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Dear Resident, Autumn is fast approaching, and this month the Journal heads back to the classroom for the start of a new school year. Eyes on the whiteboard as Jennifer Mason returns to her old school to debate the subject of single-sex boarding establishments and detail those allimportant term dates. Find out more in our education section, from page 16. The 2015 Rugby World Cup kicks off this month at venues around the country, including our very own Twickenham Stadium. To mark the occasion, we chat to local residents to get their opinions on the tournament (p11), offer suggestions for our top five spots to watch the games if you haven’t got a ticket (p13) and detail the exciting happenings at The Bingham, which is hosting a range of events to celebrate rugby in Richmond (p12). We’ve also put together a match timetable to ensure you won’t miss a thing – see dates for your diary on page 15. Elsewhere, Jennifer Mason investigates the inaugural Write on Kew literary festival and its host of famous names; read about the impressive line-up from page 22. We hope you enjoy the issue.
Courtesy of Wycombe Abbey School. For more information, see page 17
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NOTEBOOK Keep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news
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Golden Age of Wireless The Radio Times Festival at the end of the month is offering four star-studded days of talks, Q&As and workshops with some of television and radio’s favourite faces. From national treasures such as Sir David Attenborough, Sir Bruce Forsyth and Jon Snow, to film and TV stars like Paul Hollywood, Cillian Murphy, Danny Dyer and Gogglebox’s Steph and Dom, the event has every corner covered. Critically acclaimed authors David Nicholls, Philippa Gregory and Anthony Horowitz will all be offering their share of literary expertise and anecdotes, while more adventurous guests can enjoy a ballroom dancing masterclass with Robin Windsor and a model-making workshop with Shaun the Sheep creators Aardman. With such an array of exciting events, this is a festival not to be missed.
Adult tickets from £10, child tickets from £6, 24-27 September, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU, radiotimesfestival.com
From top: Paul Hollywood, Sir David Attenborough, Sir Bruce Forsyth
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Youth Club scrubs up Over the last six months, Twickenham’s popular youth club Heatham House has undergone a £700,000 renovation to make it more accessible for young people with disabilities. The Gym has been renamed by its young members and will now be called The Venue and it has gained new visual and audio equipment, as well as a small group work room, a one-to-one room and kitchen facilities. More floor space has been created and the reception is now extended. The outside of the building has undergone renovations to improve its soundproofing and appearance, and a huge number of beautiful plants and flowers are planted around the house.
G.I.Y Food Awards Enter your fruit and veggies patch into the Grow Wandsworth Awards. “It’s important to realise the connection between growing and cooking, that growing food for yourself and your community can be simple, fun and enormously rewarding,” the Mayor of Wandsworth, its founder, explained. The four categories include the Creative Spaces award, the Sunshine award, the Young and Old award and the From Patch to Plate award.
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Richmond’s 50th anniversary A stunning flowerbed has been planted in Richmond’s Terrace Gardens to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the borough. Designed to feature the number 50 and the Richmond logo, the display commemorates the year when the former boroughs of Twickenham, Richmond and Barnes joined together after the London Government Act, which designated 12 inner London boroughs and 20 outer London boroughs.
Terrace Gardens, Richmond Hill, TW10 6RH, richmond.gov.uk
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Fun with food The sumptuous week-long festival of local food and drink returned to Kingston with a bang at the beginning of last month. Locals flooded into the sunshine to enjoy a myriad events, tastings and foodie trails around Kingston, with an estimated 80,000+ visitors over the week. The Live Food Show and the Big Kingston Market took place during the second weekend in the town centre, exhibiting a wide variety of local and international favourites, with lots of tasters for the audience. The Children’s Food Festival was also a bit hit, offering lots of tastings, cake decorating and face painting for budding foodies. With so many delicious events, we can hardly wait for next year!
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Realistic talent Barnes local Amalia Belle Rex is making a splash with her photorealistic artworks and speed-drawing videos. Going from strength to strength, she’s already had her Christmas cards stocked in the Nina and Karavan boutiques in Barnes and has also been commissioned to draw a speed portrait of LA-based DJ Steve Aoki. You can see some of her incredible work on her various social media pages under ABRartist.
Waste not, want not
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Walk to Support Support patients with breast cancer by taking part in a 5km walk across one of London’s greenest spaces this month. The Haven hopes the event will raise money and awareness about its services, which are free to all breast cancer patients. Walkers of all ages can enjoy gorgeous autumn nature while raising money for a worthwhile cause.
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Adults £10, under 13s £6, under fives free, 27 September at 1.30pm, start line at Wimbledon Common Windmill Museum, SW19 5NR, thehaven.org.uk -5-
A new long-term waste plan is being put into action across six London boroughs over the next 17 years. Richmond upon Thames, Brent, Ealing, Harrow, Hillingdon and Hounslow councils have put together a joint West London Waste Plan alongside the Old Oak and Park Royal Development Corporation. West London alone produces more than five million tonnes of waste each year, a figure that could rise to as much as nine million by 2031. “If we don’t do something about it now, we will continue to poison our environment in the future,” said Councillor Pamela Fleming, Richmond Council Cabinet Member for the Environment. The plan will apply to homes, businesses, building sites and other facilities, with the aim of reducing the amount of waste going to landfill as part of the borough’s Development Plan.
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Legend at the lodge The Holly Lodge Centre in Richmond Park has recently acquired a new patron – famous local resident Sir David Attenborough. The worldrenowned broadcaster and naturalist joined two local school groups to open the revamped nature trail, complete with a hibernaculum (fondly named the Bug Hotel), raised ponds, the rabbit warren, dipping boxes, bird feeders and an outside classroom. Sir David enthused: “Richmond Park is my favourite place, and here in the middle of it is this wonderful Holly Lodge education centre and its nature trail. We all talk about the ‘nature deficit’ of many children; here is a practical way to combat that.” On 13 September, the Centre and nature trail will be open to the public from 11am to 4pm, providing the perfect opportunity to see local wildlife with all the family.
Holly Lodge, Richmond Park, TW10 5HS thehollylodgecentre.org.uk
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Kingston residents have been invited by the council to attend a special event to discuss flood defences in the borough. Attendees are encouraged to share their ideas on the proposed scheme and can find out if they are at risk of flooding and what they can do to reduce the risk. David Murphy, project director at the Environment Agency, told the Journal: “We really want to get local residents and businesses involved in the scheme, to hear their views on the proposals and explore what other benefits it could bring to the local area, in addition to reducing flood risk to homes and businesses.” The council has also expressed that the project partners want to hear the views of the public in terms of their concerns and how they would like to be kept updated on how flood-relief work has progressed since the Lower Thames Strategy was published in 2010.
8 September, 4pm-8pm, YMCA Hawker Centre, Lower Ham Road, KT2 5BH kingston.gov.uk
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Make do and mend This month, Kirstie Allsopp’s Handmade Fair returns for its second year. This exciting event, which is sponsored by Hobbycraft and Mollie Makes, brings together Britain’s best craft supply producers, artisan foods and a plethora of handmade gifts and products. Keen crafters can attend workshops with Annie Sloan, Fiona Cairns and Kirstie herself, including accessory making, upcycling, knitting, sewing and paper-crafting. Guests will be able to shop, learn and create a huge array of different pieces, as the fair will be peppered with Kirstie’s experts, offering their expertise in everything from baking and flower-arranging to quirky knitting and garland-making. If you’re twiddling your thumbs as to what to do that weekend, pick up a ticket and immerse yourself in some handmade inspiration.
Adult tickets from £15, child tickets from £6, 18-20 September, 9.30am-6pm, Hampton Court Palace, KT8 9AU, thehandmadefair.com
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Party in Putney As part of Totally Thames’ month of riverside activities, Putney Embankment will have plenty of family fun on 12 September. Get ready for a classic Punch & Judy Show, as well as face painting, a bouncy castle and a mini funfair. There were be gift stalls and street food stands too. Just down the road at St Mary’s Church, you can drop in throughout the day to listen to a wide variety of music, featuring performances from the Wandsworth Symphony Orchestra and Sinfonia Tamesa, along with live entertainment, a barbecue, afternoon tea and cocktails.
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Stay and play at the Bingham for your riverside Rugby World Cup entertainment 3km from Twickenham Stadium | Overnight stays | Pre match lunches | Barbecue screenings | Private hire
61-63 Petersham Road, Richmond Upon Thames, TW10 6UT Tel: +44 (0)208 940 0902 | events@thebingham.co.uk www.thebingham.co.uk/rugby-world-cup-2015 @thebingham
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The Calendar A selection of the best events happening in the area
Throughout September
3 September – 3 October
11-12 September
Heritage festival
A female perspective
Music al fresco
Celebrate the rich and vibrant history of the borough this month with the actionpacked Know Your Place (KYP) festival. The programme is made up of activities and events for enthusiasts of all ages and includes guided walks, workshops, exhibitions, film screenings, a KYP cache trail, behind-thescenes tours of the Old Town Hall and talks by various experts on a range of subjects. These include local historian Richard Holmes talking about the history of Richmond’s pubs, Simon Fowler on the area during World War II, and Miranda Ibbetson on the 18th-century Barnes Workhouse, to name but a few.
