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Hello... What a reception! The launch issue of this magazine was a resounding success judging by the feedback and comment we have received, some of which appears on the letters’ page. Your encouragement is much appreciated. But that was last month. What about this issue? Well, we start with a question: Who do you think is The Greatest Guildfordian to have ever graced out streets? Following months of research and discrete chats with certain people, we publish the names of 25 individuals deserving of a place in our Hall of Fame. It’s your views, though, that really count which is why we’d like you to cast your vote for the man or woman you think deserves the ultimate title of The Greatest Guildfordian. One person already considered to be among ‘the greats’ is our cover celebrity Nicole Kidman who certainly found life after Tom Cruise and can earn £10million a film. Where next for the Australian? She might want to add to her property portfolio and buy the amazing £1.75million country home we look inside or spend some of her money (£97,000) on the new Maserati GranCabrio we review. We also look at swimwear to dive for, go celebrity spotting at Chelsea (how many can you name?), hear how a former Tory MP attributes her success to staying sober and find out about a couple of high rollers just outside Dorking. Add to all that the chance to win some amazing designer furniture worth £800, the mystery of the names missing from Guildford’s War Memorial and our verdict on the Thai Terrace restaurant (is it really one of the best in the South?) and you have the perfect Summer cocktail. So, sip slowly and savour.

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INSIDE YOUR

July

ISSUE…

10 THIS MONTH YOU SHOULD…

Let a robot to mow the lawn, see the boat gathering on the River Wey and enjoy some wine when you picnic in the sun.

TELL US… 15 SO It seems our first issue went down well with most of you. Although, you can’t please all the people all of the time.

FOR THE NEWS 17 NOW The Fonz turns up in Guildford, a former Tory MP talks about the perils of drink and the Dartford Warbler is now lesser spotted.

glasses were raise when guests and friends gathered to celebrate the launch of So Guildford.

GREATEST 22 THE GUILDFORDIAN From code-breakers to illustrators, we profile 25 of the most famous local residents over the last 500 years in a bid to find the Greatest Guildfordian ever. And you can vote!

FEATURE: 34 COVER THE GOLDEN GIRL No one expected the studious young child that was Nicole Kidman to end up on stage. But she did, and then some...

41 FASHION INSIDER – WOMEN

It’s festival chic this month; designer wellies, maxi dresses and statement necklaces lead the way.

43 FASHION INSIDER - MEN

Proof you can be patriotic and on trend. We look at World Cup style. Plus the cotton trousers that will see you right through till Autumn.

44 Polkadots and prints; what you SWIMWEAR TO DIVE FOR

should be wearing on the beach this Summer.

PASSIONS 47 TWIN Self-confessed fashion junkie Jenny Brough brings together her love of clothes and photography.

51 CHILD’S PLAY

Rock star style, second homes and wallpapering fun – designed for kids, but you’ll want it all too.

LIVING 52 FRUITFUL Through the keyhole of a £1.75 million family home currently on the market. This month we journey to Shalford and Orchard House.

A SPLASH 56 MAKING Turn your bathroom into the height of boutique hotel-style luxury when you redecorate.

Cover image: Nicole Kidman courtesy of New Lines/Everett/Rex Features

PARTY 19 LAUNCH Champagne corks popped and

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47 GOURMET GUIDE 83 THE So many places to eat, so little time. Check our guide and you might find a new favourite restaurant.

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ROLLERS 85 HIGH Friends Paul Brightman and Patrick Lloyd-Jacob show us why classic Rolls-Royces and Bentleys still carry such prestige.

DEAD GORGEOUS 88 DROP MARVELLOUS 63 BLOOMING The Maserati Grancabrio was A number of local companies picked up awards at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show; we talked with them and then went celebrity spotting…

always a great looking car and it’s just got that bit better, with a drop-top roof.

STAGE 93 ON 67 WIN There’s an array of theatre and Your chance to own a stunning hand crafted hardwood desk and chair worth over £800, courtesy of our friends at Bubinga.

TIMES 69 TEE Discover the new golfing kid on the block. You might be surprised.

THYMES 75 WILD Pigeon pittas and dustbin popcorn

shows to catch on the local stages in July, we spotlight some of the best.

98 SECRETS We find out why our town’s war memorial has names mysteriously blanked out. Who are those missing soldiers?

are just two of the somewhat different approaches to Summer barbeques.

REAL THING 80 THE Our man discovers how the Thai Terrace Rooftop Restaurant has hit upon a winning formula of authentic food and great service.

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Head Office, Studio Six, Sussex Mews The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5QJ Tel: 01892 616103 soguildford.co.uk info@magazinepeople.co.uk Publishing Director Nick Moore nick@magazinepeople.co.uk Sales Director Sharon Lacey sharon@magazinepeople.co.uk Editorial Director Richard Moore FRSA richard@magazinepeople.co.uk Senior Writer Melissa Woodland melissa@magazinepeople.co.uk Writer Dan Smith dan@magazinepeople.co.uk Head of Design Jodie Arundell jodie@magazinepeople.co.uk Designer Erica Morris erica@magazinepeople.co.uk Production Assistant Phil Glover phil@magazinepeople.co.uk Account Manager Paul Wood paul@magazinepeople.co.uk Contributors Valerie Thacker Damian Cotton Harriet Louvelle Published and designed by The Magazine People Ltd. Printed by Warners Ltd.

Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/SoGuildford All rights reserved. The views expressed in this publication are not necessarily those of the publisher. The publisher cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions relating to advertising or editorial. The publisher reserves the right to change or amend any competitions or prizes offered. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior written consent from the publisher. No responsibility is taken for unsolicited materials or the return of these materials whilst in transit.

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Dock… Vers products are cool. Full stop. Whether they’re making cases for your iPhone out of bamboo or building incredibly stylish iPod docks, we love their retro-infused, functional and attractive wooden creations. Their new 1.5R iPod speaker is no different and comes in a variety of finishes, for instance you can choose from (take a deep breath) natural cherry, natural walnut, dark walnut, bamboo, piano white and piano black. The big chunky volume and tuner dials feel solid and well-built, mainly because they are; each of these is finished by hand and takes over a week to complete. Around £140, see versaudio.com

This month Read…

It’s a pretty big deal when Bret Easton Ellis releases a new book; this is the man who penned The Rules of Attraction, American Psycho and Less Than Zero. His new novel, Imperial Bedrooms, follows the characters of Less Than Zero and catches up with the hedonistic teenage characters, now middle aged in the Los Angeles ‘scene’. The book’s protagonist, Clay, returns to LA as a successful New York screenwriter and is quickly reunited with old friends. In a frivolous world of drugs, deceit, fortune and power Clay’s old demons once again emerge and his life spins wildly out of control. Hardback £16.99 from Waterstone’s, Guildford. 01483 302 919.

Listen…

Carry…

It’s picnic season and whether you honour that by taking a country stroll, enjoying lunch in the park, or having a sit down on the beach, here’s the perfect package to take along. The aptly titled Wine in the Park is a temperature insulated wine carrier with room for a single bottle of plonk. The zip-up case also comes with two wine glasses made from, er, plastic and a corkscrew. Oh, and in the unlikely event that you and your friends don’t polish off the entire bottle, there’s a bottle stopper too. £34.99 from thehandpickedcollection.com or call 0845 602 3578

Take one attractive blonde vocalist with a penchant for the songs of yesteryear, add a hugely-talented producer named Richard Swift and introduce a twist of Neil Young-esque melodies. What do you get? The Mynabirds, America’s best new lo-fi offering. Songstress Laura Burhenn is the singer and writer for the band and she’s frequently admitted that the debut album, What We Lose in the Fire We Gain in the Flood, is an attempt at creating an album that sounds like Neil Young ‘doing motown’ – we reckon she might well have succeeded. £10 from HMV, Guildford, 01892 535 732

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Peruse… Farmers’ markets truly capture the spirit of Summer. On Tuesday July 6 and Saturday July 31 Guildford High Street will see a market offering some of the best local produce from Surrrey’s countryside. With over 50 producers selling their harvests, all sorts of tasty treats will be available; everything from local beers and ciders, to fruit, veg and cheeses plus superb pickles, chutneys and herbs. No need for lunch, just pop along and graze your way round (once, of course, you’ve paid).

you should… Mow…

At this time of year the garden flowers are in full bloom, the leaves are weighing down the boughs of the trees and the lawn just doesn’t stop growing. It seems every time you turn your back on those freshly mown green shoots, they emerge twice as quickly. So, why bother doing it yourself? You could hire a gardener, but you’ll only end up making them endless cups of tea. Instead, try the Husqvarna Automower 260 ACX, a robotic mower that will amble around your garden all summer without a word of complaint. £3299.99 from Ernest Doe & Son Ltd, Esher. 01372 471 009.

Sleep… In this information-intense modern world, millions of us find it difficult to switch off then drop off at the end of the day. If that sounds a bit like you, this little machine might just be the answer to your dreams. The LightSleeper is a device that projects an ambient, moving light onto the ceiling of your bedroom. The theory is that as your eyes follow the light your mind relaxes, eventually drifting you into a deep and natural sleep. The people behind it claim the LightSleeper is a far better way of nodding off than reading or watching television as both of these activities stimulate the brain, rather than winding it down for the night. If you’re not convinced then check out lightsleeper.co.uk for a free trail, or pop into Boots where it’s £125.

Camp… The chances are you don’t need to be reminded of Guildford’s most famous annual event – Guilfest. But just in case you haven’t already got yourself a ticket, get online now and visit guilfest.co.uk to make sure you’ll be there on July 16 to 18. With acts like Hawkwind, Status Quo, Orbital and 10CC, there really is something for everyone. The festival is now in its 19th year and represents one of the last truly independent festivals of the UK season. Adult day tickets from £45. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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Cycle… Always fancied yourself as a bit of a speed demon on two wheels? Well now you’ve got the chance to show off those pedaling skills at the Guildford Town Centre Races 2010. The circuit, comprising of Market Street, High Street and North Street, will see action on the evening of Wedesday July 7 from around 6:30pm. To register, check out the local cycling club’s website, charlottevillecc.org.uk, or if you’re a bit out of shape just go along and offer support.

Rent… Carry… The Blind Side is the film that almost overnight forced film buffs around the world to take Sandra Bullock seriously. The Oscarwinning actress put in the performance of her career as Leigh Anne Tuohy, the Christian Republican house wife whose life is, for some reason, unfulfilled. By chance she meets Michael ‘Big Mike’ Oher, a scholarship football player at the same college as her middle-class kids. She offers the homeless teenager her sofa to sleep on and begins a friendship that impacts the lives of those involved in more ways than they ever expected. Out this month on DVD and Blu-ray from Blockbuster, Guildford. 01483 562 009.

Ok, so the British Summertime is always a little hit and miss, but that doesn’t mean your style should be as well. Every lady needs a good collection of quality handbags to call on now and again. Why not go for one with a traditional shape, but embellished with metalwear? This white studded Pringle bag will ensure your arm never looked so good. £605 from House of Fraser, Guildford. 0844 800 3730.

Boat…

England’s most Southerly gathering of river boats is once again returning to the banks of the River Wey on the afternoon of Saturday July 3. This, the 20th year of Dapdune Boat Gathering, is set to be one of the best yet with an illuminated display of the boats at dusk. As part of Guildford Festival, the event is taking place on Millmead Island in the centre of town, at around 4:30pm. Rather bizarrely the decorative theme this year is ‘Christmas comes early’, so don’t be surprised if you see Dasher and Dancer pulling a red canal boat…

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SO GUILDFORD LETTER OF THE MONTH: Sir, I’ve been more than a little perplexed in recent months by the bad press Guildford town has received in local media and in public discussion. Everyone, it seems, is attempting to talk down the place. Most people I know believe it’s a great place to live and that

Sir, One early morning I was awoken by the sound of our dog barking ferociously at the front door. Far too early for the post I thought, so I went downstairs to investigate. I saw a magazine on the door mat. ‘Great another useless piece of poorly targeted, awfully written junk mail,’ I thought. However, your magazine is actually quite good and I’m looking forward to seeing the next issue. Although, next time if you could deliver it after 8am it would be appreciated. Suzanne Warrington Godalming

Ed: Sorry about the wake-up call but glad you enjoyed the read.

we’re very lucky. Let’s all be a bit more positive about Guildford. David Riley, Guildford Ed: We’re with you all the way on that one!

Sir, Forgive my ignorance, but what’s the connection that Victoria Beckham has with Guildford, or even Surrey for that matter? She was on the front cover of your magazine. Katherine Watkins

Guildford

Ed: People like to read about big name celebrities, even if they don’t live next door. Our thanks to the rest of you who called or wrote following our launch issue. Here’s a selection: Sir, Congratulations on So Guildford, may it be a big success. Roger Johnson Guildford

Sir, For a magazine that claims to celebrate all that is great about Guildford, I was disappointed not to find any articles relating to the heritage of the area. Surely, given the number of fantastic buildings, personalities and events which have helped shape the town, a regular historical piece would be worth including. As a retired journalist I could even help! Geoffrey Stannard Guildford

Ed: Point noted and we’ll be in touch.

