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14 A Diamond Reign

Richard Brown explores Queen Elizabeth II’s six decades

on the throne in her Diamond Jubilee year

26 A Likely Story

Stephen Milton meets acclaimed British novelist

Joanna Trollope to find out her favourite Chelsea haunts

40Top of our Game

Olivia Platt-Hepworth investigates British design,

craftsmanship and its most creative industries

48 A Truly English Affair

Annabel Harrison meets Nick English, the co-founder

of dynamic British watch brand Bremont

67 British Fashion Takes Centre Stage

Annabel Harrison takes a closer look at four of the most

iconic British fashion brands of the 21st century

96 Ghost Story

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cars on the road today is made in Britain

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“In this special year, as I dedicate myself anew to your service, I hope we will all be reminded of the power of togetherness and the convening strength of family, friendship and good neighbourliness, examples of which I have been fortunate to see throughout my reign... I hope also that this Jubilee

year will be a time to give thanks for the great advances that have been made since 1952 and to look forward to the future with clear head and warm heart as we join together in our celebrations.”

These were the words released and signed by ‘Elizabeth R.’ in February to coincide with the

anniversary of her accession to the throne. In honour of this Diamond Jubilee, we pay tribute to Her Majesty the Queen who, in just three years, will take the title of our longest-serving monarch, currently held by Victoria who ruled for 63 years. Richard Brown looks back at the six decades of Elizabeth’s reign (p. 14) and Mike Peake uncovers the regal history of the Royal Borough (p. 19).

Worthy too of celebration, when considering the strengths and advances of our great nation, is the outstanding quality of British design in industries across the board. From art to fashion and innovation to interior design, names as diverse as Terence Conran, Jenny Packham, Alexander McQueen, Rolls-Royce and John Logie Baird are known and respected worldwide, representing

the highest standards of British craftsmanship and creativity.

In a issue dedicated to Great Britain, I must end with words spoken by our own great Queen: “I cannot lead you into battle. I do not give you laws or administer justice but I can do something else. I can give my heart and my devotion to these old islands and to all the peoples of our brotherhood of nations.”

EditorAnnabel Harrison

“Today, as I mark 60 years as your Queen, I am writing to thank you for the wonderful support and encouragement that you

have given to me and Prince Philip over these years and to tell you how deeply moved we have been to receive so many kind

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“I declare before you all,” said Princess Elizabeth in a

broadcast not dissimilar in syntax and proclamation to

the rousing speech given by the first Queen Elizabeth

ahead of the Spanish invasion four centuries earlier,

“that my whole life, whether it be long or short, shall

be devoted to your service and the service of our great

imperial family.” This pledge was made on her 21st

birthday, 21 April 1947. The next 60 years would prove

the promise anything but royal rhetoric.

On Victory in Europe day in 1945, Elizabeth

and her sister had mingled anonymously with the

crowds celebrating in the capital’s streets. “We asked

my parents if we could go out and see for ourselves,”

she later said in a rare interview. “I remember we

were terrified of being recognised... I remember

lines of unknown people linking arms and walking

down Whitehall, all of us just swept along on a tide of

happiness and relief.” Within seven years, the same

young girl would be monarch of 16 sovereign states,

head of 54 Commonwealth nations and Queen of seven

independent Commonwealth countries. If she harboured

thoughts of ever taking to the streets in anonymity

again, she’d be forced to think twice.

Though news of her father’s death in 1952

would have undoubtedly shaken Elizabeth – she had

been talking proudly of George VI’s steady recovery

from cancer that very morning – it was news not totally

unexpected. The year before, as Elizabeth toured Canada

on behalf of her increasingly unwell father, her private

secretary had carried a draft accession declaration for

use if the King were to pass away suddenly. Four months

later, while touring Kenya, it would be her husband Phillip

who broke the unfortunate news. As the hunter Jim

Corbett wrote, “for the first time in the history of the

world, a young girl climbed into a tree one day a Princess

and… climbed down from the tree next day a Queen.”

The coronation would be held on 2 June 1953,

a day reckoned by meteorologists to be the likeliest

to produce sunshine that summer. Despite the rain,

thousands took to the streets for a celebration on a scale

unequalled in living memory. Displaying a shrewdness for

public relations that would be exemplified throughout her

sovereignty, the Queen granted permission for cameras

to televise the event, ignoring the advice of the Prime

Minister, the Archbishop of Canterbury and Earl Marshall

(the royal officeholder responsible for organising State

funerals and coronations) in doing so.

The decision was an astute one; not only did it

prove instrumental in boosting the popularity of television

as an entertainment medium – the number of television

licences in the country doubled to three million in the

weeks before the coronation – but it also gave millions,

20 in the United Kingdom, 100 in North America,

unprecedented access to an event that had remained

behind closed doors throughout history. Promoting

Britain’s colourful heritage on a stage that spanned the

globe, the coronation made visible, through the popularity

of the event alone, the relevance of the crown in the

20th century. By commanding the attention of a nation

enjoying the end of post-war austerity, the Queen became

an emblem of hope and prosperity in what people hoped

would be more peaceful times.

For Elizabeth, bound to the duties that befall

every sovereign, the immediate years following her

coronation became a daisy chain of state dinners, public

engagements and audiences with ambassadors, High

Commissioners and foreign diplomats. After giving birth

to her two youngest children, Prince Andrew in 1960 and

Prince Edward in 1964 – pregnancies separated by tours

of Cyprus, India, Pakistan, Nepal and Ghana – Elizabeth

advanced into a decade in which she would oversee

an acceleration in the decolonisation of Africa and the

Caribbean and supervise the gaining of independence for

more than 20 countries.

For the royals, and for royal public relations, the

1960s would be notable for one other thing. In 1969,

during the year-long run up to Charles’ investiture as

Prince of Wales, the Queen approved a publicity exercise

that would grant the public access to the royal family

never so candidly presented. The aim of the fly-on-

the-wall television series ahead of the investiture – a

ceremony with the potential to seem antediluvian by

virtue of its ancient rituals and fancy dress nature – was

to highlight the royal family as a collection of normal,

down-to-earth human beings, and people who shared the

same concerns as everybody else. It worked; when the

series aired, 75 per cent of the British public could be

found glued to a television screen, watching not just the

Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh going about their daily

assignments but, in their children, the next generation of

royals too. The Queen had beamed the lives of the ruling

few into the lives of millions.

As leading lady, this is a part Elizabeth II has been playing for the last 60 years. RichaRd BRown considers the role of Her Majesty The Queen and her six decade performance

As the 60s gave way to the 70s, and popular interest

swayed the way of the younger royals, the Queen and

Duke spent much of the next decade in the comparative

shade, bound to continual rounds of royal duties, albeit

duties performed in the shadows rather than the spotlight

of the media’s immediate glare. This is not to say, however,

that the decade would pass without significant footnotes.

On a personal level, 1972 saw the Queen and the Duke

observe their silver wedding anniversary, while, publically,

five years later the nation would celebrate 25 years of

having Elizabeth as their monarch.

At the other end of the spectrum, the 70s would

also mark the elongated separation of Princess Margaret

and Lord Snowdon, and the media circus that came

with it, and more importantly, the assassination of Lord

Mountbatten at the hands of the Real IRA. In the death

of this man, Prince Phillip lost an uncle and surrogate

father, the Queen a valued adviser and the crown a

captain whose behind-the-scenes guidance and counsel

was widely viewed as having kept the royal ship steady

for years.

While the decade that followed may not have

brought much in the way of historic milestones, for the

Queen it provided incidents that will be hard to forget.

Firstly, with memories of Lord Mountbatten’s death

still painfully fresh, the Queen would have feared for

her own life when six shots were fired her way during

the 1981 Trooping the Colour. Fortunately, the shots

were found to be blanks – although no-one would have

known that at the time. Secondly, and only a year later,

the Queen would awake to find an intruder at the foot of

her bed in Buckingham Palace. Despite two calls to the

police, assistance wouldn’t arrive for seven minutes – a

period the Queen spent talking calmly to the intruder,

whom she appeased by offering cigarettes. Elizabeth

would have no doubt been thankful when media efforts

shifted from exposing the inaptitude of her security

team towards the wedding celebrations of Charles and

Diana later that year.

If there is a decade likely to remain in the mind

of the Queen for the wrong reasons, it is the 1990s. In

1991, republican feelings began to rise as exaggerated

press estimates of Elizabeth’s personal fortune filtered

through the papers, proliferated in 1992 through media

sensationalism of the breakup of Prince Andrew and

Sarah Ferguson, as well as Prince Charles and Diana.

In an unusually personal Christmas message, and in the

wake of a fire that had destroyed parts of Windsor Castle,

the Queen famously termed the previous 12 months her

annus horribilis. It was a term she could have applied to

more than one of the years to follow.

Although separated, relations between Charles

and Diana would grow increasingly acrimonious through

1993 with transcripts and reports of affairs published

in the press throughout January of that year. As the

image of Diana as the ‘Princess of the People’ began

to manifest itself, the popularity of Elizabeth, who

was seen as less than sympathetic to the Princess of

Wales, approached a 40-year low. Three years later,

and after a divorce requested by the Queen herself,

the nation would wake to the news that their favourite

Royal had been killed in a car crash. The troubles that

had haunted Elizabeth in 1992 would have paled into

insignificance in comparison to the scrutiny she’d face

in the days to come.

Before the week was out, more than a million

bouquets had been left at the gates of Diana’s

Kensington Palace home. The mass of flowers outside

Kensington Gardens reached a metre and a half deep,

while at the family’s estate of Althorp, mourners were

asked to keep away because of the threat crowds were

causing to public safety. During the unparalleled level

of international mourning, the Queen and the Royal

family had remained secluded. Only after three days did

Elizabeth order the flag at Windsor to be raised at half

mast; only after five did she address the nation.

“What I say to you now, as your Queen and as a

grandmother, I say from my heart,” she began. “I want to

pay tribute to Diana myself. She was an exceptional and

gifted human being… I admired and respected her – for

her energy and commitment to others, and especially for

her devotion to her two boys.” Amid intense pressure, the

Queen talked as a sovereign first but, more resonantly, as

a family member second. Speaking openly about her own

emotion and paying respect to Diana and the Spencer

family, the broadcast united the grief of the Royals with

the grief of the nation. By the end of Diana’s funeral the

next day, public animosity had relented.

60 years after her 21st birthday promise, it seems little has changed for a Queen who considers the coming of birthdays and anniversaries as inconsequential to the fulfilment of one’s duties

FEATURE


As the world welcomed the millennium and the

Queen ushered the Royal family into the 21st century, the

tribulations of the previous decade were largely forgotten.

In 2002 the Queen celebrated her Golden Jubilee, an event

some sections of the media predicted would be a failure

due to a supposed sense of apathy towards the crown. The

predictions were proved spectacularly wrong; hundreds of

thousands of people participated in street parties and fêtes

across the country, while a million people attended each

day of the three-day celebration in the capital. Despite the

deaths of both her sister and mother at the start of year,

Elizabeth journeyed the breadth of the Commonwealth,

notching up more than 40,000 air miles over 12 months in

tours to Australia, the Caribbean and New Zealand.

At the end of the Noughties, aged 84, Elizabeth

addressed the United Nations for the second time in her

tenure as monarch. Introducing the Queen, UN Secretary

General Ban Ki-moon described her as “an anchor for

our age,” noting that her reign had spanned “from the

challenges of the Cold War to the threat of global warming,”

from “the Beatles to Beckham” and from “television to

Twitter.” However, 60 years after her 21st birthday promise,

it seems little has changed for a Queen who considers the

coming of birthdays and anniversaries as inconsequential

to the fulfilment of one’s duties. “As I mark 60 years as

your Queen,” she said in February, “as I dedicate myself

anew to your service, I hope we will all be reminded of the

power of togetherness and the convening strength of family,

friendship and good neighbourliness, examples of which I

have been fortunate to see throughout my reign.”

Today, 12 years into the 21st century, her popularity

rides as high as at any time during her sovereignty. The

young lady who captivated her subjects as the real-life

Princess at the start of her tenure has retained the respect

of a nation during an age of intense media intrusion and

economic instability, as ruler of countries that have rejected

proposals to become republics, grandmother to two Princes

universally adored, and head of a family whose heritage she

has made relevant even in an egalitarian world.

Back in 1957, in the first televised Royal Christmas

broadcast, Elizabeth claimed: “It is inevitable that I should

seem a rather remote figure to many of you – a successor

to the Kings and Queens of history.” In fact, from that day

on, television and a society increasingly interested in the

day-to-day lives of its Royal family meant that feelings

of isolation between ruler and ruled were not inevitable.

The fact that the concept of a modern-day Royal family,

enjoying privileges simply by virtue of their birth, is

considered not as widely pernicious as it might, owes much

to the Queen’s dedicated commitment to bringing the

Crown to us, her subjects. Today, more than at any time in

history, we take pleasure in the feeling that as much as we

belong to the Queen, the Queen belongs to us.

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If you have a soft spot for

aardman animations, of Wallace

& Gromit fame, you may have

stumbled across Flushed Away, the

swashbuckling 2006 film about a

fiendish – if rather well-spoken –

toad and his plans to rid the world

of rodents. one memorable scene

comes about halfway through when

Roddy the mouse, given a delightful

home Counties accent by australian

actor hugh Jackman, reveals that

he’s from Kensington. “The royal

borough?!” cries the terrible toad with

delight, Roddy suddenly leaping up

in his estimations. even in the animal

kingdom, it seems the mention of

Kensington can’t fail to impress.

for more than 100 years,

Kensington has proudly been wearing

its royal borough status on its sleeve

– and why not? It’s an honour enjoyed

by only three other places in Britain,

and one of them – Greenwich – has

only just been added to the list. It was

in 1901, 64 years before its official

marriage to Chelsea, that Kensington

was awarded its royal borough status

and the trigger was the death of

Queen victoria, who had been born at

Kensington Palace and had a soft

spot for what she saw as a rather

genteel part of London. This little slice

of the capital had been enjoying royal

favour for centuries, so Kensington

took to its grand new title like a duck

to water.

Royal BoroughThe Mike Peake explores the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, from Charles II to

her Majesty The Queen, via the reign of Queen victoria and Prince albert, discovering the

impressive regal history of this beautiful borough

Illustration: Mai Osawa

Historians for the Royal

Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

say that the names of both Chelsea

and Kensington are Anglo-Saxon

in origin, the former deriving from

Chelchehithe (‘chalk’ and ‘landing

place’), while the latter has its origins

in the name Chenistun. Some also

think that the whole area was once

owned by early kings, though there

is little archival proof.

One definitive ‘royal’ moment

came in 1520, when Sir Thomas

More, Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII,

built a house in Chelsea. It would

later be known as Beaufort House

and in terms of acreage, it took

in practically everything from the

frontage of the Thames to the King’s

Road – itself formerly a private road

used by Charles II to travel to Kew in

the 17th century. Inspired by More,

Henry VIII acquired the nearby

Chelsea Manor, located in what

is now Cheyne Walk. Long since

demolished, it became home to both

Catherine Parr and Anne of Cleves,

and Elizabeth I also spent time there

as a child.

More royal patronage was

conferred upon the area when

the Chelsea Royal Hospital for old

soldiers was founded in 1682 by

King Charles II; Sir Christopher Wren

was commissioned to design the

building and set to work with plans

he had based on Paris’ majestic

Les Invalides. Shortly after, Wren

also worked on a grand redesign of

Kensington Palace.

Musical royalty graced the

neighbourhood in 1764, when an

eight-year-old Wolfgang Amadeus

Mozart gave a piano recital in the

Ranelagh Pleasure Gardens, next to

the Royal Hospital. Artistic royalty

moved in, too, with historians

describing 19th century Chelsea

in particular as a “sort of Victorian

artists’ colony”. In this picturesque

enclave, J.M.W. Turner, James

McNeill Whistler and John Singer

Sargent all lived and worked.

Back on firmer royal ground,

Queen Victoria’s husband Prince

Albert – very much a patron

of the arts and sciences – is

fondly remembered in numerous

landmarks around Cromwell Road

and Kensington Gore. The area

affectionately known as ‘Albertopolis’

contains a large number of Victorian

buildings in which the influential

Prince played some part, not least

of them the striking Albert Memorial,

opened by Queen Victoria in memory

of her late husband in 1872.

The borough’s regal links are

to be found at almost every turn:

the Royal Court Theatre in Sloane

Square has been around since

1870 and the Royal Albert Hall

opened the following year. According

to contemporary reports, Queen

Victoria was too overcome to speak

at its grand opening, prompting her

son, Prince Edward, to announce:

“The Queen declares this Hall is now

open.” Confusingly, the Royal Albert

Hall is one of several Kensington

landmarks that actually fall within

the boundaries of Westminster.

Most surprisingly, the lion’s share of

Kensington Gardens is another.

A definitive ‘royal’ moment came in 1520 when Sir Thomas More, Lord Chancellor to Henry VIII, built a house in Chelsea

FEATURE

In 1899, in what was to be her

last public ceremony, Queen Victoria

laid the foundation stone for the

South Kensington Museum, which

was changing its name to the Victoria

and Albert Museum. Since then,

the V&A has become the world’s

largest museum of decorative arts

and design, housing more than 4.5

million objects. Today, Kensington

and Chelsea’s royal connections are

still being forged, as local holders

of prestigious Royal Warrants, for

example, will attest. These warrants

are only issued to suppliers to the

Royal Family, and Kensington’s

business community boasts more

than its fair share. Holders include

Sloane Square department store

Peter Jones, Rogers De Rin Antiques

in Royal Hospital Road, the grocery

store Partridges in Sloane Square and

Penhaligon’s, the 135-year-old scent

emporium on the King’s Road.

RBKC is royal through and

through – Catherine Middleton was

said to have shaped up for her

wedding day at The Harbour Club

gym in Chelsea, the same club once

used by Princess Diana, while Prince

Harry, say the tabloids, likes to

party at The Brompton Club on Old

Brompton Road as well as Zefi and

Boujis in South Kensington.

Councillor Julie Mills, Mayor

of Kensington and Chelsea, reckons

it is the “serene residential feel” of

RBKC that sets it apart from other

royal boroughs – but we would add

to that. We think what sets it apart

from the rest are RBKC’s enduring

royal credentials. If you wanted to

spot Her Majesty trundling past in

her Bentley and it was a toss-up

between Kensington High Street and

the A307 through Kingston-Upon-

Thames, we can guess where you’d

put your money.

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InnovationFrom the steam engine to the sewing machine and the sandwich to Sellotape, our sceptred isle can lay claim to some of history’s most remarkable and revolutionary

inventions. RichaRd BRown considers some of the most significant

For a Small slab of rock nestled off the

coast of Europe, Britain has certainly made

a disproportionately large contribution to the

narrative of civilisation. over the years, our

island’s inhabitants have been responsible for some

of history’s most pioneering inventions, discoveries

and technical breakthroughs – innovations that have

changed the way people live. Think, for example, how

different our lives would be without television, radio

or the World Wide Web; without the flush toilet,

the vacuum cleaner or the electric toaster. or,

for that matter, marmite.

Back in 1775 – long after Jethro Tull had

revolutionised farming with his seed drill, John

Harrison had cracked the longitudinal puzzle with

his grasshopper escapement clocks, and Isaac

Newton had eyed the four Galilean moons of

Jupiter through his reflecting telescope – James

Wyatt invented something that would transform

human existence more than any other

creation: the steam engine. redesigning

a model originally patented by Thomas

Savery a century before, Wyatt’s was the

first commercially efficient steam engine –

using 75 per cent less coal than previous

models. Whereas the rudimentary nature of

earlier designs restricted engines to pumping

water, Wyatt’s modifications provided a rotary

motion that was suitable for driving factory

machinery, an innovation that heralded the

arrival of the Industrial revolution and a

period of economic and

social transformation of a

scale hitherto unseen.

Some 26 years later, in 1804, richard

Trevithick won a bet when he hauled ten

tons of iron over ten miles of track in the first

successful steam-driven locomotive and two

decades on, George Stephenson connected

Yorkshire and Stockton with the world’s inaugural

railroad. His ‘rocket’ had already made history

when it became the first locomotive to complete a

50-mile trip. at the time, the train was better known

for having dampened the mood of the 1830 liverpool

to manchester railway opening when it ran over

and killed liverpool mP William Huskisson.

Inventions like the steam engine and railway

locomotive transformed travel and industry, but

you don’t have to go as far back as the Industrial

revolution for examples of British innovations

revolutionising society. Welshman David Hughes’

radio, Scotsman alexander Graham Bell’s telephone

and Englishman Joseph Swann’s light bulb were all

invented in the latter half of the 19th century, at the

same time as Darwin was penning on the origin of Species, Brits were building the world’s first

underground railway in london and the

modern rules of football, tennis and rugby

were being drawn up.

The UK’s flare for creativity continued

undiminished into the 20th century. In 1925

– after stainless steel, the vacuum cleaner and

automated tea makers – Britain gave the world the

television. The brainchild of John logie Baird, the

first ‘TV’ transmitted only five images per

second. as visual broadcasts have to

transmit 12 images per second to

create the illusion of motion,

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it was hardly an optical spectacular. However, a year

later, when Baird demonstrated to the Royal Institution

a device that broadcast 12.5 images per second, the

first truly working television was born. Although Baird’s

scanning disk produced an image with a resolution of

only 30 lines, compared to later resolutions of several

hundred, the Scotsman’s invention changed mass

entertainment and social interaction forever.

The 1930s arrived and Brits made roads safer

by separating lanes with ‘cat’s eyes’ and enhanced the

experience of music by inventing stereo. At the end of

the decade, Hitler invaded Poland, World War Two was

declared and Britain went invention crazy. In addition to

bouncing bombs, ballistic missiles and corner shot rifles,

out of the war came the jet engine (the British Gloster

Meteor fighter appeared in 1944), radar (a device that

enabled the RAF to scramble fighters in response to

incoming enemy planes) and... the computer.

Although the idea for an automated calculation

and programmable machine was dreamt up by Charles

Babbage in 1812, it is Maida Vale’s Alan Turing who is

recognised as the father of

modern computer science.

Turing had already helped

to theorise the logic of

computer algorithms with

his Turing Machine when, in

the 1940s, the Government

enlisted him to join

Bletchley Park – Britain’s code breaking headquarters

– where he devised several techniques for breaking

German ciphers. Post-war, Turing created a design for

the earliest stored-program computer, something that in

1999 earned him a place on Time magazine’s 100 most

influential people of the 20th century list.

A few decades later, as Baird had done with the

television and Turing with the computer, fellow Brit Tim

Berners-Lee would once again metamorphose society. In

1989, with the aim of creating “a common information

space in which we communicate by sharing information”,

the Oxford graduate conceived the World Wide Web.

Devising a way to communicate information between

a Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) client and a

server via the Internet, Berners-Lee enabled the sharing

of data across computers not linked by hardware. People

have been swapping everything from bank details to

holiday snaps ever since.

Of course, invention isn’t just a product of all things

new, but a progression of existing products and designs:

the re-invention of standardised ideals – something

London-born Kenneth Grange has been doing since

1950. His designs include the British Rail High Speed

Train (in use since 1972), the bus shelter, the parking

meter and the Wilkinson Sword razor. Grange not so

much invented products to fill a functional need as

invented ways in which we picture specific products with

only his designs in mind. The modern black cab, for

instance, was his creation.

The monumental success of Apple in the 21st

century can be attributed to the similar endeavours of a

single, little-known Essex boy. Born in 1967, Jonathon

Ive was just 31 when he revolutionised computer

design with the iMac. Later, when given the task of

engineering a pocket-sized hard drive that would play

thousands of songs, he created the iPod. In 2005, he

designed the iPod nano, and in 2007, the iPhone. The

recently launched Apple iPad is a direct

descendant of Ive’s efforts.

For sports fans, being British

can sometimes feel synonymous

with defeat and disappointment,

but if it wasn’t for the creativeness of

our ancestors, sports like football, rugby and

cricket may never have existed. Nor perhaps would

have elastic fabric,

greeting cards,

matches, sunglasses,

carbonated soft

drinks, rubber

bands, pencils,

hovercrafts,

lawnmowers, the

pocket calculator or Viagra. With history

proving our nation’s ability to innovate

and design as second to none, next

time you have time on your hands, why

not put your creative cap on and see

what you can come up with? After all, to

borrow one of 1,700 words and phrases

invented by one William Shakespeare,

the world is your oyster.

Apple’s monumental success can be attributed to the endeavours

of one little-known Essex boy

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A Likely StoryAcclaimed British novelist and Chelsea resident Joanna Trollope shares with

Stephen Milton her favourite local places and why she felt driven to explore the lives of modern-day military wives in her latest novel

a decorated Major in the British Army who returns from

a six-month tour of Afghanistan, looking to a rosy future

back in the arms of his loving family. However, assimilation

back into the domestic fold proves tough for a man trained

to fight, and cracks in home life soon start to appear.

Trollope, who regularly taps into the intricacies of

emotional relationships, believes the damage a military

existence can inflict on the modern family unit is still

being overlooked. “About 20 years ago, I wrote a novel

called The Rector’s Wife, about the problems associated

with being married to someone else’s vocation, and I

wanted to run that concept through again. This time, I

felt I needed to choose a profession that had enormous

approval from the public, whilst being quite hard for the

private lives involved. And of course, the modern army is

the perfect answer to that.

“Whatever the public feels about the discretionary

wars that we’re involved in at the moment, there is

universal admiration for our brave boys and girls out in

the field. But being married to a modern soldier is a very

different matter altogether.”

Joanna, Chelsea resident and proud grandmother

of two, who boasts sales of more than eight million

novels, including Brother and Sister, A Spanish Lover and

Daughters-in-Law, gained no-holds-barred access to an

active regiment in Northumberland in order to research

the dynamic between combatant and family life properly.

“I didn’t want this to be an anti-army book. I wanted to

lay out the psychologies of different parties and needed

to do a lot of research as a result,” she says, admitting

she was surprised by the level of frank honesty to which

she was privy. “My personal experience where the

military is concerned is rather limited... I could tell from

the women I interviewed that there’s this devout sense of

loyalty, but you can read between the lines that there are

big problems. It really seems like there’s a huge pressure

on army marriages – a pressure that’s often accompanied

by a complete lack of compromise. But that’s the game.”

