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74 08 ABSOLUTELY LOVES Absolutely’s top picks this month

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ARTS & CULTURE WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for December

PANTO? NO NO...

Dreading the panto season?

Here are some excellent alternatives

RISE OF ROSAMUND

Hollywood beauty speaks about Gone Girl, Bond and becoming a mum

FASHION 24 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL Find out about the newest trends

27 GIFTS FOR HER Christmas Gift Guide

23 28 GIFTS FOR HIM Christmas Gift Guide

30 THAT’S A WRAP

Coats and everything underneath...

HEALTH & BEAUTY 40 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL Our edit of the best beauty trends

42 BEAUTY GIFTS Christmas Gift Guide

44 FITNESS CONFIDENTIAL

All the coolest new kit to keep you motivated

FOOD & DRINK 48 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL Food news, trends, recipes and Christmas goodies to keep you full this winter

53 GIFTS FOR FOODIES Christmas Gift Guide

56 THE GINGER PIG

Alternative Christmas roasts

62 DECK THE HALLS C o v e r I m a ge G e r a r d Da r e l

How to throw the perfect NYE party and the Little Black Book

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56 TRAVEL 74 STATE OF PLAY Skiing Stateside

80 A TALE OF TWO CITIES A fairytale in New York

HOMES & INTERIORS 95 GIFTS FOR THE HOME Christmas Gift Guide

PROPERT Y 113 PROPERTY NEWS News and views on the area

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hen I was five years old something magical happened: Miracle on 34th Street was released on the silver screen. The iconic film sees Richard Attenborough playing St. Nick. He is wrongly accused and imprisoned for ‘assault’, until a thick-fringed little girl, dressed in shiny Mary Janes, helps to clear his name. This film, for me, epitomises Christmas, and I've watched it every year since in the run up to December 25th. I also re watched the film a few months ago to get me excited about an imminent trip to New York City. Keeping that Empire state of mind, in mind, in this month's issue we take a trip stateside to discover the magic of the Big Apple. We also head to mountains nearby for a luxurious ski break. Turn to page 74 for our New York special.

With movies in mind, we grab a moment with London-born actress, Rosamund Pike, who opens up about playing a psycho in Gone Girl, acting ambition and showering with Batman. Flick to page 18 to read the interview.

Hoping to impress in the kitchen this Christmas? Head to page 56 and take heed from London butchery, The Ginger Pig, who shares a selection of mouthwatering recipes for an unconventional Christmas roast. Or, if you’re throwing a New Year's Eve party, go to page 62 for top tips from Wandsworth party planner, Lyndy Redding, to help you throw the ultimate bash.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas.

See you on the flip side. u

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The beautifully illustrated story of two Bavarian children by Viola M. Jones is made into the perfect clutch for Christmas Eve shenanigans by Olympia Le-Tan. £1,010; theoutnet.com

PUPPY LOVE

Longchamps' iconic Piliage bag turned 20 this year. To celebrate, Alexa Chung returns to front the campaign for a second season. Embodying the casual sophistication of the brand, this time she's joined by a little Jack Russell pup. £765; longchamp.com

TWINKLE TOES

It’s the season to sparkle so slip on these Glitter Kitties and dance the night away. £425; charlotteolympia.com

NO WAY, MOËTT

How anyone could make it through the festivities without a bottle of Moët & Chandon we don't know. Get yours from the great 31Dover. £30; 31dover.com

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SILKEN DREAMS

Inspired by the lounging pajamas worn by Coco Chanel and her contemporaries in the 1920s, these gorgeous sets are what we’ll be waking up in on Christmas day. £330; oliviavonhalle.com

GOLDEN FLAME

Capturing the musky smells of the Chinese herbal market, this cinnamoninfused scent is encased in a hand-spun brass mould – the perfect gift for any house-proud gent. £55; tomdixon.net

ON BOARD

It wouldn't be Christmas without a board game.

This year, play in style with this crystal and crocodile backgammon set. £7,900; lalique.com

FESTIVE SPARKLE

Reworking vintage pieces into bold, statement-making accessories, Iosselliani are an Italian power-duo worth keeping an eye on. This Christmas, we're after the gorgeously festive Full Metal necklace. £393; farfetch.com

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CLEVER MAN

This one’s for those who think watches are passé. With a chic red mink fur strap designed by those at the Fendi fur atelier, this piece proves that watches are in fact timeless. £12200; fendi.com

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PAN’S LABYRINTH 2 December D oodle B ar

he award winning Clapham cultural centre and Spanish language school, Battersea Spanish, is back at The Doodle Bar this month with Spanish food and a fully subtitled screening of the great El Laberinto del Fauno (that's Pan's Labyrinth for those who don't speak español). ◆ 33 Parkgate Road; SW11 batterseaspanish.com

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WINTER WONDERLAND Throughout December Hyde Park

ith the UK's largest outdoor ice rink, a sub-zero magical ice kingdom and forrest with ice-sculpted fairies, Snow Queens and dragons, an ice bar where you can drink a warming shot of vodka from an icy chalice and fairground rides, this really is a winter wonderland. ◆ Hyde Park, W2; hydeparkwinterwonderland.com

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REMBRANDT Later Years Th rough out December The Nation al G aller y

Rembrandt's later years were the most turbulent and controversial of his life. With the burden of bankruptcy, an embarrasing legal fight with a former lover, the loss of his second wife, and the death of his last remaining son, his entire world collapsed around him. Yet, as this critically lauded exhibition proves, while the man was being broken, the artist simply grew stonger. With such an expressive and radical style, these bold drawings show his incredible genius.

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WHITE CHRISTMAS FAIR 6 & 7 December Te stb e d 1

ith over 40 stalls selling everything from sterling silver jewellery to blow dries by the Uffizi pop-up hair bar, and the London Distillery Company offering whiskey tastings, this fair really does has everything you need to get ready to celebrate the party season. ◆ Parkgate Road,SW11; wandsworth.gov.uk

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T h ro u gh o u t D ecem b er S o m e rs e t Ho u s e o celebrate Blondie's 40th anniversary, T Somerset House are showcasing a series of previously unpublished photographs. All taken by co-founder of the band, Chris Stein, this is an incredibly intimate visual record that gives us a real insight into the wild new wave world of the 70s and 80s with other pop culture icons such as Andy Warhol, David Bowie and The Ramones also captured. ◆ Strand, WC2; somersethouse.org.uk

BOOK PICKS D e c e m b e r’s Top T h re e C hr i s t ma s C la s s ic s

A CHRISTMAS CAROL C h a rles D ic ke ns

Penguin Cla ssic s, £6.99

Delve into a true classic with Charles Dickens wonderful A Christmas Carol.

Follow lonely miser Ebenezer Scrooge on his testing adventure, that will ultimately fill you with Christmas cheer.

DAVID HOCKNEY

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Novem b er 25 Ritzy P ic turehou se or this new feature F length documentary, David Hockney has given unprecedented access to his personal archive of photographs and films. The frank and unparalleled visual diary of his long life is truly fascinating - the 77 year old still works in his studio seven days a week and will celebrate the premier screening at The Ritzy by answering a satellite Q&A from his home in LA. Don't miss the legend. ◆ Brixton Oval, SW2; picturehouses.co.uk

THE GREATEST GIFT P h i li p Va n D o re n Ste rn

Simon and Schu ster, £7

The Greatest Gift is a short story in which a depressed, suicidal man named George is taught, through a series of difficult scenarios, that the greatest gift is the gift of life. The book inspired the acclaimed Christmas film, It’s A Wonderful Life.

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THE LATE TURNER

T h ro u gh o u t D ecem b er Tate Br i tai n .M.W Turner is having J some what of a renaissance with Mike Leigh’s autobiographical film being awarded left, right and centre. This extraordinary exhibition continues the trend as, for the first time, all of Turner’s late works are presented together in one collection. ◆ Millbank, SW1P tate.org.uk

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A CHILD’S CHRISTMAS IN WALES D yla n T ho mas Or ion Book s, £27

A Child's Christmas in Wales is a famous piece of prose from Welsh poet, Dylan Thomas. It nostalgically recounts what it is that makes Christmas truly magical for kids, from the viewpoint of a young child.

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ARTS & CULTURE / FEATURE ZOË MARTLEW Cello Cabaret ‘Revue-Z’ • Omnibus Clapham t might have only been open a year, but Omnibus – both Lambeth and I London’s newest arts venue - is already making waves with its innovative program of shows. On December 7th, the former Old Clapham library building plays host to internationally-renowned cellist Zoë Martlew and her inimitable one-woman show.

Part concert, part comedy and part cabaret, Revue-Z features Martlew’s original music for cello and voice – with a hefty dose of digital playback and dramatic monologues.

Martlew’s blurb promises “a blonde, a cello, a mattress and a lot of digital playback.” Brace yourselves… u Omnibus, 1 Northside , SW4; 7th December, 7pm. £12 / £10 concessions; omnibus-clapham.org

PANTO? No no…

Tis the season to be jolly – but that doesn’t have to mean a deluge of badly cross-dressed dames. Panto fail to float your boat? Fear not: there’s plenty of cracking alternatives in South West London Wo r d s c a r a c u M M i n g s

VISUAL CULTURES LECTURE SERIES Susan Hiller • RCA Battersea he penultimate lecture in the Royal College of Art’s flagship Visual Culture Series brings acclaimed artist, writer and performer Susan Hiller to Battersea. The series, the third of its kind from the RCA, focuses on fine art in contemporary culture and attracts a stellar line up of guest speakers.

Hiller, widely recognised as one of the most influential artists of her generation, will discuss her own 40 year artistic journey, creative process, world views and recent solo exhibition. u Gorvy Lecture Theatre, Royal College of Art, 1 Hester Road, SW11; 2nd December, 6.30pm. Free; rca.ac.uk

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t’s a rare thing for the Edinburgh Comedy Award to go to a woman; only three have won the coveted title in its 33year history. It’s even rarer for a triumphant comic to debut an even better show, just a year later. Bridget Christie has managed both feats – making her one of the most exciting comedians out there. Quite simply, you need to see her Comedy Award follow up show ‘An Ungrateful Woman’. Thanks to a tour date at the BAC, you can.

Christie’s carved her niche thanks to a compelling knack of tackling heavy-duty topics with hilarious, well-crafted gags. ‘An Ungrateful

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Woman’ revisits the territory that won her the Edinburgh Award – the treatment of women around the world.

Put simply, Christie’s on a mission to end misogyny; but this isn’t an angry shouting match. Christie weaves a central story about auditioning for a yoghurt advert with material about everything from anti-rape pants, to H&M. The result is an astonishing comedic feat, full of both hysterical quips, and profoundly affecting moments of searing cultural critique. u 15th December, 7.30pm. £18 (premium seats), £15, £12 concession Battersea Arts Centre www.bac.org.uk

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ASSOULINE

Brigitte Bardot, Screenprint in Colour, 1968, £12,000; The Estate of Gerald Laing; gallery.simsreed.com

The Big Book of Chic by Miles Redd, £47; Assouline

LOMOGRAPHY

Smartphone Scanner, £59; conranshop.co.uk

GUSTAV KLIMT

Sea Serpent c1907 Print, £134.99 framed; art.co.uk

STEEPLETONE,

1960's Vinyl Record Player, £79.95; prezzybox.com

V&A

Letterpress Fridge Magnets, £12.50; vandashop.com

BRIDGEMAN ART LIBRARY

London Map Framed Print, £250; johnlewis.com

SONIC EDITIONS

Francoise Hardy at Brands Hatch by Victor Blackman, £115; soniceditions.com

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ALPHABET BAGS

‘Imagination’ Big Canvas Bag, £20; alphabetbags.com

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Etching Kit, £45; vandashop.com

A round-up of the best artistic buys

PENGUIN CLASSICS

Pocketbooks Designed by Coralie Bickford- Smith, £10 each; penguin.co.uk

ION AUDIO

THE HUNT GUIDES

Max LP USB Turntable with Built-In Speakers, £79.95; superfi.co.uk

City Guides, £14 each; thehuntguides.com

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GERALD LAING

Kate Moss, Screenprint in Colours, 2007, £2,880 The Estate of Gerald Laing; gallery.simsreed.com

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The Rise of ROSAMUND From London schoolgirl to Bond Girl and beyond. The dramatic rise of Rosamund Pike Wo r d s S H A U N C U R R A N

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classic beauty: Rosamund Pike made a spectacular debut in the world of movies by playing the glamorous Miranda Frost in Die Another Day; the Pierce Brosnan Bond film that propelled the then 21-year-old actress into a life of fame and fortune. Moviegoers were captivated by her glacial, Hitchcock-blonde looks and classic British accent. Her eloquence was initially taken with scepticism, seeing the general public stereotype her as a “really posh English woman, when really I am just a bit of a wild girl from London.”

This didn't last, with Pike scoring the lead in the epic new thriller, Gone Girl. The early typecasting that resulted from her successful stint as a Bond Girl, set Pike on her path to Hollywood.

Since Die Another Day, Pike has landed roles in acclaimed hits, such as Pride and Prejudice and Made in Dagenham. She has also worked alongside some of the biggest names in movies, including Tom Cruise, Jonny Depp and Ryan Gosling.

Most recently, Pike has been under the

guidance of David Fincher (the esteemed producer behind the super successful Netflix series, House of Cards, as well as The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and The Social Network) who was in the director's chair for the film adaptation of Gone Girl, which is based on the bestselling novel by Gillian Flynn. Like the book, the film is a mystery thriller in which Amy Dunne (Pike) is married to Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck) and is already topping the international box office.

It has garnered widespread acclaim, alongside its fair share of controversy.

While both Pike and Affleck have been praised for their performances, the narrative of Gone Girl has prompted a slew of newspaper think-pieces, as well as a huge reaction on social media, with thousands of people debating whether the movie is a brilliant example of feminism in action, or a horrifically negative depiction of the female psyche.

The seemingly perfect wife, Amy Dunne disappears, revealing a much darker side to her seemingly perfect life.

That said, Pike's off-screen life has been almost as dramatic as Dunne’s.

I’m just a bit of A WILD GIRL from LONDON

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Pike is currently pregnant with her second child with partner Robie Uniacke; the latest installment in a love life that has seen Pike endure two serious heartbreaks.

She met and fell for her first love, fellow actor Simon Woods, whilst they were studying at Oxford University, but after two years together – which included an engagement – Woods declared he was gay and went on to marry Burberry’s Creative Director, Simon Bailey. Pike remained on good terms with her ex, and even acted alongside him again when the pair were cast as lovers Jane Bennet and Charles Bingley in Pride and Prejudice. Pike then fell in love with the director of that movie; Joe Wright, which was quickly followed by plans to marry. But after a falling out over some minor wedding details, he called off the wedding.

After meeting Uniacke four years ago, who is 18 years her senior and twicedivorced, Pike seems to have at last found happiness. Their first son Solo was born in 2012 and they are currently expecting their second child any moment now. “As soon I finished Gone Girl I thought to myself, I need to go and make a human being now,’” she smiles. Pike’s calm demeanor makes it impossible to imagine her ever behaving like Amy Dunne, even in her younger, wilder, West End days.

“Never!” she says with a laugh. “I was never that cool girl. I remember when I was reading the book; I had a strong feeling when I started reading about Amy, because I'd been asked to like this girl but something made me really uneasy about her. I sort of didn't ‘buy it’. It's so funny, because of course Gillian Flynn, the author, had put her finger on the pulse of

As soon I finished

GONE GIRL I thought to myself, ‘I NEED to go and make a HUMAN BEING NOW’ this notion that if a woman is more free and easy she will get the guy she wants. If she stays up until five in the morning and drinks bourbon and doesn't sleep, but can still look hot in the morning as well as eat junk food, yet somehow still manages to get into her size four dress, that'll do it.

There is a juggling act behind all of that in order to maintain the image, and it's an interesting concept.”

Despite her self-professed squeaky clean lifestyle, Pike enjoyed taking on the role of Amy. “It was really fun to be able to be every kind of woman that you can put out there, and know that she's veering on palatable, compelling, confounding; all those things in one person.”