Ed: We’re quietly confident. Sir, Well done. You have certainly set some high standards. Let’s hope you can keep them up. Gillian Thompson Dorking

Ed: We’d better! Sir, We like the way you cover food for all tastes with the Michelin Star Drake’s alongside our ‘best-loved eatery’ Carlo’s Trattoria. Sarah & David Payne Via email

Ed: Both are favourites with us.

Sir, I had a pleasant surprise when your magazine dropped through my letter box. It made my day. Marian Thorpe Woking

Ed: Happy to oblige. Sir, Your magazine is a like a breath of fresh air. No mention of the economy or the World Cup. Jonathan Preacher Guildford

Ed: Certainly not, we’re about the good things in life!. We accept Letters to the Editor by e-mail (info@magazinepeople.co.uk) or post to So Guildford, Studio Six, Sussex Mews, The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5QJ. Letters must carry full names and contact details. Letters may be edited for publication. OCTOJ BU ER LY2 2 0 00 190

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And now for

the news… OUR MONTHLY LOOK AT SOME OF THE STORIES MAKING THE HEADLINES STICKING POINT

Guildford Council is battling a sticky problem – chewing gum. It’s attaching disposal boxes to lampposts in Park Barn, Westborough and Ash to encourage people not to simply discard the gum. The council says it’s expensive and time consuming removing gum from pavements and points out that similar schemes in other areas have proved successful.

WOBBLY WARBLER

ON TRACK

THE FONZ

Happy Days star Henry Winkler was in town the other day to talk about the launch of his series of 17 books following a young dyslexic child called Hank Zipzer. The books are based on his own experiences with the condition. The man who played The Fonz in the hit US sitcom did not discover he was dyslexic until his own son Jed was diagnosed. “I realised that’s me,” he explains. “The first novel I read was when I was in my 30s. It was a triumph with all those words in those covers.” Winkler (64) was at WH Smith signing copies of one of his books which have already sold 2.5million copies in the US.

SKIPPING SCHOOL

Medical problems and holidays taken during term time have been blamed for the fact that in one single term last year more than 4,500 school pupils in Surrey skipped lessons. That means nearly 6% of pupils across the county were absent at some point during the Autumn term, the latest for which figures are available. Truancy figures, however, are below the national average and the National Union of Teachers says the county should be happy with its current record.

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The redevelopment of Guildford railway station is still on track according to Solum Regeneration which is hoping to publish plans for the site later this year. The £240million scheme was unveiled in 2003 but has been hit by a series of setbacks including the recession. Solum, a joint venture between Network Rail and Kier Development, says it’s still going through a master planning exercise for the station and the surrounding land. It was hoped that the plans would be made public by October last year although they failed to materialise. Once they are published there will be a period of public consultation.

The burgundy red belly of the Dartford warbler is being seen less and less in Surrey’s leafy heathland. Natural England and Surrey Wildlife Trust estimate numbers of the bird have plummeted 80percent since 2008. Globally the warbler is classified as “near threatened” which is one step below facing extinction. The Thames Basin Heaths between Woking and Camberley are the third largest breeding ground for warblers in the UK. Pressures on heathlands and fires are largely to blame. In one recent blaze some 650 hectares of breeding grounds were destroyed.

SOBERING THOUGHTS

Former Tory MP Edwina Currie rose to fame because she drank less than her colleagues. She told a charity lunch at the William Bray restaurant in Shere: “I became famous because I was sober. When the whips came along at 8pm looking for someone for the 10 o’clock news or Newsnight, so many of my colleagues were not able to be on TV. “There’s 26 bars and restaurants in the House of Commons and I suspect it’s worse now than it was in the 1980s because it’s so much more of a dinking culture.” The lunch raised nearly £3,000 for Surrey Air Ambulance. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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THE CHAMPAGNE FLOWED, THE CANAPÉS WERE ENJOYED AND THE PHOTOGRAPHERS SNAPPED AWAY. IT WAS A NIGHT TO REMEMBER WHEN MORE THAN 50 FRIENDS AND GUESTS GATHERED TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH ISSUE OF S0 GUILDFORD MAGAZINE AT THE HA HA BAR AND GRILL IN THE TOWN. EDITORIAL DIRECTOR RICHARD MOORE SAYS: “THE FIRST COPIES OF THE MAGAZINE WERE HOT OFF THE PRESS AND THE GLASSES WERE RAISED TO TOAST A PUBLICATION THAT WE TRULY BELIEVE WILL CAPTURE THE RICH HISTORY, CULTURE AND DYNAMISM OF GUILDFORD AND THE SURROUNDING TOWNS.” Photography: Andy Barnard and Phil Glover

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The Greatest

Guildfordian IT’S 1600 YEARS SINCE THE SAXONS FOUNDED THE TOWN OF GYLDEFORD ON THE GOLDEN BANKS OF THE RIVER WEY. THE RICH HISTORY OF THE TOWN IS PUNCTUATED BY THE ACTS AND ACHIEVEMENTS OF CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS WHO, IN THEIR OWN WAY, HAVE CHANGED THE WORLD IN WHICH WE LIVE. TODAY WE RECOGNISE SOME OF THESE PEOPLE

nfluential in fields as diverse as literature, social activism, sport and mathematics, some of our Guildfordians were born locally, and stayed around. Others left town after finishing their education and many arrived on the scene later in life. A fair few were transitory, making Guildford, or one of the surrounding villages, their home for only a short period, but each and every one has a personal connection with the town. From Lewis Carroll to Jodie Kidd, the Guildford Hall of Fame embraces them all. But just who is THE Greatest Guildfordian to have graced our streets? Who would you judge that person to be? The question is put because your opinion counts. We want to give you the chance to have your say in who should be on top of the (hypothetical) pedestal. We’d like you to cast your vote in favour of the individual

that you believe most deserves to be elected The Greatest Guildfordian.

So Guildford researchers have compiled a list of 25 individuals who are all worthy of consideration. You probably won’t agree with all the names. That’s fine, because choosing The Greatest Guildfordian is pretty subjective. Have a look at the list, pick out the person you think deserves the title, then cast your vote – and get your friends, relatives and work colleagues to do the same. See page 32 for the options on just how to vote. We’ll publish an update on the voting in our August issue with the eventual winner being named in September. Here then, in alphabetical order, are the candidates for the title of The Greatest Guildfordian…

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IAIN BALLAMY, JAZZ MUSICIAN (1964- )

George Abbot School alumnus Iain Ballamy is a renowned saxophonist. Playing alongside notables including Hermeto Pascoal, the late Gil Evans, George Coleman, Mike Gibbs and the New York Composers Orchestra, Ballamy has developed a distinctive jazz ‘voice’. Widely recorded, he appears on over 40 CDs and recently scored the award-winning film Mirrormask for the Jim Henson company. Ballamy is an agony uncle for Jazz UK magazine with his column ‘In the saxophonists chair’ and in 2001 he was given the BBC Radio 3 special award for innovation at the British Jazz awards.

MICHAEL BUERK NEWSREADER AND PRESENTER (1946– )

Former BBC Newsreader Michael Buerk is credited with bringing the devastating scale of the Ethopian famine in 1984 to the attention of the western world. His broadcasts covering the shocking state of the country went on to win him the Golden Nymph award and have been described as ‘the most influential pieces of television ever broadcast’. Since leaving the BBC, he has published an autobiography, The Road Taken, and more recently, he narrated the hit Sky1 reality show Pineapple Dance Studios. He currently lives in Guildford with his wife, with whom he has twin sons.

MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE, COMEDIAN (1973- )

Funny man Marcus Brigstocke may only have spent a few of his earliest years in our town, but we like to think he found his sense of humour here. His comedic career began in earnest while he was at the University of Bristol, performing as part the Club Seals trio. From there, he made the leap into TV and radio and has been a regular on shows such as Have I Got News For You, The Now Show and The Late Edition. Since 2008, he has been a team captain on comedy panel debate show Argumental. Brigstocke is currently appearing as King Arthur in a touring production of Monty Python’s Spamalot.

EDWARD CARPENTER POET, PHILOSOPHER AND GAY ACTIVIST (1844-1929)

Perceived by many as a man ahead of his time, poet and writer Edward Carpenter was instrumental in the foundation of both the Fabian Society and the Labour Party. The philosopher is known for his paper Love’s Coming-of-Age, in which he called for a fair and equal society that promoted the liberation and economic freedom of women. Carpenter, who spent much of his adult life in a gay community, is also credited with having a profound influence on the writings of DH Lawrence and EM Forster, who were inspired by his bravery. He lived openly with his partner George Merrill for 30 years. His words are still quoted by gay rights activists today and he is buried at Mount Cemetery, Guildford.

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LEWIS CARROLL, NOVELIST (1832-1898)

The name Charles Ludwidge Dodgson might not be familiar, but you will probably recognise his pen name. Known more widely as Lewis Carroll, Dodgson was a prolific writer of poetry (including The Hunting of the Snark and Jabberwocky), and is most famous for his whimsical tales Alice in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass, which he wrote at The Chestnuts, his sisters’ home on Castle Hill in Guildford. Dodgson was also a respected mathematician, logician and photographer, lecturing in the first at Christ Church College, Oxford for 26 years. As an Anglican Deacon, he was also regularly asked to preach at the town’s oldest church, St Mary’s. He died of pneumonia at The Chestnuts in 1898 and is buried at Mount Cemetery. Sculptures inspired by his work stand in the castle grounds and on the bank of the Rivery Wey at Millmead.

CHERYL COLE, SINGER/TV PERSONALITY (1983- )

Recently given the moniker ‘The Nation’s Sweetheart’, Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Cole has had a mixed relationship with our town. Though she now has homes in Oxshott and Shackleford, Cole’s popularity and success very nearly didn’t happen. An incident in Guildford nightclub The Drink in 2003 resulted in an ABH conviction and the singer had to work hard to repair her reputation. She has since racked up 20 Top Ten singles with Girls Aloud and topped both the album and singles charts with her debut solo releases. Currently serving as a judge on ITV’s The X Factor, Cole has mentored the winning contestant two years in a row.

ERIC CLAPTON MUSICIAN (1945- )

He’s the only person to have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times. He’s a Grammywinning musical legend. But Eric Clapton began life in far less glamorous circumstances. Born at his grandparent’s house at 1, The Green, Ripley, Clapton was the result of a relationship between his mother and a married Canadian soldier stationed in England during the Second World War. After his birth, he was left in the custody of his grandparents, Rose and Jack Clapp, who he grew up believing to be his parents. Stints with bands such as Yardbirds and Cream earned him critical acclaim and his solo career has spanned three decades and numerous musical genres.

SIR ARTHUR CONAN DOYLE (1858-1930) NOVELIST/DOCTOR

Journey just outside Guildford to Hindhead and you may come upon a house called Undershaw. For ten years, this was the home of renowned writer and creator of Sherlock Holmes Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. A graduate of the University of Edinburgh, Conan Doyle was first and foremost a doctor, albeit not a very successful one. A lack of patients allowed him to begin writing in his plentiful spare time. He went on to pen 56 short stories and four novels featuring the famous detective, including The Hound of the Baskervilles, which was produced during his time at Undershaw. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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ROGER FRY ARTIST AND CRITIC (1866-1934)

Roger Eliot Fry was an artist, critic and prominent member of the cultural club The Bloomsbury Group. An established scholar of the Old Masters, Fry was the first individual to bring modern art to the British public. He designed and built his home Durbins on the outskirts of Guildford. Kenneth Clark, the art historian, said he was “incomparably the greatest influence on taste since Ruskin... In so far as taste can be changed by one man, it was changed by Roger Fry”.

TERRY JONES ACTOR/COMEDIAN/ WRITER/DIRECTOR (1942- )

Once the Head Boy of Guildford’s Royal Grammar School, Monty Python stalwart Terry Jones has helped to shape today’s television and film. The stream of consciousness format of the Python TV shows, initiated by Jones, was a marked changed from the traditional linear filming style. Jones went on to direct some of the Python team’s most celebrated works, including The Life of Brian and The Meaning of Life, as well as creating characters such as the infamous Mr Creosote.

PENELOPE KEITH CBE ACTRESS (1942- )

Despite a stint in the Royal Shakespeare Company and a theatrical career that spans four decades, actress Penelope Keith remains best known for her roles in the BBC sitcoms The Good Life and To the Manor Born. A lifelong resident of the area, Keith has served a one year term as High Sheriff of the county (she was only the third woman to hold the post) and is one of Surrey’s Deputy Lieutenants.

