St Albans Life Magazine July 2011

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Welcome to our July issue.

The appetite for quality contemporary fine art shows few signs of abating. Todd White will be making a personal appearance at Gallery Rouge at the end of September. Due to his busy schedule and the massive clamour for his time, the exact date has yet to be finalised.

Michael’s Manor Hotel won the Best Independent Hotel Category at the recent Caterer.com event, which celebrated the Best Employers in Hospitality 2011 – England and Wales. We take a closer look at the stunning St Albans hotel. Knebworth House, Garden and Park will host an exhibition of chainsaw carvings in August by highly-regarded resident wood carvers, Dennis Heath and Dave Flemons. With over 20 years combined experience the carvers are renowned throughout the world through their competitions and exhibitions.

1926 was the first year of what is now known as the London Polo Club, beginning life as the Ham Common Polo Club it was part of a whole host of equestrian clubs that offered Londoners the opportunity to watch one of the most thrilling sports to have ever been conceived.

We take a look at the exciting summer fixtures.

This gives you just a small taste of exciting events and articles featured in this month’s issue, until next month...

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he appetite for quality contemporary fine art shows few signs of abating.

Indeed it could be argued that the popularity of art is on the rise with increasing numbers of art lovers, collectors and investors seeking out the work of recognised and respected artists, as well as emerging talent from around the world.

After their highly successful recent exhibition showcasing the talent of Mark Spain, Gallery Rouge is proud to announce the forthcoming attendance and exhibition of work from international superstar Todd White.

Arguably one of the biggest names currently to

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create a stir has to be Todd White. His work has been described as ‘Rat Pack meets Picasso’ and has been rapturously received. Snapped up by celebrity A-listers Sharon Stone, Michael Douglas, Vin Diesel and Playboy legend Hugh Hefner, his work is instantly recognisable.

Todd honed his skills at Warner Brothers as the lead illustrator for the hit cartoon series SpongeBob SquarePants (you may not know him, but your children or grandchildren certainly will!).

Born in Texas and now living in Los Angeles, Todd can often be found hanging out at bars and nightclubs, soaking up the atmosphere – watching, listening, observing, looking for a humorous social scene to capture. Through his use of bold colours and exaggerated features, his characters vividly

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portray the glamour and style of Hollywood.

As the official artist of the 2007 GRAMMY Awards – the musical equivalent of the Oscars –Todd has enjoyed a meteoric rise. Attempting to explain why is work is collected by 18 to 80 year-olds, Todd comments – Young people buy my work because they think : ’that’s me, that’s how I am’, and the old guys think : ‘that’s me, how I used to be’.

Last year, Todd produced a number of images in conjunction with Coca-Cola, which featured on a range of exclusively limited edition bottles. More recently, Todd was commissioned by the ‘Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Fund’ to create a painting to mark what would have been her 50th birthday. The painting will be auctioned this month with proceeds going towards the charity.

Todd White will be making a personal appearance at Gallery Rouge at the end of September. Due to his busy schedule and the massive clamour for his time, the exact date has yet to be finalised. We would recommend you keep the weekend of September the 24th free though!

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Kuldip personally selects the artists who are represented by the gallery, bringing a diverse ensemble of artisans to the region, constantly seeking out new work from all over the world...

Gallery Rouge is a leading UK gallery assisting clients throughout Hertfordshire and North London. The gallery aims to source, secure and exhibit some of the finest contemporary art from around the world. Representing a diverse collection of work from an ever increasing portfolio of artists, the gallery continually strives to offer the highest levels of service and support. The art consultants at Gallery Rouge believe that buying art should be an enjoyable experience, and are always happy to offer

guidance or information on anything from artist backgrounds to artwork presentation.

If you want to ensure that you receive advance notice of all new artist work, and invitations to exhibitions and focal events, please be sure to sign up to the newsletter service at www.galleryrouge. co.uk. Alternatively, why not visit the gallery at 27 Chequer Street, St Albans, AL1 3YJ to experience the work firsthand.

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Britain has heaps of horriBle stories to tell. it’s history with the nasty Bits left in!

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he festival is a result of a sell out two day event in 2010 and is now back bigger and better than ever before.

Billed as the big bash for little people, organisers have secured an impressive line up of diverse attractions and activities, guaranteed to keep kids (big and small) entertained for hours on end.

Straight off the TV and onto the LolliBop live stage is CBeebies favourite Rastamouse, making his London debut at the LolliBop festival. Rastamouse, Scratchy and Zoomer will keep the little ones bopping with ‘Hot Hot Hot’ tracks from their debut album and cool, cool performances of songs from the show including ‘Ice Popp’.

Other big name acts confirmed to perform at the

festival, include Dick and Dom, Zingzillas, The Bopps and Charlie & Lola. And popular Cbeebies presenters Carrie Burnell, Alex Winters and Sid Stone will be joining in all the fun too.

Other festival highlights, include Horrible Histories!

From Roman Britain to Victoria’s Empire, Britain has heaps of horrible stories to tell. It’s history with the nasty bits left in!

Fans of The Twits, Charlie & the Chocolate Factory and James & the Giant Peach will love The Roald Dahl Museum and Storytelling.

The award-winning museum’s fantabulously skilled storytellers captivate audiences with lively and hilarious renditions of Roald Dahl’s books. Lots of audience participation is required, in the form of help with special effects, noises and actions Magic and wonderment is very much alive in the Enchanted Forest. From tall tales to fairy dust let their imagination run wild.

Amazing stories and readings from nationally acclaimed authors, lifelike gorillas, fairy and wizard school, crazy creatures and much more.

For all budding Einsteins,

Science Museum Live is great fun for all the family to enjoy, with spectacular science and hands-on exhibits. Launch an exploding rocket, fire a vortex of air and learn the secrets behind some of the coolest science experiments.

And if that wasn’t enough, there’s plenty of arts and craft activities, face painting and workshops, including DJ classes and pizza making sessions. Go karting, a football factory (with Tottenham Hotspur), babyoke, stand up comedy and even a ‘gorilla enclosure’ all add to the LolliBop fun. A wide selection of food and drinks stalls are on hand to provide a welcome rest.

All of the activities, stages and events are included in the entry ticket price meaning parents won’t be in for any expensive surprises!

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ONE’s ever popular Sunday evening programme Antiques Roadshow will be filming for its 34th series at the All England Lawn Tennis Club, Wimbledon, on Thursday, 25th August, 2011. The doors open at 9.30 am and close at 4.30pm. Entry to the show is free.

This will be presenter Fiona Bruce’s fourth year with the Roadshow and she says, “Presenting the Antiques Roadshow is, for me, one of those rare and very lucky coincidences in television when you get to work on a show that you already love to watch.

Exploring the human story behind every object is what makes Antiques Roadshow so fascinating. And everyone loves the agony and ecstasy of the ‘what’s it worth? moment. The AR isn’t just about antiques it’s history, beauty and drama all wrapped up in one.’

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Some of Britain’s leading antiques and fine arts specialists will be on hand to offer free advice and valuations to visitors, who are invited to raid their attics and bring along their family heirlooms, household treasures and car boot bargains for inspection by the experts.

items can send details and photographs of their objects to: ANTIQUES ROADSHOW, BBC, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2LR or e-mail them to: antiques.roadshow@bbc.co.uk. It may be possible to arrange to look at the item in advance and organise transportation to the venue.

The last series, watched by an average of six million viewers, included some great finds such as an Egyptian stone head dug up in a garden worth £10,000, a medieval ring found on a farm and valued at £20,000 and a Meissen cup and saucer bought at a car boot sale for £2.50 which was worth £5,000.

Among some of the stranger items brought along were uneaten pieces of Royal wedding cake and a life-sized model of a lion once used in a TV series.

Visitors to the show should use public transport and entry is via Gate 5 in Church Road. Series Editor Simon Shaw says: “The team are all looking forward to visiting such an iconic venue as Wimbledon.

It’s always exciting to see what will come to light on the day. We regularly see between 1500 and 2000 visitors on the day. Despite the high turnout everyone will get to see an expert.”

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THE WORLD’S GREATEST CLASSICAL MUSIC FESTIVAL

FRIDAY 15th JULY to SATURDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2011 This is the 117th year of the Proms and still it remains true to its original aim: to present the widest possible range of music, performed to the highest standards, to large audiences.

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he first Proms concert took place on 10th August 1895 and was the brainchild of the impresario Robert Newman, manager of the newly built Queen’s Hall in London. While Newman had previously organised symphony orchestra concerts at the hall, his aim was to reach a wider audience by offering more popular programmes, adopting a less formal promenade arrangement, and keeping ticket prices low.

The 100th Proms season took place in 1994 and the festival now includes over 70 main Prom concerts every year, ever widening the range of symphonic and operatic music presented.

The BBC Proms continues to welcome leading international performers whilst showcasing the best of the British music scene, including the BBC’s own orchestras and choirs.

The BBC Proms are broadcast on BBC Radio 3, and many are broadcast on BBC television and all broadcasts are available via the BBC iPlayer for 7 days.

Seasoned enthusiast or complete newcomer, it’s easy to feel a little overwhelmed when faced with the fascinating variety of concerts that make up the BBC Proms 2011 season. There’s something to appeal to everyone, with 74 concerts in the Royal Albert Hall, 12 Chamber Proms at Cadogan Hall plus numerous other special events to choose from. The Proms Plus series incorporates over seventy events 1 8 j u ly 2 0 1 1

talks, films, family events and more. A further highlight of the season is the world-famous Last Night of the Proms, bringing the season to a spectacular end on Saturday 10th September with celebrations taking places across the UK. BBC Proms in the Park, Hyde Park, London Saturday 10th September 2011 Now in its sixteenth year, Proms in the Park is still one of London’s most popular events. This year a host of internationally acclaimed stars, including Katherine Jenkins, Russell Watson and Lang Lang, will be accompanied by Proms in the Park favourites the BBC Concert Orchestra, conducted by Keith Lockhart.

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While it lives up to its reputation of a fun Last Night party celebrating British tradition, it equally encapsulates the spirit of the Proms, with leading international artists and an all-embracing programme, introducing new works alongside much-loved classics and bringing together the different themes of the season.

This year Edward Gardner leads the festivities for the first time, conducting the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, with starring roles for pianist Lang Lang and soprano Susan Bullock.

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The Dubai Duty Free

Shergar Cup Family Day Saturday 6th August, Ascot Racecourse

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he Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup is Britain’s premier international jockeys’ competition, where teams of riders from all over the world compete over six races for the coveted trophy. The teams are Great Britain, Ireland, Europe and Rest of the World.

THE CREAM OF THE ‘80s COMES TO ASCOT

Jason Donovan Paul Young

Ascot Racecourse has announced its much anticipated line up for the ‘80s concert after racing on Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup Day on Saturday 6th August. To mark the Royal Racecourse’s 300th anniversary and the 10th anniversary of promoter Here and Now, there will be no fewer than ten acts performing a two and a half hour set of their greatest hits from the 1980’s after racing.

The full line-up is as follows

Jason Donovan Kid Creole & The Coconuts Jimmy Somerville Paul Young Toyah China Crisis Odyssey Altered Images brother beyond

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Brother Beyond Visage Aussie legend Jason Donovan is very excited about the prospect of playing at the Dubai Duty Free Shergar Cup: ‘I can’t wait to perform at Ascot on the Here and Now Tour when the days are longer and warmer - it should be a great day and I’m really looking forward to it!’

Kid Creole added: ‘Ascot - 300 years and still going strong. What a thrill to be associated with an idea that conjures up the very ingredients that I adore: hats, glamour, tradition, heritage, flamboyance, competition, thrills and romance ..... Perfect!’

John Blake, Head of Sales and Marketing at Ascot Racecourse, said. ‘We are delighted that so many stars from the 80s have agreed to play Ascot. The day is always very special with racegoers dressing up in their best 80’s gear, which all adds to the wonderful family friendly atmosphere’.

Ticket start from just £26 per person and can be purchased at www.ascot.co.uk or by calling 0870 727 1234. Generous group and advance discounts apply. altered images

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Cartier International Day 2011 For every English polo player, and indeed for the greatest names in the sport worldwide, the Coronation Cup – the feature match on Cartier International Day at Guards Polo Club – remains the most coveted event to play in during the English polo season. This is the day when the polo fields of English summer enjoy full bloom, infused with a spice of glamour, celebrity and royal patronage.

This year, the Hurlingham Polo Association, the sport’s governing body in the UK, will be celebrating the centenary of the Coronation Cup. Of course, the Cup has not been played for in every one of these 100 years – two world wars saw to that – but it has been one of the most famous matches in global polo over the last 10 decades. In fact today, the Cartier International Day is considered the world’s largest spectator polo event, attracting more than 20,000

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people to Guards Polo Club, set in the heart of Windsor Great Park. This year the England polo team will play a hugely talented Brazilian team for the trophy. England polo team captain Luke Tomlinson, who has worn the skipper’s armband since 2006 says: “It’s always a great occasion to be involved in. To play for your country, and to be captain, is a high honour in any sport. It’s always a great feeling to go out there and play in front of a huge home crowd. As players, it means so much to us.”

Andrew Hine, a former captain of England, and now the England team coach, believes the match day has a flavour like no other. “You can play in the Argentine Open in Palermo, Buenos Aires, which for many is the Mecca of the sport, with the noise and 5,000 people on top of you; but when you play at Guards Polo Club in The Coronation Cup, and you hear the roar of 25,000 people, there is nothing

like it anywhere in the world. No event can claim those sorts of numbers, and when you get a great, close match, and the crowd in those stands gets behind you, the hairs stand up on the back of your neck. It is the biggest game in the world. We love that as players. There’s no greater feeling.”

Alan Kent, another England stalwart, who has also coached the England team, says: “My memories of Coronation Cup are either adulation and joy, or complete demoralisation. It’s all or nothing, highs and lows. But win or lose, you cannot help looking back on every match you played in, or were involved in, with a deep sense of pride.”

The Coronation Cup is framed by Cartier International Day, which has become a late summer addition to the social sporting calendar. The event slots in alongside Henley, Wimbledon, Ascot and the Lord’s

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Test match. The Day itself offers two outstanding polo games – the Coronation Cup in the afternoon and a morning game – showcasing up-and-coming English talent – for the Golden Jubilee Trophy. In addition to this first-class sport on the field, the day provides some fantastic hospitality opportunities, including the chance to spend the day – and the evening – in the Chinawhite marquee. Chinawhite has been the post match party provider for the past 10 years and this year has invited the legendary producer Mark Ronson and Axwell from the Swedish House Mafia to be the guest DJs during the evening.

If a quieter afternoon is needed, then Keith Prowse offers a more relaxed lunch and afternoon tea option in their marquee, situated within the Smith’s Lawn Enclosure, close to the Cartier Marquee. Cartier announced earlier this year that this will be their last year of sponsorship of this high-goal event – after 27 years – as they will be sponsoring Guards Polo Club’s Queen’s Cup tournament from 2012. The Cartier Marquee guest list is always impressive, with an array of stars from the world of film, television and music.

With renowned chef Anton Mosimann and his team

providing a delicious menu and John Carter creating the breathtaking floral displays, a Cartier Marquee invitation is always one to treasure.

