Residents' Journal (RWPB) Aug 13

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Dear Resident, Our August edition proudly celebrates the eclectic and creative women in the area: from Nicola Horlick, who has mastered a variety of different careers, to the collection of women who enrich the local community as part of the Women’s Institute.

Lulu Rumsey speaks to Nicola, who appears to collect jobs as though they are going out of fashion, and yet any project that she turns her hand to becomes a great success. With the restaurant and business world firmly tied up, the film industry is her latest endeavour; Lulu seeks the secrets to her success (p.20).

The Journal had the opportunity to meet with south west London WIs this month (p.8), as well as with the organisation’s HQ on the King’s Road. We learnt that the days of preserves and prickly old men lecturing about stamps are long gone. WIs are a thoroughly modern institution, championing support, friendship and appreciation of very good cake.

We also round up our favourite foodie meccas south of the river from which to purchase delicious, artisanal produce (p.17). In an age dominated by supermarket chains, a little bit of individuality and craft goes a very long way.

Syon Park photographed by Glynis Hillier (syonpark.co.uk)

Distributed to selected homes in the Borough of Richmond upon Thames, as well as Wimbledon, Putney, Barnes and Coombe, the Residents’ Journal is a platform for locals to discuss issues and events that matter. We would love to hear from you, email: contact@residentsjournal.co.uk. If you do not reside in one of our areas but would like to subscribe, please send us an email. The cost of a subscription for six months is £20 and £36 for one year.

Production Hugo Wheatley Alex Powell Oscar Viney

Client Relationship Director Felicity Morgan-Harvey

General Manager Fiona Fenwick

Publishing Director Giles Ellwood

Communications Director Loren Penney

Senior Designer Grace Linn

Associate Publisher Sophie Roberts

Head of Finance Elton Hopkins

Managing Editor Katie Randall

Editor-in-Chief Lesley Ellwood

Main Editorial Contributor Lulu Rumsey

Managing Director Eren Ellwood

Assistant Editor Lauren Romano Contributing Editor Josephine O’Donoghue

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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our round-up of local news

Photograph by Glynis Hillier

It’s a Syon Throughout the month of August Syon House and Park will welcome families in search of a day’s escape with open arms, as all children below the age of 16 who are accompanied by a paying adult will be able to visit free of charge. For those not in the know, the stately home has been the seat of the family of the Duke of Northumberland for more than 400 years, during which time it has set the scene for numerous historically significant events, including the bitter marital strife and subsequent Reformation of Henry VIII’s reign. Situated within picturesque gardens, the house has accumulated an intriguing array of furniture and works of art over the years.

Until 29 August, a maximum of two free child tickets per paying adult, 020 8560 0882 (syonpark.co.uk)

Centre stage Things went off without a hitch last month when the sweeping sounds of the locally renowned Thames Youth Orchestra hit the stage at St Matthias Church.

Conductor Simon Ferris oversaw a characterful evening of action in stra Orche Youth es The Tham symphonic expression as the young talents of the orchestra put their unique spin on such classics as George Gershwin’s Overture to a Girl Crazy and Leonard Bernstein’s three dances, from On the Town. Fans can look forward to the return of the ensemble at the close of summer, when they will perform at All Saints Church in Sheen on 2 September at 7.30pm.

(thamesyouthorchestra.co.uk)

Top job Congratulations are in Alistair Birt order at William Curley’s Richmond branch following the news that Head Chocolatier Alistair Birt has been commended at the 2013 Acorn Awards. Applauding his invaluable services to the hospitality and catering industry (not to mention chocolate addicts everywhere), the former World Chocolate Masters finalist was recognised for his commitment to training new apprentices in the specialised art of chocolate production.

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Spectacular sarnies The past 12 months have marked a busy annum for one of Richmond’s newest eateries, Cook & Garcia. Presided over by chef Richard Garcia, whose recipes have shaped numerous five-star establishments across the capital, the menu combines fresh ingredients with convenient quick bites in the form of hot roast meat sandwiches, imaginative salads and hearty soups.

For its staunch commitment to the worthy cause of an excellent hoagie, Cook & Garcia was recently crowned the winner of the prestigious Independent Sandwich Bar of the Year award.

A fond farewell to The Lion and Unicorn Bookshop, which is closing its doors this August after 36 years on King Street. The shop, owned and managed by Jenny Morris, has had many loyal customers over the years and held events hosted by a plethora of celebrated children’s authors, from Roald Dahl to Lauren Child.

19 King Street, TW9 1ND 020 8940 0483 (lionunicornbooks.co.uk)

Whole Foods Market nearly here Residents of a healthy persuasion can look forward to a nutritious boost to their diets come autumn, when the Whole Foods Market arrives in Richmond.

The store will be the popular American chain’s sixth British branch and will stock its trademark selection of natural and organic vegetables, fruits, breads, meats and more.

The new store will be at 1-3 George Street TW9 1AB (wholefoodsmarket.com)

Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant, TW9 1DJ (cookandgarcia.co.uk)

Healthy Walks in Richmond Park

Enigmatic elderflower The word on the grapevine is that scientists at Kew Gardens have recently made a new discovery – from a bottle of elderflower juice. While testing the authenticity and quality of a number of plant extract products, researchers unearthed a new compound in a commercial extract of elderflower, which had not been detected befor e in the scientific world.

6, 13, 20 and 27 August for 45 to 60 minutes Meet at Cambrian Centre car park Grove Road, Richmond Hill TW10 6SN

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Image / Claudio Saroldi photography

Brothers launch low calorie liquor Reigning over happy hours for nine years behind the bar at Wimbledon night spot Suburban Bar, brother owners Scott and Michael Byrne discerned an as yet undetected niche in the alcoholic beverage industry: cocktails that are fresh and low calorie, and also conveniently ‘ready to drink.’ Thus Outrageous Cocktails was born and has bequeathed a selection of five flavoured alcoholic tipples. For those after even more of a health kick, we hear that non-alcoholic versions are also in the pipeline.

The Byrne brothers’ Outrageous Cocktails are available at Suburban Bar 27 Hartfield Road, SW19 3SG (suburbanbar.com)

Screen legend An exhibition begins this month documenting the cinematic history of local cultural institution Twickenham Studios. In honour of the studios’ centenary, the celebration will feature rare film memorabilia accumulated over the years of the studios’ existence. Opened in 1913, the site has been the filming location of a number of cinematic masterpieces, from 60s classics Alfie and The Italian Job to the more recent widely acclaimed The Iron Lady.

In August 2012 the studios were saved from the brink of closure when they were bought by current owner Sunny Vohra.

3 August – 21 September Riverside Gallery,Whittaker Avenue, TW9 1TP

A summer quest Whether its storytelling, dressing up, or even creepy crawlies that tickle children’s imagination, the August events at Strawberry Hill House will cater to the whim and wish of every child’s fancy. The month kicks off with a Bugs and Mini-beast Workshop on 3 August.

Others less inclined to get their hands muddy can look forward to the anecdotes of the historical setting’s very own storytelling puppets on 12 August. For those after a little escapism, the house will stage a Creative Costume Afternoon on 24 August, where gallant young knights and pretty little princesses can roam the gothic grounds in a sartorial ode to days gone by.

For times and ticket prices, call 020 8744 1241 268 Waldegrave Road, TW1 4ST -6-

Time to bounce As the excitement surrounding this year’s Wimbledon Championships fades, sports fans can find some athletic comfort at the opening of new gym Bounce. The 4,000 sq. ft. Wimbledon Park fitness facility plans to offer high-end training that suits newbies and fitness fanatics alike, with classes in crossfit, HIT yoga, MMA fit, Pilates and more. For those looking to go the extra mile, an on-site treatment and rehabilitation clinic will provide professional advice.

Scheduled to open end of July Unit 1, Woodman Works Durnsford Road, SW19 8DR (mybounce.co.uk)

Loyalty to Royalty

Wildlife Watch Club 4 August 10am-12pm, for children aged 8 to 14 years old Nature’s Palette and Scavenger Hunt meet at the Information Centre Wimbledon Common £1 registration and £2 for the session

Since the gaiety that surrounded the royal wedding in April 2011, the nation has yet to go silent on the topic of our monarchy. While the Royal Family’s latest addition, and, one day, heir to the throne, has spawned serious media focus, further proof of our royal preoccupation lies in the viewing figures for the first episode of the BBC’s The White Queen, which tipped the six million mark. The royals are now style icons – think Kate Middleton. Hampton Court Palace has cottoned on to the trend: its shop now stocks a fantastic array of accessories and jewellery including witty charm bracelets and chic crownthemed handbags.

For mail orders call 020 3166 6848 (historicroyalpalaces.com)

Garden of Life A Putney-based gardening firm will swap daffodils and dog-roses for a more exotic horticultural variety, as it prepares to embark on a plant-hunting slog through the Himalayas this month. A team of plant-hunting trekkers from Lalupate Gardening will follow organiser Purna Gurung on a trip through the mountainous ranges of Nepal, culminating at the sacred Dudh Pokhari lake in time for the vibrant August Full Moon celebrations.

Plants and seeds collected by trekkers along the course of their travels will be used to re-stock the gardening firm’s ‘Garden in the Himalayas,’ a community garden in the village of Tanchok, as part of Purna’s goal to alleviate child malnutrition in the country.

There are a maximum of 10 places available. To learn more about availability and dates, call Purna on 020 8789 8011 or email lalupate@hotmail.co.uk

Have your say Wandsworth Council is calling on Putney residents and business owners to voice their opinions on how best to relight the town’s fire. Over the summer, members of the Putney community are urged to take part in a survey, the results of which will shape council improvements to the area. A final report outlining a vision and strategy for the enhancements will be released in September.

To take part in the survey, visit wandsworthtowncentres.co.uk

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Words / Lulu Rumsey and Antonia Michel

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A long way from jam and Jerusalem

The way they were (clockwise from top left): Mereworth jam centre, 1943; wartime fruit preservation centre, 1940; vegetable growing, 1943; an ambulance is presented to the British army by NFWI, 1941 (all images courtesy of NFWI archives)

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A new wave has defined the Women’s Institute since its urban evolution a decade ago saw it pull in impressive numbers of Londoners. With south west London home to two of the capital’s newest branches, Lulu Rumsey uncovers changing perceptions of the century-old organisation

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here is a moment in the 2003 sleeper hit Calendar Girls, where Helen Mirren’s sceneImage / Paul Reed stealing Chris Harper, rogue leader of a mutinous yet well-intentioned nudist rebellion in a subdued Yorkshire WI, hears the latest instalment in the society’s long list of yawn-inducing speakers and mutters sardonically: ‘Oh, thank God. For a moment I thought it was going to be dull.’ About to take to the stage, the object of Chris’s contempt is an expert in the tame world of carpeting.

