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Carragher and Liverpool Homeless FC CEO John Finnigan (right) meet with staff at The Back Kitchen Cafe

Cafe offers support to homeless people FORMER Liverpool FC stalwart Jamie Carragher has backed a new cafe which offers training and employment to the homeless.

The Back Kitchen Cafe, which opened in Liverpool city centre on Monday, offers unique support to people living on the street by giving them an opportunity to enrol on a ten-week course.

Bootle-born Carragher met with cafe owners and found out how the venture will also

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A spokesperson for The Back Kitchen Cafe said: “We support people experiencing homelessness to move towards employment, further training or volunteering to build up their self-esteem and confidence by developing practical catering skills, gaining qualifications in basic food preparation and food hygiene, and opportunities for work experience.

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CUSTOMERS FEAR THEY COULD LOSE TREASURED ITEMS AFTER COLLAPSE OF PAWNBROKER Report by Tom Martin CUSTOMERS at a collapsed pawnbroker fear they could be left out of pocket and lose their treasured items for good.

Albemarle and Bond, on Stanley Road, unexpectedly closed its doors on Friday, September 13 along with 115 other stores located across the UK. The company enabled people to offer something valuable as security for a loan, but following the sudden closure, residents who are customers of the failed pawnbroker fear they could lose sentimental items already accepted by Albemarle and Bond.

Others claim they have been left in the dark due to a ‘lack of communication’

Albemarle and Bond, on Stanley Road

from the firm with calls to their customer service line going unanswered.

One angry Bootle customer posted on social media that she had pawned a £2,000 engagement ring at the firm’s Stanley Road store but claimed a helpline number didn’t work and her emails had

gone unanswered. This was despite parent company, Speedloan Finance, claiming any items pawned in Albemarle and Bond stores have been transferred to a central store and customers could contact its helpline for more information on their property. Continued inside

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£25m cash boost for hospices ‘won’t solve funding challenges’ ‘It is an important starting point in ensuring every person has access to expert palliative care services’ Report by Tom Martin ST Joseph Hospice has welcomed a £25million government cash boost to support UK hospices – but warned it won’t solve wide-scale funding problems.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced recently that the money will be pumped into the hospice sector to help support palliative care services across the UK. Hospices heavily rely on donations to keep going and the Champion regularly reports on events and initiatives organised by St Joseph's Hospice as they aim to raise £8,750 every day on average to stay open.

Across 12 months, that means the Thornton hospice has to find £3,193,750 to keep their services running, so they are constantly fundraising and appealing for donations from members of the public.

Mike Parr, the chief executive of St Joseph’s Hospice, said: “This is good news for hospice care in the UK and it’s great that the government has recognised the importance of sustainability for those charities which provide services to the NHS. “However, it won’t solve the funding challenges that the hospice sector faces.

“Sadly, some UK hospices have had to close ser-

St Joseph’s Hospice chief executive Mike Parr.

vices in recent months due to a lack of funding and it is vital that we protect any more hospices from this devastating fate.

“We’re not sure yet how this new government funding will be allocated but it will be an important starting point in ensuring that everybody in the UK has access to the expert palliative care services that they need.”

The government wants the £25million fund to help relieve workforce pressures as well as introduce new services such as out-of-hours support, respite care and specialist community teams.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “Seeing a loved one nearing the end of their life is one of the hardest things a family will ever experience, so it’s vital that we support our fantastic and hardworking hospice staff to deliver the highest quality palliative care.”

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Carra backs cafe to help the homeless Continued from page 1

“The students gain level 1 and 2 food hygiene certificates over a ten-week course. The Back Kitchen will be used to provide training and employment opportunities for people currently homeless or living in temporary accommodation training them in food preparation and food hygiene so they can work with us or be signposted to other relevant opportunities.

“The project is aimed at addressing the some of the barriers homeless people experience in accessing training or employment. It will provide a stepped approach to building self-esteem and personal aspirations together with practical skills qualifications and valuable work experience.”

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Singer Craig returns home for town hall performance A SIN GER who emigrated from Bootle to Australia ten years ago is to perform in Bootle Town Hall.

Craig Martin, 49, will perform The Beatles Swing Show - a jazz twist on songs from The Fab Four.

He will return to his hometown to put on a show at Bootle Town Hall on Sunday, September 22 at 2pm, before a second performance at The Cavern Club on Thursday, September 26 at 8pm.

Craig said: “I was born in Bootle in the 1970s and I emigrated to Australia with my family in 2009.

“My two Liverpool shows will be much smaller, more intimate and more jazzy productions of the theatre show we are currently performing around Australia at theatres and festivals.

We’re doing all we can to plug roof-top leaks, say Strand bosses Report by Tom Martin

BOSSES at the Strand have moved to reassure shoppers that they are doing all they can to fix the centre’s leaking roof problem after numerous buckets appeared on the floor.

An image emerged online showing the buckets being used to collect water dripping into the centre.

The picture was taken on Wednesday, September 11 at around 9.30am showing what appears to be at least seven plastic buckets placed at certain points inside the shopping centre after the previous nights downpour.

Locals were quick to criticise the measure, with some claiming a more permanent solution needs to be enforced to prevent leaked water dripping onto the ground.

When Sefton Council bought the Strand in 2017 for a reported £32.5million, it emerged that the roof needed urgent work to fix a longstanding problem with leaks.

A spokesperson for the Strand told the Champion that since the council took the centre over, a ‘huge roof repair’ has been carried out, and they are now in the final stages of the £600,000 work, which they say should be completed next year.

The spokesperson added: “Over the past two years The Strand Shopping Centre has undergone a huge roof repair and redevelopment project costing in excess of £600,000. We are presently in the final stages of the project which

Buckets used to stop roof leaks getting on to the floor

is due to be completed in 2020.

“The team at The Strand are working diligently to ensure that shoppers are as least affected as possible by the ongoing repairs and aim to provide an enjoyable shopping experience for its customers, whose well-being is paramount to the centre management.”

One local shopper posted online: “This picture speaks volumes. Buckets for leaks has been an ongoing thing for as long as I can remember and obviously this isn’t going to change any time soon.”

Another added: “The Strand has always been the same even when it was privately owned.

They ’ve never managed to stop all the leaks, and they’ve either fenced off the wet areas or had big buckets underneath to catch as much as they can.”

Another social media user said: “It’s so sad to see the Strand like this.

“I remember when downstairs used to be so busy, now it’s like a ghost town, such a shame,” while another said: “It needs massive regeneration. It’s a shadow of its former self.”

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Another customer who did want to be named described herself as 'feeling sick' since finding out the pawnbrokers in Bootle had shut down.

She handed in her platinum diamond cluster rings - worth thousands of pounds -to the shop three weeks ago but when she went to the shop to get her jewellery out the shutters were down on the shop and a closure notice had been stuck on the window.

In an apparent attempt to reassure customers, a statement on the Albemarle and Bond website states: “Your pledged item(s) will be held securely in our Pawnbroking Centre for the duration of the loan. If your items are expired or due to expire, please note we will not take any action with your items until we speak to you.

“If you do not redeem your loan on the agreed date your pledged item(s) may be sold in accordance with your pawnbroking agreement. If your item is sold for a surplus, we will write to inform you how you can receive these funds.

“If you would like to redeem your pledged item(s), please

Ex-games store in the Strand could become a coffee shop FORMER video games store, Grainger Games in the Strand, could soon become a coffee shop under plans submitted to Sefton Council.

Sefton Council is yet to make a decision on the proposal, but the application, if successful, would breathe fresh life into an empty shopping unit and be a boost to the centre.

Graffiti daubed on walls of job centre GRAFFITI scrawled across a job centre in Bootle appears to be taking a swipe at the government’s Universal Credit scheme.

‘Scrap UC’ and ‘We Will Not Submit’ were daubed on the Stanley Road building last week in an apparent response to the controversial benefit system.

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) said they are investigating the incident.

Universal Credit was brought into force in July to combine six benefits into one single payment, but the roll-out has been plagued by delays to payments and has, it is claimed, left tens of thousands of vulnerable people from across the country in rental arrears and dependent on foodbanks.

It was introduced to replace six types of benefits, known as legacy benefits. These are Child Tax Credit, Housing Benefit, Income Support, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA), income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA), and Working Tax Credit.

It has been in the spotlight recently because changes will be implemented by the DWP in October and claimants will see a change in the amount they are paid from October 2.

A notice placed in the window of Albemarle and Bond

contact our customer service team on01865 798114 to arrange repayment. Our Customer Service line will operate Monday to Friday between 9am4pm. Alternately you can email us on info@albemarlebond.com.

“We apologise for any inconvenience that may be caused by the store closure, if you have any queries, please contact our customer service team on 01865 798114.”

Albemarle and Bond has been struggling financially for a number of years and five years ago it went into administration, but was rescued by investors after a £10million buyout in 2016.

It was then bought by the company Speedloan Finance, which kept the trading name.

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SIR Antony Gormley’s Iron Men will be given a much-needed facelift!

It is now 14 years since they were first placed on Crosby beach, and locals noticed last week that some were being removed by contractors who will now work to give them a new-look. The maintenance work has been sanctioned by Sir Antony Gormley's studio and they will soon return the statues in a better condition.

Work in progress to remove the Iron Men. Picture by Ian Murren; The statues, known as Another Place, consists of 100 Iron Men Each of the statues, which are cast replicas of which first appeared on the sand in 2005 before Gormley's own body, are 189 centimetres (6ft 2in) they were made a permanent fixture of the beach tall and weigh around 650 kilograms. two years later by Sefton Council.

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Kate takes ‘vow’ to help stop Rimrose road by marrying tree!

The Brooke Hotel after it was boarded up

Closed down pub is set to be demolished Report by Tom Martin

Kate with Bootle MP Peter Dowd and the master of ceremony Dave Edge

Report by Tom Martin A RIMROSE Valley campaigner who wants to protect the park from plans to build a new road has branched out with a new way to raise awareness – by marrying a tree!

Kate Cunningham, who lives in Melling, isn’t barking mad but instead she wanted to help the Save Rimrose Valley campaign by taking part in a light-hearted ‘ceremony ’ in the park last Saturday (September 7).

The 34-year-old wanted to get to the root of the problem and invited family, friends and the wider community including MPs Bill Esterson and Peter Dowd to attend her special day.

While wearing an olive green dress and a home made skirt, Kate tied the knot with the elder tree in the Chaffers Field section of the park.

Despite love blossoming on the day, there will be no family tree to follow as the marriage is not legally binding.

However, Kate will change her surname to mark the occasion and will now be known as Kate Elder, after the species of tree.

She was inspired by female activists in Mexico

who held similar ceremonies in 2018 to draw attention to illegal logging and land clearing in their homeland.

Kate, who has a boyfriend who she revealed was in support of her tree wedding, said: “I’ve always felt a duty to fight for what is right and I was drawn to this campaign. Rimrose Valley is somewhere I and countless others go to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

“I want this ceremony to be a celebration of everything trees represent and to draw attention to the looming threat facing our park.

“We need to be doing everything we can to protect our trees and the green space they provide.

“They not only help to combat the climate emergency by removing CO2 from the atmosphere; they clean the air we breathe.

“This is particularly close to my heart, as my mum died of an asthma attack and I suffer from a lung condition called bronchiectasis which means that my own lungs are prone to infection.

“Plans to bulldoze this beautiful place for yet another busy road make no sense and are an attack on our health.

“There is already too much pollution in our region and we desperately need a solution which addresses this; not one which will make it even worse.”

A CLOSED down pub in Brighton-le-Sands is to be demolished and replaced by houses.

Plans have been put forward to the council to demolish The Brooke Hotel on Brooke Road West after plans were revealed to demolish the historic pub and build 14 houses on the site.

A number of landlords have been in charge of the pub in recent years and it been a venue for music and other events.

It was used in the annual Together Everyone Achieves More charity pubathon, and used to donate an 11 gallon keg to fundraisers.

The pub was closed for a period in 2013 and although it was revived, it closed again last year and there had been fears for its future after the building was boarded up.

The pub was owned by the Ei Group, formerly known as Enterprise Inns, and the current proposals for a mix of detached and semi-detached homes have been submitted to Sefton Council by a company called The Albus Group.

