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EDITOR’S LETTER c u lt u r e WHAT'S ON

Diary dates for February

EDGE OF GLORY

Holly James talks Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown and famous directors

st yle 20 FASHION CONFIDENTIAL Absolutely’s pick of the sexiest lingerie

30 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

February’s beauty news, best buys and inspired gifts for Valentine’s Day

37 33 HEAVEN SCENT

Lawrence Roullier White’s guide to Spain’s premier perfumers

food & drink 39 TABLE TALK

Tasty treats, chocolate hearts and pink cocktails make for sweet Valentine’s Day

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REVIEW

The Old Brewery in Greenwich provides a wealth of beer and British fare

t r av e l 44 TURKISH DELIGHT

Pendle Harte whisks the whole family away to Fethiye on the south coast

interiors 50 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

A mixture of maps and new paint colours for the Spring season

53 MARBLE MARVELS

A fresh approach to home decor

54 CURIOSITY SHOP Cover image Veni Vici Couture ve n i vi ci .n e t

Katharine Maclaverty and Dan Rigby share their interior inspirations

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k i d s & e d u c at i o n KIDS CONFIDENTIAL Jerome Monahan rounds up the local education news

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Amanda Constance on independent schools lending a helping hand

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t’s that time of year again.

Hearts are starting to appear everywhere, all my emails seem to bear the subject line: FOR LOVERS and my single friends have already begun making plans involving horror films and red wine for February 14th. As one of the aforementioned singles, I must admit I do enjoy the odd cynical sneer at couples in love snuggling up on park benches or smushing faces for selfies. For the most part, though, Valentine’s Day has alway seemed to me like an affirmation of love in the broader sense. Friends and family have always featured heavily, right down to the annual Valentine’s Day card from my dad. So, whether single or coupled up, our February issue urges you to share the love.

Start by taking a peek at Charlotte Adsett’s lingerie round-up for inspiration on how to spice up your Valentine’s evening. Remember, sexy underwear doesn’t have to be seen to give you that extra kick of confidence.

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Perhaps your plans involve a trip to the theatre? If so, why not check out the West End adaptation of Pedro Almodóvar’s Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown. Cast member and part-time matador, Holly James talks empowered women and stripped back choreography in this month’s lead interview on page 14.

Finding a restaurant fit both for dates and mates is a struggle in London but The Old Brewery in Greenwich has atmosphere to spare and beer literally on tap. Read our review on page 41 and you’ll be booking a table in no time whether it be for two or 20.

After all, 14th February is just another day – so why not spend it with someone you love? And thumbing through a copy of Absolutely, of course. u

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Inspired by the exotic heat and energy of Mexico, Charlotte Olympia’s Cruise 2015 Collection is full of playful colour and texture. The perfect shoes for that Easter break you’re planning, if the ski slopes don’t appeal, of course. charlotteolympia.com

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Make a statement with these towering platforms by Dolce & Gabbana. We’ll be wearing ours to the beach bar on our midwinter break. £575; net-a-porter.com

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We love Italian-Brazilian designer Paula Cademartori. Using bold colours and pastel shades, her SS15 Pre-Collection is holiday heaven. paulacademartori.com

CLUTZ PROOF

Protect your iPad whilst travelling with this stylish but practical leather sleeve from Aspinal. £125; aspinaloflondon.com

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This beautifully crafted, hand blown, double walled tea cup keeps your drink hot while the glass surface remains cool to the touch.

Both clever and good looking this is a winner. £13.50; jingtea.com

Since graduating from London College of Fashion, shoe designer Camilla Elphick has worked with some of the industry’s greatest. Now she’s launched her own collection inspired by luck, and it’s brilliant. From £395; luisaviaroma.com

LOVE IT

Wear your heart around your neck this February with a stunning engravable rose gold pendant by AKALiS. £99; ilovedesigner.com

BEACH BABE

Leave it to Australian sisters Nicky and Simone to design some of the most stylish swimwear we’ve ever seen. Fusing strong silhouettes with delicate prints, bikinis like these spell holiday, no question. zimmermannwear.com

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Protect your peepers in these incredible tortoiseshell cat eye sunglasses from Dita. Having been inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood, these beauties give us major wanderlust for Tinseltown. £294; farfetch.com

Reinterpreting the designs of the classic 1950s’ and 60s’ chronograph watches, this resolutely contemporary design

by Breitling is both understated and sophisticated. £15,030; breitling.com

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T h ro u gh o u t Fe b r u a r y S o u th L o ndo n G a ll e r y ach of Isabelle Cornaro’s installations is loosely based on a classical E landscape painting by 17th-century artist Nicolas Poussin. Working with painting, sculpture and film, she explores the influence of history on the human perception of reality. ◆ 65-67 Peckham Road, SE5; southlondongallery.org

MAGNIFICENT OBSESSIONS Fro m 1 2 Fe b r u a r y B a rb i c a n Ar t G a ll e r y ollecting objects for research, study and inspiration, artists are either C connoisseurs of memorabilia or horders of bizarre objects, depending on your viewpoint.

In this show, the Barbican presents a series of fascinating personal collections allowing us to delve deeper into the artist’s creative psyche. ◆ Silk Street, EC2; barbican.org.uk

HISTORY IS NOW F rom 10 February Hayward G aller y

In the run up to the general election, seven artists ask how we got to where we are today. Providing a fresh perspective on the nation’s journey to the present, this fun, radical and illuminating exhibition uses inventive ways to explore recent history, spanning ideas and topics as varied as the Cold War, post-Thatcherite society, feminism and celebrity culture.

Belvedere Road, SE1; southbankcentre.co.uk

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VAULT FESTIVAL

T h ro u gh o u t Fe b r u a r y T he Va u l ts ringing together a random but brilliant collection of creative projects B for six raucous weeks, this unthemed festival has one simple aim - to provoke thought and lead the conversation toward issues such as inequality in politics, gender and income. ◆ Leake Street, SE1; vaultfestival.com

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Un ti l 14 Fe b r u a r y T he Yo u ng Vi c his razor-sharp play offers the audience ringside seats T to watch as three office employees fight to keep their jobs.

Exploring the fine line between office politics and playground bullying, this is a bleak but hilarious comedy that exposes the true nature of the workplace and the ‘friendships’ that exist within it.

Recommended by Timeout magazine, this is a local must-see. ◆ 66 The Cut, SE1; youngvic.org

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Throughout Fe b r u a r y D esign Museum his exhibition, designed by world-renowned architect T Zaha Hadid, takes an unprecedented look at how models, CEOs, Dames and designers have used fashion to define and enhance their position in the world. Discover how women such as Princess Diana and Zandra Rhodes express and empower themselves so that they build a reputation, attract attention and assert authority. ◆ 28 Shad Thames, SE1; designmuseum.org

Be brave, explore the world and experiment. Have you ever cooked a meal in the dishwasher? Made a rope swing? Licked a 9 volt battery? If you said no, this show is for you. Try out all the things you were told not to as a child at the Unicorn Theatre.

147 Tooley Street, SE1; unicorntheatre.com

EVENT OF THE MONTH Throughout February, Unicorn Theatre

CAUCASIAN CHALK CIRCLE he temptation to do good can be a terrible thing. As blood runs through the streets, a young servant girl must make a tough choice: save her own skin or sacrifice everything to rescue an abandoned child. Doing what she sees as her moral duty, she becomes the child’s adoptive mother. Once peace in the city is restored, however, the real mother returns to reclaim her son. But, after such a

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Asking questions about individual responsibility and social justice this Brechtian play, directed by Amy Leach, is still as moving, riling and mortifying today as it was in 1944.u 147 Tooley Street, SE1; unicorntheatre.com

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Actress and Greenwich local Holly James spills the beans on Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown and meeting Pedro Almodóvar W o r d s C at h e r i n e h a l e s

CATHERINE HALES: Women on the Verge seems like an unusual choice for a musical adaptation. What do you think makes it work?

HOLLY JAMES: It works on so many levels, I could say so much about it. I think it’s really important to have a musical about strong women and I know its a selling point because lots of friends of mine have said to me, ‘Yes, finally!’ At last a musical with strong female characters, who are funny and who you can empathise with – and not just one but lots of them. It’s set in Madrid so it’s colourful and bright and the music is different and it makes you feel something.

CH: You spend quite a lot of the play in a rather impressive costume…

HJ: The funny thing about that costume is that I was only supposed to wear it once for the song ‘Model Behaviour’, that Candela sings. When she says ‘posing with a man dressed like a matador’, that’s when I came in but when the director saw me in the costume he was like: [puts on American accent] ‘I love it.’ It’s so heavy and so hot, though.

CH: I was going to ask – it looked a little on the heavy side...

HJ: You don’t want to know. I’m beading heavily. After that it was, ‘Oh, we’ll get you to do this and that’ and it really became a thing but it started from a tiny moment.

CH: It sets the scene brilliantly though.

Did it help in keeping true to the show’s Spanish roots?

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HJ: It’s definitely important but I think as soon as you hear Ricardo doing the announcement at the beginning of the show it automatically relaxes the audience, they know where they are, they understand the vibe and then when I come out with the cigar and matador’s outfit it really starts the journey.

CH: What was the thinking behind the dance choreography?

HE USED to send us things DURING REHEARSALS like sweets and SPECIAL TREATS HJ: This version is completely stripped back because the Broadway show had a much bigger ensemble and it was full out whacking kicks and splits but then when I met Ellen Kane [the choreographer] she said no, its all going to be stripped right back. It’s far more of an abstract piece than it was.

CH: Were the dance numbers a challenge with a small company?

HJ: Definitely. And something like the end of Act 1, in the song ‘Verge’ you have four female ensemble and four characters on stage but Ellen was really precise about

wanting everyone to go on their separate journey. Songs like ‘Madrid’ started out as a massive partner-work section and then got scaled back to a very abstract thing because its such a weird piece.

