Bernards - June 2018

Property JUNE 2018

NEWS

T H E E S TAT E AG E N T S

Find your dream home PAGE 6

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Give your living room a new look

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Have the wedding you want

Wimbledon 2018

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Breathe new life

into your living room

Hello from the Editor!

You don’t have to make big changes to make a room exciting and more inviting

Welcome to the June issue of Property News!

May signalled the start of the wedding season with the nuptials of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. There was much excitment in the build up along with lots of focus on their wedding day location – Windsor Castle.

Fake it!

A home always looks more homely with the addition of flowers. However, buying fresh can be expensive if you want to keep the look long-term.

So why not buy good quality artificial flowers instead?

Inside this issue our travel pages take a look at Windsor as a destination – and reveals that there’s more to it than meets the eye.

Display them in a large stylish glass vase as you would fresh flowers and tweak until you’re happy with the arrangement.

And if it’s wedding inspiration you’re after, we’ve got this inside too; with lots of ideas on how to save some pennies on your big day!

Aside from weddings, the summer months also sees sport on the menu.

And it all kicks off with the World Cup and Wimbledon. Take a look inside to see who the contenders for the title are!

Also inside this issue we take a look at some easy tips on updating your living space, plus cushion ideas to uplift your décor!

And if you’re looking to buy a property, we give you advice on what you should bear in mind when choosing your new home. We are always on hand to answer any queries that you may have, so please feel free to pop in or give us a call and we’ll be happy to help get you moving.

Until next time, happy reading!

Linda McKeown Editor

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Rugs Change the texture and feel of a room simply by replacing any rugs you may have. Introduce a light, natural fibre rug to lighten things up and create a more relaxed, summery feel. Doing this will be fairly inexpensive, stylish and durable – perfect!

Up-cycle Changing your furniture can be expensive but an easy way to get around this is to up-cycle! It’s a massive trend at the moment and lighter on the purse strings. If you’re feeling brave and up for the challenge but not sure of where to start, there is plenty of inspiration and how-to’s on the Internet. Go for it!

Pillows Perhaps the easiest way to brighten up the mood in a room is to change your pillows and cushions. If your pillow inserts are in good condition, save yourself some pennies by buying new cushion covers instead.

Remember to look for fabrics that are easy to clean as well – especially if you have children or pets! There’s nothing worse than spillages that can’t be easily cleaned; meaning that it can cost you more in the long run if they need replacing.

Change lampshades If your old sources of light are looking a bit drab and in need of an update, rather than buy brand new lamps, look into getting new shades for them instead. Tie in your colour scheme with all the other elements such as cushion covers and throws and you’ll be well on the way for having a co-ordinated – and new looking – living room.

Re-arrange furniture The cheapest option for giving your living room a new lease of life is absolutely free and requires hardly any effort from you either!

Simply re-arranging your furniture can make you feel like you’re in a totally new room, satisfying your need for change.

Experiment with moving your sofa and tables around to different locations. And if you don’t like it? You can just change it back again!

Add a throw Introducing a throw to the room is a great way of tying all of the elements of a room together and re-enforce the feel that you are creating. If your living room colours are neutral, add a splash of colour with your choice of throw. Take inspiration from your new cushion covers too. Colour trends for this summer are yellows and blues.

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Brighten up your living space You don’t have to spend a fortune to give a room a mini facelift – some new cushions will do the trick! Here are just some of our favourites

John Lewis Prism Cushion

Vibrant and kaleidoscopic, this tessellated triangle cushion looks wonderful either as a mass of differently patterned cushions, or as a stand-alone armchair piece. Available in orange or blue colourways.

£25

www.johnlewis.com

Habitat Cheetah Multi-coloured Patterned Cushion

Exclusive to Habitat, this Cheetah multi-coloured patterned cushion is a playful, stylised, screen-printed design that adds lively colour and pattern to a scheme.

£11.25

www.habitat.co.uk

Dunelm Durable Grey Faux Fur Cushion

In a light shade of grey, this faux goat fur cushion is fabricated from durable materials with a shaggy pile type, completed by a soft polyester hollow fibre filling.

£12

Ideal Home Scandi Geo Cushion

www.dunelm.com

This is ideal for brightening up your space without having to completely redecorate. In a charming multi-coloured design, the geometric print brings a pop of modern colour to your sofa or armchair.

