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Dear Resident, This month at the Journal, we’ve donned our woolly coats, emptied out last year’s sweet wrappers and receipts and set out to discover what will warm our bellies in south west London. Check out page 18 for autumnal treats as well as the newest openings in the area. Music mayhem ensues in November with the Wimbledon International Music Festival on page 12, and read all about Elizabeth Finney’s escapades into The Half Moon’s rock ‘n roll history on page 14. In other news, we speak to local lingerie legend Marie Truelove about her boutique (page 26), and witness the fashion force of Barnes at the Barnes Charity Fashion Show on page 24. These jam-packed pages of autumn fashion, local news and features should help you procrastinate for just a few minutes before heading out into the cold, so we hope you stay warm and enjoy the issue.
The Half Moon Illustration by Matt Sharman-Hayles, personallyillustrated.webs.com See page 14
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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news © Michel Maly
The Knight Frank Richmond Team
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Knight rider Last month saw the return of the annual Knight Frank Day of Giving, when all the departments and offices around the world do their bit to raise money for charity. The Knight Frank Richmond team donned their green wigs and hopped atop their static bicycles to raise money for a range of worthwhile causes with a cyclethon in Richmond town centre. Cheering them on were colleagues, clients, local businesses and their team mascot, Jose the dog. All together they’ve raised a stonking £970.42 for the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, Crohn’s & Colitis UK, Guide Dogs, LandAid and Mary’s Meals.
For the first two weeks of this month the Wimbledon Fine Art gallery will play host to the exquisite work of French artist Michel Maly. Born in Blois in 1936, Maly has shown his paintings all over the world, winning the Prix Fénéon by the University of Paris in 1968. This solo UK exhibition will feature his views of New York, Venice, France and Tuscany, as well as a variety of seascapes, still lifes and Parisian café scenes.
12noon-3.30pm, from 1 November, 41 Church Road, SW19 5DQ, 020 8944 6593, wimbledonfineart.com, veraschuhmacherfineart.co.uk
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’ Tis (nearly) the season History is being made this year as Richmond gets into the Christmas spirit, agreeing to put up Christmas lights for the first time. Landlords along the High Street have given permission for lights to be attached to their buildings, which will run from House of Fraser to the train station. The company that puts up the Christmas lights on Oxford Street will be creating the magical transformation. The switch-on event will take place outside Amanda’s Flowers and will be accompanied by late-night shopping and a Christmas market by the river.
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Paints and cakes Pop along to babycakes café for a spot of painting with a glass of bubbly and nibbles. The evening will be guided by a professional artist who will advise guests while they work. It’s a great opportunity to meet new people, listen to music, and you get to take your piece home at the end. Tickets can be booked by visiting the PopUp Painting website.
6pm, 27 November, for more information, email, info@richmondtown.org.uk or visit richmondtown.org.uk
Tickets £29.95, 7.45pm, 12 November, 364 Upper Richmond Road West, SW14 7JU, 020 8392 2074, my-babycakes.com, popuppainting.com -4-
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The residents’ review On 9 October, a public consultation was launched online, allowing Richmond residents to submit their thoughts on Supplementary Planning Documents for the council’s Innovative Village Plans project. This decision follows a series of “visioning weekends” earlier this year which included question times and drop-ins. Once reviewed, it will identify issues including planning school places and improving green spaces.
Drop-in sessions 7 November at Duke Street Church, TW9 1DH. richmond.gov.uk/village_plans
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Little FiSH, big pond Local charity FiSH Neighbourhood Care is on the look-out for volunteers. Demand for its services has been increasing since its work began 50 years ago and it has played an integral role in the area. They provide interesting talks, outings, choir sessions and sociable meals. Whether you can fill the role of minibus driver, gardener, friend or listener, you can help. Training is provided and volunteers will help to keep their community smiling.
Barnes Green Centre, Church Road, SW13 9HE, 020 8876 3335, fishhelp.org.uk
Flight plan Council leaders have rallied together to warn against a commitment to expand Heathrow, saying it will leave a ‘black hole’ in spending plans. The ever-popular Crossrail 2 development, which looks to improve transport links in Wimbledon, Twickenham and Kingston, is set to compete with Heathrow for public investment. Transport for London confirmed that a third Heathrow runway would need a surface transport investment of £20billion to cope with freight operation and the increase in passengers. Kingston Council leader Kevin Davis said: “It could mean other infrastructure projects are cut back or there is less money invested in other vital services.” At last month’s protest in Parliament Square, Richmond Park and North Kingston MP Zac Goldsmith said: “Air pollution problems in London would be unsolvable if we expand Heathrow.” He added that the project requires the demolition of 1,000 homes. Leaders of Croydon, Southwark, Wandsworth and Kingston Councils argue that a Gatwick expansion would be less invasive as no public subsidy is required.
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Local talent For another year, the Artists’ Open House is over for local Putney sculptor Sophie Marsham. Commenting on the event she said: “I just wanted to say thank you to all the local press who got onboard this year and really made a difference with their coverage of the event.” Seventy-five artists were involved this time around, making it the largest event ever – but Sophie isn’t stopping there. She is continuing to display her work at Putney’s Lacy Road Gallery, where her pieces include recycled objects, steel and copper. Her designs often feature movable elements, creating interactive artwork.
30 Lacy Road, SW15 1NL, 020 8789 1777, lacyroadgallery.co.uk, sophiemarsham.com
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Rewarding residents Community spirit takes over as Richmond Council rewards those involved in improving their town. Ten groups and organisations have received a share of £35,000 from the council’s Civic Pride Fund. Award-winners includes Singing, Science and Adventure at the Landmark Arts Centre, My Life Films, Mortlake Reminiscence Group, Friends of Cambridge Gardens, Friends of Kneller Gardens, Friends of Carlisle Park, Richmond Borough Mind, Pope’s Grotto Preservation Trust, Optik and St Magaret’s Rugby World Cup Dressing.
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Preserving history Last month, the first Local Area of Special Character since 2001 was approved by Kingston Council. The Kingston Town Neighbourhood Committee gave Princes, Borough, Arthur and Park Roads the designation as part of an ongoing plan to maintain Kingston’s historical buildings. Councillor Hugh Scantlebury, committee chair, said: “Kingston is growing. We need to preserve our heritage.” Chloë Clay, of development planning & regeneration, said: “The Council recognises the quality of Kingston’s architectural heritage and the importance of protecting this.” kingston.gov.uk
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Read all about it Once a month, the members of the Barnes Literary Society (BLS) gather together to hear published authors and speakers present on a variety of literary topics. From discussions of the latest novels on the shelves to theories and debates about a variety of genres, they have plenty of interesting events lined up. November will see the arrival of award-winning journalist Rob Cowen, who will be discussing his latest book Common Ground, focusing on the importance of ‘rediscovering the world around us’. Local crime writers Elena Forbes and Anja de Jager will discuss why we all love crime fiction in January, followed by a literary trail with qualified City of London guide Robert Woolf in April. Since being founded back in 2004 by a group of friends in Barnes, the BLS has grown considerably and now has more than 300 members. It’s an increasingly popular meeting place for like-minded local residents to discuss all things literary.
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Nature in need Wimbledon Common’s Nature Club is at risk of closure if new volunteers cannot be found. After 10 years, co-club leader Alison Pelikan has left her role and while co– founder Auriel Glanville is holding the fort for now, she says if she can’t find a replacement by the end of the year, the club may have to disband. With activities including beekeeping, building insect hotels, learning how to cook on an open fire and searching for creepy crawlies, it’s no wonder that dozens of children visit Wimbledon Common every month to explore the great outdoors. Not only are the children getting to know the world around them, but they are learning about how to treat the environment with respect.
Windmill Road, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5NR. For more information, contact Ms Glanville on 020 8540 6154 or email auriel.glanville@btopenworld.com
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The Calendar A selection of the best events happening in the area
6-27 November
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21 November
Story time
Girls on film
CRAFTY BUSINESS
Throughout November, Richmond will be rife with a stonking array of literary stars. The much-anticipated Richmond Literature Festival returns to offer talks, panel discussions, workshops and other events to encourage both residents and visitors to give in to the page-turning bug. Among the many literary names will be British journalist Christina Lamb OBE, dynamic linguist David Crystal, top surgeon Henry Marsh and former Business Secretary and Twickenham MP Vince Cable, all of whom will be discussing their work and sharing their expertise.
The Richmond Film Society’s Season 53 programme is in full swing, and next on the agenda is Ida, directed and written by Pawel Pawlikowski. This Polish film (which will be subtitled) tells the story of a young nun who heads off on a road trip with her aunt to discover a dark family history before taking her vows. Set in the early 1960s, Ida won a BAFTA award in 2014 and the 2015 Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Ditch the thinking cap and discover some real creative genius at the 10th Teddington Baptist Church Craft Fair. Aside from the array of crafted products, there will be live music from the Ukeaholics and St Mary’s & St Peter’s Primary School Choir, as well as a petting farm with alpacas. Additionally, there will be a café choc-full of tasty morsels as well as a professional manicurist and masseuse on site to pamper you between purchases. Peruse jewellery, textiles, stationery, ceramics, crafts and books alongside homemade treats for a family day out.
Tickets range from free to £19.25 (concessions £16.25), call or visit the website for venue details, 020 8831 6494, richmondliterature.com
Non-member tickets available for £6 on the door, concessions £4, 7.45pm for an 8pm start, Room G5, The Pete Postlethwaite Picture House, St Mary’s University, Waldegrave Road, Twickenham, TW1 4SX, 020 8893 3503, richondfilmsoc.org.uk
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Free entry, 11am-3pm, Teddington Baptist Church, 17 Church Road, TW11 8PF, 020 8977 8000, teddingtonbaptist.org.uk
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24-28 November
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Floral Fun
knock, knock
comedy in Kew
Katja Bergdorf, the creative genius behind Bergdorf’s Flowers of Copenhagen, started her London floristry studio in 2002, having worked for a famous florist in the Danish capital to master this fascinating craft. This month, she’s running a Christmas Floral Workshop at the Bingham as a pre-Christmas treat. Learn the skills behind making a Danish Christmas candle arrangement in traditional or contemporary styles and create your own table centrepiece. Each ticket for the workshop includes tea and coffee, sandwiches, a glass of bubbles and materials.
