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RAYS & RELAXATION IN EXOTIC ANTIGUA

WOMEN ON THE VERGE HITS THE WEST END

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52 08 ABSOLUTELY LOVES Absolutely’s top picks this month

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ART & CULTURE

TALKING TOPICS

Diary dates for March

NO SUBSTITUTE

Catherine Hales talks exclusively to The Who frontman, Roger Daltrey, about why this isn’t the end of an era

FASHION

24 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL Charlotte Adsett has stars in her eyes this month with glitter shoes, fringed kimonos and stylish trench coats

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49 FULLY LOADED

62 TRUE LUXE

Massages, new season scents and the best make-up brushes to leave you with a gleaming complexion and smelling divine

40 FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL

Get the lowdown on the latest fitness fix with Bangs Carey-Cambell from BOOM cycle, plus Stella McCartney's new collection for Adidas

FOOD & DRINK Healthy chocolate, perfume-inspired cocktails and hot cross buns are all on the menu Elizabeth Hutton samples the fare at Wimbledon’s Hot Pink

TRAVEL

52 HOME FROM HOME Gemma Isteed discovers all the delights Antigua has to offer

INTERIORS

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58 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Jessica Klinglefuss rounds up March’s most exciting interiors stories

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Designer Stephen Clasper instructs Eve Herbert on how to achieve the ultimate luxury look in your home

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134 LUXURY LETTINGS

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EDITOR’S letter

can’t believe I’m writing my Editor’s letter for the March issue already. Excuse the cliché, but doesn’t time fly? The latter half of 2014 whooshed by, Christmas was nothing more than a boozy, bloated blur, and January well, did we just put two fingers up and decide to skip it?

Granted, I am writing this in February, but as it’s probably my least favourite month of the year, I think I might just bypass talking about it altogether.

Let’s talk about March instead. The gateway to summer and the official sponsor of spring, March is a month when everything just gets better.

The clocks goes forward, evenings get longer, the weather gets warmer, people begin to look healthier after months of suffering from a vitamin D deficiency and social lives pick up. I can’t wait to feel the first ray of lukewarm sun on my arm, head to Surrey to play my first game of tennis, and grab an impromptu after work drink and actually stand outside without shivering. Ok, I may be getting a little ahead of myself – it’s not August after all – but the promise of warmer weather is there nonetheless, and I can’t wait.

With the warming of weather, events

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and activities take to London’s plethora of parks; flick to page 12 for what’s on in London this month. We get summer ready with tips from the experts and top workout essentials on the Fitness Confidential spread, page 40. Ready to book your summer holiday? Turn to page 52 for Caribbean inspiration from Curtain Bluff, Antigua. We also take a moment with The Who front man, Roger Daltrey, to talk tunes, Townshend and what’s to come (page 16). And discover the phenomena that is Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown, which has taken to the stage with uber talented Tamsin Greig fronting the show, page 15.

Enjoy the issue and see you next month, when things begin to properly hot up.

Romy. ◆

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2 7 Ma rc h B a tte rs e a Ar ts C e ntre ilariously funny, the British Comedy Award winners and BAFTA H nominated comedy duo are back in London and ready to unleash a torrent of never-before-seen characters on their audience.

A live show that really is unmissable. ◆ Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

DAVID BRAYNE RWS

Un ti l 7 Ma rc h Fo ss Fi ne Ar t G a ll e r y his long awaited solo exhibition celebrates the delicate, personal T work of the incredibly talented painter David Brayne. Creating a glow-like effect with many layers of pigment, these are wonderfully captivating and atmospheric. ◆ 113B Northcote Road, SW11; fossfineart.com

Savage Beauty F rom 14 March Vic tor ia and Albert M u seum

Having attracted more than half a million visitors at the Met Museum in New York, this retrospective brings Alexander McQueen’s creations back home to London. Showcasing the romantic and gothic themes and concepts used throughout his remarkable career, visitors will be able to marvel at everything from his early MA graduate work made in 1992 to his final, unfinished AW10 collection.

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CLAPHAM BABY SHOW

2 1 Ma rc h C ha tha m Ha ll ntroducing pregnant women and Clapham's new parents to the world of I parenthood, this event brings together over 30 fantastic local businesses that offer all the help and support you need. Also available on the day, much-needed massages for mothers! ◆ 152 Northcote Road, SW11; facebook.com/claphampregnancyandbabyshow

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Fro m 1 0 Ma rc h T he a tre 5 0 3 ohn is a 27 year old teacher who ‘‘probably J wasn't allowed to teach at an all girls’ school’’. Mark is his 16 year old student. This play follows the two of them and explores, through an electrifying mix of music and movement, what separates the man from the boy in the digital age. ◆ 503 Battersea Park Road, SW11 theatre503.com

THE WALK HOME R a ch e l S e i ffe r t Vira g, £ 14.9 9

A powerful tale about the risk of love makes you feel for Lindsey as she grapples with Brenda. Rachel gently brings in dangerous characters and develops their sinister nature into a crescendo as the story unfolds.

MISSING

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4- 21 March Battersea Arts Centre his spring Gecko is taking over The Grand T Hall in Battersea to perform Missing; an unforgettable journey into the depths of human memory. Set in a modern metropolis this is a visually stunning physical play that looks into the depths of a person's psyche and examines how much we choose to remember and how much we choose to forget. ◆ Lavender Hill, SW11; bac.org.uk

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THE VEGETARIAN Ha n Kang

G ra nta , £ 1 2.9 9 This off kilter novel from Korea is simultaneously beautiful and sinister; an inattentive husband fails to understand his wife’s new found vegetarianism in a culture that frowns upon such things Ω sending their family into disarray.

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DAWIT ABEBE

Fro m 26 Ma rc h K r i s ti n H j ell e g j e rde aving graduated from the Addis Ababa H University School of Fine Art and Design in Ethiopia, Dawit Abebe has been a full-time artist in residence at the Habesha Art School in his home country. Contrasting bold colours with the rich tones of soil and dirt, Abebe's work is fascinating to analyse. ◆ 533 Old York Road, SW18; kristinhjellegjerde.com

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ARSENIC FOR TEA: A Well s & Won g Mys ter y

R ob i n S t e v e n s C o rgi B o o ks , £6.9 9 The second instalment in this delightful murder mystery series for children is just as much fun as the first. Set in the 1930’s these are written with a quirky modern slant. Tremendous fun for wily girl detectives.

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ARTS & CULTURE / REVIEW than is strictly professional. The story occurs over the course of a single day during which each woman is forced to deal with problems that push them to the very brink of sanity, from being abandoned by their boyfriends to finding grenades under their bed. The play is dotted with musical numbers, some of which are inspired and others that seem to hamper the action. Candela’s ‘Model Behaviour’ for instance, perfectly captures and sends up that friend we all have who calls twenty times in a night leaving messages: ‘What was the name of that cheese that I like?’ and Haydn Gwynne’s brilliantly dramatic and ominous performance in ‘On the Verge’ has the audience in fits but some of the more sentimental tunes such as ‘Lovesick’ and ‘Island’ drag a little.

Tamsin Greig’s excellent performance as the scorned Pepa provides the heart of the show and is almost universally hilarious.

THEATRE REVIEW

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Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown boasts a stellar cast, a compelling soundtrack and plenty of laughs

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Wr i tt e n b y j e f f r e y l a n e Directed by Bartlett Sher

f you’ve ever watched a film by Pedro Almodóvar, you’ll know that they don’t exactly scream ‘musical adaptation.’ As a result, I approached the West End version of the show with some trepidation, especially since it’s Broadway incarnation had been met with such thorny write-ups. Luckily, I was in for a pleasant surprise.

Set in 1980s Madrid, the play centres around Pepa (played by Tamsin Greig), an actress whose relationship with her regular co-star Iván has come to an abrupt and unexpected end sending her into a tailspin of sleeping pills and despair. She is joined

on the verge by Iván’s ex-wife, Lucia (Haydn Gwynne) who was driven into an institution by the loss of her husband and has emerged 20 years later seeking restitution; Pepa’s best friend, scatty model Candela (Anna Skellern), who is worried her new boyfriend may be a terrorist using her flat as a base of operations; uptight and aggressively virginal Marisa (Seline Hizli), the fiancé of Carlos, Iván and Lucia’s son, who is trying to organise her new life whilst dealing with her hostile mother-in-law and harbouring major doubts of her own; finally, Paulina (Willemijn Verkaik), Lucia’s self-possessed and forceful lawyer who seems to have more of a vested interest in the proceedings

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PEPA provides the heart OF THE SHOW Haydn Gwynne, too, is truly exceptional as the borderline psychotic Lucia, who she mainly plays for laughs, making her moments of tragedy and truth all the more poignant. Overall, this colourful and unexpected musical remains true to its source material in all the wit and female empowerment it brings to the table, bolstered by a cast of seriously talented women and a fun, feel-good soundtrack. u

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The Who frontman Roger Daltrey talks exclusively to Absolutely about music, charity and why the best is yet to come I n t e r v i e w c at h e r i n e h a l e s

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t feels both impossible and redundant to try to introduce Roger Daltrey. His career with The Who (you may have heard of them) is the stuff of legends and is now in its fiftieth year, the band having been started by Daltrey in 1964 with John Entwistle and Pete Townshend. After the original drummer quit the band, Keith Moon joined up creating the ensemble that would go on to become the best (and loudest) rock and roll band in the world.

Known for his energy onstage and his powerful vocals, not to mention his now iconic microphone spin, Daltrey and the other members of The Who skyrocketed to fame in the 1960s propelled by his charisma and extraordinary voice and by the undeniable genius of Pete Townshend’s songwriting.

Although not always a peaceful partnership, the combination of Daltrey and Townshend has sustained The Who’s success through the tragic loss of two of its members and has seen them embark on their UK tour, The Who Hits 50!, followed by their US tour of the same name next year. Their last UK date is in London at the O2 on 17th and 18th December and

when I ask why they have chosen this venue, Mr Daltrey’s answer is immediate, ‘The O2 is the best place to play in the UK as there are so few big arenas. It’s one of the only places designed for music and even though it can fit 20,000 there, the audience isn’t that far from the stage.’ It’s an odd sensation speaking to Roger Daltrey on the phone. On the one hand, I am aware to the point of distraction that I am talking to one of the greatest rock singers of all time but on the other, he comes across as so down to earth and lacking in airs and graces that I feel put at my ease. ‘The only other places than the parks are Wembley which is horrible and the Royal Albert Hall,’ Roger (Roger!) continues, ‘but to play to the same amount of people in two nights at the O2 would take two weeks there.’

Born in Hammersmith and raised in Acton, Daltrey’s voice retains its west London roots and no nonsense tone whilst simultaneously drawing you in, making you want to know him. Even over the phone, his magnetism and sincerity is undeniable. ‘Its written in the songs and you can’t fake the music,’ he says when I ask him how he maintains the energy on stage that has become his trademark. ‘As

I GET on stage, I’m 20 years old. I NEVER GOT PAST 20 years old TO BE HONEST

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ARTS & CULTURE / PROFILE I ALWAYS knew it would last... I KNEW IN MY BONES that we would KEEP GOING soon as we start doing that we’ll be done, we’ll stop forever.’ He continues, ‘When I get on stage I’m 20 years old. I never got past 20 years old to be honest [laughs].

The mirror lies!’ When I attempt to probe into the reasons behind the unprecedented success and longevity of The Who, Daltrey is quick to assign the credit. ‘We’ve been very lucky but its also down to Pete. The style Pete writes in is classically based even though its rock and roll and it hasn’t really aged. The words are thoughtful and insightful, they speak to everyone no matter what age and Pete had the courage, the balls, to express the things that other people weren’t saying but what everyone was feeling.’ He adds, without a hint of false modesty or self-consciousness, ‘It’s what music should be.’ I make the mistake of suggesting that perhaps his audience has aged with him, a notion that he is quick to rebut. ‘It’s this lazy journalistic thing of writing and talking about how old everyone has got, “Oh, wrinkles!” It doesn’t matter! In 1964, playing at the Marquee Club we were playing with people like Muddy Waters and Smokey Robinson, all in their 50s and the very best at what they did. Rock and roll’s the same, with the best people age doesn’t matter.’

In truth, age does not seem to have slowed Roger Daltrey down one bit. As well as extensive touring and producing new material with Townshend, The Who

frontman is also deeply involved with the Teenage Cancer Trust, a charity he founded 25 years ago. ‘When I started the charity I never dreamed it would get to this point. We started it because that age group are always forgotten. They worked out that children need teddies and toys, adults prefer a lounger and TV but this whole group ended up so isolated.’ As he gets into his stride, the passion in his voice is evident. ‘Being told you have this disease, especially in your teens, is psychologically devastating and we worked out that the best thing for a young person diagnosed with cancer is to introduce them to other people in the same situation. Fifteen years ago we had four units, now we have 28.’ The charity has also become known for its fantastic concerts held annually at the Royal Albert Hall and which have attracted the very best of the entertainment industry.

