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Clarus Construction info@clarusconstruction.co.uk 01865 Tell us 608518 a little about the www.clarusconstruction.co.uk background of Gosling Ltd? I set up Gosling in 2005, having been in the furniture design and interiors industry for many Gosling years. My Luxury goal was toDesign. establish a reputation for +44 7498 8335 craftsmanship design(0)20 excellence, awe-inspiring and a design service perfectly tailored to the client’s info@tgosling.com Interview with Broomwood School individual needs. Designing and building a home www.tgosling.com for someone is incredibly personal. It requires vision, enthusiasm and an egoless desire to listen closely to the client’s needs in order to make a home truly Broomwood School bespoke and personal. Tell us about your school? Broomwood is a leading group of pre-prep and prep schools based between the green spaces of Clapham and Wandsworth commons. It provides an extraordinary education for girls and boys from 3-13 years. Our pupils enjoy a proper childhood, full of fun and adventure and benefit from some of the best school facilities in London. We are blessed with wonderful outdoor spaces and children have the use of extensive amenities from dedicated science laboratories, music, art and cookery schools to DT and IT suites. Our pupils go on to win places at top day and boarding schools, either at 11 or 13+. Last year they were awarded 22 scholarships to competitive senior schools.

located in The Vicarage, our early years setting and has a wonderful free-flow environment where children can move from the bright and spacious classrooms to explore the garden complete with mud-kitchen and adventure playground. Little Broomwood children move seamlessly into Reception, where we have a further intake of pupils from other local nurseries.

During the summer we also had extensive refurbishment programmes at the prep schools: Broomwood Prep – Boys (formerly known as Northcote Lodge) had an astroturf and re-vamped playground installed and Broomwood Prep – Girls (Formerly Broomwood Hall Upper School) has recently What makes Broomwood different? added a drama suite and new amphitheatre We have a unique approach to education: All to its offering. our children are educated together in our PrePrep until Year 3 (aged 7). They then move on What next? to our single-sex prep schools, Broomwood Our school sites are within walking distance of Prep - Girls and Broomwood Prep – Boys. It each other and are well served by our school is no secret that boys and girls have different buses and public transport. emotional and educational needs, especially at the prep school level, and we provide an We know that choosing a school can be a environment where children can develop at bewildering process and we encourage all their own pace, taking advantage of specialist potential families to come and see us in the teaching and pastoral care. Unlike regular first instance. You can either join one of our single-sex schools, however, we come together group tours, or arrange a personal visit. Either for extension and social activities in a co- way, you have the opportunity to meet our educational setting. All our children belong to children and members of staff and you will be the same house system and regularly take part assured of a warm welcome. in competitions, sporting, drama, music and creative activities, as well as mixed residential Call Alex Solomon or Victoria Davies Jones trips. About two thirds of Broomwood pupils on +44 (0)20 8682 8830 .admissions@ move on with confidence to co-ed senior broomwood.com schools. Broomwood Pre-Prep (aged 3-7) The What is new at Broomwood? Vicarage, 192 Ramsden Road, London, Our schools have recently united under one SW12 8RQ name, Broomwood. We share the same uniform, values and educational approach. Broomwood Prep – Girls (aged 3-13) 68-74 Our dynamic heads work together across the Nightingale Lane, London, SW12 8NR school sites to ensure that every child fulfils and exceeds his or her potential. We have a brand- Broomwood Prep – Boys (aged 3-13)26 new Pre-school, Little Broomwood (aged 3-4 Bolingbroke Grove, London, SW11 6EL years) which opened this September. It is

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Welcome to Clapham

Why move to Clapham?

Pubs & Live Music

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Local Schools

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Welcome A very warm welcome to... Clapham and the surrounding areas from all of us at Hamptons. You will be moving into one of the most highly regarded areas in London. Desirable homes, tree lined avenues, diverse shops and restaurants and an eclectic, vibrant population. Hamptons has been matching people with property that’s right for them, locally, nationally and internationally, since 1869. We were pioneers, setting standards that few of our rivals could match and this hasn’t changed since. Today, 150 years after we first set up home in Pall Mall, with 15 decades of finding property and looking after people under our belt, our clients now consider us to be their, ‘home experts’. Yours sincerely, William Pasquali - Associate Director Andrew Walker - Head of Lettings

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Clapham Hamptons offers you a warm welcome to Clapham Congratulations, if you are house hunting in Clapham, you have already won. A home in this great area with all it offers, automatically makes you the envy of many. Now in order to make your transition as smooth and hassle free as possible Hamptons have put together this great guide which will help you choose the best schools, learn a little about planning 6

and building control, read tips on where to shop, eat and lot’s more, all packed into one little guide with clickable links. Perhaps most importantly we have researched some of the leading local professionals and experts who can help you add value and personalise your soon to be new home.

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A little bit of history

“A big WELCOME and enjoy”

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The present-day Clapham High Street is in fact an ancient Roman road – a stone marking its existence can be found at the entrance to the former Clapham Library. The area was mentioned in the Domesday Book and was formerly part of the Brixton Hundred and within Surrey. Many large 17th- and 18th-century country homes were built around the Common and attracted the wealthy gentry, including Samuel Pepys. Today, the area is split into two halves: the Old Town around Abbeville Road which is popular with families, and the ‘Young Clapham’ around the High Street, where there is new development. Clapham has many different styles of houses, from detached and semi-detached family homes to characterful terraced properties as well as apartments. There is a strong family market for houses and also an equally buoyant flat market for the younger professionals wanting to be within easy commutable distance of central London. Properties range from Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Arts and Crafts era as well as new-build, modern homes.

Why move to Clapham? The Abbeville and Clapham Old Town areas offer charm and a village community feel whilst the High Street represents a more typical London suburb with an array of amenities, retailers, bars and restaurants. The transport links are a true feature of the area with three tube stations (Clapham North, Clapham Common and Clapham South) 8

and three overground stations (Clapham High Street, Wandsworth Road and Clapham Junction), ensuring that local inhabitants can easily access all corners of the Capital. Clapham is located in South West London in the borough of Lambeth. It’s famous for the large open space called

Clapham Common, over 220 acres in size and featuring three ponds and a restored bandstand. Clapham Common is a great place to take a walk on a chilly autumn day; it’s also the perfect place to have a picnic during the summer months. Other local green spaces include Wandsworth and Battersea Park.