CH: Which was the song when your dance was echoing Lucia and Ivan?

HJ: ‘It’s You’. Nuno is another trained dancer who’s fantastic and that started off again as a massive duet and was pulled right back but I think it looks lovely.

CH: You’ve already mentioned strong women; do you think that the ultimate message of the play is a feminist one?

HJ: I’ve had so many friends and friends of friends who’ve come to see it and have been able to relate. Whether it’s with Pepa, or Lucia, or Marisa, when you’re in a relationship where you’re not happy, it strikes a chord with everyone - and everyone in it, too. We’ve all been there, we’re all going to get there, I think it’s an important message that you can change and things do get better.

CH: Not to give anything away about the ending but I must say I found Pepa’s choice refreshing…

HJ: I know what you mean, especially when you think of the opening scene when she collapsed on the floor because [Ivan's] left.

I think as women, we often underestimate our own strength.

CH: Does it make a change to be in a female-dominated cast?

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HJ: Yes, especially because I was in American Psycho at the beginning of last year and that was the reverse of this because all the women were objects and it was all about the guys. This is completely different and even the cast themselves, as people, are strong.

CH: In terms of dancing too, it must have been a change…

HJ: Absolutely and I think even in the rehearsal process the guys were standing at the back sighing while the women took over.

CH: Did you get to meet Pedro Almodóvar?

HJ: Yes, he’s so lovely. He’s actually really shy and he’s so generous. I also thinks he’s just so thankful that people are still loving his work and his films so he’s just happy with the decisions we make and so supportive. He used to send us things during rehearsals like sweets and special treats.

He’s just the most gorgeous man ever.

CH: Did he have an input?

HJ: I think he trusted the creatives completely and because they’d done it on Broadway and weren’t 100% happy with the result they decided to completely change it around. He was like, ‘Take it, do what you want.’ When he

came to see it at the very first preview, he was just adorable and loved it.

CH: It’s a big responsibility, were you nervous?

HJ: Definitely, definitely nervous. But I trusted Bart [Bartlett Sher, the director] and the creatives because they are just such great fans of his work and they’ve spoken in depth with him about everything.

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CH: What’s your favourite thing about living in Greenwich?

HJ: I’ve got so many great things to say about Greenwich, I mean I don’t think I could live anywhere else. What I love is that you’re definitely in the hustle and bustle of it all but you breathe fresh air and you get to see the seasons change. It can be so peaceful and yet so full of life and vibrant and the people are so friendly and eclectic, I could never get bored of living there.

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CH: Any recommendations?

HJ: I do pub hops around Greenwich so I start at the Gypsy Moth and go up to the Tavern. I also love Heaps and Royal Teas is fantastic. There are so many places; I love The Rivington and the markets.

CH: What advice would you give to young female actors or dancers trying to crack the West End? HJ: I think you have to just love it more than anything because you have so many setbacks and you meet so many unsympathetic and unsupportive people that you have to be on your path and know what you want to do because it’s going to take a long time.

CH: It has to come from you?

HJ: It has to come from you. It can’t even come from someone thinking you’re great at something. When I go on stage or take a class, I forget about everything else going on and - this sounds really wanky - it’s literally like my therapy. The advice I’d give? If you love it, then just do it. And work really hard. u The Playhouse Theatre, WC2N; womenonthevergemusical.com

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THE HEART WANTS Ask us our heart’s desire this month and they answer may very well be found in the Valentino Pre-Fall 2015 Collection, inspired in part by visionary designer Celia Birtwell. We know what we want for Valentine’s Day. valentino.com

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Fur bags and hats, elaborate necklaces and the best lingerie sets for a steamy Valentine’s Day

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The only body-trend that I’ve been longing to see the back of is this size 4/6 toned clique of shapeless zombies that have not only ruined what is intrinsically beautiful about a woman’s body, but wrecked many centuries of tailoring to boot. The type of figure I’m talking about doesn’t belong to the natural willowy twiggy-esque physique or petite person; it is that entirely unnatural body, which the owner has worked very hard, creating it to be as trim and as toned as it is possible to be (without looking ill). The result renders them with no shape at all, no physical personality. They’re just a generic sized pair of boobs, with a small, flattish bum and no hips. It is inspired by celebrities who live in front of cameras, but the reality of this body is in fact boring and unfeminine. Why would you want to get rid of the naturalness that makes you a woman – the softness of your flesh, the nip of your waist and curve of your bottom? It has inspired women’s clothing since time began! So if you’re worrying about having overdosed at Christmas and New Year, take a few pictures of Marilyn Monroe, Kate Upton or Kim Kardashian to the mirror with you, and just check you don’t rather suit those few extra pounds? They’re in Vogue after all… u

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Following the huge success of her faux fur popsicle scarves, London fashion designer Charlotte Beecham of Charlotte Simone has created the ‘Bon Bon’ bag in collaboration with her friend and Rita Ora’s super-stylist Kyle De’volle. The candy coloured fluffy ‘Bon Bons' (modelled here by Daisy Lowe) look as edible as they sound.

Bon bon bags, £150; charlottesimone.com

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Nothing says ‘I love you’ quite like a bespoke piece of jewellery. The keepsake ‘Loquet’ concept was created by Sheherazade Goldsmith and Laura Bailey, with the idea lockets can be personalised with collectable charms, initials and birthstones. Start dropping hints for Valentine’s day now. From £450; loquetlondon.com

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HIGH LIFE House Of Hackney X Terr y Havilland

East London fashion and interiors label du jour House of Hackney have joined forces with legendary rock n’ roll shoemaker to the stars Terry de Havilland to create a range of 70’s inspired printed wedges and platforms.

Shoes, £375; houseofhackney.com

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Italian couturier Giambattista Valli, as worn by Amal Alamuddin the first time she stepped out as Mrs Clooney, designs beautifully constructed and ultra feminine dresses. This dress (£1,778) is a wise investment for your spring wardrobe.

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The debut collection from Rawan Behbehani’s luxury label mixes fine fabrics with edgy detailing while the colour palette ranges from emerald greens to bold reds to subtle plums.

We particularly love this radical red peplum number. An absolute must-have for SS15. venivici.net

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01. LOVEDAY LONDON Bra £120 + suspender belt £90 + briefs £80 lovedaylondon.com, 02. FLEUR LONDON Lace Boudoir bra £79 + briefs £95 fleurlondon.com,03. eurlondon.com, BORDELLE Bra £80 + briefs £45 bordelle.co.uk, 04. WILLIAM WILDE X LASCIVIOUS £135 + briefs £120 lascivious.co.uk 05. STELLA MCCARTNEY Bra £60 + Briefs £35 net-a-porter.com

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Black sequin pencil skirt, £119, by Boden Brown silk and lace bow bra, £79, by Fleur of England Gold long drop earrings, £200, by Dinny Hall

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Black star lace body, £86 and cat ears £135, by Mimi Holliday Silver and crystal ring, £119, by Myia Passiello at Cadenzza

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Photographer: Philip Blythman Stylist: Lynda Bell Model: Fruzsina at Models1 Hair: Marcia Lee at Caren using Aveda Make-up: Claudine Blythman using Lanc么me STOCKISTS boden.co.uk cadenzza.co.uk damaris.co.uk dinnyhall.com fulldisclosureluxe.com huit.com maisonlejaby.com my-wardrobe.com net-a-porter.com oasis-stores.com pepejeans.com petitsbisous.com princesssetamtam.co.uk sea-ny.com

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BERRY BEAUTIFUL Putting the berry in Burberry, the British heritage brand swept raspberry-red lipstick across model's lips for their SS15 show.

Ultimate spring seduction. burberry.com

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GROOM ROOM Dulwich Village

A box of tricks, how to look hot this Valentine’s day and the best scents for closet romantics

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he Groom Room, located in the of Dulwich Village, offers a T heart variety of treatments designed for the modern urban gentleman.

I can say with some conviction that one of the highlights is the hour-long, full-body Swedish massage (accent optional). Having never had a massage before I had no idea what to expect, but suffice to say I left the Groom Room a completely relaxed, stress-free, de-knotted individual.

The treatment does what it says on the tin – one lies down for an hour getting progressively more relaxed while a Groom Room whizz makes it their mission to ensure all of your aches and pains are soothed away (complete with plinky-plonky music).

The massage is ideal for anyone with a hectic lifestyle who needs a good bit of ‘r and r’ in order to recharge their batteries, and the Groom Room also offers other must-try services including the highly-popular facial treatments. They also provide your bread and butter options for those lucky enough to be completely lacking in aches and/or pains: some of the best haircuts and wet-shaves in South East London.

On a return visit (which now seems highly likely) I would be tempted to go for the The Classic Scissor and Comb or possibly even Turkish Hot Towel Shave if I'm feeling particularly bold.

So whether you’re looking for a day of pampering, or simply need a trim and a shave, head to the Groom Room pronto – you won’t be disappointed. u

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This year has been quite a year for Kendall Jenner. Not only has she struck up a covetable new friendship with Cara Delevigne and been in the spolight because of a rather famous wedding, she has also landed a job as the face of Estée Lauder. Bravo. esteelauder.co.uk

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3 of the best

ROSE SCENTS

RED ALERT Kevyn Aucoin

New for Valentine’s Day is Kevyn Aucoin's Bloody Gorgeous Box Set, a collection of six of the make-up artist’s most iconic products in his favourite shade, Bloodrose - the ultimate red. £100, spacenk.com

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PICK WHITE LINE Odin

Not only do these fragrances from Odin New York look stylish on your dressing table, they're also unisex so can be spritzed on both you and your partner this Valentine's day. £140; odinedt.com

1. THAMEEN, Noor Olain Taif, £125; selfriges.com 2. ACQUA DI PARMA, Nobile Rosa, £68; acquadiparma.com 3. RAMON MONEGAL, L’Eau de Rose, £130; harrods.com

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TUBEROSE SCENTS

LIGHT MY FIRE M a i s o n Ve s

For a less conventional woman, the scent of white flowers is the sexiest of all and bound to set the mood

Short on gift inspiration this Valentine’s Day? These beautiful smelling Maison Ves scented candles come with special messages for the occasion, all in the form of popular hashtags. #LoveIt. £78; maison-ves.com

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02 1. ROBERT PIGUET, Fracas, £95; harrods.com 2. JO MALONE, Tuberose Angelica, £100; jomalone.co.uk 3. FREDERC MALLE, Carnal Flower, £215; liberty.co.uk

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Myla and Davis have opened their second branch on North Cross Road, East Dulwich.

