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EDITORS LETTER
ts our birthday. Absolutely is one year old this month.

We launched in October 2011 and now, a whole year
later, weve come a long way. Once wed recovered
from all those Absolutely cocktails (thank you, Beach
Blanket Babylon, Babicka and everyone who came), we set to
the task of producing magazines and over the past 12 issues
we have made lots of friends, eaten and drunk our way around
the area, styled some fabulous fashion shoots and been to
lots of glamorous parties, always returning dutifully to
type it all up and send the pages to the printer on time.
Oh, and weve gained a whole new family of
Absolutelys along the way. As well as the original
Notting Hill and Kensington titles, we now have an
entire sisterhood of magazines. There are Absolutelys
in Chelsea, Fulham, Battersea and Clapham, Putney
and Wandsworth, Chiswick and West now, all of them
just as stylish as the original.
This month, we celebrate ballet with Mark Elie, chat
with Rachel Johnson about life at The Lady, discuss novel
writing with Bridget ODonnell, talk food with Bill Granger
and swoon over Simon Uptons fabulous warehouse home,
among lots of other things.
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WATCH THAT MAN

Much excitement surrounds the announcement
of next years exhibition about David Bowie at the
V&A. Displaying hundreds of items from the stars
personal collection, exhibits include Aladdin Sanes
striped bodysuit, pictured, designed by Kansai
Yamamoto in 1974. Roll on March 2013. vam.ac.uk
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SURREAL
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Barnaba Fornasettis
beautiful Lux Gstaad
chair in wood is printed,
lacquered and painted
by hand, and on show
in Westbourne Grove.
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PLATE PERFECT
You cant beat minimalist

tableware, Finnish style, and Iittalas
new Sarjaton range is the ultimate in
unshowy craftsmanship. Muted colours,
quiet details and tactile embossed china
make up the range that spans mugs, plates
and bowls in a variety of sizes, all of it both
beautiful and functional. Skandium.com
FARES PLEASE
SWEETNESS
AND LIGHT
We are hankering after Tom
Dixons impressive Etch Web
lampshade, which claims to
be the ultimate shadow play
pendant and features a repeated
irregular pentagon shape forming
a perfect sphere. Mathematically,
its amazing. And it looks nice too.
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Weve just discovered

the range of Bus Stop
memorabilia and
being old enough
to remember the
boutique itself,
we are entitled
to wear this stylishly
commemorative
silk scarf. Even if we werent,
we would anyway.
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STREET ART
LITTLE DARLINGS
The new House by John

Lewis range of all things for
the home includes a gallery
of ready-to-hang artworks
and photographic prints,
among them this image of
Lancaster Road by Ingrid
Rasmussen. Is this your
house? johnlewis.com
Little Ducklings new collection for

children combines 70s nostalgia
(dungarees, chunky knits, muted
shades) with a feel of the Wild West
(cowboy print babygros, cords
chequered shirts). Dresses are
full of delightful details with
contrast piping and mother
of pearl buttons, while
a new range of tights
in complementary
shades completes
the collection.
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HOT SHOT
We are loving Lavazzas limited edition fashion coffee tins, featuring
designs by Marni, Roberto Cavalli, Missoni, Etro, Versace and
Moschino. Especially Roberto Cavallis wild graffiti-splashed
leopard. And theyre only 10 if you can get your hands on one,
that is. Lavazza.com
PRINCESS WALLPAPER
Discussing Diana with Lucy Worsley led us
to discover the beautiful Julie Verhoevenillustrated Diana wallpaper on display at
the Kensington Palace Diana: Glimpses of
a Modern Princess exhibition, which traces
her transformation from shy, flouncilyattired 19-year-old to the sleek clotheshorse
she would become.
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EYE KNOW
Claire Goldsmith, granddaughter of
spectacle legend Oliver Goldsmith,
designs her own range of glasses in
All Saints Road and theres absolutely
no question that hers are the most
stylish specs in the area. Myopia rocks.
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V&A
The V&As autumn exhibition

explores the central role
costume design plays in cinema
storytelling. Bringing together
over 100 of the most iconic movie
costumes from across a century
of film-making, it is a once-in-alifetime opportunity to see the
clothes worn by unforgettable
and beloved characters such as
Dorothy Gale, Indiana Jones,
Scarlett OHara, Jack Sparrow,
Holly Golightly and Darth Vader.
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ELLIE DAVIS: INTO THE WOODS

5 OCTOBER TO 17 NOVEMBER
RICHARD YOUNG GALLERY
With this collection of 24 photographs Ellie

Davies captures the mystery and intrigue of
ancient forests by creating minimally disruptive
woodland installations that transform the natural
into the fanciful. She works mostly alone in the
woodland to become fully attuned and engulfed
by the atmosphere of each individual setting. She
performs small acts of engagement by painstakingly
crafting and arranging her chosen materials within
the natural world and then documenting her
intervention with photography.
4 Holland Street, W8
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October
PAINTINGS BY ANNABEL
MENHENEOTT
UNTIL 27 OCTOBER
CALKEN GALLERY
Menheneotts bright canvases are

striking and she says: The subject
matter of my paintings is influenced
by the ever changing and evolving
landscape which provides me with
a library of colour, movement and
atmosphere. Some convey a feeling of
emptiness and vastness whilst others
suggest a feeling of calm.
117 Kensington Church Street, W8
020 7998 6446; calkengallery.com
ABDERAHIM YAMOU:
WORKING FROM LIFE
THROUGHOUT OCTOBER
THE MOSAIC ROOMS
PORTOBELLO PORTRAITS
30 OCTOBER TO 4 NOVEMBER
TABERNACLE GALLERY
Portobello Portraits explores the diverse

and fascinating group of people who have
congregated around Portobello. Gill Bradleys
commissioned portraits are mostly a modest
A6 size and capture the sitter well.
Powis Square, W11, tabernaclew11.com
Leading contemporary Moroccan artist

Abderrahim Yamou presents Working
From Life, an exhibition of his paintings
showcased at the Mosaic Rooms. The
collection of images is inspired by
the natural world, organic processes,
continuity and change and the tensions
and instabilities of boundaries and of
spaces in between. Having studied
biology, Yamou shows how the sciences
and arts fuse together to create distinct
pieces of artwork.
Tower House, 226 Cromwell Road,
SW5; mosaicrooms.org
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BAREFACED THEATRE
4 TO 31 OCTOBER
PORTOBELLO POP UP
Three new plays performed

under the Westway. Mad Women
explores the perceived madness
of writers Mary Shelley, Emily
Dickinson, Charlotte Perkins
Gilman and Virginia Woolf;
Whore is a bold, innovative
insight into four of historys most
interesting prostitutes and All
Hidden charts the stories of two
female spies from the present
and past. The season focuses
on women who have helped
themselves and have strived to
succeed in what they were good
at in immersive, innovative and
provocative pieces of theatre.
Acklam Road, W10;
barefacedtheatre.com
JOAN RIVERS: THE

NOW OR NEVER TOUR
22 OCTOBER
ROYAL ALBERT HALL
Join an entertainment legend for

an evening of no holds barred,
eccentric comedy; for one night
only, Joan Rivers will swing into
town during her UK nationwide
tour. Side-splittingly funny and
mind-shatteringly blunt, we love
her unique blend of comedy.
Kensington Gore, SW7. For
tickets, call 0844 338 0000
or visit bookingsdirect.com.
For further information,
call 0845 401 5045 or visit
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BRANDING JAMES BOND

24 OCTOBER
MUSEUM OF BRANDS
Book your seat at the exclusive Branding James Bond

lecture, an Inside Out Festival event. James Bond,
Batman and Harry Potter arent just film characters,
theyre brands too. With branding and movies
so intertwined, what does this mean for our film
industry? Dr Finola Kerrigan of Kings College London
and Daragh OReilly from University of Sheffield
reveal their findings to this very question. Pick their
brains in the Q&A session that follows. 10 tickets
include entry to the Museum and a drink. 6pm.
2 Colville Mews, W11, 020 7908 0880;
museumofbrands.com
THE BEGINNINGS OF LIFE
CASA DE CAO
DEBUT CONTEMPORARY ART
SPORTING CLUB OF LISBON
13 OCTOBER
18 OCTOBER
Artist and social commentator Thomas William Dowdeswell will

be showcasing a live art installation The Beginnings Of Life in
the window of Debut Contemporary. Watch the artist cracking
eggs and pouring milk into a fi sh tank as he raises questions about
how we consume our basic foodstuffs and contemporary art.
82 Westbourne Grove, W2, 020 7221 1651
debutcontemporary.com
Medium Rare returns with everybodys favourite

variety show, featuring cabaret acts, short films,
table top roller skaters, trapeze artists, opera, magic,
live music and comedy, with past acts including the
incomparable ventriliquist Nina Conti (pictured).
Casa de Cao is set to be a new regular fixture.
27 Elkstone Road W10
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Holland Park is the new home of hellraiserturned-sober artist Ronnie Wood, whose
major retrospective continues in Mayfair.
The show includes paintings, sketches,
handwritten lyrics and painted guitars, giving
a comprehensive insight into Wood, the bands
and the rock legends he has associated with
over five decades. Woods striking paintings
are popular with collectors including
Bill Clinton. The show continues until
9 November at 34 Bruton Street W1.
Agenda
This months highlights
T IM E PLE A SE
Sir Terence Conran, along with leading

architects and designers, buried a time
capsule in the foundations of the new Design
Museum building at the Commonwealth
Institute. Conran contributed an iPhone,
a tin of sardines and a bottle of Burgundy,
while architect John Pawson added a
miniature Wegner Wishbone chair, Sir Paul
Smith a collection of his own London 2012
Olympic stamps, Margaret Howell a picture
of Battersea Power Station and Thomas
Heatherwick a standard light bulb.
TAU RUS T R A K K E R
West London blues punks Taurus Trakker

are Martin Muscatt and Allison Phillips,
who are building an international fan
network from their Ladbroke Grove
base. Music-wise, their credentials are
solid, with Muscatts cousin Mick Jones
producing their work. Their new EP A
Rakket U Trust is out now, along with
a free download at facebook.com/
taurustrakkerband.
OUT SIDE CH A NCE
RANKIN
The wholesome, outdoorsy types at Pedlars have published

a guide to life called The Great Outdoors. Its full of
invaluable advice on subjects ranging from how to skin a
pheasant, to how to build a tree house, to how to pickle a
walnut, alongside tips on keeping warm in tents, building
rafts and tying different kinds of knots. Its all quite cutesy,
in true Pedlars style, and is just the thing for urbanites
who fancy themselves as survivors in the wilderness, or
even just successful festival-goers. 16.99; pedlars.co.uk
DA R K K N IGHT
NW6-based author Ali Knight returns with her second novel, a fast-paced thriller that
puts her work firmly in the crime genre. The First Cut is a compelling rollercoaster of
a story, featuring a handsome stranger with a tumbledown family estate, a journalist
whose marriage is shaky, an unsolved murder in the past and a network of hit
men. Theres a hefty dose of ultraviolence too, plus the inevitable though totally
unpredictable final twist, coming after a nail-biting chase through busy Notting Hill
streets during Carnival. Cleverly plotted and deeply sinister, this is a gripping read.
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Portobello
Performance
The brilliant Portobello Pop Up
becomes home to the Barefaced
Theatre group during October
ollowing on from the

amazing success of the
Portobello Pop Ups
various film festivals
and screenings,
Barefaced Theatre is now taking
over the homemade digital Microplex
cinema, nestled under the Westway,
for the whole of October. It makes
the perfect setting for Barefaceds
first repertory season, as they will
be experimenting with both video
art and animation throughout all the
productions. Barefaced is a Londonbased theatre company producing
ambitious and accessible theatre
that invites audiences to expand
their imaginations, employing a
Emily Dickinson, the 19th

century American whose
poems reached far beyond
the confines of her reclusive
life; the utopian feminist
Charlotte Perkins Gilman,
plagued by depression,
whose story The Yellow
Wallpaper highlighted the
horrors of confinement for
women termed mad; and
Virginia Woolf, the modernist
genius whose own demons would
eventually consume her.
All Hidden is a brand new
play that charts the stories of two
courageous women; Eileen Nearne
was an SOE during the Second
Barefaced focuses on strong

storytelling, strong physicality
and strong womens roles
theatre style that subverts audience
expectations and questions the world
around us. Barefaced focuses on
strong storytelling, strong physicality
and strong womens roles, both on and
off stage.
This project revolves around three
new plays: Mad Women, Whore, and
All Hidden and the season focuses on
women who have helped themselves
and have strived to succeed in what
they were good at. These are going
to be immersive, innovative and
provocative pieces of theatre.
Mad Women examines the
perceived madness of Mary Shelley,
whose sensational personal life
and the loss of her children found
release in her novel Frankenstein;
World War and Sophie Walker works

as an intelligence officer within MI5
today. The play conjoins the worlds
of these female spies. Alongside this
one act play, presented as a double
bill, will be the Scratch Beneath
Festival exploring what happens
when new artists scratch beneath
the surface of their potential to
bring new ideas out into the world
and present them as a mini show.
This includes First Night by Pete
Maxey, Halb Welt Kultur: The
life of the Weimar Girls performed
by Stephanie Hampton, Postcards
from Medea by Jose Gandia, The
Lemons, written and performed by
Lowri Jenkins plus Celyn Ebenezer
performs her eerie one-woman show.
Whore is a re-imagined version

of Barefaceds previous play of the
same name. It is a bold, daring
insight into four of historys most
interesting prostitutes. Meet
Theresa Berkley, a 19th Century
Dominatrix, Marie Duplessis, a
famous French courtesan, Polly
Adler, a New York 1920s brothel
madam with heavy links to the
mob, and Valerie Solanas, American
prostitute turned Warhol assassin.
A Significant Role a season of
three new plays in repertory
By Barefaced Theatre 4 31 October
Portobello Pop Up, 3 Acklam Road,
W10 5TY
(Times vary performing most nights.)
All Tickets 10
During the intervals there is a bar,
where wine will be supplied by
Griffenwell Wines, serving both red
and white wine at 4 per large glass.
www.griffinwell.com
Online booking
www.eventelephant.com/madwomen
www.eventelephant.com/BarefacedWhore
www.eventelephant.com/allhiddenandscratch
www.barefacedtheatre.com
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A REAL
PRINCESS
Absolutely quizzes Lucy Worsley, chief curator of the

Historic Royal Palaces and televisions favourite female
historian about Kensington Palaces recent makeover
What is your favourite room in
Kensington Palace?
Id say the Kings Grand Staircase.
It has walls and ceiling decorated
in the 1720s by the painter William
Kent with 40 portraits of real-life
servants who worked at the court
of George I. Its fascinating to come
face-to-face with all these intriguing
characters from below-stairs, who
include the kings Turkish valet, the
princesss milliner, and a feral child
called Peter the Wild Boy who was
kept at court as a kind of human pet.
With which of the historical
Kensington Princesses do you
most identify?
Without a doubt, Queen Caroline
(1683-1737). Wife of George II and
completely underestimated, she
was the fattest, funniest, jolliest
and cleverest Queen Consort that
weve ever had, and was Princess
of Wales before that. She grew up in
Germany, and was a great supporter
of scientists and philosophers. She
actually found the conventional
duties of a princess a bit boring,
and would invite all sorts of lively
and unusual people to her court to
cheer her up. She died horribly but
bravely, suffering from an umbilical

hernia which took ten days to
destroy her stomach.
What about your favourite dress
from Dianas collection?
My favourite is a dark-green
velvet sleeveless evening dress by
Catherine Walker, which we bought
at auction for our dress collection
a few years ago. Its something the
Princess of Wales wore only on
private occasions, which makes
it a bit special. You can see her
wearing it for the last time in the
famous photoshoot she did in 1997
for Vanity Fair with Mario Testino,
just before auctioning all her party
dresses for charity.
Since the refurbishment, more
objects are now on display.
Where were they all kept before?
Is there a royal loft full of
discarded ephemera?
Aha well, what you see on display
is still only part of the collection
belonging to Historic Royal Palaces
and The Royal Collection, a vast
pool of art, artefacts and costume.
Those not on display at any
particular moment are kept neatly
in museum-type storage facilities:

all carefully numbered so that
they can be retrieved when their
moment in the spotlight comes. Its
a privilege to delve into the stores.
But rest assured, the very best
things are out on display.
The palace refurbishment cost
12 million. What was the most
expensive thing?
Works to the building itself. We have
a grand new entrance leading into allnew public areas like the caf, shop,
ticket office and education suite. This
was where our scruffy, back-of-house
offices used to be.
Are there any palace ghosts?
Mm, there are lots of stories about
ghosts, but that doesnt mean that
I can guarantee youll see any
actual spooks during your visit to
Kensington Palace Im afraid. One
particularly long-standing story
concerns the unhappy George II,
who mopes around the Clock Tower,
complaining that he wants to go
back home to Germany where
he was born.
hrp.org.uk
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ABSOLUTELY
Social
Reporting from all the

best parties in our area
PARTY IN PARADISE
Amber Le Bon and Kids Company hosted a party for Paradise by