Chris’s slur, so expertly delivered with the glinting eyes and tight-pursed mouth of Mirren, seemed to echo the assumptions of the 21st century woman, whose era had cast the WI into a role of mock-worthy naffness at best, and irrelevance and provincialism at worst.

On account of the date of my birth, I cannot pinpoint the moment the WI transcended the gulf between wartime champs, praised for helping stave off the imminent threat of U-boat-induced countrywide malnutrition, to a nationally derided group, dismissed as encapsulating nothing more than jam and Jerusalem.

There’s little to explain popular derision of the WI. Cinematic licence saw Mirren’s on-screen WI Chair of the NFWI Janice Langley speaks at the 2013 AGM preoccupied with the study of broccoli, but the past Image courtesy of Andy Lane speaks volumes for the depth of the organisation’s character. This is a group that has maintained a The new wave WIs are anything but ordinary; century-long steady presence at the virtual picket line of they’re the mutual meeting place for women of all walks the advancement of women’s of life and a far cry from the ‘bored housewife’ tag rights. In a dependable string of campaigns, from demanding equal pay for equal work in 1943, breast closer to an appreciation, but it’s a fresh and modern cancer screening in 1975 and women’s human rights interpretation. The new wave WIs (so known, the in 1999, the WI hasn’t blinked in its commitment to president of SW19’s WI Sara Meyrick-Cole enlightens women’s issues. me, because they meet in the evenings and not the If in recent years the ill-founded jokes and knocks day) congregate more often than not in a local pub or have ceased somewhat, the WI’s urban reinvention (or wine bar. more accurately, invention, since it traditionally steered There are now 51 WIs in London alone, a regional clear of the city and was known primarily as a rural, symptom of the year-on-year increases in membership village-led organisation) might be considered key. which the WI has experienced since 2008.

London has seen some of the highlights of the ‘Perceptions are changing,’ says Janice Langley, WI’s urban awakening: from the first opening in the Chair of the National Federation of Women’s Institutes capital in 2003 in leafy Fulham, to the much-lauded (NFWI). ‘Women who wouldn’t previously have thought independently minded Shoreditch Sisters, who ‘aren’t about joining are becoming increasingly keen to join.’ afraid to call themselves feminists’ and ‘choose not to Sara herself was once the archetypal WI sceptic: ‘I sing Jerusalem’ while ignoring a few of the WI’s more would never have dreamt of joining the WI – if you had old-fashioned stereotypes. said to me 10 years ago that I would join, let alone that I Don’t be mistaken, this isn’t a backlash; it’s far would be Chair, I would have roared.’

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The NFWI’s London headquarters in Fulham

The beauty of the WI is that you can make your group what you want it to be... what might work well for one group, wouldn’t be right for another

So what’s the draw? Emma Pritchard, who set up the Putney WI in March 2012, credits the mixed age of members, which you would struggle to find in any other organisation elsewhere in London, as proving an unparalleled pull for many members. Older members at the SW19 WI, Sara testifies, love the new infusions of recruits. ‘We have three ladies in their late 80s and early 90s who are enormous fun who love having all the girls rallying around them.’

‘It’s comforting,’ Emma explains, ‘to know that if you ever need help, support or cheering up, there are 40 women you can turn to who will always be there.

Living in London, having that network is invaluable. In London, the WI is about groups of women who have one evening a month that is sacred to them and marks their time, who want to make friends, network and simply socialise with like-minded women.’

And that sentiment of female assertiveness has always rung true for the WI (how many other organisations can say they’ve survived the whitewash of political correctness to remain strictly women only?)

Back in her younger days, Janice herself was drawn to the WI because ‘it was an opportunity for me, as a young wife and mother, to go somewhere and just be me – not David’s wife or Emma’s mother.’

From 10 members in March 2012, the Putney group’s film nights, weekly walks around Richmond Park, cake sales and monthly meetings have drawn a growing membership of more than 40 women to date.

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As yet, there is no London federation, meaning the new crop of WIs remain somewhat oddly affiliated to the Home Counties bordering London. Perhaps because of this, the London WIs I spoke to seemed endearingly individual, shaped almost entirely by the women within them.

‘Part of the beauty of the WI is that you can make your group what you want it to be – you control which talks, clubs, demonstrations and events you organise, and what might work well for one group, wouldn’t be right for another,’ says Emma.

It’s a theory that’s similarly espoused down the road, at Sara’s SW19 branch. ‘We don’t necessarily get involved in the national WI campaigns – for example, we’re not concerned about the NFWI’s worries about the decline of the High Street, because Wimbledon High Street is very vibrant.’ There’s more than enough room, then, for members to make their WIs whatever they wish it to be.

The SW19 branch arrived in south west London a little before its Putney cohort, when it was born in the hall of the Wimbledon Club three years ago. The impressive 108 members (with an additional 30 racking up a substantial waiting list) represent a diverse bunch: there are single women, married women and divorcées; women in their 20s to their 90s; a treasurer who’s a chief financial officer and a committee member who’s a senior detective in the Murder Squad.

The new wave WIs are anything but ordinary;

they’re the mutual meeting place for women of all walks of life and a far cry from the ‘bored housewife’ tag that outdated public perceptions have occasionally afforded them. Sara describes one incident where she was contacted by someone who required extras for filming – elderly extras. ‘I was absolutely livid,’ she laughs.

Of course, that’s not to suggest that London’s new wave WIs have rejected the homely pastimes that the NFWI historically and traditionally holds dear – far from it. Bake sales, raffles, knitting and crocheting are all very much still on the agenda – if members want to pursue them. It’s just that the stereotype has been broken by the metaphorical embodiment of a strong shake of cayenne pepper; activities like tai chi, belly dancing, rock choirs, car maintenance and interesting lessons on politicians’ use of soundbites have all been injected into the mix. Rumours from Devon suggest that even pole dancing hasn’t escaped the WI’s unequivocally open mind.

The results of SW19’s 2012 Christmas survey couldn’t agree more spectacularly with the chimes of Cyndi Lauper’s synthpop declaration. ‘The women just want to have fun,’ says Sara. ‘They want to explore other sides of themselves, that they might not otherwise be able to, and that’s what we offer.’ n

To contact the National Federation of Women’s Institutes call 020 7371 9300 or write to 104 New Kings Road SW6 4LY (thewi.org.uk)

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The Calendar A selection of the very best events happening in the area

5-10 August

10-11 August

13 August

The Pitmen Painters

Bounce Festival

Mini-Fest

Fresh from the applause of sell-out seasons treading the boards of Broadway and the West End, Lee Hall’s The Pitmen Painters returns to Richmond Theatre this month.

The award-winning production documents the artistic education of a group of Ashington miners, as they endeavour to balance a working life in the mines and an evening class in art appreciation. Whirlwind success, hilarity and adversity ensue, as the characters attempt to redefine the roles 1930s society has determined for them.

With entertaining activities often far and few between, how to fill the endless hours of the summer holidays can be a tricky conundrum to solve. The folks behind Bounce Festival hope to alleviate exactly that, and have planned a weekend fiesta that’s overflowing with imaginative obstacle courses, scientific tricks and stage spectacles to engage each and every one of our curious young ones. Parents are also catered for, with designated seating areas laid out for those in need of a time out.

The revelries of Richmond’s 2013 Summer Festival continue this month as Mini-Fest arrives in town. Featuring performances from Curious Company, Flying Buttresses and Nutkhut, Mini-Fest will showcase some of the borough’s most exciting emerging theatre, all staged in the rapturous green spaces of Barnes. One to look out for is circus-esque ensemble Upswing, whose latest outdoor production, The Red Shoes, invigorates a classic Hans Christian Andersen tale with a cross-cultural, gravitydefying unpredictable edge.

£11.90-£32.40, 7.30pm at The Green TW9 1QJ, 0844 871 7627 (atgtickets.com/richmond)

Tickets for adults and children are £18 each in advance; under 4s go free. Old Deer Park TW9 2SL (bouncefestival.co.uk)

Free, Barnes Green, Church Road, Barnes SW13 9HE

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BEEF Masterclass image / © Alex Boyd

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14 August

Throughout August

Until 14 September

Beef Masterclass

Big Bat Walk

Home, My Place in the World

Some dishes never go out of fashion, so it’s well worth the effort to perfect them, right down to the black pepper sauce. Few meat-eaters would argue against the merits of a classic British steak, but it’s a dish that’s elusive to master. Those looking to build on their culinary skills roster should pop by the Duke’s Head this month, when it hosts a Best of British Beef Masterclass, under the guidance of local butchers Parson’s Nose.

Attendees will feast on a three-course meal and accompanying wines.

Junior thrill seekers keen to familiarise themselves with spooky creatures of the night should make a beeline for the WWT London Wetland Centre this August, as the nature haven continues to host its summer season Big Bat Walks. As darkness falls and all seven of the Centre’s bat breeds flock to the night sky, organisers will steer troupes of adults and children to the best vantage spots, giving them ‘bat detectors’ to identify the different species circling the skies.

£45, 7.30pm, 8 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1JN, 020 8788 2552 (dukesheadevents@youngs.co.uk)

£10, 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 August (start times vary with sunset).Children must be over eight years old and accompanied by an adult to book, call 020 8409 4400

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Home is where the heart is, so the saying goes. In the context of an era that has witnessed the greatest human mobility in documented history, Wandsworth Museum’s summer exhibition is a photographic exploration of what it means to up sticks and find a new home across the globe. The exhibition of more than 50 hauntingly striking images emerged from a collaboration between the Museum and Accademia Apulia UK.

£4 (£3 concessions), open weekdays 10am5pm and Saturdays 11am-5pm, 38 West Hill SW18 1RX (wandsworthmuseum.co.uk)

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out & about The events and activities on our radar in central London

1 August – 1 September

A REGAL RESIDENCE Clarence House is preparing to open its doors to the public throughout the month of August.

Famously home to the Prince of Wales, the Duchess of Cornwall and Prince Harry, the house has been a royal residence for almost two centuries. A 45-minute tour, beginning in the gardens, will take visitors through five groundfloor rooms, which the family typically use for official entertaining. Some of the highlights include an exquisite porcelain collection and works of art by such notable painters as Augustus John and Graham Sutherland.

£9, St James’s Palace, SW1 1BA (royalcollection.org.uk)

Image / Royal Collection Trust © Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 2013

Until 31 August

UNseen RHODES To celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Fashion and Textile Museum, unseen pieces by kooky British fashion designer Zandra Rhodes will be on display. Renowned for her flamboyant colours and shockingpink hair, Rhodes was one of the first designers to find a place for punk style on the High Street. The exhibition will feature sketches, designs and clothing adorned with sequins, feathers, beads and Rhodes’ distinctive embroidery.

