belgravia residents' journal december 2013

Above / The Russian Ball (P. 12)

Venski Ball, MocкBa [Moscow]. Image courtesy of The Russian Ball

Managing Editor Katie Randall

Assistant Editor Lauren Romano

Main Editorial ContributorHenry Hopwood-Phillips

Editorial Assistant Jennifer Mason

Editorial Intern Maisy Molloy

Editor-in-Chief Lesley Ellwood

Managing Director Eren Ellwood

Senior Designer Sophie Blain

General Manager Fiona Fenwick

Production Hugo Wheatley, Alex Powell,

Oscar Viney

Publishing Director Giles Ellwood

Associate Publisher Sophie Roberts

Client Relationship Director Felicity Morgan-Harvey

Communications Director Loren Penney

Head of Finance Elton Hopkins

Dear Resident ,

On behalf of the Belgravia Residents Association and the team at the Belgravia Residents’ Journal we would like to wish readers a very merry Christmas. However you choose to spend your time over the festive period, may family and friends bring you abundant joy. We’ve headed to the streets this month to ask a few familiar faces which gifts they would most like to discover wrapped under the tree, as well as the presents that they might be purchasing for lucky recipients. Our

Belgravians are a most discerning lot, with impeccable taste; flick to page 5 for gift inspiration.

As the party invitations start to flood through letterboxes, we have rounded up some of our favourite events happening right on your doorstep on our calendar (p. 12), as well as speaking to Sue Liberman, one of the busiest women in Belgravia, who has organised the Motcomb Street Christmas Party – an event we look forward to every

year (p. 16). The Journal has also investigated what we can expect from the Belgravia Sunday Christmas (p. 21) and eagerly anticipates both events.

Please do not hesitate to get in contact with your news and updates, email [email protected]. We

look forward to bringing you all of the latest local news and interesting features in 2014. Until next year…

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BELGRAVIAResident’s Journal

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Above / The Russian Ball (P. 12)

Venski Ball, MocкBa [Moscow]. Image courtesy of The Russian Ball

Managing Editor Katie Randall

Assistant Editor Lauren Romano

Main Editorial ContributorHenry Hopwood-Phillips

Editorial Assistant Jennifer Mason

Editorial Intern Maisy Molloy

Editor-in-Chief Lesley Ellwood

Managing Director Eren Ellwood

Senior Designer Sophie Blain

General Manager Fiona Fenwick

Production Hugo Wheatley, Alex Powell,

Oscar Viney

Publishing Director Giles Ellwood

Associate Publisher Sophie Roberts

Client Relationship Director Felicity Morgan-Harvey

Communications Director Loren Penney

Head of Finance Elton Hopkins

Dear Resident ,

On behalf of the Belgravia Residents Association and the team at the Belgravia Residents’ Journal we would like to wish readers a very merry Christmas. However you choose to spend your time over the festive period, may family and friends bring you abundant joy. We’ve headed to the streets this month to ask a few familiar faces which gifts they would most like to discover wrapped under the tree, as well as the presents that they might be purchasing for lucky recipients. Our

Belgravians are a most discerning lot, with impeccable taste; flick to page 5 for gift inspiration.

As the party invitations start to flood through letterboxes, we have rounded up some of our favourite events happening right on your doorstep on our calendar (p. 12), as well as speaking to Sue Liberman, one of the busiest women in Belgravia, who has organised the Motcomb Street Christmas Party – an event we look forward to every

year (p. 16). The Journal has also investigated what we can expect from the Belgravia Sunday Christmas (p. 21) and eagerly anticipates both events.

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

Proudly published & printed in the UK by

Member of the Professional Publishers Association / ppa.co.uk

Who and what have been moving and shaking in Belgravia recently? We bring you up to date

The Notebook

Words / Tom Hardman

In November’s issue of the Journal, in the article Magpie Heaven (p. 12-13), a credit was missed off for the photographer Saskia

Beresford. Saskia kindly shot all of the photographs at the Bulgari party launching

its new Diva collection.

Not just pub grubLocal watering-holes The Thomas Cubitt and The Orange have been voted in the ‘Top 10 Best pub & bar food’ in London by its customers through the renowned Harden’s Restaurant Guide.

The guide, compiled using reviews and nominations from customers of all 6,000 London restaurants, is run in partnership with The Sustainable Restaurant Association (SRA). The association has awarded both venues, and The Pantechnicon, a three star champion status rating, the highest ranking in its Sustainability Rating Survey.

Thomas Cubitt, 44 Elizabeth Street SW1W 9PA, 020 7730 6060 (thethomascubitt.co.uk)The Orange, 37-39 Pimlico Road SW1W 8NE, 020 7881 9844 (theorange.co.uk)

Making a markFBC London, a brand new British furniture company by Fiona Barratt-Campbell, has opened its first retail space on Pimlico Road. The new store, occupying 1,200 sq. ft. on two floors, houses her first collection of 32 pieces.

Born and raised in Northumberland, Fiona has been inspired by the history of the rugged Northumberland landscape and Roman influence of the area in which she grew up.

Each uniquely designed piece for this first FBC London collection has been crafted from scratch and manufactured in the North East of England.

FBC London, 66 Pimlico Road, SW1W 8LS020 7730 9555 (fbc-london.com)

Old masters, new ideasBen Street delivers an entertaining lecture on New Art from Old: Contemporary

Art and the Old Masters. Blending erudition and charm, he sends us hurtling down the broad corridors of history, exploring the relationships between old and new art. I am a little surprised that such a project does not start with the confrontation between John Ruskin and James Whistler, with the former accusing the latter of ‘flinging a pot of paint in the public’s face,’ when it came to the fundamental divide between the old and the contemporary: abstraction. Ben’s main thrust is strong, however. The best of the new elides, distils, contains the imprint and displays a kinship with the tradition in which it sits. The old is lived in the present tense; bad art tends to be insular, stranded, immobile.

What’s more, the lectures seem to attract a delightful bunch of regulars and newbies, and it’s the people who are half the pleasure.

London Art Studies, £175 per lecture, Koffmann’s, The Berkeley SW1X 7RL, 020 7235 1010 (londonartstudies.com)

Fiona Barratt-Campbell

and guest. Image by: Richard Young

Images courtesy of: London Art Studies

The Thomas Cubitt

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The great and good of Belgravia reveal what they will be giving and

(hopefully) receiving this Christmas

GivingA Time for

Illustrations: Mai Osawa

‘To pay tribute tofive Herve Leger fashionistas, I will

be gathering them all around the table at the Rachel Vosper store on Kinnerton Street for a Bespoke candle making course, where some of the seasonal creations include trinkets which you can hang on your Christmas tree. In contrast, my best friend will be receiving the Macassar Ebony Cufflink Box from LINLEY; I am just in time to engrave the

sterling silver plate on the lid with his initials. He is a dedicated fan of the brand’s store in Pimlico. As to my wish list, one present right at the top is a pair of Vendome half brogue lace-up shoes from Pierre Corthay, Motcomb Street. I have umm’ed and ar’ed between the olive green and the Vieux bois colourways for quite some time so will have to persuade the giver to acquire them both. Each pair is made with the same passion for Corthay’s artisan values and, even with their ready-to-wear range, the wearer achieves a very personal choice in the selection, the exact nuances of the patina on the body of shoe, so skillfully applied in the

store. Quel luxe!’

Patrick Couderc, managing director of Herve Leger

Lowndes Street

‘I am going to give one of my most cherished and hardworking

goddaughters a junior membership to Grace Belgravia, which will entitle her to have full use of the spa, Matt Roberts gym, medical clinic, healthy-eating restaurant and events programme. Of all the people in my life she is the one who is most in need of a

little ‘me’ time. What would I like? Well I often end up buying Louise Kennedy’s clothes and accessories – they’re so elegant! The Gloria shirt [right] would be the perfect addition to my wardrobe and it would liven up an outfit consisting of a black skirt or trousers.’

Kate Percival, founder & CEO of Grace Belgravia


‘I want to get some jeans from Donna Ida for my sister.

They always have the latest trends and the service and advice they give is amazing. As far as myself is concerned, I have my eye on a beautiful Eres swimsuit that would look great for the winter holiday I’m planning. The

quality is amazing; I have been buying them since I was a teenager in Paris. The colours are vibrant and fun and they are long lasting and timeless.’

Leonora Beaubois, founder of L&B

‘I would like to give a Jo Loves perfume to all of my girlfriends.