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SCENT

Be whisked away to sunny Spain with scents from the world’s secret perfume capital W o r d s L aw r e n c e R o u l l i e r W h i t e

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s a ‘retail tourist’ Spain is one of my favourite destinations.

One of my greatest joys is wandering the back streets of Barcelona, Madrid, or Seville and stumbling across an ‘undiscovered’ artisan studio, specialist shop, or particularly a hidden perfumery or apothecary.

Despite the many treasures to be found, sadly Spain does not enjoy the reputation for fine fragrances bestowed on its French and Italian cousins. However, there is a great tradition in the country that goes back many generations, and a use of scent that would put us British to shame. From babies the Spanish fragrance their children straight from the bath. There are many baby-safe cologne brands on the market in Spain, such as the gorgeously presented one from the country’s oldest existing fragrance house; Alvarez Gomez. It is, however, Alvarez 02

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Gomez’s sublime classic for adults; Agua de Colonia [01] - sunny citrus with woody, herbal hints – which is widely and liberally splashed on post-shower.

You would want to be more careful with the exquisite scents from the latest Spanish brand to land on these shores.

Having spent 35 years creating fragrances for other brands in 2009 Ramón Monegal launched his own line, complete with a dedicated boutique on Carrer de Calvet, in his hometown of Barcelona. So many of today’s new launches are so similar that it is a delight to come across a range which is fresh and inspired; scents united by the common thread of craftsmanship, authenticity of ingredients and integrity, yet each individual and unique. My personal favourite is Cherry Musk [02], cherry, coconut, jasmine Chinese rose and strawberry on a bed of warm musks.

I have long been a champion of another

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Barcelona brand, Carner Barclona. Sara Carner’s sensual line is a celebration of her remarkable city. El Born talks of the bohemian quarter famed for its café and bar culture, whilst D600 [03] evokes the city stirring after a night of slumber; top notes of Madagascan black pepper, Sicilian bergamot and grapefruit dance across a middle rich with Guatemalan cardamom, Italian iris and Egyptian jasmine absolute on a bed of luxurious Virginian cedar wood, Madagascan vanilla absolute and sophisticated vetiver.

Major players in the global fashion market, Puig operates under license from some of the world’s biggest and best known fragrance and fashion houses. It is little known, however, that one of the company’s own forages into fragrance, Azur de Puig [04] from 1969, is still available today. Opening with notes of bergamot, thyme and mandarin, the rounded middle is full of sweet jasmine and lily of the valley, countered by a base of patchouli and oak moss.

Jordi Roca is the pastry chef at El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, which in 2013 was named best restaurant in the world by Restaurant Magazine. Some of Jordi’s most ground breaking recipes are inspired by scent, however, in 2011 he turned the tables and created Nuvol de Llimona [05], Lemon Cloud, with perfumer Agustí Vidal; a perfume based on a dessert. The resulting scent? The aroma of a “lemon muffin soaked in milk”. What more reason would you need to book a weekend away? u

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PIECE OF CAKE BAKERY Try something a little different this year and gift a home baked cake handmade by the Piece of Cake Bakery and Cafe this Valentines day, we use traditional methods producing exceptional quality cakes for all occasions 76 East Dulwich Grove 0208 6937733 pieceofcakecafeuk.co.uk

BOB WINES Just tell Bob about your Valentine’s tastes and preferences and Bob will find you the perfect drink from a great selection of local beers, spirits, Italian, French and English wines for a wonderful tête à tête!

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All vouchers come packaged in a box with ribbon and are available for all treatments and products at the salon. Call us or pop in to order and make it a Valentine’s Day to remember.

8 Melbourne Grove, East Dulwich, SE22 8QZ, 0208 6933773; hb-therapy.co.uk

ROULLIER WHITE There is nothing more romantic than the gift of fragrance on Valentine's Day; however choosing a scent for someone else, no matter how well you known them, can be a tricky business. Buy your loved-one a Roullier White boxed gift certificate which comes with a free fragrance consultation and a few gorgeous phials to sample on the day, from £75.

125 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HU; 020 8693 5150 roullierwhite.com

BELAIR HOUSE

SWEET CAROLINA

This Valentine’s Day, sit down to a private three course dining experience in our restaurant, complimented with a handcrafted cocktail on arrival. Stay for after dinner treats at the bar and listen to live musical entertainment from Sebastian Genovese. Book your table by calling 020 8299 9788.

Gallery Road, West Dulwich, SE21 7AB belairhouse.co.uk

Sweet Carolina is a boutique bakery nestled in the heart of South East London that produces delicious, home-baked treats using the finest organic and seasonal ingredients. Whether you're looking for simple iced biscuits or an entire decadent dessert table, we can whip up something special for any occasion. This Valentine's Day, why not opt for some of our scrumptious and beautifully presented goodies to be delivered to your sweetheart?

077 8550 4969; sweetcarolina.co.uk

LOUISE HEYWOOD Independent Make-up Artist, Louise Heywood feels that make up should be used sparingly to enhance, define and celebrate our faces. When not working on magazine shoots Louise provides one to one and group make-up lessons, either at your home or from her studio in Crystal Palace. The perfect gift for women of all ages! Gift vouchers available. louiseheywood.com

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Village Tandoori Authentic Indian Takeaway

Award Winning Master Chef (with 26 years experience) ‘London tried & tasted 2014’ Award Winners by customer voted online

Special Discount VIllage Tandoori is offering very high standard in out door catering for any party. (Garden parties wedding & birthday parties)

020 8693 4915 / 020 8299 2002 To order a take away please call us on: 020

8693 4915 / 020 8299 2002 www.villagetandooridulwich.co.uk or walk just in

OPENING TIME: 4.30pm to Midnight - 7 Days a week, including Bank Holidays FREE home delivery over £10, 3 miles radius 71 East Dulwich Grove, East Dulwich, london, SE22 8PR (Opposite The East Dulwich Hospital)

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ALL THINGS SPICE Anglo-Indian food master Arun Kapil has released a new cookbook called Fresh Spice, which delves deep into the world of flavour, aiming to teach the art of seasoning properly. ÂŁ19.99; amazon.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES RECIPE

COCKTAILS

Dry January is long gone so why not celebrate Valentine’s Day with one of these scrummy pink concoctions?

English Kiss Created by rock & rose

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• 24ml raspberry infused vodka • Couple of drops of peach • bitters • 25ml Chambord • Pineapple juice • Lime ◆ METHOD

Brownies for the girls, whiskey for the boys and cocktails for everyone this Valentine’s Day

Mix the above ingredients in a Martini glass and top with rock fairy dust.

Alternatively mix with egg white.

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MAIDEN’S BLUSH Created by Filippo Previero

SWEETS FOR MY SWEET

THAT'S THE SPIRIT

What better way to say ‘I love you’ this Valentine’s Day than with baked goods? Boutique Herne Hill bakery Sweet Carolina deliver deliciousness to your door with their great range of Valentine’s treats – from gooey brownies to heart-shaped biscuits. If you’d prefer choose in person, Carolina herself will be at the Herne Hill Market on 8 February. u sweetcarolina.co.uk

February 14th isn’t all about the girl, so if you’re searching for a gift that he'll really appreciate, look no further than award-winning Woodford Reserve Double Oaked whiskey. Serve straight up or perhaps in an Old Fashioned – that is, if you can bear to give it away... £50, available from fortnumandmason.com

LA MAISON DU CHOCOLAT

Caramel Sensations £14.50; lamaisonduchocolat.co.uk

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INGREDIENTS

• 45ml Tanqueray 10 • 5ml Absinthe • 20ml lemon juice • 1bar spoon caster sugar • 2bar spoon rasberry jam ◆ METHOD Pour all the ingredients into a shaker and shake well. Strain into a fancy cobbler over crushed ice and garnish with a bamboo straw, sprig of mint, star anise, fresh raspberry and icing sugar.

ROCOCO

Heart Shaped Truffle Box £45; rococochocolates.com

Luxe Boxes for Chocolate Lovers

MONTEZUMA’S

PRESTAT

Theatre Heart Box from £6.50; prestat.co.uk

Large Truffle Box £15.99; montezumas.co.uk

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GODIVA

Heart Box £23; godivachocolates.co.uk

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Green Cuisine Cookshop cook • bake • dine

With proper Winter weather on the way, the Thermo Pot (£30) is perfect to take a hot lunch to work or school Buy in store or online at

WINNER OF THE 2014 BARTENDER OF THE WEST END FOR THE BESPOKE COCKTAIL ‘THE UGLY DUCKLING’

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A new wine shop in Crystal Palace Specialised in: • Italian producers sourced directly from Italy • English still and sparkling wines • Local craft beers • New cask wines system : a eco-friendly concept called “BOB” Bring Our bottles 29 Anerley Road | London SE19 2AS | 020 8659 6092 www.bobwines.co.uk | info@bobwines.co.uk 1 minute walk from Crystal Palace station | Free parking

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FOOD & DRINK / REVIEW perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside and not too salty, while the lemon mayonnaise adds a note of sweetness. My salmon gravadlax is flaky, piquant and gone too soon but I comfort myself by taking another swig of the Pilsner.

