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Dear Resident, It’s summertime in Fulham and the living is definitely easy. With a helping hand from festivities and events across the district such as Celebrating Fulham (p.10) and Open Garden Squares Weekend (p.16), which sees private and often unseen green spaces all over the capital open to the public, residents can truly start to enjoy SW6 in all its glory. June also welcomes the annual BNP Paribas Tennis Classic and with sporting legend and entertainer Mansour Bahrami (p.8) gracing the courts; it’s not to be missed. This month is also a great time to live a little and indulge in gastronomic delights. Bethan Rees visits the newest Indian offering in the area at Masala Grill (p.22) and explores the underground treasure trove of gin at 510Below, on page 23. Make sure you follow us on Twitter, @FulhamRJ, for all the latest SW6 updates.
Image: The centre court at BNP Paribas Tennis Classic at The Hurlingham Club. Find out more from page eight.
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LOCAL NEWS Keep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news
Paranormal activity If you’re someone who’s on edge all the time, this event may not be the one for you. But if you’re intrigued by things that go bump in the night, then keep the 24 June free. Hear the tales of hauntings by bishops and others in the historic Fulham Palace in an exclusive after-hours ghost tour led by torchlight. What (or who) will you discover? 24 June, £20 per person, booking essential, 7pm. Fulham Palace, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA, 020 7736 3233 (fuhampalace.org)
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Gin, glorious gin Inspired by the gin palaces of the ’20s, the newly refurbished Duke on the Green will be celebrating the spirit in true Gatsby style. Sipsmith Independent Distillers, Portobello Road Gin and City of London Dry Gin will be there offering samples, and you can sip down your gin and tonics to the sound of live jazz. 18 June, tickets cost £15, 7.30pm. 231 New King’s Road SW6 4XG, 020 7736 2777 (dukeonthegreen.co.uk) -4-
Inspired by Italy This summer, Parsons Green neighbourhood eatery Bistrò by Shot will provide the perfect summer refreshment; a dedicated iced coffee bar. It’ll feature Bistrò’s very own special single, double and even triple espresso martinis, alongside its signature shakerato and affogato, using the finest Italian coffee gelato. What better way to cool down on a balmy day? 28 Parsons Green Lane, SW6 4HS, 020 7371 7533 (bistrobyshot.com)
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Food for thought The children at Parsons Green Prep School have been doing a lot of charity work in the community recently, and last month, some of the Year 6 pupils visited the Hammersmith & Fulham Foodbank at Christ Church Fulham. Here, along with the headteacher, the children spent the afternoon learning about how food is distributed, and how to sort food into categories, organising nearly one tonne of food. They also took with them 23kg of food and toiletries to donate to the Foodbank, which has been extremely busy recently with an increase of referrals over the last few months. Food donations are always welcome, but it is advised that you contact the Foodbank first, to find out what they are currently short of. To find out more, call 020 7731 3693, or visit: hffb.org
Design for life Set in a former Victorian ice cream factory, Arlo & Jacob’s first London showroom is worth a visit, if just for the gorgeous period features of the building. The furniture designer has over 60 pieces on display, and visitors can also sip on a glass of wine or a craft beer as they walk around the space. Led by showroom manager Neil Hulme, the sales and design team at Arlo & Jacob also offer a complimentary design consultation service, which is a great idea if you’re considering revamping your home. Melbray House, 9 Melbray Mews, 158 Hurlingham Road, SW6 3NS, 033 3222 1941 (arloandjacob.com)
Silver screen With two cultural events happening on Fulham’s doorstep this month (HF ArtsFest and Celebrating Fulham), Parsons Green Film Society has taken this opportunity to host two special screenings in collaboration. The first, with HF ArtsFest, is Man On Wire (10 June) which sees a young Frenchman named Philippe Petit stepping out on to a wire illegally rigged between the Twin Towers in New York. The second film, for the Celebrating Fulham festival is Charade (27 June) which stars icons Audrey Hepburn and Carey Grant in a classic romanticcomedy-meets-mystery film. 10 June and 27 June, £12 online, £13 on the door. Doors open at 7.30pm, film shown at 8pm, London Film Academy, 52a Walham Grove, SW6 1QR, 07872 607 113 (parsonsgreenfilmsociety.com) Audrey Hepburn in Charade
Fair on the Green
Fair and square Roll up, roll up, to the 23rd year of Fair on the Green on Parsons Green. With more than 100 stalls, carousels, a bouncy castle, Punch and Judy shows and pony rides, it’s a true family day out. Fingers crossed for sunshine! 4 July, free entry, 11.30am-5.30pm. Parsons Green, SW6 4UH
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The Really Helpful Club – join this growing network All images ©Karine Torr, Darling Magazine
Word of mouth is the best recommendation. Whether you’re looking for a reliable gardener or dog-walker, a caterer or a fantastic holiday destination, the Really Helpful Club (RHC) will quickly help you to find genuine solutions and trustworthy recommendations from women just like you. When the Residents’ Journal discovered the RHC, we knew our prayers had been answered! Founded by enterprising mother and Wimbledon resident Sarah Austin, the RHC is a free-tojoin, online network for dynamic and like-minded women to share great ideas, helpful tips and their recommendations. Sarah explains, ‘The RHC is all about helping one another, making our lives easier and giving something back.’ The RHC has become an indispensable part of our local community. ‘It’s a great network. We’re very lucky to have it.’ (Tina, Wimbledon) As well as connecting individual members, the RHC also actively promotes local businesses, entrepreneurs and charities through the Little Black Book, a directory full of useful contacts. Only businesses that have been tried and tested and received positive recommendations from other RHC members may be invited to have a listing.
Sarah has added the Business Forum, which offers the members a unique way to reconnect with the workplace. It’s buzzing with networking and job opportunities, aimed at women looking for a career change or rediscovering the workplace once their children have started school or flown the nest. Jobs are regularly posted on this Forum and successfully filled with RHC members. It’s also a great way for businesses to search for talented women, who may be looking for their next role. Marcia from Putney said: ‘I’m delighted that I’ve secured a great new job as a direct result of a post I saw on this website. This is a fantastic resource.’ At the request of members, the RHC has hosted a number of hugely popular events this year. This latest development offers a unique way for members to come together, meet other like-minded women, connect with one another and discover and learn something new. This is what makes RHC so different. Sarah explains, ‘There is a great energy at the events and an enthusiasm for what we are doing, with friendships made and connections built. Places fill up almost immediately for every event and they are always significantly oversubscribed. We’ve held an evening about women’s cycling, a lunch with a personal stylist and a private view of
a development that regenerated a historic site in Wimbledon. ‘Just recently, we hosted a charity lunch for more than 100 members at the London Rowing Club with a talk from Sarah Winckless, the triple Olympian and double world champion rower and the first Women’s Boat Race umpire.’ ‘Events like these are brilliant at bringing people together, not just as a social get-together with interesting talks, but on a local business level too,’(Jo, Wandsworth) ‘Thank you – it was a fabulous event – great food, great venue, great company and a fantastic speaker – very inspirational and humbling to listen to Sarah Winckless’ (Kiran, Coombe). There’s more in the pipeline over the coming months, including a special day at Henley Royal Regatta in July, a private dinner at the new Hotel du Vin in Wimbledon and an exclusive, private tour of Syon House. These events allow RHC members unique access and valuable opportunities to connect with other professional and interesting women. Join for free today to be part of this ever-growing network, enjoy exclusive offers and to be invited to future events. reallyhelpfulclub.com
The Really Helpful Club (reallyhelpfulclub.com) is a thriving and dynamic online members’ network for busy, like-minded women to share great ideas and our best recommendations. An infinitely useful resource, the RHC is full of information and contacts as well as business and job opportunities, networking and other events. More and more women are benefiting from the RHC, a trusted best friend.
