For the 6th consecutive year, Laponie Ice Driving is offering top of the range training on its fleeting ice tracks in Arjeplog - exact replicas of famous Formula 1 circuits such as “Le Castellet” (3.8 km) or the newest arrival for the winter 2011 season (January-March), “Hockenheim” (4.7 km).

Both amateurs and professionals will be able to try out their ice driving skills on courses lasting from 2 to 4 days, whilst living out a unique experience in Lapland.

Discover Laponie behind the wheel of luxury cars

Located 95 km from the city of Arvidsjaur in North West Sweden, Arjeplog is situated at the heart of the great lakes region, at the foot of the Scandinavian Alps. The region boasts an exceptional environment and is a stunning backdrop for many typical Nordic activities, including snowmobiling and dog-sledding amongst others.

Whilst admiring an immaculate white landscape that stretches as far as the eye can see, participants can devote themselves to the ultimate ice driving experience using the latest racing car models such as the Mitsubishi EVO IX, Porsche Cayman S, Porsche GT3 or even the BMW 328i! Accompanied by professional instructors, particpants are sure to live a real adventure in the Far North that will leave them with lasting memories…

For full information please visit: http://www.laponieicedriving.com

MARY PORTAS OPENS A NEW SHOP SUPPORTING SAVE THE CHILDREN IN PRIMROSE HILL

Mary Portas and Save the Children have done it again, and what’s more, it’s just in time for Christmas; the season of goodwill! Following the success of ‘Mary’s Living & Giving Shop supporting Save the Children’ shops in Stockbridge, Edinburgh and Westbourne Grove, London, Mary’s third ‘Living & Giving Shop supporting Save the Children’ will open its Primrose Hill doors on Saturday 18 December 2010 at 11am. There will be the obligatory mince pies and mulled wine, as well as the dulcet tones of The Sylvia Young Theatre School who will be on hand to share a few carols.

Already causing a buzz amongst the local community and fashion insiders, the concept, designed by Mary’s agency, Yellowdoor, is breaking away from tradition and will be based around ‘The Home’. On entering, you are welcomed into the ‘Reception Room’ where Rupert Blanchard, the ‘King of Upcycling’ has added his touch to the customised till point. Take a pew in the ‘Living Room’ and take in the shabby chic furniture that is for sale, before heading into the ‘Library’ where you will be greeted by a bejewelled moose. Mary has certainly sprinkled her magic dust in the ‘Conservatory’, with its Saturday Market full of unique, and some exclusive, local finds. In addition to the bargain designer clothing, jewellery and homeware donated by brands such as Nina Campbell, Jessica Light, Kangol Headwear, Fred Perry and J Brand, this quirky ‘English house’ will be selling everything from vintage clothing and local crafts to potted plants; not forgetting the ‘Cabinet of Curiosities’ which is filled with original Rob Ryan works of art.

The charity is appealing to the fashion industry, book publishers, local crafts people and homeware designers to donate stock for the store launch. All money raised will go towards Save the Children helping to save children’s lives here in the UK and abroad.

Chris Coe, Head of Retail at Save the Children says: “We have been delighted with the response to both the Mary’s Living & Giving Shops already open in London and Edinburgh. Not only have very generous donations been coming in from premium brands and design houses, but the locals have really helped to shape these shops. Given the local interest at Primrose Hill even before the doors have opened, we feel sure this will be a similar success story.”

Mary Portas says:
“When I first donned my Save the Children tabard for Mary Queen of Charity Shops, I had no idea that just over a year later I’d be opening my third permanent Living & Giving shop for the charity.

I wanted to prove that charity shops could be as good a place to shop as high street retailers; well, I think we’ve gone one step further – I reckon they’re better. I am so excited to be setting up shop in Primrose Hill – there is a brilliant community already and I want local artists, craftspeople, designers, jam makers, cake bakers and shoppers to come a be a part of Living & Giving, after all, it’s a space for you, the local community.”

Save the Children is appealing for donations and for local volunteers to work in the shop. To donate stock or to enquire about volunteering visit our website at www.savethechildren.org.uk or call 020 7012 6400 .

WESTFIELD LONDON’S CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN…

Following the phenomenal Christmas Lights switch-on in November where 10,000 fans came out to see global superstar Rihanna launch Christmas 2010, Westfield London brings magic to the Capital by offering fairytale experiences for all the family making it the number one shopping destination this festive period.