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Ideal lifestyle

If you’re looking to relocate or have just moved to the area, it offers an abundance of things to do and places to see. Perfectly located between Battersea and Brixton, Clapham has become an extremely popular place to live thanks to its lively vibe. The Old Town has a variety of beautiful Victorian and Georgian terrace houses which are popular among families, while Clapham Junction is the area closest to all the restaurants and bars, more popular with the students and young professionals. Deciding on which part of Clapham you want to live in can be tough, as each area has so much to offer. Here’s a quick look at what living in the area could look like for you. On the whole, Clapham is an incredibly lively and vibrant area filled with cafes, restaurants and bars, so it’s unlikely you’ll ever get bored! There are an abundance of boutiques and vintage shops which are perfect for wandering around on a weekend, and while you’re there you could even explore the amazing Venn Street Food market that’s held every Saturday. If you are a young professional and still looking for a nightlife scene, you’re in luck. With popular and thriving pubs and bars, it’s a desirable area for you to relocate to. Whether you love a good romantic comedy or prefer an action movie, there’s even Clapham Picturehouse. www.londontopia.net

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Interview with Jigzaw Interiors Give us a brief overview of your company. Jigzaw Interiors has been in the renovation business for more than 20 years in the Clapham area and has built a reputation as a One Stop Renovation shop for Kitchens, Bathrooms, Bedrooms and Flooring. What advice would you give someone who is embarking on a renovation? Always speak to a professional and have a site survey and proper planning before purchasing goods. This will save you time and money in the long run. Renovations are complicated and need a qualified professional to manage all aspects of the job, not least purchasing the correct items for your particular needs. What is the most satisfying part of your job? Listening to the customer and producing designs of creativity and excellence to

satisfy customer’s needs. Further, watching the project come to fruition and lastly, having so many satisfied customers who appreciate the level of craftsmanship and attention to detail. Why should someone choose Jigzaw Interiors to do their renovation project? Our qualified designers give you the best advice for your individual requirements. We have a state-of-the-art showroom on Clapham Road with a huge selection of finishes to suit every taste and budget without compromising quality. Our professional site survey helps solve problems before we do our 3-D design presentation. We offer a Premium Fitted service with a dedicated Project Manager which completely takes the stress out of renovating.

290 Clapham Road, Stockwell, SW9 9AE Tel: 020 781 99951 info@jigzaw-interiors.co.uk www.jigzaw-interiors.co.uk

Famous Residents Clapham and the surrounding area has been a home to rockstars, celebrities, athletes, academics, artists and common or garden members of the upper-crust for generations. Here are a few notable names...

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Pete Phipps Henry Allingham John Amaechi Kingsley Amis Huw Edwards Barry Fantoni Sarah Ferguson Vivienne Westwood Ainsley Harriott Lena Headey Mark Steel Lytton Strachey Mark Thomas Holly Willoughby Patrick Wolf Christopher Wood Charlotte Ritchie Margot Robbie 12

Singer, Songwriter Supercentenarian Writer, Basketball Player Novelist Newsreader Musician and Author Film Producer and Aviator Couturier Chef Actress Comedian Writer Comedian Television Presenter Singer-Songwriter Novelist and screenwriter Actress and Singer Actress www.hamptons.co.uk

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Interview with ‘Cochrane Design’ time. We assist clients in finding the right contractor and oversee the implementation of the project ensuring the final result exceeds their expectations. What is the most rewarding aspect of your job? As designers we often work closely with clients, allowing us to build relationships and collaborate on projects meeting the client’s needs and striving to exceed their expectations. Seeing the final result of a project come to life can be incredibly satisfying, knowing that you have played a significant role in transforming a space into something special. Interior design is a constantly evolving field, which means as designers we are always Tell us about the background of Cochrane expanding our knowledge and learning new Design? techniques or materials which can be very Founded in 2004 by Sean Cochrane, our intellectually stimulating and exciting. design studio has established a reputation for creating timeless, bespoke interiors for private What characteristics set you apart from clients and developers throughout the UK and abroad. With over 20 years of experience in other design and build services? the industry, Sean leads our talented team of We employ a collaborative and transparent designers who work collaboratively with clients approach to every project, ensuring that the to create personalised and unique designs client’s vision is fully realised. Communication that reflect their individual style and taste. and collaboration with the client throughout Using our extensive expertise and strong the process are critical to ensuring a successful relationships within the industry we work with outcome. our clients from concept to completion coExample of residential development you ordinating the design and build process. worked on locally What’s your customer process from receiving We undertook the complete renovation of a 9,500 square foot family home. that initial enquiry? The first step is to walk through the property Reintroduction of original features including and understand our client’s needs and cornicing and panelling throughout the preferences, including their style, budget, property was a key for the client, showing and timeline allowing us to create a ‘design a respect for the building’s heritage. A brief’. We discuss any planning or listed wonderful balance was struck between old building issues that will impact the design as and new, radically transforming the house well as the requirements for any third party over five floors. The house features 7 double specialists. We present the brief with an bedrooms, 5 en-suites, a master suite with estimated design fee before embarking on his and hers dressing and bathrooms which the design concept and scheme drawings. are both practical and elegant. The vast Once the client is happy with the proposed kitchen, living, dining area was designed direction we develop and specify the detailed to be the heart of this home, with floor to designs which include drawings of layouts, ceiling cabinets framing the 9 metre split level bathrooms, kitchen and bespoke joinery as island and arched doors leading out to the well as small power, lighting and key finishes. terrace and garden. We also incorporated We prepare schedules for furniture, fixtures a playroom, gym, cinema and wine cellar to and equipment with details on cost and lead cater for all the family.

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Pubs & Live Music The Bread & Roses The Bread & Roses is an award-winning free house right in the heart of Clapham. Presenting a diverse programme of live events nearly seven days a week, it’s the perfect destination in your local hood to enjoy a drink, gorgeous food by Chop & Chip, catch great theatre plays, laugh your head-off to the newest comedy-talents on the circuit and rock, dance and groove along to the tunes of a hand-picked range of fabulous live bands from near and far.

