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Woodborough Road, Putney

Impressive detached seven-bedroom period home in sought-after West Putney, set within landscaped gardens with a swimming pool. Built in 1870, the property offers generous entertaining space, high ceilings and contemporary-styled period features. Highlights include multiple reception rooms, modern kitchen, conservatory, gym, study and extensive storage. Upper floors provide flexible family accommodation, including a substantial principal suite. Outside is an 83ft west-facing private garden, terrace, driveway and covered swimming pool, ideal for outdoor entertaining.modern family living.

More details on page 58.

By Caroline Burvill

Welcome to the latest edition of The WM, where we bring together property, design and lifestyle inspiration from across the Winkworth network.

In this issue, we explore how thoughtful design and a connection to the natural world can enhance the way we live. From creating outdoor spaces that support biodiversity to incorporating timeless craftsmanship and character into our homes, our features celebrate the importance of good design both inside and out. We also look at some of

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the latest trends in interiors and examine how carefully chosen colours, fabrics and furnishings can help create spaces that are both beautiful and practical. Alongside these features, we are delighted to showcase an exceptional collection of properties from across the country. From city apartments and family homes to country houses and coastal retreats, they highlight the breadth of homes and lifestyles represented throughout the Winkworth network.

As ever, our local experts continue to see buyers placing a premium on

quality, character and location. While individual markets may vary, demand for well-presented homes in desirable locations remains resilient, underlining the enduring appeal of property as both a home and a long-term investment. We hope you enjoy this edition of The WM and find plenty of inspiration within its pages.

DOMINIC AGACE CEO Winkworth

Please note the property details advertised within this magazine were accurate at the time of being published. Details may be subject to change at a later date.

Hearts of Oak

We probably all remember visiting a house that made us think ‘ah yes, what a lovely place’ - but putting your finger on the source of that feeling is complex - and it is not just about the actual bricks and mortar.

Arriving somewhere could be about a winding tree-lined avenue, or about pushing through a lovely old gate, threading a path through scented chamomile, jasmine or rosemary - many permutations are possible, but they all share something about an adjustment to a new mood, stepping out of work mode and into ‘home’ mode - or into ‘party’ mode - or any number of modes - country/town, thrilling/relaxing… the key is that the ambiance shifts.

So how is this achieved, without going the whole tree-lined avenue?

Scent, as mentioned, can help, a few good plants, a transition of textures, perhaps some old flagstones laid amongst the chamomile or thyme, or for the modernist, some basalt tiles, smartly offsetting some multi-stem shrubs, more architectural in style.

You can add interest, especially if you are trying to keep the gardening hours to a minimum, by a clever choice of furniture or sculpture. Indeed, good furniture can be part-sculpture, because, if you choose well, it becomes part of the design intent, drawing the

eye, giving a point of focus. If your property is linear in character, then choose simple forms - a backless bench, for example. For a more traditional house or garden, something that speaks of craft and timelessness would be right.

Just like inside the house, everything you touch matters. The satisfaction of pushing open a good, substantial front door, the pleasure of well-made door handles or loveliness of a fine handrail on the stairs, so the same applies outside - out with woven plastic, in with good materials and craftsmanship. Just like for interiors, it is worth investing in quality if you want to optimise your valuation potential.

It should not only look good, though - the furniture on the terrace or in the garden should positively beckon! ‘Come, take a seat!’ it should say, and, on obeying the call, you should feel instantly comfortable, embraced. An oak seat or dining chair feels so nice to the touch - warm in winter, cool in summer, with an organic texture and timeless quality that lifts the spirits and induces instant stress-release. Comfort is key - otherwise, why bother?

Gaze Burvill is established as the highest quality standard of outdoor furniture and kitchens. The company, with certified ‘B-Corp’ status, campaigns for excellence in British

By Caroline Burvill

forestry, using only British-sourced oak for its more affordable National Trust Collection, and takes great pride in correct wood selection, grain orientation and superb craftsmanship, to make sure the furniture (and outdoor kitchen cabinetry) can be enjoyed for decades. Choose from oak sofas, poolside recliners, benches and dining sets, all beautifully craftsman-made in East Tisted, Hampshire.

Gaze Burvill selects its oak from sustainable and certified sources, and uses specific cuts of the wood, not only to ensure its stability over the years, but to reveal the handsome grain patterns, unique to oak, and, as it seasons and silvers over time, these patterns will catch the light and delight the eye. And for maintenance? A good clean is recommended, with a natural bristle brush after every winter, especially the first winter, and an oil can be applied every couple of years from about year three. There is no need for oiling before this - oak is naturally durable and impermeable (ie waterproof), and full of natural tannins, which keep bugs and bacteria at bay.

Warm days are around the corner, so embrace the all-important ambiance shift, and make sure there is a comfortable, inviting place to be outside.

Country Properties

Hyde Street, Winchester

A substantial Grade II listed Georgian home in the heart of Hyde, moments from central Winchester. Offering over 2,800 sq ft across four floors, it combines elegant period detail with five bedrooms, versatile reception space, cellar rooms and a private garden.

GUIDE PRICE £1,170,000 FREEHOLD 5 3 2

KEY FEATURES

• Winchester City Council Tax Code: G

• Decent size garden and patio area.

• Georgian Property

WINKWORTH WINCHESTER 01962 866777 winchester@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/winchester

Bat & Ball Lane, Farnham, Surrey

Stunning contemporary home, combining functionality and a modern style, in a serene and peaceful setting within South Farnham. Situated in South Farnham, this impressive family home is a perfect and seamless blend of style and practicality working in unison. During current ownership, the property has been beautifully remodelled and redesigned, offering high specification accommodation that is spacious throughout, perfect for family and/or multi-generational living, with the main rooms enjoying wonderful far reaching views.

GUIDE PRICE £1,400,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Sought after South Farnham position within walking distance of the station, town amenities and easy walking distance of local schools

• Beautifully arranged accommodation of over 2800 sq ft presented over three floors

• Finished to an exceptional specification

WINKWORTH FARNHAM: 01252 733042 farnham@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/farnham

throughout complimented by stylish modern interiors

• Contemporary kitchen/dining room with beautiful views across the garden and valley beyond

• Four versatile reception spaces designed for modern family living

• Eco conscious features including heat exchange ventilation system 4 4 3 C

• Four well presented bedrooms (two en

suite) and a family bathroom

• Set in beautiful mature gardens of approximately 0.38 acre

• Private driveway leading to a detached double garage

Oulton, Lowestoft

This striking architect-designed home offers generous, versatile living with exceptional entertaining space. Set behind a sweeping driveway, it features five bedrooms, elegant reception rooms and a stunning kitchen-dining area, complemented by private landscaped gardens and a double garage.

ASKING PRICE £1,100,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Architect-designed detached family residence finished to a high standard

• Set back from the road with a sweeping driveway and extensive parking

• Impressive entrance hall with dramatic stairwell and galleried landing

• Elegant principal reception room with stone fireplace and garden access

• Secluded, landscaped rear gardens with mature planting and lawn

WINKWORTH SOUTHWOLD: 01502 723007 southwold@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/southwold

East Tuddenham, Norfolk

This remarkable former WWII bomber headquarters offers over 5,000 sq ft of unique living space within 2.5 acres. Blending history with modern luxury, it features five bedrooms, extensive outbuildings, income potential and panoramic countryside views in a rural setting.

ASKING PRICE £1,500,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Stunning 5 Bedroom Detached Family Home

• Former RAF & US Air Force Headquarters

• Around 5000 Square Feet Of Luxurious Living Space

• Substantial Roof Terrace With Striking Views

• Potential For 2 Self-Contained Annexes

• 2.5 Acres With Generous Gardens & Outbuildings

WINKWORTH HELLESDON: 01603 881010 hellesdon@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/hellesdon

Horning, Norwich

This exceptional riverside home on the River Bure offers an idyllic lifestyle with private mooring, south-westerly views and versatile accommodation. Beautifully maintained, it combines light-filled interiors, multiple living spaces and expansive decking, perfectly positioned within a sought-after Norfolk village setting.

GUIDE PRICE £800,000 FREEHOLD

4 2 3 F

KEY FEATURES

• Highly sought-after riverside village location on the River Bure

• Stunning far-reaching views across the river and unspoilt marshland & private mooring dock measuring approx. 35ft

(24ft min) x 14’5” with direct water access

• South-westerly aspect, ideal for enjoying afternoon sun and evening sunsets

• Two generous reception rooms, both designed to maximise waterside views

WINKWORTH EATON : 01603 324466 eaton@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/eaton

Theatre Cottage, Shipston on Stour

Theatre Cottage is a charming Grade II listed cottage located in the heart of the popular Warwickshire village of Armscote. With a wealth of character features the accommodation comprises two bedrooms, bathroom, ground floor shower room, kitchen dining room, utility, and a reception room. Externally there is a landscaped garden and a separate gated driveway to front.