Knowing that she was starring next to the new Batman made it all the more fun; her co-star Affleck has been cast as the protector of Gotham City in Batman vs. Superman, and began his training whilst still filming Gone Girl. “Ben was working out during the shoot and he was becoming Batman before my eyes,” she smiles. “By the time we were in the shower scene, I was with Batman!”

Born in Hammersmith on 27th January 1979 to opera singers Caroline and Julian Pike, she

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was immersed in a culturally rich environment from the word go. Acting was soon “all I wanted to do, from about the age of 10, and I made that very clear to everyone,” she recalls.

Boarding school and a place at the University of Oxford were, in Pike’s opinion, only taking up valuable time in her quest for stardom: a turn as Juliet in Romeo and Juliet at the National Youth Theatre reminded her where her heart truly lay. “I auditioned for so many parts after [playing Juliet], but I couldn't find another one! I had to go back to uni in the end, which I didn’t want to do.”

Back then, lack of opportunity looked to scupper her dreams: but along came 007, and the rest is history. Throughout her career Pike has remained resolutely ambitious, “I just wanted to do it, and once I was doing it to keep doing it. It really is the best job in the world, the most fulfilling one, the one that keeps you young and alive. I always wanted to make it and do it for as long as possible.”

Now, surfing a new wave of success, Pike has set her goals even higher. “I don’t think there is anything wrong with being ambitious now, and I’ve got to the point where I want to be stretched, I want people to know what I am capable of. This is what I want to explore.” ◆ Gone Girl is now in cinemas nationwide

5 FACTS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT ROSAMUND 1. She goes skinny dipping whenever she can. Often finding the nearest lake to wherever she is filming and heading off for a nude swim.

2. She auditioned for the role in Gone Girl via skype as she was in a remote part of Scotland, and had to join a gym to get access to wifi.

3. David Fincher flew her to St Louis to drink whisky with him to check if she had the ‘balls’ to play the part.

4. Because of the amount of

fake blood used in filming Gone Girl, she sometimes had twenty showers a day.

5. She plays the piano and

the cello.

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SAINTS & SINNERS Keep things fresh this season with All Saints reliably edgy AW14 collection. Think heavy leather jackets, thick cream knits, knee high leather boots and pale double denim. Winter never looked so cool. allsaints.com

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Paint the town red in our favourite Christmas partywear essentials words helen baron

LIBERTY STYLE From

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his delightful book surveys eras of taste, from the T various Aesthetic and Arts & Crafts to Art Nouveau, Art Deco and Georgian revival. The thread linking them is Liberty & Co, the West End department store and design house that has served as a byword for style and innovation since its inception in 1875, when founder Arthur Lasenby Liberty first set up shop. The son of a draper, Arthur’s aim was to change the way we look at fashion and interiors by promoting interesting and innovative design.

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Knitwear needn’t be dour when you can dress it up with oh-so-ontrend thigh-high boots. More Barbarella than Pretty Woman, we’re coveting this lush ‘Saris’ pair from All Saints. A bit more bang for your office buck considering they’ll take you from day to night – just swap the chunky knits for an LBD. £298; allsaints.com

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CANDY CRUSH Alexa Jay

Stocked in Anthropologie, Alexa Jay handbags and accessories are available in a variety of shades, including pretty pastel combinations. Perfect for adding a pop of colour to your LBD...

Pastel Mini Clutch, £145; alexajay.com

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The reign of faux fur continues, as exemplified by the new coat collection from Shrimps. The biker jacket is our pick – crafted from brushed felt and interwoven with wool for warmth and durability.

And it’s not all serious – the lightblue faux fur collar adds a typically playful accent. £495; net-a-porter.com

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What could be better for party season than a towering pair of flame-red velvet pumps from Fendi? Pretty as a picture, they cast your mind back to the golden age of cinema. Think The Red Shoes and The Wizard of Oz, and let your feet do the talking. £465; mytheresa.com

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BLACK MAGIC Charlotte Aluna

The ‘Lottie’ vanity case by new luxe label Charlotte Aluna is the bag of the moment. The future classic box bags are hand made in London and are already a huge hit with the fashion pack and It girls Laura Whitmore, Paloma Faith and Rita Ora. £750 charlottealuna.com

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07 1. AUSTIQUE, iPad Case, £40; austique.co.uk 2. VICTORIA BECKHAM, Leather Shoulder Bag, £495; net-a-porter.com 3. BRORA, Felt Trilby in Forest, £69; brora.co.uk 4. HOBBS, Rosie Cat Belt, Navy, £39; johnlewis.com 5. ASPINAL OF LONDON, Ladies Fur Cuffed Leather Gloves, £125; aspinaloflondon.com 6. SALVATORE FERRAGAMO, Silk Gancini Logo Scarf, £219; harrods.com 7. TD TOM DAVIES, 07453 Gold Leaf Sunglasses, £395; tdtomdavies.com

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FASHION / GIFT GUIDE LOST MARCH

No 3 Perfume Set, £160; conranshop.co.uk

HOLISTIC SILK

BALENCIAGA

Single Monogrammed Eye Mask, £46; holisticsilk.com

Leather and Suede Long Gloves, £345; matchesfashion.com

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

V-neck tulip-jacquard dress, £1,520; alexandermcqueen.com

ALEXANDER WANG

Prisma EmbossedLeather Backpack, £1,025; matchesfashion.com

MISSONI

Jasmine Long Umbrella, £75; matchesfashion.com

RORSCHACH

Everyday Notebook set, £9; riflepaperco.com

CARAN D'ACHE

Ecridor Mademoiselle, £180; stonemarketing.com

CADENZZA

RALPH LAUREN

Chunky Chain Bracelet and Rings, £POA; ralphlauren.co.uk

GEORG JENSEN

Concave 316 Ladies' Watch, £925; georgjensen.com

B & O PLAY

H6 Leather Over-Ear Headphones, £329.99; selfridges.com

GIFTS FOR HER

St Kilda for Cadenzza Ring, £47; cadenzza.co.uk

GLOBETROTTER

Ivory Blanket and Holder, £390; globetrotter1897.com

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ASPINAL OF LONDON

Gabi Leather Ankle Boots, £533; matchesfashion.com

Marylebone Tote in Monochrome Saffiano, £895; Tech Charger, £100; aspinaloflondon.com

MARNI

Leather Bag Key Ring, £260; marni.com

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FASHION / GIFT GUIDE ROLEX

LEICA

Cellini Date; POA rolex.com

V-Lux 4 Digital Camera, £629; selfridges.com

MONTBLANC

Meisterstück Solitaire Geometric Dimension Fountain Pen, £1,075; montblanc.com

ALFORD AND HOFF

The Fragrance, £95; alfordandhoff.com

Tones by J.M. Weston; jmweston.fr

ULTRASONE

Edition 10 Over-Ear Headphones, £1,699; selfridges.com

THE HAIG CLUB

Single Grain Scotch Whisky, £45; alexanderandjames.com

THE MERCHANT FOX

Fox Mask Sterling Silver Cufflinks, £135; themerchantfox.co.uk

AESOP

TOM FORD

Resolute Hydrating Body Balm, from £25; aesop.com

Beard Oil, £31; Beard Comb, £22; tomford.com

TOM FORD

Buckley Suede Flat Trapeze Briefcase, £1,964; Available at Tom Ford, 201-202 Sloane Street

LONDON UNDERCOVER

Oxford City Gent Umbrella, £125; londonundercover.co.uk

GIFTS FOR HIM Our edit of the coolest Christmas gifts for men

ASPINAL

TED BAKER

iPad Mini Sleeve, £75; aspinaloflondon.com

Football, £39.95; houseoffraser.co.uk

GOOGLE GLASS

Google Glass Bold Frame, £1,120; mrporter.com

THE MERCHANT FOX

EDWIN JAGGER

Hand Made Bridle Leather Belt, £95; themerchantfox.co.uk

Black 3 Piece Shaving Set, £89; theinsideman.co.uk

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Oatmeal Wool Cable Knit Sweater, £165, by Duffy White Silk and Lace Gown, £600, by Myla Diamond Earrings, £120, by Carat London

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WRAP Be it wool blend, cotton or cable knit– when you’ve found your winter coat, why wear anything else?

Photography Louise Samuelsen Styling Charlie Moore

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Black Roll Neck Body Suit, £119, by Wolford Black Lace Pencil Skirt, £645, by La Perla Diamond Earrings, £120, by Carat London

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Cream Cotton Trench Coat, £795, by Pavane at Fenwick Lace Bra (just seen), £110, by Myla Stockings, £6.25, by Charnos at House of Fraser Diamond Earrings, £120, by Carat London

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Cream Wool Coat, £695, by Issa Black Roll Neck Body Suit, £119, by Wolford Suede Black Boots, £1,150, by Jimmy Choo Grey Leather Clutch, £450, by Anya Hindmarch Diamond Earrings, £142, by Carat London Leather Gloves, £260, by Corlette

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Black Wool Coat, £995, and Leather Belt, £375, both by Amanda Wakeley Metal and Acetate Sunglasses, £235, by Dior Diamond Earrings, £142, by Carat London Leather Gloves, £612, by Corlette Black Leather Embossed Bag, £705,

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Black Silk Bra, £110, by Damaris Navy Wool Blend Coat, £795, by Joseph at net-a-porter Leather Gloves, £260, by Corlette Navy Cotton Pinstripe Trousers, £385, by Vivienne Westwood at Fenwick Clear Perspex and Black Leather Patent Shoes, £500, by Aquazurra

Stockists amandawakely.com anyahindmarch.com aquazzura.com caratlondon.com corlette.co.uk damaris.co.uk Dior Sunglasses 0800 7234 5600 duffyny.com Photographer - Louise Samuelsen at ONE Represents Stylist - Charlie Moore Hair and Make-up - Wendy Turner at Stella Creative Artists using Bumble & Bumble and Cosmetics a la Carte Model - Darya at Premier Photographers Assistant - Sam Jackson With thanks to the Savoy . Strand, Savoy Way, WC2R, 020 7836 4343; fairmont.com/savoy-london/

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fenwick.co.uk houseoffraser.co.uk jimmychoo.com matchesfashion.com myla.com net-a-porter.com Wolford 020 7494 4343

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p. 40

BEAUTY GIFT GUIDE p. 42

SAVING FACE Avoid any make-up blunders this Christmas with Tom Ford's impossibly elegant AW14 make-up collection. Classic colours, subtle glitters and all the tools for a flawless base, this range has got it covered. tomford.com

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SA LO N R e v i e w

CAMERINI Clapham

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

Go for gold with our fragrance round up, perfect your pout and revive tired locks

ith cold weather come the obligatory roll necks, thick knits W and long scarves. For me, it’s also time to go back to my roots.

For the past three consecutive summers, I have transformed my hair with subtle ombre or balayage, by progressively adding blond touches to the tips, while each autumn returning to the dark side. Sticking to tradition, it was time to get my hair looking healthy for winter.

Camerini were my salon of choice: well reviewed, local and independent. Located just up St John’s Hill, Camerini is the kind neighbourhood salon most people would love to have, a place where the cuts are good and the staff are efficient.

My stylist took time to listen to me, “I just want it to look natural,” I said, pointing to my roots and flashing a picture of Alexa Chung's über chic mid-brown locks. My natural colour is a mid to dark brown, with natural caramel and auburn hues, much like Miss Chung's. The stylist used Joico hair colour and treatments, a brand dedicated to “pushing the boundaries of technology to improve the performance of our products in the salon and at home.”

The Chrome semi-permanent colour was natural brown and was simply painted onto my hair, left for 20 minutes then washed off.

This quick colour conversion was followed by the intense Joico Protein treatment, a swift trim and blowdry.

I walked out of Camerini the happiest I have walked out of a salon in a long time.

Good job, Camerini, good job. ◆

W o r d s r o m y va n d e n b r o e k e

Read my Lips Guerlain

French beauty giants Guerlain have the Christmas party season covered with its sultry new winter makeup collection modelled here by the brand’s venerable ambassador, Natalia Vodianova. guerlain.com

CAMERINI 143a St John’s Hill, SW11, 020 7223 7788; camerini.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY / NOTES the guide to gilded fragrances

HEAVEN SCENT T o m Fo r d

01

Possibly the best fragrance in the world (or at least in our eyes) Tom Ford have launched a small range - perfume, soap and body moisturiser - honouring the scent. Tom Ford, Jasmin Rouge, Prices Vary; tomford.com

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FRESH THINKING

04

S AC H AJ UA N

Heavy night, but no time to wash your hair? Fear not, Sachajuan has it covered with their floral hair perfume, which keeps hair smelling fresh, reduces frizz and adds shine. Sachajuan, Protective Hair Perfume, £40; harrods.com

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editor’s

PICK FACE IT Kerstin Florian

07

Perk up your face with Kerstin Florian’s Pure Transformation deluxe gift box, which includes a daily cleanser, multi-day vitamin créme SPF 30 and a brightening eye créme. Kerstin Florian, Pure Transformation Kit, £130; kerstinflorian.co.uk

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LOCK IT UP Original & Mineral

Keep your hair in tip top condition this winter with O&M’s vast range of hair protecting goodies. Each product has been formulated to maintain colour with added UV protection. O&M, Prices Vary; selfridges.com

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09 1.ELIZABETH ARDEN, UNTOLD ABSOLU, £40; debenhams.com 2. CARVEN, LE PARFUM, £38; HARRODS.COM 3. JOHN VARVATOS OUD, £90; johnvarvatos.com 4. CARTIER, EXTRAIT DE PARFUM LA PANTHÈRE, £121; harrods.com 5. ROJA PARFUMS, AMBER EXTRAIT, £275; rojaparfums.com 6. PACO RABANNE, LADY MILLION EAU MY GOLD!, £60.50; boots.com 7. LOEWE, QUIZÁS SEDUCCIÓN, £44.50; The Fragrance shop, Unit 46, sw18 8. LA PERLA, J'AIME GOLD EDITION, £69; JOHNLEWIS.COM 9. MOSCHINO, CHEAP AND CHIC STARS, £60; harrods.com

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05/11/2014 14:31

HEALTH & BEAUTY / PRODUCTS BOBBI BROWN

Shimmer Nail Varnishes, £11; bobbibrown.co.uk

CARVEN

Ma Griffe gift set, £75; selfridges.com

EVE LOM

Christmas Kiss Mix, £16; evelom.com

CIATÉ

Candy Cane Glitter Nail Varnishes, £25 for set; selfridges.com

NEOM

Christmas Wish Scented Candle, £45; neomorganics.com

CARTIER

La Panthère, from £36; harrods.com

KORRES

Beautiful Blooms Christmas Gift Set, £18; debenhams.co.uk

ELLIE SAAB

Le Parfum gift set, £54; feelunique.com

TOM FORD

Luxury Trousseau, £920; tomford.com

001 LONDON

Selection from decadent gift bar, from £49; 011skincare.com

BEAUTY GIFTS Our edit of the finest gifts for the beauty obsessed

CODAGE PARIS

Tryptique Seasonal, £89; selfridges.com

VERSO

CLARINS CIATÉ

Nail Polish in Confetti, £9; ciatelondon.com

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Super Serum Series, £136; uk.spacenk.com

Christmas Crackers, £39; clarins.com

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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

S P I N D O C TO R Absolutely’s guide to the best spin classes in London

P S YC L E

sycle is one of the most talked about fitness classes in London right now. With a routine designed by Olympian trainer, coach and advisor Tim Weeks, this is a high intensity full-body workout that not only involves using your own weight to target the abdominal and arm muscles but dumbbells too. Each and every instructor is seriously cool, so lose yourself in the music, enjoy and leave determined to return. ◆ 76 Mortimer Street, W1W; psyclelondon.com

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BOOM

ith a playlist that included 212 by Azealia Banks, it’s was all about the big beat at BOOM. Our instructor, Bangs, has a quote she likes to live by: ‘It hurts now, it won’t hurt forever.’ With that in mind, she pushed us to our limit and then leapt off of her own bike and ran up and down the studio cheering us on, making us push ourselves even further. Leaving the studio with massive grins, peanut butter recovery milkshakes and the giggles - we managed to annoy more than one sleepy Thursday morning commuter. Result. ◆ 16 Procter Street, WC1V; boomcycle.co.uk

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impler than the other two - which are far more ‘American’ in style - Soho’s spin class does exactly what you need. The class itself was fast paced, motivational and toughenough. While it’s not as on-trend or as exclusive as the inner-city spin-specific clubs, you really can’t complain, sprint cycling to the sound of Britney circa 2004 meant we left the studio with a pretty impressive endorphin high. Bonus points for the Soho team who, at 7am on a Monday morning, got us working hard and smiling while doing it. ◆ 95-97 Clapham High Street, SW4; sohogyms.com

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HAUTE SPORT A l e x a n d e r Wa n g X H & M

Creative director of Balenciaga, Alexander Wang, has put his fashion credentials to a new project with high street brand, H&M, uniting winter sportswear and high fashion. hm.com

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PICK EAT CLEAN Primal Kitchen

Fast becoming our favourite health food brand, Primal Kitchen have added another delicious paleo bar to its evergrowing repertoire. The mix of hazelnut and cocoa make it the perfect midafternoon alternative for those craving something sweet. £1.49, theprimalkitchen.co.uk

PUMP IT UP Chanel

Cara Delevingne is the face, along with Leona Binx Walton, of Chanel's AW14 campaign.