The mysterious Inspector Goole treads the boards once more as Stephen Daldry’s production of J.B. Priestley’s An Inspector Calls returns in a national tour, marking 70 years since its premiere in Moscow. Written in 1945, the story tells of a perculiar stranger who interupts a celebratory dinner party and turns the lives of the prestigious Birling family upside-down. Set in 1912, the piece continues to force audiences to question their consciences and actions in life.
The Q2 Players will be performing the raucous writing of Brandon Thomas, Charley’s Aunt. The Victorian farce tells the tale of romantic intentions gone awry, when friends Charley and Jack convince their friend to impersonate Charley’s wealthy aunt in order to woo their love interests Kitty and Amy. When the real aunt shows up, madness ensues, dishing up a barrel of laughs in this ludicrous love story. The Q2 Players is an amateur theatre group that has been performing in Kew since 1971.
Tickets from £14.40, 7.30pm, matinees 2.30pm (selected days). New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, SW19 1QG, 0844 871 7677, atgtickets.com/wimbledon
Tickets £10, concessions £7.50, Saturday matinee 2.30pm and evenings 8pm. Kew Community Centre, St Luke’s in The Avenue, TW9 2AJ, 020 8332 1324, q2players.org.uk
£95 including lunch, 2pm-4pm, The Bingham, 61-63 Petersham Road, TW10 6UT, 020 8940 0902, thebingham.co.uk © Maria De Faci Photography / mariadefaci.com
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An Inspector Calls Tour 2015. Photo by Mark Douet
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IF MUSIC BE THE FOOD OF LOV E Whether you’re rocking out on an electric guitar, singin’ the blues or hailing Haydn’s cello concertos, the Journal tracks down the high notes of local music in south west London
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The sound of
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Elizabeth Finney speaks with Anthony Wilkinson, director of the upcoming Wimbledon International Music Festival about striking a chord in the local music scene
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With leading musicians such as András Schiff, Mark Padmore and Paul Lewis, the Philharmonia Orchestra and the Emerson String Quartet taking part, it’s no wonder that the festival has gained international recognition. This year’s theme is ‘Dance’, so the repertoire features the likes of Tango dancers accompanying Astor Piazzolla’s The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, Russian pianist Mikhail Rudy’s production of Petrushka and Australian composer Elena Kats-Chernin’s suite inspired by Picasso’s Three Dancers. This hardly scratches the surface of Anthony’s carefully-selected programme, which covers an unfathomably wide spectrum of music. “Above all, I am looking for quality, for real music-making and not just technical showmanship,” Anthony tells me animatedly. “Music is nourishment for the soul, it represents high points in human achievement. The festival brings music to people’s doorsteps and increases the number of times people might experience music live.” Discussing music with such a high level of
afe from the tumultuous downpour of rain, I hang up my coat with Anthony Wilkinson, director of the Wimbledon International Music Festival (WIMF). He is also the driving force behind plans for a concert hall in Wimbledon, which will ideally be built in the car park on Hartfield Road, just next to the Odeon cinema and 200 yards from the train station. “London really needs a goodsized hall that has great acoustics,” Anthony begins. “When audiences experience what great acoustics can deliver, their whole perception of classical music will change. It is win-win for music on all fronts.” Wimbledon is already a transport hub, boasting nine bus routes, a variety of underground and rail routes and the prospect of Crossrail 2 in the near future. With some five million people within half an hour of the district, its long been considered a prime location for the concert hall. In fact, this idea to replace the Town Hall (which was demolished for the shopping centre in 1988) has been in the works since an 1,820-seat hall plan was pitched in 1999. Anthony fills me in on his vision for the new space with acute detail, pointing out that the project should not compete with other London venues, but add cultural richness to the city. The Performing Arts development, which won a prize in Future Wimbledon, will include a 1,250-seat hall, a vast adaptable stage suitable for a large orchestra, dance performances, semi-stage opera or big band jazz. Additionally, there will be a Music Educational Hub, which instantly sparks my interest. “We want the place to be alive with creativity. Students bring new ideas,
Russian pianist Mikhail Rudy
Above all I am looking for quality, for real music-making and not just technical showmanship
Tenor Mark Padmore
new challenges, and that needs to be nurtured. It will be a place where great professionals and aspiring young musicians can rub shoulders and advance the cause of music,” he says wisely. “The hall is not just to be reserved for ‘classical’ music – music in all its forms and inventiveness is to be treasured.” I ask him about his world-famous music festival. Originally the aim was to help a local church festival boost its audience using Anthony’s music contacts. It snowballed, and in 2009 the WIMF was founded.
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expertise and respect can only be the result of Anthony’s lifelong devotion to the field. His mother was a pianist so classical music formed a large part of his childhood. He mastered the oboe and was offered a scholarship at the Royal Academy of Music, which he turned down in order to attend university. Shortly after BBC2 had launched, he landed a job as a director and producer in BBC TV Music and Arts, which led him to set up the first international drama The Emerson String Quartet coproduction with German, Canadian and American partners. After seven years of writing and working in California, he returned to London to build up his extensive network of musicians. In short, music has been central to his life. So what of those who continually say that classical music is on its way out? “Dead? Not a bit,” he smiles confidently. “The future is positive and new generation artists are very much alive and kicking.” He pauses thoughtfully, musing over the other café-dwellers. “But what we are referring to here is the audience,” he continues. “The grey hairs, the white heads. But it was always thus. I think venues, performance attitudes and American cellist Zuill Bailey presentation need to change, but there will always be an audience. It’s a case of keeping an open mind, moving with the times and creating events that people of all ages want to experience.” There is a longstanding obsession with the so-called death of classical music. Our ancestors have blamed everything from money to Debussy for the apparent decline. In recent years, people have shaken their heads at tapes, CDs, YouTube and now, an ageing audience. “It’s really a question of priorities in schools,” Anthony explains. “The arts are so vital to the soul of the nation that government bodies need to take more responsibility in the field of education. One might need reading, writing and arithmetic to make a living, but you need the arts. It is easier to kick a ball than to play the violin, so more people kick that ball than learn the strings. Why does so much money go into sports and comparatively so little into music?” “We have to get young people over the barrier of thinking it’s not relevant to them,” Anthony adds, “Most would agree that the younger generation are more open to new forms of music, but the crowd can be cruel and mock someone with different interests. As people mature they become more certain of their likes and interests.” Channelling this, the WIMF offers encouragement and opportunity for young people to hear and experience classical music, mingling with the well-seasoned fans of older generations. Clearly, the fat lady has not sung yet. n
14-29 November, 020 8946 5078, for tickets and venue details, visit wimbledonmusicfestival.co.uk The New World Symphony Concert Hall in Miami forms the main inspiration for the proposed Wimbledon Concert Hall
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Putney
presents
Elizabeth Finney takes a trip down memory lane at The Half Moon, one of London’s oldest surviving music venues of its kind
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he Half Moon public house has been a longstanding resident on the Putney pub scene, its beginnings reaching back to the 1880s. It is thought to have been a coach house for those travelling up from Guildford to central London, or else a hotel with rooms for the workers building Putney Bridge. Despite its solid history as a watering hole, The Half Moon has been known for its live music scene since the 1920s, from when it held regular tea dances between the World Wars. Rumour has it that a German bomb whistled through the main bar and missed the piano player by a whisker. The saddest thing about The Half Moon
is that very little of its history has been catalogued, meaning that despite its long-lived reputation, many of the stories have either been passed down in the form of whispered rumours, or else forgotten. In more recent history, Putney was a music machine in the 1970s and 1980s, with the pub hosting live music every night since 1963. Some of the biggest names in the industry have performed at the pub’s tucked-away music hall, including The Rolling Stones, The Who, Kate Bush (who had her first gig there in 1979), U2, Van Morrison, Bo Diddley, Paul Young,
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Ocean Colour Scene and many more. Signed photos from everyone you’ve ever heard on the radio, from Kasabian to Holly Valance, line the walls of The Half Moon. Others wanting to leave more of a mark, namely Ralph McTell, Steve Gibbons and Harry Hill, have left signed instruments – in the case of the aforementioned: a guitar, a drum skin and a ukulele respectively. Putney was once home to Sony BMG and a few other music labels, and despite the recording studios that are still scattered around the area, the music scene has changed. Like many other venues of this kind, The Half Moon was threatened with closure in 2010, but locals started a petition and a Facebook campaign was supported by around 6,500 people. The pub was taken over by Geronimo Inns, allowing the music legacy to live on. Undeniably, the music scene of London has been transformed. The X Factor, YouTube, iTunes, Spotify – they’ve all had an effect. In its heyday, rather than buying tickets in advance to see live acts, locals would mosey down for a pint with friends and unknowingly stumble across some huge talents. Like some of its loyal customers, The Half Moon remains as rock ‘n’ roll as it ever was, but it has visibly matured from the days of minimal health and safety checks and indoor smoking tables. It’s homely and comfortable, daubed with all the treasures collected from its colourful history. And the regulars still rock up for their dose of good food, music and fun. One love story tells of a couple going on their first date in 1969 at a performance with Bob Kerr and his Whoopee Band, who will be playing at The Half Moon again this December. The couple since got married and had children, one of whom now organises all the music bookings for the pub, proving that for both artists and customers, it was never a ‘passing through’ place. Residencies at The Half Moon have included Elvis Costello, Steve Marriott (who played his last UK gig there before he passed away in 1991), John Martyn and Roy Harper. From the 2000s onwards, The Half Moon continues to book fresh-faced musicians who are well on their way to stardom, notably Ben Howard and Michael Kiwanuka, who would go along to the acoustic nights unpaid, as well as London Grammar,
The Rolling Stones booked the pub for a private party, as a final bash for Keith Richards’ personal security guard The Wombats, Scouting for Girls and The Joy Formidable. Comedy acts such as Alistair McGowan, Billy Connolly, Al Murray, Rufus Hound (who actually met his wife there) and Jack Whitehall have also graced the stage. One of the most extraordinary gigs from its history books was 3 May 2000, when The Rolling Stones booked the pub for a private party, as a final bash for Keith Richards’ personal security guard Joe Seabrook, who was extremely ill. Unfortunately, he passed away before the party so it became a memorial gig with an astounding turnout of big industry names coming to pay their respects. Allegedly, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood spent most of the night playing pool and drinking double vodkas with orange juice, despite the fact that they were both supposed to be teetotal at the time. Each of the Stones have played at The Half Moon at one point or another, and even Ronnie’s children have taken to the stage. To some, The Half Moon may just be another pub nestled among the thousands peppered throughout London. You could grab a beer and listen to some hastily put together playlist anywhere, but why not enjoy a pint and become a part of music history instead? n
93 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1EU, 020 8780 9383, geronimo-inns.co.uk/london-the-half-moon Photography courtesy of The Half Moon Illustration by Matt Sharman-Hayles, personallyillustrated.webs.com Special thanks to Carrie Davies at The Half Moon
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Finding your inner
strength
January Carmalt meets Anita North of Strength and Grace to learn how dancers turn out better
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any of us dream of possessing a dancer’s body – their long, lean limbs and exquisitely-toned physiques, not to mention their seemingly effortless poise, grace and deportment, which are the envy of most. While there is that mildly perturbing possibility that they might just have won the genetic lottery, few outside the discipline are entirely familiar with the other side of the equation – the graft, the intense dedication and gruelling corporeal punishment involved in such a physically demanding artistic pursuit. Anita North, founder of personal training company Strength and Grace (S&G), along with her syndicate of handpicked dancer-cum-trainers, knows all too well how a life dedicated to dance can affect the body. She and her team at S&G are on hand to bring that same level of unforgiving discipline to their clients – and those willing to put forth the effort will be stronger for it. As with so many dancers, when I meet Anita I’m struck by her presence: tall, slim and achingly elegant, she is her own best advertisement – aptly the living, breathing embodiment of strength and grace with an irrepressible passion for healthy living and helping others to achieve the same. If this is the result, sign me up. She and her team look the part, but can they deliver? It’s all well and good being a
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pirouetting protégé, but it’s another matter entirely leaping the chasm from polished performer to effective trainer, transferring know-how to outsiders who lack their level of physical prowess. After a consultation, our first session begins with simple lunges, but add some weights and Anita’s keen eye persistently adjusting my abdominals and posture and it’s not long before the sweat starts pouring. At S&G, core strength is everything; fix this and the rest will follow. Much like ballet, there is a religious concentration on form, line and technique, dismissing one’s proclivity to cheat or rely on momentum to complete any movement, instead adhering to the old adage that form follows function – i.e., if you’re doing it right, you will look good doing it. There are no shortcuts or faddy gimmicks, simply a strict focus on aligning properly and subsequently exhausting specific muscle groups. My whole body grows weary in minutes but there is little respite, each exercise swiftly following the last.
