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THE DEERS OFRICHMOND PARK

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and The Royal deer have been maintained in Richmond ever since.

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Welcome to our December issue...Ice Skating returns for the 9th year running to the beautiful setting of Henry VIII’s historic red brick Tudor Palace. Situated on the banks of the River Thames, Hampton Court Palace provides the perfect picturesque setting for festive skating and even more so at night, when the palace is beautifully illuminated.

Brooklands will be the place to be on New Year’s Day for all lovers of vintage and classic cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles, as Brooklands Museum hosts the biggest annual January 1st gathering of such vehicles in the South-East.

Christmas is a very special time of the year at Painshill Park when the frosty landscape creates an amazing transformation. The follies look even more magical and the rich variety of evergreen conifers and pines are picture postcard perfect.

Spare a thought for the poor House Team at Polesden Lacey while you’re putting your tree up this year… It will take two of them a whole afternoon just to put the lights on the magnificent 18ft tree in the Central Hall, and a team of six all day to hang all the beautiful, handmade, traditional decorations!

When Charles I moved his court to Richmond Palace (no longer standing) to avoid the plague in London, in 1625, he turned his manor into a deer park with herds of fallow and red deer. The park was enclosed with an 8 mile long brick wall in 1637. Most of the wall that still encloses Richmond park is the original. The Royal deer have been maintained in Richmond ever since.

This gives you just a small taste of exciting events and articles featured in this month’s issue. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year...

Faye ManningEditor

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3rd & Sunday 4th December. Also from Saturday 10th until Saturday 24th December.

The festive journey begins with a short walk through the 18th century gardens to the Christmas Wishing Tent on Grotto Island where refreshments can be purchased and children will receive an activity pack. Elves will then guide you into the magical Crystal Grotto to share your wish with Father Christmas and to receive a special gift.

This is a ticketed event. Visit www.painshill.co.uk (24hr booking) or call 01932 584284 (Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm).

JANUARY 2012

Free entry to Painshill every Wednesday in January 2012.

Cost FreeDate Every WednesdayTime 10.30am – 4pm (last entry 3pm)Leave your winter blues behind and start your New Year off with a beautiful winter walk around Painshill.

It’s a special time of the year when the frosty landscape creates an amazing transformation. The follies look even more magical and the rich variety of evergreen conifers and pines are picture

CHRISTMAS FUN FLORISTRY WORKSHOP

The last in the series of one day contemporary floristry workshops. Create a bright and cheery parallel or sphere display.Advanced booking required.

DECEMBER 2011

Exclusive opportunity to ‘Meet Santa’ in a Crystal Grotto

Painshill, one of Europe’s finest 18th Century Gardens, is offering a unique festive opportunity to visit Father Christmas in a Crystal Grotto.

Visits can be booked on Saturday

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TICKET PRICES(Prices have been held for 4 years)

Child £8.50Adult £7.00Concession £6.00

For further information on events call 01932 868113or visit www.painshill.co.uk

For more information about Painshill Park Trust, Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11 1JE call 01932 868113 or email beth.meades@painshill.co.ukwww.painshill.co.uk

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LANDSCAPING LIGHTING

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A Garden Room For All Seasons...

Whatever your dream scheme for the perfectgarden building, the experienced designersat Crown Pavilions can put it all together tocreate the ultimate outdoor room.

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Whatever your dream scheme for the perfectgarden building, the experienced designersat Crown Pavilions can put it all together tocreate the ultimate outdoor room.

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Family Fun this Christmas at

K e w G a r d e n s

as you enter the gardens, admire the stunning Christmas tree at Victoria Gate, as well as the beautifully decorated

wreaths placed around the gardens.Take a walk... Join a free guided ‘Winter Walk’ with Kew’s expert guides and discover the Christmas plants that shine throughout winter in Kew’s 300 acre site. The walks are daily and start from the volunteers desk (Victoria Plaza) at noon and run from 1st December to 29th February. If you prefer to go at your own pace, why not pick up a leaflet at the gates and try a self-guided ‘Winter Walk’, from 3 December to 2 January.Visit Father Christmas... Would anyone in the family like to meet Father Christmas in his festive grotto? If so, the grotto is open from 10th - 23rd December in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. The queue opens at noon and closes at 3pm.Have Fun... Once the little ones have visited Father Christmas, take them for a carousel ride on Kew Palace lawn, from 10th December - 2nd January. The rides begin at 10.30am and finish at 4pm. Adults £2, children £2, adults accompanying a child under five, £1. Also available is seasonal face painting at Climbers and Creepers, from 10th

Father Christmas, vintage Car Rides, and Winter Walks!

December - 2nd January. £4 a face, or two for £7.If your little ones prefer Christmas in the fast lane, they can take a spin in a mini-sized vintage cars. The rides will run from 10.30am to 4pm daily. Adults £3, children £2.Learn... Would you like to learn how to use what grows in your garden to create delicious Christmas dishes? Drop into their secluded garden to find out, at one of their ‘hands on’ sessions. 3rd December - 2nd January, Wednesdays and Sundays, 11.30am to 2.30pm.If you’re feeling hungry after all of this Christmas fun,

either enjoy a snack of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine outside the south end of the Princess

of Wales conservatory (10 - 11 / 17 - 18 December) provided by the Rotary Club, or

order a sumptuous meal from the in-house caterers Peyton & Byrne’s special festive menu, in one of four onsite restaurants.Shop... A variety of festive products will be available from the fabulous onsite shops, which will be opening late before Christmas on the evenings of 7th, 10th, 14th and 17th December, 4.30 - 8.30pm.

Recycle...Once Christmas is over, feel free to bring along your Christmas

tree minus decorations and have it recycled by Kew’s very kind arboretum team!

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Family Fun this Christmas at

K e w G a r d e n s

as you enter the gardens, admire the stunning Christmas tree at Victoria Gate, as well as the beautifully decorated

wreaths placed around the gardens.Take a walk... Join a free guided ‘Winter Walk’ with Kew’s expert guides and discover the Christmas plants that shine throughout winter in Kew’s 300 acre site. The walks are daily and start from the volunteers desk (Victoria Plaza) at noon and run from 1st December to 29th February. If you prefer to go at your own pace, why not pick up a leaflet at the gates and try a self-guided ‘Winter Walk’, from 3 December to 2 January.Visit Father Christmas... Would anyone in the family like to meet Father Christmas in his festive grotto? If so, the grotto is open from 10th - 23rd December in the Princess of Wales Conservatory. The queue opens at noon and closes at 3pm.Have Fun... Once the little ones have visited Father Christmas, take them for a carousel ride on Kew Palace lawn, from 10th December - 2nd January. The rides begin at 10.30am and finish at 4pm. Adults £2, children £2, adults accompanying a child under five, £1. Also available is seasonal face painting at Climbers and Creepers, from 10th

Father Christmas, vintage Car Rides, and Winter Walks!

December - 2nd January. £4 a face, or two for £7.If your little ones prefer Christmas in the fast lane, they can take a spin in a mini-sized vintage cars. The rides will run from 10.30am to 4pm daily. Adults £3, children £2.Learn... Would you like to learn how to use what grows in your garden to create delicious Christmas dishes? Drop into their secluded garden to find out, at one of their ‘hands on’ sessions. 3rd December - 2nd January, Wednesdays and Sundays, 11.30am to 2.30pm.If you’re feeling hungry after all of this Christmas fun,

either enjoy a snack of roasted chestnuts and mulled wine outside the south end of the Princess

of Wales conservatory (10 - 11 / 17 - 18 December) provided by the Rotary Club, or

order a sumptuous meal from the in-house caterers Peyton & Byrne’s special festive menu, in one of four onsite restaurants.Shop... A variety of festive products will be available from the fabulous onsite shops, which will be opening late before Christmas on the evenings of 7th, 10th, 14th and 17th December, 4.30 - 8.30pm.

Recycle...Once Christmas is over, feel free to bring along your Christmas

tree minus decorations and have it recycled by Kew’s very kind arboretum team!

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Jewellery is the ultimate gift for someone special. Valuable, intimate and enduring. We all have an image in our minds of a perfect piece and what significant message of emotion we would like it to convey to a loved one. But we also have views on what we hope for from the buying experience. We are looking for guidance in quality, style, technical detail or, nowadays, even in ethical issues. The search may seem a daunting undertaking, yet it can be personal and pleasurable in itself. The answer lies in going direct to the designer.

Jon Dibben has run his own workshop and shop for over

twenty years, tucked away in rural Surrey, where he and his small team handcraft every design, in limited numbers and with meticulous attention to detail. They are always on hand to share their expertise and to help customers choose the ideal piece.

Making the difference

“Nowadays, people looking for jewellery are bombarded with designer images,” says Jon. “And they might look great, but the quality isn’t always as impressive.

Our difference is that we do everything in our own workshop- from the first sketches to the setting of the stones. It’s really

personal to me. I know every stone in every design,

having individually chosen each one. I’ve seen each piece taking shape on the bench. Sometimes it

seems quite hard to let them go!”

Natural Inspiration

Inspired by nature’s blend of form and function, each of Jon’s designs embodies his

design philosophy, combining aesthetics with practicality. This is particularly apparent with his engagement, wedding and eternity rings – created to sit perfectly together.

“It seems natural that these three pieces should be designed to fit together- in the same way that the events they symbolise have a relationship to each other. One of the best things about making jewellery is that we get to be involved in the most meaningful times of people’s lives. We see them go through engagements, weddings, anniversaries, and celebrating the births of their children- as well as the gifts in between.”

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In addition to his elegant engagement ring sets, Jon is known for striking one-off pieces, but his reputation also rests in using only the highest quality metals and stones - ethically sourced where possible. He is one of only thirty designers and craftspeople in the world licensed to use responsibly mined certified gold, produced through the Fairtrade supply chain.

In house gemmologist, Rachel Pullen explains “Working with the same trusted dealers for over twenty years means we can give our customers some of

the most remarkable stones in the world, including diamonds that go beyond the conflict-free certification, to a traceability leading back to the country, or even the mine, of origin.”

Leisurely Style

Jon Dibben’s shop is a welcoming and stylish haven set at the heart of an old brick kilns, just south of Guildford. Well-known as a destination for those in search of bespoke jewellery, there is always a wide variety

of work on show. Many pieces are unique, while others can be easily personalised in a metal or stone of choice. Visitors are encouraged to browse at leisure, or discuss ideas they might

have to remodel their own jewellery.

“We are obsessive perfectionists,” concludes Jon. “I think

this is obvious to people when

they see or try on our designs. We are making

heirlooms, which people will want to pass down through the family. They have true longevity.”

Alongside his own work, Jon Dibben also features jewellery by other selected designer makers. Like Jon, they work on a very small scale, providing an alternative to mass-produced styles and, surprisingly, prices start from only £90. Images of their work are now included on the Jon Dibben website.

Contact

Jon Dibben Shop & Workshop40a Smithbrook Kilns, Cranleigh, Surrey GU6 8JJ Tel: 01483 278170Email: info@jondibben.co.ukWeb & Blog: www.jondibben.co.ukTwitter: @JonDibben

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Ice Skating returns for the 9th year running to the beautiful setting of Henry VIII’s historic red brick Tudor Palace. Situated on the banks of the River Th ames, Hampton Court Palace provides the perfect picturesque setting for festive skating and even more so at night, when the palace is beautifully illuminated.

Feel the cold tingle of London’s crisp winter air, listen to the music and take in the festive surroundings as you glide around the rink in front of the breath-taking West Front of Henry’s Tudor palace. Whether you gather a group of friends, plan a romantic date or decide to make a day of it at this world-famous location, the Hampton Court Palace Ice Rink is one of

the most magical locations for winter fun this festive season.

Th e Ice Rink Café alongside the ice rink (no entrance charge) will be serving warming drinks from hot chocolate to mulled wine and festive snacks for those wishing to relax after their skate or whilst watching others take to the ice.

It’s never too early to book your session and advance bookings are highly recommended as skating sessions around Christmas and the New Year sell out fast. Ice Guides, Group Bookings and Corporate Hire are available – please visit the website for full details www.hamptoncourticerink.com

Please note Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Ice rink is closed on Christmas Day ADVANCE BOOKINGS AND WEBSITES

Online www.hamptoncourticerink.comPhone 0844 871 8815

(Booking fees apply) Book in person (no booking fees)at rinks from opening dates. Group Bookings 0844 412 4650Exclusive Rink Hire & Corporate bookings phone 020 8241 9818

HAMPTON COURT PALACE PRESENTS A TUDOR CHRISTMAS

3RD, 4TH & 27TH DECEMBER 2011 – 2ND JANUARY 2012

TUDOR COOKERY

Which dishes rumbled a Tudor tummy? Come in from the cold and feel the heat from the fi re in our Tudor kitchens. Experience real smells and sounds as our intrepid team of history chefs experiment with recipes, ingredients and cooking methods to prepare a feast fi t for a king.