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The court jester One of tennis’s most entertaining players is gracing the courts at The Hurlingham Club for the BNP Paribas Tennis Classic event. Bethan Rees catches up with Iranian-born legend Mansour Bahrami, who’s sure to put a smile on everyone’s face
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nown for his juggling skills, enviable moustache powers and the ability to catch tennis balls in his shorts pocket, Iranian Mansour Bahrami is somewhat of a maverick in the world of tennis players. A celebrated entertainer on the court with his trick shots and flamboyant style, Mansour is also a hugely talented professional. Having competed in, and in some instances won, several championships including the French Open, ATP Bordeaux and Toulouse Grand Prix, his return to the court for this year’s BNP Paribas Tennis Classic is set to be a spectacle, in all senses of the word. However, life hasn’t always been so easy for Mansour. He grew up in Iran in a large family. ‘We lived in one room that was two or three metres underground, and all six of us resided there.’ Luckily, Mansour found some relief in sport, and in particular tennis. However, he didn’t actually pick up a proper racket until he was 13. ‘From
the age of five, I played with just a piece of wood, or the palm of my hand,’ he tells me. But as unconventional as this method might be, it helped him to become the tennis star he is today. Mansour was only 13 when the Iranian Tennis Federation recognised a teen prodigy in their midst and allowed him to play, and three years later he was on the national team competing in the Davis Cup. While Mansour was growing up, the Shah of Iran, Reza Pahlavi, ruled the country, but during the 1970s the gap between rich and poor grew and dissent against his regime began to rise, with opposition voices turning to Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, an exiled Shia cleric. Following years of turmoil and violent protests in Iran, the Shah left the country and eventually the Ayatollah took power in 1979. This subsequently led to Mansour’s career taking a big step back as the new ruler was suspicious of the game. ‘They banned tennis as they said it was an American game; they didn’t want it played,’ he explains. -8-
sleeping rough on the streets and relying on financial support from his friends. He was however, offered political asylum which meant he could stay in France and play tennis but didn’t accept it, as it meant he couldn’t return to Iran to see his family. In 1981, Mansour reached the third round of the French Open and some influential French newspapers such as L’ Équipe and Le Figaro called for a renewal of his visa. He was given an extended visa and continued playing in small local tournaments, until he was admitted to the full ATP Tour where he was able to show off his trick shots to entertain worldwide audiences. So his career in tennis really started to take off; reaching the men’s doubles final at the French Open, winning the Toulouse Grand Prix and Geneva Open. He was also granted dual citizenship of France and Iran in 1989, so he could travel back and forth to his country legally. Mansour is gracing The Hurlingham Club with his comedic presence this June at the BNP Paribas Tennis Classic, which has hosted some of the current top ATP Tour players and tennis legends, including Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray and Boris Becker. ‘It’s the perfect warm-up to Wimbledon. It combines incredible tennis and hospitality and makes for a wonderful tournament. Everyone who plays is in good spirits and those who watch enjoy it immensely,’ Mansour explains. He’s a crowd-pleaser through and through and wants to ensure that ‘when people leave my court I want them to do so with a big smile’.
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For the following three years, he didn’t pick up a racket or tennis ball. ‘I spent my time playing backgammon from 8am in the morning until 4am the next day. There were locks on the tennis club, and it was heart-breaking. I cried when I saw greenery growing through the surface of the tennis court,’ describes Mansour. One day, his luck changed when a tennis tournament was arranged in Tehran, after requesting it for years. ‘We called it the Revolution’s Cup and I won both the singles and doubles,’ he explains. His prize was a round-trip ticket to Athens, but he kindly gave it to his girlfriend. However, she changed the destination from Athens to Nice, in the south of France, and gave it back to me so I could go there to play tennis,’ he says. So Mansour packed his bags, left for France and was offered the chance to play in some small tournaments. However, without winning these, he was left with no money and soon realised that the cost of living there was much higher than in Iran. In order to try and change his luck, he gambled all his savings in a casino in Nice, but lost everything. Things turned from bad to worse when Mansour’s French visa ran out and he became an illegal immigrant,
23-26 June, ticket prices vary. To book, call 020 8233 5854 or visit: bnpparibastennisclassic.com. The Hurlingham Club, Ranelagh Gardens, SW6 3PR
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Celebrate GOOD TIMES
SW6 residents are invited to a nine-day festival in the local area at Celebrating Fulham, from 27 June – 5 July
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he annual Celebrating Fulham festival is back, one of the annual highlights of this fine area. Organised in collaboration with the Fulham Society and the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham (and sponsored by Whole Foods Market and Aspire), it’s the perfect opportunity to really explore and appreciate the district. Aiming to promote local history, culture and attractions, the nine-day bonanza also helps boost the local
economy by supporting home-grown businesses throughout the festival. Kicking off with the inaugural Summer Market in a pedestrianised North End Road with more than 150 stalls selling arts, crafts, jewellery and much more, this will be followed by the North End Road After Party where local pubs, bars and restaurants will be offering special menus. There truly is something for everyone on the agenda; old or young, for the party-goer or history buff. Other events across the nine days include: a screening of Charade by the Parsons Green Film Society, foraging in All Saints Churchyard and Fulham Palace grounds, tennis on the roof terrace of Broadway House, a visit to the Sir Oswald Stoll Foundation, which was set up for disabled ex-servicemen and a bluffers guide to French wine at Vagabond Wines. For full information and details of all events, visit: lbhf.gov.uk/celebratingfulham, or the Fulham Society events page at fulhamsociety.org
INTERVIEWS Fulham Residents’ Journal catches up with some of the organisers and participants of this year’s event Cllr Ben Coleman Cabinet member for Commercial Revenue and Resident Satisfaction Why is Celebrating Fulham good for the area? It offers a concentrated burst of Fulham, showcasing groups, activities, tours and watering holes that residents may want to go back to all year round. I suspect most people have only a vague idea about how much Fulham has to offer. What makes this area so special? It feels traditional and modern at the same time. It has great parks and a history stretching back to Roman settlements by Fulham Palace, but it
is plugged into inner London and is packed Cllr Be n Cole man with buzzing places to eat or have a drink after work. Fulham also has a diverse, close-knit community that works and plays hard. This makes it one of the most interesting places for young Londoners to start a new business. What are you most looking forward to at this year’s event? The Summer Market in North End Road on 27 June. We’re pedestrianising the road and filling it with more than 150 stalls selling great things to buy, eat and drink, plus there will be a funfair and live music. - 10 -
Where To Eat Eat to your heart’s content this year at a couple of local supper clubs. Book now to avoid disappointment at: grubclub.com
ARCHIE’S With food inspired by the seasons, guests will be welcomed here to a warm and intimate setting, just off Wandsworth Bridge Road.
Dorothy Jones Regional fundraising manager at the Oswold Stoll Foundation Why is the Oswald Stoll Foundation important to the area? The War Seal Mansions (the 1916 name of organisation) was founded to house disabled service people returning from World War I. The Mansions later became Sir Oswald Stoll Mansions and were an important asset to the veterans and their families; we believe it was the first veterans housing community of its kind in London. Is Celebrating Fulham a good thing for SW6? Any event that brings communities together can only be beneficial for the people who live, work and play in an area. For the Oswald Stoll Foundation it’s vital that we engage and embrace other cultures, including all faith groups and work with intergenerational groups to bring young and old together.
Elisicia Moore Founder and director of Petit Miracles, a charitable social enterprise that teaches furniture restoration, interior design training and upcycling courses. This year, she is bringing a mini-hub to North End Road Market.
FAB CUISINE From the chef behind Bistrò by Shot, Fabrice Meier invites diners to a delicious five-course menu, including braised lamb shoulder to share, gin and cucumber granita and strawberry melba.
What has Petit Miracles been up to recently? We have opened a new business and retail shop for business incubation, called the Petit Miracles Hub, in the West 12 Shopping Centre. We are working to help local businesses get access to the retail market, along with training and support. We have 20 brands in our hub ranging from handmade jewellery to homeware and candles. What will you be doing at Celebrating Fulham? We will celebrate our first and original project, Petit Miracle Interiors. We will host an upcycling demonstration so that people can see all the hard work and craftsmanship that goes into restoring our furniture.
