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Welcome to our

December issue.

Well it’s that time of year again! Amazing how quick the year seemsto gain momentum from New Year celebrations to the followingChristmas. is year has been very difficult for many people, so inaddition to looking forward to Christmas celebrations and a welcomerespite from economic woes, let us all hope – 2012 is going to be abetter year for most people …

So where do we begin?! In the UK, for children (and actually most ofus adults who are children at heart!) it’s the presents! Santa Claus!Christmas tree! Sparking and glittering magic, sweets and endlessexcitement. And after the presents have been opened, the wrappingrecycled and the games have begun, by lunchtime, tired and hungry,it’s time to rest and enjoy a sumptuous feast… is is primarily, turkey(or goose), stuffing, vegetables, gravy, roast potatoes, bread sauce,followed by mince pies with brandy butter, Christmas pudding andthen in case, there is still some room for extra food to help youthrough to the evening … Christmas cake, chocolates, biscuits! …And then plans for a New Year’s Resolution which generally includesa diet and commitment to join a gym!

Every Christmas, the brave fire fighters at Loughton Fire Station,build a terrific Santa’s Grotto, so that Father Christmas, can drop byand see all the children having fun! e event is organised to supportthe Burned Children’s Club.

Last year, the Christmas fundraiser, was very successful and fullysupported by the local community. is year, Santa’s Grotto (andChristmas Market) will be for two days instead of the usual one.Activities will include: visiting Father Christmas in the Grotto (withphotograph), face paints, raffle, cakes, teas and coffees, snow machineand especially, as within the Fire Station, all children can play on thefire engines! An incredible and exciting treat for children to pretendto be heroes plus every child, will receive a free gift/toy.

Speaking to Tim Wright, about the event, he commented: “I reallylike it when we all pull together as a team and use some of our"other" skills to build the whole Santa Grotto. Alongside with ourexcellent Open Day in the summer, these dates are a real testament tothis team’s ethic. Leading up to it we are all discussing the best waysto advertise or how best to get prizes for the raffle. We get a chance tobe creative.”

From all of us here at Fish Media Group, we wish you a very MerryChristmas and very healthy, happy and successful 2012.

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Local Life, Festive Fun & Events 8

What Will 2012 Bring You?

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Christmas Events On Your Doorstep

Phillip Leigh’s Property Market

Raising Money With The Loughton Fire Service

Hyde Park Winter Wonderland

Equestrian Christmas Party

Get Your Skates On…

Viva La Vida

A Special Christmas Hamper

A Tree For Life

Fashion 31

One For The Boys

Health & Beauty 32

The Man Behind The Smile

Beautiful Nails

A Look At Rivers Hospital

The Sanjo Experience

Simmer, Sparkle & Party

Q&A With Ash Parmar

Winter Walking

Home Interest 48

Antiques With John Bly

Deck The Halls

Swim All Year Round

Local Awards

Kids Love Sweets, Adults Love Chaplins

Light Fantastic

Motors 63

Audi Essex Brings Us Something Special

Property Life 65

The Best Homes From The Best Estate Agents

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MEDITATION FORSOLVING DAILYPROBLEMSis course teaches thetechniques of meditation and alsoprovides an opportunity to learnhow to use our meditationexperience to meet the challengesof daily life, whether at work, athome or in our relationships.e course starts at 10am andruns through until 1pm wherelunch will be served.Duldzin Dragpa KadampaBuddhist Centre, 5a ButtercrossLane, Epping CM16 5AA EssexCM16 5AA. Sat 10 Dec 2011www.meditateinhertsandessex.org

MARIGOLDS JAZZ CLUBPRESENTS ’THE JOFOOKS QUINTETe Jo Fooks Quintetwww.jofooks.com Jo Fooks onsax, Ted Beament on keyboards,Dave Cliff on guitar, Ed Harisonon bass and Buster Birch on Drums.£8 on the door or £7 in advanceDOORS AND LICENSED BAROPEN AT 7.30PM ENQUIRIES01279 414174 / 421763 Harlow Cricket Club,Chippingfield, Old Harlow, EssexCM17 0DJ. Fri 30 Dec 2011www.musicatmarigolds.co.uk

WOODLANDMANAGEMENTJoin us for a day of practicalconservation work at HainaultLodge- Redbridge’s only localnature reserve. Adults. 10am-2pm. Free. Enquiries: 020 8559 2316Meet at Redbridge Cycling CentreCar Park, Forest Road, HainaultEssex IG6 3HP. Tue 13 Dec 2011

CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVALChristmas Trees decorated bylocal groups and businesses ondisplay in the church. Refreshmentsand stalls available throughoutthe festival in the Church Hall.Entrance FREE. Visitors areasked to vote for their favouritetree and a prize will be given tothe winning group or business.ere will be a BACONBRUNCH on the Saturdaymorning 11am on a donation basis. Also a CHRISTMAS CONCERTon the Saturday 7.30pm

Christmas Tree Festival times areSaturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday11.30am - 4.00pm is free. Ticketsfor the Concert only are £7.50available on 020 8508 7657 (ticketprice includes refreshments)Trinity Church, Mannock Drive,Loughton Essex IG10 2JDSat 10 Dec 2011 and Sun 11 Dec 2011www.loughtonchurch.org.uk

ANNUAL CHRISTMASCAROL CONCERTe Chigwell Choir presents atraditional Christmas carolconcert which is a very popularAnnual Event. Programme willinclude well known carols withaudience participation. e choirwill have brass bandaccompaniment with PaulChilvers on organ. e ChigwellChoir is pleased to be supportingVitalise, which is a nationalcharity providing short breaks(respite care) and other servicesfor people with physicaldisabilities, visually impairedpeople, and carers.8pm Admission on the door £8(students & schoolchildren free)including mulled wine & mince pies.St. Mary’s Church, High Road,Chigwell Essex IG7 6QPWed 14 Dec 2011www.chigwellians.org.uk

SANTA FUN RUN!On Sunday 11th December whynot take part in the St ClareHospice Santa Fun Run startingin Harlow Town Park at 11am?e 4km route takes you throughthe park, around the boundarybefore returning to cheers fromthe crowd. We would love to see300 Santa’s taking part this yearraising £10,000 which wouldfund our entire Inpatient Unit for57 hours over the festive period.Help us support local familiesthis Christmas by taking part inour Santa Fun Run. Childrenreceive a free Santa hat whenthey sign up and adults get a fullSanta suit. ere’s pre-start stalls,refreshments and entertainmentincluding a festive warm up, sureto get you in the mood and off toa flying start.All Santas need to register before theevent – simply register online at

www.stclarehospice.org.uk/santa.html contact 01279 773750, or emailfund@stclarehospice.org.uk. It costs£15 to register for adults and £5 forchildren under 15 years old.Harlow Town Park Essex CM20 2JD. Sun 11 Dec 2011www.stclarehospice.org.uk/santa.html

ADULT CHRISTMASDECORATIONWORKSHOPMake your own individual designwreath to make your home lookfestive with foliage grown here inthe forest. One circular wire ringwith moss and wire will beprovided per person. Bring yourown individual trimmings topersonalise i.e. fruit, nuts,cinnamon sticks, ribbon and baubles. Adults. 10am-12noon. £10 perperson, booking essential. Except inthe event of cancellation, no refundscan be given. Bookings: 020 85007353. Hainault Forest CountryPark, Romford Road, ChigwellEssex IG7 4QN. Sat 10 Dec 2011

JAZZ JAM IN BUCKHURST HILLAn open-mic jazz jam session forinstrumentalists and vocalists, orjust come along and listen tosome great jazz! If you are playing"Real Books" are available, but ifyou want to bring your ownmusic please make sure you bringtwo copies of the chords (and ifyou are playing a transposinginstrument, make sure they're inC please!). Please see our website or call or textKeith on 07970 910080.Starts at 8.00pm every Sundayevening. Admission £3Buckhurst Hill Sports and SocialClub, 50 Queens Road, BuckhurstHill Essex IG9 5BYSun 18 Dec 2011www.jazzjam.co.uk

CHRISTMAS SPARKLEFAIR - ART, CRAFT &CRAFT SUPPLIESUnique gifts * fabulous jewellery *creative cards * beauty products *goods for kids * stylish accessories* craft supplies (wool, buttonsetc.) * handmade soaps * woodgoods much more … (+ workfrom Art Group Wanstead)Refreshments – snacks and cakes

FREE ENTRY11am - 4.30pm Admission FREEChrurchill Room, WansteadLibrary, corner of Spratt Hall Road& Woodbine Place, WansteadLondon E11 2RQSat 17 Dec 2011

WANSTEAD PLACE WALKTakes place every Saturday. Easy,flat walk at gentle pace on hardsurfaces. Organised weekly walksas part of the Healthy LifestylesProgramme. Organised by theRedbridge Sport & PhysicalActivity team. All welcome10.30am (Approx 1 hour) Free.No booking required just turn up!Wanstead Place Surgery, entrance of Wanstead Place Surgery London E11 2SWSat 10 Dec 2011, Sat 17 Dec.

