March 15th, 2010 by eShop600

After the cold, snowy winter, what’s more idyllic than looking forward to relaxing in the balmy sunshine on classic yet contemporary garden furniture? Exclusive to John Lewis, this Vista garden patio co-ordinating furniture range, including the armchairs, table and the sheltering market parasol will be the perfect addition to your garden this year. Ranging from £65 to £235, combine these individually priced pieces to create a garden haven – just what you need for a relaxing summer.

With its lean, tapered elegant lines, this range will look great in both your garden and conservatory. Crafted from FSC-certified cumaru hardwood, it is designed to suit all weather conditions. What’s more, both the John Lewis Vista chairs and Vista table is treated with natural oil to make it long lasting and resistant to rotting.

John Lewis Garden Table
Socialise with friends and family around this stylish hardwood Vista John Lewis garden table. Beautifully finished with high natural oil content, this smooth dining table will make the perfect place to gather round over a coffee and some fresh lunch. This John Lewis Vista light wooden shaded table is also well proportioned – measuring 90cm width by 74cm height and 155cm depth, it comfortably fits 6 of the John Lewis Vista wooden armchairs around it. With a price tag of £235, you will be getting a hardwearing, modern and practical item of furniture ready for the summer!

John Lewis Garden Chairs
Add some £65 Vista John Lewis armchairs to complete the look. The elongated curvaceous arms and back leg lines create a stylish elegance that looks great in your garden or conservatory. Over time, the natural wood develops a silvery-grey sheen to give it a real sophisticated appearance.

John Lewis Garden Parasol
Finally, invest in the John Lewis Tilting parasol to protect your from harmful UV rays. This £109 double-pulley parasol has been tested for UV resistance, and is guaranteed to keep you safe while chilling out in the summer sunshine. Fitted with brass fittings and connectors, this FSC-certified eucalyptus wood frame and heavy-duty polyester canopy can be practically tilted in any direction.

Why not add an additional Baseweight to your John Lewis garden furniture parasol for just an extra £25? You can also purchase a protective parasol cover from £25 at John Lewis to ensure that your already durable parasol will stay as good as new every year.

This John Lewis garden conservatory matching wooden furniture with armchairs table and parasol is just what’s needed to get the most out of the warm climate this summer!

Local Information for Esher

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Esher is home to Claremont House – a stately home built in 1774, (the first house on the land was built in 1708). One of these since-demolished houses gave the current one the name ‘Claremont House’, from the owner at the time – Earl of Clare – and when he died his widow sold the estate to the founder of the British Empire in India, Robert Clive.

Clive of India reportedly spent £100 000 on building the current house, but died the year it was finished. It was then bought by the crown, as a wedding gift for Princess Charlotte, daughter of George IV. Sadly she died while giving birth to a son, who also died, the next year. Her husband, Prince Leopold of Saxe-Coburg, retained ownership until his death in 1865, even though he moved out in 1831 when he became King of the Belgians.

King Leopold’s niece, Queen Victoria-to-be, borrowed the house from time to time, and she in turn lent it to the exiled French King Louis-Philippe and Queen Marie-Amelie after the 1848 revolution. Queen Victoria bought the house as a wedding present for her son Leopold, Duke of Albany. Their son Charles became a German citizen and served as a general for the Germans in WWI. This prevented Charles from inheriting the house when Queen Victoria died, and the Public Trustee later sold the house – ironically, it is now owned by a wealthy German.

March 13th, 2010 by eShop600

With the summer sunshine just around the corner, it’ll soon be time to get yourself out in your garden and make the most of some beautiful weather. Spend your day relaxing with friends and family out in the warm season with this Fleur styled garden furniture at John Lewis – beautifully designed to combine together into one real asset for your garden. Each individual piece comes with its own separate price tag starting from an affordable £12 – a fabulous all round investment to enhance your summer!

Beautifully refined with vintage and Art-Nouveau style, this set is simple yet classic. Each piece is carefully made from powder-coated steel to present a pure white finish – a gentle addition to any garden living space.

Take advantage of this great-value £99 Fleur Dining Table, featuring a curvaceous leg style to give it a touch of elegance. Team this with some Fleur Dining chairs, each priced at £49. These continue with the curvaceous style of the Fleur range – its arms and backrest create a sophisticated and stylish feature. As with all the other pieces of this range at John Lewis it is made from the powder-coated steel material.

However, instantly save £37 when you take advantage of the John Lewis Fleur Bistro Dining set, worth £160. In this great-value package, receive the bistro table and 2 stacking chairs to give you a great sociable asset to your garden. Also available in this lovely-styled garden furniture range is the Fleur Dining Bench, great to cater for more people. At only £125, its criss-cross design powder-coated steel backrest design oozes instantaneous style.

For an additional bit of comfort, this range includes small seat pads, each at £19. Attach this pale-blue sponge-clean seat pad to your Fleur furniture set for a cosy and relaxing chill out in the summer sunshine. The £12 plump blue striped cushion is also great for a tad more comfort to add to your outdoor items!

You will also be pleased to know that this Fleur garden furniture range also includes ornamental features to beautifully complement your existing pieces. This £125 Garden Arch will look stunning with ivy winding its way up and around the curvaceous criss-cross patter, while the £39 Plant pot and £29 Flower trough will simply brighten up any garden with a few radiant flowers. There is also a decorative glass and steel garden lantern available for £25 to give your garden a pretty glow in the evenings.

This great value white-coated steel garden furniture range with chairs, dining table, plant pots, light and arch at John Lewis is guaranteed to uplift your outdoor environment for a happy summertime.

Local Information for Burgh Heath

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Burgh Heath is located in the Surrey Borough of Reigate and Banstead, and is located on the busy dual carriageway of the A217. This has meant there are now two parts to Burgh Heath: the larger one to the east, and the western part (known as The Green), close to the ponds. The housing area is bounded to the south by Burgh Heath itself, and Burgh Heath is part of the Banstead Commons (the other three parts are Banstead Heath, Banstead Downs and Park Downs). To the east and north, Burgh Heath (the town) is bounded by farming land, which leads to Banstead Woods.

The ponds are the dominant natural feature of Burgh Heath (the heath part, not the residential part). And they are home to many interesting and diverse flora and fauna, including water fowl and dragonflies. Burgh Heath pond once had many fish, but several years ago they were removed due to the impact the fishermen had on the area.

Burgh Heath is 78 acres, and criss-crossed by the A217 and A240, and being bordered by high density residential areas, it sees a lot of foot traffic. At the intersection of the A217 and A240 is a large Shell petrol station which dominates the landscape.

March 12th, 2010 by eShop600

Uplift your dining room this season with this classic warm-toned Chinese Oak Esprit co-ordinating furniture at John Lewis. This beautiful lightwood range delivers an airy and refreshing atmosphere, with each individual piece treated with natural low gloss lacquer to give it an overall exquisite impression. Each item has an individual price tag ranging from £129 – £895, which combines to be an overall asset to your home.

Create a focal socialising point in your dining room with the Esprit dining table. Fabulously crafted from solid Chinese lightwood Oak and veneers, choose between the large and smaller size to suit your home. The square smaller size table is priced at £549 and when closed up can seat 4 people; however, make use of the extending feature to seat an additional 2 people comfortably.

For just an extra £50 at John Lewis, opt for the Large Extendable Dining Table, which seats 6 when closed but an impressive 8 when opened up! A real great item to own for special occasions when you have the whole family round!

Complete your Esprit dining table’s look with some neutral-coloured cream and lightwood Dining Chairs. Each priced at £129 these comfy cream coloured fabric seat pad and stylish slatted back design create a classic and simple homely style to your kitchen or dining room.

Looking for a slimline storage item to fit neatly into your kitchen or dining room? This Esprit co-ordinating furniture range at John Lewis includes its glass fronted Narrow Display Cabinet for £795 to beautifully present your finest crockery, dishes, china and glassware. The 2 bottom drawers will also come in handy to store table linens and other tableware.