11TH DECEMBER 2011

GHOST TOURS

See Hampton Court Palace in an eerie new light. Experience the unique atmosphere of Henry VIII’s State Apartments, including the infamous Haunted Gallery, and creep through the deserted courtyards - if you dare!

Advanced booking is essential.

SKATE IN PALATIAL SPLENDOURAT HAMPTON COURT PALACE 26TH NOVEMBER - 8TH JANUARY 2011

Tickets cost £25, to book online please visit www.hrp.org.uk or call 0844 482 7799. Please note that the ghost tour does not include a full tour of Hampton Court Palace and is not suitable for under 12s.

19TH - 23RD DECEMBER 2011

CAROL SINGING AROUND THE PALACE COURTYARDS

Join us for our annual carol singing around the courtyards of Hampton Court Palace, accompanied by the Epsom & Ewell Silver Band. Promenade around the palace courtyards singing carols to get everyone in the Christmas mood.

Th is is an outdoor event so please dress warmly. 6pm-7pm,

Pre-booking is essential as tickets sell out quickly 0844 482 7775

27TH DECEMBER 2011 – 2ND JANUARY 2012

TUDOR CHRISTMAS

It is December 1540. Henry VIII and his new young wife, Catherine Howard, will celebrate her fi rst Christmas as Queen at Hampton Court Palace. With songs, stories, music and dance - and the madcap humour of the king’s fool, Will Sumer - everything looks set for a Christmas to remember!

But what to do about ‘the King’s dear sister’ - his wife from earlier in the year, Anne of Cleves?

Meanwhile in the Tudor

Kitchens, our historic cooks will also be preparing suitable festive fare. Come to the King’s fi nest palace and experience the splendours of his court during the Christmas season. All events are subject to change, please check www.hrp.org.uk for up-to-date information on prices, opening times and details on event booking.

Historic Royal Palaces is the independent charity that looks after the Tower of London, Hampton Court Palace, the Banqueting House, Kensington Palace and Kew Palace. We help everyone explore the story of how monarchs and people have shaped society, in some of the greatest palaces ever built.

We receive no funding from the Government or the Crown, so we depend on the support of our visitors, members, donors, volunteers and sponsors.

Th ese palaces are owned by Th e Queen on behalf of the nation, and we manage them for the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport.

We believe in four principles. Guardianship: giving these palaces a future as long and valuable as their past. Discovery: encouraging people to make links with their own lives and today’s world. Showmanship: doing everything with panache. Independence: having our own point of view and fi nding new ways to do our work.

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Eyeskate at the London Eye 19th November 2011 - 6th JaNuary 2012This winter add a little sparkle to your Christmas visit, as the iconic London Eye presents it’s very own, open air ice skating rink in the shadow of the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel situated on the Southbank in the heart of London.By day guests can enjoy the breathtaking views of this feat of engineering and by night festive lighting will provide the perfect atmosphere to have some fun with friends, family and colleagues alike. Open 7 days a week. Book online at www.londoneye.com or at the onsite ticket office.

Ice at the Tower Skate Daily at tower of loNDoN 19th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012Feel the cold tingle of London’s crisp winter air, listen

to the music, and take in the incomparable surroundings as you glidearound the rink in the moat of one of London’s most iconic landmarks. Whether you pop along with friends during your lunchtime, plan a romantic date or decide to make a day of it at this world-famous fortification, the Tower of London Ice Rink is one of the coolest locations for winter fun with a group of friends or a festive family gathering. With one of the most beautiful skating settings in London the awesome battlements of the Tower of London provide a magnificent backdrop for the ice-cool skating season. Book online at www.toweroflondonicerink.com or call See on 0844 871 8814

Westfield London Ice Rink 19th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012Glide round the shops this Christmas! Westfield London will be cooler than ever as an ice rink takes over the Atrium. The rink is made with real ice and it’s indoors so you don’t have to worry about the weather! The Atrium is transformed into a winter wonderland complete with a Santa’s grotto and Christmas lights. . Get your skates on! Book online at http://uk.westfield.com or call the box office on 0871 330 8077.

Ice Skating at Westfield Stratford City 19th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012This festive season, shop and skate at London’s shiny new shopping centre, Westfield Stratford City. The new east London version of Westfield London, Westfield Stratford East, enjoys its first Christmas this year. To celebrate, Westfield Stratford East welcomes you to its open-air ice-rink, with great views of the Olympic Park. A calendar of special ice events will kick off with a spectacular Christmas Light Switch On to gear London up for the festive season and as the ice rink is open beyond the Big Day, there’s no need for the post-Christmas blues.

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The Canary Wharf Ice Rink opeNS for itS 7th SeaSoN - 12th November 2011 - 19th february 2012Open 7 days a week and located in the magnificent setting of Canada Square Park, surrounded by Canary Wharf ’s world famous towers. The park will again be decked in festive lighting transforming the estate into a winter wonderland, offering the finest facility for outdoor ice skating and entertainment in the Capital. Festive music and drink will add to the winter atmosphere. Book online at www.ticketmaster.co.uk or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1556

Tiffany & Co present Skate at Somerset House the StraND - 22ND November 2011 - 22ND JaNuary 2012This year Teatime with Tiffany combines tea-dance music with live ice-dance displays and delicious treats. Children will be enchanted by Storytelling beside the Tiffany Christmas Tree. Improve your fitness with the Big Ice Dance lunchtime sessions. Experience the unique atmosphere of open-air clubbing, on and off the ice, to a soundtrack curated by prominent DJs, iconic clubs and trend-setting festivals at one of the Club Nights. Whatever the time or occasion, the Somerset House Ice Rink is the ultimate London winter destination for everyone! Book online at www.somersethouse.org or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1520

Ice At the Palace hamptoN Court palaCe - 26th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012For a thoroughly regal ice-skating experience this winter, head to Hampton Court Palace ice rink. Offering a great view of the palace’s spectacular Tudor façade, the ice rink beats skating round an indoor rink any day! Hampton Court Palace has a fascinating history and was once home to England’s most famous (and infamous!) King, Henry VIII.Besides skating, there’s plenty to see at the Hampton Court Palace, including Henry VIII’s State Apartments, the vast Tudor Kitchens and the topiary Maze. Book online at www.hamptoncourticerink.com

Natural History Museum Ice Rink 4th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012The Natural History Museum Ice Rink is London’s superior skating experience. Set within the lawns of the Natural History Museum, the Ice Rink will offer an array of entertainment and events for all ages, plus a lovely Cafe Bar where guests can warm up in the most cosmopolitan and cosy fashion. For those who don’t wish to take to the ice, but want to soak up the festive fun and stunning surroundings, the stylish Cafe Bar will offer sumptuous food, drinks and entertainment for all to enjoy. Book online at www.nhm.ac.uk or call the 24-hour Ticketmaster hotline on 0844 847 1576.

Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park 19th November 2011 - 3rD JaNuary 2012 Winter Wonderland celebrates its 5th year with a magical new Ice Rink. The ice rink will be given a new home and will surround the Victorian Band Stand, creating a beautiful centre piece for Winter Wonderland. Stretching over 1,350m2, the outdoor rink will be the biggest of its kind in the UK. It will take 10 days to build using 100,035 litres of water which will be frozen at -12c so you can feel the cold tingle of the crisp winter air, listen to the music and take in the festive surroundings as you glide around the rink in London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Book online at www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com

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The Canary Wharf Ice Rink opeNS for itS 7th SeaSoN - 12th November 2011 - 19th february 2012Open 7 days a week and located in the magnificent setting of Canada Square Park, surrounded by Canary Wharf ’s world famous towers. The park will again be decked in festive lighting transforming the estate into a winter wonderland, offering the finest facility for outdoor ice skating and entertainment in the Capital. Festive music and drink will add to the winter atmosphere. Book online at www.ticketmaster.co.uk or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1556

Tiffany & Co present Skate at Somerset House the StraND - 22ND November 2011 - 22ND JaNuary 2012This year Teatime with Tiffany combines tea-dance music with live ice-dance displays and delicious treats. Children will be enchanted by Storytelling beside the Tiffany Christmas Tree. Improve your fitness with the Big Ice Dance lunchtime sessions. Experience the unique atmosphere of open-air clubbing, on and off the ice, to a soundtrack curated by prominent DJs, iconic clubs and trend-setting festivals at one of the Club Nights. Whatever the time or occasion, the Somerset House Ice Rink is the ultimate London winter destination for everyone! Book online at www.somersethouse.org or call Ticketmaster on 0844 847 1520

Ice At the Palace hamptoN Court palaCe - 26th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012For a thoroughly regal ice-skating experience this winter, head to Hampton Court Palace ice rink. Offering a great view of the palace’s spectacular Tudor façade, the ice rink beats skating round an indoor rink any day! Hampton Court Palace has a fascinating history and was once home to England’s most famous (and infamous!) King, Henry VIII.Besides skating, there’s plenty to see at the Hampton Court Palace, including Henry VIII’s State Apartments, the vast Tudor Kitchens and the topiary Maze. Book online at www.hamptoncourticerink.com

Natural History Museum Ice Rink 4th November 2011 - 8th JaNuary 2012The Natural History Museum Ice Rink is London’s superior skating experience. Set within the lawns of the Natural History Museum, the Ice Rink will offer an array of entertainment and events for all ages, plus a lovely Cafe Bar where guests can warm up in the most cosmopolitan and cosy fashion. For those who don’t wish to take to the ice, but want to soak up the festive fun and stunning surroundings, the stylish Cafe Bar will offer sumptuous food, drinks and entertainment for all to enjoy. Book online at www.nhm.ac.uk or call the 24-hour Ticketmaster hotline on 0844 847 1576.

Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park 19th November 2011 - 3rD JaNuary 2012 Winter Wonderland celebrates its 5th year with a magical new Ice Rink. The ice rink will be given a new home and will surround the Victorian Band Stand, creating a beautiful centre piece for Winter Wonderland. Stretching over 1,350m2, the outdoor rink will be the biggest of its kind in the UK. It will take 10 days to build using 100,035 litres of water which will be frozen at -12c so you can feel the cold tingle of the crisp winter air, listen to the music and take in the festive surroundings as you glide around the rink in London’s Hyde Park Winter Wonderland. Book online at www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com

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Brooklands will be the place to be on New Year’s Day for all lovers of vintage and classic cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles, as Brooklands Museum hosts the biggest annual January 1st gathering of such vehicles in the South-East. More than 400 classic vehicles are expected to attend, making the event a perfect opportunity for enthusiasts and general public alike to escape from the pressures of the festive season and the January sales.

All those arriving in pre-1973 vehicles via the Campbell Gate off Brooklands Road (KT13 0QN) will enjoy a £1 discount off normal admission prices (see below), while extensive parking for spectator’s cars will be signposted to The Heights office park and the Museum’s public car park.

The Museum’s usual displays and aircraft, including Concorde, together with the children’s’ Discovery Centre and Soft

to the year you could get. Where else could you see Bentleys, Hot Rods, Classic Motorcycles and Concorde all in one place!

Brooklands Museum is open from 10am to 4pm every day apart from 24th – 28th December inclusive. Admission is £10 for adults, £9 for seniors, £5.50 for children (aged 5 – 16) and just £27 for a family ticket with adults paying £4 extra for the Concorde Experience (children £2).

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Play area, will be open as usual so there will be something to entertain everyone. The Sunbeam café and bar, and extra eating facilities, will be open for turkey-free New Year’s Day lunches and snacks. Also, opened earlier this year, is the London Bus Museum which houses the largest private-sector collection of London Buses in the world.

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THE DEERS OF

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hen Charles I moved his court to Richmond Palace (no longer standing) to avoid the plague in London, in 1625, he turned his manor into a deer park with herds of fallow and red deer. The park was enclosed with an 8 mile long brick wall in 1637. Most of the wall that still encloses Richmond park is the original.

The Royal deer have been maintained in Richmond ever since. March and early April, when the trees have not yet leafed out, is a particularly good time to spot them.

The deer have played a major role in the Park’s history and have shaped the landscape too.

Their special grassland habitat depends on grazing and the parkland trees have a distinctive ‘browse line’ as the deer eat all the leaves and twigs growing below about 1.5 metres.

Deer grazing also prevents tree seedlings from growing, keeping the grassland open. For young trees to survive they need to be protected against damage from deer antlers for some 50 years.