This year’s lineup included Ed Sheeran, Suede and The Cure. ‘The TCT is 25 years old. Its the 15th anniversary of the live shows at the Royal Albert Hall and 50 years of the Who. That’s an achievement.’

I have to agree.

At the mention of the band’s anniversary, I ask Roger whether or not he has plans for after the tour. ‘We’re making another

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record at the moment – for some reason we feel revitalised!’ he says, laughing. Did he ever imagine at the beginning The Who would still be going fifty years on? His answer surprises me. ‘I always knew it would last. Even though sometimes it felt like it would end in a week, I knew in my bones that we would keep going.’ Again, there is no lack of deference to his partner in music when he speaks of the band’s continuing success. ‘I always say this: Pete has the intellect to write the best music he’s ever done. He’s like those genius composers who only got better.’ Then, with an impish note in his voice he confides, ‘We’re not going away, much to some people’s annoyance. We’ll still be up there, making that racket we’ve become famous for.’

Well after our phone call is over, a particular phrase from the interview rings in my mind: ‘That’s the spirit of music - no one’s going through the motions.’ As I think about it, I realise that’s what has made them great and is what people watching The Who see today; age doesn’t matter in music when passion, focus and brilliance endure. And that, of course, is just so rock and roll.  Peninsula Square, SE10; theo2.com

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ART ATTACK Get your cultural fix at one of Southwest London’s best art galleries

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WEBBS FINE ART Webbs Fine Art have been established for over 15 years and represent an average of 65 artists on rotation giving them a stock amount of around 700 original pieces of art. Their next exhibit is with Paul Lewis and is called ‘Vantage Points London and Cornwall’ who is considered one of Britain's greatest en plein artists.

1 Burland Road, SW11, 020 7223 1733; webbsfineartgallery.co.uk

In the Wandsworth Riverside Quarter, Maestro Arts Gallery, with a rolling programme of exhibitions provides the ideal space for innovative visual artists to display their work. We are the global representatives for supremely talented sculptors, who design opera sets, and painters, who create exquisite visual concepts for the world’s ballets. One Eastfields Avenue, SW18, 02036372789; maestroarts.com

WILL’S ART WAREHOUSE Flying Robert © Alexander Polzin

Founded by Will Ramsay in 1996, Will's Art Warehouse strives to make art more affordable, fun, friendly and accessible.

All visitors are welcome to browse and explore the vast collection at their own pace and discover our diverse collection, much of which is available to purchase and take home. 180 Lower Richmond Road, SW15; 020 8246 4840; wills-art.com

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OIL & WATER This exciting new gallery, a stone’s throw from Wandsworth Town station, pride themselves on promoting recognised contemporary artists as well as supporting the local art scene. Offering good quality original art across a wide price range, the gallery stages a new exhibition every month with various styles and themes – such as ‘Allez La France’ in March. 340 Old York Road, SW18, 020 8704 4327; oilandwater.co.uk

The Lover's Escape from New Orleans ' oil on canvas 26" x 40" . 2014

Present an exciting season for your GALLERY DIARY, Spring Exhibition 8-22 March, internationally renowned Andrew Hewkin MA opens on 26 April, Scottish painter John C Brown from 17-31 May. Aboriginal Art 7-21 June. Autumn shows include Sam Lock, Jack Morrocco, Michel Maly and Norman Smith. 41 Church Road, Wimbledon Village, SW19 5DQ www.wimbledonfineart.com

THE LAST SUPPER The Last Supper is the realisation of architect and artist Andrew Wenrick.

Andrew has been a practitioner of craft and minimalism in architecture. This aesthetic influences his work as an artist and curator. Exhibitions will be devoted to works by Andrew as well as guest artists who will be hand selected to complement the ethos of the gallery. 42 Webbs Road, SW11, 020 7223 8900; the-lastsupper.com

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Wimbledon Art Studios is the largest artistic hub in Southwest London, renting studios out to artists of all different disciplines. Twice a year they open their doors for a large scale open studios event where visitors can view the talent produced within its walls. The first show this year is from 14-17th May. 10 Riverside Yard, Riverside Road, SW17; 020 8947 1183; wimbledonartstudios.co.uk

Kristin Hjellegjerde is a contemporary art gallery in Wandsworth Town. Showcasing both emerging and established international artists, showcasing cutting-edge works in a diverse year-round exhibition programme that caters to local and international clients.

They were named the Independent Gallery of the Year 2014 by the Londonist. 533 Old York Road, SW18, 020 8875 0110; kristinhjellegjerde.com

INGO FINCKE Ingo Fincke Gallery have been specialising in contemporary painting and sculpture for over 20 years. The sister and brother team, Kira and Ben, genuinely love the art they represent and their enthusiasm is evident in the collection they hold. The Own Art scheme available at the gallery offers clients an interest free loan of up to £2,000 to go towards their purchase. 24 Battersea Rise, London SW11, 020 7228 7966; ingofincke.com

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sking a more youthful version of myself: ‘Do you own a pair of A sensible shoes?’, you’d have gotten: ‘Pah!’ or a ‘Hahaha! I don’t do sensible shoes’, or something similarly nauseating. And I didn’t. I wore Converse or heels. A trip to Clarks didn’t appeal (too school-y), Russell and Bromley wasn’t cool for flats then, I hated trainers, I couldn’t afford Ferragamo and I never got into shop-lifting, so I didn’t own a pair. Luckily, the jobs I had between 18 and 25 – as a fashion stylist, a journalist, and also at a nightclub – didn’t require them, but at that stage, shoes and clothing were to look fab, not to feel comfortable. My aunt Beatrix reminded me the other day of a pair of particularly wooden-looking, gold, curly-toed

I COULDN’T afford Ferragamo AND I NEVER got into shoplifting, SO I DIDN’T OWN A PAIR. Indian men’s sandals I was wearing once. She had asked if they were comfortable, and apparently I had replied: ‘No, it’s like wearing devils’ tampons, but aren’t they beautiful?!’ I can’t recall saying this but don’t doubt rhetoric like that sticks in the memory, so I’m happy to concede. These days I shy away from devils’ tampons. Having worn so many in my youth, I now have an irreparably damaged back. That said, nothing in fashion excites me more than having my mind changed. Clever British designers such as Nicholas Kirkwood and Church’s have honed androgyny in women’s shoes to such elegant perfection that I can’t decide whether to treat myself to a pair of Kirkwood’s metallic azure leather loafers [ £295, pictured above] or Church’s studded Brogues. No one said life was easy…  ● V I O L E T N AY L O R - L E Y L A N D Stylist and owner of fancy dress boutique Violet’s Box;

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Comeback Kid Jaeger

Three years after facing bankruptcy, Jaeger is back with a bang. The new focus is on timeless classics with designer fabric quality and iconic Jaeger silhouettes. Oh, and did we mention that ‘90s Supermodel Kirsty Hume has made a long awaited return to modelling as the face of the spring/summer 2015 collection. jaeger.co.uk

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FASHION / NOTES

6

NAIL ART H&H Nails

of the best

Looking for the ultimate in nail art?

Make-up artist Holly Silius and jeweller Hannah Warner have created a collection of 3D precious metal nails and ornamental finger rings that fuse sculpture and fine jewellery. A-list endorsement has come in the form of Madonna, Rihanna and Beyonce.

Finger ring £460 holly-hannah.com

TRENCH COATS Embrace spring showers with a chic belted trench

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02

FRINGE BENEFITS Tim Ryan

Make a statement this season in one of Tim Ryan’s bohemian fringed jackets which tick all the Haute Hippy trend boxes. Loomed by hand in the UK, these jackets sell out fast, so buy one whilst you can.

Lurex jacket £1,495 avenue32.com

STICKER SHOP

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Anya Hindmarch

Join the fashion pack and customise your handbag or smartphone with Anya’s permanently adhesive leather stickers. Choose from a range of alphabet letters and cartoonish emoji symbols.

From £45 per leather sticker anyahindmarch.com

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ROCK STAR Tommy Hilf iger

Stars were a major trend on the SS15 catwalks and are an easy wardrobe update. These Ziggy Stardust inspired star-spangled ankle boots are the boots to be seen in this spring. £450 tommy.com

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01. GUCCI, Wool trench coat, £2, 060; net-a-porter.com 02. BURBERRY PRORSUM, Suede + PVC trenchcoat, £2,395; burberry.com 03. J.W. ANDERSON, Cotton trenchcoat, £995; brownsfashion.com 04. RICHARD NICOLL, Crepe trench coat, £840; net-a-porter.com 05. MOSCHINO, PVC trench coat, £720; harveynichols.com 06. BURBERRY LONDON, Cotton trench coat, £1,595; mytheresa.com

MARCH 2015

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COME AND MEET MALCOLM AND KAREN TWIST WITH THEIR TEAM Free consultation and blow dry for all new customers

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FASHION / TRENDS ETRE CECILE

Stretch-knit jumper, £280; matches.com

key

PIECE

TANYA TAYLOR ALTUZARRA SS15

Silk top, £320; avenue32.com

DOLCE & GABBANA Silk sweater, £575; matchesfashion.com

EMILIO PUCCI

Silk trousers, £810; net-a-porter.com

ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE Jay Stretch cropped trousers, £190; harveynichols.com

BURBERRY

Silk skirt, £500; mytheresa.com

MARC JACOBS

Ilama + wool jacket, £1,800; net-a-porter.com

SUPER STRIPES

This season’s nautical stripes are an easy and chic update for your spring wardrobe By charlot te adset t

PROENZA SCHOULER

BIONDA CASTANA Court shoes, £435; biondacastana.com

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Stretch top, £138; liberty.co.uk

Leather handbag, £1,395; brownsfashion.com

BALMAIN

Stretch-knit dress, £1,198; mytheresa.com

ALEXANDER WANG

MARCH 2015

06/02/2015 16:07

Wool coat £1,190 Osman at Harvey Nichols Cashmere sweater £455 Gucci at net-a-porter.com Necklace £1,250 Annina Vogel Shoes £435 Bionda Castana

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BLUE From teal to aqua and all shades in between, blue is the colour of the new season Fashion Editor charlot te adset t Photography louise samuelsen

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Mesh sequin top, £595 Mary Katrantzou at Browns Mini skirt £295 McQ at Harvey Nichols Earrings £350 Sarah Noor

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Woven hat; £760 Laura Apsit Livens Stretch top £570 Stella McCartney at Browns Cotton blazer £1,075 Stella McCartney at net-a-porter.com Leopard print flares £199 Felder Felder Peeptoe shoes £650 Jimmy Choo

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Satin dress £480 Carven at net-a-porter.com Diamond necklace £850 Annina Vogel Suede court shoes £375 Jimmy Choo

Contributing Fashion editor: Charlotte Adsett Photographer: Louise Samuelson Model: Martine at Nevs Fashion assistant: Hannah Sargent Make-up: Andriani Vasilou at Stella Creative Artists using Benefit Cosmetics and Nails Inc Hair: Fabio Nogueira at Frank Agency using Aveda Thanks to Bexley Heritage Trust for the use of Danson House in Bexleyheath which is available for hire www.bexleyheritagetrust.org.uk 01322 526574 STOCKISTS anninavogel.co.uk biondacastana.com boticca.com brownsfashion.com cadenzza.co.uk charlottesimone.com dukestreetemporium.com felderfelder.com gianmarcolorenzilondon.com harveynichols.com jimmychoo.com lauraapsitlivens.co.uk net-a-porter.com selfportrait.com sarahnoor.com sonalbhaskaran.com theshopatbluebird.com

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A NEW WORLD OF SOUND AND VISION

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> BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL p. 36 A SLICK OF OIL: BEST OILS FOR SKIN

p. 39

FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL

p. 40

ICE NAILS Funky nail varnish brand CiatĂŠ have launched their SS15 campaign, The Ice Cream collection, which showcases pretty pastels in every shade imaginable. ciatelondon.com

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06/02/2015 09:32

S PA R e v i e w

SPA-LONDON Wimbledon Wo r d s E l i z a b e t h h u t t o n

on’t be fooled by the spa LONDON in Wimbledon, it D may be located inside the local leisure centre, but it’s as luxurious and tranquil as any other local or central London spa.

The large thermal spa holds different hot and cold areas to while away the hours and includes a steam room, sauna, ice bucket shower and Jacuzzi. The peace of this area means you could happily spend an entire day just enjoying these facilities.

