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£2,495,000 An exceptional, linked detached, five bedroom family property built by Octagon in this award winning riverside development. EPC = C.

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£9,000 pcm An exceptional house on Richmond Hill offering four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and four reception rooms. Available end of August. EPC = B.

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£1,950,000 A fabulous six bedroom semi detached period family house situated on the Parkside of East Sheen in excellent decorative order. EPC = E.

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A stunning five bedroom, semi-detached family home located in this quiet residential area with a spacious, east facing garden. Offering an abundance of light from the rear extension and its floor to ceiling Argon glass with sunflex sliding door system. The layout of the downstairs rooms provides excellent living and entertaining space. Other noticeable benefits to this house include a lovely front reception room, a large open-plan kitchen area with utility room, downstairs cloakroom, internal intercom system, under floor heating. EPC Rating = D Richmond Office: +44 (0)20 8940 6789 richmond@jackson-stops.co.uk

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CONTENTS June • ARTS & CULTURE 11

DIARY

WILD THING

Chris Baldacci rounds up this month’s highlights On the road with Charley Boorman

• STYLE 24

SOPHIE’S WORLD

FASHION PRODUCTS

Brora’s fashionable collaboration with the delicious Miss Dahl Fashion goes mad for monochrome

• HEALTH & BEAUTY 41

BEAUTY NOTES

Pastel shades and Leona Lewis champions cruelty-free beauty

• INTERIORS 47 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS Designer picks of the month

SHIP SHAPE

Nautical looks for the home

• FOOD & TRAVEL 65 77

FOOD REVIEW

Veggie delights at The Bingham

TABLE TALK

Incredible Michelin-starred eatieries around the world

• PROPERTY 114

IN THEIR OWN WORDS

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LIVING THE DREAM

Susan Fitz-Gibbon, Fitz-Gibbon This month’s most wanted

RICH PICKINGS

CELEBRATING TWENTY YEARS OF BRORA

FASHION • SHOPPING • FOOD & DRINK • WHAT’S ON • CULTURE • INTERIORS • PROPERTY WWW.ZEST-MEDIA.COM

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Editor’s

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’hen I was little, I had dreams of following in my uncle’s footsteps and owning a motorcycle (yes, I was a tomboy). My parents vetoed the idea instantly, long before I was anywhere near old enough to apply for a scooter license. Whilst I’m now perfectly happy behind the steering wheel of my trusty car – instead of weaving precariously through traffic on a Harley – I still have a fondness for the two-wheeled lifestyle, specifically the freedom that a motorbike represents. One man who knows this better than most is Charley Boorman, the one time actor who’s now better known for his incredible adventures across the globe. That and his friendship with actor and fellow motorbike nut Ewan McGregor. Turn to page 20 for the secrets behind sharing the road with an A-lister and why he now calls Barnes home. Richmond is particularly gorgeous at this time of year, when it is bathed in sunshine and people venture outdoors to take part in the many balls and social gatherings. It is also this month that some of the more secretive open spaces are opened to the public during the NGS open days. Take a look at page 58 for a sneak preview and some recommendations. Let’s just hope the good weather decides to stick around. Until next month.

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MONSOON

We may not get to experience an Indian summer, but there’s nothing to stop us dressing for one. The SS13 collection for Monsoon is a mix of patterned quilted jackets, metallic paisley print dresses and romantic florals adaptable from daytime to eveningwear. The eternally youthful Yasmin Le Bon has swapped Richmond for India for the stunning campaign. 39 George Street, TW9 1HY; monsoon.co.uk

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FLATFORMS FROM RIVER ISLAND

Tapping into the Oriental trend this summer, these white leather flatforms are spot on for summer. Comfortable and versatile with a pleated trim, they are best worn with a bright coloured skirt or dress or very simple with a black shift to create a monochrome effect. £50, 70-72 George St, TW9; riverisland.com

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FOUNDERS ESTATE WINE

The flavour of California in the comfort of your own home; bliss! Beringer Vineyard’s Founders Estate wine comes directly from one of the oldest wineries in Napa Valley, which managed to survive even during the dreaded prohibition of the 1920s. A fantastic taste, we especially love their chardonnay. beringer.com

All the childish glee of the funfair encapsulated in a beautiful and elegant gold necklace by Oliver Bonas. With a long chain and delicate merry-go-round pendant, the vintage style necklace adds the perfect finishing touch to any outfit. £18, 4 The Quadrant, TW9; oliverbonas.com

PAPERCHASE NOTEPAD

Whether you’re doing something as exciting as planning the itinerary for your holiday or something as everyday as jotting down your shopping list, this lovely little notepad is perfect. £3, Richmond Station, Kew Road, TW9; paperchase.co.uk

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NOT UNTIL WE ARE LOST 13-16 JUNE ROSE THEATRE KINGSTON This show takes the audience through a series of stories about what it is like to be lost. Using aerial acrobatics and sets that evolve as the narrative unfolds, the play boasts an original score from award-winning composer Graham Fitkin and features a choir made up from local people, specially formed for this performance. tickets ÂŁ18; rosetheatrekingston.org

Diary Chris Baldacci picks the hottest tickets in town

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IN THE CINEMA 31 MAY

BYZANTIUM In recent years pop culture has developed an obsession with the undead, but Byzantium has managed to find a new angle on the slightly overdone vampire mythology. The film tells the story of Clara and Eleanor, a mother and daughter (in the less than conventional sense) and their struggle to balance living a relatively normal life and keeping their secret. Odeon Richmond, 72 Hill Rise, TW9; odeon.co.uk

HAMPTON COURT PALACE FESTIVAL 13-24 JUNE

HAMPTON COURT PALACE Kicking off with Jools Holland and his rhythm and blues orchestra, the Hampton Court Festival is an opportunity to see a whole gamut of excellent bands. Acts include the iconic Cliff Richard, Imelda May and Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons. hamptoncourtpalacefestival.com

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FESTIVAL OF FLOWERS 6-8 JUNE

Out of town

GUILDFORD CATHEDRAL GALA Looking to escape the city this month? Why not take a trip to nearby Guildford for the iconic cathedralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual Festival of Flowers, featuring floral arrangements designed by Paula Pryke, one of the most renowned florists in the world. The delightful gardens of Guildford Cathedral will be transformed into a riot of colour. guildford-cathedral.org

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STRAWBERRY HILL BALL 28 JUNE

LONDON OLYMPIA Taking place in Horace Warpol’s truly stunning Gothic castle, the Strawberry Hill Ball shall transport you back to the decadence of the late 18th century with acts such as the Covent Garden Minuet Company, who will give you a taste of traditional social dances of the period in full authentic dress. Book a table for dinner or bring your own picnic. Tickets £35; strawberryhillhouse.org.uk

Book Hot List...

Page-turners for the summer BRINGING UP THE BODIES BY HILARY MANTEL

And the prize for the book with the most prizes goes to Bring up the Bodies, bestselling sequel to the bestselling and prize-winning Wolf Hall. Open this and with repeated clunks you will find a Booker, a Costa Novel and a Costa Book of the Year, a Specsavers National Book Award and probably, before long, that award formerly known as The Orange Prize (The Women’s Prize for Fiction). But prizes are given for a reason and with the paperback release, the more patient readers with less room in their bags can find out why. £9.99, 4th Estate

A DELICATE TRUTH BY JOHN LE CARRÉ

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TWICKENHAM When summer rolls around it’s time to party, and where better a setting than beside the Thames. The Twickenham Riverside Festival takes place throughout June with a variety of nautical but nice activities on offer including dragon boat racing, water zorbing and yacht cruises around eel pie island. twickenhamalive.com

Toby Bell is the ambitious private secretary to a more ruthlessly ambitious Foreign Office Minister and is not supposed to know about the counter terror operation the Minister has run. But he does, and he suspects something about it is very awry. Like the best le Carré novels, behind all the quiet and ambiguity of the narrative there is a lot of noise and a lot more to say about the state of Britain. And this new thriller from the undisputed, peerless and generally (rightly) vaunted master of the modern spy novel, looks set to sit happily among the more famous of his canon. £18.99, Viking

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HAM HOUSE If you’re a devotee of Downton Abbey, you’ll love the behind the scenes tour of the National Trust property Ham House and Gardens. The tour takes you through the daily life of a servant at one of the UK’s most beautiful stately homes. nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house

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After a love affair with an older married man lands her in MI5, Serena Frome’s voracious love of reading results in her working undercover to recruit a writer who must not know he is being recruited by MI5. In an early Seventies Britain, all drab and volatile and with the Cold War sliding into its final, turgid stage, Serena finds herself falling in love with her writer. There are all the ingredients of a good spy novel for sure, but this is an Ian McEwan spy novel, and soon turns into something else entirely. A book that is playful, clever, knowing and full of stories. £8.99, Vintage 13

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ART, MUSIC, FILM, BOOKS Fight for your right Beyoncé, Salma Hayek and Gucci creative director Frida Giannini have founded Chime for Change, a revolutionary charitable inititative to raise awareness for the plight of women and girls across the world. The scheme aims to raise funds for various health, education and justice programs that target the trade of human trafficking and domestic violence. Queen Bey will headline a special concert at Twickenham Stadium along with Ellie Goulding, Rita Ora, Florence + the Machine and, recently announced, Jennifer Lopez. Talk about girl power. Tickets £95; chimeforchange.org

Culture Clash MONKEY BIZZ

The life of a wild chimpanzee is one fraught with trials and tribulations and the new film Chimpanzee, directed by Alastair Fothergill and Mark Linfield of the BBC program Earth, documents the life of one fascinating little guy, Oscar the chimp. Those lucky few that headed to the Barbican preview of the film were treated to a Q&A with Richmond’s great biologist and broadcaster, Sir David Attenborough. disney.co.uk

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HIGH SOCIETY

On 11 June, the Holly Lodge Centre will host Royal Reflections, an evening of music and entertainment with world famous opera stars, musicians and a special guest appearance from The Tiffinian cappella group. All to be taking place in the presence of HRH Princess Alexandra. £40, supper included. For more infomation visit thehollylodgecentre.org.uk

ART FOR ART’S SAKE The Kingston Artists’ Open Studios (or KAOS for short) is a self-funded group of artists and ceramicists with a strong community flavor, and are opening their studios this month to show off collections across three venues. Featuring works from a wide range of artistic disciplines including some stunning paintings and first-rate ceramics, the open days will take place over two weekends and feature 11 different artists. For more infomation head to kingstonartistsopenstudios.co.uk

BLUE PLAQUE OF THE MONTH – Gustav Holst – 10 The Terrace, Barnes, SW13

Gustav Holst (1874-1934) was a composer with one eye on the sky. His most famous work, The Planets, has been reproduced many times and still holds a special place in British culture. Holst managed to imbue seven of the planets with their own personality and charm. Earth was not included because of the astrological nature of the composition and Pluto, even though its discovery preceded Holst’s death by four years, was never given its own piece because he felt The Planets’ popularity detracted from his other works.

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GREAT DANES

Widely held to be the best Danish kidswear brand – and there are lots of good ones out there – Molo’s new summer range is a delight. Think stripes, photographic prints, fluoro shades, ruffles and lots of zebras. We love this Clary dress in white with its embroidered butterfl ies, signature zebra and a dog in a party hat. Available from Infant, 343 Upper Richmond Road West, SW14; molo-kids.com

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Transform bathtime with Childs Farm’s range of candyscented organic products. Designed specifically with children in mind, we love the strawberry and organic mint conditioner, which detangles unruly manes perfectly. Available at Gymboree, TW1; childsfarm.com

KNIT ONE, PEARL ONE

Mrs Moon yarn and haberdashery shop has launched a knitting and crochet course called Materknitty for mothersto-be. The one day course will take beginners through the basics and equip them with the skills and materials to make their very own blanket. 41 Crown Road, Twickenham, TW1; mrsmoon.co.uk

SPANISH EYES

The new season collection from Spanish brand Neck and Neck is full of bright little numbers that will really add a touch of style and class to your little one’s wardrobe. 18B Hill Rise, Richmond, TW10

MONSTER MUNCH

These two are part of award-winning children’s brand TUMTUM’s brand new range of dining bits and bobs. To add even more fun to dinnertime, each character (there are 4 in total) can be downloaded, printed and put together to create a 3D version. Plates £7, available at John Lewis Wood Street KT1; tumtumtot.com,

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Under pressure A leading head teacher has condemned ‘hothousing’ children. Are we asking too much of our children too soon? By Amanda Constance

e all know the sort, don’t we? Those children for whom the odd ballet, piano or swimming lesson isn’t quite enough. No, little Atticus has a maths and English tutor, plus Kumon, Mandarin and extra French lessons after school; and that’s before drama, violin and flute lessons on a Saturday morning. His parents, pushy, anxious and ever-present, schedule his every waking moment in the pursuit of excellence; they started plotting how to get poor Atticus into St Paul’s the moment the umbilical cord was cut. Now Richard Harman, headmaster of the prestigious Uppingham School, in Rutland, has said enough is enough. A few weeks ago, he condemned such pushy parenting saying the current approach ‘may get short-term results but risks long-term damage.’ Harman, who is taking over as leader of the Headmasters and Headmistresses Conference next year, condemned teachers and parents who create a ‘hothouse atmosphere’, adding that, ‘the entire social life of some London parents is consumed by whether or not their children are going to get into the school of their choice. They put their children through seven, eight or nine entrance tests. There is paranoia and a pressure that is just unhealthy for parents, as well as their children.’

And the evidence seems to suggest this hothousing is starting at an increasingly younger age. The latest edition of the Good Schools Guide made headlines this year when it revealed that some turbo-charged London parents have been hoping to get their little darlings a head start by paying for professional interview coaching for their three-year-olds. Such startling news raises the question: why do parents feel the need to do it and why on earth are pre-preps interviewing prospective pupils? The answer is simple: the best schools in the capital are massively oversubscribed from pre-

Of course, it isn’t wrong to be academically ambitious for your child. But Anthony Seldon, headmaster of Wellington College, says all too often well-meaning parents are convinced that their offspring are brighter than they really are. This may be because of their own academic ambitions or due to a distorted vision of what their child should achieve, both of which only increase the stress for the child. Seldon’s advice is to listen to the teachers and remember to ‘love our children wisely.’ You only need to go online to see that it is anxiety as much as ambition that is causing us to hothouse our youngsters. The parental blogosphere is full of worries about competition; from a shrinking job market to an ever more crowded world to academically brilliant Chinese children. Harman agrees that difficult economic times have fuelled the panic but his answer is that, ‘instead of focusing on results, schools and parents must help children handle failure, develop different strengths and become resilient people who can make relationships with others, because that is what brings proper happiness in life-long terms.’ Charles Milne, Eton’s tutor for admissions, concurs. He says that when looking for its brightest boys – the so-called King’s Scholars – Eton looks for ‘boys with an original and enquiring mind, with the ability to go beyond the mere regurgitation of knowledge.’