Way of Kensal Greens fifth anniversary. Guests including Laura
Bailey were seen dancing away to DJ sets by Ben Bridgewater and
Dan Lywood before the Rizzle Kicks boys rolled up and shook up
the dance floor. The main attraction of the night was the Mini photo
booth, in an actual mini.
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DAMILOLA ODUSOYE
KIRSTY SAPSFORD
ANU SAMARUUTEL
STYLE
ICONS
JUDY SALE
ABSOLUTELY
JOE CHEN
Social
Debut Contemporarys
Stylish September
private view attracted
a super stylish crowd
as usual to see a
diverse range of work at
this Westbourne
Grove gallery.
Reporting from all the

best parties in our area
BIG SCREAM
Westbourne Studios
celebrated the launch of
Rock & Roll F***k nLovely,
a dark and fantastical
touring tale where rocknroll
turns into a nightmare.
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THE LOOK
Absolutelys favourite catwalk trend
TEMPE
RLEY LO
NDON
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12-13
Diane von Furstenberg,

Victoria fox fur trim coat,
899; harrods.com
Zara Embroidered
handbag, 39.99;
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Sophie Gittins Gold

mary janes, 345;
sophiegittins.com
Alice By Temperley
Silk-chiffon shirt, 325;
net-a-porter.com
Russian
Doll
Lanvin Draped lam

gown, 3,770;
net-a-porter.com
Inspired by Keira Knightley in Anna

Karenina, we are wrapping up in
statement pieces and sparkles
Sermoneta
Ladies gloves, 79.95;
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Tomassa Tanzanite and

diamond ring, 11,000;
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Bundle Maclaren
Kitty hat, 88;
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Roger Vivier Satin

ribbon sandals, 704.97;
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FASHION NOTES
DIGITA L AGE
London-based designer
Emma Cook is known for
her impressive digital prints
and the new collection,
on the rails at Merchant
Archive, is all about photomontages. With inspirations
including nature and the
surreal, Cooks signature is
instantly recognisable and
quirkily likeable.
Central Saint Martins
graduate Emma Cook
worked for Donna Karan
and Martine Sitbon before
launching her own label.
Merchant Archive,
19 Kensington Park
Road, W11
merchantarchive.com
C AMO
We are
coveting this
silk Sylvia
Mina Camo
print blouse
from Whistles,
whose
Westbourne
Grove store
has had a
stylish refit.
Were coveting
the entire
collection,
in fact.
whistles.co.uk
BA ILE YS BAGS
Model Laura Bailey has been an ambassador for Radley for two
seasons and now she has turned her hand to designing. Her new
collection of bags includes this Aubrey clutch in tan, with its antique
dog-clip clasp fastening and soft leather feel. radley.co.uk
V ISIONS A ND DECISIONS
Fashion Visions and Decisions is a new and eclectic sale that comes to the 20th
Century Theatre this month. There will be vintage pieces dating from the 18th
century to the 20th century, spanning museum quality stock as well as the cheap
and cheerful, plus a bold collection of 1980s-influenced bags by Black Tangerine,
wearable art from Carole Waller, unusual pieces from Swedish fashion house
Ewa I Walla, chic styles from Semon Cashmere and recycled funky furs
from 2nd To None. 20th Century Theatre, 291 Westbourne Grove, W11;
07803 033629, 11 &12 October; entry 5 donation to Kids Company
ABSOLUTELY LOVES...
COATS Five of the best
MICROTREND
Aubin and Wills,

Threddingworth coat
350
aubinandwills.com
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Isabel Marant, Fergie

suede collarless coat
2,420
matchesfashion.com
Sophie Hulme, Knitsleeve wool coat 679

other-shop.com
Givenchy, Bi-colour
detachable-sleeve
coat 2,645
matchesfashion.com ,
Freda, Elise shearling

coat, 1,600
fredafashion.com
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27/09/2012 15:35
BUS STOP
STYLE
Lee Benders Bus Stop boutique defined a decade in
Kensington Church Street and now the W11-based
designer has launched a range of memorabilia
alongside a new gallery of illustrations
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right red and

unmissable,
Bus Stops stylish
boutique
reigned on
Kensington Church
Street from 1969
to 1979, serving
Londons new
fashion-loving public
with a fast-changing
array of threads
and ephemera.
This was the
beginning of
throwaway
fashion, in
an innocent
way, when the
concept of
disposable was exciting,
not unethical. And fuelling
the whole industry was
Lee Benders unstoppable
design talent and her then
husband Cecils textile
factory, where everything was
made fast and cheap. The shop
ran out of stock on its first day of

trading, and reopened with refilled
rails the next day.
Bender worked on her designs
in a studio behind the shop, and
everything in the shop was
hers. Belts, jewellery, scarves
and all the clothes. Bus Stop
pioneered the revivals of
Fair Isle knits and
tartan; it
went through
phases of
jumpsuits
and culottes,
military and safari,
asymmetrical tops
and 1940s shoulders,
bikinis, Op Art and
florals, cheesecloth and
seersucker, fake fur and
satin as well as countless
other crazes over the
course of its ten-year reign.
Fast forward to 2012
and while Bus Stop is long
gone, Bender is still in Notting Hill.
She had all but forgotten about
Bus Stop until the V&A showed

some interest a few years ago, and
she went through her cuttings to
produce a book. But shes very
unsentimental, and doesnt care
for nostalgia. She says: Its not my
thing to keep clothes. Ive always
been interested in the future, not
the past. And like most people who
make something, I get embarrassed
by my own things so I never kept
anything. The V&A would have
held an exhibition about Bus Stop,
if shed had the clothes, but she
never kept any, so they didnt.
These days, she continues
to pursue her original passion,
illustration and has started selling
a range of prints online. She has
also, uncharacteristically, launched
a range of Bus Stop memorabilia
spanning t-shirts, mugs, aprons
and scarves, because the legacy
of Bus Stop continues.
leebender.co.uk
All prints, vintage and current,
available to buy at
busstoplondon.co.uk
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A new
leaf
Autumn shades are
bright and bold
PHOTOGRAPHY: MIREIA GRAU
STYLIST: OLIVIA MONTARDIT
Blouse, 1100, Christian Dior; Jersey,

600, Kenzo; Skirt, 208, Tara Jarmon;
Scarf, 450, Herms; Ruffle, 35, B&L;
Socks, 16, Burlington
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Jersey, 500, Isabel Marant;

Cardigan, 275, Aggabarti;
Trousers, 450, Kenzo; Scarf,
450, Herm; Belt, 325, Loewe;
Scarf, 270, Versace
27/09/2012 15:38
Swimsuit Lisa Maree 145

Jersey,
1190,Farrow
Cline;
Husky,
Sunglasses
Linda
Luxe
127
Sandro; Lorenzi
Skirt, 198,
Shoes265,
Gianmarco
585
Tara Jarmon;
310,
BraceletScarf,
Azuni
66
Versace; Belt, 670, Herms ,
Shoes, POA, Sixty Seven
Socks as before
27/09/2012 15:38
Blouse, 850, Cline;

Trousers, 459, True Royal;
Bow, 190, Herms Vintage;
Stole, 85, Coralia Leets;
Ring, POA, Essential; Shoes,
213, Saffir
27/09/2012 15:38
Blouse, 274, Diane VonFurstenberg; Cardigan,

POA; Belt, POA, Essentiel; Trousers, 284,
Tara Jarmon; Shoes, 275, Chie Mihara; Right
Arm Bracelet, 69, Azuni
STOCKISTS
Cline celine.com
Herms www.hermes.com
Tara Jarmon my-wardrobe.com
Burlington www.burlingtonsocks.com
Isabel Marant www.net-a-porter.com
Aggabarti www.aggabartiwebstore.com
Loewe www.loewe.com
Versace www.versace.com
Sandro www.sandro-paris.co.uk
True Royal www.farfetch.com
Coralia Leets www.coralialeets.com
Essentiel www.essentiel.be
Diane Von Furstenburg www.uk.dvf.com
Chie Mihara www.chiemihara.com
Saffir www.solestruck.com
Stella McCartney www.stellamccartney.com
CREDITS
Photographer:
Mireia Grau
Stylist:
Olivia Montardit
Make-up, hair and nails
Ruben Marmol
Model
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27/09/2012 15:39
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LORD
OF THE
DANCE
Mark Elie is one of the worlds few
black ballet dancers. As he celebrates
20 years of Portobello Dance,
he tells Pendle Harte his story
he world of ballet is
drama-filled. Have you
seen Black Swan? Its
a very good portrayal,
says Mark Elie,
laughing. Hes clearly not the kind to
be brought down by any ballerina
behaviour, though. Elie oozes
charisma and confidence and in
the tough world of dance, hes
been a stand-out contender since
he started out as a youngster.
Which is all the more unusal
because Elie is black, and ballet
is a very white world.
The English National Ballet has
two black dancers out of a total
of 64; the Bolshoi Ballet has not a
single black dancer in its troupe
of 218. There are even fewer
black women in ballet than there
are men, and this is a scenario
that Elie has been working to
change, with his Clasically British
platform, for a decade.
Elie is a Portobello personality.
Often to be spotted cycling through
the market, you can immediately
tell by his poise that hes a dancer.
Hes got that natural grace, the
elegant gesture. Elie was quite

clearly born to dance and this
month he is celebrating 20 years
of his Portobello Dance School,
and ten years of his organisation
Clasically British, both of them
based at the Tabernacle, which is
where we meet. Elie orders muesli
at a sunny table outside and and
puts on his sunglasses. I love the
Tabernacle. Its my foundation. I call
it the little mans Albert Hall, he
gushes. Every Saturday, his dance
school attracts 150 people aged
from three to adult to Powis Square
and over the past two decades he
has taught young dancers who
have gone on to perform all over
the world. Among them is Kym
Alexander (pictured overleaf)
who is currently completing an
apprenticeship with Ballet Rambert
and tipped for future stardom.
Now aged 52, Elie gave up
dancing over 10 years ago to focus
on teaching and choreography. As
a rare black man in an industry
made up mostly of white women,
his journey has been an unusual
one. Having grown up in a childrens
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home in Little Venice,

where he spent his
time dancing in front
of the television, a
supportive aunt took
him to audition at
Ballet Rambert, and
he was accepted
with a scholarship.
But it wasnt easy
because not only
was I the only boy
in the class, but the
only black child
too, he says. And I had never seen
a black ballerina. Plus, I wasnt
academic and at my normal primary
school I was what they would refer
to as artistically-minded. Not in a
complimentary way. Elie has been
on a mission to promote dance for
young people ever since, espcially
black boys who would not often be
encouraged to take up ballet. Why
are there no black people in ballet?
Its not something he has a clear answer
for. Theres no tradition of it. Ballet shoes
come in peachy flesh colours. The industry
is insular. Can you immediately tell who
has talent? Oh yes. Even among the
three year-olds, you can always tell.
Do dancers really have to start that young?
They say it takes ten years to make a
dancer. So usually they should start
when theyre eight.
Elies talent for dance was obvious to
everyone and after Rambert he went to the
Dance Theatre of Harlem, where he was
no longer the only black man and found
lots of role models from the international
world of dance. From there, Elies dance
involvement in musicals has
included The Wiz,
Mutiny on the
Bounty, Joseph
and Y, while his
choreography
has spanned
television,
motion pictures,
pop promos
and fashion
shows. Having
travelled the
world dancing,
he returned to
London to work
with his mentor
Carol Straker. The Carol Straker
Academy began to highlight the
lack of clasically trained black
British dancers, and the fact that
there were no black British stars
at all in the entire world of ballet, a
subject that was widely negelcted
in the idustry. Theres an
organisation called Ballet Black,
but most of the dancers there
are American. I was interested
in the lack of black British dancers, so I
used Black History Month as a platform to
address it and launched Clasically British
in 2002. Clasically British has promoted
and encouraged black dancers ever since.
Elie stopped actuall dancing in his late
30s,. He wanted to go out on a high. I had
seen dancers being rude and disrespectful
about my hero Rudolf Nureyev in his later
days and I didnt want to go there. Id done
everything, I wasnt sad. But fit, youthful
and graceful, Elie is still going strong.
Happy Birthday to his organisations.
I was the only boy

in the class, and I
had never seen a
black ballerina
A BIRTHDAY
PERFORMANCE
Portobello Dance and Clasically British
are celebrating their anniversaries with
a special performance at the Tabernacle
on 25 October. The event includes
neo-classical ballet set to music as
diverse as classical, pop, rnb, hiphop, ambient and techno. with senior
students from Portobello Dance as well
as ethnic minority British dancers and
choreographers. There will be short
films, a photographic exhibition, a Q&A
session and live performance.
6.30 for 7.30pm, 25 October , The
Tabernacle. Tickets 10 on the door.
Dress rehearsal 12.30 for 1.30pm, 5.
portobellodance.org.uk
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gallery
CALKEN gallery is renowned for its emphasis

on figurative bronze sculpture, and is home to
the exquisite artwork of Royal Academy,
Landseer Prize winning sculptor, Michael Talbot.
The sculpture is presented in relaxing, elegant
surroundings, together with a refreshing
variety of paintings from established and
emerging artists.
The gallery is situated in Kensington Church
Street, one of Londons destination streets and
only a short walk from neighbouring Kensington
Palace and Kensington Gardens.
117 Kensington Church Street London W8 7LN

Telephone: +44 (0)20 7998 6446
Email: info@calkengallery.com
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A WOMANS WORK:
Bridget
ODonnell
A new series on womens working lives.
Bridget ODonnell, novelist, NW10
INTERVIEW LINDSAY BAKER PORTRAIT EMMA HARPIN
s she sits in the airy study

of her Kensal Rise home,
surrounded by books and
research material, Bridget
ODonnell looks every inch the
established author. In fact, Inspector
Minahan Makes a Stand is her
debut book, and for years, she was
a secret writer, unwilling to admit
even to herself that writing was what
she really wanted to do. She had
already forged a glittering career as
a producer and director in television
and radio when she finally decided to
walk away from it. It must have been
a hard decision.
I just thought, its
now or never.
I kept thinking of the
quote from Strictly
Ballroom, she recalls
with a laugh, A life
lived in fear is a life
half-lived, and I kept telling myself,
Im not chicken.
At the time she was pregnant
with her first child so it felt like a
natural moment for a change of
direction, and fortunately she was
able to take the cushion of voluntary
redundancy. First, she went about
converting the attic into a study,
complete with a solid oak desk from
eBay and an elegant, mid-century
Ernest Race armchair. I knew if I
created a space for me then things
would lead on from that. She wrote
a play, Lie Back In Anger, that was
staged in a three-week run at the
Union Theatre in Southwark in 2006.
That meant I had to admit to my
secret ambition. I had been afraid

people would laugh but they didnt.
She then went on to complete an
MA at City University in creative
non-fiction writing, and now, here
she is, the proud author of Inspector
Minahan, just published by Picador.
The book tells the remarkable
and true story of a heroic
policeman who exposed the white
slave trade of young girls in the
1880s. With sex trafficking, police
corruption, terrorist bombs and a
tabloid war all at the centre of the
story, there are many contemporary
pubs like the Man In The Moon in

the Kings Road feature along with
several notorious high-class brothels
near the Chelsea Arts Club. There
is even a Notting Hill figure, Henry
Varley, a preacher who opened the
Tabernacle to house his followers.
While writing the book, Bridget
immersed herself completely in
19th-century life, though was always
happy when she came up for air
to find herself in modern-day west
London. She is a big fan of Portobello
and the boutiques on Westbourne
Grove, and she loves Kensal Rise. Its
endlessly creative
and surprising, and
also supportive,
all the mums at
the school are
doing something
interesting
there are artists,
designers, photographers. Its a
friendly place.
With Inspector Minahan already
generating a buzz, plus her partner,
Jes Wilkins, with a busy career in
TV (he is co-creator of the Big Fat
Gypsy Wedding series) and their
two children, Orly, 8, and Arlo, 6,
it seems Bridget has plenty on her
plate. Nevertheless, she has already
started planning her next book to
be set in the 1920s. Looks like her
days of surreptitious secret writing
are well and truly over.
She was a secret writer,

unwilling to admit that writing
was what she wanted to do
parallels, and the book is full of
twists and turns that make it a real
page-turner. I learnt in TV that
you need a good narrative to get
a message across, she says. And
the message is? Making a stand is
a brave thing to do and can make
a real difference. The inspectors
actions helped to change this
countrys vice laws that protect our
children to this day. Its a serious
subject, but I wanted the book to be
accessible not stuffy.
It is meticulously researched
(Im like a terrier with research
wherever a door closes, another one
opens,), and Londoners in particular
will be intrigued by the setting
Inspector Minahan Makes a Stand

by Bridget ODonnell is published
by Picador (16.99).
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PORTRAIT
OF A LADY
Absolutely quizzes Rachel Johnson on
life as a Lady and reveals the secret of
her fabulous physique
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How has your life

changed since
becoming editor of
The Lady and sister
to the Mayor?
Im now editor in chief
so I dont go in every
day but for some reason
I am busier than ever...
Ive been fi lming a
documentary on social
history for the BBC (its
out this autumn on BBC4
and the word Lady
will be in the title). Im
amazed by how fiddly
and timeconsuming telly
is compared to writing
I can write a piece on
my smartphone in the
bath (and do) but with
pictures, you have to
think about sound, the
shot, continuitynot to
mention my hair which
has a life of its own and
frankly deserves its own
reality TV series.
Life hasnt changed for me since
my bro became Mayor, but since
you ask, what has changed is the
number of times a day I am asked
about him or it or the Olympics or
whatever. Of course I manage to
remain icily polite at all times.
Is your day-to-day extremely
glamorous? What are
the highlights?
I hope it appears glamorous.
I do however spend the requisite
amount of time taking teenagers
to the orthodontist, going to
Sainsburys, walking the dog etc,
I promise. The highlights are
meeting people I admire.
And I do admit I went to the
Opening Ceremony of the
Olympics (thanks to a friend
not a brother I add). That
seems to impress people.
And downsides?
There are no downsides to life.
Every day is a bonus.
How do you cope with your
busy schedule and three
children?
I cope.
You are known for your
frankness does it get you
into trouble?
Constantly. I always manage to
RACHEL ON HER NEW