During the autumn the deer ‘rut’ (breeding season) takes place. The red stags and fallow bucks compete for females (known as hinds and does respectively). At this time, the large males roar, bark and clash antlers in a spectacular way in an attempt to fight off rivals and to attract as many females as possible. The young are born mainly in June, and are hidden by their mothers amongst the bracken and long grass. Females and their young are very vulnerable and sensitive to disturbance at this time

Herds of red and fallow deer roam freely within much of the park. The herds are culled in November to keep numbers manageable and the park population healthy.

The British Deer Society and the Deer Initiative of England and Wales, who are regarded as the main welfare organizations dealing with the welfare and management of deer nationally, recognize that parkland deer numbers must be managed and that removal of some of the deer is

necessary each year to keep populations at acceptable levels. The keeping of deer in enclosed English parkland has a

long heritage. Although many ancient parks were originally maintained for hunting purposes, in recent times it is recognised that the deer herds of the Royal Parks in London are an integral part of the parks’ ecosystem, as well as being a valuable amenity and educational feature. These parkland deer are wild animals, which are not regularly shepherded or handled; they are left to breed normally and to establish normal social behaviour.

All deer parks have a maximum capacity of deer numbers, which must not be exceeded to avoid problems of disease

and damage to the natural environment (the complex ecosystems for which Richmond Park is notified

as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, National Nature Reserve and a European Special Area of Conservation, being of particular importance).

The deer are wild animals, so never try to touch or feed them. Always keep a respectful distance, especially if you have a dog.

You can adopt a deer in Richmond Park - http://www.royalparksfoundation.org/support/

foundation/foundation_adopt_new.cfmWhen you become an adopter, you’ll

receive a certificate of thanks, postcard, factsheet and a badge pin. An adoption makes an unusual gift and is a great way to mark a special occasion!

As well as deer, a range of other mammals lives in the park, though they may not be as obvious. These include Fox, Rabbit, Shrew, Mice and Vole. Unfortunately the Brown Hare, which was once common in the Park, has vanished as a consequence of increased disturbance. The Park’s diverse landscape, abundant insects and plentiful tree roost sites are good habitat for bats. There are recent records of at least nine species including all 3 species of Pipistrelle, Noctule, Serotine, Brown Long-eared and Daubenton’s bats.http://www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/richmond_park/

Richmond PaRk was oRiginally a deeR-hunting PaRk, and still has 300 Red deeR and 350 fallow deeR.

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WINTER WEEKDAY WEDDINGS ARE THE NEW TREND... AS STRAPLESS DRESSES & LOUNGE SUITS ALSO BREAK WITH TRADITION

More and more couples are choosing to marry out of season,

according to Loseley Park, the UK Top Ten wedding venue, as voted by viewers of Sky’s Wedding Channel.

And with a further break from tradition, couples are marrying during the week in a radical departure from Fridays and the weekend.

“We’re finding that people are markedly more open to getting married on, say, a Thursday in February,” says Michael More-Molyneux, owner of Loseley Park, which holds more than 80

weddings a year. “It’s definitely a growing trend and it’s partly because conventional timing seems less important nowadays, and partly down to price.

“A Monday-Thursday wedding here in January, February and March costs five times less than a Saturday ceremony in the high season from May till the end of September.

“You may not be getting warm sunshine (or rain!) and the garden, but you are getting The Great Hall, roaring fires, candlelight and mulled wine. People also love the Christmas decorations and tree, which

add to the festive spirit.”Another attraction of winter weddings is the long-haul honeymoon to escape to the sun.

Timing is not the only tradition which is changing, says fashion expert Sam Neville, founder and owner of Mamfii Bridal, the Surrey experts, who organise the catwalk shows at Loseley’s Wedding Fairs.

Fashions in clothing are changing along with the traditional days and seasons for weddings. “Today women are more adventurous and daring,” says Sam, “so the strapless look is acceptable even in

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Christmas 2011 at Denbies Wine Estate

Party nights including ‘Putting on the Ritz’, ‘Starlight Spectacular Disco Extravaganza’ and ‘A Night at the Oscars’ – not forgetting the hugely popular ’Murder Mystery Vintage Vineyard Murders!’ New for 2011 are Party Share lunches, which include entertainment and a visit from Santa!

And, as if that isn’t enough – visit Santa in his cellar grotto

throughout December (every weekend in

December and daily 16 – 24th December)

Denbies Wine & Gift Shop is now

overfl owing with Christmas

gifts, ideas and inspiration for the

entire family including family pets and feathered friends!

For full details on Denbies Christmas celebrations in the heart of the surrey Hills, visit www.denbies.co.uk .

Denbies Wine EstateLondon Road, Dorking,Surrey RH5 6AAT. 01306 876616www.denbies.co.uk

Denbies Wine Estate is England’s largest vineyard in a stunning location set in 265 acres of vines. One of the most unique venues in Surrey to celebrate your Christmas party, this festive season ‘Starlight Spectacular’ will light up the magnifi cent Conservatory Atrium. Adorned with lights and trees Denbies will be off ering a range of shared party nights to suit all tastes & budgets!

Denbies festivities commenced on Monday 29th November with Denbies Christmas Light ‘Switch on & Sing along with the Panto Cast from Dorking Halls ‘Snow White & Th e Seven Dwarfs’. Th e family fun continued on Sunday 11th December with ‘A Christmas Tale’, a children’s theatre production produced by the Bullfrog Youth Th eatre Company that should get the whole family in the Christmas spirit!

Starlight Spectacular embraces an entire range of Christmas

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Back, known to many as the A31 BUT known to far more for the Hogs Back Brewery, nestling on the north bank near the Hogs Back Hotel landmark is this little oasis of a gem. Hogs Back

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Brewery and fi ne Premium Beers go hand in hand ...and all the result of the “Master Brewster” - the skilled Lady Head Brewer “ Mo”, who brews some of the fi nest beers in the world.

Th e brewery buildings date back to 1768, these fi ne old stone & fl int classic buildings form an idyllic back drop to this unique

Independent Brewery...and was the inspirations of the Founders Martin & Tony back in 1992 when the brewery doors were fi rst opened and brewing fi ne ales returned to the Guildford area; after many decades had passed when the Friary- Meux Brewery in Guildford stopped brewing.

Only the fi nest malted barley

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and fresh whole English Hops; locally grown at the Hampton Estate in Puttenham, are selected to brew the Hogs Back

portfolio of fi ne ales, beer names like “TEA” and “HOP” or “Santa’s Wobble” suddenly take on a whole new meaning and could well re-write the English dictionary.

Fully guided tours of the brewery give you a

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Hogs Back know something or two about the old traditional values of brewing good beer , no additives, colouring, fl avouring, preservatives, or

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Christmas at the brewery is like Santa’s Grotto coming south from the North Pole, adults go wide eyed and speechless to see the range of speciality seasonal winter warmer ales , gift n goodies as the fi rst day of Christmas draws near, we even have the famous Hogs Back “Beer Engine” ; a massif motorcycle n sidecar, on duty to collect Santa Clause ....Santa’s has already booked his magic Bike Ride to a local garden centre on 10th December before his busy session on Christmas Eve begins.

A day out in the picturesque areas around the Hogs Back is a day packed with enjoyment, this area of outstanding beauty will please the ramblers , walkers , cyclists ...its a nice place to eat and of course home of the GREAT PINT OF TEA...

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Spare a thought for the poor House Team at Polesden Lacey while you’re putting your tree up this year…

It will take two of them a whole afternoon just to put the lights on the magnificent 18ft tree in the Central Hall, and a team of six all day to hang all the beautiful, handmade, traditional decorations!

Come and see the fruits of their labours at our special Mrs Greville’s House at Christmas events every Saturday and Sunday from the 3rd to 18th December, 11am – 4pm here at Polesden Lacey. The whole house will decorated for an Edwardian Christmas as it would have been at the time of its most famous owner – Mrs Greville – friend of royalty and one of the most influential hostesses of her time. Be sure to ask about the Witches Balls and why there

are Union Jacks at the top of the tree rather than a fairy… There will also be sleigh rides and other festive surprises on the day.

Normal admission prices apply, plus an additional house entry charge of £2 adult, £1 child including members, but parking is FREE.

We are still taking last-minute bookings for the Edwardian Christmas Dinner Dances to be held in the Courtyard Restaurant on Saturday 10th and 17th December. Enjoy a delicious 3 course menu and live music provided by Javajam to help you dance the night away. £40 per person, please book in advance.

Plus the restaurant is also offering its popular Christmas lunches every weekday throughout December.

Three courses and coffee is only £22.50, or two courses and coffee for £19.50. Please call for a full menu and to book (many dates are already full so please get in quick!)

Visit the Gift and Garden shop and Toy Box at Polesden Lacey where you can discover Christmas gifts and handmade decorations, including new Polesden Lacey Christmas cards and calendar, ladies’ accessories, food and wine products. There are lots of special offers so don’t miss out.

And after the big day itself, if you need to walk off all that turkey and mince pies, join our Rangers for a gentle ramble through the gardens and wider estate on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day. Please book in advance and pay £4 on the day.

For all enquiries including

bookings, please call 01372 452048 or see www.nationaltrust.org.uk/polesdenlacey for more information.

GETTING READY FOR CHRISTMASA T P O L E S D E N L A C E Y

POLESDEN LACEY WINTER OPENING TIMES

Gardens, restaurant, shops open daily 10am-4pm last admission 3.30pm

(Closed 24/25 Dec)

House open for Sneak Peek Tours in Jan & Feb, Saturdays & Sundays,

between 11am-4pm, with two special family tours also available (normal

admission prices apply and tours must be booked on arrival at the property – no pre-booking but space is limited)

Parking charge for non £2.50members (waived from 1-23 Dec)Normal adult charge £12House & Gardens:Normal child charge £6House & Gardens

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WINTER EVENTSAT CLANDON PARK

HARLEQUIN UNMASKED: PERFORMANCE, FANCY DRESS, ARTS & CRAFTSDate Sun 11 DecemberTime 11am-4pmPrice £6 event admission £3 for NT members

Meet Harlequin and the other characters from “Th e World of Commedia” in roles of actor, comedian, mime, dancer, acrobat and musician. Th rough demonstrations, sketches and talks, learn about the history of Commedia del’ Arte and the role of the Harlequin. Arts, crafts, & dressing up for children. Face painting 12 – 2pm.

CLANDON CAROL CONCERTSDate Monday 19 December 2011Time 3pm & 8pm

Join the Oxford City Singers in our stunning Marble Hall. Children’s concert Tuesday 20 December 3pm (includes a surprise visit from Father Christmas). Adult £19; Senior Citizen £18; Student £17; Child £10 Booking essential at Guildford Tourist Information Centre Box Offi ce call 01483 444334.www.visitguildford.com

Clandon Park restaurant is open throughout December on Mon, Tues, Wed, Th urs & Sun for Christmas lunch, from 12-3, and dinner from 6-8 pm on concert days and 6.30 onwards on non concert days. Booking essential, call 01483 224706, or email functions@clandonpark.co.uk

Clandon Park, West, GuildfordSurrey GU4 7RQ, call 01483 222482 or email clandonpark@nationaltrust.org.ukwww.nationaltrust.org.uk/clandonpark

DECEMBER EVENTSAT HATCHLANDS PARK

MUSIC AND READINGSDate Saturday 10 DecemberTime 8-10pm

An evening of traditional Christmas

themed music and readings by Ayres and Graces. Adults £16, senior citizen £15, student £14. Booking essential at Guildford Tourist Information Centre Box Offi ce, tel 01483 444334.www.visitguildford.com

HATCHLANDS AT CHRISTMAS: ANIMALS AND CAROLSDate Sunday 11 DecemberTime from 1.30-5:00pm.

Meet the animals around the manger until 4pm, and enjoy complimentary soft drinks, biscuits, mulled wine and mince pies. Join in with Christmas carols in Hatchlands House from 4-5pm. Visit the National Trust shop for last minute Christmas shopping, open from 1-5.30pm (£1 voucher on arrival). Booking essential: Adults £5, children £3, Family (2 adults and up

to 3 children) £14. Booking essential 01483 222482. Payable on the day, booking for the carols essential

HATCHLANDS AT CHRISTMAS: ANIMALS ONLY Date Sunday 11 DecemberTime from 1:00-4:00pm

Meet the animals around the manger, groom the donkeys and pony, and cuddle the rabbits and guinea pigs, enjoy complimentary soft drinks, biscuits, mulled wine and mince pies.

