Sandbanks Jets have taken the private jet charter experience to new heights as they continue to pave the way with their innovative approach to the industry and attention to detail, which can be encapsulated by their tag line, ‘The Ride of Your Life’. Sandbanks Jets have carefully chosen a select group of partners with the intention of enhancing the customer experience. This included teaming up with one of the most prestigious stores in the world, Harrods, to provide their onboard retailing and having worked closely with the prestigious Sunseeker London Group, they have been welcomed into the ‘Sunseeker Family’ proving a great partnership. The all female team are not content at stopping there, as their ability to recognise what could exceed the client expectations now leads them to improve the onboard catering experience. They are currently working on specialty catering with Rick Stein Restaurants. There is plenty to discover here on Brownsea Island and at a mile long and just under a mile wide, you can take in a range of habitats during your visit. Brownsea is a magical place where people and nature happily coexist, wildlife is conserved, and the landscape is sensitively managed. In spite of its small size, Brownsea has a wealth of different habitats to explore, from a sheltered lagoon to open heath, seashores, grasslands and woodland, each boasting its own fascinating wildlife. Founded in 2018 by Director Ben Walker at the early age of 20 years, Blue Lagoon Marine was initially a yard for Boat storage only. Fast forward to 2022 and you will find an extraordinarily successful yacht brokerage supplying the UK and Europe. With its Head Office in Sandbanks Poole, an East Coast Marina Office in Kent, and a meeting facility in Central London for domestic/international clients, Blue Lagoon Marine has placed itself well within an evergrowing market to meet all its clients needs.
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Brownsea Island Walks
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RED SQUIRREL ON BROWNSEA ISLAND
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here is plenty to discover here on Brownsea Island and, at a mile long and just under a mile wide, you can take in a range of habitats during your visit. Brownsea is a magical place where people and nature happily coexist, wildlife is conserved, and the landscape is sensitively managed. In spite of its small size, Brownsea has a wealth of different habitats to explore, from a sheltered lagoon to open heath, seashores, grasslands and woodland, each boasting its own fascinating wildlife. We have plenty of way marked walks for the whole family or more experienced rambler and winter is the perfect time to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the island. You may even spot one of the elusive Sika deer or the rare red squirrel. Our view points and woodlands walk (Orange route - 1 hour) offers stunning cliff top views across the Purbecks and can be the perfect spot for a warming spring time picnic. Wander along South Shore beach and you’ll be amazed to find old pottery pieces that remain from the days when Brownsea had a pottery factory. Venture further on the Scouting and Maryland walk (pink route 35 mins) to what remains of the old village and imagine the thriving community that once lived there. Ramble across the heath block on the Heathland walk (blue route - 40 mins) where you might spot some Japanese Sika deer, some of whom will be pregnant following the rutting season last year. If you’re quiet,
FOUND A PIECE OF POTTERY ALONG SOUTH SHORE BEACH? IT’S A REMNANT FROM THE POTTERY FACTORY THAT ONCE STOOD ON BROWNSEA.
you will spot them grazing as they take on board as much food as possible during the early part of the year. You can also join one of our daily, free introductory guided walks to introduce the history and wildlife of the island. Walks start near reception at 11:30 and 2pm and last about 45 minutes. Our Visitor Centre is a great place for a pit stop. Head in and chat to one of our friendly volunteers and learn about the wildlife on the island and the important work we are doing to conserve this special place. Take a seat and warm up in our cosy corner and pour over one of our many history or wildlife books. You can also pick up one of our free family trails or a ‘50 Things’ booklet. TAKE IN A CLIFFTOP VIEW AT BROWNSEA
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OUT & ABOUT
Bucklers Hard Boat Builders Ltd, HYTHE MARINA SELVA MURENA EF1 70XSR
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H Boat Sales, part of Bucklers Hard Boat Builders Ltd, are the sole appointed yacht brokers at both Bucklers Hard Yacht Harbour and Hythe Marina. In addition, the company has recently become a dealer of the Selva brand of boats and outboard engines. In stock currently are two Selva centre console sports boats complete with Selva outboard engines and Extreme trailers, priced at circa £30,000.00. Also in stock are a number of Selva outboard engines ranging from 2.5hp to 25hp, ideal for use with dinghies, tenders and dories. Please contact BH Boat Sales on 01590 616316 or 023 8087 9792 for further information. The other two businesses making up Bucklers Hard Boat Builders Ltd are BH Boat Yard Services and BH Fabrications. Both businesses operate from the Boatyard at Hythe Marina. The former offers full boat repair and refit services carried out by a small but experienced team of boatbuilders, marine engineers, painters and polishers. BH Fabrications are stainless steel and aluminium specialists providing a bespoke fabrication service to local boatbuilding companies and to private boat owners. Both businesses are contactable on 023 8084 6065.
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OUT & ABOUT PROPERTY
Western Avenue, Poole
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his contemporary home was completed in 2009 by a locally renowned development company with a view to setting new benchmarks for design and construction in the local marketplace: it subsequently won the Best House in Dorset award at the Daily Mail UK Residential Property Awards. The architectural design was completed by the award-winning Terence O’Rourke and the standard of finish and array of specification set a new benchmark in house building, which to this day, has yet to be surpassed, in our opinion. The single storey concept means that the accommodation is laid out like a supremely large penthouse with over 6360 sq ft of accommodation. The house was designed with an indoor swimming pool (current owners interior designed this space for a formal dining room) and an excellent separate self-contained guest suite in the grounds provides the family with an abundance of versatile living, all on one single floor. The entrance vestibule is approached by crossing a reflective pool and an oversize front door gives access to this fabulous home. The main reception hall opens up into the open plan living arrangement, with very high ceilings and large expanses of glass that bathes the
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space in natural light whilst bringing the outside in. The informal Living Area is open plan to the main Kitchen / Breakfast Area with its clean lines and German fitted units by Leicht, incorporating a comprehensive array of appliances by top manufacturers such as Gaggenau. A free-standing chimney breast with a flame effect fire provides warmth as well as a focal point in the evenings. In keeping with today’s lifestyles, dining arrangements are informal with a generous area overlooking the reflective pool (formal dining room) at one end and a comfortable breakfast bar at the other. When you’re entertaining the family or events with friends, there is a separate professional kitchen incorporating a Wolf stainless steel range complete with infra-red warmers, stainless units with a separate “prep” station and refrigeration by Gaggenau. The layout of this home is especially suited to entertaining family and friends, something which the current owners have particularly enjoyed.
building a special home and one which also boasted good green credentials. To this end, harvested rainwater serves the irrigation system in the grounds and solar panels assist with mains power and if using the pool, heating and use of it. As one would expect the house is thermally efficient and economical to run with under floor gas fired central heating throughout. The grounds are imaginatively landscaped and an oasis of quiet and tranquillity. This unusual house is very much a one-off and is of an exceptional standard throughout, so for those seeking the ultimate in contemporary design and modern living it will not disappoint. THE DETAILS Viewings strictly by appointment. Office: Tailor Made Estate Agents 16 Banks Road, BH13 7QB Tel: 01202 706006 E: enquiries@tmea.biz
The living areas reveal a very high level of finish. Luxury carpets sit side by side with hi-tech poured resin floors and oversize walnut finish doors with concealed hinges match the impressive size and scale of the rooms throughout. Polished plaster can also be seen in various locations, where colours and textures have been carefully chosen from a subtle palette of colours. There is also a programmable lighting system by Clipsal and a fully integrated audio / visual system with ceiling set speakers in all principal rooms. One item which is invisible to the naked eye is the mechanical ventilation system, which circulates fresh air throughout the house whilst filtering out impurities such as pollen. The living areas connect to a stunning central atrium which, in common with the rest of the property, is light and airy but is also beautiful at night. This area is home to three indoor plants and glass sliding doors access the indoor swimming pool (Formal dining room). The principle bedroom suite is the very epitome of luxury with a wide expanse of fitted wardrobes, a built-in dressing table (with a remote control retractable mirror) not to mention a concealed drink station with an integrated coffee machine and a zip tap for instant hot water. The master en suite boasts twin hand basins, a walk-in shower and a luxurious bath, all of which are sophisticated but understated. The guest bedrooms are also generously proportioned and in common with the principle suite that open onto a decked terrace with views of planted bamboo and Acer trees. The formal living room has a double aspect with views of the rear garden and it features a bespoke chimney breast with an inset flame effect fire and a large format television above. It is an ideal area in which to relax but it is also the perfect venue for viewing the latest cinematic releases with 5.1 surround sound and superb acoustics. Other facilities include a study, a walk-in clothing store, separate shower facilities, a utility room and a palatial double garage. However, an unexpected bonus and a very useful addition is a self-contained guest suite with its own bedroom, en suite bathroom, kitchen and terrace. This part of the development is completely detached from the main home and apart from being ideal for an au pair or an older family member; it would also make a great home office. From the outset the original design and function was intent on
About The Location
The property resides in a suburb known as Branksome Park, which falls within a conservation area covering several hundred acres. It is an area renowned for its natural beauty with tree lined avenues, indigenous pines and rhododendrons. Undoubtedly one of the most exclusive enclaves in Dorset, it is known for its luxury houses set in spacious grounds with close proximity to both the award-winning sandy beaches, the largest natural harbour in the world, and within 20 miles, the outstanding natural beauty of the Jurassic coastline and New Forest. Sitting approximately midway between the town centres of Poole and Bournemouth it is ideally located to take full advantage of the areas renowned shopping and leisure facilities such as the blue flag beaches at Branksome Chine and the world famous Sandbanks Peninsula with access to Poole Harbour. Transport communications are excellent as both Bournemouth and Poole enjoy main line railway stations with services to Southampton and London. Bournemouth International Airport and Southampton Airport are also close by and there is a ferry terminus at Poole opposite the Quay with a daily service to Cherbourg in France and Of all the roads in Branksome Park, Western Avenue is arguably the most prestigious and some of the area’s most valuable properties have changed hands here in recent years. The property sits centrally on its private plot enclosed by remote control gates, giving an excellent degree of privacy. M AY 2 0 2 2 1 5
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Charlton Marshall, Dorset
Whitecliff, Poole
POA
£2,800,000
Studland, Dorset
Alum Chine, Bournemouth
£1,200,000
£850,000
Exceptional home set in private gated grounds of 3.5 acres with 12,355 ft.² of versatile accommodation including 5 bedrooms, 4 reception rooms in the main home with an additional private 1 bedroom apartment and a brand new detached 1/2 bedroom cottage. EPC E.
Absolutely fabulous location awaits, in the prestigious village of Studland, with the property requiring modernisation, this is a blank canvas to create your own home, with a planning consent approved. EPC F.
SOPHISTICATED finishes and LUXURIOUS specification are set to flow through this brand new, COOL & CONTEMPORARY 4 bedroom 4273 Sq Ft HOME with FABULOUS Poole Harbour VISTAS. Completion set June 2022, NOW available for viewings.
FABULOUS 4 bedroom HOME now AVAILABLE, set in the sought-after Alum Chine area with FANTASTIC local amenities of Westbourne 1175 meters and the AWARD winning SANDY BEACHES only 450 meters. EPC C
Viewings available 7 days a week Robert Dunford Land and New Home Specialist Email: robert@tmea.biz
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Sandbanks, Poole
Lower Parkstone,Poole
£2,695,000
£1,575,000
Branksome Park, Poole
Sandbanks, Poole
£1,045,000
£755,000
SECURE gated CONTEMPORARY 4 bedroom HOME arranged over three floors with FABULOUS Poole Harbour VIEWS. An amazing array of LIFESTYLE options are AVAILABLE with shops, bistros all within easy reach, with Poole Harbour 65 meters and AWARD Winning SANDY beaches being 165 Meters away. EPC C.
CHINE VIEW Offers SOPHISTICATED finishes, LUXURIOUS specification with an excellent COASTAL location. This 3 bedroom apartment also comes with SECURE basement PARKING for 2 vehicles and PRIVATE store. Viewings now AVAILABLE. EPC C.
Welcome to Baywatch. An exquisite 3500sqft home in one of the area’s most desirable locations. Sitting neatly amongst landscaped grounds this beautiful south-west facing property provides undeniable seclusion and privacy whilst being walking distance to some of the area’s most popular amenities. EPC C.
Considering a HOLIDAY home. Less than 200 yards to the BEACHES, a great lock up and leave and WITH RENTAL POTENTIAL? This development could be FOR YOU. Set on the LUXURIOUS SANDY enclave of Sandbanks, viewings AVAILABLE 7 days a week. EPC B.
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Only 9 NOW AVAILABLE. Percorso is an EXCLUSIVE new DEVELOPMENT of 13 LUXURY apartments that have been designed with QUALITY and LUXURY as its primary focus by a RENOWNED Dorset developer. All homes come with SECURE underground PARKING space with CHARGING points as well as a CYCLE store. Off plan RESERVATIONS now being taken.
