Zoo Magazine – 27 December 2008 to 8 January 2009 – Jennifer Metcalfe – New Year Special

Original UK edition of Zoo Magazine, Issue 252, dated 27 December 2008 – 8 January 2009, featuring Hollyoaks actress Jennifer Metcalfe on the front cover, alongside a special feature introducing new glamour models for 2009, presented by Amy Green.

This New Year edition combines celebrity photography, television personalities, modelling features, football, sports, motoring, fashion, technology and entertainment.

The magazine is particularly interesting for collectors of Jennifer Metcalfe, Amy Green, British glamour photography and late-2000s popular culture.

Magazine Details

Publication: Zoo Magazine
Issue Number: 252
Cover Date: 27 December 2008 – 8 January 2009
Original UK Price: £1.60
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Format: Original printed men's weekly magazine
Condition: Pre-owned – please read the detailed condition report
SKU: 1573

Front Cover – Jennifer Metcalfe

The front cover prominently features British actress Jennifer Metcalfe, best known for portraying Mercedes McQueen in the Channel 4 soap opera Hollyoaks.

Jennifer appears in a large colour studio photograph occupying the right-hand side of the cover.

She is pictured with long, dark, wavy hair, smiling towards the camera against a pale background.

The cover uses the magazine's characteristic oversized red Zoo masthead, together with orange, yellow, white and black headlines.

The main Jennifer Metcalfe feature is promoted as an exclusive photoshoot.

A smaller photograph of Jennifer appears in the top-left corner, alongside the headline advertising the exclusive feature.

The cover also introduces the magazine's special New Year edition, focusing on emerging models, entertainment and lifestyle trends for 2009.

Additional cover highlights include:

• Amy Green introducing new modelling talent.

• A selection of featured models for 2009.

• The coolest cars of 2009.

• A feature on 50 new trainers.

• Football transfer news.

The magazine's colourful design is typical of British men's weekly publications from the late 2000s.

Jennifer Metcalfe – Exclusive Hollyoaks Feature

Page 4 – Jennifer Metcalfe

The photographed contents spread confirms a dedicated feature featuring Jennifer Metcalfe.

A large photograph shows Jennifer wearing a black satin-style corset with lace detailing.

She is pictured standing with one hand resting on her hip, with dark wavy hair and a confident expression.

The black outfit contrasts with her complexion and the darker background, creating a distinctive fashion and glamour photograph.

The accompanying headline promotes Jennifer's appearance in Zoo and references her association with Hollyoaks.

This feature is particularly relevant to collectors of:

• Jennifer Metcalfe.

• Hollyoaks.

• Mercedes McQueen memorabilia.

• British television actresses.

• Celebrity magazine photography.

• Late-2000s entertainment publications.

Special Feature – New Models for 2009

Page 32 – Amy Green Presents New Talent

One of the main features of this issue is a special New Year selection of emerging glamour models, introduced by Amy Green.

The feature showcases several models through professionally photographed portraits and introductory profiles.

The photographed pages confirm the presence of the following personalities.

Amy Green

Amy Green introduces the feature and appears in a large, illustrated double-page spread.

The opening page uses a bold blue-and-white design, with a prominent heading announcing the new models for 2009.

Amy is pictured with blonde hair, wearing black-and-white underwear against a pale studio background.

The accompanying text introduces her role in presenting the selection of models and includes an interview discussing her modelling career.

The adjacent page contains a large close-up photograph of Amy, extending across much of the page.

Katie Leigh – Page 39

Katie Leigh appears in a full-page glamour photograph.

She is pictured outdoors against a green, leafy background, with dark hair, a colourful necklace and pink underwear.

The page includes her name, age, location and an introductory profile.

Her photograph is particularly striking because of the natural outdoor setting and bright colour contrast.

Nicole Ford

Nicole Ford is featured in the photographed model selection.

The visible page shows a blonde model with styled hair against a blue background, accompanied by a printed name heading and profile text.

Jasmine Sinclair

Jasmine Sinclair is featured on another photographed interior page.

Her name appears prominently in a large blue circular heading.

The page includes a smaller full-length photograph and accompanying profile information.

Poppy Rivers

Poppy Rivers appears in a close-up portrait photograph.

She is pictured with long, dark brown hair and a neutral expression against a pale background.

Her name appears in a black circular heading, accompanied by a smaller photograph and introductory text.

Brooke Lee

Brooke Lee appears in the same special feature.

The photographed page shows her smiling with blonde hair, with her name displayed in a prominent blue heading.

Additional Models

The photographed contents spread also identifies:

• Kelly McGregor – Featured in a small photograph promoting the model selection.

• Nicole Ford – Featured in the contents preview and interior photographs.

The feature is a useful example of Zoo's early-2009 editorial photography, combining model profiles, studio portraits and introductory interviews.

Motoring – The Coolest Cars of 2009

Page 14 – New Cars for 2009

The magazine includes a feature examining new and desirable cars for 2009.

The photographed contents spread includes a large image of a silver Aston Martin sports car.

The vehicle features:

• A low-profile aerodynamic body.

• A distinctive Aston Martin front grille.

• Sculpted bonnet and bodywork.

• Large alloy wheels.

• A sleek metallic silver finish.

The feature provides additional interest for collectors of automotive magazines and late-2000s sports car publications.

