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FEBRUARY 2015 • issue 29
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Dear Resident, February might be the shortest month of the year, but with the number of new openings and events on the horizon over the next few weeks, it looks set to fly by. As the musical Yarico prepares to premiere at the London Theatre Workshop this month, Lauren Romano talks to producer Jodie Kidd about why the hard-hitting tale of love and slavery still has a legacy today. Find out more from page 10. From drama on the stage to action on the pitch, Lauren also heads to Fulham FC’s historic football ground, Craven Cottage, to learn more about what’s in store in the future on a tour with local guide Bridget Barton. Go behind the scenes from page 16. Meanwhile, anyone looking for a new local should follow in the Journal’s footsteps and pay a visit to The Tommy Tucker pub. Run by the trio in charge at Amuse Bouche and Claude’s Kitchen, the exceptional food and barrel-aged cocktails have fast made it a favourite haunt of ours. Whet your appetite on page seven.
Image/ Fancy a pint? Pull up a chair at The Tommy Tucker (page seven). Photo by garyhamill.com
Managing Editor Francesca Lee Assistant Editor Lauren Romano Editorial Assistants Jennifer Mason, Tom Hagues Editorial Intern Tamir Davies Editor-in-Chief Lesley Ellwood
Managing Director Eren Ellwood General Manager Fiona Fenwick Production Hugo Wheatley Alex Powell Oscar Viney Alice Ford Members of the Professional Publishers Association
Publishing Director Giles Ellwood Executive Director Sophie Roberts Client Relationship Director Friday Dalrymple Business Development Manager Nicola Bloomfield Senior Designer Lisa Wade
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local news Keep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news
Stick to your guns
Salute the sun Yogi Erin Pritchard of the The Power Yoga Company is upping sticks to Santorini in Greece in May to host a yoga retreat in the sunshine. Those looking to kick back and unwind can now book a spot to attend. The retreat, taking place at Aethrio in the picturesque village of Oia, will begin every morning with a power yoga session and end with an evening yin yoga class on a rooftop overlooking the sea, so you can enjoy the sunset as you stretch. Participants can then while away the rest of their time relaxing by the pool or sinking into the sand on the beach with a good book. 16-23 May, from £700 including yoga, accommodation, airport transfers and listed meals.Visit thepoweryogaco.com for more information
GET INVOLVED Veteran charity Stoll is looking for runners, riders and triathletes to compete in a number of sporting events. ‘Some ex-service personnel leave the armed forces and are faced with a host of challenges that prevent them from fully integrating back into civilian life,’ says community fundraiser Tom Howat. ‘By getting involved, participants will help raise vital funds to support these men and women to lead full and independent lives.’ The charity is looking for people to enter the BUPA London 10K in May, as well as the Prudential Ride London 100 and the London Triathlon in August. Interested? Contact tom.howat@stoll.org.uk or call 020 7385 2110 -4-
Keen to make their mark on Fulham’s thriving local antiques scene, the team at the Antiques Young Guns (AYG) group will be hosting their first pop-up shop on Lillie Road this month. Curated by AYG co-founder George Johnson and AYG of the Year finalist Lily Trunfull, you can rifle through gems, including a late Victorian, burr walnut boxed decanter set, a vintage lead cherub sculpture or a rare Bentwood Thonet rocking chair dating from around 1865. If you can’t make it down to the temporary Aladdin’s cave, a virtual #AYGINLOVE gallery of exceptional finds can be viewed on the AYG website for a month from 11 February. 11-14 February, Wednesday 12 noon-6pm; Thursday and Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-7.30pm, 315 Lillie Road, SW6 7LL (antiquesyoungguns.co.uk)
Dinner for one Calling all singletons at a loose end on Valentine’s Day, St Clements Café has teamed up with new dating website 21pictures.com to host a special supper club on the 14th, with delicious seasonal cuisine and (fingers crossed) romance on the menu. If that isn’t your thing, the café is also now taking bookings for its regular supper club on 26 February, when the kitchen will be whipping up the likes of salmon ceviche, slow-cooked venison and lemon and passion fruit tart. To make a reservation, email olivia@stclementscafe.co.uk. 201 New King’s Road, SW6 4SR, 020 7998 8919 (stclementscafe.co.uk)
Natural impact As a nod to the approaching spring (which still, admittedly, feels a long way off), wrap up warm and pay a visit to Box Galleries to catch its latest exhibition of abstract paintings by artist Lee Tyler. Daubed directly onto aluminium, as opposed to a traditional canvas, Lee’s ALUMINART collection of energetic, vibrant works inject a splash of colour and brighten up the King’s Road space. Pop along and you might even find the perfect artwork to fill that blank wall in the living room. Until 12 February, 402 King’s Road, SW10 0LJ (boxgalleries.com)
Tart and soul
All the fun of the fair Anyone looking to keep the kids entertained this half-term should head to Normand Park where John Parnham Funfairs will be in town. Take a spin on the merry-go-round and enjoy all the usual familyfavourite rides. 14-22 February, 12 noon to 6pm daily, Normand Park, Lillie Road, SW6 7LW
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Whether you fancy a classic dish of scrambled eggs and smoked salmon with a slice of artisan bread for brunch, or a tempting freshly baked mango and redberry tart mid-afternoon, Fulham Road’s new dining destination, Fulham Tarts, has something to suit all appetites. Every detail has been thoroughly thought out; from the pistachiogreen banquettes to the Scandichic, 1960s-inspired chairs, the interiors alone are worth a visit. A beautiful space to gather your thoughts over a café latte almond (made with almond milk and honey, topped with pistachios) and watch the world go by. 178 Fulham Road, SW10 9RP, 020 7373 8629 (fulhamtarts.co.uk)
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From left to right: Jim Morris, Claude Compton and George McCabe. All photography by garyhamill.com
The publicans
From popping Champagne corks to pulling pints, will the team behind Amuse Bouche and Claude’s Kitchen hit the mark with their latest venture: The Tommy Tucker? Lauren Romano finds out
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he boozer and the gastro pub: when it comes to the story of the public house, it’s a tale of two halves. On one side it’s all bar stools occupied by regulars, pork scratchings and dartboards. On the other, microbrewery craft ales, rare-breed steaks served on wooden chopping boards and hotel-quality hand soaps in the bathroom. Finding a middle ground between the two is thirsty work as Jim Morris, Claude Compton and George McCabe, the trio already at the helm of the acclaimed Amuse Bouche and Claude’s Kitchen, found out. ‘I have always wanted to open a pub,’ Jim confides, striding up to the bar with Chilli, the Labradinger trailing along behind. He set up Amuse Bouche nine years ago, met rising-star chef Claude and together they transformed the upstairs room into a restaurant, which has since proved popular
with locals and food critics alike. With things ticking over nicely, the pair, together with bar manager George, decided to look for the next venture. ‘In the past I’d run the Duke of Cambridge and The Hollywood Arms down the road in Chelsea, so it was a case of knuckling down and doing some “research”,’ says Jim as a smile creases on George’s face. ‘We’ve basically been on a pub crawl for the last year. We remember the first couple of places,’ he quips, ‘but it’s a bit hazy after that.’ Thankfully, their vision was not clouded enough to miss the chance to get behind the bar at what was formerly The Pelican, a watering hole tucked just behind Fulham Road. ‘We’d put out feelers and heard that the owner was looking to sell. He’d had it for 30 years and, by his own admission, he knew that it was time for a change -7-
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Tucker is not exactly channelling The Nag’s Head from Only Fools and Horses; Del Boy isn’t about to pull up in a three-wheel Reliant Regal and order a Piña Colada. There are reclaimed-wood tables, spindly-legged chairs, minimalist lighting fixtures and the faint, fragrant scent of Wick & Tallow candles burning somewhere: the gastropub hallmarks seem pretty present and correct to me. ‘We hope that The Tommy Tucker transcends the label,’ Claude jumps in. ‘Yes, it has a strong food and drink offering, but we are aiming for it to be the best version of what a traditional pub should be; somewhere fun that doesn’t take itself too seriously.’ The trio are quick to point out that you won’t find a white tablecloth here. Instead those propping up the bar can order ‘snacks’ in the form of crispy sand eels with roast garlic mayo or buttermilk rabbit bites with their pint of London Pride (which beats a packet of cheese and onion crisps hands down). Front of house manager George is responsible for
but he didn’t have the energy for it,’ Jim tells me. ‘He’s been in since and was very complimentary about what we’ve done.’ The 80-cover space has now been completely transformed and it’s still so new that you can almost smell the wet paint. ‘We have been very lucky,’ Jim admits. ‘We wanted a corner pub, because in our opinion they have more character, and to find one right on our doorstep in Fulham was fantastic. ‘Traditionally, pubs used to just be pubs, proper boozers with lads standing around, and then it went all gastro and places started to become restaurants. That’s why we moved the bar,’ he explains, as all eyes dart to the striking zinc-clad island in front of the open kitchen. ‘We wanted people to be able to sit around it and have that old, nostalgic pub feel – somewhere you can strike up a conversation with another local sitting over there.’ It’s a nice thought, but The Tommy -8-
the drinks and as well as a popular selection of draught beer and cask ales, the reasonably priced wine list has something for everyone. On his recommendation we opt for the quaffably smooth Cabaret Frank Cabernet Franc. The cellar downstairs (named the Tuck Box) is a nice touch, too. Here, local wine buffs and collectors can store and sell their own wines for a small mark-up. George is also in charge of cocktails and
Nurseries to his award-winning street- food van Green Goat via his first restaurant, the aforementioned Claude’s Kitchen. At The Tommy Tucker he has gathered a tight-knit team of five who aren’t afraid to be inventive in their quest for the freshest produce, and if that means a little butchery thrown in, then so be it. ‘This weekend we had some whole lamb carcasses arrive [handily, Claude’s girlfriend’s family are
