunities. The biggest advantage however is the architecture and unique features. Vaulted ceiling, stained glass windows and mullions are hard to beat. Not everyone will feel attracted to the idea of living in a church, but you have to agree that every time we see a beautiful conversion of a formal church into a beautiful residence… we want to see more. You wonder what makes a person buy a church or chapel and transform it into a home – if you are looking for vast open space, original features and a unique design, then it could be the answer to your prayers.

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t could be argued that we are all artists, snapping away with our mobiles and enjoying a more visual world, but all too often our ‘work’ ends up unseen. Photographs of family, friends and holidays are commonly left lingering on laptops and phones, instead of being out on display. What could be easier than dressing your walls with personal photos and artwork for an instant injection of personality? Even a single piece of art, beautifully framed, in the middle of a blank wall can have an enormous impact, especially if the piece is particularly small or particularly large,” says Romy Westwood, director of the Affordable Art Fair. Now in its 16th year, the AAF has held 111 events across 11 countries and prides itself on making art accessible for everyone. “Art creates a real focal point for a room, and symmetry of furniture or furnishings around the piece can also help to draw the eye to it. Be as creative as you want to be, even hanging objects or mirrors within the cluster to fill a space,” Westwood says. If you’re bewildered by the vast array of art on offer, or struggle to identify which photos to include in your home ‘gallery’, she advises hanging with heart. “It’s all about browsing at art fairs, visiting galleries to discover what resonates with you. Art should be an emotional experience - buy only what you love and what you want to live with. It’s all about personalising your space and making it unique to you.” SNAP IT UP There are lots of ways to display photographic wall art. Individual shots can be blown up into high-impact images and displayed as a focal point. Another successful approach is for each family member to be shot separately rather than as a group, capturing the personality of the various individuals, then each can be framed and the prints grouped together on a wall. Top Tip: Create a gallery in a hallway or corridor - use matching frames in the same size and hang them in rows to draw your eye along the space.

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Consider making them all monochrome with the same finish, then mount in frames in one colour to give cohesion to a display. OUT OF THE FRAME Photos and paintings don’t tell the whole story when it comes to art, as our desire for more decorative interiors has inspired a revival of artistic effects on everything, from murals to furniture. The great thing about adding art to your home is that it can be done on practically any budget. Whether it’s investing in a painted piece of furniture or framing old postcards or vintage prints, creating a cool, cohesive look is simple, effective and a great way to bring a home to life. Top Tip: It’s generally agreed that the centre point of a piece of art should be at your eye height, although there may have to be a compromise if you or your partner are considerably different heights, says Westwood. “A mid-point of 60-65 inches is usually comfortable for most people.” WALL EFFECTS Kicking convention out the window and displaying images you really love will result in walls that speak volumes about your taste and way of life. Artwork can cover everything from wall stickers through to a collection of framed favourite magazine covers, and is such an easy way to add visual impact in any space. For an inexpensive, imaginative touch, use your children’s artwork - the more abstract and playful the pictures, the more striking the display will be. Top Tip: “Don’t be afraid to put a larger picture next to a smaller one, but perhaps balance it by having two or three small pictures taking up the same space as the larger one”, suggests Westwood. “A series of different sized pieces can look striking when carefully spaced and hung at the same mid-point, but allow each one enough room to breathe. Don’t be tempted to hang paintings or prints too close together.”

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Serve up a luxury dining experience BY GABRIELLE FAGAN

Our dining dreams are getting grander, and a ‘proper’ dining room is becoming increasingly popular, as we rediscover an appetite for lingering over meals and savouring the opportunity to connect and socialise with loved ones.

lmost 60% of us prefer dining areas to be a separate room, and hankering for more formality appears to be in tune with a general change in attitude to mealtimes. TV dinners on the couch are falling out of favour, with 50% of parents making a ‘conscious effort’ to gather the family together for at least one meal a week. With increasingly busy lifestyles, the dining experience can be a welcome break from everyday stress and a chance to reconnect with family members and friends. Not only this, a separate room allows us to temporarily remove ourselves from the post-meal clean-up, which often looms over diners in open-plan kitchen and dining areas. Britain has also turned to the ‘big night in’ trend – inspiring a dinner party revival. We all wish to make more of dining, and a beautifully furnished space where we can fully enjoy the moment. If your dining area’s looking a bit dull, or your dining room rarely used, it’s time to revamp the space. No matter what’s on the menu, this should be a space to suit every occasion... DOWNTON DINING Separate dining rooms are spaces where you can truly play with decor and conjure stately home grandeur (butler optional). This is no longer a room used only for special occasions - it’s the main gathering point for the 1 6 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

family and where people lavish a lot of care and attention getting the decor and furnishing right. They want dressers, a console table, wine racks, decorative lighting and accessories such as mirrors. It’s all about creating a stylish sanctuary which combines a cosseting, comfortable atmosphere - essential so you can enjoy a meal - with practicality and good storage. TIPS: Round tables generally suit smaller groups better, allowing for intimate gatherings. Avoid large vases or flower arrangements in the middle of a table, as they can form a barrier and discourage interaction. MODERN TASTE The essential ingredients for this recipe are streamlined tables and chairs and a pared-back approach, so clutter is minimal. Dining spaces are one of the hardest working zones in the home and have huge potential when it comes to style. You can opt for sophisticated glamour, think generous tables and overhanging pendant lighting in a combined kitchen/dining area which will make the eating area a stunning focal point. Bench seating has come a long way from the schoolroom and can take up less space than individual chairs and looks more modern. Just add cushions for essential comfort! TIP: Lighting is key - ensure it is sufficiently bright for everyday meals (or tasks like homework) but have dimmers to create atmosphere when required. Over-the-table pendant lights are brilliant for creating an instant wow factor, but don’t overlook floor lamps and table lamps around the room too, to create a more intimate feel. RUSTIC RETREAT Natural materials - especially wood - are ultra-fashionable and suit an informal setting. While we haven’t seen a huge push for one specific style, one thing which has become clear is that large dining spaces are back and here to stay. Eight to 12-seater tables are proving extremely popular, as people focus on creating a central hub for family and friends to gather. Bold, rich colours can make a separate dining area or room feel snug and cosy, while open plan areas can look stunning decorated in light, neutral tones, which blur the boundary between the indoors and outdoors, if they look out onto a garden. TIP: Establish which size table you need - it’s the main focus of the room and must be large enough to seat the required number of people, but too large and it will swamp a room. If space is an issue, opt for an extendable option for versatility.

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A joint design by Martin Steininger and Alberto Minotti, is a kitchen archipelago consisting of four different blocks, which can be made from a range of the finest stone materials. ROCK can be implemented either as a bold, monolithic island solution, or as an unusual standalone concept comprising four cubes - based on Donald Judd’s art installation “Minimal Myth” - with a few centimetres spacing to each other. Every kitchen is unique - even the inside is individually designed for each custome.. Drawers made of stainless steel and a magnetic, double hand-stitched, felt base are divided up using magnetic dividers and equipped with a wide variety of functional modules. All parts are made from 6 mm thin natural stone with a 45° edge. Featuring a special, patented handle, the kitchen blocks appear to be one single piece.