An evocative portrayal of family life during World War II, When We Were Women by Sharman Macdonald (who wrote the screenplay for the film The Edge of Love which starred Keira Knightley, Sienna Miller and Matthew Rhys), returns to the stage nearly 30 years after it was first performed at the National Theatre. It tells the story of a mother and daughter in the blitzed streets of Glasgow whose relationship falls apart after a naval officer with a haunting past enters their lives.
Fans of the Proms will be thrilled that openair classical music is coming to Wimbledon for the first time. Classics in the Park will feature the City of London Sinfonia playing a variety of popular pieces, including Vivaldi’s Summer and Autumn from The Four Seasons, Pachelbel’s Canon, Strauss’ Blue Danube Waltz, Wagner’s Ride of the Valkyries and, to round off the first night alongside some colourful explosions, Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks. The Sinfonia regularly receives rave reviews for its performances, so this will be a treat indeed for classical music fans.
For the full programme details and to book tickets, visit richmond.gov.uk
From £12, 7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm. 1 Clarence Street, Richmond, TW9 2SA, 020 8940 3633 orangetreetheatre.co.uk
HERITAGE FESTIVAL
From £30, 7.30pm, Wimbledon Park Athletics Stadium, Home Park Road, SW19 8AU merton.gov.uk/classicsinthepark
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Waterworld
SCHOOL SECRETS
High school musical
Every September, hordes of paddlers, rowers, sailors, chuggers and dragonboaters head to the River Thames for a day of pageantry and merriment. It’s that time of year again when we celebrate the Great River Race. The course begins at Millwall Riverside in east London and winds its way through our fair city all the way to the finish at Ham, passing a host of iconic sights on the way. Whether you’re nautical or not, this is a fantastic spectacle, with all kinds of entertainment provided from the safety of the banks.
As the school season gets underway once again, it’s the Really Helpful Club to the rescue with an informal and informative event this month that brings together school PTAs, class reps, Christmas and Summer Fair organisers, Ball committee members and others involved with their schools. Parents who are inolved in their school can meet like-minded people, share ideas and tips and draw on the experiences of others to make this coming school year run smoothly.
It’s 1963, and things aren’t all jolly hockey sticks at the Dame Dorothea Dosserdale School for Girls when a strict new headmistress arrives with her tyrannical Victorian values. Cue the musical mayhem as the girls battle to save their free-spirited school from her evil clutches. Crush is the best of traditional boarding-school tales, combined with the punchy attitude and soundtrack of the cheekiest musicals around. Do up that top button, pull up those socks and prepare to do battle.
First boat launches at 10.45am, finish line at Ham House Riverside, Richmond, TW10. For more information, visit greatriverrace.co.uk
£10, including coffee and cake, places limited, advanced booking required, 9am-11am. The Light House, 75-77 Ridgway, Wimbledon Village, SW19 4ST. To book, email Caroline Edwards on caroline@reallyhelpfulclub.com
WATERWORLD
From £12.90, performances at 7.30pm, Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm. Richmond Theatre, The Green, TW9 1QJ, 0844 871 7651, atgtickets.com/richmond
HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL
Great River Race © Ray Little (greatriverrace.co.uk)
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As the teams line up for kick-off, read the Journal ’s official guide to the Rugby World Cup
Inside All the fixtures details
Where to watch if you don’t have a ticket
Local residents share their views
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It’s enough to make me wish I’d bought a house in Twickenham instead. Do you think there’s still time to move? – James Baker, Wimbledon, via Twitter
“Swing Low, Sweet Chariot…” I hope everyone will be in fine voice to cheer on our boys and #carrythemhome. – Bill Tarry, Putney, via Twitter I’m nervous about the extra pressure all the match-goers will put on the already crowded transport system. – Jean Marco, Richmond, via Twitter
I hope they don’t bring any of those vuvuzela things with them. Noise on match days is bad enough without all that racket, too. – Gerald Jones, Twickenham, via email
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As long as England plays well, I’ll be happy. – Jess Brevin, Richmond, via Twitter
local impact Residents share their thoughts about how the Rugby World Cup will affect life in south-west London over the coming weeks
I’m not looking forward to the inevitable clean-up of bottles and rubbish from my front garden after every match at Twickenham Stadium. – Jane Green, Twickenham, via Twitter Hopefully it will bring new culture here from the overseas visitors coming to support their teams. – Marjory Blake, Petersham, via email
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What’s not to love? Decent sport on the telly and right on your doorstep! I’ll definitely be out and about soaking up the excitement in the local area – when I’m not glued to my TV watching the games. – Will Briar, St Margarets, via email
I think it’s fantastic. I’m really excited about the party atmosphere. – Rob Willis, Twickenham, via Twitter
I’d like to applaud the council for all its preparation. There have been build-up events all summer that will continue right through the tournament and lots of thought has been put into sprucing up the area – and into crowd management, too. Well done, I hope it all goes smoothly. – Richard Norbert, Richmond, via email
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Taste the excitement Seeking a more luxurious way to enjoy the Rugby World Cup? Look no further, we’ve got the answer
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ust three kilometres from Twickenham Stadium, the heart of this year’s sure-to-be-thrilling Rugby World Cup is the Bingham hotel, a popular spot with tourists and discerning locals alike for its riverside location, proximity to central London (and its local rugby hotspot, of course) as well as the delicious and innovative offerings served up in its award-winning restaurant. During the celebrations (18 September to 31 October) the Bingham will be hosting a range of epicurean events; pre-match lunches in its superb restaurant, as well as pre-match and match screening barbecues in the garden level event space. There will be individual menus for each game, themed around the sparring teams. For example:
Sample Restaurant Menu England v Fiji (18 September) Three-course menu, £65 per person • Sea bream tartare with a miti dressing and shaved coconut • Duck liver parfait with toasted sourdough and orange jam • Tandoori chicken with a cucumber and mint raita • Lemon sole with beer batter, triple cooked chips and mushy peas • Rhubarb crumble with vanilla ice cream • Mango cheesecake with lychee sorbet
Sample Barbecue Menu (Garden Rooms & Terrace) England v Fiji (18 September) Pre match barbecue: 2pm-6pm (departure by 6pm) Match barbecue: from 7pm (for 8pm screening) £60 per person
England • Sirloin steak with peppercorn sauce • Stilton beef burger • Stuffed mushrooms and whole baked potatoes • Mixed organic leaves with olive oil dressing • A selection of English Bread rolls • Eton mess
Fiji • Spiced yogurt chicken • Sea bream with black soya and honey • Spiced roasted mixed vegetables • Three tomato salad • Honey cake
scale it up The Bingham is also available for exclusive hire, including the use of its 15 bedrooms, private event space, restaurant and lounge bar. For more information or to book, email events@thebingham.co.uk
Whether you’re a local with a taste for a more upmarket outing or you have visitors in town for the matches, why not make the Bingham your destination this autumn? n
The Bingham, 61-63 Petersham Road, Richmond TW10 6UT, 020 8940 0902, reservations@thebingham.co.uk, thebingham.co.uk All images ©TimelessPictures.co.uk, courtesy of The Bingham
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The St Margarets
The Cabbage Patch
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Surely one of the world’s most famous rugby pubs, this Twickenham institution, with walls adorned with oodles of memorabilia, will be packed to the rafters with sports fans during the World Cup. With 15 HD TVs spread over the six bars and outside space, you’ll never be far from a screen. For a big group, why not book the hospitality suite? Players and rugby legends have been known to frequent this hotspot – you never know, you might end up sharing the bar with a sports icon or two!
67 London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3SZ, 020 8892 3874 (cabbagepatch.co.uk)
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With a dedicated fanzone for every match as well as a carnival atmosphere that represents each and every one of the teams in the tournament – not to mention food and drink specials – this is definitely one for rugby lovers from every continent. Tables will go fast – so make sure you book well in advance if you want your own bit of space to sit down and watch the match.
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107 St Margarets Road, Twickenham, TW1 2LJ, 020 8892 2369 (stmargaretstw1.co.uk)
The Sun Inn Not quite in Twickenham but close enough, this is on our list thanks to its three huge 60-inch screens and several other smaller TVs (including some in the garden) to ensure that whether you’re munching on a pre-match barbecue with your friends, queueing at the bar or battling your way to the bathrooms, you’ll never miss a moment of the action. This is another venue that’s popular with players past and present, so keep your eyes peeled.
