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LEGACY GAMES

Olympic medallist Rebecca Adlington OBE gets behind sports day for Essex schoolchildren

LYMPIC Gold medalist Rebecca Adlington OBE will be guest of honour at a Legacy Games Day for Essex schoolchildren next Thursday. The 25-year-old swimmer will lead the mass warm-up and spend time with each group of children taking part in the sports activities at Hornchurch Sports Centre. The event will be the seventh in the Legacy Games Day series and

the first in the UK to feature the new Born To Move programme specially devised for children aged two to 16. Born To Move features skills such as dance, martial arts, plyometrics, core, yoga and sports training and is aimed at encouraging a life-long love of sports for young people. “Getting kids active is vitally important and my role on the day is to encourage the children to try something new and try their best,”

says Rebecca, who has supported two previous events. “Legacy Games Days are all about having fun through activity: if kids like it, they’ll keep with it and that’s how we can inspire the next generation to be active and healthy.” Schools in Hornchurch, Romford, Rainham and Upminster have been selected to take part in this year’s Legacy Games Day.

OUNG people in Essex will be offered training in trades such as plumbing and decorating thanks to £10,000 from The Swan Foundation charity. It will use the money to deliver a nine-week course for Year 11 students in Basildon, an area with higher than average unemployment. Pupils will be trained in electrics, plumbing, decorating and construction and get help towards a CSCS certification – an essential health and safety requirement for working on building sites. Pam Brown, principal of The Swan Foundation, said: “This new project will deliver expert training to young people, run by local employers working in building maintenance and construction trades. “We want to increase the confidence and employability of young people and help them to build a brighter future. We’ll also signpost young people to further training and employment opportunities that will be available as the construction of Beechwood Village, formerly Craylands Estate, gets under way.” The Swan Foundation was one of 63 projects across the East of England to share £500,000 via the Big Lottery Fund’s Awards For All programme.

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Made In Essex backs Phoenix 98 FM’s keep it local campaign

HAT Made In Essex is doing for local newspapers, Phoenix 98FM is doing for local radio. The Brentwood-based station was founded in 1996 with the aim to bring truly local radio to the town. Now we’re working together to bring the best of Brentwood and Essex to the people. We will be publishing Phoenix FM’s listings in each issue – and every Thursday Made In Essex editor Charlotte Civil will be broadcasting live to give you the tales behind our stories. Together we aim to reinvigorate the local community. Station founder Paul Golder says: “Local radio stations had stopped being truly local and were consolidating into larger radio groups with dozens of networked stations playing the same music and

Staff at Radio Phoenix, where snooker star Steve Davis has a rock show

with the same personalities. “The demand to find out what’s happening in your town never goes away, and pressure groups such as Phoenix FM sprang up – after a very long application process we took to the airwaves in 2007. Phoenix FM is a not-for-profit organisation with more than 40 volunteers producing original programming. “More than 3,000 people chatted on air last year. Local talent is a big part of our programming and we featured 219 live sessions, more than any other local radio station.” The

station broadcasts from the Brentwood Centre to Brentwood, Billericay and surrounding areas. Presenters include snooker champ Steve Davis, who has had a Monday night rock show since trial broadcasts in 1996. Tune in at 98.0 FM or listen online with the free Phoenix FM app from iTunes and Google Play. It is on all online radio services including TuneIn and Reach. n www.phoenix98fm.com has 6,000 pages of interviews, photos and archived shows.

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Factor in 17-year-old for the big time as she launches into talent show’s finals

E’RE right behind Lauren Platt – who celebrated her 17th birthday this week as she prepares to be one of X Factor’s 12 contestants in the live finals. Erin, from Billericay, managed to convince mentor Cheryl FernandezVersini that she was ready for the challenge. And this week, as she told her Twitter followers about the new car she got for her birthday, she said: “Feel like the luckiest girl in the world.” Lauren, whose parents are back together after splitting, thanks to Lauren’s X Factor experience,

added: “My family has been so supportive of me.” Lauren has been a hit throughout the show, getting four yes votes in her room audition and a standing ovation at the arena and is looking forward to getting a makeover before the live shows. “I’m excited,” she said. “I love change. I’ve been dyeing my hair every colour of the rainbow since I was about 10. I’d do whatever they wanted, within reason. Maybe not shaving my head. But I’m happy to experiment.” Lauren is looking forward to getting on stage for the nervejangling live performances each

weekend: “Getting out there and singing in front of 10million people – that sounds insane. “I’ll have nerves but if I didn’t, that would be really strange.”

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Christmas is coming, and so are the lights BRENTWOOD’S Christmas illuminations will be turned on at the Lighting Up Brentwood extravaganza on Saturday, November 29, when thousands are expected to turn up for the fun from midday until 6pm. There will be craft stalls and Christmas food and drink, and plans for Brentwood’s first German-style Christmas market fare still being discussed. Meanwhile, new Christmas lights on Shenfield’s Hutton Road will be switched on the following day.

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Keep Safe campaign A FREE Keep Safe scheme that runs throughout Essex for vulnerable members of the community is being extended by Brentwood Borough Council to the elderly, people with learning difficulties and those suffering mental ill health. Venues offering free use of a telephone to make emergency calls – for example if somebody has lost their keys, telephone or wallet, or are distressed in any way – will display Keep Safe stickers.

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Market grows into a new day B RENTWOOD’S new Friday Farmers’ Market launched to crowds of shoppers last week. The new High Street stalls come in response to the success of Saturday’s weekly combined market and farmers’ market. The Friday market has a slightly different focus to the

regular one, with an eclectic collection of stalls selling local food, drinks and produce complementing the more traditional traders of a Saturday. Stalls include fish from the Essex coast, meats from nearby farms and gourmet bread. Hot food on offer includes Mexican and Indian specialities as well as pastries and burgers. The market will also expand for special Christmas events on various dates throughout December. The organiser, Essex Farmers’

Markets, is also behind regular markets in Southend, Chingford, Wanstead, Highams Park and Gants Hill. The markets aim to revive old craft traditions and small-scale production where commitment and direct accountability contribute to the quality of the produce. There will also be live music and family entertainment for special events at the site immediately behind St. Thomas Beckett Church Ruins.

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LOOSE Women TV star Denise Welch is taking part in a spooky 30km adventure trek through Epping Forest. The presenter and actress has signed up for FrightHike, on November 1, a charity challenge in its second year, led by Global Adventure Challenges. Fright Hike, which passes Hangman’s Hill, where witches were reputedly hanged, is open to over-18s and costs £35 to take part with a minimum sponsorship of £140 for charity. See www.fright-hike.com.

Taste of Spain is in a league of its own F OR THOSE who holiday in Marbella, La Sala is the stylish evening hotspot on everyone’s list. Now Essex has its own taste of Marbs with a La Sala restaurant opening on October 15 in Woodford Green – the first of the La Sala brand to hit the UK. And with the backing of football stars including Arsenal’s Alex OxladeChamberlain, ex-Spurs midfielder David Bentley and Liverpool’s Raheem

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University is nurturing the next generation of computer game developers with the Eastern Enterprise Hub. The programme starts on October 29, at the university’s Parkside Office Village and is open to anybody living in Essex.

n GARDEN. Little Haven Hospice, in Thundersley, near Benfleet, has a new garden for terminally ill children to enjoy with their families. It was created by the charity Greenfingers, which provides outdoor spaces for children’s hospices throughout the UK.

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App fortifies tower trail A PHONE app and fun trail has been launched linking all the Martello Towers along the Tendring coastline. It is the finale to the five-year EU-funded Walls & Gardens Project, with 22 partners from Belgium, France, the Netherlands and the UK working together to preserve fortified towns and sites and their surrounding landscapes. Highlights from the Walls & Gardens Project include a touring exhibition about Tendring during the Napoleonic wars, public artwork, improved access to Jaywick Martello Tower and ecology work. The fun trail includes activities and games. Leaflets illustrating the route can be picked up from Essex libraries, tourist information centres and Jaywick Martello Tower.

Canvey gets flood cash from council

SSEX County Council is to spend more than half a million pounds to help Canvey Island recover from this summer’s flooding, and to prevent it happening again. There will be £470,000 to enable gullies to be cleaned more regularly so that rainwater can flow away

freely, plus £120,000 in council taxrelated support. Council leader David Finch said: “This is a sign of our commitment to alleviating the trauma and inconvenience of flooding.” Much of the money will fund a pilot project that may be extended to

other areas. Earlier, ECC allocated £75,000 from a £1million emergency fund to help four Canvey hotspots: Canvey seafront, Lotten Road, North Avenue and the town centre. Essex Highways is spending £1.4million on Canvey Island, including flood alleviation.

Pupils compete to eat more vegetables A UNIVERSITY of Essex study has shown that when it comes to getting children to eat fruit and vegetables, turning it into a competition could be the answer, although girls are more likely to respond than boys. The study, also involving universities of Bath and Edinburgh, involved more than 600 pupils aged six to seven and nine to 10 in 31 schools. Pupils were given a sticker for choosing fruit and

vegetables, with the one who had the most stickers at the end of the week getting an extra reward. Researchers found that although results differed by age, gender and background, overall incentives increased their consumption of the foods. Dr Patrick Nolen, of Essex University, said: “Interestingly, unlike other work on competition, we find girls respond more favourably to the incentive.”

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TURNER PRIZE

Our coast is toast of the art world A FILM of the Essex coastline is in the running for this year’s Turner Prize Exhibition. Southend artist Tris Vonna-Michell’s film Finding Chopin: Dans l’Essex (2014), features the Essex salt marshes and is inspired by the French sound poet Henri Chopin who once lived where Vonna-Michell, 31, grew up. The artist’s other work, Postcript II (Berlin) 2014, is a slide installation based on a story about his mother’s childhood in post-war Germany. His work is on the shortlist for the Turner Prize, along with three other artists, and the winner will be announced on December 1. The film is being shown as part of the Turner Prize 2014 exhibition which runs at London’s Tate Britain until January 4.

LMOST 2,000 people watched a team of celebrities as a charity football match raised more than £16,000. The game, organised by Balgores Property Group, featured EastEnders’ Terry Alderton, Towie’s Darrell Privett and Jamie Reed, Big Brother’s Winston Showan and footballers including ex-West Ham midfielder Kenny Brown and current manager of Dagenham and Redbridge, Wayne Burnett. The match, at AFC Hornchurch, raised £16,652 for Haven House Children’s Hospice which supports children with life-limiting illnesses. Staff from Balgores offices, including Brentwood, Chelmsford and Hornchurch, took on the Allstars in the thrilling 1-1 game. An auction featured a signed boxing glove donated by London 2012 gold medallist Anthony Joshua, and signed shirts from West Ham, Tottenham and Arsenal. To donate, visit www.Balgoresproperty.co.uk and click on the Just Giving link.

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New album for Olly Murs AS ESSEX’S Lauren Platt heads for the X Factor live finals, one of the biggest stars to come out of the show, singer Olly Murs, has announced a new album. Olly, 30, seen here at the England vs Rest Of The World charity match at Wembley, will release Never Been Better, his fourth album, on November 24, in regular album format and 17-track special edition. The Witham star rose to fame despite finishing runner-up in the 2009 series of X Factor.

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Sold on the high street’s future Forget the internet, says Nick Dalton, estate agents believe traditional methods are the way forward

Nigel, Beverley and new office

N THE modern world of the internet, the high street rules for house sales. “There was a time when estate agency was all about going online – but people don’t want to do everything on the computer,” says Nigel Coyne, managing director of Keith Ashton, one of Brentwood’s leading agents. As such he’s just done what so many people do to their properties – given it a makeover. The main office – one of two in town along with another in Kelvedon Hatch – has a contemporary new look. “We wanted to make a more comfortable environment,” says Nigel, who runs the business with wife Beverley. “It’s about being able to pop in for a chat.” Walls are exposed brick, floors are wood and

there are comfy chairs. He should know what works. Barely out of his teens he was the country’s youngest member of the National Association of Estate Agents. Nigel has been in the business 30 years, most fronting Keith Ashton, and says a good shop window – his has iPad-like displays – is vital. It’s a sense of neighbourhood echoed elsewhere. “Banks are back in the high street,” he says. “And local newspapers are back in the community. That’s important.” Nigel is also certain that the new generation of local publications – such as Made in Essex – are the way to sell. “Often people don’t have any intention of moving until they see a newspaper,” he says. It’s for the community feel of

Brentwood and what it offers, that Nigel concentrated on the area. “There was talk of a property crash but we never really experienced that,” he says. “We’ve got Crossrail. Lettings are strong. There’s nice countryside, a nice high street – along with Shenfield – good trains and the M25. Brentwood has good restaurants and shops, so it is an exciting time. “People like to be part of the community, that’s why our coffee shops are so successful. As the longest-standing property agency owner in this area, I’ve seen Brentwood change over 30 years. Everything we used to have is coming back...”

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Combine your weekend in the great outdoors with a well-earned pitstop or overnight stay at a cosy pub, says CHARLOTTE CIVIL

TRACK Flatford Mill, at Dedham Vale, is near The Sun Inn

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Gestingthorpe - 01787 461196 www.thepheasant.net Situated on the Essex/Suffolk border The Pheasant oozes countryhouse ambience with its chunky oak tables and woodburning fires. The one-acre kitchen garden produces much of the fresh fruit and vegetables that feature on the menu and the addition of a smokehouse provides tasty smoked fish dishes. It’s no surprise it has been recognised in popular foodie guides including The Good Food Guide and received past accolades such as Good Food Pub of the Year and Chef of the Year. For an acquired taste don’t leave without trying a

pint of Pleasant Pheasant Bitter. For those wanting to extend a flying visit there are five wonderful en-suite bedrooms in the Coach House, located within the grounds, each boasting fabulous views of the surrounding countryside. On the doorstep: Visit historic Castle Hedingham or get some retail therapy at Freeport Braintree Outlet Village where you can shop till you drop with designer gear from Ralph Lauren to Gucci.

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This pub provides the perfect village setting with its location in the heart of tranquil Rickling Green, near Saffron Walden. Sit back, relax and order the Sunday roast – a must. The

seasonal fish and steaks, too, are excellent. Wine, champagne by the glass and fine ales will also hit the spot. The Cricketers Arms also offers overnight accommodation. It has 10 rooms each individually styled. Opt for chic and contemporary with colourful prints and rich furnishings or elegant and vintage decked out with French Rococo antique-style furniture and soft muted colours. On the doorstep: The medieval market town of Saffron Walden is great for browsing quirky independent boutiques many situated in distinctive half timbered buildings. One of England’s grandest country homes is nearby Audley End, regarded as one of the finest Jacobean houses. Its gardens are a great place to stroll the floral displays and walled garden.