The plans are for all the site including the car park and bowling green, which has been the home of Brooke Hotel Bowling Club, so members will

School unveils £1.2m revamp to dining halls and kitchens MERCHANT Taylors’ School has unveiled a £1.25million upgrade to its dining halls and kitchen facilities.

The wide-scale revamp has been carried out at both the boys’ and girls’ schools, much to the delight of both staff and pupils.

Not only that, but The Williams Hall, located in Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School, has also undergone an extensive refurbishment.

The works include new stage and audience furnishings, revamped flooring, enhanced lighting and internal redecoration, as well as new highspecification AV technology.

The Crosby school has also enhanced its fire alarm and detection provision, which includes the installation of a category L2 ‘Life Protection’ fire alarm system.

The school has also upgraded its IT infrastructure and revamped many of its communal areas and pupil facilities.

Lynn Hill, finance and operations director at Merchant Taylors’ School, said: “The new dining rooms at both senior school sites have undergone a stunning transformation, much to the delight of staff and students alike.

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Residents have spoken of their sadness at the prospect of losing the building.

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“The pub has been vacant and boarded up for several months giving a neglected character to the site.

“The layout has been designed to respect the privacy of existing residential properties surrounding the site whilst providing appropriately sized dwellings, amenity spaces and car parking provision.”

One person said on social media: “I will be sorry to see it go. It’s a lovely building and it’s a pity people couldn't make it work.”

Another posted: “A really lovely pub and it’s sad that no one could make a success of it. There will be more ‘unaffordable’ housing on its way.

A former bartender said: “When I worked there I loved hearing stories from the locals of what it was like 'back in the day’ and it’s a shame to see it go.”

However, one person said it was the right move to make: “The pub hasn’t been successful in over 20 years, it’s time for a change I’m sick of looking at it boarded up.”

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Rundown building to become Charity to mark flats after council green light its 45th birthday with Sapphire Ball Report by Tom Martin A BOOTLE charity which supports local women and children is set to mark 45 years of working in the community.

Sefton Women’s and Children’s Aid (SWACA), based on Knowsley Road, will celebrate the special anniversary by holding a Sapphire Charity Ball when locals are invited to attend.

SWACA provides specialist services to women, children and young people of Sefton who are experiencing, or have been affected by, domestic abuse.

Last year, the Bootle charity received more than 2,000 requests for support from the local area.

SWACA provides a host of services including advocacy, advice, structured programmes of work, parenting support, therapeutic services and one to one and group work, all free to service users.

A spokesperson for the charity said: “As demand

for services continues to remain high, and with needs becoming increasingly more complex, SWACA staff are passionate about meeting this demand and can only do so with the support of donors. The Sapphire Charity Ball is a great way to support a local charity continue to provide much needed support within Sefton.

“With event sponsorship from Morecrofts Solicitors and continued support from The Park Hotel along with table sponsorship from Inciner8 and MSC Express Ltd, this promises to be a wonderful evening of entertainment.”

The Sapphire Charity Ball will be held on Saturday, October 19 at The Park Hotel, Aintree.

Tickets for the black tie event are available for £35 each including a welcome drink, a four course meal and music.

A charity auction and raffle will be held during the evening with prizes including a Race Day Package and a Family Fun Package.

For tickets or to find out how you can help support SWACA in other ways, contact sandra.blower@swaca.com or call 0151 922 8606 ext 109.

Couple renew vows at same wedding venue to mark 60 year anniversary

A RUNDOWN former retail store in Bootle will be turned into flats after Sefton Counci gave the plan a green light.

The Champion reported last week how the dilapidated building, next door to the popular Blanches cafe, had been earmarked for development by a company called Nest Property (NW) Limited.

They have now been given permission to turn 70 Regent Road into accommodation with flats to be created on the first and second floors of the building.

The rundown building on Regent Road

Former pupils hold get together and make donation to charity FORMER pupils of Bootle Grammar School who hold an annual gettogether have helped raise more than £200 for charity.

Known as the Old Bootleians Association, locals who used to attend the closed-down school hold a dinner event every year and on this occasion they used it to support The Seaforth Information N etwork Group (SING) charity.

A cheque for £207 was recently handed over by Les Ellis from the Old Bootleians Association to Stephen Guyers from SING. Although Bootle Grammar School closed in the early 1970s, the Association still has a membership of approximately 350 people.

If any ex-pupils would like to catch up with some old school friends, contact Bill Morris at billmorris@tiscali.co.uk or call 0151 201 1152

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A COUPLE from Bootle who married 60 years ago returned to the same venue to renew their vows after a surprise from their family.

William Barnes, 83, and wife Joan, 80, tied the knot at Christ Church in 1959 and have enjoyed six decades of marriage.

To mark the diamond wedding anniversary, their family and friends surprised them by asking them to go back to the same venue on Thursday, September 5 and renew their vows before they went on to enjoy food and drinks at Orrell Park Hotel.

Their daughter, Karen, who helped organise the surprise along with the couple’s son-in-law Ian and granddaughter Sophie, said: “Our friends and family attended and of the original wedding guest list of 19 people in 1959, ten are still alive and managed to attend 60 years on.

“We also got the ceremony booked at 5pm, which is outside of normal times, to coincide with 5.15pm when they got married in 1959.

“My dad says the secret to a long and happy marriage is learning to ‘bend the knee’ which is accompanied with ‘yes dear!’”.

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MERCHANT Taylors’ School in Crosby has unveiled a £1.25million upgrade to its dining halls and kitchen facilities.

The wide-scale revamp has been carried out at both the boys’ and girls’ schools, much to the delight of both staff and pupils.

Not only that, but The Williams Hall, located in Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School, has also undergone an extensive refurbishment.

The works include new stage and audience furnishings, revamped flooring, enhanced lighting and internal redecoration, as well as new high-specification AV technology.

The school has also enhanced its fire alarm and detection provision, which includes the installation of acategory L2 ‘Life Protection’ fire alarm system.

The school has also upgraded its IT infrastructure and revamped many of its communal areas and pupil facilities.

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Lynn Hill, finance and operations director at MerchantTaylors’ School, said: “The new dining rooms at both senior school sites have undergone a stunning transformation, much to the delight of staff and students alike.

“We are also thrilled with the new-look Williams Hall and the opportunity to use advanced technology to further enhance our drama and music productions for many years to come. We are extremely grateful to the Old Boys’ Association for their generous support.

“The majority of our summer investment has consisted of one-off special projects that we feel are crucial to ensure that MerchantTaylors’ remains the finest school in the Liverpool city region and continues to provide the very best environment and education for our students.”

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Pen pal exchange scheme is launched to tackle loneliness Report by Tom Martin

Volunteers who took part in the day of action

Unsightly alleyway given a much-needed revamp LOCAL residents who are fed up with the state of their alleyways have taken matters into their own hands by giving them a much-needed revamp.

Volunteers from nearby homes, as well as local Cllr Ann O’Byrne, held the day of action in Orrell Park when they got rid of rubbish and weeds, replacing them with ‘pallet planters’ and flowers.

The clean-up operation comes after the Champion reported how alleyways in Bootle and Orrell Park are being increasingly used by flytippers to dump unwanted furniture and rubbish bags.

Cllr O’Byrne said: “We had a wonderful afternoon planting our three tier pallet planters.

“Thanks to the two men from Liverpool council street scene team who helped clean up.”

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Every Little Step Matters Having been raised in Bootle, it has always been important having a business where we grew up. 1st Steps is a family run business that has grown from strength to strength over the years in this community.

We can and do relate to our children, parents and carsers, and offer advice and support wherever necessary.

Having received the Ofsted phone call on my son’s birthday, trying to juggle a birthday celebration and visit our mum in hospital, like all other owners of nurseries, school, etc. we were rather tense about the pending inspection and had to re-juggle arrangements to gather the information for the inspection that was required.

On the day, the inspector made us feel at ease from the outset.

Our parents queued to speak to her and a dozen or more emails were received for her perusal. So much hard work goes into the day to day running of a nursery behind the scenes which is often ignored.

The response from parents was quite overwhelming and these

responses contributed to the overall inspection rating.

We’ve had a very difficult year or two trying to recruit new staff and have had to close waiting lists in both nurseries due to the national shortage of qualified staff, however, our team have been amazing. We are thrilled to receive another Outstanding award from Ofsted.

We have worked relentlessly in the community for years to raise early achievement of children in and around our neighbourhood.

Our team of staff work very hard to ensure that each child is cared and planned for on an individual basis. Each member of our team is important, from the chef to our newest apprentice; the gardener to the practitioners and managers who continually review and change the nursery and its environment to ensure that children are kept safe, engaged and challenged every day.

We truly believe that at 1st Steps, it is a place ‘Where every little step matters!’ Our parents think so too.

Many thanks Alex Walker & Bev Bowden Directors

THOUGHTFUL students from Hugh Baird College will tackle loneliness and isolation by launching a pen pal exchange service with residents across the Liverpool City Region.

The initiative, which was devised by Health & Social Care students, who are studying for a career in the health or social services sector, are looking for those who want to take part, or those who wish to nominate a friend or relative who they feel would benefit from the service.

While it’s likely they will have requests from those living in a care/residential home setting, their ‘Pen Pals’ service is open to anyone of any age.

Tina Blease, Hugh Baird College health & social care tutor, said: “Loneliness can quickly lead to feelings of isolation and even depression, particularly among older people and it’s an issue that does not get the attention that it deserves.”

“Our caring students want to play their part in helping to alleviate this with their new letter exchange service and are welcoming those, of any age, who feel lonely or isolated, to register their interest.”

Research has shown that there are 1.2 million chronically lonely and isolated older people in the UK and a study by the British Red Cross revealed over 9 million people in the UK across all adult ages more than the population of London - are either always or often lonely.

Vicky Edwards, assistant principal technical skills at Hugh Baird College, said: “The community is at the heart of everything we do here at Hugh Baird Col-

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Children’s behaviour is exemplary. They have a clear understanding of what is expected of them. Children learn about friendships, responsibility and including others very well. Staff consistently praise children for their positive behaviour.

Managers and staff attend a variety of purposeful training programmes, which positively impacts on outcomes for children. For example, the nursery has achieved a communication award for the effective way they support children’s language skills.

Managers are awe-inspiring and lead with conviction. They are committed to ensuring that every child receives the very best start. They continually go above and beyond to provide seamless support to families.

British values lie at the heart of this outstanding nursery.

Children learn to embrace individuality and celebrate each other’s similarities and differences. From a young age, children interact with their peers with kindness and tolerance.

Children of all ages are extremely motivated and keen to learn. They show remarkably high levels of concentration and enjoyment in their play. They develop strong social skills and quickly grow in confidence.

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Hugh Baird College Health & Social Care students with tutor Tina Blease

lege and the student-led ’Pen Pals’ initiative pays testament to that. I’m extremely proud of our students and the contribution they will make to the lives of those who are lonely or isolated.”

Cath Sullivan, Hugh Baird College, vice principal - people, organisational culture and development added: “The scheme has been scrutinised by colleagues with responsibility for safeguarding and it is

important for us to reassure those who may be concerned about privacy issues, that the students will not know their pen pals’ full name or postal address and all correspondence will be via the College address and will be vetted, sent and received by staff at the College.”

Those looking to nominate a recipient for the Pen Pals service can visit http://bit.ly/hbcpenpals.

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Counselling service for young women and teenage girls is launched by charity A CHARITY in Litherland has launched a new counselling service for teenage girls and young women.

Swan Women’s Centre has set up Young Women’s Counselling Service, for those aged 14-18, and the one-on-one support offers a confidential space to talk to an experienced counsellor about worries or problems.

Some of the issues that could be discussed include low self-esteem, isolation, depression,

anxiety, stress or bereavement.

A spokesperson for Swan Women’s Centre said: “Many young women are struggling with how they feel, perhaps experiencing problems with friends, family, school, college or work.

“The centre provides a range of services and support to enable women aged 14 years plus to achieve good mental health and enhance their sense of well-being.”

For more information, call 0151 933 3292.

Historic church to hold guided tours and exhibition PEOPLE are invited to a series of guided tours of the historic St Nicholas’ Church in Blundellsands as well as an exhibition to mark 80 years since the outbreak of the Second World War. The Grade II listed church,

built in 1874, will be holding a series of events this week which will include tours of the building, plus children’s activities and a Second World War exhibition.

