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6. hope & glory Line up
10. Emilia Clarke
12. Liverpool's newest art gallery
15. wildlife Exhibition
16. the Jacksons Interview
18. anthea turner
20. Summer holiday rivals christmas for divorce
22. a zest for life
24. Lifestyle goes to murcia
28. Claire Simmo
31. marco Pierre returns to Liverpool
32. mr Liverpool
34. what makes me happy
36. Royal Birkdale
41. Pete Price
44. Southport flower Show
50. Royzy Rothschild - timeline
51. welcome to world of Krysta
52. Brazilica festival
56. Craig Phillips
58. Business news
59. world war 1 hero
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61. Editors last word
The inaugural boutique festival HOpe & GlORY is taking over liverpool’s city centre this month and is hosting an array of live music and entertainment across the weekend of the 5th and 6th of August.
hoPE & gLoRy is a unique, artistically subversive event offering an edgy, sophisticated and surreal experience, marrying together the ideas and stylings of Charles darwin with tim Burton
following the news that the 70piece orchestra haÇIEnda CLaSSIÇaL will be closing the festival on Sunday, manchester band JamES have now been confirmed as the Saturday night headliners and will be joined on thE gREat EXhIBItIon StagE by Razorlight, the fratellis, Charlotte Church’s Late night Pop dungeon, the view, Embrace and many more.
newly added to the wondERS of thE agE StagE Starsailor will close Saturday nights mayhem with the likes of Lucy Spraggan, dave mcCabbe (zutons) with Ian Skelly (the Coral), the Seahorses lead singer Chris helme, the ordinary Boys and more playing throughout day
on Sunday, haçienda Classiçal will be joined by special guests Shaun Ryder and Bez from the happy mondays with tim Booth from JamES also now featuring, whilst ocean Colour Scene will also now
be playing thE gREat
EXhIBItIon StagE alongside tom Chaplin (Keane), Lightning Seeds and musical troubadours Public Service Broadcasting the twang will champion a day of new music with the Shimmer Band, the Blinders and others taking to the second stage, before the aforementioned haçienda Classiçal bring main stage proceedings to a rousing end
the festival is set behind St. george’s hall, in St John’s gardens and william Brown Street where 12,500 fans can enjoy the festival while indulging in the
stunning victorian backdrop of the world museum and City Library in a specially created arena – all within a few hundred yards walk of the main Lime Street train station
as a special treat for early-bird purchasers, the first 1,200 ticket buyers will have the option to attend an exclusive free gig the night before the festival starts. taking place in a secret location in Liverpool on friday 4 august, the exclusive gig will have big name acts performing; details of which will be revealed to the lucky ticket holders nearer to the event.
FULL LINE UP AND STAGE SPLITS
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THe GReAT eXHiBiTiOn sTAGe James Razorlight the fratellis
Charlotte Church's Late night Pop dungeon the view Embrace Badly drawn Boy Pigeon detectives the membranes and 25 Piece Choir Clay
WOnde Rs Of THe AGe sTAGe Starsailor Lucy Spraggan dave mccabe (the zutons) with Ian Skelly (the Coral) Chris helme (the Seahorses) the ordinary Boys abichan wild front haunt the wood the Jackobins
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GReAT eXHiBiTiOn sTAGe haçienda Classiçal with special guests Shaun Ryder & Bez (happy mondays) & tim Booth (James)
ocean Colour Scene tom Chaplin Lightning Seeds
Public Service Broadcasting Reverend & the makers zak abel
Clean Cut Kid Show hawk duo trampolene
WOnde Rs Of THe AGe sTAGe the twang the Shimmer Band the Blinders
Coquin migale vynce avalanche Party
Cabezudos glass mountain Indigo velvet the dantevilles
hoPE & gLoRy also features an abundance of entertainment across the site with Spoken word performances, magic shows, comedy and acoustic acts plus extravagant and outrageous side-shows and so much more fun for the whole family to enjoy. the changeover on stages will be occupied by ultimate Power and Propaganda dJs.
in THe lAdY GARden sTAGe featuring spectacular entertainment including football Legends charity darts match, Charlotte Church in conversation with renowned journalist Simon Price, Celebrity Charity arm wrestling, the victorian
acrobatic team, the Liverpool International air guitar Competition, harminder the Elephant, dinosaur Baby in the Pram, dance of the Lobsters and the woman who grew up Into a tree.
additionally, over the course of the weekend and throughout the festival site, there will be a foam Party, Prince albert’s Little Secret (Cocktail bar), mothers Ruin (gin bar), mr Edison's Electric Emporium, dr Johnson's Clandestine gathering, the hoop & Stick, darwin's Little darlings, Stephi La Reine’s fashionista hour and more
hoPE & gLoRy is an exciting addition to the uK’s festival scene, providing a quirky and fun weekend for all the family to watch, enjoy and discover some of the best talent in music and art, all within a unique and attractive location.
