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AUTUMN 2018 LOCAL HISTORY ART & CULTURE REVIVAL

Time for to begin the The dreaded The 2018 Turner Prize is Goodwood Revival is all annual hunker down and get with epidemics of dysentery, awarded to artists for their about motoring, aviation, ready for the cooler months. scurvy and other horrors. work in the previous year. atmosphere and dressing up.

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Welcome

Welcome to the third issue of our magazine. The ‘Indian Summer’ has had its last breath and you can start to feel the bite of cooler mornings. In the Autumn issue of the Square, we are focussing on hunkering down for the cosiest of seasons. Create your own autumnal preserves in our homemade cookery focus; explore the history of the dreaded Millbank Prison in our new local history feature; and finally, escape to the Highlands of Scotland for an adventurous getaway on our very doorstep. This time of year, there is plenty to indulge in.

Neil Miller-Chalk Editorial Director

Contributors:

Joseph Pierce Bryan McMorran Laura Wilson Imogen Lepere Editor Feature Writer Photographer Imogen Lepere is an award- After graduating from the A salesman, consultant and Laura is a Brighton based winning wordsmith based in University of Portsmouth with connoisseur, Bryan has been lifestyle, food, travel and with a lot to say on an MA in History, Joseph has involved in buying and selling commercial photographer. food, travel and pretty much been working as a freelance some of the world’s finest cars everything else… writer, editor and novelist. for over 25 years.

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Contents

Inside this issue of The Square 12 TURNER PRIZE 2018 The Thames The Turner Prize is awarded to a single artist and three Two cranes guard runners up for their work in Battersea Power Station and though they have been scrubbed up, the previous year. and are now almost fresh and young, I see them as I always have: rusting and defiant, like tarred rigging, or cobwebs in cable knit, made to shift coal out of barges 24 towed by tugs called Reliant or Steadfast THE DREADED to fuel boilers to light London MILLBANK PRISON and to send waste heat in pipes For much of its time, Millbank to council flats served as a holding facility where once fields and manor houses stood and where Sir Thomas More for convicted prisoners before educated daughters. they were transported to Australia. R 30 SCOTLAND THE QUICK GETAWAY Time to get away from the city and into the mountains of Scotland. We travel to the Cairngorms National Park. 16 SPREAD THE LOVE Preparing your own seasonal preserves is 28 a quick, simple way to harness AUTUMN, A TIME FOR WALKS... autumn’s bounty and make the Where better to stretch your transition from summer a little legs than the Long Walk at the more palatable. foot of Windsor Castle. 4 5

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AT THE THEATRE Halloween events WHERE TO WATCH THE FIREWORKS This autumn For your spooky season... Bonfire Night 2018

The theatre scene is aglow Remember, remember, in London. What’s more, it’s this autumn. the 5th November as the free, courtesy of Lewisham commemoration of the failed council – leaving you plenty Ian McKellen brings his plot of Guy Fawkes and his of change to indulge in some stellar performance of King gang will once again take seasonal treats. Donations are Lear from the screen to the place across London. encouraged. West End stage in a show of the same name running from 11th July to the 3rd Central London North London November at the Duke of York’s Theatre. Battersea Park Fireworks Alexandra Palace Fireworks The Tina Turner musical, TINA, debuted in April 2018 The display in Battersea Park Festival with phenomenal reviews. will be on the 3rd November With views stretching across The raucous musical comedy, The Book of with an array of colourful London and plenty of family Mormon, finishes its run at The Prince of Wales pyrotechnics. activities to enjoy, the annual Theatre on the 13th October. Tickets will go on sale two-day Alexandra Palace Fireworks Festival has become Following on from glowing reviews and multiple September 2018. one of the top Bonfire Night awards for its six-month international tour, The Play East London events in London. Activities that Goes Wrong has been renewed at the Duchess Halloween this year falls on Wednesday 31st October 2018 Blackheath Fireworks include DJ sets, a German Theatre for the considerable future. The Blackheath display makes beer festival, funfair and ice Lastly, Matthew Lopez’s epic two part drama, The FANCY DRESS HIRE a great evening out for family skating. There’s plenty for all Inheritance: Parts 1 & 2, transfers to the West Ends’ and friends looking to enjoy ages at this firework show. Noel Coward Theatre following a hugely successful the fireworks in a buzzing www.fireworks.london sell-out run at the Young Vic earlier this year. Angels Fancy Dress atmosphere. Regularly hosting The family run fancy dress hire shop, Morris Angel & Son Ltd Alexandra Palace, London. have provided fancy dress costumes for everything from West more than 80,000 people, and Friday 2nd and Saturday 3rd End shows and corporate events to house parties and big nights set in one of London’s largest November 2018 For more information on the above, visit out since 1840. Pay them a visit and let them help you perfect outdoor spaces, it’s one of the www.londontheatre.co.uk your look. biggest Bonfire Night events www.angelsfancydress.com T: 020 7836 5678 E: [email protected] National Theatre Costume Hire Visit the National Theatre Costume Hire to discover the thousands of costumes available. With a collection of more than 60,000 costumes, plus a wide range of accessories, there is something for everyone. By appointment only. www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/costume-and-props-hire 1-3 Brixton Road, London, SW9 6DE T: 020 7587 0404

