Sandbanks Life January 2023

SANDBANKS LIFE

BBC GARDENERS’ WORLD SPRING FAIR

Nestled away in the heart of Ashley Cross, Baron and Baron Architects have a small and cosy design space, surrounded by other creatives studios. The practice has been commissioned on a diverse range of work in the short time they have been independently established. They are steadily building a reputation for delivering innovative design and high-end technical packages for the luxury housing market. With the beautiful Sandbanks shoreline and Purbeck coast on the doorstep, their designs are inherently site-responsive to the coastal settings around us.

Welcome to Velsheda. Unrivalled Sandbanks waterfront living, arguably one of the finest stretches the area has to offer. With sleek and contemporary living quarters throughout, this spacious freehold property offers over 4800 sq ft, direct access to the water and a short walk to the award-winning sandy Sandbanks beach.

Launched last September, Dorset Tea’s first Loose Leaf Tea marked the brand’s most luxurious label yet. The brand-new Loose Leaf Black Tea is designed to be as luxurious as a lazy summer’s day on Sandbanks Beach, transporting consumers to this famed Dorset setting with every sip.

Do you want to create the ultimate home theatre in your home? Dawsons Bang & Olufsen will show you what makes the ultimate home theatre and what makes a dual purpose media/family room.

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15 JANUARY THE SUNCLIFF HOTEL WEDDING OPEN DAY

Showcasing our stunning modern refurbished Atlantic Suite, The Overcliff Venue for that rustic pub themed wedding and our contemporary Sunrise Suite for smaller ceremonies. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Fizz or a bottle of lager. All weddings offer incredible food, unrivalled service and tailor-made packages to suit all budgets. Meet our friendly wedding planners and venue styling specialists to discuss your dream day.

The Suncliff Hotel, 29 East Overcliff Drive, Bournemouth, BH1 3AG

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21 JANUARY GRANGE CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENT MENDELSSOHN’S GLORIOUS ORATORIO ELIJAH

Under the direction of Simon Earl, Director of Music at the Priory, the choir, orchestra and soloists bring the Biblical story of the prophet Elijah to life.

The large choir, superb orchestra and eloquent soloists demonstrate Mendelssohn’s gift for melody and theatrics with soaring passages and stirring choruses mixed with tender meditative moments.

The unique atmosphere and spacious acoustic make the Christchurch Priory an ideal place to enjoy this majestic work of art.

Christchurch Priory, Quay Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 1BU

UNTIL 15 JANUARY

Keeping It Small

Four mosaic artists from the South West have come together to exhibit 48 miniature mosaics they have created especially for Lyme Regis Museum’s Rotunda Gallery. Alison Hepburn, Manya McMahon, Allan Punton, and Janet Ventre are the artists involve. The artists have created these pieces using the same small size for their compositions, but the inspirations and thus the results are very different.

The Rotunda Gallery, Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge St, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3QA

18 JANUARY - 5 MARCH

Portraits of Golden Cap

Local artist Edward Hall draws his inspiration from the dramatic coastal and inland landscapes of Dorset’s Jurassic Coast. At Lyme Regis Museum’s Rotunda Gallery from 18 January until 5 March, his latest exhibition, ‘Portraits of Golden Cap’, explores the iconic form and setting of this highest point on the south coast. Hall’s formative years in rural Essex and Cumbria nurtured his love of the outdoors and a lifelong passion to explore and interpret the landscapes around him through painting. After a busy career as a chartered landscape architect that left little time for painting, he made a recent lifestyle change that resulted in a move to West Dorset.

The Rotunda Gallery, Lyme Regis Museum, Bridge St, Lyme Regis, Dorset DT7 3QA

EVERY MONDAY JOIN OUR CHOIR IN POOLE FOR A FREE TASTER SESSION

Start the new year with a new hobby! If you are wanting to join a choir you’ll find a happy place with us in the Poole Rock Choir. If you find yourself racing through the week with no time for yourself, or struggling to meet new people in Dorset, then joining your local social singing group could be perfect for you. With our unique, no-pressure approach to teaching and fun, uplifting arrangements of your favorite hit songs Stacey will guide you through your weekly dose of music, fun and laughter.

Main Hall, St Edwards RC/CE VA School, Dale Valley Road, Poole, Dorset BH15 3HY

UNTIL 5 MARCH

LLUMINATE

at The Blue Pool

Begin the New Year with a spectacular evening of illuminations and music, take time to reflect in the peaceful tranquillity of The Blue Pool at night. Over 1km of professionally staged illuminations, lighting the meandering woodland trails. Glimpse the beautiful deep waters of the Pool and the ancient woodland. Thursdays-Sundays. The Blue Pool, Furzebrook Road, Dorset BH20 5AR

17-21 FEBRUARY

LAWSBROOK - OPEN

GARDEN FOR NGS

Garden has over 130 different tree species spread over 6 acres. Native species and many unusual specimens inc Dawn redwood, Damyio oak and Wollemi pine. Extensive snowdrop display in Feb. You can be assured of a relaxed and friendly day out, with guided tour included if desired. Admission £4, Children free. Light refreshments. Homemade cakes, tea, coffee, juices.. Open for charity.

Lawsbrook, Shillingstone, Dorset DT11 0TE

EVERY DAY POOLE MUSEUM

Poole Museum gives you and the kids a great opportunity to discover the colourful history of this ancient port town and the people who lived there. The recently extended museum has four floors of archaeology, art and social history, with plenty of activities for all, to teach you about the amazing environment of Poole Harbour. The museum also has a terrace that give you a stunning view of the harbour. Adults may be glad to know that as well as having lots of activities to keep the kids happy, there is also adult focused information and well chosen objects on display, especially in the section on living in Poole. So there is something for everyone, including an old steam fire engine and a bronze age boat.

4 High Street, Poole, Dorset, BH15 1BW

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26 JANUARY

RAVE ON TOUR - THE BLUEJAYS

From the emergence of Rock and Roll at Sun Records in Memphis, Tennessee to the British Invasion and beyond, this is a musical adventure you won’t want to miss. Charting the meteoric rise of Rock and Roll, Rave On is a thrilling tour through music’s most revolutionary decades. Join us for an exhilarating evening of toetapping, sing-along iconic classics, vibrant vintage costumes, colourful staging and dancing in the aisles!

Tivoli Theatre, West Borough, Wimborne Minster, Dorset BH21 1LT

11 JANUARY TALK: THE SHIPWRECKS OF LYME BAY

EVERY SATURDAY

Shambles Market

EVERY THURSDAY

Blandford Forum Indoor & Street Markets

Have a look around the indoor market with cafe, antiques, jewellery, greeting cards, crafts, and bric-a-brac. The Blandford Forum Street Market is a traditional Street Market, both are on 8am-3pm.

The Corn Exchange, Blandford Forum, Market Place, Dorset DT11 7AF

Join West Bay Discovery Centre for another of our popular Winter Talks at the Salt House, West Bay. Nigel Clarke published a “Shipwreck Guide to Dorset and South Devon”. He says “Local skippers and divers gave me access to their logs and records. The coast of Dorset and South Devon has over 350 wrecks, one of the greatest densities of shipwrecks in Europe. each wreck has a story and is now a home to all sorts of marine creatures.” The Salt House, West Bay, Bridport, Dorset DT6 4HD

Wander around this fabulous market to seek out antiques and collectables, crafts, books, CDs, DVDs, toys and jewellery. From 8am - 4pm. The Corn Exchange, Blandford Forum, Market Place, Dorset DT11 7AF

BBC GARDENERS’ WORLD SPRING FAIR

28 – 30 April, Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire

Marking the start of the 2023 gardening season with its brighter days, bulbs, buds and blossom is the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair at Beaulieu. The Spring Fair will take place from 28 - 30 April with a focus on seasonal plants, fresh ideas and preparations for the gardening year ahead.

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Advance tickets from £15, concessions £14, children £8.50, under 5s free. Transaction fee applies. Readers of Sandbanks magazine can quote SAND for 10% off 9.30am and 11.30am entry tickets booked by 31 March.* Find out more and book tickets at bbcgardenersworldfair.com

*Offer valid on standard Adult/Concession 9.30am and 11.30am entry tickets only. Not valid on 1.30pm tickets, added extras, or with any other offer. Valid until 23:59pm on 31 March 2023. Transaction fee applies. Details correct at time of print.

Highlights include the BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Stage where special guests including Frances Tophill and Adam Frost will join the Magazine editors to share essential, practical and topical advice for ‘what to do now’ in the garden in informal, drop-in talks.

Headline partner, Hillier, will present a stunning walk-through ‘secret garden’ feature along with one-to-one advice and large retail area. The shopping doesn’t stop there as there’ll also be nurseries and specialists selling quality plants, as well as exhibitors selling gardening tools, kit and accessories.

New for 2023, horticultural students from Kingston Maurward College, Merrist Wood College and

presentday odes to a Victorian garden, mentored by award winning garden designer Cherry Carmen, who’s accolades include a Gold Award at BBC Gardeners’ World Live. The design and planting inspiration continues in the Showcase Gardens, and the Beautiful Borders with a ‘My Garden Escape’ theme for 2023.

Visitors to the Spring Fair can book a range of added extras, including Plant Expert Tours of Beaulieu’s Victorian walled gardens, Floral Crown workshops with the Hampshire NAFAS group and Oyster Mushroom Growing workshops with the expert Caley Brothers. There’ll also be delicious food and drink at the BBC Good Food Market, live entertainment at the Bandstand and a variety of independent street food sellers.

Visitors to the Spring Fair can enjoy a full day out with access to Beaulieu’s attractions, including Palace House, the National Motor Museum and the Monorail.

Cannington Campus (Bridgwater and Taunton College) will create three

UNDERSTANDING SAKE AT ART SUSHI

The process

Sake is the traditional drink of Japan made by fermenting rice, water, yeast and Koji. It start with the rice harvest in Autumn, before being polished, washed and soaked in order to get ride of impuritities. One of the most exciting thing about this beverage, is the unique multiple parallel fermentation process which is a complex and very delicate operation to complete it. This special process begins when the starches are transformed into sugar and the sugar is converted into alcohol. It is this unique process which create the extraordinary and complex tastes & aromas. The best season to brew “Jizake” (small production) is in the winter, as the cold help to control the fermentation processes.

How to drink

Choosing the right vessel to enjoy sake is part of the experience. Traditionally the beautiful ceramic Ochoko cups are used to drink sake, sake is poured from a Tokkuri (flask) as part of the service etiquette in Japan. We entered a new level of enjoyment with the use of fine wine glasses; a more subtle appreciation of aromas and textures, especially for the more aromatic sakes.

Cold or Warm

The Pairing

Sake can be a beverage with a light to of rich texture, and aromas ranging from light herbal notes to suave tropical fruits and complex aromas, the ABV is closer to wine, which makes it very interesting to create unique food pairings, not only Japan’s food, which is the natural pairing, but also a lot of delicious occidental dishes are pairing very well with sake. It should be all about finding the perfect balance between the aromas, the textures and the flavours. Sake cleans the palate and also has an extraordinary aptitude as an Umami expander or a softener of strong flavours. Most importantly, it complements a wide arrays of food, naturally.

The media challenge: If you found this article interesting, please take a picture and post it on Instagram, mention us @artsushi_uk and come to share a complimentary glass of sake!

Kanpai!

A key factor is the service temperature, which plays a more important role than with wine, as sake is versatile and the range of temperatures varies from 5C° to over 50C°, and the same sake served at various temperatures, can give you a totally different perception. Normally we would serve the more aromatic types cold or chambrée and the Futsuu, Junmai or Honjoso, can also be served warmer enhancing the umami and sweetness that might be unnoticeable when served colder.

By Mauro Guasti, Italian Sommelier at Art Sushi, and Jean-Louis Naveilhan, Head of Education at the SAKE SOMMELIER ASSOCIATION.

START 1. From the car park walk up Beach Road. At the top turn left between the toilet block and the village pond. Take the narrow snowdrop path at the top of the green. It will take you past an ancient pear tree and the remains of an old stone cottage, before bringing you out in front of Studland Stores.

2: Cross the main road and continue along Heath Green Road. Note the orchards on your left, the apples from which go towards making our delicious Old Volunteer Cider (available from the Knoll Beach café). Turn right down Agglestone Road and follow the track up behind the houses. As you reach the end of the track, keep your eyes peeled for Dartford warblers and stonechats.

3: The kissing gate at the end of the track brings you onto Godlingston Heath. Follow the path uphill onto Black Down Mound, where you will be rewarded with wonderful views to your right across the heath to the coastline, with the impressive Agglestone in the middle distance.

4: Continue along the ridge and, when you meet the gravel track, turn right. At the crossroads, turn right and follow the path down to the Agglestone. From here you can see Little Sea in the distance: an acidic freshwater lake that was cut off from the sea around 100 years ago.