Room 43 bar Clapham Room 43 is a collection of all the small things we enjoy in life… music, laughter, carpentry, herbal tea, healthy home cooked Persian food, cocktails and craft beer. Our passion for jazz led us to create jam sessions every Fri, Sat and Sun where a number of top musicians in London get together and have fun. Our love of laughter led us to create stand up comedy every Wed where some of the funniest comedians in London get together and have us in stitches. Today, we have a network of more than 600 musicians and 68 Clapham Manor St, London SW4 6DZ. comedians. We invite you to start by trying 020 7498 1779 one of our signature cocktails created by www.breadandrosespub.co.uk/ our barman, explore our traditional Persian dishes made with locally sourced ingredients The Sun and finish with one of our many herbal teas Come along to The Sun, take a seat, relax, and let us take care of everything. No matter sourced from different regions of Iran. who you’re catching up with, or what kinds 43 Lavender Hill, London SW11 5QW. 020 of dishes you’re in the mood for, there’s 7924 3360 something for everyone on our classic www.room43.co.uk/ British pub menus. Join us for a mid-week treat, catch up with friends over bar snacks Aquum and drinks, or slow things down on Sunday If you’ve never met us before, we’re an sharing a bottle of wine and some delicious award-winning bar, restaurant & late night pub food. All these reasons and more to venue in Clapham, London. We’re a colossal spend quality time in your favourite pub. 10,000 sq feet hybrid value over 4 floors 7 Old Town, Greater, London SW4 0JL. 020 with a late license, and we’ve truly stood the test of time. We’ve got our Main bar, where 7622 4980 the magic happens, our basement bar which www.thesunclapham.co.uk/#/ is perfect for a midweek group hangout, and our mezzanine bar, the life and soul of The Perky Nel Pub the weekend. The Roof Garden (or Winter Perky by name and nature, our new lively Garden in the colder months) is a sight to and cheerful venue rounds up all the behold and is the best place to come for best bits a neighbourhood pub can offer. Embracing traditional values with a modern cocktails and Shisha. We are still the home attitude, enjoy a large bar and dining space of weekend entertainment in Clapham with serving satisfying British food and drink from our DJ’s playing the best Commercial House local suppliers and producers. Our dedicated & RnB Thursdays until 2am, until 3am Friday and Saturday and 1am on Sunday. Whether sports area features giant screens showing it’s a big night out at the weekend or a chill all the latest games and our large outdoor midweek evening, we’ve got just the thing for terrace has fantastic views out over the you at Aquum. Common. 7-8 Cavendish Parade, Clampham London SW4 9DW. 020 8772 0303 www.theperkynel.co.uk/ 16

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“Wet your whistle”

Northcote Records Northcote Records is a neighbourhood live music venue on Northcote Road, Battersea. It promises live music every night, great cocktails and is famously known for hosting great parties for all to share in the community. 8-10 Northcote Rd, London SW11 1NT. 020 3006 5911 www.northcoterecords.com/ The Belle Vue Just opposite Clapham Common tube station and a stone’s throw from Clapham Common, The Belle Vue is a community hub with plenty of everything you’d expect from your favourite local. We’ve got some top craft beers on tap, an extensive wine list and some scrumptious big and small plates on the menu. We have fabulous veggie and vegan options – with vegan and veggie roasts available on Sundays as well as our traditional roasts. 1 Clapham Common South Side, London SW4 7AA. 020 7498 9473 www.bellevueclapham.com/ The Rose & Crown Based in Clapham Old Town we are Proud to be serving you seasonal British ingredients alongside our carefully chosen beverages. Following a major refurbishment, we look forward to welcoming you back to The Rose & Crown to experience our seasonal British menu. With the addition of a first-floor dining room, our ground floor remains a traditional pub with real ales, fine wine and spirits. 2 The Polygon, London SW4 0JG. 020 3011 5155 www.roseandcrownclapham.com/

Should you wish to wet your whistle in Clapham you could hardly have a wider choice. ‘Old school’ inns and taverns, cocktail bars, live music venues, gastropubs, they all abide aplenty in Clapham. Here are a few suggestions but the best way to find your ‘local’ is surely to take the air and simply explore. www.hamptons.co.uk

Local Hotspots Enjoy an artisan coffee, while exploring great fashion boutiques right in the picturesque heart of Clapham! Hopper Coffee House Your local, Italian run cafe serving the finest speciality coffee this side of Italy. Come for the coffee, stay for the good vibes and why not tuck into some delicious brunch, pasta or pizza whilst you’re here too? We can’t wait to see you soon. Ground floor, shop, 6 Landor Rd, London SW9 9PP. 020 7967 9745 www.hoppercoffeehouse.co.uk/ Over Under Coffee Taking inspiration from cafes around the world, he fell in love with the coffee culture at home in New Zealand. He wanted to combine the best of specialty coffee, great food, and excellent hospitality and bring it to the UK. At night we flip the walls, dim the lights, and bring the party with our cuttingedge cocktails. 25 The Pavement, London SW4 0JA. 020 3807 8019 www.overundercoffee.com/ The Black Lab Coffee House Family run business, in the heart of Clapham. Serving excellent coffee, from multiple independent roasters! Great music chilled out atmosphere and amazing tasty treats. We look forward to seeing you soon, Love the Black Lab. 18 Clapham Common South Side, London SW4 7AB. 020 7738 8441 www.blacklabcoffee.com/ Coffee Wake Cup Coffee Wake Cup is A warm and welcoming atmosphere. Good food and great personal service you can spend your time drinking a good cup of coffee and eating our sandwiches made from an artesian Italian bakery 14 Clapham Park Rd, London SW4 7BB. 020 7627 5480 www.facebook.com/Coffeewakecup/

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Katharine Bird We have been an independent boutique in south London specialising in unique designer womenswear for over 31 years. Please get in touch if you would like further information regarding sizes and fit. We have gained much experience over the many years working in fashion to give advice. Looking forward to seeing all our fantastic and loyal customers at future events so please sign up to the mailing list to be kept informed. 20 Battersea Rise, London, 020 7228 2235 www.katharinebird.co.uk/

Lavenham High Quality Men’s and Women’s Quilted Jackets, Fit for Purpose. It’s what we’ve done since 1969: ensure whatever we make does its job without complication. We predominantly work with British cloth manufacturers, renowned for their durability and quality, and the same is true of the wadding we use in our quilting, which comes from the North of England and is made of 65% recycled fibres.

Petit Bateau French fashion house creating quality, stylish clothing for the whole family since 1893. We always use top quality products to create our unique designs with a large selection to choose from, Organic fabrics are available too. Every day, 300 bobbins are used in our factory in Troyes to knit the stitch that will be used to make your clothes. 50% cotton 50% love and if our calculations are right, that makes 100% Petit Bateau! 133 Northcote Rd, London SW11 6PX. 020 7223 6211 www.stores.petit-bateau.com/

Unit 21 Bagley Walk, London N1C 4DH. 020 3897 3305 www.lavenhamjackets.com/ Oliver Bonas Oliver Bonas is an independent British lifestyle store, designing our own take on fashion and homeware. Our team of designers now take Olly’s exploratory spirit and channel it into our fashion and homeware collections. We are inspired by the alchemy of great design and fresh thinking and the belief that design has the power to positively affect how we feel. New designs land in store and online every week. 23 The Pavement, London SW4 0JA. 020 7720 8272 www.oliverbonas.com/clapham?

