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Dear Resident, February brings with it the prerequisite homages to Valentine’s Day. At the Journal we’ve kept things simple with our local ‘top-of-theshops’ picks (p20) as well as a breakdown of alternative celebration ideas for those who prefer a little less cliché with their Clicquot (p21). We also chat to Barnes-based card designer Laura Chevalier, who gives us her opinion on the timeless Valentine’s card ‘to sign, or not to sign’ debate (p22) and test three new potential date venues recently opened in the area; find out more from p24. This time of year also celebrates the best that the fashion world has to offer, with Fashion Weeks across Europe and the USA coinciding with awards season in a whirl of glitz and glamour. To that end, in this issue Jennifer Mason meets the founder of local blazer brand Calder London to find out why the classic wardrobe staple is a style essential (p16); we round up the hottest stories from the area’s fashion scene and Lauren Romano learns how to detox her wardrobe with help from style guru Caroline Jouning (p18). Finally, Jennifer Mason meets the dedicated duo behind one of the area’s biggest musical celebrations, the Barnes Music Festival, which takes place next month (p28). More on this in the next issue.
Paris Merry-go-round card, £2.75, designed by Laura Chevalier for Cellandia, printed on luxury FSC credited card, proudly made in England. For more information see p22
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The Calendar A selection of the best events happening in the area
4 February to 7 March
10-14 February
12 February
LIGHT UP THE STAGE
AN EVENING OF ROMANCE
FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The third play in artistic director Paul Miller’s inaugural season, Little Light, a new oeuvre by talented writer Alice Birch, comes to the Orange Tree Theatre this month. Described by fellow playwright Abbi Greenland as ‘huge and enormous and important and moving’, Birch’s latest offering, which follows in the footsteps of her award-winning play Revolt. She Said. Revolt Again, follows the story of Teddy, Alison and Clarissa who meet annually in a house by the sea to share stories from their past year.
BROS Theatre Company, one of the premier non-professional Musical Theatre companies in the UK, comes to the OSO Community Arts Centre in Barnes this month to perform Love and Promises, a musical show that will take audiences on a humorous and poignant journey through all the stages of love, from the moment eyes first meet, right through to the happy ever after (or not). Featuring a selection of songs from a range of popular musical theatre shows, this cabaret-style musical revue offers a cheerful Valentine’s alternative.
As part of its popular series of Dining Club evenings, Strawberry Hill House welcomes the distinguished speaker Lord Waldegrave to host its February event. Lord Waldegrave, who is descended from Lady Waldegrave who inherited the Gothic mansion after Horace Walpole’s death in 1797, will be speaking about another historical figure, Maria Walpole, Countess Waldegrave and Duchess of Gloucester, the beautiful but illegitimate daughter of Sir Edward Walpole.
From £10, Monday-Saturday,7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday matinees 2.30pm (except 5 and 7 February). Orange Tree Theatre, 1 Clarence Street, Richmond, TW9 2SA, 020 8940 3633 (orangetreetheatre.co.uk)
From £12, 7.45pm, OSO Community Arts Centre, 49 Station Road, Barnes Green, SW13 0LF, 020 8876 9885 (brostheatrecompany.org) (osoarts.org.uk)
£75, Dining Club members only (membership £125), 7.30pm-11pm, Strawberry Hill House, 268 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4ST, 020 8744 1241 (strawberryhillhouse.org.uk)
love is in the air
Lord Waldegrave at Strawberry Hill House
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20 & 21 February
21 February to 16 May
LOVE IS IN THE AIR
GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT
TIME TO CHANGE
It’s that time of year again when the birds and the bees come to the fore at the WWT London Wetland Centre. Learn all about how birds, bugs and mammals attract a mate, their courtship habits and what sort of partner they make, as well as how new parents take care of their little ones with the Eggs, Bugs & Rock n Roll Show – or try your hand at building a ‘love nest’ or bird feeder to support our feathered friends as they frantically search for a mate. An informative way to herald the imminent arrival of spring.
A musical comedy about dating, men and finding Mr Right, in the month that sees Valentine’s Day take over card shops and supermarkets everywhere? Sex in Suburbia will be a fun alternative celebration to attend with the girls – especially once you learn there will be plenty of popular tunes to sing along to including I’m Every Woman, I Want To Break Free and Somebody Else’s Guy. Starring Liverpool lass Claire Sweeney (who also co-wrote the show) this will be a great performance that will leave you with a smile on your face.
Calling all art lovers! In a new exhibition, Metamorphosis, organised by the Orleans House Gallery, the Riverside Gallery is bringing together work by 37 contemporary artists in a range of media and styles. The gallery team selected the final works to exhibit from more than 300 individual entries and the finished exhibition is a polished insight into how the artists view the theme of ‘change’ which has inspired artists, writers and great thinkers since the Middle Ages.
Free with entry, some charges apply for creative workshops, suitable for ages eight and over. WWT London Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, Barnes, SW13 9WT, 020 8409 4400 (wwt.org.uk)
From £21.90, 7.30pm, New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1QG, 0844 871 7646 (atgtickets.com/ wimbledon)
girls’ night out
Free admission, Monday & Wednesday, 10am to 6pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am to 5pm, Saturdays, 10am to 1.30pm, Riverside Gallery, Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, TW9 1TP (richmond.gov.uk) Boy Changed into a Stag II by Cathy Cooper, 2013
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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news
Image courtesy of Turner’s House Trust
Roxanna Panufnik
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A musical member TW1
A much-needed grant Sandycombe Lodge, once the retreat of one of Britain’s greatest landscape artists, J.M.W. Turner, is to be saved and fully restored thanks to a £1.4million grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund. The renowned painter, who originally trained as an architect, designed the house for himself and his elderly father and it remains the only surviving property in the UK designed by a major artist for his own use. The house is currently on English Heritage’s ‘Heritage at Risk’ register and, thanks to this month’s grant, the Grade II-listed building will now be sensitively restored by Turner’s House Trust. Future visitors will enjoy state-of-the-art digital technology, including a 3D virtual tour of the first floor and basement of the property – and although the building is currently only open to the public one
afternoon a month (or by appointment), after the restoration is complete in 2016, it will be open for 46 weeks a year. ‘Interest in Turner has never been greater, as reflected in the success of the recent biographical film about the artist, Mr Turner, and the current exhibition of his work at Tate Britain,’ explains Blondel Cluff, chair of the Heritage Lottery Fund London Committee. ‘The restoration of this modest, classical property introduces us to Turner the architect; adding a whole new dimension to our understanding of this great artist. Sandycombe allows us all to literally walk inside the work of one of the world’s leading artists – a truly inspiring experience.’
Sandycombe Lodge, 40 Sandycoombe Road, Twickenham, TW1 2LR (turnerintwickenham.org.uk)
Composer Roxanna Panufnik has just been announced as a new patron of the Barnes Music Festival. As a local SW13 resident, Roxanna agrees that ‘Barnes is a fabulous place for a composer to live, because it’s a community that holds such an inspirationally diverse collection of musicians, writers and artists.’ Roxanna will join the other festival patrons (including Gyles Brandreth, who the Journal interviewed last month) to celebrate its musical programme around the theme of the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta. ‘It’s only natural that we should have a Barnes Music Festival to celebrate and promote this highly concentrated cultural epicentre with the highest quality performances in beautiful and serene settings,’ Roxanna continued. ‘I’m very proud to be a patron and looking forward to the festival in March.’
(barnesmusicfestival.com)
Rumour has it
Have your say
Whispers have reached our ears at the Journal that plans are afoot to transform the site of the old Langton’s Bookshop in Twickenham into a food hall reminiscent of London’s famous and ever-popular Borough Market. Watch this space – we’ll keep you updated on any plans that come to light.
This year’s Community Roads and Pavements Fund includes nearly half a million pounds to put towards street and footpath repairs as nominated by borough residents. Locals have until 22 February to tell the council which areas require attention – and there’s a handy photo guide available too that will help voters to understand the types of repair work the community fund can address.
(richmond.gov.uk/fund)
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Turf war
Public opening
As England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, France and Italy prepare to do battle to be crowned this year’s RBS 6 Nations champion, we’ve put together a guide to when and where the matches will take place, whether you’ll be there in person or catching them on television.
From 1 March, Strawberry Hill House will be open for an exciting new season, marked by the unveiling of Horace Walpole’s restored private rooms which will be revealed to the public for the first time.
(strawberryhillhouse.org.uk)
Friday 6 February 8.05pm Wales v England Millennium Stadium, Cardiff Saturday 7 February 3.30pm Italy v Ireland Stadio Olimpico, Rome 6pm
France v Scotland Stade de France, Paris
Saturday 14 February 2.30pm England v Italy Twickenham Stadium, London Ireland v France Aviva Stadium, Dublin
Home comforts
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Despite the evenings gradually growing lighter, winter still has south-west London in its clutches as we move into February. Thankfully, for those residents who might be struggling to pay their fuel bills during these colder months, the council has once again launched a scheme to provide financial assistance to those on benefits or with a low income. The application process is now open online for a one-off grant of up to £85 per household to help keep homes toasty in what will hopefully be the last few weeks of winter. Last year, 700 people applied for the grant, showing that this financial assistance is needed more than ever, even in one of the city’s wealthiest boroughs.
Sunday 15 February 3pm Scotland v Wales Murrayfield, Edinburgh
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Saturday 28 February 2.30pm Scotland v Italy Murrayfield 6pm
Richmond Council deputy leader and cabinet member for finance, Cllr Geoffrey Samuel, said: ‘This is yet another example of how we are providing practical support to those who need it most.’
(richmond.gov.uk/fuel_grants)
Road rage South-west London road users were among some of the most frustrated in the capital last year as many roadworks across the area ran over their scheduled dates, but residents will be pleased to hear that the worst offender, Thames Water, incurred fines of £32,500 in Wimbledon, where two days of scheduled work on London Road in April 2014 dragged on over 24 days. Across the board, Wandsworth was the worst-hit borough for over-running roadworks, but Kingston, Croydon, Richmond and Sutton also saw fines levied.
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France v Wales Stade de France
Sunday 1 March 3pm Ireland v England Aviva Stadium Saturday 14 March 2.30pm Wales v Ireland Millennium Stadium 5pm
England v Scotland Twickenham Stadium
Sunday 15 March 4pm Italy v France Stadio Olimpico Saturday 21 March 1.30pm Italy v Wales Stadio Olimpico 2.30pm Scotland v Ireland Murrayfield 5pm
England v France Twickenham Stadium
Kick-off times are local to match country. Prices vary (rbs6nations.com)
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L-R: Adrian Mills and Peter Davison
A new patron Local educational charity The Holly Lodge Centre recently announced that British actor and television presenter Adrian Mills is to become a new patron, alongside fellow Doctor Who star Peter Davison, who also supports the centre and its work in the local community. ‘I’m delighted to accept the position as a patron and will continue to do everything I can to spread the word about the work of such a fantastic place,’ Mr Mills told the Journal. The centre, which was founded more than 20 years ago, provides groups of children and adults (particularly those with special physical and educational needs) with a secure environment through which to experience the natural and historical wonders of Richmond Park.
