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Contents AUGUST 2018

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C U LT U R E ABSOLUTELY LOVES

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10 things we’re coveting this month

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AGENDA

Diary dates for August

20 OUTDOOR SWIMMING London's best lidos

EATING OUT

Japanese fusion food in Brixton

43 EASY AL FRESCO

London's best ready-made picnic hampers

INTERIORS 48 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS News and views from the world of design

FA S H I O N 24 THE SHOOT

55 LOVELY LINEN

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y 33 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

T R AV E L 62 A SLICE OF PARADISE

35 PERFUME

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Summer fun with March11

This month’s best beauty buys

Our pick for the home

News from the industry

A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N The online guide to inspirational London living that helps you stay one step ahead of the crowd and gives you the chance to win exclusive prizes.

Island hopping in the Maldives

East meets West with Pryn Parfum

FOOD & DRINK 38 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL

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UK GETAWAY

Glamping at Leeds Castle

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PROPERTY LIVING THE DREAM

The most luxurious London properties

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ISLAND PARADISE

Editor’s

We lap up the luxury of the Maldives on the trip of a lifetime. page 66

LETTER ABSOLUTELY’S August issue highlights

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ondon is at its very best in August – and this year appears to have an even greater than usual selection of outdoor things to do. Openair screens are everywhere, people are drinking pink wine on rooftops and you could be forgiven for thinking that we’re a seaside town for all the waterbased activities going on. In this issue we select some of the best outdoor swimming spots, but there’s more to water than that. The Regents Canal at Paddington Basin is hosting everything from rubber duck racing to canal Zorbing, while traffic on the Thames is made up of BBQ cruises and pleasure boats. Other outdoor adventures include the longest, fastest city centre zip wire ever and the Gorilla Circus trapeze. In fact, why go on holiday at all?

Though we are also singing the praises of one of our favourite holiday destinations, the Maldives, while also appreciating the delights of camping in Kent.

We hope you enjoy the issue.

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WINING & DINING

We head to Brixton for some fun and flavourful Japanese fusion food... page 41

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We are coveting Arum's hand-poured candles... page 36

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COVET THIS

The lipstick outdoor furniture set from Diabla puts the fun back into outdoor furnishing. page 12

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MAKE A SPLASH

In light of the British heatwave this summer, we've explored where to cool down in our round-up of London lidos. page 22

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Wish LIST 10 THINGS WE ABSOLUTELY LOVE Compiled by

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Fun and frivolous, the Lipstick collection is one of Diabla’s more vibrant designs. The set includes an armchair and coffee table and is perfect for adding colourful character to your outdoor space. From £169 diablaoutdoor.com

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THROWING SHAPES

Marni is most recognised for its eclectic prints and bold aesthetic. We love these geometric earrings for their elegant but unusual design. £300; harveynichols.com

EDITOR’S PICK

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TASSEL TIME Diane von Furstenberg’s fun and feminine SS18 accessories collection will add a vibrant fi nish to your summer wardrobe. We like this tasseled number with denim. £247.50; farfetch.com

SUMMER SPICE Opihr’s new Ready to Drink Gin & Tonic serves offer the intriguing and unmistakable flavour of Opihr Gin, each with a fragrant twist.

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CULTURE Audrey Hepburn, 1965, Douglas Kirkland © Douglas Kirkland / Iconic Images; Audrey Hepburn: Beyond the Screen, Proud Central, 17 August - 30 September

What’s On 14 • Theatre Review: The King & I 19 • London Lidos 20 A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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The Agenda

LO N D O N ’S H OT T E ST H A P P E N I N G S

C IN E M A

Al Fresco Films 17-19 August

GREEN WICH PENINSULA

Grab the popcorn, Greenwich Peninsula’s outdoor cinema screenings are preparing for a sequel. Enjoy a trio of crowdpleasing movies in Central Park, as well as cool beers and pizza from The Seaside Pizza Co. Music-lovers can also catch the Summer Jazz Weekender which takes place on the 18th and 19th August.

Peninsula Square, SE10; greenwichpeninsula.co.uk

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Fest Norwood

F RO M 1 AU GUST • BF I S OUTHBAN K

THE OLD FIRE STAT ION

The BFI delve into the tumultuous personal life and career of the incomparable Joan Crawford in a run of 20 films. One of the most iconic actors to have ever graced the silver screen, the season will include extended runs of Crawford’s bestloved films, The Women and Mildred Pearce.

The first West Norwood arts festival features an unmissable line-up of theatre, psychic investigation, storytelling, music, yoga and more. The newly restored South London Theatre Fire Station is at the heart of this openaccess festival which celebrates the heritage of West Norwood.

2A Norwood High Street, SE27; festnorwood.com

THE UNTAMEABLE JOAN CRAWFORD

Belvedere Road, Lambeth, SE1; what son. bfi.org.uk

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C IN E M A

FILM4 SUMMER SCREEN From 9 August SOMERSET HOUSE

Film4 Summer Screen returns for two weeks with a film lover’s dream season at the iconic Somerset House. This year’s stellar selection of films are shown on London’s largest outdoor screen, presented in full surround sound and accompanied by DJ sets and exclusive introductions from directors, cast and surprise special guests.

Strand, London WC2R; somersethouse.org.uk

INDIRECT SUNLIGHT From 13 July N OW GA L L E RY

Indirect Sunlight is an immersive sculptural garden installation by Glasgow-based artists Laura Aldridge and James Rigler. Set to transform NOW Gallery into a rural retreat, the exhibition draws nature inside, inviting visitors to discover an unexpected garden space for contemplation and calm.

The Gateway Pavilions, Peninsula Square, SE10; nowgallery.co.uk

This Month’s Must See

Co-founder Nolan Régent tells us what this hidden gem of jazz is all about Q How do you go about choosing the musical line-up each month?

A When picking bands, I look for a balance between technical brilliance, passion and originality, and I like to avoid the use of a DJ. We want our guests to leave having had a unique experience. A favourite of ours is Alina Bzhezhinska’s tribute to jazz harp. The harp is not widely recognised in jazz music even though it is one of the oldest instruments in the world. Alina’s passion is reflected in her playing style and arrangements.

EX HIBITION

Q What can people expect from an evening at Toulouse Lautrec?

Every Monday we give the piano bar over to the Guildhall School of Music. It's an opportunity to get to know exceptional up and coming young players. Every last Sunday, Louise Ellen the Jukebox Band invites diners to pick their favourite jazz tune to play live. Performances in our jazz club include anything from big bands, soul, swing, jazz and cabaret.

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ver 3,000 objects from around the world are now on display at the Horniman’s much-anticipated World Gallery, which opened this summer. See an exciting array of new acquisitions, special commissions and interactive exhibitions, showcasing the history and heritage of five inhabited continents.

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Q What does Toulouse Lautrec bring to the south London community?

A Naming the venue after the famous painter Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec did not come by as an accident. We knew he lived a very colourful life in some of the classiest jazz and cabaret clubs of Paris. We wanted to reflect this era in our venue. Some people have said our venue has helped shape the community.

I like to think the community has helped shape us.

Q What exciting things have you got coming up in the next few months?

