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HAPPY FAMILIES By Stephen Guy, West Derby Society
EDWARD III, who reigned from 1327 to 1377, can be described as the Father of the Nation – virtually all English people are believed to be descended from him. His 50-year rule saw great advances and he is recognised as one of our greatest monarchs. Edward was a skilled fighter with successes on both land and sea. He won a spectacular victory against the French at Crécy and the naval Battle of Sluys gave England control of the Channel. Parliament became more powerful and English replaced French as the language of the law courts. Geoffrey Chaucer’s poems are regarded as early English masterpieces. Edward’s reign started with uncertainty when he was virtually held captive by Roger Mortimer, a powerful baron, in Nottingham Castle. Edward’s supporters entered the fortress along a secret passage and captured Mortimer, who was executed. The young king heralded a colourful reign with great tournaments and other extravaganzas. Edward loved colourful costumes and magnificent display. He spent fortunes on outfits and all manner of precious objects. His reign was sadly marred by the Black Death when bubonic plague wiped out a third of England’s population in 1348 -50. Several of Edward’s children are
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thought to have died from the disease. Edward was a loyal husband and he and wife Philippa had 12 children, the most famous being Edward the Black Prince (named after either his armour or his foul temper) and John of Gaunt. Researchers believe that more than 99% of English people are descended from Edward III. By 1600 almost the entire English gentry were his offspring. By 1900 hundreds of thousands could trace their descent from Edward.
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This may seem a regal game of Happy Families but most people cannot directly trace their ancestry to royalty because records are scarce. Families become dispersed and contact lost even within a few generations. A worldwide search was carried out when Hugh Molyneux, 7th Earl of Sefton (pictured), died in 1972. No relative could be found to inherit the title. However, a claimant may one day turn up. When Edward Earl of Devon died in 1556 the title remained unclaimed for nearly 300 years. In 1831 the House of Lords recognised William Courtenay as the Earl of Devon after studying his claim going back many generations. n Join the West Derby Society at its next meeting 7.30pm on Wednesday, March 21 at Lowlands, 13 Haymans Green, Liverpool L12 7JG.
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Exciting times for Croxteth Hall’s Walled Garden NATIONAL Garden Scheme Open Day Sunday Bank Holiday, August 26. In 2018 Liverpool celebrates 10 years since being Capital of Culture and Croxteth Park Victorian walled garden opens its gates for the first time for The National Garden Scheme (NGS) raising money for charities. Friends of Croxteth Hall, Croxteth Park Volunteers, Croxteth Hall Garden Society and the Heritage Volunteers as well as the Walled Garden volunteers are working together to make our NGS day very special. There are lots of opportunities to be involved as a volunteer. If you are a cake baker, jam or chutney maker, good at serving teas or helping sell goods on a stall we need you.
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Miss British Beauty Curve By Cathy Hargreaves
I HAVE been selected to compete in the Miss British Beauty Curve pageant as Ms Liverpool Curve 2018. The pageant aims to encourage women to have the confidence to love their body regardless of their size. As a teacher, mother and plus-sized woman myself this is something I am extremely passionate about! It might have taken me a long time to get here, with years and years of yo-yo dieting and a small fortune spent on diet clubs along the way, but I am finally comfortable in my own skin and am ready to shout this from the rooftops and encourage other young
Cathy Hargreaves women to feel the same! I am aware that being overweight can be unhealthy, which is why I am careful to eat well and exercise as often as I can but I am not prepared to obsess over the numbers on a scale anymore, or whether I can fit into a certain size of clothes.
I am more concerned with feeling healthy and happy and I hope that this positivity rubs off on my own children. I believe that young girls need to look up to strong women who aren’t airbrushed or filtered as role models, rather than the unrealistic and often unattainable images they see on social media. My aim is to use this platform to be that role model and show that curvy can be confident, beautiful and empowering. I want to inspire women to focus on their talents and abilities, and to strive for what makes them feel happy and fulfilled rather than obsessing about the size tag in their jeans!
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children, aged 10 and above. Mia is ideally looking for a family home where she won’t be left alone for more than an hour or two. She is currently in a foster home, so please call the centre on 0151 480 0660 if you think she could be the one for you. If you think Mia could be the four-legged friend you are looking for, you can visit Dogs Trust Merseyside on Whiston Lane, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 6HP.
It’s open 12pm-4pm every day except Wednesdays, when it is closed. You can also call on 0300 303 0292, 8am-8pm Monday-Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. To find out more about any of the dogs at the centre, visit www.dogstrust. org.uk You can also follow the doggy ‘tails’ on Twitter @DT_Merseyside and Instagram, @dogstrust_ merseyside
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Look into my eyes Brain Food Festival THE Brain Charity in Liverpool will be throwing open its doors on March 14 to mark Brain Awareness Week with amazing food festival to teach people all about food and its effects on our brain and nervous system. There will be cookery demonstrations, bush tucker trials and a Great Brain Bake Off. Other charities, groups and foodie organisations will also be on hand to answer your questions about food and its effects on particular conditions. Plus, there will be talks on neurology and nutrition throughout the day from a range of experts including Dr Baker and Dr Silver from The Walton
Centre. As usual, you will have a chance to ask questions afterwards. In between talks why not relax and chat about what you’ve heard over a nice cuppa? You won’t want to miss the tea stand which will be offering the chance to try the charity’s range of Brain Chari-teas for free. These are unique blends of tea which have been specially created for The Brain Charity by local company Lady Liver Tea with health benefits in mind and which are available from the centre. Address: The Brain Charity, Norton Street, Liverpool, L3 8LR.