S&G offers a flexible avenue for our PTs to employ their years of dance training and utilise their speciallyacquired skills A ballet dancer by profession, Anita founded S&G after chronic foot pain sidelined her from performing. Conflicting diagnoses, doctors and infinite physios later, she harnessed her years of dance and fastidious knowledge of the body and used her involuntary sabbatical to train others. She began subbing classes in Fulham before stints at KX Gym in Chelsea and Grace in Belgravia followed. She soon attracted a small but dedicated clientele, devoted to her no-nonsense brand of core-strength training, infusing elements of ballet, Pilates and yoga mingled with a dash of boot-camp calisthenics for that total body workout. Tapping into the growing demand for ballet-focused exercise and knowing other dancers in similar positions, either injured or between jobs, propelled the establishment of Strength and Grace. Composed strictly of dancers, this group of highly specialised trainers offers tailor-made, goal-oriented conditioning regimes designed around the individual. “Like so many artistic endeavours, dance is a labour of love with few sustainable job opportunities, despite such an amazing talent pool concentrated in London,” Anita explains. “S&G offers a flexible avenue for
our personal trainers to employ their years of dance training and utilise their specially-acquired skills.” Anita personally ‘auditions’ each member of S&G, ensuring a suitable fit that meets her exacting standards; this means would-be trainers with an acute ability to adapt their respective regimes to a broad range of clients, from the gym bunny, new mum or injury-riddled athlete to armchair Olympian. Dance training aside, many also possess specialist qualifications in a variety of disciplines, including Pilates, yoga, gyrotonics and massage. “I love being part of S&G,” says Marissa Parzei, certified gyrotonic instructor and dancer with the Royal Swedish Ballet. “As professional dancers, it’s an occupational hazard that we understand both fitness and injury. With a keen knowledge of muscular mechanics, we guide our clients through increasingly challenging body conditioning, focusing on strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and injury prevention.” After our session, the verdict is in – this works. I feel toned, leaner, taller and exhilarated after only one hour. It’s true; dancers really do turn out better. n
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From £70 per session, Monday to Saturday 7am-9pm. To book, call 07974 602 863 or email strengthandgrace@hotmail.com, strengthandgrace.co.uk
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FOOD & DRINK NEWS Great new additions to south west London
REVIEW
The White Onion Elizabeth Finney takes an autumnal amble into Wimbledon Village to sample Parisian delights and delicacies
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he White Onion is a modern, cosy space, made vast with bold blue and white walls, rich wooden floors to match the dark tan upholstery, complemented by large but simple mirrors peppered throughout. There’s a real element of charm about the place, from the astute and animated staff to the smallest details, notably the delicious range of breads offered regularly from a wooden boulangerie box tray. The menu is riddled with enticing Parisian terminology, so I request suggestions from our smiling waiter and seasoned expert. To start I enjoy the lavishly-flavoured roasted quail with celeriac remoulade and pickled shiitake crostini. Delicate, rich and embellished with carefully crafted condiments, I feel a little sheepish tearing into such a beautifully laid out dish. This quickly wanes however, as it’s so delicious it’s through sheer respect for the chef that I don’t wolf it down in three bites. For the main, I indulge in my personal favourite game meat – a Scottish venison
saddle served with butternut squash, dates, tamarind, pickles and grand veneur sauce, with a side of creamy puréed potato. Tender, sweet and verging on buttery in consistency, no one could persuade me to share even one forkful of this gorgeous plate with anyone. As my hunger subsides and greed takes over, a timely dessert menu is handed to me and I spot the chocolate moelleux with honeycomb and salted caramel ice cream. When it arrives, silence ensues as I tuck into the richest and most sumptuous dessert I’ve ever had, with a perfect balance of flavours.
Throughout the three dishes I’ve been sipping on a 2012 Portuguese red wine from Dão, which has more than matched up to the food with a light but full-bodied and fragrant taste. As expected, my experience at The White Onion is nothing short of sublime. Humble yet sophisticated, this recent addition to the High Street is a commendable asset to Wimbledon Village, and that is a severe understatement.
67 High Street, SW19 5EE, 020 8947 8278, thewhiteonion.co.uk
NEW OPENINGS Open now
Open now
Open now
Five Guys Burgers and Fries
Warren Wines
Glug Wines
We’ve all heard of it, but just in case you haven’t, Five Guys is an all-American diner that first arrived in the UK in 2013, serving mouth-watering burgers, hot dogs, fries and shakes. It’s fast food at its finest, perfect for well-deserved moments of weakness.
This customer-orientated and educational independent drink shop specialises in wines, beers and spirits from boutique producers located all around the world. Its pride and joy is the Enomatic tasting unit, which allows for four bottles of wine on tap for tasting at the drop of a hat.
An independent shop selling cheese, Portuguese wines and craft beers has opened in SW15. It’s aim is to give Portugal’s grapes some well-deserved attention, so is bringing tried and tested favourites to Putney for local wine buffs to enjoy.
46-48 Putney High Street, SW15 1SQ, 020 8789 3004, fiveguys.co.uk
56 Church Street, TW1 3NR, 020 8744 2541, @WarrenWines
242 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 6TG, glugwines.co.uk
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Pumpkin muffins (Makes 12)
Parson’s Nose Top Turkey Tips John Fynan tracks down the best bird for Christmas
Go baking mad in the kitchen this November with some sweet treats
Ingredients
Method
• 175g natural bran • 175g plain flour • 175g caster sugar • 1½tsp cinnamon • 1tsp baking powder • 1tsp baking soda • ½tsp salt • 250g raisins • 250g mashed cooked pumpkin • 2 eggs (unbeaten) • 125ml vegetable oil • 125ml plain yoghurt
1. Preheat the oven to 200˚C/Gas 6. 2. Line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper cases. 3. In a large bowl, combine the bran, flour, sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, salt and raisins, then toss to mix them all together. 4. Then add the pumpkin, eggs, oil and yoghurt. Stir these into the mix until they are just combined. 5. Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin. 6. Bake for 25 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
Submitted by Caroline W, Richmond
Coming soon
Coming soon
No.1 Duke Street
Franco Manca
Inspired by the local area, this independent neighbourhood bar will offer delightful dishes throughout the day, from breakfast and brunch to dinner, sharing plates to cocktails. A late licence on Friday and Saturday means that you can drink, dine and dance the weekend away.
These sumptuous sourdough pizzas are made from slow-rising sourdough baked in a wood-burning “tufae” brick oven. They can be topped with anything from soft goat’s curd and Colston Bassett stilton to wild capers and cured chorizo.
