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As we make a toast and raise a glass or two to the New Year, our thoughts naturally turn to the next 12 months. Ambitions are set, resolutions are made, and priorities are, well, prioritised. To celebrate this fresh start, in this issue the Journal chats to five local residents about their New Year resolutions for 2015. From big plans, including travelling around the world, to the more practical desire to be more organised; find out more from page 13. It’s certainly given me plenty to think about. Elsewhere, if you’re looking for the usual January fitness inspiration, fret not, as Tom Hagues tries out hot yoga (p.26), while from page

seven we list all the top sporting events for 2015 – as well as plenty of others – for your diary. Rugby World Cup, anyone?

Jennifer Mason chats to patron of Barnes Music Festival Gyles Brandreth about being an author, broadcaster and former MP (p.16). And if that’s not enough to whet your appetite, the Journal also speaks to local photographer Daniel Lewis about his

latest exhibition of portraits of members of the Putney Artists group (p.21) – some of which are featured on our cover.

We hope you enjoy this issue and have a fabulous start to 2015.

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NOTEBOOKKeep your finger on the pulse with our roundup of local news

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SW19 Members onlyAccording to Tim Henman, former tennis star and world number one Andy Roddick has been made an honorary member of the All England Club in Wimbledon. For winners of the Championships, an automatic membership is part of the perks, but Henman insisted that Roddick, who quit professional tennis in 2012, deserves the accolade after being runner-up in the tournament in 2004, 2005 and 2009.

(wimbledon.com)

SW13 Sign for safetyA petition launched by local MP Zac Goldsmith, asking for Network Rail to prioritise the provision of a new footbridge at the White Hart Lane crossing is gaining strength as the Journal goes to print. The request comes following a series of comments from local residents, who feel that the narrow walkways and high volume of traffic make it a particularly dangerous area, given the large numbers of people, particularly school children, who use the crossing. The petition hopes to gain at least 1,000 signatures.

(zacgoldsmith.com)

Art and aboutRichmond Council has launched an online guide celebrating 16 pieces of public art that can be found in the area. Each of the installations was designed in partnership with professional artists and the local community, and the guide aims to celebrate these projects and inspire communities for the future.

Cllr Meena Bond, Richmond Council cabinet member for arts, culture and sport, said: ‘In each of the case studies in our guide, we have demonstrated how each piece of art involved the local community has played a pivotal role in creating a valued environment and nurturing a spirit of place, making it an inspiring place to live, work and visit.’

The guide is available online at richmond.gov.uk/public_art or in hard copy from Orleans House Gallery, libraries and tourist information points across the borough

SW19 Student successPelham Primary School has won the most recent Merton Council Mega Recycle community award and £5,000, earning 286 nominations from residents by encouraging their local community to recycle as much as possible. Headteacher of Pelham Primary School Maria Keenan said: ‘I’m proud of the children. As a

school, we believe we play an important role in the community and we believe in working with our students to develop good habits early in life, so they grow into well-rounded, environmentally-conscious adults.’

To be in with a chance of winning a cash prize, all residents and businesses need to do is sign up to the Merton Mega Recycle and take the pledge online.

(pelham.merton.sch.uk)Mayor of Merton, Councillor Agatha Akyigyina, Pelham Primary School Headtecher Maria Keenan and children at Pelham Primary School

B is for Boat - R is for River (2005) by Kevin Herlihy at Twickenham Riverside

Poem (2012) at The Diamond Jubilee Gardens

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A musical interludeSouth-west residents will be treated to the first performance of a new oratorio The Christmas Story by Andrew Edwards this month, with performances from the Academy Choir and Orchestra as well as soloists William Kendall and Alexandra Gibson. Conducted by Andrew Edwards, the oratorio has seven scenes, with prologue and epilogue, including familiar readings from the Gospels of St Luke, St Matthew and St John interwoven with poems by Herbert, Milton, Vaughan, Tennyson and Eliot.

£15, concessions £10, 17 January, 7.30pm, St John’s Church, Spencer Hill, Wimbledon, SW19 4NZ. For more information, call the Academy Choir on 020 8946 7312 or visit academychoirwimbledon.co.uk

On the moveRichmond upon Thames is the most active place in England, according to a recent survey by UKACTIVE, a national partnership of fitness facilities, local authorities, lifestyle and sports providers. The results claim that more than 80 per cent of borough residents take part in sport or some kind of physical activity at least once a week, trouncing the national average that states that one in four people fail to complete at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week.

Cllr Meena Bond, Richmond Council cabinet member for sport, said that the borough is ‘proud to have the fittest and most active residents in the country.’ She told the Journal: ‘It’s easy to see why Richmond has the most active residents. The borough is among the greenest of all London boroughs, with 66 playing pitches, 58 tennis courts, four bowling greens and more than 200 sports clubs with an estimated 32,500 members.’

(ukactive.com; richmond.gov.uk)

SW20 Library loversResidents in West Barnes have shown their support for an improved library for their local area. Merton Council needs to make £32million worth of savings due to cuts in funding from central government and is working to make its libraries more financially sustainable rather than close them. The development will follow a similar model to the recent renovation of Raynes Park Library and is expected to be completed by autumn 2017.

(merton.gov.uk)

SW19 Bake offLast month, the men of Wimbledon raised more than £400 at the Broadway’s Holy Trinity Church at a delicious men-only bake-off judged by Ollie Couillaud, head chef at The Lawn Bistro in Wimbledon Village. First prize went to Simon Holburn for his chocolate chestnut roulade and eight-year-old Rachel Fletcher Rogers won the children’s category (which was open to boys and girls) with her Malteser Cake.

SW14 Free friend funLocal East Sheen children’s Musical Theatre club Tessa’s Jazz Hands, for ages seven to 11 years old, is offering budding thespians a chance to bring a friend for free on 7 January.

Usually £8 per hour, Wednesdays 4.30pm-5.30pm. All Saints Church Hall, Park Avenue, East Sheen, London, SW14 8AU (tessasjazzhands.moonfruit.com)

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SW15 Tread the boardsFancy yourself as the next Ian McKellen or Maggie Smith? Time to get yourself down to the auditions for the Putney Theatre Company which will be putting on Noël Coward’s play Private Lives in late spring. If you think you’ve got what it takes to play one of the roles, and are available for rehearsals and all the performance dates (28 April to 2 May) pop along and give it a go.

25 January, 2pm, 26 January, 7.30pm, recalls 1 February, 6.30pm, Putney Arts Theatre, Ravenna Road, SW15 6AW, 020 8788 6943 (putneytheatrecompany.org.uk/auditions)

Waiting for the World CupRichmond Council has set up a special Rugby World Cup Scrutiny Panel to help maximise the benefits of this year’s biggest sporting event for the local community.

From May until the end of October, the borough will be hosting a series of events during what has been dubbed the ‘Festival of Rugby’. These will include art exhibitions, a carnival, music and drama shows, family fun activities, areas for fans to watch the matches live and, of course, a host of sporting events. The panel’s role is to ensure that there’s not only positive publicity for the borough but also ease of access to the millions of expected visitors without too much disruption for local residents.

(rugbyworldcup.com; richmond.gov.uk)

SW13 Sausage rolleryThe Great Sausage Roll Off is back at the Red Lion in Barnes this month after the success of last year’s event when 16 chefs and amateurs competed for the title of maker of the country’s best sausage roll. The rules are simple: competitors must make 10 rolls in their half-hour slot. The size, flavour and shape of the rolls are up to them – last year’s entries pushed the boat out with ones flavoured with langoustine, sprinkled with pork crackling or made with a soft-boiled quail’s egg inside. ‘Sausage rollery does not get tougher than this,’ said Angus McKean, general manager of the Red Lion and founder of the Great Sausage Roll Off.

28 January, 7.30pm, The Red Lion, 2 Castelnau, Barnes, SW13 9RU, 020 8748 2984 (red-lion-barnes.co.uk; fullers.co.uk)

Literature long overdueWandsworth Council is appealing for all those who have borrowed library books and failed to bring them back to return them as the borough faces a £370,000 book replacement bill due to unpaid library fines. The longest overdue of the 45,000 missing books is the Busy Little Postman which was borrowed from a Wandsworth Library in 2005 and never returned. ‘At a time when public finances are under such extreme pressure and councils in particular are facing real challenges in managing their budgets, this is an expense to the public purse that could easily be avoided if only people brought their library books back,’ commented community services spokesman Cllr Jonathan Cook.

(wandsworth.gov.uk/libraries)

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the year ahead2015

We explore some of what’s in store for south-west London residents in the months to come

2-7 March

One Man, two GuvnorsAs part of its hugely successful nationwide tour, the hilarious slapstick show arrives at the New Wimbledon Theatre in March.

(atgtickets.com/wimbledon)

Courtesy of New Wimbledon Theatre

6 February to 21 March

the Six Nations tournamentEngland, Wales, Scotland, Ireland, France and Italy take to the field at Twickenham and stadiums across the UK and Europe.

(rbs6nations.com)

11 April

the Boat raceFollow the action from the riverbanks as

Oxford and Cambridge paddle for victory once again in the BNY Mellon Boat Race.

(theboatraces.org)

THE BNY MELLON BOAT RACE

7 February to 8 March

alluring OrchidsEnter the wonderful world of orchids at

Kew Gardens when an explosion of colour heralds the approach of spring.

(kew.org)

The Vanda arches in the Princess of Wales Conservatory © RBG Kew

7 February to 12 April

the Jungle BookThe Colour House Theatre brings to life

the classic children’s tale of Mowgli and his animal pals this spring.

(colourhousetheatre.co.uk)

Courtesy of Disney, Buena Vista and other production studios

12-15 March

I Believe in UnicornsMichael Morpurgo’s story about the little boy who loves the outdoors is

live on stage in this production.(polkatheatre.com)

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The Pirates of PenzanceGilbert and Sullivan’s most popular work brings all things witty and musical to the

stage at the Richmond Theatre.(atgtickets.com/richmond)

Courtesy of Richmond Theatre

30 April to 3 May

The London Coffee FestivalCelebrate everything you love about

your morning pick-me-up at this well-caffeinated affair on Brick Lane.

(londoncoffeefestival.com)

Courtesy of The London Coffee Festival

Late April to late September

Ham Polo ClubJoin in at Ham Polo Club this year and enjoy some fast-paced action – an exhilarating way

to spend a summertime afternoon.(hampoloclub.com)

© 2014 Photographer Robert Piper

30-31 August

The Notting Hill CarnivalShake your sequins and munch on jerk chicken at the UK’s biggest carnival on

August Bank Holiday weekend.