The Holly Lodge Centre, Holly Lodge, Richmond Park, TW10 5HS, 020 8940 8730 (thehollylodgecentre.org.uk)
Smart studies
Down to business
Local school King’s College in Wimbledon has pledged to provide more bursaries to boys from state primaries from September 2016. The school already offers an aid scheme to sixth-form entrants but is keen to extend means-tested bursaries to successful candidates who pass admissions exams and interviews for 11-plus entry. Named the Sunday Times Independent Secondary School of the Year in 2014, King’s College School offers places to boys aged seven to 18, with girls in the sixth form.
Richmond Council plans to launch a new programme this spring to encourage self-employment and young entrepreneurs in the borough. Last year, the council announced £50,000 of additional funding to support self-employment and business across the area, and this year will work with Achieving for Children to develop a programme raising understanding of self-employment opportunities for young people, encouraging them to consider it as a career route.
King’s College School, Southside, Wimbledon Common, SW19 4TT, 020 8255 5300 (kcs.org.uk)
Cllr Pamela Fleming, Richmond Council cabinet member for environment, community and business, said: ‘This scheme will provide information about how to create a viable business and highlight what support is available. It will explain the risks involved, and put young people in the position to move forward. They’ll also have the benefit of mentoring from people who have set up their own small businesses.’
(richmond.gov.uk)
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Arty applications Applications to take part in the popular summer festival ARThouse are now open. The event, which opens all corners of Richmond to the public as local artists showcase their work, provides an exciting glimpse into the spaces in which the art is created and gives enthusiasts a chance to meet the artists themselves. This year’s celebration will take place across the weekends of 26-28 June and 3-5 July. Individuals, groups and schools are welcome to take part in the celebration, and the deadline for applications is 27 February.
New opening Local chain The Cavan Bakery opened a new branch on Sheen Lane on 24 January, bringing its freshly baked breads, pastries, cakes, hot savouries and sandwiches to the people of East Sheen. With stores in Teddington and Hampton already, now its delicious delicacies will be available to more people on our patch.
Follow @thecavanbakery on Twitter or visit 51 Sheen Lane, SE14 8AB, 020 8941 5247 (thecavanbakery.co.uk)
(arthouseopenstudios.co.uk)
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Strike a pose In the month that sees London Fashion Week take over one of the world’s couture capitals, the Journal investigates the local style scene
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FASHION NEWS Sartorial gems and the local fashion lowdown
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Highland fashion Specialising in Scottish cashmere for more than 200 years, Brora believes in sustainable and reusable fashion. Make sure you indulge in fashionable classics with three new inspirational Spring/Summer 2015 collections. The Island Story offers washed linens, soft fabrics and slouchy shapes to be complemented by relaxed rugged knits. For a touch of the 1940s, the Swallows and Amazons featureswear your trousers rolled up and team with lace shirts and vintage prints. If you’re feeling extra bold, take inspiration from the Portuguese Tale collection with block colours, vivid prints, stripes and knits.
Give yourself a manicure
17 High Street, Wimbledon, SW19 5DX, 020 8971 9146 (brora.co.uk)
Why not use the excuse of a new outfit to invest in a new nail colour? Jacava London is a luxury British nail polish brand with a new collection of more than 66 exquisite colours. Proving to be most popular this season is the soft pastel Vanilla Ice, perfect for any occasion. Begin the season in style and grab yourself a bottle decorated with 22-carat gold embossing for a touch of glamour.
Made to feel glamorous Finding the perfect ‘it’ dress can be a tedious and costly venture when presented with endless rails. Local luxury womenswear brand Zoë Boomer offers a bespoke made-to-order bridal and evening wear service; pick a style from the look-book and Zoe will make it in any colour or size. Zoë’s collection is famous for her love of femininity and the use of luxurious silks and chiffons. For a range of occasion dresses, choose from classic styles to Swarovski trims for added sparkle.
£14.50, Oh Darling Boutique, 226 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen, SW14 8AH, 020 8876 7226 (ohdarlingbeauty andlifestyle.co.uk)
By appointment only, bridesmaid dresses start from £90-300, eveningwear £250-600 and bridal £900-3,000. 020 8246 5589 or 07917 004 474 (zoeboomer.com)
Dress like royalty TV TIME
Go the extra mile to stand out from the crowd with an ostrich styled clutch bag by Naledi Copenhagen. Stocked at Luxe-Layers, Flavia Young’s Barnes boutique, this high-end accessories brand is one of the most popular this season. Even Crown Princess Mary of Denmark has bagged one of its lavish fashion pieces.
The Oscars take place on February 22 at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles – so tune into your TV in the early hours of the morning to spy on who’s made the best-dressed list this year.
Prices start from £310 (luxe-layers.com)
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Seasonal heritage They say women can never have too many bags, and the team at local business Village England would certainly agree. The brand creates quintessentially English handbags named after villages in our fair isle. This season’s collection is bursting at the seams with a palette of warm tones to guide us into spring. Whether you seek a slouchy bucket bag for a day look or a mini cross shoulder clutch, each bag is characteristic of the woman who carries it.
Customised shopping Carolyn de la Drapière, based in Barnes, offers a dressmaking service for those who desire individual fittings; bring your own fabric or choose from a selection at the boutique.
The Beamish, £275
The Cranleigh, £150
The Dunster, £495
(villageengland.com)
Studio 6, The Mews, 46-52 Church Road, SW13 0DQ, 020 8288 8919 or 07948 997 935 (drapiere.com)
Patterned classics Checkerboard shirts are on-trend this season and Jeff Abram’s company Rails is one of the most popular brands to date, stocked at more than 500 retailers worldwide. The Spring/Summer 2015 collection is classic, contemporary and true to the brand’s characteristics of plaids, spring pastels and stripes. If you’re feeling daring, try denim on denim with vintage washed jumpers and oversized boyfriend shirts. The collection is fresh and popular with fans likes Beyoncé, Taylor Swift and Kate Moss.
Prices start from £120, available at Trilogy, 56A High Street, Wimbledon, SW19 5EE, 020 8739 0001 (trilogystores.co.uk) or Question Air, 86 Church Road, SW13 ODQ, 020 8741 0816 and 77 High Street, Wimbledon, SW19 5EG, 020 8946 6288 (question-air.com)
Ooh-la-la Feather & Stitch specialises in showcasing northern European brands. Arriving from the shores of France this month is a selection of soft, feminine knitwear and powdered pastel designs by Des Petits Hauts, a brand launched 14 years ago by two Parisian sisters. The Spring/Summer 2015 collection will revive your wardrobe in preparation for the warmer months to come.
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The English Tradition: Magna Carta, Music & Freedom For the third successive year the Barnes Music Festival is proud to be bringing world-class music to southwest London. Over the sixteen days of the Festival there will be twenty events from the opening Let the People Sing event with renowned conductor Ralph Allwood, medieval music from Misericordia with a family pageant
on Barnes Green, Purcell King Arthur by Rare Theatricall with narration by Gyles Brandreth, Patricia Hodge and Alistair McGowan, Bach St John Passion with Martin Neary, Robert Murray and James Bowman, St Paul’s Girls’ School Orchestra and Paulina Voices, jazz, film and photography events and much more.
‘Whatever your musical taste, you will find something to satisfy, to stimulate and to surprise you.’ Gyles Brandreth – Festival Patron
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tr ailbla zer Jennifer Mason meets Laura Waite, founder of bespoke tailoring brand Calder London, as she prepares to embark on a new venture
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hat began in the summer of 2010 at Henley Regatta under the name Laura Jane has blossomed over the past four-and-a-half years into one of the capital’s most promising bespoke fashion labels. Calder London (as the brand has been known since late summer 2014) is the brainchild of Laura Waite, whose refreshing take on the traditional blazer has proved Laura Waite popular with British and international clients alike. Laura didn’t take the traditional route into starting her own fashion brand. ‘I didn’t study design, and I think that’s actually been both a help and a hindrance,’ she explains. ‘Ultimately in this industry the best thing to do is to gain experience within a company, rather than studying, which I’ve done the hard way by starting my own! The best lessons I’ve learned have been from making
I wanted to create a clothing label that was timeless, focusing on blazers in really traditional fabrics mistakes. Having said that, it would be nice to have some sort of mental guide as to how to do everything properly. It’s probably taken me longer than it would have if I’d studied or worked for longer in the industry, but you get there in the end.’ I ask Laura about the inspiration behind the brand. ‘Growing up, I spent a lot of time in Scotland among relatives who lived on Islay, a remote island in the Inner Hebrides, and discovered a love for the beautiful fabrics spun by the traditional Victorian looms of the Islay Woollen Mill,’ she replies. ‘I wanted
to support these talented craftsmen and create a clothing label that was timeless, focusing on blazers in really traditional fabrics, particularly tweeds.’ Currently, Calder London has two faces: the small ‘ready-to-wear’ collections available to purchase online and the bespoke service which is the backbone of the company. ‘The online collection gives clients an idea of what the brand is about, the message we portray, and how to wear our jackets,’ Laura tells me. ‘Tailoring is such a personal thing that it’s actually very difficult to buy a jacket without trying it on. Everyone has different styles and shapes, so it just makes sense for the business to be mainly rooted in the bespoke service.’ However, catering to the wants and needs of her varied client base is not always easy, I learn. ‘People come to me with specific areas they want to cover up, and they usually have an idea about how they want to achieve that,’ Laura continues. ‘My role is to recognise a design that will disguise those “problem” areas in a flattering and stylish way.’ Each meeting begins with a browse through Laura’s collection of blazer samples and her fabric swatches. ‘We’ll talk about colours that will suit their skin tone – and often I’ll also do a wardrobe consultation, chatting about the best ways to style their finished blazer. I think the difficulty facing my clients is that they like the idea of a blazer, but they’re not sure exactly what they want or how to wear it. That’s where I come in.’ Laura either sees clients in their own homes or at a small studio in Richmond. ‘It’s the ideal location for me to have a creative base,’ she says.
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‘I just love Richmond. Not only is it the perfect demographic for the brand, but I also love being by the River Thames – if I have a stressful moment I can go and sit down there and mull things over and relax. When the time comes to have a boutique, I’ll definitely be looking in this part of south-west London.’ The business has gone from strength to strength, and Laura is on the verge of launching a new avenue for Calder London: leather. ‘Leather trousers are another one of those items that can be really tricky to buy off-the-rack,’ she explains. ‘For that reason, a lot of my clients have asked for them time and time again.’ In collaboration with Heléna Boxer, a talented stylist (dressing the likes of Coldplay and Jay Z) whom Laura has worked with for years, the brand is producing a range of made-to-measure trousers which, I’m told, will offer fashion-forward clients a chance to don leather in comfort and will form a stylish combination when worn with a more traditional tweed Calder jacket. ‘We’re in the early stages right now,’ Laura says, ‘but it’s very exciting. We’ll be launching in the next few months – We’ve just taken on our first leather clients and are really excited about the potential of this new and niche product.’