£14.99

www.very.co.uk

Bird Print Cushion

This lovely bird print cushion from Next is 100% cotton and machine washable. What’s more to love? Polyester pad included.

£10

www.next.co.uk

Home Pom Pom Cushion With pom-pom trim edge, this quirky cushion is sure to find a special place in anyone’s home. 100% cotton.

Polyester pad included.

IKEA Rodarv Cushion Embroidery adds texture and lustre to this IKEA cushion. Size: 40x65cm.

£20

www.ikea.com

£12

Cushion Cover Castleton Home

www.next.co.uk

Cushion covers can give your home the personal touch. Made of cotton, this cushion cover is durable and easy to clean. Perfect.

£27.99

www.wayfair.co.uk

T-Tropic Cotton Cushion Cover Tom Tailor

This attractive cushion cover features a natural, high quality cotton. The colourful print is a real eye-catcher. Size: 50 cm x 50 cm. *prices correct time of printing

£27.99

www.wayfair.co.uk

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Find the home ofyour dreams!

We all dream of our perfect home, but to actually live your dream is a whole different idea. But just what should you bear in mind when choosing your new home?

Moving homes is one of the most important decisions you’ll make in your entire life. It can also be one of the most complicated and anxiety-inducing phases you’ll ever go through; so doing all you can to ensure it will be a smooth process, is paramount. When it comes to finding your perfect home, making the correct decision is vital, so here is our guide to helping you make the right choice.

Can you afford it?

First impressions count Many of us are already aware that instinct plays a big part in things like moving, and first impressions are powerful. When you view a property and it feels like it’s yours even before you place an offer, when you feel genuinely excited to talk about it with friends and family, when you feel ready to stop looking at other homes, and when every thought in your mind tells you to buy the home – these are signs of a great first impression and ‘the one’ moment. All of this is important, but be careful not to let your feelings override more practical and, perhaps, even more important factors.

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Likely to be one of the first serious questions you’ll ask yourself is whether you can afford the property or not. This may seem like a given, and that you wouldn’t bother viewing a property if you already knew you couldn’t afford it. However, there are a wide range of costs involved in buying and moving homes other than the property value itself. Stamp duty (if it applies), valuation fees, surveyors’ fees, legal fees, removal costs, and of course the deposit, can be significant when added to the mortgage costs themselves. Also important to note is the cost of ongoing maintenance and repair costs, insurance, council tax, and other every day running costs.

Do you feel safe?

No, this isn’t scaremongering we promise! It’s just that if you have that initial feeling, perhaps upon a viewing of the property, of being safe and secure, it may be worth paying attention to that as your sixth sense can often speak volumes. Also important to consider is the area in which the property is based in terms of crime rates. There is a fantastic free app called Crime Map: England and Wales which uses the UK police database to show statistics for a wide range of neighbourhoods, displaying their crime rates and relative risk factor. It also uses the national average stats to draw comparisons.

Fundamental requirements Many buyers on the hunt for their ideal home will generally already have in mind how many bedrooms they require – perhaps depending on whether or not they have a family to consider.

But depending on whether the property offers the scope for potential extension work, bigger isn’t always better, especially if you’re already planning on, say, having a conservatory with a particular design or an extra ground floor room added later. It’s worth noting here that you may need to seek planning permission in order to carry out any improvements to the property.

Are you a keen cook? If so, the kitchen could be another important deciding factor, since more worktop space and the desired appliances/appliance space would be a fantastic way of unleashing the Michelin star chef in you!

Make sure you do your research and you’re perfectly located for your specific needs Gardens and parking If you have pets, remember to specify your criteria for outside space. Many pets feel most at home roaming around in grass, but some others are happy just to get some fresh air and hear the sounds of nature!

Perhaps you’re a keen sunbather, or maybe barbeques are your thing.

The right kind of outside space will be really important in catering for such needs, as well as the potential for summerhouses, greenhouses, and vegetable patches.

Location, location, location Looking for something rural and out in the countryside, away from the hustle and bustle of the city?

Or perhaps you love the city life and desire to be on the very edge of the centre of town. Sometimes you can even find the best of both worlds, with your new home being situated for rural living yet also a stone’s throw away from amenities and, if required, schools.

Maybe you’re an avid swimmer and crave a leisure centre and/or gym being close-by. In which case, make sure you do your research and you’re perfectly located for your specific needs.

