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On behalf of the Residents’ Journal team, we would like to wish readers a very merry Christmas. However you choose to spend your time over the festive period, may family and friends bring you abundant joy. We’ve headed to the streets this month to ask a few familiar faces what Christmas and the festive period means to them; some spend the big day listening to Thomas Beecham’s version of Messiah and others watch the children drown the tasteful, painstakingly decorated tree

(and house) in tinsel. Flick to page eight to get into the spirit.

As the party invitations start to flood through letterboxes, we have rounded up some of our favourite events happening right on your doorstep on our calendar (p. 12), as well as seeking out all of Santa’s grottos landing in the local area this

month (p. 26). Jennifer Mason also has the pleasure of meeting the infinitely talented, local jewellery designer Kate Hopwood (p. 23) and popped down for a make-up lesson with the artistic Kristina Gasperas (p. 21).

Please do not hesitate to get in contact with your news and updates, email contact@residentsjournal.co.uk. We look forward to bringing you all of the latest local news and interesting features in 2014. Until next year…

Dear Resident,

Managing Editor Katie Randall

Assistant Editor Lauren Romano

Main Editorial Contributor Jennifer Mason

Editorial InternMaisy Molloy

Editor-in-Chief Lesley Ellwood

Managing DirectorEren Ellwood

General Manager Fiona Fenwick

Senior Designer Grace Linn

Production Hugo Wheatley

Alex Powell Oscar Viney

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Associate Publisher Sophie Roberts

Client Relationship Director Felicity Morgan-Harvey

Business Development ManagerAlexandra Vogel

Communications Director Loren Penney

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Kew Gardens’Temperate House in winterImage / RBG Kew

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NOTEBOOKKeep your finger on the pulse with our round-up of local news

TW9 ST JUDE’S STORM

Although Kew Gardens had to close its doors for two days following the damaging St Jude’s Storm at the end of October, only 12 out of 14,000 trees were lost in the high winds. Kew’s dedicated ground staff deserve congratulations for not only securing the park prior to the storm but for their rapid clear-up in the subsequent days.

(kew.org)

TW10 HAM HOUSE

As part of Ham House’s ‘Handmade Christmas’ season this December you can make a traditional kissing bough or create your own festive baubles.

12 December: Baubles 11am-1pm, Kissing Bough 1.45pm-3.45pm, £23 (refreshments and garden entry included). Ham House and Gardens, Ham Street, Ham, Richmond upon Thames TW10 7RS, 020 8940 1950 (nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house)

SW15 COMMON DEVELOPMENT

The Conservators of Putney Common are considering the construction of a six metre wide tarmacked road, more than 100 metres long on common land, for private access to a block of luxury flats and an academy. The Friends of Putney Common, a community group who seek to protect the green space, are trying to raise £15,000 within 30 days to fight construction; they argue that an 1871 act states that Putney Common is ‘not to be encroached, sold or built upon.’

For more information, visit justgiving.com/local/project/friendsofputneycommon

Image / RBG Kew

Putney Common. Image / from Flickr by Phototoast

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TW9 THE AWARD WINNER

Earlier this Autumn, Richmond favourite Cook & Garcia was named ‘Best Independent Outlet’ by Lunch Business, the Grab & Go awards 2013. Many congratulations, here’s to another year of tasty grub.

Cook & Garcia, Unit 1, 25 The Quadrant Richmond, TW9 1DJ, 020 8948 7777 (cookandgarcia.co.uk)

THE PERFECT PORTRAIT

Local Richmond resident Idil Sukan — illustrious photographer and Creative Director of the west London photography and design agency Draw HQ — has had her portrait of British actress Celia Imrie selected for permanent acquisition by the National Portrait Gallery. Idil has photographed many celebrities during her career, including the likes of Michael Gambon and Tom Hiddleston, and has been the official photographer at the Moët British Independent Film Awards for the last two years.

To see more of Idil’s portraits, visit idilsukan.com or follow her on Twitter @idilsukan

TW9 REWARDS FOR

HARD WORK

The Posteraro family (Peter, Lisa, Oscar and Antonella, above) run The Pen Ponds Café in Richmond Park, which, rumour has it, is home to the best coffee and bacon rolls in town. Recently a group of local residents, dog walkers, cyclists and other park users gathered to present the Posteraro family with a cake and a family portrait of them in the kiosk painted by a local artist to thank them for their hard work and exceptional service to the local area.

TW11

RESIDENTS

RECOMMEND

Love U Mum, the new coffee-shop on Church Road that opened in late August, has been given the thumbs up by Nappy Valley Net Richmond (nappyvalleynet.com/richmond) readers for its delicious treats.

Church RoadTeddington, TW11 8PB

SW13 COMMUNITY

CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

Each Christmas, Castelnau Community Centre hosts a raffle to raise funds to support socially excluded and vulnerable local residents. This year, its target is £5,000. Businesses and individuals can donate prizes or funds to the raffle (by 6 December), or give gifts to the separate Toy Appeal campaign, which will then be handed out to underprivileged children.

Raffle tickets, £1 each (six for £3) are on sale from 1 December at the Castelnau Centre and Holy Trinity Church in Barnes. The prize draw will be held on 19 December at 11.30am (castelnaucentreproject.co.uk)

Celia Imrie by Idil Sukan

SW13 WWt London Wetland Centre

Find out what cranes and cranberries have in common at the WWT ‘Craneberry Fest’ activity days, where you can also make your own cranberry-inspired Christmas decorations.

Free with admission (extra charge for decoration making), 11.30am and 2.30pm, Saturdays and Sundays until 15 December, London Wetlands Centre, Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, Barnes, SW13 9WT020 8409 4400 (wwt.org.uk)

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SW19 THEATRE THERAPY

This Christmas, help the Polka Theatre share its amazing live performances with children from

deprived areas of south London, and those with special access needs, by donating to its festive fund.

All donations will be doubled by Arts Council England. To donate, visit polkatheatre.com

The New Wimbledon Theatre, its parent company the Ambassador Theatre Group (ATG) and panto producers First Family Entertainment (FEE) have

joined forces with the charity When You Wish Upon A Star this Christmas to make dreams come true.

Together they hope to raise £65,000 to charter the Orient Express to take poorly children suffering from life-threatening illnesses on a magical train

ride to visit the Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter.

FFE and ATG have pledged to donate 50p from every pantomime programme sold to the cause(atgtickets.com/new-wimbledon-theatre)

SW19 THE MERTON

CIVIC AWARDS

Voting is now open online for the 2014 Merton Civic Awards. Started in 2013 to honour local residents who have shown commitment to others in the borough and made a difference in the community, the awards (in association with the Wimbledon Guardian) are set to be even bigger and better than ever.

Voting closes 7 February 2014 for more information, visit wimbledonguardian.co.uk/mertoncivicawards

SW19 NEW LOOK

FOR OUR LIBRARY

Wimbledon Library is set for a revamp this winter. The listed building will be redecorated throughout and will play home to a new study space, extra computers and a seating area at the front of the library. Improvements are expected to be completed in mid-December.

01159 293388 (merton.gov.uk)

SW13 THE FOOD LIST

Local gourmet spot Orange Pekoe Teas was featured in this year’s The Sunday Times Cheap Eats guide which details Britain’s top 130 restaurants under £50. Take a trip down for more than just a pot of tea and see if you agree.

Orange Pekoe, 3 White Hart Lane SW13 0PX, 020 8876 6070 (orangepekoeteas.com)

SW15 GREAT

PUTNEY BAKE OFF

This month, the Putney Bake Club will host its Christmas event full of delicious festive treats. If you fancy yourself as a baker, why not sign up and join in?

14 December, 2.30pm, sign-up essential. Lost & Co, 160 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS (putneycakeclub.wordpress.com)

Wimbledon Library Image / Tom Magliery

SW20 CELEBRATE

GOOD TIMES

Last month the Wimbledon W.I. celebrated its fifth birthday. Congratulations, ladies!

(wimbledonwi.org.uk)

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SW19 The Darling Collective

Clare Hutchison of Froufrou & Thomas will show you how to make your own luxury Christmas crackers at home.

9 December, 2pm-6pm, £70 (one cracker, mulled wine & mince pie included). Cannizaro House West Side Common, Wimbledon SW19 4UE, 0870 961 9030 (darlingcollective.com)

TW2 Squires Garden Centre

Bring foliage from your own garden or select from a variety of greens provided while the resident plant experts talk you through making your own festive wreath.

4 December, 6.30pm £20 (materials & mince pies included). Squires Garden Centre, Sixth Cross Road, Twickenham, TW2 5PA 020 8977 9241 (squiresgardencentres.co.uk)

SW15 The Décor Café

Florist Helen Edwards leads this session where you will decorate a pre-made pine wreath with fresh flowers.

SW15 & SW19

NEW FACE

oF THE

CoMMoNs

The Conservators of Wimbledon and Putney Commons have announced that simon Lee will be appointed as chief executive of the Commons on 1 March 2014 in succession to the retiring Gordon Vincent who the WPCC praises for his 10 years of commitment. Mr Lee has 12 years experience managing London’s green spaces as superintendent of Hampstead Heath. The WPCC Chairman, david devons said; ‘we are delighted to welcome simon Lee who will bring a wealth of experience in public open space management.’

(wpcc.org.uk)

SW15 CHILdHood sUITE-HEArT

Parents shopping at the Putney Exchange have a treat in store when it comes to nappy change time. Last month the centre opened its new Baby Care suite, a state-of-the-art facility which includes a separate baby-changing zone, a dedicated feeding area with specially-designed feeding chairs, as well as two family cubicles where Mum and dad can remain together with their little ones, rather than splitting up.

Image / Strawberry Hill House

CrEATIVE CHrIsTMAs

Get involved with some local dIY festive activities

Simon Lee. Image / WPCC

6 December, 10am-12.30pm £70 (materials & refreshments included). The Décor Café, 24 Campion Road, SW15 6NW020 8355 6095 (thedecorcafe.com)

TW10 Petersham Nurseries

Traditional wreath-making lessons using seasonal foliage with Petersham Nurseries’ in-house florists ronny de Koning and Thomas Broom.

6 December & 10 December 10am-1pm, £85 (materials included). Petersham Nurseries, Church Lane, off Petersham Road, Richmond TW10 7AG, 020 8940 5230 (petershamnurseries.com)

TW1 Strawberry Hill House

Watch Lilian and Leigh from The divine Flower Company demonstrate making Christmas flowers for your table and then, with its expert guidance, create a unique wreath for your door.

7 December, 11.30am-4pm, £50 (materials and lunch included) Strawberry Hill House, 268 Waldegrave Road, Twickenham TW1 4ST, 020 8744 1241 (strawberryhillhouse.org.uk)

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MERRYVERY

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With the big day just round the corner, the Residents’ Journal caught up with

some familiar local faces about their festive memories and traditions

We will be spending Christmas at home in Barnes this year – we have a new house so it will be really exciting to spend our first Christmas

there. We always have a large Christmas tree and we do everything the traditional way; I love making the Christmas cake and pudding and

will be putting everything into the mixing bowl shortly. My mother is Polish and so we follow the Polish tradition of opening presents when the first star appears on Christmas Eve, then everyone gets a stocking, which is opened on Christmas Day. I prefer to go to Midnight Mass on

Christmas Eve, I love the nine carols and nine lessons service as it gives everyone the opportunity to sing loudly to

all their favourite carols.

NICola HorlICk, INvEstMENt FuND MaNagEr, FIlM DEvEloPEr

aND oWNEr oF gEorgINa’s rEstauraNt IN BarNEs

(gEorgINasrEstauraNts.Co.uk)

Tom: Every Christmas Eve I meet up with some old school friends from Hampton for a drink and then every Boxing Day, as a family, we go to the races at kempton. Christmas Day we usually eat at home but recently we went to the Wharf restaurant in teddington.