A We are looking forward to celebrating some of the biggest multi-awardwinning artists in the jazz industry for the London Jazz Festival (16-25 November).

We'll also be celebrating the venue’s 10th anniversary on November 27.

140 Newington Butts, SE11; toulouselautrec.co.uk

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CULTURE • THEATRE

ROUND UP

Best in

MUST SEE

SHOW From Absurdist dramas to blistering comedies, these are this month’s top theatre picks

By H E L E N B R O W N

THE RISE AND FALL OF LITTLE VOICE ★★★★★ From 16 August PARK THEATRE

Mother and daughter duo Rafaella Hutchinson and Sally George are to be the first family pairing to star as the reclusive Little Voice and meddling mother Mari in The Rise and Fall of Little Voice. Funny, brutal, beautiful and sad, Jim Cartwright’s uplifting tale is a comic tragedy about finding your voice in a noisy world.

Clifton Terrace, N4 parktheatre.co.uk

The Lehman Trilogy ★★★★★ Ongoing LY T TE LTO N T H E ATR E

On a cold morning in 1844, a young man stands on a New York dockside dreaming of a new life. 163 years later, the firm he establishes spectacularly collapses into bankruptcy and triggers the largest financial crisis in history. Sam Mendes directs Stefano Massini’s vast and poetic play.

THE LEHMAN TRILOGY

Upper Ground, Lambeth SE1 nationaltheatre.org.uk

Aristocrats

Exit The King ★★★★★

★★★★★

Ongoing

From 2 August

O L I V I E R THEATRE

D O N M A R WA RE HO US E

Somewhere in Europe the kingdom is disintegrating. Queen Marguerite is preparing for the end and Queen Marie is in denial. The King is 400 years old and dying, but he’s clinging on for dear life. Rhys Ifans stars in the titular role of this great tragi-comedy in what will be the first time Eugène Ionesco’s work has been performed at the National Theatre.

Ballybeg Hall once played host to grand balls, musical evenings and tennis parties; its rooms busy with painters, poets and politicians. Presiding over all of it was the imposing figure of Judge O’Donnell. Now, on the eve of a wedding, the O’Donnell children return to their ancestral home to find that the rot has set in.

41 Earlham Street, WC2H

Upper Ground, Lambeth SE1 nationaltheatre.org.uk

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The Humans ★★★★★

From 30 August H A M P STE A D TH E ATR E

Stephen Karam’s The Humans follows three generations of the Blake family as they assemble for Thanksgiving. Set in a ramshackle pre-war apartment in Lower Manhattan, Karam’s play is a blisteringly funny but deeply chilling showcase of the human condition; a family at its best and worst navigating the challenges of everyday life.

Eton Avenue, NW3 hampsteadtheatre.com THE HUMANS

EXIT THE KING

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A magical outdoor tale for all the family

Life is suddenly turned upside down and everything becomes curiouser and curiouser…

This summer, join Alice on her amazing journey through Wonderland and experience an adventure like no other. Lewis Carroll’s classic story is cleverly lifted from the page and beautifully brought to life in Glenn Elston’s highly acclaimed production.

Life is suddenly turned upside down for Alice, so join her as she tumbles down the rabbit hole and lands in the magical world of “Wonderland”. It’s a roller-coaster of a story as she bravely bounces from one unexpected and amazing situation to the next.

There’s a wildly curious assortment of characters.

Bump into the skittish, constantly late White Rabbit, sing along with the Dodo and other birds in the Caucaus race and meet the pepper obsessed Duchess and her extremely crazy cook.

The Cheshire Cat will leave you with a grin and you can’t fail to miss Humpty Dumpty on his way to meet Tweedledum and Tweedledee as they tell the tale of the Walrus and the Carpenter. What might seem slightly silly then becomes downright absurd as the Mad Hatter arrives with the March Hare and the Dormouse to have a grand old time with Alice at the tea party. As a magnificent finale, join the Queen of Hearts and her parade of cards.

This is where everyone, both young and a perhaps a little bit older, can be part of the fun.

Presented in a bright performance style, with colourful costumes, interactive games and catchy songs this is a perfect way to go on a wonderful Wonderland adventure with the entire family.

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ABSOLUTELY reviews…

THE KING AND I Rodgers & Hammerstein’s classic musical returns to the Palladium

By PENDLE HARTE

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t may not be an obvious choice of show for 2018, in our climate of #metoo and Trump, but The King and I has returned to the Palladium.

This award-winning Broadway production of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s much-loved musical is undeniably slick and entertaining – we are here for the opening night and despite a clash with the football, the house is packed with starry audience members including Andrew LloydWebber, Zoe Wanamaker and Tamsin Greig.

We all gasp as the curtain opens to reveal a large ship that takes over the entire stage and deposits the recently widowed Anna Leonowens and her son Louis in Bangkok where she is set to take a job as governess to the King of Siam’s many children (67 at last count, with another one on the way). She is dressed throughout in full 1860s European fashion, with an almost comically vast hoop skirt and bodice, in contrast to the king’s wives who all wear simple tunics.

The children are all ridiculously cute, especially the improbably tiny one who steals the show with her

This much-loved musical is undeniably slick and entertaining

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enthusiasm and sheer dinkiness.

But of course, this is all about the tunes – Shall We Dance? is an unforgettable favourite, as is Getting to Know You. We have come a long way since Yul Brynner’s infamous yellowface performances as the King of Siam, and this cast is heavily populated by Asian actors, with Ken Watanabe making an excellent king to Kelli O’Hara’s Anna. But without wanting to be joyless about what is ultimately a feel-good production, it would be wrong not to note that it does have some very problematic messages at its core. The assumed civilizing influence of the west on the east is one, though Western People Funny as performed by the wives does a good job of mocking that, and the multiple wives’ unfailing loyalty to a husband who frankly has no respect for women is just a touch unpalateable. Making The King and I relevant in 2018 is certainly tricky – one small Trump reference to a wall does get a laugh – and ultimately it's the tunes that make it.

VERDICT

The musical numbers make it ★★★★★ THE KING AND I LONDON PALLADIUM To 29 September kingandimusical.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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THAMES LIDO

The Thames Lido offers an urban oasis for al fresco swimming, dining and socialising. Restaurant Executive Chef, Freddy Bird creates fresh summer recipes with a strong Spanish lilt and Moorish and Mediterranean influences. This will be the lido’s first summer since opening its doors last November. King’s Meadow Park, Reading, RG1 8FR; thameslido.com

I N TO the DEEP

We’re making the most of the British sunshine with a spot of al fresco swimming. Here’s where you can don your swimmers and take a dip when the temperature rises in the city.

By HELEN BROWN

OASIS SPORTS CENTRE A mere five minutes from Holborn, this is one of the West End’s only outdoor swimming areas. The location is prime so it tends to pack out on warmer days, but it stays open until 10pm during the week. When you’re done with your dip there are three squash courts and two fitness studios to enjoy.

32 Endell Street, WC2H; better.org.uk

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BROCKWELL LIDO This Grade II listed lido boasts an Olympiclength pool, gym, hydrotherapy zone and an indoor cycling studio. Its award-winning café serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. This summer saw the launch of Lido Lates where visitors can enjoy moonlit swimming, music, cocktails and street food.