Shot by Karl Largerfeld, it may not be the most sensible workout gear around, but if there's the sheer chance of looking as cool as Cara, we are on board. chanel.com

6 OF THE BEST LEGGINGS

THE HOOD Nike

03

As the cold weather draws in, keep yourself dry and warm with Nike's new Holiday 2014 Nike Tech Pack collection. This Tech Fleece Aeroloft is ideal for keeping out the chill as it has a goose down fill and a thick fleece exterior for premium insulation. nike.com

02

01

BARRE BAND Kitsch

Keep your hair out of your face when working out with one of these cute headbands from Kitsch. Available in four different colourways, choose from 'Zumba Zealot', 'Voga Vixen', 'Pyscle Sister' or our favourite, 'Barre Core Babe.' £7.50; mykitsch.com

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1. PHAT BUDDHA WEAR, Miss Saigon, £30; phatbuddhawear.com 2. LUCAS HUGH, Vitascope Print Leggings, £280; lucashugh.com 3. EVERY SECOND COUNTS, Game Changer Capri, £72; everysecondcounts.co.uk 4. LUCAS HUGH, Quantam Leggings, £280; lucashugh.com 5.NIKE, Printed Leggings, £60; nike.com 6. SUKI SHUFU, Leggings, prices range from £39; sukishufu.com

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Italian cuisine and Edible owers have landed in Clapham High Street, London!

A very warm welcome to Lotus London, a unique Italian cuisine and cocktail bar with a difference..

Living up to the Lotus originally meaning of creation and rebirth, Lotus London brings new twists, rebirthing the Classic girl about town cocktails and Italian dishes. The experience within its self will have you coming back for more.

See website for Christmas Menu | www.lotusbar.co.uk Phone: 020 7720 2516 - 07506 881041 | Email: info@lotusbar.co.uk | Address : 76 Clapham High Street London, SW4 7UL

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GIFTS FOR FOODIES

p. 53

THE GINGER PIG

p. 56

DECK THE HALLS

p. 62

TIS THE SEASON What’s more Christmassy than the annual Marks and Spencer’s adverts? In true M&S fashion they’ve launched a mouthwatering range of vol-au-vents and canapés to see you through this year’s festivities. marksandspencer.co.uk

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

COPAS TURKEY TIPS

kitchen

CONFIDENTIAL How to carve a turkey, festive meringues and other Christmas goodies

Wo r d s E L I Z A B E T H H U T T O N

n the first frosty evening of the year, Absolutely joined Brenda and Tom Copas Jr from the critically acclaimed, family-owned Copas Turkeys for a Christmas cookery & carvery masterclass. Having (apparently) mastered the art, here’s what we learnt:

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THE PERFECT ROAST 01 Quarter an onion and core a Cox’s apple.

Place these in the body cavity with a sprig of rosemary. Only ever stuff from the neck and fill it full of sausage meat and sage. 02 Cook the bird on its back until the last half an hour of roasting.

This will keep the breast meat succulent while the brown meat cooks evenly. Insert Copas’ heat-activated pop-up timer into the breast and only remove the turkey from the oven once this has popped-up. 03 For homemade gravy, boil the vaccuum-packed giblets provided in water with celery, carrot, sage, rosemary, parsley, bay leaf, pepper and salt for a couple of hours. Once the turkey is out and resting, transfer this stock into the baking tray and scrape off all the delicious caramelised flavours from the bottom of the tin.

THE SKILLFUL CARVERY 01 Once the turkey has been rested, hold the leg by the knuckle and twist while slicing along the space where the leg meets the body. Once removed, slice large pieces of meat away from the drumstick. To do the same to the wing, simply slice through the joint and pull. 02 For the breast meat, slowly follow the breastbone with your knife and carefully cut from one side at an angle.

Cutting along the grain of the meat will make the most out of the turkey and result in evenly succulent slices. 03 Every turkey has an extremely tender and juicy round piece of meat hidden in the middle of its backbone. This is called the ‘oyster’. To locate, place the turkey on it’s back and poke around – it’s a bit of guess work but dig in and it should pop out. ◆

THE DETAILS Order online or search for local stockists at copasturkeys.co.uk

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Just Desserts Meringue Girls

Rising culinary stars, the Meringue Girls have been tempting us with their sweet treats for quite sometime. Now they've teamed up with oven brand, Rangemaster, and launched a range of seasonal meringue recipes, including Mayan chilli chocolate, spiced apple crumble and boozy winter Eton mess. meringuegirls.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES CHARLIE GILKES Cocktail of the month

Inverno A Napoli

WHO ATE ALL THE PIES? G a i l ’s

With branches all over London, and one down the road in Battersea, head to Gail’s Artisan bakery and indulge in their freshly baked Christmas goodies. The mince pies are insane... 64 Northcote Road, SW11; gailsbread.co.uk

editor’s

PICK

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METHOD

(to be mixed, stirred, heated, and then served warm in a Brandy glass)

SWEET TREAT Hotel Chocolat

Know someone who has been very good this year? Treat them to Hotel Chocolat’s indulgent Box of Christmas, which includes beautifully presented pecan bûche, butterscotch puddles and even a cheeky bottle of fizz. £25, 10 Church Street, KT1; hotelchocolat.com

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RECIPE

Orange zest and cloves infused Martini Bianco 4cl • Calvados 3cl • Apple Juice 6cl • Optional Caramelized Apple and Cinnamon stick as a garnish. • Homemade chocolate bitter 2 drops, (home bought chocolate bitters work well too.)

Bunga Bunga, 37 Battersea Bridge Road, SW11; inception-group.com

CHRISTMAS PUD Hotel Café Royal

Thought you’d heard of every food combination possible? Step aside Cronut, it's time for the Minceroon – a delicious hybrid of mince pie flavour and macaroon created for the festive season at London’s Hotel Café Royal. hotelcaferoyal.com

CA F E

of the month

No. 32 WHEN IN ROME Ye s C h e f

The ideal gift for pasta lovers, this set from Yes Chef contains everything eager chefs need to cook up a feast.

It even includes a black and white truffle oil from iO, Truffle Hunter tagliatelle with black truffle, black truffle & porcini sals and white truffle honey. Yum. £89.95; notonthehighstreet.com

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W o r d s R O M Y VA N D E N B R O E K E ocal cafe-cum-bar, No. 32, opened a few months ago on Northcote Road and has swiftly made a name for itself as one of Clapham’s best all-day dining spots. Serving everything from blueberry pancakes, crushed avocado and feta for breakfast, to burrata open sandwiches for lunch and bigger options like venison, smoked lardon and portobello mushroom pie for supper. Try one of their espresso martinis too, they’re spot on. u 32 The Pavement, SW4; no32theoldtown.co.uk

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CARNE ARGENTINA UNICA

OUR BEEF IS JUST THE BEGINNING

HELLO WIMBLEDON YOUR TABLE IS WAITING

OPEN 14TH NOVEMBER - BOOK NOW - 0208 605 9091

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FOOD & DRINK / RESTAURANT REVIEW

Try the PORN

STAR MARTINI,” WHISPERS BORJA.

“It’s really classy.

HOT STUFF Warm, welcoming and just the right kind of weird - Zumbura’s an instant hit for Old Town Wo r d s C a r a C u M M w i n g s

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t’s not every day a Spanish waiter can convince me of the elegance inherent in a cocktail honouring the adult entertainment industry.

Then again, it’s not every day Clapham can be called a hotbed of culinary innovation. Zumbura, the latest Indian eatery to land in SW4, manages to achieve both.

Three former furniture retailers have turned a slice of Old Town into a delicately dazzling gem. Aamir Ahmad, Sean Galligan and David Garrett (if they sound familiar, it’s because you almost definitely own a piece of their Dwell furniture) have fulfilled Aamir’s lifelong dream of opening a restaurant that serves the food he grew up eating. Their secret weapon? A menu of recipes passed down

through generations of the Ahmad family, Raju Rawat in the kitchen - fresh from 15 years at stellar Indian eateries Benares, Cinnamon Club and Bombay Bicycle Club - and a cocktail list to boot.

Several tables were already full as we took our seats at the bar, an intricately carved wooden beauty cut from a single oak that runs the length of the room.

We kicked off with cocktails - fruity wallahs (Bacardi, mint, lime, apple and lychee juice stirred with chaat masala - yes, chaat masala) and the signature Zumbura martini. Fragrant, refreshing twists on Western classics, both packed a serious punch.

Menu-wise, Zumbura leaps aboard the sharing-plate bandwagon, but again adds its own twist: enough food to stem

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the panic of not getting enough food. And boy, what food it is. Spiced potato cakes and fresh, crispy pakora start the meal.

Both are exquisitely cooked with none of the grease that is so often associated with Indian starters.

On to mains - sikkiwe lamp chops, twice marinated in herbs are an aromatic, finger-licking riot, cooked to tender perfection. Spiced mutton with peas is understated, whilst the beef kofte meatballs are a rich, velvety sensation.

This is grown up comfort food at it’s best. Hari murghi chicken, dryer than it’s counterparts, left a little to be desired, and the dahl was too runny for our liking.

Desserts are the Indian restaurant’s Achilles heel, and Zumbura makes a valiant effort to shift perceptions. It’s a mixed bag of knockout triumphs - rose milk kulfi and pistachio ice cream will have you closed-eyed with joy - and a bravely bizarre failure in the gajjar ka halwa. A creamed carrot pudding, served warm, and I couldn’t seem to get past how similar it looked to cat food.

Overall, Zumbura proved informal, laid back and insatiably quirky, both in food and atmosphere. The staff are attentive, prices are a steal and they’ve got a winning cocktail list, all reason enough to book again soon. u Zum b u r a 36a Old Town, Clapham, SW4 0LB. Meal for two with drinks: around £55 0207 720 7902, www.zumbura.com

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ABSOLUTELY / PROMOTION BLACK TRUFFLE is better to COOK WITH , but can ALSO be GRATED RAW

TRUFFLES AT ENOTECA TURI

pyramidal cusps and its black brown flesh with white veins. It has an intense smell and is often used in haute cuisine.

Black truffle is better to cook with, but can also be grated raw onto dishes.

Bianchetto Truffle (Tuber Borchii Vittadini) is a white spring truffle found from January to early April. It has its own distinctive flavour milder than the Magnatum Pico and is best shaved on fresh pasta dishes.

Tartufo Bianco d’Alba (Tuber Magnatum) white truffle is the most expensive, rare and sublime of the truffle species. The most prized of these comes from Piedmont in Langhe, around the town of Alba with its annual Truffle Fair. The intensity of the flavour of this tuber is such that 2 to 3 grams are enough to make a simple butter tagliolini or Parmesan risotto an unforgettable experience. With such flavour comes an unforgettable price, which can range from £2,500 per kilo to £5,000 per kilo depending on the quality and availability of the season. ◆

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ruffle or Tartufo in Italian (derived from the Latin T Tuber) is a mushroom that grows underground on the roots of trees such as beech and hazel.

Since antiquity the truffle has been a highly prized luxury. In Ancient Rome Plutarch and Juvenal noted that these fungi resulted from the god Jove throwing bolts of lightening near an oak tree.

Because of this belief, it was also thought to have aphrodisiac qualities. Although modern science has rendered this myth untrue, due to its rarity and flavour, the fungus remains one of the most cherished delicacies in the world.

It is important to know your truffle, as the price will vary from £ 150 per kilo to £5,000 per kilo.

That begs the question, which truffle?

Tartufo Estivo (Tuber Aestivum) and Tartufo Nero Scorzone (Tuber Uncinatum), are two similar varieties of black truffle, perhaps related, most widely used in restaurants due to their versatility and relative value. Estivo harvested from March to September has a mild hazelnut flavour, pale flesh with grey veins. Nero Scorzone, similar in appearance is collected from October to February and is particularly good in sauces with game.

Tartufo Nero Pregiato (Tuber Melanosporum), also known as black Périgord truffle, is the king of the black truffle. Found in late autumn, it is distinguishable from the other varieties by its black-brown skin with small

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Book yourself in for Enoteca Turi’s special white truffle menu 17 – 29 November.

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FOOD & DRINK / RECIPES

Three-Bird Celebration Roast S erves 1 0 Takes 5 h ours • 5kg (11lb) goose, tunnel-boned • 1.3kg (3lb) chicken, tunnel-boned and skinned • 1 pheasant, tunnel-boned and skinned • 25g (10oz) flour

For th e stock • Bird bones from butcher • 2 carrots • 2 celery sticks, cut in half • 2 onions, peeled • 1 bouquet garni

For th e stuffi n g • 1kg (2lb 4oz) pork sausage meat • 3 shallots, peeled and diced • 2 garlic cloves, peeled, crushed and diced • 4 apples, peeled and grated • Zest and juice of 2 oranges • 1 tbsp chopped sage leaves • 1 tbsp chopped parsley • Sea salt • Freshly ground black pepper

ME T HO D 01 First make the stock. Place the bones in a pan and add the carrots, celery, onions and bouquet garni, cover with water and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.

Strain discarding the solids, then simmer the stock again to reduce to about 750ml (1 ¼ pints).

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03 Fill the pheasant with a small amount of the stuffing and place inside the chicken. Carefully insert a layer of stuffing between the pheasant and chicken. Place these two birds inside the goose, then insert the remaining stuffing between the chicken and goose, working it to recreate the shape of the outer bird.

04 Secure each end with a couple of skewers to keep the stuffing inside.

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02 Meanwhile put all the stuffing ingredients in a bowl, add seasoning and mix thoroughly by hand.

05 Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Place the three-bird roast in a lightly oiled roasting tin, cover with a foil tent and cook for 3 hours and 20 minutes, checking and basting a couple of times. Remove the foil and roast for a further 40 minutes so that the skin can crisp up.

06 When cooked through, transfer the roast to a warm serving plate, cover and keep warm for at least 25 minutes before carving.

07 Meanwhile, make the gravy. Sprinkle the flour into the roasting tin and blend until smooth. Place over the heat and slowly pour in the stock, stirring constantly until boiling and just thickened. Season and serve hot with the three-bird roast. ◆

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Indian Roast Game Birds S e r ves 4 - 5 Ta k es 1 ho ur p l us o v e rn igh t m a r i n a ti n g I n gr e d i e nts • 4 small game birds e.g. pigeon, partridge, pheasant • 1 tbsp oil

F or th e Marinade • 6 cloves • 1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon • 2 tsp ground coriander • Generous grating of fresh nutmeg • 1 tsp turmeric • 2 tsp ground cumin • 8 cardamom pods • 2 tsp cayenne pepper • 2 tsp sea salt • 5cm (2in) piece of fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped • 5 garlic cloves, crushed, peeled and roughly chopped • 200ml (7fl oz) natural yoghurt • Zest and juice of 1 lemon

ME T HO D 01 First make the marinade. Put all the spices and salt in a blender and whiz together until all finely ground. Add the ginger, garlic and onion and whiz again until you have a paste. Finally, blend in the yoghurt, lemon zest and juice.

02 Skin the birds and cut in half along the breastbone and then the spine. Cut these pieces in half and score 3 slashes in the flesh of each piece. Place in the marinade and stir to coat thoroughly. Cover and place in the fridge overnight.

