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GUERNSEY’S LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE

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LITTLE CHAPEL

CATHERINE & JEAN

Check out these stylish cocktails with bartender Andrew

We look at the new, improved and infamous little chapel

We talk all things fashion with former Guernsey Girl

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JESSAMY BALDWIN

POLLY TAPPER Recently relocated from Melbourne, Polly works in financial services, and she also teaches yoga!

SAMATA RUSSELL

Jessamy is an avid globetrotter and freelance journalist. Originally from ‘The Rock’, she now lives in Bristol where she writes on travel, food, literature and current affairs.

Sam is a mum, a writer, a healer and a goofy nature lover.

THEO LEWORTHY

ANNA COLEMAN

MISTY DOOKUN

Theo likes writing, philosophy, and playing the guitar. He can be reached at theo@worthycreative.co.uk

Anna is passionate about books, essential oils, making (mostly edible) food and off-road cycling.

A self confessed sniffer with a passion for (all types of) food; in Moo’s spare time she is normally found fast asleep and dreaming of sausages!

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LITTLE CHAPEL

CATHERINE & JEAN

Check out these stylish cocktails with bartender Andrew

We look at the new, improved and infamous little chapel

We talk all things fashion with former Guernsey Girl

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EDITOR'S

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So my first edition is done and dusted and I hope you enjoyed it - welcome to my second where we move onto the theme ‘Stylish’. May is a big favourite here at GSYLife as it happens to be when 2/3 of our birthday's fall - celebrations all around! "Fashion is about dressing according to what’s fashionable. Style is more about being yourself”- Oscar De La Renta. Being ’stylish' is pretty subjective and it’s personal to each of us. I love the fact that each and every one of us has different tastes and different styles - it’s what helps to make us all the individuals we are. I would say my style consists of constantly changing hair and blowing all my money on clothes that I definitely do (not) need. In this month’s edition we explore the stylish side of Guernsey. As small and unknown as we are, we’ve got a picturesque style that compares to no other! We explore different concepts of ‘stylish’ from the classic fashion and beauty to gardening to drinks to travel! Fashion and style wise we look at Catherine & Jean - a creative accessory brand set up by a former Guernsey girl that speaks for itself when you see the products. We discoverhow to keep stylish whilst working out with Polly. Our wonderful hero's of the month are keeping the island's older residents in style with their charitable acts! Is there anything more in-style than travelling right now? The world is our oyster so make sure you don’t miss the beautiful monthly feature from our Island Girl Abroad and find out how to travel in style in Britain with Julia Hands from Hand Picked Hotels. A smile never goes out of style - Stay happy, stay stylish! Happy Reading - see you next month!

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CONTENTS THE

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ISSUE #14 UPFRONT ��04 Credits �� 06 Editor’s Note �� 07 Contents �� 08 Take a Break ��10 Island life: Events calendar ��12 Feature: Pet Hero ��16 Photograph of the Month ��18 Hero of the Month �� 20 Community News �� 22 Social Circles �� 24

LIFESTYLE ��29 Feature: Little Chapel �� 30 Feature: Literary Festival �� 34 Fashion: Catherine & Jean �� 36 Health: Yoga with Katie Brock �� 40 Travel: Island Girl Abroad �� 44 Travel: The Great British Getaway �� 48 Drink: Cocktails with Andrew �� 50

PROPERTY �� 63 Opinions: Expert Analysis �� 64 Feature: Channel Island Ceramics �� 66 Agents: Property For Sale and Rent ��70-84

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BUSINESS �� 85 Feature: Tree Surgeon Phil Collenette �� 86 Business Grill: John Clacy �� 90 Workspaces: Copenhagen �� 94

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UPFRONT / TAKE A BREAK

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WHAT’S ON This month’s hottest events going on in Guernsey, Herm and Sark; everything you need to know!

05.05.17

TEDXSTPETERPORT st pierre park hotel

The TEDx program is designed to help communities, organisations and individuals to spark conversation and connections around the simple idea of ‘ideas worth spreading’. TEDxStPeterPort comprises of 20 talks, with 15 live speakers and five recorded TED talks. for latest

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ART WORKSHOP FOR ADULTS frances lemmon studio

Using traditional ways of working with oil paint we will be layering paint on top of a prepared earth base coat. The cost of the workshop is £55 which includes all materials and light refreshments.

09.05.17

LIBERATION DAY WITH MARK KNIGHT fusion nightclub

Join DJ Mark Knight in Guernsey for Liberation Day at Fusion Nightclub. 10:30pm www.eventbrite.com

10.05.17 - 13.05.17

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island wide

st peter port

GUERNSEY LITERARY FESTIVAL This will be the island’s fifth literary festival and will feature its usual heady mix of talks and workshops by wellknown fiction and non-fiction writers and performers, including novelists, biographers, children’s writers, dramatists, poets, TV producers and film makers. And there will be music. British television, Clare Balding, will be a main speaker at this year’s Guernsey Literary Festival!

SEAFRONT SUNDAY WITH TASTE GUERNSEY Join Taste Guernsey for this Seafront Sunday event. On Sundays throughout the summer St Peter Port seafront is closed to traffic and transforms into a sea of market stalls and al fresco dining. Take part in cookery demonstrations and free tastings of traditional dishes. Browse stalls selling local produce and crafts – or simply take advantage of the al fresco dining and watch the world go by.

for ticket information and to see the new names as they sign up visit

www.guernseyliteraryfestival.com

12.05.17

18.05.17 - 21.05.17

GANDEYS CIRCUS the track

LIGHT UP THE TAV the fermain tavern

join Pete Frampton & friends featuring Silverados and Shades of Blue for a night at the tavern to help raise funds for the St Peter Port Christmas lights! from 7:30pm to late tickets are £15 www.christmaslights.gg/gig

This award-winning show, featuring an array of international artistes, is an unmissable treat. Gandeys’ reputation for producing premier circus productions worldwide for nearly 100 years is second to none. Only the best artistes from around the globe are selected to entertain you all at the Track on Atlantic Avenue. for information on times and tickets visit www.visitguernsey.com

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GUERNSEY AERO CLUB OPEN DAY guernsey aero club

A special open day for the family at the Guernsey Aero Club, so you can get up close with local aircraft and watch various demonstrations. Take a trial 20 minute flying lesson, watch the airport action up close, see various special airport vehicles such as the Air Search Islander, Air Ambulance, Airport Fire Truck, Air Scouts Jet Provost cockpit, try a pro flight simulator and take part in competitions for prizes. There will also be a BBQ and afternoon tea. 11.00am until 4.00pm no need to book.

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21.05.17

GUERNSEY ULTRA island wide

A 36 mile race around Guernsey. This is an ideal race for those wanting to step up to ultra distance. With the checkpoints further apart than you may be used to when running marathons, this will accustom you to the more selfsufficient way that most ultra races are run. start at 7:00am at the liberation monument in st peter port registration

6:00 - 6:30am.

race briefing 6:45am

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£40

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UPFRONT / EVENTS CALENDAR

28.05.17

A TRIBUTE TO ROBBIE WILLIAMS cobo bay hotel

The cobo balcony gig season is in full swing. Enjoy a tribute to Robbie Williams supported by a tribute to the Police. Lunch bookings available on the beach terrace - Call 257102. music from 3pm after party until midnight

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WORLD AID WALK from market square

29.05.17

GAZEBO GIGS @ THE FARMHOUSE the farmhouse hotel

A Tribute to Michael Bublé Round off the Bank Holiday weekend with a delicious lunch followed by songs from the “Canadian King of Swing”, who has sold over 30 million albums worldwide. £30 per person (children under 12 £15)

Since it began in 1970, the World Aid Walk has raised approximately half a million pounds to help people in need around the world. The 47th World Aid Walk looks set to be as popular as ever, with a new sponsor Sarnia Hotels. This is a picturesque 20km walk that’s suitable for all the family, although children from year 6 upwards can walk unaccompanied by an adult. Find out how to register online at www. worldaidwalk.org.gg. 09:00 am start

27.05.17 – 28.05.17

THE BIG GEEKEND

guernsey museum at candie

31.05.17

PAVAL HASS QUARTET st james concert hall

Pavel Haas Quartet - The world famous string quartet from Prague. “They are simply matchless today” Sunday Times “Acclaim and the Pavel Haas Quartet are familiar bedfellows – after all, they did win Gramophone’s Record of the Year for their Dvořák.” Gramophone starts at 8pm tickets: £18, £12 & £8 available from guernsey tickets

The Big Geekend is your opportunity to embrace everything geek. The weekend has talks, displays and tutorials from experts and enthusiasts of all things nerdy. Learn about Minecraft, prepare your best Cosplay, brush up your chess skills or try out Morris dancing.

28.05.17

GSPCA ANIMAL WELFARE SEAFRONT SUNDAY st peter port seafront

This family event is a ‘must’, with an abundance of stalls and fun for all

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the family – all with an animal theme. Islandmums will be there supporting the GSPCA again this year with our popular chalk drawing. There will be fancy dress, mascot five-a-side football, a fun dog show and an animal-free animal show, plus much more!

28.05.17

GUERNSEY RACE FOR LIFE saumarez park

Take part in this popular event suitable for all abilities, uniting women with one purpose: to beat cancer. Walk, jog or run 5km starting from Saumarez Park, whilst raising valuable funds for research. Children are welcome to join in – go to raceforlife.cancerresearchuk. org to register. 11:00 am start

For more family entertainment ideas and access to over 150 offers with local businesses, visit Islandmums.com.

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LIBERATION DAY 9th may 2017

09:00 - 18:00 @ town seafront

Liberation Seafront Monday 09:00 - 17:00 @ CROWN PIER

Facepainting by Joni 09:15 - 09:45 @ TOWN SEAFRONT

Inter Schools Liberation Relay 10:00 - 17:00 @ CROWN PIER

InfLatable ZonE 10:00 @ COBO SLIPWAY

Liberation Day Slipway Service 11:00 @ TOWN CHURCH

Liberation Church Service 11:00 @ CROWN PIER

The Bonkers Balloon Show & Workshop 11:00 @ YOUTH ZONE - BUS TERMINUS

Long Port Group Quarter Pip & Team Extreme 12:00 @ CROWN PIER

Dance Zone

14:15 @ Commences at Pembroke

Liberation Cavalcade 14:00 - 17:00 @ CASTLE CORNET

Music at Castle Cornet 18:00 - 22:30 @ RED LIGHT ARM - ALBERT PIER

LibRock

18:30 - 21:05 @ St Jamesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Concert Hall

Festiva's Liberation Spring Prom 21:30 @ TOWN

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Marking the start of Summer 2017, Sark-Life will be returning with yet another year of remarkable home grown music. This unique live music and DJ event will take place on the starry island of Sark, Saturday 27th May at the newly managed Bel Air, 1pm - 1am. An event not to be missed! The last 2 years has been a very successful trial period for the event, so this year itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s promised to be bigger and better. Local DJ and organiser James Turner has partnered up with the experienced Ibiza promoter Russell Meakin to become a duo, that will no doubt bring you the best events across the Bailiwick this summer. Sark-Life will include live acoustic music throughout the day from some of the best local, Guernsey & Jersey artists showcasing great covers, as well as originals. As the sun sets, a great line up of DJ's will take to the stage to play a vast array of house music, that will see you through to the early hours of the morning. A professional sound and lighting team has been brought in to set the mood as you dance the night away in a boutique style atmosphere.

With tickets at only ÂŁ20 and already on sale, be sure you do not miss out. Visit www.sark-life.com or the MADE events Facebook page @MADEevents to purchase. Ferry bookings can be made by visiting www.sarkshippingcompany.com with a range of times for you to choose from. Prices of the ferry will be discounted with a promotional code given exclusively to ticket holders. Accommodation can also be arranged by visiting www.sark.co.uk if you wish to make a weekend of it. Organiser James Turner claims this will be one of the best events in the Bailiwick this year bringing you a great day and night out. Opening with live music in the sunshine is always the best start to an event. With great crowd interaction and a relaxing atmosphere, you can listen to your favourite songs while socialising with friends, with an added bonus of discounted drinks. Then, as the evening draws closer, it will be time to let your hair down and take to the dance floor. For more information or enquiries visit www.sark-life.com or @MADEevents on Facebook Words Cheyenne Wylie

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PET HERO #4

‘Pet Hero’ is a monthly competition where Isabelle Vets will nominate a pet who they believe has overcome, with stoicism and bravery, an exceptional medical condition, injury or surgery. This could be your pet and with the love and care of his owner and the help of Isabelle Vets they have battled through to become happy and healthy pets, again. At the end of 2017 we will ask all readers to vote for the ‘Pet Hero of the Year’ who will receive a prize in keeping with their position of being a very special animal. You can follow the competition at www.facebook.com/isabellevets

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Meet Connie On a dark Winter's evening in February, Connie, a young and inquisitive Gordon Setter escaped from her garden. As with most animals, she saw no danger in running free on a main road. In the dark, the driver of an oncoming vehicle had no idea that Connie was loose on the road and she was hit. The GSPCA on call staff were called to the scene and immediately informed Isabelle Vets as they arranged transport in their animal ambulance. Connie's owner was traced through the name tag and was awaiting Connie's arrival at the surgery. Vet on call, Sarah-Jane Heathcote with veterinary nurse Jay Ray were awaiting Connie's arrival following the call from the GSPCA to warn them of the dog's condition. Connie arrived laying on her side, bewildered and quiet. Her owner was able to identify her whilst Sarah-Jane carried out an examination. Road traffic accidents happen frequently in Guernsey, more so with cats than dogs, and therefore the vets have exposure to all sorts of scenarios. Connie was conscious, appeared to recognise her owner but made little attempt to move. Her rapid pulse, breathing and pale membranes demonstrated the cardinal signs of shock. Her chest sounds were abnormal and her breathing laboured. There was no sign of external injury but given the fact she had been hit on a main road, the assumption was that the impact was at speed and therefore internal injuries were a real concern. Intravenous catheters were placed to support Connie's circulation with fluid therapy and to provide access to administer strong pain and shock relieving drugs. She was moved to the x-ray department to have survey radiographs of her spine, chest and pelvis. Incredibly, she had no broken bones, but the first indication of internal injury was that of a pneumothorax. A pneumothorax is air in the chest between the lung and the chest wall. In this case, the impact of hitting the car had damaged the lung, breaking the airtight seal in the chest cavity. Air was drained from both sides of the chest to ease Connie's erratic breathing. It was touch and go as to whether Connie would survive this initial trauma and worse was to come. A few hours after admittance, Connie's heart rate increased further and her pulse became very weak and thready. Her abdomen (tummy) started to feel as if there was fluid present. An ultrasound scan confirmed free fluid in the abdomen and a sample drawn from the abdomen demonstrated blood. Connie's condition was critical. There was evidence that she was bleeding internally now. Every effort was made to stabilise her to ensure she would survive surgery to investigate the source of the internal bleed. A blood donor was put on standby and as soon as the emergency treatment had stabilised Connie, she went into theatre. A ruptured spleen was the cause of the bleed. Fortunately, animals can survive without their spleen and therefore it was removed. On the surface of it, all the other organs looked normal. Connie had survived the first 24 hours and made a steady recovery to go home. Her appetite was not as good as normal and at her post-op check, a blood sample was taken to assess her liver and kidneys. Evidence of further trauma to the liver showed on blood sample. The liver can repair itself, given time and a supportive diet, which Connie is currently receiving.

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are very

excited to announce the installation of their new

Siemens Somatom Scope 16 slice CT scanner; very similar to the machine at the PEH.

C.T. or ‘Computed Tomography’ is a form of x-ray which allows a fan of x-rays to be sent through the patient in thin slices and detectors interpret the information to build a three-dimensional picture of the scanned anatomy. The benefits for the patient are enormous as it allows complex fractures to be visualised from multiple angles, for tumours to be detected, structures normally hidden from all other diagnostic means (a tumour in the nose is an example) found and for tissue abnormalities clearly seen. Cancer screening and looking for metastatic disease is far more possible. Abnormal anatomy and obstructions can be seen as actual shapes on a CT scan rather than just as flat 2D shades of grey shadows in a normal x-ray. The information obtained is fed to a central computer in a control room adjacent to the scanner and the operator then looks at the pictures and ‘reconstructs’ your pet’s anatomy into a 3D image with the help of a very special computer programme. The completed 3D views of your pet will then be available for you to view on dedicated i-Mac computers in the surgery. CT will be available from the end of May!

Connie survived a horrific accident and major surgery. Through it all she has been incredibly brave, never once objecting to any of her tests or treatments and we believe deserves to be our Pet Hero of the month of May. Thanks go to the GSPCA for transporting her so quickly to the surgery and to the owner of the car that hit her who stopped and was able to describe how the accident happened.

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PHOTOGRAPH OF THE MONTH Photographer: ben fiore Location: the bridge harbour

"This image is a part of my new ongoing series (soon to be released) called "Galactic Guernsey". A forever growing passion, the galaxy and stars never fail to fascinate me. A lot of planning and preparation goes in to these images, working out where the milkyway is going to be (using various astro weather apps), then waiting on all the natural variable factors that can ruin these types of shots such as wind, rain, humidity, cloud cover and so on. Rarely, when luck comes aroundâ&#x20AC;Śwhen it' s all clear - these are the times that make it worth it waiting up for!" See more images like this on Benâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Facebook Page www.facebook.com/BenFiorePhotography

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UPFRONT / HERO OF THE MONTH

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OUR HERO OF THE MONTH IS...