Jo has created many beautiful fragrances to suit different tastes. Perfume is the perfect Christmas gift. If anybody is in the giving mood, I’d like to receive delicious macarons from Pierre Hermé. They are scrumptious! Perfect with an espresso after supper or just on their own as a treat.’

Saskia van de Wetering de Rooy, marketing manager for Cubitt House

‘I really enjoy the craftsmanship and artistry of Patricia

Roberts’ knitwear. She now sells knitting kits too and I have a friend in mind for whom this will make the perfect gift. If somebody was thinking about me, zebra print ankle boots from Walter Steiger would brighten up any winter outfit: comfort and style in one.’

Elizabeth Gage, founder of Elizabeth

Gage Gage Jewellery

‘I cannot wait to give my father one of Gio Genco’s pocket-squares

which double as reading-glasses cases. Mr Linder loves his pocket squares and Gio Genco on Motcomb Street has so many gorgeous styles and fabrics to choose from. The only challenge? Keeping Dad out of the store until Christmas. The gift I’d like to receive is trickier. Why not a certificate that permitted me to see Top Hat the musical every Saturday night?! It does, after all, feature a song dedicated to ‘My Hotel in Belgravia’ and when Belgravia meets Fred Astaire, everything becomes sublime.’

Elizabeth Linder, Government and politics advisor for Facebook

‘I ’d love to give a perfume from Floris, the Royal perfumers based

on Ebury Street. As to what I’d want to receive, it’s really hard to decide between a unique precious piece of jewellery from Vickiesarge or Devroomen, perhaps the decision can be made in the moment as they are both opposite one another on Elizabeth Street.’

Sara Oliver, head of communications at the Belgravia Residents Association


‘I’d look to give chocolates, as long as they are from

Rococo. The brand offers the very best quality cocoa so you can’t really go wrong. If anybody had me on their list, I’m a Scotch whisky man, that’s all I’m saying.’

Laurentiu Vasiloiu, doorman of Jumeirah Lowndes Hotel

‘I would buy the aquamarine Elizabeth Gage earrings my mother

has been coveting. I suspect I would also end up buying the new Lady Diana Cooper letters from Henry Stokes too though. As for me, I’ve obviously been watching too much Downton Abbey as my inner Lady Mary would very much appreciate a fabulous Philip Treacy hat. I wouldn’t say no to tickets to see Jude Law in Henry V either.’

Kate Gordon, founder London Art Studies

‘I ’ve got a remarkable store manageress in Zarah Cunningham.

So for her continued support and enthusiasm I’d like to say thank you and Happy Christmas with membership to the Grace Supper Club. Grace is on my wish list too, I’d love time to enjoy an integrative body and therapy treatment by Mikiko, the amazing therapist there.’

Louise Kennedy, founder and designer, Louise Kennedy

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‘I ’m going to be cheeky and give Rococo’s Mastering the Art of

Chocolate by Chantal Coady, the perfect holiday treat, full of chocolate recipes and delicious looking pictures. Jo Malone London is on the top of my receive list. It’s the Blue Spruce Deluxe candle that’s caught my eye. It blends green galbanum with woody notes of Atlas cedar and vetiver, spiced with cinnamon on a warm, velvety

base of patchouli and amber: it’s got everything going on.’

Julie Rosenberg, event manager, Rococo

‘I would like to give my cousin the new aftershave from Annick

Goutal Eau de Monsieur, as he introduced me to this wonderful company a few years ago and I have worn its scent ever since. I’d love to receive the most beautiful Orylag fur throw from L&B to keep me warm throughout the winter!’

Philippa Thorp, founder and director of Thorp Design


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‘I would buy a friend one of Kate’s London Art Studies courses, too

often an appreciation of art is seen as snobby or silly. Viva la counterrevolution! If people want to buy my honeyed words in 2014, firstly they’ve gotten the wrong end of the stick as far as Christmas is concerned, secondly, a Krug Grande Cuvee would suffice.’

Henry Hopwood-Phillips, main editorial contributor

‘I ’ve got to second Saksia’s macarons I’m

afraid. I would use my imagination and think of something else but it’d be disingenuous: I want to give the macarons. If anybody is thinking about me out there, a haircut would be nice. Not just any old haircut though, an Errol Douglas haircut. He’d sort this fringe out.’

Lauren Romano, assistant editor

‘I’ve had my eye on some of The Grosvenor Stationery Company’s personalised

offerings ever since Henry Hopwood-Phillips received his invitation to British Polo Day in a beautifully crisp enevelope from the boutique. I’ve thought about sending out some of my own to friends. If I’m on the receiving end of a person’s generosity, what better place to learn backgammon than on one of Alice Temperley’s boards?’

Katie Randall, managing editor

Bringing you the lowdown on local events in December

The Calendar

Stars and spiresThe stars are heading to St Peter’s Church in Eaton Square this December to drum up support for Place2Be, the UK’s leading provider of school-based mental health support. Joanna Lumley, Sophie Dahl and Abi Griffiths are lining up to read at the church and Jamie Cullum tinkled the ivories last year. Not to be outshone are the children’s choir of St John’s Primary School Ealing and St Peter’s Church choir.

£25, 7pm, 9 December, St Peter’s Church SW1W 9AL, 020 923 5553

A night to rememberThe Russian Ball is returning to the Royal Albert Hall after a hiatus of more than 90 years. Performances by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and the acclaimed Bolshoi Theatre; Russia’s top tenors, Daniil Shtoda, Dmitry Korchak and Vladimir Galouzine and five-time world ballroom dance champions Ekaterina Demidova and Arunas Bizokas look set to look set to dazzle those lucky enough to attend. For those whose interest is not piqued by the 60 graceful debutants, there’s always the gala dinner.

Tickets cost between £500-£10,000, 6.45pm arrival, midnight carriages, 2 December (russianball.co.uk)

Venski Ball, MocкBa [Moscow]. Images courtesy of The Russian Ball

Joanna Lumley


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Illustration / Mai Osawa

Pop your shoes onFor the second consecutive year, Kinnerton Street is proud to be hosting an Italian pop-up shop. The offspring of an established store and a street vendor, the concept is attracting attention by showcasing four of Italy’s greatest creative talents. Prepare yourselves for Yali Murano’s glass creations using traditional Venetian techniques; Chiarastella Cattana’s inspiring and original textiles; paintings and illustrations from the natural world by the award-winning Paola Piglia; and, finally, striking ceramic shapes from Tommaso Corvi-Mora.

Opening drinks reception, 5-7pm, 5 DecemberThe shop is open 11am-6pm 5-8 December83 Kinnerton Street, SW1X 8ED

Jeeves on Sloane StreetIt takes a certain sort of character to think that the only thing Sloane Street lacks is a flock of traditionally-dressed butlers tending their every whimsical need. But for those of that bent, your peculiar caprice will be answered this Christmas with a smattering of these wonderful chaps. Polyglots, the lot of them, with Russian, Arabic, Mandarin and Portuguese under their belts, the butlers will prove invaluable when festive shopping.

12-7pm, 11-14 December, Sloane StreetSW1X

The scent of yuletideLes Senteurs’ annual Late Night shopping event falls on Wednesday 11 December this year from 6-9pm. The shop will be serving refreshments and all local residents with proof of address will receive a 10 per cent discount. The shop’s perfume archivist James Craven, a man with many fans in the area, will be in attendance until 8pm.

Les Senteurs, 71 Elizabeth Street (lessenteurs.com)

Wine timeLulu’s Estate Jewellery and Beulah are opening their doors to local residents and friends of the brand this Christmas to enjoy a wine tasting session that includes a talk about fine wine investment. A renowned sommelier from The Perfect Cellar will be offering a range of acclaimed wines to sample and will advise on building the perfect wine cellar. In the spirit of Christmas, Lulu’s Estate Jewellery promises to donate 10 per cent of its sales to the children’s charity Place2Be.

3 December, 5-8pm57 Elizabeth Street, SW1W 9PP

Come all ye faithfulSir Terry Wogan and other celebrity faces are headed to the rostrum at St Paul’s Church, Wilton Place to ensure this year’s Foundation Carol Service on 3 December is an event not to be missed. The Foundation has teamed up with The Berkeley Hotel and Laurent-Perrier Champagne to fill the church for a good cause this yuletide.

