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ISLAND LIFE

DISCOVER THE ROYAL PALM MAURITIUS

RICHARD E. GRANT

ON THE ROLE OF A LIFETIME

HIPPY CHIC EMBRACING THE BOHO STYLE

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20 07 EDITOR’S LETTER c u lt u r e 08 ABSOLUTELY LOVES What we’re coveting this month

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WHAT’S ON

Diary dates for August

GRANT & I

Richard E. Grant charms us with good British humor and refreshing honesty

44 22 BOHEMIAN RHAPSODY

Visit faraway lands with August’s exotic, hippy-inspired fashion shoot

32 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

The month’s best beauty buys and reviews

35 HEAVEN SCENT

Perfumes to evoke summertime memories

food & drink 39 TABLE TALK

Colourful choccies and wine pairings for summer by Jane Parkinson

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This month’s hottest trends and products

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FOOD REVIEW

We eat at local gastropub, The Palmerston

t r av e l 44 CHILL AND THRILL

We discover the two sides of Mauritius

COVERS: Courtesy of Miss Sixty.

Shot by Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott. Model Natalia Vodianova Miss Sixty, Westfield Stratford, E15 2JU BLACKHEATH & GREENWICH: Jacket: £615, Trousers: n/a BROMLEY & CHISLEHURST: Jacket: £280; Pullover:£90; Skirt £100 misssixty.com

k i d s & e d u c at i o n 57 SMALL TALK This month’s top buys for kids

interiors 50 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

59 MOTHER TONGUE

53 GARDEN PARTY

PROPERTY 70 PROPERTY ROUND UP

Update your home with the latest Danish designs and our favorite contemporary products Enjoy outdoor living with Jessica Klingelfuss’ favourite polished pieces

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50 Amanda Constance reports on the UK’s first English-Mandarin bilingual nursery

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ugust in London makes it feel like everyone is on holiday – except, of course, for you. Children dominate the tube, every bus is crammed with pushchairs and a day in the park is only possible if you arrive at the crack of dawn and fight off the au pairs with a stick. Bearing this in mind, in this issue we attempt to offer you a little escapism, whether you’re stuck in the office or cooped up at home with the kids.

Our travel feature this month has us jetting off to the island of Mauritius.

Balancing the indulgence of a beach holiday with the excitement of an adventure-packed break, Mauritius has all bases covered. See page 44 to find out how your editor fared when attempting ziplining for the first time (spoiler alert: I panicked).

If you can’t actually jump on a plane and jet off to paradise, you can at least dress the part with our fashion shoot on page 22. Styled by our brilliant fashion editor, Charlotte Adsett, the vivid prints

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and patterns summon up visions of Moroccan markets and sunset over the riads.

Our lead interview this month is Richard E. Grant, an expert in the field of escapism, having spent a career creating characters worlds away from his quiet, charming self. Find out why he’s taken a break from acting to dabble in the perfume industry on page 14.

Those wanting to escape at the end of a long day into a welcoming environment with delicious food and great wine need look no further than our review of The Palmerston on page 41. We recommend the grilled peach, goats curd and homemade brioche for a starter that will transport you away.

I hope you enjoy the issue. Tchuss! ◆

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BLING RING

This 9kt gold ring by Zara Simon sees the iconic skyline of London wrapped around your finger. Made to order, this is a beautifully crafted piece to treasure. £1,430; avenue32.com

SEASIDE SILHOUETTES

Shot by the great Michelangelo di Battista, whose work has been in Italian Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar and GQ (among others), Blugirl’s latest campaign sees model Misha Hart play down by the British seaside.

With a mix of pattern and texture, this season’s collection is both boyish and romantic. blugirl.it

PARK LIFE

Bring the outdoors in with these geometric hanging copper baskets from Ro Co, which are designed to be filled with your choice of hassle-free air plants. ro-co.uk

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BELAIRE BUBBLES

Made in Provence from Syrah, Grenache and Cinsault rosé grapes, this fizz by Luc Belaire is full of fruity, floral flavours and has a creamy, silky finish. 31dover.com

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ABSOLUTELY / LOVES FEMININE FANCY

This dreamy campaign sees the dark black setting softened by delicate flowers and light reflecting mirrors. All of which complement the rich embroidery of the dresses to a tee. blumarine.com

LOVELY LIGHT

This brilliant pendant bulb by Ladies & Gentleman Studio features a series of stacked beads that come custommade with as many tiers as you want. goodhoodstore.com

PINK LADY

Squinting is never chic. Protect your eyes from the summer sun with these playful Prada sunnies. It’s no coincidence their retro frame looks great by the pool. £245; matchesfashion.com

DEEP BLUE

With a slim stiletto heel and chunky angle strap, these velvet sandals are impeccably designed. But we’d expect nothing less from Gianvito Rossi, he is Italian after all. £520; brownsfashion.com

RETRO TIME

The fact that this watch is designed for men won’t stop us from wearing it on our wrists. Inspired by the chic style of the Fifties this minimalistic watch is a meticulously crafted timepiece. degrisogono.com

PERFECT POUCH

Small enough to carry with you on a night out but big enough for all of your necessities (phone, keys, lipstick, Oyster) this pouch, designed by London Edit, is what we’ll be carrying around this summer. £88; wolfandbadger.com

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SELGASCANO’S SERPENTINE Now in its 15th year, the annual Serpentine Galleries Serpentine Pavilion is one of the world’s biggest art installations. This year, Spanish architecture firm selgascano took the reigns and designed this chrysalis-like structure, so step inside and get inspired.

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HAWK TALK

E v e r y Mo n d ay t h ro u gh o u t Au g us t C u tty S a rk id you know that the Cutty Sark’s rigging is looked after by a hawk, D named Norman? Flying around the ship, Norman scares off pigeons, starlings and the occasional seagull to stop them roosting in the riggings. Turn up early to see him at work. u King William Walk, SE10; rmg.co.uk

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1 Au g u s t C u tty S a rk G a rde ns roviding the opportunity for local professionals and budding musicians P to perform in public spaces, this festival allows Trinity Laban musicians to play classical and contemporary music for guests to the gardens. u Croom’s Hill, SE10; royalgreenwich.gov.uk

Africanival 3 0 August Th e Horn iman Mu seum and G arde n s

So you’ve been and done Notting Hill Carnival, why not try something a little closer to home? This year, the Horniman are transforming their garden and putting on an evening of African extravagance with specifically commissioned carnival parades, live music from across the African continent, pop-up performances, food and more.

