St Albans Life Magazine January 2014

ST ALBANS LIFE

ST ALBANS LIFE ISSUE 88

JANUARY 2014

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Welcome to our January issue...

McMullen, the whole hop brewery based in Hertford, has been run by the McMullen family since 1827. Peter McMullen, a Master Cooper by profession, first established the business, making barrels and casks and selling them to the ten small brewing companies that were established in Hertford town at that time.

He soon decided to go into brewing, starting in an outhouse adjacent to his cooperage before building and moving to a full scale commercial brewery, known as the Mill Bridge Brewery, less than three years later. It was not until Boxing Day 1836 that Peter bought his first pub, the Greyhound at Bengeo, on the edge of Hertford. The deal included three cottages on four acres of land at a consideration of £481. Like the Greyhound, over half the current pubs owned by McMullen have been sustainably operated by the company for over 100 years, and continue to provide customers with beers from the brewery. We take a closer look at the fascinating history of our local brewery.

This Valentine’s Day the luxury Brocket Hall estate is embracing good, old-fashioned romance by opening the doors of its opulent 18th Century manor to lovebirds looking to escape the hustle and bustle and immerse themselves in the amorous day.

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As an estate, Brocket Hall has a rich and varied history that has seen its fair share of love and romance, dating back to the 18th Century. Its most notable love story is that of Lady Caroline Lamb, the wife of the second Lord Melbourne who owned the estate in the 1800s, and her romantic liaisons with the famous poet Lord Byron. Their whirlwind was a hot topic within society at the time and was described by Lady Caroline as ‘mad, bad and dangerous to know’.

As well as this, the estate has been the residence of two former Prime Ministers and a country retreat for Queen Victoria. Today Brocket Hall specialises in love and romance, by hosting standout weddings across its three luxury venues.

A handful of Marvel Comics’ most celebrated comic book covers have been launched as a limited edition collection of artwork. Featured works include Spider-Man, The Hulk and The Avengers which have all been personally signed by Stan Lee. Works are available for acquisition from Gallery Rouge in St Albans.

This gives you just a small taste of exciting events & articles featured in this month’s issue...

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A hidden Gem in the heart of Hertfordshire George Street nestles in the Cathedral quarter of Old St Albans. Dating back to the 17th Century it is truly charming and the home to beautiful independent shops... the ideal place to source individual presents for the important people in your life. A stroll down the street introduces you to shops with real character. It is truly a pleasure to explore the treasures that lay within!

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One of the highlights of the street is a jewellers called Galio. Their ethos forms part of the fabric of the soul of the area, it is the embodiment of the past in harmony with the present. An old building with original features sets off the contemporary décor perfectly.. and their range of Jewellery and watches continue the theme.

Galio’s watch collection is designed to appeal to the design conscious individualist. Someone who appreciates value and a choice not available on the high street. Featuring 3 British brands they like to support local talent whilst celebrating niche fine quality International names.

Short-listed for Best UK Independent Jewellery Retailer and recipients of the Retail Jeweller’s award for Innovation, GALIO is unique. Recently it has come of age with a beautiful refurbishment of their George Street store.

A new look fascia & front window accompanies the launch of a brand new Bridal Bar inside. With an impressive range of engagement rings from traditional to contemporary; there are over 500 fine quality styles available and a full bespoke service from their in-house designer.

Something for every budget, you won’t need to go anywhere else for that special day.

Established in 1992 the business is continually evolving. Specializing in fine quality modern Jewellery, Galio incorporates the best in design & quality with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere created by their team of sales consultants. Individual British boutique designers and international brands combine so you will always find something different to delight your senses.

Perfectly formed they utilise only the finest quality diamonds and coloured gemstones in a choice of limited edition, ready to wear collections and a specialist bespoke designs, all work is of the highest caliber.

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Brands featured include; Bell & Ross, Bremont, Frederique Constant, Graham, Jaeger Le-Coultre, Seven Friday, Gc, Bering and Eliot Brown Each brand offers a unique point of difference and brings something vibrant to the collection.

George Street’s Crowning Glory Galio has enjoyed 21 years of trading on George Street. Indeed the road is a tribute to the tenacious nature of independent retailing and the power of consumers who want individual quality and care.

Their loyal clientele appreciate a personal touch and understand the pleasure that real shopping can bring. They have discovered what a real experience it is to be looked after in a shop where people recognise and value you. The real test is that they continue to attract a new and excited following.

December opening hours Monday-Saturday 10.00am-5.00pm Sunday 11.00am-4.00pm, Closed: 25th-27th December 2013 To discover what makes Galio so different and keeps people coming back visit them at: 4 George Street, AL3 4ER or call: 01727 860329 www.galio.co.uk

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THE SHIRE The only Seve Ballesteros designed golf course in the UK

“I’ve designed many courses around the world, but this is my first in the UK. I was waiting for an opportunity to create a golf complex with a course which looked and played like I thought it should and with first class clubhouse and leisure facilities.”

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We are doing our bit to encourage beginners by launching a new Get Into Golf membership... new blood is essential if golf is to attract the commercial investment it needs to keep up with other sports, many of which receive more government funds than golf, in this country at least.

One look at the Ballesteros Masters golf course in May will tell you that our magnificent, international-class golf course truly will look, and play, better this season than it has ever done. Elsewhere on this website you can read about some of the work which Tony Peterson’s course management team has been doing, but we are as passionate about presenting the course in best-possible condition, as you are about playing it. On the greens, we’ll average between 10 and 11 on the Stimpmeter this season, much faster than the average for Hertfordshire. Augusta is 13.

“Brush With Death” for The Shire London founder inspires MidSummer Masters The Shire London owner Tony Menai Davis announces star-studded celebrity golf event to raise money for the hospital which saved his life.

Mid-Summer Masters, 21st June 2013, aims to raise £24,000 to pay for an ECMO machine at Papworth Hospital . May 31st 2012 seemed to be just another Thursday at The Shire London Golf Club, but it ended in a dramatic ambulance journey, and a brush with death for the club’s owner, Tony Menai Davis. And now the Welsh-born golf entrepreneur, who in December 2012 opened the West London Golf Centre near Ruislip has announced a celebrity golf day to be held at his golf club on the longest day of the year, to raise funds to buy an ECMO machine – the device which kept him alive, at Papworth Hospital.

e’re looking forward to another eventful and enjoyable summertime at The Shire London, and as we enter our seventh season we have a typically full agenda here at the club. Although many of you will by now have visited our new range in west London, and will be aware of the two golf courses we are building over there, no matter what happens elsewhere in the group The Shire London will always be our priority. It is the standardsetter for everything which we are doing. Memberships at The Shire are among London’s most-prized, and we always strive to give you, our valued Members, the best possible service and quality.

For more information about The Shire London, St Albans Road, Barnet, Herts EN5 4RE call 020 8441 7649 or email golf@theshirelondon.com www. theshirelondon.com 1 0 J A N U A RY 2 0 1 4

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Adventure awaits with the Freelander 2 at Hadley Green With Land Rover DNA at its heart, Freelander 2 can take anything life throws at it. Smart in the city and tough in the country, it has everything you want from an SUV with the readiness you need for everyday life.

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ome rain or shine, Storms become showers and gales are a breeze in Freelander 2. Its combination of advanced allterrain technologies and robust design delivers the kind of reassuring drive that’s appreciated by driver and passengers alike. Get a better view. Settle into the driver’s seat and see the advantage of being raised above the traffic in the Command Driving Position. With improved visibility of the vehicle’s corners and the road ahead, you’re at the centre of every journey.

Spacious and adaptable - Freelander 2’s loadspace is as generous as it is versatile. From 755 to 1,670 litres depending on seat configuration, it’s large enough to take you and whatever you need.

Easing the way - In Freelander 2 we’ve already done the thinking for you.

Rain sensing wipers, automatic headlights and heated front seats are just some of the available features not letting the elements get in your way.

Ready for anything - Freelander 2 has been tested in temperatures from -40° to +50° and at altitudes of up to 14,000 feet. Generous approach and departure angles and high ground clearance are coupled with Land Rover’s sophisticated driving aids to open up a world of possibilities.

You’re ready to take the rough with the smooth, with Freelander 2’s stability control systems. They work together to reduce speed and apply braking force to individual wheels, providing support when you most need it.

Welcome to Hadley Green Supplying New & Used Cars in Hertfordshire Hadley Green is a well-established dealership group with franchises throughout Surrey and Hampshire, as well as a Bentley, Land Rover and

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Jaguar in Barnet, North London. We are an established dealership with decades of experience in providing excellent cars and the highest standard of customer service. We offer a variety of new and pre-owned cars large enough to appeal to all tastes and budgets. The attentive staff at any of our dealerships will provide the help and impartial advice you need when purchasing one of our cars, as well as relevant information on financial and insurance arrangements.

As well as our assortment of new and used cars, and vans for domestic customers, we are also known as one of Southern England’s most reputable provider of fleet cars for businesses of all sizes and categories.

Servicing and parts - from the moment you contact Hadley Green, you will be dealing with highly trained and qualified specialists.

What to expect - When you bring your vehicle to us, you’ll be offered a courtesy car to get you home. Then we get down to work, using cuttingedge diagnostic equipment to identify any problems. Our technicians will only use tools specifically designed for our cars and they will only fit genuine parts and accessories.

When the job’s done - We believe in complete transparency, so there won’t be any unexpected charges on your bill. If your car is still under warranty, any work carried out will be covered by your Vehicle Warranty, and all Genuine Parts will also be covered by our Parts and Accessories Warranty.

Finally, the Service Record section of your Service Portfolio booklet will be officially stamped.

Why not visit us today at Hadley Green Garages, Victors Way, off Moxon Street, Barnet, EN5 5TZ or call us on 0208 440 8252. www.hadleygreen.co.uk

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Too much Time on your hands?

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nce upon a time a man would own one watch. It would be cared for, maintained and possibly only worn on special occasions rather than every day – especially if the owner worked in manual labour. I say ‘own’ rather than buy because this watch may have been passed down from father to son or bought as a gift for a significant birthday. Ladies often went without a watch altogether and if they wore one, the same rules applied as for men.

Back then, watches were an important and relatively expensive purchase and the idea of a collection or ‘wardrobe’ of watches would have been out of the question.

Things have changed and, despite the fact that the correct time is displayed all around us on computer monitors, mobile phones and even microwave ovens, watch ownership continues to rise. Whether they are Swatches or the finest haute – horology

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more of us have an increasing number of watches. Not that these are curated collections, carefully built up after careful consideration of each purchase – rather we accumulate watches, as gifts, pieces bought in our youth that we would never wear now, family bequests as well as current favourites. Our tastes evolve over time and the watches that fall out of favour end up at the back of the drawer gathering dust.

What better way to offset the cost of the festive season than by having a little clear-out? While a drawer full of cheap and cheerful quartz may not pay off the bills – you never know what you might find.

That watch you inherited but never wear may be a vintage classic. You might find that you only wear white metal now, leaving a collection of gold or gold-plated pieces bereft and ignored. What may be a dated and ugly watch to you may be a retro

gem to a collector – or maybe not.

Fellows Auctioneers handle more watches per year than any other UK auction house and offer watches for sale at a wide range of values. Valuations for auction are free and can be requested through the Fellows website very easily. With over 35 watch and watch-related auctions per year you never have long to wait for your items to sell. The auction process is an increasingly popular way to sell watches and jewellery. The worldwide exposure of the sales through the development of online bidding means that your goods achieve their true market value while the auction charges are often much lower than the margin a dealer or retail shop would hope to make.

If you think you might have some unloved watches in the back of a drawer or the bottom of a jewellery box, get in touch with Fellows. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will let you know whether it would be suitable for auction and how much you might expect to make.

For more information please visit www.fellows.co.uk

An auction of Vintage & Modern Wrist Watches Monday 20th January at 11am A gentleman’s Breitling for Bentley Flying B wrist watch.

Estimate £1,500 – £2,000 A gentleman’s Hublot Big Bang wrist watch.

Estimate £3,500 – £4,500 A gentleman’s Graham Chronofighter wrist watch.

Estimate £2,000 – £3,000

www.fellows.co.uk Fellows Auctioneers | 19 Augusta Street | Birmingham B18 6JA | 0121 212 2131 London Office (By Appointment) | 2nd Floor |3 Queen Street | London W1J 5PA | 020 7127 4198

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Love is in the air on the Brocket Hall estate This Valentine’s Day the luxury Brocket Hall estate is embracing good, old-fashioned romance by opening the doors of its opulent 18th Century manor to lovebirds looking to escape the hustle and bustle and immerse themselves in the amorous day.

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s an estate, Brocket Hall has a rich and varied history that has seen its fair share of love and romance, dating back to the 18th Century. Its most notable love story is that of Lady Caroline Lamb, the wife of the second Lord Melbourne who owned the estate in the 1800s, and her romantic liaisons with the famous poet Lord Byron. Their whirlwind was a hot topic within society at the time and was described by Lady Caroline as ‘mad, bad and

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dangerous to know’. As well as this, the estate has been the residence of two former Prime Ministers and a country retreat for Queen Victoria.

Today Brocket Hall specialises in love and romance, by hosting standout weddings across its three luxury venues.