We wanted a corner pub, because in our opinion they have more character, and to find one right on our doorstep in Fulham was fantastic has been busy inventing a selection of potentsounding barrel-aged tipples. ‘You’re not going to start calling yourself a mixologist?’ I enquire. He laughs, ‘We want to simplify the process – so we’re not making a point of shaking things. Our Manhattan has cinnamon-infused bourbon in it that’s stirred and poured over ice and served in a Martini glass. It’s unfussy but a little bit different.’ The kitchen serves a set-lunch between 12noon and 3pm and dinner from 6pm until 10pm. The menu is pared back, categorised into meat, fish, fruit and veg sections, with an emphasis on ingredient-led dishes. The meat comes from HG Walters butchers and the fish from small day boats in Cornwall. ‘I call the fishermen and they tell me what they’ve got and I work with that. If you don’t dictate exactly what you want then the quality is better,’ Claude tells me. The catch of the day this evening is melt-in-the-mouth gurnard, served with Jerusalem artichokes, fennel and purple potatoes. We also tuck into raw beef fillet pastrami with celeriac and horseradish slaw and finish with a raisin and infused rum choc ice – a grown-up take on the classic childhood treat, which sits in a puddle of almond milk with a dollop of salted caramel cream. Each dish is equally as impressive as the next. Then again, with Claude in charge of the food, diners should expect to fill their boots. His culinary trajectory has taken him from the Michelin-starred Petersham
lamb farmers], so we roasted the joints for lunch and marinated the other cuts to use in different dishes,’ says Claude. With the soft launch now successfully done and dusted, The Tommy Tucker officially opened last month and so popular is it proving already that I struggled to get a booking on a Tuesday evening, in January. ‘It’s been incredible so far, and with this as well as Amuse Bouche already under our belt, fingers crossed things will get smoother,’ says Jim. ‘Annoyingly, we can’t relax properly here as we’re always working, but we’d love it to be our local. By the time we open our tenth though, we’ll be able to delegate. We’ll be sorted then, with our Fulham pub empire – we like to refer to it as The Conglomerate,’ he confides, jokingly. ‘But until then we’re enjoying the ride.’ 22 Waterford Road, SW6 2DR, 020 7736 1023 (thetommytucker.com)
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Unchained melody As her musical about love, betrayal and slavery premieres at the London Theatre Workshop this month, Lauren Romano chats to producer Jodie Kidd about why Yarico still resonates with audiences
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istory is no stranger to starcrossed lovers. The literary canon in particular has had its fair share. Romeo and Juliet, Tristan and Isolde, Heathcliff and Catherine: nothing tugs at the heartstrings quite like a doomed romance. But while some of these ill-fated couples have courted popularity over the years, others have faded into obscurity. Keen to give the kiss of life to a particularly powerful love story, theatre company Yarico Productions – founded by actress and model Jodie Kidd and her father John – will be bringing their first musical, Yarico, to the stage at the London Theatre Workshop this month. Yarico is based on a 17th-century tale of an Amerindian beauty who falls for British merchant’s son Inkle when he is shipwrecked on her native shores. After she saves him from death at the hands of the islanders, the plot takes a darker turn in Barbados where Yarico is sold into slavery.
Love, loss, betrayal, incarceration – the subject matter sounds like a box-ticking exercise for a silver-screen epic, but still this story remains largely unknown among contemporary audiences. First recorded by Richard Ligon in his book The True and Exact History of the Island of Barbados in 1657, the drama arrived in England more than a century later with George Colman’s 1787 opera Inkle and Yarico. An immediate and resounding success, in its time it was a powerful talking point during the abolitionist movement. John Kidd first came across Yarico’s story more than 15 years ago and began the task of bringing it to the public’s attention once more. ‘It’s such a simple, beautiful tale that reminds everyone about the importance of freedom and equality,’ Jodie tells me. As well as addressing hard-hitting and universal themes, the musical resonates on a deeply personal level for Jodie who spent her childhood in Barbados, where much of the action unfolds. ‘Barbados will always have a special place in my heart,’ she confides. ‘I have been blessed with many wonderful memories. My emotional connection with the island and its people, some of them my dear friends, has definitely influenced my decision to make this musical happen. It’s my way of saying thank you and showing appreciation of the place I call my second home.’ And so from Barbados to Fulham, Yarico re-tells Ligon’s true story, directed by Emily Gray, with the book and lyrics by Carl Miller. The musical has been a coup
It’s such a simple, beautiful tale that reminds everyone about the importance of freedom and equality for the London Theatre Workshop and a testament to the creative programming that artistic directors Ray Rackham and Tom Lees have been championing since the theatre’s arrival in the neighbourhood last year. ‘Hot off the heels of our own musical
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[the well-received Apartment 40C which ran at Christmas], Yarico confirms that our intimate little theatre is the place to be for thought-provoking, new musical theatre writing and we are delighted to have Jodie and the team on board,’ Ray beams.
by Jodie’s response, her investment in the project has been a humbling experience. But what, I wonder has it been like to produce the musical with her dad? ‘It’s been wonderful bonding with my father,’ she smiles, ‘and such a pleasure to be part
The capital is, and always has been, a multicultural and diverse city, attracting people from many countries, some of them historically affected by slavery Better known for her career as a model, Jodie admits that her introduction to the theatrical world has been a learning curve, but she credits her father for their shared, unswerving motivation for the project; ‘We were adamant that the show should be brought to London,’ she says. ‘The capital is, and always has been, a multicultural and diverse city, attracting people from many countries, some of them historically affected by slavery. This story is a part of their heritage, that’s why I feel very lucky to be able to bring it here,’ she explains, praising the London Theatre Workshop for its enthusiasm and support. As the opening night approaches – something which Jodie says she is looking forward to with an unsettling mix of nerves and excitement – I ask her why the story still resonates today. ‘I think the strength lies in its versatility,’ she explains, thoughtfully. ‘Gender equality and its importance will strike a chord with many. Yarico features a strongminded woman who pays a huge price for pursuing her dream. And, of course, it harks back to a time when slavery was a common and widely accepted occurrence. Today even though the practice is illegal, it is estimated that there are around 35million people enslaved worldwide,’ she concludes, letting the weight of the figure sink in. Yarico evidently has a certain power and, judging
of a project that has been his passion for many years.’ Yarico will run at the London Theatre Workshop from 17 February to 14 March. Tuesday to Saturday 7.30pm; Saturday matinee 2.30pm, 65 New King’s Road, SW6 4SG (londontheatreworkshop.co.uk)
Image courtesy of Jodie Kidd and London Theatre Workshop
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Nadja Michael as Judith in Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle. Photo by Krzysztof Bielinski
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The queue outside the florist resembles the finals weekend at Wimbledon and you can’t get a dinner reservation for love or money − it can only mean one thing: Valentine’s Day is here. Avoid the clichés with the Journal’s suggestions for the hottest alternative dates in town The culture vulture
The connoisseur
There’s nothing like a dark and brooding drama to set the emotional tone of the evening and this special double-feature version of Met Opera Live sees Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta and Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle beamed live to the Curzon Cinema. Minus the airs and graces of the opera house, you can sink back with a bucket of popcorn to enjoy an enchanting fairy tale followed by an erotic psychological thriller – minus the teenage couples canoodling at the back. 14 February, 5.30pm, £31, Curzon Cinema, 206 King’s Road, SW3 5XP (curzoncinemas.com)
Put an end to your usual last-minute prowl of the supermarket aisles for a bottle of wine and spend a little time deliberating over a tipple that will impress. A tour of London Cru, the capital’s first urban winery, is a fun way to expand your drinking horizons à deux. See the nuts and bolts of the process before sipping your way through the collection. As the tour takes place on 12 February, why not splash out on a case? That way you can crack open a bottle to toast your (questionable) cooking efforts on the 14th. 12 February, 7pm, £15, London Cru, 21-27 Seagrave Road, SW6 1RP, 020 7381 7871 (londoncru.co.uk)
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Processing the grapes at London Cru. Image © Ian Stirling Photography
The heart-racer Sometimes it’s best to keep things simple, and what could be easier than a wander, hand-in-hand along Bishop Park’s scenic riverside path before heading off to Fulham Palace to warm up with a hot chocolate? If that sounds too sedate, however, get the heart racing by registering for the Fulham Palace Parkrun. The timed 5km dash in Bishop’s Park takes place every Saturday and nothing says “I love you” like trying to beat your partner to the finish line. Fulham Palace Parkrun takes place every Saturday, 9am, free, register at parkrun.org.uk/ fulhampalace. The café at Fulham Palace is open from 9.30am-4pm daily, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA (fulhampalace.org)
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The straight-talker Tax evasion might not seem like a topic of conversation that St Valentine would approve of – it’s certainly not likely to make you go weak at the knees – but Caroline Horton’s black comedy Islands will leave your head in a spin. The play follows the super-rich, siphoning off their billions to tax havens. Devised in collaboration with experts in offshore finance, the performance handles the hard-hitting facts with dark humour. The excess of the statistics will put the stinginess of your nearest and dearest into perspective. Until 21 February, 7.30pm or 2.30pm, from £15, Bush Theatre, 7 Uxbridge Road, W12 8LJ, 020 8743 5050 Image courtesy of Eric Richmond (bushtheatre.co.uk) - 13 -
ELSEWHERE IN LONDON The action man Enjoy an afternoon snuggling up with your other half (clocking the eye candy) while you watch England take on Italy in the team’s first home rugby game of this year’s RBS 6 Nations tournament at Twickenham Stadium. 14 February, 2.30pm, from £46.44, Twickenham Stadium, Whitton Road, TW2 7BA (rbs6nations.com)
The mood-setter Consider The National Gallery’s raunchiest and most romantic works on the Bacchanalian Romp tour, which focuses on mythological paintings by Botticelli, Rubens, Correggio, Velázquez and others. The evening is bookended with pre-drinks from 6pm and supper afterwards, which will earn you extra brownie points. 13 February, 6.45pm-8pm, from £25. Meet at The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN (arthistoryuk.com)
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FOOD & DRINK Knives and forks at the ready for a roundup of the latest additions to the local food scene
California dreaming A ray of sunshine beamed out over New King’s Road last month, when Little H moved into the neighbourhood. From the team behind the ever popular Hally’s, the bijou café and juice bar serves up healthy breakfasts and lunches, from virtuous gluten and dairy-free baked goods to veganfriendly soups and colourful salads. Taking inspiration from hip and healthy hangouts in California and Cape Town, the new venue seats 12, but also offers a take-away option for those not lucky enough to secure a spot.