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Arts Why not enjoy a night at one of the great theatres spotted around Clapham!

Chelsea Theatre Our major renovation heralds a vibrant new era for our artistic community, and we were delighted to re-open our wonderful theatre with our summer theatrical season, presented in partnership with the Kensington + Chelsea Festival. Over 24 performances were hosted in our theatre during the festival, including music, dance and cabaret, as well as full programme of activities in and around the piazza outside. A variety of events and activities continue for our local community, we’ll be presenting the best in fringe comedy, drama and performance

Canal Cafe Theatre Award-winning Canal Café Theatre has been perched on the edge of the Regent’s Canal since the 70’s . It is a renowned comedy, cabaret, and theatre venue and over the years has helped launch some of the biggest names in Comedy ranging from John Oliver to the League of Gentlemen to Miranda Hart. Other notable comedians to have trodden the boards of the Canal include Eddie Izzard, The Mighty Boosh, Catherine Tate and Dara O’Briain to name but a few. Please look at our website for upcoming performances and events.

7, World’s End Place, London SW10 0DR. 020 7352 1967 www.chelseatheatre.org.uk/

13 Westbourne Terrace Rd, London W2 6NG. 020 7289 6054 www.canalcafetheatre.com/

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The Clapham Grand London’s iconic, palace of modern variety since 1900. In recent years The Grand has revived its original mission: the perfect blend of variety and quality. With themed film screenings or an irreverent take on bingo one night, and world-class comedians, musicians and DJs the next, we’re reinventing the best of the past for new audiences, 21-25, The Clapham Grand, St John’s Hill, London SW11 1TT. 020 7223 6523 www.claphamgrand.com/ Clapham Picture house At Picturehouse, we love cinemas. Nestled in the heart of their neighbourhoods, each of our cinemas are distinct, full of personality and run by welcoming and attentive staff. We don’t just screen excellent films. We provide places to eat, meet and relax, and host a busy calendar of events for everyone to explore. If you love opera or theatre, we screen it live and direct from stages around the world. If you’re all about superhero films, come to one of our stateof-the-art screens and get yourself a large popcorn. 76 Venn St, London SW4 0AT. 0871 902 5747 www.picturehouses.com/ Battersea Arts Centre A hub for everyone’s creativity, based in an iconic building with a radical history. We support people to take creative risks to inspire change in their communities. Housed in a iconic Victorian town hall our rich heritage and beautiful architecture and creative flair make it London’s most ideal location. We hold many contemporary performances from companies from around the globe and locally too, with opportunity to hire our rooms to our local community. Lavender Hill, London SW11 5TN. 020 7223 2223 www.bac.org.uk/ www.hamptons.co.uk

The Fairy House by Fairy-tale Friends Theatre centred around children where the can escape the Human World through our Fairy Door leading to our stage and performances by purchasing an experience ticket we also host many fun activities for the children to also enjoy. Discover events available by visiting us or by exploring our webpage. 50 Webb’s Rd, London SW11 6SF. 020 3600 3848 www.fairytalefriends.co.uk/ Tara Theatre Tara Theatre creates innovative, politically charged theatre harnessing the power of co-creation. Our work explores the complexities of our world through a South Asian lens, championing South Asian voices and artists, identifying new narratives, new ideas and new forms. Tara Theatre is a contemporary and democratic space, a home for our community of artists and audiences. Please come and join us! 356 Garratt Ln, London SW18 4ES. 020 8333 4457 www.taratheatre.com/ Cineworld Cinema Multiplex cinema chain showing the latest international blockbusters in 2D and 3D formats. We offer 14 screens set in clean ambient and comfortable surroundings will a Starbucks and tasty treats available we cater for everybody and host a large variety of movies to chose from. Please check out our website for current releases. Wandsworth High St, London SW18 4TF. 0330 333 4444 www.cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/londonwandswort Theatre503, Theatre503, formerly the Latchmere Theatre, is a theatre located at 503 Battersea Park Road in Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth, above the Latchmere pub. The venue is known for promoting the work of new writers. 503 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 3BW. 020 7978 7040 www.theatre503.com/ 21

Building clients’ dreams Interview with Matthew McGill of Clarus Construction Ltd. 1. Tell us a little about the background of Clarus Construction I decided to set up my own company after gaining many years of experience within the construction industry as a Senior Project Manager. Within this role I oversaw the building of various developments, from multimillion-pound homes to developments of apartments. My involvement in these projects was from the initial pre-development planning right up to welcoming the client into their new home. This has meant I have worked with the Planning Authorities and Building Control, as well as working alongside architects and engineers. 2. What are the most in demand services you offer? Since Covid people are very keen to upgrade their existing properties to create an ambient living space and to maximise the property potential. We have been involved in various projects, from creating new kitchen and living spaces to fully completing new builds. We have completely redesigned and built older buildings to bring them up to today’s design trends of open plan living, upgrading the insulation quality and fitting underfloor heating.

We prefer to be involved from research and design to support the client to achieve their project’s full potential. However, we are happy to be involved from any phase in the process. We ensure all our projects are finished to a high standard and we are committed to ensuring the whole process is as stress free as possible for the client 3. What modifications would you suggest create the most added value on a property? Extra bedrooms and separate office/hobbies room are always a good investment. Modifying to open plan living is also very popular and is an instant hit when selling a property. With energy prices on the rise I think people will be looking at the running cost of houses, so subsequently energy efficiency and insulation has become an important factor. 4. What are your favourite type of projects? I feel a sense of accomplishment with each project that is completed, especially the more challenging ones like Station Approach. Clarus Construction are happy to take on projects from extensions to full house renovations and new build homes. We are only too happy to liaise with architects and other professional bodies to make your vision a reality. 5. Tell us about a project you're particularly proud of

I project managed a development at Station Approach in Marlow, consisting of three 2-bedroom houses, eight 2-bedroom apartments and one 1-bedroom apartment. The ‘Old Coal Yard' design was based on the concept of converted industrial Victorian railway buildings, but with a modern residential twist. The completed build demonstrates the high level of finish and detail that we pride ourselves on. Clarus Construction are always content come the end of a build with the knowledge that the clients’ dreams have been fulfilled.

