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fter a very soggy April, May’s mix of sunshine and happy vibes has put me in the mood for... camping! ‘Ergh!’ I can already hear my husband say, following the last under-canvas-misadventure which, as dawn was rising, saw him spring up from his rather deflated air bed, bang his head on a tent pole and declare ‘I’m just not doing this anymore!’

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Lurking within a tent is not everyone’s cup of holiday tea. There are those who relish the green fields, fresh air, conversation around the campfire and there are those who would take refuge under the nearest hotel’s king size duvet at the mere mention of a ground sheet. Pardon the pun, but I like to think I have a foot in both camps, loving both the taste of toasted marshmallows but also not wanting to go without a hot shower.

If like me, you enjoy nothing more than a summer weekend spent in a field, family in tow, surrounded by teepees, the sound of a headliner taking to a very large stage, then Danny Cheesewright’s comprehensive guide to this year’s biggest and best festivals is a must read. If, however you don’t really count it as a break unless passports are involved, take a peek at ‘Viva Vienna’ where Paula Milton gives us ten reasons to visit one of Europe’s most beautiful cultural hubs. For those indulging their wanderlust in the coming months, Fashion Editor Rose Keen picks her selection of the most fashionable fillers for the smallest of suitcases. And for something a little closer to home, we embrace Essex’s newly found tourist attraction status with our A to Z of the best the region has to offer. Great for visitors and locals alike, this alphabet of Essex’s hidden gems is enough to make me want to pitch my tent at home this summer.

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iN’s Festival Guide

2012 Festivals For All Ages

Essex Boot Camp

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May 2012 - Issue 87 iN Magazine 17A Raven Road, South Woodford, London E18 1HB T. 020 8504 7779 Publishing Director & Editor - Zoe Hopkins zoe@in-magazine.com editor@in-magazine.com Fashion Editor - Rose Keen rose@in-magazine.com Beauty Editor - Bettina Hunt info@in-magazine.com Art Director - Ashleigh Mandie ashleigh@in-magazine.com Advertising Account Manager - Sarah Boyton T: 07584 575 356 sarah@in-magazine.com sales@in-magazine.com Advertising Sales Executive - Emma Morris T: 07552 545 156 emma@in-magazine.com Advertising Sales Executive - Scott Burrell T: 020 8504 7779 scott@in-magazine.com Senior Writer - Sue Lovett info@in-magazine.com Motoring Correspondent - Russell Campbell motoring@in-magazine.com Designer - Rob Cannell design@in-magazine.com Accounts - paul Wynn accounts@in-magazine.com Subscriptions Subscribe and receive all iN Magazine news, the E-Zine and offers. www.in-magazine.com/subscribe Words Alex Page, Caroline Polledri, LB Group, Rebecca Luxton, PURE Medi-Spa, Paula Milton, Danny Cheesewright Photography Snappedout.com, Daniel Halawi, Richard Barker

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Contributor CAROLINE POLLEDRI - Writer Caroline Polledri is best known for her witty columns, celebrity features and all round silliness. Having interviewed the likes of JLS, Pixie Lott and David Haye (whom she punched), Caroline has also had published writings in most national editorials. Now based in London, she is still a self confessed ‘Essex devotee’ and is hoping that her second book will make the shelves as the first one (in her words) ‘was a bit rubbish’. 4 in MAGAZINE

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using their iPhone, smart phone or camera, uploads the video, and there you have it, a promotional video platform. It costs as little as £10 a month, payable via paypal, without any contract in sight. Georgette & Billy have brought to fruition an innovative approach for uses such as applying for a job, to publicising an event. By watching the Video clips, visitors can make informed decisions and discover more information than traditional text based marketing materials.

THEIR ARE 5 KEY VIDEO PROMOTION AREAS ON THE DINGWUDDLES.COM SITE: CV’s • Job Vacancies • Business Promotions • Events, Activities and Attractions • Items For Sale When posting a Video CV the jobseeker can convey their personality, even show the skills they have. It also demonstrates an added level of motivation and determination. A job vacancy can show applicants the key aspects of the job, as well as staff facilities. If you don’t have the technology or the know how, when it comes to ‘Lights, Camera, Action‘ - Dingwuddles offers to do this for you, for free so whether you are a gym, boutique, dog groomers, bootcamp or beauty spa, call now to book your FREE Video Film Promotion.

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The Face of Essex 2012 Winner ‘the Face of Essex’, organised by Uppercut Hair Group, held their grand finale at the Brickyard Bar & Grill, Romford. Adam and Simon Ryan hosted the star studded event, which included 2shoes (XFactor), Ricky Rayment (Towie), Imogen Leaver (BNTM) & Anna Watts (Shipwrecked) & Towie’s, Harry Derbridge who was celebrating his 18th birthday. TOWIE twins Dino & Georgio Georgiades, owner of Uppercut Hair Group, Trevor Vale and Gemma Gurtvitz from Talent Talks all took to the judging panel. It was a seat gripping finale as the winner was announced as Ruby Cooke, 19, from Romford. Ruby was delighted to be awarded £2000 worth of prizes. iN Magazine interviewed Ruby, ‘My colleagues at work entered me into the competition and I never dreamed I would actually win. Since my win, I have been filmed in the Professor Green music video, and have appeared as an extra in ‘The Only Way Is Essex.’ Ruby has also been signed to top London modelling agency, RAGE Management. Chanel Shayler, 22 from Billericay took 2nd place and Georgia Phillips, 20 from Romford, 3rd place. iN Magazine wishes Ruby every success, as this years ‘The Face of Essex’. If you have a special occasion that you would like featured in iN Magazine then please email editor@in-magazine.com for more information.

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Fashion

Every fashion week has a one name synonymous with its catwalk – For New york its Karlie Kloss, for London its Kate Moss and for Essex its Amy Childs. Who better then than the 21 year old to open the most recent Essex Fashion Week? Essex’s most famous red head took to the home county catwalk in a series of outfits from her latest collection. Ms. Childs was not the only famous face to be spotted at the event. Amy was joined by her cousin Harry Derbridge dressed in silver jeans and Jessica Wright whose range ‘With Love Jess’ was showcased at the event. We also scouted previous iN cover boy Kirk Norcross on the red carpet and TOWIE favourite and notable style icon Nanna Pat, who was working an on trend ensemble of summer brights. Lauren Goodger was also spotted at the fashion event looking happy and laid back in a simple white shirt and was overheard remising about on-again-off-again love interest Mr. Wright – ‘My bestever kiss? It was probably with my ex Mark’. Essex Fashion Week founders Adam and Simon Ryan looked happy as once again they successfully showcased what Essex has to offer the world of fashion.

