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OCTOB ER 2018

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ALL ABOUT ART The fairs return

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Contents OCTOBER 2018

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C U LT U R E ABSOLUTELY LOVES

FOOD & DRINK 48 KITCHEN CONFIDENTIAL

AGENDA

50 RECIPES

FRIEZE ART FAIR

INTERIORS 60 INTERIOR INSPIRATIONS

10 things we’re coveting this month

Diary dates for October

October is the capital's art month

FA S H I O N 29 JEWELLERY

News from the industry

From Ottolenghi: Simple

News and views from the world of design

62 RUGS IN FASHION

Jonathan Saunders for The Rug Company

Leaves for autumn

T R AV E L GRAND CANALS

30 THE SHOOT

H E A LT H & B E AU T Y 39 BEAUTY CONFIDENTIAL

PROPERTY 92 LIVING THE DREAM

Conceptual looks from Cos

This month’s best beauty buys

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HALLOWEEN GLAMOUR

Make-up for October

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.

Why winter is best in Venice

The most luxurious London properties

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LETTER ABSOLUTELY’S October issue highlights

Fashion designer Jonathan Saunders has created a beautiful collection of carpets for The Rug Company. page 62

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FLOOR SHOW

We discover why Venice is best when the temperature drops. page 74

ctober is art month. London's art fairs return en masse with their wide assortment of works by new as well as established artists. This year's Frieze comes with a strong focus on women in art in the wake of the release of some miserable statistics. Just 22 per cent of solo shows in London last year featured women artists, and 70 per cent of all artists shown in galleries across the world are men – this despite women art students outnumbering men. So Frieze is female this year, while the Other Art Fair and the Affordable Art Fair both champion the lesser known and the new artists. In this issue we're featuring some pieces of advice for new collectors as well as highlights from all the shows and we visit a London home designed with a view to displaying art. So it's an arty issue – though we also focus on an eclectic mix of subjects including Jonathan Saunders' new rug collection, autumn fashion and make up, boutique chocolate brands and Ottolenghi's new simple recipes, which promise that they're easier/faster to make than his past ones, and include fewer ingredients. Phew. We hope you enjoy the magazine.

OTTOLENGHI: SIMPLE Hooray. Easier options from everybody's favourite chef page 50

WINTER BREAK

FRIEZE ART FAIR The show returns page 23

3 CHOCOLATE All our favourite treats, in one place. page 54

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Wish LIST 10 things we Absolutely love COMPILED BY

H E L E N B R OW N

EARN YOU R STRIPES Madeleine Thompson’s sumptuous cashmere jumpers and beanies are cult pieces among the fash-pack. The British designer of the eponymous brand has stuck to what she does best for AW18 with cosy staples and bold stripes. madeleine-thompson.com

POTIONS CLASS New startup brand Marvolio’s Nostrums has launched with three small batch liqueurs inspired by potion-making. They combine premium spirits with other ﬁ ne ingredients to create complex ﬂavours; £24.95 marvolios.com

BEST FOOT FORWARD

SWEET DREAMS

Joseph has come a long way from its beginnings as a small shop on the side of a King’s Road hair salon and its footwear is ﬁ rst rate. The maroon leather of these boots puts a contemporary twist on a classic shape; £470 farfetch.com

Eberjey creates pretty undergarments that are as soft as they are stylish. Stretch-to-ﬂatter sheer honeycomb lace makes the Colette collection très sexy; $86 eberjey.com

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LEATHER HEAD Classic in style, progressive in mind, the Iona bag from Arran Frances embodies elegance and timeless beauty while fully embracing modernity; £545 arranfrances.com

TARTAN HERO Traditional tartans and heritage tweeds got reimagined by some of fashion’s biggest names and rising starts for AW18. Hullhuber has come up trumps on the trend with this classic pencil skirt; £79 hallhuber.com

RESIN RULES

Along with its signature bags, Cult Gaia's latest jewellry collection is guaranteed to wow. This chunky cuff is made from glossy resin in a rich hue that likens to amber. When it comes to styling, more is deﬁ nitely more; £150 net-a-porter.com

LIFT OFF

From a Globetrekker chest to this Aviator Tomcat chair, Timothy Oulton's new global ﬂagship showroom at Bluebird is ﬁ lled with on-trend items that will bring the spirit of the skies to your home; POR timothyoulton.com

HERO PIECE

Alexander McQueen’s signature skull-print scarf is a cult piece in its own right and winds its way into the wardrobes of the fast-pack as soon as the temperature drops. Try it in red for an easy pop-of colour; £145 selfridges.com

EDITOR’S PICK

PATCH WORK

Adored for its signature otherworldly prints and sculptural shapes, Peter Pilotto's beautiful designs are walking works of art. This patchwork cotton blend sweater will be the perfect winter warmer; £825 net-a-porter.com

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C U LT U R E Ben Oakley, Carteret Soul Sister; on vintage French shutters using collaged graffiti fairies, acrylic & spray-paint. 70 cm x 144 cm.

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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

T H E AT R E

The Sweet Science of Bruising 3-27 October SOUTHWARK PLAY H OUSE

London, 1869. Four very different Victorian women, controlled by men and constrained by corsets, are drawn into the dark underground world of female boxing. Watch as their journeys unfold through grand drawing rooms, bustling theatres and rowdy pubs where the women ﬁght inequality as well as each other. 77-78 Newington Causeway, SE1; southwarkplayhouse.co.uk

EXHIBITION

Human Stories: ANOTHER ENGLAND F RO M 10 O C TO BE R • NOW GALLERY

Human Stories: Another England presents a melting pot of rich archival imagery to shed light on the origins of diasporic migration, religion, home and working life within Black and Asian heritage in England. Expect rare and little-before-seen photography and ephemera, along with newly-commissioned works from emerging, contemporary photographers and collectors. The Gateway Pavilions, Peninsula Square, SE10; nowgallery.co.uk

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BFI Film Festival 10-21 October BFI LON DON

The BFI London Film Festival is back for an astounding 62nd year to celebrate and illustrate the richness of international filmmaking. 12 jam-packed days will be filled with 225 screenings that include 46 documentaries, four animations, 18 archive restorations and 160 short films. Organisers this year have said they’re moving in the right direction when it comes to gender representation with 38% of directors this year being women. Belvedere Road, SE1; bfi.org.uk

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Ben Oakley, Don't Forget Behind Your Years; 1950's Rusted Steel & Enamel Panel, Spray Paint, Acrylic & Car Lacquer, float mounted.

CULTURE • TALKING TOPICS

EX H IBITIO N

WHAT WAS I THINKING? 12-28 October BEN OAKLEY GALLERY

Ben Oakley is a British artist well known for his cross medium creations in which non-traditional materials are employed in innovative creative combinations. Both a painter and a sculptor, his work puts salvaged textural treasures onto painted canvas, creating a hybrid of ephemera 3D artworks. 9 Turnpin Lane, SE10; benoakleygallery.com

Around Town S P ORT

ROYAL PARKS HALF MARATHON 14 October STARTS IN H Y D E PARK

The Royal Parks Half Marathon is one of the city’s most iconic races, with a route that takes runners through the city’s most picturesque green spaces. Whether participating or supporting, the day promises lots of fun and an unbeatable atmosphere. royalparkshalf.com

T H E AT R E

PAR ASITES From 26 September N EW P O RT STR E E T GA L L E RY

This Month’s Must See

Parasites is the latest showcase from Berlin-based artist Martin Eder, and is an exhibition spanning over a decade of the artist’s career. Featuring over 40 works, the exhibition is Eder’s largest to date and examines beauty and ugliness with kittens and wide-eyed puppies alongside uncompromising nudes and more sinister and surreal encounters. Newport Street, SE11; newportstreetgallery.com

C U LT U R E

MUSEUMS AT NIGHT 25-27 October VARIOUS LOCAT IONS

LONDON LITER ATURE FESTIVAL

18- 23 O C TOBER • SOUTHBAN K CEN TRE

he London Literature Festival is back with a packed programme of exclusive appearances, live readings, talks, performances, debates, poetry, workshops, book launches, music and more. Not to be missed is the series of in-conversation events with awardwinning British and international writers including Marilynne Robinson and Salman Rushdie. Belvedere Road, SE1; southbankcentre.co.uk

Soak up some culture after hours as museums and galleries throw open their doors after dark for Museums at Night. With late-night exhibitions, Halloween-themed events, quirky workshops and torchlit tours, the three-day biannual festival is a brilliant opportunity to discover London’s culture in a new and spookier light. Various participating venues; museumsatnight.org.uk

DR I N KS

LONDON COCKTAIL WEEK 1-7 October OLD TRU M AN BREWERY

Raise a glass to toast the return of London Cocktail Week. Now in its ninth year and spanning seven days, the festival is where enthusiasts can soak up the city’s delectable spirits, enjoy pop-up cocktail bars, unlimited £6 cocktails and more. 91 Brick Lane, E1; trumanbrewery.com

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CULTURE • THEATRE

ROUND UP

Best in

SHOW

Get the most out of London’s theatre scene with our top stage picks for the month