© Bikeworldtravel / Shutterstock.com

July to September

The Puppet BargeA children’s theatre with a difference, the Puppet Barge floats along to set up home in Richmond over the summer with some

state-of-the-art shows.(puppetbarge.com)

Child’s Garden by Dan Grigore

7-12 July

Kew the MusicA six-day festival celebrating the sounds of summer at beautiful Kew Gardens with a

host of musical talent performing on stage.(kew.org)

© RBG Kew

29-30 August

South West FourClapham Common comes to life once a

year with this raucous concert.(southwestfour.com)

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23-31 May

Animal EncountersGet up-close-and-personal with the fluffy, scaly and leggy inhabitants of the WWT London Wetlands Centre in this special

series of guided events.(wwt.org.uk)

27 May to 27 June

Fleetwod MacThe rock legends are back together at

the O2 this summer as part of their On with the Show world tour.

(theo2.co.uk)

Image courtesy of the O2

30 May

Summer SocialJoin the crowds of athletes and partygoers

at this annual celebration of summer at Richmond Athletic Ground for a day and

night of sport, music and merriment.(summersocial.co.uk)

29 June to 12 July

The Championships, Wimbledon

Better start training those neck muscles to follow the ball back and forth across

the court as you indulge in a few portions of strawberries and cream during the

(hopefully) sunny weeks of Wimbledon.(wimbledon.com)

THE CHAMPIONSHIPS, WIMBLEDON Courtesy of the AELTC

30 June to 5 July

RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show

Wander around this horticultural festival, soak up the atmosphere and see if you

can spot the celebrity attendees.(rhs.org.uk)

© RHS – Sarah Cuttle

18 September to 31 October

The Rugby World CupThis autumn sees teams from around the world battle it out to win rugby’s

top prize, the Webb Ellis Cup, at Twickenham, the home of English rugby,

as well as stadiums across the country. (rugbyworldcup.com)

© Paolo Bona / Shutterstock.com

12 September

The Great River RaceThrow yourself in at the deep end

(literally) and enter one of London’s most exuberant river pageants, or

stand on the banks and cheer on the competitors from dry land.

(greatriverrace.co.uk)

Rick Soreny Photography –The Great River Race DATES FOR

YOUR DIARY:EASTER

3 April – Good Friday5 April – Easter Sunday6 April – Easter Monday

BANK HOLIDAYS3 & 6 April 4 & 25 May31 August

25 & 28 December

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The Calendar

A selection of the best events happening in the area

10 January to 4 February

ART ATTAck

Brighten up your January with Will’s Art Warehouse’s colourful new exhibition Wet Yer’ Whistle!, which features the work of popular contemporary artists including Victoria Horkan, Jane Perkins and Henrik Simonsen. As always at the gallery, all the work is for sale, and this exhibition in particular is an excellent opportunity for collectors to pick up some original pieces at reasonable prices. Browsing through the collection is something that both art lovers and novices will enjoy.

10.30am-6pm daily, by appointment, 6pm-8pm Monday to Thursday. Will’s Art Warehouse, 180 Lower Richmond Road, SW15 1LY, 020 8246 4840 (wills-art.com)

ART ATTACK ON-SCREEN ART

20 January to 4 February

LONDON LIGHTS

Explore the famous exteriors and lesser-known interiors of our city through the lens of photographer Nick Jackson in a new exhibition at the Landmark Arts centre. Nick specialises in shooting landscapes and nature using high dynamic range (HDR) technology, that produces a more dramatic contrast between light and dark, allowing him to realise intense images with a surrealist twist that remain true to their subject. It’s London, but as you’ve never seen it before.

Free entry, all work is for sale. Monday to Friday 9.30am to 12.30pm, Landmark Arts Centre, Ferry Road, Teddington, TW11 9NN, 020 8977 7558 (landmarkartscentre.org)

13 January

ON-ScREEN ART

After two years of touring the world, the iconic painting Girl with a Pearl Earring has returned to its home at the Mauritshuis Gallery in The Hague. Johannes Vermeer’s masterpiece will take pride of place in the gallery’s newly renovated halls, with visitors queueing around the block to see it. Richmond residents won’t have to travel so far, however, to catch a glimpse of this and other treasures from the gallery’s collection, as they’ll all be live on screen in a special show Exhibition on Screen: Girl with a Pearl Earring at the curzon cinema this month.

£16, 7pm, Curzon Cinema, Water Lane, Richmond, TW9 1TJ, 0330 500 1331 (curzoncinemas.com)

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25 January

food of the wild

take a walk on the wild side this month with Petersham Nurseries on an hour-long January wild food walk with knowledgeable chef and horticulturalist Claudio Bincoletto. discover the joys of foraging in the beautiful countryside of south-west london before returning to the nursery for a light brunch, a glass of wine and a cooking demonstration. Perfect for those who prefer to search for food outside of the supermarket shelves – it’s a great event to attend this New Year.

£35, £30 for students or Slow Food London members, places limited. 9.30am-12.30pm, Petersham Nurseries, Church Lane, off Petersham Road, Richmond, TW10 7AB, 020 8940 5230 (petershamnurseries.com)

24 January

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if your New Year resolution is to smarten up your home, look no further than this one-day interior design course. whether you’re a beginner, a first-time mover or well-versed in putting your stamp on a space, everyone will get something out of the Create Your home session, which aims to help build confidence along with decorating skills. the decorCafe is famous for its courses that demystify interior design and offer inspiration to those looking to turn their home into something really special.

£95 including lunch and refreshments, 10.30am-4pm, 24 Campion Road, Putney, SW15 6NW, 0843 886 2424 (thedecorcafe.com)

29 January

PedAl PoweR

to celebrate the growing popularity of women’s cycling, Pearson Cycles, the oldest bike shop in the world, will be hosting an occasion for pros and novices alike. the event, for Really helpful Club members, will include various talks and demonstrations to make it easier for those keen to get out and ride. there will also be an opportunity to try on and purchase women’s cycling clothing and accessories, and even a sneak preview of next year’s innovations.

7.15pm, booking essential, for tickets contact RHC Club founder Sarah Austin: sarah@reallyhelpfulclub.com (reallyhelpfulclub.com). Event at: Pearson Cycles, 232 Upper Richmond Road West, East Sheen, SW14 8AG

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Lord True, Leader of Richmond Council, wishes residents a Happy New Year

In 2014, this Council was re-elected by the people of the borough, which I

think was an immense tribute to the great work being done by so many people who work here and also support the things we have been trying to achieve over the past few years.

I have been delighted to see sixth forms opening in our secondary schools across the borough. One of the key

commitments of this administration was to enable their establishment and commit significant funding to help with the set-up costs. We believe that these sixth forms will attract the very best teachers, sustain high standards and increase choice, diversity and opportunities for all our young people.

I have also been thrilled to see the transformation of many of our neglected high streets. Visiting places like Whitton and Twickenham throughout 2014, I have seen great changes. In both areas, new paving, lampposts and traffic organisation have really transformed the streets, making a huge difference to cyclists, drivers and pedestrians. I look forward to this work continuing and seeing other locations across the borough benefiting from our local investment.

Most of all, I am pleased to see the degree to which local people are becoming involved in making decisions about the future. I think politics shouldn’t be done to people; rather it’s for people. This is what our Council stands for.

Village planning is a key example of how local people have been involved in decision-making. Last year, we agreed to move forward with proposals to develop the innovative Village Plans by including

guidance on local planning considerations. The process gives residents and businesses a lead role in developing local planning policy, as well as a wider opportunity to ensure that the Council is working with the community to address a whole range of local issues. Since then, residents in Kew, Whitton, Barnes, East Sheen and Mortlake have been working with us to help refresh their village plans and design the new supplementary planning guidance. Early in the New Year, we will also start working with residents in East Twickenham, Richmond and St Margaret’s, engaging with as many people as possible on what they would like to see protected and improved in the area in which they live. When complete, the new guidance will be taken into account when making decisions on all planning applications.

We will also be moving forward with our fourth round of the Community Roads and Pavement Fund – inviting residents to nominate those road repairs that they want to see take place. This programme has been very successful so far, with local people

really shaping the place in which they live.

However, there are challenges ahead for us in 2015 and there is still a great deal more to do. We look forward to completing the Sixth

Form programme. We have opened one secondary school in Twickenham and hope to start on another secondary school for the borough, which will involve a major transformation at Richmond upon Thames College. We also face a continuing battle over the threat to expand Heathrow. That is a major concern and I hope the community will stand united with the Council against this threat.

As we start the New Year, I would like to thank all those residents and hard-working Council staff who make Richmond upon Thames the special place it is. Let’s make 2015 a time of unity and working together. After all, that’s what community is all about. n

(cllr.lordtrue@richmond.gov.uk)

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What will your New Year resolution be? We’ve asked around the local area for some inspiration...

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Read our exclusive interview with Gyles

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Zoe ClaRkOwner and founder of Zoe Clark Cakes

‘I’m not usually one for New Year resolutions. I always promise myself that I’ll get fit and eat and drink less after the Christmas binge and bulge, but to be honest, this happens at least four times during the year when I’ve

indulged in too many cupcakes! It’s funny how I go through phases, usually to do with my workload, the seasons and holidays.

‘It’s not quite a New Year resolution, but my aim from now on is to try to be a bit more active with my blog and newsletter, keeping people up-to-date on the things I get up to at work. Ideally, I’d like to do a post each week that would be a tutorial or ideas for new techniques; not just about baking but also about trends that can and do influence the cake world.’

(zoeclarkcakes.com/blog)

GYles BRaNdRethAuthor, broadcaster, entertainer, former MP and patron of the Barnes Music Festival

‘My New Year resolution is to surprise myself. I don’t want to turn my nose up at anything but instead to do things I’ve not done before. I’ve written a book called The 7 Secrets of Happiness; it’s been a bestseller in the Uk and it’s about how to be happy, based on conversations I had with dr anthony Clare who is a well-known radio psychiatrist and a wise man. one of the secrets of happiness is not to resist change – and I do resist change. I really can’t stand a lot of things about the 21st century – having to remember yet another computer password, for example. But change is good for us, it’s the salt in the soup of life. a little variety is essential, so that’s my resolution; to surprise myself and to embrace change.’