For a real hidden gem – the Greyhound tops the bill. This country pub and restaurant is not far from Brentwood, nestled in a tranquil “off the beaten track” location. It is a great find, especially for that family gathering as it has a fantastic beer garden with huge terrace, shady parasols and acres of outdoor space. Savour a pint of golden cask ale and the very best seasonal pub food. On the doorstep: A post-lunch walk on Little Warley Common is great to walk off all that yummy food.

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to incorporate colour into a look is to wear it as an accent rather than head-to-toe. An example of this is to make an impression by selecting one or two pieces like a cardigan or a hat, this will prevent you looking like a children’s entertainer. Natural fabrics and textures also play a big part this season, and British heritage wool mills are experiencing a renaissance with tartan and check yarns being more popular than ever. Harris Tweed in particular is having its turn in the spotlight, collaborating with big brands like M&S and Joules. Tweed is being incorporated into accessories too, such as laptop bags, ipad cases and wallets. The stand-out piece this autumn is undoubtedly the motorbike jacket and Barbour have done a great piece that is reminiscent of one once worn by style icon and movie star, Steve McQueen. Whether you are heading out in town or country, here are some key pieces to stand you in good stead. Follow my menswear blog at www. Marksmanstyle.com and twitter follow @marksmanstyle

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1. This new take on the traditional Duffle coat is perfect for winter. Admirality Duffle coat, £180 French Connection www.frenchconnection. com 2. Charging your tablet or phone on the go is so easy with the IT bag in brown Croc leather, £595 Aspinal of London www.aspinaloflondon.com 3. These Mad Men style whisky tumblers are as stylish as glassware gets. Diamond Whisky tumblers 350ml, £19.99 (set of 2). Drink Stuff www.drinkstuff.com 4. Chinos come in all shades of autumn this season, these tapered leg ones look great with a pair of classic brogues. Moss green chino, £25 Burton www.burton.co.uk 5.This classic check design by Vivienne Westwood is another way to add some colour into your life. Tartan print bifold wallet, from £100 House Of Fraser www.houseoffraser.co.uk 6. Everyone should own a Red check shirt, it can be easily styled smart with a suit or cool casual. £20 www.asos.com

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INCE joining The Only Way Is Essex last summer, Ferne McCann has become one of the show’s most popular characters. And now the glam reality TV star has teamed up with Asda’s Tickled Pink campaign to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month. ‘‘I’ve loved being involved in Tickled Pink this year,’’ says Ferne, 24. ‘‘The shoot was such fun and it’s all for a

DOMINIQUE AYLING great cause. I really hope this campaign encourages people to get their hands on all the pink merchandise available and help to raise money for Breast Cancer Campaign and Breast Cancer Care. “Asda’s Tickled Pink is such a great charity and it’s also one that’s close to my heart – sadly my dad’s late wife

passed away due to cancer,’’ she added. As well as her charity work, gorgeous Ferne has modelled for Caprice lingerie and created her own fashion range for www.lasula.co.uk – but she’s still loving being on Towie, which is now back on screen, in its new home on ITVBe. “I love it! There’s never a dull moment, that’s for sure,’’ says Ferne, who is dating costar Charlie Sims. ‘‘It’s a lot of fun – at the end of the day I get

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“All year round I’d say drink water. People think it’s just the summer that you need to keep your skin hydrated but being in doors with the heating on can dry out your skin.’’

STAYING IN SHAPE…

‘‘I exercise at least three times a week, maximum five, with a personal trainer – cardio and weights. I also go for 20 minute runs with my mum and I do squats every day. I sometimes train with Sam Faiers and friend Sarah in the evenings, but we just muck about!’’

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‘‘I always feel better when I have a tan and a big bouncy blow dry – there’s nothing better than someone doing your hair for you. I’ve always been quite body confident, so my advice is just work with what you’ve got. Everyone has their flaws but you have to think: Right, this is what I’ve been given and I’m just going to work with it. Dressing to suit your figure can really help.’’ Ferne McCann is supporting Asda’s Tickled Pink campaign to raise money for Breast Cancer Campaign and Breast Cancer Care. See www.tickled-pink.org.uk for more information.

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‘The jive is all-action, fast with quick flicks and kicks’

Craig Revel Horwood: Me and my big mouth STRICTLY Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood has already dismissed several of this year’s competitors, accusing Judy Murray of “having two left feet” and comparing Celebrity Masterchef’s Gregg Wallace to a “wind-up toy”. But he’s equally as disparaging about his fellow judges, reserving his sharpest comments for Bruno Tonioli: “Bruno is short which is why he always stands up at the desk. And he wears platforms,” he revealed, tongue firmly in cheek, on a P&O Cruises Strictly Come Dancing cruise this summer. Of Len he said: “I have a lovehate relationship with him because he is very traditional and I like unusual music. He is a very high marker and I am not. There are many numbers between one and 10 and you can use all of them.” He added: “Len doesn’t consider the Argentinian Tango as a real dance.” Craig had nothing bad to say about Darcey Bussell, except: “Actually, she eats for England. People would be quite surprised how much food goes on her plate.” And as for former judge Arlene Phillips, he is very fond of her but drops the bombshell: “She was a mediocre choreographer.” Deborah Stone

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ITH Strictly Come Dancing back in full swing, we’re all backing former Towie star Mark Wright to waltz right into the final. But you don’t have to let the celebrities have all the fun – why not put on some dancing shoes yourself? If you want to get ready to rumba, Strictly judge Len Goodman’s

Dance Centre is in Dartford, but there are plenty of Essex dance schools too. Here is a guide to some of the dances styles you’ll see on the TV show, with a suggestion for local dance classes.

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Disapproved of by the older generation since it arrived on America’s dance floors in the late 1920s, jive was brought to Britain by American troops during the Second World War and it never left. An all-action, fast dance with kicks and flicks, you can learn it with JiveSwing.Com (07946 396777) at the Essex Arms in Warley Hill,

Brentwood, each Wednesday. There are also classes at Southend’s Kursaal and in Chelmsford.

TAP ROOTS

All right, so tap dancing is not part of the Strictly format and now that Bruce Forsyth has semi-retired the opportunities for shoe shuffling will be few. Believe it or not, tap dancing’s origins are in Irish step dancing and Lancashire clog dancing with a little bit of African magic and a jazz beat. But tap remains a favourite among dance fans and a great way for people of all ages to keep fit – or get fit. There are adult classes at Ingatestone’s Pirouette

School of Dance (01277 221047/ pirouette-school-of-dance.co.uk) for beginners through to advanced, with no upper age limit. The Saturday afternoon classes are even pay as you dance. Set your inner Ginger Rogers or Fred Astaire free.

LATIN LOVERS

Cha cha, salsa, rumba, paso doble – these are just a few of the exciting dances South America has given the world. While the rumba is a smoldering romantic routine the cha cha (or “chah, chah, chah” as panto villain Strictly judge Craig Revel Horwood would have it) is bright and lively and the paso doble – or

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Mark Wright and Karen Hauer and Pixie Lott with Trent Whiddon

Pixie opens new dance school

two step – is a Flamenco-influenced dance where the man represents a bullfighter and the woman the red cape. You can learn the lot at Dance Chelmsford (01245 602395/ www.dancechelmsford.co.uk), and you don’t even need a partner for the Latin line dance classes. Alternatively, try its Strictly New Beginners classes and learn the foxtrot and tango too. Classes are available at various locations.

BALLROOM BLITZ

The waltz is a ballroom dance with just three steps – so it’s good for beginners. It is regarded as elegant now, but back in the 1600s it was

rather racy. Based on French folk dances, Louis XIII banned it from court as immoral. Now adults can learn ballroom and Latin American at the Anderson Dance Group (01277 633509/andersondancegroup. co.uk) in Hannakins Farm Community Centre, Billericay.

ARGIE BARGIE

The Argentine Tango is renowned for its risqué movements, with the couple closely entwined up top while engaging in frantic footwork down below. Although it originated in Buenos Aires at the end of the 19th century, it has been popular in Europe since the early 1900s when

wealthy Argentineans took it to Paris. It’s a passionate, powerful dance and now you can learn it in lovely Leigh-on-Sea. There are Thursday evening classes at the Davies Dance Centre (01702 715361/ www.daviesdance.pwp. blueyonder.co.uk) which are run in six week courses. The Dance Centre also runs ballroom and Latin adult classes on various evenings. n StrictlyCome Dancing is on BBC1, on Saturday, at 6.20pm

HE Open Day for Strictly Star Pixie Lott’s new Italia Conti Dance School in Chelmsford takes place on Sunday, October 12. It starts at 10am and is open to all ages from three years and up. Starting at 11am, the Open Day will offer an introduction to ballet, tap and modern, jazz, acting, hip hop/street dance, musical theatre, singing, songwriting and recording. The subsequent Saturday classes will start at 11am at Chelmsford’s Boswells School. Meanwhile the Brentwood girl is hard at work rehearsing as well as waltzing away with top scores on last weekend’s Strictly, leaving her and partner Trent Whiddon overall second on the scoreboard. During last Saturday show, Pixie and Trent waltzed to Norah Jones’s Come Away With Me, with judge Bruno saying: “Week Two, that is pure artistry”. Even Craig admitted they “make a fantastic partnership”. Wearing a roped silver bralet – an exotic bra-top – with a peach-and-white floaty layered skirt, Pixie and Trent earned an impressive 35 out of a possible 40, tying her at the top with EastEnders star Jake Wood and his partner Janette Manrana. n For more information about Pixie Lott’s Italia Conti School, visit www.pixielottitaliaconti. co.uk, call 07961 067275 or email admin@pixielottitaliaconti.co.uk

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Deborah Stone guides you through some of the best events that will appeal to all your senses

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THERE’S no better place to get a taste of Essex than at a local farmers market. Brentwood launched its new Friday farmers market this month in the High Street, to complement the existing Saturday farmers and retail market, but there are plenty of other opportunities to buy local produce in Essex. Why not try Barleylands farmers market at Barleylands Farm Park and Craft Village near Billericay on Saturday? The farmers market takes place every second and last Saturday of each month, and is free to visit including parking. It runs from 8.30am to 12.30pm and offers local pork, beef and wild boar plus smoked and fresh fish. There are also paid-for attractions including the farm plus indoor and outdoor adventure play areas. Free, 01268 290218; www.barleylands.co.uk

SEE

BRENTWOOD Theatre features a play based on one of the most extraordinary events of the Second World War this weekend: The Diary of Anne Frank – the story of the young Jewish girl and her family hiding from Nazis in occupied Amsterdam in 1942. The play, presented by The New Venture Players, reveals the tensions and conflicts between the family and four others who were also being hidden by Mr Frank’s former

poets Frank Dullighan, Rikki Livermore and Rosie Sandler. The evening features Tim Cunningham, Caroline Gilfillan and Blake Morrison. Tickets: afternoon session, 1pm, £5; evening session, 7pm, £8.50. 01245 606505; www. chelmsford.gov.uk

employees. The Diary of Anne Frank is on October 9-11, starting at 8pm. Tickets: £12 (concessions £9.50) 01277 200305; www.brentwood-theatre. co.uk

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THE Essex Poetry Festival takes place at Chelmsford’s Cramphorn Theatre this weekend, with a Big Day of Poetry on Saturday. There are afternoon and evening sessions, starting with an Open Mic in the afternoon and readings from Essex

ALWAYS wanted to tell the difference between a field mushroom and a bloodred webcap? Join the Fungi Walk at Brentwood’s Weald Country Park on Saturday and you will at least discover the local specialities lurking in the undergrowth. There’s a similar event at High Woods Country Park near Colchester on Sunday. The Brentwood walk with expert Mary Smith is aimed at identifying local mushrooms and toadstools and children over 12 accompanied by an adult are welcome – although dogs are not.

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On Both events need to be booked, and take place from 2-4pm in Brentwood and 10am-12pm in Colchester. Tickets: £4 (both events) 01277 261 343; www.brentwood.gov.uk 01206 853588; www.colchester.gov.uk

VISIT

SOUTHEND has great shopping, excellent live music venues and a good selection of restaurants for all budgets. But even in autumn the seafront is its biggest draw and its traditional entertainment continues to please all ages. As well as being home to the world’s longest pleasure pier, every Saturday night this month there are free fireworks on the seafront starting at 7.30pm and they continue until mid-November. The last fireworks night, on November 15, starts at 5.30pm. www.visitsouthend.co.uk

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Rainham Marshes nature reserve

TREAD THE BOARDS

HIS ancient medieval grazing marsh bordering the Thames on the London-Essex border was a military firing range for about 100 years until 1996 . The RSPB has been restoring the Thames corridor’s vital green lung to its former glory since 2000. It now has the biggest flocks of wintering dabbling duck, godwits and curlew in the London area

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and, with its boardwalks, is one of the easiest places to see some of our rare birds. There is a shop, café, wildlife garden and adventure play area. A full events programme offers something for everyone, with access for wheelchairs and pushchairs. There’s something different to see all year round. In autumn keep an eye out for everything from waders (ringed plovers,

oystercatchers, golden plovers, and redshanks) to birds of prey (peregrine, barn owl, kestrel and sparrowhawk), plus other birds such as water and

rock pipits, little egrets, kingfisher, and other wildlife like red foxes, stoats and weasels. There are birdwatching walks every Wednesday

BY TRAIN: The neares station is Purfleet. BY BUS: Ensignbus 44 stops near the reserve entrance at New Tank Hill Road (01708 865656). BY CAR: The reserve is off New Tank Hill Road (A1090) in Purfleet

and Friday, plus Sunday lunchtime wildlife walks. Wild About Art (Oct 11 to 18) is a creative session run by a professional tutor. rspb.org.uk/rainhammarshes

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weekend TV

Friday’s TV FRIDAY BBC1

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Channel 5

6.00 Breakfast (T) 9.15 Rip Off Britain (T) 10.00 Homes Under the Hammer (T)(R) 11.00 Saints and Scroungers (T) 11.45 Break-in Britain – The Crackdown (T) 12.15 Bargain Hunt (T) 1.00 BBC News; Weather (T) 1.30 BBC Regional News and Weather (T) 1.45 Doctors (T) 2.15 Perfection General knowledge quiz, hosted by Nick Knowles. (T) 3.00 Escape to the Country (T)(R) 3.45 Home Away from Home (T) 4.30 Antiques Road Trip (T) 5.15 Pointless (T)(R) 6.00 BBC News; Weather (T) 6.30 BBC Regional News Programmes; Weather (T)