Celebrating its 1st anniversary this year, the spa’s latest range of own products and treatments are designed to give clients the gold star treatment. If you go, do opt for a massage. I chose to give the 90-minute Spa LONDON Gold Signature treatment, which included an all-over body scrub, foot washing ritual and a quick refreshing shower, and this is before the massage even begins. Then comes a deep tissue massage, which incorporates traditional hot Thai herb compresses and lymphatic drainage movements on my entire body to gently release inner heat and generate a harmonious flow of energy. With a final slick of Gold dry body oil and a stress relieving massage, you'll walk away with fully relaxed muscles and properly renewed skin. u

This seasons best scents, massage heaven and make up brushes to invest in W o r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

Rule Britannia Burberry

● S PA - L O N D O N . O R G Wimbledon Leisure Centre, Latimer Road, SW19; 020 8540 9419; spa-london.org

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It-Girl du jour, Suki Waterhouse is heading up British heritage brand Burberry’s newest fragrance campaign, Brit Rhythm, which is enough to have us well and truly sold. burberry.com

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9

editor’s

PICK

of the best

GET THE GLOSS Bobbi Brown

MAKE UP BRUSHES

Lipgloss is making a comeback this spring and Bobbi Brown have nailed the subtle wet look with this pale trio taken from their new spring Illuminating Nudes collection. bobbibrown.co.uk

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TAKE A CHANCE Chanel

Every woman knows Chance by Chanel, their playful fragrance for adults, which now comes in three limited edition bottles, each a different size to ensure you always smell fresh. selfridges.com

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GET LIPPY Lancôme

To coincide with the BAFTAs in February, French beauty brand Lancôme launched two limited edition lipsticks embossed with Swarovski crystals and draped in a gold crystal wrap. £29; selfridges.com

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for

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HIM TRUE BLUE Acqua di Parma

Treat the man in your life, whether it's your brother, father or partner, to Acqua di Parma’s new Italian Resort Collection, Blu Mediterraneo. It smells otherwordly. acquadiparma.com

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1. HAKUHODO, PRO 3-0 PH Eyeliner Brush, £11; hakuhodousa.com 2. REAL TECHNIQUES, Bold Metals Flat Contour Brush, £22, boots.co.uk 3. CHARLOTTE TILBURY, Eye Smudger Brush, £25; charlottetilbury.com 4. DIOR, Backstage Powder Brush No 14 £43; johnlewis.com 5. MAC, Oval 6 Brush £34.50, maccosmetics.co.uk 6. BOBBI BROWN, Bronzer brush,£38, bobbibrown.co.uk 7. TOM FORD, Eye Color Blend Brush, £43; tomford.com 8. CRÈME DE LA MER, Foundation brush £35; cremedelamer.co.uk 9. DIOR, Backstage Lip Brush 31 £20; johnlewis.com

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06/02/2015 09:30

ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION ANDY MURRAY uses it to TONE UP FOR INTERNATIONAL TENNIS, while WIMBLEDON locals use it to SUSTAIN BUSY LIFESTYLES and manage STRESS

This Year’s

HOT HABIT

Things got too much, so Raj tried hot yoga. Andy Murray uses it to tone up for international tennis; numerous Ironman competitors use it to stave off injury; and hundreds of Wimbledon locals use it to sustain busy lifestyles and manage stress.

Raj opened the yoga studio on Elm Grove in 2010 and it changed his life, which means the 30 day challenge can help change yours too.

As a teacher and front of house, Raj has created the community he has always dreamed of: a calm oasis for local residents and workers to come and get fit, relieve the pressures of day to day life and improve their quality of life, all in a stylish hot yoga studio.

In 2015 the studio launched a whole range of innovative classes: one hour sessions, candlelit lessons or classic hot yoga done to music. There's something for everyone, so take on 30 days and you could really change your life. u

Forget the New Year Detox and Dry January, quick fixes are over so try something to keep you in shape for good

F

itness and diet fads are hard to stick to. Apparently this is because it takes 28 days to develop a habit, which explains why most of us give up before the month is out.

The 30 day challenge isn’t a fad or a gimmick, it’s been thoughtfully measured to ensure that, if stuck to, you make a significant change.

Here at Bikram Yoga Wimbledon, we are promoting our own 30 day challenge to help you get fit, toned and stronger, all while reducing your stress levels.

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Now a regular yogi and founder of Bikram Yoga Wimbledon, Raj Sharma, was once a burnt out maître d’ at a busy central London restaurant. His job was socially and physically draining and the hours were long, but Raj had to stay calm, collected and friendly despite feeling stressed, tired and pressured.

Describing his time working in the West End as ‘punishing, busy and hectic, with always another problem to solve whilst trying to smile,’ Raj's worklife sounds all too familiar to most 21st century Londoners.

Call us for a chat, drop in to meet the team or show up 15 minutes before a class and sign up 7 Elm Grove, SW19, 02089449771; bikramyogawimbledon.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS SHIFF

Soothing Body Oil, £50, uk.spacenk.com

SUPER FACIALIST BY UNA BRENNAN

Cleansing Oil, £10.99, boots.com

PUR

ELEMIS

Melt Away Makeup Emulsifier, £15, marksandspencer.com

De-Stress Massage Oil, £33, timetospa.co.uk

RMK

Cleansing Oil, £29, selfridges.com

RMS

Beauty Oil, £60, cultbeauty.co.uk

SUQQU

Reset Cleansing Oil, £33, harrods.com

DECLEOR

Aromessence White Brightening Serum, £49.50, decleor.co.uk

A SLICK OF OIL Arabella Preston discovers the best oils for hydrating skin

JO MALONE

Velvet Rose & Oud Dry Body Oil, £48, jomalone.co.uk

OSKIA

Restoration Oil, £60, oskiaskincare.com

FRESH

Seaberry Face Oil, £28.60, amazon.co.uk

DIPTYQUE

Precious Oils, £42, diptyqueparis.co.uk

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06/02/2015 09:34

Fitness

CONFIDENTIAL Get in shape with the top fitness trends, tips and gear Wo r d s R o m y va n d e n B r o e k e

Q&A

A DAY IN THE LIFE of a BOOM cycle instructor

Talk me through your typical day I’ve always been an early riser. I’ll get up around 5:30AM and will either go for a run or take some quiet meditation time. After I shower, I have breakfast, which is the same everyday (oatmeal with blueberries and a cup of Earl Grey), then I’ll walk my dog. Once I’m back at the house, my work day formally begins. I run two websites, write for some others, do some social media for other brands, some consultancy and am generally working towards total global domination on any given day, so my ideal afternoons are the ones where I get to just write. ◆ Do you teach BOOM Cycle every day?

I teach five days a week. It doesn’t take much for me to get pumped for class ‘cause I genuinely love it. I’m a very energetic person so by the time my class rolls around, I’m happy for the chance to burn off some of that energy and it’s just a nice change of pace from all the sitting at a computer that I do.

How do you feel after a class?

Absolutely PUMPED! There is nothing better than an endorphin high. I love seeing people sweaty and smiling. ◆

Adidas by Stella McCartney www.adidas.co.uk

B y B a n g s C A R E Y- C A M B E L L

What do you do besides BOOM?

Hey Stella!

I run my websites, bangsandabun.com and spikesandheels. com. I have a podcast you can find on my website, I write and read a lot, run a lot (training for London Marathon), spend time with my dog and catch up with friends. ◆

What do you like to do in the evening?

I try to stop working on whatever it is I’m doing on that day by around 8pm and wind down. This year I’m trying to get into reading more literature so that’s taking up a lot of my evening time right now and I find it’s the perfect way to relax after a long day. ◆

Adidas by S tella Mc Cartney

She's done it again, British fashion maven Stella McCartney has teamed up with leading sportswear brand Adidas to produce another collection of effortlessly chic workout gear. We're in Love. adidas.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / NOTES

6 CONE OF NOISE

of the best

Aether Cone

SPORTS BRAS

Looking for a boom box that is both high-tech and stylish? Look no further. The ‘thinking music player’ comes in two colour ways, black and copper or white and silver, and boasts internal airplay so you can DJ from any device. aether.com

01

MAKE A MOVE Movers & Shapers

Get summer ready at local personal training hub Movers & Shapers in Balham, where proper body transformation is guaranteed. 63 Balham High Road, SW12; moversandshapers.co.uk

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NUMBER ONE

PICK 04

One Element

Leading outdoor fitness company, One Element, are offering a free introductory class to any Wimbledonite (or Londoner). Be warned, intense workouts and quick results will have you hooked. one-element.co.uk

05

best

BUY

GO NUTS Pip & Nut

Move over Skippy’s, there’s a new peanut butter in town and a it's healthy one. Made using all natural ingredients, Pip & Nut come in a range of flavours, like the mooreish coconut and almond butter combo. pipandnut.com

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06 01. EVERY SECOND COUNTS, Me Time Bra, £45; everysecondcounts.co.uk 02.

MICHI NY, Wildcat Sports Bra, £95; fashercise.com 03. LUCAS HUGH, Animania Sports Bra, £41; activeinstyle.co.uk 04. SUKI SHUFU, Miso Bra Top, £55; sukishufu. com 05. EVERY SECOND COUNTS, Results Crop Top, £62; everysecondcounts.co.uk 06. LORNA JANE, Isometric Sports Bra, £41; activeinstyle.co.uk

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PARK LIFE Local businesses in Raynes Park that will put a spring in your step this March

ARUMI

CSARCHITECTS

A RIBA Chartered Practice, who will give you straightforward advice on budgets, design and contractors.

Whether you're embarking on a new build project or planning to enhance your current space, CSarchitects are offering Absolutely readers a free initial consultation. 610 Kingston Road, SW20, 020 8540 8049 csarchitects.co.uk

Arumi Health & Beauty offer great value complementary health packages individually tailored for you. Let us create your personalised spa programme of waxing, facials and specialist massage treatments or just pop in for a pamper or a pedicure to put the spring in your step.

20% off IPL Permanent Hair Removal throughout March. 65 Approach Road, SW20, 0208 543 9911; arumi.co.uk

THE FOREST BAILIFF THE BEST OF BRITISH all in a stunning new studio space decorated in Farrow & Ball ECO paints & wallpapers. Browse fabric books listening to Robert’s Radios, try Annie Sloan’s acclaimed specialist Chalk Paint ™ techniques or join a Sewing Class with all equipment provided whilst experiencing the warmth of a Clearview wood burning stove. 020 8947 5115 36 Durham Road SW20 0TW. www.forestbailiff.co.uk

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PARK VETS

BARKERS CHEMIST

A long-established family-run practice, Park Vets has served people who really want the best for their pets for over forty years. We are a small, close-knit team, so it’s easy to see the same person each time you visit, giving a really personal, caring experience.

When you register, bring this copy to receive £10.00 off your first consultation.

2 Grand Drive, SW20, 020 8542 4524; parkvets.co.uk

Barkers the Chemist is handy for all your health needs with late-night opening until 11pm Monday-Saturday and all-day opening until 10pm on Sundays. With a free NHS Minor Ailments scheme in store, prescription and free repeat collection & delivery service, they also have an extensive range of Bioderma products that will treat your skin.

80 Coombe Lane, SW20, 02089469668; barkerschemist.co.uk

THOMAS SWAINE Thomas Swaine is the stylish destination for all your hair needs in Raynes Park.

Whether suggesting new cut or colour inspiration, a glamorous makeover with extensions or simply a wash and blowdry; our attention to detail, knowledge of latest fashion-inspired looks and competitive prices ensure our clients leave looking and feeling fabulous.

4 Coombe Lane, Sw20, 020 8947 2277; thomasswaine.co.uk

UNIVERSAL FLOORING LTD

MY FAVOURITE THINGS With bespoke collections of beautiful jewellery, colourful scarves, a lovely selection of scented candles and bath treats, you're guarenteed to find everything you need for Mother’s Day and Easter at My Favourite Things. Piled high with cards & gifts and decorations to compliment these two occasions, they offer complimentary gift wrapping as well as free parking on the shop’s forecourt. 314 Worple Road, SW20, 020 8947 0280; my-favourite-things.co.uk

We deal with all major manufacturers and offer an imaginative range of carpets and flooring at very competitive prices. As a family run company we pride ourselve on excellent customer service and aftersales care as much today as when we started 21 years ago. Call in for help with all your flooring needs. 578 Kingston Road, 020 8543 9202; universalflooringltd.co.uk

RAYNES PARK FRAMERS Raynes Park Framers offer expert advice and quality framing at a reasonable cost. Owner and artist Tim Johnson is also the inspiration behind the unique range of eye-catching postcards and posters on sale around the area, featuring iconic local landmarks, bringing the community together with a bespoke neighbourhood brand. 528 Kingston Road, SW20; 020 8543 7272; raynesparkframers.co.uk

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Cafe Rosi Est. 2012 Est. 2012

TREAT YOURSELF PASTICCERI A PANINI // COLAZIONE // ANTIPASTI // ARANCINE SICILI ANE // PIZZE // PESCE // CARNE PASTA ~ INSALATONE

GLUTEN FREE CORNER Whether you want to order from the menu or pop in and pick up supper to make at home, Cafe Rosi now has an extensive selection of gluten-free produce available.

Choose from a tasty range of ready meals, delicious varieties of pasta and tempting biscuits and breads for a gluten free diet with plenty of choice.

8 Leopold Road, Wimbledon, London SW19 7BD 020 8944 7594 www.caferosi.com

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> KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL

p. 46

RESTAURANT REVIEW: DIP ‘N’ FLIP p. 49

SPRING SOUP Helen and Lisa Tse share some scrumptious Dim Sum recipes with us on page 48, but you'll need to get the book to try making this refreshing boiled wonton soup at home.