My companion and I both select pub favourites for our mains: bangers and mash for her and steak and chips for me. Actually, to be more accurate, it was spiced German style Meantime Raspberry Wheat Beer sausage with sauerkraut and mash and 10oz. Angus rump steak, with peppercorn sauce, leaf

BANGERS and mash for her AND STEAK and chips FOR ME

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reenwich is famous for many things; the naval college, the Cutty Sark and, most importantly in my opinion, Greenwich Meantime beer. I had been given the opportunity visit the source and dine in the brewery itself so I set out with a friend to discover the place where the beer is made.

The main dining room is incredibly striking with copper beer tuns dominating one wall and glass bottles suspended from the ceiling. We are seated in one of the cosy vinyl booths and a friendly waitress arrives at our side.

To my delight there is a dedicated beer menu which is immediately produced and I decide to go for the paddle, a choice

of four beers, served as thirds. With a little help, I select the Pilsner, the London Pale Ale, the Brewery Fresh Lager and the Yakima Red. My favourite of these is the Pilsner, which has a crisp, delicate taste and immediately has me imagining picnics by the river in the sunshine. The other standout is the Yakima Red; made with special German caramelised malts and five different hops from Yakima Valley in the US, this has a sweet, citrusy taste and I probably have a little more of it than I ought to.

The fare on offer at The Old Brewery is hearty and very English. My companion starts off with devilled whitebait and lemon mayonnaise and I choose the Meantime IPA-cured salmon gravadlax, pickled beets, dill mayonnaise and mustard sauce. The whitebait are

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salad and hand cut skin-on chips. My enormous steak was cooked to a bloody medium rare, just the way I like it, my only criticism being that my chips were just a tad undercooked. My friend wolfed down her sausage with such enthusiasm I was almost unable to wrest a bite away from her but when I did it was bursting with flavour, the Raspberry Wheat Beer adding a hint of fruitiness and the mash, smooth and lump-free and absolutely swimming in gravy.

We shared a lovely pear and apple crumble for pudding and as I washed it down with the last of the beer, I realised I had discovered a new favourite restaurant to add to my roster. u

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Manuel’s

Manuel’s creates authentic freshly cooked Italian food. Service is friendly and relaxed.

Menus A La carte menu Set menu Sunday roast menu

020 8670 1843 129 Gipsy Hill, London SE19 1QS

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COASTING THROUGH Pendle Harte experiences a package holiday with a difference in Fethiye on the south coast of Turkey. Thinking overszealous reps, overcrowded pools and serisouly underwhelming buffets? Think again...

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s a mother of three, businesswoman and former model, Jasmine Guinness is a woman who needs a holiday, and knows it. When she explained that: ‘people who read on holiday always have a better time because it’s total escapism, both physically and mentally,’ she articulated my feelings exactly. Because what I want most from a holiday is a place to read. A beautiful place in the sun, where all my immediate physical needs are met – and those of my family – in order that I can be left in peace to read. But this is harder to achieve than it sounds. Anyone with children knows that for a holiday to be a holiday, you need to be able to reclaim your own brain for yourself, away from the incessant random demands made on it, and this is not something that happens easily.

So we came to an all-inclusive resort. It might not be the most imaginative holiday option, but when your ambition is to find rest and relish in it, the promise of having no decisions to make for a full week is an exciting one. Letoonia in Fethiye, on Turkey’s south coast, is a vast hotel on a completely private peninsula. Set in absurdly lush surroundings (over 268 varieties of fauna, requiring near-constant watering in this dry part of the world) it’s a beautiful spot. Imagine pine trees, bougainvillea, jasmine and roses all vying for space and creating a wilderness of colour. There are three private beaches, four pools (one indoor), eight restaurants, nine bars, a spa, a kids’ club and countless available sporting

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Shot By The Sheriff

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Discounts available for Dulwich Weddings (20-25% discount available, depending on package booked - please ask for details)

All packages include a DVD of printable images (approx. 800 images from an 8 hour booking)

Please contact us to arrange a no-pressure appointment to discuss your wedding prior to considering a booking

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TRAVEL / TURKEY activities. It’s almost a village in itself, a sprawling, hilly one with funicular railways and golf buggy taxis (flag them down when you’re flagging) connecting locations such as the pools and the beaches with the life-sized chess board, the theatre and the eateries, plus the archery course, the tennis courts and the water slides.

But if this sounds big and busy, it doesn’t feel it. On our visit, in high season and during the school holidays,

THIS is a UTOPIAN, moneyfree SOCIETY where everything IS ALWAYS AVAILABLE accommodation is at full capacity but still there is no crowding, queueing or scrambling for pool loungers. Everything is quiet and seamless. The all-inclusive ethos creates a utopian, money-free society where everything is always available to everybody and there’s no competitiveness or conspicuous consumption (nobody seems to overeat or drink despite the bottomless plates and glasses, which makes a convincing case for the goodness of human nature). We walk round the village unencumbered by anything as pedestrian as a wallet.

Accommodation is in bungalows with carved wooden details designed by award-winning Turkish architect Nail

Çakırhan. Our two bedroom suite is comfortable and spacious, with a shady balcony offering impressive sea views, so quite quickly we settle into a form of routine, loosely based around meals.

Buffet dining suits us and the largest restaurant is situated at the tip of the peninsula, by the lighthouse, offering sea views in all directions. Options are endless and alongside all the high class if fairly standard international fare is a good selection of Turkish meze – every day brings a delicious new twist on the aubergine – and there’s enough variety not to ever get bored. There are two à la carte restaurants too, one of them offering a curious fashioning of Japanese

food and the other a beachside fish venue, but we stick to the buffets with their wide array and child-friendly setup. We quickly discover our favourite place for lunch – on the beach, where salads and Turkish flatbreads offer light options alongside a chilled glass of wine. The children choose pasta with tomato sauce every day without exception, fully believing themselves in culinary heaven, and we are delighted that the ice cream stall opens punctually after lunch every day and then closes for the rest of the afternoon.

Days pass in a haze of swimming – the pool? Or the beach? Which pool and which beach? – and we enjoy everything from the waterslides that drop into the sea to the pedalos and rowing boats in the bay, as well as the elegant bananaleaf style hammocks that dot around the resort. One day we take a trip on Letoonia’s luxury yacht, which takes us around the peninsula, stopping to swim in clear turquoise waters and to shop in the market. In the evenings we enjoy all-singing, all-dancing performances from the in-house amateur dramatics group, whose enthusiasm and fantastic costumes fill the village amphitheatre with energetic shows every night.

So, the reading count went well. Not only did I reread Jane Eyre but I caught up with Meg Wolitzer and Philip Roth too.

In terms of physical and mental escapism, I certainly had my fill. u Special offer for Letoonia bookings before end of January 2015 - 7 nights all inclusive including flights from £504 at letoonia.com

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GRAND TOUR John Lewis’ Fusion collection captures the spirit of adventure, celebrating a global range of styles, with eclectic furniture, ethnic-influenced fabrics and decorative accessories. Be an armchair traveller and transform your home with farflung influences, no matter where you live. johnlewis.com

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10 of the best

map and globes

Map it out and paint the town with this month’s home picks

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BHS

Map Printed Bedding Set, £25; bhs.co.uk

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HOUSE OF FRASER

Revival Wire Globe, £50; houseoffraser.co.uk

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BOMBUS

Bespoke Map Heart, £92; bombus.co.uk

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ASPACE

Vintage Map Duvet Set, £85; aspace.co.uk

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Colour experts Pantone have announced ‘Marsala’ as the Colour of the Year 2015. Described as a ‘naturally robust and earthy wine red,’ many interior brands have followed suit and introduced it to their ranges. Prepare to welcome this rich berry hue into your home and for Marsala madness to hit the high street. pantone.co.uk

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‘Big Nature Small Me’ is a winter colour trend forecast by Dulux.

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CATHERINE HALES: When you choose the homewares for the shop, what are you looking for?

KATHARINE MACLAVERTY: We try and work out some looks for the shop so its a cohesive edit but at the same time it’s quite an eclectic store. We want to appeal to people’s own taste, too, to try and have a good balance of ranges, so they’re all tasteful and things that we are proud to stock but at the same time people’s own choices come into that. We’re not prescriptive.

CH: Is there quite a good range in price?

KM: It’s a real range because often people are shopping for gifts and lots of customers like to come in and buy something really pretty that they love and they don’t have to think about it, they don’t have to save up for it. At the same time we have pieces that are a little more of an investment.

CH: Is there a brand that you stock that you’re particularly fond of?

KM: Yes, a couple of the Scandinavian brands and I’m a little obsessed with tableware and ceramics.

CH: How much is your stock informed by the area?

KM: Heavily. The Dulwich Trader is more classic as its based in West Dulwich whereas our shop in East Dulwich [named “ed”] is a little more quirky, slightly more trend-lead.

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HOME & INTERIORS / PROFILE I’M a little obsessed WITH TABLEWARE and CERAMICS CH: I would imagine you have quite a vocal customer-base?

KM: We work very much from our customer feedback and the relationship between the customers and the girls in the shop is strong.

We’ve built it up over years so we tend to hear about things quite quickly. To be honest it doesn’t always relate to the sales figures because when someone’s commenting on something, six other people have quietly bought it but nonetheless we get phone calls every day saying, ‘People are loving this!’ or, ‘That really didn’t go down well.’

DAN RIGBY: We had one customer who came in and bought a lot of these cushions and if you saw the number on paper you’d think, wow these cushions are selling brilliantly but it was actually just this one customer who we know very well.