Sourcing materials for her designs has been one of the biggest hurdles facing the business – particularly in the run-up to the launch of Calder Leather. ‘It’s taken a really long time to get the material portfolio together,’ she agrees. ‘The tweeds and blazer fabrics are easier – I design my own checks and colours with the mills I grew up with, and I also source cashmeres from Italy. Procuring ethical leathers is going to be the tricky part. It will be more of a challenge, but that’s a really crucial aspect for me. ‘I searched high and low for a tailor in London that could produce the kind of quality I was looking for,’ Laura continues. ‘Of course, on Savile Row you can see why people say that British tailoring is the best – but not in the factories that are affordable for new businesses. It’s a shame, because I wanted to keep everything based in the UK as far as possible, but in the end I had to think about the quality of my finished products – that’s the most important thing if you want to ensure your customers keep coming back to you.’ Heritage fashion has become hugely popular around the world in recent years, spearheaded by brands like Burberry, so it’s little wonder that Laura’s clients herald from as far away as America, Russia and China. ‘I’m finding that often, people of wealth are far more inclined to spend their money on quality products like beautifully tailored jackets than flashy designer brands,’ says Laura, ‘so in that sense I feel that my business has really hit its target.’ It’s not only her bespoke service that is making waves; Laura’s talent has also been spotted for far bigger projects. Headhunted a few years ago at a trade show by quintessentially British brand Holland & Holland, she has since collaborated with the company on several projects including, most recently, a safari collection. ‘That was something very exciting and completely different for me,’ Laura enthuses. ‘I’d never worked with the kind of fabrics they wanted before, or designed things like dresses, so it was a big change, but an incredible opportunity. I just had to grab it and go with it. Now I’m designing their women’s tweed jackets, which have just been released in America and are selling really well – I’m very proud
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of that. I hope it will help to get my name out there name for myself, and after nearly five years, I’ve and earn the Calder brand more of a following.’ managed to bring together a great client base for But Holland & Holland isn’t the only brand to the bespoke section. The leather trousers have have spotted Laura’s potential. We’re not allowed naturally followed on from that. I get asked all the to name names at this early stage, but a huge time about suits and shirts, but it’s too soon for British leather brand is preparing to launch its me to expand any further.’ Has she considered inaugural clothing line and it wants her talent and going back to school? ‘I’ve thought about it,’ she Calder’s luxury designs admits. ‘I have studied on board. ‘Projects like the tailoring side of I think my proudest moment things, but I often this are such a huge compliment,’ Laura has to be spotting someone wonder whether it would gushes, ‘particularly for be useful to study the walking down the street someone who’s never set business aspect – but it’s wearing one of my jackets foot in design school.’ about finding the time! So what does the Now that everything is future hold for this dedicated businesswoman? beginning to take off, it’s about just going with the ‘Well primarily I’m focused on launching the flow and learning as I go.’ Calder Leather side of things at the moment,’ she As our chat comes to an end, I ask Laura about replies, ‘but eventually, if that’s a success, I’d like her favourite part of owning and running a fashion to branch out again. We tried out a coat design business. ‘I think my proudest moment has to be for the first time this winter which has proved to spotting someone walking down the street or at be really popular so our new collection includes an event wearing one of my jackets,’ she smiles. more of those. Not having studied design and had ‘It’s the best feeling ever.’ n that experience, I didn’t want to jump in initially with too big a collection. I wanted to create a Prices for a bespoke Calder London blazer start from niche product that would allow me to build a £300 (calderlondon.com)
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The
Fashion detox
Shopaholic Lauren Romano sends out a fashion SOS to stylist and personal shopper Caroline Jouning, and in return, she learns how to construct the perfect capsule wardrobe
Caroline Jouning
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hen it comes to wardrobe organisation, I can only dream of channelling Alicia Silverstone and her meticulously catergorised closet in Clueless, complete with the special computer program that helped her select the perfect outfit. In reality, thanks to the sorry state of affairs that is my wardrobe (work and weekend outfits strewn across the shelves, three outfits to a hanger and a graveyard of bobbly old T-shirts), I just dive in and hope for the best. What my wardrobe needs is a detox; and stylist and personal shopper Caroline Jouning is the woman for the job. Having worked at fashion bible Vogue and other Condé Nast titles for 15 years, Caroline knows what she’s talking about. She knows where to buy your jeans if you want to disguise your baby weight, or which brands to avoid if you’re on the petite side. She can mix designer and
high-street labels without leaving you looking like a footballer’s wife and, most importantly, she can create a style overhaul that works for you. ‘My job is all about matching the person with the clothes; I never shoehorn my clients into trends that don’t work for them or their lifestyle. Fashions come and go, but style stands the test of time,’ she assures me over a cup of tea in her sitting room. I can’t help but warm to Caroline. Fashion can be perceived as an unfriendly industry, but she’s an approachable mediator between the haute-couture catwalk offerings and the school-run outfit. Whether you’re looking to update your wardrobe, or you want to get unstuck from the sartorial rut you have found yourself in, navigating the constant stream of
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But what exactly is a capsule wardrobe? For new styles can be confusing and timeCaroline it is a simple series of key pieces that form consuming, and this is where she the foundations of any get-up. ‘When I work with steps in. ‘The trick is to translate people, we start with building blocks – a pair of the trends into real life, for real indigo jeans, for example, are the absolute bedrock women,’ she says. of a woman’s wardrobe. Then we build from there.’ Show her your wardrobe and Whatever your age, budget or body shape, she will tell you where you’re going Caroline has the expertise and empathy to help you wrong and advise you on how best to denavigate the sartorial minefield. ‘When it comes clutter or fill in the missing gaps to create a to a wardrobe overhaul, sometimes you need to be tailor-made capsule collection that suits your ruthless,’ she laughs. It might not be a word I day-to-day agenda, whether you are usually associate with my relationship with battling boardrooms or buggies. my own wardrobe, but with Caroline’s After the initial friendly advice ringing in my consultation is complete, ears, I’m hypothetically filling with a new, slim-trim what to wear to a wedding bin bags in my head – and wardrobe to show for imagining how much space it, Caroline schedules ‘When it comes to dresses, you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you meet your the purge will free up for my a shopping trip to find prince. So, once you find a style that next shopping spree. n new outfits to complete works for you, stick with it.’ and complement what Do: wear comfortable shoes: embellished you already have. ‘I’m To find out more about the flats, block heels or wedges. a big fan of Peter Jones,’ styling services that Caroline Dont’s: no white, tight or short she tells me. ‘It has a offers, from wardrobe detoxes to outfits, avoid attention-grabbing great returns policy and a special-occasion dilemmas and prints and low necklines. fabulous selection of brands. re-styles, visit carolinejouning.com The fourth floor at Harrods is also brilliant and lends itself to a real VIP experience. In terms of my go-to labels, I don’t like to be pigeon-holed, but I love J.Crew, Zara, Joseph, Whistles, Cos, Victoria Beckham, Topshop and Donna Ida. 1. Try everything on. ‘My clients come to me for a multitude of 2. Be ruthless – throw out anything that doesn’t reasons. They might have a new job or a young fit or looks a bit tatty. family and want to know how to adapt the way they
Caroline’s top tips for detoxing your wardrobe
dress accordingly. Some are overwhelmed by it all, especially if they don’t enjoy shopping or have had bad experiences in the past; they need somebody to take the lead.’ In this situation, it might be all too easy to retreat from the high street to the online checkout, but this has its own pitfalls. ‘People purchase items without necessarily thinking about how the different components will go together as an outfit, so online shopping is actually not as efficient as it might seem,’ Caroline advises.
3. Choose six things you absolutely love that have sentimental value. It doesn’t matter if you never wear them, just keep them. 4. Imagine you are packing and start to edit your wardrobe accordingly. Ask yourself: ‘How many tops do I really need?’ 5. Nail your neutrals. People complain that they have nothing to wear yet they have a wardrobe of clothes. Hard-working neutrals (grey T-shirt, black cardigan, white shirt) are trans-seasonal and absolutely worth investing in. 6. Women on average wear about a quarter of the shoes they own! Categorise your footwear (work heel, work flat, weekend trainer, party shoe, boot). 7. Address the office vs home balance. Your fashion personas can get out of synch. Try to blend two of your weekend pieces into your workwear twice a week. 8. Group outfits together for ease. 9. Don’t get stuck in a rut of wearing the same things all the time. 10. Keep an outfit on reserve as a ‘battle outfit’ – something that you feel amazing in. One of my old bosses at Vogue once said to me: ‘Dress for the job you want, not the job you’ve got.’
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Montblanc at Chisholm Hunter
FOR HIM
If you’re searching for a gift that he can take with him every day, then a stunning Montblanc pen is an excellent bet. Though as you peruse the displays in Chisholm Hunter you might find any number of luxury presents that catch your eye, so it’s well worth a visit.
Unit G8, The Bentall Centre, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 1TR, 020 8549 1605 (montblanc.com)
FOR HIM Montblanc John F. Kennedy Limited Edition
Copperfield Books A veritable treasure trove for literature lovers, it would be very easy to get lost in the well-stocked racks of second-hand and speciality books in this quaint and much-loved local store, but the experts are always on hand to help you in your search for something truly special.
FOR HER
HIS HERS
37 Hartfield Road, Wimbledon, SW19 3SG, 020 8542 0113 (copperfieldbooks.co.uk)
FOR HIM
Floris
Kate Hopwood Jewellery
Our recommendations for where to shop for your ‘better half’ ahead of Valentine’s Day
It’s not exactly on the doorstep, but it’s well worth a visit if you’re hoping to surprise the gentleman who has everything. Browse the collection of luxurious scents or treat him to the most comfortable shave he’s ever had with the brand’s famous grooming accoutrements.
Selling beautiful and unusual pieces from a range of talented jewellery artists, including bespoke work by Kate herself, this charming boutique is a must-visit if you’re looking for something special. With new collections such as these romantic Cornucopia Heart Pendants by Anne V Massey, you’re bound to find something she’ll like.
11 Brewers Lane, Richmond, TW9 1HH, 020 8948 0886 (katehopwoodjewellery.com)
89 Jermyn Street, St. James’s, SW1Y 6JH, 020 7930 2885 (florislondon.com)
FOR HER
William Curley
Treating her to a box of delicious, melt-in-themouth treats from ‘Britain’s Best Chocolatier’, William Curley is an ideal way to earn extra brownie points (forgive the pun) this V-Day. With a range of innovative flavours and designs there’s plenty to choose from, too. We love the Couture Chocolate collections.
10 Paved Court, Richmond, TW9 1LZ, 020 8332 3002 (williamcurley.com)
Briarwood and Gold Plate 3 Piece Shaving Set
FOR HER
Brian Kirkby Flowers
This local florist knows that the perfect bunch of blooms is an essential part of a traditional Valentine’s celebration and will have plenty of perfect buds in stock in the run-up to the big day. There will be roses galore for those who prefer a classic look, or, if you prefer, the talented team will be on hand to help you put together something more unusual.
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THE ALTERNATIVE valentine The Journal investigates how to celebrate a cliché-free V-Day
Quite a scrum
Image courtesy of RBS Six Nations
ELSEWHERE IN LONDON
Enjoy an afternoon snuggling up with your other half in the frosty air while you watch the England squad take on Italy in its first home game of this year’s RBS 6 Nations tournament at Twickenham Stadium.