Sandra & Maureen Words Samata Russell Image Lauren Hunt Our heroes this month are known for adding a bit of sparkle and style into the lives of some of Guernsey’s older residents. Sandra Hardill and Maureen Wright are part of a much wider team of volunteers at the Russels Day Centre, where over 65s meet for activities, food and a little bit of pampering. Our heroes volunteer giving manicures, companionship and a listening ear. I meet the pair at the Centre, and they exude elegance and warmth – both perfectly put together with make-up, accessories and the all important nail varnish. I am treated to a hug and a kiss – just like the members are – and settle down to hear about how giving beauty treatments has created connection and joy for them as well as their recipients. ‘It saved me,’ said Maureen. ‘I lost my husband in 2015 and thought I didn’t want to sit looking at the four walls of my house so I decided to start volunteering giving manicures. I only live round the corner so this seemed like a good choice, and I love it. The atmosphere is amazing and we all have a really good laugh.’ It’s not long before I realise that Maureen is the wise cracker of the pair. She tells me a joke she performed for the members at Christmas that includes some unprintable words. It leaves me in stitches. Both women are originally from the UK; Sandra from West Yorkshire and Maureen from London. One thing they have in common is make-up, clothes and style, which have been an important aspect of each of their lives. ‘I don’t go a day without it,’ says Maureen. ‘My neighbour once said that if you see me with scruffy jeans and an unmade face, you know something is wrong.’ Sandra agrees.

‘It’s not something you grow out of. I always like to look my best with the right clothes and make-up. At one point it would have been considered quite common to wear nail varnish, but now it’s much more accepted and normal,’ explained Sandra. Sandra has volunteered giving manicures at the Guernsey Voluntary Service for 17 years. She believes that the more you give, the more you get back. ‘We help them feel special and pampered, but they also make us feel appreciated. It’s heartwarming to know you’ve given someone a boost or seen someone’s face light up when they see you,’ says Sandra. ‘When people get older, they spend a lot of time sitting down, so often it’s their hands that are most visible to them. It’s great to help them take pride in that part of themselves,’ she says. According to Sandra, manicures are not simply an exercise in beauty. It is also importantly a one-to-one counseling session, or the opportunity for physical contact and intimacy. While the laughter, activities and party atmosphere fill the room, doing people’s nails can be a quiet oasis. ‘People do tell us what’s troubling them sometimes. Manicures are an opportunity to talk in privacy and we provide an understanding and discreet listening ear. We massage hands as part of the process too and that can be wonderfully therapeutic for people. Everyone has their story to tell,’ explains Sandra. The duo tell me about a lady in her nineties, currently on a world cruise by herself, or the people that connect at the Russels Centre, who haven't seen each other since primary school. There are some partially sighted women that have

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requested red, white and blue nails for Liberation Day, while another lady in her 90s had her nails painted for the very first time. Both Sandra and Maureen are keen to emphasize the hard work of all the other volunteers that keep the Centre running. ‘It’s hard work serving people food, drinks and cakes, as there’s a lot of time on your feet. Then there’s the people driving the buses who help people in and out of their cars in all weather, and the whole team of people that bring in activities. We’ve got the easy job!’ Says Sandra. You get the feeling that there is a thriving community at the Russels Day Centre. Maureen has to cut the interview short as she is headed to the Grande Mare for lunch with a few of the other volunteers. People walking in and out of the interview room are all warmly greeted and joked with. The new build itself provides a beautiful and scenic space for the fun to take place. ‘I think people can be a bit nervous about coming and meeting new people, but we’re very welcoming and we do have a giggle,’ says Maureen. If you’re interested in attending or volunteering at the Russels Day Centre, it opens Tuesday to Friday from 9.30-3.30. To find out more telephone 238055.

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COMMUNITY NEWS A selection of community news, charitable activities and local events from within the Bailiwick.

GUERNSEY ELECTRICITY HELPS GET FUNDRAISING STARTED FOR NEW SCOUT HUT scouts from 5th Guernsey hope that a donation from Guernsey Electricity will prompt further fundraising activity so that they can meet in modern surroundings. The current hut at St Paul’s Methodist Church is old and requires extensive repairs, including new roofing and cladding. Guernsey Electricity has given the troop £750 from its community fund towards repair work, which could cost in excess of £10,000. ‘This donation from Guernsey Electricity is very much appreciated. It’s starting us well on our journey to raising the funds we need to repair the hut,’ said Paul Eaton, chairman of 5th Guernsey Scouts. The Guernsey Electricity Community Fund was established in 2015 to support projects benefitting parishioners in Vale and St Sampson’s. It has already supported the Bridge Floral Group by enhancing an underused area of land at Northside, installing a granite bench in the new gardens outside the showroom. ‘5th Guernsey is a thriving Scout group and they have to meet each week in a very old hut. Guernsey Electricity likes to look after its neighbours and this project is one that is very worthy of our support. We hope that they meet their fundraising target, so that the Scouts have somewhere modern and fit for for purpose to hold their meetings,’ said Guernsey Electricity’s communications manager Clare Packman.

PRIZE FUND FOR THE FRIENDS OF LES BOURGS HOSPICE MONTHLY LOTTERY INCREASES the prize fund for the Friends of Les Bourgs Hospice monthly lottery will increase by £250 to £4,250 from next month. The lottery, which has been running for six years, offers islanders the chance to win 12 prizes ranging from £100 to £1,000. Each number costs £5 a month and there are currently more than 2,100 numbers in every draw. ‘This is a vital fundraising initiative for Les Bourgs Hospice and one that islanders are incredibly supportive of, as the idea of donating to charity while also having the chance to win every month is very appealing,’ said chair of the Friends of Les Bourgs Hospice, Liz de Carteret. From May, an extra £250 will be added to the prize fund to give an additional chance of winning one of the £500 prizes. ‘The prize fund is 40% of the money generated from the lottery, and so from May’s draw there will be two prizes of £1,000, two of £500, three of £250 and five of £100. We hope the increase in prize fund will encourage more people to sign up, and that it won’t be long before we can announce even more prizes,’ said Mrs de Carteret. An application form for the lottery can be found on the Les Bourgs Hospice website www.lesbourgshospice.org.gg www.lesbourgshospice.org.gg. For further information you can email lottery@ lesbourgs.com lottery@lesbourgs.com or telephone 210329.

LE MURIER SCHOOL IS DEVELOPING AN INDEPENDENT LIVING FACILITY “The Village”, adjacent to the Le Murier site which will comprise of:• •

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“The Village Hall” - a building with a classroom/workroom and a commercial type kitchen. “The Village Cabins” - 4 log cabins, 3 of them housing 8 students and a member of staff and 1 fully accessible cabin for 4 students and 2 staff. “The Village Campsite” - a campsite for light weight camping eg. Duke Of Edinburgh’s Award expeditions . “The Village Woodland and Wetland” - an area for environmental learning.

This facility will enable Le Murier students to develop independence skills more often, more economically and in a real life context. The students will be able to access this type of learning weekly, learning vital independent living skills, which will hopefully give them a useful and helpful start to adult life, making them more confident, safe and responsible in their next steps in life. Some of the older students will manage the facility by taking bookings, maintaining the building, cleaning and laundering, ready for the next group with the aim of teaching them how a business runs. The Village will be available for other Island schools to use for their outdoor learning programme, and it will also be available to other “not for profit” organisations, such as the Scouts, Guides, visiting teams and those who benefit from respite care. The school has some funding from The Department for Education, Sport and Culture and some local charitable organisations, for example The Wooden Spoon are currently fundraising towards this cause. If anyone could offer any support, either by raising funds or providing materials or building expertise, please contact Gary Dovey the Outdoor Learning Co-ordinator at Le Murier: gary. dovey@lemurier.sch.gg.

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Waitrose Partner celebrates years in the world of retail Waitrose Partner Jane Rihoy is marking 40 years of service in retail. Miss Rihoy has been in the retail industry since 1977 and as a Waitrose Partner since its branches opened in the Channel Islands six years ago (2011). She began her career in the offices of the well-known local bakery, Maison Carré owned by Warry’s, where she spent the majority of her time taking orders for cakes and cocktail parties. Miss Rihoy began working on the shop floor before the Admiral Park store changed to Le Riche Group in 2001; she then remained part of the team when the building became a Checkers superstore. Sandpiper CI Ltd took over ownership of the property before Waitrose purchased the branch in 2011 and Miss Rihoy remained despite all these changes in ownership.

Miss Rihoy said that she had always been keen to remain at Admiral Park because of the regular customers who continued to come and go. “I just love to help people and the retail world is a great industry to do this in. I’ve worked in multiple roles throughout my time at Admiral Park and seen huge changes in the industry. It was exciting when I found out I would be working for Waitrose. I’ve really enjoyed my time as a Partner so far, and hope to continue to do so for many years to come,” Miss Rihoy said. Ian Burdekin, branch manager at Waitrose Admiral Park, said: “We are lucky to have Jane on our team; she has so much local experience and enthusiasm. Jane is a great example of developing and transferring skills within the retail sector.”

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“Customers and colleagues love her caring nature, she is truly a pleasure to work with and we all congratulate her on reaching this career milestone.”

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GUERNSEY'S SECRET ARMY Unbeknown to many, Guernsey has a secret army – a group of passionate volunteers determined to improve our island home. Their leader is Andrew Pouteaux who, after 40 years working in the city, returned to Guernsey and was determined to give something back. By chance, he had a conversation with St Martin’s Constables and realised that there were lots of small projects that had fallen to the bottom of the “to do” list because there was either not the funds to pay professionals or the people to make it happen. ‘I quickly realised that there were lots of projects that often didn’t need specialist help, they just needed manpower but the parishes didn’t have the volunteers they needed. So I decided to find the people and match them to the projects,’ he said. Andrew created Art of Living Community Volunteers with the aim of transforming parts of Guernsey that have been neglected. ‘The aim is for us to break the back of the work. We aren’t there to provide regular maintenance and so before we start a project, I make it very clear that if permissions are needed then they are in place and that there is an agreed plan of how the area will be maintained once we have moved on,’ he said. The group has already achieved a considerable amount – they were instrumental in the transformation of La Vallette and recently enhanced the area with support from Credit Suisse as well as being involved with work at the gardens around Victoria Tower, the Brothers Cemetery near Candie and the Green Lanes cemetery. More recently they have worked on the Little Chapel with support from architects Cresswell Cuttle & Dyke, engineers Dorey Lyle & Ashman, and builders C. A. Duquemin, reinstated the dunes at Vazon with Guernsey Electricity and started working with Floral St Peter’s, AFM and First Central on transforming Mirus Battery into an outdoor educational area. So how does Andrew find the projects and more importantly the volunteers? ‘The projects tend to find me. People are more aware of us now and so I get approached for help. I’ll go and look at the site and understand what needs to be done. If there is heavy work to be done that can’t be undertaken by volunteers, then I might help find professionals, but my main focus is to find

people, who can give up a few hours to do the final transformation,’ he said. He has a team of volunteers and a growing number of followers on Facebook, which he uses to rally numbers and he is grateful to the companies who put forward a group of volunteers. ‘It’s fantastic to have the support of the corporate sector, as they have the manpower to help and we often find that they are willing to make a financial donation, which we can use to buy more equipment and any materials which are needed for that project.’ Andrew has a collection of gardening tools, which volunteers can use and has links with the National Trust for anything else which is required. ‘We provide everything that people need – all they need to do is turn up in suitable clothing. We have all the tools they need, the right insurances and we also ensure people are given refreshments. I’m very grateful to them all and there is always a really good atmosphere, as people know they are making a difference to the island,’ he said. ‘People enjoy the opportunity to discover more about their community and be part of the great work that volunteers are doing in Guernsey.’ Over the next few months, the Art of Living Community Volunteers will be focusing on three more projects. They will be working on an area in the Forest clearing it and making it accessible again, they will return to La Villiaze Abreuveur in St Andrew’s and finish clearing a cobbled pathway which had lain hidden under dirt and ground and the next big project is at Belvedere field and viewpoint at Fort George, where they will be clearing the area around an overgrown guardhouse and restoring two canon emplacements. ‘And no doubt there will be some more that spring up as we have a reputation for getting things done. I don’t think the projects will ever stop, so we’ll always need volunteers,’ said Andrew. Individuals or companies who want to be involved in a project can contact Andrew by emailing andrew.pouteaux@virgin.net or through The Art of Living Community Volunteers Facebook page by searching

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TEENAGE CANCER TRUST FASHION SHOW

and participants proudly modelled the latest fashions from Creasey’s, Sail or Surf, Freelove, Inanna, Jack Wills and sunglasses from Specsavers. Some of the modelled outfits were auctioned off to enthusiastic (and very generous) members of the audience to raise extra money. Josef of Switzerland sponsored the show and brought some glamour to proceedings by styling models’ hair.

Photography megan thoume The Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts was the epicentre of Guernsey fashion on Friday 31 March, as it hosted a fashion show benefiting the Teenage Cancer Trust Guernsey Appeal and The HUB. The show featured 46 local models, including some who had previously suffered from cancer, and individuals who have benefited from The HUB’s services. ITV Channel’s John Fernandez hosted the show

Inspirational stories from locals, who have been affected by cancer, stressed the importance of the show and how vital the funds are to help Teenage Cancer Trust assist local teenagers with cancer. The money raised will also help The HUB offer support for children, young people and their families. Ernie Backlund-Leale was the special guest for the evening and he joined some of the Guernsey FC players to model special ‘Ernie’ shirts. Local band Kings closed the show with an electric performance. Suzanne Pontin of the Teenage Cancer Trust said: “This was a fantastic night that was all about raising money and awareness of the work we and The HUB do. We’d like to thank the generous public for helping us raise £4,925, which will be split between the charities and be hugely beneficial to young islanders who need their support.”

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ORCHARD PR MEDIA QUIZ

The quiz included questions on sports, science and technology, entertainment and one round even exercised the team’s creativity as they had to taste, describe and mock up a logo for one of White Rock Brewery’s local ales. Last year’s event was won by Island FM however, despite a strong showing by the defending champions' they were finally pipped to the title by BBC Guernsey’s team Scampiones, who won with 83 points out of a possible 95.

Photography megan thoume The Lion’s Den at the Golden Lion was the stage set for Orchard PR’s Media Quiz on Thursday 6 April. This annual quiz night tested the local media on their knowledge of the past years’ hot topics. The Guernsey Press, Island FM, BBC Radio Guernsey, Channel TV and Orchard PR’s account executive team all put their brains to the test to see who would be crowned the Orchard Media Quiz winners of 2017.

Quiz master for the evening, Orchard PR’s managing director Steve Falla, said: “The night was a lot of fun and was a great way for everyone to get together and to show off their knowledge of what has made the news for the last 12 months. “Congratulations to Scampione’s for winning this year’s quiz and we look forward to next year’s quiz to see if the BBC are able to defend their title.”

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LADY TAVERNERS GRAND NATIONAL LUNCH Photography chris george 270 ladies turned out in their best racing attire at St Pierre Park Hotel on Saturday 8 April 2017 for the Lady Taverners Grand National Lunch. The weather was perfect, with brilliant sunshine allowing the ladies to enjoy their sparkling reception (kindly sponsored by the Hands Family Tuscan Estate) on the balcony overlooking the beautiful hotel grounds and lake.

Specsavers Market Place sponsored the best headwear, which was won by a fetching home made hat fashioned from Astro turf and children's toy horses! The three course lunch was followed by guest speakers Heidi and Sarah from the Guernsey Riding for the Disabled, who spoke about the great work they do giving around 40 young people, who have a variety of disabilities, the opportunity to ride and interact with ponies throughout the year, and how the Lady Taverners had supported them this year. They also used the opportunity to appeal for volunteers to help lead the ponies. Next was the famous grand raffle with 60 prizes kindly donated by local businesses and members, some of which were worth several hundred pounds. The ladies enjoyed a mini shopping village with 6 local retailers and independent stall holders and placed their bets with Boschers bookies. Finally at 5.15pm the ladies watched the big race and screens kindly sponsored by SPF Private Clients and provided by CentreStage. The whole day raised an amazing ÂŁ6,400 for the charity, which provides sporting access for young people on the island under the age of 25 with disability or disadvantages, and Sarah Felmingham, chair thanked everyone for their generosity. #14. MAY 2017. THE STYLISH ISSUE

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BIG ATTRACTION A CONVERSATION WITH PAT JOHNSON Words Theo Leworthy Photography Chris George

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According to Wikipedia, Guernsey’s Little Chapel “is the smallest functioning chapel in Europe, if not the world.” It is ironic then, that this piece of local history – famed for its diminutive physical presence – looms so large in Guernsey’s heritage. The Little Chapel today is a far cry from what it was two years ago, when a host of structural concerns saw it slated for closure. The building and surrounding area had fallen into a state of disrepair; it had, frankly, become dangerous. This raised an interesting point: whose responsibility was it to save the tiny place of worship? Technically, The Little Chapel exists within the parish of St. Andrews. But Pat Johnson, Chairman of Floral Guernsey, and a coterie of likeminded islanders, rightly argued that the landmark was an island-wide responsibility. They explained that projects can simply be too big to manage parish-by-parish, and – like the airport, or La Villette – when the island as a whole benefits from something, it is unreasonable to expect small groups to pay big bills for its upkeep. It is a strange feature of seemingly innocuous comments that they can set powerful chains of events in motion, and Pat soon found himself Chairman of another charity: the newly formed Little Chapel Foundation. This Foundation has been responsible for the Chapel ever since. I spoke to Pat Johnson to find out more about the work that entails.