JOINT SELLING AGENTS
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EAST CLIFF PENTHOUSE
A SECOND FLOOR TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH INTERIOR DESIGN FINISH
A DUPLEX THREE BEDROOM PENTHOUSE WITH PANORAMIC SEA VIEWS FROM FOUR TERRACES CLOSE TO THE BEACH
PRICE GUIDE £585,000
PRICE GUIDE £950,000
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AN OUTSTANDING DEVELOPMENT OF SIX SPACIOUS APARTMENTS AND PENTHOUSE WITH EXCELLENT SEA VIEWS
A LARGE THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT IN THIS NEW HARBOUR SIDE DEVELOPMENT
PRICES FROM £995,000 TO £1.495M
PRICE GUIDE £2M
www.bournemouth-property.co.uk Tel: 01202 557766 | Email: info@bournemouth-property.co.uk
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EVENING HILL
A SUPERB THREE BEDROOM GARDEN APARTMENT WITH MAGNIFICENT VIEWS OVER POOLE HARBOUR
OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £1M
SANDBANKS
A THREE BEDROOM APARTMENT WITH ENVIABLE VIEWS OVER THE SEA AND HARBOUR WITH DIRECT BEACH FRONTAGE
PRICE GUIDE £1.375M
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SANDBANKS
A MODERN FOUR BEDROOM CONTEMPORARY HOUSE LOCATED CLOSE WITHIN A SHORT WALK TO BEACHES AND HARBOUR
PRICE GUIDE £1.65M
CANFORD CLIFFS
A MODERN DETACHED FIVE BEDROOM HOUSE WITHIN A SHORT WALK TO THE BEACH
PRICE GUIDE £1.695M
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OLD TOWN POOLE
£1,100,000
Prospect House is an impressive, gorgeous Georgian townhouse set in the heart of Old Town Poole. A true delight and rather unique! This Grade II Listed property offers elegant living spaces, and has beautifully presented accommodation set over 4 floors, where restored original features and antiques blend effortlessly with state of the art facilities. This imposing home has 4 double bedrooms, each with their own en-suite, a stunning drawing room with open fire, beautiful kitchen/dining room with integrated appliances, further reception room/cinema room, utility room, fully enclosed garden, and a single garage.
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CANFORD CLIFFS
£2,500,000
Set in one of the premier roads in Canford Cliffs, this wonderful 4454 sq ft family home was designed and built by the present owners approximately 35 years ago and has been lovingly maintained and updated over the years. The family is of a reputable local development firm, so the quality and design has always taken into account that it is for their own occupation. The plot is in excess of half an acre, is extremely secluded and accessed via a long driveway through electronic gates. Particular features include the use of ogival arch design in various doors and in particular the double height, vaulted bay which surrounds the spectacular main staircase leading up to the principal landing and master suite. A second stairway leads down from all other bedrooms and has an interconnecting door. The master suite in truly outstanding with its generous bedroom, 2 walk-in dressing rooms and a luxurious en suite shower/bathroom.
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111 PLACES IN BOURNEMOUTH THAT YOU SHOULDN’T MISS Katherine Bebo
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he number of ice creams bought along Bournemouth’s seafront each year: 750,000. The number of deckchairs hired out on a busy weekend: 3,000. The number of trees standing proud in the town: 47,000. Having long since shrugged off its reputation as God’s waiting room, Bournemouth and its surrounding areas have a boundless number of places to discover, explore and relish. Whether you’re a curious local, a seasoned traveller or a one-time visitor, these 111 places will surprise, delight and astonish you. Amble over the bridge that won World War II, get whisked off on an Asian adventure, learn about Charlie Chaplin’s connection to the town, visit Florence Nightingale’s grave, order a Zubrowka (whatever that is), gaze into the real Alice in Wonderland’s mirror, make friends with an Egyptian mummy, stand beneath the lamppost AFC Bournemouth was formed under, and walk in the footsteps of the Fab Four, as well as the woman who brought the British government to its knees. As you explore, take your time, take photos and take advantage of everything this extraordinary, astounding, fascinating area has to offer. Bournemouth isn’t just the beach. It’s also a town brimming with history, art, beauty, nature and fun. From Napoléon’s wine cooler to Mary Shelley’s grave, a war-winning bridge to locally made gin, a mural celebrating its larger-than-life visitors to its connections with War and Peace – not forgetting the cheese that returned from extinction – this town has it all, and is sure to surprise and delight all those who explore it. Experience the less-explored pockets of this
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diverse region through the eyes and words of an enamoured local. Join Katherine Bebo as she leads you away from the more famed attractions, while sharing entertaining insights, cultural anecdotes and insider tips. Her composition of 111 unusual places, in combination with the stunning photos by Oliver Smith, will enchant you and make you fall in love with this intriguing corner of England and its hidden nooks and crannies! Veer off the beaten track and onto a behind-the-scenes tour of 111 extraordinary places in and around Bournemouth. Available to purchase at Attico. Katherine Bebo is a professional freelance writer. Her career has taken her to London, Dubai and Denver, Colorado… but now she’s back home in the UK, enjoying the seaside with her husband and two children. She has had a handful of books published – on topics ranging from films to fitness, cocktails to outer space – plus many features for well-known publications and websites. She also wrote 111 Places in Poole That You Shouldn’t Miss. Oliver Smith is a commercial photographer with more than 15 years’ experience shooting properties, people and places all across the South of England. Following an extensive background in art and design, he gained his BA (hons) degree in photography in 2002 and ran a photographic laboratory for two years, before going freelance as Oliver Smith Photography. He continues to work amongst the high-end interiors and architectural markets, and his images have featured in a wide range of regional magazines, as well as national newspapers. Available to buy at atticogroup.co.uk 111places.com
LIVE THE OCEAN LIFE Exclusive Jetksi Membership Club comes to Sandbanks No hassle, no maintenance, storage or cost considerations just an annual fee starting from £2,500 per year Join the Ocean Club at Salterns today theoceanclubs.com | 01202 492255 | info@theoceanclubs.com
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Blue Lagoon Marine Brokerage UK and Europe
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ounded in 2018 by Director Ben Walker at the early age of 20 years, Blue Lagoon Marine was initially a yard for Boat storage only. Fast forward to 2022 and you will find an extraordinarily successful yacht brokerage supplying the UK and Europe. With its Head Office in Sandbanks Poole, an East Coast Marina Office in Kent, and a meeting facility in Central London for domestic/international clients, Blue Lagoon Marine has placed itself well within an evergrowing market to meet all its clients needs. Ben heads up an ever expanding dynamic team and prides himself on being a direct contact for his clients, along with Liam (Head of Sales) and Richard (Head of Engineering) offering a first class service, guiding them through every aspect of the yachting journey and offering a unique client experience. ‘We welcome all your enquiries with enthusiasm and offer unlimited advice and support in the process of either selling of buying a Boat’ With exceptional connections across Europe, Ben, along with Head of Sales Liam, also at the age of 24, has secured a lucrative partnership with well renowned and family owned shipyard Mengi Yay Yachts in Turkey
“Ben and Liam have secured a lucrative partnership with well renowned and family owned shipyard Mengi Yay Yachts in Turkey for the marketing of the new Zima 23-meter yacht, to be launched 2022”
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for the marketing of the new Zima 23-meter yacht, to be launched 2022. This exciting partnership has recently taken the team to Turkey to experience the design, build and luxury this stunning yacht has to offer. Alongside this exciting new partnership, Ben is continuing to import new boats and has recently secured a new Marina Office on the South Coast. In four short years Ben Walker and Blue Lagoon Marine, have firmly established a welldeserved place withing the brokerage industry and are focused on big moves for the future.
THE DETAILS 01202 081 700 ben@bluelagoonmarine.co.uk bluelagoonmarine.co.uk POOLE OFFICE: 202 Sandbanks Road, Poole KENT OFFICE: Station Road, Cuxton
Mengi Yay Zima 23 - €2,950,000 – 2022
Sealine F37 - £145,000 – 2001
Windy 32 Scirocco - £117,000 – 2004
Custom Eser Yacht - €1,390,000 – 1989
POOLE (HEAD OFFICE) 202 Sandbanks Road Poole, BH14 8HA 01202 081 700
KENT OFFICE (SALES & MARINA) Station Road Rochester, ME2 1AB 01634 720033
01202 081 700 ben@bluelagoonmarine.co.uk www.bluelagoonmarine.co.uk
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SANDFEST
RETURNS TO SUN-KISSED SANDBANKS BEACH FOR THE 5TH YEAR
THE DETAILS Sandpolo – Sandbanks (8-9 Jul 22) sandpolo.com
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n Sunday 10th July the blue flag Sandbanks beach welcomes Sandfest back to its golden sand and blue seas for the 5th year. Sandfest, a boutique one day music festival, is the finale to a sandbanks weekend where all generations enjoy lively sporting and social events on the famous peninsula at the entrance to Poole harbour, Dorset. Sandfest, with a capacity of 5000 lucky people, consistently delivers
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on quality artists & performers, marquees, bars and food offerings. Sandfest – Sandbanks (10 Jul 22) Acts have included: Faithless, Idris sandfest.co.uk Elba, Tinie Tempah, Chase and Status, Example and Hannah Wants. In 2019 there was even a cameo spot from ‘MC Hazza’ aka Harry Redknapp dropping some beats with DJ Luck. Gates open at midday but the party goers often arrive earlier for a swim and an opportunity to enjoy the expansive beach location. As the tempo builds the beach arena is full of energised music lovers dancing together as the sun goes down. Sunset unveils the magical lighting of the main stage, illuminating the masses and bringing with it a surreal musical experience, raising hands and heartbeats. Ty Temel, the event Director, says: ‘We love hosting this event. Sandbanks is a spectacular location and we are blessed with incredible support from the BCP Council, residents and of course the loyal music lovers who attend year on year. Top artists love performing on the amazing beach stage to our fun and enthusiastic crowd. We are planning the best ever event this year to celebrate our 5th birthday.’
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Sandbanks Yacht Co.
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andbanks Yacht Co. welcomes you to our stunning new Club, Gym and Boatyard on the beautiful Sandbanks Peninsula. Redeveloped on the original Sandbanks Yacht Co. site established in 1957, the club retains its heritage whilst appealing to a wider audience. With water access, our state of the art gym, classes and treatment rooms, we really have got the art of good living covered and if all of that sounds like too much effort, you can kick back and watch the world go by in our Boatyard Café Bar! With a delicious menu, creative wine list and champagne by the glass, there really is no better place to relax and unwind.
We pride ourselves on customer service and making boat ownership as stress free as possible, ensuring you get the most from your valuable leisure time. Our new boatyard is situated minutes from the Harbour entrance and is sheltered from the prevailing south westerly wind. We welcome everyone from beginners to the most experienced boaters, offering RYA training courses, advice and encouragement. We offer a friendly and safe boating environment for all members. Our experienced boatyard team can guide you through DRY BERTH – LAUNCH all your boating requirements and are passionate & RETRIEVE about getting you out on the water. Visitor Moorings (up to 14m) We now have a Valet Mooring service. Briefly Jet Ski Launch & Retrieve this means you call up with an hour’s notice and Swinging Moorings – Deep/ your boat is ready at the end of the jetty. When you Shallow/Summer/Winter come back you park on the end of the jetty give us Paddleboard & Kayak Storage the keys and we put it away. The only difference Winter Storage – Yard /Undercover between Valet Mooring and Launch & Retrieve Boatyard Services – (Lift & Pressure is that the boat is kept on a mooring between uses wash, Anti-foul, Boat valet, and not on one of our bunks. Included in the price Launch & recovery at start/end of though is a monthly haul and pressure wash to season, Engine winterisation) help keep the boat looking her best at all times. Of course the other difference is price! We have 50 swinging moorings – 12 deep JOIN THE CLUB moorings with a limited number of moorings that Take advantage of our great can accommodates boats up to 15m. Closer to the value membership offer and yard we have 38 sheltered moorings, some which join the club now. dry out on low tide. All moorings are serviced by a club launch/ Membership benefits include: taxi *during opening hours, but club tenders are Gym access, introductory Personal available outside launch hours. Facilities are also Training sessions, free car parking, available for storage of owners’ tenders. 10% off at the Boatyard Café Bar, We offer our customers a personal service invitation to Members Events throughwith exceptional flexibility. Our size means that out the year and much more. our boating customers are not just a number and working closely together enables us to stand out from our competitors. Our enviable location, just THE DETAILS moments from the harbour entrance means you 30-32 Panorama Road, Sandbanks can not only enjoy Poole Harbour but explore Poole Dorset BH13 7RD destinations further afield. 01202 611262 sandbanksyachtcompany.com
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THE PIG: 5 MILES OF FOOD, FRIENDS AND LOCAL LEGENDS By Robin Hutson and THE PIG Hotel Teams Photographs by Award-Winning Food Photographer John Carey mile menu has become a standard-bearer for all other UK hotel operations. The book launch is taking place at Attico on Saturday 21st May from 11am-2pm where everyone will be invited to meet James Golding who will be signing books. Pop by for a glass of Pig Cut wine and enter the 2 amazing raffle prizes. thepighotel.com
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ollowing on from the huge success of THE PIG’s first book, this second book focuses even more strongly on the homegrown and the local, celebrating the talented artisans, growers, farmers, foragers and fishermen who make each Pig hotel and its menu unique. Eight chapters – one per hotel - will take us from coast to coast across southern England, featuring beautiful photography, anecdotes, tips and interviews and, of course, delicious, simple recipes that reflect each hotel’s region. THE PIG’s industry-leading sustainable ethos and its 25-
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We are a passionate, creative and client-focused RIBA Chartered Practice based in Poole, on the south coast of England. With beautiful beaches and the Purbeck landscape on our doorstep, we design highend bespoke homes suited to coastal living with our clients aspirations at the heart of it. We are a small studio but with great energy and experience to deliver a tailored service at whatever scale project. We work with private homeowners and commercial developers. Although creative thinking is at the forefront of everything we do, we are grounded in the realities of construction. Whether this is a one-off home or a multi-unit development scheme; our attentive design approach focuses on the quality of design and releasing the development value of a project. Our Dorset location, close to Southampton Airport and with quick train links to London, allows us to be able to work all over the UK. Do you have a project waiting to be designed? Please get in touch with us at studio@baronandbaronarchitects.co.uk and we’d love to talk to you further… www.baronandbaronarchitects.co.uk @baron_baron.architects 01202 611445
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SANDBANKS JETS
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f you’ve yet to charter a private jet then there is no time like the present; but be warned, after a taste of the high life, you may never want to fly commercial again! In a hugely difficult year for the aviation industry, demand continues at record levels for private jet charter with a substantial spike in enquiries. This is understandable when you consider that private jets can often travel to destinations where scheduled airlines cannot go, depart at your convenience, and you can enjoy the privacy of your very own aircraft without even setting foot inside a busy terminal. This unparalleled level of luxury and convenience has had an increased number of travellers opting for the elite form of air travel over commercial flying, going as far as choosing a private jet over the opulence of first
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class. However, Sandbanks Jets have taken the experience to new heights as they continue to pave the way with their innovative approach to the industry and attention to detail, which can be encapsulated by their tag line, ‘The Ride of Your Life’. Sandbanks Jets have carefully chosen a select group of partners with the intention of enhancing the customer experience. This included teaming up with one of the most prestigious stores in the world, Harrods, to provide their onboard retailing and having worked closely with the prestigious Sunseeker London Group, they have been welcomed into the ‘Sunseeker Family’ proving a great partnership. The all female team are not content at stopping there, as their ability to recognise what could exceed the client expectations now leads them to improve the onboard catering experience. They are currently working on specialty catering with Rick Stein Restaurants. If you would like to embark on the Sandbanks Jets ‘Ride of Your Life’ enquire today 0044 (0) 1202 764 804
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WORLD-RENOWNED, GLAMOROUS AND QUINTESSENTIALLY BRITISH…
RHS CHELSEA FLOWER SHOW PREVIEW 24 - 28 May 2022
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2022 Sanctuary Gardens include:
• A Garden Sanctuary by Hamptons designed by Tony Woods, built by Garden Club London. Creating a space for garden living. In collaboration, Koto Design have created a carbon-neutral garden cabin. The small, sculptural structure offers a place of seclusion and meditation, and an immersive space to connect with the surrounding power of nature and plants. • The Boodles Travel Garden - designed by Thomas Hoblyn, built by The Garden Builders. 60 years ago, Anthony Wainwright, grandfather to the current chairman of Boodles travelled around the world in just 16 days. The Boodles Travel
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he greatest flower show on earth returns to Royal Hospital Chelsea with stunning garden designs, gorgeous floral displays and endless shopping. The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) can also reveal an exciting new headline sponsor, The Newt in Somerset. RHS has revealed the garden line-up for 2022, from the very best garden designers gathering to showcase cutting-edge design and ideas with inspiration, colour and innovation. Expect to be dazzled with seasonal plants and colours not seen in May since 2019.