KM: She said, I want six in each colour and order me lots of other colours. So we did, then she wanted more for her other house, so we kept ordering themDR: If you saw that on paper you’d think they were a big hit.

KM: In fact, no one else in Dulwich ever even got to see them.

CH: So now there’s only one left? Probably the last the company ever made before running out of materials.

KM: And all retiring.

CH: I know the shop has been here for a long time, is it second or third generation?

DR: Second, my mother set up the business here 25 years ago.

CH: So, you know the area very well; is there a strong sense of community here?

KM: There definitely is a community and

put West Dulwich back on the map. I was on the West Dulwich Forum and the East Dulwich Forum the other day and the latter has thousands of engaged users but the West Dulwich has only a very few. However, those few are very passionate and they want to have a voice. They’re very proud of what they’ve got: they’ve got great schools, good pubs and restaurants, brilliant local businesses and feel that in recent years they may have been living slightly in the shadows of surrounding areas.

then there are kind of sub groups. We live in Crystal Palace, just up the hill and that’s a completely separate community even though its five minutes away.

CH: You started Love West Dulwich; is it mainly for business owners? What’s the thinking behind it?

DR: To give the area a sense of identity that I think it was losing. It was originally business owners but then a couple of residents wanted to join and begin this initiative to

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CH: What can we expect to see arriving in the store in the next couple of months?

KM: We’re just in the middle of ordering our new lines. We’re off to Paris this week which is where we’ll achieve some looks for the shop but we’re only a quarter of the way through buying for the new season. Pastels are on the way out but we still have a lot of metallics, golds, silvers and coppers and of course, the beautiful ceramics are also on their way in. u

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Young artists from across South East London have been praised by professional artist Roxana Halls – one of the judges of the seventh annual Young London Artists’ Awards – for being inspiring, challenging, provocative, confusing and delightful. First prize went to 18-year-old Megan Nightingale from Nunhead for her abstract, sculptural and photographic work.

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n case you haven’t noticed, London I and, indeed, the whole planet has gone positively Paddington potty! On the back of his first ever live action film comes Love From Paddington, a new book from creator Michael Bond.

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Working partnership Shadow education secretary Tristram Hunt wants independent schools to work more closely with state schools, yet many are doing so already.

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n north Kensington, in the backwoods of Notting Hill, there is a state-of-the-art, brand spanking new school. This is Kensington Aldridge Academy, a secondary school for the local community. Nearly all the pupils live within a mile, the majority from the surrounding estates. It couldn’t be more inner city. Yet who are its educational partners? Two bastions of private school privilege – Godolphin & Latymer and Charterhouse.

Eton College has sponsored a new school, too; Holyport College, a state free school which also opened its doors to Year 7 last September. The Independent Schools Council (ISC) – which represents the majority of the UK’s private schools - says nine out of 10 independent schools already take part in partnerships with state schools.

Was Tristram Hunt ignorant of examples such as these when he pledged before Christmas to strip fee-paying schools of business rate relief?

The shadow education secretary provoked a furious backlash from private school leaders when he said that, if Labour came to power, independent schools could lose tax relief worth a combined total of £147m a year unless they worked more closely with the state sector.

Under the plan, independent schools would be expected to sponsor state academies, share teachers, train new staff, help state pupils apply to top universities and provide and run joint extra-curricular activities.

Jo Heywood, headmistress of Heathfield in Ascot says: ‘Almost all of us are already involved in partnerships with excellent schools in the state sector,

THE ADVANTAGES of these partnerships ARE COMPLETELY TWO-WAY including many of the initiatives he has suggested, and we are fed up with these repeated attacks on our schools.’

Perhaps the problem for private schools is that, while many have established strong partnerships with the state sector, they just haven’t done a very good PR job explaining it.

‘If there is one mea culpa in all of this, it is that we haven’t done what we’re normally good at doing, which is blowing our own trumpet,’ says Charlotte Vere, the ISC’s general secretary.

Mark Beard, headmaster of University College School in Hampstead, alma mater of the Honourable Tristram Hunt, himself the son of a baronet, accused Labour of

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displaying great ignorance of how modern private schools work.

‘If the shadow education secretary were to visit his old school, what would he find?,’ asks Beard. ‘A nest of privilege, devoted to raising the children of oligarchs and City financiers in secluded, toffish privilege? On the contrary, he would find a diverse population of pupils, from all creeds and backgrounds.’ UCS spends £1m a year on fees assistance and has a range of collaborations with state secondary schools, including Westminster Academy, UCL Academy, London Academy of Excellence, and a number of primaries.

It doesn’t take much digging on the websites of London’s top schools to find a list of their ‘community’ work. Latymer Upper, for example, runs a successful Saturday school, where local pupils are taught by its staff. King’s College School in Wimbledon has no academic lessons on Friday afternoons and the majority of pupils from Year 9 and above do volunteer work. Some sixth formers, overseen by a teacher, teach Latin to girls in Kingston, some coach rugby and cricket. Others help severely disabled children at a special school.

King’s also runs top-up lessons in the spring term for hundreds of local Year 11 children preparing for their GCSEs in key subjects, plus an ‘Aspirations’ programme for gifted and talented Year 9 pupils from local state schools.

‘This is not all as selfless as it may sound,’ says King’s headmaster, Andrew Halls.

‘The advantages of these partnerships are completely two-way’. Halls says King’s parents know the programme has a cost – which they are effectively bearing in their fees – ‘but not one of us, not a single parent, would wish it otherwise’. u

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Deco properties for sale in London at the moment ranging from a £11 million, fourbedroom apartment in St John's Wood at the top of the market to a £240,000 one-bedroom apartment within Du Cane Court in Balham at the bottom. But as a quick look at these properties proves, it is difficult to pin down exactly what the Art Deco style is. Its influences are numerous and varied and include, for starters, the decorative arts of the late 17th century, Cubism, Bauhaus, Ancient Egypt, Japan, Africa and even ancient Mayan art. But what makes it easy to spot from the street is that nothing else looked like it, either before or after its nadir. The most famous example is Florin Court within the Charterhouse Square gated community in EC1, which was built in 1936 and has been used many times as the home of Poirot in the eponymous TV series. There studio apartments sell for between £250,000 and £300,000.

But while its properties are sought after, it is within the world of interiors that interest in the style is gaining a new momentum. And it’s mainly because developers building prime properties in London are increasingly turning to the Art Deco palette when creating interiors.

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She also thinks it utilises the type of geometry that the human eye is naturally attracted to, although she attributes its more recent rise in popularity to the recent remake of F. Scott Fitzgerald's 1925 novel The Great Gatsby into a film.

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Colyton Road, SE22

spectacular three storey five bedroom Victorian house which has undergone a total refurbishment, featuring spacious rooms and a landscaped garden, double reception room, 17ft kitchen/diner, master bedroom en suite, three bathrooms and loft conversion potential.

stunning four double bedroom newly refurbished 1930s house with beautiful views overlooking Peckham Rye Park. This house is immaculate and has been refurbished to a high standard offering fantastic living space throughout. Set on a popular residential street close to all amenities.

KFH, Kennington 020 7582 7773; kfh.co.uk

Bushells, Dulwich 020 8299 1722; bushells.com

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ocated in the established West Dulwich area, this beautiful property boasts a grand reception room, a dining room ideal for entertaining and five generously proportioned bedrooms. Perfect for living and entertaining, this spacious family house also offers an extensive walled garden.

n imposing six bedroom detached period house arranged over four floors. The lower ground floor currently provides a separate, self contained flat with enclosed courtyard which could be reinstated. Further benefits include a roof terrace, and the front and rear gardens.

Foxtons, Dulwich 020 8613 6200; foxtons.co.uk

Harvey & Wheeler 020 8693 4321; harveywheeler.com

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resentation is key as first impressions do count. Make sure that your property has great curb appeal. Mow the lawns and tidy the garden.

Emphasise space and ensure the property is clutter free; clear the surfaces including floors and table tops. Maximise light by opening curtains, blinds, and adjoining doors. Odours matter prior to viewings, open the windows to air the property. Take pets outside during the viewing. Minimise buyer worries; there is no need to spend a fortune but do carry out minor repairs to walls, floors and features.

Viewings should be as flexible as possible, and keep us informed if there are specific times to avoid. Talk to us about booking an open day to maximise viewings and create interest and competition between potential buyers.

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364 UPLAND ROAD - SE22 0DP

Now Available To View By Appointment This bespoke architect designed, detached four bedroom house sits proudly on Upland Road in the popular location of East Dulwich. The property provides versatile living accommodation arranged over three floors, with each room offering unique design features enhanced by high quality finishes.

ÂŁ925,000 F/H

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Bishopsthorpe Road, Sydenham SE26 Beautifully decorated four bedroom family home situated on the highly desirable ‘Thorpe Estate’.

£975,000 F/H • • • •

Four bedrooms Semi-detached Renowned location Energy Efficiency Rating E

Contact Sydenham 020 8776 7070

Lordship Lane, East Dulwich SE22 Recently modernised and extended ground floor flat located on the popular Lordship Lane.

£490,000 L/H • • • •

Two double bedrooms Recently modernised and extended Landscaped private rear garden Energy Efficiency Rating C

Contact Dulwich 020 8516 3666

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Church Road, Upper Norwood SE19 Beautifully refurbished Victorian conversion flat situated in the heart of Crystal Palace.

£525,000 L/H • • • •

Two double bedrooms Hall floor Victorian conversion Close to Crystal Palace Triangle Energy Efficiency Rating E

Contact Crystal Palace 020 8768 0000

Old Kent Road, London SE1

£1,650 PCM

Luxury two bedroom apartment situated within a brand new development on one of London’s most famous roads, Old Kent Road. Convenient for local shops, bars and restaurants and in a prime location for access into the city.