Tickets available from HopeAndGloryfestival.co.uk / eventbrite.com / seetickets.com
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The Liverpool-Chester Liverpool bike ride takes place 2 July and wirral cancer survivor heidi Crook will be joining the cycle route now in its 24th year, the LCL is a non-competitive bike ride which covers a range of distances from 5 miles to 100 miles, for all the family and abilities depending on the chosen route many riders start outside the Queensway tunnel in Liverpool, which offers a unique opportunity to ride approximately 2 5 miles through the tunnel under the river mersey, traffic free (courtesy of merseytravel) alternatively, riders can start from a lively event site at the Countess of Chester health Park for the 7th year running, the charity partner is Claire house Children’s hospice heidi, 42 sees health and fitness
as a very important part of her life, with yoga playing a key role in her lifestyle up cycling She said, "I got a road bike, and after a few wobbly moments I’m feeling more confident, at the end of the month I’ll be tackling the 50 mile route as part of the Liverpool Chester Liverpool Bike Ride
“when I’m cycling I don’t think about what I’ve been through or anything, I just feel normal, and that feels amazing. It gives me a sense of control. I spent months just eating and going in and out of hospital so being out on my bike is wonderful.
“there are so many beautiful roads to cycle around locally so I am really looking forward to getting out on my bike on the 2nd July ”
emilia Clarke s journey from a call-centre to contesting the throne in the mythical land of Westeros has made her one of the most recognisable females in the TV industry. As Game of Thrones’ seventh season aims to shatter even more records, will the determined figure of daenerys rise above the men and claim the kingdom for herself?
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t’s one thing to be offered a part in a major HBO series straight out of drama school –and another thing entirely to land one of the leading roles in the biggest television experience ever known. Yet this is exactly what happened to emilia Clarke when, in 2011, she was cast as daenerys Targaryen in Game of Thrones, despite having very little on-screen experience.
Since that point, Clarke has become synonymous with the recordbreaking show as the ivory-haired ‘mother of dragons’, even managing to pick up three Emmy nominations of her own – not bad for someone who, pre-thrones, was working a menial job at a “terrible” call-centre
“Sometimes it's difficult to for me to believe how lucky I've been,” explains the 30-year-old, “this series has given me the kind of role that every actress dreams of getting I never imagined that I would get a part on game of thrones much less get to play a major character Even when I was told that I was going to play daenerys, I had no idea it would turn out to be so important I was just happy to be able to earn a living doing what I love ”
nowadays, it’s increasingly difficult to remember a time before game of thrones had conquered the television industry. Since its inception, the show has swept aside all competition in a tsunami of insurmountable ratings, intrigue, shocking violence, and of course the oft-overused nudity that turned Clarke into an international sex symbol.
as the only female character with a solid claim to the Iron throne of westeros, Clarke’s daenerys must mix it with the very worst of the show’s macho machiavellians In turn, viewers have seen her character blossom over the course of seven breath-taking seasons into a determined role model for a generation of female thrones fans
“It's been a revelation for me to be able to grow with her and watch her transform from a girl into a woman, ” says Clarke, “She has great natural strength and selfassurance and I try to draw as much inspiration as I can from her will-power and determination in the face of great challenges ”
now that thrones’ penultimate season is set to hit screens any time soon, however, it’s time for Clarke to focus on where her career might take her when the battle for the Iron throne is finally concluded.
“I want to continue working in theatre because that helps me improve and I love performing in front of an audience,” she reveals “I would also like to do a musical at some point because I enjoy singing. I'm probably going to make my fair share of good and bad choices but fate and luck are all part of the game. I'm going to simply trust my instincts and see where that takes me. ”
But first there’s the small matter of the biggest season of telly that the world has ever seen
"Last season's battle was ridiculous," Clarke says "But this season is off the shizzy! there's another battle, but they’ve topped it again "
Sometimes it's difficult for me to believe how lucky I've been “ “
RENOWNED
FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER AND CONTEMPORARY ARTIST TO UNVEIL NEW COLLECTION AT LIVERPOOL’S NEWEST ART GALLERY
Acelebrated fashion photographer and contemporary artist will be making an appearance at Liverpool’s newest art gallery next month to unveil his latest collection.
Raphael mazzucco will be flying over from the united States to visit the new Castle fine art gallery on Church alley on friday 21st July between 6pm and 8pm.
alongside the exhibition of his Exposure collection, guests will be treated to live dancers and a bespoke cocktail designed exclusively for the event by arcane the body of work will then be on display until Sunday 30th July.
It marks the first event at the chic new gallery, which is Castle fine art’s first venture in the city and is just a stone’s throw away from Liverpool Central train station and Liverpool onE.
many months in the making, Exposure is a series of printed paintings capturing the female form It saw mazzucco collaborate with Canadian artist, oly Bernardi, to adopt an entirely new technique, transforming
a container into a dark room to process each image
mazzucco is one of the world’s most influential and talented fashion photographers after years spent honing his craft in Italy, france and amsterdam, his arrival in new york City garnered attention from some of fashion’s elite and saw him work on photographic campaigns for the likes of victoria’s Secret, guess Jeans, L’oreal and Ralph Lauren
his work has appeared in L’official, french & Italian vogue, L’uomo vogue, marie Claire, Playboy and vanity fair, featuring not only his editorial fashion photography but celebrity portraiture of notable actors including Benicio del toro, matt damon, Susan Sarandon and Elizabeth Banks
deciding to swap the camera for canvas over seven years ago, mazzucco’s arrival onto the art scene has been met with widespread critical acclaim, with damien hirst purchasing one of the artist’s collections for over $750,000
Speaking of his new collection,
Raphael mazzucco said: “I was inspired to start work on Exposure when I saw a boat loaded with shipping crates and had a vision to acquire one with old-style photography in mind
“I bought a 2000 square foot container and transformed it into a dark room for a process called ‘monoprints’ - the most painterly method among the printmaking techniques Seeing the print slowly emerge was incredibly nostalgic and rewarding ”
Prices start at £695 00 for limited edition prints and £6,950 00 for original artworks. visitors wishing to attend the event and meet the artist should contact the gallery team to be added to the guest list:
liverpool Gallery
Castle fine Art, liverpool 24 Church Alley liverpool, l1 3dd
T: 0151 3700 123
e: liverpool@castlefineart com
One of the world’s most acclaimed photographers, Raphael Mazzucco, will be making an appearance at the new gallery to launch his latest collection Exposure on Friday 21st July, 6-8pm. Mazzucco has created iconic imagery for the likes of Ralph Lauren, Vogue and Vanity Fair. Please contact the gallery if you would like to be added to the guest list for the evening.