Dim Sum: Small Bites Made Easy, £16.99; waterstones.com

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MARCH 2015

06/02/2015 10:02

R EC I P E t o t r y a t h o m e

HOT CROSS BUNS

kitchen

CONFIDENTIAL

Recipe by Roy Levy of Gail’s Artisan Bakery

Tasty happenings, new openings and hot cross buns

INGREDIENTS The Buns: • 20g fresh yeast • 1 tsp caster sugar • 400g plain flour • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon • 0.5 tsp freshly ground nutmeg • 1 tsp mixed spice • 200ml whole milk • 70g caster sugar • 1 large egg • 70g soft unsalted butter • 40g sultanas • 40g dry currants • 40g dried unsweetened cranberries • 70g mixed peel • 0.5 tsp fine sea salt

W o r d s R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E

Cross Topping: • 200g plain flour • 230g icing sugar • 2 tbsp olive oil • 3 tbsp milk Syrup: • 300g caster sugar • 200g water • 1 whole nutmeg • 1 whole star anise • 1 whole clove • 0.5 vanilla pod

01 In a large mixing bowl melt yeast with a tablespoon of whole milk and a teaspoon of caster sugar. 02 In a separate bowl, sieve the flour with the spices. 03 Add the spiced flour to the yeast. Keep adding the rest of the milk, the sugar and egg. 04 Begin to bind the mixture together using your hands, then add the butter a chunk at a time whilst kneading the dough. 05 Continue kneading until you get a smooth, shiny dough. 06 Add the salt and fruits and continue kneading. 07 Cover the bowl with a tea towel and leave at room temperature for 1.5 hours, until it doubles in size. 08 Divide into 20 pieces, roll into shape on a surface to create smooth buns. 09 Arrange on a baking tray lined with a baking paper. Cover the tray with a clean tea towel and leave to rise. 10 When the buns are ready make an eggwash by whisking 1 whole egg, 1 egg yolk and a teaspoon of milk. Brush the buns and leave to dry out for 10 minutes.

Brush again. 11 Pre heat the oven to 200°C. Making The X Topping: 01 Using a hand whisk, combine all ingredients into a smooth paste.

02 Fill a piping bag with the topping mixture, cut a small hole. 03 Pipe thin crosses on top of the buns on the tray and pop it into the oven.

The Syrup: 01 Put all the syrup ingredients in a small saucepan and over a low heat bring to a boil. Once the sugar has dissolved, increase the heat and simmer until you have a syrupy consistency. 02 Remove from the heat and fish the spices out. 03 Once the buns are ready, brush them with the hot syrup. 04 Leave to cool for 15 minutes before serving. ◆

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ALI ALLEN

METHOD Making The Buns:

Loco for Cocoa Amelia Freer

London based nutritionist and former PA to Prince Charles is all about good food, literally. Taken from her new book, Eat. Nourish.

Glow. are these hazlenut chocolate salted caramels are made using coconut milk and dates for top-notch sweet snacking. harpercollins.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES

OFF THE SAUCE James White

Keep to the no (or little) drink plan with these scrumptious nonalcoholic beverages and cordials from Suffolk-based fine pressed drinks brand, James White. jameswhite.co.uk

CHARLIE GILKES

Cocktail of the month

Quail Surprise Barts Head Barman, Vincenzo Sibilia will be making a secret Easter Elixir called ‘Quail Surprise’.

editor’s

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PICK

RECIPE

5Oml Tanqueray Malacca Gin• 15l Maraschino Cherry liquor • 20ml Milk egg yolk • 15ml sugar

IT'S A DATE Detox Kitchen

Guilt-free truffles are two words we like hearing together. Designed

by Detox Kitchen, these date, hazelnut and cacao truffles come generously rolled in chopped nuts, coconut or sesame seeds. detoxkitchen.co.uk

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METHOD

Mix all ingredients in a shaker and then strain and pour over ice and garnish with a real quail egg, salt and pepper.

Barts, Chelsea Cloisters, 87 Sloane Avenue, SW3, 0207 581 3355; inception-group.com

SCRAP BOOK Kitchen Notebook

TV chef, Rachel Khoo has put her mind and cookery skills to another cookbook called Kitchen Notebook.

Crammed full of recipes, it is inspired by the vibrant food scene in London, from the markets of East to Brixton Village. rachelkhoo.com

TAKE A TRIP out of town

Hix Townhouse LY M E R E G I S

FINE TUNED Parfums G ivenchy

Launching at Café Royal, these exlusive cocktails are part of a collaboration between Parfums Givenchy and mixologist Tiziano Tasso, as part of the new Atelier Collection of Cocktails that launched this Febraury. hotelcaferoyal.com

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three hour drive out of town, man about town and purveyor of proper British grub, Mark Hix's Townhouse in the picturesque food hub that is Lyme Regis makes the perfect weekend getaway. Enjoy walks on the beach, visits to local independent shops and excellent food, all tested by the man himself. There's a hotel on site too, which boasts A

eclectic furniture, a hunting suite and a breakfast hampers with home made goodies and the best local produce around.  1 Pound street, Lyme Regis, DT7; hixtownhouse.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / RESTAURANT REVIEW

WHILE THE BRIOCHE bun was sweet and fresh, THE FALAFEL hadn’t been DEEP FRIED SO WAS mushy and LACKED BITE

Fully Loaded From juicy burgers to sticky cookie puddings, Wimbledon’s Hot Pink does good ‘bad’ food Wo r d s E l i z a b e t h H u t t o n

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o, let me start off by explaining the fact that I always order my salad with a side of chips. Yes, I’m one of those, someone with good intentions but terrible willpower. That’s how I knew I had to try out Wimbledon’s very popular ‘healthy grill’, Hot Pink. Taking the deep fried foods of America, Hot Pink manages to give them a healthy twist using seasonal produce and high quality farm meat. At this point I should probably point out that in no way is the burger at Hot Pink healthy, but instead of American junk food where the provenance of the meat is unknown, you can be safe in the knowledge that the ingredients here are the best they can be.

The diner-style restaurant has an atmosphere to match: it's chilled out with friendly staff, reclaimed wooden walls and comfy red leather seats, which are perfect for slumping in to after you've stuffed yourself with burgers and fries.

I was informed that the house sauce was a must-try, so to start we ordered a generous portion of grilled halloumi cubes with the aforementioned spicy pink relish for dipping. The combination of salty cheese and piquant dip was spot on and completely addictive.

Next up were our mains. Feeling as angelic as I did when I arrived, I decided to go for the falafel burger rather than the regular because, as the menu proudly stated, it's under 400 calories. In all my virtue, I'll admit that

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I ordered wrong. While the brioche bun was sweet and fresh, the falafel hadn’t been deep fried so was mushy in texture and ultimately lacked bite, much to my dining companion's dismay (she ordered the juicy 3oz Hot Pink beef burger). The regular came covered with American cheese and smothered in Hot Pink’s secret sauce, and the bites I stole were meaty and delicious.

To compensate for my slightly disappointing main, I chose to fill up on tasty side dishes instead. The coleslaw was coated in wholegrain mustard and low-fat mayonnaise and was perfectly creamy and crunchy. It worked perfectly with the sage and garlic coated sweet potato fries, which were lightly roasted so that the natural sweetness was still there.

A perfect, satisfying alternative to even the most extreme of chip-cravings.

With a dessert menu that includes an award-winning brownie, our order could have been a predictable one, but instead we chose to succumb to our more gluttonous side and order the sweet and sticky toffee cookie dough pots. Topped with both vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce, this was one guilty pleasure I could not resist. It may not be a place pushing boundaries or reinventing the wheel, but by jove, Wimbledon is lucky to have such a restaurant on its doorstep. Check it out.

● Hot Pink Grill

86 The Broadway, SW19; hotpinkgrill.com

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THE PROMISED LAND Sun seekers are snapping up trips quicker than you can say “tan”, so get inspired and head a little further afield to Antigua, where the sun, sand and spas put it on the top of our Caribbean bucket list. antigua-barbuda.com

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HOME from HOME Absolutely discovers five star home comforts at Antigua’s Curtain Bluff Wo r d s G E M M A I S T E E D

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utting out majestically over the cliff edge above the crashing waves, Curtain Bluff is the Manderley of the Caribbean. Built in the 1960s by American horticulturist Howard Hulford, it nestles impressively amongst the rainforest on the southern coast of Antigua, dominating the ‘bluff’, or rocky promontory, upon which it sits. And while it operates a five-star hotel, it also doubles as a home for the Hulford family, giving it the sense of a glamorous 50s house party with timeless appeal.

Now a 72-roomed home from home, it attracts a whole range of celebrities, from Eric Clapton to Giorgio Armani, all looking for it’s trademark simple, elegant luxury rather than an uber-glossy getaway. Many of the guests here are repeat ones, with 65% returning year after year for the old world grandeur which pervades the place. As a result, the staff welcomes them back as members of the family. And Curtain Bluff really is a family – the hotel strives to engage the local community in Old Road as possible, offering jobs to generations of families, even putting some of them through college in the US. Instead of giving tips, guests are encouraged to contribute to the Old Road fund which contributes to these programmes.

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The Falcons School for Girls Independent School for Girls aged 3-11 years

Achieve Academic Excellence ‘London’s Most Creative Preparatory School’

Come and visit us in our new home in Putney for our Open Day on Saturday 21st March 2015 from 10.30am – 12.30pm

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Philanthropy aside, Curtain Bluff has plenty of other features to recommend it, particularly those bestowed by Nature.

The hotel’s classic colonial architecture here sits in 20 acres of gardens, all sandwiched between two stunning beaches. Each engulfed by a different ocean, the two beaches are completely different in character. Choose from the tranquil, turquoise one perfect for sunbathing or the rugged one where the waves dramatically crash against the cliffs spraying salty clouds – a perfect view for balmy candlelit dinners.

These sumptuous five-course dinners feature the hotel’s signature combination of French and Caribbean cuisine, filled with plenty of fresh fish hooked straight from the ocean, from Antiguan lobster tail to the King Fish and Wahoo I caught during the day’s deep sea fishing expedition. But these dinners aren’t just exceptional quality, they’re also great value, being included in the all-inclusive costing at the hotel. In fact, everything here from the exquisite food to the endless rum punches are included in the price. We loved the laid-back buffet lunches in the beachside restaurant and the traditional afternoon tea served on the stone Sugar Mill terrace overlooking

the gardens, but dinner here is the main attraction. Accompanied with live music and countless wines from the hotel’s legendary cellar, it’s complete FrancoCaribbean indulgence.

Also included in the price tag are the many watersports available to guests. Water-skiing, paddle boarding, snorkelling, deep sea fishing and sailing are all on offer throughout the day, ensuring you stay entertained through the holiday. We jumped on a speedboat that took us out to the coral reef about a mile offshore from where we could do some snorkelling, spotting reef sharks, turtles and countless fish that made up an underwater rainbow. We even got a glimpse of a dolphin along the way.

Back on dry land, the hotel has a longstanding reputation for tennis and hosts

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With its cool,

CLEAN BALINESE DÉCOR, Curtain Bluff’s stunning WELLNESS SANCTUARY is

the perfect place to UNWIND

the annual Antigua Tennis Week on its four courts overlooking the ocean. An islandwide professional tournament, it showcases six days of action-packed match play, as well as stroke-and-strategy clinics for guests and glitzy socialising in the evening.

Look out for the other tennis camps run by various British stars, including Andrew Castle and Annabel Croft, which also take place throughout the year.

But your holiday here doesn’t have to be high-octane – there’s also an exceptional spa on hand to help you relax. With its cool, clean Balinese décor, Curtain Bluff ’s stunning wellness sanctuary is the perfect place to unwind after stepping off the long flight from London. Try the Ultimate Destresser massage, offering deep relaxation and increased circulation in a treatment room filled with the soothing sounds of the waves lapping against the shoreline below. Afterwards, we lazed in the cliff-top infinity Jacuzzi pool with a rum punch in hand, watching the sun set over the sparkling sea – the ultimate way to enjoy the Caribbean. 