If a more relaxed picnic with friends is what is needed then the Club has arranged for Foreman and Field, its official picnic suppliers, to create a special Cartier International Day menu which can be delivered to you at home or can be collected at the Club on the day. In addition, Guards Polo Club creates an extensive shopping village, offering everything from Audis – an appropriate venue for them as they are the sponsors of the England team – to Pommery Champagne.

In fact, there are so many stalls that you will need to keep an eye on the time to make sure that you don’t miss the match. And if the games have inspired you to take up the sport, you can leave the Club with all the necessary kit (apart from the ponies) ready for your first chukka. La Martina has a stand within the trade village and the doors will also be open in their permanent shop at Guards, situated alongside the Royal Box.

Ok, so the HPA still has to name its England squad that will take to the field on Cartier International Day to play Brazil in this year’s Coronation Cup. But whoever they select to play – be it experienced international players like Luke’s younger brother Mark Tomlinson or new members of the England squad such as sevengoaler Satnam Dhillon, all the team will wear their England shirts with pride.

The same can be said of everyone attending the 2011 Cartier International Day. Whether you have a coveted Cartier invitation or are coming to spend the day at the Club with friends, family, and a picnic, the day will surely provide many lasting memories? Ensure that you are part of polo history in the making and book your tickets now.

www.guardspoloclub.com www.chinawhite.com/polo www.keithprowse.co.uk www.cartier.com www.hpa-polo.co.uk

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The Royal Automobile Club One membership, twO exclusive clubhOuses

ounded in 1897, with the aim of encouraging automobilism in Britain, today the Royal Automobile Club is a private members’ club that combines over 100 years of tradition with contemporary and luxurious facilities. Two unique clubhouses, one in the heart of London’s Pall Mall, the other Woodcote Park, a peaceful estate set within 350 acres of rolling Surrey countryside, offer unsurpassed dining, banqueting, accommodation, golf and sporting facilities. Membership remains at record levels of around 16,500 members in the UK and beyond with members ranging from those in their teens to those over one hundred years of age!

Club life

The Club’s lively and diverse events programme covers art and culture, sporting events with guest speakers, theatre, comedy, live music, along with gourmet dinners and visiting Chef ’s from Europe’s top restaurants and beyond.

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Members gain access to other exclusive properties and facilities as the Club has reciprocal links with over sixty other private clubs around the globe. soCial aCtivities

Sample a wide range of activities and sports, from Sub Aqua to Squash, Book Club to Billiards, enjoying professional tuition, regular competitions, social and lecture evenings.

Motoring

Remaining loyal to its motoring past with

annual motoring dinners, awards and industry launches, Pall Mall frequently plays host to the world’s top marques, Rolls Royce, Bentleys and even the occasional supercar or F1 on display.

Membership of one of the finest clubs in the world truly brings many privileges

Pall Mall Today

Set in the heart of St James’s, the Pall Mall clubhouse provides a welcome sanctuary away from the bustle of Central London, in which members and their guests can relax. In all its Edwardian splendour, the high ceilings, rich carpets and ornate plasterwork, as well as a fine collection of art, help create a contemporary experience set within the luxurious and comfortable surroundings of a traditional club.

The clubhouse provides a fine choice of restaurants, lounges and bars with décor and menus that range from opulence to relaxed to meet every member’s requirements.

In 2007 The Great Gallery restaurant enjoyed a metamorphosis with its lavish use of gold leaf, a hand-blocked wood floor inspired by Pavlovsk Palace in St. Petersburg and a series of murals by artist Catherine Lovegrove. The unused terrace beyond became a splendid topiary-filled oasis for al fresco dining and, when smoking became outlawed, the Smoking Room also underwent a transformation.

Now known as the Club Room, it retains a cheerful informality as regulars

sip tea and play chess in an awe-inspiring interior that was described in Country Life as ‘English Palladian style at its most sumptuously architectural’. The room boasts a ceiling and frieze modelled on the old War Office that stood at 89 Pall Mall before the Club was built.

Members and guests can unwind in leather armchairs, take tea and sandwiches or a drink, play backgammon or chess, read a daily paper or a book from the well stocked clubhouse library.

The elegant Cocktail Bar and Art Deco inspired Brooklands Room, a smaller and more informal brasserie-style restaurant rarely have a spare table and for member functions, there are six impressive private dining and meeting rooms allowing for all kinds of events, from intimate dinners and small private meetings to the very grandest receptions for up to 450 people.

The exceptional sports facilities include a well-equipped gym, unique Turkish baths for male, female and mixed days, squash courts, billiards tables, treatments rooms and the famous marble columned swimming pool is the training ground for many a dedicated swimmer.

Out of town members benefit from the use of its 84 en-suite rooms and full housekeeping services, while the business centre and library provide the latest technology to members away from their offices. Building work is currently taking place at Pall Mall, to increase the j u ly 2 0 1 1 2 7

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number of bedrooms available to members by 22, due for completion early 2011.

The Royal Automobile Club, 89 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5HS Telephone 0207 930 2345 www. royalautomobileclub.co.uk

The History of the Pall Mall Clubhouse

The purpose built Pall Mall clubhouse took three years to complete. Responsible for the work were the famed architects Messrs.

Mewes and Davis, who numbered the nearby Ritz amongst their achievements.

Together they pioneered a steel structure as an internal framework and utilised every new scientific innovation available at the time, electric and hydraulic lifts, central heating and air conditioning, 120 telephone lines, gas flares to illuminate the front of the building and even electric lighting.

Eventually opening in March 1911, at a cost of £250,000, a Vanity Fair article of the era described the clubhouse as being ‘on a scale of grandeur absolutely unparalleled anywhere.’ The Committee convened in the new clubhouse for the long-awaited opening, but half of them got lost in the vast new building and needed guides.

The interiors were equally as impressive, as were the views over London, from Nelson’s Column to Buckingham Palace.

Opulent French Renaissance style décor, Doric colonnades in the central vestibule and fine paintings, all added to the splendour. In total the clubhouse contained 258 rooms, including a library, photographic studio, barbers and hairdressers, bedrooms, waiting rooms, assembly rooms, committee rooms and smoking rooms. Dining has always been central, with the original Great Gallery able to accommodate up to 500 people.

Unsurpassed recreation and sporting facilities have also been a constant, with card tables, a billiard-saloon, fencing, gymnasium, a rifle range and even a bowling alley. Squash courts and a Turkish Bath were also installed, but the piece de resistance was the swimming pool with its mosaic columns, white Sicilian marble walls and bronze balconies overlooking the shimmering green water. It is even rumoured that Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret learned to swim in the pool at the Club.

Woodcote Park Today

Woodcote Park is a 350-acre estate set in the Epsom Downs, just 16 miles from Pall Mall. The handsome red brick mansion retains the style and atmosphere of a great country house and is the perfect place for members looking to escape urban life.

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hole parkland golf courses - members can play on payment of a green fee.

This is complemented by other sports facilities, including a 30-metre indoor swimming pool, four squash courts, six floodlit tennis courts, a modern gymnasium and a croquet lawn.

The Boston Room, Woodcote Park’s newly refurbished main restaurant, offers the best in British and international cuisine served in formal but stylish surroundings.

Completely transformed with a new menu and interior, the Boston Room is the place to go to sample the finest ingredients that Britain has to offer; succulent beef from the Castle of Mey in Scotland or free range chicken from Laverstoke Park in Hampshire. Cooked using techniques from around the world to give the dining experience a truly cosmopolitan feel. the Derby rooM

Derby Day is perhaps the highlight of Woodcote’s social and sporting calendar, but the Derby Room itself, can be used for many other occasions during the year, including dinners, luncheons, wedding receptions and conferences. It can also be used for small dances in conjunction with its smaller neighbour the Oaks Room. the oaks rooM

Named after the other June Classic run over the Epsom Downs course, the Oaks room, like the Derby Room beside it, has fine views over the Woodcote golf courses. This intimate corner room, on the first floor, is regularly used by Members to entertain smaller parties of friends, family or business colleagues.

22 bedrooms, including 1 suite, offer a very high standard of accommodation.

The prestigious entertaining rooms and banqueting facilities make Woodcote Park an impressive venue for garden and drinks parties, wedding receptions, residential conferences and business meetings. The grounds can also be utilised for team activities such as archery, laser clay shooting and country pursuits.

The Royal Automobile Club, Woodcote Park, Wilmerhatch Lane, Epsom, Surrey KT18 7EW Telephone 01372 276311 www.royalautomobileclub.co.uk

The History of Woodcote Park

In 1913 Woodcote Park near Epsom racecourse was purchased as a Country Club to compliment the Pall Mall clubhouse. Located on the site of a historic 12thCentury abbey, it was a mansion built in 1679 by Richard Evelyn (brother of diarist John), and mentioned

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Barely had the ink dried on the documents when the First World War was declared, and both clubhouses were put at the disposal of the armed services.

In 1934, Woodcote Park was razed to the ground by fire, re-opening only 21 months later in May 1936. World War II saw the country club assume a new role, a training centre for thousands of troops with the grounds ploughed for agricultural purposes. In August 1940 a Hawker Hurricane made a forced landing in the golf course. The British pilot was helped into the Clubhouse for medical assistance, having first proved his nationality by waving a packet of ‘Players’ cigarettes at golfers in the vicinity.

The intervening years saw the country clubhouse firmly establish itself as a social and golfing haven for members and guests, with two 18-hole parkland golf courses, the Coronation and the Old Course. In the 1980s investment was needed to bring Woodcote Park up to date; around £5 million pounds was invested in refurbishing and equipping the country clubhouse with a sports complex, Cedars, indoor swimming pool, squash and tennis courts. Today Woodcote Park remains a hub for members looking to escape from the hustle and bustle of London.

Motoring History

From the advent of the horseless carriage to the age of the stretch limousine, the Royal Automobile Club has been the ‘Parliament of Motoring.’

The Royal Automobile Club, Britain’s oldest and most influential motoring organisation, was born out of a shared love of motoring and a dedication to preserving the rights and best interests of motorists over 100 years ago. Founded in 1897 by Frederick Richard Simms, assisted by Charles Harrington Moore, the Club’s history mirrors that of motoring itself: In 1896 the restrictive Red Flag Act, that had required a man to walk in front of every vehicle, was repealed, the birth of motoring in the UK. The Emancipation Run, the precursor to today’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, was organised to celebrate the passing of the Locomotives on the Highways Act. In 1900, Claude Johnson organised the ‘Thousand Mile Trial’, putting British motoring on the map. Three years later, the Club vigorously campaigned for the Motor Act, having long had the interests of the private motorist at heart.

This Act increased speed limits and removed other restrictive legislation.

1905 and the Club organised the first Tourist Trophy (TT) race, today the oldest

motoring race regularly run. In the same year the Club became the governing body for motor sport in Britain and introduced driving certificates, a responsibility which was not to be taken over by the government for another thirty years.

In 1911 the Club turnover rose to £970,000 from £385,000 the previous year, as a result of a huge influx of new members, all paying 25 guineas a head to join and an annual subscription fee of 10 guineas. In 1943 Lord Mountbatten became the Club’s President.

From the 1950’s to 1960’s the British car industry began to suffer from overseas competition and inefficiencies and the Club’s main rival the AA began to modernise and consolidate its service to members. Despite this the clubhouse itself continued to prosper.

After Lord Mountbatten’s assassination by the IRA in 1979, Prince Michael of Kent became President of the Club.

1991 saw the formation of the RAC Foundation for Motoring. Long before that the Club, through its Public Policy Committee, had become a respected voice in the formulation of government policy on roads and motorised transport. This was recognized and strengthened by the formation, in 1991, of the RAC Foundation for Motoring, a registered charity.

RAC Motoring Services Ltd, which offered roadside assistance and many other benefits to over 5½ million associate members, was sold by the Club in 1999 to the Lex Group, and later passed to Aviva, the insurance company formerly known as Norwich Union.

1999 also saw a very new era for the Club as ladies were admitted as members in their own right!

Present Day

Overseen by the Club’s Motoring Committee, the Club continues to own and maintain a unique fleet of veteran and historic vehicles and runs a number of annual events including the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run, which commemorates the Emancipation Run of 1896. It is the longest running motoring event, with people coming from all over the world annually to view over 500 cars dating from before 1905.

Members can participate in a range of varied motoring related events whilst the Committee continues to foster links and relationships with industry and the wider motoring world. Recent award winners at the Club have included Lewis Hamilton, James Toseland, and the legendary Sir Jackie Stewart and Sir Stirling Moss famous motoring names of recent decades. j u ly 2 0 1 1 2 9

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Some of the country’s foremost house builders, architects and surveyors throw caution to the wind, quite literally, when taking part in their exclusive industry event, the Little Britain Challenge Cup, Europe’s largest commercial sailing regatta, which takes place every September in Cowes, on the Isle of Wight.

This year’s event, taking place 8th-11th September, received a record number of firm entries during the first week of opening their on-line booking service, something that particularly delighted the Little Britain Chairman, David Smith, from Surrey-based luxury house builders Octagon who comments,

“We see the LBCC as the perfect mix of a wonderful few days’ racing combined with some great networking opportunities. Anybody who is anybody, is here for the four day extravaganza, either bringing down company members to crew, or inviting clients who love to join in for both the racing and partying afterwards. We forsee this being a sell out year, so are urging regulars and newcomers alike, who have yet to register, not to delay, so they can be assured of place in September.”

Both those wishing to actually compete, or simply join in from the quayside, there is a jam packed programme of events which will take 1500 guests through from sunrise to the early hours throughout the regatta period.

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Everyone is invited to join in the evening parties held at Cowes Yacht Haven. This year, the Friday night extravaganza is Viva Las Vegas, giving guests the chance to dress up in theme, and take part in a fun filled programme of entertainment.

This includes getting hitched in the Little White Wedding Chapel, and special guest appearances from ‘Elvis’, ‘Frank’, and the lovely ‘Vegas Show Girls’.

The LBCC is more than just a jolly, as it continues to support a number of charities, which, more than ever, need help and support. Not least the GBR Paralympic Sailing Team. This is the LBCC’s last big chance to raise funds for these most magnificent of sailors, to ensure they enter the 2012 Olympics in winning style. Already well into serious training on the Olympic waters of Weymouth, the seven young individuals are determinedly gearing themselves towards victory, despite their varying degrees of disability which range from cerebral palsy through minus a right forearm to a double below the knee amputee.

The LBCC money really does make a huge difference, as these sailors, all professionals and regatta champions, get nothing in the way of handouts from government or councils. This is the time that costs start to soar, as the team require more boats, which come hand in hand with higher maintenance bills.

As well as actively overturing sponsors themselves, to help keep their boats in prime condition and in the water, they rely on the generosity of people like the contestants and guests who attend the Little Britain Challenge Cup.

Join the Race Contact: Mary Scott-Jackson 01983 248140 info@littlebritain.co.uk www@littlebritain.co.uk

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HAM POLO CLUB was the first year of what is now known as the London Polo Club, beginning life as the Ham Common Polo Club it was part of a whole host of equestrian clubs that offered Londoners the opportunity to watch one of the most thrilling sports to have ever been conceived.

