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Dear Resident, ‘Food, glorious food. Hot sausage and mustard. While we’re in the mood – cold jelly and custard.’ We have food on the brain this month and, as such, have explored the local area’s culinary roots in our main feature (p. 8); from Henry VIII’s great banquets with surprises aplenty adorning the dinner table, to the south west’s rich foodie tradition for excellence – not to mention the odd Michelin star or two. We also send Jennifer Mason down to the family-run Enoteca Turi to sample its delectable Italian offerings (p. 26). Your just dessert is served in the form of Mr Mom’s cupcakes: the Journal chats to the founder and stay-at-home father from south west London about his kitchen duties, and how his homemade cupcake business is spreading across London (p. 14). After satisfying our sweet tooth, we are in the mood for a fitness fix so Jennifer Mason swings by the Rugby Six Nations press conference to reveal all of the latest news from the teams and players (p. 21). For those looking to quench a thirst of a different kind, the Journal speaks to Richmond-based Village England, a luxury handbag brand that crafts beautiful leather bags and purses with a quintessentially British feel (p. 17).
Bored Cherub after Raphael £2,000, by Jane Perkins Available to buy at Will’s Art Warehouse (wills-art.com)
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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our round-up of local news
KEW Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
WWT London Wetland Centre
The Glasshouse
PUTNEY
NORTH SHEEN
Richmond Theatre
BARNES
Wandsworth Park
RICHMOND The Poppy Factory
National Tennis Centre
EAST SHEEN
The Bingham Hotel Twickenham Stadium
TWICKENHAM Strawberry Hill House
STRAWBERRY HILL
Ham House & Garden
Richmond Park
Putney Heath
HAM Wimbledon Windmill
Wimbledon Common
WIMBLEDON
All England Lawn Tennis Club
COOMBE TEDDINGTON
New Wimbledon Theatre
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Cardinal John Henry Newman, illustration by Joanna Gilbert
A MOMENT IN TIME This month marks the birthday of Cardinal John Henry Newman, one of the key figures in England’s religious history. Born on 21 February 1801, Newman spent several years of his childhood living at Grey Court House (also known as Newman House, after its most famous resident) in Ham, in the grounds of which there is now an academy co-educational secondary school, Grey Court School. Visitors to the house will spot the iconic blue plaque detailing Newman’s residency.
SW15 SIGN UP, JOIN IN The ever-friendly Putney WI group is looking for new members in 2014. Women of all ages are welcome and meetings take place at the Star & Garter on the third Monday of every month. Members enjoy social events, craft workshops and interesting lectures.
7.30pm, Star & Garter, 4 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1JN. For more details, visit putneywi.btck.co.uk or email putneywi@gmail.com Image by phototoast (flickr.com)
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COMMONS LEVY The Wimbledon and Putney Commons Conservators (WPCC) has agreed an increase of 2.5 per cent on the Commons Levy for 201415. The Levy had remained unchanged since April 2011, which, along with running costs and various financial outgoings (including the costs of defending the litigation brought by the Friends of Putney Common over the Putney Hospital site) caused a significant drop in the WPCC’s available funds. The new income from the Levy will be £990,277 – a sum the WPCC believe represents excellent value-for-money for the 46,000 contributing local households, as the commons cost less to maintain per hectare than any similar green space in the capital.
A RATHER DAMP DEFENCE
Last month, for the second January in a row, the moat at Hampton Court Palace filled with water after adverse weather conditions caused the Thames water levels to rise. Before 2013, the moat had not been flooded since 2003, making this a lessthan-common occurrence at Henry VIII’s Tudor palace. Originally constructed in 1514 during Cardinal Thomas Wolsey’s improvements to the original palace, the moat served as a tidal sluice to clean away human waste from the palace’s former public toilets, at that time located to the right of the main entrance over the moat. The clay-lined structure is believed to have become dry some time during the early part of the 20th century, but visitors should not Flooded moat by worry; the moat will drain of flood water naturally once the KarenB Photos (flickr) inclement weather eases.
Hampton Court Palace, East Molesey, KT8 9AU (hrp.org.uk/HamptonCourtPalace)
Image by Historic Royal Palaces, newsteam.co.uk
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The Residents’ Journal has it on good authority that the restaurant at The Bingham Hotel has been awarded a third AA Rosette as a result of the exceptional standard of cuisine experienced by the team of AA inspectors. Congratulations to head chef Mark Jarvis and his team!
The Bingham Hotel, 61-63 Petersham Road Richmond, TW10 6UT, 020 8940 0902 (thebingham.co.uk)
TW11 MOBILE MENSWEAR Jo McLaren Formal Wear, which specialises in formal menswear sales and rentals, has given up its lease on the store in Waldegrave Road, Teddington, and has ‘taken its shop on the road’ in a mobile delivery van. Gentlemen seeking swanky attire for weddings, black-tie events, Highland flings or simply a new suit for the office only need to call or email, and Jo McLaren Mobile Menswear will arrive on their doorstep (home or work) with a range of sample sizes to try and fabrics to choose from.
Jo McLaren 020 8977 3207 email sales@jomclaren.co.uk or visit jomclaren.co.uk
SMART ENERGY Richmond upon Thames has recently signed Climate Energy (the UK’s largest independent energy efficiency company) to run its new Energy Smart initiative. The scheme is designed to help all borough residents (no matter what their circumstances) keep their energy costs down by making their homes more energy-efficient.
For more information on the scheme, or to book a home-energy assessment, call Energy Smart Richmond upon Thames on 0800 093 3323
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Bokeh Heron, Danielle Connor
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This year’s overall prize-winning image in the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2013 was taken by 17-year-old Wimbledon local Danielle Connor, who also won the age 16-18 category. The stunning shot, entitled ‘Bokeh Heron’, captures a grey heron perched in the spray of a bathing tufted duck on Wimbledon Common. Danielle said of her picture: ‘The sun was setting, lighting the water into thousands of bokeh balls. I spent many of my exam breaks at this pond – nature helps take my mind off things. The pond is situated within a valley of trees and the strong setting sunlight only appears in the summer. I happened to be in the right place at the right time; if I had been on the other side of the pond I would have missed the light.’ Judge, TV personality, wildlife expert and RSPCA vice president Chris Packham commented: ‘What stands out for me is the use of the simple element of water to enhance the portrait of the heron. The droplets transform the image of the bird into something else entirely – it is verging on magical.’ Danielle has said she hopes to become a photojournalist in the area one day; do get in touch with us, Danielle – we’d love to see some more of your work.
The 2014 RSPCA Young Photographer Awards opens in May, so keep an eye on the website for details of how to enter (ypa.rspca.org.uk)
According to a recent national survey, Richmond upon Thames measures up well to the national average when it comes to childhood obesity rates. Up to a third (33 per cent) of British children in year six are either obese or overweight, according to a study by Public Health England. However, only 26 per cent of Richmond’s youngsters were classified as having a weight problem, showing a significant improvement on other areas of the UK.
Georgina’s by quisnovus (flickr)
SW13 LOCAL CLOSURE After just 18 months, Georgina’s, the debut restaurant venture by City ‘superwoman’ and multi-millionaire Nicola Horlick, has closed. Ms Horlick is starting a new venture north of the river in Chiswick, and says ‘the move was based on a number of factors, including the fact that the area is more of a daytime destination, which limits alcohol sales, the low footfall and expensive rents and council tax.’ -7-
Words / Kate Jennion
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A FEAST
for the ages Kate Jennion explores Richmond’s rich culinary history
The Tudor Kitchen at Hampton Court Palace, by Historic Royal Palaces, newsteam.co.uk
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ur green and pleasant corner of London has one of the most epicurean histories of all the city’s boroughs. From daring Tudor delicacies to modern gourmet meals, there is a wealth of food knowledge wrapped up in the unique culture of this part of the capital. This month, it’s been my pleasure to investigate how the tastes of royalty through the ages have paved the way for the host of restaurants, cafés and diners that now grace our streets. As with all good stories, it’s best to start at the beginning. This part of London has always been home to the great and the good of society. Before there was Hampton Court Palace or Kew Palace, there was a King’s House at ‘Sheanes’ during the reign of Henry I. It wasn’t until 1299, under the rule of Edward I, that the King’s royal court officially took up residence in Sheen Palace. Having been remodelled by several subsequent rulers, this original palace was destroyed by fire in 1497, paving the way for Henry Tudor (later Henry VII) to build a grand new royal residence, and mark the beginning of the borough’s entry into the world of gastronomy. The new abode was named Richmond Palace, after Henry’s ancestral home in Yorkshire, and gave its name to the town and borough we now know and love. Thus, the Borough of Richmond upon Thames was born.
court was one of the few places where sweets and exotic pastries were available, as Henry hired specialist bakers and chefs to cater for his sweet tooth. One of the most controversial Tudor dishes was known as a ‘Grete Pye’:
Sing a song of sixpence, A pocket full of rye. Four and twenty blackbirds, Baked in a pie. When the pie was opened, The birds began to sing; Wasn’t that a dainty dish, To set before the king? -Anon
We’ve all heard the nursery rhyme, but how many of us know that it was based on a popular 16th century dish? The recipe dictated baking an enormous pie crust with no base, fashioning a smaller meat pie to fit inside the crust, and filling the remaining space between with live songbirds, so that ‘cutting up the lid of the great pie, all the birds will flie out, which is to delight and pleasure shew to the company.’ [Epulario, 1598] It is said that this was a particular favourite of the greedy king, along with Swan Pie, another dramatic dish that required kitchen servants to be skilled in both cooking and taxidermy. Legend has it that Henry VIII celebrated the execution of his second wife, Anne Boleyn, by polishing off a whole swan pie in one sitting.