£50 for adults and £25 for children in advance£60 for adults and £30 for children on the door, 6.30pm, St Paul’s Church, Wilton Place SW1X 8SH

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5 Red lace dress, £1,790, Dolce & Gabbana (store.dolcegabbana.com) 6 Valorie glitter-finished clutch, £395, Anya Hindmarch (anyahindmarch.com) 7 Embelished ayers-trimmed embroidered pumps, £1,305, Dolce & Gabbana (net-a-porter.com) 8 Eugene draped wool-crepe top

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Father Christmas has decided on Motcomb Street instead of New York this year at the behest of his favourite elf, known amongst mortals as Sue Liberman, who has organised this year’s Motcomb Street Christmas Party.

The large jolly chap will to kick the whole event off by reading a story, before handing out cards full of clues and suggestions that should lead the best and the brightest to all the treasure a Belgravia boutique can handle.

Meanwhile, Holland Park Opera singers will clear their throats to remind people what the vaults of heaven sound like.

The Motcomb Street Christmas Treasure Hunt will take place along Motcomb Street6-8.30pm onWednesday 4 December

If you follow the lodestar to the northern reaches of Belgravia on 4 December you might stumble across Father Christmas on his last jaunt before the big night

Santa gets around: meeting and greeting local residents. Images from last year’s Christmas party on Motcomb Street

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WHAT TomAsz LIKEs

Georges-Louis Leclerc, Comte de Buffon, claimed le style, c’est l’homme. The Belgravia Residents’ Journal sends Henry Hopwood-Phillips down to meet Tomasz Starzewski to see if the dead naturalist was vain, correct or both

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Words / Henry Hopwood-Phillips Illustration / Russ Tudor

I f you see a man dashing about the hinterland of SW1W in a burnt orange coat, a chestnut Cossack sash, full moon glasses, a lavender cameo ring and a tableau of colour that

even a peacock might blush at, you have more than likely spotted Tomasz Starzewski – the sashaying bonhomme of Belgravia.

Like a blushing peacock, however, you have also in all likelihood not seen him. His media footprint, in spite of being interviewed by Sacha Baron Cohen’s gangster alter ego Ali G for TV, compares poorly to his colossal private reputation. That is half his appeal: ‘I attract the confident, discerning woman who cannot just cherry-pick from a rack. She is not satisfied with brands; she does not want to be branded,’ he explains.

This being so, the designer’s most efficient form of advertisement to date has been the commendation of an impressive set of clients – patrons who have ranged all the way from royalty downwards.

‘You know Taki?’ he ventures, noting I’m thumbing a volume of the rogue’s Spectator columns as I rise to greet him. I wish, I respond – he is the sort of l’enfant terrible I know I ought not to like butthe reverse psychology of the moral imperative appeals. ‘How funny, I’m off to dinner this evening with his daughter, Mandolyna,’ Tomasz says. I smile as my thoughts turn green. ‘How do you know her father?’ I ask. ‘Oh, we have the same friends. Well, he’s mostly slept with mine,’ he chuckles.

I shouldn’t be surprised. Tomasz is part of the furniture in these parts. He was practically born in Daquise (the Polish restaurant in which the 1963 Profumo affair played itself out) and his name has become a watchword for elegance further afield.

He didn’t always look destined for the showroom, however. ‘Up to the age of 21, I was doing summer jobs for my father, an architect. It was while sketching elevations that an American lady asked me to do up her country place in 16 weeks – just in time for the shooting season.’

Many think Tomasz’s forays into interior design over the past few years have constituted little more than polite deviations from his quiet domination of the couture world. The reality is quite the opposite. ‘Not long after finishing the country pad, a friend, Sabina McTaggart, asked if he could help do up her place at 1 Eaton Square, so she could move down to Cheyne Walk. It was a great success,’ he explains. Money was made, fun was had and a career beckoned.

Setting up shops on Ebury Street and Sloane Street (and a few other places along the way), Tomasz divided his time between providing an eclectic platform for artistic locals and running a couture store. What held it all together? What was the theme, I

wonder? He doesn’t pause: ‘What Tom likes!’‘It was only when Grosvenor Estate, selling the mews behind

one of my stores, needed me out that I started doing it all from Ebury Street. Something inside, probably from my grandmother, will always ask if it sparkles like a frock. Couture is my first love but I have noticed my trade shift from 50/50 interior and fashion to 80/20.’

Part of Tomasz’s appeal in the decorating business is no doubt because he refuses to take shortcuts. Most decorators buy ready-made things but he is involved from inception – designing, working with all the smiths you can name – to ensure the construction of unique objects. ‘I’m involved at every stage. I think mastering the technical side personally enables you to push the creative boundaries.’

His creative juices were certainly hard-pressed in a commission to decorate a friend’s pied-à-terre. It involved trying to ‘honour and enhance a mix of Memphis furniture – you know the sort, bright, dysfunctional, pop-artish – as well as Louis XV pieces: gilded, ornamental, rococo.’ To those uninitiated with the furniture world, this is the equivalent of trying to reconcile the landscape painter Claude Lorrain and Jean Tinguel, best known for his sculptural

machines in the Dada tradition.So far, so jolly: but what makes

Tom stand out? ‘I don’t touch print for a start. I’m all about the texture, the surface, the colour – so many people are afraid of it!’ He adds, ‘I’m also about flow. Space used to be so disconnected and incoherent.’

I ask him whether this was because, to be frank, we used to live in houses and now we have apartments. ‘This is definitely a factor. Space is carved up but everything needs to work together. The client base has changed as well,’ he tells me.

Since being on Ebury Street, however, things have been going swimmingly. In fact, right now he is hiring a new designer. Is he bored of that side of things now? ‘Not at all! I just don’t have the time to be doing everything.’ And joining Team Starzewski isn’t like joining a normal company. ‘Loredana, my brilliant assistant, has known me since the age of 14. Most of the team have been with me for more than two decades.’

Let’s be honest: decorating is right up there with butterfly collecting and knitting in my confounded weltanschauung. Blame it on whoever you like – I’d favour Cath Kidston or Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen. But it is testament to Tom’s infectious energy, his passion for beauty in all forms, his cavalier deportment that he has me engaged wholeheartedly with his task, his gift – making things beautiful.

229 Ebury Street, SW1W 8UT, 020 7730 5559 (starzewski.com)

Something inside... will always ask if it sparkles like a frock

Catherine Muller Flower School and Flower Boutique is now open on 53 Elizabeth Street and is ready to welcome you.

For more information on courses, events, subscriptions and deliveries please call us on +44 (0) 20 72 59 01 96 or visit catherinemuller.com


SundayBelgravia Christmas

A haven from the busy high street, Belgravia is the ultimate destination for discerning shoppers and diners alike with an array of superb boutique retailers, including bars and

restaurants, designer and luxury fashion, delicious gourmet treats and beautiful home wares.

The traditional Christmas market on Elizabeth Street (12-5pm) will be lined with arts and crafts stalls selling gifts for all members of the family, ranging from fashion accessories and jewellery to home and interior treats and gastro feasts.

Making an appearance will also be Father Christmas and his herd of real-life reindeer, along with carol singers and a traditional brass band. Choirs from the area’s local schools will also add to the afternoon’s musical programme.

Take a stroll down Pimlico Road (11am-4pm) and their eclectic mix of retailers will be embracing the spirit of Christmas with jugglers, trumpeters and stalls selling roast chestnuts and toffee apples. Just a short walk from Victoria, Sloane Square and Knightsbridge stations, Belgravia Christmas Sunday is a family day out not to be missed.

A real hidden gem, Belgravia Christmas Sunday is one of London’s most unique festive events. The elegant London district of Belgravia will be transformed into a winter wonderland as Pimlico Road and Elizabeth Street host their annual Christmas markets on 1 December

Entertainment schedule for Pimlico Road

11am – 1.45pm Father Christmas and his elf and real reindeer 11am – 2pm Trumpet players11am – 4pm Jugglers, including a balloonist11am – 4pm Accordion player1pm – 4pm Brass band

Entertainment schedule for Elizabeth Street

12pm – 12.30pm Festive stilt walkers12.30pm – 1pm St Michael’s Church Choir1pm – 2pm Fulham Brass Band1.30pm – 2.15pm Balloon modeller2pm – 2.30pm Eaton House School Choir2.30pm – 3pm Festive stilt walkers2.30pm – 3.15pm Balloon modeller2.45pm – 4.30pm Real reindeer2.45pm – 5pm Father Christmas and his elf and real reindeer3pm – 3.30pm St Barnabas Primary School3.30pm – 4.15pm Fulham Brass Band4pm – 4.45pm Balloon modeller4.15pm – 4.45pm St Peter’s Eaton Square Church Choir4.30pm – 5pm Festive stilt walkers4.45pm – 5pm Grand finale: St Peter’s Eaton Square Church

Choir and Fulham Brass Band

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Words / Tom Hardman

Education in London is a much smaller world than the conurbation it provides

for. Sebastian reels off a large list of schools Eaton House feeds, is on first name-terms with both the local and not-so-local heads, and laughs when I mention Lucy Watts, headmistress of Eaton House, Belgravia. ‘Well I’m quite familiar with her. We did work for years together at Eaton House Pre-Prep before I went off to set up the Clapham Prep in 1993,’ he tells me.