Strange Tale – By Anton Valdemart
UNCLE Ralph was always welcome at Lilac Avenue although he would often breeze in without any warning, standing at the door proclaiming: “Here I am!” The children were particularly fond of their debonair uncle who travelled around the North of England as a commercial traveller. Ralph drove a grey Rover coupé which was always kept immaculate – sometimes his nieces and nephews would wash it as he chatted to his sister Beattie in the front parlour. “The East Lancashire Road has made all the difference on my rounds,” he enthused. “I can be over from Leeds to Liverpool in no time. You should get a phone so I can tell you I’m on my way.” Ralph had always been unpredictable but that was part of his charm. He was a very smart dresser, with his check suits, silk ties and brogues. This was all part of the job when selling Pemberton’s Paper Products. The three children thought it hilarious that toilet rolls were among his wares. They always had plenty piled in the airing cupboard. Everyone would shiver when he described visiting undertakers to show the latest designs in paper shrouds. “When clothes and fashions change, so do shrouds,” he declared. Ralph’s stories seemed endless, gathered as he drove between towns and cities on roads as yet uncluttered by traffic. He claimed there was a definite distinction between buyers in Lancashire and Yorkshire. “Chalk and cheese,” said Ralph. “Some would do anything rather than
spend a penny, if you’ll excuse the expression.” Ralph always talked to the children and, if they were good, would give each a shiny silver sixpence. One sunny summer’s day the big car pulled up outside the house just as the children were coming home from school. Soon the buckets were out and soapy suds cascading over the bodywork. Ralph stood at the window sipping tea from a floral china cup. He swung round to his sister, a mischievous grin on his face. “It’s years since I’ve done my party trick – I’m going to do it now.” “Oh no, “said Beattie, her face red with stifled laughter. “You used to do that at our birthday parties. Terrified the life out of everyone.” The children finished the car
and waved for him to come out and give his usual inspection. Ralph put down his cup and went outside. He walked around the car then stopped. “I see a smudge, a definite smudge,” he said closely scrutinising the bonnet. His face was transformed into a stone-like mask. “Own up – who did it.” There was no response. “Look into my eyes,” he said, twisting his eyebrows and staring so hard that his eyeballs seemed about to pop out. “Come on … who did it?” The children’s screams turned to laughter as they returned his stare with their own versions of the goggle-eyed glare. “Definitely a family resemblance,” said Ralph when he returned to the house. n Read my next Strange Tale – It Is as It Is – in the April Link.
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March THE FRIENDS OF HARTHILL AND CALDERSTONES PARK Will meet at 7.15pm on Monday 12th March 2018 for the AGM followed by a talk by Colin Twist on the Orchids in the UK. Meetings are held in Childwall Primary School on Woolton Road, Liverpool 16, the entrance to which is off Salisbury Park. A charge of £2 is made for visitors, who are most welcome to attend. GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Will meet on Thursday March 8th when Debbie Davis from Formby will give a demonstration entitled “Through my Garden Gate”. Meetings are held in Dovedale Baptist Church Hall, in Olivedale Road. L18 1DW. The doors open at 7.30pm, for meeting at 8pm. Visitors are welcome for a fee of £6. MEETING OF THE GATEACRE SOCIETY The meeting will be a talk by Dave Fryer on the Mercy ships which provide much needed medical services to countries in West Africa. This talk will be on Sunday March 11th at 2.30pm in the Gateacre Chapel, Gateacre Brow. Free entry to members and non members. Donations welcome. LIVERPOOL OSTEOPOROSIS GROUP Is holding a public meeting on Thursday, 22nd March at 2pm when Dr. M A Siddiqi, consultant Physician, will give a Medical Update on Osteoporosis. The meeting will take place at the Liverpool University Hospital, Aintree in the Woolfson Lecture Theatre, Clinical Services Building. Further info 0151 722 0726. Please note change of venue. THE PUB CLUB An informal group of diverse friends (ages 50+) who meet weekly for a chat, a drink, a laugh and something to eat if you fancy. We meet each Thursday between 6pm and 11pm at the Richmond Tavern in Church Road, Wavertree, (nr Penny Lane) but we often have ‘away-days’ to other pubs. For more info. Pubclub@talktalk.net DIXIELAND JAZZ CONCERT The Savoy Jazzmen are giving a concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 6th March between 2-4 pm. Bring your brollies and join in the Mardi Gras parade numbers or just come and listen. There is a £6.50 admission charge which includes tea or coffee and a slice of cake. Further details from Peter Swensson 0151 722 1478 TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Next meeting Monday 19 March; Greenbank Sports Academy (Rathbone Room), 8.00 pm. Sharon Brown, Curator at the Museum of Liverpool. This evening Sharon will relate the story of Frank Hornby, who introduced Meccano to the world and “O” Gauge Hornby trains, followed by Dinky Toys. £2 includes refreshments. Everyone is welcome. EASTER PRIZE BINGO Broughton Hall Catholic High School PTA Easter Prize Bingo. Sunday 18th March 2018, 6th Form Centre Broughton Hall Honey’s Green Lane L12 9HJ. Doors open 6.30pm, GREAT Prizes & Raffle. Under 16s must be accompanied. Contact Mrs Hayward if you need further details 0151 541 9440 ADULT DRAMA GROUP At Valley Theatre, Netherley. Monday March 5th, 7pm. Fresh from their great success with “Babes in the Wood”, Valley Theatre adult drama group are
back, starting a new season, which will finish in June with a performance for the Liverpool Fringe. 18 and over. All welcome. New actors welcome. Further details Martin Ball, director, 07746 697263 or tomm562002@yahoo.com TRADITIONAL AFTERNOON TEA DANCE A traditional Afternoon Tea Dance (Merseyside Children’s Fund charity) with demonstrations of ballroom dancing is being held in the world famous Adelphi Hotel in the town centre. The event will commence at 1pm on Friday March 16 and the cost is only £15 per person, (£7.50 when booking with Jane and £7.50 on March 16). For further details phone Jane on 0151 709 7200. NEW MEMBERS EVENING Rotary Liverpool South new members evening Monday March 12, 7pm for 7.30pm at Woolton Village Club, 23 Allerton Road, Liverpool L25 7RA. Come along and see what you think enjoy free food and a drink with us. www. liverpoolsouth.rotary1180.org Club mobile. 07934 370525 or ring Roger Saunders on 07982 241289 or email rjsaunders@ blueyonder.co.uk SMILE AND SING with MERSEY HARMONY Have fun, sing, and boost your skills. Come along to Merseyside’s only all-female barbershop chorus. Mersey Harmony performs at events and competes locally and nationally. Rehearsals every MONDAY, 7.15pm – 10pm, Academy of St Nicholas, Horrocks Ave, L19 5NY. For details: Call Angela – 07947 142440 – www.merseyharmony. co.uk or check out our Facebook page. ALLERTON Breathe Easy Liverpool South is a friendly support group for people with lung disease/breathing difficulties. We usually meet the fourth Monday in the month at 1.30 pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR. For further information, please ring the British Lung Foundation Helpline on 03000 030 555.