KEY FEATURES

• Grade II listed with a wealth of character features

• Two double bedrooms, main bathroom and ground floor shower room

• Landscaped gardens and gated driveway

£445,000 FREEHOLD

• Expired planning permission for erection of a garage with ancillary accommodation over

• Popular village with a highly rated public house

• Viewing highly recommended

• Freehold

• Council Tax: D

PETER CLARKE / WINKWORTH SHIPSTON ON STOUR: 01608 260026 shipston@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/shipton-on-stour

Old Town, Stratford-upon-Avon

A supremely elegant Grade II listed Georgian townhouse in the heart of Old Town, extending to 3,669 sq ft across three floors plus a 339 sq ft detached double garage. The property retains the majority of its original features — elm floorboards, flagstones, sash windows, ornate cornicing and period fireplaces — alongside a cellar, parking for six vehicles and beautiful south-facing landscaped gardens. A short stroll to the River Avon and Royal Shakespeare Theatre

£2,250,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Elegant Georgian town house, circa 1759/60

• Retaining beautiful period features

• A scarce opportunity to include extensive parking

• Detached double garage

• 3,669 sq.ft. plus garage of 339 sq.ft., over three floors plus cellar

• Walled south facing private gardens 5 5 3

PETER CLARKE / WINKWORTH STRATFORD UPON AVON: 01789 415444 stratford@peterclarke.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/stratford-upon-avon

Marina Quays, Norfolk Coast

Marina Quay is an exclusive collection of three contemporary riverside homes on the River Bure, offering stylish upside-down living, private balconies and extensive moorings. Designed for modern lifestyles, they combine elegant interiors, scenic views and direct access to Norfolk’s waterways.

PRICES FROM £475,000 FREEHOLD 4 1 2 TBC

KEY

FEATURES

• Exclusive Collection Of Three Riverside Homes

• Extensive Private Mooring For Each Property

• Upside-Down Design Maximising River Views

• Renowned Local Developers With Impeccable Attention To Detail

• Contemporary Mulberry Kitchen & Separate Utility Room

• Open-Plan Living Area With Bi-Fold Doors & Balcony

WINKWORTH PORINGLAND

01508 528880

poringland@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/poringland

Hawkley, Hampshire

This substantial portion of an imposing country house near Hawkley dates from 1861 and was designed by architect Samuel Teulon. Converted into eight homes in the 1960s, it retains stone elevations, mullion windows, high ceilings and fireplaces. The property features spacious reception rooms, four bedrooms and a modern bathroom, plus a principal en suite. Set within 0.28 acres, it offers private gardens, communal grounds, woodland, parking and a double garage, accessed via a sweeping shared driveway for residents.

GUIDE PRICE £1,150,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD 4 3 2 E

KEY FEATURES

• Grade II Listed

• Well-proportioned accommodation totalling 2,729 sq. ft.

• Delightful private gardens of approximately 0.28 acre

WINKWORTH PETERSFIELD: 01730 267274 petersfield@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/petersfield

• Extensive communal gardens, grounds and woodland of approximately 8 acres

• A double garage and communal parking

• Council Tax: East Hampshire District

• Council Band F

The Stables, Chipping Campden

Four bedroom detached home on Back Ends. Built in 2019, on a small development of just eight properties. Spacious entrance hall, kitchen/dining room, sitting room and cloakroom all on the ground floor. Four bedrooms, family bathroom and ensuite. The garage has a useful room above which would make a great studio/office. The communal areas are maintained by the residents management company for which there is an annual fee of Approx £1510 pa.

£1,200,000 FREEHOLD

4 1 2 B

KEY FEATURES

• Four bedroom Cotswold stone detached home

• Sitting room with bifold doors opening onto patio

• Garage and allocated parking spaces

• Study/Studio area above garage

• Countryside views to the rear

• Council Tax Band G

PETER CLARKE / WINKWORTH CHIPPING CAMPDEN: 01386 770044 chippingcampden@peterclarke.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/chippingcampden

HARLEQUIN STUDIO

NEW IN: ZAMORA

Harlequin is a contemporary brand of creative integrity known for designing and making versatile, sophisticated, and expressive fabric and wallpaper. As a studio, Harlequin embraces an eclectic sense of style in interiors and empowers people to express their individuality through colour and design in their homes. Founded in the 1960s, Harlequin’s portfolio is a varied and exciting mix of techniques, artistic styles, and textures, culminating in a library of beautiful, transitional designs. From a considered yet versatile library of hues to exceptional techniques and finishes in products, Harlequin’s designs bring energy to interiors, building an artwork archive for the future.

Zamora is a brand-new fabric and wallpaper collection by Harlequin that explores a fusion of global cultures, including embroideries and woven fabrics, demonstrating various weaving techniques. By mixing archival pieces and modern artistic paintings this collection tells a range of design stories within the contemporary interior, fulfilling our deep passion for bringing the outside world in. One such story is that of Kantha, a beautiful Indian style embroidery fabric.

When designing Kantha, Harlequin’s design studio began with an archival kantha textile they’d acquired. Kantha is a centuries-old embroidery practice from the Bengal region, now divided between Bangladesh and West Bengal in India, where layers of cloth were bound with running stitch and brought to life with narrative motifs drawn from nature and everyday life. Kantha was mostly crafted by women who used these textiles to tell stories through cloth.

The original archival piece features a geometric sun or lotus leaf at its centre, a motif typical of the Kantha tradition, but what the designers were especially drawn to was its corners and edges, replete with peacocks, elephants, plants, fish, and tigers. In reimagining this design, the designers brought these motifs to the centre of focus, arranged linearly and embroidered as vignettes, each with their own story and personality, while a running stitch threads across the background.

www.harlequin.design

This Edwardian home has all the right ingredients for a long term family home with six bedrooms and large gardens. Just a short walk from Basingstoke’s railway station, with services into London Waterloo of around 45 minutes – perfect for commuting.

GUIDE PRICE £1,250,000 FREEHOLD 6 4 2 D

KEY FEATURES

• Detached Edwardian Home

• Six bedrooms

• Four receptions rooms

• Two bathrooms

• Large gardens

• Walking distance to station

WINKWORTH BASINGSTOKE

01256 811730

basingstoke@winkworth.co.uk

winkworth.co.uk/basingstoke

Rose Cottage, Tunworth

Classic country home full to the brim with character and clearly loved and respected by the sellers, who have undertaken substantial improvements during their ownership. Grade II listed from the 18th Century with 1¼ acres including a paddock and stables.

GUIDE PRICE £1,895,000 FREEHOLD

4 4 4 E

KEY FEATURES

• Period House

• Two Annexes

• Home Office

• Paddock with Stables

• 1 1/4 acres in total

• re-thatched in 2024

WINKWORTH BASINGSTOKE

01256 811730

basingstoke@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/basingstoke

Hartfield House, Halford

Nestled in the charming village of Halford, Shipston-on-Stour, this exceptional detached house offers a unique blend of modern luxury and serene countryside living

Nestled in the charming village of Halford, Shipston-on-Stour, this exceptional detached house offers a unique blend of modern luxury and serene countryside living. Completed in 2013, this architect-designed property spans approximately 4,000 square feet (inc garage) and is set within a generous 1.33-acre plot, providing ample space for both relaxation and entertainment.

£1,495,000 FREEHOLD 5 3 4 D

KEY FEATURES

• Three en-suites, this home caters to the needs of a modern family with ease.

• Distinctive, architect designed property completed in 2013

• 360 degree panoramic views

• Located on a quiet lane

• Approx 4,000 sq.ft. inc garage

• 1.33 acre plot

• High specification and exacting attention to detail

• Light, spacious and flexible accommodation including vaulted ceilings and full height windows

PETER CLARKE / WINKWORTH STRATFORD UPON AVON: 01789 415444 stratford@peterclarke.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/stratford-upon-avon

Clanfield, Hampshire

Significantly improved by its current owners, this immaculaty presented detached family home sits in an elevated position with over 3,250 sq. ft. of living space, set within 3.2 acres and featuring a 6-vehicle garage and a large workshop, close to Queen Elizabeth Country Park.