Catch of the day Roll up, roll up to the Worlds End Market. It might not have the usual gamut of stalls, but this swanky new concept restaurant, complete with a cocktail bar and private screening room for members, is a veritable feast for the eyes. Specialising in the freshest selection of meat and fish, take your pick from displays heaped with lobster, Colchester rock oysters, scallops and cuts of steak, which can be prepared and grilled to perfection in front of you. The recently opened venture is a short hop, skip and jump (or taxi ride) from Fulham on the King’s Road, so contrary to what the name might suggest, you don’t have to journey far to get there. 459 King’s Road, SW10 0LR, 020 7352 2150 (theworldsendmarket.com)
Freshly squeezed After a challenging sequence of sun salutations and downwards dogs, attendees at the Power Yoga Company can now roll up their mats and head upstairs to the newly opened juice bar for a refreshing and thirst-quenching revitaliser. The selection of fresh juices, prepared by the bar’s own raw chef, can also be enjoyed by non-members in the beautiful, light-filled café above the studio. Try to bag the best seat in the house, by the huge window of the former factory, so you can sit and watch the world go by as you sip. 11-12 Lettice Street, SW6 4EH, 020 7736 4429 (thepoweryogaco.com) - 14 -
Open 7.30am-5pm weekdays and 9am-5pm weekends, 267 New King’s Road, SW6 4RB, 020 3417 8228 (littlehlondon.com)
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Lauren Romano takes up her chopsticks to sample the Japanese fusion food on offer at Zinnia
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rganising a successful Friday evening is not without its difficulties. Drinks, dinner, dancing; it sounds straightforward enough, but factor in frosty weather and a string of different reservations scattered around town and it can be a different story. Having finally accepted that Citymapper, espresso martinis and sub-zero temperatures rarely mix well, I’ve decided to adopt a simpler approach this year. And when it comes to the most elegantly ‘simple’ dining and drinking destination in town, they don’t come better than Zinnia. Opening at the end of last year, the modern-Japanese fusion restaurant and lounge offers an all-round solution. From midday, diners can enjoy bento boxes and light sharing plates, drop by for Asian-inspired tea in the afternoon or, come evening, settle down for cocktails, sushi and even a spot of dancing if the mood takes them, all without leaving the premises. In fact, the furthest you’ll have to venture is up two flights of the spiral staircase in search of the bathroom, which, after a Sloegapour Sling (an intoxicating take on the classic with the addition of sloe gin), feels like a long way. The interior is opulent – all ebonystained panelling, lacquered wood and golden fretwork – but not so fancy as to make the atmosphere too formal.
On brand with the oriental luxe theme, the restaurant is decked out in black and gold, the lights dimmed low. Settling down we turn our attention to the menu, which is divided into sushi, robata grill and larger dishes. Getting into the sharing spirit, we order a selection of deliciously fresh-tasting nigiri (Scottish salmon, ahi tuna and yellowtail) and maki rolls stuffed with avocado and cucumber, served alongside pickled ginger and wasabi.
The interior is opulent – all ebonystained panelling, lacquered wood and golden fretwork Tempura tiger prawns are up next – crisp and succulent without being greasy, while the soft shell crab is a taste revelation, especially when dipped in the sticky mango sauce. The yakitori chicken skewers are surprisingly tender with a pleasantly smoky, chargrilled flavour, while the roasted duck breast with bok choy, miso carrots and maple sweet and sour sauce is an aromatic hit. But by far the stand-out dish is the glazed black cod, with its buttersoft flakes knocked into touch by subtly fiery wasabi mash. - 15 -
Dessert arrives in the form of a refreshing coconut and mango sphere, which, when attacked by spoons, oozes its pulpy centre over a fruity sorbet and a handful of crunchy almond crumbs. Keen to complete the evening on a traditional note, lovely restaurant manager Eva points us in the direction of the delicate and crisp amabuki junmai ginjo strawberry (or strawberry sake to you and me) from the extensive sake list: it’s the perfect nightcap. Downstairs, the lounge – a secret den complete with bar, banquettes and a DJ booth – awaits. Having overdone it on the sushi front, however, I decide to postpone the after-party this time. But with cocktails, food and dancing all under one roof, it won’t be long until I return again. 86 Fulham Road, SW3 6HR, 020 7052 0052 (zinnia-restaurant.co.uk)
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Game plan Fulham FC’s premiership days might have bitten the dust, but there’s still plenty of action off the pitch at Craven Cottage, as Lauren Romano discovers when she goes behind the scenes of the historic football ground
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’m standing outside Craven Cottage, the long-time home of Fulham Football Club, admiring the bronze statue of Johnny Haynes, who poses, hands-on-hips looking out into the distance. Around me, a crowd has gathered in the January chill for a tour of the grounds led by local resident and guide Bridget Barton. A quick sound bite of the accents and it’s evident that Fulham’s relegation has done little to dent the enthusiasm of its loyal fans, both at home and abroad. On my right, Michael and his girlfriend have travelled all the way from Australia; and to my left, an entire Costa Rican family have factored a visit to the stadium into their short UK itinerary. Sandwiched in the middle, I confess my knowledge of the great game in general, let alone the Whites, is somewhat patchy, but thankfully the tour is very informative. Bridget kicks off with a bit of history. Facts come thick and fast. Within minutes, I learn
that Fulham FC is the oldest professional football club in London, founded in 1879 by a school teacher and a church warden – even the diehard fans bat an eyelid at this. The original team was made up of local boys from the nearby Fulham St Andrews Church at Fulham Fields, Bridget adds, before telling us that the club moved to Craven Cottage and staged its first match here in 1896. Fulham is a club that is clearly keen to hold onto its heritage. Standing, quite literally in Haynes’ shadow, the nickname ‘The Maestro’ is mentioned several times. Arguably Fulham’s most renowned player, Haynes made 657 appearances for the club between 1952 and 1970, scoring an impressive 157 goals. The statue is a lasting tribute to the man who was the first footballer to earn £100 a week in 1961 at a time when the majority of players were pocketing up to £25, Bridget tells us. The Grade II-listed Edwardian red brick façade is the handiwork of Scottish architect and engineer Archibald Leitch. Today the wooden, flip-down seats of the original Johnny Haynes Stand, the
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adjoining pavilion and the narrow turnstiles, which are so slender they look as if the average woman, let alone man, would have to shuffle in sideways, have English Heritage Grade II-listed status. ‘The ticket office is still in operation too,’ says Bridget, adding that a somewhat surprising 50 per cent of tickets are bought here rather than online. Turnstiles navigated, once inside the stadium Bridget regales us with tales of Fulham’s glory days. Of course, packing out the 25,700-seater stadium isn’t always a given today. Up in the press area, Bridget reminisces about the side’s 2010 UEFA Europa League Final as everyone around me silently casts their minds back. ‘In the premiership era, the rows of wooden seats would be jam-packed with journalists and radio broadcasters. Now it’s rare if we get
very much on the doorstep, so we want to make the stadium more of a hub for the community, therefore we are currently putting a lot of energy into improving hospitality facilities.’ Also on the long-term agenda is the reconfiguration of the Riverside Terrace and Riverside Stand, so that Fulham FC can compete with the bigger premiership clubs. The original stand, built in 1972, has been earmarked for refurbishment in the near future. Bracing the strong winds whipping up the water on this stretch of the Thames, Bridget tells us the plans will see the river terrace opened to the public on match days, so that walkers can continue their strolls unimpeded. ‘The stadium boasts one of the most picturesque locations. Spectators often refer to the walk from Putney Bridge tube
Fulham Football Club is the oldest professional football club in London, founded in 1879 by a school teacher and a churchwarden more than a handful to a championship match,’ she says. Rather than resting on its laurels, however, the team on the ground at Craven Cottage has cast aside rose-tinted glasses to drive things full steam ahead, exploring new means to raise revenue and boost turnover outside of the football season. ‘The club has a wonderful history and it really is an integral part of the community,’ Bridget enthuses, as we exit the pavilion cottage and look out directly onto the street below. ‘Residents are
station through Bishop’s Park as “The Green Mile” as they contemplate or mull over a match,’ she laughs. An additional tier and 3,000 extra seats are in the pipeline, as well as newly extended corporate hospitality suites. To give an idea of the facilities currently on offer, the tour continues with a viewing of the Chairman’s Club, where a photo timeline depicts some of Fulham’s most memorable players, from Bobby Moore to George Best. Next door, the George Cohen Lounge is the swankiest room in the club. Here, the match day experience includes Champagne and a four-course meal for 74 guests, with the star player sometimes making an appearance. Cohen was born and bred in Fulham and played for the club between 1956 and 1969, as well as making it onto England’s World Cup-winning squad in 1966. His England cap and World Cup winners’ medal displayed on the wall proves to be a popular photo opportunity. For all the sink-into carpets and comfortable chairs, it’s outside, standing in the biting wind tunnel that prompts even greater excitement among the group, who happily snap away. I’m no football fan, but down on the pitch the - 17 -
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drama of the game hits home. The stadium might be empty, save the groundsmen busy with their repairs, but staring up at the rows upon rows of seats, the daunting sense of perspective prompts an almost revered hush. The fun continues in the (somewhat compact) dressing rooms. ‘Alex Ferguson used to joke that his office was bigger than the changing rooms at Craven Cottage,’ Bridget recalls, ‘but he usually came away happy.’