In recent years he has turned his hand to political editorials, particularly on the topic of the war in Iraq. These have been published in the national press and in a paperback collection titled Terry Jones’ War on War on Terror.

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JODIE KIDD MODEL/PRESENTER/ RACE CAR DRIVER (1978- )

EDWARD KELSEY ACTOR (1930- )

You might not have heard his name, but you have probably heard his voice. Edward Kelsey has played the role of Joe Grundy on Radio 4’ The Archers since 1985.

A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music, he is a prolific voiceover artist and has brought life to characters such as Baron Greenback in 80s kids favourite Dangermouse and more recently, Mr Growbag in Wallace and Grommit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit.

Guildford-born Jodie Kidd began her varied career at the age of just 16 when she was spotted by a modelling scout on a Barbados beach. Despite criticism of her ultra-thin frame in the early days, she went on to have a highly successful spell as a cover girl and high fashion model.

In 2008, she took part in BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, finishing in a respectable sixth place. She is also an established polo player, race car driver and regular presenter of TV coverage of sporting events.

BONNIE LANGFORD ACTRESS (1964- ) Former child star Bonnie Langford divides her time between residences in Weybridge and New York. She made her stage debut at just four months old and won the talent show Opportunity Knocks when she was six. She went on to appear in countless musicals. In the 1980s, Langford was the companion to the sixth and seventh Doctors in Doctor Who. For many years, she was a panto regular, but a stint on ITV’s Dancing on Ice resurrected her career and she has since made a return to the West End stage.

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RICHARD O’BRIEN ACTOR/ PLAYWRIGHT/ PRESENTER (1942- )

Sometime Shalford resident Richard O’Brien has an eclectic resume. After being raised on a sheep farm in New Zealand, he began a brief career as a stuntman before branching into musical theatre. In 1973 he wrote cult musical The Rocky Horror Show, which was adapted for the big screen two years later. In the 1990s, O’Brien was introduced to a new audience as the quirky, harmonicaplaying presenter of Channel 4’s The Crystal Maze. Since then, he has lent his voice to cartoon characters and appeared in cinematic classics such as Spiceworld and Dungeons and Dragons.

WILLIAM OUGHTRED MATHEMATICIAN (1575-1660)

William Oughtred started working life as the Rector at Albury before embarking on a career as an astronomer, collaborating with the inventor of logarithms, John Napier. He soon took a greater interest in mathematics and is credited with having created the slide rule, the first mechanical analogue computer, in 1622. This instrument enabled generations of mathematicians to complete complex calculations before the invention in the 1970s of the scientific calculator used today. Oughtred is buried on the Albury estate and a memorial plaque at the church he used to preach in commemorates him.

BILL PERTWEE ACTOR (1926- ) Cousin of Doctor Who’s Jon Pertwee, Bill Pertwee forged a successful television career of his own. Most memorable as ARP Warden Hodges, he appeared in nearly 60 episodes of the long-running Dad’s Army. He also cropped up in three Carry On films and as PC Wilson in You rang M’Lord?

Pertwee authored the book ‘Dad’s Army — The Making of a Television Legend’ and still serves as president of the Dad’s Army Appreciation Society.

MIKE RUTHERFORD MUSICIAN (1950- )

Founding member of Genesis, Guildford-born Mike Rutherford was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame earlier this year. Rutherford, another Charterhouse alumnus, founded the band while still at school after meeting Peter Gabriel, Tony Banks and Anthony Phillips.

While taking a break from Genesis in the 1980s, Rutherford formed a second band, Mike + The Mechanics. He went on to have numerous hits, including The Living Years and has collaborated with other artists such as Phil Collins.

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EH SHEPHERD ILLUSTRATOR/ARTIST (1879-1976)

The man made famous by his drawings of a little bear, EH Shephard lives on through the pages of Winnie the Pooh and The Wind in the Willows.

His talent for drawing was initially harnessed by the Royal Artillery during the First World War. From sketching combat areas and battery positions, he moved to work as a cartoonist for Punch. Shepard grew to resent ‘that silly old bear’, whom he brought to life while living in Guildford. He felt that these illustrations eclipsed his other works. His painting of Winnie the Pooh is the only known oil painting of the famous bear and it sold for just under £125,000 in 2000.

RINGO STARR MUSICIAN/ACTOR (1940- )

Richard Starkey came to prominence as Ringo Starr, drummer of The Beatles. After taking over from original drummer Pete Best, Starr offered up lead vocals on some of the band’s biggest hits including With a Little Help from My Friends and Yellow Submarine.

In the 1980s, Starr’s voice appeared in an altogether different medium, as the narrator of children’s series Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends. He lives in Los Angeles and Cranleigh and still tours with the All-Stars Band.

SAM SPARRO MUSICIAN (1982- )

Singer/Songwriter Sam Sparro is credited with the invention of a new genre in music. His ‘Wonky Pop’ style earned him a Grammy nomination and he came close to topping the UK singles chart with his single Black and Gold. Sparro lived with his cousins in Guildford in his late teens and continues to spend time in the area between tours.

ALAN TURING MATHEMATICIAN (1912-1954)

The knowledge of cryptographer and mathematician Alan Mathison Turing was instrumental in the development of the computer. However, it was his efforts during the Second World War that really earned him a place on our list. Working at Bletchly Park, Turing was head of ‘Hut 8’, the department responsible for deciphering German naval messages. The tools he developed to unravel these commands were the key to the success of the Enigma machine. A blue plaque acknowledging his achievements can be seen at his parents’ house in Ennismore Avenue.

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SIR BARNES WALLIS SCIENTIST/ INVENTOR (1887-1979)

What began as an experiment skipping marbles over the surface of water resulted in a mission that served as an essential morale boost for troops and ordinary Brits during the Second World War. Barnes Wallis’s Bouncing Bomb was created while he was a resident of nearby Effingham and it enabled the British forces to attack the dams of the Ruhr Valley in 1943. The successful mission was immortalised on screen in the 1954 film The Dam Busters.

PG WODEHOUSE NOVELIST (1904-1975) PG Wodehouse is probably the most fleeting of Guildford residents. Born at 1 Vale Place, Epsom Place in 1881, Pelham Grenville lived in the town for just two weeks. But the proof is on his birth certificate - he’s a Guildfordian.

His mother was visiting friends in the area when she gave birth prematurely. He was christened at St Nicolas Church before returning to the family home in Hong Kong. A prolific writer, Plum, as he was known, penned novels, short-stories and pieces of musical theatre, though he remains best known for his Jeeves stories.

HG WELLS NOVELIST (1866-1946)

Known as the ‘Father of Science Fiction’, Herbert George Wells was a prolific writer and social commentator. As a liberal pacifist, he spent much of his time thinking on the idea of utopia, a perfect society. This theme, and the idea of nature vs. nurture is seen in many of his works. He is perhaps most famous for the apocalyptic novel The War of the Worlds, which he wrote while living in Woking. The town is featured heavily in the book and a sculpture of the tripod fighting machine, The Martian, stands in Crown Passage.

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SHE’S ONE OF THE HIGHEST PAID ACTRESSES IN THE WORLD, BANKING PAY CHEQUES OF £10MILLION PER FILM. SHE’LL SOON BE ADDING TO THAT FORTUNE WITH THE RELEASE OF TWO MORE, SO JUST HOW DID NICOLE KIDMAN BECOME HOLLYWOOD’S GOLDEN GIRL?

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scar winning superstar Nicole Kidman has, for a long time, occupied the dizzying heights at the top of the industry pile. Numerous awards, fashion deals and product promotion have seen her grace countless red carpets over the years and secured her place on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

saw her break the world record for the most money paid per minute to an actor. She pocketed a reported £8million for the three minute commercial.

Having just wrapped filming on two more projects – an easy to watch rom-com entitled Just Go With It and the rather ominous looking Rabbit Hole – it looks like Nicole will be back on our screens in a big way.

Born in Honolulu, Hawaii, Nicole moved to Australia with her family at the age of four. She reached 5’11 inches at a young age and struggled with her height and complexion as a teenager.

But before all the glamour and glitz, growing up, the starlet was a quiet child. Intelligent, tall for her age and studious, at times she could have been described as outcast. As she got older, however, Nicole found a way to channel her skills into acting, a career that has since seen her reach the peak of fame and fortune.

“When I was growing up in Australia, the beautiful look was straight blonde hair and olive skin. I was fair-skinned redhead. I used to pray for God to give me tanned skin but if I tried to tan, I’d go red and peel. So I had to put zinc oxide on my nose, wear sun hats and cover up.”

So at what point did the awkward young Aussie turn into one of the most elegant and well-respected actors of her generation?

But when given an opportunity to act, something happened that dramatically changed the direction of her life forever. In one of her first appearances on stage, she was cast as a sheep in a typical school nativity play. Feeling the need to upstage the rest of the cast the young girl began bleating continuously through the performance - she was the focus of the play. Relishing the limelight, an actor was born.

But it’s not just her feature-length work that sees Nicole cashing in six figure sums. The Christmas adverts for the Chanel No. 5 perfume, which screened in the mid 2000s,

From there it became a hobby, then part of her education. On stage, she could craft new personas, creating a confidence of character she’d never known before. To begin with her

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Over three decades 43-year-old Nicole has appeared in more than over 50 movies, with 17 of these taking over $100million (£70million) at the box office. The star, whose more recent projects include The Golden Compass and Australia, is one of the highest paid female actors in the world, with a number of pay cheques in the region of £10million.

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parents, both their backgrounds in the sciences, were somewhat sceptical. “My parents thought it was nice to develop my imagination, but they never seriously thought that anything would ever come of it. They said that I couldn’t be an actress because I would be taller than all my leading men.” Undeterred and thrilled by the rush of entertaining, in 1982 the 15-year-old attended the Australian Theatre for Young People. The budding star took to dancing and mime, as well as conventional acting and had finally found a way to fully express herself. “Theatre was a place where I could go and just be somebody else. I was like, ‘I hate who I am, I hate how I look, I hate how I feel with all these hormones racing through my body’.” What started as escapism quickly escalated into a career and Nicole’s first onscreen performance was at the age of 16 in the Aussie kids’ film BMX Bandits. Despite its subject matter, the film acted as a great launch pad for Nicole’s career – a testament to the popularity of BMX bikes in the ‘80s. After a number of successful Australian TV and movie parts throughout the ‘80s she never looked back, finally achieving international recognition in the big budget American blockbuster, Days of Thunder, alongside husband-to-be Tom Cruise. Essentially a re-formatted Top Gun, Cruise’s big bucks vehicle from the 80s, Days of Thunder simply replaced his cocky US fighter pilot with a cocky NASCAR racing driver. Nicole played his doctor and love interest; their acting more than hinting at the off-screen romance blossoming between the two stars. As we now know, the pair went on to marry in December of 1990 and despite Nicole towering a full four inches above her husband, and his dubious links with the shady Church of Scientology, the pair became the ‘it’ couple throughout the ‘90s. “The marriage existed because it was two people in love,” she says of being wed to Cruise. “It’s that simple ... He basically swept me off my feet. I fell madly, passionately in love.” Along with Days of Thunder Kidman/Cruise performed well as the lead couple in two other well-received films of the decade. In Far and Away they portrayed an Irish immigrant husband and wife seeking their fortune in 19th Century America. More famously, they starred in the steamy Eyes Wide Shut, Stanley Kubrick’s final project. Noted for its overt sexual content and troubled lead characters, in a way the film marked both the on and off screen demise of the relationship.

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The pairing dubbed by the media as the ‘perfect couple’ divorced in 2001 and, as yet, haven’t appeared in the same project since. Blaming too much time apart and their careers for putting excessive strain on the relationship, the couple are said to have split amicably. In months after the divorce, Nicole put on a brave face, joking: “I can now wear heels.”

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after the split from Cruise but the following years proved to be her most productive and acclaimed. “My life collapsed.” She said of the time. “People ran from me because suddenly it was, ‘Oh my God! It’s over for her now!’”

though never intended as a box office smash, it did well with its target audience and maintains a respectable reputation. Following that she co-starred with Anthony Hopkins in the film adaptation of Philip Roth’s novel The Human Stain which received both high accolades as well as dismissive reviews.

Determined to prove them wrong she threw herself into her work, building on her back catalogue of 90s successes such as To Die For and Batman Forever. She released a string of critical and commercial successes, starting with Moulin Rouge! directed by fellow Aussie, Baz Luhrmann. It was a huge hit, earning Nicole an Oscar for Best Actress and winning numerous soundtrack and costume accolades along the way.

The third, Cold Mountain, was more of a mainstream success story, though still a far cry from the standard boy-meets-girl Hollywood cliché. The story follows two Southerners, Nicole Kidman and Jude Law, lovers separated by the American Civil War. With a great soundtrack, reminiscent of the Cowen Brothers’ O Brother, Where Art Thou?, and a star-studded cast, awards for the film flowed.

