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175th Anniversary For Glashütte Watchmaking in Saxony celebrates 175 years with Nomos and A. Lange & Söhne releasing special editions.

14 A Merry Yellow Christmas Fill your stockings and your house with the iconic Italian scents from Acqua di Parma.

21 Beauty Buys The latest products to buy along with some perfect gifts for Christmas. 26 Down Hall Country estate boasting spectacular traditional style and incredible food.

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175 Y E A R S O F G L AS H Ü T T E Nomos Glashütte celebrates 175 years of watchmaking history with haute horlogerie in stainless steel. Lambda enamel white, black, and blue are limited editions and works of watchmaking art. A new stainless steel case, a new size, new dials in enamel white, black, and blue, and regulated according to chronometer standards. In short, that’s what makes these three new timepieces celebrating 175 years of Glashütte watchmaking special. Each colorway is limited to 175 pieces, and each individual watch is crafted using the traditional techniques of this historic town. The enamel gloss of the dials offers an unusual optical depth - an effect enhanced by the curve of the dial and sapphire crystal glass. The highly-polished steel, rarely found in fine watchmaking, makes these watches suitable for everyday wear. The name Lambda stands for “intrinsic values” in mathematics, in other words, for a value that remains constant. Lambda features a power reserve indicator complication, sweeping in an arc across the dial and tracking 84 hours, or three-and-a-half days, accurate to the hour. The four needle-thin hands give this watch model a graceful elegance with fine features reminiscent of a kinetic sculpture. The polished case of the watch frames the dial with a slender bezel, while the transition from the side to the back of the case is a radiodrome - a curve with a shrinking radius. The lugs reflect the curved form of the case as well. The mechanical movement is also something special. Lambda is

powered by DUW 1001, and is the first caliber to bear the title “Deutsche Uhrenwerke NOMOS Glashütte.” A large, slender caliber with twin mainspring barrels, 29 jewels within ensure flawless functioning with six of them in hand-polished screwed chatons, reflecting traditional watchmaking. All edges are also polished by hand, with black polishing on individual steel parts. The fine sunburst polishing on the three-quarter plate is eyecatchingly beautiful and is a polish that is only found in Nomos timepieces, and has become a part of traditional Glashütte watchmaking since Lambda. By contrast, the regulatory system of screw balance and swan neck fine adjustment in this model has its roots in history. The spring of the swan neck fine adjustment is positioned on top of the balance cock. This reads “Lovingly produced in Glashütte” in German, a message handengraved by a highly skilled watchmaker. And another example of the town’s rich heritage. Nomos Glashütte upholds traditions while representing a modern take on watchmaking. Alongside the iconic German timepiece Tangente, Nomos Glashütte also crafts haute horlogerie models like Lambda. And regardless of which model it is for, every caliber is handcrafted by Nomos watchmakers in Glashütte. nomos-glashuette.com

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A. Lange & Söhne In 2020, A. Lange & Söhne has two reasons to celebrate - the 175th anniversary of Saxony’s precision watchmaking industry and the 30th anniversary of a courageous new beginning.

With the introduction of a pocket watch production on 7 December 1845, Ferdinand Adolph Lange laid the cornerstone for Glashütte to rise to prominence as a watchmaking hub. From the humble beginnings as a teaching workshop with 15 apprentices, he not only developed a watch manufactory which was successful far beyond the borders of Germany - he also initiated watch production based on the division of labour which was modern for its day by encouraging his employees to establish their own companies. Inspired by long-standing tradition, the watchmakers of A. Lange & Söhne today strive to advance precision watchmaking with innovative ideas and excellent craftsmanship. Their driving motivation of never standing still is exemplified by the new

slightly cambered moons are framed by hand-engraved stars. The dial and the lunar discs are crafted in-house to assure the perfect implementation of the innovative design idea. Tourbograph Perpetual Honeygold “Homage to F. A. Lange” features a quintet of complications and could legitimately be called a grand complication - if it weren’t for the Grand Complication piece that already exists in the A. Lange & Söhne catalogue. Immensely difficult to design and create, the connection between the perpetual calendar and the rattrapante chronograph posed a special challenge for the engineers. This is because when both the chronograph function is used and the calendar displays switch, mechanical conflicts must be avoided alongside amplitude fluctuations that could have a negative impact on rate stability.

anniversary edition with the epithet “Homage to F. A. Lange”. The three limited models with cases made of exclusive honey gold, special movement decorations and special dials are dedicated to watchmaking pioneer Ferdinand Adolph Lange. They represent a unique connection between traditional watchmaking elements and innovative craftsmanship in processing techniques, thus building a bridge from the origins of Lange watchmaking to the present. The unifying element of the three new limited editions is the innovative case material, honey gold, which symbolises the scientific side of the manufactory and stands for the stated goal of using metallurgic discoveries for watchmaking. Additionally, all three models stand out thanks to their special movement decorations, which include grained plates made of German silver and black-rhodiumed engravings on the balance cock. What is more, each of the three watches features a special dial. The dial of the Tourbograph Perpetual Honeygold “Homage to F. A. Lange” receives a unique and totally new approach. It is black-rhodiumed and, like the 43-millimetre case, consists of solid, 18-carat honey gold. The raised numerals and scales as well as the logo contrast vividly against the dark background. They are not applied and instead are raised from the material by about 0.15 millimetres. In combination with the relief, this creates an incomparable three-dimensional effect. The hands of the time and calendar displays as well as the black-rhodiumed lunar disc are made of the same gold alloy. Its two glistening,

Here, A. Lange & Söhne was able to benefit from its many years of experience in the development of highly complex chronographs. The top-mounted rattrapante (or split-seconds) hand in blued steel can be stopped independently of the gold-plated chronograph hand and also resynchronised with it via the pusher at ten o’clock. This allows any number of lap times to be stopped during a running time measurement. The mechanical switching processes are controlled with two column wheels and can be observed in real time through the sapphire-crystal caseback. The 30-minutecounter at nine o’clock completes the repertoire of chronograph displays. With their carefully orchestrated interaction, the tourbillon and the fusée-and-chain transmission minimise two unavoidable physical phenomena that are common in all mechanical watches - gravity and the waning force of the mainspring. In 1994, A. Lange & Söhne succeeded for the first time in integrating a fusée-andchain transmission in the compact dimensions of a wrist-watch. Via a fusée connected to the spring barrel with a chain, the power of the mainspring is delivered to the movement with constant force thanks to the ingenious way in which the princi-ple of levers is harnessed. A planetary gearing mechanism inside the fusée assures that the flow of power from the mainspring barrel to the escapement is not interrupted while the watch is being wound. Please visit alange-soehne.com for information on these stunning limited pieces.

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BLUEPRINT Zenith reveals the unseen schematics of its dials in a special rendition of the Pilot Type 20, aptly named the “Blueprint”. When the team at the Zenith Manufacture came across a blueprint of its historical building, it immediately reminded them of the blueprints they had seen of earliest Aeronefs, the earliest aircrafts conceived by the pioneers of flight, most notably Louis Blériot and his Type XI aircraft that he flew across the English Channel. As the preeminent watchmaker that accompanied the earliest aviators, Zenith sought to highlight their ingenuity in a surprising way with the Pilot Type 20 Blueprint. There’s something about blueprints that sparks intrigue and curiosity. It’s what translates the wildest dreams into feasible, tangible objects. Typical of production and engineering plans in the mid-19th and early 20th centuries, each element was carefully calculated and precisely drawn as the basis of a project. Now a relic from a bygone era, the blueprint continues to fascinate, and is synonymous with thorough planning and ingenious vision. When looking at a watch’s dial, one tends to pay attention to the colours, the finish, the shape of the hands and markers, the typography of the numerals, without giving much thought to the precise calculations and design considerations that go into making it. And yet, each Zenith dial is meticulously thought out and developed, where no detail is left to chance. The designers

at the Manufacture sought to highlight this “unseen” aspect of the dial, by incorporating its production plans directly onto it. Unexpected and captivating, the dial is created in two parts: a matte blue base with all technical plans and notes used by the dialmaker, and above it a sapphire crystal layer with the usual markers and logo. This creates a captivatingly deep visual effect, where the various markings cast a slight shadow on the blue base and give the impression that they’re hovering above the blueprint dial. Limited to 250 pieces, the Pilot Type 20 Blueprint remains true to the legacy of Zenith’s ubiquitous Pilot watch. The oversized steel case, finished with a mix of polished and satin-brushed surfaces, features the signature oversized “onion” shaped crown that allows the time to be adjusted even while wearing flight gloves. The side of the case features a screwed plaque bearing the unique limited edition number of the watch. Powering this wearable flight instrument is the Elite manufacture automatic movement, providing a minimum autonomy of 50 hours. In a nod to the earliest years of aviation, the blue calfskin leather strap recalls the classic shearling leather flight jacket, with rivets and a titanium pin buckle as well as a distinctive tab one would find on a vintage pilot’s helmet.