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Until 29 September

FILMS ALFRESCO Outdoor cinema providers Luna Cinema are setting up screens across the capital this summer. For those yearning to pick up some freshly popped popcorn and settle down to a night of entertainment under the stars, there are a huge number of films on offer, from the classic Some Like it Hot to recent blockbuster Les Miserables, all situated in amazing locations such as Hampton Court Palace, Kensington Palace and Kew Gardens.

£16.50 (lunacinema.com)

Until 13 October

Until 6 October

RADICAL RICHARD ROGERS

TRENDY TUDORS AND STYLISH STUARTS

The Royal Academy’s newly acquired exhibition space, Burlington Gardens, is featuring unseen material, drawings and personal possessions from acclaimed architect Richard Rogers. Entitled Richard Rogers RA: Inside Out, this engaging and provocative show traces some of the most significant influences in his life, as well as the principles and ideas behind his work.

Early influences are particularly prominent, from Rogers’ youth during the Second World War to his time spent studying at the Yale School of Architecture in the early 60s. The internationally lauded architect, who will be celebrating his 80th birthday this year, is perhaps most well-known as the creator of the Millennium Dome and the Lloyd’s Building.

Delve into the fashionable world of the 16th and 17th century at the Queen’s Gallery in Buckingham Palace.

In Fine Style: The Art of Tudor and Stuart Fashion features jewellery, clothing and more than 60 portraits from the period. This was the age of britches, bodices, ruffs and petticoats, when it was fashionable for a man to wear a single earring. A signet ring belonging to Henrietta Maria of France, wife of Charles I, is one of two pieces that will be on public display for the first time.

£8, 6 Burlington Gardens, W1S 3ET, 020 7300 8000 (royalacademy.org.uk)

£9.50, 13 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1A 1AA 020 7766 7300 (royalcollection.org.uk)

Image / Royal Collection Trust / © 2013, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

Until 25 August

FANATICAL ABOUT FRINGE Camden’s first fringe festival back in 2006 saw 57 performances treading the boards at a single venue. Now, seven years on, the festival has grown in size and reputation, attracting more than 180 different productions to the stage this summer at venues across the borough. Enjoy an evening of entertainment from such acts as Erich McElroy, Not the Brontes or Natalie Gray, in her intriguingly named show Death by Karaoke.

£5-£12.50 (camdenfringe.com)

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CafĂŠ Crawl As the season calls for a picnic at Richmond Park, Lulu Rumsey locates the best places to fill your hamper

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Dolce Crema Where? 3 The Broadway, White Hart Lane, Barnes, SW13 0NY (dolcecrema.co.uk) Why? This is a stop best made after you’ve had your fill of the picnic basket – nothing beats a slow amble home, after soaking up the sunny outdoor atmosphere of London in the heat of summer, with an ice cream in hand.

Don’t leave without: a scoop of homemade Italian gelato, of course. If you’re not tempted, Dolce Crema also does pastries and fresh fruit smoothies.

Where? 410 Richmond Road Twickenham, TW1 2EB (laboulangere.co.uk) Why? Credit where credit’s due, few will argue against the notion that the French do pastries better than anywhere else in the world. Thanks to this family-run bakery, picnickers can get authentic French croissants between their paws without actually stepping out of the home patch. Le bon vivant (the good life) is the motto of the shop and is reflected throughout, from the palmiers and tart aux pommes, to the chocolate éclairs and the crumbling pastry of the intricately stacked mille-feuille.

Don’t leave without: learning about the ultra convenient SMS ordering system.

Next time you can text in advance and then swoop in to pick up your order.

Taylor St Baristas Where? Unit 3, Westminster House Kew Road, Richmond, TW9 2ND (taylor-st.com) Why? Swapping weak, grainy imitations of the art of great coffee for the steaming real thing, Taylor St Baristas isn’t so much a deli stop as an allimportant coffee break to fuel the day of eating ahead. There’s also plenty of cakes, biscuits and slices, as well as savoury nibbles, to fill your hamper.

Don’t leave without: looking up from your frothy, prettily adorned espresso to take in another art form around you; Taylor St Baristas also houses exhibitions by emerging artists and photographers from across the world.

Spoonful Café Where? 174 Castelnau Barnes

La Bottega del Pane Where? 171 Kingston Road Wimbledon, SW19 1LH (labottegadelpane.co.uk) Why? Amiable proprietor Rocco looms chummily over new arrivals at this understated delicatessen, which sits on a busy main road, but where calmness reigns supreme as soon as the door closes behind you. Everything is authentically Italian, from the hunks of salami and bresaola, to the slabs of cheese and indulgent pastries, chocolates and iced confectioneries. Fresh loaves of homemade bread (the Altamira variety is a speciality) are also a highlight.

Don’t leave without: La Bottega del Pane is renowned for its impressive chocolate sculptures, but if you’re not up for heavy lifting you can still sate a sweet tooth with one of Rocco’s assortment of truffles, glittering macaroons, and other sweet treats on offer.

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SW13 9DH (spoonfulbarnes.wordpress.com) Why? Few places can claim to have replicated what Spoonful has so effortlessly perfected – quality ingredients and ready-prepared goodies, all presented in an atmosphere that’s utterly devoid of pretension, so that the focus is where it should be: on the food. It’s an enticing jumble of fresh fruit and veg, richly flavoured charcuterie and amaretto macaroons.

Don’t leave without: one of owner Fabrice’s all-basescovered, quality hampers.

The Bread Shop Where? 5 The Quadrant, Richmond TW9 1BP (breadshop.co.uk) Why? Spelt, a high-fibre, protein-rich and lowgluten grain, reigns supreme at The Bread Shop. Making its mark in the shop’s array of freshly baked breads, rolls and pastries, the presence of spelt is an allure to the health conscious but for those less inclined there’s plenty to make a trip worthwhile: enter apple Danishes, double chocolate brownies and the vanilla spritzcake.

Don’t leave without: said sweet treats in hand, ready to beat off a 3 o’clock slump.

Valentina Teddington Cheese Where? 42 Station Road, Teddington TW11 9AA (teddingtoncheese.co.uk) Why? Because it would be sacrilege to have a picnic without cheese and, for the vegetarians among your group, it makes a great alternative to the many meats already in the basket.

Don’t leave without: cheese!

Teddington Cheese offers around 130 different varieties of the stuff – covering all nationalities, climates and tastes – so you’d be hard pushed to leave without falling for one of them.

The Farmery Where? 49 The Quadrant, Richmond TW9 1DN (thefarmery.co.uk)

Why? New to Richmond’s food scene, The Farmery does stiff peaks of frozen yoghurt (you can either go natural or be more adventurous and opt for wild strawberry or salted caramel) capped with toppling heaps of fresh fruit or confectionery.

Decadently indulgent waffles are also on the cards.

Don’t leave without: trying one of the more creative options on the ‘Best of British’ yoghurt menu (we’re pining for Victoria Sandwich).

Food on the Hill Where? 23 Friars Stile Road Richmond, TW10 6NH (foodonthehill.net) Why? An eight-foot wall of awards adds credibility to Food on the Hill’s respectable claim to the best-pie-in-town crown. On summer weekends, Food on the Hill, comprising a neighbouring deli (A Cena on the Hill) and butchers (The Village Butcher), also does barbecues.

Don’t leave without: one of its aforementioned, deliciously meaty, famed pastry parcels.

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Where? 75 Upper Richmond Road Putney, SW15 2SR (valentinafinefoods.com) Why? Far more than just a deli, eager beavers should be on guard against overfilling their baskets at Valentina, where alongside fresh groceries, hams, salamis, cheeses and antipasti lies an exhaustive selection of what we can only imagine to be the hallmarks of larders up and down the length of Italy. Valentina began as, and remains, a close-knit family business (recipes on the menu here have all stood the test of time) – in this branch third-generation family member and veritable wine expert Fabio presides.

Don’t leave without: sampling the Putney branch’s unique Spuntino menu, which features Italian tapassized dishes, ideal for the curious among you to nibble on while your order is packed up.

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Horlicks

goes to Hollywood In the latest move of her career (defined by meteoric rises, and one very public fall), Nicola Horlick has swapped the boardroom for the green room. Lulu Rumsey meets Barnes’ latest blockbuster

Illustration / Russ Tudor

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investment. In hazy visions of the future she dreams of cross the table is no ‘superwoman’. Jetlagged reinventing the company as a mini film studio. after another long-haul flight to LA as part of Like a canny chameleon, she’s neatly swapped a her latest role in film development, any mention picked-upon position in front of the lens to one that’s of the nickname makes Nicola visibly bristle. behind it. She’d flitted through the camera’s viewpoint Dare label Nicola Horlick with the tabloid byword before, during her much documented blow-up with former that has haunted her since 1997, tinged as it is with the employer investment bank Deutsche Morgan Grenfell, media’s very particular yet hopelessly unsubtle brush of every twist and turn of which was followed avidly by the sexism, and she’ll groan: ‘It’s so ridiculous. In my life flurry of press camped out on her doorstep, an element I’ve always been able to afford the best childcare – I’ve she derides to this day as ‘highly bizarre.’ had nannies, PAs, a housekeeper. So to suggest I’m a The Deutsche Morgan Grenfell debacle back in 1997, superwoman is rubbish. and the image of a fuming Nicola storming through ‘The woman whose husband’s left her, who lives at Frankfurt airport en route to Deutsche Bank, with 40 the top of a tower block with no lift, with three young journalists in tow, put her on the map. ‘I was really angry. children she works day and night to feed… she’s the It was a very female response; perhaps a man would have superwoman, not me.’

She is, though, a rarity. Exasperatingly few women rise gone home and waited for the phone to ring, but I felt that what they’d done was wrong and I wanted to tell them.’ through the male-dominated ranks of the City’s heaving They had muscled her out as Head of Asset Square Mile to occupy the CEO’s seat at a multinational, Management at the firm, based on groundless rumours globally successful gamut of companies. And of that that she planned to defect with her team to another bank. number, even fewer rise in the ranks with six kids in tow.

In the tumultuous days where she faced a showdown with The despised superwoman moniker was bestowed her former employers, one of the accusations levied at her on her almost entirely through fault of her gender. ‘No was her absence from her desk, during a difficult period one ever called Tim [her ex-husband] superman. And for her daughter Georgina [who died of leukaemia aged you’d certainly never read an article about a male banker 12 in 1998, after a 10-year battle]. commenting on what he’s wearing.’