03 Remove the chilled game from the fridge at least 1 hour before starting to cook, so it can come up to room temperature. Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/gas mark 6 and heat the oil in a large roasting tin.

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04 Arrange the game in a single layer in the tin and place at the top of the oven. Cook for 8-10 minutes, then turn and cook for a further 8-10 minutes. Serve with spiced rice, a tomato, onion and coriander salad, and naan breads. ◆

Cherries will be out of season over Christmas but don’t feel ashamed to use a tin of cherries to add a juicy sauce to this simple but delicious roast duck.

S erves 2-3 I N G RE DI E N TS • 2kg (4lb 8oz) Yorkshire duck • Sea salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 200g (7oz) cherries, stoned • 50ml (2fl oz) Port • 75ml (3fl oz) chicken stock • 4 sprigs of thyme • 2 tbsp Ginger Pig Redcurrant jelly

ME T HO D 01 Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Trim the duck of any excess skin and remove the fat from the inside cavity at the neck end. Jab the duck all over with a finepronged fork to help release the excess fat while cooking. Season well and place the duck on a roasting cradle over a roasting tin. Cook in the oven for 1 ¼ hours.

02 Increase the oven temperature to 220°C/425°F/gas mark 7 and roast for a further 20 minutes until the juices run clear when the thickest part of the leg is pierced with a skewer and the skin is crispy. Remove the duck from the oven and leave it to rest in a warm place for 15 minutes.

03 Remove the excess fat from the roasting pan with a metal spoon and pour the cooking juices into a saucepan with the cherries, Port, stock, thyme and Ginger Pig redcurrant jelly. Bring to a boil and simmer to reduce by half. Add any juices that have come from the resting duck. Carve the duck and serve with the cherries and juices. ◆

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ME T HO D To make the pastry, sift the flour into a large bowl. Melt 50g (2oz) of the butter and mix with the salt, vinegar and 230ml (8fl oz) of ice cold water. Add this liquid to the flour and mix to a smooth dough. Cover in Clingfilm and place in the fridge for 1 hour.

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I N GR E D I E NTS • 550g (1lb 4oz) minced pork • 175g (6oz) pork fat, minced • 100g (3½oz) breadcrumbs • 2tsp dried mixed herbs • 1tsp chopped sage • 150g (5½oz) stilton cheese, crumbled • 50g fresh cranberries • Sea salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 1 egg, beaten (for brushing the pastry)

F or th e past ry • 600g (1lb 5oz) very strong white flour, preferably ‘00’ • 450g (1lb) chilled butter • Pinch of salt • 2tbsp white wine vinegar

02 Place the remaining butter between 2 sheets of Clingfilm and roll it out to the thickness of your finger. On a lightly floured work surface, roll out the chilled pastry to a rectangle just over twice the size of the butter. Place the butter in the middle and fold the sides of the pastry over it. Roll out again to a rectangle the same size as it was before the butter was added, then fold in thirds. Roll out once more, give it a quarter turn and fold in thirds again. Cover in Clingfilm and chill for 1 hour. Repeat the rolling and folding 4 more times, adding a light dusting

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of flour each time, then wrapping and chilling as before. Leave to rest in the fridge overnight.

03 Combine the pork and fat in a bowl. Add the breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, cranberries, seasoning and 125ml (4fl oz) of water. Mix with your hands until evenly blended. Chill overnight.

04 Preheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/gas mark 4. Roll the pastry out to about 40 x 30cm (16 x 12in) and cut it into 3 lengthways strips about 10cm (4in) wide. Work the sausage meat into a long roll as thick as your thumb and place along a strip of pastry. Brush the exposed pastry with egg, then roll over and crimp the edges. Repeat twice more. Brush with egg, place on a baking sheet and bake for 50 minutes. ◆

Recipes taken from The Ginger Pig Meat Book and Farmhouse Cook Book (Mitchell Beazley)

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Deck The Halls Ring in the New Year with this insider guide from the brilliant partyplanner, Lyndy Redding, of Absolute Taste Wo r d s I S A B E L J O N E S

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Her business, Absolute Taste, is based in Wandsworth town and has been there for 15 years.

Although the business has outgrown the small town with regards to clients and the magnitude of the events (one such recent event was the Centrepoint Winter Whites Gala at Kensington Palace, hosted

by HRH Duke of Cambridge) she is dedicated to the area and tries to get involved in local events as much as she can. For the Winter Whites Gala, the Absolute Taste team put together a colossal three-course dinner for 200 guests, with dishes including lobster and jumbo Mediterranean prawn cocktails, 28-day aged fillet of beef with potato dauphinois, followed by their signature chocolate mousse torte which comes sprinkled with white chocolate snow. The most exciting local event for them this year is the ßber elaborate New Year’s Eve party, and here's how to do it yourself.

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urveyor of the Sunday Roast variety, P Lamberts in Balham is a modest culinary gem. The Sunday roast may be a pub staple, but this smart restaurant gets it spot on.

Come Sunday, the restaurant knocks out killer mains alongside great starters. Begin your Sunday with one of their signature Bloody Marys: the vodka is infused with horseradish, white pepper and celery, and comes topped with thick spiced tomato juice.

Starters are good, but we'd recommend the ham hock with split peas and parsley yoghurt.

Obviously, the star of the show is the roast. Choose from seasonal game birds or classics like rare roasted Angus rump, which is ridiculously tender.

But it was the spatchcock poussin served with crispy roast potatoes, sweetcorn, parsnips and creamy homemade bread sauce that won them the top spot. ◆

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ith Christmas just around the corner there's one thing that we can't seem to get off our mind: Christmas Dinner. Arguably one of the best, and biggest, meals of the year, there is only one thing to satisfy our cravings ahead of the big day, a decent Sunday Roast. Food. Edited. trailed the breadth of Southwest London to find you three Sunday Roasts good enough to make you wish it was Christmas, or at least Sunday, everyday.

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f you ever feel nostalgic for your childhood, I head to The Abbeville in Clapham, where the lamb is pink, the red cabbage is crunchy and the Yorkshire puddings are, quite literally, bigger than your head. Ideal for families, the rustic pub’s exposed beams, open fire and village-style atmosphere mean that you soon forget you’re in zone 2. The free-range and grass-fed meat, raised by Jamie

£16; 2 Station Parade, Balham High Road, SW12; lambertsrestaurant.co.uk

urprisingly elegant for a traditional British pub, the interior of The Dog and Fox in Wimbledon is fresh and modern with lilac and yellow accents. The roast has been named one of the best in the area, so we thought we'd better come and sample it for ourselves. The beef was cooked expertly: lean, tender, blushing red in the middle and impossibly flavoursome, which meant it required none of the usual lashings of horseradish or mustard. The goose fat roast potatoes were fluffy on the inside and crispy on the out, while the accompanying cabbage, carrots and parsnips were buttery and delicious. The real triumph was the pumped up Yorkshire pudding, which sat proudly atop the roast. The only thing missing was our own boat of gravy to drown it all in.

Despite this minor detail, which was quickly resolved by requesting more, The Dog and Fox takes a deserved spot on our podium. ◆ S

£14.95; 24 High Street, SW19; dogandfoxwimbledon.co.uk

that didn’t stop us from moving on to equally large desserts. Try the Bread and Butter pudding with caramel sauce, it's sweet and pleasantly stodgy, and the Plum and Rhubarb crumble with Clotted Ice Cream. The cinnamon crumble worked in perfect harmony with the tartness of the rhubarb and plums. A champion finish to a pretty flawless meal. ◆

Williams at Locks Drove Farm in Hampshire, is straight from farm-to-table so is both high in quality and rich in flavour.

Taking pride in their awardwinning Sunday Roasts, the chefs at The Abbeville have perfected their zingy mint sauce, rich gravy and fluffy-inthe-middle roasties. While I would have left my parsnips in the oven for quite a while longer, that’s more of a personal preference than a complaint.

The roasts are immense, but

£13.50; 67-69 Abbeville Rd, London SW4; theabbeville.co.uk

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Perfect Match Taken from her new book, Wine & Food, Battersea local Jane Parkinson reveals the secrets to pairing wine with meat Photography JOHN MOORE

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he number of wines that work with meat probably matches the T number of meat dishes that exist – an infinite number! Having said that, there are certain grapes and wine styles that work time and again with different meat dishes. These wines, like Beaujolais or the grapes Pinot Noir and Syrah/ Shiraz are so versatile with meat that it’s always worth having one or two of them stashed away.

Ribs When ribs are sticky and slathered in gooey barbecue sauce, two styles of red spring to mind. Firstly, Syrah/ Shiraz, because it has this ripe, jammy flavour and is delicious with the barbecue sauce. It doesn’t just have to be Australian; any ripe New World style would be great. My Old World suggestion is a super-ripe red from Portugal, which is made from the same grapes that are used to make Port. ◆

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Grilled Malbec and beef is a quintessential match no matter how you’re eating it, and beef in one of its purest forms – when grilled with little or no other ingredients – is especially good with a ripe and fruity Malbec. There are two places where Malbec takes centre stage and they make very different styles of wine, but such is the intrinsic affinity of beef and this grape that they both work like a charm. In Argentina, and in the Mendoza Valley especially, Malbecs have a sweet blackcurrant flavour, with dense spice

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and full tannins. They’re delicious and concentrated wines, perfect with beef.

The other is in Cahors in south-west France, where Malbecs have more of an earthy character, with handsome richness and bold flavours.

LAMB Roast As with beef, the ultimate roast lamb needs the ultimate red wine, and luckily we’re not short on choice. Something big and rich with a depth of flavour speaks to me of European classics like Brunello di Montalcino from Tuscany, especially if there are herbs involved. Brunello is a butch wine that’s best when it’s older, so that the tannins have softened a little, but even then the wine is quite meaty.

Another option would be a Spanish red like a Priorat or a Ribera del Duero.

Again, try not to drink them too young, as they mellow beautifully with age, and roast lamb is a dish that likes a mellow but rich wine.

CHICKEN Roast he rich and comforting flavours of roast chicken are best with a wine that has those same qualities, so a supple, nutty, gently oaked Chardonnay is the out-and- out winner here. If you’re in France, or just want to be in France, look at the richer and more expensive styles of Chablis: Premier Cru and Grand Cru. If you want a white Burgundy, that can work too – the expensive choice would be PulignyMontrachet; the value-for-money choice would be Rully. In the southern hemisphere, Australia’s Mornington Peninsula is crafting some seriously elegant Chardonnay that is a great choice with roast chicken. And speaking of Australia, if you really can’t do Chardonnay, then pick up a bottle of slightly aged Semillon from the Hunter Valley instead – it’s full of nutty, waxy flavour. ◆

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Creamy chicken in a pastry coating is a winner with Chardonnay, again. Perhaps with the extra buttery richness you want a full and frank style, so try a Californian Chardonnay, one from Limari in Chile, or from Mendoza in Argentina.

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This expensive, fatty meat is best matched with wines that happen to be pricey. I’d usually go for a Barolo with a few years of age on it. But that’s assuming you’re having a red wine. It might seem bizarre, but German Spätlese Riesling actually works brilliantly. It does a beautiful job at cutting through fatty meat, and is especially good with apple sauce. ◆

GAME VENISON

f all the game meats, venison is the one where you can really bring out the big wine guns.

Grapes that make wines with an earthy, mushroom or truffle character are awesome, as they really heighten that umami game flavour, so try a truffle-laden wine made with Nebbiolo, like a Barolo or Barbaresco. If the budget doesn’t stretch to this, try a Langhe Nebbiolo instead.

Pure fruit is great for the density of lean venison, especially when served as carpaccio or with beetroot/beets. Venison is the meat that’s commonly paired with rich sauces like chocolate or balsamic vinegar. Even though these aren’t very wine-friendly, it’s worth going for a big southern Rhône red like a Châteauneufdu-Pape, or even something with a hint of sweetness, like an Amarone della Valpolicella.

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The wine choice for these depends on what they’re cooked with. If there’s cream or white wine involved, go for dry Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc or a dry-ish Vouvray.

But if it’s cooked in red wine, then a rustic red works brilliantly. Try a Marcillac from south-west France, or an Aglianico from Campania.

earthiness and delicacy, we just need to be on tannin-watch because, unlike pigeon, these meats will struggle to cope with strong tannins. Sometimes these meats are served with a white sauce and if so a white that doesn’t shout too loudly, like Chardonnay, is best.u

PIGEON

Pigeon needs a big and bold black-fruited wine to do it justice, and something with lots of grip to the tannin. Try Bandol in southern France, Aglianico from Italy, claret, or Priorat from Spain.

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Never a letdown with these birds, Pinot Noir is a hard-to-beat pairing. It has both

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FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK There's nothing like New York in winter.

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o walk through Central Park, snow falling softly all around, temperatures of -20c nipping at your cheeks, must be one of the most magical of New York experiences.

The ‘city that never sleeps’ is at its most atmospheric in the winter, encased in a thick blanket of snow to temporarily muffle the sounds of the bustling streets and slow the traffic.

Bright yellow cabs throw a sharp contrast of colour against the white park, and a low winter sun burns brightly in the blue sky, belying the chilliness of the morning.

Diving into a café for blueberry pancakes and a steaming mug of coffee to warm my hands, I feel hugely grateful for the warm clothes I packed in order to explore a side of New York rarely considered by Brits, outside the city. New York State is scattered with a surprising number of ski resorts to which city dwellers bolt at weekends and which offer a snapshot of rural America just a few hours’ drive from the Big Apple.

The most obvious first stop is Windham Mountain in the Catskill Mountains; the

East Coast ski version of The Hamptons.

A two-hour drive out of the city, this boutique resort is home to stunning, million-dollar timber-clad chalets dotted around the 52 tree-lined pistes — or ‘trails’ as they are called Stateside. This is no Trois Vallées, but there are 278 skiable acres served by 12 lifts — plenty to keep you amused for a weekend including a couple of unexpected steeps. Perhaps the name Upper Wheelchair should have been a warning — with a burst of enthusiasm on the beautifully groomed descent I went head over heels and decided it was time for a break, and retired to the divine oak-panelled Club at Windham to warm up with a hot cider. The waiters know a chilly skier when they see one and persuaded me to try a shot of cinnamonflavoured Fireball whisky — creating possibly the best après-ski drink known to man.

US ski resorts are not known for their ski-in, ski-out accommodation and New York State is no different. So instead grab a taste of rural Catskills in nearby North Creek, a slightly hippy but all-American town lined with clapperboard houses,

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antique shops, bakeries and delicatessens as well as a couple of bars and eateries, including the fabulous Bar Vino, which offers around dozens of wines by the glass. It’s also home to the charming Alpine Lodge with sprawling, rustic but luxurious beds. Heaven after a hard day on the slopes.

Drive on upstate another few hours towards the border with Canada, and you reach the Adirondacks, and stunning wooded scenery surrounding the two biggest New York State resorts of Gore and White Face. The 1980 Lake Placid Olympics were held up here and the US Olympic teams return each season to train — it’s ‘proper’ skiing here, with off-piste options, double blacks and wonderful long cruises among the glades.

Neither resort is vast but both offer plenty for a couple of days on the slopes.

The Adirondacks have a distinctly

Alpine feel, with all of the skiing in the treeline; silver birch mixed with Scotch pines and oaks. You can see for miles around from the top of these mountains — with views from Little White Face back on to Lake Placid a particular highlight.

One of the best things about skiing in the US is the service, and the luxurious Whiteface Lodge in Lake Placid is the best there can be. A 20-minute drive from White Face, the lodge was built

by Olympic luge athlete Joe Barile and offers five-star US accommodation at its best, with a leading spa, cinema, ice rink, bowling alley, outdoor pool and hot tub and a huge platter of s’mores (a sickly biscuit/Hershey bar/marshmallow mix) set beside a roaring fire.

These ‘ma and pa’ resorts don’t compete with the likes of Aspen and Vail for ski area nor infrastructure, but they are filled with incomparable charm.

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Driving through the Adirondacks in the snow, watching children file on and off their yellow “cheese buses”, and meeting the local characters who run these little resorts is an experience that will stay with you for life.