Did you know? The ground takes its name from a hunting lodge, known as Craven Cottage. It was built by local landowner Baron William Craven in 1780, but was destroyed by fire in 1888 and bought by the club in 1894.
An additional tier and 3,000 extra seats are in the pipeline, as well as newly extended corporate hospitality suites Back outside for a final time, and the morning finishes with a wander through the players’ tunnel. Buoyed and excited by their behind-the-scenes exploration, my fellow tour goers tell me that they are off to Cardiff the following day to cheer on the side (in what will unfortunately turn out to be a one-nil defeat). I wish them the best of luck and leave them to stock up on the latest kit in the gift shop, while I head off to do what countless fans have done before me and will no doubt continue to do in the future: I walk The Green Mile.
As well as being Fulham’s star player, Johnny Haynes also played 56 times for England, scoring 18 goals.
Tours run every Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 11.15am. £12 adults; £9 children (5-12 years); under-fives free; family ticket £32. Call 020 7731 9215 to book or visit fulhamfc.com
1938 saw the highest ever recorded attendance at Craven Cottage when 49,335 came to watch Fulham take on Millwall. It is thought that the actual figure could have been closer to 60,000, with young fans dodging the turnstiles by climbing over the park wall.
Before the Riverside Stand was built in 1972, supporters would turn to watch the annual Oxford vs Cambridge Boat Race as the competitors swept past, much to the annoyance of the players on the pitch.
Substitutes were first introduced to English football in 1965 when just one substitution for injury was allowed per match. Tactical substitutions were introduced the following year. The view from the Riverside Stand
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The trailblazer Jennifer Mason meets Laura Waite, founder of bespoke tailoring brand Calder London, as she prepares to embark on a new venture
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hat began in the summer of 2010 at Henley Regatta under the name Laura Jane has blossomed over the past fourand-a-half years into one of the capital’s most promising bespoke fashion labels. Calder London (as the brand has been known since late summer 2014) is the brainchild of Laura Waite, whose refreshing take on the traditional blazer has proved popular with British and international clients alike. Laura didn’t take the traditional route into starting her own fashion brand. ‘I didn’t study design, and I think that’s actually been both a help and a hindrance,’ she explains. ‘Ultimately in this industry the best thing to do is to gain experience within a company, rather than studying, which I’ve done the hard way by starting my own! The best lessons I’ve learned have been from making mistakes. Having said that, it would be nice to have some sort of mental guide as to how to do everything properly. It’s probably taken me longer than it would have if I’d studied or worked beforehand in the industry, but you get there in the end.’ I ask Laura about the inspiration behind the brand. ‘Growing up, I spent a lot of time in Scotland among relatives who lived on remote islands in the Hebrides, surrounded by old wool mills,’ she replies. ‘I took inspiration from that; I wanted to create a clothing label that was timeless, focusing on blazers in really traditional fabrics, particularly tweeds.’ Currently, Calder London has two faces: the small ‘ready-to-wear’ collection available to purchase online and the bespoke service which is the backbone of the company. ‘The online collection gives clients an idea of what the brand is about, the message we portray, and how to wear our jackets,’ Laura tells me. ‘Tailoring is such a personal thing that it’s actually very difficult to buy a jacket without trying it on. Everyone has different styles and shapes, so it just makes sense for the business to be mainly rooted in the bespoke service.’ However, catering to the wants and needs of her varied client base is not always easy. ‘People come to me with specific areas they want to cover up, and they usually have an idea about how they want to achieve that,’ Laura continues. ‘My role is to recognise a design that will disguise those “problem” areas in a flattering and stylish way.’ Each meeting
begins with a browse through Laura’s collection of blazer samples and her fabric swatches. ‘We’ll talk about colours that will suit their skin tone – and often I’ll also do a wardrobe consultation, chatting about the best ways to style their finished blazer. I think the difficulty facing my clients is that they like the idea of a blazer, but they’re not sure exactly what they want or how to wear it. That’s where I come in.’ Laura either sees clients in their own homes or at a small studio in south-west London. ‘It’s the ideal location for me to have a creative base,’ she says. ‘Not only is it the perfect demographic for the brand, but I also love being by the water – if I have
I wanted to create a clothing label that was timeless, focusing on blazers in really traditional fabrics a stressful moment I can go and sit down there and mull things over and relax.’ The business has gone from strength to strength, and Laura is on the verge of launching a new avenue for Calder London: leather. ‘Leather trousers are another one of those items that can be really tricky to buy off-the-rack,’ she explains. ‘For that reason, a lot of my clients have asked for them time and time again.’ In collaboration with Heléna Boxer, a talented stylist (dressing the likes of Coldplay and Jay Z) whom Laura has worked with for years, the brand is producing a range of madeto-measure trousers which, I’m told, will offer fashion-forward clients a chance to
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don leather in comfort and will form a stylish combination when worn with a more traditional tweed Calder jacket. ‘We’re in the early stages right now,’ Laura says, ‘but it’s very exciting. We’ll be launching in the next few months.’ Sourcing materials for her designs has been one of the biggest hurdles facing the business – particularly in the run-up to the launch of Calder Leather. ‘It’s taken a really long time to get the material portfolio together,’ she agrees. ‘The tweeds and blazer fabrics are easier – I design my own checks and colours with the mills I grew up with, and I also source cashmeres from Italy. Procuring ethnic leathers is going to be the tricky part – those will all come from Italy too. ‘I searched high and low for a tailor in London that could produce the kind of quality I was looking for,’ Laura continues. ‘Of course, on Savile Row you can see why people say that British tailoring is the best – but not in the factories that are affordable for new businesses. It’s a shame, because I wanted to keep everything based in the UK as far as possible, but in the end I had to think about the quality of my finished products.’ Heritage fashion has become hugely popular around the
‘I’d never worked with the kind of fabrics they wanted before, so it was a big change, but an incredible opportunity. Now I’m designing their women’s tweed jackets, which have just been released in America and are selling really well – I’m very proud of that. I hope it will help to get my name out there and earn the Calder brand more of a following.’ But Holland & Holland isn’t the only brand to have spotted Laura’s potential. We’re not allowed to name names at this early stage, but a huge British leather brand is preparing to launch its inaugural clothing line and it wants her talent and Calder’s luxury designs on board. ‘Projects like this are such a huge compliment,’ Laura gushes.
I think my proudest moment has to be spotting someone walking down the street wearing one of my jackets world in recent years, spearheaded by brands like Burberry, so it’s little wonder that Laura’s clients herald from as far away as America, Russia and China. It’s not only her bespoke service that is making waves; Laura’s talent has also been spotted for far bigger projects. Headhunted a few years ago at a trade show by quintessentially British brand Holland & Holland, she has since collaborated with the company on several projects including, most recently, a safari collection. ‘That was something very exciting and completely different for me,’ Laura enthuses.