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T h ro u gh o u t Au g u s t T he C o ns e r va ti o re rab your bucket and spade and head to the man-made beach at The G Conservatoire. With rockpools to explore and sandcastles to build, this fun beach, sponsored by local estate agent John Payne, promises to be a great day out. u 19-21 Lee Road, SE3; conservatoire.org.uk

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HOME AFFAIRS SUMMER SCREEN PRINTS

Un ti l 23 Augus t S ome rset House o mark their third year at Somerset House, Film4 Summer Screen has T commissioned screen-printing studio, Print Club London, to design a series of prints inspired by original movie posters. Featuring established designers alongside emerging talent, this is an eclectic collection of work. ◆ Strand, WC2; somersethouse.org.uk

Fro m 2 0 Au g u s t N OW G a ll e r y elebrating London’s diverse design C landscape, this exhibition looks at cross-cultural collaboration. Set against a backdrop of indigenous plants, objects, and garments, furniture designer Yinka Ilori has created a display that encourages guests to navigate the space. ◆ The Gateway Pavilions, SE10; nowgallery.co.uk

DULWICH BOOKS HALF A WAR Joe Abercrombie

£ 1 2.9 9, Ha r per Vo ya ger With this final part of his Shattered Sea trilogy now out, anyone who is missing the political machinations, guts and glory of Game of Thrones would do well to check this out. Heart racing fantasy of the highest order, the varied cast of the earlier books are bought together for the war that will decide the fate of all. ◆

RUNNING GIRL Simon Ma son

£ 7.9 9, D a v i d Fi ck li n g Garvie Smith has a massive IQ and terrible grades. We join him as he takes a more than casual interest into the police investigation of his ex-girlfriend’s death. A twisty and intricately plotted crime novel, with a smart, slouchy, lazy, cheeky teenage boy detective charming his way in and out of trouble. ◆

THE WHO’S TOMMY

Un ti l 23 Augus t G re e nwich T he a t re his five-time TONY Award, four-time Drama Desk Award and three-time T Olivier Award winning musical is an exhilarating story of hope, healing, and the human spirit. Following the plight of a deaf, dumb and blind pinball-playing boy, this awe-inspiring play has puzzled and delighted hundreds of audiences for more than 40 years. ◆ Croom’s Hill, SE10; greenwichtheatre.org.uk

SUMMERTIME Vanessa L afaye

£ 7.9 9, O r i o n Racial tensions and hurricane season clash in this wonderful novel based on the true story of WWI veterans working in the Florida Keys. From the energetic opening scene, to the catastrophic climax, this book whips along with a cast of layered characters. This brings to life a painful period in America’s history.

By Chloe Mavrommatis, Dulwich Books, 6 Croxted Road, SE21; dulwichbooks.co.uk

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GRANT & I Following the launch of his second fragrance, Covent Garden, we speak to Londoner Richard E. Grant about scent & the Spice Girls I n t e r v i e w r o m y va n d e n b r o e k e

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met Richard E. Grant on a sunny day in April at The Corner Restaurant and Champagne bar in Selfridges. One of Britain's most eminent acting talents, loved as much for his slurring turn in Withnail & I as for his humourless first footman in Gosford Park, I found myself a little intimidated.

But when I arrived at the event, Grant got up and meandered over to introduce himself. “Hello, I’m Richard. You must be Romy,” he took my hand and shook it firmly, before making a joke - one I can’t remember because of a mild case of being struck by stardom - and warning me, with a wry smile, to eat all of my breakfast because he had forked out for it himself.

Immaculately dressed in a slim cut navy blazer and with a leonine head of perfectly coiffed hair, Grant is every bit the veteran British thespian - but his self-effacing demeanor, raucous sense of humour and effortless British charm put me instantly at ease.

Grant’s formidable acting career hasn’t slowed with age (he turned 58 in May).

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deals with failure and that is SOMETHING MORE PEOPLE might be able to EMPATHISE with than success His recent cameo in acclaimed American television series Girls is evidence of Grant’s ability to remain relevant. Lena Dunham, the writer, director and star of the series, wrote Grant into the role of Jasper, an onand-off-the-wagon cocaine addict indulging in an affair with a girl half his age.

As a self-confessed fan of Withnail & I, it’s easy to see where Dunham’s inspiration for the character came from.

There’s a mutual admiration between the two, palpable in the way Grant speaks about her. “[She] write[s] with such extraordinary insight and honesty,” he continues, describing her as an “uber multi-hyphenate phenomenon”.

Any good actor has a couple of stinkers on their resumé, and Grant is not exempt.

2014's Dom Hemmingway is definitely up there, and let's not forget Spice Girls: The Movie. But in general, Grant’s managed to avoid any major flops. From his recent role as Lord Michael Heseltine in 2011 The Iron Lady, to the voice of Percy in Disney’s Pocahontas, Grant’s repertoire is extensive to say the least - he starred in Francis Ford Coppola’s acclaimed Bram Stoker’s Dracula in 1992, The Age of Innocence in 1993, the aforementioned Gosford Park in 2001 and Bright Young Things in 2003. More recently, Grant played Simon Bricker, an art historian, in Downton Abbey and is currently filming forthcoming ITV drama Jekyll and Hyde.

Even with a plethora of box office hits in the bag, the one film most people associate with Grant is Bruce Robinson’s 1987 cult classic, Withnail & I, in which Grant plays an alcoholic Nihlist with a penchant for drinking lighter fluid.

Grant attributes the film’s cult success to the fact that it “deals with failure and that is something more people might be able to empathise with than success.”

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He continues, “[Withnail & I] has no plot nor any of the things every other successful movie relies on. The script is also scabrously witty and infused with profound loss and nostalgia. In other words, it’s truly romantic.

“It opened every career door for me.

In the three decades since it was made, it still gets quoted at me by total strangers on a daily basis.” With such success so early on his career, has anything else lived up to it? “Writing and directing my autobiographical film WAH-WAH was a real highlight too, as I was able to re-visit my incredibly dysfunctional family life from the safety of middle age.”

Born of English, Dutch and German ancestry, Grant’s upbringing was a colourful one. His father, Henrik Esterhuysen, was head of education for the British government administration in the former British Protectorate of Swaziland. When he was ten, Grant witnessed his mother sleeping with his father’s best friend in the back of his car - a cataclysmic event which led to the subsequent divorce of his parents.

Writing and producing the film WAHWAH, the autobiographical take on this traumatic period of his life, in 2005 was, for Grant, “very intense and cathartic, while directing it was entirely liberating as we filmed in most of the locations where the key events in the story took place.” Surprisingly, Grant's mother gave the film her blessing, something he describes as “both generous and much appreciated.”

A former sufferer of depression, Grant now speaks openly about mental health and attributes his recovery to 18-months of rigorous psychoanalysis, claiming that it saved his life. He also believes that acting has helped him to cope with painful memories from his past. “Acting is a great way of dealing with and confronting difficult issues, as you are always examining behavior and what motivates people to do the things they do.” With this in mind, I ask, is there anything he’d like to tell his younger self? “Rest easy. You will live beyond 52” – the age his father died – “You will fall in love.

You will have a child. You

moon in 1969, when I was 12 years old, have I wanted to go into outer space.”

He may not have made it out of the atmosphere just yet, but Grant has recently branched into a surprising new industry. Last year he launched his first fragrance, Jack. Far from the Beyonces and Britneys of the fragrance world, Grant saw Jack as an opportunity to explore his obsession with scent. “I have been led by my nose all my life and compulsively sniffed everything in sight,” he admits. As a boy, his concerned parents asked why he felt the need to smell everything, to which he responded: “All animals smell everything, why not us?”

At the age of 12 Grant, taken with a local girl, decided to create a perfume for RICHARD E GRANT’S LATEST FRAGRANCE COVENT GARDEN her by boiling gardenia and rose petals in sugar water, sealing them in jars and burying them in the garden. It didn’t work, but ignited a genuine interest in the art of fragrance making. Forty years later and, with the encouragement of his close friend fashion designer Anya Hindmarch, Grant took the plunge.

Sleeved in a Union Jack-adorned canvas bag, the fragrance contains notes of lime, marijuana and mandarin, with heart notes of nutmeg and clove, and base notes of vetiver and musk. Grant attributes the inclusion of cannabis to his upbringing in Swaziland, a place also will live in London. And you will go to known as The Gold Mine of Marijuana.

Hollywood.”