Kew Palace, Image by Historic Royal Palaces, newsteam.co.uk
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Scale model of Richmond Palace, 1501-1603 Courtesy of the Museum of Richmond
It was Henry VIII who introduced this new royal borough as a gourmet hub. Famous for his large and varied appetite, in 1528 when Henry took over Hampton Court Palace and made it his primary residence, he enlarged the kitchens to cater for more than 600 meals per day. The kitchens comprised 55 separate rooms, covered 3,000 sq. ft. and employed more than 200 staff, making them some of the largest ever built. Henry’s kitchens were also renowned for the innovative delicacies they produced. The royal -9-
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Georgian Chocolate Tart Image by Royal Palaces, newsteam.co.uk
Legend has it that Henry VIII celebrated the execution of his second wife, Anne Boleyn, by polishing off a whole swan pie in one sitting From Henry VIII’s insatiable appetite, the borough’s history moves on to Kew Palace and one of history’s most picky eaters: King George III. Experts now believe he suffered from porphyria, and at times during his ‘madness’ was unable to feed himself. To mark the momentous day during his recovery when the King was granted once more the use of his own knife and fork, the cooks at Kew Palace developed a special menu to entice the royal palate. Some details still survive from the dinner, which took place on 6 February, 1789. Records suggest that the King dined on ‘Soupe Barley’, ‘Mutton Steaks’ and ‘Chocolate Tart’ – the latter reputed to be one of George’s favourite treats. A hundred years later, the Victorians expanded upon the British tradition of taking great pleasure in their food. This was a time of innovation, and exotic imports like sugar from the far realms of the British Empire meant new and exciting meals, particularly desserts, were being invented regularly. Not only are the Victorians credited with being the first generation to serve ‘afternoon tea’ (now a traditional British mealtime in and of itself) but their newfound access to fresher and better quality ingredients meant that simple dishes were becoming more and more popular as salt and other condiments were no longer needed as frequently to disguise the taste of less-than-fresh meat. Towards the end of the era, traditional fish and chip shops were becoming more common as the Victorian public was introduced to fast, fresh food for the first time. Nowadays, we are used to being able to obtain delicious meals whenever and however we want them, so it is easy to forget the weeks of preparation that once went into each and every dish. As the years have gone by, Richmond – although still dubbed ‘the royal borough’ – is now more renowned for its green spaces, proximity to the River Thames and its excellent selection of restaurants serving up a variety of delectable cuisines from around the world – a direct result of the expansion of the British Empire during the Victorian
era. Connoisseurs can experience Michelin-starred cuisine at The Glasshouse in Kew, just a stone’s throw from Kew Palace where George III’s faithful and dedicated kitchen staff once laboured to provide their sick monarch with a delicious meal. Royal residents of Richmond Palace, were it still standing today, would no doubt enjoy being a short boat ride from the delights of The Bingham (which has recently been awarded a third AA Rosette). Even courtiers and borough citizens would rejoice at the treats on offer at the WholeFoods Market, or the newly-opened sugar paradise the Hummingbird Bakery. Looking back, it is clear to see that our royal borough not only nourished kings and queens, but has provided the opportunity for talented chefs like Berwyn Davies and Mark Jarvis to take our epicurean history and develop it into modern cuisine fit for royalty and Richmond locals alike. n BIBLIOGRAPHY With thanks to: hrp.org.uk, thousandeggs.com, glasshouserestaurant.co.uk thebingham.co.uk, flickr.com, museumofrichmond.com
The Glasshouse by Ewan Munro (flickr.com)
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The Calendar A selection of the very best events happening in the area
8 FEBRUARY – 9 MARCH
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EXOTIC EXPLORATION
CIRCUS QUIRKS
Explore a hidden world of exotic orchids and other tropical plants at Orchids at Kew: A Plant-hunters’ Paradise. In the hot and humid world of the Princess of Wales Conservatory, botanical enthusiasts can follow in the footsteps of the 19th century plant-hunters, discovering rare and beautiful orchids flourishing deep in the rainforest. Hear how they battled tropical diseases, monsoons and venomous predators in their quest for plant perfection.
Audiences will be enthralled by Cirque Berserk’s contemporary ‘cirque-style’ skills and amazed by the off-the-scale stunt action in its first nationwide theatre tour spectacular. The show also includes one of the world’s most dangerous acts: the Globe of Death. You’ll have to peek through your fingers as three motorcyclists speed around each other inside a steel cage at more than 60 mph – for the first time ever on a theatre stage in the UK.
9.30am-5pm, entry £16 (concessions £14) children under 16 go free. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, Richmond, TW9 3AB 020 8332 3123 (kew.org)
5pm & 7.45pm, tickets from £21.90 New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway Wimbledon, SW19 1QG, 0844 871 7615 (atgtickets.com/wimbledon)
A LITTLE LOVE SONG
This month, the Normansfield Theatre at the Langdon Down Centre will showcase a musical interlude featuring the St Margaret’s Singers. The group has a burgeoning reputation as an excellent chamber choir in the Richmond area, and Music of the Heart, a themed celebration of love and passion through the ages, will showcase its broad repertoire.
7.30pm, tickets £12 (concessions £10) all proceeds go to the Down’s Syndrome Association. The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield, 2A Langdon Park Teddington, TW11 9PS, 0333 1212 300 (langdondowncentre.org.uk)
Elisa Biondi adding the finishing touches to the Orchids display, RBG Kew
The Moscow City Ballet
EXOTIC EXPLORATION Bored Cherubs by Jane Perkins
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For inspiring and uplifting artwork, look no further than the latest exhibition at Will’s Art Warehouse in Putney, called Crash Bang Wallop... What a picture! Featuring popular artists, including Jane Perkins, Charlotte Farmer and Maria Rivans, the exhibition showcases work with a range of themes realised in a variety of different mediums. As always, there is a wealth of purchasable art on display elsewhere in the gallery too, for collectors and enthusiasts.
Will’s Art Warehouse, 180 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, SW15 1LY 020 8246 4840 (wills-art.com)
26 FEBRUARY – 2 MARCH
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THE Moscow city BALLET
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This month, the Moscow City Ballet takes to the stage at the Richmond Theatre to perform two of ballet’s most iconic oeuvres; Romeo and Juliet, the crown jewel in the ballet’s seasonal repertoire, and The Nutcracker. The shows are stunning tributes to the ballet’s current artistic director SmirnovGovolanov, to mark his 70th birthday.
Visitors to Strawberry Hill House on 1 March will have a unique opportunity to investigate five relatively unexplored rooms, in an event called Behind Closed Doors, that have been fully restored with the help of a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. Visitors can also attend Research Curator Silvia Davioli’s lecture Walpole’s Lost Treasures.