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FASHION

Whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re making the summertime pilgrimage to one of the multitude of festival campsites across the country or are off in search of sun and sea, indulge your sweet tooth with accessories in optimistic icecream shades of pistachio, raspberry, lemon and mint. Long time favorite of mothersof-the-bride the world over, pastels have been given a fashion revamp for 2012 thanks to the candy colored offerings of Accessorize. Sugarfree? No thanks! in MAGAZINE 21

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Arriving at South Beach, I was a little alarmed by the 6ft tall, 20 something’s, wearing little more than a bikini and a pair of heels but after I’d deposited my bags, had my first shot of Tequila, I too was parading around, (but not as naked). To be honest, I felt as though I was gate crashing ‘Spring Break’ but the truth is - I loved Miami and Miami loved me. As luck would have it, I had no problem gaining entry to some of the most exclusive parties - but that is not where my story takes you. Picture this, my friends and I are heading back to the hotel after dinner and drinks at Sushi Samba. Making our way along Collins Avenue, I am tipsy but not drunk. Walking passed a bar, I hear singing drifting from the basement and find myself magically drawn to the strange hypnotic chants luring me from below. Leading the way down the winding stairs I find myself in what could only be described as the darkest most dingiest club in Miami (possibly the world)! The loos didn’t have any doors, the cups were plastic and they used napkins for toilet roll. How we found this place I have no idea, in fact I have a feeling it was all a dream. You’d think that at this point one of us would have turned on our heels and ran, but no, something made us stay, it was so random we had to! There we were, in a room full of people from Brooklyn, feeling like extra’s from the rap movie ‘8 Mile’ and as I watched and cheered rapper after rapper, exploiting their lyrical wares, a wave of bravery came over me. Before I knew it, I had slipped the DJ my written ticketed request for Warren G’s, ‘Regulate’ and then as if by magic... we were on that stage, rapping and spitting bars with the best of the best. And when I say we were rubbish, we weren’t, we were actually worse than that. The crowd was just as shocked as we were, clearly down to our gallantry rather than the flow of our 90’s rap. I left the nondescript bar with a sense of achievement and some new found friends from Brooklyn.

VICTORIA’S SECRET – Heaven, or rather LA, will be missing a few angels as luxury US lingerie brand Victoria Secret opens its first (and huge) UK flagship on New Bond Street this summer. The label is most famous for its catwalk show featuring its be-winged scantily clad supermodel Angels - who have included Heidi Klum, Gisele Bundchen, Miranda Kerr, Doutzen Kroes, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley to name but a few.

CHARLES HEIDSIECK – Is there any better sound than a cork popping? We think not. Particularly if the cork happens to belong to the most awarded Champagne house in the world. Charles Heidsieck Champagne Brut Reserve RRP £31.99.

MARSHMALLOWS – The hottest thing in confectionary since the cupcake, artisan versions of the camp fire favourite are currently the most fashionable way to placate your sugar cravings. Our favourite comes from award winning confectioners Confektz’s, whose marshmallows come in decidedly grown up flavours such Morello cherry, Turkish rose and scotch.

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BRICK STICK – Samantha ‘Girls hate me because I am beautiful’ Brick’s article for the Daily Mail and its associated media storm has been a matter of much debate this month – the question being is she just deluded or was it all a very clever PR stunt? Either way, we don’t expect the bridesmaid offers will be pouring in for Ms. Brick anytime soon.

MAKING DECISIONS – With the rise of curated subscription services and apps, for a fee we no longer have to decide what to wear, eat, read, listen to or buy. Is this the answer to the tyranny of choice or the end of personality?

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Ah the lovely Epping, not many town’s are lucky to have the lush green forest as a backdrop, the bustling tube on it’s doorstep and be in relative proximity to a motorway with access to central London. We just love Epping for it’s fresh air and its most yummiest of shops. Here’s iN’s top pick of the best Epping has to offer...

Lathams Home

The Epping Flower Shop

64 -66 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4AE t: 01992 573 023 www.lathamshome.com

170 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4AQ t: 01992 576 164 www.theeppingflowershop.com

if you, like me... want your home to reflect your lifestyle, then Lathams Home is a definite first destination. Founded 40 years ago by the creatively talented Hellmers family, the store is a feast for the senses; gorgeous colours, textures and aroma encompass their inspiring furniture and lifestyle collections. if you require bespoke interior design, a single piece of furniture, some cool accessories to enhance your home or a quirky gift for a friend, this is the shop for you.

Where else would you find a florist that has produced flowers for the Queen and Ma'am’s private room? In Epping of course! the Epping Flower Shop is in it’s 7th year and is the second flower shop in it’s mini empire. Their signature bouquet is an all time favourite of mine, anything that incorporates a bottle of champagne with a stunning array of flowers, has got my thumbs up. Epping’s most popular flower shop for weddings, functions and quite recently giftware.

Minx

The Boutique

5 Station Road, Epping, Essex CM16 4HA t: 01992 576 144

160 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4AQ t: 01992 572 112 www.theboutiqueclothing.co.uk

Why venture to London when you have a boutique like Minx on your doorstep? A staple requisite to accompany every day of your life... lingerie. From bedroom glamour to maternity bras to nightwear, Minx also stocks mastectomy bras and teen wear. I even spotted horseriding knickers! Stocking West End labels such as panache, After Eden, Masquerade, b.tempt’d, Anita, trinny and Susannah and the much coveted Mya Blue kaftan as worn by Lauren Pope in ‘The Only Way Is Essex’. Lingerie, shapewear, hosiery and beachwear all under one roof. A lingerie addicts candy store.

Ascot, Polo or a simple BBQ... dresses for the day, dresses for the evening and dresses for a prom Boutique caters for all occasions. Bringing to Epping brands such as Forever Unique, tfnc, Rinascimento italy, Ceci tokyo, yuki & Aftershock accessories. Dress chosen and now to finish the look? Boutique also stock a varied range of accessories, bags and scarves. Boutique, every girls 7th heaven.

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Humbug Confectionery 3 Station Road, Epping, Essex CM16 4HA t: 01992 561 430 www.humbugepping.co.uk Mmmm...there is something about candy stripes and the sweet aroma of a room, floor to ceiling of candy jars filled with a colourful array of my favourite sweets. Take a trip down memory lane; Sweet Tobacco, Sherbet Pips, Sweet Peanuts, Flying Saucers, Floral Gums, (that actually taste like soap); they all have a fond memory on my taste pallet. Humbug is a firm favourite of the folk of Epping and are now catering for weddings and birthday parties. They even have a Vintage Sweet Cart for hire. Balloons, sweets, chocolate fountains. Someone find me the exit please!