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have you ever stood in front of a beautiful piece of art work and wondered how the artist managed to portray so accurately the subject
• how did they paint such fine lines?
• how did this exquisite sculpture emerge from a single piece of wood?
• how can graphite be used to capture detail, light and dark?
well, over 30 top class wildlife artists from all over the uK will be in residence at the exhibition, demonstrating and answering your questions all day at the Exhibition wildlife art these
WILDLIFE ART
HOW DO THEY DO THAT?
artists will have a stand to display and sell their work 35 other artists work will also be on show making this event a 'not-to-be' missed outing, especially if you enjoy the natural world and art.
Come and ask questions. why do you do this? how long does it take from the start to the finished piece. do you go out and study in the field, watch, sketch, photograph the subject, until a composition starts to emerge. now the hard work starts and many hours are then spent to produce the fantastic piece of work that you have admired. Every picture tells a story. the exhibition will be staged
at gordale garden Centre, Burton, wirral for three days –friday 28th, Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th July. Entry is free, so come to be overwhelmed, amazed and delighted by over 600 fantastic works of art! or you can visit the website and browse through all the works that are for sale and maybe invest in a piece that you will treasure for a lifetime 28th, 29th, 30th July Gordale Garden Centre Chester High Road south Wirral CH64 8Tf
Sparrows by Jeremy Paul
Colin woolf sketching in Scotland
You are celebrating your 50th anniversary as a group and your popularity never seems to wane and your fanbase continues to attract new, younger generations, why do you think that is?
yes we will be celebrating our anniversary as a group I think the music we recorded in the late sixties, early seventies was designed for a certain demography (kids from 10 to 14) that no other group was targeting. we were young kids and the music was family oriented, feel good music that happened to be appeal to all ages
What can people expect from The Jacksons in concert?
we’ve always strived to give 200%, give our fans our best an energetic show, with as many of our hits as we can fit within a 90 min show
With so many worldwide smash hits, does your setlist write itself?
no because you have to make them all work within your line up Placement is the key
What is the song from your catalogue that you all would agree is the best to perform live?
from each brother you may get a different answer, but for me Shake your Body (down to the
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ground). It is a song that gets the crowd going and takes them to another level of excitement.
Being in a group with your family can be a help or hindrance depending on the siblings, how have you found it after all this time?
from working together as kids we know no other way. of course we have our differences, but we have learned to agree to disagree
How did the dynamics change in the group after Michaels departure in the 80’s and how has his legacy influenced The Jacksons in this day and age? michael never left the group he did a solo project that was some of the best music ever and one of the biggest selling LP’s of all time. this was not a hinderance to the group because he is our sibling and the name Jackson was still being branded.
its fair to say you were part of the golden era of Motown, how was it being part of that recording family when everything that was released turned to gold?
yes one could say that motown had great writers and producers It was a hit factory.
There seems to be a long history between your family and the uK, have you a soft
spot for our green and pleasant land?
the uK has always been great to us, we always look forward to coming and performing there the fans are great and they know their music
We’re guessing you might never have been Haydock park (near liverpool and Manchester) and newmarket Racecourse (near Cambridge), but have you ever visited those towns near them over the years or seen much of the uK outside of london? not really, so it is great to get out some time when we can, we never had the chance to get out in some of the rural areas
Whats next after the 50th celebrations?
Chill out after 50 years and spend more time with family and venture into some other things Like, for example, getting my 'Study Peace' hat and clothing line up and going.
Can you feel it?
yes I can feel it. Can you?
anthea turner opens up about life after divorce to Lifestyle magazine and encourages people to work through marriage problems rather than walking out.
A N T H E A T U R N E R
as her self help book how to Survive divorce flies off the shelves in shops and is currently being reprinted due to demand, anthea spoke frankly about how she coped with the end of her 15 year marriage to grant Bovey and fear stopped her from leaving when she should have
“fear stops you doing a lot of things, it’s the fear of the unknown but choosing to get a divorce is not a cut and dry option. I would always encourage people to make it work
Every marriage is different Everyone deserves a second chance but not necessarily a third chance Every marriage is fraught with difficulties and you have to think about saving it before you decide to end it ” She absolutely encourages people to try and sort out their differences though. She added, “Statistically there are more divorced people who wish they had worked harder to make it work and I would say don’t give up so easily that’s not necessarily giving your partner a hall pass to do whatever they want but think about it as the other side is a lot harder. think about can you save it? you try not to live with regret, you don’t want to live with regret ”
“It’s a lot easier for people to walk out a marriage now, in previous decades there was a lot of stigma and women
stayed with abusive men and it was terrible for them. Some stayed in bad marriages because they were tied to a mortgage or because of other financial grounds, or children, or social stigma, but that’s not there any more But that’s not a reason to stay “ anthea encourages people to seek mediation and she thanks donna Robinson for working with her through her divorce.
