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Dear Resident, It is that time of year again, and all eyes are drawn towards Wimbledon for the 2013 lawn tennis championships. Although the players provide more than enough fodder for conversation, we wanted to go behind-the-scenes at the All England Lawn and Tennis Club to reveal the details that you might not previously have considered. Lulu Rumsey speaks to Johnny Perkins about Hawk-eye technology, sowing the seeds of a successful verdant lawn and, of course, those strawberries (page 8). We have also popped round to Barnes to explore the fantastic array of brands catering for tots and toddlers on the shelves at Membery London – perfect for style-conscious little ones (p. 24). For grown-ups, flick to our fashion news page, detailing some of the trends that caught our attention this month (p. 21). After all that shopping and tennis, we appreciate the need for a dose of rest and relaxation – so to round-off our issue, we visited The Magnolia Room in Putney to trial a facial, and we heartily recommend experiencing it yourself.
Photograph by Neil Tingle. Image courtesy of the AELTC
Distributed to selected homes in the borough of Richmond upon Thames, as well as Wimbledon, Putney, Barnes and Coombe, the Residents’ Journal is a platform for locals to discuss issues and events that matter. We would love to hear from you, email: contact@residentsjournal.co.uk. If you do not reside in one of our areas but would like to subscribe, please send us an email. The cost of a subscription for six months is £20 and £36 for a year. Managing Editor Katie Randall Main Editorial Contributor Lulu Rumsey Editorial Assistants Lauren Romano Henry Hopwood-Phillips
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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our round-up of local news
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Image courtesy of RBG Kew
Wimbledon and Putney Commons Conservators’ Meetings
Image courtesy of RBG Kew
Kew welcomes new director Kew Gardens is preparing to welcome a new addition to its team, with Richard Barley scheduled to take over the post of Director of Horticulture in July. Richard comes to Kew after a career as the Chief Executive Officer at Open Gardens Australia, which followed a ten year directorship at the Royal Botanical Gardens, Melbourne. Unfazed by the continental shift of his return from down under, not to mention the radical climate swing, Richard has spoken of his excitement and enthusiasm at his new venture. He will take his place on Kew’s Executive Board next month.
(kew.org)
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10 June Conservators’ meeting at the Information Centre at Manor Cottage, Windmill Road, SW19 5NR at 5pm
19 June Annual Open Meeting at Christ Church Hall The public are invited to attend both meetings but may not participate (wpcc.org.uk)
Heritage Tales The latest chronicle from the Wimbledon Society Museum Press is a narrative of notable events and places, all of which celebrated an anniversary of sorts last year. From the 200th birthday of Charles Dickens to the anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic, the book, compiled by Tony Matthews, finds local significance in national events as it commends the rich cultural heritage of Wimbledon.
£7. Available from the Museum of Wimbledon 22 Ridgway, SW19 4QN (wimbledonmuseum.org.uk)
Little Voices launch
Anything Goes The Wimbledon Light Opera Society will tread the boards this month as the cast take on Cole Porter’s classic musical voyage.
12-15 June at New Wimbledon Theatre 93 The Broadway, SW19 1QG For tickets call 0844 871 7646
Following its success in neighbouring Fulham, Little Voices is preparing to open its doors to budding young singers and performers in Putney with a free launch workshop this June. Under the headship of local singer Ashlea Pearson, Little Voices hopes to give children from the ages of 4 to 18 the chance to develop their vocal talents and drama skills. Founded in 2007 the performing arts organisation has gained a reputation for providing children with a valuable, confidence-building experience.
Little Voices Putney will host its inaugural, free workshop at 11am on Saturday 8 June at The Community Church Hall, Werter Road, SW15 2LL Register at: littlevoices.org.uk/Putney
Traffic warning! Wimbledon Tennis Championships 2013 24 June – 7 July Wimbledon kicks off this month – drivers and pedestrians are reminded that Southfields, Wimbledon Village, Wimbledon town centre and areas near Church Road and Wimbledon Park Road may be exceptionally busy.
Anchors away Paddles at the ready: Richmond is preparing to welcome a new rowing club this month in the form of the Richmond Bridge Boat Club. Situated beside Richmond Bridge on the banks of the Thames, the new club counts itself as offering something for every rower, whatever their ability or seafaring disposition: it boasts one of the largest ranges of boats available on the Thames and membership comes at all levels, from complete beginners to adept mariners. To celebrate this very welcome arrival, the club is hosting a launch event on Saturday 8 June. Richmond-based boat-builder Mark Edwards, who famously built the star of last year’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant, the Gloriana, will conduct the launch ceremony, which starts at 12pm.
(richmondbridgeboatclub.org)
Wimbledon Village Fair The Wimbledon Village Fair, one of the most popular summer events south of the river returns once more this June. Hosted by the Wimbledon Guild, which supports families and individuals within the Wimbledon community facing social or financial hardship, last year’s event raised £27,000 to allow the Guild to continue providing its highly valued role. Hoping for a repeat performance, this year’s fair is testament to the superb food and entertainment Wimbledon Village has to offer, and will feature a petting zoo, zorb balls, farmers market, grand raffle, pony rides and plenty of local performing talent. An event not to be missed.
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Image by John Haynes
Image by John Haynes
The Globe comes to richmond Bankside’s Globe Theatre may be the spiritual home of Shakespeare’s stage masterpieces, however Richmond’s Curzon Cinema has defied geography to encapsulate some of the playwright’s most famous theatrical productions into its summer programme. June prompts the start of Richmond’s Globe on Screen 2013 series, which will see the televised broadcasting of three of the writer’s most famous plays into the Richmond cinema. The summer kicks off with Henry V, the 16th century tale of the militaristic ambitions of an insecure new monarch and the troubled, but ultimately successful, invasion of France. Twelfth Night and The Taming of the Shrew are set to follow in July.
Henry V: 7.30pm on Monday 3 June at Water Lane, TW9 1TJ (curzoncinemas.com/cinemas/richmond)
Image by Bronwen Sharpe
Noticeboard Congratulations on your first issue. You have produced a great looking magazine with plenty of really interesting local material. A better balance between editorial and advertising than some of the other free publications in this part of London. Tony Matthews, Editor of the Wimbledon Society Newsletter
I received a copy of your magazine through my door yesterday. The usual dross is generally recycled without a second glance. Thank you for the first local magazine that is well worth a read. Elegant presentation, informative and interesting content - a magazine to look forward to. Best, Chrissie, a local resident
Hi, I’m a resident of Richmond and received a copy of the new journal over the weekend. I must say it is a lovely magazine; both look and feel is wonderful. Best regards, Justine
artist opens her home Richmond artist Annabel Ridley will open her home for the first time during this year’s Open House Art Exhibition, which takes place across the borough in June. Annabel, a painter and glass engraver who has exhibited across the world, will display a collection of oil and watercolour paintings and glasswork at her Richmond Hill home, where she has lived for the past 49 years. Many of her vibrantly coloured canvases were inspired by her travels, which have seen her exhibit in Washington, Yemen, Oman and Mexico, among other pit-stops. The former family home has become a veritable in-house studio for Annabel, who glass engraves from an attic studio that overlooks the Thames, while the ground floor will act as a gallery for her paintings during the two weekends of the event.
21 June, 6pm-9pm; 22 June, 11am-6pm; 23 June, 11am-6pm 28 June, 6pm-9pm; 29 June, 11am-6pm; 30 June, 11am-6pm 29 Richmond Hill, TW10 6RE (annabelridley.co.uk) -6-
The Pimlico Kid Local resident Barry Walsh is preparing to launch his first novel, a piece of fiction entitled The Pimlico Kid. Scheduled for publication in July, Barry’s literary debut is a compelling exploration of childhood first love and the emotional angst incurred. Through the eyes of Billy Driscoll and best mate Peter ‘Rooky’ Rooker, readers are swept up in a poignant coming of age tale set in the summer of 1963 London.
The Pimlico Kid will be published on 4 July by Harper Collins
Playing ball
Guided Walk When summer arrives in London, there can be no better escape than a roam around Richmond Park. On Saturday 1 June the Friends of Richmond Park will host a guided walk open to everyone. Starts at Sheen Gate car park at 10am.
(frp.org.uk/walks)
Richmond Park Reflections The Holly Lodge Centre will host an evening of music, entertainment, fine wine and great food on Tuesday 11 June at Pembroke Lodge. Kathryn Hide, a veteran performer at the annual event, has put together a programme for the evening’s entertainment that features a cappella group The Tiffinians, as part of a repertoire of well-known acclaimed musicians. Richmond Park Reflections will be held in the presence of Holly Lodge patron HRH Princess Alexandra.
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It may not be his sport of choice, but former footballer Gary Lineker is clearly up for the challenge of pastures new, as he’s scheduled to make an appearance at Richmond Park Golf Club this month. The former England captain is preparing to team up with TV presenter Steve Rider for a charity golf day held by United Response on 17 June. Fans of the internationally renowned footballer (or those looking to impress a sportsman out of his comfort zone) can sign up to take part and raise money for a charity that supports young people and adults dealing with disabilities.