Made Man 146 High Street, Epping, Essex CM16 4AG t: 01992 677 252 www.mademanclothing.com Behind every good woman is a well dressed man! And whether the man in your life is looking for the most sought after casual wear or that something special for engagements and nights on the town, Made Man has a wide selection of brands that will accommodate an entire wardrobe. This includes brands such as Scotch & Soda, Vans, Diesel, Franklin & Marshall, true Religion and Lyle & Scott. What more could a guy need.

Club 195 195/199 Cottis Lane, Epping, Essex CM16 4BL t: 01992 572 195 www.club195.co.uk twitter: @Club195 What better way to end the weekend than to venture to the exclusive Club 195, the most credible and trendiest club in Essex which combines the decadence of the West End, with the most prestigious clubbing brands in the world. Since 2003 Club 195 has offered an elite night out, with an influential crowd. But more than that, the chance to rub shoulders with more celebrities than any other club in the area. opening times: 10pm - 3.30am Fridays: over 18's night, while the Vip lounge is over 29's. Saturday: over 20's. To advertise your business call: 020 8504 7779

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Launches & Events

tHE LAUNCH oF tHE City pAViLioN’S BRAND NEW itALiAN REStAURANt, VoLti Noti

VoLti Noti At tHE City pAViLioN the wine was flowing as iN Magazine attended the exclusive unveiling of the City pavilion’s brand new italian restaurant, Volti Noti. the restaurant, whose name translates as ‘famous faces’, is designed as a unique homage to the great and the good of italy. With the visages of the country’s stars of film, fashion, sport and even politics to be found decorating each of the restaurant’s 200 plus printed chairs. And there were more than a few well known faces to be spotted taking their seats at the exclusive sit down dinner, as local business people as well as friends and family came out to celebrate the opening. And of course sample the freshly prepared pizzas and pastas that form the heart of the new restaurant’s menu. Volti Noti’s open kitchen added to the lively atmosphere of the evening and to the guests’ appetites as they watched the team of experienced italian chefs at work preparing the brilliant selection of italian classic dishes. Fresh and fun, Volti Noti’s launch was a superb evening that showed off the restaurant’s strengths to great effect and with more than one guest eagerly arranging their next visit - it would seem that Volti Noti will soon not just be home to famous faces, but familiar ones too. VoLti Noti tHE City pAViLioN, CoLLiER RoW RoAD RoMFoRD, ESSEx RM5 2BH t. 020 8924 4000 www.thecitypavilion.co.uk

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Ah the glorious English summer and its festivals. Rain or shine, the great outdoors just adds that extra something to seeing your favourite artists perform live. And now with so many festivals in the mix you are literally spoilt for choice – which can only be a good thing. For our 2012 guide we decided that the jolly green giants and monsters of rock could be met with events of a more subtle nature, so we’ve kick-started our feature with some easier options. Plus with our editor’s new arrival we thought it only fitting to keep things in the family way and focus on some of the gentler ways to spend your camping days. From the Yorkshire Dales to the Garden of England, the modern festival landscape has turned into something quite lovely. in MAGAZINE 33

(8tH-10tH JUNE) CHELtENHAM RACECoURSE www.wychwoodfestival.com

(26tH-29tH JULy) LULWoRtH CAStLE, DoRSEt www.campbestival.net

Yearly winner of the 'Best Family' festival, homely Wychwood will be attracting the likes of James,The Saw Doctors, Port Isaac’s Fisherman’s Friends, Mahala Rai Banda, The Cuban Brothers, Dr & The Medics, The Damned, Duke Special, Hawkwind, Sharon Shannon and Dodgy. There is also the Healing Gardens, Sculpture Gardens and various workshops and events to keep everyone entertained to the hilt.

Josie & Rob da Bank’s renowned annual event always appears to be done with affection. Bands, DJs, theatre and shows, spoken word and poetry – it’s all here. In no particular order whatsoever: Kool & The Gang, Happy Mondays, Hot Chip, Jimmy Cliff, Earth Wind & Fire, Rolf Harris, Mr Tumble, Adam Ant, Jimmy Carr, characters from Shrek the musical, The Gruffalo live, Fantastic Mr Fox Opera, Camp Bestival Summer Panto, David Rodigan MBE presents Ram Jam, LTJ Bukem, Netsky, Dub Pistols, DJ Yoda, Dick & Dom, Ben UFO, English National Ballet, The Japanese Popstars, John Sinclair, Scroobius Pip, Howard Marks reading kids stories (?), Wookey Hole Circus... This really is fun for all the family.

(24tH-26tH AUGUSt) LiMEtREE FARM, MASHAM, NoRtH yoRKSHiRE www.limetreefestival.co.uk Utah Saints, Fossil Collective, Hannah Trigwell, Jon Kennedy, Cantaloop, The Frenetics, Almost Midnight and Yes Boss will be providing some of the music to this quaint northern festival, along with Health & Healing Area, Kreative Kids Area, Science Area, comedy, cinema and a rather splendid silent disco.

(29tH JUNE-1St JULy) Hop FARM, pADDoCK WooD, KENt www.hopfarmfestival.com Bob Dylan (for it is he), Peter Gabriel, Suede, Damien Rice, Primal Scream, My Morning Jacket, Maxïmo Park, Patti Smith & Her Band, Billy Ocean, The Psychedelic Furs, Ben Kweller, Lucy Rose, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, plus the obligatory “many more to be announced” are just a teaser of how good this looks. Also there is the Comedy Stage, Buskers Boulevard, Camp Acoustic Stage, all adding to the feel good factor and making Hop Farm one of the must-do festivals in the calendar.

(17tH-19tH AUGUSt) ESCot pARK, DEVoN www.beautifuldays.org Winner of ‘Best Family Festival 2011’ this year Beautiful Days houses six stages with acts such as Public Image Limited, Frank Turner & The Sleeping Souls, Levellers, Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson, Midlake, The Waterboys, New Model Army, Inspiral Carpets, Toots and The Maytals, Alabama 3 and Billy Bragg. To complement the bands the rest of the fest has: Little Big Top, Bimble Inn, The Band Stand, Walkabout Theatre, site art, comedy, family camping, (another) healing area, carefully selected food and craft stalls, and licensed real ale bars from the Otter Brewery – for the parents, naturally. 34 in MAGAZINE

(17tH-19tH AUGUSt) REGENt’S pARK, LoNDoN www.lollibopfestival.co.uk The family event returns to London’s famous park this summer and looks packed with activities. With addition to the regular features, the 2012 event includes: The LolliBop Kitchen, LolliBop Human Zoo, Disco Shed, Science Zone, LolliSports, Imagination Station, Itsy Bitsy Strictly, Enchanted Forest, Wacky Races obstacle course, and the Village Green with its own live music, craft stalls and street theatre. And for preschoolers, confirmed activities include a Mini Disco, Little Arts, Yoga, Teddy Bears Picnic and Baby Salsa. It looks like the ultimate yummy mummy day out and then some.