The aura of the headmaster is interesting. Many wonder whether

authority changes people or people change how we think of authority. Mr Hepher has a quiet, understated authority. Whilst sergeant majors may bark and bluster, the impression I get is that Sebastian’s style of leadership is more the accomplished, self-assured style of the commodore on the bridge.

He is clearly successful. He took the Clapham Prep from six to 400 boys. It was not always so easy though. Looking back over a 20-year career he admits, ‘Ultimately, I moved out of comprehensive school life. I felt as though I was spending more time on discipline than teaching.’

I ask him whether he finds himself, what with being stuck in three townhouses, a bit short on green space. ‘Well we use the Queen Mother Sports Centre, Battersea Park and Royal Hospital Gardens all the time. One can imagine a great

public school in the counties having so much at their disposal but can they go sailing? We can, down at Surrey Quays. We make the most of having almost everything at our fingertips,’ he enthuses. Some of the more obscure things on the sporting menu include fencing, karate, skiing and ballet for the boys.

Of far greater concern than green space is tutoring, the bête noire of many headmasters in London. He articulates the three main problems: ‘Firstly, some children are losing their childhoods as they spend all their waking hours at home with tutors after a hard day here at school, and this pattern follows through into the weekends as well. Secondly, children are losing their confidence as they spend time with tutors, chasing a pack which is demoralising and disheartening. Thirdly, it is not unknown for homework, even coursework, to be done by or with the tutor and, even if this is not so, tutoring may often be done at the expense of homework.’

Shifting attention on to the slightly awkward topic of the pupils’ privilege, the headmaster emphasises that he is keen to inculcate a sense of public service and duty into the children. ‘Each week, I like to take it in turns with the clergy at St Michael’s, Chester Square, to hold assemblies which stress these important values.’

One quick glance at the latest school newsletter shows a place teeming with life. A particularly amusing club involves children wielding the gavel. As I leave, this is perhaps reflected in the fact I have to avoid being crowd-surfed by some little people in high-vis jackets.

79 Eccleston Square, SW1V 1PP, 020 7931 9469 (eatonsquareschool.com)

Tom Hardman visits Eaton Square School to ask its Headmaster Sebastian Hepher what goes on behind the doors of No.79

Headmaster Sebastian Hepher

Beauty & GroomingThe best of beauty and new product releases

Say it with scentJo Malone London’s exuberant advertisements always inspire desire at Journal headquarters and the new Christmas campaign is no different. The festive collection has launched in store, alongside a new delivery service, whereby shoppers merely select a gift in store or online and then opt to have it whisked off on the same day to the lucky recipient by either a Morris Minor or retro Vespa. Tailor-made scents can also be created for loved ones or as a special gift to oneself.

(jomalone.com)

Déjà vuThe beautiful Katie Holmes oozes old Hollywood glamour for Bobbi Brown’s latest make-up collection, in which sultry red lipstick hues and dazzling bronze and gold shadows will compliment all skin tones. We adore the fool-proof cream eye shadow sticks, which you simply draw on and blend with either your fingers or a brush for a hint of colour.

(bobbibrown.com)

A gift from the seaSurely one of the most luxurious gifts one can give this December is Crème de la Mer’s iconic moisturising cream displayed in beautiful packaging by the fine French jeweller Boucheron. The mother-of-pearl Christmas case is embellished with the jeweller’s Clous de Paris motif and a sea blue cabochon. It is certainly already top of our Christmas list.

Crème de la Mer by Boucheron, £12,550(available exclusively at Harrods from December 2013)


Compiled by Briana Handte Lesesne

Briana Handte Lesesne rounds-up the most covetable beauty gifts to find under the Christmas tree this season

BeautyGift Guide

1 Atelier Cologne gold leather coffret, £220, Les Senteurs, 71 Elizabeth Street (lessenteurs.com) 2 E. Coudray body oils, £50, Les Senteurs (lessenteurs.com) 3 Francis Kurdikistan aqua vitae scented shower cream, £38, available at Les Senteurs (lessenteurs.com) 4 Estee Lauder zodiac compact, £38.50 (estee-

lauder.co.uk) 5 SK II the essential power essence, £117, available at Harrods 6 Czech & Speake red soft leather washbag, £180, 54 Pimlico Road (czechand-speake.com) 7 Guerlain star crazy paris eyeshadow collection, £54, available at Peter Jones, Sloane Square 8 Ormonde Jayne Etoile scented candle, £62, 192 Pavilion Road (ormondejayne.com) 9 Floris briarwood and gold plate three-piece shaving set, £492, 147 Ebury Street (florislondon.com) 10 Daniel Sandler

luxury matte lipstick, £13.25, available at Harvey Nichols 11 Cire Trudon Nazareth candle, £65, available at Harrods


As someone who exercises several times a week and ends up with nothing more than a thin film of sweat on her brow, leaving the Dolphin Fitness Club in

Pimlico one Friday afternoon with a face plum purple and steaming – a sight scary enough to ensure children were left clinging to their mothers in my wake – was a new and startling experience, to say the least.

When I first heard of AquaAllure, I thought, “won’t that be nice, a serene cycling session in some cool water.” Oh how naïve. The class I thought I could label ‘exercise for those who don’t like to exercise’ clearly saw me coming.

I have never been inclined to ‘spin’ and my relationship with cycling runs about as deep as water on marble, so the intensity of the exercise certainly came as a shock. I cycled at ever increasing speeds for 45 minutes, standing up on the pedals punching water in all directions and keeping my balance all at the same time. Then came the weights...

And if you even think about sneaking a sit down, don’t bother, any energy spent on furtive movements will be wasted. Hugo, the trainer, will catch you. Sessions burn up to 800 calories – if nothing else, that’s a fact that makes it so much easier to admit what you really want for dinner.

For athletes recovering from injury or those with problems in their joints, AquaAllure offers protection from further damage. Just consider the underwater treadmills at

St George’s Park, used by the England football team no less, and the fact that the Journal of Human Kinetics argues for underwater treadmills as a possible treatment for adults with osteoarthritis. The powers of protection this exercise bestows does not impede the strain of the work-out. The water provides up to 12 times the resistance of air and you can certainly feel the difference in the amount of energy you’re using if you’re a ‘land-exerciser’ (and if you are not).

There’s another great benefit of the AquaAllure classes which is sure to attract ladies from far and wide: the promise of ridding your body of cellulite, forever.

So despite the feeling of near-death that threatens to overcome you by minute 40, you’ll be left feeling great and wanting more. Just as soon as you’ve had a sit down.

A 45 minute class costs £20 for members and an extra £5 for non-members, Dolphin Square Fitness Club, Dolphin Square Chichester Street, SW1V 3LX (aquaallure.co.uk)

The underwater

The Belgravia Residents’ Journal sends its healthiest recruit, Maisy Molloy, down to test the waters of the latest fitness craze

movement

Any energy spent on furtive movements will be wasted. Hugo, the

trainer, will catch you

Exploring the minutiae of residents’ concerns and encounters

Residents’ Culture

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Wise Owl is seeing double

Old Sloper presents thoughts on the housing crisis Secret Squirrel considers the hunting bill in the light of urban foxes at Christmas time

The views expressed on this page are not held by the Residents’ Journal but offer a platform for the voices of our local residents to discuss topics they feel relevant and important

All illustrations / Mai Osawa

Why should we wait until after the next election for this piece of defective legislation, introduced by Labour, to be scrapped. Tony Blair allegedly told the late Sir Stephen

Hastings that he only introduced it in order to have peace at home. In the meantime, urban foxes are walking the streets of Belgravia going through our rubbish bags and even attacking children. They are vermin and should be eliminated from our city streets and parks.