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The prestigious Turner Prize was established by the Patrons of New Art, to be awarded annually to a single artist and three runners up for outstanding presentation or exhibition of their work in the previous year. 2018 will once again see the Prize exhibitions run at the Gallery from the 25th September through to the 6th January, and this year is offering free entry to anyone aged 25 and under for the first 25 days of the exhibition, thanks to a new partnership with BNP Paribas.

Portrait of Luke Willis Thompson, Turner Prize 2018 Shortlisted Artist. Image courtesy of the artist.

Luke Willis Thompson, autoportrait, 2017. Installation view, Chisenhale Gallery. Commissioned by Chisenhale Gallery and produced in partnership with Create. Courtesy of the artist. Photo: Andy Keate. Saydnaya_1: Saydnaya prison, as reconstructed by Forensic Architecture using architectural and acoustic modelling. Image: Forensic Architecture, 2016 Art & Culture 2018 Turner Prize Since 1984, the Turner Prize has exhibited some of the best new developments in the British visual arts… 2018’s Turner Prize jury was announced last year and consisted of such names as Oliver Basciano, prominent art critic and editor at ArtReview; Elena Filipovic, Director at the German art institute, Kunsthalle Basel; Lisa LeFeuvre, Head of Sculpture Studies at the Henry Moore Institute; and Tom McCarthy, writer and novelist. Alex Farquharson, Director at and chair of the Turner Prize jury, was overjoyed to announce the new line- up, as well as expressing his excitement over the new changes to the award in allowing artists of any age to be considered for the prize. The 2018 prize will continue that new approach by allowing artists over the age of fifty to short-list. 12 13 THE SQUARE - ISSUE 3 AUTUMN THE SQUARE - ISSUE 3 AUTUMN

Naeem Mohaiemen, Tripoli Cancelled, 2017, single channel film.Commissioned by documenta 14. Co-commissioned by Sharjah Art Foundation and Art Jameel. Additional support by Locus Athens, Hellinikon AE, and Experimenter.

As of April 26th 2018, the 2018 Prize jury had chosen their four artists to be short-listed for the esteemed award. The nominees are Forensic Architecture, Naeem Mohaiemen, Charlotte Prodger and Luke Willis Thompson. Forensic Architecture were praised by the jury for their innovative methods of conveying evidence of human rights abuses around the world in law courts and art exhibitions; Naeem Forensic Architecture Mohaiemen caught the jury’s attention with his film’s unique approach to social history and exploration of post-colonial identity, exile and migration; Charlotte Prodger has been recognised for her film’s approaches to identity politics and the queer perspective; and Luke Willis Thompson was praised for his representations of race and police violence in society through film and performance.

Appreciators of the prize will have to wait until December for the winner to be revealed at the live awards ceremony. This year’s Prize award is £40,000, £25,000 for the winner and £5,000 for the three runners up.

Charlotte Prodger. Portrait Photo: Emile Holba 2018

Counter Investigations: Forensic Architecture Charlotte Prodger BRIDGIT, 2016. Single channel at the Institute of Contemporary Arts, Installation video with sound, 32 Minutes. All images courtesy View. Photo by Mark Blower of the artist, Koppe Astner, Glasgow and Hollybush Gardens, London. Video Still.