Entry costs £160 per golfer, £640 for a team of four or £80 for lunch only Roehampton Gate, Priory Lane, SW15 5JR To book go to unitedresponse.org.uk/golfday2013
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Wimbledon:
Behind the Scenes Behind each year’s winners lies an operation that organisers have likened to running an
army. Lulu Rumsey visits the All England Lawn Tennis Club to see what goes into creating one of the world’s favourite sporting events, world champions aside Aerial of the Grounds by Matthias Hangst. Image courtesy of AELTC
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hursday 12 July, 2012: Centre Court, Wimbledon. The battle-scarred grass carpet where this year’s champions were made and its losers commiserated is unceremoniously ripped up. The Slazenger-shaped combat marks of Murray and Federer’s final showdown are quickly lost within the green mulch, but there’s no time for sentimentalism: in 20 days’ time the players, public and press will return, this time for the Olympic Games. Every year the grass courts are replaced, but 2012 saw two lawns laid on each court in the space of a few weeks. The 20-day fast-track mission must have made the traditional year-long turnaround procedure seem extravagantly leisurely, but head groundsman Neil Stubley downplays the feat, pointing out that his team had had six years to prepare for the frenzied three-week period: ‘We ended up getting these special germination tubs that they use in the horticultural industry to accelerate germination.’ Needless to say, everything went off without a hitch. As with all sports, the public eye defines Wimbledon by its champions. Among the trophies and flashbulbs there’s little room for more than passing interest in the multi-faceted operation that lurks beneath. But as with all gargantuan operations, some of the most crucial components exist only behind the scenes. ‘The number of times people say to me: “What a great job you have, working two weeks a year”...’ admits Johnny Perkins, championships spokesperson, shaking his head. For Johnny and everyone else working in the shadow of Centre Court action, making the championships happen is a full-time, year-round job. For one thing, work begins on the preparation of the treasured grass courts a week after the championships’ closing match, that is, as soon as the AELTC’s chairman has played a final game on the Wednesday afternoon following Wimbledon’s culmination. From there, its game time for the weedkiller, used to precipitate the demise of the grass courts and pave the way for next year’s crop. By winter, the courts are ‘put to bed’, in preparation for the springtime cutting, where the grass is fastidiously trimmed to a precise 8mm. There are no lines on Centre Court during my visit in May – they’re due to be applied at the end of the month – but the precious expanse is guarded by security guards (and dogs at night, I’m told) to keep disruptions at bay. Every element of Wimbledon runs on a tight schedule. The championships’ catering operation holds both the respectable and formidable title of being the largest in the whole of Europe. It’s a mission Martyn Joyce, director of facilities management catering, describes as akin to running an army. ‘We have 1,800 staff, all recruited and managed directly by us,’ he says. ‘We manage every single one of our staff and all their individual enquiries, so it’s a massive, massive process.’ Those staff are responsible not just for delivering the obligatory strawberries and cream – the former from Kent, and the latter sourced locally from Wimbledon – into the mouths of the masses, but also for catering to the gastronomic whims of the players. ‘The players are so creative when it comes to food requests,’ says Martyn. ‘We have special diets for all sorts of players’ needs – gluten-free, dairy-free, this-free, that-free, you name it.’ At the moment, sushi’s the most popular item on the menu, because players are able to consume it 15 minutes after play for a quick protein intake. For those of us more easily pleased, what of the strawberries? They’re all grown under polythene, meaning that the days of
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last-minute anguish at ruined crops and frantic imports flown in from the States are a thing of the past. There’s a contingency plan though, in case of a freak strawberry production disaster. Traditionalists look away now: ‘Raspberries are our back-up and if all else fails we’d 28,000kg of strawberries offer some blueberries,’ says Martyn. 7,000 litres of cream It seems an obvious question, and I’m almost reluctant to ask it, but… Do the architects of 54,000 Slazenger balls Wimbledon enjoy watching the tennis? 19 grass courts Neil casually points to his designated (courtside) 1 hawk seat at Centre Court but admits he rarely uses it to watch Wimbledon’s most hyped up matches. ‘I tend to watch ‘overseas week’ [when the players are practising],’ he says. ‘They’re a lot calmer and the media hasn’t arrived yet so they don’t have their game-face on.’ ‘I like tennis,’ says Martyn. ‘But I can’t watch tennis at Wimbledon, I’m too busy. So I go to France to watch it, at the French Open.’ Who’d have thought it?
Vital Statistics
Rufus the Hawk
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Even the most famous grass courts in the world aren’t immune to the excretory whim of London’s pigeons. After a year spent preparing the courts for their two weeks in the spotlight, organisers can’t afford to have their efforts dampened by a pigeon who can’t take a hint – enter, Rufus, a Harris Hawk who patrols the skies throughout the year and who steps up his duties at championships time. In a bizarre turn of events last summer, Rufus was briefly stolen, provoking a nationwide outcry of concern. He was swiftly recovered, and will resume his post this June.
Image by Bob Martin courtesy of AELTC
Rufus the Hawk by Tom Lovelock Image courtesy of AELTC
Image courtesy of AELTC
Ball boys and girls
Hawk-Eye technology
BBGs, as they’re known around the courts, are all selected from local Wimbledon schools. Selection for the prestigious posts begins in January, and training starts shortly after. Ball Boys and Ball Girls manager Sarah Goldson says speed is an essential part of the BBGs’ duty, as well as looking the part and responding to instruction. ‘They do get nervous,’ she admits. ‘Obviously in training we can’t replicate the crowds and the number of people watching them.’ Divided into teams of six, those BBGs who have participated the previous year will be earmarked for duties on Centre Court, although there is room for swift promotion for those who show potential. ‘If we think a team has the potential to be on a main court we’ll put them on.’ Infamously, in 1995 one ball girl came between a frustrated Tim Henman and the net, resulting in Henman’s disqualification from the doubles match.
Rufus’ eyes aren’t the only eyes scanning the courts: Hawk-Eye technology has been instated at Wimbledon since 2007, tracking the paths of tennis balls and playing a crucial role in officiating games. It hasn’t always proved popular with the players (Roger Federer has famously called for its removal in the past), and 28 per cent of male players’ challenges were successful in the 2012 Championships. Typically, male players make more challenges than women, but their success rates aren’t any higher. Although it would seem fitting, Hawk-Eye isn’t named after Rufus – it’s actually a reference to creator Dr Paul Hawkins.
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Courts The championships are staged across the AELTC’s 19 grass courts, but that represents a small portion of the 42-acre grounds. Far from being a summer vocation, there are 16 permanent grounds staff working at the AELTC, which rises to 28 during championships-time. Maintenance of these privileged pastures is no mean feat: one tonne of grass seed is applied each year, topped up with up to 3,000 gallons of water during the tournament fortnight, when all courts are re-lined Courtesy of AELTC and mown daily. Covers have been on hand since 1971 but Neil Stubley admits the rain is still the biggest hurdle facing groundsmen: ‘It make things more difficult, and the hours longer, for the guys.’
Image by Neil Tingle courtesy of AELTC
Men’s and Ladies’ Singles trophies by Tom Lovelock Image courtesy of AELTC
Trophies After holding them aloft for the cameras, players get to keep replicas of the Ladies’ and Gentlemen’s Singles trophies. Both are inscribed with the names of past champions (although 2009 marked the cut-off point for the men’s trophy, by this time overflowing with names, from which point forward a black plinth has accompanied the Cup for future engravings). Unlike its male counterpart, the women’s trophy contains nods to ancient Greek and Roman mythology in its design.
Image by Matthias Hangst courtesy of AELTC
Strawberries The 2012 Championships saw 23 tonnes of strawberries provided (that’s two million individual berries). The mouth-watering sum is perhaps most neatly expounded by the following seed of knowledge: if laid end-to-end, the strawberries would cover a length of nearly 60km – aka the distance from Wimbledon to Reading.
Royal Box
Image courtesy of AELTC
Believed to be the most in-demand seat in the house – though Neil Stubley’s courtside view pips it to the post – the Royal Box has loomed over Centre Court since 1922. Since then the pomp has somewhat faded – nonroyals can be invited there as guests, and players don’t have to bow to the box upon leaving and entering the court any more. If attendance records are anything to go by, one could assume Her Majesty is not the biggest tennis fan – she made her last visit in 2010, breaking a 33-year absence. - 11 -
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The Calendar A selection of the very best events happening in the area
Until 2 June
10 June
22 June
Wing Time
Henrietta Howard
Kew Midsummer Fete
The warmer June climate is known to usher the first tentative steps of some of Barnes’ little residents: the fluffy ducklings of the Wetland Centre. An ideal distraction to entertain young ones during the half-term break, children will be able to show their creative side in egg painting activities. For those left less than amused by the delightful creatures, a walk around the expanses of the nature reserve can’t fail to inspire the imagination: tucked among the leafy realms lie swans, moorhens, lizards and more, all waiting to be spotted.
They say a picture can tell a thousand words – in the case of Henrietta Howard, many would infer that the gaze of the former royal mistress and confidante could reveal much about the inner workings of 18th century English royal circles. This June, Charles Philip’s painting of Henrietta makes its homecoming to Marble Hill House, the accommodation bestowed on Henrietta by her lover (who would later ascend the throne as George II) and where she lived until her death in 1767. Marble Hill’s curator Tom Boggis will lead discussion on the elusive painting in this members-only event.
For the fourth year running, the Kew Midsummer Fete returns again this June for what has become one the most eagerly anticipated events of the summer. This year’s offering looks set to build on the glowing reputation the occasion has already garnered, with a bevy of attractions suited to all family members, from vintage fairground rides to live performances by local bands and the return of the celebrity-judged dog show. Those looking forward to a recurrence of the fete’s traditionally delicious food fare can make a beeline for the hog roast, best washed down with a fruit-infused glass of Pimms.
WWT Wetland Centre, Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, Barnes, SW13 9WT (wwt.org.uk/visit/london)
£20, 2pm-3.30pm, Richmond Road Twickenham, TW1 2NL (english-heritage.org.uk)
Garden Festival
11am-6pm on Kew Green (kewfete.org)
Henrietta Howard
Art Fair
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Henrietta Howard
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Trevor Stokes
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22 – 23 June
Until 18 July
Until October
Art Fair
Room With A View
Garden Festival
Renowned for propelling little-known artists into the perception of a wider audience, the Landmark Arts Centre’s Midsummer Art Fair returns once more this June with a new set of aspiring artists and recent graduates displaying their wares. Held in a grade-II listed former 19th century church, artists featuring at this year’s fair include Hannah Tucker, Stephanie Wilkinson and Trevor Stokes, who will exhibit their work among the melange of painting, sculpture, graphics and prints on offer. New this year is the Landmark Launch Pad, an exhibition by emerging talents.
Neatly contradicting E.M. Forster’s notion that you have to travel to Florence for any hope of a room with a view, Putney’s Will’s Art Warehouse will display a selection of works this month by artists including Marie Robinson and Anna Hymas which transport the view to the interior side of the window pane. The interiors and still-life exhibition comes hot on the heels of a busy season for the Putney Common gallery, well-known as a friendly and accessible source of affordable and diverse artistic creations south of the river.
Shaking up its schedule for 2013, Richmond borough is bringing something new to the table this summer with the launch of the first Gardens Festival. A celebration of the past, present and future of each of Richmond’s exquisite green spaces, highlights include a walk through the enchanted gardens of Twickenham’s York House and an amble among the carefully designed Terrace Gardens of Richmond, the result of landscape artist Portia Baker’s restoration. With a programme that takes into account every inch of Richmond’s pastures, few stones are left unturned in this glorious return to the outdoors.
10am-5pm. Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN (landmarkartscentre.org)
Marie Robinson
10.30am-6pm Monday to Sunday 180 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1LY (wills-art.com)
Kew Midsummer Fete
Room With A View Photo by Ian Taylor
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Find out more about Richmond’s Garden Festival at: richmond.gov.uk/arts
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out & about The events and activities on our radar in central London
5 June – 1 September
Double take Pockets feeling the pinch will be glad of Tate Britain’s latest cultural and cash-friendly initiative. This summer, in an art equivalent of buy one get one free, entry to two separate exhibitions, featuring the works of two renowned British painters, can be secured with one ticket. Gary Hume’s vivacious compositions hang in contrast to Patrick Caulfield’s iconic reinvigorations of traditional genres, arranged in the next room.
£14.50 (£12.50 concessions), Millbank, SW1P 4RG (tate.org.uk)
10 June – 18 August
A summer tradition This year marks the 245 instalment of the Royal Academy of Arts’ Summer Exhibition. The largest open-submission contemporary art show in the world, the work of emerging artists sits alongside offerings from established names. Bring your wallet and your artistic intuition and you might go home with a creation by the next big thing.