Set in 543 acres of Hertfordshire countryside, Brocket Hall is usually reserved for those hosting an event in the hall. However, on Saturday

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15th February loved-up couples can spend the night in the 30-bedroom stately home for an evening of Champagne, fine food and plenty of romance. Arriving at 4pm, guests will be greeted by the team of butlers with canapés and a glass of fizz, before they are escorted to their ensuite love-nest. Dinner will be served in the grand ballroom, which was used as the Netherfield ballroom in the BBC version of Pride and Prejudice, to the serenading sounds of a live pianist. Couples will dine on a four-course seasonal tasting menu, lovingly prepared by Marcus McGuinness, who is the head chef at the estate’s award-winning restaurant, Auberge du Lac, and culinary consultant, two Michelinstarred chef Anthony Demetre.

On Sunday 16th infatuated partners can visit the magnificent stately home for a Valentine’s afternoon tea. Served in the ballroom, in traditional butler style, couples can enjoy exquisite hand-baked pastries and dainty cakes, whilst taking in the majestic surroundings. To mark the special occasion, Champagne will be served throughout the afternoon and each lady will receive a symbolic, single red rose.

For food lovers, Auberge du Lac will be serving a six-course tasting menu on both Friday 14th and Saturday 15th February. The three AA rosette restaurant is the perfect location to spend the most romantic weekend of the year, with its idyllic, intimate setting overlooking the Broadwater Lake which runs through the estate. Marcus and Anthony will work together to create the fine-dining menu, which will focus on seasonal produce and Marcus’s passion for foraging, particularly within the grounds of the hall.

To make this day of romance extra special, starry-eyed guests can combine their gourmet dinner with an overnight stay in the estate’s Melbourne Lodge. This 16-bedroom Georgian coach house conversion is positioned in a tranquil setting, overlooking the estate, its two championship golf courses and Brocket Hall itself.

This Auberge Valentines Experience package includes Champagne, flowers and chocolate laid out in the bedroom, a six-course tasting menu at Auberge du Lac, overnight accommodation on Friday 14th February and breakfast the following morning in the Watershyppes Restaurant, located in Brocket Hall Golf Club.

How to book To spend a romantic night at Brocket Hall on Saturday 15th February for £450 per couple, or enjoy a Valentines Afternoon Tea on Sunday 16th February for £45 per person, please call the events team on 01707 368 700 or email events@brocket-hall.co.uk.

A six-course tasting menu at Auberge du Lac on Friday 14th and Saturday 15th costs £250 per couple, £345 to include wine and £390 with champagne. To book please call the Auberge reception on 01707 368 888 or email auberge@brocket-hall.co.uk.

The Auberge Valentine’s Experience is £450 per couple and includes overnight accommodation in the Melbourne Lodge.

To make a reservation please call the Auberge reception on 01707 368 700 or email info@brocket-hall.co.uk.

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Happy Birthday

Stan Lee!

The legend behind Marvel Comics celebrates his 91st Birthday

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t an age when most people would be taking it easy, Lee is anything but pedestrian. It is impossible to overstate the impact Lee has had on millions of children both young and old through his magically escapist creations.

Born in New York City on December 28th, 1922, Stanley Martin Lieber was heavily influenced as a child by books and movies, particularly those with Errol Flynn in heroic roles. Growing up in the Bronx wasn’t easy, especially during the period of the Great Depression, and Lee harboured dreams of one day writing the great American novel.

Lee got his first break when, with the help of his uncle, he became an assistant in 1939 at the then newly created Timely Comics. “In those days [the artists] dipped the pen in ink, [so] I had to make sure the inkwells were filled. I went down and got them their lunch, I did proof reading, I erased the pencils from the finished pages for them”. The young Stanley Lieber’s writing ambitions were to take a leap forward with his debut contribution to the third Captain America Comics issue, where he first used the pseudonym ‘Stan Lee’ (which he later adopted as his legal name).

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By his 19th birthday Lee had been promoted to interim Editor. In the 1960’s, Timely Comics would evolve into Marvel Comics, and thus an empire began.

Stan Lee has been responsible for co-creating some of the most memorable superheroes in Marvel Comics history; with Jack Kirby he created The Hulk, Iron Man, Thor and X-Men; with Bill Everett he created Daredevil and with Steve Ditko he created Doctor Strange and the hugely successful Spider-Man. A handful of Marvel Comics’ most celebrated comic book covers have been launched as a limited edition collection of artwork. Featured works include Spider-Man, The Hulk and The Avengers which have all been personally signed by Stan Lee. Works are available for acquisition from Gallery Rouge in St Albans.

The appetite for superheroes continues to rise, especially with the transfer of characters into blockbuster film creations, opening up Marvel to a whole new generation of enthusiasts. Demonstrating his fun side, Lee is well known for making cameo appearances in those films. When you’re next watching, see if you can spot him!

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Design Trends for 2014

Now is a great time to reinvigorate your home and add those touches which will make all the difference for the year ahead.

As the Christmas decorations come down, you are presented with a perfect opportunity to reflect on how you can bring the most out of your living space. Maybe it’s time to change the curtains, add new furnishings or simply change the wall colours.

David Keeps from the Wall Street Journal identifies that for the last few years the colour trend has been towards lilacs and purples, but that is now changing. Elle Décor agrees, citing Pantone’s latest colour range of bright and bold colours in particular ‘Radiant Orichid’ which is a deep blue. Cobalt, navy blue and light blue will also heavily feature this year.

“We are going to see some very dramatic rooms with dark walls” Jeanine Hays of aphrochic.com writes. “Move over white walls, in 2014 we’ll be seeing rooms with a lot more

drama and glamour. Dark, moody walls in black will be the perfect backdrop to the accessories that we are loving right now”.

Top New York Interior Designer Sara Story commented “Everyone will be focusing on art in 2014 – it’s so much more approachable these days”. When asked where she felt design styles were heading, she believes retro and vintage art will be strong this year.

“I think we’ll see a trend towards chameleon decor.

Instead of settling on one fixed look, people will opt for a versatile neutral base and use big-impact accents to easily change their decor.” states Arianna Vargas in House Beautiful With that in mind, here are a few art suggestions to get you started. You can view a wider selection of work by visiting www. galleryrouge.co.uk , or by visiting their studios in St Albans and Harpenden.

27 Chequer St, St Albans, AL1 3YJ 01727 860401 stalbans@galleryrouge.co.uk

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History of the McMullen Brewery McMullen, the whole hop brewery based in Hertford, has been run by the McMullen family since 1827.

Peter McMullen, a Master Cooper by profession, first established the business, making barrels and casks and selling them to the ten small brewing companies that were established in Hertford town at that time.

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e soon decided to go into brewing, starting in an outhouse adjacent to his cooperage before building and moving to a full scale commercial brewery, known as the Mill Bridge Brewery, less than three years later.

It was not until Boxing Day 1836 that Peter bought his first pub, the Greyhound at Bengeo, on the edge of Hertford.

The deal included three cottages on four acres of land at a consideration of £481. Like the Greyhound, over half the current pubs owned by McMullen have been sustainably operated by the company for over 100 years, and continue to provide customers with beers from the brewery.

In 1891 a McMullen brewery was built in the centre of Hertford along with the first well which was ‘sunk’ to a depth of 140 feet. It took nine days to complete the job and cost £93-18s-8d! Since then two more wells have been ‘sunk’, going down some 250 feet (the equivalent of Nelson’s Column), maintaining McMullen’s own unique supply of natural water for brewing operations, to ensure quality and consistency.

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to supply the growing demand for cask ale and lager from McMullen’s many ‘free trade’ customers and its own pub estate.

In the mid-1990s the consistent quality of McMullen’s cask ales was recognised when it was presented with the first ‘Brewer of the Year’ award from the Parliamentary Beer Club. It has continued to receive numerous industry awards, including being named as East Anglia Brewer of the Year by CAMRA in 2010.

McMullen was a finalist of the Tenanted Pub Company of the Year category at the Publican’s Awards in 2011 and 2012, and was Highly Commended in 2012.

The company continued to grow, and 2005 saw the opening of the McMullen Training Centre and the Development Kitchen, while it was also awarded first place in the National Industry Training Awards for having the Best Development Programme in Managed Houses.

In 2006 a new smaller brewery, the Whole Hop Brewery, was opened after a £1million investment. The new brewery was designed by Head Brewer, Chris Evans, to ensure it consistently produces cask ales that meet stringent high standards to reassure cask ale connoisseurs.

This modern, clean and efficient brewhouse allows precise control over temperature, clarity, colour, taste and the time taken during each process.

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The company now operates 49 tenanted pubs and 86 managed outlets, including seven Baroosh style bars, the first of which opened in Hertford in 2000. While the majority of McMullen pubs and bars are located in Hertfordshire the estate ranges from central London to Chelmsford in the East, to Marlow in the West, to Cambridge in the North and Fleet in the South.

McMullen believes in working closely with all its tenants and operators.

Being part of the Independent Family Brewers of Britain means it benefits enormously from that heritage and the ‘family’ feel that makes working with McMullen feel personal. McMullen prides itself on the long term sustainable relationships with its tenants.

McMullen is committed to ensuring that it matches the right candidates to the right pubs to ensure long term success, and is always looking out for talented and driven entrepreneurs, though not necessarily experienced operators. McMullen has successfully helped many tenants to get their first business, whether by assisting them to gain entry financially, choosing the right agreement for them, or by training them in the skills needed to get into the business. McMullen believes that the right attitude and passion is more important than your bank balance or experience pulling pints!

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McMullen offers a range of flexible agreements to suit each applicant and pub, as well as different styles of pub; some are perfectly suited to those wishing to start off small with less investment and low rent, in order to develop skills and get ready for a bigger challenge in the future. As part of these assisted agreements, McMullen provides free induction courses, mentoring programmes, marketing support, financial training and rebates on business plan costs.

McMullen sees itself as an integral part of Hertford, with many residents either working at the brewery or knowing someone who does, including several generations of the same family in some cases!

Fergus McMullen, Production and Sales Director, is the sixth generation of the family to join the company. He comments: “We’re incredibly proud to have been a part of Hertford life for over 180 years, and could not imagine ever being anywhere else. The brewery has certainly changed since it first opened, but our dedication to offering customers quality, delicious cask ale, remains the same.

“We look forward to continuing to be a Hertford icon for another 180 years!”

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David Beckham buys £600,000 Damien Hirst painting… for his daughter’s new bedroom She may be just two years old but celebrity tot Harper Beckham is already on her way to developing a refined eye for art and fashion.

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overs were spotted carrying a Damien Hirst painting into the Beckham’s new mansion in Kensington, London.

The seven foot painting of a pink heart embellished with butterflies is aptly titled “Daddy’s Girl” and is valued at £600,000., dwarfing a similar artwork commissioned by them for daughter Harper’s first birthday in July 2012.

Hirst, who recently painted a minimal Mickey Mouse for charity, is a friend of David Beckham and the Beckham residence is home to many of his works.

A source was quoted as saying, “The removal firm was extra careful with the Damien Hirst. It was packaged up and no-one wanted to drop it and put a hole in such a valuable work of art.”

This isn’t the first time that the Beckhams have splashed out for their only daughter. Harper’s legendary wardrobe includes outfits and accessories by top designers including Marc Jacobs, Chloé, Burberry and Stella McCartney.

The couple, who are estimated to earn around £100,000 a day, paid £31.5million for the Grade II-listed property – and did not need a mortgage. The purchase went through in September, but was officially recorded only last month.

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Apparently, their new home has seven bathrooms for its eight bedrooms and more than 9,000 sq ft of floor space, not including a 100ft Oriental garden. Interior designer Kelly Hoppen is believed to have been drafted in to help with plans to completely revamp the property.

The couple will sleep in a huge master bedroom, there are three guest rooms, and the kitchen will be fitted to restaurant standards. As well as a large walk-in wardrobe/dressing room, Mrs Beckham, 39, will have a personalised manicure and hairdressing room which will have four nail bars, hairdressing chairs and mirrors surrounded with bulbs.

There will be a playroom for the couple’s children – Brooklyn, 14, Romeo, 11, and Cruz, eight, and daughter Harper, now two – who will each have their own bedroom.

Beckham, 38, has a personal ‘snug’ in the roof of the house which will be equipped with a bar and a pool table.

The couple have a range of business ventures that have allowed them to buy their new home without the need for a loan. His company, Footwork Productions, showed a profit for 2012 of £14.7million, up from £13.4million. Beckham Ventures, which handles Victoria’s fashion business, posted a profit of £2million.

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OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & TRAVEL SHOW 2014 13th – 16th FEBRUARY 2014, EXCEL, LONDON

The UK’s No.1 show for outdoor pursuits, The Telegraph Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show Driven by SEAT (formerly The Outdoors Show and The Active Travel Show) returns with a brand new look and feel. Promising a great day out for all the family and outdoor enthusiasts.

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eaturing six new and exciting zones the show offers FREE have-a-go attractions, inspirational guest speakers, a range of information on everything ‘outdoor, adventure and travel’, as well as the latest gear & equipment at great prices. It is easier than ever to find your way around the show this year so whether you’re passionate about travelling, photography, climbing, water sports, exploring the British countryside or you’re in the market for some new gear – you’re sure to find everything you need and have a great day at the show.