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Spread The Love By Imogen Lepere Preparing your own seasonal preserves Many people bemoan the death of summer, but I ginger and apple chutney. Pear and fig jam with a look forward to it. I actually count down the days hint of cinnamon to add warmth to chilly evenings. A is a quick, simple way to harness until the August bank holiday, and not because personal favourite is elderberry jelly with lemon and a I’m raring to join the madness on the M4 or fight decadent glug of cassis, my secret weapon for adding autumn’s bounty and make the my way into an overcrowded pub garden. It’s depth to game casseroles. As with most cooking, I transition from summer a little more the bit after all that I get excited about, when it’s find that booze is almost always a good idea when it time once again to conceal my lack of sun tan comes to preserving. Other than that, throw in half a palatable, says Imogen Lepere under a Scandi knit, scrub the kitchen surfaces teaspoon of butter to minimise frothing on jams and and conjure up neat armies of sterilised jars. jellies and you won’t go far wrong. With a pantry full of jewel-coloured jars, winter is looking bright… When you think about it, preserving is a minor miracle. Each tempting pot in your pantry is a time capsule. No matter what season it is, open it up and beside the smell of tangy chutney you will also release wafts How to sterilise jars of nostalgia for the golden afternoons and generous bounty of autumn. It’s a way of preserving good Wash jars in warm soapy water and rinse. memories, like that country walk that ended in a sticky- Put them and their loose lids into a large fingered foraging mission, making sure no produce pan of boiling water for 10 minutes, before goes to waste and continuing a delicious culinary removing them with a spoon and filling tradition that stretches back as far as Paleolithic times. while they’re still warm.

I still vividly remember my grandmother testing her damson jelly to see if it was set. She kept a saucer in the freezer and would spoon a ruby-coloured dollop onto it, before nudging it gently with the tip of her finger. If it wrinkled but held its shape, the magic point had been reached and we were mere hours away How to seal preserves from spooning it liberally onto fresh soda bread. You can also test jams with a sugar thermometer – they Place canning rings and lids into a are set once the temperature hits 160C. saucepan of water and bring to the boil. Meanwhile, fill the sterilised jars, still When it comes to flavours, you’re spoilt for choice. If warm, with your preserve, leaving ½ inch you’re lucky enough to have a big garden it will be a at the top. Put on the lid, then screw on kaleidoscope of fruit, vegetables and herbs at this time the canning ring and lower the jars back of year, and for the rest of us, British-grown produce into the pan of boiling water. Boil for 10 is at its most abundant. John Keats was spot on when minutes, before carefully leaving them to he described these months as a time of ‘mellow cool overnight on a clean towel. fruitfulness’ in his poem ‘An Ode to Autumn’. Fragrant marmalade with rosewater. Firm quince cheese. Tangy

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Make your own: Butternut A Bit on Squash Chutney the Side Come early autumn, the Pimlico branch of Daylesford Organic is a trove of seasonal fruit From kitchen gadgets to and vegetables grown on their sustainable Pimlico’s freshest produce, farm in the Cotswolds. Daylesford founder here are Imogen Lepere’s Carole Bamford shares one of her favourite autumnal preserve recipes here… top buys to keep your preserving experience

Choose a butternut squash with a really bright orange sweet. flesh, rather than a pale one, if possible, as otherwise the tomatoes, brown sugar and raisins will dull down the colour. Also look for a tight flesh, not loose and broken, as this way you will get a bit more texture to your chutney. 1. The little black dress of preserving jars, Le Parfait makes quality products designed to last. Ingredients From £5.25. leparfait.co.uk 2 large butternut squash (about 1.5 kg), peeled, seeds removed, flesh finely chopped Natoora, just off Sloane Square, 500g tomatoes, roughly chopped 2. specialises in rare seasonal fruit and 500g onions, finely chopped vegetables from small producers, or 500g cooking apples, finely chopped buy direct from the growers at Pimlico Farmer’s Market. Saturdays, 9-1PM. 500ml cider vinegar natoora.co.uk lfm.org.uk 500g soft brown sugar 250g raisins 2 teaspoons sea salt 3.Avoid mess by using a wide necked funnel when spooning preserves from 1 teaspoon mixed spice pan to jar. £7.49. lakeland.co.uk ½ teaspoon black pepper