Visit the National Trust shop for last minute Christmas shopping (£1 voucher on arrival). Adults £3.50, children £2, Family (up to 3 children) £10. Booking not needed. Entry payable on the day Clandon Park restaurant is open throughout December on Mon, Tues, Wed, Th urs & Sun for Christmas lunch, from 12-3, and dinner from 6-8 pm on concert days and 6.30 onwards on non concert days. Booking essential, call on 01483 224706 or email functions@clandonpark.co.uk

Hatchlands Park, East Clandon, Guildford, GU4 7RTTel 01483-222482e: hatchlands@nationaltrust.org.ukwww.nationaltrust.org.uk/hatchlands

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Admission is free to members of the National Trust. Non Members £6.20 adults, £3.10 Child, under 5s free.

EVENTS THIS WINTER

Wreath Making Date Sun 11Time 12 noon–2pmPrice Normal admission applies plus £10 per wreath

Make a traditional Christmas wreath using materials from the Arboretum.

Winter Wonders TrailDates Sat 17 Dec–Mon 2 Jan 2012, (not open Sun 25 Dec)Time 10am–4pmPrice Normal admission applies

A fun free trail around Winkworth to celebrate the festive season. Boxing Day WalkDate Mon 26Time 1pm–2.30pmPrice Normal admission applies

Walk off the mince pies with this fabulous, free walk. Winkworth’s Wednesday Walk, Free Guided Walk around the ArboretumDate 1st Wednesday of each monthTime 2.30pm – 3.30pmPrice Normal admission applies, Guided walk is free

Meet at the kiosk and join Peter Herring for a guided walk around Winkworth Arboretum.

The arboretum was originally planted by Wilfred Fox, who bought the land in

1937. Dr Fox described the valley as ‘ quite unspoilt, of pastoral and wooded character, patterned with hedgerows and abounding wild fl owers,’ and saw the potential as a place to create a collection of trees and shrubs in a semi natural setting.

Th e dramatic hillside location provides the perfect showcase for Dr Fox’s vision, using plants to ‘paint a picture’. Today the award winning collection of over 1000 shrubs and tress provides a stunning display of colour.

With its welcoming tearoom off ering warming refreshments and its varied events programme, Winkworth is far more than just a walk in the woods. With the wet summer this year, we do not know for sure what this autumn will bring. But we can be certain that from now through to the new

year Winkworth will again put on its best show as the thousands of trees create canopies and carpets of startling colour. Just as Dr Fox originally intended.

Winkworth Arboretum. Hascombe Road, Godalming, Surrey GU8 4ADTelephone: 01483 208477www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Open daily from 10am – 5pm or sunset if earlier.Closed Christmas Day.

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Chobham Golf Club is a traditional private members golf club and one of the friendliest in Surrey. Th e combination of a superbly designed golf course and excellent conference

facilities will make your day one to remember.

Our conference facilities are perfect for your

get away from it all meetings and an ideal venue for combining business with pleasure. Enjoy the welcoming atmosphere of the clubhouse which boasts a 1st fl oor function suite overlooking the 15th hole with a private bar capable of hosting a sit down function for 150 guests. Additionally Chobham Golf Club is licensed to hold civil ceremonies and perfect for any

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Our 18 hole

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Built to championship standards with USGA greens and tees, the course has automatic irrigation and a drainage system designed to provide excellent year round play. Among the many attractive features of the course are the six strategically placed lakes. Th ere is a combination of challenging par 4’s, reachable par 5’s and six superb par 3’s. Th e clubs signature hole is the 15th, a 222 yard par 3 nestling in front of the clubhouse terrace.

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An action packed day out offerIing visitors the chance to experience the best in boating, watersports and shopping. There is also plenty of great entertainment for seasoned boating families or anyone that is looking to dip their toe into the water for the first time!

The Show, which is free for kids, will feature up to 1000 boats and more than 500 exhibitors showcasing the very best in boating products, equipment, clothing and holidays. However, that’s not all this fantastic lifestyle Show has to offer...l Almost 1000 boats of all shapes and sizes, from entry-level wakeboards costing as little as £100 to glamorous and glitzy multi million pound sailing and motor yachts. Wander along the indoor boardwalk and gaze at the impressive size and luxury.l A fantastic range of shopping brands with the best in marine and casual fashion clothing, books, DVDs and a multitude of gadgets, some being launched for the first time.l For the more adventurous, the Watersports Action Pool has been built specially for the Show where experts from Neilson Active Holidays and Rockley Watersports will help you get on the water. Visitors can try an exciting range of sports such as wakeboarding, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. For the less adventurous there will be enthralling action to watch,

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with live demos by watersports experts, including a canoe polo invitational match and pro paddle board competition.l The Knowledge Box - a great way to learn about all things nautical. This year’s line-up includes world experts talking about topics ranging from technology and innovations to racing, plus Michelin-starred chef Adam Gray demoing skills and techniques. So whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater there will be something for everyone to educate, enthuse and inspire.

After a full day at the Show relax and enjoy a glass of champagne or meet your friends in the famous bars nestled between the boats and exhibitors.

Adult tickets can be purchased in advance of the Show from just £16, with two children going free (aged 15 or under) with each paying adult.

For the last four days of the Show, you will also be able to enjoy the London Bike Show, Outdoors Show and Active Travel Show at ExCeL with your Tullett Prebon London Boat Show ticket.

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An action packed day out offerIing visitors the chance to experience the best in boating, watersports and shopping. There is also plenty of great entertainment for seasoned boating families or anyone that is looking to dip their toe into the water for the first time!

The Show, which is free for kids, will feature up to 1000 boats and more than 500 exhibitors showcasing the very best in boating products, equipment, clothing and holidays. However, that’s not all this fantastic lifestyle Show has to offer...l Almost 1000 boats of all shapes and sizes, from entry-level wakeboards costing as little as £100 to glamorous and glitzy multi million pound sailing and motor yachts. Wander along the indoor boardwalk and gaze at the impressive size and luxury.l A fantastic range of shopping brands with the best in marine and casual fashion clothing, books, DVDs and a multitude of gadgets, some being launched for the first time.l For the more adventurous, the Watersports Action Pool has been built specially for the Show where experts from Neilson Active Holidays and Rockley Watersports will help you get on the water. Visitors can try an exciting range of sports such as wakeboarding, windsurfing, canoeing and kayaking. For the less adventurous there will be enthralling action to watch,

Tullett Prebon

Sails into London

LONDON BOAT SHOW

with live demos by watersports experts, including a canoe polo invitational match and pro paddle board competition.l The Knowledge Box - a great way to learn about all things nautical. This year’s line-up includes world experts talking about topics ranging from technology and innovations to racing, plus Michelin-starred chef Adam Gray demoing skills and techniques. So whether you’re a novice or an experienced boater there will be something for everyone to educate, enthuse and inspire.

After a full day at the Show relax and enjoy a glass of champagne or meet your friends in the famous bars nestled between the boats and exhibitors.

Adult tickets can be purchased in advance of the Show from just £16, with two children going free (aged 15 or under) with each paying adult.

For the last four days of the Show, you will also be able to enjoy the London Bike Show, Outdoors Show and Active Travel Show at ExCeL with your Tullett Prebon London Boat Show ticket.

6TH - 15TH JANUARY 2012, EXCEL LONDON

Book tickets via the Tullett Prebon London Boat Show website http://www.londonboatshow.com or call the ticket hotline on 0871 230 7140.

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Th e idea behind the business came from a desire to for a fresh approach and also to fi ll a niche to supply modern, contemporary jewellery saving customers the hassle of going into London to source items.

We stock gift items for family

members from as little as £20.00 ranging to individual items from our Guest British Designer ranges which span the spectrum to £500. We also have our own branded packaging and gift bags and so we can gift wrap any item for customers.

Our new shop located at 1 High Street, Walton on Th ames, occupies a prominent position on the crossroads of the High Street.

Th e corner shop allows us to make maximum use of the available window display space to enable customers to browse our jewellery ranges and we are fortunate to

have a canopy so that protects our customers from the elements whilst they browse our window displays.

We stock exquisite designer jewellery from Kit Heath, Babette Wasserman, Missoma, Alexis Dove, Rebecca, Pearls Laura Gravestock, Azuni & Hot Diamonds. We also stock silver and gold chains and gifts.

Th e shop was bespoke designed by a specialist Jewellery shop fi tters to provide maximum display space to enable us to displays our ranges. Th e shop is wide and open so that

customers can relax and browse our ranges in relative comfort.

We opened our doors on the 8th October and already we have many and varied regular customers who we have grown to know.

For more information about Fleur Jewellery visit us in store at 1A High Street, Walton on Th ames, Surrey KT12 1DG or call 01932 252280. Alternatively you can email fl eurjewellery@hotmail.co.ukor visit the website atwww.fl eurjewellery.com

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London offers probabLy the best shopping experience of any city in the worLd. London is the shopping capitaL of the worLd.

From the boutiques of Bond Street to the teeming Oxford Street fashion stores and vibrant street markets, there is something to suit even the most discerning of shoppers.

Find out where the best of London shopping can be found with our

guide to where you can get your shopping fix!

REGENT STREET (abovE)Regent Street is home to a number of large outlets offering everything from toys and trench coats to fabrics and food.

Perhaps the street’s most famous resident is the elegant Liberty store, founded in 1875. Many of the shops along Regent Street (and especially Saville Row, running parallel) are more expensive than most on Oxford Street but more exclusive.

If you have children, the world’s best toy shop should give them something to remember! Hamleys is a London institution, a huge, well-run emporium stacked from floor to ceiling with excellent toys. It is a wonderful place to take a child, and great fun for adults as well.

Other stores that amaze are Jaeger, Hobbs, Mappin & Webb, Karen Millen, Reiss, Swarovski, TM Lewin, Nike’s flagship store, The Apple Store and the first British Ferrari store a real treat for Ferrari enthusiasts, and so much more. For those looking for that extra special treat, Godiva is one of the most prestigious chocolate brands in the world and if your mouth is watering you can visit one of the many eateries available on Regent Street including the new La bottega del Caffè, Pret A Manger, il Pomodorino, Ping Pong.

boND STREETFor serious fashionistas, Bond Street and its environs are the place to be seen in and shop! New Bond Street boasts one of the biggest and best concentrations of designer shops in the world, including Donna Karan, Prada, Louis Vuitton, Chanel, Nicole Farhi, Armani, Jimmy Choo and Ralph Lauren. Quintessentially English style can be found at the Mulberry and Burberry stores.

Bond Street also plays host to Sotheby’s auction house and a number of antique stores and markets have popped up in the area.

If you or your other half has a thing for diamonds, you should know that Cartier, Tiffany and Asprey are among the jewellers on this exclusive, expensive street.

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KING’S RoaD The area was made famous by a lively local scene during the ‘Swinging 60s’ and punk fuelled seventies. The doyenne of punk fashion, Vivienne Westwood, still runs her first ever store at the so-called ‘World’s End’ end of The King’s Road.

Although the area has none of the character of that time, it is still full of famous faces and is one of the best and most varied places to shop and eat in London. For fashion, King’s Road offers high street regulars such as Jigsaw, French Connection and Gap but if you’re looking for something more original American Classics sell vintage Levi’s and tuxedos.

At the Sloane Square end, crowned by Peter Jones, there is the pedestrianised Duke of York Square - full of modern shops and cafes, including Mary Quant and Yves Delorme.

You can purchase anything from antiques at The Furniture Cave, to a £40,000 bed from Hastens, also taking in upmarket stores quirkily named R.Soles, Sweaty Betty and After Noah.

KNIGHTSbRIDGEKnightsbridge is one of the most unchanged, attractive areas of central London, with little in the way of offices nearby but plenty of shops and restaurants to serve the needs of local residents. There are plenty of ways to spend money in this beguiling corner of the capital. Harrods is the most famous of the local stores, a huge tourist attraction employing over 3,000 staff in more than 300 departments.

However, some much prefer Harvey Nichols, a chicer alternative with three floors of designer wear, a huge beauty department and delectable delicacies on the fifth floor, all at extremely high prices.

If you have the money to spend and want some designer clothes, look no further than Sloane Street. Christian Dior, Chanel, Prada, Gucci, Armani, Fendi and Dolce & Gabbana are all within easy walking distance of each other - even in heels!

There are also a number of exquisite specialist lingerie stores including Rigby & Peller on Hans Road and La Perla on Sloane Street itself.

oXFoRD STREET Oxford Street lays claim to being London’s busiest street. The opening of Debenhams and Selfridges in 1909 marked the beginning of the street’s dominance as a shopping area. Amongst the chaos and bustle, retail therapists will find an oasis of calm in the area’s unrivalled collection of department stores.

Debenhams, Marks & Spencer and John Lewis all have their flagship stores on Oxford Street. Selfridges is the department store of Londoners. There’s an incredible selection of British and international designers available and plenty of great restaurants and cafes to chill out in if you get a bit tired.

Oxford Street also offers some of the best choice in terms of high street fashion, if you can fight your way through the crowds.