The club was formed for players who may not have played in the major high goal tournaments but shared a love for the sport. This is a strong tradition that has been carried through to the present day. Other similarities to the modern club included the presence of the 10 goalers of yesteryear. Johnny Traill the first Argentine 10 was a regular player and coach.

England’s inter war years saw a temporary halt to polo in the UK, however, the late great William Francis Walsh, affectionately known as Billy, set to in 1946 reviving polo in the Royal Borough of Richmond Upon Thames. The first post war polo tournament was played at Roehampton in 1947 and fittingly Billy, boasting a 5 goal handicap, and the Ham team took the trophy home.

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Club. Now played at an eight goal level, major english polo teams will be competing in the tournament played in August.

Billy continued to develop polo in London; though he is remembered well for this, he is also recognised for being one of the key figures in the post war revival of the sport in the UK. As a token of recognition, on the polo international day in 1985 HM the Queen presented Billy with a bronze of a polo player.

In 2010 there is only one polo club in London, it has become one of the most idyllic settings in the capital city and goes from strength to strength.

Upon arrival players and spectators find themselves nestled between the leafy cover of Richmond Park and the River Thames, overlooked by the stunning Jacobean Ham House.

The club now boasts one of the busiest schedules of competitive polo and charity events. Over the last few years in excess of £1.5 million has been raised for worthy causes and every season around 2000 chukkas are played on the Richmond grounds.

This year will be no exception, at the time of

writing the ponies are in training and the opening matches of the London Polo Season will be played on Sunday 2nd of May. The first of the charity events, the Childline Sundown Polo Challenge, will be on Saturday the 19th of June.

This event, now a regular fixture, often features world number one polo player Adolfo Cambiaso making the match one of the most exciting to watch. Famous faces at the dinner and party have included Esther Rantzen the founder of the charity, Neil Fox, John Hurt, Andrew Neil, Elle Macpherson and Jodie Kidd.

Over the past few Years fundraisers for foundations like Laureus, hosted buy Boris Becker, and Adolfo Cambiaso’s charity in partnership with Jaeger LeCoultre have been held. Uma Thuman, Rob Brydon, Fabio Capello and a host of sports personalities have all been present supporting these fantastic causes.

The Chackravarty Cup has also been played on several occasions at the London Polo Club and always features a few members of the Royal family on the team sheet.

Being a sports club there are of course our

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Fixtures list 2011 July

Sun 3rd 13:00 Don Zoilo

Ventura Pauly Trophy

Sun 10th 13:00 Godbold Trophy Finals (0 to 2 Goals) David Healy Edward Tauchert Bowl Sun 17th 10:30 Club Matches

(Gold Cup Final at Cowdray) Fri 22nd 19:30 ticketed event

Midsummer Ball

Sat 23rd 13:00

Quatro Amigos Cup (Ham vs West Wycombe)

Sun 24th International Day at Guards Polo Club

(NO polo at HPC) Sun 31st 13:00 Summer Tournament Finals (0 to 4 Goals) Rosie Adams Bowl Rerrieson Trophy

august Sun 7th 13:00 (12 Goal) Kingfisher Trophy

Dubai Trophy Finals

Sun 14th 13:00 Stagshead (Young England) Peter Pitts Cup Sun 21st 13:00 Roehampton Tournament Final (6 to 8 Goals) Critchley Trophy Sun 28th 13:00 Candilio Cup Hunt Kendall Bowl Jimmy Edwards Trophy Mon 29th 16:00 (away at Cowdray)

Ham Polo Club vs Cowdray

september Sun 4th 13:00

Polo Challenge Cup

Sun 11th 13:00 Autumn Cup Fri 16th 19:00

Players’ Black Tie Awards Dinner

6th-18th 13:00 Billy Walsh Tournament Finals (0 to 3 Goals) Sladmore Trophy Sun 25th 13:00

Farewell Cup

competitive tournaments, aside from the Roehampton cup, the fixture list now features the Dubai trophy. Played at a 12 goal level this is the highest standard of competitive polo played during our season. The tournament will consist of a choice selection of teams and finals will be held on Sunday 8th of August.

One of the most exciting developments for players and spectators this season will be the addition of a number of international matches. The London Polo Club will hold matches between the home team and Moscow, Barcelona and Bangkok for the ‘Polo International Club Series’, the aim of the series is to promote international cities and polo.

Reciprocal away matches will be held in the various cities and this looks to be nail-bitingly exciting. Matches will be played every Sunday from May till September, picnickers and spectators are welcome. The clubhouse also has a lively Bar and Restaurant, for information on becoming a playing or social member please contact the polo office.

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THE VIRGIN ACTIVE LONDON TRIATHLON 2011

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he annual IMG Challenger World event, set in London’s Docklands, sees over 13,000 participants swim, cycle and run around a specially designed course that winds through some of London’s most famous landmarks such as Big Ben, Tower Bridge and the London Eye. In the lead up to the event, Virgin Active as it’s new sponsor, will be launching a series of triathlon related fitness products and will be helping its participating members to train and prepare.

They will also be offering a large quantity of highly sought after event places for members.

During 2011 indoor triathlons aimed at children and families, will take place at Virgin Active’s 71 health clubs across the UK and its 122 clubs in South Africa, Italy and Iberia.

Senior Vice-President of IMG Events Julian Brand added; “Every year this event grows in stature and we are delighted to have Virgin Active Health Clubs on board as we

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continue this journey. 2011 will be the 15th year of the London Triathlon and we have the ideal partner to help the many thousands of participants from across the UK and internationally get ready for the world’s largest triathlon.”

Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson added:

“The Virgin Active London Triathlon is set to be not only a really fun event, but also a great way for people of all fitness levels to get involved in sport and exercise. Virgin Active will of course be helping me and their members, many of who have signed up alongside me, shape up for

the big day. I hope they don’t show me up too much!

Following on from the marathon, it will be a chance for me to take on my children - Holly and Sam - who I’m sure will be keen as ever to beat their dad! Not sure butterfly wings will work on a bicycle though - I’ll have to get more creative!”

Team Virgin Active is made up of the original Sporty Spice, Melanie C, JLS singer Oritse Williams and TV presenters Stacey Solomon, Jeff Brazier and Vernon Kay. Dancing on Ice stars Chloe Madeley and Sam Attwater will be joined by model Nell McAndrew, actresses Olivia Hallinan, Tameka Empson and Charlie Brooks as well as ex-Busted star Matt Willis. Singer Michelle Heaton, 2010 Apprentice runner up Liz Locke and 71 Degrees North stars Marcus Patric complete the team.

For more information and to book your place at the 2011 Virgin Active Health Clubs London Triathlon visit www.thelondontriathlon.co.uk

Fishpools has grown over the last 112 years and today we are the largest quality furniture store in the south east. Our 60,000 square feet showrooms feature over 200 room sets from classic to contemporary, minimal to vintage and rustic to romantic all designed to help you make your home unique. There are over 200 sofa collections, 120 dining ranges, 100’s of beds, 75 bedroom ranges, and a large carpets & rugs department. Choose from a wide range of linens, softs, pictures and mirrors plus cookware and gifts from our Home Accessories department.

If it’s big name brands you’re after, we stock Stressless, Ercol, Natuzzi, G Plan, Duresta, Collins & Hayes, Nolte, Vi Spring, Tempur and many more.

As a family-run retailer our commitment to great service begins as soon as you enter the store to be greeted by our well trained, knowledgeable people, who will assist you on all aspects of your purchase until it is safely delivered to your home. So pop in, we have ample customer parking, an in-store coffee shop and we look forward to making your acquaintance.

Our romantic Oxburgh with its calming white painted finish Just one of over 75 bedroom styles in our range Visit our website to see all our ranges

High Street Waltham Cross . 01992 63 64 65 . www.fishpools.co.uk

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Concours D’ElÊgance

The Definitive Luxury Lifestyle Event 27th, 28th, 29th July 2011

The Hurlingham Club, Ranelagh Gardens, London, SW6 3PR

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This year’s Concours D’Elégance promises to be one of the highlights of the Summer, drawing together some of the world’s most exclusive lifestyle brands. Set within the grounds of London’s Hurlingham Club on the banks of the River Thames, this exclusive event has a rich 20year heritage and celebrates everything that epitomises luxury and style.

This year’s Concours D’Elégance will showcase some of the world’s fastest, and most expensive super cars, alongside luxury yachts, boats and helicopters, which will be openly displayed on the Hurlingham lawns.

Brands such as Art of Kinetic, Cessna, Sunseeker London, Rizon Jet, designer clothing, jewellery from Catherine Best, exclusive properties and

Safaris will also be accompanied by a Second World War Spitfire on the cricket pitch - what better way to spend a quintessential British summers afternoon than enjoying Veuve Clicquot in this graceful private members club.

lunch, traditional afternoon tea and fully inclusive Veuve Clicquot Champagne, beer & soft drinks. Thursday & Friday evening tickets include a Veuve Clicquot champagne, gourmet food stalls and cocktail reception and guest DJ.

The Concours D’Elégance has always been billed as an exclusive garden party, which is a firm favourite with celebrity guests and car enthusiasts alike. Guests are invited to shop for vintage cars, super yachts, designer jewellery and luxury homes.

Individual tickets start from £165 +VAT .

Tables of 10 start from £1650 +VAT

The event is sponsoring the Christchurch appeal, one of just five charities supported by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Day tickets include a gourmet lobster barbeque

Concours D’Elegance are offering an exclusive 10% discount to all Life Magazine readers.

Simply log onto the Concours D’Elegance website www.concourslondon.com/book-now/ and type in CDE01 on the voucher code. www.concourslondon.com

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KNEBWORTH GARDENS HOST

These new sculptures will join the dozen or more permanent chain saw carvings which already stand in the garden and include Lord Cobbold and a Stag.

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Martha Lytton Cobbold, Managing Director of Lytton Enterprises said, “These carvings represent some of the best examples of rural art and we think Knebworth Gardens provide the perfect backdrop to show them at their best.”

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August is certainly going to be a busy month at Knebworth and well worth a second or third visit.

August 13 and 14 sees the arrival of a new Country Show. The event has been designed to appeal to a wide audience and aims to have ‘something for everyone’. Equine fans will be delighted by Horkesley Park’s Heavy Horse Demonstration Team and Totally Ponies will give little ones the opportunity to groom, tack up and walk the miniature ponies. Dog lovers will be charmed by the have-a-go dog scurry, the Totally Terriers display team and the Companion Dog Show on the Sunday.

You can bring along a canine friend and have a go – all proceeds from entries will go to Marie Curie Cancer Care.

A ticketed outdoor evening production of the Illyria theatre’s adaptation of Roald Dahl’s ‘Fantastic Mr Fox’ will take place in the gardens on 17 August. The highly-acclaimed company is in its 19th open-air touring season and has been praised by critics and audiences alike. The production is suitable for all ages from 5 plus.

August concludes with The Classic and Japanese Bike Show on 21st August and The Classic Motor Show takes place on 28 and 29 August.

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nebworth House, Garden and Park will host an exhibition of chainsaw carvings by highly-regarded resident wood carvers, Dennis Heath and Dave Flemons during August 2011. With over 20 years combined experience the carvers are renowned throughout the world through their competitions and exhibitions. Local schools, councils and major companies from around the UK have commissioned their work and Sandringham estate recently purchased a large rearing horse.

Some 100 sculptures will be on display throughout

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Tickets cost £8.00 per person, with a family ticket valid for any four people, adults or children, at £28.

Visitors aged under 4 are free. The ticket price includes admission to Knebworth’s renowned park, adventure playground, Dino Trail and its 25 acres of gardens. Parking is free. The gardens are open from 11 am until 5pm. the garden. They are created from the trunks of large and small diameter logs recycled from the tree surgeons or grown as nursery trees planted to protect the native broadleaf trees. The sculptures will represent many art forms including wildlife, figurative, fantasy and abstract, as well as carved seating and benches. They will range in size from small owls of about 30cm to giant 4m totem poles.

There may also be a few pieces from students.

Demonstrations will take place at various times throughout the exhibition full details will be on the website www.knebworthhouse.com.

Families can have a closer look at the history of one of Britain’s most colourful stately homes. They can take the opportunity to explore the Wildness Garden, home to 72 life-size dinosaurs, models of creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago.

The Adventure playground is open from 11.00 to 5.00 and the railway runs from 12.00 to 5.00.

For further details on Knebworth House, call 01438 812661, email cnichol@ knebworthhouse.com or visit the website at www.knebworthhouse.com

CARVINGS AT KNEBWORTH HOUSE CHAINSAW SCULPTURE EXHIBITION

1 - 31 ST AUGUST 2011

OPEN DAILY 11.00am till 5pm

Knebworth Gardens provides the perfect backdrop for a unique collection of sculptures representing many art forms including wildlife, figurative, fantasy and abstract.

Many of the pieces will be on sale.

Knebworth

HOUSE, GARDENS, PARK, ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND & DINOSAUR TRAIL

Entrance excluding House: £8 per person; U4s Free; Family tickets £28.00 Gardens & Adventure Playground 11am - 5pm (last ticket sold 4.15pm); House 12 noon - 5pm (last tour 4pm)

Knebworth Park, Nr Stevenage Tel: 01438 812661 Own slip road off, A1(M) J7 SG1 2AX, 15 miles from M25 (J23).

Ample Parking.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

www.knebworthhouse.com

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Tea. Dining in style with the afternoon teas which include smoked salmon sandwiches, lavender fruit scones and victoria sponge amongst other things will be both dazzling and impressive as you sit in one of London’s most iconic buildings - a Historic Royal Palace originally built for Charles I. The afternoon teas (full menus below) are charged from £19.50 per person excluding Palace entrance fees.

Did you know that tea was created over 5000 years ago and arrived in Europe via the Portuguese? We Brits are told that 4 cups a day is ideal for optimal benefits but sometimes we consume far more than 4 cups but that may just be ok as tea contains around half the amount of caffeine found in coffee!

Party Ingredients are one of the UK’s most established and celebrated private caterers and their unique pop up restaurant this summer will be the ideal experience for both Londoners and visitors to the capital looking to enjoy a truly English experience. Visitors will not only enjoy the finest food but also the masterpiece and only surviving in-situ ceiling painting of Peter Paul Rubens from the golden age of painting creating an impressive and unique summer London afternoon tea experience.

Create your own story at the Banqueting House this summer over a dazzling afternoon tea!

To book the afternoon tea please visit www.partyingredients.co.uk or call 020 7517 3508 For more information on the Banqueting House please visit www.hrp.org. uk/BanquetingHouse Menu by Party IngredIents tHe banQuetIng HOuse, WHIteHaLL

Celebrating the English Summer with a “Pop Up” Restaurant serving traditional afternoon tea using the finest ingredients from around Britain.

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SUPERCARS RACE INTO LONDON! ThirTy of The world’s mosT powerful and exclusive cars are ready To rock The capiTal

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upercar spotters will be out in force in London on Sunday 4th September. Their prey? A host of rare breeds, which will be taking to the streets as part of the Chelsea AutoLegends motoring extravaganza.

The PistonHeads Supercar Run in association with The Sunday Times will set off from the Royal Automobile Club in Pall Mall at around 10am on Sunday 4th September.