5: Take the path that leads down the slope on the other side of the Agglestone and follow the path through the mire. This wet heath is an important habitat for sundews, bog orchids and bog asphodels. Look out for dragonflies and damselflies. Where the path forks, turn right heading towards the trees.

6: Turn right at the next junction, heading into the woodland. Then turn right again over the bridge and

START & END

Middle Beach car park, Studland, Dorset BH19 3AX

ROUTE DETAILS

DIFFICULTY: Easy

TIME: 1 hour 30 mins

DISTANCE: 3 miles (4.8 km)

MAP: SZ036829

continue through the bridle gate. Just after Wadmore Farm House, you will see an old brick kiln on your right.

7: After passing the kiln, take the footpath on your right. It is immediately after, and runs adjacent to, the bridleway. At the next junction, follow the footpath round to the left. As the track widens, keep to the right and continue along the footpath in front of you until you reach Heath Green Road. Turn left and follow the road back towards Studland Stores.

END 8: Cross the main road and follow the snowdrop path then Beach Road back to your starting point.

THIS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: FROSTY MORNING AT AGGLESTONE, STUDLAND BAY, DORSET ©NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/JOHN BISH; DARTFORD WARBLER (SYLVIA UNDATA) ON YELLOW GORSE WITH HEATH MOTH IN ITS BEAK AT IBSLEY COMMON, NEW FOREST, HAMPSHIRE ©NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/MARTIN BENNETT; SAND LIZARD (LACERTA AGILIS) AT STUDLAND, DORSET ©NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/ROSS HODDINOTT; AGGLESTONE ROCK AT STUDLAND BAY, DORSET ©NATIONAL TRUST IMAGES/JON BISH

For more information on the National Trust and their breath taking walks, please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk

EXCELLENT INSPECTION RESULTS

The Head of Yarrells School and Nursery, Sally Moulton, is absolutely delighted with the outcomes of their recent inspection report. The school achieved the highest possible results and was recognised as providing excellent education in all 16 areas of educational quality and pupils’ personal development.

She said: “I adore leading Yarrells and have always known it is a gem. I am passionate about providing the best possible education for young people where they have the opportunity to learn in a wide range of subjects, including meaningful learning experiences in sport, music, the creative and performing arts.

“I believe children need a protected space in which they can learn about themselves, can grow in self-expression and self-confidence, can explore the world imaginatively and creatively as well as gain deep knowledge and understanding in academic subjects. I have always believed it is possible to create an excellent educational environment that meets the needs of all abilities, is broad and rich in its curriculum base and doesn’t compromise on quality.

“We have an enviable academic reputation, with the pass rate for 11+ entry sitting at 95% in 2022, but it’s not just about results for

us – far from it. For us, it’s about the individual and building a relationship with them: finding out what makes each child unique, what they need to thrive and then ensuring we provide that. It is a statement of fact that every child at Yarrells makes excellent educational progress against their starting points.

“I will happily shout from the roof-tops that education should not be a ‘one-size fits all’ programme, and at Yarrells, we tailor our curriculum to meet the needs of each child. To have received the external validation from the Independent Schools Inspectorate that we do this excellently, in every area of education, confirms to me that we have been successful in creating this vitally important environment in which children flourish under our care.

“Yarrells is truly special and has a deep hold on my heart. I am very excited about where the next five years will take us and am completely committed to leading the school on that journey.” yarrells.co.uk

IT’S A FAMILY AFFAIR...

When you walk through the vast and impressive door at Clayesmore, there could not be a warmer welcome. This Dorset-based independent boarding and day school is well known for its outstanding pastoral care and community spirit. Whether in the prep school or the senior school, the focus is on cultivating a warm, friendly and kind culture in all its pupils. Senior students take an active role as mentors and guides to the younger students; particularly in the boarding environment.

Being a relatively small school, everyone is known as an individual. The nurturing environment in the prep boarding house, and the supportive environment in the five senior boarding houses creates a real family feel. Houseparents, their assistants and matrons are dedicated to the pupils’ wellbeing and keeping balance and focus to the pupils’ days. House

staff understand that children can go through ups and downs with friends, schoolwork, home life and just the trials and tribulations of growing up. Their extensive experience allows them to support pupils in every challenge they may face

Whilst the ethos of the school is rooted in kindness, warmth and friendliness, it is no less rigorous in its academic or competitive ambitions. Almost all those applying to university last year were awarded their first choice destination and the breadth of courses and universities students have accepted is impressive - showing real evidence of a school which supports the individual and helps them achieve their goals. Clayesmore has a forthcoming Open Morning on 25 February 2023, and you are warmly invited to visit, hear from the Head and to be toured by pupils to get a real feel for school life. Register today clayesmore.com/admissions/ open-mornings. Learn more about this happy school: clayesmore.com

‘A superb school with a big heart’

– Current parent

PASSPORT TO JAPAN

At this time of year, when we are all seduced by the turquoise seas of the advertisements for foreign holidays, it is fascinating to consider the extraordinary travel and tourism exploits of Bournemouth hoteliers, Annie and Merton Russell-Cotes over a hundred years ago. They visited over 40 countries and travelled to every continent. Steam ships, railways and guidebooks were opening up the world to the Victorian middle classes as never before. Indeed, travel agent Thomas Cook offered his first trip from Leicester to Loughborough in 1841 and by 1872 was taking a small group on a world tour covering 25,000 miles in 8 months at a cost of 200 guineas (£10,000). Merton and Annie were obviously a cut-above package tours and travelled independently, rather looking down on the ‘Cook’s party of over 80’ they met in St Petersburg in 1898.

Their biggest adventure was in November 1884, when they set off from Plymouth on a round-the-world trip that took them to Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, Hawaii, America, Japan, China, India, Egypt and finally back home after 18 months. Annie wrote a book about her travels, ‘Westward from the Golden Gate’, in which she vividly describes the highlight of the trip - their 7 week stay in Japan.

Japan had been a feudal state, isolated from the rest of the world for several hundred years, but with the restoration of the Emperor Meiji in 1868 was going through a period of rapid modernisation. Japan held huge fascination for the West and Annie and Merton arrived at a pivotal moment in its history and were spellbound. They visited the famous sites, we might visit today, including Tokyo, Nikko, Kamakura, Kyoto and Nagasaki.

Tourism was in its infancy, but the couple managed to utilize the new railways and stay in ‘westernstyle hotels’ serving corned beef and apple pie. But they also embraced the experience and travelled by

THE DETAILS

(0)1202 128000 russellcotes.com

Open 10am-5pm, TuesdaySunday. Admission £8.50 for adults and senior citizens. East Cliff Promenade, Bournemouth, BH1 3AA

‘kago’, ‘a kind of basket made of wickerwork, slung from a rough pole, and carried on the shoulders of two men’ and stayed in a traditional inn ‘to get a thorough insight into the ways and customs of the people’.

Annie wrote ‘We had our dinner squatting on the floor… the flavours of the dishes were strange and new to our uninitiated tastes’. Indeed, she feared she ‘could never get to like’ Japanese green tea.

Annie and Merton were established collectors of fine art with which they had filled their hotel - the Royal Bath –to attract high-class visitors to the resort. In Japan they were overwhelmed by the quality and beauty of the crafts and ‘were besieged by curio dealers’ eager to sell to them. Typical of their time, they were as eager to buy. According to Merton, they sent back to Bournemouth ‘over one hundred packing cases… filled with curios’.

They collected whatever caught their eye and the collection provides a unique insight into their interests and enthusiasms. It is also wonderfully idiosyncratic and personal including samurai armour and Buddhist shrines alongside throwaway chopsticks and their bamboo slippers ‘stolen’ from the hotel bedroom!

When back in Bournemouth, Annie and Merton put their acquisitions on display in the Japanese Drawing Room of the Royal Bath and distinguished guests would be invited to visit. When they built East Cliff Hall as their home and then donated it as the Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum, they created the Mikado’s Room to display their collection. The museum opened formally in 1922 and today you can still see this unique Japanese collection as Annie and Merton envisaged.

A SUCCESSFUL YEAR FOR LOCAL PRINT AND SIGNAGE COMPANY BCP MEDIA GROUP

Parkstone-based print and signage company BCP Media Group have had their most successful year to date, with almost 25% growth compared to the previous year! The company has continued to expand through considerable investment in both the latest technology and by increasing their highly skilled team.

The popular print company are trusted by many local businesses in the area such as AFC Bournemouth, Fortitudo, Elegant Aesthetics, Morrish Homes and Churchill Retirement Living to name a few, providing them with a wide range of services including design, print, signage, branded merchandise and vehicle graphics.

The talented team at BCP Media Group are constantly evolving with the addition of three new cuttingedge machines this year alone to cope with the influx of new orders and clients. They also pride themselves on working with clients who want to ooze luxury with specialist print finishes such as foil, spot UV and other decorative effects, also having an eco and environmental stance too.

Recent projects include the opening of Elegant Aesthetics in Canford Cliffs with stunning new illuminated signage,

THE DETAILS

internal graphics and other print and promotional materials. The team also works closely with AFC Bournemouth manufacturing and installing each season’s new signage and graphics for internal and external marketing purposes at the Vitality Stadium. We even produced the super luxury bags for Sunseeker’s international boat shows, with foiling, embossing and de-bossing.

Visit the website for more information at bcp.co.uk

If you would like to refresh your marketing for 2023 or discuss an upcoming project, please contact one of our friendly and experienced team on 01202 717535 or email sales@bcp.co.uk

“The talented team at BCP Media Group are constantly evolving with the addition of three new cutting-edge machines this year alone to cope with the influx of new orders and clients”

Ultimate Home Theatre

Media/Family Rooms

These are multi-use spaces, where a large TV forms the centre of the experience. TV’s with sound-bars or centre channel loudspeakers installed below can also be hidden and motorised to appear on demand or, as is increasingly popular, integrated into a ‘made to measure’ media wall where all components are discretely housed.

Audio performance can be the equal of a dedicated Cinema with loudspeakers either engineered into the fabric of the building or stylishly wall mounted.

What can I watch and listen to?

You’ll be able to watch anything from regular TV, Sky, 4KTV through to Blu-Ray, Gaming and the plethora of Apps and streaming platforms, all benefiting from the immersive audio performance embedded in every broadcast standard.

Do you want to create the ultimate home theatre in your home? We show you what makes the ultimate home theatre and what makes a dual purpose & media/family room.

A dedicated home theatre is a luxury environment with a fully immersive cinema experience shown on a high resolution big screen and Dolby Atmos sound that places you in the centre of the action. Settle into a movie, take in a concert or sporting event, switch on the games console or just watch regular TV, all will be like you’ve never experienced before.

Your home theatre will likely have specialised seating, lighting, control, acoustic treatments and structural works.

Dual Purpose Rooms

Dual purpose rooms often have a concealed projection screen and projector that descends from the ceiling or other hidden recess when in use and returns to its hidden status when the system is switched off allowing the transformation to a living space with usual room decor.

Where can I build my cinema?

Practically anywhere assuming there is sufficient space to incorporate the desired screen size and seating. Garages and lofts make ideal environments for conversion as do outbuildings such as garden rooms although any reasonably sized room will work well.

Each element contributes; and it’s the sum of these parts that combine to deliver the ultimate experience!

Dawsons have pioneered home cinema since 1980’s and have designed and built dedicated home cinemas, media & dual-purpose rooms across the UK. Get in touch for a survey of your property, where they’ll recommend best use of your available space and help bring your ideas to life.

Dawsons Bang & Olufsen, 74 Poole Road, Westbourne, BH4 9DZ 01202 752000 dawsons@dawsonsav.co.uk

THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE FOR YOU AND YOUR AUDI

When it comes to taking care of your car, having a full dealer service history can help to protect its value, as well as ensuring its looked after by the experts.

Poole Audi offers a range of services to ensure that you and your Audi receive the ultimate experience. Their Audi trained technicians use the latest diagnostic tools, equipment, and genuine parts, and are also fully electric vehicle accredited. If your Audi is in need of some extra care, minor repairs can be undertaken using the on-site cosmetic repair service. Your car will even get a complimentary wash and vacuum before being returned to you.

For your convenience, complimentary Audi courtesy cars are available, and a drive-in servicing lane allows you to drop off and pick up your car away from the rain and wind. A collection and delivery service means you don’t even need to leave the house to have your Audi looked after at Poole Audi!

If you do choose to visit the showroom, Poole Audi will offer you the ultimate experience too. You can enjoy a complimentary

treatment at Schön Beauty & Relaxation, as well as free Wi-Fi and refreshments. Comfortable lounges and working spaces are available, as well as a gym if you want to stay active while you wait.

