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BEST IN SHOW

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Diary dates for July

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What's on stage this month

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Chicago makes a West End come-back

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Our pick of eyecatching geometrics

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News from the industry

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Even if you're not going to the tennis, we've chosen the best Wimbledon teas around. Our favourite? The Dorchester's Wimbledon Tennis Sponge. page 61

LETTER ABSOLUTELY’S July issue highlights

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WALL FLOWER We hone in on tiles this month in our interior section. The Baked Tiles Company has done the trend particularly well with this multicoloured variety inspired by Fez. page 68

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Our travel feature takes us to an outstandingly beautiful bay in St Lucia where we shelter from unexpected showers at the luxurious Marigot Bay Resort. page 64

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BEST FOOT FORWARD

Berlin-based footwear pioneers, Aeyde have partnered with leading fashion blogger, Lucy Williams on two new summer styles. Inspired by Lucy’s travels, each evokes her sense of adventure and curiosity. aeyde.com

PICNIC PIECE Whether you’re sipping water after yoga or preparing for a champagne picnic, this Blondewood water bottle from S'well is a sleek and stylish way to reduce your plastic usage. £45; selfridges.com

LOGO LOCO

Crafted using supple smooth leather and fi nished with an all over multi logo print, the Kan I Nappa shoulder bag from Fendi pops against light denims and summer brights. £2,590; flannels.com

TREASURED SCENT

With only a fi nite number of each scent bottled, a Parterre perfume really is something special. We love Root of all Goodness; it’s warm and enveloping with a touch of spicy ginger. 50ml £95; parterreatkeynestonmill.com

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SWING TIME

Create an inviting accent within your space with this bohemian hanging egg chair. For added luxe, we suggest adorning with a sumptuous sheepskin rug. £355; grahamandgreen.co.uk

LUXURY TOUCHES

Playful yet sophisticated. Bold yet discreet. Espie Roche is the latest brand on the lips of the fash-pack for their luxurious, Italian-made accessories. The house’s launch collection comprises four timeless styles in five vibrant hues inspired by the Italian landscape. espieroche.com

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THE CAT’S MEOW

A cat eye frame and a sports luxe fi nish make these Gucci numbers the sunnies of summer. Wear with nonchalance and you’re worthy of a brand campaign. £320; flannels.com

MAKE A STATEMENT

This chunky wooden bangle makes for eye-catching arm candy and is perfect paired with other bracelets or worn on its own. £18; freepeople.com

MODERN CLASSICS

TASTE OF SUMMER Baileys have taken the summer by storm with the limited edition Baileys Strawberries & Cream; perfect for sunny afternoons spent watching the tennis. £20; sainsburys.co.uk

French shoe designer, Robert Clergerie became famous for his reworking of the classic men's Oxford shoe for women. Here he plays with woven raffia to create the ultimate summer accessory. £356; farfetch.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Finnegans Wake by John Vernon Lord; House of Illustraion - John Vernon Lord: Illustrating Carroll and Joyce, 13 July - 4 November

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EXHIBITION

Jonathan Cooper 30 Years 12-21 July J ON ATHAN COOP ER

To mark its 30th Anniversary, Jonathan Cooper brings together 31 international artists represented by the gallery to celebrate the best of contemporary painting, drawing and sculpture. This milestone exhibition highlights new viewpoints within the genres of wildlife, botanical, landscape and still life. 20 Park Walk, SW10; jonathancooper.co.uk

EXHIBITION

HYPERREALISM O NGO I NG • P LUS O NE GALLERY

Following the resounding success of their inaugural exhibition together, Plus One Gallery and Museu del Tabac have teamed up once again for part two of Hyperrealism. The show features familiar faces as well as a few new ones and will highlight the evolution of the Hyperrealist movement with a vibrant collection of landscape and portrait artworks.

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Emily Schwend’s prize-winning work sees protagonist Amber juggling two part-time jobs and three kids. Her on-off husband Chris is optimistic but rarely employed. As Amber struggles to keep things from boiling over, she is forced to confront reality in this low-key depiction of life in breadline America.

1 Clarence Street, Richmond, TW99; orangetreetheatre.co.uk

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D AY O U T

RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2-8 July HAMPTON COURT PALACE

The Royal Horticultural Society’s largest flower festival returns to the grounds of Hampton Court Palace with exciting new content for 2018 including exceptional horticulture, a mass planting of Verbena bonariensis and an immersive feature taking visitors on an explorative journey through time. This year, the show will celebrate iconic figures of the gardening world.

Molesey, East Molesey, KT8 9AU; rhs.org.uk/hamptoncourt

Great Outdoors F E S T I VA L

CORNBURY FESTIVAL 13-15 July THE GREAT NEW PARK

A female-led line-up has been announced for Cornbury Festival this year with Alanis Morissette headlining alongside performances from Mavis Staples, Amy Macdonald, Nina Nesbitt and Pixie Lott. Cornbury is a truly unique festival designed to be familyfriendly and commended as one of the safest festivals in the UK with activities for all ages.

Great Tew Park, Oxfordshire, OX7 4AJ; cornburyfestival.com

T H E AT R E

GULLIVER RETURNS 28 July O M N I BUS TH EATR E

This Month’s Must See

Lil’s husband has lost himself in Gulliver’s Travels and now she has a mercy mission to perform; no matter what the cost, she must find a way to drag this broken man our of his fantasy.

Raging, tragic and magical, Gulliver Returns is a haunting new play about broken dreams, enduring love and the weird world we live in.

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SUMMER BY THE RIVER

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YPER JAPAN is back this summer bringing the sights, sounds, smells and tastes of Japan to the capital. With sake tasting, fashion stalls, karaoke, exhibitions, a food festival and creative workshops to experience, Hyper Japan is a fantastic event for those eager to get a taste of Japan's influential and intriguing culture.

Hammersmith Road, W14;

Ongoing London Bridge With an English country garden theme, Summer by the River transforms London Bridge into a glorious oasis where city-dwellers can catch the Wimbledon tournament, take part in a fitness class and sip Pimm's in the sun. London Bridge, SE1; londonbridgecity.co.uk

F E S T I VA L

BRITISH SUMMER TIME HYDE PARK 6-15 July HY D E PARK

Barclaycard's British Summer Time Hyde Park is the seasonal extravaganza that draws crowds from far and wide for live music, comedy, film, food stalls and more. Highlights from the line-up this year include Eric Clapton, Michael Buble and The Cure.

Hyde Park, W2; bst-hydepark.com

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“London’s hottest picnic concerts” Metro

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ROUND UP

Best in

Julie

★★★★★ Lyttelton Theatre

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NATIONAL THEATRE

SHOW

Miss Julie finds a new home in contemporary London when the wild and newly single Julie throws a late night party. In the kitchen, Jean and Kristina clean up as the celebration heaves above. A power game between Jean and Julie descends into a savage fight for survival. Fuelled by social division, Strindberg’s masterpiece remains shocking and fiercely relevant.