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The monolithic kitchen island PURE impresses with clear and precise style. The integrated solid wood table and stainless steel revolving herbs bed are not only functional elements, but also allow PURE’s surface materials to come alive – particularly in combination with concrete. The 8 mm thin concrete is heat-resistant and food-safe. We developed a procedure that allowed us to make the conrete so thin that it was light enough but not brittle, and maintain its interesting surface texture with fine cracks and bubbles“, says Steininger. What the unusual outer skin of the kitchen promises, is also delivered in the top-quality interior, made of stainless steel and the finest wood. As with all STEININGER kitchens, reduction down to the essentials and visual order are part of the concept.

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The elegant kitchen island SLIM fully follows the trend of using extraordinary materials in the kitchen. The unit block and cupboard element are fully clad in anodised aluminium. Austrian workmanship comes into effect in the carefully crafted wine racks and the unusual sliding mechanism of SLIM. Steininger exercised its usual quality in getting down to work on the new SLIM. The aluminium parts are processed with engineering precision. The gap dimensions of the fronts match, in their precision, those found in vehicle manufacturing. To replace and adjust the aluminium parts, Steininger used a patented procedure for the first time to enable an even more precise execution. Thanks to the new processing method, the feel of the aluminium parts is especially pleasant, smooth and silky. “The aim was to produce an even more robust and long-lasting surface. The outer skin of the new SLIM consists of 3 mm thick, massive aluminium. With the newly developed folding technology,we can use it on flat surfaces and fold around corners“, says Steininger. THE DETAILS

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The Story of a Home Library The library as a room, as well as a collection of books, has a long and vibrant history in the English house, and remains an indispensable room for the educated and wealthy.

n this digital age, it may surprise you to read that more people want libraries than cinemas in their homes. Books have lost none of their appeal, with many people carrying “old friends” they have loved reading from house to house. Installing libraries and reading rooms in homes does not belong to yesteryear either. The British Interior Design Association reports many of its members converting second sitting rooms into libraries. In today’s environment-conscious world, they also have another valuable function. Books are the original insulator. A shelf of books along an outside wall works well to prevent heat escaping, and if all the books were removed from the homes in Britain, our energy bills would rocket. TOP TIPS ON INSTALLING A LIBRARY You need plenty of natural light, but avoid sunlight falling directly on to your books as this can damage them. Either have closed curtains or shutters on your windows for when you are not using your library, or don’t install bookshelves directly opposite a south or west facing window. Well-directed reading lights are essential, with an adjustable arm over a favourite chair. On the shelves themselves, well-shaded bar shaped library lights will help you find your chosen volume. Books and paper are prone to decay and mould in the wrong conditions, with excess warmth and damp and too much dust the main culprits. Keep your library cool and dry and dust books regularly, from the spine outwards using a soft brush. When installing shelves, use natural wood, simply waxed, or if painted, use organic paints to minimise chemical damage. Cooking fumes are not good for books so, if you can, use a room far away from the kitchen. You don’t have to have a dedicated library. Install bookshelves in a room such as a playroom or small sitting room. Use this room for music practice or board and card games, to encourage children to have a room where television and computer games are banned. Depending on the wood you use and the finish, installing a bay of books ranges from hundreds for a plain pine bookcase to several thousand pounds for mahogany. Ensure the shelves are at least an inch thick and no more than four feet long otherwise they will bow under the weight of books. Taller shelves for heavier books should be along the bottom, with paperbacks at the top.

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Stepping under a cascading shower can be one of the most luxurious feelings in the world. But turning the shower on to be greeted with a pathetic little trickle can be one of the most frustrating and disappointing experiences!

ndeed, the power of a good shower should not be underestimated. So much more than a means of getting clean, the right one can encourage us to break into a chorus of Singin' In The Rain, awaken the senses and leave us invigorated and ready to face the demands of the day. Nearly 90% of UK households, according to AMA Research (www. amaresearch.co.uk), have at least one shower in their home, and with demand for super-stylish systems continuing to grow, leading bathroom specialists now offer an array of solutions for both traditional and contemporary interiors. "The bathroom continues to be a key element of our homes, playing a much greater role beyond that of its traditional function as just another part of the daily routine," says Robin Levien, international designer at Ideal Standard. "It has become both multi-purpose and multi-functional, an oasis of escapism and relaxation. A place for reinvigoration, transformation and even somewhere to pose, ponder and play." Dreaming of a shower upgrade? The first stage in the planning process is to address a number of key issues, such as water pressure, the fabric of the building and ceiling height. " The most important thing is to ensure you choose a shower system that's compatible with your water supply, to make sure you have sufficient water pressure to give optimal showering experience," notes Joe Stephens, product designer at Roper Rhodes. Once the practical points have been addressed, you can drench yourself in the fun bits... DARK DEPTHS Style and ambience can make a big difference in a bathroom; an

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uncluttered spa style, and chic, minimal designs are ever-popular. And while lighter colour schemes may be most traditionally associated with this part of the home, don't rule out moody hues, which can work especially well. "There is a trend for using dark colours on the walls and floor, which with good lighting, can actually make a small space seem bigger, as well as delivering a boutique hotel feel," says Levien. Think different shades of greys, particularly darker tones, which are very on trend and great for creating a tranquil feel of luxury and relaxation. WET & WILD Oversized shower heads can - literally - wash our woes away and make us feel like we're in Club Tropicana. Large, 300mm shower heads, which can be ceiling-mounted for a dramatic effect, are perfect for this as they create a cascading rain shower effect. Diverter valves are very popular, as they give the ability to switch the flow of water between two or even three different outlets, such as the main overhead shower, a handset and a bath filler. Thermostatic shower valves are another popular choice, particularly for families, as they are safe and easy to use. Show-stopping ceiling-fed shower heads are a huge trend, because they look great, and they provide a really luxurious showering experience. 'Wow' shower head features, such as waterfall settings and LED mood lighting, which create a sense of total relaxation are also hot this year. THE WOW FACTOR When space is at a minimum, often it's all about finding inventive and user-friendly ways of fitting in the essentials - but those lucky enough to have lots of bathroom space to play with can tap into trends on a larger scale. Bathrooms are moving from the functional into the decadent. Colour, texture, shape and size have moved from being 'safe' to almost stretching the boundaries of good taste. There has never been so much choice and product variation, and trends are very fast moving. Giving a traditional bathroom an up-to-date facelift, you could remove the bath and replace it with a large format slim tray and wet room. This totally transforms both the look, life and function of the bathroom. Think about coloured glass, as this can offer a 'wow' factor and also delivers some privacy, if the bathroom is used by more than one person at a time.

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Let’s take it to the loft Thinking about taking it to the loft? Perhaps a new bedroom and a beautiful new ensuite? Before you delve in, Ripples designer Joel Fry offers his advice on creating a luxury en-suite bathroom for your loft conversion. Go large and light with tiles - when it comes to picking tiles there are considerably more options available than you might first think. As a general rule, if you want to make a bathroom feel more spacious, opt for larger and lighter tiles. If you are looking to create a contemporary feel then take a look at rectified tiles, thinner grout lines will ensure that your bathroom has a crisp and sleek finish. Go for consistency - very often less is more when it comes to the loft ensuite, to open up what could appear to be quite an awkward space keep your wall and floor tiling the same. This way your eye will not distinguish where two different tiles might meet, the seamless finish will help to make the space feel much bigger too. Go for a touch of “wow” - you might want to think about some very clever design ideas such as large and light tiles but you also need to have some fun with your new bathroom too. Perhaps think about adding some “wow” factor decorative tiles, to create an element of interest in the room. Decorative tiles in your shower and behind a basin will add personality to the bathroom and inject just the right amount of décor. Go for a wet floor - sloping ceilings in a loft can mean that you really need to think about how to maximise the height in the room, particularly when it comes to the shower. Opting for a wet floor in the shower area will help you to retain as much height as possible. It's also important to think about running the same floor tiles in to your shower and concealing your shower tray, to help make the space feel bigger and to create a seamless walkin design. 1 7 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