RefResHINgly, foR a phone conversation, the

eloquent Joanna Trollope has an instant, gracious ease,

almost Attenborough-esque, and her good form may well

be attributed to the encouraging sales of her newest book

and the 17th to be published in the Trollope name: The

Soldier’s Wife. “I don’t think anything could put me in a

bad mood today,” she offers chirpily. “The Soldier’s Wife

has gone to number one in three-days sales. I’m floating

in an impervious state of cloud nine.”

This is proof enough that the passion remains for

the 68-year-old, who has been a literary cornerstone for

the best part of 25 years. Her latest effort tells the story of

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Joanna goes on to discuss the disparity between

the ideals of her own generation and of those growing

up in today’s world: “For women of my generation, that

idea of honour and subsuming your life into that of your

husband’s was not out of the question. But the young

woman now – wives the age of someone like Prince Harry

– are much less inclined to say ‘I’ll do whatever you like’.

It’s a different time we live in.”

A relatively recent returnee from a country

life in the Cotswolds, Joanna, who describes herself

as “single-ish” since splitting from second husband,

dramatist Ian Curteis, is now a West London devotee

who appears to have discovered a personal utopia in

the leafy surrounds of the King’s Road. Besides, it all

helps with the creative

inspiration required by

authors. “When I first

moved to the King’s Road

as a teenager, it was an

unbelievably exciting

place. You had Mary

Quant and Café Des

Artistes on the Fulham

Road, and there was

something so young and

bohemian and hip about the area. I fell in love with it

then and have never quite fallen back out again. I knew

I’d return at some point.

“I just adore Chelsea. It has energy like no other

spot in the UK and what I absolutely adore about the

place is that, on weekends, it’s full of families and young

children. I love that. It’s home to me, to a wonderful

life for me and many others.” Naturally, there seems

to be a loyalty towards local establishments too. “I love

supporting local businesses, and really do so whenever

I can. There are so many great restaurants and cafés

about the place; just lovely for people-watching.”

Joanna’s enthusiasm, and switched-on author’s

mind, is evident from descriptions peppered with positive

adjectives and helpful advice about each favourite eatery

or cultural must-visit. For instance, there is “a fabulous

café” attached to the Saatchi Gallery on the King’s Road

called Gallery Mess – “very good for a quick bite” and

“a fantastic Italian deli called Manicomio” which Joanna

visits frequently. “If I’m pushing the boat out, I like to go

to the top of Sloane Street to Bar Boulud at the Mandarin

Oriental and I’m dying for the Wollesley to open beside the

Royal Court where I go to the theatre all the time.”

For general relaxation, there are a number of spots

where Joanna can be found. “We’ve so many cinemas

and theatres and Cadogan Hall is great for music, but

I do love my walks by the river – a wonderful lungful of

air and space. There’s

a delightful stroll by the

river called the Peace

Mile, which I think is at

the top of Battersea Park,

past that pagoda... And

aside from the stunning

scenery of the river, I love

the view by the Duke of

York Square where the

Saatchi Gallery is - there’s

stunning green space where all the local prep schools

venture out to have lunch and play games. It’s a green

area with hundreds of little children running around.”

Would any part of the city ever entice another

move? Joanna doesn’t think so and can’t see herself

moving again, whether to another part of London or back

to the countryside: “You become settled in a place and

when life is good, why disturb that? Chelsea is where I'm

at my happiest, and most inspired.” It appears the legacy

will live on, and right here in the borough.

Joanna’s new novel, The Soldier’s Wife, is published by

Transworld, and out now in book and audio book form

“I just adore Chelsea. It has energy like no other spot in the

UK. It’s home to a wonderful life for me and many others”

Photograph: The Saatchi Gallery, by Saskia Beresford


A Royal Seal of ApprovalHer Royal Highness The Princess Royal has been

shown how the Royal Borough of Kensington

and Chelsea, and its partners in the City of

Westminster and Hammersmith & Fulham, are

tackling young offenders and gang crime. The

Princess Royal visited the North Kensington

headquarters of the new Tri-borough youth

service, which brings the youth offending services

into one team. HRH saw young offenders

working with the victims of crime as part of the

restorative justice process. The Princess is Patron

of the Restorative Justice Council which aims to

establish communications between those harmed

by crime or conflict and those responsible for

the harm, while the Tri-borough Youth Offending

Team is part of wider plans by the three councils

to improve front line services while saving

taxpayers £33 million by 2014-15.

AdoptionEducation Secretary Michael Gove paid tribute to the

work of Tri-borough Executive Director of Children’s

Services Andrew Christie during a visit to Kensington’s

Isaac Newton Centre on 23 February where he discussed

forthcoming reforms to the adoption system.

Business BoostTwo young entrepreneurs are looking

forward to trading at the world-famous

Portobello Market after winning the

Royal Borough’s Market Enterprise

Launch Pad 2011 competition.

Jo Hawtree, who is starting a men’s

fashion label called Gunsmoke &

Lavender, and Emily Ellen Dell, who

sells bespoke art on canvas under

the name Girl on a Swing, have

both won £1,000 in start-up funds,

six months rent-free stall space

on Portobello Market, a support

package from the Prince’s Trust and

free business insurance.

Seven young entrepreneurs were

selected to pitch their ideas to a panel

of judges, including representatives

from the Council, the homeware

designer Cath Kidston, Circle Sports,

the Prince’s Trust and the John Lyon’s

Charity. The project was funded by

the John Lyon’s Charity and run by

the Council’s Education Partnership

Team. Cllr Nick Paget-Brown,

Deputy Leader of the Council, said:

“Congratulations to Jo and Emily. I

know that a stall on the Portobello

Market has been a springboard

that has helped launch successful

businesses in the past.”

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Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal met Reparation Officer Grace Fredricks and PCSO Carlos Husbands (pictured) during her tour

Borough Commander Chief Superintendent Jason Gwillim with Volunteer Police Cadet Patrick McCleary

Praise for CadetsThe dedication, hard work and commitment of

Kensington and Chelsea’s Volunteer Police Cadets (VPC)

were recognised at an awards ceremony in February.

Joining the cadets and their families at the ceremony

were the Borough Commander for Kensington and

Chelsea, Chief Superintendent Jason Gwillim, the

Mayor of the Royal Borough, Cllr Julie Mills, and VPC

Coordinator PC Jayne Richardson.

Last year saw the cadets represent the borough

at a host of local community and high profile events

including the Royal Wedding, Trooping the Colour, the

London Marathon, the Notting Hill Carnival and charity

fund-raising events. They also helped neighbourhood

officers to deliver local crime prevention initiatives

and played a pivotal role in a number of test purchase

operations with Council trading standards officers. They

completed an impressive 7,500 hours of voluntary

activities during the year.

Among the cadets who picked up individual awards

were Ali Golchin (best new cadet), Patrick McCleary

(award for excellence and commitment for three years, as

well as cadets’ cadet of the year) and Alfie Bance (cadet of

the year 2011). Team of the year was the Iron Team.

The Mayor congratulated the award-winning cadets

and commented: “The borough is a better place because

of the support they give to our community and the work

that they do for charity.”

Cadets meet every Wednesday from 5.30pm to 8pm at

Holland Park School, Airlie Gardens, Campden Hill Road,

W8 7AF. For more details, contact PC Jayne Richardson

on 020 8246 0667 or [email protected]

RHS Chelsea Flower ShowGreen-fingered fanatics, ensure your gardens are immaculate in time

for the internationally-acclaimed horticultural show. Soon returning to

the 11-acre grounds at the Royal Hospital this May, the event

invites visitors to explore a wide range of spectacular gardens and

floral exhibits; this year’s show sees a new zone dedicated to the

latest in garden technology and innovation. It’s strictly advance-

booking only, with no admission on the gate and the first two days

are reserved for RHS members. Tickets are still available but extremely

limited so make sure to purchase yours before they sell out.

The Royal Hospital, Chelsea, SW3 4SL

22 – 26 May

www.rhs.org.uk

Queen Victoria RevealedAs we prepare for the monumental celebration of Her

Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee, Kensington Palace looks back

at the reign of one of our longest-reigning monarchs,

Queen Victoria. The exhibition will examine key events

in the Queen’s extraordinary life, such as her first day

as monarch at Kensington Palace and her marriage to

Prince Albert. Carefully selected exhibits – ranging from

her tiny black silk baby shoes and a collection of her toys

to her wedding dress (displayed for the first time in a

decade), mourning clothing worn following the death of

Prince Albert in 1861 and archive footage of her Diamond

Jubilee celebrations in 1897 – will also be showcased.

The exhibition opens on 26 March and will remain a

permanent display at the Palace.

Kensington Palace, W8

From 26 March

www.hrp.org.uk

Our Fair Lady“People, even more than things, have to be

restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed and

redeemed; never throw out anyone”. So said

legendary actress Audrey Hepburn. Hollywood

photographer Bob Willoughby was renowned for

his iconic photos of Hollywood starlets Marilyn

Monroe and Elizabeth Taylor but his favourite

muse remains unequivocal: Audrey Kathleen

Ruston, best known as Audrey Hepburn.

When first called in to shoot the half

Belgian, half English beauty after she arrived

in Hollywood in 1953, Willoughby’s love affair

began: “She took my hand like... well, a

princess, and dazzled me with that smile that

God designed to melt mortal men’s hearts.” His

studies of her long-standing career and private

life comprise an unrivalled record of one of the

20th century’s most iconic silver screen stars.

TASCHEN Store London

12 Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY

020 7881 0795, www.taschen.com

The Greatest of All Art FormsThe Royal Court is renowned for finding new talent and its latest production, Vera Vera Vera, shines

a light on writer Hayley Squires’ first submission to the theatre. The play is blackly comic: a boy

comes home dead from the war and his family squabble over who he was. Director Jo McInnes most

recently directed Red Bud at the Royal Court.

Royal Court Theatre, SW1X, 22 March – 14 April, www.royalcourttheatre.com

Celebrate Easter in the Royal Borough with a weekend of culture: exhibitions, theatre, treasure-hunting and art

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Chelsea Treasure HuntThe Chelsea district has long been regarded as one of

London’s most exclusive, with royals, artists and many

famous names making it their home. Starting on the

King’s Road, the Chelsea Treasure Hunt commences

its adventure by heading south through some of the

grandest streets in town to the river frontage at Cheyne

Walk – formerly owned by the likes of Rossetti, George

Eliot and, more recently, Mick Jagger. Finishing at South

Kensington tube station after approximately two to three

hours, excluding refreshment stops, you will experience

history, culture and beautiful residences en route – all

great fun to explore this Easter on a family day out.

Chelsea Treasure Hunt

Sunday 22 April 2012

www.treasuredays.com

War Horse: Fact & FictionFollowing the acclaimed stage production by the National

Theatre and the Spielberg-directed film released this

year, the National Army Museum has gone even further

with its own tribute to the World War One horses that

served and died. Exploring the hugely popular Michael

Morpurgo novel, alongside touching real-life stories of the

war horses, this interactive exhibition is one for all the

family to enjoy. Running since October, the exhibit will be

finishing in August so do visit before it ends. Open daily

between 10am and 5.30pm, all visitors receive free entry.

National Army Museum, Exhibition Gallery

22 October 2011 – August 2012

www.nam.ac.uk

Animals Inside OutThe latest exhibition at the Natural History Museum comes

courtesy of the team behind Gunther von Hagens’s Body

Worlds. Visitors will have a rare opportunity to examine the

biology, anatomy and physiology of around 100 plastinates

and capillary specimens – including giraffes and ostriches –

on display. Learn how anatomy is of crucial scientific value

in finding out more about the evolution of animals.

Natural History Museum, SW7

6 April – 16 September

www.nhm.ac.uk

Animal Inside Out: Ostrich © Gunther von Hagens, Institute for Plastination, Heidelberg Germany www.bodyworlds.com

International Antiquarian Book Fair“People say that life is the thing but

I prefer reading”, commented Logan

Pearsell Smith. Returning this year for

what promises to be an even bigger and

better event, the 55th London International

Antiquarian Book Fair is a haven for book

lovers. Taking place in Olympia in the

Grand Hall, the event attracts more than

160 booksellers from around the globe,

selling illustrated books, manuscripts,

fine bindings, maps, prints, photography

and associated ephemera, from the 15th

century to the present day. Special guided

tours will allow novices to receive an expert

insight into book collecting. Bookbinding

and calligraphy demonstrations are also

available for those of you fascinated by

the history of printing.

Olympia Grand Hall, W14

Thursday 24 May – Saturday 26 May

www.olympiabookfair.com


Revolutionary DiningFollowing the success of flagship restaurants in St

Petersburg, Moscow and New York, Russian restaurant

MariVanna has now taken up residency on the doorstep

of beautiful Hyde Park. Laden with extraordinary attention

to detail, the restaurant immediately transports each guest

into an archetypal Ruski home adorned with tchotchke

(trinkets), including the iconic stacking dolls, bookshelves

filled with Russian literature and elaborate chandeliers

hung far and wide. This culinary gem is a perfect,

alternative treat for celebrating the Easter weekend.

MariVanna, 116 Knightsbridge, Wellington Court, SW1

020 7225 3122, www.marivanna.co.uk

Classical TreatTantalise your musical senses this month

with a magical performance at Cadogan Hall.

Fresh from performing the score for Academy

Award winning film The Artist, the Brussels

Philharmonic Orchestra is making its musical

debut with a scintillating programme including

Brahms’ Tragic Overture and Tchaikovsky’s

Symphony No. 6, Pathetique, guided by the

baton of chief conductor and musical director

Michel Tabachnik. The orchestra is joined by

young Russian violinist Sasha Sitkovetsky to

perform Mendelssohn’s sunny Violin Concerto

– his final orchestral work and a piece which

perfectly unites melody and orchestration,

structure and feeling. This is not to be missed.

Cadogan Hall, 5 Sloane Terrace, SW1X 9DQ

2 April, 7.30-9.30pm, tickets from £18

020 7730 4500; www.cadoganhall.com

Bath of BubblesThe Cadogan Hotel is inviting guests to submerge themselves in a bath filled with 84 litres of

champagne, surely the pinnacle of decadent luxury. Part of its 125th anniversary celebrations,

and requiring the contents of 120 bottles, the extravagant dip varies in price but each package

includes a bottle of Dom Perignon Vintage (£195) for drinking, served with chocolate-covered

strawberries by your own bath butler.

The least pricey option is to bathe in Louis de Custine Brut at £4,000, but if you prefer another

vintage, Perrier Jouët Grand Brut, Perrier Jouët ‘Blason’ Rosé, and Dom Pérignon Vintage baths cost

£6,000, £8,000 or £25,000 respectively. Book this lavish treat early to avoid disappointment.

The Cadogan Hotel, 75 Sloane Street, SW1X 9SG

020 7235 7141; www.cadogan.com

House Price RiseSome of the area’s most prestigious addresses,

such as One Hyde Park, are seeing soaring

prices as would-be buyers clamour to pour

money into the capital’s housing market. The

surge in demand from the Middle East and

wealthy buyers fleeing the eurozone – coupled

with a lack of sellers and the fall of the pound

– pushed up prices in Knightsbridge, Chelsea

and Belgravia by 17 per cent last year.

Estate agent Winkworth said that 41 per

cent of all the homes sold in the area last year

topped £2 million, up from 33 per cent in 2010.

Chief executive Dominic Agace said there had

been “encouraging signs” of more properties

coming onto the market across London so far

in 2012: “We expect to see prices continuing to

move upwards as buyers look to this part of the

city as a safe haven for investment.”

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Summer BridesTucked away in a quiet Mews is

Alice Temperley’s intimate boutique.

Providing impeccable service, as

you would expect from one of the

Duchess of Cambridge’s favourite

designers, the bridal showroom

housed within is by appointment only,

where soon-to-be-brides are given a

consultation while sipping a glass of

champagne. As well as the extensive

showroom of ready-to-wear creations

in the signature styles – silk georgette,

hand-sewn pearls and sequins, and

embroidery – Temperley also offers

a fully bespoke service, giving you

the rare and wonderful opportunity

to work with the designer herself to

design your dream gown. Be mindful

that Saturday appointments get filled

up so make sure to book in advance.

Temperley London, 2-10 Colville

Mews, Lonsdale Road, W11 2DA

020 7229 7957

www.temperleylondon.com

A Royal CommemorationTo celebrate the Queen’s forthcoming Diamond Jubilee,

the Museum of Brands, Packaging & Advertising

is holding an exhibition showcasing souvenirs and

commemorative objects produced to mark Royal Jubilees

past and present, including mementoes of Queen

Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee of 1897, George V’s Silver

Jubilee of 1935 and Queen Elizabeth II’s Silver Jubilee

of 1977, as well as the newly released souvenirs for this

year’s Diamond Jubilee.

A recent addition to Portobello, the museum

features more than 12,000 original items from the Robert

Opie Collection. With a whole kaleidoscope of images on

display, visitors to the museum can also discover how

well-loved brands evolved over time.

Museum of Brands, 2 Colville Mews

Lonsdale Road, W11 2AR

3 April – 31 August

www.museumofbrands.com

The Food of LoveThe Kensington and Chelsea Music Society is preparing to

delight audiences once again this April with its latest concert.

South African baritone Njabullo Madlala will be returning to join

mezzo soprano Kitty Whatley, both the most recent winners of

the Kathleen Ferrier award, and Simon Lepper, as accompanist,

to perform pieces by Schubert, Schumann, Debussy, Vaughan

Williams and Sir Arthur Somervell. Tickets cost £18, which

includes a glass of wine or fruit juice during the interval. This

concert is a wonderful way to spend a spring evening.

Leighton House, 12 Holland Park Road, W14

17 April

For more information, call 020 7602 3316 or

visit www.leightonhouse.co.uk


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Anybody who has frequented hotels on a

regular basis will find the work of Anja Niemi

highly compelling. This Norwegian artist

uses the medium of photography to present

innovative perspectives on interiors and our

relationship with them but this new body of

work focuses on how we respond to hotel

rooms in particular.

On the one hand, throughout our

occupancy of those rooms, we treat them like

temporary, impersonal spaces; on the other, we

settle into them and make them feel like our

private zones, underlined by the desire to place

the “Do not disturb” sign on the doors.

For this exhibition, Niemi undertook

short-term visits to a selection of hotel rooms

and photographed herself within them in

different guises and displaying a wide range

of, at times disturbing, body language. As a

result, we get a thought-provoking, through-

the-keyhole look at how different female

characters may live out their lives behind the

“Do not disturb” signs.

Anja Niemi: Do Not Disturb

27 March – 21 April

13A Park Walk, Chelsea, SW10 OAJ

www.thelittleblackgallery.com

Q: This exhibition features very emotive, female figures; what is the artist’s rationale for painting them?

A: These figures are just as much abstract as

they are figurative; they are about painting

feelings and emotions. The use of the feminine

expression and body language is a passageway

to achieving these feelings.

Q: Does he paint them from life?A: No. Thomas applies pure colors of paint

straight from the tube on to the canvas,

mixing and feeling his way to a point of

figuration. These pictures should not be seen

as portraits because it is not about who they

are but what they feel.

Q: Newbolt’s heads have wonderfully dramatic, hypnotic eyes; is that because he sees them as the windows to the soul?

A: You could say that. The big eyes always seem to

make the works complete; it is part of the feeling

that Thomas strives for, as he says “the paintings

don’t work for me if the eyes are small. They

have to be like caverns”. The eyes play a large

part in making his work so arresting.

Q: Such painterly images look almost sculpted; is

his style influenced by Freud or Auerbach?A: Thomas is a new breed of figurative artist. Unlike

Freud he does not paint from life, but feverishly,

in fading daylight until darkness forces him to

stop. That is comparable to the condition Frank

Auerbach reaches so that an image is fresh and

unhackneyed. The same intensity, achieved by

different means, can be found in the work of

Freud, Newbolt and, of course, Auerbach.

Finding Faces in the Dark

28 March – 28 April

129 Portland Rd, Notting Hill, W11 4WL

www.piano-nobile.com

with Matthew travers of Piano Nobile Fine art about thomas NewboltQ&A

a surge of Love and Friendship in Notting hillThe new collection of sculptures and signed, limited edition prints by Doug Hyde is not likely to

remain in the Whitewall Gallery for very long as they represent the latest body of work by the UK’s

most popular living artist. Created in his idiosyncratic, naïve style, Hyde’s paintings and sculptures

take the form of lovable, cuddly characters that look as if they have leapt off the pages of modern-

day cartoons. Part of their appeal is that each character is inspired by the artist’s pet dog, family and

other people that feature in his daily life so the public instantly relates to the figures and narratives

he produces. The theme of Hyde’s new work is love and friendship injected with comedy so these

are likely to be the most popular sculptures and pictures he has produced to date.

Doug Hyde: Love and Friendship

Throughout April

100 Westbourne Grove, Notting Hill, W2 5RU

www.whitewallgalleries.comHyde: Fancy A Spin

a room with a Difference

How better to appreciate the finer things in life than by spending time admiring art, asks Carol Cordrey?

ar tAntiques &


ART

Art’s

Vintage PostersCAROL CORDREY deems these posters perfectly timed to trumpet our London 2012 Olympic Games

most wanted

Military MemorabiliaBackground: Rare group of 12 Honorary Awards and Medals given to Field

Marshal Lord Fitzroy Somerset, 1st Baron Raglan (1788-1855)

Item: Field Marshal’s Baton from Her Majesty Alexandrina Victoria; Gold Medal for Fuentes De Onor, with two clasps for Badajoz and Salamanca

Price: £250,000 - £350,000 for the group, sold as one lot

Date: 4 April

Location: Christie’s, South Kensington

www.christies.com

Simply SpecialItem: Costume design for Le Magicien Chinois in the ballet Parade

Artist: Pablo Picasso

Price: £18,000 - £22,000

Dates: 4 April

Location: Bonhams, Knightsbridge

www.bonhams.com

Interest in poster art is booming but despite the rise in prices over the past decade, it is still

an excellent way to start an art collection. On top of that, poster art provides eye-catching

conversation starters for any environment and this is most certainly true of this month’s

upcoming sale at Christie’s South Kensington. It will include iconic Olympic posters which could

not be more topical as we count down the days until the opening ceremony of London 2012.

Of special interest to buyers will be the poster dating from London’s 1948 Olympic Games,

created by Walter Hertz and featuring the classical figure of a discus thrower placed against the

background of the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben.

Expected value (items): £1,000 - £1,500

Expected value (auction): £600,000 - £800,000

No. of Lots: 150

Place: Christie’s South Kensington85 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3LD

Date: 18 April

www.christies.com

Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design Design There are many reasons to applaud British design this year. Though

the United Kingdom has been a hothouse for design and craftsmanship for

decades, 2012 is the year that both the rich heritage and the bright future of

our nation will be celebrated side-by-side.

a spate of upcoming events, launches and exhibitions will be leading

this celebration, including British Design 1948-2012: Innovation in the

Modern Age at the V&a museum over the summer, which will glorify more

than 60 years of this great country’s love affair with design. “Britain has

long been a pioneer of new ideas and processes, particularly in the areas of

engineering, industrial design and new technologies,” says Ghislaine Wood,

a specialist in 20th century design and co-curator of the exhibition at the

V&a. “From the introduction of new spinning and weaving machines in the

1780s, through the construction of ships and bridges in the 1840s, to the

development of computer codes after the War and the invention of the world

wide web in the 1980s, inventiveness has always characterised British design.

“however, over the last 40 years Britain’s design culture has undergone

radical change. It has moved away from manufacturing towards the provision

of innovative financial, retail and creative services. British designers have

frequently stood at the forefront of change and created some of the most

iconic objects, technologies and buildings of the last 60 years,” says Wood.

This V&a exhibition will serve to highlight the best of contemporary

British design, covering 64 years and helpfully bookended by the last Olympic

Games, held in London in 1948, and the present year. The museum has

brought together more than 300 objects, including clothing, to demonstrate

how design has changed significantly over this period in time. It becomes clear

how Britain’s designers were influenced by economics, politics and cultural

events and, to illustrate the shifts in society and consequently in design the

museum has split the exhibition into three distinct sections: tradition and

modernity; subversion; and innovation and creativity. It also seems clear that

the move away from the disposable culture, towards authenticity by means of

crafts and hand-making products, looks set to continue.

Today’s designers are following the country’s legacy of quality

craftsmanship by the meticulous manufacture of desirable objects and

attire. a common thread that links many of the designs long-listed for this

OlIvIa Platt-HePwOrtH investigates why 2012 is shaping up to be a very impressive year for the British design and craftsmanship industries

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year’s Design of the Year awards is serious attention to quality. “The longlist

can be described as the barometer of current thinking and appreciation in

designs,” explains Michael Czerwinski, the public programmes manager

of Design Museum London. “We asked 100 industry experts to submit

what they consider to be the year’s most successful designs. Many of the

works emphasise outstanding quality. There is a real shift away from mass

consumption and the current trend is to do something properly, using the

best materials available and superior manufacturing,” he says.

Since their launch five years ago, the Design of the Year awards have

become highly esteemed in the industry. The awards comprise nominations

across seven categories, including architecture, digital, fashion, furniture,

graphics, product and transport. The list spans various fields, from the

Duchess of Cambridge’s wedding dress, designed by Sarah Burton for

Alexander McQueen, to the world’s most advanced wheelchair, designed

by I Imagine. Entitled Carbon Black, the wheelchair allows users greater

accessibility due to its light weight and

sturdy carbon structure, and each of

the Carbon Black wheelchairs will be

made on a bespoke basis.

It’s not just fashion and products

being designed this way; other

disciplines of design, such as furniture,

are also following the trend and a

company that is experiencing increasing interest in its handmade furniture is

Soane Britain. Founded by Lulu Lytle and Christopher Hodsoll, the company

produces 500 exquisitely made re-interpretations of 18th, 19th and 20th

century originals alongside new designs. Soane Britain works with craftsmen

all over the country, utilising traditional skills such as saddlery, cabinet

making, iron forging, glass blowing and bronze casting to create high-end

furniture for homes, restaurants and hotels. “Soane’s was founded on the

principle of British production, manufacturing and workshops across a variety

of disciplines to create objects such as leather table tops to the tanning and

dyeing of feathers to cabinet making,” says co-owner Lulu Lytle.

“We collaborate with some of the country’s most highly skilled

craftsmen because of the high quality that they achieve,” says Lytle. “Last

year we invested in the last rattan workshop in England and are working

with the last three weavers to ensure the legacy of the skill for the country,”

she adds. The company recently partnered with Claridge’s Hotel to realise

the installation of 20 of its handmade brown leather Crillon chairs for its

guestrooms. One of the company’s most popular designs, the parts are

made in different workshops across the country, before the chair is carefully

assembled. The result is an enduringly fashionable and functional piece.

