Winter 2015/2016 ’S AWARD WINNING RIVERSIDE DESTINATION

The Pinnacle of BATTERSEA REACH PLUS Cake Boy YOUR COMMERCIAL NEIGHBOUR Battersea’s newest transport links What’s on in the area:

EXPLORING GARDENS THE PIER ART MARKET INTRODUCTION

Welcome to the Battersea Reach newsletter. Here we aim to deliver updates on the current property market, feature interviews with local Battersea Reach businesses and exciting round ups of what’s going on in the local area.

2 3 RIVERSIDE LIVING

Sales of The Pinnacle have been a huge success, with over 90% sold more than 6 months before completion. The apartments feature floor to ceiling windows and exceptional specification setting new standards for riverside city living. The Pinnacle is now scheduled to be ready for completion at the start of 2016.

The 3 bedroom Sapphire penthouse in Trafalgar House is designed to afford fabulous panoramic views and generous living spaces. Visionary interior design and natural materials create an opulent sanctuary, a place to relax and unwind. Price: £2,650,000*

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Computer generated images are indicative only. *Price correct at time of sending.

For further information, please contact Battersea Reach Sales & Marketing Suite 4 0203 797 2298 / www.batterseareach.com 5 We caught up with Eric at his riverside cake boutique over a dreamy coffee and almond croissant to hear what inspired his move to Battersea Reach, and what exciting plans he has for Cake Boy next.

Cake Boy at Battersea Reach has been Why did you choose to open What new initiatives are you profiled as one the best cafes in south London according to the Wandsworth at Battersea Reach? working on at the moment? Guardian. French celebrity chef and master patissier Eric Lanlard’s impressive Cake Boy has been based at Battersea We always have a lot of exciting things ‘cake boutique’ opened by the Thames in Reach for 8 years so we were one of the going on at Cake Boy. For example, last 2005 and Cake Boy’s consistently great first commercial occupiers here. We run a year we launched a YouTube channel, so reviews have won it a TripAdvisor cookery school from Battersea Reach and every Monday there are new videos with Certificate of Excellence. wanted somewhere that was accessible recipes - we call it ‘Baking Mad Mondays’. but also looked fantastic, as we have Full details of the café’s opening hours and people that come from across London We have a great afternoon tea here menus, the cookery school’s forthcoming to visit us. Our regular visitors know the and we very often get visitors on Red schedule and events as well as other chefs and they can just pop into the shop, Letter Days enjoying packages such as exciting projects can be found on Cake order a cake and we make it for them Champagne & Macaroons, so Cake Boy Boy’s website www.cake-boy.co.uk, or straight away. at Battersea Reach really is becoming why not pop in to find out first hand! a destination. We discovered very quickly that there are YOUR a lot of offices nearby and what’s great is that many of these like to use Cake Boy to Top Tips: host their meetings. They are able to book As you’ll see down at Battersea Reach our big table towards the back of the shop there is so much lavender at the moment and we have PowerPoint facilities and WiFi so we also have a beautiful orange and for them to use. A lot of the local residents fresh lavender cake which is gluten and COMMERCIAL also work from home so they often use lactose free - it tastes delicious even if NEIGHBOUR Cake Boy as their second office. you’re not on a specialist diet! 6 7 Representation AN Plus We are pleased to announce that Representation Plus and their subsidiary First Public Relations are now in occupation of Ascensis House, Battersea Reach. Representation Plus, established EXCLUSIVE in 1987 is a full service marketing company specialising in the travel, tourism and leisure industries. WATERSIDE Fonehouse The mobile phone provider, Fonehouse will shortly occupy the ground floor unit of Genoa House, Battersea Reach, which COMMUNITY will be their new Head Office in the UK. Farr Vintners Authentic Pilates Cycle Republic Entourage Security Farr Vintners is the world’s leading fine wine At Authentic Pilates we embrace the concept of having a healthy mind in a healthy October saw the recent opening of Cycle Republic’s newest Entourage Security Management Ltd was established in 2007, wholesaler and from Winter 2015 they will have body. Here you can experience the Classical Method the way it was intended branch at Battersea Reach – a move to further support the local with a vision to create a security company driven by service their new UK Headquarters in Commodore House, by Joseph Pilates. Our diverse and unique team of instructors can help achieve thriving cycling community. One of the UK’s fastest growing excellence as a first priority, coupled with a clear understanding Battersea Reach. They specialise predominantly in your goals. Our equipment, made by well-known manufacturer GRATZ, uses specialist cycling retailers with a new 3,500 sq. ft. store located in of tailoring security to each of our clients’ unique business the top wines of Bordeaux, of which they are one of the exact same design originally developed by the father of Pilates himself and Quarter House, bringing an exciting and exclusive range of bikes, needs and profile. Entourage has grown steadily, opening a Europe’s biggest stockholders and they offer an in has proven to be the most effective because of its precision, allowing the full parts, accessories and clothing, with the addition of a workshop prestigious London Head Office at Battersea Reach in Ascensis depth selection of the finest wines from around the benefit of the true Pilates. For details about classes please call: 0207 199 2060 team on hand for essential servicing, maintenance and repairs. Tower. Fundamentally, the company understands that service world to both trade and private clients. or e-mail [email protected]. For details please call: 0208 870 6009 or visit the website: quality can only be maintained through leadership excellence, www.cyclerepublic.com. commitment and communication. Arch Angle Limited Arch Angle Limited are an architectural design studio, specialised in high end residential and non- residential projects. Their aim is to establish living spaces sensitive to material, colour, texture and natural elements along with creating a sense of place, where people feel more human, more alive, more fulfilled. Arch Angle offer professional services from concept to completion stages, with emphasis on the architect as the organiser, taking the initiatives necessary to produce successful design of buildings and interiors.