EXHIBITION: JAMESBRADLEY AND THEWANSTEADASTRONOMERSWanstead was a 17th centuryhotbed of astronomical thinking(both James Pound, Rector ofWanstead and his nephew, JamesBradley were Astronomers Royal)with fundamental advances inastronomy based on observationsmade there. Find out about theirdiscoveries and the 123 foottelescope erected at Wansteadusing a maypole from the Strandprocured by Isaac Newtonhimself! 020 8508 0028Free admission Normal TempleOpening Hourse Temple, Wanstead ParkLondon E11 2LTSat 17 Dec, Sun 18 Dec, Sat 24Dec to Tue 27 Dec, Sat 31 Dec toMon 2 Jan.www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/Corporation/LGNL_Services/Environment_and_planning/Parks_and_open_spa

CINDERELLAAs part of Open Stage, lastChristmas we asked you to pickour panto, and you choseCinderella! Written by ourdynamic duo Trish Cooke andRobert Hyman and with a castfeaturing a few familiar faces, thisyear's panto is going to be awhirlwind of lost slippers, ahandsome prince, and not justone but THREE delicious dames.Of course, we'll be adding all theextra Stratford East sparkle to bringa little magic to the holiday season.Book tickets now for by visiting

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www.stratfordeast.com or callingBox Office on 020 8534 0310.Tickets start at £6.eatre RoyalStratford East, Gerry RafflesSquare, Stratford London E151BN. u 15 Dec to Sat 17 Dec,Wed 21 Dec to Sat 24 Dec, Mon 26Dec to Sat 31 Dec, Mon 2 Jan toSat 7 Jan, Fri 13 Jan, Sat 14 Jan,Fri 20 Jan, Sat 21 Jan.www.stratfordeast.com

"FRIDAYS" OVER 30S DISCO“FRIDAYS” is open to anyoneover 30 who wants a great nightout in a sophisticated hotel venuewith great music and a friendlycrowd. We play music fromcurrent dance and R & B pluschart and Old Skool DanceClassics and classic sounds fromthe 80s jazz and funk era and abit of motown and rock too.Whether you’re single, a couple ora group of friends on a Fridaynight out, there’s something foreveryone at "Fridays"! MAKESURE YOUR WEEKENDBEGINS AT "FRIDAYS" !!! £7 before 10 and £8 after. Nomembership fee. Pay on the door.Please no sportswear or trainers.9 til 1 £7 before 10 and £8 after 10- no membership fee! Call 07932031181 or 07711 906294e County Hotel Essex IG8 9NY.

Fri 23 Dec 2011www.fridays-disco.co.uk

VALENTINES PARK WALKChristmas walk. Easy, flat walk atgentle pace on hardsurfaces/Steady pace, some gentleslopes and uneven terrain.Organised weekly walks as part ofthe Healthy LifestylesProgramme. Organised by theRedbridge Sport & PhysicalActivity team. All welcome. 11am (Between 1-2Hours). Free. No booking required,just turn up and enjoy the company!Enquiries: 020 8708 0952Valentines Park, (outside the Café),Ilford Essex. u 15 Dec 2011

IGLOO A GO GOHave a go at creating your veryown igloo, snow is optional!Suitable for all the family.Pre-booking essential.Time: 10.30am and 2.00pm atthe Countryside Centre NorthCost: A donation of £5.00 per childis requested Contact 01277 232944orndon Countryside Centre,orndon Park North, e Avenue,Brentwood Essex CM13 3RZTue 20 Dec 2011www.facebook.com/thorndoncp#!/event.php

CHRISTMAS CRAFTSIt's that time of year when wemake decorations using naturalmaterials; come and join us.Suitable for all the family.Pre-booking essential.Time: 10.30am and 2.00pm atthe Countryside Centre,orndon North. Cost: A donation of £5.00 per childis requested Contact: 01277 232944orndon Countryside Centre,orndon Park North, e Avenue,Brentwood Essex CM13 3RZu 22 Dec 2011www.facebook.com/thorndoncp#!/event.php

BOXING DAY WALKA walk, in aid of a local charity,run by the orndon ParkWalking and Running Group. All welcome.Time: 10.00am at theCountryside Centre, orndonNorth. Cost: A donation of £5.00per person is required Contact01277 232944. orndonCountryside Centre, orndon ParkNorth, e Avenue, BrentwoodEssex CM13 3RZ. Mon 26 Dec 2011www.facebook.com/thorndoncp#!/event.php

STAMP CLUB MEETINGDetails of this event were notavailable at the time that this

entry was inserted. All welcome.Organised by Brentwood &District Philatelic Society.19.30-22.00. Contact Bob Jackson(01277-811119).Room 40A,Sawyers Hall College Of Scienceand Technology, Sawyers HallLane, Brentwood Essex CM159DA. Wed 14 Dec 2011

MAD SCIENCECHRISTMAS CAMPS -BRENTWOODMad Science End of YearSpectacular & e Best of 2011!…See you there! Bring a packedLunch and a couple of Drinkswith you each! We're runningCamps during the ChristmasHolidays at:- Billericay, BishopsStortford, Brentwood,Chelmsford, Hornchurch, Leighon Sea, Sudbury & Tiptree. Contact Plasma Penny on 01245363 670 or via kidsscence@btconnect.com find out the funyou'll be having and to book yourplace. Day runs from 10:00 - 15:00Group Booking Discount:-Book andpay for 5 Children or more for oneday and get each child for £25 a day.Sawyers Hall Tech College, SawyersHall Lane Brentwood Essex CM15 9DA. Wed 21 Dec 2011www.madscience.org/east

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Reflecting 2011 –Contemplating2012… inking

back on this last year andthe features written for ourloyal readership, so muchhas happened that it hascertainly been busy andalways exciting.

Probably the biggesthighlight was PrinceWilliam’s and KateMiddleton’s marriage on 29thApril and as featured in theApril 2011 magazine. Asidemy column, we had a fabulousdouble page feature and somewonderful photographs tocommemorate this historicaland wonderful event. iswedding was a modernfairy-tale and watched bybillions around the globe and

despite the odd hiccup, such asPrince William leaving thehandbrake on his father’s,Prince Charles’s, Aston MartinDB6 Volante! – e weddingwas to perfection. Note thisfabulous vehicle, followed onfrom the DB5, used by JamesBond in underball andGoldfinger. e wedding wasspectacular and every second

of it, magnificent: Kate’s dress,Pippa’s dress, and despite thecomplications endured by thisincredible and indestructiblefamily, they have managed tosurvive, in order to continuethe Windsor dynasty. We Brits,certainly know how to put ona fabulous world-class, show!

Also and closer to home, theopening of Westfield inStratford. As more people arebecoming more familiar withthis new and excitingshopping centre, it certainly istaking a lot of locals away,from buying online. It’s nowfun to go shopping. On apersonal note, I have beenback a few times, and eachtime, I like it more and it’s noteven finished. So as itcontinues to evolve andlooking forward to 2012,Westfield and the fruition ofthe Olympic and ParalympicVillage within Olympic Park,plus the Olympic Games, ourareas will certainly be a focalpoint, as the world watches usagain. And as per usual, wewill not disappoint…As many of you have noticed,we regularly include apromotion of a local charitableevent. So, if you are lookingfor extra coverage whichwould be of interest to thereadership, do please tell usmore and wherever possible,send us photographs. We willalways try and help worthycauses. Charities supportedthis year, have included Haven

House, Richard House, Dr.Barnardos, Jewish Care, EssexInternational Search andRescue Team, Royal NationalLifeboat Institution plus somany more. For me personally, I am alwaysresearching and learning newinteresting facts relevant to theareas covered by themagazine’s circulation. e twohighlights were the literaryconnections as covered in theJuly/August 2011 magazineentitled: ‘Wanstead ExhibitionCelebrates the Literary Greatsfrom Essex’. Also that ArnoldSchwarzenegger trained in agym, not too far away fromour terra firma, when he firstarrived to London fromAustria. Despite his recent badpress, he’s still one of myfavourite actors, and whetherKindergarten Cop, HarryTasker in True Lies, or asHoward, in the brilliantChristmas film, Jingle All eWay, he’s entertaining andgreat fun.

ank you for all the lettersand emails received, yourfeedback is important to usand helps us, to keep theeditorials ‘just right’ and whichwill continue to keep youinterested and reading ourmagazines.

If you have any comments onthis feature, or would like to getin contact, please email me:Michelle@starcopywriting.com/ www.starcopywriting.com

ANOTHERYEARNEARLYOVERReflecting Upon This Year’sMagazines and Features

Michelle Harris

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When you readabout thefascinating stories

concerning local people, localbusinesses, good causes andthe countryside, towns andvillages that you are part of,don't you sometimes think thatthere are other topics thatwould look good in print?

Our "Life Series" ofmagazines cover Epping,Loughton, Chigwell,Buckhurst Hill, SouthWoodford, Wanstead,Brentwood and the beautifulsurrounding areas.

So, if you are a new business inEpping, a fund-raiser inLoughton, a charity organiserin Wanstead, a life-style coachin South Woodford or asuccessful community group inChigwell, we would love tohear from you. Or perhaps youare a keen amateur

photographer producing shotstaken in the immediate areathat would complement andenhance the articles in themagazine. Now's your chanceto see your name, or that ofyour organisation in print!

All you have to do is write anarticle (something between1000-1250 words), with photos, and email it to: patrick@fishmediagroup.co.uk orcall 07932 608 797.

You'll get the idea of the sortof thing we are looking for bybrowsing through this editionof the magazine. Don't worrytoo much about perfectgrammar or spelling - we willcheck it before it goes to print!