GUIDE PRICE £1,100,000 FREEHOLD 4 5 4 C

KEY FEATURES

• Garden, grounds and woodland in approximately 3.2 acres

• Countryside views

• Ample driveway parking, 6-vehicle garage and large workshop

• Council Tax: East Hampshire District

• Council Band G

WINKWORTH PETERSFIELD 01730 267274 petersfield@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/petersfield

Steep, Hampshire

This detached 1950s home offers bright accommodation over two floors, including a spacious sitting room with garden access, five bedrooms and a study. Set on a 0.46-acre plot, it features a south-west facing garden, garage, parking and outbuildings.

GUIDE PRICE £1,250,000 FREEHOLD 5 3 2 E

KEY FEATURES

• Detached family home in an elevated position

• South-west facing gardens ~0.46 acre

• 1 mile from Petersfield Station

• In close proximity to Bedales School

• Council Tax: East Hampshire District

• Council Band F

WINKWORTH PETERSFIELD

01730 267274 petersfield@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/petersfield

Dewe Lane, Berkshire

This luxury riverside home on a private island in Burghfield offers nearly 3,000 sq ft of modern, high-spec living, featuring four bedrooms, bespoke kitchen, riverside garden with spa, mooring, fishing rights, detached garage, and exceptional privacy within a gated estate.

£1,400,000

KEY FEATURES

• Riverside Location

• Mooring

• Double Garage

• Country House

• Council Tax: Band G

WINKWORTH READING : 01184 022300 reading@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/reading

Langdon Lane, Radway

A beautifully presented Hornton stone residence located in an attractive courtyard setting of three properties. Deceptively spacious and boasting a wealth of charm and character throughout. Walled garden and parking.

KEY FEATURES

• Council tax: G

• Immaculate presentation

• Delightful walled garden

• Abundance of storage throughout

• Off road parking

• Three - four bedrooms

ASKING PRICE £835,000 FREEHOLD

PETER CLARKE / WINKWORTH WELLESBOURNE: 01789 841114 wellesbourne@peterclarke.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/wellesbourne

Clarendon Square, Leamington Spa

A magnificent six-bedroom Regency home on Clarendon Square, extending to approximately 4,700 sq ft across six floors, beautifully renovated to combine elegant period architecture with contemporary family living. The double-height reception hall sets the tone, leading to a stunning open-plan kitchen and dining room at the heart of the property. A grand first-floor drawing room enjoys wrought-iron balcony views across the Square. Further highlights include a self-contained one-bedroom apartment, a luxurious principal suite, cinema room and landscaped rear garden with off-street parking.

£1,700,000 FREEHOLD

6 6 5

KEY FEATURES

• Grade II listed Regency townhouse

• One of Leamington Spa's finest addresses

• 4,700 sq ft across six floors Six bedrooms, five bathrooms

• Drawing room with balcony views

• Open-plan kitchen and dining room

• Self-contained apartment

• Cinema room, study, rear garde

WINKWORTH ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA: 01926 956560

leamingtonspa@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/leamington-spa

Church Steps Cottage

A charming two-bedroom thatched cottage overlooking the picturesque village green in Fisherton de la Mere. This delightful, well-maintained home features pretty gardens and is offered for sale with no onward chain.

£525,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Detached

• Thatched

• Period

• Garden

• Village location

• Council Tax: Band E 2

WINKWORTH SALISBURY: 01722 443000 salisbury@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/salisbury

East Grafton, Wiltshire

Nestled within the heart of the countryside, tucked away, yet overlooking the village green, this enchanting Grade II period thatched cottage is the very definition of quintessential English living. Brimming with character and history, the cottage showcases original features throughout, from exposed timber beams to a welcoming fireplace that has warmed generations. beneath the shadow of St Nicholas’s Church and is a truly exquisite thatched cottage dating back to 1772.

£899,950 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Charming cottage in a village setting offering three bedrooms

• Two bathrooms

• Living room

• Large kitchem/dining

• Utility

• Large garden

• Garage

• Ample parking

• Council Tax Band F 3 2 2

WINKWORTH MARLBOROUGH: 01672 552777 marlborough@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/marlborough

Castleton, Jubilee Road, Finchampstead

Recently remodelled, Castleton is a secluded six-bedroom, six-bathroom residence set atop Pye Hill within 2.3 acres. Extending to 5,700 sq ft, it offers refined living, elegant interiors, landscaped gardens, and far-reaching countryside views, combining privacy, scale, and exceptional design.

£2,500,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Magical Gardens Approaching 2.3 Acres

• Remodelled Over The Winter And Offering 5700 Sq. Ft

• Commanding Elevated Position With Countryside Views

• Potential For Self-Contained Annex

• Detached Home Office/Gym And Hobby Room

• Council Tax Band H 6 6 6 C

WINKWORTH WOKINGHAM: 01189 072777 wokingham@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/wokingham

BRINGING NATURE HOME: HOW EVERY GARDEN CAN SUPPORT BIODIVERSITY

By Dave Green

Across the UK, gardens collectively form one of the country’s most important wildlife habitats. In fact, the total area of domestic gardens is estimated to be larger than all of the nation’s National Nature Reserves combined. While individual gardens may seem small, together they create an extraordinary network of green spaces that can support thousands of species.

As a garden designer, this idea has become central to my work and working with the RHS Science & Collection team our exhibit at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show explores the theme Bringing Nature Home, demonstrating how gardens of every size — from small urban courtyards to larger country plots — can become thriving habitats for wildlife.

The encouraging news is that creating a wildlife-friendly

planting and how we manage our outdoor spaces.

Start with plants

Plants are the foundation of biodiversity. They provide food, shelter and breeding spaces for insects, birds and other wildlife. Choosing a diverse range of plants that flower at different times throughout the year helps support pollinators such as bees, butterflies and hoverflies from early spring through to autumn.

Research carried out by the Royal Horticultural Society has identified thousands of plants that are particularly valuable to pollinators and have produced the Plants for Pollinators planting list (https://www.rhs.org.uk/science/research/ plants-for-pollinators). By incorporating some of these into your planting scheme, you can transform your garden into

Layered planting — combining trees, shrubs, perennials and ground cover — is especially effective. This structure mimics natural habitats and creates a variety of niches

Many traditional gardening practices have focused primarily on appearance. Increasingly, however, gardeners are recognising that gardens can be both beautiful and

Small features can make a significant difference. Leaving a small area of longer

Wildlife pond (C) RHS Neil Hepworth

grass can provide shelter for insects. A log pile or some dead wood can become habitat for beetles and fungi. Climbers and hedges offer nesting sites for birds, while ponds — even very small ones — are among the most valuable habitats you can introduce.

Composting garden waste rather than removing it also supports soil health and encourages the complex communities of fungi and microorganisms that underpin healthy ecosystems.

Slow down and notice what’s there

One of the most rewarding aspects of wildlife gardening is simply observing what appears once habitats improve. Watching and listening to wildlife helps gardeners understand how their space is functioning as an ecosystem. You might notice the different sounds of bees visiting flowers, the territorial song of a robin from a hedge, or the tiny footprints of animals around a pond. These small observations help build a deeper connection with nature and provide valuable clues about which plants and habitats are working well.

Recording wildlife sightings can also contribute to wider conservation efforts. National schemes such as the Big Garden Birdwatch or Big Butterfly Count rely on gardeners across the country sharing what they see.

Gardens as part of a bigger network

Perhaps the most powerful idea behind wildlife gardening is that every

garden matters. Research shows that a single garden can support more than 2,600 species of plants and animals, from pollinating insects to birds and mammals.

When many gardens in a neighbourhood adopt wildlife-friendly practices, they form a connected network of habitats that allow species to move through towns and cities. This principle sits at the heart of the Chelsea exhibit. The garden takes inspiration from a row of neighbouring homes, illustrating how individual gardens — though separate — become interconnected habitats through nature.

Every action has a positive effect

Improving biodiversity in your garden does not have to happen all at once. Small, incremental changes — planting a few pollinator-friendly flowers, leaving seedheads for winter birds, or creating a small habitat feature — can have a surprisingly large impact.

Gardening has always been about cultivating beauty and enjoyment, but today it also offers something more: the opportunity to actively support nature.

And perhaps the most hopeful message is this — when gardeners work with nature rather than against it, every positive action helps bring nature home.

www.davegreen.co.uk

Hoverfly on verbena (C) RHS Paul Debois

BugHotel DaveLee

Left: Log piles (C) RHS Josh Kemp-Smith

Brimstone on Buddleja, Harlow Carr (C) RHS Miranda Jakes

Coastal Properties

Brighton & Hove | Canterbury | Ferndown | Leigh-on-Sea | Poole

The Cloisters, Stapehill

This fabulous three bedroom, two bathroom house is positioned in a landmark development within the sought after Stapehill Abbey. Conveneintely posited between Stapehill and Wimborne this stunning home is ideal for those looking for an easy to maintain lock up and leave or those downsizing, wishing to be close to the countryside, village amenities and excellent transport links for the commuter by car.