23RD JUNE-8tH JULy) EDEN pRoJECt, BoDELVA, St AUStELL, CoRNWALL www.edensessions.com The Eden Project’s beautiful Biomes provide the stunning backdrop to another year of mystical performances, with amazing acoustics created by the natural amphitheatre. Tim Minchin, Example and Devlin, Frank Turner, Stornoway, Bellowhead, Mull Historical Society, Plan B and Blink-182 will play out over the course of the established one-day festivals. There will also be street entertainers, decent food and drink with “no dodgy burgers”, plus you can explore the www.edenproject.com/come-and-visit/whatshere/rainforest-biome/index.php Eden Project itself: each ticket includes entry to the Project, and if you take advantage of the hotel packages you’ll get an extra day thrown in for good measure. They’ve thought of everything.

(17tH-19tH AUGUSt) FUNKiRK EStAtE, SKiptoN, yoRKSHiRE DALES www.greetingsfrombeacons.com Set in the stunning Yorkshire Dales, Beacons has organised a sublime mix of bands and artists: Wild Beasts, Roots Manuva, Patrick Wolf, Factory Floor, Ghostpoet, Maya Jane Coles, Frankie & The Heartstrings, Willy Mason, Star Slinger, Clock Opera, Submotion Orchestra, Bos Angeles, The Wave Pictures and Au Palais are just a selection of what’s to come. As well as all the music we have boutique camping, a tipi village, audio/visual displays, talks, workshops, site installations, comedy, film screenings, specialty food and other bespoke Beacons attractions. Perfect.

(12tH-15tH JULy) HENHAM pARK, SoUtHWoLD, SUFFoLK www.latitudefestival.co.uk Southwold’s green and pleasant coastal affair is as comforting as putting on your favourite slippers. Bon Iver, Elbow and Paul Weller are the respective headliners, along with Simple Minds, Metronomy, Laura Marling, Ben Howard, Janelle Monáe, Richard Hawley and Bat for Lashes in sterling support. Plus you have the legendary Comedy Arena, Film and Music Arena, Poetry Arena, Theatre Arena, Literary Arena/Salon, Faraway Forest, Waterfront Stage, Pandora’s Playground, Latitude Contemporary Art Exhibition and late night DJs, all on the Sunrise Coast.

31St AUGUSt-2ND SEptEMBER) tHE RURAL LiFE CENtRE, FARNHAM, SURREy www.weyfest.co.uk Calling themselves the “UK’s friendliest festival”, Weyfest’s take on the family event includes museum exhibits, a sci-fi zone, music workshops, gyroscope, children’s Ferris wheel, target football, therapist healer, Re-Play Music, Kids-Zone and Fun Village. Music is supplied by 10cc, Go West, Roy Wood, Curved Air, Steve Roux, Freeway Jam, Kangaroo Moon... I’m not making these bands up, you know. Plus enough shops and stalls to satisfy shopaholic mums and dads. Oh, and there’s glamping.

(17tH-19tH AUGUSt) FUNKiRK EStAtE, SKiptoN, yoRKSHiRE DALES www.larmertreefestival.co.uk There are goings-on aplenty at the LT Festival, with everything from music and comedy to workshops and theatre. Artists include: Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra, Amadou and Mariam, Levellers, Tim Minchin, Imagined Village, Caravan Palace, Red Sky July, Otis Gibbs, Urban Folk Quartet, Fatoumata Diawara, Greg Davies Milton Jones, Terry Alderton, Zoe Lyons, Alun Cochrane, Mark Kermode’s Film Club... plus street theatre, kids shows and workshops at the Larmer Lawns. Sounds idyllic, especially being set in the gorgeous English countryside. Just be sure to emphasise to your friends that it’s “Larmer Tree” – they might end up at Limetree. Enjoy.

(24tH-26tH AUGUSt) tARNSiDE FARM, NR ASpAtRiA, CUMBRiA www.solfest.org.uk Well if the Lake District isn’t enough to satisfy your soul, then Solfest should be just the tonic. Acts include: Big Country, Adam Ant, KT Tunstall, Billy Bragg, The Duke Spirit, Seth Lakeman, Transglobal Underground, The Bootleg Beatles, System 7, Random Hand, The Boobytraps, Surfin Turnips, Heidi Browne, Jakarta Club, The 309s and In Dynamics, all expertly balanced across the Main Stage, Dry Stone Stage, Dance Tent, Dogs in Space, the Love Shack and House of Joy. Wonderful. in MAGAZINE 35

If your idea of a festival weekend is something a tad more hardcore, luminous paint (✓), glow sticks (✓) and a whistle (✓), be sure that these following festivals will definitely tick every box!

8tH-10tH JUNE) DoNiNGtoN pARK, LEiCEStERSHiRE www.downloadfestival.co.uk Now in its tenth year, the Monsters of Rock successor is pulling out all the stops to celebrate its anniversary. On the Jim Marshall Stage we have The Prodigy, Metallica (performing the Black Album) and Black Sabbath headlining respectively, while elsewhere you’ll want for nothing: Biffy Clyro, Megadeth, Tenacious D, Soundgarden, Trivium, Saxon, NOFX, Anthrax, Machinehead, Chase & Status, Slash and Myles Kennedy, You Me At Six, Rise Against, Terrorvision, The Quireboys, Killswitch Engage, Dropkick Murphys, Ugly Kid Joe, Periphery, Anti-Nowhere League, Gallows, Marmozets, Six Hour Sundown... the list goes on.

(22ND-24tH JUNE) SEACLoSE pARK, NEWpoRt, iSLE oF WiGHt www.isleofwightfestival.com Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers, Pearl Jam and Bruce Springsteen will be leading the way over the long weekend, with some damn fine acts in between the Main Stage, Garden Stage and Big Top: Elbow, The Vaccines, Big Country, Noel Gallagher, Joan Armatrading, Feeder, Biffy Clyro, Crystal Castles, The Charlatans, The Pierces, Roachford, The Christians, Groove Armada (DJ set), Magnetic Man, The Darkness, Enter Shikari, Professor Green, Ash, Kelis, Lana Del Rey, Wretch 32, Katy B, Caro Emerald, Spector, Pulled Apart By Horses and The Brilliant Things are simply a taste of what’s to come. Plus the Hipshaker Lounge, Last Chance Saloon and Kashmir Cafe offer an alternative to the rock. And some of the shenanigans actually begin on the Thursday, where more and more people are pitching up early and making a drama out of it.