Destinations, tour operators and ‘year out’ companies from across the world come together in the Telegraph Adventure Travel zone to make it a hotspot for globe-trotting adventurers. Pick up great tips and advice for your next trip and discover hidden gems by listening to the travel experts on The Telegraph Travel Stage. Then head next door for a drink and to admire the stunning photographs in the National The show is proud to support the Britain on Foot campaign this year which puts emphasis on encouraging more people to get active outdoors.

Stroll through to the Britain on Foot zone and you’ll find everything you need to make the most out of exploring the UK’s countryside, from campsites and hostels to local tourist boards and activity providers. You can even experience it at the show by sampling and buying local produce from the Small Producers’ Market, relaxing on the Village Green with a drink and learning bushcraft skills in the Wild Britain area.

For a more active, adrenaline-fuelled day out, the Climb & Adventure zone features plenty of FREE have-a-go attractions including the multi-faceted Climbing Village. With walls suitable for all abilities, beginner tuition and master classes courtesy of DMM, the Village caters for all. The Free Drop Experience is new for 2014 and allows visitors to feel the thrill of free fall by jumping from a 5m tall platform into a huge airbag! You’ll also find top climbers and adventurers on the Climb & Adventure Stage sharing advice and stories from their own experiences.

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This year the World’s longest indoor zip wire will be at the Show courtesy of Go Ape and will be a huge 160m long. Plus, there will be two lines so adventurous visitors can race each other! Their Mobile Playground – a Junior High Ropes Course - will also give under 10s the chance to try swinging in the trees for a new experience.

Looking for advice and information on the best photography courses and holidays? Then the Outdoor Photography Departure Lounge is the place for you, where holiday and course providers are happy to chat through the options and find the perfect one for you.

Headline sponsor SEAT will showcase the stunning new Leon ST and offer a test drive at the show. Prior to that, the ST will be really put through its paces in a compelling Adventure Challenge starring a high-profile British adventurer. The challenge will see the spacious and stylish Leon ST demonstrate its versatility, making it perfect for impromptu weekends away and epic road trips. The celebrity adventurer – soon to be revealed - will make a personal appearance at the show, bringing the actual ST used with him.

New for 2014 is the official Outdoors Store which will be run in partnership with Blacks to provide visitors with a real in-store experience at the show. A great range of clothing, footwear, gear and equipment will be available from top brands such as Jack Wolfskin, The North Face, Berghaus, Scarpa and Osprey. With well-informed staff on hand to help and top brands at great prices, you’re bound to find what you’re looking for!

And that’s not all! The Telegraph Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show runs alongside The London Bike Show, the Triathlon Plus Show and the London International Dive Show (Weekend only) with one ticket allowing visitors access into all four shows. This makes a day out at the show great value and an affordable way to have fun.

For more information or to book a ticket, visit http://telegraphoutdoorshow.co.uk

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Courage, Courtesy and Compassion

St Columba’s College provides a seamless education in an inspiring and challenging environment where boys from the age of four to 18 years old aspire to achieve their own best standard.

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Catholic school, St Columba’s is open to boys of wide variety of religious traditions, with learning underpinned by the Columban code of Courage, Courtesy and Compassion. While striving for academic excellence the College realises that it is whole-person education that best prepares boys for the world, recognising that moral and spiritual qualities are essential in achieving roundness of character.

In addition to the curriculum, there is an extensive Extra and Extended Curriculum ranging from the Duke of Edinburgh Award and the Combined Cadet Force to Young Enterprise. These activities develop qualities of selfknowledge, teamwork, leadership and resilience.

The College regularly wins trophies for rugby, athletics, basketball and other sports. There is a strong tradition of music, drama and public speaking with regular concerts and drama productions. Debating is very strong and, in February, the College again won the county final of the ESU Mace.

The school’s strength lies in the combination of high expectations, a culture of mutual respect and care, creating a stimulating happy environment in which boys thrive and learn, building firm foundations for confident socially-skilled pupils. The community is vibrant and the students are the best evidence of what a Columban education can produce.

Most of the Prep boys progress naturally to the Senior School.

Academic performance is good, with boys winning scholarships every year; all are challenged from the earliest stages to ‘achieve their own best standard’. There is a high teacher to pupil ratio, and teaching assistants help throughout the school.

The College is proud of its strong reputation for pastoral care and both the Prep and Senior Schools have a well-developed house system, forging positive relationships and encouraging healthy competition.

Browse the website and book an individual tour of the College with one of the boys: www.stcolumbascollege.org

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The Million Home LONDON HOUSE SET TO BECOME UK’S MOST EXPENSIVE PROPERTY

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he six-storey Grade I listed Regency mansion boasts 50,000 sq ft of living space, nearly as large as a whole football pitch, making it one of the capital’s largest private homes. With a view of St. James’ Park and within walking distance of Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square and Piccadilly Circus. It is situated off The Mall, and is one of the most exclusive streets in London with few residential properties.

Reports have suggested that a ‘strictly confidential’ brochure, which describes 18 Carlton House Terrace as ‘probably the finest residence in London’ has been circulating among the super-wealthy.

The property is registered in the British Virgin Islands, and said to be owned by a member of the Saudi Royal family.

The secret brochure apparently shows interior photographs which were taken in the 1890s, because the current owner does not want to advertise the contents of his home for security reasons. Details on the interior are sketchy, but there is believed to be a magnificent double staircase and a huge ballroom.

According to reports, the house has four storeys above ground and two below, that could be converted into a spa, cinema, and swimming area. The owner has reportedly spent millions restoring the town house to its former glory. Property expert Henry Pryor, who pointed out that the ‘nearest corner shop will be Fortnum & Mason’, said: ‘I think it will almost certainly be bought by a foreign buyer.’

The property is 1,537 times more expensive than the average house sold last month in the UK, which was worth £162,606. At the asking price, the buyer will face a £17.5million bill for stamp duty. Despite the shaky economic recovery, 2012 was a record year for sales in London worth more than £5million, according to research by estate agent Savills.

Last year, more than 400 properties were sold over that threshold, up from 350 in 2011. With so many properties now fetching nine-figure sums, oligarchs might be tempted to move to Kensington’s Egerton Crescent, Britain’s priciest street - where they can pick up a bargain with the average house costing just £8million.

If 18 Carlton House Terrace reaches its £250million asking price, it will be the UK’s most expensive home - but it is not the only super-pricey property to reach the market in the past year. Last autumn, a huge house at Rutland Gate overlooking Hyde Park was put on sale for £300million, although its price was slashed when it failed to find a buyer.

Around the same time, 1 Cornwall Terrace, opposite Regent’s Park, was advertised for £100million, which estate agents said was the highest price ever asked for a terraced house. Outside Central London, Heath Hall in Hampstead was also marketed at £100million - which later had to be lowered to £65million.

Cambridge House on Piccadilly, formerly home to the In and Out Club, is currently being renovated and could fetch more than £200million when it is sold. The previous record for a London sale is £136 million paid for a property at One Hyde Park in Knightsbridge.

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he Listed Property Show has brought together over 150 of the industry’s best. Find experts on listed property regulations, have a chat with conservation officers and meet with architects and planners. You can also track down that elusive specialist builder or supplier of windows, doors, paints, flooring and more – all under one roof at London’s Olympia.

If you own, or are thinking of buying a listed building, your first port of call should be The Listed Property Show!

There’s no other event like it. It’s a unique opportunity for a stress free one-to-one conversation with Conservation Officers, who will happily talk you through any hypothetical plans that you may have about altering or extending your home. Alongside are architects and planners, window and door manufacturers, craftsmen, and “caring” builders as well as practical demonstrations and informative talks.

About the Listed Property Owners’ Club Established over 20 years ago, The Listed Property Owners Club is Britain’s only advice service dedicated to helping owners of listed buildings. It’s a membership organisation with a particularly personal service – no call centre or scripted answers – just a small friendly team who deliver the sort of help and experienced advice that listed building owners need.

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Now anyone can create unique, bespoke and simply fabulous feature walls for any room or venue.

Having noted the increasing demand for individualistic, creative flair within the interior design marketplace, ohpopsi was launched in January 2011 and has already appealed to a wide range of markets: retail/leisure, hotel/restaurant, office/commercial and residential.

Founders of ohpopsi are UK entrepreneurs Ola and Steve Pankiw who established the business on the back of their successful agency Swift Marketing Solutions, which has specialised in producing marketing materials for the construction sector since 1990. ohpopsi was launched to considerable acclaim at a number of UK exhibitions, including the Ideal Home Show at Earls Court.

“We believe that ohpopsi wallpaper is a fresh, original and innovative addition to the interiors marketplace,” said Ola, “and the positive feedback received to date suggests that this is definitely the case.”

“We have been inundated with customers looking to create a focal point.

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At ohpopsi.com, we’re dedicated to making walls wonderful. Whatever look you want to achieve, whatever scale you’re working on, we can provide you with stunning feature wallpaper that fits the bill. Either choose an image from our extensive library, or upload your own for a totally unique mural wallpaper you won’t see anywhere else.

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GREAT SCOTLAND YARD TO BE TRANSFORMED INTO LUXURY HOTEL £100M REDEVELOPMENT OF THE FORMER HOME OF THE LONDON METROPOLITAN POLICE, WILL SEE IT REOPEN IN EARLY 2016 AS A LUXURY HOTEL

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he historic Scotland yard building will take a new look as Londonbased developer, the Galliard Group together with the Crown Estate is all set to convert the building into either Mercer London or Chateau Marmont London, or an equivalent ‘Hollywood-level’ brand. Spread over 92,000 sq ft, the 235-bedroom hotel will open in 2016 and will boast of the capital’s most luxurious and expensive VIP suites, available for £10,000 a night.

The new hotel will be located in a quiet and tranquil street with London’s most famous landmarks including Trafalgar Square, 10 Downing Street, the Mall and Buckingham Palace in close proximity. The Galliard Group have already acquired a 125-year lease on the building. Starting this month, the next 26 months will see construction in progress – costing over £50 million. Key features at the new hotel will include a grand entrance foyer, winter garden lounge, signature restaurant, cocktail bar and lounge, and a 120-seat main conference room. The new development will see the building extended with two new levels of basement and two new floors above the existing roof top.

While the Imperial red brick and stone façade of the building will be retained, inside the building will be fitted with bespoke specification and state-of-theart technology, entertainment systems and security systems. The adjoining Edwardian office building at 1, Great Scotland Yard will be incorporated into the new hotel, with the space being used to create a VIP suite.

Arranged over several floors, the suite will include a VIP bedroom suite on its own private floor complete with walk-in dressing rooms, day room and a spastyle main bathroom with living room, media room and other entertaining on other levels – making it one of the most luxurious and expensive hotel suites in central London.

Stephen Conway, chief executive of Galliard Group said: ‘Our vision is to create one of London’s most outstanding 5-star hotels. It really is a blue-chip building with grand architecture, a fascinating history and large dramatic interiors.’The street is quiet and tranquil yet on the doorstep of London’s most

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famous landmarks including Trafalgar Square, 10 Downing Street, the Mall and Buckingham Palace.’

Rich in history, the building at 3-5 Great Scotland began life as an Embassystyle dwelling for the Kings of Scotland when they visited King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I at the neighboring Whitehall Palace. In 1829, Home Secretary Sir Robert Peel selected Great Scotland Yard as the headquarters of the newly founded Metropolitan Police force. It was where investigations into the likes of Jack The Ripper were centred, and featured in the novels of Charles Dickens and Arthur Conan Doyle. The building’s main entrance was at 4 Whitehall Place, but a public office was installed to the rear at 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, giving the headquarters their famous name. And in 1910, the current Edwardian building was constructed on the site and served as the British Army Recruitment Office and Royal Military Police headquarters.

Further in 1982, a refurbishment introduced a new atrium and the building later became the Ministry of Defence Library until 2004.

The Galliard Group are currently in talks with leading top hotel operators to create ‘the perfect luxury destination hotel’ at the address.

The Galliard Group of Companies Founded in 1992 and with over 700 staff, Galliard is a property development, hospitality and management group overseeing mixed-use, residential, hotel and commercial projects across London and southern England with a £1.3 billion portfolio of over 5,900 homes, hotels, retail premises and commercial properties. In addition to 3-5 Great Scotland Yard, Galliard is currently undertaking three other hotel projects in London in Canary Wharf, Greenwich and Deptford providing a total of 284 bedrooms. Recent outstanding examples of Galliard hotel projects include the re-development of the 68 room/suite St James’s Club & Hotel, now one of Mayfair’s finest boutique hotels; the creation of the new 398 bed Park Plaza Hotel at County Hall and the re-development of the Grade II-Listed Jacobean Harte & Garter Hotel and Spa near Windsor Castle.

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THE NATIONAL WEDDING SHOW Spring 2014 Ticket Offer

21st -23rd FEBRUARY 2014, OLYMPIA LONDON

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ake a front row seat at the unmissable Catwalk Show, which presents the latest bridal trends and wedding themes from the hottest designers, boutiques and high street brands. A colourful array of bridesmaid dresses, groomswear, flower girl, page boy and mother of the bride outfits, make the Catwalk Show an unforgettable experience for the entire wedding party. The National Wedding Show features the largest collection of wedding dresses under one roof, browse over 1,000 styles and try on dream dresses in the Boutique and Designer Areas, in spacious changing rooms with no appointments neccessary. There is something to suit every style, shape and budget.