Fly in to Montreal and drive down state to New York City, or top-and-tail a weekend in the hills with time in the Big Apple and you’ll enjoy a winter trip to the States like no other. Mix up the rustic charm of the hills with glitz and glamour of the city with a stay at the Mandarin Oriental, or the new Mad Max-styled Viceroy, both of which offer spectacular views of snowy Central Park and just a stone’s throw from Columbus Circle.

East Coast resorts get a bad rap for being chilly — but if you’re ready for that, and pack enough merino wool, it’s just part of the fun. It also means you are wrapped up properly for doing what visitors to New York City do best: tramping the salted streets, taking a trip on the Staten Island Ferry or walking across Brooklyn Bridge — just plunge yourself into New York’s frozen winter wonderland. u u Rates at Mandarin Oriental, New York start from £395 per night on a B&B basis.

For further information and bookings please call +1 (212) 805 8800 or visit www.mandarinoriental.com/newyork. u Viceroy New York is from £185 per room/ night ($309). Bookings: www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com, +1 855 647 1619. u British Airways flies Heathrow and London City Airport to New York; ba.com For more information on New York State, visit iloveny.com

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uilt in 1598, Gravetye Manor sits overlooking a private three acre lake within a 1000 acre estate in the rolling Sussex countryside. Stepping through the doors of this historic Elizabethan house is like stepping back in time – Gravetye has mercifully been spared the generic trend-led interior update and still retains a classic period charm. Downstairs, you’ll find a cosy sitting room filled with squidgy sofas surrounding a roaring fire, as well as the restaurant and a bar leading out into the formal gardens.

Upstairs are 17 antique-clad bedrooms, each named after one of the species of trees found on the estate. Stay in the Ash suite, the oldest room in the house complete with four poster bed, oak panelling and an imposing fireplace featuring carvings of original owner Richard Infield and his bride Katherine Compton, for whom he built the house. u

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esigned by William Robinson, ‘The Father of the English Flower Garden’, Gravetye’s gardens are considered to be some of the most important in British horticultural history. Wander out of the bar and you’ll find yourself in the midst of the flower garden. From there you can wander down through the wildflower meadow to the lake or head to the East Garden on the other side of the house, where the collection of Rhododendrons produces bursts of magnificent colour.

If the sun in shining, stop for a game on the Croquet Lawn before climbing up to the Kitchen Garden, the only oval walled garden in England and the jewel in Gravetye’s crown. u

ead chef George Blogg serves Michelin-starred food in the atmospheric surrounds of a traditional oak-pannelled dining room. During summer months, 95 per cent of the produce used comes from Gravetye’s kitchen garden, meaning that you really are eating the freshest local produce possible.

We recommend starting with the pancetta wrapped quail, served with smoked potato purée and shimeji mushrooms, followed by the herb crusted cannon of South Downs lamb.

Save room for dessert – the acorn crème brûlée with walnut crumble and dark chocolate sorbet is a decadent taste of the English countryside.

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THE DAMAGE Stay at Gravetye Manor, West Hoathly, Sussex, from £240 per night, inclusive of full English Breakfast for two. The restaurant is open to non-residents for lunch and dinner reservations seven days a week with afternoon tea and garden tours also available to book. For more information please call 01342 810567 or visit gravetyemanor.co.uk.

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A Tale Of Two Cities The backdrop for so many Hollywood blockbusters, everyone knows New York... or do they? Our reporter travels across the pond to discover the real Big Apple Wo r d s E d w i n a L a n g l e y

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n my mind, there are two types of New York: the factual and the fictional. The latter is the one I first heard of. It’s Sinatra’s city that ‘doesn’t sleep’; it’s where I would go to eat breakfast at Tiffany’s, to shop on Madison Avenue like Carrie Bradshaw, to discover Tom Hanks (or similar) on top of the Empire State Building.

Then I actually went to New York, and discovered that Tiffany’s is closed for breakfast, that I could afford little more than a pretzel on Madison Avenue and that all I discovered on the top of the Empire State Building was that I have vertigo.

Having come to terms with the fact that fictional New York is a myth, I made a return visit to the Big Apple with my eyes open. No rushing round Central Park singing to myself like Charity Hope Valentine in Sweet Charity, and absolutely no ‘I Love New York’ t-shirts. I was there to see New York, the proper New York.

And nothing was going to get in my way.

So, having flopped my jetlagged body onto an enormous bed at the Loews Regency Hotel, and woken up to discover my room overlooked the bustling Park Avenue, I felt none of the exhilaration that, say, Annie might have felt in her

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eponymous film, when she woke up at Daddy Warbucks’ mansion on Fifth.

None at all. I merely noted, nonchalantly, that in addition to the gigantic, soft bed, and spacious cupboards, the en-suite bathroom featured a TV built into the mirror so I could watch Food Network as I showered. The American dream.

Having recently undergone a $100million renovation, Loews Regency New York is undoubtedly one of the smartest hotels Midtown has to offer. An ornate entrance lobby greets you and leads into a bar and restaurant discretely to the left. Famous for its cuisine, food at the Loews Regency is some of the finest you’ll eat in the city, and the ‘Power Breakfast’ is what they’re best known for. Running from 7-10am on weekdays, you have to book well in advance to get a table. When you finally do, it’s obvious why it took you so long. Because as Wall Street hot shots chat numbers on nearby tables, you too find yourself numbercrunching: ‘how many eggs can I fit in in one sitting?’ And then ‘do I have the Three-Egg Omelette, the Eggs Benedict, the Eggs Florentine or the Smoked Salmon Benedict?’ It’s a very taxing decision first thing in the morning.

Upstairs, the 379 guest rooms include 58 suites, all designed in muted colours, classic and chic, and each boasting dramatic views of the city. On the first floor you’ll find the magical Julien Farel Restore Salon & Spa, which includes a well-equipped fitness centre and a salon with 32 cutting stations. I went in for the ‘Power Hour’ – three services in 60 minutes – and I tell you, my body has

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TRAVEL / CITY GUIDE never seen so much pampering. In just over an hour, my hair had been blowdried so expertly it actually ‘swooshed’, my nails had been polished so well they practically blinded me, and I underwent an extreme MAC makeover. I looked really quite Hollywood – had it been 7am, I could have ordered Tiffany’s for breakfast. Probably.

But it wasn’t 7am, it was 7pm, and since I was dolled up, I needed somewhere to go. Tourists (and fantasists) would take on Broadway, but since I was there to discover the real New York, I did as real New Yorkers would do: went ‘off-Broadway’. Queen of the Night by Randy Weiner (directed by Christine Jones) is an ‘immersive theatre experience’. Set in the Paramount Hotel, it’s a bit like London’s The Box in Soho – a sort of weird and wonderful nightmare (if such a thing exists) made-up of daredevil acrobatics, kinky dance acts and circus tricks. For a Premium Reservation ticket at $190, you enjoy an all-you-can-drink bar tab and an excessively gluttonous dinner (think: towers of hot lobsters served in cages and suckling pigs on platters). Neither the show, nor the dinner, were for the faint hearted. If suggestive codpiece rubbing, or being led backstage to be stroked, don't float your boat, steer clear. As a closeted extrovert, and after a decanter of wine, I was more than up for both. In fact, I’ve still got the note given to me by my backstage stroker [sic]. Written on a Guest Check receipt, it cryptically reads: ‘Pass your kiss to a stranger that gives you pause’.

When you’re not out kissing strangers like real New Yorkers (apparently) do, perhaps you might consider learning a bit about the city itself. I’m not suggesting a day-long schlep through the Metropolitan Museum of Art, but a morning spent in the city’s finest living museum, Central Park. A tour with the park’s Conservancy Historian and Photographer, Sara Cedar

Miller, is the way to do it. Why? Because there’s no traipsing round miles of parkland involved (though, in truth, I’d have also loved that). All it entails is a leisurely drive to various park locations, where you get out to learn about them, and also, the park’s history in general.

Did you know, for example, that Central Park was originally a rocky swampland, chosen as the park’s location because it was cheap to buy? That there is an ‘adopt a bench’ programme where you can adopt one of the park’s 3,000 benches (for $7,500) to support the park’s conservation? That chipmunks have finally returned, and that I got to see one?

Sara’s intelligent guide was enchanting; you knew you were in the presence of a truly passionate pro.

Alternatively, if it’s an indoors activity you’re after, you won’t regret the hardto-book (but totally worth it) ‘secret’ tour round Grand Central Station with Daniel Brucker. The first thing you’ll learn on the tour though, is that the title ‘Grand Central Station’ is entirely wrong. Its real name is Grand Central Terminal.

The world’s largest for trains, with over 750,000 people pass through it each day.

In his comically loud delivery (guaranteed to shock you out of your Queen of the Night-induced stupor) Daniel divulges all sorts of nuggets of information. Such as: the most expensive artefact in the Main Concourse is the clock (with its four oval opal faces, it’s been valued at between $10-20 million). And that the lagoon-coloured zodiac on the ceiling is

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actually one big mistake (it was painted backwards). And that there’s a rather large hole in the ceiling made from the Redstone rocket displayed there in the late Fifties to counter the Space Race media advantage gained by the Soviet Union following Sputnik’s launch in 1957.

Behind the scenes, you scuttle through underground tunnels before climbing to the highest point of the terminal, to view the Main Concourse via the half-moontopped glass windows. Not ideal for me and my vertigo, but luckily I kept the fear at bay just long enough to realise this was a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

In fact, my entire trip was a once-in-alifetime experience. And I mean that to sound like a cliché, because it ties-in with the fictional New York I had described earlier; the one I thought didn’t exist.

Now I know it does exist. It is possible to explore the factual, actual New York, and still experience an almost too-goodto-be-true, worthy-of-Hollywood, side to it as well. That was probably the most surprising element of my return trip to the metropolis; that and the realisation that (like the mug I bought in Departures at Newark Airport) I really do love New York. ◆ For reservations or more information about Loews Regency, call 1-800-23-LOEWS or visit loewshotels.com/Regency-Hotel For flights from London to New York, book via Delta Air Lines; delta.com

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London’s entire electricity supply; the most thermally efficient power station in the world had 338ft-high chimneys fitted with water and alkaline scrubbers to minimise sulphur emissions and atmospheric pollution. The waste heat was used to power the Pimlico district heating scheme.

Both stations were designed to form a coherent whole under a design team led by S Leonard Pearce with Henry Allot as consulting engineer, but in order to appease public opinion, exercised at the construction of such a monumental industrial complex on the banks of the Thames, Sir Giles Gilbert Scott was brought in to remodel the exterior with his characteristic use of sparse but subtle ornamental brick detail of brown Blockley brick cladding over a colossal steel frame.

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It was built over a period of 25 years by the London Power Company as two individual power stations side by side.

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cinema design to an industrial utility. The quality of the finishes is astonishing. The walls are lined with Ribbon Napoleon marble, with black Belgian marble fluting to the windows. The ceiling is divided into eight huge bays, each coffered and glazed with linear decorative lighting and the original Halophane light fittings. The original L-shaped control panel and walnut veneer furniture all still survive in front of an intriguing array of levers and dials.

The post-war Control Room B (below), which opens directly into its own turbine hall, is plainer, but nonetheless impressive, with faience cladding and an arc of stainless steel control panels.

Above, the upper control room, added in the 1950s, retains its banks of control desks and panels.

The power station remains one of London’s most intractable conservation problems. Since its closure in 1983, it has defeated three major attempts by developers to adapt and convert the building as part of a massive regeneration of the wider area. Its long-term future remains uncertain, but behind its forlorn brick shell lies one of London’s most atmospheric and awe-inspiring spaces. ◆

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Located on a triangular corner site with low-hipped pantiled roofs and pavilions topped by tall flagstaffs, the building has a distinctly late-colonial flavour and would not be out of place in Singapore or Rangoon.

It was designed by Edward A Hunt, who was responsible for numerous buildings in the area, with restrained classical elevations of Portland and Corsham stone, the High Street frontage with a bas-relief frieze depicting scenes from local history by David Evans and John Linehan. Beneath the corner entrance a carriageway leads to a small

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The theme is continued in the principal rooms beyond, which are oak panelled with moulded cornices and pink Art Deco light fittings and, in the Mayoral Parlour, a tapestry overmantel. The hexagonal Council Chamber has diagonal-paned top lights and another elaborate chandelier. ◆

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HOMES & INTERIORS / GIFT GUIDE

FORNASETTI

Giardino Segreto Candle, £18; conranshop.co.uk

HOUSE OF HACKNEY Hackney Empire Stripe Teapot, £70; houseofhackney.com

FOLKLORE

Coffee Pot Day, £19.95; wildandwolf.com

ROBERTS RADIO

Revival Mini in Duck Egg, £139.95; johnlewis.com

LALIQUE

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by James Suckling, £595; lalique.com

Anna G Corkscrew by Alessandro Mendini for Alessi, £29.95; alessi.com

KRUPS

EA9000 Bean-to-Cup Automatic Espresso Machine, £1,300; debenhams.com

Flock, Cocktail Chairs, £595; shop.flock.org.uk

ROSE & GREY

World Map; roseandgrey.co.uk

SARA SMITH

Cambridge Blue Teacup & Saucer, £80; luxdeco.com

DECOR WALTHER

Copper Soap Dispenser, £165; conranshop.co.uk

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Cluedo Espresso Cups (set of 6), £24.99; houseoffraser.co.uk

ANTHROPOLOGIE Dachshund Letter Holder, £28; anthropologie.eu

ROB RYAN

Bowes Black and Silver Globe Bookends, £79; artisanti.com

‘My Home’ Cushion, £35; wildandwolf.com

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Taika Tea Towel, £10; cloudberryliving.co.uk

Flutter Gift Boxed Salad Plates (set of 4), £25.50; occa-home.co.uk

PAUL SMITH

Anglepoise + Paul Smith Lamp, £149; paulsmith.co.uk

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WIMBLEDON WONDERLAND Wimbledon Village makes the perfect Christmas shopping destination

CAROLINE RANDELL Lingerie makes the ultimate Christmas gift.

From indulgent lingerie sets, sumptuous silk negligees to cosy loungewear, pretty vests, hosiery and socks. They stock great gifts for wives, mothers, daughters and best friends, with a wide range of stocking fillers from £10, free luxury gift boxes, shop in our boutique or online, Sizes 30, 38 A-H Cup and UK dress 8 – 18. 6 Church Road, SW19, 0208 946 6171; carolinerandell.co.uk

BRORA Brora is one of Britain’s best-loved and most successful modern cashmere brands. Since launching in 1993, Brora has steadily grown into a fully-fledged fashion label making wearable and individual British-made clothes.

Scottish cashmere is still at Brora’s heart, but every season they release a new wardrobe using tweed, silk, and wool.

17 High Street, SW19, 020 8971 9146; brora.co.uk

EILEEN FISHER Dressing for the Christmas party season has never looked so chic, thanks to womenswear brand, EILEEN FISHER. Silk cami’s and velvet separates complement edgy coated denim and sleek accessories, or cosy up by layering luxurious cashmere and fine merino jumpers under oversized coats. Silk Tunic £210 Wax Coated Denim £160, Clutch £115; 23A High Street, SW19; 020 8605 2690; eileenfisher.com

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Konig design, supply and install designer contemporary kitchens made in Germany and traditional kitchens handmade in Kent at accessible prices. Each kitchen is designed to suit your lifestyle by highly qualified, passionate designers to ensure you are delivered the kitchen of your dreams.

19 High Street, SW19, 020 8946 3539; konigkitchens.com

SORAYA LONDON Soraya London is an independent boutique in the heart of Wimbledon Village.

Featuring some of the newest and best designers from around the world, you can buy online for next day delivery or treat yourself to the Soraya personal shopping experience complete with prosecco to keep you feeling festive. 31 High Street, SW19, 0208 605 2141; sorayalondon.com

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Church Rd SW19, 020 8971 2150; bellissimawimbledon.co.uk

A fun way to prepare and serve Christmas pudding this year! Ideal for presenting festive side dishes such as brandy butter, rum cream, cranberry sauce or any party favour or sweet treat. This Christmas pudding shaped dish is perfect for the festive season and will no doubt be a talking point with friends and family.