anthea said, “Professional advice is always best, it’s important to speak to therapists and people who aren’t emotionally involved friends are necessarily objective, you need to be able to speak to someone impartial who can tell you if you overreacted to something or if you need to do something. there’s no point talking to a solicitor either because they are a business and as soon as you all into their office they start the clock your solicitor isn’t interested in whether your husband went shopping with your daughter and bought the wrong school shoes, ultimately the money coming out of the pot for this is your and his.the right mediation can save you a lot of money in the longterm. men are wired differently as well, they don’t like to talk about things and you have to accept who you are dealing with whatever it takes to get them to the table try to do it because ultimately the pot is his and yours “
She recommends a group called amicable where people can get an amicable divorce and share the same solicitor It is important not to debate money because it can be awful But having survived divorces she is positive for the future
“ I am in a good place, “ the ex Blue Peter and gmtv presenter said “I am stronger now I was very frightened as to what would I be like and what would I find on the other side of divorce and it wasn’t good to think about it But I am standing stronger in my own shows and I am
Interview with amanda moss
feeling more powerful and starting to move on of course there have been duvet days and the drawing of sorrows in a glass of wine. that’s ok in moderation but I am fit and healthy, I needed to keep my mind alert to deal with the situation ” “women become co dependent in a marriage and that isn’t a terrible thing because that is what marriage is all about, but when it falls apart I had to make myself better than better I had to disassemble and then reassemble and come out stronger. People don’t like to use words for strong and powerful women but that is what it was about " anthea is still very much in demand in her successful career, filming for Channel 5 and doing some pieces for antiques Roadshow when
we set up the interview anthea gave me her number and we missed each other’s calls a few times when we did speak she was full of genuine warmth and it was like charing to a friend. She really wanted to help and I strongly recommend reading her book if it is relevant to you
anthea is 57 but looks years younger and we chatted about her beauty routine She said, “I think it’s 75% genetic and 25% work I am not into jumping about the place for exercise so I prefer pilates and yoga to work out of course there is more effort required as you get older but we all know what we need to do, don’t we Reaching for a banana rather than a mars bar, everything in moderation and keeping yourself hydrated and I
always use skin products that are scientific because science works take your vitamins, a, C and E, stay out of the sun and no one wants to look mahogany any more. and use coconut oil Lashings of it ”
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I’m in a good place “ “
C H R I S T M A S F O R D I V O R C E
The stress of some families going on holiday leads to a spike in divorce and more relationships then ever hit the rocks at this time of year as people are forced to spend more time together People also tend to feel more hopeful about going on holiday and using it as an attempt to mend a relationship. they use it as anticipation for an opportunity or new beginning however rising expectations mirror crippling disappointments felt by couples whose holidays don’t live up to their expectations and emotionally charged gathering.
1 have a plan this may sound obvious but many families don’t have a plan other than the holiday time they have booked off together. they think “something will happen” and when it doesn’t this can cause tension. But having allan really helps as it can bring people together thinning about what’s best for the children and the two of them have a day trip out if you aren’t planning on going on proper holiday.
2 get the children involved Children are far smarter than some people give them credit for. discuss the plan; what you all want to do, where you want to go, what activities you want to do.
3 Set a budget and stick to it.
4 give all family members some responsibilities.
5 make time for each other on holiday, even if it is just round the table at dinner one night a week.
A ZEST FOR LIFE
healthy ways to stay young-atheart with women ’ s health expert, dr Louise newson
Get out in the fresh air! getting outside and enjoying a brisk walk is one of the most effective natural energisershelping to boost circulation, increase feel-good endorphins, and strengthen bones and muscles a recent study from the university of Essex found that those who went for a 1520 walk in nature at lunchtime could also relax more easily at night, which improved the quality of their sleep the benefits don’t stop there either, walking has also been shown to benefit our brain health – with studies showing that walking 6 miles or more per week can help prevent dementia and preserve memory
Banish unnecessary stress having too much on our plate can leave us feeling drained and anxious so it’s important to create a balance. take 10
minutes to reflect on the things you find stressful in life, and think about ways to limit them or get rid of them altogether! uncluttering your mind before bed at night can also aid a better night’s sleep and reduce anxious feelings, so give yourself time to think about the things in your daily routine that are important to
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we’re all still kids at heart with the same need for love, laughter and excitement but sometimes it’s easy to lose sight of this and get wrapped up in routine and work It’s never been easier to stay in touch with family and friends, and doing so can actually be good for your health. Research shows that interacting with others boosts feelings of wellness and lowers your risk of depression, so why not make time to rekindle the camaraderie of old friends, engineer a few belly laughs and let your hair down?
ust a two and a half hour flight away and you can be basking in the mediterranean Spanish sunshine which is present for 315 days of the year my flight was at 7am and by lunchtime I was kayacking in the beautiful bay the sea was at a perfect 22 degrees and the water was clear so I could see the fish skimming my feet as I enjoyed a gastronomic delight of fresh salad, olive oil and seafood overlooking the calm beach where families relaxed
Cartagena was my first port of call this naval station is home to one of the biggest and most impressive roman ruin sites I have ever seen, notably the 2000 year old Roman theatre museum which seated 6000 people and was discovered under a series of buildings and lovingly restored the original columns of the theatre are still standing and you can walk right into the theatre. a short walk away is the district of the Roman forum molinete It is one of the largest urban archeological remains in Spain and is made up of an entire roman village discovered under the street here you can find original rooms including spa, a town square,
LIFESTYLE MAGAZINE WAS INVITED TO THE MURCIA REGION OF SOUTHERN SPAIN TO DISCOVER SOME REAL TREASURES
words by amanda moss
banqueting hall and the original sewage and thermal heating system. It is a fascinating insight into how the Romans lived and well worth exploring Just take comfortable shoes as there are a lot of steps and uneven pathways as you would expect.