The cars will be aiming for the Sunday Times Supercar Paddock situated right at the heart of Chelsea AutoLegends on the South Grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea but the cavalcade won’t be taking a direct route.

Instead, around 30 supercars will pass famous London landmarks turning thousands of heads along the way.

The trip will reach Sloane Square and the Kings Road around noon, before arriving at Chelsea AutoLegends.

Ben Cussons, Chairman of the Motoring Committee at the Royal Automobile Club, said: “As the Pall Mall clubhouse celebrates its centenary year, the Royal Automobile Club is delighted to support the Chelsea AutoLegends event, and continue a long history of welcoming and supporting motorists as they embark on their automobile adventures.”

Among the potent machines seldom seen marques are promised such as Spyker, Pagani, Henessey, Mosler and Koenigsegg. They will be rubbing shoulders with rarities from Aston Martin (One-77) and Jaguar (XJ220 and XJR-15) as well as the latest mouth-watering machines from Alfa and Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren, Bugatti, Mercedes and more.

“It’s not often that so many desirable, rare, and downright expensive supercars are assembled in one place - unless you include Jeremy Clarkson’s drive - so it’s well worth a trip to the Sunday Times Supercar Paddock,” enthused Nick Rufford editor of The Sunday Times ‘InGear’.

Chelsea AutoLegends, now in its second year, is a feast of motoring nostalgia. This year’s extravaganza will be packed with motoring memories. As well as great names from motor sport - patron is Sir Stirling Moss OBE and he will be joined by eight times world motorcycle champion Phil Read among other stars - some of the world’s most famous cars will be on show.

Special displays will feature more than 30 Le Mans racers, plus a selection of Group B rally cars from the 1980s. Tributes will be paid to the Jaguar E-type and the Mini Cooper - both celebrating 50th birthdays this year - while the PistonHeads Run and Sunday Times Supercar Paddock will be matched by a classic bike run to the show, organised by the famous Ace Café.

Other displays include a special tribute to some of the British ‘Patrons’, the private race team entrants of the Fifties and Sixties, who took on the factory teams and often won.

Adding to the celebrations there will be a special focus on the much-loved cars of the Swinging Sixties - a decade when Chelsea’s groovy Kings Road was the hub of global fashion, design and pop music.

As well as providing plenty of motoring excitement for all the family, Chelsea AutoLegends will also raise money for the Chelsea Pensioners, the veterans who have given over their grounds for the day.

Special diSplayS will feature more than 30 le Mans racers, plus a Selection of Group B rally cars from the 1980s.

Tickets for this year’s Chelsea AutoLegends are now on sale either via the event’s new website www.ChelseaAutoLegends. com or from the ticket hotline on 0844 581 0760.

Those pre-booking before the end of July can take advantage of considerable savings with adult tickets priced at £15 in advance rather than £20 on the gate, and £10 rather than £20 for 12-16 year-olds.

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BEAUTIFUL TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY KITCHENS

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he Sunday Times Rich List is the definitive guide to the nation’s wealth.

The 23rd edition of the high profile and much anticipated list hit the newsstand on in May. Further exclusive bonus content was rolled also online over the next month.

As well as the perennially popular main supplement, this year’s Rich List will had greater accessibility, a dedicated iPad edition as well as exclusive content online for digital subscribers. This year for the first time the information will be fully interactive, creating a uniquely personal and even more useful experience for The Sunday Times customers.

On May 8 the 104 page supplement listed the 1,000 richest people in the UK as well as Ireland’s 250 richest. A perpetual favourite with customers and advertisers, each of the entries are profiled and there are specific tables for the music millionaires, the richest in fashion, the wealthiest hedge fund managers and the top political donors. The list appeared simultaneously on www.thesundaytimes. co.uk/richlist2011 as part of the online subscription - available to new users for just £1 for the first 30 days, subscribers received access to both The Times and The Sunday Times websites, award-winning iPad editions, as well as Times+ membership benefits.

The print campaign plotted the financial back stories of various rich listers against iconic portrait shots.

Additionally there will be a concerted multimedia campaign encompassing PR, eCRM, digital and search.

On May 15th the publication of The Sport Rich List. This innovation first appeared with great success last year. The 2011 version will included the 100 richest sportsmen in Britain and Ireland, the 40 richest young sportsmen, the world’s richest tennis players and golfers plus interactive tables of the richest owners and managers in British football. There is also be a table of the highest paid football players, graphics of Britain’s richest football team by position based on current players and a listing of the wealthiest British F1 drivers over the years. This will appeared as a stand-alone supplement within The Sunday Times as well as online at www.thesundaytimes. co.uk/richlist2011 and through iPads.

Digital subscribers were able to access the 2,000 wealthiest in the UK (the 1,000 listed on May 8 and the 1,000 below them in riches). This fully interactive database allowed searching of all entries by region. There is also live tables for the richest women in the top 2,000 plus extended data from The Giving Index.

A first for the list in May, saw the online publication of The World’s Richest 200 as well as Europe’s Richest 100. Available to all digital subscribers these international listings include biographies for every entry and fully interactive tables. There is also a facility to search the UK online list for the richest people by country of origin. The lists are based on identifiable wealth (land, property, other assets such as art and racehorses, or significant shares in publicly quoted companies), and excludes bank accounts (to which the paper has no access).

Will Handley, Head of Marketing for The Sunday Times says: “The popularity of The Sunday Times Rich List never wanes. It is now deemed the definitive guide to wealth in the country and we are always delighted with the amount of attention it generates. Year on year the List goes from strength to strength and the introduction of the global list for our online subscribers is the latest innovation to the franchise. Publication of The Sunday Times Rich List is a key milestone in our editorial calendar and we’ll be supporting the edition with a heavyweight multi-media campaign”.

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Richard 19 Sir Branson

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James Dyson 43 Sir and family

46 Mohamed 19 lord sugar al-Fayed

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Lakshmi Mittal and family

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Roman Abramovich

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Leonard Blavatnik

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1(1) Lakshmi Mittal and family

£17,514m

40 (31) Poju Zabludowicz 43 (61) Sir James Dyson and family 44 (115) Sri Prakash Lohia 44 (35 ) The Swire family

£1,500m £1,450m £1,310m £1,310m

46 (94 ) Mohamed al-Fayed and family 46 (43) Lord Ashcroft 46 (41) Clive Calder 46 (45) Alki David and the Leventis family 46 (51) John Hargreaves and family

£1,300m £1,300m £1,300m £1,300m £1,300m

51 (27) Ian and Richard Livingstone £1,290m £260m Property 52 (65) Mike Ashley £1,268m £378m Sports equipment 53 (57) Mark Coombs £1,200m £250m Finance 53 (45) Lord Grantchester and the Moores family £1,200m - Retailing, Football pools 53 (52) Viscount Portman and family £1,200m £200m Property 56 (61) Bernard Lewis and family £1,150m £230m Property, Fashion 56 (73) Douglas & Dame Mary Perkins & family £1,150m £340m Opticians 58 (new) Ajay Kalsi and family £1,140m New Gas 59 (56) Sir Ian Wood and family £1,119m £157m Oil services, Fishing 60 (54) Michael Moritz £1,100m £123m Internet 61 (new) Xiuli Hawken £1,066m New Property 62 (70) Ayman Asfari and family £1,053m £227m Oil services 63 (55) Sir Terry Matthews £1,043m £68m Computers 64 (30) Sir Ken Morrison and family £1,034m £506m Supermarkets 65 (111) Peter Hargreaves £1,020m £450m Finance 66 (68) Viscount Cowdray and the Pearson family £1,015m £165m Media 67 (45) Nadhmi Auchi £1,000m £200m Finance 67 (102) Charles Dunstone £1,000m £396m Mobile phones 67 (158) Lord Kirkham and family £1,000m £570m Furniture 67 (57) Robert Miller £1,000m £50m Finance, Duty-free shopping 67 (204) Nat Rothschild £1,000m £670m Finance 67 (52) Wafic Said £1,000m - Finance 67 (75) Eugene Shvidler £1,000m £198m Oil, Gas, Investment 74 (66) Alan Howard £975m £100m Finance 75 (63) Lord Sainsbury and family £960m £60m Supermarkets 76 (57) Richard Desmond £950m - Property, Media 76 (63) The Grant and Gordon family £950m £50m Spirits 78 (82) Benzion Freshwater and family £895m £151m Property 79 (92) Jon Hunt £875m £215m Property, Estate agency 80 (71) The Earl of Iveagh & Guinness family £850m £30m Property, Brewing 80 (115) Lord Paul and family £850m £300m Industry 82 (354) Alastair Salvesen and family £840m £660m Transport, Plant hire 83 (214) Peter Smedvig and family £837m £517m Oil, Shipping, Gas services 84 (78) Eduard Shifrin £829m £49m Industry 85 (83) Urs Schwarzenbach £820m £80m Finance 86 (88) Alexander Knaster £812m £93m Finance 87 (76) Roger and Peter De Haan £800m - Leisure 87 (76) Gerald Hines £800m - Property 89 (85) Lord Sugar £770m £40m Electrical goods 90 (132) Peter and Denise Coates £750m £250m Gambling 90 (73) Peter Cruddas and family £750m £60m Finance £298m Finance 90 (150) Steve Lansdown £750m 90 (79) Lily Safra £750m £14m Inheritance - Meat 90 (80) Lord Vestey and family £750m 95 (85) Lord Laidlaw £745m £15m Conferences 96 (84) Slavica Ecclestone £734m - Divorce 97 (69) Ruth Parasol and Russ DeLeon £733m £99m Gambling £122m Media 98 (100) Viscount Rothermere and family £730m 99 (94) Peter Green and family £725m £75m Inheritance, Mining 100 (90) Peter Jones and family £707m £34m Property

£4,936m Steel 2 (6) Alisher Usmanov £12,400m £7,700m Steel 3 (2) Roman Abramovich £10,300m £2,900m Oil, Industry 4 (3) The Duke of Westminster £7,000m £250m Property 5 (4) Ernesto and Kirsty Bertarelli £6,870m £920m Pharmaceuticals 6 (15) Leonard Blavatnik £6,237m £3,237m Industry 7 (16) John Fredriksen and family £6,200m £3,450m Shipping 8 (5) David and Simon Reuben £6,176m £644m Property, Internet 9 (new) Gopi and Sri Hinduja £6,000m New Industry, Finance 9 (7) Galen and George Weston and family £6,000m £1,500m Retailing 11 (8) Charlene and Michel de Carvalho £5,400m £1,000m Inheritance, Brewing, Banking 12 (new) Ravi Ruia £4,900m New Energy 13 (9) Sir Philip and Lady Green £4,200m £95m Retailing 13 (11) Hans Rausing and family £4,200m £200m Packaging 15 (12) Joseph Lau £3,937m £112m Property 16 (13) Kirsten and Jorn Rausing £3,900m £400m Inheritance, Investment 17 (10) Anil Agarwal £3,810m £290m Mining £340m Mining 18 (14) Vladimir Kim £3,500m 19 (18) Sir Richard Branson £3,085m £485m Internet, Mobile phones, Transport 20 (31) Nicky Oppenheimer £2,900m £1,400m Mining, Diamonds 21 (19) Earl Cadogan and family £2,850m £550m Property 22 (17) Joe Lewis £2,800m £100m Investment, Foreign exchange 23 (38) Bernie Ecclestone £2,500m £1,125m Motor racing 24 (24) Bruno Schroder and family £2,460m £790m Finance 25 (20) Alan Parker £2,290m £216m Duty-free shopping 26 (22) Sir David and Sir Frederick Barclay £2,200m £400m Property, Media 27 (23) Jean Claude Gandur £2,105m £327m Oil, Gas 28 (50) John Whittaker £2,075m £1,015m Property 29 (21) Eddie and Sol Zakay £2,050m £150m Property 30 (45) Laurence Graff £2,000m £800m Diamonds 31 (27) Richard Elman and family £1,940m £390m Commodities 32 (34) Antonio Luiz Seabra £1,875m £415m Cosmetics 33 (35) Baroness Howard de Walden and family £1,820m £420m Property 34 (new) Alexander Mamut £1,815m New Finance, Internet 35 (39) Simon Keswick and family £1,775m £420m Finance 36 (57) Sir Anthony Bamford and family £1,650m £700m Construction equipment 37 (26) Mark Pears and family £1,600m - Property 38 (31) Mahdi al-Tajir £1,550m £50m Oil, Metals, Water 38 (27) The Fleming family £1,550m - Finance 40 (35) John Caudwell £1,500m £100m Mobile phones 40 (43) Eddie and Malcolm Healey £1,500m £250m Property, Kitchens - Property, Hotels £530m Household goods £760m Textiles, Plastics £90m Property, Transport, Industry £650m Retailing £50m Business services - Music £100m Industry £280m Fashion

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For Life’s Most Important Occasions… irthday parties, anniversary parties, murder mystery parties, Christmas parties, summer parties, staff parties, retirement parties, Christenings, Baby showers, wakes, weddings, new year parties, Pimm’s parties, tennis parties… Brocket Hall can host, and has hosted, all manner of events and with such a vast

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choice of entertainment spaces and unrivalled surroundings, it is not difficult to see why.

Brocket Hall boasts more than 10 possible function rooms, including two beautiful reception rooms (ideal for pre-dinner drinks), a magnificent Ballroom and a versatile Boardroom, which has previously

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been transformed into a disco, casino or nightclub.

Surrounded by 543 acres of ancient parkland and complete with 30 sumptuous bedrooms, this country manor will feel like a home from home to 15, or 150 guests. Capable of sleeping 60, and seating 150 guests in the Ballroom, this piece of British history provides ample space for guests to create

their own historic events. Follow in the footsteps of Lady Caroline Lamb, who first introduced the Waltz to England in the Ballroom at Brocket Hall, or Baroness Thatcher who used Brocket Hall as a country retreat while she wrote her memoirs.

During your stay at Brocket Hall, there are 543 acres to be explored and discovered. While the two championship golf courses are enough for many, there are numerous other activities that can be arranged on the Estate, including motorized sports, archery and croquet. Also a choice of either a hard or grass tennis court, coupled with a charming Edwardian tennis pavilion means Brocket Hall serves up a relaxing treat.

When life dictates an important occasion, Brocket Hall provides the complete solution, whatever the size and scale of your guest-list. For more information, please contact Julie Appleby Julie.

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STUNNING NEW ORANGERY RESTAURANT AND BEAUTIFUL REFURBISHMENT · · · · · · · · · · ·

Impressive lake and garden views Fabulous 125 seat dining area Seasonal A La Carte menu Weekly menu £21 for 3 courses Traditional afternoon served tea daily Lakeside, garden or terrace dining Great new bar menu Luxurious function or meeting rooms Relaxing new lounge and bar 30 individually styled bedrooms from £125 The perfect wedding venue

Fishpool Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 4RY 01727 864 444 • www.stmichaelsmanor.com

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AWARD WINNING St MICHAEL’S BEST INDEPENDENT HOTEL CATERER.COM Michael’s Manor Hotel, St Albans, won the Best Independent Hotel Category at the recent Caterer.com event, which celebrated the Best Employers in Hospitality 2011 – England and Wales.