Chicago ★★★★★

From 24 September PHOENIX THEATRE

MUST SEE

Star of stage and screen Denise Van Outen returns to Chicago to play Velma Kelly having previously played the role of Roxie Hart to critical acclaim in both the West End and on Broadway. Denise will join Alexandra Burke as Roxie Hart and Duncan James as Billy Flynn. Charing Cross Road, WC2H; atgtickets.com

By H E L E N B R O W N

I And You ★★★★★

From 18 October HAMPSTEAD THEATRE

Game of Thrones star Maisie Williams makes her stage debut in I and You as Caroline who, housebound due to illness, is conﬁned to her room with only Facebook for company. That is until classmate Anthony bursts in – uninvited and armed with waffle fries. An unlikely friendship develops and a seemingly mundane piece of homework reveals the pair’s hopes and dreams. Eton Avenue, NW3; hampsteadtheatre.com

I AND YOU CHICAGO

Guys & Dolls

Don Quixote

19 & 20 October

From 27 October

ROYAL ALBERT HALL

GARRICK THEATRE

Adrian Lester, Jason Manford and Meow Meow will star in the Royal Albert Hall’s production of Guys and Dolls. This sizzling, New York tale of gamblers, gangsters and nightclub singers features some of Broadway’s greatest showstoppers, including Luck Be a Lady and My Time of Day performed by the Royal Philharmonic Concert Orchestra. Kensington Gore, SW7; royalalberthall.com

Award-winning poet, journalist and literary critic James Fenton has adapted Miguel de Cervantes’ iconic novel, Don Quixote, to be performed by the Royal Shakespeare Company. It tells of a labyrinthine world where rogues, merchants, shepherds, galley-slaves and windmills come together in a comical story of rampant and absurd adventure. 2 Charing Cross Road, WC2H; rsc.org.uk

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Bullet Hole ★★★★★

2-3 October PARK THEATRE

Cleo was given her ‘gift’ at age seven – except that ‘gift’ left her with type three Female Genital Mutilation. Finding strength after this hideous act, Cleo resolves to seek reversal surgery. On her journey of healing, Cleo meets Eve, a fellow FGM survivor who is instantly drawn to her. Bullet Hole is a story of hope, love and human rights played by an all-female cast. Clifton Terrace, N4; parktheatre.co.uk

DON QUIXOTE

BULLET HOLE

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The magical, fantastical, illuminated trail

LONDON ZOO

A festive after-dark experience for all the family

Penguin Pool Panorama The Tunnel of Light • The Sledge Tree Magic Mountain • Light Vortex Father Christmas and his elves Seasonal food and gifts

22 NOV – 1 JAN 0844 995 1372

christmasatlondonzoo.co.uk Calls cost 7p per minute plus your network access charge. Running selected evenings only. Please note this is an after-dark experience exploring the magic of ZSL London Zoo’s historic site and therefore our animals will be in bed and will not be available to view.

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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie Absolutely reviews the feel-good show that is breaking down barriers on the West End

B y PAO L A P E R A LTA

heffield, exam time, 2018. The West End’s hit new musical, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, tells the story of the life of a teenage boy as he navigates the trials and tribulations of what it means to become a man when sometimes, and only sometimes, he would rather be a woman. Following a short yet impressively successful run at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, the musical made the move to the Apollo

bringing with it all the glitz, glam, and loveable sass that’s had seats selling out nightly. Based on a true story, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie follows 16 yearold Jamie New who is in the midst of discovering who he is and where he belongs in a world where his dreams of being a drag queen seem a little too far out of reach – even in six-inch stiletto heels. The award-winning musical is a culmination of a real-life story as told by the popular BBC Three documentary Jamie: Drag Queen at 16 where Jamie Campbell is banned from his school’s prom for

More than sequins and glitter, this is the universal story of life

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wanting to go in a dress. The cast is as refreshing as the tale, featuring a number of brilliant break-out stars – including the leading man himself. John McCrea is nothing short of a revelation in the titular role, receiving standing ovations every night. Joining him on stage and shining just as bright is an endlessly talented company of actors. Rebecca McKinnis may be a recent addition to the cast but has definitely proven herself to be an absolute powerhouse and a force to be reckoned with as Jamie’s mother Margaret New, and making her West End debut is Lucie Shorthouse, who’s performance as Jamie’s sweet yet sharp-as-a-whip best friend Pritti Pasha is an evening favourite. With the help of cutting-edge choreography, wardrobe and soundtrack Everybody’s Talking About Jamie is more than a story about sequins and glitter and drag queens: it’s the universal story of life, love and stepping out of the darkness and into the spotlight.

VERDICT

A coming of age story as timeless as it is ﬁerce ★★★★★ E V E RY B O DY ' S TA L K I N G A B O U T JA M I E

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FRIEZE FRAME Frieze Art Fair returns to Regentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park with a fresh showcase of contemporary works, this time with a focus on women in art

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utumn arrives just in time for Frieze Art Fair, which turns all eyes onto the contemporary art world in and amongst the blazing burnt leaves of Regents Park. With its robust sales and top-notch roster of galleries it’s easy to see how London’s creative curiosity is piqued by this colossal contemporary art circus. This year Frieze London, the contemporary edition of the two fairs, reveals a fresh line up of 160 participating galleries, with a dedicated section around the theme of Social Work. It’s a development from the hugely successful Sex Works theme last year which focused on radical feminists. This year a panel of female art historians and critics are choosing 10 prominent women artists who explore the themes of identity, labour and visibility and neatly slipped under the radar of recognition during the 1980s when male artists dominated the market. The gender discrepancies are hard to ignore, with the highest price for a living female work of art being by Yayoi Kusama at $7.1million and for a male artist being Jeff Koons at $58.4 million. This year’s fair could be seen as a collective response to the hard hitting fact that 70% of all artists shown are men, so the scales are set for a balancing act. Aside from the expected string of blue-chip galleries, there is a particularly stellar line up from the younger galleries in London who have very much been rising through the ranks and gaining in confidence each year. Some star attractions include The Sunday Painter, Arcadia Missa and Seventeen Gallery who will be entering the main section after many years of

Critics are choosing a cluster of 10 prominent women artists being able to showcase their works in the subsidised emerging gallery section Focus for galleries under the age of 12 years. Rana Begum will have a solo show with Kate MacGarry coinciding with the jewel-coloured sculpture she is presenting in the Frieze Sculpture park. Her work explores how colour, light and form interact and the laminated glass work throws an exquisite rainbow onto the grass of Regent’s Park. Mary Mary Gallery from Glasgow will include works by Milano Chow who makes elegantly eloquent drawings of female figures set within neoclassical frames. A Robin Hood-style tax began at Art Basel this year and will continue at the inaugural Los Angeles version of Frieze next year with more established galleries essentially subsidising younger galleries. This shows just how integral these younger galleries are to the fabric of the art world, and the best way to support their younger artists is by beginning to collect their works. There’s a whole host of advice on starting a collection which is much more appealing with the lower price points that you can find on these younger gallery booths. A very good place to start is with Alexandra Donaldson from Kaleidoscope who helps advise collectors on what to buy specifically from emerging galleries and encourages a closer connection with the artists, collecting artists and not just their objects. In this way when you buy works, you are helping shape the artist’s career trajectory.

FRIEZE ART FA I R L O N D O N 4 -7 OCTO B ER 2018 Regent’s Park, London frieze.com

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18 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 21 October Battersea Park, London From salon hangs to statement pieces, bring your home to life with original art

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illustrator Guillaume Cornet, and Swedish gallery Konstgruppen will be representing Bobo Wallmansson as he presents his playful sculptures for the first time at an Affordable Art Fair. For those looking to kickstart a collection, there will be an array of artworks available for under £500. Long-standing exhibitors Liberty Gallery are known for their walletfriendly limited edition prints, and what better way to bring that on-trend gallery wall to life than with one of their highly sought-after works by Maria Rivans? You can even make your very own masterpiece with a range of workshops from Mixed Media Portraiture to Sensory Still Life. If you are not ready to get hands on just yet, then there are various thoughtprovoking talks, on topics such as Art and Identity and Art Therapy.

ART HOUSE The Affordable Art Fair returns with some advice for new collectors Words E V E H E R B E R T

isit the Affordable Art Fair in Battersea Park this month to discover a diverse range of contemporary art from 114 galleries. Whether you are on the hunt for your next investment, or it is your first visit to an art fair, the friendly gallerists will be on hand to guide you through the process and help you find the perfect piece to bring your home to life. With a hand-picked selection of thousands of original artworks, and prices from £100 - £6,000, there is no better way to explore your taste, or think creatively about what will complete your space. If it is emerging artists you are after, visit the annual Recent Graduates’ showcase – with an abundance of fresh talent on display, it is a great opportunity for discovery. Alongside an established community of London exhibitors, a variety of international galleries will be bringing art from all around the world. US-based DECORAZON Gallery will be debuting work from French

TIPS FOR ASPIRING ART COLLECTORS G E T TO K N OW T H E A R TI ST

It is important to find out as much as you can about their status and background, their inspiration and motivations, and their techniques and materials.

E X A M I N E T H E M AT E R I A L S

Drawings can be a great way to buy an original piece at a more affordable price, because price points can vary due to the cost of the medium and materials used. If it is a painting you are after, keep in mind that acrylics could have a lower price tag than oils.