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COLOUR BOMBS

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TRUE LUXE: DESIGN LIFESTYLE WITH STEPHEN CLASPER

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ALISON AT HOME All that glitters is not gold. But it certainly might be brass. The glamourous material is back in vogue, with an especially stylish outing seen in Alison at Home’s new Criterion collection. The brand’s ‘Hemingway’ coffee table lends a ladylike grace to any room. alisonathome.com

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10 of the best

GREEK BLUE HOMEWARES

True blues, craft markets and Italian decor take centre stage

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Wo r d s J e s s i c a k l i n g e l f u s s

KOSTA BODA

Cool Moon Votive Candle, £50; scandinavianshop.co.uk 03

HOUSE OF FRASER

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Blue Ombre Vases, £30; houseoffraser.co.uk

AMARA

Dash & Albert - Chevron Denim White Rug , £191; amara.com 04

ALEXANDRA D FOSTER

Marrakech Cushion, £195; luxdeco.com

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Modern Way Heals’ Modern Craft Market

MR AND MRS SMITH Parrot Cay by Como; mrandmrssmith.com

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Heals’ Modern Craft Market will be returning to the central London store for the second year running. Taking place for one week this February, the event will showcase the best in contemporary craft as well as giving enthusiasts the chance to take part in a series of live workshops. From 2 - 15 February; heals.co.uk

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TAPPING IN

JOHN LEWIS

Lexington

Fusion ikat Embroidered cushion, £15; johnlewis.com

There are few luxuries in life equal to really good linen and Lexington’s SS15 collection has it covered. From fluffy towels in muted tones to cosy bedspreads in chic prints, these rich fabrics add the perfect finishing touch to bathroom and bedroom. lexingtoncompany.com

OLVER BONAS

Blue Ombre Stripe Pouffe, £32; oliverbonas.com

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PICK PLATE UP Amara

Iconic decorative arts company, Fornasetti present a range of homewares featuring their distinctive designs.

We particularly love the Tema e Variazioni wall plate, which bears the face of Piero Fornasetti’s muse Lina Cavalieri. £125; amara.com

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GIFT LIBRARY Bubble Jug, £79; gift-library.com

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HAVE JARDIN DES PLANTES

Butter Dish, £20; jardindesplantes.net

GUIDING LIGHT India Jane

As the weather improves, the temptation to take to the terrace in the evenings increases and what better way to light your al fresco dining than with this stunning 19th century Prince Regent lantern from India Jane. £175; therubytreecollection.com

TAKE A LOAD OFF Multiyork

High street staple Monsoon have collaborated with interiors company Multiyork to present a capsule collection of handpicked fabrics from the store's design archives. Think vibrant paisleys and nature-inspired patterns. multiyork.co.uk

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THE RUBY TREE

Petal Lapis Lazuli Bowl, POA; therubytreecollection.com

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‘Shanty’ sideboard, by Doshi Levien,POA; bdbarcelona.com

SCP

‘Table tiles’, by Bower, for Areaware, £14.50; scp.co.uk

STUDIO SWINE

‘Hair Highway’ collection, POA; studioswine.com

THE APARTMENT,

‘1960s Murano Chandelier’, £2,000/price on request; theapartment.dk

EPIFORMA,

‘Dotless Domino’, POA; epiforma.com

JAMES IRVINE, FOR MARSOTTO EDIZIONI Connoisseur 32, POA; marsotto-edizioni.com

MOVING MOUNTAINS

‘Hi-Lo’ shelves, £4,000; mvngmtns.com

SCHOLTEN & BAIJINGS

‘Colour block’ bed linen, for hay £72; nest.co.uk

COLOUR BOMBS Inject a little vibrance into your home this spring

By Jessica klingelfuss

DARKROOM

So Sottsass Plate, £80; houzz.com

MATTER

‘Afordances #1’ side table, by Jonathan Zawada, £2,120; mattermatters.com

PASTOE

‘Noon’ sideboard, by Pastoe, POA; pastoe.com

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SPOTLIGHT

TRUE LUXE Unique, lavish interiors are integral to the luxury lifestyle. Designer Stephen Clasper knows how to create the ultimate in luxe living Wo r d s e v e h e r b e r t

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tephen Clasper Interiors is a luxury interior design and bespoke furniture making practice with a difference. Unlike other interior design companies, Stephen Clasper delivers top class interior design and fine furniture as one practice. The company founded by Stephen Clasper in 1995, has a focus on ultra-high net worth clients in London, the Home Counties and worldwide and includes design and furniture for exceptional residential properties in the UK as well as luxury villas and yachts.

Central to the excellence of Stephen Clasper Interiors is the way they work with clients to tailor the designs to their exact needs. Clients can depend on Stephen Clasper to manage the whole process, right from conception to completion. The process itself is a creative and rewarding time for the client due to the designers understanding of all their client’s needs. The holistic approach of the company to interiors, combined with their knowledge, passion and hard work means clients receive an unrivalled service in creating exceptional, elegant interiors.

Stephen Clasper himself is the central force of the creative side of the business. Having studied at Chelsea

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School of Art, he then travelled around the world for a number of years, visiting exotic places helping inspire his future designs. After travelling the world, Stephen began designing furniture and interiors specialising now in the high end residential market. Based up until recently in central London, a relocation to Surrey to expand the manufacturing capacity saw them getting involved with large new build projects in the Surrey

area. Now however their ambitions are focusing back on the London market where their work sits comfortably alongside the high end interiors that are so familiar in the best locations of central London.

Stephen Clasper says: “I’ve always loved art, design and the process of creating something from nothing. I’m passionate about thinking differently and I like to surprise our clients with what’s

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HOMES & INTERIORS / DESIGN CLIENTS will never SEE AN INTERIOR quite like theirs in ANY OTHER HOME possible to achieve with their properties.

Above all I’m proud that thanks to our talented team, they will never see an interior quite like theirs in any other home. Every client is different, and we really get immersed in understanding their lifestyle. The interiors are just one part of the luxury lifestyle experience which we offer, enhancing both the home and the client’s day to day life. I always try to design projects using the very best materials available to us, from beautiful veneers, gorgeous fabrics, leathers, the products available to us are unlimited and contribute to the magic of high quality bespoke design. Of course budgets vary on every project but we will always look at all the options and engineer each project to suit the client. Bespoke furniture is essential to the final look of a project and is really what sets our practice apart from others in the industry. We have an unrivalled control of this element which

does not restrict our imagination.”

Recent projects completed by Stephen Clasper Interiors include a house in Kensington (pictured) and a vast new build in Hertfordshire.

The Kensington project delivered a touch of urban luxury with a unique style to the property, giving it a luxury feel. The addition of uniquely designed bespoke furniture to complement the many items sourced from high end suppliers has achieved an interior you will not see anywhere else. Notable features

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are included throughout the property and there is not one room that does not express this.

For the Hertfordshire project, a living and entertaining space was central to the clients brief. Stephen Clasper used rich fabrics and wallpapers to give the entertaining rooms a sense of glamour. The focal point of the entertaining rooms was the hand crafted champagne bar. The bar incorporates chrome and mirror finishes and leather upholstery. As the economy continues to recover, 2015 is set to be a busy year for Stephen Clasper Interiors, with many exciting projects in the future. u ● Stephen Clasper Interiors +44 (0)1932 570 995 stephen@stephenclasper.co.uk stephenclasper.co.uk

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DISCOVERMORE

Embracing an innovative, modern approach whilst keeping traditional values at its core, Kew House School takes an exciting stance on 21st century education. With state-of-the-art facilities, a broad curriculum and excellent pastoral care, Kew House is

Open Days February 25th (9.30am) March 23rd (9.30am)

a place where you would want to be – a place of learning and

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discovery, laughter and friendship.

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The new independent co-educational senior school for students aged 11-18 in West London

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NICE & ELFIE You must take a look at Elfie’s clothes.

Specifically, the girl’s cotton patchwork dresses (£38), the boys’ Klaus Trousers (£40), and don’t even get us started on the baby Robbie Bloomers (£26)... elfielondon.com

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KIDS & EDUCATION / NOTES LONE RANGER

TRIED & TESTED

Billy Bandit

BABY BJORN

Cool and quirky, Billy Bandit is designed for boys aged 2-12 years old. With playful prints and fun accessories like trucker caps and cartoonish hi-tops, this brilliant first collection is inspired by cowboys and indians. childsplayclothing.co.uk

by HELEN BARON

SMALL TALK Cowboy-inspired clothing, treetop slumber and super cute booties from Monkey & Mole

FRESH AS A DAISY La Coqueta

You’ll find hues of blue, delicate posy prints, nautical stripes on natural linen fabric, pretty bows and summer brights among La Coqueta’s refreshing new SS15 collection.

Perfect for picnics and spring days spent outdoors, the pieces encapsulate the season’s vernal charm to a tee. 5 Heath Street, NW3; lacoquetakids.com

HIGH LIFE

LITTLE BOOTS

Make bedtimes an adventure for wayward sleepers with the new Christopher Treehouse cabin bed from online children’s bed boutique Noa & Nani. Stylish and practical. £399; noaandnani.co.uk

These adorable teepee-printed moccasins take baby shoes to a whole new level. Designed by those at Monkey & Mole they’re handdrawn and hand-sewn wonders. £37.50; monkeyandmole.com

Noa & Nani

Monkey & Mole

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ho would’ve thought a baby W carrying could be so fraught with anxiety? Just Googling ‘baby carrier review ’ reveals a multitude of (apparently) catastrophic consequences that can come from choosing the ‘wrong’ equipment. Of course, the Internet is not an accurate guide to anything, so best to do your own research. In the course of mine I found the Baby Bjorn Carrier We, a new design from an old brand that hugs baby close in the most endearing chimp-like fashion, supporting both the head and neck.

Thankfully your back is also supported with padded waist and shoulder supports. Top marks on every count, and judging by the reviews online even the Internet agrees.  £84.95; babybjorn.co.uk

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KIDS & EDUCATION / SCHOOL TALK

Look North

There are alternatives to the pressurised arms race for schools in London and the Home Counties.

And they are not as far away as you think Wo r d s A m a n d a C o n s ta n c e

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any dream of getting out of the education arms race, but few of us actually do it. But Tessa Lumley did.

Lumley shipped her family nearly 600 miles north, from London to Morayshire where her two girls now attend Gordonstoun. In a letter to the principal Simon Reid, a year later, she wrote: “There was a moment, around two years ago, when we lived in London, Alice was 9 years old and I found myself standing at her school gates wondering if the world had gone mad. Parents were discussing where and whether to get tutors, what their children were and were not reading, what extracurricular activities they did or should do. … I want my children to be happy but we found ourselves in a system that seemed to be about to preclude that. The London academic process allows only certain kinds of children to shine — the lucky few who are either highly intelligent or highly diligent or both; the ones who are mature enough (at 9) to understand the need to give up playtime to study; and the ones with parents who have sufficient control over them to force them to.

Anyone else is liable to fail in a system in which they are competing with hundreds for tens of places.”

Andrew Johnson, headmaster of Stonyhurst College in Lancashire, couldn’t agree more.

“People will thrive here academically but at somewhere like Winchester (where Johnson was head of modern languages for ten years) a very bright ten year old boy might not feel very bright, it’s a pressure cooker type of school. We’re just not like that.”

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“We are academically selective but not relentlessly so – it depends on the individual.”

Between 5-10% of pupils at Stonyhurst – one of the UK’s most famous Catholic schools - come from London (30% are international). Johnson says parents come looking for something different, something more wholesome.

“Here children can be themselves and grow at a sensible pace without the pressures of the city. It is an opportunity to create a rounded character, someone who is comfortable in their own skin.”

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dales, moors and the sea – they often have it all. Gordonstoun has 200-acre wooded campus one mile from the Moray Firth; the school even has its own yacht and is world famous for its unique outdoor education curriculum. Stonyhurst has a whopping 680-acre campus (St Pauls’ much-envied site by the River Thames in contrast is a paltry 43 acres).

The schools are further away, but they bend over backwards to help parents get involved and visit the schools. Stonyhurst is only two hours from Euston station and holds regular weekends where parents are invited to come “and be part of the family of the school,” says Johnson. “The distance does mean a bit of planning but you will also have quality time with your child.”

Plus, whisper it, northern boarding schools are generally cheaper. They are also likely to be more generous with scholarships and bursaries. Stonyhurst has an endowment that allows them to give away £2.3 million a year in bursaries and scholarships. 35% of pupils receive some fee support, often to local children.

“Therefore we have a more diverse pupil body, not just the children of the super rich,” says Johnson.

But the last word goes to Tessa Lumley who finished her letter with this: “Most importantly, both Alice and Emily have flourished. They have grown and matured. They are being robustly and effectively educated — but they are also, crucially for me, being encouraged to be children: adventurous, inquisitive and occasionally intensely muddy. But, best of all, they are happy. Without happiness, surely it would be impossible for them to fulfill their full potential.”

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Aspley Road, Wandsworth, SW18 ÂŁ2,000,000 freehold Presenting this stunning four storey Victorian townhouse with a substantial garden situated in a highly desirable location close to Wandsworth Common and a short walk from Wandsworth Town station. This stylish period home has been refurbished to an extremely high specification boasting two floors of living/entertaining space and five bedrooms including a luxurious master suite.

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KINGSCLIFFE GARDENS, SW19 A striking house having undergone recent refurbishment to provide a delightful family home, yet retaining the property’s original character and charm. Situated within the highly prized ‘Gardens’ area of Southfields, and with planning permission granted for a ground floor extension and loft conversion. Approx. 1,914 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 4 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, 3 reception rooms, conservatory, garden, garage, off-street parking.

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SWANAGE ROAD, SW18 An exceptional family house, stylish and impeccably presented, our clients created a supremely elegant home to satisfy their own exacting requirements, carrying out a complete renovation in 2011. Approx 2,063 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 4 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, double reception room, kitchen/dining room, guest cloakroom, cellar/store room, garden.