PEOPLE PULL TOGETHER, SO DO BUILDINGS Pat made a guarantee to me: if I go to The Little Chapel “you’ll love what you see”. That wouldn’t have been true two years ago, and although the team at the Foundation has been responsible for the transformation, they couldn’t have done it alone.

The second phase, begun in December 2016, was dominated by one concern: the roof. Pat tells me that, upon examination, the asphalt on the roof turned out to be hollow, so they removed it. Then, the concrete beneath turned out to be hollow too, so they removed that. Then, the concrete layer below that turned out to be hollow – it had to go too. What Pat told me that “the community has woken up” and been directly the team was left with turned out to be soil and ‘clinker’ (the residue responsible for all of the renovations thus far. This is no small from burnt fuels that was originally used to do much of the building accomplishment. work). The problem? This would be destroyed by water. The first phase of The Little Chapel’s repair began in October 2015. Unlike its left hand side, which was built on rock, the structure’s right was built on soil. And as the years passed, it sunk. This was no small problem, and seriously imperiled the fundamental integrity of the building as a whole. So, it was one of the first things that the team at the Foundation wanted to put right.

Phase two suddenly became all about the roof – about 60% of the cash that the Foundation has raised so far went into it. The work itself resembled grouting bathroom tiles – on a massive and intricate scale, of course – and was finished with the addition of Polyroof waterproofing solution. Not only did this work as planned, but it had an additional benefit: the solution brought out a “shine” in the materials, according to Pat, like a varnish. The treatment was so successful that Polyroof is Along with underpinning the right hand side of the Chapel, this first nominating it for the UK Roofing Awards at Grosvenor House this year. phase saw water and electricity run to the site for the first time in its history, and the erection of copious amounts of scaffolding (because Taken together with the final removal of the scaffolding, The Little underpinning tends to exacerbate problems before it fixes them, Chapel was looking better than it had in decades. “Finally,” Pat tells me, this scaffolding was “holding the whole bloody thing up” for a while, “you’d see a building that, if still in need of work, inspired hope rather according to Pat). than despair.”

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LITTLE CHAPEL, A LOT OF LOVE

Photography Lauren Hunt

The Little Chapel Foundation managed to do all this work – and raise over £180,000 – on good faith alone. They didn’t even have the deeds when work began. Today, the Chapel is owned outright by the Foundation – a gift from the De la Salle Brothers, in good faith, made over whiskey.

Geoff busy while they’ve got access to him.

Pat reeled off a list of other notable names worth thanking – including both patrons: the Bailiff, Richard Collas, and Father Michael, head of the Roman Catholic Church in Guernsey. I’ll save space by not reproducing them all – suffice it to say, The Little Chapel Foundation remembers all It was a De la Salle Brother who created The Little Chapel in 1914. its helpers fondly. However, when Bother Déodat’s peers criticized the Chapel, he tore it down and promptly built another. Then, when the (rather portly) What they’ve achieved, as the pictures alongside these words show, is Bishop of Portsmouth proved too rotund to make it through the door nothing short of breathtaking. Even more so at night, when the newly in 1923, he rebuilt the Chapel a second time. This third Chapel was installed lighting shines out through the triple-tiered stained glass in nearly completed when Déodat, in ill health, returned to France at the the spire, casting a glow on the crisp night air in St. Andrews. outbreak of the Second World War. Sadly, he passed away before seeing the Chapel completed. But his replacement, Brother Cephas, continued It’s important, says Pat, that this remains free. The public has given a the work until 1965, when he retired. huge amount, and he hopes they will continue to do so, with donations on the door and through the Foundation’s own website (http:// Though perhaps less devotional, the Chapel’s new owners, and the thelittlechapel.gg) being the easiest ways to show their appreciation. people who work on it, are no less devoted. Pat confesses some nervousness about thanking people: there are so many, he’s worried he’ll It is also true that, as the island’s premier tourist destination, bringing leave someone out. Nonetheless, a few names, beyond the Brothers with in 88,000 people annually, it pays Guernsey to keep the Chapel in top whom he shared whiskey, and his peers at The Foundation, crop up. order. Pat agrees: “Competition for visitors is very tight,” he tells me. “It’s time for all of us to make an effort.” Some of those names are: architects Cresswell Cuttle & Dyke, engineers Dorey Lyle & Ashman, and builders C. A. Duquemin. None of them, Will that effort be worth it? I ask. Pat’s response comes without hesitation: Pat tells me, are there on a purely commercial basis; they’ve all given “The standard of work that’s already been done by all the people helping something. And he goes to great lengths to make sure Geoff Simon gets us is absolutely fantastic. This is going to be a heritage site, not just for credit as a “real craftsman.” Pat tells me: “he’s done nearly all the work to Guernsey, but internationally. It’s going to put Guernsey on the map date, and somehow been able to find solutions for repairing a building for all the right reasons. It’s something you’ll be proud of. It will fill you with no drawings!” With Geoff soon due to retire, fundraising has taken with joy.” an urgent turn: the Foundation needs funds in the here-and-now to keep

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GUERNSEY LITERARY FESTIVAL 2017 fiction, facts and fun

The fifth Guernsey Literary Festival will be taking place from 10-14 May and it looks set to be just as fascinating as the previous editions. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still deliberating about which talks and events to go to, this handy round up should help you to decide. Words Caroline Mauger of the Guernsey Literary Festival

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ith a full programme of talks, events and workshops, there is something for everyone at the fifth Guernsey Literary Festival. A visit to the website www.guernseyliteraryfestival.com is a must, but we’d like to give you a flavour of the diversity of our programme.

such as Harry Baker and spooky stories from John Kirk as well as a talk and performance by BAFTA and MOBO award-winning UK hip hop artist, Akala. Clare Balding, Wavey ‘n’ Snotts, Anthony McGowan, Children’s Laureate Chris Riddell and a Wonka-themed tea party all look set to sell out quickly too.

Literature fans will love Sebastian Faulks, Anita Anand and Anthony McGowan. If you’re hooked on crime fiction, Clare Mackintosh and Alderney-based Rachel Abbott are bound to thrill. Hearing about someone’s extraordinary experiences first hand is always enthralling, so don’t miss Terry Waite, who will speak about his incarceration as a hostage for almost five years, polar explorer Huw Lewis-Jones, newsman Robin Lustig or L.J. Flanders, who devised his Cell Workout whilst he was locked up in prison. Or you could learn something new with Simon Singh, who will demonstrate a genuine Enigma cipher machine.

Once again, Ella Berthoud will be offering her popular bibliotherapy sessions – book a slot and come away with a reading prescription, tailored just for you. Our shared reading sessions offer a unique approach to literature, so why not give one a go? We also have a host of one-to-ones and workshops, so if you are a writer yourself – or want to be – there is plenty to help you with the process.

Guernsey was where Victor Hugo wrote his epic novel Les Misérables, and David Bellos, Director of the Program in Translation and Intercultural Communication at Princeton University, will explore its relevance today. We’re delighted that Jean Baptiste, Marie and Laura Hugo will be coming to talk about their illustrious ancestor – and where better to hear their talk than Hauteville House? Delve into the past with talks from historical authors. Peter Frankopan will explain how we should change the way we look at the past to better understand the world of today and tomorrow, whilst Tom Holland will tell the story of Athelstan, the king who made England possible. Duncan Barrett and Nuala Calvi will share some of the remarkable stories they heard while interviewing women who went to war. Novelist Sarah Moss will explore researching history, rewriting history and bare-faced lying! Jason Monaghan’s talk will also have local historical relevance. Poetry comes into its own at a literary festival – it comes to life in the voice of its creator and you can hear poems in their entirety. Gwyneth Lewis, World Poetry Slam champion Harry Baker and the Poems on the Move Winners’ Reading will all delight poetry lovers. There’s plenty happening for children and families, and Friday 12 May at Castle Cornet will include a host of family-friendly events,

Festival-goers can also look forward to feature film Departure with Q&As from director Andrew Steggall, the Women’s Development Forum Lunch with Vanessa Vallely, a Comic Art Masterclass from Kev F Sutherland and Zone, a collection of original artwork by locally based artists and illustrators taking place at the Guille-Allès Library. For sports fans, there will be cricket matches and a panel discussion with the Authors XI team as well as an evening with Jonathan Wilson, football journalist for The Guardian. We have also lined up an amazing music night at the Fermain Tavern featuring the Queen of Cajón Heidi Joubert, Poetry Slam champion Harry Baker and local band The Recks, so we’re remaining true to our belief that ‘It’s not just a book thing’! Claire Allen, Festival Director, is delighted with the varied programme on offer: ‘This is the first Guernsey Literary Festival for which I have been at the helm and I can’t wait for 10 May to arrive! We truly believe that we have catered to all tastes and ages and that there is plenty for everyone to discover and enjoy. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank our generous sponsors and partners, as well as our fantastic team of volunteers.’ Guernsey Post is kindly printing and distributing a brochure with details of the entire programme, so do look out for that in the near future. In the meantime, don’t forget to book your tickets at www.guernseyliteraryfestival.com.

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CATHERINE & JEAN AN INTERVIEW WITH THE FACE BEHIND THE BRAND... JANE SMEDLEY Words Jessamy Baldwin

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What is ‘style’? For some, it could be a perfectly put together, elaborate outfit or the simplicity of a classic red lip. For others, style may relate to the dream house interior they’ve been virtually designing on Pinterest. It could relate to a cooking method you’re trying for Friday’s dinner party, your music taste or even the physical manner in which you run, ski or paint.

week at Creasey’s haberdashery buying cuts of glittery fabric that I would drape around my room.

One thing’s for sure, style is about embracing your individuality. It’s about being unique and not afraid to do what’s right for you, in whatever area of your life that may be.

Indeed, the path to success hasn’t been a straightforward one for Jane. She worked with a jewellery business for five years before going on to study literature at King's College London and further study at the University of Cambridge. A few years and a different career later, the lure of fabric and design became too strong to resist.

As Orson Wells famously said: “Style is knowing who you are, what you want to say, and not giving a damn”. His words were echoed by Jane Smedley, 26, founder and director of luxury lifestyle brand Catherine & Jean. We recently sat down to chat about her style influences, future plans and Guernsey roots.

“Throughout school, I was fixated by the idea of studying art and design at university, but was eventually dissuaded at the last minute by teachers who felt that I should push myself to study an ‘academic’ subject.”

We quickly got chatting about the concept of ‘style’. Jane told me that although fashion is “fun and interesting, style is something different”.

“To run a successful business, it takes a lot of business acumen and technical know-how, rather than sitting around making creative decisions all day. You have to be totally committed and ready to ride out the more difficult months. Even though we have only been launched for 18 months, I have already seen so many other people who started at the same time as me give up.” An average day for Jane isn’t always as glamorous as people may think. “As with most professions, a huge chunk of my day seems to be taken over by emails. I’m in constant contact with my PR, my factory in Wiltshire where I have my lifestyle products made and my wholesale clients, but I generally try to round it all up by the early afternoon. The rest of the day is largely spent either getting orders together or researching new products. However, during busy periods, such as Christmas or Valentine’s day, I just spend every spare minute getting orders together.” In such a “saturated” market, their unique selling point is their prints she said.

“Fashion is about reflecting trends and wearing something to ‘fit in’ with others; style is about finding confidence in your own personal expression.”

“The large majority of our products have one of our prints incorporated into it in some way in order to give it that sense of vitality and spirit.” And you can see where that sense of vitality and spirit derives. Jane, who seems to have her feet firmly in the ground, is clearly a savvy businesswoman in tune with the future needs of her customers.

It isn’t easy, she said, to get your voice heard in “such a saturated world”. “There are thousands, if not millions of lifestyle brands, and you really have to keep pushing in order to stand out from the rest.”

“I have visions of the new products that I’d like to introduce, but I try not to think too far ahead. I want us to keep growing and expanding, but whilst a few years ago I was sure that I wanted us to have a bricks and mortar shop, with the growth of online shopping in the past few years, that has become much less significant as a priority.”

Jane, who moved to Guernsey when she was seven years old, now runs her business from London where she lives with her long term boyfriend. The brand – which “celebrates English eccentricity and Italian quality” – was inspired by her two grandmothers, Catherine Howard and Jean Smedley. Whilst Catherine's obsession with sartorial detail and perfection inspired a commitment to exceptional materials and Italian craftsmanship, Jean's vivacity and glamorous lifestyle inspired the expressive English design.

After attending courses at London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins, she created Catherine & Jean.

The two women influenced Jane from a young age, initially sparking her love and appreciation for fabric. At just five years old, she started her own collection. As she grew older, her wardrobe quickly became full of beautiful vintage pieces that had once belonged to her grandmother Jean.

Through her work, she’s had the opportunity to visit Milan and Paris several times to showcase the collection and has even had her products featured in American Vogue and Grazia. She even learnt how to code in order to build the Catherine & Jean website from scratch – something she calls “an invaluable skill in this day and age”.

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The brand will soon be expanding into nightwear – with the launch of a range of stylish kimono-style dressing gowns in the next few

Although Jane has been living permanently in London for the past eight years, Guernsey will always hold a special place in her heart and she would like to move back in the near future. “I still think very much think of Guernsey at home and am planning to return in the next five years or so. I love it there; my partner and I try to visit as much as we can and even he (who’s from the mainland) is starting to see it as home. An ideal day would involve a walk on Cobo, seafood linguine and ice cream at The Beach Cafe and then dinner at Petit Bistro.”

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Catherine & Jean sells elegant and unique accessories for fashion, home and travel, including handbags, eye masks, wash bags, make up bags, hot water bottles and cushions. All of the handbags are handmade in Milan with Tuscan calf leather, whilst all other pieces are made in England.

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“Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about Seafood linguine and an Aperol Spritz followed creating yourself.” - Bernard Shaw by anything chocolate. I’m a pudding obsessive. My key predictions are oriental and jungle prints as well as some maximalist detailing such “Above all, be the heroine of your life, not the TV show? as hot pinks, wide stripes and ruffles. victim.” - Nora Ephron I’m a sucker for easy-watching such as Call the Who are your style icons? Song? Midwife - I’m constantly on my computer so can never concentrate long enough with anything I love the slightly offbeat style of Alicia Vikander I’m loving Sundara Karma’s new album at the more complex! and the elegance of Naomi Harris. moment - especially ‘Flame’. Movie? Place you’ve travelled? All the oldies and goodies - anything by Baz I try to travel as much as possible - I find that Luhrmann or Richard Curtis. having a total change of scene has got to be one of the best things that you can do to gain Book? inspiration. I went around Central America a couple of years ago and fell head over heels for Literature is my other passion and I’m Belize and Guatemala. constantly reading. I love a good Victorian novel and have just finished ‘Jude the Obscure’, Things to do when you’re not working? but adore George Eliot. I also enjoy Zadie Smith and recently read ‘Swing Time’ which I’d I’m a member or friend of just about every recommend. art gallery in London so try to see as many exhibitions as possible. I also love painting and How do you think the fabric/design going to the theatre. industry has changed over the years? Colour?

The entire fabric/design industry has been obsessed with Scandi minimalism with the past This changes almost daily, but I’m in a rose- few years. However, fashion invariably reacts quartz pink at the moment. to itself so now we seem to be entering into a maximalist era for a time. Above Jane & Jean Below Jane & catherine #14. MAY 2017. THE STYLISH ISSUE

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All Things Zen w ith Katie Brock Yoga, Nutrition, Organic Food, Health & Wellbeing have all in recent years become very much stylish! As GSYLife gave me the theme for this month; I am sat in Planet Organic on Tottenham Court Road, amidst a flurry of people rushing to bag their supplements, gluten free crisps & organic veg, it is rammed wall to wall with funky Yoga mats or bulging, and gym bags slung over shoulders. Queues are bustling and tills are bulging and there is a real buzz in the air. People are not only embracing the new trend of wellbeing, they actually seem genuinely excited to be taking care of themselves.

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And yes, I feel stylish just being here! I’ve got the ‘gear’ on and have just ordered my healthy and nutritious salad, whilst taking a lunch break from training at a well-known London Yoga Studio, and yes, it feels good to sit back and watch all this unwind in front of my eyes. I have spent much of my yoga career in and out of various global studios in all corners of the world, and, ironically a leading yoga teacher based in L.A. recently expressed to me how much she loved that London ‘was finally catching on!’ We are slowly but surely turning our backs on consuming vast quantities of fast and processed food, packed to the rim with refined sugar and salt , and lets' be honest, much more synthetic rubbish. I mean, we have all been there – constantly checking our phones, ignoring the aches of our bodies and cry for rest, grabbing that quick snack or processed meal because, quite frankly, we just don’t have the ‘time’ to stop and prepare something healthy! We have become a population of every time the phone beeps or we hear a new sound, the hormone cortisol level spikes, but the thing is, our cortisol levels were originally created for us to be in a ‘flight or fight’ mode, when we have a rather scary encounter with a bear in the forest whilst out hunting, not for reacting to every aspect of our modern day technology. Our sleep quality has drastically declined, our levels or medication prescribed to combat stress and anxiety has ten folded, and quite simply, we are losing touch with ourselves as human beings more and more. Now, I am not the person to bang on about how we should be, in fact, I have been guilty of all the above personally – and shock horror - sometimes still even do, with a studied level of awareness. I know first hand how checking

our e-mails first thing in the morning, just after opening our eyes, has become something of the norm. I worked in finance for 14 years and ignored my lower back pain, my stress levels constantly overwhelming me, and at one point on a secondment in Asia; finding myself amongst the rest of my colleagues after a long day watching our three flashing screens, observing market fluctuations in an array of red and green, was quite simply to head to the local wine bar and remain there until we had fully blocked any signals from the mind or body to slow down. So my point being is that whilst Yoga and Health and Wellbeing are certainly stylish, I hope that rather than become the next fad in the cycle of cool or the latest thing, that we practice becoming fully aware and continue to take responsibility for our own health and wellbeing.