The V&A exhibition will also look at the prevailing shift in design in

the 1950s and 60s. The groundswell of creativity came from radical young

people, not from the traditional, established institutions: it was during this

time that a new generation of designers sought to challenge common values

and beliefs with forward thinking works. This included the launch of the Mini

by the British Motor Corporation and the opening of stores such as Terence

Conran’s Habitat and Barbara Hulanicki’s Biba, while the creation of the

Polyprop chair by Robin Dayin 1963 was another design innovation of the

Swinging Sixties.

While design was changing

rapidly, fashion was going through

several fundamental changes over the

decades. “The influence of Britain’s

art schools has been huge across the

creative industries and design sector,

and particularly in the area of fashion

design”, says Wood. “British fashion designers, many of them graduates of

art schools, have come to define a new creativity and technical brilliance.

Alexander McQueen, John Galliano and Hussein Chalayan have transformed

the way that we understand fashion. There is also a deeply subversive spirit in

British fashion, which can be linked back to the creativity of punk. Westwood

has undoubtedly been immensely influential.”

Though society may have changed over the years, one thing has

remained constant: creativity is paramount to British design.

The Design Museum London’s Design of the Year exhibition is on until 4 July and

British Design 1948-2012: Innovation in the Modern Age is taking place at

the Victoria & Albert Museum from 31 March

Overleaf Jaguar E-Type, 1961 © Jaguar Heritage

Above, left to right Opus Mixtum Dress Autumn / Winter 2011Evening gown designed by Alexander McQueen, A-W 2009 Francois Guillot/AFP/Getty ImagesCarbon Black Wheelchair I-ImagineLN-CC Forest Neil Bedford

Britain’s art schools have hugely influenced the creative industries and design sector, particularly in the area of fashion design

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Art in the Spotlight 20Th CenTuRy BRiTish ART

There has never been a better time to collect 20th century British and Irish art; what other field is so

accessible to its audience, so all-encompassing in its subject matter, and yet still so available and affordable? at the

higher end, the diversity of the field makes this category appealing to collectors, both established and new to the

game. a beautifully crafted drawing by a lesser-known artist can be acquired for hundreds, or one can compete at the

highest level for a masterwork, such as stanley spencer’s portrait of his first wife, hilda, being offered at Christie’s May

sale, estimated at £100,000-150,000. also being offered is spencer’s stunning landscape The Bridle Path, Cookham.

The full range of spencer’s power can be seen at The stanley spencer Gallery in Cookham, open by appointment.

a vigorous and exceptionally rare oil painting by artist of the moment, edward Burra will also appear in the May

sale, estimated at £500,000-800,000. This work is a powerful satire to rival any of the output of the more acclaimed

artists of any international movement of the 20th century. If it’s modern sculpture that you admire, you cannot fail to

appreciate the figurative depictions of humans and animals by Dame elisabeth Frink. her Rolling Horse is estimated at

£120,000-180,000 and if you want to experience her work on the grander scale, go to Chatsworth house, salisbury or

Guildford cathedrals, visit The Chris Ingram Collection which is housed at The Lightbox in Woking, another unknown

gem, or wander along Dover street in Piccadilly to spot her Horse and Rider sculpture.

If you want to tap into the most collectable and prolific artist in this category, you should not miss out on a series

of drawings by L.s. Lowry being offered from a private collector in May. You may be tempted by estimates between

£1,500 and £15,000, even if you also aspire to own one of the important oil paintings, such as Home from the Pub

at £300,000-500,000, or Going to the Match at £500,000-800,000. On the other hand, if you’re looking for a cutting

edge, modern abstract that takes up plenty of wall space, choose from artists such as Terry Frost, Gillian ayres or John

hoyland, each one still painting until a few years ago; you’ll still have change from £10,000.

every British modern movement, from Camden Town Group through vorticism, figurative, abstraction and 60s Op

and Pop art, has current stars, and there are still very accessible lower valued gems to sift through or discover. This

field represents every opportunity and many collecting value levels and we are spoilt by a vast network of galleries,

museums and institutions representing the category in informative and well-curated displays and affording an

enjoyable, instructive and fascinating study of the best of British.

22 March, 20th Century British Art; Christie’s South Kensington, 85 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3LD

23 and 24 May, 20th Century British & Irish Art; Christie’s London, 8 King Street, St James’s, SW1Y 6QT

020 7930 6074 (South Kensington) / 020 7839 9060 (King Street); www.christies.com

Rachel hiddeRley, Christie’s International specialist and Director of 20th Century British art, shares her top tips on collecting British art

Left to right L.S. Lowry

Going to the Match20th Century British & Irish

Art Evening Sale, 23 May Estimate: £500,000-800,000

Sir Stanley Spencer R.A. (1891-1959)

The Bridle Path, Cookham

20th Century British & Irish Art Evening Sale, 23 May

Estimate: £400,000-600,000

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SYMBOLS OF POWER:

The Crown Jewels

The Duke of Newcastle spoke these words of advice to Charles

II before his coronation: “Ceremony though it is nothing in itself, yet

it doth everything – for what is a king, more than a subject, but for

ceremony, and order, when that fails him he is ruined... therefore...

when you appear, to show yourself gloriously, to your people...”

from 29 March, the Crown Jewels will be displayed at the

Tower of London in a glorious new exhibition. featuring evocative

graphics, music and film archives, the highlight will surely be

newly-restored footage of Queen elizabeth II’s own coronation.

Visitors will discover the importance of the Crown Jewels to the

British Monarchy and their historic association with the coronations

of english kings and queens over the centuries.

Among the ‘Regalia’ on display will be the St. edwards’

crown. Made of gold and decorated with precious and semi-

precious stones, including sapphires, tourmalines, amethysts,

topazes and citrines, it was last worn by Queen elizabeth II on 2

June 1953 during her coronation. other astonishing pieces include

the world-famous Imperial State Crown, housing 868 diamonds,

one of which is the famous Cullinan II diamond, and the Crown of

the Queen Mother, featuring the magnificent 105-carat koh-i-Noor

diamond, as well as the royal sceptres, swords, orbs, rings, bracelets,

and ceremonial robes.

www.hrp.org.uk/toweroflondon

Priceless emblems of the British monarchy, the Crown Jewels are on show in a spectacular new display celebrating the Diamond Jubilee

No fewer than four exceptional mechanisms enhance the precision of the RICHARD

LANGE TOURBILLON “Pour le Mérite”: the tiny fusée-and-chain transmission,

the delicate tourbillon, the ultra-thin Lange balance spring, and – not least –

the patented stop-seconds device for the tourbillon which makes it possible to

set the watch with one-second accuracy in the first place. Never before has an

A. Lange & Söhne watch been endowed with so many complications that

simultaneously enhance its rate accuracy, settability, and readability. And so,

this remarkable timepiece truly deserves the honorary attribute “Pour le Mérite”.

We prefer not to be measured by dimensions.Unless it’s a new dimension of accuracy.

Arije 165, Sloane Street London • George Pragnell 5 and 6, Wood Street, Stratford-upon-Avon

Hamilton & Inches 87, George Street, Edinburgh • Harrods 87–135 Brompton Road, Knightsbridge, London

Watches of Switzerland 16, New Bond Street, London • Wempe 43-44, New Bond Street, London

Lange Uhren GmbH • Tel. +34 91 454 89 82 • www.lange-soehne.com

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For treasured timepieces, horological heirlooms and modern masterpieces, watch this space...

watchesWorld of

One tO watch

with its numerous innovative watchmaking features, the

Yacht-Master II model is the epitome of Rolex’s creative force and technology

Yacht Master II, £16,770, Rolex Available at Harrods

Every month, we choose our favourite watch from the newest models. April’s watch of the month comes courtesy of Rolex

Switzerland may be the undisputed home of the fine

watchmaking industry but we’d like to pay homage to

a brand whose roots lie a little closer to home. Inspired

by the endeavours of the London clockmaker George

Graham, a man responsible for the master clock at

Greenwich Royal Observatory which defined time for

most of the 18th century, Graham-London has been

flying the flag for modern British watchmaking since it

regrouped in 1995.

Fitting for a firm whose namesake gave us the

chronograph, dead-beat cylinder escapement and the

mercury pendulum, Graham-London’s Swordfish Booster

Iris (as pictured below) is as much an engineering

masterpiece as a product to tell the time. With a steel

case formed through plasma reactions in a vacuum,

and a nanometre-scale coating developed exclusively for

Graham, the watch’s mesmerising surface refracts light to

change colour at every angle.

home-grown talent

expert Opinion

Robin Swithinbank, editor of Calibre watch magazine, talks about

the state of the british watch industry

what have been the biggest changes in the industry in the last 20 years?

The watch industry has enjoyed a

period of unprecedented growth, but

the British have been relatively slow

to pick up on it. We’re starting to see

signs that the illustrious history of

British watchmaking may yet enjoy a

21st century revival, with a number

of promising new brands popping up.

There’s great kudos all over the world

in being a British luxury brand, so

native watch companies have a great

platform on which to build. Expect to

see the word ‘London’ appearing on

more watch dials in the future.

who are currently the most important brands in british watchmaking?

For high-end watchmaking, the

name Roger Smith is respected and

revered by collectors all over the

world. Smith was mentored by the

brilliant late George Daniels and plies

his trade from an atelier on the Isle

of Man. He produces fewer than

30 pieces a year, some unique and

made to order, hand-crafting every

part and creating watches that are as

horologically pure as anything made

anywhere else in the industry.

which british brand do you tip for imminent success?

Schofield. Founder Giles Ellis only

launched his first watch at SalonQP

last November but he generated the

kind of buzz big brands set aside

Olympic-sized budgets to achieve.

Ellis is a quality obsessive and his

2011 allocation of watches sold out

in a flash. Baited breath for what

he’ll do this year and beyond.

a truly

affair

EnglishAnnAbel HArrison meets Nick English, one half of the dynamic English brother pairing and

co-founder of British watch brand Bremont

ThE ENgiNE purrs, revs and roars into action

and before i know it, i’m soaring through the air, 1,000

feet above the English countryside (Epping Forest and

Chelmsford, to be exact). i’m not in a Boeing 747 or an

Airbus 380, though – my preferred, and standard, method

of airborne travel but one passenger of two in a tiny, toy

plane which is, i am told, an rV4. initial trepidation at

travelling in what, quite frankly, has less interior space

than a Mini is swiftly overtaken with the thrill of feeling like

a character in Top Gun (although more like goose than

Maverick). The pilot expertly steers us to the optimum

cruising height and asks me, casually, over the headset if

i’d like to drive for a bit. After a moment’s hesitation, i take

over control and experience the sheer joy of feeling the

plane dip and tilt exactly as i command, before the pilot

resumes control to flip us over into a few, 360º barrel rolls.

This is but a glimpse into the life of a Bremont

brother – Nick, this time round (although i had met the

equally charming giles at salonQp in November). i’d

like to say that i was composed enough to conduct my

interview with Nick whilst airborne but unfortunately the

noise was prohibitive and instead we chatted in the cosy

squadron at North Weald Airfield.

From their names to their demeanour, via their

watch brand and personal passions, the English brothers

are British through and through. Bremont has a story to

tell too, and a surprisingly young one at that; its watches

are gracing the manly, homegrown wrists of hugh Laurie,

Liam Neeson and Orlando Bloom, just ten years after

the company’s journey began, and five years after their

watches were actually being sold. Nick explains that from

the offset the brothers wanted to make beautifully


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crafted and engineered pilots’ watches of such a high

quality that “you could not find a better made watch in

that [£3,000 - 4,000] price range.”

A love of flying, watches and all things mechanical

has been in the English blood for generations, inherited

by Nick and Giles from their late father Euan, who died in

1995 when the vintage aircraft he was flying crashed. Nick

deems this “the tipping point in life, when you have to think

about what you really want to do.” This tragic accident was

followed by Nick and Giles crash-

landing on French soil because of

a rough-running engine and bad

weather. In a serendipitous turn

of events, the farmer who offered

them refuge from the authorities

and a bed for the night was a

retired pilot and gifted engineer,

surrounded in his farm by old wall

clocks in various states of restoration.

The farmer’s name was Antoine Bremont and

although the company’s name is French in origin,

Bremont retains a proudly British backbone. “There’s

this truly incredible history of British watchmaking”, Nick

says, with characteristic English enthusiasm, “and for

people to understand and appreciate what you’re doing

is fantastic, so although people like to play it down, it’s

always nice to receive awards.” Those in question were

from Walpole, the prestigious protector and promoter

of the British luxury industry, which saw potential and

named Bremont a Brand of Tomorrow in 2007 and, the

following year, Best Emerging British Luxury Brand.

Their customers since these accolades were

bestowed have turned out to be, by and large, people

who recognise the effort and passion that goes into

watch-making and who have an interest in well-

engineered products.

Is there a stereotypical Bremont owner? “What’s

interesting,” says Nick, “is that it’s not all about money. A

lot of our guys work in The City in high paid jobs and they

will save up and buy one of our watches.” With a love of

mechanical watches, often Bremont won’t be their first

horological purchase; they may have been given a TAG

or Omega when younger but since, “they have done their

research and want to wear something that’s different, that

separates them from the rest of the pack.”

The purchase may well

also become an investment; Nick

tells me that some of his watches

that sold for £6,500 three years

ago are now going for as much

as £10,000 and that in 2012,

the brand will produce only

3,000 timepieces, making them

yet more sought after. “We’re

not a flashy brand, not showy. It’s for people who like the

understated feeling of having something special on their

wrist. I think the car equivalent would be more Maserati

than Ferrari.”

The English brothers are as serious as they are

jovial and when I ask next what the biggest challenge

has been to date, Nick replies, straight-faced, “working

with my brother.” Cracking into a smile, he adds

mischievously, “I won’t go through the list of ideas I’ve

come up with because it’ll put him to shame”. He then

answers honestly that “we’re very diplomatic and both

involved with all the big decisions.” Challenges have

come in the form of the technical – “in terms of procuring

parts of this industry, especially when you’re doing a

lot yourself and you have lots of suppliers” – and the

financial; “the competition is spending a huge amount of

money on marketing but we are a smaller brand, without

a Richemont behind us.”

“There is this truly incredible history of British watchmaking”


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This is where unofficial ambassadors are worth

their weight in gold. On the extreme sport side of things,

Bremont works very closely with world-record climber

Jake Meyer, Olympic skier Graham Bell, world-champion

free diver Sara Campbell, polar explorer Ben Saunders

and adventurer Bear Grylls. “There’s a great synergy and

we appeal to those kind of guys, who show that you can

use one of our watches in [extreme] conditions and it still

works.” Charlie Boorman “batters them around because

he’s always falling off a motorbike” but, testament to their

endurance, he hasn’t managed to destroy one (yet).

For those who aren’t fortunate, or mad, enough to

spend most of their waking hours completing death-

defying or record-breaking feats, a Bremont watch is still

suitable wristwear. “We wanted to produce watches which

you could wear to the boardroom but also go off and do

amazing stuff at the weekend – windsurfing, hiking up

Everest, skydiving, whatever you want.” Indeed.

For Nick and Giles, “whatever you want” seems

to be the ethos they live by, revolving around aviation,

engineering, time-keeping and family heritage. My

afternoon at the airfield ends with a smile and a wave

from Nick as he hops into his plane to ‘drive’ back to the

office in Henley. What a commute. I have no doubt that

Euan English and Antoine Bremont would be immensely

proud of the Bremont brand and of the English brothers,

and that their part in the legacy is only just beginning.


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1 Bank lid-over attaché case, £2,166, Ettinger (available in Harrods and Harvey Nichols) 2 Croco travel pass holder, £84, Ettinger (as before)

3 Mississippi croc golf ball tube, £75, Daines and Hathaway (www.dainesandhathaway.com) 4 Classic braces, £45, Budd Shirt Makers (3 Piccadilly

Arcade) 5 Mississippi croc golf accessory wallet, £43, Daines and Hathaway (as before) 6 18-carat rose-gold Parliament watch, from a selection, Dent

London (www.dentlondon.com) 7 Bladon black 48 hour bag, £1,400, Dunhill (www.dunhill.com) 8 Silverstone Tourbillograph Gold, £25,000, Graham

London (available at Harrods) 9 Renaissance watch, from a selection, Speake-Marin (www.speake-marin.com) 10 Cosmograph Daytona, £19,670, Rolex

(available at Harrods and Watches of Switzerland) 11 Classic umbrellas, £125 each, Budd Shirt Makers (as before)

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Defined by sophistication and timelessness, it’s no wonder that the demand for British brands, like London-founded Rolex, has defied the recession

Brigade

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Ruby and diamond medium Fleur de Lys shield pendant and chain set

with pavé ruby rondell, £13,750www.theofennell.com

Expert Opinion Rebecca Hawkins

Head of Design at boodles

it is difficult to pick a favourite gemstone. I am most attracted

to blues, such as tanzanite, star

sapphires and aquamarines. My

favourite would have to be Paraiba

tourmaline, the colour of a clear pool

of water on a perfect summer’s day.

if i could choose anything from the boodles’ inventory? It would be the

Firebird bracelet.

My designs are inspired by a variety of things: textiles and patterns,

illustration and photography, poetry

and, of course, nature. The less

tangible and unstructured elements of

nature, such as water, are reoccurring

themes. Elegance and balance are the

most important factors, whether the

design is a minimal daytime piece or

an elaborate, dramatic one off design.

boodles prides itself on being a transparent company. It is important

that all our diamonds are purchased

from legitimate sources and not

involved in funding conflict in any way.

we’re planning an exciting new

collection for May 2012. It will have

an exotic feel with an eclectic mix of

motifs and influences. It incorporates

fresh and unusual colour combinations

as well as an interesting conceptual

thread linking the individual designs.

www.boodles.com

Cutting EdgEHaving captivated the world with his jewellery collections for more than

25 years, Theo Fennell continues to excite customers with his quirky wit

and original conceptions, as shown through his latest collection

Jouster is made with a subtle mosaic of pavé-set stones that hint at the signs and shapes of

antiquity but the brilliance of its colours and the liquid designs give the pieces an extraordinarily

contemporary look. Again, theo Fennell has combined the bold and the subtle, the old and the

new, to make works of art you can wear.

the Art of diamondsComprising eight unique pieces, with prices starting at £100,000, Danger is

the exciting new collection by British designer Jack Du Rose. Du Rose came

to London with the single-minded purpose of being commissioned by Stephen

Webster, a dream which then became reality. Subsequently, he received

a mystery call requesting him to design the master pattern for a life-size

reproduction of a platinum and diamond-encrusted human skull. He worked

100-hour weeks for three months to complete the challenge and it wasn’t until he

had finished that he discovered Damien Hirst had commissioned the £64 million

work. Du Rose considers his works to be as much artwork as they are jewellery;

each piece comes with its own bell jar and ebony display case, which locks with a

gold and diamond scorpion-shaped key.

Jack Du Rose Collection, available by appointment only, 020 7566 5870

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Jewels, gems, pearls and diamonds; the essential components of any lady’s jewellery collection

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Jewels

GarrardThere is no need for an introduction

to the royal jeweller. Despite its

traditional heritage and status as

creators of the Crown Jewels, the British

jewellery house’s forward-thinking approach

to its branding is emphasised through its

innovative creative director Stephen Webster.

This magnificent ‘Fire of London’ couture

necklace, created by Webster for Garrard, is

one of Garrard’s most iconic pieces, worn by

British fashion icon Kate Moss in 2009.

Fire of London couture necklace in white-gold

and diamonds, only available to order

Georgina Chapman for Garrard feather silver

diamonds and blackened silver earrings, £1,950

Star and Garter ring from the Grace collection, £5,500

All Garrard, www.garrard.com

BoodlesAlthough unable to compete with Garrard for the title of world’s oldest jeweller,

the family-owned company follows closely behind with a 200-year-old legacy,

making it one of the most established of British jewellery brands. Embodying

Boodles’ ethos of producing classic and elegant pieces, the

Tanzanite and Vintage collections are truly exquisite,

revealing the extent of head of design Rebecca

Hawkins’ love of all things blue and sparkling.

Princess-cut Tanzanite shimmer ring in

platinum with 12 brilliant cut diamonds

suspended from a diamond set bezel, £52,000

Tanzanite Milky Way necklace, from a selection

Vintage heart-shaped sapphire and diamond

earrings, £35,000

All Boodles, www.boodles.com

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Britain’s stamp on the jewellery world is elegantly eclectic; our thriving industry champions renowned stalwarts such as Garrard and Boodles, ‘diamond geezer’ Stephen Webster, and Solange Azagury-Partridge and Shaun Leane, two of the most exciting

new designers on the scene. OLIVIA SHARPE reports


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Shaun LeaneLike any soon-to-be top designer, Shaun Leane began his career working

alongside revered figures such as the late Alexander McQueen, creating

provocative and iconic catwalk jewellery. Inspired by this high-profile

collaboration, Leane set out to create his own

masterpieces; launching his eponymous collection

in 1999. He successfully created a new genre of

jewellery with his award-winning collections,

merging poetry, history and sentiment with a

sense of eternity and preciousness. The darkly

romantic Blackthorn collection marks this fusion.

Silver cluster ring with black pearl and black

spinel, £325, large silver thorn pendant with black

spinel leaves and black pearl cluster, £445

Both Shaun Leane, www.shaunleane.co.uk

Solange Azagury-PartridgeIt comes as no surprise that Solange began

her infamous journey to jewellery stardom

from a small boutique in the heart of Notting

Hill. Here, in the ideal creative environment,

Solange led the way forward with unique

and quirky designs, each exemplifying

her playful imagination and fantastical

individualism. Notably, she was handpicked

by Tom Ford to be creative director of

Boucheron from 2001 to 2004.

Diamond Hotlips 18-carat blackened white-gold and

diamonds, £15,000, Mathemagical bracelet in 18-carat white-gold

and diamonds, £140,000, Mish mash ring in18-carat blackened

white gold diamonds and sapphires, £25,600

All Solange Azagury-Partridge, www.solange.co.uk

Stephen WebsterMadonna, Sir Elton John, Kate Moss… these are just a handful

of famous names who have fallen head over heels for Stephen

Webster’s iconic designs, making him one of the most influential

British jewellery designers of the Noughties. The underworld of

the sinister intent of femme fatales has set the overall tone of his

‘Murder She Wrote’ glam-rock collection, every piece concealing

a deep and deadly secret; the Black diamond crucifix earrings

reveal dagger-sharp pointed ends.

Alchemy in the UK signet ring set in black rhodium-plated

sterling silver with Union Jack design, £225

Murder She Wrote chandelier couture earrings set in 18-carat

white gold with blue sapphires and white diamonds, £13,550

Both Stephen Webster, www.stephenwebster.com

1. From russia with Love Deluxe vodka decanter inspired by Peter Carl Fabergé

Imperial Collection Vodka in Sapphire, £2600, Signature Lifestyle

Collection & Ladoga, Browns, South Molton Street, W1K 5RD

www.brownsfashion.com

2. stud muFFinRock chic glamour in bold red and gold

Rebecca Minkoff Mini MAC Clutch, £195, Austique

40 New Cavendish Street, W16 8UD

www.austique.co.uk

3. image heavyPack a serious style punch with this eye-catching camera

Diana F+ Gold Edition Camera, £99, Lomography

www.lomographylondon.co.uk

4. heaven scentDelight and inspire in a cloud of decadent fragrance

Oscar de La Renta Live in Love, £66, Harrods

www.harrods.com

5. coLLar me BeautiFuLStatement neckwear for the fashion forward

Crystal Tassel Collar Necklace, £750, Kabiri

37 Marylebone High Street, W1U 4QE

www.kabiri.co.uk

Our top luxury products this month are gloriously regal and serve as worthy gift inspiration, should you wish to commemorate all things British.

The Akong necklace, with its silk tassels and intricate beading, and the exclusive Oscar de la Renta scent are both befitting of a true lady, while the

scarlet leather clutch is the ideal accessory for a sophisticated dinner date. The gleaming, jewel-encrusted decanter is the perfect home for a night-cap and of

course, a very unique camera is required to capture the moment.

golden

Opulence

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when art meets fashion:

Flying the British Flag

The scholarship’s aim is to nurture and support creative

talent across a number of design disciplines, including fashion,

photography and textiles. Bailey, Burberry’s chief creative officer,

graduated from the royal college of art in 1994, after receiving a

scholarship from a fund set up by the family of the late designer

Bill Gibb, and in 2003 he received an honorary rca Fellowship.

The royal college of art is the world’s only wholly postgraduate

university of art and design, offering degrees in the disciplines

of fine art, applied art, design, communications and humanities.

Notable rca alumni include David hockney, sir ridley scott,

Tracey emin and sir James Dyson.

Dr paul Thompson, rector of the royal college of art is

“privileged to have [Bailey’s] knowledge, insight and experience”

and “delighted that through the Burberry Design scholarships,

the royal college of art will continue to produce some of the most

outstanding creative talent in partnership with one of Britain’s most

successful and dynamic global companies... Burberry is a highly

successful company, driven by innovation; it provides the perfect

source of inspiration for any design or art student.”

Royal College of Art, Kensington Gore, SW7 2EU

020 7590 4444; www.rca.ac.uk

The royal college of art announces the Burberry Design scholarship, marking its 175th anniversary and a decade at Burberry for christopher Bailey

I belIeve that heritage, quality, craftsmanship,

creativity and innovation remain at the absolute heart of

british luxury. british luxury brands also have a certain

quirkiness and wit, giving them a unique personality that

makes them stand out from their european counterparts.

We changed our mission statement in 2005 from

‘promoting british excellence’ to ‘promoting british

luxury’ because Walpole was growing rapidly and the

membership needs were getting more diverse. For

example, what would british Petroleum and Jimmy Choo

have in common in terms of their agenda and needs?

the british luxury industry was growing in strength and

it was felt that, by focusing on luxury, we would be able

to truly fulfil the needs of the members and support this

growing and vital industry.