When it comes to paying, you may be pleasantly surprised at how competitive the prices are. You can even choose to split the cost of your servicing with a monthly payment service plan, or take advantage of 0% finance for a range of work.

Ultimately, when it comes to looking after your Audi, look no further than Poole Audi. To find out more, visit pooleaudi.co.uk

HENDY LAND ROVER

Hendy Group has been appointed a Special Vehicle Operations retailer for its Land Rover Christchurch dealership.

Hendy joins an elite group of retailers specialising in the very best of Land Rover.

Becoming an SVO retailer, Land Rover Christchurch can offer the ultimate example of Land Rover models and tailor them completely to your requirements and desires.

The result is a vehicle that blends luxury, capability and performance into one package that represents the best of Land Rover.

Range Rover Sport SVR

Building on Range Rover Sport’s natural thoroughbred qualities, the Range Rover Sport SVR is thrilling with everything taken to new heights. It sprints from 0-60mph in 4.3 seconds and has a top speed of 176mph, the 5.0 litre Supercharged V8 Petrol engine delivers up to 575HP and 700Nm.

Its muscular and broad-shouldered stance perfectly complements its performance and handling. The unique front bumper features larger intakes for increased airflow to the two charge air coolers, while the rear spoiler increases downforce at high speeds.

Engineered with Land Rover’s all-aluminium monocoque body shell technology, the Range Rover Sport SVR has been constructed on a strong, stiff structure, while the vehicle’s lightweight architecture directs to greater performance. Confident and composed, this vehicle simply demands to be driven.

Contact us today

If you want to explore the latest creations from Land Rover’s Special Vehicle Operations division, visit Hendy Land Rover Christchurch, located on Barrack Road in Christchurch.

We have a devoted team of accredited SV specialists to assist you with finding the dream SV vehicle for you.

At Hendy we don’t stop there – these bespoke models are extra special and therefore require specialist attention to match. Our technicians receive enhanced training to ensure your Land Rover SV receives the best possible care throughout its life. hendylandrover.co.uk

BARON + BARON ARCHITECTS

A chartered architectural practice dedicated to creating high-quality, tailored residential design.

Nestled away in the heart of Ashley Cross, they have a small and cosy design space, surrounded by other creatives studios. The practice has been commissioned on a diverse range of work in the short time they have been independently established. They are steadily building a reputation for delivering innovative design and high-end technical packages for the luxury housing market.

With the beautiful Sandbanks shoreline and Purbeck coast on

the doorstep, their designs are inherently site-responsive to the coastal settings around us. They are passionate believers that great architecture should celebrate the character an attributes of its place (and of its owners).

They work closely with private homeowners and commercial developers designing bespoke new homes, extended homes, converted homes, multi-unit developments, luxury apartments and a whole lot more…

WE ARE A PASSIONATE, CREATIVE + CLIENT-FOCUSED RIBA CHARTERED PRACTICE ON THE SOUTH COAST

They offer full architectural services across the RIBA stages, tailored to suit each client and each project.

Starting an architectural business as the Covid pandemic arrived was a challenging time for James and Rosie (whilst raising two young children!) but having spent over 15 years studying, living and working together, they know the importance of good design and the value it brings to the environment in which we live and work. Having two young children and a mischievous jack Russell rescue dog, they really do understand the functional pressures of a family home. They share a strong ethos for aspirational design, that has simplicity of form and material details, to bring a calming, coastal feel to their playful designs.

They offer full architectural services across the RIBA stages, tailored to suit each client and each project. Please get in touch to start a conversation.

THE DETAILS

baronandbaronarchitects.co.uk 01202 611445 studio@baronandbaronarchitects.co.uk

PANORAMA ROAD, Sandbanks, Poole, Dorset

Welcome to Velsheda. Unrivalled Sandbanks waterfront living, arguably one of the finest stretches the area has to offer. With sleek and contemporary living quarters throughout, this spacious freehold property offers over 4800 sq ft, direct access to the water and a short walk to the award-winning sandy Sandbanks beach. The property’s unique and secluded location is complimented by beautiful views across Poole harbour, Brownsea Island and the Isle of Purbeck.

Located on the renowned Sandbanks peninsula, this beautiful home affords an array of unique amenities and perks including an abundance of parking, via a large driveway and double garage. Side access to the irrigated waterfront garden presents a striking view of the water and direct access to the Jetty. Twinned with extensive terracing and landscaped lawn, providing the ideal entertainment setting.

The house itself is designed to efficiently utilise space and subtly draw the eye toward the phenomenal views from the different floors. On the ground floor, the sleek and spacious main entrance hall provides a perfect introduction

Concluding this serene leisure setting.

Above, a mezzanine level. Consisting of modern kitchen with high quality appliances and an abundance of cooking space. Also boasting striking harbour views. A fabulously positioned breakfast room at this floor’s rear makes excellent use of the morning sun.

On the first floor, two en-suite double bedrooms afford a unique combination of size and views. With an additional fourth double bedroom, or additional office, serviced by a family bathroom. The laundry facility on this level adds further conveniency for residents and guests.

The top level comprises of a beautifully laid out principal bedroom and separate gymnasium. Accommodating plenty of storage with builtin wardrobes throughout and a central dressing area. An expanse of terracing engulfs this floor. Exploiting the stunning, uninterrupted views.

to the home. Leading through to a conveniently separated utility room where the garden can also be accessed. On the same level, a formal dining area with guest WC and cupboard, perfect for dinner parties, leads up a flight of stairs to the living room. Greeting the eye with fabulous garden and harbour views.

DORSET TEA LAUNCHES ITS FIRST PREMIUM LOOSE LEAF BLEND

INSPIRED BY A LUXURIOUS

LAZY DAY ON SANDBANKS BEACH

Launched last September, Dorset Tea’s first Loose Leaf Tea marked the brand’s most luxurious label yet. The brand-new Loose Leaf Black Tea is designed to be as luxurious as a lazy summer’s day on Sandbanks Beach, transporting consumers to this famed Dorset setting with every sip.

Offered in a Limited Edition 125g premium gold tin, the blend is inspired by the opulence of Sandbanks Peninsula. Created by Dorset-based Master blender Tony Warr, using the finest orthodox teas from world-class tea estates, the new Loose Leaf Tea combines the best quality Kenyan tea with the brightest most flavoursome Rwandan leaves and a touch of malty Assam.

Tony says: “Launching our first Loose Leaf Dorset Tea is a significant milestone for the brand – as we continue to blend the finest teas to create a taste and feeling synonymous with our beloved county. Sandbanks is an iconic and luxurious setting, and the perfect backdrop for our premium Loose Leaf blend.”

Celebrating the ritual of indulging in a premium cup of tea, the Loose Leaf allows consumers to enjoy the 100% Black Tea at its very best. Lauren Forecast, Brand Manger Dorset Tea adds: “We are so excited to finally introduce a Loose Leaf Tea into our Dorset Tea

range. It makes a truly delicious cup of tea and is a real nod to the beauty of our exquisite county!”

The Sandbanks Loose Leaf Tea is available online at dorsettea.co.uk and with select partners across Dorset, including Ocado, Hunts Food Group, Country Fare Foodservice and Holley’s Fine Food.

Look out for the Dorset Tea caravan at the Dorset County Show and Weymouth Seafood Festival this summer, where the new Loose Leaf will be available to sample.

About Dorset Tea:

One of the most iconic brands in the area, it all started back in 1934, when its founder Keith Spicer blended and packed tea from his mother’s kitchen in Bournemouth. The tea tasted so good that by 1940 a site was acquired to produce Keith Spicers tea on a bigger scale.

In 2009 as part of the brand’s 75th anniversary celebrations the ‘Dorset Tea’ brand was launched to epitomise the very first high-quality tea blend that Keith produced back in 1934. The brand has gone from strength to strength since.

The brand now has 14 blends, including its Sunshine Blend, Ginger & Sunshine Lemon, Cool Chamomile, Strawberries & Cream and new Loose Leaf. dorsettea.co.uk

“It makes a truly delicious cup of tea and is a real nod to the beauty of our exquisite county”

years of Porsche 1948-2023

The first vehicle to bear the Porsche name was registered on June 8, 1948: It was the 356 “No.1” Roadster. This is the day on which the Porsche brand was born. And purchased by a woman called Jolanda Tschudi, of Switzerland .

The Type 356 turned Ferry Porsche’s dream of a sports car into a reality. “His vision at that time embodied all of the values that still define the brand to this day”, said Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG. “Tradition is a commitment. Without our tradition and without our core values, we would not be where we are today”, explained Blume. “We have the solid technological expertise, creative employees and unique team spirit. We have what it takes to ensure that the Porsche brand continues to fascinate.”

The successor model to the 356, the Porsche 911 designed by Ferry Porsche’s son Ferdinand Alexander, finally gave the company its breakthrough as one of the leading manufacturers of sports cars in the world, both from a technical and a design perspective.

The Porsche 911, presented to the global public for the first time in 1963, has now been built over a million times. “Although the 911 has been consistently developed in the intervening decades and enhanced many times over with new, innovative technologies, no other vehicle has managed to retain its original essence in the same way as the 911”, says Blume. “As the centrepiece of the brand, the 911

has become the sports car of dreams, winning the collective heart of enthusiasts all over the world.”

In 1966 presented as the ‘Safety Cabriolet’, the Porsche 911 Targa was launched. And the following year the Porsche 911 R was built for use in motorsport. Weighing 800 kg, it had a 6-cylinder, naturally-aspirated and horizontally-opposed engine producing 154 kW (210 PS), making it incredibly fast.

In 1972 The Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7 was launched as the

“In the beginning I looked around and could not find quite the car I dreamed of. So I decided to build it myself.”

– Ferry Porsche

THE 1948 356 NO 1 ROADSTER, FERDINAND AND FERRY PORSCHE WITH EXTERIOR DESIGNER ERWIN KOMENDA

1967 PORSCHE 911R

RIGHT: THE FIRST PORSCHE 911 IN 1963

and 57 seconds to be precise - shaving 14 seconds off the previous record.

2017 was definitely a year to celebrate: the one-millionth 911 rolled off the production line - a style icon and the unmistakeable face and heart of the Porsche brand.

Fast. Puristic. Emotive. For the past 75 years, the Porsche brand has been synonymous with sports car construction at the very highest level. porsche.com

sporty leading model of the 911 range. And in 1975 at the height of the oil crisis, Porsche presented the first 911 Turbo – the world’s first production sports car with exhaust turbocharger and pressure regulator. And in 1977 conceived as the successor to the 911, the Porsche 928 broke new ground in terms of technology and design. It was powered by a light-metal alloy V8 engine.

The one millionth Porsche rolled off the assembly line on 15th July 1996. And to leave the 20th century in style the 911 series was rounded off with an exceptional sporty version, the 911 GT3.

Celebrating the new millennium, Porsche displayed its high-performance Carrera GT sports car at the Louvre in Paris and in 2002, presented its third car line: the sporty, off-road Cayenne SUV. Series production of the Carrera GT commenced in 2003 and by 2006, 1,270 units of the fast (up to 330 km/h) high-performance sports car had been built.

At the Geneva Motor Show 2010, Porsche presented the 918 Spyder high-performance hybrid as a concept study for the 21st century sports car. The Boxster Spyder was a radical return to the origins of the roadster: two seats, enhanced performance, no room for incidentals. Marking 2013, the 918 Spyder set a Nürburgring lap record: the first road-approved car to complete a lap in under 7 minutes - 6 minutes

CELEBRATING 70 YEARS OF PORSCHE, THE 911 SPEEDSTER CONCEPT

1972 PORSCHE CARRERA RS

THE ONE MILLIONTH 911 SOLD IN 2017

PORSCHE CAYMAN R

“To achieve our goal of breaking the world speed record for series production cars, we had to optimise the aerodynamics”

Weddings FOCUS ON…

A GUIDE TO FINDING THE PERFECT LUXURY WEDDING DESTINATION

Asuccessful life is not measured by the milestones achieved, but by the memories created.

An important milestone in everyone’s life is their wedding day. This day marks not just the spiritual union of two souls, but also the coming together of family and friends. It is a celebration of happy endings and new beginnings.

The uncertainty of the past couple of years has led to deep introspection, and to the realisation of how important family and close friendships are. For these are the bonds that stand by you unwaveringly in times of strife. Weddings, of late, have become intimate and more personal. A small group of guests, who mean the world to the couple, at a beautiful holiday destination is fast becoming the norm. From star-lit royal venues to tropical beach settings, couples are venturing out of their comfort zone to make their special day one for the books. If you’re in the midst of planning for your special day or wish to one day plan your own bespoke wedding, here are some popular social-media-worthy destinations that are sure to be a hit with your loved ones.