‘You only need to go online to see that it is anxiety as much as ambition that is causing us to hothouse our youngsters’ prep upwards, so parents are doing everything they can to squeeze that little bit ahead in the race. Yet, ironically, as any sane parent or teacher already knows; you can’t coach a three year-old for an interview. Jo Newman, head of North London Collegiate Junior School – all girls, reception to year 6, and which selects 40 four-year-olds from around 200 applicants – told the Good Schools Guide: ‘I always tell parents that if they’re paying to coach three-year-olds, they might as well burn £20 notes. The only useful preparation is to talk to them, play with them and read them stories.’

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eaving the wife and kids behind to set off on a journey with your best mate in tow is on many a man’s bucket list, though there is an air of a mid-life crisis about it. Somehow Charley Boorman avoided this cliché when he hit the road with A-list best buddy Ewan McGregor on an epic trip from London to New York via eastern Europe and Asia; which resulted in the fittingly titled series The Long Way Round. Son of film director John Boorman, Charley started out as an actor himself, meeting Ewan on the set of The Serpent’s Kiss in 1997. The more experienced motorcyclist of the duo, the two hit it off immediately and their natural and amiable camaraderie made the 2004 show a huge hit. Rather than the trip quenching Charley’s thirst for adventure, he has since made a series of documentaries and books, setting off again with Ewan by his side for the 2007 series Long Way Down, which charted their journey from John o’ Groats, Scotland to Cape Town. He has also parted from his beloved motorcycle for two ‘By any Means’ series, which saw him travelling vast areas via any mode of

transport accessible. For his most recent expedition, Charley has explored the exotic and widely misunderstood country of South Africa. From tracking lions in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park to spelunking down into the depths of the earth in search of gold at the Tiger Trap mine, A South African Adventure promises to be the most enlightening and entertaining expedition to date... What surprised you most about South Africa during filming? When I first visited South Africa, what was surprising and lovely is how much safer it is than people lead you to believe. People say what a dodgy place it is, but having ridden through South Africa I know how friendly the people are and how safe it really is. South Africa has an abundance of friendly people, incredible food and value for money which is second to none. And of course you get all this breathtaking scenery for free which is just fantastic. When did the travel bug first bite? Was it before your Long Way Round adventure

with Ewan McGregor? Whose idea was that trip? I was lucky enough as a child to travel with my father on location for loads of different films, and when I was older (this is probably why my acting career didn’t take off!) I always chose scripts based on their locations so visited some amazing places. Ewan and I met on the set of one of dad’s films, The Serpent’s Kiss. We both had just had our first child and found that we also both had a love of motorcycles and really hit it off. The inspiration to go on a trip came from Ted Simon’s book, Jupiter’s Travels – it’s a must read for any motorcycle adventurer! As you’ve been to so many countries, have you ever felt the desire to live abroad or do you feel settled back in Barnes? No I don’t think so, I think because I travel so much I just love coming back. My family, my siblings, my life, my mum, my friends and everybody live here so I’m very comfortable at home. I love London and living in Barnes is great; you’re in the centre of London but feel like you’re in the countryside. There’s a slight village-y feel 21

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to it all and it’s a really laid back place, the perfect place to return to if you’ve been away for a long time. It’s really a beautiful little part of the world. Do you ever want to go back into acting? Well my career started in acting and I do love it, so who knows. If Spielberg comes knocking I might take him up on an offer!

‘Ewan is a fantastic travelling companion, we’re both so passionate about motorcycles and have had some incredible adventures. You need someone you can have a laugh with’

What is Ewan McGregor like to travel with? How do you cope with being together for long periods of time without getting on each other’s nerves? Ewan is a fantastic travelling companion, we’re both so passionate about motorcycles and we have had some incredible experiences together. During the Long Way Round and the Long Way Down, we saw some unbelievable places and had such a great time together. You just need someone that you get on with and who you can have a laugh with. As long as all the preparation is done beforehand, you should just be able to enjoy yourself. What are the pros and cons of being on the road for long periods of time? Pros are that you get to see all these amazing places, meet new people and see new things. You get to really get under the skin of these places and it’s such a privilege to be able to experience as much of these countries as possible. But you do spend so much time

away from your family and miss important events in your children’s diaries. That part is so difficult. Are there any countries that you’d like to go to that you haven’t yet had the chance to? I’ve always wanted to explore South America and China; they are two enormous places that I am yet to conquer! It would be fantastic to get a really in-depth look at those countries. What is it about motorcycles that you love so much? After exploring different modes of transports in By Any Means, is it still your favourite? County Wicklow, Ireland, is where I found and fell in love with motorcycles, at around age seven thanks to Tommy Rotchford who lived in my village of Annamoe. I first rode a Honda Monkey Bike triumphantly past my father who then grabbed me by the hair and pulled me off the bike just before it went

into a barbed wire fence. I was hooked for life after that. I love the feeling being out on the open road, you feel free and can really appreciate the scenery around you and become part of it. It’s definitely still my favourite mode of transport, and the best way to view the world!

What is the scariest situation you’ve found yourself in on your travels? I think a really frightening moment was when I was in Papua New Guinea, we were trying to cross this road and a load of guys jumped out with machetes asking us to pay them money to cross the road. For some reason I just started screaming and shouting at them. Luckily they all started laughing, it’s a good job they had senses of humour or it could have been a very tricky situation! What’s next in the pipeline? I’ve just got back from filming a new TV series with ESPN in South East Asia which was great fun. And I’ve also just launched a new adventure bike skills course with the legendary Simon Pavey down in the Brecon Beacons. We’ve pulled together all of the amazing teachers we’ve met and learnt from to create a course that hopefully will help everyone go and embark on their own adventure. charleyboormanbikeskills.com

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Sophie’s Choice Victoria Stapleton founded British heritage brand Brora, which this month celebrates 20 years in business with a summer capsule collection fronted by Sophie Dahl

Tell us about the history of Brora? I started Brora in 1993 because I was passionate about Scottish textiles, especially cashmere and tweeds. Having been brought up in the north of England, from an early age I was aware of the wonderful mills that produced the finest textiles, which were then shipped around the world. When my family became involved with Hunters of Brora, a 100-year-old tweed mill in the north east of Scotland, I jumped at the opportunity of creating a retail arm. This, in turn, led to the establishment of my own business, which today is a fully fledged fashion brand with a very British aesthetic. I strongly believe in ‘made in Britain’ and the majority of the products we sell at are made in this country. Brora is 20 years old this year. How have you sustained the brand over the years, and how has the business developed since it started? We are great believers in the power of word of mouth. By giving what we feel is the best possible customer service combined with a well-made product, we have created a very loyal customer base who love to talk about Brora. We only sold Scottish tweeds and cashmere for the first ten years. When customers started to ask if they could buy the dresses that we used for styling the cashmere, we saw a market for our clothing. That side of the business has seen steady growth and now accounts for half of our turnover. Tell us about the collaboration with Michael Van der Ham For the last two seasons we have worked with inspirational young designers. Michael has an elegant, feminine eye but loves working with bright colour, so his take on Brora added a new element to our offering and our customers loved his collection. It appealed to all ages and styles and his attention to detail was a joy to watch. You’re marking the anniversary with a collaborative summer capsule collection with Sophie Dahl. How did that come about? Sophie has been a Brora customer for many years and loves the brand. When she approached me to work together on a small collection, I thought it was a perfect idea. Her sense of style is so complementary to Brora and she knew exactly what she loved, so it was a pleasure to work with her. What can we expect from the collection? We started with a colour palette which is always our way; colour is so integral to our collections. Sophie was keen for it to be washed-out and romantic. The clothes are extremely wearable at the same time as being unique and original. They are very ‘Sophie’, which is exactly as they should be. 17 Hill Street, TW9; brora.co.uk

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Something to smile about The Smiling World Foundation are on a health mission in Sierra Leone. Raffaella Gabassi tells Absolutely how a simple act of kindness can change lives

ierra Leone remains one of the poorest countries in the world. There is only one dentist per 1.1 million people and, of these, only one works in the public sector, despite the fact that most Sierra Leoneans cannot afford private healthcare. The lack of services available and a general lack of knowledge of oral health means that people suffer from dental-related issues for long periods of time. A simple toothache leaves children in agony and unable to eat, leading to malnutrition and a weakened immune system. They are also unable to sleep or go to school. Unfortunately, the infection often spreads and leads to life-threatening conditions such as osteomyelitis and septicaemia. In desperation, many Sierra Leoneans instead turn to ‘traditional’ medicine, which leads to permanent disfigurements and can even prove fatal. The Smiling World Foundation was founded by Raffaella Gabassi in association with White Dental and Cosmetic Rooms in Chiswick, as one of the very few charitable organisations established to promote oral health through education. Our mission is to stop this unnecessary suffering. Our team of volunteer dentists and dental professionals work across the country of Sierra Leone, reaching remote villages, treating oral disease and educating

‘A simple toothache leaves children in agony and unable to eat, leading to malnutrition and a weakened immune system’ children in destitute situations. We are a child-centered organisation, however, we believe that involving adults is an essential part of the eradication of oral disease, as they will implement the values of oral hygiene long after our visit. Prevention is better than cure, and education is the key to it.

There is still much we can do for Sierra Leone, which is why our ultimate goal is to build a Dental Therapist school in Freetown. Such an establishment means that not only is a bright and eager young mind provided a life skill and a livelihood, but there will also be more dental professionals to carry out the good work. It is an exciting time for the Foundation as our proposal is met with much enthusiasm by the governing authorities. Be a part of this exciting time and give a child back their future by supporting our mission in Sierra Leone. So little can amount to so much: • £20 a year can buy 70 toothbrushes • £50 a year can buy 200 painkillers or antibiotics • £100 a year can provide one year of schooling for a child, which includes one meal a day • £200 a year can pay for 3 life saving operations

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ANIMAL PLANET

Leona Lewis has come on board as The Body Shop’s newest ambassador, describing the collaboration as ‘a natural fit’. The songstress recently paid a visit to the Westfield branch of the ethical retailer, where she unveiled her crueltyfree make-up range and celebrated the recent ban on animal testing of cosmetic products in the EU. White City, W12; thebodyshop.co.uk

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Sarah Brown, Chiswick resident and founder of Pai Skincare, gives Absolutely her advice on skincare for the over 40s. The secret to great skin doesn’t lie in quick fixes or miracle ‘wrinkle-busters’, but in taking the best care of your skin health each and every day. Here are some of my top tips for achieving radiant, revitalised skin that you can feel truly confident in. A balanced approach Maintaining skin balance is key to guaranteeing a healthy complexion. The first step to doing this is correcting your cleansing

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his fit and active 40-year-old had been suffering from Plantar Fasciitis – a painful inflammation of the tissue on the sole of the foot. ‘I was treated by an osteopath, a physiotherapist and a sports therapist but nothing really eased the pain,’ explained Andrea. As her job involves a lot of standing and walking, life was becoming unbearable. She was also unable to partake in her favourite hobby, running. Then Andrea saw an advert for Foot Solutions and decided to pay them a visit. ‘I turned up hoping that someone would be able to help me,’ she said, ‘and it was the best decision I have ever made. The staff were knowledgeable, helpful and attentive and after half an hour of tests and examinations they found a solution. It was the most fantastic

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Stretch of the imagination Writer and journalist Carla McKay, who splits her time between Chiswick and Oxfordshire, gives Absolutely an insight into her new book, The Reluctant Yogi When I turned 50, like everybody else, I had a bit of a mid-life crisis, I’d separated from my husband, had bolshy teenage children and I was pretty unfit. I knew I had to do something to get back into shape and to raise my self esteem. I was always very sceptical about yoga, I didn’t want to go on some kind of spiritual journey which is what yoga seemed to be all about. For me, anything that doesn’t show up in an autopsy doesn’t exist! I’d previously tried a couple of yoga classes in village halls but wasn’t too impressed. Then I was persuaded by a cousin of mine to go on a yoga retreat in India and I began to see the point in it and I really got into it. I got good at it too. I still wasn’t interested in all the spiritual aspects of it but I was really interested in how my body felt.

The thing that surprised me most about yoga is how quickly it works for aches and pains. My backache instantly got better. Also the emotional high you get from it. Yoga slows you down with the breathing and it’s incredibly relaxing. I even started to sleep better. When I started researching for the book I realised that yoga has astonishing health benefits, but The Reluctant Yogi isn’t just a love affair with yoga. It’s recognising the benefits, yes, but it’s also about things like how completely unregulated the yoga industry is in this country. I’ve also gone into the blatant commercialisation of it – it’s a multi-billion dollar industry. All these yoga gurus, turning themselves into brands – surely that’s contrary to the whole yoga ethos. I recommend yoga to everyone; I’m a yoga bore. Don’t be put off by your age, your size, your weight... it’s for absolutely everybody. I’ve truly seen miracles in my class. A very overweight, depressed man whose wife had died unexpectedly was encouraged by his son to take up yoga and his life was just transformed. There’s a growing number of physicians who study yoga after medical school. What I’ve tried to say in the book is that people like me – who are a bit overweight, who do have the occasional fag and drink too much wine – can still do it. You don’t have to become like Gwyneth Paltrow spouting sanscrit and being holier than thou!

When you get the older, the prospect of losing your mobility and being bent over with a stick is terrifying. But I quickly saw what the health benefits of yoga were. My muscles started remembering all the things I used to be able to do and should have still been doing but weren’t. Things like doing headstands came back to me!

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1. It unites the world The word yoga is derived from the sanskrit ‘root yuj’ meaning to ‘yoke’ or ‘join’. Often this word is used to mean the yoking (joining of the subconscious to the supreme spirit. 2. It’s good for mind and body Research has suggested that yoga helps with the social and occupational problems associated with schizophrenia.

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3. It’s great for common pains A study conducted at the University of York found that Yoga is very beneficial for lower back pain. 4. It’s not all ‘oming’ and ‘ahing’ The yoga ‘om’ symbol found in Hindu philosophy is supposed to be the primordial sound of the universe. 5. It’s gone to the dogs A new style of yoga has recently made its way from trendy New York that involves your furry four-legged friend. ‘Doga’ combines all the usual poses of a traditional yoga practice, but dogs join in as a prop – apparently appealing to their natural instinct to stretch. This helps strengthen the bond between owner and pet. And no, that’s not what Carla’s doing with Billy (pictured left).