Cartagena is a naval city and the navy hold a ceremony, a bit like changing of the guard, every morning in the port It’s a great tourist attraction and the venue is a favourite stop of for cruise ships Elsewhere in the city is a large square filled with cafes to cool down with a drink and a sprinkling of just enough shops to pass away a leisurely afternoon. Everywhere is accessible by foot which makes it a perfect day trip if you are staying in a busier resort on the Costas and want to escape I definitely recommend it. half an hour’s drive away is the clear water sea of mazarron and the resting place of many shipwrecks this was where I experienced my first scuba dive whilst I consider myself to be a good swimmer I was still terrified of diving to shallow depths of just 8 metres. But the experienced (and rather good looking) instructor
held my hand all the way to the ocean floor and I my eyes were opened to a whole new world. It was incredible, one of the best experiences ever and while our group dived there was also time to swim from the boat to the little shore and enjoy some sunbathing in a secluded alcove the waters here boasts some of the clearest and most significant dives in the whole of Europe It’s worth a weekend getaway to come just for this, and scuba diving lessons are available for anyone aged 12 years upwards my next visit was along the coast to the sleepy town of aguilas on the Costa Calida with some of the best beaches on this side of Spain there’s a small harbour which houses the daily fish market and the town is also the proud home of the annual Carnival de aguilas which even has its own statue to commemorate it. this area has its own microclimate with warm breezes all year round which makes it a comfortable environment all year round to carry out all the activities on offer. one of the highlights of this trip was a visit to Casa de Lorca which is one of the most important monuments in the region of murcia this fortress housed an entire village including a 15th century Jewish quarter and one of
the oldest synagogues in Spain that was not converted into a Christian temple there is a boutique hotel attached to the castle which is 600 feet above sea level and has some breathtaking views across the valley my final stop off was at Caravaca de la Cruz this beautiful little town is dominated by the medieval Castle of Santa Cruz and is the fifth holy city of Catholic Christianity, having been granted the privilege to celebrate the jubilee of perpetuity in 1998 and then every 7 years. whilst we were visiting we were overrun by a coach load of pilgrims anxious to get inside and feel the energy within this imposing, elegant structure. It’s a very rustic town with lots of pretty little walkways and was definitely a highlight of my trip as I saw a side of Spain I had never experienced before
murcia is a vibrant cosmopolitan city separated by a river. there are endless shops, restaurants and cafes but it is the rich history of the region and this city that is its selling point there is a great deal of moorish influence in the city, not least of all the impressive city walls after the reconquest, the 20 mosques in the city were turned into churches the Cathedral is the most highly prized building in the city the first foundation stone was laid in 1388 by Bishop Pedrosa. It took four centuries to complete there are so many different styles and cultures within, including 23 different chapels
In short murcia region is a rich source of culture and traditions that makes this year so very special Spain has always been a popular destination because of its close proximity to the uK and the wonderful warm climate. It’s close enough to alicante and La manga and the densely popular coastal resorts in between that are frequented by us Brits Part of me does not want to recommend a visit to this beautiful unspoilt region for fear of it becoming overrun with beer guzzling loud tourists, yet at the same time I can’t stress enough how wonderful this place is to visit and see a slice of Spainish culture and history
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RADIO & TV PRESENTER, SINGLE MUM & SOCIALITE
CLAIRE SIMMO
cannot believe another month has flown by and the time has come to write my next article for Lifetsyle magazine! I was actually quite proud and pleased to pick up my first copy last month, with my first ever column, and excitedly showed my 11 year old melodie, thinking that my children would eventually take me seriously, only to find her sniggering at the description of me being a Radio & tv Presenter, Socialite & SIngLE mum … "Look" she cried as she laughed uncontrollably "Even Lifestyle point out you haven't got a boyfriend!" It’s a good job I don't take myself seriously isn't it?