Among the best shops are inexpensive but stylish favourites Zara, Mango & Monsoon. You will also find one of the largest collection of eateries, where you can relax for

WESTFIELD LoNDoNWith a distinctive mix of designer and high street labels, Westfield London offers the ultimate shopping experience, with over 265 shops from over 15 countries. The Village is a must-shop for all luxury lovers, featuring premium brands, from the world’s leading fashion houses, hot designers and chic boutiques including Burberry, Dior, Gucci, Jimmy Choo, Prada, Versace, Tiffany & Co and Omega.

Travelling by car is simple. With easy access from the West Cross route and 4,500 parking spaces housed neatly for you, right underneath the shops. This Christmas, Westfield boasts it’s first ice rink so you can literally skate and shop!

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CaRNabY STREETThe name Carnaby Street is synonymous with 1960s ‘Swinging London’ - a phrase coined by Time magazine.

Nowadays the area has gone through something of a revival and is once again boasting cutting edge designer talents and trendy street ware. With over 140 shops, bars and restaurants to choose from in the area, it’s definitely worth a visit.

Shoppers will find rich pickings at urban streetwear shops like Replay, Diesel, Howies, American Apparel and Puma. There are also a number of streets in the immediate area around Carnaby Street - notably Newburgh Street which runs parallel, Foubert’s Place, and Kingly Court which has three floors of one-off ‘concept’ shops, cafes and restaurants set around an open courtyard.

Carnaby Street is a fantastic place to buy sports, urban and footwear, and there’s also a number of fine cosmetics shops - seek out the Cowshed and MAC Cosmetics - as well as a few boutiques selling vintage mod clothing. Altogether very stylish.

CaNaRY WHaRFCanary Wharf is a thriving space and vibrant business district with a wide range of shops, restaurants, pubs and wine bars, as well as healthcare and leisure facilities and an extensive arts and events programme. Their vast range of high-profile retailers secures them as one of the most popular shopping destinations in London eg Aspinal of London, Austin Reed, Bang & Olufsen, Browns London, Dune, Hackett, Karen Millen, Links of London and TM Lewin.

WESTFIELD STRaTFoRD CITYWith over 300 stores offering fashion, food, homewares, health and beauty and much more, you’re sure to find just what you’re looking for. With a state of the art cinema, a luxury bowling alley, exciting food options and a range of entertainment, Westfield Stratford City is much more than just a shopping centre.

You can now glide over the ice and take in views of the Olympic Park... Westfield Stratford City is celebrating its first Christmas with an amazing outdoor ice rink in Chestnut Plaza! The ice rink will be open morning, evening and night.

Westfield’s Santa’s Grotto is the UK’s first to have a 5D film and each child in the Grotto at Westfield Stratford City will have the opportunity to personally feature in the film, helping Elbow the Elf on his journey to help save Santa’s presents from the good Elf turned bad! Visitors to Santa’s Grotto will be immersed in an amazing visual experience which includes wind, lights and elf dust.

Bring the family and enjoy with a day of Christmas shopping, a skate and a visit to Santa!

CovENT GaRDENA visit to Covent Garden is a must, whether you intend to shop, or soak up the atmosphere watching the street entertainers. The focal point of Covent Garden, the market, has dominated the area ever since the Middle Ages. There is also an open-air cobbled area where miming and juggling acts can often be found. Classical music and opera singing often fills the air - not from the Royal Opera House but from street performers who often stage impromptu concerts in the courtyards below street level.

Covent Garden is a mecca for shoppers - high Street outlets include Marks & Spencer, Oasis, French Connection, Next and Monsoon, with menswear at Diesel, Replay, Oakley and Paul Smith. Neal Street, which runs to the north west of the Piazza, has more in the way of urbanwear including as well as trendy trainer shops including Office and Size? as well as the Natural Shoe Store and Terra Plana ‘ethical shoes’. If (perish the thought!) you tire of clothes shopping there are scores of excellent places to stop off for a coffee.

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AN EXPLOSIVE FUSION OF EXOTIC SPICES, A RICH AMALGAM OF EVOCATIVE AROMAS, A TANTALIZING CONTRAST OF TEXTURES

AND TASTES. WELCOME TO THE CULINARY WORLD OF…

ACCENTUATING A FUSION OF MALAYSIAN & FAR-EASTERN CULINARY DELIGHTS

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Matahari‘Matahari’ lends its name from the Malay language meaning the SUN.In the warm and friendly ambiance of our rustic and cozy restaurant, we aim to bring you a FUSION of the various cooking styles of the mystical Far-East with particular emphasis on Malaysian, Chinese, Thai and Japanese favourites.

Malaysian cuisine itself is a combination of the cooking methods of three nations – Indian, Chinese and Malay. These have merged to make a unique, harmonious blend that is an identifying characteristic

of the cuisine of this tropical peninsular. The use of Indian spices such as cumin, tumeric and chilies, the Chinese influence of soy sauce, garlic and ginger, the Malay contribution of ‘sambal’ & a blend of other exotic spices and the various cooking styles of the Portuguese, Dutch and British during their years of occupation there is evident in authentic Malaysian style dishes.Thai food is rich in texture and characterised by flavours such as the citrus-limes, basil leaves, fresh coriander and coconut milk. An important ingredient

in Thai style cooking is a mild fish sauce that is central as the main savoury flavouring.

The cuisine of Japan has enjoyed an unprecedented boom in popularity, perhaps largely due to the healthy nature of their dishes. The use of seafood, especially fish, and vegetables such as seaweed is central to the art of preparing Japanese cuisine.We hope the above introduction will cast light on the fusion - concept of our unique cooking style and awaken your desire for an exclusive culinary experience.

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In Search Of The UlTImaTe GIfT Chocolate

luxuryW

hat do you do if you really want something special and just can’t find it? When all you yearn for is just the best of its kind in the world - and no-one seems

to have produced it; at least not to the standard you desire?If you are Roy and Tracey Jones you initially scour the

earth for a key ingredient and, when you have finally tracked it down, you create what you were looking for in the first place - the world’s finest luxury chocolate experience.

“I wanted to buy a very special present for a very special person on a very special day - her 40th birthday,” explains Tracey. “Like me she is a chocoholic! I went to the top-end departments stores and even some of the little luxury chocolate boutiques but just could not find what I wanted. There is a lot of nice chocolate about, of course, but, I don’t know, there was always something missing. It was very frustrating and in the end I bought her something else entirely.”That was the beginning but by no means the end of a two year journey which has reached a triumphant conclusion with the launch of ‘the Chocolate’ Roy and Tracey’s new business dedicated to producing ‘the best luxury chocolate experience in the world.’

What is it?In its simplest form we are talking about an amazing ‘experience’. Handmade truffles using an award winning, secret recipe Italian chocolate, filled with champagne, flaked with edible 24-carat gold all enclosed within a bespoke handcrafted boutique box encrusted with more than 450 Swarovski Crystals inside and out. Also made by hand no two of these boxes will ever be the same. The chocolate itself is 63% Toscano Black sourced from a tiny artisan chocolate maker based just outside historic Pisa. The cocoa beans are refined using a traditional granite stone mill and the result has been judged by the Academy of Chocolate as officially the best in the world.

What experts call the ganache - basically the mixture of cocoa, cream and a variety of other ingredients to form

what consumers think of as, well, the chocolate - that forms ‘the Chocolate’ is a closely guarded secret but Roy and Tracey are happy to confirm that there are several glasses of champagne added to the normal recipe. “As we make everything ourselves we can, of course, produce ‘the Chocolate’ without alcohol if required,” commented Tracey.

You Eat thE Gold?It’s the world’s most expensive foodstuff and has been eaten for

millennia. Although the Ancient Egyptians believed it gave them immortality no such claims are made for ‘the

Chocolate.’ (yet). However other authorities do claim that gold has many attributes when eaten,

including generating a higher IQ, managing rheumatoid arthritis, developing mystic power and contributing to a long and healthy life. More seriously it is authorised for use in food products in both Europe and the USA.

High quality chocolate also has its enthusiasts. They claim that chocolate with over 60% cocoa content (‘the Chocolate’

has 63%) reduces blood pressure, decreases the chance of both diabetes and heart attack,

improves the memory and even eases a persistent cough amongst a plethora of other attributes.

Be that as it may the fact remains that ‘the Chocolate’ has a fantastic taste that will

exceed the expectations of the wildest choccie enthusiast. And the memory of the experience will last and last.

thE Products:Available online at the-chocolate.com and exclusively at Harrods, the Boutique Box contains 15 chocolates minimum and a weight of 200 grammes. It retails at £190 including postage and packing. Delivery of this unique hand-made product is within five days or can be expressed for specific delivery date. The Bambina is a one chocolate box experience, which retails at £50 including postage and packing. Available online and exclusively at HarrodsFor more information on the Chocolate visit: www.the-chocolate.com

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In Search Of The UlTImaTe GIfT Chocolate

What do you do if you really want something special and just can’t find it? When all you yearn for is just the best of its kind in the world - and no-one seems

to have produced it; at least not to the standard you desire?If you are Roy and Tracey Jones you initially scour the

earth for a key ingredient and, when you have finally tracked it down, you create what you were looking for in the first place - the world’s finest luxury chocolate experience.

“I wanted to buy a very special present for a very special person on a very special day - her 40th birthday,” explains Tracey. “Like me she is a chocoholic! I went to the top-end departments stores and even some of the little luxury chocolate boutiques but just could not find what I wanted. There is a lot of nice chocolate about, of course, but, I don’t know, there was always something missing. It was very frustrating and in the end I bought her something else entirely.”That was the beginning but by no means the end of a two year journey which has reached a triumphant conclusion with the launch of ‘the Chocolate’ Roy and Tracey’s new business dedicated to producing ‘the best luxury chocolate experience in the world.’

What is it?In its simplest form we are talking about an amazing ‘experience’. Handmade truffles using an award winning, secret recipe Italian chocolate, filled with champagne, flaked with edible 24-carat gold all enclosed within a bespoke handcrafted boutique box encrusted with more than 450 Swarovski Crystals inside and out. Also made by hand no two of these boxes will ever be the same. The chocolate itself is 63% Toscano Black sourced from a tiny artisan chocolate maker based just outside historic Pisa. The cocoa beans are refined using a traditional granite stone mill and the result has been judged by the Academy of Chocolate as officially the best in the world.

What experts call the ganache - basically the mixture of cocoa, cream and a variety of other ingredients to form

what consumers think of as, well, the chocolate - that forms ‘the Chocolate’ is a closely guarded secret but Roy and Tracey are happy to confirm that there are several glasses of champagne added to the normal recipe. “As we make everything ourselves we can, of course, produce ‘the Chocolate’ without alcohol if required,” commented Tracey.

You Eat thE Gold?It’s the world’s most expensive foodstuff and has been eaten for

millennia. Although the Ancient Egyptians believed it gave them immortality no such claims are made for ‘the

Chocolate.’ (yet). However other authorities do claim that gold has many attributes when eaten,

including generating a higher IQ, managing rheumatoid arthritis, developing mystic power and contributing to a long and healthy life. More seriously it is authorised for use in food products in both Europe and the USA.

High quality chocolate also has its enthusiasts. They claim that chocolate with over 60% cocoa content (‘the Chocolate’

has 63%) reduces blood pressure, decreases the chance of both diabetes and heart attack,

improves the memory and even eases a persistent cough amongst a plethora of other attributes.

Be that as it may the fact remains that ‘the Chocolate’ has a fantastic taste that will

exceed the expectations of the wildest choccie enthusiast. And the memory of the experience will last and last.

thE Products:Available online at the-chocolate.com and exclusively at Harrods, the Boutique Box contains 15 chocolates minimum and a weight of 200 grammes. It retails at £190 including postage and packing. Delivery of this unique hand-made product is within five days or can be expressed for specific delivery date. The Bambina is a one chocolate box experience, which retails at £50 including postage and packing. Available online and exclusively at HarrodsFor more information on the Chocolate visit: www.the-chocolate.com

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t the end of January 2012 the choice available to those seeking truly exceptional

standards in senior living and care provision in the Surrey / Hants / West Sussex borders region will expand dramatically. Because, on Monday 30th January, removal vans will begin arriving at Moorlands Lodge, Hindhead heralding the start of a new life and new opportunities for the fi rst residents of this exceptional new concept.

Perhaps this date could also herald exciting prospects in 2012 for some of the readers of this magazine?

Moorlands Lodge is a beautiful, purpose built building off ering spacious accommodation in the form of superbly appointed studio, one bedroom or two bedroom apartments. However, the physical accommodation is only one aspect of this unique

approach to senior living.