Go for underfloor heating - think about adding underfloor heating to dry up any moisture in your bathroom, this is particularly important if you’re opting for a wet floor in your new loft ensuite. Go for sensible storage - space is possibly limited in your new ensuite, create alcoves in the shower, add in recessed mirror cabinets and choose vanity units with deep drawers for extra storage too. Go for feature lighting - you may be limited on the amount of ceiling lights in your ensuite, it’s therefore more important than ever to think about feature lighting. Wall lights, floor lights and alcove lighting should all be considered. Extra lighting in drawers and around the mirror will help to illuminate the space when you need it too. Go careful with the space - it’s really important that you think about the usability of the space. Do you have enough sitting and standing height in front of the toilet? Can you comfortably open the drawers of your vanity unit? These are all questions that you should be asking yourself. Go for wall hung - opting for a wall hung basin and wc will help to maximize the available space in your new ensuite, wall hung furniture and sanitaryware will create extra space by opening up the floor space that is on show in the room. Go for large mirrors - make sure that your new bathroom features large mirrors, they will help to reflect the natural light and open up the space. Ripples London, Belsize Park showroom will help you make the most of the hidden potential of your bathroom. At Ripples, their attention to detail and those all-important personal touches that they add to every project, their hand-drawn designs and carefully selected products are sure to help create a unique, luxury bathroom that you can be proud of. So, as well as looking at their latest showers, whirlpool baths, walk-in wet rooms and range of traditional taps & baths, make sure you say hello to showroom owner Lisa and let Ripples design the bathroom of your dreams. THE DETAILS For more information about Ripples London 26 England's Lane, London NW3 4TG Telephone 0207 4499 594 or email london@ripples.ltd.uk www.ripples.ltd.uk

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TIMELESS ELEGANCE OF SASH WINDOWS

sash window or hung sash window is made of one or more movable panels or “sashes” that form a frame to hold panes of glass, which are often separated from other panes (or “lights”) by narrow muntins. Although any window with this style of glazing is technically “a sash”, the term is used almost exclusively to refer to windows where the glazed panels are opened by sliding vertically, or horizontally in a style known as a “Yorkshire light”, sliding sash, or sash and case (so called because the weights are concealed in a box case). The oldest surviving examples of sash windows were installed in England in the 1670s, for example at Ham House. The invention of the sash window is sometimes credited, without conclusive evidence, to Robert Hooke. The sash window is often found in Georgian and Victorian houses, and the classic arrangement has three panes across by two up on each of two sashes, giving a “six over six” panel window, although this is by no means a fixed rule. Innumerable late Victorian and Edwardian suburban houses were built in England using standard sash window units approximately 4 feet (1.2 m) in width, but older, hand-made units could be of any size. To facilitate operation, the weight of the glazed panel is usually balanced by a heavy steel, lead, or cast iron sash weight or counter-weight concealed within the window frame. The sash weight is connected to the window by a sash cord or chain that runs over a pulley at the top of the frame, although spring balances are sometimes used. Sash windows may be fitted with simplex hinges, which allow the window to be locked into hinges on one side while the counterbalance on the other side is detached, allowing the 1 7 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

window to be opened for escape or cleaning. The name “hung sash window” is more usual in the United States, and typically refers to a double-hung window with two sashes that can move up and down in the window frame. A single hung window has two sashes but normally the top sash is fixed and only the bottom sash slides. Triple and quadruple hung windows are used for tall openings, common in New England churches. Construction is usually of softwood, and these sashes were traditionally only single-glazed. Modern double-glazed sash windows are now available, which increase energy efficiency and reduce sound ingress whilst keeping the traditional look of a period property. Traditionally styled double-glazed sash windows will often attempt to mimic the original appearance through the use of non-functional muntins or ‘glazing bars’, which are applied to the surface of the glazing, and give the appearance that the sash is made up of several smaller panes, whereas in reality, each sash consists of only one, large, double glazed unit. Sash windows are relatively low maintenance and offer huge advantages in return (style, aesthetics, abides by laws (relating to older houses and buildings), natural resources etc.), however well-maintained sash windows should last generations without needing parts replaced. It is also possible to clean all the glass from within the building by sliding the two panes to different positions. A significant advantage of sash windows is that they provide efficient cooling of interiors during warm weather. Opening both the top and bottom of a sash window by equal amounts allows warm air at the top of the room to escape, thus drawing relatively cool air from outside into the room through the bottom opening.

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Taking a Step Up Despite being a major traffic thoroughfare, when it comes to design and decoration, staircases are one of the most frequently overlooked areas of a home.

rom spirals to spindles, glass to granite, there’s plenty of scope for making a statement, but homeowners looking to transform their space are often unaware of the possibilities. The key is to understand your options and the impact building regulations may have. First and foremost, stairs need to fulfil their primary function of getting you from one level to the next, once this need is fulfilled, you can really go to town on the aesthetics and create something that gives a really great first impression. In terms of renovation, replacing a staircase is akin to knocking down a structural wall. But if your stairs are badly positioned, oppressive, or hinder light flow through the house, then it’s worth considering, as a new flight can make all the difference. Always consult an architect or a specialist company, as it’s critical that a new staircase fits in both proportionally and stylistically. Remember, also, that plans must comply with building regulations, specifically the Approved Document K or Protection, Falling and Impact, and in particular section K1, which deals with stairs, ladders and ramps. You can download it free from staircases.org/regulations.htm. STRAIGHT STAIRS Straight doesn’t have to equal dull, and it’s possible to modernise less than lovely stairs with cladding, such as timber, tiles or stone. Many modern homes have stairs built in concrete, which is ideal for resurfacing. If you’re updating a less sturdy staircase, make sure it’s sound by cladding it with marine plywood before affixing any sort of tiles, otherwise they may crack. You can re-clad a staircase in oak for about £500-£1,000, depending on the balustrade you choose. This is a much more accessible solution if you would rather not embark on big structural changes, or are limited by space. SPIRAL AND HELICAL STAIRCASES Spiral staircases wind around a central pole and have a

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handrail on the outer side only. Helical stairs do not have a central pole and there is a handrail on both sides. If a spiral staircase is being used to access a single room, it must be at least 1500mm in diameter. But if the spiral goes up to more than one room, it is classed as a main staircase and needs to be at least 1900mm. Bear in mind that the opening in which your spiral fits needs to be 100mm wider than the spiral itself. A bespoke spiral would start at £3,000. It can be difficult to get furniture up and down, so move large items in before you install the stairs. CARPETED STAIRS If you prefer carpet to bare wood or glass, make sure you buy one that’s suitable for stairs. It’s imperative you choose a quality, hard-wearing carpet – 80% wool to 20% nylon. Avoid loop-pile carpets as they “grin” (open up when bent) and are more slippery. Use a good underlay over both tread and riser and fit the carpet so the pile runs down the stairs. It’s also possible to use a strip of carpet as a runner, see Roger Oates Design Hartley runners, which are reversible so last twice as long. CANTILEVERED STAIRS A cantilevered staircase can look stunning, but is also a feat of engineering, with most of the weight of the treads supported by one wall. You need a balustrade to comply with UK building regulations, but glass is unobtrusive and will still give that ‘weightlessness’ look. These staircases should always be designed and built by a specialist. ALTERNATE STAIRS Ninety per cent of new staircases are constructed to create access to a loft conversion. The pitch of the roof can make constructing a flight difficult and, if this is the case, alternate-tread stairs can be the answer. These have one tread for the left foot and another for the right, and mean the angle of the stairs can be tighter, increased from 42 to 65 degrees. Consider who will need to use them, as they are trickier to negotiate than standard stairs. It can also be hard to move furniture up and down them.

