Meet the Locals

Toby Walker started learning the violin aged five and Charlotte Clemson at three. Both are proud ‘Suzuki kids’ – they followed the teaching philosophy of Dr Shinichi Suzuki – and they have now opened a Suzuki school at the Rocks Lane Multi-Sports Centre in Chiswick. Dr Suzuki developed a unique method that enables children to play to their best ability while absorbing key life skills at the same time. ‘Children start young (three-plus) when skills are easily mastered and they learn in a natural way by listening and repeating,’ explains Toby. ‘Lessons are on a one-to-one and group basis; making music is about communicating, so playing socially from the beginning is vital.’

West London Action for Children: Giving Local Children a Better Chance

Focusing on the disciplines of portraiture, figurative painting, printmaking and sculpture, the Heatherley School of Fine Art has a proud heritage as a teaching institution

Get in shape in the great outdoors with Bianca Sainty’s tailor-made fitness sessions

Kite Studios: Making Art Accessible – The award-winning Kite Studios is a creative oasis for all ages and abilities

Whether you are taking tea or planning a party, Betty Blythe adds a dash of glamour

From tempting individual treats to gorgeous gift boxes and sumptuous hampers, Maison Samadi provides a mouthwatering chocolate and confectionary choice for all occasions

Spring and summer are the perfect opportunity to service, maintain and install boilers and central heating systems

Hoang Lan: Authentic Vietnamese cuisine served with a smile – AN NGON MIENG – In Vietnamese, Hoang Lan means Wild Orchids.

Chartered Practice Architects: The Garden Commute – Creating a dedicated home workspace