Gary Hume, ‘Tulips’ 2009, Private Collection, © Gary Hume
© The Royal Academy of Arts
£10, Piccadilly, W1J 0BD (royalacademy.org.uk)
12-23 June
7 June – 15 September
Swan on
Out of this world
The English National Ballet’s incarnation of Tchaikovsky’s beloved Swan Lake arrives at the Royal Albert Hall. A graceful gaggle of 60 swans swamp the arena to enact the Photograph by Arnaud Stephenson much-recited story of the unfortunate Princess Odette, who falls foul of an evil sorcerer’s curse, with sequences of intricate footwork and gravity-defying leaps.
The National Maritime Museum hosts a fascinating exhibition which charts the development of astronomical imaging from the days of Galileo. Visions of the Universe encompasses over 100 awe-inspiring snapshots and the mesmerising ‘Mars Window,’ where the latest images from NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover space mission are beamed down onto the wall.
£8 (£7 concessions), Romney Road, SE10 9NF (rmg.co.uk)
From £10-£67, Kensington Gore, SW7 2AP (royalalberthall.com)
‘Sky away from the lights’, Tunç Tezel, 2010
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helping hand Sarah Austin is connecting the local community with her new website: the Really Helpful Club
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he Really Helpful Club is all about giving something back to the community and making your life easier,’ enthuses the petite blonde sitting opposite me at Le Pain Quotidien in Wimbledon Village. I have the pleasure of meeting Sarah Austin, the enterprising mother who set up the Really Helpful Club, to discuss her new website, an online forum for smart, sensible and practical women. The concept for the club, a forum on which members can post thoughts, questions or recommendations, arose when Sarah realised that she had an invaluable network of contacts at her fingertips, as do most women. ‘I noticed that sometimes you have to go above and beyond your own network to a wider audience,’ Sarah explains. ‘One person simply cannot have the answers to everything. Equally, you don’t want to go round every single friend you have asking them the same question.’ We heartily agree. Creating a virtual network for women to get great recommendations and therefore make the most of life and the resources available to them, the Really Helpful Club is, I note, a bit of a godsend. As Sarah astutely adds: ‘There is nothing worse than wasting time or money. Women today do not have the time to make the wrong decision: whether this be about their children’s birthday party entertainer, looking for holiday destinations, a reliable builder or choosing an original and unique birthday present. They need reassuring recommendations from like-minded women.’ Members can post ideas in the various sections and navigate the website with ease. Sarah herself admits that she is not ‘techy’ so she wanted the club to follow suit, being easy for all to utilise. The Residents’ Journal was lucky enough to be given a sneak preview of some of the new features, due to be incorporated throughout the year. From new sections, tailored to the members’ needs to fun new graphics, Sarah really listens to what women want.
Wimbledon-based, the busy mother-of-two splits her time, juggling school activities and working on the site. She moved to the area in 2002 from Pimlico and has never looked back. The reach of the Really Helpful Club is now proving quite extensive, as the various networks are coming together to create a vibrant community; in fact, Sarah’s own network is corroborated during our meeting when no fewer than three friendly ladies pop over to say hello – she clearly practises what she preaches. With more than 350 members registered within its first few months, the site is quickly gaining a foothold in south west London, purely through word of mouth. It is spreading further afield and certainly won’t stop here. ‘My favourite message on the website was posted by a friend who is planning her husband’s 40th birthday party. She was looking for a private chef, and four members have already responded detailing chefs they trust,’ Sarah tells me. ‘This is why I set up the site. The initial lady got some brilliant recommendations. How else would she get to this point without exhausting Google searches and ringing round everyone she knows?’ The Really Helpful Club serves a wonderful purpose where so many other websites fail, and importantly, it has managed to carve a friendly environment on the worldwide web. We hope to see you posting soon, the Residents’ Journal team has plenty of tips to share. n
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Graduates Congratulations, class of 2013. Wimbledon College of Art waves goodbye to the latest graduates with its annual Undergraduate Show this June
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ummer rolls round quickly at Merton Hall Road, home to the most western point of London’s University of the Arts. This month, undergraduate students of the college’s wide array of artistic courses are hurriedly preparing for the glare of public scrutiny as they steel themselves for the annual Undergraduate Show, which runs from Friday 14 to Saturday 22 June. For many, this will be their first opportunity to display their work in a public exhibition. Simon Betts, Dean of the Wimbledon College of Art, has watched over this comingof-age procedure for years now, a tenure of which he enthuses year on year: ‘Our students are not afraid to create thought provoking work and that is what inspires me.’ ‘There’s incredible energy in the final months of the year as students prepare for their degree shows,’ says Simon, as students of all disciplines, including painting, sculpture, costume, set and prop design, film and photography, get ready to showcase their work. The graduate shows – the Masters students will follow suit in September – have always attracted large crowds. ‘I think it’s because they give the public the opportunity to see the work of artists and designers of the future and to see how they are challenging and making sense of the world around them,’ muses Simon. The youth and inexperience of the graduates affords their work a desirable element of freshness and lack of cynicism missing from the rest of the art world – Simon calls this rare attribute ‘sophistication with an edge.’ The shows, Simon explains, provide spectators with a glimpse into the future of the visual arts, which can’t fail to be exciting. That’s not to suggest that those qualities face a whitewashing once the students embark on their careers. Each of Wimbledon’s courses maintains strong links with their relative industries, which provides undergraduates with the opportunity to undertake work placements. As well as allowing a depth of experience of the industry they’re preparing
Words/ Lulu Rumsey
Thea von-Mantripp - BA Fine Art Painting Wimbledon 2013
China Jordan
My work is a mixture of concepts. I want the viewer to ask questions about not only the situation of the painting, but the relationship of the artist. China Jordan ‘The Watcher’ BA Fine Art Painting Wimbledon 2013 - 16 -
to enter, these placements can provide valuable creative connections in the art world. Simon looks warmly upon the Wimbledon locale of the college, calling it a ‘fantastic location for reflection and development.’ Over its long history in the borough, Wimbledon College of Art has formed a close relationship with Merton’s council, most recently culminating in the students and staff winning the Lord Mayor’s New Year’s Day Parade twice in the last three years. The college already teaches a vast enough spectrum to satisfy the broadest possible definition of art, but Simon still has plans to expand upon its repertoire. ‘Our aim for the future is to continue to develop our provision of new technologies such as sound, film, digital and animation resources to complement our traditional facilities [Fine Art, Theatre & Screen design and Drawing are the key subject areas]’ he explains. By embedding new technologies into existing courses, Simon hopes to offer new students an even greater scope in developing and executing their creative ideas. What’s next for the undergrads? In the past, many students from the Theatre and Screen Design course have gone on to successful TV, film or theatre careers, while Fine Art students have become internationallyexhibiting artists. But whatever they go on to do, Simon is adamant that their time at the College is a testament to their talents. ‘Some may become high-profile artists or designers, some may not enter a career in the arts at all, but by graduating from Wimbledon College of Art they have all persevered, succeeded and contributed to the visual arts in one form or another.’ Congratulations, class of ’13. n
Wimbledon College of Art’s Undergraduate Show is from 14-22 June (closed on Sunday 16 June) Merton Hall Road, SW19 3QA (wimbledon.arts.ac.uk)
During my time at Wimbledon I have discovered a love and appreciation of millinery, corsetry and period costume design and I always love the opportunity to design pieces for fantasy productions. I hope to go on to work in the world of site-specific theatre, television and film.
Kinnetia Isidore BA Costume Design Wimbledon 2013
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FOOD & DRINK We explore south west London through our stomachs
Duke’s masterclass This month’s masterclass revisits the timeless debate between the chicken and the egg: the Duke’s Head plans to bypass any unfathomable equations though, uniting the two instead in a cookery masterclass. Undoubtedly, both the chicken and the egg are menu staples in their own right, and attendees will leave imbued with perennially useful culinary wisdom. Meats will be provided by Parsons Nose, whose butchers will be on hand to offer advice.
£35 per person (includes three-course meal and wines)
Tennis on the menu It would appear that even our menus are unable to escape the influence of tennis’ most renowned international tournament, held on our doorsteps this month. Over at nearby Cannizaro House, chefs are embracing the Wimbledon spirit with a specially-themed afternoon tea that pays more than a few nods to the sport: some confectionaries have been fashioned into the iconic Slazenger balls, while others represent miniature lawn courts. Fancy fare aside, the Wimbledon Village favourite makes an ideal retreat from the hubbub that surrounds Wimbledon at this time of year.
£25 per person. West Side Common, Wimbledon, SW19 4UE (cannizarohouse.com)
Champion’s chocolate And over at the Royal Box, the tennis theme continues with DeRosier Chocolates’ bespoke range of handmade confectionaries, kitted out in the spirit of the championships. Under the guises of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club logo and boxed up in colour appropriate purple and green, the sweet treats come in a range of flavours. 020 8947 4456 (derosierchocolates.com) - 18 -
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Clear skies ahead
Lulu Rumsey seeks the help of crystals on Lower Richmond Road
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n a grey and grisly Wednesday morning, made more detested by its inopportunity to fall paradoxically in the month of May, there can surely be nothing more consoling than falling back into bed. So it was with unashamed glee that I learnt upon arrival at The Magnolia Room that that was precisely what I’d be doing. I’d come to the Putney salon for one of its best-selling treatments, the Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion facial, which uses aluminium oxide crystals to exfoliate the outer layers of your skin. My choice had been guided by the misplaced assumption that with summer around the corner, the time was ripe to refresh my skin after a long winter’s absence from the beautician’s chair. Clearly, summer’s not quite here, but when it does arrive (and I still hold out hope that it will) at least my complexion will be ready. The Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion begins with the application of exfoliating crystals, applied through a mechanism that gently tugs on your skin and feels slightly ticklish. So that you don’t leave the salon bearing the giveaway marks of having had a microdermabrasion (I had
erroneous fears of returning red and blotchy to the office), a cold mask is applied to calm the skin’s surface down. In the warm and candlelit setting of the cosy beauty room where I’m tucked up in bed, the cold sensation is a welcome balance. While the mask hardens, you’re given the hardly arduous choice of a foot, hand or scalp massage to fill the time. Since my toes are even less prepared for summer than my skin, I steer clear of the former and plump for the latter. It’s easy to see why this is the salon’s most popular facial (cofounder Elaine Smith, who’s administering my treatment today, tells me it’s also the one all the staff are first to choose) – it has a universal appeal since it’s suitable for ageing skin, wrinkles, pigmentation, blemishes and open pores. The Magnolia Room came to Putney a few years ago and since then this inviting salon has become a first port of call for residents in need of body, face and other pampering treatments. It’s flexible to clients’ whims, opening for late-night appointments on the request of timeshort Londoners. As I leave, my skin feels incredibly soft to the touch. Wind-embattled earlier on, in the space of a mere hour Elaine has stripped off a winter shell to reveal a bright and, little did I know, radiant surface beneath. n
The Crystal Clear Microdermabrasion costs £60 The Magnolia Room is open 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday Late night appointments available by request (Monday - Thursday) 32 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1JP For appointments call 020 8785 1891 or email info@themagnoliaroom.co.uk (themagnoliaroom.co.uk)
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FASHION NEWS Summer Edit The Swedish fashion brand Dagmar’s S/S 2013 collection possesses an unconventional sophistication unmatched by many of Britain’s High Street labels. Its sister founders have drawn their style inspiration from the glamour and decadence of the 1920s and 30s Art Deco period (specifically from the wardrobe of their late tailor grandmother), balanced with a distinctive element of contemporary Scandinavian cool. Richmond boutique Feather & Stitch stocks the brand as part of a wide repertoire of world-sourced fashion brands which includes Pyrus, American Vintage and Des Petits Hauts, giving it a decisive edge on central London stores. The store’s summer edit, which shoppers can affiliate themselves with through Feather & Stitch’s free on-hand personal styling service, is a capsule of statement and key pieces of the season, sourced worldwide.