1a Duke Street, TW9 1HP, no1dukestreet.com
20 The Broadway, SW19 1RE, francomanca.co.uk
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Our signs have been put outside and the orders have started trickling in, signalling for us at least, the beginning of the festive season. I am, of course, talking turkeys. The traditional Christmas bird, on our tables since the times of Henry VIII, is to many the highlight of the Christmas Day feast. With so many differing options available to buy, here are our top tips for selecting the perfect bird. Our recommendation is a free range bronze. The bronze turkey has risen in popularity in recent years and has all the subtleties and depth of flavour to stand up to the occasion. Responsible rearing and good husbandry are of utmost importance and slow growing traditional breeds that reach full maturity naturally will always result in a tastier mouthful. Our birds spend their days exploring the Downland meadows of the Walters’ Family Bower Farm in Berkshire, enjoying freedom and fresh air. We always recommend buying a fresh turkey for Christmas although a frozen bird will still be tasty as long you steer clear of mass produced and intensive farming methods. A good indicator of this level of care is to ask your butcher if the birds were produced by a member of the Traditional Farm Fresh Turkey Association. This also ensures the birds consume a natural diet without growth promoters or other hidden nasties. You will want to select a bird that has been dry plucked. It’s a more labour intensive process than wet plucking but produces better results. The plucking is done by hand and leaves the skin smooth and silky. Lastly, buy a turkey which has been hung. Hanging the bird in the same way that game or aged steaks are hung ensures the turkey is moist, tender and develops a fuller, more mature flavour. 88 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1LL, 020 8788 6160, parsonsnose.co.uk
Parent Trap: Nappy Valley Net Richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the four years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, launched it, with more than 130,000 visits to the site every month. An invaluable tool for parents based in south-west London who are seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site.
Tues, 8 Sept, 2015 5.36pm I’m hoping for some advice from those with au pair experience. We are looking to take one on next year. We’ve found a lovely girl from Australia, agreed responsibilities and are now just looking to discover what she should be paid. As it’s the first time for her and us, we don’t have any idea how much we should pay. Is there a formula I can use? Do I take into account the number of hours, hourly rate, plus room and board cost? How do I evaluate room and board? Is there a market rate? Obviously living in a rather expensive area this would mean her in-the-pocket pay would be a lot lower than if she had boarded somewhere cheaper. Any guidance would be very much appreciated. Top replies: Tues, 8 Sept, 2015 9.01pm You are looking at this the wrong way. You are welcoming her into your home to look after your children. She’s not coming over as a working London lodger who needs to pay her way. If you try to put a price on her food and accommodation she will end up owing you money! As for her room, that is the deal with an au pair and the cost down to you. Stop thinking of offering her something she should pay for. For au
pairs there tends to be a pre-decided price to be paid per week. That, hopefully someone else can help you with. Au pairs don’t normally have set hours like a nanny but you would normally agree the responsibilities, such as when she is supposed to look after the children and what needs to be done in terms of light housework. Tues, 8 Sept, 2015 9.23pm I think the general recommendation is that an au pair works for up to 25 hours and gets £80-£100 per week while an au pair plus works up to 35 hours and gets £100-£120 per week. Generally they should not have sole charge of children under two years old and should only do light housework as they are not a nanny or a cleaner. They should be given two days off a week and at least four weeks holiday. I agree that you shouldn’t treat her like a lodger; if anything in London you could give her a bit more because of the high cost of living. We gave our au pair extra funds for travel and her phone. Good luck – when an au pair and a family work well together it is really brilliant! Tues, 8 Sept, 2015 9.46pm Most families I know in the area pay £90-£100 for 25-30 hours plus one night babysitting. The terms for au pairs are quite specific – they’re not supposed to work more than 30 hours per week, and
should have two full days off per week. They’re meant to be here for cultural exchange and should be provided with room and board. Depending on the amount of pocket money, some families might pay for their phone, flights, travel cards, etc. We’re about to employ our second au pair and I’ve always tried to be on the generous side as you want them to be happy, and I agree with previous comments that London is expensive. Wed, 9 Sept, 2015 9.36am The idea is that the pocket money will cover their expenses while living in London – so that they don’t save any money, but aren’t out of pocket either. In London, £100 per week doesn’t go that far in 2015 – a night out, a nice meal or two, gym membership, classes, the odd coffee. But if you are both happy with whatever financial arrangement you come up with, then it might work out really well. Wed 9 Sept, 2015 10.10am There has to be an exchange – you can’t expect a young girl to come to London and not get to experience it because she hasn’t got the money to do so. Do you expect her to sit in your house, appreciating the location? She will have no clue about the London housing market or see it as anything else but a house. If you can’t afford it, don’t do it. It doesn’t look very promising, judging by your attitude. Wed 9 Sept, 2015 10.22am You don’t want her to come over and feel resentful that she’s the poorest au pair in her friendship group. One of my neighbours had their au pair poached by another neighbour for an extra £30 a week and that caused quite a bit of tension on the street. A great au pair is wonderful but it is a bit of a mind-set. If you’re really keen to keep costs down as that’s your over-riding priority, it may be that an au pair isn’t the right choice for you. I’m not saying I believe that is the case, but if you really feel that the extra hundred pounds a month makes it non-viable then it may not be a good idea.
All threads from NappyValleyNet.com; users’ names have been omitted to protect individuals identities and although opinions have not been altered, posts have been edited in line with the Residents’ Journal house style
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parents & kids Bits and bobs for tots and teens this November
Dinomic dressing Fashion trends come and go, but one thing is for certain – dinosaurs will always be cool. Keep your mini-monsters warm in cold weather with this dino-tastic range from JoJo Maman Bébé. All of the products are fleece-lined (apart from the jumper) and emblazoned with gorgeous, fearsome creatures so your little tykes can rock a trend that has lasted the millennia – unlike the dinosaurs themselves, sadly.
Putney store: 30 The Exchange, SW15 1TW, 020 8780 5165 Wimbledon store: 63 The Broadway, SW19 1QD, 020 8540 0468 jojomamanbebe.co.uk
Party in the USA
Clockwise from left: Dinosaur Fleece-Lined Jacket, £39, Boys’ Dinosaur Jumper, £21, Dinosaur Hat, £12, Dinosaur Mittens, £10
Paddling in puddles
The Alligator’s Mouth bookshop will be holding a special event celebrating Thanksgiving this month. Running all day, there will be plenty of American treats and snacks to go around, as well as a showcase of its favourite American children’s authors and illustrators, with songs and music at 11am and 4pm. The bookshop also holds a regular storytime session (Monday 10.30am and 3.45pm, Tuesday and Wednesday 3.45pm) so pop along with your little ones to get whisked away into an imaginary world.
Is there anything better than a long walk with the family, crunching through leaves and hunting for conkers? The answer is yes – mud pies and puddle dancing, anyone? Keep your kids’ toes warm and dry this autumn with a pair of Delaney Dr Martens boots complete with lace-up detail, inside zip fastening, a sturdy heel and a handy loop, perfect for hanging them up to avoid getting mud everywhere. Available in three colours, your little rascals will be ready for the elements this season.
All day, 26 November, 2a Church Court, TW9 1JL, 0208 948 6775, thealligatorsmouth.co.uk
Daddy day care
Delaney Dr Martens boots, £75, trotters.co.uk
Dad Day is the perfect opportunity for fathers and male carers to spend quality time with their children, so pencil in a playdate with Richmond Council Arts Service. The artist-led activities are held every second Saturday of the month, and the themes are based on the current Riverside Gallery exhibitions. The November session is all about monster mayhem, taking inspiration from various children’s stories to create monsters the little ones can take home.
10am-12noon, 7 November, first child £6, additional siblings £3, Whittaker Ellis Suite, Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, TW9 1TP, 0208 831 6485, richmond.gov.uk
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Fashion News Autumnal glad rags to keep you snug and stylish
Pack it in Everyone needs a staple leather backpack – fact. Eco-luxury brand Ethical Collection, founded by Giovanna Eastwood, offers a variety of beautiful and ethically-sourced products. Her mission is to introduce the work of skilled artisans from around the world to London, encouraging people to opt for sustainable fashion. Our top pick from her collection of designers has to be this backpack from Cuero & Mør, who use natural vegetable tannins to tan their leather, which in the case of this piece is gorgeous black buffalo.
The Great British Baker This A/W15 sees the launch of Ted Baker’s exclusive collection for Selfridges. Channelling this season’s trend for interior design-inspired clothing (runways were transformed into domestic scenes with models draped in brocade and jacquard), the collection features etched floral prints on a range of pieces – presenting the perfect capsule wardrobe.
Ted Baker A/W15 collection, from £99, selfridges.com
£270, Cuero & Mør at Ethical Collection, ethicalcollection.com, @ethicalcollectionlondon
Walking on air The days are getting shorter and darker, but that doesn’t mean style has to fade. This American Vintage Moon State sweater in a mohairblend features chunky ribbed cuffs and a cosy funnel neck.
Leg work
£135, 77 High Street, SW19 5EG, 020 8946 6288, question-air.com
Suit up South west London resident and fashion guru Flavia Young has once again ensured we’re sorted for the season with a collection of designer pieces on her online luxury boutique. We adore IRO, a quintessentially Parisian label that was founded by brothers Laurent and Arik Bitton in 2004, offering versatile pieces with the perfect balance of femininity and androgyny. We’ve fallen in love with their Barton coat – sleek, minimalist and with a 100 per cent cotton exterior, it’s the perfect addition to your autumn wardrobe.
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Kick-start the season in Stuart Weitzman’s over-the-knee boots. These dramatic additions to the shoe designer’s iconic stretch boots include Alllegs (a high heel version) and Leggylady (a flat version); both of these have been reworked in luscious stretch leather, ultra-stretch suede and patent leather, and come in a choice of six colours. Pair Alllegs with a suede mini to emulate this season’s ’70s trend.