Whether you are looking to grab those presents for under the tree or simply entertain the family and get a bite, look no further than Westfield London for your ultimate Christmas shopping experience. And if you need a little Christmas shopping inspiration we’ve picked out thousands of great gifts for you; your friends and your family. Find the ideal presents to add to everyone’s wish lists (including your own!) www.westfieldwishes.com

Check out what’s on from now until the BIG day…

DON’T MISS…

The Ice Rink | 13th November – 2nd January
Westfield London Ice Rink will be a unique skating experience for amateur and professional skaters alike. With 30x15 metres of real ice and the capacity for 150 skaters at a time, shoppers can take time out from the shops or devote a night out to sample some of the culinary delights from a choice of over 50 dining offers followed by hours of skating fun under Westfield London’s stunning glass roof and dazzling Christmas lights. Skating begins on 14th November and continues right through to 2nd January (excluding Christmas Day only). The Ice Rink is suitable for all ages from 4 years although children under the age of 12 will need to be accompanied on the ice by a paying adult.

Santa’s Wish Kingdom | 14th November - 24th December
Back by popular demand, the award-winning Rocket the Reindeer™ and friends will be showing ‘Rocket’s Sleigh Adventure’ a fabulous new story in 3D all about Santa’s sleigh being kidnapped by Rocket the Reindeer™ and The Cheeky ™. Whilst Santa gets stranded down the chimney, those two mischievous friends go on sleigh ride adventures.
See ‘Pip and Pop'™ fly in their new ‘Elf jet packs™’ and, with the Wishfairy’s™ magical sprinkle dust, hopefully they can rescue Santa in time to deliver all the presents on Christmas Eve.
Entry is FREE. Free if booked in-centre from November 12th. A booking fee of £1.50 applies to all tickets booked online.

Westfield London’s Christmas Choir Competition
Kids from across London are warming up their voices as they gear up for an exciting school Christmas choir competition at Westfield London. Seventeen local schools are taking part in the first of an annual competition, which will see school choirs battle it out throughout December ahead of a live final in the centre on Friday 10th December with presentations to winners on Thursday 16th December.

The choirs will be judged on three categories – Best Dressed, Best Performance and Best Choir and the 3 winning schools will take home a cheque for £1,000. Local choirs and charities will also be singing carols and fundraising over the festive season. For a full schedule and times visit westfield.com/london.

Send your Christmas Video messages from Westfield London to our troops abroad

Video site Winkball will be signing up members of the public to create an online archive of tribute video clips for Our Boys as part of the "Faces of the Forces" campaign. Join the reporters at Westfield London to record your message which can be added to the 350, 000 messages already recorded including messages from Prime Minister David Cameron, Pixie Lott, Holly Willoughby, Tom Jones, Bruce Forsyth, and JLS.

Winkball hopes to clock up the whopping target of one million messages to show troops at home and abroad by Christmas so come down to Westfield London to record your message from 6th – 8th Dec.

Westfield London’s Festive Italian Food Festival
The Southern Terrace will be transformed into a traditional Italian market from 7th - 12th December 2010. This one-of-a kind celebration of Italian cuisine will reflect the true flavour of Italian food and community, selling Italian Bread, Pastries, Biscuits, Nougats, Chocolate, Marinated olives, Olive oil, Cheese, Salami, Sicilian savouries pasties, Arancini, Calzoni, Cannoli. Open daily from 8.30am to 10pm. Sponsored by www.sicilianfood.co.uk.

Pines and Needles – London’s only drive through Christmas tree store!

Pines and Needles, London’s only drive through Christmas Tree store has opened at Westfield London, located just outside the car park entrance on Ariel Way! Buy a fresh Christmas tree either from our convenient drive-through store, and have it delivered to your door - Pines and Needles can even install, decorate and recycle trees in London. Receive £10 of free mistletoe and holly when you buy your Christmas tree from Pines and Needles. Just mention “Westfield Coupon” either at their drive-through store or online here.

Vue Cinema | Kids AM
AM-azing value kids’ AM screenings of your favourite family films for only 95 pence per ticket for 2D films and £2.95 for 3D films. If that's not enough, kids can bring along an adult for the same price. Kids am screenings are every Saturday and Sunday morning and every morning in the half term holidays. All adults must be accompanied by at least one child

Christmas Sales
Head West of the Capital when the sales season kicks-start. At Westfield London you can discover everything from high street stores to objects of desire from one-off boutiques. We’ve rounded-up the most exclusive offers from Westfield London’s first to UK brands, so you can walk away with a sale buy as unique as your style!