Couple Up Perhaps because its presence is always so fleeting, summer feels like a fashion season best spent having fun. French brand The Kooples has made a name for itself this side of the Channel for its suave tailoring and kooky prints (not to mention an endless supply of camera-ready couples starring in its advertising campaigns), both of which are epitomised in its range of S/S blazers. While the fashion fearless among us can embrace this summer’s print trend full-on by opting for a matching two-piece, others can still distance themselves from wallflower territory by throwing on one of the brand’s arresting floral, snakeskin or leopard-print jackets. If prints really aren’t your thing, comfort yourselves with the fine tailoring and simplistic, sleek chic of The Kooples’ block-coloured, summerhued lightweight jackets.
16 King Street, Richmond TW9 1ND (featherandstitch.com)
76 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5EG (thekooples.co.uk)
Style Sessions Elys, Wimbledon is offering oneon-one style consultations as part of its Summer Fashion Event on Wednesday 5 June. To book a consultation call 020 8739 0503. The day will also feature a Champagne reception and fashion show, at 6.30pm and 7pm respectively. Dagmar S/S 2013
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Interiors
Sister Act
The Residents’ Journal pops into Two Sisters Home, Wimbledon Village’s own interiors treasure trove
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morning poking around the comfortingly cluttered recesses of Two Sisters Home never fails to throw up a charming catalogue of vintage rarities and chic modern design. Every inch of space is stuffed with Scandinavian furniture, French and Italian glassware, contemporary kitchenware and British textiles and ceramics all mingled together in an envious medley of contemporary and classic. At the helm, sisters Natasha Sharpe and Jane Duffy-Lynch scour antiques fairs and independent suppliers to source the eclectic stash of covetable homewares passing through the shop’s delightful teal-toned door. The pair blame their mother for their obsession with home decoration. ‘We had always talked about setting up a home shop together, probably as a result of growing up in a house where our mother was also passionate about interiors,’ Jane confides. Her training as an interior designer at The Inchbald School of Design has helped the process run smoothly, while sister Natasha has a
background in retail buying, which further added to their combined skill-set. That’s not to say that making the move to set up shop wasn’t daunting. ‘Natasha’s four children were in school and even though I had a two year old and a second one on the way, at the time we decided to give it a chance. We knew if we didn’t do it then we would probably never do it and it would remain an unrealised dream for both of us,’ Jane reminisces. Thankfully they both leapt in head first and Two Sisters Home opened in September 2011. ‘We would describe our look as an eclectic mix of vintage and contemporary,’ Jane tells me. ‘We give new life to vintage objects and create heirlooms of the future. We believe the look is flexible enough to work in both contemporary and traditional settings.’ The shop is a vision of harmonious living but do bouts of sibling rivalry and tiffs plague this atmosphere? Apparently not. ‘It is great working with Natasha,’ Jane laughs, ‘especially since we both have children and realise the need to be flexible and work around each other’s schedules. We thoroughly enjoy our buying trips together and we never differ in our buying decisions. In fact, even before we opened the shop together, and we both lived in different cities, we would often meet up only to realise that we had both bought the same clothes or something for our house without knowing or discussing it. Our taste is totally aligned, so it makes buying decisions very easy.’ It looks set to be a busy summer ahead for the pair, who will be making an appearance at the Wimbledon Village Fair on Saturday 22 June, peddling lots of new and curious vintage finds, alongside a few special summer picks. Plus the online shop is due to be launched this month for anyone who prefers to browse in the virtual sense. We challenge you to leave empty handed. n
3 Church Road, SW19 5DW 020 8605 2441 (twosistershome.com)
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THE PLAYGROUND Twinkle twinkle little star, how I wonder what you are
Continental Inspiration Barnes-based children’s shop Membery London has been styling little ones’ wardrobes since 1975. Since that time, the shop has evolved into an outpost for some of Europe’s finest quality children’s fashion brands. Alongside its own popular label, the venerable Barnes institution stocks designs from Danish brand Wheat, Belgium brand Simple Kids and, from the Netherlands, the charmingly cutesy Dolly by Le Petit Tom. The latter is surely the place where little ladies’ fashion dreams are made: frothy, tulle skirts aplenty, mixed with ribbon-finished ballerina pumps overrule any notion of understated apparel. For a less fanciful, but perhaps more practical approach to summer dressing, Wheat and Simple Kids offer beautifully made basics and wardrobe staples, each designed with simple yet creative flair, all in a range of eye catching colours.
Mum2Mum Market The source of top quality pre-loved baby and children’s toys and clothes returns to south west London this month. Parents are welcome to buy and set up stalls at this hugely popular event.
1 Church Road, SW13 9HE (memberylondon.com)
Teddington sale is from 2pm-4pm on 22 June at Teddington Baptist Church, 17 Church Road, TW11 8PF Wimbledon sale is from 2pm-4pm on 8 June at the YMCA 200 The Broadway SW19 1RY (mum2mummarket.co.uk)
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parent trap: NappyValleynet richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the three years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, unleashed it, with more than 80,000 visits to the site. An invaluable tool for parents based in south west London seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site
Birthday presents for two-year-olds I have a daughter who is about to turn two in a couple of weeks. People are very kindly asking me what she would like for her birthday. Unfortunately, I don’t seem to have any bright ideas, so if anyone has any then please let me know. Re: Birthday presents for two year olds Thu May 09, 2013 11:08 am
Puzzles (Orchard are very good) Play-Doh and accessories Baby doll accessories (clothes, bottles, nappies) My Little Pony (although they come with lots of accessories, she just loves walking around with the pony so I took the accessories away) And books – she can’t get enough of them
Re: Anyone been glamping? Mon May 13, 2013 9:05 am
Mon May 13, 2013 4:41 pm If you go to Gymboree and The Toy Box in St. Margarets, the staff there are very helpful and can give you some very good ideas on what to buy. Both have lots of toys that you could also buy whilst in there.
Anyone been glamping?
We’ve just booked to go to Forest Yurts (forestyurts.com) in Dorset. Each yurt is individually decorated and has its own shower facility and cooking area. It gets great reviews on TripAdvisor. I’ll be seven months pregnant when we go in August, so glamping was the only way I was going for a canvas getaway! Wed May 15, 2013 10:24 am
Calling all glampers: The sun has come out and we’re feeling very optimistic here. We have heard about Feather Down (featherdown.co.uk) but that’s the sum total of my knowledge…
Have a look at Longlands (longlandsdevon.co.uk), established last year by a Teddington family in North Devon. It looks fantastic and has had great reviews. They have literally thought of everything – the safari lodges come completely equipped with toiletries, dog baskets, pantry kits plus everything you’d expect in terms of heating, en-suite etc...
Any help or advice much appreciated.