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Family days out Clapham is a great destination for a family trip offering entertainment for kids of all ages. We’ve picked some of the most popular family-friendly things to do and sorted them into a handy list. Clapham Common Clapham Common is one of the largest open spaces in South London and performs an essential role as a green lung and a place of recreation. It is 220 acres of green space, with three ponds and a Victorian bandstand. There is plenty to do here with the family and acres of woodland to explore. Clapham Common, Windmill Dr, London SW4 9DE. 020 7926 9000 www.claphamcommon.net/ Go Ape Battersea Our most central forest experience in London. This is big outdoor fun in the big city with spectacular views across Battersea and the park. There’s more to this stacked course than meets the eye with people above, below and all around you. A head for heights is a must as Battersea’s Treetop Challenge crossings are twice the height of most Go Ape locations. Over on the Treetop Adventure course, the Fisherman’s Net and thrilling zip wires keep this one firmly top of the Go Ape fan list. Battersea Park, London SW11 4NJ. 01603 895500 www.goape.co.uk/locations/battersea-park 24

Victoria and Albert Museum The V&A is the world’s leading museum of art and design, housing a permanent collection of over 2.3 million objects that span over 5,000 years of human creativity. The Museum holds many of the UK’s national collections and houses some of the greatest resources for the study of architecture, furniture, fashion, textiles, photography, sculpture, painting, jewellery, glass, ceramics, book arts, Asian art and design, theatre and performance. Cromwell Rd, London SW7 2RL. 020 7942 2000 www.vam.ac.uk/ Battersea Park Battersea Park is a 200-acre green space at Battersea in the London Borough of Wandsworth in London. It is situated on the south bank of the River Thames opposite Chelsea and was opened in 1858. The park occupies marshland reclaimed from the Thames and land formerly used for market gardens. London SW11 4NJ. 020 8871 7530 www.wandsworth.gov.uk/batterseapark www.hamptons.co.uk

Brockwell Park Miniature Railway The Little Railway in the Heart of South London. Come and join us on Sundays between MARCH and OCTOBER for a ride on our unique 7¼ inch gauge miniature railway as we take you on a journey from Herne Hill Gates to the world famous Brockwell Lido and return. We’re open to the public for everyone to enjoy. Nobody is too young or to old to have a ride with us and don’t forget to check out our shop, and take home a souvenir or two. Dulwich Rd, London SE24 0NG. 07973 613515 www.travelbpmr.com/ Brockwell Park Brockwell Park is also home to a rideon miniature railway and a popular BMX track, both of which are run by the community. It contains a wide mixture of formal and informal sports and play facilities, including a large children’s playground and wet play area, tennis and basketball courts, and grass football pitches. It is also home to the Lambeth Country Show, which usually runs over two days in the third week of July each year, as well as a wide range of commercial and community events.

Battersea Park Children’s Zoo Battersea Park Children’s Zoo is an exciting animal experience that combines a zoo, animal encounter. Nestled on London’s south bank is the perfect place for little explorers – Battersea Park Children’s Zoo! With conservation and education at its heart, this much-loved family park is home to over 100 amazing animals from around the world. From monkeys and lemurs to tropical birds and native farm breeds – there really is something to inspire everyone! Join the zookeepers every day at their friendly feeding time talks and watch out for year-round interactive events, including popular wildlife activity days, arts, crafts and adventure trails. You’ll find an impressive adventure playground, ideal for children of all ages and abilities to learn and play. Battersea Park - Via, Chelsea Brg SW11 4NJ, 020 7924 5826 www.batterseaparkzoo.co.uk/

Brockwell Park, Brockwell Park Gardens, London SE24 0NG. 020 7926 9000 www.beta.lambeth.gov.uk/parks/ brockwell-park Natural History Museum The Natural History Museum in London is a natural history museum that exhibits a vast range of specimens from various segments of natural history. It is one of three major museums on Exhibition Road in South Kensington, the others being the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum. With plenty to discover and learn for all ages your sure to have an adventurous family day out. Cromwell Rd, South Kensington, London SW7 5BD. 020 7942 5000 www.nhm.ac.uk/

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Tell us a little about the background of Gosling Ltd? I set up Gosling in 2005, having been in the furniture design and interiors industry for many years. My goal was to establish a reputation for design excellence, awe-inspiring craftsmanship and a design service perfectly tailored to the client’s individual needs. Designing and building a home for someone is incredibly personal. It requires vision, enthusiasm and an egoless desire to listen closely to the client’s needs in order to make a home truly bespoke and personal.

Who were your inspirations when you were learning your craft? My early design inspiration came from museum collections in France, USA, St Petersburg and Venice and of course, my home town, London. From Regency designers, such as Sir John Soane, John Nash, Frank Lloyd Wright to Hubert de Givency. Currently I am renovating a Chateau in Normandy and this has been a huge inspiration and learning process. You can find out more about Chateau Restoration on Instagram.

allocated to the various elements. Once the work and scope is agreed, a 50 percent deposit starts the process rolling, the magical journey begins, creating the furniture, purchasing antiques and artworks and selecting soft furnishings.

How far afield do your customers come from?

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Gosling clients come from all over the world, which I love. One of my strong points is identifying with different cultures and lifestyles and bringing all the nuances together to create the dream home or working environment.

Talk us through your customer process from receiving that initial enquiry?

What do you enjoy most about running your business?

My process always starts with a sketch book and pencil, it allows the client and I to start the dialogue with an instant visual understanding of what we both mean. I sketch very fast so results are immediate! From that moment the ideas expand and develop and costs then

I love the way each project and each home is different. I love learning and with each new client we go on a discovery journey together, learning from each other and creating something unique, bespoke and beautiful, which surpasses the dream of the initial brief.

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Interview with Broomwood School Tell us about your school? Broomwood is a leading group of pre-prep and prep schools based between the green spaces of Clapham and Wandsworth commons. It provides an extraordinary education for girls and boys from 3-13 years. Our pupils enjoy a proper childhood, full of fun and adventure and benefit from some of the best school facilities in London. We are blessed with wonderful outdoor spaces and children have the use of extensive amenities from dedicated science laboratories, music, art and cookery schools to DT and IT suites. Our pupils go on to win places at top day and boarding schools, either at 11 or 13+. Last year they were awarded 22 scholarships to competitive senior schools.

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Inspiring and equipping children aged 3-13 to

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The Best of Both Worlds A happy childhood, outstanding results A unique approach to education, our children are taught together at Broomwood Pre-Prep before moving to our single-sex prep schools. Boys and girls develop at their own pace but come together for house competitions, sporting events, drama and music. They achieve some of the best results in London at 11 and 13+ and last year were awarded 22 scholarships to both top day and boarding schools.