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Mystery of sportswear posted to hundreds of homes from Bulgaria Report by Tom Martin HUN DREDS of residents in south Sefton have been left confused after receiving sportswear from an unknown address in Bulgaria, with some fearing it could be a scam.

Over the past few weeks, items including running vests and t-shirts have been posted to homes in the borough with no explanation from the sender.

In all cases, the sending address has been given as a small town in Bulgaria called Hisarya, but there is no email address or telephone number.

Many have either simply binned the parcel, chose not to collect it from post offices or sent it back.

One person, who lives in Litherland, said: “The postman told me he’s delivered 30 of them this week and he thinks it’s some kind of scam.

“He told me he’s advising people not to bother opening them.”

A well-known postal scam involves a conman posting an item to a house, and then demanding payment by asking victims to provide card details even though they didn’t order anything.

However, this doesn’t seem to be the case because the sender fails to follow up on the post, which has left many people perplexed.

Others believe it could be a lesser-known scam known as ‘brushing’.

This involves an online seller – usually overseas – who purchases their own products through fake buyer accounts they've created and posts them to different addresses.

This allows them to give themselves positive online reviews and ‘ratings’, found commonly on websites such as eBay or Amazon.

One resident in Bootle said on social media: “I got a note to say a parcel had been left in the post office and I was intrigued because I hadn’t ordered any-

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thing, but went anyway to see what it was.

“Bizarrely it was a women’s running vest posted from Bulgaria. I tried to look up the address or the name of the person on the internet but nothing came up so I just binned it.

“My nan, who is in her 80s, also got one and she was worried it was a scam, but I’m really struggling to think of how they could get money out of her or anyone else.”

Many other similar incidents have been posted on socia media but thankfully it appears no one has been scammed out of money.

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A band playing at a Rockin’ at The Roan night.

Popular live music event is helping local charities Report by Kenny Parker A WEEKLY live music event in Aintree is proving to be a big hit with locals!

Rockin’ at The Roan, held every Tuesday for free at The Oldy Club, offers the chance for residents to enjoy a social gathering which involves live music and a buffet – all free of charge.

The event was formed by a group of musicians and supporters who has previously spent six years running an open mic night in West Derby.

Organiser Andy Gamble said: “The original idea was to have it as an open mic night but it soon became apparent that this wouldn’t work due to the number of bands and artists that were turning up regularly each week.

“It was therefore decided to make it an organised musical evening involving our regular musicians plus a weekly invited guest band or solo artist. This

has been an incredible success, and we generally have a full house every week who enjoy top class bands and musicians.

“The music is 100% live and pre-recorded backing music is not permitted.

“Rockin’ at The Roan does not have a committee and is run as a cooperative, which works very well.

We do not charge an entrance fee, there is a free buffet and the drinks are happy hour prices all night.

“All the Oldy Club’s staff have been incredibly supportive and owner Steve Yoz has supported us from the very beginning.

“We started doing raffles to maintain sufficient funds for the upkeep of the musician’s equipment but we were collecting more than we needed and due to the generosity of our regulars we have been able to donate to 15 separate local charities. Our our motto is ‘Raising Money for Charities Through Music.’

“We’ve created what we believe is a unique atmosphere and a wonderful night of entertainment.”

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AINTREE University Hospital is inviting members of the public to its Annual Members’ Meeting on Wednesday September 25.

The meeting will take place from 4.30pm to 7pm in the hospital’s Clinical Sciences Centre, and will provide an opportunity to find out its performance and progress and learn about plans for the future.

Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is expected to merge with the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust to create one of the largest university hospital trusts in the North of England.

It will be called Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, although the individual hospitals, Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital, will retain their current names.

The meeting will include presentations from Aintree’s chair, deputy lead governor and board of directors and will be followed by a question and answer session.

Steve Warburton, chief executive of Aintree University Hospital, said: “It has been a busy 12 months but, despite facing significant pressures, our hard working staff have put major improvements in place.

“A number of patient safety initiatives have been rolled out, including investing an additional £8 million in front line services.”

Neil Goodwin, chair of Aintree University Hospital, said: “Over the last year Aintree has made considerable progress in its quality improvement journey and in overall performance.

“While there remain challenges to be addressed, staff should be incredibly proud of what they have achieved, particularly in their continued to put patient safety at the heart of all they do.

“This will be my last members’ meeting as chair of the Trust and I look forward to reflecting on the achievements of the last year, which have put Aintree in a very good position ahead of the merger.”

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People invited to Last Night of Proms MORE than 90 musicians from the Maghull Wind Orchestra will perform at the Last Night of the Proms in Southport this Saturday (September 21).

It will take place at Holy Trinity Church, Southport on Hoghton

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The New Hope School in Uganda.

Youngsters step up to help school in Uganda by donating old shoes PUPILS at St Andrews C of E primary school in Maghull have been stepping up their fundraising efforts to help a school in Uganda.

Teaching assistant Maxene Kidman visits the New Hope School in Uganda every year to carry out the child sponsorship programme and to take donations from fundraising events.

One team member this year was an ex-pupil at St Andrews.

In previous years, St Andrews children have carried out fund raising for blue and red t-shirts which is a part of the school uniform at New Hope.

This year, Paula Dwan, deputy head of St Andrews, came up with an idea that the children come into school in casual footwear and bring old school shoes, which could be taken over to N ew Hope School. A total of 122 pairs of shoes were col-

lected.

Maxene said: “Thank you to the support and kindness of the parents and children at St Andrews. The shoes taken over were humbly received and the children and staff at New Hope were forever grateful.

“We also bought mosquito nets, mattresses, school uniform, school desks along with many other items with donation money received. South Sefton football team kindly donated a football strip as well.”

New Hope for Africa (UK) is a non-profit making charity which aims to transform the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in Uganda.

The charity’s aim is to provide a safe and caring environment where the youngsters will be nurtured, educated, and helped to achieve their potential in life and so equipped to build a better future for themselves.

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LETTERS to the Editor

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A lot of people could not afford congestion charge

Control of grey squirrels is necessary to conserve reds

Re: Letter on congestion charge.

Although I sympathise with concerns about the large amount of traffic that uses the routes from Crosby-Bootle-Kirkdale, I would point out to the letter writer that this is not random traffic.

Rather it is people going to work, to go shopping or visiting.

If he is advocating charging £5 for cars and £20 for HGVs that would mean, along with road tax, the average worker would have to pay £5 to get to work and £5 to get home.

Presuming he works five days a

You printed an article in the Champion regarding the control of Grey Squirrels by Lancashire Wildlife Trust.

LWT and Red Alert have done a tremendous amount of work in the Sefton area to halt the decline of our native Red Squirrel.

I would like to clarify a couple of points quoted by the people in the article.

Red squirrels never became entirely extinct in the UK. There were re-introductions in some places, but they were re-introductions of the same species – the Eurasian red squirrel, our native species.

It was not a new introduction of a different or alien species.

Numerous scientific studies since the 1980’s have confirmed that greys are the reason for the red squirrel’s decline.There is no argument about this.

week, that would equal a £50 outlay per week.

For a pensioner, who received a £6 a month rise, and use this route around two to three times a week that would be £30 a week.

On top of utility bills, I’d be lucky if I could afford to run the car any more.

It would only be the wealthy who could drive past your area.

The proposal could simply be a cash cow for the council.

Bryan Christian, By email

Wear pink to help Breast Cancer Support I am often asked for ideas on ways in which people can offer support to those affected by breast cancer, especially during October, which marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

And my answer is always …take part in wear it pink and raise money for breast cancer research and support.

Wear it pink is the UK’s biggest and boldest pink fundraiser, taking place on Friday 18 October and raises funds for Breast Cancer Now. Not only is taking part fun and easy, in doing so you’ll be raising money which will make a real difference to the lives of those affected by this devastating disease.

In the past three years alone, we responded to over 120,000 breast cancer support requests from people in Liverpool.

The generosity of wear it pink supporters will help us to continue these vital services in future.

Everyone and anyone can take part in wear it pink. Some people will choose to hold a cake sale, while others will opt to organise a raffle, and some will arrange a pink fancy dress day at school, work, or in their community.

However you choose to fundraise, you will be helping Breast Cancer Now make a huge impact on the lives of those affected by breast cancer.

We would love to see everyone ditching their everyday colours and digging out their fabulous pink outfits, to help make a difference this Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Register to claim your free fundraising pack at wearitpink.org mark Friday 18 October in your diaries, and join us in helping to fund life-saving breast cancer research and life-changing support for those affected by breast cancer.

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Humane control is crucial to halt decline of natives The article about the campaign opposing steps being taken by The Wildlife Trust to control the grey squirrel population in the Sefton area presented a false impression of the situation.

I have worked as a volunteer for a number of red squirrel conservation projects, after falling in love with these intelligent and endangered animals on a visit to Formby Point in the early 2000s.

Your article states that it is the human destruction of natural habitat that is responsible for the decline in the Red Squirrel population, and that it is possible for greys and reds to coexist ‘happily.’

Both these statements are incorrect.

Grey Squirrels carry a virus - known as ‘squirrel pox’ that is fatal to reds.

It is this that has been responsible for the near-extermination of the red squirrel population in the British Isles.

I have had the misfortune to see the virus at work during an outbreak in Ainsdale in 2007, and in Formby in 2008.

Bleeding sores appear on the squirrels' paws and around their mouths, ears and genitalia.

The wounds become infected and the animals become lame, blind, and - no longer able to obtain food - they ultimately starve to death - if they do not first succumb to the virus itself or its associated infections.

This process takes around two weeks from the date of infection.

This is why the interface between the grey and red squirrel populations must be controlled.

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Now that William Hill bookmakers on The Crescent in Thornton is closing in November, there will be more closed than open businesses there.

It is like a ghost town. Shopkeepers say it’s due to footfall.

Shame we never got that chippy.

It would have brought lots of residents to the area instead of clogging up the roads going to Crosby and Netherton with people having to travel for fish suppers!

They compete with them for food and harbour the squirrel pox virus which does not harm the grey but is almost invariably fatal to the red.

Inevitably loss of habitat has affected reds as it has affected other wildlife, but just providing more forest habitat will only increase the habitat for greys and they will continue to ‘out-compete’ the reds.

Humane control of the grey squirrel in areas where there are reds is necessary and plays a crucial role in the conservation of red squirrels.

The money spent by LWT is done wisely.

We as residents of Sefton should be proud of our red squirrels and the efforts done to conserve them.

This picture of mushrooms in Victoria Park, Crosby was taken by Champion reader Tony Wharton. If you would like to submit a photograph to be considered for our Picture of the Week please email editorial@champnews.com

The butterfly excellently photographed by Dawn Dixon and used as last week’s Picture of the Week is a Painted Lady.

This summer has witnessed a mass invasion of the species from North Africa, notably Morocco.

During July three Buddleia bushes alone on Vauxhall Road, into Liverpool, had two dozen of them feeding on the nectar.

It is a strong flier and has been frequently noticed weaving its way through traffic on busy roads very unusual for any butterfly.

David Bryant, Bootle

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Royal honour was a special birthday treat for Plaza volunteer Jan! Woman who helped save cinema awarded British Empire Medal Report by Tom Martin

AN influential figure behind the success of the Plaza Cinema has been presented with the British Empire Medal – and fittingly the ceremony took place at the Waterloo venue itself!

Jan Dunn, who has played a key role in the revival of the Plaza over the past 25 years, wouldn’t have had it any other way as she was presented with the Queen’s Birthday Honours award in front of friends and family in the cinema.

The special ceremony was conducted by the Lord Lieutenant Mark Blundell, Deputy Lord Lieutenant Michael Brahm and Colonel from the Lieutenancy Office Sean McEvoy.

The event on Tuesday, September 3 was quite the celebration - because it was also the 80th anniversary of the Plaza, as well as Jan’s birthday!

Jan, who is the current chair of Trustees at the Plaza, said: “I was totally overwhelmed to have been chosen to receive this honour.

“It was a magical day at the Plaza with all my family, friends, trustees, staff and volunteers past and present around me.

“I want to thank all those for coming and to everyone who has worked alongside me over the years, to make the Plaza the amazing place it is today.”