Diego Velázquez, The Toilet of Venus (‘The Rokeby Venus’), 1647-51, © National Gallery, London
14 February, 2.30pm, tickets from £46.44. Twickenham Stadium, Whitton Road, TW2 7BA (rbs6nations.com)
Mood setter
Something dramatic
Nadja Michael as Judith in Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle. Teatr Wielki Production Photo by Krzysztof Bieliński
This special double-feature version of Met Opera Live will show Tchaikovsky’s Iolanta and Bartók’s Bluebeard’s Castle; an enchanting fairy tale followed by an erotic psychological thriller. Both performancess are directed by Mariusz Treliński, who was inspired by classic noir films of the 1940s. The screening is an ideal opportunity for opera fans to get their fill of the genre in one fell swoop.
14 February, 5.30pm, £31. Curzon Cinema, Water Lane, Richmond, TW9 1TJ (curzoncinemas.com)
Get rhythm Whether you’re an avid Johnny Cash fan or simply searching for a rock ‘n’ roll celebration for your Valentine’s weekend, the Johnny Cash Roadshow, a musical adventure fronted by respected singer/songwriter Clive John with The Spirit Band and Jill Schoonjans as fellow singer June Carter, will have you dancing in the aisles.
14 February, 7.30pm, from £21.90, New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, SW19 1QG, 0844 871 7646 (atgtickets.com/wimbledon)
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Take a tour of The National Gallery’s raunchiest and most romantic works on the Bacchanalian Romp tour, which focuses on mythological paintings by Botticelli, Rubens, Correggio, Velázquez and other artists. The tour is bookended with pre-drinks from 6pm and supper afterwards.
13 February, 6.45pm-8pm, from £25. The National Gallery, Trafalgar Square, WC2N 5DN (arthistoryuk.com)
Be a connoisseur Put an end to your usual last-minute prowl of the supermarket aisles for a bottle of plonk and spend a little time deliberating over a wine that will impress. A tour of London Cru, the capital’s first urban winery, is a fun way to expand your drinking horizons à deux. See the nuts and bolts of the process before sipping your way through the collection. Why not splash out on a case, so you can crack open a delicious bottle, to accompany your (questionable) cooking efforts?
12 February, 7pm, £15, London Cru, 21-27 Seagrave Road, SW6 1RP, 020 7381 7871 (londoncru.co.uk)
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Love
Laura Chevalier
let ters
The Journal chats to card designer Laura Chevalier about her new home in Barnes, Valentine’s Day cards and her creative inspiration
Where does the name Cellandia come from? It’s taken from my favourite childhood book Enchantica, which my dad used to read to me. It featured Cellandia, a winged summer fairy who inspired all with her charm, lightness of being and visual presence – and so the Cellandia brand was conceived.
You have a love of sending and receiving post; what’s one of your earliest memories of this? When I was younger and living in Hong Kong, my mum used to help me to pen postcards to my grandma in England. There’s just something so magical about writing a message for a loved one from far, far away, and I have kept all those letters to treasure forever.
Where do you find your inspiration? It may sound a cliché but everywhere. I was born in Hong Kong then moved to London when I was 18 to study at the Chelsea College of Arts, so travel plays a big part in my designs. My family live all over the world, from my brother in Australia to my sister in Canada. My latest range, Palmier, is inspired by beaches and palm trees, while the kids’ Safari Collection is based on all things Africa-related, including my love of elephants that began when I worked in Botswana. Even my baby shower was themed around them! Beautiful objects also play an important part – my auntie lives in Saint-Tropez for half of the year and recently bought our daughter Olivia an old toy box from a brocante fair, which features a dancing clown. It’s so unusual and I know that I’ll use a photo of it in my designs in the future.
What did you do before founding your company Cellandia? I started my career as a fine-artist painter, but in my first exhibition I remember hanging my paintings on the wall and although I loved it, it just didn’t feel ‘me’. I also worked as a freelance fashion photographer, interior designer and art director.
You’ve recently moved to Barnes – how have you found living there? Barnes is just beautiful and we’re very happy to be here. It feels like we’ve moved much further out of the hustle and bustle – I’ve looked up at the sky more in the last month than I have done in the past year!
Has the area begun to inspire you yet? Every day, funnily enough. From our long walks along the river watching the colours change in the sky, to having the fire crackling last Christmas, to the
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ducks and geese at the pond. I’m feeling an urge to create a seasonal stationery set with inspiring pictures from the area.
What would you say are your signature design touches? I adore the vintage look, but recently I’ve gone for a more contemporary edge by embracing new trends. Having said that, I’ll always love using wine and coffee stains, wax marks and torn edges to create unique, timeless, well-travelled keepsakes.
What is it that makes your cards stand out from the crowd? It’s all about the story behind the stationery. I want people to see my designs and find something that resonates with them. All my work is printed on luxury paper produced in England – the look and feel are just as important as the design. The cards can either be left blank or made bespoke to the client and I try to deliver orders by hand if I can; although I have stockists in the Scottish Highlands so it’s not always possible.
In your opinion, what makes a great Valentine’s card? Something that makes you smile and think of that one person who has your heart. You know when you’ve found the right card when you can picture that person receiving it. That pure emotion is what it’s all about; cards that make you feel cherished and loved.
Should they be anonymous? A secret admirer should always sign anonymously. My cards tend to be a bit of a giveaway for my husband now, though!
Stamps © Andy Lidstone / Shutterstock.com
Is there a particular design that you’ve created in the past that sticks out in your mind? I designed a full wedding stationery set, including wedding thank-yous. I took a photograph of the couple near their home, aged it, created a London-style stamp mark and put a monogram of their initials on it. It was so sweet, they even sent me one of the cards to say thank you for making them. You can’t get much better than that! n
To buy, email info@cellandia.com or visit cellandia.com
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date night The Journal explores three new local foodie hotspots for Valentine’s Day inspiration
Perfect for: a sophisticated evening
CAU,
Wimbledon
There’s something a little bit special about Wimbledon’s newest steak hotspot, CAU (Carne Argentina Unica). Although at first glance the set-up might seem more suited to groups, there are secluded spots available that are perfect for dining à deux, and despite the chrome accents and trendy lighting for which the chain is known, there’s plenty of room for romance. Pleasingly, if you’re a fan of Argentinian flavours, the menu is stuffed full of traditional dishes to suit all tastes – but there are a few surprises tossed in for good measure. The first of these that we discovered was the Yerba-smoked Beef – a delicately prepared ‘small plate’ packed with big flavours. The contrast of the melt-in-the-mouth beef with its smoky aftertaste alongside the piquant accents of soy and wasabi and the slight bitterness of
watercress made for a delicious mouthful that we thoroughly recommend to anyone with a penchant for a beautifully thin cut of prime Argentinian beef. When it comes to the main affair, chances are that if you’ve chosen CAU you’re looking for an excellent steak to satisfy your cravings. Well, there are plenty to choose from. With everything from rump to rib-eye on the menu, as well as some seriously special cuts, my guest took advantage of our waiter’s steak knowledge to assist in the decision-making process. Having eventually chosen the mammoth Tira de Ancho (described as the king of steaks), a spiral cut of rib-eye, marinated in the famous chimichurri sauce and grilled slowly for maximum tenderness, he sat back to await my decision. In the interests of producing a fair review, I opted
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for one of the standard ‘big plates’ – the roast pumpkin and sage risotto – safe in the knowledge that, with a 500g steak and triple-cooked chips on the table, there would be plenty of opportunities to sneak the odd carnivorous bite for myself. Before I wax lyrical about his steak, I’ll just quickly tell you that the risotto was creamy, well-seasoned and warming on a cold winter’s night. I won’t waste valuable words going into more detail, because I’m sure it’s really the quality of the baton-shaped Tira de Ancho that you’re interested in. As for that, it was mouthwateringly good. The chimichurri marinade had permeated the meat with the best of Argentinian garnishes (parsley, garlic, oregano and chilli) and, cooked mediumrare, had just the right combination of rich, meaty flavour and a smooth texture. Faced with the sheer proportions of this dish I was worried that even between the two of us we wouldn’t do it justice, but in the end it didn’t last long; according to my dinner guest it was ‘just that good’ (and well worth the inevitable resulting food coma). How we managed dessert on top of that I’ll never know, but I’m glad we did. So often an afterthought for restaurants where the savoury courses are clearly the focus, the afters menu at CAU boasts a range of innovative and traditional sweets to tempt even the fullest of stomachs. We were very impressed with the knowledge of the staff who were not only friendly but also full of helpful advice with regards to pairings from the impressive wine list (which includes a very popular Malbec, produced exclusively for the chain) and thoroughly enjoyed our evening. If you’re looking for a restaurant that offers quality food, friendly service and a great atmosphere, look no further. Even on a cold Monday in January, CAU was full of excited diners – a clear testament to what’s on offer. n
Three courses from around £40 each (not including drinks). 33 High Street, Wimbledon Village, SW19 5BY, 020 8605 9091 (caurestaurants.com)
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Perfect for: a first date
Jackson & Rye,
Richmond
The atmosphere of an all-day diner is so appealing, especially one that’s renowned for the quality of its laid-back, classic American menu. Popular chain Jackson & Rye has recently launched its latest branch on Richmond Riverside; a fantastic location overlooking one of the River Thames’ most beautiful spots. But enough about the where… this is about the why. Why should you take a trip to this jazzy bar-cum-diner? Aside from the cocktails (which are really rather good), the main reason to visit is the simple but delicious dishes. I started with one of the bar snacks; the mouth-watering Winter Truffle Arancini rice balls which, when dunked in the accompanying Parmesan cheese, disappeared with remarkable speed from the plate in front of me (I suspect the sticky fingers of my guest). Mains soon followed. I opted for a southern favourite, buttermilk fried chicken; crunchy on the outside and moist on the inside, it was everything you would hope for in a hearty meal, and the slightly spicy sweet potato fries were divine. My guest went for a traditional burger (when in America...) and
proclaimed it one of the best she’d tasted. Disappointed though we were not to be able to experience the legendary breakfast menu (think thick American-style pancakes, waffles, French toast, syrups…) we consoled ourselves by sharing one of the more unusual options from the dessert menu: toasted marshmallows with a blood-orange sorbet and chocolate sauce. Campfire fare for the
Perfect for: spicing things up
Linnea,
Kew
Stuck in a rut when it comes to deciding where to eat out? There’s a new restaurant on Kew Green that could change all that. Linnea serves up hearty Frenchstyle cuisine with a Swedish influence;
indoor-type, the flavours were stunning, and the only flaw was that we’d have preferred our ‘mallows a little more melted’. All in all, a big thumbs up. n
Three courses from around £20 each (not including drinks). Hotham House, 1 Heron Square, TW9 1EJ, 020 8948 6951 (jacksonrye.com)
and the menu, which offers five options for each course (starters, mains and desserts), rotates constantly to offer even regular diners the chance to experience a variety of different seasonal produce. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, offering up well-thought out wine pairings that complement the varied dishes and, when necessary, a little insight into the backgrounds of the somewhat unconventional menu. If they’re available when you visit, you simply must try the triple-cooked chips with Bloody Mary ketchup – the tangy sauce with a surprising vodka kick is hand-made on the premises and is, quite frankly, one of the best things we’ve ever tasted. The unique flavour combinations spill over into the dessert menu, too; our relatively commonplace (but still delicious) chocolate fondant was lifted by the handmade bay leaf ice cream, the herby and fresh taste of which cut through the rich, dark chocolate perfectly. Despite Linnea’s relatively small size, a lot of thought and care have gone into offering an authentic and tasty peek at the bold flavours of Swedish fare. n