2022 Show Gardens include:
• The Mind Garden - designed by Andy Sturgeon, built by Crocus. Inspiring us to connect with each other for our mental health. When we are struggling, sharing what we’re going through can change everything, which is why The Mind Garden is designed to be a place for people to connect, be themselves and open up. The New Blue Peter Garden – designed by Juliet Sargeant., built by Gardenlink. In the BBC centenary year, its flagship children’s programme, Blue Peter is getting a new garden. The theme is ‘discover soil’ encouraging us to investigate the soil beneath our feet bringing it up to eye level for us to see, touch, smell and hear. After RHS Chelsea Flower Show, it will move to its permanent home at RHS Bridgewater in Manchester, where everyone can visit. • The RAF Benevolent Fund Garden – designed by John Everiss, built by Peter Gregory Landscapes and George Everiss Design. A stone spiral wall surrounds and protects the sculpture. Enclosed within, a curved larch seat allows the visitor to look up at the pilot and imagine the view he would have seen. The RAF Benevolent Fund has been providing support to veterans, serving personnel and their families for over 100 years. Its garden celebrates the help and protection the charity has continued to provide. • The RNLI Garden - designed and built by Chris Beardshaw Ltd. A celebration of the history and modernity of this multi-faceted charity, which has been saving lives at sea for almost 200 years. Its design marries style hints from the organisation’s Georgian origins with contemporary design cues to reflect the forward-looking spirit of today’s Royal National Lifeboat Institution. M AY 2 0 2 2 3 9
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Garden celebrates this incredible endeavour with planting drawn from all corners of the world, creating a global garden, offering a calm sanctuary to rest and reflect on the journey. • Out of the Shadows - designed and built by Kate Gould Gardens. designed to feel like a contemporary spa garden utilising hardy tropical planting to create a private, calm and relaxing space. Inspired by recent dark times, the garden is a safe haven for people to exercise and socialise in small groups, a space designed to revitalise both the body and mind.
THE NEW BLUE PETER GARDEN – DESIGNED BY JULIET SARGEANT., BUILT BY GARDENLINK
Houseplant Studios returns with more home inspiration after an incredibly popular debut in 2021.
The Great Pavilion
An oasis of colour and scents with some of the world’s finest growers and nurseries offering stunning displays, plants for sale and expert advice. You will find plants and flowers of all varieties – a paradise for every gardener! It’s also the place where RHS showcase the Sustainable Product of the Year and Plant of the Year. The Discovery
“The Discovery Zone champions the latest exciting innovations and research from the world of horticulture”
Zone champions the latest exciting innovations and research from the world of horticulture. Explore interactive displays and educational exhibits in this dedicated space.
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show Experience
Enjoy exclusive boutique shopping - from garden buildings and seating to jewellery, textiles, arts and crafts, there’s something to tempt everyone. All around the showground, you’ll find a host of exhibitors, both new and established, selling their innovative and desirable horticulturalthemed products. Expect to be wowed with a mouth-watering array of food and drink available including glamorous restaurants including Jardin Blanc with Raymond Blanc plus cafes, food courts and picnic areas are perfect for a quick bite to eat. For more details and to book tickets, visit rhs.org.uk/chelsea THE RNLI GARDEN, SHOW GARDEN, DESIGNED BY CHRIS BEARDSHAW
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imed to cultivate the passion of the most loyal customers and to share the dream with the young collectors of the future. The Ferrari Testa Rossa J pays homage to the car’s tremendous victories, courageous drivers and the brand’s constant search for perfection. Relive the story with a product designed to be enjoyed with parents and children, and friends or family. This is Ferrari’s first ever junior car. A true limited-edition collectible, where every detail is of the highest quality, beautifully designed but has also been stunningly engineered. The Ferrari Testa Rossa Junior is a 75% scale recreation of a renowned classic, the 1957 250 Testa Rossa Pontoon Fender, one of the most iconic and successful cars in Ferrari and motorsport history. Ferrari has led every aspect of the project, in collaboration with The Little Car Company, a firm specialising in the production of junior cars. Developed and built from the original drawings kept in Ferrari
Classiche, this is a beautifully scaled tribute with just 299 cars being built worldwide. Designed to share the joy of driving across generations and a true collector’s item to be cherished. As an official Ferrari product, only components of the highest quality have been used, with each car being impeccably hand-built. The Ferrari Testa Rossa Junior is designed to be driven by anyone over 14 years of age.
Design
Attention to detail is exquisite: the bodywork is constructed from hand-beaten aluminium, the same process that was employed in historical models. The paint is the same as that applied to Ferrari’s present road car range, as is the insignia on the front. The junior car retains the same steering and suspension geometry, giving it authentic handling to match its original appearance. The steering wheel is made by Nardi, the same specialist company that supplied the 1957 model, and features Ferrari’s smallest-ever quick-release
FERRARI TESTA ROSSA J: A JUNIOR CAR TO EXPERIENCE ONE OF THE MASTERPIECES OF FERRARI HISTORY, DESIGNED FOR DRIVERS AGED 14 YEARS+
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system to facilitate driver entry. The same meticulous detail is found in the interior with Ferrari’s Styling Centre designing a single seat that accommodates an adult and a teen, faithfully incorporating the piping motif of the original and using the same high quality leather upholstery found in the Ferrari range today. The classic dials have been remastered and repurposed for their new role in an electric car but retain the original design and fonts. The oil and water gauges now monitor the battery and motor temperatures, while the fuel gauge is now the battery gauge and the tachometer has become a speedometer. There is even a power gauge which also shows the level of regenerative braking being deployed.
Performance and safety
The three batteries powering the electric engine are positioned at the front of the car, and provide approximately 90 km range, depending on driving style.
POWER: 10 – 12 kW DIMENSIONS: 3.1 X 1.1 X 0.7m DRIVING MODES: Novice, Comfort, Sport, Race TOP SPEED: Estimated above 60km/h* The Novice mode (1 kW / 20 km/h) eases rookie drivers into the driving experience with controlled acceleration and the ability to remotely disable the car from a distance with a key fob. The Comfort mode (4 kW / 45 km/h), Sport and Race modes become progressively sportier, with instantly responsive acceleration and increased maximum speeds. Safety has been a priority throughout the car’s development: the metal side panels were reinforced and an optional roll-bar can be anchored to the chassis. Brembo disc brakes replace the original drum system to maximize braking performance, and these are complemented by a hydraulic handbrake. €93,000 (excluding shipping and taxes) Build slots are secured by placing a fully refundable deposit of €18,600 The Ferrari Testa Rossa J offers a wide range of personalisation and colour combinations, all authentically in keeping with Ferrari style. The Little Car Company Client Services team are on hand to take you through the process and answer any questions.
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THE QUEEN’S JOCKEYS TO FORM GUARD OF HONOUR ON CAZOO DERBY DAY TO MARK PLATINUM JUBILEE WEEKEND
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Friday 2nd & Saturday 3rd June 2022
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Phil White, London Regional Director at The Jockey Club, said: “We are absolutely delighted that this year’s Cazoo Derby will be a part of the official Platinum Jubilee celebrations, and excited that The Queen intends to be with us on the day, and to mark her arrival at the racecourse we will form a guard of honour of around 40 retired and current jockeys all dressed in Her Majesty’s silks. We’re also inviting members of the local community and some local charities to support the guard of honour as flag bearers. “Derby Day always has that spectacular carnival atmosphere and we’re looking forward to a display from the Red Devils and a military band’s performance of the National Anthem which will all add to a wonderful occasion.” The two-day Cazoo Derby starts on Friday 3rd June with the running of the Cazoo Oaks, followed by Derby Day itself 24 hours later – an event which forms part of the official weekend of Platinum Jubilee celebrations. A maximum capacity crowd in the ticketed enclosures at the racecourse of more than 35,000 people is expected, with tens of thousands more expected to take their place in the free enclosures on what is known locally as The Hill. Epsom Downs Racecourse has also announced the Jubilee Family Festival, which will feature a main stage on The Hill and activities for various ages to enjoy. As part of the Family Festival zone, there will be an adjacent area with lots of racing charities showcasing what racing does so well. There are a number of charities being represented from a racing point of view, so it’ll be a nice showcase on a special weekend to show all the good work that takes place in the industry. “You can buy a ticket in one of our paid enclosures to guarantee your spot, or you can walk onto The Hill free of charge and be here in person to help celebrate the Platinum Jubilee. I think it’s a unique opportunity to be part of what promises to be something truly special.” For further information and to purchase tickets visit thejockeyclub.co.uk/Epsom
“The Queen’s Stand at Epsom Downs Racecourse will also be permanently renamed as The Queen Elizabeth II Stand”
he Jockey Club has announced details of how Epsom Downs Racecourse will celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s contribution to horseracing on Cazoo Derby Day, which forms part of the official Platinum Jubilee celebrations on Saturday 4th June. A guard of honour will be formed on the track by 40 retired and current jockeys to have ridden for Her Majesty, dressed in the monarch’s famous purple and gold silks, to greet her arrival. The welcoming party of jockeys will include 79 year old fourtime Derby winner Willie Carson, who also rode The Queen’s Oaks winner Dunfermline in 1977, and John Reid, who won The Derby in 1992. Current riders joining the line-up will include Frankie Dettori and Ryan Moore, both of whom have won The Derby twice, and another of The Queen’s regular jockeys, Hayley Turner. Another who is looking forward to this year’s Cazoo Derby and a potential Royal runner in the race is legendary broadcaster Brough Scott, who has presented The Derby on TV more than 20 times and remains part of ITV Racing’s coverage team, said: “The thought of The Queen winning The Derby this year, of all the fairy-tale stories, that would be beyond it. It’s a wonderful thought.” To recognise Her Majesty’s contribution to horseracing and her long association with The Derby, The Queen’s Stand at Epsom Downs Racecourse will also be permanently renamed as The Queen Elizabeth II Stand on Thursday 2nd June, two days before the 243rd running of The Cazoo Derby. On the same evening, a Community Beacon immediately adjacent to the racecourse, will be lit on Thursday evening at 9.45pm. There will be food, drink and entertainment, before people make their way to the Beacon lighting to finish the evening.