The Plaza was set to be redeveloped in 1995 but a campaign was launched by residents who battled to keep it as an independent cinema.

Enough money was raised that campaigners were able to purchase the building and in 1997 the Plaza

Jan shows off her British Empire Medal

Cinema was reopened, with Jan playing a key role in its revival.

Val Elson, who nominated Jan for the award, added: “As a trustee of the Plaza I know how deserving Jan is of this wonderful honour and I am very happy she has been recognised in this way.

“In addition to ensuring the longevity of cinema in Waterloo, Jan has also managed to widen access through bespoke community screenings, clubs and film projects that address the needs of the whole community.”

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Council needs to save £2.5m by the end of the financial year SEFTON Council chiefs will need to save £2.5million by the end of the financial year.

The Revenue and Capital Budget Update 2019/20 was discussed at the latest meeting of Sefton Council’s Overview and Scrutiny Committee on Tuesday, September 10.

The committee considered the report by the head of corporate resources that provided forecasts for revenue position, council tax and business rates.

Significant pressures had been identified in several service areas, particularly Children’s Social Care, Locality Services and Home to School Transport - and the latest forecast of service expenditure indicated an overspend,

while the budgets may ‘experience further pressure’ in the future.

The report states: “There is currently a budget shortfall of £2.515m forecast for 2019/20 and mitigating actions have been identified in order to address this.

“However, it should be noted that significant pressure and risk remains in four key business areas, namely Adults and Children’s Social Care, Education Excellence and Locality Services.

Sefton Council is set to find the money needed from a £1.57 million surplus in business rates and the rest from its Budget Pressures Fund.

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Public urged to help police in operation to tackle knife crime Report by Tom Martin

A WEEK long police operation is running until this Sunday (September 22) to target knife crime across Merseyside.

Merseyside Police is taking part in a national week of action to publicly demonstrate the work they are doing as part of the national week of action, Operation Sceptre, which includes asking the public for their help sharing important messages and having conversations with those most at risk.

Chief Inspector Andy Creer said: “Do you know someone who carries a knife or where they are being stored?

“As part of Operation Target, which was launched on July 1, we pledged to tackle serious and violent crime, including knife Knives seized from across Merseyside in August crime across the whole of Merseyside. alongside other police forces taking part to show “Between our launch date and August 29 alone our commitment to tackling knife crime. we arrested a total of 49 people for possession of “Operation Target is our local response to what is knife blade/sharply pointed object. Of that number a national issue. It is pleasing to see that we are we have charged or postal charged 21 people. A fur- already seeing the positive results of our ongoing ther 19 are awaiting a charging decision and two disruption activity. have been released on police bail.

“More than 20 people have already been charged “We are continuing to make arrests, seizures and with knife possession and we have carried out hunrecoveries on a daily basis but by taking part in dreds of land searches, stop searches and weapon Operation Sceptre – the national week of action- recoveries. means that we can continue to publicly show our “We will continue to push the message that carryongoing commitment to the problem of knife crime. ing a knife is not acceptable and people put During this week you may see us carrying out stop themselves at risk when they choose to carry a searches, open land searches and weapon sweeps weapon. or see knife amnesty bins in police stations.

“I would ask that the public continues to support “You may even spot our high visibility patrols us by spreading the message and making carrying a using knife arches or wands at key times in busy loc- knife socially unacceptable. ations or see our officers linking in with door-staff “If you know someone is carrying a knife then and licensed premises. speak to us or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 and “Operation Sceptre gives us the chance to stand help us to finally stamp out this problem.”

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Exotic Zoo will be showcasing loads of fantastic animals throughout the weekend, including an armadillo, delightful meerkats and a petting zoo! Critters 2 You will be bringing everything from snakes to lizards - will you have a go at holding a tarantula? Local rescue centre Corio Raptors will also be here with some amazing birds of prey, including a majestic barn owl and a beautiful buzzard.

During the weekend we’ve also got a whole range of additional activities for the family to enjoy. Our on-site cattle will be on show from the Gladstone Hide - go along to the talk and feed to see the beautiful herd of cows, including 14 calves, to find out more about how the cows help us to manage our reserve. We’ll also be running bird watching for beginners sessions to inspire the younger generation - head

to the Discovery Hide and pick up your bird watching for beginners guide and see what you can spot on the mere!

There’ll also be all our usual daily talks, feeds and activities.

Don’t forget to grab a net and become a pond detective with pond dipping in the brand new Pond Zone. If you’re after an additional adventure, head to our Canoe Barn.

Our Canoe Safari and Boat Tours area is a kilometre-long trail of waterways; the self-guided canoe safari offers you a unique way to explore a part of our wetland centre that isn’t accessible on foot. The habitat around the canoe safari is teeming with life, so keep your eyes open and see what you can spot as your paddle your way around the twists and turns of the waterways. If you prefer a more relaxed approach, sit back and relax on a guided boat tour instead.

Before you head home, make sure you check out our adventure playground with wet play! Come and have a wild day out in our extraordinary wetland landscape; buy your tickets online and save 10% on admission!

For more information and full details about our Animal Magic weekend, please visit wwt.org.uk/martin-mere

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Work underway on £48m HQ for Merseyside Police

WORK on Merseyside Police’s new £48million headquarters is underway.

A ‘break the ground’ event was held on Friday, September 13 when the force’s Police and Crime Commissioner Jane Kennedy and Merseyside Police Chief Constable Andy Cooke ‘turned the first sod’ at the site in Scotland Road, Liverpool, which will act as the force’s new base once opened in September 2021.

The purpose-built, four-storey centre, which is being built adjacent to the force’s existing station on St Anne Street, will house more than 1,100 officers and staff who will move over from the current headquarters on Canning Place in Liverpool city centre and from a number of leased units in Brunswick Dock, enabling these to be released.

Located on a brownfield site, the new police base will be bound by Scotland Road, St Anne Street and the approach road to the Queensway tunnel, breathing new life into one of the principal routes into the city centre.

The Police Commissioner first unveiled plans to build a new police headquarters in September 2016 following a year-long evaluation of a host of potential new sites, as well as the potential refurbishment of the existing headquarters. This process confirmed a new headquarters would be cheaper to build and maintain and more sustainable, efficient and environmentally-friendly.

Jane Kennedy said: “I’m thrilled that we are finally now in a position to start

work on the new headquarters that Merseyside Police so desperately needs on this key gateway into the city.

“Canning Place has been a loyal servant to the force for more than 40 years and there is no doubt it boasts a fantastic location, but it is now of an age where expensive repairs and maintenance work are urgent and essential. It is old, inefficient and its structure and layout are no longer fit for purpose.

“It is important that I make it clear the money used for this project is completely separate from the funding used to pay for Merseyside’s Police’s officers and staff and cannot be diverted to fund operational policing.

“The new centre will also save money by reducing the annual running costs of the police estate – money which can be directed straight to the frontline.

“Furthermore, I hope we can recoup a large chunk of the cost of this development through the sale of Canning Place, which was recently described as the best regeneration opportunity in the entire country ”.

Chief Constable Andy Cooke said: “This is a further step in making sure that police officers and police staff have the right resources, working environment and are located in the right place to continue delivering a service the public can be proud of.”

He added: “Further, the site selection will deliver huge benefits to the local community by investing in an area of regeneration.”

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Between September 1 2018 and August 31 2019, the NWAA were sent to 292 incidents that included giving patients urgent treatment in emergency situations.

Many patients receive critical pre-hospital medical care from a crew of advanced paramedics and consultants which can often make the difference between life and death.

NWAA helicopters can fly at speeds of 150mph, saving vital minutes for patients in urgent need of treatment, whether that’s reaching a specialist centre within the region, being attended to at the scene for time-critical conditions such as cardiac arrests, or receiving lifesaving blood transfusions on board.

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Go to a street market to find ‘real’ potatoes POTATOES. They've been on my mind since that letter in the Champion several weeks ago making the point that ‘fings ain’t wot they used to be’ if when it comes to buying new potatoes in a supermarket that taste like, well, new potatoes.

I have though good news for all ‘real’ potato lovers - I have found a source of the genuine article!

Make a visit to Ormskirk’s lovely street market any Thursday or Saturday - and you will find a purveyor of local new potatoes, complete with a certain amount of local soil still adhering to them.

By the way, an easy way to scrape them is by using one of those metal scrubbing pads.

Actually, talking of Ormskirk and its potato harvest, one vivid childhood memory is of my granny's old fashioned coal fired cooking ranges (complete with double oven.)

Granny used to boil her spuds in a huge black pan - and the results were spectacular.

I remember that the potatoes, either new or old, tasted like - potato.

They weren't just something to pad out the meal, they were a thoroughly enjoyable part of it.

And talking of spuds, my dad decided at one time to grow his own, after hearing of a variety named 'Sharp's Express'.

I cannot really remember how good they tasted, but they must have been satisfactory.

Returning to Ormskirk market - and I imagine other street markets of similar type - it is amazing just what bargains you can find.

And I don’t mean cheap tat either.

A couple of years ago I found just the boating cap I was looking for at a price not that much higher than you can pay for a cheapo ‘Captain’s’ hat on the Broads.

It has become one of my prize possessions - I'm never to be seen on my ‘bridge’ without it. Anyway, bargains are there to be found.

For instance, if you are keen on those 'puzzle' magazines, you can get them for just £1 on the market.

Assuming that you don't intend to do the prize competition (chances are

your entry will already be out of date) that is a huge saving.

Of course, there can be a down side.

This spring I discovered a stall selling beef and jelly pies for just £1.

I bought one, sat contentedly in the sun on the wall of the old travel office at the bus station waiting for my bus home, and really enjoyed yet another taste of my childhood.

I thought I’d make this a new custom whenever I visited the market.

But the price inevitably crept up last time I looked it was £1.30 and beginning to look expensive just for what was after all just a time-filler.

Certainly not a time-waster though!

I suppose I have a bit of a history with meat pies.

I remember in the early 1960s in the school summer holidays I travelled to Morecambe, following my interest in buses and had arrived back in Preston on my way home.

Feeling in need of sustenance I found a kiosk selling tea, butties and cakes - and there was a meat pie. A large, very large, meat pie.

Having already bought my return bus ticket home, I splashed out most of my remaining reserves on this item - and was not disappointed.

It was not a pork pie in the sense you normally think of one today, all pink and tasteless.

Neither did it even lay claim to being beef. It was just a ‘meat’ pie of the sort I'd become used to back in my childhood, all grey 'meat' and lashings of jelly.

I sat in a bench and gorged myself on it - I think the local pigeon population gained a little extra too.

Happy days.

Of course there were childhood delights that most certainly would not figure on anyone's menu these days.

Like sugar butties.

A COMMUNITY fun day in a Bootle park has been hailed a success by organisers.

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A spokesperson for the group said: “It was a great afternoon in South Park.

Thanks to all partners because without your support this event would not happen.

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Trio of martial arts stars to represent Great Britain in European Championships A TEENAGE martial artist from Seaforth will be representing his country at the Taekwondo Cadet European Championships to be held early next month in Marina D’or, Spain.

Kevin Booth, a pupil at Sacred Heart Catholic College in Crosby, is a member of West Lancashire & Merseyside (WLM) Taekwondo based in Maghull.

The 13-year-old second dan black belt will compete alongside clubmate Mia Hadfield, also aged 13, from Ormskirk.

Also from WLM Taekwondo, Jacob Wishart, 14, from Kirkby, will be competing at the Taekwondo Junior Europeans in the same week.

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Mia’s mum and club coach Lisa Hadfield said: “As a club, we are really proud of the level of commitment that these three have shown over the months.

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Daughter ’s head shave in memory of mum and dad Report by Tom Martin A WOMAN from Litherland who lost both her parents only months apart has shaved off her hair to raise money in their memory.

Wendy Jenkins was devastated after her mum, Jean Foster, died at the age of 81 in May from lung cancer, and tragically she lost her dad Tommy, 85, last month also to cancer.

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Wendy said: “Even though I lost my dad in August, we still went ahead with the shave and raised £1,600 for charity.

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Tea Dance organiser hangs up his shoes at age of 89

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A DANCING organiser has hung up his shoes for the last time at the age of 89 after more than six decades.