6.00 This Is BBC Two (T) 6.10 Saints and Scroungers (T)(R) 6.55 Live Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix First Practice (T) 8.35 Sign Zone: The £100K House: Tricks of the Trade (T) (R) 9.35 Sign Zone: Sweets Made Simple (T)(R) 10.35 The Travel Show (T) 11.00 BBC News (T) 11.30 BBC World News (T) 12.00 Daily Politics (T) 1.00 The A to Z of TV Cooking (T)(R) 1.20 Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix Second Practice (T) 3.00 Gymnastics: World Artistic Championships (T) 5.15 Flog It! (T) (R) 6.00 Eggheads (T) 6.30 Strictly Come Dancing – It Takes Two (T)

6.00 Good Morning Britain (T) 8.30 Lorraine (T) 9.25 The Jeremy Kyle Show (T) 10.30 This Morning (T) 12.30 Loose Women (T) 1.30 ITV News (T) 1.55 ITV Regional News; Weather (T) 2.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal From Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. (T) 3.00 The Alan Titchmarsh Show Featuring Angela Griffin and the John Wilson Orchestra. (T) 3.59 ITV Regional Weather (T) 4.00 Who’s Doing the Dishes? With Sinitta. Last in the series. (T) 5.00 The Chase Quiz show, hosted by Bradley Walsh. (T) 6.00 ITV Regional News; Weather (T) 6.30 ITV News (T)

6.20 The King of Queens (T)(R) 7.10 3rd Rock from the Sun (T)(R) 8.00 Everybody Loves Raymond (T) (R) 9.00 Frasier (T)(R) 10.30 Undercover Boss Canada (T)(R) 11.30 Four in a Bed (T)(R) 12.00 Channel 4 News (T) 12.05 Four in a Bed (T)(R) 2.10 A Place in the Sun: Summer Sun A couple seek a property on the Spanish Costa Blanca. (T) 3.10 Countdown With guest Tony Jacklin. (T) 4.00 Deal or No Deal Beatthe-banker game show. (T) 5.00 Four in a Bed (T) 5.30 Come Dine with Me (T) 6.00 The Simpsons (T)(R) 6.30 Hollyoaks (T)

6.00 Milkshake! 9.15 The Wright Stuff Panel discussion. 11.10 Cowboy Builders (T)(R) 12.10 5 News Lunchtime (T) 12.15 Storage: Flog the Lot! (T)(R) 1.15 Home and Away (T) 1.45 Neighbours (T) 2.15 NCIS A spy satellite technician witnesses a murder. (T)(R) 3.20 FILM Avenging Angel (2007) (PG) Western, starring Kevin Sorbo. (T) 5.00 5 News at 5 (T) 5.30 Neighbours The Willises learn Chris has woken up from his coma. (T) (R) 6.00 Home and Away Marilyn puts pressure on John to tell Jett about Shandi. (T)(R) 6.30 5 News Tonight (T)

7.00 The One Show (T) 7.30 A Question of Sport With Simon Jones, Joanna Rowsell, Kevin Davies and Luther Burrell; (T)(R) BBC News; Regional News (T)

7.00 The Great British Bake Off Masterclass Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry tackle challenges set during the bread and desserts weeks. (T)

7.00 Emmerdale Charity’s lies are exposed and she is cast out by her family. (T) 7.30 Coronation Street Rob is railroaded into agreeing to attend Peter’s trial. (T)

7.00 Channel 4 News (T) 7.30 Unreported World The plight of disabled refugees fleeing the war in Syria. (T)

7.00 World War II in Colour This edition focuses on Japan’s early involvement in the war; (T) 5 News Update (T)

8.00 EastEnders Lauren and Peter have a big announcement. (T) 8.30 Would I Lie to You? With Rhod Gilbert, Kelly Hoppen, Carol Vorderman and Hal Cruttenden. (T)

8.00 Mastermind Specialist subjects include Leonard Cohen and Anton Bruckner. (T) 8.30 Lorraine Pascale: How to Be a Better Cook (T)

8.00 Gino’s Italian Escape: A Taste of the Sun (T) 8.30 Coronation Street Peter calls Carla to tell her that he still loves her. (T)

8.00 Stars at Your Service Model and businesswoman Katie Price, singer-songwriter Jamelia and Hollyoaks actor Ashley Taylor Dawson step up and do their bit for charity. (T)

8.00 Paul Merton: World’s Biggest Cruise Ship The comedian goes on a luxury Caribbean cruise; (T)(R) 5 News at 9 (T)

9.00 Have I Got News for You Sue Perkins hosts. (T) 9.30 Big School Mr Gunn is persuaded to take in the homeless Mr Barber. Last in the series. (T)

9.00 Tom Kerridge’s Best Ever Dishes (T) 9.30 Gardeners’ World Carol Klein helps first-time gardeners Dan and Dominique plant a range of fruit. (T)

9.00 Lewis New series. Part one of two. The detective comes out of retirement to help the now Inspector Hathaway and new partner DS Maddox (Angela Griffin). (T)

9.00 Gogglebox Capturing the households’ instant reactions to what they are watching on TV from the comfort of their own sofas. Narrated by Caroline Aherne. (T)

9.00 JFK’s Secret Killer: The Evidence Documentary examining the events during and directly after the assassination of US president John F Kennedy. (T)(R)

10.00 BBC News (T) 10.25 BBC Regional News; (T) National Lottery Update (T) 10.35 The Graham Norton Show With John Cleese, Taylor Swift and Kevin Pietersen. (T)

10.00 QI With Jason Manford, Aisling Bea and Johnny Vegas. (T) 10.30 Newsnight (T)

10.00 ITV News and Weather (T) 10.30 ITV Regional News; Weather (T) 10.40 The Job Lot Trish and Natalie stage a youth employment initiative. (T)

10.00 Alan Carr: Chatty Man The host is joined by actor Hugh Grant, TV presenters Davina McCall and Christian Jessen and comedian Noel Fielding. (T)

10.00 Body of Proof A mobster’s son is shot dead. (T) 10.55 NCIS: Los Angeles Sam and Callen investigate when five men wearing US marine uniforms are found dead. (T)

11.25 The Secrets Drama, starring Alison Steadman and Olivia Colman. (T)(R) 11.55 EastEnders Omnibus. (T)

11.00 Weather (T) 11.05 Never Mind the Buzzcocks (T)(R) 11.35 Later – with Jools Holland Extended edition. (T)

11.10 FILM Nutty Professor II: The Klumps (2000) (12) Comedy sequel, with Eddie Murphy and Janet Jackson. (T)

11.10 Scrotal Recall Dylan hosts a disastrous dinner party. (T)(R) 11.40 FILM 48 Hrs (1982) (15) Comedy thriller, starring Nick Nolte and Eddie Murphy. (T)

11.55 Access Showbiz news and gossip. (R)

12.40 FILM French Film (2008) (15) (T) 2.05 Sign Zone: Question Time (T) (R) 3.05 This Is BBC Two (T) 5.35 Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix First Practice (T)(R)

1.00 Jackpot247 3.00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA (T)(R) 3.45 ITV Nightscreen

1.20 Boss (T) 2.20 The Inbetweeners USA (T) 2.45 Very Important People (T)(R) 3.10 Phil Spencer: Secret Agent (T)(R) 4.00 Win It Cook It (T)(R) 4.25 Kirstie’s Handmade Treasures (T)(R) 4.45 Deal or No Deal (T)(R)

12.00 SuperCasino 3.10 Kids Who Kill (T)(R) 4.00 Wildlife SOS (T)(R) 4.20 Divine Designs (T)(R) 4.45 House Doctor (T)(R) 5.10 House Doctor (T)(R) 5.35 House Doctor (T)(R)

DAYTIME DAYTIME

Have I Got News for You, 9pm

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(T) 1.55 BBC News (T)

ITV2 SKY: 118 FV: 6 6.00 Ben and Kate 6.25 Up All Night 6.45 Emmerdale 7.15 You’ve Been Framed! 8.15 The Cube 9.15 Winners & Losers 10.15 Ben and Kate 10.45 Up All Night 11.10 Royal Pains 12.15 Emmerdale 12.45 You’ve Been Framed! 1.50 The Jeremy Kyle Show 5.05 You’ve Been Framed! 6.00 Royal Pains 7.00 You’ve Been Framed and Famous! 8.00 Two and a Half Men 9.00 FILM: Fast & Furious (2009) (12) 11.15 Release the Hounds 12.15 Dapper Laughs: On the Pull 12.40 Two and a Half Men 2.20 Teleshopping 5.50 ITV2 Nightscreen ITV3 SKY: 119 FV: 10 6.00 The Upper Hand 6.25 Heartbeat 7.20 Wild at Heart 8.20 The Return of Sherlock Holmes 9.35 Judge Judy 10.55 Inspector Morse 1.05 Heartbeat 2.05 Wild at Heart 3.05 The Casebook of Sherlock Holmes 4.15 Second Thoughts 4.50 Never the Twain 5.20 On the Buses 5.55 Heartbeat 7.00 Judge Judy 7.55 Wycliffe 9.00 Love Your Garden 10.00 Prime Suspect 12.15 William and Mary 1.15

Coronation Street, 7.30pm

Tom Kerridge’s Best Ever Dishes, 9pm

AFTER 1.50 Weather for the Week Ahead

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Wycliffe 2.10 Judge Judy 2.35 World Kitchen 3.20 ITV3 Nightscreen 3.40 Emmerdale BBC3 SKY: 115 FV: 7 7.00 Hotel of Mum and Dad 8.00 Don’t Drop the Baby 9.00 England’s Worst Ever Football Team 10.00 Some Girls 10.30 EastEnders 11.00 Rude Boys 11.20 Family Guy 12.45 England’s Worst Ever Football Team 1.40 Bad Education 2.10 The Revolution Will Be Televised 2.40 Some Girls 3.10 Rude Boys 3.30 Bad Education 4.00 Close BBC4 SKY: 116 FV: 9 7.00 World News Today; Weather 7.30 BBC Proms Chamber Music 8.00 Sound of Cinema: The Music That Made the Movies 9.00 Imagine – Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin’ 10.30 Jimi Hendrix: The Road to Woodstock 11.30 Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC 12.30 Imagine – Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin’ 2.00 Jimi Hendrix: The Road to Woodstock 3.00 Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC 4.00 Close E4 SKY: 136 FV: 28 6.00 Happy Endings 6.25 90210 7.10 Desperate

Housewives 8.00 Suburgatory 8.30 Happy Endings 9.00 Rules of Engagement 9.30 Melissa & Joey 10.00 Charmed 11.00 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 12.00 Hollyoaks 12.35 Rules of Engagement 1.00 How I Met Your Mother 2.00 The Big Bang Theory 3.00 Melissa & Joey 3.30 Rules of Engagement 4.00 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 5.00 How I Met Your Mother 6.00 The Big Bang Theory 7.00 Hollyoaks 7.30 Suburgatory 8.00 How I Met Your Mother 9.00 FILM: Priest (2011) (12) 10.50 The Big Bang Theory 11.50 Tattoos After Dark 12.50 Drifters 1.25 PhoneShop 1.55 Bob’s Burgers 2.20 The Cleveland Show 2.45 Franklin & Bash 3.25 Desperate Housewives 4.10 Charmed MORE4 SKY: 138 FV: 14 8.55 Relocation, Relocation 10.00 FILM: The Searchers (1956) (U) 12.20 A Place in the Sun 12.55 Time Team 2.00 Come Dine with Me 4.40 A Place in the Sun: Home or USA? 5.45 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away 6.50 The Restoration Man 7.55 Grand Designs 9.00 FILM: Robin Hood (2010) (12) Medieval adventure, starring Russell

Body of Proof, 10pm

Alan Carr: Chatty Man, 10pm

Crowe. 11.45 24 Hours in A&E 12.45 Come Dine with Me 1.50 Grand Designs 2.55 24 Hours in A&E 4.00 Close FILM4 SKY: 315 FV: 15 11.00 Passport to Pimlico (1949) (U) 12.40 The Last Sunset (1961) (PG) 2.55 On the Fiddle (1961) (PG) 4.50 The Rare Breed (1966) (U) 6.45 St Trinian’s 2: The Legend of Fritton’s Gold (2009) (PG) 9.00 The Mechanic (2011) (15) 10.50 End of Days (1999) (18) 1.10 El Topo (1970) (18) 3.45 Close DAVE SKY: 111 FV: 12 7.10 The Gadget Show 8.00 Three Men in a Boat 9.00 Storage Hunters 10.00 Trawlermen 11.00 Top Gear 1.00 Storage Hunters 2.00 Trawlermen 3.00 Top Gear 5.00 Storage Hunters 6.00 Top Gear 7.00 Lizard Lick Towing 8.00 Top Gear 9.00 Storage Hunters 10.00 Would I Lie to You? 10.40 Game of Arms 11.35 Never Mind the Buzzcocks 12.55 Dara O Briain: School of Hard Sums 2.25 Would I Lie to You? 3.00 Never Mind the Buzzcocks 4.00 Close

SKY1 SKY: 106

6.00 The Real A&E 7.00 Harrow: A Very British School 8.00 Futurama 9.00 NCIS: Los Angeles 11.00 Hawaii Five-0 1.00 NCIS: Los Angeles 3.00 Airline 3.30 Emergency with Angela Griffin 4.30 Harrow: A Very British School 5.30 Futurama 6.30 The Simpsons 8.00 The Last Ship 9.00 A League of Their Own 10.00 An Idiot Abroad 3 11.00 The Simpsons 12.00 Hawaii Five-0 2.00 NCIS: Los Angeles 4.00 Stargate Atlantis 5.00 Airline USA SKY ATLANTIC SKY: 108 6.00 Stargate Atlantis 7.00 thirtysomething 8.00 Star Trek: Enterprise 9.00 Without a Trace 10.00 Blue Bloods 11.00 House 1.00 Stargate Atlantis 2.00 Without a Trace 3.00 Star Trek: Enterprise 4.00 House 6.00 Blue Bloods 7.00 Without a Trace 8.00 Blue Bloods 10.00 Enlightened 10.35 Last Week Tonight with John Oliver 11.10 Game of Thrones 12.25 The Following 1.20 Enlightened 1.55 Micro Monsters with David Attenborough 2.55 The Sopranos 4.10 thirtysomething 5.05 Star Trek: Enterprise

Community radio station Phoenix FM broadcasts live programming from 7am to

The Community Radio for Brentwood and Billericay

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 9 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Joe Box in association with Northwood Letting Agency. 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle War. 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Bob Simpson. 3.00pm Drive with Mike Porter in association with Saint Francis Hospice. 6.00pm GR80s - music and guests from the 80s with Xanthe Bearman. 8.00pm Brentwood’s Only Alternative - indie and alternative music with Eddie Curry. 10.00pm

Cultura Brazil - news and music for the local Brazlilian Community (in Portuguese). 11.00pm Phoenix Chill - chillout music with Phill Chill FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Joe Box 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward. 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Bob Simpson. 3.00pm Drive with Mike Porter. 6.00pm That Friday Feeling with Nikki Mills. 8.00pm Friday Night Extra with Patrick