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Ask the Experts Group Wellness manager for the Hogarth and Park Club, Terry Rodham, gives Absolutely his expert advice on getting fit for life

Dear readers, Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Terry Rodham and I am the Group Wellness Manager for The Hogarth Health Club in Chiswick and The Park Club. At the grand old age of 42, I have a wealth of experience in what is typically referred to as the health and fitness business, having initially studied in the States on a basketball scholarship, become an American College of Sports Medicine Examiner, toured and trained a certain Formula 1 team, and have worked with various well known personalities from the film and music industry! Having worked in a gymnasium capacity for the Hogarth Group for 25 years, my key role now is to maximise a rather large investment in the new Technogym equipment and systems and help Hogarth Group members achieve everything they want in our clubs. Over the months, my goal is to provide Absolutely readers with some useful information to help you look and feel great, and for your welllness to be optimised. So without further ado – let’s kick off! Wellness – what is it? When we asked a group of members at The Hogarth what wellness means to them, we received, as expected, a wide variety of responses. Typical responses were: general

wellbeing, looking and feeling good, being stress free, being and remaining wealthy and, quite simply, being happy and to smile lots! Any response or opinion to what wellness actually means is of course personal and relevant to each person, but what is very clear is that wellness plays an extremely important role in all of our lives. Summarising wellness is difficult as it really is unique to us all, but it generally means living longer, having more energy, being more efficient at work and having physical, mental and social wellbeing. Perhaps wellness is best summed up as being able to do what you want to be able to do! So how do we achieve Wellness? This involves engaging in regular physical activity, eating balanced and healthy meals and being mentally positive. There are some interesting aspects of The Technogym Wellness Lifestyle Pyramid®, which we will be exploring in future editions, not least the concept that the more you move the more chocolate you can eat! However, for now it’s worth taking a wider view of how we can influence the interchange between movement, nutrition and a positive mental attitude to best achieve wellness in our lives.

‘The more you move the more chocolate you can eat!’ Having positive mental support of other people is a good starting place. Having knowledge of the effect of different food groups and their effect on our bodies is important too. And being physically active is key but this can be anywhere, not just in a gymnasium. In fact, perhaps the future of health clubs, gyms and fitness centres is in providing fantastic knowledge, experience and services to convey the benefits of wellness both in the club and out. Of course, the focus will be on physical activity, but other aspects of a wellness lifestyle will also be considered and built into your wellness plan. The Hogarth Group has elected to partner with Technogym to offer the ultimate wellness experience to members, what they call “Wellness on the Go”, the ability to experience wellness anywhere, at anytime. By Terry Rodham; Hogarth Group Wellness Manager Next edition: Wellness on the go! For further info, please call The Hogarth on 020 8994 0500 or visit thehogarth.co.uk. Airedale Avenue, W4 2NW

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Congratulations to Ealing Trailfinders Rugby Club, who are celebrating a victorious season and promotion to National League One. After just missing out on promotion last season to Jersey, the sterling performances throughout this season left little doubt that this year the Ealing Trailfinders were a club to be reckoned with. A vibrant youth and minis program means that people from all over the borough can join in and learn to play with the best. ealingrugby.co.uk

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Vernon Kay is set to host the UK launch of Zone Golf Charity Shoot Out, an innovative new game devised by professional golfer Van Phillips and taking place over the bank holiday weekend. Golfing pros Ian Poulter, Justin Rose, Paul Lawrie and Paul McGinley are confirmed to battle it out on the course with celebrity teammates including Tim Henman and Jamie Redknapp. 27 May, tickets on sale from zonegolfthegame.com

Following the success of their Ealing store, There Cycling has just opened a brand new branch in Chiswick – just in time for summer. As well as stocking a range of cycling essentials and popular brands like Pashley and La Torpille, there’s also a handy in-store sport bike repair and maintenance service. there-cyclingshop.co.uk

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Innocent Smoothies have shook-up the standard office diet of biscuits and stale sandwiches with their delicious range of healthy veg pots. Caribbean Jerk Curry is the latest addition to the family, comprised of coconut rice, sweetcorn and mango. We can always pretend we’ve been whisked away to a tropical paradise... Available at As Nature Intended, 17 - 21 High Street Ealing, W5; asnatureintended.co.uk

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To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Cath Kidston have gone back to their roots with a new limited edition birthday collection entitled Coming Up Roses, which comprises a range of office essentials utilising Chiswick-based Cath’s original 1993 rose print. 125 Chiswick High Road, W4; cathkidston.co.uk

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Oxfam and Monsoon have joined forces with artisan producers in India to design and sell a range of beautiful ethical homeware. Monsoon designed each item and a team of skilled workers from Self Employed Women’s Association (SEWA), Noah’s Ark and Tara Projects produced them to be sold in Oxfam shops. 190 Chiswick High Road, W4; oxfam.org.uk, uk.monsoon.co.uk

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Richmond practice architecture WK have signed up to take part in Architecture in the House – a charitable initiative organised by the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and Shelter. The scheme will see homeowners hire an RIBA chartered architect for a suggested donation of £45 which will go towards the homeless charity. architectur:wk Director, Sam Kamleh, said, ‘I urge anyone in the Richmond and Kingston Boroughs who is thinking of undertaking work on their home to use an architect who has signed up to Architect in the House. We can help people unleash the potential of homes while helping those with more significant housing problems.’ architectinthehouse.org; architecturewk.com

Shepherd’s Bush author and Features Editor of Easy Living magazine Hannah Shuckburgh has indulged her love of charity shops and second-hand chic in her new book, The Set Table: The Art of Small Gatherings. This uttery charming book has plenty of useful tips on quirky design ideas, putting together intimate gatherings and scouring markets for one-off gems. The Set Table by Hannah Shuckburgh, Photography by Charlotte Bland. Published by Cicada, out now

ALL MAPPED OUT

These fascinating maps show the evolution of London at various stages over the last 500 years; illustrating the expansion of the city and the route taken to it becoming the vibrant metropolis it is today. A couple also detail the division of class and culture across the fledgling boroughs. These maps and more will be available from Daniel Crouch Rare Books at the Masterpiece London exhibition 2013, stand B30. crouchrarebooks.com

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Man about the house

Jamie Theakston is set to make a tidy profit on the his 5-bedroom Victorian house. Absolutely caught up with the TV and radio presenter to discuss DIY disasters and life in Chiswick

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aving recently gone on the market, the details of Jamie Theakston’s stunning Chiswick home read like an estate agent’s dream: detached, five bedrooms, master bedroom with his & hers en-suite, a summer house and off-street gated parking. Oh, and there’s a wine cellar in the basement too. Unlike the plethora of celebs who idly show an MTV camera crew around their ostentatious, pristine abodes, Jamie has been hands-on with both the renovation and interior design and has established himself as something of a property whizz, having previously renovated a Grade I-listed Tudor house in East Sussex. The TV and radio presenter’s home reflects his suburban lifestyle – sharing the house with wife Sophie and his two sons – but there’s a touch of rock ‘n’ roll in the interior scheme and the blend of old and modern works beautifully. If sold at the asking price, (£6.5 million) it will be the most expensive house sold in Chiswick that doesn’t include a riverside view and the second most expensive house sold in the area. That particular record goes to Jasper Conran, who sold Walpole House for a whopping £12.5 million. We spoke to Jamie about his hidden interior design talents... What was the house on Barrowgate Road like when you originally moved in? What changes did you make and why? It was in a pretty sorry state – the previous owners hadn’t done anything to the house for 30 years. It had two asymmetrical extensions to the rear and I decided that the only way to make the house work again was to tear them both down and start again from scratch.

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Get the look Upcycled Articulated Engine Desk Lamp, £475; theoldcinema.co.uk

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How has your taste in design changed over the years? Did having children affect your design schemes? My children have grown up with modern design since they were babies - we only had one significant loss, a large Murano Glass floor lamp that I had bought back from Turin. Have you always been interested in property and interior design? I worked at Christies after I left school – I fell in love with collecting furniture there. Are you hands-on with DIY or do you tend to leave it to the experts? If I have time to undo my mistakes, I’ll give it a go!

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Who are some of your favourite designers and where do you like to shop? Romeo Rega, Fontana Arte, Gabriella Crespi, Osvaldo Borsini, Willy Rizzo, Sergio Rodrigues – I have a stall called BOND at the Old Cinema on Chiswick High Road – that’s a great place to buy furniture. What is your favourite piece of furniture that you own? Probably a Romeo Rega console table thats on the landing – it’s stunning! Barrowgate Road is on the market for £6.5mill through Hamptons International; 020 8454 7237; hamptons.co.uk

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Specialists in all aspects of repair and upgrading of timber conservatories, Mark George Conservatories offer a very experienced bespoke service to breath new life into your conservatory and make your favorite room in the house useable all year round. If beyond repair, a new bespoke hardwood replacement conservatory can be designed for you, whilst re-using your existing base. Mark George Conservatories Limited, 26 Cedarwood Crescent, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8NW 0118 9475254 leslie@mgconservatories.com www.mgconservatories.com

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With over 25 years of experience, Walton Bathrooms offer a complete bathroom service from initial design and concept through to supply and installation of some of the best luxury products on offer. Choose from Villeroy & Boch, Bisque, Keuco, Dornbracht, Hansgrohe and much more. With over 60 displays, their showrooms will help inspire you to create you dream bathroom. Open MondaySaturday 9am- 5pm. The Hersham Centre, Molesey Road, KT12 4HL Showroom tel: 01932 224 784 Internet sales: 020 8481 7970 www.waltonbathrooms.co.uk

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Make the most of the weather by sprucing up the garden. These exquisite bird houses are skilfully hand-painted in Kashmir and will brighten up your garden beautifully. The light blue design will be in stock in late July. Green and red are currently in stock. Eva Painted Birdhouse, £14.99

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Now that the weather has improved, it’s time to be inspired and pack a picnic or go for a spot of alfresco dining in the sunshine. Reto floral prints are all the rage and you don’t have to splash out on Cath Kidston. Bright and summery, this wonderful range of retro style enamelware by Franjipani is painted by hand with exquisite attention to detail. Good enough to use indoors. Franjipani Floral Jug £24.99, Cup £6.50, £7.95, Tray £19.99

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June is a pleasant month to be working in the garden: not too hot but warm enough to feel the sun on your back! Pots are the order of the day, and you can get them planted up with an array of colourful annuals such as geranium, heliotrope, verbena and petunia. Just ensure you check the soil regularly as they will dry out easily, meaning your hard work will be wasted. All annuals benefit from regular feeds so plant with a slow release fertiliser or liquid feed twice a month. Deadhead the flowers to prolong the blooming season and the pots will reward you right up until the frosts. kategouldgardens.com

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Shed of the Year sponsors, Cuprinol, took on the rather bizarre task of scouring Britain in search of the country’s oldest shed, which just so happened to be rotting away in Chiswick. Owned by Kate Wilson, who was given the shed by a 94 year-old friend, it was given a much-needed make-over by trendy fashion house Eley Kishimoto, who jazzed it up using Cuprinol’s vibrant new range of garden paint. cuprinol.co.uk

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Sustainability and Wildlife are the cornerstones to any modern garden. On Sunday 2 June members of the public will be able to learn tips, tricks and general good practice on how to create your own beautiful and sustainable garden from the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust horticulture warden, Chris Le Lere. Taking place in the RCB Rain Garden, which focuses on water collection and providing habitats for wildlife, this garden gives a multitude of examples for you to take home and emulate in your own patch of greenery. org.uk/visit/london

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Crabtree & Evelyn’s popular Gardeners collection of hand creams and gels is celebrating its 15th anniversary this year. Comprised of nutrient-rich shea butter, lavender, sage, rosemary and thyme, the best-selling Gardeners Hand Cream Therapy is now available in a 250ml size with convenient hand pump dispenser. £20, Kiosk 2006, Westfield, W12; crabtree-evelyn.co.uk

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HIGH STEAKS

Meat lovers of Chiswick rejoice! A new Argentinian restaurant specialising in their most famous export, beef, is opening up in Turnham Green Terrace. Describing itself as the ‘ultimate Argentinian experience’, Buenos Aires use an authentic parilla (barbeque) and the drinks menu will also have an air of authenticity as it features wines made with the popular Malbec grape. 32 Turnham Green Terrace, W4; barestaurant.com

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Chris Baldacci finds time for tapas at Tapas Revolution THE LOW DOWN

Situated in a bustling corner of Westfield shopping centre, Tapas Revolution is an ideal place to stop for a quick bite or even to linger for longer after a spot of retail therapy. Spanish food has never been held in high esteemed compared to its European neighbours, but 28-year old founder and chef Omar Allibhoy is on a mission to change our perceptions for good.

THE FOOD

The menu is no-fuss, classic tapas dishes such as patatas bravas, gambas al ajillo, chorizo and paella. The perfectly cooked calamari was a particular highlight of our lunch. As well as being friendly and attentive, the staff (and a good deal of the clientele) are Spanish natives, providing abundant authenticity as we perch on the traditional bar setup and our little dishes begin to stack up.

FRENCH FANCY

Whilst a fruity jug of Pimm’s and lemonade is normally our summer tipple of choice, we’ve recently rediscovered the aniseed-soaked artisan liquor pastis, and in particular the brand Henri Bardouin and its heady, botanical soaked goodness. Traditionally served as an apéritif, simply mix 1 part Henri Bardouin to 5 – 6 parts water. You don’t even need to add ice as this apparently takes away from the botanical aromas. £20.75, available in Waitrose, 356 - 362 High Street, Chiswick W4; waitrose.com

DRINK

Classic Spanish beers such as Estrella complement the tapas perfectly, but once we spotted the waiter knocking up a tinto de verano (red wine and lemonade), we couldn’t resist a cheeky lunchtime tipple.

VERDICT

Authentic, delicious and affordable, Omar has done a fine job of putting tapas well and truly back on the culinary map. Viva la revolution! tapasrevolution.com

GIVE IT SOME DELI

The Alberts Deli has long been a local favourite and their recent London Deli of the Year award was the icing on the cake. Welcoming the summer season, some new sandwiches, salads and breakfast choices have been added to the menus. 2 Worple Way, TW10; thealbertsdeli.com

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Designer and restaurateur Jasper Gorst speaks to Absolutely about his new restaurant, The Oak W12

consider the demographics. I don’t do any research in the area, I simply open the kind of places that I would like to frequent myself. I guess I do this for selfish reasons but it seems to work and this dates right back to my first bar (Jax). With The Oak W12, I have lived in the area for 10 years, so I know it well. I design everything in my head and create the concept. The Oak W12 has a mix of old and new. It will have a good use of colour and texture, and lighting is of paramount importance – it’s always one of the first things that I decide. It will have an industrial element too. Very exciting!