Give your wedding the royal touch in Udaipur, Rajasthan

This city is the perfect setting for a luxurious fairytale wedding. Manifest a special day like the kings and queens of yore in a candlelit lakeside property like the Leela Palace and The Oberoi Udaivilas or the majestic Taj Lake Palace, which is surrounded by water. What’s more, your guests can also enjoy and learn about Udaipur’s rich history and culture and shop from many of its vibrant markets.

Get married like a movie star in Lake Como, Italy

This glamorous destination, made popular by Hollywood superstar George Clooney—who also owns a home there—is increasingly becoming a favourite venue for the rich and famous. There are several luxury properties to choose from that overlook the lake such as 500-year-old Villa Balbiano or Villa Erba, which was built in the 19th century. You can host all your functions and provide accommodation for all your guests at these magnificent properties.

THE DETAILS

Dive into married life in sunny Mauritius

There is nothing more romantic than a sunset wedding by the beach in Mauritius. The crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches provide the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding. Adventurous couples can also consider exchanging vows on a catamaran cruise or even underwater in a submarine! For those who want to keep their special day very intimate, consider booking one of the many private islands just off the coast of Mauritius.

Exchange vows amidst Kenya’s exotic wilderness

Get hitched amidst grazing wildlife and dancing Maasai warriors. Kenya’s safari weddings marry luxury with the raw, untamed experience of living in the wild. You will have more than 40 national parks and game reserves to choose from for your destination wedding. If a safari wedding is not on your bucket list, Kenya also boasts of pristine white beaches in Mombasa that offer world-class luxury hotels and cuisine—all the elements needed to plan the perfect beach wedding.

If you are considering any of these dream destinations for your special day, wedding planners Bespoke Weddings Abroad will do all the work for you. From venue selection, coordination with suppliers, local transportation, catering and decoration, to gifts, guest assistance, sightseeing packages, legalities and paperwork, Bespoke Weddings Abroad takes care of it all thanks to its team of professional wedding planners. This means you can just sit back and relax, and enjoy an occasion that is guaranteed to be memorable for all those who grace it with their presence.

For further information or to speak to one of our wedding consultants please contact us.

Tel: +44 7956 492226 E-mail: enquiries@ bespokeweddingsabroad.com

Weddings

THE WOW FACTOR

Our wedding smoke bombs allow you to create amazing wedding photography. Add a pop of smoke to make your special day just that little bit more magical. Use this white smoke bomb in combination with our other smoke bombs to create truly majestic memories. Easy to use - simply hold away from face and firmly pull the ring pull! gingerray.co.uk

PEACEFUL SLEEP

A beautiful wedding gift. Using all-natural fibres of 100% British wool or cashmere guard hair, encased in organic cotton and made in Yorkshire. The Soft and Slim pillow comes with a discrete zip giving flexibility to add or remove wool as needed. avainnes.com

PUT A RING ON IT

We love this porcelain Indian silk douppion cushion decorated with a 1920’s white Jacquard with embroidery and trapunto in gold French ribbon. The lining is in white silk with matching zip at the back. nataliawillmott.co.uk

AROUND THE WORLD

This wedding guest book alternative is sure to put a smile on your guests faces, have them sign a message as you set off on this new adventure. The globe can be placed on a table for guests to sign then used as a fab keepsake decoration for years to come. gingerray.co.uk

FANCY FLORALS

Celebrate and thank your Elevate your wedding hairstyle with this stunning dried flower hair accessory, comprised of gorgeous pink flowers and grasses. Expertly arranged by our talented team at The Norfolk Flower Room, these florals are carefully selected to create gorgeous individual pieces for your big day. lisaangel.co.uk

For all those ladies who need more definition in their eyebrows. Microblading is a semi-permanent form of cosmetic tattooing, that looks soft and subtle. But unlike traditional tattoos, which use a tattoo gun, microblading uses a blade-shaped tool with a row of tiny, barely visible needles to create hair-like strokes along your brows while depositing pigment into your skin. The result? Realistic-looking brow hairs that don’t wash off for a year or more. Over time, the pigment on your brows will also lighten a shade or two from its original colour. Microblading can be great for those with thin, sparse brows to get some definition and fullness. To arrange your permanent make up appointment or your consultation, please call Skarlet 07745 886439

Instagram: @microbladingbrowsartstudio

Weddings at Dulwich Picture Gallery

weddings, private parties, and corporate events.

An extensive list of approved suppliers can provide everything from catering to floristry, lighting to entertainment.

Dulwich Picture Gallery is the world’s first purpose-built public gallery and home to one of the finest collections of Old Master paintings in the world.

Within easy reach of central London, the Gallery offers an exclusive setting for entertaining and can host a variety of events. The iconic Soane Gallery, contemporary event spaces, art studio, café and idyllic gardens make it the perfect venue for unique

The Gallery can accommodate between 10 to 150 guests, with prices starting from just £400.

As a registered charity, all money generated through venue hire goes towards the conservation and care of Dulwich Picture Gallery, its collection, and its leading exhibition and learning programmes.

Contact the Events Team on 020 8299 8713 or email events@dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk to discuss your requirements.

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Based in the stunning Isle of Purbeck, Ben is a stylised photographer who loves to create cinematic photographs that feel natural and candid in the moment, and due to his friendly, affable nature you are sure to feel completely at ease throughout your day.

With experience shooting weddings both easy-going and grand, events ranging from Wembley Stadium to local parties, and commercial projects for clients such as Whittards of Chelsea, YUYU Bottle & Dorset Areas of Natural Beauty. Loving what he does as a photographer and a filmmaker since 2018, his passion and knowledge for photography and creating beautiful imagery really come to fruition in his images. For Ben, it is so important that you enjoy your special day to the fullest, so he takes a more relaxed approach and will be snapping candid photos of guests half the time without you knowing he is even there. When the time comes, he can take the reins and be creative so that the photos you receive can be cherished for a lifetime. Thanks to his shooting and editing style, he is perfect for relaxed couples looking for elegant imagery of their special day. To contact Ben, find his website at www.framesbyben.co.uk, or send him an email at framesbyben@gmail.com

WEDDING-READY WITH DR RACHEL TUNNEY

If you have recently become engaged, then congratulations! Planning a wedding is a very exciting time, and your first thoughts probably go to choosing a venue and dress or picking your hairstylist and make-up artist. But have you thought about preparing your skin for the big day?

Whether you have specific concerns like dryness, dull or rough skin, breakouts or lines and wrinkles, or you just want your make-up to sit well on the skin and ensure that the wedding glow lasts all day, then the wedding skincare service that Dr Rachel Tunney offers may be just what you need.

The Wedding Skincare Package is a bespoke service which starts with an in-depth consultation. Dr Rachel wants to get to know your skin concerns as well as your lifestyle and budget. A skin analysis and a mini facial allow a closer look at your skin and how it behaves with some of the advanced products used in the clinic, which helps her tailor her suggestions.

Many brides-to-be take advantage of the wonderful HydraFacial treatments which can be done on the face as well as the back or chest, great if your dress has a plunging neckline or open back. Chemical peels and other aesthetic treatments can also be included in your package should you want them and if you are suitable. Personalised skincare routines are chosen for you to complement your in-clinic treatments.

After your appointment, you will receive a consultation report with details of all the treatments and skincare products that have been discussed with you. All packages are tailored to your needs, and no two are alike! Dr Rachel also offers monthly payment plans so that happy, healthy skin doesn’t have to break the bank.

If you don’t have a wedding date in the diary yet, don’t worry. You can start your skincare package as early as you like, in fact, the longer you have to make changes the better!

Dr Rachel has treated many brides as well as bridesmaids, and mothers of the bride and grooms who all want to feel happy and confident in their skin on the big day.

WEDDINGS AT THE RNLI COLLEGE

At the RNLI we believe in excellence in everything we do, from saving lives to delighting brides. For a truly unique wedding why not experience our beautiful and contemporary waterfront setting. We are licensed for both marriage ceremonies and civil partnerships and offer a choice of attractive rooms including the Harbour View and Waterfront suites with stunning views over the bay. A wedding celebration at the college will make your special day even more memorable.

WATERFRONT SUITE

THE DETAILS

We love... that every £1 spent at RNLI College goes towards helping save lives at sea.

Contact: 01202 662 261 rnli.org/rnli-college

RNLI College, West Quay Road, Poole, Dorset BH15 1HZ

A delightful ground floor room with direct access to the sea terrace right by the water’s edge; great for post-vow drinks. With RNLI lifeboats moored on the pontoons on Holes Bay it’s the perfect backdrop for standout photos. The suite can accommodate up to 200 ceremony guests, 150 for the wedding breakfast and an extra 50 for the evening do. It can also be specially tailored for smaller parties to provide a more intimate setting.

HARBOUR VIEW SUITE

A beautiful light and airy room located on the second floor the Harbour View Suite is

a very special room with grand sweeping views of Holes Bay in Poole Harbour. Doors open onto your own private balcony where you can soak up the atmosphere and watch the boats go sailing past. This suite can accommodate up to 60 guests for your ceremony, wedding breakfast, or evening reception making it perfect for smaller intimate weddings.

DINING IN STYLE

Your wedding breakfast will be prepared to the highest standards by our resident chefs. We offer fine contemporary dining, drinks on arrival, a choice of menus, and attentive and friendly waiting staff. Your own dedicated wedding coordinator will assist in getting all those important details right.

And if you want to linger longer, the venue has 60 harbour-view double bedrooms available for guest accommodation plus there’s a complimentary wedding night stay for the bride and groom with the full wedding package. Find out more about the full range of options and features that makes the RNLI College the perfect choice for your special day.

We appreciate that each couple will want different things for their special day. So whether you want a small and intimate ceremony or a larger event, we’re here to help you organise your perfect day.

SARAH JANE BRIDAL

selection of accessories for those finishing touches which are hand made locally. So from the moment you find your dress right up to your big day we’re here every step of the way.

Sarah Jane Bridal is a beautifully elegant bridal boutique situated in the heart of Poole, Dorset. Together with a warm and friendly welcome you will enjoy the boutique exclusively by appointment. At SJB we love to listen to our brides’ ideas, firmly placing them at the centre of everything we do and we pride ourselves on creating a personalised and most importantly a fun experience for every bride.

Our refreshing and inclusive dress collections are exclusive to the area, designed from around the world and carefully hand-selected for their individuality and beauty in sizes 8-26. Our range includes timeless classics and ultra-feminine, modern designs through to gorgeous head pieces and elegant veils. Our prestigious award-winning designers include Sophia Tolli, Allure Romance, Eddie K, Ellis Bridal and Fox Bridal as well as bridesmaid and special occasion dresses from The Only Way.

To add to the experience at SJB we work closely with our extremely talented in-house seamstress to help create the perfect fit for our brides. We also offer a beautiful

“As the owner and founder of Sarah Jane Bridal it’s incredibly important to me that every brideto-be who visits my boutique feels super special and enjoys her experience. I’ve created a little bridal haven where the magic happens and it really does. I will never get tired of that special moment when our brides know that they’ve found “the one”. Often there are cheers, some happy tears and always lots of smiles.. it’s truly wonderful!”.

At Sarah Jane Bridal we feel it’s an absolute honour to be part of this exciting journey and we love to make wedding dress dreams come true. We look forward to welcoming you to the SJB family!

THE DETAILS

To make your appointment please visit our website sarahjanebridal.com

Or follow us on our socials Instagram: Sarah_Jane_bridal Facebook: Sarahjanebridalboutique Telephone: 01202 735070 104 -106 Ashley Road Poole, Dorset BH14 9BN

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CHAUFFEURED VINTAGE VW CAMPERVAN WEDDING TRANSPORT & SELFIEBOOTH

Say “I do” in Sandbanks

Ruby, our Vintage VW Campervan is available to chauffeur wedding couples on their dream Wedding Day in and around Sandbanks, Dorset.

Stunning, 43-year old, vintage Ruby makes quite an entrance wherever she goes: driving through the gates of a secluded private residence or in beautiful hotel grounds, or simply attracting admiring glances at the beach with spectacular sea views.

Ruby arrives dressed up in her wedding garland, ribbon & bows ready to transport you to your chosen wedding venue. Once the wedding ceremony is concluded, Ruby is then on hand to pose for photos before whisking you to your reception, stopping en route for additional photos at the beach, harbour or local scenic viewing point - just ask your chauffeur for advice on your route - we know all the best photo spots!

Grab a Prop, Grab a Seat, Grab a Selfie

It’s not just the wedding couple that get to enjoy Ruby! At the reception, she will “Pop her Top” and transform into a SelfieBooth for the newly weds and their guests to enjoy. Ruby’s chauffeur will then be on hand to look after the guests whilst they Grab a Prop, Grab a Seat and Grab a Selfie with her. Everyone is welcome to have their photo taken as they stand and pose alongside or inside her.