(gylesbrandreth.net)

Get the most from your blog with this handy guide. Blogging for Dummies, £14.39 (amazon.co.uk)

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JeNNIfeR MasoNEditorial assistant at theSouth West Residents’ Journal

‘In 2015, I want to try and visit as many new places as possible. during 2014, I saw some incredible sights, including the Northern lights in Iceland and the anne frank Museum in amsterdam and I hope to expand my travel horizons even further this year. I feel as though each new experience has made me a more rounded person and helped me to realise that however vibrant and exciting our beautiful city is, there are plenty more adventures out there to be had.’

stuck for travel inspiration? the lonely Planet’s new tome should give you some ideas. The World: A Traveller’s Guide To The Planet, £22.99 (shop.lonelyplanet.com)

embrace a little of Gyles’ philosophy in his own words. The 7 Secrets of Happiness, £6.99 (waterstones.com)

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Debbie blottFounder of The Décor Café

‘My 2015 resolution is to achieve a better balance in life. i’m so busy juggling home and work that sometimes i forget to make sure that i’m giving time to what matters to me most; so in 2015, i’m going to be planning my time more carefully.

‘i hope that a little more planning, prioritising and learning to say no occasionally will make a noticeable difference. i’ve bought myself a 2015 year diary and i’m going to be blocking off some time for the important people and places in my life and, a first for 2015, some time completely for myself!’

(thedecorcafe.com)

Pixie AnDrewCurator at Wills Art Warehouse

‘My resolution this year is to ensure that i undertake an act of kindness at least once a week. i’ve been inspired by reading Join Me by Danny wallace, and though i’d like to think that i’ll be doing it without even

having to think about it, i’ll be keeping an ‘Acts of Kindness’ log book, which should make for some funny reading by the end of the year if i stick to it. Hopefully, my resolution will rub off on others, too.’

(wills-art.com)

AnnA GrotKAMPB London Boutique

‘My new Year resolution is to spend more time with my family and friends. Having had a hectic year finalising the opening of another store abroad this year, i aim to have a more equal work/life balance and dedicate at least one day off a week, with no phone or tablet, to just doing fun things with the ones i love.’

(blondonboutique.com)

Stay on top of everything with this stylish personal Filofax. Temperley Violet Organiser, £165 (filofax.co.uk)

See if Pixie’s inspiration gives you pause for thought. Join Me by Danny Wallace, £6.39 (amazon.co.uk)

why not invest in a National Trust membership and explore some of the beautiful local properties with family and friends in 2015? National Trust annual membership, from £43.50 (nationaltrust.org.uk/membership)

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Jennifer Mason chats to author, broadcaster and former MP Gyles Brandreth in the run-up to this year’s Barnes Music Festival, of which he is a proud patron

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gyles Brandreth has been a Londoner all his life and has lived in Barnes for 30 years. His reason for moving to the area had nothing to do with the schools,

the location or the village-like feel (although he’s keen to point out how much he appreciates all those things). Rather, the original impetus to live here was down to his love of journaling. ‘I’ve kept a diary since I was nine years old,’ he explains, ‘and I’ve read other people’s diaries too. Since I was quite small, I’ve been studying the diaries of Samuel Pepys. He used to come to Barnes and walk along Barn Elms, looking at all the beautiful ladies taking their Sunday afternoon stroll – and that’s how I found out about Barnes.’

Moving to the area, he was soon living in a home near the spot Pepys used to visit. ‘I think that’s the thing a lot of people don’t realise about Barnes,’ he says. ‘It has an extraordinary heritage. From Pepys and Henry Fielding who lived by the pond, to a whole host of musical legends including Handel and Holst – and more recently Carl Davis and The Rolling Stones – who drew their inspiration from the area. Barnes has a fascinating history – it really is the cultural centre of everything.’

Over the years, Gyles has discovered more and more about SW13’s standing in London’s musical history and he was very excited when an idea to launch a festival taking place in this village oasis was proposed two years ago. The idea was to create an event that would rival other popular music celebrations. ‘The Barnes Music Festival is special,’ he insists. ‘It celebrates what we like to call “the English tradition” – performing work by English composers or scores that have been influenced by our fair isle. Fifty years ago when I was growing up there was a terrible snobbery surrounding English music; our composers were, for the most part, overlooked. That’s an attitude the festival is dedicated to changing.’ Of course, Barnes’ location just 30 minutes from the

heart of the West End, 20 minutes from the Royal Albert Hall and right on the bustling River Thames hasn’t hurt the cause, either. ‘Although this is first and foremost a community festival, it attracts world-class music and talent,’ Gyles agrees.

Each year, the festival invites a variety of home-grown and international musicians to revel in the best of English composition and, this year, there’s an extra frisson of excitement surrounding the occasion as the event celebrates the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215. St Mary’s Church, the hub of both festival activity and community spirit in SW13, has close links to this particular historical moment, as it was re-consecrated just days after the event by then Archbishop of Canterbury, Stephen Langton – who broke his return journey from Runnymede (where the sealing took place) in Barnes. Much of this year’s

programme pays homage to this pivotal moment in the development of what would become modern democracy. ‘It’s marvellous that, in the year we celebrate this important historical

political moment, we will also have a general election,’ Gyles enthuses. ‘Hopefully, this anniversary will remind people that it’s taken the country 800 years to develop democracy to the level it’s at today – 1215 was just the beginning of the journey. It’s important that we celebrate freedom and democracy, and it’s ideal that our music festival will happen just a few weeks before the election.’

I ask Gyles how he thinks things will pan out politically this summer. ‘Nowadays I’m above party politics,’ he grins conspiratorially, ‘but I think locally we are very lucky in our MP Zac Goldsmith. He’s a very nice guy. Nationally, it’s more like 670-odd by-elections than one general election – every part of the country has its own story to tell.’

Although Gyles was once an MP (for Chester) and he enjoys reminiscing about his days in Parliament (recently publishing Breaking the Code,

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his political diaries covering the years 1990-2007), he is now famous for his varied stage and screen exploits, appearing in (and even writing) several musicals including Zipp! One Hundred Musicals for less than the Price of One (which did exactly what it said on the tin) and a rip-roaring performance as Lady Bracknell in a tuneful version of The Importance of Being Earnest. I ask whether his political background has ever affected the kind of jobs he takes on. ‘As it turns out, no one took me seriously as a political figure,’ he admits, ‘so it’s not been a problem at all.’ Will he be contributing to this year’s festival, then? ‘I am performing but I am not performing musically,’ he replies. ‘I freely admit that I possess no musical gift whatsoever. Instead I’m narrating a revival of Purcell’s King Arthur.’

Given his stage experience, I’m surprised that he won’t be trilling a tune alongside the other performers. ‘The standard expected

is very high,’ he explains. ‘One of the nice things about Barnes is that it’s quite ambitious about itself. The festival is inclusive, but you can’t just come along and play your triangle and get away with it. You’ve got to hit the triangle at the right moment.’

Gyles is full of praise for his home town. ‘When I think about the great cities of the world, I think

about St Petersburg, Venice, Paris… and Barnes,’ he jokes. ‘The joy of being from Barnes is that you have to make no explanation or apology. Barnes in itself is

enough. We know it’s where great people like Pepys used to come for their recreation, and where a series of talented writers and musicians have called home. We know we’re special, but we’re not boasting about it,’ he laughs. ‘Seriously, though, we are very lucky here. Places do change, and

Barnes has altered a lot over the years. The high street is a prime example

of that – there’s the 1,000-year-old St Mary’s Church right next door to the Olympic Cinema, which has some of the most cutting-edge equipment in the country. I like the way the world changes, and Barnes, despite its villagey feel, is changing with it. It’s as modern as

tomorrow, with a lot of time for yesterday,’ he muses.It could be said, then, that the

Barnes Music Festival is the perfect example of how the area is keeping in touch with its historical roots while embracing the promise of its future talent. ‘What is brilliant about the festival is that it involves all generations and all types of people,’ Gyles explains. ‘The joy of music-making is the community spirit it brings – that’s the secret of the festival’s success, and the success of our village,’ he concludes. n

Barnes Music Festival takes place from 14-29 March in various locations across SW13. You can see Gyles performing in Purcell’s King Arthur at St Mary’s Church on 21 March at 7.30pm (barnesmusicfestival.com)

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I’m sitting in Tried & True café in Putney with Daniel Lewis, admiring his

collection of portrait photographs on the walls and relishing the warm respite from the bitterly cold wind racing down Upper Richmond Road. As I chafe my fingers to pull them out of frostbite territory, Daniel begins to explain what inspired his latest

project and how it’s changed his perspective.‘I’d spent so much time working on commissions

that I was really keen to take on a more personal project,’ he says. ‘One weekend last October, my girlfriend and I had a rare occasion when neither of us were working, so we decided to browse the Open House festival here in Putney, where the local artists open up their homes and studios and sell their own work. When we arrived at Margaret Knott’s house, she had a beautiful arrangement in her back garden which I just knew would be amazing to photograph. My girlfriend suggested it would make a great project, and she was right.’

It took a while for Daniel’s new vision to get off the ground, but once he got in touch with Putney Artists with the help of fellow photographer Ricky Leaver, something special began to happen. ‘There’s a real sense of community about the group,’ he explains. ‘The challenge for me was to produce a series of photographs in a short period of time that really captured the personalities of

these talented people that I’d never met before. I think you can tell a lot about someone from their surroundings, so capturing the studios as they are was very important to me. I told everyone not to tidy up or change anything – I wanted the portraits to be true to their lives.’

Reflecting on the relationship between the artists’ studios and their work is something that was crucial to Daniel’s entire project. ‘The fact that each of them has a different discipline means that they each lent themselves to a varied kind of portrait,’ he continues. ‘Having said that, I wanted to make sure the images didn’t look too similar, and that’s not always easy to do in a series such as this. Thankfully, everyone was accommodating and helpful – even inspiring – and I think I’ve managed to achieve my goal.’

I ask how the project has changed his view of the local art scene. ‘Before this, I had no idea that Putney was such a hub for creative talent,’ Daniel says with a smile. ‘Now, I’ve met some fantastic people. That’s been the best part, for me. This portrait project has opened up a whole new world right on my doorstep. One day I’d love to be a

member of a group like this myself.’

What began in Putney won’t end there, however, as Daniel plans to expand the project and document

the lives of artists across the city. ‘The art scene in south-west London is very different from that in the east, such as in Hackney or Shoreditch,’ he explains. ‘I think it will be really interesting to highlight the gender, cultural and spatial gaps dividing artists in our vibrant capital. I hope to one day turn what has started as a local project into a large exhibition, and even a book.’

Jennifer Mason meets local photographer Daniel Lewis to talk about his latest exhibition featuring portraits of members of the Putney Artists group

portraItsofthe artIsts

Before this, I had no idea that Putney was such a hub for creative talent

Daniel Lewis

Need to kNow:

To see more of Daniel’s work, visit daniellewisphoto.com.