Dave Kershaw, originally from Waterloo, has been running Dave’s Tea Dance in Southport for the last nine years but has been running a variety of groups since 1953.

He held the final Dave’s Tea Dance recently at Lord Street West Church Hall.

It has now been taken over by dance instructors Wendy Aspin, 72, from Southport and Cyril Lee, 80, also from Southport, who have rebranded it as the Monday Afternoon Tea Dance, which will remain at the same time, 2pm4pm.

Dave Kershaw, who grew up in Waterloo, moved to Formby after he married his school sweetheart Margaret in 1953 and has lived Host Dave Kershaw (right) with organist Bill Bradley (left) at the final Dave’s Tea Dance there ever since.

He fell in love with dancing during a les- who he met again on his 21st Birthday for my traditional dances. son at school in 1943 and kept his hobby dance in 1951 at the Floral Hall in South“I am so sad to give it up but age has throughout his life until he had a quad- port. He lost Margaret in January 2018. caught up to me – I know I have been ruple heart bypass eight years ago, when The father of two said: “I have been lucky to do what I have for so long he turned to hosting.

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Care centre residents go cycling with help of video projection technology Report by Henry James

PARKHAVEN Court, a facility in Maghull for people with dementia, is taking part in a scheme where older people cycle through locations on a stationary bike with the aim of increasing activity levels.

Service users at the extra care scheme on Liverpool Road South, which is managed by Parkhaven Trust, are involved in the Road Worlds for Seniors 2019 competition throughout September.

The Road Worlds for Seniors 2019 Championship is a global activity programme for cycling within care homes and care centres that will take place alongside the UCI Road World One of the service users on the ‘bike.’

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It focuses on physical activity for older people ing conversations that bring the memories back to using its concept, Motiview, in which older people life.

Everyone who participates will be rewarded for cycle through a choice of 1,700 locations on stationary bikes via a video projection that plays their efforts, with additional awards going to those who have cycled the furthest, and the care teams while the person pedals.

The combination of exercise and visual stimula- that have provided the best support.

Parkhaven Trust is currently in ninth place in the tion increases activity levels in older people and gives them the opportunity to revisit familiar world!

Beccy Incledon, community services manager at places from their childhoods and other important Parkhaven Trust said: “The Road Worlds for Senipoints in their lives.

This element of Motiview is especially important ors 2019 cycling event is a fantastic example of the for those who live with dementia, as it provokes commitment towards active and engaging lives fond memories of familiar locations, such as their care homes embrace. We are proud to be home town, or favourite holiday location, spark- involved.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

Britain’s most decorated Group open new season Olympian to speak in city Interview by Henry James BRITAIN’S most decorated Olympian Sir Bradley Wiggins is to tour theatres throughout the UK with his live show.

Bradley Wiggins: An Evening With provides an opportunity for fans to see the five-time Olympic Gold medallist and Tour De France winner share exclusive tales, prized memorabilia and career highlights.

Wiggins will be at the Liverpool The Auditorium at M&S Bank Arena on Thursday, October 3.

He told the Champion: “I’m in quite a privileged position as I have a platform and a voice and people want to come and listen to you.

“For much as I have achieved in sport, I have not got enough of an ego to talk about me all night. The night will celebrate cycling and my part in the sport.”

A British household name and undeniable national treasure, Bradley Wiggins holds the iconic track hour record and is the only cyclist who has won World and Olympic championships on both the track and the road along with winning the Tour De France.

Wiggins added: "The highlight of my cycling

career was the London 2012 Games. From a British sporting perspective, I don’t think the achievements of those involved will ever be repeated. I don’t think we will ever see a home Olympic Games in my lifetime.

“When I look back now, it was such a privilege and honour to be part of it. I never realised I would get the opportunity to compete in the Olympics in London at the peak of my career in front of all those people.”

He won the 2012 BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award (voted for by the public), helping cycling smash its way into the mainstream.

2013 brought further success, including the Tour of Britain title, and in 2014 Wiggins added the rainbow jersey to his collection by winning the World Time Trial Championships.

The Summer of 2016 saw Wiggins win his 5th gold medal at the Rio Olympics in the team pursuit and his eighth Olympic medal overall, making him Britain’s most decorated Olympian ever and rounding off one of the most impressive sporting careers the nation has ever witnessed.

Wiggins commented that he was interested in getting involved in social work now. He added: “I live in the north and it is almost forgotten politically and economically. I see it first hand. I want to work with young people and use what I have learned on the bike to tell them there are other ways out.”

SOUTHPORT Dramatic Club open the new season at the Little Theatre with their presentation of one of Britain’s greatest comedies, One Man Two Guvnors, written by Richard Bean and based on Carlo Goldoni’s play - The Servant to Two Masters.

Liam Rabbette takes the James Corden role of Francis Henshall who, fired from his skiffle band in the swinging 60’s, becomes minder to Roscoe Crabbe (Emily Parr), a small-time East End hood.

But Roscoe is really Rachel, posing as her own dead brother – who’s been killed by her boyfriend Stanley Stubbers (Chris Smalley).

To make ends meet, Francis accepts a second job from Stanley behind Roscoe’s back. Stanley is hiding from the police and waiting to be re-united with Rachel. To prevent discovery, Francis must keep his two guvnors apart.

Simple. What could possibly go wrong?

Directed by Adrienne Ledson, this award winning play is a glorious celebration of British Comedy.

The Box Office is open from 11am - 2pm and the show is on from September 20-28. Tel 01704 530521/530460 or book online.

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MOTOWN the Musical has started on a major UK and Ireland tour and is visiting Liverpool Empire until Saturday, September 28.

The cast includes, Edward Baruwa who plays the leading role of Berry Gordy, Karis Anderson plays Diana Ross, N athan Lewis plays Smokey Robinson and Shak Gabbidon-Williams is Marvin Gaye.

Edward Baruwa’s previous credits include the West End productions of Motown the Musical at The Shaftesbury Theatre, Les Misérables at the Queen’s Theatre, Five Guys Named Moe at the Marble Arch Theatre and the UK Tour of Sister Act. Karis Anderson is best known as being one third of pop band ‘Stooshe’ who celebrated a top five single Black Heart in 2012 for which they received a nomination for Best British Single at the 2013 Brit Awards.

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With music and lyrics from the Motown catalogue and book by Motown founder Berry Gordy, Charles Randolph-Wright’s production features a live orchestra playing 50 Motown tracks including Ain’t N o Mountain High Enough, I’ll Be There, Dancing In The Street, Stop! In The Name Of Love, My Girl and I Heard It through the Grapevine and tells the story behind the classic hits.

Berry Gordy said: “The UK has always been the gateway for Motown to the rest of the world.

“While the West End production still continues, I’m thrilled that we are taking a second production of Motown the Musical to the rest of the UK.”

ALL ENQUIRIES With just $800 borrowed fromTel. upto 8.00pm- any evening or after 5.00am on actual day of sale. his family, Motown founder Berry Gordy, went from featherweight boxer to heavyweight music mogul, discovering and launching the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and many more. Motown the Musical uncovers the true story of the legendary record label that changed music history and created the soundtrack of a generation.

Tony nominated Motown the A scene from Motown The Musical received its world Musical. Photo by Tristram Kenton premiere in April 2013 in N ew York and recouped its $18 million orchestrations and additional arrangements by Bryan Cook, investment by the end of 2014.

The first US N ational Tour dance arrangements by Zane opened to critical acclaim in Mark. Choreography is by Patricia spring 2014 in Chicago, grossing Wilcox and Warren Adams, scenic $20 million dollars during its design by David Korins, costumes standing room only 16-week run, by Emilio Sosa, lighting design by and continues to play to packed N atasha Katz, sound design by houses across America. Motown Peter Hylenski, video by Daniel the Musical has music supervi- Brodie and Wig design by Charles sion, orchestrations and Lapointe. editorial@champnews.com arrangements by Ethan Popp, co-

Toast is a play well worth seeing Review by Pete Rimmer Toast by Henry Fillox-Bennett.

Liverpool Playhouse September 10 - 14 THE waft of burnt toast greeted the audience as we waited for the start of this the play version of Nigel Slater ’s memoir written in 2004 and made into an award winning TV Movie in 2010.

One might wonder how to make a story out of baking wars but with the popularity of the many TV shows on that subject it’s not at all surprising and celebrities, including of course Slater himself, are all over the papers every day.

The play is set in the mid-sixties but from the feel of this production it felt more like the fifties and tells the story of Slater’s childhood in Wolverhampton with his constantly ill mother, played excellently by Kathy Federman, and the somewhat overpowering father Blair Plant.

If you want to start a fun conversation, talk about food from your childhood and this always brings the memories flooding back. The first half of this comedy drama with dancing did this to great effect with Slater, played to by Giles Cooper, and his mum having much fun baking jam tarts and dancing around the kitchen. Particularly good is a scene featuring the music La Mar by Charles Trenet, very moving and well-choreographed.

Of course the fun can’t last and with the death of his mother and following the remarriage of his

father things were never going to be easy. His life takes many turns until he discovers the wonder of kitchen work and the rest of course is history.

The deceptively simple set evokes a sense of nostalgia but also adapts to the dozens of different scenes needed to tell the story and the quick scene changes are impressive.

What can’t you not like about a play where they pass sweets out among the appreciative audience including a couple of groups of senior school students. Returning after the interval we find a Walnut Whip on our seats to be eaten as part of the play itself.

With only two other actors Samantha Hopkins and Stefan Edwards it’s a play well worth seeing, it’s on a national tour catch it if you can.

Star Rating 8 out of 10.

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After opening their doors for the first time on the 7th November 1990, the Rufford Arms Hotel continues to indulge guests with their wholesome menu from winter warmers to tasty treats for a special occasion. With the flourishing fields of Lancashire in the backdrop, the Rufford Arms offers a warm and sophisticated venue to enjoy with loved ones.

To celebrate going into their 30th year of business, Sue and her team at the Rufford Arms have programmed a series of entertainment nights including ABBA tribute show Chick-a-Cheeta and guest favourite, the ‘king of swing’ Chris Stewart.

Owner Sue Lockwood has been at the helm of the Rufford Arms since day one and now leads with her excellent team including the new edition of her son Ben at her side. After training and working in city hotels and restaurants, Sue wanted to bring her culinary expertise back to her home county to combine the best of British produce in traditional recipes and contemporary dishes.

“Growing up around the asparagus fields of Formby, I was desperate to cook with all the fresh ingredients on our doorstep. To this day, we continue to source local delicacies for our menu, including home-grown baking apples for our crumbles and sauces, freshly picked this time of year from the gardens of friends and family,” explained Sue. Since opening, the Rufford Arms has established a network of growers of seasonal produce in the area, which is always a feature on the menu.

Ingredients come from as close as one mile away such as the handpicked vegetables from Causeway Farm, meaning produce travels less distance from field to fork.

Ever environmentally conscious, Head Chef Greg Smith and his team have also created a full vegan menu with a plant-based version of many of their traditional dishes, including classic desserts with home-made dairy-free ice cream and custard.

Sue added, “Our local community is at the heart of what we do from our food suppliers to the fantastic team who help us run the business - thank you to all for making us who we are today. I’d also like to send a huge thanks to all our wonderful guests for their loyal custom over the years.”

The Rufford Arms Hotel is located at 380 Liverpool Road, Rufford, L40 1SQ. To find out more, you can visit www.ruffordarms.com or follow the hotel on Facebook.com/RuffordArms.

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BOWLS Crown Green, Lignum, including standard jack ( 2 Full bias ) 2 lbs 7 oz. £20 07944438111 GORDON SMITH electric guitar G60 red - single pick up - with case - excellent condition home use only - reduced price £450 ono 01695572500 CHILDS SNOOKER Table 36 inch long. Complete with cues and balls. Ideal present. £15 01695572703 LAWN BOWLS Set of 4 Thomas Taylor Rinkmaster size5 good condition. £50 07429 428989 3 MAN TENT Vango Sigma 300 Tent - 3 Person Tent.Used twice only.Collection southport town centre.£40 07511244183 EGYPTIAN OUD GUITAR 12 String Acoustic Guitar Lute Rare collectors musical item.