For a bit more handy storage space in your kitchen or dining room, take advantage of these 2 varying sized Esprit sideboards, both beautifully designed to be more than just storage savers. The small £695 alone boasts 2 large cupboards, 3 small drawers and 2 larger drawers; whereas the £895 larger one features 6 large drawers and 2 large cupboards to perfectly keep your liners, crockery, and even personal items stowed neatly away.

This Esprit Chinese Oak cream lightwood table, chairs, sideboard and display cabinet at John Lewis kitchen dining furniture set produces classic and simple designs with naturally warm shades to compliment an airy and homely style to your kitchen or dining room.

Local Information for Brompton

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Brompton can be found in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea and boasts many landmarks.

Brompton Cemetery, managed by the Royal Parks, is one of the Magnificent Seven (a group of cemeteries built around London as part of an initiative in the 1800s to provide large, modern cemeteries; the inner-city cemeteries being attached mostly to churches could no longer provide a dignified or hygienic way to bury the dead). It has featured in a number of movies, and people nowadays use it more as a park than a place to remember the deceased inside. Beatrix Potter took many of her animal’s names from tombstones in the cemetery.

The Holy Trinity is a church in Brompton, credited with initiating the first Alpha course. The creator of Alpha, Nicky Gumbel, has been the vicar of the church since 2005. The church was consecrated in 1829, after a three year construction period, has undergone several rebuilds in its time.

On Brompton Road, next to the Victoria and Albert Museum, lies the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, more popularly (but incorrectly) known as The Oratory. Consecrated in 1884, it is the second largest Roman Catholic church in London, after Westminster Cathedral.

From there, take a drive in your car to the Royal Brompton Hospital (formerly the Hospital for Consumption and Diseases of the Chest) and look around the hospital that took in people suffering from tuberculosis (consumption) – at the time, turned away from other hospitals as there was no cure.

March 11th, 2010 by eShop600

Calling all girls who love a bit of fun in their life! A more updated version of the DS Lite, this Pink Nintendo DSi features tonnes more exciting additions to maximise your gaming experience! Its stunningly captivating pink cosmetic exterior is also slimmer and more streamline than previous models, and with a larger screen this Nintendo DSi packs more fun than ever before.

Really get interactive with this brand new Pink Nintendo DSi console at John Lewis! Including all the old features of the DS Lite, this brand new model features 2 motion-detecting cameras, which takes portable gaming to a high new dimension! With the exciting camera technology you can instantly snap pics of you and your friends, and then save them to either the internal memory, or an external SD card for additional storage space for just £16.95 at John Lewis! Simply pop it into your basket at the John Lewis checkout!

This brand new Nintendo DSi Pink console boasts even better graphics to really enhance the fun you’re about to have! The 2 back-lit LCD screens can reproduce true 3D views, while the bottom screen offers touch-screen technology so you can effortlessly tap the screen with a finger, or swipe the stylus pen to navigate the menus or control your character.

Not only is the picture quality super advanced compared to the previous DS Lite, this ‘hot off the market’ Pink DSi Nintendo console boasts an enhanced sound system so you can enjoy your favourite tracks with or without headphones (available at the checkout for just an additional £5.20)! Why not get creative and to record sound bites and then edit them on your very own little console?! Endless fun is available for a great-value £129.95 at John Lewis.

Perhaps one of the most attractive assets to this hot new Nintendo is its wireless connectivity – connect with up to 16 other players and have 16 times more fun that before! The staggeringly extensive 100-foot radius for a wireless connection also is greatly useful! The super exciting integrated Picto-Chat software and wireless communication technology also means that you can even send, write and draw messages to your friends – all from your cute and stylish pink cased Nintendo!

This Nintendo DSi Pink console, complete with Style Boutique at John Lewis is perfect for all young fashionistas who love the high-life! Chill out in a local café, and get ready to flaunt your style knowledge as a fashion consultant! Dress your customers in the latest designer trends to satisfy their individual needs, and even be your own boss and open up with your very own fashion boutique. Shoot your way to stardom by then taking part in nail-biting fashion contests to really show off your elegant outfits! Every girl’s dream, and at an affordable price tag at John Lewis, dreams really can come true!

This Pink Nintendo DSi console with Style Boutique game at John Lewis also comes with a free 1 year guarantee, however you can always extend this to 3 years for only an additional £50. This brand new DSi Nintendo is bound to be a storm, especially this sassy, vibrantly vivacious styled pink console with its FREE hot game.

Local Information for East Ham

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East Ham is situated in the beautiful London Borough of Newham and is only minutes away from Charing Cross. There are a number of railway stations in the area including the East Ham tube station. Other stations in the area include the Plaistow tube station, Beckton DLR Station, Upton Park tube station and the Manor Park railway station.

Stunning Victorian and Edwardian style town houses grace the tree lined avenues of this exquisite area. Natural beauty in the form of many parks and recreation centers provide sanctuaries in the centre of a bustling, heavily urban area. The two largest parks in the city are located here and both combine open space with playgrounds and cafes.

March 9th, 2010 by eShop600

Give your bedroom a fresh, uplifting feel with this Barton range light Beech wood bedroom co-ordinating furniture at John Lewis. This co-ordinating bedroom furniture will give your room a spacious and airy feel to it, especially with light décor and wallpaper to compliment the tones. Choose from a whole range of the elegant furniture – varying sized bedsteads and drawer chests, plus a dressing table mirror, wardrobe and bedside cabinet. Each separate piece is affordably priced, ranging from £70-£450 at John Lewis.

Crafted from solid beech wood material, veneers and spruce bed slats, choose from the four varying sized bedsteads on offer in this Barton furniture range: the single size, small double, standard double and king range from £195-£275 and from dimensions H94.5 x W106 x D202cm to H94.5 x W166.4 x D211.7cm. All are beautifully crafted and finished with a clear lacquer finish, so all you have to do is pick the size that will best fit your bedroom!

Every bed must be complimented by a bedside chest so choose between the 1 or 3 drawer Barton piece of furniture! At £75 and £145, everything you need is just an arm’s reach away, and the sizable drawers are also great for essential storage space.

This Barton beech wood range continues to offer ample storage space for your bedroom, as well as an attractive appearance to compliment the rest of your Barton furnished bedroom. Carefully crafted to provide you optimum storage space, this 4+2 drawer chest at £350 comprises of 4 large drawers and 2 smaller ones. Should you need a little less room however, opt for the 3+2 drawer chest priced at just £290 exclusive to John Lewis. What’s more, both of these items are smoothly finished and feature a tray top detail.

Compliment your light Barton chest drawers with this beech wood-framed dressing table mirror. It eloquence beautifully reflects the light shades of your other Barton furniture, and for just £70 at John Lewis it will be a real asset to your bedroom.

Perhaps the best value of Barton furniture as far as storage is concerned is this £450 double door wardrobe with one pull out draw underneath. Again, it is elegantly crafted in beech wood solids and veneers and it guaranteed to pack all your clothes and shoes into its smart and sophisticated exterior.

Local Information for Bethnal Green

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Bethnal Green can be reached with mini bus hire in the East End of London in the Borough of Tower Hamlets. This area is well known for its boxing legends and plenty of bouts are fought at York Hall. There is also a strong tie to garden markets and the silk trade.

In the 19th century Bethnal Green was one of the poorest slums in London and is famous for its association to serial killer Jack the Ripper. You can take a drive through the town in your mini bus hire to visit some of the local attractions such as the Museum of Childhood inside the V&A or Victoria and Albert Museum. Other attractions are the London Buddhist Centre and the Centre for Recent Drawing.