SOUTH LIVERPOOL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY meets every Thursday at CADWA, Rocky Lane L16 1JD from 7.45 - 10.00. Membership £60/£55 for September to June. Summer £3 per visit. We warmly welcome anyone with a serious interest in photography to take part in competitions, displays and presentations and workshops. Beginners to veterans. Contact; Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345, secretaryslps@virginmedia.com Website; www.slps.co.uk HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE WORKPLACE CHOIR Do you work in health or social care in Liverpool? There is a friendly choir for you to join and sing in two charity Christmas concerts. Weekly rehearsals start 6.00pm, 13th September at Sacred Heart Church, L7 8TN. No experience
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necessary, listen-and-repeat method taught, beginners welcome. Details: nhscarolsliverpool@gmail.com. Rehearsal pianists also required. LIVERPOOL & MERSEYSIDE PHILATELIC SOCIETY Meet upstairs at Court Hey Methodist Church Hall, Bowring Park, L14 3NU, on alternate Mondays at 14.00 prompt, September to June. Guest speakers and members display presentations of postal history and various stamp related themes. New members and guests welcome; good car parking. Bus 6, 61, 116, 610, 619 and quite close to Broadgreen station. Contact Dr. D.Crewe on 0151 733 1291 or Tim Evans on 0151 475 0345 GRAND NATIONAL CHORUS Open nights are held regularly at Prescot Town Hall, 1 Warrington Rd, Prescot L34 5QX, from 8 pm to 10 pm on Thursdays. Come and hear the fabulous harmony of the male voices. Ring 07716 127814 to book free place. http://www.liverpoolinharmony. co.uk Groups, clubs and classes ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers. The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided. Please contact us on 426 4433. ACTIVITY HUB Are you at a loose end on a Tuesday morning? If so come along to Long Lane Church, off Mill Lane, Wavertree, 11am till 1pm. We have board games, crochet, knitting, card making, gardening and church maintenance (if you are handy). Refreshments provided £1. All welcome. For info call Helen on 07837 711178 BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others, discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, non-threatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy Liverpool South is a friendly support group for people with lung disease/ breathing difficulties. We usually meet the fourth Monday in the month at 1.30 pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR. For further information, please ring the British Lung Foundation Helpline on 03000 030 555 C.A.B. C.A.B. drop-in (10am to 12noon) Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church Buckingham Rd. L13 CHARITY TABLE SALE At the Bridge Centre Trust, every Saturday from 9am to 2.30pm (pitch available only £7). 2 Daneville Road, L4 9RG. Phone 0151 792 8711 CHRIST CHURCH CENTRE, SEDGEMOOR RD. Coffee morning in church centre, Tues 10am-12noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome. Call Helen on 0151 474 1444 for info. Connect ‘n’ Create. Come along for
company, a cuppa and a bit of craft or anything creative! All skills, all levels! Wednesdays 10am-12noon. Call Barbara 0151 226 2992 for more. CROXTETH HALL GARDEN SOCIETY We are a friendly group who meet in Croxteth Hall every 1st and 3rd Thursday evening of the month at 7.30pm. Annual membership is £10 which includes refreshments and raffle. If you’re interested in gardening why not join us. Please ring Jim or Pauline on 0151 928 5625 – visit our website www.croxteth.net CROXTETH RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION See our website for details. www.coresidents-association.co.uk COFFEE MORNING Wed between 10am – 11.30am young at hearts club every Thurs. 2pm – 4pm. Church of the Good Shepherd Community Rooms, Lover House Lane L11. 2SF. For info call Barbara, older persons community worker on 0151 226 2992. DEYSBROOK YOUNG AT HEART GROUP Meet every Friday 11.00 to 12.30 (except Bank Holidays) at the Deysbrook Village Centre, Deysbrook Way, Liverpool 12. There is a range of activities – creative as well as fun; occasional trips; enjoy a cuppa and a chat. All welcome. DEYSBROOK KNIT AND NATTER Meets at Deysbrook Village Centre on Mondays at 11.00. Beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. ECZEMA SUPPORT GROUP We are looking for new volunteers to assist with awareness/fundraising events. Contact Mike Birch. mike-birch@blueyonder.co.uk for info about our work. ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Stop Smoking Support Groups. Weekly: Cohen’s Chemist, Mon 11.30am – 12.45am. Old Swan One Stop Mon 1.30pm – 2.15pm. West Derby Millennium Centre Tue 5.30-6.45pm Yew tree CC Tue 9- 10.15 am and 3.30-4.45pm, Green Lane Pharmacy Tuebrook Sat 10-11.45am Excluding bank holidays (no appointment necessary) free support and access to Nicotine Replacement therapy & Champix Freephone 0800 195 2131 FIBROMATES – NORTH WEST FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP Meets every month. If you have fibromyalgia, or care for someone who has it, you are most welcome to join us. We are a very friendly group who meet once a month to support each other and share information about managing fibromyalgia. Please contact Anne Pritchard on 07912 084549. GUIDED WALKS Re-trace the rich tapestry of Liverpool’s colourful history. Admire stunning architecture and discover amazing hidden gems. Tours led by qualified guides. Email: citywalks@outlook.com LITTLE STEPS For preschool children and carers. St Christopher’s, Lorenzo Drive. Wednesdays 9.45am-11.15am Term time. No waiting list. No lower age limit. Just come along or call Sue 0151 226 2992. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS (NAWC) The NAWC meet at Lowlands in Haymans Green every Thursday between 2 and 4 pm. Come and enjoy a friendly afternoon. We enjoy guest speakers, outings, theatre trips amongst many other activities. Further details about other clubs in Liverpool contact – Pat Blair (0151) 228 0316 or
email patblair33@gmail.com. PARENT & TODDLERS FOR PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN Monday morning 9.15am – 11.15am during term time at Ebenezer Chapel, corner of Queens Drive and Stanley Park Ave. Come along for a warm welcome cup of tea and chat. Call Mrs Wright. 0151 256 5880 PARKINSON’S SOUTH LIVERPOOL GROUP We meet on the second Thursday of each month at Bridge Chapel Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR at 7.15pm. Come and join us for an informal chat and helpful advice regarding Parkinson’s with quest speakers. SCARISBRICK RESIDENTS Scarisbrick Residents and Tenants Association meet every second Tue of the month at Lemington Rd School Dinner Centre 6.30pm visit our website for info. www.scarisbrickresidents.info St James CE Mill Lane West Derby. The 5K Café is held every Thurs term time from 11am to 1.30pm. Lovely food and good company. Donations towards lunch appreciated. SMILE AND SING with MERSEY HARMONY Have fun, sing, and boost your skills. Come along to Merseyside’s only all-female barbershop chorus. Mersey Harmony performs at events and competes locally and nationally. Rehearsals every MONDAY, 19:15 – 22:00, Academy of St Nicholas, Horrocks Ave, L19 5NY. For details: Call Angela – 07947 142440 – www.merseyharmony. co.uk or check out our Facebook page. THE BRIDGE CENTRE The Bridge Centre old Bridge Inn Pub Broadway L4 9RG. FREE Counselling Service every Wed 10am till 3pm. To book an appointment call 07540177958 ask for Sue. Zumba Classes Tue 6.30pm till 7.30pm. Wed 9.30am till 10.30am. Chair Based Tia Chi Classes. Thurs. 10.30 till 11.30 only £2.50. Ballroom Classes Tue 1.30 till 2.30 pm £3. Tia Chi Classes Tue 11.30 till noon. THE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT & INFORMATION GROUP Informal meeting held on last Wed. in the month (except Dec) at Sunflowers Centre, 21 Aigburth Rd, L17 4JR. Separate meeting rooms available for partners and carers. For info 0151 726 8934 TUEBROOK HOPE CENTRE, BUCKINGHAM ROAD As a local community led charity we are keen to promote and host a range of health, leisure and social activities for neighbours of all ages. Monday mornings (9.30am): Yoga classes, Tuesday evenings (7-8pm): Tai Chi classes, Wednesday evenings (7-8pm): Drama Group for Adults. Thursday evenings (7-8pm): Mojo Theatre group for young people aged 11 to 16. Friday lunchtimes (12noon-1pm): ASPERGER CARERS GROUP Held on the first Monday of each month at Rathbone Hospital, Library Building, William House, Mill Lane, Liverpool L13 4AW. For info contact 07887 369550 or aspergerconnections@yahoo.co.uk ADULT DISABILITY ACTIVITY DAY Every Monday daytime from 11am to 3pm adult disability activity day; it includes DJ with karaoke, dancing, chair based exercise, bingo, play your cards right, full size snooker table, dart board, loads of prizes and much more. Free car park. At The New Derry Social Club, Mere Lane, Liverpool, L5 0QW.
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Terracotta Warriors land in Liverpool THE long-awaited Terracotta Warriors exhibition has finally been unveiled at the World Museum in Liverpool. Just in time to celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Dog, China’s First Emperor and the Terracotta Warriors is also part of celebrations to mark 10 years since
the city’s status as European Capital of Culture in 2008. Not only will visitors see some of the world’s greatest archaeological discoveries, but also experience a journey through China’s history. The Warriors will be on display until October 28.
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Doors open 6.30pm, great prizes and raffle. Under 16s must be accompanied. Contact Mrs Hayward if you need further details on 0151 541 9440.