Grant’s latest scent, Covent Garden, Though Grant’s father wanted him to is now available, having launched in become a barrister, “I was so talkative June. Imbued with notes of rose, orange and argumentative, but law was never and carrot, the fragrance is inspired by a serious consideration,” the actor Covent Garden Market as featured in My originally wanted to tread the surface of Fair Lady - a nod to his theatrical roots. the moon rather than the boards. “Ever Despite travelling the world for work, since Neil Armstrong set foot on the Grant is a determined Londoner. “I love London for the variety of theatre, music, museums, galleries and history. They’re unbeatable. And, if a city could be deemed to have a sense of humour, London most definitely has that.”

His favourite gallery is the National Portrait Gallery, while his theatre of choice is the National, and if you’re lucky you might spot him wandering the streets, probably en route to grab a bite at Spring, Skye Gyngell's new eatery in Somerset GRANT IN HIS SEMINAL ROLE IN WITHNAIL & I House. u

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NEW GENERATION Shot by Mario Testino, on the streets of Mayfair, the new Burberry campaign for AW15 features a cast of 12 young British actors, musicians and models including Clara Paget, Ella Richards and Tom Odell. burberry.com

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Snakeskin, culottes and statement sandals are at the top of our must-buy list this August Wo r d s c h a r l o t t e a d s e t t

SELFPORTRAIT Wo r d s s t e p h a n i e k i n g

loggers fawn over it; celebrities to wear it; and us, we B clamour just simply want to get our hands on it. Self-portrait, the luxury womenswear label founded in 2013 by Han Chong, is technically an emerging brand; but with such a refined aesthetic and such a clearly defined vision, self-portrait appears as established as the Valentinos and Elie Saabs of this world.

The Central Saint Martins alumnus enrobes names such as Reese Witherspoon, Miranda Kerr and Rachel McAdams; yet its figure-flattering cuts are for every shape.

Chong uses guipere lace, embroidery and layered textiles to celebrate the female form, where each piece is a veritable head-turner.

It is for this very reason that every occasion simply demands a self-portrait ensemble.

So with all of our diaries brimming with spring/summer weddings, consider selfportrait’s Pre-Fall ’15 collection your go-to brand. Pick from an array of semi sheer midi dresses, with underlays highlighting gingham and leaf patterns; culottes and co-ord tops with exaggerated box pleat peplums; and a colour palette of black, bordeaux, white and steel blue. With a self-portrait wedding wardrobe, you’ll look so good it will make the relatively miniscule price you pay (for a designer brand, that is) even sweeter. u ● SELF-PORTRAIT

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Making Waves Melissa Odabash

If you are still looking for that dream swimsuit, bikini or kaftan for your summer holiday, then look no further than swimwear designer to the stars, Melissa Odabash. Melissa’s striking brights and trademark animal prints are a hit with the A-list including Kate Middleton, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Kate Moss. melissaodabash.com

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Liberty Bags

Liberty London have updated their much loved ‘Iphis’ print handbag and accessories with a new embossed leather range. From classic totes and backpacks, through to wallets and iPad cases – all available in a rainbow of colours – this is a seriously covetable collection. ‘Marlborough’ Large Leather Tote, £595; liberty.co.uk

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THE HOT STEPPER Paula Cademartori S hoes

One of our favourite handbag designers Paula Cademartori has recently launched her much anticipated shoe line, and we couldn’t be more in lust.

The ‘Lotus’ sandal combines intricate Italian craftsmanship and celebrates the namesake flower with laser cut detailing and lace up straps. From £740; paulacademartori.com

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WIDE ANGLE Culottes

The Fash Pack have been wearing them for a while – the early adopters that they are – now wide leg culottes suddenly seem super wearable and the thing we most want to buy. Find the right length for your height and team with high sandals for the most flattering silhouette.

Roksanda, £775; net-a-porter.com

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HAUTE HIPPIE Vy s h y v a n k a B y V i k a K i n

The current fashion hit of Instagram is cult label Vyshyvanka by Vita Kin, whose bohemian bell sleeve embroidered dresses have caused mega waiting lists around the world. The dresses aren’t currently stocked in the UK, but we have been assured that Matches and Net-a-Porter will be stocking for early August. Phew.

Prices from £1,100; coming soon at matchesfashion.com + net-a-porter.com

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01. SAINT LAURENT Sandals, £710; farfetch.com 02. MARNI Handbag, £1,930; net-a-porter.com 03. BARBARA BUI Vest, £102; yoox.com 04. DIANE VON FURSTENBERG Skirt, £240; farfetch.com 05. MELISSA ODABASH Bikini, £81; theoutnet.com 06. ZIMMERMANN, Dress, £195 net-a-porter.com 07. ANCIENT GREEK Sandals, £200; ancient-greek-sandals.com

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Leopard print silk jumpsuit, £210; Rosamosario at theoutnet.com Headpiece, £425; Eugenia Kim at Liberty Earrings, £120 and bangles, £45 each; Pebble London Ring on first finger, £190; Maria Francesca Pepe and on third finger, £108; Maria Black Rug and cushions from a selection; rajtentclub.com

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Milda Chellingsworth Dulwich-based personal stylist & founder of Styling for You styling for you .co

 Who is your style icon?  Brigitte Bardot.

 What is your favourite film in terms of design?  I love Coco Before Chanel – for the clothes and the incredible fashion story that it tells.

 What is your favourite era in fashion?  The sixties – I think it was more of an understated sexy style.

 What’s your favourite Dulwich hang out?  I love the new Picture House Cinema on Lordship Lane and I also really like the Dulwich Picture Gallery – it was the location for Erdem’s Pre-Fall 2015 shoot.  Who are some of your favourite fashion designers?  This season, I like Vanessa Bruno, Acne, Chloe (especially for shoes) and dresses by Sea and Zara.

 What is your favourite travel destination?  I would love to go back to Sri Lanka, Cuba or Sicily.

 What is your favourite piece of art?  ‘Hair Portraits’

by Mr Bingo. They were a wedding gift and are now hung in our living room.

 What is your favourite label/piece you have ever sourced for a client?  I love Osman. He actually personally fitted a bespoke wedding dress for one of my clients in his London studio, which was unforgettable.

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 If you could dress one person, who would it be?  Emma Stone.

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MELLOW YELLOW It’s never too early to start thinking about the beauty trends you’re going to channel in autumn, we suggest taking inspiration from Peter Pilotto’s AW15 show and roughly line your eyes with mustard yellow. maccosmetics.com

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Vaniday have a carefully curated catalogue of salons, nail bars and yoga studios arranged according to your location. Their specialised service will also link you to experts in a range of fields including personal trainers, yoga instructors and masage therapists among many others.

As I find it next to impossible to squeeze in the time to organise hair and nail apointments (let alone yoga!), Vaniday proved to be a

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Being Beige Chanel

Still searching for the perfect summer make up? Look no further, Chanel have nailed it with their Les Beiges 2015 collection. Modelled here by the original bronze goddess, Gisele Bündchen, choose from muted peaches, soft tawny and pastel pinks. chanel.com

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The biggest beauty trend of 2015 is one of the hardest trends to pull off: the no make up look. Luckily Perricone MD have just released a collection of skincare make up which subtly covers and keeps your skin healthy. Our hero product is the No Foundation Foundation, which works to minimise wrinkles and correct undertones. perrriconemd.co.uk

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If you’ve missed the pastel hair trend this summer you must have been living under a rock – or at least somewhere without Instagram. Our favourite temporary pastel look comes from Maria Nila; her Azure Colour Refresh will make you hair mermaid-tastic. marianila.com

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Paint a peach hue onto your pout this summer with either subtle apricot or bright coral. Expert tip: make sure you set them off against bronzed skin.