Ruby’s SelfieBooth props can either be wedding related or tailored to the wedding couples personalised theme.

Ruby - Keeping it local Ruby is lovingly maintained by a team of local Craftsmen, Mechanics and Body Shop technicians who specialise in Vintage Volkswagens and are all based in Dorset.

In fact it’s the very same team that restored Ruby back in 2009 when she was sprayed Lipstick Red and renamed Ruby.

Ruby’s Lipstick Red bodywork is perfectly suited to Weddings as Red (Fire) symbolises luck, joy, and happiness. It also represents celebration, vitality, and fertility.

THE DETAILS

Ruby is available 7 days a week covering Sandbanks, Dorset & beyond...

Kiss, kiss...

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WEDDINGIDEALFORYOUR FUNCTIONS

PREMIUM CONTAINER BAR HIRE

Poseidon Bars is home to one of the UK’s premium container bar hire companies with a simple mission, to offer the best designed and high quality built shipping container bars for our customers. We hire fully stocked and staffed bars (also dry hire if required) delivering them to your chosen location ready for you to stock (or we stock) with whatever products you want to serve your customers giving you the ultimate flexibility.

They include taps to serve beer and lager and come fully equipped with fridges.

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ROMANTIC FLORALS

WE SPEAK TO ALANA WATTS, OWNER AND FLORAL DESIGNER OF PETAL AND WILD. THE COMPANY SPECIALISES IN WILD, PRETTY AND ROMANTIC WEDDING FLORAL DESIGN COVERING, LONDON, ESSEX AND SURROUNDING AREAS

Tell me a bit about yourself and your company.

I’ve always been creative and loved the outdoors. As a child I’d spend hours outside in the garden helping my parents prune the roses and plant tulip bulbs. I trained at Italia Conti Academy of theatrical arts and performed in West End shows as a singer/dancer for a number of years. I was frequently sent the most beautiful bouquets during the run from a florist stand outside the theatre on Seven Dials. Once I left the theatre world I struggled to find something that gave me the same passion. By chance a leaflet was popped through my door advertising a floristry course at my local university which caught my attention. I enrolled and am delighted to say it reignited my creative fire and reminded me how much I love working with natural materials. It was totally fate looking out for me and I’ve never looked back. I created Petal and Wild flowers to appeal to the bride who wants something completely unique and elegant on their wedding day. My style is romantic and natural, like flowers just picked from a country garden. I enjoy working with a loose brief so I can really be creative and design something stunning and enchanting for the big day.

Where do you get inspiration from?

I get inspiration from so many sources, including the natural beauty of the English countryside. Pinterest and Instagram are great online tools too as they give you access to amazing floral designs from around the world.

What is your favourite part of being a wedding florist?

I love the early morning trips to Covent Garden Flower market shopping for my blooms and the excitement to see what’s new in and what is in season. I also love seeing the bride’s reaction to her flowers on the wedding morning. It’s such a wonderful feeling after months of planning to know you’ve been a part of making someone’s special day look beautiful.

What plans do you have in the future?

More weddings and more beautiful flowers! I’ve got some gorgeous weddings booked for next year at amazing venues, it’s a privilege and I’m very grateful to work with such lovely brides. petalandwild.co.uk; 07976 881505

TOP TIPS

Let your florist know your budget from the very start. It’s much easier to advise on designs and flowers to achieve the look you are after if we have this information. If you love expensive flowers such as peonies, ask your florist to use them in your bouquet and find a more economical substitute for the table flowers if your budget will not stretch.

Ask your florist to choose flowers that are in season, it doesn’t mean they are necessarily cheaper but means they are better quality and at their best. It will also help to encompass the time year you have chosen to get married in.

Choose a few larger arrangements, rather than lots of smaller vases or jars if you really want to make an impact on your wedding day. Pedestal arrangements and pew ends can be re-used from the ceremony and repositioned in the reception area afterwards to help make the most of your flowers. SUPPLIERS:

LUXURY TRAVEL

Heading away to explore the rest of the world

B AWAY CRUISING

Baway are renowned as an established cruise tour operator. They use their extensive experience to deliver exceptional value, combining quality hotels and tours with exciting cruise itineraries without compromising on the standards you would expect. All cruise holidays are fully bonded under the CAA ATOL scheme to give you peace of mind.

What’s next on your travel list? Sometimes, it’s the famous attractions, delicious food, or stunning hotels that draw us to a certain destination and is the focus of the exciting trips curated by B away

This Rio Carnival and Caribbean package offered exclusively by B away seems to tick off a lot.

Fly to Rio to enjoy three nights on the world-famous Copacabana beach during the Rio Carnival (tickets included).

Next stay for two nights at the iconic Belmond Hotel da Cataratas in prime position to one of the planet’s greatest natural wonders, Iguazu Falls. While all other visitors enter via tour buses between the hours of 9am and 5pm, you can walk from the lobby to the falls in under 30 seconds. It honestly feels like you’ve got the world’s

biggest water feature in your own back garden, especially at dawn and dusk.

Next you fly back to Rio to join the ultraluxurious Silver Moon built by Silversea for an all-inclusive twelve-night cruise to Barbados. Building on the phenomenal success of Silver Muse, Silver Moon mirrors her sister ship and establishes a new era of cruising. With a capacity to accommodate 596 passengers, Silver Moon maintains the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodation which are the hallmarks of the Silversea experience.

Upon arrival in Barbados, you will then enjoy a relaxing three-night stay at the five-star O2 Beach Club & Spa. Unwind in unadulterated luxury with stunning rooms, gourmet dining, serene spa experiences, exhilarating land and water adventures and inspiring daily activities that redefine the meaning of ‘luxury allinclusive.’ Flights and transfers are included for full peace of mind.

THE DETAILS

This unique experience starts at £6,590 per person

Visit bawaycruising.co.uk for more details or contact one of their dedicated cruise specialists 0208 248 2355

DESTINATIONS: THE HOLIDAY & TRAVEL SHOW

DISCOVER A WORLD OF ADVENTURE AS THE UK’S LEADING TRAVEL EVENT RETURNS

OLYMPIA LONDON, 2ND - 5TH FEBRUARY 2023

Now in its 28th year, the UK’s longest running travel show, Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show, in association with The Times & The Sunday Times is returning to Olympia London, this February.

Travel is back and Destinations is the place to be for muchneeded travel inspiration! It plays host to more than 300 leading travel companies, including the top travel operators as well as specialist, independent travel brands. Plus, over 70 tourist boards from around the world will be represented.

The Essential Event for Travel Inspiration

With a diverse range of tour operators, tourist boards, hoteliers and airlines, visitors can explore and research unlimited travel ideas for their next holiday. There will be old favourites as well as new brands to discover.

These include: Flight Centre, Explore, Cosmos, Viking Cruises, APT, G Adventure, Audley Travel, Intrepid Travel, Trailfinders, Aurora Expeditions and Authentic India Tours, Classic Collection Holidays, Explora Cruises, Wellness & Safari, Ponant and Polar Routes to name a few.

Expert Advice

From activity to adventure holidays, safaris to sight-seeing, family holidays to solo expeditions, honeymoons to babymoons and cultured city breaks to cruises, visitors can expect one-to-ones with travel experts who can help tailor-make their next

dream holiday to anywhere in the world. Local tour guides from around the world touch down at Olympia specially to talk to visitors and provide inspiring in-depth knowledge of destinations

THE DETAILS

Booking your next escape has never been easier.

Visitors can take advantage of exclusive show-only offers, discounts and upgrades. They’ll have their tastebuds tantalised with global flavours in the daily cookery demonstrations and learn how to take perfect holiday photos at the Travel Photography Masterclasses. Visitors can also hear from the leading voices in the industry, as they take to the stage to tell their tales of travel, and impart valuable travel advice, in a line-up of expert talks, interviews and panel discussions.

]For more on Destinations: The Holiday & Travel Show and ticket information, visit: Olympia London: destinationsshow.com/ london/welcome

5* Plas Dinas Country House, the former home of the remarkable Lord Snowdon offers ten individually styled bedrooms, beautiful grounds, award-winning Gunroom Restaurant, and attention to detail that rivals the best.

The house has been lovingly restored by owners Daniel and Annie Perks during recent lockdowns, each room designed to represent a role or person within the Armstrong-Jones family. It was awarded The Good Hotel Guides 2023 Editor’s Choice Historic Award and stole the show at the North Wales Tourism Awards taking home Go Food and Drink Award and Best Hotel 2022.

The Gunroom Restaurant, headed up by Daniel ap Geraint creates a monthly changing menu using only the freshest seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Distinct choices of starter, main and dessert are interspersed with delicious hidden courses creating a unique dining experience that balances sumptuous indulgence with individual variety. The Gunroom Restaurant was recently added to the Michelin Guide and is certainly a restaurant

PLAS DINAS COUNTRY HOUSE

to add to the list to visit. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink and canapés in either the beautiful Drawing Room or intimate Gunroom Bar, which features a selection of trendy Cocktails and delectable Gins as well as other spirits and wines.

Plas Dinas Country House also serves a delightful Afternoon Tea that is available daily in various settings throughout the house, with a choice of unique loose tea blends, delicious homemade cakes and dainty savouries.

An enviable location between the Menai Straits and Snowdonia, Plas Dinas is a short drive from some of the country’s best views, beaches and attractions from Zip World to Caernarfon Castle and the epic climb of Snowdon. The 15 acres of gardens are tucked away offering the perfect balance of privacy and luxury whilst being surrounded by amazing adventures and breath-taking scenery.

The country house isn’t the only accommodation that they offer, they also offer unique dog friendly self-catering holiday cottages, located in the heart of Gwynedd. With 3 beautiful holiday lets, perfectly positioned to explore the adventure lands that surround, the heart of the Adventure capital of Britain & Europe. You can find out more on their website plasdinas.co.uk.

5* Plas Dinas Country House, the former home of the remarkable Lord Snowdon offers ten individually styled bedrooms, beautiful grounds, award-winning Gunroom Restaurant, and attention to detail that rivals the best. It is filled to the brim with beautiful royal memorabilia, including the exquisite HRH Princess Margaret Junior Suite.

The house has been lovingly restored by owners Daniel and Annie Perks during recent lockdowns, each room designed to represent a role or person within the Armstrong-Jones family. It was recently awarded a 5* gold award by the AA along with 2 rosettes and The Editors Choice for Historic by the Good Hotel Guide.

The Gunroom Restaurant, headed up by Daniel ap Geraint creates a monthly changing menu using only the freshest seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Distinct choices of starter, main and dessert are interspersed with delicious hidden courses creating a unique dining experience that balances sumptuous indulgence with individual variety. The Gunroom Restaurant was recently added to the Michelin Guide and is certainly a restaurant to add to the list to visit.

An enviable location between the Menai Straits and Snowdonia, Plas Dinas is a short drive from some of the country’s best views, beaches and attractions from Zip World to Caernarfon Castle and the epic climb of Snowdon. The country house isn’t the only accommodation that they offer, they also offer unique dog friendly self-catering holiday cottages, located in the heart of Gwynedd. With 3 beautiful holiday lets, perfectly positioned to explore the adventure lands that surround, the heart of the Adventure capital of Britain & Europe.

You can find out more on their website www.plasdinas.co.uk.

ZAMBIA WITH SUNGANI

Zambia is a premium safari destination that should be on everyone’s travel bucket list in 2023! Family owned and operated, Sungani Lodge and its smaller sister camp Kulandila are the idyllic luxury safari retreat. Located in the remote and pristine far south of the South Luangwa National Park, this is one of the greatest wildlife sanctuaries in the world and remains evocative of safaris of old.

The properties design and décor are carefully curated. Tented accommodation is sensational and maxed out with air-con, ceiling fans, private plunge pools and outdoor bathing areas. There is a well-equipped, airconditioned gym at Sungani Lodge.

Gourmet cuisine that is locally sourced and inspired by African flavours is on offer. Dining options are relaxed and unfussy allowing guests total flexibility during their stay. The signature bush brunch is an experience to anticipate, and each day ends

with a toast to another unforgettable African Sunset. Guests can indulge in their love of nature and wildlife on exclusive bush walks, game drives and boat cruises all lead by highly experienced and passionate guides. Head out into the wild to have exceptional wildlife encounters with elephants, hippos, leopards, lions, wild dogs, birdlife and much more.

Exclusive access to this area is a privilege that far outweighs the more conventional concept of luxury. Expect a feeling of blissful ease as you board the inclusive bush flight over the Luangwa River and land at Sungani’s private airstrip. sungani.com

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PAPER PLANE TRAVEL

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FIVE HOTELS TO VISIT THIS YEAR

Deplar Farm, Iceland

Maslina Resort, Croatia

Sitting in an idyllic spot on Hvar’s coast, Maslina offers everything from watersports & trekking to wine tasting, cultural tours and stellar spa treatments.