One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced as CeO of

Walpole has been the turbulent economic climate of the

last few years. 2009 challenged even the most positive

amongst us, and 2010 was unsettling as developed

economies faced budget deficits, public spending cuts,

unemployment and increased taxation. the economic

climate over the past 12 months has, of course, been

unsettling for the luxury goods industry; however what

has been astonishing is the growth that some of our

british brands have reported. Mulberry, for example,

has expanded its factory capacity and reported a

surge in profits, as did burberry. I don’t think anyone

knew quite how resilient british luxury brands would

be during a recession. that said, our membership

includes some of the nation’s oldest, finest and most

loved businesses, many of whom have historically

proved resilient; we have survived world wars, industrial

revolutions and recessions.

One aspect that has been surprising, and

somewhat alarming though, has been the lack

of understanding and recognition from governments for

our industry. through our political engagement work

on topics such as selective distribution agreements

and competition law, we have been amazed how little

the british luxury industry is really recognised for both

our economic and creative value; and the fact is that

it is important to the economy, employment, creativity,

innovation, to britain’s international reputation and to

tourism. We work closely with our French and Italian

counterparts, Comité Colbert and altagamma, and it is

very apparent that they really value and support their

luxury goods industries, something that Walpole is trying

to achieve here in the UK.

Finer Things Julia Carrick, CeO of Walpole and former editor and founder of the Ft’s

How to Spend It, speaks to AnnAbel HArrison about what epitomises the specific and unique aspects of luxury from our fair isle

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What has become clear recently is that there is a

core luxury customer, who has money to spend and is

looking for unique, quality products which are going to

last. That is what Britain does very well. We are fortunate

to have a global appeal, with Asia in particular seeming to

have an insatiable appetite for all things British and that

is partly due to our history and traditions as well as our

reputation for design.

I don’t think that the inherent qualities of British

luxury have changed. These strong values have been the

backbone of our industry and ensured its sustainability

and success. What is so key to our industry is that

it balances both tradition and modernity. We have

businesses that are steeped in heritage with incredibly

skilled craftsmen, who ensure the meaning of ‘Made in

Britain’ retains its value. This is kept fresh with visionary

creativity and internationally respected innovation, that

is itself inherent in our culture. The combination of these

factors is very appealing to consumers. It is about owning

something genuine, unique and which has a story.

This year will be the second year running that the

eyes of the world are on the UK and in particular London.

Last year’s Royal Wedding really brought out something

special, not just in the capital, but across the country and

beyond. We had something to celebrate and we really

waved the flag for Great Britain in a way that only we can.

London is gearing up to take the spotlight again and I hope

the atmosphere is just as electric. It is an opportunity to

show the world our unique identity and national spirit -

how we like to do things. The opportunity is there; there

will be hundreds of thousands of people coming to us

and watching us, who will all want to own a little piece of

Britishness and all it encompasses.

Britishness evokes a sense of tradition, about doing

things properly. At some point over the last decade, this

became unfashionable. The understanding of ‘British’

has always been the same and is deep-rooted in our

heritage and culture - but we had a crisis of confidence.

We lost our way in what and who we are. The last few

years have seen luxury brands embrace every part of

what it means to be British. What binds and distinguishes

British people from the rest of the world is a wide

spectrum of conservatism, eccentricity, quirkiness, wit,

intelligence and, most importantly, our history and wealth

of culture. What it means for luxury brands is something

entirely unique to celebrate, innovate and demonstrate

through their designs and products.

The British luxury industry has a strong legacy in

supporting emerging companies and individuals, and

I was lucky enough to have this kind of support early

on in my career. Our current chairman of Walpole, Sir

David Bell, was former chairman of the FT, and, while

he did not necessarily mentor me, he believed in me,

gave me the right guidance, the opportunity and helped

me build the confidence in myself that I could really

achieve things. In turn, we have played an active role

in fostering this mentoring spirit, nurturing the creative

and entrepreneurial talent of the future through our

two mentoring programmes – Brands of Tomorrow and

Crafted. Through these two programmes, Walpole has

now mentored nearly 50 individuals and businesses.

www.thewalpole.co.uk

Julia CarriCk & Walpole

No one knows the luxury industry quite like Julia Carrick. She founded the Financial Times’ hugely successful How To Spend It magazine and, since

2000, has continued to further the interests of the British luxury industry as Ceo of Walpole. under her leadership, membership has quadrupled and

now includes more than 160 of Britain’s most prestigious brands and cultural institutions, as the

largest membership organisation representing luxury businesses in europe.

Walpole takes its name from the statesman Sir robert Walpole (1676–1745), a highly regarded commercial minister, famous for his energetic

promotion of overseas trade. He was also a great patron of the arts and contributed to a golden age of craftsmanship and manufacturing. From

large to small, all members uphold and promote the core values of Walpole, which include quality, style, design, excellence, craftsmanship, creativity,

sustainability, service and innovation.

Below, left to right /Charbonnel et Walker chocolates; Ettinger briefcases; Links of London silver charm; navy Burberry coat

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brItISH FASHION tAkeS Centre Stage

In tribute to London’s phenomenal fashion scene, AnnAbel HArrison takes a closer look at four of Britain’s top fashion houses and their dynamic designers

“People constantly make the mistake of comparing London with New York, Milan and Paris and

that's not what it's about. London has its own fashion identity. You come here to find the next

Alexander McQueen or John Galliano.” If there is one woman in the fashion industry with whom

it is impossible to argue, it is the indomitable Anna Wintour, editor-in-chief of American Vogue.

Last year London officially overtook New York* and cemented its status as the fashion capital of

the world.

And Anna Wintour is right. London has made its own indelible, unique stamp on the global

fashion industry, as exemplified by style icons across the decades, from the peerless Audrey

Hepburn to young Brit pioneer Emma Watson via the much-imitated Twiggy and Princess Diana.

Two Kates have flown the British fashion flag on the global stage, in very different ways but with

equally profound effects; the well-dressed, well-spoken Duchess of Cambridge has championed

British designers and a classic, modest style while the effortlessly chic, cutting-edge cool Kate

Moss has been single-handedly responsible for starting numerous trends.

While there are dozens of British brands worthy of our praise, we have chosen four that have

enjoyed particular success in recent months: Mulberry, loved for its iconic Alexa and Bayswater

bags and for bringing country chic to city lifestyles; Vivienne Westwood, the eccentric, colourful

doyenne of punk, pirate and Anglomania fashion; Jenny Packham, propelled to worldwide

recognition after being singled out as a favourite brand of Catherine Middleton; and Amanda

Wakeley, who has dressed women of all ages in daytime ‘luxe sportif’ and evening ‘contemporary

glamour’ for more than two decades.

* According to a study by Global Language Monitor

Mulberry est. 1971

Jenny PackhaM est. 1988

ViVienne WestWood est. 1971

aManda Wakeley est. 1990

BAGS OF STYLEInspired by the cool of the city and crafts of the countryside, Mulberry was established in 1971 and

the brand has since carved a niche for itself as an idiosyncratically British luxury label. Roger Saul set

up the company in Somerset with £500 he inherited on his 21st birthday and it went from strength

to strength for three decades. A boardroom coup in 2002, when Saul was ousted, marks the tipping

point; Mulberry began to shift from respected, small-scale company to fashion phenomenon.

And this phenomenon is all about the bags. Over the past decade, the name Mulberry has

become almost inseparable from fashion week front row laps and outfit descriptions of the hoards

of women toting its handbags; from young professionals to A-listers and leggy teens to stylish

yummy mummies, there seems to be no typical Mulberry bag owner. Everyone wants one. A catwalk

collaboration with Luella Bartley produced the Gisele bag, named after the Brazilian supermodel,

was a commercial hit, which gave rise to the cult-status Bayswater and iconic satchel-style Alexa

bags. The newest must-have? The Del Rey, named after New York singer Lana Del Rey.

The Oscar-equivalent stamp of fashion approval for Mulberry came

with victory as Designer Brand of the Year at 2010’s British Fashion Awards,

beating industry favourites Burberry and Victoria Beckham. Although designer

handbags have historically been of Italian or French heritage, Mulberry is

quintessentially English, through and through, right down to the practicality

of including a shoulder strap with every bag, no matter how small, and the

English factory for craftsmanship.

In July last year, analysts reported that Mulberry Group Plc was the

world’s best-performing fashion retail stock over the past year and its sales

may keep gaining, driven by overseas growth. By the end of 2011, Mulberry

had more overseas stores than it does in the UK. Make no mistake: this is a

brand that’s here to stay.

Mulberry, 171-175 Brompton Road, SW3 1NF, 020 7838 1411

ANGLO, PUNK AND ROCK ‘N’ ROLLIf Kate Moss is the Queen and Kate Middleton the Princess, then Vivienne Westwood is the brilliant,

ground-breaking Godmother of British fashion. It’s hard to imagine a London fashion scene without the

eccentric, fiery-haired Dame stalking down the catwalk, dwarfed by six foot supermodels decked out in

her creations. It all began in 1971 when Westwood and her partner Malcolm McLaren rebelled against the

enduring 60s hippie trend. Interested in music and memorabilia, biker boots and leather, they opened a

shop at 430 Kings Road named Too Fast to Live, Too Young to Die, branded with a skull and crossbones.

Their provocative t-shirts, ‘rubberwear for the office’ slogan and DIY straps and zips aesthetic led to the

media labelling the look ‘Punk Rock’. The Pirate Collection came next, marking Westwood and McLaren’s

first catwalk show in 1981, followed by the ‘Pagan Years’, tweedy collections that parodied the upper class.

The Pirates and Punk phases are testament to Westwood’s ability to kick-start trends that would

earn places in history. Today, the pirate flag is still flying high thanks to high profile designers (Jean Paul

Gaultier and Alexander McQueen, to name two) and the global success of Pirates of the Caribbean

franchise. Punk lives on in Balmain’s studded, leathery glory, emblazoned across Henry Holland’s

t-shirts and through girls like Alice Dellal, who dresses as though she’s stepped out of the 80s.

Anglomania is a central thread of the brand’s success because Dame Vivienne firmly believes

that fashion is a combination and exchange of ideas between France and England; “On the English

side we have tailoring and an easy charm, on the French side that solidity of design and proportion

that comes from never being satisfied because something can always be done to make it better, more

refined.” We salute the Dame for her outstanding contributions to fashion.

Vivienne Westwood, Worlds End, 430 King’s Road, SW10 OLJ, 020 7352 6551

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GROWN-UP GLAMOURAmanda Wakeley’s signature label was launched in 1990 and in just two decades her name

has become synonymous with style, luxury and understated, grown-up glamour. Amanda began

designing clothes based on her own passion to create “utterly beautiful clothes that women love to

wear” and what we particularly love about Amanda’s collections, especially in a city where eclectic

style and ageless dressing is encouraged rather than shunned, is this ethos: “The Amanda

Wakeley woman has an attitude to dressing rather than being a specific age... She wears the

clothes because they are appropriate for her lifestyle and are body-enhancing, yet comfortable,

sexy but not overt”.

This is exemplified by the fact that the brand’s famous fans span not only decades, from

Kate Winslet to Helen Mirren, but also continents; Hollywood stars Angelina Jolie and Scarlett

Johansson have elected to sweep down red carpets in Wakeley creations. These have also been

the choice for many members of Royal families, most notably the late Princess of Wales, who

chose a bottle-green Amanda Wakeley trouser suit to announce her retirement from public life in

1993, and Queen Rania of Jordan.

Amanda was recognised for her services to the fashion industry in February 2010 with an

OBE, after having bought back her company in 2009 and having made a triumphant, critically

acclaimed return to London Fashion Week. She has nothing but praise for the British fashion

industry – “I love the individuality of British style – it generally has a sense of humour and there

is no need to conform” – and since 1996 has co-chaired the committee for the Fashion Targets

Breast Cancer Appeal, which has raised more than £10 million to date. Amanda declares, though,

that “there is still so much to achieve”; we have no doubt that she will.

Amanda Wakeley Flagship, 175-177 Fulham Road, SW3 6JW, 020 7352 7143

FIT FOR A PRINCESSThe name Jenny Packham has been making significant waves of late, both in London and across

the pond in sister fashion capital New York, following a dazzling A/W12 fashion week show. Although

Jenny, a graduate of the prestigious Central St Martins School of Art, launched her first collection in

1988, it is only in recent years that she has enjoyed widespread and much deserved critical acclaim.

Known for its exquisite evening dresses and intricate bridal gowns, the brand has benefitted

hugely from ‘the Kate effect’ since the Duchess of Cambridge pledged her allegiance to the British

brand. Catherine wore several Jenny Packham dresses during her tour of Canada and LA in

July last year, looking picture perfect on one occasion in canary yellow and on another in a silver

and marble grey De Gournay hand-painted silk dress. This boosted international popularity, with

Hollywood clients including Angelina Jolie and Kate Winslet, as well as bringing a multitude of

awards for Hollywood Style Designer of the Year, International Couture Bridal Designer of the Year

2007 and British Bridal Dress Designer of the Year 2008 and 2011.

What essential items must every British’s woman’s wardrobe contain? Jenny’s reply was this:

“Something glamorous that sparkles and shimmers and hits the floor (perhaps a Jenny Packham),

waiting for its moment to team up with killer heels (ideally Louboutins) and your favourite scent;

Une Rose by Frederic Malle.” One of Jenny’s evening gowns is at the top of our wardrobe wish list.

Do we need it? Maybe not. But is it essential? Definitely.

Jenny Packham – Ready To Wear Boutique, 3A Carlos Place, Mount Street, W1K, 020 7493 6295

Jenny Packham – Bridal Boutique, 75 Elizabeth Street, SW1, 020 7730 2264

Jenny Packham – Accessories Boudoir, 34 Elizabeth Street, SW1W, 020 7730 4883


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Flower PowerAs flowers begin to bloom in

Britain’s gardens and parks,

floral patterns took on a life

of their own on this year’s

runways with printed perennials,

beaded blossoms and applique

blooms from the likes of

Matthew Williamson, Chloe and

Temperley London.

From SomewhereWith fans including Livia Firth, From Somewhere

is the environmentally-friendly fashion brand, as

featured in Vogue, which everyone wants to be

wearing. Long gone are tragic straw espadrilles

descended from the hippy era. Instead, expect

contemporary and unique designs, each

individually cut from reclaimed fabrics including

knitwear, cashmere, silks and tweeds.

Based in Portobello, an area with a history

of endorsing individual style, the boutique is run

by Orsola de Castro and Filippo Ricci, founders

of the British Fashion Council Estethica at

London Fashion Week. Their priority is to tackle

the fashion industry’s waste, whilst still providing

stylish, high end women’s clothing.

341 Portobello Road, W10 5SA

020 8960 9995

www.fromsomewhere.co.uk

A Hat for all SeasonsIn the lead-up to Britain’s much-anticipated

summer social calendar, the luxurious Milestone

Hotel is offering an exclusive opportunity for

guests to pair one of Louis Mariette’s headpieces

with their outfits. Guests can choose from his

latest S/S Ready to Wear Collection and the

milliner will be on hand to ensure you achieve the

ultimate in sophistication and style.

Mariette’s creations have been worn by

an eclectic and prolific

clientele including Jerry

Hall, Joan Collins

and Kate Moss. He

was most notably

commissioned by

Harrods to design

one of his most

spectacular

creations to

date, the Chapeau

d’Amour, worth £1.5

million and made from

a rare weave of platinum

fabric studded with diamonds.

54-58 Michael Road, SW6 2EF

020 7730 3050

www.louismariette.com

A Celebration of British DesignAmongst the list of architects, interior designers and graphic designers,

fashion stands out as the category in the Design of the Year awards

which most embodies the beautiful and avant-garde in British design,

with nominees including Alexander McQueen, Vivienne Westwood

and Sarah Burton at Alexander McQueen. Vivienne Westwood has

unceasingly challenged rules to create iconic pieces of art. Although

occasionally ridiculed by the fashion world for her wacky creations, the

inventor of 70s punk has never let this faze her, continuing to use her

collections as outlets for her creativity. The nominated A/W11 Ethical

Fashion Africa Collection encapsulates Westwood’s belief that fashion

can transcend aesthetics and functionality to become a cultural and

political expression.

8 February – 4 July 2012

www.designsoftheyear.com

Her S T Y L E By OLIVIA SHARPE

Photography: Will Whipple

Left / Rosine printed silk jumpsuit £1,950, Temperley London2-10 Colville Mews, W11 Above / Kyoto printed silk-chiffon wrap dress, £995, Matthew Williamson www.NET-A-PORTER.com

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Making a Splash Two years ago it was Vilebrequin; last year it

was Orlebar Brown; this summer we’re certain

it will be Love Brand & Co. providing the swim

shorts in which to be seen. The brainchild of

London designer Oliver Tomalin, the company’s

Trunks for Trunks range is committed to the

plight of the endangered Asian elephant by

helping to raise money for Elephant Family,

a charity dedicated to saving the iconic,

endangered animal.

The loosely tailored S/S12 collection has

a classic European cut (above the knee) and

comes in a selection of eight block colours, two

stripes and five limited edition prints. Expect to

see the beaches of Ibiza, Barts and the South

of France awash with the Elephant logo.

Love Brand & Co.’s Trunks for Trunks are

available online from www.lovebrand.com and

at Selfridges, priced at £128

His By RICHARD BROWN

S T Y L E

Business Class It may be finished with Italian-made hardware and feature Swiss made

zips, but this handmade cabin bag is the latest creation from a brand

as British as Yorkshire puddings and afternoon tea. Aspinal’s Revival

Roller Cabin Bag is crafted from supple pebble-textured calf leather and

accented by distinctive studs and equestrian-styled tan straps. Tailored

to comply with aeroplane cabin restrictions, the bag provides the ideal

luggage for short business trips and weekend city breaks.

The Revival Roller Cabin Bag is available at Harrods for £795

A. Sauvage’s British StyleA.Sauvage will be opening its new flagship store

at 48 Maddox Street later this month. Counting

among its ambassadors Mark Ronson, Noel

Gallagher and Dominic Cooper, the brand

has been described as “a way of life” by The

Observer and “the future of British menswear”

by The Evening Standard. Head to the store for

A. Sauvage’s trademark satin-lapelled tuxedos

and houndstooth flecked blazers.

A. Sauvage is available at Harrods

Burberry BritHe first hit the billboards four years ago when

he modelled Burberry’s S/S08 campaign.

Now, fresh from the success of The Pillars

of the Earth and My Week with Marilyn, Brit

actor Eddie Redmayne is back, fronting the

brand’s latest S/S collection. Shot in London

with model of the moment Cara Delevingne,

the playful campaign highlights the

brand’s ‘heritage in protection’

ethos, showcasing parkas

and the signature Burberry

trench coat. Burberry will

be introducing a new

image every month

throughout the season

to display the breadth

of the collection.

Burberry

2 Brompton Road

SW1X 7QN

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PhotograPhy:

Elizabeth GibsonFashion Editor:

Charlie Moore

fromwith loveL O N D O N

Coat, £625, Paule Ka at Harrods (0845 605 1234), pink wool dress, £495, Victoria, Victoria Beckham at Selfridges, acetate sunglasses, £239, Dior Eyewear, 01423 520 303, cream leather gloves with pearl trim, £139.95, Sermonetta 020 7491 9009, patent leather vanity case, £495, Aspinal www.aspinaloflondon.com, cream silk scarf, stylist’s own

Dress, £525, Paule Ka at Harrods, as before, sunglasses, £179, Burberry at Sunglasses Hut, 0844 204 0860, satin gloves, £35,

Cornelia James, www.corneliajames.com, hat, £165, Emma Fielden, www.emmafielden.co.uk

Silk crepe dress, £1,120 Alexander McQueen at Matches, 020 7487 5400, lace head piece, £330, made to order from Piers Atkinson,

www.piersatkinson.com, lace gloves, £35, Cornelia James, as before, earrings, £100, Kenneth Jay Lane, www.atelier-mayer.com

Crepe jacket, £375, silk blouse, £240, both Red Valentino at Harvey Nichols, 020 7235 6707, silk pencil skirt, £390, Reem Juan,

www.reemjuan.com, earrings, £100, Kenneth Jay Lane, as before

Silk playsuit, £1,950, matching kimono, £325, both Temperley London 020 7229 7957, earrings, £115, Anton Heunis at Fenwicks,

020 7629 9161, ring, stylist’s own

MAke up: Amanda Wright, using Alpha H

HAir: James Langan using L’Oréal professionnel

MOdeLS: Carly at profile and dallas at MOT


THE TREND Bronze Glow Models on the S/S12 runways at

Michael Kors, Sass & Bide and

Roland Mouret all sported golden

glows – be it glistening full body tans

or flashes of bronzer accentuated with

metallic make-up. The look is almost

universally flattering and translates

effortlessly from day to night with

a touch of shimmer. This season’s

incarnation of the trend is all about a

dewy finish to the skin, achieved with

moisturising formulations and wet-

look colour palettes. Estée Lauder’s

Bronze Goddess range has fabulous

products which fit the brief.

Limited Edition Pure Color Gelée

Powder Eyeshadow Palette, £35

Estée Lauder, www.esteelauder.co.uk

LATEST LAUNCHES Dressing Table JewelsBoth facets of this new fragrance make our beauty wish

list this month. Firstly, the bottle: a jewel-like casing in

reflection of a legendary design house in vivid tones of

aquamarine and silver. Secondly, the scent: a fresh blend

of woody and floral notes derived from pear, lime zest,

honeysuckle and amber.

Van Cleef & Arpels Aqua Oriens

£54, Harrods, www.harrods.com

The New ClassicMolton Brown is known for its luxurious body care ranges,

fuelling high aspirations for its very first anti-ageing collection

which launches with targeted crèmes for face, neck,

décolletage and hands. The aims of the ten-piece line are

simple and widely appreciated: to soften fine lines, smooth

skin tone, protect from UVA/UVB rays and enhance radiance.

Anti-Ageing Skincare Collection, from £25, Molton Brown

www.moltonbrown.co.uk

Pretty Plié InspirationsOPI channels contemporary culture with its

shades, citing influences in every sphere

from fashion to pop music. The latest tones

owe their pastel hues to the rather classical

origins of the New York City Ballet and

serve as a French manicure with a twist.

New York City Ballet Collection, £11

each, OPI, www.lenawhite.co.uk

BEAUTy ADDRESS Book

Long Hair Clinic at Richard Ward Hair & Metrospa

Those attempting to refresh an age-old hairstyle or to restore nourishment and shine to their hair

after somewhat enthusiastic styling should bookmark the Long Hair Clinic, a specific concept created

by Technical Director at Richard Ward, Mario Charalambous. The signature treatment comprises

split-end removal, using clippers to preserve optimum length, followed by the application of an

intensive conditioning treatment under heat to neutralise the effects of environmental damage.

82 Duke of York Square, Sloane Square, SW3 4LY

020 7730 1222, www.richardward.co.uk

“You can be gorgeous at 30, charming at 40 and irresistible for the rest of your life” – Coco Chanel

BEAUTyHealth &

BEAUTY


For ThE GlitteratiGABRIELLE LANE discovers a discreet yet gorgeous luxury spa in the heart of

Knightsbridge, which attracts a very discerning clientele

In the domaIn of London’s most luxurious hotels,

the mandarin oriental hyde Park is noted for its fabulous

architecture, quintessentially British interiors and

beautiful Knightsbridge setting.

although its spa has stayed relatively under-the-

radar, that’s not to say that those in the know don’t

praise its fantastic service and facilities – and this praise

is given most deservedly. on-site there’s everything

one could need for a leisurely afternoon of pampering,

including a vitality pool, sanarium, amethyst crystal

steam room and gym, each smart and timeless upon

appearance owing to the white walls, dark woods and

accents of sky blue used throughout.

Staff members are attentive and knowledgeable,

channelling an ethos which centres on bespoke

treatments, and this is best reflected in the option of

booking time slots which can then be used for different

rituals to suit the client’s mood on the day. this flexible

service, combined with the spa’s ‘tick-every-box’

approach to high-end amenities, means a visit is an ideal

gift experience for those who don’t often make time for

this kind of luxury.

the mandarin oriental Spa also satisfies the every

whim of guests desiring east-meets-west, mind-meets-body

pampering. In fact, unique therapies and boutique style

rituals are in charming abundance: signature treatments

incorporate elements of traditional Chinese medicine

such as scent and touch (the two-therapist massages

are blissfully intensive for tired muscles) as well as native

american Indian practices, such as the use of hot stones.

there’s also just as much of a consideration here

for the modern lifestyle demands of spa guests, with a

veritable entourage of health and fitness experts available

on request, includes Pilates instructors, nutritionists and

a tai-chi practitioner.

While you can opt for customised, aromatherapy-

based facials, oriental essence massages utilising the

invigorating scents of ginger and mandarin or anti-ageing

treatments, it’s tempting to go all-out and combine body

wraps, foot rituals and everything in between as part of one

of the many incredible programmes of relaxation available.

Mandarin Oriental Spa, 66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA

020 7838 9888, www.mandarinoriental.com/london

SPA SPOTLIGHT...

The English Rose Treatment

Lazing in the thermal suite

before a dip in the rippling

plunge pool, with no-one else

around, it’s easy to feel like the

most indulged of divas. this

is a feeling that never leaves

you for a second during two

hours of massage, cleansing

and skin-buffing, accompanied

by the beautifying and softly

scented qualities of warm,

drizzled rose oil – a package

which constitutes the english

Rose treatment.

there’s the relief of tired

muscles, aided by a herb-

packed poultice, a facial which

leaves skin radiant, a scalp

treatment to condition hair and

relieve stress then stretches to

tone the whole body.

It’s an experience which makes

any guest rethink previous uses

of the word indulgent.

Sanitaryware, bathroom furniture, bathtubs, shower trays, wellness products and accessories: Duravit has everything you need to make life in the bathroom a little more beautiful. More info at Duravit UK, Milton Keynes, Phone 0845 500 7787, Fax 0845 500 7786, [email protected], www.duravit.co.uk

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one hundred years ago:

15 April 1912

“In a solItude of the sea / deep from human vanity,

and the Pride of life that planned her, stilly couches she...

alien they seemed to be: / no mortal eye could see

the intimate welding of their later history...

and as the smart ship grew / In stature, grace, and hue

In shadowy silent distance grew the Iceberg too.”

These words were written by Thomas Hardy in the

Convergence of the twain, capturing the harmonic tragedy that

unfolded at the peril of the North Atlantic ocean. 15 April marks the

100th anniversary of the sinking of RMS Titanic, which struck an

iceberg a mere four days into her maiden voyage, leading to one of

the most fatal peacetime maritime disasters in history.

