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Back to basics cooking at Leiths

DISH OF THE DALES NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK

James Martin’s return to Malton

The brains behind Bush Hall on their latest venture

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CONTENTS

07 EDITOR’S LETTER

CULTURE

This month’s diary The latest in local art and culture

21 A CLASS ACT

KIDS & EDUCATION

25 LITTLE RASCALS Spooky special

Are A-Levels a thing of the past?

Absolutely style report

NEW ROMANTICS

Fashion turns to the dark side

Mole mapping at Medispa

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TV’s Michael Holmes’ top tips for adding value to your home

FOOD & TRAVEL

63 BITE SIZED

Essential foodie news

Leiths’ culinary tricks of the trade

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65 FOOD REVIEW

All hail proper dinner at The Bush Hall Dining Rooms

67 READY STEADY COOK

All new recipes from legendary cooking school Leiths

PROPERTY

96 IN THEIR OWN WORDS

Matthew Gilbert and Adrian Johnson, Hamptons International

126 LIVING THE DREAM

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The latest news, trends and local gems

On her return to the stage

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Inside this issue:

October ‘13

DISH OF THE DALES NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK

James Martin’s return to Malton

The brains behind Bush Hall on their latest venture

Escape to the country Autumn fashion outdoors S T Y L I S H . I N T E L L I G E N T. E L E G A N T. A B S O L U T E LY

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October 2013

hen people talk about Chiswick, one of the first things they tend to bring up is its abundant community spirit. When we launched the first issue of Absolutely Chiswick one year ago, the neighbourhood took notice. Within days people were talking about the new launch and feedback was (predominantly) glowing. What’s more, people were picking it up… and responding! There are now many new additions to the Absolutely family (it’s amazing what can happen in a year) but there’s an enduring fondness for the Chiswick/West titles. Trust me, I’m not giving myself a pat on the back with this statement. Throughout the year I’ve had the pleasure of discovering the people who really make up this community; the diversity of which continuously takes me by surprise – from artists to entrepreneurs, to writers, actors, cake shop owners, chefs and independent book shop proprietors. And, of course you, the faithful reader. Thank you for your ongoing support. Speaking of businesses, this month we’re championing a few new ones; namely Drink Me Eat Me in Hammersmith and the recently launched Bush Hall Dining Rooms – though owners Emma and Charlie Raworth are no strangers to the cutthroat world of business. Michael Wale talks to the couple about their incredible professional successes and future plans for Uxbridge Road domination – plus we review the Dining Rooms on page 63. Over in Hammersmith, Drink Me Eat Me is the intriguing new concept eatery founded by photogenic couple Dar and Alexis. Hailing from the States, Dar adds a splash of LA mentality to the mix (think sushi and FroYo) resulting in a unique tea room-cum-vintage shop and gallery space – with a spattering of subversive ceramic art by Carrie Reichardt on the walls for good measure. To wrap things up for this very special month, our lead interview is with the one and only Sheila Hancock. A Chiswick resident for four decades, Sheila will be adopting the Essex twang (and gaudy gear) for her turn in new West End show, Barking in Essex. Sheila has a wicked sense of humour (look up her Room 101 rant about Chiswick post office on YouTube hilarious), and I can’t wait to see her don her leopard-print and get well and truly stuck in, Essex style. Until next month

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PEPPER & MAYNE

Inspired by the elegance of ballerinas and professional dancers, the debut collection of ‘rehearsal wear’ rom Pepper & Mayne is really something, and the good news is that it’s available on our doorstep at London Pilates Studio in Chiswick. 27a Fishers Lane, W4; londonpilatesstudio.com pepperandmayne.com

BARBARA CHANDLER

Chiswick-based photographer Barbara Chandler has captured London in all its gritty, eccentric beauty – from high rise flats to Pearly Kings and British bulldogs – for a series of home accessories for John Lewis. Show some patriotic pride without a tacky Union Jack in sight. johnlewis.com

SIR PETER BLAKE

Sir Peter Blake, the godfather of pop art, has lived in Chiswick for decades and is heavily involved with the local community; even producing a limited edition print for Chiswick House to mark their Camellia Festival this year. If your wallet won’t quite stretch to the cost of owning an original artwork, pick up a copy of this comprehensive book instead. Peter Blake by Natalie Rudd, £16.99; shop.tate.org.uk

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OLIVER BONAS

Every time we think we’re over our Oliver Bonas obsession, they go and stock up on a whole new bunch of gorgeous, superfluous stuff. And it’s not just the pretty dresses and retro jewellery we’re lusting after; Oliver B are proving themselves to be an interiors brand to be reckoned with, and these beautiful reclaimed-style frames are such a bargain that we’ll take the whole lot, thank you very much. From £16; oliverbonas.com

THE OLD CINEMA

COLIN FIRTH TEA TOWEL

Colin Firth’s career has come a long way since his soggy-shirted turn as the brooding Mr Darcy. Since the enduringly popular BBC adaptation nearly 20 years ago, he’s played everything from an MI6 agent to King George VI. But can we move on from his most famous role? Of course not! Keep daydreaming about Chiswick’s favourite dish with Maiden’s tongue-incheek (and rather saucy) tea towel. Costume Drama Tea Towel, £11; maidenshop.com

We couldn’t do a roundup of all things Chiswick without mentioning our very own Aladdin’s Cave, The Old Cinema, a place which attracts more celebs than Nobu restaurant. It’s a snooper’s paradise and perfect for a spot of interior inspiration or to buy that eclectic gift for someone who’s got it all. Who doesn’t love a cobra-themed lamp from the 1960s after all? 1960s Italian Cobra Lamp, £600; theoldcinema.co.uk

QUANTUS

CATH KIDSTON

Beneath the nostalgic, floral prints and 50s style accessories of the Cath Kidston brand lies a steely businesswoman who’s come a long way since setting up shop in west London 20 years ago. Miss Kidston has seemingly been influenced by mushrooms (on an aesthetic level, of course) for the AW homewares collection. We love. cathkidston.co.uk

IZZY’S ATTIC

Not content with being a pop star’s wife, Izzy Judd (AKA Harry from McFly’s other half) has channeled her love of antique shops and one-off gifts into her new business venture, Izzy’s Attic. The online shop is fi lled with all things pretty, vintage and eclectic – and everything is handpicked with love and run by Izzy from the couple’s Chiswick home. Vintage Post From Oslo Cushions, £36.50; izzysattic.co.uk

There are many reasons why we’re smitten with Quantus restaurant; for one, it’s situated on the charming Devonshire Road. For another thing, the food is divine and won’t break the bank but, most importantly, Leo is possibly west London’s friendliest proprietor. One more reason to add to the list is that they’ve just launched a lunch service from Wednesdays to Saturdays, offering 2 courses for £15.50 and 3 for £19.50. quantus-london.com

BETTY BLYTHE

Betty Blythe tea rooms are a slice of vintage Hollywood glamour in leafy Brook Green. Never one to sit on her laurels – in between all the afternoon teas, children’s dress-up parties and retro-homage classes she runs – owner Lulu Gwynne has added the most beautiful of iced biscuits to her repertoire and to the menu. Lovely stuff. From £2.95; bettyblythe.co.uk

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ELLIE GOULDING

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HAMMERSMITH APOLLO

One of only two tour dates in London, British pop’s favourite ingénue is bringing her unique sound to the legendary Hammersmith Apollo for one night only. Having performed her stunning cover of Your Song at the Royal Wedding reception the pop/folk/electro songstress has continued to go from strength to strength. Expect tunes from her latest hit album Halcyon Days as well as the excellent Lights that catapulted her to fame in 2010. hammersmithapollo.com

What’s On

October Georgie Jakob picks the hottest tickets in town AL MURRAY

8 OCTOBER SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE

Al Murray once again dons the persona of the Pub Landlord that made the comedian a household name. Xenophobic, irreverent and completely recognisable to anyone who has spent time in a British pub, the loudmouthed bartender will undoubtedly express his historic disdain for Germany and France as well as his love of seventies band Queen, all to great comic effect. o2shepherdsbushempire.co.uk

OM YOGA SHOW

25 – 27 OCTOBER OLYMPIA NATIONAL

With open sessions available to yoga and pilates enthusiasts of any standard, or even those interested in discovering them, there are workshops that offer longer classes fusing yoga with disciplines like dance and free children’s yoga. In addition to these, there are over 200 exhibition stands covering all aspects of yoga, pilates, Ayurveda and naturally healthy products. omyogashop.com

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HOT OFF THE PRESS

4 – 29 SEPTEMBER TABARD THEATRE

The daughter of the iconic Judy Garland, who in turn became an icon herself, winning an Oscar for her astonishing performance as the hapless Sally Bowles in Cabaret and living under the scrutiny of the public eye for her entire life, Liza Minnelli is now the subject of a new play by Richard Harris. The play, premiering at the Tabard Theatre, will follow the tremendous highs and devastating lows that have defined both Minnelli’s private and professional life. tabardtheatre.co.uk

This month’s page-turners THE RACKETEER

by John Grisham

As a lawyer in prison for a crime he didn’t commit, Malcom Bannister isn’t exactly loving life. Having been locked up for five years, he’s beginning to think there’s no hope of his innocence ever being proven. However, all this changes when Judge Raymond Fawcett and his secretary are found murdered. Bannister knows who did it, and why. John Grisham never fails to deliver and this suspenseful installation is no exception £19.99; Hodder & Stoughton

THE GOLDFINCH

by Donna Tartt

WELCOME ITALIA

18 – 20 OCTOBER

ROYAL HORTICULTURAL HALL

Seize the opportunity to taste the finest food and wine Italy has to offer without ever leaving London. For three days only Italy’s best food and beverage producers will converge to offer up regional specialities from all over the country as well as offering cooking classes and wine tasting. We recommend skipping breakfast as delicious food and drink will be available to buy all day. Perfetto! 80 Vincent Square, SW1P; welcome-italia.co.uk

BARBARA CHANDLER: THE JOY OF DESIGN

18 – 22 SEPTEMBER DESIGNJUNCTION

Noted photographer, journalist and Chiswick local Barbara Chandler will be exhibiting over 60 photographs of famous designers during London Design Week. Among the famous faces pictured are Sir Terence Conran, Sir Paul Smith and maverick French designer Philippe Starck. Each portrait shows the subject engaged in work providing a unique insight into the process and passion of a designer. The Sorting Office, 21-31 New Oxford Street, WC1A; thedesignjunction.co.uk

Fans of The Secret History and The Little Friend have been waiting with bated breath for Donna Tartt’s latest novel. It tells the story of a thirteen-year-old boy named Theo Decker who loses his mother in a fi re and is set adrift in New York City. Taken in by the family of a wealthy friend, his life is consumed by his longing for his mother and his obsession with the one link he has left to her: a small painting which eventually draws him into a life of crime. £20; Little, Brown

ONE BY ONE

ByChris Carter

Detective Robert Hunter is faced with a killer unlike any he has encountered before. Rather than seeking to conceal his crimes, the murderer broadcasts them live on the internet whilst the police watch powerless to prevent them. Soon the videos have become a fully fledged reality show where people are able to vote on who lives and who dies. As the body count rises and the pressure mounts, Detective Hunter must find the person responsible before its too late. £12.99; Simon & Schuster 13

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TOP GEAR

The Aston Martin Owners Club recently hosted a weekend of celebrations at the Bingham Hotel to raise funds for ex-servicemen charity The Poppy Factory, and to mark 100 years of the luxury motor brand. Following the fundraising auction and dinner at the Bingham, celebrations continued at Ham Polo Club with a showcasing of new and classic Aston Martins plus the inaugural David Brown Trophy polo match – raising over £10,000 in the process.

Culture Clash IT’S ONLY ROCK ‘N’ ROLL

Oxjam Chiswick is back on 19 October. 1 Day, 10 venues and 100 bands… it’s Chiswick’s equivalent to the Camden Crawl. Th is year’s line up promises to be the best yet with a storming headlining performance from the world’s leading Rolling Stones tribute act, The Counterfeit Stones, at The Hogarth Health Club. 19 October, for all information see oxjamchiswick.co.uk

BOOK WORMS

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TV historian Dr Lucy Worsley led a stellar line up for the 5th annual Chiswick Book Festival; kicking off celebrations in style with a special pre-festival talk at Chiswick House & Gardens. Other highlights from the four-day event included Philip Kerr, Jane Thynne and James Bowen with his faithful ‘street cat’ companion, Bob. 12 - 15 September; chiswickbookfestival.net

HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?

Restoration of the gardens at Strawberry Hill House, Horace Walpole’s grandiose Gothic masterpiece, has finally been completed. The new landscaping, which was funded by the Strawberry Hill Trust, remains true to Walpole’s unique vision and includes an open grove of lime trees and acacias, plus a faithful recreation of the famous shell bench. strawberryhillhouse.org.uk

BLUE PLAQUE OF THE MONTH - SRI AUROBINDO, 49 ST STEPHEN’S AVENUE, W12 Philosopher, writer and yogi Sri Aurobindo was born in Calcutta, and moved to England aged 7 for a British education. After returning to India, Aurobindo became involved in politics and took an active role in the movement against British government in India. However, in 1910 he moved to Pondicherry to devote himself to spiritual teaching; founding the Integral Yoga practice and later the Sri Aurobindo Ashram with spiritual collaborator Mirra Alfassa, AKA ‘The Mother’. 15

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Harmony Perfect

The restive Raworths bringing quality to the Bush, reports Michael Wale

ne by one, Charlie Raworth and his business partner and wife Emma have progressed up the Uxbridge Road, at a business and personal cost of over £2m. First there was the Music House for Children, where those who had a child in West or South West London hired a teacher to come to their house for one-to-one lessons. Emma Hutchinson (her professional name) was a music teacher, and still is for that matter. So that was her idea. Then husband Charlie looked at the next door ageing snooker hall and, reflecting his past life in television and making pop music videos, saw a music venue of the future. This became their second business venture with the launch of the Bush Hall. Lastly, a few months ago, came the joining of both of their ideas: Bush Hall Dining Rooms, which became the third of their businesses. The Dining Rooms is just what it says, with its kitchens becoming a built-in link to their other earlier businesses,

supplying all the catering needed. Meeting the Raworths together their answers to questions merge. Mostly they agree as when they reveal their first move all those years back was to buy the freeholds of all the properties they now own. Charlie takes up the conversation: ‘Emma and myself have collectively taken on the entrepreneurial aspect of things. It was easier in 2003 than in 2011-2012. It’s never easy to get money out of a bank, but there was much more speculation going on when we started out. Since the dark days of 2008 came on us it’s nearly impossible to find lending schemes. So you have to suffer the costs of changing banks and financiers. We changed in 2003 and again in 2012. What you have to get across is the perceived venture. If you talk about music, entertainment and then a restaurant.’ Emma joins in: ‘Either they say; “how do you do it’? Or “you’re crazy”.’ Charlie emphasises that one element any business needs is a bit of luck. ‘If you go into something with confidence you can get lucky’. In fact it arrived not once but twice.