Three courses from around £30 each (not including drinks). 12 Kew Green, TW9 3BH, 020 8940 5696 (linneakew.co.uk)
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Confection
perfection
Lauren Romano gets a sugar rush with Lavinia Davolio, founder of Lavolio Boutique Confectionery, a company that specialises in sweets for grown-ups
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ugar and spice and all things nice – according to the old nursery rhyme, that’s what little girls are made of. As a child, this formative life lesson was something that I took very seriously. A trip to the newsagent’s, with its jars of flying saucers, milk bottles and bulbous gobstoppers, speckled with fluorescent yellows and slime-greens, would induce an acute bout of eyesbigger-than-belly syndrome. By the time I was eight years old I was a connoisseur of Quality Street and could probably have navigated my way around the Woolworths’ pick ‘n’ mix counter blindfolded. If I had been given the choice, fruit salads sweets would have constituted at least two of my five-a-day, so the fact that I made it to adulthood with no fillings is nothing short of remarkable. Nowadays, my relationship with the sweeter things in life is a nostalgic affair. Give me a paper bag of aniseed twists and I’m traipsing through a bluebell forest with my granddad, cousins and Shane the Border Collie, feeling like a member of The Famous Five. It’s a sensation that Lavinia Davolio shares, although she has gone to greater lengths to appease her sweet tooth, by starting her own confectionery company. Founded in August 2013, Lavolio Boutique Confectionery is well-versed in the art of making
sweets. Inspired by the traditional confectionery art still thriving in Lavinia’s native Italy, the laborious manufacturing process involved sounds like something out of the invention room in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Delicate sugar-spun shells are made the old-fashioned way in revolving copper pans over a period of several days. The end result is five different confectionery collections, all vegetarian and glutenfree and bursting with carefully sourced fruits, nuts and spices presented in beautifully patterned tins. ‘I’m the second of six children from a big Italian family,’ Lavinia tells me. ‘My mother used to despair at our messiness, which she put down to a creative gene,’ she laughs. This creative streak reared its head after nine years working as an investment banker. ‘I became disillusioned with the finance world and wanted to find a new career,’ she admits. ‘I’d always been passionate about cooking, so I joined a cookery school to learn the ropes. I quickly decided that I didn’t want to be a chef – the unsocial hours and stressful working environment weren’t a million miles from the financial sector I’d just left, so I started to consider my career options in different areas of the food and hospitality industry.’ It was actually a batch of marshmallows that eventually provided the Eureka moment for Lavinia. ‘I was researching food trends in 2013 – we’d had the cupcake craze, and marshmallows
Lavinia in her sitting room
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looked like the next big thing. I started to handmake them at home, following a simple recipe of gelatine, sugar and water. After a while an overpowering bovine aroma, shall we say, began to pervade my home. I’m a meat-eater but even I was put off by the smell and I decided that I wanted to make vegetarian sweets and that would be my niche.’ Around the same time, Lavinia started to collaborate with renowned Italian pâtissier Mathieu Berti who introduced her to new flavour combinations and old methods of making confectionery. This sense of experimentation and innovation manifests itself in the five different Lavolio collections. When opened, the tins of sweets teem with delicacies of all shapes and sizes, from marblelike shiny orbs to brightly (but naturally) coloured beans. An assortment of flavours and textures, the Nutty Forest Collection I sample contains toasted hazelnuts enrobed in dark chocolate and a crisp sugar-spun shell, pistachios coated in vanilla and smooth pebbles of marzipan. ‘My favourite collection is the Decadent Spiced,’ Lavinia reveals. ‘Its subtle balance of cinnamon, saffron, chilli and coffee means it’s pure grown-up indulgence. ‘It’s an amazing feeling founding your own company,’ she admits. ‘It’s been a lot of hard work, but the fact that we are now stocked everywhere from Fortnum & Mason and Partridges to Bayley & Sage is fantastic,’ she enthuses. ‘That’s not to mention all the terrific collaborations we’ve had the privilege of working on, from art-gallery openings to producing bespoke boxes of treats for fashion brands like Moschino.’
Her passion for the products is palpable. ‘The sweets are a labour of love,’ she confesses, adding that when she does get time off from overseeing things at the office or visiting the factories in Italy, she enjoys the peace and quiet of her apartment where she unwinds making traditional pasta recipes handed down from her Nonna in Bologna. ‘I always make fresh tortellini,’ she says, as if it’s the easiest thing in the world. After the gluttony of the festive season, repentance usually starts to sink in around now, as the gym kit is reluctantly dug out from the back of the wardrobe where it has been gathering dust for a month. ‘My boyfriend’s grandmother lived to 99-and-a-half and she ate sugar every day – that’s all the justification I need,’ comes her response when I ask Lavinia whether she will be abstaining from her usual tasting duties this month (‘It’s for work!’ she protests). ‘Sugar is sugar. It’s never going to be healthy, but for me Lavolio has always been about using real flavours and the best-quality ingredients to craft something that isn’t laced with unnecessary additives. I wanted to create grown-up treats, something that people can pass around after dinner or enjoy with a glass of wine,’ she concludes with a smile. ‘After all, if you’re going to fall off the wagon, it might as well be worth it!’ n Lavolio Boutique Confectionery is available at: Bayley & Sage, 60 High Street, Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE (bayley-sage.co.uk); The Alberts Deli, 2 Worple Way, Richmond, TW10 6DF (thealbertsdeli.com) and online at lavolio.com
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L-R: Daniel Turner and Andrew Summers
Music everyone
for
Jennifer Mason quizzes Andrew Summers and Daniel Turner about what this year’s Barnes Music Festival has in store for audiences, its roots and what we can expect in the future
So how did the idea to host a local music festival originally come about? Andrew Summers: St Mary’s Church has always been an important epicentre of the community with a strong musical tradition, but it wasn’t until Daniel arrived to take up the post of Director of Music four years ago that the idea of hosting a top-quality music festival became a real possibility. Daniel Turner: It became obvious immediately that Andrew, as the chair of the Friends of St Mary’s, was the person I needed to speak to. I’d had in my mind to run a mini weekend of events, but after talking to Andrew, we called a meeting of various local organisations and individuals connected with music in Barnes, and the idea just blossomed. There was a huge sense of momentum and everyone seemed very keen on it. The original plan was, in 2013, to celebrate 100 years since Gustav Holst lived in the village. Then we decided that, if we were looking at Holst, we were looking at something that Julian Lloyd-Webber eloquently described as ‘the flowering of English music’ which had been overshadowed in the 19th century – and that became our mantra.
Jiaxin Cheng and husband Julian Lloyd Webber
Daniel, what was it that brought you to Barnes originally? DT: The real driving force to come here was the opportunity to work with young people – and that’s one of the best things about the Barnes Music Festival. With so many excellent schools in the area, there is a large pool of young singers vying for one of the prestigious choral scholarships which gives me the opportunity to mentor the next generation of talent.
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So emerging talent is an important part of the festival, then? AS: We’re keen to involve as many local organisations as possible. The festival is centred on St Mary’s Church because of its historical background, but we always wanted to make sure it’s spread across different SW13 locations; it was very important to make the festival a community event. We’ve included several local music groups that had barely got off the ground – the first year of the festival was the first performance they’d done. Since then, they’ve performed regularly. DT: It’s amazing to watch new talent grow. We’re committed to putting young, emerging musicians
alongside world-class artists so that audiences are exposed to a huge variety of things, all with a local flavour. One of my favourite memories is of watching young St Paul’s Boys’ singers alongside Cantabile, one of the best vocal ensembles in the world. That’s what the festival is all about.
How would you describe the ‘essence’ of the festival? DT: Our USP is to offer musical entertainment that caters for people of all tastes and levels of knowledge. If someone walks through the door of a festival event, they can be a complete novice or a connoisseur and they’ll still find something to
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Ralph Allwood
Festival Chorus at the 2014 Barnes Music
DT: Then we also have an event called Music of the Court of Bad King John which will stick closely to the medieval theme, a performance of Carmina Burana by the Barnes Choir, Bach’s St John Passion on Passion Sunday and a stunning showcase of Purcell’s King Arthur, starring narrators and local residents Gyles Brandreth, Patricia Hodge and Alistair McGowan. And that’s just to name a few!
Festival
How difficult is it to organise something on this scale? AS: It’s certainly a challenge, but we’ve been very lucky with the amount of support, both financial and organisational, that we get from local groups, individuals and businesses – particularly Marsh & Parsons estate agency, the Barnes Community Association and the Friends of the Barnes Music Festival. It’s also wonderful that a lot of the big names choose to donate their fees to local charities.
appreciate. Each concert is verbally introduced and all the music is put into context, so even if you know nothing about it previously, there’s an opportunity to learn. But we also showcase unknown works alongside the famous pieces, so even an expert will come and be able to experience something new.
What can audiences expect in 2015? AS: This year’s theme is Magna Carta: Music and Freedom. Throughout the year, people all over the UK will be celebrating the 800th anniversary of the sealing of the Magna Carta – one of the most important political documents in our history and the foundation for much of what we now know as ‘human rights’. Rather than sticking only to that era though, we’re taking that theme as a sort of ‘jumping-off point’ and showcasing music on the themes of freedom, liberty and democracy; ideas that have always been at the heart of musical expression. We have some events that are specifically related to Magna Carta – for example, the final event is a choral evensong showcasing a special Magna Carta anthem written for the cathedrals of Britain by Malcolm Archer – it will be performed at various times throughout the year across the country, so why not in Barnes too?
DT: Of course – professional musicians of this calibre usually work from five-year diaries, so we’ve got to be organised well ahead of time. In 2016, we want to go back to the roots of the festival and focus on the sheer numbers of talented composers and musicians who have been associated with Barnes. To that end, the festival theme will be Handel and the Composers of Barnes – based on the fact that Handel’s first English residence was in Barn Elms and he wrote some incredible music while living there. We also like to take into account historical context, and next year Britain will be remembering the Great Fire of London, so I’ve no doubt there will be some music from that period of history too – incorporating the views of another Barnes fan, Samuel Pepys. So, all in all, next year is something we’re hugely excited about too. n
This year’s festival takes place on 14-29 March at venues across Barnes. For the full festival programme and information on how to book your tickets, visit the Barnes Music Festival website (barnesmusicfestival.com)
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PARENTS & KIDS Half-term activities to keep the little ones entertained
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KEEP IT LOCAL
Design days 14-22 February
Story sessions 16-20 February Full of song, dance, drama and arts and crafts, each of these fun-filled fairytale adventures will take your child through exciting tales of daring and courage, both modern and classic.