£665 Alllegs, £680 Leggylady, stuartweitzman.com
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Once upon a time in
Barnes The Journal takes a turn through the picturesque village of Barnes to watch one of the most anticipated events of the year
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ove over Milan and make some room for the magnificent Barnes Charity Fashion Show. Last month marked the fifth year of the event, taking place over two evenings in St Mary’s Church. Both nights opened with stunning performances by The Navy Blues Quartet, made up of a group of students from St Paul’s School. Our personal favourite piece had to be their rendition of The Pink Panther Theme – the perfect smooth classic to kick things off. The eternally charming American actor Peter Brooke hosted the main event, which saw a fleet of models strut, sway and shimmy down the runway. Choreographed by Lisa Mac, they swooped around the stage in an array of gorgeous pieces from local designers. We at the Journal all have our favourite moments. When a troop of trendy tots stormed the stage bedecked in Milliemanu’s quirky threads, nearly the whole audience leapt up to cheer them on. Additionally, when the utterly gorgeous customers-turned-models of Carolyn de la Drapière boogied and bopped their way around the stage, the crowd was uncontainable. The whole evening was a fine example of the incredible community in Barnes and of how much camaraderie there is among local businesses. After the show was done, the raffle had been drawn and everybody’s palms were sore with clapping, we headed over to Kitson Hall for prosecco and pop-ups. Mingling among the famous faces of Barnes, all anyone could talk about was how wonderful the shows were and how much they love SW13. The postcard town, kept quiet away from the bright lights of central London, may not be the fashion capital of the world just yet, but it is certainly keeping the rest of the city on its toes. n
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All photos courtesy of Marsh & Parsons
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Fall
in love
The Journal catches up with Marie Truelove and her bodacious boutique, Truelove So Marie, what can you tell our readers about Truelove? Truelove is a visually uplifting boutique, creating a sensorial treat for our clients. The revival of good old-fashioned customer service allows our ladies to enjoy their experience and benefit from our expertise.
Why did you decide to open the store? Truelove was born out of a love of lingerie and a frustration at the lack of choice for real women. In a world where we are all different sizes, we wanted to offer clients of all shapes a collection that was both comfortable as well as luxurious.
How do you source your products? Twice a year we visit Paris to see the lingerie collections. Our energy goes into sourcing new designers, carefully acquiring pieces that will sit well in the boutique and complement our existing ranges.
What is your favourite piece in the Boutique? Our seasonal statement pieces from La Perla are literally selling as fast as we can unpack them – each piece is full of seduction and glamour.
What makes Truelove stand out? Truelove provides beautiful lingerie and swimwear that works with your shape, rather than moulding you into a pre-formed silhouette.
What should women consider when shopping for new lingerie? Above all other factors your lingerie needs to feel comfortable and fit well. Eighty per cent of women still wear the wrong size bra, so we’re on a mission!
Talk us through your Wire Free range. Wire Free offers a choice of having a well supporting bra without wires, giving them extra comfort.
What have been your highlights? Last year we were finalists in the Underlines Awards for Best Shop and we also hosted a Real Women Fashion Show at Truelove, using our own clients as models. We are holding our second Real Women Fashion Show this November, with prizes, fittings and gorgeous size 14 mannequins. Keep updated by visiting our website and Facebook page. n
Opening Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-5.30pm 48 White Hart Lane, Barnes, SW13 0PZ, 020 8876 7330, truelove.london
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Planning & Development Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south west London
Planning applications
Far from over the hill This gated development, inspired by traditional Georgian and Victorian mansions in the area, is just a stone’s throw from East Putney underground station. Oakhill Park comprises one, two and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses, with access to a private gym, safe underground parking and a concierge service. The development has a Code 4 rating for Sustainable Homes, thanks to its biodiverse gardens, energy-efficient appliances and ground source heat pumps. Putney boasts a number of local parks and a range of public transport links to central London and the Surrey countryside. Each apartment has a contemporary kitchen with Siemens and Bosch appliances, and each property has a private slice of the outdoors in the form of balconies or terraces. Designed by architects Rolfe Judd Ltd, work on the complex started in June last year, and the first homes at Oakhill Park will be ready for residents this December. Prices start from £590,000. For more information or to book a private appointment to view the show home, contact Savills on 020 3430 6920 or visit oakhillpark.co.uk
Date RECEIVED: 8 September Address: Spring Grove Road, TW10 Proposal: New garden shed. Date RECEIVED: 18 September Address: Lebanon Park, TW1 Proposal: Demolition of existing garage and rear extension, construction of new rear extension, basement extension including front lightwell and construction of new garden shed. Date RECEIVED: 18 September Address: St Johns Avenue, SW15 Proposal: Notification of intention to install a cabinet. Date RECEIVED: 18 September Address: Enmore Gardens, SW14 Proposal: Single-storey rear extension. Date RECEIVED: 21 September Address: North Gardens, SW19 Proposal: Erection of a rear roof extension. Date RECEIVED: 23 September Address: Elm Walk, SW20 Proposal: Erection of a single-storey extension.
Planned roadworks and closures in and around November STREET
planned work
dates
works owner
Derby Road, SW14
Carry out carriageway channel plan and 10mm DBM overlay
9-11 November
Richmond upon Thames 020 8891 1411
Duke Street, TW9
Lay new domestic service four metres from main in nearside carriageway
23-27 November
National Grid Gas 0845 605 6677
Ham Farm Road, TW10
Carry out footway maintenance works
16 November – 18 December
Richmond upon Thames
Malcolm Road, SW19
Fulcrum to lay new gas service two metres in footway to property
27 November – 2 December
Fulcrum Pipelines 0845 641 3010
Sandycombe Road, TW9
Locate and excavate three blockages in existing duct
10-12 November
British Telecommunications 0800 800 150
Whitton Road, TW1
Repair sewer chamber
9-20 November
Thames Water 0845 9200 800
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of Roehampton The Journal discovers the delights of the Ibstock Place School Christmas Market
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escribed as ‘Ibstock in Wonderland,’ by the Tatler Guide to Top Prep & Public Schools in the UK, find out what all the festive fuss is about by coming along to the Christmas market organised by Ibstock Place School’s (IPS) Parent Teacher Association. With more than 100 stalls exhibiting a variety of crafts and homemade goodies, there is bound to be plenty of gift inspiration. The Christmas Market at Ibstock Place School is in its third year and going from strength to strength, with more than 1,600 visitors last year. Sponsored by Hamptons International, it was set up by senior school parents Gabby Covill and Elaine Bancroft, who wanted to bring an exciting Christmas shopping event to the school. “The Christmas Market has taken over our lives, as we’re constantly on the look-out for amazing new stalls and products,” Gabby tells us. “It also means we attend other fairs, charity events and craft sales, which certainly isn’t a hardship.” Elaine adds, “We want the Christmas Market to feel fresh each year, so visitors can go shopping for gifts without battling the crowds in central London.” New stalls this year include faux flowers from Funky Bunch, cashmere pieces from Wyse London, dog-inspired gifts from Bottle Green Homes, shoes from Billy Ruffian, and kidswear from Little Leggies. They’ll be joining well-established market favourites such as Pinkster Gin, Boho Betty jewellery, Macarons by Babette and Snow Finel Ski Wear. Additionally, there will be entertainment for children of all ages, including carol singing, snow machines and a wide range of foods and refreshments such as mulled wine, hot chocolate, churros, crêpes and a sumptuous PTA barbecue. Recent years have seen the school completely transformed and dubbed as having a “country-school atmosphere with London polish”. The school’s curriculum is inspiring and succeeds in encouraging all pupils. IPS maintains an outstanding pastoral programme that monitors each pupil’s development with care, sensitivity and guidance. Pupils are renowned for their creativity, resilience and empathy, gaining vital independent learning skills which are so necessary for success in higher education.
Record-breaking GCSE and A-level results last year propelled IPS up the school league tables. In 2015, The Times placed IPS 13th among independent co-educational schools nationally. Approximately 70 per cent of pupils go on to Russell Group universities, and Oxbridge places have been attained in subjects as diverse as English Literature, Experimental Psychology, History, Law, Mathematics, Modern Languages and Natural Sciences. In the meantime, we’re excited to browse the market, keeping our eyes peeled for the latest addition to the school’s skyline – a stunning new Performing Arts Centre. This 300-seat, fully-equipped flexible performance space has state-of-the-art lighting and sound, a spacious foyer with an integrated bar, fly loft for supporting scenery and extensive backstage facilities including dressing rooms, Green Room and a prop/scenery-making workshop, as well as an independent drama studio. Dance, drama and music have never been stronger at IPS and the school now has a purpose-built venue to let creative energies flourish in all directions. The theatre will open with five performances of Cinderella, the Christmas pantomime, brought to the stage for family and friends of IPS by a talented company of pupils. n
Entry £2, 11am-3pm, 14 November, Ibstock Place School, Clarence Lane, SW15 5PY, 020 8876 9991, ibstockplaceschool.co.uk
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IBSTOCK PLACE SCHOOL PTA Christmas Market
Saturday 14 November | 11am - 3pm | Entry £2 Entry via Danebury Avenue only IBSTOCK PLACE SCHOOL, Clarence Lane, London SW15 5PY
Proudly sponsored by
Over 90 fabulous stalls including Christmas foods and drinks, festive decorations, handbags, jewellery, faux flowers and arrangements, children’s clothes and toys, knitwear, candles and gifts for men.