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Gil Whyman

Gil is a qualified architect and has studied sculpture in various forms at prestigious colleges across the UK.

He now works with clay, welded steel, terracotta and found objects, and teaches sculpture part-time at several art colleges in south-west London.

‘I felt like an hour wasn’t enough time to capture everything in Gil’s studio,’ Daniel explains. ‘I loved the chaotic energy of his space as hidden among it you could see all his past projects. Getting the lighting right was tricky, but I’m really pleased with the results.’

Sophie Marsham

Sophie works with stainless steel, copper and reclaimed and recycled metals and much of her work is designed and made for installation in buildings or public spaces.

‘I love the Edward Hopper painting looking through the window and I really wanted to recreate that with Sophie, with her beautiful designs in the foreground,’ says Daniel.

Margaret Knott

The inspiration behind Daniel’s set of portraits, Margaret attended St Martin’s School of Art in the 50s before working as a designer in advertising for some of the biggest names in the industry.

She mostly paints outside in the studio at the bottom of her garden using gouache, oil and graphite, and she prefers to paint with her fingers than a brush.

Margaret has exhibited in Paris and New York, as well as across the UK, and her work can now be found most often locally at Will’s Art Warehouse.

‘I really enjoyed her company,’ says Daniel. ‘Margaret is young at heart and incredibly talented.’

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Isobel Peachey

Inspired by the human face, Isobel’s work has been recognised in prestigious exhibitions at the National Portrait Gallery. In 2009 she was part of the BP Portrait Award exhibition and was commissioned to paint a portrait of the Queen by Cunard for its new liner, the Queen Elizabeth.

‘Isobel’s portraits are very lifelike; they have an almost graphic quality to them, and her studio is perfectly lit for both painting and photographing,’ Daniel remembers.

Ken & Margot Cox

Ken creates multilayered, collaged screenprints and sculptured guitars out of everyday objects.

Margot, a graduate of St. Martin’s School of Art, has had an illustrious career in design and publishing and now draws and paints around the subject of movement. Her work has been widely exhibited.

‘I was quite nervous because theirs was the first portrait I did, but Ken and Margot were great fun,’ Daniel says, laughing. ‘I think this is my favourite shot from the collection and captures their playfulness perfectly.’

Gurley

Gurley is a secretive mixed-media artist who creates paper paintings, collages on canvas, monotypes, etchings, photographs and screenprints.

‘She is quite a character,’ Daniel acknowledges. ‘She challenged me to think outside the box and find a way to create a portrait without showing her face. Keeping her brushes in her hair while she works made a great shot.’

Alice Thompson

Alice graduated from Camberwell College of Arts in 2011 with a Masters in illustration and now works on commissions in addition to designing for exhibitions and creating vivid prints for wallpapers and fabrics.

‘She had never used the rickety stool I asked her to sit on, so things could have gone horribly wrong if it had broken!’ Daniel smiles.

Susie Nathanson

Susie is a figurative painter and printmaker. She had her first solo exhibition at Putney Library in 2013.

‘Her studio is exactly how you would imagine an artist’s lair to look,’ Daniel reminisces.

Sally Scott

Sally’s large-scale glassworks can be seen in many public buildings around the country, including Westminster Abbey.

‘Photographing Sally through her glass design as she etched worked beautifully,’ says Daniel.

Cally Lathey

Cally has a BA in textile design from Central Saint Martins. Inspired by 1950s Las Vegas, she now sketches urban locations, juxtapositioning soft pastel colours onto more sombre, grey scale cityscapes using a combination of fine liners and promarkers.

‘She is the youngest of the group,’ says Daniel. ‘I liked the fact that while others like Margaret have already had long, successful careers, Cally is just starting out on her adventure. She always paints in a backwards cap and I wanted the shot to reflect her self-belief and confidence in her work.’

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Rituals, recipes and refined sugar, Katie Randall meets Karen Cummings Palmer, a health and

nutrition expert with a difference

Food talk

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There are reportedly 10,000 tastebuds on the tongue, and after meeting Karen Cummings Palmer, I can confirm that her

foodie advice appeals to every single one of them. A certified health and nutrition coach (and something of a culinary goddess) with several years’ consultancy work for restaurants and iconic hotels, as well as a stint in Los Angeles and a guest residency as an expert on cosmetics website Cult Beauty, Karen is certainly a worthy addition to your little black book.

‘Show me a woman at 40 and I’ll tell you what she was eating in her 30s,’ smiles Karen. ‘It just shows up; you truly are what you eat.’ Duly noted. Pen and paper at the ready, readers; Karen drops useful advice as often as I blink in amazement at her simple and effective tips during our interview. I have the pleasure of speaking with her about my diet and health in the Thompson Belgraves Hotel in Belgravia, followed by an exploratory culinary session in her stylish kitchen in Barnes.

Food is the biggest thing in life for Karen, full stop. She has dedicated her life to eating better, as well as assisting others to make positive, not radical, diet alterations to ensure they get the best from their body. Adamant from the start, Karen explains that she isn’t going to sit back and roll her eyes every time I utter the words sugar or white pasta, bread or potatoes.

This is not one of ‘those’ sessions, Karen assures me. ‘I help people to make good decisions and to consume a healthy, balanced and vibrantly delicious diet that they can make work for their lifestyle. Trust me, I’m a foodie. I’m never going to tell people to live on lettuce leaves,’ she says, ardently. I concur; the fresh wild Alaskan salmon fillet and organic sweet potato Thai broth that she cooks for me on my second visit is brimming with flavour and sings on the palate.

Karen hails from a marketing background and has worked with a variety of different restaurants and chefs, naturally being around food a lot. ‘I hasten to add that I’m not a professional cook but, being immersed in this world, my taste and palate developed. I sort of strayed into health and beauty, and from there became very interested in nutrition and wellness,’ Karen explains.

Penning articles for magazines and blogs gave Karen an outlet for her creativity; it also elevated her name in the media sphere, leading to a trip to America.

‘I was fortunate enough to live in Los Angeles for a few years, where I provided health and wellness content for an online TV show and magazine. This work presented the most amazing opportunity to interview some of the leaders in the beauty business in LA, the beauty capital of the world.’ Her appetite whet (excuse the pun) Karen then decided to study the science of food and took a course in integrated nutrition, from a holistic perspective, as opposed to a stricter dietician’s stance.

At this point, she directs her gaze straight at me and adds, ‘That’s the story on paper, but the real tale is actually that I always had really bad eczema throughout my 20s. It was a real issue for me.

Although never fat, I was also a stone heavier than I am now [currently, Karen glows with good health and her athletic, slender frame suits her height perfectly]. So I went through my 20s feeling just a little bit heavy and uncomfortable in my own skin. Those were my motivations to get into shape and to develop nourishing, healthy-eating patterns.’ She adds: ‘It’s important for people to know who I am. I am not an evangelical nutrition coach that has always had everything in balance; I can help people because I had to make adjustments and learn myself. I’m living proof that it is possible to eat and live better.’

Karen loves a ritual. During our time together, we sip turmeric and ‘apple cider vinegar from her mother’ tea in beautiful white mugs, as she explains that an espresso in a little porcelain cup is also a must. ‘I listen to how things make you feel psychologically. I love coffee, but I think an espresso feels like more of a ritual. If you’re going to do something, then really enjoy it. You’re less likely to do it in excess that way. For me, good health is about conscious eating and drinking.’

A small glass of red wine with dinner is another perfectly acceptable indulgence. ‘It’s full of antioxidants, but again, drink it out of a really nice glass and get the best wine you can afford. Wine, like chocolate and coffee, in small amounts definitely has some benefits. In large amounts, it doesn’t. It’s all about moderation.’

Currently, Karen offers a wide range

of services, from one-on-one consultations to corporate work tidying up the office kitchen. I sit with her for two hours on two separate occasions and the tips I pick up during this time are impressive.

Her main recommendation for me as a vegetarian entails increasing my protein in the mornings by introducing eggs at breakfast time to ensure I travel to work with something in my stomach. ‘Morning shakes with chia seeds, berries and Green Magic, a superfood powder jam-packed with healthy greens, is another, quicker, way to enjoy breakfast if you have little time in the mornings.’

Karen’s advice is practical and, most importantly, sustainable. So much so that I can honestly say, one month on, I feel fantastic. My energy levels are regulated – no more three o’clock slumps – and I’m much more excited about experimenting in the kitchen.

Although a diet overhaul can be a daunting prospect, baby steps and alternatives, as well as catch-ups with Karen ensure clients stay on the right track. As we part ways, Karen reminds me that good health is about conscious eating. Now that my eyes are open, I feel confident about making positive choices. Roll on lunchtime. n

(karencummingspalmer.com)

Karen Cummings Palmer, photography by Lorna Stone

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Inside the yogahaven studio where I’m about to attempt a hot yoga class, the first thing I do is check that I haven’t just bustled into a walk-in oven. The heat is intense, its humid fingers

immediately massaging my body, giving me cause to emit a long, low whistle and rub the back of my neck like an incredulous mechanic. Allie Hill, yogahaven founder and expert instructor, enters wearing (to my surprise) a woollen jumper that would give even an Arctic explorer a hot flush, and we have a quick chat about where the best place would be for me to set up camp. We settle on a prime spot where I’ll be able to observe the others and make sure I’m doing everything properly. Or at least as properly as a yoga virgin can.

Gradually, I grow accustomed to the heat. It’s a brilliantly cold day outside and soon I’m grateful for my cocoon-like surroundings. A female classmate

arrives and pitches her spot, followed by three other ladies. Two more shuffle in, then another three. The room fills up until I can no longer ignore the fact that I’m the only male in there. Oh well. My bright red shorts make me stand out like a sore thumb anyway.

At this point, Allie returns and puts on some music. ‘Ok, everyone, get into child’s pose,’ she instructs. Until this moment, I’ve never attempted yoga and for some reason I hadn’t realised that I was going to need a basic understanding of the art in order to get through the intermediate class. The only child’s pose I can think of is grinning madly with gappy teeth, while holding a large ice cream. A quick glance around the room confirms that I’m meant to be on my knees, bent flat to the floor with my arms outstretched and nose touching the mat. I assume this position and await further instruction.

Tom Hagues tries hot yoga to see how it can benefit day-to-day life

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Why is it beneficial to do hot yoga?Imagine putting metal into a fire – it becomes more pliable and easier to move and bend. It’s the same when you heat your muscles during yoga – you’re able to stretch to a deeper level. It’s very safe; you’re more likely to injure yourself in a cold room. Plus, the heat increases the heart rate, so you get a cardiovascular workout. Then there’s the detoxifying effect that comes with the sweating.