When current trends are in fashion, we tend to go head first into changing everything all at once, and cursing ourselves for when we ‘slip up’. However wouldn’t it be wonderful if instead, we just allowed these positive changes, in whichever form they come to manifest, by simply caring for ourselves a little better, committing to recognising when we do need to slow down, and when we are feeling overwhelmed or simply exhausted, actually taking the time to stop, if only for a moment, perhaps cooking a healthy meal, as apposed to clicking onto the escapism in the form of social media. Personally, learning how to take better care of myself in a gradual and digestible manner, allowed me the chance to reflect and become a lot more mindful, and with practice to just be a little bit kinder to myself, which sometimes also means enjoying cocktails with the girls and not feeling guilty for it, and most certainly eating that last bit of cake! In yoga, we say our practice is lifelong, we practice to improve our quality of life, but not to be perfect. We practice for our bodies and our minds, not for our egos. And I truly hope with all my heart that people continue to educate themselves on the vast knowledge of nutrition & wellbeing, which right now is everywhere. We are also so blessed to live on an island full of thoughtful, kind, educated and knowledgeable teachers to guide us on our path. It might just take us opening our eyes a little more to what is a current stylish trend, to making sustainable, positive and well balanced changes to live by. And, as a wise teacher once taught me, happiness is to be free, and freedom is to have choices.

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RICKY BROWN

BACK TO YOUR BEST

Words Samata Russell

Back pain can be a big problem, and an incredibly common one. According to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE), low back pain is the leading cause of long term disability worldwide and accounts for 7% of GP consultations with the loss of 4.1 million working days in the UK alone. Ricky Brown, a Royal Marine, turned exercise professional ,turned Osteopath, says that passive treatment and pain medication are not addressing the problem. He says patients need help to establish normal movement, confidence in their body and autonomy over the healing process, in order to achieve lasting resolution. To that end he has launched a drop in class at St Martins Community Centre every Wednesday evening from 6.307.30. The class uses a combination of movement and simplified pain science to help attendees regain normal function and confidence in their backs. The results so far have been extraordinary. Vicky Forrest had been suffering with a debilitating back injury for more than three years; and after taking part in the four-week pilot programme, was able to completely stop her daily dosage of co-codamol. ‘I needed help unpacking my shopping and I was concerned about picking my daughter up, as I felt it would damage my back. I saw two physiotherapists, then an osteopath before being prescribed a series of cortisone injections, which didn't help,’ explains Vicky.

Further treatment from another osteopath gave some relief, but her back spasmed once again, which then led to her being referred to Ricky. ‘I’ve learnt from Ricky that I need to build not just my core strength, but also strength in my ankles, knees and hips. It was hard going at first, but each session built on the last and by the end I was amazed by how much strength I had,’ said Vicky. After the second week she had lowered her dosage of cocodamol and by week four she was off it completely. ‘At first, I could only manage 10 minutes of exercise, but now I do 40. My partner has commented that I have a lot more energy and get up and go now. I still take ibuprofen, but I’m aiming to cut that down and be completely pain free over the coming months,’ said Vicky. ‘Too often people are given passive treatment, such as spinal manipulation or injections, when what they need is to be reassured and guided through movement that gives them the confidence to carry out their activities of daily life without fear of injury. What I want to do is promote collaborative treatment, where health professionals empower and work in partnership with their patients to affect lasting change,’ said Ricky. For more information or to find out whether this class is suitable for you email ricky@osteopathyandmovement.co.uk

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Taking Back the Reins RETURNING TO RIDING

It was the approach of a landmark birthday that made it happen. One of those times when you take stock and think to yourself, “If I don’t do it now, I never will.” I had been a horse-mad kid from the start, fascinated by such huge, beautiful creatures and wanting nothing more than to be near them. I had riding lessons as a child and got my first horse, Foxfire, for my fifteenth birthday. He stayed with me until his death, at the ripe old age of 29. After that, life took over – career, marriage, a mortgage, moving from the US to France and then back home to Guernsey. By the time the milestone birthday loomed, I had spent 15 years out of the saddle. I watched people hacking down the road with envy. I started inching closer to the equestrian scene, attending local horse shows. But getting back on the horse is different. I hate to admit it, but I was nervous. And there’s no way to hide it, there is a risk factor. Horses are flight animals with a natural instinct to flee at the first sign of danger. Granted, there are lots of people (probably very sensible people) who wouldn’t dream of climbing aboard a one-tonne animal who could bolt, buck or rear in a split second. A UK programme called Take Back the Reins has emerged in recent years, catering to mature horse-lovers who want to return to riding, or start anew. Adult riding lessons are also available here in Guernsey. So I walked into the stable yard at Otterbourne Riding Centre in Torteval for a lesson. The fear was there, but the wonderment was stronger. If you have been bitten by the horse bug, you know what I mean. The intoxicating smell of the stable, that heady mix of hay and grain and leather and most of all, horse. The magic of a velvety muzzle and a silky mane. Those big eyes. And the wow factor of being close to such a big, powerful animal. And being back in the saddle, surveying the world from up high, was every bit as fabulous as before. You remember everything - heels down, head up, the right diagonal and the correct lead – although it takes some time for your muscles to catch up. Riding is real exercise, and you can expect a few aches and pains as your body re-adjusts. It’s five years now since that landmark birthday, and I am firmly back in the horsey world. I loan a beautiful Connemara Pony named Gort Boy from Otterbourne, riding twice a week as well as catching him in the field, grooming and tacking up. A third of my wardrobe is now equestrian gear. And yes, I do see a second horse of my own in my future. Is there something that you loved doing as a child that has fallen by the wayside? Something that is quintessentially you? My advice is, if it enthralled you when you were young, you can recapture it. You’ll be glad you did. Words Siriol Evans

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SARAH FROOME, ISLANDGIRLABROAD A land of volcanoes, jungles, Mayan ruins and everything else in between, Guatemala is a paradise for adventurers and is begging to be explored. Don’t expect to find perfect beaches, crystal blue waters and a lazy following of tourists lining the beaches. Guatemala is a far cry from the beach bum paradise of Mexico, but what it lacks in this department, it makes up for in every other way. Spend more than a few weeks in Guatemala and you’re likely to bump into the same people along the way. It’s smaller in terms of other central American countries, travel times are reasonable, so covering a lot of ground in a short time is totally do-able which just means you can fit in plenty of adventure. Lake Atitlan is a hive of activity and a hot spot for many backpackers. It’s also a great place to spend some time learning Spanish, which is exactly what I did. Three weeks of tuition and living with a local family is a great way to start your Central America experience, every little helps and it really changes your travel experience if you can interact with the local people easily. The lake itself offers stunning views and some great activities, if you’re feeling adventurous.There are several hikes to be enjoyed, one of them at sunrise, which offers the most stunning views of the lake. You can also rent kayaks and be amazed at the volcanos towering above you from the water. Each little town along the lake has something to offer, whether it be bustling markets selling local fabrics and wares or laid back hippie vibes, offering yoga and smoothies. No matter what you’re in search of, there is something for everyone around the area. Tikal, a UNESCO world heritage site, is one of the largest Mayan ruins in Central America. It is fascinating to explore and, as it’s only a few hours from Flores, it makes for a great day trip. You can visit for sunrise or sunset, either way you’ll get a stunning view over the ruins from the top of the pyramids. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous there is the option of a 5 day guided hike out to the site of El Mirador. This was once the capital city of the Mayan culture, which has largely been consumed by jungle is not only fascinating to explore, but is located nearly 50km hike into the dense jungle of Guatemala, so it’ll take you a few days to reach.

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The settlement is home to the worlds largest pyramid (La Danta) which pokes just above the forest canopy and provides a view unrivalled by others. Sunset from the top is breathtaking, a sea of trees stretches as far as the eye can see and the sound of howler monkeys is carried on the wind along with the many secrets of the Mayan civilisation. The trek itself is hot and humid, it’s generally flat but the distances are long, so it’s very much a trek of mental determination than anything else. Camping in tents and dealing with snakes, spiders and scorpions is all part of the fun and, if you manage to get together a good group, it can be a wonderful adventure and well worth the 80km plus you’ll end up walking. If you’re still not done with the adventure, then head to Antigua, a beautiful little town just outside the hustle and bustle of Guatemala city. Not only are the streets beautiful to explore, but it’s home to the wonderful Acatenango volcano, which is very much active and can be seen spewing lava against the night sky from the town of Antigua. You can take a guided hike to the top and sleep in a tent just a few hundred meters from the lava spewing. Be warned, it’s not for the faint hearted, the terrain is difficult and it’s a steep ascent to the top so make sure you’re mentally and physically prepared. If you have clear skies though, you will be rewarded by a spectacular view of nature. If you’re looking for a little relaxation after all of this, head to the beautiful area of Semuc Champey. Beautiful azul rivers flow through the idyllic green landscape of Lanquin and provide some ideal swimming spots. There are caves to be explored by candlelight and waterfalls to jump from as well as natural pools to swim in and cool off during the heat of the day. You can also grab a tube and float lazily down the river enjoying the scenery as you go, either way is a fantastic way to spend the day. Find yourself an accommodation spot that allows you to enjoy the best of the beautiful scenery and wake up to the sounds of the jungle around you. Guatemala is a playground for the adventurous, crammed with fascinating Mayan history and beautiful scenery, it is the perfect country for a unique experience, trust me, you won’t be disappointed!!

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From chalky cliffs, to grassy meadows, from stunning lakes to boggy marshes and stark mountains, the geography of Britain is remarkable and even more so given its size. Its size is also what makes it so appealing – with little time and effort you can change your environs completely, coming across different vegetation, a difference in local customs and traditions, different dialects, and different foods and specialties. So, for your next holiday, consider staying closer to home and experiencing the British Isles. Perhaps there’s never been a better time to explore Britain. The falling pound, which I find most disagreeable when it comes to my secret online shopping habit, also means that the cheap continental holiday is now a little less so, and holidaying within the currency zone has become prudent. Britain has also had a sort of tourism renaissance of late, with the London Olympics in 2012, followed by the Tour de France starting in Yorkshire in 2014 showing the rest of the world that Britain is a worthy travel destination. I spoke to Julia Hands for an insider’s view. Julia is CEO and owner, along with her husband Guy, of Hand Picked Hotels, a collection of 20 individual hotels dotted throughout the British countryside, including Guernsey’s own St. Pierre Park Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort. According to Julia, whilst there are several parts of the British Isle that regularly receive large numbers of tourists, like Devon, Cornwall

THE GREAT and the Lakes District, there are other parts that have equally beautiful countryside and towns that are still so underrated. “For example, North Yorkshire has beautiful countryside, wonderful landscapes and a whole host of things to do. I think this would be my first pick. We have a hotel there just outside of Yarm and it’s a perfect place to stay to discover the North Yorkshire countryside.” The countryside and coast of Yorkshire boast such a plethora of things to do that I think it would be difficult to ever get bored. The Yorkshire tourism site www.yorkshire.com has numerous pages of inspiration, covering historic houses that can be visited, snorkelling safaris, cycling and walking tours, freshwater fishing, and the Scarborough Open Air Theatre, which deliver a number of leading musical acts throughout Summer, including the Beach Boys, Tom Jones and Little Mix. I can’t help but think, Yorkshire has something for everyone. Perhaps it’s having so many options for different experiences that makes Britain so special. Julia agrees. “It’s the familiarity, knowing what you’re going to get, but also the variety which you can experience in relatively short distances. The pomp and ceremony, the heritage, country homes and the National Trust - there’s such a wealth of history and heritage which makes [Britain] so attractive.” When it comes to places to stay, people are choosing places where they are more likely

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to get an authentic experience. This has been a key selling point of Airbnb, but can also be found readily through a unique and genuine hotel experience. Of all of the Handpicked Hotels, L’Horizon Beach Hotel & Spa in Jersey is incredibly popular in the Summer due to its enviable situation right on the beach at St Brelade’s Bay, Julia explains. But at Christmas time, when people are looking for a cosy country atmosphere, guests will look elsewhere. Rookery Hall Hotel & Spa in Cheshire is one of the Handpicked Hotels that particularly targets guests looking for an authentic country Christmas experience. Food provenance is now especially important for tourism, as people look to experience a place through the food on their plate. Handpicked Hotels haven’t failed to pick up on this. “We encourage the use of local produce on our menus. Experiencing variety is very much part of the appeal [of travelling in Britain]. If one of our hotels has venison or lamb farmed locally, then that is something we include on our hotel’s menu. In Guernsey, we have local crab, lobster and seafood, which is very much a part of the Guernsey specialities [on our menu]. It’s [an essential] experience at a country house hotel to have a good meal.” To book a Hand Picked Hotel for your next British getaway, refer to their website; www. handpickedhotels.co.uk where you’ll always find their best available room price, and where you can also find out more about the loyalty programme, ‘The Club’.

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Fawsley Hall Hotel Northamptonshire

Words Polly tapper

BRITISH GETAWAY If you were a concierge for a day in Guernsey, what would you tell visitors to do? Rides to Sark and Herm are great fun, but if you’ve only got one day, walk around the island. I’d suggest they go to Le Petit Bistro and have coffee and croissants, and then walk around St Peter Port and go to Cobo beach and have fish and chips on the beach. Then head to the Cup and Saucer at Fort Grey and visit the Shipwreck museum, and then walk to the Fairy Circle. These are all my favourite things to do. View the military emplacements up on the cliffs. They are fascinating. Then have dinner on the water at Octopus. After walking all that distance, you’ll have burnt it off! What do you always pack when you’re going on holiday? My Ipad - I have books on there, my emails and the internet. It’s so convenient. Also it’s great to have newspapers on it, especially when you can’t get hold of them easily.

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My camera - I take loads of photographs on holiday. Fly, train, car, or boat – how do you prefer to travel? Probably flying. I love trains, but I think I fly more than anything else.

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Country or city? City probably, but I do love the countryside. My favourite city is Rome, apart from London. Where’s your next holiday? Spain with a couple of friends, near Marbella in the Costa del Sol…to get my golf fix. What’s your favourite travel blog or how do you find inspiration for travel? I don’t really read travel blogs as such. I love Traveller magazine by Condé Nast. I quite enjoy reading that, but I speak to friends. Friends give me inspiration. We had dinner with friends recently who had just come back from a trip to Myanmar and it sounded absolutely fascinating. It hadn’t been high on my list of places to go, but they researched it very thoroughly. I got them to send me their itinerary, so if in future we branch out and decide to go a bit further, I can understand what they did, what worked for them, and what they enjoyed the most. You know what they’re like, so it’s better to judge the experiences, the hotels, etc, because you know what you’d enjoy by comparison. Active or relaxing holiday? I love walking and exploring is always fun. If I go to a city, I’ll walk for miles and miles.

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The Pineau Du Quay 20ml Pineau des grape liqueur 35ml Copper Head Gin 25ml Fresh Lemon juice 10ml of red grape and rose infused house syrup 2x peychauds bitters garnished with a rose and orange crisp

The Cafe Arbol 15ml patron incendio 15ml austrian chocolate liqueur 25ml espresso shot 10ml sugar syrup pinch of arbol chilli seeds

15ml Patron silver 10ml Tia Maria 35ml full fat Guernsey milk 1x half bar spoon of Xanthan Gum

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Green house martini 5ml fresh cucumber juice 3 ground black peppercorns 1x stem of bruised lemongrass A pinch of dehydrated and ground basil 20ml of fresh lemon 10ml of elderflower syrup Garnish with a cucumber curl

Logan berry fizz 20ml haut maison logan berry liqueur 1 dash of hibiscus bitters 5ml of house made Logan berry syrup Top with Champagne

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YOU WANNA TALK STYLE? we gotta talk craft beer... No other consumer product this century has set such a blazing trail – and nothing else can hold a torch to the increasingly unstoppable success that smaller breweries have in reshaping the alcohol landscape, by taking on the big multinational monolithic companies – who only focus on how much they’re selling, not what they’re selling. Think of craft beer as a hop-laden insurgency, convincing one drinker at a time their traditional views were wrong, and it’s time to come around to a whole new way of thinking. Now, while two-for-a-tenner petrol station deals are always going to tempt some, the prevalence of ‘think local, drink local’ and a consumer, who now wants to know the history of what they’re having, means the ways of the old are finished. Today, having a beer in a bar is more about discovery. You go inside, check out the fridges, then tap labels and promptly leave if there’s only

bland, fizzy liquid available in exchange for your hard earned cash. There are more breweries in the UK than ever before. BrewDog – who arrived on the beer scene ten years ago, tore up convention and have now amassed an army of some 55,000 Equity Punks across the globe to further the craft beer cause – just announced they have a £1bn. valuation, only a decade after starting out in the co-founders mother’s garage. Most major UK cities have entire weeks dedicated to beer festivals. David Cameron and Barack Obama made a bet-in-beer on who was going to win the football match between their two nations, and gaining a qualification in beer is now a recognised thing. You want more evidence of how stylish this stuff is? Check out Beavertown’s cans. Artwork that could grace any gallery.