£585,000 FREEHOLD

3 1 2 C

KEY FEATURES

• Five Year NHBC Warranty Remaining

• Log Burner

• Secluded Garden With Rear Access

• Kitchen/Diner

• Downstairs Cloakroom

• Off Road Parking & Garage

• Maintenance Fee Of £3700 Per Annum

• £1200 Insurance Contribution Per Annum

• Council Tax: Band D

WINKWORTH FERNDOWN 01202 434365 ferndown@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/ferndown

Smugglers Cottage, Ferndown

Smugglers Cottage is a stunning character detached home positioned on a secluded and unique plot steeped in history. This wonderful home dates back to 1540 and offers an exciting opportunity for a variety of uses, we feel it would make a fabulous home with versatile accommodation or a fantastic holiday let. Extending to nearly 3,000 SQ FT there is plenty of accommodation including six bedrooms, four reception rooms and five bathrooms.

£850,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• 16th Century Detached House

• Unlisted

• Lots Of Reception Space

• Versatile Accommodation

• Secluded Wrap Around Plot

• Character Features

• Off Road Parking

WINKWORTH FERNDOWN 01202 434365 ferndown@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/ferndown 6 4 5 TBC

Dover Close, Branksome Park

A simply stunning and rare character maisonette within one of Branksome Park’s most impressive homes, set in close to one acre of private grounds on a private road. Arranged over two floors, Apartment Three offers three double bedrooms and two bathrooms. It features a luxury fitted kitchen/dining room with island and bespoke dining table, opening to a south-west facing balcony. The lounge leads to a private rooftop garden with 360-degree treetop views. The principal suite includes an en-suite and walk-in wardrobe, with garage, storage and parking.

OFFERS OVER £800,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

3 2 2 D

KEY FEATURES

• Stunning character converted apartment

• Many original features remaining from 1876

• Rare property in a prestigious location in a private road

• Secluded large private roof terrace with 360 degree views

• Allocated parking with single garage with storage above

• Just under an acre of secluded landscaped grounds

WINKWORTH POOLE: 01202 733000 pennhill@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/poole-penn-hill

Lilliput Road, Poole

Crosstrees is a prestigious and well established development of luxury apartments by a leading London developer, ideally positioned adjacent to Parkstone Golf Course and within close proximity of the local amenities and beaches of Canford Cliffs.

GUIDE PRICE £700,000 FREEHOLD 3 1 3 B

KEY FEATURES

• Prestigious Crosstrees development by a leading London developer

• Adjacent to Parkstone Golf Course

• Close to Canford Cliffs beaches and amenities

• Approx. 1,315 sq ft first-floor apartment

• Large balcony with stunning outlook

• Secure parking for two cars plus private storage unit

WINKWORTH POOLE

01202 733000 pennhill@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/poole-penn-hill

PRIME TRENDS –COUNTRY LIVING

Padel, private members’ clubs and wellness attract a new country set

Padel, private members clubs, wellness and wildlife are on the wish lists of a new generation of city dwellers heading for the countryside.

The Cotswolds may be hot but for the cognoscenti, the patch of Somerset in and around Bruton, the countryside around Compton Abbas in North Dorset and East Sussex close to Glyndebourne are where the new country set are putting down roots.

Speaking on a countryside special episode of the Winkworth Property Exchange podcast, Will Hosie, Lifestyle Editor of Country Life magazine, said: “Anyone can leave London and be happy. After covid saw many move to the country for the first time, we’ve seen more urban exports cropping up in rural areas in the intervening years. More private members’ clubs, for starters, many of them focused on wellness. Businesses are keen to capitalise on people wanting to be in nature, close to wildlife and open water. Retreats

seem to abound. Yeotown in North Devon is my personal favourite.”

“You certainly don’t get the immediacy of services in the country that you get in London, but the big coffee debate has definitely moved on. And no trouble getting a milk-free alternative.”

The unmistakeable thwack of padel has also penetrated the countryside. Will said: “Padel has that clubby element. Sam Pullin, who sold the clothing brand Beaufort & Blake a few years ago, is building with his wife Mary what the two are calling ‘Britain’s most beautiful padel court’, Racquet Garden, just outside Bruton.”

Over in Petersfield, Hampshire, padel has also become a big hit. The difference is courts are £15 an hour compared to £100 an hour in London, according to Harry Wilde, of Winkworth’s Petersfield office.

The popular market town is a magnet for London leavers, attracted by a friendly, welcoming community, great transport links to London in just

under an hour, excellent schools and surrounded by the exceptional setting of the South Downs National Park.

Harry told the podcast: “People like working in the city and escaping to the country to come home and enjoy rural life. We are close to Winchester and Guildford and some people commute there for work and return to the Petersfield area to live. Prices start from around £500,000. You can get a large, detached house in Petersfield for up to around £1.5m. In a more semi-rural location with more space, prices tend to be £1.5m upwards. We see lots of people from London and other cities who visit Petersfield and love the markets and the friendliness of the place and decide to make the move.”

On the Country Life rural radar, Will Hosie told the podcast that while the Cotswolds is still most talked about, particularly since J D Vance and his motorcade rolled through Charlbury last summer, there are other places attracting London leavers. He said: “My favourite place is the patch of Somerset in and around Bruton, where there happened to be the highest level of house sales transactions post-covid. It has an amazing arts scene, with

nearby Glastonbury and Hauser & Wirth being a big draw, a Michelinstarred restaurant called Osip, and surrounded by beautiful landscapes. North Dorset, where Guy Ritchie has bought an airfield at Compton Abbas, is another favourite place as well as the Sussex countryside close to Petworth and near Glyndebourne.”

"After covid saw many move to the country for the first time, we’ve seen more urban exports cropping up in rural areas in the intervening years. More private members’ clubs, for starters, many of them focused on wellness."

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Tigh Na Mara, Joss Gap Road

Beautiful Arts and Crafts style house with stunning oak panelling and a wrap around garden, enjoying a prime location above Joss Bay beach and opposite North Foreland Golf Course.

OIEO £1,850,000 FREEHOLD 7 4 4 D

KEY FEATURES

• Council Tax Band: G

• Sea Views

• Large Gardens

• Double Garage

• Conservatory

WINKWORTH CANTERBURY 01227 456645 canterbury@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/canterbury

Charming ground floor apartment with 2 bedrooms. This accessible and bright property boasts a spacious layout and is well-maintained. Features a patio, off-street parking, period conversion, and stunning sea views. Ideal for those seeking comfort and style in a prime location.

£425,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Amazing Sea Views.

• Ground Floor Apartment.

• Two Bedrooms Both with En-Suites.

• Fitted Modern Kitchen.

• Off Street Parking.

• Rear Garden.

WINKWORTH LEIGH-ON-SEA: 01702 470625 leighonsea@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth/leigh-on-sea

Westcliff Parade,Westcliff on Sea

Tivoli Road, Brighton

Arranged over two floors, the property features an open-plan living and dining space with excellent natural light, four bedrooms, a principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, and a ground floor cloakroom. Externally, a landscaped rear garden provides a private outdoor space, while a block-paved driveway to the front offers off-street parking and an electric car charging point. Well placed for Preston Park Station, local schools, green spaces and the amenities of Hove. No onward chain, viewing essential.

£950,000 FREEHOLD

4 1 2 C

KEY FEATURES

• Large family kitchen with BI folding doors onto garden

• West facing garden

• Off street parking

• No onward chain

WINKWORTH BRIGHTON & HOVE : 01273 772175 birghton@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/brighton-hove

Constitution Hill, Benfleet Essex

A beautifully designed detached five-bedroom home finished to an exceptional standard. The exterior features white crisp render, red brick detailing, black uPVC windows and a block-paved driveway for multiple vehicles. The rear offers a stunning curved patio and landscaped gardens

£1,200,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• New Build

• Five Bedrooms

• Open planned Kitchen/living room

• Snug/office

• Three Bathrooms 5 2 3 B

WINKWORTH LEIGH-ON-SEA: 01702 470625 leighonsea@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth/leigh-on-sea

London Properties

St Lukes Mews, Notting Hill

"The Submariner's House" is an exceptional Notting Hill Mews property, fully reimagined by Jonathan Tuckey Design. Light-filled and eco-conscious, the home features a dramatic double-height void, Douglas Fir flooring and polished plaster throughout. The principal suite includes a limestone en-suite with electric-glazed window, the lower ground floor a gym, media room and guest suite. A roof terrace completes the picture.