Try one of these MAC’s lipsticks – one of which has just launched in collaboration with Giambattista Valli – for the perfect summer accessory. maccosmetics.co.uk

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SUNNY SIDE UP Bobbi Brown

Still the face of Bobbi Brown, Kate Upton models the brand’s Sandy Nudes collection with ease. The collection has been updated for summer 2015 with a delicious body oil, summer bronzers and a gorgeous set of nail varnishes in a creamy pale pink and pale mushroom shades. bobbibrown.co.uk

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Heaven Scent WHAT WE DID ON OUR HOLIDAYS

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e are in the peak of the holiday season but very soon the idle days spent swimming and lounging will start to pale into a fading memory. However, it doesn’t take much to whisk you back; the scent of spilled suntan lotion in the bottom of a bag, the cottony, herby notes of a beach towel dried in the wind. Smell is powerfully provocative and the scents of summer are potent. It is not surprising therefore that perfumers the world over are inspired to bottle it. Here are our pick of fragrances recalling those hazy, lazy days of summer.

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What I Did On My Holidays by the brilliant 4160 Tuesdays [01] tells the story of a day in Scarborough; suntan lotion and rock pools, in and out of the sea until the breeze gets the better of you and the sea gets too boisterous. Coconut lotion, seaweed and fresh sea air, a waft of peppermint as you pass the rock shop. Yummy.

Suntan oil from the pre-SPF era is a recurring olfactory inspiration. At The Beach 1966 [02] is Brooklyn-based CB I Hate Perfume’s homage to a day spent applying coppertone, but as it existed in the 1960s. Paddling and bending down to touch the water you notice the musk smell of your warm skin and of the salt water. This scent is staggering in its authenticity.

Award-winning Fire Island by Bond No 9 [03] also plays with memories of suntan lotion, as does one of our absolute favourite fragrance brands, Smell Bent. St Tropez Sun Dispenser [04] luxuriously mixes jasmine absolute, fresh coconut, aloe vera, and a light sea breeze over a vintage musk.

Margate-based perfume brand Haekels uses memories of a stroll on sunny spring day – 25th March 2014 to be exact. With GPS co-ordinates to anchor their fragrances in both location and time, Eau de Parfum GPS 23’ 34” [05] references an uninhabited

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bay with remnants of a pleasure beach from times gone by. Walks along the sandy beach, the aromas of fresh seaweed and the chalk reef, the wind blowing through the long cliff top grasses, black lovage and white flowers.

Seplasia by Bruno Acampora [06] recollects the scent of rock flowers being picked by the sea of Capri. The fragrance opens with a bouquet of tuberose, jasmine, geranium and violet before being balanced with fresh middle citrus notes of lemon and bergamot. The use of musk and ylang-ylang blended together in the middle notes gives this fragrance its true identity, an olfactory memory of an enthralling garden by the sea.

Summer isn’t just about the seaside; some prefer to bask in the luxury of leisure time at home. Liz Moores of Papillon Perfumery elaborates: “Inspiration for my perfumes comes to me in many ways, but none more so than from the nature in my own garden.

Angelique [07] recalls days spent breathing in the delicate scent of the flowers and the honeyed aroma of pollen of the Iris Pallida, an early summer flower as captivating as nature herself.”

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CHERRY ON THE CAKE Cherries are in season, so make the most of these tasty treats and whip them up into a cherry and almond tarte รก la Natalie Coleman, the winner of 2013 Masterchef. nataliecolemanchef.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK / NOTES

A GREAT MATCH Wine & Food Pairings for the Month of September B y J a n e Pa r k i n s o n

Peach, Prosciutto & Mozzarella Salad

eaches reign supreme this month, but let’s not confine them the puddings alone. The sweet juiciness of ripe peach works so well with the Pinot Gris grape, and especially those from New Zealand which usually deliver richer fruit. This one tastes of ripe pears drizzled with honey but it’s still dry and perky, and matches perfectly with the dish, even without the prosciutto. ◆

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TABLE TALK Frozen treats, colourful choccies & wine pairings by Jane Parkinson are all on the menu this month

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Roast Grouse with Blackcurrant Sauce

he grouse season hints that autumn isn’t too far away, and with this bird’s trademark delicate but gamey flavour a lighter, earthy red is the best bet. That could mean Pinot Noir, but a more interesting alternative would be the new trendy Italian red, Etna Rosso from Sicily, which is mostly made from a local grape called Nerello Mascalese. This smells like dried flowers but it’s fruity enough on the palate to match this sauce but finishes savoury. ◆

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Nicosia Etna Rosso 2012 £9.99 Marks & Spencer; marksandspencer.com

Fresh Cherries

ometimes simplicity is best, and when it comes to freshly-picked S cherries surely there can be no better pudding to serve? Except that everything can be enhanced by a wine, of course! This Californian wine is a rare little treat, a sweet red that’s bursting with fruit flavour, everything from blackberries to a zingy twist of orange. ◆

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PRODUCT OF THE MONTH

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FEELING FRUITY Maison Pierre Marcolini Master chocolatier and modern day Willy Wonka, Pierre Marcolini has released a new collection entitled ‘Pastel’.

Designed to be eaten straight out of the fridge, these beauties contain real lime, passion fruit, mango and yuzu encased in delicious white, milk and dark chocolate.  £11.90 - £35; marcolini.com

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UNABLE TO RESIST the crispy CHICKEN SKINS

The Palmerston Lordship Lane’s gastropub offering serves up first rate food & service Wo r d s c at h e r i n e h a l e s

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here are few things in this world that are better than a really good pub meal.

Luckily, on this particular night, I had reservations at The Palmerston. As my friend and I walked in, we were greeted warmly and seated at a well appointed table for two. The atmosphere at The Palmerston is genial and inviting, with rich wood panelling and emerald green accents giving a sophisticated yet cosy feel.

Our first order of business was to peruse the impressive and extensive wine list, a strong testament to The Palmerston’s gastropub credentials.

Although many regions were represented, we opted for a hearty Bordeaux, the 2009

Cote de Bourg, Chateau les Graves de Viaud, as I’m a sucker for a big red. Full bodied, smokey with notes of oak and a long finish, it did not disappoint. We were also unable to resist the sound of the crispy chicken skins and aioli offered in the ‘nibbles’ section of the menu and munched happily on these deliciously crunchy, salty snacks as we waited for our starter and began to unwind from our hectic day.

For our first course my friend and I ordered the grilled Italian yellow peach with homemade brioche, goats curd and truffled honey and the ballotine of foie gras with home pickled cornichons, onion confit and toast respectively.

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immediately as the saltiness of the goats curd offset the brioche and the peach perfectly. My foie gras was of the highest quality and, when combined with the onion confit, provided a similarly satisfying sweet/savoury balance.

Our mains of grilled Galloway 35-day aged rib eye steak with Montpellier butter, chips and green salad and escalope of English Rose veal with proscuitto, sage and roasted tomato with Marsala sauce came promptly, served with a smile by our lovely server. The steak was thick, juicy and cooked to an ideal medium rare and swimming in the rich butter. A snob about chips in general, these passed muster, being the perfect thickness and were crisp and golden. The tender veal was coated in flavoursome proscuitto with the sage leaves nestled in between, adding an aromatic, woody note that brought together the entire dish.

For pudding I was powerless before the banoffee pie whose crumbly biscuit base had my mouth watering while my friend chose the homemade mint chocolate chip ice cream which, by virtue of the fresh mint used, was zestier and more refreshing than any I’ve tasted before. A wonderful meal, a delightful evening - a new favourite is discovered.◆

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ADVENTURE TIME Mauritius: come for the white sands, crystal sea and azure skies, stay for the charming towns, vibrant markets and thrilling exploits in the mountains. Catherine Hales discovers all Mauritius has to offer, read on for more...