(27tH & 28tH JULy) LoNG MARStoN AiRFiELD, StRAtFoRD-UpoN-AVoN www.globalgathering.com (15tH-17tH JUNE) ViCtoRiA pARK, LoNDoN E3 www.lovebox.net The East End legend that is Vicky Park is a favourite haunt for many souls, but over the past ten years it has been turned into a somewhat musical sanctuary during the summer months thanks to Lovebox. This year’s Weekender performers include Bobby Womack, David Rodigan, Felix da Housecat, Tiga, Chic feat. Nile Rogers, Booka Shade, Joy Orbison, London Elektricity, High Contrast, Breakage, Logistics, Nu:Tone, Dynamite MC, SP:MC, Rusko, Kelis, The Rapture, Trailer Trash, Paper Tiger, Azealia Banks, The Nextmen, Mika, Holly Johnson, Lana Del Ray, Sam Sparro, Hot Chip, Damian Lazarus, Hackney Colliery Band, Dalston Superstore, Jess Indeedy’s Musical, Wah Wah 45s, Floor Rippers B-Boy... Lovebox has everyone from Andrew Weatherall to Zinc, and the inimitable Grace Jones will be headlining. Need I say more? 36 in MAGAZINE

Having established itself as the danciest of dance festivals, we now have even more on offer. To cut to the chase and status, here’s a sample: Main Stage: Friendly Fires, Tinie Tempah, Labrinth; Metropolis & Digital Soundboy: Sub Focus (live), Shy FX & Stamina; Rinse: Zinc & Tippa, Marcus Nasty, Plastician; Electric: Annie Mac, Jack Beats (DJ set), Steve Aoki; Global: Jamie Jones, Joris Voorn & Nic Fanciulli, Sasha; Hospitality: Among the usual suspects we also have Netsky (live), a London Elekricity DJ set, and a stormer which will be the Roni Size Full Cycle retro set. And for the discerning raver, there is not only luxury camping available but also a premium-rate tent service which allows your inner laziness to simply book an already-pitched tent and only have to carry your essentials if you can do it, why not? Let’s be honest, after a weekend’s dancing the last thing you want to do is cart everything back to the car.

6tH-8tH JULy) BALADo, KiNRoSS-SHiRE www.tinthepark.com Scotland’s fine and dandy behemoth showcases Snow Patrol, The Stone Roses and Kasabian for the headline slots, with a veritable who’s who of pop, rock and dance being wheeled out to support the occasion: New Order, Noel Gallagher, Florence & The Machine, Tinie Tempah, Calvin Harris, Kaiser Chiefs, Swedish House Mafia, Two Door Cinema Club, Miike Snow, The Darkness, Enter Shikari, Sven Väth, Labrinth, Professor Green, Nicki Minaj, Emeli Sandé, Amy Macdonald, Happy Mondays, The Wailers, Simple Minds, The Temper Trap, Frank Turner, Miles Kane, The Enemy, The Horrors, Reverend and The Makers, Slam, Orbital, Erol Alkan, Dubfire, Chase & Status, Simian Mobile Disco... plus King Tut’s Wah Wah Tent, the Slam Tent and T Break Stage are legendary. Everything is done to a T.

(18tH & 19tH AUGUSt) HyLANDS pARK, ESSEx, AND WEStoN pARK, StAFFS www.vfestival.com With everyone leaving work early to pitch up on the Friday night, V 2012 looks set to be worth the mad dash to find a good spot for the tent. Saturday’s headliners at Hylands Park are The Stone Roses and Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds whilst Weston Park puts up with The Killers and Snow Patrol; then it’s vice versa and passing each other on the motorway to do it all the other way round on the Sunday. Also across the weekend: Tinie Tempah, Olly Murs, Emeli Sandé, David Guetta, Example, Tom Jones, Ed Sheeran, Madness, Happy Mondays, Noah & The Whale, Miles Kane, Pixie Lott, Shed Seven, The Tings Tings, LMFAO, The Human League, The Proclaimers, The Stranglers, Inspiral Carpets, DJ Fresh (live), plus loads of random acts spread over four stages, tents and DJ lounges. Nice. Words by Danny Cheesewright

(24tH-26tH AUGUSt) RiCHFiELD AVE, READiNG, AND BRAMHAM pARK, LEEDS www.readingfestival.com The Cure, Kasabian and Foo Fighters are the giants who will headline their respective nights on the Main Stage at Reading (for Leeds it’s the Foos, Cure and Kasabian), plus Paramore, Florence & The Machine, The Black Keys, Bombay Bicycle Club, You Me At Six, Bullet For My Valentine, Kaiser Chiefs, Angels and Airwaves, The Gaslight Anthem, Mystery Jets, Eagles of Death Metal and Blood Red Shoes are among the sterling support. The NME/Radio 1 Stage showcases The Maccabees, At The Drive-In and Justice, who headline this one, with The Cribs, Two Door Cinema Club, The Courteeners, Billy Talent, The Horrors, Foster The People, Miike Snow and SBTRKT; the Dance Stage has Metronomy, Katy B, Azealia Banks and Jaguar Skills. And of course there’s more to be announced – it wouldn’t be the same if there wasn’t.

(6tH-9tH SEptEMBER) RoBiN HiLL CoUNtRy pARK, iSLE oF WiGHt www.bestival.net The original Bestival proper sees out another stellar line-up of festivals and makes a grand finale to the season. Stevie Wonder, Sigur Rós, Friendly Fires, Soulwax (and 2manydjs), Hot Chip, Bat For Lashes, Orbital, De La Soul, Sister Sledge, Gary Numan, Death in Vegas, Sub Focus, Alabama Shakes, Earth Wind & Fire, Adam Ant, First Aid Kit, Zulu Winter, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Japanese Popstars, Chas & Dave, Dub Pistols, Laurel Collective (former IN Magazine featurettes), plus DJ sets from Rob da Bank, Annie Mac Presents, LTJ Bukem (yes!), David Rodigan MBE presents Ram Jam, DJ Yoda, Flux Pavilion, Billy Daniel Bunter, Scratch Perverts, Ben UFO, Jaguar Skills, Girl Unit, Chris Coco and more. Other alternative arrangements include: Grand Palace of Entertainment, Scroobius Pip presents the Satin Lizard Lounge, Owdyado Theatre, Roundhouse Poetry Collective, Bollywood Field, Wishing Tree Field, Ballroom Field (with roller disco and helter skelter), and the Lost Picture Show screening vintage cinema. I don’t know how they fit it all in. in MAGAZINE 37

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Yildiz Home Spa iN: So Yildiz, tell me what Yildiz Home Spa has to offer? YC: To start, 16 years worth of beauty experience. I personally have been teaching for 6 years, my team of beauty therapists all have a minimum of 5 years experience and are all trained to Level 3 NVQ City & Guilds, which is unusual. We offer beauty treatments, with proffessional therapists in the luxury of your own home. iN:

Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a busy schedule! How does it work having a team of therapists out and about on the road? YC: Really well, it means that we can tend to our portfolio of clients with ease, never letting them down and can increase our portfolio, without it having an impact on the existing clients we already have on our books.