So what does the future hold for this dedicated businesswoman? ‘I’m focused on launching the Calder Leather side of things at the moment,’ she replies, ‘but eventually, if that’s a success, I’d like to branch out again. Not having studied design and had that experience, I didn’t want to jump in initially with too big a collection. I wanted to create a niche product that would allow me to build a name for myself, and after nearly five years, I’ve managed to bring together a great client base for the bespoke section.’ As our chat comes to an end, I ask Laura about her favourite part of running a fashion business. ‘I think my proudest moment has to be spotting someone walking down the street wearing one of my jackets,’ she smiles. ‘It’s the best feeling ever.’ Prices for a bespoke Calder London blazer start from £300 (calderlondon.com)
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Lauren Romano meets Pepa González of designer children’s clothing boutique Pepa & Co to talk about dressing the area’s youngest fashionistas
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pain: a land of bullfighting, flamenco dancing, tapas and, as a browse of Pepa González’s showroom reveals, smartly dressed children. Here, in her studio, hanging rails are filled with the sort of attire that Prince George might be decked out in for his next state appearance. Checked chinos, collared shirts and chunky cardigans in muted, autumnal russets, marl greys and navy fan out like a colour palette that could have been plucked from a Farrow & Ball catalogue. The inspiration behind Pepa’s burgeoning business, which began a little more than a year ago, was sparked at the school gates. After relocating to Fulham from Malaga, Pepa began working locally as a nanny to a little boy. She soon realised that while boys will be boys the world over, the clothing options available for children in the UK are somewhat limited when compared to Spain. ‘It became apparent that it was difficult to source quality children’s clothes at a good price,’ she explains. ‘The spectrum ranges from cheap and cheerful to very expensive and, on the whole, bright colours and patterns tend to dominate. ‘In Spain, the style is much more classic,’ she says, as she points me in the direction of a neatly folded blouse with a Peter Pan collar that is waiting in a pile to be packaged up and delivered. I comment on how it actually looks very English. Pepa laughs, ‘Actually we follow English styles in Spain. Some people, my family included, have a misconception that the fashion is predominantly smart over here. My brothers pay close attention to how they dress, they ring me to tell me about their new suit – “It’s like the one Prince William wore to such-and-such an event”.’ The question of a shop initially out of reach, Pepa decided to take the plunge by setting up a website and eventually transforming the front room of her flat into a bright, lightfilled concept store. To start with, she began by drumming up interest at various local fairs and shows. ‘I’m very fortunate to live in such a tight-knit
family community,’ she says. ‘I have built up a network of parents – from people I have met in the playground to others at clubs like Cupcake – and they in turn have introduced me to other mums and dads. Everyone has been so supportive in getting things off the ground. Whenever I send out the latest newsletter to my mailing list with details of a new collection I always get an influx of friendly faces stopping by to browse.’ Pepa started out by curating a collection of her favourite pieces from Spanish childrenswear brands before embarking on her own collection. Currently her bodysuits are proving popular. The simple all-in-ones are given a special touch with the addition of a sweet Liberty-print collar. ‘It’s nice to be able to use fabrics from London in my designs,’ Pepa tells me, as she explains that there is a very clear distinction between boys’ and girls’ fashion over here. As evidence, she draws my attention to framed old family photos of her brothers that cover the back wall of the studio space. As I clock sailor’s smocks and slightly frilled, floral collars, Pepa
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smiles, ‘I’d never get away with something like that for a boy here.’ In the corner, my eye wanders to another bestseller – a collection of beautiful laceup boots, leather shoes and miniature handmade baby moccasins in butter-soft suede. ‘I ship my clothes worldwide,’ Pepa adds. ‘I’ve had two orders from Indonesia and one from Australia already this year. I’ve only ever had two from Spain so far, though. I think it’s probably because they are so used to this type of clothing over there, but I like to keep track of which far-flung corners of the world my clothes make it to.’ Huddled around an organised workstation, I notice methodical distribution check-lists and more neatly folded items that sit ready to be parcelled up. ‘I’m going to dash to the post office this afternoon,’ Pepa tells me, when I ask what her schedule for the rest of the day entails. ‘It’s been very busy today. I sent out an email to my contacts about the sale, so I’ve had a constant string of visitors,’ she adds. Her energy and enthusiasm are remarkable given that Pepa is a one-woman
band. ‘Customers sometimes ring up and ask to talk to the buyer,’ she laughs, acting out the scenario: “wait one moment and I’ll put you through”. Aside from selecting her favourite brands, designing her own label, liaising with the factories that produce her clothes in Spain, handling online
The simple all-in-ones are given a special touch with the addition of a sweet Liberty-print collar orders and even blogging about the latest childrenswear trends for a number of children’s blogs, Pepa hopes to stock some of her bodysuits in local boutiques soon. ‘The dream is to have a little shop one day, but we’ll have to wait and see.’ The concept store is open Monday to Friday from 10am-4pm. Book an appointment to visit by emailing hola@pepaandcompany.com or call 020 7386 8991 (pepaandcompany.com)
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A soothing lullaby Whether you are expecting your first or your third baby, Lulubaby classes offer a wealth of support and advice. The Fulham Residents’ Journal meets its founder Louisa Van den Bergh Why did you found Lulubaby? After the birth of my two sons, I found myself frequently being asked for advice by my friends, particularly on the breastfeeding front as I had managed to successfully feed both boys. I decided to train as a breastfeeding counsellor. After I had qualified, I supported new mums and found that many were disconcerted or even traumatised by a birth that hadn’t gone according to plan and were struggling with the reality of life with a new-born. I felt that there was a need for good, honest parenting preparation, and not just about the birth itself, but what happens once you get home with your new baby.
In a nutshell, how would you describe the services that Lulubaby offers? Lulubaby provides courses and classes for new and expectant parents. We specialise
in comprehensive antenatal sessions and also further classes such as paediatric first aid and other postnatal topics like baby massage, introducing solids and understanding your toddler. In addition we do a refresher session for mums expecting their second baby, which is a very popular course as we focus a great deal on the practicalities of managing with two children and your firstborn’s reaction.
What makes Lulubaby stand out from other antenatal companies? Unlike our major competitors who generally have one or two teachers covering everything, we have a whole team of experts who contribute to the teaching during a course. Parents who enrol at Lulubaby have access to a midwife, an obstetrician, a paediatrician, a breastfeeding counsellor, a women’s health physiotherapist and even a nutritionist who highlights important dietary pointers for women in the final stages of pregnancy and the postnatal period. We also have a warm and supportive approach and are there to offer long-term support to all mums. We often receive emails from past members whose babies have grown up but who want our advice about schools or nannies, and we are happy to help.
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What can antenatal classes offer expectant parents?
What are your personal connections with Fulham?
We like to take them through all the possibilities, so that they know what is happening to them and why; but while the birth is hugely important, we choose to spend more time on life after your baby has arrived. We discuss the emotional impact as well as how to look after them, covering feeding, sleeping and crying. It is important that couples leave our classes feeling informed and inspired, excited about what is to come, but with realistic expectations as well. Our antenatal courses are split into six sessions, three of which are for mums only and three for dads to attend. It is important to include the dads as they are just as excited about the impending arrival and we give them lots of practical tips on how they can support the mums.
I have lived in Fulham for almost 20 years and Lulubaby was born here with the first classes taken at my house in Parsons Green. Although we are now in multiple locations, our Fulham course is still one of our most popular and we retain an office in the area.
What future plans do you have for the company? At the moment we plan to carry on growing organically and putting on courses and classes where there is demand, so that we can guide and support new and expecting parents. We love what we do and hope to teach more mums and dads than ever in 2015. For more information about the different courses on offer, visit lulubaby.co.uk
Lulubaby offers hypnobirthing sessions. What does it entail? Contrary to many people’s perceptions, hypnobirthing is not being in a trance. It involves entering a deep state of relaxation, so that oxytocin (the hormone that makes your uterus contract) is flowing and you are able to cope with contractions. If you are stressed or frightened, then your body does not release oxytocin so freely. Mums who use these techniques have remarkably different birth experiences, often claiming to feel little pain. It does, however, need to be practised regularly, so that you are able to enter that state of relaxation quickly and easily when you need to. At the same time it is also worth remembering that labour can be unpredictable and things don’t always go according to plan, so being openminded is important.
What postnatal topics does Lulubaby cover in the workshops? Of all the classes we put on, I feel that first aid is probably the most essential for obvious reasons. Mums also enjoy coming to our baby massage course which is not only great for bonding with your baby, but also an opportunity to get out of the house and meet friends. Our toddler session is also very popular and we aim to help parents understand what is going through their toddlers’ mind so that they can manage challenging behaviour more effectively and hopefully create more harmony in the home!
Louisa with her two sons
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health & beauty Stay happy and healthy this winter
Cheat the chill
Fulham Residents’ Journal reveals its top hair and beauty secrets to protect from the harsh effects of the winter weather
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NUDE PROGENIUS OMEGA TREATMENT Things get scientific for this new anti-ageing oil that’s rich in omega three, six, seven and nine acids, providing a precisely balanced diet for the skin. Happy customers report a reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and extra hydration after only a few days. Impressive – especially given its relatively high-street price. £58 for 30ml, available from SpaceNK Fulham (nudeskincare.com) ‘After a few applications, we noticed our skin was glowing and felt firmer and well-nourished.’ The Journal rating: EVE LOM MOISTURE MASK Created as a solution for skin exposed to damaging effects such as harsh weather and central heating, this mask is formulated with a targeted blend of ingredients, including the Eve Lom Advanced Moisture Complex. Designed to help rehydrate the skin and to prevent future water loss, this mask should be used once or twice a week to help protect and repair. £65 for 100ml, available from SpaceNK Fulham (evelom.com) ‘We could practically feel our skin heave a sigh of relief as we slathered on this mask – it would be a great addition to a longhaul flight survival kit.’ The Journal rating:
BALANCE ME STELLAR BEAUTY BALM Described as a ‘one-pot wonder’, this balm helps rehydrate skin on both the face and body and regulates skin prone to uneven oil production. Containing an antioxidant-rich vitamin E complex, more than 60 per cent organic shea butter, plus mango, coconut and cocoa butters, this treatment has a multitude of purposes. Enjoy as a hydrating overnight mask, lip balm and cuticle cream and to calm itchy insect bites, to help prevent cold sores and soothe burns, cuts and grazes. £18 for 30ml, available from Whole Foods Market, 3-6 Fulham Broadway, SW6 1AA, 020 7386 4350 (balanceme.co.uk) SISLEY BLACK ROSE PRECIOUS OIL Composed of five plant-based active ingredients, including extract of avocado, camelina oil and plum oil (rich in omega three and six acids, with restorative and hydrating properties) this silky-smooth dry oil prepares and nourishes to help restore suppleness, vitality and renewed vibrancy in dry or dehydrated skin. £122.40 for 25ml, available from Peter Jones, Sloane Square, 020 7730 3434 (sisley-paris.com)
‘It was soothing on our skin, but we found it a little greasy at times. Definitely one for dry rather than oily skin.’ The Journal rating:
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RESIDENTS’ CULTURE A forum for residents’ concerns and activities
Read all about it Belinda Donovan meets Agnes Paroissien to find out more about her charity, The Doorstep Library Network
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here has been much media coverage recently about literacy rates in the UK being among some of the worst in the industrialised world. It was a determination to ensure that all children, whatever their background, can experience the joys of reading that led Fulham resident Agnes Paroissien to found her own reading network. Over a cup of tea, Agnes tells me that she gained inspiration from the French anti-poverty organisation, ATD Fourth World and decided to ask for mentorship from its UK branch, which happily obliged. ‘I started my literacy mission by personally mentoring three girls from All Saints Church in Fulham in 2008,’ she begins. ‘Back then I wanted to focus my efforts on the Fulham Court council estate which was renowned at the time for having a variety of problems and very little support from the community.’ As time went on, every week between 4pm and 6.30pm once the children on the estate were home
from school, Agnes and her team arrived armed with rucksacks full of exciting books. Pairs of volunteers would visit families in their homes and give children the opportunity to pick books from the rucksack that they would then read aloud to them. More often than not the reading sessions took place on the doorstep of homes, the children sitting on
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reputation and outreach soon grew. In 2010 the network was set up as a registered charity, and volunteers started going to the Bayonne Estate to read to the children there, followed by other estates such as the Clem Attlee, Old Oak and, more recently, White City. ‘Today we are lucky enough to have 50 people who help more than 300 children,’ Agnes beams. She tells me that it is the enthusiasm of three of her initial volunteers – Katie Bareham, who took on the role of project manager, Claire Torrance, a local mum of three, and Catherine Roe, a consultant in philanthrophy – which enabled the charity to grow so steadily. As the team continues to make a difference to countless families’ lives, Agnes ends by telling me that the charity is looking for extra trustees and further volunteers to ensure a happily-ever-after ending for all the children it helps to read. To get involved with The Doorstep Library Network, visit doorsteplibrary.org.uk
BELINDA’S KITCHEN A trio of dishes to impress at any dinner party
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or this month’s column I have picked more recipes that I turn to time and time again, as well as dishes that proved popular with clients back in the day when I was running my catering business. First up is a delicious soup from The Silver Palate Cookbook by Julee Rosso and Sheila Lukins, a fabulous collection
Recipe Silver palate pea and fresh mint soup • 4 tbsp unsalted butter • 2 cups finely chopped yellow onion • 10oz frozen chopped spinach, defrosted • 3 cups chicken stock • 10oz frozen peas, defrosted • 1/2 bunch fresh mint • 1 cup double cream • Salt and pepper to taste
Recipe Lime and lemongrass chicken • 2 tsp sesame oil • 4 chicken breasts • Grated zest of 2 limes • 2 large fresh chillies, deseeded and finely chopped
Recipe Meringue roulade with passion fruit coulis • 5 egg whites • 10oz caster sugar • 1pt double cream • 1 jar of best-quality lemon curd • 2 passion fruits Line a greased Swiss roll tin with baking parchment. Pre-heat the
of recipes from a deli in Manhattan, given to me by a friend from the States. The soup can be served hot or cold, though I am sure we would all prefer it hot at this time of year! The next course is very quick and one of those dishes that a fellow chef I trained with in Paris used to say is ‘worth breaking a diet for’. I don’t recommend freezing it in advance,
but if your starter and main course have been prepared beforehand, you can concentrate on the main while your guests enjoy a drink. Some residents might recognise it from the Hammersmith and --Fulham Cookbook.