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he thoughts that go through your mind while standing on a swaying bridge over a ravine, staring at your feet to judge your next step, are many and varied. ‘Why am I doing this?’, ‘If I fall will the safety wire hold?’ And, finally, ‘Did I leave my hair straighteners on?’ That last one I attribute to hysteria and the willingness to worry about anything other than plunging downwards into the river below. I was in Casela Nature Park, a reserve in the western part of Mauritius, home to a profusion of wildlife that offers several different activities, including quad biking, canyon swinging and ziplining. My driving skills aren’t up to much and, frankly, canyon swinging sounds petrifying, so ziplining it was. That was how I found myself, dressed incredibly impractically in a dress and leggings, mid-bridge and practically mid-panic attack.

For many, Mauritius represents the epitome of beach holiday relaxation.

Miles of white coastline, crystal waters and blazing sun make it a tourist magnet, renowned for its luxury hotels. One such hotel is the Royal Palm Mauritius, located in the North near the town of Grand Baie, where I stayed for five days. Living up to it’s name, scores of swaying palm trees populate the charming and tranquil resort, whose stunning suites look out over the beach. My room was an Ocean Suite that came with a postcardperfect view of said palms and the sea beyond. The generous terrace (complete with table and chairs) was ideal for enormous room-service breakfasts and snoozing in the shade in the afternoons.

Equipped with three restaurants, each serving a different type of cuisine, the temptation to stay in the resort is huge.

Those seeking ultimate relaxation could easily wander down from their rooms, straight onto the beach and stretch out one of the loungers reserved for Royal Palm guests. If a thirst hits mid-morning, they could order a fresh coconut water,

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wasn’t A WORD I HAD previously ASSOCIATED with the ISLAND served in an enormous hollowed out coconut then for lunch, stroll down the beach to the discreetly positioned Le Bar Plage. This beautifully appointed restaurant’s menu comprises fish so fresh it’s practically wriggling, in addition to Western classics like steak tartare and Caesar salad. The afternoon can be spent in the Clarins spa, an oasis nestled in the secluded garden behind the hotel, trying out treatments (I recommend the full body massage) and being generally pampered. A host of watersports is also on offer for those after a more active

afternoon; waterskiing and sailing are particularly popular and the ocean is so warm that falling in is all part of the fun. Balmy evenings can be whiled away at the open-air bar on the main terrace, listening to the live band, before heading down to La Brezza, the hotel’s superb Italian restaurant, run by esteemed chef Alessandro Morino. My only advice? Eat a light lunch because Alessandro serves up a feast and you won’t want to leave a bite.

As I mentioned before, Mauritius has luxury and leisure in spades. But what about adventure? It wasn’t a word I had previously associated with the island but, as I hung, hundreds of metres up, suspended from a wire, I decided I should rethink this. Ziplining aside, Mauritius has a vibrancy and vitality that it owes in part to its rich cultural heritage and diverse history. Originally colonised by the Dutch, it was then taken over by France who renamed it Isle de France before it was invaded by the British in 1810, who promptly changed the name back. It wasn’t until 1968 that Mauritius gained independence, although the French influence has remained strong.

Locals, many of whose forbears came to the island from both Africa and Asia tend to speak French and English but generally converse in Mauritian Creole.

Walking through both the small town of Grand Baie and the capital, Port Louis, there is much to see and, without generalising too much, an incredibly friendly populace to guide you through.

On my day trip to Port Louis, I spent time roaming through the market, soaking up the sights and smells and doing a little

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souvenir shopping – I was sorely tempted to purchase a rather fetching puffer fish lamp but resisted the urge. Though less fraught than the bazaar in Istanbul, the market is similarly home to some real treasures and, if properly investigated, could easily yield interior design gold (puffer fish lamps notwithstanding).

It was, however in the smaller Grand Baie that I hit shopping paydirt with several shops selling bargain cashmere clothes and other textiles. In terms of food, fresh fish and seafood occupy every menu. For a casual lunch in Grand Baie, I would recommend the Beach House for its devilishly good battered shrimp and atmospheric live music, as well as its breezy beachside location.

My experiences, both flying through the air in Casela Park and trawling through the markets in Port Louis, as well as soaking up the sun and sailing on the sea, ticked every box on the holiday agenda, with more still to be experienced.

The terrain and climate of the island mean that the mountains are covered lush greenery, and are perfect for hiking and trekking. Those with a penchant for bathing in waterfalls can visit the Tamarind or Black River Falls or perhaps the brilliantly named Pamplemousses Botanical Garden. If you fancy a day trip off the island, catamarans go from Grand Baie to the small islands located north of the mainland. Whether you’re looking for adventure or a break from reality, Mauritius has it all. ◆  Suite prices for September 2015. Prices are based on booking at least 30 days prior to travel. Nightly rates: Junior Suite – Bed & breakfast, cost per suite £395; Tropical Suite – BB, cost per suite £528; Ocean Suite – BB, cost per suite £579; Palm Suite – BB, cost per suite £773. Call Beachcomber on 01483 445 685 or visit beachcombertours.co.uk

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Quirky textile designer Donna Wilson has teamed up with modern furniture store SCP. Their recent collaboration sees whimsical products, such as the ‘Henry’ pouffe, make their mark in SCP’s Central London and Shoreditch showrooms. £208.25; scp.co.uk

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t is five years since Jenny Valentine’s last novel appeared. The gap, she explained recently to a packed hall of young people in South East London, being due to her falling ill with cancer and its successful treatment. During this period she also lost her father to the same disease. While she had resisted allowing this to intrude on her book, the death of a father did become a key theme. Not that this is a miserable book cynically aimed at moody teenagers – far from it. Rediscovering her father is every bit as important for the novel’s protagonist, Iris. Love and greed loom large, too with family members battling for priceless heirlooms and friends divided by distance. The novel also contains a fascinating examination of the value of art and its vital importance in our lives. It is funny, moving and beautifully written.◆

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It is perhaps simplest just to apply the idea that, ‘one size does not fit all’. Finances are often the driver in the decision of whether to place your child in a state or independent school. To privately educate a child from nursery through to university costs an average of £150,000. This exorbitant figure means it is an option available to few.

As such, mixing and matching between state and private schools during the formative years, can provide a valuable balance.

Supporting a child at state school with private tuition can also be a successful way of ensuring they have access to one-to-one teaching.

In spite of much controversy, independent schools do have a higher success rate of pupils going on to higher education than the state sector.

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hen a friend bought Mandarin flash cards for her nanny to brandish in front of her dribbling toddler, I thought she was mad. But go onto the internet and you will see she is not alone; Mandarin flash cards, printable pdfs, downloadable apps – they are all there at the click of a button, every tool needed to turn your pre-school child into a world-beating Sinologue before their fifth birthday.

The government announced last year that it’s putting Mandarin on the national curriculum and training 1,200 more teachers in the language by the end of the decade. Independent schools are ahead of the state sector, with many now including Mandarin either within the curriculum or offered as an extra-curricular activity.

But Mandarin for toddlers? Do parents really want their infants mastering what is now the world’s most spoken language before they are out of nappies?

The people behind the UK’s first bilingual Mandarin-English day nursery certainly think so. Hatching Dragons, housed in a church hall round the corner from the Barbican, opened in May. It is much like any other nursery except the staff are predominantly Chinese and they employ a 50:50 split between English and Mandarin when speaking to the children.