Are there any particular poses that go well with the heat?There’s a variety of different sequences that incorporate all sorts of positions. We do hot basics, with 37 poses in a particular order, so you warm your body up further with each pose to really work out your spine.

Where else is yogahaven?Brighton was the first studio, there are two in Birmingham, one each in Clapham, Islington and now Richmond.

Why did you choose Richmond?Because I live in Twickenham, so it made perfect sense to open our latest branch here.

You offer classes all day – are they all hot yoga?We start at 6.45am and finish at 8.15pm. We offer a variety of classes – not only hot yoga, for instance, I teach jivamukti which is a very traditional method of practising and incorporates meditation as well. We’re the only place in south-west London that offers that.

When is the best time to practise?Traditionally yoga is best performed with the sunrise or the sunset, but my feeling is that you should do it when you can. We all live busy lives so it’s best to just do it whenever you’re free. If you do it in the morning, you have the benefits of feeling wonderful all day.

Five minutes with Allie Hill

We begin by getting the blood flowing and muscles loosened by repeating a cycle of movements involving numerous poses, including the downward-facing dog and the plank. In this heat, even these relatively simple stances really get the sweat going, and I grunt to keep up with the ladies who appear to be doing it effortlessly. ‘And now, down into food-bank Casablanca,’ says Allie. I’m well aware I’ve misheard her, but since my yoga lexicon stretches no further than Spandex, I’m clueless as to what she might have actually said. I try not to worry about it, because I’m beginning to enjoy myself. As they say, ignorance is bliss.

As the routine develops into something a little more intense and fast-paced, the fact that I’m new to the game becomes clear. Despite this, Allie is encouraging, making my ineptitude irrelevant. At one stage, when everyone has their legs very high in the air with their faces pressed into the mats, I’m wobbling uneasily with my leg half-cocked and my stomach pressed to the floor. No one’s looking, I reason. It doesn’t matter. As I stand up, I realise just how sweaty I am. The squelch that follows me sitting back down on the mat is only marginally less embarrassing (and comical) than the rubbery squeak of me shifting my weight around on the sodden towel. I’m reduced to a seal-like state. This is harder than I’d expected.

At the end of the session, I peel the mat from the floor and feel sorry for the person who’s going to have to wring it out. It’s not until I exit the studio that I begin to notice the benefits of my session. I feel awake, invigorated. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed myself and I now understand why hot yoga is so popular, especially in the frosty winter months. n

Prices start from £16 for a drop-in session, yogahaven, 26 Kew Road, TW9 2NA, 020 8948 2080 (yogahaven.co.uk)

The House of Yoga, PutneyPrices start from £70 for five classes

228 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 6TG, 020 8780 3973 (thehouseofyoga.co.uk)

The Garage Studio, BarnesPrices start from £125 for 10 classes

26 Priests Bridge, SW14 8TA, 020 8878 0556 (thegaragestudio.co.uk)

Bikram Yoga, WimbledonPrices start from £15 per drop-in session

(not available to newcomers)7 Elm Grove, SW19 4HE,

020 8944 9771 (bikramyogawimbledon.com)

Where else offers yoga?

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THE PLAYGROUNDNews, events and fashion for little ones this autumn

Swap ‘n’ shopLooking for a way to offload some of those unwanted presents, toys and accessories that your little ones have outgrown? Hoping to pick up a few bargains in the process? Mum2mum Market in Wimbledon and Teddington, where parents can buy and sell nearly-new items in excellent condition, are a great way to make those post-Christmas pennies stretch a little further.

WiMbLedon daTes:31 January, 28 February, 21 March, 18 april, 16 May, 20 June, 12 september, 17 october, 21 november

TeddingTon daTes:17 January, 14 February, 14 March, 18 april, 9 May, 13 June, 11 July

2pm-4pm. Wimbledon market at Ricards Lodge High School, Lake Road, SW19 7HB or Teddington market at Teddington Baptist Church, Church Road, TW11 8PF (mum2mummarket.co.uk)

PlaytimeWhether your little ones are taking on the mantle of rock gods or mini warriors, these Manta cushions mean even the most exuberant of pillow fights will have a soft landing.

AlexandAlexa Manta Pillow Band, £27, available from alexandalexa.com

Izzy wizzy, let’s get busyThis month, sooty and friends sweep (see what we did there?) into town to perform at Richmond Theatre in The sooty show. The nation’s favourite bear, along with his pals sweep and soo, are preparing to celebrate sooty’s birthday and it’s up to Richard Cadell to keep the three in order. as fans of the classic TV show will expect, not everything goes according to plan and someone is bound to end up with cake on their face. For diehard fans there’s even a chance to meet the fuzzy hero after the show.

25 January, £16.90, shows at 11am and 2.30pm. Richmond Theatre, The Green, TW9 1QJ, 0844 871 7651 (atgtickets.com/richmond)

Grin & bear itUnleash your kids’ inner Paddington

bear at a time of year when there will be plenty of puddles to splash in with these

colourful pieces from Petit bateau.

56/58 Hill Street, Richmond, TW9 1TW, 020 8332 6956 or 61 High Street,

Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EE, 020 8946 8140 (petit-bateau.co.uk)

Wool and cotton knit hat, £28

Rainboots, £33

Waterproof gabardine parka lined with

sherpa, £109

Fun & gamesJoin acclaimed author anthony browne, creator of the hugely popular Gorilla and

Willy the Wimp, at an exclusive sunday story Time event at the Polka Theatre

this month. browne will be sharing stories and games from his books with

his enthusiastic young audience.

25 January, Tickets £5, 11am, recommended for ages four and over. Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway,

Wimbledon, SW19 1SB, 020 8543 4888 (polkatheatre.com)

Did you know?every Tuesday at 4pm Kew Library hosts a free storytime session for under-fives.

Kew Library, 106 North Road, TW9 4HJ, 020 8734 3352

(richmond.gov.uk/kew_library)

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Parent traP: naPPy Valley net richmond NappyValleyNet.com has become an online sensation in the four years since founder Susan Hanage, aka. Annabel, launched it, with more than 130,000 visits to the site every month. An invaluable tool for parents based in south-west London who are seeking to swap tips and share advice, we’ve teamed up to post some of the most pressing topics posted on the site

Is private nursery real ly necessary for two-and-a-half year-olds?I’m new to the UK (and unfamiliar with the school system here), so I recently went to the Independent Schools Show. I was a bit shocked to hear that children can (and do) start at private nursery school from the age of two-and-a-half. Given the short time involved (two to three hours per day), I’d still need to employ a full-time nanny on top of paying for the school.

While I understand that there are benefits to private-school education, is the difference between state and private that significant, especially at such a young age?

Top replies:

Sun 9 Nov, 2014 9.18pm

As far as I’m concerned, private nursery really isn’t necessary and is usually only used as an option for children who have a parent at home or already have a nanny. Good daycare nurseries will teach the same things, or so I’m told.

Sun 9 Nov, 2014 10.46pm

It depends what form of childcare you plan on using. If you’re a stay-at-home mum, or have a nanny, then it would be unusual not to send your child to nursery school for a few hours a day. However, if your child is in full-time daycare, then there’s no need to worry as they’ll cover everything there.

In terms of cost, from the term after your child turns three, the government pays for 15 hours schooling per week, so the cost to you will be either zero, or minimal. Every council produces a guide each year that gives you the local options for both state and private nursery schools, as well as explaining the process.

Mon 17 Nov, 2014 7.31pm

My children attend a state nursery. It’s absolutely fantastic and three of the staff are either qualified in or studying for a Masters in nursery education. I doubt very much you’d find that at a nursery attached to a private school, although I’d be happy to be proved wrong.

Thu 20 Nov, 2014 2.40pm

Although I firmly believe that education should be free, the reality is rather shocking. You want to encourage your little one to absorb as much information as possible and that all comes down to love and communication. The upside of a private nursery is the attention to detail, as they usually work with smaller numbers and can provide, in theory, more personal care.

Farrow & Bal l, or Dulux Endurance paint?Does anyone have any experience of Dulux Endurance paint? We have a decorator starting in a couple of weeks and he’ll be painting our hallway and landings. He uses Dulux Endurance paint as he thinks it’s harder-wearing with small children. However, we’ve used Farrow & Ball before and my experience is that it goes on easily and the colours are better. Any advice would be appreciated.

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Thu 27 Nov, 2014 3.01pm

Farrow & Ball is lovely, but ours shows every little grubby hand print, and when it comes to things like crayons – you can forget it!

Thu 27 Nov, 2014 4.26pm

Our decorator used Dulux Endurance – our baby is eight months old and there’s not a mark anywhere. The finish isn’t as nice as it’s slightly shiny, but the walls look a lot better than they would with marks. I can’t comment on Farrow & Ball, but a big thumbs-up for Endurance.

Thu 27 Nov, 2014 4.30pm

The whole of our ground floor has been painted with Dulux Endurance and I am really pleased with it. I frequently scrub off food, mud and buggy marks and have even removed biro and felt-tip pen. I’d also recommend using it up the stairs too, as lots of grubby hands go up and down. I agree, though, that the colours and finish with the Dulux paint aren’t as nice, which is a shame.

Thu 27 Nov, 2014 4.36pm

I vote against Farrow & Ball if you have toddlers. Our painter tried to get us to use Dulux Endurance – I wish we’d listened!

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Planning & DeveloPment

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

Preserving a piece of historyAn historic building in Richmond has been bought by the developer Banda. The 22,000 sq ft building, which dates back to the 1800s, has served many purposes since its construction as a bottling factory for the nearby Richmond Brewery Stores. Most notably it was used by the British Legion Poppy Factory during its early years, but it will eventually provide seven residential units and seven offices with uninterrupted river views.

Banda says the apartments will be developed to ‘the highest specification’, with timber flooring, bespoke kitchens equipped with Miele appliances, underfloor heating and the latest in audio-visual gadgets. The developer says references to the building’s history will be carefully incorporated into the design, and that the original character and period details of the site will be retained wherever possible. Edo Mapelli Mozzi, managing director of Banda Property, confirmed the company’s decision to incorporate the ex-factory’s history into the finished development when he told the Journal that Banda likes to ‘seek out characteristic buildings that will make beautiful and architecturally exciting homes that are returned to the heart of the community’.