B E CO N F I D E N T I N IT S O R I G I N A LIT Y

All artworks sold at an Affordable Art Fair, or on affordableartfair.com, are original or limited edition. When it comes to limited edition prints, those made or designed by a maker are printed by hand and this is why they are usually more expensive than a giclée, which is printed by a machine.

A F F O R DA B L E A R T FA I R Battersea Park, 18 – 21 OCTOBER Tickets from £8 - £25 affordableartfair.com

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FRENCH FOLLY O RW E L L + AU ST E N

As with all Orwell + Austen pieces, this cashmere sweater is a great timeless luxury buy. Emblazoned with a French idiom from the 1980's punk parody song by artist Plastic Bertrand, it's designed to be worn all season round and is the easiest way to incorporate French chic into your autumn wardrobe. orwellausten.com

Jewellery: fall for fall 29 Âˇ The shoot 30 A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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Melody Maison Mirrors | Furniture | Decor www.melodymaison.co.uk Call: 01302 741000 Use Code: MMAB10 for 10% Oï¬&#x20AC;! Expires 10th November 2018

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Fall for fall Turn over a new leaf with these luxurious autumnal jewellery pieces

SYDNEY EVAN

ALEXANDER MCQUEEN

CAROLINA BUCCI

Extra Large Monstera Leaf 14-karat gold diamond necklace £6,750; harrods.com

Gold-plated, Swarovski crystal and faux pearl ring, £490; selfridges.com

Recharmed Lucky 18-karat yellow, rose and white gold and agate bracelet, £2,550; harrods.com

DOLCE & GABBANA

OSCAR DE LA RENTA

RANJANA KHAN

Gold-tone, resin and crystal earrings, £495 dolcegabbana.com

Gold-tone brooch, £140 oscardelarenta.com

Mangueira gold-tone, mother-of-pearl, crystal and feather clip earrings, £270; ranjanakhan.com

AMRAPALI

ETRO

POMELLATO

18-karat gold, sterling silver and multi-stone bracelet, £6,500; amrapalijewels

Crystal, bead and velvet clip earrings, £320 harrods.com

Ritratto 18-karat rose gold, jasper and diamond necklace, £5,940; harrods.com

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loral fragrances can be tricky. Ask any woman entering our perfumery of her likes and dislikes and nine times out of ten she will proffer a list of classic blossoms that she would prefer to avoid. Once upon a time this would have made me panic as approximately eighty percent of our collection of over four hundred fragrances contain flowers. However, over the decades, I have learned to recognise the reality of the situation. What this often means is that she doesn't like 'girly florals', scents that are a little lightweight and generic; or it can mean that she has a specific, unpleasant floral fragrance lodged in her memory. This happened to me recently when a client came to find a new 'signature' scent, her only criteria is that it must not be based on the queen of flowers, the rose. We travelled around the shelves and I soon realised that she actually enjoyed floral fragrances very much but favoured very fresh, modern conjurings of classic blossoms. We finally came to the perfumes of James Heeley, a British perfumer that I enjoy very much, and just as an experiment I sprayed one of my favourites for her, covering the name of the scent with my hand. I recognised the light in her eyes immediately, when you connect with a scent in a fundamental way it is immediate and transporting and I knew that she had found 'the one'. I then had to reveal that the name of this olfactory elixir was in fact 'Hippy Rose'. I explained that what often happens is that we experience a truly terrible rendering of a beautiful bloom and this becomes fixed in the memory. This happens with roses quite a lot as there have been many fragrances that oozed Barbara Cartland, pink chiffon and back-lighting, something very powdery and reminiscent of the 1950's. Modern florals bear no resemblance to these fusty fragrances and I was reminded of this just the other day when a dear friend brought

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'Sandrine' is an olfactory realisation of the Magnolia Grandiflora by the late, great Sandrine Videault, a fragrance legend. Here she captures fresh magnolia first thing in the morning just as the dew is leaving its petals. The lemony tang is here but Sandrine has painted around it a green garden, kissed by marine breezes, dry woods and musk accords and it is heavenly. 'Michel ' is a rare offering from perfumer Michel Rouditska and an alternative realisation of the very same flower. However, this time the creamy scent takes on a much more sensuous character with layers of patchouli, vetiver and rose with just a hint of vanilla sweetness at the base. Both of these scents capture the vivacious, citrus notes of the Magnolia bracts but interpret the character of the tree in very different ways. 'Madagascan Jasmine', also from Michel Roudnitska, is a cut-above normal star jasmine and although this is not strictly a soliflore, she is definitely the star of the show. Deft touches of green leaves and woody stem add depth to this tropical beauty. 'Boronia' was created with my own mentor and the man with whom I realised my fragrance collection, the perfume deity Bertrand Duchaufour. It is based on the Boronia flowering shrubs native to Australasia and their scent, akin to lightly spiced fruit with green, hay notes, which Bertrand has dusted with cognac, caramel and warm resins to create an epic, perfumed poem. Monsieur Duchaufour has also produced the magnificent 'Queen Of the Night' a cactus flower of legendary carnality that blooms for just one night per year and relies on its intoxicating scent to attract insects once the sun has set. Around her he has gathered all of the most heavenly flowers - wisteria, gardenia, mimosa and sambac jasmine - to create an olfactory siren's call with the promise of paradise. If you enjoy floral scents then this collection will bring you great joy and if you think that you don't, then take my advice and try them, the scales will fall from your eyes - or should that be nose?! A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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hen we say ‘open wide’ at Sparklysmile, we’re not just talking about your mouth. We’re asking you to open your mind too, and seriously consider the holistic rewards of good, modern dentistry and how it can benefit your overall health and sense of well-being. After half a century of successful practice, we truly believe in the feel-good factor that comes from looking after your teeth properly and knowing your dentist is firmly on your side. After all, looking good and feeling better is an important part of being healthy. Putting that healthy, sparkly smile on the face of our patients began in 1968, when Jo Eisenberg opened the Blackheath Village Dental Practice right in the heart of his local community. His progressive methods, sympathetic approach and positive programme of preventative care have, over the years, won him the respect and friendship of generations of patients. In 1988, his son Phil qualified from Guys’ and joined the practice.

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W H AT TO D R I N K

GRAPE NEWS

TASTING NOTES

London’s food news and most exciting openings this October By GEORGIA MCVEIGH

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE MONTH By Prosecco house

Marchiori Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG “5 Varietà” Brut  £50 A Prosecco with an elegant taste and a dry ﬁnish. On the nose it has intriguing fresh wisteria and crunchy pear; then generous ripe fruit, pollen, and herbs with undertones of roasted barley.

Rivalta Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG INCONTRI Extra Dry  £51 Bright and vivacious, with a delicately fruity bouquet and lively tones. The taste is well-balanced but dry at the same time, thanks to a well-presented acidity.

Rivalta Spumante 1940 “L’EXTRA BRUT”  £56 This Prosecco is very fine, with an elegant and refined smell and vivacious perlage. It has fresh notes of white peach and acacia flowers. On the palette, expect a taste that is dry, fruity and intense.

PROSECCO HOUSE Prosecco House is London’s first bar dedicated to Prosecco. Owner, Kristina Issa, works directly with family-owned vineyards in Veneto and stocks five vineyards that are not available anywhere else in London. The bar has 28 different types of Prosecco, handpicked by Kristina herself.

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Spice Story KAHANI

From Chef Peter Joseph comes Kahani, a new 90-cover restaurant in Chelsea with a contemporary approach to Indian cooking. Kahani, which translates to ‘story’ in Hindi, is centred around Peter’s philosophy of community eating to celebrate, bring people together, break boundaries and share tales. 1 Wilbraham Place, SW1X kahanilondon.com

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If it’s beef you want then it’s Hawksmoor you must go. The restaurant is renowned for steak so it’s little surprise they serve up one of the best roasts on Sunday. With fluffy goose fat potatoes, a ginormous Yorkshire and a decent selection of traditional vegetables, it's a perfectly balanced plate of joy. thehawksmoor.com

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A favourite haunt of Charles Dickens and Sherlock Holmes - alledgedly Simpson's in the Strand prides itself on its trolley service from which is served 28 day dry-aged roast rib of beef, Yorkshire puddings, Savoy cabbage, beef fat roast potatoes, gravy and horseradish sauce. simpsonsinthestrand.co.uk

PIZZA PARTY MADE OF DOUGH

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Founded by a couple of Hawksmoor old hands, this subterranean Soho hotspot delivers a carnivore’s dream dinner. Go “All-In” with a mix of Longhorn beef, Herdwick lamb and Middlewhite pork with Yorkshire puds, duck fat roasties, carrots, broccoli and bone marrow gravy. theblacklock.com

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South east hotspot, Sparrow has launched a delectable new autumn menu featuring the very best of the season. Beer fans can also try some international guest beers for Oktoberfest including a Japanese sweet potato beer and a greek pale ale. sparrowlondon.co.uk

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t was a little moment of revelation, I remember, when I first combined roasted cauliflower and raw grated cauliflower in the same dish. So different from one another, but working so well combined. This is lovely as it is, served as part of a spread, or spooned alongside some roast chicken or lamb. Don’t throw away the leaves of the cauliflower here. They’re lovely to eat, roasted and crisp, or grated raw as you would the rest of the cauliflower. If you want to get ahead, roast the cauliflower up to 4–6 hours in advance. Keep at room temperature and then just combine with the remaining ingredients when ready to serve.