So how about it? Why not getthose creative juices going, sitdown and start thinking ofways in which you couldpublicise the part of yourLocal Life that is most

important to you? If you wantto talk about what you have inmind, or would like someadvice as to how to get thebest from the topic you wantaired, then please include acontact number so that we canhelp you.

Remember, "Life Series" set ofmagazines publishes articlesabout stories of general localinterest, so please don't sendus the account of great-auntMaud's wedding or yourprecious offspring's coming of age!

We would also be delighted toreceive photographs relating tothe area, illustrating aspects oflocal life, commerce or nature.Again, please send your files tothe above e-mail address -sorry but we are unable to accept printed media forinclusion in the magazine. Inall cases, material should be

original and the work of theauthor/sender. Fish MediaGroup reserves the right toedit and/or amend anymaterial and accepts noresponsibility for errors orinaccuracies, however caused.Origination and copyright willbe acknowledged whereappropriate. Usual terms andconditions apply, and areavailable upon request.

WE LOOK FORWARDTO HEARING FROMYOU!

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Well it’sthat timeof yearagain!Amazing

how quick the year seems togain momentum from NewYear celebrations to thefollowing Christmas. is yearhas been very difficult for manypeople, so in addition to lookingforward to Christmascelebrations and a welcomerespite from economic woes, letus all hope – 2012 is going to bea better year for most people …

Ultimately, Christmas celebratesthe birth of Jesus, and istherefore a very spiritual andimportant festival. e name -Christmas – is a combination of‘Christ’ and ‘Mass’. As a seasonof goodwill, kindness and joy, inaddition to the religious aspect,

we mark the day with excitingcelebrations, parties, exchangingof gifts, and bringing familiesand friends together tocelebrate as a group. isfestival is so wonderful, thatmany nationalities and otherreligions join in at some level, tobe part of this exciting holidaywhich is a key and importantdate in the calendar.

So where do we begin?! In theUK, for children (and actually most of us adults who arechildren at heart!) it’s thepresents! Santa Claus!Christmas tree! Sparking andglittering magic, sweets andendless excitement. And afterthe presents have been opened,the wrapping recycled and thegames have begun, bylunchtime, tired and hungry, it’stime to rest and enjoy a

sumptuous feast… is isprimarily, turkey (or goose),stuffing, vegetables, gravy, roastpotatoes, bread sauce, followedby mince pies with brandybutter, Christmas pudding andthen in case, there is still someroom for extra food to help youthrough to the evening …Christmas cake, chocolates,biscuits! … And then plans for aNew Year’s Resolution whichgenerally includes a diet andcommitment to join a gym!

An endless amount of To DoLists to make sure Christmasand the New Year celebrationsappear effortless and routine!Christmas cake needs to bemade (or bought!) and withenough time to mature. I alwaysadd a generous ‘drop’ of whiskeyto enhance the flavour. Anothertip is to soak the dried fruitovernight in fruit tea to both

plump up and sweeten the fruit.

Who’s coming? How many?Are there any special dietaryrequirements? All these things,considered well in advance,make it easier as the datelooms… Presents, a few spare incase of whatever?! And I wasamazed to see that even inSeptember, Harrods had aChristmas department! eshops are certainly gearedup to the commercialaspect of Christmas andhow to make it eveneasier, for us toindulge ourselves,friends and family.

Most of us areall very busy,juggling family,home work andother

responsibilities. Catering for alarge family and friends event, isan ordeal that perhaps is justtoo much for just one or twopeople. It is not unreasonableto delegate! A very good friendsuggested a list, rather like awedding list, but instead, themenu and full day’s eventsshould be itemised andcirculated to all invitees andwith option to select an aspector dish. Perhaps, responsibilityto organise the children’s game,or to bring a salad, desserts orpost-party selection ofbiscuits…. Involve everybodywho is invited as one long listfor the host/hostess, is just asingular item for another personor family.

Being invited to somebody’sChristmas party is always awelcome and kind gesture.Most guests offer some support,

so take them up on the offer! Infact,be

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constructive in what would berequired to make thehost/hostess also enjoy the dayinstead of missing most of thecamaraderie whilst in thekitchen, juggling pots and pans,or again, back in the kitchen orlarder, looking for extra bottlesof drink! at’s another one forthe list – Bar Person! …

So with whatever plans youhave, Christmas is one of thebest holidays of the year – andunlike any other holiday – youknow that upon return to yourdesk – there are less emails thannormal – because everybody elsehas been taking time off too!

Enjoy the festivities, fun and iffeeling in need of some exerciseto walk off the celebratorydinner, perhaps a potter downyour local High Street to enjoythe Christmas lights,decorations and shop windowsof your local retailers …

Wishing everybody a very -Merry Christmas and a HappyNew Year.

To the readership lookingforward to Chanukah from20th – 28th December – Happy Chanukah.

Michelle

SOME EXCITING EVENTSIN OUR AREAS DURINGDECEMBER

WANSTEADFather Christmas at The Temple.Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th December 2011Come and visit FatherChristmas in his traditionalGrotto in e Temple!Venue: e Temple,

Warren Road, Wanstead Park, Essex E11 2LT

Time: 12noon to 3pmCost: £6.50 per child

(includes gift). Tel: 0208 508 0028www.cityoflondon.gov.uk/eppingforest

LOUGHTONChristmas Tree Festival Sat 10 Dec 2011 and Sun 11 Dec 2011Christmas Trees decorated bylocal groups and businesses willbe on display in the Church.Refreshments and stallsavailable throughout the festivalin the Church Hall. Venue: Trinity Church,

Mannock Drive, Loughton Essex IG10 2JD

Time: Saturday 10am - 5pm and Sunday 11.30am -4.00pm

Cost: FREE. Visitors are asked to vote fortheir favourite tree and a prizewill be given to the winninggroup or business. Donations: ere will be aBACON BRUNCH on theSaturday morning 11am on adonation basis.

A Christmas Concerton Saturday, 10th December Time: 7.30pm Cost: £7.50 - Please book

in advance - (ticket includes refreshments)

Tel: 020 8508 7657

BRENTWOODChristmas Carols atBennetts Courtyard13 December 2011

Venue: Bennetts, 120 High Street, Brentwood, CM14 4AS

Time: 4.30 p.mTel: 01277 210104/624289 Celebrating the Christmasseason with carols, songs, mincepies, mulled wine (over 18sonly!) and great companyDonations: BrentwoodCrossroads Care, St. FrancisHospice and Hopefield AnimalSanctuary. (Sponsored by JaneBennett)

CHIGWELLChigwellian ChoralSociety Christmas CarolConcert – sponsoringVitalise14 December 2011Venue: St Mary’s Church,

Chigwell, IG7 6QQTime: 8 p.m.Cost: £8 (inc mulled wine

and mince pies) Students & Children – free

Tel: 020 8504 8443

If you have any comments on thisfeature, please write to me at:Michelle@starcopywriting.com.ank you.

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Phillip LeighPHILLIP LEIGH 'S LOCAL PROPERTY MARKET

END OF YEAR REPORT –THE MARKET COULD DO BETTER.

Iam sure that, like me, youare by now severelysuffering from bad newsfatigue with every piece of

written and broadcast mediaspewing out and regurgitatingthe same doom and gloomregarding the economy and theeuro crisis.

Just for once, estate agents arenot being labelled as the villainsof the piece, having just beenrelegated from the top of thepublic enemy number oneposition in the league of thedevious, dishonest anddishonourable, to now justbelow Politicians, Bankers andTabloid Journalists.

It is certainly a difficult time forforecasters and soothsayers witheach day bringing a new opinionor point of view. I am thereforeonly able to report on what hashappened or what is happeningtoday.

Bearing in mind the views Iexpress are only that of my own,and my first hand experience oflocal property, I can honestly saythat there has not been anynoticeable change in localproperty values during the past year.

As I have said many times, therewill always be the odd exception,but in the main it has beenexceptionally difficult toengender much interest inproperty that has been marketedabove £1.5 million.

We have probably been morefortunate than most in tying upa few deals at £2 million and a

little over. However, as we mustexpect, the top of our market isreceiving little attention. ebulk of business transacted hasin fact been well below the onemillion pound mark which nowrepresents a mental barrier to many.

Gone is the insatiable appetitefor large Bungalows andexpensive Apartments. istraditionally was the choice ofproperty for “empty nesters” whowere trading down afterreceiving a premium price fortheir mini mansions in theprime roads of Chigwell and

its environs.With planning permissionrecently granted for almost sixtynew apartments on four majorsites in Chigwell alone,Developers would be advised tothink very carefully whenselecting the design specificationand pricing of the proposedunits, before even digging a holein the ground. Hopefully theywill be well advised.

e days of 2003 when we soldout the entire development inBrook Parade for FaircloughHomes in just over one hourand twenty minutes, is now adistant memory, and probablynever to be repeated in mylifetime.

Out of interest we have justbeen instructed to sell one of thefinest 3 bedroom apartments inthis Showcase development atjust under £600,000.

As I stated in a recent column,buyers looking to acquire aquality home or one requiringwork or enlargement, should seethe coming Winter months as agolden opportunity to pick up abargain by getting out there andmaking offers. e old adage of

“if you don’t ask – you don’t get”should be the motto on yourshield of battle.

