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London style living YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S ON IN THE LOCAL AREA The landscaped gardens at Eden Grove Eden Grove ONE UPON A THAMES... Imagine a small but bustling market town set on the River Thames, surrounded by picturesque green spaces and with a thriving mix of shops, cafés and restaurants at its heart. Imagine living here, in an exciting new residential quarter, with spacious modern apartments and superb facilities, supported by excellent transport links that put London just over half an hour away. Then discover Eden Grove’s story: The perfect combination of local living and London style. What’s on locally Eden Grove writes a new chapter for those ready to enjoy living in easy reach of London. There is the riverside town of Staines-upon-Thames itself. Here is character and charm, combined with exciting shopping, leisure facilities and fantastic educational opportunities. There are the green surroundings of rural Surrey, plus everything that the capital has to offer; all within easy reach, and all yours to enjoy. 2 3 Computer generated image depicts Eden Grove and is indicative only. The majestic River Thames at Staines-upon-Thames A trip on the river, or to a bar or restaurant beside it. A run out to the Surrey countryside or a historic attraction. Shopping and culture on your doorstep – plus everything London has to offer. At Eden Grove, the choices are endless. Parks & p6 Open spaces Pubs & p10 Restaurants Culture & p14 Entertainment Shops p18 Galore Well-being, Fitness p22 & Beauty Local p26 Amenities There’s plenty 4 to do 5 PARKS & OPEN SPACES “ Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything better.” ALBERT EINSTEIN Eden Grove surrounded by picturesque green spaces HAVING ACCESS TO GREEN OPEN SPACE IS ESSENTIAL FOR HEALTH AND WELL-BEING. LIVING AT EDEN GROVE, GREEN SPACES OF ALL KINDS, FROM ROYAL PARKS TO THE SURREY COUNTRYSIDE ARE ON YOUR DOORSTEP. Staines-upon-Thames is on the very edge of London’s green belt – providing a wealth of open spaces protected by law and meant to be enjoyed. From formal gardens to open countryside, from waterside walks to unspoiled woodland, the natural world is there to be discovered. Walk, cycle, explore; the endless variety of British wildlife is waiting. Richmond Park at sunset 6 7 Parks & Open spaces CHERTSEY MEADS Chertsey Meads is an open space perfect for runners and walkers and has two picnic areas with views across the Thames. Beautiful wildflowers cover the meadows from May through to July, making it a top choice for locals. Mead Lane Chertsey KT16 8LN WINDSOR GREAT PARK RICHMOND PARK T: +44 (0)1784 432 891 Windsor Great Park spans over 4,800 One of London’s eight Royal Parks, W: visitsurrey.com acres and is complete with seasonal and a National Nature Reserve, STAINES MOOR plants and flowers, as well as ancient Richmond Park offers over 2,500 COLNE VALLEY REGIONAL PARK This specially protected stretch of open VIRGINIA WATER forests and unique agricultural acres of greenery complete with With more than 43 square miles of displays to discover. From the Battle attractions such as horse riding, golf countryside is just a five-minute walk Part of Great Windsor Park, Virginia open space, the Colne River Regional of Hastings to the Royal wedding in and a very tempting café – as well as from Eden Grove. Accessible all year Water offers a vast range of activities, park offers a wealth of green landscape, 2018, there is over a thousand years a rich variety of wildlife, including the round, with an abundance of nature from from picnicking, cycling, walking woodland and lakes. It is particularly of history to enjoy within the park. famous herds of deer. kingfishers to owls, the moor offers a calm around the Lake and visiting Savill popular for long walks, fishing, cycling sanctuary to escape to after a busy day. Garden, the Ruins and the colourful The Crown Estate Richmond TW10 5HS and boat trips along the Grand Union Stanwell TW19 6EG Totem Pole which was gifted to the Windsor Great Park SL4 2HT T: +44 (0)300 061 2200 Canal which runs through the valley. T: +44 (0)1784 446 411 Queen from the people of Canada. T: +44 (0)1753 847 543 W: royalparks.org.uk Denham Court Drive W: visitsurrey.com Virginia Water GU25 4QF W: windsorgreatpark.co.uk Uxbridge UB9 5PG T: +44 (0)1753 847 543 KEW GARDENS T: +44 (0)1895 833 375 THE NATIONAL TRUST RUNNYMEDE W: windsorgreatpark.co.uk Justifiably world renowned, the W: colnevalleypark.org.uk Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew offer A National Trust protected site and BUSHY PARK an oasis in the heart of Old Windsor