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enovating existing staircases is a relatively new concept within home improvements. At Jarrods ltd, we love to design and create both new and renovated staircases so that they become a focal point and a design statement within people’s homes. To update a tired hallway with a light and spacious staircase design is both heartwarming and relatively simple to achieve. Most renovations and indeed new staircases can be ﬁtted within a few days, with minimum disruption to clients homes. The majority of the work and any polishing is carried out in our workshop, before installation. With a wide variety of design options, we can match a staircase to the clients existing home interiors. Whether it be classic or contemporary, or indeed any combination of the two, we can create something special and truly bespoke. We only use the very ﬁnest of materials. Sourcing raw wood, glass and components, from the very best within the industry. Our in house french polishers carefully sand

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and polish every piece of timber by hand, with great care and attention, whilst our joiners use the very best tools and are highly skilled craftsmen. We are the only staircase company to be awarded a corporate membership with the Institute of Carpenters and we use their crest to symbolise our unique relationship with them. Jarrod is a fellow of the institute and still works closely within the craft to pass his knowledge down to his joinery teams. We offer a 10 year guarantee and are very proud of our workmanship and service. If you would like to consider updating your staircase, please take a look at our website or call us to arrange a free design consultation. We look forward to hearing from you. THE DETAILS For more information about Jarrods The Staircase Company Telephone 02920 529797 or visit the website at www.jarrodsstaircases.co.uk

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or a lot of households, there comes a time when your home becomes a bit of a squeeze. Maybe you have had more children, or have embarked on working from home. So should you move somewhere bigger, or extend your house to make it large enough for you and your family’s needs? An extension can radically improve a property. Bigger, better space and extra rooms can add value, and make a house more attractive to buyers. Your location, and the level of demand for your type of home, could make a big difference to the financial implications of extending versus moving. In highvalue areas in London it can be more worthwhile digging under the house to add a basement conversion. The reality is that if you are able to extend, it is often sensible to do so from a financial point of view. The cost of buying a new house would far outweigh the cost of building. If you want to make structural changes with the purpose of adding value, you should first find out the current market price of your property, as well as its potential value once the changes have been made. Otherwise, your hard work and cash may not reap rewards. Also be area aware - before you plan that extravagant extension or costly conversion, it’s crucial to talk to a local estate agent to find out what renovations are popular in your area. Every street has a ceiling value so don’t over develop if you want to see a good return on your investment. Rising property prices with a premium being put on space can make extensions a wise investment. However, this is a major project and

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shouldn’t be undertaken lightly: Call in professionals to get the job done properly, as there are important planning restrictions and regulations which need to be followed. Ask friends if they can recommend an architect and builders. It is really important that you locate the best people, as a botched extension can devalue a property. The National Federation of Builders (NFB) can provide you with a list of registered builders in your area. A builder that belongs to a respected trade organisation will have to comply with membership standards. The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) provides a list of registered architects. Although a modern extension can look good on an old house, when it comes to selling on it is important to appeal to the average buyer’s taste. Therefore it is more advisable for an extension to match the architectural style of the existing house. Be strategic: Extra bathrooms and large kitchens are usually good investments in family-sized homes, and a garage in a busy, urban area will also add value. The room that usually benefits the most from enlarging is the kitchen. Adding a kitchen/diner creates the farmhouse kitchen most people want and provides extra space. The old dining room can become an office, playroom, or an extra sitting room. Kitchen extensions also provide the opportunity to extend upwards - an additional bedroom can be built on top at the same time.

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Realising your unique vision Based in the heart of central London on Savile Row, Gregory Phillips Architects is celebrating 25 years at the forefront of residential design.

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secure when you go away Dog theft is on the rise. A recent BBC investigation found that dognapping has risen by 22% in the past two years in England with more than 5,000 dogs having been reported stolen to police forces in 2015.

n London alone, the number of dogs reported as stolen increased from 160 in 2013 to 213 in 2015, according to the London Metropolitan Police. It’s hardly surprising though as dogs are easy targets, and with popular dogs such as Bulldog puppies fetching up to £1,800 each, it’s a lucrative business. Pets can be stolen from people’s homes and often burglars monitor homes to find opportunities to break in and steal possessions and / or pets. Having anything stolen is distressing but having your dog stolen, who is part of the family, can be a heart breaking and stressful experience for both owner and dog. But what happens when you go away? You may take all the precautions possible to ensure your home and pets are safe, but leaving your home empty or using a pop-in service to feed pets such as cats and rabbits can leave you vulnerable. Many people are turning to professional home and pet sitters to look after their home and pets when they go on holiday. The extra security of having a professional sitter in the house gives peace of mind, allowing people to relax and enjoy their holiday. Having a homesitter in the home can deter the opportunistic thief. The homesitter only leaves the home for up to three hours a day, at different times, so the home is less likely to be a target. Homesitters are also very attentive when it comes to ensuring windows and doors are locked. During the summer months a window left open can be a route in for a burglar. For dog owners this service also means their dog doesn’t have to change its usual routine and will be cared for by a responsible and experienced homesitter.

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Homesitters are well aware of the potential risks of dog theft and will do their utmost to keep the dog safe. They will know not to leave dogs tied up outside shops or cafes or in cars – even for a moment as they could be a potential target for theft. They will know to keep the dog in sight at all times and that if a dog has poor recall they must be kept on a lead. Dogs are often taken when out on a walk and it only takes a minute out of sight for them to be snatched. Homesitters will supervise your dog at all times, even if they are let out in the garden, and they are not allowed to leave your dog and home for more than three hours at a time. This is very reassuring as people can spend their holiday worrying, especially if they have a neighbour or family friend taking care of them who may not be as vigilant as a professional. Homesitters Ltd has been operating in London and across the UK for the past 35 years and we have many clients who rely on us when they go away. We have completed over 90,000 bookings with the help of our extensive network of homesitters, who have been carefully vetted and many of them have been with the company for a number of years. All are highly experienced, reliable and trustworthy and carry out their assignments with the upmost diligence. Many people end up using the same homesitter every time they go away which is great for people with pets, especially dogs as the homesitter can really get to know them well. Our clients also have complete peace of mind about insurance - we carry comprehensive insurance including Employer’s Liability, Public liability and Professional Indemnity cover. Homesitters are provided with 24 hour support on assignment, including during bank holidays, Christmas and New Year, and a dedicated person from Homesitters head office remains in regular contact with each homesitter.

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and confusing ancient traditions I bought a distaff recently.The dictionary description reads “a cleft stick for holding wool or flax for hand spinning”. It is basically just a tall thin pole fitted into a circular wooden base.Where the pole joins the base there is a tiny pewter trough like a an upturned jelly mould. This is to hold sufficient water for the spinner to moisten her fingers the better to manipulate the flax. I say ‘her’ because historically it is accepted that spinning is a woman’s skill, hence the word spinster - “one who spins”.

istaff also describes the female line of a family and as I pondered which meaning came first I started to think about ancient traditions in title that we no longer observe, some of which have caused confusion over the years.