On the letting scene it is, aswith sales, linked toaffordability. e market isalways hot at between £800 and£1200 per month, but coolsprogressively above these figures,with even the best homes out inthe cold at figures above £4000 -£5000 per month.

We have traditionally reliedupon demands from ourPremiership footballers forhomes at these figures andabove, and over the past year hasseen several Spurs and WestHam players living in comfortand luxury. However, they haverecently found stiff competitionfrom some delightful youngpeople who have gained stardomin the TV Show, e Only Wayis Essex. e football transferwindow opens again for themonth of January, and we expectseveral new quality houses tocome on our books in readiness.

What is my prediction for 2012 ?Well as I said earlier one cannever be certain. I certainlywould not stake a fortune on it,but would be happy to takeanyone’s money who wanted towager on local prices rising.

Seasons Greetings to you all,and my best wishes if you are buying, selling, letting or renting.

Phillip Leigh is principal ofPhillip Leigh Associates ofChigwell. Tel: 020 8501 2424E-mail: phillip@phillipleigh.com

For past articles from 2011www.phillipleigh.com and click on Blogs.

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Every Christmas,the brave firefighters atLoughton FireStation, build a

terrific Santa’s Grotto, so thatFather Christmas, can drop byand see all the children havingfun! e event is organised tosupport the Burned Children’sClub.

Last year, the Christmasfundraiser, was very successfuland fully supported by the localcommunity. is year, Santa’sGrotto (and Christmas Market)will be for two days instead ofthe usual one. Activities willinclude: visiting FatherChristmas in the Grotto (withphotograph), face paints, raffle,cakes, teas and coffees, snowmachine and especially, aswithin the Fire Station, allchildren can play on the fireengines! An incredible andexciting treat for children topretend to be heroes plus everychild, will receive a free gift/toy.

Speaking to Tim Wright, aboutthe event, he commented: “Ireally like it when we all pulltogether as a team and usesome of our "other" skills tobuild the whole Santa Grotto.Alongside with our excellentOpen Day in the summer, thesedates are a real testament to thisteam’s ethic. Leading up to itwe are all discussing the bestways to advertise or how best toget prizes for the raffle. We geta chance to be creative.”

Teamwork is crucial and as partof their professional day, the firefighters are close-knit and worktogether to save lives, helpingpeople involved in accidentsand they also educate the localcommunity. ey advisepreventative measures, weshould all be implementing inorder to protect ourselves, suchas the importance of safedriving. As Tim was speaking,I recalled the film Ladder 49with Joaquin Phoenix and JohnTravolta. is terrific filmcertainly helped me to

understand the horrors andbravery necessary by firefighters on a daily basis.

Tim Wright added: “We workhard on the fireground, oftendealing with some horrific stuff.

Car crashes tend to be theworst. In those environmentsit’s imperative that we work as ateam, we help each other outand we look out for each other.Most of us go through somepretty extensive training and we

work hard at the station tomaintain that level ofprofessionalism. As anemergency service we areunique. We are there to covereverything that the police orambulance cannot cover. at

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RAISING MONEY FORCHILDREN’S CHARITYAT LOUGHTON FIRE STATIONWords: Michelle Harris

ALL IMAGES COPYRIGHT @ LOUGHTON FIRE STATIONFIRE FIGHTERS AT LOUGHTON FIRE STATION

PRESENTING A CHEQUE TO THE BURNED CHILDREN'S CLUB.

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means almost everything. Weare medically trained so we areoften dealing with casualties,sometimes pretty gory stuff,often on our own waiting forthe attendance of theambulance service. We aretrained and equipped to dealwith terrorist attacks and waterrescue for example.” Covered inthis year’s March issue of themagazine, a feature wasdedicated to the EssexInternational Search andRescue Team. Len Cleary ofLoughton Fire Station, was ateam member who flew out toNew Zealand, to help rescuesurvivors, trapped in thewreckage.

Speaking about the event lastyear, fire fighter Sharon Blute(who had the idea for afundraising exercise to raisemoney for the charity) said:“Last year was only meant tobe, a one-off, but it seemed sucha shame because the event wasa huge success. All the mumsand dads really encouraged usto do it again. I think everyonewho attended had a fantastictime. Because of this wedecided to run the event over

two days this time. Hopefullywe will raise twice the amountwe did last year for the BurnedChildren’s Club and make twiceas many children happy.” Lastyear, over £600 was raised forthe charity.

Fire fighter Ben Pullen, wholives locally and who is alsobased at Loughton Fire Stationadded: “'It’s great! We feel thatLoughton Fire Station shouldplay a part in providing thesetype of community basedevents. It’s something at thestation we feel very stronglyabout. Our job isn’t just aboutputting out fires and rescuingpeople - we understand that wehave an important role workingwithin the community andhelping those who are not asfortunate as ourselves.''

Speaking about last year’s event,sub officer Kevin RolandLeppard, who is the officer incharge at Loughton FireStation commented: “'Last yearIt was a real pleasure to see justhow happy all the kids were -there was a real buzz! It wasgreat, because it was a reflectionof the attitude and hard work ofeverybody involved atLoughton Fire Station. isyear the team has worked evenharder, but I know how muchthe fire fighters enjoy the fruitsof their labour - which for usmeans happy kids, happy mumsand dads and plenty of moneyraised for the charity.”

With respect to localcommunity work, Tim added:“We liaise with schools andcolleges, or cubs or brownies,delivering preventativemessages such as the dangers ofplaying with matches. It’s thisdiversity that I really love, andsometimes this often gets loston members of the public. It isnot unrealistic to say that in thecourse of a day we might besaving the life of a member ofthe public in the morning, thengo onto a visit to the localRainbows of Cubs to showthem how the hoses work!”

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GOOD LUCK TO THEFANTASTIC TEAM ATLOUGHTON FIRESTATION…Loughton Fire Station, Old Station Road,Loughton IG10 4PEDates: 10th-11th DecemberTimes: 2pm to 8pmEntrance: £5Raising funds for thecharity: Burned ChildrensClub Contact Details for theLoughton Fire Station aboutthe event: 020 8508 3676

BURNED CHILDREN’S CLUBplease see their website:www.burnedchildrensclub.org.uk

e Burned Children's Clubis a registered charityfounded in 1994.ey offer much-neededsupport for young burnsurvivors and their families.Charity Number: 1062024

PATRONS INCLUDE: Sir Michael Hodgkinsonand Lady ElspethHodgkinsonJamie and Louise RedknappHonourable MemberProfessor James FrameFRCS.

Burned Children's Club114 MiddlecrockerfordVangeBasildonEssex SS16 4JA

T +44 (0)1268-527-796 M +44 (0)7876-636-415 E burncamp@tiscali.co.uk

OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS FROM GREEN WATCH LOUGHTON

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Eyeskate at the London Eye

�is 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

Feel 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

Ice Rink

Glide round the shops this Christmas! Westfield London will be cooler than ever as an ice rink takes over the Atrium. �e rink is made with real ice and it’s indoors so you don’t have to worry about the weather! �e 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.

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Open 7 days a week and located in the magnificent setting of Canada Square Park, surrounded by Canary Wharf ’s world famous towers. �e 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

present Skate at Somerset House

�is 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

For 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

Museum Ice Rink

�e 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 celebrates its 5th year with a magical new Ice Rink. �e 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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This season it'sofficially a man'sworld when itcomes to dressingup. With Chanel,

Stella McCartney and Dolce &Gabbana all going crazy on thecatwalks for gender-bendinglooks, there's no place forfeminine frills and frocks inyour wardrobe.

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TOMBOY TACTICSCute and understated, tomboysexiness is surprisinglyeasy to exude.

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BOYFRIEND BORROWERYou don't actually need a manto work this look - but if youhave one, raid his wardrobe.Husbands, dads, grandads,boyfriends and brothers,beware!

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be mistaken for a man on thestreet. If you're wearing a shirt,

unbutton for a dash of femininesex appeal.

Mannish accessories likebraces, brogues, a bow tie ortrilby will add anotherdimension to your look, but besure to team these with a morefeminine ensemble.

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It seems everyone hasheard of cosmeticdentist Ash Parmar.He certainly arrived onthe scene with a bangearlier this year with

the launch of hisstate-of-the-art dental practicein Chigwell. But what of theman himself and how he foundhis way in dentistry? Let’s find out.

Ash was born in Kenya in 1969and moved to the UK whenaged 11. His family settled inIlford and Ash attended localschools. All through hislearning, Ash favoured thesciences and when it came to ‘A’levels he thought aboutmedicine, and training to be adoctor, or dentistry. His choicewas confirmed when the Headof his 6th Form organised workexperience at a nearby dentalpractice.

“It was a new practice and I wasso impressed with what I sawthat even though I was only 15at the time, I made up my mindto go for the subjects I neededto get a place at University.”Next stop was Guys DentalHospital, one of the top dentalinstitutions, and four and a halfyears learning his craft. Hequalified in 1991 and followedthat with Vocational Trainingfor one year at a family dentalpractice in Chingford.

Over the next ten years, Ashwould build up a great portfolioas an associate and then apartnership with three flag shippractices in Hornchurch,Barnet and Hertford.It was during this time that hemet Jyoti, also a dentist. “Wewere introduced at a weddingand we just clicked” said Ash.ey married in 1996 and nowlive in Buckhurst Hill withtheir two children. Jyoti workspart time at the ChigwellPractice providing routinedentistry and also orthodontictreatment.