Needless to say, she stands by her theory that women But far from panning the City skyscrapers where with children are simply not on a level playing field in the she made her name, it’s the media that Nicola identifies workplace. ‘Childcare is still a major issue,’ she ruminates. as inherently sexist. In the workplace, she says, she Hers is a face that bestows encountered very little in credence on the old adage the way of sexism. ‘to light up’ whenever the So what does she, from My father believed turns to her children; such an impressive vantage in me so much. He made me think topic motherhood is clearly her point, think of the low I could do whatever I wanted most prized role of all. number of women working We’re meeting in in finance? ‘When I Georgina’s, Nicola’s restaurant, which is named after and worked in the City, I used to recruit equal numbers of men acts as a testament to her late daughter. ‘During the last and women, but after three years the women would leave. year of her life, a lot of the time she couldn’t eat. It sounds I couldn’t make them like their jobs – they were simply a bit like torture but we would spend a lot of time talking drawn to other industries.’ about how we were going to open a restaurant and fill it She doesn’t endorse positive discrimination – ‘hiring with all her favourite foods,’ she recounts, grief buried women for the sake of being women’ – but she believes stoically away from prying eyes. ‘I promised her that attitudes must change, beginning with the attitudes of whatever happened, we were going to have this restaurant.’ women themselves. ‘Women don’t put themselves forward Georgina’s is exactly the type of fantasy escape you can as much as men; they’re not as confident and they’re more imagine dreaming up from the surrounds of a hospital bed. deferential. It drives me crazy.’ Warmly, Nicola credits her It’s a welcoming all-day spot on Barnes High Street, decked father with instilling the confidence that has eluded so out in pastel hues and dainty white furnishings, with cheery many of her female peers. ‘My father believed in me so staff that attract happy families of content eaters, while the much. He made me think I could do whatever I wanted.’ appetising noise of chefs at work fills the background.

To say she has a number of strings to her bow seems Nicola’s career path, and indeed the rest of her life, has like an understatement. Nicola’s career achievements are always followed a fickle road between determination and so personally ingrained in her that it seems inaccurate to circumstance. She credits the breakthrough of her rising reel them off as accessories she has picked up. She still star at Deutsche Morgan Grenfell with the moment a senior sits as chairman at Rockpool Investments, but her latest member of staff asked her to fetch a piece of paper from a incarnation is in films. department four floors down (‘He asked me to work for him ‘I looked at the film industry and thought “it must be because I’d fetched it so quickly; from there, I became the possible to make money out of it”,’ she reasons. The first youngest director at 28, all because I got a piece of paper’). stab saw her create a fund, Resonant Music, which acquires It can’t just have been that I laugh, but she’s not the rights for films’ music scores, including The King’s budging. ‘When I first came to the City, I had no idea Speech, The Woman in Black and Drive. about it. But it turned out that I’d fallen into something I As it has seemed to at virtually every corner of her was really good at. I fell on my feet.’ And that was that. n professional path, success bestowed a mighty grin upon Nicola once more. Producers hollered at her, asking her to go into film development, and Derby Street Films was 56 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LF, 020 8166 5559 born in 2010. It’s morphed into three funds, with the (georginasrestaurants.co.uk) To learn more about Nicola’s third instalment, Derby Street Films 3, currently attracting cinematic ventures, go to derbystreetfilms.co.uk - 21 -

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HEALTH & BEAUTY What SUP? More often seen riding the waves in sunnier climates, the sport of paddleboarding has developed a cult following amongst energetic Londoners looking for a thalassic alternative to laps around the Royal Parks. Active 360, stationed under the arches of Kew Bridge, specialises in stand-up paddleboarding (otherwise known as SUP) which although giving the outwards appearance of a balancing nightmare is surprisingly easy to pick up after a few slips and slides. Lessons take their cue from the turn of the tide but usually involve a cruise towards Richmond and Putney, and all routes offer fantastic views of the city, from an underrated vantage point.

Brentford Boating Arch, Kew Bridge Arches, W4 3NG 020 3393 5360 (active360.co.uk)

Firm Up We’re not total hypocrites, and there’s no such thing as an easy shortcut to the physical prowess that the exercises on this page will afford you, but sometimes it’s useful to carry something else up your sleeve. Enter, Estelle & Thild’s latest concoction, a deliciously floral, violet-scented Firming Lotion that battles the threat of cellulite with eco-organic ingredients.

Firming Lotion Violet, £33 (urbanretreat.co.uk)

Reform your life

Pedal Power

An introduction to the Reformer Pilates Carriage (springs, levers, accessories and all) has been known to induce an early wave of daunted panic in newcomers, but you can seek solace in the knowledge that when you’re working with such awe-inspiring machinery, you must be doing something that’s good for you. Under the eye of founder and Pilates devotee Lisa Lamberti, The Pilates Clinic holds schooling at all levels, with instructors on hand to give you an education in the intriguing art of the Reformer. Challenging, but well worth it for toning muscles and improving posture.

Last year’s slew of Olympic gold medals propelled cycling to the top of many people’s exercise to-do lists, but the craze for what’s surely the most convenient of sports isn’t for no good reason. Minus the high impact of running, and easy to slip into a daily routine, cycling is a first choice for many hoping to ease themselves into a workout routine. For those looking to edge in on the action, Pedal Studio runs spinning classes across a range of intensities, designed to suit the newbies and dedicated riders alike.

2nd Floor, 7 Elm Grove, SW19 4HE 020 8947 8601 (thepilatesclinic.com)

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The nails have it

The secret to sun-kissed skin Our selection of the very best tan-enhancing products to keep you glowing all summer long

The Residents’ Journal chases the summer on Barnes High Street Xen-Tan Face Tanner, £20 Space NK (uk.spacenk.com)

Daily Bronze Moisturizing Emulsion £31.50, Shiseido (houseoffraser.co.uk)

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ormerly solely a source of chic, luxury swimwear, B London Boutique has spread its wings of late, transforming its previously unexplored upstairs realms and launching a beauty salon. The Barnes High Street bikini mecca now offers treatments geared towards ensuring that the fashion-forward wearers of the selection of designer holiday wear it stocks are completely prepped for the sands of coasts afar.

When I visited B London Boutique, London was still heaving in its very welcome yet utterly ill-suited heatwave – a reason to justify any means whatsoever to alleviate the discomfort of a badly air-conditioned city.

B London Boutique’s spa menu is an enticing list of beauty therapies, from treatments for hands and feet and hair removal to Eve Lom facials and aromatherapy all-body massages. In addition, specialised packages are available that combine two or more treatments geared towards the lucky receiver in question, and include the ‘Yummy Mummy’ (luxury pedicure plus the Eve Lom

Ultimate Facial) and ‘Maintenance’ (half-leg wax, normal bikini wax, eyebrow shape plus nail shape and varnish) – if you know anyone capable of registering a hint, these would make an excellent gift.

I’m here for a Luxury Manicure, which takes place in the cutesy, flamingo-embellished, sunlight-streaming-in surrounds of the newly rolled-out beauty room. Nails seem to be an area of particular expertise for B London Boutique, as there’re countless treatments for pampering fingertips available, including Shellac and Gel applications.

The beauty therapist attending the sacrilege that is my long-overlooked cuticles is quick getting to work, removing all trace of my shameful self-maintenance laziness and transforming my nails with the sharp end of a nail file and a few neatly perfected sweeps of a Mediterranean shade of OPI polish.

I’d forgotten how instantly gratifying, irresistibly easily achieved, a manicure can be. As I write, three days later, the skill of its application has meant it’s yet to chip – proof to me, every time I cast my eyes over my nails that I really must make an appointment to return. n

Self-tan Back Applicator £12.99 Famous Dave’s (boots.com)

Skinsheen Leg Spray, £21.50, M.A.C (debenhams.com)

Deep Moisture Therapy £69.50 Perricone MD (uk.spacenk.com)

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THE PLAYGROUND A round-up of summer holiday pastimes in the area

Sew Pretty Proving that the recent return to popularity of the needle and thread duo isn’t just an inclination for adults, Wimbledon’s Sew Pretty is preparing to launch creative classes for kids aged six and over this August. Young ones anxious for a creative outlet during the interminable hours of summer can get a grasp on stitching, darning and crafty needlework during the three-hour sessions.

£20 (one day) or £50 (three days). Classes are held from 9.30am12.30pm every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 14-30 August Email bookings@sewpretty.me.uk to book. 377 Wimbledon Park Road SW19 3AT, 07903 681 552 (sewpretty.me.uk)

Tweet Tweet French author and illustrator Claude Ponti has turned his pen from paper to Petit Bateau, with the results etched across the label’s latest summer collection. Each item in the range of quality basics bears a yellow, feathered stamp of approval from the chicks of Ponti’s popular Mille Secrets de Poussin.

61 High Street, Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE (petit-bateau.co.uk)

Fit for an Emperor For two days only, Scene Changers Arts will stage its own spin on the Hans Christian Andersen classic The Emperor’s New Clothes. The tale, which will be performed through innovative physical theatre at Merton’s Colour House Theatre, explores powers of persuasion and the foolish vanity of the emperor and his subjects.

£6 (£3 concessions) 6 & 10 August, Merton Abbey Mills, SW19 2RD, 020 8542 5511 (colourhousetheatre.co.uk)

Three Colours The latest play from Wimbledon’s Polka Theatre invites young audiences to explore the vibrantly colourful world in which they live. Three Colours is an interactive performance that uses projections, puppets and the power of imagination to engage little ones in a truly spectacular conjured reality.

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Parent Trap: Nappy Valley Net Richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the three years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, unleashed it, with more than 80,000 visits to the site. An invaluable tool for parents in south west London who are seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site

Hi, After seven weeks of trying to breastfeed, during which it was a stressful and painful experience, I made the agonising decision to stop. I now have feelings of guilt and real shame when I’m out and about and feeding him; and intense jealousy at my friends who have little or no problems breastfeeding. Any support or words of wisdom to help me get through this would be greatly appreciated. I feel like a failure and just so sad!

Re: Sad after stopping breastfeeding, need support /to share

Give yourself a pat on the back for trying then focus on you and your little one. Don’t let anyone make you feel bad about this.

Sending you a virtual hug!

Sat Jun 29, 2013 9:01 pm It’s ok and completely normal to feel sad about stopping breastfeeding, whether you stop at six weeks or six months.

It’s completely natural and a basic human instinct to want to nurture your child and there are so many emotions involved.

Don’t beat yourself up about it, take care of yourself!

Should my neighbour clean my car?

My neighbour, whom I normally get on with, is having a lot of building work done at the moment.

As his builders change skips, a massive cloud of dust floats down the street and my car ends up a filthy mess.

Should I be asking him or his builders to wash it?

Advice please!

Sat Jun 29, 2013 8:40 am Re: Should my neighbour clean my car?

You poor thing, it sounds like you have been through a really tough time.

The most important thing is that you are healthy and strong enough to look after your precious new baby. If you keep getting sick and stressed over breastfeeding, that is not the best thing for your little one, so it sounds like it was best that you stopped.