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Fresh-Faced Freelancer Raymond Weil have introduced the latest freelancer timepiece with a distinctive personality. This new chronograph model was reinterpreted with legibility and design in mind bringing a new aesthetic to the collection. The freelancer chronograph is one of Raymond Weil’s most technical collections. Assembled with care by Raymond Weil’s master watchmakers and meeting all luxury standards of the Swiss label, this men’s automatic self-winding freelancer boasts the Calibre RW5200 chronograph movement. It has a 48-hour power

with sapphire crystal creates an air tight seal providing a water resistance up to 100 meters. This brand-new freelancer chronograph asserts its vintage personality with an inverted colour scheme but still boast the modern complications of the collection. This iconic watch is the perfect cross section between functionality and style.

reserve and beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour. Housed in a round 42mm titanium-coloured stainless steel case, this new vintage-inspired freelancer chronograph offers a day date window at 3 o’clock, and a circular tachymeter scale. The deep blue satin brushed dial contrasts the three beige chronograph counters and is completed by prominent nickel plated indexes matched perfectly by the slender hands. The Super-LumiNova® coated hands and indexes allow for full readability in the dark. The dial is protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating providing maximum durability and visibility. The new freelancer comes equipped with a genuine brown calf leather strap adding a natural charm to this timepiece, secured by a stainless-steel folding clasp with a double push-button safety system. This model maintains the collection’s signature attributes - finely tapered horns that curve comfortably to the wrist and the external chronograph pushers. The screwed-down steel case back raymond-weil.com

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French Feathering Reservoir continues to enrich the watchmaking vocabulary with a high-end watch bracelet made of rooster feathers. Braided in the Parisian workshops Atelier M. Marceau by the “plumassier” Maxime Leroy, the new watch accessory is available in full-fledged chromatic quintet. Maxime Leroy, is a virtuoso Plumassier who diverts the feather

from his traditional register - Chanel, Givenchy and Jean Paul Gaultier are regular customers. With him open up new fields of expression, from motorcycle helmets to fashionable sneakers. The meeting between these two formidable creatives gives birth to an unprecedented watchmaking chapter with a tailor-made watch strap, in woven rooster feathers on leather. Selected for their correct width, matched according to their nuances, then glued to block the beards, the feathers of the collar, or collars, are then braided diagonally, offering superb plays of light and shine. The preparation of feather bracelets takes place in several stages, the whole operation taking ten hours. The braided and measured element is then assembled on pre-cut leather, then undergoes a pampering finish. Atelier M. Marceau continues to honor the feather craftsmanship in the greatest respect of CITES regulations (Washington Convention). The feathers used come exclusively from farmed birds, especially roosters and it is important to note that no bird is bred for its feathers. Conscious and concerned about the environment, Atelier M. Marceau succeeds in particular working with moulting feathers through close collaborations with passionate breeders. The calfskin comes from French tanneries. The unique design of this first iteration invites a radical reading of the time when retrograde minutes and jumping hours are the accomplices of the passing hour and that which is looming.

Reservoir Tiefenmesser Bronze Plume £4,350.00 | Feather Bracelet £450.00 | reservoir-watch.com

Twill Check Cashmere Stole in Light Toledo White & Barley £325.00; and Prince of Wales Scarf in Grey & Crocket £115.00

Wrap Up In Style With over 250 years of experience, Joshua Ellis has been making the world’s finest cashmere and wool fabrics and accessories in Yorkshire since 1767, with sustainability and their environmental impact at the heart of everything they do. They are a member of the Sustainable Fibre Alliance and a vision that all cashmere is produced in an environmentally friendly way that safeguards the livelihoods of herding communities and protects the important, fragile environment in which they live. The Autumn Winter 2020 cashmere accessory collection has its heart and soul in Joshua Ellis’ extensive pattern archive which blends distinguished heritage with contemporary trends such as street style and bright colouration. With over 30,000 fabrics stretching back over 150 years there aren’t any better places to start.

Bold pops of colour sit in stark contrast to muted tones which give classic designs a modern twist. Traditional English styling is ever present through the collection with a heavy focus on Checks, Chalk Stripes, Windowpanes, and Buffalo Checks. In the vintage scarf story, patterns from iconic Yorkshire fabrics are exploded and manipulated to give a fresh new look in this ever-present homespun story. Their signature Modern Tartan offer has been expanded and a recolouration of Traditional Tartans and Shepherd Checks in zesty pop colours has invigorated these iconic British design staples. The collection is rooted in the Yorkshire countryside but is blended with a contemporary city look, making it perfect for the modern-day professional.

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Left from top: Tweed Cashmere Stole in Light Grey, Purple & Sapphire £325.00; Tweed Cashmere Scarf in White, Black & Cobalt £165.00; and Classic Tartan Ripple Cashmere Throw in Blackwatch £650.00

Right: Modern Tartan Cashmere Scarf in Calderdale Check £119.00; and Chalk Stripe Cashmere Scarf in Sapphire & Navy £119.00

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Merry Christmas The festive season always brings with it a fresh flourish of style from Acqua di Parma and this years is the biggest and brightest offering yet. The brand’s art of gifting continues to dazzle with the Maison looking to the talented up and coming Chinese artist, Oamul for inspiration for the 2020 holiday season. Once again using one of the leaders of the contemporary visual and artistic scene to the best advantage, Acqua di Parma’s 2020 choice to create the festive motif has taken his imaginary and modern view of the world as an illustrator and animator to produce a motif that lights up the whole collection. Oamul creates small poetic stories from intense natural inspiration with the digital painting technique or by hand and now exclusively for Acqua di Parma, he has created a special illustration devoted to the Holiday Season which turns the traditional rows of festive lights into an elegant graphic pattern. Among the lights, small Art Deco bottles appear unexpectedly, reminiscent of the world of the Maison. A

light luminous motif, in tune with the brand’s aesthetics and vision. Sparkling light chains run along boxes and packs, in the classic version in black and white, silver tones for the Blu Mediterraneo products and gold for the Le Nobili and Signatures of the Sun collections. The collection brings to the forthcoming winter holidays an impressive selection of offers, as it does every year, with the broadest offering of luxury gift sets yet. Besides the elegant classic boxes for the Colonie and Le Nobili, the Notte di Stelle scented candle of the Home Collection and the special luxurious sets for Signatures of the Sun join the Maison’s festive party. Ideas that invite you to discover in an original way the best-loved Blu Mediterraneo fragrances, the new items in the Barbiere collection and the most seductive formulations of Le Nobili are also welcomed, while the Collection is completed by a return of the Advent Calendar, in an edition with even more surprises to find, along with dayto-day Acqua di Parma.

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An icon in its own right, Colonia sets the benchmark with an ever brighter yellow Parma box. The perfect gift for all lovers of the Colonie with four stunning sets to choose from, each embellished with the festive motif created for the collection. Each recognisable by individualised colour coded labels - white for Colonia; sage green for the latest addition, Colonia Futura; matt silver for the fresh Colonia Pura; and black for the intense Colonia Essenza. Inside, you will be delighted by the discovery of a complete selection for your daily routine to experience your favourite fragrance throughout the day. For Colonia, with the fresh, sunny, unmistakably citrus notes, the icon of the Maison and the quintessence of Italian style you can enjoy the 100ml Eau de Cologne, the 75ml Bath and Shower Gel and the 50ml Deodorant Spray. For each of the other boxes - Colonia Essenza, elegant and sophisticated, understated and characterful, surprises with its vibrant and woody citrus combination; Colonia Pura, with its modern transparency and lightness, breathing new life into the classic structure of Colonia; and Colonia Futura, between roots and future, reinterprets Colonia with the roundness of clary sage and the freshness of lavender - besides the 100ml Eau de Cologne and the 50ml Deodorant Spray, you with discover the 75ml Hair and Shower Gel.