(bandaproperty.co.uk)

environmental fundingMerton Council needs to make £32million worth of savings over the coming years due to reduced funding from central government. To achieve this, the council is exploring how to provide quality refuse and recycling collections, street cleaning and parks maintenance on a tighter budget, so that funding for children’s and social services won’t be strongly affected.

The borough, which is part of the award-winning South London Waste

Partnership (bringing together the councils of Merton, Sutton, Kingston and Croydon), will be commissioning an environmental services company to manage the borough’s waste and parks services from April 2017. It will continue to have overall responsibility for the ongoing management of its waste services and extensive parks and green spaces though.

(merton.gov.uk)

Home officeA controversial government change to the English planning system has been made, which means that when developers wish to convert offices to flats, councils are only able to consider the impact of the proposed development in relation to highways and transport, flooding and contamination. The legislation has resulted in 50,000 sq ft of office floor space in Richmond being lost to new homes.

Across the country, property developers have taken advantage of the government’s decision to scrap planning permission for converting offices to flats over the next three years, but in Richmond business opportunities have reportedly been weakened as the vast majority of office space is in prime locations for

residential property developers.Richmond Council’s cabinet member

for the environment, Cllr Pamela Fleming, told the Journal: ‘These government planning changes have already decimated our office space and now it’s harder to attract new investment and for our borough’s businesses to expand. Locally, we lose out on all counts; developers make no contributions towards infrastructure or affordable housing, but if we don’t meet the government’s target for collecting business rates we have less to spend on local services. We all want to see more homes built, but not at the expense of local jobs and a diminished local economy.’

(richmond.gov.uk)

Courtesy of SheepRUs (flickr.com)

Wimbledon Park by alaric.uk (flickr.com)

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Planning applicationsDate ReCeIVeD: 4 NovemberaDDRess: CastelnauPRoPosal: advertisement consent for fascia shop sign

Date ReCeIVeD: 12 NovemberaDDRess: Richmond Park RoadPRoPosal: Proposed hip to gable and rear dormer loft conversion

Date ReCeIVeD: 17 NovemberaDDRess: Gamlen RoadPRoPosal: erection of single-storey office in rear garden

Date ReCeIVeD: 21 NovemberaDDRess: oakhill RoadPRoPosal: erection of rear roof extension

Date ReCeIVeD: 26 NovemberaDDRess: Nelson RoadPRoPosal: erection of a single-storey rear extension

Date ReCeIVeD: 28 NovemberaDDRess: Denison RoadPRoPosal: application for a lawful development certificate to establish the use of the property as offices

stReet

alexandra Road

Broom Water West

Disraeli Road

Graemesdyke avenue

lower Common south

Parkstead Road

PlaNNeD WoRk

Installation of three-bay, non-ad bus shelter

lay gas service

traffic signal modernisation

Carry out footway repairs

Gas main replacement

Footway reconstruction

Dates

20-22 January

19-27 January

12 January – 15 February

26 January – 13 February

Until 26 January

1-11 January

WoRks oWNeR

london transport 020 7222 1234

Fulcrum Pipelines limited 0845 641 3010

london transport 020 7222 1234

Richmond Upon thames 020 8891 1411

southern Gas Networks0845 026 0015

Wandsworth 020 8871 6000

Planned roadworks and closures in and around January

Wanted: local architectsRichmond Council has launched an architectectural competition to redevelop an underused car park into residential housing. architects are being asked to submit their ideas for Friar’s lane car park, which is surrounded by Grade II-listed 18th and 19th-century buildings and has been on the council’s redevelopment list for a number of years.

(richmond.gov.uk)

Town square for Twickenhamas part of the plans to redevelop king street, the council has purchased three properties in the area in a long-term scheme to encourage the rejuvenation and revitalisation of twickenham. Part of this plan is to introduce a new town square to offer a central focal point for the area.

the Journal spoke to lord true, leader of Richmond Council, about the plans. ‘the separation of twickenham town from the historic riverside that was so critical to the development of the area has long been regretted by local people and has led to widespread under-appreciation of the quality of this unique place,’ he said.

‘By acquiring these properties, the council is fulfilling a promise that enables the creation of a new heart and square for twickenham in an effort to unite town and river again.’

the proposed square would form a link between the newly-improved town centre and the award-winning Diamond Jubilee Gardens on the river bank, opening up the centre of twickenham into a more pedestrian-friendly and eye-catching area. ‘this could be a lasting legacy for generations,’ lord true concluded.

(richmond.gov.uk)

King Street revitalisation

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CounCils

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

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

Wandsworth CouncilThe Town Hall Wandsworth High StreetSW18 2PU020 8871 6000wandsworth.gov.uk

Post offiCes

Church Road96 Church Road, SW13 0DQ

Danebury Avenue31a Danebury Avenue SW15 4DG

East Sheen234 Upper Richmond Road WestSW14 8AG

Haydons Road317 Haydons RoadSW19 8TX

Raynes Park1a Amity Grove, SW20 0LL

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

Vets and Pets

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

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

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

dentists

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

Roseneath Dental CareCorner of Mount Ararat & Paradise Road, Richmond TW10 6PA, 020 8940 9955roseneath.co.uk

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

of in our round up for harmonious living

S P Orthodontics2a Barham RoadWimbledonSW20 0EU020 8946 3064 orthodontist-wimbledon.co.uk

doCtors

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

Richmond Practice - Private doctors’ service19 Sheen Road (Opposite Waitrose carpark) RichmondTW9 1AD020 8940 5009richmondpractice.co.uk

Seymour House Surgery154 Sheen RoadRichmondTW9 1UU020 8940 2802 richmondsurgery.co.uk

LifesaversSheen Lane Health CentreSheen LaneSW14 8LP020 8876 3901sheenlanehealthcentre.co.uk

oPtiCian

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

soliCitors

Dixon Ward16 The Green TW9 1QD020 8940 4051dixon-ward.co.uk

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

Cleaners

Bright And Sparkling 07411 747 803bright-and-sparkling.co.uk

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

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

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

ortHodontists

Wimbledon Orthodontic Practice‘Registered Specialist Orthodontists practising in the area since 1996’18 Tabor GroveWimbledon, SW19 4EB020 8944 0180info@wimbledon-orthodontist.co.ukwimbledon-orthodontist.co.uk

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Architects

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

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

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

Holden Harper26 High StreetWimbledon, SW19 5BY020 8946 5502holdenharper.co.uk

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

Antiques

The Gooday Gallery14 Richmond HillTW10 6QX020 8940 8652thegoodaygallery.com

MuseuMs/GAlleries

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

Lacy Road Gallery30 Lacy Road PutneySW15 1NL020 8789 1777 lacyroadgallery.co.uk

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

Museum of RichmondOld Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue Richmond, TW9 1TP020 8322 1141 museumofrichmond.com

Orleans House Gallery Riverside TwickenhamTW1 3DJ020 8831 6000 richmond.gov.uk/orleans_house_gallery

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

Riverside Gallery 36 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LP020 8878 0040 riversidegallery.co.uk

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

The Architect’s GalleryThe Powder Rooms69-71 Broad StreetTeddington, TW11 8QZ020 8977 7046 thearchitectsgallery.com

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

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

Will’s Art Warehouse180 Lower Richmond RoadPutney Common, SW15 1LY020 8246 4840 wills-art.com

Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club Church RoadWimbledon, SW19 5AE020 8944 1066wimbledon.com

Wimbledon Windmill Museum Windmill RoadWimbledon Common SW19 5NRwimbledonwindmill@gmail.comwimbledonwindmill.org.uk

New Wimbledon TheatreThe BroadwaySW19 1QG0844 871 7646atgtickets.com/wimbledon

Normansfield Theatre The Langdon Down CentreNormansfield2A Langdon Park, Teddington, TW11 9PS0333 121 2300 langdondowncentre.org.uk

Orange Tree Theatre1 Clarence StreetRichmond, TW9 2SA020 8940 3633orangetreetheatre.co.uk

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

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

Richmond Theatre The Green, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7651atgtickets.com/richmond

Step on Stage Academy of Performing Arts 07973 900 196/07814 427 274steponstageacademy.co.uk

Teddington Theatre Club Hampton Hill Playhouse90 High Street, Hampton HillTW12 1NZteddingtontheatreclub.org.uk

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

The Half Moon 93 Lower Richmond RoadSW15 1EU020 8780 9383 halfmoon.co.uk

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

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

entertainment

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Beauchamp Beauty14 Eton StreetRichmondTW9 1EE020 8439 9977beauchampbeauty.com

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

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

B London Boutique16 Barnes High Street SW13 9LW 020 8876 7577 blondonboutique.com

Emily Victoria Beauty71 Sheen Lane SW14 8AD020 8487 9595emily-victoria.co.uk

Heavenly Green 4 Kew GreenTW9 3BH020 8332 1999heavenlygreen.co.uk

Lulu Blonde Hair & Beauty2o RidgwayWimbeldon Village, SW19 4QN020 8947 2469lulublonde.com

Paris Moses Salon30a Hill StreetRichmond, TW9 1TW0208 940 9646parismoses.co.uk

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

HEALTH & BEAUTYTrue Beauty Salon & Medispa59 King Street Parade, Cross Deep, TwickenhamTW1 3SG020 8892 7999truebeautysalon.co.uk

WT Spa55-56 George StreetRichmondTW9 1HE020 8439 9936wtspa.com

BOUTIQUES

Feather & Stitch16 King StreetRichmondTW9 1ND020 8332 2717featherandstitch.com

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

Matches – Wimbledon36 High Street Wimbledon VillageSW19 5BY 020 8947 9777

Matches – Richmond13 Hill StreetRichmondTW9 1SX 020 8332 9733matchesfashion.com

Nadia Ivanova76 White Hart LaneBarnesSW13 OPZ020 8878 0941nadiaivanova.co.uk

Ruby Blue & Sheen Uncovered281- 287 Upper Richmond Road WestEast SheenSW14 8QS020 8876 9845sheenuncovered.co.uk

Question Air - Barnes86 Church RoadBarnes, SW13 ODQ020 8741 0816

Question Air - Wimbledon77 High Street Wimbledon Village, SW19 5EG020 8946 6288question-air.com

Marco Tripoli7 White Hart Lane,Barnes, SW13 OPXmarcotripoli.com

FAsHionJEwEllErS

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

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

HoTELs, TrAvEL & soCiALHOTElS

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

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

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

Richmond Hill Hotel144-150 Richmond HillTW10 6RW020 8940 2247richmondhill-hotel.co.uk