Romeo and Juliet: 26 & 27 February 7.30pm. The Nutcracker 28 February – 2 March, Friday & Saturday 7.30pm Saturday & Sunday 2.30pm, tickets from £11.90. Richmond Theatre, The Green Richmond, TW9 1QJ, 0844 871 7615 (atgtickets.com/richmond)
Entrance fee for Behind Closed Doors £6 tickets for Walpole’s Lost Treasures lecture £5. Behind Closed Doors open 12pm-5.30pm lectures at 1pm and 3pm. Strawberry Hill House Strawberry Hill, 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST 020 8744 1241 (strawberryhillhouse.org.uk)
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A LITTLE LOVE SONG
Restorations at Strawberry Hill House Globe of Death at Cirque Berserk
CIRCUS QUIRKS
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Gavan baking up a storm
In the kitchen with
mr mom’s The Residents’ Journal meets Gavan Knox, founder and mastermind of Mr Mom’s Cupcakes
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avan Knox lives in south west London with his partner Scott and their two children. Having learned to bake with his mother as a child, it wasn’t until he had his own family that he rediscovered his youthful passion. ‘I love the creative element of cooking and baking,’ he says. ‘You start with a number of ingredients and end up with something completely different – true alchemy.’ That’s how his delicious business venture, Mr Mom’s, was born. ‘We moved house and my partner presented me with a kitchen-warming gift of a KitchenAid mixer. That was when I really launched into baking,’ Gavan tells me. ‘After adopting our children, I took a year off work and started to bake… and bake… and bake! Being a stay-at-home dad gave me the opportunity to hone my skills.’ But why Mr Mom’s? ‘I chose the name to acknowledge the American style of my cupcakes,’ Gavan explains. ‘It also perfectly described my (then) role as a stay-at-home dad.’ It’s no news that baking is becoming a popular national pastime, but I wonder how he deals with the charge often levelled at cupcakes: are they a little, well… delicate? ‘Cupcakes are very much seen as the ‘girly’ side of baking,’ Gavan laughs. ‘I want to even the playing field a bit. Don’t get me wrong – I’m not calling for a battle of the sexes, but let’s face it – men eat cupcakes too!’ Looking at the list of flavours, it’s clear that Mr Mom’s certainly caters for all tastes. Aside from the more traditional recipes, Gavan also creates some mouth-wateringly unusual combinations. From pumpkin sponge with cinnamon caramel centre and chai-spiced cream cheese frosting at Halloween, to a festive lebkuchen spiced sponge with gluhwein buttercream frosting and, most intriguingly, a matcha green tea and vanilla sponge with blueberry compote centre and matcha green tea buttercream (which works wonders as a brain boost, I’m assured), Gavan has covered all the bases. ‘For me, it’s less about how well the cupcakes are decorated, and more about the flavours,’ he says. ‘I have also created bespoke cupcakes for people based on their favourite flavours – that always makes a great gift.’ Setting up a new business can be a slow and difficult process, as Gavan has realised. ‘The question that always crops up is: where do I start? You’ve got god knows how many batches of cupcakes sitting in your kitchen, in wonderful flavours, but how do you get them to customers? For a while, I was stocked by Wallace & Co in Putney on a trial basis, and thankfully my cupcakes proved popular there. I’d love to have a high street presence one day; maybe not a shop on every street, but a few intimate and comfy tearooms. It would be great for Mr. Mom’s to be profitable enough that I could step
back from my office job and still be able to provide for my family.’ What’s the best part of the job though? ‘Seeing the look on people’s faces as they try new flavour combinations – taking something they might otherwise be dubious about and turning it into something they love,’ Gavan replies. ‘I love baking, and making people happy, and who doesn’t want to wake up every day doing something they love?’ n
Mr Mom’s currently delivers to the London area, particularly the south west, including Putney, Wimbledon and Richmond For information on flavours, pricing availability and limited-edition seasonal flavours, check out Gavan’s website and blog (mrmoms.co.uk). You can also find him on Twitter @MrMomUK
Exclusive recipe ‘La Secréte d’Amour*’ Cupcakes Makes 12 Vanilla sponge with a secret heart centre, topped with Champagne-infused frosting and freeze-dried strawberries: a delicious way to say ‘I love you’ this Valentine’s Day. Ingredients For the ‘heart’ sponge • 100g self-raising flour • 100g golden caster sugar • 100g unsalted butter, softened • 2 medium eggs • 1tsp good-quality vanilla extract • 3 tbsp semi-skimmed milk • 1 tbsp LorAnn Oils Red Velvet Bakery Emulsion (available from Amazon) For the vanilla cupcake batter • 240g plain flour • 280g caster sugar • 1 tbsp baking powder • ½ tsp salt • 80g unsalted butter, softened • 2 large eggs • 240ml semi-skimmed milk • 2 tsp vanilla extract For the frosting • 500g icing sugar • 160g unsalted butter, softened. • 2 tbsp Champagne To decorate Freeze-dried strawberries Method To make the ‘heart’ sponge: Preheat oven to 180°C/ 350°F/ Gas Mark 4. Mix all ingredients, except colouring, in a food mixer on a medium speed until a smooth batter is formed. Then add the red velvet emulsion, and mix on a slow speed until combined and a uniform colour is achieved. Pour into a flat, greased baking tray or brownie tin (a depth of mixture between 10-15mm) and bake for 10-15 mins, or until a skewer comes out clean when pushed into the centre of the sponge. Allow to cool in tray for 10 mins, then remove from tray and allow to cool completely on a wire rack. (Leave oven on at same temperature for next stage.) Once cool, use a small, heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut shapes (for a perfect fit, the cutter should stand inside the cupcake cases).
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To make the cupcakes: Line a 12-hole muffin tray with cupcake cases. In a food mixer, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and butter. Use the paddle attachment and mix until the mixture resembles dry sand in texture. In a separate jug/bowl combine the eggs, milk and vanilla extract and lightly whisk to combine. With the mixer on a low speed, pour the liquid ingredients in a steady stream until about 100ml remains in the jug. Increase the mixer speed to medium and continue until all the ingredients are well combined. Scrape down the bowl sides and add remaining egg mixture, then continue to mix on a medium speed until the mixture is smooth. Pour finished batter into cupcake cases to quarter the full level, stand heart shapes in batter and, while holding them upright, steadily pour additional batter around until cases are twothirds full. The batter should now be surrounding the hearts and keeping them upright. Top tip: Before they go into the oven, mark the cases to show which way the hearts are facing so you know the direction in which to cut the finished cakes to show off their full glory. Bake on the middle shelf for about 20 mins, or until a skewer comes out clean when pushed into the centre of the cakes. Allow to cool in the tin for 10 mins, then remove and transfer to a wire rack. To make the frosting: In a food mixer bowl, add the icing sugar and butter and, with the paddle attachment, mix on a slow speed until combined. Increase speed to medium, and drizzle in Champagne until fully incorporated. If the frosting becomes too runny, add a little more icing sugar to stiffen it. At this point, you may add some colouring to the frosting. Frost the cooled cupcakes and sprinkle with freeze-dried strawberries to complete. As told to Jennifer Mason
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Elisa bow-embellished suede clutch £695, Christian Louboutin (net-a-porter.com)
Customisable charm necklace £170, Kirsten Goss London (kirstengoss.com)
Aoste coat, £395, LK Bennett (lkbennett.com)
Olivia large rose gold-dipped topaz earrings, £1,580, Larkspur & Hawk (net-a-porter.com)
Pink dress, £95, Untold at House of Fraser (houseoffraser.co.uk)
A touch of
BLUSH Rosy hues in soft focus to brighten your February
‘Pour Julia’ ring in 18-karat pink gold set with rubies, POA Adler (adler-joailliers.com)
Marilu embellished lace clutch £1,485, Dolce & Gabbana (net-a-porter.com)
Kimber dress, £550, Alice + Olivia (harrods.com)
Circus vintage silk scarf, £235 Hermès (uk.hermes.com)
Regina sandals, £400 MAXMARA (matchesfashion.com)
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BRITISH Village England is the latest word in beautiful and practical designer handbags. Jennifer Mason meets co-founder and local resident Julia Dobson to discuss bags, business and the British influence - 17 -
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itting opposite me in the bustling Cook & Garcia café on Richmond High Street is, quite possibly, the chicest person I have ever met. With her stylish but understated monochrome look, it’s easy to see why Julia Dobson’s new venture, Village England, has recently been approached by department stores such as House of Fraser for its Spring/ Summer 2014 collection. With a professional history at brands like Céline and LVMH, her fashion credentials are impeccable, and, as she tells me, years spent working in the luxury goods world have helped her to uncover the secret to the ideal handbag. ‘We started Village England about two years ago,’ Julia tells me. ‘I was on maternity leave and keen to try my hand at something different from what I had been doing. I have a background in the luxury market, but my friend (and co-founder) Eddie Knevett, who had been the head of accessories at House of Fraser for 10 years, was pretty clear on the target audience and price that he wanted to hit. I have to say, that terrified me! I came from a world where most of the bags cost £1,200 – I just didn’t know if it was possible to make a quality bag for under £600, keeping a luxury approach, using fabulous materials, with the attention to detail and concentration on functionality as well as form.’ As it turns out, producing a Newlyn bag quality handbag to retail at around £250 that price is possible – it just takes a lot of hard work. ‘We always anticipated making the bags in the UK,’ Julia explains, ‘but we discovered there were very few factories here that could produce the quality product we were looking for, and they were all full. Luckily, we’ve now found a factory in Hackney that we’re working with to expand their operations, so 50 per cent of our collections for Autumn/ Winter 2014 will be well and truly British-made.’ The British influence is a key focus for the brand. Both Julia and Eddie take inspiration from the English countryside, whether that’s in the colours