In what was a memorable evening for the privately owned manor house hotel in Hertfordshire, the enthusiastic staff also earned the highest placed hotel in the overall category by picking up 4th place in the Top 30 Winners Best Employers in Hospitality Award – England and Wales. The latter being a combination of ten different categories from within the hospitality industry.

Richard Marrett, recently appointed as General Manager, stated, “This is a fantastic achievement for such a hard working young team. And an especially welcome tribute to all the extra effort they have put in at the hotel earlier this year, during three months of an extensive £½ million refurbishment.”

Winning the Best Independent Hotel amongst such distinguished colleagues as The Ritz, was a remarkable achievement in itself, but achieving fourth place overall also meant beating the small, medium and large hotel groups and household names such as Exclusive Hotels, Macdonald Hotels and Hilton Worldwide amongst many others.

The Awards est Group Pub/Bar Employer B Best Venue/Visitor Attraction/Tour Operator Employer Best Supplier to the Industry Employer Best Independent Restaurant Employer Best Group Restaurant Employer Best Independent Contract Caterer Employer Best Independent Hotel Employer Best Small Group Hotel Employer Best Medium Group Hotel Employer Best Large Group Hotel Employer Top 30 Best Employers in Hospitality 2011 England & Wales Best Employer in Hospitality 2011 England & Wales

open to non‐residents. Weddings, conferences and meeting facilities available.

For more information about St Michael’s Manor, Fishpool Street, St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL3 4RY, UK call 01727 864 444 or visit www.stmichaelsmanor.com

about st michael’s manor St Michael’s Manor is a 16th century building converted into a hotel in the 1960’s by the Newling Ward Family and sited in its own private five acre garden with one acre lake. Only 20 minutes by train from St Pancras, London and located a short walk from St Alban’s Abbey and the city centre in the Roman Veralum part of the city. Four star hotel, 30 bedrooms, 125 seat two rosette restaurant, A La Carte, brasserie style dining, cream teas and bar snacks j u ly 2 0 1 1 5 1

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his beautiful country pub has been restored back to a public house filled with real ales, fabulous wines and a warm welcome to all. The superb team responsible for this transformation are the owners of The Cricketers of Redbourn Debbie, Colin and Andy. Their vision for The Three Horseshoes is clearly based on their success in Redbourn;

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great beer, an affable atmosphere and seasonal menus that cater for any occasion.

The new Three Horseshoes layout comprises of three main areas. As you enter, to the left is delicious dining; to the right is a welcoming bar area and then access to gardens and the common. With a dog walkers haven on one

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side and a beautiful fenced family friendly beer garden with a dedicated chefs BBQ podium.

There is even talk of a horse trough and kitchen garden.

Check out the fantastic website, with easy to navigate Menus at www.thethreehorseshoesofharpenden.co.uk.

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The BBQ is fired up every Sunday (weather permitting), with play equipment for little ones and great space it makes a brilliant venue to gather with friends and family.

“It is a magnificent pub and venue. I can see many a significant occasion being celebrated here, especially if complemented with a marquee. With the beautiful surrounds I think it will be an awesome setting for any guest or host.” Lisa Forsyth, East Common, Harpenden.

In Redbourn, The Cricketers are true supporters of the local community. They run charity pub quiz evenings, sponsor charity golf days and are strong supporters of Redbourn Cricket Club. For the Royal Wedding celebrations they even organised a marquee for afternoon tea, and a triumphant dinner dance for the evening. It was a truly splendid celebration.

As the team are such supporters of the community, it is no surprise they are also advocates of locally sourced produce. An article in our June 2010 magazine, mentioned The Cricketers of Redbourn even source some organically fed pork from a local vicar. They were also instrumental in delivering bespoke beer from Tring brewery for and named after Redbourn 900. Pure genius – probably.

The expansion from East Common in Redbourn to East Common in Harpenden is an exciting one and hopefully as smooth as the beer. Why not try both!

There is much anticipation about The Three Horseshoes returning to a pub where dog walkers can catch up, ramblers can strategically plan a hearty lunch stop, or friends can simply Sian Duddy, Redbourn enjoy a brilliant evening. With Plans afoot

“Great team, excellent beer, fab food and always involved in all our key events on the village calendar. The Cricketers is fast becoming THE ‘community hub’ for Redbourn!”

(excuse the pun) to develop either a Redbourn to Harpenden Horseshoe or a Harpenden to Redbourn Run the East Common link continues into the future.

If you talk to the tremendous team, you soon recognise that their ideas and general ethos for The Three Horseshoes, is all down to their energy and passion for what they do, it will be a refreshing and welcoming establishment to frequent regularly or for a special occasion. In summary, there is much to be excited about - so BOOK NOW and experience it for yourself.

The Three Horseshoes, East Common, Harpenden AL5 1AW Telephone (01582) 713953/764090 www.thethreehorseshoesofharpenden.co.uk email: info@thethreehorseshoesofharpenden.co.uk

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Gino D’Acampo’s recipe for

Penne alla crudaiola

With feta cheese, cherry tomatoes and fresh mint

Serves

4

Ingredients 4 00g of Penne rigate 150g drained cubed feta cheese 300g cherry tomatoes, cut in half 5 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil 10 mint leaves, finely sliced 1 cloves of garlic, peeled and finely sliced Salt and pepper to taste Preparation

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G ently fry the garlic and cherry tomatoes in the oil for 1 minute stirring with a wooden spoon. Season with salt and pepper and set aside away from the heat.

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C ook the pasta in the salted boiling water until al dente. “To get the al dente perfect bite, cook the pasta 1 minute less then instructed on the packet”.

O nce the pasta is cooked, drain and tip back into the same pan where you cooked it.

P our over the cherry tomatoes with the mint and the feta cheese. Toss all together, away from the heat, for 30 seconds allowing all the flavours to combine properly.

S erve immediately or, once cooled down at room temperature, keep in a sealed container in the fridge for the day after. Do not keep longer than 48 hours and always eat it at room temperature.

For more information up to date information on Gino, please visit www.ginodacampo.com

even more gino You can also get Gino’s lastest book Gino’s Pasta: Everything You Need to Cook the Italian Way, available nation wide and online.

‘Eating Italian’ is the new iPhone & iPad app from Gino D’Acampo!

Available from the app store.

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Treating

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igmentation is just one of the side effects of too much sun exposure without sun protection. Prevention, through the daily use of sunscreen, is the best method of averting the occurrence of most types of pigmentation. Unfortunately, because most of us were not aware of the importance of adequate sun protection when we were growing up, many of us have a good chance of seeing a form of pigmentation crop up somewhere on our body.

Pigmentation can take the following forms: 1. Melanoma - Brown spots on the body 2. Melasma - Brown freckling patches that can appear on the face, upper lip and hands. When the patches are not raised, rough or crusted, they are considered to be benign.

3. Hyper Pigmentation - an increase in melanin production stimulated by sun exposure. It can also be stimulated by birth control pills, pregnancy and oestrogen replacement therapy.

4. Chloasma, liver spots, sun spots or age spots - small brown patches on the skin which have nothing to do with liver function, but are always caused by unprotected exposure to the sun.

Causes of pigmentation can vary from sun damage due to lack of sunscreen or hormonal changes in pregnancy and during the menopause to

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external factors such as spraying perfume on the skin and it reacting with the sun. When it comes to treating different types of pigmentation it is important for us as therapists to consider the depth of the discoloured pigment. In most cases the discolouration is superficial but in a few cases, the discolouration lies deep within the dermis.

Epidermal Pigmentation If the pigment is in the epidermis then it can be treated with skin peels. We often combine microdermabrasion with skin peels as a way of penetrating the peel ingredients deeper into the skin to the area of pigmentation.

Dermal Pigmentation Deep pigmentation can be treated with peels but can take a long time to fade. It can sometimes be removed more quickly with the use of Intense Pulse Light (IPL) or Lasers. These work by targeting the pigment in the skin with a wavelength of light that fragments the melanin in the melacyte, bringing it to the surface where it eventually peels off. We usually recommend between three and six treatments, depending on the depth of the pigmentation.

It is important that you choose a therapist who

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has been thoroughly trained - they need to have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of how pigmentation develops and how to effectively remove it. Up until October 2010, every IPL practitioner had to be registered with the Health Care Commission to perform this type of treatment. However, this was deregulated last year, but all practitioners need to be thoroughly trained for insurance purposes so they should be happy to confirm this with you.

I regularly treat clients with pigmentation problems and although they often wish to see speedy results, pigmentation takes a while to develop and therefore takes time to be removed. It is not only important that they are patient, because they will see fantastic results if they are; but it is also absolutely essential that they learn to to protect their skin with sun block every day, even in winter, to inhibit the reoccurrence of the same problem.

For more information on specialised treatment for pigmentation or advanced aesthetic and anti ageing treatments, please contact The Anti Ageing Clinic on 01727 874507 or email theantiageingclinic@ yahoo.co.uk. Readers are entitled to a free consultation worth £25 when quoting ‘Radlett Life’ on booking.

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Bio sculpture gel The perfect solution for natural, beautiful nails

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Celebrities and fans alike are discovering the benefits of the unique gel formula.

Unlike other nail finishes, Bio Sculpture Gel is a nail treatment that is applied as a coating onto your own natural nails to strengthen and condition them. Today women want beauty products with added health benefits, which due to the zero damage Bio Sculpture Gel causes to your nails, is why it is fast becoming the brand of choice in fashion nail care.

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Unlike other finishes that chip or peel, Bio Sculpture is a durable Gel that is applied as an overlay or “coating” onto your nails by a qualified nail technician.

The Gel is then cured under UV lamp, which dries it instantly guaranteeing no smudges and no waiting around. You are left with a permanent colour gel that is strong and flexible, with a glossy finish, which lasts for three weeks. Should you wish to change the colour, you can choose from one of the 140

different colour nail polishes available and apply it over the top of the permanent colour gel. The polishes can easily be removed with non-acetone nail polish remover taking you back to your permanent gel colour.

Your gel will last three to four weeks, after which time the new nail growth will start to show and you will need an infill or alternatively you can soak it off and have a fresh set of gels applied. The gel is thin, strong and allows your nails to have the flexibility they need to carry out all your daily duties.

Bio Sculpture Gel contains no Formaldehyde, Toluene, Acetone and Phthalates and will give you a natural looking finish without damaging the natural nail underneath.

AdvAntAges of Bio sculpture gel ✱ Over 140 beautiful fashion colours – including delicate shimmers, French Manicure and Glitter Gels ✱ Time factor – it dries instantly under UV lamp, also great for toenails ✱ Sculptures – nails can be lengthened with gel sculptures that are strong and flexible ✱ Reliability – permanent nail colour that will not chip or lift if correctly applied ✱ Flexibility – change your

nail colour by simply applying one of the colour varnishes over the top of your gel ✱ Long lasting – well groomed nails for up to three weeks, saving you time and money ✱ Removal – soaks off in just 15 minutes with no damage to your natural nails ✱ Satisfaction – there is nothing more satisfying than glancing at your hands and seeing a perfect manicure Bio Sculpture provides long wearing, chip-proof nails making it perfect for those going on holiday. It enables your toes to go from daytime: on the beach and in the sea, through to evening in either summer sandals or stilettos, without having to touch up you colour. Each season exciting new colours are launched.

Bio Sculpture Gel is a simple process with incredible results and with all its health and grooming benefits is a very worthwhile treatment for your nails!

A full range of professional treatments and consumer products are available at professional salons nationwide.

For your nearest salon and for information on training courses for beginners and experienced nail technicians contact: 0845 331 2347 www.biosculpture.co.uk

Natural Nail Possibilities Striking effects with a gel treatment

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Bio Sculpture Gel is the latest must have nail care product. Unlike varnish that chips and peels, this durable Gel is applied as an overlay onto natural nails by a qualified nail technician. The Gel is set under a UV Lamp giving it that strong, flexible, glossy finish which lasts for three weeks. Easy removal without damage to nails. For your nearest salon or information on training courses for beginners and experienced nail technicians, call 0845 331 2347.

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Why have specialists in dentistry? aving been a dentist for over 30 years, I have had many conversations where my mentioning of being a specialist is met with the comment: ‘I did not know that there were specialists in dentistry?

My dentist does all the treatment’. In fact, there are 13 areas of specialisation in dentistry which are recognised by the General Dental Council.

Specialist lists were inaugurated 1998 in order to differentiate between general dentists and those with specialist expertise. Acceptance onto these lists was through a rigorous process requiring postgraduate training and years of experience, enabling the public to be confident that any dentist who uses the term ‘specialist’ has the necessary knowledge and experience in the aspect of dentistry for which he or she professes expertise.

In medicine, when you see your GP for a more serious medical condition, you may be referred to a surgeon or physician for specialist treatment.

Similarly in dentistry the same professional referral system exists, though it is not well known to the public at large.

Treatment in a number of aspects of dentistry can be complex and difficult, therefore referral to a specialist is often the most appropriate course for a general dental practitioner. For instance, in my speciality - root canal work, there is a range of case difficulty from easy to extremely challenging and it would be a decision your dentist will make as to whether individually he/she can undertake the treatment. This also applies to other aspects of dental treatment such as for gums (Periodontics), 6 0 j u ly 2 0 1 1

broken down dentitions, cosmetic restorative dentistry and even straightening of teeth (Orthodontics). Implants in dentistry is a growing and valuable treatment option but at present no ‘official’ specialisation exists. However, success does vary, and the advice is to do your research prior to embarking on this course of treatment. There are a number of implant systems manufactured and besides the experience and knowledge of the implant surgeon, the use of an implant system which has well documented long term success will result in outcomes of over 98% survival of the implant. Implant procedures require surgical techniques that are often best carried out by those dentists on the Oral Surgery list.

At our specialist referral practice, we see a growing number of patients that have had unsuccessful treatment which may have been beyond the knowledge and capabilities of a general practitioner. In many situations we find ourselves undertaking remedial work for dental treatment which had been carried out with the best of intentions but has resulted in a more difficult, complex and costly dental programme.

For example, there was a patient who had had six implants placed then had the bridgework fitted, only for the implants to be lost within a year. Through careful treatment planning and specialist treatment we were able to restore this patient with implant supported teeth that are still in perfect condition some nine years later.

Even root canal therapy (Endodontics), which many people have experienced and is frequently

carried out by general dentists has a significantly lower success rate than if carried out by a specialist - as many studies have shown.

In fact, we see between ten to twenty failed root canaled teeth a week at our referral centre, which require retreatment and we are often asked ‘why was I not referred here in the first place?’. Many dentists will make an assessment of the degree of difficulty and will offer referral to a specialist or endodontist in the patients best interest.

Unfortunately, the NHS rarely funds secondary specialist care and therefore most specialist treatments are on a private basis.

Besides referrals from practitioners, patients can self refer by searching the internet, if they feel that a specialist is more appropriate for the treatment envisaged, or can ask to be referred from their dentist. There are few multidisciplinary referral centres in Hertfordshire, which cater for most of the specialities general practitioners require all in one place. However, The Hertfordshire Centre for Dentistry has been established for over twenty years and is one of the foremost referral practices’ in the area.