Moorlands Lodge will off er a truly person-centred approach to each of its residents. For some this will simply be the knowledge that that all forms of support are available 24 hours a day should they be required. For others, perhaps with more complex needs, it could mean a specifi c care plan that allows them to live their lives with dignity whilst receiving assistance to maintain whatever personal level of independence they desire.

Each resident joining the community will meet members of a highly experienced team in order to consider individual needs and preferences such that a unique care plan can be developed to ensure a comfortable and fulfi lling lifestyle. Th is innovative approach means that, whatever the future

may hold, all our residents are assured that the care that they need will always be available and delivered within their own apartments by appropriately trained and dedicated staff , ultimately with the aim of avoiding the need to ever move again.

Moorlands Lodge will also provide a specialist Dementia Unit comprising 20 en-suite apartments where residents will receive an unparalleled standard of care. Our forward thinking approach will be pioneering a new future for people living with Dementia whilst also supporting their families.

Within the Moorlands Lodge community residents will enjoy fi ne dining in a licensed

restaurant whilst a coff ee shop and a cafe will provide tea, coff ee, cakes, pastries,

fresh fruit, etc 24 hours a day. Our Beauty

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A NEW HOME - A NEW LIFESTYLE - A NEW STANDARD OF CAREEmporium off ers residents hairdressing and a range of beauty therapist treatments without needing to leave the building. An extensive and vibrant activities programme off ers something for everyone to enjoy from musical events, clubs / societies and outings to places and events of interest.

Th e Moorlands Lodge show suites are open 7 days a week and no appointment is necessary.

Moorlands Lodge also cordially invites Surrey Life readers toa series of pre and post Christmas events we are hosting including a wine tasting evening on 14th December. Please check our website for details or call our marketing team on 01428 605396.

A NEW HOME - A NEW LIFESTYLE - A NEW STANDARD OF CAREExcellent New Year Pospects for Surrey Senior Living

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Moorlands Lodge is a new

concept in care homes. We provide

person centred care to suit your lifestyle in a

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wellbeing, independence and enjoyment.

Please call Gerry Barker for more information about the

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Here at Enchantment, we invite you to relax and browse our beautifully displayed, hand chosen pieces, from Italian designer leather handbags, Tahitian pearls,

diamonds, amber and opals to rare Welsh gold jewellery and a wealth of treasures in between. Our “Exclusive Events Evenings” are a perfect opportunity to get together with your friends and enjoy Bubbly and nibbles as you try on our jewellery and accessories for that special occasion. Sheila

Kirby, the proprietor, has a background as a qualifi ed image consultant; she will be

able to give you her expert advice to get the look you desire.

Many years ago Sheila’s

father gave her mother a beautiful Ostrich brooch. He was enchanted by its’ delicacy and grace, hence the birth

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consultation and fitness evaluation. Short and long term goals are set and progress is closely monitored to insure goals are met.

The signature 2 and 5 week Body Plans are designed to reshape your body in record time. Colenso says “These programmes are perfect if you’re looking to lose weight fast or want to redefine your body shape. It’s also a great way to kick start a new training regime if you want rapid improvements in your pursuit of peak fitness.”

To book a free consultation and fitness evaluation, call 07798684474 or email sion@sioncolenso.com www. sioncolenso.com

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Sion Colenso and his team of elite personal fitness trainers are now available in Surrey and Berkshire.

Colenso is a leading personal trainer and fitness consultant, based in Kensington, Chelsea and Mayfair where he specialises in training clients at their homes. He also travels to train clients in New York, Monaco and Paris, with a client list that includes royalty, lords and ladies, professional sportsmen and women, actors and high profile business leaders.

His training philosophy is based on the principle that core conditioning and high performance functional training are key to achieving peak fitness

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levels. “This form of exercise ensures you will increase cardiovascular fitness, improve muscle tone and define your body shape in the fastest time

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Puddleduck Nannies is a unique recruitment consultancy providing a discreet and professional

childcare service to families and organisations throughout South West London and Surrey.

Founders Amanda Cooper and Alison started the agency when they realised it was impossible for them to meet the demands of their careers when continually faced with the all-too-familiar shortcomings of third party recommended nannies. Having formed the business, they committed themselves to a strict manifesto ensuring that the working practices of the company meet the demands of a working parent.

Puddleduck Nannies specializes in matching families with highly experienced qualified nannies and maternity nurses. Their successful strategy of home visits enables Amanda and Alison to build a strong relationship with the family that will continue long after the nanny has been placed. It is vital that an exact character match is reached to ensure a trusted professional relationship.

Following rigorous reference and security checks, interviews and assessments, the agency initially recommends no more than two or three nannies: it is an obvious working practice that sets Puddleduck

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Nannies apart from other leading childcare agencies.

A nanny shapes our children in so many

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care for their needs.

Families often query the advantages of hiring a nanny

over other forms of childcare. It is an ongoing talking point that has no right or wrong answers. Puddleduck Nannies however, believes that the benefits are enormous: hiring a nanny not only offers a very flexible arrangement, but gives you the peace of mind knowing that your

child is being cared for in the safe environment of your own

home. Additionally, a nanny will provide your children with more personal care and attention than they would receive in an out-of-home childcare environment.

Good nannies really are, the perfect addition to

your family.

Based in central Esher, Puddleduck Nannies serves the whole of Surrey and Southwest London, whilst attracting excellent nannies from all over the UK.

Their philosophy is very simple, if they wouldn’t hire the nanny for their own children, they wouldn’t expect anyone else to.

Puddleduck Nannies aim is to deliver an outstanding service to families who are seeking the very best childcare available (as well as the least amount of stress) as when you invite a nanny into your home, you are extending your family by one.

For an in depth, confidential chat about your childcare needs call Amanda or Alison

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Sion Colenso, who runs an exclusive personal training and fitness consultancy in Kensington, is now available in Surrey.

• 2 and 5 week body plans designed to reshape your body in record time.• High performance functional training which maximizes your

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Bio Sculpture Gel is the latest must have nail care product. Unlike varnish that chips and peels, this

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When times are tough, money is short and life is not

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Women will always find the extra pennies for that little treat, and nails are top of the list, because they are visible and we feel great when people notice and comment on our lovely nails.

Nails are one of the few parts of a person where it is not required to look in a mirror to see what they look like, nails allow women to see beauty at their fingertips.

How do you cHoose a nail product witH so many now on offer?Choose a product that you are 100% sure will be good for the nail plate. Don’t just select the cheapest product or the most convenient, make sure the product you choose is well investigated and that the company is well established and has a good reputation.

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hen hairgrows onaverage only1cm per monthwaiting for

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There are many myths surrounding hair extensions,particularly that they will damage your own hair – this isuntrue as long as the extensions are applied correctly by askilled technician. Thousands of women have used hairextensions to grow their own hair to a desired length withno adverse effects whatsoever.

Rapunzel Ltd in Marloware very proud of theirreputation, unparalleled levelof service and quality humanhair extensions they havestrived to provide theirclients for many years now.Using uncompromisingtechniques to attach hairextensions & hairlosssolutions to your own hair,only using the highest quality100% natural human hair.

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MYTH: Hair extensions Damage your HairFACT: When hair extensions are applied correctly there isvirtually no reason why they would damage your hair,thousands of women have used hair extensions to grow theirown hair to a desired length with no adverse effectswhatsoever.However, that is not to say everybody's hair is suitable for hairextensions. At Rapunzel the safety of your hair is taken veryseriously hence a free consultation is offered along with acomplimentary check up appointment.

MYTH: You can't have hair extensions if your hair is fineFACT: In fact, many women with fine hair choose to use hairextensions to add extra volume. Extensions can be done invery tiny size to be virtually undetectable .

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MYTH: People can tell when you are wearing hair extensionsFACT: When they are done properly by a skilled Technician,placed in the right places with the correct amount ofextensions used & expertly cut in, hair extensions lookcompletely like your own hair and undetectable.

MYTH: You can't keep up your highlights & root colour whenthe hair extensions are inFACT: Actually you can still do highlights, you just work aroundthe extensions. When dying roots the colour can be applied asit normally would. At Rapunzel once you have our extensionsin we can look after all your hairdressing needs if you wouldlike us to.

MYTH: You can't brush & style easily with hair extensionsFACT: As long as the right brush is used (supplied by RapunzelLtd), then you can brush right into and through the roots withno damage to your own hair or the extensions. You can alsouse straightening irons, curling tongs & heated rollers as longas you are careful to avoid the bonds.

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Our family owned independent company has been trading for over

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Reputed to be the oldest inn in England, The Olde Bell offers locally sourced fare and stylish lodgings so that guests and patrons can rediscover the pleasures of the traditional inn. The first in the family of Dhillon

Group’s stylish modern coaching establishments, The Olde Bell functions as a village in itself, combining great service, thoughtful design, robust food, relaxed surroundings and rambling meadow gardens. With parts of the original building dating back to 1135, the inn creeks with heritage and history, palpable today in the black wooden beams, inglenook fireplaces and crooked, sloping oak floorboards. Loved by Hollywood royalty and political icons, Mae West, Cary Grant, Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton and Errol Flynn were among the many guests who stayed at the inn, along with Winston Churchill and former US president, Dwight D Eisenhower. Nowadays Dustin Hoffman, Erdem Moralioglu and Grace Woodward are seen dining in the restaurant or relaxing by the roaring fire.

While many historical features of the inn remain unchanged, Isle Crawford adopted the restrained-chic aesthetic that she used to revitalise Babington House. Much of the furniture, tableware and textiles were specially commissioned pieces by local suppliers such as Ercol in nearby High Wycombe. The inn bar, ideal for fireside banter, serves local ales, ploughman’s lunches and hearty, nostalgic dishes. The bar comprises chunky tables, low beams and a local, homely feel prevails.

Heart and HeartHThe dining room continues the love affair with the traditional inn concept as ‘warm, affordable and connected to good food’ (Ilse Crawford). The design elements take their inspiration from local history and suppliers. An antler chandelier provides the centrepiece to a dining space furnished with locally produced birch Windsor chairs, accessorised with sheepskin throws. Tactility and historical touches are key elements, the settles are detailed with geometric. Welsh woollen blankets while the walls whisper with references to local legends and folklore; plates printed with vintage images and woodcuts line the walls while literal historical touches such as ceramic pie birds remain.

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The main restaurant opens out towards a vast, meadow-style garden, making it an ideal spot for alfresco summer dining, complete with an outdoor summer kitchen. Meanwhile, The Olde Bell’s seasonally inspired menu of traditional and modern British classics is the culinary brainchild of The Olde Bell’s distinguished kitchen triumvirate, executive chef and author, Warren Geraghty, head chef, Andrew West-Letford and pastry chef, Jason Farr. The inn has earned itself a reputation as a foodie retreat with menus that are in keeping with the inn’s essential character, inventive and unfussy. Local suppliers are used for fish and meat and all bread is baked fresh on the premises. In line with his passion for wild food and foraging, Warren has implemented plans to maximise The Olde Bell’s commitment to local produce and nature dictated dining. Since summer 2011, guests and diners have been sampling dishes containing the freshest, home grown ingredients, courtesy of the inn’s very own ‘Kitchen Garden’ and head gardener Mandy Hill.

Simplicity witH modern FlouriSHeSWhile the design emphasis is on the communal spaces, rooms are spread between the main inn and a collection of barns and outbuildings. The bedrooms mix the old with the new, retaining the simple, pared back feel to the communal areas. Comfortable modern beds covered with woven wool Welsh blankets sit atop traditional reed rugs. Additional room features include a rustic oak trestle, an Anglepoise lamp and a chair upholstered in Windsor suiting. Bathrooms are fitted with drench showers in the doubles and elegant roll top baths (as well as showers) in the suites.

inn tHe villageConnected by a ramble of traditional and modern buildings, The Olde Bell’s village-like feel has made it a popular venue for weddings and special occasions. The Tithe Barn and Malt House are licensed to hold civil ceremonies. Meanwhile, the Malt House is available for exclusive hire for very special occasions and includes a dining room and bar, music room complete with grand piano, private garden and personal chef.