Philip: It’s funny because you always think you do something really interesting at Christmas but when you look at it like this in written form, you realise you don’t.

Tom: We always have champagne on Christmas morning, with blinis.

Philip: and obviously, being wine-orientated, we tend to start fishing out some decent bottles. We opened a magnum last year – but not a ridiculously expensive one. We’ve got another one ready for Christmas dinner this year!

For a musician, the festive season conjures many special associations. I’m no exception: more than anything it’s the music of Christmas which defines this part of the year. so for me, the special spirit and atmosphere of advent is most fully articulated

by our rich carol tradition, a unique heritage which finds its most perfect expression in the annual broadcast from king’s College, Cambridge. on Christmas Day itself, I’ll be with my family, sir thomas Beecham’s splendidly old-fashioned recording of Handle’s Messiah providing the soundtrack as we get stuck in to the food preparation. at some point, in a quietly reflective moment, I’ll sit at the piano and play through John Ireland’s beautifully little miniature The Holy Boy – a personal, seasonal tradition I’ve honoured for more years now than I care to remember.

sIMoN FErrIs, MusICal DIrECtor tHaMEs YoutH orCHEstra (tHaMEsYoutHorCHEstra.Co.uk)

toM aND PHIlIP gEarINg, Co-DIrECtors oF Cult WINEs (WINEINvEstMENt.CoM). lEarN aBout tHE PErFECt FEstIvE WINEs IN our FEaturE oN P. 18

Left: Tom GearingRight: Philip Gearing

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Christmas for me is all about family. I particularly love when we spend Christmas together with both my family and my

husband’s family in the south of Sweden. An incredibly

charming wooden house in the middle of the forest with traditional Swedish candle lights in every window, lots of homemade, hearty food

and the children’s delight at meeting Santa – it doesn’t

get any better. When it comes to presents, I think about

what each person may love throughout the winter until I find the perfect match: from personalised cufflinks, to a vintage vase or one of my brand Milli Millu’s limited

edition bags. I think the search is as important as the find.

MIreIA LLuSIA-LIndh Founder oF MILLI MILLu

(MILLIMILLu.CoM)

I can divide Christmas in south west London into two distinct parts: pre-

kids and post-kids! Pre-kids, I was working in the West end for a glossy magazine

publisher and it seemed the festive whirl of parties and lunches started earlier and earlier every year. Weekends were a time

to recover from weekday excess and I used to book The Brasserie on Bellevue

road (I’m showing my age!) for long girly Christmas lunches after aerobics at holmes Place in Wimbledon and a pamper at the Lemon Tree on Webbs road. For new Year, we’d really push

the boat out and would usually head off to Chez Bruce without ever having to

worry about a babysitter or a highchair. Post-kids and I still seem to spend the

weekend recovering from excesses, but now it’s the two legged variety rather than the legless sort. Christmas shopping starts early and I love to make the most of the numerous fairs that take place. I think

that we do this village shopping thing so well. We usually pick up our tree from

my daughter’s school. The turkey will be from Cleavers and most of the tasteful decorations I’ve found on northcote

road will be drowned in the tinsel that my children have bought from a Pound Shop. We’ll try and catch the panto in

Wimbledon (Mr nappyValleynet still talks about Pamela Anderson and her turn in

Aladdin) and by the time the 25th actually arrives, I’m shattered after all the school

parties and nativity plays.

SuSAn hAnAge (AkA. AnnABeL) Founder oF nAPPY VALLeY neT

(nAPPYVALLeYneT.CoM)

We’ve got a family home in Snowdonia, so we go up there at Christmas – it’s really special. The year before last, when it was a really snowy Christmas, it was hellish getting up to the house as it’s at the end of a steep single-track road – one time we got stuck halfway up with my nana in the backseat. once you’re up there though it’s beautiful – there are icicles that hang from the gutters all the way to the floor. our Christmases usually involve a lot of eating and drinking; we have a family friend from norway who introduced us to a form of mulled wine called gløgg – it’s red wine, vermouth, vodka, raisins and almonds, plus a bit of blackcurrant cordial. You heat it all together, line a sieve with sugar cubes, and set fire to the alcohol as you pour it through the sugar. having a glass of that is the first thing we do on Christmas morning. kATe hoPWood, JeWeLLerY deSIgner And oWner oF kATe hoPWood JeWeLLerY (kATehoPWoodJeWeLLerY.CoM) To LeArn More ABouT kATe And her Work, See our InTerVIeW WITh her on P. 23

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I am very lucky that some of my family are close by and I often

spend Christmas with my children and grandchildren. Rather than stockings for the children, we have a treasure hunt with different wrapping colours for each of our four granddaughters. We can’t do this for

our two grandsons as that part of the family live in Vancouver, so a Skype session is now

part of Christmas for us. When it comes to food, we are totally traditional: turkey and trimmings, Christmas pudding and

maybe a long walk afterwards if it is a fine day. We’re so lucky in south west London to have green spaces so close by such as

Richmond Park and Marble Hill, and then, of course, there is always the wonderful

river and the view from Richmond Hill, as lovely now as it was 200 years ago, when

J.M.W. Turner captured its beauty.

CaTHeRIne PaRRy-WIngfIeLd CHaIRMan, TuRneR’S HouSe TRuST (TuRneRInTWICkenHaM.oRg.uk)

My mother is Spanish and our family probably single-handedly keeps the Spanish food export

market afloat. Christmas is a special time because a superabundance of traditional, delicious Spanish

sugar delights become available. our favourites include little shaped marzipans, the almond-paste

turrones and, of course, polvorones, a diet of which we were practically raised on. I shouldn’t tell you what they’re made of as you’d never try them but I promise they taste of happy tears of angels (pig fat). Whenever I go back to my mother’s place near Christmas, every cupboard and drawer I

open has been rammed full of boxes of Iberican confectionary. That’s when I get that warm feeling

inside, a combination of knowing Christmas is round the corner and my stomach wincing at the

memory of how much I ate last year.

IdIL Sukan, CReaTIVe dIReCToR and Lead PHoTogRaPHeR of dRaW HQ

(IdILSukan.CoM)

When I was nine years old, my family emigrated to South africa. from then

on, Christmas day was spent on the beach, but we still had turkey with all the trimmings at the end of the day! one of the things I missed most was the excitement of Christmas shopping on a cold, dark afternoon with the lights twinkling in

the shop windows – something I still love.

kIRSTy RIddIfoRd, auTHoR (kIRSTyRIddIfoRdbookS.CoM)

Christmas is a very important time of year for me. as a child, I remember my grandma visiting on Christmas

day and I would help her to prepare the Christmas dinner. for me, this was more fun than opening the presents. It still excites me now when I am surrounded by all of my family and I prepare and cook a full festive dinner. The meal is always far too big and features the same ingredients every year: traditional turkey stuffed with sausage meat, yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, parsnips, brussels sprouts, carrots and sausages wrapped in bacon. This year is even more special,

as I will be serving my first Christmas lunch at The bingham – you cannot beat a classic Christmas meal for bringing people together.

MaRk JaRVIS, Head CHef aT THe bIngHaM In RICHMond (THebIngHaM.Co.uk)

aS ToLd To Jennifer Mason

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The Calendar

A selection of the very best events happening in the area

UNTIL 4 JANUARY 2014

CHRISTMAS AT KEW

There’s a whole host of fun activities happening at Kew Gardens this festive season, including a Christmas village with a multitude of shops, food stalls and traditional rides. Adventurous visitors will enjoy Kew After Dark – a winding one-mile trail illuminated with lights and lanterns with sound effects to enhance the wintry experience. There’s even a Santa’s Grotto for little ones keen to sit on Saint Nicholas’ knee.

Tickets from £12.50 (£8 for children) Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, TW9 3AB 020 8332 5655, for more information on opening times, visit kew.org

5 DECEMBER

THE TANGO

In an exotic evening of dancing, Argentine tango dancers Miriam Orcutt and Dante Culcuy will amaze and entertain guests with their fancy footwork. The pair have been dancing together since 2007 in prestigious milongas (tango dancing events) across Argentina and Europe, including the famous Salon Canning. For this special show the duo will be accompanied by acclaimed violinist David Le Page and prize-winning pianist Viv McLean.

Tickets £12 (£10 advance), 7.30pm-9.30pm OSO Community Arts Centre, 49 Station Road, Barnes Green, SW13 0LF 020 8876 9885 (osoarts.org.uk)

10-14 DECEMBER

A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

All the theatre spaces (even the car park) at the Putney Arts Centre will be used to present a selection of ghost stories, an adaptation of a Victorian short story, a melodrama, a moving monologue and a comedy sketch involving Santa himself this month. Victorian fancy dress is optional and there will be activities for children, carols and mince pies, as well as mulled wine for the grown-ups. A festive feast of fun for all the family.

Tickets £12 (£8 concessions), 7pm (Saturday matinee, 2pm), Putney Arts TheatreRavenna Road, SW15 6AW, 020 8788 6943 (putneytheatrecompany.org.uk)

Image / Matthew Kelly and Jo Brand in Aladdin

CHRISTMAS AT KEW

ALADDIN

CHRISTMAS AT KEW

Image / RBG Kew

Image / RBG Kew

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PETER PAN

‘Captain Hook, with his sword fighting, singing off-key and a crew that couldn’t sail through a bathtub, is so much fun to play. I am filled to the brim with dastardly anticipation.’ So says star of stage and screen Henry Winkler (OBE) who will be playing Peter’s nemesis Hook in this year’s Peter Pan panto (try saying that three times fast). Pan, Hook and all your favourite J.M. Barrie characters will be brought to life at Richmond Theatre this winter.

Tickets £11.90-£40.40, Richmond Theatre The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7651. For show times and further information, visit atgtickets.com

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PORTLAND THE GALLERY

Newly re-opened after extensive refurbishment, Portland The Gallery welcomes art lovers back through its doors this winter for the eagerly-anticipated Christmas Exhibition, showcasing main exhibitors Emma Brownjohn and Tiffany Lynch, whose work features animals and other natural elements painted in acrylics and mixed media. For the first time since its opening nearly five years ago, The Gallery will now also be open to the public on Saturdays, so there’s even more time to appreciate the art.

Portland The Gallery, 80 Hill Rise Richmond, TW10 6UB, 020 8332 1200 (portlandthegallery.co.uk)

6 DECEMBER – 12 JANUARY 2014

ALADDIN

A host of stage and screen stars take to the boards at the New Wimbledon Theatre this winter in the exciting new pantomime, Aladdin. Comedienne Jo Brand debuts as the genie, alongside Matthew Kelly as the Widow Twanky and Britain’s Got Talent street dancers Flawless as the Peking Police Force. Dazzling sets, glittering costumes, catchy songs and some impressive dance numbers make this a fun festive show for all ages this Christmas time.

Tickets £11.90 -£37.90, New Wimbledon Theatre, The Broadway, SW19 1QG, to book call 0844 871 7646 or visit atgtickets.com

Magic objects Oil on canvas by Emma Brownjohn

WORDS / Jennifer Mason

CHRISTMAS AT KEW

THE TANGOALADDINPORTLAND

THE GALLERY

A VERY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

A traditional tango

Step back in time this Christmas

Courtesy of Richmond Theatre

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Residents’ JouRnal | Promotion

The Really Helpful Club (reallyhelpfulclub.com) is an infinitely useful resource for smart, sensible women. The members’ forum, for which it is free to register, enables you to reach out beyond your immediate network of friends to share great ideas and your best recommendations in a friendly, welcoming environment. More and more women are benefitting from the RHC, a trusted new best friend.