I think women always have a best friend in the back of their cupboard that they keep comingback to, that’s why our bags are designed to age beautifully of each collection, the stirrup hardware, or the names of the bags, which are all taken from villages across the English countryside. One of those is Ickford, where, Julia tells me, every year they have a tug-of-war across the river with Tiddington – a tradition that’s been going on for centuries. ‘Did you know there’s even a village called Tiddleywink?’ Julia laughs. ‘That hasn’t made the collection yet, but it will.’ It’s clear that care and attention have gone into Village England collections on so many levels – the duo care about the history connected to each bag, not just the design specifications – although those are crafted with the consumer in mind, too. ‘When you put your hand into the bag you’ll find we use a really beautiful heavyweight cotton sateen lining, so it feels nice,’ Julia explains. ‘We’ve thought about how the bag will be used; created pockets for purpose, adjustable straps, compartments at a height to allow easy access on the shoulder. We use extra-long zippers so they don’t break your nails – and they’re secured properly so you can zip them up onehanded. I think women always have a best friend in the back of their cupboard that they keep coming back to – that’s why our bags are designed to age beautifully.’ These bags certainly live up to the brand tagline ‘Beautiful - 18 -
OUR PICKS We’ve been hard-pressed to select our favourites from such a great collection, but if we had to choose…
Much Marcle £225
Flitton bag, £295
Cranleigh £150
Ickford £195
Village England handbags are available locally from House of Fraser Richmond (0844 800 3755, houseoffraser.co.uk); Kate Kuba Richmond (020 8948 6380, katekuba.co.uk); Elys,Wimbledon (020 8946 9191 elysonline.co.uk) and online at villageengland.com
Bags, Crafted for Real Life’. The attraction of Village England is in the attention to detail that Julia and Eddie have put in. If you look closely, there are numerous clues that show how much care and thought have gone into each and every design. ‘There’s a little engraving on the end of all our studs, which is the original drawing Eddie did when we were working out the concept of the image,’ Julia confides. ‘The logo itself tells a story, too. We wanted something very different, so it has an artisanal feel; with the wren, the oak tree, the church in the background and someone on a bicycle.’ Living in south west London in the proximity to both the metropolitan city and the stunning English countryside must have had some influence on the brand too, I suggest. ‘Oh yes,’ says Julia. ‘I’ve always lived here; I think Battersea is as far in as I’ve ever made it to the city proper.’ So who is the Village England woman I ask. ‘She’s the woman you see in the street, on her way to work, at the school gate, having a coffee with friends… She’s well-dressed, she has a strong sense of personal style, and the bag is there to complement her style, it’s not a badge she wears,’ Julia muses. ‘Anyone who’s going to spend hundreds on a bag tends to be affluent, but that doesn’t mean that she wants to spend her money only on handbags when there are so many other things to worry about. When she does buy, she wants recognisable quality, not just a recognisable brand.’ I get the feeling Julia could be describing herself, and I ask which is her favourite bag. ‘I need my bag to work with the life I lead,’ she says. ‘During the week I’m over-the-shoulder, so I like the Appleton, which is gorgeous and made from beautiful soft Italian leather; but at the weekend I’m very much a cross-body, so I go for the Ickford.’ Does she have any advice for budding entrepreneurs? ‘It will take three times as long and cost three times as much money as you think,’ she says, ‘but, like having children, it is enormously rewarding – and just about as much work!’ From what I can see in the new Spring/ Summer catalogue, it’s certainly hard work that’s paying off; and with the new collection set to go into stores nationwide from early February, I foresee a bright future for Village England. n
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Baobab Collection Department stores: Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, Selfridges London retailers: Gotham (Notting Hill) - Staffan Tollgard (Grosvenor Waterside) - Hill House Interiors (Chelsea) Katherine Pooley (South Kensington) - Lewis & Co (Marylebone) - Mufti (Notting Hill) Online: www.amara.com www.baobabcollection.com
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The Residents’ Journal guide to the 2014 RBS Six Nations Championship
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he 2014 RBS Six Nations tournament will take place in stadiums across Europe and, this year, will be broadcast to 160 countries worldwide. The tournament takes its roots from the Home Nations Championship which began in 1883 and was played between England, Ireland, Wales and Scotland. This event then morphed into the Five Nations tournament in 1910 when France joined the rank of teams. Since 2000 – when Italy joined the ranks and the tournament became the Six Nations – England, Wales and France have lifted the championship trophy four times each, and Ireland have been winners once. This year, Scotland and Italy will be attempting to each win their first Six Nations title. Wales will look not only to defend last year’s win, but also to pull ahead of France and England with a fifth overall win, and make Six Nations tournament history by becoming the first team to win a hat-trick of championship titles. Wales captain Sam Warburton told the Journal: ‘I’ve always said I’d rather go in to the tournament as a favourite than an underdog, so it’s nice to be in that position.’ Wales’ head coach Warren Gatland seemed cautiously optimistic for his side, but tempered the growing enthusiasm by telling us that his team would ‘have to take everything one game at a time.’ The England team, who finished second in last year’s tournament, will be looking to improve its ranking by one this year and regain the title last held in 2011. France will also be fighting hard to avoid finishing in last place. ‘Last year, we were nice to almost everybody,’ joked captain Pascal Papé. ‘This year will be different. Yes, we are a young team, but we are highly motivated.’ Motivated they might be, but France’s lead-up to this year’s championship hasn’t been without problems. Captain Papé has big
2014 Captains, from L-R: Paul O’Connell (Ireland), Sergio Parisse (Italy), Sam Warburton (Wales) Chris Robshaw (England), Kelly Brown (Scotland) and Pascal Papé (France). Image: Inpho
shoes to fill, with France’s original captain, Toulouse flanker Thierry Dusautoir, ruled out of the entire tournament with a ruptured bicep tendon, along with several other key players. This has been a blow to France’s coach Philippe Saint-André, who will find clawing back some of his side’s pride difficult with a squad still plagued by injuries. Still, all is not lost for Les Bleus; each of the five remaining squads have also been depleted by last-minute injuries, including experienced backs Andrea Masi and Gonzalo Canale for Italy and Ryan Jones for Wales – although Warren Gatland’s side will surely be relieved that captain Sam Warburton expects to return to the field after a shoulder injury just in the nick of time. Current predictions suggest Wales and England are the likely favourites for this year’s title, with Ireland and France vying for third and fourth place and Italy and Scotland battling it out not to finish
bottom. Still, as the 2013 tournament can attest – anything can (and frequently does) happen. Many commentators and experts expect this to be one of the Six Nation’s most open tournaments to date, when you take into consideration not only the teams themselves but also the fixture layout. Wales, for example, although boasting a strong side, and considered the favourites going into the competition, will have to play two of their toughest challengers: England and Ireland, away from home. As Brian Moore, writing for The Telegraph, puts it: ‘Historically, home advantage is shown to be significant and if Wales do take the title they will have done it the hard way.’ Whatever happens, this year’s spectacle is guaranteed to keep you on the edge of your seats, so sit back, relax and enjoy the game. n
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STADIUM STATS © Deymos Photo
© Neil Balderson
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Twickenham
Millennium Stadium
Murrayfield
Home team: England Current capacity: 82,000 First rugby international played: England v Wales, 15 January 1910
Home team: Wales Current capacity: 74,500 First rugby international played: Wales v South Africa, 26 June 1999
Home team: Scotland Current capacity: 67,144 First rugby international played: Scotland v England, 21 March 1925
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THE 2014 TIMETABLE DATE
KICK OFF (Local Time)
FIXTURE
STADIUM
Saturday 1 February
2.30pm
Wales v Italy
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
Saturday 1 February
6pm
France v England
Stade de France, Paris
Sunday 2 February
3pm
Ireland v Scotland
Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Saturday 8 February
2.30pm
Ireland v Wales
Aviva Stadium
Saturday 8 February
5pm
Scotland v England
Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Sunday 9 February
4pm
France v Italy
Stade de France
Friday 21 February
8pm
Wales v France
Millennium Stadium
Saturday 22 February
2.30pm
Italy v Scotland
Stadio Olimpico, Rome
Saturday 22 February
4pm
England v Ireland
Twickenham Stadium, London
Saturday 8 March
2.30pm
Ireland v Italy
Aviva Stadium
Scotland v France
Murrayfield
Saturday 8 March
5pm
Sunday 9 March
3pm
England v Wales
Twickenham Stadium
Saturday 15 March
1.30pm
Italy v England
Stadio Olimpico
Saturday 15 March
2.45pm
Wales v Scotland
Millennium Stadium
Saturday 15 March
6pm
France v Ireland
Stade de France
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Six Nations top five moments 1965 – England v Scotland With just seconds left in injury time, England wing Andy Hancock made an epic run of at least 100 yards from well within his own 22 to level the score at 3-3 and deny Scotland what would have been their first victory at Twickenham since 1938. 1973 – England v Ireland In the midst of ‘The Irish Troubles’, Scotland and Wales both refused to travel to Dublin for matches. England, unusually, decided to make the journey to Lansdowne Road, despite Anglo-Irish relations being precarious. As they ran out onto the pitch, every member of the crowd stood as a mark of respect, showing that rugby could achieve what the politicians could not. 2000 – Italy v Scotland In their first ever match in the newly-christened Six Nations tournament, Italy defeated Scotland 34-20, with 29 of their points coming from the gifted boot of fly half Diego Dominguez. Although Italy went on to lose their next four games and finish bottom, their moment of glory at Murrayfield prevented England from taking the Grand Slam. 2005 – England v Wales Gavin Henson’s kick off the left-hand touchline at the Millennium Stadium will go down in history as one of the most impressive ever scored in an international fixture. Henson struck the ball beautifully to give Wales the win, 11-9. 2013 – Wales v England Finales taking place between the two top-ranked teams are always intense and the 2013 final between Wales and England at the Millennium Stadium was no exception. On home ground and determined to retain its 2012 title, Wales pulled out all the stops to demolish the England defence and win 30-3.