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The first time, and just at the moment he needed it. It came in the person of Michael Stipe, songwriter and lead singer with the band R.E.M, who saw the Bush Hall’s website when he was in New York and told his record company Warner that it would make an ideal venue for them doing a showcase gig. So the Bush Hall took off with famous groups such as R.E.M, Mark Knopfler and Chris Rea and rising stars like Adele and Amy Winehouse appearing at the 425 capacity venue. Then along came another piece of luck with the decision by Fulham Football Club to play at the nearby Queens Park Rangers ground for two years, while their own stadium was developed. Charlie says: ‘We did Fulham’s corporate hospitality for two years, because they wanted some place away from the QPR ground to entertain their clients. It got us into realising that it was a profitable area to do.’ By 2008 the music market had dipped, and their luck turned downwards as the gig market narrowed. However, it was to make Charlie rethink his business model and decide

‘So the Bush Hall took off with famous artists such as REM and Chris Rea’ to concentrate on launching new groups, singers and other alternative performers. It was to pay off, as he recalls early career appearances of artists when they were hardly known such as Lily Allen, Florence and the Machine and Kings of Leon. More recently, during the summer, they launched The Dining Rooms on the site of the old Harp Café, which had provided a greasy spoon diet in the Bush forever. In the great days of QPR’s past, when the players were hardly paid any money, the players used to lunch almost daily at The Harp, with their great star of the day Rodney Marsh

standing outside on the pavement. The Dining Rooms is very different where in fact the expensively paid stars of today would feel much more at home. Both Emma and Charlie have always been interested in food. Emma actually waitressed for a while, whilst Charlie is keen on cooking, although never professionally. He admits: ‘We thought “Let’s have a restaurant.” Crazy idea, but it fitted in with all we were doing. And before we’ve always had to pay for the catering at events we stage, so why not do it ourselves?’ So The Dining Rooms, serving modern British food, with the emphasis on the quality of the ingredients was born. Somehow I’m sure that is not the end of the restive Raworth’s business empire. Well, yes they are just stripping out the Music House, so that there will be new music studio and teaching rooms. But I’m sure something else will follow in due course, as they take the Bush on an upwards journey bushhallmusic.co.uk 17

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WHAT WERE THE INSPIRATIONS BEHIND SETTING UP DRINK ME EAT ME?

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Alexis wanted a pretty place, one where she would like to spend all of her birthdays (and unbirthdays too!). It would be filled with ‘gorgeous little things’ such as mismatched china, vintage gifts, yummy homemade cakes, loose leaf teas – all very British. While travelling the States (from where Dar hails) together, we developed a secret obsession – midnight runs to frozen yogurt bars, where we got to rule and create our own concoctions. On our return to the UK, we decided that all good afternoon tea parlours should also offer frozen yogurt, great coffee and sushi! And so the quirky ‘treat boutique’ was born.

FAVOURITE PIECE OF ART

Alexis: The Kiss by Gustav Klimt. I saw it in Vienna, which is one of my favourite cities to visit. The Kiss is so romantic, and I love its decadent, shimmering gold and bold patterns.

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FAVOURITE TRAVEL DESTINATION

We’ve had the opportunity to work and spend time in some fascinating cities – from Buenos Aires with its brilliant steaks to Barcelona with Gaudi’s stunning Park Guell gingerbread house style architecture. We also had a lovely, gentle family holiday in Mountain Lake in Virginia, where they filmed Dirty Dancing.

Founders of the new ‘treat boutique’, Dar & Alexis MOST TREASURED POSSESSION

Dar: A beautiful renovated vintage tripod theatre lamp that Alexis got me and two vintage Dansette record players - music just sounds better on vinyl!

FANTASY DINNER PARTY GUESTS

GORE VIDAL, JFK, JOHN LENNON, JOAN COLLINS AND NOAM CHOMSKY. WE’D HAVE WITTY REPARTEE AND HEAR THE MOST OUTRAGEOUS STORIES OF ALL TIME.

FAVOURITE SWEET TREAT YOU SELL

WHO IS YOUR STYLE ICON?

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Veteran actress Sheila Hancock talks treading the boards and TOWIE with Gemma Billington

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heila Hancock turned 80 earlier this year. This thought is at the back of my mind as I talk to her, but any questions concerning her longevity, or mention of the dreaded ‘showing no signs of slowing down’ cliché seem in bad taste – not to mention horribly patronising. There are occasional hints of a woman 50 odd years my senior in the way she doesn’t mince her words (‘everything matters less when you get older’ she laughs) and occasional dates and names slip her mind, but she isn’t fazed by such petty things and from the start she’s articulate, impassioned and devilishly witty. Sheila is set to return to the stage this autumn in the premier of Barking in Essex, starring alongside madcap comedian Lee Evans and a cast of Britain’s finest, including Montserrat Lombard, Karl Johnson and Keeley Hawes – who previously worked with Sheila in TV film After Thomas. At the time of our interview, rehearsals haven’t yet begun, but the movie-like trailer on the official website provides an insight into the gaudy Barking world; Sheila clad in Pat Butcher-esque fur coat and leopard print, sporting a mop of peroxide curls. With Britain’s enduring guilty pleasure obsession

with all things Essex, it would be easy to assume that Barking in Essex jumps on the TOWIE bandwagon. This is, however, the premiere of acclaimed playwright Clive Exton’s final work, written a whole five years prior to TOWIE mania, just two years before Exton’s death in 2007. Sheila likens the play

‘Barking in Essex has got the worst language of any play that’s ever been seen in the West End.’ to the work of controversial 1960s writer Joe Orton, and notes that it is very contemporary and topical, depicting a celebrity world and ‘ripping it apart to show it in all its awfulness.’ ‘The fi rst thing I have to say is that Barking in Essex has got the worst language of any play that’s ever been seen in the West End.’ Sheila says, warning potential viewers of a sensitive nature to avoid it. ‘I’ve never

been bothered by bad language anyway,’ she adds with nonchalance, ‘and I think it’s almost poetic with its use of language.’ Fans of the Laurence Olivier Award winning actress may raise an eyebrow at Sheila’s portrayal of the formidable Emmie Packer, the matriarchal head of a dysfunctional Essex gangster family, who she describes as ‘irredeemably awful. A dreadful, dreadful woman,’ but Sheila is no stranger to comedic roles (nor adopting the east end twang). Regardless, I ask if this particular character is quite a departure for her. ‘Oh no,’ she says unequivocally, ’I played a similar character in The Anniversary, though not so excessive, but from The Cherry Orchard to Shakespeare to anything else, the approach is always the same. You just study the part and background – you’re in the hands of the writer. The writer’s material appeals to the audience and you do it as well as you possibly can.’ Born in the Isle of Wight in 1933, Sheila’s childhood was rocked by the upheaval of World War II and evacuation, but she and her family eventually settled in King’s Cross and Sheila went on to win a scholarship to the RADA. Her acting career began in repertory theatre, which she acknowledges as a more

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forgiving environment than the cutthroat acting world of today, as well as being an invaluable learning curve. ‘Back then you could make terrible mistakes and fail bitterly and no one took any notice.’ She says of her early experiences, ‘the local audiences would be very tolerant and you learned your job on the hoof, as it were.’ Though she claims to have no preference when it comes to theatre, film or television, Sheila is a stage veteran and enthuses the importance of treading the boards for budding actors – ‘I suppose the most important thread for any actor is to keep their theatre work going because that’s what brings you into direct contact with the audience – it’s very easy to get removed from your audience when you only do film or TV.’ It would be wise to take heed of Sheila’s advice. As an actress, she’s covered everything from Shakespeare to Carry On fi lms, with a stint as the notorious Mrs Lovett in Sweeney Todd on stage, as well as a year playing the Mother Superior in Sister Act to boot. ‘I never stop working,’ she quips during our conversation, and it’s this steely drive and love of her craft that has seen her pursue numerous other creative outlets including radio and documentaries, and she can even lay claim to being the fi rst female artistic director at the RSC. ‘I’m very privileged to have such a varied career’ she acknowledges with humility, ‘I do lots of things. Now writing is a great passion.’ Sheila has published two books, The Two of Us – an autobiographical account of her life with actor husband John Thaw – and Just Me, which documents the aftermath of his untimely death in 2002. For all of Sheila’s immeasurable professional successes, she

has faced an incredible amount of personal tragedies; losing two husbands to cancer and battling breast cancer herself in the 1980s. There is no air of the fragile widow about her, however, and during our chat we do not discuss these dark times; never mentioning John, nor any catharsis she found in writing their story. In fact, Sheila is quite cagey with details on her new book, her fi rst novel, which is currently in the fi nal editing stages and due for release next year, but she clearly relished the challenge of writing it. ‘I’m quite well read so I know a lot about novels, but it’s a whole different kettle of fish when you sit down and try and write one!’ She says with a laugh, ‘I didn’t go to university or anything like that so I feel quite inferior to attempt it, but I’ve thoroughly enjoyed it and I really want to go on writing more.’ We end our conversation by talking about our shared love of London. Sheila has lived in the Chiswick area for 40 years and currently resides along the river in Hammersmith. ‘We’re so lucky that we have every type of restaurant and shop, the river, parks...’ She enthuses, ‘Ravenscourt Park is one of the most beautiful town parks. I took my children there and now I take my grandchildren there.’ Like many Chiswick residents, Sheila champions the many local, independent shops – noting that they’re a rarity in contemporary London ‘with all the wretched supermarkets.’ She describes herself as ‘desolate’ that Andreas Veg has disappeared from Turnham Green Terrace, but just as we’re contemplating its relocation, Sheila’s PR steps in to wrap things up and with that, I leave her to the rest of her day. After all, I’m sure she has plenty of episodes of TOWIE to catch up on... Barking in Essex is on at Wyndham's Theatre from 6 Sep - 4 Jan 2014; barkinginessex.co.uk 23

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Concern about Michael Gove’s reforms to the education system have led many of our leading private schools to drop our A-levels for international alternatives. Amanda Constance reports on a growing backlash

t hasn’t been a good summer for Michael Gove. The education secretary has already faced a surge of criticism over his reforms but now some of our most elite private schools are dumping A-levels for an international alternative in protest at the changes. During the summer, members of the Headmaster’s and Headmistress’ Conference (HMC) – which represents top private schools such as Eton, Harrow and Winchester – spoke out against the ‘huge gamble’ Gove was taking with A-level reform. From 2015, AS-levels are to be separated from full A-levels to form a qualification in their own right. In England new linear A-levels where all assessment takes place at the end of two year courses will replace the modular system. The education secretary has said he wants to end the constant treadmill of exams and he expects the change to lead to a ‘revival of the art of deep thought’. But many don’t agree. Andrew Grant, a former HMC chair and head of St Albans School, Hertfordshire, said he was concerned that Mr Gove was ‘throwing the baby out with the bathwater’ by de-coupling AS and A levels and said he was looking for alternatives for his school. ‘I know I am speaking for many of my colleagues in HMC when I say we will look for a way of continuing the AS level system,’ he told the TES. ‘We at St Albans School are looking very, very

seriously at International A-levels because we feel there is a tremendous value in the feedback provided by AS levels at the halfway point.’ He isn’t the only one. Many other independent heads were looking at making the switch. In all, 72 schools entered pupils for International A-levels this summer but it is believed numbers could soar in coming years. It isn’t just the international A-levels that are being used by private schools. More pupils are taking the Cambridge Pre-U, which is seen as a return to traditional, rigorous A-level study, and the International Baccalaureate diploma is increasingly popular. 99 British schools have pupils taking the Pre-U this year and 188 offer the IB. Tim Hands, incoming HMC chairman and master of Magdalen College School, Oxford, said: ‘There is concern about the nature of the reform but there is much more concern about the pace.’ Many teachers have already decried the government for breaking its pledge to trial the revamped A-levels before they are taken by tens of thousands of young people in less than two year’s time. And it isn’t just A-levels. Last month it was revealed that almost 2,700 secondary schools now offer the International GCSE amid fears over falling standards in mainstream qualifications and reforms planned for 2015, the same year as changes to A-levels.

It is believed that around six-in-10 state and private schools across the UK are teaching the course in at least one subject. Other independent schools such as Sevenoaks in Kent and Bedales in Hampshire are going a step further by devising their own in-house alternatives to GCSEs. The huge shift towards IGCSEs follows a Coalition decision to scrap rules imposed under Labour that effectively barred state schools in England from offering them as an alternative qualification. So are private schools just opting out of Gove’s reforms? The Coalition has insisted that it is addressing major concerns over the standards by moving towards rigorous end-of-course exams and asking elite universities to help write course syllabuses. But Ed Elliott, head of The Perse School, Cambridge, said many schools were unwilling to wait for the reforms or risk them being reversed by a future Labour administration. The school offers the Pre-U in psychology, music, physics and chemistry and will move towards the International A-level in biology from this month. ‘The Perse does not want to be part of a game of political ping pong which will destabilise the exam system to the disadvantage of students,’ he said. ‘By sitting international qualifications we can take a ‘wait and see’ approach to UK domestic exam reform, whilst ensuring our pupils benefit from studying proven, rigorous and internationally recognised qualifications free from political interference.’