This luxury stay in the Troll Peninsula is magical in both the winter & summer seasons and tags perfectly with a stay in Reykjavik.

Son Net, Mallorca

As sister to one of the best hotels in Spain (Finca Cortesin), this is an exciting opening for the island in Spring 2022.

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Cap Karoso, Indonesia

Opening in February 2022 and just an hour’s flight from Bali, Cap Karoso on Sumba offers a unique Indonesian island experience.

Six Senses Douro Valley, Portugal

High on a hilltop in this Portuguese wine region, spend your days sampling wines, cruising along the river and getting pampered in the Six Senses spa.

THE DETAILS

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BESPOKE LUXURY VACATION RENTALS IN GREECE

Travelling with family, a large group of friends or looking for the perfect romantic location to relax and unwind? The Greek Villas are more than luxury villas in Greece, they offer the full Greek vacation experience. Personalized bespoke packages with additional VIP concierge in Greece to meet all your high expectations and requirements.

Discover more than 500+ Luxury Villas in Greece offering privacy, independence, elegance, breath taking views over 34 destinations. Offering you the chance to experience the best vacation you can image.

From its deep green trees to its rockin’ bars and restaurants, the island of Skiathos invites you to share its distinctive and spirited vibe. Perfect for those who demand high standards, it has long been a premier destination for cosmopolitan travellers, particularly those on yachts and sailboats cruising the Mediterranean. At its lively marina, boats of all kinds – many available for private charter – are docked side by side.

There are so many terrific beaches around Skiathos. With beach bars, waterfront tavernas, umbrellas, sunbeds and

Watersports, Skiathos’ beaches have your maximum comfort and enjoyment as their primary design feature!

Holidays mean adventure and exploration and, so, the sea caves of Skiathos await! Pounta, Fonissa and Altanous are all waiting to be discovered.

The Greek Villas portfolio, offer the best most exquisite luxury villas on Skiathos island to suit all budgets with local staffing support, exceptional local knowledge, a network of quality local suppliers and tailor-made itineraries.

They take care of every little detail for an unforgettable holiday experience. Bespoke villas in more than 34 destinations in Greece. Authentic holiday experience, exceptional local knowledge.

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FASHION & BEAUTY

Looking and feeling your best

CLARIDGE’S UNVEILS FIRST SPA IN ITS HISTORY

In a ground-breaking project that has seen teams of experts excavate five floors into the London clay, to pave the way for the next 200 years of Claridge’s life, the legendary Mayfair hotel announces the opening of its first ever spa.

Situated three floors down with 7,000 square feet of space, Claridge’s Spa is a haven of wellness and tranquillity featuring its first ever swimming pool, steam rooms, sauna and seven treatments rooms. The space is an epicentre of wellness, showcasing healing rituals, a knowledge of restorative body work and the latest bioinnovation to amplify emotional, physical and spiritual wellbeing. The service is signature five-star Claridge’s, with touches of the iconic timeless glamour synonymous with the hotel. Claridge’s Spa offers both a best-in-class list of resident brands including Josh Wood, Augustinus Bader and FaceGym, and an ever-evolving roster of visiting wellness masters, featuring nail artist Harriet Westmoreland and acupuncturist Ross J. Barr, ensuring guests are expertly treated, head to toe.

Guests cross the iconic monochrome lobby and embark on a journey to a sensorial space of calm serenity, with sounds of flowing water, a visual play of light and shadow, and energy-cleansing music. Escaping the bustle of the capital, spa guests can feel time moving at a slower pace and experience a sense of replenishing restoration. The heated swimming pool is central to the spa, framed by a striking, multi-vaulted ceiling and stone columns. Cabanas set back from the water offer privacy to relax and unwind. In addition to private consultation spaces, the treatment rooms are oak panelled and ensuite, where each treatment is personalised to the individual, inspired by the ancient concept of omakase (‘leaving another to decide what is best’).

The piece de resistance is Josh Wood at Claridge’s – a dedicated hair and beauty space within the spa, where celebrated British hair colour expert Josh Wood brings his hand-picked dream team of A-list stylists to the hotel. This collaboration sees his first home in Mayfair, and a 21st century reimagination of what haircare looks like in hotels.

THE DETAILS

Claridge’s Spa is open to both hotel and outside guests, Monday-Sunday 8am-9pm. 90 minute treatments include access to the pool. To book treatments please call 0207 409 6565. claridges.co.uk/spa

HARBOUR HOSPITAL, POOLE

MR. JEREMY SOUTHGATE MB BS FRCS (ORTH) - CONSULTANT

ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEON AT HARBOUR HOSPITAL, POOLE

Mr. Southgate was educated at Christ’s Hospital School in Horsham and trained in Medicine at The London Hospital Medical College in East London. He qualified in 1986. After junior hospital doctor posts at The London Hospital and the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital Stanmore, he joined the Wessex regional orthopaedic training programme in Southampton.

At the end of his senior registrar training he was appointed to a Fellowship in Sydney Hospital and St Luke’s Hospital Hand Unit in Australia for a year. In 1998 he was appointed as a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon to The Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

He treats all aspects of hand surgery including wrist and elbow conditions. He has written several papers and presented research at international scientific meetings including the British Society for Surgery of the Hand, The Australian Hand Society and at the International Federation for Surgical Societies of the Hand.

He is strongly committed to teaching to all medical personnel and regularly lectures on surgical training programmes both in hand surgery and anatomy. He is a member of the British Medical Association, the British Society for Surgery of the Hand and the Royal College of Surgeons of England.

You don’t need health insurance to access treatment with Mr. Southgate. At Harbour Hospital, we offer:

• Fast access to Consultants

• All-inclusive bespoke packages

• Flexible 0% finance options

• Treatment dates to suit you

Did you know you can also self-refer and pay for your own private physiotherapy ?

Specialist services include:

• Hand therapy

• Sports injuries

• Shockwave therapy

• Lymphoedema management

• Strains and sprains

• Back and neck pain

• Brace and support fitting

• Musculoskeletal problems

For more information, call our Physiotherapy department on 01202 244 219.

THE DETAILS

For more information, call our Patient Liaison Officer Suzanne on 01202 688 380 or visit circlehealthgroup.co.uk/harbour.

WELL-PERSON ASSESSMENTS AT THE CLINIC@78

How is your general health? Do you ever wonder if your health is as good as it could be...

Whether you want a general health check-up or have concerns about a specific area of your health, such as your heart or diabetes, the clinic@78 offers a range of bespoke private health checks.

What is included:

First you will have an initial assessment with our nursing team who will discuss your medical history including any relevant family history. They will check your

• Blood pressure

• Heart Rate

• Respiratory Rate

• Oxygen Levels

And then they will calculate your body mass index (BMI).

Next, you will have:

• A urinalysis and an ECG.

A urinalysis is a test of your urine, and can be used to detect a number of problems, including: urinary tract infections, kidney disease and diabetes. An ECG is a simple test that can be used to check your heart rhythm and electrical activity.

Our nursing team will also take a blood sample to be sent for comprehensive analysis.

Finally In your personalised GP consultation, you will have:

• A full physical examination

• Testicular/prostate or breast examination

PRIVATE GP SERVICES

We offer convenient GP appointments for adults & children, in the heart of Westbourne, Bournemouth. Alongside routine appointments, our GP services include a range of screenings and bespoke health checks, vaccinations, and minor operations.

WE OFFER

An unhurried service to ensure you receive the best care possible, with appointments starting at 20 minutes duration.

Swift onward referral to our in-house multidisciplinary specialists, where necessary.

• A calculation of your cardiovascular Q-Risk

• Discussion of any treatment to be started or lifestyle changes needed

• Prescription or onward specialist consultant referral if needed

• A written copy of full report detailing the outcome of the assessment

A wide range of in-house range of diagnostic tests available including ultrasound scans.

Trouble-free prescriptions from our affiliated pharmacy – Arrowedge Chemist.

A wide range of appointment times including same day where possible.

Consultations from £90 To book call 01202 767000 info@clinic78.co.uk

Come in and see our team at the clinic@78 for your comprehensive Well-Person assessment. Prices from £450

To book call 01202 767000 | clinic78.co.uk

INTRODUCING PURDEY’S SHOOTING & LIFESTYLE COLLECTION

To set the scene: imagine a relaxed day on a beautiful country estate, with guests arriving from town. There’s an air of shoots gone by, but we’re very much in the present moment. Spirits are high, conversation is flowing, and the company is, of course, excellent.

This season celebrates Purdey classics.

Several of the tweeds in the collection utilise the natural palette of the Shetland herd, undyed for minimal intervention from sheep to finished piece. Woven in Scotland, with wool that’s certified sustainable and ethically sourced, Purdey cuts the tweed into various top coat and field coat styles, each subtly sophisticated.

Highlights include:

The Men’s Tweed Field Coat leads the charge, cut in a rich cashmere blend, tonally reflecting the surrounding fields. Large reinforced cartridge pockets feature retainer straps for ease of access, while hand-warming pockets are lined with micro-fleece. It’s weather-proof yet luxurious – with a technical lining and adjustable storm cuffs. The subtle olive and navy houndstooth check ensures it will take you seamlessly from town to countryside.

The Women’s Loden Field Coat evokes the deep blue stillness of Highland lakes. Crafted in wool and alpaca, with a weather-proof lining, it’s an all-round outdoor essential.

The Men’s Window Pane Gilet, a fine example of Loden fabric, created in Austria. There, skilled craftspeople source the highest quality merino wool, for a refined look. The corresponding Women’s Loden Shooting Vest sports a pale, window pane check, woven into the forest green backdrop. Best layered over a lightweight cashmere knit.

The Cable Knit Sweaters reflect the landscape, too. Supremely comfortable in a relaxed fit, with deeply ribbed collar and cuffs, the new slate and khaki colourways match moody winter skies. Combining superfine lambswool and cashmere, these elegant layering pieces are made near the borders of Scotland in Hawick, the home of Scottish knitwear, where traditional techniques are honoured and stitching is finished by

ABOUT PURDEY

Their legacy began in 1814 when James Purdey opened the doors of his eponymous business on Princes Street (now Gerrard Street). James’s only son, James the Younger, was the next generation to take over the helm, who in turn passed onto his own sons, James (III) and Athol, when they joined the business in 1877 — creating James Purdey & Sons. Almost every subsequent generation of Purdey has been involved in the continued success of the business, including the award of being a prestigious Royal Warrant Holder.

Today, a seventh-generation Purdey still sits on the board of directors. With over 200 years behind them, they are proud to build on the foundation of tradition and excellence that he created.

Purdey’s Shooting Collection is available to purchase from 57-58 South Audley Street London W1K 2ED and online purdey.com

hand. Purdey’s signature cable and trellis motif, knitted in cashmere for a luxurious expression, nods to the heritage engravings of our gunmaking. The Women’s Cashmere Cable Knit Vest in pale aqua or soft sand sees a pattern realised in artisanal cable stitches, drawing inspiration from nature.

The Men’s Mayfair Jacket takes an archival feathered herringbone tweed, cut into a singlebreasted style. If you believe mismatching tweed is sacrilege, team with the waistcoat and trousers, all cut from the same cloth.

The Women’s Highgrove Cape in Oxnam tweed – a fawn base over-checked in soft blue –brings a touch of extravagance. Inspired by our archives, where Purdey men would also wear capes to weather the elements, it’s now exclusive to womenswear.

The Women’s Craigowan Waxed Cotton Trench Coat also looks to our history, specifically the traditional stockman style worn for sporting pursuits. You’ll see reference in the caped shoulder detail, while the full length makes for a statement silhouette, with side-seam zips for extra striding capacity.

We encourage you to explore the full collection – here’s to a Winter season spent in the great outdoors.

The Kensington Wing

The Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women and birthing people with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable ensuite private rooms and hospitality services.

Located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital – part of one of the UK’s top rated hospital Trusts – your baby’s and your safety and wellbeing are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times 24/7, dedicated to the needs of our patients.

To ensure the safety of women, birthing people and birth partners, The Kensington Wing has important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven, and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team and are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwife-led maternity packages.

The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries and the

concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay.

The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of their experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They continue to support you through the postnatal period, including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation.

opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women and birthing people who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or

THE DETAILS

If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit thekensingtonwing.co.uk

The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions.

KATE’S MOST GOOGLED FASHION MOMENTS OF 2022

From Alexander McQueen coat dresses to yellow Eighties-inspired outfits, these are the royal looks we’ve been searching for this year.

By Prudence Wade

With royal tours and plenty of engagements in the diary, the Princess of Wales had a busy 2022 – and her wardrobe was more than up to the challenge.