Dulwich Road, SE24; brockwelllido.com

TOOTING BEC LIDO At a whopping 90m x 30m, Tooting Bec is the largest freshwater open-air pool in the UK. Though the place can still get pretty crowded so an early start is advised. There is a delightful café to rest and refuel in once you’re done swimming.

Tooting Bec Road, SW16; slsc.org.uk

Enjoy moonlit swimming, music and street food

HAMPTON POOL Heated to a balmy 28C and open 365 days of the year, Hampton Pool affords pleasant swimming come rain or shine. It’s branded as a swim, gym and BBQ club and has two pools, a water-side fitness centre, sun deck, café and shop.

High Street, Hampton, TW12 2ST; hamptonpool.co.uk

SERPENTINE LIDO Bang smack in the heart of London is the Serpentine Lido, carved out of the main pond in Hyde Park. Regulars to the water include some of the city’s finest wildlife. But don’t let the ducks deter you. This place is open all year long and has a nearby playground, paddling pool and deckchairs so you can chill out all day.

Hyde Park, W2; serpentinelido.com

LONDON FIELDS LIDO If you’re not one to brave the chill (this is British summertime after all) try a dip in the London Fields lido.

This 50-metre pool is heated and gets packed during summer. Besides swimming, they host workout sessions, yoga and aquarobics. There’s also a café and a sundeck, perfect for an afternoon doze.

London Fields West Side, E8; better.org.uk

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NUMBERS GAME PA R L E M O I D E PA R F U M

Benjamin Almairac, son of the legendary perfumer Michel Almairac (Dior, Gucci, Chloe) founded Parle Moi de Parfum. His scents are named for the number of modifications it took to reach the final composition. So there's Un Tonne de Roses 8 or Tomboy Neroli 65. All are presented in clean, minimalist packaging and stocked at Selfridges. parlemoideparfum.com

SCENTS OF STYLE ARUM

Arum's candles are designed to add a touch of joy and beauty to life with their blend of perfumes, paraben-free essential oils and paraffin-free hand-poured wax. We love the best-selling Tea Rose and Clove one – and the packaging is very stylish too. £34 arum.london

PINK LADY POPPY DELEVINGNE & JO MALONE

Jo Malone London's new Queen of Pop limited edition collection is curated by Poppy Delevingne.

Made up of colourful colognes, stripy candles and brilliant bubbles, bubble bath fragrances include Velvet Rose & Oud and Nectarine Blossom & Honey, all in huge 500ml pink bottles. £58 jomalone.co.uk

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I’m here to try the LPG Facelift, a firming treatment that gives the results of a traditional facelift without going under the knife. What keeps skin looking firm is the base foundation of connective tissue.

The clever LPG machine aims to stimulate and strengthen this tissue and in turn fight against visible signs of ageing. This isn’t just for mature complexions, however, and even temperamental 20-something skin like mine can benefit from the machine’s brightening and sculpting powers.

After a quick cleanse, vitamin C serum is applied. The LPG nozzle is then methodically run across my face and neck. The sensation is not at all uncomfortable – think a mini hoover gently suctioning the skin. The first round stimulates the facial muscles, while the second tackles fine lines. The treatment is finished off with a cooling mask to soothe the skin. Although a course of 10-15 sessions is recommended for best results, I instantly see a difference after one. I’m shown a before and after photo and I notice better definition and reduced puffiness. Hello cheekbones. The LPG facelift is the perfect treatment for those craving a complexion pick-me-up.

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Perfumes in the East The first luxury perfume collection from Thailand opens an olfactory window into the Orient

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very once in a while I discover a new Fragrance House that reminds me why perfume has been my passion for over twenty years. I discovered PRYN PARFUM from Bangkok at The Art & Olfaction Awards this summer and was immediately smitten with the very first luxury perfume collection from Thailand.

Founder and ‘nose’ Mr Pryn Lomros studied film direction before a visit to the Cannes Film Festival, rather ironically, ignited his passion for scent. A stint in Grasse (the centre of the French perfume industry) to learn scent-structure fanned the flames and, when he returned to Bangkok, Pryn apprenticed in a perfume company.

He launched PRYN PARFUM in his native Thailand, drawing his creative themes from ancient and modern cultural history and realising his fragrances, appropriately, via the visual world, “I imagine a moving image first, sort of a movie. There are colours, there is sound and texture and I interpret each component by notes and accords.”

PRYN opens an olfactory window into the East with subtly nuanced storytelling and spirituality, combined with rare ingredients of extraordinary beauty. PRYN adds a unique facet to the rich world of luxury scent and heralds the dawn of perfume rising in the East.

‘Magao’ is a citrus/incense scent named after the caves of Buddha in

the Kobe desert and celebrates this spiritual oasis of ancient China where the caravans of the silk road met the temples of the faithful. Sweet orange and osmanthus blend with Sichuan spices and Chinese tea leaves over a base of incense, wood and leather.

‘Ayothaya’ is named for Siam’s Kingdom of Ayuttahaya which existed from 1350-1767 and was a global centre of commerce and cultural sophistication.

The scent is inspired by this golden age, reinterpreted with sacred incense, spices, gunpowder and Oolong tea.

‘Hikari’ is a story of Tokyo. Hikari ‘light’ in Japanese - juxtaposes ancient and modern Japanese culture using natural elements of historic Japan including the nashi pear, dried yellow chrysanthemum and osmanthus absolute and layering in more modern perfume materials like norlimbanol and ambroxan. ‘Morah’, inspired by Thai folklore ‘Chantakorob’, celebrates the antagonist, Morah, notoriously remembered as a most ‘promiscuous, unchaste’ woman. Exotic and arousing, this fragrance uses native Thai flowers, wild spices and the intoxicating notes of golden champacca and opium to seduce. ‘Le Mimosa’ is an

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elegant green-fruit scent with apple blossom, green quince and yellow pear providing the fresh, aqueous notes that compliment the mimosa. The leading lady is supported by wild yellow pansy, lily of the valley and violet with a dash of yellow narcissus, fresh cut grass and a passing cloud of creamed vanilla.

‘Turkish Leather’, with its spicedleather accord celebrates Turkey as the ‘gateway’ to The East. Raki, a traditional Turkish drink of anise and other spices is blended with Loukoum - rosewater which uses almond powder.

Caramelised dates and cocao powder add a subtle hint of the gourmand, but it is the leather and suede notes combined with incense and oud that lift this scent to another spiritual plane.

P RY N PA R F U M is an olfactory pioneer, generously permitting us a rare glimpse into a new and thrilling olfactory realm full of light and colour. This is a journey worth taking.

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TASTE OF SUMMER SMITH & WOLLENSKY

Smith & Wollensky’s new Seafood & Salad Tower is a feast for the eyes as well as the belly and pairs perfectly with a rosé flight.

The Seafood and Salad Tower is £80 including oysters and £70 without, while the rosé flight is £23.75 for three 100ml glasses. smithandwollensky.co.uk

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TASTING NOTES

London’s food news and most exciting openings this August

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WINE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MONTH

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2014 Berry Bros. & Rudd Extraordinary Claret by Ch. Villa Bel Air  £15.50 "EOC”, as it is known, is a Bordeaux blend. It has a rich, Merlot-dominated nose with cherry aromas, notes of cocoa, vanilla and wood smoke, and combines brambly fruit with the savoury elements of Claret.