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Freckles are fashionable, but do they carry hidden risks? Gemma Billington gets a ‘mole map’ at The MediSpa When I was little I hated my freckles and wanted nothing more than a clear complexion, but I’ve grown to love them in my adult years, along with my Celtic pale skin and auburn hair. It was therefore unpleasant to hear them referred to as ‘sun damage’, as I believed, in my naivety, that freckles were something that you were born with. But sun damage they are, and as I’ve got older, I’ve become acquainted with the spattering of moles over my body and take care to use a high SPF and note any changes in appearance. But what if, one day, I notice that one looks slightly darker or is more raised than before? Do I bother my GP over minor concerns? Step in doctor Bela Horvath, resident consultant dermatologist at The Park Club’s MediSpa. His ‘mole mapping’ services are a great way to alleviate any worries and have your skin checked over thoroughly. At the consultation, each mole was flagged up and photographed in various close-up stages, ready to be sent on to a further team of specialists to be analysed. Sure enough, a detailed and personal report arrived at my house just a week later. Thankfully, everything was completely normal, and I’ve been advised to return in a year. It was a huge weight off my mind and I couldn’t recommend Dr Bela’s friendly and efficient service more highly. Prices start from £130; theparkclubmedispa.co.uk

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Group Wellness Manager for the Hogarth and Park Club, Terry Rodham, gives Absolutely his expert advise on getting fit for life

ear readers. For many, the holiday season is over, and for those that let their hair down and, shall we say, over indulged a little too much whilst they were away, then now may well be the time to adhere to a very simple mantra: ‘eat well and take regular exercise.’ However, even with the best of intentions, it’s still hard to keep to this simple mantra, isn’t it? In modern society we are constantly juggling work, social lives, finances, family and relationships, it is often a regular exercise regime and a healthy diet that proves a step too far. Too confusing, too hard, too time consuming and, let’s face it, easy to ignore, nutrition and exercise are aspects of everyday life in which we could all do with a little help. We recognise these challenges at our clubs and provide members with expert guidance and regular one -to-one contact, combined with the latest in fitness technology, to make the process of maintaining and improving personal well-being easier to manage, understand, and achieve.

BALANCE IS THE KEY Here at The Hogarth and The Park Club, we have adopted the concept of Wellness, defined as ‘a balance of mind, body and spirit that results in an overall feeling of wellbeing.’ The key to that statement is balance. Not only do we consider it our job to guide you inside the gym, we also undertake to guide you outside the gym to help you achieve this balance because, after all, there is more to life than eating chicken salad and pounding the treadmill!

STARTING ON THE RIGHT PATH From the moment you walk through the doors of the Hogarth, you have at your disposal the support and expert guidance of a highly qualified personal trainer. Beginning with an initial Wellness gym consultation, where your goals,

challenges, exercise background and lifestyle are discussed, members are guided through another four one-to-one training sessions in which a highly personalised routine is designed. This one-to-one time is vital not only to explain, repeat, feedback, tweak and perfect the gym routine, but also to discuss other important areas such as activity outside the gym and nutrition – aspects which come together to form a fuller picture of Wellness. Remember, true Wellness is only achieved with balance, so perhaps a stroll along the river in the sunshine on a Sunday afternoon, instead of a gym session, could be more beneficial to your long term success?

THE ‘KEY’ TO SUCCESS Many people feel lost in the gym environment, lacking direction with a general feeling of ‘doing the wrong thing’. Using the latest in gym technology, members of the Hogarth carry their workout information with them on a special ‘Wellness Key’, which can be inserted into any machine, providing the user with information such as the correct weight to use, the number of repetitions, or the resistance level and time on an exercise bike. Not only does this give the user confidence, it also stores all your exercise results, such as calories burned, weight lifted or distance covered, so that a review can be conducted by a trainer and goals/targets adjusted accordingly. This is just one example of how we use technology to make things easier to manage.

REGULAR CONTACT Regular contact between our members and trainers is a major focus at the Hogarth. In addition to the five sessions at the beginning of a member’s Wellness journey, members are also entitled to one complimentary session every month in which progress can be discussed, technique and form checked and goals reassessed. It is this regular

contact that we believe keeps our members engaged in their routine and confident to continue. Yet we go one stage further, understanding that not everyone will be able to arrange one-to-one sessions around their busy lifestyles: using our ‘Coach’ application, our trainers are able to stay in regular contact with members wherever they may be, by sending and receiving messages through the members Wellness Account. If you’ve had a period of inactivity on your account, you can expect an email from one of our trainers to make sure everything is okay!

STAYING CONNECTED With all the gadgets we have at our disposal these days, there really is no excuse not to stay connected with your club and trainer. You can use your smart phone to access your Wellness account wherever you are, be it on the train, on an overseas work trip or even in the pub! In a hotel gym and need your routine? No problem! Why not use your laptop or tablet to register physical activity from home, such as a game of tennis or a cycle around the park? You can even go one step further and attach the Technogym MyWellness key to your hip before going for that Sunday stroll and download the information when you get home, recording the calories burned even through you have not stepped through the gym doors! And of course, if all this technology is too much, simple face-to-face time is always available from our welcoming and knowledgeable staff. We love to see members enjoying their routine and reaping the benefits of regular exercise, wherever it may be. Is now the time to get support to help you on a path to Wellness? By Terry Rodham; Hogarth Group Wellness Manager For further info, please call The Hogarth Health Club on 020 8994 0500 or The Park Club on 020 8743 4321.

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Timed Fitness is a home and outdoor training movement founded by personal trainer extraordinaire Jéan LK. Sessions are packed with high intensity training, body weight work, core stability and cardio - but exercise isn’t the only plan of attack against those pesky last 10lb. You will also consult with a nutritionist and develop a tailor-made meal plan that you can make a part of your lifestyle. And there are no excuses because Timed Fitness bring the gym to you: training can happen anytime, anywhere. In your living room at 6am, in Ravenscourt Park at sunset – you choose the place and the time and your trainer will be there waiting with everything you need. timed-fitness.com

Nestled just off of Chiswick’s High Road, The West London Dermatology Centre provides a tranquil, rather spacious environment which you might not assume from the modest, inconspicuous entrance below. Privacy is absolutely vital and their professional, selfcontained treatment rooms and luxury private gym make it easy to unwind.

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A pain-free, non-surgical alternative to removing any stubborn, unwanted fat, the i-Lipo machine uses a cool laser which disrupts the fat cell membranes (without harming the skin) causing the cells to break down and kick-start fat loss. Attaching plastic blocks emitting the laser over my stomach area, my friendly and helpful therapist leaves me alone to relax for the next ten minutes and as I flick through the latest copy of Heat, the steady beeping of the machine is the only reminder that the treatment is taking place. This effortless experience is followed-up by an invigorating machine suction massage, stimulating further the breakdown of fatty tissues with a hoover-like motion. This is slightly uncomfortable, however the abundance of cooling gel applied to the area relieves the skin. I am then re-measured and offered a post-treatment workout in their exclusive, spatious gym next door.

The Results

I am often dubious when I hear the words ‘instant weight-loss’ being put out there so liberally nowadays, but immediately after the first treatment I was shocked at measuring two centimetres smaller around my stomach prior to the workout, (and another two were lost in the following treatment a few days later!). Eight sessions are advised, alongside exercise and a healthy diet. it’s clear to see how the laser liposuction assists and drives instant, pain-free results. Who knew such an easy alternative to surgery existed?

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

Nigel Hare Joinery

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After spending many years travelling, designing and restoring private homes in Milan, Paris, Los Angeles and London, Andrea Pavarini decided to settle down in scenic Richmond. Andrea studied at the renowned Inchbald School of Interior Design in Chelsea. His deep understanding of each client’s unique and special persona enables him to create homes tailored around the client’s lifestyle. PgDip. Architectural Interior Design Richmond, 020 8287 1559 www.andreapavarini.com

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As the lovely warm weather continues, make the most of the last rays of sunshine in the garden with a throw around your shoulders. Ready to ‘snuggle up’ for the autumn chill? How about these lovely soft cushions and throws to cuddle up in? For a large range of sumptuous cushions and throws, visit Curtain Call, 52 Friars Stile Road, Richmond, Surrey, TW10 6NQ 020 8332 6250 curtaincall@blueyonder.co.uk

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Notes from a Small Island

The purveyors of luxury travel, Mr & Mrs Smith (AKA Chiswick couple Tamara and James Lohan) has just launched their fi rst range of paints: Mr & Mrs Smith At Home. Alongside this comes a handy new design tool, the iPatch – an innovative adhesive strip that’s a much smarter upgrade on messy test pots. The range of 28 colours, inspired by 10 years of travel and are split into three categories: City, Country and Coast. So even though the holiday season is at an end, you can channel your wanderlust into some home improvements. It’s a much cheaper alternative anyway… Paints retail at £33 for 2.5litres and are made to order; colourandpaint.com/smith

Interior Innovator

‘Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.’ These are the wise words of seminal textile designer, painter, writer and all round Jackof-all-trades William Morris. The company that still bears his name, Morris & Co, has teamed up with Heathcote & Ivory on a range of new gift sets that incorporate the famous Strawberry Th ief pattern. heathcote-ivory.com

Mad Hatters

It may not be the world’s most obvious collaboration – quirky interior designer Abigail Ahern and much-loved department store Debenhams – but the new Edition range is an easy way to get your mitts on Ms Ahern’s unique, fantastical and downright bonkers creations at half the normal price. Catch them while you can. Westfield, Ariel Way, W12; debenhams.com

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We can’t resist a new coffee table book beauty from Taschen and our latest design crush comes in the form of Interiors Now Volume 3: an insight into beautiful homes and interior design schemes around the world. We love the contemporary stylings of the brilliantly named London-based designer Faye Toogood. Interiors Now 3, £34.99; taschen.com 53

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Make, Do and Mend Gemma Billington meets Hammersmith-based furniture makers Sam Costello and Greg Welch

ersonally, I’ve always admired people who are good with their hands, so it’s a bit of a treat to see the workshop of furniture makers Sam Costello and Greg Welch in full swing. Their business, Costello & Welch, is based in a quirky unit under Stamford Brook Arches, complete with the District line tube thundering overhead. ‘I always knew that this was the industry that I wanted to be in,’ says Greg, as we settle into the petite upstairs office space with a mug of tea. Greg studied contemporary design and specialised in furniture at university, whereas Sam’s background is in fine art and he at one stage had aspirations to become a painter. It was during his six years working in furniture restoration, however, that Sam began to notice that requests for specialist furniture were becoming more and more common – and hence he saw a distinct

gap in the market. Friends since school, Sam and Greg bit the bullet and combined their expertise to form Costello & Welch in 2007. The pair work in the studio daily; Greg making the furniture and Sam adding the final touches with artistic finishes. Costello & Welch has a number of beautiful pieces on their books – mirrors, sideboards, tables and cabinets – each painstakingly made by hand, though they are currently working on their first collection of ‘ready to buy’ pieces. Rather than feeling stifled by client requests, I get the impression that the pair enjoy collaborating with people and they admit that their customers have

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‘imagination’ and enjoy being part of the creative process. I ask if there have ever been any odd or outlandish requests? ‘Those are our good clients!’ Sam responds, with a laugh. It’s refreshing to talk to Sam and Greg because there is a distinct lack of any pretension; they’re just two guys who are very good at what they do and enjoy doing it. When I ask what his favourite materials to work with are, Greg thinks for a moment before

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confessing that it’s humble MDF. ‘It gets a bit of a bad rep,’ he admits, ‘but MDF doesn’t warp and it does exactly what you need it to do. It’s an effective way of creating nice shapes.’ Rather than trying to emulate a specific designer or follow a particular school of thought (‘I don’t have a favourite designer or anything like that’, Greg admits), it is the process and working with materials that is their motivation. Greg says: ‘It’s quality and details that I like, and that doesn’t have to be furniture related – you can see it in other areas of design like packaging and fonts... I find it really interesting.’ Sam is similarly minded, saying that, ‘as long as I can get messy and covered in paint, I’m happy.’ There is an inherent charm in something handmade from scratch. There’s a huge amount of passion and dedication involved, but enjoyment is arguably the most important element. It’s hard not to be won over by Sam and Greg. Businesses love to throw the word ‘bespoke’ around, but few can truly stick to their principles. With Costello & Welch, what you see is what you get, and the results speak for themselves. CARBON SIDEBOARD

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ADDING VALUE

An extension is a great way to add value. Prices will vary depending on the work you carry out, but as a guide: • Redesigning work is likely to cost £500-£800 per m². • Converting a garage will cost £950£1,250 per m². • A basic extension will cost from £1,050-£1,450 per m². • A more individual extension with bespoke windows and doors will cost £1,450-£1,850 per m². • Cellar conversions cost £950-£1,150 per m². • New basement extensions cost £2,500-£4,000 per m². Your selection of materials, fixtures and fittings will have a very big influence on the final cost – especially your choice of kitchen and bathroom fittings and flooring.

or lesser used space such as a large hallway and landing, unnecessary corridor space, understairs space, a former airing cupboard or coal store, the dining room or an overly large master or second bedroom. The starting point for remodeling is to get a floorplan of your home so you understand the layout and can see the potential to combine space. This area is typically used to add a larger kitchen breakfast room, en-suite bathrooms, extra bedrooms or a downstairs cloakroom. Removing walls is often inexpensive and uncomplicated, but you should always consult an architect, builder or structural engineer before undertaking any work. Load bearing walls will require structural alterations and so need building regulations consent (Building Standards in Scotland).

Most properties have the potential to be improved by adding or removing the partition walls between existing rooms to make better YOUR use of theSPACE space you REMODEL already have. Remodelling can make your home seem much larger, especially if you open the space up and create open plan, multi-function rooms that make the most of natural light. Popular ideas include reusing redundant

One of the most cost-effective ways to add value is to convert a loft, garage or cellar. Providing the existing structure is reasonably sound and proportioned, adding space through conversion is usually more cost-effective than adding an extension and has the added bonus of not sacrificing any garden space. In the loft, look for space with a ceiling

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height of at least 2.2m; if the space is limited it is often possible to enlarge it by changing the shape of the roof at the back, or sometimes the side or front, typically with the addition of a large dormer window. Typical costs for conversion of existing space range from £900- £1,400/m2. Compare this cost with the average value of property in your area to see if it’s a worthwhile project. Loft, garage and cellar conversions don’t usually need planning permission, depending on their design, but there are restrictions in Conservation Areas and National Parks etc, so always contact the planning department

THINK VERTICALLY

When looking at room layout options most people only think of their space horizontally and ignore opportunities to make more of space by thinking vertically. Simple ideas like fitting high level storage can make a big difference in freeing up space elsewhere. A bedroom with a tall ceiling could accommodate a desk with a raised sleeping platform above it, freeing up valuable floorspace. Fold down furniture such as a desk or dining table, or a bed are great ideas where space is really tight: when not in use they fold up into a pocket

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on the wall. Where a room has a loft space above it, removing the existing ceiling and incorporating the roofspace can create a dramatic double height vaulted ceiling feature. If the room is large enough, it could have mezzanine gallery above as part of it, reached by a space efficient spiral staircase, ideal for an en-suite bathroom, home office or sleeping platform.