TravEl agEnT

Simpson TravelBoat Race House, 61-67 Mortlake High Street, SW14 8HL0845048503590simpsontravel.com

vEnUE

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

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Food & drinkRestauRants

Annie’s36-38 White Hart LaneBarnes, SW13 0PZ 020 8878 2020anniesrestaurant.co.uk

Cau33 High StWimbledon, SW19 5BY020 8605 9091caurestaurants.com

Enoteca Turi28 Putney High StreetSW15 1SQ020 8785 4449enotecaturi.com

Light on the Common48 High StreetWimbledon Village, SW19 5AX020 8946 3031lightwimbledon.co.uk

Rock and Rose106-108 Kew RoadTW9 2PQ020 8948 8008rockandroserestaurant.com

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

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

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

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

ButcheRs

AG Miller Ltd152 Waldegrave Road Teddington, TW11 8NA020 8977 2753agmiller.co.uk

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

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

Robert & Edwards19 Leopold RoadWimbledon, SW19 7BB020 8946 5834robertandedwards.co.uk

PuBs

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

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

The Clock House69 High StreetTeddington, TW11 8HA020 8977 3909theclockhousepub.com

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

The Old Anchor71 Richmond RoadTwickenham, TW1 3AW020 8892 2181the-old-anchor.co.uk

GReenGRoceRs

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

BakeRies

La Boulangerie – St Margaret’s2 Crown RoadSt Margaret’s, TW1 3EE020 8892 7990 La Boulangerie – Richmond410 Richmond RoadTwickenham, TW1 2EB 020 8892 3332laboulangere.co.uk

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

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

Delis

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

Cook & GarciaUnit 1, 25 The QuadrantRichmond, TW9 1DJ020 8948 7777cookandgarcia.co.uk

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

The Alberts Deli2 Worple WayRichmond, TW10 6DF020 8617 3029thealbertsdeli.com

confectioneRs

Sandrine Chocolates239 Upper Richmond Road WestEast Sheen, SW14 8QS020 8878 8168sandrine.co.uk

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

William Curley10 Paved CourtRichmond, TW9 1LZ020 8332 3002williamcurley.co.uk

cafés

Artisan203 Upper Richmond RoadPutney, SW15 6SG020 8617 3477artisancoffee.co.uk

Babycakes364 Upper Richmond Road WestEast Sheen, SW14 7JU020 8392 2074my-babycakes.com

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

Petersham Nurseries CaféChurch LaneRichmond, TW10 7AB020 8940 5230petershamnurseries.com

The Fallow Deer130 High StreetTeddington, TW11 8JBthefallowdeer.com

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Carter Jonas44 White Hart LaneSW13 0PZ020 8878 1115 (carterjonas.co.uk)

Douglas & GordonPutney 127 Lower Richmond Road SW15 1EZ 020 8785 6666douglasandgordon.com

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

East Sheen 252 Upper Richmond Road WestSW14 8AG020 8454 7247 (sales)020 8936 3028 (lettings)

Putney184 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 2SH020 8454 7243 (sales)020 8454 7259 (lettings)

Richmond 8 The QuadrantTW9 1BP020 8454 7251 (sales)020 8454 7261 (lettings)

Teddington 164 High StreetTW11 8HU020 8970 7902 (sales)020 8970 7906 (lettings)

WimbledonHigh StreetSW19 5BA020 8454 7249 (sales)020 8454 7265 (lettings)hamptons.co.uk

Knight FrankBarnes & Putney56 Barnes High Street SW13 9LF020 3371 3130

EsherThe Old Post HouseHigh StreetKT10 9QA01372 464496Richmond5 Duke Street TW9 1HP020 8939 2803

Wimbledon 81 High StreetSW19 5EG020 8946 0026knightfrank.co.uk

Marsh & Parsons Barnes73/75 Church RoadSW13 9HH020 8563 8333

East Sheen202 Upper Richmond Road SW14 8AN 020 8878 2828

Richmond1 The Quadrant TW9 1BP 020 8939 1770marshandparsons.co.uk

Robert Holmes & CoWimbledonWillow House35 High StreetSW19 5BY020 8947 9833 (sales and new homes)

11-13 Church RoadSW19 5DW020 8879 9669 (lettings)robertholmes.co.uk

SavillsBarnes52 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LN020 8939 6900

East Sheen298a Upper Richmond Road West SW14 7JG 020 8018 777

Putney198 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 2SH020 8780 9900

Richmond40-42 Hill RiseTW10 6UA020 8614 9100

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

WinkworthBarnes2 Barnes High StreetSW13 9LB020 8255 0088 (sales)020 8878 7966 (lettings)

Putney196 Upper Richmond RoadSW15 2SH020 8788 9295

Wimbledon37 Church RoadSW19 5DQ020 8946 2930 winkworth.co.uk

Your local agentsA selection of the areas top estate agents

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PROPERTY WATCH

Last year was a varied one for the property market in Barnes. It began with a bang, with rising demand and low stock levels

creating price increases and sealed-bid scenarios. By summer, increased stock levels and price sensitivity crept back into the market, a trend that has continued throughout the second half of the year. Political uncertainty ahead of the next general election, coupled with mansion tax proposals, has introduced an element of caution, while the most recent development in the market has been stamp duty reform. This has been very positive news for first-time buyers and second-steppers and, although prime properties are seeing increases in their stamp duty tax, we expect buyers will adjust to the new costs and for this to be absorbed by the market in the long term, with Savills Research currently predicting growth of 20 per cent in Barnes by 2019.

Barnes remains a popular location for buyers looking for a London home

for sale

Lonsdale Road, SW13Guide price: £4.5millionA striking and innovative Victorian house updated by award-winning architects De Matos Ryan, whose focus was to create a contemporary space within a period building to provide for both family living and entertainment, using the latest innovations and highest-specification materials. The garden was designed by Chelsea double gold medal winner Lucian Giubbilei.

For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact Savills Barnes on 020 8939 6900 (savills.co.uk)

Sandra Carline, head of Savills Barnes, discusses the future of the local property market as we begin 2015

Looking ahead

with a village feel. Centred around an attractive duck pond, it offers traditional delights such as country-style pubs, butchers, fishmongers and a Saturday farmers’ market. UK buyers remain the most prominent across all price brackets in the area, followed by Western Europeans; Barnes has a large Swedish community, supported by the Swedish school in Lonsdale Road and Totally Swedish shop in the village. It has a strong community spirit with 88 per cent of purchasers buying property in the area as their main residence. In comparison with more central enclaves of London, buyers are attracted to the larger gardens and increased space they can find here and in other areas of south-west London. There are a number of natural open spaces to enjoy in the area including the green, common and riverside walks close to the boundaries of the London Wetlands Centre. Highly regarded schools in the area include St Paul’s, Colet Court, The Harrodian, Barnes Primary and St Osmond’s. n

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Savills RichmondMatthew Thompsonmgthompson@savills.com

020 8614 9100

5 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 8 bedrooms ø 6 bathrooms ø separate 6bedroom lodge ø separate cinema ø garden ø garage ø off-street parking for numerous carsø 1,279 sq m (13,768 sq ft)

AN EXCEPTIONALLY ELEGANT AND HISTORIC GRADE II* LISTED HOUSEthe green, richmond

Offers in excess of £10 million Freehold

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Savills WimbledonClive Mooncmoon@savills.com

020 8971 8120

4 reception rooms ø 6 double bedrooms (2 en suite) ø 2 further bathrooms ø garden and viewsø high specification ø Wimbledon Village 800m ø Wimbledon Park Underground 1,000mø Wimbledon Station 1,500m ø 465 sq m (5,005 sq ft) ø EPC=E

IMPRESSIVE DOUBLE FRONTED EDWARDIAN HOUSE WITH PERIOD FEATUREShome park road, sw19

Guide £5.995 million Freehold

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Savills RichmondMatthew Thompsonmgthompson@savills.com

020 8614 9100

5 reception rooms ø kitchen/breakfast room ø 8 bedrooms ø 6 bathrooms ø separate 6bedroom lodge ø separate cinema ø garden ø garage ø off-street parking for numerous carsø 1,279 sq m (13,768 sq ft)

AN EXCEPTIONALLY ELEGANT AND HISTORIC GRADE II* LISTED HOUSEthe green, richmond

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Savills WimbledonClive Mooncmoon@savills.com

020 8971 8120

4 reception rooms ø 6 double bedrooms (2 en suite) ø 2 further bathrooms ø garden and viewsø high specification ø Wimbledon Village 800m ø Wimbledon Park Underground 1,000mø Wimbledon Station 1,500m ø 465 sq m (5,005 sq ft) ø EPC=E

IMPRESSIVE DOUBLE FRONTED EDWARDIAN HOUSE WITH PERIOD FEATUREShome park road, sw19

Guide £5.995 million Freehold

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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.

Unfurnished £2,895 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø reception room ø 2 bathroomsø off-street parking ø ground floor ø 108 sq m (1,172 sq ft)ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

GARRAWAY COURT, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £2,300 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathroomsø communal gym and swimming pool ø parkingø 85 sq m (917 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

KEBLE PLACE, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £6,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

4 bedrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø 3 bathroomsø garden ø off-street parking ø 108 sq m (1,172 sq ft)ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E

CHARLWOOD ROAD, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

Unfurnished £6,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø 2 bathroomsø garden ø balcony ø off-street parking ø garageø 258sq m (2,781 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D

PUTNEY PARK AVENUE, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

LETTINGS LAYOUT ONLY

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Unfurnished £3,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø reception room ø open plan kitchenø bathroom ø garden ø 103 sq m (1,109 sq ft)ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=D

THORNTON ROAD, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

Unfurnished £2,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathroomsø lift ø off-street parking ø 94 sq m (1,015 sq ft)ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D

THE GRANGE, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

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

5 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 3 bathroomsø patio ø residents parking ø 232 sq m (2,492 sq ft)ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D

OLD PALACE TERRACE, tw9

Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114

Flexible furnishings £30,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Grade II listed ø 7 bedrooms ø 3 reception roomsø kitchen ø 5 bathrooms ø gym ø swimming poolø 689 sq m (7,420 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H

FIFE ROAD, sw14

Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114

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.

Unfurnished £2,895 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø reception room ø 2 bathroomsø off-street parking ø ground floor ø 108 sq m (1,172 sq ft)ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

GARRAWAY COURT, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £2,300 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathroomsø communal gym and swimming pool ø parkingø 85 sq m (917 sq ft) ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=C

KEBLE PLACE, sw13

Savills Barnes pzammit@savills.com 020 8939 6914

Unfurnished £6,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

4 bedrooms ø 2 reception rooms ø 3 bathroomsø garden ø off-street parking ø 108 sq m (1,172 sq ft)ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=E

CHARLWOOD ROAD, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

Unfurnished £6,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

5 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø 2 bathroomsø garden ø balcony ø off-street parking ø garageø 258sq m (2,781 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D

PUTNEY PARK AVENUE, sw15

Savills Putney rhole@savills.com 020 8780 6117

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.