The London Buddhist Centre is home to many traditional shops, holistic stores, cafes and restaurants as well as an art gallery. It is a highly decorative building that was once the fire station for Bethnal Green. With mini bus hire you can also get to the Centre for Recent Drawing, which exhibits works by local and up coming artists, painters and art therapists. It is a commercial free art gallery that is aimed at assisting and developing the art community.

March 5th, 2010 by eShop600

Incorporate a little sophistication into your living room with this beautifully crafted range of furniture – made from chunky solid oak, not only will this Newton collection create a stylish appearance, but also it provides ample practical storage solutions. At John Lewis matching furniture in chunky solid oak Newton range, choose from the Newton narrow bookcase, corner TV unit, TV unit, CD unit, desk, lamp table with CD storage and coffee table, which are all individually priced and combine to create an overall classic effect.

For £599 at John Lewis, choose this sturdy lightwood classic-styled Newton narrow bookcase to beautifully display all your classics on. Like all the other pieces taken from the Newton range, this bookcase is made from solid oak and veneers to give it an overall chunky and high-quality finish. It has then been coated with a clear durable lacquer, and then hand-waxed to create a smooth and silky finish. It handy 55cm narrow dimension is also great to be able to fit in small spaces.

Its 4 shelves and 2 handy bottom drawers with metal handles create ample storage for books, folders, CDs, DVDs and much more, however should you want a specific CD storage space, opt for the £419 Newton CD unit. Its 5 moulded panel drawers are capable of storing up to 200 CDs and 70 DVDs!

Or why not combine CD storage with an attractive side table? This solid oak and veneered lamp table with 4 deep drawers and steel handles make this £299 exquisite piece of furniture a real beautiful asset any room. Combine it with the rest of the chunky wood Newton range furniture and create a modern and smart appearance.

No living room is complete without a TV, and what better way to display it than on a Newton TV unit for £489. Take advantage of its rear cable access to hide your electrical cables, and also make use of the single shelf and glass sliding doors for a fabulous storage opportunity. However, should you need a corner TV unit table, opt for the £449 corner version, complete with 2 drawers and single shelf. Both are capable of accommodating for a whopping 50 inch television set!

Another superb product from the Newton chunky wooden furniture range is its £589 solid oak and veneered desk, featuring 5 moulded panel drawers to create a productive little workstation. Crack on with work while sitting at this beautiful desk with your laptop, and store all your notes and books in the handy brass handled drawers.

The last of the Newton’s living room furniture range is its £489 chunky wooden coffee table – place it in the centre of your living room with John Lewis armchairs to create the perfect sociable atmosphere. Like all the other Newton high-quality products, this coffee table features 4 shelves and 2 drawers for an overall practical storage solution.

Local Information for Bayswater

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The area of Bayswater is a very cosmopolitan area in the City of Westminster in West London. You will find a large variety of cultures such as American, Greek, Arabic and Brazilian among others. This interesting mix affords it the title of “a must see” when visiting London with mini bus hire. This was also home to very famous people in history, such as Peter Pan author, J.M Barrie, Stella McCarthy, Sting and his wife Trudie Styler as well as Winston Churchill and former English cricket captain Mike Atherton.

Bayswater was formed in 1653 after it was established that an excellent source of spring water could be found there. It was originally called Baynard’s Watering. There are some great places of interest when visiting with mini bus hire. You can take a stroll through Whiteley’s Shopping Centre, which was the very first department store in London. It was started in 1863 as a drapery store and was destroyed in a massive fire in 1897.

The Marble Arch is another of the Bayswater attractions and can be viewed easily with mini bus hire to Hyde Park. The arch is located in the Speaker’s Corner of the Park and is made from Carrara marble. This arch is still of great use and importance today as only royalty and the royal artillery troops are allowed to pass through it.

March 1st, 2010 by eShop600

Summer is just around the corner, and we all know no summer is complete without a barbecue gathering of friends and family to enjoy scrumptious food and sunny weather! Why not be the host with your very own with this Weber Spirit E210 Gas Barbecue and cook up a real storm for everyone to enjoy. One thing is for certain – you will definitely enjoy the special offer price tag of £330 at John Lewis!

This Weber gas barbecue is the quick and easy option for whipping up delicious barbecue goodies – just simply push the Crossover ignition button for an instant flame and start cooking within 10 minutes! This 2 burner Weber BBQ also has porcelain-enamelled flavouriser bars, grills and hoods, which not only helps to regulate the temperature at which your scrumptious foods are cooking at, but also creates that yummy smoky taste to maximum the taste of your food.

This Weber’s barbecue is perfect for entertaining a whole host of people, and with a sizable 3407cm2 cooking surface this is ideal for cooking for more than 8 people. Nobody likes cold food either, so thanks to the Weber’s warming rack and warm-up basket all your BBQ treats will remain piping-hot for ultimate enjoyment.

Further cooking features of this stainless steel Weber Spirit gas barbecue at John Lewis garden appliances include: 3 tool holders, which is ideal for holding all your essential cooking utensils to create perfect; plus 2 condiment baskets for sauces, relishes, salt and pepper to create more flavoursome food. Be sure to check out the included Weber cookbook for more fabulous delight bites to keep your guests happy and entertained!

This Weber barbecue is guaranteed to be a success with all your invitees, and once you’ve finished playing chef for the day, simply wipe down the easy-to-clean and maintain stainless steel exterior and porcelain-enamelled flavouriser bars.

The Weber’s classic styled exterior teamed with its superb cooking features really will make your barbecue the one of the summer – and for only £330 at John Lewis!

Local Information for Anerley

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The suburb of Anerley is situated in the London Borough of Bromley and is where Crystal Palace was originally located. This area was an unoccupied area and was eventually developed by a Scotsman. His house, which you can view easily with mini bus hire, was called Annerley, meaning “only” because it was the only house there at the time. This is how the variation of the name was formed.

Anerley at one point had a tramway running through it and in later years a trolley bus route. This passes the grand town hall which you can view with your car. You will get to view the entire area around this town and beyond with ease and comfort. There are some great places to shop as well as eat in this town and the community take pride in their gardens and homes.

With mini bus hire in Anerley you can have the freedom to stay for an entire day and take in the quaint markets and antique stores as well as visit the local pubs and parks, such as Betts Park. You can also stay to witness some wonderful sporting matches between the local teams.

February 27th, 2010 by eShop600

Gather friends and family around this contemporary styled Linden dining table and chairs set, perfect for enjoying a meal together or simply just spending time with each other. This beautifully designed solid oak modern dining table, complete with 4 dark chocolate brown faux leather chairs guarantees to uplift any dining room, and make a real classic statement.

For a one-off special offer at John Lewis, buy this dining room furniture for as little as £399 thanks to the special purchase deal.

This classy styled dining table and chairs set is made from solid and sustainable FSC-certified oak to give it an overall sophisticated appearance. Its elegance is further enhanced by the beautifully flicked out back legs of the chairs. Combine this with the contrast between the dark chocolate coloured faux leather upholstery and the light brown wood and you really do get a beautiful all-round statement piece of furniture.

The dimensions of this chic Linden dining table are presented as L120 x W75 x H80cm, a perfect size to integrate it into any home. However should you need the extra room, the veneered table features a smart extended top – carefully and thoughtfully designed to create a diverse piece of furniture.

Imagine this contemporary styled Linden oak dining table and chairs furniture set beautifully laid out, adorning luxury table linen and finest crockery. It is guaranteed to top off a wonderful meal. However, this Linden dining furniture set will look stunning without tableware – its classic colours and graceful craftsmanship create a real pristine piece.

Don’t hesitate to buy this magnificent contemporary styled Linden oak dining table and chairs furniture set at John Lewis special offer. For under £400, this simple and modern furniture set comes with a great value price tag, and even free delivery as courtesy of John Lewis.