FITNESS DISCOVERY
ask people the wrong question

and say the one thing youre
never supposed to say. If only
I could fi nd a way like Mrs
Merton of making this facility to
put foot in it PAY.
You have another life in
the countryside too is it
compatible with editing
The Lady?
See above. Its four hours from
London and half an hour from
Tarmac. That keeps me sane.
Can you tell us five of your
favourite places in
Notting Hill?
Lutyens and Rubinstein bookshop
in Kensington Park Road; the
Tea & Coffee Plant; the Electric
Cinema; Portobello Road
generally and the market traders
(please support them everyone);
The Grocer on Elgin and of
course Powervibe (see column).
And five least favourite things
about the area?
Too crowded on Saturday. The
buses in Ladbroke Grove. The fact
that its full of rich bankers.
Are you working on
another novel?
My new one Winter Games is out
in November (Penguin) thank
you for asking! All your Christmas
present problems solved.
I am a firm believer that exercise works better than

any drug. If I am grumpy, a run, a couple of sets
of singles, a walk up a vertical cleeve on Exmoor,
preferably during an extreme weather event, sort me
out. I cheer up, and feel much better, both during and
after physical activity of almost any sort (I am not mad
about ironing and leaf-sweeping).
You know those forms at doctors, the ones where
you pretend you only drink a couple of units a
week? Well, Id never dream of admitting how much
I do, actually, drink, but am always horribly keen to
overshare when it comes to exercise. I try to do an
hour a day to try to keep me sane. I walk, run, play
tennis. Having a dog means you have to go outside,
and I am evangelical about being outside. And now
I can add another string to the already taut bow.
Power Plate. Im already evangelical about it, and
its not even outside.
Basically, its a machine, with a platform, a tower,
and handles. You can work out on it any number of
body-shaping combinations and speeds. Yes, speed.
Its a machine that vibrates, and stimulates your
muscles to contract and relax. In normal exercise they
do this once or twice a second, but with Power Plate,
I am told they do it 30-50 times a second. Which
is why its so effective, and so knackering. The
experts call it the microwave of exercise techniques,
because results you need to sweat over an hour
to get normal oven-cooking can be achieved in a
fraction of the time: they reckon just 25 minutes of
Power Plate equates to an hour and fifteen minutes of
conventional training in a gym. With power Plate you
are using your own body weight so you cant bulk up instead you get long lean muscles.
So I now pop along to a studio in Notting Hill once
a week, where Ronnie puts me through my paces for
only 25 minutes. Afterwards, my head and body feel
as if Ive been through the Hadron Collider but
in terms of fitness, the results are dramatic, after
only a few sessions (20 in a class, 40 for a private
session with a trainer).
So much so that after just three weeks, I was in
my tennis club, playing a set of doubles, and ended
up playing singles with a burly, and very athletic
TV presenter: male, 6ft 3in of him. Well, reader, all
I can tell you is that I was thrashing him and he was
dripping with sweat and he called a halt to the set
when he was 3-5 down. It was as
if and I have witnesses I had
morphed into Superwoman, and
the only reason I can imagine
I was stronger, and fitter, was
because of Powervibe, and I can
proudly boast I can add another
addiction (along with caffeine,
tennis, Downton Abbey, etc) to
the list for 2012.
Powervibe Fitness Studio
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020 7229 9614
powervibe.co.uk
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Absolutely readers
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1. Botox freezes
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expressions
You can choose
to have a more
frozen look, but
its not necessary.
By injecting small,
precise amounts
we can soften
the lines, but
keep movement
around the eye
area, so youll still
have your facial
expressions.
2. Botox is toxic
Botox is a purified
form of Botulinum
toxin. The
concentration of
the toxin is very
low and when
its injected in
pinpoint amounts
it wont spread to
other areas of the
body, making it a
safe treatment.
3. Botox is painful
Most people
only feel a mild,
stinging sensation,
however, some
find the treatment
uncomfortable.
Mica has a lot of
experience and
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injections and
many clients
comment on
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In addition, the
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The treatment is
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The Waterhouse Young Clinics gentle

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of like many people, you

believe that Botox can only
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your natural facial expressions,
its time to think again. Dr Mica
Engel, one of Waterhouse Youngs
cosmetic doctors, unravels the
myths about Botox and shares
her secret to a fresh, wrinklefree appearance without frozen
features.
Whats Botox used for?
Botox is used to treat frown lines,
crows feet, bunny lines on the
nose, smile lines and to tighten
the skin around the neck and
jowls. Its also become popular for
treating excessive sweating of the
armpits, hands, feet and forehead,
and teeth grinding (which can
cause headaches and damage
to teeth).
Does Botox still have a stigma?
People used to think that if youd
had Botox it gave you status.
Now its an everyday treatment.
The stigma surrounding it is far
less than it used to be, and with
a conservative approach no one
need ever know youve had it done.
How can I look fresh, not frozen?

When you smile or frown the
muscles in your face contract,
causing lines and wrinkles.
Over time these lines become
permanent. Botox works by
relaxing the muscle, but too much
can stop all movement, which gives
a frozen look. We prefer to subtly
enhance your features, rather than
give you a stiff, unnatural look, so
we take a conservative approach.
We start by injecting very small
amounts into precise points in the
muscle thus softening wrinkles but
keeping some muscle movement.
Well see you two weeks later to
make sure youre happy with the
results and, if needed, well finetune them by giving you a top-up
treatment.
Who should carry out Botox?
Botox is a prescribed medicine,
so youll meet one of our aesthetic
doctors for a full skin consultation.
If you decide together that its the
right treatment for you, theyll
prescribe it. Botox injections
should only be given by a qualified
doctor with relevant training at
our clinic they are always carried
out by one of our aesthetic doctors.

Ideally, you should choose someone
registered with regulatory body,
the British College of Aesthetic
Medicine. All our aesthetic doctors
and nurses are registered.
What are the alternatives?
While Botox is effective and safe,
there are alternatives, such as:
Dermal llers, which are injected
into the skin to plump it up and
smooth lines;
Dermaroller, a micro skinneedling treatment that triggers
the body into regenerating collagen
and elastin, making it perfect
for treating scarring, facial and
dcollet lines and overall skin
rejuvenation; and
Medical Facials, which give a
temporary result by plumping up
the skin to soften lines, making
them appear reduced.
Well talk you through your choices
at the consultation to help you
find the right treatment for you.
Whatever you decide, well always
take a gentle approach to leave you
with wrinkle-free skin that makes
you feel great.
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THE INTENSIVE PERSONAL

TRAINING PROGRAMME was
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The unique programme combines
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Each week we train you in four
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The Intensive employs exercise
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The programmes emphasis on
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My team are world class and
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we have two Olympic athletes
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with, and what has to be done to

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Providing you have made the
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You simply cannot fail clients
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There are many bespoke
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Louise Parker believes anyone
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Skin
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Clear skin is the speciality at Peach on the Hill,
as clients from all over the world know
each on the Hill is an

independent aesthetic
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Dedicated to optimising and
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the salon scooped the title of
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very exciting achievement.
Karen has worked in the area
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she is keen to push the boundaries
of skincare, while keeping it all
non-invasive. And as testimony to
her talents, she has clients from
all over London as well as Dorset,
Wiltshire and all over the world,
who return to Peach for what
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New solution for

problem skin
New for autumn is revolutionary
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Usually when people take
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Thanks to Peachs work with
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is very effective way to raise my vibration.
8.28 am Make self a quinoa, kelp and Udo oil energy shake.
9.07 am Meditate on heart chakra.
9.15 am Interrupted by Lydia stomping around upstairs in her big
clumsy shoes. She really is so selfish.
9.17 am Return to heart chakra meditation. Guru Darren says that
the heart is more intelligent than the brain and that it is humanitys
journey right now to move from the head to the heart.
9.19 am Hear Lydia clomping down the communal stairs. Go out into
hallway and tell her that her shoes are very noisy and are interrupting
my heart chakra meditation.
9.21 am Lydia tells me to f**k off.
9.24 am I tell Lydia that she is a very low vibrational being who will
never evolve.
9.27 am Back to meditation. Can really feel heart chakra opening.
10.56 am Spend two hours working on my novel a contemporary
story about a Hatha yoga teacher living in west London with all the
challenges that may bring.
1.21 pm Ring Guru Darren to ask what time his afternoon Darshan
at MyYoga is.
2.17 pm Am having trouble deciding whether to wear my white
yoga pants and green (good for heart chakra) Brora cashmere
jumper, or my purple yoga pants (good for third eye chakra) and pale
blue Brora cashmere jumper.
4.58 pm Arrive early at MyYoga to get good seat near Guru Darren.
He has such amaaaazing energy. He is a genuine High Vibrational.
7.18 pm Two hour Darshan with Guru Darren goes in a flash.
Afterwards he tells us that this is the most important time in
humanitys history when we will be moving from fear-based
behaviour to love-based behaviour. Hes so right.
8.12 pm Ask Guru Darren if he would like to go for a chai tea
sometime. He says he might be able to fit me in Tuesday week.
8.58 pm On tube home try to connect energetically with Guru
Darren. Can really feel his energy in my root chakra.
9.56 pm Get home and fall asleep immediately. Dream that Guru
Darren and I are conducting weekly workshops to help humanity
move from fear-based behaviour to love-based behaviour.
Om Shanti Shanti Shanti

Baba Ganoush
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A RAY OF
SUNSHINE
Australian restaurateur and chef Bill Granger has made

Notting Hill his permanent base. Katie Randall catches
up with the foodie to discuss his latest cookery book, his
laid-back Aussie mentality and why dolphin wont be on
the menu at his restaurant anytime soon
ill Granger is
potentially one of the
happiest men I have
ever encountered.
As I wait for him to
pick up the telephone for our chat,
my mind runs through the usual
thoughts key questions and
things to remember, and whether
well have any signal interference
turning one of us into temporarily
incomprehensible Dalecks but
the Aussie picks up with such a
delightfully bright greeting and
instantly sweeps me into a natural
and easy conversation, that it is
quite a while before I realise that
I am supposed to be asking him
some questions.
Granger reveals that the family
escaped Notting Hill and the
Carnival this year, travelling
instead to Cornwall with the kids
and friends. A holiday of fun, fresh
air and good food was in store for

the chef who readily admits that
his ideal dining experience is not in
one of Londons finest haute cuisine
restaurants, but rather at a friends
house, with a homemade curry.
This turns out, in fact, to be
Bill Grangers point of difference,
his USP, if you will. Where some
chefs and foodie fanatics will
waffle on about exotic ingredients,
expensive restaurants and
Michelin ambitions, Granger has
his feet planted fi rmly on the
ground and is completely devoid
of the pretension that can too
easily be found in the world of
gastronomy. I love more domestic
food, food for the home. He says,
I am a great admirer of anyone
in food, but I particularly like
Nigel Slater, Yotam Ottolenghi,
Jamie Oliver, Tom Pemberton
(Hereford Road) and Nigella
Lawson. These people open up

food to the public. The great thing
about working in food, after all,
is sharing happiness. The chef
reflects honestly that, fi ne dining
is not my natural love, I like food
for the home that you can enjoy
and build up a conversation about,
rather than food as theatre, which
is great but it doesnt speak to me
as much.
It is this attitude that led
Granger to Notting Hill in 2011;
the relaxed atmosphere coupled
with serious food appreciation
stirring the cook to open his fi rst
restaurant in the UK. Westbourne
Grove became home to Granger
& Co, an eaterie described by the
man himself as a restaurant that
becomes part of peoples lives. He
wanted a community hub, a place
to grab a coffee in the morning
before work, or to enjoy a quick
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supper before going to see a movie.

I didnt want it as a big destination,
I wanted it as a local that people
could use. Its a convenient and
I like to think of it as a public
service he says.
Testament to its popularity, there
were often queues out of the door
when the restaurant fi rst
opened Bill promotes a
strictly no-bookings policy
in keeping with his other
restaurants and Australian
mentality Its that hard
thing of wanting to keep it
reasonably priced so that
customers can use the
place regularly you know
its not the River Caf
where you go for a special
meal its a place where
you can just pop into; but
if you want this casual
approach then you need to
keep the turnover a little
bit higher and bookings
make the restaurant just
a whole lot more formal
I fi nd. He says, adding
with a chuckle, Im an
Australian, casual is my
natural fallback option.
Granger was born in
Melbourne and then he
moved to Sydney at the age
of 19. This upbringing has
coloured his outlook
on food as well as his
restaurant policies.
He explains, Coming
from a warm climate
you fall back into
fresh food a bit more.
It becomes your
comfort food and I
think what I try and
do is bring a bit of
sunshine to the food that I cook.
Salads tend to be a favourite in the
Granger household, I have a salad
in every meal I need a salad. The
chef enthuses, it is so satisfying
and a salad is so good for you.
In his cooking, the chef aims to
lighten heavy meals, bringing a
dose of sunshine to our wet and
windy shores. He says: thats what

I enjoy, that sunshine. I let it creep
into the food. If its a curry, Ill
do a really lovely onion, mint and
cucumber salad on the side just to
lighten it up.
I am, by now beginning to build
up a picture in my mind of what
feed [his children] and its easy to

fall back on things that arent so
healthy. We both agree that the
busier you are in your quotidian
life, the more you need a tasty,
fi lling and nutritious meal on your
return home.
Easy was the product of this
periods hectic schedule,
and took the chef almost
a year to complete he
already has plenty of
writing experience
from his other books
and his columns for The
Independent. Excitingly,
Granger wants to transfer
those great fl avours you
get in restaurants to your
dinner plates at home
so that you can enjoy
delicious meals without
breaking the bank. I know
how frustrating it is when
you cant make or mimic
the great food at home
that you have out and
about he says.
Granger has lived in
Notting Hill for three
years now, and travelled
the world prior to this,
citing Asia and the
Mediterranean for their
inspiring cuisines.
I ask about the weirdest
local delicacy he has
ever been offered.
I havent tried it but
I was offered dolphin.
I couldnt do that
though, it didnt look
very appealing. It
looked like blubber.
He adds, Perhaps I
could test it out on
the people of Notting
Hill. He instantly retracts. I heartily
agree, the people of Notting Hill
probably wont ever be ready for a
serving of an endangered species
but they defi nitely enjoy a delicious
slice of sunshine courtesy of this
friendly, upbeat chef.
Im an Australian,
casual is my natural
fallback option
his latest cookery book will teach;
Easy is jam-packed with recipes
for simple, laid-back food that
doesnt scrimp on fl avour. Nobody
does easy like Bill. It was a crazy
year last year, opening Granger
& Co but I still had to go home
and cook for the family he says,
Ive got three hungry mouths to
Easy is published by Collins, 20
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RECIPE
STUFFED AUBERGINE
WITH LAMB AND
PINE NUTS
(SERVES 4 GENEROUSLY)
HOLY LAMB
Yotam Ottolenghi and Sami Tamimis new cookbook

Jerusalem is full of beautiful food, gorgeous photography
and a sprinkle of history and politics. In this extract, they
trace the origins of their recipe for stuffed aubergines
lran Shrefler is the

youngest of Ezra and
Rachela Shreflers nine
children, who run
Azura, a restaurant in the heart
of Machne Yehuda market that
serves Jerusalemites traditional
Kurdish recipes with a Turkish
influence, the area from which
Ezra hails. A member of the
Slow Food movement, Elran
starts work at four every
morning and cooks all his food in
massive pots on small oil-burning
stove, just as his family has done
for generations.
His food, long-cooked stews and
hearty soups, is ready for the first
customers who arrive at around
8 am(!). It is essentially real fast
food after the long hours of
slow cooking, it takes seconds to
plate and serve. Elran showed
us how to make his stuffed
aubergine, Turkish-style, which is

our favourite dish at Azura. This is
our interpretation.
In their book, The Flavor of
Jerusalem, Joan Nathan and Judy
Stacey Goldman give a slightly
unorthodox recipe for stuffed
aubergine with calves liver
and apples. This is the creation
of Deacon William GardinerScott who, in the 1970s, was
head of St Andrews, the
only Presbyterian church
in Jerusalem. The church
was erected in 1927 to
commemorate the capture of
Jerusalem by the British during
the First World War. This is one
of only a few culinary marks
the Brits have left behind.
These are deliciously hearty and
best served with some bread or
simple rice and some pickles on
the side.
JERUSALEM, 27,
EBURY PRESS
4 MEDIUM AUBERGINES (ABOUT