As a new mum, it is possible to be too hard on yourself over everything, so please, please go easy on yourself.

You might regret having the builders wash it if it means a bucket of dirty water and dirty sponge scouring the dust into your car’s paintwork.

Sat Jun 29, 2013 12:14 pm

Sun Jun 30, 2013 12:49 pm

So sorry to hear that you have had such a tough time and are feeling like this.

I wasn’t able to breastfeed and after battling for weeks I introduced formula milk. By the time he was 12 weeks, my son was 100 per cent formula-fed and he is a very healthy little chap.

That is a pain, but I would just move the car further away.

We were a bit miffed when our neighbours’ decorator cleaned his brushes in the trees and flicked paint water all over our car! Fortunately it came off but made us wary of parking anywhere near renovation work.

Sun Jun 30, 2013 11:40 am

Puppets Ahoy The Puppet Theatre Barge will sail downstream this summer in preparation for a season of theatricality while moored along the banks of Richmond Upon Thames. Until the end of September, the barge will host a repertoire of entertaining re-enactments of familiar favourites, such as The Three Pigs and the Wolf and The Hare and the Tortoise.

The Three Pigs and the Wolf runs daily at 2.30pm until 11 August. The Hare and the Tortoise (and other Aesop’s fables) runs daily at 2.30pm from 14 August to 1 September (except 21 August, at 2pm), with further weekends in September, 020 7249 6876 (puppetbarge.com) - 25 -

Words / Emily Toad

All threads from NappyValleyNet.com; users’ names have been omitted to protect individuals identities and although opinions have not been altered, posts have been edited into line with the Residents’ Journal house style

Sad after stopping breastfeeding

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White Hyacinth Bunch from An Angel at my Table, £14

(anangelatmytable.com) Barlow Tyrie Sail Round Parasol 290cm, from John Lewis, £760

(johnlewis.com)

LSA Storm Lamp, from House of Fraser, £46 (houseoffraser.co.uk)

Ittala Essense Cocktail Bowls (set of two), from Occa Home, £22

(occa-home.co.uk)

Rattan Deep Carry for Cutlery from OKA, £49 (okadirect.com)

Party in the

Garden Here’s hoping for a summer of alfresco soirées

Knoll Bertoia Chair, from Couch Potato, £636(couchpotatocompany.com)

Angie Lewin Deckchair, from Royal Parks Foundation, £100

(supporttheroyalparks.org)

Scallop Edge Swimming Fish Tray, from Mint Source, £34.95

(mintsource.com)

Acapulco Chair, from Barbed £365(barbed.co.uk)

Barlow Tyrie Kirar Modular Outdoor Corner Unit from John Lewis, £1,040

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THE CLASSROOM A focus on educational news and events across the area

Short Workshops 13-15 August Two hours for young ones to unleash their artistic potential with drawing and crafts.

The students of Richmond Upon Thames College during their visit to France

A Fine Pair

£10.60 per workshop (materials included) 10am-12pm (4-7 years) and 2pm-4pm (7-10 years) Book online at richmond.gov.uk

Rising Star

Richmond Upon Thames College has met its match – across the Channel.

A-level and IB students at the college recently returned from a trip to France, following the school’s twinning with Lycée Blanche de Castille in Fontainebleau (Richmond’s twin town).

As well as copious time spent practising the language and sampling the famed French cuisine, highlights of the overseas excursion included the Musée d’Orsay, the Palace of Versailles and a trail through the Parisian district of Montmartre.

Fresh from the successes of a bumper first year, Little Star Writing is celebrating again following the launch of its first author event with Darcy Burdock author, Laura Dockrill (who has been earmarked by The Times as one of the Top 10 Literary Talents). The ball is continuing to roll for the popular writing workshop, which has just launched its Transition Workshops (three-hour intensive sessions designed to help Year Six students with the sometimes tricky elevation towards secondary school), as well as one-to-one tuition (held throughout the summer holidays) and party workshops, which emphasise the fun factor behind creative writing.

Egerton Road, TW2 7SJ (rutc.ac.uk) For prices, venue and timings, go to littlestarwriting.com

Summer Holiday Fun 16 August Felt-Making Workshop A chance for four to five year olds to get creative with artist Dawn Smithers.

10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm Book online at richmond.gov.uk

Author Laura Dockrill meets students of Trafalgar School, Twickenham

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Planning & Development Planning Applications Date registered: 11 July Address: Bathgate Road Proposal: Application for substantial demolition of existing house, involving retention of part of front and side elevations and rebuilding with alterations and extensions Date registered: 9 July Address: Burghley Road Proposal: Demolition of existing shed and erection of split level shed incorporating the excavation of new concrete basement level for storage Date registered: 8 July Address: Campbell Close Proposal: Single-storey rear extension and front porch extension

Next stop, Raynes Park?

Merton Council received a formal application last month from clothing and lifestyle High Street giant Next, which details the multinational company’s plans to build a new 6,000 sq. ft. retail store on Bushey Road. The plan proposes the demolition of the existing office buildings on the Raynes Park site, followed by the subsequent building of a three-floor store, which will include a car park and a café. The development brings good news to those who have watched the site remain mostly empty since the former occupants exited the building in 2009.

Date registered: 5 July Address: Somerset Road Proposal: Lime tree to have high lateral branches reduced back by approximately two metres to provide clearance to flats; cypress tree to have two lowest lateral branches cut back to main stem

(next.co.uk)

Planned roadworks and closures in and around August STREET

PLANNED WORK

DATES

WORKS OWNER

Denmark Avenue, Wimbledon

Main clamp (0-6 inches) in carriageway

1-5 August

Thames Water 0845 9200 800

Withycombe Road, Putney

Carriageway resurfacing

12-20 August

Wandsworth Council 020 8871 6000

Putney Hill, Putney

Modernisation of existing traffic signals incorporating Until 18 civils works and signal installation works September

Transport for London 0845 305 1234

Washington Road, Barnes

Service upgrade – excavate and expose main cable for an upgrade of an electricity supply

Until 6 August

UKPN East & Lon Ltd 0800 028 4587

Friars Stile Road, Richmond

Carry out footway patching works

12-23 August

Richmond Upon Thames Council 020 8891 1411

Lower George Street, Richmond

Reinstate York stone paving following development of Whole Foods shop

19 August-2 September

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PROPERTY WATCH Experts share their invaluable knowledge and shine a light on local property news and developments

The sky’s the limit Record price achieved in 2013 for Savills lettings in Putney

Rossdale Road, SW15, £5,950 per month

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he Savills Putney office has achieved a record price this year for a house in Roedean Crescent, SW15. Let for £18,000 per calendar month, the six-bedroom home comes with an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, gym, a large garden and off-street parking. Roedean Crescent is a sought-after enclave of large detached houses, close to Richmond Park and well situated for excellent schools with The Roehampton Club and Bank of England Sports Club nearby.

Spectacular six-bedroom Roedean Crescent, SW15, let for £18,000pcm

Savills research forecast rents in Putney to rise by a significant 26.4 per cent over the next five years. Historically, rents in the area have risen by 2.5 per cent, however the area is set to benefit from increasing popularity as more people realise the value for money offered there in comparison to prime central London. Over the past five years, 53 per cent of tenants have been from overseas, and this figure is set to rise.

Road, SW15, with an amazing west-facing garden and great entertaining space.’

The Savills Putney, Barnes, Wimbledon and Richmond offices have all reported a successful year to date and are achieving 96.2 per cent of the asking price. On average, throughout the region, properties are achieving £34.52 per square foot, a marked increase in price in comparison to last year, where the average was £29.21 per square foot.

Richard Hole, head of Savills Putney Lettings, comments: Swimming pool at Roedean Crescent ‘In the past few months we have let properties Angharad Gabriel, head of Savills south to tenants from Germany, Sweden, Italy, the west London lettings, comments: Middle East, America and Spain. Rents are certainly on the rise and ‘All of the offices have achieved high-level rents so far this year, with we have seen increasing interest from corporate tenants relocating significant demand in the market from UK tenants, foreign nationals to London from the commodity and financial services sectors. This and corporate relocations. The market in south west London is house on Roedean Crescent is a fantastic example of this and has becoming increasingly competitive with many properties being let on set record rental prices for the area in 2013. We are lucky to be first viewing or leading to competitive bidding between tenants.’ n entering the busy autumn market with some fantastic properties Savills Putney, 020 8780 9900 (savills.co.uk) on our books, including a five-bedroom family house on Rossdale - 30 -

Richmond beckons Three beautiful properties currently for sale with Knight Frank Richmond

Percy Lodge, SW14 Guide price: £10,950,000 Freehold

Montague Road, Richmond, TW10 Guide price: £1,750,000 Freehold

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he Hermitage sits prettily on the lower slopes of leafy Richmond Hill. A stone’s throw from Richmond’s most useful amenities, including Richmond Station, Richmond Bridge and several schools, such as the Old Vicarage School and Kings House School, the expansive period house is stretched across four floors.

Recently refurbished and decorated to a high standard, it encompasses five generously sized bedrooms (the fifth of which could be used as a study if required). Elements of the property’s heritage past are evident in the notable period features, such as its high ceilings, large sash windows and feature fireplaces. The rest of the property incorporates spacious family living space, two reception rooms, three bath/shower rooms, a utility room, cloakroom and private parking. The owners will particularly enjoy the west-facing landscaped patio and garden.

Nearby to Richmond Park and the river lies Knight Frank’s second property, a delightful three bedroom semi-detached house on Richmond’s prestigious Montague Road. The characterful two floor home comprises of an inviting entrance hall, formal dining room, welcoming reception room and conservatory with doors leading enticingly out into the patio area. Natural light floods

The Hermitage, Richmond, TW10 Guide price: £2,295,000 Freehold

the kitchen/breakfast room, which benefits from access to the gardens. The outdoor space calls out for a green-fingered resident: it contains exotic plants and flowers sourced from across the globe, as well as a Hartley Botanic green house and brick shed. Drivers can enjoy street parking, available at the front of the house.