8 9 OUTSTANDINGF I N C H L E Y Cycling in London

Wembley Hampstead Stadium Heath TRANSPORTH A M P S T E A D LINKS River Bus ServicesS T J O H N ’ S W O O D I S L I N G T O N

Regent’s Park

C I T Y M A I D A VA L E King’s Cross St Paul’s Cathedral E A L I N G Selfridges Westfield Shopping M AY FA I R Tower of Centre Hyde Park London L I M E H O U S E Buckingham K N I G H T S B R I D G E 8 Tate Modern 10 12 London City Airport Heathrow Airport E A L I N G Palace S H E P H E R D ’ S B U S H Westfield Shopping Royal Albert Hall St Katharine Whilst many will enjoy the new fleet of Riverbuses, others may Centre Docks Harvey Nichols prefer to take to the Cycle Superhighway, a 5.1 mile pathway designated to cyclists from Wandsworth to Westminster, 7 9 Tower Bridge Waterloo 11 crossing the at Chelsea Bridge. Harrods The O2 Houses of London Eye C H I S W I C K Parliament London C H E L S E A Bridge In fact, recent research collated by multiple estate agents Victoria including Benham & Reeves and Marsh & Parsons confirms an 5 6 increase in enquiries into the proximity of a new residence to a cycle hire scheme, adding to the investment potential of the Battersea Park 4 Battersea Reach development. K E W F U L H A M B AT T E R S E A

Kew 3 Gardens Did you know? 1 Clapham You can find bikes to hire all around London as well as many Common R I C H M O N D 2 leisure cycle routes that have developed. P U T N E Y Remember to wear a helmet when cycling through London’s busy Richmond traffic as well as reflective clothing and make sure your lights are Park working. For cycling tips and events we recommend you to have a look at the London cycling campaign, which features all the latest Gatwick Airport Map Key news, maps and a journey planner. 1 Wandsworth Riverside Quarter Pier 5 9 Wimbledon2 Putney Pier 6 10 Blackfriars Pier Common3 Plantation Wharf (coming soon) 7 Westminster Pier 11 Butler’s Wharf Pier 4 Pier 8 12 St Catherine Pier Formula E at The River Thames is a ribbon of Residents of Battersea Reach are soon becomes more than a simple journey, K I N G S TactivityO N that runs the width of London, to benefit from a further advantage of it becomes a real experience. This new connecting St George developments living on the edge of the River Thames. opening will bring the Riverbus Service Battersea Park from Kew Bridge in the west to London The Riverbus Service will call at the new to four St George developments in total: In keeping with these environmentally Dock in the east. Plantation Wharf pier, located between Battersea Reach, Chelsea Creek, friendly methods of travel, the area the Wandsworth and Battersea Bridges, and One Blackfriars. surrounding Battersea Reach recently Up until now, this celebrated waterway providing an alternative transport method With passenger numbers on the Riverbus hosted the Formula E event. has provided St George residents with when moving around London. Service expected to double to 12 million picturesque views, activities such as per year by 2020, this new wharf is part The event was held in the summer at kayaking and dragon boat racing and This new service will allow residents to of a grand expansion plan which will see Battersea Park, a short distance from access to quintessentially British events travel through London by boat, as easily fuel-efficient catamarans sweeping up the development, the all-electric motorsport race included 15 turns such as the Oxbridge Boat Race. as taking a train journey. Tickets can be and down the River Thames. bought on board or passengers can use around the 2.92km track. their . Commuting in London

10 11 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE Trafalgar House • Notices have been served for the completion of the first Shared Ownership apartments.