Following that came the chilling ghost story of The Others and the critically acclaimed The Hours, for which she garnered praise for her portrayal of Virginia Woolf. In the biography of the influential writer, co-starring Julianne Moore and Meryl Streep, Nicole won the holy trinity of film awards; taking Best Actress at the Golden Globes, the BAFTAS and the Oscars. It was at the LA award party for the Academy Award that she made her famously teary speech.

If juggling a high flying acting career wasn’t enough, while cultivating global fame Nicole had also made time to dedicate herself and her accompanying international clout to the children’s charity UNICEF. A member of its Australian arm since 1994, she was made a Citizen of the World ten years later when the United Nations deemed she had made a significant contribution to raising awareness of child poverty around the world.

“I do have to say,” she blubbed. “’Why do you come to the Academy Awards when the world is in such turmoil?’ Because art is important, because you believe in what you do and you honour that and it’s a tradition that needs to be upheld.”

In 2006 Nicole married once more, to the country singer Keith Urban after meeting at an LA event celebrating Australians living in the West Coast city. Their little girl, Sunday Rose Kidman Urban, was born in 2008. The family now spends the majority of their time at their Nashville, Tennessee home (just one of many dotted around the globe).

With this statement she seemed to be hinting at her next few roles. Essentially riskier and more art house projects, she seemed comfortable in marrying her love for acting with more experimental and intellectually challenging film.

Dogville, released in 2003, by Danish director Lars von Trier, was more of a recorded play than a conventional movie and

But don’t think Nicole’s hanging up her acting career just yet. With those two films on the horizon and Rose out of nappies, she’s back on screen. And, if her previous work capacity is anything to go by, she’ll be there for a long time yet… SO

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FASHION EDITOR MELISSA WOODLAND ON WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW THIS MONTH

Give it some welly Heading for a festival this month? With the British weather being far from reliable, it’s worth investing in a pair of ‘just-in-case” wellies to prevent your weekend becoming a washout. This Summer, welly specialists Hunter have teamed up with footwear favourite Jimmy Choo to design an imitation crocodile skin pair. Featuring leopard print lining, gold buckle hardwear and the signature lengthened buckle strap. Limited edition Hunter and Jimmy Choo Wellington boots £255, exclusively from hunterboot.com

Maxed out style If there is one must-have item for July, it’s the maxi dress. Printed or plain, halterneck, bandeau or longsleeved, jersey or cotton, the full-length dress is an essential element of your Summer style. They’re as at home on the seafront as they are in the office. If you’ve never tried one before, now is the time to be brave. Just make sure you find one the right length. (They should finish on the ankle bone) Long Elora Dress in blue £298, Alice by Temperley @ O’Keefe Fashion, 11 High Street, Esher.

Versatility If packing light is a priority for your annual trip to the ‘tropics’, you’ll want to pick versatile pieces that work together in a capsule wardrobe. Easily dressed up or dressed down, these gold, sunflower-inspired sandals fulfil the brief. Slip on with a sarong and hat and you’re your ready to hit the beach. Team with an elegant maxi dress and a few gold accessories when it’s time for dinner. Gold sandals £265, Marc by Marc Jacobs at matches.com

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It’s in the Bag Sunglasses, sun screen, a cardigan in case it gets chilly, an umbrella in case it rains, plus all the usual paraphernalia. There seems to be a lot more for you to carry around with you in the Summer, doesn’t there? Give your trusty tote a rest for a few months and treat yourself to a canvas holdall instead. Opt for one with a nautical theme, like this one from By Malene Birger, or choose a block colour bag in a summery shade. Striped tote £169, By Malene Birger @ Bakehouse, 2 South Street, Dorking

The trend for nude colourways is to continue right through the warmer months, so it’s time to update your wardrobe with lighter-weight fabrics. Look for chiffon overlays and sheer detailing to keep the style current. We love this delicate blush top with polka dots and ruffles from 3.1 Phillip Lim. Sheer silk top £245, 3.1 Phillip Lim @ cruisefashion.co.uk J U LY 2 0 1 0

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If you want to stand out on the beach, statement print shorts are the way to do it. We love these barcode print Vilebrequin swim shorts. Ocean barcode swimwear £105, Vilebrequin @ menalamode.com

Continental style Little Belter

Now, how do you hold up your new Summer trousers? Black and brown leather belts have their place, but might be a tad too formal for your casual July look. Watch out for a softly-coloured woven belt like this pale blue Havelock piece from Reiss. Its leather trim and solid weave ensure it’s a versatile option. Havelock belt, £59, Reiss, Market Street, Guildford.

We may be in the grip of World Cup Fever, but that’s no excuse for letting your style slide. Most men’s fashion houses have given a nod towards the footballing event, releasing polos, hats and t-shirts in team colours. So, you can look good while being patriotic. World Cup polo shirts, £95, Ralph Lauren @ House of Fraser, High Street, Guildford.

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Finding the right Summer trousers can be tricky. Jeans are too heavy (and hot!) and linen only looks good for about ten minutes before it creases. A well-tailored, soft-toned pair with a high cotton content could be the solution. Cool and lightweight, these 100 percent cotton trousers by Balenciaga should be a wardrobe staple. Cotton trousers £335, Balenciaga @ matches.com

If you’ve been wearing the same selection of shirts for your nights out with the boys, it may be time to trade in block colours for something more exciting. The latest collection from British designers Eccentric Shirts features playful patterns that will certainly make you stand out at the bar. Plus, for every Union Jack shirt sold, the company will donate £10 to Help for Heroes. Stylish and philanthropic! Lulu shirt £95, eccentricshirts. com

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MANY OF YOU WILL HAVE EMBARKED UPON A ‘GET A BEACH-READY BODY’ REGIME BY NOW. YOU’LL BE HITTING THE GYM, BODY-BRUSHING AND SLATHERING ON THE FAKE TAN TO ENSURE YOU’RE READY TO BARE A LITTLE SKIN. NOW IT’S TIME TO PICK OUT THE ALL-IMPORTANT SWIMWEAR TO SHOW OFF ALL YOUR HARD WORK

Back to Black Slimming and chic, the black onepiece swim suit is anything but dull. Block colour can be forgiving of imperfect silhouettes, plus they are more easily accessorised than prints. We like: The halter-neck shape of this black number from Aspiga. £72, aspiga.com

Little gem Not everyone wants to accessorise when they’re on holiday, so look for a swim suit that incorporates a bit of bling. Chain straps, sequins and glitter thread embroidery adorn the latest collections. We like: The all-out glamour of this jewel-encrusted bikini by Aguaclara. Top £100, bottoms £75, House of Fraser, Guildford.

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Spot the difference If you’d like a change from your standard black and white swimwear, but aren’t brave enough to go for colour, choose a playful print instead. Polka dots are reminiscent of ‘50s frivolity and jazz-up the conventional colour palette. We like: The gold ring detailing on this barely-there polka dot twopiece from Pistol Panties. £110, pistolpanties.com

Two-tone A bandeau bikini is a great option if you’re petite. Monochrome is elegant, and perfect for setting off your tan. We like: The Chanel-esque embellishments on this two-piece from Myla. £65, myla.com

Citrus twist If you like the idea of giving colour a try, pick a suit with contrasting details or patterns. Eyecatching shades will ensure you stand out from the crowd. We like: The purple ruffle trim on this lime green Red or Dead one piece. £64.75, redordead.co.uk.

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Wild thing Going somewhere exotic? Why not be a little more adventurous and go for an animal print. Pick a print that complements your skin tone to make the style a roaring success. We like: The simplicity of this leopard print halterneck bikini by Melissa Odabash. £129, Top Drawer, Angel Gate, Guildford.

Inject a taste of the tropics with a flash of colour. You might not want to go for head to toe vibrancy, but colour on a black swimsuit, or mis-matched block colour separates liven up your look. We like: The vivid lime bandeau top of this Seaspray strapless suit. £65, House of Fraser, Guildford.

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elf-confessed fashion junkie, Jenny Brough is always looking to see what’s in style and how people are wearing the latest looks.

“I love how clothes can make people look completely different. Simple clothes can be just as effective as eccentric clothes; it all depends on how you wear them.” It was during an internship at a London studio that Jenny (25) brought her passion for clothes and photography together. After graduating with a degree in photography, she embarked upon a series of placements with celebrity and portrait photographers, including the world famous Rankin, in order to gain experience. While working as an assistant on one shoot, she was offered the chance to take a few pictures of her own. On seeing one of

the resulting photos, ‘Red Shoes’ (above), Jenny was instantly hooked on the genre. She now hopes to one day rank alongside photography legends Testino and Leibovitz. “Everyone is involved in fashion one way or another and for me it’s something that I find totally interesting and inspiring. “I love how no two fashion photographs are ever the same, you can come across the same outfit in different magazines and find there’s no comparison simply because of how they have been photographed. “Everyday I come up with new ideas to try and am constantly building up my portfolio. There’s no end to fashion and that’s why I love it. You never get bored of it and fashion will never go ‘out of fashion’!” jennybrough.co.uk

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What your little darlings should be wearing, seeing and doing this month Words: Melissa Woodland

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Rock-a-by-baby Tired of the usual pastel-shades of baby wear? Bon Jovi drummer Tico Torres was, so he’s developed an edgy range of rock-inspired clothing for tots, all in black, white or grey. The collection includes baby grows, vests and bottles, all with more than a hint of the rock star. Rock Star Baby Deluxe Starter Set £82 rockstarbaby.com

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You may not want to encourage your offspring to draw on the walls, but if you’re keen to develop any artistic tendencies, the Join the Dots wallpaper is a fun way to go. Just paste the paper to the wall in the usual way, then let your little ones loose with pens and pencils to create their own dotty masterpieces. It won’t be long before you join in. Join the dots wallpaper £50 per roll, coxandcox.co.uk

To Infinity... Buzz, Woody, Mr Potatohead and the Toy Story gang are back with a new adventure. Owner, Andy, is heading off to college, which means his faithful childhood friends are being given away to a children’s nursery. How will they escape their new toddler playmates? Odeon Cinema, Bedford Road, Guildford from Friday 23 July.

Every child loves a space to call their own. Whether it’s a home-made den at the end of the garden or a precariously balanced tree house, it’s somewhere for them to play, relax and see their friends, and is usually out of bounds to grownups. With the Summer holidays fast approaching, now is the time to invest in something a little more long-lasting and commission a playhouse to fit your outside space. From fortresses to weatherboard residences, pretty much any design is possible – you can even incorporate climbing frames, swings, slides and storage.Playhouses from £2,000, theplayhousecompany.co.uk

Short Story What little boy wouldn’t love to wear crocodile print. We’re not talking about faux snake skin, we’re talking about miniature crocodiles all over the place. These shorts from swimwear specialists Crocodile are also available in a cheeky monkey print and a jungle-inspired elephant pattern. Swimshorts £24.99, Crocodile @ Trotters, White Lion Walk, Guildford. J ULY 2 0 1 0

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IT’S THE PERFECT COMBINATION. A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HOME JUST A FEW MINUTES AWAY FROM THE HUSTLE AND BUSTLE OF TOWN LIVING. ORCHARD HOUSE HAS IT ALL WORDS MELISSA WOODLAND

AT A GLANCE… Location: The Street, Shalford Type: Detached Price: £1,750,000 Floors: 2 Bedrooms: 6 (main house), 1 (converted barn) Bathrooms: 3 (main house), 2 (converted barn) Added extras: Converted barn, tennis court, river frontage Contact: Pewleys Estate Agents 01483 304344 pewleys.co.uk

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Currently on the market at £1.75million, Orchard House is just over a mile south of Guildford’s High Street. Its countrified location belies its proximity to all the essential town amenities. And despite dating from the 1820s, the property is not short on mod cons. The house is approached via an imposing circular driveway. The whitewashed exterior is simple and elegant and the oculus (round window) above the front door echoes the symmetry of the drive.

Once through the door, you find yourself in an imposing entrance hall with a turning staircase leading up to the first floor. To your left, an expansive drawing room, beautifully illuminated with natural light. To your right, a luxurious kitchen leading through to the dining room, family room and play room. The drawing room is spacious and airy, thanks to the windows adorning three walls. A classically proportioned fireplace provides a focal point and two sets of French doors lead out onto a patio area and Orchard House’s well-kept gardens. The kitchen/breakfast room is the perfect size and style for entertaining. Slate floors, light sycamore cupboards and granite worktops suggest luxury and the well-placed breakfast bar (right next to the fitted, temperature-controlled wine storage cupboard) is the ideal place to enjoy a glass or

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ts name evokes picturesque images of a cottage tucked in amongst apple trees, but Orchard House is on a slightly different scale. It is in fact a sprawling residence, set in extensive grounds, and boasts its own converted barn in case the six bedrooms in the main house aren’t enough.