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HORNBY inter city 125 two power and two trailers & 3 R407 coaches £100 new 01704 892018

CASSETTE DECK Luxman K 5, dolby, mic inputs, variable output etc excellent condition. £35 07504888423

SHARP VIEWCAM VL-NZ50 Digital Viewcam Mini DV with remote, spare batteries/tapes, cables, chargers, tripod adaptor, remote: £60 01704 567238

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Excellent condition & working order. Complete with original remote, all connecting cables & manual. £100 01704 568441

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PROJECTOR Prinz magnum LV super 8 zoom very good condition £25 01704 222990

BT HUB B-Focus, V-2 Hub, Rev 8, with cables: FREE 01704 567238 SHARP DVD/CD player in silver with surround sound with 5 speakers excellent condition may deliver £75 ono 01515263851 RIGONDA CORVETTE Rigonda Corvette Speakers X2 1970s.

Width 40cm Height 62.5cm Depth 22cm £50 07718333429 HITACHI28 TV DVD 28 Inch slim hdmi tv dvd,remote & stand.

Collection Southport town centre £75 07511244183 PORTABLE COOKER Halogen mains ,hardly used.Collection Southport town centre.£20 07511244183 TV1TB RECORDER EE TV Freeview Box WiFI Brand NEW Collection Southport town centre.£40 07511244183 LEEM AMPLIFIER LM GA-818R portable Guitar /Microphone amplifier Fully working and various controls Used condition £35 07511244183 PORTABLE DVD BUSH Pink 10 inch DVD player & Remote with mains power adaptor or 12volt.

Collection Southport town centre.£35 07511244183 ACCOUSTIC GUITAR Swift London Pink Full Size with Travel carry case.Collection Southport town centre.£40 07511244183 DREAMBOX DM800HD Dreambox DM800 HD PVR multifunctional, 12v, 1TB storage, suitable for home or on the move - £80 01704 567238

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DINING TABLE Two tier black and clear glass table with six chairs good condition £120 (help with transport) 01704 628190

HOUSE AND HOME KITCHEN SINK Franke Ascona one and half bowl stainless steel sink never used homebase price £199 accept £75 01704 628190 BOSCH FREEZER Under the counter, front opening door, with four-drawers, in white. Buyer collects from PR8. £25. 0795 6048770 ROUND CARPET 2 metre diameter Indian carpet in cream and blue colours. Beautiful condition. £35. Tel: 07702997311 ROUND CARPET 6’ diameter round Indian carpet in blue and cream colours .Excellent condition. £40. 07702997311 or01704576459 COFFEE TABLE Solid oak. 2 drawers. Size L50” x W27” x D20”. Excellent condition. From Stokers cost over £350. £70 ono Tel 07702997311 COFFEE TABLE large oak coffee table L50” W27” D20” with 2 drawers.Excellent condition. bought from Stokers for over £350. £70 ono. 07702997311 or01704576459 HOME OFFICE Complete Set Desk Chair Drawers Filing Cabinet Tall Cupboard Excellent Condition £500 ovno 01704 507924 SOFA & CHAIR Matching 2 seater sofa & rotating bucket chair with half moon footrest.

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SIDEBOARD Oak coloured 3 cupboards & 3 drawers 31” x 47” wide x 19” deep £30 07756229527

LINED CURTAINS taupe/cream (Dunelm) heavy and very wide, 2 pairs together, 132” x 90” plus tie backs. £20 07973 109886

DISPLAY UNIT Mahogany with cut glass doors & lights 72” high x 36” wide x 18” deep £85 07756229527

DISPLAY CABINET mahogany with lights, D 17”, W 75”, H 74”, good condition £95 07873 328182

CD/DVD TWISTER Mahogany holds 144 cds or dvds cupboard style 29” high x 16” wide x 17” deep £60 07756229527

SOLID PINE large dining table, extends 8ft £100. Unicycle on wheel bike, as new £30 01704 560992

MAHOGANY MIRROR Over mantel mirror from stokers 32” high x 44” wide £40 07756229527

DISPLAY CABINET 4 doors 4 drawers, cocktail cabinet, glass display cupboards £150 ono 01704 569987

FRAMED PRINTS 2 framed prints 17inx13in Last game at the Kop, Match day outside the Kop.£15 each. 01515201255

LEATHER SETTEE two seater dark cream, cosy £799 from stokers realistic price £125 sale price 07594604523

NEXT CANDLESTICKS pair of next reproduction antique candlesticks12in high 5in base. good condition.£20. 01515201255

LIGHTWEIGHT BAGLESS HOOVER vacuum cleaner, good condition, upright model £25 will deliver 079251 88189

FREE DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOW Oak/White, 2 years old taken out for an extension W 1680 x 1245 H Collection only Aintree area 07831450828

RED LEATHER SUITE 3 piece suite good condition matching coffee table any reasonable offer.

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DVD CABINET holds 40 dvds mahogany colour piece of furniture fold out doors £10 01695 421220 RADIATOR COVERS Three large covers 7ft 9” x 3ft 3”, 7ft 11” x 3ft and 7ft 11” x 2ft 11” £100 07703833800/ 01704833800 CURTAINS Two pair curtains red/ gold pattern, both measure 156” wide. One drop 94” the other 99”. Fully lined £200 07703833800/01704833800 DINING TABLE Large extending 6ftx3ft 9” table with two 15” inserts. 6 chairs and buffet sideboard Beautiful £300 01704833800/07703833800 ANTLER SUITCASE Large suitcase height 28” width 18” depth 11”. Mid grey. Excellent condition - 2 wheels. £30 o.n.o.

07971576709 STEAM CLEANER Electrolux electric floor steam cleaner,good working order.£15 07582835763 CHOKIN POTTERY Large selection Chokin pottery, embellished with gold leaf, excellent condition, various prices, email photos available. Buyer collects. 0151 2860268 DC14 DYSON bagless, upright, excellent suction, can deliver £45 Southport 214498 ORECK XXL super lightweight upright vacuum cleaner as seen on tv, can deliver £45 07925188189 OCCASIONAL TABLE Good size square table with drawer and glass insert. A classic style quality piece of furniture in medium/dark wood. £60ono 01772 815559 3/4 BED & headboard £40 v.g.c 07707 403615 4 CHAIRS habitat folding chairs red new £40 01704 562659 ORNAMENTS brass & silver plate £3 each 01695 576252 MORPHY RICHARDS Toaster and kettle, as new, bargain £18, red colour 0151 5317834 TV UNIT large glass and chrome tv unit, as new £15 07880 945930 MIRROR oval wooden frame, 90cm x 59cm, £10 01704 560518 CURTAIN POLE white painted wood, 1m 95cm, £5 01704 560518 SHOWER SCREEN & Bath £40.

Wall hung Toilet £10 07786 298207 SINK white to drawer wall hung sink with mirror, mirror is still in box. New £60 07786 298207

HSL RISE & RECLINER CHAIR linton grande colour champagne excellent condition non smoking home £350 01695 424056 2 POOLE VASES pottery delphis vases 1970’s 9inches tall excellent condition artist carol cutler & JM £60 01772 811121 BRIDGECRAFT SUITE 3 piece suite, traditional style, mink draylon, very good condition. own transport required £350 ono 07989 762748 RED VELVET HEADBOARD £16 v.g.c. Stanley iron plane boxed £18 Stove gas hob new £143 selling £45 25x20” 07594604523 MOTORCYCLE HYDRAULIC LIFT clarks adjustable small size up to 100cc bike £40 Brother sewing machine, new, boxed £75 07707257033 OVAL TEAK TABLE dining table & 4 chairs, extendable V.G.C. £50. Hand crafted 6 coffee mugs, milk jug & coffee pot £25 01695 421345 LUXOR 14” TV LCD TV with built in freeview, ideal for bedroom/kitchen £25. Record player with built in radio / speakers £25 0151 3783627 CURRYS WINE COOLER in black, holds 13 bottles, fits nicely on worktop under 25yrs old Xmas present £50. Maghull area 0151 3783627 DIGIMATE 23” LCD monitor in its original box like new £45 Beko Schlott 4 burner halogen hob, one burner, dual purpose £40 0151 3783627 DARK WOOD TABLE & CHAIRS dining table & 4 chairs good condition no scratches slight mark on one leaf £50 ono 07437851101 ELECTROLUX UPRIGHT VACUUM onboard tools powerful suction suitable for pet hairs, washable filters VGC £45 01704 892018 ARCHED TOP CLOCK small floor standing arched top 55” tall westminster chime glass door, long pendulum solid mahogany £200 buyer collects 01695 725629 TASSIMO COFFEE MACHINE c/w accessories / manual £12.

Kenwood electric wok non stick with temperature control & instructions £10 Maghull area 0151 3783627 LEATHER SOFA and two matching chairs maroon colour with mahogany wood trim £325.00 ono 01515263851 HIFI CABINET dark oak handmade cabinet plenty of storage for cds vinyls etc also lid lifts up for turntable £50 ono may deliver 01515263851

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HOUSE AND HOME SMALL TABLE Solid wooden round drop leaf table.15’ across when open and 4’ wide closed.

Ideal in a home or caravan. £14 07387439004 TABLE LAMPS Two table lamps in very nice condition, will separate if required. Selling only due to down sizing. For both £20 07387439004 INTERNAL DOORS Two used light oak internal doors 78” high, one 28” and one 27” wide. Will separate. Two for £20 07387439004 LEATHER RECLINER Lovely condition in beige, adjustable, reclining and swivels. Including a matching footstool, both on light beech star base. £125 07387439004 IKEA FURNITURE Light wood two sprung chairs and glass coffee table to match ideal for conservatory £30 the lot 07388406858 VINTAGE WARDROBE vintage wardrobe with beautiful iron handles, shelves labeled for sundries, shirts, underwear and pyjamas, covered by a glass door.£70 07718333429 CONSERVATORY FURNITURE cane settee 2 armchairs glass top coffee table no cushions £20 01704 575124 BEDROOM FURNITURE Starplan bedroom Units, Harmony Range. Bedside cabinet 44/74/44cm, Chest of drawers 89/113/44cm Oakwood/Praline with silver handles. 230 Pounds.

Perfect condition 07919532883 DOUBLE HEADBOARD Faux leather black headboard for double bed. 18 months old.

Selling as change of colour scheme. Pick up Burscough £10 07515534831 FOLDING BENCHES 2 ex army, wooden top with metal legs can seat four or five people each £30 each 0151 9281955 CORNER CABINET Tall mahogany corner cabinet. Cupboard at bottom and glazed display cabinet at top. £50 01695 421902 BOSCH DISHWASHER Free-standing. Full size (60cm wide. Fits under worktop counter). White. Good condition. £70 01695 421902 RICE COOKER Moulinex, brand new, in box With recipes £15 01695572704 VINTAGE CLOCK Wall mounted pendulum clock. Chimes. Ornate wooden case. Downsizing. £195ono 01695572705 COFFEE TABLE Octagonal wooden coffee table with glass top 36” across. Downsizing, bargain at £25ono 01695572703 CHRISTMAS TREE With built in, colour changing led lights.

Complete with assorted decorations. £15 01695572703 WOODEN DESK With rigid black metal frame. 54”x 30” Five drawers with central “knee hole” Moving to smaller house £20 01695572703 BEDDING M & S feather and down king size quality DUVET with cover and full set of pale blue bedding. Downsizing£30 01695572703 DINING CHAIRS X6 6 modern dark dining chairs with leatherette upholstery. 3 in good condition , 3 with worn surface. £5 the lot 07597397675 REFECTORY TABLE Traditional British solid dark oak extending refectory table. Good condition. Flexible 0/1/2 leaves.

Dimensions(inches) 28width x 45/57/69length x 29height £40 07597397675 WHITE KNIGHT C372WV 3KG Vented Tumble Dryer bought mid 2018 but unused. Save £50 on new price. £90 07429428989 SOFA AND ARMCHAIR Almost new Grey 3 seater sofa with matching arm chair and Queen Anne wing chair patterned with reversible cushions.£250 07365142804 MINI FRIDGE 11 Litre, home or car use, 230W/12V. £25, Lydiate 07875141036 GAS FIRE Brass / Gold finish, standard size. Collection Southport town centre £35 07511244183 CARPET CLEANER Bissell Cleanview Reach . Good condition and working order. £40 01704 807548 LARDER FRIDGE Liebherr under counter fridge. Good condition and working order. Width 500 £40 01704 807548

HOUSE AND HOME RADLEY BAG Signature/ Picture large grab bag Retail Therapy from Autumn/Winter 2006 in good used condition. £70. Collection Southport.