1.2KG), HALVED LENGTHWAYS
6 TBSP OLIVE OIL
1 TSP GROUND CUMIN
1 TBSP SWEET PAPRIKA
1 TBSP GROUND CINNAMON
2 MEDIUM ONIONS (340G IN TOTAL),
FINELY CHOPPED
500G MINCED LAMB
50G PINE NUTS
20G FLAT-LEAF PARSLEY, CHOPPED
2 TSP TOMATO PURE
3 TSP CASTER SUGAR
150ML WATER
1 TBSP LEMON JUICE
1 TSP TAMARIND PASTE
4 CINNAMON STICKS
SALT AND BLACK PEPPER
Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/
Gas Mark 7. Place the aubergine halves,
skin-side down, in a roasting tin large
enough to accommodate them snugly.
Brush the flesh with 4 tablespoons
of the olive oil and season with 1
teaspoon of salt and plenty of black
pepper. Roast for about 20 minutes,
until golden brown. Remove from the
oven and allow to cool slightly.
While the aubergines are cooking, you
can start making the stuffing by heating
up the remaining olive oil in a large
frying pan. Mix together the cumin,
paprika and ground cinnamon and add
half of this spice mix to the pan, along
with the onion. Cook on a medium
high heat for about 8 minutes, stirring
often, before adding the lamb, pine
nuts, parsley, tomato pure, 1 teaspoon
of the sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt and
some black pepper. Continue to cook
and stir for another 8 minutes, until the
meat is cooked. Place the remaining
spice mix in a bowl and add the water,
lemon juice, tamarind, remaining sugar,
cinnamon sticks and teaspoon
of salt; mix well. Reduce the oven
temperature to 195C/175C Fan/
Gas Mark 5. Pour the spice mix
into the bottom of the aubergine
roasting tin. Spoon the lamb
mixture on top of each aubergine.
Cover the tin tightly with foil, return
to the oven and roast for 1 hour
30 minutes, by which point the
aubergines should be completely
soft and the sauce thick; twice
through the cooking, remove the
foil and baste the aubergines with
the sauce, adding some water if the
sauce dries out. Serve warm, not
hot, or at room temperature.
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RESTAURANT REVIEW
Goode & Wright

271 Portobello Road W11
020 7727 5552
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efore I set foot inside,

I had already received
three phone calls about
Goode & Wright. Have
you been to that new place? they
all said. The food is amazing
and that French guy is so good
looking, they gushed. Three
separate people, all of them saying
the same thing, all of them going
into great detail about a brioche
and a duck egg, and rhapsodising
about salad dressing, and the
amazing French waiter. All over
the opening of a new restaurant.
Thats really not something that
happens all the time, especially
not around here when restaurants
open more often than most people
have haircuts.
Of course, the three of them
were right. This place doesnt
shout loud, but it doesnt need
to, not when its generating that
kind of punter PR. First, theres

the look, which is French bistro
pure: black/white chequerboard
tiled floor, wood panelling on the
walls, round hanging lamps and
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by Finlay and Jimmie, Finlay the
Scottish chef running the kitchen
single-handedly, and Jimmie
(that French guy) front of house,
who is right out of those romantic,
slightly surreal French films (he
really is he worked at Pariss
Caf des Deux Moulins, of Ameli
fame). They are a winning duo,
Finlay with his properly tasty and
clever food, Jimmie selling it in a
way it deserves.
The menu covers brunch
which lasts all day and evening.
For brunch, we had the famed
duck egg in a basket, which is a
poached egg in a toasted brioche

with chorizo, in the cleverest
and most delicious way, with
salad and a twist of truffle. It is
both comforting and elegant, an
unusual combination simple
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while a separate spicy prawn
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espressos with a slight shaving
of lemon peel, a French thing,
apparently, whereby you dunk the
peel briefly in the coffee to take
the bitter edge off. It works, and
Jimmy pulls it off convincingly.
Thats Goode & Wright all round
have you been yet? Its not even
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In which they enjoy champagne,

hotdogs and stylish Littlehampton
here are a host of restaurants springing up

specialising in serving just a few dishes. Our
friends at Pizza East Portobello now have a
sister restaurant serving just chicken, theres the much
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acclaimed Burger and Lobster; and now Bubbledogs.
Not sure about the name, but it serves bubbles in the
form of grower champagnes and dogs in the form of
simply amazing hotdogs. We think it really is a great
combination made in heaven.
From heaven to Paradise (by Way of Kensal
Green) where we celebrated their fifth birthday
the absolutely stunning Amber Le Bon and the
super-inspiring Kids Company founder Camila
Batmanghelidjh hosted a fantastic evening, with many
turning out to celebrate our favourite gastropubs
anniversary. Then, as a treat for Mr Skotts birthday,
we headed down to Littlehampton. If you think thats
not much of a treat, then you obviously dont know
modern day Littlehampton. We went for lunch at the
East Beach Cafe, designed by Heatherwick Studios,
now famous worldwide for having designed the
Olympic 2012 cauldron; it is a beautiful piece of design
on the south coast. And its not just beautiful to look at
delicious food and laid-back yet professional service
certainly make it worth the trip.
Inspired by this visit, we went to the V&A to see
the Heatherwick show. We also visited the British
Ballgown exhibit, featuring stunning dresses from
the 50s to the current day. It made us think how much
London has to offer and despite Mrs Sktt having lived
here all her life, that there is so much more about it
we dont know. We recently got completely lost in the
London Through Time app for the iPad, an amazing
portrait of Londons history. We have been feeling so
very proud to be living be in this great city.
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THE LOCATION:
The Forest of Dean is one of the UKs
few surviving ancient woodlands and its
a vast area of dense forest, littered with
trails for walking and cycling as well as
impressive viewpoints.
UK GETAWAY
THE CABIN:
Think Sweden. Or California. These
stylish, modernist wood cabins are
nestled discreetly in the ridiculously
lush Forest of Dean. One entire wall is
made of glass, giving a view of infinite
greenery and brilliantly, you are far
enough away from neighbouring cabins
to delude yourself that youre alone
in the woods. But then, if you need
someone to explain the how the door
works (theres a knack) or you need to
buy wine, or (God forbid) your hot tub
has a problem, the Forest Retreat is
nearby, with its handy shop and helpful
staff. So you have the sense of seclusion
in a good way without any of the
potential hazards of real isolation.
Forest Cabins,
Forest of Dean
FACILITES:
The fi rst thing youll want to do
is get in the hot tub, which is
permanently hot and ready to
go (we didnt look into the eco
credentials of this). Then, crank
up the underfloor heating for a
properly luxurious retreat unless
its summer, in which case stay
on the terrace and spark up the
barbecue. Inside the cabin, the
kitchen is pretty well equipped,
the sofa is large and comfortable,
there are lots of board games and
a large TV. Its designed to be snug
in winter and airy in summer.
WHEN TO GO:
Weather isnt really a problem here.
The hot tubs perfect for cold days and
a snowy Christmas holed up in the
forest would be magical (think Narnia).
Even in warmer months, youd bring
waterproofs for walking and cycling.
EXTRAS:
For a little extra luxury, you can book a
private chef to cook for you in your cabin
while you lounge in the hot tub. You can
also have the house filled with flowers,
arrange a delivery of champagne and
chocolates or have an in-cabin
spa treatment.
Forest of Dean Cabins, Christchurch
Camp and Caravan Site, Bracelands
Drive, Christchurch, Coleford,
Gloucester, GL16 7NN
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WHAT TO DO:
Its mostly about walking and cycling,
and there are signposted trails of varying
levels of difficulty. The Forest Retreat
will provide maps of the forest and you
can rent bikes if you havent brought your
own. Our yellow trail took us to famous
viewpoint Symonds Yat Rock, where
the RSPB has a bird viewing point, from
where we could see impressively speedy
pregrine falcons nesting. The forest itself
is the main attraction dense, lush and
fresh-smelling.
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he iconic Beach Blanket

Babylon, BBB as it is
affectionately known locally, has
been an institution since its inception
in 1990. Famous for its delicious
cocktails, al fresco dining and opulent
parties, BBB epitomises the very best
of cool Britannia in an environment of
unadulterated decadence.
The magnificent Ballroom, Notting
Hills best kept secret, is the ideal space
for exclusive parties and private dining.
Glamourously opulent and decorated in
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can host seated dinner parties for
up to 70 guests and champagne and
cocktail canap receptions for up to
150 people.
Christmas at BBB is a magical time and
will be open throughout December for
lunch and dinner, featuring a delicious
festive-inspired menu.
With special menus and the newlycreated Ballroom Banqueting menu
now available be sure to book your
party for Christmas well in advance.
020 7229 2907
www.beachblanket.co.uk
On November 22nd, BBB will

be hosting a neighbourhood
Christmas party with mulled
wine, cocktails and canaps to
start the festive season to RSVP to this please email
kim@beachblanket.co.uk
45 Ledbury Road, Notting Hill, W11 2AA
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Captivating
Como
Casta Diva is the first five star hotel to
open on Lake Como in over 100 years.
Nancy Alsop is utterly seduced
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tanding on the steps of

Casta Diva and gazing
upon the resplendent
Lake Como lapping
languorously at its lovely
shores, it hardly takes a Byronic
imagination to conjure images
of the palazzos first resident
casting her glance at upon the
same scene, some two hundred
years previously. Then known as
the Villa Roccabruna, its operatic
soprano owner Giuditta Pasta,
would have graced the same
sweeping staircase and, squinting
into the distance, she may just
have caught a
glimpse of her
opposite neighbour,
Vincenzo Bellini,
as his rowing boat
bobbed into moonlit
view en route to
enjoy an evening
of her hospitality.
The sole difference
between Pastas
experience and mine? That
nobody will be rowing their way
back home at the end of the
night, inspired by my muse-like
presence, to pen Opera Norma
(unless, of course, those local
charmers flirtations are to be
believed); after all, the soprano
was the inspiration for the opera
in which she would later sing first
soprano at La Scala in Milan. I,
meanwhile, have trouble crooning
along in tune to songs of infinite
repetition on the radio. But only
there are we at variance.
Should La Pasta drop in on

her former abode these days,
she would find the awe-inspiring
view little changed. As for the
luxurious modifications? I can
little imagine that she would
find them disagreeable. The
spectacular position constitutes,
of course, the immediate draw
of Catsa Diva, which is just
a ten-minute drive from the
pretty town of Como. But the
13,000sq/m resort (do not be
put off by the word; this is about
as far from the traditional, allinclusive affair as you can get)
rooms designed to be shared

and dedicated to one of the
four elements.
Neither would our soprano,
I conjecture, turn her nose
up at the Bellini terrace, nor
the LOrangerie restaurant
which serves up the very finest
examples of traditional local food
and overlooks the water, spilling
out onto a lake-teetering terrace
in the warmer months.
Casta Diva is a place of infinite
romance as Bellini himself
would have no doubt attested
and for those so inclined, little
is dreamier than
settling in for a
late night prosecco
on the lake-facing
balcony that almost
every room is in
possession of.
Traditionalists may
prefer the elegance
of the rooms in the
old palazzo, but
the resorts architects have been
prudent enough to keep the new
additions large, contemporary
rooms set into the rocks on the
vertiginous incline from the road
down to the lake entirely in
sympathy with the landscape.
Meanwhile for those coming with
a brood in tow, there is the option
to rent your own self-contained
house, but with all the joys of
room service at your disposal.
All of which myriad options
explains just why Casta Diva,
the first major five star hotel to
As evidenced by the glut of dark

shades and glamorous bodies on
display on our visit, the elegant
international set now has an
option other than La Villa DEste
has much to offer the design
and the relaxation - conscious.
First theres the floating
swimming pool, which no doubt
during the summer months wo
uld have been a most welcome
addition to the singers world,
this portion of the lake being offlimits to swimmers. But when the
weather is less conducive to sun
lounging (Como is no stranger to
rain), the route back to the hotel
takes you via the 19th-century
boat dock past the spa,
which has four treatment
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The most exciting new

equestrian show this year!
open on Lake Como for a century, is keeping the old grand
dames on their toes; as evidenced by the glut of dark shades
and glamorous bodies on display on our visit, the elegant
international set now has an option other than La Villa DEste.
If you are moved to set foot outside the soporific surrounds of
the hotel have a wander round the pretty streets of Como, which
abounds with charming wine bars and informal pizzerias, while
those with a head for heights should bag a place on the funicular
railway, the views from the top of which are unparalleled. But a
trip to Lake Como would not be complete without an exploratory
boat ride, which can take the form of a private yacht hire, or
simply catching the local transport.
We settle on Bellagio, as lauded by every guidebook as the
jewel in lakes crown. Sure enough, we are met by scenes of
almost absurd beauty; pretty higgledy piggledy steps wind their
way up to only very slightly wider thoroughfares thronged with
tourists during the summer, though its worth noting that as a
village it is, to a certain extent, a victim of its own pulchritude;
the chocolate box perfection has ensured its popularity with the
fanny-packed brigade who coo over the tourist memorabilia that
stares from almost every shop window. If you do decide to stay,
the Villa Serbelloni is the grand hotel, its neo-classical yellow
faade greeting visitors immediately as they step off the boat
(previous guests have included Churchill, JFK and Clark Gable).
A more impressive and ornate breakfast room you will not see,
plus theres the
Michelin-starred
Mistral restaurant
to sample, with
its experimental
cooking which
features the likes
of peacock on the
menu, no less. It
is, perhaps, one for
those who favour
the old-fashioned,
its interior being
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1970s. The views,
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Every surface of our new Alno Cera range is made from ceramic,
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Treehouse also stocks a range of related products in its Notting Hill
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Leading the UKs largest dedicated family law firm, she has more than 25 years experience handling divorce
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Located in WC1, Stowe Family Law specialises in

family law issues; from divorce to cohabitees rights,
with dedicated international and childrens teams.
The firms specialist in-house forensic accountancy
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BUILDING CASTLES IN THE SKY
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DESIGNERS
LIFE
A brief encounter
with... Kate Forman
My idea of heaven is
Trawling antique markets in France.
The thing Im proudest of is
First and foremost, my three children.
Then creating a business from the thing
Im most passionate about.
Something I wish I were better at is
Delegating!
I would describe my style as
Shabby chic mixed with eclectic boho.
The best advice I ever got was
Never run before you can walk.
My lucky break was
An old friend seeing my vision and
backing my company.
The person who would play me in a
film would be My favourite actress is
Marion Cotillard because she so reminds
me of my eldest daughter.
If I could choose someone to write
the soundtrack to my life it would be...
Amy Winehouse. I love her voice, her
lyrics and her whole musical style.
The book that changed my life was...
I cannot think of a life-changing book but
one of my all-time favourites is Nancy
Mitfords The Pursuit of Love.
My best buy ever was... An Etienne
Dorian print bought from a restaurant in
Perigeaux after a very merry dinner.
The best present I ever received was...
Earrings from Bloomingdales from my
husband when we were engaged.
My favourite saying is...