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two with friends. If you’re a fan of entertaining on a larger scale, the open kitchen extends into a spacious dining area, complete with exposed beams and more French doors. This could comfortably host dinner parties for ten or twelve and is certainly the hub of the house. The other end of the kitchen leads to two further reception areas; a family room and play room, both overlooking the garden. A second ante-room leads to a downstairs cloakroom and well-equipped utility room. Now that we’ve found our way round the cavernous ground floor, it’s time to head upstairs to explore the six bedrooms. The master bedroom, along the galleried landing at the furthest end of the house, is most impressive. Two large windows look onto the gardens and the 20ft (6.2m) long room is abutted at either end by an ensuite bathroom, (complete with roll top bath and separate shower) and a dressing room with fitted cupboards. The focal point of the ensuite bathroom is another occulus. Carved wooden shutters frame this unusual window, which lets in a surprising amount of light. The bathroom is large enough to accommodate a freestanding roll top bath and a sizeable walk-in shower. The rust-coloured slate flooring brings a warmth to what could have been a cold room. The second bedroom also boasts a full ensuite bathroom, while each of the other four bedrooms are bright and spacious. If the 3,500 square feet (325 square metres) of the main house isn’t enough, or perhaps you want to house an au pair or grandparent nearby, the property’s converted barn is just the place. The Barn boasts two generously sized reception rooms, spiral staricases and two bathrooms. The mezzanine level bedroom in the eaves is huge, even factoring in the sloping roof. The grounds of Orchard House are particularly special. Backing on to the River Tillingbourne, the wooded gardens extend beyond an acre. Distant views to The Chantries and the tennis court give the property the feel of a luxurious country club. A picturesque location, great local pub, stunning grounds and vast accommodation. What more could you ask for? SO

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FROM SAUNA SHOWERS AND CAST-IRON BATH TUBS TO TELEVISIONS AND WET ROOMS, HERE’S HOW TO TURN YOUR BATHROOM INTO THE HEIGHT OF BOUTIQUE HOTEL-STYLE LUXURY

Splashing out WORDS NANCY CREMORE

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athrooms, like kitchens, sell houses and given the current state of property market getting the right bathroom to suit your home is essential. Gone are the days of the boxy avocado suite and brown shagpile bath mat.

The most desirable bathrooms now are those which have moved away from the purely functional, and offer us a touch of luxury, even glamour. Think extra-deep baths to wallow in, gold-plated fittings and calming light effects. These are the elements that will add value to your home and create stunning focal points. Bathrooms should ideally act as an extension of the style statement made throughout the rest of your home. So for example if you live in a three-storey Victorian townhouse complete with cast iron fireplaces and ornate armoires, why not add these to your bathroom if you have the space? Or, if you prefer a more contemporary look, you could turn your bathroom into the epitome of modernism using granite, marble and acrylic-based materials such as Corian in simple bold colours and then add in features like bathroom sound system, television or touch-screen shower.

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Alternatively, choosing one beautiful statement piece and building your room around it works equally well. For example, a free-standing bath could be complemented by gold-effect tap fittings and shower-head, a Victorianstyle decorative screen (which can be picked up from flea markets and car-boot sales) and ornate lighting (see the Elena bathroom, from Ripples). Whatever you choose, it’s about having fun and playing around with all the new technology and styles on offer to create a room that you just won’t want to leave.

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ROBYN BAILEY DESIGNS Creating inspirational interiors Whether you need inspirational ideas to update one room or for a whole house refurbishment, it certainly helps having the expert advice of a professional interior designer to create your dream interior. It can save you time, money and the stress of organising and sourcing everything yourself.

Showroom at: 102 West Street FARNHAM Surrey GU9 7EN 01252 712989 www.woodfloors-farnham.co.uk

Telephone or visit our website for more details and book an appointment www.robynbaileydesigns.co.uk Tel: 01403 871221 robyn@robynbaileydesigns.co.uk

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FOR HIM This striking bathroom is from the Ripples Luna range. This new style spells confidence - in the overall look as well as in the details, washbasin white with vanity unit with high black gloss finish (£826). Mirror cabinets (£689) and tall wall units (£525) can be added to complete the look.

FOR HER One of the latest trends in bathroom design is the wet room, an open shower area which flows into the rest of the room. They are particularly good for small rooms as their open plan nature gives an illusion of space. The Tickled Pink wet room from Ripples features a Dornbracht rain shower head (£349) which acts as the focal point of the room, and Bisazza Marlene mosaic tiles (from £185). Installing a wall hung toilet and basin adds to the spacious feel by freeing up the floor.

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No more fighting over the bathroom sink, in the Play bathroom at Bathstore there are two of everything! The semiinserted basins (£99) look stunning sunk into the deep-red counter top, and they are both mirrored, literally, by bevelledeffect illuminated mirrors above (£199). The lighted mirrors are suitable for zone 2, meaning they are safe to use just outsidethe bathing area. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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TO RELAX This Evok white acrylic bath (£4,410) from West One Bathrooms has builtin chromatherapy controls. Rooted in Ayurveda (an ancient form of Indian medicine) Chromotherapy is based on the premise that certain colours are infused with healing energies. Blue for example is said to promote communication and knowledge, eliminate toxins, and is used to treat liver disorders and jaundice, whilst red energises and stimulates. As well as colour, this bath also has aromatherapy controls with two aromatic blends, one for relaxation and one for energising.

TO ENTERTAIN The first of the next generation Aquavision from Ripples. This 17.1 screen with a 16:9 aspect ratio, widescreen, rather than standard ‘square’ picture means they have spared nothing in producing this state of the art system. Aquavision is designed to form an integral part of your every day life whether it be in your bathroom or wet room. This unit has a thickness of just 60mm with dimensions of just 371 x 516mm and has a choice of 3 glass finishes. Aquavision retail Price From £1,700.00 inc vat. SO

STOCKISTS: Bathstore 01483 449 090 bathstore.com Ripples 01737 226 450 ripples.ltd.uk West One Bathrooms 01342 822 422 westonebathrooms.co.uk

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bubinga.co.uk produces contemporary and traditional furniture to a high quality. Our diverse product range continues to grow and now includes bedrooms from Casavida, bespoke luxury rugs from i2k and the full range from Content by Conran. NEW SHOWROOM OPENING TIMES: Monday - Friday 9-6 Saturday: 10-5 Sunday: 10-4

Phone: 01252 781144 Fax: 01252 781155 Bubinga ltd, 2 Farnham Trading Estate, Farnham, SURREY GU10 9NN

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Bloo ming marvellous CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW

CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW PLAYS HOST TO EXHIBITORS FROM ACROSS THE WORLD, INCLUDING A FEW FROM OUR PATCH, AND IS CONSIDERED TO BE THE FIVE DAY EVENT THAT MARKS THE START OF THE SEASON. BEFORE THE QUEEN ARRIVED FOR HER TOUR, SO GUILDFORD HAD ITS OWN EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW (AS YOU’D EXPECT FOR SUCH A MAGAZINE) OF ALL THE HORTICULTURAL HIGHLIGHTS AND CAUGHT UP WITH A COUPLE OF MEDAL-WINNING EXHIBITORS FROM SURREY

WORDS MELISSA WOODLAND

Growing success Windlesham-based plant specialists Crocus supply plants to Chelsea show gardens every year. In many cases, their team are the ones who bring the designers’ visions to life. And 2010 was especially successful for the plants men. Not only did their flora contribute to the Gold Medal won by the Laurent-Perrier Garden, their work with designer Andy Sturgeon for The Telegraph Garden was awarded the prestigious Best in Show title. The Crocus team has grown plants for the show gardens at the Chelsea flower show every year since they opened in 2000. This year’s Best in Show title is their fourth in five years and brings their total number of Gold Medals to 13.

Flower art Away from the grand scale of the gardens, individual exhibits in the Floral Design Marquee are a chance to showcase expertise in a specific area. And designers at the Guildford Flower Club were rewarded for their efforts with a Gold Medal. Sue Nice and Pattie Hendrie entered Nature’s Face – Tectonic Shift, an arrangement of Phaelenopis Orchids, Airplants and twisted vines. Pattie Hendrie said winning the medal was special. “It was an amazing experience and it was a privilege to work with Sue. “We were so pleased to achieve the club’s first Gold Medal at Chelsea.” J U LY 2 0 1 0

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CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW

CHELSEA ATTRACTS GARDEN-LOVERS AND SOCIAL BUTTERFLIES (LIKE US), AS WELL AS A FAIR FEW FAMILIAR FACES. WE BUMPED IN TO A NUMBER OF THEM ON OUR WALK ROUND THE PLACE AND THEY WERE ALL MORE THAN WILLING TO BE PICTURED BY OUR SO GUILDFORD PHOTOGRAPHER. HOW MANY DO YOU RECOGNISE?

Celebrities enjoying the sunshine and flowers included Piers Morgan, Jamie Oliver, Ainsley Harriott, Bill Bailey, Lulu, Nigel Slater, Bill Oddie, Carol Klein, Alan Titchmarsh, Chris Beardshaw, Nick Knowles, Christopher Biggins, David Bellamy, Floella Benjamin, Lesley Garrett, Raymond Blanc and Ronnie Wood.

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FARNHAM-BASED BUBINGA IS NO ORDINARY FURNITURE COMPANY. THIS FAMILY-RUN BUSINESS MIGHT OPERATE WITH OLD-FASHIONED VALUES, BUT AESTHETICALLY THEIR PRODUCTS ARE AS MODERN AS THEY COME

he idea for Bubinga emerged a number of years ago when the company’s founder and head designer, Darren Dent (pictured), was in a local shop selling designer contemporary furniture. When a sales person asked him if he liked a particular piece, Darren spoke his mind, saying despite its attractive design, it was obviously overpriced and poorly produced. At this, the sales assistant said something along the lines of: “If you think you can do better yourself, then why don’t you?’ Taking the comment more literally than the shopworker intended, he did, and in 2005 Bubinga was born. The company takes its rather exotic name from a luxury African rosewood. As hard as rock, its fine-grain texture and attractive veneer makes it an ideal decorative wood, particularly when contrasted alongside more familiar materials such as maple, oak and walnut. The custom-built furniture of Bubinga often features a number of woods of complementary shades. Particularly popular are their modern, highly stylish striped designs. With over 20 years of experience in the cabinet-making industry, owner Darren Dent now designs and sells some absolutely stunning contemporary and traditional works. From intricate and bold statement pieces, to neat touches to finish of your home, there’s a massive variety available at their newly opened showroom. Not just a

furniture maker, Bubinga also stock items from some of the country’s leading furniture houses. But it’s the word ‘bespoke’ that stands out here as an integral part of the company’s ethos. With a skilled workforce of designers and cabinet makers, Bubinga can offer furniture from kitchens, bedrooms and staircases to period paneled rooms. Bubinga is not only a stylish furniture producer, but also a green one. Nick Yuen, who runs the Farnham showroom, explains: “A popular aspect of furniture at the moment is sustainability and the environment. We use only ethically sourced or FSC woods and, where possible, locally produced components. This makes it easier to trace the chain of custody and environmental compliance. “We have found with all furniture manufacturing processes there is an element of wastage. At our factory we usually have a pile of wood offcuts from ongoing projects. So we’ve designed and manufactured a range of environmentally friendly furniture using recycled offcuts of hardwoods that we laminate into large boards.” These large boards are then cut to specification and used to produce some of Bubinga’s most popular pieces, such as the Snappy chair; perfect as an office chair, or breakfast bar seat. And the good news is that you could soon own one of these fantastic chairs along with an Eco desk from this environmentally friendly range. See the page opposite for our exclusive Bubinga competition. SO

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THERE ARE SOME GREAT GOLF COURSES IN AND AROUND GUILDFORD BUT IF YOU FANCY A CHANGE AND ARE THINKING OF HEADING FOR THE MEDITERRANEAN THEN FORGET PORTUGAL OR SPAIN AND TRY SOMETHING DIFFERENT

or years, Portugal and Spain have enjoyed something of a monopoly on the finest golfing destinations in the Mediterranean, but they may be about to face quite a challenge from Cyprus.