Linden oak dining table and chairs Features:

Dimensions Table: L120 x W75 x H80cm. Chairs each: H95 x W41 x D60cm
Finish Light Wood
FSC certified
Material Oak
Number of seats (approx.) Up to 4 people

Local Information for Acton

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Acton is a suburb of London and is located over two boroughs – East Acton is in Hammersmith and Fullham, while the rest and majority of Acton lies in Ealing. Hundreds of years ago there was a road from London and Oxford and along this road were several inns, where weary travellers would rest. Acton also lies on this road, the modern day Uxbridge Road, and some of the inns are still around. The main road between London and Oxford is now the A40 dual carriageway.

Drive down Uxbridge Road in your carand see if you can spot any old inns. Then tour Acton itself in your car and try to find some of the areas made famous by famous people. All members of The Who were born in Acton and all of them with the exception of Keith Moon went to Acton High School. Pete Townsend’s solo album ‘All the Best Cowboys Have Chinese Eyes’ contained a track called ‘Stardom in Acton’. The film clip was shot in and around Acton High Street.

For fans of Monty Python, the ‘Bicycle Repair Man’ sketch was filmed on Churchfield Road. The disused Acton Power Station was host to filming for the movies ‘Aliens’ and ‘Batman’. Acton also boasts some beautiful old buildings – why not be a tourist in your own town and visit them in your car. Buildings such as Saint Mary’s Church, located on a site where a church dedicated in her name has stood since the 1100s.

February 25th, 2010 by eShop600

Perhaps the smallest, sleekest and most compact vacuum cleaner that ever graced our homes! – This New Dyson DC26 hoover is ideally designed to tuck away into small spaces when not in use, but also designed to make a huge difference to the cleanliness of your home when it’s out! For under £250 at John Lewis, this Dyson leading brand in home appliances will make that everyday mundane chore a breeze.

As seen on TV, this super featherweight and compact New Dyson DC26 vacuum cleaner is so light and small that you can hold it in one hand! However, don’t let its miniature size put you off – it really doesn’t compromise in performance! Packed with Root Cyclone™ technology, which means that this little gem won’t lose suction is guaranteed to make the task of hoovering so simple and easy.

What’s more, you will also be pleased to know that this Dyson DC26 from John Lewis can get into those annoying little nooks and crannies in your home. This DC26 Wood and Wool hoover comes with accessories including a combination tool and stair tool to make cleaning up the dirt in those little crevices undemanding for the leading brand model. However, for an extra £15.75 at John Lewis, why not invest in the Dyson Flexi Crevice Tool, which features 5 different brushes and ends to really make your house spotless!

This smallest new Dyson DC26 Wood and Wool Vacuum cleaner at John Lewis also has a dual-mode floor tool, which means that its two separate airflow channels are designed to pick up every piece of dirt across every floor type. Once you’ve finished the unchallenging hoovering task, unloading the contents is just as simple – there’s no bag to fiddle with, just a tough little polycarbonate bin to tip away. This Dyson DC26 minimises the risk of contact with dirt, and is also fitted with an HEPA filter to expel air cleanly – great news for allergy sufferers.

No wonder this Dyson DC26 Wood and Wool vacuum cleaner at John Lewis has been awarded the British Allergy Foundation Seal of Approval!

No mess, no hassle, no fuss should be the motto for this little gem. A lengthy 5m cable and a suction power of 160 AW really will take the struggle out of hoovering – well worth dipping into your savings at John Lewis for this great value gadget!

Dyson DC26 Wood and Wool Vacuum cleaner Features:

FREE 5 year guarantee
Type Bagless
Brand Dyson
Cable length 5m
Dimensions H20.5 x W26.6 x D32cm
Filters HEPA lifetime washable
Model name / number DC26 Wood + Wool
Settings Variable
Style Cylinder Cleaners
Tools included Combi crevice and brush tool, stair tool and dual cavity flat out head
Wattage 1300W
Weight 5.26kg

Local Information for South Norwood

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South Norwood, like its neighbours Upper Norwood and West Norwood, was once home to the King’s Woods, also known as the Great North Wood. Industry in South Norwood saw much of the woodland disappear. The decline in industry has re-introduced green spaces to this area which is close to Penge and Selhurst.

The South Norwood Lake and Grounds is a short distance in your car. It offers opportunities for bird watching as several species including grebes and herons make it their home. The lake, formerly a reservoir connecting to the Croydon Canal, is popular with anglers as it is rich in carp and bream. The park features many sporting facilities including: basketball courts, football and cricket pitches, a bowling green and fitness trails. Nearby, there are many pubs which date back to Croydon Canal’s heyday including: the Ship, the Goat’s Inn and the Jolly Roger. Even today, they remain firm favourites with locals.

February 22nd, 2010 by eShop600

Expect maximum performance in minimum size with this new Apple MacBook Pro. The most optimum of technology is packed into the tiny 1inch thin aluminium encasing, including a mammoth 2.8GHz Intel Core 2 duo processor speed, a colossal 4GB of RAM, and 500GB of internal hard drive storage! In this superb special deal at John Lewis, also receive the Apple Time Capsule to give you seamless Wi-Fi surfing and extended storage, plus a FREE HP Photosmart Plus printer, worth £100!

No wonder Apple has so many fans behind them! This new Apple MacBook Pro MC226B/A features the very latest technology, including Multi-Touch technology so you can just tap, touch and slide the screen to navigate your way around the ultra-thin 1” MacBook. Switch to tapping away on the Apple’s crispy keys with ease – the full-size keyboard makes any task a breeze.

This Apple MacBook’s glossy 17 inch high resolution widescreen display bursts with a rich, striking and vibrant palette of colours, and its LED illuminated technology brings every onscreen page to life! Combine this with an outstanding 2.8GHz SuperDrive processor speed and 4GB of RAM, and get ready for a blazing experience. Download multiple movies in an instant to your staggering Apple’s 500GB hard drive, then kick back and enjoy cinematic experience in pin-sharp definition.

Enhance your Apple experience with the Apple Time Capsule that is included in this fantastic John Lewis special offer deal. Enjoy its wireless hard drive technology, which stores and shares all kinds of files in an instant. What’s more, it is also a fully featured 802.11n Wi-Fi base station to deliver you up to 5 times faster performance and a 25% extended range of networks compared to previous models! Make the most of your other Wi-Fi devices with this innovative piece of kit included in this great John Lewis deal.

If that’s not enough for you, how about receiving a FREE HP Photosmart Plus printer? Print optimum quality photos with one simple touch of the touchscreen. Wherever you are, the HP’s wireless technology gives you the flexibility to print your documents and images from virtually anywhere! This Apple package and FREE HP printer is created for a convenient and super-friendly fun experience. You don’t even need a PC to print off your images – just pop in the memory card and tap the 6.1cm Touchscreen for immediate vivid pictures. You can even explore your creative side and edit your photos via the touch screen technology!

This New Apple MacBook Pro 17 inch SuperDrive and Time Capsule with FREE HP Photosmart Plus printer at John Lewis Clearance special offer is great value for money. Save £100 and spend just over £2000 – a highly recommended reason to dip into your savings and treat yourself.

32 inch Samsung LCD HD ready TV Features:

Local Information for Richmond

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While Richmond is just 8 miles from central London, its position overlooking the Thames and green surroundings feels a world away from hectic city life.

This leafy suburban area has long-held connections with royalty. Richmond Palace, located on The Green was a royal residence which hosted Henry VIII’s Christmas celebrations and Mary I’s honeymoon. While the building no longer stands, nearby there is Trumpeter’s House, a nursery constructed by James II and The Maids of Honours Row which was constructed by George II in 1724.

Film fans will enjoy visiting the Victorian Richmond Theatre which is adjacent to the Green. It has been filmed in TV programmes (Jonathan Creek) and films (Finding Neverland).