4.The Modern Preserver: Chutneys, Put the squash, tomatoes, onions, apples, vinegar, pickles, jams and more (Square Peg, and all the rest of the ingredients into a heavy-based 2015) by Kylee Newton is bursting with pan with 250ml of water. Bring to the boil, stirring practical ideas and original recipes frequently to prevent sticking on the bottom of the inspired by her childhood in New pan, then turn down the heat and simmer for 1½ Zealand. £20. newtonandpott.co.uk hours – again stirring regularly – until the mixture has thickened and there is only a little liquid left in the pan. Take off the heat. 5.No time to make your own? Ladle Have ready your hot, sterilised jars, fill them with the & Larder’s chutneys are seriously hot chutney, close the jars, then seal in a pan of flavoursome and they’re handmade in boiling water. small batches in South London. £4. ladleandlarder.co.uk

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LOCAL GHOST WALK Spooky Walk, run or quickly stroll 54 min (2.7 miles) Mostly flat

Eccleston Square, Pimlico The elegant houses of this square were intended for the wealthy middle classes however there are rumours of a shadowy figure dressed in rags to be spotted.

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Morpeth Arms Gin & vodka aren’t the only spirits that have set up home at the Morpeth Arms. It is said to be haunted. In the basement there are holding cells which were used to hold prisoners of ‘Millbank Penitentiary’. Prisoners would be held in these cells before being shipped off down under to Australia. 58 Millbank, Westminster, London SW1P 4RW

Millbank Penitentiary The former site of Millbank Penitentiary extends from beneath Tate Britain to Millbank Estate which was built over this turbulent site. Westminster, London SW1P 4HU

Apollo Victoria Theatre Built on top of an ancient ley line it is said to be one of London’s more gently haunted theatres with frequent sightings of a laughing and singing girl. 17 Wilton Rd, Pimlico, London SW1V 1LG

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“It was a large prison, with many courts Local History and passages so like one another, and so uniformly paved, that I seemed to gain a new comprehension, as I passed along, of the The Dreaded fondness that solitary prisoners, shut up among the same staring walls from year to year, have Millbank Prison had for a weed, or a stray blade of grass.”

Charles Dickens, Bleak House.

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Historical Plan of the Millbank Penitentary Buildings

Millbank Penitentiary’s allotment and burial ground, 1860s

Unfortunately, issues with the design were not the only Remnants of the old prison still remain in a number The prison’s main function thing to plague the prison, as epidemics of dysentery, The prison’s decline of forms as much of the local area pays homage to The first prisoners were sentenced on the 26th June scurvy and other malicious diseases ran rampant. As a result of its numerous shortcomings, the institution its painted history; a large amount of the Millbank 1816 and consisted entirely of women - the men In 1849, the prison was devastated by the cholera remained in operation only until the advent of the Estate was built using the original bricks of the prison; were not admitted until January of 1817. Design epidemic (helped in no small part by the stagnant newly constructed Pentonville Prison in 1846, which archaeological remains have been found of Robert issues plagued its early years, as many staff moat that surrounded the 16 acres of marshland). quickly replaced Millbank as the National Penitentiary. Smirke’s original concrete raft used to combat the members became lost, inventing chalked codes to From that point, Millbank was reorganised into inhospitable marshes; a bollard still stands vigil navigate around its three miles of gloomy passages. First considerations a staging post for extradition to Australia. Each beside the Thames at the point where prisoners were sentenced to transportation to Australia; and parts of In 1799, philosopher and founder of modern convict would endure a three-month stint in solitary the perimeter ditch can still be seen if you take a walk Utilitarianism, , purchased a plot of confinement before their deportation was arranged. in between Cureton Street and Ponsonby Place. land situated between Erasmus Street and the Thames By 1850, 4,000 convicts were being transported on a river. Upon this site, he conceived of a new style of yearly basis. prison to serve as England’s National Penitentiary. Taking its name from the many-eyed, all-watching In 1857, large scale deportation was drastically Greek God, Panoptes, Bentham’s revolutionary prison reduced, but remained in operation until 1867. design, the Panopticon, allowed guards to watch over Millbank Prison then underwent a number of changes the 1,500 prisoners in organised pentagonal blocks. in circumstance; becoming a local prison and then a military prison, before closing entirely in 1890. The A difficult construction 70-year-old institution then faced a lengthy and sporadic demolition until 1903. An architectural competition was then held, from which Sandhurst’s William Williams emerged What is on the land now victorious, and construction began that same year. The construction faced numerous difficulties, however, Over the course of Millbank’s progressive dissolution, as the marshy conditions of the land proved a new buildings were constructed on the site, most complicated problem to tackle. The prison got through notably the of British Art - now known two consecutive architects before being completed by as Tate Britain. This was shortly followed by the Royal Millbank Prison would have been a foreboding sight Robert Smirke in 1821. Army Medical School which was later adapted to become the Chelsea College of Art & Design. Millbank Penitentiary’s ditch is still present today

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Days out should be a given right, and sometimes a single day away from city-life is all that’s needed to recharge the batteries. Since the Royal town of Windsor is just an hour away from Pimlico by rail, it seems like the ideal destination for a day of wandering, refreshment and relaxation.