As part of the series of events to celebrate its 500th birthday, Hampton Court Palace has teamed up with animation studios Aardman to produce a five-minute film, covering half a millennium of history. The palace is inviting budding artists to take part in one of several creative workshops – and even contribute to draw part of the film themselves.
Free with entry, suitable for ages four to 11, for full dates and times of workshops, visit the website. Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU, 0844 482 7777 (hrp.org.uk)
Nannies can
16-20 February, and Tuesdays The Pottery Café offers free tea and coffee for all nannies who accompany their small charges on Tuesdays to paint something beautiful for Mum and Dad – and during half-term the café will be launching ‘Out of this World’ week, where budding artists can enjoy decorating their tableware with space-themed sponges.
332 Richmond Road, East Twickenham, TW1 2DU, 020 8744 3000 (pottery-cafe.com)
Far East fairytale 18 February to 8 March
The familiar story of Cinderella with its evil stepmother, helpful animal friends and a lost shoe was actually first told in 9th-century China, 1,000 years before the first European children heard it. The tale of Yeh Shen is brought to life on stage this month with puppetry, live music and all the excitement of the Chinese Spring Festival.
£85 per child for the week, £25 per day ‘dropin’, 10am-12noon, suitable for ages two to eight. Twickenham Methodist Church Hall, Queens Road, TW1 4EN. Contact Amanda Wright on 020 3222 3085/07890 013 830 for more information (bridgeac.com)
FURTHER AFIELD
Sea science Throughout February
There’s plenty to see and do at the Science Museum, but for something really special, unleash the inner underwater explorers in your little ones by taking them to see the Mysteries of the Unseen World 3D film at the museum’s IMAX cinema. Narrated by Jim Carrey, the film will take audiences on a journey to discover the ocean floor and teach them about the dangers that threats like global warming present to ocean life.
Adults £11, concessions £9, family of three £27, family of four £30 (up to two adults), performance times vary, see website for full schedule, suitable for ages five and over. The Science Museum, Exhibition Road, South Kensington, SW7 2DD, 0870 870 4868 (sciencemuseum.org.uk)
£13.50, concessions £10, for full performance times see website, suitable for ages six and over. Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB, 020 8543 4888 (polkatheatre.com)
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Parent Trap: Nappy Valley Net Richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the four years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, launched it, with more than 130,000 visits to the site every month. An invaluable tool for parents based in south-west London who are seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site
Dyson, Henry or Miele? My beloved mother-in-law has decided to gift us a vacuum cleaner to celebrate the end of a renovation project and I’m wondering which is the best buy: the good old Henry, the fashionable Dyson or the pricey but high-quality Miele? Top replies: Sun 7 Dec, 2014 9.34pm
Fitting three car seats in the back Next year I will have a four year old, a two year old and a new baby. Our car is currently a BMW 3 Series with two MaxiCosi Priori seats in it and there’s very little space between them in the back seat, so we’re going to have to get a new car. I’m really not keen on having an extra row of seats instead as you end up with such a small boot, so can anyone recommend a car that you can fit three car seats in across the back bench, with a large boot too, or perhaps some narrower car seats? Top replies: Sat 22 Nov, 2014 10.56pm I’ve heard good things about some useful car seats, although I haven’t used them, try: multimac.co.uk Sat 22 Nov, 2014 11.20pm I’d recommend a Ford S-MAX – it fits three child or baby seats across the back row perfectly, has an extra two seats to pop up in the boot if you need them (as your little ones get older this can be very useful for accommodating friends), which still leaves a decent amount of boot space. If it’s just you, your partner and your three children across the back seat, you’ll have plenty of room to pile the boot full of toys, luggage or shopping. Sun 23 Nov, 2014 7.50am We’ve had our S-MAX for a while and
it’s given us no problems; it’s easy to drive around and fits everything you can imagine in it (especially when you put a box on the top too). My eldest is now six years old and my twins four years old, but for a long time we had three of those big Maxi-Cosi 18 months to four years old seats easily across the back. I can’t recommend it highly enough. Sun 23 Nov, 2014 8.41pm We had the same issue, but I have two good options for you. I had an Alfa Romeo Giulietta, which we bought to accommodate three seats across the back. This was the best option after quite a lot of research, as it’s slightly wider than the others of that car class and it made all the difference; we could fit in a baby chair (rear and front-facing) and two full-size car chairs. It was a lovely drive too. We now have a Volvo V40; you can still get three seats in the back, but it’s a bit more of a squeeze. Mon 24 Nov, 2014 9.08am We have a Toyota Verso. It may not be stylish, but it is practical and compact – great for squeezing down streets and it’s easy to park. Three car seats fit in with no bother and there’s plenty of manoeuvring space to do up the belts too. If you have three children it’s also very handy to have the extra seats that pop up in the back, so that you can give a friend a lift. It’s hardly the car of my dreams, but it does the job.
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I’ve had a Dyson in the past and we now have a Henry which I think works better. It also has the benefit of being able to simply throw away the bag rather than needing to be cleaned. Allegedly, Miele are the best (at least according to Which? tests), but I have no personal experience of its vacuum cleaners, although we have other Miele appliances which are great. Sun 7 Dec, 2014 10.01pm We’ve had our Miele for more than a year now and it’s brilliant – powerful but quiet at the same time. It came with a few different brushes, which have been very useful, and replacing the bag is easy and hassle-free. I’ve never had a Dyson or a Henry, but our cleaner says she prefers our Miele to her Henry. Sun 7 Dec, 2014 10.21pm I’ve been through two cylinder Dysons and an upright. I now have a Miele and I think it’s definitely superior! Mon 8 Dec, 2014 10.27am Miele is the best, in my opinion. I have tried others, but I always go back to a Miele. However, they don’t like building dust. The Henry is the only one that copes with builders’ dust and rubble, in my experience. Mon 8 Dec, 2014 10.41am Henrys are good for Victorian houses, as their long hoses reach quite far. Plus, they are easy and cheap to fix if anything needs replacing. They can also survive children climbing on them, chucking them down the stairs or dragging them around by the hose.
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Planning & Development Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south-west London
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Planning applications
Merton Council has been awarded £200,000 from the Mayor of London and TfL to put towards improving cycling conditions in Wimbledon town centre as part of its Local Implementation Plan. Last year the council bid for the funds as part of the GLA’s ‘mini-Hollands’ programme, and the money will be used to implement a range of schemes, potentially including segregated cycle lanes, arranging bike priority at busy junctions and linking underused alleyways to new cycle lanes across the borough.
Date RECEIVED: 10 December Address: Glentham Road Proposal: Change of use from Class B1(a) offices to Class C3 (dwelling houses) to the front of the first floor Date RECEIVED: 10 December Address: Richmond Park Road Proposal: Conversion and extension of existing garage Date RECEIVED: 11 December Address: Montrose Avenue PROPOSAL: Single-storey rear extension Date RECEIVED: 29 December Address: Prince Georges Road Proposal: Change of use to a micro-brewery (use within class B2) with an ancillary brewery shop and tap room/bar
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Station space As part of a six-month trial to ease problems for bus passengers outside Richmond Station, the council has designed a new layout that allows more space for buses as well as a new taxi rank located to the left of the station forecourt. The measures were put into place last month following consultations with TfL, London Buses, the police, taxi drivers and local residents to develop a blueprint that works for all concerned. Should the trial prove successful, the solutions will remain in place permanently.
Date RECEIVED: 31 December Address: Nelson Road Proposal: Erection of a rear roof extension, raising the ridge height by 250mm and raising party wall Date RECEIVED: 5 January Address: Roehampton Lane Proposal: Discharge for affordable housing clauses
(richmond.gov.uk)
Planned roadworks and closures in and around February STREET
planned work
dates
works owner
Atbara Road
Carry out footway repairs
Until 6 March
Richmond Upon Thames 020 8891 1411
Chertsey Road
Replacement of lighting columns and lanterns
Until 6 February
Transport for London 0845 305 1234
Disraeli Road
Traffic signal modifications
Until 15 February
Transport For London
East Sheen Avenue
Repair sewer failure
Until 6 February
Thames Water 0845 9200 800
Firstway
Excavate and connect to SGN gas main providing gas supply to new housing development
5-28 January
Wandsworth 020 8871 6000
Leyborne Park
Carry out footway patching repairs
Until 27 February
Richmond Upon Thames
Marlborough Road
Storage of materials for the works in High Street Colliers Wood
Until 13 February
Southern Gas Networks 0845 026 0015
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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 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) Richmond Council Civic Centre 44 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3BZ 0845 6122 660 richmond.gov.uk Wandsworth Council The Town Hall Wandsworth High Street SW18 2PU 020 8871 6000 wandsworth.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
Vets and pets M.A. Dog Training and Services 07547 716076 madogtraining@gmail.com madogtrainingandservices.co.uk Richmond Vets 161 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PN 020 8940 1090 richmondvets.co.uk
ORTHoDONTISTS Wimbledon Orthodontic Practice ‘Registered Specialist Orthodontists practising in the area since 1996’ 18 Tabor Grove Wimbledon, SW19 4EB 020 8944 0180 info@wimbledon-orthodontist.co.uk wimbledon-orthodontist.co.uk S P Orthodontics 2a Barham Road Wimbledon SW20 0EU 020 8946 3064 orthodontist-wimbledon.co.uk
Doctors
The Vet on Richmond Hill 38 Friars Stile Road Richmond TW10 6NQ 020 8948 3737 thevetonrichmondhill.com
Coombe Medical Practice 13 Brook Gardens Kingston upon Thames KT2 7ET 020 8605 0044 coombemedicalpractice.co.uk
Dentists Arthur Road Dental Practice 172 Arthur Road Wimbledon SW19 8AQ 020 8946 2646 dentistsw19.com
Richmond Practice - Private doctors’ service 19 Sheen Road (Opposite Waitrose carpark) Richmond TW9 1AD 020 8940 5009 richmondpractice.co.uk
Roseneath Dental Care Corner of Mount Ararat & Paradise Road, Richmond TW10 6PA, 020 8940 9955 roseneath.co.uk
Seymour House Surgery 154 Sheen Road Richmond TW9 1UU 020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk
Sheen Lane Health Centre Sheen Lane SW14 8LP 020 8876 3901 sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk
Optician David Clulow Opticians 5 George Street Richmond, TW9 1JY 020 8332 0345 davidclulow.com
Solicitors Dixon Ward 16 The Green TW9 1QD 020 8940 4051 dixon-ward.co.uk Russell-Cooke Solicitors 2 Putney Hill SW15 6AB 020 8789 9111 russell-cooke.co.uk
Cleaners Bright And Sparkling 07411 747 803 bright-and-sparkling.co.uk
EDUCATION Holy Cross 25 Sandal Road New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR 020 8395 4225 holycross.kingston.sch.uk
Rokeby School George Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7PB 020 8942 2247 rokebyschool.co.uk
IBSTOCK PLACE SCHOOL (Pre-preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School: ages 3-18) Clarence Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5PY 020 8876 9991 ibstockplaceschool.co.uk - 36 -
home & Culture Architects
Antiques
Andrew Catto Architects 154 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS 020 8785 0077 andrewcatto.co.uk
The Gooday Gallery 14 Richmond Hill TW10 6QX 020 8940 8652 thegoodaygallery.com
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 8946 5502 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
Orleans House Gallery Riverside Twickenham TW1 3DJ 020 8831 6000 richmond.gov.uk/orleans_house_ gallery
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
Lacy Road Gallery 30 Lacy Road Putney SW15 1NL 020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk
Strawberry Hill House (Horace Walpole’s Gothic Castle) 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST 020 8744 1241 strawberryhillhouse.org.uk
Landmark Art Gallery Landmark Arts Centre Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 020 8977 7558 landmarkartscentre.org
The Architect’s Gallery The Powder Rooms 69-71 Broad Street Teddington, TW11 8QZ 020 8977 7046 thearchitectsgallery.com
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, 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 8944 1066 wimbledon.com Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill Road Wimbledon Common SW19 5NR wimbledonwindmill@gmail.com wimbledonwindmill.org.uk
entertainment New Wimbledon Theatre The Broadway SW19 1QG 0844 871 7646 atgtickets.com/wimbledon
Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 polkatheatre.com
Normansfield Theatre The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, Teddington, TW11 9PS 0333 121 2300 langdondowncentre.org.uk
Putney Arts Theatre Ravenna Road, SW15 6AW 020 8788 6943 putneyartstheatre.org.uk
Orange Tree Theatre 1 Clarence Street Richmond, TW9 2SA 020 8940 3633 orangetreetheatre.co.uk
Richmond Theatre The Green, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7651 atgtickets.com/richmond
Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts 07973 900 196/07814 427 274 steponstageacademy.co.uk Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse 90 High Street, Hampton Hill TW12 1NZ teddingtontheatreclub.org.uk The Bearcat Comedy Club The Turk’s Head 28 Winchester Road St Margaret’s Twickenham TW1 1LF 020 8607 9190 bearcatcomedy.co.uk - 37 -
The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EU 020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk 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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Your local agents A selection of the areas top estate agents
Carter Jonas 44 White Hart Lane SW13 0PZ 020 8878 1115 (carterjonas.co.uk)