Melt the butter in a large heavy pot with a lid. Add the onion, cover and cook until tender and lightly coloured, which takes about 25 minutes. Meanwhile, drain the spinach and squeeze out the excess liquid. Pour the stock into the pan, stir in the peas and spinach and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 20 minutes or until the peas are really tender. Remove the mint leaves from their stems, rinse and pat dry. When the peas are tender, add the mint to the pan, cover and gently simmer for
5 minutes. Cool slightly and then liquidise. Return to the pan and add the cream, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
• 2 kaffir lime leaves, sliced • 2 lemongrass stalks, finely chopped • 1 tbsp palm sugar • 2 inch piece of fresh ginger, peeled and grated • 2 tsp ground cumin • 1 tbsp lime juice • 2 tsp tamarind paste • 8 fl oz coconut milk • 8 fl oz chicken stock
Heat the oil in a large pan, add the chicken and stir-fry until golden brown, then remove and keep warm. Add all the spices and flavourings to the pan and stir-fry for 2 minutes (at this stage the dish starts to smell very fragrant). Put the chicken back in the pan, add the coconut milk and stock and cook for about 30 minutes.
oven to 180C. Whisk the egg whites in a bowl until stiff, add the sugar spoonful by spoonful, still whisking. Spoon into the tin and smooth. Bake at 180C for 12 minutes or until just pale golden brown then lower the heat to 140C and cook for about 20 minutes, or until firm. Cool for 10 minutes then put a large piece of greaseproof paper on the table big enough to roll the Swiss roll. Whisk the cream then spoon half onto the meringue then roll it up gently from
the short end. Mix the remaining cream with the lemon curd then stir in the passion fruit pulp and drizzle on top.
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February
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Psychotherapist and stress counsellor Susan Balfour advises on how to raise your spirits at this time of year
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ith the bright lights of Christmas a fading memory and the prospect of spring-time renewal still far in the distance, February can feel somewhat bleak and dreary. The short, dark days with little sunlight and low temperatures can often tip even the most resilient optimist into a gloomy mood. At this time of year, many people suffer from a condition known as SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder – which can trigger depression and a negative outlook. The main cause of SAD is lack of light, especially sunlight, and for anyone feeling particularly low this can be alleviated by purchasing, or hiring, a daylightsimulating box and spending two hours each day in front of it. This may seem an impossible amount of time to give to yourself, but put it into perspective and think how much better you feel after lying, or sitting, in the sunshine on a summer break. Think of it as a Caribbean holiday at home. Apart from a low mood, other symptoms of SAD are sleep disorders, lethargy and a craving for carbohydrates and sugar. If you find yourself reaching for cakes, biscuits, pasta and potatoes, you could be suffering from the blues. However, now is the time to exercise a little discipline with your diet, because the foods you actually need to lift your mood are rich in tryptophan. The body uses this essential amino acid to help produce vitamin B3 (niacin) and serotonin. Serotonin is thought to
encourage healthy sleep and a stable mood. A diet lacking tryptophan can lead to low levels of serotonin, which can in turn result in depression, bad sleep, poor concentration and weight gain. It is important to note that the body can not produce tryptophan, therefore we have to obtain it from our diet. Foods rich in tryptophan include: bananas, cheese (including cottage cheese), eggs, fish, red and white meat, milk, nuts, peas, potatoes, pumpkin seeds, rice (both white and brown), sesame seeds, soya beans, spinach, spirulina, sunflower seeds, tofu, wheat flour and yoghurt. Feeling
At this time of year, many people suffer from a condition known as SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder
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depressed can often be traced back to deficiencies in your diet, therefore taking steps to ensure that you are eating the right foods can definitely have a positive effect on your mood. So, in beating the blues we need light and the right foods. In past eras, many people spent most of their time working outside, but nowadays our work tends to keep us inside – to our detriment. It is sometimes difficult, but I always advise people to go outside when any weak winter sunshine appears – or just into the daylight, as often as possible. Add some fun and pleasure to your routine too and you should begin to feel a bit brighter. The SAD Association offers support at sada.org.uk. For more information on buying or hiring light boxes, visit sad.org.uk. (stressreleasecentre.co.uk)
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Structural changes in the area
Planning Applications Date registered: 9 January Address: New King’s Road Proposal: Display of an externally illuminated 48-sheet advertisement hoarding on flank wall Date registered: 6 January Address: Lillie Yard Proposal: Change of use of ground and first-floor level, from offices into three selfcontained flats Date registered: 7 January Address: Favart Road Proposal: Replacement of existing roof with green roof
Save the date Hammersmith & Fulham Council has announced that the date for the public hearing into the future of NHS hospitals in west London will be Saturday 14 March. The Independent Healthcare Commission, which is being led by one of the country’s leading © BasPhoto barristers, Michael Mansfield QC, has already asked the public to submit their views in writing and via email. The inquiry is now inviting residents to a public meeting at Hammersmith Town Hall to hear evidence from speakers as to how the changes to health services will impact the local area, including the closure of the A&E Department at Hammersmith Hospital and the planned loss of acute care beds. The commission will also review the proposals to demolish and replace the current Charing Cross Hospital with a smaller building and the scaling down of its A&E Department. (lbhf.gov.uk)
Fulham Broadway Centre sold According to media reports, Fulham and Hammersmith Broadway Shopping Centres have been sold to Malaysian pension fund The Employees Provident Fund for £270million. The fund is also part of the team behind the redevelopment of Battersea Power Station.