Image: chantrybee, flickr.com
Aviva Stadium
Stade De France
Stadio Olimpico
Home team: Ireland Current capacity: 51,700 First rugby international played: Ireland v South Africa, 6 November 2010
Home team: France Current capacity: 81,338 First rugby international played: France v England, 2 February 1998
Home team: Italy Current capacity: approximately 82,307 First rugby international played: Italy v England, 11 February 2012
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THE PLAYGROUND Twinkle, twinkle little star. How I wonder what you are
PREHISTORIC PLAYTIME Jurassic Park meets Dr Doolittle in the awesome new stage show Dinosaur Zoo, direct from a hugely successful run in Australia. Described as ‘a tyrannosauric treat’, the performance gives budding archaeologists and palaeontologists the chance to observe and interact with life-like models, from cute baby dinosaurs to roaring, clawing giants. Whether you prefer to watch from a safe distance or get up close and personal with these prehistoric playmates, this is a show that’s fun for the whole family.
21-23 February, Friday 1.30pm Saturday & Sunday 10.30am and 1.30pm, suitable for over threes tickets from £15.40, Richmond Theatre, The Green, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7615 (atgtickets.com/richmond)
A LITTLE BIT OF MAGIC
WHO’S AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WOLF? This spring, the traditional fairy tale of Red Riding Hood has been adapted especially for the Polka Theatre stage by Olivier Awardwinning Mike Kenny. In this updated story, directed by Matt Aston, Red and her little brother are staying at Grandma’s house, but are far too curious to fall asleep. Cue an exciting exploration of Grandma’s attic, including songs by Julian Butler. Just make sure you keep your eyes peeled for Grandma’s big, pointy teeth….
This half-term, Ham House is running special storytelling sessions from 17-21 February. Various different tales from Funnybones to The Tiger Who Came To Tea will be read below stairs at intervals between 12pm and 3pm every day for an imaginative interlude in a hard morning’s exploring.
Free with admission Ham House & Garden Ham Street, Richmond TW10 7RS 020 8940 1950 (nationaltrust.org.uk/ ham-house)
20 February – 8 March, February performances at 11am & 2.30pm, March performances at 10.30am 12pm & 2.30pm, tickets from £9. Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 (polkatheatre.com) - 24 -
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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 based in south west London seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site
Pocket money – what is the going rate? I am considering starting to give our children (seven and five) some pocket money each week, in the hope they can get used to handling money and saving up for things. I am thinking of a couple of pounds each per week (with a few conditions, like bed-making and tidying of clothes), but I have no idea whether this is too much/ too little and would be interested to know what others pay their children of similar ages and what conditions, if any, are set.
anyway – not just for money. Bits of it do get taken away, however (50p a time for thumb-sucking or being nasty to a sibling after a warning). It seems to work quite well and they do save up for things now, after an initial period of splurging on sweets! Actually, we tend to buy them one packet of sweets each at the weekend, which encourages them to save their money for something else.
My six-year-old gets £2 per week and then 20p whenever he is rewarded for good behaviour (this is instead of a star going on a star chart) and then 20p deducted for any bad behaviour. He loves saving up for a couple of months, counting out his money, and then has great fun looking online with us to see what he can buy with it! Mon Jan 06, 2014 2:46 pm
Fri Jan 03, 2014 11:32 am Our two are 10 and eight, and they get £2 per week each. This is not dependent on them making their beds and helping around the house, as I want to get them used to the idea that you do those things
I think we probably didn’t start until the youngest was approaching six. It’s hard for them to grasp the concept, I think, much before that, and understand about saving up. Another reason is because it was always easier to give them the same amount (especially as the youngest – even though two years younger – is of a similar maturity to the older one). Mon Jan 06, 2014 3:26 pm I give my six-year-old £2 (dependent on good behaviour) or a magazine. That is enough to buy a small toy. Any less wouldn’t be so much of an incentive, and I need the leverage!
LITTLE TREASURES South west London-based childrenswear designer Daisy Barnes has opened a new online store stocking a range of premium items for babies and children aged 0-4. All the clothing is 100 per cent cotton and designed specifically with little ones in mind. The first collection, ‘The Savannah Stories’, features four new designs each with their own storybook. Characters Ted, Penny, Star and Ivy – a collection of mischievous Savannah animals – have been created to inspire adventure, imagination and delight, and are favourites to become your little cubs’ new best friends.
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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
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A family affair Jennifer Mason samples the hearty Italian fare at Enoteca Turi in Putney
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stone’s throw from the incredibly busy Putney Bridge is the quiet haven that is Enoteca Turi. This family-owned restaurant is run by husband and wife team Giuseppe and Pamela Turi and draws on the family’s Puglia roots with a varied and rich menu. This is not your average high street Italian pizzeria-with-a-smattering-of-pasta sort of set-up. Each of the dishes is prepared from scratch in the Enoteca Turi kitchens (including the pasta) and the menu, Giuseppe tells me, features traditional seasonal dishes from different regions across Italy. I’ve brought along my sister to help me sample the delights on offer tonight, after all, this is a family-run place. Having already taken a sneaky peek at the dessert menu beforehand (only sensible), we decide to share a starter to leave room for what’s to follow. We opt for the Skrei cod Mediterranean fish cake with spicy salsa rossa and it rates up there with one of the most delicious things I’ve eaten to date. The fishcake has a salty, rich flavour which is perfectly accented by the tangy tomato-based salsa and the frisée salad lends the finishing touch: a slight crunch. Now I wish we’d ordered one each. Still, with the main course and dessert still to come there is plenty more to enjoy, including a decent tipple. Giuseppe’s sommelier background is evident in the extensive wine list – approaching 500 different bottles. Wine enthusiasts
will have a field day with this one. Fortunately for my sister and I (who remain, alas, comparatively ignorant of the wine-pairing process) each of the dishes on the menu is number coded to a suitable wine Giuseppe has personally selected to match perfectly. My sister (who, sensibly, is not attempting the January ‘Dryathlon’) follows the suggestion of a fruity 2011 Brazan Collio Goriziano i Clivi (number 70) to accompany her sea bass with braised fennel and artichoke, and declares it an excellent foil to her meal. Although no wine waits for me, I’m still pleased with my selection of the Orecchiette pasta with cauliflower, garlic, olives and chilli, topped with toasted breadcrumbs. Again, as with our starter, it’s the texture of this dish, as much as the flavour, that captures It’s the texture of my attention. this dish, as much as the The smooth, light pasta contrasts flavour, that captures with the crunchy my attention breadcrumbs just as the flavours of garlic, olives and chilli work together for a delectable truly Mediterranean mouthful. As our plates are cleared away, we’re both feeling deliciously full, so decide to share a dessert too. Unfortunately, as soon as our chosen sweet treat arrives (chocolate caprese cake with Chantilly cream) we immediately realise the error of our ways. A keen battle of the spoons ensues, sibling rivalry turned up to the max as we both vie for mouthful after mouthful. Alas, it falls to me as the elder sister to relinquish the final bite (but I stole the last of the moreish Chantilly cream, so there). Replete, we sit back to discuss our repast. The general consensus is that our starter and dessert have rather stolen the show. We both agree that a little tart raspberry coulis or the like would have cut through the sweetness of the dessert nicely (though the lack of it certainly wouldn’t have prevented us from ordering a repeat of the cake). Declining coffee, we’re both immensely glad of the short walk to Putney station, a futile attempt to burn off some of the calories we’ve thoroughly enjoyed consuming. With a two-course or three-course set menu for just under and just over £30 respectively, or à la carte for a little more, Enoteca Turi is by no means at the steep end of the dining out spectrum, but the food quality and presentation belies its reasonable prices. Whether it’s for an occasion, or a week night dinner with family, there’s something a little special about this place. n
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Planning & Development Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south west London Business Secretary and MP for Twickenham Vince Cable speaks at the launch
Planning applications Date RECEIVED: 19 December 2013 Address: Sheen Common Drive PROPOSAL: Single-storey rear
extension, first floor rear extension and roof extension
EDUCATION AND ENTERPRISE In the last days of 2013, senior representatives from Richmond upon Thames College, the Council, Haymarket Media Group and the Harlequins formally introduced their plans to construct an innovative new campus of ‘education and enterprise’ on the Egerton Road site. The event was attended by Dr Vincent Cable MP, who joined Lord True, Leader of Richmond Council, Lord Heseltine and Rupert Heseltine from Haymarket, David Ansell and Cathy Bird from Richmond
College and David Ellis from the Harlequins in presenting the ideas on how the 21-acre college site can be redeveloped to include a new secondary school, SEN school and HQ for Haymarket. ‘This is an exciting opportunity for the College to work in collaboration with colleagues from the education, commercial and sporting worlds to fashion an innovative campus offering unparalleled opportunities to young people in our borough and beyond,’ commented David Ansell, Principal of Richmond upon Thames College.