Cauliﬂower, pomegranate and pistachio salad Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

Make it

SIMPLE Ottolenghi's new book is all about simplicity. Here are some dishes that ﬁt his deﬁnition of 'simple' r e c i p e s YO TA M O T T O L E N G H I

• 1 large cauliﬂower (800g) • 1 medium onion, roughly sliced (130g) • 80ml olive oil • 25g parsley, roughly chopped • 10g mint, roughly chopped • 10g tarragon, roughly chopped • Seeds from ½ medium pomegranate (80g) • 40g pistachio kernels, lightly toasted and roughly chopped • 1 tsp ground cumin • 1½ tbsp lemon juice • Salt

METHOD 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C fan.

2 Coarsely grate a third of the cauliflower and set aside in a bowl. Break the remaining cauliflower into florets, roughly 3cm wide, and add these to a separate bowl with the cauliflower leaves, if you have any, and onion. Toss everything together with 2 tablespoons of oil and ¼ teaspoon of salt, then spread out on a large parchment-lined baking tray. Roast for about 20 minutes, until cooked through and golden-brown. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool. 3 Once cool, put the roasted vegetables into a large bowl with the 50ml oil, the grated cauliflower and the remaining ingredients, along with ¼ teaspoon of salt. Toss gently, just to combine, then transfer to a platter and serve.

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ew things bring me more pleasure in the kitchen than taking a set of familiar ingredients and seeing them in a new light. It’s happened here with this stew and also the Puy lentil and aubergine dish on page 166. The two ingredients lists are very similar – the aubergine, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, garlic and oregano. Both dishes – though equally delicious – are completely different from one another. It’s one of the many reasons I love aubergines: they’re so versatile and can be cooked in such different ways to yield such different results. Serve the stew either as a hearty starter or a side, or else as a main, served with any grain you like. The stew can be made up to 3 days ahead and kept in the fridge – just warm through and add the crème fraîche, oil, chilli flakes and oregano before serving.

Puy lentil and aubergine stew Serves4 as a starter or side, 2 as a main

INGREDIENTS • 3 tbsp olive oil, plus a little extra to serve • 3 garlic cloves, finely sliced • 1 large red onion, finely chopped (160g) • ½ tbsp picked thyme leaves • 2 small aubergines, cut into chunks, about 5 x 2cm (420g) • 200g cherry tomatoes • 180g Puy lentils • 500ml vegetable stock • 80ml dry white wine • 100g crème fraîche • tsp Urfa chilli flakes (or ½ tsp regular chilli flakes) • 2 tsp picked oregano leaves • Salt and black pepper

METHOD 1 Put 2 tablespoons of oil into a large, high-sided sauté pan and place on a medium high heat. Add the garlic, onion, thyme and ¼ teaspoon of salt and fry for 8 minutes, stirring often, until soft and golden. Tip into a bowl, leaving the oil behind. Set aside. 2 Place the aubergines and tomatoes in a bowl and season with ¼ teaspoon of salt and plenty of pepper. Add the remaining oil to the same pan and, once very hot, add the aubergines and tomatoes. Fry for 10 minutes, on medium high, turning them often until the aubergine is soft and goldenbrown and the tomatoes are beginning to blacken. Return the garlic and onion to the pan, then add the lentils, stock, wine, 450ml of water and ¾ teaspoon of salt. Bring to the boil, then lower the heat and simmer gently for about 40 minutes, until the lentils are soft but still retain a bite. 3 Serve warm with crème fraîche, a drizzle of oil and chilli ﬂakes and oregano.

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FOOD & DRINK • RECIPES

Iranian herb fritters Makes 8 fritters to serve 4–8 (depending on whether everyone is having one, in a pitta, or two as they are)

INGREDIENTS • 40g dill, finely chopped • 40g basil leaves, finely chopped • 40g coriander leaves, finely chopped • 1½ tsp ground cumin • 50g fresh breadcrumbs (about 2 slices, crusts left on if soft) • 3 tbsp barberries (or currants, see p.301) • 25g walnut halves, lightly toasted and roughly chopped • 8 large eggs, beaten • 60ml sunflower oil, for frying • salt

METHOD 1 Place all the ingredients, apart from the oil, in a large bowl with ½ teaspoon of salt. Mix well to combine and set aside.

These fritters are a bit of fridge raid, using up whatever herbs you have

hese can be snacked on as they are, at room temperature, or else served with a green tahini sauce and some extra herbs. If you want to make the tahini sauce then just blitz together 50g tahini, 30g parsley, ½ crushed garlic clove, 2 tbsp lemon juice and 1⁄8 tsp salt. Once this is all in the blender, blitz for 30 seconds and pour in 125ml water. Holding back on the water allows the parsley to get really broken up and turns the sauce as green as can be. This sauce is lovely spooned over all sorts of things – grilled meat and fish and roasted vegetables, for example – so double or triple the batch and

keep it in the fridge. It keeps well for about 5 days. You might want to thin it with a little water or lemon juice to get it back to the right consistency. These fritters are a bit of a fridge raid, using up whatever herbs you have around. As long as you keep the total net weight the same and use a mixture of herbs, this will still work wonderfully. The batter will keep, uncooked, for 1 day in the fridge. Alternatively, pile the fritters into pitta bread with condiments: a combination of yoghurt, chilli sauce, pickled vegetables and tahini works well. You’d just need one fritter per person, rather than two.

2 Put 2 tablespoons of oil into a large non-stick pan and place on a medium high heat. Once hot, add ladles of batter to the pan. Do 4 fritters at a time, if you can – you want each of them to be about 12cm wide – otherwise just do 2 or 3 at a time. Fry for 1–2 minutes on each side, until crisp and golden-brown. Transfer to a kitchen paper-lined plate and set aside while you continue with the remaining batter and oil. 3 Serve either warm or at room temperature.

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Choc SHOP

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Sustainable SWEETS

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 Eat Your Hat create delicious things out of sustainably-grown, organic ingredients. They’re also advocates of everything being ‘astonishingly fair’, and this starts with the trading process. From the Sri Lankan spices to the cocoa grown in São Tomé, everything is ethicallysourced and 100% Fair Trade. One small step for chocolate, one giant step for sustainability. eatyourhat.com

 Dorset based, artisan chocolatier Chococo has scooped another six awards at this year’s Great Taste Awards. The Blackcurrant Beauty was the star of the show, winning a highlycoveted 3 Star Gold award, however Purely Pistachio, Salcombe Sundowner, 65% Madagascar Mega Milk bar and Chocolate Salami were also given gold stars. To celebrate, they’ve released a Limited Edition 2018 Award Winners Box (£11) which includes nine of the prize-winning treats. chococo.co.uk

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Viva La VEGAN

PA N A C H O C O L AT E

 Guilt-free and kind to the earth, Pana chocolate is created from raw, certified organic ingredients and is recognised by The Vegan Society as being 100 per cent vegan-friendly. Made from 36% cacao, coconut milk, maple syrup and roasted hazelnuts, the new Hazelnut bar (£3.90) is smooth yet crunchy, sweet yet salty and comes wrapped up in gorgeous little box. panachocolate.com

SNAP IT UP D O I SY & DA M

With no more than eight ingredients per choc and a healthy dose of superfoods in each, Doisy & Dam is healthy indulgence at its best. The Snaps (£5.50) are thin crunchy shards of chocolate, perfect for snacking and (if you must) sharing. Available in two ﬂavours, they are vegan, gluten-free and made from single-origin Columbian chocolate. doisyanddam.com

Liquid GOLD

H O T E L C H O C O L AT

 As the only chocolatier to run two bars (one in their Saint Lucian cocoa plantation, the other in Borough Market) Hotel Chocolat knows a thing or two about mixing chocolate with alcohol. After two years of intense experimentation, they came up with the Chocolate Cream Liqueur (£25), a creamy chocolate and mouth-watering vodka, finished with a splash of cream. hotelchocolat.com

STYLE FILE PIERRE MARCOLINI

 Chocolate and fashion come together in one of the most stylish culinary conceptions this autumn. Victoria Beckham has teamed up with Pierre Marcolini to design a limited edition box of 16 chocolate hearts (£35) to celebrate the milestone 10th anniversary of her fashion house. Expect distinct and indulgent flavours like hazelnut praline caramel, salted butter caramel and white chocolate ganache with fresh yuzu. eu.marcolini.com/en

ZEST FOR LIFE R O C O C O C H O C O L AT E S

With a rich British heritage and over thirty-ﬁve years of expertise, Rococo Chocolates are renowned for creating innovative treats that are as pleasing to the eye as they are the the palette. The Chocolate Dipped Orange and Lemon Slices (£14.95) deliver a delicious zesty hit and make the perfect little gift. rococochocolates.com