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17 Parkshot, Richmond, TW9 2RG, 020 8940 1019 (suninnrichmond.co.uk)
On the Big Screen
Love a good atmosphere but didn’t manage to get RWC tickets? Here are the Journal ’s top five venues for big-screen viewing
The Admiral Nelson Describing itself as ‘just a drop-kick from the home of English rugby’, this is a popular spot for a prematch pint – and for the ticketless masses who must resort to watching the action on-screen instead. Count yourselves lucky – this traditional pub boasts five HD TVs, a fully stocked outside bar and live music after the games for a real party atmosphere. During the RWC, enjoy a burger and a pint for just £12.
123 Nelson Road, Whitton, Twickenham, TW2 7BB, 020 8894 9998 (admiral-nelson-whitton.co.uk)
The Shack 68 There’s a heck of a lot going on at this fairly recent addition to Twickenham’s social scene. With a variety of different hospitality opportunities available during the RWC, this is a great option for larger groups or those looking for a more private setting. If a laidback, speakeasy theme and classic barbecue-food menu doesn’t tempt you, its varied drinks menu offers plenty of fun alternatives to your traditional pint for those who want something a bit different from your average rugby pub.
68 London Road, Twickenham, TW1 3QS, 020 8892 3328 (theshack.london)
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THE FIXTURES Where and when the excitement will take place
18 September
4.45pm
11 October
4.45pm
St James Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
12noon
Twickenham, London
Kingsholm, Gloucester Argentina vs Georgia
South Africa vs Scotland 8pm
Leicester City Stadium, Leicester
England vs Fiji
19 September
26 September
Twickenham, London
Argentina vs Namibia 2.30pm
England vs Australia
Sandy Park, Exeter
12noon
2.30pm
Kingsholm, Gloucester
Elland Road, Leeds
Tonga vs Georgia 2.30pm
Italy vs Canada 4.45pm
2.30pm
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
Leicester City Stadium, Leicester
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
Villa Park, Birmingham
France vs Ireland 8pm
Ireland vs Canada 4.45pm
South Africa vs Samoa 8pm
Argentina vs Tonga 4.45pm
Brighton Community Stadium, Brighton
Twickenham, London
The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
England vs Wales
Ireland vs Italy
South Africa vs Japan 8pm
4 October
27 September
6 October
Twickenham, London
12noon
4.45pm
France vs Italy
Villa Park, Birmingham
Leicester City Stadium, Leicester
Australia vs Uruguay 2.30pm
Canada vs Romania 8pm
12noon
Elland Road, Leeds
Stadiummk, Milton Keynes
Brighton Community Stadium, Brighton
Scotland vs USA 4.45pm
Fiji vs Uruguay
Samoa vs USA 2.30pm
Wembley Stadium, London
20 September
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
*All dates and details were correct when printed in August 2015, but may be subject to change. Please check the Rugby World Cup website for further information. (rugbyworldcup.com/fixtures)
25 September
8pm
Ireland vs Romania
29 September
7 October 4.45pm
The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
Wales vs Uruguay 4.45pm
4.45pm
Wembley Stadium, London
Sandy Park, Exeter
South Africa vs USA 8pm
New Zealand vs Argentina
Tonga vs Namibia
Sandy Park, Exeter
23 September
1 October
Namibia vs Georgia
9 October
2.30pm
4.45pm
Kingsholm, Gloucester
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
8pm
Scotland vs Japan 4.45pm
Wales vs Fiji 8pm
St James Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
Stadiummk, Milton Keynes
Australia vs Fiji 8pm
France vs Canada
The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London France vs Romania
24 September 8pm
2 October 8pm
New Zealand vs Tonga
10 October 2.30pm
St James Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff
Samoa vs Scotland 4.45pm
New Zealand vs Georgia
Twickenham, London
3 October
Australia vs Wales 8pm
Italy vs Romania 4.45pm
Kingsholm, Gloucester USA vs Japan
17 October 4pm
Twickenham, London Quarter Final 1 [TBC] 8pm
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff Quarter Final 2 [TBC]
18 October 1pm
Millennium Stadium, Cardiff Quarter Final 3 [TBC] 4pm
Twickenham, London Quarter Final 4 [TBC]
24 October 4pm
Twickenham, London Semi-Final 1 [TBC]
25 October 4pm
Twickenham, London Semi-Final 2 [TBC]
30 October 8pm
The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London Bronze Final [TBC]
31 October
The Stadium, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London
2.30pm
Stadiummk, Milton Keynes
Manchester City Stadium, Manchester
4pm
New Zealand vs Namibia
Samoa vs Japan
England vs Uruguay
Twickenham, London Final [TBC]
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team Pencil cases are packed, rucksacks are stuffed with books and the Journal is excited to get back into the classroom for the new school year
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Nearly 10 years after completing her A-levels, Jennifer Mason takes a trip back to her educational roots at Wycombe Abbey School to see what’s changed, what hasn’t and to clear up the myths and assumptions about boarding schools
The main school building
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econdary school. It’s a milestone that we’ve all marked – some of us with more fond memories than others. For me, my teenage years (despite the ups and downs caused by me taking far too long to learn when to stop talking) were some of the happiest of my educational career. Having said that, boarding schools, particularly the single-sex establishments, have long been the subject of debate and although I loved the Enid Blytonesque traditions and the intense scholarly schedule, I’m aware that my experience of the matter at hand is a rather personal one. So I’ve returned to Wycombe Abbey to chat to its current headmistress, allowed to go to school or to university – they were Mrs Rhiannon Wilkinson (who’s taught in all the property of their fathers, brothers or husbands. So different parts of the education system) and a few these pioneering headmistresses were far from being of my old teachers to find out what the future has in store for this quintessentially British boarding school frumpy, old-fashioned folk. They were the feminists of their day. They set in motion the changes that led to and its hardworking students. “I’m a great believer in single-sex schools for girls,” the equality agenda. My goal is to remind everyone of this, and to prepare our girls to be capable of taking Mrs Wilkinson begins. “They are so often perceived on any career that they want.” as being old-fashioned and Strong words – and a bluestocking-y, deliberately It’s the richness of the system that produces strong avoiding the modern world; but that’s far from the case.” experience that makes results. “I could rattle off statistics such as how 29 girls Schools like Wycombe Abbey such a difference achieved places at Oxbridge (founded in 1896 by women’s last year – and they would be a campaigner Dame Frances true representation of the quality of the academic Dove) were started to offer young women a firsteducation on offer here,” she continues, “but they class education. “They were set up by women who wouldn’t explain the most important part of the wanted girls to be given equal opportunities,” she boarding school experience. It’s about offering a continues. “At that time women couldn’t vote, they fully rounded education. Some people think that couldn’t be represented in Parliament, many weren’t
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means academic lessons followed by a session or two of sport – but it’s so much more than that. We are teaching our girls life skills.” “Our co-curricular programme has developed hugely since you left school,” Rachel Keens, director of sport (and my old sixth-form tutor) tells me, as we catch up in the newly refurbished main building. “It comprises everything outside academia – trips, societies, enrichment activities, music, sport and drama, and it’s something parents really look for in a school. The opportunities here are incredible, and we want the girls to embrace as much as possible. In fact, the only issue is reining them in!” During my time at school, outside of my lessons (which ran from 9am to 6pm during the week and 9am to 1pm on Saturdays) I took part in music, drama, cookery, design and technology, extracurricular language classes and as many different sports as I could fit into daylight (and some after-dark) hours. “That’s one of the great things about boarding schools,” chimes in Catherine Livesey, head of drama. “When the academic day ends and other children are going home, our girls have endless lists of activities they can take part in. It’s the richness of the experience that makes such a difference.” But it’s not just the curriculum (whether academic or otherwise) that makes the British boarding school such a fantastic learning curve for its graduates. “At Wycombe Abbey, we have students who come from as far away as Texas or Sydney, Brazil or South Africa – as well as girls from all over the UK and Europe,” explains Mrs Wilkinson. “We have around 36 different nationalities represented. It makes for a on Headmistress, Mrs Rhiannon Wilkins wonderful mix and is great preparation for university and beyond. The more exposure you have to different cultures at an early age, the more understanding you have as an adult. We call it ‘global capability’ – the