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NORDIC STYLE Created in Chelsea over 20 years ago, Nordic Style is still going strong as the original destination for Classic Swedish Interiors. With ranges of high quality hand painted furniture and Scandinavian accessories, you will find exactly what you are looking for this festive season.

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Romeo Beckham is the leading man, at only 12 years old, and is captured running around, London wrapped in the brand's classic trench and iconic monographed scarf, spreading Christmas cheer. burberry.com

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Outline the bauble in parma violet line icing, add pink tine tassel and fuchia detail around ribbon hole. When dry, flood the circle with red and let it set. Pipe the criss-cross pattern in parma violet, then add dots of lime green icing and little golden baubles to decorate.

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Festive Fables A T reasur y of Wintertime Tales

Make your child's Christmas memorable with a beautiful compendium of winter tales, collated by Taschen editor, Noel Daniel. Playing homage to thirteen classic stories, the compilation features the work of famous authors and illustrators from all over the world, including illustrations from the late Dutch artist, Beatrice Braun-Fock, and a story about a snowflake coming to life. taschen.com

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Be the best mummy ever and treat your daughter to this festive Snow Fairy Dolls Pram from Silver Cross.

Sparkling purple paint work and a hand stitched and fur lined hood is every little girl’s dream. £400; silvercrossbaby.com 01

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Paddington Bear is back! Michael Bond revives the beloved bear in the first novel to have be written from Paddington's point of view.

Within are a collection of thoughtful letters Paddington has written to his Aunt Lucy, who lives in the Home for Retired Bears in Peru. £9.99; harpercollins.com

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Head to creative sewing studio, Sew Pretty, in Wimbledon with your little ones in the build up to the big day, and get them buzzing for Christmas by tasking them to make their very own stockings. sewpretty.me.uk

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07 1. SEBASTIAN BERGNE, Colour Nativity, £85; sebastianbergne.com 2. SEVI, Nativity Set, £39.95; johnlewis.com 3. BY LPWK, MASSIMO GIACON FOR ALESSI, Group in Porcelain, £55; alessi.com 4. VALERIE ATKISSON, Large Nativity Set in gold, £280; valerieatkisson.com 5. LAKELAND, Bethlehem Advent Stable, £59.99; lakeland.co.uk 6. GREAT LITTLE TRADING COMPANY, Away in a Manger Nativity Set, £29.60; gltc.co.uk 7. LITTLE SAPLING TOY, Modern Nativity Set, £42.34; etsy.com

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KIDS & EDUCATION / GIFT GUIDE GIGI BROOKS Rocket

Beanbag, £140; gigibrooks.com

GIGI BROOKS

Sofa Mood, £398; gigibrooks.com

PAPERO

Hot Air Balloons, £12 set of 3; conranshop.co.uk

STEIFF

Classic 1935 Fellow Terrier, £135; steiff.com

THE FOLIO SOCIETY The Hobbit, £29.95; foliosociety.com

RATATAM

Tiger and Polar Bear Costumes, £88 each; en.smallable.com

MARKS & SPENCER Snowman Plush, £19.50; marksandspencer.com

STEIFF

Mickey Mouse, £150; steiff.com

SKOOT

Ride-On Suitcase, £57.95; harrods.com

BRITISH LIBRARY

Paddington Suitcase Set of 8 Books, £14.99; shop.bl.uk

WILD & WOLF

Gruffalo Cutlery Set, £11.95; wildandwolf.com

WILD & WOLF

Mr Men & Little Miss Breakfast Set, £14.95; wildandwolf.com

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GIGI BROOKS

Army Grey Shark Attack 3D Bike, £650; gigibrooks.com

GIFTS FOR KIDS Stocking fillers and showstoppers for little ones

HEDGEHOG

Table Football, £2,995; hedgehogshop.co.uk

ELFIE

Dorothy Gold Glitter Shoes, £54; elfielondon.com

HEDGEHOG

Indian Teepee, £83; hedgehogshop.co.uk

MARKS & SPENCER Santa Dress, £14; marksandspencer.com

BRITISH LIBRARY

PROFESSOR PUZZLE

London in a Bag, £12.50; shop.bl.uk

Dinosaur Construction Kits and Activity Book, £5; habitat.co.uk

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GREAT EXPECTATIONS A new regular column tracking the highs and lows of pregnancy from the first inkling to the final push

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’ve decided to look at being pregnant at Christmas as some sort of weird and wonderful social experiment. I refuse to be put off by a month that is traditionally filled with office gettogethers, fun outings with family and friends and booze-fuelled parties. Surely I can reconceptualise socialising as an opportunity for riveting (rather than drunken) conversation?

I can spend quality time with friends capitalising on the season’s wealth of decent exhibitions, plays and cultural pursuits, things I would never usually get round to doing – like going to see The Nutcracker or perusing a Christmas Market?

Or maybe now is the time to make new friends – pregnant ones, the kind who can become a pillar of support in the months to come? My calendar needn’t be dry just because I am… right?

One positive is that I can eat mince pies and stollen (love that stuff ) with abandon this year. In addition, I have the perfect reason not to be drawn out of my zen state by the usual stresses of yuletide logistics. I shall embrace my urge to nest and get cosy; I shall make the most of the virtues of online shopping (all the better for being able to buy a few supercute baby things while I’m at it); and I’ll be distracted, I hope, from the recent nagging idea that pregnancy seems to last an awfully long time.

Until now, I’ve remained surprisingly un-hormonal and calm – only succumbing to the occasional freak-out over the ever-expanding ‘no-can-do’ list. (In a well-intentioned bid to get my baby off to a superfood-laden start, I knocked back a cold-pressed kale juice, only to discover that unpasteurised juices are a no-no: error. I’ve already switched to decaf coffee because, and maybe this seems silly in retrospect, I wasn’t quite aware of how much caffeine I was actually consuming what with my tea, chocolate and Diet Coke intake. Though I by no means guzzle any of the above, it’s better to err on the side of caution.

As my bump gets bigger and the temperature turns, I can also no longer get away with maxi dresses – my so-called ‘baggy’ boyfriend jeans aren’t so baggy anymore and my trusty dungarees look decidedly too tight for purpose. Tiffany Rose is a good heads up for maternity occasionwear at this time of year (they even do ballgowns for mums-to-be, if you’re in need of such attire) and discovering Seraphine maternity jeans has saved me from the perilous lure of maternity leggings.

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DISNEY ON ICE The O2 Arena

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Chelsham Road, SW4

ÂŁ1,499,950 Freehold

An opportunity to acquire a fabulously spacious modern built family house, over 2,600 sq ft, built to perfectly blend in with the Victorian houses in the road.

020 8875 7995 Christopher Cady, Associate Director

Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wimbledon 020 3195 9111

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OVERSTRAND MANSIONS, SW11 A wonderful flat situated on the 3rd floor of this imposing mansion block, with sweeping views over Battersea Park from the principle rooms. Approx. 1,535 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 2/3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, balcony.

Freehold Share Guide Price £1,895,000

ABERCROMBIE STREET, SW11

SUTHERLAND HOUSE, SW8

A pretty Victorian house boasting much charm and character throughout. Approx. 840 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

Situated on the raised ground floor of this Victorian period building, an extremely well presented flat. Approx. 595 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, garden.

2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, communal garden.

Freehold Guide Price £875,000

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Guide £2,000,000 Prince of Wales Mansions, SW11

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HENDHAM ROAD, SW17 A beautiful 1930’s house with a fabulous 85 ft garden, set on this residential street just off Wandsworth Common.

Approx. 1,626 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), double reception room, snug room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, garden, off-street parking, garage.

Freehold Guide Price £1,500,000 SOLD

Ellerton Road, SW18

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WANDSWORTH 020 3151 6344 wandsworth@johndwood.co.uk

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HOSACK ROAD, SW17 A well proportioned house located close to Wandsworth Common and the shops, restaurants and excellent transport links of Balham. With entertainment space and potential for extension S PP . Approx. 1181 sq ft. Energy Rating: E. bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 1 en suite , 2 reception rooms, conservatory, garden.

Freehold Guide Price £999,950

ARLESFORD ROAD, SW9

KENILFORD ROAD, SW12

An exceptional flat with spacious accommodation, cellar storage/ utility. Well located close to both Clapham orth and Stockwell tube stations. Approx. 3 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

An excellent flat with its own entrance and rear garden. he flat is close to both Clapham South and Balham tube stations and the bustling hub of Balham. Approx. 52 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

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KINGSCLIFFE GARDENS, SW19 A fantastic family house offering impressive accommodation and a wealth of attributes. Great potential for further improvements. Approx. 1,857 sq ft. Energy Rating: E. 5 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, 2 reception rooms, conservatory, kitchen/breakfast room, garden.

Freehold Guide Price £1,100,000

WIMBLEDON PARK ROAD, SW18 Offering the very best of loft style living, an exceptional three-storey apartment. Approx. 1,225 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 2/3 bedrooms, en suite bathroom, shower room, open-plan reception/kitchen/dining room, roof terrace, parking.

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Salcott Road ÂŁ1,550,000 Freehold This stunning fi e bedroom family house is positioned on a sought after residential street of orthcote Road. The house is presented in excellent decorati e order retaining a number of its original features. The house boasts an attracti e south facing garden and a cellar which pro ides good storage.

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Clapham Common Southside, SW4 £465 Per Week

The Chapel, SW4 This architectural gem is offered to the market for the first time.

Exquisitely presented throughout, this highly unique Chapel conversion offers in excess of 1500sq ft of open plan living and entertaining space, where considerable attention has been paid to the smallest design detail. Upon entering Gilmore House and walking through the luxurious carpeted hallways you arrive at the Chapel’s outer lobby, and behind the large original double doors you find the jewel in the

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crown. The impact of the voluminous 20ft ceilings becomes even more evident from the galleried master suite, measuring over 350 sq ft, which is encompassed by solid oak panelling for the balustrade designed to mirror the original altar table. Much of the design has incorporated many of the Chapel's original features, most notably the Edward Burne- Jones stained glass windows.

A beautifully presented two double bedroom apartment in a very secure converted period building opposite Clapham South underground station (Northern Line) and close to the popular shops and restaurants of Clapham South.

A beautifully presented two double bedroom apartment in a very secure converted period building opposite Clapham South underground station (Northern Line) and close to the popular shops and restaurants of Clapham South. Further benefits include video entry system, a lift and private underground parking.

Douglas & Gordon, Battersea 020 7924 2000; douglasandgordon.com

Bushells, Clapham 020 7501 0454; bushells.com

£1,500,000 Share of Freehold

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Stradella Road, SE24

Cottenham Park Road, SW19

A unique opportunity to purchase the only six bedroom Detached home on Stradella road, one of the premier tree lined roads in central Herne Hill. The 3310 sq ft family accommodation is neutrally decorated throughout, a host of original features remain and the accommodation comprises front reception room with feature fireplace and original leaded toplights to the bay window.

A wonderfully spacious and very well presented family home, close to King's College School, set in a plot of 0.437 acres. The unique detached property, set over two floors, provides excellent and flexible reception/entertaining space, a stunning west facing garden extending to 115 ft, triple garage, an adjoining two bedroom house and two driveways.

Pedder, Herne Hill 020 7738 5926; pedderproperty.com

Hamptons International, Wimbledon 020 8946 0081; .hamptons.co.uk

£4,500,000 Freehold

£1,899,950 Freehold

Almeric Road SW11

Point Pleasant, SW18

Ellerton Road, SW18

This superb two bedroom split level apartment is located in the desirable 'Between the Commons' and offers a fantastic mix of living and entertaining space and also boasts views across London.

A luxury top floor split level penthouse apartment located in the sought after Point Pleasant area just moments from the river, Wandsworth Park and within walking distance to both the train and tube station.

A stunning five bedroom family house, fully extended downstairs and upstairs with a lovely kitchen/family room, playroom, laundry and smart drawing room at the front of the house.

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

Chamberland Residential, 020 8704 1313; chamberlandres.co.uk

Sullivan Thomas with Carter Jonas, 020 8682 3121; sullivanthomas.co.uk

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Average asking price - £999,178 ¹| Average asking rent - £2,687 pcm | Average property value - £901,238

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Five bedroom house in Clapham Old Town A handsome end of terrace house with substantial proportions located in Clapham Old Town, within the Rectory Grove conservation area. 5/6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, downstairs cloakroom, utility, 40ft garden, cellar. Approximately 240 sq m (2,583 sq ft) Freehold

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Edgeley Road SW4 ÂŁ1,399,950 This substantial four-bedroom detached family house offers over 2,300 sqft of living space beautifully arranged over three levels and a pretty South West facing garden. The accommodation includes a double reception room, a large kitchen/dining room leading out (via glass French doors) to a pretty South West facing garden. Edgeley Road is a popular residential street conveniently located for the amenities of Clapham Old Town and the wide open spaces of Clapham Common. Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

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St John’s Hill SW11 £1,195,000 This stunning three-bedroom Victorian house has extensively refurbished to a high specification and benefits from a large south facing garden and a separate office. The accommodation includes a semi open plan reception room, an extended kitchen/dining area with bi folding doors leading out to the garden, a utility room and a separate WC. The upper floors boast two double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a master suite with walk-in wardrobes and en suite shower room. Freehold. EPC=C. Joint Sole Agent.

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Muncaster Road

Battersea SW11

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this 4 double bedroom property located in the sought after area ‘Between the Commons’. The property is arranged over 3 floors & is presented in good condition throughout, boasting a double reception room, eat in kitchen, 2 bathrooms & a delightful south west facing garden. This smashing home offers period features including fireplaces, original cornicing, sash windows throughout & pretty garden.

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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.

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Eccles Road

£395 per week

Battersea SW11

Recently refurbished 1 bedroom garden flat located on one of the most sought after roads between Clapham Junction & Clapham Common. Offering a good sized bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a bright & airy reception room featuring wooden floors & white window shutters; a modern kitchen with space for a breakfast table leading into a private patio garden, a separate utility room & good size bathroom.

EPC rating D

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BATTERSEA REACH

PREMIUM RIVERSIDE LIVING Fabulous collection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom riverside apartments and penthouses at London’s most prestigious riverside location, Battersea Reach. This exclusive riverside development isn’t just fine living, residents can enjoy the convenience of river and cycling walks, onsite amenities and the beautiful award winning gardens.

Onsite Amenities Include: Residents Only Gym, Young’s Waterfront Bar & Restaurant, Tesco Express, Fred Ferge Personal Training, Michaela Mitoi Hair & Beauty Salon, Cake Boy French Patisserie & Coffee Shop, Edible Foods Cafe, Business Centre, Riverside Nursery, Hairdressers, Doctors, Dentist, Pilates Studio & 24 Hour Concierge.

Transport links: Wandsworth Town is 3 minutes to Clapham Junction, 9 minutes to Vauxhall, 13 minutes to Waterloo, 25 minutes to Victoria (Source. TFL, approximate times only).

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1 Bedroom from £375 per week 2 Bedrooms from £450 per week 3 Bedrooms from £750 per week Most apartments include underground parking (inc bicycles) and the residents gym is free for tenants.

Martin & Co Riverside, Flotilla House, Battersea Reach, SW18 1FX 020 7585 0504, riverside@martinco.com / www.london-riverside.martinco.com

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etween the Commons, and Northcote Road is more than meets the eye….frequently referred to as “Nappy Valley” this fashionable mini Kings Road offers more than just prams. Fabulous state and private primary schools, namely Honeywell, Belleville, Thomas’, Newton Prep and Broomwood Hall, great cafes and al fresco lunches, a fresh fish store, a cheese shop, great local butchers, an array of children’s clothes shops, Farrow and Ball and Fired Earth, and of course numerous estate agents are all in abundance. All of which on a day to day basis creates the feeling of belonging to a community. But this made me think about the perception of Northcote Road... So what really happens when the sun goes down?