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AT N O I T A R B CELE L E A G Y O E R L T L H O G A RI AVAL C
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ead down to the Old Royal Naval College over the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee bank holiday weekend this June to discover a wealth of fabulous events. Celebrate in style with jubilee themed afternoon teas on the Colonnades, outdoor theatre and tempting food and drink stalls whilst you soak up the atmosphere on the lawns and take in the site’s stunning architecture. Storytelling sessions and free bunting and crown-making workshops will also be taking place for families. Nestled on the banks of the River Thames in Maritime Greenwich, no trip to the Old Royal Naval College is complete without visiting the sites’ famous Painted Hall. Often referred to as the UK’s answer to The Sistine Chapel, the Painted Hall features a vast painted interior covering 40,000 square feet which took 19 years to complete. Admire Sir Christopher Wren’s iconic buildings and discover over 500 years of extraordinary history. Tickets include guided
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tours of the grounds, a multimedia guide to use in the Painted Hall and access to the Victoria Skittle Alley. Children’s activity booklets are also available. Explore many fascinating artefacts in the free to visit Visitor Centre, including a scale-model replica of the Tudor Palace which once stood on the site and a life-sized reconstruction of a Greenwich pensioner’s room from the 1750s when the buildings served as the Royal Hospital for Seamen. New for 2022 sees the reopening of the Nelson Room, telling the story of when Admiral Lord Nelson laid-in-state at the Painted Hall, where thousands of people descended on Greenwich following his death during the Battle of Trafalgar. Today the Old Royal Naval College is a place of learning, art and culture, as well as being possibly one of “the most popular filming locations in the world” (Empire Magazine). Special film tours run every weekend and during peak periods Thursday to Sunday where visitors can learn more about the many blockbuster movies which have been shot on site and what really goes on behind the scenes. ornc.org
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Steeped in history, discover the Old Royal Naval College in the heart of Maritime Greenwich. Explore Sir Christopher Wren’s iconic riverside masterpiece and visit the magnificent Painted Hall, know as ‘Britain’s Sistine Chapel’.
NELSON ROOM: NEW FOR 2022
Newly refurbished with a fascinating audio-visual experience, the Nelson Room explores Lord Nelson’s life and legacy where he laid-in-state.
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FORTNUM & MASON RETURNS TO HAMPTON COURT PALACE FESTIVAL
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VIP hospitality, waterside gazebos & luxury hampers. Thursday 9th June - Saturday 25th June 2022
istoric Royal Palaces and IMG have announced that Fortnum & Mason will be their Official Picnic Partner for 2022. With delicious treats fit for a king or queen, the incredible Fortnum & Mason picnics can be enjoyed in the glorious grounds of Hampton Court Palace. Arrive early to indulge in seasonal mouth-watering food – the perfect way to soak up the pre-concert atmosphere.
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A selection of delicious picnics will be available- crafted with the very best seasonal ingredients fresh from Fortnum’s famous Food Halls. Perfect for two people, The Fortnum’s Picnic and The Fortnum’s Garden Picnic (v) each consist of a starter, main, cheese plate, pudding, and bottle of wine, served inside a cool bag in Fortnum’s iconic Eau de Nil colour. The Fortnum’s Feast and The Fortnum’s Garden Feast (v) are a more decadent affair with a greater abundance of Fortnum’s fine food and premium wine, all housed inside the iconic Huntsman Wicker. The Picnics arrive fully plated in either a F&M cool bag or wicker and include plates, cutlery packs and glasses. For an even more luxurious experience, entertain in one of the
festival’s lavish Waterside Gazebos. Whether you’re enjoying one of the Fortnum & Mason Picnics or bringing your own, the Waterside Gazebos will add a little extra grandeur to your evening with exclusive alfresco dining. Each exclusively hired gazebo includes a dining table with six chairs (standing 10 people maximum) and beautiful table lanterns. Dedicated staff members will be on hand to assist with additional refreshments. For special celebrations, make your evening unique with a VIP concert and dining experience. With the King’s Dining Package, follow in the footsteps of our infamous Kings and Queens for a truly unforgettable evening of fine dining. Experience an exceptional three-course dinner where royalty themselves dined and entertained, all before taking premium seats in the stunning Tudor Courtyard for the main music event. Hampton Court Palace Festival is a series of truly special open-air concerts with artists performing in an intimate 3,000-seat auditorium. This year’s unmissable line-up features Grammy award-winning superstar Kacey Musgraves, UK pop royalty McFly, 80s legends The Human League and reggae band UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, New Zealand rock band Crowded House, musical duo Michael Ball & Alfie Boe, acclaimed singer-songwriter Jack Savoretti, Ministry of Sound Classical and Indie rock giants, Elbow.
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ROYAL MAIL UNVEILS NEW SET OF STAMPS SHOWCASING MIGRATORY BIRDS
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oyal Mail has unveiled a new set of stamps depicting migratory birds, exploring the spring and summer bird
visitors to the UK. The 10 featured birds have been illustrated for Royal Mail by Irish ornithologist Killian Mullarney, one of Europe’s best-known bird artists, whose work has featured in the Collins Bird Guide and on stamps issued in the Republic of Ireland. The stamps showcase the diversity of migratory birds that arrive in the UK, from seabirds that migrate along the UK’s coastline, such as the Arctic skua and Arctic tern, to the rare bird of prey, Montagu’s harrier. Other birds on the stamps include the stonecurlew, swallow, swift, turtle dove and yellow wagtail. David Gold, of Royal Mail, said: “The migratory journeys of the birds featured on these stamps are truly amazing. Their annual travels have fascinated and baffled naturalists for centuries. “It is only now that we are beginning to understand what drives and maintains this amazing, high-risk–high-reward behaviour. We hope that these stamps ignite a new interest in this remarkable phenomenon.”
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Chestertons
POLO IN THE PARK
2022
10th, 11th & 12th June, Hurlingham Park, Fulham
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hestertons Polo in the Park is returning to the prestigious Hurlingham Park in Fulham to host the largest and certainly the most fun Polo Tournament in Europe. There will be teams representing six different Cities from around the world competing over three exciting days, with a minimum of three games of polo a day. You can watch fast and furious polo from a plethora of bars, gardens or grandstand whilst enjoying delicious food offerings, great music with a DJ line-up and endless entertainment. You can soak up the atmosphere at pitchside parties in the Mahiki and Polo Bars, the classy Champagne Lanson Garden, the chilled-out Fever-Tree Bar or
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the PIMM’s Bus and Garden. New for 2022 is The Fulham Food Festival at Chestertons Polo in the Park, featuring the best of London’s restaurants and tasty street food including BORN & RAISED, CARBONIS, THE MAC FACTORY, CLAW, CHANGO EMPANADAS and NEIGHBOURHOOD BAKES. Explore the luxury Shopping Village between matches and you will discover an array of prestigious brands offering luxury products to surprise your loved ones. If you are looking to entertain important clients and colleagues, you can choose from their exclusive VIP Hospitality Packages, subject to availability.
CUDOS INTERNATIONAL DAY Friday 10th June 2022
The world will congregate here for an actionpacked day to kick-start the tournament, including the Frasers England Polo Team taking to the hallowed turf of Hurlingham Park in a thrilling international match. Friday is a perfect day to entertain clients or colleagues for after-work drinks with a difference, or as its best known ‘The Ultimate Office Party’. VIP Hospitality Packages from £375 pp + VAT.
HPA LADIES DAY Saturday 11th June 2022
The ultimate day party in Central London! a great reason to dress up and enjoy a day out watching high-quality sporting action. Shop ‘til you drop, then relax with friends in the Champagne Lanson Garden. You could even win the best-dressed competition! NEW for 2022 – London’s first ever Ladies International Test Match, competing under newly ratified City Polo Series Rules. VIP Hospitality from £145 pp + VAT
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• Tug-of-war • Space hopper steeplechase • Squirrel Tales • Rock, paper, scissors hoop hop showdown After completing as many challenges and collecting as many water balloons as possible in the time limit, take cover and prepare for the most FINALS SUNDAY & KIDS DAY colossal water fight you’ll ever see in your life! Sunday 12th June 2022 Little Hooves Kids Club will also be open all day, (Children under 5 admitted free) hosting fantastic story-telling, bouncy castles, With a world-class finale match, Sunday colourful face-painting and soft play, so there is also the ultimate party for kids with really will be no shortage of fun. an unforgettable pitch invasion from renowned children’s party entertainers, Sharky and George – and this year it’s going to be bigger On the main polo field throughout the morning Chelsea Football Club and Hammersmith & Fulham Rugby Club will be hosting skills than ever before with a collection of quirky, fast-paced challenges sessions and Westcroft Park Polo Club will be on hand to teach you including: how to play polo. • Strawberry bootlace race and edible bug eating Finals Sunday VIP Hospitality from £125 pp + VAT • Capture the flag Chestertons Polo in the Park will take place in Hurlingham Park, Fulham, London SW6 3RH For further information and to purchase tickets, visit polointheparklondon.com For Hospitality Enquiries call 0208 237 5506 or email vip@polointheparklondon.com
THE SADDLE UP PARTY Sunday 12th June 2022
(Over 18s) New for 2022 is the launch of London’s biggest day party as thousands of the Capital’s latest recruits revel in the sun at Saddle Up in Mahiki to welcome in the Summer. Dust those Saturday night cobwebs away with a Bloody Mary. Enjoy a lazy Sunday afternoon watching the polo while you nurse a jugs of Pimms or a G&T. When you feel your feet start tapping along to the beat, strap on your dancing shoes, and get stuck into London’s first summer Sunday session at this glorious festival of polo. M AY 2 0 2 2 5 3
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Step into Spring as the
BBC GARDENERS’ WORLD SPRING FAIR Returns to Hampshire in 2022
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o kick off the 2022 gardening season in style, the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair partnered by Hillier returns to Beaulieu in Hampshire from 29 April to 1 May celebrating spring plants and
gardens. Making a welcome return to the spectacular grounds and gardens of Beaulieu, home of the National Motor Museum and Palace House, the BBC Gardeners’ World Spring Fair will be full of spring garden inspiration. Visitors will be able to buy plants and gardening kit, get garden ideas and advice, taste and buy food and drink, be entertained and explore the Beaulieu attraction. Hillier, headline Fair partner, present the Hillier Experience, with large garden feature, advice and shop. The garden will be a design HIGHLIGHTS of two halves to highlight both a contemporary garden with an outdoor living focus, alongside • The Hillier Experience - a garden of a traditional cottage garden with kaleidoscopic two halves herbaceous border and Gertrude Jekyll inspired • Hillier launch Forsythia x intermedia planting. Experts from the Hillier team will be ‘Discovery’ JOHN MITCHELL available offering tips and advice to visitors and • Longstock Estate Landscapes’ garden a large retail section will provide an opportunity ‘The Longstock Way’ and Jon to buy plants featured within the garden design. Wheatley’s ‘Working Garden’ There will also be the chance to buy the newly • NEW Plant Expert Tours and ‘An launched Forsythia x intermedia ‘Discovery’ Audience with…’ in Beaulieu’s JOHN MITCHELL that has been added to the Kitchen Gardens Hillier collection this year. • Frances Tophill and Joe Swift join Visitors will be able to drop in at the BBC Adam Frost and Matt Biggs on the Gardeners’ World Magazine Stage where the expert line up 5 4 M AY 2 0 2 2
St Tropez Lounge By Frederic & Severine
SEAFOOD & FRENCH CUISINE After 20 years of great success with their restaurant Guildhall Tavern on Market Street in Poole, Severine and Frederic are now looking forward to launching their new venture - St Tropez Lounge
WE SERVE: Illy barista coffee and morning French patisseries From 9am till 2.30pm 7 days/week Full a la carte menu And Cocktails, fine wines Wednesday till Sunday All day from 12noon
LOCATION: St Tropez Lounge is located on Poole Quay: 1 High Street, Poole, Dorset BH15 1AB | (01202) 670769
With a stunning modern building, open-plan layout, and great views over the harbour to Brownsea Island and Sandbanks, our restaurant offers a unique fine dining experience of the highest quality, the food from Frederic, our award-winning head chef, is a combination of his 2 decades of experience in French food and Seafood.
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editors host a line-up of special guests including Adam Frost on Friday, Joe Swift on Saturday, France Tophill on Sunday and Gardeners’ Question Time panellist Matt Biggs each day. New this year, expert talks will take place twice daily in the vegetable gardens at Beaulieu. A riot of colour will be found in the displays of up to thirty specialist nurseries, all with quality plants to buy. Awardwinning nurseries from the local area, New Forest Hostas and Hardy’s Cottage Garden Plants, return plus, Hampshire Carnivorous and LV Bespoke, Green Jjam, WS Lockyear and Pheasant Acre Plants join the Fair for time first time this year. In addition, visitors will be able LONGSTOCK ESTATE LANDSCAPE GARDEN FEATURE AT THE BBC GW SPRING FAIR 2021 to browse and buy from a range of garden exhibitors from Stihl tools to boutique brands such as Made By Alpacas’ natural fertilisers and Little Allotment Company kits. Helping visitors shop to their heart’s content, Maggie’s Cancer Care support the Plant Crèche. Longstock Park Landscapes present garden inspired by 44-mile long footpath, The Test Way, that follows a disused railway line along the river Test, passing through the Leckford Estate. Sustainability and putting nature first are focus points, with reclaimed materials from the old railway line and areas including a wildflower meadow and pond to attract wildlife and insects to the garden.