Sherring. 10.00pm The Weekend Ignition with Brad Acton - indie and alternative music SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Rob Harvey. 10.00am Feelgood Saturday with Alan Johnson. 12.00pm Between The Lines - local sports news with Steve Robertson. 2.00pm Words and Sounds with Christopher Stagg. 3.00pm Phoenix FM Sport with Chris Hood. 6.00pm Turn It Up - the latest dance music tunes with Vixter

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Saturday’s TV SATURDAY

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ITV

Channel 4

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6.00 Breakfast (T) 9.45 Saturday Kitchen Live (T) 11.15 Live Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix Qualifying (T) 1.30 BBC News; Weather (T) 1.40 Football Focus (T) 2.20 Gymnastics: World Artistic Championships Day nine from Nanning, China. (T) 3.50 The Great British Bake Off: The Final The three finalists battle it out for the title. Last in the series. (T)(R) 4.50 Celebrity Mastermind (T)(R) 5.20 BBC News; Regional News; Weather (T) 5.40 Pointless Celebrities (T) 6.30 Strictly Come Dancing Movie-themed edition, with guest judge Donny Osmond. (T)

8.55 Live Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix Third Practice (T) 10.15 Map Man (T)(R) 10.45 South Africa Walks (T)(R) 11.15 Lorraine Pascale: How to Be a Better Cook (T)(R) 11.45 The Little Paris Kitchen: Cooking with Rachel Khoo (T)(R) 12.15 Rick Stein’s Mediterranean Escapes (T)(R) 1.15 FILM The Gay Divorcee (1934) (U) (T) 2.55 FILM Top Hat (1935) (U) (T) 4.30 Escape to the Continent (T) 5.00 The £100K House: Tricks of the Trade (T)(R) 6.00 Restoring England’s Heritage (T) 6.30 Gardeners’ World (T)(R)

6.00 CITV 9.25 ITV News (T) 9.30 The Hungry Sailors (T)(R) 10.25 Murder, She Wrote (T)(R) 11.20 ITV News; Weather (T) 11.30 Storage Hoarders (T)(R) 12.30 The Unforgettable Hattie Jacques (T)(R) 1.05 Tipping Point (T)(R) 2.05 The X Factor The final 12 are revealed. (T) (R) 3.10 FILM Jurassic Park (1993) (PG) Action adventure, starring Sam Neill. (T) 5.35 ITV Regional News; Weather (T) 5.45 ITV News (T) 6.00 New You’ve Been Framed! (T) 6.30 The Chase: Celebrity Special With Tony Audenshaw, Beth Tweddle, Kara Tointon and Louis Walsh. (T)

6.30 Trans World Sport (T) 7.25 The Grid (T) 7.55 The Morning Line Emma Spencer presents a look ahead to this afternoon’s racing at Newmarket. (T) 9.00 Weekend Kitchen (T) 10.00 Everybody Loves Raymond (T)(R) 10.30 Frasier (T)(R) 11.30 The Big Bang Theory (T)(R) 12.25 The Simpsons (T)(R) 12.55 Gadget Man (T)(R) 1.30 Channel 4 Racing Live coverage from Newmarket and York. (T) 4.05 Come Dine with Me (T)(R) 6.10 Stars at Your Service Pixie Lott, Dave Berry and Tim Vine take part. Last in the series. (T)

6.00 Milkshake! 10.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (T) 10.35 The Secret Life of Pets (T)(R) 11.00 The Nightmare Neighbour Next Door Two former friends who fell out over a hedge dispute. (T)(R) 12.00 Can’t Pay? We’ll Take It Away (T)(R) 1.00 FILM Vera Cruz (1954) (PG) Western, starring Gary Cooper. (T) 2.50 FILM The Magnificent Seven Ride! (1972) (PG) Western sequel, starring Lee Van Cleef. (T) 4.45 5 News Weekend (T) 4.50 FILM Operation Crossbow (1965) (PG) Second World War adventure, starring George Peppard. (T)

7.00 Flog It! Trade Secrets The team explores the shows’s most popular modern collectibles. (T) 7.30 Penguins – Spy in the Huddle (T)(R)

7.30 The X Factor The final 12 sing number ones in the first live studio round, and with a wildcard twist reportedly planned, they could be joined by four more acts in the battle for a record deal. The results are tomorrow at 8.15pm. (T)

7.05 Channel 4 News (T) 7.20 Sarah Beeny’s Double Your House for Half the Money Modernising a 1950s wreck in Altrincham. Last in the series. (T)(R)

7.05 World War II in Colour Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbour in 1941. (T)(R)

8.15 Grand Designs Natasha Cargill wants to build a home shaped like two enormous periscopes in rural Norfolk. (T)(R)

8.00 JFK’s Secret Killer: The Evidence Documentary examining the events during and directly after the assassination of US president John F Kennedy. (T)(R)

9.20 FILM Hanna (2011) (12) A teenage girl trained by her father to be an assassin travels the world on a secret mission, pursued by the CIA. Action thriller, with Saoirse Ronan, Cate Blanchett and Eric Bana. (T)

9.00 FILM Hang ’Em High (1968) (18) A former lawman survives being hanged for a crime he did not commit, and sets out to take revenge on the men who left him for dead. Western, with Clint Eastwood and Inger Stevens. Part of the Clint Eastwood Season. Edited for content. (T)

DAYTIME DAYTIME

The Chase: Celebrity Special, 6.30pm

QI XL, 9pm

8.35 Doctor Who A horrifying creature stalks the passengers of the Orient Express. (T)

8.30 Dad’s Army Mainwaring appears in court. (T)(R)

9.20 Casualty Dixie throws herself into work on the day of the funeral. (T)

9.00 QI XL Extended edition. With Jason Manford, Aisling Bea and Johnny Vegas. (T) 9.45 FILM The Gatekeepers (2012) (15) Premiere. Documentary in which six former heads of Shin Bet, the Israeli secret service, share their personal experiences of the life-and-death decisions they were forced to make. (T)

10.10 The National Lottery Live The results of the Lotto and Thunderball draws. (T) 10.20 BBC News; Weather (T) 10.40 Mrs Brown’s Boys; (T)(R) National Lottery Update (T) 11.10 FILM Armageddon (1998) (12) Sci-fi thriller, with Bruce Willis, Ben Affleck and Liv Tyler. (T)

AFTER 1.30 Weather for the Week Ahead

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BBC1 Pointless Celebrities, 5.40pm

77 88 99 10 10 11

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(T) 1.35 BBC News (T)

ITV2 SKY: 118 FV: 6 6.00 Lawson: The Hot Desk 6.10 Emmerdale 8.55 Coronation Street 11.25 FILM: The Incredible Hulk (2008) (12) 1.35 FILM: Babe: Pig in the City (1998) (U) 3.25 Funniest Ever You’ve Been Framed! 4.30 You’ve Been Framed! Kids Special 5.35 FILM: Scooby-Doo 2: Monsters Unleashed (2004) (PG) 7.25 FILM: The World Is Not Enough (1999) (12) James Bond adventure, starring Pierce Brosnan. 10.00 The Xtra Factor 11.00 Celebrity Juice 11.50 The Job Lot 12.20 The X Factor 2.35 Life’s Funniest Moments 2.55 Teleshopping 5.55 ITV2 Nightscreen ITV3 SKY: 119 FV: 10 6.00 FILM: Vanity Fair (2004) (PG) 8.40 Judge Judy 9.00 The Royal 11.05 FILM: The Queen (2006) (12) 1.15 FILM: Columbo: Lady in Waiting (1971) (PG) 2.50 A Touch of Frost 4.45 Wycliffe 5.55 Inspector Morse 8.00 Rosemary & Thyme 9.00 Midsomer Murders 11.00 A Touch of Frost 12.40 Bomb Girls: The Movie 2.15 ITV3 Nightscreen 2.30 Teleshopping

10.00 Through the Keyhole Keith Lemon tours mystery homes. Last in the series. (T)

Stars at Your Service, 6.10pm

World War II in Colour, 7.05pm

11.20 The Gatekeepers: Newsnight Debate (T) 11.50 FILM Shine (1996) (12) Biopic of David Helfgott. With Geoffrey Rush. (T)

11.00 ITV News; Weather (T) 11.15 FILM The Game (1997) (15) David Fincher’s thriller, with Michael Douglas and Sean Penn. (T)

11.30 Rude Tube A top 50 countdown of animals. (T)(R)

11.25 FILM 3:10 to Yuma (2007) (15) Western remake, starring Russell Crowe and Christian Bale. (T)

1.30 TOTP2 (T)(R) 2.30 This Is BBC Two (T)

1.30 Jackpot247 3.00 The Jeremy Kyle Show USA (T)(R) 3.45 ITV Nightscreen

12.35 FILM Gangster No 1 (2000) (18) Thriller, starring Malcolm McDowell. (T) 2.20 Homeland (T)(R) 3.25 Hollyoaks (T) 5.35 How I Met Your Mother (T)(R)

1.30 SuperCasino 3.10 Benefit Brits by the Sea (T)(R) 4.00 House Doctor (T)(R) 4.25 Make It Big (T)(R) 4.50 Make It Big (T)(R) 5.15 Angels of Jarm (T)(R) 5.20 Angels of Jarm (T)(R) 5.30 Angels of Jarm (T)(R)

BBC3 SKY: 115 FV: 7

7.00 FILM: Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011) (PG) 8.20 Great Movie Mistakes 2: The Sequel 8.30 Top Gear 9.30 Live at the Apollo 10.00 England’s Worst Ever Football Team 11.00 Family Guy 1.35 The Revolution Will Be Televised 2.05 Bad Education 2.35 England’s Worst Ever Football Team 3.35 Vodka Diaries 4.00 Close BBC4 SKY: 116 FV: 9 7.00 Hidcote: A Garden for All Seasons 8.00 Horizon: Asteroids – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 9.00 The Code 10.55 Britain’s Most Dangerous Songs: Listen to the Banned 11.55 More Dangerous Songs: And the Banned Played On 12.55 Top of the Pops: 1979 1.30 Horizon: Asteroids – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly 2.30 Hidcote: A Garden for All Seasons 3.30 Close E4 SKY: 136 FV: 28 6.00 Desperate Housewives 6.50 Smallville 7.35 Suburgatory 8.35 Rules of Engagement 11.00 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 12.00 The 100 12.55 Melissa & Joey

2.00 FILM: City of Ember (2008) (PG) 4.00 The Big Bang Theory 6.00 How I Met Your Mother 7.00 Brooklyn NineNine 7.30 The Big Bang Theory 9.00 FILM: Unstoppable (2010) (12) Tony Scott’s action thriller, with Denzel Washington and Chris Pine. 11.00 The Inbetweeners 12.05 How I Met Your Mother 2.25 Bob’s Burgers 3.10 The Cleveland Show 3.55 Happy Endings 4.15 Desperate Housewives MORE4 SKY: 138 FV: 14 8.55 SuperScrimpers 9.10 A Place in the Sun 9.45 The Lost Submarine of WWI: A Time Team Special 10.50 FILM: Love Happens (2009) (12) 12.55 Four in a Bed 3.35 Location, Location, Location 5.50 Nazi Megastructures 6.55 Ark of the Covenant: Treasures Decoded 8.00 Churchill’s Darkest Decision 9.00 Brighton Bomb. The IRA terrorist attack of 1984. 10.05 7/7: The Miracle of Carriage 346 11.10 9/11: The Lost Tapes 12.15 JFK: News of a Shooting 1.55 7/7: The Miracle of Carriage 346 3.00 A Place in the Sun 3.35 Close

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11.00 Indiscreet (1958) (PG) 1.00 Step Up 2: The Streets (2008) (PG) 2.55 Shane (1953) (PG) 5.20 Titanic (1997) (12) 9.00 Coming to America (1988) (15) Comedy, starring Eddie Murphy. 11.20 The Crazies (2010) (15) Horror remake, starring Timothy Olyphant. 1.15 Flirting with Disaster (1996) (15) 3.25 Close DAVE SKY: 111 FV: 12 10.00 Storage Hunters 11.00 Lizard Lick Towing 12.00 Flip Men 1.00 Man v Food 2.00 Storage Hunters 3.00 Lizard Lick Towing 4.00 MegaTruckers 4.25 Top Gear 7.00 Storage Hunters 8.00 QI XL 9.00 8 Out of 10 Cats 10.00 Dave Gorman: Modern Life Is Goodish 11.00 Russell Howard’s Good News 12.00 QI XL 1.00 Red Bull X Fighters 2014 2.00 8 Out of 10 Cats 2.50 Russell Howard’s Good News 3.35 Storage Hunters 4.00 Close SKY1 SKY: 106 6.00 All Aboard: East Coast Trains 7.00 Glee 8.00 The Fantasy Football Club 9.00 The F1 Show 10.00 Soccer AM

12.00 WWE Superstars 1.00 Modern Family 2.00 The Middle 3.00 Inside RAF Brize Norton 5.00 Futurama: Welcome to the World of Tomorrow 5.10 The Boxtrolls Special 5.20 The Simpsons 7.20 Ashley Banjo’s Secret Street Crew 8.20 Duck Quacks Don’t Echo 9.30 FILM: Dr Dolittle 2 (2001) (PG) Comedy sequel, starring Eddie Murphy. 11.00 Hawaii Five-0 3.00 Road Wars 4.00 Nothing to Declare SKY ATLANTIC SKY: 108 6.00 Cleverdicks 7.00 Networks of Power with Sir Christopher Meyer 8.00 Seinfeld 9.00 Smash 11.00 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets 12.00 Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations 2.00 Visionaries: Inside the Creative Mind 3.00 Blue Bloods 6.00 Without a Trace 8.00 Micro Monsters with David Attenborough 9.00 Boardwalk Empire 10.15 The Leftovers 11.20 Gomorrah 12.20 Boardwalk Empire 1.30 Without a Trace 2.30 Micro Monsters with David Attenborough 3.00 The Sopranos 4.00 The Devil’s Dinner Party 5.00 Fish Town

midnight every day to Brentwood, Billericay and surrounding areas on 98.0FM and at www.phoenixfm.com 8.00pm Phoenix Fridays on Saturdays in association with Papa Johns Brentwood featuring live sets from local bands. 10.00pm From The Underworld - blues and rock with Brian Ager. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 7.00am Sunday Breakfast with James Moloney. 10.00am Sunday Best with Andrew Babicz. 12.00pm Sunday Lunch with Tony Smith - pop, R’n’B and dance hits and live studio sessions. 2.00pm Steph’s Sound Wave

with Steph Cawthorne. 4.00pm The Weekend Wind Down with Jen Carr. 6.00pm The Jolley Selection with Matt Jolley. 8.00pm 33rpm - alternative music and album tracks with Chris Sivite. 10.00pm Cut The Cord - music through the decades with Chris Sullivan. MONDAY, OCTOBER 13 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Joe Box. 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle. Ward. 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Scott Ross. 3.00pm Drive with Mike