well, its been a strange old month, with the snap electioncan I ask what happened to the days of no one discussing who they vote for, and it being your own private affair, I'm all for freedom of speech, but felt rather bombarded with others views and how you should vote on social media. It was rather ironic I had to cover the breakfast show Solo on Radio City 2 on the morning after the
election - given that I know the least about politics than anyone else in the tower! the tragic events in manchester which of course shocked us all - too close for comfort, we all know we have been to gigs with our children there, and quite easily know it could have been any one of us. I can honestly say - after almost 20 years in radio, I have never done a show that felt like I was in a daze - both Rossie and myself sat in silence whilst the songs played in a state of shock - the usual frivolity and mickey taking, just didn’t seem appropriate. Every time I thought of every child, parent, brother, sister at that ariana grande gig - tears rolled down my cheeks, and wow how that young girl has conducted herself since that dreadful nightwe could all learn a lesson from her. I'm a great believer in focusing in the positive things in life and she certainly did that and showed how the world can be a better place and there are still good people left in it. most people I knew were a little wary of public events in the days following the manchester bombingbut typical Simmo style had a weekend diary packed full of work which I had already committed too. thursday evening was Sound City where myself and my friend Patrick mcBride (you may know him as the new milk tray man) were reviewing the human League. there was a minutes silence before they took to the stage - and on that warm night in Clarence dock - you could have
heard a pin drop then I felt like I'd been transported back to the 80's as they belted out hits like "don't you want me" "fascination" and "together in Electric dreams" friday evening was the rescheduled gig for take that at the Echo arena which had been postponed on the tuesday as a mark of respect for the families. I was hosting the box for Radio City and once again gary Barlow delivered a heartfelt speech about how we must unite together and not be afraid. I was the perfect host until the boys arrived on stage and then was back into my "Ever forget" and "Pray" dance routines and became oblivious to everyone else around me!
the weekend finished with hosting the Rock n Roll marathon - which is the fourth year I've hosted this and its an incredible event, so much fun and so many inspirational storiesincluding that of zach washington who completed the half marathonwho was told after the Bestival bus crash he would never walk again, no one should understimate the power of a Scouser! one thing I must mention is that the whole of the weekend, the presence and work of merseyside Police was just outstanding - making everyone feel at ease whilst being totally in control of every situation, reassuring members of the public who were apprehensive... I have never felt safer, or more proud of this city.
Sum r Party Night
On arrival….
Extend your summer Bank Holiday and enjoy a memorable party night aboard Boudicca on Monday 28th August 2017
After meeting Boudicca on the Mersey you’ll have time to acquaint yourself with your accommodation for the night, as well as all of the facilities on board the ship. Perhaps take a dip in the pool and Jacuzzis; relax in the late-summer sunshine on deck; or indulge with a treatment at the Atlantis Spa*
Your evening on board…
A feast of fun, food and fantastic entertainment, your evening on board Boudicca will be one to remember.
After getting dressed-to-impress, you can begin your night at the bar with a glass or two of your favourite pre-dinner tipple, before sitting down to a sumptuous five-course à la carte meal. The party will then well and truly begin, with live Liverpudlian-themed entertainment from the hilarious Stan Boardman
– Liverpool’s iconic TV comedian –and world-famous tribute band ‘The Backbeat Beatles’ for you to enjoy.
Further live music performances and a late-night DJ are sure to keep you dancing into the early hours.
After all the excitement you can retire to your comfortable and spacious room for a restful night’s sleep.
The morning after…
A relaxing morning on board follows all the festivities of your unforgettable night. Treat yourself to a hearty full English, or a continental breakfast with a wide selection of pastries, cereals and fruits.
You’ll be sure to start the day in the right way before you disembark. Whether you choose to enjoy this experience as a couple, with family and friends, or in a group, this will be a night to remember.
28th August 2017
Liverpool Cruise Terminal
Over 18’s only
Room type Price from Superior room £129pp
Balcony room £149pp
Suite £159pp
Gratuities are chargeable at £4 per person, in addition to the above prices
There’s so much included in the price of your stay…
• Five-course à la carte waiter service dinner
• All evening entertainment
• Late-night snacks
• Overnight accommodation in an air-conditioned, en-suite room
• Full English & Continental Breakfast
MARCO PIERRE WHITE RETURNS TO HIS LIVERPOOL RESTAURANT TO SUPPORT INCUBABIES AND RAISES
£9,400
he godfather of modern cooking - marco Pierre white - made a welcome return to his beloved Liverpool Steakhouse Bar and grill restaurant last week to host an exclusive charity dinner event.
the most influential and creative chef of our generation managed to help raise a grand total of £9,400 for the IncuBabies campaign - a new charity, which has been set up to help form a new extension on the intensive care baby unit in the women ’ s and children’s neonatal unit, located in arrowe Park hospital on the wirral
ticket-holders also had the opportunity to meet the man himself, and receive a copy of his latest book –Essentially marco – personally autographed
Marco pierre White said:
“after hearing about the challenges that are being faced at arrowe Park hospital, I knew the steakhouse would want to get behind them and do its bit to help. It was a pleasure to meet the inspiring women behind the campaign on the night and I am over the moon that so much money was raised ”
Mandy Molby, fundraiser for the incuBabies campaign, said:
“we are thrilled at how much money was raised on the night for such an important cause – and we have to thank marco and the amazing team at the restaurant for hosting such a great evening. for marco to support the IncuBabies charity is simply amazing. he spoke to every single guest on the evening and he could not have given us more of his time after meeting him on the night I was personally touched by his compassion and enthusiasm for the work IncuBabies carries out I know marco will be now be a close friend to the charity.”
guests on the evening enjoyed a mouthwatering three-course dinner, including french onion soup, fish curry and banana and caramel mess.