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Lens in high places Uncover a world almost completely unseen with Parsons Green-based photographer Peter Dazeley, as he guides Bethan Rees through his version of London
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hen a man is tired of London, he is tired of life,’ said Samuel Johnson, in one of the most quotable phrases about the capital to this day, summing up the true spectacle of the city in just 12 words. Whether it’s tales of Roman history in the days of Londinium encapsulated by the remains of defensive wall or enjoying the place as it stands today in its metropolitan, multicultural glory, it’s hard not to be infatuated with London, whether you’re a tourist or resident. One man who has taken his ardour for London to a whole new level is Fulham-based photographer Peter Dazeley, or should I say Peter Dazeley FRPS (fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society). ‘Having left school at 15 with very little education, it was fun to be given a fellowship from the Royal Photographic Society, and to have initials after my name,’ he laughs. Camera in hand, Peter spent four years capturing the hidden nooks and crannies of the capital for his hugely successful book Unseen London, which was published at the end of 2014 by Frances Lincoln. The images he captured have since gone ‘viral’, spanning across national news websites, television programmes and social media. To add fuel to the spreading fire, Peter is now exhibiting his mesmerising photographs of the capital in the OXO Tower Restaurant on the South Bank during the summer. The show and book take the viewer through some of London’s biggest landmarks such as Big Ben and the Bank of England, but also some perhaps previously hidden or ignored spaces such as the historic, posteradorned Repton Boxing Club in Bethnal Green and the astonishing Byzantine-style Crossness Pumping Station in Abbey Wood. A Londoner born and bred, the
inspiration for Peter’s book came from his bachelor pad on the river which overlooked Battersea Power Station, where he watched the gradual dilapidation of the iconic site. ‘I managed to get access for the day and had a lot of fun in a hard hat, boots and a reflective top. However, I wasn’t alone; there were thousands of foxes, rats and peregrine falcons,’ Peter recalls. This was the starting point of his four-year project. ‘A light went off in my head and I thought it would be really cool if I could blag my way into places,’ he continues. So, putting pen to paper and ear to phone, Peter began trying to gain access to remarkable buildings across London including, 10 Downing Street, the Old Bailey, Freemasons’ Hall, Harrow School, Abbey Road Studios and Whitechapel Bell Foundry. ‘It was a fantastic experience to discover places I didn’t know about previously,’ he adds.
Peter spent four years capturing the hidden nooks and crannies of the capital Having built up great connections with friends, clients and associates over the past 40-odd years, he was able to reach out when he was having difficulty with accessing certain places. After a long time (and eight legal documents) Peter was given permission to photograph inside the Bank of England, the imperial, neoclassical structure that looms over the Square Mile. ‘That was a real scream to get inside,’ he tells me. ‘But they wouldn’t let me anywhere near the vaults,’ he says with disappointment. Obviously, gaining access to these incredible buildings is a tough
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process, which sometimes ends in rejection. For Peter, his biggest disappointment was not being given access to the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden. Craven Cottage football ground is a true SW6 institution, and a special place for Peter to visit. ‘When I was little, my father was a Fulham FC supporter, so I was fascinated to go back and discover that it still has wooden seats,’ he laughs. In Unseen London he showcases images of the Johhny Haynes stand, the balcony where players’ families watch and also the away team changing room at the stadium. The four-year process was a learning curve for Peter. ‘I didn’t know London anywhere near as well as I thought I did. This series of images only just touches the surface, there’s so much other stuff, it could have gone on forever,’ he explains. ‘It’s nice to be able to share my city with other Londoners and people around the world. We live in a wonderful city that’s been here a long time,’ he adds. The dazzling collection of photographs is universally appealing; whether you’re a tourist, a lifelong Londoner, an architect enthusiast, or a history buff, so don’t miss your chance to view or buy his precious images. His work becomes more important when you appreciate that some of these buildings might not be here in the future. These aren’t just images, they’re also a slice of London’s history. See the Unseen London exhibition at the OXO Tower Restaurant now. For more information on Peter Dazeley, visit peterdazeley.com Clockwise from top left: Control Room A at Battersea Power Station; Johnny Haynes stand at Craven Cottage; Main pump room at Crossness Pumping Station; Freemasons’ Hall; Control Room B at Battersea Power Station; Away changing room at Craven Cottage
All images © Peter Dazeley
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The
grass
is always
greener
As Open Garden Squares Weekend arrives this month, letting guests in to some of London’s usually private and most beautiful gardens, Fulham Residents’ Journal catches up with Sarah Hesketh, event manager of the occasion
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stablished in 1998, the Open Garden Squares Weekend (OGSW) gives visitors access to London’s green spaces, from historical gardens to community allotments. ‘Londoners are rightly proud of the fact that this city is one of the greenest in the world,’ Sarah Hesketh, event manager of OGSW, enlightens me. ‘But we don’t always take the time to enjoy them properly, nor can the public often gain access to some of the great gardens,’ she continues. A record-breaking 225 gardens have signed up to take part in the weekend across London, with three in SW6, including All Saints Vicarage garden, Fulham Palace gardens, Fulham Palace Meadows Allotment and many others in the Hammersmith & Fulham borough including, The River Café’s garden, where seasonal produce for the restaurant is grown. ‘In 2014, around 18,000 people made more than 50,000 individual garden visits over the weekend as a whole and we’re hoping to improve on that this year,’ Sarah tells me. This year, highlights
include the garden at Number 10 Downing Street, where the Prime Minister would typically entertain high-calibre guests such as the Queen and Barack Obama. ‘We’re also delighted to be offering tours of the first ever community garden in the London Underground at Barbican station’s pop-up garden,’ says Sarah. There’s a huge variety of displays to go and see across the capital, sometimes where you least expect it, such as the former Arsenal football ground at Highbury Stadium and on a barge floating on the River Thames. But there’s plenty more to do over the weekend than simply admire the gardens. ‘It’s World Gin Day on 13 June, so we’re working with Sipsmith Independent Distillers to create a classic English garden party in Cleveland Square in Bayswater, and we’re also working with Symmetry Breakfast to curate a special pop-up picnic in gardens across the city,’ Sarah continues. From 45 guided walks with themes such as urban biodiversity to a city safari, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy, even if you’re not green fingered. 13-14 June, weekend tickets £10 in advance, £12 on the weekend itself, under 12s go free, National Trust members get a 25 per cent discount. For more information and tickets, visit opensquares.org
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Main image: Fulham Palace (© Fulham Palace Trust); Left: All Saints Vicarage
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Fulham Palace Meadow Allotment
INTERVIEW This year, the Fulham Palace Meadow Allotment Association is unlocking its gates for Open Garden Squares Weekend. Run entirely by volunteers, Victoria Talbot-Rice, secretary of the association (FPMAA) and an allotment holder, tells Bethan Rees what visitors can expect in the Thames-side grounds What’s happening at Fulham Palace Meadow Allotment at this year’s event? On 13 June, between 11am and 3pm, there will be guided tours by Peter Tyler, our very own Blue Badge Guide, and refreshments available, such as homemade cakes and scones. I’ll also be making sandwiches, as last year a few people asked for something more savoury. There will also be an opportunity to buy some plants on the day. Why is the OGSW important? It’s a lovely opportunity for people from all over London to come and enjoy our allotments, as well as other gardens that are not normally open to the public. Will you be visiting any of the other local gardens taking part? Last year, I visited the Kensington area, which was stunning – the garden in Edwardes Square was beautiful and elegant. There were also some secluded gardens that I didn’t even know existed. This year, I think I’m tempted to venture further afield; I’m sure I won’t be disappointed. What are you most looking forward to at this year’s event? Every year, I eagerly explore the booklet and select an area of London with gardens I have not yet visited. I love being
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surprised; I may just close my eyes and point at the map! I will definitely go somewhere I don’t already know, but it’s impossible to cover everything over one weekend. What do you grow in your allotment? At the moment I’m growing broad beans, onions, garlic, potatoes, peas, two types of chard, spinach, beetroot and asparagus. I’m aiming for at least 50 per cent vegetables, but I also grow lots of strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, redcurrants, blueberries and we have a couple of vines, although I haven’t tried making wine yet! I will plant squashes, courgettes, runner beans and tomato plants this month.