Porter. 6.00pm All That Jazz - jazz music from the 40s to the present day with Adam Dyer. 8.00pm A Journey Through The Years In Music with Gary Casserley. 10.00pm The Interesting Alternative Show - avant-garde and progressive rock with Steve Davis and Kavus Torabi TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Joe Box. 11.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward. 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat

with Scott Ross. 3.00pm Drive with Mike Porter 6.00pm One For The Road - rock music with Alex Hoggett. 8.00pm Off The Record alternative music with Ben Knight. 10.00pm Tracy Morter WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Joe Box. 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward. 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Mike Jones. 3.00pm Drive with Mike

Porter. 6.00pm Midweek Matchzone - local and national football news with Chris Hood. 7.00pm Body Talk with Mel Watson in association with Spire Hartswood Hospital. 8.00pm Curveballs - indie, alternative, rock and local bands live with Nick Field. 10.00pm Nightswimming - more indie and alternative sounds with Matt Hines

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6.00 Breakfast (T) 9.00 The Andrew Marr Show (T) 10.00 Sunday Morning Live (T) 11.00 Live Formula 1: Russian Grand Prix (T) 2.15 Sunday Politics Presented by Andrew Neil. (T) 3.30 Strictly Navratri (T) 4.00 Points of View (T) 4.15 Songs of Praise Pam Rhodes visits Newcastle upon Tyne. (T) 4.50 The Great British Bake Off: Class of 2013 Catching up with contestants from last year’s series. (T) 5.50 BBC News; Regional News; Weather (T) 6.20 Countryfile Music special, including a profile of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. (T)

6.00 Great British Garden Revival (T)(R) 7.00 Countryfile (T)(R) 8.00 Gardeners’ World (T)(R) 8.30 The Beechgrove Garden (T) 9.00 Saturday Kitchen Best Bites (T) 10.30 The Great British Bake Off Masterclass; (T)(R) 11.30 Weather for the Week Ahead (T) 12.35 FILM Dances with Wolves (1990) (12) (T) 3.25 Escape to the Continent (T) 3.55 Gymnastics: World Artistic Championships Day 10 from Nanning, China. (T) 5.30 Rugby League: Super League Grand Final St Helens v Wigan Warriors. (T) 6.30 Flog It! Trade Secrets (T)

6.00 CITV 9.25 ITV News (T) 9.30 Dickinson’s Real Deal From the Kassam Stadium in Oxford. (T)(R) 10.30 ITV News; Weather (T) 10.45 FILM Carry On Matron (1972) (PG) Comedy, starring Sid James. (T) 12.30 The X Factor The contestants sing number ones in the first live studio round. (T)(R) 3.00 Downton Abbey Violet tries to stop Mary’s secret assignation being exposed. (T)(R) 4.00 ITV Regional News; Weather (T) 4.15 ITV News (T) 4.30 Live International Football Estonia v England (kick-off 5.00pm). Coverage of the Euro 2016 Group E qualifier. (T)

6.00 NFL: The American Football Show (T)(R) 7.00 Cardiff Half Marathon (T) 7.55 FIM Superbike World Championship (T) 8.30 Everybody Loves Raymond (T)(R) 9.00 Frasier (T)(R) 9.30 Sunday Brunch (T) 12.30 George Clarke’s Amazing Spaces (T)(R) 1.35 Deal or No Deal (T) 2.40 The Big Bang Theory (T)(R) 4.10 FILM A Monster in Paris (2011) (U) Premiere. Animated comedy. (T) 6.00 Channel 4 News (T) 6.30 Alan Carr Does Deal or No Deal The comedian and presenter takes on the Banker for charity. (T)

6.00 Milkshake! 10.00 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (T) 10.25 Access (R) 10.30 Police Interceptors (T)(R) 12.25 Ultimate Police Interceptors (T)(R) 1.20 FILM Daddy Day Camp (2007) (PG) Comedy sequel, starring Cuba Gooding Jr. (T) 3.00 FILM Along Came Polly (2004) (12) Romantic comedy, starring Ben Stiller and Jennifer Aniston. (T) 4.40 FILM Tarzan (1999) (U) Disney animated adventure, with the voice of Tony Goldwyn. (T) 6.20 5 News Weekend (T) 6.25 FILM Spider-Man 3 (2007) (12) Superhero sequel, starring Tobey Maguire. (T)

7.20 Strictly Come Dancing: The Results The two couples with the lowest scores dance again, and Donny Osmond performs. (T)

7.00 Human Universe Professor Brian Cox explores the past, present and future of mankind. (T)(R)

7.15 Sunday Night at the Palladium Bradley Walsh hosts the variety show. (T)

7.30 Guy Martin’s Spitfire Guy Martin joins a two-year project to rebuild a Spitfire which was shot down over northern France in 1940. (T)

8.00 Antiques Roadshow The team visits the Roundhouse, Derby, where items include Clarice Cliff bookends and a silver christening cup with a surprising history. (T)

8.00 Wonders of the Monsoon The effect of the rainy season on wildlife in Asia, with floods forcing animals to flee from a national park in north-east India. (T)

8.15 The X Factor Results Dermot O’Leary presents the first live results show, including at least one elimination from the latest pack of hopefuls. (T)

9.00 Our Girl As the unit prepares to withdraw from Afghanistan, the captain and Smurf both declare their feelings for Molly. (T)

9.00 Sacred Rivers with Simon Reeve The adventurer travels along the Ganges from the foothills of the Himalayas to the Bay of Bengal. (T)

9.15 Downton Abbey Sarah continues her one-woman war against the Crawleys – only to push them too far. (T)

9.00 Homeland New series. Carrie is back in the Middle East, working as the Chief of Station in Kabul, where she faces a critical decision. (T)

10.00 BBC News; Regional News; Weather (T) 10.30 Have I Got a Bit More News for You Sue Perkins hosts the topical quiz. (T)

10.00 Mock the Week With Rob Beckett, Ed Byrne, Milton Jones and Zoe Lyons. (T)(R) 10.35 FILM Kinky Boots (2005) (12) A man inherits a struggling shoe factory and finds salvation for his business in a drag artist’s need for custom footwear. Comedy drama, starring Chiwetel Ejiofor and Joel Edgerton. (T)

10.20 ITV News; Weather (T) 10.35 International Football Highlights Estonia v England. Action from the Euro 2016 Group E qualifier at the A Le Coq Arena in Tallinn. (T)

10.05 FILM Law Abiding Citizen (2009) (18) A district attorney is stalked by a vigilante who wants revenge on the justice system for failing to punish his family’s killers. Thriller, with Gerard Butler. (T)

12.15 FILM Stolen (2010) (12) Factbased drama, starring Miriama Smith. (T) 1.40 Sign Zone: Countryfile (T)(R) 2.35 Holby City (T)(R) 3.35 This Is BBC Two (T)

12.35 The Store 2.35 Motorsport UK (T) 3.25 British Superbike Championship Highlights (T) 4.15 ITV Nightscreen 5.05 The Jeremy Kyle Show (T)(R)

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Antiques Roadshow, 8pm

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11.10 FILM The Recruit (2003) (12) Thriller, starring Al Pacino and Colin Farrell. (T)

(T) 1.05 BBC News (T)

ITV2 SKY: 118 FV: 6 6.00 Ben and Kate 6.20 Emmerdale 9.10 Coronation Street 11.35 FILM: Space Jam (1996) (U) 1.15 FILM: Wild Wild West (1999) (12) 3.20 The X Factor 5.50 The Xtra Factor 6.55 FILM: Back to the Future (1985) (PG) Sci-fi comedy adventure, starring Michael J Fox. 9.15 The Xtra Factor 10.15 Tricked 11.15 Bad Bridesmaid 12.20 FILM: Not Another Teen Movie (2001) (15) 2.10 Fake Reaction 2.45 Teleshopping 5.45 ITV2 Nightscreen ITV3 SKY: 119 FV: 10 6.00 World Kitchen 6.25 Inspector Morse 8.30 FILM: Carry On Again, Doctor (1969) (PG) 10.15 Heartbeat 12.20 Rosemary & Thyme 1.25 FILM: Columbo: A Stitch in Crime (1973) (PG) 3.05 FILM: Carry On Cruising (1962) (U) 4.55 Agatha Christie’s Marple 7.00 Lewis 9.00 The Best of the Royal Variety 10.00 FILM: Changeling (2008) (15) Factbased drama, starring Angelina Jolie. 12.55 William and Mary 2.35 World Kitchen 3.00 Movies Now 3.10 ITV3 Nightscreen 3.40 Emmerdale

Live International Football, 4.30pm

Sacred Rivers with Simon Reeve, 9pm

AFTER 1.00 Weather for the Week Ahead

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7.00 Formula 1 – Russian Grand Prix Highlights 8.15 Doctor Who 9.00 Come Fly with Me 10.00 Family Guy 10.45 Bad Education 11.15 The Revolution Will Be Televised 11.45 American Dad! 12.30 FILM: Black Sheep (2006) (15) 1.55 Bad Education 2.25 The Revolution Will Be Televised 2.55 Impractical Jokers 3.25 Bad Education 3.55 Close BBC4 SKY: 116 FV: 9 7.00 Crossing England in a Punt: River of Dreams 8.00 Rome: A History of the Eternal City 9.00 Mechanical Marvels: Clockwork Dreams 10.00 The Sky at Night 10.30 FILM: Elles (2011) (18) Premiere. Drama, starring Juliette Binoche. 12.05 Imagine – Jimi Hendrix: Hear My Train a Comin’ 1.35 Great Guitar Riffs at the BBC 2.35 Mechanical Marvels: Clockwork Dreams 3.35 Close E4 SKY: 136 FV: 28 6.00 Make It or Break It 6.50 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 7.35 Suburgatory 9.05 How I Met Your Mother 10.00 Hollyoaks 12.30 Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD 1.30 FILM:

Alan Carr Does Deal or No Deal, 6.30pm

11.35 Premiership Rugby Union Highlights of the latest topflight fixtures, which included Leicester Tigers v Harlequins, Saracens v Gloucester and Wasps v Bath.

Alvin and the Chipmunks (2007) (U) 3.30 Melissa & Joey 4.30 Suburgatory 5.00 New Girl 5.30 The Big Bang Theory 8.00 FILM: St Trinian’s (2007) (12) Comedy, starring Rupert Everett. 10.00 The Inbetweeners 11.05 Rude Tube: Ultimate Champions 12.10 Glue 1.15 The Mindy Project 1.45 Rules of Engagement 2.30 Rude Tube: Ultimate Champions 3.25 Hollyoaks MORE4 SKY: 138 FV: 14 8.55 A Place in the Sun 9.30 Location, Location, Location 11.35 Help! My House Is Falling Down 12.40 A Place in the Sun: Home or Away 1.40 Building the Dream 2.45 Four in a Bed 5.25 Come Dine with Me 8.00 Car SOS 9.00 Nazi Megastructures 10.00 24 Hours in A&E 11.05 Father Ted 12.15 Embarrassing Fat Bodies: Back to the Clinic 1.15 Car SOS 2.20 Nazi Megastructures 3.25 SuperScrimpers 3.35 Close FILM4 SKY: 315 FV: 15 11.00 Footsteps in the Fog (1955) (PG) 1.00 Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules (2011) (U) 2.55 The Phantom

12.10 Alan Carr: Chatty Man (T)(R) 1.05 American Football Live. Philadelphia Eagles v New York Giants (kick-off 1.30am). (T) 5.05 FIM Superbike World Championship (T)(R) 5.35 Countdown (T)(R)

(1996) (12) 4.50 The Italian Job (1969) (PG) Crime comedy, starring Michael Caine. 6.50 The Selfish Giant Interview Special 6.55 Johnny English Reborn (2011) (PG) Spy comedy sequel, starring Rowan Atkinson. 9.00 The Tourist (2010) (12) Romantic thriller, with Johnny Depp and Angelina Jolie. 11.05 Mr Nice (2010) (18) Biopic of drug smuggler Howard Marks, starring Rhys Ifans. 1.25 Brother (2000) (18) 3.50 Close DAVE SKY: 111 FV: 12 7.10 Rocket City Rednecks 8.00 Top Gear 9.00 Trawlermen 10.00 Extreme Fishing with Robson Green 11.00 Top Gear 12.30 Storage Hunters 1.00 QI XL 5.00 Storage Hunters 6.00 Red Bull X Fighters 2014 7.00 Extreme Fishing with Robson Green 8.00 Gavin & Stacey 10.00 Would I Lie to You? 10.40 Crackanory 11.20 Gavin & Stacey 1.20 Him & Her 2.00 Problems 4.00 Close SKY1 SKY: 106 6.00 Hour of Power 7.00 Are You Smarter Than a 10 Year Old? 8.00 Glee 9.00 Inside Gatwick 10.00 WWE Superstars

Ultimate Police Interceptors, 12.25pm

9.00 Gotham: Exclusive Preview A look ahead to the crime thriller based on characters from the Batman comics. (R) 9.05 FILM 2012 (2009) (12) As the human race faces extinction in a global cataclysm, a writer tries to get his family to the last safe refuge. Disaster movie, starring John Cusack and Chiwetel Ejiofor. (T)

12.05 FILM Alien Hunter (2003) (15) (T) 1.35 SuperCasino 3.10 The Gadget Show (T)(R) 4.00 House Doctor (T)(R) 4.25 Make It Big (T)(R) 4.50 Make It Big (T)(R) 5.15 Angels of Jarm (T)(R) 5.20 Angels of Jarm (T)(R) 11.00 WWE: Experience 12.00 Ashley Banjo’s Secret Street Crew 1.00 The Middle 2.00 Inside RAF Brize Norton 4.00 The Simpsons 6.00 Ashley Banjo’s Secret Street Crew 7.00 The Simpsons 7.30 Moone Boy 8.00 An Idiot Abroad 2 10.00 Road Wars 10.30 Dracula Untold Special 11.00 Hawaii Five-0 12.00 NCIS: Los Angeles 2.00 Road Wars 4.00 Nothing to Declare SKY ATLANTIC SKY: 108 6.00 Cleverdicks 7.00 Seinfeld 8.00 Networks of Power with Sir Christopher Meyer 9.00 Friday Night Lights 10.00 Smash 12.00 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets 1.00 Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations 3.00 Blue Bloods 5.00 Without a Trace 8.00 Richard E Grant’s Hotel Secrets 9.00 Game of Thrones 10.10 FILM: The Candidate (1972) (PG) Political drama, starring Robert Redford. 12.15 Gomorrah 1.15 Without a Trace 2.15 Micro Monsters with David Attenborough 2.45 The Sopranos 3.50 Blue Bloods: Meet the Characters 4.00 The Devil’s Dinner Party 5.00 Fish Town

BRENTWOOD EDITION

Stars & Suduko ARIES ARIES (March 21 – April 20) Loving to work hard and play hard, this special enthusiasm draws others to you this week. Certainly, there are many who need your inspiration and encouragement. Perhaps you are involved in a community or creative project? Working as part of a team right now brings the kind of recognition and satisfaction that you deserve. At this time it is possible for you to learn a lot about yourself by how you react to others.