The Really Helpful Club (RHC) is an indispensable online resource for smart, sensible women to share great ideas and helpful tips in a world where inspired solutions can be hard to find. Recently founded by Sarah Austin, The Really Helpful Club enables women to extend their network beyond their usual circle of friends and family for invaluable advice and recommendations. It is fast-becoming a bookmarked favourite on iPads and smart phones across the capital and beyond; Sarah explains that the site has become an important part of women’s lives, developing in ways she would never have imagined initially. ‘This is what is really fantastic about the club,’ she says. ‘The site is becoming increasingly influential and accomplishing everything it set out to do and more. Women of all ages are drawn together by the common thread of sharing tips and recommendations to ensure they get the very best out of life for themselves and their families.’

The power and reach‘The RHC network is strong, with new bonds being formed every day,’ Sarah tells us. One such success story speaks volumes, when a member posted the following comment: ‘A couple of months ago, I asked if anyone could recommend a private chef/caterer who could cook in our home for a special dinner party that we were hosting. Thanks to this post, I came across the perfect chef. She was absolutely amazing and provided us with

the most delicious three-course meal, plus canapés. She then went on to recommend a waiter who looked after us incredibly well throughout the evening and even cleaned up the kitchen before silently slipping out the door. It was quite literally effortless entertaining – restaurant quality food, but in the comfort of our own home. The most perfect evening!’ Sarah astutely identifies a key factor of

contemporary society: ‘I noticed that sometimes you have to go above

and beyond your own network to a wider audience. One person

simply cannot have the answers to everything. Equally, you

don’t want to go around every single friend you have asking them the same

question.’ The Residents’ Journal heartily agrees.

Personal developmentInterestingly, a new area is growing whereby members are posting threads about networking events, career development and

Among friendsopportunities. Recently, a member was looking for part-time assistance in her Fulham-based search business. This topic rapidly generated significant interest, being viewed by more than 400 members in a very short period of time. The employer hired not just one but two Really Helpful Club members to fulfill her need. It has quickly become obvious to Sarah that the next development she should focus on is to create a separate area on the site to allow likeminded, well-educated and talented women access to exciting opportunites. They might be looking for a career change, a voluntary role or a way of rediscovering the workplace, perhaps after children have flown the nest, or if younger children have started school, freeing up extra time – the RHC is a unique way of connecting women with each other.

Valued opinions and exclusive benefitsThe site is buzzing with original and

innovative gift ideas for the festive period, with women sharing tailored and thoughtful inspiration that is

not being talked about in magazines and on department store comment sites. The attraction of the RHC being that the ideas proffered are from other women just like you, whose opinion you value and trust. Businesses are

also choosing to support The Really Helpful Club, offering its members exclusive opportunities and bespoke incentives to reward their valued loyalty. Whether you are looking for inspiration for presents, holidays, or perhaps a book recommendation for that tricky to please family member, the RHC is a rich resource offering a wealth of insight. Sarah hopes to see you posting soon. n

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CHRISTMAS CRACKERSFestive poems written by local children, to delight

and entertain you

ChristmasThere’s a time around mid-December,a time when delicate, crystal snowflakes dance through the sky,a time when children laugh and play in the deep frosty snow,a time when you’re given an excuse to get the family together, just for one night,a time when suddenly, nothing seems to matter anymore, it’s just you and them and the constant ring of laughter tinkling in the air. There’s not a feeling like it,not when it’s Christmas

by Hannah, age 10 (Wimbledon Park Primary School)

The Countdown to Christmas

The fiery hearth of ChristmasWelcomes with light and warmth

As the embers of family bondsAre kindled and reborn.

The spruce of Christmas beckonsStretching out her glistening arms

As the roots of friendship growBlossoming year after year.

Hanging tokens of ChristmasWaiting, patiently, watchful

The delicate stitches of friendshipConveying messages of love.

Flickering candlelightFaltering, steadily, burning still

Symbolising light and loveAlways a glowing warmth.

Tokens of love and familyWrapped with thought and careAwait with gathering excitement

For all to enjoy and share.

Purdey Williams, age 13 (Harrodian School)

The Christmas TreeA Christmas tree stands all alone, its baubles sparkling bright.

A Christmas tree stands all alone, ribboned in the light.

All alone, till the children come running down happy voices all around,

A sea of rainbow wrapping paper covers the ground.

Cries of delight fill the room as presents are exchanged,

Even when the children are grown up, Christmas day will never change,

But the Christmas tree stands all alone, its baubles sparkling bright,

The Christmas tree stands all alone, ribboned in the light.

by Isabella, age 10 (Wimbledon Park Primary School)

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Festive treats to spruce up your home

this Christmas

Guilt wall mirror, £3,599Koket at The Longest Stay

(thelongeststay.com)

deck thehalls

Glitter rattan reindeer, £75 John Lewis (johnlewis.com)

Large Vogue candelabra £185 Sweetpea & Willow(sweetpeaandwillow.com)

Christmas wreath, £165Fortnum & Mason

(fortnumandmason.com)

Malika grand gold spiral champagne saucers, £33 (for two)Lsa at The Champagne Company

(thechampagnecompany.com)

Large stag head candle £9.99, Flambhau at

Butlers(butlers-online.co.uk)

Copper cookwear set, £1,499 Mauviel at Harrods

(harrods.com)

The egg chair, £4,719Arne Jacobsen at The Conran Shop

(conranshop.co.uk)Classic check wool throw

£135, Lexington at Amara(amara.com)

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Gold embroidered stocking £19.50, Marks & Spencer

(marksandspencer.com)

Reindeer & Robin tree decorations, £8 (or two for £12)

Rosa and Clara Designs (rosaandclaradesigns.co.uk)

Illuminated village scene £25.95, Noma Lites at Selfridges

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What’s Christmas Day without a few glasses of wine with dinner, or champagne at breakfast? In the run-up to the big day, Jennifer Mason speaks to Tom and Phillip Gearing of wine investment company Cult Wines about the best bottles to complement your feasts

Run by father and son team Tom and Phillip, Cult Wines offers a welcoming and forward-thinking attitude to fine wine investment. One of the first companies to offer a more analytical and financial approach to wine investment, the company accepts new clients seeking portfolios of all sizes, whether that’s £5, or £50,000. Both Tom and Phillip have a sincere passion for what they do, along with an in-depth, hands-on understanding of the best vineyards and an eagerness for helping new investors, sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm. Prospective investors should take a trip down to the company’s head office in Richmond for a personal (and memorable) experience.

Breakfast: SMOKED SALMON AND SCRAMBLED EGGS Affordable Miolo Brut Millesime 2008, £20 Special Occasion Bollinger La Grande Année 2002, £75 Extravagant Dom Pérignon Rose 2002, £275‘Unfortunately, there is only one new release from Dom Perignon on the market, but what a wine it is. The 2002 Brut Rose explodes from the glass with endless layers of huge, voluptuous fruit. A big, full-bodied wine, the 2002 is probably the most overly vinous, intense rose ever made by long-time Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy.’

Lunch: TURKEY WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS

Affordable Ronan 2010, £11‘Ronan Laborde of Chateau Clinet has captured the attention of the wine world through the creation of his latest wine “The Ronan”. We visited Clinet during en primuer week [when one buys wines in cask before they go onto the market] and were struck by the quality of this wine, Clinet’s youngest sibling. The general consensus in the trade is that this is a wine priced at £11 per bottle, but, in actual fact, feels more like a wine worth £30-40 per bottle.’ Special Occasion Felton Road, Cornish Point Pinot Noir 2012, £85

Extravagant Domaine Leroy Les Boudots, Nuits-Saint-Georges 1995, £425

Dessert:CHRISTMAS PUDDING

Affordable Doisy-Védrines 2005, £25 Special Occasion Rieussec 2001, £85 Extravagant Chateau d’Yquem 2001, £500‘This is as good as it gets for Sauternes, the world’s greatest producer and one of the best vintages – serve this and discover how fast your guests become fans.’

Cult Wines, St Andrews House Upper Ham Road Richmond TW10 5LA 020 8332 9386 (wineinvestment.com)

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Jennifer Mason learns from The Beer Boutique why a special beer can be just as delicious an accompaniment to your Christmas menu

The Beer Boutique began as the project of two childhood friends, Marc Verlet

and Eddie Lancaster, with a shared passion for excellent beer. Having

spent a lot of time together drinking fine beer in the

Dutch town of Maastricht, Marc and Eddie decided it

was high time to bring a piece of the continental drinking culture over to the UK; thus, The Beer Boutique was born. Putney is the perfect base for the business, already home to numerous pubs and bars. The Beer Boutique’s mission? To get as many people in London drinking the good stuff as possible.

Breakfast: SMOKED SALMON AND SCRAMBLED EGGS

Affordable Beavertown Smog Rocket, £3 ‘A lightly smoked porter with subtle aromas of campfire and sweet malts that match the smoked salmon without overpowering it like many other smoked beers would.’ Special Occasion Brewdog AB:14, £15 ‘One of Brewdog’s limited release Abstrakt series, AB:14 is an Imperial Weizenbock. With hints of spices, herbs and sweet malts, this punchy 10.2 per cent dark wheat beer is one hell of a way to get started.’

Lunch: TURKEY WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS

Affordable Sam Smiths Winter Welcome, £3.20 ‘Although technically classified as a warming Christmas beer, it drinks a lot like a nicely-rounded pale ale. The slightly spicy notes of clove and cinnamon are great with Christmassy food.’ Special Occasion Malheur Biere Brut, £16.50‘Everybody loves a bit of bubbly, but who says it has to be made from grapes? Malheur’s Biere Brut is a Belgian blonde beer re-fermented with champagne yeast and given every step of the traditional Méthode Champagnoise. The true Champagne of beers.’

Dessert: CHRISTMAS PUDDING

Affordable Boon Kriek, £4‘With Boon Kriek you don’t just get cherry syrup mixed in with some beer. You get a tart ale that’s been barrel-aged with real black cherries producing a wonderful natural, refreshing cherry flavour.’ Special Occasion Rochefort 10, £5 ‘An extremely well-rounded beer. Boozy enough at 11.2 per cent to replace the traditional brandy, it has flavours of prunes, dates, brandy, plums and much more, making it a great fruity match for your Christmas pud.' n

The Beer Boutique, 134 Upper Richmond Road, Putney, SW15 2SP, 020 8780 3168 (thebeerboutique.co.uk)

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FESTIVE BEAUTY

THE HAIRCUTA visit to any Sean Hanna hair salon is an experience in itself – the shampoo station is something out of the space age. You wouldn’t think rainbow light hoods with inbuilt speakers would be relaxing, but blimey, aren’t they just. I digress, so down to business: the haircut.

If your hair is shoulder length (or longer) and you’re looking for a volume boost, look no further than the Connexion Cut. A reverse take on the layered cut, it styles the hair shorter around the crown, keeping the layers at the front longer, which gives a cascading effect. I give this daunting cut a try and am seriously impressed with the results. My hair falls in soft layers that give me volume without frizz, and it even corrected my problem ‘bangs’.

The look can be as high or low maintenance as you like. Those harbouring apprehensions should ask for Lucie, who did a reassuringly excellent job.

From £50, Sean Hanna, 108 Putney High Street, Putney, SW15 1RG, 020 8780 1644 (seanhanna.com)

Three tried-and-tested treats to help you prepare for a season of celebration

THE MANICUREThe newest addition to the Sheen Lane

storefronts is family-run salon Emily Victoria, owned by (and named after) its

main therapist Emily. I visited to test-drive the Shellac Glittery Manicure and walked

away with neat, oval nails bearing long-wearing polish in a twinkly (yet somehow

still subtle) shade of bronze, perfect for putting the finishing touch on that

Christmas-party look. The salon, however, offers a lot more than just pampering

for your pinkies; Emily is an expert in all things facial and the salon offers a range of treatments, including facial peels, for

more in-depth party preparation.