When it comes to golf, Cyprus is the new kid on the block it only boasts three courses, but there are ambitious plans for another 14 in the next few years to turn the island into another golfer’s paradise. If the impressive courses at Aphrodite Hills, Secret Valley and Minthis Hills are anything to go by, Cyprus is well on its way to becoming a utopia for golfers of all abilities. I teed off my experience at the opulent surroundings of the Aphrodite Hills Resort, a fabulous five-star development in a plateau overlooking Petra tou Romiou, the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love. This five-star resort oozes elegance, with many of its 290

rooms and suites fit for a king, although it also boasts an 18-hole championship golf course, designed by Cabell Robinson, Europe’s leading course architect. It’s spectacular, but for 150 euros (£125) a round, you expect something special! Built on a mountain, it is separated by a dramatic ravine, so buggies are essential to complete the course in a day. The journey from second green to third tee is about a kilometre in itself, but this is nothing compared to the perilous, rollercoaster-style descent to the seventh. You drive your cart down narrow twists and turns, daring not to take your eyes off the road ahead, to reach a glorious tee shot over a 160 metre gorge towards a luscious green surrounded by olive and carob trees. The next hole is again impressive, with the massive eighth green seeming to teeter on the edge of the Mediterranean. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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Every hole is an event in itself, and is a fantastic experience. Aphrodite Hills has plenty for golf widows and families too; it also features a first-class tennis academy, a beach club, and a multi-purpose sports court for children with anything from volleyball to mini-football. The surrounding region of Paphos is steeped in local history and culture as well. Taste the local vintage at a nearby winery and wine museum, or try your handiwork at workshops which turn out traditional Cypriot clay pots. Completing our rounds in near darkness, we headed back to base, the five-star Columbia Beach Resort in the picturesque coastal village of Pissouri, for a traditional Cypriot meze, a constant supply of small dishes of meat and fish, including delicious barbecued octopus, all cooked to perfection. Smaller than Aphrodite Hills resort, the Columbia is equally luxurious. With elegant suites around the main pool, a stone’s throw from the sea, this hotel is rightly regarded as one of the best in the region. After a day’s golf, what better way to relax than in the hotel’s spa, with highly-trained therapists on hand to massage aches and strains away? Next up was Secret Valley Golf Club, a short drive from Aphrodite Hills, and a course within a colourful, picturesque valley. An ‘easier’ proposition than the previous day, but hardly one to be taken lightly. The course has a stunning new clubhouse, redeveloped in 2006, and manager Stelios Patsalides sums up the course perfectly: “The views of the surroundings, combined with the design efforts, create a unique and memorable golfing experience.” Quite right. Although less glamorous, Secret Valley still had an air of grandeur, in the setting of a natural amphitheatre with the hills looming up to create a bowl. It felt the most ‘British’ of the three - and the rain we encountered made us feel decidedly British too. While we got drenched by a heavy downpour, rare in these parts, but welcome for the rain-starved country, this was Cyprus, so we were soon dry and the round completed in bright sunshine. We then moved up the road to Paphos, a city festooned in history and an archaeology lover’s delight, whether it be the immaculately preserved mosaics at the House of Dionysus near the popular harbour, or the World Heritage site of the Tombs of the Kings. Our home for the next couple of nights was the impressive Almyra Hotel, the first-ever hotel built in Paphos in 1972. Originally the Paphos Beach Hotel, it was re-named Almyra after a huge renovation in 2003. A very modern-feeling complex, the hotel offers the J U LY 2 0 1 0

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ultimate in ‘resort chic’ and our Aethon Sea View rooms resembled mini-villas with a balcony overlooking the sea. We lived like kings for two days. One of the main selling points of the Almyra is the Almyra Spa, which promises “to create a holistic approach through health, beauty and fitness”. With luxury treatments ranging from Fragrant Flower Rituals to Mountain Herb Retreats, the Spa provides a pampering to ease any painful memories of poor shots on the fairways. Our final golfing destination was Minthis Hills near the village of Tsada, just 15km north-east of Paphos, another venue of breathtaking beauty. Built in 1994 by Donald Steel, the course underwent massive renovation before reopening in June 2007. A new clubhouse is under construction. The club’s temporary base, a ramshackle-style building, might lack the ‘wow factor’, but the course has that in spades. Afterwards, the clubhouse restaurant served a cracking mixed grill. At an altitude of 550 metres above sea level and with meandering hills all around, Minthis provides a stunning vista of the Cypriot countryside and offers a really challenging 18 holes. Stand-out hole is the 14th right on the edge of the course, where the tee has been cut out of the side of a hill, with a drive over a valley of out-of-bounds shrubbery and olive trees, with ominous perils awaiting those brave enough to have a blast at the hole perched above the valley, some 250 metres away. Just enjoying the beautiful Cypriot sunshine and countryside was a delight in itself, but to do it while playing a round was pure heaven. If you’re seeking a new challenge, Cyprus is definitely the place to take your clubs too. And make it snappy before the secret’s out about a new golfing paradise. SO

Key facts ■ Best for: Year-round sun and three fine courses. ■ Time to go: Early Autumn and Spring - it’s not too hot and island is in bloom. ■ Don’t miss: Tombs of Kings, Paphos, a World Heritage site. ■ Need to know: They drive on the left in Cyprus, so driving is no problem. ■ Don’t forget: To go native for traditional Cypriot meze.

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here’s nothing men enjoy more than setting fire to stuff in the garden. And Summer gives us an excuse to do exactly that with a great barbeque lunch.

But just because it’s a barbeque, don’t go down the usual steak and chicken route. Raid the country larder! Forget Kerry Katona, let her go back to Iceland for her 25 reclaimed meat burgers for £1. I’m sticking with my personal motto of Food from a Farm, Not a Factory.

UNUSUAL DISHES So, let’s look at lots of different wild dishes from Pigeon Pittas to Venison Chops and Bunny Burgers. Plus, there’s a modern twist with rosemary skewered sausages and we finish up with local strawberries with marshmallows and a dustbin full of popcorn. Life doesn’t get much better. The Italians like a barbeque but not your Aussie style gas burner. They cook what

they refer to as ‘alla brace’, which basically means cooking over wood embers. To start, get a load of seasoned oak logs and split them. Make a tepee shaped fire and light; leave for about 20 minutes until it’s really going. Then knock the fire flat to reveal half burnt wood with lots of glowing charcoal and embers. Think barbeque on a beach or Scouts’ camp. It might seem like a lot of work, but it is so worth it, as a wood fire gives all the meat a fantastic smoked flavour. It imparts so much more character to the food than your standard gas burn up or supermarket charcoal. Why not make your Summer barbeque party a family affair? Get the kids away from the telly and involved in stuffing sausages with rosemary, skewering strawberries, and then setting fire to the whole lot in the back garden. They’ll love it.

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OUR MAN JULIAN LEEFEGRIFFITHS GIVES FREE REIN TO HIS WILD STREAK WITH A SOMEWHAT DIFFERENT APPROACH TO THE SUMMER BARBEQUE

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Wild food Pigeon pittas Super easy stuff - just barbeque one pigeon breast per person for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes per side, then rest on the edge of the barbeque for a few minutes, liberally season with salt and pepper (s&p), then cut into four. Slice a warm pitta and fill with salad, pigeon and serve with a cucumber, yogurt and mint dip. To make the dip, take a tub of Greek yogurt, a quarter of a diced or julienned cucumber and 4 to 6 mint leaves ripped up, add lots of s&p and mix.

bunny burgers It sounds cruel but trust me, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s delicious. First, catch your two rabbits or alternatively buy them from the butcher. Take the loins off the saddle and strip

the meat off the back legs, chop finely or stick through a mincer if you have one. Add the equivalent amount of minced venison and pork. Mix in a large bowl with 2 egg yolks, s&p, a handful of finely diced red onion, two chopped cloves of garlic and a teaspoon of fresh thyme. Form into patties and grill for 4 minutes each side. Stick in a bun with salad, mandatory pickled gherkin and a slug of garlic mayonnaise.

venison chops Buy some Venison Chops from the butcher and ask him to leave the rib bone long. Marinate for 3 hours in olive oil, garlic, rosemary and a whole lemon roughly chopped and squeezed. Cook alla brace for 4 minutes a side then rest and serve with Salsa Verde.

Rosemary Sausages Get a handful of good, fat, meaty sausages and find an old bush of woody rosemary. Cut several long sprigs (the woodier the better) and skewer the sausage lengthways. Toss on barbeque, turning frequently. Delicious!

Tin foil tomatoes On a big sheet of tin foil, place a large handful of halved new season vine tomatoes, some sliced red onions, basil, a small splash of balsamic vinegar, s&p. Add a dash of Pernod and a few chillies if feeling a bit spicy. Wrap up and bake on the top of barbeque for half an hour or so. Serve with some freshly torn basil over the top.

tomato salsa Roughly chop fresh local tomatoes, 1 clove of garlic finely chopped, sprinkle with Malden Salt, liberal black pepper and a large dose of finely chopped

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OUR WINE SUGGESTIONS The nice thing about the great British barbeque is that literally anything goes when it comes to quenching your thirst whilst slaving over the hot coals or embers. But these three little lovelies are ideal for any occasion and match a variety of dishes. Gran Sasso Montepulciano D’Abruzzo 2008 - £6.99 – The complete opposite to the majority of Montepulcianos on offer. Forget the thin rather weedy usual offerings out there. This dry red is rich and velvety and packed full of ripe blackberry, cherry fruit with soft, fine tannins and juicy, balanced acidity. Also shows notes of dark chocolate and some savoury, sweet herbal notes. Langlois Chateau Cabernet de Saumur Rosé 2007 - £9.99 – This dry, complex rosé hails from France’s Loire Valley and is made from the more unusual Cabernet Franc grape. This salmon coloured wine

young, fresh rosemary. Dress with good Extra Virgin Olive Oil.

KID’S PUD Let the kids burn themselves on the fire (no, not really but do let them have some fun). So, take some water soaked wooden skewers and make up a few strawberry and marshmallow brochettes. With a pair of tongs let them roast over the last embers of the barbeque. Serve with some warm chocolate sauce for dipping.

DUSTBIN POPCORN For the more adventurous out there, try Dustbin Popcorn. Take one small, new metal dustbin, place on barbeque with a light covering of sunflower oil in the bottom, let the bin heat up for about 5 minutes, then add a whole bag of corn kernels, pop

includes the usual flavours of wild strawberry and raspberry alongside subtle peach and apricot notes. Perfect with summer salads and grilled fish. Plantagenet Chardonnay 2007 - £13.99 – From the relatively cool climate region of Great Southern this wine is extremely elegant with a refreshing, long clean finish. Loads of lemon fruit flavours, melon, quince with a creamy subtle vanilla flavour. Ideal with salads, grilled fish and barbequed chicken.

the lid on, shake the bin vigorously and return to the heat. Let the kids tell you when it’s ready from the sound of the popping!

DRINKS Sup whatever you like. To help you decide we’ve recommended some great wines (above) to go with Summer barbeque food so check them out. We also make a Prosecco and Summer Fruit Cocktail – simply whiz up some raspberries to a pulp with a table spoon of sugar and a good squeeze of fresh lime juice. Pour half an inch into a Champagne flute with a dash of Cointreau and top with Prosecco. Alternatively, mix the raspberry puree with lemonade for the kids. Now you’ve done all the hard work, bring on the best the British Summer has to offer – and enjoy! SO J U LY 2 0 1 0

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OUR RESIDENT FOODIE DAMIAN COTTON HAS SOMETHING OF A TASTE FOR THAI CUISINE, SO WE SENT HIM ALONG TO WHAT IS CLAIMED TO BE ONE OF THE BEST IN THE SOUTH. BUT IS IT?

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hai food is a complex and subtle cuisine. Influences from neighbouring Burma, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia and the Yunnan province of China as well as nearby India have produced a very varied menu.

That menu has subsequently incorporated elements of Portuguese, Dutch, French and Japanese cooking, perhaps most significantly the chillies introduced from South America by Portuguese missionaries in the late 17th century. Thai cuisine is noted for its balance – all meals should contain hot (as in spicy), salt, sweet, sour and bitter flavours. It has a strong tradition of high class cookery – the Thai Royal style of cookery served to the Ayutthaya dynasty is equivalent to French Haute Cuisine in its sophistication and complexity, with extraordinary complexities of presentation, including lavish garnishes of ornately carved vegetables and fruits. In the UK, Thai food has mostly taken two directions – the high end, formal exotic Royal style at restaurants such as the Blue Elephant in London where the meal is taken surrounded by massive floral displays and you leave with a huge hole in your wallet; and contrarily family run places, with a nod towards décor and service and fairly authentic dishes that rely as much on takeaway as dining in. There has also been a strong fashion for pubs to employ Thai chefs to meet the beery demand for fried and spicy food. But there is a third way – proper restaurants serving good quality food in comfortable surroundings at manageable prices. One of the most reputed Thai restaurants in the South is Thai Terrace in Guildford where my Editor has reserved me a table. Entering from the ground floor of an undistinguished building, one is disgorged from the lift on the seventh level into an elegant contemporary space with a floor to ceiling window along one wall that delivers a fine view over the town. The space is open and well lit, the sofas and low tables of the bar leading into a thoroughly well designed restaurant with an up-to-date modern feel and enough Thai touches in the furniture (and especially the beaten metal cutlery) to provide a touch of authenticity. The stylish high-backed bamboo chairs are comfortable, too.