2017 Macon Lugny, Les Charmes, Camille Paquet  £14.95 This pure unoaked Mâcon has ripe peach and melon notes dancing on a beautifully refreshing and clean palate. A cracking white Burgundy which will taste just as good on its own as with a variety of seafood and lighter meat dishes.

2017 Le Grand Cros, Rosé, Domaine du Grand Cros  £13.95 A blend of Cinsault, Cabernet, Carignan and Grenache, the colour is pale with raspberry, citrus and floral aromas. Juicy acidity combines with lemon and pink grapefruit notes on the palate. Very refreshing.

BERRY BROS. & RUDD Berry Bros. & Rudd is Britain's oldest wine and spirit merchant, having traded from the same shop since 1698. Today the company also has offices in Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, a Wine School and an exclusive fine wine and dining venue in St James's.

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Newly opened Delicatessen is bringing some spice back to Hampstead's leafy streets. Expect vibrant flavours from the Middle East as Yassam Ottolenghi’s head chef Or Golam brings his unique Israeli dishes to North London, featuring favourites like beef carpaccio, golden cauliflower and falafel.

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FOOD & DRINK• NOTES Our pick of the best

TA ST I N G MENUS T H E L E D B U RY

The tasting menu at The Ledbury, Notting Hill's renowned two Michelin Star restaurant is quite something to behold. Head Chef Brett Graham constantly changes this assault on the senses to include only the best and freshest of seasonal ingredients.

It doesn't come cheap, but it's worth it for that special occasion. theledbury.com

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Market Brasserie at the InterContintental London - The O2 has recently launched a whole new menu celebrating the best of British produce. Dishes created from fresh ingredients sourced across the British Isles include monkfish fillets from the south coast and crumbly pastries from Greenwich. All of this may be eaten while gazing over Canary Wharf - although you proboably won't want to stop looking at your food.

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Claridge's michelin starred restaurant, Fera (meaning 'Wild' in Latin), lives up to it's name and adds a touch of the untamed to the heart of Mayfair. The tasting menu is designed to evoke the colours and textures of the British landscape, and it doesn't disappoint, providing classic British dishes with a twist. claridges.co.uk

SURF ‘N TURF ICHIBUNS

Luxury fast food restaurant ICHIBUNS will be stopping the use of single use plastic to coincide with the launch of a new menu. Old favourites such as the Cheeseburger Harumaki sit on the menu alongside new dishes like Dynamite Shrimp in spicy sauce.

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MEDLAR

More understated than it's swankier counterparts, Chelsea's Medlar nonetheless deserves a mention. With locally sourced ingredients converted into beautifully crafted French food, every course on the tasting menu is a superbly cooked, delicately presented and a joy to eat. medlarrestaurant.co.uk

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DATE NIGHT Z UAYA

New South American restaurant Zuaya creates dishes that are both picture perfect and delicious. Combining the best flavours from Peru, Argentina and Mexico, these colourful plates and creative cocktails are the perfect recipe to blow your date away.

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Blueprint Café not only offers extraordinary views over the Thames, but also delicious food that takes British culture as its inspiration. Tuck into the Lancashire chicken or spoil yourself with the grilled sirloin of Herefordshire beef.

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“I can’t sing the praises of the braai lamb neck enough”

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South London’s most exciting neighbourhood gets a new South African-style eatery

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The latest to join the offering is Kudu, brain child of Amy Corbin and her South African partner Patrick Williams, previously sous chef at Paradise Garage.

Together they have whipped up a well-thought out menu, rooted in heritage and brimming with seasonal dishes. Kudu Bread, a

lightly spiced brioche loaf, kicks things off in a devilishly indulgent way. We opt to dunk ours in the seafood butter with baby shrimp, however melted lardon butter and parsley sounds just as appealing.

Jostling for position on the snacks menu, the fried artichokes afford a satisfying crunch and a moreish miso mayonnaise.

Next, we move onto the scorched mackerel tartare; a small plate that packs a big punch. Dressed with cucumber, nori and dill, this dish is refreshing and zingy. South African influences

FOOD Intriguing, seasonal dishes with bold and robust South African flavours

DECOR Simple but stylish with dusky rose walls and blue velvet sofas

PRICE Snacks from £6, small plates from £7.5, medium plates from £9.50

present themselves in the braai (barbecued) cauliflower with raisin puree and purple kale. It’s daring with robust flavours that turn this can-be-bland brassica on its head. Amy and Patrick celebrate hunters and foragers and gather what they can from their own herb garden and vegetable plot.

No clearer is this than in the braai lamb neck, which arrives adorned with brussels tops. I can’t sing the praises of this enough: the meat falls apart, in rich, succulent chunks that are alleviated with a smoky yoghurt.

We deliberate for a long time over dessert, satisfied with what we’ve already eaten. However, thank goodness we are tempted by the pumpkin tart. The crust is slightly over-baked, offering brilliant crunch and contrast to the rich, heady filling. The whole thing is smothered in salted caramel and lifted with a charcoal and almond sorbet. I’d go back tomorrow for another taste of that tart. What a welcome addition to Peckham’s vibrant food scene.

VERDICT An effortlessly cool and intriguing addition to south London’s culinary offering

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PA R K life

We’ve rounded up London’s finest readymade picnic hampers for when a soggy sandwich simply won’t do. Al fresco feasting has never been easier.

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Xeco’s unique take on the traditional picnic comes with a bottle of Fino Sherry and Double Dutch tonic water for a refreshing ’She & T’. Your aperitif is accompanies by a lavish selection of snacks including British charcuterie and gourmet crackers. £50; xecowines.com

For anyone looking to really push the boat out, the Luxury Picnic Experience from Corrigan's includes personal butler service to ensure that the Champagne flows and the food is served with finesse. Dishes come from the Michelin-starred British and Irish menu. From £1,000; corrigansmayfair.co.uk

PICTURE PERFECT This beautifully packaged hamper features a range of savoury goodies including rye biscuits with cheese and chili chutney, Italian grissini breadsticks and rosemary spiced nuts. To satisfy sweet teeth, there is dark chocolate dipped honeycomb and strawberry marshmallows.

From £45; ottolenghi.co.uk

BEST OF BRITISH Tuck into a delectable selection of British food with the Scott’s Picnic Lunch from The Mount Street Deli.

Inside you’ll find British sparkling wine, sandwiches, salads, sausage rolls and veggie quiches. Sweet treats of course include scones, along with Union Jack cupcakes. £60; themountstreetdeli.co.uk

FRESH AND FLAVOURFUL This summer, Bulgari Hotel London is offering Rivea On The Go, a gourmet picnic lunch put together by Rivea Head Chef Antonia Corsaro. With a range of Italian salads to choose from, along with dainty sandwiches and a granola, red fruit and yoghurt dessert, Rivea On The Go delivers fresh flavours without compromising the waistband. £22; rivealondon.com

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Steak of the Art

From the Big Apple to the Big Smoke, American steakhouse Smith & Wollensky sets the bar high with an unmatched menu and creative cocktails

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WHAT IS SMITH & WOLLENSKY? Smith & Wollensky has been serving up the finest USDA Prime dry-aged steaks in America since opening its doors in New York in 1977. After winning the heart of the Big Apple, those award-winning steaks were soon found all across America, from the windy city of Chicago to the hot sands of Miami Beach. Smith & Wollensky launched its first London site in the historic grade-II listed Adelphi Building just off the Strand in 2015. Specialising in the very best USDA Prime and Premium Irish Beef, every cut is dry-aged and butchered in-house. As if that wasn't enough, you'll find the freshest seafood, alongside award-winning wines and classic cocktails.