THE NEXT STAGE OF HISJOURNEY…..It was some years before Ash’svision for dental health becamecrystal clear. at happened inearly 2000 when he met LarryRosenthal, one of the topcosmetic dentists from NewYork. “I attended a seminar inLondon and found himinspirational and life changing”said Ash, who decided cosmetic

dentistry was the way forwardfor him. “I am a great believerin learning from the very bestand that is what I did.”

Ash went to the United Statesto spend time with LarryRosenthal, whose clienteleincluded Donald Trump,Michael Douglas andCatherine Zeta Jones. “I alsorecognized that whatever

cosmetic dentistry you aredoing, understanding about thebite and function isfundamental, and if that is notdone properly problems canoccur.” So, in order to masterand implement the techniquesneeded, Ash then sought outthe best dentists in America.en another life changingmoment occurred when he metHilt Tatum, known as the

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“father of implant dentistry”.“He was doing pioneering workin this area and quickly becamethe best teacher and mentor.Yet again my philosophy toalways work with and learnfrom the best has paid off andhelped make me the person Iam now.”

But more was to come. At adental conference in 2004 at theAmerican Academy ofCosmetic Dentistry, Ash metWilliam Dorfman who was themain dentist on ExtremeMakeover in USA. Dorfmangave a seminar to 1,000 dentistswho in turn gave him astanding ovation because as aresult of the TV programme, hehad put cosmetic dentistry onthe map and significantlyincreased the profile ofdentistry in a positive way. Onthe plane on the way home,Ash made his decision tocontact a TV company in theUK to get interest in a homegrown version of the show.

EXTREME MAKEOVERCOMPELS A UKAUDIENCE…..Was it a coincidence then to beapproached by a Britishproduction company and giventhe option to be the leadcosmetic dentist on the veryfirst series of ExtremeMakeover? “ey gave us theoption to film the first seriesand it went so well they wanted

us to do more.” It was sosuccessful he went on to filmthree series. Ash was suddenlycatapulted into a media world,which came with exceptionalnational media and presscoverage, and he was high onadrenaline as he changedpeoples’ lives.

“It was a fabulous experienceand one I will remember for therest of my life” said Ash. “epeople we helped, how itchanged their lives, and thebefore and after pictures tellfascinating storylines. I had somany positive testimonials andin many ways I was blessed tobe part of it all.”

Ash’s next vision was to openhis own practice. e whole of2010 was spent researching,planning and finding the rightproperty which then neededextensive refurbishment. Nextcame the installation ofhigh-tech and revolutionaryequipment and the highestpriority was staff recruitment.Ash has built a team to ensurethat every client who walksthrough the door gets the bestexperience possible from theirtime at the practice.

e climax of a branding andmedia campaign was the launchof Smile Design by Ash at theDavid Lloyd Centre inChigwell, with over 200 peoplepresent, and a chance for Ash to

talk to his audience personallyabout his philosophy, hisexperience and the new practice.

“I am very happy with the waythe practice has steadily grown,and the quality of care andstandard of dentistry we provide.Word of mouth referrals areincreasing all the time and thebuzz I get from the emotionalreaction when people see thedifference not just to their teeth,but their smile and confidence,is so rewarding.”

Many people have experienceda “nightmare” at the dentist atsome time in their lives. It’s abarrier that is slowly comingdown. Ash provides a freeinitial consultation and offers aunique and comprehensivedental assessment; the best modern technology; digitalpictures; and comfortable, painfree treatment.

e truth lies in the case studieswhich appear each month in

this magazine. As a patient,and the author of this article, Ican certainly testify to all theclaims made by Ash.e practice also offers FacialAesthetics as an extension to a“perfect smile” with cosmeticprocedures to enhance lips andeyes by two artistic, skilled andexperienced consultants.

What of the man when he is offduty? Ash loves golf,swimming, the gym and goingto the theatre. His spiritualdevelopment is also veryimportant and he wants to putmore of his energies into hisfavourite charity in India: Foodfor Life Vrindavan-www.fflvrindavan.org. “It’sfantastic the work they do ingiving free clothing, educationand meals to the poorest of thepoor. I have seen the “roughstones” - children off the streets- transformed into “polishedjewels” as a result of this work. ”

Over and above all else, Ash is afamily man. ose familyvalues are all encompassing andhelp to make him an engagingman who is thoroughly likeableand trustworthy. Dad Bhikhuis also a partner in the businessand much valued and respected.“e only reason I have comethis far is the total support ofmy family.” said Ash. “We may have been new toChigwell, but we feel very much at home here and wanted.”www.smiledesignbyash.co.uk020 85000544

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DECAY AND FILLINGSAs we approach Christmas andwill no doubt be eating a lotmore, I thought I would write afeature on what causes cavities inteeth, and give advice on the typeof restorations available to rebuilddamaged teeth.

What is decay?Tooth decay is the commonestdental problem that requirestreatment. ere are bacteria inthe plaque that use the sugar infood and drinks to produceACID, which dissolves toothsurfaces. is causes cavities i.e.decay.

What is the treatment for decay?First and foremost, education andprevention is the key. In children,we offer fissure sealants – theseare tooth coloured sealants thathelp protect the vulnerablefissures on the biting surfaces ofthe molars and thus avoid decay.In adults, if there is a small ormedium sized cavity, then fillingscan be done with a laser withoutthe need for injections or drilling.If there is a larger cavity, then alarge white filling or a porcelaininlay should be considered. Goldand amalgam fillings are alsoavailable.

Finally, if the decay is really deepand has reached the nerve, thenroot canal treatment is required.is intricate treatment iscomfortable once the area hasbeen numbed up, but requiresincreased time and can beexpensive. It is ideal to place acrown over a root filled tooth toprotect it in the long-term.

What are the advantages oftooth coloured (white) fillings?White fillings are bonded to thetooth substance. ey are strongand long lasting. e fillings also

look very natural, and there is nomercury content (compared tothe silver amalgam fillings).

What are the two types of toothcoloured filling?Porcelain inlays or overlays areprecision made porcelain fillingsthat are securely bonded to theteeth. ey are the most cosmeticand strongest white fillingsavailable. is is because porcelainis made from ceramic material, asopposed to conventional whitefillings (composites) that are resinbased. ey are indicated for largecavities or badly broken down teeth.

For small to medium sizedcavities, composite fillings areideal. We have many shades offilling materials to match yourteeth perfectly. ese fillings arebonded to the teeth using aspecial bonding resin. We use ablue light to set the filling hardinstantly so you can eatimmediately. Careful attention ispaid to shaping and polishing therestorations to produce an idealand smooth finish.

What are the best ways ofpreventing decay?1. An annual clinical examinationand regular X-rays are essential todetect and monitor decay.2. Good oral hygiene. Patientswho clean their teeth well (i.e.good tooth brushing and dailyflossing) should have less decaybecause more of the plaque(containing bacteria) is removed.3. Reduce the frequency of sugarintake. It is important to avoidsugary things in between meals.Each time you have somethingsweet to eat, the acid that isproduced causes damage to theteeth for up to one hour.erefore, the more often youhave something sweet, the moredecay will occur. A packet of polomints eaten at regular intervalsthroughout the day can do farmore damage than a bar ofchocolate eaten in one go!4. A patient who is at risk fromdecay should use a fluoridemouthwash (e.g. ColgateFluoriguard) regularly. Fluoridestrengthens the tooth surface(enamel) and helps resist decay.5. Sugar free chewing gum.

Chewing sugar free gumfollowing a sweet meal will washaway the acid quicker byincreasing the amount of salivaproduced in your mouth. 6. Avoid sugary food/drinks lastthing at night. A cup of hotchocolate just before bed is not agood idea because whilst sleepingthere is no saliva flow. ereforethe acid will linger on the teethlonger causing more decay.

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Ahappy Christmas to all those who read this column anda big thank you to those who have commented,answered questions etc. It’s been so lovely getting thefeedback. As we all approach the festive season, I wish

you a great one and a happy and healthy 2012. I love this time of theyear and the opportunity to look ahead and plan.

I think we all feared that we’d have similar weather this year tolast but so far, so good. It’s meant that I’ve enjoyed some amazingautumn walks with my East End Girls and it’s been really warm.Layers have been invaluable and as you know I recommend themfor all walking at this time of the year especially. It’s horrible to betoo warm or too cold.

Over the last couple of months, we’ve walked from Paddingtonback to Mile End along the canal and also from Mile End to theO2. e latter one has a bit of canal walking first, then along theames to Island Gardens, through the tunnel where we boughtlunch and then walked up to Blackheath through the park and had apicnic there. From our vantage points we could see our destinationbut the best laid plans meant that we didn’t quite get there in theway we expected so it was the less picturesque route most of the way.One thing you need to be aware of when you go out is the need to

have a plan B or at least be able to go off on another track. I oftencarry an A-Z to find nearest tube stops or alternative routes. I lovemaps hence the A-Z but of course a GPS on your mobile phonewill work just as well.

On the walks I’ve mentioned, they are fairly straight forward andthere are so many opt out points so you can end at a number ofplaces depending on how far you want to walk, how you feel, whatothers in your group are capable of etc. ere are also a number ofplaces ‘en route’ to eat or have coffee so all needs catered for. So greatto have these options in your locality. I love the way London is soeasily accessible as it gives such a range of places to walk.