February 12th, 2010 by eShop600

Get ready to witness a multitude of vibrant action in your very own living room with this 32 inch Samsung LCD HD ready TV at John Lewis. As you would expect from the leading brand in electricals, Samsung have packed their sky-high standards into this impressive appliance.

What’s more, as courtesy of John Lewis Clearance, receive 3 Harry Potter Blu-ray discs for free in this special offer deal – music to any wizard fan’s ears! To round off this fantastic package at John Lewis, it also comes with a fabulous price tag of only £349.00!

Brimming with a wealth of technology, you really will appreciate this Samsung LE32B450C4W’s capability to entertain! This Samsung LCD TV is HD ready, so make sure to transorm every piece of action into amazing viewing with an additional HD receiver. Sharper, clearer and more striking pictures will burst off its big screen. What’s more, the Colour Enhancer 2 means that rich, deep tones effortlessly combine together to create a revolutionary TV experience.

Continue to be amazed by the number of tricks this Samsung HD Ready LCD digital TV and Harry Potter free discs at John Lewis has up its sleeve! Of course this special TV has an integrated digital tuner, which means that you will receive an array of extra Freeview channels to enhance your viewing. There really is a channel for all ages and tastes – including BBC3, BBC4, BBC news coverage, Sky Sports news, CBBC, CBeebies, Film4 and much, much more!

Make your great value 32” Samsung TV the centrepiece of your home – its superb connectivity really do make this the perfect entertainment system” 2 HDMI inputs will ensure you can enjoy other HD peripherals on the striking TV. An additional SCART socket, plus its capability of being used as a PC monitor also makes this TV perfect for entertaining the whole family!

Be bowled over by the cinematic-like sound effects that are blasted from this exemplary TV set – SRS TruSurround sound brings every piece of action to life, especially with films packed with excitement… such as Harry Potter! John Lewis are including 3 FREE Harry Potter blu-ray discs in with this brilliant TV, so be ready to enter an enthralling wizarding world for a even better price.

32 inch Samsung LCD HD ready TV Features:

Audio quality SRS Tru Surround
AV inputs Rear
Brand Samsung
Digital tuner Freeview
Dimensions H57.5 x W80 x D25cm
Frame rate 50Hz
FREE 5 year guarantee
HD Ready
HDMI inputs 2
Model name / number LE32B450C4W
S-Video socket
SCART sockets 1
Screen format Widescreen
Screen resolution 1366 x 768
Screen size 32″
Speaker output 20W
Table Top Stand

Local Information for Motspur Park

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Known as West Barnes to locals, Motspur Park is best known for its athletics stadium which was constructed in 1928. Since 1999, the stadium has been the official training ground for Fulham Football Club. The town is ideally situated for those who enjoy playing as well as watching sports. Within a short drive from town are a number of golf courses, racquet clubs as well as the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum.

The annual All England Lawn Tennis Event, known commonly as Wimbledon, is held just 2 miles from Motspur Park. Each summer 200,000 visitors attend a fortnight of championship matches. Using your car service to attend Wimbledon will allow your group to travel together in comfort.

February 2nd, 2010 by eShop600

Looking for a TV with something a bit special that will deliver a picture with striking realism and deep, rich tones and colours? This 40” Samsung crystal LED HD TV with countless digital channels and online access really will make the perfect entertainment system for all to gather round! At John Lewis, claim the special discount offer – a £150 cashback deal, bringing this stunning gem’s price tag down to £1,049!

This super-slim 40” LCD display screen with LED backlighting will bloom with vibrant colours to bring every piece of action to life in your living room. This Samsung UE40B7020W is packed with expert technology, and as you would expect, it is fully 1080p HD ready to guarantee an unmissable experience!

The rapid 100Hz frame rate runs seamlessly smooth images to roll into one continual slice of entertainment, music to the ears of sport followers and action film fanatics! What’s more, its staggering 3,000,000:1 dynamic ratio excels above most TV sets – displaying the darkest of darks and brightest of whites with stark contrasts.

This immensely impressive Samsung makes an excellent entertainment system, thanks to its Medi@2.0 technology, which transforms this beauty into a piece of multimedia entertainment paradise. From Internet TV to USB2.0, enjoy web entertainment on the big screen with a simple touch of a button. Purchase a wireless dongle, or use the integral Ethernet port to connect straight to the Internet. Hook up other sources of media entertainment to the side mounted USB ports, such as your camera or camcorder to view those stunning summer holiday videos, or special occasion snaps.

Further sky-high standard technology take this Samsung UE40B7020W 40” LED crystal TV with entertainment technology at a special offer at John Lewis to a whole new world. The Digital Living Network Alliance feature means that you can effortlessly showcase photos, movies and music from any compatible device, such as your laptop! No need for wire connections – just pure and simple entertainment with no-fuss.

This fresh and innovative stylish Samsung luxury TV continues with superb connectivity. Make use of the 4 HDMI sockets to connect other sources of HD digital devices to display on the big screen for optimum entertainment and joy.

Not only is this Samsung 40 Inch LED TV at great value with John Lewis’ £150 cashback special offer, but also is ultra energy-efficient, which will continue to save those pennies. The LED technology utilises 40% less power than a standard LCD display, so you will be reducing your carbon footprint and CO2 emissions AND saving money!

This stunning Samsung TV really is an exemplary commitment to the electrical world, and is well worth dipping into your savings

Samsung UE40B7020W 40 Inch LED crystal TV Features:

Audio quality SRS Trusurround HD
AV inputs Rear
Brand Samsung
Digital tuner Freeview
Dimensions H69.2 x W99.6 x D25.5cm
DLNA Digital
Frame rate 100Hz
Full HD 1080p
FREE 5 year guarantee
HD Ready
HDMI inputs 4
LED backlighting
Model name / number UE40B7020W
S-Video socket 1
SCART sockets 1
Screen format Widescreen
Screen resolution 1920 x 1080
Screen size 40
Speaker output 20W
Table Top Stand
USB ports 2
Visible screen size 101.5cm
Web enabled
Weight 14.8kg (without stand); 18.5kg (with stand)

Local Information for Crystal Palace

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This south London residential area is best known as having been the home of its namesake, The Crystal Palace. Destroyed by a fire in 1936, its former location is now home to Crystal Palace Park.

Highlights of this open space include a swimming pool and Sydenham Hill, the highest peak in London.
Crystal Palace is well-placed for those exploring southeastern England in their car. The bright lights of London’s West End are just 30 minutes by minibus while Gatwick and Heathrow can be reached in less than an hour.

January 31st, 2010 by eShop600

Already thinking about lapping up the sun on your summer holiday this year? Planning to get away from the dreary weather and experience something a little bit more special with those people close to you? This fantastic value and highly powerful Sony DCR-SX50E camcorder will guarantee to capture all the action and memories! What’s more, this ultra-compact cheap deal at John Lewis is on a £30 cashback special offer – combine this with John Lewis’ delayed VAT increase until the 1st February 2010 and it’s almost as though they’re giving this away!

This featherweight 240g leading brand piece of equipment with miniature compact dimensions pack a whole lot of expert technology into this gem. Capture a whopping 11 hours of high quality film footage, wherever you are, day or night. The integrated infrared illumination makes recording in dark light a breeze for the Sony camcorder – no special moment is an inconvenience for the handheld piece of kit.

Swimming with the dolphins? Trekking mountainous terrain? Observing overwhelming sceneries with rolling mountain ranges and azure oceans? The staggering 2000x digital and 60x optical zoom will take care of all moments, however near or far they may be. What’s more, this technology-filled gadget doubles up as a camera to snap crystal-clear images with its Carl Zeiss Vario-Tessar lens. This leading label in electricals stores 16GB worth of internal memory, and even includes a memory stick slot should you need a little more storage space.