Dixieland Jazz Concert THE Savoy Jazzmen are giving a concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday, March 6 between 2pm and 4pm. Bring your brollies and join in the Mardi Gras parade numbers or just come and listen.
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Scripts wanted for production THE Valley Theatre is looking for short original scripts from local writers for their summer production for Liverpool Fringe Festival. They need writers to create a modern take on a biblical story which should be between 10 and 25 minutes long, and with
only a few characters. The deadline is Monday, April 2 and all scripts should be submitted to tomm562002@yahoo.com The winning scripts will be performed on June 8 and 9 at the Valley Theatre in Netherley.
Free prize draw Two pairs of tickets to be won for The Salon REGAL Entertainments present Drew Quayle’s hilarious and critically acclaimed comedy play The Salon, coming to The Epstein Theatre from May 21 to 26. Featuring a stellar cast including TOWIE’s Harry Derbidge, Radio City’s Leanne Campbell, Rita, Sue and Bob Too! star Olivia Sloyan and Brookside and Benidorm’s Philip Olivier. Completing the cast is Brookside’s Sarah White and Emmerdale’s Peter Amory. For those that want perfect nails, a relaxing massage or a perfect perm then there are plenty of places to go, but for jealousy, bitchiness and gossip look no further than ‘Curl Up and Dye’. The average day at this Liverpool hair and beauty salon involves shouting, crying and singing, with the odd beauty treatment thrown in for good measure. Carol wants to find true love, Tia wants to be a pop star and Sheila just wants a toy boy.
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THE very first National Trust Ground Source Heat Pump in the North of England has been switched on in Speke Hall. As one of the first houses in Britain to install central heating back in 1985, the
Tudor mansion is once again leading the way in heating technology. Linking 19th and 21st century systems the original boiler which supplied heating and hot water to the Hall has been replaced with a
Ground Source Heat Pump. The pump works by absorbing energy from the soil and transferring it into the building to heat it. It is part of a renewable energy investment programme to move away from fossil fuels.
Women’s World Day of Prayer THE annual Women’s World Day of Prayer is being held on Friday, March 2. Churches Together in Mossley Hill are organising a service and it will be held at Bethel, Presbyterian Church of Wales, Heathfield Road (off Penny Lane), Liverpool, L18 0HX. Starting at 1.30pm, it will
finish at 2.30pm and will be followed by refreshments. Women’s World Day of Prayer is an interdenominational movement and is not simply a day of prayer for women, but for everyone who cares about our world and those who live in it. We will join an estimated
three million people around the world that day in a service which has been written this year by the women of Suriname in South America. For more information or to find a service nearer to you, email Janet dovedalebaptist@gmail.com or visit www.wwdp.org.uk
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‘Nurse Has Soul’ Celebrity interview – Tom Cotcher By Mary H
‘NURSE Has Soul’ is an autobiography from a Liverpool nurse. My story starts in 1961, the year I was born at home in a terraced house in Liverpool where my parents went on to have six children and we were a large Catholic family. My book tells about all aspects of my own life and life in the city; how we lived, including our family getting our first black and white TV and phone; my father worked in Blacklers and we always went to the grotto on the first day it opened; The Beatles and Cilla Black and the building of the Catholic Cathedral; family days out in Sefton Park and Otterspool and watching Concorde flying over the River Mersey; Glam Rock in the seventies and the Mersey Tunnel being built and the unforgettable summer of 1976 when ladybirds were everywhere; attending senior school run by Catholic nuns and the Silver Jubilee and all our celebrations. Training to be a nurse in 1979 when we trained in a hospital not in a university and staying in the same hospital until I retired aged 55; the Liverpool riots and how they effected the city; the sextuplets being born in a Liverpool hospital; our marriage and going on to have four children; the Hillsborough tragedy followed by the murder of Jamie Bulger; the Millennium
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celebrations in the city and our family buying their own static caravan in North Wales; the disappearance of Madeline McCann followed by the murder of Rhys Jones; the building of Alder Hey in the Park and the Queen coming to Liverpool to open it. My book is dedicated to Dementia UK and any funds raised will be donated to the charity as my mum and mother-in-law died while having the disorder. ‘Nurse Has Soul’ has been published in Liverpool and is available at £8 per copy (incl. post & packing) – please contact 07492 078191
Is laziness costing your firm money? A NEW report has found that the more physically active you are the cheaper you are to employ. According to the national transport charity Sustrans, sick days cost the average
UK company around £258 a day. With the average worker missing 4.5 days a year due to illness, those who cycle to work for example, miss a much lower 2.4 days.
This saves an estimated £500 every year for each cycling employee. Regular active commuting is also found to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by 11 per cent.