Actually as part of my thank you’s, I need to thank all thewonderful women I walk with whose photos end up emblazoned onthe pages of this great publication and which elicit responses fromtheir friends, colleagues and loved ones. ey never know when theirhappy faces and antics will appear.

As you may have gathered I more often than not have my camerawith me and more and more I use my phone. I was looking for somephotos earlier today to illustrate a blog and I had so much joylooking back through all the memories I’ve captured. I just need tolook at photos and all the feelings and happenings of the day comeback to me.

Having mentioned a blog, I wanted to steer you in the directionof a couple of my blogs. e first is my walking group -http://eastendgirls.blogspot.com/. is one get’s updated sometimesbefore and definitely after a monthly walk. In it you’ll see the photosof the trip to Burgundy. e second blog is the one about the longdistance walk through France and Spain called the Camino. Teresa

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and I started this in 2008 and hope to cover two sectionsin 2012 to take us to the French/Spanish border.http://teresaandheatherwalkthecamino.blogspot.com/I’ve been told that this blog is very inspirational and aswell as capturing the stories for us, I’m delighted if itmotivates others to walk this too. Let me know what youthink.

I also made it back to France at the start of Novemberto plan for some breaks including walking in Burgundyand it was glorious. So many great walks to take there soif you’re into walking it’s an area worth exploring andvery quiet so no major crowds.

It has started to get a little cooler now and earlier thisweek, I had to up the layers as there was frost first thing.Also added the gloves and scarf and they were really important eventhough I was able to take them off again later. When it gets colderthey’ll stay intact.

I do realise that for some of you, when winter comes, exercisemight be the last thing on your mind but what if you could findsomething that could become part of your life and had an ease to it?

Well, that’s walking, often described by health experts as “almostperfect exercise” and, it offers an amazing number of benefits. Wouldyou believe me if I told you that a walk first thing in the morningwill set you up for the day ahead? Or that a walk in the cold after aheavy lunch will help your digestion and make you feel wonderfulwhen you return to a warm home and a hot cuppa?

My current list has 43 health benefits on it, of which 13 arephysical health related and 6 benefits to our mental health so it’s nota bad pedigree. And as 70% of adults don’t take enough exercise tobenefit their health, walking would seem to be a great place to start.It’s a low-impact, aerobic exercise suitable for just about everyoneregardless of age or size and you can do it where you want, when youwant and for as long as you want. Apart from a pair of flatcomfortable shoes which are a necessity, you even have your kit withyou when traveling. How good is that for your stress relief andwellbeing?

Only 30 minutes a day is what is generally prescribed and that’snot too difficult to fit in. Once you get that really built into yourschedule you may find that you want to take it further and explorefarther afield. Walking really helped me get to know my locality and

when I take others out they often comment on places theydidn’t know. At times when I know I should walk but timeis tight, I really think about fitting it into the other things Ihave to do. Recently a walk has often ended at the bank,dry cleaners, post office or at the supermarket and if thesupermarket, I get my weight training too. At the weekend,instead of getting into the car, I walked to deliver somegoods and killed two birds with one stone.

If you are a convert to walking, you will know thebenefits for yourself so please do tell me of your favouritewalks, I’m sure I could learn of new places for me. If you’rean arm chair walker as I discussed last month, then keepdoing as you were doing but if there is an interest then tryit out, have a go.e best way to start is slowly with yourgoal being to build up the pace to one that is comfortable

for you and where you are able to hold a conversation while you arewalking. And remember that although 10,000 steps is what theworld’s health experts maintain we need to do a day to keep ushealthy, as I said just 30 minutes of brisk walking daily can helpprevent disease, maintain weight and improve your mentalwellbeing. Even better is the fact that this 30 minutes can be brokendown into smaller chunks helping to fit it into your lifestyle. So awalk to the post box and back; up and down stairs instead of usinglifts – you know the kind of thing.

You will find that walking also improves your self- esteem, relievessymptoms of depression and anxiety, and improves your mood.ose 'feel good' endorphins that give you a healthy natural high,makes your skin glow and helps reduce stress. It relaxes us, burns upthe subcutaneous fat layer under the skin giving us better muscledefinition and making our skin look less dimpled and tauter and aswe tend to eat more healthily, we lose weight and through drinkingmore water the toxins are removed from our skin as well as the restof our bodies. Phew!

It’s a great protector from winter ills and this is the 6th year in arow now that I have not fallen foul of colds, flu etc. I know it’s mywalking and there’s no way I intend to stop. If you fear the snifflesthat this time of year brings, invest in building your immune system,get those shoes on and get walking.Heather Waringheather@waringwell.com020 8220 6919 n

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Kirstie Allsopp'srushing aroundthinking aboutrobins, baubles,tinsel and all sorts

of Christmas things.While the rest of us probably

end up in a last-minute rushuntangling decorations andchecking the fairy lights, theproperty and home expert hasimpressively already chosen hercolour theme and evenproduced a hand-made Robindecoration.

"It's really early I know, andnot like me," she says with anapologetic smile. "Normally, it'swell into December before I getmyself organised, but I've beenable to 'cheat' this year as I'vedone bits and pieces over thelast few months as part of mywork."

Allsopp's been able to steal amarch on the rest of us as someof her projects for her latestChannel Four TV series,Kirstie's Handmade Britain,have been Christmas-focused.

"I've always had thechildren's home-madedecorations and now I'm goingto have my own - I'm hoping tomake a few more robins if Ihave time. It gives the tree alovely personal feel," she says.

It will be a getawayChristmas for the presenter,who's leaving London andspending the festive season inher family holiday home inDevon, with her partner, BenAndersen, their two sons, Bay,five, and Oscar, three, andAndersen's sons from hisprevious marriage, Orion 11,and Hal, eight.

"We can have an enormousreal tree there, which Benstaggers home with and thenputs up with me shoutinginstructions.

"e boys and I have a greattime choosing what to go on it,"she says with a beam.

"I absolutely love decorationsand put a lot of time intomaking the whole house lookreally festive. I'm certainly not apuritan about the 'look' -honestly, you can't have toomuch colour and sparkle," shesays.

Allsopp says there's no needto stress about seasonal decor."It's a time of year when you

can let yourimagination go wild.If you're strugglingon a colour theme,simply pick thecolour whichfeatures on most of yourbaubles.

"ere are no taste rules inmy book. e only bad tree is anundecorated tree," she says.

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"Get a hand-made look withfelt embroidered decorations orpainted wooden ones, and add atraditional touch with tinyrobins and reindeer.

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She dresses her table with agarland of holly and ivy downthe centre, entwined aroundlarge silver and glasscandlesticks, and interspersestubs of red poinsettias. Whitenapkins embroidered with redChristmas trees are a finishingtouch.

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WHITE WONDERLAND"White and silver, with greenfoliage, is my favourite themethis year," says Chrissie Rucker,founder of e WhiteCompany.

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"Wreaths are so versatile andI often hang one over thedining table, or lay one flat andfill it with three big white pillarcandles."

Her table decoration is classicand simple: A runner down thecentre and a parade of tealightsin glass holders, mixed withvarying sizes of glasscandlesticks, as well as glassvases filled with white roses andhyacinths.

Get the look:Glass 2-Ball PillarCandle Holder, £35;Frosted LeafWreath, £65, andBattery OperatedLED Pin Lights,£15; box of fourceramicheart-shapedtealights, £18, allfrom e WhiteCompany. Make astatement withMarks & Spencer'ssplendid silver StagTealight Holder,£125, available nowin store and onlinelate November; andNext's Snowy Paper Tree, £50,will also look stunning in anycontemporary home.

VERY BERRY CHRISTMAS"is year's hippest Christmaslook is all about going boldwith vibrant berry shades," saysIsobel McKenzie-Price,editorial director of Ideal Homemagazine.

"Pink-toned colours likeraspberry, grape, blackcurrantand magenta have been thebest-selling shades indecorating for the pastcouple of years, so it's nosurprise that they've nowbecome the hottest lookfor the festive season."

Zingy raspberry andrich, plummy purples willgive decorations acontemporary edge, she says,especially if they're mixedwith bronze or goldaccessories to add depth.

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"Also, work with threes forfestive drama - hang a cluster ofthree large baubles on a door,and display three wreaths on aplain wall."