iN: What would you say was your most popular treatment? YC: It has to be the Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion, but we also cater for a varied range of treatments from waxing to massage to beauty parties for teenagers. Having a teenage daughter myself, I understand how important a good skincare routine is and pass my knowledge on in my classes, plus the all important how to apply day make-up! iN: Who would you say is your target audience? YC: Everyone who is interested in looking after their bodies. Presently our clients include celebrity footballers, TV presenters through to my daughters friends and their Mums. We cover areas from Hampstead, all around London through to Brentwood, Ongar, Loughton & Epping. And all the areas inbetween. iN:

Gosh, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quite an area! You have quite a budding business head when it comes to beauty. How did it all start? YC: 14 years ago my beautiful daughter Millie was born. I was on my own with a newborn baby; it had to work. I threw my life and soul into making a future for her, so that we could enjoy the best life together. Millie is the best thing that could have happened to me, it gave me vision and focus to achieve the unachievable. As a Mum I am very proud of her and know she is of me too.

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PIP BREAST IMPLANTS THE LOW DOWN iN Magazine caught up with Rebecca Luxton, (clinical nurse specialist in plastic, cosmetic and reconstructive surgery & burns care) director of Luxton Aesthetics, to talk PIP. The implants in question are the French Poly-Implant Prostheses (PIP) used in breast surgery. It is said that over 47,000 women could be affected. What are the problems associated with PIP? The two main risks are rupture and leakage. This applies to ALL implants, not just PIP. However, when high quality implants leak, the silicone stays within the capsule in one piece. It is thought that the lower grade silicone used in PIP may not do this and may leak outside of the capsule. Can they cause cancer? No. The cancer link has now been firmly discounted by medical experts both in the UK and Europe. How will I know if I have them? All women with PIP implants should be contacted by their surgeon. If you are experiencing tenderness and pain, or the breast appears swollen, misshapen or firm, you should get in contact with your surgeon. Please be aware though that this can happen to any implant, not just PIP. Should all PIP implants be removed? According to the Department of Health, it was concluded that there is not enough evidence to suggest their early removal. Implants generally last 10 years or more, and it is expected that they will need exchanging at some point anyway. However the more recent implants have a life time guarantee, and may therefore not need replacing for many years. Can I get them changed on the NHS? Only 10% of the recorded patients had breast surgery with the NHS. That 10% can return to their doctor and potentially get the implants removed for free. Should the NHS take the blame, costs and responsibility of the other 90% though? Personally, I don’t think so. It should be the surgeon who originally used the implants that takes responsibility and removes the implants, if necessary. So far, surgeons have appeared more than happy to review their patients following the scare, and will advise accordingly. In summary: • Implants should only be removed if there is a medical need. • All implants are at risk of rupture, hardening, and need of removal. • If you are concerned, book a follow-up appointment with your surgeon, for advice.

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Just Married Laura & Anthony Barrowcliff It was a case of ‘happy ever after’ when pantomime producer Laura Taylor married Anthony Barrowcliff at the lovely Gaynes Park, where even the pouring rain couldn’t dampen the mood. Let’s start at the beginning. How did you two meet? Laura: Anthony was a friend of my brothers from school. When we first met, Anthony had fluffy hair and glasses and was so shy that he would never speak to me. After he pursued me for a long time and also discovered hair gel and contact lenses, I gave in.

We know most brides want their weddings to be fairytales, but we hear your nuptials had more than a sprinkling of fairy dust. Laura: There was a very unusual theme running through the whole day – pantomime! Our save the date cards were fairy wands and my graphic designer friend made us a spoof pantomime programme instead of a traditional order of service. It featured Anthony and myself on the cover in panto costume and inside we had photographs and biographies of the wedding party. Anthony: As Laura has worked in the pantomime industry for the last 16 years we thought it was only right to bring a little panto magic to her big day.

What a fun theme! Can you tell us about the wedding dress or was your fairy godmother responsible? Laura: Every time I flicked through a wedding magazine the dresses that caught my eye all seemed to be by the same designer - Sassi Holford. So my Chief Bridesmaid and I found the nearest stockist and when we got to the shop, it was the dress ‘Beatrice’ by Sassi Holford that caught my eye! As soon as I put the dress on I knew it was ‘my dress’.

And the day itself, what was your favourite moment? Laura: Walking up the aisle. As it was raining, Dad held the umbrella for me and as we went under the gate arch he knocked the umbrella and there was a huge downpour of water all over my dress. This caused us both to burst out laughing. It was such a funny moment and the photographer managed to catch it perfectly. It has become one of my favourite photographs of the day.

And before we leave you two to live ‘happily ever after’, we hear there was quite a surprise ending to your fairytale day... Laura: After the three traditional speeches a TV was wheeled out and a series of video messages were played from various pantomime artists that I have worked with including David Hasselhoff, Bobby Davro, Christopher Biggins and Jim Davidson and to top it off last message from Robbie Williams - my all-time idol. To say I was gob smacked is putting it mildly! I have a copy of that DVD and will cherish it forever. It has got to be the most special, unique wedding present I could have ever wished for. Venue: www.gaynespark.co.uk. Bride’s Dress: Sassi Holford. The Pantiles Bride. T. 01892 514515. Bride’s Accessories: Ivory & Co; www.UKWeddingveils.co.uk; Next. Groom’s Suit: Moss Bros. Bridesmaid’s Dresses: Mark Lesley. D&Q Weddings T. 01279 426883. Wedding Cake: The Jolly Cake Bakery. Photographer: Limelight Studios T. 01622 710022. Wedding Rings: Taylor & Co. Wedding List: www.buy-our-honeymoon.com. Band/Disco/DJ: The Love Junkies.

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Travel

2012 sees Vienna celebrating Gustav Klimpt’s 150th birthday. iN Magazine sent one of the most intrepid Mums we know, Paula Milton, off to explore this beautiful European city.

Vienna, one of the leading cities to visit has something for everyone. Looking for a trendy scene, athletic action, a kid friendly paradise, culture and the arts? Vienna has it all. The city is perfect for exploring on foot, by bus, tram, boat, bike or, for the adventurous, by segway. Here are my top ten reasons to visit. www.vienna.info

- Family Fun 1. tHE oLD DANUBE RiVER -

2. pRAtER If the Giant Ferris Wheel is not enough of a challenge, try out the world’s highest carousel at 117m.