Planned roadworks and closures in and around February STREET
PLANNED WORK
DATES
WORKS OWNER
Fulham Palace Road Peterborough Road
Scaffolding, coring, drilling and deliveries. Only one lane to be taken out at any time Sewer works and reinstatement
Until 21 April
Transport for London 0845 305 1234 Thames Water 0845 920 0800
23 February to 6 March
Stephendale Road Connections project
16-27 February
Townmead Road
21-22 February
Repair damaged water service pipe in footway
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UKPN East & Lon Ltd 0800 028 4587 Thames Water 0845 920 0800
FULHAM Residents’ Journal
the directory Whether whim or wish, all of the essentials are taken care of in our round up for harmonious living
ESTATE AGENTS Douglas & Gordon 656 Fulham Road 020 7731 4391
333 Fulham Palace Road 020 7993 9888
Goss & Co. 666 Fulham Road 020 7751 8326
Strutt & Parker 701 Fulham Road 020 7731 7100
Breteuil 280 Fulham Road 020 7351 6308 Knight Frank 203 New King’s Road 020 7751 2400
Savills 191 New King’s Road 020 7731 9400 and 423 Fulham Palace Road 020 7578 9050
Marsh & Parsons 103-105 Moore Park Road 020 7736 9822 and
Winkworth Fulham and Parsons Green 40 New King’s Road 020 7731 3388
Chestertons ‘Three offices – one great postcode’ 78 New King’s Road 020 7731 4448 Sullivan Thomas Bishops Park 361 Fulham Palace Road Sales: 020 7731 3333 Lettings: 020 7751 8898 and Parsons Green 783 Fulham Road Sales: 020 7751 8899 Lettings: 020 7751 8898
PROPERTY SEARCH AGENT Penn Holmes London Ltd ‘SW6 ladies Katie and Francesca specialise in buying properties for their clients here in Fulham.’ 55 Langthorne Street 07884 180480 07989 746499
FASHION Essam Guenedy 273 New King’s Road 020 7751 3348
Marc Wallace 261 New King’s Road 020 7736 6795
Katie & Jo 253 New King’s Road 020 7736 5304
Iceblu 24a New King’s Road 020 7371 9292
Claudia Sebire 136 Fulham Road 020 7835 1327
Mania Mia 307 New King’s Road 020 3441 1003
Natasha Coote 173 New King’s Road 020 7371 7526
HEALTH & BEAUTY BEAUTY
Space NK 205 New King’s Road 020 7736 6728
hair salon Gina Conway 612 Fulham Road 020 7731 7633
pharmacy
Palace Pharmacy 331 Fulham Palace Road 020 7736 3034
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barber
Crew Experience 911 Fulham Road 020 3010 1096
HOME ARCHITECTS
Hogarth Architects Ltd 186 Dawes Road 020 7381 3409
INTERIOR DESIGN
tiling
WOOD FLOORING
Alice Leigh Design
Porcelanosa
12 Parkville Road 07801 823953 (aliceleigh.co.uk)
Wandsworth Bridge Road 08444 818952 (porcelanosa.com)
Bembé UK Ltd ‘German craft since 1780.’ 315-317 New King’s Road 07794 906621
schools & nurseries Chelsea Independent College 517-523 Fulham Road 020 7610 1114
Godolphin and Latymer School Iffley Road 020 8741 1936
Latymer Upper School 237 King Street 020 8629 2024
Parsons Green Prep (formerly Eridge House) 1 Fulham Park Road 020 7371 9009
Hurlingham and Chelsea School Peterborough Road 020 7731 2581
L’Ecole des Petits 2 Hazlebury Road 020 7371 8350
Fulham Cross Girls’ School Munster Road 020 7381 0861
Kensington Prep School 596 Fulham Road 020 7731 9300
Millie’s House Nursery & Pre-School 163 New King’s Road 020 7731 0440
Fulham Prep School 200 Greyhound Road 020 7386 2444
Lady Margaret School Parsons Green 020 7736 7138
Parayhouse School New King’s Road 020 7751 0914
essentials builder William Gaze Ltd. Basement, Loft and Extension Specialist 28 Imperial Square 020 7078 8874 (williamgazeltd.com)
butcher Parsons Nose 752 Fulham Road 020 7736 4492 (parsonsnose.co.uk)
plumber
Sinclair House School 159 Munster Road 020 7736 9182 The London Oratory School Seagrave Road 020 7385 0102
Cranbrook Nursery 344-346 Fulham Palace Road 020 7381 9523 (cranbrooknursery.co.uk)
luxury services EVENTS
Sweetapple Heating & Plumbing ‘Local Gas Safe registered plumbing and heating engineers, offering a 24 hour service’
Addoastra ‘Events that leave a legacy’ Party planning, event styling and concierge services 020 3689 4585 (addoastra.com)
130 Stephendale Road 020 7371 0409 07889 184146 (sweetappleplumbing.co.uk)
Zest Events 2 Swan Mews 020 7384 9336 (zestevents.com)
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florist
Town and County Flowers 131 Wandsworth Bridge Road 020 7736 4683
stationer
Perry’s 777 Fulham Road 020 7736 7225
travel
The Ultimate Travel Co. 25-27 Vanston Place 020 3627 6264
FULHAM Residents’ Journal
property watch Experts shine a light on local property news
The price is right Mark O’Neill, office head at Knight Frank Fulham, explains the importance of setting a realistic asking price
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new year heralds a fresh start – a quick scan of the joggers doing laps of Eel Brook Common confirms that resolutions are in full swing for many residents, and this jolt to action hasn’t escaped the property market either. As more buyers return in earnest after taking stock over the festive break, Mark O’Neill, who has recently taken over as the head of Knight Frank’s Fulham office, has noted a change in attitude. ‘As we would expect in January, lots of people have been coming back to the market,
If you’re looking to trade up or indeed out of London then I advise people to do so in a stable market which is encouraging. But this year, in particular, the buyers are serious and looking to get on with it,’ he begins, casting a glance at the frosty Common from his window-side seat at Eelbrook. ‘I suspect that the stamp-duty changes have flushed the non-serious buyers out of the market. The situation is, however, very price-critical at the moment. People are careful and they are doing their homework,’ he says. This considered yet serious approach is, Mark believes, the result of the spike in house prices experienced in the spring and summer of last year, when properties were frequently setting new precedents for a particular road and vendors were aspiring to £1,200 per sq foot. ‘This
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does not seem to be happening at the moment, especially with larger houses. Buyers are taking stock and appear to be unwilling to fork out £4.5million on a terrace house,’ he explains, though he insists that Fulham still offers great value for money when compared with down the road in Chelsea. There is no avoiding the fact that prices have, as Mark puts it, ‘levelled out’. In some cases, prime outer London property values fell by one
per cent towards the end of last year. Undeterred by this, Mark stresses that the market is still inherently strong, ‘If the asking price is pitched right, a property will sell and it will generate a healthy amount of competition. It’s all about getting the price right.’ It might be all too tempting for vendors to aim high and try their luck but, as Mark explains, remaining realistic in the current climate is the
When the market is strong, both vendors and buyers’ expectations are close together, but when prices stop going up, as they did towards the end of last year, the vendors’ expectations continue to go up but the buyers’ level off and the gap becomes too big for an agreement to be reached. At the moment there are many excuses for both parties to stall, mainly because nobody knows what the outcome of
Buyers are serious and looking to get on with it. If the price is pitched right, a property will sell and it will generate a healthy amount of competition way to attract buyers, and he has a story up his sleeve for those in need of some convincing. ‘In the summer last year we had a flat on the market in West Kensington – an attractive 1,000 sq ft maisonette with two roof terraces that was being refurbished by the owner. When I went to view the place he was a few weeks away from finishing and we discussed putting it on the market for £995,000. A week later I followed up with him and the builder had gone bust, so the work wasn’t due to be completed until the early autumn. ‘The market had definitely cooled by then and we decided to try £975,000, but we didn’t get a single viewing,’ Mark continues. ‘A week later the owner decided to reduce the price to £900,000 and we did start to get people through the door, but there were still no offers on the table. A few days later he phoned me and said he had opted to put the maisonette up for auction with a reserve of £845,000. On the run-up to the auction I told him we’d blitz it at that price – and lo and behold we found two cash buyers,’ he says. The bidding war that followed saw the maisonette sell for £1,009,000. ‘Not only have you got to be quick to make decisions and try a new avenue if something isn’t working, you also have to start with the right price, otherwise you won’t generate interest,’ he explains. The vendor of this particular property was so impressed by this approach that he wrote a testimonial praising Mark and his team for their professionalism in achieving him ‘an offer well above the asking price’. Mark’s other piece of advice stresses the importance of being realistic. - 39 -
the general election in May will bring. But there is a reason to get on with it,’ he assures. ‘We are in a much more stable market and if you’re looking to trade up or indeed out of London then I advise people to do so in a stable market, not wait for it to start going up again, but that message is hard to get across sometimes.’ Mark has been an agent in Fulham for nearly 25 years and comments, with a smile, that in that time he has sold a large majority of properties here, often numerous times. He is well-versed in the changing tides of the market. ‘Every time there is a period of growth, things go through a period of adjustment, but I don’t think that’s anything to worry about,’ he adds. ‘If you sell your house now, you are still likely to achieve more for it than you would have done at this time last year.’ The Knight Frank office has recently been preparing for the launch of property portal onthemarket.com, which has been created in collaboration with other estate agents. ‘There are 250,000 properties listed on there already,’ says Mark, adding with excitement that the site will feature new properties 48 hours before Rightmove or Zoopla. But while speed may also be of the essence, it’s still ultimately a question of figures for Mark. ‘If you put a property on the market for the wrong price, you simply won’t get viewings,’ he concludes, ‘there will just be tumbleweed.’ 203 New King’s Road, SW6 4SR, 020 7751 2400 (knightfrank.co.uk)
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1 OUTSTANDING HOME WITH IMPRESSIVE SOUTH-FACING GARDEN danehurst street, sw6 Double reception room ø kitchen/dining room ø 4 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø cloakroom ø utility room ø south-facing garden ø 180 sq m (1,938 sq ft) ø EPC=D
Savills Fulham Sarah Lloyd sjlloyd@savills.com
020 7731 9420 Guide £1.795 million Freehold
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1 STUNNING LION HOUSE FINISHED TO THE HIGHEST SPECIFICATION chipstead street, sw6 3 reception rooms ø kitchen/dining room ø 6 bedrooms ø dressing room ø 5 bathrooms ø 2 cloakrooms ø utility room ø wine cellar ø garden ø 393 sq m (4,230 sq ft) ø EPC=C
Savills Fulham Emma Stead estead@savills.com
020 7731 9420 Guide £4.75 million Freehold
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UNIQUE HOUSE IN BISHOPS PARK THAT HAS BEEN NEWLY REDECORATED church gate, sw6 4 bedrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø eat-in kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø garden ø 204 sq m (2,194 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=E
Savills Fulham Kate Rotheram krotheram@savills.com
020 7578 9051 Unfurnished £1,000 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* *£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.
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RECENTLY REFURBISHED FOUR BEDROOM HOUSE britannia road, sw6 Master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø 3 further bedrooms ø open plan reception room/ kitchen ø family bathroom ø shower room ø utility room ø decked garden ø 155 sq m (1,668 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C
Savills Fulham Sophie Curtis scurtis@savills.com
020 7731 2692
Unfurnished £1,000 per week + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* *£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.