Make the most of the show’s exciting live features, where a host of industry experts share their top tips on hair, beauty and styling, as well as practical advice to make your big day perfect in every way.

Whether you are looking for a theme for your wedding flowers or a breathtaking centrepiece, the Designer Flower Market brings together the best in designer floristry. Discover a rainbow of colours and beautiful blooms, together with expert advice and demonstrations from a host of top florists.

Meet experts from the nation’s favourite high street brands including John Lewis, Debenhams, House of Fraser, Marks & Spencer, Slaters, Virgin, Sandals, Thomas Cook, and Moss Bros, who will all be on hand to help with everything from gift lists and suit hire to planning a destination wedding and booking a honeymoon hideaway.

Round off an exciting day in the Afternoon Tea Room in the Vintage Area, where you can treat yourself and your bridal party to tea and cake, or The Champagne Bar, where with a glass of bubbly in hand, you can relax and raise a toast to your future happiness.

Or you could enjoy the A-list treatment by bagging yourself VIP tickets.

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Plan the day of your dreams at the UK’s biggest wedding show this spring. With over 250 wedding experts, you are sure to find everything you need to plan your big day at The National Wedding Show.

This luxury experience includes fast track entrance, reserved seating at the Catwalk Show, unlimited access to the stylish VIP Lounge, a complimentary glass of bubbly and an exclusive box full of luxe beauty products to pamper yourself in the build up to your big day.

Life Magazines have teamed up with The National Wedding Show to offer FIVE lucky readers and their ‘plus one’ the chance to attend 2014’s most prestigious wedding event, absolutely free!

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LONDON FASHION WEEK PREVIEW

AUTUMN/WINTER

2014 COLLECTIONS FRIDAY 14th – TUESDAY 18th FEBRUARY 2014 - SOMERSET HOUSE, STRAND, LONDON WC2R 1LA

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ondon Fashion Week (LFW) is one of the highest profile fashion events in the world and one of the ‘big four’ international catwalk influencers. The event is organised by the British Fashion Council and funded by a number of sponsors (including principal sponsor Vodafone). It is a world of celebrities and famous people, beautiful and expensive clothes and general fashion glitz.

London Fashion Week puts London and British fashion firmly on the global stage; it is estimated that orders of over £100m are placed during LFW each season.

Over 5,000 visitors attend: buyers, TV & radio crews, journalists and photographers.

The vibrant and internationally renowned London Fashion Week is always exciting and inspirational, and next month’s event will in no doubt prove to be just that once again, all housed under one roof in the neo-classical surrounds of Somerset House.

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British Fashion Council co-ordinate an events schedule to help visitors experience London ‘the city’ as well as the showcase of British fashion design talents at London Fashion Week, presenting another unrivalled opportunity for both established designers and newcomers to present their Autumn/Winter 2014 Collections. A constantly buzzing key event for those who haven’t got the patience to wait until the latest fashion designs and stylish fashion trends make it into the fashion magazines.

British Fashion Council have announced the provisional schedule of designers who will be showcasing their Autumn/Winter 2014 collections at London Fashion Week in February.

Returning to the show on schedule this season, are luxury brands including Temperley London, Jasper Conran, House of Holland, John Rocha, Nicole Farhi, David Koma, Julien Macdonald, Mulberry, Paul Smith, Matthew Williamson, Vivienne Westwood Red Label, Burberry Prorsum, Jonathan

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The British Fashion Council has announced seven of London’s brightest emerging fashion labels that will receive sponsorship to showcase Autumn/Winter 2014 collections at London Fashion Week from the newly focused designer support initiative, NEWGEN sponsored by TOPSHOP Catwalk sponsorship: 1205, Marques’Almeida, Lucas Nascimento, Simone Rocha Presentation sponsorship: Ryan Lo Exhibition sponsorship: Claire Barrow, Danielle Romeril NEWGEN designers are identified by their creativity, strong design aesthetic and point of difference. This season the NEWGEN committee, chaired by Sarah Mower, focused on selecting designers that are ready for the profile, platform and support that NEWGEN offers.

Caroline Rush, CEO of the British Fashion Council, commented: “It’s with pleasure that we are able to offer this incredibly talented and diverse group of designers NEWGEN support to help guide their journey towards commercial success both at home and overseas. All seven recipients sit at the helm of Britain’s creative success and we look forward to seeing their upcoming collections this February”.

Since its inception in 1993, NEWGEN sponsorship has acted as a promotional launch pad for young designers, attracting media profile, orders and investment whilst offering encouragement and support for new talent.

Previous NEWGEN winners include Alexander McQueen, Antonio Berardi, Boudicca, Christopher Kane, Clements Ribeiro, David Koma, Erdem, Gareth Pugh, Holly Fulton, Jonathan Saunders, Julien Macdonald , Louise Gray, Marios Schwab, Mary Katrantzou, Matthew Williamson, Meadham Kirchhoff, Michael van der Ham, Peter Pilotto, Richard Nicoll and Sophia Kokosalaki.

The magic of London Fashion Week is not merely thanks to the fashion designers’ and fashion stylists’ cutting-edge collections but the media excitement that accompanies them. The allure of the show is exceptional and London Fashion Week continues to be the top fashion event pulling visitors from every corner of the globe.

For more information about London Fashion Week at Somerset House, including up-to-date schedules, news, video and much more go to www.londonfashionweek.co.uk Follow us on Twitter @LondonFashionWk and join the conversation #LFW

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Winter

Wrapping R ather than dread the cold weather, embrace the change of seasons by spoiling yourself with a fabulous new look.

You can see the new collections online at www.box2.co.uk, but also note that there are many other styles available in store only and you will be welcomed whether you decide to buy or browse.

Now winter has well and truly set in, Box 2 is on trend with gorgeous goodies that will make you feel as good as you look. Our stunning accessories will help complete any new outfit by adding that final bit of pizazz along with the wow factor to complete your look.

Curl up in front of the roaring fire in our snuggle winter knits or enjoy family snowball fights in our superb array of cosy coats, beautiful scarves or snoods to keep you warm and toasty.

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Box 2, the specialist boutique in Kings Langley catering for sophisticated ladies size 1430 for the last 8 years. Visit in store or online for details of our HALF PRICE SALE

welcoming boutique with a friendly team of staff who are always on hand to give personal attention and honest advice to ensure each customer leaves with the perfect outfit.

The stock changes regularly to ensure your wardrobe is as individual as you. Most items will mix and match so your entire wardrobe is easy to assemble.

Kings Langley village has a lovely, bustling High Street with free parking on the main road and car parks. There are many quaint independent shops including 2 art galleries, interior designers, model railway shop for the husband, delicatessen, gift shop, jewellers, delicious coffee shop and a couple of pubs and restaurants. So take the whole family and have a day out.

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We are proud to be the UK’s Centre of Excellence for the FDA approved i-LipoXcell body contouring system.

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Defining beauty Trudy Friedman, Celebrating 15 Years in Aesthetic Medicine

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Trudy Friedman’s Aesthetic Skin Centre

Celebrating 15 years of passion Delivering the best, clinically tested and safest aesthetic technologies available

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esthetic procedures are one of the leading breakthrough businesses of the past 30 years with a plethora of readily available technologies and treatments designed to enhance what Mother Nature has bestowed upon us.

Trudy Friedman’s credentials as an A-list aesthetic practitioner in this burgeoning industry are arguably second to none, which certainly makes her one to watch in 2014.

As Managing Director and owner of the Aesthetic Skin Centre, Trudy is considered to be one of the best-qualified, knowledgeable and respected medical aesthetic practitioners in the country, with her boutique clinic nestling within the leafy environs of North London.

Celebrating 15 years in the industry, the next 12 months look set to see both her hit the proverbial big time. Trudy’s is definitely a name to remember.

As a fully qualified aesthetic nurse practitioner (INP) offering a range of non-invasive and minimal invasive treatments (from frown reduction to skin tightening, body shaping to facial rejuvenation), Trudy’s 15 years anniversary is a milestone worth noting as her practice is poised to be one of the year’s most celebrated 4 8 J A N U A RY 2 0 1 4

destinations for those of us wanting to dip our toes into the wonderful world of anti ageing treatments with confidence and discretion.

Initially specialising in plastic surgery technology, Trudy has practiced alongside world renowned aesthetic medical practitioners, from Harley Street to Knightsbridge and beyond.

With clinics of varying expertise on practically every high street, what makes the Aesthetic Skin Centre offering so special?

Certainly Trudy’s strong work ethic, skill and tireless passion are factors which keep her loyal clients constantly recommending her to friends and colleagues.

She constantly sources rigourously tested, FDA approved technologies that deliver safe and natural looking results. ASC were incredibly proud to be the first UK ‘Centre of Excellence’ for the Chromogenex™ i-LipoXcell body contour system and to launch this clinically proven, FDA cleared technology as its first foray into body treatments. It is also one of the few UK clinics fully trained to deliver PRP Dracula Therapy - the most talked about skin rejuvenation treatment of the last 6 months.

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I-LipoXcell Body Contouring System As her first foray into body treatments, i-LipoXcell is, quite simply, the most advanced and effective non-surgical fat reduction and body shaping system available. Each session typically lasts between 45 and 60 minutes with immediately measureable results. This has proved to be a leading treatment in the clinic’s portfolio.

PRP Dracula Therapy Bespoke Facial PRP Therapy is a breakthrough advancement in rejuvenation treatments. It may sound gruesome, giving rise to the names ‘Vampire Facial’ and ‘Dracula Therapy’, but this anti ageing procedure is an accomplished, 100% natural programme as it uses your own tissue material which kick-starts you own internal antiageing smart-switch and can be used to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, rejuvenate skin texture and reduce the signs of scars and stretch marks.

offer her patients the most complete and positive experience possible.

She has also invested heavily in the patient care process, always mindful of her core philosophy.

“I believe in customising treatments for all my patients so that a natural look is enhanced rather than changed. My priority is to ensure that they are offered safe, clinically-tested and approved treatments and leave feeling comfortable with the decisions they’ve made and happy with the way they look”.

Eloquent and passionate about skin care and facial aesthetic procedures, Trudy is regularly asked to speak at aesthetic conferences across the country and sits on the editorial panel of the first scientific Journal of Aesthetic Nursing. Genuinely excited by the technological advances in the industry and as a pioneer in the field of medical aesthetics, Trudy Friedman’s ASC is truly the platinum standard of aesthetic care.

Advanced Skin Rejuvenation and Fillers ASC is home to a range of advanced dermal fillers (including Sculptra®, Restylane® and Juvederm®) and non-surgical skin rejuvenation programmes. The Fusion SLR treatment is ideal for anyone struggling with fine lines and wrinkles, tired looking or loose skin.

“My business is my passion” Amongst her many USP’s, it is rare to find someone in the ‘caring professions’ who also displays strong business and commercial acumen. Not only has Trudy built up a solid and loyal clientele of both men and women on the back of her stellar reputation and results, she constantly looks to strengthen the business on all levels in order to

For a personal consultation and for more information, contact the team on 020 8346 6567.

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GET GLOWING ON A explains. “If it’s functioning properly, our skin will be balanced and healthy, which is why we talk about beauty coming from the inside.” Green vegetable juices will give your body a powerful shot of minerals and energy in a few glugs. Avoid adding fruits and vegetables that are naturally high in sugar, like bananas. Some essential skin-boosting compounds, like antioxidants, can be difficult to absorb through diet alone, which is where beauty supplements come in. Try Functionalab for pills with beauty-boosting objectives for face and body. body blitz Alcohol and too many festive seconds can leave your system feeling sluggish and your body looking bumpier than Santa’s present sack. The trick to flushing out toxins is stimulating blood circulation, drinking plenty of water and sticking to a daily regime.

“My top tip to start your New Year skincare regime is daily dry body brushing,” advises Jo Parker, spa director at Champneys. “It’s a great way to stimulate circulation, improve skin texture and banish cellulite.” Use a body brush daily on dry skin before your morning shower, starting at the ankles in upwards movements towards the heart. Look for products with energising ingredients that will kick-start your circulation, Be a beauty detox swot for 2014 with like seaweed extract Bliss’ limited edition Super Satchel. The and caffeine, to ice blue Leather Satchel Company bag make your skin look holds a festive stash of hero products instantly more toned. for £165 (worth £233). Available now while stocks last from www. blissworld.co.uk

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Champneys Mineral Detox Firming Hip & Thigh Gel, £10 (Boots)

Kick-start the new year with a face and body overhaul. lisa Haynes reveals how to look and feel tip-top for 2014.

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f December is all about over-indulgence, January is payback time with some deep cleansing - inside and out. Put some sparkle back in your step with a beauty detox. Go au naturel and blitz your body with potions to make you feel wholesome again.

“The buzzwords for gorgeous skin are hydrate, nourish, sleep, repair and detoxify,” says make-up artist Jemma Kidd.

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Time To glow on a beauTy deTox... inner beauty Give your complexion some New Year radiance by ditching the sugar and alcohol and going to town on raw foods and water.