Hatching Dragons is the brainchild of educational consultant Cennydd John. He had the idea for the nursery when he was looking for childcare for his young son.

“I started thinking about what I would value in a nursery environment. I’d been to China, studied at a Chinese university but then I’d struggled with the language since. And so it dawned on me that having an immersion experience between the ages of nought and five would be a way for my son to pick up Mandarin immediately and naturally.”

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Mandarin is not ‘taught’ at Hatching Dragons, there is no hot-housing or formal lessons, the idea is that the toddlers will simply pick it up through exposure at such a young age. This is nothing new, many nurseries in London offer the same experience with French or German. And well-heeled families have long hired nannies who speak a foreign language for their young families. Charles Bonas, founder of blue-chip educational consultancy Bonas MacFarlane says they are placing more and more Mandarin speaking nannies with families, particularly in Singapore and Hong Kong where the family’s mother tongue is English or Cantonese.

The most obvious reason for Mandarin to be in vogue is that as Chinese reaches economic superpower status parents want to give their children the edge in a competitive world.

Nearly 17% of the planet’s population are native Mandarin speakers, English speakers come in at 5%. Native French speakers? They barely scrape in at 1%. In many ways, the UK is behind the curve on offering English-Mandarin bilingual nurseries, there are already more than 180 in the US. ◆ hatching-dragons.com

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COLERAINE ROAD SE3

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n exceptional and rare 1920’s style 5 bedroom semi-detached house of 1933 sq ft, located on one of the best residential streets in Blackheath. This home benefits from 2 receptions, a large kitchen/ dining room, 2 bathrooms, a utility room, a front garden and a large rear garden as well as views of Canary Wharf. The property includes a garage, off-street parking and is 644m to Westcombe Park Station. u A

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A three bedroom Victorian semi detached family home with original features and a beautiful rear garden.

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Three bedrooms Two reception rooms Cellar Rear garden Driveway for two cars Close to transport links Freehold EPC rating E

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It has be the smooth passage to completion of a chain of three showcase homes; all three vendors chose JLL as their trusted advisor and completion was secured within 11 weeks from start to finish.

The day after the financial crash where several buyers would be prepared to offer 20 per cent over the asking price.

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An old school out building which had undergone a magnificent architectural transformation, yet retaining the external character of the era. I’ve been fortunate to sell this property twice over the years. to establish East Greenwich as a hotspot for professionals and young families.

Responding to this growing demand, the new-build townhouses are ideal for buyers wanting to transition from an apartment. Spread over three floors, these loft-style townhouses span 1,350 sq ft and have a private rear garden up to 20 ft.

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SOUTH EAST PROPERTY LETTINGS MARKET ver the last five years we have seen new developments popping up in Greenwich which we hoped would ease the supply of properties.

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extent but still there is such a high demand for one bedroom apartments near transport links.

We still have the same shortage of one bedroom properties, making them an attractive investment opportunity for potential landlords, not only to minimise a void period on a purchase but to ease the level of demand that tenants experience. There

kept rear garden with garage to side. Upstairs you will find two double bedrooms with the second bedroom benefiting from an original cast iron fireplace, a traditional three piece bathroom suite.

The property still retains some of its original features including all the original stripped wooden internal doors and pictures rail. Further benefits include double glazing, gas central heating and a large front corner plot garden.

Situated close to Eltham station, Eltham High Street, transport links and amenities, we recommend your earliest viewing of this family home. u Conran Estates Eltham, 020 8378 5450; conranestates.co.uk

has been a trend over the last four years where by tenants want to stay in a property with as little expenditure as possible so they can save money to get on the property ladder themselves, this in turn leads to longer tenancies which limits the supply of one bed properties returning to the market. This gives us a good indication of what the property market needs supply wise. u

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When I first came to London in 1994 I moved to Blackheath and stayed for 6 years, although I now live just the other side of the water on the Isle of Dogs.

What is your ethos?

It’s a very simple transaction, selling or renting property, so why do so many agents make it complicated?

What are your favourite properties right now?

We are experiencing strong interest in the new developments around the Greenwich peninsula. Greenwich is referred to as a ‘historic’ or ‘quaint’ location, but we’re going to have to come up with some new words.

Contemporary architecture, the world’s leading music venue, an inner city golf driving range all on your doorstep. Its not very ‘Greenwich’ is it? But it is very exciting.

Market predictions for the coming months?

We need incremental sustainable growth, rather than the peaks and troughs of the last 2-3 years. u  MyLondonHome City & Docklands 020 7227 0048; mylondonhome.com

SPOTLIGHT ON SE5 [ AVERAGE ASKING PRICE ]

£739,801

[ AVERAGE PROPERTY VALUE ]

£622,516

[ AVERAGE ASKING RENTS ]

£1,756

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Hazel Grove, Farnborough Park BR6

£2,450,000 F/H

Beautiful detached home with five en-suite bedrooms and four reception rooms, located in the heart of one of Kent’s most desirable private estates, ‘Farnborough Park’. This unique property is set behind automated wrought iron gates providing absolute privacy and seclusion.

Contact Locksbottom 01689 882 988

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Five bedrooms Approximately 6,700 sq ft Triple garage with automated doors Energy Efficiency Rating C

Holywell Close, Orpington BR6 £850,000 F/H

Springhurst Close, Shirley CR0 £1,950,000 F/H

Stunning five bedroom residence positioned on the largest plot in the much sought after Maples development.

Set within 3/4 of an acre of private and sought after surroundings, is this beautifully presented detached house. A stunning home which offers tranquillity and opulence.

• Five bedrooms • Large rear garden

Contact Orpington 01689 661 400

• Driveway & detached garage • Energy Efficiency Rating C

• Five bedrooms • Picturesque grounds

• Detached house • Energy Efficiency Rating D

Contact Beckenham 020 8663 4433

The Acorn Group, incorporating:

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Heath Park Drive, Bromley BR1

£1,250,000 F/H

Impressive contemporary family home located in this popular cul-de-sac in Bickley. Briefly comprising five bedrooms, two bathrooms, integral garage, cloakroom, utility room, modern kitchen with integrated appliances, large lounge and well-proportioned family room.

Contact Chislehurst 020 8295 4900

Lansdowne Road, Bromley BR1

£940,000 F/H

Offered chain free is this charming double fronted period home in the heart of Sundridge Park. This property offers five bedrooms and a wealth of character.

• Five bedrooms • Semi detached house

Contact Bromley 020 8315 5544

• Beautiful 80ft garden • Energy Efficiency Rating E

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Chislehurst 020 8295 4900 Locksbottom 01689 882 988

Orpington 01689 661 400 West Wickham 020 8432 7373

Five bedrooms Well appointed rear garden Off street parking Energy Efficiency Rating E

Corkscrew Hill, West Wickham BR4 £799,000 F/H Situated in sought after surroundings is this immaculately presented 1930s house, located conveniently for the shopping amenities of West Wickham High Street.

• Five bedrooms • Off street parking & garage

• 100ft rear garden • Energy Efficiency Rating E

Contact West Wickham 020 8432 7373

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Blackheath Park, Blackheath SE3 Guide Price £1,300,000 Freehold A charming Grade II listed Georgian town house situated within the private Cator Estate and just some 300 yards from Blackheath Village.

› 4 bedrooms › Many original features › Attractive garden › EPC rating: E

Contact Blackheath Village on 020 8318 1311

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Maze Hill, Greenwich SE10 Guide Price £2,800,000 Freehold An exceptional opportunity to acquire this unique five bedroom detached house which was originally built as a hospital clinic in the 1900’s.