Dr Russell B Tant

Specialist in Endodontics

For more information about The Hertfordshire Centre for Denstistry, 9 - 11b Leyton Road, Harpenden, Herts AL5 2HU call 01582 76 49 31 or visit www.dentisthertfordshire.co.uk

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But while hair removal may be tiresome, it has its rewards. Think smooth, glistening pins to rival Cameron Diaz rather than Julia Roberts’s infamous hairy armpits.

The not-so-Pretty Woman’s action of sporting furry underarms topped a recent poll of Brits’ summer eyesores, closely followed by unkempt bikini lines, in a survey by foot-care brand Scholl.

The average woman in the UK spends a whopping £3,618 on removing hair over her lifetime, according to Boots’ research, and the importance of this thankless task heightens once high summer arrives. So if you’ve worked on your tan and beach body, don’t let excess hair turn you into a horror story. Bare your skin with pride and be fuzz-free and sexy this summer.

Fast and painless Hair-free heaven may only last a couple of days but the razor is still king of hair removal. It’s a painless and super-speedy way to achieve instant smoothness. Opt for a razor with five blades for the closest shave possible, and moisturising bars to smooth as you glide.

Beauty therapist and hair removal expert Arezoo Kaviani says: “Change your razor regularly as a blunt blade will aggravate the skin, and don’t shave

legs in a very hot bath or shower as this can cause irritation.” Prone to ingrown hairs? Exfoliate for the next few days after shaving and try a soothing solution that aids in rebuilding bump-free skin without any unsightly redness.

If your shaving technique resembles Edward Scissorhands, halt the razor cuts and reach for a hair removal cream. The results last as long as shaving, it’s pain-free and many of the creams are formulated to simultaneously hydrate your skin.

Months of freedom Make no bones about it, waxing stings but you can enjoy a fuzz-free body for a beach-friendly three to five weeks afterwards. You’ll also find hair grows back finer and more sparse with each wax. “For best results, rub an ice cube over the area you plan to wax, dry your skin thoroughly and then begin waxing,” Kaviani recommends.

“This will quickly cool your skin making the hair easier to remove in one go. It’s also a good idea to use an ice cube afterwards, to help soothe any irritation and stop red bumps from developing.”

To prolong that just-shaved feeling after any removal technique, hair-minimising creams are currently booming on the beauty shelves. Available as a cream or spray, hair inhibitors are formulated with active ingredients to help slow down hair regrowth and, with regular use (two to four times a week), stubble

reappearance should feel softer and finer.

If you despise the in-between stage with waxing but can’t stand the quick hair return of shaving, epilation might be for you. The latest gadgets boast thousands of plucks-per-minute to minimise the ‘ouch’ factor and can grab hold of hair as small as a grain of sand.

Hair-free forever If your seasonal wardrobe incorporates an endless supply of skirts, shorts and swimsuits, the enduring battle with hair removal is no summer holiday.

As technology advances, you don’t have to spend hours or thousands of pounds at the beauty clinic to achieve the long-lasting results of a laser.

Though at-home systems are pricey, Boots predict savvy consumers can save approximately £2,600 by going DIY on IPL (Intense Pulse Light).

No form of IPL or laser can promise 100% permanent hair removal but the new HoMedics Me My Elos device boasts body hair reduction by up to 89% after four treatments. Combining IPL and RF (Radio Frequency), the treatment is safe and effective on a wide range of skin colours and hair types, and a full body treatment takes around 30 minutes.

If you want to invest in an at-home system, Anita Clarkson, training and clinical support manager for Boots Smooth Skin, advises: “Trim, shave or cut hair down before treatments. This focuses the

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Wilkinson Sword Intuition 3-in-1, £5.79 Boots & Superdrug

Braun Silk-epil 7 Dual Epilator, £159.99 from Boots

Parissa Wax Strips for Face & Bikini, £8.67 from Boots

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If you’re not ready for permanence, slow down unwelcome stubble appearances with the no!no!

8800 hair removal system, which uses Thermicon technology to painlessly remove hair and reduce the rate of regrowth with two to three sessions a week for eight weeks.

Tried & tested The Sanctuary Spa Therapies Treatment 55 mins, available at London Covent Garden Day Spa, £85, and Sanctuary Boutique Spas in Bristol, Richmond and Cambridge, £75 (www. thesanctuary.co.uk). I drag my weary feet to Sanctuary Spa in need of some serious R&R after a heavy weekend.

My beauty prayers are answered with the new Spa Therapies treatment. Using their newly-launched range of products, the nature of this tailored treatment is determined by a consultation that focuses on your mood and lifestyle.

One look at the bags beneath my eyes and my therapist decides that ‘Sleep’ will be the best tonic, from a choice of either Sleep, Relax or Revive treatments. After slipping into my fluffy robe and slippers, I lie down on their warm water-filled cushion bed, face-up.

This new approach to massage tables means there’s no need to roll over during the treatment, as the therapist slides their hands underneath you to do the other side (a truly odd sensation that you’ll either love or hate).

area. The site also offers a free iPhone app so you can organise your beauty preening on the go (www. mylocalsalon.co.uk).

Using the deliciously fragranced 4-in-1 Restoring Body Elixir (£8.25), both soothing and stimulating massage techniques are incorporated, as well as gentle body rocking, that send me away with the fairies. By the end of the treatment I’m rather oily but most definitely set for a good night’s sleep. My therapist arms me with tips to continue the benefits of the spa treatment at home and I bag the Dreamtime Sleep In-a-Box kit (£12.75) to promote more zzz’s.

If your current shampoo is failing to get you in a lather, make a date in your diary for the Debenhams Shampoo Swap. On July 13, selected stores are holding a shampoo switch in association with Fekkai haircare. All customers can bring in any one branded shampoo (empty or full) and in return, you’ll receive a Fekkai Advanced Salon Technician Shampoo for free. Available while stocks last at Debenhams stores in Wakefield, London Oxford Street, Manchester, Trafford, Glasgow, Preston, Metro Centre, Liverpool and Henry Street Dublin (www.debenhams.com).

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Embrace brights this season with Estee Lauder’s limited edition Pure Color Orange Crush. The couture collection of eye-catching products includes two eyeshadows and one gloss, £15.50 each. New Pure Color Orange Crush is exclusively available at Harvey Nichols nationwide while stocks last (www. harveynichols.com).

Beauty bulletin... Salon searcher Need that urgent wax appointment or root touchup, like, yesterday? Enter mylocalsalon.co.uk, the first online directory for the hair and beauty industries. You can book a last minute appointment and also hunt for any discounted salon offers in your

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london’s BoToX queen

here is an increasing trend for both men and women to seen non-surgical, non-invasive methods for achieving a younger look. There are various options available that fall into this category, including wrinkle relaxing injections such as Botox®, dermal fillers and skin peels, to name just a few.

Erika Moore recently visited Sister Kay Greveson at her clinic in Hampstead after becoming increasingly frustrated by her lines and wrinkles. Here she outlines her experience.

I work in a job that involves dealing with clients on a daily basis, so my appearance is important. I was increasingly aware of the lines on my forehead and between my eyes.

I always felt as though I looked angry, and older than I was, even though I am only in my early 30’s. I approached Sister Kay Greveson her clinic within Aquarius Spa, Hampstead, about two months ago as I had been recommended to her by a friend. I was initially nervous as I have never had any sort of treatment like that before. I was worried about having the injections and what I would look like afterwards but Kay put my mind at ease immediately. We had a detailed chat about what results I wanted from the treatment; she took a medical history and some photographs. Kay explained that Botox® is a safe, naturally occurring protein that works by blocking nerve

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It was so excItIng to see the lInes dIsappearIng lIttle by lIttle each day and I don’t thInk I’ve ever looked In the mIrror so much as I dId In those fIrst 2 weeks! signals to specific muscles that cause facial expression; relaxing the muscle and making the treated area smoother and less wrinkled. She gave me the option of using a ‘numbing’ local anaesthetic cream, which I took. Despite being nervous, I did not find the procedure bad at all. Kay talked me through each step and made sure I was comfortable throughout.

She was very gentle and I hardly felt the injections; it certainly wasn’t as bad as I had

imagined. She explained that it would take between 2 and 14 days for the full results to be visible and advised me to come back after this time so she could check on the result and have a ‘dose adjustment’ of treatment if required. It was so exciting to see the lines disappearing little by little each day and I don’t think I’ve ever looked in the mirror so much as I did in those first 2 weeks! In the end I did not need more treatment as I was more than pleased with the results. I have a natural look and still have facial expression but no lines!! Botox® is not permanent, lasting only three to four months, after which, the lines that were there prior to treatment slowly return. I will definitely have it again when the time comes as it has made me feel so much more confident with my appearance.

I feel that I look more relaxed and don’t have an ‘angry’ look from frowning all of the time.

sister kay greveson has over ten years experience working as a specialist nurse within the nhs. she qualified as an independent prescriber in 2007 and works as a mobile aesthetic practitioner in regents park & hampstead, and does home visits at her clients’ convenience. regents park facIal aesthetIcs tel: 07745845777 e-mail kaygreveson@msn.com web: www.facebook.com/ regentsparkfacialaesthetics follow at: www.twitter.com/regentparkbotox

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Tracey Smyth Tracey Smyth our specialist semi-permanent make-up artist talks to us about brows, eyeliners and lip blushes.

ello People Tracey Smyth here again, How are you all? Well it has been chaotic with the on-set of Summer, every one dashing in to prepare for their up-coming holidays and with the seasons events in full swing, we all need to look our best!

To have a brow out of fashion or shape at Ladies Day would be a sin!

Getting the best shape of eyebrows for your face can be an insurmountable problem. When I apply semipermanent make-up I always draw the shape on your face first so we can see if it really suits you and to make sure you are happy. With all the celebrity focus and new TV programmes, Made in Chelsea and the likes, the look can get a little convoluted. How do you know who to go to and what shape to choose?

The most important piece of advice I can give you is: “Choose your semipermanent expert very very carefully” Here are the top 5 most asked questions by my new and prospective clients.

How long Have you been doing semipermanent make-up

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however one interesting point.

“As little as 10% of people trained go onto do semi-permanent makeup professionally”. is semi-permanent make-up painful?

I always use a numbing cream which completely de-sensitises the area. One tip is, choose the timing of your procedure as your skin is often more sensitive before

use the hair stroke method. is it tHe same as a tatoo?

No, semi-permanent make-up is more superficial, meaning I do not permeate into the lower area of the skin bed. Also I only use organic ink which does not contain toxins and is a more expensive product.

How long does it last?

it is nice to be on-trend However a more important point is tHat tHe sHape really suits your individual look. and during your period. will it look natural?

It depends which procedure you have, there are a few different techniques, for a very natural look. I use a hair stroke procedure which is tiny brush strokes giving a fine hair like finish, air brush is also a very nice finish as it creates a fine shadow, over which I tend to

Semi-permanent make-up last for up to 3 years, although I do suggest a colour boost after 6 months, I do charge a fee for this service, however it will keep your brows looking fresh and boost the depth of colour.

I hope that covers some of the nagging questions.

Now onto what is on trend this season.

I have been doing my

research as ever and have tracked down the sought after Celebrity make-up artist Beth Alderson to ask her what is on-trend this season for brows. Beth say’s: “Big brows this season, my top tip “They must be controlled and defined with crisp edges. Apply a good quality eye brightener under the brow to really make them pop” It can be helpful when you come for your consultation to bring a picture of your dream brow as I can then see what you are hoping for and if that look is achievable.

It is nice to be on-trend however a more important point is that the shape really suits your individual look.

Here is the list of Celebrities whose brows we love!

Kate Middleton Kim Kardasian Keira Knightley J Lo Anyway all this said.....

I am looking forward to hearing from some of you.

Until next time be lovely and look wonderful.

Tracey x This month we are having a Summer special 25% of your semi-permanent eyebrow treatment.

Please quote voucher number 0001 to receive your Summer Special.

Tracey Smyth can be seen in the West End and at her salon in Crouch End www.beautyworkslondon.co.uk 0208 340 8069

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or my sins I have a Questions and Answers panel on my website, and my goodness you should see the items people take photographs of and send in.

Actually of course I am flattered that anybody would go to so much trouble and every item has at least one point of interest and more importantly it is usually part of someone’s family history. But the range is vast, from a doorplate removed from an old continental steam train to a fine piece of English furniture or a hard-paste porcelain ‘fairing’ from Bavaria. Because of the wide variety I thought t you might like to see a sample and the ‘fairing’ seems a good one to start with. The boy and the girl illustrated are late 19th to early 20th century and were made in the south east of Germany where some fifty-seven factories were producing porcelain wares of every conceivable type and quality during the last half of the 19th century and up until the First World War. Many were novelty models, which adorned the shelves of cabinets, mantelpieces and any other available space in the Victorian home. They were often copies of other countries’ products such as nodding-head figures originally from China or Lace Plates from England. I have such a plate with a transfer print on the front showing a picture of Tring High Street entitled “A Present From Tring” and a mark stamped on the back which says “Made in Austria”. From this alone we know it was made in the 20th century, following the imposition of a tariff in 1890 by Congressman and future President of America William McKinley whereby the name of the country of origin was to be marked on any commodity entering the U.S. The words ‘Made In’ were added after the turn of the century. The smaller, poorer quality figures were popular prizes at fairgounds,

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hence the name ‘fairing’ but even these are collectable today. Silver hall-marks are notoriously difficult to photograph but the owner of the forks illustrated did a splendid job. There are two or three things we can tell immediately from the photos without any great experience.

The shape of the handle is similr to a straight sided violin and is thus known as a “Fiddle Pattern” handle. This did not appear on English silver flatware – the trade name for cutlery – much before the end of the 18th century. But the edge is not plain, it has a line known as a “Thread” around it and the combination is called a “Fiddle and Thread” pattern. A further refinement was the addition of a cast shell at the very end and this type was known as a “Fiddle, Thread and Shell” pattern which is quite difficult to say towards the end of a very good dinner. So from the shape alone we can safely assess the date of these as being not before the 1790’s. Confirmation comes from the hallmarks which tell us

that the forks were made of Sterling Standard silver, that is 92.5% pure, in London by GA, generally accepted as the mark of George Angell in 1846.

The fifth mark, the head of Queen Victoria is clear to see and indicates that a tax or duty has been. This duty and thus the mark was made redundant in 1891. Continuing with marks, the production of so many new and different commodities and the use of so many new materials during the first half of the 19th century led to the introduction of a Design Registration Mark, the first of which appeared in 1842.

This was later to become the registration of a Patent mark. It was in diamond or ‘kite’ form with numbers and letters in the corners surmounted by a numeral denoting the class – ie furniture or silver or ceramics.

From these numbers and letters it is possible to trace the day of the month of the year that the design was registered. Not when it was made but the date before which it was unlikely to have been on sale to the public.

Thus the pattern of the pair of ‘Christmas’ jugs shown was first registered on 12th March 1864. The number at the bottom is the parcel number and the initials below are those of the maker, Messrs Corke, Edge & Malkin, Newport Pottery, Burslem, Staffordshire, who were operative between 1860 and 1871.

English furniture can rarely be ascribed with a date as accurately as that but with certain clues gleaned from type of timber, construction, use and shape it is usually possible to pin down to a decade or sometimes less. The piece I have chosen here is without doubt late Regency in period. That is 1825 to1835. Although George IV had died in 1830 many of the styles introduced during the latter part of his reign cointinued to dominate the fashionable homes of England.