“Like a mirror, our outer skin reflects the state of our inner skin - the gut lining,” Kidd

Elle Macpherson Rotating Dry Body Brush, £39.99 (Boots)

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BEAUTY DETOX Face refresh Take a breather from your cosmetics bag and give your complexion a detox by going au naturel for a few days over the festive break. “When you are planning to detox your skin, you must begin by resting it,” says skin therapist, Nataliya Robinson. “We are all guilty of overusing skin care products, including make-up, which is full of chemicals and irritants.” Even minus make-up, the daily grind can cause a build-up of pollution and bacteria so seek out a killer clarifying cleanser that purifies the skin and gently exfoliates. Robinson recommends going back to basics: “To truly detox the skin, put away all of your commercial creams and serums and turn toward organic natural ingredients such as banana, avocado and yoghurt for a weekend, or longer if you can.”

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Bliss Limited Edition Super Satchel, £165 (www.blissworld.co.uk)

Elemental Herbology Detox Botanical Bathing Infusion, £20 (www.elementalherbology.com)

La Roche-Posay Effaclar Clarifying Lotion, £11 (Boots)

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For a quick detoxifying treatment, try Nataliya Robinson’s recipe for a banana face mask that’s suitable for all skin types. Use once a week to help nourish the skin naturally. :: 1 ripe mashed banana :: 1tsp of honey or maple syrup :: 10 drops of lemon juice Method: Mix thoroughly. Apply this to clean skin and allow to set for 10 minutes.

Rinse thoroughly.

Beauty bulletin :: box clever Unhappy with what’s lurking under the Christmas tree? A third of women (34%) favour a fragrance over any other beauty related gift, according to a recent survey

by Birchbox e-commerce destination. Another 33% said they preferred makeup. However, only 16% actually receive them on Christmas Day. Almost everyone surveyed (99%) say they smile and say thank you when they receive a gift they don’t like. It’s the thought that counts, right? :: Recessionista alert New year, new nails? Spruce up your talons with Beauty UK’s new Mini Manicure Nail Kits. For £2.99, each set is complete with one travel-sized nail file, two foam pads for separating, cuticle stick, and nail polish, available in three shades, from www.beautyukcosmetics.com or Superdrug

Tried & tested Hand creams just got intelligent. Our testers treat chapped winter hands to some anti-ageing recovery: :: dr.Ceuticals Hand de-age Cream SPF15, £9.99 (boots) A smooth, easily absorbed cream which doesn’t leave any gloopy residue. It’s certainly boosted the moisture level in my hands and left them feeling smoother as promised, with its antiageing component.

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:: Sanctuary Spa active Reverse body Correct & Protect Hand Cream SPF12, £10 (boots) I used this daily for several weeks and, although my hands felt softer, it didn’t noticeably reduce wrinkles or age spots.

The cream is easily absorbed without leaving a greasy film, and my nails feel a little stronger.

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:: Hand Chemistry intense youth Complex Hand Cream, £18.99 (boots) A little goes a long way with this luxurious cream, which has a strong but uplifting scent. After a couple of weeks of use, my hands look and feel younger and pesky age spots appear faded.

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Who wants a hottie tummy?

Do you have stubborn pockets of fat that just won’t disappear no matter how hard you exercise or diet? If so, the VASER Lipo may well be for you.

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ith the likes of TOWIE’s Maria Fowler, and several other celebrities all benefiting from the amazing results of VASER Lipo, Dr Jain’s high definition body contouring practice is growing from strength to strength!

VASER Lipo uses revolutionary new ultrasound technology which removes stubborn pockets of fat resistant to diet and exercise. The procedure has been hailed as ‘six pack surgery’ as it is even possible to reveal your hidden six pack with this revolutionary form of liposuction.

Dr Jain will not only get you looking fit, you’ll look younger, more energetic and in one word, fantastic. You’ll want to use that new body of yours. With no hospital stay, little bruising and minimal incisions VASER Lipo is the answer.

RESHAPE YOUR BODY AND INVIGORATE YOUR LIFE Traditional liposuction is like sculpting with a shop vac. Everything gets sucked and chipped away without any detail. VASER 4D liposculpture is like taking a fine chisel and tapering each and every curve; every angle is perfect and muscular.

ITS NOT JUST LIPOSUCTION. ITS VASER 4D SCULPT. VASER 4D Liposculpture is a revolution to the cosmetic surgery industry. At its inception, liposuction was designed just to remove fat.

Liposculpture is a whole new way of looking and designing the anatomy so that it fits you and your lifestyle like your body should. With the VASER technology, Dr Ravi Jain removes extra fat and tightens your skin around the new curves and muscles. He leaves certain deposits of fat to accentuate your muscles while removing others to create dips and valleys around them.

He sculpts your body into the ultimate harmony of art and science, talent and medicine WHO CAN HAVE VASER 4D? The VASER 4D procedure is meant for people who are already in good physical shape but have trouble achieving a defined ,athletic physique. Both 5 2 J A N U A RY 2 0 1 4

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men & women can be treated. VASER 4D is not mean for people who are very overweight or obese. The procedure depends heavily on skin retraction to help define the anatomical results. For people who are overly heavy, the skin has stretch beyond where VASER could help it retract. Please ask Dr Ravi Jain what other cosmetic options you may have if this describes you.

HOW DOES VASER WORK? VASER is an advanced medical ultrasound technology (VASER stands for Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance). During surgery, the VASER probe emits sound energy that literally liquefies fat tissue before it is gently suctioned away. In traditional liposuction, the fat is just sucked away - taking blood vessels, nerves and important connective tissue with it - resulting in severe pain, a longer recovery and mediocre results. With VASER, the liquid fat is easier to suction away, far gentler on the body and can be sculpted to enhance muscle appearance.

CAN YOU SAY “CONFIDENCE BOOST” ?

Just imagine how you would feel without any extra fat, keeping you from your own carefree lifestyle. No more worrying about how that bikini will fit, or swimming with a T-shirt on. No more crash diets/ No more staring in the mirror, wishing you were slimmer.

Areas commonly treated: Double Chin & Jowls Bingo Wings (Upper arms) Saddle Bags / Love handles Upper / lower abdomen Inner / outer thighs

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Dr Ravi Jain is one of a few experts in VASER high definition liposculpture in the world. He practices from his Harpenden & Harley Street clinics. Please call Riverbanks Clinic on 01582762877 to book in for an exploratory consultation.

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LEADING CONSULTANT VASCULAR SURGEON MICHAEL GAUNT OPENS A NEW PRACTICE AT THE LONDON CLINIC IN HARLEY STREET AND DISCUSSES THE TREATMENT OF VARICOSE AND THREAD VEINS… WHAT ARE VARICOSE VEINS? Varicose veins are a common problem affecting at least 20% of the adult population in the UK. ey occur when small valves inside the veins stop functioning correctly.

Rather than blood flowing effortlessly back towards the heart, the blood stagnates within the veins causing aching,

Michael Gaunt tiredness and discomfort.

At first, problem veins may not be visible but symptoms occur.

Sometimes patches of blue thread veins may be the earliest signs of an underlying problem. Eventually, the abnormal veins may become swollen, enlarged and varicose. is condition can be embarrassing and painful.

Varicose veins are usually blue or dark purple in colour and may also be lumpy or twisted in appearance.

While any vein can be affected, varicose veins most commonly develop in the legs and feet – predominantly because standing and walking can put pressure on the veins in the lower body.

WHY SHOULD I CONSIDER HAVING THEM TREATED? In the developing stages, varicose veins and thread veins may be primarily a cosmetic problem. However, if ignored, the condition can deteriorate and a variety of complications can occur such as leg swelling, pigmentation of the skin around the ankles and ulcers.

Occasionally, veins can burst causing bleeding, or the blood within the veins can clot leading to the painful condition of phlebitis or even deep vein thrombosis. People who use air travel for work or holidays may be at increased risk particularly if those flights are long haul.

IS THIS TREATMENT JUST FOR WOMEN? Certainly not, it can affect men just as much as it can affect women.

Men tend to cover their legs up more, so the problem may be hidden away and ignored, with some men only seeking treatment when their veins become swollen and complications start to occur.

It is important to target varicose veins before they become a problem, as without medical treatment some conditions may worsen.

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performed under local anaesthetic as a walk-in, walk-out procedure. is leaves the patient with minimal postoperative pain with practically immediate return to normal activity.

Michael Gaunt is a leading venous expert and has extensive knowledge of these procedures, having treated over 4,000 patients with the Endovenous Laser and ClariVein techniques.

Both techniques are associated with considerably less pain, bruising and scarring than traditional stripping techniques.

IS IT PERMANENT? Most modern techniques for treating varicose veins are associated with very good, long-term results.

Patients are benefiting more and more from the advances in the treatments and the new procedures that are now available.

HOW CAN I GET MY THREAD VEINS TREATED? Not all visible veins in the legs are varicose veins. Small veins underneath the skin, known as thread veins, spider veins or reticular veins, may become prominent due to a variety of different reasons. ey can cause symptoms of discomfort, itching and irritation as well as being unsightly.

Often the appearance of thread veins is due to the effect of daily wear and tear on delicate skin and local treatments are effective. However, sometimes thread veins are an indication of underlying varicose veins which may not be visible on examination.

Treatment of the thread veins will not be successful unless the underlying problem - for example the varicose veins - has been corrected first. erefore, a thorough venous assessment is necessary before initiating any local treatment for thread veins. is could include injection microsclerotherapy or VeinWave therapy.

Once underlying varicose veins have been treated or excluded, local treatment of the thread veins is much more likely to be successful.

VeinWave therapy is also very effective at removing unsightly facial red veins affecting the nose and cheeks.

ONCE I’VE DECIDED TO HAVE TREATMENT, WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP? Make an appointment where we can assess your condition and discuss potential treatment and steps forward. ese no obligation consultations are offered at e London Clinic in Harley Street.

If you would like to book a mini-consultation, including an ultrasound scan, for just £95, or if you would like to find out more about your treatment options call 01223 305858 or visit www.michaelgaunt.com ■

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PARTY ANIMAL RECOVERY PLAN Hide the telltale signs of a heavy night. Lisa Haynes reveals the products and tricks to feign eight hours sleep.

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ad hair days are one thing, but add a bad face day to the mix and you’ve probably got an almighty hangover on your hands...

‘Tis the season to be merry, and you don’t have to be especially badly behaved for the party season to take its toll on your skin. The odd late night here, one too many cocktails there, and your complexion can end up looking like it’s been through the festive ringer.

Thankfully, beauty saviours are available to provide some emergency relief the morning-after-the-night-before. When party hangovers strike, follow these tricks to camouflage the evidence.

Eye Elixir Fight the signs of fatigue dark circles and eye bags - by taking action before your head hits the pillow. “When you finally crawl into bed, prop yourself up with an extra pillow to avoid puffy eyes in the morning - sleeping slightly elevated helps to drain excess fluid out of the face,” advises Jill Zander, founder of the Jill 46 8 JA AN NU UA ARRYY2 021041 4 5

Zander Skin Rejuvenation Clinic. If one too many tipples means you forget the pillow plumping, invest in a de-puffing eye cream for a morning miracle. “Look for one that deals with dark under-eye circles,” Zander suggests. “For bloodshot eyes, prepare two camomile teabags wet and refrigerated, or have a trusty chilled teaspoon on standby.

When you wake up, hit the snooze button for five minutes and let these quick-fixes de-puff your telltale party baggage.” For those not familiar with the refrigerated teabag or spoon methods, simply lie back and pop the bags onto closed eyelids, or hold the rounded side of the spoon gently over the area, and let them work their magic.

Sarah McNamara Miracle Skin Transformer Skin Duo, £35.50 (www.qvcuk.com)

Along Came Betty Fix Me Quick Mattifier, £6.99 (Tesco)

Buy it now Give the gift of good skin with Kiehl’s holiday cheer products. Limited edition festive artwork by Eric Haze adorns the brands bestsellers, including Creme de Corps Whipped Body Cream and Ultra Facial Cream. Available now, priced from £24 (www.kiehls.co.uk).

Complexion cure The less sleep we get, the less time our skin cells have to repair and regenerate. The more alcohol you drink, the more likely your skin will be zapped of hydration. The result?

Dull, dry and lacklustre skin meltdown.

If you’ve woken up to a painkiller breakfast and dull reflection, cheat a brighter looking face with a morning scrub. “Gentle exfoliation can really perk up a post-party complexion, leaving it looking plump and fresh,” says Caroline Frazer, Simple skincare expert. “Next, slather on moisturiser while skin is still damp, as this helps lock in much-needed moisture.” Keep a water misting spray in your handbag to pep up dehydrated skin throughout the day, which will act like an energy drink for your face and instantly refresh when hangover slumps kick in.

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tried & tested Accessorise your cocktail glass with metallic red nails. Our testers try three Christmas bauble-inspired tones: :: NYC Expert Last Nail Polish in ‘Red Me The News’, £2.49 (Superdrug) After two coats, this polish delivered a brilliantly vibrant metallic red, perfect for party season. Although it claims to last 10 days, after five days, chips started to appear. But it proved great value for money.

Beauty bulletin :: Beauty haul Women are armed for the party season glamover with 14 products. This is the figure identified as the average number of products in a typical cosmetics bag in the UK, according to a survey by Vouchercloud.com. The average make-up bag contains items worth approximately £93.32 in total. Mascara came out on top as the must-have item, followed by eyeliner, concealer and blusher. :: Recessionista alert Get your party season glam on with Bourjois. Spend £15 or more on selected cosmetics and get a free Iconic Glam Make-Up Kit gift box, worth £29. Offer available now, exclusively at Boots stores and online at www.boots.com throughout December.