Calling all experienced carers HCL have joined with established partners Marie Curie to deliver the STARS Support End of Life Care Services across Liverpool. STARS (Support, Talk, Act, Review, Share) is an established end of life service for patients who have been identified as being in their final 12 weeks of life. There are full and part time vacancies available in North/Central Liverpool. Rates of pay £8.00 per hour depending on experience. Mileage Allowance. The service runs from 7am-10pm
All applicants must be qualified to Level 2 in Health & Social care and have a minimum of 1 year care experience
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SCOTTISH actor Tom Cotcher is probably best known for the role of DC Woods in ITV’s The Bill, which he played for four years. He is perhaps lesser known for his striking paintings, which have quickly acquired collectors around the world. Tom trained at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama between 1968 and 1971. From there he worked in repertory theatre in Dundee, Edinburgh and Cambridge. It was in the 1980s when he appeared in Taggart and Lovejoy. Then in 1992 he secured a major role as DC Alan Woods in The Bill. He became a regular on our screens almost every weekday night until 1996. “My acting career has been very steady,” says Glasgow born Tom (67). “Acting suits me really well because it has afforded me time to explore other areas of my creativity; namely my painting. “A few years ago I was invited to paint a picture to be auctioned for charity – ergo I purchased a box of acrylic paints, a couple of brushes and a small canvas, then for the first time since my schooldays I began to paint again and was hooked. “Within the year I had opened my own gallery called ArtEscape in
Brighton’s Kemptown Village.” Tom adds: “I always try and make whatever I do in life into a happy adventure and I’ve been lucky... most of the time! My pictures tell stories... it is up to the audience to decide what they are saying”. Tom is very happy to consider commissions. His television acting debut was as Lieutenant Paton in The Flight of the Heron in 1976. By 1982 he was Detective Sergeant Talbot in Roald Dahl’s Tales of the Unexpected. And in 1989 he was ADO Ferris in London’s Burning. So a pattern was developing of portraying respected public servants. Three years later he took the part of Robert Fraser in Lovejoy. In 1999 he was Stuart McAire in Dangerfield. The 2000s saw Tom appear in Holby City, EastEnders, Doctors, Law and Order, Bad Girls, Law & Order: UK, Doctors, River City and Monarch of
the Glen. Voiceover work is another of Tom’s fortes. He has been the narrator of the hugely popular Ice Road truckers on the History Channel for 10 years. He is also a book narrator for Ian Rankin’s Rebus, Val McDermid’s The Distant Echo and Iain Banks’ Raw Spirit. A talented man, Tom has had two children’s books published and his autobiography ‘I’m Clear, What’s It Like Up Your End?’ “When I’m not acting you can find me in my studio,” says Tom who for the past four years has exhibited with a well-known London gallery and enjoyed a good level of sales. “The Cube Gallery situated in the South Downs Heritage Centre Hassocks have invited me to be part of their Artists Open Houses Exhibition in May,” says Tom. Tom is married to the actress Cookie Weymouth, who has also starred on stage and screen and they have two sons.
How much junk food are you drinking? PUBLIC health bosses in Liverpool are using the ‘shock factor’ in a bid to reduce how much alcohol people are drinking. The ‘Drink Less Feel Good’ initiative focuses on calorie intake rather than the amount. It comes as a result of research which shows people find alcohol units confusing. Instead, hard-hitting images are being used to represent two pints of beer as the equivalent of 510 calories or two burgers, while another shows three large glasses of wine as the same as gorging on three doughnuts or 630 calories.
Cats of the month – Liz and Phil LIZ and Phil were discovered living in the garden of a derelict house and had apparently been there for a year. Liz is a beautiful and friendly black cat, around 14 years old, and loves you to chat to her. Then she purrs, and purrs, and purrs. And then goes back to sleep! The tabby, gorgeous boy, old Phil, has found a place in all our hearts. All this elderly chap wants is a warm lap, strokes
Liz and snuggles. If you know of anyone that could offer this grand boy a safe home where he can live out his days, please consider adopting him. He will offer unconditional love and companionship in return.
The most loving old gent, Phil, when he came in, was completely bewildered. He is deaf Old Phil with so would a helper. have to be a house-cat. We would consider allowing them to go to separate homes. Please call Garston Animal Rescue with adoption enquiries on 0151 494 0470 or 07745 167170.
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This picture “Just made it” was taken at 2017 British Squash Championships at the National Squash Centre in Manchester. The guy in blue is Nick Matthew OBE British number one and former world champion. He is certainly stretching his opponent to the limit!
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1. Who wrote The Pilgrim’s Progress? (a) John Bunyan (b) Geoffrey Chaucer (c) William Wordsworth? 2. Which of Shakespeare’s tragedies is set in Elsinore Castle? (a) Hamlet (b) Macbeth (c) Romeo and Juliet? 3. In what year was the first ever long-playing record (LP) released? (a) 1928 (b) 1938 (c) 1948? 4. Which one of the following Spanish cities is located in the Basque region? (a) Bilbao (b) Malaga (c) Valencia? 5. In what year was Liverpool formally granted city status? (a) 1680 (b) 1780 (c) 1880? 6. Which one of the following monarchs was the last to occupy the throne? (a) Charles II (b) Edward VI (c) Henry VII? 7. Which one of the following football fixtures is not a local ‘derby’ game? (a) Ajax v Feyenoord (b) Juventus v Torino (c) Real Betis v Sevilla? 8. The retina, iris and cornea are all found in which part of the body? (a) ear (b) eye (c) stomach? 9. How many players are there in a netball team? (a) six (b) seven (c) eight? 10. For any metal to be described as non-ferrous, what must it not contain? (a) copper (b) iron (c) lead?