RE-USE REDUNDANT SPACE

Sometimes lowering the existing floor level or raising the ceiling height can transform the amount of headroom available, making a cellar or attic space more practical for everyday use as living space. In a period property, there are often features that are completely redundant or which can be replaced by more space-efficient modern alternatives. The chimney is a classic case: many older houses have fi replaces in each room and several chimney breasts taking up a lot of volume. In a small terraced house or flat, removing a disused chimney can free up a significant amount of space, making way for storage or other features. The cost of removing a chimney ranges from £1,800-£2,800 depending on size

and height. In a flat, always check the flue is not in use with your neighbours. The hot water cylinder and hot and cold water storage tanks can take up a lot of space, but in many areas providing the mains water pressure is three bar or above, they can all be dispensed with and replaced by a modern space- and energy-efficient combination boiler. A ‘combi’ boiler is fed direct from the mains and produces instant hot water on demand. It’s important to get the size right though – especially if you have more than one bathroom in your home. Trick yourself into thinking that you have more space than you actually do. Light colours on the walls will brighten rooms and make them appear larger while dark walls draw the eye inwards and immediately shrink even the biggest of rooms. While you have a brush in your hand paint your ceilings white, or off white – it will make your rooms look taller. The easiest and cheapest illusion is to simply add a mirror. It will work by reflecting your space to effectively double its size. Fitting the same floor fi nish throughout your home creates a connection between rooms and makes them flow together as one, adding the illusion of more space, especially if a lighter

colour material is chosen. Adding French doors, patio doors of folding sliding doors creates a relationship between inside and out, creating the opportunity to expand your living space outside onto a deck or patio area – forming an ‘outside room’. Other options include adding more storage to remove clutter; selecting smaller format furniture items and improving lighting. Labour costs represents between half to two thirds of the budget for a typical home improvement project, so if you can do some of the work yourself, there is great scope to make savings here. The easiest tasks to take on are labouring, decorating and landscaping, followed by some of the ‘second fi x’ trades such as fitting bathrooms and kitchens, tiling fi xing architrave and skirting etc. Be careful only to take on work you have the time and skills to complete effectively. Read up and don’t rush in, as poor workmanship and wasted materials can make DIY a false economy. The National Home Improvement Show, Olympia, London (27-29 September 2013); for tickets and info see improveyourhomeshow.co.uk 57

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PLIGHT OF THE BUMBLEBEE

Keen bird watchers would be wise to be taken under the wing (sorry) of the experts at WWT London Wetland Centre for some special migratory walks in early October. Birds will be arriving from their breeding grounds as far as Russia and Scandinavia to find food and more habitable conditions. 6 - 7 October, 9:30 - 11am; wwt.org.uk

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British bees are dying out, and with them will go our flora, fauna and one-third of our diet. These humble insects play a vital role in our natural infrastructure, so to get clued-up on ways to help save them, log on to helpsavebees.co.uk – or buy some special ‘Bee Lovely’ products from Neal’s Yard Remedies, who are generously donating £10,000 a year towards bee friendly projects. Bee Lovely Head to Toe Gift, £22.50, 15 King Street, TW9; nealsyardremedies.com

SEEDS OF CHANGE

Fresh from this year’s groundbreaking IncrEdibles Festival, Kew Gardens has published a revolutionary new cookbook of 101 recipes that utilise the planet’s surprising edible plants – from plantation smoothies to pineapple cheesecake with chilli. Kew’s Global Kitchen Cookbook has been put together by former Geographical magazine editor Carolyn Fry and gives readers a new perspective on plants we eat as well as their history and cultural significance. £14.95, Kew Publishing. Available 31 October

Lawns often get overlooked during the year and since it has been hot and dry this summer, lawns will benefit from a little TLC to ensure that they are lush and green again next year. The simplest solution to a congested, dense lawn is to scarify the thatch out with a lawn rake and stab the surface with a fork down to the base of the tines every 300mm or so. These holes aid aeration which helps the lawn breath and the roots grow, thereby creating stronger top growth. Specific top dressings for the type of lawn you might have are readily available in all good garden centres, but do read the instructions carefully as the prescriptions vary. If the top dressing does not contain a feed then a high potassium feed rather than a nitrogen one will benefit the new root growth. A good lawn does take care and attention, but with a little time and patience even a dry arid lawn can be transformed into a lush green sward. kategoulgardens.com

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There’s no shortage of places to indulge in a spot of weekend brunch in Chiswick – that most superfluous of inbetween meals. But we’re more than willing to welcome another one. Step forward Bill’s, who are well on their way to London domination, opening their new Chiswick branch in October. It’s not just brunch they serve, but delicious breakfasts lunch and dinner – with an afternoon tea and kids menu thrown in for good measure. Plus they do the poshest fi sh fi nger sandwich we’ve ever had. A welcome addition indeed. 270 - 272 Chiswick High Road, W4; bills-website.co.uk

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Richmond is set to get a shade greener with the opening of Whole Foods Market in October. Situated over two floors, it will feature an in-house bakery, fishmongers, greengrocers and butcher’s counter. There’s also an in-store cafe, so shoppers can take a well-earned break from stocking up on all those healthy goodies. 1 - 3 George Street, TW9; wholefoodsmarket.com

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Andalusian brewers Alhambra are on the hunt for the country’s best tapas venues and have asked the public to cast their vote. Richmond favourite Don Fernando’s has been nominated, along with popular tapas hotspots like Brindisa and El Cantara. The winning restaurant will be awarded £2,000 and the results will be announced on 12 October, Spain’s national day. Visit facebook.com/ CervezasAlhambraUk for more information

THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE

After three successful sites in central London, Vinoteca is coming to Chiswick. Inspired by the eclectic wine bars of Spain and Italy, the 50-seat bar and restaurant will open in mid September, fitting in very nicely amongst Chiswick’s growing range of culinary hotspots. Welcome to the neighbourhood. 18 Devonshire Road, W4; vinoteca.co.uk

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hen the normally acid-tongued journalist Grace Dent admitted to being ‘rather smitten’ with the new Bush Hall Dining Rooms in her Evening Standard food column, my interest (or rather, curiosity) reached its pinnacle. In fact, I was surprised it had taken me so long to mosey on down to the recently opened eatery. The one-time greasy spoon is now the latest string to husband-and-wife entrepreneurial team Charlie and Emma Raworth’s bow (see our Bush Hall special on page 16). The menu boasts contemporary British fare, but it’s the achingly hip interior, reminiscent of Portobello Road’s Electric Diner, that’s the real allure. Think plush red leather booths, chequered floor and reclaimed style furniture, complete with a cool indie soundtrack playing subtly in the background. It’s very well suited to its position nextdoor to the Bush Hall music venue.

We’re sat in prime position at the cosy window table right at the front of the restaurant; perfect for spotting the hoards of people gawping inside and looking longingly at the menu. I’m off the alcohol tonight so start with a refreshing elderflower fizz, and we’re in good hands with the friendly and attentive staff. In her review, Miss Dent had praised the healthy portion sizes (‘all hail proper dinner’) and you’ll certainly be well fed at the Dining Rooms. My duck egg and asparagus soldier starter was simple yet delicious, and my partner had an unusual chilled melon, chili, lime and mint soup which certainly won’t appeal to every taste, but was a brave and punchy number that served to bewilder on all levels: a cold soup with enough chili kick to make the eyes water. The metal tray of fresh, floury white bread stayed throughout our courses (it’s a real bugbear of mine when the bread is swiftly

whisked away from your table before you know it) and our mains were a real triumph. I chose the haddock and cod fishcake with baby spinach and saffron aioli from the specials board. Don’t let the singular ‘cake’ fool you, it was positively whopping in size with lashings of tangy aioli. My partner was completely bowled over by his rack of lamb with pistachio crust, which was tender and cooked to perfection and served in simple fashion with peas and new potatoes. To round off the evening we shared a grown-up and berry-laden knickerbocker glory with not a marshmallow or hundred and thousand in sight (a good thing, in my opinion). Spooning our dessert lazily in the warm glow of the evening with passers-by looking in at us almost felt like a cheesy scene from a movie, and The Bush Hall Dining Rooms has enough charm and culinary clout to become a proper Uxbridge Road classic. Here’s looking forward to the next Raworth venture.

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Za’atar crusted prawns with a bulghar wheat and herb salad Serves 4

20 raw prawns 2–3 tbsp olive oil 3–4 tbsp za’atar ½ tbsp plain flour Salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the salad

100g bulghar wheat 1 red onion 1 tbsp olive oil 1 pomegranate ½ cucumber ½ bunch of dill Bunch of flat-leaf parsley ¼ bunch of mint

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1. Peel the prawns, leaving the tail tip intact. Carefully remove the intestinal tract, then set aside in the fridge.

drain the onion of excess oil and transfer to a large bowl. Heat the oven to 120°C/gas mark.

2. For the salad, prepare the bulghar wheat by putting in a small saucepan and adding enough water to come 3cm above the level of the wheat. Simmer, uncovered, over a medium heat until just tender, about 10 minutes. When tender, drain and scatter over a tray lined with kitchen paper, then cover with kitchen paper to absorb the moisture.

4 . Halve the pomegranate and extract the seeds by holding the halved pomegranate cut side down over a bowl and carefully hitting the pomegranate on the skin side with a rolling pin. Cut the cucumber in half lengthways, deseed by scraping the length with a teaspoon, then finely dice. Pick the herbs into sprigs or very coarsely chop. Add all these ingredients to the onion.

3. Meanwhile, halve, peel and finely slice the onion. Heat the olive oil in a frying pan over and add the onion. Cook gently until the onion is just starting to soften, then increase the heat and allow it to brown a little. Remove from the heat,

5. Once the bulghar wheat is dry, add it to the bowl. Cut the lemon into wedges and reserve for serving. 6. For the dressing, juice the lemon and orange. Mix 1

tbsp of each with the olive oil, sumac, honey and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk to combine, then set aside. 7. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in the frying pan over a medium heat. Mix the za’atar and flour with some salt and pepper in a large bowl. Dry the prawns and add them to the bowl. Toss in the za’atar mix to coat. 8. Fry the prawns in batches until pink and the tails have curled, 3–4 minutes. Keep the cooked prawns warm in the low oven while you fry the rest, adding 1 tbsp oil to the pan for each batch. 9. Add the dressing to the salad and toss together. Divide the salad between 4 shallow bowls and arrange the prawns on top. Serve with the lemon wedges. 68

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Cherry clafoutis Serves 4

350–400g sweet black cherries 4 tbsp Kirsch 1/2 vanilla pod 150ml milk 100ml double cream 4 eggs 120–140g caster sugar, to taste, plus extra to sprinkle 20g plain flour Pinch of salt 10g butter, to grease

1. Heat the oven to 180ºC/gas mark 4. 2 Remove the stones from the cherries using a cherry or olive stoner. Place the cherries in a bowl and sprinkle over the Kirsch. 3. Split the half vanilla pod lengthways and put it into a small saucepan with the milk and cream. Bring to scalding point (the temperature just below boiling point when small bubbles will appear on the surface, particularly at the edges, where it comes into contact with the saucepan), then remove the pan from the heat and set aside to infuse for at least 10 minutes. 4. Put the eggs and sugar into a medium bowl and whisk until light and creamy. Add the flour and salt and whisk again until smooth. 5. Remove the vanilla pod from the milk and scrape the seeds back into the milk. Strain the infused milk onto the egg mixture and whisk well. 6. Use the butter to grease a 1–1.25 litre ovenproof dish, 3–4cm deep, and sprinkle it with caster sugar. Scatter

the cherries over the bottom of the dish, discarding the remaining Kirsch, then pour over the batter. 7. Cook in the middle of the oven for 50–60 minutes. It should be slightly risen and browning round the edges, but although set, the mixture will still be a little softer in the centre. Sprinkle with caster sugar and serve with a cherry compote or with clotted cream, or both. Note To make individual clafoutis, use four 15cm gratin dishes and bake for 20–25 minutes.

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THE RESTAURANT

One swift trip into Malton town centre (which is fi lled to the rafters with pubs, bakeries, butchers and tea rooms) will confi rm that it’s a town that’s extremely proud of its local produce, and this is the ethos of James Martin’s menus. Special mention should go to the Whitby white crab starter (absolutely delicious) and the Waterford Farm’s new season lamb served with potato, gem lettuce, local asparagus and mustard seeds. However, the highlight of the evening, and this should come as no surprise to fans of Mr Martin, is the desserts. To say that the croissant butter pudding soaked in whiskey with white chocolate, vanilla ice cream and cinder toffee foam is one of the best desserts you’ll ever taste is no exaggeration. Top marks all round.

THE TALBOT MALTON, NORTH YORKSHIRE THE HOTEL

The journey from London to Yorkshire is rather an arduous one, but your efforts are rewarded with the welcoming sight of The Talbot Hotel, an imposing stone building on the edge of the quaint, historic town of Malton. Once a 17th century hunting lodge, The Talbot recently underwent a £4 million refurbishment, the result of which effortlessly and sensitively attains its timeless, classic character whilst providing all the expected mod-cons of a contemporary hotel. Having celebrated its first anniversary back in May, there’s still a buzz surrounding The Talbot, largely thanks to its partnership with Malton-born chef James Martin, who has devised all the menus and is on a mission to put this small market town on Britain’s culinary map.