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BEAN FIELDS WORKSHOP COFFEE

Workshop's variety of blends are roasted and packed at their Bethnal Green headquarters – subscribe and they'll send your favourite beans to your door as often as you like. We recommend the Cerro de Jesus espresso, with its notes of butterscotch and nougat. workshopcoffee.com

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Farmison's meat boxes have been voted the UK's best and the wise selection focuses on the best of British artisan butchery for feasting or freezing. There's a BBQ box, a couple's monthly box and a Full English breakfast box, among others. farmison.com

PLANT POST GEO FLEUR

Plant Post Club is a plant subscription service whereby subscribers receive a monthly surprise exclusive package of a unusual and beautiful plant, in ahandmade pot or plant-related accessories. How better to expand your plant collection? geo-fleur.com

THAT’S THE SPIRIT CRAFT GIN CLUB

Every month, the Craft Gin Club selects one of the world's finest small-batch gins, including rare and exclusive editions not available elsewhere, and pairs it with delicious mixers and treats to create the Gin of the Month box. Sign up for as often or as little as you like. craftginclub.co.uk

CHEESE COLLECTIONS

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Paxton and Whitfield’s cut cheese collections take the pain of choosing away and offer an excellent introduction to some of the best cheeses. Order online for delivery the next day. paxtonandwhitfield.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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LIGHT MY FIRE KINDLE STOVES

As your local specialist, Kindle Stoves have a wood burner for every home. From contemporary to traditional, they are stockists of the super efficient Morso, Contura and Rais models and offer a full installation service. 1 Station Road, Teddington TW11 kindlestoves.co.uk

WARM GLOW MARBLE HILL FIREPLACES

Marble Hill Fireplaces is the go-to showroom for all your fireplace needs whether it is a real fire, decorative effect or balanced flue gas fire or a wood burning stove. Established in 1974 they have an unrivalled reputation for quality and excellent personal service. 0208 892 1488; sales@marblehill.co.uk

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THROW DOW N All our favourite ceramic pieces

EDITOR’S PICK

NICOLA FASANO FOR THE CONRAN SHOP Oval Splatter Platter, £110 conranshop.co.uk

TIME PLEASE

THE CONTEMPORARY HOME Teal crackle glaze vase, £45 tch.net

THE WHITE KITCHEN COMPANY

HAY

Formerly known as Future & Found, Tufnell Park’s favourite design destination has rebranded as Insidestore. We are coveting their analogue clock by Hay, £89 insidestoreldn.com

PANTRY PEOPLE

KARLSSON Original ceramic wall clock, £35 hurnandhurn.com

The Larder Cupboard is making a long overdue and a welcome return to our homes and a must for the organised cook. The White Kitchen Company’s handmade solid wood pantry cupboards can be incorporated into any space as a beautiful and intelligent way to keep your kitchen clutter-free. thewhitekitchencompany.com

HABITAT Buzz vase, £35 habitat.com.uk

JONATHAN ADLER Druggist small canister with lid, £POA jonathanadler.com

BROSTE COPENHAGEN Nordic sea dinnerware, From £9 heals.com

HEART OF THE HOME BLADES HEATING LTD

Blades has been distributing AGA Cookers since 1929, with its cast iron ovens and gentle radiant heat, an AGA brings a loving warmth to any home. Now, with AGA electric ‘Control Series’, including the new eR3 ‘Every Day Cooker’, there is an AGA to suit any lifestyle. All models on display at our extensive Oxted Showroom. blades-aga.co.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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A signature bright modernist palette has evolved

elebrated fashion designer Jonathan Saunders, renowned for his innovative use of print, pattern and colour, has collaborated with The Rug Company for a second collection of handmade rugs. Incorporating eight new rug designs, including four runners, the collection represents an exploration of the perception of colour. Saunders has been exploring translucency and light and how new colours can be created through this process, working with transparent layers of glass and resin to create the composition of the final designs. A signature bright modernist palette has evolved for this second collection with the unexpected addition of neutral tones of bone, clay and silver. Combining a series of deceptively simple square and rectangular forms in

Patterns that blend together create a ﬂow – they don’t need to match

different shades of grey, Clark is an abstract interpretation of a tower. The monochrome mix is perfectly balanced so that the structure of the composition is clearly perceived. The subtle greyscale achieved is a remarkable feat by our dye master, with light neutrals being the hardest colours to match. Witton’s composition consists of planes of solid colours which overlap to create new tones and play with the illusion of perception. The design is available in grey with a shock of cerulean, as well as a kaleidoscopic palette of lemon yellow, intense orange, burnt ochre, turquoise and candy pink. Helio and Lewitt use patterns which evoke the process of weaving fabric, a classic starting point for Saunders, with bands which are interwoven instead of overlaid, criss-crossing over each other, to give the appearance of weaving. Each runner is available in a bright and a monochrome palette, allowing the viewer to focus on the careful composition of each design and the effect of colour on its appearance. Herringbone Neutral is a graphic transformation of the weaving technique, combining a neutral colour palette of cream and silver silk and wool yarns. The tones represent a departure from the bright colours which have become synonymous with Saunders’ designs, meaning that the focus has now become depth. Each design is handcrafted by weavers in Kathmandu, using fine Tibetan wool and silk. therugcompany.com

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PICTURE FRAMING & GALLERY Although we are a picture framers we are also a gallery with space for established and up and coming artists. The space in the gallery is also available for rental. We also offer a collection and drop off service for those that require it, as well as a 24 hour service at an additional cost. The staff are experienced and competent and we believe in providing a friendly service to all our customers.

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Cosy up for winter

Now is the perfect time to address your ﬁreplace. Absolutely gets the lowdown on Marble Hill Fireplaces Wo r d s E V E H E R B E R T

arble Hill Fireplaces was established as a family business in 1974. They have grown exponentially over the years but still offer the same personalised service from initial enquiry to installation and also offer a professional design service.

Marble Hill employ their own fitters and therefore have full control over the installations from start to finish and work closely with architects, designers , site foreman and private clients to ensure the fitting runs smoothly and on schedule. Their showrooms in south west London are well worth a visit as they have seven different show areas over four floors showing a wide range of their fireplaces, many of which are under fire. Their stone mantels are made in England from the best quality material, as are their marble mantels, and as such they are able to offer bespoke sizes and variations on many of their standard designs.

“Marble Hill remains at the forefront of the ﬁreplace industry”

super efficient and offer extraordinary heat output, making them not just stunning to look at but also very green. Marble Hill also offer a good range of solid fuel burners and stoves, and a chimney lining service They are also agents for Planika fires who offer a range of Bio Ethanol line fires (which require no chimney at all). Planika also offer bespoke fires to your own design. Their enhanced designs create an exceptional atmosphere influencing our everyday life. If you are looking for exceptional service and quality products at competitive prices then make Marble Hill Fireplaces your first and last port of call. They have their own restoration department and undertake large restoration projects throughout London working closely with people such as English Heritage, Grosvenor Estates and large multinational developers and builders ensuring the work undertaken is of the highest standard and appropriate to the age and status of the building. Marble Hill have seen trends come and go over the years but have remained focused on offering the very best quality at competitive prices and the latest designs to stay at the forefront of the fireplace industry and its ever changing technology They are the main London agents for Bellfires balanced flue fire which do not need a conventional chimney and can, more often than not, be positioned wherever required to create a stunning focal point. These fires have an incredible flame pattern which is emphasised by the addition of their reflective back and sides. They are

MARBLE HILL F I R E P L AC E S 70-72 Richmond Road, Twickenham Middx TW1 3BE www.marblehill.co.uk

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Whitgift. One of Britain’s finest independent day and boarding schools for boys aged 10-18

OPEN MORNING | SATURDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 2018 OPEN EVENING | TUESDAY 9 OCTOBER 2018 BOARDING | BY APPOINTMENT Generous scholarships and bursaries available admissions@whitgift.co.uk +44 (0)20 8633 9935 www.whitgift.co.uk/opendays

‘Superb cosmopolitan boys school, with outstanding facilities and a strong academic reputation – an example of what education is really about’ Good Schools Guide

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FRIGHT NIGHT THE LITTLE NATURAL CO We’re going batty for The Little Natural Co’s range of October-appropriate pieces – especially this outfit, which features a top and bloomers (£28 and £22) by Organic Zoo and bat wings (£29) by Meri Meri. thelittlenaturalco.co.uk

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Independent co-educational Pre-Prep & Pre-School

Each day, discovery

2–7 years – founded 1976 – member ISA

Dedicated to creating a rich and happy learning experience for your child

Open morning th October 2018, 10am–12.30pm Saturday Saturday 6th October 2018, 10am-12.30pm

Eltham College Junior School Open Day

Visit our school • See why our grounds and facilities are ideally suited for young children • Experience a taste of our uniquely happy and friendly atmosphere

Saturday 17 November

• Meet our dedicated, expert team

10.00am-12.30pm

• Appreciate why we are the perfect setting for Early Years education

Please book online: www.elthamcollege.london/book

We look forward to meeting you!