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Down 1. Town which is “over the river” from the Pier Head (10) 2. Where the Grand National is held (7) 3. Prickly plants! (5) 4. Girl’s name: song title used by Bob Dylan, Fleetwood Mac, Starship (4) 5. Metal container used for storing food & liquids, etc. (3,3) 6. Ancient Sumerian city; birthplace of Abraham (2) 7. “Die ----------“ (translated: “The Bat”): Strauss opera (10) 11. Minerals/rocks (4) 14. Keen (5) 18. European Commission (1,1) 20. ---- Fitzgerald: Jazz singer, b.1917, d.1996 (4) 21. Be defeated; be deprived of (4) 25. Homer Simpson’s catch-phrase (3) 26. Brian ---: musician, original member of Roxy Music (3) 28. Audio-visual (abbrev.) (1,1) 30. District Attorney (1,1)
Music Quiz 1. Ringo Starr 2. The La’s 3. Frankie Goes to Hollywood (B-side of “Relax”) 4. Billy J Kramer 5. Photographs 6. Icicle Works 7. Holly Johnson 8. From Me To You 9. The Searchers 10. Echo & the Bunnymen
ACROSS 1. Black Stuff 8. IA 9. Air 10. Runcorn 12. Me 13 TT Race 15. Eerie 16. AA 17. Singer 19. Heel 22. ECM 23. El 24. Order 27. Alas 29. On 30. Du 31. Dave Thomas DOWN 1. Birkenhead 2. Aintree 3. Cacti 4. Sara 5. Tin can 6. Ur 7. Fledermaus 11. Ores 14. Eager 18. EC 20. Ella 21. Lose 25. Doh 26. Eno 28. AV 30. DA
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31. Everton winger, 1977-79: signed from QPR & transferred to Wolves (4,6)
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Across 1. “The Boys from the ----- -----“: Alan Bleasdale drama first shown on TV in 1982 (5,5) 8. Abbreviation for Iowa (US state) (2) 9. “Curved ---“: band who had the1971 hit single “Back Street Luv” (3) 10. Town which is “over the bridge” from Widnes (7) 12. “--, Myself, I”: 1980 Joan Armatrading chart single (2) 13. Annual motorcycling event in the Isle of Man (1,1,4) 15. Spooky, strange (5) 16. Automobile Association (1,1) 17. Vocalist (6) 19. Rear part of the foot, below the ankle (4) 22. European Common Market (1,1,1) 23. “--Greco”: Greek artist, b.1541, d. 1614 (2) 24. Request, book (e.g. in a restaurant) (5) 27. “---- Smith and Jones”: TV comedy series 1989-1998 (4) 29. “Up -- the Roof”: 1962 song by The Drifters (2) 30. Daphne -- Maurier: British author, b.1907, d.1989 (2)
1. Who released an album entitled ‘Liverpool 8’ in 2008? (a) Gerry Marsden (b) Paul McCartney (c) Ringo Starr? 2. Which Liverpool band had a 1991 chart hit with “There She Goes”? (a) The La’s (b) The Lightning Seeds (b) The Lotus Eaters? 3. “Ferry Cross The Mersey” was a 1964 hit for Gerry & The Pacemakers. Which other Merseyside band recorded it as the B-side of a 1980s hit single? (a) The Boo Radleys (b) Frankie Goes to Hollywood (c) OMD? 4. Bootle born singer, real name William Howard Ashton? (a) Elvis Costello (b) Billy Fury (c) Billy J Kramer? 5. Beatles lyrics: “In Penny Lane there is a barber showing……”: what? 6. Ian McNabb was the leader of which 80’s Liverpool band? (a) Flock of Seagulls (b) Pale Fountains (c) Icicle Works? 7. By what name is William Johnson (born Liverpool, 1960) better known? 8. What was the Beatles’ first no. 1 single? (a) From Me To You (b) Love Me Do (c) Please Please Me? 9. Which Liverpool group from the Merseybeat era took their name from a 1956 John Wayne film? (a) The Dakotas (b) The Escorts (c) The Searchers? 10. “The Killing Moon” was a Top 10 hit in 1984 and features prominently in the 2001 film Donnie Darko: which Liverpool band wrote and recorded it? (a) Cast (b) China Crisis (c) Echo & the Bunnymen? Competition Winners LILLY LINK P Varty L15 C Williamson L19 HOUND OF THE BASKERVILLES H. Carder, L12 M. Foy, L24 AFTERNOON TEA DANCE – ADELPHI T. Mcdaid, L19 V. Stuart, L14
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West Derby hockey – Ladies’ return to form A GREAT month for West Derby Ladies’ saw them record back to back wins for the first time this season. Though there is still work to do during the last two games of their season, the ladies are certainly leading the way in terms of form. The Men’s 1s have had a mixed return to league action during the opening months of the year registering two losses, a draw and a hard fought win against Crewe Vagrants 1’s which included a last minute winner that allowed West Derby to claim all three points.
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After a great start to the New Year for the Men’s 2s they have suffered four defeats in a row albeit during a tough run of games including the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed teams in the league. The 2s were also met with the news that their goalkeeper has decided to retire following a recurring injury that has kept him out for most of the season. The hunt is now on for his replacement! New members are always welcome at West Derby, no matter what level of experience there will be a place for you – get in touch now!
South return to the top By Jim Stanway
DESPITE failing to win their last league match, South Liverpool FC returned to the top of the West Cheshire League first division when a last gasp equaliser in the home game against Rainhill Town saw us move above the previous leaders Neston Nomads on goal difference. The match against Rainhill was in contrast to our previous meeting with them only three weeks previously which South had won comfortably. Despite taking an early lead through Alex Woodcock, South found themselves 4-2 down
at half-time. Substitute Niall McHale made all the difference, scoring two goals, the latter an absolute screamer in the final seconds. South can now concentrate on the league having been eliminated from the league cup in controversial circumstances at Upton AA in Chester. Both teams were down to 10 men early on but it was the sending off of full back Steve Kelly with 10 minutes to go that gave the home side the advantage and they got two goals – a goalmouth scramble and a penalty! South’s reserves have not
played for a month but are still in a good position in the second division with games in hand as their nearest rivals drop points The youth team has been able to play due to the use of a 3G pitch in Skelmersdale and a 4-2 win over nearest rivals Mossley Hill, with goals from Rob Lewis, Curtis Elias (2) and Michael Kielty, has produced a healthy lead at the top of the division. The team are still in three cup competitions with the semi-final of the Liverpool County FA Youth Cup next against league rivals Litherland Remyca.