Douglas & Gordon Putney 127 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EZ 020 8785 6666 douglasandgordon.com
Hamptons Barnes 67 Barnes High Street SW13 9LD 020 8658 7344 (sales) 020 8970 7895 (lettings) East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG 020 8454 7247 (sales) 020 8936 3028 (lettings) Putney 184 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8454 7243 (sales) 020 8454 7259 (lettings) Richmond 8 The Quadrant TW9 1BP 020 8454 7251 (sales) 020 8454 7261 (lettings)
Teddington 164 High Street TW11 8HU 020 8970 7902 (sales) 020 8970 7906 (lettings) Wimbledon High Street SW19 5BA 020 8454 7249 (sales) 020 8454 7265 (lettings) hamptons.co.uk
Knight Frank Barnes & Putney 56 Barnes High Street SW13 9LF 020 3371 3130 Esher The Old Post House High Street KT10 9QA 01372 464496
East Sheen 202 Upper Richmond Road SW14 8AN 020 8878 2828
Richmond 40-42 Hill Rise TW10 6UA 020 8614 9100
Richmond 1 The Quadrant TW9 1BP 020 8939 1770 marshandparsons.co.uk
Wimbledon 1 High Street SW19 5DX 020 8971 8111 savills.co.uk
Robert Holmes & Co Wimbledon Willow House 35 High Street SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes)
Winkworth Barnes 2 Barnes High Street SW13 9LB 020 8255 0088 (sales) 020 8878 7966 (lettings)
11-13 Church Road SW19 5DW 020 8879 9669 (lettings) robertholmes.co.uk
Wimbledon 37 Church Road SW19 5DQ 020 8946 2930 winkworth.co.uk
Richmond 5 Duke Street TW9 1HP 020 8939 2803 Wimbledon 81 High Street SW19 5EG 020 8946 0026 knightfrank.co.uk
Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street SW13 9LN 020 8939 6900 East Sheen 298a Upper Richmond Road West SW14 7JG 020 8018 777
Marsh & Parsons Barnes 73/75 Church Road SW13 9HH020 8563 8333
Putney 196 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8788 9295
Putney 198 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8780 9900
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PROPERT Y WATCH Eastern promise Clive Moon, Head of Savills Wimbledon, discusses Wimbledon’s international appeal Wimbledon Park Hill
Marryat Place
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imbledon has always been a very popular location for families, but recently we have noticed an increasing interest in this area from Chinese families. Whilst this has been prevalent for a few years, the trend was especially noticeable last year, with at least 10 known sales of family houses to Chinese or Far East-based buyers in 2014. Whereas prime central London is an attractive option for investors buying either to rent or purely for price growth, Chinese families tend to buy in Wimbledon to live; with the main motive being education. For Chinese buyers, proximity to good schools is just as important as accessibility to shops and restaurants. We have some excellent schools here; especially popular is King’s College School, rated in the top five in the UK and with an excellent reputation in the Far East. Indeed, there are potential plans in the pipeline to build partner schools in China, and this reputation is drawing more families to the area, helped further by the international accessibility of Wimbledon. With both Gatwick and Heathrow a mere 40-minute journey away, and central London within 20 minutes by rail, we are perfectly placed here for ease of access to both the City and abroad. Coupled with the fabulous open space of the Common, Wimbledon is an exceptional place to live. We have also noticed a change in budgets. Whereas a couple of years ago Far Eastern buyers would predominantly purchase at around the £2million mark, the typical budget has now doubled. It is as if the advance party has tested the water in Wimbledon
and, subsequently, confidence in the area has strengthened and demand is spreading, with more families buying here and at a higher price. In terms of property style, new-build houses are particularly popular, with large gardens not always being important. There are a number of new housing developments in Wimbledon at the moment that fit the style that most Chinese families look for. We are currently selling six luxury five-bedroom houses at Marryat Place, in the centre of Wimbledon Village, built by the Berkeley Group, as well as the gated Petersgate development in Coombe Hill by Cala Homes and the fabulous extensive development of Wimbledon Hill Park, sitting within 19 acres. Chinese buyers often find a property by using buying agents or contacts that they already have in the area, making the process easier. We are also very lucky at Savills to have our Greater China Desk, enabling us to provide a bespoke service to our Far Eastern contacts, with Mandarin or Cantonese speakers handling the process from the initial search through to negotiation and post-sales care. With forecasts of growth of more than 20 per cent in property prices over the next five years, Wimbledon is a great place to buy, and in the year ahead we expect Chinese interest in Wimbledon to continue as new developments are completed and further stock becomes available. n
Savills Wimbledon, 1 High Street, SW19 5DX, 020 8971 8111 (savills.co.uk)
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Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Richmond Hill This handsome, substantial and elegant five bedroom Victorian house has been the subject of a complete renovation programme. This exceptional family home provides extensive and generously proportioned accommodation and occupies a prime position on this highly desirable Richmond Hill street. EPC: F
£2,895,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Richmond Office Sales. 020 8454 7621 | Lettings. 020 8454 7261
Completely renovated Master bedroom suite with bath and shower Four further bedrooms Three bathrooms Garden Off-street parking
Wimbledon An impressive detached family home, refurbished and extended to a very high standard, situated close to the All England Lawn Tennis Club. The contemporary style home includes five bedrooms, flexible reception space, large driveway and wonderful southfacing landscaped garden. EPC: C
£2,850,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7265
Detached family home High specification Five bedrooms Flexible reception space South facing garden Close to All England Club
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Putney A handsome eight bedroom detached house maintaining a number of the original period features. The Edwardian house has been in the same family for 26 years. The property is located on a corner plot, with a South-facing garden and off-street parking. EPC: E
£3,250,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Detached Eight bedrooms Three bathrooms Four reception rooms South-facing garden Private parking
Barnes A striking four bedroom newly refurbished semi-detached home, in a great location close to the pond, presented in superb condition throughout. The house offers fantastic depth of living space, a lot of natural light and is decorated in a neutral style. EPC: C
£2,500,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Off street parking Open plan kitchen/dining room Master bedroom suite Walk-in wardrobe Three further bedrooms (one en-suite) Lateral living space
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
East Sheen This detached family home has been thoughtfully extended and beautifully refurbished to provide spacious and practical accommodation. Some of the many highlights include a feature fireplace and fitted book shelves in the main reception, a stylish open-plan kitchen/dining room, downstairs cloakroom, utility room, four bedrooms and two bathrooms, both with underfloor heating. The property offers a good sized garden to the rear with direct access to a garage which itself offers an off-street parking space. EPC: D
Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | Lettings. 020 3601 1912
£1,250,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Chain Free Garage & off-street parking Reception room Kitchen/dining room Four bedrooms Two bathrooms
Hampton A striking four bedroom double fronted detached family home located in the heart of Hampton Hill which offers versatile family accommodation arranged predominantly over three floors with a beautiful rear and side garden and off street parking for several cars. EPC: F
£1,495,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | Lettings. 020 8970 7906
Four bedrooms Three reception rooms Two bathrooms Detached house Private parking 2,477 Approx Sq Ft
KnightFrank.co.uk
Montague Road, Richmond TW10 A stunning house on this desirable road
A beautifully presented period family house on arguably Richmond Hill's most sought after road. 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, entrance hall, drawing room, dining room, kitchen/family room, utility room, garden, off‐street parking, plenty of storage. EPC rating E. Approximately 369 sq m ﴾3,971 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
Freehold Guide price: £4,750,000 ﴾RCH140175﴿
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Ham Common, Richmond TW10
A beautifully presented double fronted family house Arranged over just two floors with fabulous views over picturesque Ham Common. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, study, 150' garden, garage, gated parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 457 sq m ﴾4,919 sq ft﴿
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
Freehold Guide price: £4,500,000 ﴾RCH080030﴿
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KnightFrank.co.uk Lonsdale Road, Barnes SW13
Four bedroom house in a prime location in Barnes This un‐extended semi‐detached period house offers excellent opportunity to develop and extend. With 4 bedrooms, family bathroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, loft room, cloakroom, front garden, rear garden. EPC rating E. Approximately 200 sq m ﴾2,152 sq ft﴿. Freehold Guide price: £1,999,999
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130 ﴾BNS140006﴿
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Archway Street, Barnes SW13
A unique family home in 'Little Chelsea' This beautiful property offers amazing lateral accommodation including a master suite with conservatory and terrace, 5 further bedrooms, 3 further bath/shower rooms, entrance hall, 3 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, cloakroom, garden and garage. EPC rating E. Approx. 366 sq m ﴾3,939 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £2,999,950
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130
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KnightFrank.co.uk Lonsdale Road, Barnes SW13
Architecturally inspired five bedroom house An outstanding period property that has been redeveloped and redesigned by an award winning architect offering exceptional and versatile living space. With 5 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, cloakroom, reception room, study, cinema room, dining/family room, kitchen, utility room, garden, off street parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 333 sq m ﴾3,588 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £4,500,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130
Larpent Avenue, Putney SW15
Another quality home by Kellerlondon An exceptional family house set behind an original Victorian front facade. 6 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, drawing room, study, kitchen/family room, utility, gym, cinema room, wine cellar, landscaped garden, terrace, lap pool, off street parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 506 sq m ﴾5,450 sq ft﴿ Freehold Guide price: £5,250,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130
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Luxury Apartments at Wimbledon Hill Park Wimbledon Hill Park offers an exclusive collection of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments in one of Wimbledon’s premier addresses. Conveniently located for Wimbledon Village and within close proximity of Central London, Wimbledon Hill Park benefits from a unique blend of spacious living with a luxurious specification, residents’ gym and concierge. All set within 19 acres of protected parkland. Prices from £1,150,000
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1 AN EXCEPTIONALLY PRESENTED SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE IN BARNES VILLAGE lowther road, sw13 2 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast/family room ø master bedroom with en suite shower room ø 3 further bedrooms (1 en suite) ø bathroom ø planning permission to extend into the loft ø 60' landscaped garden ø garden studio ø off-street parking ø 323 sq m (3,482 sq ft) ø EPC=C Guide £2.5 million Freehold
Savills Barnes Sandra Carline scarline@savills.com
020 8939 6900
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1 A UNIQUE DETACHED RESIDENCE OCCUPYING A PLOT OF OVER HALF AN ACRE fife road, sw14 3 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 4/5 bedrooms ø 4 bathrooms ø cellar ø landscaped south-facing garden backing directly onto Richmond Park ø garaging for 2 cars ø 366 sq m (3,940 sq ft) ø EPC=D Offers in excess of £5.5 million Freehold
Savills East Sheen Michael Randall mrandall@savills.com
020 8018 7775
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GROSVENOR HILL, sw19
THE QUADRANT, tw9
Bedroom ø reception room ø open plan kitchen ø bathroom ø lift ø secure parking ø 46 sq m (495 sq ft) ø Council Tax=E ø EPC=D
2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø 81 sq m (870 sq ft) ø Council Tax=E ø EPC=B
Furnished £1,575 pcm
Unfurnished £2,300 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114
THE GRANGE, sw19
LENNOX HOUSE, tw1
2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø lift ø off-street parking ø 94 sq m (1,015 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D
2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø underground parking ø gated development ø river views ø 105 sq m (1,130 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C
Unfurnished £2,500 pcm
Unfurnished £3,100 pcm
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply* Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114
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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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A STUNNING FLAT OFFERING GREAT VIEWS OVER THE RIVER deodar road, sw15 3 bedrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø separate kitchen ø 2 bathrooms ø communal gardens ø off-street parking ø 120 sq m (1,299 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
Unfurnished £3,250 pcm + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*
Savills Putney Richard Hole rhole@savills.com
020 8780 6117
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A COMMANDING GRADE II LISTED HOUSE DESIGNED BY A.W. BLOMFIELD AND BUILT IN 1868 east sheen, sw14 7 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø conservatory ø 5 bathrooms ø roof terrace ø swimming pool ø gym ø 899 sq m (9,685 sq ft) ø Council Tax=G
Flexible furnishings £30,000 pcm + £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*
Savills East Sheen Emily O'Garra eogarra@savills.com
020 8614 9114 *£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.