LEO LEO (July 23 – August 23) A life-affirming situation midweek shows you just how much you are appreciated. Those who have come to rely on your wise words seek out your company. If a busy time means not being able to see friends, then why not have a get-together for them all at the weekend? If you want romance, look for it then. Before you decide that someone does not like you, ask yourself why they are holding back.

TAURUS TAURUS (April 21 – May 21) Sharing your knowledge and showing others how to appreciate what is around them is right up your street. With your creative streak in full flow you can now embark on a long-awaited journey. This is an inner rather than a physical journey although it will improve your overall wellbeing. When you give you do not need to take and this builds your confidence. A romantic weekend brings revelations. Are you really ready for so much passion?

VIRGO VIRGO (August 24 – September 23) Being kindhearted and generous, you want everyone to be happy. Of course, that isn’t possible but this week you encounter someone who loves to be grumpy. Take their criticisms with humour and goodwill. It makes you more appreciative than ever of your own ‘glass half full’ attitude! When romance calls you may feel like closing the door. Ask yourself why. Maybe you could at least peek out of the curtains?

GEMINI GEMINI (May 22 – June 21) This week you see someone who has not been given the usual chances in life to grow and achieve. Your help can bring so much to them and others like them. This may be giving time rather than money, but that is so much more valuable to you all. Wanting to advance a new relationship is easier if you know something of the person’s likes and dislikes. Delve! You are driven by a feeling of belonging.

CAPRICORN CAPRICORN (December 22 – January 20) Making gains at work could all come down to keeping up to date. Are you happy to just plod along as you are? Nothing wrong with that if it is what you want. However, there are rich gains to be made by studying new technology and applying it to the everyday. See where this could be used. You have a sharp brain but perhaps you are not making the most of it.

LIBRA LIBRA (September 24 – October 23) Giving your honest opinion may upset some, but you want to do the right thing. A loved one is feeling indecisive about a long-term conundrum. Having given your opinion before, there is a reluctance to comment. Finally, however, you feel the urge to do what is needed. It may be some weeks before appreciation comes your way for efforts made now. However, your main objective was not to gain praise, was it?

CANCER CANCER (June 22 – July 22) Think ahead now to keep busy and take care of your wellbeing in the coming winter. Small changes to diet and a different kind of exercise can have a big impact. Sharing new experiences with others helps your confidence to grow and brings more sheer fun into your life. We can all do with a bit of that, can’t we? An optimistic outlook rubs off on others and makes you more likeable and fun to be with.

SAGITTARIUS SAGITTARIUS (November 23 – December 21) Improvements to your diet and wellbeing come about with some effort. Being busy is not unusual but making time for your health is paramount. Where you see prejudice it is upsetting. Sometimes it is hard to understand others, especially on this note. It may be necessary to just agree to disagree. Avoid letting others upset you on petty matters. Some things and people cannot be changed. It is a sad reality.

AQUARIUS AQUARIUS (January 21 – February 19) Several developments this week are surprising. An unexpected change in a situation has not happened overnight. Ask yourself why this was missed. When busy, it is easy to overlook some basic but important matters. Approach with caution something that seems too good to be true. Allowing past experience to colour the future is fine if it is black and white. However, be prepared to let a little variety into your plans.

SCORPIO SCORPIO (October 24 – November 22) Giving one person more responsibility can see them blossom over the coming months. There is a strong parallel here between yourself and someone close. By knowing this you also know how best to support them. Money should not be such a problem now. Give more attention to your health and leisure time and take stock of your position. Allowing yourself time and space to gather your thoughts is important.

PISCES PISCES (February 20 – March 20) Demands on you this week would faze someone of lesser strength. You, however, are made of strong stuff! Taking one day at a time you will soon find small solutions to stop anything developing into a big problem. You may have put a hold on romance for various reasons but is it now time to take the brakes off? A bit of good luck comes rather later than expected. It should nonetheless be welcomed with open arms.

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Double Crossword DOUBLE CROSSWORDS

Quick Clues: Across 4. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 18. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24.

Accomplish (7) Gaudy (6) Scorn (7) Scope (6) People (6) Hades’ guard-dog (8) Advise against (8) Give up (6) Heavenly (6) Associate (7) Paved road (6) Souvenir (7)

Down

1. Misdemeanour (7) 2. Works (7) 3. Opportunity (6) 5. Purifies (8) 6. Ascribe (6) 7. Sight (6) 13. Fragrant (8) 14. Sailor (7) 15. Regresses (7) 16. Give (6) 17. Mild (6) 19. Evasive (6)

Kakuro KAKURO Fill in the white squares with numbers 1 to 9. Each horizontal block must add up to the number in the shaded square to its left, and each vertical block to the number above. Numbers may be used once in each block.

Codeword CODEWORD Cryptic Clues: Across 4. Go ahead; make a loan (7) 8. Danced and swam (6) 9. Invest in a unit of the open market (7) 10. Such a person is likely to have too much on his plate (6) 11. What I need to live on once I’m ruined (6) 12. They share an item in a geometry set (8) 18. A bitter blow is wanted badly (4,4) 20. Business may be started with it (6) 21. Strange groan about English ass (6) 22. Schoolboy expression results in tears (7) 23. Cuts from the prose version (6) 24. Rectify - a bad habit? (7)

Each number in the grid represents a different letter of the alphabet and every letter of the alphabet is used. Use the given letters to the right of the main grid to start you off.

Down 1. Essay about old

2. Book a substitute (7)

3. Minded being

13. Weather men caught

in a flurry of sleet (8)

type of drama (7)

watched (6) 5. They fill much of their working days (8)

6. Tricky performances as acts in variety (6) 7. Supporting feature of a newspaper (6)

14. It’s unlikely to get worn out unless

you’re an athlete (7) 15. Direct speech (7) 16. It’s both cleaner and smoother (6) 17. A professional gets by in the correct manner (6)

SPIRAL Starting from 1, fill in the grid clockwise with four-letter words. The last letter of each word becomes the first letter of the next to reveal the seven-letter key word in the shaded boxes. 1

19. Soft-hearted nurse (6)

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WORD WHEEL WORD WHEEL

1. Untidy state 2. A pace 3. Composition in verse 4. Thaw 5. Carpet nail 6. Sort 7. Girl’s toy 8. Quiet spell

You have 10 minutes to find as many words as possible using the letters in the wheel. Each must use the hub letter and at least 3 others. Letters may be used only once. You cannot use plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. There is at least one 9-letter word to be found.

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Keyword clue: Chemical element

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ord’s compact SUV EcoSport is part of its ‘One Ford’ global philosophy. It was developed in South America, where it has been on sale since 2004, and now the second generation is being unleashed in Europe. The world car tag extends to the fact that 16 countries within the Ford empire provided input to the EcoSport’s design and engineering. The result comes at a time of increasing demand in Britain for small SUVs that are practical and affordable. Based on the Fiesta and B-Max platform, the tried and tested running gear uses familiar engines from the Ford range, with the award-winning 1.0-litre EcoBoost 3-cylinder petrol being the most powerful with 125PS. There is also a 1.5-litre Duratec petrol with 112PS and sole 1.5-litre Duratorq 91PS diesel, all mated to 5-speed manual gearbox, with a 6-speed automatic option on the 1.5-litre petrol. Trim levels of Titanium and Titanium X are the two choices, with prices starting at £15,995 for 1.0-litre EcoSport in Titanium trim (which was the model on test) rising to £17,495 for the 1.5-litre diesel Titanium X. Visually, the exterior is a mix of new and old. The front grille is striking in design and gives the EcoSport presence, but at the back the addition of the spare wheel mounted on the rear side-opening door is a bit of throwback and does mean you have to be careful when parking as it does need a wide opening area. The upside is that boot space is unhindered and offers 333 litres of load space. Fiesta owners will be familiar with the

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HEN somebody told Ian Thomson he was too old to race, it was almost like a red rag to a bull. Spurred on by this comment, he decided to prove them wrong and return to racing after a gap of more than 40 years. Now just turned 68, Ian started racing back in 1963 in a 1000cc Mini in autocross. In those days it was held across the county on farmers fields, on grass surfaces, and pitched the driver against the clock. Ian’s Mini, affectionately known as “The Screamer”,

as for most of the time it would be on maximum revs, was eventually replaced by a Ford Fiesta and a move to rallycross where Ian scored a number of successes competing at UK events in the mid 1980s. Unable to get racing out of his blood Ian, from Stock, is now racing a unique Fiat 500 in autograss, on a quarter-mile oval track on loose surfaces. To build the Fiat 500, Ian turned to lifelong friend and ex-rallycrosser Barry Hathaway, who now also races in autograss

Chris Manning and is based in Stow Maries, with Barry and Ian regularly competing against each other at the local Essex track of Concord Autograss at Cold Norton near Chelmsford. Building this special Fiat 500 has taken about 500 man hours. First a space-frame chassis is constructed from steel tubing, welded together to produce a strong safety cell for the driver. Then this is mated to the Fiat 500 body, which has been stripped of excess metal and weighs around 520kg, about half the weight of the

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Canvey’s Butler gets call up JAMIE Butler, Goalkeeper for Canvey Island-based Concord Rangers has been picked for The England ‘C’ squad to play against Turkey in Istanbul on October 14, and at home against Estonia on November 18. Braintree Town midfielder Daniel Sparkes has also been called up. These are must-win games for the non-league national side, who need six points from these two matches to progress through to the semi-final stage

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JONJO SHELVEY, the former Brentwood County High School pupil, has been selected for The Senior England squad for the Euro 2016 qualifiers against San Marino at Wembley on 9th October before travelling to face Estonia tonight. Romford-born Shelvey, who plays for Swansea in the Premier League started his career at Arsenal before becoming Charlton’s ever youngest player in 2009. JonJo, who captained the England under-16s when they won the 2007 Victory Shield, is hoping to add to his one senior cap so far.

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RENTWOOD RFC, in sixth position in the London 1 North league before this match in Ealing, endured a torrid time against a team lying one off the bottom of the division. Brentwood fielded an unchanged side from the previous weeks’ victory over Barking but the home team started the match much the stronger of the two and soon

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had the Brentwood players on the back foot. They showed desire and commitment but made too many basic mistakes and missed tackles and the Priorians ran in five tries. Their only responses came from teenager Harry Bird,

who scored two well-struck penalties. After an encouraging start to the season, Brentwood’s young group of players will have to regroup before Saturday’s home game against Thurrock at King Georges . n Match kicks off at 3pm

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Brentwood’s Year 8 and 9 purples who, despite only fielding five players, won 2-0 against Bears NC of Grays. n LAST WEEK’S RESULTS Chelmsford Adult League. Div 2 Brentwood Yellow (17+) 39 v 36 Essex Police, Div 4 Brentwood Whites (u16s) 39 v 37 Flame. Thurrock Junior League. Div 1 Brentwood Lions (u14/15s) 1 9 v 16 Star Pink. Div 2 Brentwood Pumas (u13) 30 v 11 Bears A. Div 4 Brentwood Blacks (u13) 30 v 5 Brentwood Panthers (u12). Div 5 Brentwood Orange (u13) 20 v 5 Star Yellow. Div 6 Brentwood Bobcats (u12) 15 v 13 Kiddywinks A. Div 6 Brentwood Yellow (u11) 9 v 5 Manor G. Div 7 Brentwood Purple (u9/10) 2 v 0 Bears D. Div 7 Brentwood Red (u10) beat Kiddywinks B

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HENFIELD High School’s Under-13 girls claimed the school’s first national cricket title and the 10th national title in the school’s history, winning the Chance to Shine Cricket competition. They reached the National Finals having won the Essex and South Regional titles. Shenfield despatched The Wavell School from Hampshire in the semi final. Shenfield batted first in the final

against Shropshire’s Meole Brace School. Shannan Drewe and Maizi Garwood opened the batting and quickly set about posting a big total. Both retired after only three overs with the score over 40 and putting their team in a strong position. Sophie Clark continued the onslaught needing only five balls to reach her 20. She dispatched the ball to all parts, hitting three sixes (the only sixes hit by any girl all day).

This gave Shenfield a total of 83-1 from their seven overs. The hugely impressive Imogen Southcott claimed two vital wickets in her opening over. Bowling around the wicket she proved too quick and too accurate for Meole, bowling both openers with unplayable deliveries. The other bowlers backed Southcott up with very accurate bowling, taking wickets quickly. The game was effectively won

before the last over was bowled; however Ellen Hoad finished the game in style. She capped off a wonderful day by taking two wickets in the final over. Mr Bennett, who coached the team, remarked: “We are very proud of the girls’ rapid progress and achievements in cricket this year. They love their sport and we love working with them because they are so keen to learn.”

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RENTWOOD Town fought back from 2-0 down in the first seven minutes to beat Heybridge Swifts 4-2 in the Robert Dyas League Cup on Tuesday night. The home team went ahead in the fifth minute, doubling their lead two minutes later, but Yeshaya Lomotey struck back for Brentwood at 22 minutes with a rebound goal the

Heybridge keeper could not control. Shad Ngandu equalised for Brentwood after half time, on 54

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minutes and Christian Mbulu put The Blues ahead with tap in at 62 minutes. Then on the 84th minute Robbie Rees sealed the win

with a goal from 25 yards to take Brentwood Town into the second round The win follows a 3-3 draw away to Waltham Abbey last Saturday. Missing two penalties proved very costly for Town as they dropped to 4th in Division One North. Brentwood took the lead in a highly entertaining match through a Courtney White strike early on in the

second half, Alex Akrofi missed a chance soon after to double the lead after his penalty kick was saved. Waltham Abbey made them pay with two quick goals from Jason Hallett and James Peagram to make the score 2-1 to Abbey Akrofi then made amends for his earlier miss with two quick goals to restore Towns’ lead. Waltham levelled the

score at 3-3 through Halletts’ second goal of the match late on. With a chance to win the match from the penalty spot in the dying minutes, Brentwood captain Martyn Stokes put the ball wide of the goal and the game finished level with the points being shared. n Brentwood Town take on Brightlingsea Regent at home on Saturday at 3pm.