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BrewDog Punk IPA

Liberation Pale Ale Cans

Adnams Sole Star

Yes, as mentioned above, BrewDog are going from strength to strength, and its flagship drink is still among the best beers you can buy – increasingly anywhere. Have it in this order for its levels of brilliance: on draft (which is possible in Guernsey’s newest bar, the Slaughterhouse), can (beer in cans is just better than in bottles. Fact) and then bottle. Hop forward aggressiveness, before an artillery barrage of grapefruit and a tropical tsunami of flavour, it’s just pure awesomeness.

I know you still disagree, but cans are just better: light, 100% recyclable, quicker to chill and a perfect, impenetrable shield to beer’s eternal enemies light and oxygen. Plus, remember what I said above about drinking local, to quote a Chicago mayor, ‘craft breweries make their communities a better place.’ So to end, Channel Islands brewery Liberation has recently put its award winning ale into cans, which are the trendiest thing in the brewing world at the minute. Crisp, light, straw-esq taste, nothing will pair better with fish and chips as we get into the summer season.

People are drinking less and they are drinking better – and responding to consumer wants is this caramel tinged beauty. Re-brewed this year to rock in at a hangover-preventing 0.9% - down from its previous already low 2.7% - it’s a BBQ friendly, non-brain cell destroying drink that you won’t tire of.

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The days are definitely getting warmer, you may even have spotted a few islanders going for morning swims and Liberation day is just around the corner. It’s May at last, which means longer, sunnier evenings in the garden, walks on the beach or at BlueBell Wood and alfresco dining! Yes, we’re in full Spring mode now and that’s good news for all who prefer life a little warmer and a tad more green.

This month it’s all about appreciating the world around us, dusting away the cobwebs and starting fresh with the season of renewal and growth. Take a new book onto the deck with a glass of wine, go to the cinema with the girls after an afternoon spent huffing and puffing on the cliff paths, listen to a new album in the car on the way to work, relax with a new TV series on the odd rainy day at home and most importantly, make time for you!

Movies

Another Mother’s Son

May 2nd in the Mallard. Starring: Jenny Seagrove, John Hannah, Julian Kostov Based on the true story of Louisa Gould, Another Mother’s Son explores a historic period close to our hearts here in the Channel Islands – the Occupation. The tense, heartfelt drama is set during World War II on Nazi-occupied Jersey and is well worth a trip to the cinema. Following the death of her own son during the war, Lou takes in an escaped Russian POW and hides him from the Germans. Tension mounts, as it becomes clear that Churchill will not risk an assault to recapture the British soil. Against this backdrop, Lou fights to preserve her family's sense of humanity and to protect the Russian boy, as if he was her own.

A Dog’s Purpose

May 5th in the Mallard. Starring: Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid, Peggy Lipton Lars Sven "Lasse" Hallström brings us a tale of unconditional love and loyalty – with a twist. Based on the 2010 novel by the same name, A Dog’s Purpose follows the surprising, soulful and uplifting story of golden retriever Bailey. The pooch’s life is shown from birth to death, to reincarnation, through four different dog breeds. Each time he is reincarnated, there’s a different story to tell and lesson to be learnt, except in the latest life, where he meets his original owner again. It’s Marley and Me meets Homeward Bound meets Love Actually, which if you ask me if a pretty good combo. Hallström first became known for directing almost all music videos by pop group ABBA, and subsequently became a feature film director. His work includes What's Eating Gilbert Grape and Chocolat.

Music

Rascal Flatts

If you haven’t enjoyed listening to a Rascal Flatts album whilst watching the sun go down and ‘sipping on an ice cold beer’ as they often encourage, you’re missing out, my friend. The band’s tenth studio album Back to Us is set for release this month (May 19) via Big Machine Records and it’s set to be a summer hit. The country trio say this album is reminiscent of their first few records – hence the title – and has a feel good, joyous sound. It’s no secret that the band has influenced a whole class of country music stars from Dan + Shay to Hunter Hayes.

Linkin Park

Who doesn’t remember Linkin Park from the noughties? They were all the rage back then and have pretty consistently rolled out music ever since their 1996 formation. The American rock band’s seventh studio album One More Light, is set to be released this month (also May 19) by Warner Bros. Catch them at the O2 in London on July 3, the Barclaycard Arena in Birmingham on July 6 and Manchester Arena on July 7.

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The Little Paris Bookshop by Nina George (2015)

On a beautifully restored barge on the Seine, Jean Perdu runs a bookshop; or rather a 'literary apothecary', for this bookseller possesses a rare gift for sensing which books will soothe the troubled souls of his customers. The only person he is unable to cure, it seems, is himself. He has nursed a broken heart ever since the night, twenty-one years ago, when the love of his life fled Paris, leaving behind a handwritten letter that he has never dared read. His memories and his love have been gathering dust - until now. The arrival of an enigmatic new neighbour in his eccentric apartment building on Rue Montagnard inspires Jean to unlock his heart, unmoor the floating bookshop and set off for Provence, in search of the past and his beloved.

The Lake House by Kate Morton (2016)

June 1933, and the Edevane family's country house, Loeanneth, is polished and gleaming, ready for the much-anticipated Midsummer Eve party. Alice Edevane, sixteen years old and a budding writer, is especially excited. Not only has she worked out the perfect twist for her novel, she's also fallen helplessly in love with someone she shouldn't. But by the time midnight strikes and fireworks light up the night skies, the Edevane family will have suffered a loss so great that they leave Loeanneth forever. Seventy years later, after a particularly troubling case, Sadie Sparrow is sent on an enforced break from her job with the Metropolitan Police. She retreats to her beloved grandfather's cottage in Cornwall, but soon finds herself at a loose end. Until one day, Sadie stumbles upon an abandoned house surrounded by overgrown gardens and dense woods, and learns the story of a baby boy who disappeared without a trace.

Sense 8

From the creator of The Matrix, Sense 8 tells the story of eight strangers, each from a different culture and part of the world. When the eight suddenly experience a shared vision, they discover that they are "sensates” - able to sense and communicate with each other, as well as share their knowledge, language and skills. While trying to live their lives and figure out how and why this connection has happened and what it means, they must find a way to survive being hunted by those who see them as a threat to the world's order. The 10 episode second season is available on Netflix from May 5.

The Good Wife

When a very public sex and political-corruption scandal lands her husband, Peter (Chris Noth or ‘Big’ from Sex and the City), in prison, Alicia Florrick (Emmy-winner Julianna Margulies) must get past the humiliation and betrayal and assume responsibility for her family. She resumes her career as a defence attorney, shedding her persona as the embarrassed wife of a politician, and takes charge of her destiny. Years later, after Peter wins the gubernatorial election, Alicia must balance her evolving career and family responsibilities with her new position as first lady of Illinois. All seven seasons are available now on Netflix!

Events

@ HOME LIBERATION DAY 9th May

Tuesday 9 May will mark the 72nd anniversary of the Liberation of Guernsey after five long years of occupation by the German forces. ‘Lib Day’ continues to be an important and poignant day in the history of the Island and it’s a great chance to get together with family and friends, and celebrate freedom. Expect the usual Liberation Cavalcade, live music in town with LibRock and of course the Liberation day fireworks!

Quotes of the month “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson “Go to Heaven for the climate, Hell for the company.” - Mark Twain

Facts of the month Russia (17,098,322 km²) has a larger surface area than Pluto (16,647,940 km²). A strawberry is not a berry, but a banana is a berry.

This time 50 years ago 29 May 1967: The first UK Spring Bank Holiday occurred on the last Monday in May.

Explore London by night

AWAY: Explore art, history and heritage after dark with Museums at Night events across more than 30 venues in London. Every year in May and October, major museums, heritage sites and historic properties open their doors to the public for this special occasion. When the sun goes down, you can take torch lit tours, explore secret exhibitions and enjoy live music in historic surroundings. Highlights include ‘The Original Gothic Experience’ at Strawberry Hill House (18 May), a 60s extravaganza at the National Archives (19 May) with displays, talks, music and cocktails and a Victorian variety show including folk music, craft beer and period entertainment at Fulham Palace (18 May).

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This time 100 years ago 7 May 1917: First ever night air raid on London.

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Incredibly, a third of this year has passed us by already and we have now enjoyed Easter and we look ahead excitingly to the beautiful summer months across our Bailiwick. As a radio station, the better weather and the lighter evenings allow us to dust down our outside broadcast equipment and prepare for a bonanza of events across the summer. We thrive as a station to immerse ourselves in island life, and we look at every opportunity we can to get out of our building and spread our wings across the island. We rely heavily on our partnerships with businesses across the bailiwick and without this support, we simply would not be able to attend the hundreds events that we do. Easter Sunday provided us with a perfect opportunity to get in to the Easter Spirit with our Easter Egg Hunt kindly sponsored

by Regency Bedding. We had a great attendance on the day, helped by some nice weather and we were able to raise money for the GSPCA. The speed that this year is flying by is quite alarming, and I am sure it wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be too long before we start talking about Christmas again, but it is too early yet, even for me! You can expect to see us out at more events in 2017 than ever before, so keep on the look-out for our presenters, roadrunners and of course Daniel the Donkey. This island always rocks but during the summer months it really does come to life. We have concerts, carnivals and whole lot more that we can enjoy in the coming weeks. As we enter a month jam packed with bank holidays we can look forward to the opportunity to enjoy a great month, with some great events, on a brilliant island.

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Stay Stylish whilst working out with Polly Outpacing the Fad - Fitness Fashion Ever since Sporty Spice and Madonna started wearing tracksuits on the streets, sporting wear has become a fashion in its own right. You might not have embraced the trend back then, when the fashion was still being dictated by the traditional sporting wear brands, but now with many designers embracing the burgeoning activewear market, activewear or athleisure (activewear that merges into after-gym fashion) is much more appealing. Here are some tips and brands to look out for:

Yoga...love those leggings! As a yoga student and teacher, I spend a lot of time in my leggings and there are a few things I’ve learnt along the way when it comes to getting the right ones:

Running...it’s all about the fancy footwear As a former pavement pounder, I know first-hand that ‘prevention is better than cure’ should be every runner’s mantra. It wasn’t until I stuffed up my knee that I actually thought about my footwear. My advice is simple: before you start on a running campaign of any sort, get properly fitted for shoes and find out how many miles the shoes have before you need to replace them; better yet, see a podiatrist. I spoke to the team at Fletcher Sports in St Peter Port who top running shoe brands; Asics and On. They told me that cushioning and propulsion is critical for runners. Fletcher’s will also assess your arches before recommending shoes.

swimming - retro-tech is in Swimwear fashion right now is all about taking on retro styles and giving them a boost with the use of cutting edge fabrics. Bowerswimwear.com is a Biarritz based designer doing just this. Whilst their swimwear cuts are classic (which is great news for athleisure disciples – hello swimsuit/bodysuit), they manufacture them to ethical standards. So you can feel good as well as look great in that bikini.

1. They are not running pants: you may be tempted to use your running pants for yoga, but after one painful savasana you’ll realise your mistake. Running pants tend to have built-in zippers and when you’re doing yoga these will dig in. 2. Don’t shop alone: I’m going to keep this one fairly obtuse. Just know there are a couple of yoga poses where you and your fellow students will favour your modesty. 3. If you’re a yogi, then shop like one: there are so many brands who have a strong ethos on the environment, sustainability and fair working conditions. Some brands to look out for: Plaisirs in St Peter Port stock Asquith who use bamboo and organic cotton; wearittoheart. com are chemical free; dharmabums.co.uk support fair working conditions and teeki.com make their gear out of recycled plastic bottles.

For the ladies... take a tip from Serena Williams As ladies, we have a special concern when exercising, and that is to mitigate the bounce. When my mum was buying my first sports bra – it was all stiff, shiny, beige corset-like affair back then. Breathing must have been considered optional. Now you can find great colours and designs made with performance materials, making it okay for the bra to be seen, or even worn without a top. My tip: match the level of support to the activity.

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styling your garden Words Ruth Craze

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When

planning to design, or redesign your garden, probably the

first question to ask is ‘what do you want to do with your garden?’

e.g. enjoy the wildlife and plants, grow produce for the home, or entertain and have fun etc.

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with that question also goes ‘how do you want to feel in

the garden?

creative etc.

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peaceful, relaxed and calm or rejuvenated and

thirdly, ‘how much work do you want to do in it?’ e.g. high

maintenance (every day) or weekend gardener or low maintenance

(once every 6 months). And

lastly and probably a very important question to ask is ‘how

much money have you got to spend on it?’

Having answered those questions, then the time of year to design or redesign a garden is next on the agenda. Generally speaking, new planting is best done in Autumn or Spring and hard landscaping i.e. paths, patios etc. is best done in the Autumn or Winter. This way, when the weather is at its best, the plants are into their full growing season, you will have done most of the preparation and can spend the good weather watching or being in the garden at the best time of year. Very often it is helpful to decide on a ‘style’ or ‘type of look’ that you want to achieve. To this end design books, garden apps, the internet and YouTube are great resources that provide a myriad of great ideas. Style can be googled and pictures of cottage gardens, modern contemporary gardens, family gardens etc. are

plentiful and provide inspiration for one’s own garden. Once you have a style or look in mind and have considered your budget for the garden, you may wish to include special features e.g. paths, seating and dining areas, water features etc. Then decide on planting to compliment the style you have chosen, and then, most importantly, consider the aspect of your site i.e. is it a plot that faces North, South, East or West; what type of soil does it have; is it exposed or sheltered etc. Light levels and warmth of the garden are determined by which direction your garden faces, and the prevailing winds, and immediate shelter belts. North and East facing gardens are generally cooler and have lower light levels than those facing South or West. Consider block planting i.e. planting in large numbers of the same plant for visual implant or ‘wow’ factor. Once you have all of these factors in mind, draw out various designs in your plot using strings and pegs and move them around to accommodate your ideas. Once you make a final choice on design, get the hard landscaping done first and the planting done after that. Whatever people say, design and gardening are not an ‘exact science’ and ‘trial and error’ are part of the learning experience. Gardens are living and therefore do not stay the same forever. They are constantly evolving as plants too follow the circle of life. Lastly, it is worth remembering that the more effort you put into the garden, the more the garden will reward you.

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Out of Town MERAKI HAIR SALON

It's a view commonly held that all of Guernsey's hotspots are crammed into the cobbled stretch of St Peter Port's high street, but even though most islanders choose to live outside of town, Alex Warlow finds that businesses in the other parishes are often still lesser known gems. One in particular, Hair Affair in Camp Du Roi, is relaunching itself this month with a new name – and they want everyone to know that there's more to Guernsey life than the GY1.

to offer TIGI Copyright Colour products and they even offer the industry renowned Olaplex system for gentle effective repair on the long suffering hair of colour treatment addicts. That’s along with other big names such as Merlin Professional, Moroccan Oil, Tigi Bedhead, Tigi Catwalk, Tigi Colour Trip and GHD.

Some of the customers have been coming here since the early days – scores of men, women and children have grown up and grown old between their regular trips to the salon. Now, after 20 years of making over other people, it’s time for the salon to give itself a new look.

The name and the wallpaper may have changed, but Meraki is still the same team who made up the mainstay of the hairdressing scene as Hair Affair. Decisions made in the lead up to rebranding have been made specifically draw the focus back to community centred hairdressing. Later opening hours – till 8 on Tuesday and Thursday – mean child dependent customers can come in for a treatment after the school run and dinner are out of the way.

It’s one of those salons that gives you a good old fashioned warm greeting, but matches that with cutting edge techniques – almost Hair Affair at Camp Du Roi has been all of the team tell me that they running at the same premises in St like to make their customers feel as Sampsons now for 20 years and will good as they look when they leave. rebrand as Meraki , hosting an open day on the 8th April to celebrate. Hairdressing isn’t just a necessity, Meraki translates roughly from the but a form of creative expression. Greek to: “Doing something with The team here are excited by the soul, creativity or love” and I’m told prospect of finding a style that suits it is an ethos the team have always each customer individually, but also felt rang true. tests their finely tuned skills.

Being out of Town has its many plus points, notwithstanding the fact that you don’t have to have your new hair ruined by a walk back to wherever you managed to park your car. What a lot of people might not realise though, is that they actually have many of the same high end products and the same, if not a higher, level of experienced staff.

What's nice about Meraki is that it leaves Town as the place for the big reveal. You can debut your new look at one of Town’s , but you can emerge, butterfly-like, from the It’s the only salon in Guernsey cocoon of Camp Du Roi. Words Alex Warlow

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James Barker, Design Director Design Director James Barker enjoys pushing the boundaries of design to get the most out of a clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s brief. Outside of work, James can often be seen cycling around the island on his mountain bike.

Sarnia Estate Agents have a combined 41 years of experience in property with an unsurpassed reputation for professionalism and expertise. They offer a very wide selection of property in Guernsey with proactive staff excelling in sales, lettings and property management.

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WHAT CAN YOU DO TO MAKE YOUR HOUSE EASIER TO SELL? The Guernsey property market has experienced a tough time recently. However, 2017 has started positively and although we are hopeful that this will continue, it is worth noting what you can do to make your house easier to sell. With the exposure to information about comparable properties and sale prices of houses in your area buyers are well informed about the market values of the houses they are viewing. It is therefore essential to value the property correctly when it first hits the market. If a house sits on the market too long, people start to assume there is something wrong with it. Vendors then look at a price reduction to encourage viewings and on most occasions, accept a lower sale price than if they had priced it accurately to begin with and negotiated close to the marketed price when agreeing a sale. Potential buyers often drive past your home and walk around the area before deciding to view it internally. Buyers will be discouraged if the property looks like it is in need of repair, has weeds growing out of the gutters or rubbish in the drive. When inside your home it is helpful for the buyer to feel welcome and comfortable. The best way to do this is to keep the house clean and as free from clutter as possible. It promotes the size of the rooms and allows the buyer to walk through the property unencumbered. Also, avoid the house smelling of any unsavoury odours. The clichĂŠ of baking bread or fresh coffee genuinely works.