Hop on a boat, whether row, electric or paddle and take your time meander down the waterway enjoying the many bankside restaurants. Oh and don’t forget your swimsuit. www.alte-donau.info. EAT: Alten Kaisermuhle. www.kaisermuehle.at 54 in MAGAZINE

EAT: Pre-order a picnic basket complete with blankets at the Luftburg Restaurant. www.wien.info/en/sightseeing/prater

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8. tHE SCHoNBRUNN pALACE Vienna’s famous toboggan run can be found at the Hohe Wand Wiesse. Down slope toboggans can reach speeds of up to 40 km/h. Great fun for all the family.

One of the world’s largest palaces, the baroque style complex offers an enchanting park, Palm House, the Gloriette and a zoo. Stroll through the extensive gardens or indulge in a lavish cake in the beautiful café, at the city’s most visited cultural attraction.

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- Culture & The Arts Ten Viennese museums are offering special exhibitions in 2012 to commemorate the 150th birthday of Gustav Klimt. On view will be paintings, drawings and designs by Klimt, and much more besides.

- Shopping 9. tHE MARiAHiLFER StRASSE This lively street is a mile of specialty shops and boutiques. The young and hip typically head to the 2nd to 9th districts also known as the inner district.

4. tHE SECESSioN A must visit exhibition building dedicated to contemporary art. Don’t miss Gustav Klimt’s world famous Beethoven frieze. www.secession.at

10. tHE NASCHMARKt MARKEt

5. St StEpHAN’S CAtHEDRAL

This famous market boasts over 120 stands. And the flea market held on Saturdays is a cult event.

A breathtaking gothic building home to the famous Vienna’s Boy’s Choir. www.stephanskarche.at

6. tHE MUSEUM QUARtiER

- The Club Scene -

Relax in a stylish courtyard and take in the cool of the MQ. Be visually awoken by works from Schiele, the Museum of Contemporary Art, and the Kunsthalle and visit one of the districts trendy bars. Try Café Leopold with its DJ line up. www.mqw.at EAT: The Glacis Beisl near the MQ. Great food at great prices.

7. tHE ViENNA StAtE opERA MUSEUM The world’s greatest opera house offering excellent productions, and programmes that change daily. www.wien.info/en/music-stageshows/city-of-music/operamuseum Words by Paula Milton

Vienna has a lively club scene. The city has developed a reputation as a creative breeding ground for electronic music with many of Vienna’s DJs enjoying international success. Party people celebrate in new locations such as Pratersauna, Badeschiff and Fluc. A young crowd also likes to party in dance temples such as the Praterdome and the legendary U4. Big named DJ’s also frequent the underground scene. Located in a disused subway tunnel on the Danube Canal, The Flex, has even been voted one of the best clubs in the world. www.flex.at

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YoUr MoNTHlY UPDaTe To WHaT Has BeeN HaPPeNiNG iN aND aroUND essex... PosT MaraTHoN ParTY aT THe KiNGs oaK Team Kings Oak have organised a post-marathon fundraiser for their proprietor Linzi Pollard on Saturday 12th May. Tickets are £10 (all proceeds go to MACS charity). The night will offer live music and dancing, BBQ, Hog Roast and seafood paella. iN Magazine has closely followed Linzi’s story, since her grandson Callum was born with a rare condition Anopthalmia. We hope to see all of our readers at the MACS’s charity fundraiser. The Kings Oak Hotel, High Beach, Loughton IG10 4AE T. 020 8508 5000 www.kingsoakhotel.com www.justgiving.com/linzi-pollard

reNT YoUr HoUse or FlaT For THe olYMPics 2012 BreNTWooD PreParaTorY scHool Goes For GolD A big ‘well done’ to the pupils at Brentwood Preparatory School who raised over £10,500 in the ‘Kids Inspire Gold Charity Challenge’ - the highest fundraising school in the country. The children ran 400m circuits non-stop for 2012 seconds, in recognition of the Olympic games this year. Colin Carmichael, one of the original 118 118 Directory Enquiries runners, was also there to cheer the pupils on. www.kidsinspire.org.uk www.brentwoodschool.co.uk/preparatory-school

sTar caGe FiGHTer’s iNTerNaTioNal acclaiM Epping's very own Brett Sizeland, owner of Concept Fitness is due to fight in Bahrain against Germany’s rank 3 professional cage fighter, Abu Azatair on the 24th May. The event will be televised on Sky Sports on Wednesday 30th May. Good Luck Brett. Concept Fitness, 224 High Street, Epping CM16 4AQ www.conceptfitnessuk.com T. 01992 579 050 www.cagefighters.com 56 in MAGAZINE

If you are considering capitalising on the 2012 Olympic Games by renting out your property, this is the month you need to get it advertised. Rex Batey, managing director of ‘Accommodation for the Games’ reported, ‘The Olympic Games presents a great opportunity for property owners to enter the rental market and the time is right to sign up and take advantage of the flood of last minute bookings.’ If you have properties to offer... now is the time! www.accomodationforthegames.com

FolK BaND HarrY BirD & THe rUBBer Wellies GiG iN loUGHToN Travelling folk band Harry Bird & The Rubber Wellies are due to gig in Loughton on Thursday 17th May at 8pm. The band are based in Dublin, Bilbao and Groningen and have recently had quite a lot airplay with their debut album ‘Long Way To Be Free’ on RTE 1, Lyric FM in Ireland and Mike Harding's Folk Programme on BBC Radio 2. They are touring to coincide with the release of their second album ‘The Bones on Black’. £3 entree. Loughton Folk Club, 8 Station Road, Loughton, Essex www.loughtonfolkclub.btck.co.uk www.hotdroprecords.com

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HaPPY BirTHDaY lUxe loUGHToN Luxe’s 1st Birthday was hosted by Naive and had guest DJ Melvin from Kiss FM in attendance. Manager, Darrell Privett said, ‘We opened the doors at 9pm, an hour later, we had a full house. Thanks to Moet for sponsoring the champagne reception and to everyone who came and made it such an incredible night.’ Footage of the night is now available to see on the Luxe website. 126 High Road Loughton, Essex IG10 4BE T. 020 8508 5156 www.luxeessex.com

virGiN MaraTHoN sUccess A massive well done to Linzi Pollard, proprietor of The Kings Oak, Rosie Coxshaw - RC Distributions and Mark Hopkins, Director at Lovells, who ran and completed the 2012 Virgin Marathon. Linzi Pollard finished in 5hrs 38mins, raising over a staggering £10K for MACS, which is a charity set up to support families with the rare condition Anopthalmia, which means literally without eyes. Linzi’s own grandson was born with this condition only last year. Well done Linzi!

celeBriTY sPoTTeD aT rJ’s GYM RJ’s Gym, located next door to Costco on the A406, opened five months ago and is set to be the next big thing when talking about ‘local’ gyms. Ricky Grover who plays Andrew, the late Heather Trott’s boyfriend, in Eastenders, was spotted training with Rod Julian, business owner and trainer of 20 years. Gary Lucy and Billian White, rumored to be the next British champion boxer & Mark Potter, famous professional fighter, were all spotted using the gym’s facilities. If you are looking for a ‘Beach Body’ using boxing & weights, RJ’s is worth a visit. RJ’s Gym, Unit G13, Lea Valley Business Centre, Hawley Road, Edmonton N18 3SB T. 020 8884 4929 www.rjsgym.co.uk