And this piece certainly graced a fashionable house for it is a wine cooler, decorated with the finest cuts of highly figured mahogany and shaped as a sarcophagus, standing on four finely carved lion’s paw feet.

The sarcophagus is an ancient shape associated with burial and it became popular during the classical renaissance of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, particularly after Nelson’s body was transported in a coffin so formed at his funeral. Although generally referred to as a wine cooler the correct description would be ‘Cellarette’ because it is enclosed with a hinged and lockable lid, whereas strictly speaking wine coolers are open.

However many fine cellarettes have lead linings with a draining hole and plug in the bottom to enable wine to be cooled with ice on specific occassions.

Talking of which perhaps you might be kind enough to let me know if an occassional foray into my Q&A bag might be of interest for a future article.

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InsIde Kelly Hoppen’s

Sanctuary l Designer Kelly Hoppen opens tHe Door to Her glamorous Home anD gives Her top tips on creating successful rooms. By gaBrielle fagan eading designers, especially those with celebrity clients who are also friends, usually guard their privacy with a zeal.

But Kelly Hoppen has chosen to use her own home to demonstrate those highly successful techniques that have won her a host of famous fans, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Anthony Hopkins, Jude Law and Elton John.

Her uber-luxurious sanctuary is a homage to her renowned ‘East Meets West’ style with its uncluttered, opulent rooms; a distinctive use of balance and symmetry, and trademark colour palette of neutrals, including her signature ‘taupe’ shade.

“Each of the homes I have designed and lived in myself has been an on-going exercise - an experiment if you like - where I have tried to understand how we see things, what gives us contentment and what we are really trying to achieve,” she explains.

Walls are finished in light-reflecting white waxed

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plaster, one of her favourite effects, and there are ebonystained floorboards and glossy lacquered surfaces.

“I have displayed more objects and used more furniture, texture and subtle contrast here than in any of my previous homes,” she says.

“It’s a marked shift towards a feminine, luxurious, organic glamour in which I feel very much at ease.”

The sophisticated, tranquil setting is the result of a painstaking renovation of her period home in London, during which she ensured the interior was perfectly tailored to suit her lifestyle.

“Choosing your home’s style is a similar process to choosing a piece of couture clothing - it should fit you like a glove,” she says of the setting, which features in Kelly Hoppen Ideas, her new book that includes a foreword by Victoria Beckham describing Hoppen as “a very dear friend”.

Hoppen, who is as discreet about her clients as she is about

home works for you and how you live, and in essence represents who you are”.

Follow Hoppen’s room by room guide to creating a designer home.

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her private life (her stepdaughter is film star Sienna Miller), says simply: “I think nowadays, whoever we are, we all want a nurturing retreat that feels safe, comfortable and easy to live in.”

Her own homes, she says, have always been characterised by an eclectic element - mixing vintage, contemporary, ultramodern and antique styles.

But whatever a person’s taste, she insists, the guiding principle must be that “your

Living rooms can be integrated into an open-plan design or be just as effective as a separate grand space, she says. Hoppen’s spacious first-floor living room has a fireplace as its focal point and a chimney breast covered in a panel of black glass within which a television is set.

“Always think about where the main seating will be, where the television will be be, to help you decide the layout,” she advises.

“A monochromatic palette fulfils my aim to make the room seem like a stunning black and white picture.”

Flooring, she advises, must be timeless - not a fashion statement - as it will be in place for a long time and expensive to change.

Hoppen loves: Sheer curtains

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flooring and furnishings that echo the overall feel of the rest of the home. entertaInIng zone

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Hallways are often, wrongly, neglected areas in the home, says Hoppen, and can flag up personal style.

In her hallway, recessed strip lights on either side of the treads and risers of the staircase make it appear to ‘float.’ The lighting also has the effect of appearing to widen the space.

“Halls should impress as well as being practical. Whenever I come home, I look forward to experiencing the sense of wellbeing that my hall engenders,” says Hoppen.

Eye-catching features include a pair of Sixties zinc wall mirrors hung above a shelf displaying flower arrangements and tea lights.

Hoppen loves: Full-height doors that run all the way up to the ceiling to increase a sense of space, as well as bespoke door handles and

Maximise space using reflective surfaces such as glossy lacquer and employing the colour taupe a perfect neutral which creates an atmosphere of harMony and calm.

Kitchens are now as popular as dining and entertaining areas, and Hoppen has devised her own streamlined recipe for the space.

In her home this area extends over the majority of the ground floor and incorporates a dining area leading on to the garden.

“It’s definitely the theatre at the heart of my home,” she says.

“To cook and entertain at home is now cool and I have a fireplace up on the wall like a painting, which is a focal point, and cosy in winter.

“As I’m always hosting dinners and love having guests drinking and chatting while I cook, I wanted this to be an open and alluring space for friends to relax.

“The island bar is where everyone gravitates - it’s not only a ‘chill and chat’ zone, it’s a place to work, read and have breakfast and so upholstered comfortable chairs are an essential.”

The dining area has its own character defined by a large oak farmhouse-style table which Hoppen designed.

Hoppen loves: Maximising space with an island bar on double-sided central units, using reflective surfaces such as glossy lacquer or silky polished plaster and employing the colour taupe - a perfect neutral which creates an atmosphere of harmony and calm. personal retreat

Define how a bedroom will be used and consider

whether it will also function as a dressing room and extra private lounging area, she says.

In Hoppen’s compact bedroom, a low, wide headboard and integrated bedside units help give an illusion of more space.

“A bedroom is a treasured place, the ultimate comfort zone, and should be designed to please all your senses,” says Hoppen.

“It’s your sanctuary and must be warm and inviting with lots of texture. My own bedroom is my hiding place and I’ve used a calm, taupe palette and concealed lighting to give the room a warm, seductive glow.”

Hoppen loves: Adjustable lighting which gives you the freedom to alter the atmosphere to suit mood, shutters that filter daylight softly and allow privacy, and fabrics such as linen, velvet and satin for a luxury look, plus a dressing table for jewellery and treasured possessions.

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reating yourself to stylish replacement worktops can brighten up a tired-looking kitchen, introduce a fashionable new look, add value to your home and needn’t cost the earth.

Market research indicates that a million of us do it annually, with new worktops a highly popular option. But are you put off by the prospect of all the demolition mess and debris, days with your kitchen out of commission and making endless mugs of tea for workmen? Worry not, there is a solution.

It’s an advanced, diamondpolished worktop surface that is available exclusively from your Granite Transformations showroom in 834 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford.

Having measured up your existing kitchen units and made precise templates, they fabricate custom-made sections, including cutouts for taps, sink units and hobs, in their own workshops.

Then they bring the finished sections to your home and bond them directly onto your existing worktops, as well as fitting seamless edges and splashbacks, usually within the same day. Just how this material is tough enough to survive all the stresses of a workaday kitchen, yet

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lightweight enough to need no extra reinforcement to units, is down to the unique production process.

Here’s the technical bit.

Known as agglomerates, Granite Transformations worktops are made from genuine Italian granite, natural quartzite or recycled tempered glass, bonded together with 5% specially-formulated polymer resins, then heat cured to create a dense, highly cross-linked structure that is impervious to moisture and extremely resistant to thermal and mechanical shock. Phew!

What that essentially means is Granite Transformations surfaces are much harder than granite slab and can take more or less anything you can throw at them.

Yet surprisingly, Granite Transformations agglomerates are much slimmer and up to a third lighter than granite slab or conventional engineered stone, which means they fit neatly on top of existing worktops, with no need for additional strengthening.

Also, unlike cheap far eastern imports that are made using cement-based resins, GT worktops have high tensile strength, so are not susceptible to cracking, and are flexible enough to follow the exact contours of the worktop

beneath, as well as enabling gentle curves and sweeping bends. The material is also made in generous 1.25m wide, 3m long sheets, which allow most worktops to be fabricated without joins, adding to the seamless quality look.

That’s the technical stuff over, but you should also know that there’s a lifetime warranty. Because the Granite Transformations showroom carry out the complete installation themselves, using factory-trained fitters, not sub-contractors, and have the full backing of the worldwide manufacturer, they can

extend this guarantee to every worktop they fit. Which, you’ll agree, is very reassuring.

Nor are you limited on the choice of materials and colours.

Three different agglomerate surfaces are offered, featuring either the distinctive look and appeal of Italian granite, the subtle shades and fine grain of quartzite, or the eco-friendly credentials of recycled glass, which in case you wondered is just as tough and durable as the other

GT materials. There are also ready-grouted mosaic sheets made from genuine Italian glass, for splashbacks and other kitchen design features.

Also, there is now a choice of more than 60 different colours, from ‘green’ worktops that are actually green, neutral shades that project a more restrained finish, to bright red and orange for eyecatching blocks of colour.

Naturally, there is a series of black gloss worktops for contemporary kitchen styling, through to off-white and polar ice that are apparently more popular in coastal areas, plus many colours between.

Contrast or complement these with pearlescent and metallic mosaics for a really stunning effect.

To see exactly what’s on offer and evaluate these unique agglomerate materials for yourself, visit the Granite Transformations showroom and book a free home consultation with their interior designer, for ideas on how your kitchen could be transformed. But remember, it’s not a genuine fitted-in-oneday Granite Transformations worktop, if it doesn’t say Granite Transformations over the showroom door.

Call Granite Transformations on 0845 300 8099, visit the showroom at 834 St Albans Road, Garston, Watford WD25 9FL or check out the website at www.granitetransformations. co.uk/watford.

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St Tropez armchair, £399 and sofa and table set, £999, from John Lewis

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Summer’s on the way and revamping the patio’s a priority if you want to take full advantage of sunny days and sultry nights.

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here’s a superb choice of furniture and accessories which could transform even a drab, tiny space - with prices that won’t raise your temperature by turning the bank balance red. Create some patio party razzmatazz with glow-in-the-dark furniture and vibrantly coloured gnomes, or be more demure with decorative wired pieces or classic rattan furniture.

And for outdoor decor divas there’s the ultrafashionable ‘outdoor room’ look with swinging 7 4 j u LY 2 0 1 1

cocoon seats, coffee tables and canopied loungers.

“Over the years we’ve seen a move away from functional, utilitarian garden furniture as customers demand a lot more from their outside space,” says Nicola Gidlow, outdoor living buyer for John Lewis.

“People want a recognisable style, rather than random pieces, and a space which is tailored to their lifestyle and matches their interior taste. “Also, what’s emerging strongly this season is a trend for creating

settings which conjure a holiday, exotic atmosphere that probably reflects a trend to ‘staycation’.”

Rob Fairhurst, managing director at Outdoor Chic, says patios are fast becoming the new ‘play areas’ for adults. “There’s a strong trend for kitchen/family rooms opening out on to a terrace or garden so the area’s highly visible from the home, and that means people require the setting to have the ‘wow’ factor and be a focal point.

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Cora hanging chair, £549, from Bhs

gazebo with canopy, £399 Wells collection extending table, 4 butterfly chairs and 2 stackable chairs, £529, all from Marks & Spencer

“Let’s face it, secretly most people want to turn the neighbours green with envy with a sophisticated ‘outdoor’ room which is as comfortable as a lounge and enhances their property.”

If you’re wavering between wood and wire, or wrestling over rattan and wicker, make it simple by checking out perfect patio looks.

Hit the deck It’s hardly surprising that as an island nation we never tire of coastal style, and it’s sailed in again this season. “Natural wood furniture, crisp blue and white fabrics for cushions and tablecloths and smart navy parasols have a timeless appeal and conjure an easy informality which is just right for relaxing,” says Gidlow. “No matter what the location, it’s easy to mimic that by-the-sea atmosphere with a few seaside accessories, from blue hurricane lamps, to stripey deckchairs and a barbecue bucket.”

Get the look John Lewis’s Garda hardwood range, with its curved retro lines, is so handsome it wouldn’t be out of place indoors. Table, £499;bench, £350; and chair, £199.

You’ll almost smell the sea breezes once you’ve added a Beach stripe deckchair, £34.99, and turquoise bucket BBQ, £14.99, both from Sainsbury’s.

Garden Trading’s ideal for beachcombers trawling for accessories, and the range includes a wooden Beach sign, £10. Light the way with a sky blue lighthouse lantern, £12, from the Contemporary Home, and scattershell-shaped candles on a tabletop, from £6, from Heal’s.

Hot tropics Turn up the heat in the garden with exotic florals, spicy hues and light-up furniture that makes a patio an irresistible entertaining space in the evening. “Colour and technology are the big story for patios,” says Rob Fairhurst. “Furniture which incorporates lighting is fun but also highly effective at glamorising even modest patios and adding an extra dimension to the outdoors at night.”

Get the look If you’re not on a budget, the Extremis Corral & Bronco High set, light-up table with stools (various colours available), is £3,260 from Outdoor Chic.

On the high street, both Bhs and Marks & Spencer offer impressive ranges. The latter’s Pentium Light

Up furniture changes colour by remote control: table, £149; stool £129; chair £199.

Tea-lights are so yesterday! Instead, get the glow with an egg-shaped Ambiflame colour-changing, cordless, chargeable light, £49.95 from GSP. Gnomes are on the move - straight into the smartest gardens because they’ve gone from kitsch to ubercool. Marks & Spencer’s cheery little chaps, £15 each, come in bright red or blue, while a Sainsbury’s Gnome, £8.99, is more traditional in style.

Country garden cool This is a quintessentially British look, redolent of soft green landscapes and the idyllic setting for lazy afternoon teas or sunset cocktails. “While classic squarer shapes will always remain popular, this season will see the re-emergence of the ‘timeless curve’,” says Heather McCann, creative director for specialist company Indian Ocean.

“Gentle lines provide a more sympathetic look for an outdoor space, especially in more traditional settings. If you want a different, but still suitable, interpretation, opt for a chic combination of white and wood, which is a key trend this summer.”

Get the look The gentle curved shape of the St Tropez range in grey synthetic wicker with bright blue cushions from John Lewis would fit the bill.

Sofa and table, £999; chair, £399.

Miami outdoor garden 7 piece corner group (white), £1,599 from Bhs

Luxury lounging Blur the boundary between the indoors and outdoors with a space that’s furnished with as much care and attention as a lounge. Ensure it’s stylish by keeping a sharp eye on design as well as comfort.

“Al fresco dining is one of the great pleasures of summer,” says George Clarke, design consultant for B&Q. “An area of decking or paving with a pergola over the top will give a sense of enclosure and make it feel like an outdoor room. Zone areas by using structured plants in pots to give instant shape, character and interest.”

Get the look Dark, woven Cobbo furniture set, armchair, two-seater sofa, and table and cushions, £799, from B&Q, which also has an excellent range of dining sets.

There’s a terrific choice at Bhs: A stunning whitecoloured woven Miami Corner Group, £1,599, and an ultra hip hang-out, the Cora hanging chair,£549.

Also don’t miss its innovative San Marino Hut, £2,499, a luxurious enclosed lounger.

Make a design statement with a curved Missoni Cordula Circular steel frame easy chair, with striking plump floral print cushions, £1,746 from Outdoor Chic; and banish dull skies in an instant with a Polynesia Pagoda parasol, decorated with tropical blooms, £145 from Heal’s.