From Pimlico tube station, travel one stop to , You can then finish your walk back at the Two Brewer’s then board the train from Vauxhall, towards Windsor Pub and Restaurant on the corner of Park Street – an and Eton Riverside. The trip will take a mere hour and establishment with a colourful history stretching back eight minutes before you can step off to the charming to the 12th century AD. At lunchtime why not enjoy a hot town of Eton beside the Thames. The well-known or cold sandwich or selection of pub classics. If your college of the same name is just a few minutes’ walk strays into the evening, settle down with the Two walk down Eton High Street which itself is laden with Brewer’s dinner menu of 8 oz steaks, roasted lamb boutique shops, cafés and coffee houses for a quick rumps, puddings and cheeses galore. Four traditional stop-off. Sunday roasts of rib-eye, pork belly and crackling, leg of lamb and corn fed chicken are available, provided Due south is the marvellous Windsor Castle and its you have booked ahead of course. Tables go fast! Long Walk, the now internationally renowned site of the Royal Wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Harry and Megan. The Long Walk stretches 2.65 miles southwards from the Castle through ornately organised countryside and natural deer parks – all Country Pub: for the public to roam. There are a number of walks available for the avid stroller, but the most popular The Two of them is the journey from Windsor down to the gorgeous – and age-old royal destination – Virginia Brewers Water, filled with luxurious gardens and breath-taking lake vistas. Weekender A Stroll through Windsor and Eton: Autumn Leaves just over an hour from Autumn is a time for walks through the country, and where better to stretch your Pimlico legs than the Long Walk at the foot of Autumnal pub outside Windsor Castle and Great Windsor Castle. Park with local beers, food and outdoor seating. 34 Park St, Windsor SL4 1LB Telephone: 01753 855426 twobrewerswindsor.co.uk

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Travel A time comes when the hustle and bustle of Pimlico to modern life becomes too much, and the desire sets in for the simpler things. Perhaps it is time to get away from the city – away from the Cairngorms rush hours and hour-long lunch breaks – and into the mountains of the North where time stands still.

Pimlico King’s Cross Edinburgh Stirling and Glencoe Isle of Skye Aviemore Cairngorms Falkirk Mountains

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Pimlico King’s Cross Edinburgh Stirling and Glencoe Isle of Skye Aviemore Cairngorms Falkirk Mountains

King’s Cross truly is a wonderful station. Go West Yes, it is filled with ruthless commuters, and yes, unless that magical space A number of choices must now be made; the first of which being whether or not to drive. Should you between platforms 9 and 10 somehow feel more comfortable with your hands behind the whisks you away to the Highlands of wheel, then Arnold Clark offers reasonable rates on Scotland and the world of witchcraft and car rentals on a variety of models for your highland adventure. Situated just outside Edinburgh, your wizardry, it can seem a tad disappointing new set of wheels will be ready to pull you away – and yet adventure is there, should you westwards, towards lands of astonishing natural feel inclined to take the leap. beauty. Stop off at the historical towns of Stirling and Falkirk before heading into the serene peacefulness Pack your bags for an adventure and head from Pimlico of the Loch Lomond National Park. Take some time to to King’s Cross station. Hidden amongst the strobing enjoy the trail through the Glencoe Mountain range on text of orange against black lies the platform for the one of the most beautiful roads in the world, the A82, Edinburgh service – get on it. Within four and half hours, before heading over the newly constructed bridge to you will have been whisked away northwards, past the the Isle of Skye and its truly breath-taking vistas. The Midlands’ wide-open landscapes, through the scenic West of Scotland is yours to roam. cities of York and Newcastle, and into a land of untamed It is well worth noting that a car is not a necessity when expanse. navigating this wonderous landscape; Scottish Rail You have now arrived at Edinburgh Waverley offers an easy and incredibly friendly alternative to – a stunning station situated at the centre of an car rental that is not only efficient but highly enjoyable. extraordinary city. Venture up above ground to Embark on the same route by train, or perhaps turn experience a fantastic array of shops and historical your attention north to the magnificent Cairngorm landmarks and climb the remarkable landmass that is National Park. Arthur’s Seat for a beautiful panorama of the city. Take it in, and perhaps book a room in one of Edinburgh’s extravagant hotels for a much-needed pampering.