National Theatre, SE1; nationaltheatre.org

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Alkaline ★★★★★

From 10 July PARK THEATRE

Sophie and Sarah have been best friends forever. Sophie is newly engaged to her fiancé Nick and wants to celebrate.

Sarah also has a new fiancé, Ali, and some more big news – she has recently converted to Islam. Alkaline is a play about faith, friendship and fear, but at its heart is a story about female friendship that shines a light on painful endings and new beginnings. Clifton Terrace, N4; parktheatre.co.uk

ALKALINE JULIE

Translations

As You Like IT

Olivier Theatre

6-28 July

ONGOING

REGENT ’S PARK OPEN-AIR THEATRE

Prodigal son Owen returns to rural Donegal from Dublin with two British army officers and plans to create a map of the area, replacing the Gaelic names with English. It is an administrative act with radical consequences. Brian Friel’s modern classic is a powerful account of nationhood, playing out the turbulent relationship between England and Ireland. National Theatre, SE1; nationaltheatre.org

In the mythical Forest of Arden, two young people discover what it really means to be in love. Directed by Max Webster, with beautiful new music by Charlie Fink (former frontman of Noah and the Whale), this warm, open-hearted production promises adventure, sibling rivalry, mistaken identity and romance – Shakespeare comedy as you like it.

Inner Circle, Regent’s Park, NW1; openairtheatre.com

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★★★★★

A Monster Calls ★★★★★

From 7 July THE OLD VIC

A Monster Calls tells the tale of a teenage boy, Conor, coming to terms with his mother’s cancer. The bestselling novel by Patrick Ness has developed worldwide momentum with its dazzling insight into love, loss and healing. Director Sally Cookson combines gritty realism and magic in this dazzling new adaptation The Cut, SE1; oldvictheatre.com

AS YOU LIKE IT

A MONSTER CALLS

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CHICAGO Absolutely enjoys an evening of razzledazzle and cell-block fun as Chicago returns to the Westend B y H E L E N B R OW N

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orty something years ago, Roxy Hart shimmied onto Broadway and stole our hearts as the wannabe star who can’t seem to catch a break.

Following a five-year hiatus from the London stage, Chicago brings the sassy protagonist back, to sell-out audiences at the Phoenix Theatre. The world’s longestrunning American musical, Chicago follows Roxy’s ups and downs as

she competes with fellow cell-mate, Velma Kelly for the role of the media’s darling. The multi-awardwinning musical is based on Maurine Watkins’ play of the same name, about real-life merry murderesses Beulah May Annan and Belva Gaertner. Watkins reported on the pair’s respective arrests for the Chicago Tribune and found them so remarkable - both involved guns, one jazz and the other gin - she spun a script out of them.

Oscar-winner Cuba Gooding Jr. charms audiences in the role of

Gooding proves himself able to captivate audiences

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fast-talking lawyer, Billy Flynn, while stage veterans Sarah Soetaert and Josefina Gabrielle dazzle as Roxie and Velma. Not much has been done to differentiate this production from its predecessors but that doesn’t matter since the titular roles are carried out with individuality and panache. Gooding’s performance as disgraced sports star, OJ Simpson in the hit series, American Crime Drama, saved him from a run of questionable roles and in his UK stage debut, he yet again proves himself able to captivate audiences. His cheery showmanship and cheeky charm are the performance take-aways Soetaert’s Roxie is both playful and fierce, while Gabrielle is engaging as the calculated and sneering Velma.

The choreography is as smouldering as ever and the big-hit tracks just as toe-tapping. .

Though Chicago is a well-worn production, its satire on the nature of celebrity fits well with our fameobsessed society. Its comedic rhythm is enjoyable and its energy palpable.

Here’s to another few decades of razzle dazzle.

VERDICT

A sassy come-back for the old-time favourite ★★★★★

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SUMMER LOVING BIMBA Y LOLA Bimba Y Lola have whipped up a SS18 wardrobe for the Woodstock festivalgoer of 1969 for their Summer of Love collection. Expect pastels, prints, faded denim and long, freeflowing silhouettes. bimbaylola.com

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he Tunisian-born couturier Azzedine Alaïa enjoyed his role as an outsider in the world of fashion. Always dressed in a uniform of black, he ignored the collection calendar while tirelessly upholding the traditions of haute couture. From his first show in the late 1970s to his final one just before his death in 2017, Alaïa’s work has generated excitement and respect.

Sensuous, body-hugging forms, described as ‘second-skin dressing’, are Alaïa’s enduring influence. Experimenting with the latest stretch materials and precisely tailored leathers, he worked in the tradition of the great couturiers he admired and studied, Madeleine Vionnet, Cristóbal Balenciaga and Charles James.

Alaïa thought with his hands. He gave his ideas form by draping, cutting and pinning fabric directly on to the statuesque models with whom he loved to work. He combined his rigorous technical skills with an understanding of how women want to feel. He once remarked, ‘I make clothes, women make fashion’.

And many women have made fashion in his elegant and sensual creations, from Greta Garbo, Grace Jones, Lady Gaga, and Tina Turner to Scarlett Johansson, Naomi Campbell and Rihanna.

Reflecting a consistency of approach and the timelessness of his creations, Alaïa’s most significant works are grouped here to reveal ideas he perfected and remastered over many years. This includes Alaïa’s use of black, his favourite and most widely used colour. Restricting the colour palette left Alaïa nowhere to hide and enabled him to develop the purist expression of his ideals of form. As Alaïa’s explorations in shape and volume deepened, he remained focused solely on the demands of perfecting his vision, not on market demands. This exhibition and installation, conceived with Alaïa, includes architectural elements by artists who Alaïa admired and befriended, as well as photographs of Maison Alaïa by the artist Richard Wentworth, who documented the fashion house over the past few years.

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Paradise Gemstone Earrings, £2,770; harrods.com

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Rosie Tapner and Lady Alice Manners show off the most beautiful Goodwood looks

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In glorious sunshine, the pair embodied Goodwood’s relaxed style in dresses by Temperley, Roksanda, Preen by Thorton Bregazzi, Ermanno Scervino, Philosophy, Mulberry, Erdem, Self Portrait, Vilshenko, Dodo Bar Or and Zimmerman and shoes by Manolo Blahnik, Jimmy Choo and Malone Souliers against the backdrop of Goodwood House, Goodwood’s beautiful stable yard and bluebell woods.

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FASHION • RACING STYLE

There has been racing at Goodwood for over 200 years and Goodwood has always been known for its informal dress code.

As King Edward VII once said of Qatar Goodwood Festival (affectionately known then and still as Glorious Goodwood), ‘it’s a garden party with racing tacked on’.