CHELMSFORD City racecourse, rescued from dereliction, has been granted 56 fixtures by the British Horseracing Authority for next year. The only race course in Essex, formerly known as Great Leighs, has been closed since 2009, but it has now been take over by a new company with joint owners including BetFred. Managing director Phil Siers says: “We are scheduled to start racing on, or around about, the middle of January. “We’ll probably have a couple of meetings in January to give us a small start into the racing season, but we’ve already been guaranteed 56 fixtures next year from the BHA so there will be a full programme.”

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one in four aged between 26 and 35. The financial benefits offeredby downsizing can be attractive, with over 55,000 households a year currently downsizing and 2.3m households

Younger downsizers are attracted by the opportunity to cut mortgage repayments, gas and electricity bills and council tax, as well as the chance to live a more minimalist lifestyle. According to research by Lloyds, 43% of downsizers move to a smaller property to cut their bills. A more traditional form of downsizing comes from older people who perhaps feel their home has become too big to manage and want to move somewhere that offers care and support as their needs change.

THINGS TO CONSIDER The process of downsizing could cost you as much as £10,000 by the

DECLUTTERING Stephen Burke, director of downsizing direct.com “One of the main barriers to downsizing that older homeowners frequently tell us about is having too much ‘stuff’. They say they need help clearing out their home before they can even think about moving. There are a number of agencies and charities that can help with decluttering. But there’s a lot that homeowners can do themselves. “Making a pledge to yourself to declutter and setting aside time has to be the key starting point. Have a plan and allow a few months before

aged over 55 considering doing so. Here we take a look at the main issues surrounding this hot topic and speak to people who have been through the process.

time estate agent fees have been factored in, eating in to valuable equity. This is a serious drawback to downsizers hoping to use their lump sum to fund their retirement. Those who tend to make the most profit from downsizing are homeowners in expensive areas such as London or the South East, who are selling up to relocate to a more affordable region. In a market where house prices are on the up, downsizing sees homeowners trade future capital growth in their current property for an immediate lump sum. Moving in to a smaller home can be an emotional wrench, and involves parting with

possessions that may not fit in a smaller home. A change of lifestyle may also be required when moving to a property with greater space restrictions.

EQUITY RELEASE Equity release is a popular alternative to downsizing, but it’s not for everyone and needs to be carefully researched. Equity release allows homeowners to unlock the capital value of their homes in the form of a loan, while continuing to live in the property for the rest of their lives. On death, the proceeds of the loan interest are repaid. The average customer releases £57,800.

MARKET COMMENTARY you move; don’t leave it all to the last minute. Begin with one room. Some people suggest creating four boxes/piles in the room: throw away; give away; keep; relocate. Consider each and every item in that room and which box to put it in. “It shouldn’t just be a chore. Decluttering can be very liberating and a new start, just like downsizing. It will empty your home and your mind and make it a lot easier to clean as well. A decluttered home will also be much easier to sell because it looks fresh and full of space. Whatever you do, don’t leave decluttering until after you move home. Why pay someone to move ‘stuff’ you don’t need?”

CASE STUDIES BUYING Two couples have recently downsized to three-bedroom properties at Graylingwell Park by Linden Homes in Chichester, Essex. Richard and Susan Shord “Although we were downsizing from a larger property with very large gardens, we still wanted a three-bedroom house as we often have friends and families to stay. We also wanted a good-sized garden, but something more manageable than our previous plot. We have already attended a garden party and a number of barbecues. It’s a very good and relaxed way to meet our new neighbours.”

Peter Ford, chairman of Rangeford Holdings, on the current market conditions for those looking to downsize or move in to retirement property: “People are now more confident of selling their current property and being able to downsize. This year, approximately eight million baby boomers have reached 65 years of age and many of these, who are frequently empty nesters, are likely to be seeking to transfer their wealth. “The modern downsizer is looking to maintain the living and

Roy and Frankie Todd “A great benefit of buying a new home is the low maintenance. Everything is finished to a very high standard and you can move straight in without having to do any work. You really notice people putting a lot of effort in to get to know their neighbours here. We can’t wait to get involved in all the events.”

RENTING Pamela Fixter sold her flat in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, after 36 years and decided to rent in retirement. “I was at a stage in my life when I wanted to sell my property and downsize so that I could release some capital to fund my retirement. Initially,

social spaces they have enjoyed all their life while reducing the number of bedrooms, gardens etc. They are in a stronger position because they can sell the current property but weaker as there is strong demand and short supply of great new homes. The market needs to develop and the client group needs more aspirational products that encourage them to right-size earlier. “The current retirement property on sale tends to focus on downsizing, offering smaller properties where the release of cash is paramount. There is a real shortage of properties that older people want to live in rather than have to live in through economic necessity.”

I was thinking of buying a retirement property, but when I looked at the prices I realised that renting would be more affordable. Girlings Retirement Rentals offered me an apartment to rent for life on an assured tenancy and this option immediately appealed as it gave me the same level of security as ownership.” “Since moving here I am financially better off. I pay a monthly rent, which includes the development service charge and general maintenance costs, so there are no unexpected bills. As a tenant, I don’t need to worry about property maintenance and spending my spare time fixing anything that goes wrong. This means I can now relax in the comfort of my new home and enjoy the additional social benefits of living in a retirement community.”

’ve never really “got” Twitter but under advice from a number of friends and colleagues I recently reactivated my account (keithosborne69, if you’d care to follow me) and am starting to get to grips with it all. I’m not a Luddite but sometimes it takes me a while to catch on to some of the latest IT trends. Social media has changed the life of many of us to one extent or another, for good or bad, but I still have the underlying feeling that it’s led to us all shouting at each other across the ether rather than engaging properly on a more personal level. For this reason alone, I think that this month’s inaugural WhatHouse? Show in Brighton is worth the trip for serious house-hunters as it provides a rare opportunity to meet a number of companies face-to-face under one roof. It’s an occasion that the internet simply doesn’t afford for one of life’s most significant purchases. Uncertainties and queries can be sorted out in moments in a conversation, in a manner that electronic media can’t replicate and, more importantly, you can really get a sense of someone’s credibility and trustworthiness in a one-to-one situation that you simply can’t online. In which case, you may want to defer your decision to follow me on Twitter until after you’ve met me at the exhibition! In the property market at large, there appears to be a consensus of opinion that the market is slowing down a little in London and the South East and continuing a slow but steady rise elsewhere in the country. Altogether I think this is a good thing. The capital and Home Counties passed their 2007 peak some while ago; elsewhere, property values are still catching up to precrash levels. The common factor everywhere is still the dearth of properties on the market: not enough existing homes being put up for sale and insufficient new properties being built. Uncertainties over interest rates are being blamed for the current inactivity of would-be vendors, unsure as to whether the grass would be greener in a new home with a new, but potentially more expensive loan, or whether they should stick with the home and mortgage they have. There are significant numbers of downsizers in the current market, however, who own their homes outright and are releasing equity by moving somewhere smaller. Rising interest rates will only be good for the lump sums they end up with in their savings accounts. Enjoy this issue of WhatHouse? and happy house-hunting! Teuco hydrosonic bath, Bagno splashproof TV and Duravit fittings John Lewis Savina from the Continental Collection Keith Osborne, editor. Temperature-controlled wine storage ko@whathouse.com in white American oak

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£600,000

Brentwood

CUTTING EDGE ARCHITECTURE

Close to Brentwoods Mainline Station & High Street is this 3 bed detached house with cutting edge architecture. Contemporary open plan first floor living accommodation is based around a stunning central atrium providing access to a secluded private courtyard.

Brentwood

£450,000

AN EXTENDED PERIOD COTTAGE

Located in a sought after tree lined avenue offering spacious accommodation including, lounge with bay window, dining room, cloakroom and fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Off street parking and a good size garden.

Gidea Park

£2950 PCM

4 BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE, UNFURNISHED

Four bedroom detached house, en-suite shower room/wc to master bedroom, family bathroom/wc, ground floor cloakroom, three reception rooms, good size corner plot garden. EPC Rating E

Hutton

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STUNNING FOUR BED FAMILY HOME

Accommodation spread over 3 level, close to Brentwoods town centre. Having undergone substantial recent improvements. Impressive 28’ kitchen/diner, 2 reception rooms, 3 double bedrooms & refitted bathroom, whilst to the top floor is a 4th bedroom. Garden in excess of 180’.

£329,995

BACKING WOODLAND WITH UNOVERLOOKED GARDEN

3 bedroom semi-detached property occupying a delightful position on this much favoured development with off street parking 2 cars in addition to the garage. Close proximity of St Martins School.

Ingatestone

£725,000

Brentwood

£1395 PCM

WITHIN 1 MILE OF INGATESTONE STATION, UNFURNISHED

A 3 bedroom semi-detached house located in a pleasant cul-de-sac close to Ingatestone station. Luxury fitted kitchen with appliances, loft room, workshop, parking for several vehicles, attractive garden, EPC E

Brentwood

£389,995

EXCEPTIONAL GROUND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

An extended 3 bedroom semi-detached family home on a good size corner plot. 21’ kitchen/breakfast room, 23’ lounge/diner, ground floor bathroom and modern first floor shower room.

Brentwood

£1950 PCM

APARTMENT WITH OUTSTANDING VIEWS, UNFURNISHED

Superb 2 bedroom apartment with a large terrace offering far reaching views. Luxury ensuite bathroom to master bedroom, open plan living area with oak flooring, modern fitted kitchen, underground parking, EPC C

Doddinghurst

Guide £599,000 –£615,000

VIEWS OVER OPEN FIELDS

Having been extended and improved in a beautiful contemporary style is this spacious 4 double bed detached house with en-suites to 3 beds. Views over open fields to the front. No onward chain.

Blackmore

£475,000

DOUBLE GARAGE WITH PLENTY OF PARKING

Offered for sale is this spacious 4 double bed detached family home located in the sought after village of Blackmore. Large lounge/dining room & well-appointed kitchen. Double garage with ample parking.

£715,000

Hook End WITH FAR REACHING VIEWS OVER FIELDS

Set some 60’ back from the road is this spacious 4/5 bedroom chalet style house on a plot of just under 300’ with wonderful views from beautiful gardens and incorporating an annexe.

S LE B A ST

Hook End

OVERLOOKING FIELDS WITH STABLES & PADDOCKS

LD SO

£795,000

Commanding an impressive road frontage is this imposing 4 bedroom detached house, standing on a plot in the region of 0.919 acres with stables and paddocks. The property overlooks open fields to the front elevation and offers 4 generous sized reception rooms, complemented by extensive parking.

£575,000

Horsemanside PERIOD COTTAGE WITH CHARM

Offering a mixture of modern, contemporary and period. Overall plot that is approximately 170’ x 83’ is this 2/3 bedroom cottage offering spectacular views over open countryside. Triple carport and large workshop.

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Stondon Massey

Guide price£900,000

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH PLANNING

A wonderful opportunity for development on this 1 acre semi-rural site with an existing property. Planning has been passed for further development of the house and outbuildings of approximately 5500sq.ft All building works are to be undertaken by the prospective purchaser, allowing you to put your special stamp onto your own grand design project.

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Herongate

£785,000

BEAUTIFUL STOCK BRICK DETACHED HOME Situated in the much desired village of Herongate on an established plot with large frontage and 255’ rear garden backing farmland is this 4 bedroom family home. The property offers a distinct period feel and is within close proximity of Ingrave Johnson primary school and St. Martins high school.

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Hutton

£1,150,000

STUNNING ACCOMMODATION THROUGHOUT An impressive detached family home located 1.1 miles from Shenfield station and almost adjacent to St. Martins School. 34’ split level kitchen/ orangery and 3 further reception rooms. 5 bedrooms all with ensuite facilities, double garage and ample parking, 130’ rear garden. Viewing is essential to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer.

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One on One INTERvIEW

Why should more buyers consider buying a new-build home as opposed to older property? There are many considerations that a buyer should bear in mind when looking at a new-build home compared with an older pment property. A buyer wants to be assured that on their new move is going to be as convenient as e last possible, so should be checking that their new ss Estate home will be low maintenance, with a good opment specification and a high quality of build. It is ardalways worth ensuring that the home has a c 10-year property guarantee, to act as a ‘peace and of mind’ purchase for all types of buyers – this oom rule applies to the whole range of buyers, from investors, to first-time buyers, to other owner occupiers. f other Where is your firm developing new homes? Swan Homes primarily develops new Is itNew worth buying property during the across EastofLondon and south Essex. Canning homes off-plan stage construction? Absolutely. A large proportion of our work is invested The value of the property is locked in at the areas of large regeneration, tion in around time of purchase, which provides as theitpotential provides the opportunity many first-time for capital growth fromfor completion. There is buyers get onto the property well sildon oftento the opportunity to makeladder, client as choices as to thepersonalise chance foryour existing property owners on home and, depending to timescale, progress their way give up tobuyers the next can also thestep timeofto homeownership. increase the amount of deposit they put down. We offer a range of properties, from oneord, (345) bedroom apartments toHomes’ four-bedroom houses, and, What is Swan New USP? Swan New in Homes order tooffers appeal the broad audience te, the anto‘all-in’ product. This that means is today’s property market. are at committed nd there are no hidden extraWe costs move-in to building quality, great value, homes – the client will not be charged extrawhich costs aretofinished to a highappliances standard –and homes that install flooring, carpets. reflect century expectations and n New The 21st idea is that the buyer is able tolifestyles. move ly, straight in, or to let the property immediately. What are housing market conditions n the Additionally, Swan is an ethical builder and currently those areas?so There is unit does notlike haveinshareholders, all profits are a huge amount in fund the London erty. reinvested in of theinterest group to affordable property market. We find evidence of this in outh housing projects. ourYou sales leads the region, can findin out more at particularly in www.swannewhomes.co.uk East London which has become hugely 020a 3675 8554

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popular postcode in recent years. This is due to the area’s history, with its unique character and vibrant culture, alongside good transport connections and the modern facilities driven by the East End regeneration scheme. Similarly, in south Essex, we find the market is particularly strong and there is potential for capital growth. With plenty of parks and events throughout the year, this location is particularly popular with young buyers and families.

for new opportunities, either to work on new regeneration projects, or straightforward land purchase to develop new private homes. What projects is Swan New Homes working on and what’s in the development pipeline? Swan is currently working on the refurbishment of Bellevue Bow, the last phase of the regeneration of Bow Cross Estate (total 648 units). This 24-storey development represents the final chapter in the awardwinning renovation of the three iconic apartment blocks on the former estate and will provide 93 new one and two-bedroom apartments. Swan is also working on a number of other projects, including: • River Place - a large development in Canning Town (437 new homes) • Robin Hood Gardens estate regeneration in Poplar (1570) • Craylands estate regeneration in Basildon (c.800) • Peachey House Ilford (141) • Cambridge Road, Barking (240) • Repton Court Barkingside (200) Romford, (345) These are all phased developments and, while some phases are already complete, the majority of homes are yet to be built and developed.