What are the benefits of having an allotment? You spend more time outdoors, you get to meet some fellow allotment holders and make new friends. You become part of a community and if you get involved in running it, it’s very satisfying to know that you are actively helping. Needless to say, you also have your own home-grown vegetables to share with others. It’s lovely to know that they’ve been grown without any pesticides. Fulham Palace Meadow Allotments Association, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA, 020 7731 6055 (fpmaa.com)
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FULHAM Residents’ Journal
The great
outdoors
To celebrate the arrival of summer, Bethan Rees speaks to Fulhambased architectural and interior design studio Lawson Robb and learns how to make the most of an outdoor space this season
Two London terraces designed by Lawson Robb
Q: I want to redesign my tired-looking garden – where do I start? A: A good starting point is to take magazine clippings or create a Pinterest board to define the look and feel that you desire. We would then recommend you take a step back and contact the British Association of Landscape Industries and appoint one of its recommended designers to refine the concept, produce planting schemes etc. The devil is in the detail and good design is always spearheaded with a solid brief. What would be the point of investing in your garden if all the plants die by the next season? Q: I don’t have a garden, but I have a balcony. What’s the best way to maximise this space to enjoy the summer months? A: Use slim planters to maximise the space and select planting that will last and stay green most of the year. Also, place seasonal flowers in smaller pots to add colour, and why not dedicate a planter to be a miniature herb garden? There’s nothing better than being able to pick your own fresh seasoning. A small table and chairs are a must, and if you have space, a sun lounger to enjoy sunny days. Q: Which outdoor furniture trends should I be keeping an eye out for? A: We will be seeing more monochrome and glam accessories moving from the inside to the outside. Metals such as brass, copper and bronze will be making their way outside in accessories like planters. Seventies style is back; wicker is in, both traditional and new oversized takes on it,
as well as furniture collections featuring natural wood and green, earthy tones in the upholstery. Q: Where do I start when creating an outdoor entertaining area? A: You could focus on making a very cosy, intimate area and incorporating lots of low-level lighting to help create an inviting atmosphere. A fire pit would be a good focal point for the entertaining space. However, if you’re planning on hosting larger parties in the summer months, you could go with a much more architectural approach that focuses on the shape and form of the space, experimenting with raised and sunken levels. Also, olive trees that are up-lit could be used as fantastic sculptural elements. This kind of space would be best with minimal garden furniture. Q: I’d like to have a water feature installed – can you suggest what might look nice? A: For a more contemporary look, you could go for a waterfall wall that spills down over textured granite and combine it with uplighters so that the texture of the stone is highlighted and the water glows when it is lit at night. Another alternative is to opt for a very organic, contemporary-style sculpture that sits raised out of a bed of water. The bed of water can be stepped, so that the water flows down into different levels, meaning you get both a continuation of flowing water and also the sound of trickling water. (lawsonrobb.com)
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Nose
the
k nows
The barbecue; a traditional British staple, but so hard to get right. This month, Jennifer Mason meets the team at Parson’s Nose butchers to hear their top tips on how to be the host/ess with the most/est this summer
All images ©Justin De Souza, courtesy of the Parson’s Nose
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ather embarrassingly, when I first meet Serena (the gov’ner) and Duncan (head butcher at the Fulham branch) of Parson’s Nose, I have my face pressed up so close against the display counter I’m surprised I haven’t left a nose print on the glass. In my defence, everything just looks so tasty. I’m so busy mentally planning meaty menus that I barely notice the arrival of the two experts who have agreed to sit down with me and talk me through the perils and pitfalls of hosting a British summer barbecue (and no, we’re not discussing the weather). ‘When I first started in the trade, butchers used to struggle in the summer,’
Duncan begins, as we touch upon the fairly recent barbecue phenomenon that sees supermarket shelves empty by 10am on sunny weekend mornings during the summer months. ‘People just didn’t barbecue often – certainly not like they do now. Many of our customers are even building external kitchens where they can cook all year round, so there’s a lot more requirement for cuts of meat that can be cooked easily on a barbecue or grill.’ Those cuts are not restricted to the traditional burgers and sausages, I soon learn. ‘Part of our aim is to educate people that you can pretty much barbecue anything, especially on the high-quality
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grills available now,’ explains Serena. Butterflied legs of lamb, spatchcock chickens and even pork ribs are all starting to become standard barbecue fare, she tells me. ‘People are wary of cooking larger cuts of meat on the barbecue, but there are several advantages to cooking a big chunk of rump steak, for example, rather than dozens of sausages or smaller steaks. Firstly, it means less work for you as the chef – you only have to watch one piece of meat. Secondly, the cooking time is longer, so you don’t have so much of a rush – and in terms of presentation, you can serve it up on an attractive wooden board and people can help themselves to as much or as little as they’d like. It makes a great centrepiece for a barbecue buffet table.’ ‘Barbecuing is all about confidence,’ Duncan agrees. ‘If you want to cook a whole chicken on the barbecue, you can; you just have to have the guts to give it a try.’ So are people really becoming more adventurous with their barbecues? ‘Absolutely,’ replies Serena. ‘We sell a lot of mince in the summer now as people come in for ingredients to make their own burgers. Even rarer components like brisket and bone marrow fly off the shelves in the summer months as people experiment with their recipes.’ The Parson’s Nose shops offer more than just the simplest cuts to their customers, though. ‘Aside from basic ingredients like vegetables and antipasti, we also stock a variety of marinades that we buy in,’ explains Duncan. ‘We can recommend the best ones for individual cuts and can vacuum-pack the
marinade in with your chosen cuts to seal in the flavour.’ This even applies to homemade marinades you’d like to bring in yourself. The main thing I’ve learned from my visit? The Parson’s Nose stores don’t just sell meat. They also offer customers expert advice on the best way to get the most from their delicious aged and hung cuts. As I leave the Fulham branch, I overhear a customer having a lively debate with another member of the team about the best way to cook roast pork. Apparently, you can get the same crispy-skin result without scoring the fat; a tip I’ve never heard before. Perhaps I should get myself a pork joint and try it out. Now, where can I buy one of those…? n Fulham branch: 753 Fulham Road, SW6 5UU, 020 7736 4492. Putney branch: 88 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1LL, 020 8788 6160. South Kensington branch: 165 Old Brompton Road, SW5 0LJ, 020 7835 0662 (parsonsnose.co.uk)
THE TEAM’S TOP TIPS Take meat out of the fridge at least one hour before you’re going to cook it – even chicken. This evens out the temperature in the meat and means it will cook through more evenly, reducing the risk of undercooking and making your job as a chef much easier. Start larger joints or meats that need cooking carefully (like chicken) in the oven first, this will mean less cooking time on the barbecue, resulting in properly cooked meat without a charcoal crust. Be really generous with seasoning, but not until just before you cook. Buy good-quality sea salt and use it liberally for the best flavour.
Buy good-quality charcoal; the optimal cooking point is when the coals have heated up and then cooled to grey. More expensive charcoal will hold that heat for a long time, whereas the cheaper stuff will cool very quickly and leave you with half-cooked food. Don’t cook in the flame – not only will it cook the outside of your meat too quickly and leave the inside raw, but with certain meats, like lamb, the fat can catch fire if you’re not monitoring it carefully. Never pour juices or marinades from the raw meat back onto the cooked cuts. Make sure you have separate tongs for raw and cooked meat to avoid cross-contamination of bacteria, which can cause food poisoning.