What is your culinary background? I left school early and I started my A Levels but only lasted a year. I studied art & ceramics and went on to selling timeshares in Spain but I only lasted four weeks! On my return to London I got my first bar job at The Pitcher and Piano on the Fulham Road. From the ages of 18 - 24 I was working in bars and on restaurant floors. I slowly worked my way up from barman to waiter to manager to general manager. When did you open your first bar? I started to think about it when I was 22. On the Monday, I had a flash of inspiration and on the Tuesday I left my job. Four weeks later, things had started to progress. I had no idea what I was doing at that stage and kept making mistake after mistake. I raised money through meeting people, I wrote a business plan and, through contacts, managed to start Jax. It opened in December 2001 with a bang – it was such an exciting time - I was 24 years old and the news soon spread. For the first couple of weeks, we had people queuing down the street and around the corner. I was very sociable in those days and had a large address book. I would hate to try and do the same thing again today as so much has changed. I made many mistakes in the beginning. It literally took about 5 years of making mistakes but it is the best way to learn – you never make the same mistake twice. What is the most challenging part of running a restaurant? It is mainly trying to find (and keep) the right staff. It is difficult to find excellent members of staff and they are key to a successful business. What advice would you give your 24-year old self? Focus on your strengths and employ somebody for your weaknesses. Keep an open mind:

on a number of occasions I have come across stumbling blocks. The main thing is that I should have listened to what other people were saying and not think that I always knew best. You don’t know best – period! It’s easy to get into a mindset where you think that you do but you need to be able to listen to others and filter their advice. What do you enjoy most about owning the restaurants? It combines my three passions: food, wine and design. I count my lucky stars every day! What process do you go through when you open up a new restaurant. What will The Oak W12 be like? I usually start by questioning whether the site is good. I look for neighbourhoods that have a certain sort of customer – I really

What has been the biggest change to the industry in the last few years? There is a focus these days on taking ingredients that are local and simple. It is now about each individual ingredient and what it can do. Produce is the most important thing now whereas 20 years ago people wanted Michelin style food and now people want local and simple. What trends are you seeing within the industry right now? In London, the industry has gone through a boom time. The bubble has got to burst at some point – it doesn’t feel as though it can keep growing at this rate because of the economic climate and there will be a slowdown in new openings. There will be an increase in closures, but I expect a rise in quality. The Oak W12 opens mid May, 243 Goldhawk Road, W12; theoakw12.com 63

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Vegetarian food is often dismissed as bland or tasteless, but The Bingham Hotel shows how it’s done with their impressive – and surprising – vegetarian taster menu. Elaine O’Connell investigates

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am a vegetarian. Well, technically, I’m a pescatarian, though this label is a little too pretentious for my liking so I tend to just admit (somewhat apologetically) that I don’t eat meat when out to dinner. Let’s face it, the vegetarian is often the unwanted dinner party guest, but if the recent horse meat scandal has taught us anything (other than a few equine puns) it’s that – whilst a meat-free diet isn’t necessarily the answer – questioning the source of our food and seeking the best quality produce is paramount to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The Bingham is a Grade II-listed hotel consisting of only 15 bespoke bedrooms. A popular wedding venue, it’s not the most obvious choice for a night of veggie delights, but upon learning of their Vegetarian Taster menu, I felt impelled to test it out. There’s an immediate sense of informality despite the rather grand decor. The dining area is a

snug, welcoming environment with subtle shades of taupe and gold. As we’re guided to our table, it’s clear we’ve been given the best spot; a cosy two-seater beside a floor to ceiling window overlooking the river. Despite it being night-time, the views of the romantically lit river are still enchanting. The pleasures of a taster menu are immeasurable and my companion and I whiled away the hours blissfully in the company of an extremely friendly waiter and sommelier. The six-course feast is all perfectly paced and proportioned, each one leaving you excitedly anticipating the arrival of the next. The key to good vegetarian food is a touch of imagination and to utilise the ingredients you have to produce optimum flavour. Award-winning Head Chef Shay Cooper has pulled this off with aplomb. Rather tame choices such as gnocchi, wild mushroom ragout and even the dreaded risotto are made nothing short

of spectacular with a clever use of innovative ingredients that don’t verge into Heston Blumenthal territory. The smoked butter risotto with muscat jelly, garlic crisps and belper knolle cheese did, in fact, turn out to be my favourite. The slow cooked duck egg with glazed artichokes, pickled celery and hollandaise sauce came a very close second. After a selection of English and French cheeses, the evening was rounded off with a salted butter caramel apple compote with cider cream, bitter chocolate and vanilla ice cream. I can say without any exaggeration that it was the best caramel I’ve ever had. Vegetarian cuisine is something that everyone can enjoy and, when done well, can be just as delicious as any meat or alternative. Perhaps it’s time to take on the Meat Free Monday initiative the McCartneys have been peddling for years. The Bingham’s talent for vegetarian produce is a fine place to start. It may just surprise you. 65

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When we get to Calcot Manor it is abuzz. People are arriving for a wedding in the 14th century tithe barn, 4 x 4s are disgorging blondes at the entrance to the hotel’s spa, small children are running around immaculate lawns in chill winter sunshine and the Gumstool pub, one of two restaurants in the hotel, is packed with visiting families and well-heeled locals in shiny wellies. This country house hotel, set in more than 220 acres of Cotswolds countryside near Tetbury in Gloucestershire, has managed that rare thing. It is all things to all people. It is both brilliantly family-friendly, with a staffed creche plus a raft of children’s activities and is also the perfect hideaway for weekending couples.

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THE SPA

To sit immersed, a glass of cold champagne in hand, in the bubbling outdoor hot tub whilst a well-stoked fire roars in a brazier behind you and the reddening sun sets on a cold winter’s day must be one of life’s true pleasures. Calcot Spa is hugely popular, and rightly so. It offers both an indoor and outdoor pool, sauna, steam, gym and a wealth of treatments to guests and members alike. A recent addition to the treatment menu is the Rodial skincare brand. An hour’s Sculpt Facial using Rodial’s Dragon’s Blood Serum range (£70) was not only relaxing but left my tired, windswept skin feeling really soft, smooth and rejuvenated.

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The starting price for a double room at a Calcot is £280 per night (breakfast and use of spa facilities included). Calcot Manor Near Tetbury Gloucestershire GL8 8YJ Hotel 01666 890 391 Spa 01666 891 232; calcotmanor.co.uk

The more formal of the two restaurants, The Conservatory, underwent an overhaul last year with a new look, new cocktail bar and a change of menu. Out went the classic ‘fine-dining’ and in came a more informal, eclectic menu. The chef, however, has stayed the same and, as a result, the menu is somewhat missing a distinct identity. However, our starters of risotto Milanese and beef shin were delicious and a main of marinated beef fillet was a notable highlight. Save room for starters rather than dessert – the better end of the menu.

THE BEDROOM

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Tales of the Orient From Singapore to Bangkok, Harriet Compston takes a trip back in time aboard the glamorous Eastern & Oriental Express

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n experience so luxurious you almost can’t believe it’s true. Timeless and elegant, this is a grande dame whose journeys are staggeringly good – and totally spectacular. The Fable of the Hills is the latest extravaganza from the Orient Express and, boy, what a triumph. Starting in Singapore, it’s a magical seven-day, six-night trip through Malaysia, past buzzing cities, tea plantations and royal palaces, before emerging in Bangkok. A stay in the wedding-cake-white Raffles – whose namesake founded Singapore – kicks off the enthralling adventure. A perpetual haven, the feel is romantic colonial: traditional afternoon tea, lots of pretty chandeliers, four-posters, marble… yet it’s not stuck in a time warp. This is a place bang up-to-date with Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co lining the courtyards. There are four restaurants, which cover any cuisine you can possibly imagine – ask for the legendary Singapore Sling, a lethal cocktail and another example of the hotel’s

excellence. Even check-in for the Eastern & Oriental Express is done in one of their reception rooms before you’re whisked off to the station. The storybook train is just what you imagine and more. Glistening in the Asian sun, lashings of green and cream decorate the 22 carriages. It looks so classic that you expect Poirot to come round the corner any second. He would have approved of the dress code too – relaxed refinement. No jeans or trainers, people! The imperial elegance (and the colour scheme) continues inside. Every wall is decorated in elm, cherry, teak and rosewood. Cabins are two person, postage stamp size but it doesn’t matter. Beds transform into upholstered sofas while nifty design tricks provide bucket loads of storage (even your suitcase is swallowed up). There’s a sparkling ensuite bathroom to boot with Bulgari products and a power shower. The spirit of Agatha Christie remains: the slick making up of beds, the pushing of bells to summon drinks, the whisperings in the corridor, the knock on the door by your personal butler (the smiley Prochak is a favourite). Venture

out of your new-found bedroom, down the thick carpeted corridors and there are plenty of places to relax: the saloon, library, bar, and the breezy observation carriage. There’s also neither reception nor wifi – basically no modern distractions whatsoever. The food is wonderful. Head Chef Yannis Martineau is a whizz in the kitchen – think beautifully presented Grilled Snowfish Steak accompanied by Teppanyaki of Vegetables in a Vermouth and Soya Sauce. Breakfast and afternoon tea are served in your room. Lunch and dinner (a dressy affair) boast umpteen courses and take place in the dining car with its archetypal gold lamps and brass overhead racks. Drinks and canapés are served beforehand so you can get to know your fellow guests (a fascinating mix of avid travellers, anniversary couples, siblings, best friends et al). Days are filled with incredible adventures (there are several options each day). Beginning with the crossing of The Straits of Johor into Malaysia, the train snakes its way to the first stop – the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. An industrial hotspot, sprawling factories squeeze in amongst the mosques, bazaars and occasional British

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beauty (the cricket ground is very English). Having climbed past massive banana trees and luscious vegetation, a cuppa awaits in the Cameron Highlands. A tapestry of tea plantations, it’s mind-blowingly scenic with strawberry farms and flower galleries lying prettily by the wayside. This beauty spot is also home to one of Malaysia’s greatest mysteries: the disappearance of ‘silk king’ Jim Thompson 50 years ago. Yes, in true voyeur fashion, you can follow in his footsteps through the jungle. The vibrant island of Penang serves as the highlight of the trip. Founded in 1786 by Englishman Captain Francis Light, its colonial capital Georgetown radiates colour with its rich blend of Chinese, Malay and Indian cultures. Hair-raising trishaws speed around in their bossy way as the sweltering streets heave with people, market stalls and places of worship. Dinner is hawker food – super delicious (the fish is excellent), cheap as chips and served in an outdoor eating area as buzzy as a honeypot. As the train rattles on, the Malaysian jungle gives way to the open Thai countryside. The thatched houses on stilts remain but bright green rice paddies now emerge, peppered with strawhatted farm workers steering water buffalos through the fields. The wildlife part of the expedition has now begun. Decamp to the Monkey Training College at Surat Thani where its skillful ‘students’ are taught how to choose a ripe coconut and collect them from the trees. Or visit an elephant camp and jump on a ride with a mahout. The River Kwai is the last stop of the journey – and a very moving one. After a

awakens you from any slump of sorrow. As does your beautiful bed for the night – the Mandarin Oriental. A cocoon of comfort towering above the slums, the rooms are fresh with clean lines and boast a view which will take your breath away. The numerous restaurants are fantastic – choose Sala Rim Naam (a hop across the water) or hang out in the author’s lounge, where Somerset Maugham, Tennessee Williams, Joseph Conrad, and many other literati have held court. Bangkok’s a whirlwind but worth a few days. Head to the Grand Palace, which is so lined with gold that you are almost blinded. Or visit Jim Thompson’s house, made up of six antique Thai houses – so beautiful that you want to change your décor back home immediately. But this is also a city of contrasts: in amongst these landmarks lies the ‘forgotten people’ and the watery slums they live in – shocking and a stark reminder of the opulence the Orient Express lavishes upon you. It’s hard heading home. This is an experience you know that you’re unlikely ever to repeat. But in the everwise words of Monsieur Poirot: ‘Life is like a train, Mademoiselle. It goes on.’ tour on a local barge, the Thailand-Burma Railway Museum gives a horrific insight into the atrocities inflicted on the POWs working on the project. The Don Rak War Cemetery next door provides a raw testimony to the 6,982 soldiers who died. As The Fable of the Hills comes to a close and you draw into Bangkok, you don’t want to leave. Living on a train is actually rather nice. In a surreal way, it has started to feel like home. However, the madness of the city soon

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL, BARCELONA Right at the heart of the Passeig de Gràcia, the most expensive street in Spain, lies the gleaming Mandarin Oriental. Set within a former bank, a hop across from Gaudí’s masterpiece ‘La Pedrera’, the building boasts a beauty and serenity, rare for such a vibrant city. Designed by Spanish architect and furniture designer Patricia Urquiola, the look is contemporary chic meets cool Catalan. The 98 rooms and suites sing of elegance with white walls, stylish furniture and lashings of light. Splash out and stay in the Penthouse suite with its rooftop terrace and gobsmacking views of the city. Then flop in the spaceage style spa offering every treatment you could possibly want (ask for one of their signature therapies – bliss). It’s just the type of place where everything is so brilliantly done. Staff are super attentive – you won’t have to ask for anything once, let alone twice. The four restaurants are irresistible. Don’t miss the two-Michelin star ‘Moments’ directed by the incredibly impressive Carme Ruscalleda. Serving a modern take on Catalan cuisine, go for the exquisite tasting menu – think ‘green peas with white sausage’, ‘Mediterranean sea cucumbers with artichokes in three textures’ and ‘sea bream with pasta, ginger, vegetables and dates’ (a real highlight). Afterwards, having filled yourself to the brim, decamp to Bankers Bar. Decorated with original security boxes, the vibe’s as cool as you can get and the champagne deliciously good. Just like the hotel itself.