Racegoers won’t find the width of their straps or length of their dresses under scrutiny when they arrive at Goodwood.

Nor is Glorious famous for its elaborate hats. Instead the style is simple and elegant; Rosie and Alice wear long flowing dresses, natural hair and make-up and shoes they can wear with ease all day long to ensure they leave feeling as free and beautiful as they did when they walked through the gates. The only stipulation is a jacket and tie for gentlemen; a linen suit and panama complete the look.

Rosie and Lady Alice will race on Ladies’ Day, August 2, in what will be the eighth Magnolia Cup. The race has raised over £1.2million for a number of charities since its inception. Run over five-and-a-halffurlongs down Goodwood’s straight in front of a capacity crowd of 25,000, the riders will need nerves of steel, especially as most of those taking part had never set foot in a racing yard before their training started.

For the first time this year, each rider will wear a bespoke jockey silk designed exclusively for the Magnolia Cup by Iranian/ Swedish fashion designer and women’s

rights activist Morvarid Sahafi. Morvarid’s designs for her brand, Morv London, reflect female empowerment and are inspired by the Suffragette movement, in fitting support of the values of the Magnolia Cup. This year, the Magnolia Cup will support Cancer Research UK, the world’s leading cancer charity dedicated to saving lives through research. Its pioneering work into the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer has helped save millions of lives and has been at the heart of progress that has already seen survival in the UK double in the last 40 years. The charity is continuing to tackle women’s cancers on all fronts – helping to prevent and improve the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer and gynaecological cancers.

Fundraising takes place through race and horse sponsorship, as well as at the Regency Ball, a stunning Regency-themed banquet and party held at Goodwood House the evening after the Magnolia Cup.

THIS YEAR’S INSPIRING RIDERS LADY ALICE MANNERS • Sunday Telegraph columnist and personal shopper DR AMANDA CROSS • Cancer Researcher at Imperial College London, funded by Cancer Research UK CAMILLA HICKISH • Trainee doctor and cancer survivor EMILY BAXENDALE • Founder and Creative Director, Emily-London milliners HOLLY THOMSON (HOLLIE-ELLA) • Director & Editor of In The Country magazine & blog ROSIE TAPNER • British fashion model and student at Oxford Brookes University SARAH COOK • Sport Secretary, Daily Mirror & Sunday Mirror SHADI HALLIWELL • Chief Marketing Officer, Three KATIE FORREST • Managing Director at The Edit Design Agency

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A reality beauty filter, summer skin saviour and new launches B y C H A R LOT T E E M E R S O N

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BLURRED LINES C H A R LOT T E T I L B U RY

Get camera-ready in an instant with the limited edition Beauty Filters range from make-up artist to the stars, Charlotte Tilbury.

With everything from cream blushes to a collogen lip bath, the collection promises brighter eyes, plumper lips and longer lashes. From £29 charlottetilbury.com

SUMMER RESCUE LUMITY

The warmer months can often leave your skin dry and dehydrated. Lumity Complete Nourishment Facial Oil replenishes and soothes your face using passionflower seed oil, green tea leaf extracts and many other natural ingredients. £48. lumitylife.co.uk

Quality Care CANCER CENTRE LONDON IN WIMBLEDON WINS INTERNATIONAL AWARD FOR QUALITY

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nternationally renowned dedicated cancer centre, Cancer Centre London, has just won an International Commendation Award for Quality at the CHKS Top Hospitals Awards 2018.

The Centre, which is located on Parkside in Wimbledon, offers cancer patients state-of-the-art treatment at a hospital dedicated to the treatment of all types of cancer.

Cancer Centre London is a recognised Centre of Excellence, and prides itself on the extent of its highly experienced staff, employing many specialists who have been recognised leaders in their field for many years. The centre combines outstanding experience with the latest medical developments and advanced treatment programmes. The team of radiotherapy physicists, radiographers, pharmacists and oncology nurses are dedicated professionals awho provide the highest level of service and support that can be offered.

The centre is conveniently located in Wimbledon, within easy reach of central London and the Home Counties.

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DIGITAL DEFENCE BAREMINERALS

In an age of digital blue lights and florescent lighting, bareminerals launches skin saviour Complexion Rescue Defense Radiant Tint Protective Moisturiser. With natural cacao extract and camellia flower, this daily super shield will protect your skin from everyday damage and aging. £35. bareminerals.co.uk

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NAILSINC Fun and bright shades are being celebrated at NailsInc with their latest SS18 colour range, all bright and shimmery. £11-15. nailsinc.com

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PERFUME

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hoosing a holiday fragrance is one of the greatest olfactory joys imaginable.

A marriage of perfume and destination will be fixed in the mind forever, creating a scent-memory that can be relived again and again.

When selecting your travel companion, the destination should be foremost in the mind. Is your vacation to be filled with sun, sea and sand or is it an urban adventure? Perhaps it is an agrarian idyll of rolling countryside or dramatic jungles. Just as you would never wear a ballgown to go whitewater rafting or short shorts in Thai temples, there is an etiquette to sensible scenting that will enhance the travel experience.

Vacation scents should be jubilant, they should lift the spirits, excite and energise, soothe and take us on a journey.

“A MARRIAGE OF PERFUME AND DESTINATION” For scents in the city there are fragrances that are designed to conjure a specific metropolis.

The Gallivant collection is dedicated to travel, with six fragrances to choose from. The deliciously spicy Istanbul with cardamom, red thyme and sweet myrrh recalls the famous Egyptian Market, while sparkling Brooklyn uses bergamot, orange and fizzing lemons to recreate the buzz of this artisanal hub. If Milan is on your itinerary, 10 Corso Como is a fragrance created for the world's first concept store and every bit as

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stylish and stimulating, with Italian geraniums, roses and oud.

If you are heading to the beach, sunshine scents are the perfect choice. Costarela by Carner Barcelona evokes the beauty and glamour of the Costa Brava in an olfactory evening stroll along the shore. Agrumi from Farmacia SS Annunziata celebrates the Amalfi Coast with its sun-soaked lemons, orange blossom and grapefruit plus its well-heeled elegance. From magical Capri comes Fiori di Capri from Carthusia, its gardenia and tuberose gently flirting with wild strawberries and honey. Mariners will appreciate the oceanic squall of Heeley's Sel Marin, an aquatic green scent of sea salt, algae and moss beneath the bright rays of Italian bergamot and lemon. This is the scent for sailing, cruises or simply bobbing about on the water.

Myriad pastoral perfumes that enhance the experience of nature include Apsu from Ulrich Lang, which realises an arcadian bower of green leaves after a summer rainstorm while The Soft Lawn from Imaginary Authors with its linden blossom, laurel and ivy imagines the perfect picnic in an English meadow. Quince, Mint & Moss from Union uses only British ingredients with Somerset quince providing a delicate heart-note underscored with a refreshing hint of garden mint.Cowboy Grass from D.S. & Durga is a landscape fragrance that distils the American prairie with its dry, dusty plains, sagebrush, wild thyme and prairie grass.