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Multi awardingwinning Essexbased companyRGB won their 4th

National award. e ERT awardis the most prestigious awardknown in the electrical industry.e ERT Awards 2011 tookplace in London last month, withretailers and manufacturers fromall over the UK coming togetherto celebrate excellence andoutstanding achievements in theelectrical retailing sector. After arecord number of entries to theawards, the event, which was heldat the prestigiousCommonwealth Club venue incentral London, was a completesell-out. ousands of entriesnationwide were filtered down tothree finalists.

e ceremony was co-hostedby ERT's Editor Sean Hannamand Managing Editor AndrewDavies. Paul Clarke, Field SalesManager from LG stepped up tothe stage and revealed that RGBhad once again won the awardand presented the trophy to Jasonand Dennis Digwa. RGB foughtoff stiff competition to win the“Best retailer of the year 2011”.“To win the award last year wasan amazing achievement howeverto retain the award for the secondyear is a true accolade” saidDennis Digwa. Many retailersapproached the Essex Boy’s Jasonand Dennis Digwa tocongratulate them on the award.e ERT award was based onmany aspects including mysteryshoppers, quality and quantity ofproducts on display and ready fordemonstration. RGB now alsooffer home appliances fromwashing machines to integratedovens and cookers and with theirnew price promise gives then theedge in a competitive industry.

e prestigious ERT award,described by RGB director JasonDigwa as “the Ultimate Electricalindustry award” was a greatachievement for RGB and showsby continually investing in theirstores and customer service, it haspaid off. After winning theAAA Award 2010-11, ERTAward 2010, IER (IndependentElectrical retailer) award 2011-12RGB now added the ERTAward 2011 to their collection ofawards within the last year.

e family oriented businessprides itself on great service and

amazing offers in the field ofelectrical retail for over twodecades. ese qualities have seenthe business expand, increasingits turnover four fold over since2000 and now winning anothernational recognition of thehighest form. RGB’s buyingpower allows them to marketexclusive deals which otherElectrical retailers cannot offer.“Our commitment is based ontwo long-term objectives thatshape everything we do here atRGB: Delivering an outstandingservice that meets the needs toour customers and deliveringexceptional value.

e showroom was designedwith the customer's ease ofpurchasing in mind, boasting adedicated Demo Room,numerous lifestyle interactive

zones and fully operationalproducts on display. All staff aremanufacturer trained, thereforehaving the abilities to showcasingthe full features and benefits ofall the available products.

“We wanted to create anelectrical store that would standout from the crowd. A store thatwould personify what a truecustomer experience is all about.We hope our store shows that weare not afraid to invest in whatwe truly believe in” Jason Digwa,Director.RGB have recently celebrated

their 21st Birthday on the 26thNovember with amazing offerssuch as an American fridgefreezer for only £449, a LG 50”Plasma for £399 and a Samsung40” LED for only £399.Customer queued from the early

hours to grab these plus manymore amazing bargains. Weasked Dennis Digwa if you hadto buy a TV which one wouldyou buy? “ere are many offersavailable at the moment such asthe Sony & Samsung cash backand discounted home cinemapackages. Personally the SonyKDL55HX923 with a free PS3,5 year warranty for £2149 is oneI am keeping an eye on howeverI would always advise anyone tocome and visit the store tochoose which TV suits you”.Dennis Digwa

Ilford showroom: 543-549 HighRoad, Ilford, Essex, IG1 1TZ, 020 8924 7744

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SINCE CHAPLINS OPENED IT’S DOORSALMOST 20 YEARS AGO IT HAS SHOWCASEDAND DELIVERED THE VERY BEST IN STYLE,QUALITY AND SERVICE TO A LONG LIST IFDISCERNING CLIENTELE, INTRODUCING MANY INTERNATIONAL BRANDS TO THE UK MARKET FIRST.

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Spread over 25,000square feet, Chaplinsscour the internationaldesign scene to

display over 180 of the biggestand most exciting Europeanfurniture and lighting brandsincluding B&B Italia, Cassina,Ligne Roset, Hulsta and RolfBenz, to name but a few. Allthese wonderful collections areheld under one roof, making itan inspiring one-stop solutionfor your entire homefurnishing needs.

Managing Director, SimonChaplin is the secondgeneration to take control ofwhat is a family run business.Simon’s fascination stems backto his youth, “I was fortunateenough to grow up in afurniture family so eventhough I was not working, Iwas learning through osmosis!”

Simon’s vision when takingover the Chaplins dynasty wasto not only showcase thelargest retail space showinghigh-end contemporaryfurniture and design in theUK, but to also build aconcierge service around it,offering their clients a fullytailored package from the

building stage to the finishingtouches.

He goes on to explain,“Running a business enablesme to build a team that I valuewho share the same designethos. Furniture runs in myblood, It is not a business fornumbers although they alwayshave to add up! It is a businessthat has to be led by passion orthe end result will reflect this.”

As an independent run storeall Chaplins staff have abackground in design and arequalified to give you the fullestpossible assistance, which isfriendly, expert and efficient,taking your personal wishesinto account. Simon goes on tosay, “e love of design can beseen in every element of ourcustomers’ lives, from the carsthey drive to the watches theywear to the houses they live in.It is our skill of interpretationusing these outwards signswhich enable us to connectwith our client base.”

When asked what makesChaplins unique to otherfurniture stores Simonexplains “Working with over150 design houses, it allows us

to edit collections rather thanbe dictated to by a singlebrand as many furniture storesaround Europe are. isreflects in the individuality ofour displays and crosses overto our client’s homes. AtChaplins we enjoy a freedomto express our love for designand to push boundaries andtrends quickly, without havingto run through and constantlyanalyse figures."

If all the fabulous pieces ondisplay in this design heavenproves too much for you,Chaplins also offer a ‘HomeDesign Service’ as many oftheir elegant storage systemsfor bedrooms and officesrequire an expert level ofplanning, which naturally they

provide. is includes full floorplans, plus delivery andinstallation which is alwayscarried out by their own teamof fully trained fitters whoknow how to handle furnitureand realise the importance ofeach piece, protecting andcaring for it throughoutdelivery and installation as if itwas their own.

As well as working on projectsthroughout the UK, Chaplinswork all over the world.Liasing with designers andarchitects on various sizedprojects. Recent projects haveincluded a 40 million Eurohome in Cap Ferrat, South ofFrance and 68,000 sq ftmansion in Dubai. However

they are just at home workingon a TV room in the quietsuburbs, which surround them.

So what does Simon predictwill be the next big trend incontemporary furnituredesign? “I’d like to think greatinteriors are timeless. Aninterior should reflect anindividual’s personality andlifestyle more than current trends."

Although Chaplins are veryproud of their showroom inHatch End, Middlesex theyalso appreciate that buyingtrends are changing andpeople are using the internetfor both research purposes andto make the occasionalpurchase. e Chaplinswebsite (www.chalplins.co.uk)

is well worth the visit. As wellas stylish furniture andaccessories, it features atrend-led section full ofinspiring ideas and product news.

Simon finishes up by saying"we have worked with clientsin the Essex and surroundingareas for many years and ourdelivery teams can be seen asoften there as in our ownlocality! Our furniture isperfectly suited to many of theindividual and morecontemporary homes in the area"

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Lights, camera,action - the newfocus for interiorsis on winterlighting which

transforms rooms into stunningsettings.

In recent years, designers haveturned the spotlight oneverything from pendants tothe humble table lamp - and theeffects are magical.

Myriad influences have inspireddesigns, including flights offancy featuring pets and junglecreatures, the equipment usedon film sets and inphotographers' studios, and,naturally, glamour with crystaland bling adorning even simpleshades.

While designers set the trend, itcomes at a price. But these daysthe high street is quick to followwith affordable replicas sothere's no need to feel left in thedark if your budget's tight.

Follow the lighting lead of thePrime Minister's wife,Samantha Cameron, whorecently paid only a couple ofhundred pounds for areproduction of a classicArco floor lamp, shunningthe £1,600 price tag foran original.

"Samantha Cameron'snot alone in choosinga reproduction of aclassic," says DavidGutfreund,managing directorof Iconic Lightswhich sells thereproductionversion.

"Many interior designers andarchitects specify reproductionproducts, particularly during thecurrent challenging economictimes.

"Only people with more moneythan sense would pay as muchas six times more for the samething. I believe if the designerCastiglioni was alive today, hewould approve of ourreproduction, and find it hard totell the difference."

Here's my guide to the bestdesigner buys and theirmoney-saving equivalents onthe high street.

TAKE THE FLOORFloor lamps languished in theshade for years, but they're

enjoying huge popularity againbecause they're so versatile anddecorative.Splurge: A design classic, thedramatic Flos Arco Silver FloorLight, with its white marblebase, designed by AchilleCastiglioni in 1962, is £1,615from Heal's.Save: Samantha Cameronbought the Arco Floor lamp,£250 from Iconic Lights.Oversized 'Anglepoise-style'floor lamps are alsoultra-fashionable.Splurge: Autograph ExtraLarge Task Light Floor lamp,£199 from Marks & Spencer.Save: Orlando Adjustable floorlamp, £39.99 from Homebase.

SWITCH ON TOTHE LIGHT FANTASTICTRIP THE LIGHT FANTASTIC WITH A SELECTION OF LIGHTS, FROM CHANDELIERS TO LAMPS, TO SUIT EVERY SETTING.GABRIELLE FAGAN FINDS OUT HOW TO BANISH THE GLOOM.

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LET IT BLINGFor full-on glamour, nothingbeats a chandelier as a focalpoint in a room.

A glittering vintage-style crystalor glass creation does not haveto be confined to a periodsetting - it can add a touch ofdecadence in a cool,contemporary space.Splurge: e Helena largeceiling spiral pendant, £850(currently on offer at £595), is astunner from Laura Ashley.Save: Mimic the sparkle with amini Astoria easy-fit pendant,£39.99, from Homebase.Alternatively, the new kid onthe block is the Shadelier: ashade incorporating delicatehanging crystals. It could suitany setting.Splurge: A Leo Black Easy-fitceiling beaded pendant, withfrosted glass droplets and ametallic gold lining, available inblack or white, £80 from LauraAshley (currently on offer from£56).Save: A Shadelier, £39.50, witha tiered droplet display handingfrom a black or red shade,Marks & Spencer.