The last in the trio is a fantastic ode to the splendour of days gone by. Former Georgian hunting lodge Percy Lodge contains four floors and covers an area of more than 6,000 sq. ft. An impressively decadent drawing room (in former days, a ballroom) features ornate cornicing and a majestic fireplace. The current owner reveals that Her Majesty The Queen has been a guest at Percy Lodge, taking lunch with the Marquess of Hartington when she lived there. Princess Margaret also graced the ballroom dancefloor of the home. Both the drawing room and formal dining room are entered via unique doors, which were gifts from former British Prime Minister Spencer Perceval. A pillared veranda provides the ideal spot to while away a summer evening, with excellent views of the surrounding grounds. This seven bedroom, five bathroom house also benefits from a self-contained apartment, on the first floor. The basement of the property boasts a play room, utility room, dark room and TV/media room. Within the extensive grounds are stables, garage and plenty of room for off-street parking. n

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Hampton Spring, George Road Robert Holmes & Co presents a majestic and expansive Edwardian residence on the private Coombe Hill Estate

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rguably one of the most impressive properties to grace Coombe Hill Estate, the extraordinary Hampton Spring sits resplendently among lawned terraces. Within this extensive outdoor space are two entities that embody the property’s two allegiances to both modern luxury and period heritage: a Tudor Conduit House (believed to have been built by Cardinal Wolsey in 1520, with his initials on display on the eastern wall) and a 14m heated swimming pool, changing room and summer house.

Inside, Hampton Spring constitutes a maze of interior excellence. The expansive ground floor holds six reception rooms, including a sitting room, drawing room, formal dining room and a family room, which features an appealing, orangerystyle extension. Each of these spaces overlooks the beautiful south-facing gardens, enticing occupants to walk along the York paved pathways and explore. The fully-fitted kitchen (which includes twin ovens and dishwashers) adjoins a bright and

spacious breakfast room, ideal for morning convening.

The house boasts eight principle bedrooms, including a master bedroom which opens into an accompanying dressing room, en suite bathroom and sitting room. Two other bedrooms have their own en suite bathrooms. On the first floor, there also lies an annexe section (reached by a separate staircase), featuring a bedroom, reception room and bathroom.

Aspiring golfers will relish the property’s adjacent location to Coombe Wood Golf Course, and outdoorsy types can enjoy the close proximity to Richmond Park. Families should note that the surrounding area is home to several first class schools, including Marymount International School, Holy Cross and King’s College School in Wimbledon. n

Viewing by appointment through Robert Holmes & Co 020 8947 9833 (robertholmes.co.uk)

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Your local agents A selection of the areas top estate agents

Coombe Residential 259 Coombe Lane Wimbledon SW20 0RH 0208 947 9393 coomberesidential.com

East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8AG 020 8454 7247 (sales) 020 8936 3028 (lettings)

Robert Holmes & Co Willow House 35 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes)

Barnes 67 Barnes High Street SW13 9LD 020 8658 7344 (sales) 020 8970 7895 (lettings)

11-13 Church Road Wimbledon SW19 5DW 020 8879 9669 (lettings) robertholmes.co.uk Fine & Country Hampton Wick 83 High Street Hampton Wick Kingston upon Thames KT1 4DG 020 3397 1199 Teddington 9 Broad Street Teddington Middlesex TW11 8QZ 020 3397 1199 Wimbledon 360 Coombe Lane SW20 0RJ 020 3397 1199 fineandcountry.co.uk

Milestone Residential 43 High Street Teddington Middlesex TW11 8HB 020 8977 1166 milestoneresidential.com

Teddington 164 High Street Teddington TW11 8HU 020 8970 7902 (sales) 020 8970 7906 (lettings) hamptons.co.uk

Knight Frank Esher The Old Post House, High Street Esher, Surrey, KT10 9QA 01372 464496

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Richmond 5 Duke Street Richmond upon Thames, TW9 1HP 020 8939 2800 Wimbledon 81 High Street, Wimbledon SW19 5EG 020 8946 0026 knightfrank.co.uk

Hamptons Richmond 8 The Quadrant, Richmond Surrey TW9 1BP 02084547251 (sales) 02084547261 (lettings)

Robert Holmes & Co, ÂŁ4,250,000 Wimbledon Village, 020 8947 9833

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Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LN 020 8939 6900 Putney 198 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8780 9900 Richmond 40 - 42 Hill Rise, TW10 6UA 020 8614 9100 Wimbledon 1 High Street, SW19 5DX 020 8971 8111 savills.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

Lifesavers Councils

Vets and pets

Doctor

Solicitor

Merton Council London Borough of Merton Civic Centre London Road, SM4 5DX 020 8274 4901 merton.gov.uk (Large or Bulky Household waste collection, Merton Council: 020 8274 4902)

M.A. Dog Training and Services 07547 716076 madogtraining@gmail.com madogtrainingandservices.co.uk

Coombe Medical Practice 13 Brook Gardens Kingston upon Thames KT2 7ET 020 8605 0044 coombemedicalpractice.co.uk

Dixon Ward 16 The Green, TW9 1QD 020 8940 4051 dixon-ward.co.uk

Richmond Council Civic Centre 44 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3BZ 0845 6122 660 richmond.gov.uk

Post Office Church Road 96 Church Road, SW13 0DQ Danebury Avenue 31a Danebury Avenue SW15 4DG East Sheen 234 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG Haydons Road 317 Haydons Road, SW19 8TX 020 8542 1802 Raynes Park 1a Amity Grove, SW20 0LL Richmond 16-17 George Street, TW9 1JS postoffice.co.uk

Richmond Vets 161 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PN 020 8940 1090 richmondvets.co.uk The Vet on Richmond Hill 38 Friars Stile Road Richmond TW10 6NQ 020 8948 3737 thevetonrichmondhill.com

Dentist

Richmond Practice Mount Ararat Road (Corner Paradise Road) Richmond, TW10 6PA 020 8940 5009 richmondpractice.co.uk Seymour House Surgery 154 Sheen Road Richmond, TW9 1UU 020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk

Arthur Road Dental Practice 172 Arthur Road Wimbledon SW19 8AQ 020 8946 2646 dentistsw19.com

Sheen Lane Health Centre Sheen Lane, SW14 8LP 020 8876 3901 sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk

Roseneath Dental Care Corner of Mount Ararat & Paradise Road Richmond TW10 6PA 020 8940 9955 roseneath.co.uk

David Clulow Opticians 5 George Street Richmond, TW9 1JY 020 8332 0345 davidclulow.com

Stephen Powell Orthodontics 2a Barham Road Wimbledon, SW20 0EU 020 8946 3064 orthodontist-wimbledon.co.uk

Riverside Cars 368 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 7JU 020 8878 7777 riverside-cars.com

Opticians

Courier

Russell-Cooke Solicitors 2 Putney Hill, SW15 6AB 020 8789 9111 russell-cooke.co.uk

Cleaner American Dry Cleaners 5 Royal Parade Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3QD 020 8332 1364 americandrycleaningcompany.com Bright And Sparkling 113 Harbridge Avenue, SW15 4HA 07717 307095 bright-and-sparkling.co.uk Mariya Cleaning Services The Grove, Saint Margaret’s Road Twickenham, TW1 1RB 07952 408209

Motoring Auto Diagnostic Centre Rear of 129 Kingsway Mortlake, SW14 7HN 020 8878 6086 autodiagnosticcentre.co.uk West Motor Company 4 Castelnau, SW13 9RU 020 8748 8844 westmotorcompany.co.uk

EDUCATION Holy Cross 25 Sandal Road New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR 020 8395 4225 holycross.kingston.sch.uk

Rokeby School George Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7PB 020 8942 2247 rokebyschool.co.uk

Ibstock Place School (Pre-preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School: ages 3-18) Clarence Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5PY 020 8876 9991 ibstockplaceschool.co.uk - 34 -

home & Culture Architects

Antiques

Andrew Catto Architects 154 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS 020 8785 0077 andrewcatto.co.uk

The Dining Room Shop 62 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 0PZ 020 8878 1020 thediningroomshop.co.uk

Bob Trimble Architects 36 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3LJ 020 8538 9303 trimblearchitect.co.uk GPS Architects 14 The Green Richmond, TW9 1PX 020 8940 8244 gpsarchitects.co.uk Holden Harper 26 High Street, Wimbledon SW19 5BY 020 8879 0310 holdenharper.co.uk

Regallis Associates ‘A south west London staple which has delivered bespoke architectural designs to suit conversions, extensions or complete refurbishments since 2003’ The Mews 12 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1JP 020 7384 2228 regallis.co.uk

Langdon Down Museum of Learning Disability The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS 0333 1212 300 langdondownmuseum.org.uk Orleans House Gallery Riverside Twickenham TW1 3DJ 020 8831 6000

The Gooday Gallery 14 Richmond Hill Richmond TW10 6QX 020 8940 8652 thegoodaygallery.com

Museums/Galleries Henry Boxer Gallery (visits by appointment only) 98 Stuart Court Richmond Hill TW10 6RJ 020 8948 1633 outsiderart.co.uk

Richmond Hill Gallery 26 Richmond Hill Richmond, TW10 6QX 020 8940 5152 therichmondhillgallery.com Riverside Gallery 36 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LP 020 8878 0040 riversidegallery.co.uk Strawberry Hill House (Horace Walpole’s Gothic Castle) 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST 020 8744 1241 strawberryhillhouse.org.uk

Lacy Road Gallery 30 Lacy Road SW15 1NL 020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk

The Architect’s Gallery The Powder Rooms 69-71 Broad Street Teddington TW11 8QZ 020 8977 6999 thearchitectsgallery.com

Landmark Art Gallery Landmark Arts Centre Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 020 8977 7558 landmarkartscentre.org

The Museum of Richmond Old Town Hall Whittaker Avenue, Richmond TW9 1TP, 020 8322 1141 museumofrichmond.com The Russell Gallery 12 Lower Richmond Road Putney, SW15 1JP 020 8780 5228 russell-gallery.com The Twickenham Museum 25 The Embankment Twickenham Middlesex, TW1 3DU 020 8408 0070 twickenham-museum.org.uk Will’s Art Warehouse 180 Lower Richmond Road Putney Common SW15 1LY 020 8246 4840 wills-art.com Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Church Road Wimbledon, SW19 5AE 020 8946 6131 Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill Road Wimbledon Common SW19 5NR 020 8947 2825 wimbledonwindmill.org.uk

entertainment Theatres Langdon Down Centre The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS 020 8614 5100 langdondowncentre.org.uk New Wimbledon Theatre The Broadway Wimbledon SW19 1QG 020 8545 7900 Orange Tree Theatre 1 Clarence Street Richmond, TW9 2SA 020 8940 0141 orangetreetheatre.co.uk

Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 polkatheatre.com

Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse 90 High Street, Hampton Hill TW12 1NZ 0845 838 7529 teddingtontheatreclub.org.uk

Putney Arts Theatre Ravenna Road, Putney, SW15 6AW 020 8788 6943 putneyartstheatre.org.uk Richmond Theatre The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ 020 8332 4500 Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts The Whitehouse Community Centre 45 The Avenue, Hampton, TW12 3RN steponstageacademy.co.uk

The Bearcat Comedy Club The Turk’s Head 28 Winchester Road St Margaret’s Twickenham TW1 1LF 020 8607 9190 bearcatcomedy.co.uk The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond, SW15 1EU 020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk

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The Richmond Shakespeare Society The Mary Wallace Theatre The Embankment, Twickenham TW1 3DU 020 8744 0547 richmondshakespeare.org.uk The Rose Theatre 24-26 High Street Kingston, KT1 1HL 020 8546 6983 rosetheatrekingston.org

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Aquarius Spa Pools in the Park, Twickenham Road, Richmond TW9 2SF 020 8948 8110 aquariusspas.com

Beyond Skin 11 York Street Twickenham TW1 3JZ 020 8891 4416 beyond-skin.co.uk

Curves Hampton 77-81 Station Road Hampton TW12 2BJ 020 3068 0077 curveshampton.co.uk

Beauchamp Beauty 14 Eton Street Richmond TW9 1EE 020 8439 9977 beauchampbeauty.com

Blush Beauty 367 Richmond Road East Twickenham TW1 2EJ 020 8892 2820 blushrichmondbridge.co.uk

Curves Twickenham 2-4 Heath Road Twickenham TW1 2BZ 020 8538 9922 curvestwickenham.co.uk

Beauty and the Beach 59 King Street Parade, Cross Deep, Twickenham TW1 3SG 020 8892 7999 beautyandthebeachsalon.co.uk

Curves East Sheen 48 Sheen Lane East Sheen SW14 8LP 020 8876 1839 curveseastsheen.co.uk

Heavenly Green 4 Kew Green Kew TW9 3BH 020 8332 1999 heavenlygreen.co.uk

Matches (Womenswear) 37a High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 6060 matchesfashion.com

Melanie Drake 125 Church Road Barnes SW13 9HR 020 8748 7107 melaniedrakefashion.com

Matches (Menswear) 38-39 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 5366 matchesfashion.com

Nadia Ivanova 76 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 OPZ 020 8878 0941

Sirisha’s Health and Beauty 145 Saint Margarets Road Twickenham TW1 1RG 020 8891 4380 sirishashealthandbeauty.com WT Spa 55-56 George St Richmond TW9 1HE 020 8439 9936 wtspa.com The Haven Beauty Salon 71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD 020 8487 9595 havenbeautylondon.co.uk

Fashion BOUTIQUES Feather & Stitch 16 King Street Richmond, TW9 1ND 020 8332 2717 featherandstitch.com Chatterton’s 40 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 OPZ 020 8487 1004 chattertonshop.co.uk Matches (Womenswear) 34 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5BY 020 8947 8707 matchesfashion.com

Matches (Womenswear) 13 Hill Street Richmond TW9 1SX 020 8332 9733 matchesfashion.com

Ruby Blue 281- 287 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen SW14 8QS 020 8876 9845 sheenuncovered.co.uk

Jewellers Horton London 2 Paved Court, Richmond TW9 1LZ 020 8332 1775 hortonlondon.co.uk Sinclair Jewellers 6/7 Worple Road Wimbledon SW19 4DA 020 8947 8681 sinclairjewellery.com Susan Clarke 11 Paved Court Richmond, TW9 1LZ 020 8948 6057 susanclarkejewellery.co.uk

Hotels, Travel & sOCIAL HOTELS Bingham 61-63 Petersham Road Richmond, TW10 6UT 020 8940 0902 thebingham.co.uk Cannizaro House West Side Common Wimbledon, SW19 4UE 020 8879 1464 cannizarohouse.com

Lensbury Broom Road Teddington TW11 9NU 020 8614 6400 lensbury.com The Lodge Hotel 52-54 Upper Richmond Road Putney SW15 2RN 020 8874 1598 thelodgehotellondon.com

Artists Villa Bed and Breakfast 57 Cobham Road Kingston upon Thames, KT1 3AE 020 8974 5465 kingstonbandb.com

Travel Agent Simpson Travel Boat Race House, 61-67 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HL 020 8392 5858 simpsontravel.com - 36 -

vENUES Warren House Warren Road Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7HY 020 8547 1777 warrenhouse.com

Food & Drink Restaurants Enoteca Truri 28 Putney High Street SW15 1SQ 0208 785 4449 enotecaturi.com Rock and Rose 106-108 Kew Road TW9 2PQ 0208 948 8008 rockandroserestaurant.com Sonny’s Kitchen 94, Church Road, SW13 0DQ 020 8748 0393 sonnyskitchen.co.uk The Lawn Bistro 67 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5EE 020 8947 8278 thelawnbistro.co.uk TW2 Bar & Grill 80-82 The Green TW2 5AG 020 8898 9298 tw2barandgrill.com

Butchers AG Miller Ltd 152 Waldegrave Road TW11 8NA 020 8977 2753 agmiller.co.uk Ellis Fine Foods 99 High Street, TW2 7LD 020 8894 9919 ellisfinefoods.co.uk J Seal Butchers 7 Barnes High Street SW13 9LW 020 8876 5118 jsealbutchers.co.uk Robert & Edwards 19 Leopold Road, SW19 7BB 020 8946 5834 robertandedwards.co.uk

Rose and Crown 55 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BA 020 8947 4713 roseandcrownwimbledon.co.uk The Clock House 69 High Street TW11 8HA 020 8977 3909 theclockhousepub.com The Idle Hour 62 Railway Side SW13 0PQ 020 8878 5555 theidlehour.co.uk The Old Anchor 71 Richmond Road TW1 3AW 020 8892 2181 the-old-anchor.co.uk

Bars Be At One 30 Putney High Street SW15 1SQ 020 8780 5252 beatone.co.uk Hemingway’s 57 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5EE 020 8944 7722 hemingwaysbar.co.uk One Paradise Road 1 Paradise Road, TW9 1RX 020 8332 7122 Shambles Bar & Restaurant 83 High Street TW11 8HG 020 8977 9398 shamblesbar-restaurant.co.uk

Greengrocers

Pubs

Ferrari Fruits Wimbledon Reference Library Wimbledon Hill Road SW19 7NB 020 8944 7794

Bricklayers Arms 32 Waterman Street Putney, SW15 1DD 020 8789 3932 bricklayers-arms.co.uk

Streets Florist and Greengrocer 125 St. Margaret’s Road TW1 1RG 020 8892 1951 streetsflorist.co.uk

Wallace & Co 146 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SW 020 8780 0052 wallaceandco.com

Bakeries La Boulangerie 2 Crown Rd, TW1 3EE 020 8892 7990 laboulangere.co.uk Millers Bespoke Bakery Units 4 & 5 Saxon 2 Business Centre 57 Windsor Avenue, SW19 2RR 020 7720 1234 millersbakery.co.uk The Cavan Bakery 42 Broad Street, TW11 8QY 020 8973 3900 thecavanbakery.co.uk The Lawn Bakery 9 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5DX 020 8946 3774

Delis Bayley & Sage 60 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE 020 8946 9904 bayley-sage.co.uk Cook & Garcia Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant TW9 1DJ 0208 948 7777 cookandgarcia.co.uk Fresh Deli and Café 25 Heath Road, TW1 4AW 020 8892 0688 cafe-fresh-twickenham.com Matteo Delicatessen 236 Upper Richmond Road SW15 6SG 020 8788 7853 matteodelicatessen.com

Confectioners Sandrine Chocolates 239 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8QS 020 8878 8168 sandrine.co.uk - 37 -

The Cake Parlour 146 Arthur Road Wimbledon Park SW19 8AQ 020 8947 4424 thecakeparlour.com William Curley 10 Paved Court TW9 1LZ 020 8332 3002 williamcurley.co.uk

Cafés Artisan Putney 203 Upper Richmond Road SW15 6SG 0208 617 3477 artisancoffee.co.uk Il Vero Gusto 376 Richmond Road Richmond TW1 2DX 020 8892 2007 ilverogusto.com Le Bon Goût 8 The Causeway TW11 0HE 020 8977 2176 lebongoutcafe.co.uk Petersham Nurseries Café Church Lane TW10 7AG 020 8940 5230 petershamnurseries.com

KnightFrank.co.uk Marryat Road, Wimbledon SW19 Charming Edwardian House

An elegant house located on one of Wimbledon’s prime roads benefitting from a large garden and swimming pool. Master bedroom with en suite, 4 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, drawing room, reception hall, family room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, garage, garden, outdoor swimming pool. EPC rating G. Approximately 292.1sq m (3,144sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £4,250,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB120035)

Cottenham Park Road, London SW20 A fine detached period house

A lovely light family house of great character and charm set in just under an acre. Master bedroom suite, 4 further en suite bedrooms, reception room, dining room, study, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, garage, garden, outdoor swimming pool. EPC rating D. Approximately 355.4 sq m (3,826sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £2,975,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB120204)

KnightFrank.co.uk Stoke Road, Kingston KT2

Family house in Coombe A beautiful and extended family house located in central Coombe with lovely views over Coombe Wood Golf Course.

The house includes 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, modern kitchen, landscaped garden, garage and carriage driveway. EPC rating C. Available unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ12,000 per calendar month

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ138803)

Somerset Road, Wimbledon SW19

Rare four bedroom apartment A well-presented family apartment offering easy access to Wimbledon Village and Wimbledon Common. The apartment comprises 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, study, balcony, pretty communal garden and underground parking. EPC rating C Available unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ6,000 per calendar month

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ176153)

KnightFrank.co.uk

Onslow Road, Richmond TW10 Modern house on Richmond Hill

An elegant family home refurbished to an exacting standard. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, entrance hall, drawing room, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, family room, utility, study, landscaped garden, off-street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 271.3 sq m (2,920 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,795,000 (RCH130095)

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

KnightFrank.co.uk

Queens Crescent, Richmond TW10 Detached Family House

A spacious home arranged over three floors. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, study, entrance hall, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, conservatory, garden, garage, offstreet parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 284 sq m (3,056 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,250,000 (RCH130116)

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

We’ll help you sell or let around The Parks by keeping an eye on the world Putney, Barnes, Richmond and Wimbledon, which have some of London’s largest open spaces, see a constant stream of interest from families looking to relocate either from elsewhere in London or from overseas. So thanks to our network of 80 offices in the UK and over 500 around the world, we can find you the perfect buyer or tenant – wherever they are.

More than you’re looking for.

Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street London SW12 9LN 020 8939 6900

Savills Putney 198 Upper Richmond Road London SW15 2SH 020 8780 9900

Savills Richmond 40-42 Hill Rise Richmond TW10 9UA 020 8614 9100

Savills Wimbledon 1 High Street London SW19 5DX 020 8971 8111

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Sold

Sold

Sold

Castelnau, SW13 Guide £6.25 million

Castelnau, SW13 Guide £4.575 million

Castelnau, SW13 Guide £4.35 million

Barnes

Sold

Sold

Sold

Thames Bank, SW14 Guide £4.3 million

Westmoreland Road, SW13 Guide £2.95 million Barnes

Nassau Road, SW13 Guide £2.8 million

Sold

Sold

Barnes

Sold The Terrace, SW13 Guide £2.65 million

Barnes

Sold Dover Park Drive, SW15 Guide £3.695 million

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Suffolk Road, SW13 Guide £2.25 million

Barnes

Sold Putney

St. Simon’s Avenue, SW15 Guide £3.3 million

Gerard Road, SW13 Guide £2.15 million

Barnes

Barnes

Barnes

Sold Putney

Ruvigny Gardens, SW15 Guide £2.95 million

Putney

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Here is a selection of properties we have sold this year around the parks.