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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, Morden, 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 020 8891 1411 richmond.gov.uk Wandsworth Council The Town Hall Wandsworth High Street SW18 2PU 020 8871 6000 wandsworth.gov.uk
Post Offices Church Road 96 Church Road, SW13 0DQ Danebury Avenue 31a Danebury Avenue SW15 4DG East Sheen 234 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG Wimbledon 89 The Broadway SW19 1QE
Raynes Park 1a Amity Grove, SW20 0LL Richmond 16-17 George Street, TW9 1JS postoffice.co.uk
Vets and pets M.A. Dog Training and Services 07547 716076 madogtraining@gmail.com madogtrainingandservices.co.uk Richmond Vets 161 Kew Road, Richmond TW9 2PN 020 8940 1090 richmondvets.co.uk The Vet on Richmond Hill 38 Friars Stile Road Richmond TW10 6NQ 020 8948 3737 thevetonrichmondhill.com
Dentists Arthur Road Dental Practice 172 Arthur Road Wimbledon SW19 8AQ 020 8946 2646 dentistsw19.com Roseneath Dental Care Corner of Mount Ararat & Paradise Road, Richmond TW10 6PA, 020 8940 9955 roseneath.co.uk
ORTHoDONTISTS
Solicitors
Wimbledon Orthodontic Practice ‘Registered Specialist Orthodontists practising in the area since 1996’ 18 Tabor Grove Wimbledon, SW19 4EB 020 8944 0180 info@wimbledon-orthodontist.co.uk wimbledon-orthodontist.co.uk
Dixon Ward 16 The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QD 020 8940 4051 dixon-ward.co.uk
Doctors Coombe Medical Practice 13 Brook Gardens Kingston upon Thames KT2 7ET 020 8605 0044 coombemedicalpractice.co.uk Seymour House Surgery 154 Sheen Road Richmond TW9 1UU 020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk Sheen Lane Health Centre Sheen Lane, East Sheen, SW14 8LP 020 8876 3901 sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk
Optician David Clulow Opticians 5 George Street Richmond, TW9 1JY 020 8332 0345 davidclulow.com
Russell-Cooke Solicitors 2 Putney Hill SW15 6AB 020 8789 9111 russell-cooke.co.uk
Cleaners DS Eco Cleaning Ltd 7a Alder Road, East Sheen, SW14 8ER 0800 612 1378 dscleaning.co.uk
HANDYMAN Putney Handyman: Property Maintenance and Electrical Engineers John Bailey 07513 054 997 putneyhandyman@gmail.com
MOVING SERVICES Abels Moving Services UK Residential, European and International Removals & Storage 020 3773 5796 info@abels.co.uk abels.co.uk
EDUCATION Holy Cross 25 Sandal Road New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR 020 8395 4225 holycross.kingston.sch.uk
Rokeby School George Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7PB 020 8942 2247 rokebyschool.co.uk
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home & Culture Architects
Antiques
Andrew Catto Architects 154 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS 020 8785 0077 andrewcatto.co.uk
The Gooday Gallery 14 Richmond Hill TW10 6QX 020 8940 8652 thegoodaygallery.com
Bob Trimble Architects 36 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3LJ 020 8538 9303 trimblearchitect.co.uk GPS Architects 14 The Green Richmond, TW9 1PX 020 8940 8244 gpsarchitects.co.uk Holden Harper 26 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5BY 020 8946 5502 holdenharper.co.uk
Regallis Associates ‘A south west London staple which has delivered bespoke architectural designs to suit conversions, extensions or complete refurbishments since 2003’ The Mews 12 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1JP 020 8789 4887 regallis.co.uk
Orleans House Gallery Riverside, Twickenham TW1 3DJ 020 8831 6000 richmond.gov.uk/orleans_house_ gallery
Museums/Galleries Henry Boxer Gallery (visits by appointment only) 98 Stuart Court Richmond Hill TW10 6RJ 020 8948 1633 outsiderart.co.uk Lacy Road Gallery 30 Lacy Road Putney SW15 1NL 020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk Landmark Art Gallery Landmark Arts Centre Ferry Road, Teddington TW11 9NN 020 8977 7558 landmarkartscentre.org
Richmond Hill Gallery 26 Richmond Hill Richmond, TW10 6QX 020 8940 5152 therichmondhillgallery.com
The Twickenham Museum 25 The Embankment Twickenham, TW1 3DU 020 8408 0070 twickenham-museum.org.uk Will’s Art Warehouse 180 Lower Richmond Road Putney Common, SW15 1LY 020 8246 4840 wills-art.com
Riverside Gallery 36 Barnes High Street SW13 9LP 020 8878 0040 riversidegallery.co.uk
Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Church Road Wimbledon, SW19 5AE 020 8946 6131 wimbledon.com
Strawberry Hill House (Horace Walpole’s Gothic Castle) 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST 020 8744 1241 strawberryhillhouse.org.uk
Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill Road Wimbledon Common SW19 5NR wimbledonwindmill@gmail.com wimbledonwindmill.org.uk
The Architect’s Gallery The Powder Rooms 69-71 Broad Street Teddington, TW11 8QZ 020 8977 7046 thearchitectsgallery.com
Museum of Richmond Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue Richmond, TW9 1TP 020 8322 1141 museumofrichmond.com
The Russell Gallery 12 Lower Richmond Road Putney, SW15 1JP 020 8780 5228 russell-gallery.com
entertainment New Wimbledon Theatre 93 The Broadway SW19 1QG 0844 871 7646 atgtickets.com/wimbledon
Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 polkatheatre.com
Normansfield Theatre The Langdon Down Centre Normansfield 2A Langdon Park, Teddington, TW11 9PS 0333 121 2300 langdondowncentre.org.uk
Putney Arts Theatre Ravenna Road, SW15 6AW 020 8788 6943 putneyartstheatre.org.uk
Orange Tree Theatre 1 Clarence Street Richmond, TW9 2SA 020 8940 3633 orangetreetheatre.co.uk
Richmond Theatre The Green, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7651 atgtickets.com/richmond
Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts 07973 900 196 steponstageacademy.co.uk Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse 90 High Street, Hampton Hill TW12 1NZ, 0845 838 7529 teddingtontheatreclub.org.uk The Bearcat Comedy Club The Turk’s Head 28 Winchester Road St Margaret’s Twickenham TW1 1LF 020 8607 9190 bearcatcomedy.co.uk - 31 -
The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EU 020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk The Richmond Shakespeare Society The Mary Wallace Theatre The Embankment, Twickenham TW1 3DU 020 8744 0547 richmondshakespeare.org.uk The Rose Theatre 24-26 High Street Kingston, KT1 1HL 020 8546 6983 rosetheatrekingston.org
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HEALTH & BEAUTY Atelier M London Laser & Cryogenic Lipolysis 209 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, SW15 1HJ 020 8785 4759 atelier-mlondon.com
Beauchamp Beauty 14 Eton Street Richmond, TW9 1EE 020 8439 9977 beauchampbeauty.com Beyond Skin 11 York Street Twickenham, TW1 3JZ 020 8891 4416 beyond-skin.co.uk
Blush Beauty 367 Richmond Road East Twickenham TW1 2EJ 020 8892 2820 blushrichmondbridge.co.uk
Lulu Blonde Hair & Beauty 20 Ridgway Wimbeldon Village SW19 4QN 020 8947 2469 lulublonde.com
B London Boutique 16 Barnes High Street SW13 9LW 020 8876 7577 blondonboutique.com
Paris Moses Salon 30a Hill Street Richmond TW9 1TW 0208 940 9646 parismoses.co.uk
Emily Victoria Beauty 71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD 020 8487 9595 emily-victoria.co.uk
Sirisha’s Health and Beauty 145 St Margaret’s Road Twickenham TW1 1RG 020 8891 4380 sirishashealthandbeauty.com
The Lensbury Spa ‘Set on 25 acres of landscaped grounds on the banks of the river Thames’ Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9NU 020 8614 6400 lensbury.com True Beauty Salon & Medispa 57 King Street Parade, Cross Deep, Twickenham TW1 3SG 020 8892 7999 truebeautysalon.co.uk WT Spa 55-56 George Street Richmond, TW9 1HE 020 8439 9936 wtspa.com
Fashion BOUTIQUES Chatterton’s 40 White Hart Lane Barnes, SW13 OPZ 020 8487 1004 chattertonshop.co.uk Ethical Collection ‘Bringing beautiful items, talented artisans and designers to new markets’ ethicalcollection.com Marco Tripoli 7 White Hart Lane, Barnes, SW13 OPX 07506 260 184 marcotripoli.com
Matches – Richmond 13 Hill Street Richmond TW9 1SX 020 8332 9733 matchesfashion.com
Question Air - Barnes 86 Church Road Barnes, SW13 ODQ 020 8741 0816 Question Air - Wimbledon 77 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EG 020 8946 6288 question-air.com
Matches – Wimbledon 36 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8947 9777
Ruby Blue & Sheen Uncovered 281- 287 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8QS 020 8876 9845 sheenuncovered.co.uk
Nadia Ivanova 76 White Hart Lane Barnes, SW13 OPZ 020 8878 0941 nadiaivanova.co.uk
Hotels, Travel & sOCIAL HOTELS Artists Villa Bed and Breakfast 57 Cobham Road Kingston upon Thames, KT1 3AE 020 8974 5465 kingstonbandb.com Hotel du Vin & Bistro Wimbledon Cannizaro House, West Side Common, Wimbledon, SW19 4UE, 0330 024 0706 hotelduvin.com
The Lensbury ‘Set on 25 acres of landscaped grounds on the banks of the river Thames’ Broom Road, Teddington, TW11 9NU 020 8614 6400 lensbury.com
The Lodge Hotel 52-54 Upper Richmond Road Putney, SW15 2RN 020 8874 1598 thelodgehotellondon.com Richmond Hill Hotel 144-150 Richmond Hill TW10 6RW 020 8940 2247 richmondhill-hotel.co.uk
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Truelove ‘Sumptuous fitting suites allowing for a comfortable & relaxed environment’ 48 White Hart Lane, Barnes, SW13 0PZ 020 8876 7330 truelove.london
Jewellers Kate Hopwood Jewellery 11 Brewers Lane, Richmond TW9 1HH 020 8948 0886 katehopwoodjewellery.com Susan Clarke 11 Paved Court Richmond, TW9 1LZ 020 8948 6057 susanclarkejewellery.co.uk
Travel Agent Simpson Travel Boat Race House, 61-67 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HL 020 3411 7831 simpsontravel.com
vENUE Warren House Warren Road Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7HY 020 8547 1777 warrenhouse.com
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Food & Drink Restaurants
Butchers
Greengrocers
Confectioners
Annie’s 36-38 White Hart Lane Barnes, SW13 0PZ 020 8878 2020 anniesrestaurant.co.uk
AG Miller Ltd 152 Waldegrave Road Teddington, TW11 8NA 020 8977 2753 agmiller.co.uk
Streets Florist and Greengrocer 125 St. Margaret’s Road TW1 1RG 020 8892 1951 streetsflorist.co.uk
Sandrine Chocolates 239 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8QS 020 8878 8168 sandrine.co.uk
Cau 33 High Street Wimbledon, SW19 5BY 020 8605 9091 caurestaurants.com
Ellis Fine Foods 99 High Street Whitton, TW2 7LD 020 8894 9919 ellisfinefoods.co.uk
Enoteca Turi 28 Putney High Street SW15 1SQ 020 8785 4449 enotecaturi.com
J Seal Butchers 7 Barnes High Street SW13 9LW 020 8876 5118 jsealbutchers.co.uk
Light on the Common 48 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5AX 020 8946 3031 lightwimbledon.co.uk
Parson’s Nose ‘A family owned traditional butchers shop in the heart of Fulham, Putney and South Kensington’ 88 Lower Richmond Road Putney, SW15 1LL 020 8788 6160 parsonsnose.co.uk
Rock and Rose 106-108 Kew Road TW9 2PQ 020 8948 8008 rockandroserestaurant.com