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Taking care of a few odd jobs before viewings begin is a must as you want to create an environment where the person viewing feels they can move straight in. A buyer will be discouraged if they notice a number of small jobs while they are given a tour. Obvious examples are chipped or dirty paintwork, doors that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t close properly, broken bulbs or a garden where the lawn needs to be mowed and the borders tidied up. These jobs are quick, easy and often cheap to fix but perceived as a nuisance to house hunters who may not have a realistic idea of the cost to put these things right. Making your property available for viewings at any time is beneficial. It is not always convenient for house hunters to find time between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. A lot of viewings take place after work and weekends, especially in the summer months. If you put off letting a buyer see your house their enthusiasm could be dampened and if it is delayed until you find a more convenient window for you, they may have already found something else. Finally, it is very important to employ a proactive agent that knows their buyers as well as they know their properties. While regular marketing within publications and online exposure is vital for promotion of your property the most successful agents in this current market are those that build strong relationships and maintain regular communications with both vendors and house hunters. #14. MAY 2017. THE STYLISH ISSUE

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‘I have a lot of experience with 3D design software and enjoy the challenges of working with difficult spaces. I also enjoy the detail involved especially when you have to cut granite work surfaces you cannot afford to be even a millimetre out.’

THE DREAM TEAM

Channel Island Ceramics have been pushing the boundaries of quality and design in kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms for more than three decades and we meet the team who share a few of their design influences – and talk about their own dream rooms.

S a l e s Manager Jeff Le Messurier is a master woodcarver and furniture designer and for many years ran the family Guernsey Woodcarvers business. ‘I am a master carver, a cabinet maker and a sculptor which has stood me in good stead when the chance came to join the design team here at CIC.’ Jeff found himself looking for a new challenge when the time came for woodcarving business to close. ‘I was experienced in creating bespoke furniture and often worked on homes alongside John at CIC in fact at my job interview John (Litchfield) showed me a design of a bathroom he was putting into a new house and I had fitted out the rest of the house!’ Jeff joined the staff as a designer and tends to specialise in kitchen design. ‘We all have our specialist areas but I do love to create a dream kitchen for a client and deliver exactly what they have asked for. It really is important to find out how they use the space and ensure they get the very best of the design. To me the kitchen is the engine room of the home and as such it has to work properly for the family.’

Jeff admits that at present he does not possess his own dream kitchen but he has a clear view of what it would be like. ‘For me it is all about putting in gadgets. I am in the process of choosing a new hob for our kitchen and it has to be the best so we are investing in a new induction hob. I am also looking at a new steam combination oven which retains all the nutrients in the food and I am told bakes the very best cakes and bread. I would also like a sub-zero refrigerator but sadly we haven't got room for one!’ Jeff says his choice of kitchen is an easy decision. ‘I would definitely go for an Edwin Loxley kitchen as they are made by craftsmen and take me back to my past. The workmanship is superb. For me I would have a mix of solid wood and painted cupboards to give some definition to the room and of course I would have to opt for granite worktops. ‘ He would also incorporate a boiling water tap by Quooker and no kitchen he says would be complete without a Gaggenau Oven.’ A kitchen has to work efficiently. Today kitchens are no longer places where you cook meals, they tend to be living spaces too so you have to give thought to things like keeping surfaces clear and avoiding noisy appliances. Always buy the best you can afford as it will pay off in the long run. Silent appliances are vital when you are spending a lot of time in the kitchen or if you are combining it with a living space.’ So is there anything else Jeff would squeeze into his own dream design? ‘Well if I could get my wife to agree to it I would sneak in a radio controlled car track but I can’t see that happening any time soon'.

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Like her fellow design team members Kate Iwon can turn her talents to creating dream bedrooms kitchens and bathrooms but she has become the bedroom designer aficionado.

beautifully. For me my wish list would include a huge walk in wardrobe and a dressing room. I enjoy having my own space where all your things can be simply stored out of sight.’

‘I studied design and a lot of technical aspects of building planning and drawing, while I was studying at school in Poland. I could have gone on to become an architect but I enjoyed the creative side of the job more so I gradually moved toward design.’

‘I listen to my customers and try very hard to give them the bedroom they want. If a bedroom looks good and welcomes you in then you will be able to relax and enjoying spending time there. Everyone has different tastes and I enjoy the challenge of creating a dream bedroom from their brief. It is always rewarding when someone sends you a card or an email or a bunch of flowers for a job well done.’

Kate says that she enjoys the whole design process. ‘It is all about light and space and deciding how best to use that space. The hardest thing for me is being asked to squeeze a lot into a small area as it does shrink the room down. I hate filling every single corner of a bedroom!’ For Kate the priority is making the bedroom into a restful room . ‘It is important that your bedroom is somewhere that you can relax. For me, my dream bedroom would have white walls and wooden floors, oak works well in bedrooms, with lots of glass and of course lots of light. I love vaulted ceilings because the feeling of space they create.’ You can sometimes use the odd accent colour but I prefer to use shades of taupe , pale grey and shades of white. Fitted wardrobes allow you to maximise storage and of course storage is an important part of delivering a dream bedroom.’ Kate takes a lot of time to decide where beds should be placed. ’I also like to feature big beds, they look more luxurious and of course they cry out to be dressed

Kate is delighted that her love of design has been passed down to her student daughter Daria who is 20 and in her first year at university. ‘She is as design student with a real interest, and a talent in textile design and she is about to have a placement year at Burberry and she was delighted to meet the head of design Christopher Bailey who is one of the top designers in the country.' ‘I am so proud of her and art and design does seem to run in the family, my late mother was an artist and was very talented but unlike me, she was not able to follow through with her talents.’ Kate suspects that Daria will probably leave household design to her mother and possibly go into fashion. ‘My only problem is that people tend to think I am younger than I am even though I have 20 years experience in this industry! I just enjoy working to a brief, meeting the challenges of creating dream spaces for different people with different tastes and budgets and giving them what they need to create the most stylish and relaxing space possible.’

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is vital that you to listen to your client, gauge their needs, find out how they live and how they want to use the space. I also take into account the number of family members who will use the space and how it will fit into their lifestyle.’ Rachel says that bathroom designs are now very diverse.

‘Some people want light and bright and airy, others go for the more traditional designs while certain clients want a more moody theme with low lights giving them a spa experience.’ Rachel Barclay is an experienced designer who combines a busy family life with creating dream bathrooms for her clients. A former finalist in a national Bathroom Designer of The Year competition, Rachel has worked for CIC for 17 years. Rachel is passionate about design, and she has a very clear view of what makes the perfect bathroom. ‘I did a degree in interior design and the course was a very technical one which encompassed things like air conditioning and disabled access as well as the aesthetic aspects of design. Over the years this has helped me tremendously. I worked as a teacher in the UK and became head of art in a senior school in Cambridgeshire but once I relocated to Guernsey with my husband, a job like this seemed to bring all those strands together.’ Rachel says that she had applied to a variety of companies, but her first interview was with John Litchfield at Channel Island Ceramics. She was impressed by what she saw and John was quick to take her onto his design team. ‘ At that time I was designing everything from Mark Wilkinson kitchens to offices and bathrooms, the role was very diverse. But it became clear that bathroom design was my real forte. I enjoy creating amazing bathrooms and I find it a real challenge. You can create an amazing space moving walls and putting a concept together that will really work for your client. I think it’s because there is an opportunity to add to the structure of the room.’

She says she has noticed a move toward using more colour. ‘There is more of a call for using gold, nickel and rose gold is also becoming popular. Manufacturers are now using very advanced finishes that allow us to use things that in the past would not have been so durable. For example Hansgrohe has physical vapour deposition (PVD) process that is harder than conventional chrome so it gives a very polished and very hard wearing finish that will not tarnish. ‘ So, with all this experience and talent at her disposal does Rachel have her own dream bathroom? The question has her laughing and shaking her head. ‘Right now our children’s education is top priority but when funds allow I know exactly the sort of bathroom I will design. For me it is all about technology and the latest things to give you a wow factor that will last. I would definitely go for the new Villeroy and Boch toilet that automatically warms the seat, has a subdued lighting system that gives the bathroom a gentle glow in the night, and a seat that you can set to open for a female or male! It also has a special silver antibacterial glaze that makes it easy to clean and kills any nasty germs.’ Rachel would choose to install one of the state of the art Rain Shower units. ‘It’s like a soft mist but it really does soak you and it is so relaxing to stand under it.’ Lighting she says, is the final and vital detail to get right in bathroom design. ‘You have to make sure you have proper light subtle and when you are lying in the bath you should feel like you are having the ultimate spa experience. Finally I would invest in a Keuco mirror so when you are applying your makeup you can opt for daylight or night light setting so you always have the proper light!’

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A Villeroy & Boch bathroom makes a statement in any home.

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£220,000

St Peter Port

£255,000

St Peter Port

£265,000

TRP 68 // LM1645

£265,000

St Peter Port

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St Peter Port

TRP 102 // LM1553

£315,000

St Peter Port

TRP 56 // LM1588

£275,000

St Peter Port

TRP 51 // LM819

£325,000

St Martin

TRP 73 // LM1336

£275,000

Castel

TRP 36 // LM1642

£330,000

St Sampson

TRP 0 // LM1503

£295,000

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St Peter Port

TRP 0

£365,000

St Peter Port

LE T SO EN AG

TRP 77 // LM1632

£369,000

St Peter Port

TRP 99 // LM1524

£390,000

St Peter Port

TRP 56 // LM1644

£395,000

St Peter Port

TRP 119 // LM1621

£399,000

Vale

LE T SO EN AG

TRP 93 // LM1587

TRP 90 // LM1597

TRP 145 // LM1485

TRP 115 // LM1626

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£420,000

Forest

TRP 189 // LM1654

£489,000

St Martin

£420,000

St Sampson

TRP 111 // LM1598

£549,000

St Sampson

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TRP 150 // LM1651

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TRP 239 // LM1623

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TRP 277 // LM1649

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SOLE AGENT VALE - £299,000 Tenanted semi-detached cottage Immaculate throughout Large lounge/diner Separate fitted kitchen Parking and lawned garden

JOINT AGENT ST PETER PORT - £387,000 Detached 3 bed family home On outskirts of St Peter Port Large lounge with open fire Enclosed south facing rear garden Garage and parking

ST SAMPSON - £475,000 Modern 3 bed garage-linked house Well presented throughout Lounge, dining room and conservatory Enclosed rear garden + parking for 4 cars Lovely family home

INVESTMENT

NEW INSTRUCTION ST ANDREWS - £565,000 Stylish detached bungalow Spacious living accommodation 3 double bedrooms (1 ensuite) Patio and lawned garden Parking for 2/3 cars

SOLE AGENT ST SAVIOURS - £750,000 Investment opportunity Block of 4 flats (fully tenanted) Communal garden areas Parking + 2 garages Scope to extend further

SOLE AGENT CASTEL - £1,250 PCM Immaculate 1 bed wing All utility bills included Can be let furnished Enclosed private patio + parking No pets or children

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SOLE AGENT ST SAMPSON - £1050 PCM Immaculate 1 bed detached barn Quiet off road location Parking for 2 cars Strictly non-smokers. No pets. Available by negotiation

SOLE AGENT ST SAVIOURS - £3000 PCM 3 bed family home overlooking Richmond Bay Reverse plan accommodation Large lounge/diner with superb views Lawned garden + rear patio Single garage + ample parking

£229,000

£250,000

£279,950

£327,000

ST PETER PORT

Ground floor apartment with private

Lounge/diner, kitchen, double bedroom and

Lounge, kitchen, two double bedrooms,

Kitchen, lounge/diner, utility, two bedrooms,

entrance. Open plan lounge/kitchen/

a bathroom. Parking for one car.

bathroom and a utility area. Parking and

bathroom and parking for two cars.

diner, double bedroom and a shower

private garden. Excellent storage.

room. Wooden store.

NEW TO MARKET

NEW INSTRUCTION

NEW TO MARKET

SOLE AGENT

£340,000

£365,000

£375,000

£385,000

ST PETER PORT

VALE

ST SAMSPON

ST SAMPSON

Open plan lounge/diner, kitchen, three

Detached bungalow. Lounge, dining room,

Lounge, dining room, kitchen, two double

bedrooms and a bathroom. Courtyard

kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms.

bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lean-to

garden. Potential to create parking.

Courtyard garden. Potential for parking.

storage/seating area. Enclosed garden and

Open plan kitchen/lounge/diner, two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, study area and a WC. Courtyard garden and parking for one car. Excellent storage.

SOLE AGENT

SOLE AGENT NEW TO MARKET

NEW TO MARKET

parking for one car.

NEW INSTRUCTION

SOLE AGENT SOLE TO MARKET

£465,000

£468,000

£475,000

£480,000

ST PETER PORT

VALE

ST MARTIN

Lounge/diner, kitchen, two double bedrooms, bedroom 3/study and a bathroom. Low maintenance garden and parking for at least three cars.

Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, four bedrooms, two bathrooms and a WC. Garden, garage and parking.

Detached bungalow. Lounge, kitchen/ diner, three bedrooms, bathroom and a WC. Gardens and parking for a number of cars. Quiet location.

Lounge, kitchen/diner, four bedrooms, bathroom, shower room and a utility. Parking and gardens.

NEW TO MARKET SOLE AGENT

SOLE AGENT NEW INSTRUCTION

NEW TO MARKET

NEW INSTRUCTION

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£485,000

£510,000

£520,000

£575,000

ST PETER PORT

ST PIERRE DU BOIS

VALE

Four double bedrooms, lounge/diner, kitchen, two bathrooms, WC and a utility room. Gardens, garage and parking.

Lounge, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, attic room and a bathroom. Large gardens, field, garage, workshop and parking.

Detached coastal cottage with huge potential. Lounge, kitchen/breakfast room, two bedrooms, two attic rooms, bathroom and a WC. Large gardens. Sea views.

Large lounge/diner, kitchen, dining room, four bedrooms and a bathroom. Swimming pool, garden, garage and numerous parking spaces.

NEW TO MARKET

NEW INSTRUCTION

SOLE AGENT

£595,000

£650,000

£695,000

ST SAMPSON

ST MARTIN

ST PETER PORT

ST PIERRE DU BOIS

Lounge, dining room, kitchen, four bedrooms, study, two bathrooms and a utility room. Gardens and two parking areas.

Five bedroom house with a large one bedroom wing. Both units have independent access. Garden and parking for a number of vehicles.

Lounge/diner, kitchen/diner, four bedrooms,

Large lounge/diner, kitchen/diner, conservatory, study (bedroom 5), four bedrooms, bathroom, shower room and a utility room. Swimming pool, garage/ workshop, gardens and parking.

bathroom, WC and a utility room. Front and rear gardens. Garage and parking.

SOLE AGENT SOLE AGENT

NEW INSTRUCTION

£745,000

£765,000

£799,500

PORT SOIF

ST PETER PORT

CASTEL

ST SAVIOURS

Lounge, large kitchen/diner, sun lounge, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a utility. Gardens, workshop, garage and parking.

Four bedroom town house with one bedroom

Open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, large

ground floor apartment. Courtyard garden and

conservatory, four bedrooms, nursery, study, two

parking for three cars. Beautiful views.

bathrooms, WC and a utility room. Swimming

A recently renovated detached four bed house with a separate one bedroom bungalow. Double garage/workshop, numerous parking spaces and front, side and rear gardens.

SOLE TO MARKET

pool, gardens and parking.