GET INTO LONDON THEATRE – BOOKING OPENS 7 DECEMBER

Enjoy Big Shows at Small Prices from 1 January to 18 February 2011

The 10th Get Into London Theatre kicked off this week offering unbelievable ticket deals to more than 50 top London shows for performances from 1 January to 18 February 2011.

The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson said: “Hats off to the Society of London Theatre. As well as the packed onstage line up, they've added an exciting programme of activities and events. Get Into London Theatre means you can bag a bargain at a time when people are watching their pennies and is a delightful fillip for the chilly first months of the year. It's a fabulous opportunity to discover why our theatre industry is the envy of the world.”

Experience the magic of London theatre with tickets at £10, £15, £25 and £35 for a wide choice of musicals, plays, opera, dance and entertainment from Jersey Boys, Wicked and Clybourne Park to The Snowman, La Bohème (Soho Theatre) andEnglish National Ballet’s Romeo And Juliet.

For the first time ever, the Society of London Theatre has devised a unique programme of exclusive Get Into London Theatre show and activity packages – see your favourite show, then take part in a special workshop or meet the talent behind London’s hottest productions.

Brand new opportunities for 2011 include the chance to learn a dance routine from Mamma Mia! with the Dance Captain Tim Stanley; join the cast of The 39 Steps to find out how they stage the chase on The Flying Scotsman; rock with the cast of We Will Rock You in an exclusive singing workshop; peek behind the scenes of A Flea In Her Ear at the iconic Old Vic theatre; learn the moves of legendary choreographer Bob Fosse with a cast member from Chicago; and put your questions to the cast of the international hit show Stomp.

The Society of London Theatre is also offering for 2011 two new walking tours which uncover Theatreland’s hidden secrets, at a special rate for Get Into London Theatre bookers.

Booking opens on 7 December on the Get Into London Theatre website www.getintolondontheatre.co.uk and via the Ticket Hotline: 0871 230 1548. Catch up with the latest news on this year’s top line-up of shows and exclusive activities on the website, along with Facebook (www.facebook.com/getintolondontheatre) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/giltoffers).

THE HURLINGHAM CLUB - AN AWARD WINNING VENUE…

Searcys at The Hurlingham Club is delighted to announce a double win at the recent 2010 Eventia Awards. The prestigious venue was awarded Event Hotel / Venue (capacity 751 or more) – Gold and Venue Event Team – Silver.

The awards confirm that the East Wing of The Hurlingham Club is simply the best venue for large numbers. Comfortably seating 1,000 people for dinner and 1,200 for a drinks reception with 1500m2 of stunning events space to make your own, the possibilities for a truly bespoke event are endless. Returning clients that include Cancer Research, The Wimbledon Ball, Fortis Tennis Classic and the recent Professional Cricket Association Awards for 900 people would certainly agree.

Situated within 42 acres of landscaped gardens in Fulham and overlooking the Thames, the private members club is a green oasis in the midst of the bustling city. The East Wing of The Hurlingham Club is also available for corporate and private events including conferences, meetings, lunches and dinners. Whatever the occasion, guests are treated with a bespoke, luxury service.
Searcys, the force behind other prestigious venues such as 30 St Mary Axe and the St Pancras Champagne Bar serve first class cuisine prepared by a team of talented chefs led by an award winning Executive Chef. A dedicated Searcys events team and Banqueting Manager will work alongside clients to deliver to specification.
The Searcys team at The Hurlingham Club are thrilled to have won the industry awards and would like to thank all past and present clients. “We are delighted to win these awards. As a venue we offer immediate access to the most prestigious space in London or indeed the UK” Commented Searcys General Manager, Mark Ward.

www.hurlinghamclub.org.uk or www.searcys.co.uk
020 7610 7526

GORGEOUS 100% CASHMERE RIBBED SOCKS FOR CHRISTMAS FROM COCOONU - THE PERFECT GIFT

Beautiful new design for Christmas - a totally gorgeous range of 100% cashmere ribbed socks. The warmest, softest, perfect gift for men and women - even the person you think has everything will love a pair. Incredible warmth and style for everyday wear and also lovely for slouching at the end of a long day. Come with their own natural cotton drawstring bag, so no need for wrapping.