› 5 bedrooms › Sizeable plot › Many original features › EPC rating: D

Contact Greenwich on 020 8858 9911

Blackheath Village Blackheath Standard Greenwich Lee

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PROPERTY / PRICE COMPARISON NIGEL LEWIS

LONDON’S AVERAGE HOUSE PRICE IS EXPECTED TO GO OVER £500,000 SOON

MILLION

PRICE BANDS Where can you buy a house for £1m?

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not always one to believe everything estate agents tells me, I set out to do my own research.

One thing is for sure; London has seen aggressive price rises recently, and even the usually cautious Land Registry puts them at 10.9% this year. Also, the capital’s average house price, it says, is expected to go over the half a million pound mark soon.

So, to the research. There are currently 491 homes for sale at between £1m and £1.25 million in London and they’re distribution across the capital makes for interesting reading.

While anyone outside London might think up to £1.25m would buy

Greenwich

HAMPTONS 020 3151 7294

SO WHERE CAN YOU BUY A FOUR-BEDROOM HOUSE FOR BETWEEN £1M AND £1.25M?

£1 FOUR BEDROOM HOUSE Dulwich

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you a palace anywhere in the UK, much of London is too expensive to include properties in this band.

Central London is a no-go zone that includes Chelsea plus many streets in Fulham and much of Shepherd’s Bush. Also, don’t bother in Paddington, Notting Hill, swathes of North London (the first one is to be found in Golders Green), Chalk Farm, Camden and even Wapping. u

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n estate agent recently told me that if you’re after a four-bedroom house not too far from central London on a smart street and with a garden then you’ll need a budget of £1m to £1.25m these days.

After a substantial pause to digest this information I asked her which patch of London she covered and, perhaps more surprisingly, the answer was South West London – surely not?

Several phone calls to other agents across London confirmed her statement to be correct. But, as I’m

£1.05

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The answer is, anywhere outside the triangle of central London.

This runs south of the river from Greenwich to East Sheen before running north across the river up to Hampstead and then back down through Islington before returning to Greenwich. Anywhere inside this triangle is pretty much bereft of four-bedroom houses at this price – unless you count the occasional ex-council house that pops up.

And if you’re looking for the greatest choice then you might want to talk to my agent in SW London – because 176 of the homes in this price band are in this part of London, or 35% of the total – so it won’t be long before south of the river catches up with its northern neighbour. u

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LONDON SQUARE HAYES, BR2 COMING SOON A luxuriously classic lifestyle awaits you at London Square Hayes, BR2. In a gated, fully landscaped setting, fifteen elegant houses offer a choice of 3, 4 or 5 bedrooms. The centrepiece of this quiet oasis is Belgrave House, a beautifully restored, Grade II listed country house with eight stunning 2 bedroom apartments. With excellent local shops and amenities, and a choice of fast transport links to the City and beyond, this could be your perfect place to live.

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST NOW 0333 666 2636

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IN THEIR OWN

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DOUG NORRIS Branch Manager John Payne, Greenwich Photography

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y connection to estate agency dates back to the 1960s, remembering my father, who was a property sales negotiator for a well known company with offices in South East London and Kent. I vividly remember moving house many times during my early childhood as he was moved from branch to branch, with my family eventually settling in Eltham.

I attended Colfes School, leaving in 1976 with no idea which direction to take my life in, when I fell into an insurance broker job in Greenwich. I stayed there for a number of years, until in my late twenties when I finally decided it wasn’t the career for me.

I spoke to my father, who suggested I speak to an old friend and colleague of his, John Payne, who had an estate agency business in the area. John didn’t really have a vacancy for me but he must have seen potential as he

I WAS BORN & BRED LOCALLY, SO GREENWICH IS AN AREA CLOSE TO MY HEART

employed me anyway, something I’ve always been extremely grateful for, even now, 28 years later within the same brilliant company!

I was born and bred locally, so Greenwich is an area close to my heart and although it has changed dramatically in the years I have been here, there has never been a day that I have not enjoyed going to work. Over the years I have built up relationships with a number of clients who come back to me time and time again looking for their next move. Inevitably, the market has changed enormously in this little pocket of South East London, with the influx of buyers working at Canary Wharf and the City, but demand for properties

in this area has always been generally high.

When the Docklands Light Railway extended its reach to Greenwich and beyond in 1999, we saw a huge positive impact on the area, both in terms of transport links, but also in property prices.

Similarly, our involvement in the London Olympic Games in 2012 saw a renewed peak of interest in Greenwich (or Royal Greenwich as we are now known!).

Ultimately, Greenwich is known worldwide for its naval, astrological and historical relevance, and more locally for its pubs, bars, restaurants and shops in the town centre. It will always be a popular place to live.

That said, keep your eye on East Greenwich as the up and coming star in the next few years.

Incidentally, speaking of my old school, I am hugely proud of the fact John Payne are now kit sponsors for Colfes First XV Rugby Team who just completed a tour of Canada, winning all five matches! ◆

JOH N PAY N E / 020 8858 9911 / johnpayne.com

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SALES LETTINGS MANAGEMENT

GREENWICH SOUTH STREET, SE10 FOR RENT

Beautiful 4 bedroom house

£3,500 pcm

An exceptional & rarely available 3/4 bedroom Victorian house offering versatile living & entertaining spaces, ideally situated in the Ashburnham Conservation Area close to Greenwich town centre & within a 5 minute walk of mainline/ DLR stations. Available part-furnished, mid-September.

Turner Lane offer all our Landlords an unbeatable one-to-one personalised letting and management service no matter the size of your property.

Support an established local independent business who will go the extra mile to ensure your property is matched with the perfect tenants.

ROAN COURTYARD, SE10 FOR RENT

Superb 1 bedroom apartment

£1,450 pcm

A wonderful top floor split-level apartment located in this attractive Grade II listed school conversion in West Greenwich and offering an abundance of period character combined with modern fixtures and fittings.

Also includes secure parking. Available par t-furnished, early September.

www.turnerlane.co.uk

0208 858 3332

3 Greenwich South Street, Greenwich, London, SE10 8NW

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A stunning collection of apartments and townhouses Only 15 minutes from London Bridge* Merlin Court - 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with exclusive access to first class facilities

Handley Drive Townhouses limited collection now available

Merlin Court offers an outstanding choice of 2 and 3 bedroom apartments located at the contemporary Blackheath Quarter.

Residents will benefit from a range of facilities including a bespoke swimming pool, cinema room, gym, treatment room and 24 hour Concierge.

Handley Drive townhouses offers a limited collection of freehold, three storey four bedroom homes located at the contemporary Blackheath Quarter. Residents will benefit from a range of facilities including a bespoke swimming pool, cinema room, gym, treatment room and 24 hour Concierge.

Starting price ÂŁ505,000

Starting price ÂŁ850,000

Call 020 3813 5368 Sales & Marketing Suite and Show Apartment now open daily 10am to 6pm (Thursdays until 8pm).

Wallace Court, 40 Tizzard Grove, London SE3 9FD

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FAMOUS PLACES

There is hardly a square mile of London that doesn’t hide a plethora of celebrity homes or historic addresses and every month a clutch of them come up for sale. Here are the more recent ones on the market that can claim famous connections.

GOODBYE PINNER HILL ROAD

HOME TO A FAMOUS HOUSE HISTORIAN

ir Elton might be known for his many glamorous pads dotted around the globe but his childhood home was far from that. Until the age of 11 he lived in this north London semi on Pinner Hill Road in Middlesex.