£2,750,000 FREEHOLD

2 2 2 D

KEY FEATURES

• Light Filled Interiors

• Multifunctional Spaces

• 1,676 Sq.Ft

• Freehold

• Roof Terrace

• Sought-after Mews Lane

WINKWORTH NOTTING HILL 02077273227 nottinghill@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/notting-hill

Woodborough Road, Putney

£4,500,000 FREEHOLD

7 3 5 D

KEY FEATURES

• Council tax: G

• Swimming Pool

• Landscaped garden

• Gym

• Conservatory

• Garage

• Utility Room

• Period features throughout

• A superb home designed for comfortable and sociable modern family living

WINKWORTH PUTNEY: 020 8788 9295 putney@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/putney

Goswell Road, EC1V

A stunning three-bedroom triplex penthouse on Goswell Road, spread across three floors and filled with natural light. The standout feature is a private south-west facing roof terrace, ideal for entertaining, alongside a versatile garden room perfect as a home office or studio. The principal bedroom benefits from an en-suite shower room, while the third bedroom is currently configured as a walk-in wardrobe. Finished to a high standard throughout and ready to move straight in.

£1,500,000 FREEHOLD

2 1 3 C

KEY FEATURES

• Service Charge: Approx. £3,000 p/a,

• Ground Rent: Approx. £250 p/a,

• Council Tax: Band G

WINKWORTH CLERKENWELL & CITY : 020 7405 1288 clerkenwell@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/clerkenwell

Warrington Cresent, Maida Vale

A wonderful and rare opportunity to purchase this impressive three-bedroom, threebathroom garden apartment set within a handsome stucco-fronted Victorian terrace in Little Venice. Extending to approximately 1,327 sq. ft., the property offers a bright reception room overlooking the renowned Formosa Communal Gardens, a fully fitted kitchen, a principal bedroom suite, two further bedrooms, and excellent storage throughout. Benefiting from a private patio with direct garden access, the apartment is ideally positioned close to Warwick Avenue Underground, Clifton Road, and local cafés.

£2,000,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Lease Length: 954 yrs left

• Service charge: £6728.00 per annum

• Council Tax Band: G

• Private Patio

• Private Entrance

• Communal Gardens

• Service charge £6728

• Sinking fund £4932

WINKWORTH MAIDA VALE : 020 7289 1692 maidavale@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/maida-vale

Abbey Lodge, St John's Wood

We are delighted to offer this outstanding four-bedroom apartment set on the first floor of the highly regarded Abbey Lodge, one of St John’s Wood’s most sought-after residential buildings. Extending to approximately 2,400 sq. ft., the beautifully renovated home features a spacious reception room, a stunning contemporary kitchen, four double bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a guest WC, air conditioning, and Lutron lighting throughout. Ideally positioned alongside Regent’s Park, the property is within easy reach of both St John’s Wood and Baker Street Underground stations.

£5,750,000 LEASEHOLD

4 1 4 B

KEY FEATURES

• Lease Length: 117 yrs left

• Ground rent: £375.00 per annum

• Service charge: £24501.02 per annum

• Air Conditioning,

• Lutron Lighting,

• Porterage,

• Passenger Lift

WINKWORTH ST JOHN'S WOOD : 020 7586 7001 stjohnswood@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/st-johns-wood

Westmead, London

Set on an expansive plot, this substantial five-bedroom detached house features a private indoor heated swimming pool. The ground floor offers generous reception rooms, a well-planned kitchen, utility room and TV room, with potential to extend subject to consent. The principal bedroom includes an en-suite with direct pool access, complemented by four further bedrooms and bathrooms. To the rear is a magnificent south-facing garden measuring approximately 168 ft by 85 ft, beautifully landscaped by Rosemary Verey and Jane Fearnley-Whittingstall.

£3,250,000 FREEHOLD

5 3 3 D

KEY FEATURES

• Indoor Swimming Pool

• Drawing Room

• Dining Room

• TV Room

• Utility Room

• Eat-In Kitchen

• 168Ft

• Landscaped Rear Garden

• Ice House

• Loft with Scope to Extend (STPP)

• Off-Street Parking

• Cloakroom

WINKWORTH PUTNEY: 020 8788 9295 putney@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/putney

Old Essex House, Barnes, SW13

Old Essex House is a five bedroomed rare Grade II listed home in the heart of Barnes Village, believed to date from the late 16th century and reputedly once owned by the Earl of Essex. A rare and historic five-bedroom village house dating back to the late sixteenth century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth l, offering exceptional character and scale in the heart of Barnes. Beautifully restored and thoughtfully extended, it offers elegant, character filled accommodation, that blends historic charm with refined modern family living.

£6,950,000 FREEHOLD 5 4 5

KEY FEATURES

• Grand Entrance Hall

• Drawing, Dining and Family Rooms

• Kitchen / Breakfast Room

• Media and Games Room

• Cinema Room & Bar

• Principal Suite

• Four Further Bedrooms

• Four Bathrooms (Three En Suite)

• Large West-Facing Garden

• Off-Street Parking

WINKWORTH BARNES : 020 8255 0088 barnes@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/barnes

Old Park Road, N13

An elegant double-fronted Edwardian residence of 3,110 sq ft, set within the desirable Lakes conservation area, moments from Palmers Green station and the cafés and restaurants of Aldermans Hill and Green Lanes. The grand entrance hallway sets the tone immediately, with tessellated tiled flooring and Lincrusta-style embossed walls. Two impressive reception rooms sit at either end of the house, both with high ceilings, ornate fireplaces and parquet flooring. The rear reception features skylights and bifold doors opening onto a wide patio.

£1,450,000 FREEHOLD 5 2 4 D

KEY FEATURES

• Near Palmers Green station, direct to Moorgate

• Close to Broomfield Park, Aldermans Hill cafés

• Two reception rooms, ornate fireplaces

• 29ft Tom Howley kitchen

• Six bedrooms, two en-suites

• Converted loft

• 124ft rear garden,

• Wide driveway

WINKWORTH PALMERS GREEN : 020 8920 9900 palmersgreen@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/palmers-green

Mansfield Street, W1G

A well-presented two-bedroom apartment within a prestigious period mansion block. The building benefits from 24- hour concierge service, providing a secure and convenient living environment. The apartment features spacious double reception rooms with high ceilings, large windows and blends contemporary and period detailing. The accommodation is well arranged, with a fitted Italian kitchen offering modern appliances. There are two generously sized bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefitting from an en-suite marble bathroom and his and her walk in dressing areas.

£4,195,000 LEASEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• 1730 Square Feet

• Porter/Concierge

• Period

• Service Charge: £16,100 Per Anum

WINKWORTH KNIGHTSBRIGE & CHELSEA : 020 7589 6616 knightsbridge@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/knightsbridge-chelsea 2

• Second Floor with Lift

• Prime Location

• 123 yr lease

Stanlake Road, W12

A truly stunning, fully refurbished five-bedroom family home situated on one of Shepherd's Bush's most sought-after roads and offered with no onward chain. The ground floor features a beautiful open-plan kitchen/dining room with a bay window and log burner, a reception room opening onto a private 34ft garden, and a useful basement utility room. The upper floors provide five bedrooms in total, including a principal suite with an exposed-brick en-suite, while two further bedrooms also benefit from their own en-suite facilities.

£1,950,000 FREEHOLD

5 2 4 D

KEY FEATURES

• Council Tax Band G

• Fully Refurbished

• Large Garden

• Bay Windows

• Utility Room

• 3 En suite Shower Rooms

WINKWORTH SHEPHERDS BUSH 020 8735 3266 shepherdsbush@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/shepherds-bush

Clifton Hill, St John's Wood

Situated on one of St John’s Wood’s most desirable tree-lined streets, this wellpresented four-bedroom end-of-terrace period house offers approximately 2,153 sq. ft. of well-planned family accommodation. The property benefits from a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area, creating an ideal space for modern living and entertaining, with direct access to a generous 75-foot south-facing rear garden. Clifton Hill is conveniently located close to St John’s Wood High Street, the Jubilee Line station, and the American School of London.