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Local Schools Where our children spend most of their week and how they are being educated is a decision which should take some serious consideration. We have put together this list of suggestions to make your life a little bit easier. Many local schools and nurseries offer free tours so please go and visit your choice options before making that final important decision.

Eaton House The Manor School Eaton House School was founded in 1897 and it is with great pride that I carry on this wonderful traditional education more than 120 years later. We aim to provide a firstclass education, striving for excellence in all academic, cultural, and sporting pursuits, giving every child the confidence to discover where their gifts lie and to enjoy their talents. Wellbeing is at the core of everything we do. We are non-selective at our 3+ and 4+ entry points, because we believe that children develop emotionally and academically at different paces and without the pressures of early exams 58 Clapham Common North Side, London SW4 9RU. 020 7924 6000 www.eatonhouseschools.com/

Thomas’s Clapham We aim to provide an outstanding education for young people aged 2 to 18 that is forward-thinking and outwardlooking, with values at its heart. We believe in kindness at the core. We are Christian schools, open to families of all faiths and none. We aim to instil a strong set of values, first by example and also through exceptional pastoral care. We believe that individual wellbeing is of primary importance, balanced by an equal commitment to service leadership and to the wider community. Broomwood Rd, London SW11 6JZ. 020 7326 9300 www.thomas-s.co.uk/thomassclapham/

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Bright Horizons Clapham Day Nursery and Preschool Our beautiful nursery has seven dedicated age-specific rooms, each designed to support your child’s learning and development. This includes a sleeping room where your little one can catch up on some much-needed rest. When awake, they’ll love exploring our dedicated art studio, sports studio, and children’s kitchen. Each room is filled with excellent resources to help their learning and nurture their curiosity and preschoolers are even taught by their own qualified preschool teacher.

Lycee Francais Wix School We welcome children from 4 to 10 years old, from Reception (MS) to Year 6 (CM2). Our school is part of the Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle, therefore our pupils can naturally continue their education in Year 7 (6ème) on the South Kensington site. The Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle is a member of the network of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE). The teaching program follows that of the French Education Ministry while giving a central place to linguistic diversity and promoting an openness to the world. Learning English is of crucial importance in our curriculum. We offer 1 bilingual program with equal hours of English and French and 1 4-14 Bromell’s Rd, London SW4 0BG. 020 French program with additional English hours. 3780 7915 www.brighthorizons.co.uk/our-nurseries/ Wix’s Lane, London SW4 0AJ. 020 7738 0287 clapham www.lyceefrancais.org.uk/

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Parkgate House School Parkgate House School is a well-established independent co-educational preparatory school with specialist teachers, a rich curriculum and a reputation for equipping children for success at many of the country’s leading senior schools. With only 200 pupils across the Nursery, Pre-Prep and Preparatory years, we take pride in getting to know every child just that little bit better. 80 Clapham Common North Side, London SW4 9SD. 020 7350 2452 www.parkgate-school.co.uk/

Aldwickbury School Aldwickbury School is an independent Pre-Prep and Prep School for boys aged 4-13 located on the outskirts of Harpenden, Hertfordshire. The breadth of opportunities on offer at Aldwickbury is something we are incredibly proud of. The boys are challenged and engaged academically but also benefit from a wide-ranging co-curricular programme making full use of our extensive grounds and facilities. The school offers boys of all abilities a myriad of exciting opportunities to develop their confidence and unearth their talents in the arts, STEM, on stage, in music and on the sports field. The journey through the school prepares the boys to leave at 13 when we believe they are truly ready for senior school education. Wheathampstead Rd, Harpenden AL5 1AD. 01582 713022 www.aldwickbury.org.uk

Newton Preparatory School Newton Prep children are bright and inquisitive, each with unique abilities, interests and aspirations. We have exceptional opportunities at this school – for personal development, adventure, and achievement in many directions. We encourage their curiosity and imagination at every stage of school life and provide important foundations for a love of life and learning in this formative period. 149 Battersea Park Rd, Nine Elms, London SW8 4BX. 020 7720 4091 www.newtonprepschool.co.uk/ Belleville Wix Academy Belleville Wix Academy became part of the Quality First Education Trust in Augut 2017. The Trust’s schools are “united and unique” - we share a common drive, whilst maintaining our individuality. Together, all the schools in the Trust have a relentless drive for excellence and equality focus first and foremost on Quality First Education: the high quality provision that children receive every day ensure that where children need more, we do Whatever It Takes to support them. Wix’s Lane, London SW4 0AJ. 020 7228 3055 www.bellevillewix.org.uk/home/ The Willow Nursery School Established for over 30 years, an independent, privately-owned nursery school in the heart of Clapham Old Town, London for 2.5- to 5-yearolds. The Willow Nursery is a traditional preschool with a focus on outdoor learning, building emotional resilience and preparing for school life ahead. 55 Grafton Square, London SW4 0DE. 020 7498 0319 www.thewillownursery.co.uk/

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Interview with.. Elly Allen From Elly Allen Curtains & Blinds

Tell us a little about how you got started with your business?

What are the main steps from initial consultation to completion?

I have an arts/textiles degree and worked in the fashion industry for years, managing production and overseeing the creatives briefs to ensure their vision reached the stores. I loved working with the fabrics and designs so then decided to set up a curtains and blinds business that worked to the customer taste, rather than selling them specific set looks.

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Who takes the lead creatively when you have that first meeting? our first meeting is always about listening to what the customer is telling us about their home, whether its a whole refurbishment or a redesign of a room/ floor in the house. We tap into what style they might like and then suggest ideas and concepts that may work. From that meeting, we then send a detailed quote with various options and prices . The customer can then adjust their potential order to fit with their budget. We do not sell one collection of fabrics - we source from many brands and price ranges to suit the client budget

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First meeting. Quote. Email/or 2nd visit to hone down the final look & sourcing of fabric Fitting of hardware - poles/tracks delivery of order.

Do you have a particular style that you’re known for or can you adapt to anything? We adapt to what works with the customers style and the way they live

What would be your dream commission? A dream commission would be , as we always have, lovely customers being very happy with the end result!

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Interview with.. James Munro, Director, Granit Architecture + Interiors Tell us about the background of Granit Architecture + Interiors?

What characteristics set you apart from other practices?

At Granit, we love to design homes. We started more than 30 years ago and have created thousands of homes, basements, extensions and residential developments. Much of our work is within 20 miles of our offices in Clapham Old Town. However, we have worked worldwide.

Granit provides an integrated architecture and interior design service that benefits our clients through complementary design thinking and potentially saves time and cost. We also have in-house expertise in sustainable design and building surveying services.

