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  It was a victory for England at the Cartier Cup 2010 when they played New Zealand on Sunday. The pimms was flowing and the sun was shining as England dominated the field.

 The earlier match between Hurlingham and the Prince of Wales’s team was also a spectacular sight to be seen with an energetic five Chukka match. As he relaxed in the Royal enclosure, we are sure though a good game Prince Charles was disappointed to see his team defeated.

Tower Bridge Jane really enjoyed her day out with friends and has been reading up on the history of polo. So we thought we would share a small polo fact with you all involving the Hurlingham team that she saw.

Polo Fact

In the mid 19th century an Irishman, Captain John Watson, of the British Cavalry 13th Hussars, created the first set of written rules for playing polo. In 1874 the Hurlingham Rules were created. They limited the number of players to five on a team and included the offside rule.

In the spirit of summer, we thought we would share our favourite beaches here at Hide All. In the hope that we would get to visit before the sun leaves.

Starting with Rachel’s favourite, Brighton beach has so much choice. With the famous pier, lanes for shopping, and pebbles, it is a classic for England.

Next we have Katy’s! Though Katy is beginning a new adventure as an Art teacher, we felt given she is such an important part of Hide All that its only right she be included! Her choice is Holkham beach in Norfolk; and being a Norfolk girl we should think this place has some great memories for her.

Our newest member of Hide All has chosen something a bit further from home. Estepona beach in Spain is where Jane likes to spend her time when possible and hopes to get there for a visit very soon!

Our last but certainly not least choice is Pauline’s very favourite and much loved Saunton Sands in Devon, where she grew up, and still visits whenever the opportunity arises. A truly beautiful place, it is apparent from this image just why this would be her favourite.

So we wish you all happy holidaying this summer!

Which is yours?

Sophie (working in Hide All Greenwich most Saturdays) is off to Glastonbury - well done on finishing your AS-Levels!

No-one here at Hide All has Wimbledon tickets but oh we do love this fortnight! And what a game last night… Good luck Isner and Mahut! The question is; do you have any legs left for today?

 Our town centre manager in Greenwich, Emma, is getting married on Saturday. Lots and lots of love and best wishes on your special day! We will all be there and look forward to celebrating with you.

 As for the football, roll on Sunday! Remember boys, it’s Germany - no penalty shoot-outs please.

Said Pauline to Mick last Friday night, “Are there any Charlton players here at the World Cup 2010?”.

“Oh no!” replied Mick.

“That must say something” thought Pauline. But… there are!

And what a week we Charlton fans working at Hide All have had. Up to 7 players (thinks Mick, or 6 for Pauline and Nick!). The highlight being the Denmark game last Monday - what a surprise. Answers at the end of this blog…

And… Charlton community scheme was discussed extensively on BBC Radio 5 Live this morning, the template for Ajax Cape Town community scheme - how proud we are! Well done Jason Morgan.

And a mention here of Sean Bartlett and Mark Fish, Charlton’s Premiership South African players! Fondly remembered.

Here are the the answers to the Charlton players (past and sadly not present) now at the 2010 World Cup…

Nigeria - Danny Shittu

USA - Jonathan Spector

Algeria - Madjd Bougherra

Denmark - Stephan Anderson and Dennis Rommedahl

Cameroon - Alex Song

England - Jermain Defoe (not included in Pauline and Nick’s list!)

 Good luck to England tonight!

Father’s Day

Hello Lucky Father’s Day card, Takkoda Mr. T coaster and Simon Carter watch.

Weddings

Twinset and Pearls wedding card, Radley ivory bag and Simon Carter mother-of-pearl cufflinks.

Festivals

Uttam Jessie skirt (also available in cream), Burt’s Bees Res-Q Ointment and Slingsax.

And More!

Football-themed cards from Tracks and Simon Carter Union Jack cufflinks.

A blog entry for all our green fingered gardening enthusiasts!

Radley London’s Bletchley Park range; travel card holder in red and small purse in ivory.

The Chelsea Flower Show 25-29 May 2010 - what a great place for inspiration!

Lisa Stickley’s posh bags and purses; Daisy Fig pattern in Powder Puff Pink and Green.

Bright floral prints from Orla Kiely (l-r: midi sling, shoulder bag and maxi sling).

And our favourite rose garden in Greenwich Park.

And Hide All is nearly 25 years old too. We started with a market stall in February 1986 with the store opening a year later. When did you buy your first Hidesign briefcase?

Join the festivities in Greenwich on Friday 21st May. Bring in vintage Hide All and you can qualify for a 20% discount off a new leather bag. Offer runs between Friday 14th and Sunday 23rd.

The sun is out and the London Marathon is this Sunday. Starting on Blackheath between 9-9.45am the runners will have covered 6 miles when they arrive at Greenwich Cutty Sark, then will run over Tower Bridge at 12 miles and then pass the Tower of London at 22 miles. Good luck all you runners!

Hide All Greenwich and Tower Bridge look forward to seeing all our marathon runners and their families over the weekend. Discounts in store for all visitors quoting “marathon weekend” (valid on purchases over £25).

Enjoy. Both Hide All stores open all weekend but we’re all planning some leisure time as well. Nick’s off to have a Harry Potter experience in Glencoe, Scotland. Rachel is reliving her childhood in Norfolk. Matt our Cambridge rower is going to be busy drumming up support for the team on Saturday. Pauline and Mick are off to Devon and remaining Gebbetts will be supporting Charlton as they take on the mighty Carlisle on Easter Monday!

The 156th Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race - Saturday 3 April 2010 at 16:30.

Charlton Athletic will be playing against Carlisle United on the 5th April 15:00 at The Valley.

And an Easter treat for us all to enjoy - Lambing Live! Especially for you Louise. x

It was such exciting news when Blackheath was announced as the secret location for Climate Change Camp. So today, Hide All went down to the peaceful protest to have a look.

Although the camp was still being set up, you can see what a worthwhile event this will be. Already the camp had a great atmosphere. There will be excellent workshops, talks and music that will all centre on climate issues and the financial crisis. It really is an important event, so everyone should try and show their support in some way.

Blackheath is symbolic to the camp organisers. Being the historic location of the Peasant’s revolt in 1381, it is the ideal location for a new social struggle. With Canary Wharf in full view of the camp, the ultimate capitalist symbol is a main target for the protesters, as are the oil companies and government departments that will all be in the spotlight.

Let’s hope the camp stays peaceful and the demonstrations raise awareness, reminding people that we should speak out and get involved.