£3,895,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Principal Bedroom with EnSuite Bathroom

• Three Further Bedrooms

• Family Bathroom

• Open Plan Kitchen/Reception Room

• Double Reception Room

• Private Garden 4 3 2 D

WINKWORTH ST JOHN'S WOOD: 020 7586 7001 stjohnswood@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/st-johns-wood

Road, HA1

Exceptional newly built detached homes over three floors, offering six bedrooms, two reception rooms and five bathrooms, finished to an outstanding specification. Features include a bespoke Dekton kitchen, underfloor heating, air conditioning throughout, Hansgrohe Axor gold fittings and full smart home technology. Landscaped gardens, a fully equipped outbuilding, EV charging and electric gates complete the picture. Close to Kenton Station.

£1,969,950 FREEHOLD

6 2 5 B

KEY FEATURES

• Underfloor heating throughout

• Smart home technology

• Generous private garden with bespoke features

• Electric gated driveway

• Energy efficient

• Outbuilding

WINKWORTH KINGSBURY 020 8204 0000 kingsbury@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/kingsbury

Flambard

Montrose Place, SW1X

The apartment comprises an open double reception room, kitchen/dining area overlooking the patio, and three bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. The property benefits from 24-hour security and concierge, and private underground parking for two cars. This discreet, contemporary development comprises 18 large lateral apartments within two blocks centred around a colonnade and reception area looking out over a private, landscaped courtyard. The development faces out over Halkin Gardens, the boundary wall of which incorporates Slate Wall by celebrated sculptor, Andy Goldsworthy.

£7,000,000 LEASEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• 3,655 Square Feet

• Purpose Build, Porter / Consierge

• Patio, Communal Gardens

• Secure Parking

• Modern

• Local Authority: Westminster

• 107 yr lease

WINKWORTH KNIGHTSBRIGE & CHELSEA : 020 7589 6616 knightsbridge@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/knightsbridge-chelsea

Atherstone Mews, London

Charming first- and second-floor mews home with private entrance, spacious reception room, separate kitchen and dining area, and patio terrace. Three bright bedrooms upstairs. Quietly positioned moments from Gloucester Road and South Kensington, with access to Queen’s Gate Gardens by arrangement.

£1,300,000 LEASEHOLD 952 Years

3 1 1 C

KEY FEATURES

• Council Tax: G

• Ground Rent: £70pa

• Service Charge: Ad Hoc

• Period Mews in Prime South Kensington Location

• Private Roof Terrace

• Over 1090sq ft

WINKWORTH SOUTH KENSINGTON 020 7373 5052 southkensington@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/south-kensington

Crouch Hill, N8

An impressive two-bedroom ground floor conversion over 1,200 sq ft of beautifully arranged living space. A particularly rare highlight is the layout, with the kitchen, dining and reception spaces all opening directly onto the private, secluded garden. This unique design creates a seamless indoor-outdoor feel, offering a tranquil oasis in the heart of London.

£985,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

2 1 1 D

KEY FEATURES

• Share of Freehold

• Impressive ground-floor conversion

• Private mature garden

• 2 double bedrooms

• Newly refurbished bathroom

• Moments from Crouch End Broadway

• 0.4miles to Crouch Hill train station

WINKWORTH CROUCH END 020 8342 9999 crouchend@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/crouch-end

Melbourne Grove, Dulwich

This outstanding four-bedroom property on prestigious Melbourne Grove presents a fantastic opportunity to secure a spacious newly refurbished family home in one of East Dulwich’s most desirable locations. Offering generous living spaces, a superb layout and a beautifully maintained garden, this home is perfectly designed for modern living.secure a spacious, newly refurbished family home in one of East Dulwich’s most desirable locations.

£2,000,000

4/5 2 3 C

KEY FEATURES

• Bright open-plan kitchen/diner with direct garden access.

• Five bedrooms plus versatile garden studio for guests or home working.

• Well-designed family layout with separate utility room.

• Prime Melbourne Grove location close to shops, schools and transport.

WINKWORTH DULWICH

020 8299 2722 dulwich@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/dulwich

Stukeley Street, WC2B

A beautifully designed two-bedroom duplex penthouse on Stukeley Street, WC2, arranged over the fourth and fifth floors with a private roof terrace. The open-plan kitchen and reception room features stone worktops and bespoke cabinetry, while upstairs two double bedrooms are served by a natural stone bathroom. Herringbone flooring and high-quality finishes throughout. Moments from Covent Garden and Holborn Underground.

£1,540,000 LEASEHOLD

2 1 1 D

KEY FEATURES

• Service Charge: About £3,000 per annum,

• Ground Rent: About £250 per annum,

• Council Tax: Band F, Camden Council,

• Private roof terrace

• Leasehold - approx. 999 years remaining

WINKWORTH WEST END 020 7240 3322 westend@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/west-end

Glasshouses with celebrity cachet

David Beckham, Alan Titchmarsh, Mary Berry, Lord Heseltine and Lord Rothschild are all proud owners of bespoke Victorian glasshouses

Nelly Hall reveals how glasshouses are now much coveted features for the garden.

Long celebrated for its craftsmanship and architectural sensitivity, Victorian glasshouse makers Alitex approaches the greenhouse not as an add-on, but as an extension of the way we want to live.

As Nelly Hall, Alitex's Creative Director, puts it, “what’s good for plants is good for people”.

At the heart of every Alitex design is an understanding of how a greenhouse breathes. Full-length side vents paired with opposing roof vents create a natural chimney effect: warm air rises, roof vents open, and cooler air is drawn in below. In the context of an outdoor kitchen, this gentle, continuous airflow is transformative. It allows for wood burning stoves to sit comfortably beneath glass without the space feeling stifling. Add discreet external shading in high summer and a heat source in winter, and the result is a perfectly sheltered spot to food prep and dine if the weather interferes.

Greenhouses are fundamentally about growing, sowing seeds, potting on, coaxing citrus through the colder months, yet increasingly they are becoming hybrid spaces. Nelly describes three distinct types of client as the committed grower, the

aesthete who loves the atmosphere and the quietly expanding middle group, who want both. It is this second group that is growing fastest, those who see the greenhouse as a place to nurture plants and themselves.

The most successful greenhouse kitchens do not abandon their horticultural roots. A potting bench might sit at one end, herbs grow within arm’s reach of the prep counter, and terracotta pots soften the lines of cabinetry. A metal table can serve as both a potting surface and dining table. It’s this layered use that gives the space soul.

Architecturally, Alitex begins with the main house. Proportion, pitch and detailing are carefully considered so that the structure feels as though it has always belonged. A lean-to greenhouse running along the back of a rose garden wall or a larger bespoke standalone model allow for distinct zones prepping, dining, even a quiet corner for coffee or cocktails.

Nelly’s advice is wonderfully practical, mark out the footprint with string before committing. Live with it. Place furniture within the outline. Consider where guests will gather, how doors will open, where the sun falls at different times of day. And, she

notes, “No one ever says they wish they’d bought a smaller greenhouse.”

Power supply is another essential consideration. Proper electrics unlock year-round use, heating for winter suppers, pendant lighting suspended from the ridge for atmosphere, refrigeration for chilled drinks and, perhaps most crucially, somewhere to plug in the kettle. An outdoor kitchen should feel effortless, not improvised.

The appeal of Alitex’s structures has drawn an impressive and discreet clientele, including figures such as Mary Berry and Lydia Millen, who appreciate the function of these heritage greenhouses.

There is something deeply grounding about cooking surrounded by green growth. With underfloor heating gently warming stone floors and fairy lights woven through winter branches, the greenhouse becomes a lantern in the garden. In summer, doors thrown open blur the boundary entirely, scent, birdsong and conversation drifting freely.It is about creating a room that allows us to gather, to grow, to entertain and to retreat. A place that works beautifully for plants and therefore, beautifully for people too.

Marston Close, NW6

Located within a peaceful and highly desirable cul-de-sac in NW6, this well-presented freehold house offers versatile family accommodation currently arranged as three bedrooms, with potential for four. The property benefits from a private rear garden, perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxation, as well as the rare advantage of a separate double garage. Marston Close is ideally situated for the amenities, cafés, restaurants, and transport connections of West Hampstead, Swiss Cottage, and Hampstead, with excellent schools and green spaces nearby.

£2,250,000 FREEHOLD

4 1 2 D

KEY FEATURES

• Private Rear Garden

• Front Garden

• Integrated Garage

• Off Street Parking for Four Cars

• Underfloor Heating in Kitchen and Master Bathroom

• Original Parquet Flooring

WINKWORTH WEST HAMPSTEAD: 020 7483 7602 westhampstead@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/west-hampstead

Chipstead Street, SW6

A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial fivebedroom Lion House on the sought-after Peterborough Estate, offering over 3,100 sq ft across four floors, a private garden and excellent potential to extend, subject to planning.