THE ROOM

The Talbot has 26 rooms in total, including two luxury suites. Our room, The Lambton, had an air of quaint country retreat that didn’t veer into twee or garish. The duck egg blue wallpaper was peppered with botanical illustrations and light poured in through the feature windows with views of the gardens. Arguably the most important feature, the bed, was suitably huge with marshmallow-like quilt and pillows. The pièce de résistance of the whole room, surprisingly, was the gorgeous bathroom; larger than the average London living room with sleek marble floor, rain shower and opulent roll-top bath. It’s a quiet sort of luxury that runs throughout The hotel, and the snug-as-a-bug drawing room – or the lounge space leading off the bar area with a beautiful skylight – just beg you to curl up with a good book in them.

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Blur bassist Alex James discovers the delights of the Dolomites thanks to some family mountaineering in the Alps

t’s a rare thing, glamour. I never really know when it is going to strike. I say this because we were staying in a log cabin with no electricity or mains water, no internet or coffee gadgets and none of the standard cues of twenty-first century luxury. The kids didn’t even have their iPads or any of their toys. Instead, they’d spent most of the previous evening running up and rolling down the mountainside until they were exhausted, and then one by one we’d fallen asleep telling stories around the fire. And it was glamorous. The Dolomites, the mountain range in Northern Italy where the cabin lies, are a pristine wilderness – think Heidi, but with Michelin starred restaurants and you’ve got it. The alpine slopes were in their summer glory, a mass of flowers and cascading streams – quite the setting – and the log cabin itself, despite lacking mod cons, was a beautiful thing crammed with other beautiful things: soft blankets, bathrobes and candles. The cabin is an outpost of The Rosa Alpina where we were staying in nearby San Cassiano. The hotel has a couple of these traditional huts, way up on the slopes, that guests are free to use. The previous evening a porter had delivered everything we needed for a spectacular banquet: marinated steaks and chops, part-cooked aubergines and artichoke hearts for the barbecue along with endless salads and sides, a spectacular strudel and a couple of bottles of wine that I’d taken some pleasure in choosing from their extensive cellars. They’d offered to send a chef up too, but the kids all wanted to help with the cooking so I lit the torch paper on the outdoor range and twenty minutes 73

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later we were cooking in the free world: appetites sharpened by fresh air and exercise, the warmth of the fire in the twilight, not a soul for miles around. It was the feast of a lifetime. After breakfast in the morning (also brought up by the porter) we wandered down the hillside, stopping at one of the many adventure playgrounds that pepper the area. The tourist infrastructure in Alta Badia, the immediate local area, is extensive without ever intruding on the natural beauty of the mountain range (the Dolomites are a World Heritage Site). In winter, it’s a world-class ski resort but the cable cars, bars and restaurants all run throughout the summer months too, and unlike many tourist destinations, it really works all year round. It’s paradise for kids. Children never tire of basic, elemental stuff: splashing around in mountain streams, poking fires, looking for bears. That’s why I wanted to bring them here, for a big slice of nature. It’s one of those places that would be fine even if there was no organised activity – but there is so much to do. Mountaineering was a big hit. The guide came to meet us at the hotel, dug out

climbing shoes and harnesses for everybody and half an hour later I watched my nine-yearold scale a vertical cliff face like a spider. Even the four-yearold got half way up the sheer mountainside before abseiling down. Once the kids had been up and down a couple of times I had a go – they were much better at it than I was but I’m not sure who enjoyed it the most. And that was the best thing about Alta Badia. Its delights are universal. I’m not sure who was happier in the spa at Rosa Alpina, the three-year-old or her mother. Rosa Alpina is a very rare thing, a spectacular hotel that has been in the same family for generations. It felt like home, largely due to the diligence of Hugo Pizzinini, the current proprietor who was always in evidence. The family touch makes it feel small and friendly but is big enough to have all the bells and whistles – one of the restaurants has two

Michelin stars and there’s a full-on spa. It’s exquisite in every detail but what really set it apart was the service. There was always somebody making a helpful face, puffing up a pillow or asking if we needed anything. We stayed in the penthouse with a key operated lift that, to the children’s endless delight, opened directly into the room. The best definition of holidays I’ve ever heard is ‘any time you put on weight,’ but we walked so much we all came back looking pretty buff, despite gorging ourselves. One of the best walks was up to Scotoni – about a mile vertically and roughly three along. We were ravenous by the time we got to the restaurant hallway up the mountainside, a simple hut knocking out dazzling barbecued mixed grills, polenta and pasta – the simple wholesome food at which the Italians excel.

I don’t think it is possible to get bad food anywhere in Italy, or at least you’d have to try very hard. There are twenty Michelin Stars in Alta Badia. We only managed to tick off the two at St Hubertus, one of the restaurants at Rosa Alpina. I can only take a napkin wafting, chair-pushing-in type affair once or twice a year but it was bliss to put the kids to bed with the babysitter, walk into the hushed dining room and whisper candlelit conversations. We had the ‘chef’s special’ and it certainly was, with all the psychotic attention to detail that is historically the hallmark of haute cuisine: minuscule carrots and teeny rack of suckling pig. One of the countless courses came with six vintages of a local wine to taste, just a mouthful of each. An embarras de richesses if you will, but then that’s the area in a nutshell. We didn’t even get around to white water rafting, which was top of my list, or tandem hang gliding… Next time. 7 nights for the price of 6 at Rosa Alpina from £3840 per family, based on 2 adults and 2 children sharing two Deluxe Double Rooms, including breakfast and return flights from London Gatwick to Innsbruck with Carrier (0161 492 1357 or www.carrier.co.uk). For further information on Rosa Alpina, please visit www.rosalpina.it. For further information on the area please visit the South Tyrol Tourist Board at www.suedtirol.info

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Oaklands Grove, W12 This extremely well-located home consists of four double bedrooms, a study, a beautifully presented open plan reception space, two luxurious bathrooms, a well-equipped kitchen and a serene private garden.

£835,000 Freehold Winkworth, Shepherd’s Bush020 8735 3266 winkworth.co.uk

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You may know us from walking your dog, local charity events or simply recognise a familiar face. Because many of our agents live where they work, they really understand what matters to buyers and sellers there. And because people know us, time and again we are able to sell and let properties more quickly and more profitably than anyone else.

T A N YA M C F E E LY S AL E S M AN AG ER

Tanya is a true Brook Green local since leaving her native Ireland five years ago. Having decided that Brook Green was an eclectic mixture of big city life and village familiarity, she decided it was not only a great place to live but also a great place to work. Consequently Tanya knows what is going on socially, communally and commercially in all corners of W14 and brings this unique perspective to the office every day.

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BROOK GREEN W14

Gunterstone Road

WEST KENSINGTON W14

A broad end of terrace late Victorian family house (284 sq m/3,057 sq ft approx.). Lateral space and light are at the heart of this tremendous home located in the heart of Brook Green. This home boasts generous open plan living space and extensive glazing throughout. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining room, media room, utility, two roof terraces, decked garden, storage.

A fully re-modelled Victorian family house (295 sq m/3,175 sq ft approx.) of imposing stature. The property offers terrific entertaining space on the lower and raised ground floors, with a double height gallery overlooking the garden. 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room, walk in wardrobe, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/ dining room, study, utility room, cloakroom, garden. EPC Rating E.

FREEHOLD £3,250,000 B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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First Avenue

SHEPHERDS BUSH W12

ACTON W3

This imposing double fronted detached family home (188 sq m/2,024 sq ft approx.) is tucked away on this very quiet residential street. Located next to Hammersmith Park with the huge added benefit of private off street parking and a secluded patio garden. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), 2 reception rooms, kitchen, utility, cloakroom, out house, garden. EPC rating E.

An outstanding and beautifully decorated Edwardian family home (206 sq m/2,217 sq ft approx.) situated in this very quiet and pretty tree lined street surrounded by a wealth of local amenities. The house has a generous foot print, with east and westerly facing aspects, giving way to an extremely bright home. 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, dining room, kitchen, cloakroom. EPC Rating D.

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FREEHOLD £1,225,000 B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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BROOK GREEN W14

Netherwood Road

BROOK GREEN W14

An extremely bright and well proportioned ground and lower ground floor maisonette (97 sq m/1,044 sq ft approx.) converted from a substantial late Victorian terraced house. The two generous double bedrooms are found at ground level while the kitchen and open plan dining area and reception room are on the lower ground floor. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, study, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, garden. EPC Rating C.

An extensively refurbished garden flat (71 sq m/764 sq ft approx.) converted from a Victorian terraced house in the heart of Brook Green.The beautifully designed bespoke kitchen has white granite work surfaces and stainless steel appliances. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, kitchen, reception/conservatory, storage room. EPC Rating C.

SHARE OF FREEHOLD £650,000 B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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Blythe Road

Sinclair Gardens

BROOK GREEN W14

An extremely bright third floor flat (54 sq m/584 sq ft approx.) in the heart of Brook Green. This upper floor flat is located on Blythe Road, just off Brook Green itself and enjoying an array of local amenities. The property enjoys lovely vistas through large windows with a dual aspect. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC Rating D.

A very charming and well presented flat (38 sq m/409 sq ft approx.) converted from a Victorian terraced house. Positioned on the lower ground of this very popular and conveniently located street. Bedroom, bathroom, open plan reception/dining room, kitchen, communal patio, storage. EPC rating D.

LEASEHOLD £450,000 B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

SHARE OF FREEHOLD £335,000 B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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BROOK GREEN W6

Burnaby Gardens

CH ISWI CK W4

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

UNFURNISHED £1,750 PER WEEK B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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Milson Road

Warbeck Road

BROOK GREEN W14

SHEPHERDS BUSH W12

This charming house is nestled in the heart of Brook Green and would make the ideal family home. The house benefits from a large reception room and an eat in kitchen which leads to a fabulous, large garden. 4 bedrooms, 3 en suite bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/dining room, garden. EPC rating D.

A fabulous family home with superb entertaining space and large private garden has become available to rent on a very popular road in Shepherds Bush. This fantastic house has undergone extensive refurbishment and now provides excellent storage space. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), cloakroom, reception room, kitchen/dining room, garden. EPC rating D.

UNFURNISHED £940,000 PER WEEK B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

UN FURN ISHED £750 PER WEEK B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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WEST KENSINGTON W14

Flanders Mansions

CH ISWI CK W4

A beautifully finished, spacious flat in a well maintained mansions building (with lift). The property has wooden floors throughout. This large, lateral flat has three very good size double bedrooms and ample storage throughout. The flat further benefits from a balcony and fully integrated modern kitchen. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, reception room, kitchen, balcony. EPC Rating D.

A stunningly refurbished, high spec apartment on a very pretty tree lined street just off Chiswick High Road. This exceptionally smart, spacious property would be ideal for professionals wanting great entertaining space. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, cloakroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC rating D.

UNFURNISHED £650 PER WEEK B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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Sinclair Road

Sinclair Gardens

BROOK GREEN W14

A very well presented apartment situated on the first floor of this period conversion within close walking distance of the many local amenities. The property benefits from high ceilings and oak wood flooring throughout. Sinclair Road is ideally located a short walk to the Central Line at Shepherds Bush. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, kitchen. EPC Rating C.

A very smart, extremely bright flat with the added benefit of wooden floors throughout and balcony. The flat has been totally refurbished to provide a smart fully fitted open plan kitchen with dishwasher, bedroom with large sash window opening onto a balcony.Bedroom, bathroom, open plan kitchen/reception room, portico balcony (not demised). EPC rating C.

FURNISHED £395 PER WEEK B R O O K G R E E N O F F I C E 0 2 0 76 0 3 51 8 1

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THE AVENUE, W4 A superb Grade II Listed, Victorian semi-detached family house located in the highly desirable Bedford Park Conservation Area with planning permission for a two storey double garage. Approx. 2,614 sq ft. 5/6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 receptions, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, garden, off-street parking. Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ2,750,000

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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9/10 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 shower rooms, 2 reception rooms, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, utility/laundry room, cloakroom, balcony, garden, off-street parking.

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A substantial family house, originally two separate double-fronted semi-detached properties which has been creatively combined to provide fabulous living and entertaining space. Approx. 4.729 sq ft. Energy Rating: D.

TRUSTE

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141 Years of Property

72 - 2013

Freehold Guide Price ÂŁ3,750,000

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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CHISWICK GREEN STUDIOS, W4 A loft style apartment, situated on the 1st floor of one of Chiswick’s most desirable developments with secure underground parking, a residents gymnasium and 24 hour porterage. Approx. 1,049 sq ft. Energy Rating: C. 1/2 bedrooms, dressing room, en suite bathroom, shower room, open-plan reception room, balcony. Freehold Share Guide Price £799,950

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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4 bedrooms, bathroom, shower room, 2 receptions, kitchen/dining room, study, garage, terrace. Freehold Excess ÂŁ2,000,000

CHISWICK 020 8995 9394 chiswick@johndwood.co.uk

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Coming to the market for the 1st time in 60 years and designed in 1889 by the renowned ship builder John Isaac. Offering a wonderful opportunity to restore this character abode into a magnificent family home. Approx. 2,227 sq ft. Energy Rating: F.

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CHISWICK MALL, W4

141 Years of Property

72 - 2013

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Completely at home in Brook Green If you’re thinking of selling or buying visit us today. KFH Brook Green 134 Shepherd’s Bush Road London W6 7PB Tel 020 3542 2020 Email sbg@kfh.co.uk

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Southcombe Street, West Kensington, W14 £1,295,000 Freehold Brook Green 020 3542 2020 Email sbg@kfh.co.uk

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Offering excellently proportioned rooms throughout, this beautifully presented three bedroom house is arranged over three floors and situated in a delightful and quiet location in West Kensington.

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End of terrace Three double bedrooms Large kitchen/diner Double reception room Circa 1,600 sq ft 37ft rear garden Excellent transport links Great location EPC rating E

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Graham Road, Chiswick, W4 £999,950 Freehold Chiswick 020 8742 8686 Email sck@kfh.co.uk

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A semi detached Victorian family home which has been fully extended and refurbished to a very high standard throughout. The property is located just north of Bedford Park.

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Five double bedrooms Open plan ground floor Reception/dining room Fully fitted kitchen Two bathrooms Landscaped garden 1,380 sq ft of space (approximately) No chain EPC rating D

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Barons Court Road, Barons Court, W14 £995,000 Leasehold Hammersmith 020 8563 9633 Email shm@kfh.co.uk

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A spacious conversion occupying the two lower levels of this period building minutes from Barons Court and West Kensington station for the Piccadilly and District lines.