Have YoU MaDe a Will? Throughout the month of May, nine benevolent firms of solicitors are kindly devoting their time by writing standard wills free of charge. All you need to do is make a donation to St Clare Hospice for £100 for a simple will and £150 for a pair of mirror wills. Among the 9 firms, within iN’s catchment, Foskett Marr Gadsby & Head (Loughton and Epping) and Whiskers (Epping and Harlow) have kindly agreed to take part. St Clare Hospice T. 01279 773756 E: tony.smith@stclarehospice.org.uk www.stclarehospice.org.uk/legacy

Rosie Coxshaw finished in 4hrs 10mins, raising £2000 for Leonard Chesire, a charity set up to support individuals with disabilities and their carers. Fantastic achievement!

MarsHMalloW BriDe oPeNs iN loUGHToN The brains behind ‘tux ‘n’ tails’ & ‘Marshmallow Bride’, who recently won ‘Best Groomswear Retailer’ in the ‘2012 Bridal Awards’, has newly launched in Loughton, Essex. They are stocking names such as La Sposa, Pronovias & Hollywood Dreams. The opening party was attended by over 100 people, including Billi Mucklow and Cara Kilbey from The Only Way is Essex. 239 High Road, Loughton, Essex IG10 1AD T. 020 8502 1444 www.marshmallowbride.co.uk To advertise your business call: 020 8504 7779

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Motoring

Big estates used to be the obvious family car, iN Magazine’s Russell Campbell drives a 508 SW to see if they still should be.

hings used to be so simple in the car world. Young families had small family cars; older families had big family cars and families with a dog bought an estate. Now you’re faced with a minefield of jeeps and crossovers, big people carriers, small people carries and hybrids, and that’s before you consider the small matter of badge kudos. So what if, anything, is wrong with a bread-and-butter estate car? We borrowed the new Peugeot 508 GT SW to find out.

windows, iPod connectable stereo, cruise control and adds to these sat-nav, a panoramic sunroof (which brought an airiness to the cabin), parking sensors (with optional space measuring function), leather and heated front seats with a massaging driver’s seat, and a head-up display. Safety is covered by bi-beam xenon headlamps with Smart Beam Assistance (which automtically switches between full and dipped beam) and directional lighting. ESP and six airbags give the 508 a five-star NCAP rating. The GT also comes with Peugeot Connect SOS, which alerts the emergency services in the event of an accident.

First impressions of the 508 (especially in regards to the GT trim we borrowed) are that it is far from a bread-and-butter car. This has got to be one of the best looking estates on the market. Peugeot has managed to give the 508 the substantial look of a German machine, but with a strong hint of its french roots. There’s a wide stance and strong shoulder-line, which runs front to rear, yet it still remains sleek and appealing. Our test car’s optional Capella 19” wheels, twin exhaust pipes and chrome roof bars added an extra premium feel.

Passenger space inside is excellent, with plenty of room in the back inspite of who’s sitting in the front. There’s also cupholders, large door-bins, sunblinds and separate heating controls for the rear-seat passengers. Boot space isn’t class leading at 512 litres with the rear seats up and 1598 litres with them down, but this would be the payoff for the 508 SW’s more shapely rear quarters.

This continues inside, where the dashboard is clear, made up of squidgy-touch quality plastics and flashes of chrome, and the large transmission tunnel give a sporty feel. The GT model comes specced to the gunnels with the usual supects of all-round electric

The only real disappointments in the cabin would be a sat-nav and entertainment system, which isn’t touchscreen and with controls high and low on the dash which could be more intuitive, and a seat that I couldn’t get absolutely comfortable in.

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SAME CONVINCING STORY… Anyone looking for a small mid-engined sports car with ‘do-anything’ ability, a premium badge and sporty looks, has been left with a simple choice and it’s called the Porsche Boxster. Despite the old one being far from passed it sell-by-date there’s a new one in town (codenamed the 981) and like with any new Porsche, it looks much the same as the old one. So what’s the difference? This a tricky question, but look closer and the new model looks hunkered down, wider, longer and somehow prettier than the old one. A new rear wing, wider air ducts and bigger wheels throw a touch more masculinity into the mix. Changes to the cabin follow much the same approach. It is undeniably a Boxster, but improved materials and a more imposing transmission tunnel bring with them a more grown up feel.

The GT comes equipped with Peugeot’s 2.2 HDi FAP diesel engine. It produces 200bhp, but more important is the engine’s 332Ib ft of torque, which is significantly more than Porsche will give you in the new 911S. It makes for effortless progress and suits the GT’s standard-fit 6-speed auto ‘box’s, which changes gear smoothly in normal mode and changes down for overtaking for overtaking. In sport mode gears are held on to longer and acceleration is more readily available; there’s also paddles behind the steering wheel if you fancy choosing the gears yourself. In raw performance terms the GT will top out at 138mph and 0-60mph in 8.4 seconds. Cruising is one of this car’s strengths though thanks to the refined cabin and lazy torque reserves, and it should be good for around 50mpg. If you don’t fancy the motorway then the 508 is surprisingly fun to spirit along. The GT model comes equipped with double-wishbone suspension, which should give added dynamism over lesser models. Certainly it corners positively with little body roll and plenty of grip. The steering’s not as feelsome as it could be, but it is positive and accurate.

The big talk, in motoring circles at least, is the electric power steering, which the purists say dampens the experience. To us it means better MPG figures and most will agree that’s a good thing. So despite giving 345bhp, 0-60mph in 5.1 seconds and a top speed of 173mph, the new Boxster can still muster over 30mpg at a cruise. The mid-engined two-seater layout means this will never be the most practical of cars, but then what sports car is? And what sports car is meant to be? Better to drop the hood and enjoy the wind in your hair, the abundant character of the flat-six engine note and the perfect balance of the little Porsche’s chassis. At over £45,000 we’re not going to argue it’s cheap, though next to the 911 (which starts at over £70,000) it’s a bargain. Forget getting thin, if ever there was a reason to stop eating this would be it.

So is the big family estate still a viable choice? In the form of the 508 GT SW the answer would have to be an emphatic yes. Compared to Jeeps and soft roaders, it is fast, frugal and refined. Yet it compete with the premium feel and engaging drive of small executive car,while giving far more in terms of engine and equipment for the price. That it is also the most handsome car in sector makes it all the more easy to part with the £30k, we would certainly be tempted. Words by Russell Campbell

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