Mark Tasker, general manager at Hotel indigo, added:
“It is always a pleasure to welcome marco back to his steakhouse here in Liverpool and with him, he always brings a great buzz of excitement to all of our staff and guests marco helped raise an amazing £9,400 for the IncuBabies charity - which is just brilliant we know that this money is going towards a very worthwhile campaign that helps to save little lives. we are so happy to support this cause. ”
marco Pierre white Steakhouse Bar & grill is the focal point of hotel Indigo Liverpool, offering guests an affordable yet glamorous culinary experience. as the first British chef to be awarded with three michelin stars, marco Pierre white is a name synonymous with quality and finesse and it is these characteristics that will shape and define guests’ eating experience at hotel Indigo Liverpool
hotel Indigo Liverpool and marco Pierre white Steakhouse Liverpool 10 Chapel Street, Liverpool, L3 9ag T: 0151 559 0111
(l to R) Carol Clare, Mandy Molby, Clare Gallagher, Trudy Brooks and Jayne dixon
THOMAS KHAN
HEAD SPORTS INJURY THERAPIST AT LIVERPOOL SPORT CLINIC CHATS TO LIFESTYLE ABOUT BEING CROWNED MR LIVERPOOL 2017
so how were you scouted for Mr liverpool?
I was working at the Liverpool rock n roll marathon providing complementary treatments and injury advice when I got approached and asked if it would be something I would consider, having never been asked the question nor being involved with any of this before was pretty overwhelming So the Liverpool scout, for miss Liverpool and mr Liverpool, scouted me
What were your initial thoughts when you were scouted?
my initial thoughts were I was shocked and I was overwhelmed because nothing like this had happened to myself before so it was a little daunting. But then I embraced
it and thought to myself im being noticed for being myself and my personality came across to the scout who is Pat hughes from that moment it has given me confidence and embracement in this particular field
Have you ever modelled before?
with this particular competition it is not solely based on looks it is how you are as a person and how you come across and what you are like as a person the modeling is just an aspect so it has to be noted that it isn’t just modeling it how people are in public how they condone themselves how they act and what they do for communities and charities Before this I had never modeled before but after doing three shoots now its becoming normal and more comfortable.
do you think this title will encourage you to explore modelling further?
I think yes this will encourage me to explore the modeling field further and look at different avenues in modeling to potentially explore and look into doing different types
Has winning the title opened up any opportunities for you?
at the moment becoming mr Liverpool has and is giving me the opportunity to attend events and talk to people about the short journey and to talk about what it is but also get to know them on a more personal level. I believe over the course of the next
few years yes it will open up more and more opportunities for myself.
What do your friends and family think of you winning? at the beginning they all laughed and ribbed me had a good laugh and torment but now I think they are overwhelmed and really happy for me they want all the best and will support me through my journey. they are so supportive of me winning the mr Liverpool competition and just want the best for me next month when I compete on the national stage for the coveted mr. England title which if won represents England on the national scale. So again they are supporting me through this time which is all I want and need.
How do you keep fit?
I keep fit by running 5mornings a week, which includes long distance running, as well as hIIt circuits and tabata training with sprints as well as going to the gym 6days per week, usually after work at night
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Bodybuilder Ronnie Orr
tells Lifestyle what makes me happy
When did you start bodybuilding and why?
It all started in 2000 and I haven’t looked back since I'd had a lengthy football career playing till I was 42 when the legs went so I wanted to keep myself in shape so I tried playing golf for a couple of years and did ok but found it wasn't enough to satisfy my overall fitness levels , so I join a leisure gym but found that this wasn't was I was looking for then I joined Billy jones gym21 in
Kensington and I've never regretted it Billy had been my mentor (mr universe 1996) we both planned how I trained what I'd eat and when with one goal in mind to step on stage with the elite of bodybuilding and that's what I've managed to achieve with two top placing at the uKBff mr Britain
What diet do you have to follow when you are training?
It’s very regimented but I have 8 eggs for breakfast (6 yolks and 2 egg whites). for lunch I have fish and vegetables and potatoes, mid afternoon I refuel with a protein shake and for dinner I have white fish and rice with greens I am very disciplined, you have to be when you are competing when I'm focused and have a goal in mind , i.e. a competition my training is very much the number one priority I plan every session what I do the weight I lift and the sets I'm required this is planned to last 18 weeks and it's total focus in each session at the end of every week it's time to monitor the progress by way of a mirror session with Billy I'm stood in a 360 degree mirror room so nothing gets missed every body part is under scrutiny and at the end of the viewing we agree the next week’s focus I enjoy the period of seeing my body change completely over 18 weeks in readiness for being stage ready
tell us the background to your Bodybuilding competitions
I have won many regional awards and came 5th most recently in mr Britain finals Each day I have to train two different body parts I am in the gym every day in the lead up to an event
What opportunities has it created?
It has opened up for me in many ways not only getting fit and training my body for competitions but ask compering major body building shows. Just recently in the past few months I have been hired to present for naPa tv via live streaming to 115 countries worldwide you get to meet so many people along the journey and I have learned a lot about myself too, I appreciate every day of my life.
What are your plans for the future?
I am actually taking some time off as in the last year I took part in five shows, winning three I came third in another and eighth in Britain which was a fantastic achievement and I am very proud So I will be competing again in 2018. But as for this year, I shall be spending time with my family.
Why does it make you happy?
It focuses me on being healthy which makes me feel good I don’t drink or smoke so this is my addiction It makes me feel grateful for each day, for living clean and eating clean and training hard keeps your focused on success in all aspects of my life.