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Askew Road, Shepherd’s Bush, W12 £2,100 pcm A well presented three bedroom flat in Shepherd’s Bush. This property boasts a spacious reception, modern kitchen and bathroom. The property is located within a short walk to Stamford Brook tube station. Unfurnished. EPC rating D. Hammersmith 020 8563 9889 Email lhm@kfh.co.uk

Audley Road, Ealing, W5 £5,200 pcm A beautifully presented, five double bedroom home situated moments from North Ealing station. Comprising two receptions, fully fitted kitchen, family bathroom plus en suite to master, four WCs, large rear garden, garage and off street parking. Unfurnished. EPC rating E. Ealing 020 8579 6279 Email lel@kfh.co.uk

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Property News Philip Davenport

Orchards of London sponser ‘Spies on Sunday’

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rchards of London are sponsoring ‘Spies on Sunday’, one of the highlights of the fifth annual Chiswick Book Festival, based in St Michael and All Angels Church, taking place from 13th-15th September 2013. The Festival has enjoyed four extraordinarily successful years and the Spies on Sunday afternoon is marking 60 years of James Bond, the world’s most famous spy series. Stephanie Coates, Lettings Manager at Orchards of London, states: “We are all incredibly excited to be sponsoring such a well-loved Chiswick event. The book festival brings in huge crowds every year and the line-up for this coming September is sure to impress once again! We definitely look to promote education and reading within the local community and the Chiswick Book Festival certainly endorses that message. ” Rudolph Diesel, Marketing Director at Orchards of London, explains: “Torin Douglas always puts on such an amazing event and when he mentioned this year was to be a Bond theme I knew Orchards of London had

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John East

Director of Land & New Homes at Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward

to get involved! There is something for people of all ages to enjoy at the event- from creative workshops for parents and children to talks by some very prolific authors. We are definitely proud to support an event which helps promote local talent and also give fans a chance to meet their most loved authors.” � 020 8995 9797; orchardsoflondon.com

3. What properties / developments are you most excited about having on your books? The development that I am most excited about is on Askew Road in Hammersmith which concludes at the end of this year to early 2014. It will be comprised of nine flats all in all, which will come in a variation of one, two and three bedrooms.

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Director at Featherstone Leigh Richmond

1. Why did you choose this area to locate your branch? Our two Land and New Homes branches are strategically placed so that we are able to sell land and new developments within Greater London, as well as reflect the KFH office network across London. One is based in Hammersmith and the other in Surrey Quays. 2. What is your company ethos? How do you translate that into giving the best customer service? When I think of our company’s ethos, my thoughts turn to our tag line, ‘Completely London’, we aim to provide a full range of services through our wide range of services, we aim to offer helpful, knowledgeable and insightful advice. With regards to my ethos within Land and New Homes, I aim to provide a positive experience for buyers while ensuring that we obtain the best possible price for the clients that we act for.

he strong sales market has had an impact on lettings in Chiswick, particularly the family house sector. The return of confidence to the housing market has meant more families are deciding to buy rather than rent. I think the slight decrease in demand will be counter balanced, however, as we are seeing more corporate tenants moving into the area. Increasingly relocation agents are suggesting W4 as an area of choice to families moving to the capital as it has good schools, plentiful green spaces, a community atmosphere and excellent transport links into the City. It is also home to the Chiswick Business Park and many International companies based in Hammersmith. The flat market is extremely active with tenants competing over the few available properties making this an ideal time for landlords to capitalise on the currently hot rental market.

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4. What do you predict for the new homes property market for 2013/14? I expect the strong demand to continue for quality apartments and houses in popular locations close to transport links. Th is demand is also likely to drive the need for buyers to make early ‘off-plan’ reservations where there is the greatest desire to live or invest. � 020 8222 7200; kfh.co.uk

ver the past couple of weeks, Featherstone Leigh Richmond has seen an increase in activity, with lots of transactions taking place across both the sales and lettings departments, as West London residents return from their holidays. Confidence in bricks and mortar remains high, which is pushing house prices up, so appointing a wellinformed agent with excellent local knowledge, like Featherstone Leigh, is essential in order to ensure properties are correctly marketed. Looking forward to the next quarter, I expect the hive of activity to continue, as interest rates remain low, encouraging people to buy.

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Perryn Road, W3 A late 19th Century detached family home with six double bedrooms and a separate study. The master bedroom suite is vast and has access to its own en-suite bathroom. The property has undergone extensive remodelling and refurbishment in places, focusing on a spectacular kitchen with open plan family room and bespoke sliding glass doors that open onto the garden. EPC: D

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Detached Family House Six bedrooms Quiet Tree Lined Avenue West Facing Garden Off Street Parking Extensive Remodelling

Hamptons Ealing Sales. 020 8454 7605 | Lettings. 020 8567 9647

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Merton Avenue, W4 A stunning example of a wider than normal four bedroom Edwardian family home on this popular tree lined street North of Chiswick High Road. The house has been upgraded by the current owner and offers an excellent balance of living and bedroom allocation. The house also benefits from additional eaves storage and a cellar. EPC: E

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Partner Hamptons International, Ealing

ADRIAN JOHNSON

Associate Director Hamptons International, Chiswick

Photography: Rebecca Noonan

hen I bought my first flat in 2000 I had a great experience with the selling agent – so much so that I ended up working for them! At the time I was working in IT sales; selling networking and website solutions to small businesses. Perhaps if I had stuck with that industry I would be an internet tycoon by now! But I’m glad I didn’t as my heart was never really in it. I made the decision to jump into the world of selling property very quickly and after nearly fourteen years in the business I have never looked back. Sure, there have been ups and downs, massive market fluctuations, buyers markets and sellers markets but I have always enjoyed doing what I do and still find that the days just fly by. I joined Hamptons to set up the Ealing office, which the company had decided to open as a result of increases in demand for good quality family homes in W5, W13 & W3 and we have had some fantastic results since opening. I work closely with our Chiswick office on Turnham Green Terrace because we get a lot of properties that are in our joint area and also lots of buyers who set out to live in Chiswick, but end up in Ealing where quite a lot more for the money can be achieved. Nothing is more rewarding than after completing on a client’s sale, they come into the office with a bottle of wine & chocolates and genuine gratitude for doing a great job.

f you had asked me 13 years ago whether I would be an Associate Director at Hamptons International Chiswick, I would have said no way. At the time I was working for a dot com start-up, then the bubble burst and I was out of a job over night. After a few interviews I was given a job at Hamptons in Clapham. It was a learning curve; 3 months after I started 3 planes flew into the twin towers and the market crashed 30% over night, but we persevered and 3 months later the market was back on track and sales were being done. After a year of treading the boards I was offered a job in our flagship Kensington office. I would happily say that this is where I learnt the skills of my trade and after two good years of working the Kensington market I was offered a job I could not refuse; working for a bespoke new build agency operating out of Lotts Road in Chelsea. Six good years later, one marriage, the birth of my son and one of the worst recessions in a century; I thought it was time to further my career and Hamptons offered me a job to head up their Chiswick office. We have grown year on year and this year looks like it will be the best year this office has had in its seven years of operation. Since taking on the role as Associate Director I have built and developed a good working relationship with Matt from our Ealing office. We have a huge amount of cross business opportunities with both vendors and applicants and this allows both of our offices to dominate in our chosen areas. � hamptons-int.com

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5 BATHROOMS 39 FT FRONT GARDEN / 63 FT REAR GARDEN

SHOWER ROOM  UTILITY ROOM  STORE ROOM / CLOAKROOM

DOUBLE OFF STREET PARKING  EPC RATING D 56

39 FT GARDEN  EPC RATING D 64

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BATHROOM  2 SHOWER ROOMS  UTILITY ROOM

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM  BATHROOM  STUDY

OFF STREET PARKING 57 FT GARDEN EPC RATING E 45

VAULTS STORAGE  33’5ft GARDEN  EPC RATING D 60

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FULL WIDTH KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM  MEDIA PLAYROOM

DINING ROOM  KITCHEN  BATHROOM  SHOWER ROOM

4 BATHROOMS GARDEN EPC RATING C 78

CLOAKROOM  CELLAR & LOFT  GARDEN  EPC RATING G 1

STERNDALE ROAD W14

IFFLEY ROAD W14

5/6 DOUBLE BEDROOMS  KITCHEN  FAMILY/BREAKFAST ROOM

4/5 DOUBLE BEDROOMS  DOUBLE RECEPTION  BATHROOM

RECEPTION  MEDIA/PLAYROOM  3 SHOWER ROOMS

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM  2 EN SUITE SHOWER ROOMS

SOUTH FACING GARDEN EPC RATING D 63

MEDIA/PLAYROOM  UTILITY  PATIO GARDEN  EPC RATING E 53

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BROOK GREEN

118 SHEPHERDS BUSH ROAD W6

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HAMMERSMITH GROVE W6 £2,300 PW / £9,966 PCM

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FABULOUS VILLA STYLE FAMILY HOUSE

4 DOUBLE BEDROOM FAMILY HOUSE

LARGE RECEPTION ROOM  6 BEDROOMS  3 BATHROOMS

DOUBLE RECEPTION  2 BATHROOMS  EAT-IN KITCHEN

80 FT GARDEN AND OFF STREET PARKING  EPC RATING D 66

LARGE GARDEN  EPC RATING D 69

MASBRO ROAD W14

REDAN STREET W14

LIGHT AND SPACIOUS UPPER MAISONETTE

PRETTY COTTAGE  2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS

DOUBLE RECEPTION ROOM  2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS

WOOD FLOOR RECEPTION  KITCHEN

2 BATHROOMS PRIVATE ROOF TERRACE EPC RATING C 70

GARDEN  EPC RATING F 38

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SALES & LETTINGS

GUNTERSTONE ROAD, W14 A charming garden flat on a one-way tree-lined street in West Kensington. Energy Rating: E. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, reception, kitchen/dining room, utility room, balcony, garden. £825,000 Freehold Share 020 8419 1273 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

SINCLAIR ROAD, W14 A beautiful 1st floor apartment, recently refurbished, with a breakfast bar separating the kitchen and reception. Energy Rating: C. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception/dining room. £585,000 Freehold Share 020 8419 1273 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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SULGRAVE ROAD, W6 A beautifully refurbished house benefitting from a double reception at the front. Energy Rating: E. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, reception, dining room, kitchen/dining room, garden. £1,850,000 Freehold 020 8419 1273 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

WINDSOR WAY, W14 A superb apartment situated in a modern gated development on Brook Green. Energy Rating: B. 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, balcony. £950,000 Leasehold 020 8419 1273 shepbush@faronsutaria.co.uk

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WENDELL ROAD, W12 This amazing open plan loft style apartment with engineered oak flooring throughout has a private entrance off Wendell Mews, and is located close to the amenities of desirable Askew Village. Energy rating: C. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room. £480,000 Leasehold 020 8419 1263 chiswick@faronsutaria.co.uk

SALES • LETTINGS • AUCTIONS • PROPERTY FINANCE • SURVEYS • CONVEYANCING

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ENNISMORE AVENUE, W4 This well presented ground floor garden flat, with potential to extend into a 2 bedroom flat is located moments from Chiswick High Road, and just 0.5 mile from Turnham Green tube station. Energy Rating: D. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room, garden. £500,000 Freehold Share 020 8419 1263 chiswick@faronsutaria.co.uk

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Period terraced house 3 double bedrooms 2 bathrooms (1 en suite) Cloakroom Double reception room

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Wendell Park Semi detached family house 4 double bedrooms Bathroom and shower room Cloakroom Reception room

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Wonderful open kitchen/family space Large SW facing garden Good basement storage 1722 sq ft / 160 sq m approx. EPC - F

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ABSOLUTELY Property

Safe As

Houses JAMES LESLIE

SOUTH, W4 OX FORD ROADiso nette wit h the

A spacious 3 bed ma ge roof terrace. potential to create a lar 2013 Price: £600,000. 1994 Price: £125,000.

Branch Manager 020 8994 4111 faronsutaria.co.uk jleslie@faronsutaria.co.uk

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

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SALES

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

THE POWER HOUSE, W4

GUIDE PRICE £2,500,000

The ultimate West London Penthouse ideally located in this landmark Grade II listed period building “The Power House” offering over 3500 square foot of flexible living and entertaining space with commanding views across West London. Master Suite, Three further double bedrooms, Ensuite bathroom, Main bathroom, South facing roof terrace with far reaching views, Further terrace, 28’x 36’ Reception room/Dining room/Kitchen, Study, Conservatory, Utility room, 16’ Mezzanine accessed via spiral staircase, Secure underground parking, Ample storage. The apartment is ideally situated for Chiswick High Road’s shops, cafes and restaurants and offers close proximity to both Stamford Brook and Turnham Green Underground Stations and numerous other communications. Offered with no onward chain.

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SALES

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

BARROWGATE ROAD, W4

£1,700,000

SALES

A substantial five bedroom semi detached house ideally located on this prestigious tree lined residential road offering close proximity to Turnham Green Tube and the extensive High Road facilities. Master bedroom with luxury ensuite bathroom, Four further bedrooms, Family bathroom, Large entrance hall, Formal front reception room, Fully fitted kitchen/ breakfast room, Second reception room, Summer room, Cloakroom, Large south facing landscaped garden, Double garage. Ideally situated within close proximity of all amenities.

RAMILLIES ROAD, W4

£1,750,000

An impressive five bedroom semi detached family house with generous entertaining space, off street parking and secluded west facing garden. Master bedroom with ensuite and dressing room, Four further bedrooms, Luxury bathroom, Ensuite wet room, Roof terrace, Large entrance hall, Two reception rooms, Fully integrated kitchen/breakfast room, Dining area, Cloakroom, Private 35’ west facing landscaped garden, Off street parking. Ideally situated on the borders of Bedford Park offering close proximity to all amenities.