Less is more. Its so true!
The best hour of the day is...
Im an early bird; 6.30am is my time for
peaceful reflection which usually
results in writing a list for the day.
My idea of a good night out is....
A good dinner with plenty of music,
laughter and, best of all, dancing.
At weekends I most enjoy...
A noisy Sunday lunch surrounded by
friends and children, young and old.
Someone whose style I admire is...
Barbara Hulanicki. The whole BIBA
concept as a shopping experience and as
a label was truly brilliant.
The thing that gets me down is...
Grey skies and negativity.
My favourite holiday is...
Provence fulfils all my holiday desires.
My earliest London memory is...
Fond memories of shopping with my
mother at Ossie Clarke and Granny Takes
a Trip, back in its heyday!
If I could change one thing about
Notting Hill, it would be...
Bring back more original boutiques.
What people might not know about
me is... I have a disabled daughter who
suffers from Retts Syndrome.
Kate Forman, 8 Clarendon Cross, W11;
kateforman.co.uk
Top 3
Style
Tips
1. Keep bedrooms pale and

romantic because they are, after
all, a sanctuary after a busy day.
2. Mix styles to avoid an overly
designed look layer textures,
colours and be brave.
3. Use plenty of table lamps
and fewer overhead lighting
solutions to
create mood
it will totally
change the
atmosphere.
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WHITE
LIGHT
Photographer Simon Uptons Notting Hill warehouse

apartment is the only London property to feature
in Taschens new homage to global interiors.
Absolutely pays tribute
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MAIN IMAGE:
ABOVE THE
LIVING AREA
IS A GALLERY
BEDROOM.
THE FURNITURE
CONSISTS OF
HEIRLOOM
PIECES AND
FINDS FROM
SIMON UPTONS
TRAVELS.
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LEFT: THE
CANOPIED
FOUR-POSTED
BED HAS CARVED
POTS FROM
COLONIAL INDIA
THAT WERE
DISCOVERED
AT A LONDON
ANTIQUES SHOP;
MADE FROM A
SINGLE PIECE
OF HARDWOOD,
THE COFFEE
TABLE WAS
ONCE A
CEREMONIAL
BED FOR
AN IVORIAN
TRIBAL CHIEF
hen Simon Upton

began looking for
an industrial loft
in west London in
the mid-1990s, he
soon discovered that the market
for such places was non-existent.
But then his real-estate agent,
rummaging around in his bottom
drawer, found the details of an old
warehouse. The photographer,
who has lived there ever since, had
I wanted a bright,
white canvas. And
I didnt want to
follow a certain
style, or have
anything jarring
or offensive
everything painted white

after shooting so many great
interiors around the world, he
decided his own home should,
first and foremost, be simple.
I didnt want it to be
completely Mid-century or all
Georgian although I love
both styles, he explains. He
has built up the furnishings
gradually over the years,
picking up the old antlers and >
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< animal skins, for instance, on his travels:

They have an intrinsic beauty which
we often miss, due to our collective
abhorrence of death.
This property is currently on the
market; interested parties should
contact simon@simonupton.com
This extract comes from the recent
TASCHEN publication 100 Interiors
Around The World, 34.99
FIRST PAGE: IN FRONT OF THE CUSTOMMADE CABINETS ARE OBJECTS UPTON

HAS COLLECTED OVER THE YEARS.
THE TWO CHAIRS FEATURING CHROMED
STEEL ARMS DATE FROM THE 1970S.
SYMMETRY WAS AN IMPORTANT DESIGN
PRINCIPLE, THE PHOTOGRAPHER SAYS.
THE OBJECTS ON AND NEXT TO THE
OLD FABRIC-CUTTING TABLE WERE
ARRANGED ACCORDINGLY.
ABOVE: DISCOVERED AT SPITALFIELDS
MARKET, THE FACE ON THE STAIRCASE
WALL IS MADE OF RESIN. THE WINDOWS
DATE BACK TO WHEN THE FORMER
WAREHOUSE WAS BUILT.
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The Art of Investing

Dr Geza Toth-Feher, owner of GGGallery, shares five
things everyone should know for a sound art investment
Investing a stake in the 46

billion Euro art business can be
highly profitable. Not everyone
can get it right, though. When
the Arts Council politely
declined Charles Saatchis gift
of Tracey Emins Unmade Bed
in August, Saatchi may have
learnt that some 150,000
investments cant even be given
away.
1. Nurture a passion
and intuition for your
favourite genre of art.
Get to know the art
scene; visit galleries,
research online
(artnet.com is very
useful) and meet
like-minded artists, aesthetes
and investors.
3. Looking for a safe bet? 1m+

acquisitions rarely lose value.
As The Fine Art Funds Philip
Hoffman put it: a Canaletto never
does an Enron.
4. Purchase pieces that you can
afford to keep for a long time.
5. Research. Investing in unknown
or up-and-coming artists is
like private equity; you need to
other artists and investors, intuition

will follow over time.
2. Look in the right places. Find
galleries with a proven record of
recognising commercial talent.
Attend their exhibitions, network
and learn.
3. Look for the signifiers. Have
they been nominated for, or
won prizes? Has their work been
exhibited anywhere
with prominence?
Have they been
written about?
As The Fine Art Funds Philip

Hoffman put it: a Canaletto
never does an Enron
2. Buy art that talks to you.

Some pieces can take years to
significantly appreciate in value. If
you cant enjoy the aesthetics
of the work during this time,
dont bother.
understand what you

are doing. Dont be afraid to
ask questions.
Four ways to recognise an upand-coming artist
1. Intuition the hardest part. Dont
worry though as you develop your
passion and learn from examples of
4. They of course could

be a fervent selfpromoter. If they have the talent
to match their promotional zeal,
you could be on to a winner. If
not, check with an impartial
source before buying.
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15 Blenheim Crescent, W11 2EE
GGGallery.co.uk
020 7792 2332
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Green party
The benefits of green havens for a hectic urban life, as
seen by Barry Burrows of Bartholomew Landscaping
reen space in
the city is a hot
commodity. As the
urban dwellers
work/life balance shifts to take
up more home time, and the need
for more homes takes up our open
spaces, outside space becomes a
precious resource. So, as with any
decreasing commodity, we have to
become more adept at utilising it
to the full. Gardens are brilliant for
relaxation, family time and contact
with the wider community not
to mention the simple joy of sitting
amongst plants.
In London, most of our access to
greenery comes in parks, communal
gardens, courtyards, roof gardens
or terraces. The key to getting
the most out of these valuable
places, whether a communal
garden square with 100 years of
history, or a new development with
contemporary planting space, is
sensitive management. The day-
to-day running of these spaces can

be shared between two households
or several hundred, and a garden
that is badly managed will end up
underused. We often find that garden
squares suffer from a paucity of use
due to a lack of interesting spaces,
and that when engaging changes
are made such as fresh planting,
thoughtfully placed seating and
strictly timetabled maintenance visits,
residents start to use them regularly.
This, in turn, allows a community
sense of ownership to develop. One
garden committee chairman that
we have helped told us, that the
square had never looked better, was
always in use and had been used
to celebrate weddings, birthdays
and christenings, which had never
happened before the few significant
improvements had been made.
Many townhouses only have a
small area of garden, which is often
overlooked. Courtyards can provide
a huge increase in living space,
especially in garden flats. Since

space for living is usually prioritised
growing space, many designs
minimise plants and maximise the
paved areas.
When planning this type of
garden, consider the walls. Plants
can be used to soften surfaces and
to lose walls creating a feeling of
a leafy glade in the centre of town.
Using vertical green walls in these
gardens allows a greater variety of
plants to be introduced and also
creates the opportunity to grow your
own food within feet of your door.
We hear so much about food miles,
and the distance between us and the
supply of our food, that it must be
good for us to be talking about food
inches rather than miles.
Building a roof terrace makes a
striking difference to lifestyle as
roofs are nearly always unused prior
to conversion. The space opens
up a huge number of possibilities,
providing space, light, privacy
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and mental wellbeing. Among the

features that we have included on
roof terraces are canopies, kitchens,
fires, televisions, lighting, light wells
and cocktail bars. You can hugely
increase your living space with a
roof terrace. One client was moved
to say that creating her terrace was
a life-changing experience, she
said, To be sitting under the stars
in central London, with my family
around me, was something I never
thought possible.
Health and wellbeing are vital to
all of us, and gardens and gardening
work provide so many major and
minor aids to our health that it is
impossible to ignore our debt to
the green spaces around us. It has
been said that gardeners tend not
to go to the gym as they get much
more pleasurable exercise tending a
garden. Plants that have contributed
so much to our medical research
abound in our urban and suburban
green spaces.
What then, is the future for
gardens in the city, bearing this
significant impact on our lifestyles?
Surely it is to increase their number,
ensuring that any space open to
the sky is productive, relaxing,
stimulating and, in a way that only
a garden can be, ever-changing
throughout the year. Whether its
a window box or a two hectare
garden square, all garden spaces
are important, but they are most
important and beneficial to the user.
A fact we should all continue to bear
in mind in the future.
bartholomewlandscaping.com
020 7931 8685
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Specialists in high quality solid and sustainable hardwood flooring
We carry a huge range of woods from around the world, displayed at our
Notting Hill showroom in large sample boards to assist clients, designers
and architects, in planning interiors.
Board and strip flooring wood block and decking, bespoke floor production.
Other services, special project installation, wall panelling, staircases, doors,
worktops, cabinetry, natural stone & many other interior related products.
Exceptional value, experienced craftsmen, quality installation.
Showroom : 116 Talbot Rd, Notting Hill, London, W11 1JR

E-mail info@johntate.co.uk Tel: 020 7460 0376
27/09/2012 19:13
BRICK BY
BRICK
Patrick Panioty, of Notting Hills
London Heritage Design and Build,
reveals the tricks of his trade
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Q) Everyone knows how hard it is

to find builders. Where do people
go wrong?
A) Its such a personal thing. The
relationship you have with your builder
is by the end of the project one of
the closest ones you have, and you
have to find someone you can trust.
People go wrong when they start
employing too many professionals, or
believing unrealistic promises about
how quickly things can be done, and
to what budget. The most important
thing is mutual trust. Having people
you dont know in your house can be
the worst thing imaginable, and we
understand that. We are one of the
only building companies actually
based in Notting Hill and we know the
area and its houses.
MAIN PICTURE:
EXTENSIVE WORKS
TO THIS KITCHEN/
DINING AND LIVING
SPACE INCLUDE A
BESPOKE AMERICAN
MAPLE KITCHEN
MADE BY LONDON
HERITAGE IN THEIR
WORKSHOP AND
STUCCO VENEZIANA
PLASTER WALL
FINISHES, AS FOUND
IN VENICE. THE
CHANDELIER IS A
1950S MURANO
FROM VINCENZO
CAFFARELLA IN
CHURCH STREET. THIS
PAGE: EXTENSIVE
WORK TO THE
PROPERTY;S LOWER
BASEMENT AND
UTILITY AREAS
PHOTOGRAPHY BY
NIGEL CHARMAN
Q) How are you different?

A) We fit between the architects and
the builders. In fact, I really believe that
everyone who does up a house needs
us. People often start by going to an
architect or hiring a project manager
before looking for a builder, but most
projects are too small to justify that
kind of expertise. Plus, involving a
project manager adds to the cost and
as an often unnecessary extra link in
the chain, can cause confusion. We
have a different approach. We offer a
complete turnkey service, so we are
in control of everything. At London
Heritage, the entire team is employed
by us and every project we undertake
is finished on time and to budget,

thanks to the thorough planning
we put in beforehand, and to our
extensive experience. For our most
recent project, we had ordered the
kitchen, bought the paint and chosen
the flooring well in advance of the
projects start date, and from there we
worked to tight schedules.
Q) What sort of projects are we
talking about?
A) We do everything. We offer a
complete interior design and build
package, with projects ranging from
basic maintenance work (we are
nearby and can be with you very
quickly), a new kitchen or bathroom
to a complete house refurbishment.
Recently we completed a huge
project in St James Gardens
W11, which included structural
alterations, damp-proofing, a new
kitchen and bathrooms, flooring,
roofing, landscaping, upgrading
the plumbing and electrics. It took
exactly four months from start to
finish, and came in dead on budget.
The client was delighted.
Q) What skills do your team have?
A) We can do everything. Our team
includes an in-house designer to
help produce ideas and drawings,
we have a surveyor, we have just
taken on another young designer to
help with more cutting edge projects
and we have all the tradespeople.
Were fully insured and never use

sub-contractors, so everyone is
accountable and accredited.
Q) Whats your background?
A) I started as an electrician and
moved into electrical design,
particularly lighting design. In the
1980s I was involved in commercial
interiors when I began to realise that
relying on other people slowed things
down. You can design lovely lighting,
but if the walls arent flat then the
effect is ruined. Gradually, I began
to work on everything and started
offering a full service. And then
I moved more into residential work,
because its more permanent and
personal, and we discovered that
working closely with clients led to us
producing our best work.
Q) Whats the most unusual request
youve ever had?
A) I was once asked to fit a tiger flap in
Mayfair. It was a North African client in
Half Moon Street and he asked for a big
cat flap, so I fitted a dog flap, but it was
still too small. When the client slightly
sheepishly showed me a picture
of his pet, it was clear that it wasnt
just a cat. This was a pet tiger. It used
to roam around the roof terrace.
Ive no idea whether thats legal.
London Heritage Design & Build
24 Notting Hill Gate W11
020 7243 4055
londonheritagedesign.co.uk
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HYDE PARK SQUARE, W2

An immaculately presented duplex apartment with enviable south facing views over
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Reception room, Dining room, Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, 2 Private patios,
Porter, Private entrance, Access to communal gardens
2,800,000 Share of Freehold
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Pimlico & Westminster
Ledbury Road W11 3,950,000

A spectacular apartment offering a beautifully designed, dynamic interior within a landmark building in the heart of Notting Hill.
The magnicent entertaining space is arranged over two oors with an open plan, galleried reception area, double height ceilings
and striking architectural features. The large bedroom suites provide beautifully tted bathrooms and extensive storage. Further
benets include secure off street parking and private roof terraces. Sole Agents.
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Gordon Place W8 3,850,000 Guide Price

This charming family house is arranged over four floors, comprising a kitchen leading through to a conservatory and out to a
private west facing garden, a separate dining room, two reception rooms, a study, a master bedroom with a walk-in dressing
room, balcony and en suite bathroom, three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Located close to the excellent local
amenities of Kensington High Street and Notting Hill Gate. Freehold. Sole Agents.
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Holland Villas Road W14 2,250,000
Queens Gardens W2 1,995,000
This magnicent property comprises an extremely large and bright, double

reception room with a balcony, a separate kitchen, a master bedroom with
en suite, three further double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a private
garage. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents.
Overlooking a popular garden square, this apartment boasts magnicent

reception space featuring high ceilings and a large triple sash window. The
bedroom accommodation includes two large double bedroom suites, a third
double bedroom and a shower room. Share of Freehold.
HOLLAND PARK: 020 7605 6890

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Lancaster Road W11 1,500,000
Trafalgar Gardens W8 1,350,000
This beautiful conversion occupies the top two oors of an imposing Victorian
building, moments from Portobello Road. The property boasts an impressive
dual aspect, rst oor kitchen/reception room, a roof terrace, two double
bedrooms, a study and a bath & shower room. Share of Freehold. Sole Agents.
Located in a quiet enclave off Kensington Square, this charming ground

oor apartment boasts a reception room leading out to a patio garden,
a separate kitchen, two bedrooms (one en suite), a bathroom and
private parking. Share of Freehold.
NORTH KENSINGTON: 020 7313 8350

sales.nkn@marshandparsons.co.uk
LITTLE VENICE: 020 7313 2890

sales.not@marshandparsons.co.uk
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Tavistock Road W11 3,600,000

This exceptional family house offers magnicent proportions and retains much of its period charm. The property boasts a beautifully
designed and presented interior, with a versatile layout allowing the lower oor to be easily used as an independent at. Highlights include
two oors of impressive entertaining space, a tremendous master bedroom suite and a leafy, mature garden. Tavistock Road is superbly
positioned close to a the amenities of the Notting Hill area, including Portobello Road and Westbourne Grove. Freehold. Sole Agents.
NORTH KENSINGTON: 020 7313 8350 sales.nkn@marshandparsons.co.uk
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Chelsea
Hammersmith
Mayfair
Barnes
Clapham
Holland Park
North Kensington
Battersea
Earls Court
Kensington
Notting Hill
Brook Green
Fulham
Little Venice
Princedale Road W11 1,295 per week

Located on one of the most desirable streets in Holland Park, this beautifully refurbished house offers extensive living space.
The property comprises a stunning eat-in kitchen and spacious reception room on the ground floor, while the upper floors boast
a fabulous master bedroom suite, a further double bedroom, dressing room and bathroom. Princedale Road is superbly located
for the excellent local amenities and just a short walk from the Central Line at Holland Park.
HOLLAND PARK: 020 7605 6890 lets.hol@marshandparsons.co.uk
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Ladbroke Road W11 1,200 per week
Lauderdale Road W9 695 per week
This very well presented, split level apartment is located moments from the
amenities of Notting Hill Gate. Arranged over two oors of a period house, the
accommodation comprises a grand double reception room with wooden oors,
a separate tted kitchen, three double bedrooms and two en suite bathrooms.
Situated on the raised ground oor of an impressive period building in Maida

Vale, this superb apartment comprises a large reception room with high
ceilings, a separate kitchen, a master bedroom with en suite, a second large
double bedroom with a mezzanine study area and a family bathroom
NOTTING HILL: 020 7313 6910

lets.not@marshandparsons.co.uk
LITTLE VENICE: 020 7313 2890

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St Mary Abbotts Court W14 525 per week
Kensington Church Street W8 550 per week
Situated moments from Kensington High Street, this beautiful apartment is

located in a smart, well maintained building with concierge. The apartment is
very spacious, offering a double reception room, a separate kitchen, a large
double bedroom with ample storage, a modern bathroom and an additional WC.
Located on the rst oor of a smart period conversion and set back from the
road, this contemporary apartment boasts high ceilings throughout, generous
open plan living space with a modern kitchen and French doors leading to a
sunny balcony, a large bedroom with ample storage and a bathroom.
KENSINGTON: 020 7368 4450

lets.kns@marshandparsons.co.uk
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A wonderful first floor, one bedroom apartment with
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superbly located on Colville Terrace, in the heart of Notting
Hill.
Kitchen/reception room Bedroom Dressing room
Bathroom Terrace
Guide price 950,000

Leasehold
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KENSINGTON
Warwick Gardens W14

A wonderful, period family house with an elegant first floor
drawing room and a good sized garden. The house is on
the market for the first time in forty years and could now
benefit from modernisation.
Reception room Kitchen Dining room Study Master
bedroom, with en suite 3 further bedrooms Bathroom
Garden Lower ground floor flat with kitchen, reception
room, bedroom, bathroom
Guide price 2,950,000

Freehold
Holland Park & Notting Hill

020 7371 1111
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Monmouth Road W2
Enjoying a prime location amongst the charming pavement
cafs of Westbourne Grove, this contemporary living space
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Reception room Kitchen 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms
Patio
Guide price 999,950