The spectre of Colin Barrow and his scrapped night-time parking proposals are still with us. There are still many totally unnecessary yellow lines in our borough,

particularly in Mayfair (Park Street and Curzon Street), in Pall Mall around the RAC club and in St James Street and Bennet Street. There are many other examples, I’m sure, and they cause pollution, waste time and cause many of us unnecessary irritation. Please email your ward councillors and MP Mark Field with any other examples of unecessary yellow lines you encounter. Many of the bureaucrats that we employ have nothing better to do than make silly rules and regulations to make our lives more stressful.

The housing crisis is again on the agenda as Jack Dromey, MP for Birmingham and husband of Harriet Harman, is quite happy to build houses on the green belt. The problem, as I see

it, is where are the jobs for these new residents? The solution is to use brown field sites, large empty housing stock in the old Welsh mining valleys and the old industrial centres of the North East and North West. Research should be done as to where we are importing goods, for example from Germany, which produces prefabricated building material for houses. British manufacturers should be incentivised to site factories in the old industrial and mining areas to create employment. Overseas manufacturers, particularly Germany and Japan, should again be given incentives to site factories in these areas of the UK to create further local employment. This would save our countryside, wild life, flora and fauna from being scarred by unsightly modern housing developments. It is quite clear that politician Nick Boles and the Labour opposition shadow have not thought this policy through properly. Common sense must prevail here.


MomentsBelgravian

Briana Handte-Lesesne anticipates Christmas festivities in fair Belgravia

Duncan Lawrie decodes the mysteries associated with private banking

According to recent research, approximately 3.9 million people are currently unhappy with their bank and are likely to change provider in the next year, taking

advantage of the new bank account switching rules. However, only 12 per cent of these would be likely to consider changing to a private bank as opposed to a high street bank. (1)

Much of this is to do with the private banking sector not adequately letting people know about the service and products they offer. Indeed, 32 per cent of potential switchers would not consider a private bank simply because they did not even know what one was.

Matthew Parden, managing director at Belgravia-based Duncan Lawrie Private Bank, says: ‘The private banking industry is not doing itself any favours by not properly communicating the superior levels of service they can offer customers. Some believe that private banks are only for the extremely wealthy, but many have low monthly fees and are far more accessible than many people might realise.

‘Private banks can cost as little as £25 a month, which is often waived if the customer also holds investments with them. While the average price of a premium account in a high street bank is £15, if you consider all the extra benefits that a private bank can provide, such as your own bank manager’s phone number and email address, spending an extra £10 a month is great value for money. At Duncan Lawrie, we will waive our monthly fee altogether if you invest at least £250,000.’ (2)

Other misconceptions about private banks include the belief that they are less secure than high street banks, with nearly one in five potential switchers believing that because of their size, private banks offer less financial security than their high street equivalents. ‘Each bank needs to be reviewed on its own merits, including private banks,’ continues Parden. ‘The Tier 1 capital ratio for Duncan Lawrie Private Bank is around four times higher than the average Tier 1 ratio of most UK high street banks, meaning that we are among the most secure banks in the country. To overlook this fact because of our size and status as a private bank would be a mistake.’

If you are thinking of switching bank, for a free, impartial and informative guide to private banks as an alternative option, please visit Duncan Lawrie Private Bank’s website at duncanlawrie.com/banking-guide, where you can download its guide to private banking: ‘Unwrap the secrets of private banking.’

(1) Research conducted by YouGov on behalf of Duncan Lawrie Private Bank.

Total sample size 2,213 adults. Fieldwork was undertaken between the 12 and

14 August 2013. The figures have been weighted and are representative of all UK

adults (aged 18+) based on ONS Annual Mid-year Population Estimates 2011 and

2012, released 8 August 2013.

(2) Average costs of premium bank accounts taken from research carried out by

Moneyfacts cited in the Telegraph online on 21 January 2013.

C hristmas-time is about scents, sparkles, silver and gold adornment, crystal baubles, a

decadent dusting of glitter, enchanting parties, balsam trees, advent calendars, carols, nativity plays and Father Christmas.

Strolling along the quaint streets of this neighborhood, shopkeepers are already in full swing for the holiday season. Wreaths and garlands of silver-blue fir, snow dusted pine cones, and ribbons of burgundy and gold line the window frames with white lights in the shape of icicles. Christmas trees with festive ornaments, gifts adorned in wrappings of reindeer, snowmen, and Santa are displayed in store front windows. As you enter the shops on Elizabeth Street and around Sloane Square the scent of orange and cinnamon, pine and cardamom waft through the frosty air. Mulled wine, roasted chestnuts and gingerbread are at every holiday party. Local restaurants and pubs like The Orange and Motcombs restaurant have already put out their Christmas menus and fashion boutiques in the area feature cashmere and glittering party dresses in their windows.

The bright lights of the beauty halls at Harrods and Harvey Nichols are full of new fragrances, gift sets of cheek, lip and eye

winter colours. All exquisitely gift wrapped in beautiful boxes and velvet ribbon. Bespoke treatments for hair, facials, massages, and spa services can be found from Neville Hair & Beauty on Pont Street to Michaeljohn Medispa on Motcomb Street.

Elizabeth Street and Pimlico Road’s annual Christmas party, this year on Sunday 1 December, will welcome delicious food and drink from local retailers, craft stalls, holiday shopping, and Father Christmas and his reindeer. A few days later on 4 December Motcomb Street‘s Christmas Fair features the Holland Park Opera singers and a steel band with plenty of lights and food and drink for Christmas revelers alike. On 3 December, carol singers from St Paul’s Church will be on hand for the Wilton Crescent Garden Christmas Tree Blessing event, a most beautiful evening to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.

At Cadogan Hall a rich line up of concerts and performances will create lasting memories and warm the heart with sounds of joy and merry making. St Mary’s on Cadogan Street will also have its annual Christmas Carol Concert on 7 December followed by a reception.

Magical and enchanted moments seem to occur daily in Belgravia in the weeks leading up to 25 December. I would like to wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

The world of not quite so private - private banking

December round-up by Sara Oliver

The Residents’ Association’s

Until next month...belgraviaresidents.org.uk

A gentle hark to the author Clement Clarke Moore,

who wished to remain anonymous when his poem Twas the Night before Christmas was first published in 1823 to great

acclaim in The New York Sentinel. The copy was believed to have been sent by a family friend. It is now tradition for many families (mine included) to read the poem every Christmas Eve. Prior to the creation of the poem, St Nicholas, the Patron Saint of Children, had never been associated with sleighs and reindeers.

The Belgravia Residents Association wishes all its members, residents and readers a happy Christmas and a prosperous New Year.On a separate note, the winner of the Stranger To Belgravia competition will be published next year – watch this space.

‘Twas the night before Christmas when all through Belgraviathere were people last minute shopping for family and friends,

others whiled away the evening in cafes and restaurants enjoying the trends.

When suddenly there arose from above such a clatter, everyone paused, looked up, to see what was the matter.

Beyond the rooftops, where the moon on the crest of the new fallen snow gave a vision of daylight to objects below.

Whence from the corner of one’s own eye should appear,but Father Christmas, on a miniature sleigh and eight tiny reindeer!A stranger from afar, he whistled and chortled and called to them all

Come Dasher, Dancer Prancer and Vixen! Go Comet, Cupid, Donner and Blitzen!

To the top of The Pantechnicon we must not be late!Over the wall and through the gate.

He was dressed in fur from head to foot and carried a bundle all covered in soot!

As he trundled down the chimney laden with gifts galore!He arrived with a thud on the famous Motcombs restaurant floor!

The chic patrons dining, were distracted by this stranger who so abruptly landed and nearly caused danger!

He was a jolly plump and engaging old elf, with twinkly eyesand he made everyone laugh despite their cries.He got straight to work with handing out toysthat they exuded gratitude and Christmas joys!

He finally sprang up the chimney and gave a nod,jumped on his sleight and rose nearer to God,

but he exclaimed as his sleigh drove out of sight, merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!