• Completions of all apartments up to Level 6 are on programme to be completed by late Winter 2015.

• Finishing works are in progress to the Level 7 and 8 Penthouse apartments.

• The external works to Trafalgar House are now well advanced and due for completion in line with the plot completions.

The Pinnacle • The external envelope of the building is nearing completion

• Internal fit-out works are currently in progress for Levels 1 to 13.

• External works are in progress to the South and West elevations. Market Overview

Battersea Reach goes from strength to strength, as each new The London investor market has been attracted by the phase completes, offering a high specification at a competitive reasonable prices and attractive yields of Battersea Reach and price. The development is increasing in popularity with buyers the local UK market with a taste for modern living remains a looking for apartments that feature sensational river views and strong demographic. exceptional living areas. While the London property market continues to change This area of Wandsworth is seeing a lot of regeneration and from a post code lead market to one that favours excellence development, with an increase in local amenities. Battersea in product, St George offers buyers this in abundance at Reach has a range of shops, bars and cafes to ensure that Battersea Reach. residents have everything they need without having to venture too far, but if required Wandsworth Town railway is moments away. Battersea Reach continues to be popular with the young, professional renter and offers a good balance of quality of lifestyle The vista of the development clearly demonstrates what a well- and value for money thanks to its location south of the river. Good designed and attractive development Battersea Reach has access in and out of London is a draw and the surrounding areas Meridian & become, with eclectic designs and contrasting cladding and go from strength to strength. Nautical House architectural styles, ensuring an interesting local skyline. The property market in Battersea and Wandsworth has primarily • The substructure works to the latest phase of the been period style properties and Battersea Reach has gone development commenced in June 2015 and piling some way to provide local and international buyers a modern, works remain in progress. well designed alternative.

• The superstructure frame is on programme has commenced

12 13 WHAT’S ON IN THE AREA Outdoor in Battersea Affordable ART FAIR ZOO Battersea Park Why not enjoy a family day out 22-25 October, 2015 at Battersea Zoo? In the heart of Battersea Park, the zoo is home After visiting Battersea Park for the last 15 years and being to meerkats, lemurs, monkeys, one of the most attended art sheep, goats and wallabies as fairs in London, The Affordable well as many other wonderful Art Fair’s formula is simple: a species. You can take part in one of the many relaxed, inspiring environment feeding sessions that take place throughout and a diverse range of quality, the day, or simply relax around the outdoor contemporary art at affordable prices. The Affordable Art Fair aims to play area, where children can enjoy the mini make art fun and accessible, and regardless of whether you’re making trampoline, the tree house, slides and tunnels. your first or fifteenth visit, feel free to explore, ask questions, fall in love, and ultimately, leave as an art collector!

FIREWORKS Barbara Hepworth: The annual feel-good fireworks display returns to Battersea Park on Saturday 7th November, SCULPTURE FOR with tickets soon available for purchase on the A MODERN WORLD www.wandsworth.gov.uk website. Event Timings: 6:00 pm - Gates open, bar and food open Tate Britain Until Sunday October 25 2015 7:30pm - Bonfire 8:00 pm - Fireworks display Book now to see Barbara Hepworth, one of the leading sculptors of the 20th century. This retrospective of one of Britain’s greatest artists features many of her most significant and beautiful sculptures in wood, stone and bronze alongside rarely seen works. In addition to sculpture the show features fascinating photographs that have never been seen before in public, rarely seen textiles, collages, film and selected works by her peers and predecessors from Jacob Epstein to Henry Moore.

EFG London Jazz Festival 2015 The Putney Pier VENUES VARYING ART MARKET ACROSS LONDON

Putney Embankment London 10am to 4pm, first Sunday of every month 13th - 22nd November 5 July 2015 - 1 November 2015 The EFG London Jazz Festival 2015 Browse and buy local arts and crafts, whilst strolling returns this November with a cracking along the beautiful river. Meet local artists and line-up. Now in its twenty-third year, craftspeople selling high-quality, affordable work. it’s evolved into an internationally Explore the water colour and oil paintings, ceramics, mixed renowned celebration of jazz, media, graphics, glass, jewellery, photography, textiles, wood delivering a mix of world-class artists carving/furniture, sculpture and illustrations. All of which are and emerging stars. Headliners in recent years have included legends original work from emerging and established talent. such as Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea and the late Ornette Coleman. Shows already sold out include Melody Gardot, Kurt Elling, Gilles Go along from 10am - 4pm on the first Sunday of the month Peterson with Kamasi Washington, Gogo Penguin and Lynne Page, so on the Embankment between the Thai Square Restaurant book early for the shows you’d like to see. and Thames Place. www.efglondonjazzfestival.or

14 15 COMING SOON

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