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a Provençal sensibility, evident not just in its lavender and rosemary-filled gardens and pared-back interiors, but in a host of inventive dishes at Michelin-starred restaurant Trattoria Toscana, housed in a former granary a few yards from the main building. Expect seasonal dishes using local ingredients coupled with Gallic flair. Grilled octopus with fennel, garlic and chili, suckling pig with apple sauce and fig-fed chicken served with fried peppers are just a few of the stand-out options on the menu. At the main house, the Villa restaurant offers hearty salads, traditional pasta dishes and plenty of local, marketbought fish. There are also cooking classes to tempt the inspired, allowing guests to 77

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plunder the herb-fi lled gardens and prepare a meal under the supervision of one of Alain’s chefs, before sampling the fruits of their labour later in the evening. And if all that seems like just a little too much effort, why not indulge in a massage at the luxurious spa or simply relax by the poolside before roaming the estate’s extensive gardens and impressive winery? Kirker (020 7593 1899; kirkerholidays.com) offers three nights in a superior room, including breakfast, at L’Andana (00 39 05 64 944 800; andana.it) from £899 per person based on return BA flights from London Gatwick to Pisa, plus a hire car for the duration. LE MEURICE, PARIS Renowned as a safe haven for English aristocrats, deposed monarchs and fallen heads

of state, the regal Le Meurice is Paris’s oldest palace hotel. Situated under the arches of the Rue de Rivoli and overlooking the Tuilerie Gardens, you’d be hard pushed to find a more central Parisian hotel – or a better one. Put simply, Le Meurice is Paris as you always imagined it: grand, glamorous and accompanied by 3 Michelin-starred food. It’s the hotel’s eponymous restaurant which boasts this stellar achievement. Restaurant Le Meurice’s menu couldn’t possibly be more decadent – foie gras and caviar abound – and the opulent chandelierladen dining room is inspired by the royal apartments of Versailles. Here, it’s all about the degustation menu – 8 courses of the very hautest of haute cuisine, think duck foie gras in hibiscus flower jelly, roast pigeon with wild garlic, and mimolette snow with comice pear flakes, all served on silver trays by discreetly attentive waiters who seemingly glide around the room.

Indeed, service here is key. With over 400 staff, guests are provided with every single luxury they could possibly desire, from dog walking to personal shopping. Back in the restaurant, Head Sommelier Estelle Touzet provides wine pairings for each of the degustation menu’s courses from the hotel’s impressive 30,000 strong cellar. Upstairs, the 160 rooms are mirages of pastel silks and Bourbon bergère chairs, complete with huge walk-in wardrobes. However, the pièce de résistance is the Belle Etoile Penthouse with its own private lift, butler’s pantry and panoramic views from its rooftop terrace – the perfect place to enjoy your Michelin-starred meal as you overlook the Eiffel Tower. What could possibly be more romantic? Le Meurice is part of the Dorchester Collection. Rates for a Classic Room start at €640. lemeurice.com

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January 2013 HAUTEVILLE COURT GARDENS, W6

This impressive ground floor flat is situated in a popular mansion block, overlooking Stamford Brook common and boasts exceptional 1400 sqft of living space. The property comprises of two large reception rooms overlooking the common, master bedroom with en-suite shower room, two further bedrooms, a bathroom and fully fitted kitchen which opens onto a communal garden.

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You may know us from walking your dog in the park, local charity events or simply recognise a familiar face; we walk the same streets and eat in the same restaurants you do. Of course, it’s also quite possible that you – or someone you know – has bought, sold or let a property through us. We’ve been around for years and our success is built on the fact that people who use us once, tend to use us again. And tell their friends. Because most of our agents live in the areas in which they work, they really understand what matters to buyers and sellers there. Many agents will claim to know more about where you live than anyone else. But we understand it’s because people know us, that time and again we sell and let properties more quickly and more proﬁtably than anyone else.

Tanya McFeely Tanya brings a genuine charm and generous spirit to all her business dealings. But don’t be deceived – she’s a tough cookie – and that sweet exterior belies a skilled – and dare we say it – somewhat hard-nosed negotiator with a great track record for selling Brook Green’s finest properties.

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Chelsea: 020 7589 6677 Kensington: 020 7795 4288 Notting Hill: 020 7221 4805 Ladbroke Grove: 020 7221 0330 Brook Green: 020 7603 5181 Or to see the latest on the central London property market visit: bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Chelsea 020 7589 6677

Kensington 020 7795 4288

Notting Hill 020 7221 4805

Ladbroke Grove 020 7221 0330

Brook Green 020 7603 5181

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Gunterstone Road

Agate Road

A fully re-modelled Victorian family house (295 sq m/3,175 sq ft approx.) of imposing stature. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room, walk in wardrobe, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, study, utility room, cloakroom, vaults storage, eaves storage, garden.

A beautifully presented and substantial (261 sq m/2,807 sq ft approx.) midVictorian end of terrace family home in the heart of Brackenbury Village. 5 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, wet room, cloakroom, double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, first floor reception room, utility room, garden.

Brackenbury Village W6

West Kensington W14

Freehold £2,950,000 Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating E Freehold £2,700,000 Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating E 020 7603 5181

Sutton Lane

First Avenue

A beautifully refurbished, double fronted house (241 sq m/2,604 sq ft approx.) overlooking Turnham Green. 5 bedrooms, ensuite bathroom, shower room, large open plan reception room/dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, study, garden, secure gated access with off-street parking.

An outstanding and beautifully decorated Edwardian family home (206 sq m/2,217 sq ft approx.) situated in this very quiet and pretty tree lined street surrounded by a wealth of local amenities. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, double reception, cloakroom.

North Chiswick W4

Freehold In Excess of £2,350,000 Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Acton W3

EPC Rating D Freehold £1,275,000 Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Lakeside Road

Sinclair Road

Agenerouslyproportionedandextremelybrightfirstfloorflat(87sqm/936sqft approx.),convertedfromthisVictorianendofterracehouse.Theflatisfurther enhancedbyhardwoodfloorsthroughoutandperiodfeatures.3bedrooms, masterensuitebathroom,largereceptionanddiningroom,kitchen,bathroom.

A nicely presented and spacious garden flat (88sq m/947 sq ft approx.) converted from the lower floor of a Victorian terraced house. The flat benefits from hardwood floors and a generous open plan reception and kitchen area. 2 bedrooms, study/3rd bedroom, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, garden.

Brook Green W14

Leasehold £750,000 Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Brook Green W14

EPC Rating D Share of Freehold £665,000 Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Rockley Road

Glazbury Road

Aspaciousgroundfloorgardenflat(81sqm/872sqftapprox)convertedfrom adoublefrontedVictorianhouse.Thepropertyisarrangedwiththetwinaspect receptionroomtothefrontofthebuilding.2bedrooms,bathroom,receptionroom, kitchen,utilityroom,cloakroom,courtyardgarden.

Agenerouslyproportionedraisedgroundfloorflat(58sqm/624sqftapprox.) convertedfromanimposingVictorianterracehouseinapopularWestKensington location.Thispropertyhasabrightandneutralfeel,completewithmodernfittings inthekitchen.2bedrooms,bathroom,openplanreceptionroom/kitchen.

Brook Green W14

Leasehold £630,000 Brook Green office tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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West Kensington W14

EPC Rating D Share of Freehold £495,000 Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 tm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating D 020 7603 5181

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Kensington 020 7795 4288

Notting Hill 020 7221 4805

Ladbroke Grove 020 7221 0330

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Caithness Road

Hammersmith Grove

A rare opportunity to rent a spectacular double fronted villa moments from the green itself. 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room, 2 cloakrooms, kitchen, dining room, double reception room, study, wine cellar, roof terrace, garden.

A unique opportunity to rent an impressive house that has been interior designed, the property benefits from a larger than average garden and wonderful balcony. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), 2 reception rooms, kitchen, dressing room, laundry room, utility room, balcony, garden.

Brackenbury Village W14

Brook Green W14

Unfurnished £4,000 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating E Unfurnished £1,900 per week Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Blythe Road

Netherwood Road

A wonderfully spacious, family home has become available to rent in the heart of Brook Green. Arranged over five floors the house offers huge amounts of entertaining space 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, shower room, cloakroom, 2 reception rooms, kitchen with dining room, garden.

Anexceptionallywellpresented,veryspaciousmaisonettesetoverthreefloors hasbecomeavailabletorentonthispopularresidentialstreetinBrookGreen.The propertybenefitsfromamplelivingspaceandalovelyreargarden.4bedrooms,3 bathrooms(1ensuite),doublereceptionroom,kitchen,deckedbalcony,garden.

Brook Green W14

Unfurnished £1,590 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Brook Green W14

EPC Rating F Unfurnished £1,400 per week Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating D 020 7603 5181

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Irving Road

Wells Road

Averypretty,spaciouscottageinexcellentcondition.Thischarminghouseis deceptivelyspaciousandhasalargeeatinkitchenwithAga. Thehousehas beenrecentlyrefurbishedandbenefitsfromalovelyprivategarden.3bedrooms, bathroom,WC,doublereceptionroom,sunroom,kitchen,garden.

Astunning,exceptionallyhighspecflatthathasbeencompletelyrefurbished,inavery convenientlocationforcommutingintoandoutofLondon.WellsRoadisastones throwfromeitherGoldhawkRoadstationortheCentralLineatShepherdsBush. 3bedrooms,2bathrooms(oneensuite),receptionroomwithopenplankitchen.

Brook Green W14

Unfurnished £700 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

Shepherds Bush W12

EPC Rating D Furnished/Unfurnished £600 pw Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Banim Street

Maclise Road

A charming house in a fantastic location that has undergone a complete refurbishment. The house offers good living space with lots of natural light. Banim Street is a short walk to Hammersmith Broadway and Ravenscourt Park stations. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen, patio garden.

A stunning apartment refurbished to a very high standard, set on the first floor of this period conversion. This property benefits from wood flooring throughout and a large south facing balcony. Bedroom, shower room (en suite), open plan reception room/kitchen, balcony.

Brackenbury Village W6

Unfurnished £500 per week Brook Green office bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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EPC Rating F Furnished £365 per week Brook Green office 020 7603 5181 bj@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

EPC Rating C 020 7603 5181

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A detached, Grade II Listed house occupying a substantial corner plot, having been designed by renowned architect Norman Shaw. The house is positioned within the Bedford Park Conservation Area, and has been sensitively extended offering approx. 5,298 sq ft. of accommodation, with planning consents approved to add an additional 1,161 sq ft. to the house.

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BARROWGATE ROAD, W4 An outstanding Victorian family house recently modernised, offering sumptuous living space whilst retaining a wealth of period features as well as off-street parking. Approx. 2,754 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 5 bedrooms, en suite dressing room, bathroom, 2 en suite shower rooms, reception, cellar, garden. Freehold Guide Price £2,750,000

QUEEN ANNE’S GROVE, W4 A charming Grade II Listed family house attributed to the architect E. J. May, located in the Bedford Park Conservation Area, with a private garden and a roof terrace. Approx. 2,003 sq ft. 4/5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room, 2 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, study. Freehold Guide Price £2,200,000

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5/6 bedrooms, en suite dressing room, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 reception rooms, dining room, kitchen/family room, conservatory, study, utility room, cloakroom, balcony, roof terrace, garage, garden.

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A detached Grade II Listed family house attributed to the architect W. Wilson, situated in the heart of the Bedford Park Conservation Area. Set back from the road offering a real sense of privacy and retaining an abundance of original period features. Approx. 4,811 sq ft.

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Great offers go out of fa s Even in West Introducing our new branch in Brook Green.

Terms and conditions: For full offer terms and conditions visit www.kfh.co.uk/offerterms

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To mark the opening of this new branch, sellers will benefit from an exclusive launch offer of 0% commission on property sales. If you are thinking of selling and would like a no obligation valuation or more information about our opening offer, contact our new Brook Green branch today. KFH Brook Green 134 Shepherd’s Bush Road, London W6 7PB Sales 020 3542 2020 Email sbg@kfh.co.uk

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Rylett Crescent, Shepherd’s Bush, W12 £1,750,000 Freehold Hammersmith 020 8563 9633 Email shm@kfh.co.uk

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A beautifully presented 1930s family house situated in a private gated driveway. The property is arranged over three floors in an attractive wide plot.

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Four double bedrooms Reception room Kitchen/dining room Study Two bathrooms Parking for two cars Close to local schools Moments from Wendell Park EPC rating D

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Gunterstone Road, West Kensington, W12 £2,950,000 Freehold Brook Green 020 3542 2020 Email sbg@kfh.co.uk

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This truly spectacular five bedroom family home boasts the ultimate in contemporary living, with a high standard finish throughout, generous entertaining space and an attractive 40ft garden.

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Five double bedrooms Stunning master suite Large kitchen/dining room Utility room Beautiful period features Quiet residential road Superb transport links

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The Common, Ealing, W5 ÂŁ3,250 pcm An exquisite, bright and spacious two bedroom, two bathroom flat finished to a high standard with private garden. This property is ideally located minutes to Ealing Broadway and Ealing Common stations. Available for short term let. Furnished. EPC rating C. Ealing 020 8579 6279 Email lel@kfh.co.uk

Warple Way, Acton, W3 ÂŁ2,253 pcm A stunning three bedroom penthouse apartment in Acton, overlooking the open spaces of Acton Park. Comprises a spacious open plan kitchen, wooden flooring and two bathrooms. Located close to Acton Central station. Unfurnished. EPC rating C. Hammersmith 020 8563 9889 Email lhm@kfh.co.uk

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follow over the next few months which is great news for buyers. “The West London market remains strong and figures from the Land Registry indicate that the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham experienced the highest annual gain in 2012 with a 13.3% rise, while in and around Brook Green and West Kensington, we have seen increases as high as 15% to 18%. We are currently seeing a wide range of buyers migrating into Brook Green from other locations such as Notting Hill, Holland Park and Bayswater. They are drawn to the area because it offers superb green spaces, academically acclaimed schools, the Westfield shopping centre as well as good transport links into Central London. These buyers range from first time buyers and investors to young families or buyers looking for a pied-à-terre.”

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This truly spectacular five bedroom family home boasts the ultimate in contemporary living, with a high standard finish throughout, generous entertaining space and an attractive 40ft garden. The property offers beautiful period features and is awash with natural light. It is located on a pleasant tree lined street which is conveniently nestled in a quiet part of West Kensington between Barons Court & Brook Green. Ben Williams, Sales Manager KFH Brook Green, 020 3542 2020; kfh.co.uk 97

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Chiswick High Road, W4

£550,000 Leasehold + SoF

A superbly presented two bedroom first floor flat set within this handsome Victorian building close to Gunnersbury tube station and Chiswick Business Park. Wonderful roof terrace, shared 100’ rear garden and off street parking. Share of freehold. EPC rating = E. • Convenient Location • Short distance to Gunnersbury tube • Easy access to motorway network

• Split level ﬂat • Immaculate condition • Two double bedrooms

• South facing roof terrace • Off street parking • Share of freehold

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Hauteville Court Gardens, W6

£725 pw To Let

An exceptional 1400 sq ft, three bedroom, ground floor flat situated in this popular mansion block overlooking Stamford Brook common, which has been fully refurbished to the highest of standards. The property benefits from ample storage and many original features. Available immediately. Unfurnished. EPC=E • Refurbished to a high standard • Located short distance to Stamford brook tube

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SALES

5-7 Turnham G reen Terrace, Chiswick, London, W4 1RG Tel 020 8747 8800 • Fax 020 8995 7275 E mail info@whitmanandco.com • Website www.whitmanandco.com

BURNABY GARDENS, W4

£1,750,000

SALES

A stunning four bedroom semi detached period house offering over 2100 sq ft of well balanced living and entertaining space. Luxury master suite, Three further bedrooms, Ensuite shower room, Family bathroom, 24’x16’ Reception room, Bespoke fully integrated kitchen/dining room, Utility room, Private 40’ south/west facing landscaped garden, Under floor heating, Air conditioning, Bespoke built in furniture. Close proximity to local shops and numerous transport.