For more information, or to register your support for the project, visit reec.org.uk
Date RECEIVED: 23 December 2013 Address: Southey Road Proposal: Erection of a singlestorey rear extension to a ground floor maisonette Date RECEIVED: 27 December 2013 Address:Richmond Park Road
PROPOSAL: Single-storey rear extension, 3m in depth Date RECEIVED: 8 January Address: Lower Richmond Road Proposal: Proposals to install three white trough LED light fittings above the pub lettering signs to the three elevations that face the Embankment, Thames Place and Lower Richmond Road
Planned roadworks and closures in and around February STREET
PLANNED WORK
DATES
Garfield Road
School safety measures to include 17 February – 28 March footway widening at school entrance
Merton 020 8274 4901
Grosvenor Road
Repair sewer chamber
27 January – 7 February
Thames Water 0845 9200 800
Larkfield Road
Lay new domestic service 5m from main in carriageway
10-14 February
National Grid Gas plc 0845 605 6677
Mill Hill Road
Carry out retread to unmade road on common
17-28 February
Richmond upon Thames, 020 8891 1411
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PROPERTY WATCH Experts share their invaluable knowledge and shine a light on local property news and developments
Gateway to greenery Knight Frank Wimbledon showcase an exciting property in Copse Hill, SW20 This five-bedroom property created with style and charm in Lindisfarne Road, a desirable Wimbledon address, backs onto the open spaces of Cottenham Park Fields. It features a goodsized, south-facing garden and large, open-plan reception rooms on the ground floor. The largest of these rooms being a well-fitted kitchen/breakfast room, which leads onto a glass-roofed family room. For formal entertaining, there is a large drawing room, complete with a working fireplace. Furthermore, all the ground-floor rooms overlook the beautiful garden. Upstairs, the master bedroom, complete with en-suite, is followed by four further bedrooms (one with ensuite) and a family bathroom. With a convenient gate leading from the garden to the nearby fields and off-street parking, as well as a garage to the front of the property, this is an ideal house for families looking for extra space. Within close proximity to Wimbledon Village and Common, the property is also close to nearby shops in picturesque Coombe and schools, and has excellent transport links to central London via nearby Raynes Park station.
£2,125,000 freehold. For more information or to arrange a viewing contact Knight Frank Wimbledon, 81 High Street, Wimbledon Village SW19 5EG, 020 8946 0026 (knightfrank.co.uk)
A rare find
Just moments from the open green spaces and fresh air of Wimbledon Common SW19, this five/six bedroom detached house offers not only unparalleled views but also a completely renovated interior and all the latest mod-cons. The ground floor is comprised of a light and airy entrance hall, a large reception room, formal dining room and Poggenpohl kitchen/family room. The lower ground floor is home to a gym, Jacuzzi, steam room and home cinema. The second and third floors house the master bedroom (with ensuite dressing room and bathroom), as well as four further bedrooms, also with en-suites. The property is finished by a lovely patio garden to the rear and a private lawn with decked sun terrace at the front of the house. The property boasts a two-car stacker system, as well as electronic gates for security. Just a short distance from Wimbledon Village, this location has excellent links to prominent local schools, clubs and transport into central London.
Knight Frank Wimbledon introduces a unique rental property overlooking Wimbledon Common
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Looking ahead The future of the Wimbledon property market looks bright, according to Clive Moon, head of Savills Wimbledon 2013 was a record year for Savills Wimbledon, with indicators showing strong activity is set to continue in 2014. The Borough of Merton had one of the bestperforming house markets of the year, with annual price growth of 10.1 per cent, ahead of more central London boroughs such as Kensington and Chelsea. A positive end to 2013 put us in a great position to begin the new year, with the prime market in particular flourishing. The first half of the year saw a large build-up, which gave way to an unprecedented number of sales in the final quarter of the year: in the last six weeks alone we sold four prime properties above the £5 million mark and achieved a number of record prices per square foot. Despite price growth, prime properties in Wimbledon still offer good value for money in comparison to similar properties in central London. We are seeing the ability to make a lateral price move for more space as a clear driver for buyers, especially those with families. From classic grand townhouses to substantial Victorian villas, there is a brilliant variety of property in the area, as well as a superb selection of amenities in nearby Wimbledon Village. Looking forward, there are a number of exciting new developments in the pipeline, including Wimbledon Hill Park and Marryat Place – two exciting Berkeley Homes schemes. Wimbledon Hill Park includes eight family houses, either in a beautiful, traditional design or an elegant, more modern style, with luxury apartments also available in the second phase of the scheme. Meanwhile, Marryat Place will provide six four and five-bedroom homes close to Wimbledon Village, and is scheduled to be completed in spring 2014. In the coming months, we expect the strong appeal of Wimbledon to continue to draw interest from domestic and overseas buyers. Savills Research shares our optimism, predicting a six per cent increase in 2014 for Outer Prime London, rising to an estimated 22.7 per cent increase by 2017.
Wimbledon Hill Park, Wimbledon, SW20 – prices start from £3.75 million An exceptional new residential development that takes refined metropolitan living to a new level of luxury. The superbly appointed, individually designed homes are complemented by elegant architecture and interiors, as well as stunning landscaping. Every modern convenience and facility are close at hand, yet the location retains its own unique air of exclusivity, space, tranquillity and comfort.
Marryat Place, Wimbledon, SW19 – prices start from £2.65 million This is an exclusive development of six, four/five-bedroom new homes offering a desirable new residential address in Wimbledon. Situated moments from cosmopolitan Wimbledon Village and the world-famous All England Tennis Club, this development will prove to be a popular choice. The homes have been meticulously designed and will offer the highest standards of contemporary specification.
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Luxury Living St James showcases the final remaining townhouse available at The Quadrant in SW15
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he Quadrant is the final phase of homes being built by developer St James in the highly sought-after Queen Mary’s Place development in Roehampton, SW15. The five-bedroom townhouses provide state-of-the-art flexible living accommodation and are finished to an exceptional standard. Designed with architectural flair, each home boasts a ‘super room’ on the ground floor – an expansive 20 ft. x 21 ft. family living space incorporating a kitchen, dining and living area. The room is enhanced by a unique glass ‘lantern’ ceiling, as well as bi-fold doors which open out on to the patio, allowing natural light to flood the space. From a practical point of view, a separate utility room with an external door providing direct outside access minimises the wearand-tear from children and pets through the main thoroughfare of the house; and for formal entertaining, there is a separate, generously proportioned sitting room. St James has responded to recent customer feedback by incorporating a study on the first floor, away from the bustle of the family space downstairs. Five spacious bedrooms (three with en-suites) fill the remaining floor space, along with a separate family bathroom. The master suite also boasts its own dedicated
dressing area, as well as a luxurious en-suite. Each property in The Quadrant phase benefits from its own private garden and sun terrace at the rear, as well as convenient off-street parking for two cars. The beauty of this particular part of the Queen Mary’s Place development is the location: the properties are situated in an exclusive enclave tucked away in a quiet corner of the finished estate. Located in the grounds of the prestigious Grade I-listed Roehampton House, the properties not only feature private gardens, but also access to the restored formal rose garden and serene 19th century sunken garden set within the grounds. Residents at Queen Mary’s Place will benefit from an estate manager, on-site CCTV security, a residents’ gym and a private commuter service operating to and from Putney mainline station and East Putney tube station. The development comes under Wandsworth Borough Council, so despite it still being a very affluent postcode, residents pay less than half the council tax of their neighbours in Richmond just over a mile away. SW15 is a very popular location as it is within easy commuting distance of central London (with District Line and Overground trains connecting residents to the heart of the capital in just 20 minutes) as well as being close to the vast green expanses of Richmond Park. Sean Ellis, chairman - 30 -
of St James Group, explains: ‘Roehampton is extremely popular with families, thanks to its proximity to many good schools and outdoor spaces, as well as its excellent transport links into London. It is also relatively affordable compared to nearby Putney, Barnes and Wimbledon.’ Alister Shaw, manager of Hamptons International in Putney, comments: ‘When you think that an average five-bedroom resale property in Putney and Roehampton can reach around £800 per sq. ft., the townhouses at Queen Mary’s Place represent excellent value for money at around £680 per sq. ft. These new family homes are a great opportunity to buy into a high-quality and low-maintenance solution in one of London’s most soughtafter postcodes.’ With only one luxury semi-detached five-bedroom townhouse still available to purchase, time is running out to become a part of this exciting, innovative and exemplary development in an affluent and desirable corner of south west London. n
The last remaining five bedroom house at The Quadrant is priced at £1.685 million For more information, or to register your interest please call the sales and marketing suite on 020 8246 6748 or visit queenmarysplace.co.uk
The Quadrant. One exclusive setting One exceptional home remaining
The Quadrant at Queen Mary’s Place is a superb collection of just eight, luxury five bedroom semidetached houses arranged within an intimate enclave. Each exceptional home has been carefully considered to exude quality, luxury and elegance, demonstrating St James’ award-winning attention to detail. Residents’ facilities include a gymnasium, commuter service to and from Putney mainline and East Putney tube station, Estate Manager, CCTV and Grade II Listed gardens.