“Visitors can book into new Plant Expert Tours at the Fair, to explore highlights of Beaulieu’s Victorian floral and kitchen gardens”
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Master grower Jon Wheatley returns, this year with ‘The Working Garden’, showing how even small plots can be doubly productive, with a home office surrounded with beds of homegrown veg. In addition, automotive sponsor Lexus present a vertical garden feature of plants for wellness. The Beautiful Borders return with a ‘Down Your Way’ theme inspired by the popular BBC Radio programme, packed with planting and design ideas. ‘Best Border 2021’ winners, Fairweather’s Garden Centre, return with a Wurzel Gummidge inspired design. A further eight Borders include Ann Stow’s inspired by the burble of chalk streams, watercress, the steam powered Watercress Line in Alresford and Christine Mulinder’s design which takes Undershaw, the home of Sherlock Holmes author Arthur Conan Doyle, as its inspiration. Visitors can book into new Plant Expert Tours at the Fair, to explore highlights of Beaulieu’s Victorian floral and kitchen gardens with experts Lucy Chamberlain and Saul Walker, plus Beaulieu head gardener Kelvin Yapp and his team. Adding to the atmosphere of this great day out, visitors can explore the BBC Good Food Market and street food area, full of food and drink to taste and buy, and be entertained at the bandstand hosted by BBC TV presenter Chris Bavin. All tickets include entry to the Beaulieu attraction and, as a celebration of the National Motor Museum’s 50th year in 2022, a charming 1928 Austin Twelve Clifton will be dressed for the event, overflowing with plants and flowers. For more information and tickets visit bbcgardenersworldfair.com
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CHISWICK HOUSE & GARDENS Resurgence of period dramas spark interest in historic houses leading Chiswick House to introduce NEW Spotlight Talks for 2022.
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hiswick House and Gardens are delighted to be introducing NEW Spotlight Talks for 2022. House and Garden ticket holders will be able to join the Visitor Experience Assistants at 2pm every day the house is open to discover more about the objects, stories and people who have influenced the history of this glorious example of 18th-century British architecture and landscaped gardens. Xanthe Arvanitakis, Director of Chiswick House & Gardens Trust, said: “The rise in popularity of period dramas such as Bridgerton and The Crown has sparked a great deal of interest in heritage properties and historic homes. Our Grade-I listed Neo-Palladian Georgian villa is full of surprising stories. Our new Spotlight Talks allow our visitors to delve deeper into the fascinating history surrounding the people and collections of Chiswick House.” Chiswick House was the home and creation of Richard Boyle, 3rd Earl of Burlington. However, the Chiswick House we see today was never designed to function as a conventional house. Even while the villa was under construction in 1727, one visitor commented that the house was more curious than convenient. Highlights this year include the reopening of the Summer Parlour having been closed since 2019 due to Covid-19. The Summer Parlour is said to have been built as early as 1716/17 and attributed to Lord Burlington and celebrated eighteenth century architect James Gibbs. In 1735 the interior of the Summer Parlour was completely redesigned by William Kent as a garden room for Lady Burlington whose flower garden and aviary lay immediately to the east. The main surviving feature of the room is the intricate not to be missed ‘grotesque’ style ceiling by Kent
THE DETAILS Entry to the House and Kitchen Garden is £12.50 per adult and free to Chiswick House members. The house and gardens are open from April until late October each year.
featuring figures, animals and foliage all intertwined. The Spotlight Talks will be included with an admission ticket to the House and will be limited to 15/20 people and will operate a first come, first served basis. chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk
Tickets can be purchased at chiswickhouseandgardens.org.uk Chiswick House was used as a location for the 2004 film adaptation of William Makepeace Thackeray’s 1848 novel Vanity Fair featuring Reese Witherspoon. Most recently some rooms were used in the filming of BBC period drama Harlots.
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CELEBRATE AND MARK THE QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE IN STYLE
PRÊT-À-PORTEA returns from Monday 30th May – Sunday 12th June 2022
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he Berkeley’s Prêt-à-Portea celebrates the Platinum Jubilee of the ultimate fashionista serving up three special creations, each representing one of Her Majesty’s most iconic fashion signatures. First, one of the Queen’s most summery hats has been crafted with lime cheesecake, fresh lemon compote and include Roast Norfolk chicken with almond sponge. This is finished with a flowery coronation dressing on rye bread. garnish. British label Launer London has long been THE DETAILS Served 1pm - 5.30pm between Monday Her Majesty’s handbag brand of choice. Here, The 30th May – Sunday 12th June 2022 from Berkeley pastry team pay homage with a blueberry To make a reservation for £79 per person. Victoria sponge iced with mirroir glaze, sandwiched Prêt-à-Portea visit with ivoire chocolate. the-berkeley.co.uk/ Finally, perhaps the most famous regal accessory restaurants-bars/afternoon-tea THE PERFECTIONIST BEHIND – the crown - which has been created in vanilla THE PASTRY biscuit and iced with burgundy, red and white (aptly The Berkeley, Wilton Place Following in his pâtissier father’s footsteps, named) royal icing. the art of afternoon tea is personal for Head Knightsbridge, SW1X 7RL A mocktail or cocktail offering will pay homage Pastry Chef, Mourad Khiat. Drawing on to the Queen. ‘Superbloom’ (named after the flower culinary traditions and catwalk collections the-berkeley.co.uk installation taking place at the Tower of London from around the world, each delicate for the Jubilee) is a blend creation is an expression of Mourad’s of non-alcoholic gin and impeccable taste. Balancing beautiful flavours with intricate earl grey tea (nodding designs for the ultimate statement piece. to the Queen’s favourite tipples) with sweet ABOUT THE BERKELEY violette bitters, rhubarb Nestled between bustling Knightsbridge and leafy Belgravia, and raspberry tonic. For The Berkeley is the essence of contemporary chic and those who want to make innovative luxury. With stunning rooms and suites, Michelinit a little stronger, the starred cuisine from Marcus Wareing, a fashion favourite tonic will make way for afternoon tea at Prêt-à-Portea, the Blue Bar and The Berkeley Laurent Perrier Rosé. Bar & Terrace for drinks and The Bamford Spa, The Berkeley Sandwiches will continues to surprise and enchant.
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s the education sector moves into the bright light of the Summer Term and towards the annual exam season, Queen Ethelburga’s Collegiate’s (QE) focus on delivering pastoral care of the highest standard for its students continues to be of utmost importance. Nestled in 220 acres of beautiful North Yorkshire countryside but still under 2.5 hours from the capital by train, our location is ideal. Our highly secure, rural campus, with state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional staff community will ensure that your child has a safe, enjoyable learning experience that they’ll remember always. The academic results speak for themselves, but what really sets QE apart is the wraparound pastoral support for students and the incredible facilities and accommodation that they benefit from as part of campus life. Care is the most important element within the QE Community; every member of the Collegiate, staff and student, is responsible for the pastoral care and happiness of the site. QE offers support and guidance to all students and parents to ensure that we are all working to support individual students needs and equipping them with the right skills, not only to be successful in education, but to excel in their chosen career and life in general. We are focused on developing our students’ skills and resilience, whilst nurturing their wellbeing. We have 6 2 M AY 2 0 2 2
a dedicated team of trained staff on call 24 hours a day to offer support and guidance to all students within a specialist welfare area. QE’s innovative THRIVE@QE programme offers each and every student the opportunity to access a huge range of activities to support their positive mental health and wellbeing. Students at QE also have an opportunity to link in with the extensive Peer Mentoring System which runs across the whole Collegiate. At QE, everything possible is done to prepare students for the many experiences they will encounter as they move through their educational journey and future life. Come and see us in person at The Independent School Show Summer Fair on 10 May at The Hurlington Club in Fulham to find out more about QE. You can also book on our next Open Day on Saturday 14 May - visit qe.org to book your place.
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AGEING BEAUTIFULLY
BEACH BEAUTIES Looking for white swimwear that combines both high quality with a beautiful design? Look no further. The front plunge on this designer one piece swimsuit (left) shows just enough skin to keep this style elegant and sophisticated. And perfect for all body types, the simple yet stylish design features signature exclusive branded clasp and cut out detail shoulder straps that can be adjusted to guarantee you get a great fit. This year’s favourite colour – fuchsia – is perfect for showing off your tan (right). topazluxe.com
The Multitasker; a day cream, night cream, eye cream and serum, all in one, formulated specifically for fifty plus women. Packed with an assortment of vitamins and antioxidants the skin needs, The Multitasker works around the clock to hydrate and replenish the skin. violetjordan.co.uk
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We love this colourful pouch by Kate Whyley featuring the ‘Comfort’ design - a subtle print in burnt orang. Designed to be fun and classic with a hardy brass zip, carefully created to live up to your lifestyle. katewhyley.com
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A small tote bag with two different coloured handles - red and navy. Really hardwearing, the wraparound handles make it suitable for carrying heavy stuff! Perfect for the beach or shopping around town. braided-rug.co.uk
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STYLE SECRETS OF THE
QUEEN’S WARDROBE A royal fashion expert reveals some surprising things about the Queen’s fashion. By Katie Wright. THE QUEEN DURING A VISIT TO TONGA IN 1953
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any of us know the Queen often wears eye-catching colours so she’ll stand out from the crowd during public appearances. But there’s a lot more to Her Majesty’s fashion choices than just bright frock coats and matching hats, as Bethan Holt discovered while researching her latest book, The Queen: 70 years Of Majestic Style. To mark the Queen’s 96th birthday which was on April 21, Holt shares some of the surprising facts she learned about the monarch’s wardrobe…
She’s always been a style influencer
“British leather brand Launer (launer.com) has a Royal Warrant, and makes the Queen’s trademark handbags to her specific requirements”
During her younger days, the Queen was as much of a fashion icon as the Duchess of Cambridge is today. “I found throughout her life, the Queen has had the power to influence trends,” Holt says. “As a baby, her mother’s preference for dressing her in cotton rather than wool impacted trends.” While most of her clothes are bespoke, during the early years of her reign she sometimes donned ready-to-wear dresses by British label Horrockses while on foreign tours. Holt explains: “She allowed the company to sell the same dresses she wore, which was a gift for the fashion pages.” And she’s continued to set trends, with Holt saying: “Even today, her colour choices often spark a rise in interest – sales of lime green rose by 134% after she wore the shade for her 90th birthday celebrations in 2016.”
THE QUEEN DURING A VISIT TO JAPAN IN 1975
Majesty to carry,” Holt says. “Contrary to popular belief, she doesn’t own 200 styles – just a select few in different styles and neutral colours.”
She’s very particular about her silk scarves
When she isn’t wearing a formal hat, the Queen protects her hair with a neatly tied silk scarf, many of which are from Hermès. But on one occasion, Launer gifted her two scarves. “Gerald Bodmer, the owner of Launer, told me he was given very specific instructions about the gift the Queen would like as a birthday present,” Holt recalls. Bodmer was told she’d like a square floral silk scarf measuring 34-inches, and received a thank you from a ladyin-waiting when he sent over a pair of scarves in the requisite size and print.
Her handbag is specially adapted for her
British leather brand Launer (launer. com) has a Royal Warrant, and makes the Queen’s trademark handbags to her specific requirements. “They have an extra-long 16-inch strap so they hang comfortably from her arm, they are lined in silk rather than suede, and over the past eight or nine years, they have been modified to be as light as possible for Her
She often wears trousers in private
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Following the appearance, the tailor behind the trousers, Peter Enrione, revealed he had in fact made countless pairs of trousers for the Queen over the years. Holt adds: “While seeing her wear them in public might have caused a furore, they’re a central part of her private wardrobe.”
She’s her own style muse
THE DETAILS The Queen: 70 years Of Majestic Style by Bethan Holt is published in hardback by Ryland Peters & Small, priced £18.99.
The Queen’s sartorial archive is an inspiration to designers today. “Rachel Trevor-Morgan, the Queen’s milliner, told me she continues to be inspired by Her Majesty’s 1950s style for the hats she makes for her now,” Holt says.
She’s the original diplomatic dresser
Throughout her reign, the Queen has made numerous diplomatic statements with her clothes. “In the 1950s, Norman Hartnell created special gowns incorporating meaningful symbols, whether it was wattle embellishments in Australia, or bees (the symbol of Napoleon) in France,” Holt explains. “Over the years, she’s worn cherry blossom in Japan, modest clothing in Saudi Arabia and red and white in Canada.” CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: THE QUEEN IN HER CARRIAGE AS SHE HEADS TO ASCOT IN 2019; THE QUEEN AT THE ROYAL WINDSOR HORSE SHOW IN 2010; THE QUEEN DURING A VISIT TO NORTHERN IRELAND TO MARK HER 90TH BIRTHDAY IN 2016; QUEEN ELIZABETH II DRIVES FROM BUCKINGHAM PALACE TO EPSOM IN 1958
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PLATINUM
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pening with top notes of cool orris, Orris rounded by the comforting scent Oat of oats, and lifted with a sparkle of Blackcurrant blackcurrant and lime, Platinum 22 Lime gently yields to the radiant heart notes of rich rose with violet leaves, clary sage, black tea, and a touch HEART NOTES: of black pepper to add a hint of spice. The fragrance Rose then concludes with the warm woody base note of Violet Leaf cedarwood enriched by a harmony of smooth amber, Clary Sage musk and tonka bean. Black Tea Edward Bodenham, Perfumer: “It has been a very great honour and a privilege for our perfumery BASE NOTES: team and I to work on this unique, once in a lifetime Cedarwood project of creating the special fragrance to celebrate Tonka Bean Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Amber We have created fragrances to commemorate some Musk of Her Majesty’s major milestones in the past and have always enjoyed drawing inspiration from the wealth LAUNCH: of uplifting experiences and occasions that The Queen April 2022 has experienced throughout her remarkable reign, and that we feel are close to her heart.” In 2013 the Floris perfumery team were fortunate enough to be involved as part of The Queen’s Coronation Festival in the beautiful grounds of Buckingham Palace. The event was held in the week of what proved to bring some of the warmest and most glorious days in July. During the setting up of the festival and the show itself, we had the great privilege of being able to explore the sensational gardens there and smell the magnificent array of rich roses, sweet fresh magnolias, geraniums, sweet peas and herbs, as well as many other delightful summer blooms.