We provide an integrated architecture and interior design service, predominantly for private clients and grand designers. Our team is 22 in number, which means we are big enough to put a team on every project but small enough to give our clients a bespoke and attentive service.

Our history means we have strong relationships with quality suppliers, including kitchen and glazing companies, and partners such as builders. We have worked across all London Boroughs and have a proven track record of gaining planning permission, often within challenging constraints, such as working on listed buildings, conservation areas and basements. Granit is a RIBA Chartered Practice, so our team enjoys lots of training and professional development opportunities.

What’s your customer process from receiving that initial enquiry? The first step is to develop a deep understanding of our client’s design brief. We start with a remote consultation to help us understand their goals and aspirations, which we follow up with a meeting at the property. For many clients, it is the first time they have completed a building project, so we take the time to guide them through the process, step by step.

Could you illustrate an example of a residential development you worked on locally and the outcome for your client?

Often our clients are in the process of buying a property and need advice on what might be possible with a reconfiguration or extension work and how to work within the local planning constraints. We provide a lot of advice to our clients to help them move forward.

One of my favourite projects is on Briarwood Road in Clapham. Our client owned an Edwardian terraced house, and his brief was to enlarge it to the rear and build a basement to increase the living space. He wanted dedicated areas for a cinema room, a music room and two living areas. Crucially he wanted a wow factor.

Once we understand the project and brief, we will provide a formal written proposal and letter of appointment, alongside a contract for our services. We will put a project team together upon selection and get started

The result is a spacious home that achieves everything on our client’s wish list. A critical decision was to move the kitchen and dining areas into the rear of a new basement space to free up the

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Fitness & Health Leading a hectic life? Need somewhere to tone your body, recharge your muscles or simply stretch? We have put together the best locations for you to do just that. Whether you fancy going for a swim or need regular fitness classes, we know that our recommended providers will do their best to keep you in shape.

Gymnasium Clapham We believe fitness is a gift that everyone should have and that working on it should be an enjoyable, energising and rewarding part of their routine. To build all aspects of fitness we focus on three pillars – cardio, strength & mobility – in our expertly coached, wellplanned classes. We cater for all abilities; from people with limited experience but a desire to get fit, to those looking to add a technical & competitive element to their training. Unit 3H, Clapham North Art Centre, 2632 Voltaire Rd, London SW4 6DH. 07852 105523 www.gymnasium.fit/gymnasiumclapham/

Mojo Studios Reformer Pilates, Yoga, Salt Yoga, Salt Pilates, Treatments and Therapies. We have Built a wonderful Team of people who recognise it is advantageous to have more Mojo in their lives. We use Yoga, Pilates, Treatments and Therapies which provide greater well-being and a more Positive Outlook. Mindfulness, Nourishing food and our People inspire you to Live a Lighter, Brighter Life. 149A Clapham High St, London SW4 7SS. 020 7720 3063 www.mojostudios.co.uk/

Reach Fitness Clapham Reach Fitness is amongst London’s leading gyms for Group Fitness, Personal Training and Sports Conditioning. Whatever your fitness goal, the passion, knowledge and experience of the team at Reach will deliver you results that will exceed your expectations.

Balanced Pilates Better balance, more mobility, greater flexibility Bridget is providing hybrid group classes combining the best of face to face with online so come and join her on the real or virtual mat. Pilates is for everyone, but Bridget is acutely aware of how Pilates can help the older person, especially those who are losing their mobility through stiffening joints and crumbling bones.

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Jetts Gym 24hr Fitness Clapham Road Clapham’s premium 24/7 gym, located a short walk from Stockwell on Clapham Road. We took the first lockdown period to transform our approach to capacity management, cleaning as well as social distancing to ensure Jetts Clapham Road continues to be a safe environment to train in. We will continue to keep this high standard of service and if you have any questions about joining or the club, please contact the team and we would be happy to answer any questions. 330 Clapham Rd, London SW9 9AP. 020 4511 8708 www.jetts.co.uk/gyms/jetts-clapham-road/ Yogahaven Clapham Powered by our incredible communities, our studios are designed to help you make the most of your experience. We know that your time is precious, so from your first deep breath of the day until your after-savasana shower, we’ve thought of everything. Mats are complementary, you’ll find filter taps in the changing rooms to fill your reusable bottle, and always cruelty-free, natural products in the bathrooms and showers.The beating heart of yogahaven are the teachers and studio staff, who all share a passion for your wellbeing. We believe that yoga is for everyone.

Clapham Leisure Centre Clapham Leisure Centre offers state of the art gym facilities for all the community. Located just off Clapham High Street with easy transport links, it’s the ideal place to achieve your health and fitness goals. The centre includes a 6 lane 25m main pool a 13x7m teaching pool both featuring a movable floor offering a wide range of swimming lessons and Aqua Aerobic classes. a state-of-the-art gym, a Functional Gym with two bespoke training frames epitomising functional and performance-based training. A 4-court sports hall to ‘club’ standard for basketball, volleyball, badminton, five-a-side football, netball and gymnastics. A fitness Studio with central acoustic movable wall for flexibility in use and fitness classes including power pump, yoga, group cycle and many more. 141 Clapham Manor St, London SW4 6DB. 020 7627 7900 www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/

63 Wingate Square, London SW4 0AF. 020 8617 0027 www.yogahaven.co.uk/ LIFT STUDIO LDN Our studio is a long-awaited dream we had, to create a safe space for a community of likeminded women who want to build their strength and confidence whilst learning how to lift. We are evidence-based coaches that help you make real progress, whilst having a compassionate based approach to create trust that your progress comes in many different forms and is not associated with sweating, DOMS or how much you weigh. Ever since we began coaching, we have trained our clients in a holistic way to enhance their well being and not take away from it. Clapham Arts Centre Unit 2b, 26-32 Voltaire Rd, London SW4 6DH www.liftstudiolondon.com/ www.hamptons.co.uk

Local Restaurants

Metro Garden A firm favourite with the ‘Clapham Glitterati’. Our beautiful garden restaurant & bar plays host to an array of daytime and evening events. From the outside you could never guess how magical the gardens are at the rear of the restaurant. Metro gardens are probably Clapham’s best kept secret. Those in the know spend many balmy summer evenings under the twinkling lights. As the sun sets over the common, Metro comes alive. Candles flickering throughout the entire restaurant, our original church pews start to fill up with guests. Our oversize comfy sofas draw you in. Metro’s shabby chic interior makes you feel immediately at home. The gardens really are the jewels in the Metro crown.