Then known as Reg Dwight he hammered away at the ivories in his family’s three-bedroom home which is now on the market for £525,000. Some of the décor appears to be original including the kitchen and 1970s style carpets, so there’s a fair amount of updating to do. Current owner Bill Purcell said at one stage he would pocket up to £2,000 a year from film crews eager to capture images of Sir Elton’s former home. He is now selling up after 40 years, which means one of these fans has the chance to sleep in the same box room as their hero. Agent Gibbs Gillespie describes it as perfect for a growing family seeking a home to put their own stamp on, located just a short walk from local schools, shopping and transport facilities. u

or anyone with F architectural leanings, discovering your house is ‘in Pevsner’ – a definitive series of books about England’s historic buildings – is the next best thing to a blue plaque. The Buildings of England, a 46-volume set that lists important houses county-by-county, is seen as the most authoritative source on the subject. The author was Sir Nikolaus Pevsner, a writer, art historian and

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PEVSNER FOUNDED THE VICTORIAN SOCIETY AND LIVED HERE UNTIL 1983

£525k

Gibbs-Gillespie 020 8866 2777; gibbs-gillespie.co.uk

Savills 020 7472 5036; savills.co.uk

A PIECE OF GREECE IN MAYFAIR? eiress Christina Onassis H was notorious for her lavish lifestyle, turbulent personal life and the fact that her father billionaire Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis - married former First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy.

From an early age Onassis had an international lifestyle and went to school in London. When her father died in 1975, leaving her more than $200m, she was 24, and owned this swanky three-bedroom flat on Reeves Mews in Mayfair. Now up for sale for £5.995m, it was built in 1720 and features a large roof terrace. u Jackson-Stops 020 7664 6644; jackson-stops.co.uk

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fan of Victorian architecture, who founded The Victorian Society and lived in this red-bricked terrace in Wildwood Terrace, NW3. Pevsner moved here in 1936 and loved the Victorian three-bedroomed house so much he stayed until his death in 1983. Now on the market for £2.8m. u

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET GUILDFORD GROVE ● SE10

£808 Per Week

stunning contemporary mews A house which has been beautifully designed throughout. The property boasts a breathtaking open plan entertaining and living space with plenty of natural light and stripped flooring.

A modern integrated kitchen comprises all appliances and

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THE PROPERTY BOASTS A BREATHTAKING OPEN PLAN ENTERTAINING AND LIVING SPACE

breakfast bar as well as leading to a separate utility / laundry room. The three double bedrooms all offer excellent storage and light throughout including velux windows. The master bathroom includes a Jacuzzi bath while one of the bedrooms also features an en suite shower room. The property is completed by a secluded garden area featuring a combination of decking and patio with it’s own pond including water feature.

The property also benefits from private off street parking and an additional outbuilding for storage. Greenwich Station & DLR are close by as is the A2 which offers routes into and out of London. u  Chestertons Greenwich, 020 8104 7510; chestertons.com

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PROPERTY / NEW TO THE MARKET ALAMARO LODGE ● SE10

£825,000

his outstanding and rare to market three bedroom property is set over two floors, and fully maximises spacious modern living in a direct lakeside setting. From the ground floor hallway are two bedrooms, a family bathroom, and, facing the lake, the hub of the property – an expansive fully fitted kitchen and dining/

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EXCELLENT DESIGN IS AT THE CORE OF THIS CALM PROPERTY

reception area. Upstairs is the main reception room and the master bedroom suite complete with walk-in dressing area and state of the art bathroom. Excellent design is at the core of this calm property, which has the feel of the countryside, but is part of Greenwich Millennium Village.

Maximising the direct lake views, it has a full width terrace that works perfectly as an additional outdoor room. North Greenwich is close by with its excellent transport links: Jubilee Line, River Boat service and bus station. The peninsula is also home to the O2 arena and many restaurants. u  JLL, Residential Sales, Greenwich, 020 8712 6596; jll.co.uk

Townhouse living A collection of exclusive Townhouses seamlessly blending cutting-edge architecture with beautiful interior design

Rare 3-storey, 4-bedroom townhouses • All townhouses provide their own private garden • A brand new leisure centre • On-site cafés, restaurants and retail with a new Sainsbury’s now open • Public square and landscaped gardens and paths • London Bridge station only 11 minutes away †

Prices from £795,000 * To book an appointment to view the show home please phone 0800 077 8177 A N E W D E V E LO P M E N T BY

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All townhouses have a predicted Energy Efficiency Rating ranging between 85-87 (B) on the Predicted Energy Assessments (PEAs).

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ANDREW FLINT Property Partner

From Colman Coyle gives his expert advice on all your legal property questions

Q&A I LIVE IN A HOUSE CONVERTED INTO THREE FLATS. WE ARE THINKING OF BUYING THE FREEHOLD BUT WE ARE NOT SURE HOW THE FREEHOLD INTEREST SHOULD BE OWNED. COULD YOU PLEASE ADVISE US.

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ou can own the freehold interest in one or two ways. Firstly you and the other two leaseholders could own the freehold as individuals.

Secondly, you could buy an off the shelf company to acquire the freehold interest. If you go down the latter route, then you will need to decide whether the company should be limited by shares or guarantees.

The disadvantage of owning the freehold on an individual basis is that each time a flat changes hands all the freeholders will have to sign a document called a Transfer.

This may be easy to arrange if all three freeholders live in the property but there can be logistical difficulties if a freeholder lives abroad, for example. Whenever I encounter this type of freehold structure I always prepare the Transfer document at an early

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stage and arrange for it to be executed and held on file before exchange takes place to avoid delays at a later stage.

The advantage of a company owning the freehold is that each time a flat changes hands all the seller needs to do is sign a Stock Transfer Form transferring the share in the company to the buyer on completion. If the company is limited by guarantee then the seller doesn’t need to sign anything. The disadvantage of having a company own the freehold is that there are initial set up costs and the company books will need to be kept up to date as well as complying with Companies House filing requirements.

There can only ever be a maximum of four individuals registered as freeholders so the default position for large blocks is always going to be a company. For a block such as yours, you will need to decide what suits you best. ◆

Contact property partner Andrew Flint with no obligation on 020 7354 3000 or email andrew.flint@colmancoyle.com.

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ROYAL HERBERT PAVILLIONS, WOOLWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Grade II Listed Stunning Grounds

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Off - street parking Concierge

Access to gymnasium Good transport links

£1,700 per calendar month Unfurnished For more information, call Sarah Kyriakides 020 8852 8855 or email sarah.kyriakides@eu.jll.com

8 Montpelier Vale Blackheath SE3 0TA

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COLLEGE APPROACH, GREENWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Newly refurbished Central Greenwich

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Close to the River Thames Short walk to DLR Wooden flooring Available immediately

£3,200 per calendar month Unfurnished For more information, call Charlotte Russell 020 8858 9944 or email charlotte.russell@eu.jll.com

22 College Approach Greenwich SE10 9HY

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KING GEORGE STREET, GREENWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

4 Bedrooms Master bedroom with en-suite Town house Rear garden

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Secure underground parking Located in West Greenwich Close to Cutty Sark DLR River bus service

Guide price £1,200,000 Freehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8858 9986 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

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JOHN HARRISON WAY, GREENWICH SE10 ● ● ● ●

3 Bedrooms Ground floor maisonette Open plan lounge Patio garden

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Secure allocated parking Concierge Close to transport links Ideal first purchase

Guide price £550,000 Leasehold For more information, call Graham Lawes 020 8858 9986 or email graham.lawes@eu.jll.com

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