BERRYMEDE ROAD, W4

£625,000

A modern two bedroom, two bathroom Victorian flat with a private 30’ south facing garden and a secluded courtyard. Two double bedrooms, 20’ Reception room, Fully fitted open plan kitchen, Family bathroom, Ensuite shower room, Leasehold. Situated in the quiet cul-de-sac end of Berrymede Road within walking distance of Chiswick Park and Turnham Green Tube Stations as well as the extensive shopping facilities on Chiswick High Road.

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SALES ELLIOTT ROAD, W4

GUIDE PRICE £900,000

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A unique opportunity to purchase this period property ideally located off Chiswick High Road with the added benefit of a private 35’ south/west facing garden. Two double bedrooms, Large loft, Bathroom, Utility, 26’ Through reception room, 17’ Fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room, Cloakroom, Private 34’ south/west facing garden. Situated moments from Turnham Green Station and the extensive shopping and restaurant facilities on Chiswick High Road. No chain.

COMPTON CRESCENT, W4

£925,000

A well presented four bedroom period family house with west facing garden ideally situated in this quiet residential cul de sac road close to all amenities. Master bedroom with ensuite shower room, Three further double bedrooms, White bathroom suite, Fully integrated kitchen/breakfast room, Private west facing garden. Located within close proximity of Chiswick (main line) Station, Chiswick House Grounds, The River Thames and local shopping facilities along Fauconberg Parade.

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SALES

5-7 Turnham G reen Terrace, Chiswick, London, W4 1RG Tel 020 8747 8800 • Fax 020 8995 7275 E mail info@whitmanandco.com • Website www.whitmanandco.com

RUGBY ROAD, W4

£1,150,000

SALES

A beautifully presented four bedroom family house situated within this popular residential road. Four bedrooms, Two bathrooms, Two reception rooms, Kitchen with dining area, Cloakroom, Spacious garden to rear and side. Within walking distance of Chiswick High road with its extensive restaurant and shopping facilities. Local transport link include Turnham Green tube station, numerous local bus routes with vehicular access via A4/M4 to Central London and Heathrow

CHISWICK STAITHE, W4

£1,420,000

An immaculately presented riverside town house with commanding river views from all principal rooms. Four bedrooms, Luxury bathroom, Wet room, First floor dual aspect 22’ reception room with riverside balcony, Fully integrated kitchen, Large entrance hall, Cloakroom, Second reception room, Garage, Off street parking, Private 56’ south west facing landscaped garden leading onto 17’ Riverside deck, Additional Communal Riverside gardens. Close proximity numerous transport facilities.

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PROPERTY AGATE ROAD, W6 PRICE ON APPLICATION

Th is fabulous 5/6 bedroom end of terrace family house is in excellent order throughout. The property boasts generous living space, with two reception rooms and an open plan kitchen/breakfast room with sliding doors on to the 35’ walled garden. The fi rst floor has a 5th bedroom and a wet room and to the front is a formal reception room with the master bedroom behind. The second floor has 2 double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The top floor has a further double bedroom, an en suite bathroom with under eaves storage. 020 7371 4171; finlaybrewer.co.uk

SHOWCASE RIVERDALE GARDENS, TW1 £1,495,000

Th is immaculately finished, 5 bedroom family home offers c.2200sqft of well balanced living accommodation. The property boasts a striking 39ft reception room and a modern kitchen leading onto a 90ft garden. To the fi rst floor there are three double bedrooms and a single bedroom with an en-suite shower room to the master. There is a further family bathroom whilst the upper floor offers a further two double bedrooms and shower room. 020 8744 0101; chasebuchanan.co.uk

ST MARYS MEWS, W5 PLOT 3: £1,265,000, PLOT 6 : £1,385,000

Situated within a haven of tranquility, the Mews houses are set over three floors and range between 1,616 sqft and 2,454 sqft. The generous living space comprising of open plan kitchen, living and dining rooms and two further reception rooms to the lower and ground floors. Many of the bedrooms have balconies, with en-suite bathrooms in the master suite. The Mews also provides the rare opportunity for landscaped gardens and dedicated off-street parking.

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FAIRLAWN AVENUE, W4 A substantial red brick Victorian terraced house spanning approx. 2,400 sq ft. Originally with six bedrooms but currently has two spacious double reception rooms with high ceilings and a breakfast/dining room leading to the kitchen. Energy Rating: E. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms. £1,300,000 Freehold 020 8936 3982 chiswick@faronsutaria.co.uk

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HARTINGTON ROAD, W4 A well proportioned family home located close to the River Thames, presented in good decorative condition throughout and retaining many original features. Energy Rating: F. 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, garden, off-street parking. £1,850,000 Freehold 020 8936 3982 chiswick@faronsutaria.co.uk

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HAZLITT ROAD, W14 A stylish apartment situated in the heart of West Kensington, close to the Westfield Shopping Centre and High Street Kensington. Energy Rating: D. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, double reception, garden. £875,000 Leasehold 020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

SHEPHERDS BUSH GREEN, W12 A beautifully presented and immaculate apartment within this centrally located and popular mansion building. Energy Rating: C. Bedroom, bathroom, shower room, double reception room. £575,000 Leasehold 020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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FRITHVILLE GARDENS, W12 A substantial house of approx. 2,517 sq ft. boasting wood carvings, a York stone staircase and wrought iron banisters. Energy Rating: E. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception, reception/dining room, garden, outhouse. £2,000,000 Freehold 020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

GODOLPHIN ROAD, W12 A charming house offering a wider than average, bay windowed double reception, two beautiful marble fire places and high ceilings. Energy Rating: E. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3 receptions, conservatory, garden. £1,250,000 Freehold 020 8936 3985 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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PROPERTY

SAFE

AS HOUSES

James Leslie looks through 30 years of property details, showing the outstanding price increases since opening their office on Turnham Green Terrace in the 1980’s. Highlighting what a sound investment bricks and mortar can be.

TON ROAD W4 A detached, famRL ily house with, th ree be ooms, two reception ro oms and gardendr 1994 price £110,00 . 0. Estimated price for 2013 £800k.

JAMES LESLIE BRANCH MANAGER 020 8994 4111

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RYLETT ROAD, W12

A one bedroom flat with an enormous landscaped garden. 1994 price £98,000. Estimated price for 2013 £400k.

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AYLM ER ROAD W12 £ 475 , 0 0 0 LEASEHOLD • • • • •

Edwardian ground floor garden flat 2 double bedrooms Bathroom Reception room Kitchen / dining room

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Delightful garden Own entrance Long lease 717 sq ft / 67 sq m approx. EPC – E

DORVILLE CRESCENT W6 £ 4 9 5 , 0 0 0 SHARE OF FREEHOLD • • • • •

Brackenbury first floor flat 2 double bedrooms Bathroom Reception room Kitchen/dining room

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Split level layout Close to Ravenscourt Park Shared freehold 650 sq ft / 60 sq m approx. EPC – D

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WENDELL ROAD W12 GUIDE PRICE £1, 0 0 0 , 0 0 0 FREEHOLD • • • • •

An Edwardian family house overlooking Wendell Park 4 double bedrooms Family bathroom and shower room Reception room Kitchen/dining room

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46’ x 20’ south facing garden Original fireplaces Good storage 1625 sq ft / 151 sq m approx. EPC - D

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BASSEIN PARK ROAD W12 GUIDE PRICE £1,75 0 , 0 0 0 FREEHOLD • • • • •

Elegantly proportioned Victorian family house 5 bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Cloakroom / utility 4 Reception rooms

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Kitchen / dining room Front and rear gardens Good potential to extend 2528 sq ft / 235 sq m approx. EPC – E

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IN THEIR

OWN WORDS SUSAN FITZ-GIBBON, DIRECTOR, FITZ-GIBBON

must be the luckiest person to live in such a beautiful part of England. Who could ask for more than to start the day with a walk along the River Thames with our dogs Oscar and Charlie. No matter what the weather the river is always active with wildlife and the movement of the water is so delightful. We first moved to St. Margaret’s some 17 years ago and our timing was perfect as we secured a house on the sought after Trust Grounds. The property required extensive work and we spent the first four years working on the property to create our family home. There is such a community spirit on the Grounds and the children have grown up with many fabulous activities. Each year we are entertained by the traditional sports day, awesome fireworks evenings with spectacular displays, warm Christmas carols around the trees and tea parties for the young and old to enjoy. It’s a real community and one that has been supportive throughout the years. As a family we have embraced all there is to offer in the area. From the wide open spaces of Marble Hill Park, which abuts the River and has the most lovely gallery, to the wonderful Richmond Park, where we regularly run, cycle or walk round, enjoying the beautiful surroundings with Pen Ponds, Izabella Plantation and much more. As a company we have offices covering a wide

area of London. Our St. Margaret’s office has a village feel which is slightly different from the others. We are surrounded by the most delightful local shops, offering a variety of wares from suit makers to our brilliant local green grocery who has just about every vegetable you could want. There are many great coffee shops and despite being a village, I think the last count was eight! We are a sociable community and enjoy meeting to talk and discuss all that is happening! Twickenham Studios sits quietly just off the High Street and there are many famous people who live in the area who are left alone to enjoy our lovely surroundings. Even when Angelina Jolie popped into our green grocers no one seemed to bat an eyelid, despite the paparazzi following her! If all this was not enough we have the benefit of living but a short journey by train, underground or car to allow us access to Central London, where of course there is a positive plethora of activity and the best of everything one could wish for - we regularly visit the museums, theatres, jazz clubs and restaurants, but whatever is available in London, you cannot beat the pleasure of walking along St. Margaret’s High Street and talking to the many friendly people who live in this very special village. 0208 892 8921; fitzgibbon.co.uk

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Richmond Office:

Sales: +44(0)20 8940 6789 richmond@jackson-stops.co.uk

Richmond, TW10

www.jackson-stops.co.uk/london

£650,000 Freehold

A charming and beautifully refurbished two bedroom cottage situated in the sought after area of “The Alberts”. The property comes to the market with high quality wood flooring throughout; downstairs bathroom and modern eat-in kitchen. Other benefits include two double bedrooms and an east facing patio garden. There is a scarcity of properties of this quality on the market so early viewings are recommended. EPC Rating = D Richmond Office: +44(0)20 8940 6789 richmond@jackson-stops.co.uk

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Petersham, TW10

ÂŁ6,800 pcm

A spacious family home ideally located close to Richmond Park, Ham Common and The German School. Generous sized double reception room. Dining room/conservatory. Fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar. Five bedrooms. Four bathrooms. Brick summer house with own bathroom. South facing rear garden. Off street parking. EPC Rating = D

Richmond Office: +44(0)20 8940 6789 richmond@jackson-stops.co.uk

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www.sintonhomes.com

BRENTHAM ESTATE WHEN ONLY THE BEST IS GOOD ENOUGH

ESTATE AGENTS & SURVEYORS

An exceedingly charming “Brentham” house dramatically remodelled and extended by its Architect owner into a stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom dream home

£875,000 Freehold

MOUNT PARK BY ROYAL DEMAND

BY KEW BRIDGE TALES OF THE RIVERBANK

A great opportunity to buy a fully detached 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, modern house in a peaceful, private cul-de-sac. In lovely condition and ready to move into

Relax and chill out on the south facing balcony overlooking the river, just one of the many features of this spacious 1st floor 2 bedroom 2 bathroom modern apartment, with large south facing lounge and secure parking

£849,950 Freehold

£499,950 Long lease

www.sintonhomes.com / 020 8566 1990 / 8 Springbridge Road, Ealing Broadway, London W5 2AA Sinton Andrews June.indd 2

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THE PARK VIEW ROAD SEEING IS BELIEVING

£3,250,000 FREEHOLD

An important opportunity to acquire a classic and handsome residence in Ealing’s premier location. This unique house was designed by a renowned architect in the style of a small country estate. Approached via a long private drive and standing in a delicious south facing garden of about ½ acre With 2 double garages and a heated pool Meticulously maintained by our client for 35 years as their much loved family home and offering boundless potential to extend and configure to your own designs.

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PROPERTY PROFILE

MOVING IN

NOTHING’S BETTER THAN THE INSIDE SCOOP. LOCAL AGENTS GIVE THEIR RECOMMENDATIONS... INTERIOR INSPIRATION

LOCAL STREET

LOCAL HANGOUT

Susan Fitz-Gibbon, Director of Fitz-Gibbon, 020 8892 8921. Th is is an interesting one as I love interior design and do it as a hobby. I really enjoy mix and matching from traditional shops such as India Jane in Richmond and Jenny Blanc in Teddington. Both of which have the most amazing selection of furnishings.

Philip Wooller, Director of Philip Wooller, 020 8811 2929. In the early 1800’s the large gardens of Ashchurch Grove were covered with fruit trees. Th is provided fresh produce that could be transported rapidly into the capital. Hence ‘The Orchard’ pub on the corner of Ashchurch Grove.

Jason Godfray, Branch Manager of Barnard Marcus, 020 8995 2345. Jamie Oliver’s restaurant Union Jacks, offers some light relief to the diners of Chiswick. Their traditionally english menu has a quirky twist and the decor provides a haven to escape into another time. With an electric atmosphere it’s a wonderful addition to the High Road.

FACT

TIME OUT

KIDS

Joseph Murphy, Sales Director of Orchards, 020 8995 9797. William Hogarth bought Hogarth House at the age of 52 when he was already a famous and established artist. He was regarded as being somewhat unruly in his way of thinking due the changes he wanted to make about the style of art practiced at that time. He considered this to be his place of peace on the Thames.

Matt Thompson, Associate Director of Featherstone Leigh, 020 8994 6567. With its abundance of beauty salons, hairstylists, nail bars and boutiques, life in Chiswick must be exhausting for my wife Rachel. As a chap, I feel a little hard done by with just two menswear shops on the High Road. This said, I can usually find what im looking for at both L.A and American Pie.

Gary Sinton, Director of Sinton Andrews, 020 8566 1990 . There is nowhere better to get some air into the kids lungs than a visit to Brent Lodge Park, known locally as Bunny Park. There is a lovely park and also an animal centre where they get a hands on experience with a wide variety of small and medium sized animals. A fun day out for the whole family to enjoy.