Celebrating every womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s femininity, Acqua di Parma have created three boxes with the fragrance inspired by the flower that most represents her. The Nobile collection featuring Magnolia Nobile, Rosa Nobile and Peonia Nobile. A highly prized gift starting with the packaging, the gold tones of the label and the graphic pattern light up the box, in the distinctive nuances of each fragrance - creamy white for Magnolia Nobile; pink for Rosa Nobile; and royal magenta for Peonia Nobile. Each set includes 100ml Eau de Parfum, Body Cream and 75ml Bath and Shower Gel in your chosen fragrance.

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Magnolia Nobile is rich and modern, bringing out the allure of a woman who attracts glances with the force of her personality. Natural and at the same time charismatic, just like the magnolia flower; Rosa Nobile, a fragrance of great fresh and radiant charm which exudes the femininity of fully experienced emotions; and Peonia Nobile with its sumptuous and elegant form, like the flower by which it is inspired, with its magnificent delicate corolla. An Eau de Parfum which seduces in each and every one of its scents, enhancing a lively femininity.

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Blu Mediterraneo brings the gift of long golden summers to enjoy at any time of the year and wherever you are. With the three boxes: Arancia di Capri, Mirto di Panarea and Fico dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Amalfi along with the Regenerating and Vitalizing sets, you can now enjoy even more of this Mediterranean inspired collection. The rich, blue background of the box is the perfect backdrop for the festive motif in its radiant tones of white and silver. Arancia di Capri - releasing into the air hints of orange, mandarin and lemon, symbolic citrus fruits of the Mediterranean island, it is like being transported once again to this corner of paradise, cradled by the sun and the waves - Mirto di Panarea - an essence of revitalizing potency, blending the aromatic notes of the

Mediterranean scrub with the scent of the sea breeze. Myrtle and basil, together with lemon and bergamot take you to an island far away from everything - and Fico di Amalfi - a triumph of citrus accents for a fragrance that exudes vitality. Bergamot, lemon, grapefruit and cedarwood herald the notes of fig in an irresistible harmony, like the ever-surprising panoramic view of the Amalfi Coast - are all available in festive gift sets. Each of the fragrance sets includes 75ml Eau de Toilette, 40ml Bath-Shower Gel and 50ml Body Lotion - practical and handy formats, to carry with you at all times reminding you of unforgettable Mediterranean scenes - while the new sets exclusive for the holidays feature a 30ml fragrance to take anywhere and a 70g perfumed candle to bring the Mediterranean into the heart of your home. These exclusive sets are available in both Mirto di Panarea and Fico di Amalfi.

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This year brings the true art of gifting and the art of perfume together in spectacular fashion with the premium Signatures of The Sun sets. The fragrances of the collection, through the olfactory prism of Colonia, give the sensation of perceiving an already familiar ingredient as if for the first time. An exciting discovery of scents which is revealed with both boxes, devoted to Oud - An Eau de Parfum that combines the light freshness of citrus fruits with the marvellous depth of agarwood. A unique, decisive and charismatic composition - and Yuzu - where original harmonies bring out the essence of a rare and highly-prized oriental citrus fruit, also known as beauty fruit. A vibrant fragrance, which gives off a new radiant energy. The box in elegant black tones, lit up by the gold of the graphic pattern, contains the 100ml Eau de Parfum and the Shower Gel in the special 200ml format. For those who want to gift even more of this incredible collection, Acqua di Parma are also offering up two Signatures of The Sun Trio sets. Two elegant selections that will give the pleasure of discovering the art of Signatures of the Sun perfume. Quercia, Oud and Sandalo, for the lover of the more intense and profound fragrances. Sakura, Yuzu and Osmanthus, for the person who prefers clear, delicate compositions. The black book box, closed with a magnet, is even more elegant than its gift set counterpart. Inside are the bottles, in 7ml spray format, and a soft cotton case, to take the fragrance with you everywhere. Each of the scents explores the subtle nuances of Colonia bringing to life each individual ingredient.

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- The magnetic appeal of a majestic tree and the radiant citrus scents. An Eau de Parfum which spreads out in a rich generous way with sensations of green and light. - The citrus spirit of Colonia and the opulence of agarwood oil in a masterly composition. A surprising Eau de Parfum in its depth and lightness.

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- The balsamic creamy notes of sandalwood combine with the sparkling notes of citrus fruits and reveal a new, sun-filled freshness. A rich, sensual, and bright fragrance. - Dreamy and radiant. Fresh and delicate. An Eau de Parfum that emanates lightness, conjuring up the sight of cherry blossom commemorated in Japan in springtime. - A wonderful combination of the bittersweet notes of yuzu and the bright vibrant notes of citrus fruits. An extraordinarily bright Eau de Parfum. - Also known as the happiness flower, the Osmanthus gives off a sublime fragrance which reveals a surprising, shining and sensual elegance.

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This year, more than ever, the home will be the focal point for most over the festive period, with the glow of the fire burning in the fireplace, the tree full of shining lights and an atmosphere filled with magic and warmth, while outside the window millions of stars shine brightly in the cold winter sky. These are the sensations enhanced by “Notte di stelle”, the Home Collection fragrance that goes with the joy of coming together and sharing a special intimate time of year. Balsamic notes of pine oil and the scents of birch and guaiac wood are combined with the spicy accents of clove and the pungent hint of raspberry. The candle in the bright yellow glass combines the perfumed notes with the evocative power of the flame. The elegant 180ml room diffuser recaptures the Art Deco design of Colonia, combining the yellow glass and the black of the Bakelite top and the sticks. It is a perfect gift to release the bright perfumed notes of the long-lasting, intense fragrance to set the scene for a holiday to remember. Each of the cylindrical packs are of course

The pièce de résistance this holiday season has got to be the Acqua di Parma Advent Calendar. At first glance, the Advent calendar calls to mind the unmistakable Acqua di Parma box, cylindrical in stature with its iconic yellow tone, but when opened it becomes a bright Italian home. Each window reveals a surprise, day after day. So many wonderful gifts, in formats that allow you to find cherished formulas and fragrances. Like Mirto di Panarea, Rosa Nobile Body Cream and Magnolia Nobile Hair Mist. Or even Osmanthus, Yuzu and Quercia, elegant fragrances of the Signatures of the Sun collection. For the evening of 24th December, the 70g Notte di Stelle candle to create the perfect atmosphere and on the first and last day, Colonia, the symbol of Italian style. Among the surprises is also a small ceramic pot, with the original pattern of the collection, to which scent can be added and to decorate the home. The Advent Calendar, in bright Parma yellow, is even more original and festive this year, with the rich graphic design created by the Maison for the Holiday Season 2020.

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Christmas Beauty Gift Guide Seduction Satin Lipstick £50.00 from Jimmy Choo. Available at Har rods. harrods.com

Secrets of Algae Kit £90.00 (worth £154.00) from Algenist. Available at lookfantastic.com and cultbeauty.co.uk

Feel Good Four Kit £40.00 from Mio. mioskincare.com

Home for Christmas £175.00 from Jo Loves. joloves.com

Beauty Sleep Journal £20.00 from Sanctuary. Available at Superdrug, Amazon and Next.

Lip Paradise Crystal Shine Holiday Edition Refillable Lipstick Set £116.00 from Dear Dahlia. Available from feelunique.com

Signature Showstopper £40.00 from Sanctuary. Available at Superdrug, Amazon and Next.