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:: Crabtree & Evelyn Pomegranate Nail Lacquer, £6 (0800 111 4406/ www.crabtree-evelyn.co.uk) This colour is more of a deep purple on the nails than the red it appears in the bottle. The subtle metallic shimmer adds some stylish sparkle and the dark tone means it’s great for evening glamour, but sadly, it chipped easily.

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:: Leighton Denny Nail Colour in Attention Seeker, £11 (www. leightondennyexpertnails.com) Great for those in a rush, this polish is quick drying to leave a shiny-smooth finish. The opulent red colour is packed with shimmer and lasted for around five days before starting to chip around the edges.

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Redness relief exfoliate away dullness, and make you feel Leave the rosy cheeks to Santa and the red more awake. nose to Rudolph this festive season. “Alcohol :: Help bring your skin back to life by makes skin look red or flushed, and regular massaging your face using your fingertips. consumption can permanently enlarge Apply moisturiser in firm circular motions to small peripheral veins, causing thread help stimulate blood flow and give your skin veins,” explains Tamra Compton, global a rosy glow. education director at Pur Minerals. “A colour :: Apply a radiance booster over your regular correcting primer can help instantly brighten moisturiser to work wonders on hungover the skin’s appearance, while offsetting the look of redness from breakouts, sensitivity or irritation.” Smokers and party hoppers Filorga Sleep Recover AntiFatigue Night Balm, £54 beware, as you may be especially prone to (www.marksandspencer.com) redness - if you frequently go from inside to outside during the night, temperature extremes can cause skin vessels to contract causing red flare-ups.

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skin and make you look fresher. :: Avoid piling on make-up and don’t apply eyeliner or mascara to lower eyelashes as this will draw attention downward instead of up. :: Your post-party best friend will be a good under-eye concealer, especially one with light reflective particles to help scatter light and minimise the appearance of dark circles.

Complexion Highlighter, £25 (www.yslbeauty.co.uk)

Morning-after glow No need to hide under your Santa hat when the party season peak gets too much. Jill Zander has these reviving cheats: :: Supercharge your body when you wake up with a cold-hot-cold shower. Keep a pair of exfoliating mitts in the shower at the ready to get your circulation going,

Good Things Instant Dark Circles Concealer, £5.99 (Boots) Origins No Puffery Cooling Roll-On for Puffy Eyes, £24 (www.origins.co.uk)

Dr Organic Dead Sea Mineral Eye Rescue Rollerball, £8.99 (Holland & Barrett)

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A new dental experience with your award winning team.

Voted finalists in this year’s prestigious Private Dentistry Awards (and 2010) honoring excellence in dentistry and facial aesthetics. A team of dentists offering an extraordinary new approach to maintaining your oral health. Azamay transcends the boundaries of traditional dentistry by leveraging a combination of state of - the - art dental technology and a soothing dental spa atmosphere.

Take a tour of our website and discover Azamay. Take advantage of our new patient offer of £50 for dental health exam and hygiene.

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Dental check-ups Hygiene treatments Teeth whitening Crowns/bridges Veneers Dental implants Root canal Orthodontics

Anti-ageing injections Dermal fillers Vitamin face treatments RF8 Face lift Advanced facials Slimming treatments

Celebrate “Smile Detox” and have a hygiene treatment for £40. Add our professional airflow teeth brightening treatment for an additional £30 (usual price £95) to lift stubborn stains. This special one off promotion is only valid on a Tuesday. Late night’s available on request.

Our Hygienist Natalie Birkhead will be running a serious of PREVENTION THERAPY clinics for adults and children to make sure your smile is at a high standard.

For more information call us on 020 8449 6858

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Detox your way into 2014

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10 DETOX FOODS

Over-indulging on food and alcohol together with late nights over Christmas and New Year, can make you feel bloated, tired, or perhaps you have even put on a pound or two.

Here is our guide to eating the right foods and restore your healthy wellbeing...

Lemon Lemons are a staple of many detox diets, and there is good reason for this. Firstly, lemons are packed with antioxidant vitamin C, which is great for the skin and for fighting disease-forming free-radicals.

Furthermore, the citrus fruit has an alkaline effect on the body, meaning that it can help restore the body’s pH balance, benefitting the immune system. Try starting your day with hot water and a slice of lemon to help flush out toxins and cleanse your system.

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Ginger If too much fatty food or alcohol has caused problems for your digestive system, it may be worthwhile adding some ginger to your diet. Ginger is not only great for reducing feelings of nausea, but it can help improve digestion, beat bloating and reduce gas. In addition to this, ginger is high in antioxidants and is good for boosting the immune system. To give your digestion a helping hand, try sipping on ginger tea or adding some freshly grated ginger to a fruit or vegetable juice.

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Garlic Garlic has long been known for its heart benefits, however the pungent food is also good at detoxifying the body. Garlic is not only antiviral, antibacterial and antibiotic, but it contains a chemical called allicin which promotes the production of white blood cells and helps fight against toxins. Garlic is best eaten raw, so add some crushed garlic to a salad dressing to boost its flavour and your health at the same time.

Cabbage Many celebs have resorted to the cabbage soup diet to help lose weight and get in shape quickly before a big event, however cabbage is not only good for weight loss - it is also an excellent detoxifying food. Like most cruciferous vegetables (including broccoli and sprouts), cabbage contains a chemical called sulforaphane, which helps the body fight against toxins. Cabbage also supplies the body with glutathione; an antioxidant that helps improve the detoxifying function of the liver.

Artichoke If you have recently been overindulging in fatty foods and alcohol, adding some steamed globe artichoke leaves to your meals is a great way to help get your body back on track. Globe artichokes are packed with antioxidants and fibre and can also help the body digest fatty foods. On top of this, globe artichoke is renowned for its ability to stimulate and improve the functions of the liver - the body’s main toxin-fighting tool.

Fresh fruit Fresh fruits are high in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fibre= and are also low in calories, making them an important part of a detox diet. If you’re after brighter eyes and skin, shinier hair and improved digestion, try boosting your intake of fruit and eating from a wide variety of different kinds. The good news is fruit is easy to add to your diet, so try starting your day with a fresh fruit salad or smoothie and snacking on pieces of fruit throughout the day.

Beetroot For those needing a quick health-boosting shot of nutrients, you can’t do much better than beetroot. Packed with magnesium, iron, and vitamin C, the vegetable has recently been hailed as a superfood due to its many reported health benefits. Not only is beetroot great for skin, hair and cholesterol levels, but it can also help support liver detoxification, making it an ultimate detox food. To enjoy its benefits, try adding raw beetroot to salads or sipping on some beetroot juice.

Brown rice If you want to cleanse your system and boost your health, it is a good idea to cut down on processed foods. Instead, try supplementing your diet with healthier whole grains such as brown rice, which is rich in many key detoxifying nutrients including B vitamins, magnesium, manganese and phosphorous. Brown rice is also high in fibre, which is good for cleansing the colon, and rich in selenium, which can help to protect the liver as well as improving the complexion.

Green tea While it’s not technically a food, no detox plan would be complete without regular consumption of essential liquids. Fluids are essential for keeping our organs healthy and helping to flush toxins from the body, and drinking green tea is a great way of boosting your intake.

Green tea is not only a good weight-loss drink, but it is extremely high in antioxidants. Research has also suggested that drinking green tea can protect the liver from diseases including fatty liver disease.

Watercress Like most green herbs and vegetables, watercress is an excellent health-booster and detox food. Firstly, watercress leaves are packed with many vital detoxifying nutrients, including several B vitamins, zinc, potassium, vitamin E and vitamin C. Secondly, watercress has natural diuretic properties, which can help to flush toxins out the body.

To reap the benefits of this nutritious food, try adding a handful of watercress to salads, soups and sandwiches.

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e have always tried to look our best; using the latest makeup, special face creams, masks and serums.

However, when you reach a certain age you start to consider more drastic action to reduce the signs of ageing slowly appearing on your face. Boxtox and Restlyane start to appear tempting despite the horror stories (and faces) of those who have taken it that bit too far. But what’s the alternative? Well we are going to let you in on a secret: eyelash extensions. No, not the Cheryl Cole-esque strips or those individual lashes you can buy in the pharmacy. These are single strands of pre curled synthetic fibre which are applied one at a time to your own natural lashes, adding length but, more importantly, volume and curl. Suddenly lashes that were starting to appear short, stumpy and dull are transformed into beautifully defined, thickened, darkened and curled lashes that look like the most perfectly applied mascara, only better.

The finished result can literally knock years off your look with the whole eye area appearing lifted and more youthful. The need for heavy liner or large amounts of eyeshadow is gone, giving a cleaner and more elegant finish. And the best bit? Flutter provides a professional, salon quality mobile service so you can enjoy the relaxing application process in the comfort of your own home. Your Flutter lash artist will carry out a full consultation with you before they commence treatment, to determine the look you want to create, whether that’s super natural or a little more glam. The highly trained team use unique techniques and systems to apply the extensions, enabling them to be worn on a continuous basis without causing any damage to the natural lashes. They just require top up appointments every 3-4 weeks to keep them looking thick and full.

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Why ‘Live-in care’ may be... ...the alternative to a nursing home What is Live-in care?

Selecting the right Live-in care provider for you

For many people considering residential care for themselves or their loved ones, Live-in care may provide a better alternative. Live-in care supports people with wide ranging needs to stay independent in the comfort of their own home. It works by providing a trained ‘Personal Assistant’ (PA) who lives with them 24/7, supporting their everyday life.

Making sure the provider of Live-in care shares the same values and principles as you is critical. At Each Life, our value statement and code of conduct is clearly displayed on our web site.

Each Life was set up by two experienced clinicians, Anne Thain (a former senior nurse with 30 years of experience) and Dr Tony Felton, (a general practitioner) who have a combined passion to provide high quality care for clients in their own home and encouraging them to live the lives they choose rather than one dictated by others. Clients who choose Live-in care have needs that range from straightforward ‘companionship’ to more complex support.

How will Live-in care meet my needs?

For many clients, especially those who are older but want to remain independent, Companionship services usually include shopping, meal preparation, housework and support for social activities.

For clients with greater needs, PA’s can provide support for personal hygiene and dressing. In more complex cases, for example, clients with specific illness or neurological impairment, their PA works alongside healthcare professionals to support rehabilitation and helps the client to regain independence.

We know that supporting quality of life for the whole family, including family members who may live some distance from the client, is key to the success of Live-in care. Each Life services span all age ranges, from children to the elderly, and cover a wide geography across London and the South East.

In Each Life, all our PA’s are selected, trained and managed by a former senior nurse. This process starts with a meeting with the client to gain an understanding of their lifestyle needs and objectives. From there, a more formal assessment is undertaken and summarised in a ‘personal lifestyle plan’ which is used to select the PA. 6 4 J A N U A RY 2 0 1 4

Most clients who use Live-in care require some sort of ‘hands on’ support, which falls under the Care Quality Commission’s (CQC) regulatory framework. Reputable providers like Each Life will be registered with the CQC, which you can check on their web site (www.cqc.org.uk).

You should have some choice over selecting your PA. At Each Life, you will be directly involved in the selection of your PA. Reputable providers should also provide PA’s with comprehensive induction and training programmes before they can be deemed competent.

How much does Live-in care cost?

Live-in care is generally less expensive than most nursing homes, with costs starting from £600 per week.

Many of our clients fund their care directly, however other sources of funding that you might be eligible for may come from Local Authorities or NHS. Most clients are also entitled to an Attendance Allowance.

Making sure it’s right for you You need to be 100% confident that you understand the financial arrangements for your Live-in care before signing any contract. This includes a clear understanding of who employs your PA, agreeing rates for work, set up fees and on-going management fees.

Each Life is run by Anne Thain, a former senior nurse with decades of experience in delivering support to clients in their home. Anne would be happy to discuss your circumstances to see whether our services may work for you.

Please call Anne on 07971 499411/02081 236286 or e-mail: athain@eachlife.co.uk

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This award winning house, situated within the Green belt and area of special landscape value, has been designed to allow the residents to fully integrate with their surroundings, maintaining the mature landscape so it can continue to thrive.

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he new home, which replaces an existing home has been designed with respect for it’s surroundings. The new design steps down with the fall of the site and uses the level change in conjunction with the modularisation of the house to create intimate internal areas which echo the topographical context of the site.

The design by Nicolas Tye Architects features white render, timber louvres and elegant glazing systems that encourage to blur the division between inside and out. Careful consideration was given to the choice of construction materials, using locally sourced materials, the architects also went as far as specifying natural paints and stains, both internally and externally.

In keeping with it’s design philosophy, heat pumps, rainwater harvesting and grey water recycling systems were also specified to provide an energy efficient and environmentally friendly scheme.

This exquisite building of high quality design and architecture has been created to form a fresh, modern single dwelling what respects the nature of the area and brings a coherent layout integrated with the site while presenting a modern yet timeless design concept.