Whip out your superb value sky-high standard camcorder from your pocket or bag, wherever you are and GET CREATIVE! With the Sony camcorder’s 10 scene selections including fireworks, candle, beach, snow, twilight, sunrise & sunset and sports, teamed with the Sony’s sparkling sound quality technology, be amazed at the results when reviewing all your fabulous footage on the foldout 2.7” LCD screen!

This Silver Sony DCR-SX50E camcorder at John Lewis’ delayed VAT increase offer and cashback deal really does produce excellent quality footage that you will always want to keep. The sky-high standards of the leading brand recognise the importance of memories, and so have integrated a chance for you to effortlessly burn images and films to a DVD via the compact VRD-P1 DVDirect Express! Pay as little as £259.95 with the cashback offers at John Lewis, but don’t hang around to bag this bargain – it certainly won’t!

Camcorder Features:

Audio capability Stereo
Brand Sony
Digital stills
Dimensions H59 x W57 x D107mm
Guarantee FREE 2 year guarantee, extend to 3 years £45
Memory 16GB
Memory card slot Memory Stick Pro Duo
Model name / number DCR-SX50E
Night recording Night Shot
Power supply Rechargeable lithium-ion battery, AC adaptor
Screen size 2.7
Shooting modes 10
Storage format Hard Drive/Memory Card
Standard Definition
Weight 240g
Zoom 2000x
Zoom 60x

Local Information for Chislehurst

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Chislehurst, in London’s Borough of Bromley, is best known for its caves. Originally created to mine flint and chalk they are believed to date back to the ancient Druids. During World War II the mines, which feature a chapel, were used as an air raid shelter.

Many films and TV series have been filmed there, including Doctor Who. After visiting the caves, your group can enjoy a meal at one of the town’s many eateries, such as Caffe Uno or Choi’s on the High Street.

Your car is ideal for allowing your group to travel together through the area. Within 30 minutes of Chiselhurst are historic sites such as Tonbridge and Hever castles, Biggin Hill RAF Museum and Charles Darwin’s Downe House.

January 27th, 2010 by eShop600

Do you often find yourself dreaming about getting that toned and dream body, but it never actually happens? How many times have you made that New Year’s resolution to get fit and exercise every day of the week? Whether you perhaps you lack motivation, or you just need that extra boost to help you on your way to a super-trim and defined silhouette, the Power Plate® My3™ is for you! Receive full body workouts that will effortlessly enhance your strength, flexibility and shape – just by standing or lying on this piece of equipment for 10 minutes a day! Who said exercise was difficult?!

The Power Plate My3 fitness and exercise equipment with vibrating technology at John Lewis will condense 60 gruelling minutes at the gym into just 10! Sit, stand or even lie down and choose from a wide range of exercise options, including strength, flexibility, relaxation and massage. The visually clear display screen presents all these full body workouts to allow you to fully interact with the machine to reach your ultimate goal!

Power Plate My3 uses Acceleration Training to help beat those problem areas, and improve your well-being. Whether you want to improve your muscle tone, your suppleness or joint movement; take a less intense workout with massage motion to ease aches and pains in low speed; or to lose a little weight and reduce cellulite consciousness, the Power Plate My3 is one of the quickest and affordable machines out there to give you what you want.

Be in total control of your simple workout with the repeat/stop button located on the Power Plate My3 display. This will allow you to manipulate the machine to design your workout exactly how you want it to be. Feeling adventurous? Pick the 30-minute workout option for a more intense tough exercise regime and get that perfect body even faster! You really will be the envy of the poolside with the Power Plate My3 at John Lewis (and people don’t need to know that it only took 10 minutes!)

The expert vibration technology that this high-tech piece of equipment takes advantage of aids your co-ordination, circulation and flexibility, and tones all parts of the body to give you a maximum confidence boost. You will also be pleased to know that this Power Plate My3 carries the CE mark to show that it meets the European health and safety regulations.

For professional skilled technology packed into a stylish black (or silver) stylish machine, receive the Power Plate My3 for less than £1,500 at John Lewis this month. At a fantastic deal, with even better consequences, you really won’t look back!

Local Information for Blackheath

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The most notable landmark of the south east London village of Blackheath is its heath, located in the centre of the area. Straddling the boroughs of Lewisham and Greenwich, its historical village can be found to the south of the heath. The more modern area of this leafy suburb, known as Blackheath Standard, can be found to the north.

Its position along the ancient Roman road, Watling Street, allowed a Roman settlement to develop here. However, this prime location suffered greatly as a result of it. Its rich history includes battles waged during the reign of Etherlred the Unready and the Battle of Blackheath. During the 17th century, the area was the haunt of highwaymen who targeted stagecoaches making their way from London to Channel ports and north Kent.

Blackheath is well-positioned for your group’s travel plans, wherever your destination may be. The A21 is just a short drive in your minibus rental and provides access to Hastings, Bromley and Orpington. The A20 offers connections with Kent towns, central London and the M25. Those crossing the Channel in their minibus can reach Dover in less than 90 minutes.

January 26th, 2010 by eShop600

The elliptical cross-trainers are taking the fitness world by storm, and are becoming a more and more popular and fast way to get in shape. This John Lewis XT1 Elliptical Cross Trainer provides you with a low impact workout, which targets both the upper and lower-body areas to give you maximum body enhancement. For less than £350 at John Lewis, also take advantage of their ‘delayed VAT increase’ offer, until the 1st February 2010 for an even greater value for money product.

Twist your waistline and tone your tum. Power your arms and legs through a choice of the XT1cross trainer’s 24 training programmes to get noticeably more defined muscles all over. The Elliptical trainer mimics the natural movement of running or walking, so compared to normal running machines, the elliptical design is much more kind on the knees, ankles and low back.

This great value XT1 Elliptical Cross Trainer at John Lewis with delayed VAT increase offers includes a wide variety of workouts, perfectly designed to suit you. Either opt for one of the 12 pre-set training programmes, the heart rate control programmes, body fat programme or watt control programme. You can even customise your own workout using the Elliptical’s ‘user’ programmes and adjust as your body becomes fitter! With such a range of options to choose from, the XT1 really does tailor all interests and abilities, making it a great all-rounder.

The great value £349 XT1 Elliptical Cross Trainer at John Lewis clearly displays the overall time ran, distance, calories burned, speed, RPM, and level on the integrated control panel to enhance your motivation! Your heart rate is also impressively monitored via the hand sensors, and is shown in bright lights by the blue back-lit console.

The beauty of this Elliptical is its compact sleek and stylish design. Due to its streamline 66cm width, the XT1 is conveniently created to tuck away yet make a noticeable difference to your physique and mentality. As carefully conducted studies have shown, exercise has been linked to positive wellbeing, so strive for a healthier mindset set, as well as that trim dream-body!

Perhaps you’ve overindulged this Christmas, and wish to shed a few pounds? Or maybe you’re thinking ahead to summer, and wish to make an early start on being the envy of the beach! With the ultra-popular Elliptical cross-trainer, accentuate your arms, tone your tum and give your body an extreme makeover with this efficient piece of John Lewis kit!

Local Information for The Stoneleigh

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Stoneleigh is a small area in Surrey situated in the Epsom and Ewell district. The village was developed around the Stoneleigh Railway Station and the Broadway. This area was only developed in the 1930’s and until then was basically farm land and open fields. There is a red brick Anglican Church that was built here at that time. With your car you can explore this lovely place and view the parks that were part of Nonsuch Palace.

This palace was one of the Tudor palaces that Henry the Eighth lived in and was destroyed in the 17th century. Many pieces were sold to be used in other buildings, but the only remains of the banqueting hall are at the British Museum which you can visit with your car. The royal hunting grounds were sold off into farmlands, but some of them remain today as Nonsuch Park. In this park you will find The Mansion House to the west built in the 1800’s.

The Bowling Green Farmhouse and Coldharbour farmhouse were the original farms in this area and the owner John Stone built a house for himself that he called Stoneleigh. This is how the area got its name. Currently there are only 4500 people living in this village which makes it so quaint and friendly to visit with your car.