Bistro foldaway garden set, £119 from Graham & Green

And Indian Ocean’s Seville range has the winning pairing of white and wood: white carver chair, £139, and teak table, £399.

Alternatively, enjoy sipping a Pimms or have a tranquil teatime seated at a foldaway Bistro garden table with two chairs, £119, in subtle cream colour from Graham & Green.

Make short work of stress by lounging in a traditional swing seat - a Monaco Tree Swing Seat in teak, £975, from Burford Garden Company is sturdy as well as good-looking.

And even if meadows and rolling hills or a Chelseastyle garden isn’t your reality, fake it with outdoor art, this year’s best-selling accessory for gardens.

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IT’S MY WILL… OR IS IT?

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t is often assumed that a Will is the “final” say on who will benefit from the deceased’s assets. Tracy Harris, a litigation lawyer and an expert in contentious probate issues at Taylor Walton solicitors, discusses how a recent case has brought into sharp focus the possibility of bringing a successful claim to receive part of the estate of someone who has died, even when the claimant has been left nothing in the Will of the deceased, and how the risk of such a claim can be reduced.

Certain categories of applicant – including adult children and cohabitants – are entitled to make a claim to receive part (or a greater share) of an estate under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. This is on the basis that the deceased’s Will (or the distribution of their estate on an intestacy, if there is no Will) does not make reasonable financial provision for the applicant. For all applicants other than a surviving spouse, the test is what is reasonable in all the circumstances for their maintenance.

In the recent case, Melita Jackson died in July 2004.

Her estate amounted to a little under £500,000, the majority of which she left to the Blue Cross, the RSPB and the RSPCA. She left nothing to her only daughter, Heather Illott, who has five children and was described as living “in modest circumstances”.

When Mrs Jackson made her Will, she wrote a detailed letter explaining why she had not left any of her estate to her daughter – they had fallen out many years previously. Despite one or two attempts at reconciliation, they became estranged again when Mrs Illott gave her daughter a name that Mrs Jackson did not like.

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Illott appealed to the High Court asking for a greater amount, at which point the charities also appealed the County Court Judge’s decision, asking the High Court to award her nothing. The High Court Judge agreed with the charities and held that Mrs Illott should not receive any of the estate.

Mrs Illott appealed again to the Court of Appeal, who said that the Judge was wrong to award Mrs Illott nothing. The Court of Appeal directed that a different Judge should decide how much Mrs Illott should receive, but strongly suggested that the parties should try to reach a settlement in order to save further legal costs.

This case illustrates that although, in principle, you can leave your estate to whomever you choose, your decision may be overturned by a Court after your death. It does not necessarily follow that if someone is left nothing in the deceased’s Will, their claim will succeed. The question is not whether the deceased acted unreasonably but whether, objectively, it was unreasonable for the applicant to receive the provision (if any) made for them in the Will. There is, unsurprisingly, a vast range of opinions expressed about this case. Some take the view that no one should be able to challenge another’s Will, especially when that person clearly states why they are being excluded. Others, however, consider it wrong to disinherit one’s own family, no matter what the circumstances may be.

The Court has a wide discretion when it considers this type of claim, and must take into account a number of factors, including the financial needs and resources of the applicant and the deceased’s obligations and responsibilities towards the applicant and any other beneficiaries.

The Court of Appeal has made clear that there is no need for an applicant who is an adult child of the deceased to show any special circumstances or

a moral claim to receive money from their parent’s estate. However, in the case of an adult child who is able to earn a living, it may be difficult to show that reasonable financial provision was not made.

In the recent case, Mrs Illott’s legal representatives argued that Mrs Jackson had disinherited her daughter out of spite, and relied heavily on the fact that Mrs Illott had very limited financial means – she and her husband had little income except for state benefits. The charities’ representative pointed out that Mrs Illott’s financial position was due to her own “lifestyle choices”, and drew attention to Mrs Jackson’s letter explaining why she had disinherited her daughter.

The Court of Appeal’s decision is likely to lead to more claims being made where a close relative or dependant has been excluded from someone’s Will. To limit as far as possible the prospect of a claim being made, specialist advice should be taken when writing a Will.

In circumstances such as these, Mrs Jackson may have been better to leave something to her daughter, in order to reduce the likelihood of a claim. It is also vital, should any dispute arise after death, that early expert advice is taken upon the rights of all concerned.

Independent legal directory, The Legal 500, ranks Taylor Walton’s Private Client department as one of only three premier firms of solicitors in the Beds, Bucks, Herts and Middlesex region for Wills, probate and tax saving strategies. We are particularly experienced in dealing with complex tax planning arrangements and family issues. If you would like advice or assistance in sorting your personal affairs then please contact Taylor Walton’s Harpenden office on 01582 765111 or email to harpenden@taylorwalton.co.uk

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Located in one of Radlett’s premier and highly sought after avenues is this rarely available and immaculately presented character detached home.This home bennifits from a beautiful rear garden, single integral garage and off street parking for 2/3 cars. 3 receptions, 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. F/H.

Built to a extremely high specification with premier guarantee for 10 years is this newly constructed detached family residence. 3 receptions, 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. Further benefits include solid oak internal doors throughout and gas underfloor heating throughout. F/H.

*CHAIN FREE* An immaculately presented and recently extended and refurbished family home located in this peaceful cul de sac. 3 receptions, 4 bedrooms, 3bathrooms private rear garden.To the front is off street parking of 2 cars and a single garage. F/H.

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barnet OFFICE 020 8449 3383

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For many homes in all price ranges please call us or visit www.statons.com 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 • ASSOCIATED OFFICES: MAYFAIR & MOSCOW

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020 8492 2399

Totteridge, N20 ÂŁ1,250,000 A family home which has been extended and completely refurbished to exacting standards offering in the region of 4500 sq ft of contemporary living space. No expense has been spared in making this a truly sumptuous family home from the electronic security gates to the large summer house in the rear garden. Comprising of a vast open plan German designed kitchen/diner/living room, study, utility room, guest wc/shower room. large basement with cinema area and space for gym/playroom/bar. Master suite, second bedroom suite, two double bedrooms with a Jack and Jill shower room, fifth double bedroom and family bathroom. Good size rear garden with decking off the kitchen/dining area overlooking the rear garden. Off street parking. Minutes from Totteridge & Whetstone station. This really is a must see property. Chain Free

Totteridge office 020 8492 2399 totteridge@winkworth.co.uk

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Uphill Road /7 Bedrooms 6 Lounge Dining Room Family Room Study

MILL HILL NW7

ÂŁ2,295,000

ouble Garage D Kitchen/Breakfast Room Swimming Pool complex (unfinished) Large rear garden

A Large 6/7 bedroom family house set back from the road behind security gates in Mill Hill’s most prestigious turning.

Offering numerous features including 4 reception rooms, a double garage and a lovely large rear garden. At the rear of the garden is a very large detached leisure complex comprising of a swimming pool, hot tub, gymnasium and provisions for his and hers changing rooms with showers and WC. This building is in the middle of refurbishment and needs further finishing and modernisation but would be a magnificent feature of the property when finished.

Mill Way

MILL HILL NW7

ntrance hall E Reception room Dining room TV room/family room Kitchen/breakfast room Utility room Guest cloakroom/WC Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom 3 further bedrooms Family bathroom Rear garden approx 115ft Carriage driveway Double length garage Potential to extend (Subject to Planning Permission)

ÂŁ1,250,000 A spacious, double fronted, detached family house (approximately 2263 sq. ft /210 sq. m) situated on a wide plot in this desirable location close to Mill Hill Broadway.

The house is set on a prominent position on the road and offers well-proportioned accommodation arranged over 2 floors, with great scope to further extend (SPP). The property particularly benefits from a large landscaped westerly facing rear garden (approx. 115ft), a carriage driveway with off street parking for 3/4 cars and a double length garage.

A 4 bedroom detached home situated in this popular location just off Marsh Lane.

Tretawn Gardens

The property has been fully refurbished by the current owners to a very high standard and has 2 receptions, a kitchen/ breakfast room and a large westerly facing garden approx 100ft.

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ÂŁ799,950 A charming rarely available Grade II listed two bedroom cottage built circa 1800 in a lovely secluded location set back from the road at the top of Hammers Lane.The property is offered in immaculate decorative order throughout and benefits from a large double reception room, 2 double bedrooms and a pretty garden with raised deck area.

NORAH

COTTAGE MILL HILL NW7

ÂŁ425,000

Victoria Road A newly refurbished 4 bedroom, semidetached family home with superb views over St Josephs Fields; within minutes of Mill Hill Broadway.

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The property particularly benefits from a large L-shaped reception to the rear, new kitchen/ breakfast room, pretty garden backing on to Greenbelt and off street parking for 2 cars.

A delightful 4 bedroom Victorian cottage, situated in ‘Poets Corner’ close to Mill Hill Village. 10 minutes walk (less than 1/2 mile) from Mill Hill Broadway and Thames Link Station, this delightful cottage has been extended into the roof space to create a master bedroom suite.

Modernised and retaining much charm and character.

£680,000

Byron

Road MILL HILL NW7

£635,000

Valencia Road bedrooms 5 5 bathrooms (all en-suite) Guest cloakroom Lounge Dining room

oof terrace R Tv room/playroom Study Kitchen and breakfast room Utility room

Stanmore HA7 ouble garage D Very large rear garden in excess of 200ft Swimming pool Carriage driveway

A magnificent, rarely available large double fronted detached family house set behind a secluded carriage driveway in one of the area’s finest locations.

Having being modernised and refurbished by the current owners, the property is offered in immaculate order throughout and benefits from a stunning large rear garden in excess of 200ft with a heated swimming pool.

£2,100,000

to let £6,000pcm

UPHILL ROAD

MILL HILL NW7

An impressive, detached family home (approx 4456 sq ft) offering a wealth of original features throughout and situated in one of Mill Hill’s most popular residential locations. The property sits on a lovely plot with a garden extending to 130ft.

ÂŁ2,550,000 iving Room L Dining Room Family Room Kitchen TV Room Utility Room Master Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom 6/7 Bedrooms Dressing Room Family Bathroom Shower Room Large rear garden Carriage Drive

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ne of the most exclusive residential addresses in Hertfordshire, Leggatts Park is a fabulous gated development with its own gatehouse and concierge and comprises of only five spectacular homes set in approx 50 acres of idyllic private countryside.

From the main gatehouse, Woodlands is approached by a beautiful sweeping tree lined drive of just under half a mile and this luxurious property sits behind its own private electronic gates.

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Woodlands, a magnificent substantial Georgian style mansion of approx 10,000 sq ft has an enviable central location within the park and enjoys a plot size of approximately 6.7 acres.

Recently renovated throughout to the highest of standards this ultra-prime property consists of rand Reception Hall G Magnificent Central Feature Staircase Fitted Kitchen/Breakfast Room Utility Room

owder Room P His & Hers Cloakrooms Living Room Study Drawing room Family room Dining room Spacious Master Bedroom Suite with Private Terrace, En Suite Bathroom & Dressing Room with Balcony 4 Further En Suite Bedrooms 6th Bedroom/Games Room Stunning 7.1 Cinema Room

property

etached Garage for Three Cars D Self Contained Staff Apartment Crestron Home Technology System Wonderful Manicured Gardens with Uninterrupted Views Just 30 minutes from central London, located within easy reach of junction 24 of the M25 offering access to the A1 (M) and M1 providing links to Heathrow, Stanstead and Luton airports.

A choice of mainline stations are close by offering a fast and frequent service to central London.

Educational facilities in the area include Stormont, Lochinver, Dame Alice Owen, Haileybury and Queenswood.

Marble Arch Heathrow Airport M25 Mainline Station All distances and times are approximate

PRICE ON APPLICATION

19 miles 36 miles 2 miles 1.4 miles

This is a rare opportunity to acquire an irresistible private country estate with complete privacy and security providing modern family living with the peace and tranquillity of the countryside.

Contact Statons Hadley Wood Office on on 020 8440 9797 or email nick@statons.com for further details.

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interview A Yes with both of them I know them well. Ross is

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QO f today’s generation of comedians who would you pay to go and see?

A I love Harry Enfield, John Cleese of course I love Monty Python and also Micky Flanagan.

QA cting has become a big and successful part of

your career you have worked alongside some huge British and Hollywood stars, has anyone in particular impressed you?

A George Clooney he has great style, the lead actor almost always sets the tone and he was charming and inclusive.

Q 4 3 marathons in 51 days raising a huge

amount of money for Sport Relief a tremendous feat why did you do that, surely it pushed the boundaries of endurance?

A I wanted to run, it was a good thing to try, it was a healthy, it was positive, and it raised £1.8 million.

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EDDIE IZZARD A

ward-winning comedian and actor Eddie Izzard returns to Hertfordshire in July for Laughs in the Park 2011. Rachel Goude spoke to him about what his inspiration was behind the event and why he chose St Albans.

Q I t has been quoted by the New York Times that you are the ‘most exportable British comedian since the heyday of Monty Python’ ...When did you realise you were funny and could make a career out of it?

A I wanted to be an actor from the age of seven

but when I was twelve during a review at school I realised I was making people laugh in the classroom that was the key point

Q L aughs in the Park on July 22nd, 23rd and 24th at Verulamium Park in St Albans is in its second year, what was your inspiration for a comedy festival as opposed to a ‘Live at the Apollo’ type of show?

A Every summer there are music festivals all over the country, they do have a comedy tent at

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these events but it seemed comedy was the poor relation so I thought why not a comedy festival.

QA lot of work is involved setting up this show

with a purpose built stage involving 400 crew, why St Albans, when you could have staged this event in a purpose built arena?

A The whole idea of a festival is to find a field and

Q Did you set out to run that many?

A I had always planned on running from London to

Cardiff to Belfast to Edinburgh and back down to London but I ran two marathons in two days and so I just kept on going like that. I did adjust the route I could have done it slightly quicker but I wanted to run through Swansea as I had spent some time there and I wanted to run past the Olympic village with 2012 being so close, I thought that was important. I didn’t announce it beforehand I just twittered when I started at Trafalgar Square to say what I was doing.

Q Do you still run?

A Yes I do, I like running, swimming and football Q Y ou have been quite vocal with your support

of the Labour Party, are we going to see Eddie Izzard as a future MP?

A Yes I hope to be elected as an MP or Mayor of make it happen I had been thinking about doing this London in 2020. for about 10 years. With my promoter Mick Perrin, we researched different places around the country Q I f you could have one wish come true what and St Albans were keen they said they could it. My would it be?

Father was evacuated to St Albans in the 1940’s his A Free and fair elections in every country.

82nd birthday was on September 22nd the first date Democracy in the world. of the inaugural show last year, and it was fantastic.

We have seating for those who want it but also areas The groundbreaking open-air comedy festival is for people to sit on the grass and be entertained. back bigger and better than last year. The comedy There is an excellent food and drink area and each spectacular is being held at Verulamium Park from evening will end with a firework display.

Friday, July 22 to Sunday, July 24. For further info visit www.laughsinthepark.com and for exclusive performing have you worked with them before? VIP tickets please contact Jo on 01273 204200

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