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A case in point is that of Mrs Eleanor Coade (1733 – 1821) acknowledged as being the inventor of a particular type of stoneware – a ceramic somewhere between porcelain and earthenware – which could be manufactured to imitate natural stone and fashioned by moulding into monumental items that did not absorb water and were therefore impervious to frost. This stoneware became so popular that it bears her name and merited Alison Kelly’s excellent book “Mrs Coade’s Stone”. However, Mrs Coade had an unmarried daughter also named Eleanor and it was she who grew the manufactory at Lambeth from 1769 into the major industry it became by the end of the 18th century. So why is Miss Coade not recognised today for her outstanding business and marketing acumen in placing their garden vases and ornaments, tombs, figures, facades, chimneys, capitals and columns in landscapes all over the world, as well as her mother? Well in truth she is, and certainly she was in her lifetime, for in the 18th and much of the 19th centuries an unmarried woman in business was given the title of Mrs. So for over two hundred years both mother and daughter have in fact been credited equally for their success under the one name, Mrs Coade. THE DETAILS For more information about John Bly Antiques 533 Kings Road, Chelsea email john@johnbly.com www.johnbly.com

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The hallway is the first room guests see in a house. Make yours warm and welcoming with our inspirational design tips and advice...

ntrance ways tend to be dark and narrow but painting them white isn’t necessarily the best option. “Hallways, especially busy family ones, can take a lot of wear of tear and white be very unforgiving, as well as cold, so a better option, is to choose a light, bright colour in a warm tone. Choose a colour that is a shade or two lighter than the main room the hallway leads to, and it will help create continuity between the two spaces. As this room is primarily a walk-through, you can afford to make a strong design statement and be bold with colour and pattern. Patterned wallpaper with a slight shine will help reflect the light, while vertical stripes can create the illusion of height. If you’re concerned about knocks and scratches, a practical option is to have painted wood panelling on the bottom of the wall, with statement wallpaper above. FEATURE FLOORING Flooring in a hallway needs to be durable but choose wisely and you can create impact while being practical too. If you have a particularly long and narrow hallway, a chequerboard effect on the floor will create the impression of width - the wider the tiles, the wider it will look. Hallway runners are a great way to inject colour, while colourful striped carpet will instantly

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enliven a stairway. If you have bare wooden stairs, consider painting each step a different shade of the same colour or have fun with stencils to create patterns or words. LET THE LIGHT IN Hallways can often be dark, so getting the lighting right is essential. If you have a high ceiling, a large pendant light will act as a beautiful centrepiece and be the first thing that people see when they enter your home. If the ceiling is low, pendant lights will have the effect of making the room feel smaller, so wall lights are the better option. Mirrors are a good way to reflect natural light and give the illusion of more space. A large mirror placed at the end of a hallway instantly provides depth, making a hallway feel larger. STORAGE SOLUTIONS Hallways can easily become cluttered so

finding a space for coats, keys and shoes is a must. A wooden bench with storage If you have room, offers storage as well as a useful seating area. The more floor space you can see, the larger your hallway will seem and there are lots of great wall-hung cupboards available. MAKE A FEATURE Hallways may be small but that doesn’t mean you can’t create a stunning focal point. A narrow console table with a pair of lamps and mirror above makes a pretty focal point - while a vase of fresh flowers or a scented cinnamon candle will create an inviting aroma. A group of family portraits is another great way to add interest and personalise the space. Generally, it’s best to hang fewer, larger pictures as opposed to several smaller ones, as it can make the space seem more confined and cluttered. With a little imagination and the right colours, storage and lighting, you can create an inviting entrance you’ll love coming home to and will want to show off.

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Let’s make the case for timber windows? FRANK BUCKLEY, MANAGING DIRECTOR, MUMFORD & WOOD LIMITED

It’s really not that difficult as British homeowners have an intrinsic appreciation of the natural beauty of wood: how it looks, feels and performs.And of course timber is the only truly sustainable option for high quality joinery.

ut let’s put some real data on the table. Some interesting and valuable research was carried out a few years ago, which is still valid, on behalf of the Wood Window Alliance (WWA), an affiliate of the British Woodworking Federation. This in-depth, 2-year study was based on four commonly used materials in window frame manufacture including timber and PVC-U.

The conclusive results proved that timber windows are more sustainable; will last longer; are better value and have a negative value in relation to global warming. We all like to invest wisely and over a lifetime timber is proven to offer the lowest cost option. Made to the exacting standards of the WWA our timber windows have an expected life of between 56 – 65 years or more. Timber has been proven to offer the lowest cost option in frame material with the added benefit of extended service life. This equates to money in your pocket. However, you may not be planning to spend that period of time in the same property, so will you be able to recoup your investment if you decide to sell? The short answer is Yes! Anecdotal and empirical research confirms that the incorrect choice of window material, especially in a period home, will seriously detract from its desirability, and its value. Windows made from PVC-U negatively impact global warming. By substituting a single timber frame window for a PVC-U frame, approximately 160kg CO2e is saved over the expected 60 year life of the window making it carbon neutral. Multiply this by several windows in an average size house and the savings can be measured in tonnes. This great result for timber is due to the carbon storage effect of this natural resource during its growth phase; by converting timber into products ensures carbon is locked away for the life of the tree and in the products it is used to create. 1 9 2 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

When you add all these benefits together I feel better knowing that we are making a positive contribution to environmental factors for the benefit of the planet. And this feels good to me. Kerbside appeal Windows play a key role in the kerbside appeal and value of a property and aesthetics are paramount in the decision making process. Equally they must be functional, keeping you warm and comfortable, as well as safe and secure. Our double glazed Conservation™ windows tick these boxes and offer exceptional standards of security, thermal and acoustic performance that meet and surpass the requirements of Building Regulations while being beautiful to look at and a pleasure to touch and operate. Making this investment will add value to your home, improving its resale value and increasing its desirability to new purchasers. Heritage and conservation For those who live in a conservation area, or in a listed property, planning restrictions are sure to apply. Mumford & Wood has the answer. Our Heritage™ range is a single glazed collection of beautiful and authentic period-style windows and doors while products in the Classic™ range feature a slim panel double glazed system which your planning officer may consider to be the perfect compromise. Both have traditional external putty faced finish and can be glazed with Victorian or Crown glass to replicate the much-loved imperfections of hand-blown glass. Every product we manufacture is made from superior grade Siberian larch which is engineered for strength and stability so ‘stick, warp and twist’ is unlikely. Supplied with three coats of protective micro-porous paint or stain, you might want to consider our dual colour option which is sure to spark the interior designer in you. We support all our products with warranties, an optional annual Complete Care service, while our own Mumford & Wood branded paint will ensure your windows and doors look and perform better for longer. THE DETAILS Talk to us about your project, or visit our showrooms in Essex and our permanent display at The Building Centre, London WC1.Telephone 01621 818155 www.mumfordwood.com,