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ORBEL STREET, SW11 A most charming family house situated within ‘The Sisters’, enjoying well proportioned accommodation and a pretty west facing garden. Approx. 1,212 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, 2 reception rooms, garden.

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Situated close to Battersea Park, a well presented and proportioned split-level maisonette. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, roof terrace, balcony. Approx. 1,093 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

A delightful and substantial apartment situated on the ground floor of this popular Victorian mansion block close to Battersea Park.

Approx. 1,010 sq ft. Energy Rating: D. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, reception.

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ABBEVILLE ROAD, SW4 An exceptional family home located in the highly desirable Abbeville Village close to the green open spaces of Clapham Common and the boutique shops and restaurants the area is so well known for. Approx. 2,070 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), double reception room, kitchen/family room, cloakroom, storage, cellar, garden.

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An outstanding garden flat with good access to the excellent transport links of Clapham South and close to the green open spaces of Clapham Common. Approx. 883 sq ft. Energy Rating: C.

An exceptional top floor apartment, well presented throughout and benfiting from tall windows providing natural light and outstanding views. Approx. 746 sq ft. Energy Rating: C.

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Recovery Street, Tooting, SW17 £1,650pcm

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IN THEIR OWN WORDS

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have recently become a user of Uber. I know I am a little behind the tech curve. Did you know that in the same way passengers can rate taxi drivers, taxi drivers themselves can also rate their passengers? Not quite the case of the hunter becoming the hunted, perhaps more the rater becoming the rated. So, if of an evening you decide to have one for the road before hitting the road, your driver could be blacklisting you as you go along your merry way. Or, in the case of the Oppenheim family, I might be sitting patiently in a taxi, wondering whether my hard-earned 4.85/5 passenger rating is being reviewed, while Senior Management (also known as my wife) assesses which coat to wear. An entirely theoretical scenario and one which would never happen.

But why is any of this relevant? Have I suddenly become obsessed with online estate agent reviews? The real reason is this: at the end of 2014, I paused (ever so briefly) for a moment of reflection as I marked 10 years of working for John D Wood & Co. in the Battersea office, and reviewed the last decade of my professional life. This should be the point where I break out the witty anecdotes about the time someone forgot about the early weekend viewing and were still in bed when I arrived (the amusing part was who they were in bed with). Or, as agents, when we jokingly wondered if we would ever see property selling

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in Battersea for £1,000 a square foot. The real joy for me has been time and time again acting for many of the same people and helping them find a home. Some I first met when they were looking for a ‘bachelor pad’ or ‘chick flat’, and over time I then helped them sell these properties and trade up to a family home.

Others have, as well as living in Battersea themselves, bought an investment property here, a very good barometer as a long-term investment. The company ethos at John D Wood & Co. to always work for the client’s best long-term interests, rather than just for shortterm gain, is one that resonates with me. To act again and again for the same people bears testament to the fact that we will give you the very best advice we can. Even if it means we do not get to sell a property straight away, then so be it. In one instance, I visited the owner of a property every year for eight years before I advised her that the time was right for her to sell her house.

Like Uber, we use the latest technology to our clients' advantage. We are rateable online, and successfully act for many long-term clients.

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Cicada Road SW18 ÂŁ1,199,999 A spacious four-bedroom house, located on a sought-after tree-lined street, beneďŹ ting from a large west facing garden and the potential to extend (subject to planning permission). Freehold. EPC=E

Battersea: 020 7228 9292 sales.bat@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Old Devonshire Road SW12 ÂŁ1,400,000 This large ďŹ ve-bedroom family house, boasting stylish decor and period features, offers a separate reception room with doors leading out to a 100ft south facing garden and off-street parking. Freehold. EPC=E

Balham: 020 8673 4377 sales.bal@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Lynwood House SW4 ÂŁ1,850 per week This truly stunning detached seven-bedroom house, located in the heart of Clapham Old Town, presented in excellent condition, boasts spacious rooms, a large garden and an outdoor swimming pool. EPC=C

Clapham: 020 7501 3666 lets.clp@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Killieser Avenue SW2 ÂŁ1,300 per week This immaculate ďŹ ve-bedroom, family house with private off-street parking, has undergone extensive refurbishment and has been completed with exceptional attention to detail. Share of Freehold. EPC=B

Balham: 020 8673 9911 lets.bal@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Battersea Park Road

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Battersea Park

A superb 1 bedroom apartment in this exclusive Grade II listed school conversion. Offering over 1,000 sq ft of living space & incredibly high ceilings. This individual apartment comes with allocated parking & additional 24hr porterage.

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Northcote Road

Battersea SW11

Located in the sought after area ‘Between the Commons’. This well presented 2 double bedroom property comprises a master bedroom with en-suite shower room, separate kitchen & a spacious reception room which opens out to a south west facing garden. There are commuter links from Clapham Junction (mainline station), Clapham Common (Northern Line underground station) & numerous bus routes. Local bars, shops & restaurants can be found at Lavender Hill, Battersea Rise & Northcote Road.

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Riverlight Quay

Battersea SW8

A stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom property on the 14th floor of this impressive new development. Finished to a very high standard throughout this property benefits from a fully integrated kitchen complete with built in coffee machine & wine fridge, roof terrace off the reception room & balconies off both bedrooms. Includes on site gym & spa, 24hr concierge, underground parking & is within each reach of transport at Vauxhall underground or train station.

EPC rating C

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Conveniently located for both Wimbledon Village and Central London, Wimbledon Hill Park offers a luxurious collection of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, with residents’ gym and concierge, all set within 19 acres of protected parkland in one of London’s premier addresses.

Prices from £1,150,000

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Associate Director at Hamptons International Wimbledon, 020 8454 7249 hamptons.co.uk

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Most satisfying transaction I’ve had A house in The Drive, Coombe Hill with scope for development. After multiple bids we achieved in excess of the guide price of £3,000,000. The vendor and purchaser were both delightful people.

Most interesting property I’ve been involved with We’re currently marketing a wonderful Art Deco style Sunspan Home in New Malden. It was originally created for the Ideal Home Exhibition in the 1930s.

Most unusual interior The house with a shark tank in the entrance hall.

I never thought I'd see In the early 90s I saw a house in South Wimbledon owned

by Satanists. It included a shrine, paintings and murals connected with Satanism.

Finest property showcase: Wolsey Close, SW20; £3.95m. Offering extensive, far reaching views over the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course, a substantial detached family home, of over 4700 sq ft situated at the end of a private cul-de-sac. The beautifully presented property includes 5/6 bedrooms, generous and flexible reception space and a 90 ft garden with a large decked terrace overlooking the 16th Tee.

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The INSIDE SCOOP of NEWS in your area

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There’s something for everyone at the Taylor Wimpey’s Radius

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ome-hunters searching for their perfect property in South West London should discover Taylor Wimpey’s Radius development in Wandsworth where there is a fantastic choice of apartments on sale.

The leading housebuilder is creating a stunning selection of one, two and threebedroom properties at this prestigious development which enjoys a prime, wellconnected location near the banks of the River Thames, between Putney Bridge and Wandsworth Bridge. Apartments are currently available to reserve at Radius.

The smart apartments feature an open-plan living room, private balconies and terraces.

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Associate Office Head at Knight Frank, Clapham 020 3667 6753 knightfrank.co.uk

Why this area? Clapham is an incredibly exciting part of the capital and is drawing admiring glances from buyers previously wedded to spots north of the river or those considered to be “prime”. The architecture is charming and varied, and the schools, restaurants and bars are fantastic.

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KFH donated £14,000 to Housing for Women charity in 2014

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inleigh Folkard & Hayward, continue their support for the Housing for Women charity.

On the 18th of December 2014, KFH donated further contributions to the funds raised earlier in the year through charity efforts, taking the total up to £14,000 contributed across the year. Last month, KFH staff members hand delivered £50 vouchers (redeemable at over 20,000 stores), personalised Christmas cards, toys, clothes and donations raised through internal sponsorship to the women and children sheltered by the charity over the festive season. Anna Macleod, Head of Marketing and Communications at Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, comments: “Housing Londoners

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is at the core of our business, and we are very happy to have continued our support for the London based charity, Housing for Women.” KFH’s support of this worthy cause is ongoing and there are future plans to help raise more funds and awareness.

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What is your company ethos?

We are an independent consultancy with a partnership culture that puts our clients first. With over 110 years’ experience, we provide our clients with global coverage via 335 offices and over 12,000 staff throughout Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, the Middle East and the Americas.

What are your favourite properties right now? It is always difficult to identify a certain type of property or area with the diversity out there. We do have some superb houses coming to market in the Old Town this spring.

Market predictions 2015?

We are seeing a high demand for property of all types and supply levels are still relatively low. This should underpin healthy trading conditions throughout the year with modest growth in the region of 3%.

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If you’re thinking of selling your home in 2015, make sure to choose an agent that advertises with us. One of the most important questions to ask any agent before appointing them is where they will market your property. With over a million visitors a day to our websites, generating an enquiry every second for sellers across the UK, most agents understand that getting maximum exposure for your property results in the best price being achieved.

Spotlight on SW19

Average asking price - £1,109,193 / Average asking rent - £2,663 pcm / Average property value - £788,548

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Balham 020 8772 9373 balham@lauristons.com

Battersea 020 7978 5800 battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington 020 7385 2296 kennington@lauristons.com

Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney 020 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com

Wimbledon 020 8946 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com

LEASEHOLD

Cobalt Place, SW11

ÂŁ1,150,000

Sustainable design with a range of energy efficient features and cross-laminated timber construction, these three bedroom townhouses offer exemplary standards, all expertly delivered by London's leading residential developer, Lend Lease. The houses are arranged over three floors with an open plan contemporary kitchen and dining room on the ground floor, a spacious living room on the second floor and three double bedrooms and three bathrooms. EPC EER TBC. Completion September 2015

New Homes: 020 8879 9099

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Parkside St Peters, Plough Road, SW11

Prices from ÂŁ440,000

A fantastic new development of 44 one, two and three bedroom apartments by renowned London developers, the Thornsett Group. Situated within 1/4 mile of Clapham Junction, Parkside St Peters is ideally located for experiencing all aspects of London life. All apartments will be finished to a very high specification with integrated appliances to the kitchens, contemporary bathroom suites and a 10 year building warranty with many also benefiting from a private balcony. Completion due Spring 2016.

New Homes: 020 8879 9099

LEASEHOLD

Carlton Gate, SW15

Prices from ÂŁ885,000

A collection of stunning apartments by award winning London developers, Henley Homes. The development has 27 apartments and penthouses and is situated on Putney Hill, within 0.3 miles to East Putney District Line Tube Station and 0.2 miles from Putney Main Line Train Station. These spacious, high specification homes range from 925 sq ft to 1650 sq ft all benefiting from a private terrace or balcony and a 10 year building warranty. Completion due late 2015.

New Homes: 020 8879 9099

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Balham 020 8772 9373 balham@lauristons.com

Battersea 020 7978 5800 battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington 020 7385 2296 kennington@lauristons.com

Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney 020 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com

Wimbledon 020 8946 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com

LEASEHOLD

Petergate, SW11

£575,000

The property is a superbly presented two bedroom top floor purpose built flat ideally located in Petergate, just off York Road within 0.2 of a mile from the River Thames and 0.7 of a mile from Clapham Junction station. The accommodation comprises an entrance hall, open plan reception room/modern fully fitted kitchen, private balcony which is accessible from both the reception room and the main bedroom, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, 2nd double bedroom, family bathroom and allocated parking space within the gated development. EPC EER C

Battersea: 020 7978 5800

LEASEHOLD

Boundaries Road, SW12

£590,000 - £620,000

Luxury second floor two bedroom apartment located in this attractive modern purpose built development. This stunning property comprises of a spacious reception with high quality modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, master bedroom with ensuite bathroom, dressing room and a second bathroom. Outside there are communal grounds and underground parking space with a secondary parking space to the side. Located within 0.2 mile of Balham High Street which offers excellent shopping amenities and transport links. No forward chain. EPC EER C

Balham: 020 8772 9373

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Mandel House, Riverside Quarter, SW18

ÂŁ2,750 pcm

A contemporary two bedroom apartment located in the ever popular Riverside Quarter Development. Offering two large double bedrooms with built in storage, master bedroom with en-suite, family bathroom, open plan reception with dining space and modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and breakfast bar. The property features secure direct access to a private garden area, off street parking, underfloor heating, residents pool and gym and 24 hour concierge. EPC EER C

Putney: 020 8780 8780

FREEHOLD

Fawe Park Road, SW15

ÂŁ1,150,000

Spacious four bedroom period house which has been extended to the rear and into the loft, now comprising; two reception rooms, large kitchen / dining room, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one ensuite) and a private south facing rear garden. In need of cosmetic updating this delightful house would make a superb family home, being conveniently located on a popular road in East Putney within 0.2 miles of the popular Brandlehow Primary School and 0.4m of East Putney tube station. EPC EER TBC

Putney: 020 8780 8780

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Balham 020 8772 9373 balham@lauristons.com

Battersea 020 7978 5800 battersea@lauristons.com

Kennington 020 7385 2296 kennington@lauristons.com

Land 020 8943 2211 land@lauristons.com

Merton Park 020 8417 8054 mertonpark@lauristons.com

New Homes 020 8879 9099 newhomes@lauristons.com

Putney 020 8780 8780 putney@lauristons.com

Wimbledon 020 8946 9468 wimbledon@lauristons.com

FREEHOLD

Alexandra Road, SW19

ÂŁ840,000

A superbly presented three double bedroom Victorian terrace home situated approximately 0.3 miles from Wimbledon mainline station. With excellent decor throughout, high ceilings, a contemporary kitchen/ dining room, a stylish first floor bathroom, the benefit of a downstairs WC, A 46' private rear garden and offered to the market with no-onward chain, we feel this property would make an ideal family home. Furthermore this property offers ample scope to extend into the loft (stpp). EPC EER E

Wimbledon: 020 8946 9468

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“Clifford really put himself out for me – arranging a 7am valuation on my house so that I didn’t have to go into work late. I mean, who actually volunteers for a 7am meeting? They really did go that extra mile.”