Double fronted property of magnificent proportions
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Parkview Court SW6 ÂŁ1,150,000 An exquisite three-bedroom penthouse apartment with breathtaking views and private parking located moments from the River Thames. Share of Freehold. EPC=C
Bishops Park: 020 7993 9888 sales.bis@marshandparsons.co.uk
New Kings Road SW6 ÂŁ1,745,000 A truly exceptional, four-bedroom Victorian house, ideally located on the Fulham/Chelsea border, offering spacious rooms and a private garden. Freehold. EPC=D
Fulham: 020 7736 9822 sales.ful@marshandparsons.co.uk
Tasso Road W6 ÂŁ800 per week This stunning four-bedroom, Victorian house, beautifully presented over three floors, boasts spacious and light filled rooms and a beautiful private garden. EPC=D
Bishops Park: 020 7993 9888 lets.bis@marshandparsons.co.uk
Consort House SW6 ÂŁ725 per week This beautiful lateral apartment is immaculately presented, boasting a large a reception room with plenty of storage, and an en suite master bedroom. EPC=B
Fulham: 020 7736 9822 lets.ful@marshandparsons.co.uk
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Orbis Wharf, Bridges Wharf SW11 Two bedroom flat with exceptional outside space
2 bedrooms, reception room, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, terrace with views of the river, 24 hour security and concierge. EPC rating C. Approximately 103 sq m ﴾1110 sq ft﴿ Leasehold £1,250,000 RVR100291
KnightFrank.co.uk/battersea battersea@knightfrank.com 020 3597 7670
KnightFrank.co.uk Lyford Road Wandsworth SW18 Overlooking the Common
A double fronted detached family house. 6/7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, dressing room/bedroom 7, utility room, downstairs cellar, 72ft south west facing garden, carriage driveway with off street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 419 sq m ﴾4514 sq ft﴿. Freehold £5,500,000
Wandsworth KnightFrank.co.uk/wandsworth wandsworth@knightfrank.com 020 8682 7777 ﴾WND140269﴿
Patten Road Wandsworth SW18 "Toast Rack" location
An exceptional double fronted 5 bedroom family home with off street parking. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms ﴾2 en suite﴿, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, study, cloakroom, utility room, 58ft garden, off street parking. EPC rating F. Approximately 314 sq m ﴾3,380 sq ft﴿. Freehold £4,900,000
Wandsworth KnightFrank.co.uk/wandsworth wandsworth@knightfrank.com 020 8682 7777 ﴾WND140260﴿
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Settrington Road, Fulham SW6 Wonderful views over South Park
A refurbished house positioned in arguably the best part of a popular road which backs onto South Park. Master bedroom suite with a roof terrace, second bedroom with en suite bathroom, third bedroom with balcony, fourth bedroom/family room, family bathroom, reception room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, guest shower room, garden, roof terrace, balcony. EPC rating C. Approximately 209 sq m (2,250 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,650,000 (FLH140338)
KnightFrank.co.uk/fulham fuham@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6175
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Waldemar Avenue, Fulham SW6 Stunning family home near Bishops Park
This is an exceptional six bedroom end of terrace town house between Parsons Green and Bishops Park. Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom, 5 further bedrooms, bathroom, 2 shower rooms, reception room, kitchen, family room, utility room, garden. EPC rating C. Approximately 248.1 sq m (2,670 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ3,200,000 (FLH140351)
KnightFrank.co.uk/fulham fuham@knightfrank.com 020 3641 6175
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Hurlingham Court, Fulham SW6 A desirable two bedroom apartment A well presented two double bedroom apartment located in a highly desirable mansion block with lift access and porterage. 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating E. Approximately 97.47 sq m ﴾1,049 sq ft﴿ Available unfurnished/furnished Guide price: £525 per week ﴾FLQ209725﴿
All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges
KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham fulhamlettings@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2410
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Rivermead Court, Fulham SW6 A stunning three bedroom apartment Located on the first floor in a prestigious portered block close to the Hurlingham Club. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, utility room, porter, communal gardens, off street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 154.06 sq m ﴾1,658 sq ft﴿ Available unfurnished Guide price: £900 per week ﴾FLQ211239﴿
All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £276 will apply when renting a property. Please ask us for more information about other fees that may apply or visit KnightFrank.co.uk/tenantcharges
KnightFrank.co.uk/Fulham fulhamlettings@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2410
Tasso Road W6 ÂŁ1,350,000 Freehold Fulham Sales 020 7731 4391 | fulhamsales@dng.co.uk
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A fabulous four bedroom family house arranged over almost 1,352 sq.ft. The property boasts a large 38 ft. garden and is located on this quiet residential road close to Baron's Court and Queen's Tennis Club.
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4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Garden, EPC: D.
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New Kings Road SW6 ÂŁ675 per week Fees apply Furnished/Unfurnished Fulham Lettings 020 7731 4791 | fulhamlets@dng.co.uk
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Battersea Park
A contemporary flat in a striking building that was formally a printworks. The interior design scheme complements the thoughtfully restored exterior and the property offers open-plan living with a luxurious finish throughout.
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East Putney
Southfields & Earlsfield
2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony, EPC: B.
West Putney
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Bishops park Fulham SW6 A beautiful, extended period semi-detached house on one of Fulham’s finest streets with a fabulous ‘Plain English’ kitchen/ family room overlooking the 50 ft south-facing garden. Reception room • 5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms • Kitchen • Garden EPC rating E
Guide price £2,950,000 Bishops Park
020 7731 3333 wayland.ward-smith@carterjonas.co.uk
prothero road Fulham SW6 A beautifully presented terraced period house, situated on a quiet and residential street conveniently located near to the boutique shops and fashionable restaurants of Parsons Green. Double reception room • 3 bedrooms Kitchen/dining room • Loft room Garden • EPC rating C
Guide price £1,199,950 Parsons Green Sales
020 7751 8899 leo.florees@carterjonas.co.uk
Burlington road Putney Bridge SW6 A newly refurbished family house on this popular road close to Putney Bridge tube station and the amenities of Fulham High Street. Reception room • 5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms • Eat-in kitchen • Patio EPC rating G
£895 pw*/£3,878 pcm* Parsons Green
020 7751 8898 selina.garcia@carterjonas.co.uk
Parkville road Parsons Green SW6 A newly refurbished family house located in the popular “Villes”, moments away from Parsons Green tube station and close to the amenities of Fulham Road. Reception room • 4 double bedrooms Kitchen • Patio • Newly refurbished EPC rating E
£795 pw*/£3,445 pcm* Parsons Green
020 7751 8898 selina.garcia@carterjonas.co.uk
*Rent excludes administration fees. Please contact our branch who can provide this information.
London’s most prestigious riverside location featuring 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments and penthouses and an exclusive health and fitness club. Prices from £769,950 to £3,799,950* Fulham Reach Riverside Show Apartments and Marketing Suite, Distillery Road, London W6 9RU 020 8003 6130 | enquiries@fulhamreach.co.uk | www.fulhamreach.co.uk
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Luxury Apartments at Wimbledon Hill Park Wimbledon Hill Park offers an exclusive collection of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments in one of Wimbledon’s premier addresses. Conveniently located for Wimbledon Village and within close proximity of Central London, Wimbledon Hill Park benefits from a unique blend of spacious living with a luxurious specification, residents’ gym and concierge. All set within 19 acres of protected parkland. Prices from £1,150,000
SHOW APARTMENT LAUNCHES 7TH MARCH 2015 Register now on 020 3627 7801 or visit www.wimbledonhillpark.co.uk
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The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
Drawing of St Dunstan-in-the-West by SPAB Scholar Ptolomy Dean
Founded by William Morris, the SPAB protects the historic environment from decay, damage and demolition. It responds to threats to old buildings, trains building professionals, craftspeople, homeowners and volunteers and gives advice about maintenance and repairs. Since 1877 countless buildings have been saved for future generations.
Information about maintaining your home is available through events, courses, lectures, publications and telephone advice. To support our work why not join the SPAB? Members receive a quarterly magazine, our list of historic properties for sale and access to our regional activities.
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LEASEHOLD
A beautifully presented, interior designed, spacious split level apartment comprising; large reception room with bay window , period fire place & wooden flooring, a well-appointed Kitchen/Breakfast room, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a decked roof terrace. The property is in a fantastic location on Fulham Road with the junction of Munster, offering excellent local amenities and transport links. EPC Rating E
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A four bedroom family home located on the borders of Parsons Green and presented in beautiful condition. Accommodation comprising double reception room with wooden flooring, plantation shutters, storage cupboards and shelving. The kitchen/breakfast room has been extended with modern units and French doors to a patio garden. Ground floor WC, master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and en suite bathroom, three double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The fourth bedroom has an en suite WC which could easily be converted to a shower/wet room. EPC Rating D
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Brookville Road, SW6
A newly refurbished four bedroom house on this attractive road close to Parsons Green.
ÂŁ1,895,000 Freehold
1593 sq ft (148 sq m) EPC Rating C Drawing room | Kitchen/dining room | Master bedroom with en suite bathroom | Three further bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower room | Garden
Fulham Sales 020 7731 7100 fulham@struttandparker.com
Crookham Road, SW6
An immaculately refurbished two bedroom flat well located on this prime street within Fulham.
ÂŁ775,000 Share of Freehold
673 sq ft (62.5 sq m) EPC Rating C Open plan reception room/kitchen | Two bedrooms | Bathroom
Fulham Sales 020 7730 7100 fulham@struttandparker.com
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Dungannon House, SW6
An immaculately presented four bedroom penthouse apartment in the heart of Fulham Broadway benefitting from a concierge service, two terraces and two underground parking spaces.
£1,300 per week* Unfurnished
2029 sq ft (188 sq m) EPC rating B Open plan reception room/kitchen | Four double bedrooms (two en suite) | Family bathroom | Utility room | Two terraces | Two underground parking spaces
Fulham Lettings 020 7731 7100 fulham@struttandparker.com
*The following Tenant charges may apply prior to tenancy commencement: Tenancy Agreement £210 (inc VAT) Credit References per application £54 (inc VAT). All advertised prices are excluded and other associated services.
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