January 15th, 2010 by eShop600

Head down to John Lewis this month to avoid getting caught out by the increased VAT. Britain’s favourite retailer (2009) and best high street retailer (2009) John Lewis has delayed the increased VAT until the 1st February 2010 so you can continue to bag ultimate bargains in store and online. What’s more, the January clearance means further price slashes for you to take advantage of this month!

Escape the busy crowds and poor weather this month and head to your favourite holiday destination with handy and compact suitcases. These clearance Antler Lineam lightweight luggage set with padded lining and pockets at delayed VAT John Lewis sale are fantastic value for money – cheap due to the delayed VAT AND their low clearance price tag!

At John Lewis, you will be receiving 3 black Antler Lineam suitcases that are a leading label in travel luggage sets. Slashed to half price now in the January sale, these stylish and proficient cases will make your holiday organisation a breeze. All 3 sized suitcases feature multiple pockets on the outer panels for quick access to those essentials you may wish to store – Antler Lineam really do demonstrate their expertise and understanding of travel.

Each suitcase size is separately priced –

The large black case was £140, NOW £70
The medium black was £130, NOW £65
The small black was £120, NOW £60!

This luggage set will ensure that you can take everything you need with you – the large and medium sized cases are even fitted with expandable front panels for extra space. Each has padded lining on the soft-sided outer panel to absorb bumps and bangs along their journey, so all your items will be safely protected. Further protection is provided by the lockable main compartments.

The clearance Antler Lineam lightweight luggage set with padded lining and pockets at delayed VAT John Lewis sale is also a dream to handle. The 2 protective corner wheels and lockable telescopic handles make each sized suitcase simple and easy to wheel through the airport. Lifting the Antler Lineam cases are not a problem either, due to the fully padded top and side handles.

You really will be getting a steal of a bargain at John Lewis with this luggage set. Antler Lineam are an exemplary commitment to the travel world, and ensure to make your holiday experience enjoyable with no stresses. Beat the VAT increase at John Lewis, but be quick as this offer is available for a limited period only. What’s more, the half price deal here will make this a very popular buy indeed, so be quick.

Features Below:

Large: 101L, H71 x W46 x D25cm, 4.60kg
Medium: 70L, H62 x W41 x D23cm, 3.98kg
Small: 45L, H55 x W34 x D21cm, 3.29kg

Local Information for The Hyde

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The Hyde is a small area in the Barnet London Borough. This area was first recorded in the year 1281 and the name means the hide of land which is big enough for a family to live on (about 120 acres). With your car you can visit this little place which forms part of Hendon to see the attractions there.

One such attraction which is located nearby is the old Hendon Aerodrome now the RAF Museum which you can reach with your car. Here you can see the amazing machines that were part of the Royal Air Force. There is a large Irish connection in The Hyde and Hendon due to the influx of Irish navvies during the building of the Midland Railway. There are also discoveries that have been made concerning artefacts from the Roman era.

Your car in The Hyde will allow you to get to see the Hendon War Memorial as well as the 12th century grounds of Hendon House which was once home to the Abbot of Westminster. The only remaining part of this manor is known as Hendon Hall and was built in 1756.

January 14th, 2010 by eShop600

Kick start your New Year diet and a healthy 2010, and be on your way to a 5-a-day with this Magimix Juice Extractor at John Lewis. We all know how difficult it can be to cram 5 portions of fruit and veg into our daily diet, so make it simple with this special purchase Magimix Le Duo Juice Extractor at the John Lewis clearance sale and delayed VAT offer, and feel instantly refreshed. Take advantage of John Lewis’ triple offer saving on this juicers –
1) Already at a clearance sale price, this Magimix Juice Extractor has been slashed to a super-low steal
2) This item is on a ‘special purchase’ offer for a limited time only, which means that John Lewis have obtained exclusive discounts from the company to bring the Magimix Juicer to you at great value
3) John Lewis are delaying their VAT increase until the 1st February 2010, which means that you can splurge a little more this month at John Lewis!

To benefit from all these ultra-low attractive clearance price however, bag this bargain for just £79.95 before the 17th January 2010 when the clearance offers ends on this juicer.

Start every morning by feeling revitalised with a glass of freshly squeezed fruit or veg juice, and be on your way to 5-a-day. The Magimix Le Duo Juice Extractor comes in a compact and stylish design – finished in satin steel, this item measures in at H33 x W21 x D21.5cm. It really is perfectly sized to practically tuck away on your side-counter when not in use, and its modern stylish exterior will fit in at any home.

You won’t waste any piece of fruit with this special purchase Magimix Le Duo Juice Extractor at the John Lewis clearance sale and delayed VAT offer. The Le Duo extractor uses centrifugal force to spin out the utmost amount of juice from any piece. In seconds, the 250 watt motor delivers fast and effective results. It also has a citrus press attachment to squeeze sharp flavours from the most exotic fruits.

The Magimix Juice Extractor at John Lewis continues to be a convenient piece of kit for under £80! It has an anti-drip valve to minimise any spills, but a quick wipe over the curvaceous shell makes it a breeze to clean. Should this not be enough though, the Magimix comes with a dishwasher safe bowl!

For under £80 at John Lewis’ clearance sale, delayed VAT deal and special purchase offer, the Le Duo Magimix satin steel finished Juice Extractor is the ideal gadget you need for a fast and simple way to feel revitalised every day. Who said healthy diet New Year resolutions were hard to stick to?!

Features Below:

Brand Magimix
Dimensions H33 x W21 x D21.5cm
FREE 3 year guarantee
250W

Local Information for Woodcote

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Woodcote is an area to the south of the Epsom and Ewell Borough of Greater London. The area takes its name from Woodcote Park, a manor house constructed in the 17th century. The park is now owned by the RAC, which has its country club there. Previous to this it was a convalescent home during World War 1.

Woodcote is on the fringe of the Epsom Downs close to the famous Epsom racecourse. On a clear day you can see the whole of London and some of rural Surrey from there. Horse racing has taken place on the downs for over 500 years and this has contributed to the growth of Woodcote. Queen Elizabeth I is known to have gone horse riding in the area when she visited nearby Nonsuch Palace.

Woodcote is one of the most affluent areas of the Epsom and Ewell Borough. Many large hosues were built in there in the late 19th century although the majority of the residential development took place after the end of the 2nd World War.

January 13th, 2010 by eShop600

Update your culinary equipment with double savings at John Lewis this month. The cheap black KitchenAid high quality 4 piece pan set at John Lewis clearance and delayed VAT low price combines superior cooking utensils with superb sale offers.

Triple savings are up for grabs here –
John Lewis are holding back their VAT increase date until the 1st February, which means that you will instantly be saving on this efficient KitchenAid 4 piece pan set.
What’s more, the leading brand set at John Lewis is in the clearance sale, so a slashed price is already available.
And finally, the fantastic quality set is on a special purchase deal, which means that John Lewis have obtained an exclusive discount from the company! Triple savings and tip-top cooking equipment are yours for only £100 this month, but this popular buy means you have little time to hang around!

For this excellent package deal, you will receive 3 glass-lidded saucepans of sizes 16cm, 18cm and 20cm, plus a 20cm frying pan, giving you opportunity to cook a whole host of meals and dishes. Each saucepan has differing capacities, with the 16cm having 1.9L, the 18cm having 2.8L, and the 20cm saucepan having 3.8L! The varying sizes and capacities make cooking convenient, enjoyable and diverse – no longer a chore with the leading brand KitchenAid high quality 4 piece pan set!

Expect high quality from John Lewis, as each of the pans have are made from heavy gauge aluminium, to ensure rapid cooking and even heat distribution to make delicious-class dishes. Furthermore, the three-coat non-stick surface with a patented hard-base ceramic primer makes cooking a dream – your food will avoid sticking to the bottom, and will be released with ease.