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he design of ALLURE has the appearance of an abstract painting created from outsize dĂŠcoupage shapes while TCHIN echoes Art Deco geometric forms with the use of colour and weave effects. SILLON, a wide width fabric with a finely etched background gives a nod to ethnic hand-made carpet motifs with a delicate unstructured trellis and shadow effects. HYPNOSE is inspired by graphic Op Art and is softened with the use of a beautiful matt textured weft yarn while the reversible FREQUENCE has a small design motif in natural tones reminiscent of exclusive luggage. The three-dimensional knitted fabric NANO is supple and comfortable for all forms of seating, even the most unconventional. FRENESIE has the characteristic rustle, feel and reflections of silk but thanks to Trevira CS it can be washed and ironed. This fabric is also wide-width and available in 34 stunning colours. TAILOR is a classic chevron design which is elegant for seating and the pattern is echoed in the luminous threads of the wide-width sheer FILAMENT. Prices of the Collection 21 fabrics are from ÂŁ95.00 per metre. Lelievre was founded in Paris in 1914 and since that time has created exclusive fine furnishing fabrics, decorative accessories and designer collections for countries around the world. Working hand in hand with interior designers, Lelievre uses themes both traditional and contemporary in their collections with unique creativity and technical innovation. THE DETAILS For more information about LELIEVRE Design Centre Chelsea Harbour, London SW10 0XE Telephone 0207 352 4798 www.lelievre.eu

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Best seat in the house BY GABRIELLE FAGAN

ou just know when you’ve found ‘the one’. Supportive, and always there for you when you need comfort, a snuggle or just to relax. I’m not talking about a partner - at least, not a human one, but the sometimes more tricky matter of getting the right seating partner; a sofa. But with so much to consider, from size through to shape and colour, never mind sorting through a seemingly endless array of ranges, finding the perfect match for you and your home can be daunting. People often go to enormous lengths choosing a sofa, not just because this is a costly item, but also because it’s the most important piece of furniture in a living room. It can literally make or break the look of a setting. A lot of life happens on a sofa, so it’s worth taking time to find ‘the one’. Follow the experts’ tips for a seat-match made in heaven... GET THE MEASURE I’m a fan of sofas which are big enough to lounge around on and super comfy, with deeper seat cushions than average, so they’re inviting to curl up on. Top Tips: Measure your room before shopping, so you choose a sofa to fit the space and scale of the room. When you have one in mind, make a paper template of it and lay it out in the room to help you visualise the reality of its size, as display sofas always look smaller in large showrooms. Ensure it will fit, especially if there are awkward stairs or narrow doorways, although bolt-on arms or removable legs are solutions if space is tight. Style Guide: Leather sofas are a big trend, as they’re durable and practical and easy to clean. CHECK OUT PATTERN Don’t be afraid to be adventurous and really push the boundaries when it comes to choosing seating - it’s outdated to pick a matching sofa, armchair and footstool. Create an eclectic, customised look by mixing colours and patterns, so a sofa upholstered in a plain fabric could be paired with a leather armchair, or a patterned footstool. 2 0 0 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

Top Tips: Don’t be led purely by design. Comfort is key, so try out a few before you decide. For instance, deep-seated sofas can be uncomfortable for short people, while those who love a squashy sofa for snoozing and sprawling will struggle with a lean, low-backed contemporary model. Style Guide: People are becoming more adventurous in their decor, so clashing statement patterns and bold colours are starring. Pair a sofa with a bold fabric design with a plain backdrop, or if you love bold wallpapers, create a feature wall first and then match the sofa’s colour to the wall. PLUMP FOR LOVE A sofa, like a bed, is one of the few home items used daily and the centrepiece of a living area, so expect to pay from £1,000 upwards for a quality piece which will last. Top Tips: Avoid cheap versions if you opt for foam filled cushions, as they’ll flatten fast. “An element of love needs to go into a feather-filled cushion, as they require regular plumping, but we’ve minimised that by covering our duck feather cushions in a layer of foam,” she says. Style Guide: “A move away from ‘safe’ decor is allowing bolder colours and interesting textures to play a bigger role, and retro’s ultra-fashionable.” LOCATION LOCATION In large rooms, small sofas can look lost. Generally, high-backed sofas with upholstered arms dominate more and need more space around them, while a low-back slimmer sofa can be more discreet, and won’t block a view if placed in front of windows. L-shaped sofas can work well in a compact space, or act as room-dividers in an open plan area. Style Guide: Intricate fabric patterns and sofas customised with different details in piping, mixed fabrics or a choice of feet, are increasingly finding favour. While bold patterns bring a room to life, my preference is for large sofas upholstered in neutral tones or leather, which suit any decor scheme.

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Curtains Up You can instantly enhance or update a room by adding the right curtains, bringing the whole room together and creating a finished look. Deciding on the right curtains can make a dramatic difference to both the appearance and feel of a room.

efore deciding on a particular type of curtain it's worthwhile considering what you are trying to achieve in the room. Are you looking for practicality, a brand new style for your room or maybe a little of both? Are you trying to keep a room cosy in the evenings or shading a child's bedroom from early morning sunshine? Deciding on your room's requirements from the beginning will help you make the right product choice - ensuring you get the most from your window furnishing. Do you want the

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window dressing to be the focus of the room by injecting colour? Or do you need the solution to be more neutral so you can change your furniture without having to replace the curtains? Looking at the appearance and size of your window is a great way to decide on the most suitable type curtain. Curtains are great for Decorative flair - sumptuous full-length curtains made from one of a range of luxurious fabrics adds the finishing touch to furnishing any room. Protecting upholstery - voiles and curtains act as a great way to protect soft furnishings from exposure to direct sunlight, helping minimise the risk of sun fade on delicate materials. Keeping the room warm - drawing curtains can help eliminate draughts and wasted heat, helping to reducing fuel costs and being more energy efficient. There are a variety of curtain headings to choose from, depending on the dĂŠcor, theme and type of window in your home pencil pleat curtains, tab top curtains, chrome ring top and slot top. You could

also add in drapes for a more dramatic look, ideal for larger rooms. Lined or unlined? Which are best for you? Again you need to decide the needs of every room and window. Lined curtains are great for: Insulation - closed curtains help keep out draughts whilst trapping heat in the room. Protection - lined curtains give an added level of resistance against strong sunlight that may contribute to material deterioration over time. Hanging - lined curtains add extra weight which allows them to hang better. Unlined curtains are great for: Low maintenance - unlined curtains can be washed at home with no need for dry cleaning Keeping a room cool - underlined curtains allow air to pass through easily - ideal for keeping temperatures lower in the summer. Achieving a lighter look - unlined curtains allow more light into the room giving a lighter look that works best in smaller spaces. Caring for your curtains Remember to remove all curtain accessories such as holdbacks and hooks before cleaning your curtains. Avoid machine washing curtains at high temperatures or for longer than necessary. Lined curtains need to be dry cleaned. Voiles should be hand washed in lukewarm water and left to drip dry.