boileaus.com Now part of the Carter Jonas network
Rocks Lane Barnes Village SW13
A well-presented split level apartment occupying the top two floors of this charming Victorian building located within a short walk of Barnes Village. Reception room • 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms • Kitchen • Balcony EPC rating D
Guide price £1,295,000
Barnes Village
020 8741 7400 mark.wood@carterjonas.co.uk
Fairacres Roehampton SW15
An extremely spacious second floor apartment set in stunning grounds and having the benefit of a balcony and underground parking. Large reception room • 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms • Modern eat-in kitchen Balcony overlooking beautifully landscaped gardens • EPC rating D
To let £2,750 pcm*/£634 pw
*Rent excludes administration fees. Please contact our branch who can provide this information.
Barnes
020 8878 1115 charlotte.godley@carterjonas.co.uk
Wymond Street SW15 £1,595,000 Freehold West Putney Sales 020 8785 6666 | wputneysales@dng.co.uk
Brewhouse Lane SW15 £775,000 Leasehold East Putney Sales 020 8788 3000 | putneysales@dng.co.uk North
Chelsea
Fulham
This family home covering 1,686 sq.ft. is situated in one of West Putney's premier streets. The kitchen has recently been extended and the rooms and wide corridors give a sense of space and light throughout.
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Large family kitchen, Garden, Cellar, Cloakroom, Loft, EPC: E.
A stylish, second floor, apartment situated in this popular purpose-built block with fantastic views over the river. Arranged over 795 sq.ft. this modern home is beautifully presented and offers well thought out living space.
2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony, Underground parking, Concierge, EPC: C.
Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush
Kensington
Kensington Gate
South Kensington
Notting Hill
Pimlico & Westminster
douglasandgordon.com
India Way SW15 ÂŁ830 per week Fees apply Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk
Pembridge Place SW15 ÂŁ646 per week Fees apply Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk South
Balham
Battersea
Battersea Park
A well-presented family home located in the picturesque and exclusive development on Queen Mary's Place. The property, which is light and airy throughout, boasts a large garden and off-street parking.
3 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Study/4th bedroom, Balcony, Garden, Off-street parking, EPC: B.
A spacious end-of-terrace house in a gated, mews-style, development. Located just off Putney Bridge Road the house has a lovely modern kitchen that opens onto a mature, family garden.
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Reception room, Dining room, Kitchen, Garden, Off-street parking, Cloakroom, EPC: C.
Clapham
East Putney
Southfields & Earlsfield
West Putney
Wimbledon Common
£6,950,000
An exceptional 1920’s residence set in secluded grounds of over 1.25 acre located within a short walk of Wimbledon Common and close to the Village 4 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast/sun room • study • gymnasium • ancillary kitchen (incl staff flat) • utility room • 7 bedrooms (2 bed staff flat) • 8 bath/shower rooms (5 e/s) • swimming pool • clay tennis court • garaging and drive ER/D
Wimbledon
£6,950,000
A stunning detached residence of over 7,300 sq ft built by award winning developer Newcourt Residential and finished to exacting standards overlooking the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course to the rear Reception hall • 2 reception rooms • kitchen/dining/family room • study • cinema • swimming pool & sauna • wine store • master bedroom suite • 5 further bedrooms • 5 further bath/shower rooms • landscaped garden • gated drive • garage • lift
Wimbledon Village’s PremierVillage Estate Agent - Sales: +44 (0) 20 8947 9833 Wimbledon Wimbledon Village 020 8947 020 8947 98339833
www.robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk
Wimbledon Village
£6,500,000
Wimbledon Village
£3,375,000
A handsome Dutch-style Edwardian house in a sought after residential road in the heart of Wimbledon Village
A bright and well-presented, substantial Edwardian semidetached house with a Village location
5 receptions • kitchen/dining room • cellar • 7 bedrooms • 5 bath/showers • gardens • garage & osp ER/D
3 receptions • kitchen/breakfast room • wine cellar • store room • 6 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms (1 e/s) • garden ER/E
Wimbledon
Wimbledon
POA
£2,775,000
A Victorian family house refurbished & modernised to a very high standard
With spectacular views to the rear towards Cannizaro Park & the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course
3 receptions • kitchen/dining room • 6/7 bedrooms (inc gym) • 5 bath/showers • sauna • garden • garage • ER/D
4 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast room • 6 bedrooms • 4 bath/showers (1 e/s) • garden • garage and osp ER/E
Coombe Park
Wimbledon Common
£4,750,000
£3,150,000
An impressive contemporary residence of over 7,300 sq ft set in 0.6 acre with potential to enlarge
A well-priced house in a small and exclusive development by the Common
Reception hall • 3 receptions • kitchen/breakfast • master suite • 7 bedrooms • 6 bath/showers • osp • gardens ER/D
2 receptions • media room • kitchen/breakfast room • 7 bedrooms • 6 bathrooms • garage • garden • ER/C
Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - 8947 Lettings: +44 (0) 20 8879 9669 Wimbledon Wimbledon Wimbledon Village Village Village 020 020 8947 020 8947 9833 9833 9833
Hillersdon HillersdonAvenue AvenueSW13 SW13 £2,800,000 Hillersdon Avenue SW13£2,800,000 £2,800,000 AA truly truly spectacular spectacular six-bedroom six-bedroom house house located located in in the the heart heart ofof Barnes Barnes Village, Village, boasting boasting spacious spacious rooms rooms A truly spectacular six-bedroom house located in the heart of Barnes Village, boasting spacious rooms including including a beautiful a beautiful reception reception room room with with direct direct access access toto a large a large garden. garden. Freehold. Freehold. EPC=D EPC=D including a beautiful reception room with direct access to a large garden. Freehold. EPC=D
Barnes: Barnes: 020 020 8563 8563 8333 8333sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk
Kings Road Road TW10 TW10 £2,000,000 Kings £2,000,000 This recently refurbished, six-bedroom town house, located on one of Richmond’s most sought after This recently refurbished, six-bedroom town house, located on one of Richmond’s most sought after streets, boasts a large new kitchen and dining area. Freehold. EPC=C streets, boasts a large new kitchen and dining area. Freehold. EPC=C
Richmond: 020 8939 1770 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk Richmond: 020 8939 1770 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk
Palewell PalewellPark ParkSW14 SW14£1,795,000 £1,795,000 Palewell Park SW14 £1,795,000 This This beautiful beautiful Edwardian Edwardian five-bedroom five-bedroom family family house, house, situated situated onon a sought a sought after after tree-lined tree-lined avenue, avenue, This beautiful Edwardian five-bedroom family house, situated on a sought after tree-lined avenue, boasts boasts spacious spacious rooms rooms and and a large a large west west facing facing garden. garden. Freehold. Freehold. EPC=E EPC=E boasts spacious rooms and a large west facing garden. Freehold. EPC=E
East East Sheen: Sheen: 020 020 8878 8878 2828 2828sales.esh@marshandparsons.co.uk sales.esh@marshandparsons.co.uk East Sheen: 020 8878 2828 sales.esh@marshandparsons.co.uk
Grove Road Road SW13 SW13 ÂŁ885,000 Grove ÂŁ885,000 This immaculate ground floor apartment located in an ideal Central Barnes location, boasts fantastic This immaculate ground floor apartment located in an ideal Central Barnes location, boasts fantastic lateral living space and three large bedrooms. Leasehold. EPC=D lateral living space and three large bedrooms. Leasehold. EPC=D
Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk
Montpelier MontpelierRow RowTW1 TW1£11,750 £11,750 per month Montpelier Row TW1 £11,750per permonth month Located Located onon one one ofof the the most most prestigious prestigious roads roads in in Twickenham, Twickenham, this this grand grand eight-bedroom eight-bedroom house house offers offers aa Located on one of the most prestigious roads in Twickenham, this grand eight-bedroom house offers a flexible flexible layout layout arranged arranged over over four four floors floors and and is is filled filled with with character. character. EPC=E EPC=E flexible layout arranged over four floors and is filled with character. EPC=E
Richmond: Richmond: 020 020 8939 8939 1770 1770lets.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk lets.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk Richmond: 020 8939 1770 lets.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk
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