The largest and most luxurious ship of its time, it has since

become legendary. The passengers on board totalled 2,200

and 1,517 of those lost their lives, the ship only holding enough

lifeboats to accommodate 1,178 people. With 6,000 artefacts

recovered from the wreckage, there is no denying the mystery

and intrigue still surrounding the vessel. Most of all, the sinking

of the Titanic tells a primal tale of man challenging nature, and

losing. A newspaper at the time concluded: “The story has retained

a remarkable power... Although caused by an iceberg, it was also

man-made, the result of the state of mind-grandiose, avaricious,

and self-confident - of the British and American magnates and

engineers who conceived and built the ship.”

With the 100th anniversary of the Titanic catastrophe approaching, the infamous maritime episode is to be remembered and commemorated

“And as the smart ship grew In stature, grace, and hue

In shadowy silent distance grew the Iceberg too.”

Ghost StoryMatthew Carter goes for a drive in one of the best cars in

the world and he’s proud to say that it’s made in Britain

MOTORING


years ago as a new, entry-level model – the way into R-R

ownership. In extended wheelbase form (introduced last

year) it’s only £230,000 – a veritable bargain alongside the

£337,000 price tag for the Phantom EWB.

It’s smaller than the Phantom, of course, but these

things are relative. At more than 5.5 metres from the Flying

Lady’s nose to the car’s back bumper, it’s still significantly

longer than a long wheelbase Merc S-Class, for example.

However, the Ghost is very different to the Phantom. Even

this stretched model – it’s 170mm longer than the standard

car, all of which has been handed over to those in the back

who now enjoy 330mm of legroom – is aimed at the owner-

driver rather than James the chauffeur.

It’s certainly caught the imagination of those with

the wherewithal to buy one. Despite the global recession,

Rolls-Royce enjoyed record sales of more than 3,500

cars in 2011, up 31 per cent on the previous year. And

of those, three in every four was a Ghost. It might be the

baby of the range, but it’s still a big, imposing car.

‘WAFtABILIty’. It’s probably not even a real word but it

sums up perfectly what it’s like to drive a Rolls-Royce,

because you don’t just drive a Rolls; you waft about in one.

this means any journey in a Rolls-Royce becomes a special

event, and surprisingly, that can create problems. I’ve been

doing this job for quite a few years now and you’d think that,

with all that experience, every report is as objective as it

can be. But the moment I slide behind the wheel of a Rolls,

things get a bit tougher. I know it’s just a car, but there’s

something very special about sitting behind that long bonnet

and seeing the Spirit of Ecstasy framing the view ahead.

I can tell it’s going to be especially difficult

today. I’m at Goodwood, home to Rolls-Royce, and

I’ve been handed the keys to a brand new Ghost EWB

(extended wheelbase). the sun is shining, the roads are

a rewarding mix of the fast and the twisty and they are

empty. Objectivity could go out of the window. Before the

start button is pushed, though, there’s time for a quick

reflection on the Ghost. It was introduced less than two


MOTORING

The famous R-R grille stands proudly at the front,

though smaller and more curved than usual, and the

bonnet still seems long enough to land a small plane on.

Frankly, there’s an awful lot of metal to move about which

is why the Ghost has a 6.6-litre V12 engine under that

elegant nose. Not one but two turbos allow it to develop

a heady 563hp, more than 100hp over what the larger,

heavier Phantom can muster.

The result? Despite its stately looks, the Ghost flies.

Top speed might be limited to 155mph, but its 0-60mph

time of just 4.7 seconds puts it into sports car territory. If

that figure seems impressive on paper, it’s even more so

in the real world. Put your foot down and the gearbox, an

eight-speed automatic, drops a few cogs and the car, all

two-and-a-half tonnes of it, doesn’t so much waft as rocket

away. At least, I think it’s an eight-speeder: in everyday use

the gearshifts are so smooth and so slick that detecting

any change is damn near impossible.

This isn’t helped by the lack of a rev counter. R-R

clearly thinks this a device vulgar, because in its place it

has created something called a Power Reserve Gauge.

At a standstill the gauge reads 100 per cent and this

diminishes as you floor the throttle – a bit pointless, in

my opinion. What is perhaps even more remarkable is

that, driven sensibly, you ought to be able to get 20mpg

from the thing. Alongside a diesel hatchback that might

not seem very clever but for a Rolls, believe me, that’s

impressive. Mind you, if you can afford the car in the first

place, and environmental considerations aside, you won’t

be worried by its thirst. This performance, of course, is

down to BMW, owners of this most British of brands. The

V12 engine was originally developed for the 7-Series and

the car’s steel frame is also related to the BMW flagship

(not that you’d notice it, though). It’s twice the price of the

Seven, but then, it’s much more than twice the vehicle.

The engine’s performance really sums up the entire

car: it’s smooth and sophisticated yet can turn nasty (in a

good way) on demand. On the one hand – and especially

when we’re talking about the EWB version with its greater

rear legroom – it’s a genuinely relaxing way to waft about.

Yet start to use the performance and this big car shrinks

around you and really shifts.

But standing start sprints aren’t what this car is all

about. Consider the fact that it takes 20 days to hand-

build, and seven to paint and polish, and that the carpet

is thick enough to lose yourself in. Consider, too, the rear

compartment, accessed via rear-hinged ‘lounge’ doors,

which has all the luxury expected from a private jet. 9.2 inch

LCD screens are built into the back of the front seats; the

sound system has a ten channel amplifier and 16 speakers;

and the seat themselves are behind the rear pillar to offer

the occupants a little privacy from the gawping crowds.

It’s all about the luxury. The Ghost has a

sophisticated air suspension system borrowed from BMW.

On smooth surfaces it really does glide along, but on

the UK’s broken roads things can get a little unsettled.

The wheels tend to patter over the bumps and the ride

becomes almost jittery. Almost. We are dealing with

superlatives here, so if anything fails to come up 100 per

cent it’s worth talking about; in a normal car the slight

deterioration in ride quality probably wouldn’t be noticed.

I do hesitate to say this but I have one or two other

issues. The dashboard might look imposing but it’s an

ergonomic mish-mash with buttons and controls scattered

all over the place, though no doubt an owner would soon get

used to it. There’s even one large chrome push button with

no indication as to what it does. I never did dare to push it.

The dials themselves are a little on the mean side, too, so

it’s just as well that it has a heads up display to let you know

how fast you’re going. Trust me, with no noise from the

engine and no road roar or wind whistling around the door

mirrors, it’s all too easy to break speed limits: the display is

vital. It’s just a shame that its housing behind the steering

wheel causes such reflections in the screen.

While I’m pleased to see that I haven’t lost all

objectivity, it’s hard not to be impressed by the Ghost.

Why on earth would anyone want a Phantom when they

could have this?

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Car: Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB

PrICe: £230,000

engIne: 6,592cc,

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Power: 563 hp

PerformanCe: 155 mph max, 0-60 mph in 4.7 seconds

DrIve: Rear-wheel drive,

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INDOOR

InternationalPolo moves indoors this March as the sport’s biggest stars descend on

The O2 arena for the HPA Gaucho Polo 2012, reports Martin Boshell


PROMOTION

If you attended the inaugural Gaucho

International Polo last year, then well done, you helped

to make history. along with more than 7,000 other

spectators, you made the o2 event the highest attended

indoor international the sport has ever known.

following the success of 2011’s tournament,

you won’t be surprised to learn that the event is back

for a second year. Returning to the iconic arena on 21

March, the HPa Gaucho International Polo 2012 will

merge music with polo as Grammy-award-winning South

american band Bajofondo takes to the stage between two

international arena matches.

Played on smaller sized pitches than the grass

version, and with three players per team rather than four,

arena polo has fast become a sport popular with thrill-

seeking fans. Games are faster, slicker and more highly-

charged than their traditional counterparts, intensifying

the match atmosphere and enhancing the spectator

experience.Guests attending March’s HPa Gaucho

International Polo 2012 will see Scotland take on Ireland

before the evening culminates in the titanic clash between

IG Index’s england and argentina – a match that will pit

Britain’s finest player Jamie Morrison against the sport’s

biggest star nacho figueras.

as a restaurant dedicated to promoting the best

in argentine food and wine, Gaucho has promised to

enthuse proceedings with a South american vibe. not

only has it organized for Bajofondo to introduce the

crowds to their unique blend of ‘electrotango’ but the

restaurant has also arranged for Wines of argentina to

give guests a taste of the country’s 30 finest wineries in

their complimentary tasting lounge.

although Gaucho are keen to stress that anything

goes when it comes to dress code, polo has also become

synonymous with a particular article of dress: white

jeans. It is from this association that Gaucho International

Polo 2012 takes its ‘White Jeans Party’ theme, so if you

own a pair, wear them; Gaucho has promised to donate

£1 to charity for every person that does so. the White

Jeans campaign has been a huge success so far, with

celebrities such as tara Palmer-tompkinson, aldo Zilli,

Made in Chelsea’s Millie Mackintosh, Rosie fortescue

and Jamie Laing, plus rugby stars Simon Shaw and

Kenny Logan supporting this wonderful cause.

as the evening draws to a close, entertainment

continues argentinean-style at the nearby Indigo2 with

Royston Prisk presenting the Gaucho International Polo

Players after-Party. Hugo Heathcote, James Park and

Sacha Bahlsen will be joining dJ Sam young to ensure

the party flows with a seamless mix of music, dancing,

champagne and cocktails.

Gaucho International Polo 2012, The O2 arena,

Wednesday 21 March, www.gauchopolo.com

Nacho Figueras

Age: 34

Who: Argentina Captain

Handicap: 6 outdoor 7 indoor

Career Highlight: Winning the Copa Republica in Palermo

What are the biggest misconceptions about polo?

That polo is out of reach for most people. Polo is a great sport to watch and enjoy with friends and

family and, if you’re at the right place, even a great

sport to play. You just need to be passionate about it.

How does the HPA Gaucho International Polo 2012

help to promote the sport?

it puts it in a more familiar venue and makes it much more accessible. it teaches people that polo is easy to

become involved with.

Why has arena polo proved such a successful?

it allows you to play in front of more people while still giving a great idea of

what polo is about. it’s very engaging for new spectators.

JaMie MorrisoN

Age: 35

Place of Birth: London

Handicap: 8 indoor

Career Highlight: Winning the Eduardo Moore Cup

What are the biggest misconceptions about polo?

That it’s just for the rich. at the top levels of any

sport you have to spend a lot of money but polo is accessible to all at lower

entry levels.

Do events like The HPA Gaucho International Polo help to dispel that myth?

absolutely. i think the fact that it’s held at an iconic

and instantly recognisable stadium makes it a lot more

accessible to the public.

Do you have to adjust your game for arena polo?

it’s a lot more exciting than outdoor polo and a great deal more physical.

it feels almost a completely different game, like how i’d imagine playing ice hockey

on horseback would!

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bringing history to life:

ModernVictorian Splendour

The Grosvenor hoTel, which holds the accolade of

being london’s oldest railway hotel and the first in the capital to

have fully functioning lifts, has reached the end of an extensive

refurbishment, just as the world’s gaze falls upon the capital. The

iconic Grade II-listed property, which originally opened its doors in

1862, has been restored to its full victorian splendour by Guoman

hotels. experts from english heritage were brought on board in

order to preserve and refresh the building’s original architectural

features, including the restoration of the original gold leaf finish,

hand painted onto all the columns in the grand lobby, and the

uncovering of original white marble on the pillars, which was

discovered during the refurbishment.

If you’re staying or visiting for business purposes, you’ll notice

that all the conference rooms are named after iconic trains, in a

direct tribute to the hotel’s heritage as a central railway hotel and a

quintessentially British touch. Pictured below is the opulent, Parisian-

inspired bathroom of the Courtesan’s Boudoir suite, recently opened

in homage to one of the hotel’s most infamous visitors. This was none

other than the scandalous courtesan Miss Cora Pearl who, upon

arriving at the hotel while visiting london in the 1870s, was refused

entry when stories of her hedonistic lifestyle surfaced.

The Grosvenor Hotel, 101 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 0SJ

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The Grosvenor hotel, a stone’s throw from the borough, is restored to its former glory for london’s golden year of celebrations and its own 150th anniversary


Secret SanctuaryJust a 90 minute drive from the south of Munich and discreetly nestled at the foot of the Wetterstein Mountain Range,

the award-winning Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway in the southern German state of Bavaria is ideal for

spa enthusiasts and avid readers. Famous for possessing the largest spa in Europe, taking up an expansive four floors,

the impressive site also has two libraries, the largest hotel book shop in the world and its very own Concert Hall where

approximately 200 musical and literary events are held year-round. The hotel boasts six outstanding restaurants, one of

which has a Michelin Star. This is where hiking, biking, skiing and golf meet concerts, lectures, books and the body beautiful.

Schloss Elmau Luxury Spa & Cultural Hideaway

www.schloss-elmau.de

By Invitation OnlyIf you want to ensure your

holiday starts off on the right

foot, there’s a new VIP option

available at Heathrow (even

if you’re not royalty or a head

of state). The Heathrow by

Invitation (HBI) service

offers exclusive VIP suites,

completely separate from

the main airport. Benefits

include a secluded kerbside

drop-off and pick-up point;

exclusive terminal entrance;

a luxurious private suite

where VIP hosts speed up

private check-in, luggage

drop-off, customs and passport

control; a private security

search area; and onward travel

by limousine or helicopter.

Tom Lomax, VIP Services

Manager, commented:

“Heathrow’s VIP service

offers the ultimate in luxury,

convenience and privacy... We

want to offer something unique

to passengers who attract them

out of their private or corporate

jets and back onto Heathrow’s

scheduled airlines’ premium

cabins”. If you value privacy

and convenience, this is an

ideal service.

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Tuscan TreasureFor an authentic Italian countryside experience,

there is no more picturesque option than the

luxury Castello Di Casole. The ruins of an Etruscan

castle, dating back to the 10th century, have been

transformed into a rustic, elegant boutique hotel,

comprising 41 suites with panoramic views of the

100 acres of vineyards. Dine in the Ristorante Tosca,

serving the freshest Tuscan cuisine, or enjoy the on-

site gourmet pizzeria. A wealth of activities will keep

your family entertained, from outdoor concerts and

art exhibitions on the estate, to vineyard and bike

tours for those wishing to explore more of Tuscany.

www.castellodicasole.com

“Not all those who wander are lost” – J.R.R. Tolkein

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TRAVEL

The UK boasts some of the finest hideaways in the world. From ultra-modern spas, gastronomic boltholes and designer hotels, ANGELINA VILLA-CLARKE

hunts out the best offerings, meaning you won’t have to venture far this summer

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Special SpasGone are the days when you had to go abroad for a rejuvenating break in a luxury spa. Once the domain of countries such as Italy and Switzerland, the British Isles are now gaining a reputation for their top-notch retreats offering second-to-none facilities, body enhancing treatments and five-star comfort.

Fletcher’s cottage spa, east lothian, scotlandAlthough it has just opened, The Fletcher’s Cottage Spa in Scotland certainly has a traditional

appeal. It is located in the renowned Archerfield Links Golf Club, a Grade I listed property set in a

magnificent estate known for its world-class golf course and incredible views of Fidra Island and

the Fife coastline beyond. Rich in ancient heritage, the house boasts a roll-call of past guests,

including Mary Queen of Scots and Sir Winston Churchill, that would make any swish hotelier

green-eyed with envy, not to mention the roaring fires, antiques and lofty rooms dating back to the

17th century.

While its past is certainly impressive, it’s the new developments that will impress modern-

day guests. Relaunching as a lifestyle destination, under the name Archerfield House, the hotel

features at its heart the stunning showpiece that is the £3 million Fletcher’s Cottage Spa. The

brainchild of Sian Parry Jones (known for her work with Urban Retreat and Aveda), it’s a unique

rustic-luxury offering, using reclaimed and rough-hewn materials to reflect an ethical approach

to wellbeing. Natural stone, bricks, walls of logs and solid wood floors are set against oversized

fireplaces and walled gardens, lights are suspended on hessian ropes and the relaxation zone has

a feature wall made from recycled potato boxes stamped with local farmers’ names.

Holistic and therapeutic treatments include facials from Spiezia Organics, massages

and detoxing seaweed wraps from Voya, as well as a whole range of treats from Aromatherapy

Associates. Wrapped up in a handmade Kenyan bathrobe with your own personalised iPod for

company, relax in the Rasul Mud Cure Room, the Marine Steam Room, the Himalayan Salt Room

or the Herb Aroma Sauna. There are even private, wooden bath huts for those who truly want to

get away from it all.

While an earthy attitude is at the centre of the Cottage’s ethos, it would be a mistake to think

this is not a luxury offering. An exclusive range of organic, African-inspired fragrances is on offer

from artisan perfumer Tammy Frazer, while personal spa butlers will attend to your every whim.

www.archerfieldgolfclub.com

the herb house at lime Wood hotel, lyndhurst, hampshireTucked away in the heart of the New Forest, Lime Wood

Hotel opened to much acclaim in November 2009. A

modern take on the country house hotel, it is a quirky

and laidback boutique retreat with impressive interiors

designed by David Collins and a glamorous clientele.

In the same way that Lime Wood has given a fresh

approach to rural hospitality, its destination spa is just

as innovative. Inspired by the verdant surroundings, the

three-storey Herb House highlights include a huge ‘forest

sauna’, a rooftop herb garden where guests can meditate

and spacious, light-filled treatment rooms. Natural woods,

slate and the scent of herbal infusions bring the outdoors

inside, while guests wanting to feel at one with nature can

be pampered in the luxurious Bath Garden – a double

treatment room with its own alfresco bubbling pool.

Inventive signature treatments include the Forest Dream,

which features a four-hand massage and third-eye oil

therapy, and Chocolate Indulgence, an Arabian-inspired

treatment that uses a mocha body scrub and chocolate

rasul mud to detox the body.

Fitness fiends can work out in the roof-top gym

with its forest views and state-of-the-art equipment, while

beauty connoisseurs will be thrilled by the use of British

boutique brands, such as seaweed experts Voya, natural

skincare by NUDE and Ayurvedic products by Tri Dosha.

The Herb House is also the first spa to offer

coveted Bamford spa treatments outside of the original

Gloucestershire ‘Hay Barn’ spa. Factor in the steaming

hot pool, the Raw Bar, thermal rooms and the spa’s

life-style assessment programme and you’ll find you’ve

discovered the ultimate feel-good place.

www.limewoodhotel.co.uk

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Design in the CountryCutting edge architecture, contemporary art, Michelin-starred restaurants… These days, country house hotels are bringing urban thrills to our rural landscape and tempting sophisticated townies to rest their heads outside of the city, ensuring the best of both worlds is on offer for guests with the highest standards.

Coworth Park, asCot, BerkshireThose who enjoy one of our best-loved, grand-dame

London hotels, The Dorchester, will no doubt be tempted

(not too far, mind) from its grand environs in Mayfair to its

sister property on the borders of Windsor Great Park.

While Coworth Park has borrowed the best of

the traditions associated with The Dorchester (the best

service, elegant surroundings and sublime restaurant

offerings), it has also broken the mould when it comes

to the typical country house hotel. Take the design

philosophy, for instance. While Fox Linton Associates

gives a nod to the house’s Georgian origins, it has steered

clear of any twee clichés. There are no deep-pile carpets

and heavy curtains here. Minimalist lines and simplicity

are the orders of the day – a backdrop, in fact, to the

beautiful setting in which Coworth Park is found.

The hotel is nestled in 240 acres of glorious

parkland, which is home to wild-flower meadows, a lime

grove, sunken gardens, polo fields and an equestrian

centre. The property also breaks new ground by offering

up impressive eco-credentials. It has a bio mass boiler

to reduce energy waste and a ground source water

circulation system for cooling the hotel.

Furthermore, the Spa at Coworth continues the

eco-luxury theme. It’s the world’s first hotel spa to offer

treatments by Dr. Alkaitis, renowned for his 100 per cent

organic, paraben-free ingredients and simple yet effective

approach. Much like the hotel itself.

www.coworthpark.com

syon Park, MiddlesexFound on the outskirts of west London, Syon Park doesn’t have to tempt urbanites too far for

a sojourn in its idyllic pastoral setting. Part of the Waldorf Astoria Group, the hotel is set in the

historic 200-acre Syon Park Estate, owned by the Duke of Northumberland, and in the year since

its opening it has become an easily-accessible getaway for Londoners.

While the original New York Waldorf Astoria is legendary, the latest addition to the portfolio

feels a bit like its younger, cheekier cousin. There’s a playfulness about the interiors here, from the

eye-popping Warhol portraits and the lime sofas in the bar to the birdsong you can hear along the

glass walkways. It’s fun. So too are the huge amount of activities on offer: cycling, trout-fishing and

foraging with a chef, to name but a few. Guests’ room keys even open a secret gate in the hotel,

allowing them to venture into the Duke’s private gardens.

Inside, the town-meets-country theme is reflected everywhere. Paying homage to the

butterfly house that once occupied the site, the fluttery insects are a frequent motif, seen on the

menus and the Villeroy and Boch china, while the Kallima spa is named after a species. The

lobby even houses its own butterfly house, home to exotic species such as the Red Postman and

Passion Flower.

At its core Syon Park calls on the current vogue for championing all things local. Chefs

cultivate their own kitchen gardens and use the estate’s trout-lake, beehives and a huge glasshouse

teaming with produce for their dishes. Even the Peacock Alley bar uses herbs, spices and fruits from

the gardens in a dazzling array of home-madeliquers, infusions and cocktails. Simply delicious.

www.londonsyonpark.com


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Culinary WondersThe Channel Islands and The Scilly Isles are causing an unlikely stir among gastronomes. As well as offering fantastic home-grown fare, their temperate climates mean that when it comes to travel, you don’t have to venture far to have your cake and eat it, too.

The ATlAnTic, JerseyThink of Jersey, and you would be forgiven for thinking of old-fashioned

seaside hotels and dreary restaurants. But you’d be wrong. For foodies

and sybarites alike, Jersey is a wonderful gem of a destination, which has

undergone a culinary revolution over the past few years.

The island’s sparkling centerpiece is the family-owned The Atlantic Hotel.

With its Art Deco leanings, dramatic sea setting overlooking the crashing waves

of the Atlantic and five miles of sandy beaches, there’s something of the elegant

ocean liner about its decor. Rooms are understated and chic, boasting mirrored

furniture, marble bathrooms and chrome and oak details. Full-height windows

and balconies make the most of the seaside location.

But here it’s the food that truly has the wow-factor. The Ocean

Restaurant has possibly the best view in Jersey and the best dishes, too.

Boasting a Michelin star and four AA rosettes, executive head chef Mark

Jordan serves up a variety of local delicacies from his local larder. Tastebud

popping treats include fillet of Jersey sole, crab crushed Jersey Royals, fennel

herb and sauce Grenoble, lobster ravioli and Jersey black butter ice cream.

Head sommelier, Sergio dos Santos, meanwhile, will tempt you with a huge

choice of stellar wines to match your choices.

Visit during May and you’ll be able to join in the week-long food

festival that is Taste the Real Jersey (19-27 May). Local farmers, chefs and

restaurateurs are on hand with an array of foodie experiences – from behind

the scenes tours of seafood and dairy producers, to one-off tasting events.

www.theatlantichotel.com

The isles of scillyWho knew the Isles of Scilly were the UK’s latest foodie hotspot? Due to their unique position

and climate, off the coast of Cornwall, the six islands are covered with a multitude of terrains and

habitats (from dune-backed beaches to craggy rock-pools, rambling moorland and country lanes)

where all manner of flora, fauna, fruits and crustaceans can be found.

Hell Bay Hotel, on the tiny island of Bryher, is taking full advantage of its surroundings and

the current trend for ‘field to fork’ cuisine with its new Wild Food Foraging Break (21-24 April).

The coastal-chic hotel has employed wild food expert Rachel Lambert to showcase the best the

isles have to offer in terms of diversity and quality of produce. With a choice of two walks per day,

guests can then take their finds – including rare plants, crab and seaweed – back to the hotel’s

kitchen where head chef Glenn Gatland puts them to good use in producing an elegant dinner in

the three AA rosette restaurant. With its laid-back Hamptons’ vibe and clement weather, meals

here are eaten alfresco, overlooking Bishop Rock lighthouse and far out to sea.

The tiny island of Tresco, meanwhile, is the only privately owned island in the Scillies, having

been part of the Dorrien Smith family since the early part of the 19th century. With its unspoilt

beaches, clear azure waters and exotic gardens, it’s a gorgeous little haven and can be reached by

ferry, boat or helicopter from Penzance.

Launching in May are the new Sea Garden Cottages, the final stage of the transformation

of the renowned Island Hotel. The revamp includes new suites and cottages which have been

introduced to expand the accommodation offering on Tresco. To complete the renovation, The

Ruin is a new beachfront restaurant built in the ruins of a smuggler’s hideaway and it will serve

freshly caught fresh and local produce cooked in its wood-fired oven.

www.hellbay.co.uk

www.tresco.co.uk

arrive and revive

The ‘Alm’ we hiked to today was an insider tip from our host. The view from here of sun-kissed mountain peaks reaching for the sky is simply spellbinding. We feel totally free, nearly giddy with joy. We might even spend the night up here. Just like the dairy maid. For information about holidays in Austria, visit www.austria.info/treasures or call 0845 101 1818

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AnnAbel HArrison revisits the jewel in the Balearics’ crown, casting off memories of childhood holidays in favour of exploring

the multi-faceted island’s luxurious side. As long as you’re looking for sun, there is something here for everyone

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Its delightful owners describe The Giri as “hippy chic with a big city touch”.