(nappyvalleynet.com/richmond)
Treasure Chest What child doesn’t relish the opportunity to dive into a chest full of fancy dress and emerge minutes later, utterly transformed? Richmond’s Dressing Up Chest is an ode to the creative imaginations of young minds, an online emporium that overflows with colourful and inventive interpretations of children’s costumes. Stocking fancy dress as well as dance and stage costumes, everything in Libby Boalch’s shop is handmade (yet remains easily washable as well as affordable). For would-be superheroes, fairies, pirates and the like who can’t find their desired adornment in stock, Libby also offers a bespoke service. Mel Wilde Photography
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THE CLASSROOM A focus on educational news and events across the area
Blow your own trumpet Controversy surrounding gender equality in the workplace has reigned supreme in the headlines of late, making the present seem like the ideal moment to take stock of the admirable capabilities today’s generation of young women command. Last month Wimbledon High School hosted its first ‘Blow Your Own Trumpet Week’ in an effort to overturn misplaced assumptions that label girls who talk about their successes as arrogant. Headmistress Heather Hanbury described the week-long workshop, which involved reflection on individual achievement and publishing a daily ‘recipe for success,’ as an attempt to build the confidence of her students. ‘Without acknowledging where things have gone right, some teenagers will continue to push themselves, never recognising when they’ve done enough, never happy that they’ve made progress,’ said Ms Hanbury. ‘They might never be happy, full stop, and we need to address that before they leave our care and move on into the wider world.’ Wise words indeed. (wimbledonhigh.gdst.net)
Record High Richmond Council is continuing to inspire young people in the extra-curricular stakes, with recent figures indicating record highs for the borough’s participation in the Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE). From 2012 to 2013 there was a 21 per cent increase in participation, which saw around 250 more young people striving towards the prestigious award. The DofE scheme advocates outdoor pursuit and volunteer work. The council’s Cabinet Member for Youth and Children’s Services, Christine Percival commended the news: ‘We have had yet another record year. Richmond youngsters were awarded 53 Gold Awards this year. The total of 826 awards received by our young people is the highest for anywhere else in London.’ The Duke of Edinburgh Award is open to anyone aged 14 to 24. - 26 -
Live Musical Event Hampton Primary Partnership will host a musical event for parents from Hampton Junior School and Hampton Infant School and Nursery on Saturday 8 June. 8pm-11pm at Hampton Junior School Percy Road, Hampton, TW12 2LA (hampton-jun.richmond.sch.uk)
pre-Preparatory SCHOOL
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Barnes Montessori Nursery Head: Ms Anne-Marie True
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9QL 020 8748 2081 Email: info@barnesmontessori.co.uk Website: barnesmontessori.co.uk
Summer term ends: 4 July
Coombe Hill Infants’ School Head: Mrs S. Hobhouse
Coombe Lane West, Kingston, KT2 7DD 020 8942 9481 Email: admin@chi.rbksch.org Website: www.coombehilli.kingston.sch.uk
Summer term ends: 24 July
Primary & Preparatory SCHOOL
CONTACT DETAILS
TERM DATES
Hurlingham School Head: Mr Jonathan Brough
122 Putney Bridge Road, Putney, SW15 2NQ 020 8874 7186 Email: office@hurlinghamschool.co.uk Website: hurlinghamschool.co.uk
Summer term ends: 5 July
King’s House School Head: Ms S. Gower
61 Kings Road, Richmond, TW10 6EG 020 8940 7015 Email: smith.h@kingshouseschool.org Website: www.kingshouseschool.org
Summer term ends: 11 July
Wimbledon Common Preparatory School Head: Mrs Tracey Buck
113 Ridgway, Wimbledon, SW19 4TA 020 8946 1001 Website: wimbledoncommonprep.co.uk
Summer term ends: 5 July
Twickenham Preparatory School Head: Mr D. Malam
Beveree, 43 High Street, Hampton, TW12 2SA 020 8979 6216 Email: office@twickenhamprep.co.uk Website: twickenhamprep.co.uk
Summer term ends: 5 July
The Vineyard School Head: Ms Judy Pearse
Friars Stile Road, Richmond, TW10 6NE 020 8948 0195 Email: info@vineyard.richmond.sch.uk
Summer term ends: 23 July
Newland House School Head: Mr D. A. Alexander
Waldegrave Park, Twickenham, TW1 4TQ 020 8865 1234 Email: reception@newlandhouse.net Website: newlandhouse.net
Summer term ends: 5 July
Old Vicarage School Head: Mrs Gillian Linthwaite
48 Richmond Hill, Richmond, TW10 6QX 020 8940 0922 Website: oldvicarage-richmond.co.uk
Summer term ends: 10 July
secondary & college SCHOOL
CONTACT DETAILS
TERM DATES
Coombe Boys’ School Head: Mrs D Walls
College Gardens, New Malden, KT3 6NU 020 8949 1537 Email: enquiries@cbs.rbksch.org Website: coombeboysschool.org
Summer term ends: 23 July
King’s College School Head: Mr Andrew Halls
Southside, Wimbledon Common, SW19 4TT 020 8255 5300 Email: reception@kcs.org.uk Website: kcs.org.uk
Summer term ends: 2 July
Wimbledon High School Head: Mrs Heather Hanbury
Mansel Road, SW19 4AB 020 8971 0900 Email: info@wim.gdst.net Website: www.wimbledonhigh.gdst.net
Summer term ends: 11 July
St Paul’s School Head: Professor Mark Bailey
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9JT 020 8748 9162 Email: reception@stpaulsschool.org.uk Website: stpaulsschool.org.uk
Summer term ends: 28 June
University of Roehampton Head: Professor Paul O’Prey
Erasmus House, Roehampton Lane, SW15 5PU 020 8392 3000 Email: enquiries@roehampton.ac.uk Website: roehampton.ac.uk
Summer term ends: 7 June
*All dates and details were correct when compiled in May 2013, but may be subject to change, please contact the schools directly for further information
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Planning & Development Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south west London
Twickenham Station go-ahead Following the Court of Appeal’s dismissal of an appeal delaying the redevelopment of Twickenham train station, Richmond Council is hoping that work on the transport link will be completed in time for the 2015 Rugby World Cup. Twickenham Stadium will host many of the tournament’s matches, and organisers are keen that the station does not disappoint spectators. Leader of Richmond Council, Lord True said: ‘Twickenham station is a disgrace and while this whole process has resulted in massive delays to the developers’ schedule, I now hope that they can make enough progress to be able to deliver a 21st century station in time for the Rugby World Cup.’ Works proposed in the redevelopment plan include a new entrance and ticket hall, lifts to all platforms, a café and a riverside walk. Twickenham Stadium will host two quarter-finals, both semifinals and the final of the World Cup.
Uplift continues at Castelnau Barnes’ Castelnau Community Centre will be closed from mid-June until the end of the summer as it undergoes an interior renovation. The Centre has been included in Richmond Council’s Uplift programme, which hopes to rejuvenate selected areas of the borough. With an exterior make-over of the centre completed earlier in the year, attention will now turn to a much-needed interior refurbishment. Following the adjournment, the Centre has planned to re-open in September with an exciting re-launch programme. Uplift has already made significant improvements in Barnes: to the delight of local residents, a large (and muddy!) stretch of the Mortlake Towpath was paved last Before After year, with excellent results. - 28 -
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Hampton Market relocates Fans of Hampton Market may have feared the worst following the news of extensive construction work in the market’s Hampton Square home. However, for the duration of the building works, the market will relocate to Nursery Green, a stone’s throw away, where it will continue to provide the foods, crafts and beauty products that have made it so popular. Organised by Hampton local Sarah Burley, on top of the usual crepes, sausages, olives and other nourishments, the market recently added the wares of a local bee-keeper, who creates a range of honey-infused crèmes and soaps and a local craft-making cooperative. Hampton Market hopes to return to its former locale as soon as the redevelopment is completed, however the temporary tenure is expected to last a few months.
Hampton Market returns on 9 June at Nursery Green The Avenue, TW12 3RN (hampton-market.com)
Planning Applications Date registered: 15 May Address: The Avenue, Kew Proposal: R e-pollard eucalyptus back to previous points and remove stubs
Thirty road improvements
Date registered: 13 May Address: Shaftesbury Way Proposal: P rune back blue cypress by main entrance to give clearance to allow street light trajectory
Richmond residents can look forward to the imminent improvement of 30 roads and footpaths, following the establishment of the Community Roads and Pavements Fund, which aims to target one of the borough residents’ top concerns: road conditions. Established following the findings of Richmond Council’s All in One Survey, the annual fund has allocated £490,000 to the pressing issue in a bid to set residents’ minds at rest. The fund is in addition to increased council budgeting to address the problem.
Date registered: 8 May Address: Princeton Court Proposal: Construction of a single-storey rear extension Date registered: 3 May Address: Manfred Road Proposal: S ingle-storey extension to kitchen to provide new dining area
Planned roadworks and closures in and around June STREET
PLANNED WORK
DATES
WORKS OWNER
Church Road Village, Wimbledon
Service pipe repair in carriageway
3 – 5 June
Thames Water 0845 9200 800
Lancaster Gardens, Wimbledon
Excavation in footpath to expose all service cables which need to be disconnected
Until 4 June
UKPN East & Lon Ltd 0800 028 4587
Harbridge Avenue, Roehampton
Carriageway resurfacing
20 – 21 June
Wandsworth Council 020 8871 6000
St Hildas Road, Barnes
Excavation in the carriageway for sewer lining and CCTV works
21 June – 16 July
Thames Water
Felsham Road, Putney
Cycle Hire Scheme: excavation and construction of foundations for docking points and user terminal
Until 26 June
Transport for London 0845 305 1234
Sheen Road, Richmond
Carry out footway patching works
Until 22 October
Richmond Upon Thames Council 020 8891 1411
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PROPERTY WATCH Experts share their invaluable local knowledge and shine a light on local developments and property news
To the Manor Born Knight Frank has the answer to our property dreams with a beautifully presented seven-bedroom home in Coombe Park
In the secluded confines of half an acre’s landscaped gardens, lies a superb sevenbedroom detached house. Presented by Knight Frank, this spacious abode extends to over 12,000 sq. ft., with each quarter meticulously finished with an emphasis on modernity and luxury. Presented in a stylishly neutral colour palette, every room boasts copious amounts of space, from the generously sized, welcoming entrance hall, to the sprawling kitchen/dining/family room, which has abundant gleaming surfaces and doors that lead temptingly on to the garden. The first floor comprises a stunning master bedroom suite, which includes its own dressing room, ensuite bathroom and balcony (overlooking the garden and nearby golf course), alongside a study and a further three bedrooms, each with their own ensuites. Another floor up lies an additional two bedrooms (once again, equipped with ensuites), as well as a games room, cloakroom and media room, ideal for hosting and home entertainment. One highlight of this property is its lavish indoor heated swimming pool, accessed from the kitchen or garden. The pool lies on the floor above a state of the art gym and changing room complex. Although in possession of its own expansive grounds, Coombetata also benefits from direct private access to the famed Coombe Hill Golf Course. Drivers can rest assured, there is plenty of off-street parking along the house’s gated driveway, as well as a double garage. For those looking for a hideaway, the garage incorporates a generously sized annex. Part of the exclusive Coombe Park, Coombetata is suitably close to the conveniences and shops of Wimbledon and Kingston. The area also benefits from an array of commended schools. n On the market for £8.95 million. For more information, contact Knight Frank Wimbledon office: 020 8946 0026 (knightfrank.co.uk) - 30 -
A Teddington Milestone Rod Gerrard, Managing Director of Milestone Residential, discusses Teddington’s enduring appeal
Milestone started over 120 years ago, can you tell us a bit about your history in the area? It is fascinating to think that our business was established in Teddington in 1890, only 27 years after the arrival of the railway line. This was at a time when significant areas of Teddington were still laid to orchard and peppered with market gardens, fine mansions with acres of private gardens, and, of course, numerous workers cottages for artisans and tradespeople, which were constructed close to the new railway line. Believe it or not, our archiving still retains sales details going back to the 19th century. It is apparent, through access to these records, that our firm had significant involvement in the sale of land, particularly in the late Victorian and Edwardian era close to the River Thames, now known as the River Roads.
Why do you think Milestone has been so successful for such a long time? Gone are the days when I used to work until 8pm every evening, hand-turning a Roneo Gestetner printer – everything was black and white and there were no photographs. Now with the help of digital photography and professionally produced floor plans, sales details can be circulated around the globe in minutes. Experience is important but recognising that you have to move with the times is equally essential in today’s market. In terms of specialist knowledge, what do you think is required to work in this market? Advertising property and finding buyers may be a major part of the work that we undertake, but it is the understanding of conveyancing, the ability to speak to surveyors, planners and architects, that ensures that sales reach a satisfactory conclusion. An understanding of the law relating to property sales, avoiding misdescription in marketing and the need to act professionally at all times forms an integral part of our regular training programme. The combination of experience, career development and professional integrity ensures we stand head-and-shoulders above the competition.
How has the landscape evolved over the last few decades? When I joined the firm in 1975 virtually all of the housing stock was Edwardian, Victorian or even earlier. There were relatively few modern properties to sell. The High Street bustled with independent retailers, with not a ‘multiple’ in sight. Sadly, over the last four decades, a lot of the character traders have been lost (Luxfords the Sadlers and Brookers DIY store were favourites of mine). Most notably all of the independent butchers and greengrocers have long since disappeared. Obviously the town has been served for many years by Tesco in Broad Street, and more recently by a Marks & Spencer Food Hall in the High Street. Teddington, however, still manages to retain its unique character with a diverse range of shops, trades and services. It has also developed a hugely popular ‘café culture,’ with an abundance of coffee shops. On the housing front, the historic Toughs Boatyard was lost when St. George Plc. developed the Wharf. More recently, the Normansfield Hospital site has been transformed, with many other infill developments taking place in the roads in-between.