To arrange a viewing of the superbly appointed showhome, please call 020 8246 6748 or email queenmarysplace@stjames.co.uk In the last five years, the Berkeley Group has committed to invest £28 million in infrastructure
Only 1 luxury home remaining, priced at £1,685,000.
www.queenmarysplace.co.uk
In this neighbourhood, £169,000 has been spent on new bus stops, a pedestrian crossing, cycle path and play facilities.
Our Vision. Your Future.
Queen Mary’s Place Sales & Marketing Suite 177 Roehampton Lane, London SW15 5BF Proud to be a member of the Berkeley Group of companies
Opening Hours - 10am - 5pm 7 days a week Late night Thursday 10am - 7pm Details correct at time of press. Photograph is of The Quadrant.
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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
Doctors
Solicitors
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 Offices 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 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
Dentists
Richmond Practice Mount Ararat Road (Corner of 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
Russell-Cooke Solicitors 2 Putney Hill, SW15 6AB 020 8789 9111 russell-cooke.co.uk
Cleaners American Dry Cleaners 5 Royal Parade Richmond, Surrey TW9 3QD 020 8332 1364 americandrycleaningcompany.com
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
West Motor Company 4 Castelnau, SW13 9RU 020 8748 8844 westmotorcompany.co.uk
Courier
BIKE HIRE
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
Blazing Saddles Bike Hire 4 Bridge Boathouses, Richmond TW9 1TH 020 8948 8240 blazingsaddlesbikehire.com
Optician
Bright And Sparkling 113 Harbridge Avenue SW15 4HA 07717 307095 bright-and-sparkling.co.uk
Motoring
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 - 32 -
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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 121 2300 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 New Wimbledon Theatre The Broadway Wimbledon SW19 1QG 020 8545 7900 Normansfield Theatre The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS 0333 121 2300 langdondowncentre.org.uk 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 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
WT Spa 55-56 George St Richmond TW9 1HE 020 8439 9936 wtspa.com
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
The Haven Beauty Salon 71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD 020 8487 9595 havenbeautylondon.co.uk
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
Sirisha’s Health and Beauty 145 Saint Margarets Road Twickenham, TW1 1RG 020 8891 4380 sirishashealthandbeauty.com
Matches (Womenswear) 37a High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 6060 matchesfashion.com
Nadia Ivanova 76 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 OPZ 020 8878 0941
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
Ruby Blue 281- 287 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen SW14 8QS 020 8876 9845 sheenuncovered.co.uk
Matches (Menswear) 38-39 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 5366 matchesfashion.com Matches (Womenswear) 13 Hill Street Richmond TW9 1SX 020 8332 9733 matchesfashion.com
Hotels, Travel & sOCIAL HOTELS Cannizaro House West Side Common Wimbledon, SW19 4UE 020 8879 1464 cannizarohouse.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
vENUE Warren House Warren Road Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7HY 020 8547 1777 warrenhouse.com
Simpson Travel Boat Race House, 61-67 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HL 020 8392 5858 simpsontravel.com - 34 -
Jewellers Horton London 2 Paved Court, Richmond TW9 1LZ 020 8332 1775 hortonlondon.co.uk Susan Clarke 11 Paved Court Richmond, TW9 1LZ 020 8948 6057 susanclarkejewellery.co.uk
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Your local agents A selection of the areas top estate agents
Chesterton Humberts Barnes 133 Church Road SW13 9HR 020 8748 8833 (sales) 020 8748 7733 (lettings) East Sheen 254a Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG 020 8104 0580 (sales) 020 8104 0580 (lettings) Kew 306 Sandycombe Road Richmond, Surrey TW9 3NG 020 8104 0340 (sales) 020 8104 0340 (lettings) Putney 153 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2TX 020 8246 5959 (sales) 020 8704 1000 (lettings) chestertonhumberts.com
Wimbledon 360 Coombe Lane SW20 0RJ 020 3397 1199 fineandcountry.co.uk
Hamptons Barnes 67 Barnes High Street SW13 9LD 020 8658 7344 (sales) 020 8970 7895 (lettings) East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8AG 020 8454 7247 (sales) 020 8936 3028 (lettings) Putney 184 Upper Richmond Road Putney SW15 2SH 020 8454 7243 Richmond 8 The Quadrant Richmond Surrey TW9 1BP 020 8454 7251 (sales) 020 8454 7261 (lettings)
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
Knight Frank Esher The Old Post HouseHigh Street Esher, Surrey KT10 9QA 01372 464496 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
Marsh & Parsons 73/75 Church Road SW13 9HH 020 8563 8333 marshandparsons.co.uk
Teddington 164 High Street Teddington TW11 8HU 020 8970 7902 (sales) 020 8970 7906 (lettings)
Robert Holmes & Co Wimbledon Willow House 35 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes)
Wimbledon High Street, Wimbledon SW19 5BA 020 8454 7249 (sales) hamptons.co.uk
11-13 Church Road Wimbledon SW19 5DW 020 8879 9669 (lettings) robertholmes.co.uk
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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
Winkworth Barnes 2 Barnes High Street Barnes SW13 9LB 020 8255 0088 (sales) 020 8878 7966 (lettings) Putney 196 Upper Richmond Road Putney SW15 2SH 020 8788 9295 Wimbledon 37 Church Road Wimbledon Village, SW19 5DQ 020 8946 2930 winkworth.co.uk
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Wimbledon A charming and spacious detached family home situated in a much sought-after conservation area. Set over two floors the property includes five bedrooms, excellent family/entertaining space, carriage driveway, garage and 90ft. garden to the rear. EPC: D
£1,750,000 Freehold • • • • •
Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7265
Detached family home Five Bedrooms Garage & Carriage Driveway 90 ft. Garden Popular Conservation Area
St Margarets An elegant six bedroom double-fronted Edwardian semi-detached house located on the corner of this much admired residential road in the heart of St Margarets village with off-street parking. EPC: F
£2,450,000 Freehold • • • • •
Hamptons Richmond Office Sales. 020 8454 7621 | Lettings. 020 8454 7261
Semi-Detached House Six Bedrooms Three Reception Rooms Garden Off-Street Parking
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Putney A beautifully refurbished six bedroom detached house. The property is finished to a superb standard throughout and has a garage and additional off-street parking. EPC: C
£3,650,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Detached Five reception rooms Six bedrooms Three bathrooms Private parking Garden
Barnes An exceptional newly built six bedroom residence of approximately 5,400 sq ft offering extensive family living and entertaining space. This beautifully proportioned property further benefits from gated off street parking and a landscaped south facing garden. The house is situated on an extremely sought after road opposite St. Pauls playing fields, only a few hundred yards from Hammersmith bridge.
£4,650,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Six bedrooms Cinema room Gym Approx. 5,400 sq ft Gated off street parking Landscaped south facing garden
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
East Sheen A stylish and spacious four bedroom, end of terrace Edwardian family residence of approximately 1,679 sq ft. This well extended home has been refurbished to an exacting stantard and offers a generous size 57 ft rear garden. EPC: D
£1,225,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | Lettings. 020 8936 3028
Extended Edwardian period terrace Kitchen/dining/family room Front reception room Four bedrooms Downstairs wc 57 ft Rear garden
Hampton A six bedroom detached family home that has been carefully designed to provide amazing living accommodation with a modern interior and offering approximately 3,000 sq ft of living space over three floors. Conveniently positioned in the heart of Hampton, it is convenient for local transport links. EPC: E
£1,175,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | Lettings. 020 8970 7906
Six bedrooms Three reception Rooms Three bathrooms Detached House Garden Private Parking
Berkeley is proud to introduce
Marryat Place, Wimbledon Village, SW19.
An exclusive development of just six outstanding 4/5 bedroom new homes, perfectly positioned moments from beautiful Wimbledon Village and the world renowned All England Lawn Tennis Club.
Off plan reservations are now being taken ahead of Summer 2014 occupations. For more information please contact our selling agent, Savills Wimbledon, on 020 8971 8111 www.marryatplace.co.uk Marryat Place, Wimbledon, London SW19 5BL Details correct at time of press. Computer generated images depict interior, street scene and rear aspect. Photography depicts view and is indicative only.
