Author: Blake Foster

The property in Meadow Way, listed by Presidential Estates, occupies over 3,600 square feet, with the possibility of extending further. The estate agent said: “Presidential Estates are delighted to market this five-bedroom detached family home on a large corner plot on the sought after Courtland estate.” Accessed via double doors from the hall, the sitting room includes a bay window and an open fireplace with surround (Image: Presidential Estates) The spacious home, which has three baths and five receptions, also offers potential to extend, subject to planning permission. The house is a short walk from Chigwell Central Line station, local amenities,…

Hendon-based artist Sarah Ezekiel was approached by the CEO of Bristol-based firm Smartbox last December about helping to recreate her original voice from an old sound clip. The onset of the disease in her mid-30s – which left her unable to use her voice or hands – came long before the use of smartphones and cameras recording our every waking moment. Smartbox asked her for an hour-long recording, but the 60-year-old could only find an eight-second clip on an old VHS tape, shot on a camcorder. She says: “When the CEO of Smartbox asked me if I had a recording of my voice before…

The blaze broke out in Edinburgh Way, Harlow, at around 11am on Friday, August 15, near the River Way roundabout, and led to widespread disruption. Roads were closed for several hours as emergency services responded, and work continued into the early hours to make the area safe. Harlow Council believes batteries placed in household waste may have been the cause of the fire. Councillor Nicky Purse, who is responsible for environment, said: “This incident could have been far worse, and it highlights the very real risks of putting batteries in your general waste. “Batteries can ignite or explode when damaged or crushed, especially…

South east London is blessed with green spaces, riverside routes and leafy trails that offer the perfect excuse to stretch your legs while soaking up the last of the sunshine. Here are five of the best walking routes to try before summer’s over. 1. The Green Chain Walk – Thames Barrier to Eltham Palace This classic trail is one of south east London’s gems. Linking the dramatic Thames Barrier with the historic beauty of Eltham Palace, the route takes in woodlands, commons and sweeping views along the way. Highlights include Severndroog Castle and stretches of tranquil parkland that feel far removed…

The four-bedroom terraced house is located in Brookfield Avenue and has been “lovingly maintained and sympathetically extended to blend timeless character with modern family living”, according to Central Estate Agents. The property, which spans around 1,435 square feet, boasts a “stunning” original brick façade and elegant sash windows that give it a “jaw-dropping kerb appeal”. Front reception with high ceilings, decorative coving, cast iron fireplace and bay window with plantation shutters (Image: Central Estate Agents) The main reception room at the front of the house is described as a “showstopper” by the estate agents. It features towering ceilings adorned with intricate…

The latest open day was at Tottenham Green following the first promotion at New River centre earlier this month. Another is planned on Wednesday (August 27) at Hornsey’s Park Road Lido where youngsters can also go on the hula hoops and have dance and yoga sessions. It was an unforgettable day of excitement at Tottenham Green with the new water cannon feature for getting a right drenching in the pool. Other activities on these open days include athletics, basketball, football, junior gym sessions, sports and tug-o’war. The summer promotions follow a £3.6million backlog of repairs and improvements at Hornsey, Tottenham…

The new annual event, called Ziggyfest, has been launched by the Daisy Green Collection to “honour the life, legacy, and cultural influence” of the music icon. The festival will be held at the Ziggy Green restaurant in Heddon Street, Soho – the street where the cover of the Ziggy Stardust album was shot – on September 6, and will feature music, talks, DJs, and art. Bowie’s collaborators will also be reunited at the event to perform, share stories, and “reflect on their shared history” with him. Organisers said: “Ziggyfest will transform Ziggy Green with music, talks, DJs and art— with a…

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Whether you’re waiting for an important parcel or you’re holding off on ordering something, here are the posting times for Royal Mail this bank holiday. Several retailers and businesses, including supermarkets, temporarily alter their opening times on bank holidays, and Royal Mail is no different. Will Royal Mail post letters and parcels on a bank holiday? In England and Wales, the bank holiday falls on Monday, August 25. Royal Mail staff will not deliver or collect post on the bank holiday. However, post will be delivered on Saturday, August 23, as normal, with parcels being delivered on Sunday, August 24 as it’s…

The Dove Restaurant in Notting Hill was praised by the food outlet, The Good Food Guide, ranking the spot as one of the best in the UK. Known for its “absolutely delicious” takes on modern British cuisine, the Dove was created by chef Jackson Boxer. You can see the full list of the UK’s best burgers via The Good Food Guide. The London restaurant serving ‘sublime’ burgers Describing the Dove, The Good Food Guide shares that it is unmissable: “Larger plates might include Tamworth pork loin chop or glazed duck leg with smoked beetroot for those hankering after some animal protein, and…