“a car is not a necessity when navigating this wonderous landscape”

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Pimlico King’s Cross Edinburgh Stirling and Glencoe Isle of Skye Aviemore Cairngorms Falkirk Mountains

Hit the North

From Edinburgh Waverley station, catch the line In autumn, the snow will be returning to the mountains, towards a small mountain town named Aviemore. so skiing may well be on the horizon – otherwise, Depending on the season of your stay, Aviemore has should the season have yet to start, take a hike up an immense and varied amount to offer in terms of into the mountain range and stand at the foot of Ben accommodation and activities. Should convenience Macdui, the second highest mountain in the UK. Climb be of import, then check into the Cairngorm hotel it, should the mood strike you, but be sure to bring directly opposite Aviemore station for gourmet dining supplies, as hikes in these mountains can be as intense and luxurious accommodation, or, alternatively, you as they are rewarding. could take a short taxi ride to the Coylumbridge Hilton situated only five minutes up the road. A B&B may be After your high-altitude adventure, you will probably on the cards if relaxation is your goal, so book yourself be in need of a stiff drink. Contrary to popular belief, into the Old Minister’s House for a welcoming stay with Scotland is not only exclusive to whisky lovers – it also wonderfully warm reviews. Otherwise, if adventure has a vibrant and thriving gin culture. There are plenty calls, check into either of Aviemore’s local campsites – of small gin distilleries dotted around the Cairngorms, the Glenmore campsite on the bank of the scenic Loch many of which offer tours of the distilling process and Morlich, or the Rothiemurchus campsite, buried within tastings for the avid gin connoisseur. an ancient pine forest. Now you are reaching the end of your Highland Now that you are in the UK’s largest National Park, adventure. Breathe the last of the fresh Highland air you are free to explore the region’s stunning mountain and return to Edinburgh from Aviemore station. By all ranges. Catch one of the regular buses into the means remain a while longer should your schedule Cairngorm mountains and take a ride on the funicular permit it; otherwise, take the Edinburgh Waverley railway to the tip of the ski resort. Whilst you are 3,500 to King’s Cross, content with memories of towering feet in the air, make sure to take in the beauty of mountains, glittering lochs and the experience Scotland and perhaps even post a letter back home of a lifetime. from the UK’s highest post box.

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Back to the Future Time travel has fascinated many for decades. Scientists will tell you that it is near impossible to Goodwood Revival achieve, yet for a few days in September, I can prove By Bryan McMorran that it is a relatively simple process. Just drive to West Sussex, Goodwood in particular, and you will be amazed at how easy it can be.

The Goodwood Revival celebrates its 20th anniversary And that is before you get to the grids full of some of in 2018, and at no point can it be accused of growing the world’s finest and most expensive racing machines wearisome. The thrill of seeing fields full of shining you can imagine. Where the many-million-pound chrome in the classic car parks, to the funfair full of old Ferrari swap paint with the rare-as-hen’s-teeth Aston rides of yesteryear such as the Wall of Death, will send Martins, there isn’t any other event like it in the world. you into a retroist’s delight, and that’s before you step And no other gives you the opportunity to stand inside the circuit itself. shoulder-to-shoulder with track heroes such as Stirling Moss, Derek Bell, Jacky Ickx, and so many more.

Irrespective of whether you are passionate about classic cars, or have a mere passing interest, the Goodwood Revival is simply unmissable.

The thing about the Revival, which I have always said to anyone visiting for the first time and unsure about the whole “dressing-up” thing, is that you will stand out like a sore thumb if you don’t. From gate staff checking tickets to programme sellers, racing driver to mechanics, visitors to entertainers, Revival is all about the atmosphere. Sailors and airmen. Seamed stockings to tweed. Laurel & Hardy to Steve McQueen. They’re all in there, and for that one weekend at the end of summer, retro is the future.