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It is these stunningly colourful and fragrant gardens, the setting for The Queen’s annual garden tea party, and the gardens of Her other residences in the United Kingdom that became the exciting vision for the creation of Platinum 22. In support of The Queen’s Green Canopy initiative Floris shall “Plant a Tree for The Jubilee”, and each tree planted will represent one year of Her Majesty’s service. florislondon.com
Exclusively created to honour and celebrate the historic milestone of the Platinum Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth II. The fragrance takes its inspiration from the flora of Her Majesty’s beautiful gardens which surround Her UK residences, a reflection on The Queen’s 70 years of service and of the many she has inspired during her remarkable reign.
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merging sustainable, luxury designer brand, IBEAM, has aunched its debut and Summer Collection of 2022, The Healing Hearts. The brand’s photo shoot took place in the heart of it all, London, capturing the perfect balance between timeless femininity and the edge of the modern world, with classic fitted silhouettes to old oversized structures. All pieces are made to transcend the seasons and trends, cut from handpicked premium fabrics that are sustainable and ethically sourced from around the world. “We named the collection, “The Healing Hearts” as we were (inspired) and designed at a period of time where we both were going through our own heart healing” says Ibeam Griffiths, cofounder & designer. After two heartbreaks and watching the world go through a pandemic, I wanted this collection to be a reminder that we can heal, grow, and love again - once the heart is healed love flows freely”. In IBEAM pieces you can expect to feel like a work of art wrapped in luxurious, organic, peace silk that is extremely smooth to the touch, beaming from the inside out, looking and feeling empowered. Additionally, “we will be expanding our collection to include more everyday pieces and swimwear that’ll use unique and innovative materials’’ explains Griffiths. About IBEAM IBEAM is an ethical slow fashion brand that hopes to capture an audience of people who want their clothes to make them feel good in a different way, who want to not only look good but do so with a clean conscience and well-informed buying power. Founded by Ibeam Griffiths and Leanne Cullen who met back in 2014 while working in retail in Covent Garden. As two 19 year olds they bonded over their love of dancing and Drake. Soon after, they were housemates and best friends, but when life happened, Ibeam found herself moving back to her hometown of Thailand and Leanne moving out of London. Keeping in touch from afar, they continued to share their passion for creating something special together, which would enable them to give back to others in some way that they were both passionate about. That’s when Ibeam Fashion was conceptualised – Ibeam’s childhood love for creative fashion design and Leanne’s desire to build an empire collided with their shared purpose to alleviate the suffering of others. For one and a half years, the girls researched, planned, and saved to build the first Ibeam collection. Through a global pandemic, two heartbreaks, one masters’ degree, and many a hurdle, the Healing Hearts collection finally launched in January 2022. ibeamfashion.com
“After two heartbreaks and watching the world go through a pandemic, I wanted this collection to be a reminder that we can heal, grow, and love again - once the heart is healed love flows freely”
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Narciso Rodriguez For Her Musc Noir Rose Eau de Parfum, £78 for 50ml, The Perfume Shop A rich, well-rounded bouquet, Musc Noir Rose is centred on the queen of flowers, with tuberose, patchouli and leather notes giving it an intoxicating depth.
La Perla Signature Eau de Parfum, £83 for 50ml, Debenhams The signature perfume from intimates brand La Perla, not only is this pearlescent-topped bottle a visual delight, it contains a lush neroli, jasmine and cedarwood scent that’s as sexy as black lace lingerie.
Jo Loves Golden Gardenia, £115 for 100ml A unique homage to the gardenia flower, this unisex scent opens with its namesake note, but soon reveals a heart of spicy cardamom and woody elemi, combining to create a heady, long-lasting juice.
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Jo Malone Salty Amber Cologne, £56 for 30ml Part of the Wild Swimming collection, Salty Amber is inspired by a dip in the sea at high tide. After a bracing blast of fresh coastal air, the scent dries down to make way for warm waves of cardamom and amber.
FRAGRANCES
FOR SPRING KATIE WRIGHT SNIFFS OUT THE SEASON’S HOTTEST PERFUME LAUNCHES.
Furla Autentica Eau de Parfum, £49 for 50ml, Fenwick For this foray into fragrance, accessories brand Furla has dreamed up a handbaginspired bottle. Bringing together cherry blossom, peony and lily, the initial floral burst is softened with notes of cashmere wood and musk.
Bon Parfumeur Eau de Parfum 201, £36 for 30ml Like an ice-cold gin and tonic on a balmy day, 201 is light, zesty and refreshing. The cocktail of green apple, white florals and vetiver gives it a gorgeously vibrant feeling. 7 6 M AY 2 0 2 2
Creed Wind Flowers, £260 for 75ml Luxury lovers, this one’s for you. The latest launch from storied fragrance house Creed is a glorious floral symphony composed of elegant rose, jasmine and tuberose notes, with a dash of juicy peach and a base of sensuous sandalwood.
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BOUCLÉ IS BACK: HOW THE CLASSIC FABRIC BECAME A MODERN MUST-HAVE
Trendsetters are loving the textured material, says Katie Wright.
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ver since the mid-1950s, when Coco Chanel reimagined what was previously a menswear design, the bouclé jacket has never really gone out of style. Beloved by royals, pop stars, supermodels and high fashion enthusiasts throughout the decades, a short, sharp Chanel blazer in the distinctive textured fabric (bouclé refers to both the yarn and the woven textile) is a timeless classic – and with a fourfigure price tag, it’s the ultimate investment buy. Yet despite its iconic sartorial status, bouclé hasn’t always been embraced by everyone in the fashion world. Previously seen as stuffy and a bit too prim and proper by some,
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POCKET TWEED JACKET, £59.99, AVAILABLE FROM MANGO
UNMADE COPENHAGEN DALAI BOUCLE CROSSBODY BAG, £62 (WAS £89.95), AVAILABLE FROM JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS.
YELLOW BOUCLE SHOULDER BAG, £40; GREEN CHECKED BOUCLE MINI SKIRT, £36, AVAILABLE FROM RIVER ISLAND
recently the fabric has had a major resurgence – and now it’s in high demand among trendsetters of all ages. The Duchess of Cambridge has been wearing more tailored looks of late, and was pictured in Copenhagen earlier this year in a red bouclé-style blazer – a £59.99 Zara steal that immediately sold out online (but has since been restocked). On Instagram, fashion influencers are proving bouclé is anything but boring, showing off everything from minidresses and playsuits to bra tops and bags. And on the high street, you’ll find plenty of lightweight pieces perfect for this transitional time of year. A black cropped jacket is eternally stylish and will serve you well for years to come, but for a more modern take on the trend, how about a sassy skirt suit in a bold hue, a pastel blazer or a textured cardigan? And if you want to bring a boxy blazer up to date, team with this season’s high-waisted, wideleg trousers, or jeans and a crisp white shirt. Add heels and a statement necklace to take the look from day to night. M AY 2 0 2 2 7 9
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uxury fragrance brand Potion Paris has officially been awarded the prestigious title of London’s Best CrueltyFree Fragrance Brand in the 2022 Leaders in Luxury Awards programme. Founded in 2019 Potion Paris is a luxurious brand renowned for producing cruelty and toxin-free fragrances and candles, made entirely from naturally derived ingredients. Inspired by the tradition of sophisticated perfume fountains from the 18th century, Potion Paris is best known for its exquisite scents which are beautifully presented within crystal-shaped vials. Describing the award as a “great honour”, Potion Paris Marketing Director, Astyn Demaine said that the accolade is the culmination of the company’s hard work and dedication to become a leading brand
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that is both high-end and sustainable. Hosted by LUXLife magazine, the awards commemorate some of the world’s very best brands, businesses and service providers within the luxury industry. Companies are voted in based on the quality, sustainability and innovation of their products - with only those who have gone above and beyond in their commitment to health, beauty and wellness being awarded winning titles. “We’re incredibly pleased to have been named Best Cruelty-Free Fragrance Brand in London,” says Astyn. “Potion Paris is more than just any luxury company – it fills a huge gap in the market for high-end products that are simultaneously glamourous and ethical. Combining both traditional elegance with contemporary beauty and sustainability, we’re proud to create irresistible scents that are just as beautiful to look at, as they are to wear.” “Our best-selling scents consist of only the finest, hand-picked ingredients, and fit perfectly within our 10ml opulent and patented iconic vials - which can be refilled conveniently as part of our sustainability campaign. Faceted like a diamond, the fragrance bottle is now a best-seller, and we’re delighted to have created a unique product that has now been recognised with such a prestigious award.”
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How would you describe the personality of your brand? Our Brand is passionate, political and deeply ethical. It is also luxurious and sophisticated. We design men’s and ladies pieces; they lend themselves to be worn effortlessly either dressed down or dressed up; a simple addition of the right shoe or accessory can make them ready to be worn either at the office or at a dinner party! That’s what we think is true sustainability What makes your Brand different than other brands? First and foremost, it is a means to an end and this end is not profits for the sake of profits, but profits for the sake of making a better world through philanthropic work animal welfare, societal welfare and planet welfare. So our business model is truly unique. Secondly, it is as strongly ethical as it is vegan so this creates a tremendously high standard for us and which we strictly adhere to. 8 2 M AY 2 0 2 2
“It is as strongly ethical as it is vegan so this creates a tremendously high standard for us “
What challenges have you faced because of your choice to found a vegan ethical brand? The primary challenge that we faced is that because of our choice of being vegan and using only ethical production methods, we are at a great disadvantage in competing with luxury brands that can use anything and everything they want to get the aesthetics that the general fashion public identify with being a luxury and high end brand. We are extremely limited in the choice of not only the fibre we can use, but also the notions, embellishments, wrapping, packaging, promotional materials. What are the 3 most important things that your people should know about your brand? We are authentic...we really mean what we say and do what we say Our Brand was created by a deep passion to do what’s right by all Our Brand is meant as an inspiration for people to become engaged and involved in what is going on in this world, thus our branding and our Y logo. maydinchyna.com
We represent a radical idea - a departure from the ordinary. Our brand name is a play on words used to convey the very opposite idea from the one normally associated with the phrase “Made in China”. We embrace the concept of social and economic justice, ecological integrity and animal welfare while giving you, our customer, distinctive design details to give you that edge. why@maydinchyna.com www.maydinchyna.com @whymaydinchyna
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The Kensington Wing T he Kensington Wing is the dedicated private maternity unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, providing women with around-the-clock clinical care, comfortable en-suite private rooms and hospitality services. Being located in the heart of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital one of the UK’s safest hospitals - the safety and wellbeing of mother and baby are reassuringly supported at all times. The Kensington Wing is immediately located next to the hospital’s outstanding and newly expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and a consultant anaesthetist remains on site at all times, 24/7, dedicated to the needs of women on the Kensington Wing. In these uncertain times, expectant parents can have additional anxieties or concerns about childbirth or going into a hospital. To ensure the safety of women and their birth partners, The Kensington Wing have important infection control procedures for staff and visitors to adhere to, but remain welcoming to your chosen birth partner for all stages of your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. Your individual room and en-suite facilities are a haven in these times and the catering and hospitality team ensures your stay is relaxing as well as safe. On the Kensington Wing the consultant obstetricians, midwives, nurses and maternity support workers provide care as a team. And are delighted to offer both consultant-led and midwifeled maternity packages. The Kensington Wing’s highly experienced team of midwives welcome enquiries from
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prospective women and the opportunity to discuss midwife-led care in more detail. These ‘meet the midwife’ sessions are always a relaxed and special time to talk and discover more without any obligation. For those women who are appropriate for midwife-led care, the team provide full support throughout your pregnancy and the midwifery team are available 24 hours seven days a week for advice or concerns throughout your pregnancy, birth and postnatal stay. The consultant-led care package allows you the choice of one of our experienced consultant obstetricians to personally guide you through your pregnancy and birth. Your consultant provides continuity and individualised expertise throughout your journey. They build a relationship with you and your partner through the antenatal period to give you confidence to birth safely with them in line with your birth preferences. They remain to support you through the postnatal period including your 6 week postnatal check. All consultants are available to meet you and your birth partner without any obligation. The Kensington Wing enquiry team are always happy to support with these arrangements and answer any questions. If you would like to talk to one of the team, call 020 3315 8616, email chelwest.kensington@nhs.net or visit our website thekensingtonwing.co.uk
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FRENCH CONNECTION This bed is proudly an heirloom piece. Over the years it will blend with all homes and styles we chose and all life stages as we grow older. From teenage late-night phone chats, to those first job morning nerves in the city apartment, and finally in your forever home with little bundles of joy – this bed will grow old with you, capturing the moments that make the memories for the rest of your lifetime. frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk
RESPONSIBLE LOUNGING The Stratus Snuggler Chair has been made from recycled, re-purposed and responsibly sourced materials. Starting out as bottles and plastic fibres, the Stratus has been lovingly crafted in the UK. cuckooland.com
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The entrance hall is the perfect area for making an immediate design impact and the stunning Etienne Contemporary Console Table with it’s endless curves will do just that! Made using brass plated iron and a toughened glass top, it’s a statement piece which will not date. atkinandthyme.co.uk
This is one sleepy little owl all ready for bed in his nightcap. Perfect for a bedside lamp. This shade with its monochrome and touch of gold will suit most decors from the ultra modern to the vintage collector. Using collaged victorian illustrations this quirky shade is made to order on fine art paper and and finished off with an exquisite handapplied gold detail ensuring that no two are the same. mountainandmolehill.com
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Add a touch of class to tea-time with this adorable Polka Dot Teacup & Saucer! Finished in glossy blush pink and embellished with a delicate gold trim. Why not buy one as a gift, or keep it all to yourself. You deserve it! sweetpeaandwillow.com
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t first glance, modern life seems to come with all the bells and whistles. There is the internet, for one, coupled with apps that mean you can now easily summon a packet of raspberries for midnight pavlova cravings. But it also seems to be accompanied by an undeniable twitchyness. Finding focus is harder than ever. And our senses simultaneously duller as we overindulge on the images fed by screens. Some concerned have inaugurated digital detoxes. Or set up ambitious limits on screen time. And yet there is a third way for those who don’t wish to swear off their social media entirely. Known in Japan as forest bathing, it involves the kind of regular immersion in nature that our ancestors would have recognised. Or, as the Finnish government is now prescribing, at least 5 hours per month spent exploring landscapes that are lush and living. Making sure we get our nature fix is an argument that’s eloquently been explored in a new book by Florence Williams. Over the course of 300 pages, she reveals how, in the open-endedness of nature, creativity soars, worry subsides and we become our most “civic-minded selves”. A heartening notion, until she drops the bombshell that we Brits spend on average just 7% of our day outside. 9 0 M AY 2 0 2 2
“As we inch closer to a world of hybrid work and a four-day working week, we have a unique opportunity to make life outdoors a permanent fixture”
Part of the problem, we learn, is an overbearing culture of office life and commuting. But as we inch closer to a world of hybrid work and a fourday working week, we have a unique opportunity to make life outdoors a
permanent fixture. Meeting us there is an eclectic mix of designers, each of which have been busy developing avant-garde furnishings that help us live outdoors with new fullness and serendipity. At Cane-Line this looks like the invention of quick-drying cushions — each fully ready for use just 60 minutes after a downpour. Flexform, meanwhile, have focused on bringing the icons of their lounge catalogue out, setting the stage for an al fresco experience that prioritises both comfort and quality. “For aeons, outdoor furniture was characterised by plastic or timber,” says Ludovic Aublanc, Creative Director at Chaplins. “Wonderfully resistant materials, it’s true, but not always the most inviting thing to sit on. These brands have changed all that. In taking the time to understand the way people live and lounge, they’ve brought the living room into the garden, allowing us to sink into new rhythms and rituals.” With many of these luxury designs, it’s also about what the eye can’t see. Advances in both foam and fabric technology mean that these new sumptuous styles are virtually impervious to the elements. “You can be a bit lazy now,” explains designer Patrick Jouin in
a recent Architonic interview. “Outside used to be rough — simplistic almost — but now you can indulge more. You can leave your furniture out in the rain for two weeks without covering them.” And when the sun does come out to play? You can enjoy the outdoors like never before. Indulging in all the magic that is dinner beneath a canopy of stars. Or else that delicious morning coffee, nestled in a lovely lounge chair on the patio. Simple pleasures — it’s true — but ones that help anchor us to the world and everything in it. Did you promise that 2022 would be the year THE DETAILS you spent more time outdoors? Then why Chaplins Furniture, not pay our Hatch End 477-507 Uxbridge Road, showroom a visit? As well Hatch End, HA5 4JS as our dedicated outdoor chaplins.co.uk living studios, you can 020 8421 1779 also take advantage of our exterior design service — offered in conjunction with garden design specialists Pen & Barrow — and which has the power to transform any al fresco space into an unprecedented Eden.