Shellac Manicure from £20, Emily Victoria 71 Sheen Lane, Mortlake, SW14 8AD 020 8487 9595 (emily-victoria.co.uk)

The beauty gift guide

ALL THAT IS GOLD

This festive nail duo is comprised of a base coat (Golden Girl) and sparkly glitter top coat (Totally Twinkie). Also available in pink (Cherry Bomb & Sugar Rush) and blue hues (Blue Moon & Space Dust).

Ted Baker nail duo in Gold, £8.50 available from Boots stores across London or online at boots.com

LIP SERVICE

This little lip balm pot contains a blend of luxurious natural ingredients to keep your lips in tip-top condition, whatever the weather.

BLEND Collective Enlivening lip balm, £8.95, available from The Shoe Station, Station Parade Kew, TW9 3PZ, 020 8940 9905 (theshoestation.co.uk)

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THE MAKEOVER Kristina Gasperas has studied make-up artistry and fashion styling at prestigious institutions all over Europe and the UK. she is most famous for her bridal make-up (Kristina is the 2013

Wedding Awards National Winner), but she also does occasion make-up, as well as tutorials. Who better then, to help me with the final ‘treat’ on my Christmas list – a festive party makeover.

MAKEUp / Kristina Gasperas (kristinagasperas.com)

photoGrAphy / Kristida Stalionyte (kristida.com)

I arrive at paris Moses salon (Kristina’s new ‘spot’ in richmond) extremely nervous because I’m about to have my photograph taken. Without makeup.

Fortunately, photographer Kristida stalionyte is encouraging and professional, and my ‘before’ shots don’t fill me with the fear I expect. Instead, I put my best face forward (so to speak) and prepare to be transformed.

Kristina begins with eye makeup. We’re trying out two looks today: Bronze Glitter and smokey Black (as I’ve dubbed them). When using darker eye shadow colours, Kristina tells me, she prefers to do eye makeup first, so any powder that falls onto my cheeks can be easily covered. I don’t normally wear foundation

as I find it quite heavy on my skin, but Kristina uses Chantecaille’s Future skin foundation and then its st Bartz bronzer, which actually feels very light and subtle. to accentuate the metallic finish of my eye makeup (Bobbi Brown long wear cream shadow in antique gold), Kristina finishes our first look with a very bright lipstick (Lipstick deluxe prohibition in berry red) which is outside my usual lip colour range – but once it’s applied, I absolutely love it. definitely putting that on my Christmas list.

After a nerve-wracking photo session (for a modelling novice like myself), I return to the hotseat for round two: smokey Black. Kristina adds Bourjois intense eye shadow extrait 06 and Collection Glam crystals dazzling gel liner in black (which give my eyes a real twinkle) as well as several individual false lashes (well, it wouldn’t be a party look otherwise, would it?) before adding the final touch:

shu Uemura rouge unlimited lipstick (shade 315) – a subtle nude colour

which won’t draw attention away from the amazing things Kristina

has done to my eyes.Feeling more confident (having now

done this once already), I head off with Kristida for the second part of the shoot. she shows me a few previews of the images she’s taken and frankly, I’m gobsmacked. this is one talented team.

My verdict? If you want a dazzling look for your Christmas or New year’s party this year, Kristina’s your girl. Better still, if you’d like to be able to recreate the looks yourself, she’s willing to share her knowledge in a series of private tutorials open to novices and wannabe-professionals alike. Count me in. n

To launch her partnership with Paris Moses Kristina will be hosting a party at the salon on 10 December at 7.30pm, where there will be live hair and makeup demonstrations and prizes to be won. Entries are guest-list only, so RSVP to k.gasperas@gmail.com to reserve a place. Paris Moses Organic Hair Salon, 30A Hill Street, Richmond TW9 1TW, 020 8940 9646 (parismoses.co.uk)

THE FRAGRANCES

two new scents added to La Collection de Grasse by L’occitane perfumer Karine dubreuil bring together natural ingredients for long-wearing, sweet-smelling fragrances.

Fleur d’Or & Acacia (for women) and Cèdre & Oranger (for men) frangrances £49, available from L’Occitane in Richmond, 020 8332 9303 and Putney 020 8704 1670 (uk.loccitane.com)

Kristina Gasperas

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How did you find the other designers you work with?Some of them are friends that I did my degree with, so it’s nice to be selling their work. Others are inspirational figures that I’ve grown up admiring – particularly Jane Adam. I met her when I was about 14 at the old Richmond jewellery fair, so it has been great getting her involved in the shop. It’s amazing to work with one of your idols.

What are your favourite materials to work with? I mainly work in silver and gold. The precious metals, such as 18-carat gold, are really nice to work with. Working with silver is a much more fiddly process, so 18-carat gold is easier to work with, but it’s much more expensive. Because of this, I don’t tend to use a lot of it for shelf stock, but I love it when someone commissions a piece in gold.

What do you enjoy about being a local business owner?I see a lot of repeat customers, so I start to get to know them. I have one gentleman who comes in for gifts for his wife and I’m able to tell him what she was looking at the last time she came for a browse. It’s all about the local angle – I love building relationships with people and to see happy customers come back again and again.

Why does jewellery make such a good Christmas present?It’s a very personal gift that shows how much you’re thinking of someone – especially a bespoke design. n

11 Brewers Lane Richmond, TW9 1HH (katehopwoodjewellery.com)

How did you get started in the business?At secondary school I went to do an internship with a jewellery business in Twickenham, and that led me to a BA Jewellery, Silversmithing and Allied Crafts degree at Sir John Cass in London. I then started selling my work through the lady who owned this store before me. Eventually, she moved on and I took over the lease and struck out on my own.

What attracted you to jewellery making?I like the idea of the story that jewellery takes on. You make a piece and hand it over to someone, and that’s the beginning of whatcan be an extremely long life.

Where do you find inspiration?I’ll be playing around and come across something that strikes me; mistakes are a big part of my design process. Something will go wrong and, eventually, I’ll end up liking it so much that I try to replicate it. I have a shelf collection that’s very organic. Personally, I prefer to work with the more interesting, natural-looking textures, but I stock a range of collections to suit all tastes.

How does the bespoke element work?Usually people come in with very specific ideas in mind and my role is to interpret this into a coherent design. It can be very nerve-wracking when you unveil a piece – but I’ve never had any disappointed customers. People can commission from all of the designers I work with too, so we offer a lot of different options.

A Silver LiningKate Hopwood wields her creative talent to craft precious metals,

selling not only her own pieces, but also collections from other

designers, as well as bespoke creations. Jennifer Mason sneaks into her

studio for a chat in the run-up to the busy festive season

SPECIAL STOCKING FILLERS

Cluster Cufflinks £145

Bright and oxidised reticulated silver with 9 carat gold

granules

Halo diamond pendant, £595

Oxidised silver and 9ct gold granules

with 4 carat diamond

Side Cluster ring £140

Silver and 9 carat gold granules with

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REALLY LITTLE ONES 1. Tot’s toy boxA personalised place for little ones to store their most treasured possessions – and a blank chalkboard surface for doodling.Personalised wooden toy box (92cm x 47cm x 47cm) from £350 (including name carving), available in a variety of colours from The Posh Box Company (poshbox.co.uk)

2. Their own adventurePersonalise their Christmas Adventures with Santa by adding their name in this very special festive book.My Special Christmas Adventure book, £9.99 available from The Keepsake Co (thekeepsakeco.co.uk)

3. Little angelReflect their angelic natures this Christmas with this snuggly angel wing onesie.Gold angel wing velour footie, £55, available from Marie-Chantal (mariechantal.co.uk)

4. Brum brumInspire your toddler to become the next Sebastian Vettel with this vintage-inspired toy racing car.Green Konstantin B brass polished toy car by Nika Zupanc, £1,650, available from Quintessentially Gifts (quintessentiallygifts.com)

PRE-TEENS

5. Wizard’s chessRecreate Ron’s amazing chess game from the final scene of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone with this limited-edition set.Harry Potter final challenge chess set, £399 available from Harrods (harrods.com)

6. Build-it yourselfCreate a beautiful winter home with this festive LEGO set. Your blocky characters can decorate the tree, collect firewood and take a sled ride while old Grandad Lego sits snugly by the fire.LEGO creator winter village cottage, £89.99available from John Lewis (johnlewis.com)

7. Prairie playhousePlay at Cowboys and Indians this Christmas in this cotton wigwam, perfect for Wild West adventures.Wild West wigwam by Kiddiewinkles£220, available from NotOnTheHighStreet (notonthehighstreet.com)

8. Keep on rockingCarved in Tulip wood and painted a contemporary dapple grey, this beautiful rocking horse comes in different sizes to accommodate children of all ages. Guaranteed to become a treasured addition to any playroom.The Stevenson Brothers 30th anniversary rocking horse, from £3,000, available from Stevenson Brothers (rockinghorses.uk.net)

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TEENAGE KICKS9. By the fire light Now you can do so much more with your Kindle than just read. The new Kindle Fire HDX tablet lets you experience films, books, games and online browsing in exceptional HD. Kindle Fire HDX, 7 inches from £199, 8.9 inches from £329, available from Amazon (amazon.co.uk)

10. Bobble on topKeep warm and stay on-trend with this beautiful winter hat finished with a luxurious silver fox pom-pom.Light grey cable stich cashmere beanie with silver fox pompom (one size), £300, by TitFerTat Hats, 5 Paved Court., Richmond, TW9 1LZ (titfertathats.co.uk)

11. Surround soundThese powerful speakers include a CD player, iPod dock, USB playback, DAB/DAB+/FM tuner and auxiliary inputs, as well as an integrated active subwoofer, for all your musical needs.Ruark Audio R4i integrated music system, £599.99 available from Amara (amara.com)

12. Treasure chestA beautiful jewellery box in printed calf leather that can be personalised by Smythson’s master goldstampers.Mara Collection three drawer jewellery box, £1,525 available from Smythson (smythson.com)

THE BIG KIDS13. Advent calendar for adultsCountdown to Christmas with a difference this festive season, with 24 windows that each reveal a 3cl sample dram of delicious Premium Whisky.The premium whisky advent calendar (2013 edition), £249.95, available from Master of Malt (masterofmalt.com)

14. Proper Christmas telly Offering breath-taking picture definition and

concert-quality audio, this is the ultimate television experience, perfect for watching some cracking British festive programming.Samsung 85in S9 ultra high definition LED TV, £34,999, available from Selfridges (selfridges.com)

15. The Christmas hamperEnjoy a proper festive feast including Somerset Cure Oak-smoked Salmon, Cranberry Sauce Jelly with Silver Leaf, Christmas Piccadilly

Piccalilli and Pistachio Turkish Delight, to name just a few delicacies waiting for you.The Christmas feast hamper, £500, available from Fortnum & Mason (fortnumandmason.com)

16. A little bit of luxuryIndividually handmade in the UK by master leather craftsmen, these 2014 diaries should definitely be on your Christmas wish-list.A5 Day per page leather diary, £69, available from Aspinal of London (aspinaloflondon.com)

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A special round-up of family news and activities this December

THE FESTIVE PLAYGROUND

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A TRADITIONAL VISIT

For an exhilarating outdoor adventure this winter, why not take a sleigh ride pulled

by huskies through the pine forest to meet Santa in his log cabin grotto.

7 & 8 December, 10am-4pm, free with admis-sion (ages eight and under, extra charge for photo and grotto), WWT London Wetland

Centre, Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, Barnes SW13 9WT, 020 8409 4400 (wwt.org.uk)

A CHRISTMAS ADVENTUREIn the North Pole at Claus HQ, Santa has a problem. Rudolph is missing, the elves are misbehaving and he still has to deliver all his presents in time for Christmas morning. Time for the audience to join in and help the big man in red make sure all the boys and girls will get their Christmas gifts. In return for their help, children will be able to meet Santa after the show, talk to him about their Christmas wishes and if they’ve been good boys and girls all year, they’ll even get a special present.