Sefton Hockey – Women’s 5s attract a golden spectator By Jen Ratcliffe
ON A grey and drizzly January morning the last thing Women’s 5th team goalkeeper, Alex Walker, expected was to be inviting an Olympic gold medallist to watch their clash against league leaders, City of Liverpool HC. After answering a call on Twitter and seeing that the game fitted into the gap in her schedule, local Olympian Sam Quek agreed to come down and soak up some grassroots hockey. She arrived in time to see our Women’s 4th team succumb to a last gasp winner from Mossley Hill 1s, much to
the devastation of a team who had put in a stellar performance for the second week running. After plenty of selfies with our visitor the game got under way. The thought of a gold medallist watching obviously spurred the players on, especially our defenders who were defiant, composed and committed. Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, City of Liverpool were 3-0 up at half time. Cue the half time team talk from Sam herself! The words of encouragement clearly had a massive impact on the team; we were more threatening in attack and,
despite being bombarded with penalty corners, kept a clean sheet for the second half. Last time the two teams met the Women’s 5s were beaten 9-1 so it was great to see the development and improvement of players throughout the course of a season. Elsewhere in the club the Men’s 1s & Women’s 1s have a new home pitch at Liverpool Hope University and we are hopeful that it will be a strong partnership for both the club and the university. The Men’s 2s are still four points clear in their latest hot streak in NW Div 4 South, scoring 22 goals in four games.
Feel infallible in the new L200 Barbarian By Tim Saunders
THERE is one vehicle that allows its driver to feel infallible – the fifth generation Mitsubishi L200 Barbarian compact pick-up truck. Some frustrating challenges occur during my time with this off-roader. It’s delivered during our house move. It’s completion day and the fridge needs shifting and so do the mattresses. The big Barbarian is parked outside our front door at some ungodly hour to allow my wife Caroline and I to hoist the fridge into the back. It quickly becomes apparent that the Mitsubishi is not as user-friendly as the Nissan Navara, which I had been driving previously. The latter had various gizmos that could be adjusted depending on the load carried for straps or ropes to be tied through, making it a real joy to work with. Not so on the L200. We get there though and successfully move the fridge. One of our new neighbours helps me unload it. On my return to the old house the weather becomes a bit questionable but this doesn’t matter because while a truck is usually open at the back, this particular L200 has a nifty heavy duty plastic retracting and lockable Tourneau cover, providing complete protection from the elements. A definite one up on the Nissan Navara I tested that did not have such a fitting. On moving in we discover that the recycle bin hasn’t been collected. I toy with
complaining to the council but think better of it, instead deciding to shove it in the back of the Barbarian and take it to the tip to do the job myself. You can’t do that in a Ford Fiesta. Not long after uploading my video review to my video channel (which you can find at www.testdrives.biz) I was contacted by an American viewer, desperate to get hold of this particular model. Mitsubishi informed me that it is not available for sale in the USA but could be exported there. As with all vehicles of this type the raised ride height provides a great command of the road ahead; it is noticeably taller than many other SUVs and 4x4s. The suspension is hard which really highlights the increasingly poor state of Britain’s roads. A long journey would certainly shake them bones! In fact it makes driving on the road feel similar to offroading in some places. With its black leather interior, the driver’s seat is electrically adjustable.
Unlike Nissan’s Navara, the Mitsubishi’s six-speed manual gearbox is decisive and its cruise control is easy to operate. There’s a helpful reversing camera that makes parking this brute easy-peasy. Fuel economy stands at well under 30mpg during typical driving. The double cab allows for five occupants to be transported. Additionally, Mitsubishi has added some bling. Aside from the chrome on the grille and steps, open the rear doors and a nightclub neon blue light greets passengers; popular with daughters Harriett (5) and Heidi (3). “But what does Barbarian mean?” questions Heidi. “It’s a prehistoric man, you know a hunter-gatherer.” “Like you Daddy?” “Yes, like me.” Mitsubishi L200 Price: From £18,299 + VAT Top speed: 109mph 0-60mph: 14.6secs Power: 134bhp Economy: 27mpg Watch the videos at www.testdrives.biz
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Alder FC – Cup progress
Mick Roberts is pictured taking a crucial free-kick.
By Peter Harrison FINALLY, following a lull due to Christmas and postponed games, the season has got back on track with a number of games. The stand-out results for the month have been the George Mahon Cup games, starting with a 3-1 away victory against Waterloo Dock. Goalscorers on the day were Mick Andrews, Alex Gofton and Peter Moore. This was followed by a 4-1 victory against Old Xavs which was even more impressive due to a number of injuries. Kyle Mulby scored the opener but had to retire at half time due to injury. Mick Andrews added to the score sheet and Taylor Hill came off the bench with 10 minutes remaining and scored two, the second a
spectacular long range finish. The team are now through to the semifinals. However, league form saw a 6-2 league reversal against Waterloo Dock. Drawing 2-2 with 30
minutes remaining – courtesy of Mick Andrews and Peter Moore -– the team collapsed in the final third of the game to suffer only their second league defeat. League games continued with a 2-2
draw against AFC Liverpool Reserves. A slow start saw the team trailing 2-0, but a spirited come back saw Mick Roberts, with a rare headed goal, and Alex Gofton claim a point.