Depending on the number of vehicles you own, you will also need to specify what parking you require. If you only own a motorbike for example, a driveway may well suffice. But if you have a couple of cars, you may need to look into making sure there is a garage with the property.

Other things to be mindful of: • • •

As alluded to earlier, remember to use your head as well as your heart If you’re worried about not finding the right place quickly enough, avoid buying just because you feel under pressure – as that point of no return may be closer than you may think If purchasing with your partner, try to ensure that you both are buying a home you feel 100% about, because it could mean worries later on

Always remember that we are here to answer any queries that you may have – every step of the way. Our friendly team are only a phone call away and will be more than happy to help.

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2nd-15th July 2018

Two weeks of ace tennis returns to SW19

It’s time to serve the strawberries and cream once more, as one of the biggest sporting events in England, and arguably the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world, returns in July At the annual spring press conference, this year’s Wimbledon prize pot was announced as £34 million, with the men’s and ladies winners receiving £2.25 million – a rise of £50,000 on last year. Injured competitors will be able to claim 50 per cent of their first-round money, up to £4,000 to £39,000, if they withdraw on site by the Thursday before the start of the main draw.

The total prize money is more than the 55 million Australian dollars (£30m) offered by the Australian Open in January, but slightly less than the French Open (£35.5m).

Last year, tennis fans saw Swiss player Roger Federer become the first man to win Wimbledon eight times, after beating Marin Cilic on Centre Court. However, in order to defend his title, he will need to see off tough competition, including current World No.1 Rafael Nadal, who will be looking to win his third Wimbledon title.

2017 also saw Garbine Muguruza beat Venus Williams in an exciting

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final to win her first Wimbledon title. The Spaniard, and World No.3, will be hoping to defend her title, with Simona Halep and Caroline Wozniacki also in contention.

Earlier this year, Kyle Edmund became the 12th British No.1 since the official men’s world rankings were launched in 1973. Since his first Wimbledon appearance last year, Kyle has come far and reached the final of the Australian Open but missed out to Marin Cilic.

The 23-year-old will be hoping to go a long way in SW19 this year.

After his major operation earlier in the year, Andy Murray has faced a race against time to challenge for his second Wimbledon title, after famously beating Novak Djokovic in 2013. As Murray has not played professionally since January of this year, the 31-year-old Brit will not be seeded in the top 32, meaning he could potentially be drawn against Roger Federer or Rafael Nadal in the first round.

However, seven-time champion Serena Williams, who did not

defend her 2016 title last year due to pregnancy, believes she should be seeded in the top 32, despite dropping down to 449 in the world rankings. She argues that players returning from pregnancy should have protected seedings as well as protected rankings.

Williams said: “I think it’s more of a protection for women to have a life.

You shouldn’t have to wait to have a baby until you retire. Pregnancy is not an injury.”

Many people involved in women’s tennis feel players are being penalised for dropping down the rankings, in the same way as injured players, when they take time off to have children. A meeting is due to take place before the tournament gets underway. The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club chairman, Phillip Brook, said: “It is totally different to an injury and we have empathy and sympathy for the point being made. It is a question we will certainly address.”

Wimbledon takes place 2nd-15th July 2018.

After his major operation earlier in the year, Andy Murray has faced a race against time to challenge for his second Wimbledon title

Jules Rimet still gleaming: Get ready for a month of World Cup football LOOK OUT FOR!

After an exciting season of football across the Premier League and the Football League, football fans are readying themselves for a summer full of World Cup football. 32 teams will be in action over a total of 64 matches spread over a month Two of the bookies’ favourites to win this year’s World Cup in Russia are five-time winners Brazil and reigning champions Germany. The 2010 winners Spain are also in contention and Didier Deschamps’ France side will be optimistic of winning their first World Cup in ten years.

The only side representing the home nations this year is England, after their unbeaten qualifying campaign.

Following their impressive run during the 2016 European Championship, many hoped Wales would continue their form and qualify for Russia: however they missed out on qualification to Serbia.

Gareth Southgate’s men will be hoping to end 52 years of hurt, having failed to win the World Cup since 1966. However, many critics claim this current England side is a far cry from the ‘Golden Generation’ that failed to deliver during the 2000’s.

Despite this, some are optimistic after the Three Lions qualified with such ease and played well in their warm-up friendlies against top national sides and, with two-time Premier League

Golden Boot winner Harry Kane and other in-form players on their side, they have an outside chance.