Bakeries La Boulangerie – St Margaret’s 2 Crown Road St Margaret’s, TW1 3EE 020 8892 7990 La Boulangerie – Richmond 410 Richmond Road Twickenham, TW1 2EB 020 8892 3332 laboulangere.co.uk Millers Bespoke Bakery Units 4 & 5 Saxon 2 Business Centre 57 Windsor Avenue, SW19 2RR 020 7720 1234 millersbakery.co.uk
Robert & Edwards 19 Leopold Road Wimbledon, SW19 7BB 020 8946 5834 robertandedwards.co.uk
The Cavan Bakery 42 Broad Street Teddington, TW11 8QY 020 8973 3900 thecavanbakery.co.uk
Pubs
Delis
Bricklayers Arms 32 Waterman Street Putney, SW15 1DD 020 8789 3932 bricklayers-arms.co.uk
Bayley & Sage 60 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE 020 8946 9904 bayley-sage.co.uk
Shambles Bar & Restaurant 83-85 High Street TW11 8HG 020 8977 9398 shamblesbar-restaurant.co.uk
Rose and Crown 55 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BA 020 8947 4713 roseandcrownwimbledon.co.uk
Cook & Garcia Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant Richmond, TW9 1DJ 020 8948 7777 cookandgarcia.co.uk
TW2 Bar & Grill 80-82 The Green TW2 5AG 020 8898 9298 tw2barandgrill.com
The Clock House 69 High Street Teddington, TW11 8HA 020 8977 3909 theclockhousepub.com
Sonny’s Kitchen 94 Church Road, Barnes, SW13 0DQ 020 8748 0393 sonnyskitchen.co.uk The White Onion 67 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5EE 020 8947 8278 thewhiteonion.co.uk
The Idle Hour 62-63 Railway Side Barnes, SW13 0PQ 020 8878 5555 theidlehour.co.uk
Fresh Deli and Café 25 Heath Road, Twickenham, TW1 4AW 020 8892 0688 The Alberts Deli 2 Worple Way Richmond, TW10 6DF 020 8617 3029 thealbertsdeli.com
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The Cake Parlour 146 Arthur Road Wimbledon Park SW19 8AQ 020 8947 4424 thecakeparlour.com William Curley 10 Paved Court Richmond, TW9 1LZ 020 8332 3002 williamcurley.co.uk
Cafés Artisan 203 Upper Richmond Road Putney, SW15 6SG 020 8617 3477 artisancoffee.co.uk Babycakes 364 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 7JU 020 8392 2074 my-babycakes.com Il Vero Gusto 376 Richmond Road Richmond TW1 2DX 020 8892 2007 ilverogusto.com Petersham Nurseries Café Church Lane, Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB 020 8940 5230 petershamnurseries.com The Fallow Deer 130 High Street Teddington, TW11 8JB thefallowdeer.com
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Your local agents A selection of the area’s top estate agents
Carter Jonas 44 White Hart Lane SW13 0PZ 020 8878 1115 carterjonas.co.uk
Richmond 8 The Quadrant TW9 1BP 020 8454 7251 (sales) 020 8454 7261 (lettings) Teddington 164 High Street TW11 8HU 020 8970 7902 (sales) 020 8970 7906 (lettings)
London Property Partnership Barnes & Sheen hello@barnespropertypartnership.com hello@sheenpropertypartnership.com
020 8876 5115 Kew, Richmond & St Margarets hello@kewpropertypartnership.com
Douglas & Gordon West Putney 127 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EZ 020 8785 6666 (sales) 020 8788 3333 (lettings) East Putney 190 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8788 3000 (sales) 020 8788 3333 (lettings) douglasandgordon.com
Hamptons Barnes 67 Barnes High Street SW13 9LD 020 8658 7344 (sales) 020 8970 7895 (lettings) East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road West SW14 8AG 020 8454 7247 (sales) 020 8936 3028 (lettings) Putney 184 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8454 7243 (sales) 020 8454 7259 (lettings)
Wimbledon High Street SW19 5BA 020 8454 7249 (sales) 020 8454 7265 (lettings) hamptons.co.uk
Knight Frank Barnes & Putney 56 Barnes High Street SW13 9LF 020 3371 3130 Esher The Old Post House High Street KT10 9QA 01372 464496 Richmond 5 Duke Street TW9 1HP 020 8939 2803 Wimbledon 81 High Street SW19 5EG 020 8946 0026 knightfrank.co.uk
Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street SW13 9LN 020 8939 6900
hello@richmondpropertypartnership.com hello@stmargaretspropertypartnership.com
020 8940 3020 london-property-partnership.com
East Sheen 298a Upper Richmond Road West SW14 7JG 020 8018 7777 Putney 198 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8780 9900
Marsh & Parsons Barnes 73/75 Church Road SW13 9HH 020 8563 8333 East Sheen 202 Upper Richmond Road SW14 8AN 020 8878 2828 Richmond 1 The Quadrant TW9 1BP 020 8939 1770 marshandparsons.co.uk
Robert Holmes & Co Wimbledon Willow House 35 High Street SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes) 11-13 Church Road SW19 5DW 020 8879 9669 (lettings) robertholmes.co.uk - 35 -
Richmond 40-42 Hill Rise TW10 6UA 020 8614 9100 Wimbledon 1 High Street SW19 5DX 020 8971 8111 savills.co.uk
Winkworth Barnes 2 Barnes High Street SW13 9LB 020 8255 0088 (sales) 020 8878 7966 (lettings) Putney 196 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH 020 8788 9295 Wimbledon 37 Church Road SW19 5DQ 020 8946 2930 winkworth.co.uk
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Richmond A rarely available striking family home arranged over four floors that offers comfortable, contemporary living with a period facade. The house has been sympathetically refurbished to a high standard by the current owners. EPC: D
£1,650,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Richmond Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Terraced House 3 Bedrooms 2 Reception Rooms 1 Bathroom Patio and Garden 1683 Sq. Ft.
Coombe Estate A superb detached family home, set over three floors, situated in the prestigious Coombe Estate. The property has been refurbished and extended to a very high standard and provides five bedrooms, excellent family/entertaining space, a southwesterly garden that extends to 118ft and a generous gated driveway. EPC: B
£2,495,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | Lettings. 020 8970 7906
Private Estate Gated Driveway Refurbished & Extended High Specification Five Bedrooms 118 ft SW Garden
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Putney Named after one of Charles Dickens finest works, Bleak House is a five bedroom new build freehold home offering in excess of 3,000 square feet of living accommodation. Positioned in a quite breathtaking location by the River Thames at Putney and finished to the highest standard by Keller London. EPC: B
£4,500,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Waterside house Five bedrooms Four bathrooms Two reception rooms Two balconies Private parking
Barnes An immaculately presented, double fronted Victorian house situated in a quiet residential road, yet just moments from the bustling boutiques of White Hart Lane. This beautiful family home has a through reception room with a feature fireplace, fitted kitchen and French doors leading into the garden. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower, and a separate family bathroom. EPC: D
Guide Price £1,195,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Double fronted Open plan kitchen and dining room Solid Oak Floors Master Bedroom with en-suite shower room Quiet location Close to shops and restaurants
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Putney/Sheen Borders This superb five bedroom, five bathroom detached residence is remarkably light and spacious with extensive and highly adaptable, predominantly ‘open-plan’ accommodation, arranged over three floors. These large lateral spaces can be sub-divided if preferred, to suit individual requirements. The house has been finished to the highest specification, incorporating top quality natural materials including solid oak and natural stone flooring and a stunning oak feature staircase leading from the impressive entrance hall. EPC: C
Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | Lettings. 020 3601 1912
£3,495,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Three reception rooms Study/playroom Spacious kitchen Five bedrooms Five bathrooms Security gated off-street parking
Hampton Wick A stunning six bedroom detached Edwardian family house located in a very popular residential street and extremely convenient for the railway station as well as Royal Bushy Park and the River Thames. Offered for sale with no onward chain. EPC: B
£2,100,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7265
Six bedrooms Three reception rooms Four bathrooms Garden Private Parking 3063 Approx Sq Ft
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Taking the lead By utilising its global database of buyers, Knight Frank is celebrating its first year in Barnes with exceptional results
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s I walk through the gates of a striking pillared house on Burges Grove in Barnes, I start picturing elegant drawing rooms, sweeping staircases and vast bedrooms with equally accommodating en suites. I’m not wrong – however, nothing could have prepared me for the view. I take a jaunt up the aforementioned staircase, through the enviable master bedroom and out onto a balcony where I practically come nose-to-nose with a Highland cow. The property is situated on the edge of the Barnes Wetlands Centre (WWT) and the view is breathtaking. Grazing cattle, flocks of wood pigeons and wintering ducks amid stretches of lush, watery planes. This view, combined with the extensive number of exquisitely decorated rooms, is more than enough to convince me I should move to this quiet corner of London. It has been one year since Knight Frank set up shop in Barnes, and both James Williams, office head, and sales associate Edward Sainter are smiling from ear to ear, striding around the stunning property with a distinct bounce in their step. It’s understandable – after all, in the last 12 months the branch has gone from strength to strength, taking their expertise into new areas such as Putney and Sheen, while introducing clients from all over the world to the area. “Generally, it’s been really good and exciting for us,” James tells me with pride. “We’ve had fantastic feedback from the clients that we have dealt with so far who felt that we certainly were needed.” The property market has seen its ups and downs since last November. A general election, the threat of mansion tax and changes in stamp duty all came into play. “Buyers were trying to call the market,” James says, “but after the election they thought ‘right, now we’ve got to secure that property that we have been considering for the last six months’, and we had a great run.” As he points out, the market is recovering and both estate agents and buyers see the need for careful management. “The market changed so quickly and now we see a more weekly fluctuation,” Edward adds. “Buyers have taken the time to understand market
Edward Sainter (left) and James Williams (right) Photography © Sarel Jansen
conditions, they’ve done their research and are feeling comfortable that there is a steady marketplace.” James nods and continues: “The wider economy is looking healthy and market conditions are much better than they were 12 months ago. Buyers live off confidence.” Musing, he adds: “I think if you are in the markets, we have all got investments somewhere which are linked to the City of London and globally, and if things pick up a little bit, we all feel more comfortable.”