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SALES BARROWGATE ROAD, W4

£1,650,000

SALES

An impressive five bedroom semi detached period house ideally located on this prestigious residential road with the added benefit of off street parking. Five bedrooms, Two bathrooms, Double reception room with dividing doors, 29’ Fully integrated kitchen/breakfast room, Cloakroom, Cellar, 70’ Landscaped garden, Off street parking. Situated within close proximity of tube, bus and rail facilities and Chiswick High Road. No chain.

ST PETERS PLACE, W4

PRICES FROM £790,000

An exclusive new development of executive apartments offering an exceptional balance of light, serenity and security. Two double bedrooms, Two luxury bathrooms, Fully integrated kitchen, Dual aspect reception rooms, Under floor heating, Extensive built in storage, Secure underground parking, 10 Years NHBC warranty, Close proximity to all amenities.

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ABSOLUTELY Property

Ask the Sales Experts Our panel of professionals give you the edge in the property market

eing over bullish with price. Whilst the market is currently buoyant with more people wanting to buy than there are available properties on the market, potential purchasers will not view a property if they see it as overpriced. Because of this it is vital that a property is launched at the right price and if it is marketed correctly and concisely its true value will be realised. If it is over priced it will simply remain on the market and become stale.

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Why hasn’t my property sold?

irst impressions are crucial so the exterior should always be well presented. For houses, I suggest repainting the front door and having the windows professionally cleaned. For flats with tired communal parts, it is worth redecorating with fresh paint and new carpets, even if you cannot share the cost with your neighbours.Always have a board up, and tell your neighbours that you are selling as word of mouth is a powerful tool. Often those already living in the area know a friend or family member who is looking to move into the area. Make the most of what you have; any room that doesn’t get enough sun will benefit from a little wall colour to give the impression of more natural light. Dark colours will often make the room look smaller and it may be harder for the buyer to imagine their furniture in that space.

1. Edward Prickett

Manager of John D Wood & Co. Richmond � 020 8940 6611; johndwood.co.uk

Should I redecorate pre sale?

he exterior condition of your property is one of the most important aspects as 90% of buyers will have made up their mind about the property before they even walk through the door. If the exterior needs work then make sure it looks the best it can. Tidy up front gardens, redecorate any peeling paint and freshen up any planting. Once inside the property the condition should be as good as the front of house to maintain the appeal, so again if you have the time and inclination then decorate where required, you will reap the rewards for this hard effort up front.

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90% of buyers will have made up their mind about the property before they even walk through the door.

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Where should I invest?

hepherds Bush is ideal for investment, offering exceptional transport links with underground and Overground stations and good bus routes. The planned extensive regeneration programme includes new residential developments by Shepherds Bush Market, the extension of Westfield Shopping Centre, regeneration of the White City site and Imperial College London’s new technology campus. Period and purpose built properties are a good buy-to-let investment in W12. Landlords want to ensure they achieve good rental yields. Here this is best achieved by buying a property with two good sized double bedrooms and two bathrooms near the transport links.

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What common mistakes make do sellers?

When is the best time to sell?

here is no good or bad time to sell, the market is incredibly buoyant at the moment and there is a chronic lack of stock. The number of buyers far outstrips the number of properties on the market at the moment making this a sellers market for the first time since 2007.

2. Tanya McFeely

Sales Manager of Bective Leslie Marsh, Brook Green � 020 7603 5181; bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

4. Robert Barr

Sales Manager at Kerr & Co � 020 8762 0522; kerrandco.com

3. Emma Craigie-Halkett

Manager of Faron Sutaria, Shepherds Bush � 020 8740 7766; faronsutaria.co.uk

5. Adrian Johnson

Associate Director of Hamptons International, Chiswick � 0208 987 8444; hamptons-int.com

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ESTATE AGENTS & SURVEYORS

THE PARK VIEW ROAD SEEING IS BELIEVING

£3,250,000 FREEHOLD

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

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

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LITTLE EALING RIGHT AT HOME IN THIS GLOSSY MAGAZINE

ESTATE AGENTS & SURVEYORS

is this handsome Edwardian Villa restored and extended with style flair and imagination to provide a stunning 4 bedroom home with glorious south garden and large loft ready to convert

£899,950 Freehold

EALING BROADWAY COMING SOON

BY KEW BRIDGE TALES OF THE RIVERBANK

Get your name on the invite list for when we launch these 5 fantastic brand new and spacious 4 Bedroom, 3 bathroom town residences in a private mews in the heart of Ealing Broadway, top specification

A wonderful first floor 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment with private south facing balcony enjoying lovely river views. Also has secure covered parking

Price Guide £1,250,000 Freehold

£487,950 Share Freehold

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BACKING ONTO WALPOLE PARK EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY

£1,699,000 Freehold

and these pictures will tell what a great home this is. A classic late Victorian detached double fronted residence in a highly sought after park side location. Tastefully restored and extended to provide a beautiful family home. Hall, cloak, 2 Corniced Receps, Amazing 30’ x 25’ Family living kitchen with bi-folding doors onto the garden, Laundry Room, 4 Beds, Smart bath/Shower Room, Huge Loft to convert, First Floor Roof terrace, Forecourt Parking, Lovely 70’ Walled garden with large brick studio/home office

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

sales@kerrandco.com

www.kerrandco.com A well-presented three bedroom Victorian terraced house set on this desirable residential street just off the ever popular Askew Road. The house retains a wealth of period charm and benefits from a dual aspect reception room, a bright and private South facing rear garden. There is the possibility of converting the loft to create an additional master bedroom suite subject to the usual consents.

Cobbold Road, W12 £850,000

A well-presented, spacious, three double bedroom, split level flat, laid out over the lower ground floor and raised ground floor of this converted Victorian building. The property comprises of reception room, kitchen and dining room which leads on to a west facing patio garden, utility room with WC, three double bedrooms with the master having an en-suite bathroom and a separate shower room. The flat offers over 1,200 sq ft of accommodation giving the feel of a spacious house.

Boscombe Road, W12 £699,950

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A wonderful opportunity to acquire this charming end of terrace Victorian house set on the corner of Bolingbroke Road and Redan Street. The house provides an ideal opportunity to re-arrange the layout and completely refurbish to your own taste. Currently the house provides two reception rooms with bay windows, a kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms whilst to the rear there is a large rear garden. The house requires a full program of modernisation and would make a fantastic family home. The house retains numerous original features, offers excellent natural light and a

Bolingbroke Road, W14 £995,000

wonderful rear garden

A light and spacious two double bedroom maisonette set over the first and second floors of this converted Victorian building. The property comprises of large reception room, kitchen, two bedrooms, south facing balcony, bathroom and large storage area in the eaves. The maisonette is very well presented and offers over 900 sq ft of accommodation. There is scope to increase the floor space by creating a front mansard subject to the usual consents.

Goldhawk Road, W12 £575,000

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Luxurious Lettings

Lowdown for Landlords Landlord Taxes

andlords have to pay income tax to the HM Revenue and Customs on their “net” income from letting a property just like they do on any other income. Net income is typically the rent received less “allowable expenses”, such as mortgage interest and agents fees. Landlords would also have to pay Capital Gains Tax when the property is sold on any “gain” over their annual tax free allowance unless, in some circumstances, the property had been their only home.

Becky Contractor

Brook Green is an architecturally significant district of the capital with a distinct village feel and a strong sense of community.

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itting on the cusp of central London, Westfield shopping centre, an array of friendly pubs and various restaurants are closely located alongside the M4 and M40 for those wishing to escape city life. Amongst the stunning Victorian and Edwardian properties of Brook Green is an exceptionally bright, very well appointed 3 bedroom lateral flat (125 sq m/1,345 sq ft approximately). Situated on the second floor

of this very smart mansion building. This very unique flat has a wonderful layout that would suit a family or a couple. The large reception room is southerly facing, eat in kitchen in excellent condition with a great Range cooker. Wellesley Mansions is an attractive red brick mansion block located on Edith Villas. The location offers easy access to the shops, bars and restaurants of High Street Kensington and has great transport links.

Associate Director, Featherstone Leigh, Richmond

Details

� 020 8940 1575; featherstoneleigh.co.uk

Wellesley Mansions, Edith Villas, W14 £700 Per Week

Contact

Bective Leslie Marsh, Brook Green 020 7603 5181; bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk

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Richmond It would be hard to ﬁnd a more centrally located home than this wonderful family house. Five bedrooms, good living space, garden and parking. EPC - D

£5250.00 Unfurnished

Barnes A light and spacious mansion ﬂat very close to Hammersmith Bridgewith three bedrooms, large kitchen and spacious reception room. EPC - D

£2250.00 Furnished

Richmond A newly upgraded third ﬂoor ﬂat in this well cared for lift serviced block. Two bedrooms, living dining room, kitchen and luxury bathroom. EPC - E

£1600.00 Furnished

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

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ABSOLUTELY Property

Prime Purchase

Vendor Advice Viewings

epending on what property you are buying, a member of the houses team (Teresa, Paul or Claire in Brook Green), a member of the flats team (Mike or Alex in Book Green) or a member of the Askew Road team (Justin, Juliet or Bryony) will accompany interested applicants on their viewings. We market your property to as wide a relevant target audience as we can, so you will have plenty of viewings arranged. They are booked in advance with you and we work around times that suit you and your family. Applicants feel more at ease when owners are not present so if you happen to be at home, please do not feel that you need to accompany us. We get better, honest feedback when applicants feel they can speak freely, so please allow us to do viewings – it is what you have instructed us for! Depending on the size of property you are selling, we generally only show one set of applicants at a time so that we can give them the attention they deserve and show your property to its best advantage for that individual. We stop doing viewings once an offer has been accepted by you, it is in the solicitor’s hands and a survey has been booked in.

Teresa Brewer Director Finlay Brewer � 020 7371 4171; finlaybrewer.co.uk

A thoughtful and comprehensive refurbishment has transformed this attractive Victorian end terrace into a superb contemporary family home in the heart of Brook Green.

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he property offers surprisingly lateral accommodation and is flooded with natural light throughout the four floors due to a very clever arrangement of large glass panels at the rear of the building. Bolingbroke Road is a popular, residential street in close proximity to Kensington Olympia and the local amenities of Blythe Village, West

Details

Bolingbroke Road, W14 £3,250,000

Kensington and Shepherd’s Bush including the Westfield London shopping complex. With easy access to both Shepherd’s Bush (Central Line) and Kensington Olympia (District Line) stations, which both offer London Overground services, there are good transport links surrounding this property. Accessibility to the A40 gives a convenient route in and out of London via the M40 and M25.

Contact

Marsh & Parsons, Brook Green 020 7605 7760; marshandparsons.co.uk

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The Birches

Superb Specification • Electric Gates • York Stone driveways • Alarm • CCTV • Video phone entry • Handmade doors & sash windows • Wood flooring • Rain sensors on glass roof leading to the landscaped garden

• Underfloor heating • Pre-wired for home cinema • Corian kitchen work surfaces • Bosch appliances • Handmade Cabinets • Double Glazed throughout • Walk-in wardrobes • Landscaped Gardens • Off-street parking

A development of insight

New Home Luxury Distinctive prime location

Inspirational architecture

Birch Grove is a quiet tree lined street, in the highly sought after Creffield Road conservation area. This traditional neighbourhood is highly regarded as a prime location within the borough of Ealing. Ealing Common is blessed with great local amenities and transport links. Each new home is a short walk from Ealing Common and West Acton stations. In addition to this there is a great range of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants with the wide open spaces of Ealing Common nearby.

Each of these gated homes has been meticulously designed to blend in with character of the surrounding properties so as to maintain the look of the conservation area. These four bedroomed homes have been finished to the highest possible standard using only the best materials and workmanship. Built over four floors, with artistic and insightful interior design, the space and light will provide any family with ample living space.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London W5 3LD

Tel: 020 8992 4242

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Orchards of London, as sole agents, are delighted to offer these two architect designed homes, finished to a truly exceptional standard, in the Creffied Road Conservation area, London Borough of Ealing.

All enquiries to 020 8992 4242 or enquiries@orchardsoflondon.com or visit our website www.orchardsoflondon.com

Ealing Common

Project co-ordinated by Finnegan Associates

www.orchardsoflondon.com enquiries@orchardsoflondon.com

82 High Street, Acton, London W3 6QX

Tel: 020 8997 0076

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East Churchﬁeld Road, Acton W3

£2,500,000

A magnificent six double bedroom semi-detached home finished to an incredible standard, boasting generous outdoor space and spacious accommodation throughout. This spectacular property comprises a breath taking reception opening onto the library/study. The property offers a fabulous open plan kitchen/diner leading to a 63ft rear garden, including a tremendous master bedroom with en-suite, five further bedrooms and three bathrooms across two floors.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London, W5 3LD Tel: 020 8992 4242 enquiries@orchardsoﬂondon.com

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Thorney Hedge Road, Chiswick W4

£1,699,950

A truly spectacular ﬁve bedroom detached home beautifully presented in immaculate condition, beneﬁtting from a private garden located on a tree-lined residential road in Chiswick. The property comprises a spacious reception area, a stunning open plan kitchen and spacious dining room leading out to a 56ft private garden. This highly sought after address is located within the Belmont School Catchment Area and only a short walk to Gunnersbury Station.

Airedale Avenue, Chiswick W4

£1,900 per week

A stunning six bedroom house with three reception rooms and spacious lower ground floor. The property consists of a reception room, a second living room, open plan kitchen/dining room with bi-fold doors opening onto a 50’ private garden. The first floor comprises a master bedroom with en suite bathroom, a further double bedroom and separate bathroom. On the second floor are three further double bedrooms and a fourth bathroom.

www.orchardsoﬂondon.com Tel: 020 8995 9797 171 Chiswick High Road, Chiswick, London, W4 2DR

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WINNING

Beaufort Road, Ealing W5

£1,600,000

An exquisite ﬁve bedroom detached home boasting an incredible 85ft private garden with spacious accommodation. The property consists of a delightful front patio with off street parking, large reception, a dining room with fabulous bay window, a kitchen/diner with high spec features and access to the breath-taking rear garden. This desirable address is close to North Ealing, West Acton and Ealing Broadway stations.

The Grove, Ealing W5

£992 per week

A superb four storey townhouse with modern styling located on a premier road in Ealing Broadway. This four bedroom property is situated in a private mews and is in exceptional condition throughout. The Grove beneﬁts from an off-street parking space and garage. The Grove is situated moments from the shops, bars and restaurants along Ealing Broadway and all the transport links of Uxbridge Road, Ealing Broadway Station and Ealing Common stations are nearby.