skills and self-confidence to be able to hold your own in the international marketplace that is today’s world.” What’s next for the school, I ask. “Next year marks the 120th anniversary of the founding of the school,” she replies. “To celebrate, we’ve launched a campaign to fundraise for two new boarding houses and to refurbish the existing ones. Boarding is at the heart of the school and I think it’s essential to have accommodation that lends itself to the lives of modern girls. But more than that, it needs to feel like home. That’s my main goal.” Before I leave, I’m scheduled to meet a group of current students who want to quiz me about a career in journalism. Settling in to Fisher Library, one of the airy, old-fashioned rooms that the girls can go to for some quiet relaxation or study without the severity of the other, more academic libraries, I’m taken aback. In the years since I left school I had forgotten what Wycombe girls are like. I had forgotten the energy, the fire, the enthusiasm to learn and to achieve the absolute maximum. I had forgotten what bright, talented young women roam these hallways. As we chat about my journey from Wycombe to the Residents’ Journal, I think what a joy it must be to teach and mould these inquiring minds. I remember having such admiration for my teachers, but looking at these girls, some of whom will without question one day become leaders in their fields, I understand why Wycombe teachers stay on for years, sometimes decades. There is a symbiosis, a mutual respect, a community bond here which, try as they might, day schools will never achieve. As I leave the school grounds through the imposing, fairytale-esque gates, I’m torn between nostalgia for my own school days and feeling rather jealous of Wycombe’s new recruits who will have so much to look forward to during their seven years here. n
Fees from £11,900 per term for boarders and £8,925 per term for day pupils. Wycombe Abbey School, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, HP11 1PE, 01494 520 381, wycombeabbey.com
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TERM DATES BOROUGH OF WANDSWORTH SCHOOL
CONTACT DETAILS
TERM DATES
ARK Putney Academy Head: Alison Downey • Co-educational, ages 11 to 18
Pullman Gardens, Putney, SW15 3DG, 020 8788 3421 Email: info@arkputneyacademy.org Website: arkputneyacademy.org
Autumn Term: 8 September -–18 December (Year 7 begin 7 September) (Half Term: 26-30 October)
Hurlingham School Head: Jonathan Brough • Co-educational, ages four to 11
122 Putney Bridge Road, Putney, SW15 2NQ, 020 8874 7186 Email: office@hurlinghamschool.co.uk Website: hurlinghamschool.co.uk
Autumn Term: 3 September – 16 December (Half Term: 19-30 October)
Putney High School Senior school Head: Denise Lodge Junior school Head: Jo Wallace • Girls, ages four to 18
35 Putney Hill, Putney, SW15 6BH Senior school: 020 8788 4886, Junior school: 020 8788 6523 Email: putneyhigh@put.gdst.net Website: putneyhigh.gdst.net
AutumnTerm: 3 September – 18 December (Half Term: 16 October – 2 November)
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CONTACT DETAILS
TERM DATES
Colet Court, St Paul’s Preparatory School Head: Tim Meunier • Boys, ages seven to 13
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9JT, 020 8748 3461 Email: enquiriescc@stpaulsschool.org.uk Website: coletcourt.org.uk
Autumn Term: 3 September – 17 December (Half Term: 19-30 October)
The Harrodian Head: James Hooke • Co-educational, ages four to 18
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9QN, 020 8748 6117 Email: admin@harrodian.com Website: harrodian.com
Autumn Term: 2 September – 11 December (Half Term: 16-27 October)
King’s House School Head: Mark Turner • Nursery: co-educational, ages three to four • Junior school: boys, ages four to eight • Senior school: boys, ages eight to 13
68 Kings Road, Richmond, TW10 6ES Senior school: 020 8940 1878 / schooloffice@kingshouseschool.org Junior school: 020 8940 7015 / smith.h@kingshouseschool.org Nursery: 020 8948 5655 / nursery@kingshouseschool.org
Autumn Term: 3 September _ 11 Decembet (Half Term: 19-30 October)
Newland House School Head: David A. Alexander • Pre-prep: co-educational, ages four to six • Main school: co-educational, ages six to 11 • Main school: boys, ages 11 to 13
Waldegrave Park, Twickenham, TW1 4TQ, 020 8865 1234 Email: reception@newlandhouse.net Website: newlandhouse.net
Autumn Term: 3 September – 17 December (Half Term: 19-30 October)
St Paul’s School Head: Mark Bailey • Boys, ages 13 to 18
Lonsdale Road, Barnes, SW13 9JT, 020 8748 9162 Email: reception@stpaulsschool.org.uk Website: stpaulsschool.org.uk
Autumn Term: 13 September _ 17 December (Half Term: 19-30 October)
Waldegrave School Head: Philippa Nunn • Girls, ages 11 to 16 • Sixth form: co-educational, ages 16 to 18
Fifth Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5LH, 020 8894 3244 Email: info@waldegrave.org.uk Website: waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk
Autumn Term: 3 September – 18 December (Half Term: 26-30 October)
BOROUGH OF MERTON SCHOOL
CONTACT DETAILS
TERM DATES
King’s College School Senior Head: Andrew Halls Junior Head: Gerard Silverlock • Boys, ages seven to 18 • Girls, ages 16 to 18
Southside, Wimbledon Common, SW19 4TT Senior school: 020 8255 5300 / reception@kcs.org.uk Junior school: 020 8255 5335 / hmjssec@kcs.org.uk Website: kcs.org.uk
Autumn Term: 2 September – 10 December (Half Term: 19-30 October)
Ursuline High School Head: Julia Waters • Girls, ages 11 to 18
Crescent Road, Wimbledon, SW20 8HA, 020 8255 2688 Email: enquiries@ursulinehigh.merton.sch.uk Website: ursulinehigh.merton.sch.uk
Autumn Term: 7 September – 18 December (Half Term: 26-30 October)
Wimbledon High School Senior school Head: Jane Lunnon Junior school Head: Kate Mitchell • Girls, ages four to 18
Mansel Road, Wimbledon, SW19 4AB Senior school: 020 8971 0900 / info@wim.gdst.net Junior school: 020 8971 0902 / info.juniors@wim.gdst.net Website: wimbledonhigh.gdst.net
Autumn Term: 4 September – 18 December (Half Term: 20-31 October)
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*All dates and details were correct when compiled in August 2015, but may be subject to change. Please contact the schools directly for further information.
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gardens
of knowledge
This year marks the inaugural Write on Kew literary festival. Jennifer Mason takes a trip down to the famous Botanic Gardens to find what’s in store
Top left image: ©Megan Taylor. All other images: ©RBG Kew.
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’m a self-confessed bookworm. Since my childhood the threat of being rendered literature-less was more effective at keeping me in line than a series of groundings. So I’m thrilled to be here at Kew Gardens chatting with three of the leading ladies in the push to bring a world-class literary festival to London; Anne Elletson, Tanya Burgess and Gina Fullerlove. So how did the idea for the festival come about? It was a series of serendipitous moments, I learn. ‘I was producing a Book Show where we filmed at several literary festivals and it occurred to me that there was nothing currently happening in London that could compare to the likes of Hay Festival or Cheltenham,’ Anne explains. ‘The best occasions happen when there’s a marriage between place and event, so Tanya and I felt that Kew would be the perfect place for such a celebration; you can immerse yourself in a few events then go for a walk in the beautiful surroundings and properly absorb and ruminate on what you’ve just learned,’ she continues. ‘Here at Kew Gardens we already run Kew the Music and Kew the Movies, and the Botanic Gardens have such a connection to books – both fictional and scientific – that this seemed like the obvious next step,’ agrees Gina. ‘Running the gardens’ publishing house, when Anne and Tanya emerged with this idea, for me it was a no-brainer.’ With all genres represented, there’s plenty to see and do for all tastes, with events taking place at
six main venues around the gardens – but literaturethemed entertainment (including the incredible War Horse puppet wandering the lush pathways to celebrate Michael Morpurgo’s events discussing his new book) rolled out around the site for those who haven’t managed to get tickets. Big names like Louis de Bernières, Margaret Atwood, Bill Bryson and Pat Barker are all set to take part. ‘Publishers have been incredibly
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TOP PICKS For history enthusiasts: Who: Andrew Marr, We British: The Poetry of a People What: The respected broadcaster will be dissecting his new book, which explores our British history and identity through poetry. When: 24 September, 7pm-8pm Where: Marquee
For foodies:
supportive,’ Tanya enthuses. ‘Writers are very attracted to the idea of the festival taking place here at Kew. It’s not only a beautiful place, it’s a prestigious one – and still so easily accessible from central London. It’s a huge draw for them as well as for the public.’