Sugar Plum Fun £25.00 from Too Faced. toofaced.com

Hybrid Stainless Steel and Glass Canteen £40.00 from Corkcicle. Available from selfridges.co.uk

Fresh Linens Reed Diffuser by Clean Reserve £46.00 from Clean Reserve. Available at spacenk.com

Crab Apple Blossom, 50ml EDP £325.00 from Clive Christian. Available from clivechristian.com and harrods.com

Black Pomegranate Candle £43.00 from Von Norten. vonnorten.com

Soleil Neige, 50ml £164.00 from Tom Ford

Aventus 10 Year Anniversary Limited Edition, 100ml £280.00 from Creed. Available exclusively at the Creed Boutique in Mayfair and online at creedfragrances.co.uk

Midnight Musk & Amber Cologne, 100ml £105.00 and Pomegranate Noir Collection £88.00 from Jo Malone London. jomalone.co.uk

Vanilla Soul Room Spray £45.00 from La Perla. Available at Harrods. harrods.com

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Delivering a powerful plantpowered, nontoxic treatment, this new Founder’s Blend Scalp and Hair Treatment from Rahua has the power to strengthen your hair roots as well as balance scalp moisture levels and soothe your scalp with the integration of Palo Santo and Hemp Oil. Anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant, the treatment is rich in amino acids and vitamins to nourish and soothe the scalp in the cold weather.

Made with 100% natural ingredients including plum oil, hemp and elderberry, these 3-in-1 balms from Axiology are perfect for eyes, lips and cheeks. With semi-matte and shimmer finishes, these universally flattering shades are super hydrating and perfect for on the go. The Balmies Lip Cheek and Eye Balm Trio - Of The Earth £29.00 from Axiology. Available at asos.com

For 10 years The Beauty Chef has been at the forefront of delivering bio-fermented, wholefood nutrition and living skincare that balances digested health. The Beauty Chef ’s incredible range of powders and tonics help cultivate a healthy gut microbiome and beautiful glowing skin. Founded in 2009, The Beauty Chef launched with Glow Inner Beauty Powder, the world’s first fermented, live bacteria-rich beauty food supplement for glowing skin and a healthy gut. It has since been reformulated and the new supercharged formula has recently launched in the UK. Containing more than double the amount of vitamin C compared to the original Glow which helps boost collagen production and contributes to cell protection from free radical damage, the formula also contains almost three times as much zinc as the original to help maintain healthy skin, hair, and nails. Glow Inner Beauty Essential, 150g £40.00 from The Beauty Chef. Available at cultbeauty.co.uk

Founder’s Blend Scalp & Hair Treatment, 38ml £38.00 from Rahua. rahua.com

Created by herself, for herself, Jo By Jo Loves is a fresh, harmonious blend of Grapefruit, Bitter Orange, Lime and Spearmint. Soothing and softening, this Bath and Shower Gel and Body Lotion Set is a beautiful gift or lavish treat. A Bath & Shower Gel and Lotion Set, Jo By Jo Loves £75.00 Jo Loves. joloves.com

Available in two of Neom’s signature scents, Great Day and Complete Bliss; these new hand and body wash and lotions from Neom are made from a combination of Ocean Waste Plastic™ and Post Consumer Recycled plastic. Even better, the pump is metal free, making it 100% recyclable too. Beautiful as well as practical, Great Day is an ultra-mood lifting boost, perfect to kick start your day with its fresh and zesty essential oil blend of wild mint and mandarin and 6 other essential oils, whilst Complete Bliss, is floral and fruity with it’s super calming and incredibly soothing properties of Moroccan blush rose, modernised with a dash of fresh lime and a hint of punchy black pepper. Loaded with super-natural ingredients like seaweed and pomegranate to gently cleanse, calming aloe vera to soothe skin, along with shea butter and softening argan and sea buckthorn oils to nourish. The blend of pure, essential oils will boost your wellbeing and your soul. neomorganics.com This holiday season, and to kick off the celebrations of 100 years of Chanel N°5, Chanel invites you to discover five essentials for a perfuming ritual revolving around its most iconic fragrance, N°5. Chanel has elevated the abstract scent of N°5 with five new textures for the body, equaling five ways to wear fragrance to intensify your trail and five ways to leave your mark. The stunning new campaign film features the new face of the fragrance, French Actress Marion Cotillard. Chanel N°5: The Shower Gel, 200ml £42.00; The Body Lotion, 200ml £48.00; The Body Cream, 150g £68.00; The Deodorant, 100ml £40.00; The Hair Mist, 35ml £48.00 all from Chanel. chanel.com

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MAMA SHELTER LONDON East London based Mama Shelter London is an affordable boutique hotel with an effervescent and provocative personality which opened in 2019 bringing a welcoming, neighbourhood atmosphere. Whether you are visiting for work or play, local or just passing through the capital, MAMA will look after you. With cutting-edge design elements crafted by Parisian designers Dion & Arles, Mama Shelter London boasts 194 bedrooms, each a sanctuary that combines home comforts with all your digital needs. The hotel also offers several private atelier-style meeting rooms and Japanesestyle karaoke rooms to enjoy. The heart of this hotel comes in the shape of the spacious and playfully designed bar and restaurant with attached outdoor Garden Bar which is a stunning, lush oasis. Serving up both local dishes and MAMA Shelter classics, this is a place where everyone in London can pass through and feel taken care of by their own MAMA. It’s locally inspired design - there are numerous plant shops on MAMA’s doorstep to explore - with greenery at every turn and distinctly unique graffiti-style ceiling, the restaurant and bar space delivers a vibrant yet relaxed space for both work and play. If it is play you’re after, then they have just the package for you. Aiming to help you get back on track in the relationship department during these uncertain times, MAMA is on hand with a unique

package to reignite the spark - a special ‘Sexcation’ package to entice Londoners to staycate and bring back the passion. With the ever-present COVID situation, MAMA have worked to establish a safe environment adhering to all necessary measures and offer flexible bookings in case you need to cancel or move your stay for any reason, so you can rest easy knowing you won’t be out of pocket should you fall foul of the pandemic for any reason.

The ‘Sexcation’ package allows guests to hide away in the London property for 2 nights starting from £198. It includes bubbles for two, along with access to a ‘Sexy Mama’ box complete with an array of complimentary adult movies and Mama branded condoms. £30 credit to use in the hotel’s bar and restaurant the best kept secret al fresco terrace with an open roof, Mama London’s Garden Bar or for in room dining. Breakfast for two is also included as well as a late check out until 2pm, allowing guests to savour every last moment of passion.

Mama Shelter London, 419-437 Hackney Road, London E2 8PP | 020 7613 6500 | mamashelter.com

DOWN HALL

Down Hall HOTEL & SPA With staycations being the top of the agenda for travel this year, what better way to celebrate the autumn and winter with a stay in a venue that champions the English countryside. Located on the Essex/Hertfordshire border, less than half an hour from central London, Down Hall has not only played host to this year’s Great British Bake Off, but boasts spectacular scenery with luxurious surrounds.

With 110 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, guests are invited to wrap up warm and explore. From a magical fairy garden and old Italian lake to a hedged tennis court and rolling meadows. Three walking trails for all abilities allow for a great opportunity to immerse yourself in nature whether young or old. The stunning historic property offers 98 modern bedrooms. The Classic and Executive bedrooms are spacious and comfortable, while the Feature rooms enjoy stunning views across the landscaped gardens. Carefully decorated to reflect the grandeur and elegance of the building, many of the rooms have been recently refurbished and feature modern bathrooms, opulent colour schemes and luxurious furnishings. The newly created Liddell Suite, includes a ‘real flame’ fire and integrated cabinetry with double doors opening through into the bedroom with a feature bath at the foot of the bed. While the Mansion House Suites, situated in the historic Mansion House building, offer a separate living area with balconies overlooking the magnificent gardens of the hotel, as well as generously sized bathrooms with baths and separate walk in showers. Another plus of the hotel during these trying times is the number of spacious lounges that have been reconfigured to support social distancing. The hotel is AA COVID Confident accredited and officially been approved by Visit Britain as ‘Good To Go’ so guests