From colourful outfits and vintage-inspired looks to sombre black mourning outfits, Kate’s fashion has been characteristically polished throughout the year.

But which outfits piqued our interest the most? There were particular days of the year we turned to Google to find out more about what Kate was wearing. These are the top days – and corresponding outfits –we were looking up Kate’s fashion.

FOR THE QUEEN’S FUNERAL

For the sombre occasion of the Queen’s funeral in September, Kate wore a black Alexander McQueen coat dress with a wide-brimmed hat and veil. Pearls are traditionally worn by the royals in mourning, and Kate accessorised her look with the late Queen’s Japanese pearl choker necklace – which she also wore to Prince Philip’s funeral the previous year.

FOR JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS

Kate wheeled out a series of enviable outfits for the Platinum Jubilee celebrations in June, and the outfit that had people rushing to Google was the pastel yellow Emilia Wickstead outfit, worn to a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral. The elegant midi dress featured wrap detailing underneath the bust and was teamed with a matching hat by Philip Treacy and the Bahrain Pearl Drop Earrings – which were given to the late Queen as a wedding present by the Hakim of Bahrain in 1947.

AT A SERVICE FOR THE QUEEN

Ahead of the Queen’s funeral, Kate attended a service for the late monarch in Westminster Hall. She kept her outfit simple – a black Catherine Walker coat dress, worn with a pearl and diamond brooch.

AT THE PLATINUM JUBILEE PAGEANT

Kate continued her run of colourful Jubilee outfits for the pageant, choosing a raspberry Stella McCartney to watch the show. The cut of the dress was quite demure – with long puff sleeves, a high neck and midi length, but the bright colour made it feel a lot more fun. While fans went wild for her outfit, she was almost outshone by fouryear-old Prince Louis – who struggled to sit still during the two-hour pageant.

AT A CHARITY POLO MATCH

Proving a midi dress

is always her go-to, the day after the pageant Kate stepped out in a white version to watch the Prince of Wales play in a charity polo match. She turned to one of her favourite designers, Emilia Wickstead, for the occasion, and looked elegant in the simple white dress with black piping.

LEAVING THE BAHAMAS

Kate switched up her style for the royal tour around the Caribbean in March – while she packed some fail-safe midi dresses and suits for the trip, she was also a bit more experimental with vintage finds and unusual colours. The most searched-for outfit from the trip was the yellow Alessandra Rich dress she wore leaving The Bahamas. With puff sleeves, peplum detailing and a bow on the front, the vibe was distinctly Eighties-inspired – and quite different to the silhouettes we’re used to seeing Kate in. While most of Kate’s outfits tend to sell out immediately, this one is still available to buy – and has been reduced from £1,690 to £1,014 on Net-A-Porter.

AT CARDIFF CASTLE

We can only imagine how many coat dresses Kate has in her wardrobe – this was one of the most popular of the year, a red version by Eponine London (which she first wore back in 2021). Kate donned the outfit for a Jubilee visit to Cardiff Castle – and as red is the colour of Wales, we can’t imagine her choice was an accident.

AT WIMBLEDON

As a patron of the All England Club, Kate is a familiar face at Wimbledon – and this year she took Prince George to the Royal Box for the first time, to watch the men’s singles final between Novak Djokovic and Nick Kyrgios. Kate kept things light and summery in a navy blue polka dot dress by Alessandra Rich, with the cut reminiscent of the yellow dress she wore by the same designer in The Bahamas.

RENOVA CLINIC

Renova recently launched its flagship clinic in Canford Cliffs to offer easy access to a vast range of services that are delivered by clinical specialists - gynaecologists, plastic surgeons and a highly qualified aesthetic team. Specialising in women’s health, menopause and facial and body aesthetics including Liposuction and Thread Lifting and NAD+ Infusion Therapy. Renova offers class leading and clinically proven non-invasive and surgical solutions for all aesthetic and dermatological concerns.

Renova are pleased to bring together all of these specialisms on Tuesday, 17th January at The Italian Villa, Compton Acres to present on their clinical expertise and answer any questions. Speakers will include the UK’s leading Urology Gynaecologist, Mr Ash Monga, presenting on Women’s health and the Menopause. The evening will start at 6:45pm and go on until 9:30pm where drinks and canapés will be provided.

THE DETAILS

To book your place on this event a donation of £7.50 for Lewis Manning Hospice Care is required. For more information and to secure your booking head to our website: renovaclinic.co.uk or scan our QR code on the page opposite.

QUEEN OF PUNK DAME VIVIENNE WESTWOOD’S FASHION LEGACY

THE LATE GREAT DESIGNER CHAMPIONED PUNK FASHION AND WAS COMMITTED TO ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY.

BY PRUDENCE WADE.

Few individuals disrupted fashion quite like Dame Vivienne Westwood, who has died aged 81.

Known for her counterculture aesthetic and commitment to the environment, fashion wouldn’t be where it is today without Westwood carving her unique path.

She continued working until the end of her life, with the announcement on her Instagram page reading: “Vivienne continued to do the things she loved, up until the last moment, designing, working on her art, writing her book, and changing the world for the better. She led an amazing life. Her innovation and impact over the last 60 years has been immense and will continue into the future.”

Tributes have already started pouring in from the world of fashion, music and beyond, with Chrissie Hynde – lead singer of the Pretenders – tweeting: “Vivienne is gone and

the world is already a less interesting place.” Westwood certainly made the world a more interesting place throughout her career – these are some of the major ways she broke boundaries…

SHE BROUGHT A PUNK AESTHETIC TO HIGH FASHION

With her provocative and boundary-pushing designs, Westwood helped set the fashion tone for the punk movement in the 1970s.

She opened a shop with her then-partner Malcolm McLaren on the King’s Road in 1971 – later called SEX – which was frequented by some of the biggest names in punk – including the Sex Pistols, who McLaren managed.

During this time, Westwood’s designs set the tone for punk fashion – think ripped T-shirts, lots of safety pin embellishments and tartan accents. Westwood often used anti-establishment iconography in her clothes –particularly subverting traditional images of the monarchy.

In 1998 she told The Independent: “I was a punk before it got its name. I had that hairstyle and purple lipstick. Girls stopped me in the street and said, ‘Look at the state of that’.”

SHE MADE THE ENVIRONMENT A CENTRAL FOCUS

The climate crisis might be top of the agenda now, with brands like Stella McCartney using eco-friendly materials and emphasising the need for sustainability in fashion.

But when Westwood started talking about sustainability way back in Eighties, she was seen as something of an outlier. She used traditional tailoring from Savile Row and put great importance on how garments were made – considering the supply chain long before many other major players did.

Her work was always political, and she made her explicit focus the environment in the Noughties. In 2012, Westwood appeared on the catwalk during London Fashion Week in a T-shirt saying ‘climate revolution’, and in 2015 she drove a tank near former prime minister David Cameron’s home to protest fracking.

Some have struggled with Westwood’s message to ‘buy less’, while she still produced multiple new collections a year. However, this was something she was conscious of, with the Vivienne Westwood website reading: “We know there is a contradiction between our activism and the industry we are part of. Fashion creates products which are too often disposable, and which – through their creation, distribution and eventual disposal – can have a disproportionately negative impact on our planet, its wildlife and people.

“We know this and we know we must do better. We have been adapting the way we make our clothes and accessories over the last few years to reflect the growing urgency to change how the industry operates but, in this time of climate crisis, we must go further.”

Westwood continued to post on her blog (climaterevolution.co.uk) up until her death – in November she praised the young activists who threw soup on Vincent van Gogh’s Sunflowers painting, writing: “Young people are desperate. They’re wearing a T-shirt that says: Just Stop Oil. They’re doing something.”

SHE CHAMPIONED ANDROGYNY IN FASHION

Over the past few years, androgyny has become big business in fashion – championed by the likes of Brad Pitt, who wore a skirt on the red carpet in August.

This arguably wouldn’t have happened without Westwood. From the beginning of her career, she’s pushed the boundaries of gender in fashion, putting men in skirts and women in sharp tailoring.

One clip that’s been going viral on social

media since Westwood’s

shows an extremely awkward TV interview when she was introducing her autumn/winter 1988-89 collection, called Time Machine. Westwood had male models wearing pearls, and the interviewer asked – to the giggles of the audience – “Tell me about the twinset and pearls for men, has it caught on? I have not seen a lot of men wearing twinsets and pearls.”

Westwood replied: “You might see your bank manager in five years wearing that” – proving she was far ahead of her time. The audience may have been laughing at Westwood’s designs at the time, but her prediction eventually came true – a string of pearls is current fashion icon Harry Styles’ signature look.

SHE CONSTANTLY SUBVERTED EXPECTATIONS

Westwood’s fashion was meant to challenge and subvert expectations. She first introduced corsetry into her designs in the 1970s, and it remained her signature style in the decades that followed.

With corsets, Westwood was one of the first designers to experiment with the ‘underwear as outerwear’ trend (one that is still in fashion today), and she used them to make a strong statement for female empowerment and liberation –challenging their original meaning of restriction.

As American designer Marc Jacobs said in his tribute to Westwood: “You did it first. Always. Incredible style with brilliant and meaningful substance.”

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“We have been adapting the way we make our clothes and accessories over the last few years to reflect the growing urgency to change how the industry operates”

FLORIS LONDON MULBERRY FIG EAU DE PARFUM

cardamom supported from the heart with fragrant green tones of vetiver and cypress. Amyris, cedarwood and sandalwood emphasise the overall woody character that permeates through the perfume. Combined with hints of fruit within the fragrance which are reminiscent of the Park’s beautiful cherry blossom trees in bloom, the blend complements the deeper, slightly spicier notes of rich, green vetiver and warm, smooth woods which round off the scent and add good balance.

Aquick promenade away from our Jermyn Street shop lies St James’s, one of London’s oldest Royal Parks, surrounded by some of the country’s most famous landmarks and lush greenery. Creamy sweet and bitter green aromas encompass the shoreline of the blissful lake towered by an abundance of fig trees, immense in scale with elongated deciduous leaves flaunting their architectural foliage, believed to be the largest in Britain. The impressive fig trees that border the peaceful lake have a particularly remarkable, lingering scent and it was this uplifting aroma and tranquil haven that provided the inspiration for Mulberry Fig, the latest adorned scent that now enters the brand’s Private Collection of exquisite perfumes.

Mulberry Fig Eau de Parfum is a scent that evokes a floral amber fragrance combining the soft powdery character of orris with hints of fruit and spice. The perfume opens with a sparkle of fig and

THE DETAILS

Mulberry Fig Eau de Parfum 100ml | RRP £180 10ml | RRP £30

As British Family Perfumers Since 1730, Floris has stood in the heart of Jermyn Street for nearly 300 years and are proud to be the standard bearers of perfumery expertise in London. Channelling their own unique inherent style and character, their rooted British artisanal standards compose refined fragrances for the many. If you have ever paid their Jermyn Street boutique a visit and been welcomed by the light, comforting and homely aroma that draws you in, you will know all about the particular magic of the famous store. The original dark mahogany cabinets adorn the walls, carrying their entire collection of fragrances and a veritable treasure trove of what 290 years of perfume history looks like.

Launching 19th January 2023, and available now to pre-order online at florislondon.com

HOME & GARDEN

A collection of the finest house and garden companies

IMAGE: HUCKLEBERRY CREATES A UNIQUE KITCHEN FOR HOUSE OF HACKNEY

Interiors

FEEL THE WARMTH

Made for those who want to experience the delights of being totally wrapped in linen, our Warm Clay bedtime bundle, in a vintage-inspired dusky pink, is made from super soft 100% stonewashed European flax. Our Bedtime Bundles consist of a duvet cover, a sheet and a pair of pillowcases. Opt for a consistent Warm Clay colour-scheme or contrast with our classically crisp White linen sheets, with the option to add on extras if desired. Linen keeps you cosy and warm in the winter, cool in the summer and is highly breathable. pigletinbed.com

STYLISH STORAGE

This compact multi drawer unit provides the perfect perch for your TV. Our wood and metal drawer unit features two different vintage style cast iron handles on rich coloured solid mango wood drawers and paired with a modern grey body.

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TIMELESS STYLE

Timeless and effortlessly stylish, Olive & Barr truly celebrates the glory of British craftsmanship with shaker kitchen cabinetry handcrafted by skilled artisans right here in the UK. oliveandbarr.com

GREEN GIANT

We simply love this striking, giant ceramic vase vital grasswith a grass green glaze. 40cm height x 26cm diameter. curatedliving.co.uk

MADE WITH LOVE

These hand stitched silk embroideries show simple designs of flowers, with a pair of pink butterflies fluttering above, or an intricately stitched design with pink and mauve peony flowers They are finely worked and are typical of the delicate needlework used to decorate traditional Chinese costumes. They come mounted and framed as shown. shimu.co.uk

An ode to curves

Tout in favour of the round. In the home, curves are calming, they imply comfort, softness and safety – no objects threatening to bash shins or cause dents here.