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established 20 years ago as the retail department of Chelsea Fabrics wholesale company. Together with expertise second to none the selection of top quality fabrics is probably one of the largest in London, but at prices substantially lower then places like Kings Road or Chelsea Harbour. The company offers a complete and comprehensive service from visiting clients homes or offices ,measuring up (free estimates) advising and installing the

most suitable curtain tracks or poles and making up the curtains or blinds (Roman blinds are a particular speciality) and then fitting the finished article. Rush jobs are another speciality! Easy to get to, just 5 minutes walk from West Kensington, West Brompton Road or Fulham Broadway tube stations, pay & display parking in adjacent side roads, or public car park in Lillie Road, 5 minutes away. If you’re thinking of new curtains or blinds, Chelsea Fabrics Curtain Fabric Factory is more than worth a visit. THE DETAILS For more information about Chelsea Fabrics, 236 North End Road, Fulham W14 9NU call 0207 386 0008 or email cfpolytrad@aol.com www.curtainfabricfactory.co.uk

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Blinds, Shutters and Shades Windows are a great focal point in a room and blinds, shutters and shades should be both decorative and functional. But with so many styles to choose from, finding the right one for your needs isn’t always an open-and-shut deal. HERE’S WHAT TO CONSIDER… Decide whether you want your room bright and airy or more “buttoned up” and cosy. Do you want to block out light in the bedroom or hang a sheer fabric in your kitchen that lets the sun shine in? Are the windows you’re covering near the front door or facing the sunny side of the house? All of these factors will influence the styles and fabrics you choose. BLINDS Blinds are best if you want tiltable slats that can be adjusted to let the sun shine in (or not). They offer a handsome, clean-looking custom fit and plenty of privacy. Prices for blinds generally climb in this order: vinyl, aluminum, faux wood (or textured vinyl) and wood. Insulating blinds help conserve energy and filter or block light, so they work hard for your money. Wider horizontal slats create the illusion of bigger windows and more space in apartments and small rooms. Vertical blinds work for windows that are wider than they are tall. They’re an ideal pick for picture windows with a sweeping view or across sliding glass doors. Blinds generally require more of a commitment to keep clean, because the slats attract dust and grime. SHUTTERS Shutters provide a chic and stylish alternative to blinds, and are a cost-effective way to completely update the look and feel of a room. They are more hygienic too as they simply wipe clean and don’t absorb the dust. 2 0 6 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

There are three types of shutters: plantation, solid and café style. Most people go for the plantation style, which have slats (also known as louvers) that rotate open and closed to control light levels. Solid shutters are ideal for those wanting to create a more traditional look, and are designed to be folded back during the day and closed at night. Café style shutters are popular in restaurants and cafes, hence the name - with this style, the shutters normally cover just the bottom half of the window. With tier-on-tier shutters, there are two sets of shutters, one above the other. You can open each set individually, which gives you more flexibility and more light control. These are ideal if you have larger bay windows. SHADES Shades are the answer if you’re looking for versatility and style. They provide more ways to create different looks and moods using texture, pattern, and fabric weight. Woven wood (such as bamboo) offers full, natural-looking coverage, working well in conservatories where you may need to filter out the sun to read the newspaper or see your iPad screen. Roman shades have soft, wide pleats that fold flat when raised by a cord. These are lovely for the dining or living room. Balloon, where the fabric is gathered into billowy poufs make a high-style statement and are a dressy touch. Blackout, with a room-darkening fabric, block out up to 100% of light and ideal for bedrooms and home cinemas. Solar are made from a sheer weave that offers protection from harmful UV rays but don’t completely block your view. They are great for kids’ rooms, dining areas, and light-drenched offices. To keep them fresh and clean, you’ll need to hand-wash vinyl shades. Fabric shades should be vacuumed regularly and either spot-cleaned or sent out for professional cleaning.

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Country style’s surely one of the most timeless, adaptable and family-friendly looks around, with its emphasis on comfort and informality. Even if you don’t live in a cottage adorned with roses, a stately home or a cabin set in the woods, you can still embrace rustic chic.

ell-loved furniture (a distressed finish is an asset), natural materials and interesting textures are vital ingredients. Then all that’s needed is a little flair to choose a look which perfectly suits your rooms. By using a selective colour palette of soft neutrals, mixed with darker, woodland greens and river blues, you can create a stunning country lodge-style that’s luxurious and homely in equal measure. Play around with different looks and enjoy a pastoral scene no matter the view outside.” BLOOMING COUNTRY Nature’s palette and floral designs are the classic decor choice and will create a fresh, colourful interior that brings the outdoors in. Florals and toiles can look decorative and feminine set against white-washed walls, or will soften a slightly more macho scheme featuring exposed brick work and wooden beams. There’s no end to the versatility of country, which is why it’s endlessly popular and one of the easiest and most affordable schemes to create. An Aga’s surely an essential for a traditional country cottage and a light pink Rose shade has now been added to colour choices for the iconic range cooker, which starts from £4,995. VINTAGE COUNTRY Play with texture, scale and well-worn finishes for a look which is relaxed and eclectic. The country aesthetic can be achieved in many different ways - mixing different textures and materials helps create a subtle layered look. For a more traditional style, opt for a pattern and play around with dimensions and different layouts to inject a modern twist. Floral and encaustic designs work perfectly with French-style wooden furniture with a distressed finish. Opt for a natural palette of shades, ranging from soft browns to mustards and creams. Terracotta tiles could look stunning on a feature wall or in a rustic kitchen. NEW COUNTRY This fresh reinvention of country conjures a calm, uncluttered, refined atmosphere, allowing beautifully-crafted furniture and possessions to star. New country makes a historical style statement which is quintessentially British. There’s a comfortable confidence about this look that makes it easy to live with and, because there’s no rigidity or rules for this interpretation, there’s the freedom to mix old with new, and contrast tradition with innovation. It’s a nod to tradition, yet gracefully chic, so you can celebrate our cultural heritage happy in the knowledge that your rooms will look bang up-to-date. Tongue and groove panelling or walls painted in soft stone or cream shades are a perfect soothing backdrop. 2 0 8 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

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Stylish interiors

...that are here to stay BY GABRIELLE FAGAN

Decoristas get as much pleasure from beautifully designed interiors as fashionistas get from clothes, but even the most devoted don’t want to be such dedicated followers of trends that it means redecorating every season.

hankfully, a little insider knowledge goes a long way and savvy home bunnies know the styles that won’t have a short shelf-life, because their good looks and design credentials will ensure enduring appeal. Plus, some looks are versatile enough to allow for fresh interpretations, which can easily breathe new life into them. Reprise last year’s favourites that are set to make their mark again in 2016. GLADLY GREY Those of us reduced to a ‘rabbit-in-the-headlights’ standstill when confronted by colour charts hailed the passion for grey as a blessed relief. This is surely a ‘Mr Right’ palette - easy-on-the eye, versatile, and grey can be mean and moody or feminine and delicate, depending on the shade you choose. It’s also the perfect foil for a multitude of other colours, so I predict this colour is ‘a keeper’, and our love affair with grey will continue for a long time to come. BRING ON BLING It’s confession time... I’m an interiors magpie and can’t resist something shiny and glittery, so I was utterly delighted by the copper craze, and in 2016 will be following the metal trail to gold. There should be a ‘handle with care’

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label on metallics however, as overdosing on them can all too easily tip a setting into tacky territory, but with a careful ‘less is more’ approach, they’re guaranteed to inject glamour and interest. Go full-on with metallic-finish tiles, a high-end choice for kitchens and bathrooms, or simply confine burnished metal to glittering accessories. MONOCHROME MAGIC Classic, timeless black and white never goes out of fashion, and just as a wardrobe should have at least one little black dress, in my book, every home can benefit from one room decorated in monochrome. It’s a style that’s surprised even the interiors experts with its enduring popularity over the last few years - but not its fans, already well aware of how versatile it is. For life on the really dark side, you can opt for drama - a black feature wall or ceiling - or my choice; white walls and black paintwork, complemented by black framed photographic prints. Leave it minimal or dress it up with simple ‘home jewellery’, like colourful cushions and lamps. Frankly, what’s not to like? RUNNING WILD My votes for last year’s fun, achievable looks went to ‘country lodge’ think hunting, shooting, fishing, with wood panelling and stag heads - and its wilder cousin, frontier decor, evoking the Wild West in prairie chic, fur throws, buffalo heads and tribal prints. Nature will still rule in 2016 but looking forward, my advice is: step away from the squirrels and cute creatures! A more formal botanical look’s coming through, which is less cosy and more sophisticated, and those deer heads should be funky and colourful and a little less like true hunting trophies. Alternatively, embrace a luxury lodge look; natural materials from stone to wood and layered faux furs - more grand mountain retreat than cowboy shack.