Contact Peckham 020 7771 6777

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bedrooms. The styling throughout is perfectly chosen to make the most of the space. Bellenden Road supplies a wonderful village feel, with excellent cafes and restaurants. Peckham and Camberwell's ever-increasing amenities are easily reached and you can hop on a London Overground connection at nearby Peckham Rye or Denmark Hill stations.

Wooster & Stock, Camberwell 020 7708 6700; woosterstock.co.uk

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The INSIDE SCOOP of NEWS in your area East Village: just ten minutes from The City

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ast Village, formerly the London 2012 Athletes’ Village, sits on the doorstep of Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park and Westfield Stratford City, and includes just over 1,400 private rental homes. Get Living London is the rental owner and residential manager behind East Village

and prides itself on doing things differently.

Charging no fees or hidden costs and with flexible and long-term tenancies. Each of the one to four bedroom homes feature open-plan living, underfloor heating, and fitted wardrobes in every bedroom. Prices start from £355 per week for a 1-bedroom apartment, £410 per week for a 2-bed, £490 per week for a 3-bed, and £650 per week for a 4-bedroom townhouse.

020 3714 8083; getlivinglondon.com

The Residence, Blackfriars Road, SE15 £514,995 to £1.4 million

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t The Residence, six onebedroom homes have been set aside in which the bathrooms, kitchens, and bedrooms can be custom-fitted for disabled buyers. Studio, one, two and threebedroom apartments prices range from approximately £514,995 to £1.4 million.

0844 488 0874; lindenhomes.co.uk

Buoyant property market expected in Forest Hill in 2015

Furniture for buy-to-lets

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Director of Elysian Finance 020 8676 5090; elysianfinance.co.uk

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he New Year is predicted to herald the start of a prosperous period for the property market in Forest Hill. Many of the positive trends witnessed in the market in 2014 will continue. One key development has been the recent change to stamp duty rates, which is set to make properties more affordable for many buyers – including buy-to-let investors – and open up price points to sellers that would previously have been unrealistic. Where previously a property at £275,000 would have incurred a three per cent stamp duty rate of £8,250 – immediately reducing the return on investment in the first year – this will now be just £3,750.

o furnish or not to furnish? You are faced with the choice of what to offer and how far to go. Unless you plan to let out on a short term basis, then fully furnishing is not the best approach and you should temper your initial enthusiasm to make your investment look like a show home, you may well end up disappointed when your prospective tenant decides they don’t want the items you have spent your hard earned cash and time on installing. If your property is in a popular area and empty, keep it that way and see who comes through the door. If you rent to a couple with a baby or a single professional who wants a study, putting that second double bed in will have been an annoying mistake!

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nflation falling to 0.5% should benefit the mortgage market as the impending increase in interest rates is pushed further away. Mortgage approvals grew strongly in the first half of 2014 before falling back after the new mortgage regulations in the summer.

Economists anticipate a slower increase in mortgage growth in 2015. However, property prices are being buffeted by the political parties. The Chancellor reduced stamp duty for 98% of properties whilst Labour’s promise is to levy a mansion tax on properties over £2 million. This will all have an impact on the market in 2015. Meanwhile lenders are offering increasingly attractive interest rates to boost their market share.

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

Dulwich 020 8875 7999

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Balham 020 8675 6565

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wimbledon 020 3750 9111

Clapham Common 020 7924 8955

Tooting 020 8767 0522

www.jacksonsestateagents.com

Exquisite family home Recently renovated

Colyton Road, SE22 Presented in immaculate condition is this four bedroom semi-detached family home. Arranged over three floors the ground floor consists of a reception room, a cloakroom leading to a delightful kitchen/dining room with doors opening onto a south-facing garden with a fabulous summer house/home office. The first floor comprises of three double bedrooms (one with an en-suite shower room) and a lovely family bathroom, with the second floor offering a large master bedroom and shower room. ÂŁ1,300,000 Freehold

Dulwich 020 8875 7999

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Victorian apartment Flexible accommodation North Cross Road, SE22 A charming two bedroom Victorian ground floor garden flat, which offers versatile and flexible living space is located in the heart of East Dulwich. Accommodation comprises two double bedrooms, bathroom, open plan kitchen/ reception room, cellar and patio garden. Situated near East Dulwich station, it's main bus routes as well as an array of local independent shops which can be found on Lordship Lane. ÂŁ600,000 Share of Freehold

Dulwich 020 8875 7999

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Balham 020 8675 6565

East Dulwich 020 8875 7999

Wandsworth 020 8875 8899

Battersea 020 7924 2255

Earlsfield 020 8971 7070

Wandsworth Common 020 8672 9077

Clapham 020 8875 7995

Streatham 020 8677 9900

Wimbledon 020 3750 9111

Clapham Common 020 7924 8955

Tooting 020 8767 0522

www.jacksonsestateagents.com

Versatile accommodation

Charming period building

Thurlow Park Road, SE21 Set within this imposing yet charming period house, the property is presented in immaculate condition which offers bright and spacious accommodation throughout. Comprising of either two reception rooms or two bedrooms one reception room, kitchen and bathroom. The property is conveniently located near to Dulwich Village as well as being within close proximity to West Dulwich and Tulse Hill stations. ÂŁ425,000 Leasehold

Dulwich 020 8875 7999

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Whateley Road, SE22

£399,950

Rosendale Road, SE21

£340,000

An immaculately presented two double bedroom ground floor Victorian conversion flat with direct access to a private garden. This property is newly refurbished and benefits two double bedrooms, large reception room, kitchen, bathroom and private garden.

A very well proportioned one double bedroom period conversion offered to the market with no onward chain. This property is very spacious and would be ideal for young professionals, investors or first time buyers.

Dulwich | 020 8299 1722 | dulwich@bushells.com

Dulwich | 020 8299 1722 | dulwich@bushells.com

Whateley Road, SE22

£399,950

Landcroft Road, SE22

£399,950

A newly refurbished two double bedroom top floor Victorian conversion flat situated in a great location close to all local amities and transport links in East Dulwich. Offered to the market with no onward chain.

A stunning one bedroom Victorian ground floor conversion flat offered to the market within close proximity to both Heber and Goodrich School. The property has great character and benefits one double bedroom, reception, private garden with the opportunity to extend (STPP) newly improved & decorated throughout with a new long lease.

Dulwich | 020 8299 1722 | dulwich@bushells.com

Dulwich | 020 8299 1722 | dulwich@bushells.com

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

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Colyton Road, SE22

£1,300,000

A stunning four double bedroom newly refurbished 1930's house with beautiful views overlooking Peckham Rye Park. This house is immaculate and has been refurbished to a high standard offering fantastic living space throughout. Over three floors this house benefits from four bright double bedrooms, three bathrooms, downstairs wc, cosy lounge with gas fire, large open plan kitchen entertaining room with floor to ceiling doors onto a large sunny garden with an outside studio and ample storage.

Dulwich | 020 8299 1722 | dulwich@bushells.com PART OF THE EDMUND CUDE GROUP

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

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IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Craig Kelly Branch Manager at Pedder, West Norwood

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rom a young age the only focus and ambition I had was to be a professional rugby player. Throughout my years of playing rugby, I was privileged to represent my school 1st XV, county, provincial side, club and under 18’s Ireland schoolboys. This was a huge accomplishment for me. However, after suffering a significant injury I was prohibited to play at such a high level any further in my career. As you can imagine I was not best pleased; I was half way through my Sport Science degree and, without my rugby, I wasn’t sure which road to take next.

The next week I was contacted by Sky Sports. The head coach of the programme ‘School of Hard Knocks’ wanted me to help with a programme designed to assist with the unemployed by transferring discipline and drive from rugby into a working environment and developing a career. I was asked to assist with the coaching as most of the participants had never played the sport before. While working on the programme, I encountered people who followed a structure of starting a project and seeing a result at the end. I continued to work closely with Sky Sports and went on to coach children at a young age, introducing rugby into schools, and again seeing a project start and finish with a successful result.

My father is an architect so I was always on and off sites assisting with surveys during my youth. I also experienced properties grow from off the paper into the real thing. My father-inlaw is also a developer, and has been for over 30 years, specialising in South East London.

Taking into account the concept of starting a

project and ending with a successful result, which I experienced from rugby coaching and also my father and father-in-law, I wanted to work within the property industry where you can achieve a similar satisfaction. Estate agency grabbed my attention as they use the same concept; bringing a property to market, achieving the best price and successfully finishing to exchange.

Since Pedder opened one of our flagship offices in West Norwood in January 2014, after covering the area through our Herne Hill and Dulwich Village offices for many years, we have experienced record prices and seen the area grow as a whole. Pedder also play a big part in the community through our ‘community promise’, sponsoring local school events such as Hitherfield Primary School’s summer and Christmas fairs and the West Norwood Feast, which is a volunteer powered street market that takes place on the first Sunday of each month in West Norwood. The aim is to make West Norwood a better place to live and encourage the development of the town centre by promoting entrepreneurship, community engagement and offering opportunities for locals to connect. The launch of the West Norwood health and leisure centre and the regeneration of the high street have really impacted the desirability and level of activity within West Norwood, along with the confirmation of the New Picture House and rising prices in surrounding areas, I predict future home owners to increasingly focus on West Norwood as a fantastic place to lay down roots.

020 8670 9008; pedderproperty.com

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AUCKLAND ROAD SE19

£1,999,500

CANONBIE ROAD SE23

Owner’s Agent

A very attractive Victorian family house in the Gothic Style, locally listed and in a conservation area. The property has a GIA of 4184 sq ft (388.69 sq m) and is well located for the amenities of Crystal Palace and Dulwich. The property offers 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 shower rooms, study room, dining room, reception room, kitchen, loft, basement, garage, off street parking and garden 88’9” x 67’ (27.05m x 20.42m). EPC Rating (E).