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TRAVEL needn’t worry and are able to spend more time relaxing. Speaking of relaxing, Down Hall is also home to Eden Spa. A tranquil haven to escape daily life, the spa offers a huge array of beauty and body treatments as well as facials, manicures and pedicures. With four treatment rooms comprising three single rooms and one double room for couples, guests can opt for one of the many ESPA treatments including Swedish Massage and the Espa Express Rose-quartz Facial Massage. The highlight however, has to be the Wet Spa. Designed to help relax the body and the mind, the Wet Spa facilities include a large hydrotherapy pool maintained at 36 degrees to soothe aches and pains, scented detoxifying steam room, and a warming sauna. Committed to serving up the freshest of produce, grown in the hotel’s own kitchen gardens in addition to supporting local suppliers, guests will not be disappointed with Down Hall’s dining choices. The Grill Room restaurant serves exciting dishes from a modern English menu. Standout dishes served in the elegant restaurant include, apple glazed mackerel with cucumber yoghurt and samphire; spiced butternut squash soup; celeriac and chestnut mushroom lasagne with truffle; and rib eye steak. A number of

credit to redeem in the restaurant or bars. The package starts at £329 per couple for a minimum two night’s stay. For foodies, the Dine All Around package, showcases the very best of their seasonal menus, from Executive Chef Chris Jones. Giving guests the opportunity to explore all the hotel’s drinking and dining spaces, the package includes a complimentary dining experience on each day of the stay. The package is priced from £515 for two and includes a three-night stay and includes a threecourse dinner at The Grill Room, a restorative and traditional afternoon tea after a walk in the gardens, and a relaxed evening meal from the Bar & Terrace menu. Elsewhere and for those looking for a special experience, Down Hall is offering you the car fanatics the chance to get behind the wheels of an iconic British classic car for the day, in partnership with Melyvn Rutter Limited. Roll back the roof of the vintage sports car and enjoy the fresh country air and rolling hills of Hertfordshire, before parking up for a picnic of freshly baked homemade goodies, prepared and packaged up by Executive Chef Chris Jones’ team. The stay also includes a credit of £30 per person towards dinner, followed by a night in a luxurious Prestige double room in the historic main house. Wake up refreshed and load up at the breakfast buffet before collecting a picnic hamper

sweet treats, innovative cocktails such as the Down Hall Signature with Bepi Tosolini amaretto, Calvados Quinta Prelada port and egg white are also available alongside a well-stocked wine list. With autumn getaways in mind, Down Hall is offering numerous packages. The Countryside Retreat package includes a bottle of prosecco in your room, a two night stay in a luxurious ‘prestige double’ room and the chance to relax in the boutique spa with two hours of Wet Spa access, as well as a £50 food & beverage

and heading off for a unique day at the wheel. Priced at £495 for two, the limited-edition package includes classic car hire from 9:00am - 5:00pm along with suggested driving routes and a bespoke picnic hamper. Eden Spa - Two hours access to the wet spa Monday to Thursday £20, Friday to Sunday £25. Towels, robes and slippers are provided to all guests of the Wet Spa. Please note, the use of Eden Spa is not complimentary. Spa use and treatments must be pre-booked before arrival.

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FARLEIGH GOLF CLUB

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Enjoy year round golf on this spectacular all-season course Set in the stunning Surrey countryside, you are welcomed by a long, winding driveway which gives you your first glimpse of this incredible course. Opened in 1997 and boasting 27 Championship standard holes designed by Ryder Cup legend John Jacobs, Farleigh Golf Club offers three separate nine-hole loops which can be enjoyed as three different 18-hole layouts and provides the perfect destination whatever level of golfer you are. The course delivers eye-catching elevate tees, par-fours reachable from the tee - for the longer hitter - and regular risk versus reward situations to tempt your mind and body meaning you can enjoy this course in any way you wish. Push your strategy and skill or simply enjoy the stunning views during a relaxed round.

exceptionally well during the winter months with temporary greens never being required - even in the depths of winter. Even more important during the colder months, warming up is an equally enjoyable experience at Farleigh, with a 300 yard driving range located in a valley at the centre of the estate and open 7 days a week, you can perfect your swing at any time. For your short game, there is also a USGA standard putting green along with the perfect place to practice getting out of the sand with the chipping green and practice bunker. This year marks the 10 year anniversary of the purchase of Farleigh Golf Club by The Foxhills Collection and there is plenty to celebrate. 10 years of dramatic improvements, significant

Rightly considered among the finest golf courses in Surrey as host of the 2018 PGA Assistants’ Championship and the only national PGA venue in the area and with greens built to USGA specifications, you won’t be disappointed by the quality of this course. Thanks to its fast-draining nature, it continues to play

investment and increasing success since it was purchased are being celebrated with 10 exclusive offers for its members, as well as giving away golf days worth £10k for local good causes. Previously known as Farleigh Court, the club was purchased by the Hayton family 10 years ago to form The Foxhills Collection,

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which also comprises the prestigious Foxhills Club & Resort located in Ottershaw. Since then, Farleigh has grown from strength to strength, with 2020 underpinning its success with a very fitting, record year for membership sales. As a family-owned club, Farleigh has seen the personal attention and crucial investment that it needed from a new owner, who is now the longest of four, with more than £5 million spent on refurbishing the clubhouse and golf courses. The clubhouse refurbishment and remodelling included the installation of a number of contemporary meeting rooms and function spaces, which has seen it become a sought-after venue for corporate events and weddings, as well as the opening of the highly-regarded Nineteen bar and restaurant, renowned locally for its delicious Sunday carvery. On the course, a number of substantial enhancements have also been made over the years to put the club on the map as one of the premier golf clubs in Surrey and a regular host of national PGA tournaments. The course’s original architects, John Jacobs Associates, were brought back to upgrade the 350-acre layout, which has also benefitted from a couple of new fleets of greenkeeping equipment costing more than £1 million alone, as well as a new irrigation and drainage system that makes it one of the best winter courses in the area.

The club is proud of its ‘Farleigh Guarantee’ of no temporary greens or tees, meaning golfers can enjoy excellent course conditions at any time of the year in all weather conditions. All of this has seen it build an enviable reputation among golfers, with more than 600 members now on the books and more category one golfers than ever, thanks to the course conditions and competitive field. There are few courses that offer this level of quality during the winter, especially with these kinds of views, making it a must visit.

If you are a local good cause within 10 miles of Farleigh, you can apply for a golf day worth up to £1,000 by emailing enquiries@farleighfox.co.uk. There are 10 to give away in total. Terms and conditions apply.

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Daffodil Mulligan After opening last year to high acclaim, Richard Corrigan's Daffodil Mulligan is going from strength to strength by offering a Saturday brunch menu. Based in the heart of Shoreditch, and named after the daughter of Biddy Mulligan - a legendary Dublin street seller - Daffodil Mulligan showcases her Irish spirit and hospitality in London’s creative East End. Highlights from the decadent menu include meaty Lock Ryan Rossmore oysters; chilli crab muffin; maple glazed pork and chips; and a stunning, vibrant and fragrant prawn Goan curry with ginger rice and mango salsa. Those with more traditional brunch favourites can enjoy scrambled eggs and smoked salmon; smashed avocado and poached eggs on toast; and Eggs Benedict. If you're in a sharing mood there is also a whole spatchcock chicken with mash. Enjoy with one of the many sides from Bentley's bread and inhouse butter; cavolo nero with chilli and garlic; bone marrow crumb mash; and mushy peas. Compliment the meal in style, after all we could all do with a pick me up after the year we have had, and enjoy the usual favourites from Champagne and Prosecco to top white and red wines. Daffy's also boasts a range of cocktails, from the traditional brunch favourite Daffy's Bloody Mary to a blood orange and jalapeño margarita as well as of course, stout - an Irish staple - that you can enjoy with your meal.

For afters, and a given for an Irish restaurant there are a range of stouts, Guinness traditional Irish coffee and even the Mr Gibney’s All Day Coffee - a blend of Assaranca Irish vodka, Mr Black coffee, frangelico & stout top. After brunch, head downstairs to the restaurant's basement bar Gibney's. Embodying the heart, soul and mischief of the Irish, the lively bar is a great find for dining, drinking, sporting events and live music.