£3,250,000 FREEHOLD 5 2 3 D

KEY FEATURES

• Five-bedroom Lion House extending to over 3,100 sq ft

• Generous double reception room and large open-plan kitchen/dining room

• Private rear garden with direct access from the kitchen

• Excellent opportunity to extend (STPP), including side return and loft potential

• Moments from Parsons Green, Fulham Road amenities and transport links

• Councile tax: Band H

WINKWORTH FULHAM 020 7731 3388 fulham@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/fulham

Camlet Way, Hadley Wood

A Georgian style detached Home with views over historic Hadley Common. The property benefits from four bedrooms three of which are en-suite, a family bathroom and a further shower room on the lower ground floor. There are four reception rooms and a kitchen breakfast room, guest W.C. A basement of some 1750 sq ft with a car lift which was used by a previous owner to store his collection of classic cars but could potentially be re purposed (subject to planning permission) for use as an annexe.

£1,950,000 FREEHOLD 4 4 5 D

KEY FEATURES

• Car lift

• Basement

• Playroom

• Council Tax: Band H

WINKWORTH BARNET 020 8447 5656 barnet@winkworth.co.uk winkworth.co.uk/barnet

Elthiron Road, SW6

An exceptionally well-designed six-bedroom house in immaculate condition, spanning 3,162 sq ft across four floors with a south-east facing 21ft garden. The ground floor offers a double reception room with working fireplace and a stunning kitchen with bi-folding doors onto the garden. The lower ground floor features a cinema room with Onyx bar, sauna, gym and guest suite. The principal bedroom sits on the first floor with a generous en-suite. Moments from Parsons Green and Eel Brook Common.

£3,850,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Beautifully designed and turnkey condition throughout

• 3162 sq ft across four floors

• South-east facing 21ft garden

• Underfloor heating, air conditioning and Sonos throughout

• Outstanding leisure floor with cinema room, gym, sauna and bespoke bar

• Council tax band D

WINKWORTH FULHAM : 020 7731 3388 fulham@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/fulham

Clapham Common South Side, SW4

An exceptional top floor apartment of approximately 1,260 sq ft within a handsome period conversion, set directly overlooking Clapham Common across the fourth and fifth floors. The heart of the home is a beautifully designed kitchen and reception room with engineered wooden floors, marble worktops, a slate-topped island and Smeg range cooker, enjoying wonderful views over the Common. Doors open onto an east-facing terrace with a green outlook. The principal suite occupies the top floor with an en-suite shower room and elevated views, complemented by a second double bedroom and a main bathroom with underfloor heating.

£1,200,000 SHARE OF FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Clapham Common views

• Marble kitchen worktops

• Top floor principal suite

• Share of freehold

• 1,260 sq ft

• Council Tax: Band D 2 1 2 D

WINKWORTH CLAPHAM : 020 7871 4822 clapham@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/clapham

Castelnau, Barnes, SW13

A striking detached double-fronted period residence on the prestigious Castelnau, offering six bedrooms, three reception rooms and an expansive west-facing garden. The wide, inviting hallway flows into elegant reception spaces and a generous kitchen and breakfast room that opens directly onto a beautifully landscaped garden and patio. The principal suite features an en-suite bathroom and private terrace. A utility area, cellar storage and integral garage complete this impressive family home.

GUIDE PRICE £6,250,000 FREEHOLD

KEY FEATURES

• Detached House

• Gated Entrance

• Three Reception Rooms

• Six Bedrooms

• Four Bathrooms

• Utility Room

• Large Garden

• Off Street Parking

• Garage

• Council Tax Band: H 6 3 4 E

WINKWORTH BARNES: 020 8255 0088 barnes@winkworth.co.uk | winkworth.co.uk/barnes

THE WINKWORTH COUNTRY & COASTAL OFFICE DIRECTORY

Over 45 offices in the country and coastal, over 100 across the UK.

Berkshire

Newbury 01635 552552

43 Northbrook Street, Newbury, RG14 1DT newbury@winkworth.co.uk

Reading 01184 022300

Blagrave House, 17 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1QB reading@winkworth.co.uk

Sunningdale 01344 291639

3 Broomhall Buildings, London Road, Sunningdale, SL5 0DH sunningdale@winkworth.co.uk

Wokingham 01189 072777

7 Broad Street, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG40 1AY wokingham@winkworth.co.uk

Bristol

Bishopston 01179 838383

14, The Promenade, Gloucester Road, Bishopston, Bristol, BS7 8AL bishopston@winkworth.co.uk

Buckinghamshire

Beaconsfield 01494 677978

46 London End, Beaconsfield, HP9 2JH beaconsfield@winkworth.co.uk

Cambridgeshire

Market Deeping 01778 347098

5a High Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8ED marketdeeping@winkworth.co.uk

Devon

Crediton 01363 773757

115 High Street Crediton, EX17 3LG crediton@winkworth.co.uk

Dartmouth 01803 832288

3a Market Street, Dartmouth, Devon, TQ6 9QE dartmouth@winkworth.co.uk

Exeter 01392 271177

The Lodge, 10a Southernhay West, Exeter, EX1 1JG exeter@winkworth.co.uk

St Leonards 01392 271177

65 Magdalen Road, Exeter, EX1 1TB exeter@winkworth.co.uk

Tiverton 01884 675 675

15 Fore Street, Tiverton, EX16 6LN tiverton@winkworth.co.uk

Dorset

Ferndown 01202 434365

406 Ringwood Road, Ferndown, BH22 9AU ferndown@winkworth.co.uk

Highcliffe 01425 270055

279 Lymington Road, Highcliffe, BH23 5EB highcliffe@winkworth.co.uk

Mudeford 01425 274444

4 Falcon Drive, Mudeford, Christchurch, BH23 4BA mudeford@winkworth.co.uk

Poole

01202 733000

135 Penn Hill Avenue, Lower Parkstone, Poole, BH14 9LY poole@winkworth.co.uk

Southbourne 01202 434365

29 Southbourne Grove, Bournemouth, BH6 3QT southbourne@winkworth.co.uk

Westbourne 01202 767633

77 Poole Road, Bournemouth, BH4 9BB westbourne@winkworth.co.uk

Wimborne 01202 841171

15 East Street, Wimborne, BH21 1DT wimborne@winkworth.co.uk

East Sussex

Brighton & Hove 01273 772175

32 Church Road, Hove, BN3 2FN brightonhove@winkworth.co.uk

Essex

Leigh-on-Sea 01702 470625

218 Leigh Road, Leigh on Sea, Essex, SS9 1NP leighonsea@winkworth.co.uk

Gloucestershire

Cheltenham 01242 386 586

79 Promenade, Cheltenham, GL50 1PJ cheltenham@winkworth.co.uk

Chipping Camden 01386 770044

Grafton House, High Street, Chipping Campden, GL55 6AT campden@peterclarke.co.uk

Hampshire

Basingstoke 01256 811730

Keel House, 10B Church Street, RG21 7QE basingstoke@winkworth.co.uk

Petersfield 01730 267274

26 High Street, Petersfield, GU32 3JL petersfield@winkworth.co.uk

Romsey 01794 511911

18 Market Place, Romsey, SO51 8NA romsey@winkworth.co.uk

Winchester 01962 866777

72 High Street, Winchester, SO23 9DA winchester@winkworth.co.uk

Kent

Canterbury 01227 456645

Albert House, 14 St.John’s Lane, CT1 2QG canterbury@winkworth.co.uk

Lincolnshire

Bourne 01778 392807

6 West Street, Bourne, PE10 9NE bourne@winkworth.co.uk

Grantham 01476 578888

4 Finkin Street, Grantham, NG31 6QZ grantham@winkworth.co.uk

Sleaford

01529 303377

3 Northgate, Sleaford, NG34 7BH sleaford@winkworth.co.uk

Norfolk

Eaton 01603 324466

21 Eaton Street, Norwich, NR4 7AB eaton@winkworth.co.uk

Hellesdon 01603 881010

185a Reepham Road, Hellesdon, Norwich, Norfolk, NR6 5NZ hellesdon@winkworth.co.uk

Poringland 01508 528880

Unit 2, Overtons Way, Poringland, Norwich, Norfolk, NR14 7WB poringland@winkworth.co.uk