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Fancy Hair Do Retromania Pimlico

COLLUM HAIR

A hidden hairdressing gem nestled in the heart of Dolphin Square. Collum Hair has been an integral part of the square for over seventeen years,

A fantastic service from start to finish with stylists trained to the very top of their profession, who take pride in the quality of their work. All of their stylists regularly attend refresher and development courses at the Wella and L’Oreal studios ensuring clients receive great service. Collum Hair is renowned for outstanding hair colouring expertise, coupled with precision cutting techniques, allowing customers to achieve the perfect look.

Contact Sarah Jane at Collum Hair 7 Dolphin Square East Side, Pimlico, London SW1V 3LX Tel: 020 7798 6798

Goodwood is RETROMANIA Destination shop for funky retro, designer only a 1hr 45 min apparel and memorabilia run by a charity. 6 Upper Tachbrook Street, train journey from Pimlico, London SW1V 1SH Telephone: 020 7630 7406

London Victoria, via Also check out Modes & More vintage clothing store 44 Moreton Street, Pimlico, London SW1V 2PB Chichester station Telephone: 020 7828 1325

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THE URBAN GARDENER Autumn Diary

SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER

Planting for spring Cut back Wind up, leaves down Time to start planting spring-flowering Cut back hardy perennials that have finished flowering Wind and rain are on the increase and the final leaves bulbs for next year such as daffodils, crocuses are falling. Tender plants will need protecting from frost, and hyacinths Rhubarb gales and freezing rains

Divide established rhubarb crowns to Collect for next season create new plants Birds Collect and sow seed from perennials November can be a tough time for birds in terms of and hardy annuals Herbaceous water and food, so keep supplies well topped up Divide herbaceous perennials Keep on... Hellebores Keep on watering new plants, using rain Move Hellebores (sometimes known as the Christmas or grey water if possible Move tender plants, including aquatic ones, or Lenten rose) can be encouraged to flower a little earlier, into a cloche, greenhouse or conservatory But reduce... by covering them with cloches, potting them up and bringing them to a windowsill inside the home Start to reduce the frequency of house-plant watering Cabbage

Plant out spring cabbages Clean Plant Time to plant tulip bulbs for a magnificent Clean out cold frames and greenhouses so that Pumpkin time start to next year’s display they are ready for use in the autumn Harvest pumpkins for eating as well as carving

Last chance Last chance to mow lawns and trim hedges in mild areas

September’s blooms Top October tips November mulching Hardy garden Verbena (Verbena Rigida) Trim hedges so they are crisp and tidy for the Apply an autumn mulch to protect plants Montbretia ‘Severn Sunrise’ (Crocosmia) winter. Rake or brush leaves off the grass that are borderline hardy such as Agapanthus

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Blue Plaque Focus Bram Stoker

A Gothic novelist whose work has inspired generations of horror writers.

Abraham Stoker was born in Dublin, His PublicationsOUNTY OUNTY N C CO N C CO DO UN DO UN N C N C Ireland in 1847, the third of seven O II O II L L L L children. Disease plagued his early Stoker’s first novel,BRAM The Primrose Path, years as chronic illnesses left him was published in 1875, followed soon bedridden up until the age of seven. after by STOKERhis collection of short. stories Several years following his miraculous Under the Sunset and The Snake’s recovery, Stoker graduated with Pass. Stoker’s1847-1912 magnum opus, Dracula, honours from Trinity College before was not to beAuthor published of until 1897, and, following in his father’s footsteps and despite its positive acclaim at launch, did not achieve‘DR ACULA’ renown until after its becoming a civil servant at Dublin lived here Castle. author’s death.

Stoker went on to volunteer as a writer In his later years, following the death of Bram Stoker’s London for the Dublin Evening Mail writing Sir Henry Irving in 1905, Stoker suffered Residence was 18 St Leonard’s reviews of theatre productions and a number of maladies; from a stroke to Terrace, Kensington and short stories on the side. His fate soon financial difficulties and complications Chelsea, SW3, London changed, however, when he met and with syphilis. Bram Stoker died in 1912, befriended acclaimed English Actor Sir leaving behind a legacy of inspiration Henry Irving. Irving offered Stoker the for generations of writers and position of manager at his own Lyceum filmmakers. Theatre, West End.

Photo: Dadamax, from Wikimedia Commons Final resting place in Golders Green crematorium

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