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Pre-patinated green copper shingles and plain copper singles F ull-length glass windows bringing you views of the surrounding woodland areas A South facing morning room to make the most of the morning sun T he design of the house is derived from a simple concept for example; chronological order of events when getting to the house I ndividual balconies to bedrooms at first floor level have glass balustrades and treated pine timber decking T he underfloor heating throughout the whole house enables flexibility furniture arrangement without restriction S ophisticated home automation system enables the security system, lighting and heating system to be operated remotely S iberian Larch timber cladding A white rendered EPS system at lower level A ir source heat pumps for heating and comfort cooling S edum roof to lower roofs for biodiversity Central to our philosophy is that design is generated by the needs of people, regardless of size or scale of the design opportunity. We actively encourage our clients to consider sustainability, environmental issues and using natural, healthy materials where possible.

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ur showroom is based in Wandsworth, South West London. We have been established for over 40 years and our nationwide client base has grown due to our skilled and professional service. With a wealth of knowledge and over forty years of experience, we provide quality work for all our customers. We cater for homeowners, builders and architects. We are committed to the restoration and preservation of architectural features, combining traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques and materials to reproduce original features such as cornices, ceiling centres and corbels in precise detail and to an exceptionally high quality.

Robert Adam, the 18th century designer and Architect, introduced cornice, Fibrous plasterwork or ornate mouldings into Great Britain.

He incorporated into his ceiling decorations, plaster reliefs. He would then repeat these motifs in the furnishings, carpets and woodwork. The plaster reliefs formed no function except to embellish and beautify. Much the same as they do, today.

There is an immense amount of ornate plasterwork in Great Britain in many different styles, from the finest town and country houses to 19th century railway cottages in Waterloo. London. Over the passage of time the ornate plaster mouldings has been destroyed, damaged, heavily painted or just ripped out because it became unfashionable. Our extensive knowledge and empathy with various eras of interior decor enables us to match any classical feature with great accuracy. We take pride in the competitive prices we offer so you can rely on us to restore your property cleanly and efficiently.

Interior Mouldings Broseley London and the Classic Cornice Co. have collaborated on many projects over the last 30 years.

Their project in Earls Court Sq. was both challenging and rewarding.

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The ceiling in the main reception needed to be replaced, which meant that all the original ornate mouldings, would need to be replaced. The mouldings were removed and catalogued. Taken into the workshop to be cleaned, reproduced and then returned to the house to be installed. The result was a stunning ceiling, restored to its former glory.

Exterior mouldings As the Company has grown we have been asked if the expertise we bring to the internal mouldings can be transferred to the exterior. With the introduction of a product called Jesmonite, a resin-bonded cement with have been able to adapt our skills and knowledge to produce high quality finishes to exteriors.

The Advantage Basement Co. commissioned us to reproduce the external mouldings to the façade of the property in Richmond (below) to match the external mouldings next door. The Richmond Society’s top award of a brass plaque was presented for the transformation of this property in Richmond. They said, ‘The replacement of a 1950s semi, which itself was an infill resulting from bombing during the Second War, with a carefully designed reconstruction of a 19th century villa, completely in keeping with the existing historic townscape and being of the highest build quality. The judging panel had been particularly impressed with the care and consideration taken to reproduce the character and detail of the neighbouring villa.’ The Richmond Society Quarterly Newsletter, Winter 2013.

Our company offers a full range of expertise from manufacturing the ornate plasterwork to the installation both externally and internally.

For more information or to see if we can help you, contact us today. Tel. No. 02088740221 or email info@classiccornice.co.uk

nicolas tye architects As award winning architects and designers we aspire to create extraordinary buildings and spaces for our clients, sometimes from the most difficult of design briefs. Central to our philosophy is that good design should reflect the needs of our clients and respond to the surrounding environment.

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f you are looking for a modern designer kitchen splash back, that will help you creatively express the character of your home, then look no further than the wide variety of bespoke and innovative glass splash backs available at CreoGlass. Here our unique designers are quickly being recognised as setting the benchmark within the interior design industry.

Why Choose Glass E xceptional resistance to impact, water, stains, scratches and heat up to 400 degrees Celsius I t can be constructed to fit even the most awkward of installations S uitable for architectural projects and interior decorative applications such as splashbacks, worktops, wall art and table tops E asy to clean and maintain anti-bacterial surface We offer RAL, Pantone and Dulux colour matching to ensure your new glass splashbacks blend perfectly with your planned colour scheme.

Kitchen Glass Splashbacks have been tremendously popular in recent years and the demand for new ideas is growing year on year with high consumer expectations. CreoGlass has steadily evolved from the standard simplistic high-street options, and is now leading the way in bespoke designer finishes.

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In 2013 we provided in total nearly five hundred kitchen glass splashbacks nation wide, and with over 400 different finishes and designs to choose from its easy to understand why glass splash backs are increasingly becoming the first choice for interior designers and kitchen fitters across the UK.

Many of our exclusive designs are produced using a unique multi-layer construction process, hand crafted by our extremely experienced skilled glass masters. Many of our designs are created using raw materials that are built up layer by layer to form beautiful contemporary structures, entirely unique to CreoGlass.

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AT HERTS BI-FOLD DOORS This year Herts Bi-fold Doors is bigger and better. With its new state of the art showroom in St Albans, growing staff and increasing product range the company continues to meet the demand for high-quality glazing products.

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he highly trained sales team are in the showroom six days a week 8.30am-5.30pm to show customers the products displayed in ‘mock rooms’ and to supply all the information you require to make an informed decision about your purchase. Herts Bi-fold Doors have three surveyors who are available to liaise with both clients and builders on site, at your convenience to talk through products and prices.

The company‘s professional, polite and tidy installation teams have over 10 years’ experience, with additional training from the manufactures to make sure no details are missed.

Herts Bi-fold Doors is happy to undertake projects of all sizes, whether you require a single window, glazing for your whole house or a large commercial job.

Each project is approached with the same level of professionalism and service at a competitive cost.

The company recently completed a large bi-fold door project for Linden Homes and is in the process of installing at another large development.

Herts Bi-folds offer a full service including any building work, so if your property needs an opening, engineered plan or steel work, the skilled tradesmen are able to undertake the job from start to finish. This service has allowed the firm to work with high-end local developers on projects in West Common Harpenden, Radlett and Arkley which can all be seen on the website.

The company is now an approved installer of Kloeber timber bi-folds and doors as seen on Grand Designs. It also supplies and fits ID Products so can offer a bespoke window and door service in a range of timbers.

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In the showroom there are two aluminium door manufacturers on offer: Origin, the fastest growing bi-fold door manufacturer in the UK with a 20 year manufacturer’s guarantee; and Schuco, offering a precision engineered German product with minimal frame for thinner sight lines.

Lead times can be as short as seven days in conjunction with its sister company G&N windows. Herts Bi-folds offers a classic range of products including Eurocell and Duraflex windows, Howells thermally broken rooflights and Rock door ultimate composite doors.

Any work undertaken is offered with a 10 year comprehensive insurance policy with Consumer Protection Association who can give you an unbiased review of the company as it is assessed on each installation by the client and is currently achieving 100% in all criteria.

Check out the company’s new website to view products, technical details, brochures and a 3D configurator allowing you to design your bi-fold door. The site also has links to the Facebook and Twitter pages giving real time informal accounts and images of recent installations.

With Over 25 Years in the industry, Herts Bi-fold Doors and G&N Windows look forward to the future and seeing what the next 25 years will bring.

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t may be the simplicity of shutters that makes them so effortlessly stunning – it’s almost certainly what makes them fit beautifully with so many design schemes. Whatever trend or look you’re going for in your home, you’re sure to find a shutter in a style and colour to complement your room perfectly – whether you’re looking for natural wood or a clean and contemporary painted finish.

But it’s not all about looks, shutters are incredibly practical too. As you’d expect, they provide excellent control over light and privacy, but there’s more to them than you might think. They also give fantastic insulation to windows – perfect for draughty homes – they’re easy to keep clean and they’re extremely hardwearing, so it’s not just their classic style that will stand the test of time.

Spoilt for choice If you’re sold on shutters but you’re not sure whether they’re within your budget, think again. There are so many ranges, from hardwood through to LDF, which make shutters an achievable option for most.

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Local expertise Premier Shutters, based in Basildon, pride themselves on providing unrivalled experience for anyone looking for shutters for their home. Their staff live and breathe shutters, so you can be confident that you’ll not only get sound advice, you’ll also be absolutely delighted with the finished product.

Their specialist surveyors bring their knowledge – not to mention their wide range of samples – to you in your home. They’ll take precise measurements, offer simple guidance and leave a competitive quote – all without the pressure of a hard sell. You’ll be surprised just how many options there are when choosing shutters, so having a friendly expert on hand to answer questions and provide honest advice really is invaluable.

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What does the future hold for divorcing couples?

One of the questions most frequently asked of family lawyers by clients facing separation or divorce is “What am I entitled to?” The answer to this question will depend entirely on the particular circumstances of the case. Sue Woods, a Family Lawyer at Taylor Walton solicitors looks at how finances are resolved upon the breakdown of a marriage.

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hen considering how the assets should be divided, there is a general principle of equality. However, in many cases, to divide the assets equally would produce an unfair or totally impractical result. Following a full consideration of all the circumstances, in most cases it will be necessary to depart from equality and for the assets to be divided in some other way. The factors to be considered are:-

to run two households than one. Where there has been a very comfortable standard of living, needs will be assessed more generously than in cases where the parties have always had to manage on a tight budget.

What are the resources available to the parties both in terms of income and assets?

All types of assets and income can be taken into account including potential future assets such as inheritances. Inheritances will often be regarded differently to other assets even where the inheritance has already been received. Likewise, assets acquired before the marriage or after the parties separate can be treated differently to those acquired during their relationship. How such assets are treated will depend on the circumstances of the case and, in particular, the parties’ needs.

What contributions have each of the parties made?

Exceptional contributions may affect the way the assets are divided. There are different types of contribution and the main breadwinner will not be considered to have made a greater contribution than the party remaining at home to look after the children.

What are the parties’ needs, responsibilities and liabilities?

These will vary from one family to another. Although we all have the same basic need for food, clothing and shelter, what is considered reasonable will vary from case to case depending on the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage and the resources available. The children’s main carer will arguably have a more pressing housing need. If one party has remarried or is with a new partner, this new relationship might impose additional responsibilities or alternatively provide more available resources.

The age of the parties and the length of the marriage.

These factors can have an important bearing on the terms of any settlement. In the case of young spouses, particularly if there are no children involved, a clean break is likely to be appropriate with each party going their separate ways. On the other hand, in the case of a long marriage, a party who has effectively given up their career to look after the children cannot necessarily be expected to immediately go out to work and support themselves. The length of the marriage will be less significant where there are children of the marriage as they will represent a continuing responsibility.

The standard of living during the marriage In most cases it will not be possible for the standard of living enjoyed during the marriage to be sustained after separation, it being far more expensive

Any physical or mental disability of either party This will be a factor insofar as a disability has a bearing on earning capacity, needs or life expectancy.

Is conduct taken into account?

In most cases conduct or behaviour will not be taken into account and will only be relevant if it is exceptional or has had a direct effect on the resources available, particularly if one party has spent excessively or deliberately disposed of assets in an attempt to defeat the other party’s financial claims.

Financial misconduct, including failure to disclose assets within court proceedings, is more likely to be taken into account than matrimonial misconduct e.g. adultery.

Will loss of benefits be considered?

If either party is likely to lose any benefit, for example pension entitlement, as a result of the dissolution of the marriage, this loss of benefits is a factor that should be taken into account when considering terms of settlement.

In addition to these factors, recent case law has put an added “gloss” on how Judges apply the law, to take into account the principles of “compensation” and “sharing”. However, what the law is trying to achieve in every case is a result that is fair, reasonable and practical, with the needs of any children being the first consideration. At the end of the day, the majority of cases will be driven by needs and practicalities.

Taylor Walton’s Family Law team is recommended as a leading practice for Beds., Bucks., Herts. & Middlesex by The Legal 500, an independent directory identifying the UK’s best law firms. If you would like further information relating to this article, or require advice on your own particular circumstances, please contact Sue Woods on 01582 765111 or email sue.woods@taylorwalton.co.uk

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Beautiful Detached Family Home 5 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms (3 En-Suite’s) 4 Receptions High Specification Kitchen Family Room With An Enormous Glass Atrium Enclosed Landscaped Rear Garden Garage Off Street Parking

RADLETT OFFICE 01923 604 321

ARKLEY

£1,250,000

4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 3 Receptions Luxuriously Refurbished To A High Standard Throughout Wide Plot Off Street Parking For Several Vehicles

BARNET OFFICE 020 8449 3383

HADLEY HIGHSTONE

£725,000

Deceptively Spacious Family Home 3 Bedrooms Double Reception 2 Bathrooms Front and Rear Gardens Off Street Parking

BARNET OFFICE 020 8449 3383

CUFFLEY

£999,995

Delightful Detached Family Home That Has Recently Been Extended And Modernised 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 1 Reception South Facing Rear Garden Garage Off Street Parking

BROOKMANS PARK OFFICE 01707 661144

TOTTERIDGE

£649,950

3 Bedrooms 2 Receptions 1 Bathroom Approx. 80ft Westerly Facing Rear Garden Off Street Parking Garage Potential To Extend STPP with Renewed Planning Permission For A Further 3 Years

TOTTERIDGE OFFICE 020 8445 3694

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

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GREENBROOK AVENUE HADLEY WOOD, HERTFORDSHIRE A substantial, detached family home sympathetically extended and refurbished by the current owners to an exemplary standard with a contemporary finish.