Keeping you in the know about important street plans affecting Belgravia

Planning & Development

PLANNING APPLICATIONS

PLANNed rOAd wOrkS

dATe reCeIVed

1 November

5 November

7 November

7 November

7 November

7 November

AddreSS

Kinnerton Street

Wilton Street

Chester House

Lowndes Square

Motcomb Street

Eaton Terrace

PrOPOSAL

Single-storey first floor rear extension

Alterations to front elevation of building

Work to various trees in the area

Sub-division to create two studio apartments and relocate unit entrance

Installation of solar PVs on to roof

External works, excavation below rear garden and alterations to pavement vaults

STreeT

Elizabeth Street

Grosvenor Gardens

Lower Grosvenor Place

Buckingham Palace Road

Eaton Gate

Wilton Road

Ebury Street

PLANNed wOrk

Cable pit frame and cover replacement



Installation of cables

Modernisation of traffic signal equipment

Modernisation of traffic signal equipment

Laying a new gas service

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1-3 december

1-5 december

1-7 december

1-31 december

2 december – 28 February

2 december – 28 February

9-16 december

wOrkS OwNer

UkPN (0800 028 4587)

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TFL (0845 305 1234)

TFL

Fulcrum Pipelines Ltd (0845 641 3010)

BARS Amaya Halkin Arcade, Motcomb Street 020 7823 1166

The Garden Room (cigar) The Lanesborough Hyde Park Corner 020 7259 5599

The Library Bar (wine) The LanesboroughHyde Park Corner 020 7259 5599

Tiles Restaurant and Wine Bar 36 Buckingham Palace Road 020 7834 7761

CAFÉSBella Maria 4 Lower Grosvenor Place 020 7976 6280

Caffe Reale 23 Grosvenor Gardens 020 7592 9322

The Green Café 16 Eccleston Street 020 7730 5304

ll Corriere 6 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 2087

The Old English Coffee House 1 Montrose Place 020 7235 3643

Patisserie Valerie 17 Motcomb Street 020 7245 6161

Tomtom Coffee House 114 Ebury Street 020 7730 1771

Valerie Victoria 38 Buckingham Palace Road 020 7630 9781

PUBLIC HOUSES/DINING ROOMSThe Antelope (classic) 22-24 Eaton Terrace 020 7824 8512

RESTAURANTSComo Lario (Italian) 18-22 Holbein Place 020 7730 9046

Il Convivio (Italian) 143 Ebury Street 020 7730 4099

Olivo (Italian & Sardinian) 21 Eccleston Street 020 7730 2505

Zafferano (Italian) 15 Lowndes Street 020 7235 5800

Mango Tree 46 Grosvenor Place 020 7823 1888

Pétrus 1 Kinnerton Street 020 7592 1609

A compendium of the area’s key establishments

Andrew Reeves77-79 Ebury Street020 7881 1366

Ayrton Wylie 16 Lower Belgrave Street 020 7730 4628

Best Gapp & Cassells 81 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 9253

Cluttons84 Bourne Street030 3773 0020

Douglas Lyons & Lyons33 Kinnerton Street020 7235 7933

Harrods Estates 82 Brompton Road 020 7225 6506

Henry & James 1 Motcomb Street 020 7235 8861

John D Wood 48 Elizabeth Street 020 7824 7900

Knight Frank 82-83 Chester Square 020 7881 7722

Savills 139 Sloane Street020 7730 0822

Strutt & Parker 66 Sloane Street 020 7235 9959

W A Ellis 174 Brompton Road020 7306 1600

Wellbelove Quested160 Ebury Street020 7881 0880

Estate Agents

Food & Drink

The BelgraviaDirectory

Motcombs 26 Motcomb Street 020 7235 6382motcombs.co.uk

The Orange37 Pimlico Road 020 7881 9844theorange.co.uk

The Pantechnicon10 Motcomb Street020 7730 6074thepantechnicon.com

The Thomas Cubitt44 Elizabeth Street020 7730 6060thethomascubitt.co.uk


Health & Beauty

BARBER Giuseppe D’Amico 20 Eccleston Street 020 7730 2968

DENTISTSThe Beresford Clinic 2 Lower Grosvenor Place 020 7821 9411

Motcomb Street Dentist 3 Motcomb Street 020 7235 6531

The Wilton Place Practice 31 Wilton Place 020 7235 3824

DOCTORSThe Belgrave Medical Centre 13 Pimlico Road 020 7730 5171

The Belgravia Surgery 26 Eccleston Street 020 7590 8000

Dr Kalina 109 Ebury Street 020 7730 4805

GYM/ FITNESSThe Light Centre Belgravia 9 Eccleston Street 020 7881 0728

Michael Garry Personal Training54b Ebury Street 020 7730 6255

Yogoji (Yoga) 54a Ebury Street 020 7730 7473

HAIR SALONSColin & Karen Hair Design 39 Lower Belgrave Street 020 7730 7440

The Daniel Galvin Jr. Salon 4a West Halkin Street 020 3416 3116

Motcomb Green 61 Ebury Street 020 7235 2228

Stephen Casali 161 Ebury Street 020 7730 2196

MEDISPABijoux Medi-Spa 149 Ebury Street 020 7730 0765

SPAearthspa 4 Eccleston Street 020 7823 6226

ANTIQUES Bennison 16 Holbein Place 020 7730 8076

Turkmen Gallery 8 Eccleston Street020 7730 8848

Patrick Jefferson 69 Pimlico Road 020 7730 6161

ARCHITECTS/ DESIGN Marston & Langinger194 Ebury Street020 7881 5700

Paul Davis + Partners 178 Ebury Street020 7730 1178

ARTEFACTSOdyssey Fine Arts 24 Holbein Place020 7730 9942

CLEANING

FINISHING TOUCHESPaint Services Company 19 Eccleston Street 020 7730 6408

Rachel Vosper (candles) 69 Kinnerton Street020 7235 9666

Ramsay (prints) 69 Pimlico Road 020 7730 6776

Sebastian D’Orsai (framer) 77 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 8366

Zuber 42 Pimlico Road 020 7824 8265

FURNITURE Ciancimino 85 Pimlico Place 020 7730 9959

The Dining Chair Company 4 St Barnabas Street 020 7259 0422

Hemisphere 97 Lower Sloane Street020 7730 9810

Humphrey -Carrasco 43 Pimlico Road 020 7730 9911

Jamb 107a Pimlico Road 020 7730 2122

Lamberty 46 Pimlico Road020 7823 5115

Linley 60 Pimlico Road 020 7730 7300

Mark Wilkinson Kitchens 10 West Halkin Street020 7235 1845

Ossowski 83 Pimlico Road 020 7730 3256

Promemoria UK 99 Pimlico Road 020 7730 2514

Soane 50-52 Pimlico Road 020 7730 6400

Talisman 190-192 Ebury Street 020 7730 7800

Westenholz 80-82 Pimlico Road020 7824 8090

GALLERIES 88 Gallery 86-88 Pimlico Road020 7730 2728

Ahuan Gallery 17 Eccleston Street 020 7730 9382

Gallery 25 26 Pimlico Road 020 7730 7516

Gauntlett Gallery 90-92 Pimlico Road020 7730 7516

Gordon Watson 28 Pimlico Road 020 7259 0555

John Adams Fine Art200 Ebury Street 020 7730 8999

The Osborne Studio Gallery 2 Motcomb Street020 7235 9667

INTERIOR DESIGN Chester Designs 9 Chester Square Mews 020 7730 4333

Home

Kudu Services Discreet, confidential cleaning services for offices and homes of distinction27 Mortimer Street 020 8704 5988kuduservices.co.uk

BANKS

C Hoare & Co32 Lowndes Street 020 7245 6033

Royal Bank of Scotland 24 Grosvenor Place 020 7235 1882

BOOKMAKERSCoral Racing 67 Pimlico Road 020 7730 6516

William Hill 12 Buckingham Palace Road 08705 181 715

CHARITIESBritish Red Cross 85 Ebury Street 020 7730 2235

SOLICITORS

EDUCATIONCameron House School4 The Vale020 7352 4040

Eaton House School3-5 Eaton Gate020 7924 6000

Eaton Square School79 Eccleston Square020 7931 9469

Francis Holland School39 Graham Terrace020 7730 2971

Garden House SchoolTurks Row020 7730 1652

GEMS Hampshire School15 Manresa Road020 7352 7077

Services

Hotels

Child & Child14 Grosvenor Crescent020 7235 8000childandchild.co.uk

Le Spose Di Giò(wedding dresses)81 Ebury Street020 7901 9020le-spose-di-gio.it

Duncan Lawrie Private Banking1 Hobart Place020 7245 1234duncanlawrie.com

The BelgraviaDirectory

BOUTIQUES Christian Louboutin23 Motcomb Street 020 7245 6510

Herve Leger 29 Lowndes Street020 7201 2590

Patricia Roberts60 Kinnerton Street 020 7235 474 Philip Treacy 69 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 3992