Unfurnished £3,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

3 bedrooms ø reception room ø open plan kitchenø bathroom ø garden ø 103 sq m (1,109 sq ft)ø Council Tax=F ø EPC=D

THORNTON ROAD, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

Unfurnished £2,500 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

2 bedrooms ø reception room ø kitchen ø 2 bathroomsø lift ø off-street parking ø 94 sq m (1,015 sq ft)ø Council Tax=G ø EPC=D

THE GRANGE, sw19

Savills Wimbledon aclements@savills.com 020 8971 8100

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

5 bedrooms ø 3 reception rooms ø kitchen ø 3 bathroomsø patio ø residents parking ø 232 sq m (2,492 sq ft)ø Council Tax=H ø EPC=D

OLD PALACE TERRACE, tw9

Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114

Flexible furnishings £30,000 pcm+ £276 inc VAT one-off admin fee and other charges may apply*

Grade II listed ø 7 bedrooms ø 3 reception roomsø kitchen ø 5 bathrooms ø gym ø swimming poolø 689 sq m (7,420 sq ft) ø Council Tax=H

FIFE ROAD, sw14

Savills Richmond sarengu@savills.com 020 8614 9114

Hamptons Richmond Office Sales. 020 8454 7621 | Lettings. 020 8454 7261

Beyond your expectationswww.hamptons.co.uk

A fabulous, laterally configured detached family home of 3,689 square feet, occupying a very spacious and private plot on Sandy Lane, with a carriage driveway and garage providing generous off-street parking. EPC: D

• Six bedrooms• Three reception rooms• Four bathrooms• Detached house• Delightful garden• Private parking for several cars

£2,295,000 FreeholdPetersham

Hamptons Wimbledon Office Sales. 020 8454 7627 | Lettings. 020 8454 7265

An impressive and spacious detached family home set behind secure gates and situated in the prestigious Coombe Park private Estate. Finished to a very high standard the beautifully presented property includes five bedrooms, generous family/reception space, garage, ample parking and wonderful garden. EPC: C

• Private gated estate• Gated driveway• Five bedrooms• Excellent reception space• Two kitchens• High specification

£4,250,000 FreeholdCoombe Park

Hamptons Putney Office Sales. 020 8454 7612 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259

Beyond your expectationswww.hamptons.co.uk

A magnificent gated seven bedroom detached house located on one of the premier roads in the heart of Putney Heath. The house has a garage, off-street parking for a number of cars and a 97ft rear garden. EPC: E

• Detached• Seven bedrooms• Four bathrooms• Four reception rooms• Garden• Private parking

£3,795,000 FreeholdPutney

Hamptons Barnes Office Sales. 020 3285 7734 | Lettings. 020 8454 7259

A rarely available, six bedroom double fronted end of terrace Victorian family residence offering elegant lateral living space. Outside the landscaped side and rear gardens also include a travertine tiled terrace perfect for entertaining. EPC: D

• Double fronted Victorian home• Sought after road• Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom• Five further bedrooms• Family bathroom• Landscaped side and rear gardens

£2,900,000 FreeholdBarnes

Hamptons East Sheen Office Sales. 020 8454 7625 | Lettings. 020 3601 1912

Beyond your expectationswww.hamptons.co.uk

A substantial seven bedroom family residence located in this prestigious road, moments from Richmond Park, offering well proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors. Among the many features of this deceptively spacious property are; two good sized reception rooms, garage with off-street parking and a private mature rear garden. EPC: E

• Two reception rooms• Kitchen/breakfast room• Conservatory• Seven bedrooms• Four bathrooms• Off-street parking

£2,000,000 FreeholdEast Sheen Parkside

Hamptons Teddington Office Sales. 020 8945 5026 | Lettings. 020 8970 7906

A stunning five bedroom detached family home that has been extensively refurbished by the current owners and benefits from access to a two acre private riverside meadow with large boat house and mooring space. EPC: F

• Detached house – 2,233 sq ft• Five bedrooms• Four bathrooms• South facing garden• Resident’s riverside paddock and moorings

£1,895,000 FreeholdTeddington

Burges Grove, Barnes, SW13 Detached house with views of Barnes wetlands reserve  A recently renovated and significantly extended detached house which stands on a large plot. With 6 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, 5 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, garage, off‐street parking garden, EPC rating D. Approximately 587 sq m ﴾6,321 sq ft﴿.

Freehold

Guide price: £5,950,000

﴾RCH130103﴿

                    

KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130

   

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Residents Journal Jan 2015 - 8 Burges Grove 19/12/2014 13:24:20

Nassau Road, Barnes, SW13 One minute's walk to Barnes Pond  An opportunity to acquire an unmodernised family home in the heart of Barnes Village. With 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, eaves storage, large reception room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, downstairs WC, entrance hallway, front & rear  gardens, EPC rating E. Approximately 239 sq m ﴾2,572 sq ft﴿.

Freehold

Guide price: £2,100,000

﴾BNS140010﴿

                    

KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130

   

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Residents Journal Jan 2015 - 5 Nassau Road 19/12/2014 13:25:05

Burges Grove, Barnes, SW13 Detached house with views of Barnes wetlands reserve  A recently renovated and significantly extended detached house which stands on a large plot. With 6 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, 5 receptions, kitchen/breakfast room, utility room, garage, off‐street parking garden, EPC rating D. Approximately 587 sq m ﴾6,321 sq ft﴿.

Freehold

Guide price: £5,950,000

﴾RCH130103﴿

                    

KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130

   

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Residents Journal Jan 2015 - 8 Burges Grove 19/12/2014 13:24:20

Nassau Road, Barnes, SW13 One minute's walk to Barnes Pond  An opportunity to acquire an unmodernised family home in the heart of Barnes Village. With 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, eaves storage, large reception room, kitchen/dining room, cloakroom, downstairs WC, entrance hallway, front & rear  gardens, EPC rating E. Approximately 239 sq m ﴾2,572 sq ft﴿.

Freehold

Guide price: £2,100,000

﴾BNS140010﴿

                    

KnightFrank.co.uk/barnes barnes@knightfrank.com 020 3371 3130

   

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Residents Journal Jan 2015 - 5 Nassau Road 19/12/2014 13:25:05

Old Friars, The Green, Richmond TW9 A wonderful Grade II* Listed house Positioned in the centre of Richmond overlooking Richmond Green. 12 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, 6 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, 2 studies, 4 cloakrooms, large south‐west facing gardens, cinema building, offices, greenhouse, cellar, garaging, off‐street parking.  Approximately 1254 sq m ﴾13,500 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Offers in excess of £10,000,000

﴾POD140426﴿

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

 

 

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Resident's Journal Jan 15 - Old Friars 4 15/12/2014 17:50:26

Lancaster Park, Richmond TW10 Family house on Richmond Hill with parking An excellent family house situated on the lower slopes of Richmond Hill, moments from amenities. 6 bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, reception room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, cellar, garden, off street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 237 sq m ﴾2,551 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £2,500,000

﴾POD140347﴿

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

 

 

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Resident's Journal Jan 15 - 13 Lancaster Park 4 15/12/2014 17:47:55

Old Friars, The Green, Richmond TW9 A wonderful Grade II* Listed house Positioned in the centre of Richmond overlooking Richmond Green. 12 bedrooms, 5 bath/shower rooms, 6 reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, 2 studies, 4 cloakrooms, large south‐west facing gardens, cinema building, offices, greenhouse, cellar, garaging, off‐street parking.  Approximately 1254 sq m ﴾13,500 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Offers in excess of £10,000,000

﴾POD140426﴿

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

 

 

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Resident's Journal Jan 15 - Old Friars 4 15/12/2014 17:50:26

Lancaster Park, Richmond TW10 Family house on Richmond Hill with parking An excellent family house situated on the lower slopes of Richmond Hill, moments from amenities. 6 bedrooms, 2 bath/shower rooms, reception room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room, utility, cloakroom, cellar, garden, off street parking. EPC rating D. Approximately 237 sq m ﴾2,551 sq ft﴿

Freehold

Guide price: £2,500,000

﴾POD140347﴿

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

 

 

 

KnightFrank.co.uk

SW Resident's Journal Jan 15 - 13 Lancaster Park 4 15/12/2014 17:47:55

KnightFrank.co.uk

Beltane Drive, Wimbledon SW19Brand new spacious house Stunning brand new house thoughtfully designed and built to an exacting standard and flooded with natural light. Master bedroom en suite, 3 further bedrooms, family bathroom, reception, bedroom/reception, shower room, kitchen/family room, garage, garden, off street parking. EPC rating B. Approximately 252.1 m sq (2,714 sq ft) Freehold

Guide price: £2,500,000

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

(WMB140214)

Coombe Hill Road, Kingston KT2Stunning six bedroom houseA stunning detached house by the renowned developer Lifestyle Projects, located on the private Coombe Hill Estate, down the road from the exclusive Coombe Hill Golf Club house. Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom, 5 further bedrooms, 2 family bathrooms, drawing room, dining room, media/play room, study, plant room, 2 WC’s, garage, garden. EPC rating F. Approximately 513.4 sq m (5,526 sq ft)

Freehold

Guide price: £4,600,000

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

(WMB130027)

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Archway Street SW13 £2,999,950An exceptionally spacious and truly unique six-bedroom family home located in the heart of the

desirable “Little Chelsea” area of Barnes. Freehold. EPC=F

Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk

Salcombe Villas TW10 £2,000,000This superb house has been beautifully designed and features a spectacular open plan reception space,

a Poggenpohl kitches, three stunning bedrooms and large patio garden. Freehold. EPC=F

Richmond: 020 7228 9292 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk

Archway Street SW13 £2,999,950An exceptionally spacious and truly unique six-bedroom family home located in the heart of the

desirable “Little Chelsea” area of Barnes. Freehold. EPC=F

Barnes: 020 8563 8333 sales.bar@marshandparsons.co.uk

Salcombe Villas TW10 £2,000,000This superb house has been beautifully designed and features a spectacular open plan reception space,

a Poggenpohl kitches, three stunning bedrooms and large patio garden. Freehold. EPC=F

Richmond: 020 7228 9292 sales.ric@marshandparsons.co.uk

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