Among the The Olde Bell’s many unique selling points is its close, 40 minute proximity to London. Meanwhile, Heathrow airport is a mere 15 minute drive making it the ideal resting point for jaded, weary travellers. Located in a genteel, Thames-side village in Berkshire, Hurley itself boasts countless attractions, among them a picturesque, riverside walk and the historic towns of Henley and Marlow. Many rambling trails and nearby outdoor pursuits will satisfy those with a yearning to explore the British countryside at its best. The inn supplies bicycles and picnics upon request that are ideal for guests who wish to take a more strenuous route to exploring the local countryside, stately homes and nearby attractions.

on tHe webThe Olde Bell’s recently launched website is the perfect tool to whet your appetite before visiting The Olde Bell. Using illustrations drawn by legun, the site perfectly depicts the history, myth and intrigue which surrounds this ancient hostelry. Combining present day photos with a collection of half man – half beast portraits, food news and a blog, the website gives an insight into the coaching inn’s past, present and future. www.theoldebell.co.uk

Enjoy three courses off the a la carte menu for £29.50 in The Olde Bell ’s restaurant and stay in a Main Inn, Malt House Smaller Bedroom from £130. The Olde Bell, High Street, Hurley, Berkshire, SL6 5LX w: www.theoldebell.co.uk t: 01628 825 881 e: oldebellreception@coachinginn.co.uk

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TALIAN HOME DESIGN SINCE 1923� e Calligaris group came into being through its passion for wood. Founded by Antonio Calligaris in 1923, this family-run company

designs, produces and distributes chairs, tables, beds, sofas, storage units and furnishing accessories. Every day Calligaris works with care, passion and creativity to bring into being the best of Italian design, making high

quality design products at an accessible price.

For more information about Calligaris North Cheam,450-456 London Road, North Cheam, Surrey SM3 8JB,call 0208 644 3785 or email sales@calligarischeam.com.Or you can visit the website at calligarisshopcheam.com

� e Wentworth Brand has been associated with the kitchen industry for over 25 years. Renowned for o� ering classic styling and inimitable quality all Wentworth furniture is made to order in our factory workshops by skilled craftsmen combining the

very latest technology with traditional furniture making skills. With an extensive range of units available Wentworth allows you to make the most of the space in your kitchen and is designed and built to last using only the very highest quality materials.

We are a family run business with generations of experience we design and supply quality kitchens, bathroom and bedrooms. We o� er a full project management and installation service. With over 30 years of business behind us, you will � nd that

Wentworth Kitchen Interiors can and will cater to all your requirements.

For more information about Wentworth Kitchens of Distinction, 454-456 London Road, North Cheam, Surrey SM3 8JB,call 0208 641 5316 or email info@wentworthkitchens.com. Or you can visit the website at www.wentworthkitchens.com

At Bathroom A� air, we believe every bathroom should be a place of luxury and calm. A haven from the outside world where you can

relax, unwind and dream. From sourcing only � nest quality materials, to providing � tting and installation to the highest standards, we

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call 0208 641 6651.Or you can visit the website www.bathrooma� air.co.uk

Lida Cucina now supplies and fits the highly acclaimed Pedini range of kitchens, alongside its existing ranges. The Company is a specialist provider of fitted Italian furniture including kitchens and wardrobes. Targeted at the luxury house market, Lida Cucina prides itself in offering all its clients a personal service from initial design consultation through to installation. Each project is tailored to the property, lifestyle and budget.

Lida Cucina has a policy of regularly updating and refurbishing the showroom to ensure it always represents the most contemporary design. Although completely refurbished and upgraded in 2009, the partnership with Pedini was just the excuse needed by the design team to start a major enhancement! The new Pedini showroom has horseshoe shaped base units with hobs and sinks by Barazza, designed specifically

to fit the Pedini units, there are also sweeping curves and etched glass units. Wokingham based home entertainment company Future Home has also installed complete state of the art audio visual systems within the showroom, a visit to Lida Cucina is not just a visual experience!

The enhanced showroom was launched on 9 December in true Italian style – with food wine hospitality and friends. Clients both old and new were invited to view the impressive Pedini displays and other new models

throughout the showroom. Chef Duncan Parsonage demonstrated mouth watering dishes, and local Italian delicatessen, Palmieri, provided authentic Italian canapés. All washed down by Bellinis and warming mulled wine, Italian style, of course.

The Lida Cucina showroom is located in converted farm buildings in a delightful rural setting near Maidenhead, Berkshire. The showroom is 3000sq ft with kitchen, wardrobe, media and lounge displays. Other suppliers represented within the showroom

are Arrex, Rossetto, and ACF, with appliances from Siemens, Gaggenau, Kuppersbusch, and ATAG amongst others. The audio visual systems are provided by Future Home.

Sales Director Michael Gianquitto said “The decision to start selling the prestigious Pedini range of kitchens is one of the major milestones in Lida Cucina’s history. We believe that Pedini is recognised as one of THE top brands in the UK and we are proud to be part of it. Our Pedini showroom looks spectacular and the Launch Party has been a great success, we like to promote our Italian Heritage, and food, drink and hospitality are a big part of Italian culture.”

For more information about Lida Cucina visit www.lidacucina.co.uk. Alternatively contact Sandra Hendry on 0118 924 1608 or sandra@lidacucina.co.uk

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Showroom open Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5.30pm(Saturday 10.00am to 4.30pm, Sundays and evenings by appointment)

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Mary and her team of interior designers offer a combined experience of more than 35 years and have worked on

projects ranging from a high tech cinema room to landmark period properties. Here they create a scheme of understated luxury in Richmond, West London. If you would like to discuss a potential project or are interested in any of the items featured you can contact Mary on (0)207 823 3355

As the cost of moving continues to rise and desirable property remains in short supply you may wish to consider how you can adapt the space you already own. Across the Capital people are doing just that and digging down into their basements or transforming their lofts.

A case in point is this 1930’s loft conversion that is in the process of being transformed from a previous unutilised space into a super comfortable bedroom with separate wardrobe and shower areas. The bedroom measures 5m x 5.5 m and the dressing room is 5m x 2.6 m.

In line with our client’s brief we have created a calm contemporary scheme with a masculine feel. Velvet, silk and wool fabrics have been used to deliver a truly luxurious retreat. The cushions on the bed are to be made up in a stripe claret coloured silk which complement the roman blinds in a matching geometric fabric. Giving further accent a black and cream geometric patterned velvet will cover the seat of the chaise. The large padded headboard is to be covered in herringbone tweed. The statement piece within the room is Bill Cleynderts award winning Herbst writing desk in Macassar ebony.

Moving into the dressing room the bespoke wardrobe has been carefully laid out after consultation with our client. The space saving footstools will be covered in circular

patterned velvet. A full height smoked glass panel between the shower and dressing area provides privacy while visually freeing up space. Underfoot in both areas we have specified a luxurious deep cut pile cream bound carpet with a contrast border in claret. Mary Gannon Design, Top floor, Chelsea Reach, 79-89 Lots RoadLondon SW10 ORN, T: +44(0) 20 7823 3355E: info@marygannondesign.co.uk, W: www.marygannondesign.co.uk

✱ A neutral palette will reflect light and make a room feel larger. Add interest with contrasting fabric textures and controlled splashes of colour.

✱ Reflective surfaces including gloss coated wallpapers and wood finishes are on trend in contemporary interiors. Utilise these

and they will add a sense of airiness. A large oversized mirror will reflect and provide light.

✱ Look for furniture with clean simple lines to increase the visual sense of space.

✱ If you have a low ceiling height don’t draw attention to it

by cluttering it up. Stick to simple spot lights and invest in eye-catching wall and table lamps. Floor to ceiling cupboards will also enhance the feeling of height. Keep door furniture simple and streamlined.

✱ To even out proportions choose low level furniture.

With this project we are working with generous proportions. If your space is limited, consider the following;

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In choosing a Joseph McCarthy mirror you’re not just buying a stunning, individual centrepiece for your home, office or boardroom - you’re also investing in British craftsmanship with a truly unique heritage

A PIECE OF HISTORY IN THE MAKING

Every frame is handmade on the Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells using a combination of innovative modern methods and time honoured traditional techniques. The reverse-carved, boxwood moulds we use to create our frames originate from the historical ‘Bloomsbury Collection’, a collection the Tate

describes as “of extraordinary cultural significance”. These are the same moulds that have been used to create frames for some of the world’s leading art galleries, institutions and stately homes.

TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY STYLES AVAILABLE

Our high quality overmantel and feature mirrors make a fantastic focal point for any room. They are available in traditional or contemporary styles to perfectly compliment your interior décor. For inspiration please browse the gallery to see what’s available. There’s a wide selection of mirrors

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available to buy right now. If these aren’t exactly what you want we can create a similar one to your exact specifications.

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For a truly individual experience we can design and build a mirror especially for you - see our bespoke service

For more information about Joseph McCarthy Ltd, visit us at 68 The Pantiles, Tunbridge Wells, Kent TN2 5TN or call on 01892 527528, or email via info@josephmccarthy.co.uk.

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is a key point to start with when wanting to enhance the beauty of your home. Where modern design meets innovative technology, a stove is no longer just a practical piece of equipment but a beautiful ultra-efficient piece of furniture to complement your style.

Whether your home is cosy rustic, elegantly formal or contemporary chic, there are so many design-conscious options available to make sure your fireplace exactly suits your taste. In addition, with the ever increasing prices of gas and oil, woodburning and multi-fuel stoves have become the new essential for any home as a source of efficient eco-friendly heating. Why not then visit a place dedicated to providing you with the ultimate combination of flair and performance?

Many of you will already know us as The Dorking Stove and Fireplace Centre or “Dorking Stoves”. Our long-standing reputation of heating the homes of Surrey, West Sussex, SW London and parts of Kent, Berkshire and Hampshire places us at the forefront of local companies called upon to supply and fit fireplaces and stoves. Our business has been established for over forty years now with thirty of those under the Simpson family ownership. Our family values are strongly retained throughout the company and we endeavour to offer our customers quality products with excellent technical expertise and customer service. We always strive to maintain our keywords: Quality, Variety, Integrity.

Last year, we could not resist an exciting new venture! We branched out into the Guildford area after finding some superb premises

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of almost 7500 square feet just outside of the town centre, and the reaction to our arrival has been fantastic! With the two branches now open, we can stock an even more comprehensive and diverse range of products within two of the largest showrooms in the South of England. We now boast over a hundred stoves on display at each showroom, as well as a multitude of stunning fireplaces, old and new, some dating as far as back as the 17th Century! Accessories, range cookers, gas and electric fires and stoves, garden fires and flues also feature proudly in both of our premises. You may even find the odd urn and lion statue in the back. With up to twenty-five live display units at each branch, we are sure you will find a fire to suit!

We work closely alongside HETAS, the Gas Safe Register and the National Fireplace Association. Not only do we supply our products

but we also offer a fully in-house installation service too! With our qualified experienced teams, we are truly the ultimate-one stop shop! So why not pay us a visit soon!

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Jotul, Scan, Stovax, Gazco, Dovre, Yeoman, Rocal, Wessex Stone Fireplaces, Euroheat, HWAM, Rika, Jetmaster, Stuv, Acquisitions, NIBE Contura, ACR Heat Products, Franco Belge, Nordpeis, Wanders, AGA Stoves, ESSE, Redfyre, Invicta, Drugasar, Mantels, Newman Fireplaces, Wamsler, Villager, Creative Fires, Evonic Fires, Focus Fireplaces and The Manor Collection among others.

For more information, please visit our website at www.guildfordstoves.com or call us on 01306 883201 for Dorking and 01483 571026 for Guildford.

IT’S COLD OUTSIDE...come warm yourself by the fire

W hen you take possession of new business premises

or a new home you only really take ownership when you have control of access. To achieve this, you may think it benefi cial to have control of the locks, with keys registered to you and copies not obtainable by anybody else.

Whilst, most of our clients are commercial, the application of a high security master key system is fast becoming popular for the home. It’s very convenient to have one high security key for the house, which gains you entry everywhere, yet the Gardener’s key only lets him through the Side Gate and into the Shed.

Safes are a regular Insurance requirement, but there’s more to a safe than just being a steel box. We have about 60 diff erent models in our showroom and are happy to discuss all the others, as well as the installation.

With matters of security discretion is essential. It

is also at the heart of our relationship with our clients. We are very fortunate to live and work in this part of the country. It provides us with some fantastic customers and we get to see the most marvellous and interesting properties.

Our showroom base in Sunninghill, near Ascot, is

convenient for properties at the heart of Ascot Life Magazine’s area. Doesn’t it make sense to get our free advice straight away? Th e advice won’t cost you anything and will usually lead to a happy and enduring solution.

Everybody is included in the world of locks, and Ascot Locks can guide you through the bewildering choices and give you the best advice available.

Please check us out on our website for more information www.ascotlocks.co.uk

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on the principal that a picture is better than a thousand words.

Be realistic. Have fi rmly in mind what your budget is and relay this to your designer, even if in broad terms. Without some idea of what your budget is the eventual design could end up totally impractical. Th e other option could be that works are staged over a period in which case mention this is a possibility as it might require some adaptation at the design stage to allow for this.

I am not advocating that you or your designer play it safe, brilliant design often comes about by taking risk, but you the customer need to be happy with it. Garden Design should be a good investment!