Until 24 December, performances: 10.30am, 12.30pm 2.30pm or 4.30pm on selected days, tickets from £12.50, New Wimbledon Studio, 93 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1QG To book, call 0844 871 7646 or visit santaclausonstage.com

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Every year Father Christmas returns to Orleans House to bestow gifts and

Christmas wishes on local children who’ve been especially good.

This year there’ll be art and craft activities too.

8 December, 2-3pm or 3-4pm, £8.50 per child (adults go free), booking

is essential, Orleans House Gallery, River-

side, Twickenham TW1 3DJ

020 8831 6000 (richmond.gov.uk/arts)

Take a festive walk through the special 17th Century Gardens to Santa’s Grotto where little ones can meet Santa and receive an early Christmas gift.

Weekends until 22 December (7-8, 14-15, 21-22), 11am-3.30pm (last trail at 3pm) £3 per child plus admission. Ham House Ham Street, Richmond upon Thames TW10 7RS, 020 8940 1950 (nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house)

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Bad behaviour at nurseryI have recently started my three-and-a-half-year-old at what feels like a really nice nursery. Although my son seems OK there, he keeps coming out with stories of another child’s behaviour that concerns me such as ‘x hit me’, then more recently ‘x says he is going to put me in the bin.’ I thought this might have just been small boy humour as he seemed to be about to giggle about it but then he said; ‘x says he hates me’. I raised the hitting with the nursery staff and they say they weren’t aware of it. I am not sure what the best thing to do about it is. Obviously I would rather my son wasn’t spending any time with this child and am prepared to pull him out, but I am also conscious that one comes up against people who behave unpleasantly throughout life so should I be focusing more on teaching my child how best to respond to this behaviour? Any tips? He tells me he tells the other child he is naughty.

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I would get the staff to keep an eye on them and see if they can hear anything and intervene accordingly. It could be just boys being boys, but the staff should tell the children that it’s not OK to be nasty to each other. I would not pull him out over this. Give it some time.

I have heard similar stories from a friend, her little girl keeps being told she is smelly by another boy…this is probably just the beginning...imagine what the school playground will be like! Unless this boy really stresses your son out, see how it goes. Who knows, maybe in a couple of weeks they will be friends. I understand it’s not nice and you don’t want to leave your young boy having to deal with another ‘naughty’ mean child. I was livid when my daughter had a gash across her nose one day (there is still a slight scar), a boy at nursery did this when she was about two.

Mon Nov 04, 2013 2:12 pm

Without meaning to sound harsh, this behaviour happens everywhere. I most definitely wouldn’t pull your son out of nursery because of this but would, however, teach him to stand up for himself. Kids at that age say things like that all the time, it’s funny to them and I don’t believe a three-and-a-half-year-old will intentionally bully at that age. Let’s not mollycoddle our kids. I appreciate you are concerned for your child but it sounds like cheeky banter. I would not be offended if another

child said to my three-and-a-half-year-old ‘I am going to put you in a bin’ and I certainly wouldn’t

say it was naughty behaviour. My little one would probably laugh at that child and

tell him not to be silly. Speak to his teachers.

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As the mother of a toddler who has been on the naughty step more times than I care to mention, I wanted to reply. My little one started nursery half a term ago and has been

initially hitting and snatching toys and the teachers have

been very good at disciplining and teaching him kind hands are

what we use etc. I have found it really stressful and obviously don’t want my

little boy to get a label that then reinforces the behaviour and attention! He is getting better

and it is definitely a symptom of growing up, learning to share and socialising with other children. I certainly wouldn’t pull your child out but speak to the nursery to ensure that your child is OK and not distressed in any way and that they are taking the right steps. This is just the beginning of a long road and I think it’s important to keep a sense of perspective, especially when they are so young. They all take their turns at bad behaviour according to the staff at my son’s nursery.

WOrdS / Kate Jennion

late niGht ShoPPinGThe streets of Barnes Village will be lined with carol singers, musicians and festive refreshments while the local stores open late for Christmas shoppers on 13 december. rumour has it Father Christmas will be making an appearance at rose House too.

Until 9pm, Barnes Village, SW13 (barnescommunityassociation.org)

the Garden GrottoMeet Santa at Sing-along-a-Santa in Cambridge Gardens, where there will be carol singers, hot drinks for grown-ups and a chance for the kids to run through their Christmas lists.

14 December, 3pm-4.30pm, £2 (including gift), Cambridge Gardens, Clevedon Road, East Twickenham, TW1 2TA 020 8891 0612 (easttwickenham.org)

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The original bridgeOriginally, the only way to travel between the north and south banks of the River Thames in this part of London was to cross on a ferry. Unsurprisingly, this proved unreliable and problematic for some.

One story goes that, in 1720, Sir Robert Walpole was returning from visiting George I at Kingston and, being in a hurry to return to the House of Commons, rode in haste to Putney to take the ferry across to Fulham. The ferry boat, however, remained on the opposite side while its waterman partook of the Swan’s ale. Eventually Walpole was obliged to take another route, vowing that one day a bridge would replace the ferry. Another tells how the Prince of Wales often found himself inconvenienced by the ferry when returning from hunts in Richmond Park.

Construction was first sanctioned by an Act of Parliament in 1726. Designed by architect Sir Jacob Acworth and built by local master carpenter Thomas Philips, the first timber-built Putney Bridge (also known occasionally as Fulham Bridge) was finally opened in November 1729. It became the only

solid river crossing between London Bridge in the east, and Kingston Bridge to the west. Despite the controversial tollbooths at each end, the bridge proved to be a well-used thoroughfare.

In 1870, a river barge collided with the bridge and caused serious damage to the wooden structure that was already over a century old. Although the damage was repaired, just 16 years later the original bridge would be replaced by the more solid, stone bridge that still stands today.

A modern thoroughfareIn 1879, Putney Bridge was purchased by the Metropolitan Board of Works, which, in 1880, disbanded the tollbooths in preparation for replacing the entire structure. The new, modern structure, designed by civil engineer Sir Joseph Bazalgette, would be built by John Waddell of Edinburgh from stone and Cornish granite. The bridge is 700 ft. long and is composed of five segmental granite arches.

The new bridge was opened by the Prince (later King Edward VII) and the Princess of Wales on 29 May 1886 and has stood firm ever since. However, in the 127 years of high tides and icy British winters since its opening, the bridge has sustained significant damage. A recent study suggests that it now requires £1.5 million worth of repairs. Wandsworth Council has approved a plan to completely close the bridge to vehicle traffic so that the repairs could be completed within six months and invites locals to have their say. n

Local residents are invited to proffer their opinions on the repair timescale. For more information, visit wandsworth.gov.uk

between two worldsLast month marked the

284th anniversary of the

opening of the first Putney

Bridge. This December,

the Residents’ Journal

uncovers the history

behind one of our area’s

most famous crossings

THE BRIDGE

Did you know?

There’s an old wives’ tale that postulates how the villages of Putney and Fulham came by their names. Two

sisters (said to have founded the churches at either end of the bridge: All Saints in Fulham and St Mary’s in

Putney) were living on the opposite sides of the Thames and were in the habit of visiting each other regularly. To cross the river, they were ferried over by watermen, and

one used to give the direction: ‘Full home, waterman,’ while the other would exclaim, ‘Put nigh’, and thus

Fulham and Putney were born.

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Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting south west London

Planning & DeveloPment

Planned roadworks and closures in and around December

Grasmere Avenue Gas main replacement Until 20 December Southern Gas Networks 0845 026 0015

Merton High Street Footway upgrades Until 20 December Merton 020 8274 4901

Edencourt Road Replace old lead water service pipes 8 November – 5 December Thames Water 0845 9200 800

Burlington Avenue Carryout footway works 8 November – 7 February 2014 Richmond Upon Thames 020 8891 1411

Alexandra Road Sewer repairs 25 November – 13 December Thames Water

Franciscan Road Gas main replacement 13-23 December Southern Gas Networks

Planning Applications

DATE RECEIVED: 29 OctoberADDRESS: Collingwood ClosePROPOSAL: Two-storey side/rear extension

DATE RECEIVED: 29 OctoberADDRESS: Wycliffe RoadPROPOSAL: Construction of a two-storey reception extension

DATE RECEIVED: 31 OctoberADDRESS: Fairfax RoadPROPOSAL: Demolition of existing detached garage and erection of new detached building to be used as a workshop/store ancillary to the existing dwelling

DATE RECEIVED: 5 NovemberADDRESS: Amity GrovePROPOSAL: Erection of single-storey rear extension

DATE RECEIVED: 5 NovemberADDRESS: Grasmere AvenuePROPOSAL: Erection of a single-storey side and read wraparound extension and erection of front porch

DATE RECEIVED: 5 NovemberADDRESS: Stratford GrovePROPOSAL: Fell and replace eucalyptus tree

STREET PLANNED WORK DATES WORKS OWNER

THE POTHOLE PROMISEResidents in the borough of Richmond upon Thames now have a say in how council funds are spent as the Community Roads and Pavements Fund opens again. The new budget is £490,000, to be put towards road and pavement repairs (on top of regular maintenance work) as nominated by local residents. The streets that receive the highest number of nominations will win the funding in each area. To nominate, visit the website below or pick up a form at your local library. The deadline for nominations is 13 December.

(richmond.gov.uk/fund)

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Experts share their invaluable knowledge and shine a light on local property news and developments

PROPERTY WATCH

Village living

This elegant, detached 4,351 sq. ft. family home is situated in one of Wimbledon Village’s most exclusive locations, Lancaster Road. Within easy walking distance of the shops, restaurants and amenities of Wimbledon, as well as the

common and Wimbledon station (London overground trains to Waterloo and District Line tubes).

This Edwardian house (available on a furnished or unfurnished basis) is arranged over four floors and has been completely renovated and refurbished by the current owner to the highest possible standard. Situated on the ground floor is the grand, tiled entrance hall which leads to a large, double reception room offering seating and a formal dining area, as well as a bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with dining space. There is access from this room via doors to the generous rear garden which has a lovely patio area and secluded lawn. Tenants will also find access to the garage and store room from the garden.

Incorporated into the lower ground floor is a large family room with additional kitchenette, a bedroom currently used as a gym with an en suite bathroom, a TV room and a utility room. The lower ground floor can be accessed independently, so it is ideal for an au pair, nanny or housekeeper.

The first floor is home to a large master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and beautifully refurbished en suite shower room, as well as two further large double bedrooms, again with fitted wardrobes and a family bathroom, all accessible from the large landing. The second floor includes four further double bedrooms and a further family bathroom.

Off-street parking is available to the front of the property for up to three cars. n

£15,000 per calendar month. For more information, call Knight Frank’s Wimbledon letting team on 020 8946 9811 (knightfrank.co.uk/Wimbledon)

Knight Frank presents a stunning eight bedroom

family house to let in Wimbledon Village

‘December can be a surprisingly positive month in the rental calendar. There is often a surge from private tenants who exchange contracts on their sale with completion just prior to Christmas, and who need

to rent by the 24 December. Companies can also send families to secure accommodation ready to start in January or February but want decisions made this side of the festive period. I anticipate stock levels will be further buoyed by the influx of new buy-to-let investors who

are in the process of completing their deals in the New Year.’

RuTh BaRR, heaD oF LeTTINgs

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Robert Holmes & Company introduce a unique

property in the heart of south west London

A little piece of country life in London

Designed by the renowned architect and artist M. H. Baillie Scott, whose attention to detail can be seen both in the characterful external elevations and decorative internal features of the house, Oakfield is a truly exceptional

home that sits on a discreet 0.5 acre plot within a short distance of Wimbledon Village.

A long private drive, shared with one other property, leads up to the main gated house and gives it a truly ‘country’ atmosphere not usually found in properties this close to Central London. The accommodation is arranged over two floors providing plenty of space for family living and formal entertaining.