Indeed, I adore this place and photos don’t do it justice. With just five suites, it

feels like you’re staying in a very luxurious private house, which is, quite simply,

the epitome of cool. Owners Lars and Rosa have done an incredible job with

the décor: despite splashes of Scandinavian minimalism, Balinese comfort

and Moroccan detailing, somehow The Giri exudes Ibicenco soul. I find myself

wanting to reach out and touch everything because of the wonderfully original

use of clashing, tactile textures; granite and wood, bamboo and stone, marble

and glass. The colours are also perfectly eclectic: gold, slate, cerulean, grape,

oak, sand. Service is impeccable, thanks to a staff to guest ratio of 1:1 and if

you want to use the incredible spa, it’s “yours while you’re here” – exclusive use

and privacy galore. I have never experienced anything quite like The Giri.

www.thegiri.com

IT’S 14 yeaRS SInce I’ve been to Ibiza. Memories of idyllic summer

holidays in cala Llonga are filled with pedaloes and pesetas, a wholesome,

family-friendly image. Since then, it hasn’t escaped my notice (or that of the rest

of the world) that Ibiza’s big draw is the clubbing scene, which makes sense of

vague recollections of fluoro-lycra party garb I’d seen as a child on excursions

to Ibiza Town. But on closer inspection, these two extremes have a treasure

trove of options in between for visitors not keen to party in Pacha and lacking

a handful of children to amuse. The popularity of the third largest Balearic isle

(the ‘season’ of which stretches from easter to October) is no doubt due to the

fact that the Ibizencans have gone all out to cater for every type of visitor – and

it shows. From clubbing to culture, fine dining to dancing and spa-going to

cycling, the expression ‘spoilt for choice’ can’t help but spring to mind.

as the island is so small (there are only three main roads and you can’t

drive more than 41 kilometres in any one direction), transfers are quick and

travel is easy. you’ll be absorbed at once by clear blue skies, stretches of

My first impression of this rural hotel and spa, formerly a farm, is that it is

almost too immaculate to be true. The buildings, pristine white cubes with

smooth walls and curved edges, look as though they have been crafted out

of icing for a particularly beautiful wedding cake. Dotted amongst them are

picture-perfect orange and lemon trees, as well as an olive tree believed

to be 1,000 years old and rolling hills. With 17 rooms, the peacefulness

is overwhelming, in a relaxing way, perfect for couples seeking solitude.

Rooms offer exclusivity, elegance and comfort, as well as privacy, but you

will certainly be tempted out by the spa with its modern thermal circuit, the

tranquil, pretty pool area and prestigious restaurant. For an alternative to

a romantic stroll, ride on horseback along ancient mule tracks. The hotel

believes in the luxury of nature and, after a stay at can curreu, you will too.

www.cancurreu.com

The Luxury Of NatureCan Curreu, Sant CarleS

Boutique Beautifulthe Giri reSidenCe, San Joan

cerulean sea and enveloping warmth. Hire a car and explore for yourself; book

a guide and driver to do the hard work for you; splash out on cabs here, there

and everywhere; or take the healthier, more scenic option of cycling.

The island’s history is rich with the influence of the Phoenicians, who

arrived 27 centuries ago and dedicated it to their god of music and dance,

Bes. Ibiza is habitually linked to hippies, albeit wealthy ones; they arrived in

their droves in 1978 and never left. Indeed, the vibe of the island reverberates

(slowly, for speed is as foreign to the Ibizencans as a lack of spirituality) with

a casual, happy, hippy resonance and even the architecture is sympathetic to

this. as our wonderful guide Dominique says, ‘things go… slowly here’.

Dominique also instructs us, in keeping with the fashion ethos of the

island: “Wear whatever you want, as long as you look good.” This mentality

applies just as much to the hotels scattered over the island; hugely different

but all equally cool, they make and break their own rules. I can’t choose one

favourite, so here are two from the best of the bunch.


date for the diary:

A Royal Occasion

There are few sporting venues that can equal the rich

heritage of ascot. Brought into existence by Queen anne in 1711,

it is no wonder we associate the world-famous horse racing event

with refinement and elegance. To continue in this tradition, royal

ascot hospitality is offering the finest catering for its 2012 event.

head Chef, Mark Sargeant and executive Chef, Steve

Golding, are offering a unique take on modern British cuisine.

Together, they have concocted signature summer dishes which will

be served across the Grandstand restaurants, including steaming

hot shells, a light crab salad and a wild raspberry and white

chocolate daiquiri. adding to the decadence, seafood specialist

Caviar house is hosting an exclusive bar; spoonfuls of the luxury

delicacy will be placed on top of filled glasses of champagne to

assist in washing the delectable treat down.

It would not be a truly British occasion without an area

specially catering for afternoon tea. adding a playful spin on

sartorial elegance, Steve Golding has invented the Top hat Tea,

inspired by the milliner Stephen Jones; served in the Private Boxes,

pastries are positioned on the rim of chocolate top hats. finally, in

honour of the Queen’s Jubilee, windsor & eton Brewery is toasting

the monarch with the launch of its five ales.

Tuesday 19 June – Saturday 23 June

www.ascot.co.uk

a gem in the British social calendar is fast approaching and its hospitality team is set to provide the very best in British produce and culinary flair


Holy SmokeSet within the Chelsea Cloisters

on Sloane Avenue, the patrons of

Barts bar and restaurant generally

consist of fashionable Chelsea

dwellers looking for a discreet

watering hole away from the hustle

and bustle of the KR. This month,

the bar has unveiled its latest

venture; tobacco-infused cocktails.

Claiming to provide smokers with

the necessary fix without ever having

to venture outside, and minus the

associated health risks, they didn’t

quite do the trick for our tester. On

the other hand, with quirky names

including The Cig’nature Cocktail, In

Vogue and Holy Smoke, they are

fun, fruity and surprisingly strong

alternatives to the standard G&T,

and very appropriate to the exclusive

1920s-inspired ambience.

Barts, Chelsea Cloisters

87 Sloane Avenue, SW3 3DW

020 7581 3355

www.barts-london.com

Refuelling After A Cultural Day Out“If a painting is worth a thousand

words, then lunch at the Lecture

Room & Library should be worth

a thousand more…” Until 9 April,

Sketch bar in Mayfair is offering a

Champagne three-course gourmet

lunch in the Michelin-starred

Library & Lecture Room, combined

with a ticket for David Hockney’s

much-celebrated A Bigger Picture

exhibition at The Royal Academy of

Arts, for £48 per person.

Starters include a combination

of four delicious dishes and main

courses offer fish, meat or vegetarian

options. A Bigger Picture is the

first major UK exhibition of David

Hockney’s landscape work, definitely

not to be missed.

9 Conduit Street, W1S 2XG

020 7659 4500; www.sketch.uk.com

When East Meets WestFebruary saw the opening of Meursault, a bar

and dining room which is sister to L’etranger

restaurant, named after the main character in

Camus’s novel of the same name and housed

in the very same building. Having sampled the

menu, we can confirm that this is the place

to dine; whether you feel like platters, a three

course meal or dessert cocktails, the French

and Japanese inspired menu caters to everyone.

Highly recommended are the exquisite

caramelised Alaskan black cod, the mini burger

platter (Wagyu beef, venison, Dorset crab and

lobster) and the tartar platter (scallops, tuna and

Wagyu beef). Expect to be surprised by eclectic

macaroon flavours, such as salted caramel and

Coca-Cola, and to rethink the weight of your own

hefty cutlery after holding the perfectly sized

silver-slivers of knife and fork.

Meursault

36 Gloucester Road, South Kensington, SW7 4QT

020 7584 9719; www.meursaultlondon.co.uk

“There is no love sincerer than the love of food” – George Bernard Shaw

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Fortnum & mason

With Easter fast approaching, Fortnum &

Mason is hosting a selection of fun-filled

events for your family to enjoy. With hot

cross bun demonstrations taking place on

Tuesday 20 March and a biscuit decorating

masterclass on Tuesday 29 March at 2pm,

explore your creative side and acquire some

delectable Easter recipes in the process.

Alternatively, peruse the collection of Easter-

themed food, hampers and hand-decorated

Easter eggs for thoughtful gift purchases.

www.fortnumandmason.com

LoLa’s CupCakes

For those who are lactose intolerant, Easter

has never been the best of times. Until, that

is, Lactofree joined up with Lola’s Cupcakes to

create the latest Lactofree strawberry delight

cupcake. A delicate mix of a strawberry and

vanilla sponge base, strawberry butter cream and

a fresh strawberry to finish it off, the delicious

treats do not leave you with any of the side

effects usually associated with lactose-filled

produce. These are available on sale in Lola’s

concessions and online throughout March.

Find Lola’s in Harrods’ Food Halls

www.lolas-kitchen.co.uk

sCaLini

If you’ve had your fair share of sweet treats this

Easter and are in the mood for something more

sophisticated, Scalini is the perfect choice.

Never seeming to go out of fashion with

Chelsea residents, Valerio Calzolari and his

team pride themselves on delivering the finest

in Italian cuisine. Year-round favourites include

calf’s liver with polenta and skate with capers.

If you are looking for a more intimate occasion,

the popular Walton Street restaurant recently

opened a private dining room.

Scalini, 1-3 Walton Street, SW3 2JD

020 7225 2301; www.scalinionline.com

Dining

(More)Drinking &

Easter at… indulge in… Supper at…

All Things SpiceChakra is already the locals’ favourite, just two months after

opening, and it’s not hard to see why. Split into two bijou dining

rooms, the first in cream and the second in rich chocolate brown,

it’s ideal for those wanting an intimate dining experience. The menu

is split into five sections and you’re asked to share each dish so you

can try a bit of everything. To start, the grilled lamb chops, flavoured

with garlic and coriander, are light and tender. From the grill, the

caramelised tandoori black cod fillet was cooked to perfection,

melting in the mouth and a great modern twist on the traditional

Asian dish. Finish with a palate-cleansing pistachio ice-cream.

Chakra, 157-159 Notting Hill Gate, W11 3LF

020 7229 2115

www.chakralondon.com

This sensational three day event kicks off the weekend with a fabulous corporate day offering world class polo from six international teams, with fully inclusive hospitality plus the new ‘Veuve Clicquot at Hurlingham’ evening launch party.Enjoy a classic British summer day out; three polo matches, Veuve Clicquot Champagne, lunch at the iconic Hurlingham Club - the historic home of polo - a quintessential afternoon cream tea and to finish the day off, a rocking party with live music and guest DJ’s.

Prices start from just £185 plus VAT per person. For more details or to book, telephone 0207 936 5284 or email: [email protected].

Friday City Friday & Polo Party at MINT Polo In The Park8TH JUNE 2012

‘The Best Corporate Day Out’ - as voted by CITY AM

Winner of ‘Best Sports Attraction’ - London Lifestyle Awards 2010 & 2011

www.mintpolointhepark.com

THE HURLINGHAM CLUB & PARK, FULHAM, LONDON SW6

FRIDAY 8TH JUNE 2012

CITY FRIDAY & ‘VEUVE CLICQUOT AT HURLINGHAM’ PARTY

Silver Screen SuccessFollowing a pre-BAFTA awards dinner for Harvey Weinstein at Dean Street Townhouse, the winners of this year’s

BAFTAs toasted their success with GREY GOOSE Le Fizz cocktails as they celebrated and danced into the early

hours of the morning at the GREY GOOSE After Party at Le Baron. Jubilant BAFTA winners Jean Dujardin (Best

Actor - The Artist), Meryl Streep (Best Actress - The Iron Lady), Michel Hazanavicius (Best Director - The Artist),

Octavia Spencer (Best Supporting Actress - The Help) were all in attendance.

Kenneth Branagh and Lindsay Brunnock

Olivia Williams

Jean Dujardin and Alexandra Lamy Michael Fassbender and his father

Michel Hazanavicius and Harvey Weinstein

Jessica Brown Findlay

Gillian Anderson and Meryl Streep

Ralph Fiennes

Eddie Redmayne

Cuba Gooding Jnr and Naomi CampbellClaudia Winkleman

Photography: Dave Benett/Getty Images

Berenice Marlohe

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Red CarpetGlamourA night of A-list glamour, the winners and nominees of the Oscars sipped cocktails at the Soho House West Hollywood

party, hosted by The Weinstein Company. The Artist’s Jean Dujardin, Berenice Bejo and Uggie mingled with music royalty

Katy Perry and the brilliant Tony Bennett, who delighted guests with a live performance of Autumn Leaves from My Week

With Marilyn. The guestlist also included Meryl Streep, Kenneth Branagh, Casey Affleck, Emile Hirsch, and Zoe Saldana.

The Duchess of Cornwall Jean Dujardin and Alexandra Lamy Holly Valance and Nick Candy

Lulu

Uggie

Abbie Cornish

Berenice Bejo

Cisely Saldana and Zoe Saldana

Tony Bennett

Andrea Riseborough

Katy Perry

Damien Hirst Cara Delevingne

Mary CharterisJaime Winston

Jo Wood Nick Grimshaw and Annie Mac

Christina Hendricks and Vivienne Westwood

Livia Firth Daisy Lowe Donna Air

Emilia FoxKate Halfpenny, Livia Firth and Erin O’ConnorErin O’Connor

Photography: Dave Benett

Photography: Dave Benett

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Party in StyleLondon’s A/W12 Fashion Week wrapped up with a host of Belvedere-sponsored events attended by glitterati across the capital. The Best of

British exhibition at The Shop at Bluebird was attended by Made in Chelsea’s up-and-coming jewellery designer Amber Atherton. For the

launch of Erin O’Connor’s brand, She Died Of Beauty, the supermodel was joined by Emilia Fox and Livia Firth. For Vivienne Westwood’s

after-party, hip nightclub The Box was the preferred haunt of Damien Hirst and Florence Welch. Finally, in celebration of Matthew Williamson’s

latest collection, British icon Twiggy partied with DJ Scarlet Etienne at top London restaurant Nobu.

Scarlett Etienne

Matthew WilliamsonModel

Suki Waterhouse and Mary Charteris

Zara MartinCaroline IssaAmber Atherton

Twiggy and Matthew Williamson Scarlett Etienne

Matthew Williamson

Model

Photography: John Furniss

Photography: Nick Harvey

LONDON LIVING


Here Come The GirlsThis breakfast, opened by Nick Clegg, saw the WIE Symposium honour the WIE50, 50 inspirational

women in business, on 8 March, International Women’s Day. WIE awards, commending women

who have been trailblazers in their fields, were presented to Doreen Lawrence OBE (Outstanding

Leadership award), Jane Goodall (Vanguard award), Shingai Shoniwa (Young Iconoclast award)

and Cherie Blair (Humanitarian award). Special commendation was given to legendary British

designer and businesswoman Dame Vivienne Westwood, winner of the WIE icon award.

June Sarpong and Jameela Jamil

Ed Miliband and Doreen Lawrence

Karren Brady and Nick CleggClaudia WinklemanKelly Hoppen

Vivienne Westwood

Princess of Monaco and Cherie Blair

Alek Wek and Rosario Dawson

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The Watch Gallery129 Fulham Road, SW3 6RT

020 7581 3239www.thewatchgallery.co.uk

Watches of Switzerland69 Brompton Road, SW3 1DB

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interiorsDragons of Walton Street23 Walton Street, SW3 2HX

020 7589 3795www.dragonsofwaltonstreet.com

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Louise BradleyKimbolton Court, 117b Fulham Road,

SW3 6RL 020 7589 1442

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OKA103 Lancaster Road, W11 1QN

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luxury Car rental

VIP Car HireQueen Elizabeth Street, SE1 2JE

0870 200 4949www.vipservices.co.uk

Belgravia Garage1 Eaton Mews West

Belgravia, SW1W 9ET 020 7235 9900

www.belgraviagarage.com

yaCht Charter/Sale

Princess Yachts64 Grosvenor Street, W1K 3JH

020 7499 5050www.princess.co.uk

Sunseeker36 Davies Street, W1K 4NF

020 7355 0980 www.sunseekerlondon.com

Last Minute Businessinternational Courier

Sending Parcels272 Kensington High Street

0844 257 0668www.sendingparcels.com

loCal Chauffeur

UK Chauffeurs020 3326 0513

www.ukchauffeursltd.co.uk

Executive Cars020 3170 5838

www.executive-cars-london.com

Crown Security Chauffeurs0845 901 1471

www.crown-chauffeurs.co.uk

private Dining room

Bar BouludMandarin Oriental Hyde Park66 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7LA

020 7201 3899www.barboulud.com

Daphne’s110-112 Draycott Avenue, SW3 3AE

020 7589 4257www.daphnes-restaurant.co.uk

tranSlator

Central Translations21 Woodstock Street, W1C 2AP

020 7493 5511www.centraltranslations.co.uk

Russian Business Translator07704 114 323

www.russiantranslatorlondon.yolasite.com

LiFe saverBaBy Sitter

Imperial Nannies17 Radley Mews, W8 6JP

020 7795 [email protected]

Kensington Nannies3 Hornton Place, W8 4LZ

020 7937 3299www.kensington-nannies.com

DentiSt

The Beresford Clinic 2 Lower Grosvenor Place

London SW1W 0EJ020 7821 9411

Cadogan Street Dental Office 47 Cadogan Street, SW3 2QJ

020 7581 0811

DoCtor

Chelsea Consulting Rooms2 Lower Sloane Street, SW1W 8BJ

020 7763 9100www.chelseaconsultingrooms.com

Dr. Rakus34A Hans Road, SW3 1RW

020 7460 7324

Medicare Francais3 Harrington Gardens, SW7 4JJ

020 7370 4999

The Lister HospitalChelsea Bridge Road, SW1W 8RH

020 7730 7733www.thelisterhospital.com

floriSt

Gilding the LilyOld Brompton Road, SW7 2NB

020 7584 1950www.gildingthelilysw7.co.uk

Only Roses257 Old Brompton Road, SW5 9HP

020 7373 9595

The ConciergeWhat is it you require, sir? How may I help, madam? The Concierge is

here to help with every need, whim or wish, however great or small

The Concierge


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Housekeeping

St. Anne’s Housekeeping 58 Kenway Road, SW5 0RA

020 7370 1359www.stanneshousekeeping.com

personal CHef

The Personal Chef020 7871 1080

www.thepersonalchef.co.uk

personal sHopper

Gabrielle TeareKings Road, Chelsea

07985 319300www.gabrielleteare.com

Walk my Dog

Chelsea Dogs7 Chelsea Square, SW3 6LF

07786 325 053

Party timelate nigHt fooD

Bibendum81 Fulham Road, SW3 6RD

020 7581 5817www.bibendum.co.uk

Gaucho89 Sloane Avenue, SW3 3DX

020 7584 9901www.gauchorestaurants.co.uk

Harvey Nichols Fifth Floor109-125 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RJ

020 7235 5000www.harveynichols.com/fifth-floor-london

Launceston Place1a Launceston Place, W8 5RL

020 7937 6912www.launcestonplace-restaurant.co.uk

Maroush38 Beauchamp Place, SW3 1NU

020 7581 5434www.maroush.com

Scalini1-3 Walton Street, SW3 2JD

020 7225 2301www.scalinionline.com

Zuma5 Raphael Street, SW7 1DL

020 7584 1010www.zumarestaurant.com

members Clubs

Boujis43 Thurloe Street, SW7 2LQ

020 7584 2000www.boujis.com

Beaufort House354 Kings Road, SW3 5UZ

020 7352 2828www.beauforthousechelsea.co.uk

Kitts7-12 Sloane Square, SW1W 8EG

020 7881 5990www.kittslondon.com

Chelsea Arts Club143 Old Church Street, SW3 6EB

020 7376 3311www.chelseaartsclub.com

The Sloane ClubLower Sloane Street, SW1W 8BS

020 7730 9131www.sloaneclub.co.uk

The Valmont Club266- 266A Fulham Road, SW10 9EL

020 7352 6200www.thevalmontclub.com

recharge & recuPerate

Dog grooming

The Mutz Nutz221 Westbourne Park Road

Notting Hill, W11 1EA020 7243 3333

[email protected]

HealtH anD beauty

Hari’s305 Brompton Road, SW3 2DY

020 7581 5211www.harissalon.com

Spa at Bluebird350 King’s Road, SW3 5UU

020 7351 3873www.theshopatbluebird.com

Richard Ward82 Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY

020 7730 1222www.richardward.com

The Chelsea Day Spa69a King’s Road, SW3 4NX

020 7351 0911www.thechelseadayspa.co.uk

Urban Retreat at Harrods87-135 Brompton Road, SW1X 7XL

020 7893 8333www.urbanretreat.co.uk

SamPle the FineStbaCkgammon boarD

Pickett149 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BZ

020 7823 5638www.pickett.co.uk

DeliCatessen

Partridges2-5 Duke of York Square, SW3 4LY

020 7730 7102www.partridges.co.uk

The Grocer on Elgin6 Elgin Crescent, W11 2HX

020 7221 3844www.thegroceron.com

Wholefoods Market63-97 Kensington High Street, W8 5SE

www.wholefoodsmarket.com 020 7368 4500

CHoColate

L’Artisan Du Chocolat 89 Lower Sloane Street, SW1W 8DA

0845 270 6996www.artisanduchocolat.com

William Curley198 Ebury Street020 7730 5522

www.williamcurley.co.uk

Cigars

Tomtom Cigars and Coffee63 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9PP

020 7730 1790www.tomtom.co.uk

fine Wine

Handford105 Old Brompton Road, SW7 3LE

020 7589 6113www.handford.net

Vintage WatCHes

Watches of Knightsbridge64 Knightsbridge, SW1X 7JF


unuSual but uSeFulbespoke perfume & make-up

Cosmetics à la Carte19b Motcomb Street, SW1X 8LB

020 7235 0596www.cosmeticsalacarte.com

Floris Peter Jones Sloane Square, SW1W 8EL

020 7730 3434www.florislondon.com

JeWellery Valuation

Bourbon Handy151 Sydney Street, SW3 6NT

020 7352 2106

Tiffany & Co145 Sloane Street, SW1X 9BL

020 7409 2790www.tiffany.co.uk

sHotgun repair

A.J. Bells104 Stephendale Road, SW6 2PH

07703 601 093www.ajbell.co.uk


PROPERTY

Beauchamp Estateswww.beauchamp.co.uk

MAYFAIR24 Curzon StreetW1J 7TF020 7499 7722

Two large reception rooms, kitchen & dining room

Master bedroom suite

Three further bedrooms, two further bathrooms

Independent staff / guest annexe with en-suite bathroom

Utility room & cloakroom

Two large terraces & courtyard garden

The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea

3,199 sq ft /297.1 sq m

Guide Price £3.75 million Freehold

Joint Sole Agents

Crayson 020 7221 1117 [email protected] Knight Frank 020 7229 0229 Specialists in Selling

Craysonwww.crayson.com

NOTTING HILL10 Lambton PlaceW11 2SH 020 7221 1117

Domus Novawww.domusnova.com

NOTTING HILL17 Kensington Park Road W11 2EU020 7727 1717

SALES & LETTINGS

faronsutaria.co.uk

OUR SERVICE WILL MOVE YOU

VERNON YARD, W11

A converted barn set over three floors, designed by a local architect and situated in a private mews, featuring a sliding roof and original barn doors. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 receptions, balcony, garage.

£2,500 per week Unfurnished 020 7243 1352 [email protected]

DOVE MEWS, SW5

A stylish and contemporary style mews house in South Kensington, arranged over three floors with a private terrace and fully-fitted eat-in granite kitchen. Master bedroom suite, 2 further double bedrooms, bathroom.

£1,300 per week Furnished/Unfurnished 020 7590 0333 [email protected]

Residential Lettings across RBK&C in Chelsea, South Kensington, Earls Court and Notting Hill

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Faron Sutariawww.faronsutaria.co.uk

CHELSEA54-56 Lower Sloane Street SW1W 8BP020 7730 8762

EARL’S COURT239 Earl’s Court RoadSW5 9AH020 7590 0333

NOTTING HILL89 Notting Hill GateW11 3JZ020 7717 5109

129-131 Notting Hill Gate W11 3LB 020 7717 5106

SOUTH KENSINGTON115 Old Brompton Road SW7 3LE020 7590 0333

617 Fulham RoadSW6 5UQ020 7717 5141

Hamptonswww.hamptons.co.uk

CHELSEA134 Fulham RoadSW10 9PY020 7717 5291

HAMPTONS COUNTRY HOUSE8 Chertsey Street, SurreyGU1 4HD01483 339740

KENSINGTON8 Hornton StreetW8 4NW020 7717 5305

KNIGHTSBRIDGE168 Brompton RoadSW3 1HW020 7717 5307

NOTTING HILL301 Westbourne Grove W11 2QA020 7717 5311

PADDINGTON4c Praed Street W2 1JX020 7717 5313

PIMLICO & WESTMINSTER50 Belgrave Road SW1V 1RQ020 7717 5315

SLOANE SQUARE7 Lower Sloane StreetSW1W 8AH020 7717 5317

Harrods Estateswww.harrodsestates.com

KNIGHTSBRIDGE82 Brompton RoadSW3 1ER020 7225 6506

MAYFAIR61 Park LaneW1K 1QF020 7409 9001

Cadogan Square, SW1X £1750 p.w | Furnished

A stunning interior designed two bedroom property on the 2nd floor of this beautiful red-brick period building. This spacious apartment, which overlooks the elegant square gardens, has been decorated and furnished in a contemporary style with parquet wood flooring in the reception and a modern semi open-plan kitchen.

Reception room, two double bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms, communal gardens, resident housekeeper.

[email protected]

2 Cale Street, London SW3 3QU020 7581 5011

Henry & Jameswww.henryandjames.co.uk

CHELSEA2 Cale StreetSW3 3QU020 7581 5011

www.johndwood.co.uk

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CHELSEA9 Cale Street SW3 3QS020 7352 1484

HOLLAND PARK16d Portland RoadW11 4LA020 7727 2233

KENSINGTON162 Kensington Church Street W8 4BN020 7908 1100

SOUTH KENSINGTON125 Gloucester Road SW7 4TE020 7835 0000

Knight Frankwww.knightfrank.co.uk

BELGRAVIA82-83 Chester SquareSW1W 9HJ020 7881 7722

CHELSEA352a King’s RoadSW3 5UU020 7349 4300

FULHAM203 New King’s RoadSW6 4SR020 7751 2400

KENSINGTON54-56 Kensington Church StreetW8 4DB020 7938 4311

KNIGHTSBRIDGE60 Sloane AvenueSW3 3DD020 7591 8600

NOTTING HILL298 Westbourne GroveW11 2PS020 7985 9990

SOUTH KENSINGTON157 Gloucester RoadSW7 4TH020 7871 4111

London Sotheby’s International Realtywww.sothebysrealty.com

CHELSEA62-64 Fulham RoadSW3 6HH020 7808 8540

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@Lurotbrand@LurotbrandSales@LurotBrandLets www.lurotbrand.co.uk

PETERSHAM PLACE, SW7

A simply gorgeous house. Found on

the north side of Petersham Place and

therefore facing south, the house is

flooded with light.