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FOOD & DRINK Warning: the following may make you hungry and thirsty
review
second to
Naan
Bethan Rees tries regional Indian cuisine at the neighbourhood’s newest ‘curry house’
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ndian food has become one of Britain’s most widely loved indulgences and Friday night staples. There’s a real culture of fitting a ‘Ruby Murray’ into a working week, and without a cheeky onion bhaji or two, something feels a little off. However, as Masala Grill opens its doors, I discover that what I previously referred to as a ‘curry house’, which I consider myself somewhat of a connoisseur, was soon to be a distant memory. The newest restaurant from the MW Eat group, responsible for Michelinstarred Amaya, Veeraswamy (the oldest Indian restaurant in the UK) and Chutney Mary, Masala Grill has a certain reputation and standard to live up to. Located on the same site where Chutney Mary operated for 25 years, the space is clearly destined for success,
as that restaurant became a true southwest London institution before moving to St James’s Street in the West End. Serving authentic Indian-style home cooking and street-food dishes, as well as more well-known and traditional biryanis and chicken kormas, Masala Grill brings a welcome south Asian influence to the area. But, rather than the standard white tablecloths and basket of poppadums that I’m used to, the restaurant stands out alone on its interiors. The mix of typical Rajasthani colours and Indian artefacts scattered around the place makes for a beautiful backdrop; however, it’s the huge ficus tree standing in the middle of the conservatory adorned with a maypoleesque canopy that steals the show. Now, onto the important bit: the food. Inspecting the menu, I couldn’t see the usual prawn jalfrezi and - 22 -
customary chicken vindaloo; think more mutter tikka chaat (pea and potato pattis) and grilled sea bass fillet with mangalore spices. My guest and I order the pani puri (whole wheat puffs with lentils and tamarind chutney, topped with a spicy dressing) and crispy fried squid, which are incredibly moreish, and for mains, an (extra-spicy) prawn malabar curry, and lamb chops delicately marinated in blended spices. However, it’s the peshawari naan which makes me stop and consider my whole life experience of Indian breads before this. Rich in coconut and almond, it is pure perfection. Take your tastebuds on a trip around India, without leaving the confines of London. 535 King’s Road, SW10 0SZ, 020 7351 7788 (masalagrill.co)
TOP 3 GINS 1. Williams Chase Elegant Gin
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review
A gin-gin situation Bethan Rees goes underground to visit a gin parlour in the most unexpected of places
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hen Rick Blaine said in the classic scene of Casablanca, ‘Of all the gin joints, in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine,’ he could have easily been sat in Fulham’s newest gin bar, 510Below, clad in his white tux and black bow tie. Cleverly hidden downstairs in the snug, all-day eatery Manuka Kitchen, this drinking den certainly has an exclusive, insider knowledge-only feeling about it. Drinking this spirit in England has been a favoured pastime for centuries, with periods of history even denoted with a title such as the ‘Gin Craze’ in the first half of the 18th century, when there was virtually an epidemic of drunkenness. This was the same period in which gin became known as Mother’s Ruin and the Gin Act of 1736 was passed. Fast-forward to
2015 and we’ve come a long way from such raucous behaviour (sort of). In the low-lit parlour on Fulham Road, forget the standard gin that you’re used to being served, with a somewhat bubbly liquid that comes out of a sticky soda gun. Here, they believe in ‘the perfect serve’. With double frozen ice, you pick your personal favourite brand of spirit (from a list of more than 40) to be mixed with Fever Tree tonic, all in a copa de balon glass which helps release the aroma. I choose to have Monkey 47, muddled with ginger and blueberries, for extra panache. With cocktails served in teacups, and an interior featuring crushedvelvet couches and a bag-style chandelier, it’s easy to slip your way into the 1920s. The only detail that gives it away that we’re in the 21st century is the light-jazz covers of popular songs, including Ke$ha’s Timber. Next time I visit, I’ll be wearing my flapper dress. 510 Fulham Road, SW6 5NJ, 020 7736 7588 (510below.com) - 23 -
While the Chase Distillery may be more renowned for its vodka, this has been described as ‘The Most Complicated Gin in the World’. It’s the first and only gin to be distilled from cider apples and includes 11 carefully selected botanicals. £38, available from Waitrose Fulham and Whole Foods Fulham (chasedistillery.co.uk)
2. FAIR. Gin FAIR. Gin is macerated with high-quality juniper berries and spices from Kerala in India for a week before being distilled, and uses only ethically sourced Fair Trade ingredients (hence the brand name). £29.99, available from Whole Foods Fulham and Vagabond Fulham (fairspirits.com)
3. Opihr A London dry gin made with an exotic twist, with botanicals sourced from the traditional spice route such as Indonesian cubeb berries, Indian black pepper and Moroccan coriander. A truly handsome spirit, and a beautiful bottle that screams to be used as a candle holder. From £23, available from Tesco Fulham and Waitrose Fulham (opihr.com)
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hamper
Happy
As 13-21 June welcomes National Picnic Week, Fulham Residents’ Journal gives you the ultimate guide on how to take your lunch from al-desko to al fresco
WHERE TO EAT
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Fulham Palace Gardens The historic grounds of Fulham Palace stretch across 13 acres of beautiful gardens. Featuring woodland and lush lawns, the Palace’s tranquil surroundings are ideal for a relaxing picnic. Take advantage of the gardens’ floral backdrop with splendid arrangements of British native flowers. For an extra fun day out, take a look at what’s
on at the Palace; from ghost tours to flower arranging. Fulham Palace, Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA, 020 7736 3233 (fulhampalace.org)
Eel Brook Common Once used as a football pitch by the Fulham
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FC team, Eel Brook Common is one large, green, luscious carpet. Located in the heart of Fulham, the park’s expansive lawns are perfect for a leisurely picnic. During the summer months, you can enjoy a circus and fairs hosted in the park’s grounds. New King’s Road, SW6 4SE
South Park Opened in 1904, South Park has a rich military history; from a training ground for the Fulham Brigades of the Royal Field Artillery in World War I, to a mass ground excavation for military sandbags in World War II. Now, it’s a peaceful green patch favoured by Fulham dwellers. Perfect for a picnic on a hot day thanks to the shade from the trees. In addition, there are several sport facilities, including tennis courts, cricket greens and football pitches. Peterborough Road, SW6 3EB
Bishop’s Park Grade-II listed Bishop’s Park underwent restoration in 2012 and has become a popular social hub. Its riverside location, coupled with the urban beach, makes the park a great spot for a balmy summer’s day picnic. Make the most of the warm weather and enjoy the park’s numerous leisure spots, including a skate bowl, table-tennis tables and a waterplay feature. Bishop’s Avenue, SW6 6EA
Pack your hamper Our top local picks for hungry picnickers Bayley & Sage Food shop Bayley & Sage offers the best of British and European suppliers. Get a true taste for local(ish) produce with the shop’s fresh meat from the Rhug Estate, fish caught in Cornwall and apple juice pressed in Kent. Take your pick from its exceptional sandwiches, artisan breads, an impressive 130 types of cheese and fresh salads produced on the spot in the store’s kitchen. 34 New King’s Road, SW6 4ST, 020 7736 2826 (bayley-sage.co.uk)
Whole Foods Market Modern fresh food market Whole Foods offers an extensive selection of organic products and seasonal produce. On its shelves you’ll find plenty of yummy things to fill your hamper. All products are high-quality and come from both the UK and international suppliers. Try the fresh breads baked daily in-store. 3-6 Fulham Broadway, SW6 1AA, 020 7386 4350 (wholefoodsmarket.com)
Labi’s Deli Vegetarian and vegan-friendly Labi’s Deli is a true foodie gem, specialising in gourmet, home-cooked food. It offers English classics and delicious European specialities prepared fresh every day. Here you’ll find a wide range of healthy salads, canapés, smoothies and both classic and veggie burgers to take away. 611 Fulham Road, SW6 5UA, 020 8617 1566 (labideli.com)
Olive Deli For delicious beverages and nibbles in a Mediterranean style, head to this neighbourhood shop and deli that specialises in authentic Italian cuisine. The menu changes daily offering, a variety of freshly prepared gourmet sandwiches. 155 Munster Road, SW6 6DB, 020 7384 2155 (olivecatering.com)
Bishop’s Park The Bishop’s Park Farmers and Fine Foods Market is a new venture by Ross Spurrier, aiming to make fresh farm produce available to buy in Fulham. Held on Sundays, it’s a convenient spot to get your hamper filled as you head for the park. You’ll find stalls offering fresh meat, fish, fruit and vegetables and homemade baked goods. Bishop’s Avenue, London SW6 6EA (rmsmarkets.co.uk) Bishop’s Park
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FULHAM Residents’ Journal
Festival Fever
Fulham Residents’ Journal brings you the guide to this year’s HF ArtsFest. Expect to see visual arts, dance, music and comedy all over the borough
Wednesday 10 June
• An evening of jazz at the 606 Club, Smith’s at Brook Green Hotel, W6 (6.30pm) • In conversation with local author S J I Holliday, Hammersmith Library, W6 (7.30pm)
Scariofunk hip hop collective
Thursday 11 June
Monday 8 June
• Public Invited photography exhibition, Hammersmith Town Hall, W14 (6.30pm • Theatre and performance archive tour, Blythe House, W14 (2.30pm-3.30pm)