07806775741 JUICER Moulinex Juice Master Plus. £7 Burscough 01704 893195 SUITCASE Zip around side, plum coloured 40 cm x 60cm £7 Burscough 01704 893195 LAMPSHADE for standard lamp,vintage large pink fringed £7 Burscough 01704 893195

MISC LEAD CRYSTAL VASE 8” high, Royal brierley very solid. £10 ono 07704 785755 SATIN THROW Large, reversible champagne and black. New. Delicate pattern £15 07704 785755 BRIDGE CANDLE 7 candles on wood base. Lovely condition with pot of extra bulbs. £5 07704 785755 NOKIA 7373 swivel camera phone brown/gold locked to orange includes charger excellent condition £15 01704220356 ENCYCLOPAEDIA BRITANNICA Childrens Edition 1997 20 books - £30 Adult Edition 1982 inc Micropaedia and Macropaedia 30 books - £40 01519491765

MACHINERY’S HANDBOOK, issue 26. £20 ovno. Tel 07815 651603 RADLEY BAG Radley Crossover Bag £25.00 o.n.o 01704 896402 LIVERPOOL FC Alan Kennedy Signed Book Kennedys Way Bargain £10 07773242918 FOOTBALL PROGRAMMES ticket stubs shirts WANTED cash paid 07773242918 BROTHER TYPEWRITER AX 15 Model with spare ribbon. £20.00 0151 5269350 GAS BOTTLE Empty Calor gas 4.5kg Butane bottle.Use as deposit for your top ups.£10.00 01704897963 CRYSTAL GLASSES Two Edinburgh Crystal wine glasses in gift box new £8.00 01704 880047 BABYCHAM GLASSES 6 Babycham glasses £5.00 01704 880047 TITLEIST GOLF BALLS 50 used golf balls, offers 07533 709235 1950’S RADIO gec still working £40 286 6896 GOLF BALLS 50 used colourful golf balls, all makes. Offers 07533 709235 FIESTA full set seat covers, unused £5. Flex hose, 25.5 ft, still in box £10 01695 729845 EXERCISE BIKE Good order £10, Corner TV unit £10, Hoover breeze evo very good condition £30 0151 5319559 CORSA MANUAL New 0306 £10 wheel locking kit £20.

Scarifier used twice as new £60 07407 340299 CLASSIC ALBUMS lots of classical music and country and western records all albums £10 07587 196888 SELECTION BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE TEXTBOOKS university years 1-3 offers accepted 07870 943124 TRAILER 8’X4’ independent suspension spare wheel, lights, drop down, tail gate, suit builder, car booter etc, very handy £195 01772 812767 or 07585530376 INTERNAL WHITE door 30 by 78 inches may deliver £25 ono 01515263851 CAR REGISTRATION Registration plate for sale ROY 41G, looks like ROY 416. Please contact for price, includes registration with DVLA 07387439004 GALVANISED SCUTTLE One galvanised coal scuttle and one galvanised mop bucket, very old.

Will sell separate. £20 07387439004 PICNIC BOX A very old John Bagshaw, picnic case in fair condition. Can send photos, Ideal to display with vintage car. £20 07387439004 BABY STATION Rubbermaid baby changing unit, ideal for baby nursery, pubs, clubs, restaurants, shops. Cost new £200.

Bargain £99 ono 07387439004 BEREAVMENT ITEMS Numerous items including, mirrors, pictures, table lamp, occasional table, small garden tools. Royal Dalton, From £5 07387439004

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HOLY STATUE Holy statue, from Rome in extremely good condition, 12” high which can be hung on a wall or stood £40 07387439004 WASH BASIN Small wall hung stainless steal wash hand basin, with taps and waste, Ideal for domestic garage, garrage,or food outlet. £35 07387439004 SODA SYPHON vintage soda syphon, etched Minster Minerals, no cracks or chips £12 0151 9281955 MACHINERY HANDBOOK a reference book for the mechanical engineer, draftsman, toolmaker and machinist £20 07731946207 FRAME TENT 4 berth frame tent comes with two sleeping compartments and spare storm poles,(very heavy) £30 0151 5317773

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MOBILITY WALKER 3 wheel mobility walker complete with brakes and shopping bag,as new,£20.can deliver locally.

07582835763 PHARMORE WHEELCHAIR self propelled, new, never used, can deliver £65 07925188189 TRANSIT WHEELCHAIR very comfortable, easily folds for car, can deliver £55 Southport 214498 MOBILITY SCOOTER Scooter (blue) with basket, manual battery & charger. Simple to use and disassembles into 5 pieces for travelling. Vgc £325 ono 01772 815559 REAR VIEW MIRROR wide angle curved, suit clause 42 licence, vgc £20 01695 573350

SPANISH LANGUAGE COURSE Readers Digest 16 Cassettes,£10 Lydiate 07875141036

NEW WHEELCHAIR comfortable in carry bag £50. Disability side table £20. New walking frame, no seat £8 01704 537946

INDOOR 4LINE CLOTHES LINE Retractable clothes line, wall mounting, Brand New,£5 Lydiate 07875141036

WHEELCHAIR transit type very good condition solid wood padded seat can be delivered £55 07925 188189

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MOBILITY SCOOTER Kymco foru maxim xl 8mph on or off road de luxe electric scooter with charger,some damage to front cowl hence cheap price.£300 07582835763

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HALLS ELIZABETH ANNE

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SCOTT REGINALD DANIEL Passed away peacefully 1st September 2019 aged 99 Years Reunited with Sybil. oe a o Peter, Father in law to ela a ra a to Emma. oe a isse by all his Family and Friends.

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9th September 2019 Aged 79 years

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Service and cremation at Thornton Crematorium on Friday 20th September at 12.40pm.

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8th September 2019 Peacefully aged 65 years

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WARD TONY 15th September 2019 Peacefully at his home in Skelmersdale aged 79 years The dearly loved Husband of Barbara.

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------I want to thank God for my wonderful life, for my parents, husband, daughters, work colleagues, neighbours and all whom have enriched my life so much.

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SCHEDULE The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Curzon Road, Waterloo) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To Introduce: Length of carriageway of a road forming one side of the area of that Road designated as a Disabled Persons Parking Place

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Curzon Road – North east Side Centrally located outside Nos. 28/30 for a distance of 6.6.metres For the resident of No. 29 Curzon Road, Waterloo Permit No. 497 The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Brooke Road West, Waterloo) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To introduce a disabled persons parking place centrally located outside No. 45 Brooke Road West, Waterloo Permit No. 498 The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Regent Road, Crosby) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To introduce a disabled persons parking place centrally located outside No. 47 Regent Road, Crosby Permit No. 500 The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Gladstone Road, Seaforth) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To introduce a disabled persons parking place centrally located outside No. 38 Gladstone Road, Seaforth Permit No. 501 The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Rockland Road, Waterloo) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To remove existing disabled persons parking place centrally located outside No. 5 Rockland Road, Waterloo The Metropolitan Borough of Sefton (Beech Avenue, Crosby) (On Street Parking Places, Prohibition and Restriction of Waiting) Order 2019 To Introduce Restricted Roads (No Waiting at Certain Times) Roads and parts of roads in which waiting is prohibited at certain times Beech Avenue

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Notice of Disposal of Public Open Space Land Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council Local Government Act1972 as amended by the Local Government Planning Act 1980 WATCHYARD LANE PLAYING FIELDS FORMBY. L37 3JU In accordance with the provisions of Section 123 (2A) Local Government Act 1972, Notice is hereby given that Sefton Metropolitan Borough Council intends to dispose, by way of Lease, the grounds known as Watchyard Playing Fields, Formby and as outlined on the attached plan, to Formby Community Football Club.

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Inchfield, Skelmersdale, WN8 6LZ Tel: 01695 554000 www.06-mitsubishi.co.uk Fuel economy and CO₂* results for the Mitsubishi ASX Juro / Mpg (l/100km) (combined): 37.7 (7.5) / *CO₂ emissions: 155 g/km. Fuel economy and CO₂* results for the Mitsubishi Mirage 3 / Mpg (l/100km) (combined): 55.4 (5.1). *CO₂ emissions: 107 g/km. Fuel economy and CO₂* results for the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Range Mpg (l/100km) (combined): 32.5–37.7 (8.7 – 7.5) *CO₂ emissions: 175-154 g/km. ^Please note that Mitsubishi cannot guarantee compatibility with all mobile phones and Bluetooth devices with the handsfree system fitted to this vehicle. Please check with the mobile phone manufacturer for further information on compatibility. 1 £2,000 deposit contribution and 5.9% APR representative PCP finance on the ASX Juro. No deposit required and available over 25-43 months. 2 Offer On The Road price shown is for a Mirage 3 petrol manual with solid paint and includes VAT (at 20%), VED and First Registration Fee. Metallic/pearlescent paint extra. 3 The offer relates to the Eclipse Cross range and requires a minimum of 20% deposit.

4 The offer relates to the L200 Series 5 range and requires a minimum of 20% deposit. Credit is subject to status and only available for retail sales to UK residents (excluding Northern Ireland dealers) aged 18 and over. This credit offer is only available through Shogun Finance Ltd, 116 Cockfosters Rd, Barnet, EN4 0DY. Shogun Finance Ltd is part of Lloyds Banking Group. Offer is subject to availability, whilst stocks last and may be amended or withdrawn at any time. Offer not available in conjunction with any other offer and is available between 27th June and 26th September 2019. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to Shogun Finance Ltd. 06 Ormskirk Limited trades as 06 Mitsubishi. 5 L200 Series 5 Titan rental shown is for manual transmission. Business users only, subject to status provided by Shogun Vehicle Leasing (a trading style of Lex Autolease Ltd, SK3 ORB). Excess mileage charges of 11.05p plus VAT per mile. Vehicle must be returned in good condition to avoid further charges. 7 Terms and conditions apply. For more information, please visit www.mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/test-drive. Fuel economy and CO₂ figures shown are for comparability purposes; only compare fuel consumption and CO₂ figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures.

These figures may not reflect real life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including the accessories fitted (post-registration), variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load. There is a new test used for fuel consumption and CO₂ figures. The CO₂ figures shown however, are based on the outgoing test cycle and will be used to calculate vehicle tax on first registration.

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IT’S A Kia Soul. It’s a Skoda Yeti. It’s a bloated pastiche of a British icon.

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Bootle need two points from final match to take title FIRWOOD Bootle need just two points from their final game at Lytham to be crowned Premier League Champions, for the first time since 2009, after dismantling Formby for a modest 92 and winning by a comfortable nine wicket margin.

Only Sam Oldham with a defiant 38 from 94 deliveries, Ollie Sutton and Extras

13 reached double figures.

Opening Bowler Keith Barker captured a very valuable 2 for 28 removing the two real danger men Tatenda Taibu and Will Porterfield for 2 and 0 respectively.

Will Purser was Formby`s chief tormentor helping himself to 4 for 18. Jhangir Liaqat weighed in with a

Mariners’ league campaign stutters Tadcaster Albion 2 Marine 1

worthy 2 for 20.

Firwood Bootle’s response was underpinned by a clinical unbeaten 48 in 105 balls from Mike Farrell ably assisted by a very steady undefeated 26 from Sam Kershaw in an unbroken second wicket liaison of 71.

Ben Aitchison, 1 for 9, captured the only wicket to fall castling Will Hale for 12.

Northern edge home against S&B in low-scoring game THIRD placed Northern recorded a low scoring three wicket win at Southport & Birkdale on Saturday.

The hosts were asked to bat and apart from Will Affleck with 32 offered little with the willow as they were sent tumbling for 78, with Tom Sephton taking 5-25.

The visitors also struggled with the bat but 31 from Taylor Cornall and an unbeaten 9* from skipper James Cole eventually saw them to victory on 80-7 despite Gary Keedy taking 4-27.

S&B’s tenure in the top flight is still in their own hands going into the final weekend as they

lie one place above Colwyn Bay (152 pts) and Lytham (151 pts) in the relegation zone.