Freehold
Hyde Park & Bayswater

020 7402 1552
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KENSINGTON
HOLLAND PARK
De Vere Gardens W8
Lower Addison Gardens W14
A fantastic four floor mid terrace period family home situated in

this wonderful location only minutes from Kensington Gardens
and within walking distance to Kensington High Street.
A light and airy furnished apartment on the second floor of this

period conversion in Holland Park, benefiting from access to the
well maintained communal gardens.
Reception room Separate eat-in kitchen 3 double bedrooms

En suite bathroom Further bathroom Guest cloakroom
Reception room Open-plan kitchen Bedroom

Shower room Access to communal gardens
1,395 per week
325 per week
Unfurnished
Furnished
Holland Park & Notting Hill 020 7371 3377


HOLLAND PARK
HOLLAND PARK
Melbury Road W14
Queensdale Place W11
A very well presented, newly redecorated apartment situated

on the first floor of this well maintained, purpose built, portered
block just minutes away from the open spaces of Holland Park.
A recently refurbished, contemporary house located at the end

of this charming sought after mews in Holland Park.
Reception/dining room Eat-in kitchen 3 bedrooms

Bathroom En suite shower room Balcony
Open plan first floor reception/kitchen/dining room 3 double

bedrooms, 2 en suite Additional bedroom/study
Shower room Private terrace
795 per week Furnished/unfurnished
1,850 per week Unfurnished


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IN THEIR
OWN WORDS
Mark Sommerville, Sales Manager,

Hamptons International
PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICHARD CLARK
ow do you start your day? At a dinner party with some friends not so long
ago this topic came up and I was quite amazed at the difference between
how people get ready and prepare for the onslaught of a busy day in central
London. As my friends and I creep towards our 40th year (October 16th,
cards most welcome) a lot of morning rituals revolve around exercise.
A friend of mine wakes at 4.45am. Reads and watches the news so he can wake up slowly
then he is out for a five-mile run before walking to the station for a one-hour train journey
to work; all this before 9am. For me, until recently I would wake up and within minutes Id
have my two spaniels, Echo and Obi close by (names courtesy of Ben 10 and Star Wars),
and wed be running through the morning mist alone on Ashdown Forest; not a soul
around. Recently, however I have changed my morning ritual. Now I run in Hyde Park at
7am. Never mind the traffic on the A40, I am absolutely stunned by the number of runners.
It seems London is charged with endorphins at present, whether joggers, runners or those
hardy swimmers in the Serpentine. The preparation for each persons day is immense.
There is no doubt that if you prepare well for your day you can perform better during it.
According to Rightmove, there are 142 estate agents in the Notting Hill area. My office
in Westbourne Grove is currently third in terms of available stock, which is great, but we
agents like volume and always want more, which means competing against an awful lot
of extremely talented, enthusiastic (some a bit too enthusiastic when it comes to pricing)
and very professional outfits who are all trying their upmost to get the seller or buyer to
transact business with them. So, in my view, being prepared is essential for success.
My advice to buyers and sellers is not that you need to wake up with the cockerels,
run a marathon and swim the Serpentine before work in order to successfully buy or sell
in central London, but for a buyer there is a huge amount of competition out there. To
show you how much competition youre facing, type W11 into Rightmove, click search,
scroll to the very bottom and usually you will see a five figure number that indicates how
many other people are trying to find similar properties in the area you are looking, which
can be quite a scary prospect. However, if you are prepared with a good solicitor, good
mortgage broker or better still, a pile of cash and are prepared to move like lightening
when your dream home comes along, then you will be putting up a Christmas tree in that
home, happy in the knowledge that you did it. If you are not prepared, someone else will
be sitting in your spot. So good luck to all and heres to a great end for what has been an
incredible year for the capital.
Notting Hill Sales, 301 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, W11 2QA
020 7034 0404, Sommervillem@hamptons-int.com
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WOODSTOCK STUDIOS, W12

2,600,000
Leasehold
An extraordinary three bedroom penthouse

in the former Shepherds Bush BBC studios.
Measuring more than 3,000 sq ft over three
storeys, the lower floor contains a vast
reception room with an open-plan kitchen and
dining area. Also on this level is the master
bedroom suite with a dressing room and a
second bedroom, with a bath and cloakroom.
The middle floor contains another large
reception room/studio with steps up to a sitting
room. From here glass sliding doors lead to a
beautiful terrace with far reaching views. The
top floor houses a third bedroom and a second
terrace. The property benefits from lift access
and underground parking for one car.
17 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EU
Email: info@domusnova.com Tel: 0207 727 1717 Fax: 0207 727 2030 Web: www.domusnova.com
Domus loves: K Lounge Bar, K West Hotel & Spa
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HILLGATE STREET, W8
7,950,000
Freehold
A new build contemporary house designed

by Seth Stein Architects.
Set behind a traditional faade within
Hillgate Village in Notting Hill Gate,
the plan extends 26 metres (85 ft) in
length and provides accommodation on
four floors, arranged around a courtyard
that steps back on each level. The house
consists of three principal bedroom suites
and a guest/housekeeper suite. It provides
two separate living areas on two levels for
formal and less formal living. There is also
an integral garage and in total, four terraces.
26/09/2012 18:00
CLARENDON ROAD, W11

1,450 per week
Interior-designed by Patricia Engelhart and

located in the heart of Notting Hill.
This unique three bedroom property is
accessed via a raised ground floor mezzanine
level, partly dedicated to a home study area.
The space overlooks an informal living area
and a well-designed kitchen and dining room.
Large glass doors lead onto a private terrace,
that provides access to communal gardens.
The remainder of the property comprises a
first floor reception room, indulgent master
bedroom suite, two bedrooms and one family
bathroom.
17 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EU
Email: info@domusnova.com Tel: 0207 727 1717 Fax: 0207 727 2030 Web: www.domusnova.com
Domus loves: Summerill & Bishop, Clarendon Cross
26/09/2012 18:01
SCAMPSTON MEWS, W10

1,050 per week
A beautiful three bedroom mews home,

enthused with bohemian charm and style.
Recently refurbished and located on a
private gated mews, the property comprises
an impressive open-plan living space,
incorporating a bright reception and
contemporary kitchen area. The first floor
unites the spacious master bedroom with
exposed brick walls and a smart family
bathroom, alongside a home study. The
upper level is entirely dedicated to a bright
loft style bedroom which benefits from an
en suite shower room. The property also
offers a parking space for one car.
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our knowledge, contacts and total commitment
to achieve the sale you want. But now we go further
than ever. As members of the Christies International
Real Estate network, we can reach quality buyers
in 42 countries via 1,049 offices and a website
visited 135,600 times a month.
Theres no better way to open your door to the world.
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London, W11 2QA
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PURCHASE
Absolutely is coveting this sumptuous

house in Westbourne Park Road W2
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his is a magnificent
white stucco-fronted
town house in an
excellent Notting Hill
location. Set back from
the street on a large corner plot, it
has a particularly grand entrance
and having been completely
overhauled and architecturally
redesigned, it now stylishly fuses
period and contemporary looks.
The houses triple aspect allows
an abundance of natural light
to flow throughout and it has a
large wrap-around patio garden
stretching from the front to rear.
The raised ground floor is awash
with period features and has a
sumptuous triple-aspect double
reception room with handmade
oak chevron parquet flooring
extending into the hallway
complete with under-floor heating,
feature fireplaces with William IV
style marble surrounds, traditional
folding shutters and high ceilings
with integrated speakers. An
elegant cloakroom is tucked away

just off the hallway for discreet
convenience.
There is a bespoke Roundhouse
open plan kitchen/dining room
with a host of luxurious features,
while bedroom accommodation
is generous and includes an
indulgent high ceilinged first
floor master suite and a
walk-in dressing room with a
walnut finish. There are three
further sumptuous double
bedrooms and two beautifully
appointed bathrooms.
The house is on the market at
4,500,000 Tenure Freehold.
Gross internal area 269 sq
m/2,896 sq ft approx.
Bective Leslie Marsh
020 7221 4805
205 Westbourne Grove
W11 2SB
www.bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
nottinghill@bectiveleslie
marsh.co.uk
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advertisement feature
Finding an agent
you can trust
Rollo Miles
John D Wood & Co.
cant believe October is already upon us.

Time seems to move faster and faster, and
before I know it my little ones will have
grown up and flown the nest.
Time is a strange thing and to us estate
agents, with our gusto working in seasons,
some periods are much busier than others.
This year we have found we are a couple
of months out of kilter; with our wonderful
summer of sporting events and Jubilee
celebrations many potential buyers and
vendors had put their moving plans on hold.
They have now, however, returned to the
market in force and we can certainly feel the
difference.
Every day I am meeting potential new
clients at their properties, and my team are
registering a lot of fresh new buyers. Agents
across London are chasing new stock and
trying to convince vendors to instruct them
over one another; the easiest way of doing
this is by giving them a glory price and
promising them the world. In this climate
this could be a counterproductive method of
selling. It is of course only human nature,
if I was thinking of selling my property and
invited several agents to pitch and one said
my property was worth 10 bananas, and two
others said 12 bananas or even sometimes
15 bananas, I would probably go with the one
which said 12 or 15. When an agent suggests
a price, it is so important to really quiz them
and ask them to justify their thoughts. You
do not want your property languishing on the
market for months nor to listen to the same
story from your agent about tough market
conditions and have to eventually reduce the
asking price. Instead of the whole process
being straightforward, you will put yourself
through a roller coaster of emotions. Here at
John D Wood & Co. we do our best to always
give our clients the right advice whether they
decide to work with us or not.
The second most important factor when
appointing an agent is to understand what
type of buyers they deal with. In the last
six months, more than 60% of our local sales
in have been to international buyers, and
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the percentage is growing. With such a

strong London wide reach and a thorough
knowledge of this world city, we are at
the forefront of the industry and a natural
choice for people relocating here. More
importantly in the last six month over
80% of our sales have been to cash buyers
making the property transaction much
smoother and quicker, especially at a time
where getting a mortgage is not as straight
forward as it was pre-credit crunch.
At John D Wood & Co. traditional values
and a straight-talking approach go hand
in hand with modern technology. That is
why we are different and why our clients
trust us. Our team of professional staff are
always on hand to assist. With the opening
of our seventh office in the Royal Borough
How our buyers are funded
Cash
Finance
For sale in Luxemburg Gardens, W6
Guide Price 5,500,000
of Kensington & Chelsea on Ladbroke

Grove in early November we will continue
to extend our expertise across the area.
This new Ladbroke Grove office will work
closely with our existing Holland Park and
Kensington offices and the rest of John D
Wood & Co.s branch network to go the
extra mile in finding you the right buyer.
If you are thinking of selling or would just
like some professional advice, please do
not hesitate to contact me.
020 7727 2233
rmiles@johndwood.co.uk.
www.johndwood.co.uk
Where our buyers come from
United Kingdom
Europe
Africa
Middle East
N. America
Asia
Russia and CIS
Guide Price 3,500,000
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JOHN D WOOD & CO.NNECTED

Our worldwide connections through our e-marketing attract over 70% of our buyers.
The remainder come through our extensive print advertising, our network of contacts
developed over the last 140 years and, importantly, word of mouth recommendation.
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HOLLAND PARK COURT, W14

A lateral apartment situated in this desirable mansion block. Having recently been extensively refurbished,
the apartment boasts spacious living and entertaining space and underfloor heating. Approx. 1,934 sq ft.
4 bedrooms, en suite bathroom, shower room, open-plan reception, dining room, utility, patio garden.
Freehold Share Guide Price 2,400,000
ADDISLAND COURT, W14

A striking apartment with private garage, positioned on the 2nd floor of this beautiful
Art Deco apartment block in Holland Park. Approx. 1,609 sq ft.
4 bedrooms, en suite bathroom, 2 shower rooms, reception, 2 balconies, porter, lift.
Freehold Share Guide Price 2,250,000
HOLLAND PARK 020 7727 2233 hln.sales@johndwood.co.uk
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ADDISON ROAD, W14

An elegant Victorian family house with a 58 ft. west facing garden and off-street parking. Offered in good decorative
condition and providing both comfortable living and generous entertaining space, arranged over four floors.
4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 shower rooms, 2 reception rooms, dining room, utility room, off-street parking.
Freehold Guide Price 4,950,000
5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, shower room, double reception room, dining room, utility room, storage room, garden.
Freehold Guide Price 2,650,000
KENSINGTON 020 7908 1100 kcs.sales@johndwood.co.uk
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An attractive west facing family house arranged over four floors, approached via a pretty front garden. The house
provides generous living accommodation and is in need of modernisation. Approx. 2,225 sq ft.
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We would like to thank all of our clients for their

support in our first year of business.
Wilfords London is an independent estate agency based in the
heart of Kensington. We sell and rent Londons finest properties
offering you a bespoke service and outstanding results
6 Holland Street W8 4LT I +44(0)20 7361 0400 I www.wilfords.com I info@wilfords.com
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Bullingham Mansions, W8
1.7m
1200 Sq. ft / 112 Sq. M | 3 Bedrooms | Leasehold 99 Years unexpired | RBKC

A beautifully presented and spacious apartment located on the lower ground floor within a handsome period building.
Wilfords London, 6 Holland Street W8 4LT
wilfords.com
+44(0)20 7361 0400
26/09/2012 15:35
Denbigh Road, W11
1.75m
1,252 Sq. Ft / 117 Sq. M | 2 Bedrooms | Leasehold - 990 Years Unexpired | RBKC
A wonderfully bright two bedroom apartment with spectacular south-westerly facing garden.
wilfords.com
+44(0)20 7361 0400
26/09/2012 15:35
Westbourne Terrace, W2
800 per week
954 Sq. Ft / 89 Sq. M | 2 Bedrooms | Long let | Westminster

A beautiful two bedroom flat close to Paddington and the open spaces of Hyde Park.
wilfords.com
+44(0)20 7361 0400
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Chelsea
020 7589 6677
Kensington
020 7795 4288
Notting Hill
020 7221 4805
Ladbroke Grove
020 7221 0330
Brook Green
020 7603 5181
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We believe
in going the
extra mile
You expect great service and this is
precisely what we deliver. We also know
that our business is built on personal
recommendations so we try a little harder
and walk the extra yards to exceed our
clients expectations.
Matthew Marchant, head of sales in Ladbroke Grove,
is typical of our staff. He relies on his in depth market
knowledge to deliver the optimum outcome when
selling your home.
Clients like my understated confidence and ability to
deliver outstanding results. It may be why so many of our
clients 97% in fact - are happy to recommend us.
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020 7589 6677
Kensington
020 7795 4288
Notting Hill
020 7221 4805
Ladbroke Grove
020 7221 0330
Brook Green
020 7603 5181
bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
Designer Chic
Westbourne Park Road Notting Hill W2

A charming three bedroom period house (184 sq m/1,980 sq ft approx.) in this
wonderful Notting Hill location. The property boasts many features including high
ceilings, period fireplaces, wooden floors, floor to ceiling windows and original
shutters. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 cloakrooms, double reception room,
dining room, kitchen, front and rear garden, roof terrace.
Freehold 2,500,000
Notting Hill office
bc@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 4805
Refreshingly different estate agents
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Palatial Apartment
Palace Court Notting Hill W2

A magnificent raised ground floor apartment (226 sq m/2,432 sq ft approx.) in
this secure, professionally portered mansion building. The property boasts a 40
ft interconnecting double reception room with southerly views of Palace Court,
a large kitchen/breakfast room and three spacious bedrooms all with en suite
bathrooms. 3 bedrooms, 3 en suite bathrooms, cloakroom, 2 reception rooms,
kitchen/breakfast room, shared patio.
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Notting Hill office
bc@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 4805
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Chelsea
020 7589 6677
Kensington
020 7795 4288
Notting Hill
020 7221 4805
Ladbroke Grove
020 7221 0330
Brook Green
020 7603 5181
Lateral Elegance
Holland Park Gardens Kensington W14

An outstanding lateral apartment (180 sq m/1,934 sq ft approx.) situated in a handsome and
well maintained building in the heart of the Royal Borough. The property is in immaculate
condition throughout having recently been meticulously refurbished and beautifully
designed to exacting standards boasting vast room proportions. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms,
reception room, kitchen, dining room, guest cloakroom, patio garden, lift access.
Share of Freehold 2,400,000

Kensington office
kt@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7795 4288
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Period Grandeur
Holland Park Notting Hill W2

A charming three bedroom period house (184 sq m/1,980 sq ft approx.) in this
wonderful Notting Hill location. The property boasts many features including high
ceilings, period fireplaces, wooden floors, floor to ceiling windows and original
shutters. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 2 cloakrooms, double reception room,
dining room, kitchen, front and rear garden, roof terrace.
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Kensington office
kt@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7795 4288
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Chelsea
020 7589 6677
Kensington
020 7795 4288
Notting Hill
020 7221 4805
Ladbroke Grove
020 7221 0330
Brook Green
020 7603 5181
Park Life
The Avenue Queens Park NW6