• SoFAP’s Plein Air painting event, White Horse Pub, SW6 (9.45am-4pm) • V&A archives tour, Blythe House, W14 (3pm-4pm) • (8-13 June) The Angry Brigade, The Bush Theatre, W12 (7.30pm-9.30pm, matinees at 2.30pm) • (8-14 June) Jack Jones’ Something Somewhere, Westfield White City, W12 (see website for more details) • (8-14 June) A week of performance, art and poetry, Hepsibah Gallery, W6 (10am-8.30pm) • (8-14 June) Bugsy Malone, Lyric Hammersmith, W6 (7.30pm-10pm, matinees at 2.30pm)
Tuesday 9 june
Friday 12 June
• Twice as Nice Comedy with Phil Nichol and Shazia Mirza, Smith’s at Brook Green Hotel, W6 (8pm) • Emerging artists in conversation with Pocket Arts, Austin Forum, W6 (7.30pm-9pm) • Film evening and tour, LAMDA Linbury Studio, W14 (7pm-8.30pm) • Poetry event with Vernal Wright, Askew Road Library, W12 (6.30pm-7.30pm)
• 100 Voice Children’s Choir & Samba band, Westfield White City, W12 (2.30pm-3.30pm) • Irish music performance, Westfield White City, W12 (4pm-5pm) • The Bhavan Indian dancers performance, Westfield White City, W12 (5.30pm-6.30pm) • Scariofunk hip hop collective, Westfield White City, W12 (7pm-8.30pm) • Sam Deards photography exhibition and wine tasting, Fulham Reach Boat Club, W6 (7pm)
Saturday 13 June
• New Reuben Wing Foundation open day, Lyric Hammersmith, W6 (11am, 12pm-1pm for Musiko Musica performance) • The Bhavan Centre opens its doors to the public, The Bhavan Centre, W14 (11am-12pm) • Irish Cultural Centre presenting a traditional Irish music performance, Hammersmith & Fulham Town Hall, W6 (Time TBC) • Cat and Hutch children’s theatre presents The Secret Garden, Fulham Library, SW6 (Time TBC)
Sunday 14 June
• An afternoon of fun with Albert & Friends Instant Circus and more, Ravenscourt Park, W6 (12pm-4pm) *All scheduling subject to change. All details are correct at the time of writing. Please see website for more information
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Look and feel your best this month with a helping hand from a local expert
Chakra bleu
Bethan Rees explores a whole new world of spirituality at a Gina Conway salon in the form of a chakra massage
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sually, when I visit a spa or salon for a massage, regardless of whether it’s deep-tissue, aromatherapy or Swedish-style, I can customarily bet my whole life’s savings that I will fall asleep and be awoken by a little bell and a gentle whisper from the masseuse kindly asking me to leave, albeit with a towel imprint on my face. However, I was in for a totally different experience when I visited a Gina Conway salon for a chakra massage. Upon entering the salon, I’m not entirely sure what I’m letting myself in for. Was the masseuse going to dance around me with flames while chanting? My concerns of accidentally joining a massage cult are put to
rest when my therapist Marc talks me through exactly what ‘chakra’ is. The chakra system is a symbolic presentation of energies which we can utilise for personal growth in various aspects of our lives, including the physical, social, emotional, mental, energetic and spiritual. The chakras are an essential part of a 5,000-year old system of Ayurvedic medicine, originating in ancient India. It’s said that the chakra system is located in our core, from the tailbone to the crown of the head; this channel is called the sushumna nadi. As I enter the treatment room, I’m greeted by seven cards, each with a different chakra symbolised on them. They read: insight, expressive, nourished, harmony, intention, wisdom and grounded. Marc asks me to pick three of the cards that ‘speak’ to me the most, whether it’s the colour, symbol or word. I choose expressive, intention and wisdom. From here I clamber on to the table, lying on my front. Marc then presents me with three oils corresponding with the chakras I chose and - 27 -
I breathe in each one and pick the scent I find most appealing, which is the oil relating to the ‘expressive chakra’, made with organic grapefruit, rosemary and ylang ylang. Marc uses a combination of reflexology, deep-tissue massage and guided meditation through the body in order to bring my body’s chakra system back into balance. The first two parts I am relatively used to; it is beautifully relaxing and relieves all the tired knots in my body. It is the last part which I find most unusual. For guided meditation and energy to work means you have to be focused, so there is no chance of having a quick forty winks. The seven chakras, represented on the cards with symbols and words, relate to different areas of the body, I learn. Lying on my front, Marc places his hand on the bottom of my spine – the root chakra. I’m told to visualize a spinning wheel of red energy getting more vibrant as Marc’s hands circle, repeating the word (in my head) ‘grounding’. This process continues through the next six chakras with Marc making his way up to the crown of my head, imaging the different swirling colours and chanting the various words. I’m a total sceptic when it comes to spirituality, but I can’t deny that I feel totally revived when I leave Gina Conway and I’m ready to book my next chakra massage. Prices vary. 612 Fulham Road, SW6 5RP, 020 7731 7633 (ginaconwaysalons.co.uk)
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RESIDENTS’ CULTURE A forum for residents’ concerns and activities
House of
history
Belinda Donovan explores Fulham House and learns about spooky guests and its exciting past
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ulham House is a somewhat of an unknown gem which could be easily missed as you race to Putney Bridge Station. But if you’re not in too much of a hurry to catch that tube, you might be curious to find out what’s behind the impressive front door. I caught up with Major Derrick Harwood MBE TD, the historian and
archivist at Fulham House, leaving the Friday afternoon Fulham High Street traffic behind. I stepped into this 250-year-old Georgian House that stands on a site that has been occupied since at least the 14th century. In 1572, the previous property known as ‘Passors’ was inherited by Sir Henry and Lady Joan Cromwell, the grandparents of - 28 -
Oliver Cromwell. However, the House was sold in 1604 when Oliver was just five-years-old but it is quite possible that the young Oliver was a visitor at the House and may even have played in the cellars that remain part of the structure of today’s building. When Fulham House was built, the area was a small bankside village surrounded by a market, Derrick tells
me. The Grade-II listed Georgian house was built as a private residence and was surrounded by three acres of land, with a further three by the river enclosing a croft known as Passor’s Mead. To say Fulham House is steeped in history is an understatement.
Duke of York headquarters in Chelsea. Since 1921, Fulham House has been the headquarters of various units, including Royal Engineers, Artillery, Signals, Infantry and Yeomanry, and in 2002 the TA (now known as the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for Greater London) left its Duke of York’s headquarters and moved in to Fulham House. In the 1930s, someone had the idea of building an extension in the front garden, completely obscuring the frontage. During this period the building was occupied by the Territorial Army, but the extension was demolished in 1984 as part of a major refurbishment that saw a modern drill hall and garages built at the rear of the house. Derrick gives me a tour of the house, complete with the Officers’ Mess room and I notice the beautiful cornicing in every room and crested fireplaces. Just before I leave, I ask Derrick about the rumoured ghosts in the cellar; somewhat to my relief he does not offer a tour but simply tells me that there have been many sightings: firstly of Mrs Fleming (who started the school) by a range of different people and a second
Derrick gives me a tour of the House, complete with the Officers Mess’ room, and I notice the beautiful cornicing in every room and crested fireplaces Ralph Warren, twice Lord Mayor of London in 1536 and 1543 respectively, also owned the property. Fulham House was subsequently owned by another Lord Mayor, Sir Thomas White, originally a cloth merchant. In 1804, the house was left to a Mrs Fleming, who together with her sister, used the building to house Fulham House School for Girls. Additionally, in 1902, Fulham House and its grounds were purchased by the commanding officer of the 2nd South Middlesex Volunteer Rifles using private funds raised by the unit. In 1908, as part of the Haldane Reforms to the reserve units of the army, the site was taken over by the War Office and from then on administered by the Territorial Association (TA) for the County of London from their
ghost, again seen by many different people, of a man wearing a traditional Dutch costume. As I leave the glamorous surroundings of Fulham House (which can be hired by those who want to host a party or event there), and walk through the stunning stonework that surrounds the gate, I am suddenly brought back into 2015 and a busy Fulham afternoon and I hope that I might be lucky enough to be invited to someone’s party there. You never know! 87 Fulham High Street, SW6 3JS. To book an event at Fulham House, contact Alternative Venues on 020 7384 4670 (alternativevenues.co.uk) - 29 -
Life of climb Belinda Donovan visits the Clip n Climb activity centre I was told about Clip n Climb by some good friends who had introduced me a couple of years ago to Ben, one of the founders. Located just off King’s Road, the venue houses climbingbased activities for all ages, which is a great way to keep fit and healthy (as long as you’re older than four!). With 22 separate activities, including a jungle gym, a speed-climbing challenge and a vertical drop slide, it’s not just your standard climbing wall studio. No experience is necessary either, and full training is given in a 30-minute introduction. During the day this amazing converted warehouse is used by children while in the evening adults are encouraged to come along and bring their friends after work. If having some healthy fun isn’t enough to encourage you to visit, The Gallery Café will – selling a selection of gorgeous cakes, brownies, coffees, raw juices and smoothies if you just want a quick snack or for slightly larger meals there are paninis, pancakes or pasta for the hungry, I really enjoyed my visit there.