Writers are very attracted to the idea of the festival taking place here at Kew But it’s not just talks and lectures that you can expect from the festival. There are a range of exciting events – even a live recording of the BBC Radio show Inside Science – on the agenda, and some of them are free. ‘You still have to sign up,’ Gina informs me, ‘but there will be plenty of things happening in the gardens to mark the festival that we aren’t charging extra for.’ With the event set to delight readers during the final week of September, are the team worried about potential weather set-backs? ‘In my opinion, the gardens are at their most beautiful in September; the leaves are just turning but we often get warm sunny days,’ Gina replies. And should those sunny days not materialise? ‘Everything will be under cover; we’re prepared for all eventualities,’ Anne laughs. ‘We want to offer a celebration that means that, despite the fact that the schools will just have gone back, summer isn’t quite over yet,’ Tanya sums up. ‘So many people take good books away with them on their travels, so what we’re offering really is a chance to prolong that summer holiday feeling.’ n
The festival takes place between 24-28 September, entry to the gardens included with tickets. For full programme details, ticket prices or to book, visit kew.org/writeonkew
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Who: Ella Woodward, Deliciously Ella What: The best-selling author of the healthy cookbook that’s taken the world by storm will explain how she overcame chronic illness through overhauling her eating habits and creating delicious recipes for a plant-based diet. When: 24 September, 6.45pm-7.45pm Where: Joseph Banks Building
For a bit of culture: Who: Howard Jacobson, In Conversation with Alan Yentob What: His forthcoming novel Shylock is My Name is a contemporary interpretation of Shakespeare’s controversial play The Merchant of Venice. Recently the two have collaborated on a film for BBC One’s Imagine on the subject, and this talk will cast a little more light on the project. When: 27 September, 5pm-6pm Where: Nash Conservatory
For gardeners: Who: Carol Klein, Making a Garden What: The experienced gardener, author and TV presenter will demonstrate how to take inspiration from the wild to get the most from every garden. When: 24 September, 12.45pm-1.45pm Where: Marquee
For the kids: Who: Judith Kerr, In Conversation What: The Treasured children’s writer now in her ‘90s talks about her life and work and her brand new illustrated novel, Mister Cleghorn’s Seal, her first work of fiction since A Small Person Far Away, which was published in 1978. When: 27 September, 10.45am-11.45am Where: Joseph Banks Building
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Walk the line Elizabeth Finney takes to the runway to investigate this autumn’s hottest community event
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t’s coming up to that time of year again – plans for the Barnes Charity Fashion Show (BCFS), which was launched in 2011, are well under way, and this year it promises to be bigger and better than ever before. I spoke to Isobel Woolf, who chairs the BCFS Committee, and Kate Hamer, who joined the committee this year to support on publicity, to get the latest on this highly anticipated event.
Who first had the idea for the fashion show, and how did it come about? Isobel Woolf: Primarily, it came from the Barnes Community Association (BCA) Town Centre manager. It was 2010 when many of the shops in Barnes High Street were closing due to the recession. The idea was to encourage local residents to see their local retailers in a different light and visit the shops, as well as raise money for charity.
Who else was involved in getting the event off the ground? IW: The church [St Mary’s] was incredibly supportive, especially considering the disruption the show creates for a week. The BCA was also supportive, as it is a community event. Kate Hamer: We have a fantastic committee, who
work on the show with a whole range of expertise, from production to choreography, hair and makeup, staging, marketing and catering, to name a few. It’s been brilliant to join a team with such a diverse range of skills.
What would you say are your highlights from the previous shows? IW: The highlight for me is always how much fun the audience has watching the show – it has become a key event in the Barnes calendar. Our initial expectation was for it to be a fun amateur event that would raise money for charity. I don’t think anyone realised the professional level that it would end up achieving.
What has been your favourite outfit? IW: The male model in Vilebrequin shorts! KH: Was that the outfit or the model Isobel?! I think it’s brilliant that the event achieves such a professional standard.
How much has been raised since the first show, and for which charities? IW: We raise about £4,000 per year. Most of the money goes to the Friends of St Mary’s Church,
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which helps with the upkeep of the 11th-century building. Another regular recipient is the Castelnau Community Project, a worthwhile charity based in the centre of the Castelnau Estate. We have a different local charity each year. This year it will be Age UK, for the Barnes Green Centre. KH: The show has been such a success in past years, so this year we are running it on two nights, which will more than double the money we can raise for the charities. Maybe in future years we will have a Barnes Fashion Week to rival New York and London? Who knows.
Who generally attends the annual show? KH: Barnes has a lovely village feel which is rare so close to the centre of London. The event is perfect for the local community to have a glamorous night out without needing a taxi or public transport to get home. You can wear your killer heels without having to carry your flats.
What aspects of this year’s show are you looking forward to the most? IW: The show itself is always amazing, with our choreographer choosing different music and routines every year. The children’s scene is always a show highlight for everyone. KH: I’m looking forward to the whole spectacle. We have so many fantastic retailers showing here and there will be some extra surprises thrown in too.
Will there be any special performances? IW: We will have musical entertainment, which will be revealed closer to the event. Facebook and Twitter followers will be the first to hear the latest about the shows.
What is up for grabs in the raffle? KH: Not only does every retailer at the show donate a £50 gift voucher, but we also have a two-hour make-up lesson for the winner and a friend with local make-up artist Linda Sullivan, a personal styling session with local image consultant Penny Bennett and a half-day of pampering at the Kate Anderson Spa.
How early do you start planning for next year? KH: The team start planning the show from April, but I’ll be managing the social channels all year round. We didn’t just want to use them as an outlet to promote the show, but also to support Barnes retailers throughout the year. We’ll be letting people know who has sales on, what the latest collections are, plus fashion advice and beauty tips from the numerous salons and hairdressers in Barnes. It’s going to be a brilliant resource for everyone.
How does the Fashion Show influence Barnes as a community? IW: It really does become a talking point with residents. It also encourages them to discover retailers they may not know. It’s not just a platform for the retailers, it is great publicity for the many local organisations who also are involved. n
Tickets £20, on sale from 1 September at Marsh & Parsons, 73/75 Church Road, SW13 9HH. The show will take place on 14 and 15 October from 7pm at St Mary’s, Church Road, SW13 9HL. Follow the team on Twitter @BarnesFashion or at facebook.com/BarnesFashion for more information.
Images courtesy of the 2014 Barnes Charity Fashion Show
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Parent Trap: Nappy Valley Net Richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the four years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, launched it, with more than 130,000 visits to the site every month. An invaluable tool for parents based in south-west London who are seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site.
My child’s nursery is taking 30 children on a trip that requires a 45-minute coach journey. My child is a small three-yearold (often mistaken for a two-year-old) who I think needs to be in a proper car seat. The coach the nursery is using provides lap-only seatbelts, which are to be used for all two and three-year-olds. I asked if I could provide a car seat, but was told that they wouldn’t be able to fit it as the coach does not have the normal seatbelts you need in order to secure a car seat. As I am also going on the trip, I then asked if I could drive my child to the destination and meet them there, but was told that this was too awkward/ complicated and that they’d had problems with this in the past. So it looks as if I either pull my child out of the trip altogether, or agree to coach travel with a lap-only belt. What do you think about this? The law says car seats should be used for children up to 25kg and, in the case of coaches, those over three can travel with the seatbelts provided in the vehicle (no mention of weight here). Top replies: Mon 1 Jun, 2015 4.33pm I’m really surprised that the nursery isn’t using a coach with proper standard seatbelts, especially with such young children. Are the majority of parents happy to go along with this? It’s not like there aren’t coaches that have them. The nursery my child attends uses coaches with proper seatbelts, and if you want to use a booster or car seat, you just arrive early and fit it yourself. It’s not rocket science. Mon 1 Jun, 2015 5.26pm If in doubt, I think the answer should be no. At three, your child won’t remember the trip anyway, or won’t resent you for not letting them go, nor will they get teased for not participating. I still agonise over these things and my son is nearly six; it’s so hard.
Mon 1 Jun, 2015 5.57pm We faced this issue last year with a twoand-a-half year-old on a transfer from Grenoble airport to our ski resort. There were no booster seats or car seats for little ones, we were told to use the adult seatbelt. It was a three-hour transfer. I was really unhappy about this so I complained and was told that it was the norm on the continent, and that they weren’t required to supply infant seats or the like. In the end, we opted to keep our little one on our laps with the adult seatbelt around both of us, and took it in turns. Since then I have taken a booster seat with me if we aren’t hiring a car. Mon 1 Jun, 2015 6.20pm I had to make a similar decision recently when making a ski transfer with my small (almost) three-year-old. I wasn’t comfortable with the idea of my little one being on a coach for more than two hours at high speed. Sure, the risk of anything happening was likely to be small, but it wasn’t one that I wanted to take. I did some research and bought a Britax Eclipse car seat for about £60 on sale. It’s one of the few seats that can be secured with a lap belt. And as a bonus, it’s also certified for air travel. So while my friend’s little one was all over the place on the coach and plane, mine happily played and snoozed in
the seat. I’d definitely recommend it, it’s not a costly purchase but having one might put your mind at ease. Tue 9 Jun, 2015 7.10am I wouldn’t allow my son to go on the trip. Can’t you chat to the other parents about this? I can’t believe that you are the only one who is worried. It’s irresponsible of the nursery to ignore your concerns. Tue 9 Jun, 2015 9.14am Sorry, but I’m going against the general consensus on this one, but not because I’m not constantly worried about my children’s wellbeing. I have sleepless nights now that they go on residential school trips, but I would let my child go. I trusted my nursery 100 per cent and, to be completely honest with you, I’m not sure it ever occurred to me to check what type of seatbelts they used for school trips. I hope that doesn’t make me a terrible mother, but I believed the nursery head and staff would follow the appropriate safety measures and that they would not have put any of my children in danger. Nurseries must be terrified of something happening on a school trip, so I would hope that any good establishment would take all the necessary measures and check what the rules and regulations are.