On the ground floor, prospective buyers will find an elegant formal drawing room with a well fitted drinks area, a generous dining room, and a charming study with oak bookcases and cabinets. All the reception rooms feature the original open fireplaces. The large kitchen/breakfast room is equipped with

all mod cons and leads to a large and adaptable family room to the rear of the house. In addition, there is a small sitting room – also with a Baillie Scott fireplace – with a kitchenette and cloakroom which has separate access from the drive and could provide self-contained staff accommodation if required. The first floor with six double bedrooms and five bath/shower rooms, including a large master bedroom with walk-in wardrobes and en suite, is accessible not only by the main oak staircase but also by two secondary staircases.

The lovely landscaped and beautifully maintained gardens, which have a bright southerly aspect and have an in-built irrigation system, can be accessed through a light and airy conservatory. For active residents there is a 33 ft. heated swimming pool in a glazed pool room with direct access from the house so it can be enjoyed all year round. A discreetly situated hard tennis court set to the side of the house completes the leisure additions. A double garage, plus plenty of parking in the drive, will suit motoring enthusiasts or sociable hosts, and security gates at the top of the main drive as well as closed circuit television cameras ensure optimum security.

Despite its idyllic setting the house is less than seven miles from Hyde Park Corner and is within walking distance of Wimbledon Village, the Common and the famous All England Tennis Club. Fast and frequent mainline and underground train services run from Wimbledon into central London and the area is home to a wide range of first-class educational and recreational facilities. An ideal location for discerning investors and families alike. n

Price on Application, viewing by appointment through Robert Holmes & Co, 35 High Street, Wimbledon Common, SW19 5BY 020 8947 9833 (robertholmes.co.uk)

We believe that every building is one-of-a-kind. Every design is created to a unique, specific and personal vision. And every project requires individual understanding, research and planning.

Blending architectural flair with building surveying professionalism. Collaborating with clients, suppliers, engineers and builders.

Together we create original and beautiful bespoke houses. We are experienced and pragmatic, fresh thinking and innovative; we are Pennington Phillips.

Pennington Phillips16 Spectrum House32–34 Gordon House RoadLondon NW5 1LP

t: 020 7267 1414f: 020 7267 7878design@penningtonphillips.co.uk

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Your local agentsA selection of the areas top estate agents

Antony RobertsKew308 Sandycombe Road, Kew TW9 3NG020 8940 9401 (sales)020 8940 9402 (lettings)

Richmond3 Kew Road, Richmond, TW9 2NQ020 8940 9403 (sales)020 8940 9403 (lettings)

Coombe Residential 259 Coombe LaneWimbledon, SW20 0RH020 8947 9393coomberesidential.com

Fine & CountryHampton Wick83 High StreetHampton WickKingston upon ThamesKT1 4DG020 3397 1199

Teddington9 Broad StreetTeddingtonMiddlesex, TW11 8QZ020 3397 1199

Wimbledon360 Coombe Lane, SW20 0RJ020 3397 1199fineandcountry.co.uk

Oakfield Road, SW19, Asking price £8,250,000, FreeholdKnight Frank Wimbledon, 020 8946 0026

On the market

HamptonsBarnes 67 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LD020 8658 7344 (sales)020 8970 7895 (lettings)

East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road WestEast Sheen, SW14 8AG020 8454 7247 (sales)020 8936 3028 (lettings)

Putney184 Upper Richmond Road Putney, SW15 2SH020 8454 7243

Richmond 8 The QuadrantRichmond SurreyTW9 1BP020 8454 7251 (sales)020 8454 7261 (lettings)

Teddington 164 High StreetTeddington, TW11 8HU020 8970 7902 (sales)020 8970 7906 (lettings)

WimbledonHigh Street, Wimbledon SW19 5BA020 8454 7249 (sales)hamptons.co.uk

Knight FrankEsherThe Old Post House, High StreetEsher, Surrey, KT10 9QA01372 464496

Richmond5 Duke StreetRichmond upon Thames TW9 1HP020 8939 2800

Wimbledon 81 High StreetWimbledon, SW19 5EG020 8946 0026 knightfrank.co.uk

Marsh & Parsons 73/75 Church Road, SW13 9HH020 8563 8333marshandparsons.co.uk

Robert Holmes & CoWimbledonWillow House, 35 High StreetWimbledon, SW19 5BY020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes)

11-13 Church RoadWimbledon, SW19 5DW020 8879 9669 (lettings)robertholmes.co.uk

SavillsBarnes52 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LN020 8939 6900

Putney198 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 2SH020 8780 9900

Richmond40 - 42 Hill RiseTW10 6UA020 8614 9100

Wimbledon1 High StreetSW19 5DX020 8971 8111savills.co.uk

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CounCils

Merton Council London Borough of MertonCivic CentreLondon Road, SM4 5DX020 8274 4901merton.gov.uk(Large or Bulky Household waste collection, Merton Council: 020 8274 4902)

Richmond CouncilCivic Centre 44 York StreetTwickenham, TW1 3BZ0845 6122 660richmond.gov.uk

Post offiCe

Church Road96 Church Road, SW13 0DQ

Danebury Avenue31a Danebury Avenue SW15 4DG

East Sheen234 Upper Richmond Road WestSW14 8AG

Haydons Road317 Haydons Road, SW19 8TX020 8542 1802

Raynes Park1a Amity Grove, SW20 0LL

Richmond16-17 George Street, TW9 1JSpostoffice.co.uk

Vets and Pets

M.A. Dog Training and Services07547 716076madogtraining@gmail.commadogtrainingandservices.co.uk

Richmond Vets161 Kew Road, RichmondTW9 2PN020 8940 1090richmondvets.co.uk

The Vet on Richmond Hill 38 Friars Stile RoadRichmondTW10 6NQ 020 8948 3737thevetonrichmondhill.com

dentist

Arthur Road Dental Practice172 Arthur RoadWimbledonSW19 8AQ020 8946 2646dentistsw19.com

Roseneath Dental CareCorner of Mount Ararat & Paradise RoadRichmondTW10 6PA020 8940 9955roseneath.co.uk

Stephen Powell Orthodontics2a Barham RoadWimbledon, SW20 0EU020 8946 3064 orthodontist-wimbledon.co.uk

The DirecToryWhether whim or wish, all of the essentials are taken care

of in our round up for harmonious living

doCtor

Coombe Medical Practice13 Brook GardensKingston upon ThamesKT2 7ET020 8605 0044coombemedicalpractice.co.uk

Richmond PracticeMount Ararat Road (Corner Paradise Road)Richmond, TW10 6PA020 8940 5009richmondpractice.co.uk

Seymour House Surgery154 Sheen RoadRichmond, TW9 1UU020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk

Sheen Lane Health CentreSheen Lane, SW14 8LP020 8876 3901sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk

oPtiCians

David Clulow Opticians5 George StreetRichmond, TW9 1JY020 8332 0345davidclulow.com

Courier

Riverside Cars368 Upper Richmond Road WestSW14 7JU020 8878 7777 riverside-cars.com

LifesaverssoliCitor

Dixon Ward16 The GreenTW9 1QD020 8940 4051dixon-ward.co.uk

Russell-Cooke Solicitors2 Putney Hill, SW15 6AB020 8789 9111russell-cooke.co.uk

Cleaner

American Dry Cleaners5 Royal ParadeRichmond, SurreyTW9 3QD020 8332 1364americandrycleaningcompany.com

Bright And Sparkling 113 Harbridge AvenueSW15 4HA07717 307095bright-and-sparkling.co.uk

Motoring

West Motor Company4 Castelnau, SW13 9RU020 8748 8844westmotorcompany.co.uk

BiKe Hire

Blazing Saddles Bike Hire4 Bridge Boathouses, Richmond TW9 1TH020 8948 8240blazingsaddlesbikehire.com

Holy Cross25 Sandal RoadNew Malden, Surrey, KT3 5AR020 8395 4225holycross.kingston.sch.uk

eDUCaTiONRokeby SchoolGeorge Road, Kingston uponThames, Surrey, KT2 7PB020 8942 2247rokebyschool.co.uk

IBSTOCK PLACE SCHOOL(Pre-preparatory, Preparatory and Senior School: ages 3-18)Clarence Lane, Roehampton, SW15 5PY020 8876 9991ibstockplaceschool.co.uk

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Architects

Andrew Catto Architects154 Putney High Street, SW15 1RS020 8785 0077 andrewcatto.co.uk

Bob Trimble Architects36 York StreetTwickenham, TW1 3LJ020 8538 9303 trimblearchitect.co.uk

GPS Architects14 The GreenRichmond, TW9 1PX020 8940 8244gpsarchitects.co.uk

Holden Harper26 High Street, WimbledonSW19 5BY020 8879 0310holdenharper.co.uk

Regallis Associates‘A south west London staple which has delivered bespoke architectural designs to suit conversions, extensions or complete refurbishments since 2003’The Mews12 Lower Richmond RoadSW15 1JP020 7384 2228regallis.co.uk

Antiques

The Dining Room Shop62 White Hart LaneBarnesSW13 0PZ020 8878 1020thediningroomshop.co.uk

The Gooday Gallery14 Richmond HillRichmondTW10 6QX020 8940 8652thegoodaygallery.com

MuseuMs/GAlleries

Henry Boxer Gallery (visits by appointment only) 98 Stuart CourtRichmond HillTW10 6RJ020 8948 1633 outsiderart.co.uk

Lacy Road Gallery30 Lacy RoadSW15 1NL020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk

Landmark Art GalleryLandmark Arts CentreFerry Road, TeddingtonTW11 9NN020 8977 7558 landmarkartscentre.org

Langdon Down Museum of Learning DisabilityThe Langdon Down CentreNormansfield2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS0333 1212 300 langdondownmuseum.org.uk

Orleans House Gallery Riverside TwickenhamTW1 3DJ020 8831 6000

Richmond Hill Gallery 26 Richmond HillRichmond, TW10 6QX020 8940 5152 therichmondhillgallery.com

Riverside Gallery 36 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LP020 8878 0040 riversidegallery.co.uk

Strawberry Hill House (Horace Walpole’s Gothic Castle) 268 Waldegrave Road Twickenham, TW1 4ST020 8744 1241 strawberryhillhouse.org.uk

The Architect’s GalleryThe Powder Rooms69-71 Broad StreetTeddingtonTW11 8QZ020 8977 6999 thearchitectsgallery.com

home & CultureThe Museum of RichmondOld Town HallWhittaker Avenue, RichmondTW9 1TP, 020 8322 1141 museumofrichmond.com

The Russell Gallery12 Lower Richmond RoadPutney, SW15 1JP020 8780 5228russell-gallery.com

The Twickenham Museum 25 The Embankment TwickenhamMiddlesex, TW1 3DU020 8408 0070 twickenham-museum.org.uk

Will’s Art Warehouse180 Lower Richmond RoadPutney CommonSW15 1LY020 8246 4840 wills-art.com

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Church RoadWimbledon, SW19 5AE020 8946 6131

Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill RoadWimbledon Common SW19 5NR020 8947 2825 wimbledonwindmill.org.uk

theAtres

New Wimbledon TheatreThe BroadwayWimbledonSW19 1QG020 8545 7900

Normansfield Theatre The Langdon Down CentreNormansfield2A Langdon Park, TW11 9PS0333 1212 300 langdondowncentre.org.uk

Orange Tree Theatre1 Clarence StreetRichmond, TW9 2SA020 8940 0141orangetreetheatre.co.uk

Polka Theatre 240 The BroadwayWimbledon, SW19 1SB020 8543 4888polkatheatre.com

Putney Arts Theatre Ravenna Road, Putney, SW15 6AW020 8788 6943 putneyartstheatre.org.uk

Richmond Theatre The Green, Richmond, TW9 1QJ 020 8332 4500

Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts The Whitehouse Community Centre45 The Avenue, Hampton, TW12 3RNsteponstageacademy.co.uk

Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse90 High Street, Hampton HillTW12 1NZ0845 838 7529 teddingtontheatreclub.org.uk

The Bearcat Comedy Club The Turk’s Head28 Winchester RoadSt Margaret’sTwickenhamTW1 1LF020 8607 9190 bearcatcomedy.co.uk

The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond, SW15 1EU020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk

The Richmond Shakespeare Society The Mary Wallace TheatreThe Embankment, Twickenham TW1 3DU020 8744 0547 richmondshakespeare.org.uk

The Rose Theatre24-26 High StreetKingston, KT1 1HL020 8546 6983 rosetheatrekingston.org

entertainment

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Beauchamp Beauty14 Eton StreetRichmondTW9 1EE020 8439 9977beauchampbeauty.com

Beauty and the Beach59 King Street Parade, Cross Deep, TwickenhamTW1 3SG020 8892 7999beautyandthebeachsalon.co.uk

Beyond Skin11 York StreetTwickenhamTW1 3JZ020 8891 4416beyond-skin.co.uk

Blush Beauty367 Richmond RoadEast TwickenhamTW1 2EJ020 8892 2820blushrichmondbridge.co.uk

Curves East Sheen 48 Sheen LaneEast SheenSW14 8LP020 8876 1839curveseastsheen.co.uk

Curves Hampton77-81 Station RoadHamptonTW12 2BJ020 3068 0077curveshampton.co.uk

Curves Twickenham2-4 Heath RoadTwickenham TW1 2BZ020 8538 9922curvestwickenham.co.uk

Heavenly Green 4 Kew GreenKewTW9 3BH020 8332 1999heavenlygreen.co.uk

Sirisha’s Health and Beauty 145 Saint Margarets RoadTwickenham, TW1 1RG020 8891 4380sirishashealthandbeauty.com

HEALTH & BEAUTYWT Spa55-56 George StRichmondTW9 1HE020 8439 9936wtspa.com

The Haven Beauty Salon71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD020 8487 9595havenbeautylondon.co.uk

BOUTIQUES

Feather & Stitch16 King StreetRichmond, TW9 1ND020 8332 2717featherandstitch.com

Chatterton’s 40 White Hart LaneBarnesSW13 OPZ020 8487 1004chattertonshop.co.uk

Matches (Womenswear)34 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5BY 020 8947 8707matchesfashion.com

Matches (Womenswear)37a High Street Wimbledon VillageSW19 5BY 020 8944 6060matchesfashion.com

Matches (Menswear)38-39 High Street Wimbledon VillageSW19 5BY 020 8944 5366 matchesfashion.com

Matches (Womenswear)13 Hill StreetRichmondTW9 1SX 020 8332 9733matchesfashion.com

Nadia Ivanova76 White Hart LaneBarnesSW13 OPZ020 8878 0941

Ruby Blue281- 287 Upper Richmond Road WestEast SheenSW14 8QS020 8876 9845sheenuncovered.co.uk

FAsHionJEwEllErS

Horton London2 Paved Court, RichmondTW9 1LZ020 8332 1775hortonlondon.co.uk

Kate Hopwood Jewellery11 Brewers Lane RichmondTW9 1HH020 8948 0886katehopwoodjewellery.com

Susan Clarke11 Paved CourtRichmond, TW9 1LZ020 8948 6057 susanclarkejewellery.co.uk

HoTELs, TrAvEL & soCiALHOTElS

Cannizaro HouseWest Side CommonWimbledon, SW19 4UE020 8879 1464cannizarohouse.com

The Lodge Hotel52-54 Upper Richmond RoadPutney, SW15 2RN020 8874 1598thelodgehotellondon.com

Artists Villa Bed and Breakfast 57 Cobham RoadKingston upon Thames, KT1 3AE020 8974 5465kingstonbandb.com

TravEl agEnT

Simpson TravelBoat Race House, 61-67 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HL020 8392 5858simpsontravel.com

vEnUES

Warren HouseWarren RoadKingston Upon ThamesKT2 7HY020 8547 1777warrenhouse.com

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Food & drinkRestauRants

Enoteca Turi28 Putney High StreetSW15 1SQ0208 785 4449enotecaturi.com

Georgina’s56 Barnes High StreetBarnesSW13 9LF020 8166 5559georginasrestaurants.co.uk

Rock and Rose106-108 Kew RoadTW9 2PQ0208 948 8008rockandroserestaurant.com

Sonny’s Kitchen94, Church Road, SW13 0DQ020 8748 0393sonnyskitchen.co.uk

The Lawn Bistro67 High StreetWimbledon VillageSW19 5EE020 8947 8278thelawnbistro.co.uk

TW2 Bar & Grill80-82 The GreenTW2 5AG020 8898 9298tw2barandgrill.com

ButcheRs

AG Miller Ltd152 Waldegrave RoadTW11 8NA020 8977 2753agmiller.co.uk

Ellis Fine Foods99 High Street, TW2 7LD020 8894 9919ellisfinefoods.co.uk

J Seal Butchers7 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LW020 8876 5118jsealbutchers.co.uk

Robert & Edwards19 Leopold RoadSW19 7BB020 8946 5834robertandedwards.co.uk

PuBs

Bricklayers Arms32 Waterman StreetPutney, SW15 1DD020 8789 3932bricklayers-arms.co.uk

Rose and Crown55 High StreetWimbledon VillageSW19 5BA020 8947 4713roseandcrownwimbledon.co.uk

The Clock House69 High StreetTW11 8HA020 8977 3909theclockhousepub.com

The Idle Hour62 Railway Side, SW13 0PQ020 8878 5555theidlehour.co.uk

The Old Anchor71 Richmond RoadTW1 3AW020 8892 2181the-old-anchor.co.uk

BaRs

Be At One30 Putney High StreetSW15 1SQ020 8780 5252beatone.co.uk

One Paradise Road1 Paradise Road, TW9 1RX020 8332 7122

Shambles Bar & Restaurant83 High StreetTW11 8HG020 8977 9398shamblesbar-restaurant.co.uk

GReenGRoceRs

Ferrari FruitsWimbledon Reference Library Wimbledon Hill RoadSW19 7NB020 8944 7794

Streets Florist and Greengrocer125 St. Margaret’s RoadTW1 1RG020 8892 1951streetsflorist.co.uk

Wallace & Co146 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 2SW020 8780 0052wallaceandco.com

BakeRies

La Boulangerie2 Crown Rd, TW1 3EE020 8892 7990laboulangere.co.uk

Millers Bespoke BakeryUnits 4 & 5Saxon 2 Business Centre57 Windsor Avenue, SW19 2RR020 7720 1234millersbakery.co.uk

The Cavan Bakery42 Broad Street, TW11 8QY020 8973 3900thecavanbakery.co.uk

The Lawn Bakery9 High StreetWimbledon VillageSW19 5DX020 8946 3774

Delis

Bayley & Sage60 High StreetWimbledon Village, SW19 5EE020 8946 9904bayley-sage.co.uk

Cook & GarciaUnit 1, 25 The QuadrantTW9 1DJ0208 948 7777cookandgarcia.co.uk

Fresh Deli and Café25 Heath Road, TW1 4AW020 8892 0688cafe-fresh-twickenham.com

Matteo Delicatessen236 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 6SG020 8788 7853matteodelicatessen.com

confectioneRs

Sandrine Chocolates239 Upper Richmond Road WestSW14 8QS020 8878 8168sandrine.co.uk

The Cake Parlour146 Arthur RoadWimbledon ParkSW19 8AQ020 8947 4424thecakeparlour.com

William Curley10 Paved CourtTW9 1LZ020 8332 3002williamcurley.co.uk

cafés

Artisan Putney203 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 6SG0208 617 3477artisancoffee.co.uk

Il Vero Gusto376 Richmond RoadRichmondTW1 2DX020 8892 2007ilverogusto.com

Le Bon Goût8 The CausewayTW11 0HE020 8977 2176lebongoutcafe.co.uk

Petersham Nurseries CaféChurch LaneTW10 7AG020 8940 5230petershamnurseries.com

Mount Ararat Road, Richmond TW10 A fabulous semi‐detached house on Richmond Hill This exceptional family house offers spacious accommodation including 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 cloakrooms, 2 large reception rooms, entrance hall, kitchen/family room, utility room, conservatory, west facing garden and off‐street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 281.49 sq m ﴾3,030 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £2,550,000

﴾RCH130055﴿

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

Resident's Journal_Dec13_29 Mount Ararat Road - 19 November 2013 - 44905 20/11/2013 16:31:54

Strawberry Vale, Twickenham TW1 Exceptional family house overlooking the river Thames A period property dating back to 1856 with well‐proportioned accommodation including 6 bedrooms, 4 bath/shower rooms, reception room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, store room, loft storage, 176 ft garden, private mooring pontoon and off‐street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 376 sq m ﴾4,047 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £3,500,000

﴾RCH100151﴿

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

Resident's Journal_Dec13_Strawberry Vale - 19 November 2013 - 44894 20/11/2013 15:49:33

Mount Ararat Road, Richmond TW10 A fabulous semi‐detached house on Richmond Hill This exceptional family house offers spacious accommodation including 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 cloakrooms, 2 large reception rooms, entrance hall, kitchen/family room, utility room, conservatory, west facing garden and off‐street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 281.49 sq m ﴾3,030 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £2,550,000

﴾RCH130055﴿

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

Resident's Journal_Dec13_29 Mount Ararat Road - 19 November 2013 - 44905 20/11/2013 16:31:54

Strawberry Vale, Twickenham TW1 Exceptional family house overlooking the river Thames A period property dating back to 1856 with well‐proportioned accommodation including 6 bedrooms, 4 bath/shower rooms, reception room, dining room, study, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, store room, loft storage, 176 ft garden, private mooring pontoon and off‐street parking. EPC rating E. Approximately 376 sq m ﴾4,047 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £3,500,000

﴾RCH100151﴿

KnightFrank.co.uk/richmond richmond@knightfrank.com 020 8939 2800

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

Resident's Journal_Dec13_Strawberry Vale - 19 November 2013 - 44894 20/11/2013 15:49:33

Parkside Gardens, Wimbledon SW19Detached family houseAn attractive and well-presented detached house on an extremely popular road in Wimbledon Village. Master bedroom suite, 6 further bedrooms (3 en suite), 2 bath/shower rooms, reception room, dining room, study, office, kitchen/breakfast room, 2 cloakrooms, garden, off street parking. Approximately 712.8 sq m (7,673 sq ft)

Freehold

Guide price: £6,950,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026

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Oakfield Road, Wimbledon SW19Detached house on superb plotA substantial, well presented detached house on a superb plot of land in excess of 1.25 acres. Master bedroom suite, 6 further bedrooms (4 en suite), bathroom, drawing room, dining room, study, family room, kitchen/breakfast room, gym, games room, staff kitchen, utility, cloakroom, garage, garden, parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 749.9sq m (8,072 sq ft)

Freehold

Asking price: £8,250,000

KnightFrank.co.uk/wimbledon wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 0026

(WMB130094)

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Eversley Park, Wimbledon SW19Stunning family houseA unique family house situated in this secluded private estate moments from Wimbledon Common. 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, beautiful kitchen/breakfast room, garden with terrace and lawned area, double garage and driveway. EPC rating D. Approximately 318 sq m (3,423 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

Guide price: £10,000 per calendar month

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811

(WMQ104385)

Golf Club Drive, Kingston KT2Breathtaking family houseSimply beautiful and substantial detached family house within the exclusive Coombe Hill Estate. 9 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 8 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, indoor swimming pool, landscaped gardens, double garage and off street parking for several cars. EPC rating C. Approximately 843 sq m (9,074 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

Guide price: £18,500 per calendar month

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings wimbledon@knightfrank.com 020 8946 9811

(WMQ182892)