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The staff are mostly Thai nationals, many of them students at the University of Surrey, and a very pleasant and friendly team they make. Seating me to get the best of the panoramic view, spiced crackers and water are brought unasked while the menu is examined.

Thai preparation. The duck is meaty, lean and has a rich gamey flavour that is tempered by the light spicing and complemented by the nutty flavour of the tiny crisp nuggets of rice – the textures are as important as the tastes – and by the shredded vegetable and coriander leaf base of the dish.

As Thai Terrace is the daughter restaurant of the town’s renowned Rumwong, the expectations are somewhat high. The menu is fairly comprehensive, with a bias towards northern Thai dishes, with representation of the other regions, including the familiar red and green curries and ubiquitous Pad Thai noodles. The only thing missing for us is our favourite Chiang Mai sausages, but they are seldom found in the UK.

Finally, some Moo Phad Makheua Yao (£9.70) – a stir fried dish of pork, aubergine, capsicums and fine beans. All are just cooked through – Thai food has a strong emphasis on retaining clean flavours by not overcooking. The sauce is rich and spicy with a mild but lingering chilli finish, and is lifted by the inclusion of a lot of holy basil leaves with their delicious aniseed notes.

We begin with the mixed Hors D’Oeuvres (£9.85) to sample a variety of starters. Served with three dips – satay sauce; lime, chilli and nam pla; and sweet chilli – all made here and vastly superior to commercial versions, we enjoy a sesame prawn that does exactly what it says on the tin... a skewer of grilled chicken with a subtle flavour that has a hint of turmeric and, thankfully, no sauce already applied (your reviewer is allergic to peanuts and few Thai restaurants manage to remember the request to omit them)... minced pork with lemon grass, again grilled on a skewer and while not a pretty item, tastes fabulous... fried squid (not bad, but the batter could be lighter)... and the outright winner, a spring roll stuffed tightly with vegetable shreds, chicken, bean thread noodles and a background hint of star anise. It is crisp, grease free and perfect with the lime, chilli and fish sauce dip. Unlike most UK Thai restaurants, Thai Terrace is not cluttered with art and other objets nor are the walls covered in carvings that call to mind a Hawaiian tiki room. There is a little bit of gilt statuary that pleases the eye without distracting, and some pleasant abstract and floral paintings and representations of the Buddha with more gold, and some well-judged floral displays. On to main courses. The presentation of the dishes is very fine, with nasturtium flowers and freshly carved radishes as edible garnishes. Our meal is based around traditional sticky rice (Kaow Neaw £2.80), here a little longer grained than usual and not quite as fragrant as can be achieved, but pleasing enough.

It can be tricky to match wine to spicy food, but the glass of Chilean Chardonnay (£3.90) is rich and oily enough to hold its own against the dominating chilli and lime of the food. As well as the comprehensive wine list (which includes a section of “Fine Dining” wines for really special occasions), there is a large range of cocktails – some of which will be a better marriage with spicy food than most wines. Desserts are not a normal end to a meal in Thailand – fresh fruit being preferred – but we are in Guildford, so we’ll try a pudding. Initially, the menu disappoints, as the card lists a bunch of bought-in Italian ice cream based desserts. They are good quality, but not what we are looking for. Fortunately, the back of the menu has a selection of homemade Thai sweets (more likely to be consumed as an afternoon snack or treat back home) for a mere £4.75, as well as a mango Brule and green tea cheesecake. This turns out to be a result – while unusual, the Thai desserts are delightful – a warm coconut cake soaked in palm sugar syrup (like a Thai Rum Baba) is a bit grey but tastes fantastic; sweet red bean paste coated sticky rice in a lotus leaf wrapper with a steamed bean curd topping has a great mix of textures and tastes; and best of all is the “custard” – a sweet omelette served in bundled shreds – absolutely wonderful. And all of them go perfectly with a strong espresso. So, a top notch location with the best view in town, generous portions of good food, and superior quality service from charming people. Thai Terrace fully deserves its good reputation. SO

The first dish chosen is Gai Yang Jim Jaew (£10.20), a barbecued chicken dish originally from the Laotian border of Thailand. Here it is made from boneless, skin on, chicken thighs – probably the best way to serve this dish – and is marinated in a mix of turmeric, fish sauce, a little garlic, coriander root and lots of white pepper plus a hint of oyster sauce; it is then grilled to a succulent, crisp, chewy, tender perfection. Served with a fresh and thick dip of lime juice, fish sauce and crushed raw chillies, it is a fine rendering of a classic dish. Duck salad is a little different from what the name conjures – Laab Pehd (£8) is a warmish dish of grilled duck meat mixed with sliced onions, mint leaves, chilli, and ground roasted rice, with a lime juice and lemon grass dressing. At once meaty and refreshing, it is again a Lao influenced Northern

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Gourmet Guide

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Our handpicked selection of some of the best tables in town L’Aroma 16 High Street, Woking GU21 6BW 01483 770 742 Cuisine: Italian

Mandarin Restaurant 13 Epsom Road, Guildford GU1 3JT 01483 572 293 Cuisine: Chinese

The Rose Valley 50-52 Chertsey Street, Guildford GU1 4HD 01483 572 572 Cuisine: Indian

Son of Sombrero 52a Chertsey Street, Guildford GU1 4HD 01483 453 434 Cuisine: Mexican

Asiana Indian Restaurant 114 Hermitage Road, St Johns, Woking, GU21 8TT 01483 488 122 Cuisine: Indian Toby Cottage Restaurant High Street, Ripley, GU23 6AF 01483 224 225 Cuisine: English

The Thai Terrace Sydenham Road, Guilford GU1 3RQ 01483 503 350 Cuisine: Thai Drake’s Restaurant The Clock House, High Street, Ripley, GU23 6AQ 01483 224 777 Cuisine: European/ Modern European

The Albany Pub & Dining Room 80 Sydenham Road, Guildford GU1 3SA 01483 572 410 Cuisine: British Little Dudley House 77 South Street, Dorking Surrey RH4 2EU 01306 885 550 Cuisine: European Bel and the Dragon Bridge Street, Godalming GU7 3DU 01483 527 333 Cuisine: British Laluna 10 Wharf Street, Godalming, GU7 1NN 01483 414 155 Cuisine: Modern Italian

Giraffe 215-217 High Street, Guilford GU1 3BH 01483 300 277 Cuisine: Modern Eclectic

Auberge 274 High Street, Guildford GU1 3JC 01483 506 202 Cuisine: French

Carlos Trattoria Newlands Corner, Guildford GU4 8SE 01483 224 180 Cuisine: Italian

Jamie’s Italian 13 Friary Street, Guildford GU1 4EH 01483 600 920 Cuisine: Italian

Loch Fyne Centenary Hall, Chapel Street, Guildford GU1 3OH 01423 230 550 Cuisine: Sea Food

CÔTE Bistro 35 Castle St, Guildford GU1 3UQ 01483 579714 Cuisine: 01483 579 714 Cuisine: French

Ha! Ha! Bar and Grill 16-17 North Street, Guildford GU1 4AF 01483 573 534 Cuisine: European

Cambio Restaurant 2-4 Sooth Hill, Guildford GU1 3SY 01483 577 702 Cuisine: Italian

The Inn at Maybury Maybury Hill Woking GU22 8AB 01483 722 115 Cuisine: Modern British

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MOTORS

WHEN PAUL BRIGHTMAN AND PATRICK LLOYD-JACOB MET OVER 30 YEARS AGO, THEY HAD LITTLE IDEA THAT THEIR PASSION FOR CARS WOULD FORGE A LIFELONG FRIENDSHIP AND CREATE ONE OF THE MOST RESPECTED COMPANIES IN THE FIELD OF CLASSIC CAR RESTORATION

here’s something about the cars produced by Rolls-Royce and Bentley that eclipses the reputation of other luxury car manufacturers around the world. Is it the unequivocal British design, the seemingly relentless pursuit of luxury, or something less tangible? “There’s an iconic feeling of success about them,” summarises Paul Brightman, one of the partners behind Royce Service and Engineering, based just in between Reigate and Dorking. “Owning one, for some people, really is a dream come true.” And he’s right. Looking out over the long, gleaming bonnets parked in uniformed lines around the garages of the company, each car gives off its own sense of prestige and affluence. Whether it’s the stunning competition-winning powder blue Bentley S1 Flying Spur (valued at £150,000), or one of the Rolls-Royce Silver Shadows (worth between £5,000 and £25,000) dotted around the site, they’re magnificent cars. But the reason we’re still able to appreciate these cars – some of them built over six decades ago – is down to the work of Paul, Patrick and their co-workers at Royce Service. The company has, for the last 27 years, lovingly restored, serviced and (in some cases) fully rebuilt these elegant legends from Britain’s manufacturing heyday.

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“Barclays had already taken on all their 16 apprenticeships for that year and chosen from something like 300 applicants,” Patrick recalls. “So Paul and I were offered the option of working on the petrol pumps for a year, cleaning the windscreens and topping up oil on the cars. Then they’d look at us favourably when selecting apprentices in the next year’s intake. “We didn’t know each other at all. And it coincided that I worked on one shift on the pumps and Paul worked on the next, so by chance we met.” Eventually the pair gained apprenticeships, were trained and then taught others the techniques of working on the luxurious saloons. Eventually, in 1983, after discovering a niche in the market of people looking for a better quality of customer service than offered at the main dealers, they took out a loan and set up the new company on their own. “We had no money really,” says Patrick. “So we got an overdraft facility and leased a 2,000 sq foot unit in Ashtead, Surrey. We were 24 then… the hardest thing was when the bank manager said ‘what’s your business plan?’ And we didn’t have a business plan, we just wanted to work on the cars. “The bankers couldn’t work out what we were doing; while we were at Jack Barclays we were taking home something like £100 a week working 38 hours. Then with the new business, we’d be taking more like £50 a week, working up to something like 80 hours.” The partnership may have come about through a chance meeting, but it’s one that’s thrived through a genuine enthusiasm for the cars themselves. Paul explains: “There’s an enjoyment factor that hasn’t gone away, even after so many years of being involved with these cars. I still find it’s a nice feeling, the driving of the cars and living with the cars. There’s still a real passion.” It’s this passion that the two owners share and one that really shines through when they talk about the vehicles. A maroon Silver Shadow in a row of Rolls and Bentleys stands out as a particularly fine example of a car built some 40 years ago. “This car won a concours event a number of years back and we’re preparing it for this year as well,” says Patrick showing off the quality craftsmanship inside and out of the car. “It’s had a complete new paintjob and all new interior trim. So, the leather and walnut woodwork’s been done inside and under the bonnet, it’s as it was when it left the factory. If not better.” As well as the restoration and service work carried out by Paul and Patrick’s team – who boast a wealth of experience between them – there are a number of classic and later generation vehicles dotted around the site for sale. There must be around 30 on display. “It’s mostly enthusiasts who buy from us,” says Patrick. “They’re people who like nice things, owning these cars is like owning a nice antique really. Most of them will only do a few thousand miles a year, if that. They’re for sunny weekends, special occasions and that sort of thing.” But there’s no reason you have to keep these motors solely as specialist ‘for the weekend’ cars anymore. One thing Royce Service and Engineering offer is upgrading these classics to drive and act a little more like modern saloons. New styles of suspension can be fitted for extra comfort, air-conditioning can be added for the summer months and power steering or ABS brakes are also available to help handle and stop these big cars. The morning’s drawing to an end, but on leaving I’m told a story about one customer who thanked Paul and Patrick for the service completed on his car. He said that the experience he got with Royce Service and Engineering was nothing like a modern garage; it was friendly, the workmanship was quality and it was re-assuringly old-fashioned. It’s an ethos that, in many ways, is reflected in these Rolls-Royces and Bentleys themselves. SO royceservice.co.uk

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Royce Service and Engineering, Rolls-Royce and Bentley Specialists UK

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Owners of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars demand the highest standards of service and maintenance for their vehicles and we are here to provide just such a service. We pride ourselves in having one of the most experienced Rolls-Royce and Bentley service teams in the UK whose individual skills are complemented by a well-equipped workshop with the latest computer diagnostic equipment. Our staff are capable of tackling any job from routine servicing to full renovation, coachwork and trim repairs. Our high standards of workmanship are complemented by affordable labour charges and value for money is assured. We hold a chosen selection of Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars. For up to date sales and stock visit our website.

Telephone: 01737 844999 E-mail: enquiries@royceservice.co.uk

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Maserati say all its vehicles have style and luxury as well as high performance and after driving the Gran Turismo last year we agree. But what of their new Italian stallion? words Nick MOORE

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aserati is a car brand that conjures up all the right images. The problem was that for too long, the achingly cool Italian heritage was fronting up for a lacklustre product range.