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Crown Jewels

B RA N D F O CU S

MAJULA

Flower crowns were everywhere this summer and the trend shows no sign of abating. If you worry that real blooms will prove too delicate, consider these beautiful linen creations from Lithuanian brand Majula, available in a range of stunning designs and colours. From €17. majulahandmade.com

PIPPINS

SMALL TALK Crowns, sneakers, upcycled denim and scary reads

TAKE THE MICKEY S U P E R GA X D I S N E Y

These striking Mickey Mouse sneakers are one of several designs produced to mark Superga’s second collaboration with Disney – and the ideal way to mark the mouse’s 90th anniversary year. £55;superga.co.uk

ith a focus on sustainability, Pippins Childrenswear is made by hand in Britain from re-purposed Levi’s jeans that were destined for landfill. The vintage clothes industry throws away huge volumes of denim every year when 501s are cut off to make shorts. By reusing and recycling the hardwearing iconic material, Pippins has created a collection of super-soft jeans and shorts. Clothing tags are made from cotton T-shirt scraps and the brand doesn’t use any plastic in their packaging. But it’s not only Pippins’ eco credentials that we love. The collection for little ones aged six months to six years is a departure from traditional children’s denim (that so often looks like it’s been designed for mini adults). Looser fits allow kids to run around and play in comfort and clever turn-ups mean that you’ll get more than one season’s wear out of them. All designs are gender-neutral, too, so they can be passed down. pippinchildrenswear.com

EDITOR’S PICK

LIGHTS OUT

THE KING WHO BANNED T H E DA R K By Emily Haworth-Booth The award-winning authorillustrator creates a charming modern fable about a prince who is scared of the dark. When he becomes king, he bans darkness – but with what consquences? £6.99; pavilionbooks.com

BOO!

MIDNIGHT MONSTERS By Helen Friel Just in time for Halloween, travel through Helen Friel’s intricate papercafted scenes to find the hidden monsters. Werewolves and Krampus are some of the spooky creatures you can expect to find hiding away. £16.99

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Independent co-educational Pre-Prep & Pre-School 2–7 years – founded 1976 – member ISA

Dedicated to creating a rich and happy learning experience for your child

The perfect setting for early schooling

4+ AND 7+ TASTER MORNINGS

• Largest independent Pre-School and Pre-Prep in the UK focusing on 2–7 year olds • Embedding key values and skills, for life – cognitive, physical, social and emotional • Experts in the critical transition from play based to more structured learning • Uniquely happy and friendly ethos and atmosphere • Wide range of after school clubs and wrap-around care from 8am–4.45/6pm depending on the year group

4+ 10.30am – 11.15am Tuesday 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th November 2018 7+ 8.45am – 11.30am Tuesday 16th October 2018

• Main entry into Kindergarten at 2+ and Reception at 4+ www.hernehillschool.co.uk enquiries@hernehillschool.co.uk 020 7274 6336

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Push the BOUNDARIES The importance of letting children make their own decisions B y P H I L I P PA C AW T H O R N E

asic skills such as learning to hold and eat from a spoon are acquired through repeated effort (and a good deal of mess). If we came to the rescue every time food failed to make it our baby’s mouth, we’d be spoon-feeding them forever. A study of 400 children over eight years revealed that toddlers with the most controlling mothers had poorer social skills and academic performance at the age of ten; and that excessive adult intervention can result in passive, unmotivated and anxious young people deprived of the long-term ability to make their own decisions. There is a growing body of evidence that children need to be able to make their own choices, even if they aren’t always the ‘right’ ones. For example, nagging children to do homework may

be doing them more harm than good. If you allow them to choose not to do their homework, they have to go to school and face the consequences: a lesson in itself. When Bassett House was founded in 1947, Sylvia Rentoul was a pioneer in using Montessori methods in the classroom, teaching children to think and behave independently from an early age. We still use these methods in our nursery classes, where you’ll find our three- and four-year-olds expected to hang up their coats, wash up after activities and choose which learning opportunities they engage with. We believe that children learn more effectively when they are encouraged to do things for themselves, to think creatively and form their own ideas. A ‘can do’ attitude and growth mindset are in Bassett’s DNA. If you were to say ‘I can’t do that’ to one of our pupils they would inevitably bellow back ‘I can’t do that YET.’ This mantra,

Children need to be able to make their own choices, even if they aren't always the right ones

EDUCATION • FOCUS

often repeated at assemblies, has become a shorthand for understanding that resilience and perseverance pay off. It is embedded in every aspect of school life from our curriculum, classroom, staffroom and sports fields to the playground and outside-school activities. Our children are encouraged to do their own research, argue their own points of view and problem solve rather than learning by rote. They discover their opinion matters and feel free to step out of their comfort zone when faced with new challenges. Outside the classroom, our wide range of clubs, enrichment activities and residential trips allow children to push their boundaries and let their imaginations soar beyond the confines of the familiar. Leadership and team-building skills are encouraged with a host of club activities such as sports, orienteering, martial arts and drama, while experiences such as rigging a boat, cooking on a campfire and building shelters in the wild are the character-building stuff our residential trips are made of. Overall if you consider how many things your child has control over, you may be surprised how few real decisions they get to make. We encourage you to ask your child if there are things they’d like to be in charge of. Young children could be allowed to choose which clothes to wear and older ones have more of a say in their after-school activities, or have input into their senior school choices. We adults can help children to make the right decision by discussing each choice. We can point out it’s a good idea to have a Plan B if their decision turns out to be the wrong one. And, yes sometimes it’s good to let them go out without a coat, or turn up at school without the correct kit. Good decisions take practice. They need to experience the natural consequences of their decisions. PHILIPPA CAWTHORNE is Headmistress of Bassett House School bassetths.org.uk A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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We explore Venice in the off season when the locals reclaim their streets from the swarm of summer tourists. From candle-lit walks to cocktails at Harry's Bar, these are the reasons to go now.

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TALE We beat the summer heat and the tourists to discover the magic and charm of Venice in winter By HELEN BROWN

or all its Old World charm, narrow cobbled streets and twisting canals, Venice can be tricky in summer. In the warmer months, the city belongs to tourists who swarm the streets eating ice cream and snapping away on their iPhones. In winter when it's misty and moody and the sun casts deep, dramatic shadows, Venice feels deserted. High-season rates are slashed and landmarks like Saint Marks basilica sit blissfully empty. It really is the best way to get the most out of the city. With this in mind, we’ve rounded up the reasons to book now for a winter weekend break. From exceptional accomodation and high class food, to historical landmarks and gondola rides, Venice has it all. We suggest you go soon when you can have it all to yourself.

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No place in Venice does 5 star luxury quite like the Baglioni Hotel Luna. Tucked away behind the pretty Giardini Reali and just seconds from St Mark’s Square with views across the water to San Giorgio Maggiore, this hotel exudes opulence and extravagance. It dates back to the 12th century and is decorated by frescoes from students in the 18th century. A superior suite has all the trappings of a high-end stay, plus palatial size and typically Venetian decor. Expect silk brocade wall linings, rich window drapes and original Murano chandeliers. The food at Baglioni Hotel Luna is first rate too. Winner of both the Fogher d’Oro and Gambero Rosso awards, Canova Restaurant offers a mix of local Venetian dishes plus some regional specialities updated with the utmost modernity. Caffe Baglioni faces a small canal running A B S O L U T E LY. L O N D O N

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JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTEL, DUBAI After a comprehensive transformation, Jumeirah Beach Hotel will reopen this October. With a striking wave-like design, this five star hotel is one of Dubai’s most stunning and instantly recognisable structures. Accommodation is in abundance with 599 ocean-view rooms and suites as well as 19 traditional Arabian styled beachside villas. Escape and unwind with an array of facilities including 15 restaurants, cafes and bars, five swimming pools and a private beach, floodlit tennis and squash courts, Talise Spa with saunas, massage rooms, hot tubs, Jacuzzi, steam room and plunge pool, as well as direct and unlimited access to Wild Wadi Waterpark™ and Kids Club. You’ll find everything you’re looking for and much more at Jumeirah Beach Hotel in Dubai.

5 Nights Half Board at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, from £1,715 per person Save up to 25% plus FREE half board upgrade Includes flights, travelling during November 2018

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Head to the square before the sun is up to see the grandeur domes illuminated by sunrise TE AT RO L A FE N I C E

A trip to Venice would be incomplete without enjoying the spectacular acoustics at Teatro La Fenice, one of Europe’s oldest and most beautiful opera houses. Built in 1792, the venue has played host to Rossini, Bellini and Verdi, and still to this day offers a rich and diverse programme. From January to July and September to October, opera season is in full swing. If you can't attend a performance, it's possible to explore the theatre either with an audioguide or by way of one of the venue’s fantastic guides who can share stories of its chequered past.

alongside the hotel and offers a pleasant view of the famous Giardini Reali, the Royal Gardens of Venice. It’s an idyllic place to cosy up with a hot chocolate or cocktail.