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David James Architects
DJA’S RADICAL DESIGN FOR A BESPOKE HOUSE OVERLOOKING THE SOLENT IS NEARING COMPLETION.
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DJA’S ORTEGA – WINNER OF THE 5 STAR AWARD IN THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY CATEGORY FOR DORSET, AT THE INTERNATIONAL PROPERTY AWARDS (UK REGION). ORTEGA IS PART OF A DEVELOPMENT OF 3 LUXURY HOUSES KNOWN AS ‘LUSCOMBE’, DESIGNED BY DJA FOR EXCELLARE & CHINA CORP.
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THIS WINNING CONCEPT DESIGN WAS FOR A LANDMARK stablished SITE IN POOLE. DRAWING FROM THE NAUTICAL SURROUNDINGS FOR INSPIRATION; THE RESULTING DESIGN in 2009, GAVE AN ADVENTUROUS AND STRIKING RESPONSE TO THE David James DESIGN BRIEF. Architects has been at the forefront of Architectural design in the region, having won many awards for their designs over the past 13 years. They offer a full architectural package, from the initial concept through to building completion. Their services include concept design and planning, interior design, detailed and technical design, and project management. DJA are renowned for designing unique, bespoke, one-off houses for private clients, in addition to apartments, feasibility studies and master planning. DJA have a huge amount of experience in negotiating planning approvals, as well as working on Brownfield sites, in the Greenbelt and ecologically sensitive areas. They have a reputation for thoughtful, high-calibre concept designs, always thinking of practical design solutions to achieve a site’s potential, whilst never compromising on aesthetics or build quality. Each project is treated as an individual design solution – designed specifically to meet the client’s needs and site conditions. DJA have several exciting projects in the pipeline for 2022, notably the remodelling of a landmark building in Bournemouth town centre, contributing to the revitalisation of this area within the town. In addition, their ever-expanding project list includes a number of one-off luxury houses, multiple unit schemes, and several large apartment blocks. Recent planning approvals include a stunning residence located on a corner plot in the sought after Canford Cliffs area of Poole. Approved at committee, the members commended the design which although contemporary, sits effortlessly within the street scene complementing the environment with natural external finishes of timber and stone cladding. Another recent approval – DJA’s design for an impressive 5
bedroom residence enviably located on the Sandbanks spit with direct private access to the beach from the rear of the house. The layout has been thoughtfully designed to take full advantage of the stunning views on offer from both the front and rear of the house. The sought-after seafront location presented various constraints due to its proximity to the water and the abundance of sand – DJA’s design addressed these with the resulting building being uncompromising in style and finesse. As a practice they are very excited about the imminent completion of one of their most ambitious residential designs to date. Located in an envious location overlooking the Solent, their ground-breaking design pushes the boundaries of residential architecture, featuring a wall of glass allowing uninterrupted views over the water, intersected by the sculptural organic forms of the first and second floor terraces. DJA are delivering this house from concept to completion and have been involved in all phases of the construction, from working drawings through to interior architecture. As a practice they are very proud to have an experienced and knowledgeable team of Architects and Designers and have Chartered Practice RIBA status and are affiliated with the Architects Registration Board (ARB). DJA enjoy creating a happy and longlasting relationship with their clients and always aspire to achieve the highest standards in all areas. davidjamesarchitects.co.uk DJA’S DESIGN FOR A CONTEMPORARY SCHEME LOCATED IN POOLE, DORSET. THE DEVELOPMENT COMPRISES 99 APARTMENTS ALLOCATED BETWEEN 3 BLOCKS, UTILISING VARIOUS CLADDING MATERIALS IN CONJUNCTION WITH ‘GREEN’ SEDUM ROOFS WHERE POSSIBLE.
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FLOWER POWER NEW Spring Coloured Floral Wallpapers by Artist, Burcu Korkmazyurek forgetting childhood memories of hunting for chocolate eggs in the garden! Rachel Kenny, head of the design studio at Wallsauce.com says: “When we first encountered Burcu’s beautiful designs, we felt like spring had arrived! Her talent in creating floral artwork is inspiring. She has achieved the perfect blend of strong colour with vintage style illustration. Her use of bold colours work perfectly to represent this time of year where budding flowers are fresh with strong shades and new life. The nature-inspired designs are a clear reflection of the evergrowing trend to bring the outdoors in – especially now that many are working from home.” Well known for its exceptional customer service, Wallsauce.com is always looking for the latest designs from artists around the world to adorn walls in homes, workplaces and venues. wallsauce.com
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“These custom-made spring inspired wallpapers are the perfect way to celebrate this cheerful time of year”
reators of made-to-measure wallpaper murals, Wallsauce. com is excited to introduce its new collection of spring coloured floral wallpapers by Burcu Korkmazyurek. One of the latest artists to join the Wallsauce.com designer team is Burcu Korkmazyurek. Burcu is an artist who creates beautiful botanical and creature motifs. She draws inspiration from different genres, centuries and artistic media which is evident in the style of her gorgeous artworks. Taken from a growing 35 piece collection, these custom-made spring inspired wallpapers are the perfect way to celebrate this cheerful time of year. The pretty meadow flowers and cottage style roses conjure up images of sunny buttercup fields scattered with fluffy lambs and baby rabbits. Not
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ased in Somerset, The Iron Bed and Mattress Company is a family run business. With the Nights in Iron brand they have been designing and making the finest handforged, solid iron beds for over 30 years. Using the historic skills of the blacksmith’s forge, combined with modern craftsmanship and techniques they create beds that are uniquely, contemporary pieces of functional art. Each bed is not only designed to be a stunning and unique centrepiece for the bedroom, whilst combining elegance and simplicity, they are also built with an unequalled, solid strength to ensure they choice remain faultless for generations to come. From their classic Victorian to the contemporary style of the Genoa, or from the intricacy of the Daisy to the simplicity of the Platform, the exclusive designs capture the mood of any bedroom. If you should dream of a four-poster bed, nearly all of the stylish designs are available with that as an option. From their range of handforged bed designs and customisable options, you can create your own perfect look. Simply select from colours, bed sizes from singles to superking, four poster sets, bed bases, footboard styles, and of course the finishing touch, bedknobs – copper, brass or matching colour. Nights in Iron beds are matched with a selection of super comfy, quality mattresses from the British manufacturer they have worked with since day one. Combined with a 100 year manufacturing history they offer an unsurpassed knowledge as to what works for really comfy and restful nights. Order from their online store with the assurance of knowing that you are choosing wisely not only beautiful but strong and solid iron beds. No shaking, no rattle, very easy to assemble and with a lifetime guarantee. Can’t decide? just call them and they can help you choose. Want to see the beds in person? Just make an appointment to visit the showroom. Just off the A303, 30 minutes from Stonehenge going south and not far from Glastonbury. It’s a lovely area for a visit, or an easy stop off on your way through. Order in their Spring Sale online at nightsiniron.com
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Sophie Allport Unveils New Chelsea Flower Show Design For 2022
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ritish homewares and lifestyle brand Sophie Allport has unveiled her new Chelsea Flower Show design for 2022. The beautiful floral design will appear on a fine bone china mug (standard and large) and tea towel, all making excellent Chelsea Flower Show souvenirs and memorabilia. Sophie’s illustration of Chelsea Flower Show 2022 is filled with rows of beautiful irises, a magnificent sculpture and a pathway that leads through to the pavilion behind. Dragonflies, butterflies, and bumblebees dance through the sky, whilst the spectacular London parakeets sit proudly on the treetops. Dressed in iconic scarlets, cheerful Chelsea Pensioners enjoy the relaxed ambience of the tranquil grounds. Last year was the first year that Sophie Allport launched a Chelsea Flower Show Tea Towel in recognition of the event, with both the Tea Towel and Mug being sell-out designs. Sophie Allport has been attending Chelsea Flower Show since 2010 and last year won a four-star stand award. Held on the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea, the show inspires hundreds of thousands of visitors from around the world across five days. This year the event will be held from the 24th to the 28th of May 2022, making a return for the spring season as last year it was held in autumn due to COVID-19. “I absolutely love Chelsea,” explained Sophie. “It’s one of the highlights of our year. We love seeing all our customers, and as a keen gardener, I always look forward to seeing all the gardens and displays, which are so inspirational. I hope our mug and tea towel will make lovely souvenirs for visitors and remind them of their special day”. ‘Chelsea Flower Show 2022’ is written on the inside rim of every mug in Sophie’s distinctive handwriting, and features on her beautiful tea towel too. Purchase from the Sophie Allport stand at Chelsea Flower Show (24th – 28th May) or from sophieallport.com.
“I always look forward to seeing all the gardens and displays, which are so inspirational”
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outside when the weather warms up, and this perfectly proportioned polyweave rattan sofa lends itself to a boutique balcony or petite patio just as well as a generously sized garden.
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e’ve been favouring green in interiors for some time now – and this must-have hue is right on cue this season, with all those gorgeous green shoots emerging outdoors. And who can resist bringing a touch of nature-inspired calm into their home? From sage green and leafy ferns to trailing foliage, these freshly picked homewares will make your space feel fresh and spring-like in a cinch. Here’s our pick of the best decorative evergreens to shop right now… (Left) Tuiss Kentia Linen Leaf Roman Blind, from £34.85, Blinds2Go When you’re really after a spring refresh and want to create a courtyard garden in your kitchen, these leaf print roller blinds let in just the right measure of daylight for your indoor oasis.
Three Apple Green Bud Vases, £18, Gone to Seed Bud vases are the easiest way to get the best from your blooms – not only do they love a short spray, they can cope well with wilted flowers too. This apple-green trio ticks all the right botanical boxes. Green and White Aztec Bone Frame, £25, Graham & Green For a small flash of green, try conjuring an exotic scene inside this Aztec inspired frame, such as a parrot postcard or print. The Little Botanical Marble Plant Gang, £70, MADE Should you need to up your indoor plant game, MADE’s new houseplant collection includes exotic varieties with a choice of planters to suit every scheme, from ceramics to copper and
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marble. Contemporary and cool, we love this duo which includes a large haworthia (zebra cactus) with planter stand, and a potted zamioculcas. Bonus: they only need watering once every few weeks.