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ST PETER PORT

TRP 57

ST PETER PORT

TRP 45

JOIN

ST PETER PORT

TRP 52

ST PETER PORT

TRP 86

JOIN

SOL

Top Floor Studio Apartment

Ground Floor Apartment

Lovely Third Floor Apartment

Ground Floor Apartment

One Bedroom

Bright And Airy Rooms

On Street Parking

Ideal First Time Buyer

Convenient Location to Town Centre

Two Bedrooms

Move In Condition

Great Central Location

On Street Parking Nearby

Ideal First Time Buyer

Ideal First Time Buyer/Investment

On Street Parking

Immaculate Throughout

On Street Parking Nearby

Outside Communal Area

Rear Communal Garden

Small Outside Space

Good Location On The Outskirts Of Town

£170,000

LR2628

ST PETER PORT

TRP 99

£205,000

LR2585

ST PETER PORT

TRP 79

£239,950

LR2518

ST PETER PORT

TRP 93

£250,000

LR2140

ST PETER PORT

SOL

First Floor Apartment

Wonderful First Floor Apartment

Beautiful Maisonette

Semi-detached

Two Bedrooms

One Bedroom

Two Bedrooms

One Bedroom

Stylishly Presented

Parking for One Car

Fully Renovated

Well Presented

Rear Courtyard

Rural Views

Set Over Two Floors

Ideal First Time Buyer

Central Location

Ideal First Time Buyer/Investment

Lovely Sea Views

Parking for One Car

Ideal First Time Buyer

Close To Town Centre

On Street Parking Nearby

Small Patio Area

LR2597

£265,000

LR2624

£285,000

TRP 66

VALE

TRP 92

ST PETER PORT T

£289,000

LR2622

ST PETER PORT

TRP 118

SOL

JOIN

£299,995

LR2575

ST SAMPSON E

Lovely Cottage

Semi-detached House

Semi-Detached House

Very Well Presented

Two Bedrooms

Parking For Two Cars

Tastefully Renovated And Modernised

Immaculately Presented

Low Maintenance Enclosed Courtyard

Garden And Patio

Private Patio Garden

Rear Enclosed Patio

Close To Local Amenities

Walking Distance To Bridge

Excellent Location For Professionals

Ideal Location

Good First Time Buyer

Ideal First Time Buyers

On Street Parking Nearby

Local Market

£315,000

VALE

TRP 49

£339,000

LR2604

CASTEL

TRP 71

£345,000

LR2599

ST PETER PORT

TRP 112

SOL

TRP 96

SOL

Terrace House

LR2586

TRP 72

ST PETER PORT

TRP 108

SOL

£365,000

LR2617

SOL

Terrace House

Pretty Granite Cottage

Terrace House

Stylish Apartment

Two Bedrooms

Three Bedrooms

Beautifully Presented

Well Maintained Throughout

Well Presented Throughout

Balcony With Lovely Sea Views

Parking For One Car

Large Raised Garden, Decking And Shed

Private Rear Courtyard

Secure Underground Parking

Rear Enclosed South Facing Garden

Lovely Sea Views

Rented Parking

Communal Gardens

Floored Attic With Power

Parking For Two Cars

Ideal Location

Ideal Location For Main Town Centre

LR2626

£365,000

LR2488

£365,000

LR2598

£369,000

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LR2625

£379,000

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TRP 102

ST PETER PORT

TRP 113

ST SAMPSON

TRP 114

VALE

TRP 80

JOIN

SOL

JOIN

SOL

Semi-Detached House

Charming Cottage

Semi-detached House

Three Bedrooms

Two Bedrooms

Beautifully Presented

Well Presented

Spacious Rooms

Well Presented House

Ample Parking

Plenty of Parking

Fully Enclosed Garden

Front And Rear Enclosed Gardens

Parking for Two Cars And Visitors Parking LR2600 Large Rear Raised Garden

Enclosed Private Rear Garden

Parking for Two Cars

Close To Local Amenities

Local Market

Great Location

Private Location

£399,000

LR2486

ST PETER PORT

TRP 165

£419,000

LR2600

ST SAMPSON

TRP 226

SOL

£424,000

LR2565

ST SAMPSON

TRP 130

£429,000

LR2590

ST PETER PORT

SOL

TRP 145

SOL

Terrace House

Semi-Detached House

Detached House

Three Bedrooms

Five Bedrooms

Immaculate Throughout

Three Bedrooms

Well Presented Throughout

Close To Local Amenities

Three Bedrooms

Ample Parking And Single Garage

Large Attic Space

On Street Parking Nearby

Fully Enclosed Rear Garden

Close To Many Local Amenities

Parking For Three Cars

Scope to Develop Separate Maisonette

Conservatory

Scope To Extend Into Large Floored Attic

Near To The Coast

Rear Patio/Garden

Parking For Up To Two Cars

Local Market

LR2578

£449,000

VALE

TRP 118

£449,000

LR2587

ST PETER PORT

TRP 118

£449,000

LR2621

ST PETER PORT

TRP 90

CASTEL

TRP 146

SOL

£449,950

LR2292

SOL

Semi- Detached Home

Semi- Detached House

First Floor Apartment

Detached Bungalow

Well Maintained Throughout

Three Bedrooms

Two Bedrooms

Three Bedrooms

Quiet Location

Stylishly Presented

Nicely Presented Throughout

Enclosed Front And Rear Gardens

Parking For Two Small Cars

Stunning Sea Views

Conservatory

Parking For Three Cars And Clos Parking

West Facing Garden And Patio

Underground Parking For Two Cars

Near To West Coast Beaches

Ideal Family Home

Close To Town Centre

Balcony And Communal Gardens

Ample Parking

LR2403

ST SAMPSON

£469,000

LR2147

£490,000

LR2323

£495,000

TRP 192 156

VALE

TRP 187

VALE

TRP 321

JOIN

ST SAMPSON

TRP 302

SOL

£548,000

LR2619

JOIN

SOL

Lovely Detached Bungalow

Detached House

Ten Bedroom Lodging House

Detached House

Four Bedrooms

Good Condition Throughout

Five Bedrooms

Beautifully Presented

Allocated Parking

Spacious Rooms Throughout

Quiet Location

Large Private Garden

Sun Lounge, Garden And Patio

Ample Parking And Garage

Paved, Lawned And Decked Garden Areas

Ample Parking

Great Opportunity To Run Large Home Or

Low Maintenance Rear Garden

Ample Parking

Ideal Location

Business

Ideal Family Home

LR2620

£560,000

LR2540

£599,000

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£600,000

LR2602

£640,000

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FLAT 3, 14 SAUSMAREZ STREET

JOINT AGENT

FLAT 4, BRAZIL HOUSE

3, INFINITY GARDENS

2 BEDS | ST. PETER PORT £275,000 | TRP 143

1 BED | ST. PETER PORT £315,000 | TRP 82

SOLE AGENT

1 BED

ST. PETER PORT

£205,000

JOINT AGENT

TRP 66

9, INFINITY CRESCENT

2 BEDS

ST. PETER PORT

KEYSTONE

OAKWOOD BARN

2 BEDS | ST. SAMPSON £389,000 | TRP 93

2 BEDS | ST. ANDREW £495,000 | TRP 134

SOLE AGENT

£399,000

TRP 94

KAURI HOUSE

SOLE AGENT

3 BEDS

CASTEL

£530,000

TRP 193

LOCAL MARKET SALES

CIMAROSA

LORIEN

2 BEDS | FOREST £545,000 | TRP 200

3 BEDS | ST. MARTIN £548,000 | TRP 134

SOLE AGENT

KARAFUU

SOLE AGENT

4 BEDS

ST. PETER PORT

£550,000

LA DURANDE

3 BEDS

ST. SAMPSON

5, INFINITY TERRACE

SOLE AGENT

£625,000

ST. PETER PORT

£550,000

TRP 139

TRP TBC

DE BEAUCAMP

FIRTREES

3 BEDS | ST. ANDREW £580,000 | TRP 180

3 BEDS | CASTEL £620,000 | TRP 197

JOINT AGENT

3 BEDS

SOLE AGENT

TRP 183

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ST PETER PORT

£265,000

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1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom

Duplex apartment Smartly presented Light and airy accommodation Convenient town location South facing terrace NEW

Ground floor apartment Recently upgraded Smartly presented Convenient town location Allocated parking space

Convenient location 5 minutes walk to town centre Parking space and patio Low maintenance home

TRP 104

LA CHAUMETTE ST SAMPSON

SOLE AGENT

£355,000

NEW

TRP 85

TAWNY ST PETER PORT

£299,995

TRP 72

£525,000

TSAMBIKA ST SAMPSON

£535,000

2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom

3/4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Low maintenance bungalow Quiet clos – convenient location Ideal downsize or first-time buy West facing rear garden Garage NEW

Smartly presented bungalow Quiet clos Light and airy accommodation Open plan living area Sunny and private garden

Great family home Four double bedrooms Low maintenance west facing garden Located on a peaceful clos SOLE Ample parking

TRP 78

FLEUR DE LYS ST ANDREW

SOLE AGENT

£595,000

TRP 162

SOLE AGENT

APT 1, HAZELY MANOR

WHITCHURCH

ST PETER PORT

£615,000

AGENT

TRP 170

£639,000

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Family home with a versatile layout Scope to create further accommodation Glass gable/balcony with panoramic views Enclosed garden Central location

Immaculately presented Splendid garden apartment Prestigious development Private west facing patio Garage and parking

Charming Victorian townhouse Listed building in desirable location Versatile layout Low maintenance garden Parking NEW

TRP 222

TRP 162

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SOLE AGENT

TRP 186

SOLE AGENT

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MartelMaides

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20 Maison Le Marchant

TRP 79

SOLE AGENT

TRP 53

68, La Charroterie Mills

TRP 86

SOLE AGENT

St Peter Port

£215,000

5, Infinity Gardens

St Sampson

£229,000

The Penthouse

TRP 77

TRP 131

Modern 2 Bedroom Ground Floor Apt Use Of Small Patio Area Light + Spacious Accommodation Secure Underground Parking Space

£247,500

St Peter Port Apt 8, Juniper Hill

TRP TBC

SOLE AGENT

1 Bed, 1 Bath Maisonette High Specification Throughout One Parking Space + Visitor Landscaped Communal Gardens

St Peter Port Beaumaris

TRP 102

Purpose Built Living for over 55’s 2 Bedroom 1st Floor Apartment Multiple On Site Amenities One Parking Space

St Peter Port

£299,999

No. 2, Leicester Terrace

TRP 142

SOLE AGENT

Stunning 2 Bed Penthouse Elevated Town Views Open Plan Living, 2 Baths Quiet, Convenient Location

£315,000

TRP 76

SOLE AGENT

Lovely Second Floor Apartment Convenient Location Underground Parking Space Communal Gardens

Modern Ground Floor Flat Immaculately Presented Light + Airy Accommodation Convenient St PP Location

Apt 41, Rosaire Court

St Peter Port

Stylish 1 Bed Second Floor Apt High Specification South Facing Gardens + Parking Quiet St Peter Port Location

£330,000

Magnolia

TRP 124

St Peter Port

3 Bedroom Town House Well Balanced Accommodation Garden With Sea Views Scope to Extend and Upgrade

£355,000

Button Moon

TRP 113

St Peter Port

£390,000

St Francis

TRP 122

SOLE AGENT

Lovely Semi-Detached House Situated On A Quiet Clos Bright + Airy Accommodation Immaculately Presented

Lovely Detached Bungalow Light + Airy Accommodation Rear Garden & Garage Quiet Off Road Position

£399,000

Vale Dorset Mist

TRP 127

SOLE AGENT

2 Bedroom Semi-Detached House Presented In Good Order Lovely Sea Views Parking Spaces + Garden

£419,000

Vale Serenity

TRP 144

SOLE AGENT

Immaculate 3 Bed House Parking + Enclosed Garden Capelles School Catchment Good Family Home

St Sampson

£419,000

4, Beaconsfield Terrace

TRP 146

SOLE AGENT

4 Bed Semi Detached Home Near West Coast Beaches Recently Upgraded Parking + Garden

£455,000

St Peter Port

Spacious Detached Bungalow Convenient Location South Facing Rear Garden Garage + Parking

St Sampson

£470,000

St Peter Port

£449,000

Cheveyo

TRP 115

SOLE AGENT

Spacious Town House Enclosed Rear Garden Light + Airy Accommodation Good Reception Space

St Peter Port

Desirable West Coast Property 3 Double Beds, Spacious Accomm Sea Views, Off Road, Quiet Location 2 Parking Spaces, Patio Garden

£475,000

Castel

£479,000

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TRP 142

£490,000

La Cocquerie

TRP 123

2 Bedroom Detached Cottage Lovely West Coast Sea Views Ideal Renovation Project Detached Workshop

Lovely Semi Detached House Convenient Location Enclosed Front + Rear Gardens Spacious Accommodation

St Peter Port

Seabreeze

Changi Close

TRP 207

TRP 147

Modern Detached Bungalow Newly Renovated Throughout Central Location Garden + Parking

£520,000

St Peter

Innsbruck

TRP 146

Fauville

TRP 265

Large 3 Bed, 2 Bath House Close To Vazon Bay Low Maintenance Living Cavity Built Property

£535,000

Vale

Chatelherault

TRP 174

Castel

£570,000

Clos A L’Avoine

SOLE AGENT

Detached 3 Bed Cottage Requires Full Upgrading Huge Potential + Scope Garage/Workshop, Gardens

St Saviour

Detached 3 Bed Bungalow Located On Quiet Clos Close To Rocquaine Bay Ideal Downsize/Buy To Let

£580,000

La Durande

TRP TBC

Large Guernsey 4 Bed Cottage Extended and Upgraded Excellent Condition Gardens, Ample Parking

£585,000

St Peter Maison Du Soleil

TRP 146

Stunning West Coast Site Renovation Or Demolish & Re-Build 4,000 Ft New Build Granted Huge Potential

£595,000

St Sampson Les Longbos Cottage

TRP 225

SOLE AGENT

Stunning Brand New House 3 Bed, 2 Bath Detached Hse High Specification Throughout Garden + Multiple Parking

St Sampson La Conchee

TRP 183

Detached 4 Bed Bungalow Quiet Lane In St Saviour Spacious, Lovely Gardens Garage, Multiple Parking

St Saviour

£675,000

St Saviour No. 4 La Hougue Farm

TRP TBC

Detached 3 Bed Home + Wing 3 Bed, 2 Bath House Additional 1 Bed Studio Parking, Garden + Sea Views

£720,000

Croute Mainguy

TRP 161

SOLE AGENT

Unique West Coast Property Deceptively Spacious, 3 Beds Stunning Roof Terrace Ample Prkg, Low Maint. Garden

£625,000

POA

St Saviour

£735,000

Castel

Detached 3/4 Bedroom Cottage Quiet Location Extensive Gardens + Outbuildings Requires Light Renovation

St Saviour

3 Bedroom + 2 Bathroom Generous Living Space Garage, Secure Gardens + Parking Permissions + Scope to Extend

£675,000

Le Mauveret

TRP 263

Spacious Split-Level Bungalow Potential Development Opportunity Beautiful Site With Sea Views Close to Miellette Beach

£735,000

Vale

£695,000

Maranatha

TRP 242

Substantial Family Home Lovely West Coast Location Garden + Parking Spacious Accommodation

Castel

£785,000

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JAMES BENTLEY has been waking you up every weekday morning on Island FM and also informing passengers where to find their life jacket and the emergency exits on Aurigny flights. Now there’s something else James can help you with; finding your dream home with Sarnia Estate Agents. With James looking for a new direction and the company growing, who better? ‘You can find you dream home here, here and here; the keys are under the door mat...' James’ sticking power with sales has never left him, he started his career for his father’s packaging company selling bubble wrap and sellotape! However James has always had an interest in property, attending open houses and new builds. The team at Sarnia know the island like the back of their hand and as your favourite drive time presenter for so long, James is well scripted in all things Guernsey and now the local property market.

With a soothingly familiar tone to his voice, you’ll be in great hands with this word-smith and he’s keen to work hard for locals and young people looking to get on the property ladder. With an enviably youthful team, they all know the challenges of getting onto the property ladder. With James’ fresh face (not just suitable for radio) along with Luke Jones and the significant experience of Alex Ford, no one works harder for the Guern’s than at Sarnia. So no longer will you say, ‘this is James – you know the one from the radio.’ Now it’s, ‘this is James, you know the guy that found me my new home with Sarnia Estate Agents!’ For James, yes it’s all a new challenge but it is one he is thriving on - enjoying meeting new people, helping their dreams happen and loving the fact that he only sees 5 o’clock once a day.

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It’s clear from the outset that Phil Collenette loves his job. His eyes light up and a big smile blooms on his face as

he talks animatedly about the in-depth science behind arboriculture. We’ll get

to that, but first, lets clear up exactly what arboriculture is, and how it fits into life on Guernsey.

Contrary to what many of you might believe, there is more to working with trees than climbing them and playing with chainsaws. Well, there might be a bit of that, but if there is, it’s not something Phil draws my attention to. Rather, he defines his work like this: the whole job, ultimately, is about retaining trees when and where it’s possible to do so. Phil is an independent arboricultural consultant. This means he has undergone rigorous scientific training, earning a level four diploma in arboriculture, and frequently travelling to the UK to refresh his knowledge with various courses. “There’s such a lot of detective work in this job,” he tells me earnestly “each tree is fascinating.” He really means it, too. How this plays out in practice is that Phil spends most of his time performing a number of invaluable services: tree hazard assessments, tree protection orders, working with trees on development sites, tree management plans and surveys, and consulting on arboricultural selection, planting, and design. Basically, when it comes to trees, Phil’s your guy.

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THE SCIENCE OF ARBORICULTURE Phil is an enthusiastic arboreal educator, and before too long I find myself a rapt listener as he expounds on fungi. I am well aware that we are just scratching the surface of one tiny area of Phil’s knowledge base, but even then, I struggle to keep up. Phil tells me that there are four principle types of decay strategies caused by tree fungi, of which there are between 20 and 30 species: ‘Active pathogens’, like Honey fungus, attack trees in the rhizosphere. ‘Heartwood specialist’ fungi, like the Artist’s fungus (Ganoderma), decays the central heartwood of the tree causing hollowing. ‘Sapwood exposed’ fungi, like the familiar Oyster Mushroom, invades trees that have been wounded. ‘Sapwood intact’ spores can lay dormant in trees until the right conditions (such as limb damage or ill health) triggers its development, like Birch Polypore.

with greater than 30% remained standing. To this day within the field of modern arboriculture and hazard assessments, it is still used to help determine the probability of mechanical failure of trees. “The likelihood of a failure is higher,” and by this, Phil means the tree is more likely to fall down “but is that really a problem? It’s in a lowrisk area. I’d suggest reducing the crown [thereby diminishing the mechanical load on the base and decreasing the risk of failure] by about 15% and re-inspecting it in the near future. It still looks great.” And there’s more to it than aesthetics. Phil explains to me that the extensive cavities you find in trees like this act as wonderful wildlife habitats. It strikes me, as he explains how great this is for bats, that arboriculture is probably the kind of thing you can only do if you really, really, love the natural world. LOOKING AFTER THE ISLAND’S TREES

Some of this needs explaining: words like ‘limb’, ‘wound’, and ‘fungi’ mean all of the things you would expect them to mean when applied to trees. But I stumbled at constituents, and Phil notices. He tells me:

Infinitely wiser when it comes to trees, I ask Phil, in parting, if there is anything he would like to share with readers. He doesn’t hesitate for a second: “There are three things, actually. The first is that, in relation to planting, there is often a lack of consideration of suitable specimens for suitable locations. A considerable number of trees are felled due to poor species selection at the planting stage. Ultimately, all this does is give trees a bad name: they end up costing people far more than they should in repetitive pruning and eventual removal, cause a loss of green cover within the urban landscape as a result of that removal, and cause people to think of trees as a nuisance.