£1,950,000

Sole Agents

A superb detached family home in Forest Hill located on a residential street and has a GIA of 2483 sq ft (230.7 sq m). The accommodation consists of 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 ens), en suite shower room, 2 separate W.Cs, kitchen, reception/diner, library, office, snooker room, cinema room, utility room, garage, swimming pool, summer room, sauna, outside storage, off street parking and garden 61’2” x 49’10” (18.65m x 15.19m). EPC Rating (E).

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GAINSBOROUGH COURT SE21

£895,000

Sole Agents

A third floor apartment in this desirable purpose built block situated near the Toll Gate on College Road with delightful views, lift and garage. The property has a GIA of 1310 sq ft (121.7 sq m) and offers spacious living with charming surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms, shower room, separate W.C, reception room, kitchen, lift, garage en bloc and basement storage unit. The property has a share of freehold with a long lease of 999 years from 2003. EPC Rating (E).

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REDBERRY GROVE SE26

£1,595,000

Joint Sole Agents

Detached contemporary family house in this private cul-de-sac just off Sydenham Park Road and ideally located for all the amenities of Forest Hill and Sydenham. The property has a GIA of 2010 sq ft (186.6 sq m) and there are 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), reception room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, terrace, off street parking and garden 42’10” x 48’3” (13.05m x 14.70m). EPC Rating (B).

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ROSENDALE ROAD SE21

£1,595,000

Joint Sole Agents

ILDERSLY GROVE SE21

£1,500,000

Sole Agents

THURLOW PARK ROAD SE21

£325,000

Sole Agents

One of a pair of newly renovated double fronted family houses in Rosendale Road and has a GIA of 2142 sq ft (199 sq m). There are 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 3 reception rooms, spacious kitchen/ dining room, utility room, basement, off street parking and garden that extends to 39’2” (11.94m). EPC Rating (D).

A detached period house with a GIA of 2863 sq ft (265.97 sq m) and offers 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), double reception rooms, kitchen, cloakroom/WC, roof terrace, and rear garden 48’9” x 30’ (14.86m x 9.14m). There is also an apartment on the lower ground floor which consist of: 1 bedroom, reception, kitchen, bathroom and enclosed courtyard.

EPC Rating (F).

A one bedroom flat on the second floor of this small modern block and in a very good order and benefits from a long lease with approx. 115 years. The property offers 1 bedroom, bathroom, open reception room/kitchen and allocated parking space. The property has a GIA of 463 sq ft (43 sq m). EPC Rating (D).

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ROSENDALE ROAD, SE21 | £450,000 SOF

CHESTNUT ROAD, SE27 | £1,675,000 F/H

An exceptionally large two bedroom ground floor Victorian garden

A stunning double fronted Victorian house decorated and presented

flat set within a large imposing house equidistant to both West

to a very high standard and is within walking distance to excellent

Dulwich and West Norwood stations.

transport links and many sought after schools.

LANDCROFT ROAD, SE22 | £895,000 F/H

TRITTON ROAD, SE21 | £395,000 SOF

New to the market is this lovely three bedroom Victorian house in

A beautiful one bed conversion flat, with Victorian features and solid

the heart of East Dulwich. Beautifully decorated throughout, it has

oak floors throughout. A generous double bedroom, modern kitchen

retained many of the original features.

and private garden.

More Properties Urgently Needed Dulwich Office8 Woodwarde RoadDulwichLondon SE22 8UJT: 020 3397 1144E: info@pickwickestates.com

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HONOR OAK PARK OFFICE

HONOR OAK PARK, SE23 | £360,000 SOF

FRIERN ROAD, SE22 | £1,195,000 F/H

Beautifully presented 2 bedroom ground floor conversion flat with a

A stunning 4 bedroom Victorian home which has been

well maintained garden and within very close proximity to Honor

sympathetically restored and has retained many of its lovely Victorian

Oak Train station. Share of freehold.

features as well as adding some great modern touches.

HONOR OAK PARK, SE23 | £1,550 PCM

RIDGEWELL CLOSE, SE26 | £1,250 PCM

In superb condition is this bright and spacious 3 double bedroom,

Lovely 2 bedroom 1st floor flat located in this attractive residential

split level maisonette conveniently located on Honor Oak Park within

Close within close proximity to Lower Sydenham station with

150m of Honor Oak Park station.

connections to London Bridge and Charing Cross.

More Properties Urgently Needed Honor Oak Park Office47 Honor Oak ParkHonor OakLondon SE23 1EAT: 020 3397 1166 E: info@pickwickestates.com

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St Aidans Road, Dulwich, SE22 ÂŁ775,000 Freehold

92.25 sq. metres (993 sq. ft). Stunning three bedroom Victorian house boasting many period features throughout. This wellpresented mid terraced offers good sized interconnecting lounge and dining room with stripped wooden floors, contemporarykitchen with useful breakfast bar and door leading onto the private patio garden with mature boarders and decked area.Upstairs there are three double bedrooms with striped wooden floor boards and family bathroom. Set within easy reach ofPeckham Rye Park and Common, local shops on Forest Hill Road or a wider selection of shops, cafe, bars and restaurants to Lordship Lane, East Dulwich and Peckham Rye. Good transport links and local primary schools within easywalking distance.

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The Gardens, Dulwich, SE22 ÂŁ1,600 per month

Spacious, recently renovated first floor two bed flat. The property has an enormous lounge to the front with large windows providing plenty of light. The two double bedrooms are of equal size and have fitted wardrobes in each. The property comprises, two double bedrooms, lounge, bathroom, kitchen and roof terrace. This flat is located in probably the prettiest square in Dulwich and is sure to be taken on first viewing. East Dulwich station is a 12 minute walk providing links to London Bridge (12 minute journey), Peckham Rye is a 15 minute walk providing links to London Bridge, Blackfriars and Victoria (12 minute journey). Unfurnished.

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Sycamore Court, Borough SE1

One Tower Bridge, Southbank SE1

Guide price: £495 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

Guide price: £775 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

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One Tower Bridge, Southbank SE1

Empire Square West, Borough SE1

Guide price: £950 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

Guide price: £1,000 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

020 3589 2841 towerbridge@knightfrank.com

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One Tower Bridge, Southbank SE1

One Tower Bridge, Southbank SE1

An outstanding brand new apartment boasting the finest in luxury living with remote controlled heating, air cooling, mood lighting and home entertainment system.

Approximately 53 sq m (568 sq ft).

EPC rating B.

A superb brand new apartment to rent in the exclusive One Tower Bridge development, with access to residents’ spa, sauna, steam room, swimming pool, gym, virtual golf and 24 hour concierge. Approximately 53.3 sq m (574 sq ft).

EPC rating B.

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £650 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

Guide price: £695 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

Pontifex Wharf, Bankside SE1

NEO Bankside, Bankside SE1

A fabulous brand new loft style apartment on a beautiful cobbled street nestled behind the world famous Borough Market. Approximately 99.84 sq m (1,075 sq ft). EPC rating B.

A stunning 15th floor 3 bedroom apartment with panoramic views of London's iconic skyline overlooking the Thames.

Approximately 197.42 sq m (2,125 sq ft). EPC rating C.

Available furnished

Available furnished

Guide price: £1,250 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

Guide price: £1,950 per week KnightFrank.co.uk/tower-bridge

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London's MOST POPULAR

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his one bedroom apartment is not unique in London even if (for anyone outside the capital), its asking price of £850,000 might be. Selling agent Gareth Kelly of Marsh & Parsons is consequently puzzled that it’s been viewed 5,000 times on Zoopla since he was instructed to sell it two months ago.

Gareth, who is sales manager at his company’s Notting Hill office, has shown 40 people around the property and says its location, large floor-to-ground windows and high quality interior finish make it popular.

Also, he says one unusual feature is that it’s a raised-floor apartment, which helps give it the feel of a first floor flat when it isn’t one. “The road is also a cul-de-sac, so it’s quieter than the surrounding streets,” he says. “And this is a really massive flat for a one bed in this area.” But when Gareth says ‘location’ is a factor, what he really means is ‘Notting Hill’. It’s one of those iconic London areas that has effortlessly become uber fashionable over the past three decades, a rise that’s been helped of course by Richard Curtis’s eponymous 1999

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film starring Hugh Grant. And St Stephen’s Gardens has a film connection of its own.

A property a few doors down from No.10 was a film location for Michael Caine’s 1966 film Alfie. Also, talking of celebrities, until a few years ago Stella McCartney owned a house in an adjacent street and Ruby Wax lives nearby too. People like this are drawn to this neighbourhood of Notting Hill because it’s the best of many worlds – near Portobello Road but far away enough not to be too mobbed during the annual carnival but not far from Bayswater and also walking distance of three tube stations on two different lines.

St Stephen’s Gardens is also well placed for Notting Hill’s best eateries and places to hang out including Tom Conran’s champagne and oyster bars, The Cow and The Westbourne, both of which are just around the corner. On Chepstow Road there’s The Napoleon Bonaparte – famous for being pop band Blur’s favoured pub during the 1990s.

Another reason for the property’s popularity on Zoopla is its price. Those outside London might baulk at £850,000 for a one bedroom apartment but in Notting Hill it represents reasonable value and onebedders closer to Bayswater and Notting Hill Gate can fetch up to £1.2 million.

“The market around here, like the rest of

prime central London, cooled off rapidly this summer but recently it’s picked up again and we’ve been really busy – so I’m confident that we will find a buyer for this apartment fairly soon,” he says.

For more information about the property call Gareth on: 020 7313 2592.