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
Would you let your child go on a coach with a lap-only seatbelt?
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Planning & Development Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south-west London
Image courtesy of TfL
Planning applications Date RECEIVED: 19 June Address: Barn Elms Playing Fields, SW13 Proposal: Construction of replacement changing room building, relocation of track and field facilities and associated works relating to hard and soft landscaping and surface water drainage. Date RECEIVED: 22 June Address: Elmtree Road, TW11 Proposal: Change of use from B1A office use to C3 residential use (six self-contained flats).
Bonus funds
Date RECEIVED: 25 June Address: Burnell Avenue, TW10 Proposal: Single-storey rear extension on the ground floor.
Wandsworth Council has pledged to spend an extra £17million on improving local transport over the next year and a half. The extra cash will fund more pavement and carriageway repairs, extra cycle routes, safer routes to ‘schools projects’ and the introduction of new 20mph zones. Coupled with the £70million the council has already added to the pot, this latest influx of cash brings the total capital spending on improving the borough’s infrastructure across all areas and all services to around £200million over three years. Cllr Guy Senior, Wandsworth’s finance spokesman, said: “Improving travel options for local people and making their daily journeys easier, faster, safer and less congested is a key priority for the council.”
Date RECEIVED: 8 July Address: Elmshaw Road, SW15 Proposal: Demolish existing garden shed and greenhouse and internal demolition in main house at ground and loft levels. New loft conversion with rear box dormer and conservation roof lights in front roof slope. New rear single-storey extension with conservation roof lights. New timber-clad summerhouse at the end of the garden. New crossover and landscaped parking space in front garden.
(wandsworth.gov.uk/travelchoices)
Planned roadworks and closures in and around September STREET
planned work
dates
works owner
Bathgate Road, SW19
Reconstruct pedestrian area with car access for residents
24 September – 17 December
Merton 020 8274 4901
Cambridge Crescent, TW11
Gas main replacement
Until 2 November
Southern Gas Networks 0845 026 0015
Hall Farm Drive, TW2
Carry out footway maintenance works
Until 11 September
Richmond upon Thames 020 8891 1411
London Road, KT2
Lay services and connections
14 September – 6 November
Southern Gas Networks
Luttrell Avenue, SW15
Street party
13 September
Wandsworth 020 8871 6000
Queens Ride, SW13
Carry out footway maintenance works
7 September – 9 October
Richmond upon Thames
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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
Optician
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
David Clulow Opticians 5 George Street Richmond, TW9 1JY 020 8332 0345 davidclulow.com
Doctors Coombe Medical Practice 13 Brook Gardens Kingston upon Thames KT2 7ET 020 8605 0044 coombemedicalpractice.co.uk Richmond Practice - Private doctors’ service 19 Sheen Road (Opposite Waitrose carpark) Richmond TW9 1AD 020 8940 5009 richmondpractice.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
Solicitors Dixon Ward 16 The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QD 020 8940 4051 dixon-ward.co.uk Russell-Cooke Solicitors 2 Putney Hill SW15 6AB 020 8789 9111 russell-cooke.co.uk
Cleaners 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
EDUCATION Holy Cross 25 Sandal Road New Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR 020 8395 4225 holycross.kingston.sch.uk
Rokeby School George Road, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7PB 020 8942 2247 rokebyschool.co.uk
Ibstock Place School (Pre-preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School: ages 3-18) Clarence Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5PY 020 8876 9991 ibstockplaceschool.co.uk - 28 -
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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 - 29 -
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 Feather & Stitch 16 King Street Richmond TW9 1ND 020 8332 2717 featherandstitch.com Chatterton’s 40 White Hart Lane Barnes, SW13 OPZ 020 8487 1004 chattertonshop.co.uk Matches – Wimbledon 36 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BY 020 8947 9777
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
Nadia Ivanova 76 White Hart Lane Barnes, SW13 OPZ 020 8878 0941 nadiaivanova.co.uk
Marco Tripoli 7 White Hart Lane, Barnes, SW13 OPX 07506 260 184 marcotripoli.com
Ruby Blue & Sheen Uncovered 281- 287 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen SW14 8QS 020 8876 9845 sheenuncovered.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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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
Bakeries
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
La Boulangerie – St Margaret’s 2 Crown Road St Margaret’s, TW1 3EE 020 8892 7990
Cau 33 High St 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
Robert & Edwards 19 Leopold Road Wimbledon, SW19 7BB 020 8946 5834 robertandedwards.co.uk
Rock and Rose 106-108 Kew Road TW9 2PQ 020 8948 8008 rockandroserestaurant.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 Shambles Bar & Restaurant 83-85 High Street TW11 8HG 020 8977 9398 shamblesbar-restaurant.co.uk TW2 Bar & Grill 80-82 The Green TW2 5AG 020 8898 9298 tw2barandgrill.com
Pubs Bricklayers Arms 32 Waterman Street Putney, SW15 1DD 020 8789 3932 bricklayers-arms.co.uk Rose and Crown 55 High Street Wimbledon Village SW19 5BA 020 8947 4713 roseandcrownwimbledon.co.uk The Clock House 69 High Street Teddington, TW11 8HA 020 8977 3909 theclockhousepub.com The Idle Hour 62-63 Railway Side Barnes, SW13 0PQ 020 8878 5555 theidlehour.co.uk
Greengrocers Streets Florist and Greengrocer 125 St. Margaret’s Road TW1 1RG 020 8892 1951 streetsflorist.co.uk
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 The Cavan Bakery 42 Broad Street Teddington, TW11 8QY 020 8973 3900 thecavanbakery.co.uk
Delis Bayley & Sage 60 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE 020 8946 9904 bayley-sage.co.uk Cook & Garcia Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant Richmond, TW9 1DJ 020 8948 7777 cookandgarcia.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
Confectioners Sandrine Chocolates 239 Upper Richmond Road West East Sheen, SW14 8QS 020 8878 8168 sandrine.co.uk
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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
Suppliers of quality bespoke doors and ironmongery to some of the UK’s finest homes. Showrooms: Esher, Surrey & Chelsea Harbour 01932 851 081 or 0207 376 7000 info@solidwoodendoors.com www.solidwoodendoors.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 - 33 -
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
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Kew Gardens, Richmond
This newly completed spacious detached house offers outstanding accommodation over four storeys. It includes five bedrooms, five bathrooms, staff accommodation and secure off-street parking for three cars, set within beautifully landscaped grounds on a premier road, opposite Kew Royal Botanic Gardens. EPC: TBC
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Award winning developer Over 1,000 sq. ft. of open plan kitchen/ dining/family room Beautifully landscaped gardens Master bedroom suite with 2 dressing rooms Self contained au pair accommodation
Hamptons Richmond Sales. 020 8454 7621
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Wimbledon An elegant and beautifully presented double-fronted detached property situated in a soughtafter conservation area offering good access to Wimbledon Park tube station. Set over three floors the spacious family house provides well proportioned accommodation including seven bedrooms, three reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, separate utility room, three bathrooms, cellar, excellent storage and a landscaped garden. EPC: TBC
£2,650,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | Lettings. 020 8970 7906
Detached Period Home Seven Bedrooms Four Reception Rooms Period Features Cellar & Storage 3961 Sq Ft.
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Putney Heath A simply stunning five bedroom detached house, offering in excess of 4,500 square feet of living space, located in an exclusive and secluded private gated development of four houses. This property has an integrated garage and off-street parking. EPC: D
£3,750,000 Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Five Bedrooms Five bathrooms Three Reception Rooms Balconies Secluded garden No onward chain
Harrods Village, Barnes SW13 A wonderful three bedroom flat situated within the exclusive Harrods Village development. Located on the second floor of the original William Hunt Mansions building, the property has a south facing balcony with views over the beautiful communal gardens and has been finished to a truly exceptional standard. EPC: C
£1,950,000 Leasehold • • • • • •
Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259
Harrods Village Open plan kitchen and living room Totally refurbished to an exceptional standard Three bedrooms and three bathrooms 2 parking spaces Long Lease
Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk
Connaught Avenue An extremely spacious & beautifully presented semi-detached, double fronted, five bedroom Edwardian residence of approximately 2,726 sq ft in this much sought after central location, offering beautifully appointed accommodation over three floors and featuring a 42’ reception room and a 19’ kitchen/breakfast room. EPC: D
£2,100,000Freehold • • • • • •
Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | Lettings. 020 3601 1912
Two reception rooms Kitchen/breakfast room Five bedrooms Three bathrooms Downstairs cloakroom Rear 50’ garden
Hampton TW12 A newly refurbished three/four bedroom split level apartment forming part of this historic Grade I listed manor house over looking the River Thames and set in approximately four acres of private grounds. EPC: C
£999,950 • • • • • •
Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7265
Share of freeholdFour bedrooms Communal garden Private parking 1484 Approx Sq Ft Service charge £4,487 pa Ground rent £45 pa
Deodar Road, Putney SW15 A magnificent detached three bedroom family home This impressive property is finished to a very high standard and offers exceptional family and entertaining space with a superb landscaped patio garden to the rear. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining room, media room, utility room, downstairs shower room, third floor Mezzanine, garden. EPC: C. Approximately 207.7 sq m (2,235 sq ft) Freehold
Guide price: £1,950,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
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Cardigan Road, Barnes SW13 A charming four bedroom semi detached house in Barnes 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: £2,000,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 8022 6273
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
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The Vineyard, Richmond TW10 A beautiful Victorian maisonette on Richmond Hill A superbly presented split level apartment situated on the slopes of Richmond Hill with wonderful views from the double aspect reception room. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, garden, garage, off street parking. EPC: F. Approximately 130 sq m (1,399 sq ft). Leasehold with share of freehold
Guide price: £1,425,000
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
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The Rotunda, Bushy Park TW12 A wonderful setting within Bushy Park A truly unique family house standing in very secluded grounds of approximately 1.3 acres within Royal Bushy Park. 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, extremely large reception spaces, open plan kitchen and dining area, conservatory, playroom, study, large garaging and parking for numerous cars, ample potential for swimming pool and other leisure facilities. EPC: F. Approximately 918 sq m (9,879 sq ft).
KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800
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Guide price: £6,750,000
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WHAT'S YOUR NEXT MOVE? To find out how we can help you or to arrange your no obligation market appraisal please contact us: KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026
Guide price: £3,350,000
Mansel Road, Wimbledon SW19 A beautifully presented Victorian house with a large, private garden and magnificent ceiling heights. Master bedroom suite, 4 further bedrooms (2 en suite), family bathroom, WC, reception, oragnery, kitchen/dining room, study, utility, wine cellar, garden, off street parking. EPC: E. Approximately 315.1 sq m (3,392 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8946 0026
@KnightFrank KnightFrank.co.uk
Guide price: £1,200,000
Hartfield Road, Wimbledon SW19 An attractive four bedroom period house ideally located in a quiet road close to Wimbledon Town. 4 bedrooms, 2 family bathrooms, reception, dining room, kitchen, eaves storage, WC, garden. EPC: D. Approximately 149.2 sq m (1,606 sq ft). wimbledon@knightfrank.com Office: 020 8946 0026
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Drawing of St Dunstan-in-the-West by SPAB Scholar Ptolomy Dean
Founded by William Morris, the SPAB protects the historic environment from decay, damage and demolition. It responds to threats to old buildings, trains building professionals, craftspeople, homeowners and volunteers and gives advice about maintenance and repairs. Since 1877 countless buildings have been saved for future generations.
Information about maintaining your home is available through events, courses, lectures, publications and telephone advice. To support our work why not join the SPAB? Members receive a quarterly magazine, our list of historic properties for sale and access to our regional activities.
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Renting paradise Head of Carter Jonas Boileaus Barnes lettings department Charlotte Godley talks about the area and the local market
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t’s a weekday morning in Barnes. The sun is shining, the weather’s warm and everything seems calm, relaxed and quiet. It is just a normal day in Barnes. Charlotte Godley suggests we go to Annie’s to discuss the local property scene and, because she knows the area like the back of her hand, I trust her decision and off we go. “The lettings market is very good in this area,” Charlotte begins assuredly. “Barnes is
one of those areas that’s always going to have a good turnover of property; people moving in and out but then people do tend to stay here for a long time too.” In terms of Carter Jonas Boileaus’ clients, I ask her whether they tend to be families rather than individual people renting a property. “We definitely find that a lot of families move here. In this particular area, its leafy rural charm, traditional family homes and good schools
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are a big pull for families searching for a new home.” The fact that Barnes attracts a significant number of families might explain why the renting periods tend to be slightly longer. Charlotte agrees: “Yes, the periods tend to be two to three years and we actually have some tenants that have stayed for more than 10 years. You also find that people don’t move out of the area; they move around it. You definitely retain people in Barnes.”
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The lettings market in Barnes is strong and I ask why these tenants are renting rather than buying. “I think it tends to be because of the flexibility renting gives you, people who move to Barnes for job purposes don’t feel the need to buy,” answers Charlotte. What’s the draw to the area then? “It’s everything you want and need in London,” Charlotte begins, “but in a village. Everything’s on your doorstep, and from a commuting point of view, it’s ideal. It’s also so charming around here – as are the people!” Besides the terrific location and good schools, Charlotte thinks that the sense of community in the area is a big attraction to possible tenants. “It’s very village-like and people always say ‘good morning’ to you, the neighbours are very friendly,” she explains. “I also know that the people who live in Barnes are passionate about the community and want to do the best for it,” she adds. Businesses in Barnes often get involved with the local community and Carter Jonas Boileaus is no exception. “We’re the headline sponsor for Picnic in the Park,” she nods. “It’s an event for the locals and a chance to bring everyone together. Mamma Mia is being shown and you are invited to bring a picnic and enjoy the atmosphere and hopefully some fine weather. I’m sure there’ll be a bit of dancing and dressing up,” she laughs. Charlotte goes on to tell me that the business gets involved with the community wherever possible. “We sponsor the Christmas carol evening and Barnes Rugby Club. We try to get involved as much as we can,” she informs me. This is great both for the community and the agent; residents benefit from the support of a local business with events like Picnic in the Park and Carter Jonas Boileaus get to meet more locals and have a real understanding of the community and the people it comprises. “It’s networking but on a more personal level,” Charlotte says. Where do people move from to come to Barnes? “We find that a lot of young professionals are renting the available two-bedroomed properties, and in the larger properties we have a lot of Swedish families because of the Swedish school,” Charlotte tells me. When asked whether people are moving to the area because of its reputation or because of the great schools, Charlotte tells me that it’s likely “a combination of the two.” She explains: “Its reputation is that it’s safe and that there
are lots of open spaces such as the park, plus it’s right on the river so it has a bit of everything in that respect. It also has the reputation that it’s a village in the city.” The autumn market is under way and Charlotte says that incoming tenants seem to know what they want and they’re clear about it. “We find that a lot of people are what we call ‘Long Term Renters’ in that they move around a lot for their jobs and so rent rather than buy and they like the fact that they can move somewhere else at short notice.” December can sometimes be regarded as a quieter period to try and let a
Charlotte knows the area fantastically well – in fact all the lettings team live within five minutes of the office property to tenants, but Charlotte disagrees with this. “I don’t think that’s true, since people are always moving no matter what time of the year it is and actually, I find in December that a lot of people are renting properties in time for Christmas. And besides, if a prospective tenant sees a property and thinks that it’s perfect for them, they will take it there and then regardless as to what time of year it is.” Charlotte knows the area fantastically well – in fact all of the well-established
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lettings team live within five minutes of the office, so Carter Jonas Boileaus is a good place to turn to for people who want to know the ins and outs of a place before moving. When asked what Charlotte would say to someone looking to rent in the area, her advice is sound. “You’re safe wherever you rent in Barnes – choose whatever works best for you.” Tenants often approach Charlotte with what they want and have a set of specific requirements, but she and her team work hard to try and get clients to see something that they might not have considered on their own. “We attempt to show possible tenants things that we think are suitable for them and often they realise that certain requirements are not as important as they first thought, be it parking or off a main road,” she says. “We try to encourage an open mind, certainly. Location is often very important to people as well, but I always tell them how well connected Barnes is. The overground from Barnes or Barnes Bridge reaches London Waterloo in less than half an hour and a short bus ride to Hammersmith will take you to the District and Piccadilly lines.” It seems that with a combination of fantastic properties and a terrific management team in Carter Jonas Boileaus, anyone renting in beautiful Barnes has the best of all worlds. n
44 White Hart Lane, SW13 0PZ, 020 8878 1115, carterjonas.co.uk
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HOLST MANSIONS Barnes Waterside SW13
A bright and spacious raised ground floor apartment set in the desirable Barnes Waterside Development. Reception room • 2 double bedrooms Kitchen • Private residents parking 2 balconies • Communal garden EPC rating C
Guide price £1,150,000
Barnes Village
020 8741 7400 thomas.osborn@carterjonas.co.uk
CLAYTON HOUSE Barnes SW13
A well presented apartment which has been redecorated throughout, on the popular Barnes Waterside development with River views. Reception room • 2 double bedrooms, 1 en suite • Kitchen • Balcony • Allocated parking • EPC rating C
£484.62 pw*/£2,100 pcm*
*Rent excludes administration fees. Please contact our branch who can provide this information.
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020 8878 1115 charlotte.godley@carterjonas.co.uk
Felsham Road SW15 £1,550,000 Freehold West Putney Sales 020 8785 6666 | wputneysales@dng.co.uk
Disraeli Road SW15 £899,950 Leasehold East Putney Sales 020 8788 3000 | putneysales@dng.co.uk
South
Balham
Battersea
North
Chelsea
Fulham
Battersea Park
A substantial double fronted house, arranged over 1,563 sq.ft, ideally located on a quiet residential road. With extensive living and entertaining space the property also has two off-street parking spaces.