7 Station Parade, Ealing Common, London, W5 3LD Tel: 020 8992 4242 enquiries@orchardsoﬂondon.com

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Birch Grove, Acton W3

£1,545,000

A ﬁve bedroom house ideally located on a desirable road in the heart of Ealing and beneﬁtting from a private garden. Birch Grove is situated within walking distance of a great range of amenities along the Uxbridge Road and Ealing Common station is within walking distance.

Coverdale Road, Shepherds Bush W12

£1, 259 per week

We are delighted to offer for let this superb five bedroom property presented in immaculate condition and boasting chic, modern design throughout. Consisting of a double reception and dining room with a stunning modern kitchen/ diner leading out to a beautiful conservatory and private garden. Benefits of this property include a fantastic roof terrace. Shepherds Bush Market and Westfields Shopping Centre are within easy reach of the property.

82 High Street, Acton, London, W3 6QX Tel: 020 8997 0076 enquiries@orchardsoﬂondon.com

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ABSOLUTELY Property

Living the Dream � The most luxuriously appointed properties on the market.

The Power House, W4

his landmark building in central Chiswick, the first 20th century building to be Grade II listed, used to power the trams of west London. Extensively redeveloped in the late 1980’s, the building now houses Metropolis Recording Studios and its lofty heights are home to an array of exclusive apartments. For sale is the principal penthouse totalling over 3,500 sq ft of flexible living and entertaining space with an exceptional south facing terrace offering far reaching views. This is the ultimate west London penthouse.

£2,500,000 Whitman & Co � 020 8747 8800; whitmanandco.com

Maldon Road, W3

Longfield Road, W5

£1,100,000

£1,950,000

beautifully presented five bedroom Victorian house located in the sought-after Poets Corner. The property offers a double reception room with high ceilings, fireplaces and original floor boards throughout, a stunning kitchen/dining room leading onto a west facing garden and a downstairs cloakroom. On the first landing there are three large double bedrooms, a family bathroom and a west facing roof terrace, whilst on the second floor there are two spacious double bedrooms with one ensuite shower room.

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Chiswick, W4

£550 pw

An outstanding four bedroom

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shelving and cabinets, four double bedrooms, two ensuite shower rooms, a family bathroom and

boasts a mature garden to the rear.

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Right in the heart of Chiswick, opposite to High Road House,

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An immaculately presented two bedroom modern house located in quiet cul-de-sac off King Street. The accommodation is arranged over three floors with open plan kitchen/reception room and a lovely airy conservatory. The property is within easy reach of the numerous amenities offered on King Street, as well as being within close proximity to the open spaces of Ravenscourt Park. The nearest underground station is at Hammersmith. A further range of local independent shops, pubs and restaurants can be found close-by in Brackenbury Village. Offered chain free. EPC = D. Hammersmith Office  0208 563 0123 hammersmith@bushells.com

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OARE, WILTSHIRE £2,750,000 FREEHOLD HILLCREST ROAD, W5 OFFERS IN THE REGION OF: £3,500,00 FREEHOLD An extraordinary and individual modern country house a stunning location. Builtonto originally in 1962 for and the artist Pound House Arguably one of Ealing’s finest residencies, enjoying aninelevated position looking Hanger Hill Park benefiJohn ting Merton, from total privacy is broadly Palladian in styleits and is aextensive wide, single storeyand building withexcellent large windows over looking the gardens. It was extended 1978isto and tranquility. Set within own grounds offering family accommodation. A notable feature of thisin home the includeswimming a garden room a large studio the complex including workshop and room currently has very high ceilingswith and its indoor pool and its amenities; separate coachahouse (ideal fordark an au pair). The andproperty the stunning south facing rear garden brick parapets surrounding the roof which hasThis good glass house and further grounds to the side. is astorage uniquespace. opportunity for a prospective purchaser to stamp their own mark on this period style Manor home. Call us for a private viewing appointment.

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OARE, WILTSHIRE ÂŁ2,750,000 FREEHOLD THORPEBANK ROAD, W12 ÂŁ675,000 FREEHOLD Anwonderful extraordinary and individual country house in Groves a stunning Built originally in Edwardian 1962 for the artisthas John Merton, Pound A family home in the modern increasingly fashionable arealocation. of Shepherds Bush. This house recently been theHouse is broadly in make style and a wide, single storey building large windows over thecomprises gardens. Itofwas extended in 1978 to subject of Palladian a beautiful overisand is presented to the marketwith in superb condition. Thelooking property a substantial double include a garden roomdoors and aopening large studio a workshop room . Thebedrooms property on currently has veryand high and reception with French ontocomplex a larger including than average decked and rear dark garden, three the first floor anceilings exquisite brick parapets surrounding roof which has good space. master with en-suite on thethe already converted top flstorage oor. Further benefits include a half height basement for storage. Freehold | Four Bedrooms | Reception Room | Kitchen Room | Ensuite Bathroom Rear|Garden | Very good decoration Four bedrooms | four bathrooms | garden room | hall |Dining drawing room| Bathroom | studio complex | dining room| |Private wine cellar integrated garaging | small lake| Beautifully arboretum | fi nished Edwardian over six acres of landproperty | Close to transport links

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OARE, WILTSHIRE ÂŁ2,750,000 FREEHOLD CEYLON ROAD, W14 ÂŁ1,170,000 FREEHOLD An extraordinary individual modern country house in a stunning location. Built originally in 1962 for the artist Merton, Pound House This mid-terracedand cottage is offered in good order throughout yet allows an ingoing purchaser the opportunity toJohn extend and improve, is broadly style and is a wide, singleThe storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It was reception extended in 1978 to subject to Palladian the usual in consents being obtained. accommodation currently comprises an entrance lobby, double room, kitchen include a garden room and a large studio including aand workshop dark room . The currently hasbedroom very highand ceilings and and conservatory on the ground floor; twocomplex double bedrooms family and bathroom on the firstproperty floor and a further en suite brick parapets surrounding roofThe which has good storage space. includes a large brick-built storage shed with mains electricity. shower room on the secondthe floor. sizeable private rear garden Entrance Lobby || four Double Reception Room room | Kitchen | Three Bedrooms | En| Suite Shower Room | Rear Garden| with shed Four bedrooms bathrooms | garden | hall| Conservatory | drawing room | studio complex| Bathroom | dining room wine cellar | integrated garaging smallstorage lake arboretum | Brook Green over six acreslocation of land | EPC Rating Band: D

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OARE, WILTSHIRE ÂŁ2,750,000 FREEHOLD WATCHFIELD COURT, CHISWICK W4 ÂŁ375,000 An extraordinary and individualismodern country a stunning Built originally for the artist John Merton, Pound House This well presented apartment in arguably onehouse of theinmost soughtlocation. after apartment blocksin in1962 Chiswick. With its porter and residents is broadly Palladian in a style and isjust a wide, single storey building with large windows over looking the gardens. It wasofextended 1978 to parking together with location minutes walk from the High Road and tube station, it is appealing to buyers all ages. in The apartment include garden room and a large studio complex a workshop and dark room . The property has very highand ceilings and has oneabedroom and its own balcony giving muchincluding desired outside space. The communal gardens arecurrently also a lovely feature it is no brick parapets surroundinghere therarely roof which good surprise that apartments comehas onto the storage market. space. One apartment with lift | Balcony | Minutesroom walk| to Chiswick High| Road | Residentsgaraging parking | Porter Four bedroom bedroomsthird | fourfloor bathrooms | garden room | hall | drawing studio complex dining| Communal room | wineGardens cellar | integrated small lake arboretum | over six acres of land

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ANNABELS MEWS, W5

£761 PER WEEK

DELAMERE ROAD, W5

£1,107 PER WEEK

A rare opportunity to rent a newly built four bedroom property

This spacious property in Ealing Common has been refurbished to a

in a private cul-de-sac with off-street parking and ideally located

very high standard and boasts five bedrooms and three bathrooms.

for Pitshanger Lane, providing a vast range of shops and the ever

Other benefits include a large office in the garden as well as a garage

popular park. Viewings recommended. EPC: B.

and off street parking. EPC: D.

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VALETTA ROAD, W3

£650 PER WEEK

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LIME GROVE, W12

£750 PER WEEK

A beautiful four bedroom Edwardian house offering enormous

A grand Victorian house offering a wealth of period splendour in

character. Completely refurbished in the last year. A delightful

a central location. A beautifully presented home, offers a double

double reception room, fitted kitchen diner which leads to south

reception room, a cellar, generous kitchen diner and a private rear

facing patio, four good sized bedrooms and two bathrooms.

garden. Four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and ample storage.

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RICHMOND WAY, W14

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£595 PER WEEK

LORD NAPIER PLACE, W6

£585 PER WEEK

Beautifully presented three bedroom apartment on the second

Charming, three-storey, end-of-terrace Victorian house arranged over

floor of this sought after mansion block in the heart of Brook Green.

three floors and located on a private no-through road just a stone’s

Suitable for a small family.

throw from the Thames.

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FIELDING ROAD, W4

£675 PER WEEK

Rarely available to the market, is a charming two bedroom cottage

This beautifully presented 4 bedroom Family house is located on the

that has been sympathetically restored to a high standard whilst

edge of the Bedford Park conservation area on a tree lined residential

retaining the charm of its origins.

street ideally situated for the local amenities and Transport links.

2 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 2 reception rooms | Private courtyard garden

4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Double reception room | Unfurnished

For more information on this property call: Chiswick office |office 020 8994 Hammersmith | 0207096 7371 4466

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Winkworth’s got West covered Shepherds Bush

Hammersmith

Ben Hunt, Sales Manager 129 Shepherds Bush Rd 020 7371 4466

he Hammersmith office has experienced a particularly busy 2013, starting the year with a major rebrand and the refurbishment of our office on the corner of Brook Green. So far, the market has outperformed all expectations with several significant sales being achieved, perhaps most notably the sale of Westcott Lodge on Lower Mall which exchanged contracts in May at a price in excess of £5million. Lack of supply has contributed in part to significant price rises throughout the area, along with an influx of overseas buyers. The local lettings market has also performed well, with the summer being particularly busy and the usual arrival of new graduates looking to move to London for job placements has kept demand particularly high for properties suitable for professional sharers.

Simon Waller, Sales Manager 97 Uxbridge Rd 020 8735 3266

f pressed to explain my love for Shepherds Bush in one word I think that word would be change. A constant hive of activity, I have witnessed the area’s relentless improvement over my many years. More recently, we have seen the opening of The Westfield Shopping complex (which has been so successful that it is soon to be extended), the opening of numerous independent restaurants and bars, the upgrading of a transport infrastructure that was already the envy of much of London and programmes of improvements making our wonderful open spaces a delight for all. Enjoying a genuinely cosmopolitan atmosphere with peoples from all over the world making Shepherds Bush their home, things are never going to stand still or become dull and smug here. If you have spent no time here you have missed out, visit us soon.

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inkworth Chiswick are experiencing a very strong market for sales. We are seeing a substantial number of buyers and nowhere near South side of Shepherds Bush Green enough properties coming onto the market to meet this demand. As a result, there are often several buyers for each newly listed property. It really does mean though, that for anyone looking to sell, now is the time. Examples this week include achieving a record price on a two bedroom, riverfront apartment in Chiswick which attracted massive interest and being instructed on a property that failed to sell with another agent, revaluing it £20,000 higher and getting a full asking price offer in just two days. These are sales that we are very proud of, to say nothing of making two of our vendors very happy.

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ith more parks than any other borough in London, it is little wonder why Ealing (known as ‘Queen of the Suburbs’) is a particularly popular destination for the family market. The prospect of Crossrail is already generating a huge amount of interest from investors and professional alike, who are keen to buy now with the very strong likelihood of continued price rises. With so much to look forward to in the area, Ealing Broadway has also witnessed a number of new bars and restaurants opening and more local areas such as Poets Corner are now well served by the parade of shops in Churchfield Road. Ealing & Acton offers such a diverse range of property from your period houses and flats to your more modern 1930s and newer build. What is particularly evident is the amount of new build taking place locally, which is also selling at a pace as buyers continue to outstrip seller numbers.

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oaring temperatures, nail-biting tennis, prizes, Pimms… No, not Wimbledon, but Finals Day at the Gunnersbury Triangle Tennis Club in July. This little-known, family-friendly, Sports & Social Club, is tucked away off Gunnersbury Avenue close to Acton Town tube station. It boasts 6 artificial grass tennis courts and a thriving tennis membership – with 9 teams playing in the Middlesex leagues. Ten Club competitions were battled out on one of the hottest days of the year with temperatures topping 30 degrees. Fortunately for friends and family watching the event, a marquee had been erected. This provided welcome shade for drinking Pimms, enjoying afternoon tea and shouting encouragement to the flagging players. The day commenced with the Mens and Ladies Singles

Finals at 12 noon and spectators were treated to some superb and close 3 set matches with the concluding shot in the Mixed Doubles being played under the floodlights at 9.30pm! Fortunately there was a still a good crowd around enjoying the balmy evening and a tasty barbeque, to provide applause for the final victors. 2013 Champions were presented with their Cups by the Club’s main sponsor Narendra Gandhi (pictured), Partner of Winkworth Ealing & Acton. Winkworth also kindly donated bottles of bubbly and wine to winners and runners-up and were thanked by Tennis Section Chairman Dick Sands for their ongoing support. For more information: 020 8896 0123, www. gunnersburytriangleclub.org.uk New members always welcome – juniors to seniors – tennis, table tennis, karate, bowls, keep fit.

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Melrose Gardens W6 ÂŁ2,250,000 Located on a quiet tree lined street, this superb family home is presented in excellent condition throughout. Arranged over five floors the accommodation comprises a large double reception room, kitchen/breakfast room with glass doors leading out to the south facing garden, a media/playroom, a separate utility room and a study. The bedroom accommodation boasts a superb master bedroom with beautiful en suite bathroom, five further bedrooms (two en suite) and a further bathroom. Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents. BROOK GREEN: 020 7605 7760 sales.bkg@marshandparsons.co.uk

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