Fashion

B&Bs B+B Belgravia & Studios@82 64-66 Ebury Street 020 7259 8570

Belgravia Hotel 118 Ebury Street 020 7259 0050

Cartref House 129 Ebury Street 020 7730 6176

Lord Milner Hotel 111 Ebury Street 020 7881 9880

Lynton Hotel 113 Ebury Street 020 7730 4032

Morgan Guest House 120 Ebury Street 020 7730 2384

Westminster House Hotel 96 Ebury Street 020 7730 4302

BOUTIQUEAstors Hotel 110-112 Ebury Street 020 7730 0158

The Belgravia Mews Hotel 50 Ebury Street 020 7730 5434

The Diplomat Hotel 2 Chesham Street 020 7235 1544

Lime Tree Hotel 135-137 Ebury Street 020 7730 8191

The Rubens at the Palace 39 Buckingham Palace Road 020 7834 6600

The Sloane Club Lower Sloane Street 020 7730 9131

Tophams Hotel 24-32 Ebury Street 020 7730 3313

LUXURYThe Berkeley Wilton Place 020 7235 6000

The Goring Beeston Place 020 7396 9000

Nevena Couture(clients by appointment only)

Lowndes Street020 3539 8738nevena.co.uk

Glendower Preparatory School86-87 Queen’s Gate020 7370 1927

Hill House International Junior SchoolHans Place020 7584 1331

Knightsbridge School67 Pont Street020 7590 9000

Miss Daisy’s Nursery Ebury Square 020 7730 5797

More House School22-24 Pont Street020 7235 2855

Queen’s Gate School133 Queen’s Gate020 7589 3587

Sussex House School68 Cadogan Square020 7584 1741

Thomas’s Kindergarten 14 Ranelagh Grove 020 7730 3596

EXCLUSIVE

FLORISTS

Neill Strain Floral Couture 11 West Halkin Street 020 7235 6469

Judith Blacklock Flower School 4-5 Kinnerton Place South 020 7235 6235

IT SUPPORT

POST OFFICEPost Office 6 Eccleston Street 0845 722 3344

TRAVELBravo Travel 6 Lower Grosvenor Place 0870 121 3411


BAKERIESBaker & Spice 54-56 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 3033

Ottolenghi 13 Motcomb Street 020 7823 2707

CIGAR SPECIALISTTomtom Cigars 63 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 1790

BOOKS

CONFECTIONERSPeggy Porschen 116 Ebury Street 020 7730 1316

Pierre Hermé Paris 13 Lowndes Street 020 7245 0317

Rococo Chocolates 5 Motcomb Street 020 7245 0993

DELILa Bottega 25 Eccleston Street 020 7730 2730

GREENGROCERSCharles of Belgravia27 Lower Belgrave Street 020 7730 5210

JEWELLERSCarolina Bucci 4 Motcomb Street 020 7838 9977

David Thomas Master Goldsmith 65 Pimlico Road 020 7730 7710

De Vroomen 59 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 1901

Erickson Beamon 38 Elizabeth Street 020 7259 0202

POLIShERF Bennett and Son 9 Chester Square Mews 020 7730 6546

NEWSAGENTMayhew Newsagents 15 Motcomb Street 020 7235 5770

PERFUMERIESAnnick Goutal 20 Motcomb Street 020 7245 0248

Les Senteurs 71 Elizabeth Street 020 7730 2322

PET ACCESSORIESMungo & Maud 79 Elizabeth Street 020 7022 1207

Speciality Shops

The Caledonian Club 9 Halkin Street020 7235 5162caledonianclub.com

Belgravia Books 59 Ebury Street 020 7259 9336belgraviabooks.com

Floris 147 Ebury Street 020 7730 0304 florislondon.com

Elizabeth Gage5 West Halkin Street020 7823 [email protected]

Dashwood SolutionsContact Jonny Hyam for all your IT needs07787 507 407

Catherine Muller53 Elizabeth Street020 7259 0196catherinemuller.com

Christmas. It’s the little details that make a big difference. Just like when it comes to property.

Savills Sloane Street139 Sloane StreetSW1X 9AY 020 7730 [email protected]

Savills Knightsbridge188 Brompton RoadSW3 1HQ020 7581 [email protected]

savills.co.uk

SA71907 Belgravia Residents Journal Xmas Sold DPS.indd 1 06/11/2013 16:34

Just a few of the properties where we have made a big difference for our clients.

Eaton PlacE, SW1 GuidE £6.5 million

sold

Wilton mEWS, SW1 GuidE £8,000 PEr WEEk

let

Eaton SquarE, SW1 GuidE £50 million

sold

ranElaGh GrovE, SW1 GuidE £1,250 PEr WEEk

let

chEStEr SquarE mEWS, SW1 GuidE £850,000

sold

chESham StrEEt, SW1 GuidE £4,950 PEr WEEk

let

GErald road, SW1 GuidE £9.5 million

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lancElot PlacE, SW7 GuidE £1,100 PEr WEEk

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Savills Sloane StreetChristian [email protected]

020 7730 0822

Guide £5.6 million Leasehold, approximately 91 years remaining

Entrance hall ø reception room with media area ø kitchen with dining areaø 2 bedroom suites ø bedroom 3/study ø shower room ø utility roomø direct lift access ø 183 sq m (1,968 sq ft) ø EPC=D

AN IMMACULATELY RENOVATED PENTHOUSEeaton place, sw1

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020 7730 0822




LETTINGS LAYOUT ONLY

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

Savills Sloane StreetMurdi Van [email protected]

020 7824 9005

3 bedrooms ø 3 bathrooms ø reception room ø dining room ø kitchen ø private gardenø 234 sq m (2,522 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø Grade II listed

DUPLEX APARTMENT WITH PRIVATE GARDEN IN BELGRAVIAcadogan place, sw1

Unfurnished£3,250 per week + £276 inc VAT admin fee and other charges may apply*

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Harriet Walk, Knightsbridge SW1Recently refurbished three bedroom mews houseA recently refurbished mews house located just off Lowndes Square, offering excellent entertaining space. Master bedroom with dressing area and en suite bathroom, 2 further bedrooms with en suite shower rooms, further shower room, 2 reception rooms, kitchen/dining room, guest cloakroom. EPC rating C. Approximately 190 sq m (2,045 sq ft) Freehold Guide price: £4,500,000

(BGV130072)

KnightFrank.co.uk

KnightFrank.co.uk/belgravia [email protected] 3641 5910Joint sole agent: Chesterton Humberts 020 7235 8090

Eaton Place, Belgravia SW1Elegant lateral apartmentA superb three bedroom lateral flat located on the prestigious Eaton Place. Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and dressing room, further double bedroom with en suite bathroom, further bedroom, shower room, reception room, kitchen, dining room, entrance hall, roof terrace, lift access. Available furnished or unfurnishedGuide price: £2,250 per week

(BEQ143993)

KnightFrank.co.uk

KnightFrank.co.uk/lettings [email protected] 3641 6006

KnightFrank.co.uk/belgravia [email protected] 3641 5910Joint Sole Agent: Chesterton Humberts 020 7235 8090

1 Motcomb Street, London SW1X 8JX

+44 (0)20 7235 8861 [email protected]

BELGRAVIA OFFICE

henryandjames.co.uk

CARYSFORT HOUSE, WEST HALKIN STREET, LONDON, SW1X

LEASEHOLDTHREE BEDROOMS

GROSS INTERNAL AREA: 1,348 SQ FT/ 125 SQ M

£3,650,000 stc

Reception room with study area, Kitchen, Two double bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, Terrace.

An exceptional two double bedroom apartment with terrace situated on the raised ground floor of this impressive period building. Presented to a very high standard and thoughtfully decorated, the property offers well planned accommodation including a spacious entrance hall, large reception room with study area, guest cloakroom, well appointed kitchen and

large utility room with storage above. Also generous master bedroom quietly situated to the rear of the building with en suite bathroom and double doors leading to the demised terrace, second double bedroom and en suite bathroom. Features in the reception room include good ceiling heights, cornicing, south facing windows and marble fireplace. EPC C.


+44 (0)20 7235 8861 [email protected]

BELGRAVIA OFFICE

henryandjames.co.uk

WILTON ROW, LONDON, SW1X

THREE BEDROOMSFREEHOLD

GROSS INTERNAL AREA 1550 SQ FT/144 SQ M

£4,250,000

Sitting room, Kitchen, Dining room, 3 En-suite Bedrooms, Guest Cloakroom, Air-conditioning, Parking. IGCH

Tucked away in one of Belgravia’s most sought after mews, this beautiful freehold house is particularly charming. South facing, it offers delightful homely entertaining space, three en suite bedrooms with air conditioning, and parking to the front.Well maintained to a very high standard and presented in excellent condition, the property has been used as a pied a

terre by the current owners and is laid out over three floors.Features in the one-step sunken reception room include two windows looking down the picturesque mews towards the famous Grenadier Pub, cornicing, a central working fireplace, air-conditioning and built in bookcases and cupboards. EPC E.