PLAY TIME

Now roundness has really kicked off, the newest designer pieces showcasing exaggerated, extravagant, expressive curves that go over-the-top with size, scale or configuration. While in more traditional shapes this may be too imposing or impactful for indoors, without angles the new forms are childlike and friendly – often with a dash of the cheeky or whimsical.

AU NATUREL

These designs also hint at the organic, many of the shapes appearing gently smoothed over time, or obviously sculpted by human hands. While perfect circles, discs and spheres still play a part in the contemporary interior, they’re supported by forms that are imperfect, tying in with our ongoing love affair with nature and bringing the outdoor in to create an inherently relaxing mood.

PRODUCT PICKS

Round and round Is it a piece of art, or something practical? The Stami daybed by

Milanese designers Studiopepe for Gallotti & Radice is all about curves, its straight lines almost invisible. A tale of two halves, its lower frame – if it can really be called that – is composed of impossibly delicate slices of black stained ash, which seem to loop and grow around the cushions above, flawlessly providing levelled support while making its own visual impression. The upholstered upper section is so sleek it looks naturally formed, the oval and cylindrical leather cushions impossibly smooth like something made in the digital world rather than reality. Stami daybed by Gallotti & Radice, £7,880

Supersized

Made up of just two substantial segments, the seat of Lema’s Claire armchair by Norm Architects nods strongly to nature, combining

STAMI DAYBED BY GALLOTTI & RADICE, £7,880

Denver Dattero

epic upholstered forms with a slick, minimal frame. The two cushion sections are rounded like a pair of pebbles eroded by time and slowly drawn together, their exaggerated size and quiet-yet-monumental curves at once indulgent and humble, emanating warmth and serenity. Claire armchair by Lema, £3,100

Perfect imperfection

Combining the organic with geometric precision, the Maxim Argile dining table by Pio and Tito Toso for Cattelan Italia melds a perfectly rounded, touch-me-smooth table top with a trio of alluring concave legs. Expertly crafted from liquid cement which is poured into a mould in the same way a sculpture is produced, when solidified the material has a gentle, tactile finish. The simple, oversized shapes imbue the design with a natural feel, its base akin to mysteriously enlarged petals or leaves creating a subtle yet striking statement.

Maxim Argile dining table by Cattelan Italia, £5980

Charismatic contours

Making an impression with its wing-like double backrest, finding strict linearity on the Aldora Sofa by Cristina Celestino for Moooi is like playing a long game of hide and seek. Its impressive backrest inspired by the arcing lines of Calla Lilies and prompting visions of pretty flying insects, the flowing flamboyant form is both somewhere to get comfortable on as well as an upholstered sculpture, bestowing joy and character on the room with its presence alone.

Aldora Sofa by Moooi, £3650 chaplins.co.uk

ABOVE AND BELOW: ALDORA SOFA BY MOOOI, £3650

THIS IMAGE AND TOP RIGHT: CLAIRE ARMCHAIR BY LEMA, £3,100

“Lema’s Claire armchair by Norm Architects nods strongly to nature, combining epic upholstered forms with a slick, minimal frame”

Architectural Bronze Casements

Architectural Bronze Casements design and hand make a unique and stylish range of bronze products including windows, doors, screens and secondary glazing; and we are the preferred choice for many leading architects and specialists within the design and build sector and have been involved in many award-winning prestigious projects around the world.

Our Bronze windows and doors are used widely in refurbishment and are also specified for some incredible new builds. Most widely used are our internal and external screens that can be cleverly designed to fit in the most unusual of rooms, creating a striking feature as well as letting light into internal spaces.

Bronze has been used for shower screens, decorative display

The Luxury of real bronze. Stylish bespoke hand-made bronze windows, doors, screens and secondary glazing

For those looking for a luxury product which will transform the look of a home, Architectural Bronze is an extremely versatile and beautiful metal and our products have a unique richness and depth of colour that is striking for both traditional and contemporary architecture, and for use either internally or externally.

Real Bronze is a prized material and offers an exciting alternative to aluminium and steel products readily available. Its patina is available in two finishes - Classic Mid Bronze showing off a rich lustre, and Dark Bronze lending it’s depth of colour to a clean contemporary look.

Architectural bronze will define the quality of a renovation or new build by virtue of its fine detail and stunning appearance. It has to be seen and compared to appreciate the difference.

cabinets and fine wine display cases. Architectural Bronze are also the only company to provide secondary double glazing, which has massive benefits in improving thermal efficiency, soundproofing and security for city dwellings.

THE DETAILS

To explore the beauty of bronze, visit The Building Centre in London or call 01476 249 494 for a brochure or samples or a visit to our factory and offices to discuss your project. bronzecasements.com illustrates the diversity of projects undertaken.

“Our Bronze windows and doors are used widely in refurbishment and are also specified for some incredible new builds”

Tucked away at the entrance to the mystical Cornish Castle of Trematon sits a small lodge house – ‘Quercus Lodge’ – an unassuming octagonal building painted in a dusky cream. Nothing on the outside suggests what you will find within: a riot of pattern and colour, layered fabrics and wallpapers that draw you into a fantasy world of flowers and foliage. Here, the kitchen feels pared back by comparison to the other rooms, with its Huckleberry freestanding kitchen furniture uniquely customised for House of Hackney.

Beginning the latest project in the renovation of their home the Castle of Trematon, owners of House of Hackney Frieda Gormley and and Javvy M Royle approached Huckleberry to design and make a kitchen for the castle’s lodge house. Huckleberry’s Matt and Claire Podesta met Frieda and Javvy and quickly bonded over their shared ethos of sustainability and love of British-made design. And so the plan for the Quercus Lodge kitchen was born.

Huckleberry’s freestanding kitchen furniture is designed

Huckleberry creates a unique kitchen for House of Hackney

primarily as stand-alone pieces which emanate balance and proportion, but at the same time incorporate appliances, sinks and taps. It is made to look as though it could have been in the house for years, if not decades, completely comfortable in its surroundings. The family of furniture includes islands, dressers, base cabinets incorporating sinks, hobs and dishwashers, tall cupboards, plate racks and tables.

Creating kitchen furniture for this project was exciting especially incorporating the new range of House of Hackney paint and tiles. Huckleberry’s Scullery Bench has been given a House of Hackney twist including a decorative frieze, which is also used on the cooker hood, and finished off with hand turned oak acorn finials.

“Inspired by Georgian cabinetry and Arts and Crafts values, Huckleberry were the perfect people to create the kitchen for the Quercus Lodge,” says Frieda Gormley. “With sustainability at the heart of the brand, their distinctive, enduring design, quality British craftsmanship and responsibly sourced wood ensure each piece is made to last a lifetime; and the results are truly beautiful.”

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SHORT-TERM HOME RENTAL, MADE EASY…

As you look ahead to 2023, the possibilities of memorable destinations, undisturbed relaxation and breathtaking views await. Do you ever find yourself wondering, as you turn your key in the door of your home to lock it, ready to leave for the airport, that perhaps your home could have paid for the whole trip, if you just rented it out to guests? It’s too much hassle, you tell yourself as you close the car door. Yet, with Veeve’s fully managed service, designed for lived-in private homes, hosting guests doesn’t need to take over your holiday. Their dedicated team will do all the hard work involved with short-term rental for you — from housekeeping to checking-in guests, receiving bookings to managing your property. Which means all you have to do is let them know the dates you will be travelling in order to earn an average of £1,500 per week from your London home.

Operating in popular pockets of London including Kensington, Islington, Westminster, Clapham and many more, their tailored service means that everything is taken care of on your behalf, so your home can work for you. Once you sign up as a Veeve host, a professional photoshoot is carried out, so the property can be listed on Veeve.com, as well as a vast network of booking portals such as Booking.com, ensuring global marketing of your home to affluent travellers. Veeve covers every aspect of the guest journey, from providing hotel-style linens, towels and toiletries for your guests, organising keys and check-ins, to housekeeping and property management. What’s more, all Veeve hosts have their own personal Account Manager, who is just a message or phone call away and can take care of everything for you.

“Once you sign up as a Veeve host, a professional photoshoot is carried out, so the property can be listed on Veeve.com, as well as a vast network of booking portals such as Booking.com”

HEAR FROM THE HOSTS: THE VEEVE EXPERIENCE

Clare // Maida Vale

“I let my home through Veeve for the first time recently. I was understandably nervous but Veeve made this a really easy process, all concerned were so professional and accessible. From my first meeting, to my first guest I felt fully supported and my flat was let consistently when available and was returned to me in immaculate condition.”

Serena // Notting Hill

“As I live abroad for a considerable part of the year it is incredible that my beautiful flat can earn money rather than lay dormant. All of which is beautifully managed by the Veeve team. An email simply pops into my in tray with the latest booking, whilst I do not have to worry about a thing as Veeve provide their own toiletries, sheets, and even a very nice handy man when needed. What’s not to love!”

Nick // Balham

“We’ve been delighted with Veeve’s proactivity – advising us on availability, promoting our property, and generally making the booking process effortless on our side. They’ve also done a great job managing our guests and helping resolve the minor difficulties that inevitably arise from time to time.”

MY LIFE MY ART

My art is my way of expressing myself. To find enlightenment with a creative piece of art that whispers soft and pleasing surrealism is something that I hold close to my life’s passion. Art has no shape, no real static movement. It’s flexible and molten which embodies the essence of creativity. You might think that it’s a strange way to describe my life’s work but it’s that my very true conscience talking. It’s my best shot at describing the way I approach my projects as a lighting designer.

My personal take on art is expressing why we are here. I’m driven by my passion to create objects that can reflect an obvious pleasurable presence. It’s not an easy task when you try to control it as a lighting designer, but given the tools of experience and understanding, expression starts to become fluid and flowing. It’s a

matter of conveying that message so that it’s observed from that same viewpoint, without too much verbal convincing. My hope is that you understand my approach encompassed with what intrigues me and how my train of thought develops. Suffice is to say, I love my work as I’m getting to know myself.

My pieces are specifically designed to work with your exact requirements – a work of art that will not lose its beauty. To preserve the uniqueness and artistic value of the chandeliers and luxury lighting, I do not use ready-made or off-the- shelf components, all parts are designed specifically for you. As a high end lighting designer I place great importance on the visual appeal of everything I design and create. I take care not to show the inner armature of the chandelier. All inner lighting is designed to light up as a 360-degree spread, unlike the offerings of many of my competitors. I take exceptional care to ensure the correct flow of light, without hot-spots by employing up to five times as many lamps than many of my competitors. In short, Rocco Borghese signature of distinction and name is synonymous with quality and elegance. We are the only glass lighting feature specialist with the ability to create a lifetime investment as individual as you.

Rocco Borghese

A more energy-efficient period home with secondary glazing

sensitive and adaptable solution that can make a real difference.

Storm Windows is a secondary glazing company who specialize creating bespoke secondary glazing for heritage, older and listed buildings that dramatically improve energy efficiency without compromising the aesthetics of the building.

Secondary glazing can also help to reduce the impact of outside noise. By adding an internal layer in the form of secondary glazing to a primary window, noise from traffic, building works or noisy neighbours will be radically reduced.

Improving the quality of life for the UK’s most famous pensioners

The Royal Chelsea Hospital is home to the UK’s most famous retirees, the Chelsea Pensioners.

Anyone who owns a period property will understand the challenges that it can present when it comes to energy efficiency. UK housing stock contains much older properties that have been in almost continual use for centuries. While this adds to the overall attractiveness of the built environment, it does mean that we need to think creatively to find solutions to modern challenges.

How do you improve the energy efficiency of an older property without damaging its aesthetic appeal?

Secondary glazing is a perfect solution for listed properties.

If you live in a period property you will understand that many of the techniques often applied to non-listed properties are out of the question. Modern double glazing, which is often used in non-listed properties to reduce the energy loss from windows, cannot be used. However, there is an alternative. Secondary glazing is a

Their residence is a centuries-old, listed building that presented considerable challenges when it comes to energy efficiency. Storm were called in to fit bespoke secondary glazing to the resident bedrooms which has made the rooms warmer, quieter and more comfortable for the residents while enhancing the aesthetic appeal of this old building.

Secondary glazing is a practical and attractive solution if you want to make your period property more energy efficient. Storm Windows are heritage property specialists and have extensive experience in enhancing historic buildings whilst maintaining their aesthetic appeal.

THE DETAILS

To find out more about their unique approach and the benefits it can deliver, call 01384 636365 or email sales@stormwindows.co.uk