The World Cup sees the world’s best players on our screens, and Premier league fans can expect to see some familiar faces including Liverpool sensation Mo Salah representing Egypt, as well as a host of Belgian internationals.

There are dozens of players to look out for. There is some controversy and fears however, especially for travelling England fans. Back in 2016, during the European Championships, dozens of Russian fans were arrested for violence towards England fans. Two English men suffered life-changing injuries when Russians charged towards them with weapons, and officers from England advised fans not to travel. After the conflicting political tensions between England and Russia, the English government have even threatened to “boycott” this summer’s competition.

Soon after FIFA decided to award Russia with the World Cup, the governing body saw a surge of arrests and convictions surrounding corruption – making many question FIFA’s decision to award the World Cup to Russia this year and Qatar in 2022.

The World Cup kicks-off at the Luzhniki Stadium Moscow when Russia plays Saudia Arabia on Thursday 14th June and the final will be played in the same stadium on Sunday, 15th July.

Samuel Umtiti France, Defender With a prolific attacking line-up including Antoine Griezmann, France’s biggest concern is stopping goals rather than scoring them.

And Barcelona defender Umtiti has given solid performances.

Neymar Brazil, Forward The former Barcelona forward moved to PSG last summer for a massive $263m transfer fee, and many will be expecting the 26-yearold to see Brazil to victory.

Lionel Messi Argentina, Forward Arguably one of the best players to grace the pitch, the Barcelona superstar has won every trophy possible with his Spanish side but has not clinched the World Cup with Argentina. Coming off the back of another La Liga title, could this be his year?

The World Cup sees the world’s best players on our screens, and Premier league fans can expect to see some familiar faces Image sources www.fifa.com/worldcup

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Say

‘I do’

to saving pennies on your wedding

According to the latest findings from over 2,000 brides and grooms-to-be in confetti.co.uk’s latest survey, over half of weddings now feature homemade invitations, stationery and favours. But can you really have the wedding you want without overspending?

The Invitations The growth of DIY weddings over the last few years has been phenomenal – and they are not just reserved for brides who like crafting! There are now so many easy ways to make your wedding completely personal and unique with craft accessories and online tutorials. It can be a great way cut costs, provide a wonderful bonding experience with close friends and family – and is great fun too!

Aldi has a range of wedding items available to help couples DIY for the big day

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n the 19th of May 2018 the eyes of the world were firmly focused on St George’s Chapel Windsor, for the wedding of Prince Henry Charles Albert David Windsor and Rachel Meghan Markle.

Meghan and Prince Harry’s nuptials reportedly cost a staggering £32million – a far cry from what the average couple in the UK will spend. The UK Wedding Statistics 2017 report by confetti.co.uk covers everything from new social media trends to colours, themes and the average cost of a wedding – which is now said to be £15,000, with almost a quarter of all couples saying that they spent £10-15k on their wedding day.

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When brides were asked, ‘what did you do yourself or with help from friends and family?’, 56% said that they made their own invitations and other wedding stationery, while almost half of couples made their own decorations. Even supermarket chain Aldi have their own wedding range!

Kate Thompson, wedding industry expert, said: “Over half of weddings now feature some homemade element, with an incredible 56% of brides making their own wedding invitations, table planners and thank you cards, and 62% now making their own favours. The trend for homemade weddings is definitely on the rise, perhaps in part thanks to Confetti’s DIY wedding accessories and tutorials.”

The Flowers

Favours

What about the flowers? A sprig of Myrtle has been a traditional inclusion in all royal bouquets since 1840 at the wedding of Queen Victoria and is supposed to represent luck and fidelity in a marriage. When choosing yours for the big day, think about your colour schemes and whether you want to keep it simple or go for extravagance.

The more elaborate you go, the higher the cost is set to be.

When it comes to favours, these don’t have to be fancy and cost the earth to impress your guests. There are tons of ideas out there to give your favours the wow factor – from personalised wedding favour bottles and personalised scratch cards, there’s something for everyone, whatever your budget.And with 62% admitting that they made their own favours, it’s clear to see that this is a popular choice amongst couples choosing to keep costs down.

The cake With an impressive 40% making their own wedding cake, why not give it a go? The average cost of a wedding cake is £300 so making your own could save you lots of pennies. Or if you’re not confident in doing it yourself and have a baking friend or family member who always impress with their bakes, why not ask them to get creative for you?

What’s on the menu?