The property comprises of: Entrance hall drawing room TV/cinema room study kitchen/dining room master bedroom with 2 dressing rooms and en suite 4 further bedrooms all with en suite shower room utility room garaging gardens EPC Rating = C Guide Price ÂŁ2,875,000 Freehold

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

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Savills Barnet 143 High Street Barnet EN5 5UZ

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HADLEY WOOD, hertfordshire

HADLEY WOOD, hertfordshire

2 reception rooms ø open plan kitchen/diner ø 6 bedrooms (4 en suite) ø orangery ø family bathroom ø utility room ø garden ø garage ø EPC Rating = C

4 receptions ø 6 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø kitchen ø cinema room ø garden ø double garage ø EPC Rating = D

Guide £1.895 million Freehold

Offers in excess of £2 million Freehold

HADLEY WOOD, hertfordshire

COCKFOSTERS, hertfordshire

3 reception rooms ø 5 bedrooms (3 en suite) ø 2 family bathrooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø cinema/media room ø garage ø backing onto golf course ø underfloor heating ø EPC Rating = C

4 receptions ø 5 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø utility room ø games room ø gym ø swimming pool ø garage ø gardens ø EPC rating = C

Guide £2.85 million Freehold

Guide £3.75 million Freehold

Buying or selling this winter? Talk to Savills.

MILL HILL OFFICE 109 The Broadway, Mill Hill NW7 3TG SALES: 020 8906 0660 LETTINGS: 020 8906 0660 E: NW7@martyngerrard.co.uk www.martyngerrard.co.uk

LAKEVIEW, EDGWARE, HA8 £1,2000,000 FREEHOLD A detached 6 bedroom, three reception family home situated on one of Edgware’s premier roads.

THE OWNERS LOVE “The versatility of the property, the rooms are so large which is great for a large family or for entertaining guests” “That the kitchen is located at the front of the house and I can see all the comings and goings” “The location is fantastic, we are only a short walk to Stanmore one way or Edgware the other”

6 Bedrooms 3 Receptions 2 Bathrooms Fitted kitchen/breakfast room Wet room with sauna Utility room Secluded rear garden Car port

WE’VE NOTICED The property is located within close proximity to Edgware and District Reform Synagogue.

Located at the rear of the property is a spacious car port boasting enough room for up to four cars.

EPC RATING - C Please contact Jamie McIver at MILL HILL OFFICE on 020 8906 0660

Martyn Gerrard is the trading name for the North London Network Ltd. Registered in England No. 2441809.

Registered Office: 5th Floor, 7/10 Chandos Street, London W1G 9DQ. Company Secretary: B. Peters Directors: M. Gerrard MRICS FNAEA, S.E. Gerrard MNAEA MARLA, D.H. Smith FNAEA MARLA, W.A. Price MNAEA, S.M. Gerrard MA MRICS FICBA, G. Tsuman MARLA

Regulated by RICS

BARNET • CROUCH END • EAST FINCHLEY • FINCHLEY CENTRAL • NORTH FINCHLEY • HENDON • KENTISH TOWN • MILL HILL • MUSWELL HILL • WHETSTONE

BARNET OFFICE 4 Exchange Buildings, High Street, Barnet EN5 5SY SALES: 020 8440 2444 LETTINGS: 020 8440 4222 E: EN5@martyngerrard.co.uk www.martyngerrard.co.uk

GREENACRE CLOSE, HADLEY HIGHSTONE EN5

Detached six bedroom house with open plan living area and four en suite bathrooms.

£1,695,000 FREEHOLD

WE’VE NOTICED This property was fully renovated & extended approximately 3 years ago & is presented in excellent condition.

Offered on a chain free basis.

Ideally located in a quiet residential cul-de-sac close to High Barnet amenities & transport links while having open fields on your doorstep.

The property is fully alarmed & benefits from video entry.

6 Bedrooms 3 Reception areas open plan 4 Ensuite bathrooms Ample off street parking Spacious kitchen/diner Separate utility room Private secluded garden Located in a quiet cul de sac location

EPC RATING - C Please contact Susan Bradford at BARNET OFFICE on 020 8440 2444

Martyn Gerrard is the trading name for the North London Network Ltd. Registered in England No. 2441809.

Registered Office: 5th Floor, 7/10 Chandos Street, London W1G 9DQ. Company Secretary: B. Peters Directors: M. Gerrard MRICS FNAEA, S.E. Gerrard MNAEA MARLA, D.H. Smith FNAEA MARLA, W.A. Price MNAEA, S.M. Gerrard MA MRICS FICBA, G. Tsuman MARLA

Regulated by RICS

BARNET • CROUCH END • EAST FINCHLEY • FINCHLEY CENTRAL • NORTH FINCHLEY • HENDON • KENTISH TOWN • MILL HILL • MUSWELL HILL • WHETSTONE

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BARNET ROAD ARKLEY EN5

ÂŁ1,695,000 FREEHOLD A fantastic 6 bedroom detached family house set back from the road behind security gates, offering 3400 sq ft of spacious accommodation with far reaching views to the rear over greenbelt countryside. This magnificent home has recently been totally refurbished to a high standard with features including a large master suite with dressing room and bathroom, 3/4 reception rooms, stunning kitchen/breakfast room, double garage, and off street parking for 4/5 cars, as well as a wonderful 120 ft garden with incredible views. Energy Efficiency Rating: C

Hampstead Mill Hill Office Garden Suburb Office 59 Daws 20 MarketLane,Mill Place, Hampstead Hill Garden Suburb London NW7 NW114SE 6JJ

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TRETAWN PARK MILL HILL NW7

ÂŁ1,795,000 FREEHOLD A beautifully modernised and refurbished character 4 bedroom detached family house (2904 sq ft ), set back in a lovely cul de sac, just off Uphill Road. Features include a very large ground floor with a stunning huge kitchen open plan to a dining room and family room, gym/playroom, drawing room, study and a double length garage. Further benefits include under floor heating, air conditioning, wired for sound, a beautiful 100ft rear garden and carriage driveway, with parking for numerous cars. Energy Efficiency Rating: D bedrooms 4 En-suite shower room Family bathroom Dining Room Study

Mill Hill Office

59 Daws Lane,Mill Hill London NW7 4SE

uge kitchen opening to family room H Drawing room Gym/playroom 100ft Garden Carriage driveway

nderfloor heating U Air conditioning Multi room sound Sole Agents Double length garage

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CROWN CLOSE MILL HILL NW7

£3,495,000 FREEHOLD An imposing grand newly built 7 bedroom, 7 bathroom (all en suite) “Arts & Crafts” style detached family house having been completed in 2012. Set in grounds of approximately half an acre offering 4643 square ft of spacious accommodation over 3 floors, “Lime Wood” is set back from the road discretely located behind security gates in a prestigious cul de sac of only 3 houses on the borders of Mill Hill & Totteridge located just off Highwood Hill with incredible views from the rear towards green belt land. Built around a magnificent bespoke limestone and wrought iron grand sweeping staircase opening to a triple height reception hall this gorgeous luxury home boasts a stylish & exceptionally well presented interior offering numerous features including a sumptuous master suite with his and hers dressing rooms and bathrooms, 3/4 separate reception rooms, a huge kitchen family room, underfloor heating, multi room sound, Lutron lighting, partial air conditioning ,detached garage with store room and off street secure parking for numerous vehicles. Energy Efficiency Rating: C

Hampstead Mill Hill Office Garden Suburb Office 59 Daws 20 MarketLane,Mill Place, Hampstead Hill Garden Suburb London NW7 NW114SE 6JJ

T +44 (0) 20 8959 8458 9000 9119

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St VINCENTS LANE MILL HILL NW7

ÂŁ935,000 LEASEHOLD A magnificent recently refurbished and interior designed large 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom top floor apartment in this gorgeous Victorian conversion, located in the heart of Mill Hill Village. Within close proximity to open countryside, yet close to the underground and Mill Hill Thames Link. The property offers fantastic space including a stunning large double reception room with amazing double volume vaulted ceilings and high windows, a large kitchen/breakfast room and 2 reserved parking spaces. Energy Efficiency Rating: C

Mill Hill Office

59 Daws Lane,Mill Hill London NW7 4SE

T +44 (0) 20 8959 9000

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THE NASH’S MILL HILL NW7

£3,250,000 freehold

available to rent £3,500pw

Mill Hill Office

59 Daws Lane,Mill Hill London NW7 4SE

T +44 (0) 20 8959 9000

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Located behind electric gates this striking newly built 8 bedroom, 6 bathroom detached house boasts lavish interior design, as well as a stunning indoor pool overlooking manicured gardens.

The property comprises entrance hall/study room with chandelier and imposing spiral staircase, reception room with fireplace, openplan dining room with aquarium and views overlooking the pool, snooker room with wood panelling, bar and projector screen, indoor swimming pool with sauna, shower and jacuzzi, kitchen with breakfast bar, second kitchen, tv room, vanity room, gym room, WC, boiler room, naturally bright master bedroom with access to a terrace and luxury en suite bathroom, seven further good-sized bedrooms (six with en suite bathrooms), fabulous garden with patio area and large carriage driveway with fountain.

The property further benefits from solid marble flooring on the ground floor and all the bathroom suites on the first floor, skylight windows in the reception room, snooker room, swimming pool and both kitchens, air conditioning in all of the bedrooms and in several other rooms, a comprehensive video alarm system and integrated speakers and tv points in every bedroom and the snooker room. Weymouth Avenue is moments away from Mill Hill Broadway.

Energy Efficiency Rating: C

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TOTTERIDGE LONDON N20 A

beautiful family residence positioned in a secluded and private location yet in the heart of Totteridge Village. The property stands central in its own landscaped gardens and grounds with views rolling over the Arkley valley. Located within easy reach of Totteridge & Whetstone underground station (Northern Line) and the shopping and restaurant facilities of Whetstone High Road.

The property is situated at the end of a private road from Totteridge Village.

You enter the property and you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hallway with Amtico flooring. From the hall there is a downstairs cloakroom, dining room to the front aspect, a large reception room to the rear which also leads to the study. Furthermore to the rear of the property is a full fitted kitchen with a range of integrated appliances and granite worktops. Just off the back of the kitchen is a good size family/breakfast room that has direct access to the garden. To the rear of the breakfast room there is a further door that takes you into the utility room and an airing cupboard.

To the first floor there is a lovely bright landing that leads you to 4 bedrooms which all have fitted wardrobes. The master bedroom and 2nd bedroom also have en-suite bathrooms and views over the garden and Arkley valley. To complete the first floor there is also a storage cupboard and a family bathroom.

To the second floor there is a further bedroom and en-suite shower room.

The gardens surround the property and are maintained to the highest standard.

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There is a split level patio at the rear of house and to the rear of the garden adjoining the green belt is a well positioned water feature and decked seating area. The property also benefits having a detached garage and off street parking.

Price Guide ÂŁ1,800,000 Freehold

Features ntrance Hall E Reception Room Kitchen Breakfast Room Utility Room Dining Room Office Guest Cloakroom First Floor Landing Master Bedroom With En Suite Bathroom

edroom 2 With En Suite Bathroom B Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Family Bathroom Second Floor Landing: Bedroom 5 With En Suite Shower Room Exterior Garden Detached Garage Off Street Parking

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

P R O P E RT Y

Features ntrance Hall E Kitchen/Breakfast Room Utility Room Lounge/Diner Reception Room Guest Cloakroom First Floor Landing Master Bedroom With En Suite Bathroom and Dressing Room Bedroom 2 with En Suite Bathroom Bedroom 3 with En Suite Bathroom Sun Terrace Second Floor Landing: Bedroom 4/Games Room with En Suite Bathroom Bedroom 5 with En Suite Bathroom Exterior Landscaped Rear Garden Carriage Driveway

RADLETT HERTFORDSHIRE, WD7 A

n outstanding, contemporary family home of approx. 4400 sq ft. with enormous kerb appeal set over three floors on one of Radletts premier roads.

Built 3 years ago, it has been meticulously designed for todays family life with a tremendous emphasis on a large kitchen family room, opening on to a beautifully landscaped and designed rear garden. High ceilings throughout the ground floor together with bi folding doors and huge windows further add to the feeling of space and light throughout this well designed home.

As you would expect with a house of this calibre, the property offers an extensive range of modern features including under floor heating, air conditioning to bedrooms, seamless resin floors as well as polished concrete floors and specialist plaster finishes to selected rooms. Designer bathroom suites are complete with Gessi Viola taps and surfaces, Porcelenosa and Worlds End tiles throughout.

The German Eggersman kitchen is complete with Miele appliances, induction hob and fitted Teppanyaki plate.

This fine home is completed with a striking entrance hall and staircase with an integral garage together with a garden in excess of 150ft and a separate dedicated office/games room. An internal viewing is highly recommended as photographs rarely do a property of this calibre justice.

Price Guide ÂŁ2,850,000 Freehold

For more information about this property please contact Statons Radlett office on 01923 604 321 or email radlett@statons.com.

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