The pavements fill with young trendy professionals, men with their ties off and women in their flats straight off the trains at Clapham Junction, Europe’s biggest train station with links across the whole of the UK and a fastrack route to Gatwick airport; who hit the happy hours at Northcote Records, Babel, Powder Keg, The Bank and All bar One. If a pit stop needs to be made for supper, there are so many options; The Bolingbroke, Cote Bistro, Numero Uno, Bryon Burgers, or a spicy Bun ga Hue at Pho the choices are endless. Our favourite at D&G is definitely Dip and Flip, amazing burgers with chips and gravy. Alternatively if home cooking is your forte you have the choice of Waitrose, Tesco, Marks and Spencer and Whole Foods, to choose from. So what more could a young professional, couple or family want when searching for a home, great transport, and a fabulous nightlife on the doorstep and amazing shops? This small road in SW11 has it all.

Narbonne Avenue, SW4 £1,449,950 Freehold Situated in the popular Abbeville Village is this charming Victorian house.

The property has an abundance of original features including, cornicing, fireplaces, tiled floors, windows and doors! Briefly comprising; entrance hall with tiled floor via stained glassed door, two reception rooms, one with a stunning fireplace, ceiling rose and cornicing, the other with stained glass doors leading out to the private rear garden, large kitchen breakfast room with an Aga. Bushells, Clapham 020 7627 8084; bushells.com

Lavenham Road, SW18 £1,100,000 This immaculate Edwardian family home offers a wealth of character features whilst providing all of the benefits of modern day living.

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020 7924 2000; douglasandgordon.com

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Just off Nightingale Square, this magnificent four double bedroom family house enjoys an outstanding level of accommodation in one of the area’s most sought after locations.

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large bedrooms have built-in wardrobes with the master bedroom enjoying an ensuite shower room. The 50’ garden is mainly laid to lawn with floral borders and a sunny patio.

Endlesham Road, SW12 Price on Application - Freehold Sullivan Thomas with Carter Jonas, Wandsworth Common 020 8767 7711; sullivanthomas.co.uk

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BRODRICK ROAD SW17

£2,625,000 F/H

This stunning interior designed family house offers accommodation and style that most people can only dream of and almost all aspire to.

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BELLAMY STREET SW12

£450pw/£1,950pcm*

Charming two double bedroom Victorian cottage in this quiet popular street in the heart of the Nightingale Triangle.

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ALLFARTHING LANE SW18

£300 pw/£1,300pcm*

A rare chance to rent a charming one bedroom house tucked away off Allfarthing Lane.

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IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Ella Cockerton Manager of John D Wood & Co.,Wandsworth

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t’s hard to believe I’ve been selling property in SW18 since the late 1980s. Having abandoned my original plan (which was to study veterinary medicine), I began my career in the SW17 branch of a small estate agency chain. Looking back, I’m sure my parents were bemused by my lack of desire to attend university, but in a somewhat headstrong fashion I decided my interest in property and interiors made estate agency the natural choice – and I wanted to get on with it.

Starting at the bottom, I found myself part of a fabulously energetic and talented team, unusually all-female. It seemed to be a winning formula perfect for that moment and although we worked extremely hard, we also had great fun.

I moved on, although not far geographically, to Bellevue Road and then to Earlsfield. Here, I worked in an office decorated with vintage prints depicting nostalgic scenes of sheep grazing on Wandsworth Common in the late 1800s. I doubt buyers of the early 1990s ever imagined the road would change just as dramatically again, blossoming into the elegant streetscape we see today with its chi-chi boutiques, cafés and restaurants. Despite the scale of change, there are things that have remained constant, like the breadth of property and the extraordinarily friendly and upbeat atmosphere. Here there are flats of all sizes, and houses ranging from little two bedroom cottages, right up to the grand detached Victorian villas in roads like Westover Road, “The Toastrack” and Spencer Park, as well as those around Wandsworth Common, to which we can all look longingly! Having put down roots in the area, I’m part of the community and enjoy bumping

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into people when I’m out and about. There are people I’ve known now for 20 years and I’m often asked for property advice, or a bit of local insight by the newer residents. I’m helping clients navigate the property events which tend to accompany all our familiar milestones and enjoy witnessing the natural progression of the generations; growing older and moving from a first flat to a slightly bigger one, settling down, upsizing to a family home to accommodate an expanding household, or downsizing once the children have left home.

So, twenty-something years on, here I am running an office for John D Wood & Co., a company which feels like a beautifully updated version of an independent estate agency, despite its size and stature. We do not compromise, always putting our clients first and I’m really proud of my successful and committed team who are happy to be part of our community and whose life stages reflect the clients we represent.

Our office is on the edge of Wandsworth Common’s cricket pitch with windows framing a view of stately plane trees, a lovely café and a duck pond a short stroll across the grass. This green lung is at the top my list of why I love Wandsworth. Just a few minutes in the fresh air with dogs and children scampering around is enough to lift anyone’s spirits. It doesn’t take much to remind me why I have stayed in Wandsworth all this time despite being a country girl at heart!

020 3151 5920; johndwood.co.uk

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Balham

Battersea

Merton Park

Putney

Wimbledon

New Homes

020 8772 9373

020 7978 5800

020 8417 8054

020 8780 8780

020 8946 9468

020 8879 9099

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LEASEHOLD

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

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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

Battersea

Merton Park

Putney

Wimbledon

New Homes

020 8772 9373

020 7978 5800

020 8417 8054

020 8780 8780

020 8946 9468

020 8879 9099

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mertonpark@lauristons.com

putney@lauristons.com

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newhomes@lauristons.com

£2,695 pcm

Strachan Place, SW19

Set in the sought after location of Wimbledon Common, a charming three bedroom semi detached cottage, full of Victorian charm and set over three floors. The property comprises of wooden flooring, master bedroom with en-suite and dressing room, two further double bedrooms, modern family bathroom, open plan reception/dining room, charming kitchen backing onto a country yard garden. The closest stations are Wimbledon (District Line, Tramlink and National Rail) and Raynes Park (National Rail). EPC EER F

Wimbledon Lettings: 020 8405 5340

Valleyfield Road, SW16

£3,000 pcm

Park Hill, SW4

£2,250 pcm

A stunning five bedroom 1930s house offering double reception room, conservatory/dining room, a modern fitted kitchen with utility and access to the rear garden. Upstairs there is a master bedroom with ensuite, a further four bedrooms and a family bathroom. EPC EER D

Stunning 800sq ft upper ground floor converted Georgian flat in the heart of Clapham. Tastefully decorated throughout offering a large open plan living room, lovely bay window, stripped wooden flooring and a modern fully fitted kitchen. EPC EER D

Balham Lettings: 020 8772 9373

Battersea Lettings: 020 7978 5800

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FREEHOLD

Milton Road, SW19

£835,000

A simply stunning four double bedroom period terrace home located in this popular tree lined residential road in the desirable ‘Poets’ area of Wimbledon. Having been completely refurbished to the highest of standards this bright and spacious home enjoys a contemporary finish throughout, benefits from a stunning 22’ kitchen/ family room with under floor heating, a large island & solid oak bi-folding doors leading onto the South facing rear garden; the property further benefits from a down stairs WC and with the addition of three bathrooms. EPC EER C

Wimbledon Sales: 020 8946 9468

Schubert Road, Putney SW15

£2,550 pcm

A stunning three bedroom apartment located on the ever popular Schubert Road. Situated moments from local amenities and in a great catchment area for outstanding schools, the apartment is split over two floors offering a large reception with dining area, a spacious fully-fitted eat-in kitchen and a master bedroom with private ensuite. There are two further double bedrooms, an ad-hock storage/study room and a family bathroom. Additional benefits include ample storage throughout and the property is located within Wandsworth Council Tax. EPC EER C

Putney Lettings: 020 8780 8780

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Balham

Battersea

Merton Park

020 8772 9373

020 7978 5800

020 8417 8054

balham@lauristons.com

battersea@lauristons.com

mertonpark@lauristons.com

Putney

Wimbledon

New Homes

020 8780 8780

020 8946 9468

020 8879 9099

putney@lauristons.com

wimbledon@lauristons.com

newhomes@lauristons.com

FREEHOLD

Haldon Road, SW18

ÂŁ1,250,000

A contemporary and beautifully presented four bedroom mid terrace house within 0.6 mile of East Putney underground station. The accommodation comprises of a spacious reception room, a stunning, well-proportioned kitchen breakfast room with a contemporary kitchen with bi-fold glass doors out to the rear garden. The first floor comprises a Master Suite with en-suite shower as well as a further double bedroom and contemporary bathroom. The top floor has two further double bedrooms and a large bathroom. EPC EER D

Putney Sales: 020 8780 8780

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Property Round up Aspire continues its community support through sponsorship of local Bonneville primary school

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Chartfield Avenue, SW15 £3,500,000 Freehold A substantial detached period family home… with a carriage driveway and a tranquil south facing rear garden, positioned on a popular West Putney road. The house has been extensively renovated by its current owners from top to bottom including exquisite bespoke carpentry, a full rewire, a new central heating system, flooring, redecoration and new windows throughout.

Warren, 020 8780 1100; warrenputney.co.uk

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his well-proportioned Victorian family house is situated at the end of a terrace within the heart of ‘Little India’. The accommodation comprises of a double reception room with bay sash windows, cornicing and feature fireplace, and kitchen/breakfast room with bi-folding doors to the garden. There are three good sized bedrooms located across the first and second floors, served by a family bathroom. To the rear there is a pretty patio garden with a decked area.

Many of the street names in the area

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s part of an ongoing programme of support for local Bonneville Primary School, Aspire’s Clapham South office is pleased to announce that it has agreed full sponsorship of all school events for the academic year starting with this year’s Christmas Winter Fair. Mark Williams, Residential Sales Manager of Aspire’s office in Clapham South comments; “We are delighted to be sponsoring Bonneville and playing a part in so many events over the school year. We are always keen to support local organisations and be involved at community level. It will greatly enhance our ability to interact with the local families living in the area and start to build and maintain good relationships by getting to know our future clients.” Bonneville is a two form entry primary school situated in Clapham, South London. The school reflects the community it is part of, with children coming from a wide range of backgrounds.

This diversity is celebrated as a real strength of the school. This year’s Christmas Winter fair takes place on Sunday 7th December and Aspire’s team will be donning sponsorship T-shirts to help sell mulled wine and refreshments. Banners are also being made and erected outside the school and Aspire will be promoting the fair in the local area via their sales boards. bonneville-primary.lambeth.sch.uk 020 8675 1222; aspire.co.uk

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Afghan Road, SW11 £1,150,000 John D Wood & Co., Battersea 020 7228 0174; johndwood.co.uk

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Head of Sales, John D Wood & Co., Clapham 020 3151 5786; johndwood.co.uk

Favourite restaurant Bucci, on Balham High Road. It’s an incredibly friendly familyowned place, where you always get a warm welcome from the owner and the food is consistently excellent.

Best kept secret Moxon's, the Fish and Chip shop at Clapham South, who do lunchtime Friday Fish ‘n’ Chips. It’s only available once a week at lunchtime (open Tuesday to Sunday evenings) but well worth the wait and great value.

Stylish boutique Bunka of Balham, a ladies boutique on Bedford Hill.

The shop is always stocked with ontrend clothes, lots of cards and lovely homeware. They have some great Balham specific prints too, and the staff are always keen to lend a helping hand.

A lost hour I’d head straight down to Anesis4Menspa at 14 The Pavement in Clapham. An hour is just long enough to get rid of some stress with one of their expert full body massages or facials.

An exceptional property Orlando Road, SW4. This house just exudes character and is a beautiful example of these classic Clapham Old Town houses with their impressive proportions and beautiful features. £2,300,000 Freehold.

Finest cocktail Harrison’s Brasserie & Bar, in the heart of Balham, a stylish bar always full of locals enjoying great food and after work drinks. There’s a cocktail bar downstairs, where the staff make fantastic Amaretto Sours, my personal favourite!

Knight Frank in Clapham ROBERT FRENCH

Head of Sales, Knight Frank, Clapham 020 3667 6753; knightfrank.co.uk

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night Frank LLP is opening three new offices in South West London. The offices, Clapham, Barnes and Chiswick will add to a global network of over 335 offices in 52 countries, offering our clients access to a truly global audience.

The Knight Frank Clapham office at 11 The Polygon, SW4 0JE will be headed up by Robert French who has been with Knight Frank since 2010 and has spent the last four

Harbut Road, SW11 £485 Per Week

years with the highly successful Riverside and Battersea offices.

Clapham has seen amazing growth in terms of pricing in the recent years, with beautiful period family homes and also properties for young professionals demand is set to grow. Clapham is also seeing a more international clientele looking to move from the central areas for a bigger houses, gardens and great schools, all still within a short commute of The City.

Robert French, Knight Frank Clapham, said: “I am delighted to be heading up an office for Knight Frank in such a key location. Our Wandsworth & Clapham office have been working in the area for seven years. So to have an office front in Clapham highlights our understanding and dedication to the area. I look forward to working in one of the hottest spots for London property."

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A beautifully decorated two double bedroom top floor apartment located just off St Johns Hill.

This contemporary apartment has been decorated to a superb standard throughout with some fantastic and unique features as well as plenty of storage space. The living room is open plan with a dining and sitting area, while the kitchen is separate and is fully integrated.

The two double bedrooms are good sizes and the bright bathroom is recently refurbished to a contemporary standard.

Chestertons, Battersea 020 7298 5630; chestertons.com

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Queenstown Road, Battersea

£700,000 A third floor luxury apartment located moment from Chelsea Bridge and Battersea Park. EPC = C.

t: 020 7228 2278

Stonells Road, Battersea

£2,385 pcm A stunning two double bedroom cottage located between the commons in this quiet mews situated moments from the ever popular Northcote Road. EPC = D.

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Eccles Road, Battersea

£705,000 A light and spacious two bedroom split level apartment with roof terrace set on the first floor of a period building. EPC = D.

t: 020 7228 2278

Sudgen Road, Battersea

£3,198 pcm Four double bedroom / two bathroom Victorian house with double reception room and extended kitchen situated just off Clapham Common Northside.

EPC = E.

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Narbonne Road, SW4

£1,450,000

Talma Road, SW2

£850,000

A fantastic family home situated a short walk from Abbeville Road. The charming Victorian house has a wealth of original features including fireplaces and cornicing, two reception rooms, four double bedrooms and a family kitchen and bathroom. EPC = E

A stunning, newly refurbished Victorian terrace house a short walk between Brixton and Herne Hill stations. Boasting a dual aspect double reception room, large kitchen breakfast room, downstairs W.C, three double bedrooms and family bathroom. EPC = D

Clapham Office 020 7627 8084 clapham@bushells.com

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Union Road, SW4

Nursery Road, SW9

£625,000

£800,000

Bushells are delighted to offer to the market, this well presented three bedroom Victorian flat. The first floor conversion is located a short walk to either Stockwell or Clapham North underground station and also boast off street parking for one car. EPC = D

A great opportunity to acquire this semi-detached Victorian house located a short walk from Brixton High Street and underground station. The property boasts a larger than average garden and offers scope to extend (STPP). Book your viewing today! EPC = D

Clapham Office 020 7627 8084 clapham@bushells.com

Clapham Office 020 7627 8084 clapham@bushells.com

Acton  Balham  Bloomsbury  Battersea  Camden  Clapham  Dulwich  Fulham  Hammersmith  Highbury  Islington  West Hampstead

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Acre Lane, SW2

£799,950

A stunning split level flat, set within a beautiful Grade II Listed Georgian Building, in the heart of Brixton. This unique property offers flexible accommodation, including three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a grand reception room, kitchen breakfast room with doors leading to a lovely courtyard garden and off street parking to the front. EPC = D

Clapham Office 020 7627 8084 clapham@bushells.com PART OF THE EDMUND CUDE GROUP

Acton  Balham  Bloomsbury  Battersea  Camden  Clapham  Dulwich  Fulham  Hammersmith  Highbury  Islington  West Hampstead

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attersea has changed significantly over the past 30 years.