Today’s couples might still be planning their dream wedding, but they are also inviting fewer guests to help keep costs down.

More couples are also now choosing to marry later in the day, in order to pay for only one meal for their guests, instead of the customary two. This one meal is often now a cheaper buffet rather than the formal seated wedding breakfast, followed by a later evening reception.

Facts and statistics courtesy of Confetti.co.uk – the UK’s largest wedding accessories retailer and the ultimate resource for anyone planning a wedding.

Over half of weddings now feature homemade invitations, stationery and favours

Entertainment OK, so you might not be able to afford the likes of Ed Sheeran or the Spice Girls at your wedding reception, but there are lots of traditional and alternative options available for your evening entertainment. The most popular wedding entertainment is a DJ, followed by a live band/ musician. Photo booths are also a great way of capturing the spirit of your special day – and can be great fun!

Why a visit to Windsor is a must Windsor might have gone back to everyday life since the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan but there are still plenty of reasons why you should visit this historic town following their big day

During May 2018, the eyes of the

world were focused on the Berkshire town of Windsor where the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle took place. Windsor however, has always been a popular tourist destination, but what is it that regularly attracts tourists from all over the world?

Windsor Castle The main attraction at Windsor is obviously Windsor Castle which was built in the 11th century by William the Conqueror and is the oldest and largest occupied castle in the world. It is also the Queen’s favourite weekend residence. Daily tours are available around the castle and there is something for everyone.

The romantics among us who were unable to secure an invitation to the wedding will be able to see the venue of St Georges Chapel and walk in the footsteps of the royal couple.

For the historically minded, during the tour you will be able to visit the tombs of many members of the British royal family including Henry VIII, Charles I, Prince Albert, the Queen Mother and Princess Margaret.

For those with children or with an inner child, a visit to see Queen Mary’s Dolls House is a must. This was designed and built for Queen Mary by Sir Edwin Lutyens and was intended to depict all aspects of the royal household both above and below stairs during the 1920’s.

Windsor Great Park And if you enjoy the great outdoors and getting back to nature, take a trip to Windsor Great Park. This royal park stretches for over 2,020 hectares comprising parkland, forest trails and ancient woodlands. The iconic Long Walk is the ideal place to burn of some steam while taking in panoramic views of the castle and the ancient oak trees. The park is also home to a herd of over 500 red deer who roam freely and are noted for being very photogenic.

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Eton College Once finished on the tour of the castle, for those who have not had enough of seeing how ‘the other half lives’, just a short walk outside Windsor is the world-famous Eton College, whose ex pupils include Hugh Laurie, Boris Johnson, Bear Grylls, George Orwell and Damian Lewis. For a small fee, tours can be arranged around this famous school.

Murder Mystery Should you not have the desire for the darker side, but still wish to learn more about the stranger history of Windsor then perhaps a murder mystery treasure trail would fit the bill. Suitable for all ages, this is a self-guided tour around The romantics among us who existing buildings, permanent features and monuments, were unable to secure an solving clues while trying to invitation to the wedding will work out ‘whodunit’. During be able to see the venue of your treasure trail tour you may be lucky enough to see St Georges Chapel and walk in some of the quirkier sites of the footsteps of the royal couple Windsor, such as the ‘crooked house’. Officially called the Market Cross House, it was built in and the High Street is transformed the 17th century and is famous for into a parade ground, while the its dramatic leaning posture. Also, guards march into and out of the situated outside the castle is one of castle. The actual venue for this the few remaining blue post boxes ceremony depends on whether the left in the country. These were put in Queen is in residence or not, so if place by George V to receive and send you wish to view this spectacular airmail correspondence during event it’s worth checking on the World War II. Windsor Castle website.

Changing of the Guard For the royalists amongst us, and those who love pomp and ceremony, it is essential to watch the changing of the guard outside Windsor castle.

During the change traffic is stopped

Windsor Duck Tour For those who want to see the sights of Windsor in an unconventional way, booking a trip on the Windsor Duck tour will not disappoint. This tour begins in a yellow amphibious vehicle in the heart of Windsor viewing many of the most famous sights. The vehicle then ventures down a slipway into the river for a journey into and along the Thames, with breathtaking views of the castle and other notable historical sights. Reviews from previous customers have stated that it’s an amazing tour suitable for all ages, with tour guides who are amusing and well informed!