From the glamorous reception to the 1920s art-deco interiors (designed by go-to restaurant guru Martin Brudnizki, who has been responsible for - among many Sexy Fish and the new Annabel's) Smith & Wollensky marries the elegance and timeless appeal of the restaurant’s rich heritage across the pond with the essence of London’s innovative dining scene. Smith & Wollensky occupies two floors with two full-service bars and three beautifully appointed private dining rooms (one with its own dedicated bar!), making it the perfect spot for just about any celebration.

WHAT’S FOR DINNER?

At the heart of every Smith & Wollensky is the steak and in particular the corn-fed beef from Greater Omaha selected from the top 2% of beef in the US and hand-picked for its rich, even marbling, the USDA Prime is dry-aged for no less than 28 days to intensify flavour and increase tenderness. Expect some of the very best steaks you've ever tasted in London.

“Hand-picked for its rich, even marbling”

Shellfish is another menu centrepiece; the signature shellfish platters really do make the most of the coast. Platters of varying sizes include the likes of lobster, crab, oysters and clams, all served over crushed ice. Instagram at the ready. Sides are by no means sidelines either – the giant onion rings and truffled mac ‘n’ cheese to share are the stuff of legend. And to satisfy those with a sweet tooth, desserts include the famous gigantic chocolate cake that will encourage even those with the strictest willpower to ditch the diet, plus classics like the New York style cheesecake.

Set against a handsome backdrop of rich oak panelling, buttery green leathers and vibrant pops of red, sit back and enjoy one of 30 classic cocktails with a contemporary twist - from from Martinis to Manhattans - or a glass of something special from the enormous wine list boasting over 540 bins from all over the world with a stunning selection from the USA, of course.

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Among the high street fashion names that have launched homewares, French Connection stands out for its fabulous textiles.

Rugs, cushions and throws are all well-designed in a range of patterns and embellishments – and they're well-priced too. frenchconnection.com

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A new collaboration between Brabantia and Orla Kiely has resulted in this most stylish ironing board. It's a limited edition run, so get yours quickly; £114.50 johnlewis.com

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WALK ON BY All our favourite rugs

EDITOR’S PICK

FRENCH CONNECTION Black and white Aztec rug, £250 frenchconnection.com

RIGHT ANGLE HAY

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HEERENHUIS

The beautiful handcrafted Larbus table by Belgian brand Heerenhuis is made from solid French oak with a sapwood edge. It's available in a wide array of sizes at Maida Vale's Different Like a Zoo, from £5,045 differentlikeazoo.com

MADE Hand-tufted wool rug by Rhonda Drakeford, £299 made.com

HABITAT Simone multicoloured rug, £500 habitat.co.uk

BROSTE COPENHAGEN Marble pattern rug in cotton, £POA brostecopenhagen.com

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SANDERSON Rose & Peony rug, £449 modern-rugs.co.uk

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Q How does it work at My Bespoke Room?

A What makes My Bespoke Room unique is the idea that hiring an interior designer shouldn’t break the bank. For as little as £95, the site gives customers access to a dedicated professional designer who will produce a unique, bespoke room design based on individual tastes and style preferences, all completed in a hassle-free online environment, with a fast turnaround.

Once a customer has submitted their online brief, I pair them with one of our friendly designers, who then gets in touch to arrange a phone call. This is a chance for us to dig a little deeper into the customer’s design preferences, get to know them, and what they want and need from their space.

Q How much input do your customers have?

A Our aim is that every customer ends up with a room that exceeds what they could ever conjure up on their own. We have developed an amazing design journey which is a fun collaborative process between the customer and the designer. At every stage of the design process the customer is very much involved, and we always agree a design direction and preferred layout before we move forward with the final design process, to make sure we deliver a design that’s practical as well as beautiful.

Q Where do you get design inspiration from?

A My design inspiration comes from so many places, it could be a piece of artwork, a vintage piece of furniture,

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The next stage is then agreeing on the design direction for their room which is a collaborative and fun process. Once the design direction and room layout is agreed, the designer can then move forward and pull together the full room design which comes with a moodboard, a 2D visual, a layout plan, their own interactive shopping list, as well as styling tips and recommendations! the style of the property, or simply a colour palette or patter. Each project is different, and inspiration stems from the initial conversation I have with my client by getting to know them, their likes and dislikes, and the aspirations they have for their room.

Q What’s your favourite room to design?

A I love designing small spaces. I always enjoy the challenge of making the most out of a space and I feel that smaller rooms can often be where you can have the most fun! I also love designing children’s bedrooms; there are so many possibilities, and I find it really exciting designing a space which can grow and evolve with the child.

Q What’s your own home like?

A Together with my husband (who is an Architectural Designer), we have spent years refurbishing properties, extending them, and most recently building our very own from scratch.

We bought a piece of land with four derelict garages. Digging down on such a small plot was a very daunting process, but we were up for the challenge, and we made a good team in bringing the project to life.

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For nomads and homebodies alike, these Seeya suitcases are kid-sized and cabin-ready. They even come with a way to secure a favourite cuddly. When not used for travel, they double-up as vintage-style trunks. £59; folkinteriors.co.uk

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Jersey Royal C L AU D E A N D C O A home-grown unisex clothing brand aimed at “little individuals”, Claude and Co’s collection eschews seasonal trends in favour of timeless and durable trans-seasonal designs. The online shop also stocks an eclectic mix of interior design products, toys and gifts from independent brands. claudeandco.co.uk

SMALL TALK Gucci for tots, Suffragettes stories and a special silicone toothbrush

ITALIAN JOB GUCCI

The world’s most exciting design house teams up with the web’s premier luxury fashion store for a shop-in-shop devoted to the inaugural Gucci childrenswear collection. For six weeks from 16 July, discover unique styles for babies and kids up to 12.

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t first glance it might strike the onlooker as an unlikely match.

I was born into a working class background in a tower block opposite Grenfell and educated at my local comprehensive.

I now head up one of the country’s top co-ed independent schools – Latymer Upper School. But look more closely and the connection becomes clearer. I do indeed have my roots firmly and proudly in a working class family, but I progressed from a secondary school in Hammersmith to read Classics at Oxford University – the first member

of my family to take A-Levels or go to university. From there I taught in some of the UK’s most prestigious learning institutions. Education, in my case, has been the key to social mobility and I have pretty firm views on the role independent schools can play in improving the life chances of children from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Of course Latymer is no ordinary independent school. It prides itself on being one of Britain’s leading bursary schools, with the majority of its means-tested bursary pupils studying at Latymer on a completely free place. My plan is to go further – to offer a life-changing education to more children who show ability and

“We aim to be able to offer one in four pupils a means-tested bursary by 2024”

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potential, regardless of their financial circumstances. Independent schools should be engines of, rather than obstacles to, social mobility. To that end I’ve recently launched Inspiring Minds, Latymer’s most ambitious bursary campaign to date. The aim of the campaign is to raise enough funds to be able to offer one in four pupils a means-tested bursary to Latymer by 2024 - its governing foundation’s 400th anniversary.