Northamptonshire

Northampton 01604 204455

221 Wellingborough Road, Northampton, NN1 4EF northampton@winkworth.co.uk

North Somerset

Bath 01225 829000

13 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4BQ bath@winkworth.co.uk

Suffolk

Southwold 01502 723007

45 High Street, Southwold, Suffolk, IP18 6DJ southwold@winkworth.co.uk

Surrey

Banstead 01737 362362

100 High Street, Banstead, Surrey, SM7 2NN banstead@winkworth.co.uk

Farnham 01252 733042

99 West Street, Farnham, GU9 7EN farnham@winkworth.co.uk

Weybridge 01932 854400

79 Queens Road, Weybridge, KT13 9UQ weybridge@winkworth.co.uk

Warwickshire

Royal Leamington Spa 01926 956560

19 Denby Buildings, Regent Grove, Royal Spa, Warwickshire, CV32 4NY leamingtonspa@winkworth.co.uk

Shipston-on-Stour 01608 260026

13-15 High Street, Shipston-on-Stour, CV36 4AB shipston@peterclarke.co.uk

Stratford upon Avon 01789 415444

53 Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6PT stratford@peterclarke.co.uk

Wellesbourne 01789 841114

16, Warwick House, Wellesbourne, Warwick Road, CV35 9ND wellesbourne@peterclarke.co.uk

Wiltshire

Marlborough 01672 552777

97 High Street, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1HD marlborough@winkworth.co.uk

Salisbury 01722 443000

44 Castle Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3TS salisbury@winkworth.co.uk

THE WINKWORTH LONDON OFFICE DIRECTORY

Over 55 offices in London, over 100 across the UK.

Prime Central London

Kensington 020 7727 1500

118 Kensington Church Street, W8 4BH kensington@winkworth.co.uk

Knightsbridge & Chelsea 020 7589 6616

289 Brompton Road, SW3 2DY knightsbridge@winkworth.co.uk

Notting Hill 020 7727 3227

178 Westbourne Grove, W11 2RH nottinghill@winkworth.co.uk

Pimlico & Westminster 020 7828 1786

31 Belgrave Road, SW1V 1RB pimlico@winkworth.co.uk

South Kensington & Earls Court 020 7373 5052

123a Gloucester Road, SW7 4TE southkensington@winkworth.co.uk

Central London

Clerkenwell & City 020 7405 1288

66 Exmouth Market, EC1R 4QP clerkenwell@winkworth.co.uk

Maida Vale 020 7289 1692

211-213 Sutherland Avenue, W9 1RU maidavale@winkworth.co.uk

St John’s Wood 020 7586 7001

103-104 St John’s Wood Terrace, London, NW8 6PL stjohnswood@winkworth.co.uk

West End

020 7240 3322

55 New Oxford Street, WC1A 1BS westend@winkworth.co.uk

London West

Chiswick

020 8994 7096

269 Chiswick High Road, W4 4PU chiswick@winkworth.co.uk

Ealing & Acton

020 8896 0123

5-6 Station Buildings, Uxbridge Road, W5 3NU ealing@winkworth.co.uk

Fulham & Parsons Green 020 7731 3388

40 New King’s Road, SW6 4ST fulham@winkworth.co.uk

Fulham Palace Road 020 7731 3388

190 Fulham Palace Road, W6 9PA fulham@winkworth.co.uk

Hammersmith 020 7371 4466

129 Shepherd’s Bush Road, W6 7LP hammersmith@winkworth.co.uk

Kensal & Queen’s Park 020 8960 4947

Bridge House, Chamberlayne Road, NW10 3NR kensalrise@winkworth.co.uk

North Kensington 020 7792 5000

141 Ladbroke Grove, W10 6HJ northkensington@winkworth.co.uk

Shepherd’s Bush 020 8735 3266

97 Uxbridge Road, W12 8NL shepherdsbush@winkworth.co.uk

London South

Barnes 020 8255 0088

2 Barnes High Street, SW13 9LB barnes@winkworth.co.uk

Beckenham 020 8650 1000

141 High Street, BR3 1BX beckenham@winkworth.co.uk

Blackheath 020 8852 0999

5 Blackheath Village, SE3 9LA blackheath@winkworth.co.uk

Cheam 020 8770 7766

45-47 Station Way, SM3 8SD cheam@winkworth.co.uk

Clapham 0207 871 2777

10A The Polygon, Clapham, SW4 0JG clapham@winkworth.co.uk

Crystal Palace 020 3869 3222

45-47 Westow Hill, SE19 1TS crystalpalace@winkworth.co.uk

Dulwich 020 8299 2722

97 Lordship Lane, SE22 8HU dulwich@winkworth.co.uk

Forest Hill 020 3941 9797

9 London Road, SE23 3TW foresthill@winkworth.co.uk

Greenwich 020 3053 3033

279-283 Greenwich High Road, SE10 8NB greenwich@winkworth.co.uk

Herne Hill 020 7501 8950

236 Railton Road, SE24 0JT hernehill@winkworth.co.uk

Kennington 020 7587 0600

299 Kennington Road, SE11 4QE kennington@winkworth.co.uk

New Cross 020 7277 7298

157 New Cross Road, SE14 5DG newcross@winkworth.co.uk

Putney 020 8788 9295

196 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 2SH putney@winkworth.co.uk

Southfields 020 8877 1000

241 Wimbledon Park Road, SW18 5RJ southfields@winkworth.co.uk

Streatham 020 8769 6699

46-50 Streatham Hill, SW2 4RD streatham@winkworth.co.uk

Surbiton 020 3861 0010

26 Brighton Road, Surbiton, KT6 5PQ surbiton@winkworth.co.uk

Surrey Quays

020 7237 9119

1st flr unit, Surrey Quays Shopping Centre, SE16 7LL surreyquays@winkworth.co.uk

Tooting

020 8767 5221

17 Upper Tooting Road, SW17 7TS tooting@winkworth.co.uk

West Norwood

020 8670 0035

28 Knights Hill, SE27 0HY westnorwood@winkworth.co.uk

West Putney

020 8788 9295

62 Lower Richmond Road, Putney, SW15 1JT putney@winkworth.co.uk

Worcester Park 020 8335 5555

33 Brabham Court, Central Road, Surrey, KT4 8EG worcesterpark@winkworth.co.uk

London North

Barnet

020 8447 5656

35 High Street, EN5 5UW barnet@winkworth.co.uk

Belsize Park

020 7483 7604

161 Haverstock Hill, NW3 4QT belsizepark@winkworth.co.uk

Borehamwood & Elstree 020 8953 8899

56 Shenley Road, WD6 1DS borehamwood@winkworth.co.uk

Crouch End

020 8342 9999

12 Broadway Parade, Tottenham Lane, N8 9DE crouchend@winkworth.co.uk

Finchley 020 8349 3388

364 Regent’s Park Road, N3 2LJ finchley@winkworth.co.uk

Golders Green 020 8458 8313

891 Finchley Road, NW11 8RR goldersgreen@winkworth.co.uk

Harringay 020 8800 5151

10-11 Grand Parade, Green Lanes, N4 1JX harringay@winkworth.co.uk

Harrow 020 8861 3933

7 Central Parade, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 2TW harrow@winkworth.co.uk

Hendon 020 8202 1031

49 Brent Street, NW4 2EA hendon@winkworth.co.uk

Highbury

020 7989 7000

106 Highbury Park, N5 2XE highbury@winkworth.co.uk

Highgate 020 8341 1988

36 Highgate High Street, N6 5JG highgate@winkworth.co.uk

Islington 020 7354 2480

65 Upper Street, N1 0NY islington@winkworth.co.uk

Kentish Town 020 7485 9210

306 Kentish Town Road, NW5 2TH kentishtown@winkworth.co.uk

Kingsbury 020 8204 0000

505-507 Kingsbury Road, NW9 9EG kingsbury@winkworth.co.uk

Palmers Green 020 8920 9900

393 Green Lanes, N13 4JG palmersgreen@winkworth.co.uk

Stoke Newington 020 3869 9000

144 Stoke Newington Church Street, N16 0JU stokenewington@winkworth.co.uk

Tottenham 020 8880 2222

70 West Green Road, Tottenham, N15 5NS tottenham@winkworth.co.uk

West Hampstead 020 7483 7602

142 West End Lane, West Hampstead, NW6 1SD westhampstead@winkworth.co.uk

London East

Bow 020 8981 6776

429 Roman Road, E3 5LX bow@winkworth.co.uk

Hackney 020 8986 4216

17 Lower Clapton Road, E5 0NS hackney@winkworth.co.uk

Shoreditch 020 7749 7650

184 Brick Lane, E1 6SA shoreditch@winkworth.co.uk

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