From the white sands and azure waters of the West Indies to the baked, desert scrubland of Yosemite, with a little research there awaits the perfect perfume to capture the mood. Just close your eyes and inhale.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY • TREND SHISEIDO Expert Sun Ageing Protection Lotion SPF 50+, £32; houseoffraser.co.uk

EDITOR’S PICK

TOM FORD Face Protect SPF 50, 30ml, £58.00; johnlewis.com

BOBBI BROWN SPF50 Primer Plus Protection, £24; bobbibrown.co.uk

EAU THERMALE AVENE Cleanance Sunscreen SPF 50+, £16; boots.com

ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Marine Cream SPF 30, £82; elemis.com

YSL BEAUTY Forever Youth Liberator SPF 15 Crème 50ml, £69; yslbeauty.co.uk

VICHY Ideal Soleil Matifying face dry touch SPF50, £16.50; vichy.co.uk

SUN SAVIOURS

GIORGIO ARMANI Maestro UV Makeup Primer, £42; armanibeauty.co.uk

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CHARLOTTE TILBURY Charlotte's Magic Cream, £70; charlottetilbury.com

YSL BEAUTY Forever youth liberator SPF 15 Serum, £68; yslbeauty.co.uk

CHANEL SKIN CEUTICALS Mineral Eye UV Defense SPF 50, £30; skinceuticals.co.uk

UV Essentiel Daily Defender SPF 30 or 50, £55; chanel.com

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Set in the charming heart of Dorking, nestled between the North Downs and gentle slopes of the Denbies Estate and Vineyards, The White Horse stands as one of England’s most storied coaching inns, with a history dating back as far as 1278.

The property has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment and overhaul of both the public spaces, dining concept, and 56 bedrooms. Offering stylish accommodation, a destination restaurant, as well as an all-new bar and deli concept, The Dozen, specialising in local Surrey produce.

In other words, plenty to get your teeth into‌

01306 881138 The White Horse Hotel, High Street, Dorking, Surrey, United Kingdom RH4 1BE info@whitehorsedorking.com | www.whitehorsedorking.com

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FOOD & DRINK

GREAT TASTES MISSONI FAMILY COOKBOOK We know them for fashion but it turns out the Missoni family are also a dab hand in the kitchen. We've selected the tastiest plates from the family cookbook to whip up yourself. assouline.com

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WHAT TO DRINK

GRAPE news

TASTING NOTES

London’s food news and most exciting openings this July

By GEORGIA MCVEIGH

Wine recommendations for the month

By GUILLEM GUL T H E W I L L O W R E S TA U R A N T M A N AG E R

Paso A Paso Verdejo Organic, 13%  £24 Attractive tropical fruit aromas with hints of lime and aromatic herbs, lead you into fresh melon and stone fruit flavours with a touch of citrus. It has excellent balance of fruit and acidity and good length.

This dry white wine is made from the lovely Verdejo

Frey Sangiovese Organic, 14%  £35 Vigorous Sangiovese vines thrive in our Home Ranch vineyard. Hot days and cool nights ripen the fruit to perfection and yield a wine that is medium bodied with rich fruit and gentle tannins. Pair with The Willow’s 30 Day Dry-Aged Ribeye Steak

Rioja Rosado, Sierra Cantabria, 13.5%  £25 Beautifully delicate pink. The aroma is of raspberries and rose petals - delicate and yet with lots of personality.

Just the same in the mouth, with superb juicy fruit character, refreshing acidity and superb length on the finish. Fabulous wine! Pair

THE WILLOW REAL FOOD RESTAURANT The Willow offers natural and biodynamic wines using organic and minimal intervention methods. To view their wine list, visit www.yourwillow.co.uk 16 The Triangle, KT1 3RT Tel 020 3034 2424

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City fresh D E VO N S H I R E T E R R AC E

Breathing fresh air into stale city life, Devonshire Terrace is the perfect place for business breakfasts, boozy brunches or late-night cocktails. Try their decadent sharing boards sitting in the glorious year-round covered glass terrace or sip on a cocktail under the stars.

Devonshire Terrace, EC2M drakeandmorgan.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK• NOTES Our pick of the best

AFTERNOON TEAS

ALICE'S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND The Taj Hotel lays it on thick with this Alice in Wonderland themed afternoon tea. Take a trip down the rabbit hole with the eclectic menu that features 'Queen of Hearts' mango tarts, 'Drink Me' strawberry potion and other themed delights.

51 Buckingham Gate, SW1; taj51buckinghamgate.co.uk

TALE AS OLD AS TIME

DIET DREAM T H E W I L LOW

Rarely are you able to say that a restuarant caters to all dietary requirements. But Kingston's The Willow might be about to change that. Offering healthy, delicious food with gluten-free, vegan/vegetarian, paleo and low FODMAP options, it's food for thought for all tastes. Try their spiced sea trout with ginger bok choi, or check out their selection of delicious desserts.

16 The Triangle, KT1; yourwillow.co.uk

The popularity of this Beauty and the Beast afternoon tea is clear from the fact it's been sold out since its inception. If you're lucky enough to get a booking, indulge in the chocolate clock tart or "try the grey stuff" mousse, served in Mrs Potts and Chip Potts dishware.

The Town House, Kensington, SW7; townhousekensington.com

PUB GRUB THE BISHOP

You can't beat a good pub lunch sitting outside in the sun, and The Bishop is one of Britain's best. Perched on the banks of the Thames, soak up the sunshine while you sip on a glass of ice cold white wine, or indulge in their cold fish platter or a traditional Ploughmans.

2 Bishop's Hall off Thames St, KT1; thebishopkingston.co.uk

AQUA SHARD

If eating up the Shard wasn't glamorous enough, then add a further touch of luxury with their afternoon tea. Lobster sandwiches, black pudding sausage rolls and peanut butter parfait are just some of what you can expect to eat whilst gazing across London.

Level 31 The Shard, SE1; aquashard.co.uk

SWEET DELIGHTS PIERRE MARCOLINI TALE AS OLD AS TIME

SUSHI FUEL SUSHI SHOP

Not even food has escaped World Cup fever, and Sushi Shop has outdone itself with a decadent box dedicated to the sporting event. The Moscow Box is a limited edition box of colour coordinated sushi delivered right to your door, so you don't have to leave the sofa for your favourite snack.

Various locations; mysushishop.co.uk

ALICE IN WONDERLAND

There’s nothing better than a truly decadent box of chocolates, and Pierre Marcolini has stepped up to the mark – with a twist.