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1 EXCEPTIONAL LUXURIOUS MODERN DETACHED HOUSE IN COOMBE george road, kt2 4 reception rooms ø 7 bedrooms ø 5 bath/shower rooms ø media room ø temperature controlled wine cellar ø gym ø staff accommodation ø landscaped south west facing garden and terrace ø double garage & off-street parking ø stylish contemporary interiors ø overlooking Coombe Wood Golf Course ø 0.75 acre plot size ø 849 sq m (9,139 sq ft) ø EPC=C Guide £7 million Freehold
Savills Wimbledon Clive Moon cmoon@savills.com
020 8971 8111
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1 FAMILY HOUSE WITH LARGE GARDEN IN NEED OF MODERNISATION amerland road, sw18 Hallway ø 3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 4 bedrooms ø bathroom ø 2 w.c's ø cellar ø garden ø 164 sq m (1,765 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Savills Putney Matthew Heard mheard@savills.com
020 8780 9900 Guide £1.25 million Freehold
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1 IMPRESSIVE HOUSE WITH GARDEN SWEEPING DOWN TO RIVER THAMES hampton court, kt8 4 reception rooms ø 8 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø snooker room ø swimming pool ø garden ø double garage ø off-steet parking ø 762 sq m (8,206 sq ft) ø EPC=E Guide £4.25 million Freehold
Savills Richmond Matthew Thompson mgthompson@savills.com
020 8614 9100
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LETTINGS LAYOUT ONLY
CARDIGAN ROAD, tw10
COOMBE HILL ROAD, kt2
2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 1 reception room ø neutral decor ø permit parking ø Council Tax=E ø EPC=D
3 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø double reception room ø kitchen/reception ø garage ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C
Furnished £2,100 pcm
Unfurnished £4,500 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
PRIORY ROAD, tw9
LANCASTER ROAD, sw19
6 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø eat in kitchen ø private garden ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
8 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø 4 reception rooms ø 2 kitchens ø garden ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D
Unfurnished £5,950 pcm
Furnished £15,000 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
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*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.
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FIFE ROAD, sw14
ELM GROVE ROAD, BARNES, sw13
6 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø cinema room ø garden ø off-street parking ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C
5 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø kitchen/family room ø through reception room ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
Unfurnished £2,769 per week
Unfurnished £4,950 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914
BEMISH ROAD, sw15
FELSHAM ROAD, sw15
3 double bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø kitchen/dining room ø garden ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø reception room ø kitchen/ family room ø garden ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
Unfurnished £2,850 pcm
Unfurnished £2,850 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117
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*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.
KnightFrank.co.uk
Church Road, Richmond TW10 Attractive and very spacious period house
A substantial family home offering spacious accommodation including master bedroom suite, 4/5 further bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, drawing room, dining/family room, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, utility room, cloakroom, garden and off‐street parking. EPC rating F. Approximately 265 sq m ﴾2,852 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
Freehold Guide price: £2,500,000 ﴾RCH080010﴿
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Onslow Road, Richmond TW10 A superb family house on Richmond Hill
An excellent house offering well‐appointed family space. 4 good sized bedrooms, bathroom, en‐suite shower room, cloakroom, reception room, kitchen/family room, utility, store, west facing garden, off‐street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 158 sq m ﴾1,700 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
Freehold Guide price: £1,750,000 ﴾RCH130057﴿
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KnightFrank.co.uk Bathgate Road, Wimbledon SW19 Exceptional new build house
An impressive new build house set on a corner plot of two popular roads in Wimbledon Village. Master bedroom suite with balcony, 6 further bedrooms (3 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, study, kitchen/dining/family room, cloakroom, utility, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 595.4 sq m (6,409 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ5,850,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB130047)
Queensmere Road, Wimbledon SW19 Contemporary family home
A light and spacious contemporary house built in 2007 with an upgraded specification. Master bedroom suite, 4 further bedrooms (1 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, study, kitchen/ dining/family room, utility room, cloakroom, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 319.6 sq m (3,440 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ2,200,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB100114)
KnightFrank.co.uk Queensmere Road, Wimbledon SW19 Contemporary family house
A light, spacious and modern family house in this great Wimbledon location opposite the Common. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, large open plan kitchen/ breakfast room, private garden with patio area, garage and off street parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 319.6 sq m (3,440 sq ft) Unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ7,000 per calendar month
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ189090)
Ridgway Place, Wimbledon SW19
Stunning Village family house A simply stunning detached period house in the very heart of Wimbledon Village. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 large double reception room, completely refurbished and open-plan kitchen/ dining room/conservatory, utility room, rear garden and off street parking. EPC rating F. Approximately 255.8 sq m (2,754 sq ft) Unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ8,000 per calendar month
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ100933)
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Elm Grove Road Barnes SW13
£4,000 per month
A fantastic family home situated on this popular road in Barnes Village. Comprises 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, large reception room leading to landscaped garden, modern kitchen & dining room. Presented in good condition. Convenient for Barnes Station. EPC rating E Barnes
020 8748 7733
lettings.barnes@chestertonhumberts.com Additional charges apply. Administration: £222 (VAT included). References per tenant: £42 (VAT included)
Harrods Village Barnes SW13
ÂŁ1,200,000 leasehold
An amazing 3rd floor apartment in Harrods Village, Barnes. Wonderful river views from the reception room & both bedrooms. Includes laundry room, large kitchen/breakfast room, secure underground parking, lift, on site leisure facilities & swimming pool. EPC rating B Barnes
020 8748 8833
sales.barnes@chestertonhumberts.com
Wimbledon Common
£5,175,000
A detached residence with enormous potential for alteration and improvement on a plot of almost 1 acre (0.350 hec) backing onto the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course 4/5 reception rooms • 7 bedrooms • 4 bath/shower rooms • all-weather tennis court • heated swimming pool • garaging • off-street parking • extensive gardens • ER/E
Wimbledon Common
£5,450,000
A brand new luxuriously appointed detached residence in a quiet Village cul-de-sac location opposite a green and near the Common, the High Street and excellent schools Impressive reception hall • 3 reception rooms • super kitchen/breakfast room • 5 bedrooms (3 suites) • 5 bath/ shower rooms • landscaped garden • garage • drive • provision annexe • ER/C
Wimbledon Village’sWimbledon Premier Estate Agent Lettings: +44 (0) 20 8879 9669 Village 020- 8947 9833
www.robertholmes.co.uk
Wimbledon Village
£8,500,000
Wimbledon
£5,850,000
A unique opportunity to acquire a small ‘estate’ in the Village with a beautiful lodge house
Substantial and impressive period house with ancillary accommodation and pp for alterations
6 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms • leisure complex • garaging • studio flat • gardens • 0.5 acre plot • ER/D
7 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms • 2 receptions • kitchen/ breakfast • 3 flats • extensive drive • ER/E
Wimbledon
Wimbledon Common
£3,850,000
£1,350,000
A handsome family house in a quiet gated setting near the Village with huge potential
In a handsome classically-styled apartment building opposite the Common near the Village
5 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • 3 receptions • kitchen/ dining room • indoor pool • large garage • ER/D
2 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • large reception with balcony • fitted kitchen • parking • gardens • ER/C
Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - Sales: +44 (0) 20 8947 9833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833
Tel: +44 (0)20 3397 1199
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Kingston Vale SW15 A substantial detached family home perched high up on the slopes of Kingston Hill. The street is in a quiet suburb off Kingston Vale. The convenience of this highly sought-after neighbourhood provides a family-orientated environment, with excellent local schools, and Richmond Park less than half a mile away. Kingston Vale links Kingston with the A3, offering easy access to the West End of London and the local town centre of Kingston. The historic town centre has a vast range of amenities, and is situated on the River Thames. EPC rating: F Contact: 0203 397 1199
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KEW TW9 This three bedroom house is in excellent condition and is also within extremely close proximity to the breath taking Kew Gardens. Two of the three bedrooms have the added benefit of en-suite shower rooms and fitted wardrobes. There is a separate bathroom, as well, that has a heated towel rail, a bath with an overhead shower and a toilet. A separate toilet can be found adjacent to the bathroom. The ground floor includes a dining room, lounge, kitchen, utility room and a toilet. EPC rating: D Contact: 0203 397 1199
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St Mary’s Grove SW13 £5,350,000 This magnificent, seven-bedroom family house is exquisitely finished to the highest of standards and perfectly located for the local amenities of Barnes Village. The striking property offers over 4,000 sqft of living space arranged over three floors and a 108ft south east facing garden complete with swimming pool and off street parking for up to four cars. Careful consideration has clearly gone into the restoration of this property, resulting in perfectly balanced living accommodation. Freehold. EPC=F.
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Melville Road SW13 £3,185,000 This beautifully refurbished semi detached family house comprises an impressive entrance hall, front reception room with a stunning marble fireplace and an open plan kitchen/dining/reception area, leading out to a magnificent 57ft south facing garden. The first floor accommodation boasts four bedrooms (one en suite) and a family bathroom. The second floor accommodates the luxurious master bedroom, complete with en suite bathroom and storage room. Freehold. EPC=D. Joint Sole Agent.
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Hillersdon Avenue SW13 £2,950,000 This is a truly spectacular six-bedroom, semi detached “Lion House” in one of the most sought after locations in Barnes Village. This stunning family home has been refurbished and finished to the highest standard, boasting over 3,000 sqft of internal living space arranged over three floors with a beautiful private garden. The reception space includes an open plan double reception room, a fully fitted kitchen leading to the generous size dining room and the garden. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents. BARNES: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk
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