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Grey's anatomy BY GABRIELLE FAGAN

Once upon a time, magnolia ruled in homes. The warm peachy shade was for years apparently the only choice for walls - until out of the shadows came grey.

t's an interior designer's murder mystery - did grey kill magnolia?" teases Kate Watson-Smyth, whose new book, Shades Of Grey, focuses on the power of a grey palette and explains in crystal clear fashion, spiced with a liberal dash of humour, how to use it stylishly. Fresh, modern and easy to match to other colours, it's perhaps hardly surprising that elegant, sophisticated grey is currently regarded as the perfect neutral. There's only one snag - deciding which shade to choose. As if the names for shades weren't baffling enough - take these, 'Elephant's Breath' is actually mid-grey, 'Blackened' is actually pale blue, bestselling 'Down Pipe' is dark grey while 'Clooney' (named after George, natch) is a bluey grey - the number on offer can induce paint chart paralysis. Fifty shades? Forget it Dulux recently expanded its range and now offers a mind-boggling 557 greys. "Grey's one of the hardest colours to get right when it comes to decorating your home. Get it wrong and the effect can be cold and energy-sapping, but if it's right it will look ultra-chic and modern, so although it takes a bit of mastering, it's well worth it," says Watson-Smyth. "To find the best shade, you need to consider a few key things, including which direction your room faces, the prevailing weather and the actual shade you like! Hopefully, by understanding grey, you'll be spared from buying a million sample pots, having walls daubed with confusing splashes of paint, or painting a whole room in the wrong shade and finding it resembles a prison cell! I've done it myself in my kitchen and had to repaint it. Just be warned, once you've gone grey, you'll be hooked." MAKING GREY WORK Grey's enduring popularity over the last decade is partly down to the cold, clear Northern light we enjoy in this country - put simply, grey just

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looks good here - but always evaluate how much natural light a room gets and the direction it comes from. "For a small and dark north-facing room, don't fight the space by painting it a pale colour," says Watson-Smyth. "Instead, embrace its cosiness. Pick a strong shade of grey - as near to black as you dare - and use on every wall. The warm light of a south-facing room allows you more freedom of choice - pale greys can work as well as dark ones. East and westfacing rooms can be tricky, as the light will change from warm to cold as the sun moves across the sky. The secret is to look for a shade which will warm the cool and tone down the warm. For east-facing rooms, try greys with a blue or green base." A shade to consider, she suggests, is Little Greene's French Grey, a warm pale grey which won't dominate or darken a space. Absolute matt emulsion, £19.25 for 1L (www.littlegreene.com). EXPERT VIEW "I started by painting one alcove in my house grey - it's a good way to experiment with a shade - and then fell in love with the colour and painted the whole house in dark grey. It's the best interiors move I ever made," enthuses interior designer Abigail Ahern. “To be safe, buy a sample pot and apply a generous amount in various places in a room, to see how the colour alters at different times of the day.” GREY MATTERS Always consider the effect that your existing furniture, textiles and flooring may have on a paint shade - no grey is ever seen in isolation. "Grey goes with all the other colours on the wheel, so you could throw in some pink until you feel like a change, and then maybe swap it for orange or yellow. It's probably more affordable to swap the accessories than the wall colour," suggests Watson-Smyth. "Be aware, though, that light will bounce off a bright pink sofa and turn walls slightly violet. Modern LEDs often throw out light with a blueish tinge, which will add to the pink purple effect. If you're concerned a room may look too plain painted all grey, use a textured wallpaper as a base to add interest. Skirting boards and radiators painted the same grey as walls will open up and enhance a space and painting a ceiling a paler shade of the wall colour, rather than white, can also be effective."

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BATHROOM

FLOORING IDEAS Choosing the right flooring for your bathroom is a decision that shouldn’t be rushed. Whatever floor you choose will have to withstand humid and wet conditions and plenty of wear and tear. Avoid rot and warping by choosing flooring that is durable and suitable for use in a bathroom.

efore you make the leap and choose the floor for you, get a few samples to take home and try out to make sure you’re 100% happy with your decision. Consider design, texture and material when choosing your bathroom flooring, and you can transform a dated space into a stylish room with character.

STONE Stone or slate is ideal for creating a natural, sophisticated look, like that of a health spa or luxury hotel. Unless you can afford underfloor heating, these materials can be cold underfoot in the winter. Different types of stone you could choose from are limestone, granite, or slate. Limestone is light in colour, making it ideal for smaller rooms. It is porous so needs to be sealed to avoid staining. Slate and granite are both dark in colour and naturally resistant to water. RUBBER FLOORING Rubber is hardwearing, easy to clean, comfortable underfoot and available in a variety of colours. If you have a modern architectural bathroom suite, rubber is an ideal surface to complement this, creating an industrial, arty look. You can buy textured rubber with studs or other patterns which offers better grip, making it safer for wet feet. Beware of any texture with grooves, though, as this will trap the dirt. VINYL TILES Like rubber, vinyl is hardwearing and very easy to keep clean which is why it is also a popular choice. Available in a wide range of colours, patterns and effects, vinyl is a flexible option that can work with any colour scheme. Vinyl floors do not get cold, but they do need to be laid on an even surface. CERAMIC TILES Ceramic or porcelain tiles are one of the most flexible options for bathrooms as there is such a great choice of colours and sizes. They are stain resistant and hardwearing but, like stone, they can be cold in winter. Salvaged antique 2 1 4 O C TO B E R 2 0 1 6

tiles are perfect if you have a period bathroom design with an old-fashioned tub. LINO Surprisingly, linoleum is made almost entirely from natural ingredients - wood, flour, pine resin, linseed oil and natural pigment. It is easily cleaned, not cold underfoot and, despite its reputation as being a bit dated, is available in a fantastic range of contemporary designs. You need to ensure that you have a completely flat floor surface and be careful to avoid tearing it. MOSAIC Moroccan style is extremely popular and there are some great ways to incorporate elements into your bathroom. If you want to go further than a few decorative Moroccan lanterns, try mosaic tiles. Sheets of small mosaic tiles can be bought from most tile stores or you could even use tile fragments to give you more flexibility with the design. IS IT PRACTICAL TO LAY WOODEN FLOORING? There’s a lot of conflicting advice about the suitability of real wood flooring in a bathroom. The main thing to consider is the use of the space. In a family bathroom, where there’s going to be a lot of splashing and water on the floor, wood might need a lot of maintenance and upkeep. In an en-suite, where it will only be used by careful adults, it will last much longer. “If you lay very hard wood, such as teak or iroko, you don’t have to worry so much,’ says Hannah Withington, Senior Designer at Ripples. ‘These have been used to build ships for centuries and they are the best for a wet environment. I would always advise installing a tanking system before any kind of wood flooring is laid in a bathroom, to create a watertight floor. Protective varnishes are paramount; they don’t just protect from water, but also from any other chemicals that could affect the wood. Alternatively, there are some great porcelain tiles that look like real wood, but don’t need aftercare.’

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