Entrance hall, open plan first floor

reception room/kitchen/dining

room, master bedroom with en suite

bathroom and en suite shower room,

second bedroom with en suite shower

room, storeroom, garage

Freehold £2,600,000 STC

South Kensington Office 020 7590 9955

LEXHAM MEWS, W8

Presented in excellent condition, a charming mews property with

a wonderfully bright first floor reception room.

Reception room with open plan kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, 2nd bedroom/

study with en-suite cloakroom.

Freehold £825,000 STC


(JSA - WA ELLIS 020 7306 1600)

EAGLE PLACE, SW7

A delightful triple aspect house on the

corner of Roland Way and Eagle Place.

Reception room, dining room, kitchen,

3 bedrooms, bathroom, en-suite shower

room, cloakroom, garage & private

parking.

Freehold £2,500,000 STC South Kensington Office 020 7590 9955

CORNWALL MEWS SOUTH, SW7A beautifully presented, cleverly designed house in this lovely South

Kensington Mews.

Reception room, open-plan kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite shower, 2nd bedroom, bathroom, garage (currently used as

a bedroom), roof terrace.


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Lurot Brandwww.lurotbrand.co.uk

HYDE PARK37-41 Sussex PlaceW2 2TH020 7479 1999

SOUTH KENSINGTON5 Kynance PlaceSW7 4QS 020 7590 9955

Russell Simpsonwww.russellsimpson.co.uk

CHELSEA5 Anderson StreetSW3 3LU020 7225 0277

Savillswww.savills.co.uk

CHELSEA202 Fulham Road SW10 9PJ 020 7578 9000 KENSINGTON145 Kensington Church StreetW8 7LP 020 7535 3300

SLOANE STREET139 Sloane Street SW1X 9AY 020 7730 0822

Strutt and Parkerwww.struttandparker.com

CHELSEA35 Cadogan StreetSW3 2PP 020 7225 3866

WEST CHELSEA140 Fulham RoadSW10 9PY020 7373 1111

KNIGHTSBRIDGE66 Sloane StreetSW1X 9SH020 7235 9959

NOTTING HILL303 Westbourne GroveW11 2QA020 7221 1111

W.A.Ellis LLPSales, Lettings, Surveyors and Valuers

174 Brompton RoadLondon SW3 1HP

waellis.co.uk

Old fashioned mannersmeet modern methods.At W.A.Ellis, traditional values like reliability, honesty and polite professionalism underpin our boutique service. And the same Partner will work with you from start to fi nish.

But old fashioned principles don’t mean we’re not right up there maximising the latest technology. We create bespoke marketing packages, online, offl ine, national and international, to ensure that we achieve the best possible result for you.

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PROPERTY

The

Trevor Place KNIGHTSBRIDGE SW7

• 2 first floor drawing rooms • Dining room • Family room • Media room • Study • Kitchen/breakfast room

• Master bedroom suite with bathroom and dressing room • 5 further bedrooms with en suite bathrooms

• Utility room • 2 guest cloakrooms • 6 person passenger lift • Comfort cooling • Garden terrace

• Separate garage space held on a lease • Approximately 428 sq m (4,610 sq ft)

A magnificent newly refurbished Georgian house

Freehold Guide price: £17,500,000

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Trevor Place KNIGHTSBRIDGE SW7

With an attractive blend of Georgian elegance and classical contemporary design, the house provides superb family accommodation suitable for a principal residence in this prime central London location.

This handsome house has been completely refurbished to an exemplary standard including AV systems to the principal rooms, fire safety and CCTV security systems and comfort cooling. One of the unusual features is the new passenger lift which serves all floors.

A magnificent newly refurbished Georgian house

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Approximately 250 sq m (2,686 sq ft) | Freehold | £4,950,000

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Park WalkChelsea sW10This is a beautifully presented Grade II listed house which has been fully extended and refurbished by the current owners. They have created exceptional entertaining space including a newly constructed 33ft x 14ft reception room. There is a fabulous landscaped garden with a standalone studio at the end of it. The house now extends to approximately 2,686 sq ft with flexible bedroom accommodation and would suit a wide range of buyers.

Refurbished Georgian townhouse with large garden

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The Chapel, Chelsea SW10Former church development opportunityThis un-modernised Grade II listed building is a former church that has planning permission to create an incredible 16,000 sq ft residence. The property is set on a good plot with lots of parking space and plenty of area that could be made in to a garden. Approximately 960 sq m (10,335 sq ft)

Freehold

Offers in excess of £10,000,000

(CHL070432)

KnightFrank.co.uk/[email protected] 7349 4300

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Knight Frank Chelsea are celebrating 5 successful years on the King’s Road. And since opening, the Knight Frank Chelsea team have sold or let a property in every Garden Square in Chelsea - making our coverage second to none!

BLOOMING MARVELLOUS

So whether you’re looking to buy, sell or let in Chelsea, speak to your local property experts at Knight Frank.

020 7349 4300KnightFrank.co.uk/Chelsea

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Douro Place, Kensington W8Four bedroom house in Kensington’s Vallotton EstateA beautifully presented house set over four floors which has a generous garden and offers fantastic entertaining/family space. Master bedroom with en suite and dressing area, 3 further bedrooms, bathroom, reception room, family/dining room, kitchen, utility room, wine cellar/store, garden, off-street parking. Approximately 244 sq m (2,631 sq ft)

Freehold

Guide price: £5,950,000

(KEN120020)


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Newton Road, Notting Hill W2Immense character with parkingAbsolutely charming detached house located in this highly sought after location with flexible accommodation and a 36’ garden with open aspect. Master bedroom suite, 3 further bedrooms, dressing room, double reception room, eat in kitchen, family room with kitchen, 2 shower rooms, guest cloakroom, off-street parking. Approximately 172 sq m (1,850 sq ft)

Freehold


(NGH120012)

KnightFrank.co.uk/NottingHill [email protected] 7229 0229

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Queen’s Gate, South Kensington SW7Stunning maisonette in the heart of SW7Superb duplex apartment presented in wonderful order throughout and located on the top two floors of a well maintained period building. Master bedroom suite with dressing area, guest bedroom suite, 2 further bedrooms, further bathroom, drawing room, dining room, kitchen, utility room. Approximately 274.6 sq m (2,956 sq ft)

Leasehold


(POD120021)


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Ensor Mews, South Kensington SW7Stunning mews house with garage and patioA superb mews house which is presented in fantastic order and profits from the rare benefit of a private patio. Master bedroom suite, second bedroom suite, bedroom 3/study, reception/dining area, kitchen, garage, cloakroom. Approximately 160 sq m (1,724 sq ft)

Freehold


(CHL110070)


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Wycombe Square, Kensington W8A beautiful family house in a secure developmentLocated in a prime position in Kensington close to Holland Park, this house is immaculately presented with good entertaining space and family accommodation. 6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, double drawing room, dining room, kitchen, family room, TV room, patio, terrace, roof terrace, garage. Approximately 491 sq m (5,288 sq ft)

Available furnished

£8,500 per week

(123581)

Kensington Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/[email protected] 7937 8203

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Lowndes Square, Knightsbridge SW1X

Lateral spaceIdeal for entertaining with three large reception rooms overlooking the square gardens. 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 3 large reception rooms, eat-in kitchen, library/study, entrance hall, cloakroom, lift, porter and access to communal gardens. Approximately 345 sq m (3,711 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

£6,000 per week

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/[email protected] 7591 8601

(158782)

One Hyde Park, Knightsbridge SW1X

Luxury livingExceptional four bedroom apartment overlooking the Serpentine and Hyde Park. 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, utility room, underground parking and extensive amenities including 24 hour concierge, Mandarin Oriental service and exclusive leisure/spa services. Approximately 367 sq m (3,948 sq ft)

Available furnished

£25,000 per week

Knightsbridge Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/[email protected] 020 7591 8601

(153047)

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Stanley Gardens, Notting Hill W11An outstanding flat with exquisite period features. Accommodation comprises 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, dressing room, balcony, access to communal gardens. Approximately 127 sq m (1,361 sq ft)

Available furnished

£1,600 per week

Notting Hill Lettings KnightFrank.co.uk/Lettings020 7985 9990 [email protected]

Palace Court, Notting Hill W2An immaculate apartment to rent in prime Notting Hill. Accommodation comprises 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception room, kitchen, balcony, porter, lift, 3rd floor. Approximately 206 sq m (2,220 sq ft)

Available unfurnished

£3,000 per week


Clanricarde Gardens, Notting Hill W2 A charming one bedroom flat with elegant cornicing and tall French windows that opens out onto a balcony. Accommodation comprises bedroom, bathroom, open plan kitchen/reception room, first floor.

Available furnished

£595 per week


Bridstow Place, Notting Hill W2A refurbished cottage with off-street parking. Accommodation comprises 2 bedrooms, bathroom/shower room, reception room, kitchen, roof terrace. Approximately 69.95 sq m (752.93 sq ft)

Available furnished

£925 per week


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PROPERTY

Expert Comment

Karen Kaldezar, Head of Lettings at Faron Sutaria’s Flagship office in South Kensington, has a spring in her step

Springing Into Action

LETTINGS:

I love this time of year. Where better to

observe spring blossoming than in the Royal

Borough? There will be some things that

you can be certain of: cherry blossom will

decorate Dawson Place; the spring sunshine

will sparkle on the iconic Albert Memorial;

the fashionistas will take up their positions

at La Bottega; and the birds will tweet their

sweet song in the myriad square gardens.

Due to the current economic climate,

we can also be certain that the dynamic

lettings market will change from week to

week, although historic evidence shows that rents hold firm as we go into the

spring market and into autumn and stock levels decrease. The core market,

between £300 and £1,000 per week, will always see demand, particularly in

the RBKC.

However we need to use experience and know-how to navigate

through the lettings process and achieve success by setting the right price

point and being smart. The delicate balance between landlords’ expectations

and the will of the tenants to contain costs is particularly acute now. At Faron

Sutaria we understand this market well, and create excellent results for our

clients: for example, a one-bedroom flat in Elm Park Gardens let within 24

hours of marketing with no void period for the landlord.

By working closely with our sales teams and an independent

financial advisor we are also able to offer new landlords a seamless

acquisitions service from finance, sourcing the ideal buy-to-let

investment right through to finding a tenant, something we have

successfully achieved recently for international clients in Queen’s Gate,

SW7 and Onslow Gardens, SW7. With our newly refurbished offices in

South Kensington, Earl’s Court, Notting Hill and Chelsea we are ready to

spring into action.

Faron Sutaria

020 7590 0300

www.faronsutaria.co.uk

andy Buchanan, Director of John D Wood & Co. and Manager of the Chelsea Office, comments on the current state of the market

A Year of Celebration

SALES:

2012 is a year of celebration with the

Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, the 2012

Olympics and John D Wood & Co.’s 140th

year as one of the leading central London

estate agents. I have been an estate agent

in the Chelsea market since 1971 and have

seen this resilient market perform reliably,

often counter to misleading data which is

used by so many buyers today.

We have found during harder times

the property market is underpinned by a

lack of committed sellers, which results in

supply shrinking as demand reduces, thus maintaining prices. Today, with

so much interest being funnelled into such a small and desirable area, it is

little wonder that demand frequently outstrips supply, so we are here to help.

In 2011 we witnessed “wealth sheltering” in the central London

property market, both from international and British buyers. The European

financial crisis and the Arab Spring drove enquiries from overseas buyers

looking to invest in prime or interesting residential property. British

investors, motivated to protect their investments and achieve some sort

of return with inflation running at 5 per cent or more whilst the Bank

of England base rate remained at 0.5 per cent, followed suit. This high

demand was translated into many astonishing sales in all categories;

achieving prices at new record levels.

This year has started extremely well with the channelling of bonuses,

inheritance and company sales into the property market, whilst we continue to

see strong interest from abroad. With the Budget on the horizon there is much

debate about the issues affecting our market, including Stamp Duty avoidance

and Capital Gains Tax. It will be interesting to see how these will impact on the

property market in central London in the forthcoming months. I cannot see

any reason for the powerful Chelsea market not to continue to flourish.

John D Wood & Co.

020 7352 1484

www.johndwood.co.uk

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savills.co.uk

Savills KensingtonSarah [email protected]

020 7535 3300

Guide £2.95 million Freehold

Double reception room ø further reception room ø kitchen/dining room ø masterbedroom with en suite bathroom ø 3 further bedrooms ø shower room ø guestcloakroom ø utility room ø storage ø patio garden ø 186 sq m (2,003 sq ft)

BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED PERIOD HOUSE WITH PATIO GARDENkensington court place, w8

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savills.co.uk

Savills KensingtonStephen [email protected]

020 7535 3300

Price on application Leasehold, approximately 997 years remaining plus Share of Freehold

Double reception room ø further reception roomø kitchen/breakfast room ø master bedroom with ensuite bathroom ø 2 further bedrooms both with ensuite bathrooms ø 2 balconies ø porter ø lift ø 228sq m (2,455 sq ft)

WONDERFUL LIVING SPACE IN A CLASSIC PORTERED MANSION BUILDINGmoscow road, w2

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savills.co.uk

Savills ChelseaCharlie [email protected]

020 7578 9000

Guide £3.95 million Leasehold, plus Share of Freehold

Entrance hall ø reception room ø dining room ø study/library/bedroom 3 ø kitchenø master bedroom with en suite bathroom ø bedroom 2 ø separate bathroomø guest cloakroom ø lift ø balcony ø 198 sq m (2,128 sq ft)

SPACIOUS LATERAL FLAT EXCELLENTLY LOCATED CLOSE TO HYDE PARKqueen's gate, sw7

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savills.co.uk

Savills Sloane StreetRichard [email protected]

020 7730 0822

Savills KensingtonThomas [email protected]

020 7535 3300

Guide £5 million Leasehold, approximately 20 years remaining

3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø master bedroomsuite ø 2 further bedrooms (1 en suite) ø guestcloakroom ø lift ø porter ø parking ø 293 sq m(3,159 sq ft)

SECURE EXCLUSIVE APARTMENT WTIH OUTSTANDING VIEWSpalace green, w8

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Beaney PearceHenry [email protected]

020 7590 9500

Savills ChelseaNicola [email protected]

020 7578 9000

Guide £5.95 million Leasehold, plus Share of Freehold

Reception room ø dining room ø family roomø kitchen/breakfast room ø 4 bedrooms ø 3bathrooms (2 en suite) ø cloakroom ø roof terraceø 2 balconies ø underground parking ø 226 sq m(2,435 sq ft)

STUNNING PENTHOUSE APARTMENTking's chelsea, sw10

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Savills ChelseaOliver [email protected]

020 7578 9000

£2,400 per week Flexible furnishings

5 bedrooms ø 2 double reception rooms ø kitchen ø 3 bathrooms ø roof terraceø 218 sq m (2,346 sq ft)

A BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOUSE SITUATED ON THIS QUIET STREET IN CHELSEAmargaretta terrace, sw3

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Savills KensingtonMatthew [email protected]

020 7535 3333

£1,800 per week Unfurnished

3 bedrooms ø reception room ø dining roomø separate eat-in kitchen ø study roomø 2 bathrooms ø cloakroom ø utility roomø 2 roof terraces ø 182 sq m (1,959 sq ft)

METICULOUSLY REFURBISHED FAMILY HOUSEpeel street, w8

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Savills ChelseaClem Byron [email protected]

020 7578 9000

£2,300 per week Unfurnished

3 double bedrooms (2 en suite) ø reception roomø kitchen ø bathroom ø porter ø 152 sq m(1,636 sq ft)

A NEWLY REFURBISHED APARTMENT SITUATED JUST OFF THE KING'S ROADold church street, sw3

Give your property the audience it deserves.

The Directors of Hamptons International invite you to showcase your property to targeted buyers and investors in the prosperous Far East and Middle East markets as part of The Collection.

To include your property or for more information, ask in branch or visit our website.

www.hamptons.co.uk

Deadline for entries is 13th April 2012 Beyond your expectations

A superb 3 bedroom period mews house fully refurbished to the most exacting of standards offering a high quality finish throughout. The house is arranged over three floors, boosting an open plan feel to each level which incorporates outside access on the second floor from the master bedroom. The icing on the cake is an impressive private roof terrace with 365 degree views across the mews and the local surroundings.

Period mews house3 Bedrooms3 FloorsRoof terrace1862 Sq ft

£3,200,000 FreeholdAdam and Eve Mews W8

Hamptons Kensington 020 7717 [email protected]

Hamptons Kensington 020 77717 5457 [email protected]

Give your property the audience it deserves.

The Directors of Hamptons International invite you to showcase your property to targeted buyers and investors in the prosperous Far East and Middle East markets as part of The Collection.

To include your property or for more information, ask in branch or visit our website.

www.hamptons.co.uk

Deadline for entries is 13th April 2012 Beyond your expectationsHere. There. Everywhere. We were the first UK estate agency to launch an app for iPad, and an app for iPhone, and our website has hundreds of thousands of visitors each month. Wether you want to buy, sell, let or rent, it couldn’t be easier.

A comprehensively refurbished Grade II listed house, situated on the south side of this very attractive Georgian terrace. The property has lovely reception space and has been further enhanced by the addition of a lower ground floor extension which includes a magnificent media room and steam room. The house also has a lift and a garden.

Sloane Square 020 7717 5481 [email protected]

Reception roomKitchen/breakfast roomDining room4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Garden, lift

£6,650,000 FreeholdCliveden Place, SW1W

Hamptons Sloane Square 020 7717 5481 [email protected]

In the year of medals, we are already on a winning streak.Hamptons International Silver for Best for UK Large Estate Agency and Best for Marketing.

Hamptons Pimlico & Westminster 020 7834 4771 [email protected]

A fabulous four bedroom mid terrace house on a residential road extending to over 1600 sqft offering excellent well laid out accommodation with its own patio garden.

Pimlico & Westminster 020 7834 4771 [email protected]

4 Bedrooms1 Reception room2 BathroomsPeriod houseGarden1625 Approx Sq ft

£1,595,000 FreeholdPonsonby Terrace, SW1

Here. There. Everywhere. We were the first UK estate agency to launch an app for iPad, and an app for iPhone, and our website has hundreds of thousands of visitors each month. Wether you want to buy, sell, let or rent, it couldn’t be easier.

A beautiful freehold period house tucked away in this unique private enclave just off the Fulham Road, with flexible accommodation over three floors. This property has a bright and spacious 23’ reception room and a large eat in kitchen with separate dining area and also offers two double bedrooms, two bathrooms (one en-suite), roof terrace and a charming private garden.Hamptons Chelsea 020 7717 5431 [email protected]

Lovely period houseFreehold1141 Sq ftPrivate gardenPrivate terraceSet over three floors

£1,500,000 FreeholdBilling Street SW10

Hamptons Chelsea 020 7717 5431 [email protected]


A fantastic first floor flat with a large balcony overlooking communal gardens. It has beautiful high ceilings with detailed cornices, one fabulous bedroom and a super bathroom.

Notting Hill 020 7717 5649 [email protected]

Reception roomBedroomFirst floorHigh ceilings with detailed cornicingBalconyViews over communal gardens

£950,000 LeaseholdLeinster Square, W2

Hamptons Notting Hill 020 7717 5649 [email protected]


Hamptons Knightsbridge 020 7717 [email protected]

An immaculately presented three bedroom mews house which has been meticulously refurbished and interior designed in this very sought-after location. The property features a superb reception room, study and guest cloakroom on the first floor, a stunning kitchen and separate dining room, two guest bedrooms with en suites and a top floor master bedroom suite with a terrace and an integral garage.Hamptons Knightsbridge 020 7717 5461 [email protected]

Reception roomKitchenDining roomThree bedrooms (all en suite)GarageTerrace

£3,950,000 FreeholdPrinces Gate Mews, SW7


Hamptons Country House Head Office 01483 256633 [email protected] Denney, 32 Grosvenor Sq, Mayfair ,W1K 2HJ 020 7470 9359

6 Receptions, kitchen, breakfast room9 Bedrooms, 5 bathroomsCoach house, 3 garages35 Acres of groundsSwimming poolLake, river frontage

Freehold For SaleWonersh, Nr Guildford, SurreyGuildford - 4 miles, Central London - 43 miles, A3 (for M25) - 5 miles. A substantial regency style house with a separate three bedroom secondary coach house, lake and about 35 acres in the heart of this sought after Surrey village.

Hamptons Country House Head Office 020 7470 [email protected]



MARKET INSIGHT

property prices in prime central London, an area which encompasses

Kensington, chelsea, Mayfair, Knightsbridge and Belgravia, have risen every

month for 16 months, and are now 11.6 per cent higher than in February last

year. in fact they are at a record high, nearly 9 per cent above their previous

peak in 2008.

in contrast, average house prices in the rest of the UK have struggled

to rise by 1 per cent over the last 12 months, as the sharp contraction in

mortgage lending, seen after the collapse of Lehman Brothers, continues to

take a heavy toll on sales activity. the number of mortgages granted to buyers

has almost halved since the peak of the market in 2007 and prices are still

12.5 per cent lower than they were at that time.

so why has London’s luxury home market effectively de-coupled from

the rest of the UK?

the first reason is that London is a key global hub, not least because of

its might in the financial sector. this has long made it attractive to overseas

buyers as well as those from the UK. this trend has escalated in recent years

as London’s status as a ‘safe haven’ has grown. With mounting economic

and political tensions across the globe, London offers economic, political and

social stability for investors.

take, for example, the eurozone crisis. As the Greek debt negotiations

have lurched from one emergency to the next, there has been a notable rise in

european buyers keen to diversify away from euro-denominated assets. After

UK and russian buyers, italians and Greeks accounted for the highest number

of purchases in south Kensington and chelsea in the year to February. in fact,

in the wider prime central London market, italians nudged aside russians as

the biggest overseas buyers in January and February this year.

in addition to the London’s safe-haven credentials, the weak pound has

also boosted the capital’s attractiveness. While average buying prices are now

higher than the previous market peak in 2008, for those buying in dollars, or

currencies pegged to the dollar, buying a home in prime central London is

around 15 per cent cheaper than in 2008, thanks to currency movements.

these fundamentals are reflected in buoyant demand in the market,

with new applicant registrations up 15 per cent in the year to February. new

applicants look for properties worth £5 million or more have risen even more

strongly, up 26 per cent. the supply of new homes coming on to the market

is constrained, meaning there is stiff competition for the very best properties

which come up for sale.

London’s Luxury Propertyprime central London property has far outperformed the rest of the UK’s housing market over the past three years, with prices up more than 40 per cent since the post-crisis slump in 2009. Gráinne Gilmore, Head of UK residential research at Knight Frank, reports

For all the latest news, views and

analysis from the world of prime

property, visit Knight Frank’s

Residential Research blog at

www.knightfrank.com/globalbriefing

London is a key global hub, not least because of its might in the financial sector,

making it attractive to overseas buyers

How tHe markets compare(AnnuAl Price Growth)

UK

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Prime Central London

Source: KF Residential

Research


More than 320,000 people filed past the coffin of Sir Winston Churchill

during the three days his body lay in state. honoured by a 19-gun salute, an

raF fly-past, and attended by her Majesty the Queen and representatives

of 112 countries, his funeral was one of the largest assemblies of world

statesmen in history. as his coffin passed from tower Pier to Festival

Pier, dockers lowered their crane jibs in salute; as it continued on its way via

train to its final resting place in oxfordshire, thousands stood in silence at

the stations and in the fields that the locomotive passed, a fitting farewell to

a man who had always aimed to make the news rather than to be “taking” it,

who intended “to be an actor rather than a critic.”

a champion of the people and the people’s Champion, Winston’s

was a life far removed from the millions he would touch. a descendent

of John Churchill, the first Duke of Marlborough, Winston was born amid

the grand surroundings of Blenheim Palace, the son of an ex-Chancellor

of the exchequer and an american socialite millionaire. after an education

completed at harrow, Winston joined the cavalry regiment at the royal

Military College, Sandhurst, where he rose to Second Lieutenant in the 4th

Queen’s own hussar. During the next five years, he would serve actively in

Cuba, India, Sudan and South africa.

Winston’s induction to the political world came in 1900 when he entered

Parliament as member for oldham. originally a Conservative, he switched

allegiance to the Liberal party four years later following a disagreement over

28 Hyde Park Gate RichaRd BRown takes a closer look at the Knightsbridge address which provided a home to Sir Winston Leonard Spencer Churchill between 1945 and 1965

proposed trade tariffs. after acquiring the seat of Manchester north West for his

new party, Winston’s political career burgeoned; by the time he was 40 he had

served as Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies, President of the Board of

trade, home Secretary and First Lord of the admiralty.

of course, it is for his leadership during the Second World War that

Churchill is most remembered. Becoming Prime Minister in 1940 upon

Chamberlain’s resignation, he spent the next five years galvanising the

nation into resilient action against nazi Germany – providing some of the

20th century’s most inspiring quotes and distinguished dialogues in doing

so. addressing a crowd in Whitehall on Victory in europe Day, 7 May 1945,

Churchill announced from a balcony: “this is your victory.” the crowd

shouted back: “no, it is yours!”

28 hyde Park Gate was purchased by Churchill as a London base

after his surprise defeat in the 1945 general election – a result of post-war

consequences still debated by historians today. ten years later, having returned

as Prime Minister in 1951, he acquired number 27 of the same road as office

space. In november 1964, when he turned 90, a crowd gathered outside the

address and sang Happy Birthday. Churchill stood at the window, replying

with his signature v-sign salute. he died at the same house the next January

following a stroke.

More than a soldier-turned-statesman, Churchill was an author, historian

and essayist. he was also a gifted painter, a fine polo player and a unionised

stonemason. he received a nobel Prize for Literature, the only Prime Minister

to have done so, was named a Knight of the Garter, and was the first person to

become an honorary Citizen of the United States. When the BBC conducted

a survey to find out who the public deemed the greatest Prime Minister of

the 20th Century, it was Churchill who topped the poll. When the company

asked the same people two years later to choose the greatest Briton of all time,

Churchill once again took the top spot.

“The nation had the lion’s heart. I had the luck to give the roar”

PROPERTY

SALES & LETTINGS

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BEDFORD GARDENS, W9A double aspect raised ground floor apartment with a long lease located on one of Kensington’s premier streets, with the majority of the accommodation facing south. Approx. 859 sq ft. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, balcony.