Ghost Tours Windsor is clearly noted for its history, but should you want to explore its darker side as night falls, ghost tours are also available. Guides dressed in authentic historical costumes tell the spooky tales of royal ghosts, phantom horsemen, burnings at the stake and the gruesome history of the town and the castle. Clearly not for the fainthearted!

Legoland Windsor has so many attractions for everyone young and old but if you tire of the historic and want something a little more adrenaline filled, then Legoland is the place to go.

Bursting with interactive family rides, live shows and amazing attractions; be prepared to unleash your inner child.

Image sources : windsorducktours.co.uk, Visit England, www.legoland.co.uk

Get ready for summer

RECIPE CORNER

Freshen up your drinks menu this summer with these tantalising cocktails

Crucomber

Water Lilies Ingredients •

44ml Grey Goose Citron vodka

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14ml raspberry syrup

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14ml St. Germain liqueur

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44ml Franciacorta sparkling wine

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7ml lime juice

Instructions Stir ingredients with ice and strain into a wine glass. Garnish with frozen raspberries.

- Courtesy of New York City’s Casa Lever Gardens

Ingredients • 59ml Zubrowka Bison Grass Vodka • 29ml fresh cucumber puree

The Blueberry Vohito

• 22ml fresh lemon juice

Ingredients

• 22ml sesame simple syrup*

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44ml Stoli Blueberi

• 1 lemon balm leaf

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4-5 fresh mint leaves

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7-8 blueberries

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44ml lime juice

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44ml simple syrup

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Splash of club soda

*Sesame simple syrup is made by toasting sesame seeds until golden brown then added to equal parts sugar and hot water. Strain to remove all seeds before serving.

Instructions

Instructions

Mix blueberries and mint in glass/ mixer. Add Stoli, lime, and simple syrup. Shake in a cocktail shaker.

Pour into a tall glass and add a splash of soda.

Slap lemon balm to release essence.

Add cucumber puree, lemon and sesame syrup to cocktail shaker.

Add vodka and shake vigorously.

Strain into a glass and garnish with fresh cucumber.

- Courtesy Naples Grande Beach Resort

- Courtesy of Cru, Nantucket

Coconut, cucumber, lime and mint cooler Ingredients •

900ml Coconut water

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2 cucumbers sliced thinly

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112ml lime juice

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112ml sugar

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112g chopped mint

Non A lc o h o lic

Directions Combine the coconut water, cucumbers, lime juice, sugar and mint leaves. Leave to chill for 1-2 hours.

- Courtesy Cornelia Guest of Cornelia Guest Events

All recipes and images can be found at www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/

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9269 6811 Southsea 023 9286 4974 Waterlooville 023 9223 2888 CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE NO OBLIGATION VALUATION Shadwell Road, Portsmouth

ÂŁ320,000

With period features throughout, this stunning three/four bedroom mid-terrace property has been maintained to a superb standard and would make a wonderful family home. Located in a highly desirable part of North End, this property has been renovated to a high standard. Internally, the ground floor boasts a spacious sitting room with bay-window to the front elevation, bringing in ample natural light, you also have a stunning period fireplace, coving and architrave

Sentinel Close, Waterlooville

ÂŁ230,000

Bernards Waterlooville are delighted to introduce this immaculately presented two-bedroom property, in the heart of Waterlooville. With off road parking and immaculate level of finish, this property would be perfect for first time buyers.

As you enter the property, you have a spacious entrance hallway, the newly fitted, modern kitchen and the lounge/diner.

Through the lounge/diner, you have access to the low maintenance rear garden.

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Hambrook Street, Southsea

ÂŁ185,000

Situated within short walk to the Seafront and Southsea shopping, this recently refurbished apartment boasts a fantastic, modern finish as well as ample space. Three double bedrooms are accompanied by a large lounge, with a south facing balcony, family bathroom and fully fitted kitchen. Offering excellent transport links, this property is one not to be missed.

The well maintained communal areas house two separate storage units.

Lower Derby Road, Portsmouth

ÂŁ205,000

***THREE BEDROOM HOUSE WITH PARKING/GARAGE*** Bernards Portsmouth are delighted to introduce this fantastic three bedroom, mid terrace property for sale in the sought after location of Stamshaw. Perfect for first time buyers, this property is located in a popular residential area, within short distance of the motorway. Inside, you have a dining room with bay window, and a spacious lounge which is the perfect place to relax. You have a wonderful modern fitted kitchen with a high end finish, which has been newly fitted.

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