A rare opportunity to acquire one of the original Victorian houses (310 sq m/3,670 sq
ft approx.) on this popular street just north of Queens Park. The property has been
comprehensively refurbished yet retaining much of its original charm and is truly a
wonderful family home. Master bedroom with en suite shower room and dressing room,
4 further bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, cloakroom, reception room, reception room/dining
room, kitchen, utility room, store, cellar, terrace, garage, 150 ft garden, off street parking.
Freehold 2,750,000
Ladbroke Grove office
mm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 0330
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Beautiful Home
McGregor Road Notting Hill W11

A stunning four storey Victorian house (241 sq m/2,591 sq ft approx.) that combines
contemporary and traditional features with practical family living and has been
finished with an eye for detail. McGregor Road runs between All Saints Road and
St Lukes Road and is minutes from the fashionable restaurants Westbourne Grove
and Notting Hill. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms (2 en suite), cloakroom, reception room,
kitchen/dining room, study area, terrace, patio, walled garden.
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Ladbroke Grove office
mm@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 0330
JSA Crayson
020 7221 1117
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020 7589 6677
Kensington
020 7795 4288
Notting Hill
020 7221 4805
Ladbroke Grove
020 7221 0330
Brook Green
020 7603 5181
Hidden Gem
Jay Mews South Kensington SW7

An exceptionally well designed and stylish mews house ideally located in the heart of the
Royal Borough. The property is in excellent condition throughout and boasts extensive and
luxurious living and entertaining space over three floors. 5 bedrooms, 4 en suite bathrooms,
double reception room, kitchen, dining room, 2 cloakrooms, 2 terraces, garage.
Period Elegance
McGregor Road Notting Hill W11

An elegant house finished in a contemporary style whilst retaining period features. The
property boasts a wealth of reception space, ideal for entertaining and a large master en suite
with a luxurious bathroom. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), 1 shower room, double
reception room, kitchen/dining room, study, 2 cloakrooms, utility room, balcony, garden.
Furnished/Unfurnished
4,750 per week
Kensington office
to@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7795 4288
Furnished
4,500 per week (SHORT LET)
Notting Hill office
kf@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 5388
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Lateral Living
Cadogan Gardens Chelsea SW3

A stunning fourth floor flat (with lift) in this portered block overlooking the beautiful
communal gardens. The property offers bright and spacious accommodation with
well proportioned room sizes. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), shower room,
double reception room, kitchen, lift, porter.
Excellent Entertaining
Scampston Mews North Kensington W10
Furnished
3,300 per week
Chelsea office
to@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7795 4288
Furnished/Unfurnished
1,050 per week
A stylishly refurbished mews house laid out over three floors with private off street
Notting Hill office
parking. The property boasts a large open plan reception space ideal for entertaining, with
wood flooring and a wood burner and a spacious master en suite. 3 bedrooms, bathroom, kf@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 5388
en suite shower room, reception room, kitchen, cloakroom, off street parking space.
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Hyde Park Street,

Hyde Park, W2
3,500,000
Leasehold
Bayswater 020 7724 1222
Email sbw@kfh.co.uk
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Positioned steps away from Hyde Park,

this elegant, bright and spacious split
level apartment is arranged over the
top two floors of an imposing stucco
fronted period conversion with a lift.
Three double bedrooms

Spacious drawing room
Elegant living space
18ft kitchen/diner
Large storage cupboard
Bright double aspect
Lift
Close to Paddington station
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Westbourne Terrace,
Bayswater, W2
749,950
Shared freehold
Bayswater 020 7724 1222
Email sbw@kfh.co.uk
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A magnificent one bedroom

apartment boasting stylish
contemporary design and elegant
period features including high
ceilings. This property is located
moments from Hyde Park and
Lancaster Gate underground station.
Beautiful period charm

Classic high ceilings
Wood floors
Handsome living room
Large bedroom
Mezzanine level
Moments to Hyde Park
Near Paddington station
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Queensborough
Terrace,
Bayswater, W2
1,300,000
Leasehold
Bayswater 020 7724 1222
Email sbw@kfh.co.uk
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A modern two bedroom split level

central London penthouse flat
located moments from Hyde Park
and the wide array of shops and
restaurants offered by Queensway
and Westbourne Grove.
Spacious penthouse flat

Full width terrace
Well planned living space
Two bedrooms
Two bathrooms
Stylish modern kitchen
Lift
Near Paddington station
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BATHING BEAUTIES
The Bathing Beauties exhibition,
proudly sponsored by Bective
Leslie Marsh, opened its doors on
14 September at Great Western
Studios. The launch party was a
huge success and the attendees
enjoyed an evening of admiring the
weird and wonderful beach huts
on display. The exhibition which
ran for two weeks showcased 100
maquets showing the virtuosity of
the simple British Beach Hut.
The innovative work was built
from the minds of over
200 architects, artists
and designers from
15 different countries.
bectivelesliemarsh.
co.uk
NOTES
MUSICAL SOCIETY
Mountgrange Heritage are
delighted to continue their
sponsorship of the Kensington
and Chelsea Music Society for
the seventh year running. In
residence again at Leighton
House, KCMS does an excellent
job of showcasing talented
classical musicians. This seasons
programme of eight concerts
welcomes a number of rising stars
as well as seasoned performers
to this beautiful venue in Holland
Park. The season starts with a
return visit from the wonderful
Heath Quartet; to find out more
about this and all future concerts
go to kcmusic.org.uk or pop into
any of the Mountgrange Heritage
offices where there are a limited
number of FREE tickets on offer.
mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
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PRICE TALK WITH

CRAIG TONKIN OF
MARSH & PARSONS
Just what can we expect from what
has traditionally been one of the
busiest times of the year for buying
and selling property? There is
still a shortage of property, across
all price ranges, coming onto the
market in Kensington. As a result,
competitive bidding wars amongst
buyers is guaranteeing great prices
for our clients. For example, we
recently attracted a number of
offers on a fabulous four bedroom
lateral apartment in Kensington
Court, which sold for 3,700,000, in
just a few weeks. Despite the price
increases, its still vital to market a
property at its correct market value;
this will generate the most interest
and can result in a sales price higher
than the marketed price. Smart
sellers know that if they want to
sell their property before Christmas,
they need to act now. Theres not
much time until the holiday season
starts, especially when you consider
that everyone in the industry
(except us), including solicitors and
the banks, start to wind down at the
beginning of December. So act fast!
ctonkin@marshandparsons.co.uk
RENTAL
DEMANDS
by Marc von Grundherr,

Director, Benham and Reeves
Residential Lettings
RUTH BLOOMFIELD ON THE LURE OF THE OLD

If where we live says much about who we are then it
is hard to imagine what future generations will make
of us inhabitants of the early 21st century.
The warlike Romans built their forts, the first
lot of Elizabethans left behind fanciful Italianate
mansions, and the practical Victorians invented
the terrace.
Londons contribution to the evolution of British
architecture looks like being cavernous lateral flats
and supersized new build mansions - some of which
are so vast, and with so many leisure facilities, that
their occupants need rarely venture outside their
electronic gates.
A recent study by property consultant CBRE
unearthed the extraordinary fact that buyers
will pay a 1.35m premium for a brand new two
bedroomed flat in The Royal Borough of Kensington
and Chelsea.
There are some sensible reasons for this: overseas
buyers, such a strong force in Notting Hill and
Business is brisk, with rental

demand in Notting Hill higher than
ever. We recorded our busiest ever
month in August, with the number
of applicants up 23% on August
2011. The number of tenancies
concluded was up 19% on August
2011. Subsequently the number of
tenants concluded in September
was up 19% compared to Sept 2011.
Over 75% of these were for the full
asking rental.
The situation is similar in
Kensington, with September also
phenomenally busy. 24 month
leases with a one-year break clause
are on the rise, suggesting greater
confidence in job security and a
desire by tenants to fi x their rent in
case rents rise. brlets.co.uk
Kensington, see a stigma in

second-hand homes and
dont want to spend time and
effort on maintaining a lovely white stucco home
on Pembridge Gardens or an elegant townhouse on
Campden Hill Square.
And buyers rightly suspect a new home is more
economical to run than a period beauty.
But entire streets of historic homes are now being
upcycled, the facades left pristine but the innards
gutted and reformed.
Perhaps this is simply progress, but anyone who
has visited one of these Tardis homes - extended up,
down, backwards and sideways - will know there
is something sterile about a property designed to
mimic the style and comfort of a five star hotel.
But knowing all the quirks of a leaky, creaky old
house says home in a way that no amount of Carrera
marble and basement fitness suites ever will.
Ruth Bloomfield
NEW LAUNCH
Newman Property
Acquisitions are a
new independent
buying and search
agency. Director
Paul Newman has
worked in the London
property market for
over a decade and has a
proven track record and
success ratio. NPA has
an extensive knowledge
of the market, enabling
them to secure a wide
range of properties,
from luxury apartments, family homes, buy-to-let investments, land
and renovation projects. info@NPAproperty.com 020 7504 1315
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THE
D&G
diary
ello autumn, has anyone else

felt the brusque morning chill
in the air? After all the hype
and hysteria that spread across
London during the summer,
we were hopeful of a busy start
to the month. Notting Hill Carnival left an
exciting buzz and with various new ventures
cropping up, notably the new champagne and
chocolate bar next door, Alexeeva & Jones,
as well as The Orchard around the corner
which is proving to be the perfect new lunch spot, we are really quite lucky.
Our latest recruit, Nicholas Le Ny-Clarke, has joined our Kensington office
and so we have an even stronger team with which to tackle some great new
instructions.
We were the leading office in the company in August and second in
July, showing quite how strong this area is prices are continuing to rise
and with stock levels still being rather low and yet lots of hungry buyers
there is huge demand. Good properties are selling very quickly and often
at or near the asking price so if you are deliberating a move it is a very
sensible time indeed.
Maddie Lewington, 020 7727 7777; dng.co.uk
MARTIN BIKHIT
KAY & CO ON MIDDLE
EASTERN BUYERS
The market has returned to W2 with
an early flurry of activity in September.
Buyers interests have awoken from the
domestic and international markets with
a particular strong influx of purchasers
from the Middle East. Continuing problems
and the prospect of further instability in
the region is prompting high net worth
individuals to plough significant amounts
of money into this part of London. Indeed
about 40% of our registered buyers
originate from this part of the world. This
desire to spread risk and diversify interests
beyond the region is further helped by
the fact that compared to the price peak
in prime central London property which took place in the third quarter of of
2007, buyers from the Middle East are now benefitting from price discounts
of as much as 30 per cent, due to the lower value of sterling. Given that no
immediate appreciation in the value of sterling is predicted it is extremely likely
that this advantage is set to continue for the foreseeable future. Our largest
clients are currently seeking to acquire a combination of properties which will
offer a balanced portfolio made up of smaller flats or apartment buildings which
offer a sound rental return as well as larger lateral trophy apartments and well
situated low-built houses which offer long term capital appreciation. However,
a continuing restriction in supply is causing the overall market in W2 to shrink.
Land registry data has recorded sales transactions down from 344 in the first
half of 2011 to 328 in the first half of 2012, a reduction of 4.65%, which helps to
underpin values. Kay & Co, m.bikhit@kayandco.com
W2
Paul Hyman, Sales Manager of Kinleigh

Folkard & Haywards Bayswater branch
MY FAVOURITE
RESTAURANT IS...
Four Seasons, 84 Queensway.

Famed for their delicious
Roast Duck you are always
guaranteed a great meal.
Be sure to book, as they are
constantly busy.
THE BEST KEPT

SECRET IS...
The perfectly manicured

private gardens of Cleveland
Square. They host the best
garden parties in W2.
THE FINEST PLACE

FOR A COCKTAIL IS...
Westbourne House,
65 Westbourne Grove
With a superb host of classics
and an impressive array of
original concoctions, its a
wonderful place to unwind.
THE MOST STYLISH

BOUTIQUE IS...
Ming Lampsons art-deco
style atelier at 108 Talbot
Road is a truly inspirational
and ultra-stylish boutique.
mingjewellery.com
A LOST HOUR WOULD

BE SPENT...
Browsing the stalls on
Portobello Road. With so
much on offer, from food
to clothes to antiques,
it is always worth a wander.
AN EXCEPTIONAL
PROPERTY IS...
Lancaster Gate, W2
1,650,000 Share of freehold
Contact Kinleigh Folkard &
Haywards Bayswater branch
020 7724 1222
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Hamptons Kensington
Lettings. 020 7937 9372
kensingtonlettings@hamptons-int.com
Stafford
Terrace,W8
W8- -650pw,
2,950 Furnished
per week, furnished
Cheniston Gardens,
A fantastic 3 bedroom maisonette on the sought after streets of the Phillimore Estate. The property has wooden floors throughout, an integrated remote
An immaculately refurbished two bedroom apartment in the heart of Kensington. The apartment comprises a bright open plan reception and kitchen with
controlled sound system, lutron lighting, underfloor heating, a roof terrace and a garden to the rear.
wooden floors, a modern bathroom and two double bedrooms with good storage. The apartment is furnished to a high standard.
Gold Winner in Best for Property Management
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Winner in Best for Property Management
Hamptons International has been crowned Gold Winner in Best for Property Management and at the 2011 Lettings Agency of the Year Awards
The right buyers and tenants delivered fast since 1869.
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Hamptons Notting Hill

Sales. 020 7717 5469
nottinghill@hamptons-int.com
Colville Terrace, W11 - 2,500,000 - Leasehold

On the raised ground and ground floors of a beautifully refurbished building.
This duplex flat has a great-sized living space with sleek open-plan kitchen and
reception room opening onto a landscaped garden.
Queensdale Road, W11 - 1,450,000 - Share of Freehold
Talbot Road, W11 - 850,000 - Leasehold

On the top floor of a corner end-of-terrace period building. The living room faces
south so is flooded with light and has far reaching views down Ledbury Road.
This one bedroom flat also has a large decked roof terrace.
Westbourne Grove, W11 - 450,000 - Leasehold
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On one of the preferred leafy streets in Holland Park, this apartment is tastefully
finished in a contemporary style, with a large living room, two bedrooms
downstairs and a roof terrace.
A bright one bedroom, purpose built flat which has been tastefully refurbished
with direct access to communal gardens, just off Portobello Road.
24/09/2012 17:29
Hamptons Notting Hill

Lettings. 020 7034 0405
nottinghilllettings@hamptons-int.com
Pembridge Villas, W11 - 1,200 per week furnished/part furnished

A stunning modern and recently refurbished two bedroom conversion flat with
wood floors, good storage and benefiting from a generous garden with private
decked terrace.
Wilby Mews, W11 - 1,275 per week unfurnished

A charming three bedroom mews house offering bright and spacious
accommodation and located in this superb quiet mews in the heart of Notting Hill
complete with its own private garden.
Portobello Road, W11 - 1,000 per week unfurnished

A two bedroom flat on the world famous Portobello Road in an end of terrace
Victorian building. The apartment has its own front door at street level with a
hallway leading up to the first floor living room. The property has a fantastic
roof terrace with great views along Portobello Road.
St Lawrence Terrace, W10 - 2,500 per week unfurnished

A fabulous, newly refurbished five bedroom family home with wood floors
throughout and a contemporary paved garden. This house is located just
moments from the local amenities of Notting Hill Gate and Holland Park.
Gold Winner in Best for Property Management
The right buyers and tenants delivered fast since 1869.
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TAVISTOCK ROAD
NOTTING HILL W11
This beautifully presented three bedroom house,

occupying approximately 2,200 sq ft, is arranged over
four floors. The property has excellent entertaining
space, including a wonderful drawing room on the
raised ground floor and a large kitchen/family room
on the lower ground floor. The dining area has folding
doors leading to a private south-east facing garden.
Price upon application through Strutt and Parker
020 7221 1111
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DREAM
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UP YOUR STREET
with Rollo Miles from
John D Wood & Co
WARWICK GARDENS W14

A wonderful period family house
with an elegant fi rst floor drawing
room along with five bedrooms and
a good sized garden. The house is
on the market for the fi rst time in
40 years and could now benefit
from modernisation.
Guide Price 2.95m
Through Carter Jonas,
020 7371 1111
Holland Park W11
CARANDAY VILLAS W11
A meticulously well-presented, contemporary

three double bedroom house offering superb openplan living, master bedroom with en-suite shower
room, two further double bedrooms and second
bathroom. Theres a constant sense of brightness
and space throughout the house, with light
flooding in from a large glass-panelled skylight.
The house benefits from a secure garage as well as
off-street parking. This property would make an
ideal home for a young family, investor or someone
simply looking for a secure base in central London.
Asking Price 1,600,000 Freehold
(subject to contract)
Through Jackson-Stops & Staff , 020 7727 5111
This stunning property has recently undergone a

comprehensive refurbishment by a contemporary
French interior designer. The apartment offers
a bright interior, high ceilings and elegant
proportions. Situated on the second floor of
a spectacular period building (with lift), and
overlooking Holland Park, its oversized windows,
which open onto balconies, allow magnificent
views from both facades. It is a few yards away
from the entrance to the park.
Guide Price 1,050,000 L/H
Through John D Wood 020 7727 2233
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Oxford Gardens, W10 6,850,000 Freehold