spectacle and delight as well as RHS GARDEN WISLEY is the site where the Magna Carta The Woodland Gardens, with perfectly science. Throughout the year you can The RHS Garden at Wisley is a haven was sealed 800 years ago. The aligned trees leading down to the Diana experience the Palm House, Princess of tranquillity and peace. There are meadows are also home to Fountain and the red and fallow deer of Wales Conservatory and the Rock beautiful gardens to explore at varying striking artworks by Hew that adorn the impressive landscapes Garden. There are Summer cycle times in the year, from the fascinating Locke and Turner-prize are all part of a picturesque scene trails, the Christmas lights installation planting of the Exotic Garden to the winner Mark Wallinger. that welcomes you to Bushy Park, and even music, beautiful plants and familiar Cottage Garden and the Alpine the second largest London park plenty of food options. Meadow. Don’t just look - take part in Windsor Road after Richmond Park. gardening courses and workshops too. Old Windsor SL4 2JL Kew Hampton Court Road Wisley Lane T: +44 (0)1784 432 891 Richmond TW9 3AE Hampton TW12 2EJ Woking GU23 6QB W: nationaltrust.org.uk T: +44 (0)20 8332 5655 T: +44 (0)300 061 2250 W: kew.org T: +44 (0)1483 224 234 W: royalparks.org.uk W: rhs.org.uk 8 9 PUBS & RESTAURANTS “ Good food has become a passion for many people in recent years. I’m pleased to say that providing it has always been a passion for us – especially when it means we can be creative and offer something new.” LOCAL CHEF Eden Grove be part of an exciting community GOOD FOOD IS AT THE HEART OF GOOD LIVING – AND THERE ARE SO MANY OPPORTUNITIES TO ENJOY GOOD FOOD, BOTH IN THE HEART OF STAINES-UPON-THAMES AND IN THE TOWNS AND VILLAGES NEARBY. There has been a food revolution in recent years. The rise of the gastropub has been exciting, while traditional restaurants have been joined by newcomers offering exotic cuisines, and exciting fusion concepts. Eden Grove is near to relaxed riverside bars to award-winning fine dining, and from intimate brasseries to silver service on a country estate. There is food - and a location – for every mood. Local al fresco eating with friends 10 11 Pubs & Restaurants LIMEYARD THE LOCK BAR & KITCHEN PICCOLINO LA GRIGLIA California inspired diner serving Situated on the Thames and part of A stylish, modern concept, where breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner the Runnymede Hotel, The Lock Bar a retractable roof covers half of throughout the week. Easy-going and Kitchen is a rosette restaurant the trend-setting restaurant area, with casual seating and a long with great service and a delightful Piccolino has a classic Italian menu bar that offers a tempting range riverside terrace to enjoy, offering of dishes with fresh ingredients and STOVELL’S of cocktails. modern comfort food to traditional offers a tempting list of wines from This romantic restaurant is set afternoon tea. all over Italy. Two Rivers Retail Park in the walls of a 16th Century Norris Road The Runnymede on Thames Hotel London Road Tudor Farmhouse and is ideal Staines-upon-Thames TW18 4UP Windsor Road Virginia Water GU25 4QE for a traditional Sunday Lunch. T: +44 (0)1784 770 617 Egham TW20 0AG T: +44 (0)1344 844 756 The food is incredibly fresh and W: limeyardrestaurants.com T: +44 (0)1784 220 999 W: individualrestaurants.com combines contemporary flair with W: runnymedehotel.com THE BARN AND THE RESTAURANT the comfortingly familiar to offer a THE RETREAT PUB, RESTAURANT unique take on favourite dishes. LUX II The luxury Michelin starred & BEER GARDEN THREE HORSESHOES Voted one of the top restaurants Restaurant Coworth Park and The 125 Windsor Rd Ideal for a bite to eat or drinks in the An independently owned chic pub, in the area, Lux II is Virginia Water’s Barn are part of the Dorchester Chobham, beer garden. The Retreat is a homely serving a modern menu, tucked away answer to modern Chinese, with Collection and offer a level of service Woking GU24 8QS pub with an extensive British menu and in the quaint local village of Laleham. an extensive menu of flavoursome, and the quality of British cuisine that T: +44 (0)1276 858 000 the best of ‘pub grub’ including steak Ideal after a walk all year round, warm delicious homemade dishes. is second to none - all delivered by W: stovells.com and ale pie and sticky toffee pudding. inside by the fire with a Sunday Roast the executive head chef Adam Smith. 16 Station Approach Staines Road in winter or relax in the garden with a Coworth Park Virginia Water GU25 4DW GILBEY’S BAR AND RESTAURANT Staines-upon-Thames TW18 2RT cold drink in the height of summer.