Sport – Chris Hoy

Page 68 – Sports Personality of the Year

The magazine features British Olympic cyclist Sir Chris Hoy.

The photographed contents spread includes a picture of Hoy wearing a suit and holding an award.

The accompanying article follows his sporting achievements and recognition during 2008.

The magazine also contains a feature relating to Zoo's cycling experience with Chris Hoy.

Football and Sporting Features

The issue includes several articles covering football and other sporting personalities.

January Transfer Window – Page 64

The magazine discusses potential football transfers during the January 2009 transfer window.

Ashley Young – Page 60

A football feature involving Aston Villa player Ashley Young and the England national team.

David Bentley – Page 74

The magazine includes coverage of footballer David Bentley and England manager Fabio Capello.

Michael Bisping – Page 72

A feature involving British mixed martial artist Michael Bisping.

FA Cup – Page 62

The contents spread includes coverage of the FA Cup, with a photograph of football players celebrating.

Other Sports Coverage

Additional sports content includes:

• Football statistics and trivia.

• Premier League news.

• Football predictions.

• Sporting personalities from 2008.

• New Year sporting highlights.

Entertainment and Television

The magazine includes articles covering entertainment, television, technology and popular culture.

Alexandra Burke and The X Factor – Page 76

A feature discusses Alexandra Burke following her success on The X Factor.

The contents spread includes a photograph of Alexandra performing.

New Video Games – Page 18

A preview of upcoming video games for 2009.

Technology and Gadgets – Page 20

A selection of new gadgets and technology products.

New Trainers – Page 90

A feature examining 50 new trainers, with photographs of contemporary footwear.

Additional Features

Other contents advertised in the magazine include:

• Page 10 – Celebrity New Year resolutions.

• Page 13 – A surfing feature.

• Page 22 – An Australian survival story.

• Page 28 – Zoo versus Danny Dyer.

• Page 48 – New Year quiz.

• Page 52 – Sporting personalities and food.

• Page 54 – Fitness advice.

• Page 70 – Pub quiz and humour.

• Page 78 – Entertainment recommendations.

• Page 87 – Two-week television guide.

• Page 106 – Pub facts.

These features provide an interesting snapshot of British entertainment, technology, sport and lifestyle trends at the beginning of 2009.

Collectors' Interest

This issue may appeal to collectors of:

• Zoo Magazine UK.

• Jennifer Metcalfe.

• Hollyoaks and Mercedes McQueen.

• Amy Green.

• Katie Leigh.

• Nicole Ford.

• Jasmine Sinclair.

• Poppy Rivers.

• Brooke Lee.

• Kelly McGregor.

• British glamour photography.

• Celebrity magazine appearances.

• Alexandra Burke and The X Factor.

• Sir Chris Hoy.

• Michael Bisping.

• Aston Martin sports cars.

• British football memorabilia.

• Late-2000s men's lifestyle magazines.

• Original magazines from 2008 and 2009.

The special New Year theme and selection of emerging models make this an interesting period publication for collectors of British entertainment and glamour magazines.

Condition Report – Please Read Carefully

Condition: Pre-owned, with visible age-related wear, handling marks and storage wear.

The photographs show the actual magazine being offered.

Front Cover

The original front cover remains present, with the Jennifer Metcalfe photograph, Zoo masthead, issue date and main headlines clearly visible.

Visible imperfections include:

• Noticeable rubbing and wear along the left-hand spine edge.

• Small areas of surface abrasion and colour loss near the spine.

• Light creasing and handling marks across the cover.

• Minor bending and wear around the corners.

• Slight edge wear, particularly along the lower edge.

• Light surface scuffs and marks.

• Some gentle curvature and waviness from previous handling.

The cover retains its bright original colours and printed details.

Spine and Binding

The photographed spine shows general wear associated with age and handling.

The visible interior pages remain attached, and the magazine opens to display its original illustrated spreads.

There is some page curvature around the central binding.

Interior Pages

The photographed interior pages show the original printed photographs, articles and page layouts.

Visible condition details include:

• Minor handling creases.

• Light edge and corner wear.

• Gentle waviness and curvature.

• Some page movement around the central binding.

• Light surface marks consistent with previous use.

The Jennifer Metcalfe contents feature, Amy Green special and several individual model profiles are visible in the photographs.

The magazine has not been inspected page by page in its entirety, so completeness beyond the photographed sections cannot be guaranteed.

Back Cover

The back cover features an original Braun and Gillette advertisement.

The visible back cover shows some light handling wear, surface marks and slight edge wear.

Overall Condition

An original pre-owned copy of Zoo Magazine from the 2008–2009 New Year period, with general handling and storage wear, particularly around the cover, spine and edges.

This is not a mint or new copy.

Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the condition description.

Original Additional Items

This listing is for the original magazine shown in the photographs only.

Any free gifts, promotional merchandise, loose inserts, separate supplements or additional items that may originally have accompanied the magazine are no longer included.

No additional items are supplied unless clearly shown as part of the magazine itself.

Packaging and Delivery

UK Orders: The magazine will be carefully packaged and dispatched in a protective hardback envelope to help minimise bending and damage during transit.

International Orders: The magazine will be carefully packaged in a sturdy cardboard mailing-size box for additional protection during international shipping.

The photographs show the actual item being sold.

Please review all photographs and the detailed condition description before purchasing.

SKU: 1573