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Eversleigh Road, Battersea

ÂŁ850,000 A superb example of a two bedroom Shaftesbury Cottage. The property has been extended into the side return and there is further potential to extend into the loft space (STPP).

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Dalebury Road, Battersea

ÂŁ590,000 A stunning two double bedroom flat forming part of a beautiful period property located on a tree lined residential road. EPC = D.

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Mysore Road, Battersea

£1,100,000 A fantastic opportunity to acquire an un-extended 3 bedroom house on one of Battersea’s premier roads.

No onward chain. EPC = E.

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Tregarvon Road, Battersea

£3,139.66 PCM A stunning three double bedroom three bathroom Victorian house with ALNO kitchen, utility area and bi-fold doors out to a west facing garden. Available from early April.

EPC = E.

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Prime Purchase VENDOR ADVICE

PHIL AGIUS

Senior Sales Manager at Jacksons Estate Agents, Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077; jacksonsestateagents.com

2015: The year of equilibrium between buyers and sellers?

Courthope Villas SW19, £1,550,000 Freehold

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simply stunning four double bedroom semi-detached Victorian villa located within this highly desirable residential cul-de-sac 0.3 miles from the mainline BR & district line tube station. This spacious family home boasts a beautiful extended kitchen/ family room with bi-folding doors leading onto the

landscaped rear garden, off road parking, under floor heating throughout the ground floor, and the benefit of a downstairs WC, we feel this property will make an excellent family home.

Battersea Bridge Road SW11, £2,300,000 freehold

Eversleigh Road, Battersea, SW11, £850,000

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Lauristons, Wimbledon 020 8946 9468; lauristons.com

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n impressive three bedroom penthouse apartment located a stone's throw from Battersea Park and Chelsea. Having undergone a complete refurbishment this brand new property is an open-plan must see.

superb example of a two bedroom Shaftesbury Cottage.

This two double bedroom property has been extended into the side return and there is further potential to extend into the loft space (STPP).

Aspire, Battersea 020 7801 3400; aspire.co.uk

Featherstone Leigh, Battersea 020 7228 2278; featherstoneleigh.co.uk

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he New Year has started with a bang and seems set to emulate the early rush of last year. Many commentators suggested that the period leading up to the general election in May would be slower than usual. This evidently is not how it is going to pan out, with all of Jacksons' sales offices reporting increases in sales agreed through January, with one office recording a whopping increase of 300% year-on-year for new sales agreed this year.

So what does this mean for prices in 2015? Well the most basic principle of economics states that with increased demand and stable supply then prices will increase. However in the springtime many homeowners considering a move will put their home up for sale, thereby increasing supply. Yet if the demand stays constant then prices will still increase, however the rate of increase may slow a little. This would mean annual price inflation might be more moderate and sustainable than in previous years. Accordingly, we are expecting a brisk sales market throughout 2015 with steady and more sustainable price rises, which may finally bring a market in which buyers and sellers will both thrive.

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Elegant family homes in Twickenham

Set within gated mews by award-winning developer, St James Perfectly located opposite Twickenham station, just 25 minutes from London Waterloo and situated within the sought after Brewery Wharf development, Brewery Gate offers a collection of elegant, spacious 4 and 5 bedroom family homes. Set within exclusive gated mews and close to a number of outstanding schools, these homes provide an ideal environment for busy families, boasting open plan designer kitchens with expansive folding doors leading to secluded gardens, luxurious bathrooms, flexible living spaces and two private off-street parking spaces.

4 Bedroom houses from ÂŁ1,250,000 2 Bedroom apartments from ÂŁ550,000 Book your appointment now on 020 3733 3861 or visit our website at www.brewery-wharf.co.uk Sales and Marketing Suite at Brewery Wharf, Brewery Lane, off London Road, Twickenham, TW1 1AA Open daily from 10am to 5pm (with late night opening until 7pm every Wednesday)

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Bramfield Road, SW11

ÂŁ1,495,000

A superb Victorian terrace house, located just off the ever popular Northcote Road in Battersea, providing a short walk to Clapham Junction Station, Clapham Common and Wandsworth Common. Briefly comprising; entrance hall, double reception room, large kitchen breakfast room, a cellar, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, loft and a private garden. The house also retains a wealth of original features, offers scope to extend (STPP) and is being sold with no onward chain. EPC = E Clapham Office | 0207 627 8084 | clapham@bushells.com

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Acre Lane, SW2

ÂŁ799,950

A simply stunning, split level flat, set within a beautiful Grade II Listed Georgian Building. The property briefly comprises; large, reception room with period features including a floor to ceiling bay window, three double bedrooms, a modern bathroom, newly fitted en-suite, a bright kitchen/dinning room, a gorgeous courtyard garden and off street parking. Perfectly located on a popular street in Brixton, providing great transport links and local amenities including Brixton Village and Ritzy Cinema. EPC = D Clapham Office | 0207 627 8084 | clapham@bushells.com

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“Proving that BIG isn’t always better...”

Innes Gardens, SW15

£1,200 pcm

Eastfields Avenue, SW18

£1,600 pcm

A refurbished one bedroom flat completely redecorated throughout and within walking distance to Putney High Street and transport. The property offers plenty of storage, a bathroom with shower, a modern kitchen with dishwasher and gas hob, a large double bedroom, wood flooring, a private balcony and off street parking.

A one double bedroom luxury apartment set within this sought after riverside development and located within walking distance to the tube and Wandsworth Town overland station. The development boasts many amenities including a gym, swimming pool, 24hr concierge, and a shuttle service to and from the tube station.

Putney Hill, SW15

Lebanon Gardens, SW18

£1,950 pcm

A stunning two bedroom flat in central Putney. Located just moments from all the amenities of Putney High street, this property boasts two double bedrooms, one with ensuite, a modern fitted kitchen with dishwasher, a bathroom with separate shower, a spacious lounge with wood flooring and a private balcony.

£2,000 pcm

A three bedroom ground floor apartment located within walking distance to East Putney Tube Station. This property boasts a large living room with dining area, a separate modern fitted kitchen with dishwasher and a contemporary bathroom with shower. Further features include double glazing and excellent storage throughout.

www.chamberlandres.co.uk | 020 8704 1313 lettings@chamberlandres.co.uk | sales@chamberlandres.co.uk 212 Upper Richmond Road, London, SW15 6TD

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The Tower, SW8

ÂŁ2,750,000 leasehold

A stunning three bedroom apartment positioned on the 11th floor of this highly sought after and recently completed residential development on the south bank of the River Thames.

This beautifully furnished apartment benefits from a spacious dual aspect open plan reception room with a winter garden and full width floor to ceiling windows enjoying panoramic views of the River Thames and the London skyline. The apartment comprises of a spacious master bedroom with en-suite & built in storage, as well as two further full size double bedrooms and a large family bathroom.

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Zulu Mews, SW11

ÂŁ1,700 per week

This unique and very rare four bedroom mews house is set within a private gated development and is located in the heart of Battersea.

This magnificently remodelled property comprises of a stunning open plan kitchen leading onto a spacious lounge and dining area, a master bedroom with en-suite and separate spa room, two further double bedrooms with en-suites, a single bedroom, good sized family bathroom and a loft converted home office.

The property further benefits from a large private east-facing rear garden and a garage.

Henry Wiltshire Internatonal Nine Elms

020 3696 5620

nineelms@henrywiltshire.com

61 Bondway, Nine Elms, London, Sw8 1SJ

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Detached family home Desirable Location Prentis Road, SW16 Retaining many original features this six bedroom, three bathroom, detached Edwardian house offers 4110 sq ft of outstanding living space including a self-contained annex, off street parking and a wonderfully large South-facing garden. Occupying a prime residential location just off Tooting Bec Common and within easy reach of an excellent choice of schools in both the private and state sectors.

ÂŁ1,595,000 Freehold

Streatham 020 8677 9900

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East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

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Superb family home

The Nightingale Triangle

Airedale Road, SW12 A fully renovated terrace house situated in a quiet road forming part of the Nightingale Triangle. The present owners have sympathetically extended into the side return with matching period doors leading onto the rear garden.

The beautifully fitted kitchen is open plan to the rear reception room thereby creating a fabulous living, eating and entertaining space; leaving the separate front reception room to be used more formally. ÂŁ1,395,000 Freehold

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

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Immaculate top floor flat Off Lavender Hill Rush Hill Road, SW11 A larger than average, split level maisonette in immaculate condition. This excellent three double bedroom property boasts excellent views across the London skyline from both, its roof terrace and top floor balcony. Further benefits from two bathrooms and a light and spacious eat in kitchen. Set in the hugely popular "Northside" area of Battersea, this area is served by a huge array of bars, restaurants, shops and excellent transport links. ÂŁ975,000 Freehold

Battersea 020 7924 2255

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East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wimbledon 020 3750 9111

Clapham Common 020 7924 8955

Tooting 020 8767 0522

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Early Victorian cottage Brixton Borders

Lyham Road, SW2 One of the most characterful 'Chocolate Box' cottages you could ever wish to own. Immaculately presented and with flexible accommodation, there is scope to extend into the garden to add additional living space. Comprising reception and separate kitchen, two bedrooms with a further study/third bedroom plus bathroom. The good size rear garden has a Southerly aspect.

ÂŁ750,000 Freehold

Clapham 020 8875 7995

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The ESTAS awards THE ESTAS CEREMONY: 17TH APRIL 2015 AT THE HILTON, PARK LANE

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Founder of The ESTAS, Estate & Letting Agent Awards

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high quality service so what better way to do that than using customer feedback.

We had no idea how the industry would react but we had a hunch it would be a success. One of the first people we ran the idea past was Phil Spencer. He was totally supportive and has presented The ESTAS every year since.” Now in their 13th year, The ESTAS Group have developed into more than a very prestigious awards event. They are a management information service, marketing tool and live client feedback hub for agents, mortgage brokers, conveyancers and suppliers to the industry.

Phil Spencer

he first thing I noticed about Simon Brown, Managing Director of The ESTAS Group was how passionate he is about customer service. “Most of us nowadays are used to having average or bad customer experiences, we all have them every day.

The frustrating thing is that when we do have a bad experience and want to complain, it’s normally such a long-winded process we give up because we’re too busy.

That means most companies never actually know they are giving sub-standard service.”

Brown is equally frustrated at the raw deal estate and letting agents get from the general public and media. “My wife Sarah used to work for a local agent and it wasn't until then I realised how hard a job it was.

There are so many different factors to every deal and there are many things that can happen that you’re not in control of that can break a chain down.”

Brown felt so strongly about Sarah’s experience that they both decided to launch a national award scheme which highlights agents giving excellent customer service.

“We decided straight away the best way to ‘judge’ agents was to ask clients to rate the service they received. We wanted to help change the general perception of agents and at the same time give firms the platform to promote their commitment to providing

Access to The ESTAS platform immediately gives each business a marketing pack with which to advertise, using posters, embed logos, press releases and tweet feedback to their followers through direct links.

Monthly service performance reports with live graphs measuring feedback in different service areas against regional competitors and national average and a winner’s marketing pack are all part of the ESTAS experience, helping firms to manage and grow their businesses. “Our clients use the ESTAS process both internally and externally to increase customer service levels, to manage and motivate teams and to brand their business as one that is happy to be measured by their customers.” Finally Brown adds “This year is going to be more competitive than ever and never more so than in London which is why we have linked up with the Absolutely Magazine Group. We want to spread the word to London agents what the benefits of taking part are and give them a marketing edge in 2015”.

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Hamptons Wimbledon Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7629

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Beyond your expectations www.hamptons.co.uk

Wimbledon, SW20 A wonderfully spacious and very well presented family home with an adjoining two bedroom house, close to King's College School, set in a plot of 0.437 acres.