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CHRISTMAS HAMPERS

Festive Hampers Petersham Nurseries Luxury Hamper

This luxuriously appointed hamper is perfect whether you're looking for the ideal gift for someone else or want to indulge in it's delicious contents yourself. Inside you'll find a selection of Petersham Nurseries produce including gooseberry preserve; Ssummer berry jam; apricot jam; Richmond Park honey; Spiced Tomato Chutney; Apple and Raisin Chutney; Black Olive Tapenade; Poppy Seed and Sea Salt Crackers; Shortbread; Panettone Milanese; Zizola extra virgin olive oil; Blackwoods Cheese Company Graceburn marinated cheese; Villa Marcello Prosecco Millesimato Brut; Mazzei Castello Di Fonterultoli; Chianti Classico; Rosemary and Orange Chocolate Truffles; and English Breakfast Tea. £195 from Petersham Nurseries. petershamnurseries.com

Il Grandioso Say hello to the ultimate Italian Christmas gift, the Carluccio’s Il Grandioso Hamper. The beautiful wicker basket comes loaded with the very best of artisanal Italian produce. Discover products from Italy’s finest suppliers who have been perfecting their recipes for generations. From the favourite, Panettone Tradizonale, a staple on every Italian festive table, to expertly Fichi al Rhum, tender figs marinated in rum, as well as a bottle of Prosecco, extra virgin olive oil and Vin Santo dessert wine. This one is perfect for those pre-Christmas dinner parties. £300 from Carluccio's. carluccios.com

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The Bartender Hamper Ensure you are always the host with the most with The Bartender Hamper. Handpicked by the expert buyers at Harvey Nichols Wine & Spirits, you’ll discover their bestselling wines - exclusive spirits available nowhere else - magnums of Champagne and Prosecco to get the party started; port for the cheeseboard; sherry and mulled wine for the mince pies; sauternes for dessert; stocking filler miniatures; a festive blood orange and clove Negroni; their two favourite gins of the year with an array of flavoured premium tonics to play with; a rare limited-edition Russian vodka; everything needed for mixing up an apéritif or an aperitivo if you fancy going Italian; and so much more. £1,300 from Harvey Nichols. harveynichols.com

Best of Selfridges Hamper Christmas feasting Selfridges style with a blow-the-budget hamper brimming with all the festive favourites. A spread for true foodies, this hamper includes a whole leg of Jamon Iberico, delicacies such as Beluga Caviar and truffle honey, fresh cheeses and a range of fine wines and tipples, all carefully selected by Selfridges in-house experts. £5,000 from Selfridges. selfridges.com

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Fe n c h u r c h Situated high on level 37 in the leafy surrounds of Sky Garden, two AA rosette restaurant Fenchurch offers spectacular views alongside fresh Mediterranean dishes. An exciting time for the restaurant, new Head Chef Michael Carr has revamped the menu to showcase innovative flavour combinations and fresh ideas. Created using the very best British produce; keeping in line with Fenchurch’s ethos of delivering contemporary modern British dishes driven by flavour and seasonal ingredients, the new menu is a delight of beautifully presented flavours and colours complimenting the spectacular views of the city perfectly. Highlights include wonderfully hearty Scottish scallops, cauliflower puree, fantastic bacon jam, and coriander dressing; palette cleansing halibut ceviche, yuzu mayonnaise, grapefruit, cucumber granite; and beef tartare, English mustard emulsion, avocado, egg yolk, smoked leek - and that’s just to start! Moving on to mains, the oven roasted chicken breast, pomme purée, girolles, creamed chicken jus; and aged beef fillet, braised cheek, bone marrow, carrot purée, thyme jus are perfect for this time of year. Especially when paired with Fenchurch’s crispy dauphinoise chips with freshly grated truffle, Madeira mayonnaise. Elsewhere there’s monkfish in seaweed butter, mussels, grelot onion, new potatoes, sweet wine velouté; and sweet potato gnocchi, Wiltshire truffle, preserved lemon, capers and Pecorino foam. Portions are generous and well considered with flawless presentation. For dessert, the Fenchurch tiramisu, coffee, manjari chocolate, mascarpone is an interesting take on the classic and there is also a selection of British and European cheeses for those looking for something more savoury.

With an award winning and extensive wine list, guests should make the most of this by asking the knowledgeable team for suggestions when selecting dishes. Fenchurch also boasts a selection of Coravin wines too. The talented sommelier team, led by Group Head Sommelier Alexandru Pastrav have selected these vintage wines with the aim of perfectly matching to the restaurant’s current menus to truly elevate your dining experience. With an elegant interior and large terrace, Fenchurch is one of the few sky-high restaurants that lives up to the hype where the food is as good as the views. If you have a restaurant reservation, you do not need to book a separate access ticket to Sky Garden.

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Eating In Style With so much uncertainty and such a big increase in working from home situations, there's no better time to explore the abundance of meal kit offerings and indulge in something a little bit different in the comfort of your own home.

For Fine Dining If you are looking for a luxurious night in, then look no further. One Fine Dine brings an unrivaled service straight to your door. Able to deliver 24/7, whether you want to enjoy a meal for one or are looking for something a little more elaborate without the stress of shopping and cooking. Every meal is delivered fresh and chilled with easy-to-follow heating and plating instructions on video or printed cards for a fully interactive experience. Continuing on their founding principle of exceptional service, One Fine Dine's dedicated culinary concierge team is on hand to personally discuss your order and coordinate with their team of chefs so no detail is ever overlooked. An easy to navigate menu is available online including everything from canapĂŠs to desserts and an impressive selection of wines to match. If there is something specific you would like, the concierge team is on hand to provide everything you require. One Fine Dine | 020 3733 2303 | onefinedine.com

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For The Restaurant Experience With eating out becoming difficult for some, Restaurant Kits have come to the rescue offering up a selection of recipe kits from numerous restaurants to enjoy at home. Dishes from the likes of Mac & Wild, Pizza Pilgrims, Shoryu and Island Poke make for an exciting menu to choose from to suit your style and mood. Curries, tacos, noodles and burgers aplenty mean you can sample something new from your own home as often as you like. The short rib shawarma kit from Flank is a must, delivering the ultimate low and slow beef short rib with all of the trimmings. Fall off the bone beef, home made flatbreads and all the juicy bits, what more could you possibly want? Well, some drinks wouldn't go a miss and thankfully Mac & Wild are on hand in collaboration with Haig Club to provide a delicious Cocktail Minibar for you to enjoy while you wait for your short ribs to cook, while you dive into the eating and once you've finished. Four delicious pre-bottled mini cocktails, blending unique garnishes and the wildest Scottish botanicals with Haig Club’s versatile, signature smooth single grain Scotch Whisky will complete your restaurant experience.

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For The Health Conscious Mindful Chef, one of the UK's favourite healthy recipe box services believes that healthy eating should be easy. With 68 delicious recipes on the menu with constant updates and additions, there will always be something new for you to enjoy. The recipe boxes provide customers with the tools to cook delicious, nutritionally-balanced meals that help customers feel both healthier and happier. Designed to make healthy eating easy, the ingredients are pre-portioned and each recipe takes a maximum of 30 minutes to make meaning you don't need to take time out of your busy life to eat well. Delivering high quality, sustainably sourced ingredients straight to your door, all Mindful Chef ’s meat and fish comes from award-winning British farms - including 100% free-range chicken, 100% grass-fed beef and fish landed in UK waters. They also boast 25 frozen ready meals and 13 frozen smoothie mixes available to purchase for next day delivery via the Mindful Chef store if you want to eat well without having to cook for yourself. Delicious recipe boxes such as warming lentils with harissa cauliflower steak and chicken and cavolo nero with sage butternut hash are perfect for these colder months whilst remaining healthy and balanced and cost just £6.50 and £7.50 per person respectively.

of confit duck and duck liver bon bon; seaweed wrapped cured Scottish salmon; and vegetarian scotch egg soft-boiled quail egg. Mains come in the form of delights including North Atlantic blackened miso cod; corn-fed chicken ballotine; and grilled Sussex Trenchmore Wagyu beef. Each dish comes ready to heat - or plate depending on the cooking requirements - and is delivered in clear, individually marked containers to make the plating process as easy as possible, allowing you to create your own fine dining experience at home. If you want to go that one step further, why not go all-out and hire a private chef leaving you to indulge and enjoy your meal without having to lift a finger. One Fine Dine have also introduced a selection of Christmas dishes to make at least one day this year one to remember for the right reasons. With three Christmas packages - Bronze, Silver and Gold you can indulge as much or as little as you want in these spectacular dishes. Visit onefinedine.com for more information and to order. onefinedine.com