Second placed Ormskirk (356 pts) gained two points on leaders Bootle after they beat Leigh (183 pts) by 20 runs at Brook Lane on Saturday.

Tom Hartley 34 top scored for the hosts who were dismissed for 149, with Lancashire’s Danny Lamb taking 5-39.

Lamb then top scored for the visitors with 73, but his efforts were futile though as the rest of his side succumbed to a bowling attack led by Scott Lees with 3-42.

McLaughlin claims 5-11 as Hightown beat Spring View INthe Second Division, Hightown St Mary’s (244 pts) recorded a seven wicket home win against Spring View (219 pts).

The visitors were put in to bat and dismissed for 103 with Alec McLoughlin taking 5-11 off 9.3 overs.

In reply, 24 runs each from Jayden Schadendorf and Leo McCarthy, plus an unbeaten 26* from Matt Laybourne helped to the hosts to victory on 104-3.

Maghull (252 pts) ended Caldy’s (291 pts) push for

promotion with a four wicket win over the water.

The hosts collapsed from 54-0 to 109 all out, thanks largely to 6-23 from young Aussie spinner Joe Medew-Ewen.

In reply, the visitors sealed victory on 112-6 with Cam Lawrenson unbeaten on 15*.

Burscough (196 pts) sank to eleventh in the table after they were beaten by four wickets at newly crowned champions Liverpool (383 pts).

THE final round of local LDCC fixtures of the season (noon): Formby v Ormskirk, Lytham v Bootle, Northern v New Brighton, Wallasey v Southport & Birkdale, Fleetwood Hesketh v Northop Hall, Rainford v Ainsdale, Burscough v Parkfield Liscard, Maghull v St Helens Town, Norley Hall v Hightown St Mary’s and Southport Trinity v Sutton.

MARINE suffered back-to-back losses after first falling to Trafford last Tuesday and then another defeat at the weekend to Tadcaster Albion.

Kenny Strickland opened the scoring against Tadcaster shortly before the half-hour mark, lashing the ball past Michael Ingham in the Tadcaster net after catching onto a loose ball inside the penalty box.

Chimalilo equalised just nine minutes later, though, curling the ball into the top corner to give Shamal George no chance this time.

After the teams emerged for the second period with honours even, Day was played through on goal to take on George one-onone. There was only one winner of that battle, though, the Liver- Marine and Tadcaster battle for possession. Picture by Susan Nugent pool loanee in goal pushing the Arena with a defeat. ball away to kill the chance.

Neil Young's side now have a week to regroup, Aboubacar Gassama was Marine's third debutant before hosting Dunston this Saturday in the FA of the day, the centre-back replacing Craig Lind- Cup. field to form a back three shortly after the hour l MARINE suffered their first defeat of the seamark. son at Trafford on Tuesday, September 10 thanks Broughton managed to clear two goalbound to a late goal from substitute Darius Palma. efforts off the line in quick succession on his MarLewis Salmon opened the scoring just after the ine debut, to keep the score level as Tadcaster break for the visitors, capitalising on a miss-hit pressed on. clearance from Anthony Miley to swipe the ball That pressure eventually brought the winning past George. goal, Jacob Day sealing the deal on 76 minutes for Craig Lindfield levelled for the hosts just six the hosts. minutes after he was introduced into the action.

Tadcaster were content to kill the game off, as Darius Palma sealed the deal in the 90th minute, Marine couldn't find a way through the hosts' res- though, with a good goal from the visitors causing olute defence late on and came away from the i2i a painful home defeat for The Mariners.

Bucks return to action looking for fourth straight league win BOOTLE return to action this weekend when they travel to Padiham looking to secure their fourth straight league win.

After a stuttering start to the campaign, the Bucks are slowly but surely rediscover-

FIRWOOD Waterloo looked to use home advantage to open their league account, although their confidence was tested in the first few minutes when a loose pass gave Broughton Park the opportunity to score in the corner and take an early lead.

Any fear that this would lead to a repeat of handling errors from last week were quickly dispelled as the ever reliable Daragh O’brien settled any nerves with a long range penalty.

This was followed by a superb try from Luke Nelson who gathered the ball in his own half evading four tackles.

From then on, with confidence racing through the team they built up a commanding lead.

The bonus point try came after excellent mauling work from the forwards that released the backs who found space in the Park defence to score.

Further scores came after outstanding work from Kurt Riley taking play up the pitch. Half-time score 35-8.

In the second period, the visitors, who won well on the opening day of the sea-

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son and finished three places above Firwood Waterloo last term, competed well.

They scored the first points of the half after 60 minutes with a converted try, but that proved to be their final contribution to their total.

The match was played in an excellent spirit by both sides helped by a referee who allowed the game to flow.

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have found life tough going this season Bucks boss Joe Doran is hopeful of adding a new addition to his side ahead of Saturday's game, with the player targeted a well known name in the division.

Maghull storm back

Waterloo open their account in style by racking up 61 points Firwood Waterloo 61 Broughton Park 15

ing the form that took them to within touching distance of claiming last season's title.

The Bucks were pipped to last year’s crown by City of Liverpool and despite starting this season as many people’s favourites, they

goals from Dylan Fitzsimmons, Marcus Stewart and Jordan Holmes.

They now face Halton Borough in the second round on Saturday, October 5 kick off 2pm.

THE home side took a two goal advantage into the interval courtesy of Maghull face a stern test on Sata brace from Mark Barnes but Maghull urday when they entertain unbeaten Mossley Hill in a First Division league hit back in the second half and snatched a deserved victory thanks to game.

Purples knocked out of FA Cup in replay

Reds rally to beat Nelson

CITY of Liverpool endured a week to forget after they were knocked out of the FA Cup by Warrington, beaten 40 in a replay last Tuesday before narrowly losing 2-1 at Brighouse Town in the league on Saturday.

AFC Liverpool beat Nelson 4-1 on Saturday. The Reds went a goal down on 12 minutes before James McGrane levelled. A brace from Kyle Schorah and a goal from Marc Stephens sealed the comeback.

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comfortably. In larger bathrooms you can make the most of the space with a large, free standing bath which neatly matches the rest of the suite, or maybe you will look to install a shower enclosure. No matter what the shape, size or style of your bathroom, there are a wide variety of shower enclosures out there. From those that will fit the smallest of bathroom spaces, to lavish walk in showers which can become the main attraction in your bathroom.

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Fires & Fireplaces There really is nothing quite like a fire to create a cosy and welcoming atmosphere. Whatever look you are trying to achieve, and what ever your budget, the fireplace is the ultimate focal point. It transforms any room within the home as well as being a great feature to snuggle up in front of and relax after a long, hard day. The fireplace is usually the starting point from which you can create the room of your dreams.

Fireplaces were once a mainstay in every home, a central feature and the essential source of heat in the room. They then took a bit of a backseat, yet recently, they have been heading for a resurgence, not least because of the value one can add to your home.

The appeal of real fire has increased a lot in recent times.

Thoughts of warmth and a cosy glow has prompted many folk to relocate their huge flat screen TVs and install / construct a fireplace, or restore what was already there.

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What to choose

Of course, when it comes to adding value to your home, you want to also combine aesthetics into the mix. You wouldn’t buy any old wood burner simply because you might wish to sell your home in the next decade; it’s something you’ll have to look at every day and use.

Original fireplaces; ‘period features’ are highly desirable and lots of people are seeking out ones which were made in the same year as their home. Whether they suit it or not.

Choosing the right fireplace is a big part of that.

Fortunately, most stone hearths and fireplaces are neutral in colour, so can equally blend seamlessly into a room or stand out, depending on what effect you’d like to achieve.

Understated, limestone is a classy and elegant choice, while slate hearths provide a rustic element which compliments the limestone or works just as well on its own.

Granite is another favourite material – durable, beautiful and able to withstand the residual heat.

When it comes to choosing between real or gas, it’s a simple question of preference. There is no doubting the convenience of simply being able to push a button and have instant heat and the look of a fire, as opposed to having to wait for an age for the heat, and then having to wait again until it has gone out before you go up to bed.

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Adding value to your home Over the years, making improvements to your home will always be necessary as inevitably wear and tear take their toil, as we enter different stages in our lives and as trends change the way we live. However, it is worth bearing in mind that significant home improvements can be expensive, so it’s important to consider how your plans will add value to your home. More and more of us are choosing to improve rather than move so here we have listed some ways to make your property better to live in, in a way that also adds value to your home.

Create an open plan living area

Knocking down an internal wall to create an open plan kitchen and diner is one of the best ways to add value to the home. It will also create a more pleasant, social space to live in with more and more of us opting for open-plan living. It ensures busy families can spend more time together as parents can be preparing dinner whilst the children do their homework, and this can be done in the same space rather than in separate rooms. Turning wasted space such as a cupboard under the stairs into a toilet will likely prove a big attraction to a variety of different buyers.

Adding one to your home will make it more appealing to young families with children and those that like to entertain but don’t want guests wandering around upstairs. Older buyers may also see this as a big positive as they look to future proof their homes.

Convert your basement or loft

Transforming one of these areas into an additional living space could increase the value of your property by as much as 30%,

providing the build cost per sq foot is less than the price per sq foot of the area. Many families choose to convert their loft areas as a way of obtaining more space without the inconvenience, stress and cost of moving home. Work taking place in the loft can also be less disruptive than say a major extension to an existing living space.

Building an extension

Again, the obvious benefit, adding more living space to the home by either expanding a room or adding more. This can also be done across two floors enabling you to add extra bedrooms and bathrooms as families grow. Extensions however have had some poor press in the past because of the fact that they change the fabric of the building and great care must be taken at the design stage to ensure you have the correct planning permission and that the flow or the look of the building is not affected negatively.

Create a Home Office

Give an underused spare bedroom a definite purpose by creating a home office. Once regarded as a luxury, a home office space is now viewed as essential by many people as more and more of us spend at least some of the working week working from home.

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Create a parking space

We all love the sight of beautiful, green front gardens but if parking is at a premium in your street, then consider paving over some, or all of your front garden to create much needed space for off-road parking that could significantly boost your home’s value.

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Gardens can often be overlooked where property projects are concerned but ploughing some money in to your green space can add value to your property. Adding decking and lighting to your garden can really boost the asking price.

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Kitchens

Is your kitchen old, worn out or just plain boring?

Whether you are looking at ripping out the old and installing a brand new kitchen, moving your kitchen to a new room or are simply looking to update and modernise the space, there are a number of ways for you to achieve the look you desire. An important factor to consider is whether you will carry out the work yourself, or look to employ the services of one of the area’s many reputable companies.

The kitchen really is the heart of the home. Have you ever wondered why it is that family, and friends all tend to congregate here. Our kitchens are where we cook, eat, entertain and socialise, so it is important to create a space that ticks all of these boxes – and more.

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range of different styles. The look of your kitchen is important. It should appeal to your tastes but also be in keeping with the rest of the property. When designing your kitchen, there are three main styles for you to consider : Traditional, Modern and Shaker.

Traditional

The appeal of traditional kitchens is in the balance between style and longevity. The primary purpose of this style of kitchen is to cook and so it is common to have appliances, utensils and ingredients on show, adding character to the room.

Modern

A modern or contemporary kitchen celebrates the fact that the kitchen is no longer simply a place to prepare and cook meals ; it is also an important living space. Modern style kitchens offer clean lines, sleek finishes, striking designs and are often open-plan.

Unlike a traditional kitchen, they utilise clever storage ideas to hide away clutter so it doesn’t deter from the minimalist look.

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This style of kitchen has a design that is focused on simplicity and functionality, rather than ornamentation. It has proved to be a timeless design and remains a popular choice today.

Thanks to its clean lines and practical layout, it is suitable for both modern and traditional homes.

Looking for some budget kitchen ideas?

If your current kitchen is looking a little tired, you don’t have to spend a fortune to give it a fresh , modern look. Replacement kitchen doors and kitchen drawer fronts can completely transform your old kitchen at a fraction of the cost of a refit.

Retaining the existing cabinets, there are specialist companies who will professionally refurbish every aspect of your kitchen – replacing doors, drawer fronts and worktops. They can also change the shape of the kitchen by adding in new units and appliances.

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