What types of properties is your firm developing? In East London, Swan New Homes is developing a lot of apartments, while in South Essex, we are developing a combination of apartments and houses. Swan New Homes is finding a lot of demand in these key areas, so we are keen to continue to work here into the future. We are always looking

How much does a new home by Swan New Homes typically cost to buy? Typically, apartments in East London will cost in the region of £300,000 for a one-bedroom unit and £385,000 for a two-bedroom property. Typically, a three-bedroom house in South Essex is available for in the region of £245,000.

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Agent Insight

Is it worth buying property during the off-plan stage of construction? Absolutely. The value of the property is locked in at the time of purchase, which provides the potential for capital growth from completion. There is often the opportunity to make client choices to personalise your home and, depending on timescale, can also give buyers the time to increase the amount of deposit they put down. What is Swan New Homes’ USP? Swan New Homes offers an ‘all-in’ product. This means there are no hidden extra costs at move-in – the client will not be charged extra costs to install flooring, appliances and carpets. The idea is that the buyer is able to move straight in, or to let the property immediately. Additionally, Swan is an ethical builder and does not have shareholders, so all profits are reinvested in the group to fund affordable housing projects. You can find out more at www.swannewhomes.co.uk 020 3675 8554

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One on One INTERvIEW

we Speak to Martin Gibbon, Managing Director of BalgoreS property group in eSSex

Could you please tell me a bit about popular postcode in recent years. This is due Balgores and the areas in which you to the area’s history, with its unique character operate? and vibrant culture, alongside good transport We have offices in towns across Essex, connections and the modern facilities driven including Romford, Basildon, Chelmsford, by the East End regeneration scheme. Upminster and Hornchurch. We deal Similarly, in south Essex, we find the primarily in residential sales, lettings and market is particularly strong and there is mortgages and are growing fairly quickly. potential for capital growth. With plenty of When I founded the company, I named itparks and events throughout the year, this after my father-in-law’s company Balgores location is particularly popular with young Motor Group. We wanted to go forward buyers with a and families. trusted brand, and it’s worked for us over the years.

are very experienced have a significant for new opportunities, either toand work on new Why should mor market share. regeneration projects, or straightforward land a new-build hom purchase to develop new private homes. property? There Is essex a good place to purchase property a buyer should b for everyone What projects is Swan from New first-time Homes buyers to at a new-build ho investors? working on and what’s in the development property. A buye do is deal a lot with first-time pipeline? We Swan currently working on buyers and their new move i we certainly welcome the the recent of the refurbishment of Bellevue Bow, lastextension possible, so shou theregeneration Help to Buy of scheme. We have sold lots of will be low phase of the Bow Cross Estate home to first-time since the scheme (total 648 property units). This 24-storey buyers development specification and in tochapter existence this can only bealways a representscame the final in and the awardworth ens good thing. other end of the scale, we winning renovation ofAt thethe three iconic 10-year property a lettings team who work apartmenthave blocks on the former estate andclosely with of mind’ purchas property helping them to identify will provide 93 newinvestors, one and two-bedroom rule applies to th What kinds of properties do you sell and let? the right properties to purchase and finding apartments. from investors, t We sell and let properties right across suitable tenants for them. owner occupiers. the spectrum. The cheapest property we Where is your firm developing new homes? Swan is also working on a number of other have on sale is a ground-floor flat How do you feel about the prospective Is it worth buyin Swan Newcurrently Homes primarily develops new projects, including: in Brentwood, which is priced at £87,500. At interest rate rise later this year? homes across East London and south Essex. • River Place - a large development in Canning off-plan stage of the other end of the scale, we have a home An interest rate rise has to happen soon.The value of the p A large proportion of our work is invested Town (437 new homes) available forregeneration, £2.5m. We primarily deal with Rates have been at a historic lowin for fivetime years around areas of large as it • Robin Hood Gardens estate regeneration of purchase properties priced under £600,000, with and there is only so long that can continue. provides the opportunity for many first-time Poplar (1570) for capital growt £400,000 to property 500,000 being the Everybody knows an increase is comingoften but the opportu buyers to get onto the ladder, asrange well we are • Craylands estate regeneration in Basildon most renowned for. I doubt it will be more than 2.5%-3.5% in as the chance for existing property owners (c.800) tothe personalise yo to progress their way up to the next step of • Peachey short Houseterm. Ilford (141) timescale, can als Who buys properties in your area? homeownership. • Cambridge Road, Barking (240) increase the amo In Havering a lot of people move home within What do you expect to see happen in the We offer a range of properties, from one• Repton Court Barkingside (200) Romford, (345) the area, with many aspiring to eventually remainder of 2014? bedroom apartments to four-bedroom houses, These are all phased developments and, What is Swan N live in Upminster. We also see plenty of people In this part of the world I think we’ve seen our in order to appeal to the broad audience that while some phases are already complete, the Homes offers an moving out of East and North London into major price increases, with some properties is today’s property market. We are committed majority of homes are yet to be built and there are no hidd Essex. increasing in value by 20% in the last eighteen to building quality, great value, homes which developed. – the client will n months. I think it will remain tough at the are finished to a high standard – homes that to install flooring What is the market like in your area? upper end – homes valued at over £500,000 reflect 21st century expectations and lifestyles. What types of properties is your firm How much does a new home by Swan New The idea is that t We have noticed a bit of a slowdown in the last haven t quite seen the same kind of growth developing? In East London, Swan New Homes typically cost to buy? Typically, straight in, or to six or seven weeks after an unbelievable 18 as lower priced properties. In general, prices What are housing market conditions Homes is developing a lot of apartments, apartments in East London will cost in the Additionally, Swa months. Prices up to and around the half-ain Essex are stabilising and I expect that to currently like in those areas? There is while in South Essex, we are developing a region of £300,000 for a one-bedroom unit does not have sha million mark were going through the roof, with some properties needing to be reduced continue in the near future. a huge amount of interest in the London combination of apartments and houses. Swan and £385,000 for a two-bedroom property. reinvested in the but a combination of the changes imposed before they sell and less feverish competition You can find out more at property market. We find evidence of this in New Homes is finding a lot of demand in these Typically, a three-bedroom house in South housing projects by the Mortgage Market Review and prices from buyers for every property. This isn’t www.balgoresproperty.co.uk our sales leads in the region, particularly key areas, so we are keen to continue to work Essex is available for in the region of You can find out peaking has resulted in things slowing down, necessarily a bad thing for us, however, as we 01708 724468 in East London which has become a hugely here into the future. We are always looking £245,000. www.swannewh

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In this part of the world I think we’ve seen our major price increases, with some properties increasing in value by 20%

BRENTWOOD £178,000

HUTTON £400,000

INGRAVE £595,000

A ground floor maisonette situated within convenient access of the vibrant High Street and mainline station. Ideal first time buyer or investment property. Featuring a private rear garden and off road parking to the front. EPC rating: C

A recently refurbished semi detached bungalow offering spacious accommodation combined with a stunning interior. The property enjoys a convenient position for the well regarded St Martin’s Technology School. Internal viewing is required to appreciate this fine home. EPC rating: D

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WARLEY £635,000

BRENTWOOD £700,000

£700,000 £865,000

Set within this desirable tree lined road, an established semi detached house featuring a delightful rear garden in excess of 200’. Offered with no onward chain and potential to upgrade the current interior if required. EPC rating: D

An extended detached period house located within a short distance of Brentwood’s mainline station. This family home enjoys a convenient position on the corner of a private turning with a detached garage and parking for several vehicles. EPC rating: D

This stunning detached five bedroom house located on London Road simply has to be seen. An imposing home offering well proportioned rooms carefully arranged over two floors and complimented by an impressive rear garden of some 115’. EPC rating: D

OIRO £595,000

HUTTON £460,000

BRENTWOOD £169,999

An extended four bedroom semi detached period house featuring a classic interior throughout. This fine home is an excellent example of a period property offering spacious accommodation combined with a stunning interior. EPC rating: D

BRENTWOOD

Set within this desirable cul de sac located on the periphery of Hutton Mount, a semi detached chalet style bungalow. Offering deceptively spacious accommodation combined with an established rear garden of some 80’, large private driveway and detached garage. EPC rating: D

A ground floor one bedroom maisonette positioned within easy access of Brentwood’s vibrant High Street. This spacious property benefits from private rear garden with direct access. EPC rating: D

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Chelmsford One on One packs a punch for buyers with families INTERvIEW

helmsford is only about 35 Buyers can purchase popular postcode in recent years. This is due for new opportunities, either to between work on25% newand Why should mor minutes from the capital by 75%projects, of the property, paying subsidised to the area’s history, with its unique character regeneration or straightforward land rent a new-build hom train, and as a result a large on the remainder, and can increase theirproperty? There and vibrant culture, alongside good transport purchase to develop new private homes. chunk of the population share at any time, all the way to 100% and connections and the modern facilities driven a buyer should b is made up of City and outright ownership. The scheme is specifically by the East End regeneration scheme. What projects is Swan New Homes at a new-build ho Docklands commuters. designed for first timedevelopment buyers whose Similarly, in south Essex, we find the working on and what’s in the property. A buye Colchester is a similar distance away, while income is less than year new move i market is particularly strong and there is pipeline? household Swan is currently working on£60,000 atheir trains to Ipswich take about 40-45 minutes. and priority will be given to those or potential for capital growth. With plenty of the refurbishment of Bellevue Bow, the last who live possible, so shou Stansted Airport is about 30 minutes’ drive work in Chelmsford. parks and events throughout the year, this phase of the regeneration of Bow Cross Estate home will be low away. In the village and residential suburb of location is particularly popular with young (total 648 units). This 24-storey development specification and Affluent, clean and home to an excellent Broomfield, immediately north of Chelmsford, buyers and families. represents the final chapter in the awardalways worth en choice of good and outstanding schools – Persimmon Homes has created Saxon Gate, winning renovation of the three iconic 10-year property including two of the best grammar schools in where a range of 135 traditional two-, three-, apartment blocks on the former estate and of mind’ purchas England – Chelmsford has a lot going for it. four- and five-bedroom family homes are will provide 93 new one and two-bedroom rule applies to th There are several current and upcoming available. Priced from £249,995 upwards, the apartments. from investors, t developments in Chelmsford from various government’s Help to Buy scheme is available owner occupiers house buyers that offer a good choice of there, while a Part Exchange scheme may suit Where is your firm developing new homes? Swan is also working on a number of other family homes: house buyers with an existing property to sell. Swan New Homes primarily develops new projects, including: Is it worth buyi Hawksley Pearce has a modern development homes across East London and south Essex. • River Place - a largesoon development in Canning off-plan stage of Coming of 26 high-specification flats and penthouse A large proportion of our work is invested Town (437 new homes) The value of the North east of the city centre, work started apartments available at Metropolis in around areas of large regeneration, as it • Robin Hood estate regeneration time of purchase backGardens in summer 2013 to develop in Countryside Chelmsford, situated just two minutes’ walk provides the opportunity for many first-time Poplar (1570) Properties’ Beaulieu development, wherefor capital growt from the station – with prices available on buyers to get onto the property ladder, as well • Craylands estatetoregeneration in Basildon often subject planning further new homes will bethe opportu application. as the chance for existing property owners (c.800) to personalise yo released next spring. Beaulieu incorporates Inland Homes has created two-, three- and to progress their way up to the next step of • Peachey apartments House Ilfordand (141) timescale, can al two-bedroom starter homes four-bedroom homes at St John’s, less than homeownership. • Cambridge Road, Barking (240) increase the amo right through to substantial five-bedroom two miles from the centre of Chelmsford, but We offer a range of properties, from one• Repton Court Barkingside (200)families, Romford,with (345)every properties for larger all properties there are now sold or reserved. These are allinphased developments and, What is Swan N size between – priced from £170,000 up However, they have a new development bedroom apartments to four-bedroom houses, in order to appeal to the broad audience that while some are already complete,will the also Homes offers an tophases £800,000. The development coming soon at Rainsford Road, which will is today’s property market. We are committed majority of homes arenew yet to be built there are no hidd incorporate parks andand public spaces, include a number of two-bedroom starter to building quality, great value, homes which developed.primary and secondary schools, local shops, – the client will n homes that could be well-suited to first-time Contemporary styling at Bellway’s Marconi Evolution are finished to a high standard – homes that and community and health facilities. Forto install flooring buyers. reflect 21st century expectations and lifestyles. What types of properties is your firm How much does a newa home Swan NewstationThe commuters, brandby new railway is idea is that t Bellway’s Marconi Evolution development developing? In East London, Swan New Homes cost to buy? Typically, straight in, or to also being planned. has prices starting from £189,995 for an ‘Gardini’ apartments. 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Established and extended, two double bedroom, semi detached bungalow located in an established no through road, property requires modernisation and improvement throughout, for sale with NO ONWARD CHAIN, lounge, dining area, kitchen, bathroom with bath and separate shower, separate WC, block paved shared drive with detached single garage and 85ft rear garden.

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Established, FOUR BEDROOM family home, sought after HUTTON BURSES ESTATE, cloakroom, Modern and extended two bedroom end of terrace house, located in the popular Thriftwood development located just 0.7 miles to St Martin’s School. lounge, dining room, FAMILY ROOM, utility room, family bathroom, further shower room, CARRIAGE The property offers a fitted kitchen, lounge with dining area, 2 double bedrooms with built in storage and family bathroom. Outside it offers adjacent DRIVEWAY, garage, ST MARTINS SCHOOL catchment, within 1 MILE OF SHENFIELD STATION. driveway and single garage.

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via The Miss W – SOLD (STC) king to Home Partnership is loo tch in downsize to Pilgrims Ha region of £250,000

Established two double bedroom terraced house, NO ONWARD CHAIN, lounge, inner hall, kitchen/breakfast room, first floor white bathroom suite and separate w.c. Outside the property offers a block paved driveway and 38ft rear garden. Must be viewed

£149,995

Modern, top floor, studio apartment located WITHIN 0.1 MILE OF BRENTWOOD STATION (3 minute walk). ALLOCATED PARKING SPACE and a PRIVATE 20FT TERRACE, entrance hall, kitchen with appliances, bathroom, gas radiator central heating, security entry system and lift to all floors.

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O.I.E.O £300,000

Mr & Mrs F – looking for min 4 bed house in or area around Mount Crescent up to £750k

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