Enveloped in a thin layer of chocolate, this red fruit désir contains a biscuit miserable, vanilla mousse and a red fruits insert. eu.marcolini.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Located at One Tower Bridge. Prosecco House is London’s fist prosecco-specialist bar. It stocks Prosecco DOCG, from Veneto, the home of the drink, a creation of owner Kristina Issa, bringing the excellence of Italian prosecco to London. Kristina works with small family-owned vineyards, while the bar has over 20 varieties on the menu, hand picked by Kristina herself, from wineries such as Marchiori, Rivalta, Cirotto, Tasi Bio and Andreola.

PROSECCO HOUSE 1 Crown Square One Tower Bridge London, SE1 2SE @proseccohouse ProseccoHouseLondon

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• XXXXX FOOD &CULTURE DRINK • SUMMER

Dining AL FRESCO Our pick of outdoor terraces in London

By HELEN BROWN

GR A NA RY SQUA R E BR A SSER IE

Granary Square Brasserie has partnered with Fever Tree to transform its terrace into a Physic Garden. Learn how to blend your own botanical gin concoctions at the House of Apothecary before enjoying a delicious three-course dinner. granarysquarebrasserie.com

OXO TOW ER

Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar and Brasserie Oxo has teamed up with 1800 Tequila to launch the 1800 Terrace. Set to be a haven of al fresco dining this summer, guests can sip on exclusive 1800 cocktails and dine on a bespoke Mexican brunch menu. oxotowerrestaurant.com

THE RIB ROOM

Jumeirah Carlton Tower has partnered with Champagne Laurent-Perrier to bring Londoners a taste of summer on The Rib Room Bar & Restaurant’s terrace.

Here, guests will be able to indulge in a glass of fizz while looking out on the picturesque Cadogan Place Gardens. jumeirah.com

THE GARDENING SOCIET Y

STEIN’S Stein’s Kingston is a cosy yet contemporary alpine lodge with a spacious terrace by the Thames. Diners can enjoy a menu of traditional Bavarian-Austrian fare; think sausages, sauerkraut and pan-fried potatoes. Of course, everything is best accompanied by a large stein of Bavarian beer.

56 High Street, KT1; stein-s.com

Inspired by the capital’s love of music and sound, The Gardening Society at John Lewis Oxford Street presents Summer of Sound On The Roof. Expect live gigs, DJ sets, acoustic music and a breath-taking panoramic backdrop of the city’s skyline with food from fried chicken specialists, Butchies and drinks courtesy of Fever Tree. johnlewis.com

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LOW FODMAP

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PALEO PROTEIN RICH

GRAIN FREE

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DAIRY FREE

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HEALTHY FATS

VEGETARIAN

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“With Daisy Mae having coeliac disease & also being allergic to egg, we have always struggled to eat out & enjoy a family meal together. Thank heavens for The Willow – an incredible destination that embraces all dietary requirements & lifestyle choices!” Nic Kemp, mother

LOW CARB

Real food, really well made A restaurant that caters for everyone who enjoys deliciously nutritious food, and those with specific dietary requirements can dine with peace of mind. A truly unique destination for your friends, family and clients.

Thai Prawn Skewers

Matcha Ice Cream with Dark Chocolate

Natural wines

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Sweet

SERVES Tennis-themed Afternoon Teas for Wimbledon

By HELEN BROWN

THE IVY CAFÉ, WIMBLEDON Available now until 20 July

The Ivy Café, Wimbledon has created a series of delights for guests to enjoy while the sporting action kicks off around the corner. Along with the Centre Court Melting Bomb, two exclusive strawberries and cream cocktails will be available to help celebrate the tennis wins. theivycafewimbledon.com

THE DORCHESTER Available between 2-15 July

The Dorchester is serving its annual Wimbledon Afternoon Tea for the duration of the tournament. It includes the Wimbledon Tennis Sponge - made with Lemon verbena, strawberry and white chocolate – accompanied by champagne, strawberries and cream, finger sandwiches and scones. dorchestercollection.com

SQUIRE’S Available between 1-15 July

Visitors to Squire’s Garden Centre can enjoy a Wimbledon-inspired cream tea featuring Eton Mess, a scone with jam and clotted cream and a pot of lose leaf tea. A gluten free option is also available. No booking is required, simply turn up at any Squire’s centre and enjoy. squiresgardencentres.co.uk

PAUL THE PETERSHAM RESTAURANT Available between 2-15 July

The Petersham Restaurant, at The Petersham Hotel is running its quintessential Afternoon Tea with a tennis twist. The big serves for the season are a Pimm’s jelly with cucumber foam, mini mango tennis ball cheesecakes and white chocolate and strawberry tartlets. petershamhotel.co.uk

Available 2-15 July

Get a taste of this year’s tournament with limited edition treats from French artisan bakery and pâtisserie, PAUL. New for 2018 and keeping things refreshingly cool as the heat rises on Centre Court is the Strawberry & Cream Frappé, while past-favourites, the Tennis Choux and the Grand Slam Lemon Tart, make eagerlyawaited returns. paul-uk.com

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2 course set lunch £16.50

to book please call

monday to saturday

020 8946 3031

3 course set dinner £25

mon to fri - 8am - 10.30pm sat - 9am - 10.30pm sun - 9am - 3.30pm

A great place to dine before, during & after the wimbledon championships lightwimbledon.co.uk | 48 High St, Wimbledon SW19 5AX

monday to thursday

offers available until end of july, mention offer when booking. not available during wimbledon fortnight.

to make a booking call 020 8944 6338 Wimbledons favourite neighbourhood restaurant.

Great value set menus.

three course set dinner £23.50

Seasonal cooking at its best

offer available until the end of july - monday to thursday. mention offer when booking. not available during wimbledon fortnight.

www.lighthousewimbledon.com

tuesday nights - 2 rib-eye steaks, chips, salad and a bottle of house wine - £45

75-77 ridgway wimbledon SW19 4ST

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Authentic Punjabi Restaurant

Vin and his team specialize in the finest, most authentic Punjabi cuisine, using traditional Tandoor cooking methods and family recipes passed down from generation to generation Try our magnificent champagne beer as well, Curious Brew, the perfect accompaniment to wash down our delicious food “This is the best Indian in London. I work in central London and haven’t found anywhere that compares, brick lane falls way short in comparison…”

J. Macdonald,Wimbledon

~ 193 Worple Road, Wimbledon SW20 8RE 020 8947 2212 info@sairestaurant.co.uk www.sairestaurant.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK • REVIEW

ABSOLUTELY eats out…

“Casa Mia is a place to celebrate everything: family, friends and a love of good food”

Fresh feast Casa Mia is an authentic Italian with delicious dishes

FOOD Simple, authentic and delicious Italian food

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asa Mia encapsulates the quintessential Italian restaurant.