I believe the campaign is the most effective way in which our institution can encourage social mobility, offering 300 local children from backgrounds as modest as mine, access to a transformative education.

The benefits of a socially diverse school are felt by all pupils, be they fee paying or those on bursaries; a school in which children study alongside classmates from diverse backgrounds, who have different perspectives on life, offers the most enriched intellectual environment in which to learn. As is often the case with social mobility, there is also a ripple effect. The first person in a family to benefit, is unlikely to become the last. The impact is felt by the next generation with the children and grandchildren of many of the Latymerians who were first in their families to become professionals, also attending higher education.

The £40m that we hope to raise from the Inspiring Minds bursary campaign is needed for the longterm funding of bursaries. Unlike some public schools, which have large endowments, or independent schools with City Guilds to fund their bursaries, Latymer has no such resource and has to raise the money needed from scratch. We aim to replenish Edward Latymer’s endowment fund with £20m of the money raised, protecting our bursary provision generations of children to come.

It’s a huge challenge, but Latymer has a fantastic community of pupils, staff, parents and alumni. The fundraising has begun in earnest - from cake sales to gala dinners and from swimathons to river runs, everyone is doing their bit towards the campaign.

If we meet our target, a quarter of our pupils will have a means-tested bursary, meaning Latymer will become one of the most inclusive independent schools in the country.

There is cause for hope. This month we welcome our new Year 7 pupils, 18% of whom are in receipt of a bursary - with 175 bursary pupils across the school. To see these children flourish and excel in the wider world is one step towards smashing the class glass ceiling.

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ISLAND HOPPING MALDIVES We soak up the sun and snorkel with turtles on the trip of a lifetime to three of Anantara's most luxurious Maldivian properties. anantara.com

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I Beyond the Beach Renowned honeymoon hotspot the Maldives can be much more than a fly and flop destination. Absolutely discovers the islands’ adventurous side

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was convinced that the Maldives wouldn’t be for me. Lusted after by honeymooners and swooned over on Instagram, there is no doubt that this is one of the world’s most luxurious and sophisticated destinations. But while I could endlessly admire photographs of azure water, ocean swings and coconut-strewn sands, I felt sure that the expanse of blue beauty and nothing else would be tiresome. Boring even. A good book can occupy a day or two, a snorkel a few hours. How on earth do you fill your days marooned on an expanse of glistening white sand? I envisaged hours spent staring longingly out at a boundless blue horizon. But in reality, a foray around three of Anatara’s most illustrious Maldivian properties turned out to prove me and my preconceptions entirely wrong.

Dhigu, Veli, and Naladhu Private Island are in the South Malé atoll, an easy 40-minute water transfer from Malé airport.

Each is distinct in character and the three put together offer a wealth of amenities far greater than the typical Maldivian getaway.

First stop: Dhigu, a family-friendly resort with beach hammocks, pristine sand and the aforementioned ocean swings. Essentially, a social media jackpot. Comprising 110 villas and suites, guests can choose to be poised over the water or tucked away on the beach.

I settle effortlessly into an over-water suite complete with private sundeck, outdoor shower and access to the balmy Indian Ocean below. When you’re not splashing around in the sea, you can admire its crystal clarity and ocean life from the freestanding bathtub. Framed by a wall-to-wall, floor-toceiling window, it’s one of the best spots to watch the sun go down over the lagoon.

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The Atmosphere Indulgence plan leaves nothing to be desired, from the moment you arrive at the resort you will be spoiled. With the finest cuisine, accompanied by the finest drinks on offer throughout your stay. The resorts incredible underwater restaurant, M6m is a must visit, offering modern seafood cuisine with stunning underwater views.

Guests can enjoy a wide choice of activities during their stay, with the resort offering a complimentary dive, wide range of water sports and state-of-the-art gym, as well as professional spa facilities and complimentary treatments to choose from, all included in your stay.

10 Nights all inclusive, staying in an Earth Villa from ÂŁ4,199 per person Includes flights with Emirates travelling during September 2018

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are whisked away to snorkel with turtles, the next we whip up an array of Maldivian dishes in a Spice Spoons cooking class and we each spend a blissful 60 minutes in the Balance Wellness spa on day three. In between, I get a private tennis lesson, snorkel around the villas, hire a kayak and go on a sunset cruise around the lagoon. On top of this, there is sailing, paddle boarding, kite surfing, yoga, a gym, cycling, coral rehabilitation programmes, excursions to Malé and beach games. And that’s before you even mention diving, for which the Maldives is fast becoming one of the world’s most respected spots. The stunning beaches and turquoise waters are nothing compared to the tropical life teeming beneath the surface.

So you see there really is no room for boredom. We certainly are hard-pushed to fit it all in.

The second half of the trip is spent in one of just 20 Colonial-style houses on Naladhu Private Island. Each is spectacularly spacious and comes with a private swimming pool and ocean-front deck with swinging day bed. There's also an al fresco bathing pavilion with sunken tub, outdoor waterfall shower and steam room. Naladhu guests are appointed a House Master who will ensure each trip is absolutely perfect. From booking a dhoni boat to serving you breakfast besides the sea, the friendly and experienced staff really can’t do enough.

It’s here, in this cavernous villa with customised wine cellar, iPad, iPod, Bose surround-sound system and personal library, that I appreciate the Maldives for the honeymoon hotspot that it is. With exceptional in-room dining, enough outdoor space for a family of four and a House Master on speed-dial, you could easily not see another soul on the island for the entirety of your trip.

Quite the island hideaway.

The Living Room is Naladhu's only restaurant. It’s set on the beach and serves modern fusion cuisine. On the menu you’ll find an array of international dishes including Maldivian tuna tartar, pan-seared foie gras and Wagyu beef. Breakfast is a la carte and can be enjoyed all-day long. Those looking to venture out can head over to Veli and Dhigu where there are nine more restaurants and bars offering a multitude of cuisines including Thai, Italian and Maldivian.

Culinary highlights from the trip include Japanese restaurant Origami where our dinner is sliced, sizzled and served by an energetic chef at a table-side teppanyaki grill; Thai restaurant Baan Huraa which is set within a traditional teak house on stilts and has a tantalising

menu of regional small plates designed to be shared; and dinner on a floating platform in the middle of the sea.

Yes, the sea. This comes courtesy of Anantara’s Dining

by Design facility which enables guests to conjure up the ultimate private dining experience. Wagyu steak in a candlelit coconut grove? Not a problem. A gourmet picnic for two on a dhoni? Done. Maldivian tuna on the deserted seashore? Easy. Seriously, no matter how wild and wonderful the concept, they can make it happen.

Suspended on a floating deck, framed with white chiffon curtains and open to the stars, our table floats ethereally above the fishes.