Don’t let the ‘aluminium’ put you off this great deal at John Lewis though – it may surprise you to know that all 3 saucepans and frying pan are hardwearing and super scratch-resistant. Also, the cheap KitchenAid set have safe ergonomic handles with dual rivets to give you a comfortable and confident grip when whipping up a treat!

This triple saving with special purchase offer is only available for a limited period only, so be quick to buy the cheap black KitchenAid high quality 4 piece pan set at John Lewis clearance and delayed VAT low price. Dishwasher and oven safe, along with diverse sizes, safe material, convenient features and steal savings make this deal a well-worth purchase

Local Information for Westminster

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This area known as the West End and/or Westminster is an area of central London that is home to many of the city’s largest businesses, major attractions and administrative headquarters. The name has also become synonymous with the theatres in the area of West End, making it the unofficial entertainment district in all of London.

The area of West End has long been favored by the rich and famous as a preferred place of residence because it was typically upwind of the crowded city. Also located near the heart of London’s power center of Westminster, the royal area is where laws are made and upheld for the rest of the United Kingdom.

The area was first developed in the seventeenth, eighteenth, and nineteenth centuries as a series of palaces, expensive town homes, and elite shopping venues and entertainment houses, but has since grown to include other residents. Her Majesty’s Theatre in Haymarket is a must stop, and is home to Andrew Lloyd Webber’s famous Phantom of the Opera. Parking is almost non-existent unless you have a paid or reserved spot, so you may want to park outside of West End and travel into the city.

January 8th, 2010 by eShop600

John Lewis really is the place to get some great deals this January, due to their vast clearance offers, plus delaying their VAT increase until the 1st February 2010. This means that you will be making double savings, in particular on this cheap ProForm Quick Start 9.0 foldaway workout treadmill.

Perhaps you have overindulged this Christmas, and want to shed a few pounds? Or may you just want to lead a healthier lifestyle this year? Whatever your motive, the ProForm Quick Start 9.0 foldaway workout treadmill at John Lewis Clearance, with delayed VAT increase and clearance sale deals, is the perfect choice.

For only £699 at John Lewis, a life-changing purchase is available for you to take advantage of this month. Dip into your savings and receive a piece of equipment that is already fully assembled – all you have to do is attach the console before you start to burn those calories and get that trim dream-body!

The ProForm Quick Start 9.0 foldaway workout treadmill is designed to perfectly suit any ability, due to its 8 Quick Start workout programs. Customise your workout by choosing from weight loss, pre-set and wellbeing categories to fit your exercise preference. Furthermore, set the ProForm Quick Start treadmill’s speed and incline percentage to perfectly adapt to your capability, and to adjust as your body becomes fitter.

Along with the convenient foldaway treadmill (ideal for easy storage), you will also receive a 5×7 matrix red LED console to make your exercise experience more effective. Verbal prompts are given to you to really get the best out of your ability, and more importantly to drive you to get that perfect body. Also, a wide choice of categories is clearly displayed clearly on the ProForm Quick Start treadmill’s console to make your experience even easier! Your heart rate is also impressively monitored via the hand sensors, and is shown visually on the LED console.

Not only will doing a few runs on this piece of equipment instantly enhance your endurance and tone those muscles, but also will improve your mentality – in carefully conducted studies, exercise has been linked to positive wellbeing. For under £700, this cheap ProForm Quick Start 9.0 foldaway workout treadmill at John Lewis, with delayed VAT increase and clearance sale deals, really is well worth dipping into your savings this month.

This fantastic offer can’t stay on for long though, so make sure not to miss out.

Features Below:

No Assembly required
Console LED
Dimensions L175 x W87 x H130cm
Folding
Heart rate monitoring (via chest strap)
Heart rate monitoring (via hand sensors)
Maximum user weight 130kg
Programs 8
Running surface L127 x W46cm
Weight 85kg

Local Information for West Wickham

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West Wickham is a town in the London Borough of Bromley, 10 miles south east of Central London.

Early settlements in the area date back to 1068 when the hamlet had a population of just 110. By 1377 the estimated population had decreased to 101 due to the Black Death Plague. The manor house and the parish church were rebuilt in 1469 by Henry Heydon, a lawyer from Norfolk.

By 1801 the population had increased to 436 as the village became popular with the nobility and landed gentry. In the 1920’s and 1930’s several large houses came up for sale. Some of these were demolished and in their place neat rows of houses were erected. By 1939 there were approximately 20,000 residents in the town.

After the Second World War, West Wickham became a major shopping centre and commercial offices started to appear. You can now find a large selection of shops, pubs and restaurants in both the High Street and Station Road.

West Wickham is served by a train service running from Hayes to Charing Cross and there are currently around 50 miles of cycle paths around West Wickham, linking the town to nearby Bromley

January 7th, 2010 by eShop600

Beat the increasing VAT at John Lewis this month for fantastic low price deals. The well-reputable department store is not increasing their VAT until the 1st February 2010, so this makes all their products a steal deal. Furthermore, the ‘special purchase’ offer on this White Bosch Washing Machine means that an exclusive special discount has been obtained from the company, so you can bag this superb product for a very keen price of just £299!

Don’t hang around though, as the VAT and special purchase offer won’t stay around for long!

The great value White Bosch Washing Machine at John Lewis extended low VAT and special purchase sale deal will make the most boring of chore a breeze. Choose from 15 washing programmes and spin speed settings to suit every item, colour and quality of clothing. There is even a hand-wash programme to cater for your delicates to ensure a thorough wash, but with careful procedure.

The Bosch brand really does excel themselves with this product. The Bosch WAA24171 model has a graded wash performance of A – the optimum grade of cleaning your clothes to look as good as new. What’s more, this cheap washing machine features the Aqua Plus wash system to ensure a more efficient wash and enhanced water distribution to get even the hardest of stains from your clothes. However, even if this isn’t enough to remove those tough marks, a special stains programme is perfectly designed for the job!

The white Bosch washing machine at John Lewis extended low VAT and special purchase sale deal is all about efficiency and convenience! An express wash system enables for rapid washing for mini loads, and a half load feature adjusts the water level for half loads to save on time and money! Also, the sizable 30cm door that opens to 140° makes loading and unloading your clothes a breeze.

A popular electrical brand presents a washing machine model with fantastic features, and an attractive exterior with several money-saving offers! The low extended VAT AND special purchase offer at John Lewis really do make this under £300 model a steal. You will even receive a FREE 2 year guarantee should anything go wrong, and for only £129 you can extend this guarantee period up to 5 years!

Local Information for Brompton

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Located within the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is the town of Brompton. Take your car to Brompton and have a look around at some of the beautiful sites. One such place not to be missed is the (incorrectly named) Brompton Oratory – its actual name is the Church of the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Situated next to the Victoria and Albert Museum, the church is the second largest Catholic Church in London, after Westminster. Inside are 12 statues of the apostles, dating back to 1644.

The church belongs to and is served by the Congregation of the London Oratory. The other two oratories in the United Kingdom are in Birmingham and Oxford. The Oratorian fathers emphasise the liturgy and celebrate Mass in Latin. Once you have sat through one of the traditional Masses and admired the architecture of the building pop in your car and visit the Brompton Cemetery.

The Cemetery is one of the ‘Magnificent Seven’ – a plan to build seven modern cemeteries around London in a ring, during the mid-1800s. Inner city graveyards (graveyards are traditionally attached to churches) were finding it difficult to cope with an increasing population (of living and, afterwards, the dead) and so new cemeteries were designed and built. The other six are Kensal Green, West Norwood, Highgate, Abney Park, Nunhead and Tower Hamlets. It is said that Beatrix Potter took the names for her characters from the headstones at Brompton Cemetery.