The unique detached property offers excellent reception/entertaining space, a stunning west facing garden extending to 115 ft, triple garage and two driveways. EPC: D

£4,000,000 Freehold • Detached Property • Separate 2 Bed House • 0.437 Acres • Westerly Garden • Triple Garage • Two Driveways

Hamptons Wimbledon Sales. 020 8454 7249

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PROPERTY | NEW TO THE MARKET

Luxurious Lettings Regeneration of the South Bank

H Ridgway, Wimbledon Village, SW19, £577 per week

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his fantastic three bedroom apartment is situated on the Ridgway in Wimbledon Village, and comprises a beautiful eat-in kitchen, large reception room, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, two further bedrooms and a shower room. There is also an abundance of built-in storage throughout and secure

underground parking. Both Raynes Park train station and Wimbledon Underground stations are less than one mile away.

John D Wood & Co., Wimbledon, 020 8946 9447, johndwood.co.uk

enry Wiltshire International is an established estate agency which originally started in Canary Wharf and now has offices in Hong Kong, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. Most recently, Henry Wiltshire opened its newest, state-of-the art office based on the edge of the Nine Elms regeneration area near Vauxhall Bridge. With over 20 developments in various stages of construction and planned for Nine Elms and Vauxhall, this whole regeneration area is transforming the Southbank. The new ‘Nine Elms on the Southbank’ district will create 18,000 new homes, 25,000 new jobs, green spaces and visitor attractions. As a Patron Sponsor of Wandsworth Chamber of Commerce, Henry Wiltshire is committed to promoting local business.

Steve Pinto, Chairman of Wandsworth Chamber of Commerce, commented: “Henry Wiltshire International’s commitment to working with the local community is fantastic news and their Patronage of Wandsworth Chamber will allow us to help local business to grow and develop. We have been impressed by their vision and welcome them as our newest Patron Sponsor.”

020 3393 4326; henrywiltshire.co.uk

Anhalt Road, SW11, £2,000 per week

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his is a stunningly presented apartment with two terraces, overlooking the Thames and Albert Bridge. The apartment benefits from the highest quality fittings throughout.

Upon entering the recently refurbished apartment you are greeted by a spacious hallway that leads to the open-plan dining and

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reception room with stunning triple aspect views over the River Thames and Albert Bridge from the terrace. The terrace is the perfect spot for entertaining, overlooking the most beautiful bridge in London.

Douglas & Gordon, Battersea Park 020 7498 5243; douglasandgordon.com

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A truly unique living experience Apartments from ÂŁ775,000*

Sales Marketing Suite, Kingfisher House Juniper Drive London SW18 1TX E-mail: batterseareachsales@stgeorgeplc.com

020 3627 7963

www.batterseareach.com

Computer enhanced image is indicative only. *Price and details correct at time of going to print.

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A LOT HAS CHANGED IN 35 YEARS We’ve seen it all since we opened our first office in Putney in 1980

www.warrenputney.co.uk 194 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH / 139 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EZ Tel: 020 8780 1100 / sales@warrenputney.co.uk / lettings@warrenputney.co.uk

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An imposing seven bedroom double-fronted detached Edwardian house with off street parking, integral garage and a large south-west facing garden.

Edwardian freehold detached house | Large South-West facing garden | Integral garage | Ample off street parking | Wide entrance hallway and landings | Dining room | Drawing room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Utility room | EPC rating E | Master bedroom with large en-suite bathroom

Lytton Grove, SW15 ÂŁ2,650,000

This beautifully presented, five bedroom family Victorian terraced house (2055 Sq Ft) is located in a prime Lower West Putney location.

Victorian terraced freehold house | 2055 Sq Ft | Large master bedroom | Four further double bedrooms | Private West facing garden | Large double reception room | Extended kitchen breakfast room | Cellar | Downstairs W.C. | Prime West Putney location | Catchment area for a number of excellent primary schools | EPC rating C

Borneo Street, SW15 ÂŁ1,675,000

194 Upper Richmond Road SW15 2SH / 139 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EZ WARREN.indd 1

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Fanthorpe Street, SW15

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£1,425,000

Merton Road, SW18

£1,400,000

Victorian | 1,840 Sq Ft | Double reception | Kitchen/breakfast room | Downstairs W.C. | Cellar | 30 Ft private rear garden | Master bedroom | Four further double bedrooms | Two bathrooms | EPC rating E

Semi-detached Victorian freehold house | Double reception room with double height ceilings | Fully extended and superbly appointed kitchen/family dining room | Five double bedrooms | Two luxury bathrooms (one En-suite) | Handmade kitchen units | Landscaped private garden | EPC rating D

Ravenna Road, SW15

Winchelsea Close, SW15

£795,000

Two double bedroom top floor apartment | Set within an impressive converted Victorian villa | 1015 Sq Ft | Kitchen/ breakfast room | Large master bedroom with built in storage | Generously proportioned reception room | Communal garden | Access to loft storage | EPC rating E

£650,000

Freehold family house | Two double bedrooms | Double parking space | Private south facing garden | Modern family bathroom | Wooden flooring | Double glazed throughout | Ample storage | Built-in wardrobes | EPC rating D

Tel: 020 8780 1100 / sales@warrenputney.co.uk / warrenputney.co.uk

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Putney Park Avenue, SW15

£6,500 PCM

Fairfax Mews, SW15

£4,500 PCM

Detached family home | Kitchen/breakfast room | Double reception | Conservatory | Fabulous garden | 5 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms (one en-suite) | Study | Cloakroom | Utility room | Garage | Off street parking | Close to Barnes Station | Tenant fees apply

Five double bedroom mews house | Large reception room | Modern kitchen/dining room | Conservatory | Master suite | Guest suite | Three further bedrooms | Family bathroom | Patio garden | Gated development | Short walk to high street | EPC rating C | Tenant fees apply | Council tax band H

Farlow Road, SW15

Belvedere Court, SW15

£2,700 PCM

Ultra modern split level flat | Reception room | Fully fitted open plan kitchen | Three bedrooms | Two En-suite shower rooms | Further bathroom | Wood floors throughout | Great location | EPC rating C | Tenant fees apply

£2,100 PCM

Stunning apartment | Reception room | Modern kitchen | Three bedrooms | En-suite shower room | Further bathroom | Private balcony | Off-street parking | Central location | EPC rating D | Tenant fees apply

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PROPERTY | NIGEL LEWIS

London's MOST POPULAR

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The floating trend: Back of the Moon, Taggs Island, TW12

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loating homes are evidently popular among Londoners. Some 18,271 people have so far had a peek at this water borne property since it was listed in July last year – and it’s also this month’s most popular property on Zoopla.co.uk. Back of the Moon, which is for sale at £1.8m, is a recently completed 3,000 sq ft contemporary houseboat on Taggs Island, a slip of land on the Thames upstream from Hampton Court and reached via a humpback bridge. Like most of the 60 houseboats on the island, Back

of the Moon is moored to piles driven into the bank but unlike most, it comes with a large 125ft mooring and a landscaped half-acre garden behind it, making it one of the largest plots on Taggs Island. Back of the Moon has been completed externally but it now needs finishing inside and could be an “artist’s home, workshop and gallery or a five bedroom home”, says agent Mary Hodgson of Waterside Residential. She says the property includes street parking for five cars, two driveways, a garage/workshop, summerhouse, outbuildings and its own slipway. But the person who buys Back of the Moon will be getting more than just a floating home. Taggs Island has plenty more to offer including an interesting history, a very famous boat owner and a strong community feel. The island takes

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its name from Thomas Tagg who ran a boatyard on it during the 1870s and subsequently opened a hotel too. Then in 1902 Fred Karno, the theatrical impresario credited with nurturing the talents of Charlie Chaplin, bought the hotel along with the rest of the island.

But Taggs Island slowly slipped back into obscurity until the early 1970s when it was used by film director Stanley Kubrick to shoot scenes for his 1971 film A Clockwork Orange. But development of the island only began in earnest when, in 1983, it was bought by a group of houseboat owners and proper sewage, water services and moorings were introduced.

The decent services and idyllic position make the island popular with artists and musicians wanting to ‘get away from it all’ but be near London and that includes David Gilmour, guitarist and song writer with the band Pink Floyd. He owns the Edwardian houseboat built by Fred Karno and it is now Gilmour’s home studio. It is here that Pink Floyd’s most recent two albums The Division Bell and Endless River were recorded. But with such an extraordinary island come unusual aspects of life. The first is that mortgages for its houseboats are tricky to secure so most buyers make cash offers and, while the homes are freehold, the mooring and land are leasehold. Also, there are annual fees to be paid both to the Environment Agency for the mooring and to the island’s freeholders for its upkeep – but one of the island’s chores is also a pleasure. Some residents do their shopping by boat and chug up to Kingston to pop into Waitrose.

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Overstrand Mansions SW11 ÂŁ1,895,000 Share of Freehold Battersea Park Sales 020 7720 8077 | battpksales@dng.co.uk

North

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Fulham

Located in this highly sought-after block, this substantial first floor apartment has fantastic views of Battersea Park. The property retains many period features, including two lovely fireplaces and a particularly wide bay window.

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Kensington Gate

3 double bedrooms, Family bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Balcony, EPC: D.

South Kensington

Notting Hill

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Balmuir Gardens SW15 ÂŁ1,895,000 Freehold West Putney Sales 020 8785 6666 | wputneysales@dng.co.uk

South

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Balham

Battersea

Battersea Park

This delightful family house is arranged over 2,224 sq.ft. of spacious living accommodation. The property is located on a pretty residential street in prime West Putney and has views over the distinguished Putney Lawn Tennis Club.

Clapham

East Putney

Southfields & Earlsfield

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Kitchen, Dining room, Reception room, Cloakroom, Cellar, West-facing garden, EPC: D.

West Putney

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Leppoc Road SW4 £1,595,000 Freehold Clapham Sales 020 8675 4400 | claphamsales@dng.co.uk

Western Lane SW12 £895,000 Share of Freehold Balham Sales 020 8673 0191 | balhamsales@dng.co.uk North

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Chelsea

Fulham

A fantastic family home on this popular residential street just off Abbeville Road.

The property maintains a wealth of period features throughout including intricate cornicing, wooden floor boards and beautiful original fireplaces.

5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Open-plan kitchen/dining room, Cloakroom, Cellar, Garden, EPC: D.

A stunning upper maisonette arranged over two floors offering over 1,100 sq.ft. of living space and a south-facing, decked roof terrace. The property is tucked away on a charming cobbled lane running off Nightingale Lane.

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Open-plan reception room/kitchen, Study, South-facing terrace, EPC: D.

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

Pimlico & Westminster

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Longfield Street SW18 ÂŁ850,000 Freehold Southfields Sales 020 8874 8822 | sthfldssales@dng.co.uk

Eckstein Road SW11 ÂŁ799,950 Share of Freehold Battersea Sales 020 7924 2000 | battsales@dng.co.uk South

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Balham

Battersea

Battersea Park

An extremely well-presented house located on this much sought-after, quiet street in Southfields. The family orientated kitchen opens on to a wonderful south-facing garden.

3 bedrooms, Bathroom, Double reception room, Eat-in kitchen, South-facing garden, EPC: E.

This recently refurbished flat is located just moments from the fashionable Northcote Road and Clapham Junction station. The property occupies the upper floors of this Victorian terrace property which boasts a south-facing roof terrace.

2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Reception room, Kitchen, Roof terrace, EPC: C.

Clapham

East Putney

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

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Putney High Street SW15 £1,295 per week Fees apply Furnished/Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk

Stormont Road SW11 £925 per week Fees apply Unfurnished Battersea Lettings 020 7924 2002 | battlets@dng.co.uk North

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Chelsea

Fulham

A quirky and uniquely designed apartment arranged over three floors.

The open-plan dining room has rearaspect folding doors which open on to the exquisite roof terrace.

3 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en-suite), Reception room, Open-plan kitchen/dining room, Roof terrace, Balcony, EPC: D.

A spacious mid terrace Victorian property with period charm and features throughout. Ideally located for the wide and open spaces of Clapham Common, the property offers versatile living accommodation for any family.

5 double bedrooms, Family bathroom, 2 shower rooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cellar, Landscaped garden, EPC: E.

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

Pimlico & Westminster

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Abbeville Road SW4 ÂŁ895 per week Fees apply Unfurnished Clapham Lettings 020 8675 0888 | claphamlets@dng.co.uk

Prince Of Wales Drive SW11 ÂŁ350 per week Fees apply Furnished Battersea Park Lettings 020 7498 5243 | battpklets@dng.co.uk South

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Balham

Battersea

Battersea Park

A family home located in the heart of the Abbeville Village. The property offers a double reception room and a large kitchen/breakfast room, both with access on to the south-facing garden.

4 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Double reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Cellar, Cloakroom, South-facing garden, EPC: E.

This recently refurbished, spacious studio flat is located on the first floor of this popular mansion block. The flat has been finished to the highest standard throughout and benefits from cleverly designed living space.

Studio bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Separate kitchen, Balcony, EPC: F.

Clapham

East Putney

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

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