With outdoor seating and a charming rustic interior, it could well have been lifted straight from Italy and transported to the cosy streets of Hampton Court Village. Seated at a neatly laid table next to the windows, I take in the buzzing dining room, and its obvious popularity is a compliment to the cosy atmosphere and quality of the food. Casa Mia is a place to celebrate everything Italian: family, friends, and a love of good food.

The menu is expansive, and contains everything from homemade pastas, sirloin and fillet steaks, and a large selection of seafood, from Scampi Provinciale to a loaded Fumetto di Pesce (you name a type of shellfish and it’s there).

As we deliberate, we nibble on a basket of fresh baguette washed down with a glass of prosecco. To start I choose the mussels, my companion the cured meats platter, which arrives with speedy punctuality. The mussels are beautifully soft, swimming in a tangy tomato broth which is delicate enough not to overpower the mussels, and has just a hint of

DECOR Rustic, traditional and homely interior

PRICE Starters from £5.95 Pasta from £6.25

VERDICT A friendly, fun restaurant at a good price

garlic and heat. It’s hard to go wrong with cured meats, and it doesn’t disappoint, with a large selection of classic Italian Salamis and parma ham that my companion pairs with the baguette.

Eager to try the selection of fresh pasta, I opt for the linguine and clams for a main, and my companion a fillet steak served with a selection of seasonal mixed vegetables. The linguine is a highlight, slightly al dente with fresh clams soaked in delicate white wine and garlic sauce and garnished with handfuls of parsley. It seems to get better with each bite, and my dining partner is equally taken by his own steak, which is both tender and full flavour.

Casa Mia is undoubtedly a popular haunt of its neighbours with its authentic and simple Italian dishes.

The good service, delicious food and friendly atmosphere will make it a popular hangout of mine, too.

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HUGO CARTER'S SILENT WINDOWS Hugo Carter’s unique range of noisereduction windows transform lives and restore tranquillity. Run by engineers, Silent Windows ® reduce unwanted noise and create urban heaven. silentwindows.co.uk

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Ideas, designs and styles for your home

By PENDLE HARTE

STATEMENT PIECE ARTEK

Armchair 400 was created

by Alvar Aalto in 1936 for an exhibition at the Milan Triennale, where it was promptly awarded a prize.

The chair owes its nickname “Tank” to its distinctive wide and sturdy armrests. It is launching imminentnly in this limited edition print at The Conran Shop. conranshop.co.uk

ART OF GLASS RICHARD BRENDON

Richard Brendon has partnered with Gleneagles to develop the hand-crafted crystal collection, Fluted, which draws inspiration from the decadent cocktail culture of the 1920s, and fits perfectly in the American Bar at Gleneagles richardbrendon.com

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INTERIORS • NOTES

O N TH E T I LES Our favourite tiles for walls and floors

ORIGINAL STYLE Artworks wall tiles, £POA originalstyle.com

LUXURY AT HOME ARTEL

CREATIVE TOPS Maxwell Williams Medina Ceramic tiles, £POA creative-tops.com

CARRY ON

ORIGINAL STYLE Odyssey Mezzo mix, £POA originalstyle.com

VITRA

With his design for Rotary Tray, Jasper Morrison has given the classic tiered etagere a new contemporary look. Thanks to its understated shape and colouring, Rotary Tray naturally complements all types of interior styles and can be used for a variety of different functions. From £40. vitra.com

New luxury e-partment store Niquesa offers UK-based consumers unprecedented access to some of the world’s most desirable products. The best in home accessories includes Artel glass (pictured) as well as cashmere by Agnona and knives by Savernake. The expanding range is designed to include absolutely the word's finest things. niquesa.com

EDITOR’S PICK

ORIGINAL STYLE Odyssey Mezzo Nocturne, £POA originalstyle.com

MARRAKECH DESIGN Dandelion tile in pigeon blue and pure white, £POA marrakechdesign.se

OFF THE WALL THE BAKED TILE COMPANY Fes multicoloured wall tile, £35 per m2 bakedtiles.co.uk

FLOCK STUDIO

The beautiful Sticks wallpaper is based on a simple French shirt fabric design from the late 1880s, reminiscent of sewing pins of botanical illustrations. It's digitally printed in Lancashire; £130 per roll. flock.orguk

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INTERIORS • PRODUCTS WALLS AND FLOORS Jumble geometro tiles wallsandfloors.co.uk

UMBRA Zina magazine rack, £40 black-by-design.co.uk

FERM LIVING Outline wall decoration, £79 ambientedirect.com

FUNDAMENTAL BERLIN Corner shelf, £399 oostor.com

ATKIN AND THYME

EDITOR’S PICK

Hexagon console table, £399 atkinandthyme.co.uk

FERM LIVING Brass pencil holder, £72 scp.amara.com

LOAF Postino side table, £175 loaf.com

SHAPE SHIFTERS

ORIGINAL STYLE Blue Large Hexagon tile, £POA originalstyle.com

Absolutely’s edit of eyecatching geometrics

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PATRICIA URQUIOLA LA Sunset coffee table, £POA chaplins.co.uk

DISTINCTIFY KARLIE KLUM

Piccolo side table, £159 distinctify.com

Hexagon wallpaper, £28 limelace.co.uk

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Luxury British Furniture Since 1977 Visit Bridgman, Walton on Thames to view the ďŹ nest range of quality garden furniture, featuring exclusive fully waterproof and virtually stainproof seat and back cushions – great for the unpredictable British weather or even the odd wine spill.

Visit: www.bridgman.co.uk

Call: 01932 242707

New Zealand Avenue, Walton on Thames KT12 1PL

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When Selfridges celebrated its 100th birthday, it was Tatty Devine’s Rosie Wolfenden and Harriet Vine who made the cake. Artists including Antony Gormley and Rob Ryan have worked with them and the jewellers’ creations have included popcorn beads, rosette brooches and tape measure belts as well as the original signature name necklaces.e Now Vine and Wolfenden have teamed up with Made.com for their first foray into homewares. a collection of quirky home accessories.

Well known for mixing both humour and style in their jewellery designs, their new collection of quirky home accessories consists of seven products, focusing on Tatty Devine’s iconic motifs: gin bottles and lobsters.