£900,000 Leasehold 020 7229 2404 [email protected]

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POWIS GARDENS, W11A spacious maisonette (entered on the 1st floor) in a beautifully converted period building, comprising an open-plan living area, south-west facing kitchen/breakfast room, master bedroom suite and access to outside space. Approx. 1,161 sq ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room.

£1,350,000 Leasehold 020 7229 2404 [email protected]


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STANHOPE GARDENS, SW7A well presented raised ground floor flat boasting high ceilings and a south facing terrace. Just off the Old Brompton Road, Stanhope Gardens is located within close proximity to South Kensington and Gloucester Road Underground stations. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room.



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HARRINGTON GARDENS, SW7With views over award winning communal gardens this wonderful apartment has character and natural light which creates a very comfortable living space in the heart of South Kensington. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 reception rooms, terrace.

£1,985,000 Share of Freehold 020 7590 0300 [email protected]


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Redcliffe SquaRe, SW10An immaculately presented garden flat with a fabulous entrance hallway and bespoke storage throughout. Well located for Chelsea and Earls Court. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, patio.

£1,350,000 Share of Freehold 020 7835 1577 [email protected]


SALES & LETTINGS

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COLLINGHAM PLACE, SW5A stylish and contemporary designed duplex apartment which has been renovated to exacting standards and benefits from a spacious open-plan reception room leading onto a roof terrace. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, roof terrace.



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HAWKER BUILDING, SW8

A 5th floor apartment in Chelsea Bridge Wharf. Approx. 1,075 sq ft. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 23’ reception room, concierge, underground parking.

£995,000 Leasehold 020 7730 8762 [email protected]

REMBRANDT CLOSE, SW1

A practical three storey house in a cul-de-sac (planning permission has been applied for to create an extra floor). Approx. 1,245 sq ft. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception/dining room, lock-up garage.

£1,995,000 Freehold 020 7730 8762 [email protected]


SALES & LETTINGS

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CHELSEA GATE, SW1A beautifully presented and spacious apartment on the 2nd floor of this well regarded modern block. Approx. 1,418 sq ft. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, reception, balcony, porter, underground parking space.



SALES & LETTINGS

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Wetherby Gardens, sW5

A contemporary and stylish raised ground floor flat with a well proportioned reception room. 2 bedrooms, bathroom, reception room.

£1,095 per week Furnished/Unfurnished 020 7590 0333 [email protected]

sLOane street, sW1

A very elegant 1st floor apartment with wood floors throughout. Bedroom, bathroom, reception room, excellent storage.

£725 per week Furnished 020 7730 8682 [email protected]

Residential Lettings across RBK&C in Chelsea, South Kensington, Earls Court and Notting Hill



PROPERTY

THE rEmarkablE growTH in certain sections of the global economy is

creating millionaires and billionaires on an unprecedented scale. The new

super rich’s urge to invest has been a strong driver in the property market

throughout london and the Home Counties. while this is nothing out of the

ordinary, the scale has dramatically increased.

The desire to invest in property in london continues at a strong pace.

Unlike the domestic market, which releases stock by moving up and down

the ladder, many of these international buyers take a very long-term view on

their purchases, while some from specific cultures rarely sell on in the future.

The effect is to contribute to a shortage of property which is causing the

domestic market to drift out of some super-prime regions in town.

The overseas clients’ decision to invest in property in london is

particularly biased towards belgravia, mayfair, knightsbridge and kensington.

These are hot spots for their proximity to Hyde Park, oxford Street, bond

Street and Harrods. knightsbridge has five to six luxury blocks of flats, built

to international standards providing concierge services, air conditioning, spas

and pools, parking and high end security. The French lycée, for example,

makes South kensington particularly popular for the Europeans, while

Chelsea remains a british bastion, at least for the time being.

with the apparent growing economic and political turmoil in the world

and the new wealth from the emerging nations, london and the Home

Counties are seen as an attractive safe haven. There are the opportunities to

revel in history and culture, attend superb schools and universities, and enjoy

world renowned shopping centres. The area also offers top business and

financial centres, access to Europe and close proximity to airports.

High-net-worth (HNw) buyers are increasingly using acquisition agents to

keep up with the pace of the changing times and altering market conditions. If

you wish to sell up in london, you are likely to leave with a substantial premium.

However, to buy super-prime the competition is so intense that the modern buyer

will need a professional expert to help to reach the front of the queue.

In the countryside the competition is still predominately british, moving

up or down to accommodate changes of lifestyle. There seems to be a

perception that we have seen the worst, we have weathered the storm over

the last few years and it’s time to ‘make the move’. In addition, there has

been a build up over the past two or three years of cash buyers in rented

accommodation, many of whom will have sold in london and are now settled

in the areas favoured principally for schools, accessibility to london and

the countryside. This enables them to respond quickly when fresh property

becomes available.In the Home Counties the shortage of stock has been

relieved by the construction of very good, sustainable modern country houses.

Nonetheless, there is always a shortage of the very best and if a purchase is

missed in spring or early autumn, traditionally the main selling seasons, it is

often another six months’ wait before a reasonable selection of fresh prime

stock becomes available.

on the surface, the prime property market seems straightforward,

but it has its own particular characteristics and is being redefined by two

important requirements; confidentiality and privacy. These two commodities

are becoming increasingly highly valued. Importantly for some sellers, there

may also be a perceived premium for the privilege for such exclusive access

to their property.

buyers can gain an entrée to the 50 per cent of prime residential

properties that do not formally come into the market, are not published on

the Internet and are often without even sale particulars. These ‘off market’

properties are being sourced and purchased by acquisition agents on behalf

of savvy, motivated and financially qualified purchasers. Due to acquisition

agents’ contacts and experience, buyers can receive advance warning of new

houses and those coming onto the open market in the near future, some of

which may not have even reached the estate agents yet.

Information: email [email protected] or visit www.demalletmorgan.com

The Inside View Tommy de malleT morgan FrICS, managing director of de mallet morgan ltd, offers an acquisition agent’s perspective on the prime residential property market

www.johndwood.co.ukCHELSEA 020 7352 1484 [email protected]

EGERTON PLACE, SW3A beautifully presented, recently refurbished maisonette on the 4th and 5th floors (with lift) of a handsome period building, benefitting from wonderful views. Approx. 1,626 sq ft.

3 bedrooms, bathroom, en suite shower room, drawing room, dining room, cloakroom, study.

Lease to 2055 Guide Price £2,650,000


www.johndwood.co.uk

PELHAM PLACE, SW7An excellent Grade II Listed family house forming part of a fine stucco terrace with an attractive range of reception rooms, west facing garden with an open aspect and well arranged bedroom accommodation. Approx. 3,062 sq ft.

7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, through-drawing room, family room, study, kitchen/dining room, front garden, rear garden (33’10’’ x 20’2’’), part-ownership of Pelham Crescent garden, garages or off-street parking available.

Freehold Guide Price £10,000,000

CHELSEA 020 7352 1484 [email protected]

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www.johndwood.co.ukKENSINGTON 020 7908 1100 [email protected]

WYNNSTAY GARDENS, W8An unmodernised, lateral apartment which has great views, situated on the top (4th) floor of this popular mansion block. One of the most exclusive portered buildings in Kensington, with entry from Allen Street with only one entrance/exit in use by The Porter’s Lodge. There are parking bays set back from the private road for the use of residents of the block. Approx. 1,839 sq ft.

4 bedrooms, en suite bathroom/dressing room, shower room, 2 receptions, lift, hallway, store room, porter.

Freehold Share Guide Price £2,900,000


www.johndwood.co.ukHOLLAND PARK 020 7727 2233 [email protected]

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ST JAMES’S GARDENS, W11A very well proportioned and elegant house on this favoured Holland Park garden square. This beautifully presented house has been tastefully modernised and offers tremendous volume, with fantastic ceiling heights and many features such as original wooden shutters. The layout is extremely well thought out with the south facing private garden accessible from both the raised and lower ground floor levels. Approx. 4,230 sq ft.

5/6 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, en suite shower room, 1/2 receptions, roof terrace, balcony, garden, communal garden.

Freehold Guide Price £6,995,000


www.johndwood.co.ukSOUTH KENSINGTON 020 7835 0000 [email protected]

GRENVILLE PLACE, SW7A beautifully presented maisonette with a triple aspect reception room with unusual arched windows and two generous double bedrooms. Approx. 1,473 sq ft.

2 bedrooms, en suite bathroom, en suite shower room, double reception room, open-plan kitchen, cloakroom.


BOLTON GARDENS, SW5A perfectly arranged 2nd floor flat in need of updating, with southerly views. Approx. 878 sq ft.

2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), reception room, lift.



www.johndwood.co.ukSOUTH KENSINGTON 020 7835 0000 [email protected]

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ELVASTON PLACE, SW7An exceptionally grand & elegant ground and 1st floor maisonette with a fabulous drawing room with three sets of French windows opening onto a south facing balcony. Approx. 2,100 sq ft.

2/3 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, shower room, drawing room, kitchen/dining room, study/bedroom, balcony, loft storage.


BRAMHAM GARDENS, SW5An exceptional flat on the raised ground floor of a newly refurbished building with direct access onto the communal gardens. Approx. 1,130 sq ft.

3 bedrooms, 2 en suite bathrooms, drawing room, cloakroom, patio, direct access to communal gardens.



www.johndwood.co.uk

SHAWFIELD STREET, SW3An immaculate house offering very stylish living, wood floored reception room, very good kitchen/dining room and off-street parking.

3 bedroom suites, 2 reception rooms, garden.

Furnished/Unfurnished £2,500 per week

CHELSEA 020 7352 8111 [email protected]

QUEEN’S GATE GARDENS, SW7An Interior designed penthouse apartment split over two floors, with direct lift access and views over the communal gardens.

4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, reception room, cloakroom.

Furnished £2,600 per week

SOUTH KENSINGTON 020 7835 0044 [email protected]


www.johndwood.co.uk

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London & Country Estate Agents

Attracting buyers and tenants from around the world


Known as “Billionaire’s Row”, Kensington Palace Gardens is arguably

the most exclusive residential address in London. The tree-lined avenue

stretching half a mile from the bustling Notting Hill to the sophisticated

Kensington High Street is the domain of embassies and private houses

including Kensington Palace, home of the Duke and Duchess of

Cambridge. Diplomatic police patrols provide exceptional privacy and security

and the exclusive boutiques of Knightsbridge, Kensington Park and the Royal

Albert Hall on the doorstep make this a truly world class address.

This elegant and sumptuous three bedroom first floor apartment has

been meticulously renovated by boutique developer Balleroy. The finest

quality materials have been used and the finished result includes a state-of-

the-art audio-visual system, mood lighting and air conditioning throughout.

Oliver Gibson, Head of Development and Investment at boutique

agent W.A. Ellis LLP, says: “Balleroy is in pole position in the high-

specification luxury market, sourcing custom-made fixtures and fittings from

across the globe. Everything from furnishings to artwork, which includes

Rodin, Rozot and McAlpine Miller, has been carefully selected.”

The property also benefits from a 24-hour concierge, a fitness suite

and two valet parking spaces.

W.A. Ellis LLP – Oliver Gibson, 020 7306 1600

JSA Knight Frank, 020 7938 4311

Palace Green, W8HOT PROPERTy:Elegant and contemporary apartment with one of London’s most exclusive addresses


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Palace Green, W8 £9.5 million

W.A. Elliswaellis.co.uk

Knight Frankknightfrank.co.uk


174 Brompton RoadLondon SW3 1HP

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Old fashioned mannersmeet modern methods.At W.A.Ellis, traditional values like reliability, honesty and polite professionalism underpin our boutique service. And the same Partner will work with you from start to fi nish.

But old fashioned principles don’t mean we’re not right up there maximising the latest technology. We create bespoke marketing packages, online, offl ine, national and international, to ensure that we achieve the best possible result for you.




Introducing the Naked Estate Agent.

Why do clients recommend us to their friends?

They say it’s our bespoke service. It’s more personal and more effective because we have nothing to hide.

No long term contracts to be tied into. No over-valuing properties to win instructions. No empty promises. And when we tell you we do our very best to get the price you had in mind, this is exactly what we do.

Right now we’re achieving the highest prices in our area.

And that’s the bare truth.

Specialists in [email protected] T 020 7221 1117 10 Lambton Place London W11 2SH

Pembroke Road, Kensington W8An immaculate town house with a delightful mature rear garden, off street parking, garaging and a sought after Kensington & Chelsea postcode

Decorated beautifully and cleverly reconfigured in part to offer ample family accommodation which is elegant and comfortable as well as being open to interpretation if desired.

Drawing room, sitting room & family room

Kitchen & dining room

Master bedroom & bathroom

Three further bedrooms, two further bathrooms

Utility room & shower room

66’ Walled garden

Garage & off street parking

2,675 sq ft / 248.5 sq m – Freehold


Specialists in Selling

Joint Sole Agents

Crayson 020 7221 1117 [email protected] John D Wood 020 7908 1100

Colville Mews, Notting Hill W11Three houses, but only one of its kind. This thoughtful merger of three mews houses creates one property of extraordinary personality that unites modern living and working.

Tucked away in the heart of Notting Hill, a fabulous, versatile, lateral space.

Large drawing room

Kitchen & dining room

Master bedroom with bath & dressing room

Second double bedroom, shower room


c. 1270 sq ft / 118 sq m of prime commercial (B1) ground floor space

3016 sq ft / 280 sq m in total

Guide £3.5 million Freehold

Specialists in Selling

Sole Agent

[email protected] T 020 7221 1117 10 Lambton Place London W11 2SH

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South Kensington rental opportunities

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• Dalmeny House SW7 – £1,395 per week

• 67 Egerton Gardens SW3 – £895 per week

• 57 Egerton Gardens SW3 – £1,295 per week

• 1 Egerton Terrace SW3 – £995 per week

“ South Kensington Estates offers an exceptional service promise to make your tenancy as comfortable as possible”

For more information about these properties and therest of the SKE portfolio please call us on 020 7306 1600

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17 Kensington Park Road, London W11 2EUEmail: [email protected] Tel: 0207 727 1717 Fax: 0207 727 2030 Web: www.domusnova.com

Domus loves: weekends at The Churchill Arms, Kensington Church Street

Hillgate Street, W8£8,250,000Freehold

A new build contemporary house designed by Seth Stein Architects.

Set behind a traditional façade within Hillgate Village in Notting Hill, the plan extends 26 metres (85 feet) in length and provides accommodation on four floors, arranged around a courtyard that steps back on each level. The house consists of three principal bedroom suites and a guest/housekeeper suite. It provides two separate living areas on two levels for formal and less formal living. There is also an integral garage and in total four terraces.

Pembridge Square, W2£4,200,000Share of Freehold

A beautiful three bedroom apartment combining impressive proportions, traditional features and inspiring contemporary design. This exemplary property offers brilliant family accommodation in a hugely sought after location with both Wetherby and Pembridge Hall schools a stone’s throw away. The apartment is arranged over the ground and lower ground floors of a substantial double-fronted villa. It offers a superb dual aspect reception room, as well as a formal dining room and kitchen breakfast room. Elsewhere there are three double bedrooms (two en suite) and a private garden.


Domus loves: Friday nights at Pizza East

OxfOrd Gardens, W10

A very creative family house with fantastic space and proportions, set in an enviable North Kensington location. Encompassing five floors in total, the property has been beautifully finished throughout. Statement art and contemporary furniture complete the already stylish feel of this home. The impressive living space includes a large formal reception, second living area and open-plan kitchen/dining. The master bedroom suite, further five bedrooms and two bathrooms are set on the first and second floors. There is a private garden and roof terrace, perfect for the warmer months.

£15,000 per week Olympic short-let

Bassett Road, W10

A fabulous garden apartment occupying the entire lower ground floor of a large detached villa in North Kensington.

Accessed via its own entrance, this elegant home has exceptional living space throughout, providing a large reception room leading to the dining area and open-plan kitchen. A pair of enormous glass doors fold back onto the large landscaped garden with a decked dining area. Three double bedrooms and two bathrooms complete this home. Bassett Road is much sought after for its proximity to various boutiques and bars of Portobello Road and Notting Hill.

£3,000 per weekOlympic short-let


Domus loves: breakfasts at Tom’s Deli, Westbourne Grove

Kensington ParK road, W11£3,000 per weekLong-let

An extraordinary residence in the heart of Notting Hill, previously the home of the singer Robbie Williams. Stunningly designed at great expense, this unique corner property provides amazing views and an abundance of natural light. The property has vast living space and double height gallery over the kitchen/dining area. There is an exquisite master bedroom suite, two further bedrooms (one en suite) and a family bathroom. There is a fantastic roof garden designed by the renowned Chelsea Gold medallist Caspar Gabb.

Pembridge Square, W2£2,950 per weekLong-let

An immaculate second floor lateral apartment offering impressive space and stylish design.

Overlooking a stunning communal garden square, the property features three adjoining reception areas, including a primary living space, study area and formal dining room. A contemporary kitchen, three double bedrooms and four bathrooms complete the property.

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Catherine Place, St James’s SW1An elegant townhouse located moments from St James’s Park and Victoria.

Entrance hall • Study • Dining room • Kitchen • Sitting room

First floor reception room • Library • Master bedroom with

walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom • Two further

bedrooms • Family bathroom • Patio garden • 2,311 sq ft

Philippa Cockburn


Guide Price: £2,950,000Freehold

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Avalon Road, Fulham SW6A modern house moments from the Kings Road.

Entrance hall • Reception room • Study • Kitchen • Dining room • Living room • Private courtyard • Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom • Two further bedrooms and a bathroom

Philippa Cockburn020 7808 8543

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Guide Price: £1,850,000Freehold

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Kings Road, Chelsea SW3An exceptional London pied-à-terre.

A light and spacious duplex one bedroom apartment situated on the first and second floors • A well-proportioned open plan reception room and Poggenpohl kitchen • Dining room • Large bedroom Large Starck bathroom • Communal terrace • 843sq ft / 78 sq m

Philippa Cockburn020 7808 8543

[email protected]

Guide Price: £1,250,000Leasehold with approximately 121 years remaining

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Crown Lodge, SW3 £1,150,000 | Share of Freehold

Excellent two bedroom flat on the ground floor of this sought after and prestigious modern building. The apartment boasts the excellent feature of having two french doors opening up to the front gardens of the building.

Two bedrooms, Two bathrooms ( one en suite ), Reception room with french doors, Kitchen, Underground parking space, 24 hour porterage, Leisure centre with large swimming pool.

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Onslow Gardens, SW7 £2,150,000 | Leasehold

This three bedroom maisonette on the ground and lower ground floors of this handsome white stucco fronted property combines classical propor-tions with a contemporary refurbishment. The maisonette is located at a sought after Onslow Gardens address and benefits from direct access to beautiful communal gardens. Onslow Gardens is very well positioned within easy walking distance of fashionable South Kensington with its excel-lent transport links, shopping opportunities and restaurants, as well as moments from Gloucester Road underground station.

Entrance hall, Reception room / dining / kitchen, Three bedrooms, Two bathrooms ( one en suite ), Cloakroom, Patio area, Communal gardens ( access subject to usual consents ).



Cadogan Gardens, SW3 £675 p.w | Furnished

A stunning interior designed “loft style” apartment in this beautiful period building close to Sloane Square.The property has been refurbished to a very high standard and benefits from views over gardens at the front and rooftop views at the rear.

Reception, Open plan kitchen, Double bedroom, Study/occasional guest room, Communal gardens by separate arrangement.



Prince of Wales Terrace, W8 £695 p.w | Furnished

A fantastic two double bedroom period property located on a residential street opposite Hyde Park. The apartment, which has been stylishly decorated with contemporary furnishings, has a large reception room and excellent storage in the bedrooms.

Two double bedrooms, Large reception room, Kitchen, Two bathrooms.



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MORTON MEWS, SW5

A superb 4/5 bedroom family mews

house of almost 3,000 sq ft that has

been exceptionally well refurbished

by the current owner.

Reception room, kitchen/dining

room, study/bedroom 5, master

bedroom with dressing room

and en suite bathroom, 3 further

bedrooms, 3 shower rooms,

cloakroom, garage, terrace, ample

storage, private mews parking.



QUEEN’S GATE MEWS, SW7

A charming three bedroomed south facing house tucked away in this popular cobbled mews in

the heart of south Kensington.

Reception room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, en suite shower

room, bathroom, large entrance hall.



ENNISMORE MEWS, SW7

A charming and spacious mews

property with an amazing 50 foot

frontage and a bright westerly

aspect over this picturesque

cobbled Knightsbridge mews.

Reception room, kitchen, bedroom

with en suite shower room, 2 further

bedrooms, bathroom, small patio.

SH of FH £1,950,000 STC South Kensington Office 020 7590 9955

LOGAN MEWS, W8Located in a private mews with parking, a three bedroom freehold house with both a patio garden and

a roof terrace.

Reception room, kitchen, master

bedroom with en-suite bathroom,

2 further bedrooms, bathroom,

garden, roof terrace, private mews

parking.


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This spacious, three/four-bedroom lateral apartment is situated on the second floor across two substantial stucco-fronted buildings on the preferred north side of London’s most exclusive garden square. Refurbished to the highest standards, the apartment benefits from generously proportioned, high-ceilinged reception rooms, and bedrooms with direct views of the private communal gardens. The apartment also has a residential porter, lift, security and access to the square’s gardens and tennis courts.

Leasehold: 63 years£10,950,000


Eaton SquarE, SW1

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This two-bedroom duplex apartment of 1,402sq ft (130sq m) is situated on the upper ground floor of a Grade 1 listed building. Presented in a contemporary style, the apartment benefits from three spacious bay windows that provide double-height living space.One Hans Crescent is managed by Harrods Estates Asset Management, which offers a full range of concierge services. There is also 24-hour security, private underground parking with valet service, and recently refurbished communal parts. Hans Crescent is located between Harrods and Sloane Street, and is convenient to all the amenities Knightsbridge has to offer, with easy access to Chelsea, Hyde Park and the West End.Leasehold: 989 years£3,750,000


ONE HANS CRESCENT, SW1

KNIGHTSBRIDGE OFFICE: 82 BROMPTON ROAD LONDON SW3 1ER T: +44 020 7225 6506MAYFAIR OFFICE: 61 PARK LANE LONDON W1K 1QF T: +44 020 7409 9001

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• Air conditioning • Underfloor heating• Control 4 home automation and remote

home monitoring (lighting, heating, security)

• Multi-room zoned audio system• High definition, 5.1 surround cinema with

automated reclining seats• Fully wired computer network to all

floors

• Independent WI-FI network to all floors

• Fire sprinkler system

• Banham intruder alarm with CCTV cameras and automated video door entry system

• Temperature controlled wine room

• Street patrolled guard dog security in operation

Chelsea Park Gardens C h e l s e a S W 3

This immaculate six bedroom family house is truly unique, extends to over 4500 square feet and has been superbly refurbished to a very high standard by the current owner.

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It features a breathtaking studio room with a 4.5 metre ceiling height, cinema, gym, sauna, wine room and a 65ft south facing garden. It is quietly situated in the south western corner of Chelsea Park Gardens, which is widely regarded as one of Chelsea’s most sought after addresses. Combining comfortable family accommodation along with state of the art technology, this house offers the most luxurious style of living.

Freehold� £12,750,000�STC

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This superb, recenTly refurbished, first floor apartment benefits

from stunning views of the river and surrounding area. Fabulous and

beautifully furnished, the property is contemporary and stylish and boasts

excellent living space, including a drawing room and kitchen breakfast

room with French doors opening to a small balcony. There is a lovely master

suite, second double bedroom and study. The flat is finished to the highest

standard including wood flooring and modern fixtures and fittings.

The property is situated in the heart of chelsea, close to all the local

amenities of the area, as well as being located on the river Thames and with

battersea park lying just to the south of the river. Access via both Albert and

chelsea bridges is possible and the property is also situated close to all the

designer shops and popular restaurants on the King’s road.

Old Ferry HousehoT properTy:

Chelsea Embankment, SW3£1,800 per week

Fitore Vula020 7578 9020

[email protected]

stylish and spacious property in a highly desirable location


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Old Church Street | Chelsea | SW32,565 sq ft (238sq m)

Asking price £5,250,000 Long leasehold

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Own street entrance | Double height open plan drawing room, dining area & kitchen Galleried/sitting room | Four bedrooms | Two Bathrooms | Cloakroom

A wonderful triple aspect apartment on the corner of Old Church Street and Mallord Street in the heart of this most historic part of Chelsea.

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Petyt Place | Chelsea | SW33,217 sq ft (299 sq m)

Asking price £5,950,000 Freehold

Three reception rooms | Kitchen/breakfast/family room | Four bedrooms | Three bath/shower rooms (two en suite) | Dressing room | Bar | Cloakroom | Utility | Garden

A rarely available low-built family house in excellent order throughout and set back from Cheyne Walk with southerly views of the River Thames.

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Embankment Gardens | Chelsea | SW31,950 sq ft (181 sq m)


Hallway | Drawing room | Kitchen/Dining room | Master bedroom with en suite bathroomSecond double bedroom | Third double bedroom | Further full bathroom | Guest Cloakroom

A bright and immaculately refurbished three bedroom lateral flat on the third floor of this highly sought after and elegant period building.

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Drayton Court | Chelsea | SW10

Carlyle Mansions | Chelsea | SW3

1,782 sq ft (166 sq m)

2121 sq ft (197 sq m)

Asking price £3,100,000 Share of Freehold


West Chelsea 020 7373 1010

Chelsea 020 7225 3866 KSA Knight Frank 020 7349 4300

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28’ drawing room | Kitchen | Four bedrooms | Three bath/shower rooms (two en suite) Dressing room | Two balconies | Lift | Porter

Large entrance hall | Drawing room | Dining room | Kitchen/breakfast room | Utility room Four bedrooms | Three bathrooms (two en suite) | Cloakroom.

A beautifully refurbished four bedroom family flat benefiting from a wonderfully wide drawing room which leads onto a good size private balcony.

A spacious four bedroom apartment, refurbished by the current owners to a high standard and presented in excellent order throughout.



Lowndes Square | Knightsbridge | SW13,186 sq ft, (296 sq m)


JSA Chesterton Humberts 020 7235 8090 Knightsbridge 020 7235 9959

Entrance hall | Reception room | Dining room | Media room | Kitchen/ Breakfast roomFive bedrooms & five bath/shower rooms | Porter | Access to communal gardens

A newly refurbished lateral apartment situated on the first floor of a portered building, overlooking this world renowned garden square.


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