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Before I start I would like to wish all of our readers the very best for the festive season and of

course the coming New Year! Th at out of the way, I thought I would take this opportunity to be a little controversial in this issue.

You may think it a little strange that someone like me who employs people to carry out garden design, would question whether a garden designer is required in all situations.

Garden designers are like artists there are good ones and there are bad. Whether you think they are good or bad comes down to taste and before I upset anyone I am not implying that some of you have bad taste.

Just as with paintings people like diff erent things, but the most important thing of all is that when you have your garden redesigned you end up with something that

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you are not just comfortable with, but also something that you can enjoy. A good garden design should refl ect something about yourself, be at one with the environment and meet the needs of your lifestyle.

You might ask how you identify a good designer. To this I would suggest that one of the most important qualities they should exhibit is their ability to listen to you the client and to then interpret this into a design. Th is may sound an easy task but from my experience isn’t something that comes naturally to many. Th ey, like any of us, have a number of preconceived ideas about how things should look and what types of plants and features to include. A good designer however needs to be able to put these aside to ensure that you get what you want, not what they want to impose. Once they have understood your requirement that is the time when their ideas and fl air come into play.

Th at fi rst consultation is so important in setting the parameters of the work required and as a customer if you don’t like what’s been proposed you need to make these views clear. Do not wait until the works are under way as changes then become more diffi cult and potentially expensive. If you are still unhappy be prepared to change designer.

Be prepared. Unless you are happy to give the designer total carte blanche you need to make some notes before hand of your likes, dislikes and requirements. Th ings to think about which may not be immediately obvious to an outsider would include: what the main role of the garden is, do you need an area for children or grandchildren to play, do you want a vegetable or fruit patch, do you want a traditional or contemporary fi nish, do you want plants! If you can collect a few photos of gardens or features that you do like or dislike, this works

When I was young and living in the wilds of Lancashire, our garden was dominated by blackcurrant bushes. In spring the garden looked absolutely fantastic, but this was small consolation for while the blackcurrant sandwiches were scrummy, the rest of the year was spent staring out over complete blandness. Perhaps it was a deep seated desire to escape from a garden dominated by soft fruit that led me to a career in gardens! I am in the enviable position of spending much of my week looking at gardens that people want to change. While the reasons for change are varied, the processes we guide them through are similar, so here’s my insider’s guide to stage one of achieving your dream garden.

Now that winter is really beginning to set in it is the ideal time to sit back and do some real planning ready for the spring. The initial meeting with your landscape gardener is so important. Clients vary from knowing exactly their own requirements to not having a clue, which is fine, but it is always good to have a ‘wish list’ in mind. Structure plays a big part in a garden, so don’t be fooled by abundance of colour in late spring. I try to imagine the view once the leaves are off the trees and the frost has had a go. Would I need Prozac to get

me through January or would I be out there enjoying the maze and winter walk? The element of surprise is paramount in a garden and being unable to see all the boundaries from the outset is often an advantage, making the site seem bigger.

A good designer needs a brief and by asking many questions on lifestyle, plans, ages of family members and the amount of time available for maintenance an outline begins to appear.

Next it’s time for a survey. Ranging from a back of the envelope, paced out sketch to a full survey complete with satellite positioning, logging the exact position of every gnome, or often a cost effective middle ground is to mark the position of everything using a laser level. Don’t forget planning regulations too! Mood boards are great and just as applicable for the garden designer as for the interior designer. They help give a visual of material and plant

combinations and vary from plain, chic or angular through to pastel coloured soft and rustic. Client input at this stage is very useful and should be a lot of fun, get the whole family involved! Armed with all the information, and in my case a jar of pickles (every designer has their own quirks!), a concept plan or two will be created. With plans, mood boards, 3D models and samples, the designer then paints the perfect picture to the client, together with a budget. This can take 2 - 4 weeks depending upon the size and complexity of your project.

The plan is then mulled over, in conjunction with hand drawn sketches and Photoshop impressions and any changes and modifications highlighted. Back to the darkened room with the pickles to finalise the design and a detailed planting plan. All the hard work at this stage will pay dividends!

For more information contact Tony Richards at Graduate Landscapes, Lake House, Haslemere Road, Liphook, Hampshire, GU30 7LGTel: 01428 724080info@graduatelandscapes.co.uk www.graduatelandscapes.co.uk

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We have over twenty years’ experience creating and nurturing stunning gardens. Whatever your requirements, we create the perfect solution for you and your family to enjoy for years to come. We apply the same exacting standards to every project, and offer a complete design, construction and maintenance service.

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Almost 10 years ago Chris Harrington and James Porter created a new landscape gardening company and since then Harrington Porter has become on e of London’s leading gardening companies.

They offer a wide range of services, including residential and commercial garden

maintenance, plant advice and sales, as well as landscaping and garden design.

The Harrington Porter maintenance team offers both regular and one-off garden and grounds maintenance services throughout the year, and existing contracts include schools, developments, and communal

grounds, for private clients and on behalf of landlords and management companies.

From the outset James and Chris wanted to provide a high quality maintenance service, with a friendly and personal touch. Even though they have continued to grow over the last decade they still have a very

hands on role, regularly visiting site to ensure the work is carried out to their exacting standards.

Their maintenance team employs qualified and experienced horticulturalists, and they take pride in being able to offer a knowledgeable service as well as an efficient one. “At Harrington Porter we

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harrington porter will look after your garden so you don’t have to...acknowledge the need for real gardeners who know exactly how to correctly care for garden.”

As well as garden maintenance for private clients, Harrington Porter specialise in grounds maintenance for commercial properties. “We realise how important people’s fi rst impressions are, and our clients

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want their offi ces, car parks, driveways and grounds to give off the right image to their customers.” Skilled and effi cient use of strimmers, blowers and lawn mowers ensure that they provide a cost-eff ective service. “We also make sure our staff are well presented, polite and tidy, as we are often on site during work hours.

Harrington Porter also specialise in the supply and planting of a wide range of trees, shrubs and herbaceous plants.

A comprehensive plant design service is also available, providing solutions for a range of sites from small residential raised beds, to large commercial landscaping projects.

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Creative Blinds and Shutters have a total of 15 years’ experience in the Blind and Shutter industry, enabling them to provide you with the best knowledge for your shading solution. Creative Blinds and Shutters are an established Company with an enviable reputation.

Th ey are a Company that prides itself on a high level of personal customer service and provide a fast local service in the Surrey and Hampshire area. Th ey believe in the high quality of all the products they sell assuring you that their blinds and shutters will be the best on the market. Th ey have spent a great deal of time and eff ort building up a good solid foundation, with most of their business being recommendations and repeat business. Th ey have always taken a challenge head on, and in all instances it has paid off .

In 2010 they were commissioned by International interior designer, Yvette Taylor, www. taylordesignstudio.es,to dress the complex windows of a HUF HAUS with motorised bass wood shutters.

Th eir Company ethos is to provide the best possible service in hand with the best quality product for a reasonable price, and in a reasonable time. Th ey aim to build a strong and friendly relationship with every customer, assuring

them at every turn, that they have made the right choice in choosing Creative Blinds and Shutters.

Creative Blinds and Shutters are constantly trying to fi nd new products that are going to be both practical and attractive. Th ey are currently using the best Shutter Company in England, S:Craft. Th eir blinds are supplied by a select few of the leading blind manufacturers in the

U.K, giving them a wide range of diff erent products and styles to choose from. S:Craft are the Nation’s leading shutter provider. S:Craft shutters add that sleek, clean, crisp look to any living area and can immediately transform any room, adding intrigue, function and style. With a choice of louvred or solid panels, natural stains and a carefully selected palette of painted fi nishes they ensure the shutters blend into even the most

traditional of surroundings. Creative Blinds and Shutters Licensed Master Partners with S-Craft and to reach this status they have needed to achieve a number of audited criteria to ensure that their levels of expertise and service are outstanding with the S:CRAFT stockist network. As part of this audit, S:Craft send all consumers who enquire with them a two minute survey 8 weeks after the initial enquiry so that they can receive feedback on the levels of service provided and the quality of the installation.

In 2010 Creative Blinds and Shutters became one of only 22 Blind companies and only 15 Shutter companies to be featured on Checkatrade. Th ey were fl attered when they received a call from Checkatrade head offi ce and were told that three of their customers had previously tried to leave feedback about them but were unable to do so. Th ey very quickly made the decision to support Checkatrade who in turn, supports good honest trades people like themselves. Th ey have just reached their 90th feedback which they are extremely proud of.

Why not check out what their customers have to say about them and visit www.checkatrade.com/creativeblindsandshutters.co.uk Phone 01252 727490 www.creativeblindsandshutters.co.uk

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magnifi cent oak existing wood window frames, but had held the project up because they didn’t know who to go to. Th ey wanted to replicate the appearance of their original metal window frames but at the same time get all the benefi ts of modern double glazing.

Th e Burleighs’ preference was also to deal with an established family business who employ craftsmen as fi tters, with the carpentry skills necessary to carefully replace the individual windows set within timber surrounds.

Th e Heritage Window Company were chosen for the project, because their “Benenden” TM is the slimmest aluminium window available in the market, designed to replicate original metal window frame designs. Finished in a tough polyester paint fi nish with black antique leaded sealed units and key locking handles ‘Th e Benenden’ range successfully preserved a fi ne property (see

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year, coupled with increasing rents; a recent survey even found that many are taking this opportunity to expand their portfolios as mortgage lenders are now considering the private rented sector a safe bet. More stock would certainly be a welcome boost to the industry to get 2012 off to a flying start.

We would like to thank all our clients for their continued business during 2011 and wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy and successful New Year for 2012.

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Mallory is situated within the exclusive private Crown Estate, close

to the village of Oxshott and mainline station with regular trains to London Waterloo and Victoria. Th e A3 and M25 are within easy driving distance, as are Gatwick and Heathrow airports. Esher and Cobham are nearby with a superb collection of shops, boutiques, restaurants and recreational facilities.

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Reception hall Cloakroom Sitting room Drawing room Study Dining room

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Five further bedroom suites one with access to balcony Games room Gym Safe room Wine room Double Garage

Built in 2006 to a high specifi cation this family home off ers spacious and modern living accommodation, set over three fl oors in excess of 8000 sq ft.

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doors to the beautiful south facing garden. Th ere are four further reception rooms. Th e property features underfl oor heating throughout, a wine room, surround sound system, mood lighting, built in vacuum system, a safe room and security cameras.

Leading from the expansive fi rst fl oor landing is the master bedroom suite with dressing room, master bathroom and access to the balcony. Th ere are four further bedroom suites one of which has access to the balcony with views over the garden and a guest suite with it’s own entrance.

On the second fl oor is a 50’ games room leading to the gym, and two large storage cupboards.

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Mallory is approached via wrought iron electric gates leading to an attractive paved driveway and double garage. To the rear of the property there is a beautifully maintained and landscaped south facing garden with a range of mature shrubs, herbaceous borders and trees and a raised terrace area.

Guide Price £3.65m

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Th e marquee will sit in the shadow of the Georgian Mansion that forms the clubhouse at Burhill, and will have a capacity of around 300 making Burhill one of the largest events venues in the area. Tailored packages are available for all, starting from as little as £115 inc vat per person, including a three-course meal, pre-dinner drink and wine packages with full event management.

As well as this addition the main Mansion House can accommodate private events for a maximum of 150 guests in its 3 private dining areas or stunning Iveagh Lounge which overlooks the Terrace and the 18th green of the New Course. Whether it is a private party, wedding reception, golf day or conference, Burhill can accommodate by providing fi rst class cuisine with its award winning chefs accompanied by professional, courteous service.

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If you have still to book a Christmas event, Burhill has some availability and off er a superb Christmas package which includes a festive three course meal, half a bottle of wine and a fi rst class disco @ £48 inc vat per person or a Christmas Carvery lunch @ £36 inc vat pp.

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Th e New Years Eve celebration off ers a reception drink, four course meal and entertainment provided by an ABBA Tribute Band and disco @ £90 inc vat pp. With exclusive use of the Mansion House, dinner will be in Th e Barnes Wallis Suite and dancing in Th e Iveagh Lounge. Why not treat yourself to a truly wonderful evening at this lovely venue by booking one of the few remaining places on 01932 227345 option 1.

With two full 18 hole courses Burhill is the perfect place for a Corporate or Society Golf Day. Both courses off er a challenging experience of very diff ering styles. Th e Old Course celebrating 103 years old is Surrey Heathland and the New Course, re-built in 2001 off ers wide open American USGA fairways with water hazards and a feature 18th hole which crosses the River Mole. Winter package rates are available from £55 inc vat pp or £145 inc vat for a fourball.

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