Ladies available in Winter White, Natural and Powder Blue £36.50
CLICK HERE <http://www.cocoonu.com/cashmere-socks/100-cashmere-luxury-ribbed-ladies-socks-262-112-382.php> to buy

Mens available in Natural, Light Grey and Black £36.50
CLICK HERE <http://www.cocoonu.com/cashmere-socks/100-cashmere-luxury-ribbed-mens-socks-253-112-372.php> to buy

CocoonU Cashmere www.cocoonu.com or from our Harrogate Boutique @
5 Montpellier Mews, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2TQ 01423 880975

AMAZING CHRISTMAS GIFT FROM BY ELISE
White Pearl, Onyx and Quartz Choker (BES516)

A stunning ten string onyx, smokey quartz and white pearl evening choker with satin ribbon and pearl tie.

18ins excluding tie.

£200

Find out more - click here

FEIYUExSELFRIDGES: Pop-up Shop Launch

The forward thinking French sneaker brand Feiyue (www.feiyue-shoes.com) recently announced the opening of its first innovative, interactive Pop-up Shop exclusively at Selfridges, London from November 29 2010 until January 4 2011.

The entrance of Selfridges? critically acclaimed Shoe Galleries will be transformed by the installation of a unique interactive Pop-up Shop - a dynamic, ever-changing conceptual space combining forward- thinking technical innovation and an explosion of colour to capture the essence and playful nature of the Feiyue brand.

The Selfridges X Feiyue Pop-up Shop is constructed of playful wooden building blocks, integrating benches, sales points and digital pads. These digital pads will feature the Feiyue i-PAD application, offering customers the opportunity to customise their own shoes live and direct in-store.
In the same spirit of one-off customisation, visitors will be encouraged to interact will the design of the Selfridges X Feiyue Pop-up Shop itself.

Visitors to the space will be offered cubes of different colours, allowing them to change the landscape of the space by adding to or rearranging the existing building-block design. Customers can use the building blocks as artistic tools, allowing them to leave their personal touch on the Selfridges X Feiyue Pop-up Shop space.

The Selfridges X Feiyue Pop-up Shop will stock an edited unisex selection from the Autumn Winter 2010 range, offering the option for customers to uniquely re-engineer the designs to their own taste. The selection has been edited by the young French team at Feiyue to reflect the best of the iconic sneakers offered by the brand in a range of fabrics - including the original canvas style, leather and suede.

The Selfridges X Feiyue Pop-up Shop epitomises the brand's slogan - Flying Forward - with an innovative, experimental and cutting-edge conceptual launch with Britain's leading department store.

EXCLUSIVE ELEMIS LUXURY STOCKING FILLERS
This year, Elemis have created four luxurious stocking fillers EXCLUSIVE to timetospa.co.uk. Combining award winning products across the Elemis range, these brightly coloured wash bags are the perfect stocking filler this Christmas, providing cutting edge skincare with exceptional quality and value.

Nourishing Secrets - £20.00 | Save £11.00
This collection ensures skin is kept beautifully moisturised and nourished whilst the travel candle uplifts the spirits and relaxes the mind.
• Skin Nourishing Milk Bath 125ml
• NEW! Skin Nourishing Hand and Body Lotion 100ml
• Exotic Cream Moisturising Mask 15ml
• Travel Candle

Sublime Beauty - £25.00 | Save £27.00
This collection combines four award winning anti ageing products and delivers clinically proven results. Skin is left more youthful and rejuvenated.
• Cellular Recovery Skin Bliss Capsules 14 Caps
• Gentle Rose Exfoliator 15ml • Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Mask 15ml • Pro-Collagen MarineCream 15ml

Sheer Brilliance - £20.00 | Save 18.50
This collection will leave skin radiant and glowing with a visible luminosity that will instantly lift dull complexions.
• Maximum Moisture Day Cream 50ml
• Skin Buff 20ml
• Fruit Active Rejuvenating Mask 20ml
• NEW! Visible Brilliance 10ml
Divine Radiance - £20.00 | Save £16

This collection brings together three award winning products including the new Pro-Radiance Cream Cleanser, providing beautiful skin with visible anti ageing results.

NEW! Pro-Radiance Cream Cleanser 30ml
Pro-Collagen Marine Cream 15ml Papaya Enzyme Peel 15ml Cleansing Mitt
Direct link to Stocking Fillers... http://www.timetospa.co.uk/christmas-shop/stocking-fillers/

ST. TROPEZ'S SEASON FOR SHARING DISCOUNTS

St Tropez has just launched its Season for Sharing starting with a very festive 30% discount on all products at their online store from now until 12th December. Readers can take advantage of the offer by simply referring 3 friends to www.sttropeztan.com after which they’ll receive a code to shop away!