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COMING SUMMER 2015 A STUNNING COLLECTION OF 3 AND 4 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSES, AND 1, 2 AND 3 BEDROOM APARTMENTS IN THE HEART OF KENNINGTON. JUST A STONE’S THROW FROM CENTRAL LONDON.

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Lyham Road, SW2

£440,000

Fabulous two bedroom ground floor maisonette. Private front door opening into a charming living room with beautiful engineered wood flooring. Spacious eat in kitchen, with access to a low maintenance, peaceful patio garden (shared). The flat has a lovely open feel and large double glazed windows add light. Two double bedrooms both retaining some period features; the master bedroom is a good size, the second bedroom has large storage cupboard and views over the garden. Share of freehold.

Service charge- “as and when”. Ground rentnot collected. No chain!

Worbeck Road, SE20

£380,000

Spacious share of freehold ground floor maisonette. Great sized living room with open fire and direct access to private garden.

Three double bedrooms with storage. Newly fitted kitchen. New bathroom. Storage. Lovely garden with side access. Car parking and garage. Superb transport links.

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Kent House Road, SE26

£275,000

Lovely one bed conversion. Located minutes from Sydenham high street. Spacious living room. Galley style kitchen. Good size bedroom. Bathroom. Loft space. Easy access to the amenities of Sydenham. 140 year lease. No ground rent. Service charge approx. £600Pa.

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DACRES ROAD SE23 £1,600,000

This fabulous double fronted Victorian home is on one of Forest Hill’s premier roads. Set within a much-loved residential area, the house has off street parking, a 160 foot garden, huge living area, separate

reception rooms and four double bedrooms. Rural idyll? No, just a 10 minutes’ walk from Forest Hill station and fast trains to London Bridge, Victoria, Charing Cross (after 8pm) and the London Overground line.

NUNHEAD 17 Nunhead Green, SE15 3QQ nun@woosterstock.co.uk 020 7708 6700

SYDENHAM 110 Kirkdale, SE26 4BG syd@woosterstock.co.uk 020 8613 0060

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MERREDENE STREET SW2 £750,000

Every inch of this beautiful period two bedder has been lovingly perfected by its current owners. Inside you’ll find a large double reception, kitchen, two double bedrooms, a generous bathroom and a

versatile loft room which promises any amount of uses. The rear garden is compact but big enough for the guests to spill out onto AND there’s a handy outside wc for when they do! Great location too.

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BELLENDEN ROAD SE15 ÂŁ850,000

This splendid and perfectly placed three bedroom period gem has been treated to a well-executed contemporary make-over. The lower ground floor hosts a fab open living area which spans the full depth of the

house. Further accommodation includes three bedrooms, bathroom, wc and study. A neat patio garden is perfect for summer gatherings.

Bellenden Road is probably the hottest street in SE15 right now.

NUNHEAD 17 Nunhead Green, SE15 3QQ nun@woosterstock.co.uk 020 7708 6700

SYDENHAM 110 Kirkdale, SE26 4BG syd@woosterstock.co.uk 020 8613 0060

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LYNDHURST GROVE SE15 ÂŁ1,175,000

This fine Victorian three bedroom specimen, built circa 1860, offers wonderful leafy views over Warwick Gardens and a contemporary glass extension to enjoy it from. The house is spread over four floors and

includes a large lower ground floor kitchen/dining/living area, a double reception, sun room, three bedrooms, wc and bathroom. The leafy rear garden has a patio area and is a great place to relax in summer.

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t Pedder, South East London is our community and home.

We therefore do what we can to put something back; we have made a commitment to our Pedder Community Promise. We have been building relationships with schools, sports teams, art galleries, hospices and groups throughout our community and coming up with ways to support them. One of our most popular forms of sponsorship is our sponsorship boards.

In the past year we had over 1790 boards up in our local areas representing schools,

amateur dramatic societies and charity fun days. This is more than any other agent in our local area. The boards are great for advertising and raising awareness for an event in the local area and as we also make a donation to the school or group, they also benefit from extra funds to help their cause. In 2014 alone we have spent close to £60,000 on board sponsorship in

our area! We also offer different means of sponsorship to suit different events and groups such as doing flyers and posters for St Christopher’s Hospice in Sydenham and The Feast, which is a monthly community market in West Norwood. We also support local newsletters and journals throughout our local area. Helping communities and groups with marketing can help raise the awareness of their events which will bring more people to them and help raise even more funds. At Pedder we have committed to a life long partnership with Cancer Research UK, we hold various different events throughout the year. Once a month all of our offices partake in our ‘Dress Down Friday’ where all of the money raised goes to Cancer Research UK. We also held some larger events such as our Pedder Golf Day and our Pub Quiz.

Every year we aim to raise more money than the last. Our next big event will be our 10k run in Crystal Palace Park In May. The past year has raised the most money and awareness for local groups and charities than any previous year; we hope that 2015 will be even more successful. We’re proud to be an agency that is about so much more than just selling houses.

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Crystal Palace Park Road, Sydenham, SE26 ÂŁ599,995 A four bedroom penthouse apartment overlooking Crystal Palace Park. Occupying the entire top floor of this handsome detached Victorian build, the characterful accommodation totals 1092 sq ft and is uniquely arranged to provide multiple storage spaces and well proportioned bedrooms which are flooded with natural light. EPC F

Please contact our Crystal Palace Office on 020 8670 7160

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Dovercourt Road, SE22 ÂŁ1,499,950 An attractive Edwardian house for sale in this prime location just a short distance from Dulwich Village. The property offers spacious and well presented accommodation arranged over two floors comprising 5 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, fitted kitchen open-plan to a breakfast room, family bathroom and downstairs cloakroom. EPC D

Please contact our Dulwich Village Office on 020 8299 0922

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Lordship Lane, East Dulwich, SE22 ÂŁ1,200,000 An exciting opportunity to purchase a 2641 sq ft 7 bedroom Edwardian family house with cellar and large south facing garden. This property is an ideal development opportunity with additional convertible loft space, STPP. Viewings of this stunning home is strongly recommended. EPC D

Please contact our East Dulwich Office on 020 8299 3721

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Kilmorie Road, Forest Hill, SE23 ÂŁ765,000 Four bedroom Victorian semi detached house. The property comprises a large through lounge with feature fires and bay windows, modern fitted kitchen with range oven, third reception room and a spacious family bathroom. Located within close proximity to Forest Hill station and the sought after Kilmorie primary school. EPC D

Please contact our Forest Hill Office on 020 8314 4070

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Frankfurt Road, SE24 ÂŁ999,999 A lovingly refurbished 3 bedroom terraced house with South West facing garden on Frankfurt Road, one of Herne Hill's most sought after roads, at the heart of the North Dulwich Triangle. EPC E

Please contact our Herne Hill Office on 020 7738 5926

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Longton Avenue, SE26 6RE OIEO ÂŁ750,000 An impressive four/five bedroom semi detached house for sale on an exclusive road in Sydenham. The accommodation includes two/ three lovely receptions, the kitchen is bespoke and beautifully crafted with a door leading onto the west facing garden. Upstairs are four bedrooms, all overlooking Wells Park. EPC E

Please contact our Sydenham Office on 020 8659 0220

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Broxholm Road, West Norwood, SE27 ÂŁ699,950 Freehold An elegant Edwardian four bedroom house for sale in West Norwood. This substantial family house provides generous proportions with wide rooms, high ceilings and beautiful features in a prime location. EPC D

Please contact our West Norwood Office on 020 8670 9008

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East Dulwich Grove, SE22 £1,900 pcm fees apply

Avenue Park Road, SE27 £1,600 pcm fees apply

A brand new two bed two bath (one en-suite) apartment moments to Lordship Lane and with a private garden plus cellar for extra storage. EPC D

A stunning two double bedroom period conversion apartment positioned nearby to Tulse Hill station and benefitting from direct access to a private rear garden.

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Please contact our East Dulwich Office: 020 8299 3721

Please contact our West Norwood Office: 020 8670 9008

Court Lane, SE21 £3,500 pcm fees apply

Stratos Height, Upper Norward, SE19 £1,425 pcm fees apply

An outstanding semi-detached Edwardian family house situated in this much favoured position on Court Lane just yards from Dulwich Village. The accommodation comprises 4 bedrooms. EPC E

2 double bedroom within the Crystal Palace Triangle. The property benefits from an en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom, open-plan kitchen with granite surfaces and Juliette balcony to the spacious living area. EPC C

Please contact our Dulwich Village Office: 020 8299 9190

Please contact our Crystal Palace Office: 020 8670 7160

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The Linear Apartment, SE21 Prices starting from ÂŁ360,000 The Linear Apartments is a contemporary four storey development providing three 1 bedroom, two 2 bedroom and two 3 bedroom apartments. Each of the apartments provides modern open-plan style kitchen-living space with direct access to either gardens or balconies, well- proportioned double bedrooms and contemporary family bathrooms.

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Pakefield Mews, SW2 Prices starting from ÂŁ1,150,000 An exclusive private development of six architect designed 5 bedroom family homes. Each house benefits from large openplan kitchen / living / dining areas across the entire ground floor with bi-folding doors leading out into private gardens. The development is located in Streatham Hill just minutes walk from Streatham Hill train station.

Please contact our New Homes Office on 020 7738 6839

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Vision Mews, East Dulwich, SE22 Prices starting from ÂŁ950,000 Vision Mews is an exclusive private gated scheme comprising of four bespoke family homes gardens located in the heart of Dulwich. The development is set within a quiet gated courtyard and provides four bedroom mews-style houses completed to an exceptional specification, with landscaped gardens and private parking.

Please contact our New Homes Office on 020 7738 6839

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Unlike some of our competitors, we have spent many years selling and letting in property, solely in South East London. Our superior local knowledge means that we can offer (we believe) the best possible advice to vendors and landlords.

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