What do you anticipate for the market in the next quarter? The first two quarters of this year have been very positive, although, frustratingly, there is an imbalance between supply and demand. Without doubt there has been a 5-10 per cent increase in values in the first half of the year, caused mainly by the shortage of stock, but also by the increasing confidence that has returned to the property market. I would envisage that the summer period will be slightly quieter and that the autumn market will, once again, be brisk, with perhaps another five per cent increase in values.
Why are buyers drawn to the area? There has always been a continuous movement of buyers from central and south west London, typically following the corridor formed by roads such as the M3 and A3. Whilst education is the major draw, I also feel that the lure of recreational facilities created by the river, parks, golf courses, swimming pools, theatres, restaurants and public houses goes a long way to making Teddington very attractive. The period architecture, tree-lined roads and friendly High Street also play their part. It is a great place to bring up a family and enjoy life away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre.
What is your advice to vendors over the coming months? I have no doubt that the market throughout the remainder of the year will prove to be strong. If you are contemplating selling later in the year, the summer is the time to attend to those little jobs that have been building up, such as tidying the garden, touching up the décor and de-cluttering. Making sure your property presents well is an absolute must and will help to achieve a better price and a swifter sale. n
Milestone Residential (Teddington) 020 8977 1166 (milestoneresidential.com)
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Local focus Alex Howard Baker and Caroline Bell, Joint Heads of Savills Putney, describe the picturesque Heathview Gardens in SW15
Heathview Gardens is a sought-after enclave of detached houses, in large plots, within a stone’s throw of Putney Heath. It is also well situated for Putney and Wimbledon High Streets and excellent transport links. Schooling in the area is a very big draw, with schools including St Paul’s, Putney High, Kings and Prospect House. The Heath itself is bordered by Wimbledon Common, and is also near to Richmond Park. It is, therefore, arguably, as close to country living as you could possibly ask for this close to central London. This makes the area perfect for those with children and dogs. Properties in Heathview Gardens always attract significant interest, with prices ranging from circa £4 million to £10 million, for the larger family houses. Here at Savills we are very fortunate to be marketing two amazing detached family houses in the road. Both of which have separate staff accommodation. The larger of the two has an indoor heated swimming pool, stables and both properties have extensive gardens, one with just over an acre of grounds. Both have been the subject of extensive recent refurbishment, one by Martin Brudnizki, famous for the redevelopment of Scott’s Restaurant and The Ivy Club.
In Putney we are seeing a significant uplift in interest from international buyers, mainly those from Europe and Scandinavian countries, but also from further afield, including the former Soviet Union and the Middle East. We expect these houses to resonate with local, national and international buyers. n
Both properties pictured are located on Heathview Gardens Main image: £9.25 million, image above: £8.75 million. For more information, call Savills Putney on: 020 8780 9900 (savills.co.uk) - 32 -
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Your local agents A selection of the areas top estate agents
Coombe Residential 259 Coombe Lane Wimbledon SW20 0RH 0208 947 9393 coomberesidential.com
Milestone Residential 43 High Street Teddington Middlesex, TW11 8HB 020 8977 1166 milestoneresidential.com
Robert Holmes Willow House, 35 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes) 11-13 Church Road Wimbledon SW19 5DW 020 8879 9669 (lettings) robertholmes.co.uk
Crayson 10 Lambton Place W11 2SH 020 7221 1117 crayson.com
Knight Frank Richmond 5 Duke Street Richmond upon Thames TW9 1HP 020 8939 2803 Wimbledon 81 High Street Wimbledon SW19 5EG 020 8946 0026 knightfrank.co.uk
Hamptons Richmond 8 The Quadrant, Richmond Surrey, TW9 1BP 02084547251 (sales) 02084547261 (lettings) East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8AG 020 8454 7247 (sales) 020 8936 3028 (lettings)
Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street SW13 9LN 020 8939 6900 Putney 198 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8780 9900 Richmond 40 - 42 Hill Rise TW10 6UA 020 8614 9100 Wimbledon 1 High Street SW19 5DX 020 8971 8111 savills.co.uk
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Barnes 67 Barnes High Street SW13 9LD 020 8658 7344 (sales) 020 8970 7895 (lettings) Teddington 164 High Street, Teddington TW11 8HU 020 8970 7902 (sales) 020 8970 7906 (lettings) hamptons.co.uk
Wimbledon Village, ÂŁ3,950,000, Freehold Hamptons Wimbledon, 020 8454 7627
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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
Post Office Church Road 96 Church Road, SW13 0DQ Danebury Avenue 31a Danebury Avenue SW15 4DG East Sheen 234 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG Haydons Road 317 Haydons Road, SW19 8TX 020 8542 1802 Raynes Park 1a Amity Grove, SW20 0LL Richmond 16-17 George Street, TW9 1JS postoffice.co.uk
Vets C. J. Hall Veterinary Surgeons 15 Temple Sheen Road East Sheen, SW14 7PY 020 8876 9696 cjhall-vets.co.uk
Richmond Vets 161 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PN 020 8940 1090 richmondvets.co.uk
Seymour House Surgery 154 Sheen Road Richmond TW9 1UU 020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk
The Vet on Richmond Hill 38 Friars Stile Road Richmond TW10 6NQ 020 8948 3737 thevetonrichmondhill.com
Sheen Lane Health Centre Sheen Lane SW14 8LP 020 8876 3901 sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk
Dentist
Opticians
Arthur Road Dental Practice 172 Arthur Road Wimbledon SW19 8AQ 020 8946 2646 dentistsw19.com
David Clulow Opticians 5 George Street Richmond TW9 1JY 020 8332 0345 davidclulow.com
Roseneath Dental Care Corner of Mount Ararat & Paradise Road Richmond, TW10 6PA 020 8940 9955 roseneath.co.uk
Courier
Stephen Powell Orthodontics 2a Barham Road Wimbledon, SW20 0EU 020 8946 3064 orthodontist-wimbledon.co.uk
Doctor Coombe Medical Practice 13 Brook Gardens Kingston upon Thames KT2 7ET 020 8605 0044 coombemedicalpractice.co.uk Richmond Practice Mount Ararat Road (Corner Paradise Road) Richmond TW10 6PA 020 8940 5009 richmondpractice.co.uk
Riverside Cars 368 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 7JU 020 8878 7777 riverside-cars.com Surrey Cars and Couriers Beverley Way West Wimbledon SW20 0AG 020 8715 4948 surreycabs.co.uk
Solicitor 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 - 34 -
Cleaner American Dry Cleaners 5 Royal Parade Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3QD 020 8332 1364 americandrycleaningcompany.com Bright And Sparkling 113 Harbridge Avenue, SW15 4HA 07717 307095 bright-and-sparkling.co.uk Mariya Cleaning Services The Grove Saint Margaret’s Road Twickenham, TW1 1RB 07952 408209
Motoring Auto Diagnostic Centre Rear of 129 Kingsway Mortlake, SW14 7HN 020 8878 6086 autodiagnosticcentre.co.uk West Motor Company 4 Castelnau, SW13 9RU 020 8748 8844 westmotorcompany.co.uk
home & Culture Architects
Antiques
Andrew Catto Architects 154 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS 020 8785 0077 andrewcatto.co.uk
The Dining Room Shop 62 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 0PZ 020 8878 1020 thediningroomshop.co.uk
Bob Trimble Architects 36 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3LJ 020 8538 9303 trimblearchitect.co.uk GPS Architects 14 The Green Richmond, TW9 1PX 020 8940 8244 gpsarchitects.co.uk Holden Harper 26 High Street, Wimbledon SW19 5BY 020 8879 0310 holdenharper.co.uk
Regallis Associates ‘A south west London staple which has delivered bespoke architectural designs to suit conversions, extensions or complete refurbishments since 1986’ The Mews 12 Lower Richmond Road London SW15 1JP 020 7384 2228 regallis.co.uk
Langdon Down Museum of Learning Disability The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS 0333 1212 300 langdondownmuseum.org.uk Orleans House Gallery Riverside Twickenham TW1 3DJ 020 8831 6000
The Gooday Gallery 14 Richmond Hill Richmond TW10 6QX 020 8940 8652 thegoodaygallery.com
Museums/Galleries Henry Boxer Gallery (visits by appointment only) 98 Stuart Court Richmond Hill TW10 6RJ 020 8948 1633 outsiderart.co.uk
Richmond Hill Gallery 26 Richmond Hill Richmond, TW10 6QX 020 8940 5152 therichmondhillgallery.com Riverside Gallery 36 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LP 020 8878 0040 riversidegallery.co.uk Strawberry Hill House (Horace Walpole’s Gothic Castle) 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST 020 8744 1241 strawberryhillhouse.org.uk
Lacy Road Gallery 30 Lacy Road SW15 1NL 020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk
The Architect’s Gallery The Powder Rooms 69-71 Broad Street Teddington TW11 8QZ 020 8977 6999 thearchitectsgallery.com
Landmark Art Gallery Landmark Arts Centre Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 020 8977 7558 landmarkartscentre.org
The Bowman Gallery 9 Worple Way Richmond, TW10 6DG 020 8940 1119 bowmangallery.co.uk The Russell Gallery 12 Lower Richmond Road Putney, SW15 1JP 020 8780 5228 russell-gallery.com The Twickenham Museum Twickenham Museum 25 The Embankment Twickenham Middlesex, TW1 3DU 020 8408 0070 twickenham-museum.org.uk Will’s Art Warehouse 180 Lower Richmond Road Putney Common, SW15 1LY 020 8246 4840 wills-art.com Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Church Road Wimbledon, SW19 5AE 020 8946 6131 Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill Road Wimbledon Common SW19 5NR 020 8947 2825 wimbledonwindmill.org.uk
entertainment Theatres Langdon Down Centre The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS 020 8614 5100 langdondowncentre.org.uk New Wimbledon Theatre The Broadway Wimbledon SW19 1QG 020 8545 7900 Orange Tree Theatre 1 Clarence Street Richmond, TW9 2SA 020 8940 0141 orangetreetheatre.co.uk
Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 polkatheatre.com
Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse 90 High Street, Hampton Hill TW12 1NZ 0845 838 7529 teddingtontheatreclub.org.uk
Putney Arts Theatre Ravenna Road, Putney, SW15 6AW 020 8788 6943 putneyartstheatre.org.uk Richmond Theatre The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ 020 8332 4500 Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts The Whitehouse Community Centre 45 The Avenue, Hampton, TW12 3RN steponstageacademy.co.uk