With Christmas right around the corner, it’s time to start that all-important party prep and St. Tropez has made things fabulously easy with a St. Tropez Festive Calendar. Check it out for daily expert hints and tips to get you ready for the office party of a girlie night out this party season http://www.st-tropez.com/festive-calendar.

And if you fancy giving somebody you love a real treat this Christmas then check out the exclusive St. Tropez Christmas Gift Set for only £30 which includes Bronzing Lotion, Matte Powder Bronzer and essential Tan Optimisers all presented in a beautiful beauty bag http://www.st-tropez.com/christmas-kits

HAVE HIS GROOMING ROUTINE ALL WRAPPED UP THIS CHRISTMAS
New Lynx gift sets – the perfect stocking filler this Christmas

Make sure every man in your life has what he needs to keep him smelling sweet this party season with a Lynx Christmas gift set. With 10 to choose from, the range offers a grooming solution for even the fussiest man.

Lynx Dark Temptation Trio (RRP £8.50)
A perfect gift for any teenage son looking for his first fragrance, Dark Temptation combines the hints of chocolate and whipped cream to create an irresistible fragrance. The pack includes an effective anti-perspirant, body spray and shower gel which all work together to provide a complete grooming routine.

Lynx Africa Body Spray and Shower Gel (RRP £4.99)
Kick start his morning with a shower gel in the old favourite Lynx Africa. It is accompanied by a body spray so that he can top up during the day too, ensuring his skin stays smelling great from the moment he leaves the house until he returns - whether from the office, school or the Christmas party!

Lynx Sensitive Anti-Perspirant and Hydrating Shower Balm (RRP £5.99)
Appeal to his sensitive side over the party season with a Lynx Skin Contact anti-perspirant and shower balm. The hydrating shower balm will leave him feeling clean and moisturised, while the alcohol free Dry+ Sensitive anti-perspirant will prevent underarm irritation, keep him dry, and smelling great, with its light and bright fragrance of apple and cucumber and base notes of sandalwood and amber.

Lynx Dark Temptation Body Spray and Shower Gel (RRP £4.99)
Be a bit selfish this Christmas and give your man something that you can get as much pleasure from as he will. The chocolate aromas of Lynx Temptation Shower Gel followed by a blast of the body spray will have him smelling good enough to eat!

Lynx Africa Body Spray and Aftershave (RRP £9.99)
Treat him to an old classic from the Lynx range. The vanilla base notes of Lynx Africa will keep him smelling sweet over the festive period and well into the New Year.

The Lynx Christmas gift packs are available nationwide

SAVE £23 ON A GORGEOUS CHRISTMAS GIFT FROM GOK FOR ONE WEEK ONLY – EXCLUSIVELY AT BOOTS!
10th – 16th December 2010

When it comes to Christmas, girls love to look gorgeous! That’s why this week the better than half price ‘Gift of the Week’ from Boots is the Gok Limited Edition Deluxe Collection. Between 10th and 16th December, this fabulous gift set can be purchased for just £22 (original price, £45) in-store and online at boots.com. Any girl will be delighted to unwrap this deluxe gift from the nation’s favourite super-stylist, Gok Wan!

Gok’s range of gifts, available exclusively at Boots, is designed to keep women looking fabulous and feeling body-confident throughout the festive season and into the new year. The Gok Limited Edition Deluxe Collection contains a beautiful selection of treats, including: bodywashes, shower scrub, body oil, bath essence and bodymask - ensuring a fantastic flirty glow for the Christmas parties. It even includes luxurious body butters and a body polisher to really let that lucky lady indulge in some seasonal pampering.

Spoil that special someone with the Gok Limited Edition Deluxe Collection, which comes in a luxe gold coffret case to add an extra touch of glamour to this perfect gift. Don’t forget, Boots Advantage Card holders can also collect 88 points with this Gok gift, that’s four points to the pound. What’s more, to solve your gifting dilemmas this Christmas the Boots Ask The Girls service is here for you. Throughout the Christmas period, dedicated Boots staff will be on-hand in selected larger Boots stores to answer all of your gifting queries. For those who prefer to shop online, gift experts will also be giving help and advice live on dedicated web chats on boots.com.

This week’s ‘Gift of the Week’ will be available to customers on boots.com from 0700 hours, Friday 10th December. To ensure the offer is available to all customers, any boots.com shopping baskets containing the product, ahead of this date and time, will be reset

This offer is not included in our 3 for 2 Mix & Match, from 10th to 16th December at Boots

There are no restrictions on the number of customer purchases of the offer at Boots

http://www.boots.com

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