The good news for anyone with a soft spot for the classic Maseratis of the 50s and 60s, or a spare hundred grand to spend on a luxury saloon or sports car, is that the company looks to have turned the corner. The latest crop of cars is worthy of the trident badge and none whisper Maserati more seductively than the GranCabrio. Maseratiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fiat Group overlords detached it from Ferrari in 2005 and are aligning it more closely with Alfa Romeo these days. The brand had appeared to lose its way in the 80s and 90s but turned a profit for the first time in 17 years of Fiat Group ownership in 2007, something that was largely thanks to the introduction of the GranTurismo coupe.

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In combination with the Quattroporte saloon, the car signalled a repositioning of Maserati into a more luxurious Italian performance car brand. The GranCabrio, the opentopped version of the GranTurismo only strengthens its hand in this area.

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Engine choice isn’t a Maserati forte and those with an aversion to petrol V8s will need to look elsewhere. It’s a good thing that there’s very little not to like about the hugely charismatic 4.7-litre engine that powers the GranCabrio and the other modern Maseratis. With 440bhp at 7,000rpm, owners can expect that sports car intensity at the top end with a beguiling exhaust note to match but there’s also 490Nm of torque at 4,750rpm so it should be perfectly possible to leisurely waft the GranCabrio around at speeds more suited to showing-off. A 175mph top speed and 5.4s 0-60mph sprint time will leave nobody in any doubt as to the car’s potency. A Maserati should be beautiful and with the GranTurismo, this manufacturer showed it has regained a firm grip on what makes a car gawp-worthy. The GranCabrio appears to have shed none of the coupe version’s elegance and poise in the process of losing its roof. The replacement for the hard-top is a traditional canvas item that takes a leisurely 28 seconds to lower, but then, the GranCabrio is touted as a full four-seater convertible and a 2,942mm wheelbase would appear to back this up.

With 14 exterior paint shades, six different canvas colours for the soft-top roof, a variety of interior leather options and cabin trim finishes ranging from Dark Chrome to Moonwood, there’s huge scope to let your personal taste, or lack thereof, run wild. Included is a BOSE audio system and an advanced dual-zone climate control system. There’s even a bespoke luggage set specially designed to fit the 173-litre boot on the options list. With an asking price that’s homing in on the £100,000 barrier, the Maserati GranTurismo is pitched against some illustrious rivals. Customers may also have considered top-end versions of the Mercedes SL, the Aston Martin Vantage Roadster and BMW’s M6 convertible but even in this company, the Maserati badge holds a powerful allure. Assuming you’re imagining that some seriously prohibitive running costs will accompany the GranCabrio, the actual running costs aren’t as frightening as you might think. The car returns around 18mpg on the combined cycle but you might get as much as 25mpg on the open road if the temptation to plant the throttle can be resisted.

The roof has a lot of cabin to cover and should be forgiven for taking its time. At least the conversion process can happen at speeds of up to 19mph. The advantages of a canvas roof are clear for Maserati. As well as being the traditional method by which classic open-topped models like the A6G Frua Spyder, 3500 GT Vignale Spyder and Mistral Spyder kept the weather out, it helps the car retain its aerodynamic shape and optimum weight distribution. The GranCabrio has the same high level of aerodynamic performance as the hard-top GranTurismo, a lower centre of gravity and the same slightly rear-biased weight distribution. Great pride is taken by Maserati in its ability to offer a whole host of bespoke trim and colour options to its customers.

CO2 emissions are measured at 354g/km, so taxation will be hefty but that’s about as predictable as the group 20 insurance. None of this matters unduly in a car costing £100,000 and owners could always plant a hectare or two of forest in their back garden to salve their environmental conscience. Convertible sports car buyers who find Ferraris and Lamborghinis too extrovert, Aston Martins and Jaguars too stuffy and offerings from BMW and Mercedes-Benz too clinical, now have an alternative that blends beauty with performance and class. The GranCabrio is a good approximation of just what Maserati is capable of in the modern era and even pitched against the finest open-top sports cars around, it’s equipped to stand out. SO

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Maserati Grancabrio £97,500 20 0-62mph 5.4Sec / max speed 175mph 18.5 mpg (combined) length 4875mm width 1890mm height 1370mm

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OUR ROUND UP OF SOME OF THE BEST NEW STAGE, STAND-UP AND THEATRE SHOWS TAKING PLACE IN SURREY AND THE CAPITAL THIS MONTH

Waxing Lyrical – The Story of Madame Tussaud

Chris Addison

What? Fresh from his new-found fame earned on The Thick of It, one of the best stand-up comics to have emerged in recent years is coming to Guildford. Chris Addison’s show offers intelligent, warm and uplifting comedy guaranteed to earn the laughs. Where? West End Centre, Guildfor d When? Thursday July 1 Web? kiosk.iristickets.co.uk

What? A new one-woman play exploring the events following Marie Tussaud’s escape from the guillotine, when she toured Britain for thirty three years with her travelling wax cabinet, fighting off competition against a background of fire, riot, betrayal. Where? Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford When? Saturday July 3 Web? yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

The Railway Children What? To coincide with the 40th anniversary of the Academy Award nominated film, Mike Kenny’s new adaptation of E. Nesbit’s novel The Railway Children will be performed at a unique venue... Where? Waterloo Station, London When? Sunday July 4 to Saturday September 4 Web? railwaychildrenwaterloo.com

Orpheus – The Mythical What? Students from The Orpheus Centre and Guildford School of Acting come together at Guildford’s Yvonne Arnaud Theatre to present Richard Stilgoe’s Orpheus – The Mythical in an original retelling of the classical Greek literature. Where? Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford When? Wednesday July 20 to Saturday July 24 Web? yvonne-arnaud.co.uk JULY 2 0 1 0

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Educating Rita What? Much to the dismay of her husband, Rita has recently discovered a passion for English literature and enrols with the Open University. Her fresh reaction to the classics challenges the attitudes of the University. With Tim Piggott-Smith and Laura Dos Santos. Where? Trafalgar Studios, London When? Thursday July 8 to Saturday October 30 Web? trafalgar-studios.co.uk

Shirley Valentine

Dave Goreman

What? Shirley, played by Meera Syal, is a middle-aged Liverpudlian housewife who talks to the wall when preparing her husbandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dinner. Sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stuck in a rut, so when her best friend Jane pays for a holiday for them to Greece she packs her bags and heads for the sun. Where? Trafalgar Studios, London When? Tuesday July 20 to Saturday October 30 Web? trafalgar-studios.co.uk

What? Classic man-with-a-mic stand-up David Goreman is fast-becoming a national treasure. With a comedy show on BBC2 on the horizon and a growing fan-base catch him live before international fame beckons. Where? West End Centre, Guildford When? Monday July 5 Web? kiosk.iristickets.co.uk

The Importance of Being Oscar What? The Importance of Being Oscar is a tribute to Wilde himself. A theatrical luminary and flamboyant socialite, his private and public lives are creatively juxtaposed here with extracts from his poems, letters, plays and novels. Where? Yvonne Arnaud Theatre, Guildford When? Monday July 26 to Wednesday July 28 Web? yvonne-arnaud.co.uk

Sweet Charity

What? Sweet Charity follows the misadventures of love encountered by the gullible and guileless Charity Hope Valentine, a woman who always gives her heart and her dreams to the wrong man. Where? Theatre Royal Haymarket, London When? Now until Saturday January 8 Web? sweetcharitywestend.co.uk

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if you’d like a change from your standard black and white swimwear, but aren’t brave enough to go for colour, choose a playful print instead. polka dots are reminiscent of ‘50s frivolity and jazz-up the conventional colour palette. We like: The gold ring detailing on this barely-there polka dot twopiece from Pistol Panties. £110, pistolpanties.com

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Citrus twist if you like the idea of giving colour a try, pick a suit with contrasting details or patterns. eyecatching shades will ensure you stand out from the crowd. We like: The purple ruffle trim on this lime green Red or Dead one piece. £64.75, redordead.co.uk.

Back to Black slimming and chic, the black onepiece swim suit is anything but dull. block colour can be forgiving of imperfect silhouettes, plus they are more easily accessorised than prints. We like: The halter-neck shape of this black number from Aspiga. £72, aspiga.com

Little gem not everyone wants to accessorise when they’re on holiday, so look for a swim suit that incorporates a bit of bling. chain straps, sequins and glitter thread embroidery adorn the latest collections. We like: The all-out glamour of this jewel-encrusted bikini by Aguaclara. Top £100, bottoms £75, House of Fraser, Guildford.

Colouring in inject a taste of the tropics with a flash of colour. you might not want to go for head to toe vibrancy, but colour on a black swimsuit, or mis-matched block colour separates liven up your look. We like: The vivid lime bandeau top of this Seaspray strapless suit. £65, House of Fraser, Guildford.

Wild thing going somewhere exotic? why not be a little more adventurous and go for an animal print. pick a print that complements your skin tone to make the style a roaring success. We like: The simplicity of this leopard print halterneck bikini by Melissa Odabash. £129, Top Drawer, Angel Gate, Guildford.

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aserati is a car brand that conjures up all the right images. the problem was that for too long, the achingly cool italian heritage was fronting up for a lacklustre product range.

the good news for anyone with a soft spot for the classic Maseratis of the 50s and 60s, or a spare hundred grand to spend on a luxury saloon or sports car, is that the company looks to have turned the corner. the latest crop of cars is worthy of the trident badge and none whisper Maserati more seductively than the grancabrio. Maserati’s fiat group overlords detached it from ferrari in 2005 and are aligning it more closely with alfa romeo these days. the brand had appeared to lose its way in the 80s and 90s but turned a profit for the first time in 17 years of fiat group ownership in 2007, something that was largely thanks to the introduction of the granturismo coupe. in combination with the Quattroporte saloon, the car signalled a repositioning of Maserati into a more luxurious italian performance car brand. the grancabrio, the opentopped version of the granturismo only strengthens its hand in this area. ▼

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FROM RAP TO FOLK, WE REVIEW SOME OF THE LATEST SOUNDS EMANATING FROM THE WORLD OF MUSIC B.O.B. - The Adventures Of Bobby Ray

US rap’s latest prodigy, Bobby Ray Simmons Jr, seems to want to be Kanye West. He’s got the bling, he’s got the rhymes and is probably showing MTV Cribs around his mansion as you read this. But while The Adventures Of Bobby Ray is full of inoffensive radio-friendly tracks that are bound to appeal to kids the world over, it lacks the wit, depth and impact Kanye conveys. From its string of cross-over collaborations (including Hayley Williams from Paramore) to its glossy production, this is music by focus-group. Like the star of a CG martial arts action adventure movie, B.O.B. might have all the moves but he wouldn’t last five minutes in a real dust-up.

We are Scientists - Barbara

Following the slightly disappointing Brain Thrust Mastery, this collection of 10 songs is a welcome return to form for this off-beat four-piece. Although it never quite matches the fizzing vibrancy of the New York-based group’s breakthrough With Love and Squalor, this album does exude some of that energy and exuberance. Opener Rules Don’t Stop has a funky fast bass line which sets the furious pace for the album which is packed full of achingly hip tracks such as I Don’t Bite with its syncopated beats and jangly sing-along lyrics while the pace only slows occasionally for Pittsburgh and for the more melancholic Jack & Ginger. Fans will be delighted; newcomers will want to learn more.

Robyn - Body Talk pt.1

Robyn is back with a new album Body Talk pt.1, which will be the first of three album releases for the singer in 2010. It’s consistent, strong and has everything that you would expect. The Swedish pop star starts off with Don’t F*****g Tell Me What To Do - jumpy electro track with lyrics full of frustreria, through previously sampled Fembot with great robotic backing voices. The real centrepiece is a sad pop song Dancing On My Own which resembles her previous hit With Every Hearbeat. Other great pop and electro tracks include Cry When You Get Older, None of Dem feat. Royksopp and Dance Hall Queen fused with ska rhythm. Robyn’s pure vocals shine in a ballad Hang With Me with beautiful sound of strings and piano. The album ends with a traditional Swedish folk song Jag Vet En Dejlig Rosa which has a nostalgic feel to it, almost like saying goodbye to the loved one.

Oasis - Time Flies 1994-2009 They came out of Manchester, they saw that the world was there for the taking, and they most definitely conquered it. And here are the singles to prove it. The majestic swagger of Supersonic, Cigarettes & Alcohol and Live Forever still sound immense today, while the criminally under-rated Whatever is a work of soaring string-filled genius. Don’t Look Back In Anger and Wonderwall have attained National anthem status, while The Importance Of Being Idle and Falling Down show that Noel retained his magic touch in the later years. All time greatness? Definitely - not maybe. J U LY 2 0 1 0

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