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LEXUS UX F SPORT

Lexus UX Bringing a new Global Architecture - Compact to the table, the UX is not only the first Lexus to be constructed using this new platform, but is also offered exclusively in the marques fourth generation self-charging hybrid and fully electric powertrains, with no ‘standard’ powertrain option available. The lightweight yet super-rigid structure with extremely low centre of gravity and refined suspension tuning endow the UX with

exemplary handling agility and ride comfort, and a distinctive driving character. Delivering an innovative, dynamic and comfortable package to the luxury compact SUV market, this is the ideal way in to both the hybrid and luxury car markets for potential buyers. As always, the designers at Lexus have been hard at work to create a unique design that combines strength and refinement while being typically stylish yet functional. The spindle grille - a signature feature of all Lexus models - is unique to the UX, featuring a new mesh pattern with individual elements that gradually change in shape as they radiate out from the central Lexus emblem. The result is an intriguing three-dimensional look that appears to change with the viewing angle. The headlamp design gives the UX a determined and confident look. The daytime running lights are arranged in an arrowhead shape above the headlamp units, emphasising the Lexus ‘L’ lighting signature. The headlights themselves are single-projector dual-beam LEDs (UX and F Sport grades) or ultra-small tripleprojector LED units (Takumi grade, Tech and Safety Pack). This idea of form and function is perfectly demonstrated by the rear combination lamps. The aero stabilising blade lights run from the top of the rear wings and span the entire width of the vehicle. By guiding airflow around the rear, they help reduce turbulence lexus.co.uk

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and lift, aiding vehicle stability when cornering and driving in crosswinds. This combined with the low centre of gravity and the latest version of Lexus’s Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), which debuted on the flagship LC coupe, make for an incredibly dynamic ride while maintaining the comfort levels you would expect from a compact SUV. The AVS system decreases body roll when cornering and enhances ride comfort over bumpy urban streets using linear control solenoids to vary the amounts of shock fluid to bypass the shock absorber’s piston assembly. This means the system can vary suspension damping through 650 levels, making its operation indiscernible to the vehicle occupants. The driver can set damping performance using the Drive Select controller. When Eco, Normal or Sport S mode is selected, or when Custom mode is selected with the chassis setting in Normal, the damping force remains unchanged to maintain an optimal balance of ride comfort, steering response and a flat ride. By selecting Sport S+, or Custom mode with the chassis setting in

Sport, the damping force control mode switches to firmer damper settings to provide the most dynamic driving feel. In addition, using Pre-Collision System Co-operative Control, AVS can instantly increase damping force to limit vehicle pitch and roll when the driving support computer judges that there is a possibility of rapid driver input to avoid a collision. Innovation and technology have very much been at the forefront of Lexus’ ethos from the beginning and with the new UX, it’s clear to see things aren’t about to change. A whole host of safety and driver assist features are present as standard with some added extras available depending on your trim choice. The second generation Lexus Safety System+ is fitted as standard on all UX models, a suite of active safety technologies that support the driver and reduce the risk and severity of a range of potential accidents. It includes all-speed adaptive cruise control, pre-collision system with pedestrian detection, lane keep assist with lane departure alert and steering assist, lane trace assist, road sign assist, and intelligent high-beam headlamps/automatic high beam system. lexus.co.uk

LEXUS UX F SPORT Features such as the adaptive high beam system with adaptive headlights are available on all models equipped with the triple LED headlights as well as a Rear Cross Traffic Alert optional extra - both a standard feature on the Takumi grade - providing you with the safest option setup available. Technology is at the heart of the UX 250h and like all Lexus hybrids, it offers better fuel efficiency and lower emissions than other petrol or diesel vehicles in its class. It also requires no plugging in for recharging and has no issues where driving range is concerned. In real world city driving it can use electric power for a significant proportion of every journey - up to 55 per cent, depending on the driving conditions. When cruising or accelerating gently, the front electric motor - and rear motor on all-wheel drive models - can propel the car with electricity supplied by the hybrid battery. In this situation,

the vehicle runs almost silently, uses no petrol and produces zero emissions. At higher speeds the ultra-smooth Atkinson cycle petrol engine cuts in quietly, while still receiving assistance from the electric motor(s) when required. Through the near-perfect distribution of power from these two sources, the UX 250h delivers driving pleasure with low fuel consumption and emissions. Under full acceleration, power from the electric motor(s) instantaneously supplements the performance of the 2.0-litre petrol engine. Together they deliver a potent surge of torque, providing linear acceleration precisely when itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needed. Under braking, or when the driver takes their foot off the accelerator, regenerative braking harnesses kinetic energy to produce electricity. This, together with electric power produced during normal driving conditions, is stored in the hybrid battery.

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Questions around batteries and their reliability are always top of the list, thankfully, Lexus hybrid batteries have a proven reliability record, established through more than 35 billion miles of driving worldwide, and are designed to last the lifetime of the car. Rigorously engineered for performance and durability, they are covered by a five-year/60,000-mile warranty. UK customers taking advantage of a Hybrid Health Check at their Lexus centre can also benefit from an additional year’s warranty, up to 15 years. All of this makes for a strong competitor for those not only looking for a luxury car, but a hybrid compact SUV. Style and a lot of substance combine in head-turning fashion.

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CHELSEA CARS

Aston Martin V8 Dropping the 'DBS' mark following David Brown's departure from the company, the Aston Martin V8 began production in 1972 referred to as the Series 2 V8. This example comes from the later Series 3 production cycle which is distinguished by a taller hood scoop to accommodate four twin-choke (two-barrel) Weber carburetors. The car produced 310hp and could reach 60 mph in 6.1 seconds with an automatic transmission - as fitted. Performance suffered however with emissions regulations, falling to 288hp in 1976. The next year, a more powerful "Stage 1" engine with new camshafts and exhaust brought it back up to 305hp.

This example from 1978 - one of the last before the introduction of the Series 4 - is a right-hand drive UK car presented in light metallic blue coachwork with magnolia leather interior. Less than 1000 Series 3 cars were produced between '73 and '78. Showing 98k miles with just four former keepers, it presents very well and is a good honest example. It comes with a large service file with recent works to sills amongst other items and original manuals. It drives as a well sorted Aston V8 Coupe should.

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Bad-Ass Pick-Up Ford’s new Ranger Raptor brings with it a hint of America’s incredible F150 Raptor DNA paired with the spirit of Southern California’s Baja Rally and Ford Performance’s expert know how. Packed with parts and knowledge more often seen on aftermarket machines - that have been specifically built for some off-road weekend fun - this is not a pickup for the faint hearted. Certainly not if you’re going to use it for what it was designed for anyway. The second you lay your eyes on it, you instantly know that the Ranger Raptor means business. Exaggerated, well, everything makes for more than an aggressive looking beast, it makes for a monster truck-esk production vehicle that will rival anything else on the road for presence. Yes, those tires and suspension are a standard piece of kit on this truck, as is the 2.3mm thick steel bash plate proudly placed at the front. And if they don’t give you a good idea of what this truck is about, then the three setting 4-wheel drive system and a total of six terrain mode options should help. Including the one titled Baja. A driving mode in its own right, the inspirational destination gets a spot firmly cemented in this trucks DNA - tuning the vehicles responses for high speed offroad performance in all of the three drive train options available while disabling the Electronic Stability Control for full control. A selectable four-wheel drive system provides rearwheel drive along with both 4x4 high and 4x4 low range configurations to ensure travel through and across any terrain with the added benefit of an 850mm wading depth for any oddly large puddles you might happen across. This trucks most apparent difference however is its size. Bigger in every sense, the Ranger Raptor not only sits longer and wider than it's less endowed counterparts, but also boasts an increased height thanks to a 51mm boost in ground clearance as a result of spectacular allterrain BF Goodrich wrapped wheels supported by an incredible suspension setup. Watts link coil spring rear suspension and FOX Racing long travel shocks with position sensitive damping provide a 30% increase in travel allowing you to take on otherwise