The Bearcat Comedy Club The Turk’s Head 28 Winchester Road St Margaret’s Twickenham TW1 1LF 020 8607 9190 bearcatcomedy.co.uk The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond, SW15 1EU 020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk
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The Richmond Shakespeare Society at The Mary Wallace Theatre The Mary Wallace Theatre The Embankment, Twickenham TW1 3DU 020 8744 0547 richmondshakespeare.org.uk The Rose Theatre 24-26 High Street Kingston, KT1 1HL 020 8546 6983 rosetheatrekingston.org
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Aquarius Spa Pools in the Park, Twickenham Road, Richmond TW9 2SF 020 8948 8110 aquariusspas.com
Beyond Skin 11 York Street Twickenham TW1 3JZ 020 8891 4416 beyond-skin.co.uk
Curves Hampton 77-81 Station Road Hampton TW12 2BJ 020 3068 0077 curveshampton.co.uk
Beauchamp Beauty 14 Eton Street Richmond TW9 1EE 020 8439 9977 beauchampbeauty.com
Blush Beauty 367 Richmond Road East Twickenham TW1 2EJ 020 8892 2820 blushrichmondbridge.co.uk
Curves Twickenham 2-4 Heath Road Twickenham TW1 2BZ 020 8538 9922 curvestwickenham.co.uk
Beauty and the Beach 59 King Street Parade, Cross Deep, Twickenham TW1 3SG 020 8892 7999 beautyandthebeachsalon.co.uk
Curves East Sheen 48 Sheen Lane East Sheen SW14 8LP 020 8876 1839 curveseastsheen.co.uk
Heavenly Green 4 Kew Green Kew TW9 3BH 020 8332 1999 heavenlygreen.co.uk
Matches (Womenswear) 37a High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 6060 matchesfashion.com
Melanie Drake 125 Church Road Barnes SW13 9HR 020 8748 7107 melaniedrakefashion.com
Matches (Menswear) 38-39 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8944 5366 matchesfashion.com
Nadia Ivanova 76 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 OPZ 020 8878 0941
Sirisha’s Health and Beauty 145 Saint Margarets Road Twickenham TW1 1RG 020 8891 4380 sirishashealthandbeauty.com WT Spa 55-56 George St Richmond TW9 1HE 020 8439 9936 wtspa.com The Haven Beauty Salon 71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD 020 8487 9595 havenbeautylondon.co.uk
Fashion BOUTIQUES Feather & Stitch 16 King Street Richmond, TW9 1ND 020 8332 2717 featherandstitch.com Chatterton’s 40 White Hart Lane Barnes SW13 OPZ 020 8487 1004 chattertonshop.co.uk Matches (Womenswear) 34 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5BY 020 8947 8707 matchesfashion.com
Matches (Womenswear) 13 Hill Street Richmond TW9 1SX 020 8332 9733 matchesfashion.com
Ruby Blue 281- 287 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen SW14 8QS 020 8876 9845 sheenuncovered.co.uk
Jewellers Horton London 2 Paved Court, Richmond TW9 1LZ 020 8332 1775 hortonlondon.co.uk Sinclair Jewellers 6/7 Worple Road Wimbledon SW19 4DA 020 8947 8681 sinclairjewellery.com Susan Clarke 11 Paved Court Richmond, TW9 1LZ 020 8948 6057 susanclarkejewellery.co.uk
Hotels, Travel & sOCIAL HOTELS Bingham 61-63 Petersham Road Richmond, TW10 6UT 020 8940 0902 thebingham.co.uk Cannizaro House West Side Common Wimbledon, SW19 4UE 020 8879 1464 cannizarohouse.com
Lensbury Broom Road Teddington TW11 9NU 020 8614 6400 lensbury.com
Artists Villa Bed and Breakfast 57 Cobham Road Kingston upon Thames, KT1 3AE 020 8974 5465 kingstonbandb.com
The Lodge Hotel 52-54 Upper Richmond Road Putney SW15 2RN 020 8874 1598 thelodgehotellondon.com
Simpson Travel Boat Race House 61-67 Mortlake High Street SW14 8HL 020 8392 5858 simpsontravel.com
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vENUES Warren House Warren Road Kingston Upon Thames KT2 7HY 020 8547 1777 warrenhouse.com
Food & Drink Restaurants Enoteca Truri 28 Putney High Street SW15 1SQ 0208 785 4449 enotecaturi.com Rock and Rose 106-108 Kew Road TW9 2PQ 0208 948 8008 rockandroserestaurant.com Sonny’s Kitchen 94, Church Road, SW13 0DQ 020 8748 0393 sonnyskitchen.co.uk The Lawn Bistro 67 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5EE 020 8947 8278 thelawnbistro.co.uk TW2 Bar & Grill 80-82 The Green TW2 5AG 020 8898 9298 tw2barandgrill.com
Butchers AG Miller Ltd 152 Waldegrave Road TW11 8NA 020 8977 2753 agmiller.co.uk Ellis Fine Foods 99 High Street, TW2 7LD 020 8894 9919 ellisfinefoods.co.uk J Seal Butchers 7 Barnes High Street SW13 9LW 020 8876 5118 jsealbutchers.co.uk Robert & Edwards 19 Leopold Road, SW19 7BB 020 8946 5834 robertandedwards.co.uk
Rose and Crown 55 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BA 020 8947 4713 roseandcrownwimbledon.co.uk The Clock House 69 High Street TW11 8HA 020 8977 3909 theclockhousepub.com The Idle Hour 62 Railway Side SW13 0PQ 020 8878 5555 theidlehour.co.uk The Old Anchor 71 Richmond Road TW1 3AW 020 8892 2181 the-old-anchor.co.uk
Bars Be At One 30 Putney High Street SW15 1SQ 020 8780 5252 beatone.co.uk Hemingway’s 57 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5EE 020 8944 7722 hemingwaysbar.co.uk One Paradise Road 1 Paradise Road, TW9 1RX 020 8332 7122 Shambles Bar & Restaurant 83 High Street TW11 8HG 020 8977 9398 shamblesbar-restaurant.co.uk
Greengrocers
Pubs
Ferrari Fruits Wimbledon Reference Library Wimbledon Hill Road SW19 7NB 020 8944 7794
Bricklayers Arms 32 Waterman Street Putney, SW15 1DD 020 8789 3932 bricklayers-arms.co.uk
Streets Florist and Greengrocer 125 St. Margaret’s Road TW1 1RG 020 8892 1951 streetsflorist.co.uk
Wallace & Co 146 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SW 020 8780 0052 wallaceandco.com
Bakeries La Boulangerie 2 Crown Rd, TW1 3EE 020 8892 7990 laboulangere.co.uk Millers Bespoke Bakery Units 4 & 5 Saxon 2 Business Centre 57 Windsor Avenue, SW19 2RR 020 7720 1234 millersbakery.co.uk The Cavan Bakery 42 Broad Street, TW11 8QY 020 8973 3900 thecavanbakery.co.uk The Lawn Bakery 9 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5DX 020 8946 3774
Delis Bayley & Sage 60 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE 020 8946 9904 bayley-sage.co.uk Cook & Garcia Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant TW9 1DJ 0208 948 7777 cookandgarcia.co.uk Fresh Deli and Café 25 Heath Road, TW1 4AW 020 8892 0688 cafe-fresh-twickenham.com Matteo Delicatessen 236 Upper Richmond Road SW15 6SG 020 8788 7853 matteodelicatessen.com
Confectioners Sandrine Chocolates 239 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8QS 020 8878 8168 sandrine.co.uk - 37 -
The Cake Parlour 146 Arthur Road Wimbledon Park SW19 8AQ 020 8947 4424 thecakeparlour.com William Curley 10 Paved Court TW9 1LZ 020 8332 3002 williamcurley.co.uk
Cafés Artisan Putney 203 Upper Richmond Road SW15 6SG 0208 617 3477 artisancoffee.co.uk Il Vero Gusto 376 Richmond Road Richmond TW1 2DX 020 8892 2007 ilverogusto.com Le Bon Goût 8 The Causeway TW11 0HE 020 8977 2176 lebongoutcafe.co.uk Petersham Nurseries Café Church Lane TW10 7AG 020 8940 5230 petershamnurseries.com
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Wimbledon Village A substantial detached Edwardian property retaining many period features, including Arts and Crafts influences. The locally listed house is situated in Murray Road, a prime residential position close to Wimbledon Village and Common. Set over three floors the charming property currently offers seven bedrooms, excellent reception space, a garage and off-street parking plus a delightful south-west facing garden. EPC: E
£3,950,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | wimbledon@hamptons-int.com
Prime village location Detached, Edwardian property Period features Seven bedrooms Garage and off-street parking South-west facing garden
Richmond Green An exquisite Grade II Listed William and Mary townhouse combining great charm and character features. The property is enviably located with stunning open aspects over picturesque and historic Richmond Green. EPC: F
£3,250,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Richmond Office Sales. 020 8454 7621 | richmond@hamptons-int.com
Five bedrooms Two reception rooms Three bathrooms Period house Courtyard garden 3512 sq. ft.
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Putney A magnificent five bedroom, four bathroom semi-detached home with privacy and space. The exquisite entrance hall impresses with tiled flooring and a sweeping oak staircase, the double reception room has floor-to-ceiling shuttered windows benefitting from garden views, as well as two marble fireplaces and preserved original wooden flooring. The well-appointed kitchen/dining room leads to a patio dining area. The master bedroom features a walk-in wardrobe, en suite bathroom and balcony. EPC: E
Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | putney@hamptons-int.com
£3,395,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Five bedrooms Study Wine cellar Roof terrace 160 ft south-facing Garden Swimming pool
Barnes A truly outstanding and beautifully presented detached double fronted Victorian residence that backs onto the Wetlands Nature Reserve, providing superb lateral entertaining and family living space. The property is approached via an extensive landscaped and gravelled carriage driveway with electronically controlled gates, providing secure parking for a number of vehicles and garaging. EPC: E
£4,695,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | barnes@hamptons-int.com
Detached Seven bedrooms Well presented throughout Desirable road Views over Wetlands Garage
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East Sheen A rare opportunity to acquire this unique outstanding detached residence on the exclusive and prestigious Fife Road, adjacent to Richmond Park. Tudor Cottage has been the subject of considerable refurbishment and improvement in recent years and now offers a balance of period and contemporary living. This outstanding property is approached via two extensive gravelled driveway’s, providing parking for several cars. The property also has a self-contained two bedroom annexe. EPC: D
Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | eastsheen@hamptons-int.com
£5,500,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Four reception rooms Six bedrooms Five bathrooms Studio/annexe Driveway parking Swimming pool
Hampton A truly magnificent property of great character extending to about 3786 sq ft and finished to the highest specifications. Built circa 1890 this wonderful Victorian home features 6 bedrooms, including an en-suite and dressing room to the master bedroom and two further suites, 5 reception rooms, a luxury appointed ‘Mark Wilkinson’ kitchen/breakfast room and sumptuous family bathroom. EPC: C
£3,000,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | teddington@hamptons-int.com
Six bedrooms Five reception rooms Four bathrooms 94’ sweeping carriage driveway Double garage Landscaped rear garden
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Ascot, Berkshire A substantial Victorian mansion requiring total renovation and set in grounds of 1.8 ha. There is currently planning consent to extend and refurbish the house taking the property to just over 10,000 sq ft.