“All wood has two principle constituents, and when a fungus attacks a tree, it’s attacking one or both of them.” These constituents are lignin, which provides a tree’s rigidity, and cellulose, which allows for flexibility in the tree. I ask Phil if he has an example of this knowledge applied to a real tree diagnosis, and he is eager to share one (the image with this article is that very same tree). “On this Beech,” he tells me “you’ll see two big bracket fungi, Ganoderma. These fungal fruiting bodies are essentially feeding on the trees lignin, taking away its rigidity at the base, causing a white rot and subsequent hollowing of the center of the tree.” The tree will compensate when it senses the extra movement caused by its loss of rigidity, Phil says, by creating reaction wood. This results in something called a bottlebutt: a swell at the base of the trunk. This, of course, gives the Ganoderma more of that tasty lignin to digest. “Right,” I reply, finally getting it “Chop it down.” There is a pause. I haven’t got it. 'It's not as simple as that' Phil replies. There is rarely a black and white answer. This particular Beech tree has two substantial bracket fungi called Artist's fungus [Ganoderma] resulting in the lower stem section becoming extensively decayed and subsequently hollow. Within the field of tree biomechanics it is what is termed 'beyond the T/r ratio'. Hang on-T/r ratio? It turns out that this ratio describes how hollow a tree can remain standing in relation to the amount of sound residual wood within the outer circumference of the stem. Phil explains that this was discovered by a German physicist and engineer called Claus Mattheck after a storm blew down 800 trees and those with a 'residual wall' of less than 30% mechanically failed whereby those

“The second is a wrong approach to tree management. Ideally, tree owners should be adopting a more pro-active approach by contacting approved arborists to identify problems before they happen and retain trees where feasible rather than simply having them removed. This would be more economical for the tree owners, and safer for the tree surgeons, because tree felling is not really the safest part of the job. “The third is a general hope that people can try to think rationally and objectively about trees. We need to carefully consider the reasoning behind the removal of a tree, especially an iconic or landmark tree. We need to think outside the box and embrace the defects within trees wherever possible and consider their value to the natural and urbanized worlds.” If any of those three points sound like the kind of thing you’ll struggle with, don’t despair: Phil is available to help, and you can reach him on the 07781 163288, at the email address phil@philcollenette.com, or through his website at www.philcollenette.com.People need to think outside the box, embrace the defects in trees, and stop cutting them down without justification.” If any of those three points sound like the kind of thing you’ll struggle with, don’t despair: Phil is available to help, and you can reach him on 07781 163288.

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Intertrust Easter Running Festival The 36th Intertrust Easter Running Festival was a huge success. The festival, sponsored by Intertrust which has a broader relationship with the Guernsey Athletics Club, featured four races over four days. The event that took place from 14-17 April has grown more popular over the 36 years and this year it attracted athletes of all standards from the UK, Jersey and further afield. The male and female winners were Jacob O’Hara, a visiting 16-year-old athlete from Portsmouth, and local athlete Louise Perrio respectively, who each won all three individual events.

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The weekend was set against a backdrop of beautiful race conditions as sunny days and low wind speeds led to some fast times. Races took place across the island and ranged from a 5k road race to a cross country team relay. A junior festival was also held alongside the senior event. A new addition to this year’s festival was a brand new, much flatter course route for the 10k race, which began at Grandes Rocques and finished at Northside. Paul Ingrouille, Guernsey Athletics Event CoOrdinator, said: "Intertrust has shown great support for athletics for more than a decade now and their support helped make the Easter Running Festival the best one yet. The changes we made resulted in some great times for visiting and local athelets alike." Sue Trebert, Marketing Manager of Intertrust in Guernsey, said: “We are very proud to have furthered our support of athletics in Guernsey with the Easter Running Festival, which is a showcase for the whole island. It is a considerable undertaking to organise such an event and we enjoyed working with the club to help make it the great success it was.”

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How do you ensure your employees are happy?

I think my team would say I am a demanding but supportive, fun and definitely not boring Our culture is about inclusion, collaboration, boss. high performance and opportunity. We have an excellent agile working programme which What do you as a company stand for? means employees have flexibility on the hours they work. For example, a keen surfer may want Deloitte aims to make a positive impact on the to start a little later so he or she can hit the reputation and success of our clients, the local water in the morning, or a parent may want to economy and the wider society. work part-time hours around their children. We listen to our staff and encourage physical and How does your company contribute to island mental wellbeing. From weekly yoga classes and mental health champions to lots of social life? events and support for junior staff during their Deloitte has supported the Guernsey FC exams, we work hard to ensure our team is youth football programmes for more than happy and healthy. 10 years, and we also provide free business services to the Youth Commission, The HUB What was your best personal mistake? and Guernsey FC. We have a three-year commitment to working with Guernsey Mind Pouring Tippex over a client's brand new as part of Deloitte's One Million Futures boardroom table! responsible business strategy. Plus, we try to give young people lots of great opportunities to train here and enjoy a great career.

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As an island what should we do more of? I believe we need to be more positive and make the most of the incredible opportunities Guernsey has around education, healthcare and business. We need to forge ever-stronger partnerships between business and government and make the most of how accessible our leaders are for us all. We have some great news stories, but perhaps we could be bolder about sharing them and I believe we need to remember we have unique advantages and focus on the business that we are good at, understand the island's scale and remember that we can't be all things to everyone. What makes you love Guernsey? Guernsey is my home. It is a fantastic place to work at the highest level while enjoying the beautiful environment. I love the beaches, cycling, family life and the connectivity to the UK, Europe and beyond.

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GENERALI WORLDWIDE EXTENDS SPONSORSHIP OF THE GUERNSEY ISLAND GAMES TEAM UNTIL 2021 Generali Worldwide is set to continue its sponsorship of the Guernsey Island Games Association, backing the team all the way to the 2021 Guernsey Island Games. This latest sponsorship agreement means that the global insurance company will have supported the Guernsey team for 10 years, working with them for six Island Games - in the Isle of Wight, Bermuda, Jersey, Gotland, Gibraltar and eventually the Guernsey Games. Brian Allen, Chairman of the Guernsey Island Games Association, comments: “We initially chose Generali Worldwide as our sponsor because of the strong synergy between the ideals of our association and Generali’s own internal values of excellence and team spirit. “Over the last five years, those shared values have created a true partnership. “Generali Worldwide’s sponsorship has

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been invaluable, allowing us to compete at a higher level but also, through the annual sports bursary scheme, supporting community sport as well. “We are thrilled that this ongoing partnership means that, together, we can work towards 2021, when Guernsey will be in the spotlight as the team competes on home ground. Securing this long-term sponsorship means we can focus 100 per cent on our sport and our athletes.” The Island Games team is currently busy training for the 2017 Games to be held in Gotland, Sweden, in June. Over the course of the seven-day event, 3,000 athletes from 24 countries will compete across 14 different sports. Guernsey has never been out of the top four medal winners and, at the 2016 Island Games in Jersey, the team won 28 gold medals across nine sports, placing them third out of 24 competing countries. The Games also have personal significance for Generali Worldwide employees, some of whom have participated in past events and/ or are awaiting team selection news for Gotland. Giorgio Daboni, Chief Executive Officer, Generali Worldwide in Guernsey, states: “Having supported the Guernsey Island Games Team since 2011, we are fully aware of the passion and drive that power these athletes across their various sporting disciplines. The spirit of the Games and Guernsey’s team matches our own corporate drive to be the very best and we are thrilled to be supporting the team beyond Gotland as they bring the Games home to Guernsey in 2021.” Generali Worldwide has also been supporting the Guernsey Sports Commission via a charitable donation since 2015, which is being used to implement a coaching development programme and the Get Active Stay Active series of free sports try-out sessions.

CAREY OLSEN TOPS CHAMBERS GLOBAL RANKINGS Mourant Ozannes has been named 'Offshore Law Firm of the Year' at the prestigious Chambers Europe Awards, which honour the work of national and international law firms across Europe. The Awards mark the culmination of the year-long research conducted by Chambers and Partners involving thousands of interviews with leading inhouse counsel. As a result, they reflect not only a law firm's pre-eminence, but also highlight notable achievements over the past 12 months including outstanding work, impressive strategic growth and excellence in client service. This is the third time that Mourant Ozannes has won the Offshore Award. Commenting on the win, Chambers described Mourant Ozannes as the "go-to firm" for corporate, finance and dispute resolution issues, with top-tier practices in investment funds, employment and property. Mourant Ozannes Global Managing Partner, Jonathan Rigby, said: "Our vision is to be consistently recognised as the best offshore law firm so we are delighted to win this award for the third time. It reflects our position as the pre-eminent offshore firm in Europe, the quality of our client base and our dedication to delivering outstanding client service. The Award also highlights our impressive strategic growth in the last 12 months with the addition of 10 new partners in our Guernsey, Jersey and London offices alone."

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Invest with Sam Stylish Stocks If, like me, you’ve found yourself in the unfortunate situation of being forced to sit through an entire episode of the hit Bravo TV series Project Runway (an experience I am keen to point out I did not enjoy – even after witnessing Heidi et al. take pleasure in dashing the dreams of their loyal disciples), then you will know that “in fashion, one day you’re in and the next day you’re out”. It is certainly true that fashion brands can be more susceptible than most to swings in the taste of fickle consumers. This characteristic presents a problem as it suggests that luxury goods businesses are only relevant for the brief period their products remain fashionable. Our investment process centres around finding excellent quality companies: the types that have continually demonstrated their ability to deliver superior results over a sustained period and that have built a protective moat that will position them well to continue to reward their shareholders going forward. Clearly a company that is only able to generate significant demand for its product for a limited period does meet our stringent criteria. As thematic investors, one of our core themes is the growing emerging consumer. As emerging markets undergo development, generally speaking, the wealth of its citizens also increases. Initially, this additional income is used to purchase necessities (staples) however, as the evolution of wealth continues, disposable income increases and there will subsequently be an increased demand for discretionary (luxury) goods. As more emerging and frontier countries undergo development and the population within them gets richer, the opportunity set for luxury goods companies increases. Therefore, such companies have a natural advantage when it comes to achieving long-term growth. The question that then arises is how do we access to this long-term theme without falling victim to the end of another fashion fad?

SAM CORBET, Ravenscroft Investment Management The answer here is relatively simple, we seek to own luxury companies that not only meet our quality criteria but that also have a diversified product portfolio. This allows us to take advantage of the changing population demographic highlighted above, but also provides us with an element of protection - as the underlying company is able to weather the storm when one of their product lines inevitably falls out of favour. This idea is probably best illustrated through a brief evaluation of two well-known fashion brands, LVMH and Burberry. LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (the astute may have noticed that the acronym is out of sync with the full name – got to love that French logic – although, perhaps it’s a fashion statement!) The Company’s name is in fact an amalgamation of its most significant brands: Moët (Champagne), Hennessy (Cognac) and Louis Vuitton (clothing and leather goods). Interestingly, the diversification is actually far broader than this. Currently, LVMH is made up of 70 different brands (or as it refers to them “houses”) spread amongst 6 distinct operating segments. Its fashion brands still account for over 30% of total company revenues and 50% of operating income, however this segment is made up of 16 different globally recognised brands – names such as Christian Dior, Marc Jacobs and Louis Vuitton. This spread offers protection against any one brand falling out of favour and its diverse range of business segments also offers protection against any industry–specific headwinds. On the other hand, Burberry is, well, Burberry – iconic tartan print and classic trench coats. Whilst the products may be impeccably made (and priced to match), the focus solely on one brand offers investors little protection from any fashion fads. Back in the early 2000’s Burberry, by no fault of its own, suffered a significant image setback as tartan-check

knock-offs became a must have accessory for any wannabe Chav. This saw demand from style conscious Burberry customers decline and it took some time for the Company to adapt and repair the damage the association had done to its image – in the interim, this weighed on sales and led to a temporarily decline in company profits. More recently, Burberry shares fell just shy of 45% from 2015 highs over disappointing sales in Asia and the fears the impact a continuation of this trend would have on overall earnings. The differences highlighted above serve as testament to our mantra of knowing what you own and why. Without delving deeper, it is easy to understand why an investor might initially expect these two fashion giants to perform similarly. However, the reality is both companies offer investors significantly different exposure. Whilst I cannot profess to have any fashion expertise, I do know that I would rather own a company that has a diverse range of products) than risk putting all my eggs in one basket by choosing a company such as Burberry. Admittedly, such an egg could turn out to be golden and continue to remain in style, or just as equally, it could turn out to be rotten.

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LOUVRE ANNOUNCES NEW BOARD ROLE AND THREE SENIOR APPOINTMENTS Louvre Group has strengthened the board of Louvre Trust (Guernsey) Ltd with the appointment of Jane Kerins. Ms Kerins’ role as Fiduciary Risk Director includes board-level responsibility for the compliance team and the company’s overarching approach to fiduciary risk. Her 30 years’ sector experience extends from running small bespoke solutions to leading larger fiduciary teams within multinational organisations. She also has extensive experience of working with both family office structures and private clients and has acted as Group Risk Director for a London-based asset manager, investing in and managing significant property holdings, hotels, restaurants and private equity strategies. The Group has also been bolstered with three further senior appointments within its fiduciary and fund administration teams. Steve Woodhead, Associate Director, has joined the Louvre Trust (Guernsey) Limited team. David McGall and Martin Boyde join Louvre Fund Services Limited as Head of Corporate Services and Company Secretary and Head of Financial Accounting and Reporting respectively.

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Steve Woodhead brings over 25 years’ trust and fiduciary experience to his new role as Associate Director at Louvre Trust (Guernsey) Limited, managing and providing technical oversight and support to the administration team. Having previously spent his career within a large independent fiduciary, Mr Woodhead has extensive experience managing a variety of complex trust and corporate structures, property and investment vehicles, employee benefit trusts and pensions. With over 10 years’ experience within the Guernsey finance industry, David McGall brings an in-depth knowledge of various corporate restructuring issues to Louvre Fund Services, including mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt fundraisings and listings, joint ventures and corporate governance appraisals. Mr McGall’s responsibilities include management of corporate secretarial services for client entities and oversight of company secretarial activities for the business. He also manages compliance support and oversees relevant investment structures and staff development. With 17 years’ experience working in finance and accounting, Martin Boyde has spent the last decade working within the banking and trust industry here in Guernsey, more recently within a fiduciary company operating in the superyacht industry. In his new role within Louvre Fund Services, Mr Boyde is responsible for all aspects of client financial accounting and reporting. Derek Baudains, Chief Executive Office of Louvre Group, comments: ‘We are very pleased to be boosting the business with such well-respected and experienced financial specialists. ‘These appointments are testament to our ambitious plans for the future and we’re looking forward to offering further expertise and greater customer services within our fiduciary and fund offerings.’

NEW DIRECTOR FOR THE CHANNEL ISLANDS PROPERTY FUND Retired chartered accountant and chartered tax adviser, Steve Le Page, has become a director and audit chairman of specialist real estate investment company, Channel Islands Property Fund. Mr Le Page replaces Brian O’Mahoney, who stepped down from the board on 1 April due to his commitments and role at Ravenscroft, which acts as investment manager to the company. ‘Steve has extensive experience in the financial services industry, through a highly successful career in auditing and advisory services. He has remained involved since his retirement through a small portfolio of non-executive directorships, including those for a number of listed funds. He will be a huge asset to the board when looking at future investment opportunities in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man,’ said Shelagh Mason, chairman of the Channel Islands Property Fund. Mr Le Page was a partner with PwC in the Channel Islands from 1994 until September 2013. He is a former chairman of the Guernsey International Business Association and former president of the Guernsey Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants. ‘The Channel Islands Property Fund is an exciting company to be involved with as it has made a number of significant acquisitions and has plans for further growth. I am delighted the opportunity arose to join the company’s board and hope my experience and knowledge of investment funds will help bring continued success, and ultimately a healthy return for our investors,’ he said.

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WORKSPACES Never a business that can be accused of standing still, Sarnia hotels is continuing a rolling programme of refurbishment and improvement across its three outstanding St. Peter Port hotels. One of its most successful recent projects is the creation of the Copenhagen Bar and Grill at Best Western Hotel de Havelet, which has just celebrated its first birthday. Sarnia teamed up with design consultants Rondel and Rondel to transform the ground floor of this old coach house into a beautiful contemporary space and extend the design to include a terrace boasting wonderful views over St. Peter Port. A major part of the design brief was to create a space that was both functional for staff and aesthetic to guests.

The heart of Copenhagen is an open kitchen, which allows diners to experience the energy and excitement of a professional kitchen and for the chefs to work in a modern purpose built and energy efficient environment. No expense has been spared with the interior of the restaurant which has a truly eclectic feel. Wooden flooring, patterned tiles and wallpaper compliment a mix of plush fabrics and suede furnishings. Tasteful lighting includes vintage filament bulbs which add to the ambience of the restaurant. The exterior of the building has been revitalised and is now clad in dark timber, complete with firepit and strings of light bulbs that give a magical feel during those long relaxing summer nights.

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