As with the leisure activities, we run out of days before we get round to sampling the full culinary offering, which invalidates all presumptions I’d had of the Maldives.

It really can be more than a fly-and-flop destination.

Though of course if your ideal holiday involves nothing more strenuous than lifting a Pina Colada to the lips, it’s a dream destination. Truly a once-in-a-lifetime trip for all types of traveller. I leave feeling like there aren’t enough hours in the day; though I do find time to squeeze in a snap on the sea swing. Whether you're the type for sunrise snorkelling or you're there to prop up the pool bar, the Maldives will be for you.

N I G H T LY R AT E S JUNE 2018 Veli – approx £362 per night on HB basis Dhigu – approx £378 per night on HB basis Naladhu – approx £610 per night on BB basis

JANUARY 2019 Veli – approx £584 per night on HB basis Dhigu – approx £591 per night on HB basis Naladhu – approx £840 per night on BB basis For more information visit anantara.com

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The Laindons has six luxurious rooms to choose from, five have beautiful high ceilings, filled with light, plus the Attic Room, which is our cosy, atmospheric rooftop retreat.

Welcome to The Laindons Guest House Located in the heart of Hastings Old Town, The Laindons is a gorgeous and impressive Georgian listed building that began life as a coach house in the nineteenth century and has continued the tradition of providing comfort, and unexpected luxury to all who visit.

Room rates range from: £110.00 - £130.00, Monday to Thursday £120.00 - £155.00, Friday to Sunday

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Outside dining and BBQ facilities with fire pits added a little adventure for the children. A choice of breakfast delivered in a hamper meant the children were fed and ready for the day ahead. Great facilities and plenty of room, this felt a world away from a simple camping weekend.

astle View Restaurant is a converted 17th century barn with a terrace. Tables can be reserved for dinner and offer unrivalled views of the castle lit at night.

The menu features daily specials which showcase the head chef’s creativity and flair.

The restaurant felt intimate with good quality, simple food, well prepared and presented.

Children were welcome in the evening with a full children's menu, which meant eating out later was also an option.

he grounds are filled with activities and surprises to keep both children and adults entertained. Highlights are the maze, falconry, boat and train rides. The large grounds mean there is plenty of space for further exploration. Take to the water in a punt around the moat. You will get an astounding close-up view of parts of the castle unseen from land, and your guide will provide you with all the history you need to know.

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Our Dulwich expert, Mitchell Murphy, looks forward to helping you. mitchell.murphy@knightfrank.com 020 8022 2260 07825 272634

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Our Tower Bridge expert, Jon Reynolds, looks forward to helping you.

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his exceptional property has been perfectly designed to maximise natural light with large windows throughout, an extra spacious open plan living room, fully-integrated modern kitchen, three spacious double bedrooms, with the master benefitting from an en-suite & chic walk-in wardrobe. Additionally, this property has a family bathroom & a separate WC.

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his property has a smart open plan living area & kitchen with large windows offering fantastic views, and a spacious balcony. Benefits include generous double bedrooms, elegant bathroom & en-suite to master, underfloor heating, air conditioning, stripped wooden flooring, residents gymnasium, concierge, swimming pool and a spa facility.

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THIS EXQUISITE VICTORIAN SEMI-DETACHED FAIMLY HOME SITS PROUDLY ON ONE OF WESTCOMBE PARK'S MOST POPULAR ROADS

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BROOKLYN BUILDING, GREENWICH, SE10

OIEO £375,000

This style of apartment is very popular as they are rarely available, and is in fact the ex show home for the development. You benefit from a bright and spacious open plan lounge with a fully integrated kitchen, well-proportioned bedroom, chic family bathroom & ample storage. Additionally you have a good sized balcony which is located just off the lounge, a 24 hour concierge service, on site gymnasium and a swimming pool solely for residents use.

MARATHON WAY THAMESMEAD SE28

£1,150 PCM

This is a smart and modern two bedroom apartment located on the top floor of a purpose built development in a tranquil location.

Boasting over 634 sq. ft. of internal living space, the property has been kept to an immaculate standard throughout and is available fully furnished. The property benefits from a spacious reception with access out on to a private balcony, separate kitchen, two well proportioned double bedrooms & a fully tiled shower room. To the rear of the property there is secure gated parking for one car.

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PROPERTY • PEDDER COMMUNITY PROMISE

THE PEDDER GROUP The Learning Hub at St Christopher's

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t Christopher's are delighted that The Pedder Group have chosen to support the Campaign through their Community Promise scheme.

Chief Executive Alex Pedder says: “St Christopher’s is local to us and we are proud to contribute towards the world class Learning Hub, which will provide invaluable education opportunities and share St Christopher’s expert knowledge in our community. Supporting this project features very highly in our Community Promise activities of which we are very proud.”

If you are looking to sell, rent or buy a property please drop into our office located on 437 & 439 Brockley Road, SE4 2PJ or call us on 0207 781 9888 for a chat. We are offering 50% off our fees for the first 30 customers. #InsideSELondon

“we are proud to contribute towards the world class Learning Hub, which will provide invaluable education opportunities”

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huge thank you to Pedder for their generous sponsorship of the Oakfield Preparatory School Summer Fair held on Saturday 16th June. We had a fabulous afternoon complete with fairground rides, traditional games and jolly jars, bungee trampolines, bouncy castles, zorbing, getting gloopy with slime making, getting creative with illustration workshops and the return of the ever popular (and competitive) Parents vs Teacher netball competition.

We relaxed in the sun, ate gorgeous cakes, BBQ and Caribbean food and drank pimms and cordial from our plastic free bar!

Thanks to Pedder’s generous sponsorship, this was our most successful Summer Fair and the money raised will go towards wonderful new playground equipment and providing enrichening experiences for our children. Thank you Pedder!

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A VISIT TO PISSARRO’S SYDENHAM Family Homes in Sydenham

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iving in Fulham is not fun anymore! The cranes are everywhere, glowing red in the sky at night, construction lorries thunder through and the large Chelsea tractors with their blacked out windows escaping from the sky-high prices in Knightsbridge, are infiltrating this once peaceful backwater. Time to move, but where to go?

My star sign is Virgo and I analyse and research everything, comparing travel and value. Hours were spent on the property portals and it took me a while to travel in cyberspace around the London Boroughs. Inspiration came from a strange source, an exhibition of impressionist paintings showed Camille Pissarro’s paintings of Sydenham. It looked calm and green but had it changed in 100 years, would it be full of tower blocks and

the magic destroyed? A trip and a coffee at Blue Mountain Café showed that Sydenham had settled into its skin and was full of the traditional values, which had inspired the painter all those years ago. I was hooked.

Leaving my natural habitat of the Kings Road would be difficult. A chat to the local and knowledgeable estate agents in Pedder I discovered that the best location in Sydenham is the Lawrie Park area and it was here, tucked away on a mature site with a tennis club around the corner, that I found the gated development of family homes by Kitewood.

The train journey to Penge West was short and sweet, a pleasant local station and vibrant community raised my spirits. A brisk walk counting my steps on my Fitbit had me breathing the clean, fresh air and absorbing the atmosphere of calm. It was just like living in a village yet so close to London.