£2,750,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons International Sunningdale Sales.+44(0)1344 627 555 | sunningdale@hamptons-int.com
An excellent development opportunity On the edge of Swinley Forest Grounds of 4.56 acres Educational facilities in the area are excellent Ascot town centre and racecourse 1.5 miles Good access to motorway network
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Clarence House, Richmond TW10 One of Richmond’s finest houses
Standing in magnificent gardens extending to approximately 2/3 of an acre. 7/8 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, 6-7 reception rooms, indoor pool, gym, wine cellar, artist studio, guest cottage, extensive parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 1,119 sq m (12,050 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ14,500,000 (RCH110138))
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
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Percy Lodge, London SW14 Former hunting lodge for Richmond Park
Built in 1740, a beautiful Grade II* listed Georgian house comprising 8 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, grand reception hall, magnificent drawing room, 4 reception rooms, kitchen, separate flat, garaging, stables, large secluded gardens, gated driveway. EPC rating F. Approximately 815 sq m (8,772 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: ÂŁ10,950,000 (RCH130073)
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
KnightFrank.co.uk Alan Road, Wimbledon SW19 Attractive ‘Village’ house
Well modernised and presented period family house in the heart of the Village. Master bedroom suite, 5 further bedrooms (2 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, open plan kitchen/dining/family room, study, media room, utility, cloakroom, wine store, garden, parking. EPC rating C. Approximately 446 sq m (4,805 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £4,500,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB110089)
Belvedere Avenue, Wimbledon SW19 Charming detached house
This charming detached property has a super garden with South Westerly aspect and excellent lateral space. Master bedroom with en suite, 4 further bedrooms (2 en suite), family bathroom, drawing room, dining room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, one bedroom annexe, garage, garden. EPC rating E. Approximately 357.4sq m (3,847sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £3,850,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 (WMB100248)
KnightFrank.co.uk Marryat Road, Wimbledon SW19 Magnificent family house
A truly impressive detached period family house located on this prestigious Wimbledon Village road. The house comprises 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, large kitchen with dining area, spacious garden with outdoor swimming pool, garage and off street parking. EPC rating E. Available unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ12,000 per calendar month
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ124220)
Lingfield Road, Wimbledon SW19
Well presented family house A charming and well presented family house located in the heart of Wimbledon Village. The house comprises 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 L-shaped reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, rear garden, garage and off street parking. EPC rating C. Available unfurnished Guide price: ÂŁ4,500 per calendar month
KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811 (WMQ176153)
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1 IMPRESSIVE AND HANDSOME DOUBLE FRONTED HOUSE the drive, sw20 5 reception rooms ø 8 double bedrooms ø 110 ft lawned garden ø off-street parking for numerous cars ø Wimbledon Village within 1000m ø railway station 1200m ø 667sq m (7,177 sq ft) ø EPC=E
Guide £5.25 million Freehold
Savills Wimbledon Clive Moon cmoon@savills.com
020 8971 8111
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1 AN EXCEPTIONAL STATELY HOUSE IN THE HEART OF THE COOMBE ESTATE george road, kt2 6 reception rooms ø 8 bedrooms ø separate staff accommodation ø landscaped garden of around 0.9 acre ø Grade II* Listed 16th Century Well House ø garage with parking ø swimming pool ø 711 sq m (7,666 sq ft) ø EPC=F
Guide £10 million Freehold
Savills Wimbledon Clive Moon cmoon@savills.com
020 8971 8111
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A HANDSOME DETACHED PERIOD FAMILY HOME IN A POPULAR ROAD WITH A WEST-FACING GARDEN tideswell road, sw15 2 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 5 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) ø west-facing garden ø 234 sq m (2,519 sq ft) ø EPC=F Guide £2.15 million Freehold
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Matthew Heard mheard@savills.com
020 8780 9900
A BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED AND EXTENDED PERIOD HOUSE WITH A WEST-FACING GARDEN wymond street, sw15 Double reception room ø kitchen / breakfast / sitting room ø 4 bedrooms ø bathroom ø shower room ø w.c ø cellar ø loft space ø west-facing garden ø 168 sq m (1,808) sq ft ø EPC=C Guide £1.35 million Freehold
Savills Putney Matthew Heard mheard@savills.com
020 8780 9900
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1 THE HISTORIC HOME OF SIR CHRISTOPHER WREN WITH THAMES MOORING hampton court green, surrey Grade II* listed ø reception hall ø drawing room ø dining room ø study ø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom suite ø 5 further bedrooms ø 2 further bathrooms ø extensive cellars ø garden room ø garaging ø riverside gardens ø 722 sq m (7,772 sq ft) Guide £4.25 million Freehold
Savills Richmond Patrick Glynn-Jones pglynn-jones@savills.com
020 8614 9100
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SHAFTESBURY ROAD, tw10
DENMARK ROAD, sw19
3/4 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø study ø eat-in kitchen ø garden ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D
3 reception rooms ø 4 bedrooms ø 2 bath/ shower rooms ø garden ø Wimbledon station approx 1000m ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D
£4,000 pcm Flexible furnishings
£3,650 pcm Unfurnished
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Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115
Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
PARK SIDE, sw19
HALFORD ROAD, tw10
2 bedrooms ø 2 bath/shower rooms ø open plan kitchen/reception ø communal gardens ø parking ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=C
3 bedrooms ø bathroom ø shower room ø reception room ø eat-in kitchen ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=D
£3,500 pcm Unfurnished
£3,250 pcm Furnished
Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100
Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115
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PUTNEY WHARF, sw15
HOLST MANSIONS, sw13
2 bedrooms ø 1 reception room ø 2 bathrooms ø kitchen ø 1 underground parking space ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
2 bedrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø 2 bathrooms ø waterside ø adminsitration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=B
£2,500 pcm Furnished
£2,750 pcm Furnished
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Savills Putney hwhitfield@savills.com 020 8780 6117
Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914
CEDAR MEWS, sw15
ELM BANK GARDENS, sw13
3 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø open-plan kitchen/reception room ø private garden ø adminstration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C
5 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø convenient location ø administration charges apply ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E
£2,995 pcm Unfurnished
£3,900 pcm Unfurnished
Savills Putney hwhitfield@savills.com 020 8780 6117
Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Wimbledon Village
An outstanding detached period house with high ceilings and many original features in one of Wimbledon Village’s most sought after roads, minutes from the Common and schools 3 reception rooms • double-height kitchen/dining room • 7 bedrooms • 4 bath/shower rooms • wine cellar • gym • heated swimming pool • garage • landscaped • gardens • gated drive • EPC - F
Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833
www.robertholmes.co.uk
PRICE ON APPLICATION
Wimbledon Village
A fine Edwardian house occupying a much sought after position in the heart of the Village in a prime residential road enjoying magnificent views of the London skyline from midway 4 reception rooms • designer fitted kitchen with AGA • games room (bed 7) • 7 bedrooms • 4 bath/shower rooms • electric gated drive • garden with heated swimming pool • garaging • EPC - E
Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833
£5,175,000
Wimbledon Village
A completely refurbished and beautifully presented period house within a short walk of the Village High Street and Wimbledon Common Double drawing room • kitchen/dining room • huge family room • 7 bedrooms • dressing room • 4 bath/shower rooms • landscaped gardens with heated swimming pool • off-street parking • EPC - C
Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833
www.robertholmes.co.uk
£4,000,000
Wimbledon Village
A delightful Edwardian family house by the celebrated architect Brocklesby in a picturesque Village setting within easy reach of Wimbledon town centre and mainline station Drawing room • sitting room • dining room • kitchen/breakfast room • family room • 6 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • loft space suitable for conversation • garage • beautiful mature gardens • EPC - F
Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833
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GUIDE PRICE £2,500,000 £6,950PCM PCM GUIDE PRICE £2,995,000OR / £12,000
A beautiful detached six bedroom, three bathroom family home with large open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room, occupying 0.46 of an acre in This impressive property situated in a private road comprising 7 beds and 7 baths has been the a fabulous setting backing onto Coombe Wood Golf course and within an easy walk of Norbiton BR station. Offered in excellent condition through subject of a complete refurbishment, creating over 5,000 sq ft of flexible accommodation with a with no onward chain. spacious and modern interior. EPC: C
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GUIDE PRICE PRICE £2,400,000 £2,9950,000 GUIDE
A rare opportunity to acquire4 abedroom lovely family grounds ofrefurbished approx. 0.91 an acre with a tennis court and heated outdoor swimming Built circa 1980, this spacious familyhome homewithin was completely to of new poolstandards onto the some Coombe Wood Golf Course. current accommodation offers room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, two build seven years ago with noThe expense spared. Approx. 0.37 of anthree acre reception and cloakrooms, five bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en suite), Studio and garage. approached behind wrought iron gates to a spacious forecourt and a south facing rear garden. EPC: D +44 (0)20 (0)20 8947 9393 +44 259 London, SW20 SW20 0RH 0RH WWW.CoombeReSidentiaL.Com 259 Coombe Coombe Lane, WimbLedon, London, WWW.CoombeReSidentiaL.Com
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COOMBE KINGSTON
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A beautiful detached six bedroom, three bathroom family home with large open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room, occupying 0.46 of an acre in An imposing building sitting high on the slopes of the development offering a vast amount of a fabulous setting backing onto Coombe Wood Golf course and within an easy walk of Norbiton BR station. Offered in excellent condition through space. Cleverly extended to provide over 3,700 square feet of accommodation arranged as 7 with no onward chain. beds, 4 baths and 3 large reception areas. EPC: C
A rare opportunity to acquire a lovely family home within grounds of approx. 0.91 of an acre with a tennis court and heated outdoor swimming A spacious detached family home situated towards the end of a quiet cul-de-sac. The property pool onto the Coombe Wood Golf Course. The current accommodation offers three reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, two has four bedrooms (two with en suite facilities) and is conveniently located between Kingston cloakrooms, five bedrooms, three bathrooms (two en suite), Studio and garage. and Wimbledon town centres with their excellent shopping facilities. EPC: D
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Teddington ÂŁ1,575,000 A spacious five bedroom detached family house with large receiving hall, impressive reception areas, 24 ft. kitchen/dining room, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, four further good sized bedrooms, family bathroom, extensive off street parking and 100 ft. south facing rear garden. Station and town centre close by. EPC rating E. Teddington 020 8977 1166
Teddington ÂŁ639,950 A traditional three bedroom two bathroom (one en-suite) red brick Victorian villa situated in a popular tree-lined road ideally placed within the catchment area of some of the highest performing local schools. Walking distance to station and close to local shopping and major bus routes. Teddington 020 8977 1166
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