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OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist John Merton, Pound House

HOUSE, WALPOLE GARDENS, W4large £425 PER over WEEK isBRYHER broadly Palladian in style and is a wide, single storey building with windows looking the gardens. It was extended in 1978 to

include a garden roomtwo andbedroom a large studio complex including a workshop and dark Green room . and The property currently has very High high ceilings and A newly refurbished apartment located moments from Turnham the amenities of Chiswick Road. The brick parapets surrounding roof which has good property benefi ts from twothe double bedrooms withstorage built in space. storage, reception room with wooden flooring, modern fully fitted kitchen and bathroom and private balcony. Available End of May Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing room | studio complex | dining room | wine cellar | integrated garaging | small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

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75 Goldhawk Road, Shepherd's Bush, London W12 8EH

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Richford Street, W6 ÂŁ1,250,000

A charming flat fronted Victorian terraced house offering flexible

granting of planning permission. In brief the accommodation

accommodation over three floors. The current owners have

provides three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, utility room,

refurbished the house over recent years and there is further

dual aspect reception room, study, large kitchen/dining room

potential to increase the property to the rear subject to the

and a delightful mature rear garden.

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YEARS OF STERLING SERVICE

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A spacious four double bedroom, two bathroom family house offering excellent family accommodation and fantastic rear garden. The house retains many period features and oozes charm throughout. There is scope, subject to planning permission, to enlarge the property into the loft space, side return area of the garden and cellar.

Lime Grove, W12 £1,200,000

A stylish apartment on the upper floors of this Victorian house providing a dual aspect reception room with open plan kitchen, a utility room, master bedroom suite, three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property benefits from excellent storage space, fantastic natural light and is situated on one of Shepherd’s Bush’s premier residential roads.

Greenside Road, W12 £800,000

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LONDON NEVER STOPS CHANGING. NEITHER DO WE. WE ARE NOW OPEN IN CHISWICK. A smart new look, combined with the fact that we are available from 8am–10pm everyday, and are investing millions in marketing, helps us ensure we find the perfect buyer and tenants for our clients’ homes.

Call us on 020 8747 8601 for a free valuation or come and visit our new office at: 277-279 Chiswick High Road, London, W4 4PU

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WE KNOW WHY PEOPLE LOVE LIVING IN LONDON’S VILLAGES

VIBRANT COMMUNITIES, PARKS & OPEN SPACES, GASTROPUBS AND RESTAURANTS, CHARACTERS ALL OF THEIR OWN. WE LOVE LONDON’S VILLAGES AND WE KNOW WHY BUYERS AND TENANTS DO TOO.

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LANGHAM PLACE, CHISWICK, W4

LETTINGS

£850,000

KEW BRIDGE, W4

£500 PW

A luxury, 3 bedroom, semi-detached home in a quiet, private development near to the River Thames. It is decorated to a high standard and has extensive entertaining space, a private, decked garden, plus a garage with off-street parking for 4 cars and no onward chain.

Striking contemporary apartment offering sophisticated riverside living. Enjoy the seasons and explore glasshouses, landscapes and 250 years of history at the world’s most famous garden; Kew Royal Botanic Gardens.

CHISWICK 020 8747 8601

CHISWICK 020 8747 8093

NORWOOD GREEN ROAD, UB2

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CHISWICK, W4

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£350 PW

A magnificent, fully renovated, 8 bedroom Georgian residence of historic importance, bordering Osterley Park and convenient for M4/M25. With extensive entertaining space, exquisite period features and a total of 5505sq.ft. The 192ft rear garden also has planning permission for a 1 bedroom/reception/ bathroom garden room.

Finished to the highest standard, this apartment is located in a popular area, perfectly located for easy access to some of the best shopping and eating opportunities from Chiswick High Road’s cafés, restaurants and exquisite shops.

CHISWICK 020 8747 8601

CHISWICK 020 8747 8093

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PROPERTY

BEDFORD ROAD,W4 £5,750,000 F/H

This detached six bedroom house was designed by Norman Shaw and sits on a corner plot in a large mature garden close to Turnham Green. The original house has been sensitively extended and offers c.5,298 sqft of accommodation. This includes an indoor swimming pool and a self contained one bedroom flat as well as six bedrooms, three bathrooms, two reception rooms, study, kitchen/dining room and a double garage. 020 8995 9394; johndwood.co.uk

LIVING

Absolutely THE MOST LUXURIOUSLY APPOINTED PROPERTIES ON THE MARKET IN OUR MANOR

THE DREAM WHITEHALL GARDENS, W4 £1,195,000 F/H

A beautiful double fronted house presented in immaculate condition with a large west facing garden. The property, due to its width, has two reception rooms either side of the hallway and a fantastic kitchen/dining/reception room at the back with doors leading to the garden with a large shed. The four bedrooms and three bathrooms are arranged over the upper two floors. Ideally situated close to the Chiswick Mainline station, the River Thames and the A316 for routes in and out of central London. 020 8994 6567; featherstoneleigh.co.uk

BURNABY GARDENS, W4 £1,750,000 F/H

A stunning four bedroom semi detached, period house offering over 2100 sqft of well-balanced living and entertaining space. The property boasts a luxury master suite with ensuite shower room, three further bedrooms and family bathroom. There is a 24’x16’ reception room, a fully integrated, bespoke kitchen/dining room, utility room, and private 40’ south/west facing landscaped garden. The property also benefits from under floor heating, air conditioning and bespoke built in furniture. Situated within close proximity to local shops and numerous transport links. 020 8747 8800; whitmanandco.com 128

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WINNING

Coverdale Road, Shepherds Bush, W12

£1,500.00 per week

A truly superb five bedroom property benefitting from fabulous living and entertaining space presented in immaculate condition and boasting chic and modern design throughout. Further benefits of this property include excellent cellar storage, fantastic private roof terrace and Shepherds Bush Market underground station is within walking distance.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London, W5 3LD Tel: 020 3675 0059 sales@orchardsoﬂondon.com

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THE ORCHARDS OF LONDON DIFFERENCE

Alwyn Avenue, Chiswick, W4

£1,499,950

A four bedroom family home boasting period features and a beautiful private garden. Alwyn Avenue is located moments from boutiques, bars and restaurants along Chiswick High Road. Chiswick Park and Turnham Green underground stations are within walking distance. Motorists will beneﬁt from excellent access to the M4/A4.

Esmond Road, Chiswick, W4

£1,259,950

This is a wonderful opportunity to purchase a charming ﬁve bedroom family home with stunning period features and a delightful private garden. Esmond Road is situated in the popular Bedford Park area within easy reach of the boutiques, bars and restaurants along Chiswick High Road.

www.orchardsoﬂondon.com Tel: 020 3675 0050 171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2DR

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WINNING

Bradley House, Upham Park Road, Chiswick, W4

£1,250.00 per week

A stunning four bedroom family home which has been ﬁnished to an exceptional standard, beneﬁtting from secure underground parking and contemporary living. Upham Park Road is ideally situated just moments from Chiswick High Road and Turnham Green Terrace with transport links Turnham Green tube station and A4/M4 within easy reach.

Fraser Street, Chiswick, W4

£795.00 per week

A stunning three bedroom house located in the ever popular Glebe Estate area of Chiswick. Fraser Street is conveniently situated just a short stroll from the many boutiques, bars an restaurants on Chiswick High Road. Nearest transport links include Turnham Green underground station.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London, W5 3LD Tel: 020 3675 0059 sales@orchardsoﬂondon.com

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Twyford Avenue, Acton, W3

£1,150,000

A truly fabulous extended six bedroom family home laid out over three ﬂoors offered to the market in superb condition throughout, beneﬁtting from three bathrooms and off street parking. The nearest transport links include Ealing Common and West Acton underground stations

Gordon Road, Ealing, W13

£1,039,950

A fantastic opportunity to purchase a fabulous five bedroom semi detached family home in Ealing benefitting from two modern kitchens and generous size rooms set across three floors. Gordon Road is located within walking distance to a wealth of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants along Ealing Broadway.

www.orchardsoﬂondon.com Tel: 020 3675 0050 171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2DR

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THE ORCHARDS OF LONDON DIFFERENCE

WINNING

Ealing Common, London, W5

£1,315.00 per week

A truly spectacular six bedroom semi-detached family home brimming with period features with a large private garden in a fantastic location on the borders of Acton/Ealing. The road beneﬁts from excellent transport links and a varied selection of local amenities, with Ealing Common underground station only a short walk away.

North Common Road, Ealing, W5

£900.00 per week

Orchards of London are proud to present one of the most exclusive apartments available in Ealing Broadway. This unique three bedroom apartment boasts an enormous reception area and kitchen, private driveway and a stunning conservatory with bi-folding doors leading onto a 220ft landscaped garden. This desirable address overlooks the beautiful open spaces of Ealing Common.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London, W5 3LD Tel: 020 3675 0059 171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2DR Tel: 020 3675 0050

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PROPERTY

LUXURIOUS LETTINGS LAUDERDALE DRIVE,

TW10 DETAILS ÂŁ6,800 pcm

CONTACT Jackson-Stops & Staff 020 8940 0066; jackson-stops.co.uk

e are delighted to market this spacious and beautifully presented family home in Petersham. The property is ideally located on a highly desirable residential road in this sought after area. It is positioned within close proximity to the well regarded German School, as well as the scenic open spaces of Richmond Park and Ham Common. The property offers a generous sized double reception room with a feature fireplace and wooden flooring, which leads to the dining room and a light and airy conservatory; ideal for entertaining. In addition, there is a stylish fully-fitted kitchen with a wide range of units and a breakfast bar. Upstairs, there are five good

sized bedrooms and four modern bathrooms. A further feature of the house is the self-contained brick summer house in the garden, which comes with its own bathroom. The beautiful South facing garden is of particular note, with its decked area leading from the conservatory to a lawned area and measuring approximately 100ft in total. 135

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BROOK GREEN

138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6

LOCAL

020 7371 4171

INDEPENDENT

I N V O LV E D

HAMMERSMITH GROVE W6 5 BEDROOMS  DOUBLE RECEPTION  KITCHEN 3 BATHROOMS  UTILITY  90’ GARDEN  EPC RATING E 39

GUIDE £2,800 PW / £12,133 PCM

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BROOK GREEN

138 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6

LOCAL

020 7371 4171

INDEPENDENT

I N V O LV E D

STERNDALE ROAD W14 6 BEDROOMS  1ST FL RECEPTION  KITCHEN/BREAKFAST/CONSERVATOR Y  RECEPTION 2 DINING ROOM  3 BAT HROOMS (1 EN SUITE)  SHOWER ROOM * UTILITY ROOM  24’ X 21’ GARDEN  EPC RAT ING D 64

PRICE ON APPLICATION FREEHOLD

www.finlaybrewer.co.uk

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020 8749 7719

ASKEW ROAD

113 ASKEW ROAD W12

LOCAL

INDEPENDENT

I N V O LV E D

STOWE ROAD W12 3 / 4 DOUBLE BEDROOMS  3 RECEPTIONS  KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM  2 BATHROOMS SHOWER ROOM UTILITY / CLOAK ROOM  EAVES STORAGE  FRONT & REAR GARDEN  EPC RATING D 56

GUIDE £1.485M FREEHOLD

www.finlaybrewer.co.uk

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ASKEW ROAD

113 ASKEW ROAD W12

LOCAL

020 8749 7719 INDEPENDENT

I N V O LV E D

SEDGEFORD ROAD W12 4 DOUBLE BEDROOMS  2 RECEPTIONS  KITCHEN/DINING ROOM  FAMILY BATHROOM EN-SUITE BATHROOM  UTILITY / CLOAK ROOM  58’ GARDEN  EAVES STORAGE  EPC RATING E 51

FREEHOLD GUIDE £1.150M

www.finlaybrewer.co.uk

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PROPERTY

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PROPERTY NEWS

HAMPTONS INTERNATIONAL LETTINGS TEAM SLEEP ROUGH FOR CHARITY

A group of nine Lettings Managers and Directors from the Hamptons International’s South West London Lettings region slept rough in a cold empty Earlsfield warehouse. On 26th April the team took part in The Big Sleep Out raising money for The Big Issue Foundation. The highlight was a panel discussion with vendors who explained how the Big Issue’s philosophy of “A hand up not a hand-out” has helped them get their lives back on track. Rosanna Caldwell, Regional Lettings Director said: “Of course it doesn’t compare to what 1000’s of people in London experience every night but it gave us a taste of what that life is like and enabled us to show our support, channel awareness and raise over £1350 for Big Issue vendors.” Hamptons International www.justgiving.com/teams/ HamptonsInternational-BigSleepOut

PROPERTY FOCUS Stephen Hardy, Sales Manager at Sworn & Co

Most satisfying transaction I’ve had... It’s hard to pick just one, but it’s always satisfying when we are able to provide a smooth service for the sale of a property. We have just done this in Netheravon Road for probate purposes. Most interesting property I’ve been involved with... One winter evening I had a lady actually run out of a house in Barrowgate Road because it had a bad ‘feeling’. A little investigation turned up a dark, dark history from the early 1900’s. The property I’d most like on the books is... I should have an outstanding opportunity for someone to buy a wonderful property near Chiswick House. It will need a lot of work, possibly demolition, but it will be on the market this summer. 020 8995 3076; swornandco.com

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Absolutely W4

THE MOST FABULOUS COCKTAIL IS...

STYLISH BOUTIQUE...

Grove Park Deli is a well known haunt for locals, Janice and her team make a steak sandwich that should win awards!

A LOST HOUR...

For those fortunate enough to have the luxury of an hour, I would say the High Road Brasserie is the place to be. Here you can read your book or paper in peace and enjoy people watching yet you are still in the midst of everything.

FAVOURITE RESTAURANT... MOST FABULOUS PROPERTY...

A truly exquisite five bedroom double fronted family home presented to the market in fabulous condition throughout located in a desirable residential address. This property benefits from stylish interiors, off street parking and fantastic entertaining space. Chesterfield Road, W4, £2,750,000.

One needs to experience Annie’s to understand why it is the place to go. It is an institution of good food, good wine, fabulous cocktails and evenings to remember.

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Marmalade is no ordinary boutique, it’s a haven for all your jewelry requirements. If you have a special occasion in mind i.e. a wedding, an engagement you are planning or even just to spoil yourself this the place to go.

BEST KEPT SECRET...

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For this occasion you need a friend or two and you need a whole afternoon to indulge your senses. Sam’s Brasserie is the place to go and the cocktail of the hour would definitely have to be the Butterscotch Martini.