Clip n Climb Chelsea
19 Michael Road, SW6 2ER, 020 7736 2271 (clipnclimbchelsea.co.uk)
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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 Knight Frank 203 New King’s Road 020 7751 2400 Marsh & Parsons 103-105 Moore Park Road 020 7736 9822 and 333 Fulham Palace Road 020 7993 9888 Strutt & Parker 701 Fulham Road 020 7731 7100
Savills 191 New King’s Road 020 7731 9400 and 423 Fulham Palace Road 020 7578 9050 Winkworth Fulham and Parsons Green 40 New King’s Road 020 7731 3388
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
Chestertons ‘Three offices – one great postcode’ 78 New King’s Road 020 7731 4448
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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stationer
Perry’s 777 Fulham Road 020 7736 7225
travel
The Ultimate Travel Co. 25-27 Vanston Place 020 3627 6264
Florist
Mystique Flowers 57a Fulham High Street 020 7371 5888
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Structural changes in the area
Planning Applications Date registered: 22 April Address: Lysia Street Proposal: Erection of a rear roof extension and a rear extension at second-floor level over part of the existing back addition. Plans also include the erection of a single-storey rear extension to the side and rear of the existing back addition and the excavation of the front and rear garden to form lightwells in connection with the creation of a new basement. The proposal outlines the installation of new windows to replace the existing windows in the rear elevation and to the side of the rear back addition at first-floor level Date registered: 29 April Address: Fulham Road Proposal: Change of use of first, second and third-floor level from offices (Class B1) into nine self-contained residential flats (Class C3). Plans include the erection of an extension at thirdfloor level, erection of an additional floor and the formation of a roof terrace in connection with the creation of a two-bedroom, self-contained penthouse. Also, the installation of new windows to replace the existing windows and the formation of balconies to North End Road and Fulham Road elevations at first, second and third-floor levels, plus associated external alterations Date registered: 29 April Address: Wandsworth Bridge Road Proposal: Change of use of ground and first-floor from office (Class B1) into two two-bedroom, self-contained residential flats (Class C3)
Organic matters Hammersmith & Fulham Council is urging residents to start composting more by teaming up with getcomposting.com to offer subsidised household composters for £12, rather than the usual £39.99. It’s a great way to reduce the amount of household waste sent for incineration, while at the same time improving your planting by creating a good mulch. A composter can help save the council approximately £142 for every tonne of waste not sent to incineration, and it’s reported that households in England throw away around four million tonnes of waste that could have been composted. A council spokesperson said: ‘You don’t need to be a keen gardener to compost, but it is a great way to recycle your garden waste. Not only that, it also helps to save taxpayers’ money by reducing the amount of waste that the council has to process, often at significant cost.’ (lbhf.gov.uk)
Planned roadworks and closures in and around June STREET
PLANNED WORK
DATES
Kilmaine Road
To make a cross connection to maintain supplies 22 June – 6 July
Munster Road
Surfacing carriageway
29 June – 3 July
Parsons Green Lane
Delivering equipment to Parsons Green to support the BTR works, two nights work, no excavation
12-15 June
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property watch An expert shines a light on local property news
Setting sale
Bethan Rees catches up with Matthew Hodder-Williams,
associate director and sales manager at Marsh & Parsons Bishop’s Park, to discuss the post-election local market
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arlow-born and Bristol-raised, Matthew Hodder-Williams joined the Marsh & Parsons Bishop’s Park office last December as the associate director and sales manager, but he tells me he’s been acquainted with Peter Rollings (chief executive of Marsh & Parsons) ‘for slightly longer than I’d like to admit,’ he laughs. Matthew has worked in the property world for 13 years; however, his career path hasn’t always revolved around flats and houses. Seeing Matthew in his dapper suit and immaculately shined shoes, it’s hard to imagine him wearing anything else, or doing any other job. Nevertheless, he started his career on the rugby pitch, playing at a semiprofessional level in Bristol alongside sporting legends like Josh Lewsey MBE. But as his teammates went on to play professionally, Matthew took a different path. Having worked in Merseyside as a rugby agent for a couple of years, he then relocated to London and moved in to the realm of property in the early noughties. After an unconventional start to his career, can Matthew draw any connections between the two contrasting industries? ‘They’re different things, but essentially it’s still about negotiating; we’re problem solvers. From an early age I was introduced to hard work and putting your time in. I learnt very quickly how to deal with ego and worth, and that’s pretty much what I do now, just with a different commodity,’ Matthew
explains. ‘You tend not to get hurt quite as bad dealing with houses as you do rugby though,’ he adds. With the General Election outcome now crystal clear and the notion of a mansion tax non-existent, how is the Fulham property market faring? ‘It remains to be seen how exactly the market will react to the election result, but we are certainly seeing the release of some pent-up pre-election demand returning to the market,’ Matthew tells me. ‘This increase in home buyers, accompanied by all-time low interest rates, means the SW6 postcode is a popular destination for a wide range of purchasers; from first-time buyers through to those looking for excellent family homes,’ he continues. With the market, hopefully, livening up a little more over the next few months, does Matthew have
Harbord Road, SW6, asking price £1,850,000
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any top tips for sellers? ‘The be-all and end-all is: sell at the right price.’ And for buyers? ‘Too many people are missing out on properties by just looking at floorplans and pictures online. I think that’s one of the worst things that has happened over the last 10 years,’ he says. ‘One of the nice things about Marsh & Parsons is that we spend our working lives trying to give people the right advice, so I’d like people to take it; I think everyone would be better off,’ he says cheekily. 333 Fulham Palace Road London, SW6 6TE, 020 7993 9888 (marshandparsons.co.uk)
Immaculate plot with south-facing patio Matching people and property in London for 150 years.