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Savills Barnes 52 Barnes High Street London SW13 9LN 020 8939 6900

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The old PosT offiCe, Tw10 Guide £7,000 PCM

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020 8971 8111

Guide £6.25 million Freehold

Elegantly styled detached house with bespoke fittings ø 4 spacious reception roomsø 6 double bedrooms ø approximately 6,900 sq ft of space ø built by LifestyleProjects ø interiors designed by Alison Henry ø garden landscaped by ThorntonForestier-Walker ø heart of Village with Common 600m ø off-street parkingø completion May 2014 ø CGI used

AN OUTSTANDING NEW BUILD HOUSE IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGEparkside avenue, sw19

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Savills PutneyAlex Howard Bakerahowardbaker@savills.com

020 8780 9900

Guide £2.55 million Freehold

Open plan reception room ø kitchen ø 6 bedroomsø 4 shower rooms ø south-facing garden ø off-street parkingø 280 m sq (3,014 sq ft) ø EPC=E

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020 8971 8111

Guide £6.25 million Freehold

Elegantly styled detached house with bespoke fittings ø 4 spacious reception roomsø 6 double bedrooms ø approximately 6,900 sq ft of space ø built by LifestyleProjects ø interiors designed by Alison Henry ø garden landscaped by ThorntonForestier-Walker ø heart of Village with Common 600m ø off-street parkingø completion May 2014 ø CGI used

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Savills PutneyAlex Howard Bakerahowardbaker@savills.com

020 8780 9900

Guide £2.55 million Freehold

Open plan reception room ø kitchen ø 6 bedroomsø 4 shower rooms ø south-facing garden ø off-street parkingø 280 m sq (3,014 sq ft) ø EPC=E

A STUNNING CONTEMPORARY DETACHED HOUSE WITH LOVELY GARDEN VIEWScoppice drive, sw15

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Unfurnished £5,250 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø 2 reception roomsø garden studio / 6th bedroom ø gardenø off-street parking ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C

VALONIA GARDENS, sw18

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

Unfurnished £2,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 1 reception roomø private parking ø swimming pool ø gymnasiumø concierge ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

HARRODS VILLAGE, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £5,750 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 double bedrooms ø 3 bathroomsø 2 reception rooms ø kitchen ø cellar ø gardenø off-street parking ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=F

TIDESWELL ROAD, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

Unfurnished £8,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

6/7 bedrooms ø 3/4 reception rooms ø 5 bathroomsø beautiful terrace & garden ø river views ø garageø Grade II listed building ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=F

THAMES BANK HOUSE, sw14

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

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Furnished £3,250 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 double bedrooms ø 2 bath/shower rooms ø open plankitchen/reception ø 3 balconies ø secure undergroundparking ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=B

LAMBTON ROAD, sw20

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

Unfurnished £7,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 reception rooms ø 5 bedrooms ø 3 bath/shower roomsø garden ø river views ø detached ø parkingø Council Tax=D ø EPC=C

LOWER HAM ROAD, kt2

Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115

Furnished £1,600 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

1 bedroom ø 1 shower room ø open plan reception/kitchenø wooden floors ø under floor heating ø off-street parkingø Council Tax=C ø EPC=D

PETERSHAM ROAD, tw10

Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

Unfurnished £1,900 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø large reception ø kitchen ø bathroomø seperate shower room ø garage ø Council Tax=Fø EPC=D

BERKELEY PLACE, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

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Unfurnished £5,250 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 bedrooms ø 5 bathrooms ø 2 reception roomsø garden studio / 6th bedroom ø gardenø off-street parking ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=C

VALONIA GARDENS, sw18

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

Unfurnished £2,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø 2 bathrooms ø 1 reception roomø private parking ø swimming pool ø gymnasiumø concierge ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

HARRODS VILLAGE, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £5,750 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 double bedrooms ø 3 bathroomsø 2 reception rooms ø kitchen ø cellar ø gardenø off-street parking ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=F

TIDESWELL ROAD, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

Unfurnished £8,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

6/7 bedrooms ø 3/4 reception rooms ø 5 bathroomsø beautiful terrace & garden ø river views ø garageø Grade II listed building ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=F

THAMES BANK HOUSE, sw14

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

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Furnished £3,250 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 double bedrooms ø 2 bath/shower rooms ø open plankitchen/reception ø 3 balconies ø secure undergroundparking ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=B

LAMBTON ROAD, sw20

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

Unfurnished £7,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 reception rooms ø 5 bedrooms ø 3 bath/shower roomsø garden ø river views ø detached ø parkingø Council Tax=D ø EPC=C

LOWER HAM ROAD, kt2

Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115

Furnished £1,600 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

1 bedroom ø 1 shower room ø open plan reception/kitchenø wooden floors ø under floor heating ø off-street parkingø Council Tax=C ø EPC=D

PETERSHAM ROAD, tw10

Savills Richmond nhowe@savills.com 020 8614 9115

*£36 inc VAT for each additional tenant/occupant/guarantor reference where required. Inventory check out fee – charged at the end of or early termination of the tenancy and the amount is dependent on the property size and whether furnished/unfurnished. For more details, visit www.savills.co.uk/fees.

Unfurnished £1,900 pcm+ £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø large reception ø kitchen ø bathroomø seperate shower room ø garage ø Council Tax=Fø EPC=D

BERKELEY PLACE, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

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Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

www.robertholmes.co.uk

Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - Lettings: +44 (0) 20 8879 9669

£5,450,000

A brand new luxuriously appointed detached residence in a quiet Village cul-de-sac location opposite a green and near the Common, the High Street and excellent schools

Impressive reception hall • 3 reception rooms • super kitchen/breakfast room • 5 bedrooms (3 suites) • 5 bath/shower rooms • landscaped garden • garage • drive • provision annexe • ER/C

Wimbledon Common

£5,850,000

A brand new luxuriously appointed detached residence in a quiet private road setting a few minutes’ walk from the Common and within easy reach of the Village and very good schools

Impressive atrium hall • 3 reception rooms • super kitchen/breakfast room • 7 bedrooms • 5 bathrooms • landscaped garden • garage • drive • planning permission for leisure complex • ER/B

Wimbledon Common

Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833 Wimbledon Village 020 8947 9833

www.robertholmes.co.uk

Currently flats opposite the Common with planning to restore to a single residence

A detached house in a unique location with views over the Royal Wimbledon Golf Course

A comprehensively refurbished and beautifully presented house in the heart of the Village

A fabulous contemporary residence close to Wimbledon Common and the Village

4 receptions • leisure complex with indoor pool • 9 bedrooms • carriage drive • garage • ER/D

5 bedrooms • 3 bathrooms • south facing garden • double garage • drive • ER/D

3 receptions • TV room • kitchen with Aga • 6 bedrooms • 4 bathrooms (2 e/s) • parking • ER/D

6 bedrooms • 5 bathrooms • southerly garden with studio • garage • off-street parking • ER/B

Wimbledon Village

Wimbledon Common

Wimbledon Village

Wimbledon

Wimbledon Village’s Premier Estate Agent - Sales: +44 (0) 20 8947 9833

£6,850,000

£3,150,000

£3,500,000

£2,850,000

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WIMBLEDON, ArTErBErry rOAD SW20

Monks rest is a charming detached house that holds a resemblance to a quaint country cottage. EPC rating: E

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £2,100,000

COOMBE, LOrD ChANCELLOr WALk KT2

A contemporary style home positioned in an ideal situation for local schools and amenities. EPC rating: C

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £1,575,000

WIMBLEDON, COOMBE LANE SW20

This five bedroom family home in West Wimbledon has recently been refurbished to a very high standard. The location is conveniently close to raynes Park train station, Wimbledon village and the A3. EPC rating: C

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £5,000 PCM Unfurnished

COOMBE, COOMBE hILL rOAD KT2

This family home is found behind electronic gates, down a long private driveway. It is one of the first huf houses in the Uk. EPC rating: C

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £5,499 PCM Unfurnished

Market your home with the world’s best! Fine & Country, awarded the Best International Real EstateAgency Marketing for four consecutive years.

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Fine & Country is proud to offer its sellers an unbeatable promotional strategy whichhas now been recognised by International Property Awards for the fourth yearrunning having won the award for The Best Real Estate Agency Marketing. TheInternational Property Awards is now in its 18th year and is the property industry's most prestigious awards programme. Chairman StuartShields says, “The quality of the competition this year was outstanding and to have four consecutive awards is a record breaking achievement,truly recognising Fine & Country’s state-of-the-art marketing which breaks the normal industry mould.”

The combination of an innovative marketing team and the international network of dedicated local estate agents brings together people, property and places presented to the highest standards.

With offices in over 275+ locations worldwide combining local, national and international knowledge with a strong marketing offering, Fine & Country is the estate agency of choice when buying, selling or renting prestige properties.

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HAMPTON WICK, ST. JOHNS ROAd KT1

This unique detached former coach house building offers excellent live/work accommodation arranged around a secure gated courtyard setting. EPC rating: d

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £1,400,000

TEddINGTON, CEdAR ROAd TW11

Positioned just five minutes from Teddington train station and within close proximity of highly regarded first and secondary schools. We have an urgent need for similar properties, due to strong demand. EPC rating: d

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £1,050,000

HAMPTON WICK, UPPER TEddINGTON ROAd KT1

A unique and recently re-furbished semi-detached house located off Upper Teddington Road. It is ideally situated within half a mile of both the River Thames and Bushy Park. EPC rating: C

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £3,250 PCM Furnished

TEddINGTON, AdMIRAlTy WAy TW11

This charming 3 bedroom family home in one of the most sought after areas of Teddington. Available February 2014. EPC rating: C

Contact: 0203 397 1199 £2,800 PCM Unfurnished

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Rare to the market, this beautifully presented, spacious family home comprises two large reception rooms, a seperate kitchen, conservatory, study and a large utility room. The upper floors offer a large master suite complete with a stunning en suite bathroom and garden views, four further bedrooms and two family bathrooms. The loft has been converted to provide a large bedroom with a spacious roof terrace and further benefits include a lovely landscaped garden and off street parking. Freehold. EPC=F. Joint Sole Agent.

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Madrid Road SW13 £1,750,000A beautifully presented, semi detached Edwardian family house in Barnes Village. The ground fl oor consists of a large reception room with feature fi replace, a cloakroom, separate playroom and a superb extended kitchen/dining area leading directly out to a west facing, landscaped garden. Five bedrooms are accommodated over two fl oors, with the master suite offering a luxurious en suite bathroom. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.

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Ferry Road SW13 £2,700,000

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Rare to the market, this beautifully presented, spacious family home comprises two large reception rooms, a seperate kitchen, conservatory, study and a large utility room. The upper floors offer a large master suite complete with a stunning en suite bathroom and garden views, four further bedrooms and two family bathrooms. The loft has been converted to provide a large bedroom with a spacious roof terrace and further benefits include a lovely landscaped garden and off street parking. Freehold. EPC=F. Joint Sole Agent.

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Madrid Road SW13 £1,750,000A beautifully presented, semi detached Edwardian family house in Barnes Village. The ground fl oor consists of a large reception room with feature fi replace, a cloakroom, separate playroom and a superb extended kitchen/dining area leading directly out to a west facing, landscaped garden. Five bedrooms are accommodated over two fl oors, with the master suite offering a luxurious en suite bathroom. Freehold. EPC=E. Sole Agents.

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Heidegger Crescent SW13 £1,650,000This beautifully presented townhouse is located on a sought after, private crescent within the Barnes Waterside development. Arranged over three fl oors, the accommodation comprises a garage with internal access, utility room, cloakroom, an open plan kitchen/dining room and a conservatory area leading out to a garden. The upper fl oors provide a beautiful reception room, two bathrooms and four double bedrooms, including a master with en suite bathroom. Freehold. EPC=D. Sole Agents.

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