Tatty Devine’s Rosie Wolfenden said:“Tatty Devine is so excited to have teamed up with MADE, and can’t wait to accessorise our home. Seeing our designs come to life as the Gin Lamp and Lobster Clock is a real dream come true,” while Made.com’s design director Ruth Wasserman called the collection “perfect for the fun-loving Made customer… Tatty Devine’s witty aesthetic will bring an instant splash of personality to the home.” made.com A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Interior Fabrics designer centre has now relocated to:

Walton on Thames

Top fabric brands: Casamance, Voyage, Ian Mankin, Jim Dickens & many more Bespoke services: Made to Measure Curtains & Blinds, Upholstery, Cushions and Foam Replacements • Transforming your space that reflects your passion • Fantastic selection of fabrics, wallpapers, homeware and soft furnishing • Interior Design Service for domestic and contract work • A family run business, established over 50 years

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KIDS & EDUCATION

PARIS MATCH

SÉZANE X BON TON Introducing Sézane’s first ever collaboration with Bon Ton: a range that evokes long French summers and dreamy beach rambles with a contemporary take on classic Gallic style. bonton.fr

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ACTIVITIES ABROAD

Print run THEIR NIBS

Vintage-inspired children's fashion brand Their Nibs celebrates its 15th birthday this month. Known for its pretty and quirky prints and adorable shapes, the brand has evolved into homewares too. Happy birthday! theirnibs.com

SMALL TALK Holiday ideas, sun protection and a fishy game – plus a shout out for Their Nibs

IN THE SHADE IZIPIZI

Izipizi's range of kids' sunglasses caters for ages 0-10, with a special collection for babies under one. With 100% UV protection, they're safe as well as stylish. izipizi.com

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ctivities Abroad have been providing thrilling, yet safe, family activity holidays since 2002.

In that time, they have developed a fantastic range of exciting, year-round, multi-activity holidays, winning them awards for Best Small Family Holiday Company and Best Small Activity Holiday provider at the British Travel Awards for two consecutive years. Their family holidays naturally revolve around the school holidays and they offer both summer and winter trips designed specifically for active families. From multi-activity trips in Europe and further afield, to dog sledding and chasing the Northern Lights in Finnish Lapland, these are exhilarating and unforgettable family holidays, which you will still be discussing around the dinner table for years afterwards. As parents themselves, they cannot place enough emphasis on the safety and organisational sides of our trips. activitiesabroad.com

EDITOR’S PICK

GO FISH

SUN SAFE

OCEAN BINGO

ECO COSMETICS

A grand total of 64 different sea creatures are featured in this game of Ocean Bingo, along with facts about each one. Tots can learn as they play. laurenceking.com

Keep your children’s skin protected from harmful sun rays with the Eco Cosmetics Sun Spray SPF 50+. The 100% mineral based formula reflects the sun's rays. £36.95 allnaturalme.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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TRAVEL

CHASING THE SUN MARIGOT BAY RESORT We get a taste of island life on a relaxing and rum-filled escape to Marigot Bay Resort and one of St Lucia's most enticing marinas. marigotbayresort.com stlucia.org

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“A bottle of rum and a devilishly moorish ginger cake are waiting for us in our rooms as we arrive; both do wonders to remedy jet-lag”

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REIGN Marigot Bay Resort is the jewel in St Lucia’s crown of luxury hideaways. Absolutely discovers it on a restful and slightly rainy escape to the Caribbean’s most verdant island

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t’s April and it’s sweltering in the UK. An unexpected, headline-making, sweat-breaking heatwave is causing havoc on London’s public transport and sales of Calippo are skyrocketing. So you can imagine my dismay to touch down in St Lucia beneath a thunderous sky and drizzle. Well, you win some, you lose some. So as my jetlag addled brain navigates the puddles on the concourse, I focus on the positives. 1. A relatively short transfer to base-camp for the week which, 2. is the exceedingly luxurious Marigot Bay Resort. Such is the first benefit that in under two hours I have a Marigot signature rum cocktail in hand. Welcome to the Caribbean.

Almost every inch of St Lucia is covered with rainforest: large prehistoric-looking fern trees, sturdy vines and gangly palms line the roads, which – I might add – are tortuous.

It takes one hell of a confident driver to manoeuvre the twists, turns and gradients of the coastal road. But it does afford spectacular views across the sea. Our driver very thoughtfully makes a number of stops along the way so that we can get out and snap particularly beautiful vistas. St Lucia certainly is blessed by nature.

Five miles south of the capital Castries, Marigot Bay is an uber-chic—yet laid-back—villa resort climbing the hillside above one of the Caribbean's most beautiful bays. It also overlooks a marina filled with fabulous megayachts. So the view is incomparable. Add unbeatable accommodation,

excellent dining, personalised service, a fabulous spa, two pools and…well, you’ll be hooked. You might even consider chartering your own yacht in the marina.

But why do that when the rooms here are an utter delight?

Each is finished beautifully with dark wood furniture, creamy upholstery accented with colorful cushions, a comfy bed with pillow-top mattress and hardwood flooring. Suites have a separate living and dining room with a sofa bed, Bose sound system and open-plan kitchen that comes fully equipped with anything and everything you could possibly need—there's even a washer and dryer. A bottle of rum and a devilishly moorish and locally-produced ginger cake are waiting for us in our rooms as we arrive; both do wonders to remedy jet-lag. Each day brings a new treat, all local to the region and just as tasty as the first. One could certainly get used to this.

Ground floor suites come with their own private outdoor hot tub while second and third floor suites have a spectacular view of Marigot Bay itself. I still can’t decide which is better but I will say that waking up to that sparkling view - especially when the sun does eventually peek its head from behind the clouds - never gets old.

Foodies will be in raptures over Marigot’s culinary offering which compiles a variety of dining options, overseen

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a menu of seasonal dishes and quality local ingredients. Here is where guests can go all out with a private dining experience - highly recommended. Our first meal is served in a private room just off the main restaurant where we are free to be our raucous and rowdy selves, we are spoiled with a magical al fresco table on the terrace for our would-be last meal at Marigot, and settle into the main restaurant of 14°61° for an unanticipated final feast when our flight home is delayed.

Each is a triumph. Access to one of the Caribbean’s toniest marinas means you’re likely to rub shoulders with some pretty world-class mariners; don’t forget to pack a few pieces of finery for dinner.

ROOMS ARE AVAILABLE WITH RESORT VIEW OR BAY VIEW

The pool bar and Brut Bar soon become favourites for al fresco drinking and dining.

Sushi, Caesar salad, cocktails and fresh coconut water (served in the coconut shell, naturally) become daily occurrences. The pool bar also serves as a very convenient shelter from the occasional monsoon and so we while away many an afternoon slurping rum cocktails and spoiling in the hospitality of the charming bar staff.

When all that pool-lounging gets too much, an hour-or-so’s drive back along those twisting roads (a light breakfast is advised) will take you to Rainforest Adventures where you can throw yourself from the treetops in a white-knuckle zip-lining experience. It’s not actually that terrifying, but it is a brilliant way to explore St Lucia's densely packed green spaces.

After a quick tutorial I am strapped into an especially unflattering harness, (complete with helmet and hairnet), before joining a queue of nervous-looking punters. There is a series of lines to complete and I'm relieved to make it down the first without snapping the line or getting struck in the face by a wayward gecko.

By the end, even the most acrophobic will have eased in and will enjoy soaring through the canopies.