irresponsible humps and bumps at considerable speed. Pair this with a specially reinforced heavy-duty chassis and you begin to paint a picture that is common ground in the extreme world of off-road rallying, not something you would associate with a production vehicle. A three degree increase in both approach and departure angles simply adds a final touch of versatility. You won't find many, if any, other vehicles that you can simply walk into a dealership and buy that will be able to deliver this level of off-road experience. Everything on this Ranger has been adapted or out-rightly changed with a focus on delivering a car with not just off-road ability, but the ability to drive off-road at speed, and that is the key. You can of course find yourself any number of off-road 4x4 vehicles that are more than competent at combating most situations you throw at them, however, you attempt to do any of those things with any sort of speed and you will quickly find yourself requiring the help of someone else to get your car to the garage. With the Ranger Raptor, you make a conscious decision to choose a utility vehicle that sacrifices its commercial vehicle status as a result of a reduction to its payload capabilities thanks to that impressive suspension - meaning no tax breaks - and do so on the understanding that this is a £50,000 truck. That is probably the biggest influencing factor over whether or not to buy one, because once you get behind the wheel and really get to grips with what it is capable of, money will be the only decider.

FORD RANGER RAPTOR Engine 2.0-litre EcoBlue Bi-Turbo Diesel Power (PS) 213 Torque (Nm) 500 0-62mph (secs) 10.5 Max Speed (mph) 106 Transmission 10-speed Automatic Fuel Consumption (mpg) 31.7 Carbon Dioxide Emissions (g/km) 233 Price (from) £50,290

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Spirit Quay,Wapping West Wapping Towerside, E1W E1W

Wapping Wapping Burr Close,High WestStreet, Wapping E1W E1W

ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this modern built 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this modern built 3rd floor studio apartment within freehold house located in The this apartment popular West Wapping property this riverside development. benefits from location. open planThe lounge and comprises of open lounge kitchen diner leading to a private bedroom area, fittedplan kitchen and and 3 piece bathroom suite. Laminate wood South floors. Facing garden, 3 large bedrooms, 2 with en-suites and a family bathroom. Views Video entry-phone system. Parking space. Close to Wapping station and local bus over routes.ornamental canal. Garden with access to garage with loft storage area. £365,000 Ideally located in close proximity to St Katharine’s Dock and Tower Hill Stations.

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Capital Wharf, West Wapping Newlands Quay, Wapping E1WE1W

ea2 are pleased to offer for sale this 1st floor 2 bedroom modern built apartment Immaculate 1 bedroom plus study/guest room apartment within this popular within this popular West Wapping development. The apartment benefits from centrally located and gated development. Upgraded and maintained an lounge, fully fitted kitchen, en-suite shower room to master bedroom and to family excellent the current owners, it benefits an Video-entry open plan lounge bathroom.standard Floor to by ceiling windows. Laminate woodfrom floors. phone with a fully fitted and integrated kitchen.caretaker. 3 Piece bathroom with rollDock, top system. Allocated parking space. On-site Close to Stsuite Katharine’s bath. Secure allocated and Hill covered parking space. Day time porterage. Facing Wapping station and Tower stations. Share of Freehold. quietly into a communal courtyard. This apartment is one of a handful within Wapping

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£1,050,000

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Torrington Place, West Wapping E1W The Highway, Wapping E1W

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ea2 are pleased to offer for rent this modern built 2 bedroom ground and first ea2 are pleased to offer for rent this modern built 2nd floor 1 bedroom floor duplex apartment. The apartment benefits from lounge, fitted kitchen, 3 piece apartment. The Apartment has recently undergone a complete refurbishment bathroom suite. Double glazing. Laminate wood floors. Views over ornamental throughout and parking boasts aspace. brandClose new fitted kitchen and bathroom. Wood floors. canal. Allocated to St Katharine’s Dock and Tower Hill stations. Balcony with far reaching views of the River Thames and Canary Wharf. Secure parking space. 24 Hour security/Conceirge. Close to Wapping station, local bus routes and local amenities.

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Helms Way, W ME5 8RN www.reedsrains.co.uk Price £335,00

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Barrowfields, Lordswood, Kent Look no further than this lovely four bedroom detached house with two reception rooms set in an exclusive cul-de-sac, backing onto fields. Beautifully presented and needs to viewed to appreciate the size the whole plot has to offer. Comprising entrance door leading to inner hallway, cloakroom, large lounge, dining room, large fitted kitchen/breakfast room with cottage style beams. The impressive enclosed garden has a large patio seating area and steps to lawn. Established shrubs and bushes backing onto fields. To the first

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floor there are three double bedrooms with en-suite to the master bedroom, plus a further large single bedroom. A beautiful fitted bathroom. To the front of this property there is extensive block paved parking leading to a double sized garage with electric door opening to one of the garage doors. This property will be sold very quickly as the availability to live in this area is rare. Call today to arrange an internal viewing, you will not be disappointed!

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Snodhurst Avenue, Walderslade, Kent There is a saying that you should never judge a book by its cover. This definitely applies to this very spacious five/six bedroom, two bathroom detached family house. There is a lot of internal character to this excellent family home, which sets it apart from many other properties. This is one reason why you should make an appointment to view so you can appreciate what this home fully offers. From the front aspect, you will notice the garage and off-road parking for several cars. Directly opposite are excellent views towards Horstead. To the rear of the property is a well designed garden that is easy to manage and also features a covered seating area for al fresco meals and entertaining. Once you have entered the property you will appreciate the entrance hall, staircase and doors leading into the main reception room which also has a very good size dining area which is ideal for entertaining and family get togethers. Also on the ground floor is a cloakroom WC and kitchen with doors leading to

£550,000

a utility room and large conservatory overlooking the rear garden. This is a superb room which again is ideal for entertaining or even just spending some quiet time. On the first floor are four bedrooms, the master bedroom includes fitted wardrobes. The fourth bedroom is currently being used as an office and in this day and age of working from home is a good option to have. There is also a family bathroom located on the first floor. On the top floor are two further bedrooms and a shower room. The property has gas central heating and double glazed windows. The area is well served for schools of all grades including Grammar schools both in Chatham and Rochester. There is also a high speed train service to Stratford and St Pancras International railway stations. Bluewater shopping center and Maidstone are approximately a twenty minute drive away. The M2 and connecting M20 is around a seven minute drive which has connections to London, Dover and the Kent Coast.

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November 2020

Can the US election really affect the E14 property market?

Before you say anything, I know it sounds like a stretch to say that the E14 housing market has anything to do with the US Presidential race. However, in the West, nations and their economies are now more interconnected than ever. When political tectonic plates move in the States, shockwaves reach far and wide. Local property markets in the UK are no exception. It’s worth noting at this point that we’re writing this exactly two weeks before the election, so we don’t know the result yet. At this point Jo Biden is ahead in the polls, but no one is taking anything for granted given that Hillary Clinton was in a very similar position at this point in 2016. There’s still the chance that everything could change in late October, in the same way as it did last election.

So what has any of this got to do with E14? The answer is that any election result in the US has the potential to impact on the UK economy, and the state of our economy, in turn, affects the shape and energy of the property market. The UK is currently locking horns with the EU over future trading relations. The attitude of both parties to trade with the US will provide the underlying logic of how they deal with each other. The EU is the UK's biggest trading partner and a good deal will boost the health of our economy. Whatever lies ahead, it’s a fantastic time to buy or sell your home, as long as you work with a local market expert. The E14 market is absolutely awash with opportunities so please give us a call. Spencer Fortag

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Since 2009, the highest quarterly price growth in E14 was during Donald Trump's presidency (a rise of 17% in Q4 2019) Get a free and instant online valuation www.docklandspropertyblog.com

NOVEMBER 2020

Monthly Market Update - Docklands E14

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Socio-demographics The socio-economic profile is a telling measure of the constitution of people in a local market. We have to be careful when talking about the economic profile of local residents because no statistical measure will really illustrate the character of an area. However, we've used the governments 'NS-Sec' classification data on our area, which defines local residents in those terms.

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