3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, Kitchen, Utility room, Cellar, Cloakroom, Garden, Off-street parking, EPC: C
Located in one of East Putney's prime positions is this three bedroom flat with a private, south-facing roof terrace. The property stretches to over 1,000 sq.ft. and is split over the first and second floors of this period building.
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), Reception room, Kitchen, Loft, Southfacing roof terrace, EPC: D
Clapham
East Putney
Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush
Kensington
Southfields & Earlsfield
West Putney
Kensington Gate
South Kensington
Notting Hill
Pimlico & Westminster
douglasandgordon.com
Farlow Road SW15 £784 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk
Disraeli Road SW15 £621 per week + admin fees* Unfurnished
A newly renovated family home which is arranged over three floors. With wooden flooring throughout, the property is perfect for modern family living and has a stunning kitchen which opens on to a private garden.
4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), Double reception room, Kitchen, Paved garden, Cellar, EPC: E
A split-level period apartment located on one of Putney's most sought-after roads. The property boasts ample living space and a large south-facing roof terrace.
3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), Reception room, Kitchen, Roof terrace, EPC: D
East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk Good to know... *An initial one-off tenancy agreement fee of £240 (inc VAT) per property and a £45 (inc VAT) referencing charge per person will apply. At the end of the tenancy an inventory check-out fee will be charged, this amount will depend on the size of the property and whether it is furnished/unfurnished. For more details visit www.douglasandgordon.com/tenants/infoandcharges
Wimbledon
£2,450,000
An exceptional Grade II listed house located in a private road, widely regarded as one of the finest examples of Modern residential architecture in London with planning permission to extend the property: Merton Council planning ref: 14/P0753 Reception room • family room • kitchen/breakfast room • 3/4 bedrooms • en-suite bathroom • shower room • dressing room • private roof terrace • garden • covered off-street parking
Wimbledon
£3,850,000
An elegant Edwardian family house situated in one of Wimbledon’s most picturesque roads a few minutes’ walk from the Common and the Village which has undergone complete refurbishment Reception room • dining room • spacious kitchen/breakfast room • cellar • 5 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite) roof terrace • 90’ southerly garden ER/F
Wimbledon Village’s PremierVillage Estate Agent - Sales: +44 (0) 20 8947 9833 Wimbledon 020 8947 98339833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947
www.robertholmes.co.uk www.robertholmes.co.uk
Wimbledon
£4,750,000
A substantial and handsome house with a super detached 2 bedroom annexe 3 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast room • study • playroom • cellar • 6 bedrooms • 4 bath/showers • 2 bedroom annexe • lovely rear garden • OSP ER/F & D
Wimbledon
£2,850,000
Wimbledon
£3,500,000
In a quiet cul-de-sac with extensive garaging & parking and a 1 bed self-contained flat 2 reception rooms • kitchen/breakfast room • garden room/studio • 7 bedrooms • 3 bath/shower rooms • playroom • 1 bed flat • west facing garden • 2 garages & OSP ER/F & E
Wimbledon
£1,375,000
An attractive house with a beautiful garden backing directly onto the Royal Wimbledon golf course
A very stylishly appointed property located close to South Park Gardens & other amenities
Drawing room • dining room • study/playroom • kitchen/ breakfast room • 5 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) • garden • large loft • OSP ER/E
2 reception rooms • kitchen/dining room • utility room • 5 bedrooms • 2 bath/shower rooms • gardens • garden store room • ER/F
Wimbledon
Wimbledon
£3,850,000
A modern house in its own gated grounds with attractive open views, near to the Common and Village Sitting room/family room • drawing room • study • dining room • kitchen/breakfast room • 6 bedrooms • 5 bathrooms (4 e/s) • garden • double garage & OSP ER/D
£2,650,000
Having spacious accommodation over 3 floors with a south facing garden Reception room • study • kitchen/family room • 5 double bedrooms • 4 bathrooms (3 en-suite) • communal gardens • integral garage & OSP ER/C
Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - Lettings: +44 (0) 20 8879 9669 Wimbledon Village 020 8947 98339833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947
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Propert y watch
Strike a pose Bethan Rees catches up with the sales & lettings managers from Marsh & Parsons Barnes office, Sam Bide and Sophie Levy, as they prepare for their sixth year as the premier sponsor of the Barnes Charity Fashion Show
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t’s that time of year again when the SW13 community and local fashion royalty come together to showcase the talent of local boutiques at the Barnes Charity Fashion Show on 14 and 15 October. Marsh & Parsons has been the premier sponsor since its conception five years ago and will continue to support with organisation and marketing this Autumn. Run by the Barnes Community Association and St Mary’s Church Barnes, the show raises money for Castelnau Community Centre, The Friends of St Mary’s Barnes and The Friends of Viera Grey House. As the Barnes office gears up to lend a helping hand at the event, I ask Sophie Levy, lettings manager, and Sam Bide, sales manager, what they’ve learnt from previous years of sponsorship. “It gets bigger and bigger every time and is now one of Barnes’ most important and popular events of the year. All local residents know about it and look forward
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to getting involved. I’ve been every year so far, and it’s been great to see it evolve into a two-night sell-out show,” Sophie excitedly tells me. “We handle the ticket sales from the office, and there’s huge demand, selling out really quickly,” Sam adds. For Marsh & Parsons, engaging with and supporting local communities is an essential part of the company philosophy. However, it’s much more than just giving money; the agency has a dedicated team for community sponsorships and events, and rather than just helping from afar, the team believes in a more hands-on approach, from planning the occasion to designing promotional artwork. “From the beginning, we’ve been an integral part of the successful preparation and running of the event; even putting together gift packs for visitors and serving drinks on the night,” says Sam. I later find out that the office not only uses its in-house studio to design and produce all of the promotional material for the show, from banners to posters, flyers and tickets, but also coordinates the suppliers for printing, production and photography. The community & sponsorship team works closely with the community association to ensure the event gets as much exposure as possible. In the last year, the Marsh & Parsons sponsorship calendar has featured more than 50 partnerships and charity projects, including the Barnes Music Festival, which Sam tells me has “grown from strength to strength.” The Barnes office also locally sponsors
It’s about showing off all the local stores here, and emphasising the great things they have to offer Lowther Primary School. I ask them why they think as an agency it’s important to not only engage, but to work with its community. “In our line of work, we get to know a lot of people in the area and build relationships. It’s essential for us to show that we’re not just here to sell a house or rent a flat, we’re actually part of the community and more importantly, we support the local high street,” Sam describes. But why is the Barnes Charity Fashion Show so important for its community? “It’s about showing off all the local stores here, and emphasising the great things they have to offer,” Sam explains. While I’m here, I want to ask the team about the local market movements over the past couple of months. “June was
All photography courtesy of Marsh & Parsons and the Barnes Fashion Show
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actually our busiest month of the year so far, and in some respect a lot of agents would say June and July are quiet for them because people go away on holiday,” Sam answers. However, he does add: “I don’t think prices are suddenly going to ‘fly’ because Barnes is a very resilient little market. It never fluctuates a huge amount, but it has enjoyed a very healthy, steady increase over the years.” In the summer 2015 local report, intellectual property, covering Barnes, East Sheen and Richmond from Marsh & Parsons, Alex Lyle, regional sales director for south west London, highlights the interesting trend in the area of developers and buy-to-let investors being homeowners locally, which is unique in the capital, he declares. Why is this? “I think landlords that live here appreciate the high quality tenants that the area attracts. And at the top-end of the house market, there are plenty of corporate tenants for the beautiful family houses in Barnes,” Sophie explains. It’s set to be an exciting, and busy, couple of months for the Barnes team, both in terms of sponsorship and the property market, and as I leave the Church Road office looking out onto Barnes Green, I realise why Marsh & Parsons love this area so much. n
Tickets for the Barnes Charity Fashion Show are available from Marsh & Parsons’ Barnes Office, 73-75 Church Road, SW13 9HH, 020 8563 8333, marshandparsons.co.uk
Rectory Road SW13 ÂŁ2,000,000 A beautiful five-bedroom semi-detached home on one of the most sought after road in Barnes Village and which offers convenient transports links in to central London. Freehold. EPC=D
Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk
Elm Grove Road SW13 ÂŁ1,900,000 A beautiful four-bedroom family home located in Barnes Village with a stunning 85ft garden and offering excellent transport links. Freehold. EPC=E
Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk
Cambridge Road TW1 ÂŁ1,750,000 A stunning three-bedroom townhouse set in the Richmond Bridge Development with the added benefit of a concierge service, gym and communal gardens. Freehold. EPC=D
Richmond: 020 8939 1770 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk
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