“I discovered that the best location in Sydenham is the Lawrie Park area” Unlike other developments, where clever photographs mask truly awful homes, this was understated and did not disappoint. Traditional style homes are being created on a well-designed established site using traditional building methods and warm yellow bricks. There are not rows of identical homes but a mix to suit different requirements and pockets. The show house gave an indication of the quality of the fittings used throughout the houses.

Without a doubt my favourite house was the Victoria. Surrounded by gardens, this house sits comfortably in its plot with a wellplanned 2207sq ft interior footprint.

It was just one of two houses with their own garage. Great space on the ground floor which opens onto the garden creating a superb family or entertaining space. The first floor offers bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a flexible child’s bedroom or study, and the second floor has been used for two master suites both with ensuite bathrooms and dressing room, a hugely important feature for me.

For more information, please contact: waleed@pedderproperty.com or call 020 8001 1454 and view online at www.pedderproperty.com

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Maberley Road, Upper Norwood £1,500,000

Croxted Road, Dulwich Village

An attractive brick-fronted Victorian semi-detached family house positioned on a sought after road moments from parkland, central Crystal Palace and excellent transport links. A very rare market offering. EPC: E

A substantial double fronted Victorian house for sale located just a short distance from Dulwich Village. This impressive five bedroom property offers exceptionally spacious living accommodation arranged over three floors and has a beautiful landscaped garden with large studio. EPC: E

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 020 8670 7160

Please call our Dulwich Village office: 020 8702 8111

Deronda Road, Herne Hill £575,000

Treviso Road, Forest Hill £750,000

A high specification two bedroom, two bathroom first floor period conversion flat located on the ever popular Deronda Road in Herne Hill. Further benefits include private garden laid to patio bordered by an array of mature plants perfect for summer entertaining and excellent transport links. EPC: D

A stunning four bedroom Victorian home for sale on Treviso Road in heart of Forest Hill. The property is located approximately just 0.5 miles from Forest Hill station which offers fantastic transport links.

EPC: E

Please call our Herne Hill office: 020 8702 9555

Please call our Forest Hill office: 020 8702 9444

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Cambrian Close, West Norwood £850,000

Upland Road, East Dulwich £1,200,000

A beautiful two double bedroom semi-detached 1930’s family house for sale in a popular location in West Norwood. The property offers spacious living throughout with a large eat in kitchen that leads straight out onto the garden. EPC: E

An immaculate four bedroom, two bathroom house with a beautiful private landscaped garden and further development potential (STPP). Ideal for any family looking to move onto one of the most sought after roads in East Dulwich. EPC: D

Please call our West Norwood office: 0208 702 9888

Please call our East Dulwich: 020 8702 8222

Kirkdale, Sydenham OIEO £450,000

Darfield Road, Crofton Park £395,000

An exceptional period conversion for sale in Sydenham. Comprising of two boutique feel bedrooms, a kitchen with high quality fixtures and fittings, an open stylish reception room and a sumptuous bathroom. Further benefiting from communal gardens and great transport links. EPC: D

A two bedroom Victorian conversion flat in Crofton Park. Situated on the top floor, this property comprises of a large reception room to the front a separate kitchen, smart bathroom and a large double bedroom and single bedroom. EPC: C

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8702 9777

Please call our Crofton Park office: 020 8702 9333

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Ringmore Rise, Forest Hill £2,900 Per Calendar Month

Stoney Lane, Upper Norwood £1,650 Per Calendar Month

Derwent Grove, East Dulwich £2,350 Per Calendar Month

A stunning five bedroom semi-detached house to let in Forest Hill on the very popular Ringmore Rise. Offered furnished: Available mid-August. EPC: E

A stunning ground floor warehouse conversion positioned in the heart of Crystal Palace with a private entrance and direct access to a private garden. EPC: D

A stunning split level, three bedroom apartment moments away from the amenities of Lordship Lane. Amazingly spacious. Available now. Part or unfurnished EPC: D

Please call our Forest Hill office: 020 8702 9444

Please call our Crystal Palace office: 020 8670 7160

Please call our East Dulwich office: 020 8702 8222

Linear Apartments, Dulwich £2,500 Per Calendar Month

Burnage Court, Sydenham £1,300 Per Calendar Month

Shakespeare Road, Herne Hill £4,000 Per Calendar Month

Stunning penthouse apartment located in this fabulous architect designed building.

Three double bedrooms with luxury bathrooms. Large balcony, great views.

Part furnished. Available August. EPC: B

A beautiful flat to rent inside this substantial 1888 building in Sydenham, comprising of one double bedroom, a huge reception, kitchen, bathroom and communal gardens. EPC: TBC

Superb 6 bedroom house to rent in the ever popular poets corner area of Herne Hill. The properties location is fantastic, being just moments from Brockwell Park as well as a 5 minute walk to Herne Hill Station. EPC: E

Please call our Dulwich Village office: 020 8702 8111

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8702 9777

Please call our Herne Hill office: 020 8702 9555

Byne Road, Sydenham £1,350 Per Calendar Month

Thornlaw Road, West Norwood £2,400 Per Calendar Month

Wellmeadow Road, Lewisham £1,650 Per Calendar Month

A recently refurbished flat to rent in Sydenham, comprising of one double bedroom, reception room, stylish bathroom and a large kitchen with access into the rear garden. EPC:D

A fantastic four bedroom house available in a sought after location on Thornlaw Road. There is ample living space throughout with a 50ft garden. EPC: D

An exceptionally large two double bedroom flat. Completely refurbished throughout, with a split level stair case and an open plan kitchen reception room.

EPC: D

Please call our Sydenham office: 020 8702 9777

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Please call our Crofton Park office: 020 8702 9333

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Zion Place, CR7 Starting From £535,000

Green Lane, Streatham, SW16 Starting from £475,000

A unique collection including of nine 3 bedroom houses situated within a gated development. These houses offer spacious living areas, private gardens and off street parking. Only a 9 minutes’ walk Thornton Heath Station.

Available on Help to Buy

A brand new collection of three 1&2 bedroom apartments located in Streatham SW16. All available on Help to Buy. Norbury Station is located only 5 minutes away.

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

Church Road, Crystal Palace, SE19 Starting From £395,000

Brockley Road, SE4 Starting From £650,000

A stylish new development of five 1 & 3 bedroom apartments located on the Crystal Palace. All of the apartments are finished to a high standard, benefiting from well-proportioned bedrooms rooms, and open-plan kitchen/living space with integrated appliances and contemporary bathrooms.

Broca Court is a brand new development of just two houses located in Brockley. The three bed, terraced houses offers ample of entertainment space with a large open plan kitchen diner and a living room opening out onto the winter garden. Located close to Crofton Park Station.

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

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Crystal Palace 020 8702 9333 Forest Hill

T H E B E ST S E RV I C E I N SOUTH EAST LO N DO N At Pedder, we have been in the same area of SE London for over 40 years and in that time we have learnt that there’s no substitute for good customer service. We pride ourselves on our diligent and attentive approach to people and our track record that is second to none.

So if you’re thinking of selling or letting your property, come and talk to us.

Pedder. Nobody knows SE London like we know SE London.

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