Cloncurry Street SW6 £3,300,000 A truly exceptional five-bedroom family house with a garden positioned on one of Fulham’s finest residential streets close to Bishops Park. Freehold. EPC=D
Bishops Park: 020 7993 9888 sales.bis@marshandparsons.co.uk
Fernhurst Road SW6 ÂŁ2,350,000 A meticulously presented family home located on a prime residential street in the heart of Munster Village with a sunny, south facing garden and rear access for off-street parking. Freehold. EPC=E
Bishops Park: 020 7993 9888 sales.bis@marshandparsons.co.uk
Micklethwaite Road SW6 ÂŁ2,250,000 A truly exceptional five-bedroom mid terrace family house with a garden, conveniently located close to Fulham Broadway and West Brompton. Freehold. EPC=D
Fulham: 020 7736 9822 sales.ful@marshandparsons.co.uk
Whittingstall Road SW6 ÂŁ2,250,000 A charming five-bedroom family home boasting flexible living accommodation arranged over three floors in a prime Parsons Green location. Freehold. EPC=F
Fulham: 020 7736 9822 sales.ful@marshandparsons.co.uk
Fernhurst Road SW6 ÂŁ1,750 per week This stunning terraced house is set in a picturesque, tree lined street and is presented in immaculate condition throughout, boasting fantastic living and entertaining space. EPC=D
Bishops Park: 020 7993 9888 sales.bis@marshandparsons.co.uk
WHAT'S YOUR NEXT MOVE? To find out how we can help you or to arrange your complimentarty market appraisal please contact us: KnightFrank.co.uk/fulham fulham@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2400
Guide price: £2,200,000
Disbrowe Road, Fulham W6 A unique property which has been converted from a former fish factory. Master bedroom with en suite bath/shower room and dressing room, 3 further bedrooms, family bath/shower room, reception room, kitchen, study, summer house, guest WC, courtyard garden, parking. EPC: E. Approximately 225.6 sq m (2,428 sq ft). Freehold. fulham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 7751 2400
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Guide price: £1,450,000
Epple Road, Fulham SW6 A delightful house positioned in central Parsons Green. 3 bedrooms, shower room, reception room, kitchen/dining room, bathroom, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 108.8 sq m (1,117 sq ft). Freehold. fulham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 7751 2400
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WHAT'S YOUR NEXT MOVE? To find out how we can help you or to arrange your complimentary market appraisal please contact us: KnightFrank.co.uk/fulham fulham@knightfrank.com 020 7751 2400
Guide price: £2,550,000
Acfold Road, Fulham SW6 A lovely family house located on the favoured western side of a quiet street. Master bedroom suite, 4 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, dining room, play room, storage room, utility room, wine cellar, guest shower room, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 236 sq m (2,540 sq ft). Freehold. fulham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 7751 2400
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Guide price: £4,295,000
Bradbourne Street, Fulham SW6 A superb family home. Master bedroom suite, 5 further bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining room, family room, study, wine cellar, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 397.0 sq m (4,273 sq ft). Freehold. fulham@knightfrank.com Office: 020 7751 2400
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Stevenage Road, Fulham SW6 An exceptional six bedroom semi-detached house A fully extended house located in a desirable location overlooking Bishops Park and the River Thames. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, utility room, family room, balcony, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 397 sq m (4,273 sq ft). Available unfurnished
Guide price: £3,000 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/FLQ198807
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Felden Street, Fulham SW6 A spacious family house in an enviable location The house has been designed to accommodate a large family and those who love to entertain.4/5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen, media room, decked garden. EPC: D. Approximately 220.2 sq m (2,370 sq ft). Available unfurnished
Guide price: £1,850 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/FLQ181759
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Albion Riverside, Battersea SW11 Two bedroom flat for sale in Albion Riverside A very desirable layout in one of the river's most exlusive buildings. In excellent condition and on a high floor affording bright interior rooms and stunning views of the Thames and London towards Chelsea. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen/reception room, balcony, 24 hour concierge, leisure facilities. EPC: B. Approximately 125 sq m (1,346 sq ft). Leasehold: approximately 987 years remaining
Guide price: £2,100,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/riverside riverside@knightfrank.com 020 3597 7670
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Lyford Road, Wandsworth SW18 Overlooking Wandsworth Common A magnificent double fronted detached family house with a superb carriage driveway, 72ft south west facing garden directly overlooking Wandsworth Common. 6/7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, dressing room/bedroom 7, study, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, cellar, 72ft south west facing garden, summerhouse, carriage driveway with off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 419.3 sq m (4,514 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £5,200,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/wandsworth wandsworth@knightfrank.com 020 8682 7777
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1 CHARMING VICTORIAN HOME IN NEED OF UPDATING burnfoot avenue, sw6 Double reception room ø study/dining room ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 4 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø south-west facing garden ø potential to extend (subject to planning permission) ø 164 sq m (1,769 sq ft) ø EPC=F Guide £1.65 million Freehold
Savills Fulham Henry Forbes hforbes@savills.com
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1 SUPERB HOME WITH STUNNING ORIGINAL FEATURES acfold road, sw6 Double reception room ø family room ø kitchen/dining room ø 4 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø garden ø 197 sq m (2,121 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Savills Fulham Sebastian Hipwood shipwood@savills.com
020 7731 9420 Guide £2.35 million Freehold
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WELL PRESENTED FAMILY HOME chesson road, sw6 3 bedrooms ø reception room ø study ø 2 bathrooms ø patio garden ø 156 sq m (1,679 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=E
Savills Fulham Kate Rotheram krotheram@savills.com
020 7578 9051 Unfurnished £795 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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STUNNINGLY REFURBISHED PETERBOROUGH ESTATE HOUSE chipstead street, sw6 6 bedrooms (3 en suite) ø reception room with wooden floors ø media room ø study ø kitchen/dining room ø 4 bathrooms ø utility room ø patio garden ø 383 sq m (4,125 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D
Savills Fulham Milly Webb mwebb@savills.com
020 7731 2692
Unfurnished £2,750 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.
Burnthwaite Road SW6 ÂŁ1,350,000 Freehold Fulham Sales 020 7731 4391 | fulhamsales@dng.co.uk
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Boasting 1,464 sq.ft. of stunning living 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, space is this family home, arranged over Reception room, Kitchen, Garden, three floors. The property is located on Roof terrace, EPC: D. a popular, much sought-after residential road in the heart of Fulham.
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This beautifully presented house is spread over three floors and offers excellent entertaining and living space. Conveniently located, the property also boasts a lovely private patio.
4 double bedroom, 3 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Cellar, EPC: E.
Good to know... *An initial one-off tenancy agreement fee of £240 (inc VAT) per property and a £45 (inc VAT) referencing charge per person will apply. At the end of the tenancy an inventory check-out fee will be charged, this amount will depend on the size of the property and whether it is furnished/unfurnished. For more details visit www.douglasandgordon.com/tenants/infoandcharges
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WINCHENDON ROAD Fulham SW6
This beautifully refurbished Victorian house is located on a popular tree-lined street and has been fully extended to provide around 2,750 sq ft of accommodation finished to the very highest standard. Double reception room • 7 bedrooms 4 bathrooms • Kitchen • Gym room South-west-facing garden • EPC rating D
Guide price £2,950,000
Parsons Green
020 7751 8899 tom.lewis@carterjonas.co.uk
LYSIA STREET Fulham SW6 An immaculately refurbished and extended period house offering approximately 2,200 sq ft of well laid out space. • • • • •
Double reception room 5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms South-facing garden EPC rating D
Guide price £1,975,000 Fulham
020 7731 3333 wayland.ward-smith@carterjonas.co.uk
STEVENAGE ROAD Fulham SW6 A simply exceptional and unsurpassed newly refurbished and fully extended semi-detached house, offering approximately 4,500 sq ft of space. • • • • • •
Reception room 6/7 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 4 shower rooms Kitchen/family room EPC rating C
Let £3,000 pw*/£13,000 pcm* Guide price £5,000,000 Parsons Green
020 7751 8898 selina.garcia@carterjonas.co.uk *Rent excludes administration fees. Please contact our branch who can provide this information.
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Radipole Road, SW6
An substantial five bedroom house on this popular road near Parsons Green.
ÂŁ2,500,000 Freehold
2540 sq ft (236 sq m) EPC Rating C Drawing room | Kitchen | Dining room | Master bedroom with en suite bathroom | Four further bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower room | Study | Cloakroom | Cellar | Garden | Terrace
Fulham Sales 020 7731 7100 fulham@struttandparker.com
Brookville Road, SW6
An excellent four bedroom house on this prime road in the area known locally as “The Villes”.
£1,850,000 Freehold
1668 sq ft (155 sq m) EPC Rating D Drawing room | Kitchen/dining room | Master bedroom with en suite bathroom | Three further bedrooms | Bathroom | Shower room | Cloakroom | Garden
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St Maur Road, SW6
A substantial five bedroom family house with excellent entertaining space located on this sought after street in Parsons green.
£1,495 per week* Unfurnished
2231 sq (207 sq m) EPC rating E Double reception room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Four double bedrooms | Single bedroom | Three bathrooms (two en suite) | Cloakroom | Garden | Terrace
Fulham Lettings 020 7731 7100 fulham@struttandparker.com
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