CO C KTAILS AT H A R RY ’S BAR

Long frequented by the well-heeled and a favourite of Ernest Hemingway, Harry’s Bar is synonymous with Venice and renowned world-over as the birthplace of the Bellini. Endowed with a fabulous location - it was opened in 1931 by bartender Giuseppe Cipriani right on the St Mark’s waterfront it’s one of Venice’s top spots for an aperitivo. But for the constant flurry of tourists taking snaps by the signage, there must be more? And there is. Since opening its doors, Harry’s Bar has had a long and colourful history, with a clientele ranging from Lord Byron and Marcel Proust to Orson Welles, Charlie Chaplin, Kenneth Branagh and George Clooney. Oh, and it also invented beef Carpaccio. Even in winter, the bar is exceptionally busy and the atmosphere brilliant.

SAINT M ARK’S BASILICA

As one of Italy’s most famous Byzantine cathedrals and one of immense magnificence, Saint Mark’s Basilica draws crowds all year round. But certainly in the off season the crowds are significantly smaller. With less street vendors and snap-happy tourists swarming the square, it’s easy to get lost in the opulence of this sumptuous church, once home to the Doge of Venice. Astonishingly, more than 8,000 square metres of mosaic cover the walls, vaults and cupolas of the basilica, developed through eight centuries of the building’s history. To catch the cathedral at its most spectacular, head to the square before the sun is up and barely a soul walks the streets to see the frothy stone, grandeur domes and imposing bell tower illuminated by sunrise.

GONDOLA RIDES

Weather permitting, winter can be one of the most magical times to experience a gondola ride. During the off seasons, the canals are hauntingly quiet, shrouded in mist and twinkling in winter light. Wrap up warm and head for the gondola stops along the small, narrow side canals for an afternoon of total tranquility.

DISCOVE R THE C I T Y BY CAN DLE LI GH T

Certainly the most spectacular time to explore the city is at night when the shops are shut and the last few street vendors and stragglers are making their way home. The Codega Experience with Baglioni Hotel Luna is a walking tour through the cobbled streets led by a Codega. The Codega was a professional guide and protector with perfect knowledge of the intricate maze of narrow streets and squares of Venice. He would accompany wealthy visitors, merchants or noblemen around the city with a lamplight. The Codega Experience exactly mimics this and is a magical way to explore the hidden corners of the city.

B AG L I O N I H OT E L L U N A Baglioni Hotel Luna, Venice offers 3 nights from £1320 on B&B basis booked through Abercrombie & Kent (01242 547 708, abercrombiekent.co.uk). The price includes accommodation, flights and private transfers. For further information about the hotel, please visit baglionihotels.com/ category/luna-hotel-baglioni-venice

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PROPERTY Living the dream

PEPYS ROAD SE14

ÂŁ1,450,000

Pedder: Community Promise

rare opportunity to secure this truly unique, four-bedroom Victorian family home. This property tastefully combines period character and charm throughout, with a contemporary and elegant finish for modern living. Featuring two bathrooms and a landscaped garden, the property spans an impressive 2516 sq. ft. It is conveniently situated close to Brockley, Nunhead and New Cross Gate stations.

KFH Peckham Rye 020 3792 4533 www.kfh.co.uk

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Hazel Lane, Greenwich SE10 Price £2,150 pcm Unfurnished • • • •

3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Wrap-around terrace Allocated parking

lettingsgreenwich@eu.jll.com | 020 8858 9986

• Close to transport links • Approx. 1,015 sq ft (94.3 sq m) • EPC: B Potential tenants are advised that administration fees may be payable when renting a property. Please visit jll.co.uk/fees for details.

Horizons Tower, Canary Wharf E14 Price £950 per week Furnished • • • •

2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Triplex penthouse apartment Concierge

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Gym Blackwall DLR - 0.3 miles Approx. 1,139 sq ft (108 sq m) EPC: B

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Dinsdale Road, Blackheath SE3 Guide price £860,000 Freehold • • • •

3 bedrooms Period terraced house Large south-facing garden Close to transport links

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Approx. 1,173 sq ft (109.1 sq m) Westcombe Park conservation area No onward chain EPC: C

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City Island, Leamouth Peninsula E14 Guide price £650,000 Leasehold • • • • • •

2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms 5th floor Balcony River views 24 hour concierge

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Residents gymnasium Heated outdoor pool Canning Town DLR Approx. 837 sq ft (78 sq m) EPC: B

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This rarely available five bedroom detached house is located in a private gated community close to Langley Schools and amenities. This 3,469 sq ft family home comprises of an open plan kitchen/diner, separate utility room, ground floor WC, study and a further two receptions. The master bedroom includes a three piece en suite and dressing area. Additionally there are four double bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room, the others with ‘Jack and Jill’ bathrooms.

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Five double bedrooms Detached house Detached garage Four receptions Kitchen/diner Three bathrooms Close to Langley Schools 3,469 sq ft EPC rating C

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£2,275,000

For sale for the first time in over 40 years, this six bedroom residence extends to almost 5,500 sq ft and offers great potential to redesign, extend or redevelop (STPP). Located on a private estate and set in the heart of a dual frontage 0.75 of an acre plot with attractively landscaped gardens.

For more information contact Chris Salt or Michelle Briley at Langford Russell T: 01689 882 988 • E: locksbottom@langfordrussell.co.uk • W: langfordrussell.co.uk

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The house with spectacular views.

Court Lane Gardens, Dulwich Village SE21 • Potential to add basement STTC • Mature south facing garden • Adjacent to Dulwich Park Court Lane Gardens is a highly desirable location within Dulwich Village. The property is ideally situated for the shops and amenities of the Village and sought-after state schools are on the doorstep, as are world-renowned independent options such as James Allen's Girls School, Alleyn's School and Dulwich College.

Guide price £2,595,000

Our Dulwich expert, Mitchell Murphy, looks forward to helping you. mitchell.murphy@knightfrank.com 020 3544 0534 07825 272 634

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The warehouse conversion.

Devon House, Southwark SE1 • Apartment benefits from a mezzanine level • Beautifully configured throughout • Approximately 979 years remaining on the lease Situated just off the busy and vibrant Borough High Street hotspot you are a short walk away from the iconic Borough Market and London Bridge areas. The Iconic Shard building and River Thames are also within close proximity.

Our Tower Bridge expert, Daniel Woods, looks forward to helping you. daniel.woods@knightfrank.com 020 8022 2963 07971 061036

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Connecting people & property, perfectly. Marlborough Road, Woolwich SE18 2

• Beautiful exposed brick and woodwork • Charming period building • Access to residents gym A duplex warehouse conversion with a wealth of character features. Guide price £575,000 Leasehold: approximately 981 years remaining

mark.ruffell@knightfrank.com

Deveraux House, Woolwich SE18 2

• Large balcony • Access to gym & swimming pool facilities • Excellent storage A brand new riverside apartment with views across The City and Canary Wharf. Guide price £440 per week Available furnished

marie.wale@knightfrank.com

All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. There will also be a £48 charge to register your deposit with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme if applicable. (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees. Knight Frank is a member of the ARLA Client Money Protection Scheme and our redress scheme for consumers is Property Redress Scheme.

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The ideal turn-key apartment.

Benbow House, SE1 • Floor to ceiling windows • Spacious open plan kitchen and reception room • Underground private parking • Private balcony overlooking Southbank

Your Tower Bridge expert, Jon Reynolds, looks forward to helping you. jon.reynolds@knightfrank.com 02080 222 963 07918 561 741

Benbow House is a fantastic bankside location in the heart of Southbank, surrounded by restaurants, bars and shops. With the Tate Modern, Globe Theatre and Borough Market all within walking distance.

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Guide price £825 per week

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Available furnished All potential tenants should be advised that, as well as rent, an administration fee of £288 and referencing fees of £48 per person will apply when renting a property. There will also be a £48 charge to register your deposit with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme if applicable. (All fees shown are inclusive of VAT.) Please ask us for more information about other fees that will apply or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk/tenantfees. Knight Frank is a member of the ARLA Client Money Protection Scheme and our redress scheme for consumers is Property Redress Scheme.

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DREAM The most luxuriously appointed properties on the market

ROYAL ARSENAL RIVERSIDE S E 1 8 , GUIDE ÂŁ600,0 0 0

stylish twobedroom, twobathroom duplex warehouse conversion situated within the new Royal Arsenal Riverside development. The property incorporates a wealth of character features including exposed brickwork. The property has an allocated parking space and residents have access to onsite leisure facilities, restaurants, bars and a 24-hour concierge service. KNIGHT FRANK Woolwich, 020 3641 7307 knightfrank.co.uk

ALLEYN PARK

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ffering spectacular views of the Dulwich College area, this property is a must-see. The front of the house has a sweeping gravel driveway, with parking for a number of cars. Inside, the ground floor features a wide entrance hall, which branches out to the other principal rooms. To the rear, there is a light, bright, open-plan kitchen/dining room with plenty of storage as well as a separate utility room. KNIGHT FRANK Dulwich, 020 3815 9417 knightfrank.co.uk 1

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PROPERTY • NEW TO THE MARKET

KNOLLYS ROAD

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CARSON ROAD

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beautifully finished fivebedroom house, offering modern open-plan living and period features. Situated moments from Streatham High Road, this property comprises a generous double reception room, large kitchen/diner and four bathrooms. The property also has a large cellar space and a mainsconnected outbuilding in the rear garden, which spans 100 sq. ft.

located in one of West Dulwich's most sought after residential roads is this exceptional six bedroom, double-fronted, Victorian family home. The property benefits from an abundance of natural light spread over three floors of flexible accommodation. It is ideally located for access to local transport, shopping amenities and a wide selection of excellent independent and state schools.