Sold

Sold

Sold

Lower Richmond Road, SW15 Guide £1.895 million Putney

Wimbledon Park Road, SW15 Guide £1.795 million Putney

Balmuir Gardens, SW15 Guide £1.395 million

Sold

Sold

Sold

Parkfields, SW15 Guide £1.395 million

Heath Rise, SW15 Guide £875,000

Percy Laurie House, SW15 Guide £625,000

Putney

Sold

Sold

Marlborough Road, TW10 Guide £4.5 million Richmond

Martineau Drive, TW1 Guide £2.35 million

Sold

Sold

Caxton House,TW9 Guide £2.1 million

Richmond

St Peters Road, TW1 Guide £1.25 million

Putney

Putney

Putney

Sold Richmond

Hazel Cottage, TW10 Guide £2.25 million

Richmond

Sold Richmond

Mount Ararat Road, TW10 Guide £1.2 million Richmond

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Sold

Sold

Ashley Gardens, TW10 Guide £925,000

The Terrace,TW10 Guide £795,000

Madingley Court, TW1 Guide £595,000

Richmond

Sold

Sold

Sold

Wool Road, SW20 Guide £3.95 million

Renfrew Road, KT2 Guide £3.75 million

North View, SW19 Guide £3.35 million

Wimbledon

Sold Lauriston Road, SW19 Guide £3.35 million

Wimbledon

Sold Crescent Road, SW20 Guide £2.55 million

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Wimbledon

Sold

Sold

Ridgway Gardens, SW19 Guide £3.25 million Wimbledon

Liverpool Road, KT2 Guide £2.95 million

Sold

Sold

Alan Road, SW19 Guide £2.25 million

Wimbledon

Leopold Road, SW19 Guide £1.85 million

Richmond

Wimbledon

Wimbledon

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Here is a selection of properties we have let this year around the parks.

Let

Let

Let

Castelnau, SW13 Guide £9,500 pcm

Wyatt Drive, SW13 Guide £8,000 pcm

Elm Grove Road, SW13 Guide £6,000 pcm

Barnes

Barnes

Let

Let

Let

Lonsdale Road, SW13 Guide £5,500 pcm

Elm Grove Road, SW13 Guide £5,000 pcm

Second Avenue, SW13 Guide £3,500 pcm

Barnes

Let

Barnes

Let

Let

Lower Common South, SW15 Guide £5,800 pcm Putney

Redgrave Road, SW15 Guide £5,200 pcm

Let

Let

Let

Putney Wharf Tower, SW15 Guide £2,500 pcm Putney

Carlton Drive, SW15 Guide £2,250 pcm

Gipsy Lane, SW15 Guide £7,500 pcm

Putney

Putney

Osiers Road, SW15 Guide £1,850 pcm

Barnes

Barnes

Putney

Putney

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Let

Let

Let

Onslow Road, TW10 Guide £12,000 pcm

Park Road, TW1 Guide £7,000 pcm

The Old Post Office, TW10 Guide £7,000 pcm Richmond

Richmond

Let

Let

Let

Richmond Hill, TW10 Guide £5,750 pcm

Marlborough Road, TW10 Guide £4,700 pcm Richmond

White Cross Lodge, TW9 Guide £2,600 pcm Richmond

Let

Let

Cedar Park Gardens, SW19 Guide £6,000 pcm Wimbledon

Queens Road, SW19 Guide £5,250 pcm

Let

Let

Richmond

Let The White House, KT2 Guide £10,000 pcm

Wimbledon

Let Denmark Road, SW19 Guide £3,650 pcm

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Marian Lodge, SW20 Guide £1,700 pcm

Wimbledon

Wimbledon

Belvedere Square, SW19 Guide £1,600 pcm Wimbledon

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GUIDE PRICE £1,190,000 FREEHOLD GUIDE PRICE £2,9950,000

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GUIDE PRICE £2,995,000 / £12,000 PCM

This impressive property situated in a private road comprising 7 beds and 7 baths, games GUIDE PRICE £2,500,000 OR £6,950 PCM room, utility and double garage has been the subject of a complete refurbishment, creating A beautiful detached six bedroom, three bathroom family home with large open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room, occupying 0.46 of an acre in 2 over 5,000 ft of flexible accommodation with a light, spacious and modern interior. EPC: C a fabulous setting backing onto Coombe Wood Golf course and within an easy walk of Norbiton BR station. Offered in excellent condition through with no onward chain.

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Wimbledon Village

A fine Edwardian house occupying a much sought after position in the heart of the Village in a prime residential road enjoying magnificent views of the London skyline from midway 4 reception rooms • bespoke fitted kitchen with AGA • games room (bed 7) • 7 bedrooms • 4 bath/shower rooms • electric gated drive • garden with heated swimming pool • garaging • EPC - E

Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

www.robertholmes.co.uk

£5,000,000

Wimbledon Village

A fine Edwardian residence set on a generous corner plot in the heart of the Village within easy walking distance of the Mainline Station 2 reception rooms • games room • kitchen/breakfast room • study • 6 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • 2nd floor kitchen/utility • south facing garden • integral double garage • EPC - E

Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

£4,250,000

Wimbledon Village

A detached family house of character in a highly regarded road with a large southerly garden with a swimming pool and planning permission for substantial extensions Currently with reception/dining hall • 2 reception rooms • 5 bedrooms • 3 bath/shower rooms • large southerly garden • garage and drive

Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

www.robertholmes.co.uk

£3,850,000

Wimbledon Common

An elegant and beautifully presented detached family residence on a generous plot in a quiet enclave just off the Common within a short distance of the Village High Street 5 bedrooms • 3 bath/shower rooms • 3 receptions • super kitchen/breakfast room • landscaped gardens with secluded terraces • gated carriage drive

Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

Tel: +44 (0)20 3397 1199

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Coombe KT2

Situated on a premier plot within the Hamptons development, this spacious detached house is enviably located directly opposite Mayflower Park. The property boasts a luxury fully integrated kitchen, two reception rooms, conservatory and utility room. The first and top floors comprises a mixture of six bedrooms, four bathrooms and a guest W.C. The south-west facing rear garden also contains a very useful two storey annexe – ideal for teenage children or a ‘live-in’ nanny/chauffeur. EPC Rating B.

£1,100,000 Contact: 0203 397 1199

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Stunningly Presented and Positioned in a Private Road – this excellent family home boasts modernised, spacious, light and airy accommodation throughout to include a large entrance hall, a double aspect Lounge and a Dining Room. The ground floor also boasts a fantastic kitchen with large breakfast area and also has a utility area. The lower floor also has the benefit of a bedroom with contemporary en-suite shower room. The first floor comprises four double bedrooms a Guest Room that has en-suite facilities. The front provides off street parking for several vehicles together with a sweeping bloc paved path to the front door. EPC Rating: E.

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Coombe KT2

This is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a largerthan-average three bedroom period property, located on a popular residential road running directly off Teddington High Street. Accommodation is arranged over three floors and is in excess of 1400 sqft and comprises three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, breakfast area, bathroom and cellar. The property is in need of considerable modernization throughout. EPC rating: G.

A fantastic two bedroom first floor converted flat positioned upon one of Teddington’s desirable river roads. This property boasts its own private rear garden and benefits from a balcony that offers beautiful views over neighbouring gardens. Offered in excellent decorative order throughout. We highly recommend an internal inspection. EPC rating: D.

Contact: 0203 397 1199 offers in excess of £625,000

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Coombe KT2

This charming four bedroom, Mews-style house is situated on Park Row, part of a beautiful, private gated development.

In addition to the private rear garden there are landscaped communal gardens.The residents can also enjoy the leisure facilities which include a heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, solarium and well equipped gym.The property is beautifully arranged over three floors and includes four bedrooms, one of which is en-suite with a kitchen.We highly recommend an internal inspection. EPC rating: C. Contact: 0203 397 1199

MAYFAIR W1

A wonderful and imposing family house full of charm and character, set in an elevated position on Coombe Park commanding wonderful views across the surrounding area. The accommodation boasts excellent reception and entertaining space, a generous master suite with dressing area and en-suite bathroom, five further bedrooms. A wrap around roof terrace offers stunning views over a wooded landscape and an attractive mature garden surrounds the house. EPC rating: E.

Forming part of the south wing of the fourth floor of this lift-serviced, imposing Neo-Georgian period building with 24hr porterage. The accommodation includes a double aspect reception room with additional dining area and a kitchen with breakfast table area The property also boasts high ceilings, ample storage and is available fully or part furnished.

We highly recommend an internal inspection.

Available – Immediately. EPC rating: D. Contact: 0203 397 1199

£4,000pcm

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KINGSTON HILL KT2

PURLEY CR8 A Top Floor Penthouse apartment boasting huge balconies and large accommodation that comprises a 27ft reception room with floor-to-ceiling windows and doors, a fully fitted, high quality kitchen. A Master Suite with fitted wardrobes and also boasts full, en-suite shower facility with both rooms benefitting from access out onto one of the large balconies.

A further 14ft second bedroom beautifully compliments this exceptional property.There is also underground car parking for up to three vehicles. EPC rating: D. Contact: 0203 397 1199

£4,650pcm

£865,000

Teddington KT1

A wonderful and imposing family house full of charm and character, set in an elevated position on Coombe Park commanding wonderful views across the surrounding area. The accommodation boasts excellent reception and entertaining space, a generous master suite with dressing area and en-suite bathroom, five further bedrooms. A wrap around roof terrace offers stunning views over a wooded landscape and an attractive mature garden surrounds the house. EPC rating: E. Contact: 0203 397 1199

Tel +44 (0)20 3397 1199 Local Offices: Teddington — Hampton Wick — Wimbledon & Coombe — Park Lane, Mayfair

£2,750,000

This semi-detached house will delight you! Being arranged over three floors this property boasts a wealth of accommodation that comprises a spacious lounge, a stunning kitchen/breakfast room, a downstairs W.C. and a family shower room occupy the ground floor.The remaining two floors includes an impressive Master Suite, with full en-suite bathroom and two further bedrooms.The property is located within close proximity of Hampton Wick train station.

EPC rating: C. Contact: 0203 397 1199

£2,250 pcm

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