Brilliant Buddha Head with Succulent, available in Female and Male, £25 each, Joe Browns Just in case your plant prowess needs a helping hand, these gorgeous his ’n’ hers Buddha head planters come with a charming faux succulent in two different designs Simeon Woven Striped Green Cotton Runner Rug, £69.50 (other items from a selection), Oliver Bonas This gorgeous geometric striped green runner lends itself to a garden room or hallway, and with a pale pink border at either end, it can be teamed with blush pink cushions for a tasteful aesthetic. Tallavera Wallpaper – Seville Collection – Cole & Son, Rose & Spring Greens on Terracotta, £154 per roll, Lime Lace The great thing about a wonder wall of beautiful blooms, once you’ve hung your favourite bouquet, it’s a low-maintenance centrepiece from there on in. With its Spanish influence, this Seville collection is a fast-track to a suntrap of your own. Verdi Garden Tea Trolley, currently £124.95 (was £139), Cuckooland When it’s time to wheel out the garden trolley, this one has enough storage space for wine, gin and an ice bucket – if teatime celebrations run into happy hour. 1 0 2 M AY 2 0 2 2
Forest Green Bedtime Bundle in Stonewashed French Flax, from £227, Piglet in Bed Luxe linen in a gorgeous green not only looks fresh, but keeps you cool in in the summer and comfortable in cooler months. Pair with crisp whites for contrast, or go all-out green and style with the beautifully soft Baa sheepskin rug in sage green for extra wow factor.
H A N D C R A F T E D C A N O P I E S A N D E X U B E R A N T TA S S E L S Our unique parasols combine traditional techniques and contemporary design to produce unique show-stoppers, and flamboyant fairweather friends. www.eastlondonparasols.com
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PICNIC TIME!
A POP OF COLOUR Give more life and colour to your patio or deck with this striking 7 Piece Kensington Modular Sofa Set. Many years of pleasure are guaranteed due to the highest quality materials used here - synthetic rattan and aluminium. The set occupies a floor space of approximately 380cm x 300cm. Make the most of the exclusive waterproof and stain-resistant cushions that will keep their luxury feel for longer than you can imagine bridgman.co.uk
Lollypop Pink pure new wool outdoor rug with purple waterproof backing and handmade white leather strap with an option of short or shoulder-length. Made in Britain. Our luxury picnic blankets will make your picnics comfy, dry and stylish! Each rug is large enough and ideal for several adults but rolls up into an easy-to-carry bundle with a slim elegant strap. heating-and-plumbing.com
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This set of two little and large Wellington Boot Ceramic doorstep plant pots. Finished in crisp glazed white. These will look so cute in your outside space! dibor.co.uk
MODERN TOUCH
We loves this modern Tsuki garden side table which has a unique shape and is the playful result of combining design, craftsmanship and engineering. The Cobi garden coffee table is also made from top quality Teak so take your pick! gomodern.co.uk
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ITALIAN STYLE The Ronda garden chair is made in Italy by Emu and is one of their most popular designs. Designed by Aldo Ciabatti, it has a simple elegance that will appeal to almost everybody. Available in a great range of colours the Ronda garden chair is suitable for outdoor use all year round and practically they are also stackable up to sixteen chairs high for easy storage. This garden chair is in lacquered steel, which is available in nine colours. The table is the Emu Cambi garden table. gomodern.co.uk
ANIMAL ATTRACTION
Attract the birds, butterflies and bees into your garden with this wonderful collection of wildflowers. Each seedball has approximately 30 seeds and each tin contains 20 seed balls, enough to cover 1 metre square in a garden bed or 3-5 medium sized pots (leave at least 10cm between each ball). Best scattered in Spring or Autumn. annabeljames.co.uk
INDOOR/OUTDOOR We love this geometric grey rug for indoor and outdoor use from Kukoon Rugs. Bring the inside out, and give your outdoor seating area a touch of comfort. kukoonrugs.com
ELEGANT LOUNGING he Skyline Serpent Sun Lounger combines chunky soft rope weaving and a beautiful curvy frame to create modern looking Sun Lounger that will look great in any setting. vivalagoon.com
ALL FIRED UP
Create the perfect garden atmosphere with this stunning Eclipse Fire Bowl. With its trendy sleek silhouette, the white semi-sphere fire pit will fit into any outside space, blending in to your outdoor furniture with ease. charltonisland.com
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A new concept in outdoor cooking for your best summer ever for outdoor entertaining.
The Charlie Outdoor Charcoal Oven
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t’s time to take the cover off the BBQ and enjoy the Summer. But will the reality live up to our dreams? well, it all depends on what you’re cooking with. We think of BBQs for warm, sunny days. But we use our BBQs a lot less than we’d like to. In the UK – largely thanks to the weather - the average BBQ is only used five times a year. But with Charlie, it’s always BBQ weather! Its front-opening design minimises heat loss and protects your food from the elements. The cooking is all done in the sealed oven chamber, while the chef can sit indoors, just waiting till Charlie has created its magic, whatever the weather outside. Charlie is totally weatherproof. It’s made in Britain from solid steel, in nine striking colours. It can live and work outdoors all year round. You can use it day in, day out. When we think BBQ, it’s sausages, burgers, maybe steaks. But it so often over-promises and under-delivers. How about fish, charcoalgrilled with the taste of the Mediterranean? Seafood? Vegetables? Bread? Fruit? Desserts? Pizzas? With Charlie you can do the lot. And add amazing, smoky flavour to whatever food you choose to cook. It’s a BBQ, a pizza oven, a smoker and a grill. With 2.5 times the capacity of a domestic oven. Delight the meat lovers, the vegans, the vegetarians, the pescatarians. Cook vegetables so tasty that even your children will eat them. There’s no need to be an “expert” at BBQ-ing: anyone can use Charlie. Even though it’s inspired by the front-opening charcoal ovens that are the secret of top professional kitchens. We call Charlie, “The Chef Maker”. In many ways, using Charlie is the opposite of BBQing. It’s totally hands-off. No need for constant attention, no face full of smoke and heat. You can set Charlie from 100°c for low ‘n’ slow, up to 500°c for incredibly fast searing of meat or pizzas. Easy peasy. Just put in your food and Charlie will create the magic for you! Sit back. Relax. Enjoy looking at your beautiful oven. Enjoy the incredible food. Enjoy the sunshine….but enjoy The Charlie Outdoor Charcoal Oven all year round! charlieoven.com @charliecharcoaloven
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VAN GOGH ART
Remastered as Wallpaper Patterns
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“Bobbi Beck is a design & print studio specialising in sustainably-made luxury wallpaper”
wo of Van Gogh’s most famous artworks have been remastered as stunning wallpapers by design studio Bobbi Beck. Starry Night and Almond Blossom have provided the inspiration for the wallpaper designs which were created by taking motifs from the artworks and carefully crafting them into seamless repeat patterns. The artworks were painted between 1889 -1890 and are now 132 years old, but remain popular across art, design and pop culture. Now, through clever design, the artworks can be enjoyed across all four walls of the room. Bobbi Beck is a design & print studio specialising in sustainably-made luxury wallpaper.
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Providing wallpaper for both homes and commercial spaces, the company is based in Cornwall UK. The studio makes its products to order, using PVC and metallic-free paper from FSC-certified forests. All inks are water-based and non-toxic and packaging is 100% plastic-free and fully recyclable. bobbibeck.com
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SET IN STONE Portman Stone is a company you can trust to make your dreams come true when it comes to creating your ideal kitchen
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aving worked within the stone industry for over 30 across the whole of England in places such as the cruise ship Queen years, Portman Stone has the utmost expertise when Mary 2, Caviar House & Prunier Seafood Bars. More recently, it comes to making your kitchen goals possible. From it has been involved in a large project featured on Channel 4’s natural to man-made stone, it offers a variety of Extraordinary Extensions, hosted by the famous UK music artist, products that will meet any need. Tinie Tempah. The company provides a free quotation service for Over the years, the company has gained a strong reputation in the any customer, no matter how large or small a job is. In addition, it south of England, which has resulted in them offers a short seven-to-10-day turnaround time becoming one of the leading granite and quartz from templating to fitting, which is not matched THE DETAILS suppliers in the area. by any other national supplier. With a very dedicated team, their mission is to Friendly employees will offer advice and Portman Stone, Airfield Way, supply the highest levels of craftsmanship whilst recommendations on types of stone, colours, Christchurch. maintaining the best possible customer service and sizes, depending on your project. They can 01202 484340 and price. Their values are guaranteed to be also advise on aftercare for your new worktop, portmanstone.com carried across from the most luxurious specialist keeping up with the latest trends in the market. jobs to beautiful budget kitchens. To ensure the A satisfied customer said: “After having company’s mission is successful, its stonemasons use materials of my kitchen tops and island fitted, I instantly knew I wanted my the highest quality whilst paying immense attention to detail. bathroom done too and boy I was not disappointed. I had my whole From your standard kitchen worktop to more intricate designs, bath surrounded in quartz and it looks amazing. The fitters were Portman Stone can cater to all. Its work can be seen commercially extremely professional, and I’m thrilled with the results.”
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f you love to play with colour, and bright, beautiful surroundings sound appealing right now, the colourful cottage trend marries a free-spirited attitude with a love of the great outdoors. There are plenty of ways to get the look – and you don’t need to live in an actual cottage to channel your inner flower child and go from white to wow! “During the height of 2020, pastoral, country-style design aesthetics saw a surge in interest, with many people presumably looking for a way to escape the feeling of being ‘stuck’ in urban or suburban homes and environments,” observes interior designer, Celina Digby (celinadigby.co.uk). “With this, cottagecore became the top design style during the year’s summer.” Country chic and farmhouse aesthetics are seeing a comeback right now too, and Digby says this time the look has had a bit of a makeover. “While the cottagecore of lockdown saw people hero-ing neutrals and pastels – such as creams, pastel pinks and blues – 2022’s version
is all about injecting bolder colours into our spaces,” explains the interiors expert. Lyndsey Roberts, homewares buyer for Joe Browns, agrees: “The colourful cottage trend is inspired by our return to the outdoors and a rejuvenated appreciation for the classic English garden, something we all became very familiar with during various lockdowns.” For their latest collection, Roberts says florals undergo a fabulous makeover: “We look to the magical jewelled and vibrant colours of butterflies against the explosive colours of striking garden flowers.” “It’s all about bringing the natural beauty of the outdoors inside,” notes Roberts. “And finding ways to inject the plethora of colours within the palette of the British countryside into your home.” And the great news is, it’s easy to create a colourful home and build on the cottagecore romantic concept, such as introducing some curvaceous pieces in a brighter than usual shade. It’s not just about sticking with one set of bright shades though. There’s certainly room for an eclectic touch and mixing patterns
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and materials. As Rohan Blacker, founder of Pooky, puts it: “Country cottage style tends to invoke images of muted earthy tones, mix-and-match botanical printed fabrics, and spaces filled with wooden furniture.” “For those who are braver with colour and looking to create a modern version of this aesthetic, opt for accent items in primary red, blue and yellow across accessories and lighting,” suggests Blacker. “Think floral fabric lampshades paired with boldly bright resin bases, or a selection of patterned scatter cushions strewn across the sofa.” Along with soft furnishings, sprays of dried flowers and farmhouse dining chairs – the spindle switched up a notch with a pop of colour – think about your main background colours too. Helen Shaw, UK director of Benjamin Moore, says introducing bright colours on the walls is a quick and easy way to update and invigorate your space. “Or if you’re looking for something a bit different, why not create a colour scale for a more playful finish?” Moore asks. A colour gradient is a “great way to introduce colour in a striking, eye-catching way, brightening up your home with a striking and impactful twist”, she says. Otherwise, Shaw says to look at the areas in your home which lend themselves to detailing – not only for an instant burst of colour, but to elevate the space with creativity and a personal touch. “Updating even just a small corner of your home with a new colour can bring about the most enormous changes to not only your 1 1 4 M AY 2 0 2 2
space, but also your mood,” says Shaw. “Perhaps colour is more important now than ever before.” Likewise, trying your hand at tablescaping to give your dining room or table setting a makeover with some simple styling tricks can be hugely rewarding. “The colourful cottage trend for tablescaping blends bold primary colours in homely and rustic table settings,” says Margo Kane, cofounder of Tableday. “It has some of the cosy earthiness and traditional feel of cottagecore, with its natural materials for placemats and charger plates, but instead of dreamy pastel napkins, candles and flower arrangements, colourful cottage has bold punchy brights,” explains Kane. To get the look, Kane says you could pair bright red gingham napkins with vibrant green foliage, and quirky iron candlesticks with strawberry-red candles. Whichever side of the farmhouse fence you sit on, reinventing furnishings and laying the table is fun – and far from formal. “Colourful cottage tables are earthy, bright and much less dressed up than regencycore,” notes Kane. “And has brighter, bolder primary colours, whereas regencycore is more sophisticated, with subtle Bridgerton blues and crystal glasses.” And who wouldn’t drink to that, with tiki cocktails also trending and thoughts finally turning to sipping and dining in brighter, sunnier surroundings? Cheers to unleashing your creative side, with colourful cottage for a summer refresh!