+44 (0)20 7235 8861 [email protected]

BELGRAVIA OFFICE

henryandjames.co.uk

CADOGAN SQUARE, LONDON, SW1X

TWO BEDROOMSUNFURNISHED

£1,950PER WEEK stc

First floor, Two bedrooms, Two bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Private terrace, Communal gardens, Communal hot water/heating.

An impressive two bedroom south facing first floor apartment with a magnificent drawing room leading onto a sunny terrace. The accommodation comprises stunning reception room with french doors leading onto sunny private terrace overlooking leafy gardens, separate kitchen, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, second bedroom and second bathroom. The

flat benefits from communal heating/ hot water, a caretaker and use of the communal gardens with its tennis court (by separate arrangement). Henry & James will make an initial one-off tenancy agreement charge of £240 per tenancy plus £60 referencing charge per tenant. For further details of our services and charges please call our office. EPC D.


+44 (0)20 7235 8861 [email protected]

BELGRAVIA OFFICE

henryandjames.co.uk

EATON PLACE, LONDON, SW1X


£1,800PER WEEK stc

Two double bedrooms, Two bathrooms, First floor reception room, Eat-in designer kitchen, Air conditioning, Direct lift access.

A stunning 1st & 2nd floor duplex apartment with high ceilings and retained period features. This contemporary duplex apartment benefits from excellent entertaining space leading onto a south-facing private balcony that floods the flat with natural light, and is located upon this prestigious street in the heart of Belgravia. Accommodation comprises a large eat-in

designer kitchen by Pedini, 1st floor reception room, master bedroom suite with dressing area, second double bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a guest cloakroom. We will make an initial one-off tenancy agreement charge of £240 per tenancy plus £60 referencing charge per tenant. For further details of our services and charges please call our office. EPC F.


+44 (0)20 7235 8861 [email protected]

BELGRAVIA OFFICE

henryandjames.co.uk

CADOGAN SQUARE, LONDON, SW1X


£1,950PER WEEK stc

First floor, Two bedrooms, Two bathrooms, Reception room, Kitchen, Private terrace, Communal gardens, Communal hot water/heating.

An impressive two bedroom south facing first floor apartment with a magnificent drawing room leading onto a sunny terrace. The accommodation comprises stunning reception room with french doors leading onto sunny private terrace overlooking leafy gardens, separate kitchen, master bedroom with en suite bathroom, second bedroom and second bathroom. The

flat benefits from communal heating/ hot water, a caretaker and use of the communal gardens with its tennis court (by separate arrangement). Henry & James will make an initial one-off tenancy agreement charge of £240 per tenancy plus £60 referencing charge per tenant. For further details of our services and charges please call our office. EPC D.

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Guide price £3,800,000Share of freehold

For more information call Daniel Wiggin on 020 7306 1610 or email [email protected]

“ A well laid out upper maisonette situated on the second and third floors of a handsome red bricked period building”

Sloane Gardens, Chelsea SW1

W.A.Ellis LLP174 Brompton Road

London SW3 1HP

waellis.com

• 3 Bedrooms• 2 Bathrooms• 1 Shower room• Reception room

• Kitchen / Breakfast room• Lift• EPC rating: current (D) potential (D) • Approx. 2,024 sq ft (188 sq m)

£3,750 per week Unfurnished

For more information call Lucy Morton on 020 7306 1630 or email [email protected]

“ A large and impressive family house situated in this prestigious location in the heart of Belgravia”

Chester Street, Belgravia SW1


London SW3 1HP

waellis.com

• 6 Bedrooms• 5 Bathrooms• 2 Guest cloakrooms• 4 Reception rooms

• Kitchen/breakfast room• Paved garden• Approx. 3,805 sq ft (353 sq m)• EPC rating: current (D) potential (C)

W.A.Ellis will make an initial one-off tenancy agreement charge of £240 per tenancy plus £60 referencing charge per tenant. For further details of our services and charges please visit waellis.com.

Guide price £3,800,000Share of freehold

For more information call Daniel Wiggin on 020 7306 1610 or email [email protected]

“ A well laid out upper maisonette situated on the second and third floors of a handsome red bricked period building”

Sloane Gardens, Chelsea SW1


London SW3 1HP

waellis.com

• 3 Bedrooms• 2 Bathrooms• 1 Shower room• Reception room

• Kitchen / Breakfast room• Lift• EPC rating: current (D) potential (D) • Approx. 2,024 sq ft (188 sq m)

Leasehold: approximately 136 years remainingGuide Price: £2,550,000

A stylish, recently refurbished ground floor apartment (819 Sq ft / 76.1 Sqm) in a well maintained, portered building, on this highly sought-after garden square. Providing generously preportioned accommodation, this two bedroom apartment would make the perfect pied-a-terre and is a short walk from the world renowned amenities of Knightsbridge, Sloane Street and Hyde Park. 24 hour porterage, security with access to private square gardens. EPC rating C

020 7225 [email protected]

Lowndes square, Knightsbridge, sw1X

KnIGHTsBrIdGe oFFICe: 82 BroMPTon road London sw3 1er T: +44 020 7225 6506MaYFaIr oFFICe: 61 ParK Lane London w1K 1qF T: +44 020 7409 9001

CHeLsea oFFICe: 58 FuLHaM road London sw3 6HH T: +44 (0) 20 7225 6700HARRODSESTATES.COM

Price per week: £8,500 Plus Property Fees: £180 Admin & £291 Checkout. References: £42 per person*

*http://www.harrodsestates.com/tenants

A stunning family house that has been completely redesigned to create sunny, spacious accommodation of approximately 4510 sq. ft. comprising three reception rooms, large eat in kitchen, 6 double bedrooms all with ensuite bathrooms, swimming pool, sauna and decked roof terrace. The tenant will also have access to the adjacent award winning Wilton Crescent Gardens as well as the tennis courts in Belgrave Square. Two parking spaces are also available in the nearby council car park in Kinnerton Street by separate negotiation at £1500 per annum each, as well as on street parking with a resident’s parking permit. EPC rating D.

020 7225 [email protected]

Wilton PlACe, Belgravia, SW1

KniGHtSBRiDGe oFFiCe: 82 BRoMPton RoAD lonDon SW3 1eR t: +44 020 7225 6506MAYFAiR oFFiCe: 61 PARK lAne lonDon W1K 1QF t: +44 020 7409 9001

CHelSeA oFFiCe: 58 FUlHAM RoAD lonDon SW3 6HH t: +44 (0) 20 7225 6700HARRODSESTATES.COM

ESTATE AGENTS, SURVEYORS AND PROPERTY CONSULTANTS81 Elizabeth Street, Eaton Square, London SW1W 9PG

Tel: 020 7730 9253 Fax: 020 7730 8212

Email: [email protected]

www.bestgapp.co.uk

Over 100 years experience in Belgravia

EATON TERRACE, SW1A well appointed family house situated close to Sloane Square, arranged over five floors to provide spacious accommodation extending to 272 sq m (2,936 sq ft) with excellent entertaining space and a 14.6 m (47’) rear garden.

Freehold £5,750,000

* Drawing Room:* Dining Room:* 2 Further Reception Rooms:* Master Bedroom Suite:* 3/4 Further Bedrooms:* 3 Bathrooms:* Garden

ESTATE AGENTS, SURVEYORS AND PROPERTY CONSULTANTS81 Elizabeth Street, Eaton Square, London SW1W 9PGTel: 020 7730 9253 Fax: 020 7730 8212Email: [email protected]

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KINNERTON YARD, SW1 WhADDON hOuSE, SW1

WIllIAm mEWS, SW1 PONT STREET, SW1

£660 per week Furnished £3,200,000 Share of Freeload

£1,850 per week Unfurnished £795 per week Furnished

A newly refurbished bright and modern flat located in a particularly quiet courtyard development.

A beautifully presented 1,292 ft2 (120 m2) three bedroom apartment in this popular portered block.

A beautifully presented three bedroom mews house with private patio and garage.

A well presented duplex apartment situated on the ground and lower ground floors of a classic stucco fronted building.

Tel 020 7235 7933 Email [email protected] Web www.dll.uk.com

33 KinnErTon STrEET, London, SW1X 8Ed

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