PHOTO SHOOTPoseurs and movie buffs won'tbe able to resist lights whichcould have come straight off afilm set.Splurge: Authentic ModelsMarconi spotlight, on a tripod,£1,011 from Occa-Home.Save: A Cover floor lamp, £289,is a more pared-down versionbut still does the business, fromBoConcept.

For those who like their stylemore elegant than studio, sleektripod lamps with shades couldbe winners.Splurge: A Fifties-style Tripodlamp, with a black shade, £179from Graham & Green(matching table lamp available).Available mid-November.Save: Gunmetal ChromeTripod floor lamp, £125, Marks& Spencer.

FIND THE LIGHTHanging clusters of lights arethe new chic take on pendantlights.Splurge: A 12-light pendantcluster ceiling light, with glossyblack shades, £199, Marks &Spencer. Available by mailorder.Save: Clusta Seven-light ceilinglight, £55.98, B&Q.

DARE TO BARELight bulbs are having theirmoment and appearingunadorned as lamps in theirown right. While low-energybulbs show off youreco-credentials, these show offyour style credentials.Splurge: Jensen clear bulbpendant lights, a cluster of nine,£230, from John Lewis.Save: Show you're plugged intothe look with a simple Watttable lamp, £40, which sports asingle bulb, John Lewis.

BEAST BUYSHunt down the safari style ortake on a pet that's trouble-freewith lights that are wildlyimaginative.Splurge: A black Moooi rabbit

lamp, with a black shade andgold interior, has emerged as adesigner must-have for thosewho probably wouldn't let a realanimal near their immaculatehome. It's £341 fromOcca-Home.Save: Rabbit fans on a budgetwould find it hard to resist aBunny Lamp, £35, Next.Alternatively, bag an exoticbeast to lend a little jungle feverto a room.Splurge: A Kito Antelope walllight, glows from within andcasts bewitching shadows on awall, £155, Graham & Green.

Save: Get hooked on the lookwith a Rhino wall lamp, £89,Graham & Green.

BRIGHT IDEASTable lamps are like jewelleryfor the home: essentialaccessories which can addcolour, light and character torooms. ey may be small butthey pack a mighty lightingpunch.Splurge: Metallics add bothshine and glamour. A Soniatable lamp, with a silver base,£90, from John Lewis, is aclassic.Save: Colours by B&QMassalia Ceramic lamp with asilver coating, £29.98. A goldversion is available for £39.98.Alternatively, get pops of colourfrom table lamps with shadesand bases matched injewel-bright shades.Splurge: Kartell Cindy Tablelamp, £145, comes in purple,bronze and platinum, fromJohn Lewis.Save: A Titania anodisedaluminium table lamp, £14.98,comes in a variety of shades, 1. AUTHENTIC MODELSMARCONI SPOTLIGHT, ON ATRIPOD, £1,011, OCCA-HOME.

2. HELENA LARGE CEILINGSPIRAL PENDANT, £850,LAURA ASHLEY

3. MINI ASTORIA EASY-FITPENDANT, £39.99

4. LEO BLACK EASY-FITCEILING BEADED PENDANT,£80, LAURA ASHLEY

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Spring 2012 sees thearrival of the newfive-door Sportbackversion of the awardwinning Audi A1,

at Essex Audi centres across theregion.

Although its compact,city-friendly dimensions closelyfollow those of the three-doorA1, the new A1 Sportback isactually both taller and wider.

As a result all occupantsenjoy more head and shoulderroom and the rear seat is able toaccommodate three passengersin comfort.

Luggage compartmentcapacity is 270 litres with thebackrests of the standardsplit/folding rear seat in place ora remarkably capacious 920litres with the seat folded.

Features common to the SE,Sport and S line models includealloy wheels, remote centrallocking, air conditioning,electric front and rear windowsand mirrors, split folding rearseat and a six-speaker singleCD Concert audio systemlinked to a 6.5-inch retractabledisplay.

Sport models include larger16-inch wheels, sportssuspension, sports seats,Bluetooth mobile phonepreparation and a Driver’sInformation System, while Sline versions upgrade withextras such as larger 17-inchalloy wheels, S line sportssuspension and leather andcloth combination upholstery.

e A1 Sportback optionslist offers 12 body colours plusthe choice of three contrastingcolours for the roof and S-linespoiler .

e range will initiallyfeature a choice of three TFSIpetrol and one TDI dieselengine producing between 86and 185PS. All bar the 185PSunit will have their impressiveefficiency further enhanced byan engine start-stop systemmaking the range particularlytax-efficient.

Carrying a modest £560premium over its three-doorstablemate in exchange forgreater convenience andfive-seat capability, the five-door A1 Sportback will bepriced from just £13,980 OTRand orders are now being takenat all Essex Audi Centres.

For more information on anyaspect of Audi cars or to arrangea test drive in the model of yourchoice, please contact your nearestEssex Audi Centre, details ofwhich can be found atwww.essex-audi.co.uk

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This elegant, beautifully presented house is being offered to the market for the first time inalmost 30 years. Situate in an elevated South facing position on an exceptionally large plotof over 1.5 acres (unmeasured) with outstanding, uninterrupted views across the BuckhurstHill Valley with distance views of the Kent Hills. Built to the highest specification in 1895 andtotally restored to the highest standard over the past 5 years, during which time the roofcovering and gutters & downpipes were all renewed along with the electrical system, plumbingand heating system. Modern fitted kitchen and bathrooms, as well as a Bang & OlufsenAudio/Visual system. Planning permission exists for the 4 car garage block to be demolishedand a large apartment with 4 car garaging to be erected in its place. There is stabling fortwo horses within the paddock area, beautifully landscaped mature gardens, driveway &courtyard parking for many vehicles and a children’s secret garden and safe play area.

PRICE ON APPLICATION, FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

This beautifully presented homeoffers ideal family accommodation.Having five excellent doublebedrooms, two having en-suitefacilities, and three fine receptionrooms. The kitchen and family roomtransverse the view of the propertyoverlooking the garden, we arequoting £850,000 but offers arewelcomed.

£850,000 FREEHOLD

ALBION HILL, LOUGHTON

CHESTER ROAD, CHIGWELL

A unique chance to acquire whatis probably the best three bedroomapartment in Chigwell's showpiecedevelopment alongside the Villageshopping. A spacious railedground floor unit with twounderground garages, a doubleterrace and a kitchen to die for.

£599,950 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELL

A rare opportunity to acquire aluxury first floor three bedroomapartment in this very exclusivedevelopment set in an ancientwoodland within a separatelygated development in popularRepton Park.Beautifully presented,this stunning apartment has beenprofessionally interior designedand offers excellentaccommodation throughout withthe benefit of underground parking.

£599,950. SHARE OF FREEHOLD

REPTON PARK

A rare opportunity to acquire thisrealistically priced four bedroomdetached home, built by CharlesChurch in this excellent position inthe popular village of ChigwellRow with its local shops close athand. The property has beenmaintained to the highest standardthroughout.

£595,000 FREEHOLD

LAMBOURNE CLOSE, CHIGWELL

A rare opportunity to acquire a unique property. Built entirely over onelevel with substantial outbuildings and loads of potential to enlarge.This beautifully presented spacious home is set in a rural aspect yet justa stones throw from Chigwell Tube and Village.

£1,500,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

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Our clients are selling this fine spacious house as executors and nowoffer it for sale far below the official probate valuation figure. Superblyimproved and extended with a fine south facing garden. It faces thepolice sports ground just a stones throw from the village and tube.

£1,395,000 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELLThe owners of this fine detached house have made many importantimprovements by recently installing a delightful kitchen and twocontemporary bathrooms. Set in superb gardens and beautifullypresented throughout. Our clients are serious sellers and have reducedthe quoted price to encourage a quick sale.

£999,995 FREEHOLD Only Through Phillip Leigh

NEW FOREST LANE, CHIGWELL

Executors Sale. An unusuallyspacious semi-detached doublefronted period cottage withgarage, walled courtyard gardenand in immaculate conditionthroughout. Situate facing the Metpolice grounds in Chigwell HighRoad, just 5 minutes walk fromlocal shops, restaurants and centralline station. Vacant now forimmediate possession.

£550,000 FREEHOLD

HIGH ROAD, CHIGWELL

A fine property suitable for the firsttime buyer looking to settle into agreat location . This three bedroomproperty is within walking distanceof shopping at Brook Parade andChigwell Central Line Station. Theproperty requires thoroughupdating , and therefore representsexcellent value.

£395,000 FREEHOLD

HYCLIFFE GARDENS, CHIGWELL

A truly delightful home of greatcharacter and distinction in atotally secluded position in a quietcul-de-sac immediately offFencepiece Road, close to itsjunction with Manor Road. Theowners have designed the Cottageto suit their own particular style andcreated a fine home replicating theEdwardian/Victorian period. Thegardens are truthfully an absolutedelight being easy to manage, verysecluded and south facing.

£425,000 FREEHOLD

THE SHRUBBERIES, CHIGWELL

An attractive two Bedroom SecondFloor Apartment situate in a quietcul-de sac off Manor Road andwithin easy access of bothChigwell and Grange Hill CentralLine Station and Shops. There is aGarage, ample visitors Parking andCommunal Gardens. TheApartment covers just over 900 Sqft in all and benefits from lowservice charges of only £1900 P.A.and a share of the Freehold.

£295,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

ST WINIFREDS CLOSE, CHIGWELL

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CHIGWELL - £5500 PCM

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