Bodean’s BBQ Clapham Bringing the taste, style and soul of Kansas City barbecue to London! Back in 2002, Andre Blais had a dream – to bring the taste, the style, the soul of his beloved Kansas City barbecue to the UK! Years later, the Bodean’s family of restaurants goes from strength to strength – the results of a tireless team effort dedicated to delivering Authentic American BBQ. Today, the Bodean’s BBQ team are always out and about making sure that the slow-smoked BBQ, secret rubs and sauce recipes are up to scratch, and the BBQ obsession and attention as seen in KC are kept alive.

9 Clapham Common South Side, London SW4 7AA. 020 7627 0632 www.metroclapham.com/

169 Clapham High St, London SW4 7SS. 020 7622 4248 www.bodeansbbq.com/

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Minnow A laid-back neighbourhood restaurant overlooking Clapham Common. Minnow is a seasonal restaurant serving modern European dishes located in the heart of Clapham Old Town. Minnow offers a large heated outdoor terrace overlooking the Common and a romantic interior with plenty of cosy corners. We’re open every day for brunch, lunch, dinner, Sunday roasts and everything in between. 21 The Pavement, London SW4 0HY. 020 7720 4105 www.minnowclapham.co.uk/ Megan’s Clapham Old Town Restaurant Sit beneath a real olive tree at our Clapham Old Town restaurant, which in true Megan’s style, is draped in fairylights. Megan’s has blossomed in to the much-loved community hub that it is today. We serve Mediterraneaninfluenced, chef-made dishes, created by our Turkish Exec Head Chef, Sercan, using the highest quality ingredients. 55-57 The Pavement, London SW4 0JQ. 020 3468 0215 www.megans.co.uk/ Honest Burgers Clapham It’s been 10 years now and we like to think we’ve gotten pretty good at burgers and chips. We’re all about top quality beef, the best potatoes and good times. Don’t just take our word for it though, we’ll let our food and people do the talking. After all, we’re Just Being Honest 75 Venn St, London SW4 0BD. 020 4542 4830 www.honestburgers.co.uk/ Eco Restaurant Serving up wood-fired pizza and real Italian food in the heart of Clapham and Kingston. Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner. A slice of Italy in London, from traditionally made sourdough pizzas cooked in a wood fire oven to pasta, grilled meats and oven baked dishes with a wonderful selection of salads. We also prepare a selection of daily specials and cocktails 162 Clapham High St, London SW4 7UG. 020 7978 1108 www.ecorestaurants.com/ www.hamptons.co.uk

Olives and Meze We serve a fresh balance of traditional and modern flavours of Mediterranean food. Olives and Meze promise to delight with a flaming charcoal grill, fresh plant-based salads. Mediterranean cuisine is one of the most admired culinary cultures with its famous flavours all over the world. Thanks to its light and delicious dishes, you can protect both your health and well-being. Special taste, friendly service, a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere is our main concept. 131 Clapham High St, London SW4 7SS. 020 3583 7790 www.olivesandmeze.co.uk/ Tsunami Established in 2001, Tsunami is still a big wave washing through Clapham. Following a full refurbishment in April 2015 this flagship restaurant has brought its whole look upto-date rivalling the best in Central London. With stunning wooden screens surrounding luxurious leather seating, it certainly sets the scene for an exquisite meal or delicious cocktail. With a late license, this is certainly the place to go! 5-7 Voltaire Rd, London SW4 6DQ. 020 7978 1610 www.tsunamiclapham.co.uk/ Sorella Our menu, designed by Head Chef Ross Mangan, takes a traditional format; cicchetti, antipasti, primi, secondi and dolci but is also hugely influenced by the seasonal produce arriving from the amazing producers and growers that we work closely with. Robin’s years spent working on the Amalfi coast learning about a seasonal approach has shaped our family of restaurants and therefore, at Sorella, we hone in on all that we love about the Italian attitude to cooking and eating. Our fresh pasta and focaccia are made in-house each day. Our bar focuses on the glorious tradition of aperitivo and twists on classics with seasonal bellinis, americanos and Vault Vermouth negronis on tap. . 148 Clapham Manor St, London SW4 6BX. 020 7720 4662 www.sorellarestaurant.co.uk/ 43

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Some suggested local social media groups to help you connect, learn, buy, sell and have fun.

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I Love Battersea & Clapham https://www.facebook.com/groups/ilovebatterseaclapham Mums in Clapham https://www.facebook.com/groups/117415561665117 Groups and Classes for Children in Clapham, Balham and surrounding areas https://www.facebook.com/groups/276419876580959 Clapham London Community https://www.facebook.com/groups/3849764091740265 Clapham mums and nannies https://www.facebook.com/groups/275270182547199

The Clapham Group https://twitter.com/claphamgroup?lang=en Best of Clapham https://twitter.com/bestofclapham ClaphamMums https://mobile.twitter.com/claphammums ClaphamNubNews https://twitter.com/ClaphamNubNews

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Help and support from your local Council You should inform your Local Authority of where you are moving from and where you are moving to around a month before you move. You can do this here. https://system8.rbwm.gov.uk/ publicaccesslive/selfservice/services/ changeofaddress/coastart.htm You’ll need to include the forwarding addresses for every adult in the property that pays council tax. Search for information and services from your council. Information for residents about Lambeth Council including council tax, bins and recycling, schools, leisure, streets and parking, this and lot’s more at the below link. www.lambeth.gov.uk

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Planning & Building Control Unsure which services you need? If you are thinking of making changes to your property, you may need to apply for planning permission and / or Building Regulations approval. If you’re not sure which applications to make, please use the guidance below to help you to decide what you need to do. Please note that many developments will require both.

What is planning? Planning is the process of deciding whether a proposed development should go ahead or not. It uses national and local policies to consider the development in its context and may look at the impact of the work on neighbours and the wider community, existing architecture, the land, the layout, and existing or proposed infrastructure (such as drains, transport and schools). You will probably need planning permission if your proposed development will do any of the following: • create a new building, or change the use or appearance of an existing building • affect the sunlight, privacy or outlook for neighbouring properties • affect the nearby area with noise disturbance, smell or fumes

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• work on or around listed buildings or any conservation areas • affect traffic volumes, road safety or access • change the density of development in an area • use significantly different materials or finishes from nearby properties • have an effect on existing trees

What is building control? Building control applies national statutory regulations to ensure the structural quality of any building work, in areas such as safety, public health, accessibility, and the materials used. Most substantial building projects (such as an extension, knocking down walls or converting a garage or loft) will need Building Regulations approval. www.beta.lambeth.gov.uk/planningbuilding-control

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