MARIGOT BAY SUITE WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB

“I am relieved to make it down without snapping the line or getting struck in the face by a wayward gecko” Back at the resort, a night at The Rum Cave is just what the doctor ordered to settle any remaining tree-top jitters. At this hidden delight, guests get an education in, you guessed it, rum - Caribbean and otherwise - from Marigot’s cheeky and charming head barman. From the sugar cane plantations to the exotic bottles it’s served in, we spend an evening discovering the ins and outs of making this most essential of island spirits.

And of course, there is plenty of opportunity to sample. A variety of rum tasters are served alongside a selection of nibbles to keep those sailor’s legs steady.

With resplendent views and unmatched hospitality, Marigot Bay Resort is a dream destination for anyone looking for a little R&R and a luxurious taste of St Lucian living. The view across the bay is the stuff of postcards, especially when the glorious Caribbean sun is shining, which, more often than not, it is. Unfortunate as I was not to bring the British sunshine away with me, my stay at Marigot Bay Resort is idyllic. Come rain or shine, this venue delivers in bucketloads.

M A R I G OT B AY R E S O R T & M A R I N A Marigot Bay Resort & Marina offers a bay view 1 bedroom suite for 2 from £696 on a room only basis. Flights from London to St Lucia are available direct with British Airways. For more information on St Lucia visit stlucia.org . Lounge access provided by dragonpass.com and No1 Lounges. marigotbayresort.com

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his imposing Grade IIlisted redbrick Victorian building sits in an isolated spot at the top of Newquay’s Fistral Beach, looming over the landscape. There’s something very cinematic about it, and this was fully exploited by Nicolas Roeg, who filmed much of his 1987 version of Roald Dahl’s The Witches here. The building and its remote-looking location (in fact, central Newquay is a few minutes’ walk away) play an important role in the film.

Today, while the interiors have been updated, they retain the grand scale and of course the sea views that dominate virtually every room. An intriguing if slightly spooky scale model of the building in lego takes over one of the grand landings. We feel that Wes Anderson would love it here.

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ur family suite is at the very top of the building, commanding fantastic views of the beach. Comfortable beds, a spacious bathroom, an excellent shower and all the luxuries you’d expect make for a comfortable stay. We spend a happy evening watching The Witches from the concierge’s dvd library (they have multiple copies).

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he north coast of Cornwall is full of beautiful beaches. We take a small trip to nearby Watergate Bay where Jamie Oliver’s Fifteen restaurant has a stylish outpost with marvellous beach views. A drive to Padstow is recommended for Rick Stein’s foodie offerings and the coastal path.

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istral Beach is a surfer’s paradise. We wake up to see eager surfers taking to the waves at the crack of dawn: it’s a vast stretch of sand with endless crashing waves.

The hotel can arrange surfing lessons; it also has a spa that’s one of the best in the region.

Its two restaurants are high – Samphire is formal with a pianist, silver service and a two rosettes while The Terrace is more relaxed.

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TRAVEL • UK GETAWAY

“Impressive sea views dominate virtually every room”

THE HEADLAND, NEWQUAY CORNWALL An impressive Victorian hotel located at the top of beautiful Fistral Beach

By PENDLE HARTE

Last minute double rooms from £23 THE HEADLAND Fistral Beach, Newquay, Cornwall TR7 1EW 01637 872211 headlandhotel.co.uk

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Stein’s Kingston Bar Restaurant and Biergarten is a modern, yet cosy design, which is welcoming everybody throughout the day and into the night. At weekends it is a fabulous place to relax with the family and friends to have a lazy brunch, late lunch or afternoon coffee. Evenings are great for a nice dinner with a relaxed atmosphere, to enjoy with a group of friends.

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ate Georgian elegance with stunning views, set high on the southern slopes of Leith Hill, this property is located within the Surrey Hills area of outstanding natural beauty. Believed to date back to the 1840s, the property was originally the farm house for the adjoining Estate. Later additions and subsequent updating have resulted in an impressive and elegant family home.

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Lakeside Drive ÂŁ1,895,000

A substantial and striking modernist home set in beautifully landscaped gardens in a landmark development close to Esher town centre, offering in excess of 4000 square feet of living accommodation. EPC: TBC

Lower Road, Bookham ÂŁ1,075,000

This attractive Scandia Hus house was built in 2002 and provides circa 3000 sq ft of accommodation.

The rooms are excellently proportioned and Lower Road is conveniently located within a five minute walk of the historic Bookham high street. EPC: TBC

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Pendenza, Cobham £750,000

A well-presented three-bedroom detached house set in a gated development that has direct access to the Tilt and sits within a short walking distance to Cobham & Stoke d’Abernon train station.

EPC: TBC

Highfields, East Horsley £1,380,000

The property is deceptively large and offers the new owners a fresh, modernised family home. It is situated within walking distance of East Horsley village and provides versatile family living. EPC: C

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his magnificent family residence is set in the highlyregarded and intimate Pachesham Park. The grounds extend an acre, with the benefits of a floodlit tennis court and heated swimming pool. The property is also adjacent to a private golf course. A sweeping, treelined driveway leads up to the electronically-gated residence and it is undoubtedly clear that this is an area of luxury.

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xceptional Art and Crafts style country house, overlooking its own stunning landscaped gardens and lake. Located within easy reach of commuter links and just four miles from Guildford, residents have access to a variety of shopping facilities. Wonersh village is delightful and enjoys a lively pub, as well a village store and Doctor's surgery. It is also conveniently located close to St. Catherine's school. house.

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superb 3,171 sq foot Grade ll Listed house for sale in Sydenham. With a sweeping staircase and high ceilings, the ground floor comprises a reception, dining room and a large kitchen/ breakfast room. There is private accessibility for a double room and bathroom. This unique property features a games room spanning the entire width of the house.

ith five double bedrooms and more than 2,000 square feet of space, this is one of the largest and lightest lateral homes available in Battersea. This park-facing, top floor flat with lift access has been newly refurbished to an exceptionally high standard.

A truly unique property, situated in a popular mansion building overlooking Battersea Park.

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ying amongst the idyllic rolling hills of South Downs National Park, Stedham Midhurst is a stunning family home situated in the centre of 45 acres of immaculate grounds, providing comprehensive equestrian facilities. The property is thought to date back to 1799 and enjoys grand rooms with high ceilings. It has also been subject to a major interior design renovation over recent years. house.

Cranleigh, 01483 266700 housepartnership.co.uk

STUNNING FAMILY HOME SITUATED IN THE CENTRE OF 45 ACRES OF IMMACULATE GROUNDS

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A comprehensively renovated, four bedroom, semi-detached Edwardian home which is set over three floors and situated within 0.5 miles of Weybridge Station, High Street and Heathside School. Offered for sale in exceptional condition, with a west-facing garden and parking for two cars. EPC rating C

weybridge@jackson-stops.co.uk jackson-stops.co.uk Local and National reach through a network of London and Regional offices.

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