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West Norwood, 0208 702 9888 pedderproperty.com

West Dulwich, 020 3792 4548 kfh.co.uk

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stunning apartment with spacious open-plan living, complimented by high ceilings and a sumptuous private terrace. Beautifully presented, this property benefits from no forward chain and is set within delightful communal gardens. Positioned close to the Jubilee Line, one stop from Canary Wharf and two stops from London Bridge, it is the perfect spot for commuters with a young family.

OPEN-PLAN LIVING, COMPLIMENTED BY HIGH CEILINGS AND A SUMPTUOUS PRIVATE TERRACE

KFH

Canada Water, 020 3792 4486 kfh.co.uk

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Gone for a Run Lawrie Park Place

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The development is less than 500 metres from Crystal Palace Park, with its wide open spaces, Lawrie Park Crescent, Sydenham, iconic Victorian model dinosaurs, National Sports CentreSE26 and regular concerts and festivals.

PRICES FROM £1,095,000 A gated, boutique development of 27 contemporary four and five bedroom SHOW HOME OPEN 5 DAYS A WEEK - THUR-MON 10AM - 5PM houses close to Crystal Palace Park. Springfield Road, Sydenham, SE26 6HG

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PROPERTY • PEDDER COMMUNITY PROMISE

THE PEDDER GROUP The West Norwood Feast can also go along to Wingit, West Norwood’s open mic performance space for the under 21s. The Feast are also encouraging people to try and buy the bulk of their weekly shop whilst at visiting, by heading to the Fresh n’ Green area which includes fresh fruit and veg, locally sourced organic and free range meat, juices, pickles and preserves, and teas and coffees from around the world, as well as a tasty selection of sweet treats. Their aim is to encourage people to make the most of what SE27 has to offer across every spectrum, and to create a whole family day out of one visit. The next Feast will be held on October 7th and will have a Black History Month theme with African drumming workshops, spoken word by Uncle Errol and a talk by leading Black Historian Dr Angelina Osborne, where she will be discussing the contribution of African and Caribbean people in The Great War. Alongside the usual Feast treats, there will also be a dog show in conjunction with The London Animal Hospital in Camberwell so definitely something for everyone!

edder are proud to be a longstanding sponsor of The West Norwood Feast. This incredible community event, held on the first Sunday of every month from April-December, is a great example of local community volunteers coming together to celebrate their local area. Every month The Feast takes on a different theme, from Sport and Summer, to Black History Month, Literature, and of course a Christmas special! Come rain or shine, these community-led events have taken place for over seven years, with 5,000 people regularly turning up to

support SE27’s small businesses, food stalls and entertainment. The Feast prides itself on being more than just a food market; they are keen to make a real difference to the lives of local residents. Every month there is a Tea and Talk table at the Artisans’ Market, where VIPs (Very Important Pensioners) can enjoy a free hot drink and slice of cake, talk to the volunteers, enjoy their company, and most of all, encourage young people to make the most of what SE27 has to offer. They also run completely free children’s craft activities including pottery, t-shirt decoration, jewellery, apple pressing, gardening and art. Any budding performers

t Pedder we try to put something back into the local community by raising money for and contributing to local projects, schools, sports teams, art galleries and hospices. In 2017, The Pedder Group invested in excess of 10% of its annual profits into the South East London community. This level of support has been consistent for over 7 years. We also have a life partnership with Cancer Research UK – all of our staff partake in a variety of activities and events to raise money that is subsequently invested in preventative research across centres within South East London.

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Fox Hill, Crystal Palace £1,500,000

Pond Cottages, College Road

An exceptional ﬁve bedroom, halls-adjoining semi-detached family home positioned on arguably the most sought after road in Crystal Palace, moments from the station and the centre of town. EPC: E

Rarely available to the market, this charming Grade II listed cottage beneﬁts from feature such as newly ﬁtted kitchen, bathrooms and a delightful private landscaped garden measuring 38’. EPC: D

Please call our Crystal Palace oﬃce: 0208 702 9333

Please call our Dulwich Village oﬃce: 020 8702 8111

Mayall Road, Herne Hill £899,950

Stanstead Road, Forest Hill £325,000

A stunning example of a Mayall Road house which has undergone full renovation and been extended by its current owners. Located conveniently for Herne Hill & Brixtons mainline and tube stations. EPC: D

A wonderful one bedroom split level period conversion for sale in excellent condition. The property is within close proximity to Forest Hill, Honor Oak Park, Catford & Catford Bridge stations oﬀering fantastic transport links. EPC: C

Please call our Herne Hill oﬃce: 020 8702 9555

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Knollys Road, Streatham £1,275,000

Overhill Road, East Dulwich £1,100,000

A beautifully finished five bedroom house offering modern open plan living with beautiful period features. The ground floor comprises of a generous double reception room and large kitchen/diner. EPC: D

Over 2,000 sq ft, a substantial four bedroom family home with a fully functioning work studio, two roof terraces, oﬀ street parking and a private, secluded garden. EPC: C

Please call our West Norwood oﬃce: 0208 702 9888

Please call our East Dulwich: 020 8702 8222

Victor Road, Sydenham OIEO £599,950

Hazel House, Crofton Park £400,000

A charming 1868 cottage set in the Alexandra Conservation area. Oﬀering front and rear gardens and a roof terrace. Close to Penge East and West stations. EPC: D

A beautifully presented two bedroom ﬂat for Sale. Arranged over two ﬂoors this spacious purpose built property has been completely refurbished to a stylish yet elegant standard. EPC: D

Please call our Sydenham oﬃce: 020 8702 9777

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Cleeve Hill, Forest Hill £2,200 Per Calendar Month

Harold Road, Upper Norwood £2,300 Per Calendar Month

Central Hill, Crystal Palace £1,650 Per Calendar Month

A refurbished four bedroom split level maisonette located approximately just 0.5 miles from Forest Hill station the property oﬀers fantastic transport. EPC: E

A spacious four bedroom, semi-detached house tucked away at the top of sought after Harold Road, oﬀering excellent access to central Crystal Palace and Gipsy Hill station. EPC: C

An immaculate and very spacious two double bedroom top ﬂoor conversion with private garden. Finished to a high standard throughout. EPC: D

Please call our Forest Hill oﬃce: 020 8702 9444

Please call our Crystal Palace oﬃce: 0208 702 9333

Lacon Road, East Dulwich £3,850 Per Calendar Month

South Croxted Road, Dulwich £1,400 Per Calendar Month

Lawrie Park Road, Sydenham £1,600 Per Calendar Month

A recently refurbished ﬁve bedroom home with an extended eat-in family kitchen, secluded garden & private roof terrace. EPC: D

A first floor Victorian apartment available to rent in Dulwich. Comprising of two double bedrooms, lounge/ dining room, fitted kitchen, bathroom and separate WC. EPC: E

A ground ﬂoor maisonette oﬀering 953 sq/ft of accommodation. Including two receptions, three bedrooms, kitchen, bathroom and a shared garden. EPC: E

Please call our East Dulwich oﬃce: 020 8702 8222

Please call our Dulwich Village oﬃce: 020 8702 8111

Please call our Sydenham oﬃce: 020 8702 9777

Rattray Road, Brixton £3,250 Per Calendar Month

Chichester Mews, West Norwood £1,375 Per Calendar Month

Henryson Road, Crofton Park £1,750 Per Calendar Month

Pedder are delighted to oﬀer this stunning four bedroom family property to rent on Rattray Road with easily access to both Brixton and Herne Hill Station stations. EPC: E

A charming two bedroom Mews house with garden To Let in a popular location on the boarders of West Norwood and Streatham. EPC: C

An exceptionally large three bedroom flat to rent. Set over two floors of a 1930’s period house, this property offers excellent proportions throughout. EPC: D

Please call our Herne Hill oﬃce: 020 8702 9555

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Lawrie Park Crescent, SE26 Starting from £1,095,000

Green Lane, SW16 Starting from £475,000

A gated, boutique development of 27 contemporary 4&5 bedroom houses closes to Crystal Palace Park. The generously proportioned houses are built in a traditional style brick, and every house had its own front and read garden along with two parking spaces or a garage.

A contemporary development of three 1 & 2 bed ﬂats, located in Streatham. Only 5 minute walk away from Norbury Mainline station connecting straight into central London.

New Homes: 020 8702 9999

Zion Place, CR7 Starting from £549,950

Oakhurst Grove, SE22 Starting from £399,999

With only 2, 3 bedroom houses remaining, Zion Park is situated within a private gated setting. The houses oﬀer spacious living areas, private gardens and oﬀ street parking. Only a 9 minutes’ walk Thornton Heath Station. Available on Help to Buy.

No.Sixty-Seven is an Exclusive Collection of nine 1 & 2 bedroom Contemporary Apartments. Each apartment has been designed to provide residents with the beneﬁts of modern living whilst preserving and enhancing the traditional look and feel of the build. The apartments are located on Oakhurst Grove - a quiet residential street in East Dulwich.

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