The successive generations of professional families have transformed its attractive streets of Victorian houses into one of the Capital’s most desirable neighbourhoods helping to boost the areas ‘nappy valley’ status. Young families are attracted by the open spaces of Battersea Park, Wandsworth Common and Clapham Common, as well as the excellent range of local schools. Belleville Primary School and Honeywell Primary School are two large state schools situated ‘between the commons’ which are highly sought after, along with Wix Primary School off Clapham Common Northside, which offers a unique bilingual service, teaching in both English and French. An ever increasing number of private preparatory schools are also on offer and the Bolingbroke Academy is proving a popular secondary school option.

hen discussing the property market in South West London, it would be remiss not to talk about the huge regeneration taking place at the Battersea Power Station. This iconic, Art Deco building is being transformed into stunning luxury apartments with good, functional architecture and design at its core. As a result, the developers are achieving in excess of £1,100 per sq ft which is relatively unheard of in this part of London. Interestingly however, there appears to be an appetite among buyers for not only these new homes but also neighbouring period properties which offer a lovely contrast and cater for buyers with more realistic budgets who prefer this older style.

Quality homes are proving popular among both first time buyers and investors. The extension to the Northern Line will include two new stations and will no doubt add value to nearby properties when it launches.

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atest figures from the Land Registry show that the London Borough of Lambeth has seen the highest capital growth of any region in the UK, at 28.9%. Located in the borough is Brixton, which has been a huge contributing factor towards these increases as its popularity in the last few years has surged. Its superb transport links and rows of pretty Victorian streets have inspired a change in the demographic of buyer here. Before the recent surge in prices, Brixton was largely a destination for media and advertising types seeking a more diverse community. These days, with the transformation of Brixton Market and huge investment from both small and large developers and housebuilders, there has been a distinct shift in buyer. The new profile tends to be young professionals with wealthy backgrounds and it’s now rare to see many buyers without at least 30% cash deposits.

he £2.8 million Clapham Old Town Regeneration Project is fully underway and the initial results are already raising the perception of the area. Although this is already a beautiful part of South West London, the regeneration has further enhanced and emphasised the unique positioning of the Common and The Pavement while reducing the dominance of traffic. In addition, more than 70 new trees will be planted, going a long way to reinforce the leafy, residential nature of the area. These improvements will contribute significantly towards future property price increases and we’re finding many new buyers are choosing this area over other locations purely as a result of the works.

Many of our buyers tend to be young professional first time buyers, so the initial improvements at Venn Street, coupled with the addition of an Urban Piazza surrounded by bars, eateries and boutique shops is a huge draw.

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utney is seeing a surge of new residential developments which are attracting overseas rental investors, many of which buy in bulk. Furthermore, Putney’s thriving and stable rental market, which offers a steady growth for buyers, is perceived as a safe investment.

The popular area has much to offer – good transport links, including the mainline train to Waterloo and the East Putney underground station - both of which add to the area’s desirability and help to attract many young professional couples and corporate tenants.

Investors, typically from the Far East who tend to buy off plan, find this type of affluent demographic of tenant very appealing as they often provide better security against void periods. The costs of new builds vary – the price of a one bedroom apartment in one of central Putney typically ranges upwards from £500,000, while a two bedroom apartment starts from around £750,000.

020 8780 0033

Sales Manager Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, Wimbledon

Sales Manager Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, Southfields

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hen I first came to Southfields in 2005, it was fairly common for buyers to overlook in favour of the more expensive surrounding areas, as it was perceived to be less desirable but offer better value for money. Now however, buyers are looking at Southfields as their first choice. The area has developed and transformed with familiar names such as Starbucks, Tesco and Sainsbury’s arriving and with Marks and Spencer Simply Food on the horizon. Although these high street brands may not always be in favour with those wanting to ‘keep things local’ they do bring credibility to the area and well known brands are an indication to buyers that the area is well established. These additions have succeeded in attracting both families and young professionals alike and as such, in more recent years we’ve seen a rise in the number of younger buyers purchasing in Southfields.

020 8871 9655

he appeal for Wimbledon and its famed association with the annual tennis tournament is as strong as ever. This leafy area has a diverse property market catering for all types of purchasers, from first time buyers to families looking for a good selection of primary schools and rental investors from around the world. One of the major attractions for living in and around the town centre are the transport links in and out of London. The mainline serves Waterloo and the South Coast, while Clapham Junction is only two stops away. Wimbledon also offers two underground stations – the District line at Wimbledon and the Northern line at South Wimbledon. In addition, there is the Thameslink line into Blackfriars and London Bridge and the popular Tram line to and from Croydon.

Commuters and long distance travellers have the added benefit of living within easy reach of the A3 and M25.

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Sales Manager Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward, Tooting

he appeal of Tooting has really increased over the past year and we’ve seen a steady influx of buyers from the more expensive neighbouring areas of Balham and Earlsfield look to reside here. The High Street is currently undergoing a transformation with demand growing for stylish bars, pubs and independent restaurants as influences from the younger demographic start to take effect. Good transport links via the Northern Line and overland rail links offer an easy commute into the City and are a key motivating factor. Young professionals and families attracted by good schools tend to be the largest group of buyers here as they have quickly learnt that Tooting offers better value for money than surrounding locations in South West London. As a result, we’ve seen the number of registered buyers coming from these areas this year grow by 30% which has contributed towards an 18% increase in property prices.

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Substantial double fronted Period features Crockerton Road, SW17 A substantial and elegant, double fronted Victorian home which has been sympathetically and expertly restored retaining virtually all the period features including stained glass front door, tessellated tiled floors, feature fireplaces and ornate corniced ceilings. Crockerton Road enjoys a favoured position within easy walking distance to a number of excellent local independent and state schools plus a wide range of excellent shops, restaurants and bars in the area. ÂŁ2,500,000 Freehold

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Battersea 020 7924 2255

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Clapham 020 8875 7995

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Wimbledon 020 3750 9111

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Beautifully refurbished

Semi-detached home

Grove Park, SE5 This semi-detached Victorian house, has been completely renovated throughout capturing the classical character which can be found on Grove Park. Accommodation comprises; a reception room, a stunning open plan kitchen/breakfast room, a raised spacious family. On the lower ground floor are a separate utility room and guest cloak room. To the first floor and second floor are five bedrooms and three luxury bathrooms. ÂŁ1,775,000 Freehold

Dulwich 020 8875 7999

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Extremely spacious Split over four floors Chelsham Road, SW4 A fantastic modern built family house, which perfectly blends in with the Victorian houses in the road. The lower ground floor comprises; an open plan kitchen family/dining room, utility room and access to the courtyard garden. On the raised ground floor is the main entrance, reception room plus a cloakroom. Over the first, second and third floors are five double bedrooms served by three bathrooms. ÂŁ1,499,950 Freehold

Battersea 020 7924 2255

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Balham 020 8675 6565

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Tooting 020 8767 0522

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wimbledon 020 3750 9111

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Victorian Maisonette Double fronted

Bonneville Gardens, SW4 A double fronted purpose built Victorian maisonette, including a front reception room, master bedroom with door to a luxury ensuite shower room with under floor heating, this in turn leads to the fourth bedroom.

There are two more double bedrooms served by a spacious bathroom. To the rear is a further reception room which is open plan to the kitchen.

ÂŁ1,450,000 Leasehold

Clapham 020 8875 7995

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A very attractive detached Victorian house in prime central Putney with a large lawned west facing private rear garden.

| Detached Victorian freehold house | Prime central Putney location | Five double bedrooms | 50 Ft west facing rear garden | Kitchen/breakfast room | Reception room | Dining room | Bathroom | Shower room | Laundry room | Utility | EPC rating F

Burstock Road, SW15 ÂŁ2,250,000

Offering over 2,000 Sq Ft of living accommodation, this spacious four bedroom Victorian terraced house enjoys a 30 Ft west Facing Garden.

| Victorian | Double reception| Downstairs W. C. | Kitchen-breakfast room | Cellar | 30 Ft West facing garden | Communal garden | Master bedroom | Three double bedrooms | Two bathrooms | Eaves storage | EPC rating D

Abbotstone Road, SW15 ÂŁ1,695,000

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Norroy Rd, SW15

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£1,499,999

Upper Richmond Rd, SW15

£1,250,000

| 1950 Sq Ft | Spacious entrance hallway | Reception room | Eat in kitchen/dining room | Family room/bedroom four | Master bedroom with en-suite shower room | Two further double bedrooms | Large roof terrace | Front balcony | Secure and dedicated underground parking | EPC rating D

| Entrance hallway | Dining room | Drawing room | Kitchen | Utility room | Four double bedrooms | Study/bedroom five | Two bathrooms | Cellar and eaves storage | 36 Ft front garden | 51 Ft south facing rear garden | EPC rating D

Dryad Street, SW15

Galveston Rd, SW15

£1,200,000

| Detached converted warehouse | Three double bedrooms | Luxury modern en-suite shower room | Modern bathroom | 20 Ft reception room with double height vaulted ceiling | Extremely well-appointed kitchen with high quality fittings | Patio with hot tub | Decked roof terrace | EPC rating C

£795,000

| 1022 Sq Ft | Custom interior design | Luxury bathrooms | Three double bedrooms | Two bathrooms | East Putney location | Share of freehold | Electric Velux windows | Sound insulated flooring | Complete rewire | High pressure heating and water system | EPC rating C

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

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Campion Road, SW15

£5,000 PCM

£3,750 PCM

Modern house | Large reception room | Fantastic kitchen/ dining room | Study/fourth bedroom | Master suite | Two further bedrooms | Luxury family bathroom | Private garden | Off-street parking | EPC rating C

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Semi-detached house | Double reception room | Kitchen/ breakfast room | Conservatory/dining room | Utility room | Cloak room | Rear garden | Side access | Five double bedrooms | Two bathrooms | Close to transport links | EPC rating F

Putney Hill, SW15

Hazlewell Road, SW15

£1,750 PCM

| Stunning period flat | Elegant reception room | Fitted kitchen | Master bedroom | Further double bedroom | Smart bathroom | Stripped wood floors | Great location | EPC rating D

Borneo Street, SW15

£1,750 PCM

| Stunning garden flat | Reception room | Kitchen/dining | Two bedrooms | Luxury bathroom | Private garden | Own front door | Great location | Close to river | EPC rating D

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FOR SALE

Between The Commons, SW12 £3,250,000 | FREEHOLD

One of the most substantial and distinctive properties on this highly desirable street, this six-bedroom, semi-detached Victorian house offers 3500 square feet of space including numerous living areas, an enormous kitchen/dining room and a beautiful south-facing garden. It occupies a prime position, just a few steps from Wandsworth Common and a few hundred yards from its mainline station. Excellent schools and fashionable shopping and restaurants are close by. EPC - E. • Spacious Hallway • Enormous Kitchen / Dining Room • Drawing Room • Cloakroom • TV / Family Room • Utility Room • Master Suite + Bathroom + Dressing Room • Guest Bedroom + En Suite Shower

• 4 Additional Double Bedrooms (6 total) • 4 Baths/Showers (total) • Study • Bike Store • 38’ x 27’ South-Facing Garden • Residents Parking • London B of Wandsworth • 3488 Sq Ft / 324 Sq M

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Between The Commons, SW11 £2,250,000 | FREEHOLD

This exceptional house has been rebuilt and re-designed by award-winning architects Minale & Mann to provide a unique and substantial family home.

Featuring a plethora of contemporary stylings by exclusive boutique designer Buster & Punch, it breaks the mould for interior design Between the Commons.

Situated just yards from the West Side of Clapham Common, and close to Northcote Road, Belleville School and transport links at Clapham Junction.

• Entrance Hall • Double Reception Room • Kitchen/ Dining Room • Cinema/Family Room • Bespoke Wine Store • Utility Room • Double Bedrooms • Spa •3 Further Bath / Shower Rooms • Cloakroom/WC

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Clarendon Drive, SW15

£1,150 pcm

Carlton Drive, SW15

£1,700 pcm

A spacious first floor conversion studio flat set within a period house, located in sought after West Putney and walking distance to all local amenities. Further benefits include wood flooring and character features throughout the property.

A newly refurbished two double bedroom apartment, situated moments to East Putney Tube and Putney High Street with all the local amenities. Set within this modern development the property offers contemporary fixtures and fittings including wood flooring and brand new carpet in the bedrooms.

Stamford Square, SW15

Britannia Road, SW6

£2,100 pcm

A beautifully presented apartment in the brand new prestigious Stamford Square development located in central Putney and only a few moments to the Tube station, Putney High Street and all local amenities. The property is finished to a very high standard with further benefits including storage for bicycles.

£2,817 pcm

An absolutely stunning luxury apartment situated in this brand new development and only moments to Fulham Broadway tube station as well as the shops and restaurants of Fulham and Chelsea. With all fixtures and fittings being ultra-modern, this property radiates style and sophistication and is perfect for the professionals who commute.

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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HELP US CREATE A HAPPY CHRISTMAS This year the Douglas & Gordon and Kids Company partnership gets real with three D&G teams restoring three properties you simply wouldn’t believe could be home to children.

It’s practical and we’d love you to help us help them.

Kids Company has set up a housing intervention programme that aids families by creating a healthier and happier environment for these children by completely redecorating parts of their homes.

To find out more, please pop into your local Douglas & Gordon office or visit our website:

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Clarendon Drive SW15 £1,795,000 Freehold West Putney Sales 020 8785 6666 | wputneysales@dng.co.uk

Atherton Street SW11 £1,600,000 Freehold Battersea Park Sales 020 7720 8077 | battpksales@dng.co.uk South

Balham

Battersea

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Fulham

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Battersea Park

This delightful family house covering 2,530 sq.ft. has the perfect combination of living and entertaining space. The house has high ceilings and ample natural light throughout making it a very attractive property.

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en-suite), 2 reception rooms, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cellar, Garden, EPC: E.

Located just moments from Battersea Park and the River Thames is this family home spread over 1,800 sq.ft. Concertina doors lead out on to the private southwest facing garden offering the perfect space for entertaining.

5 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (3 en-suite), Double reception room, Kitchen/dining room, South-west facing terrace, EPC: D.

Clapham

East Putney

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

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Montholme Road SW11 £1,425,000 Freehold

4 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room, Double reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Cellar, Garden, EPC: E.

Battersea Sales 020 7924 2000 | battsales@dng.co.uk

A beautifully maintained family home boasting light and space throughout. The kitchen could be extended in to the side return to create further entertaining space, subject to planning permission and the usual consents.

Disraeli Road SW15 £1,395,000 Freehold

A spacious and beautifully presented four bedroom family home, arranged over three floors and benefitting from a large garden.

4 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Double reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Garden, EPC D.

East Putney Sales 020 8788 3000 | putneysales@dng.co.uk North

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Fulham

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

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Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

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Astonville Street SW18 ÂŁ1,100,000 Freehold Southfields Sales 020 8874 8822 | sthfldssales@dng.co.uk

Anchor Mews SW12 ÂŁ1,100,000 Share of Freehold Balham Sales 020 8673 0191 | balhamsales@dng.co.uk South

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Battersea

Battersea Park

A beautifully extended, four double bedroom, family home with a fabulous west-facing garden. On the ground floor, the front reception room boasts a bay window and a lovely feature fireplace.

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen/family/dining room, Cloakroom, Garden, EPC: D.

A unique mews house set within the old print works gated development. The property covers 1,795 sq.ft. with a triple height vaulted ceiling creating a fantastic open-plan entertaining space and is also being sold with a garage.

3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite), Large reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Utility room, Garage, Mezzanine level, EPC: D.

Clapham

East Putney

Southfields & Earlsfield

West Putney

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Caldervale Road SW4 £1,150 per week Fees apply Unfurnished Clapham Lettings 020 8675 0888 | claphamlets@dng.co.uk

Haldon Road SW18 £784 per week Fees apply Unfurnished East Putney Lettings 020 8788 3333 | putneylets@dng.co.uk North

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Fulham

A beautiful Victorian terraced house that has been carefully renovated and extended to create a stunning family home with wonderful living and entertaining space.

5 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (2 en-suite), Double reception room, Kitchen/dining room, Cellar, Garden, EPC: D.

This home is arranged over three floors and benefits from neutral decor throughout. Located just off West Hill the property is only a short walk from East Putney underground station and Wandsworth Town mainline station.

5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Double reception room, Eat-in kitchen, Cellar, Garden, EPC: E.

Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush

Kensington

Kensington Gate

South Kensington

Notting Hill

Pimlico & Westminster

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There’s nothing average about London property prices.

London’s complex property market is performing very differently from area to area. If you’re thinking about selling or letting, make sure you talk to our experts first. douglasandgordon.com

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