An outstanding double-fronted detached period house on one of the best streets in North Kensington offering
extensive and flexible family accommodation. The house benefits from a beautiful landscaped garden as well as a
self-contained flat with one bedroom on the lower ground floor. There is the opportunity
to configure the space to personal requirements and potential for further development
to extend the house significantly (subject to the usual consents). Drawing room, dining
room, kitchen breakfast room, family room, master bedroom suite, six bedrooms, three
bathrooms (two en-suite), two cloakrooms, two roof terraces and landscaped garden.
Separate flat with reception room, open-plan kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Sole Agents
For all enquiries contact:
Helen Hope, Associate Director North Kensington Office
020 8960 0181 helen@mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
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Stratford Road, W8 1,400,000 Share of Freehold

This charming and bright second and third floor maisonette is situated on one of the most popular streets in W8. The property benefits from well-proportioned
rooms, beautiful original wooden flooring throughout and a terrace off the reception room providing glorious views over Kensington. Stratford Road is a beautiful
little street offering the many friendly local shops of Stratford Village but is also only a few minutes walk from all the shops, restaurants and transport facilities
of Kensington High Street. The property is also a short walk from Gloucester Road and Earls Court. Reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, two double
bedrooms, bathroom, two cloakrooms and terrace. Sole Agents
020 7937 9976 chloe @ mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
Thalia Bryan Director
A new season of music from the Kensington and Chelsea Music Society is about to
start at Leighton House. There are eight concerts in the 2012 -2013 programme
which starts on Tuesday 23rd October and brings you a recital every month up until
May 2013 dont miss it! Mountgrange Heritage are proud to sponsor KCMS for
the seventh year running and you can drop in to any of our offices now to pick
up a programme or you can read it at mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
Kensington Office 020 7937 9976 Notting Hill Office 020 7221 2277 North Kensington Office 020 8960 0181
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Alma Terrace, W8 4,700 per week

A truly magnificent family house in the very heart of Kensington which has been redesigned to optimise space and light throughout. On this sleepy street just
south of Kensington High Street in Stratford Village the property faces east and so benefits from a beautiful split-level west-facing garden as well as a wonderful
roof terrace. The house offers superb entertaining space including a cinema room as well as generous family living accommodation. The owners designed the
house for themselves meaning the attention to detail is unlimited and it feels like a home rather than just a space in which to live. Drawing room, dining room,
cinema room, family room, kitchen, master suite, study, five further bedrooms, dressing room/office, dressing room two, utility room, garden and roof terrace.
020 7937 9976 amanda @ mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
At Mountgrange Heritage we dont just see our local area as somewhere we work but
as somewhere we belong; our village. We produce our Village Matters newsletter to
shout about the great businesses and personalities that make up the village. Pick up the
latest copy from one of our offices now or read it at mountgrangeheritage.co.uk
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beaneypearce.co.uk
Electric living
Notting Hill
An impressive and bright
newly refurbished two double
bedroom apartment in a superb
location. This property provides
an abundance of storage and
benefits from a huge terrace at
the rear of the property which
is perfect for BBQs, parties or
sunbathing in private and a
small terrace at the front of the
property so you can absorb the
atmosphere of the Portobello
Road. (990 sq.ft/ 92.sq.m)
2 bedrooms (1 en-suite)Open
plan reception/kitchen
2 bathrooms
Private terraces
Unfurnished
1,100 per week
020 7221 9044
Tranquil haven
Holland Park
A pretty and spacious mews house
minutes walk from the beautiful open
spaces of Holland Park. The property
benefits from a spacious open plan
reception and kitchen which provides
a great entertaining space. Located
five minutes walk from Holland Park
Underground station with excellent
transport links to town and the city. The
house is also perfectly located for all of
the shops restaurants and bars of Notting
Hill and Holland Park. This is a very pretty
mews house in a truly desirable location.
(1405 sq.ft/ 130.52 sq.m)
2 bedrooms (1 en-suite)
Open plan reception/kitchen
2 bathrooms
Study
Cloakroom
Private balcony
Furnished
975 per week
020 7221 9044
Chelsea
Notting Hill
South Kensington
T: 020 7590 9500
T: 020 7221 9044
T: 020 7838 1888
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Established 1991
Classic Victorian Vicarage

West Kensington
An imposing, semi-detached,
double fronted former Vicarage
with classically proportioned rooms
providing ideal space for entertaining,
set behind a Ruskinian Gothic faade.
The house is arranged over only four
floors, and is by framed by attractive
gardens at the front and rear. The rear
of the property additionally offers the
potential to extend, subject to the
necessary consents.
Auriol Road runs parallel to Edith Road
and has good transport links to nearby
High Street Kensington, as well as to
Barons Court and Kensington Olympia.
(3465 sq.ft/ 322 sq.m)
7 bedrooms
4 reception rooms
Kitchen/breakfast room
3 bathrooms
Front and rear gardens
Freehold
2,485,000
020 7221 9044
JSA Carter Jonas 020 7371 1111
Perfectly positioned
private & peaceful
Kensington
A delightful freehold house in this
quiet, charming and unique private
mews with excellent entertaining
space, three good double bedrooms
and a terrace. With windows on
both sides, this is a light house
with separate access onto Canning
Passage. Kensington Gardens is within
walking distance, as are the wealth
of amenities on Gloucester Road and
Kensington High Street. (1,622 sq.ft/
150.7 sq.m)
3 bedrooms (all en-suite)
Double reception room
Kitchen/dining room
2 bathrooms
Cloakroom
Terrace
Freehold
2,795,000
020 7838 1888
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London W11 2SH
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I found and rented my apartment in Notting Hill thanks to the wonderful

team at Homesite. Douglas and Diana were not only really nice when I
went to see the apartment, but were also ready to provide any information
I needed and willing to answer all of my questions throughout the rest of
the process. Since I had just arrived in London from NYC, I was particularly
thankful that they guided me through the credit check and other steps, which
streamlined the process and made it much less stressful. And they treated
everyone like real people, which isnt always the case in the real estate
business. I am looking forward to dealing with them on future issues and
would highly recommend the Homesite team to any other apartment seekers.
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Craven Hill Gardens, W2
PA R K
N O T T I N G
575 per week
A bright south facing apartment recently redecorated and offered in very good condition throughout, located on this quiet street a stones throw
from Hyde Park. Queensway, with its eclectic mix of restaurants, shops plus both Bayswater & Queensway tube stations, is a short walk away.
Lancaster Gate tube & Paddington Mainline Station (Heathrow Express) are also in close proximity.
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Lorne Gardens, W11
H O L L A N D
PA R K
477,000
Offered in very good condition, this large one bedroom apartment (736 sq ft) has a state of the art kitchen, including Miele appliances, a generous bathroom
and extensive storage throughout. Located in this portered purpose built building situated next to the Kensington Hilton, across from Westfield shopping
centre.The property further benefits from excellent transport links close to hand including Shepherds Bush and Holland Park tube stations.
Kensington Gardens Square, W2
640,000
Stylish second floor apartment with high ceilings, wood floors, contemporary kitchen and a modern bathroom. Set within this highly sought
after development, the apartment has an underground parking space and full access to the swimming pool, squash court & gymnasium. There
is also a twenty four hour porter. Located on Westbourne Grove, the hub of Notting Hill & Bayswater, both Hyde Park & Paddington Mainline
Station are also easily accessible.
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A spacious 3rd floor lateral apartment of approx. 1,570 sq ft., conveniently located for the amenities and
boutiques of Notting Hill and Kensington High Street. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception, caretaker, lift.
2,100,000 Leasehold 020 7229 2404 nottinghill@faronsutaria.co.uk
POWIS TERRACE, W11

A well proportioned maisonette of approx. 1,200 sq ft. with access to a private patio
garden from both floors. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen/diner.
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A striking architecturally designed maisonette spanning three floors, with its
own private street entrance. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms.
LINDEN GARDENS, W2
A penthouse apartment designed to the utmost detail, offering spacious
contemporary living. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, roof terrace.
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internationally respected
locally renowned
Queens Gate, London, SW7

Set in this imposing corner residence, Top floor (lift) One Bedroom, Feature vaulted ceiling to the Reception room.
Plus Pice de rsistance a fabulous Roof Terrace with far reaching views WOW.
1,250,000 Long Lease Sole Agents.
Edwardes Square, W8
Currently being refurbished is this superb two bedroom

apartment in this well maintained portered block in this
beautiful garden square moments from Kensington High
Street & Holland Park. Heating & hot water included
695 Per Week
0207 937 9777

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Huntsmore House, W8
A fantastic neutrally decorated two bedroom apartment with

balcony in this portered block with a private gym, swimming
pool, underground parking & communal gardens
750 Per Week

21 Earls Court Road London W8 6EB
www.rickmanproperties.com
21/09/2012 14:29
LUXURIOUS
LETTINGS
Contemporary
mews living
Rede Place, W2
his contemporary three

bedroom mews house
is tucked away close to
Westbourne Grove.
The property has been built to the
most exacting standard throughout
with every detail wonderfully
designed and executed. The
property is laid out over three
floors, on the lower floor a fabulous
and spacious kitchen, dining and
reception area.
A large glass skylight in the

roof has been installed over a
glass staircase allowing light to
fall through the house from top to
bottom.
A further effect of the glass
stair design is to pull together the
floors in an open plan, integrated
manner allowing the house to be
free flowing and airy. The house
is fully comprehensive, as to be
expected from a scheme of this
level, with under-floor heating
and speakers throughout, wood
flooring, high tech security
and intelligent lighting. This
is a property with wow factor

combining attention to detail,
precision and style.
Located within the city of
Westminster, local shopping
and transport is close to hand
in Westbourne Grove and Royal
Oak, Bayswater and Notting Hill
underground stations.
3,000 per week
Wilfords London
6 Holland Street, W8 4LT
info@wilfords.com
020 7361 0400
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MOVING IN
Local agents recommend their favourite
local haunts and the best places to...
...entertain the
kids
TOMS DELI
...enjoy street life
PORTOBELLO ROAD
... find pampering

for mum
Bursting with life, Portobello Road

is at the ever-changing heart of
Notting Hill. It is home to Portobello
Market and is one of the most
famous street markets in the world.
Keith Rigby, Director, Bective Leslie Marsh
keith.rigby@bectivelesliemarsh.co.uk
020 7221 4805
BEAUTY WORKS
WEST
...hang out
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uncover the
unusual
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find interior
inspiration
135 Portland Road, W11 4LW

020 7229 8331
Its a classic in the area, and theres
good reason for its status as such. Ive been
in and out of Julies since the mid-1990s, and
whether for a quick cocktail, extravagant dinner
or lazy Sunday lunch with the family it always
delivers. Extra special on a late summer evening
seated outside.
Richard King, Sales Manager, Beaney Pearce,
020 7221 9044; rking@beaneypearce.co.uk
Take a walk down Leinster

Gardens and see if you can spot
the dummy houses. The entire
five-storey facade of the pretend houses were
built to shares the same balconies, columns
and decoration as its neighbours to disguise
the railway lines but the game is given away
by the 18 blackened windows.
Paul Hyman, Sales Manager
Kinleigh Folkard & Hayward 020 3280 3504
phyman@kfh.co.uk
Tara Michelle Interiors Ltd

31 Courtnell Street W2
Whenever I need inspiration or
expert advice, I always turn to Tara Michelle
Interiors there really isnt anything that she
doesnt know about interior design.You are
guaranteed to receive excellent, professional
advice and Tara will have your property fully
furnished and looking fabulous within weeks.
Liza-Jane Kelly, Marsh & Parsons,
020 8846 3497,
ljkelly@marshandparsons.co.uk
226 Westbourne Grove W11

020 7221 8818
Without a shadow of a doubt, the
best place to take the kids for a treat
after school or at the weekend is Toms. With
a superb sweetshop in the front and a casual
dining area in the back its a must for young and
old alike. As well as traditional sweets,
they offer American candy and their
milkshakes are delicious.
Miles Meacock, Strutt & Parker, 020 7221 1111
miles.meacock@struttandparker.com
JULIES RESTAURANT
& CHAMPAGNE BAR
LEINSTER GARDENS
W2
8-9 Lambton Place, W11

020 7221 2248
beautyworkswest.com
When Mrs Hargreaves feels the need for a welldeserved spot of pampering, a trip across the
mews into the luxurious surroundings of Beauty
Works West to be treated by their wonderful
therapists is the order of the day. The big easy
massage comes highly recommended.
Nigel Hargreaves, Homesite 020 7243 3535
nhargreaves@homesite.co.uk
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Holland Park Office:

020 7727 5111
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Lettings:
020 7727 5222
Holland Park Avenue W11
jackson-stops.co.uk/London
1,175,000 Leasehold
A wonderfully light and contemporary duplex apartment is presented to the market in this convenient
Holland Park location. The apartment is beautifully presented throughout, with high ceilings on the 1st
floor and French doors leading onto a decked flat roof. This property would make an ideal pied-a-terre
or would suit a young professional looking for a base in central London close to transport links to the city.
Approx 941 sq ft, open plan kitchen/reception room, master bedroom with en suite, study/2nd
bedroom, utility room, WC, decked flat roof.
Holland Park Office: 020 7727 5111 holland.park@jackson-stops.co.uk
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Ladbroke Terrace W11
1390 per week Unfurnished
A spacious and bright top floor apartment with lovely roof top views and excellent storage throughout.
Situated in this very convenient location just moments away from the amenities and transport links of
Notting Hill Gate, the green open spaces of Holland Park are also just a short walk away.
Approx 1750 sq ft, reception room, kitchen/breakfast room, 3 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, available
to rent immediately.
Holland Park Office: 020 7727 5222 holland.park@jackson-stops.co.uk
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1,500,000 Freehold
Matheson Road, W14
A substantial and well configured family home, situated in this convenient
location. The house offers excellent proportions over four floors, as well as
enjoying a good size garden and cellar.
5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, Kitchen, Dining room,

Study, Garden, Cellar.
Kensington Sales 020 7792 1881

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www.douglasandgordon.com
1,500,000 Leasehold
Palace Gardens Terrace, W8
A superb maisonette situated in this popular and attractive cherry tree lined
street. The property has excellent bright accommodation arranged over two
floors.
2 double bedrooms, En suite shower room, Bathroom, Reception room,

Kitchen, Terrace.
Kensington Sales 020 7792 1881

kensales@dng.co.uk
19/09/2012 17:34
Three is the
magic number
If you are looking to buy or sell in South Kensington
D&G now have three offices with the opening of our
new Harrington Road office.
925,000 Share of Freehold

Colville Gardens, W11
A superb first floor period apartment with high ceilings and original sash
windows. The apartment enjoys glorious views over the communal gardens.
Double bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen.

nhsales@dng.co.uk
19/09/2012 17:34
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84840 for details
of properties near
you now.
North
Chelsea
Fulham
Hammersmith &
Shepherds Bush
Kensington
Kensington Gate
South Kensington
Notting Hill
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Balham
Battersea
Battersea Park
Clapham Southside
East Putney
West Putney
825,000 Share of Freehold

Gloucester Terrace W2
A beautiful first floor apartment with magnificent reception room enjoying original
high ceilings, bay window and an open plan living, kitchen, dining room.
2 bedrooms, Bathroom, Reception room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, Balcony.

nhsales@dng.co.uk
19/09/2012 17:35
Building blocks that

can house the homeless
You can now donate 5 by recycling your old mobile.
Simply collect a freepost envelope from a D&G office.
995 per week Unfurnished

Campden Hill Gardens W8
A fabulous, contemporary style apartment in this

period conversion benefitting from high ceilings
and wooden floors.
Kensington Lettings Office: 020 7792 1331

kenlets@dng.co.uk
3 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower room,

Double reception room with dining area, Kitchen, Patio.
695 per week Furnished

Stanley Gardens W11
A superb, smart and stylish flat presented in

immaculate condition with direct access to
communal gardens.
Notting Hill Lettings Office: 020 7727 8000

nhlets@dng.co.uk
2 double bedrooms, Shower room, Cloakroom,

Reception room, Kitchen, Patio, Communal gardens.
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19/09/2012 12:59
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84840 for details
of properties near
you now.
North
Chelsea
Fulham
Hammersmith &
Shepherds Bush
Kensington
Kensington Gate
South Kensington
Notting Hill
South
Balham
Battersea
Battersea Park
Clapham Southside
East Putney
West Putney
625 per week Furnished

Linden Gardens W2
An extremely spacious garden flat in this

period building, presented in good condition
and neutrally decorated throughout.
Kensington Lettings Office: 020 7792 1331

kenlets@dng.co.uk
2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite),

Reception room, Kitchen, Garden.
495 per week Furnished/

Unfurnished
Alexander Street W2
DOUGLAS-LETTINGS-OCT.indd 3
A super first floor flat offering a wonderful

reception room with high ceilings leadings onto
a large balcony.
Notting Hill Lettings: 020 7727 8000

nhlets@dng.co.uk
Double bedroom, Bathroom, Reception room,

Open-plan kitchen, Balcony.
19/09/2012 12:59
Ed Mead
Superbike racer and Sales Director
Qualified racer Ed will never cut corners but thinks
nothing of taking them at great speed on his Ducati
superbike. Our people are what make us great and
Ed is brave and committed.
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