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With a market that can still be turbulent, keeping motivated and aware seems to be the key to success. “In some cases that’s a death of an estate agent, when they can’t cope when the market changes,” James says. “That is something I focused on when I came to Barnes – giving clients the best possible advice in the changing market conditions. The feedback that I get a lot from clients is that they don’t know what is going on, they don’t know what the right price is and it’s our job to tell them.”
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Success story: Burges Grove, guide price £4,250,000
The team of four have been busy in both Barnes and Putney, but have additionally had many success stories in the international market. “We set out in Barnes to look after and to engage with the local market for our Barnes clients, but a significant amount of our buyers this year have been from central London and overseas,” James says, confidently. “There are no boundaries in our business. We’re encouraged to speak to all our residential teams in London. I meet with my fellow office heads regularly and we discuss houses of interest, market dynamics and buyers in the market. This helps us advise our clients that we have this network behind us that’s working hard to deliver a result.” Using this resource, James and his team have fulfilled their initial promises to Barnes, giving the area an increasingly international view while maintaining the village-like community atmosphere that makes it so unique and desirable. “We’ve worked with a variety of buyers from around the world, so there’s been a really diverse spread of interesting people. Around half of our deals this year have come from west and south-west London; Chelsea, Kensington and Notting Hill. Those three have been a big draw for us, predominantly down to the schools here, such as St Paul’s School and the Harrodian,” James informs me. “There have been a number of market appraisals that I have attended with the heads of those offices, because they’re seeing a number of their clients who are selling and trading south of the river.” Edward adds thoughtfully: “Barnes’ market is one where people move within the area and Knight Frank is a company who look for a long-term relationship.
We have become the world’s largest privatelyowned global property consultancy, which creates a phenomenal atmosphere in which to work Often we’re not only looking at moving the market forward but also maintaining confidence with that client and word of mouth.” A prime example of their global presence and ability to service clients both locally and internationally is the property next door to our meeting place. The client decided to instruct Knight Frank after a period of time on the market with a local agent, and within two weeks two international buyers were introduced to the property. It ended up going to a buyer who had already dealt with Knight Frank in India. “I sold the property to an Asian family who worked with our commercial team in Bangalore – they’ve just got married and moved into the
Edward Sainter, Photography © Sarel Jansen
James Williams Photography © Sarel Jansen
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village. We’ve had two new clients from her recommendations,” Edward says. Their business is cohesive – a well-oiled machine that acquires clients and maintains them, using every resource available. Both James and Edward agree that moving into Barnes was a requirement for their clients, and they take visible pride in their work over the last year. “We have become the world’s largest privately-owned global property consultancy, which creates a phenomenal atmosphere in which to work.” James says plainly. “With more than 118 years of experience and 370 offices in 55 countries, we have a fantastic worldwide network that we utilise in order to deliver exceptionally strong results; every office works together for the common good of the client.” James hints at next year’s prospects, including new ventures and exciting new driving initiatives behind their market in London. Needless to say, it will be interesting to see what 2016 has in store for both Barnes and its Knight Frank cavalry. n
Knight Frank Barnes, 56 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LF, 020 3371 3130, knightfrank.co.uk
Embankment, Putney SW15 An architecturally designed luxury riverside home by Kellerlondon This impressive Victorian house has been newly built from the ground up while retaining the original front facade. Situated on Putney's historic embankment the property offers stunning river views. 4 bedrooms, 4 bath/shower rooms, bedroom/study, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, study, utility room, media room/gym, balcony, terrace, garden with gated off street parking. EPC: B. Approximately 292 sq m (3,143 sq ft). Freehold
Guide price: £4,500,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/RCH140209
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Woodborough Road, Putney SW15 A substantial period property with extensive gardens in West Putney On the market for only the third time since being built in circa 1895, this unique house provides fabulous space to suit the needs of a growing family. Master bedroom (en suite) with dressing room, 6 further bedrooms (2 en suite), bathroom, shower room, drawing room, reception room, kitchen/breakfast/family room, cloakroom, utility room, cellar, separate studio flat, landscaped gardens, greenhouse, triple garage, off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 572 sq m (6,156 sq ft). Freehold
Guide price: £5,500,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/BNS150006
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Castelnau, Barnes SW13 A well presented period house situated in the heart of Barnes Village This family home is located on one of Barnes' most desirable roads just minutes from Barnes Pond. The property has been a family home for the past 20 years and has come to the market in beautiful condition. 4 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception/dining room, kitchen, study, cloakroom, rear garden, summer house. EPC: F. Approximately 184.4 sq m. (1,985 sq ft). Freehold
Guide price: £4,800,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/BNS150093
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Trinity Church Road, Barnes SW13 Well presented townhouse situated within the Harrods Village Development This excellent townhouse is presented in good condition throughout and has planning permission granted to further extend the ground floor. Master bedroom suite with fitted wardrobes, 3 further bedrooms ﴾1 en suite﴿, bedroom 5/study, family bathroom, reception room, kitchen with dining area, studio, cloakroom, balcony, terrace, roof terrace, front & rear garden, off street parking, garage, 24 hour concierge, communal garden areas, residents sauna, Jacuzzi, gym & swimming pool. EPC: C. Freehold
Guide price: £2,595,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/BNS150110
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Ginnels House, Richmond TW10 Wonderful family house set within secluded grounds close to Richmond Superb balance of lateral living space creating flexible family living. 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, kitchen, dining room, study, utility room, cloakroom, eaves storage, workshop, studio, gym, green house, 2 double garages, garden. EPC: E. Approximately 590 sq m (6,350 sq ft). Freehold
Guide price: £5,950,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/RCH150144
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Kingston Lane, Teddington TW11 Attractive period house on a sought after residential road This Victorian detached family home offers spacious and well presented accommodation. 5 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, entrance hall, kitchen/family/dining room, drawing room, study, utility room, cloakroom, cellar, garden, off street parking. EPC: D. Approximately 274 sq m (2,949 sq ft). Freehold
Guide price: £2,495,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
KnightFrank.co.uk/RCH150186
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A VERY IMPORTANT DECISION Selling your property is a very important decision, so let our dedicated team walk you through the process. To arrange your no obligation market appraisal please contact us: KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026 Guide Price: £1,900,000
Lindisfarne Road, Wimbledon SW20 Beautifully modernised and extended in recent years. Master bedroom en suite, 2 further bedrooms, family bathroom, reception room, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, garden, garage, off street parking. EPC: D. Approximately 291 sq m (3,132 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8946 0026
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
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Coombe Park, Kingston Upon Thames KT2 Master bedroom suite, 5 further bedrooms en suite, drawing room, lounge, dining room, kitchen/family room, games room, gym, indoor pool, sauna, cinema, 2 shower rooms, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC: B. Approximately 1,279.1 sq m (13,768 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8946 0026
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Movers and shakers One year since opening, the Journal catches up with Marsh & Parsons’ East Sheen office
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t’s been a very positive year,” says David Hill (pictured left), sales manager at Marsh & Parsons’ East Sheen office. This office opened just over a year ago in a prime location on East Sheen High Street, and works closely with the Richmond and Barnes branches. What was the thinking behind opening? “Because of the success of our Barnes office, we have really made strides in the area and it felt like the obvious next step,” David explains. Joining David in East Sheen is James Somers (pictured right), lettings manager, who is the poster boy for the Marsh & Parsons graduate training scheme. Fresh from university with a real estate management degree in hand, James came to London in 2011 and began as a trainee with Marsh & Parsons Fulham, worked his way up to a valuer position there and joined the East Sheen team in June of this year. “What I love about the training scheme is that it gives you all the foundations you need to get to the next step of your occupation. The career progression within the company is amazing. That was one of the biggest attractions for me,” James tells me. “I didn’t initially think I might have my own office one day, but here I am,” he continues. I ask David if there have been any particularly big milestones for the team this year. “Certainly. After 10 months of being open, we are now one of the most
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respected agents in the area with a high percentage of available stock and as such have sold respectively.” Clearly a huge triumph for the estate agents both in East Sheen and Marsh & Parsons as a whole. But who or what can the triumph be attributed to? “We’ve got an established brand behind us, originating back to 1856, and it’s also a very obvious area to migrate to from central London,” says David. “We have a very proactive approach and we’ve really taken the bull by the horns in this area. We want to make this the best agency in East Sheen. It’s something we
pride ourselves on and it’s taken a lot of hard work, long hours and long weeks.” The office’s 100 per cent success rate for property sales is emphasised after reading data compiled by Quick Move Now, which claims that the house sales fall-through rate for the first quarter of 2015 was at 27.35 per cent. What’s drawing the crowds away from the bustle of central London, to the more tranquil living of SW14? “The transport links are great – Mortlake is less than a five minute walk from this office and you’re at Waterloo within 20 minutes,” James states. “What you get out here for your money in comparison to central London is incredible.” Even in contrast to across the river in Fulham, where James worked previously, the difference in property for price is noticeable. “You can be spending £1,000 a week on a two-bedroom flat there, whereas here you’re looking at a detached four- to five-bedroom house with a 50ft garden. It’s a massive selling point for families.” So, what’s in store for Marsh & Parsons East Sheen in 2016? “Our aim is to maintain our position as one of the most respected agents in the area and cement our presence in SW14,” says David. n
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