JOSEPH MURPHY, SALES DIRECTOR, ORCHARDS OF LONDON, 020 8995 9797; ORCHARDSOFLONDON.COM

MARKET ROUND-UP Paul Price, Associate Director and Sales Manager, Marsh & Parsons, Brook Green

Competition amongst buyers is highest in the £1.5m to £2m price bracket, where buyers can get a 2,000 sqft Victorian family house for less than £2m – a rarity so close to central London. As a result, we are achieving record prices for these premium properties and the price per square foot is being pushed above £1,000 in many cases. Indeed, we have just recently sold a three-bedroom house on Milson Road for £1,044 per square foot to a buyer originally registered with our Notting Hill office. Despite the local price increases, they saw Brook Green as offering comparatively great value. So far this year, almost 30% of our sales have been to buyers registered with our Notting Hill, Holland Park, Fulham and

Stuart Balfré, Sales Manager, Bushells ,Chiswick

North Kensington offices. Compared to other areas of London, Brook Green hasn’t had the same level of interest from foreign investors. However, the area is starting to attract an increasing number of foreign nationals, who have perhaps spent the last year or two renting in nearby areas of London and decided to settle in Brook Green, where the transport links into central London offer a great, more affordable alternative. After 36 viewings for a property on St Dunstans Road, it was an Italian cashbuyer who had been renting locally who snapped up the house for the fullasking price.

Chiswick remains one of the top destinations in West London. It is highly sought after and potential residents don’t have the luxury of time in finding their dream home with heavy competition for limited available properties. There is little indication that demand for this area is slowing, multiple offers for the same property and above asking price offers remain a common occurrence. This not only benefits Chiswick itself but bordering areas are also seeing value increases. A desirable location is still Poets Corner in Acton, just north of Chiswick. There are lots of families and the properties are a good investment.

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Colet Gardens, W14,

£1,499,950, Freehold

A wonderful four double bedroom family home presented in excellent condition and located in Brook Green . This stunning property is located on a quiet residential street, the house is arranged over four floors and offers a spacious double reception with wooden floors and feature fire place, eat in kitchen to the rear with access to west facing garden. The basement offers a utility room. Upstairs there are four double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Freehold. EPC– C Hammersmith Office  0208 563 0123 hammersmith@bushells.com

Hammersmith Grove, W6,

£475,000, Leasehold

Located on the sought after boarders of Brackenbury Village , this charming two bedroom matured garden flat offers generous living space. The flat boasts a stylish open plan kitchen with smart and well-presented décor throughout. Great location for local shops and transport links. EPC – D

Hammersmith Office  0208 563 0123 hammersmith@bushells.com

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

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Nemoure Road, W3

£465,000, Freehold

A stunning ground floor period conversion in excellent condition located on a popular quiet road. This charming property offers a wonderful reception room with fireplace and bay window, fully fitted kitchen, two spacious double bedrooms, family bathroom and access onto a beautiful private garden. Further benefits from a large cellar and high ceilings throughout. Freehold EPC– E

Acton Office 0208 993 6767 acton@bushells.com

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

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Bedford Park 020 8994 5432

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Chiswick 020 8995 2345

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Ealing 020 8579 5050

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Hammersmith 020 8748 4256

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Holland Park 020 7221 5455

West Kensington 020 7603 1384

West Facing Garden

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a rare to market, beautifully presented, semi-detached, four bedroom, two bathroom house with a west facing garden and no onward chain in one of Chiswick’s most sought after locations. This charming property boasts a spacious reception room with high ceilings and feature fireplace and bay window overlooking Woodstock Road. EPC Rating - F

Bedford Park office: 45 Turnham Garden Terrace, W4 1RG

Woodstock Road, W4£1,200,000

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Two Double Bedrooms

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A truly amazing and extremely unique two double bedroom garden apartment in one of Bedford Park’s most desirable locations. The apartment is superbly presented and has been entirely refurbished including a newly fitted eat-in kitchen and is set within an impressive semi-detached Bedford Park house. The property further benefits from a private west facing garden.

Bedford Park office: 45 Turnham Garden Terrace, W4 1RG

EPC Rating – D

Priory Avenue, W4£1,300,000

www.barnardmarcus.co.uk

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Bedford Park 020 8994 5432

Chiswick 020 8995 2345

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South facing garden

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Hammersmith 020 8748 4256

Period property

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Holland Park 020 7221 5455

West Kensington 020 7603 1384

Brackenbury Village

A superb family home with period features throughout, located in the heart of Hammersmith’s popular Brackenbury Village. The property benefits from a south facing garden, large through-lounge/dining area with gas fireplace, bright eat-in kitchen and three generous bedrooms with a loft room and potential for a side return extension (STPP). EPC Rating - F

Hammersmith office: 172 King Street, W6 0QU

Aldensley Road, W6 Freehold £1,000,000 www.barnardmarcus.co.uk

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A magnificent Victorian style family home arranged over four floors located in one of the most sought after residential roads of W14, close to local amenities including shops, restaurants and transport links. Accommodation comprises five bedrooms, two reception rooms, utility room, kitchen/ diner, two bathrooms, guest cloakroom, a rear garden and flat roof terrace. EPC rating - E

West Kensington office: 66 - 68 Shepherds Bush Road, W6 7PH

Addison Gardens, W14£2,500,000 Freehold

www.barnardmarcus.co.uk

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Bedford Park 020 8994 5432

Chiswick 020 8995 2345

Ealing 020 8579 5050

Hammersmith 020 8748 4256

Holland Park 020 7221 5455

West Kensington 020 7603 1384

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A chance to own one of Ealing’s most desirable properties in a fantastic location. The house is set over four levels giving generous living space, including large kitchen/diner and a stunning lounge overlooking Ealing Common. The property is spacious, bright and airy and presented in good order throughout including four well-proportioned bedrooms.

Ealing office: 55 The Mall, W5 3TA

St Matthews Road, W5 £1,200,000 Freehold www.barnardmarcus.co.uk

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AREA SPECIFIC INVESTMENT RESEARCH

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CHART 1 & 2 • Unlike most areas of D&G (S/W) land* during 2008–2012, lack of credit/ mortgage finance has not impacted on capital values. • Capital values have risen across all unit sizes, as housing equity/capital has been re-deployed from other areas. • Family houses have risen much faster than flats (in Hammersmith it is the school catchment areas that have particularly outperformed). • In both areas 2 bedroom flats have risen faster in value than 1 bedroom flats (1 bedroom flats in Fulham have underperformed versus Hammersmith).

HAMMERSMITH, SHEPHERD’S BUSH & FULHAM, HOW HAVE THE AREAS PERFORMED 2008–2012? Chart 1 Fulham: Annualised Capital Growth between Dec’08–Dec’12

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Chart 2 Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush: Annualised Capital Growth between Dec’09–Dec’12 Source: D&G

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CHART 3 Chart Chart33 Rental RentalYields Yieldsin in Fulham, Fulham, Hammersmith Hammersmith&& Shepherd’s Shepherd’sBush Bush–– Dec’12 Dec’12 Fulham Fulham Hammersmith Hammersmith&& Shepherd’s Shepherd’sBush Bush

• Yields on houses in both areas RENTAL YIELDS are currently at levels seen in Prime Central London (Chelsea, Kensington, Knightsbridge). £PSF

5.0% 5.0% 4.5% 4.5% 4.0% 4.0% 3.5% 3.5% 3.0% 3.0% 2.5% 2.5%

Source: D&G

• Given that both areas have seen very strong capital growth, current rental yields are still respectable at above 4% for flats.

2.0% 2.0% 1.5% 1.5% 1.0% 1.0% 0.5% 0.5% 0.0% 0.0%

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D&G (S/W) Land: Fulham, Hammersmith & Shepherd’s Bush, East Putney, West Putney, Southfields, Wandsworth, Battersea Park, Battersea, Balham, Clapham, Pimlico & Westminster

• Rents in Fulham, which were the first to soften in D&G (S/W) land during 2012, are showing signs of firming in 2013.

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£1,325,000 Freehold Brackenbury Road W6

Situated in the heart of Brackenbury Village this is a fantastic family home. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen, South-west facing garden, EPC: D.

£1,195,000 Freehold Greenside Road W12

A very light and well-proportioned property on this popular tree-lined street. 3 bedrooms, Bathroom, Double reception room, Kitchen/family room, 21ft garden, EPC: E.

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£1,150,000 Freehold Percy Road W12

This absolutely stunning four bedroom house is presented in immaculate order throughout. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Garden, EPC: E.

£425,000 Share of Freehold Avonmore Road W14

A delightful and light garden flat close to West Kensington underground station. Double bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Balcony, West-facing garden, EPC: C.

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School search The extraordinary D&G website makes searching for a local school in your desired area as easy as ABC with our new interactive map.

£975 per week Unfurnished Brackenbury Road W6

£695 per week Unfurnished Iffley Road W6

A superb four bedroom family house situated in the heart of Brackenbury Village.

A lovely Victorian mid-terraced family house, perfectly positioned close to the renowned local schools.

4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen/ breakfast room, Cloakroom, Patio garden, Roof terrace, EPC: E.

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Eat-in kitchen, Study room, Utility room, Patio garden, EPC D.

Hammersmith Lettings Office 020 8563 4422 hammlets@dng.co.uk

£615 per week Furnished Avonmore Road W14

£550 per week Unfurnished Carthew Road W6

A beautifully presented two bedroom flat which has been finished to a high standard throughout.

A delightful two bedroom terraced house in this quiet residential road in Brackenbury Village.

2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Double reception room, Kitchen, Balcony, EPC C.

2 bedrooms, Bathroom, Double reception room, Kitchen, Garden, EPC: E.

Hammersmith Lettings Office 020 8563 4422 hammlets@dng.co.uk

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£515 per week Part furnished Sinclair Road W14

£495 per week Unfurnished Overstone Road W6

A wonderful light and bright newly refurbished second floor flat in this popular residential street.

A large and quiet two double bedroom, split-level flat in this sought after street near Hammersmith Broadway.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Open plan reception room/ kitchen, Available now, EPC D.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Double reception room, Kitchen, Garden, Good storage, EPC: D.

Hammersmith Lettings Office 020 8563 4422 hammlets@dng.co.uk

£365 per week Unfurnished Hazlitt Road W6

£315 per week Furnished Aldensley Road W6

A lovely two bedroom flat in a great location close to Kensington Olympia.

A fantastic one bedroom flat in the heart of Brackenbury Village.

2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Utility/ cloakroom, EPC: D. Hammersmith Lettings Office 020 8563 4422 hammlets@dng.co.uk

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PROPERTY

PRIME PURCHASE

n amazing opportunity to acquire this upgraded and modernised five bedroom family house on one of Chiswick’s premier residential streets. The house is offered in excellent condition throughout and no expense has been spared in creating the perfect balance in living space and bedroom space. On the ground floor there is a lovely and bright double reception room with stripped wood floors and plantation shutters. To the rear of the house the kitchen and dining room lead out to the rear garden. On the first floor is a very opulent master suite with dressing area and large ensuite bathroom. There are a further four bedrooms, two bathrooms and

DETAILS

Barrowgate Road, W4 £1,999,000

CONTACT

Hamptons International, 020 8454 7237;hamptons.co.uk

shower room (ensuite) on the upper floors. Located off Sutton Court Road, the house is a moments drive to the A4/ M4 for access into and out of London and Chiswick High Road is a few minutes’ walk away by foot.

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Richmond Bridge Development An exceptional 3rd floor flat with lovely views forming part of this eternally popular riverside development. The flat has three bedrooms, a refitted kitchen, large living / dining room and two full bathrooms. There is also underground parking, a gym, porter and 24hr security. EPC – C.

£5750pcm unfurnished.

Queens Road, Richmond A beautifully presented family home located with half a mile of Richmond town centre. This ﬁve bedroom, three reception room home has a large private garden, ample oﬀ street parking and is very tastefully decorated throughout. EPC – E.

£5500pcm unfurnished

Church Road, Richmond A superbly renovated, split level flat located a short walk from Richmond station and the town centre. The layout of the flat is designed to give great flexibility and the quality of the finish is excellent. Two bedrooms, two bathrooms, two living areas. EPC - D.

£1975pcm unfurnished

020 8948 0444www.thecorporatelettingcompany.com62 Sheen Road, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 IUF

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Rothschild Road, Chiswick

ÂŁ950,000 A well designed family house, in beautiful condition, comprising a wide double reception room and large kitchen breakfast room leading to a south facing landscaped garden. EPC = D.

t: 020 8994 6567

Wellesley Road, Chiswick

ÂŁ1,275,000 An immaculately presented Victorian house, naturally arranged over three floors and extended at the rear, providing contemporary lateral living space. Close to Strand on the Green and the river. EPC = E.

t: 020 8994 6567

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Whitehall Gardens, Chiswick

£1,195,000 A beautiful double fronted house in immaculate condition with a large west facing garden. The property has two reception rooms either side of the hallway. EPC = D.

t: 020 8994 6567

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Devonport Road W12 ÂŁ1,650,000 This superb Victorian semi-detached house is located in this quiet tree lined street. The property is arranged over four floors including a large open plan kitchen family room, a utility room, downstairs cloakroom and doors leading out to the rear garden. The main reception is a beautiful room on the floor above, the study and an additional cloakroom can also be found on this floor. Four bedrooms, two bathrooms and two terraces occupy the floors above. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents. BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 sales.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Ormiston Grove W12 ÂŁ1,595,000 This elegant Victorian house, presented in excellent condition throughout, comprises a large reception room, a spacious kitchen/dining room overlooking a west facing garden and a large reception room. The upper floors boast a formal reception room, four double bedrooms and three bathrooms. Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents. BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 sales.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

Percy Road W12 ÂŁ1,495,000 A stunning family house has been cleverly configured to offer practical family living. Arranged over three floors the accommodation comprises a double reception room, a superb kitchen/dining room leading out to the rear garden, four double bedrooms, an impressive mezzanine study area and three bathrooms.Freehold. EPC=D BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 sales.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Dalling Road W6 £1,100 per week This Victorian family house is situated on one of Brackenbury Village’s premier roads and offers well proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors. The property features a stunning reception room, a fantastic kitchen/dining room, a downstairs cloakroom, four double bedrooms, an office/dressing room and two bathrooms. EPC=F BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 lets.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

Warbeck Road W12 £650 per week Arranged over three floors this Victorian property boasts high ceilings, modern fixtures and fittings. The accommodation comprises a large reception room with semi-open plan kitchen/dining space, including a master suite and built in storage, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. EPC=D BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 lets.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

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Thinking of selling or letting your home? Such an historic and sought after area of London requires an agent with a highly respected local presence and an in-depth knowledge of this unique market place. With our unrivalled network of 13 offices working together throughout south-west London, no estate agent is better placed to help you sell or let your property.

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