I am in the gym every day in the lead up to an event “ “
R O Y A L B I R K D A L E
the 146th open at Royal Birkdale has something for everyone – and you can be there to cheer on local hero tommy fleetwood as he aims to become the first Englishman to lift the coveted Claret Jug in 25 years
the world’s top golfers descend upon the north west later this month to compete for the honour of becoming Champion golfer of the year to do so, they will have to master one of the most challenging courses on the open rota
fleetwood, fresh from his fourthplaced finish at the uS open at Erin hills, will be a favourite among the galleries having honed his skills as a youngster on the famous course
“my dad walks the dog past Royal Birkdale every day and when I was seven or eight we used to sneak on and hit a few shots when nobody was looking,” he said, in anticipation of his tilt on home soil “you simply cannot get a tournament closer to home, and on top of that - it’s the open ”
the Southport native will be just one of a host of attractions on and off the course the open caters for all ages and budgets and with the R&a continuing with the hugely popular Kids go free initiative for all children under-16, Royal Birkdale will provide fun for all the family
whether you ’ re a golfing fanatic or eager to experience it for the first time, a variety of ticket options are available. weekly tickets (from £255 for adults and £155 for youths between 16 and 24) provide a full week’s access to the course, including every practice day and all four
Championship days
day tickets are available from just £10 for practice days and £75 for Championship days for adults, while the popular twilight ticket will also be available for £25 for those wishing to watch the drama unfold from 4pm onwards on thursday and friday Championship days
Plus, if you book your youth ticket, you can secure the option to stay at the open Camping village for free (subject to availability). adult ticket holders can camp for £40 per person per night with junior ticket holders also eligible to stay for free with an accompanying adult ticket holder
the site includes two, four and six person tents that are already pitched and ready for campers, plus inflatable camp beds for each guest
unique hospitality experiences will also be available throughout, from the Claret Jug Pavilion overlooking the 1st tee, including a complimentary champagne bar and four course a la carte lunch with private tables and decking areas, to the hillside Clubhouse, where you can enjoy a day hosted by football legend Kenny dalglish.
visit theopen com/hospitality for more information.
the village also caters for the spectrum of culinary tastes, from traditional fish and chip shops and gourmet burger bars, to wood fired pizzerias and handmade sausage-roll shops the open arms will also offer refreshment after a day of following your heroes’ fortunes
there are plenty of activities for kids in the Spectator village, including the open Swingzone, Soft Play area, and the Links Challenge putting zone the
autograph zone also gives a unique chance to get up close with the world’s best players
Experience the open at Royal Birkdale for yourself It’s the one they all want to win and the one you just can’t miss. visit theopen.com for full details
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well, finally we ’ ve got a new government! Let’s see how they do, I have never experienced anything like the vileness on social media with the build up to the general election that has just gone we’re living in worrying times, so let’s make the most of each day, here endeth my sermon!
pete price, 'late night City' sunday - Thursday 10pm to 1am Radio City 2 & Radio City Talk.
liVe RpOOl's BiGGesT sTAR
peTe pRiCe ..... Inducted into 'the Radio academy hall of fame' 2014
1 amanda holden; she has certainly made a stir on this year ’ s Britain’s got talent her gowns were outrageous! But I do love her; I went recently to see her on the west End in Stepping out, she stole the show!
2 Lizard; it’s getting really silly being arrested by the police for merely being a shape-shifting lizard! the whole story is travelling the world now! from new zealand over to africa, even Singapore! when will it end?
3 Sister Sledge; I was very privileged to meet all the girls who I love so much ‘we are family’ was a disco classic, it’s so sad the founding member Joni Sledge has passed away recently I saw one of their last performances together, and I will never forget it
4. tattoo; I am in a state of shock. Knowing somebody has had this emblazoned on their arm! I walk around Liverpool sheepishly looking at people wondering if it could be them! when I work in clubs the doormen don’t have bag searches anymore, they’re too busy looking for the tattoo!
5 tony Bellew; a local lad and a world Boxing Champion! and a lovely human being to boot! with a passion and a sense of humour, it’s a delight to know him
6 travel; Is there any way better to travel? this is an experience I’ll never forget; a bar on an aeroplane! first Class with Emirates, and you can use your mobile phone! I didn’t want this flight to end! 2 4 3 6 5
liverpool has unveiled ambitious plans to host a bold 2022 Commonwealth Games that will speed up the transformation of its world famous waterfront and leave a lasting legacy for communities across the city and region.
Central to Liverpool’s unique bid to stage the games is the riverside regeneration of the Bramley-moore dock – just two miles north of the city centre – which would be home to Everton football Club’s new stadium
as part of Liverpool’s transformational plan, which is predicted to accelerate £1bn of investment up to 10 years ahead of schedule and create more than 12,000 jobs, the city is also proposing to host:
a key element of Liverpool’s mould-breaking plan is to host the athletes village beside Everton fC’s new stadium in nelson dock, within Peel Land and Property’s
£5 5bn Liverpool waters scheme –residential developments that already have outline planning permission meaning construction could start in the first half of 2018
Its official bid website: www liverpoolCg22 org has a call to action for the public to back the bid via social media with the hashtag #IamLiverpool202
Steve Parry, three times Commonwealth games medallist and Liverpool 2022 Bid ambassador,said: “having competed at three Commonwealth games I know what a special event it is and that Liverpool, my home city, would be the perfect host the plans to create a pool in the city centre
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docks are an absolute knockout and a world first for swimming It will place swimming at the heart of the games experience and provides a swimming legacy that would be a must-see visitor attraction these games would be a great springboard for Liverpool ”
the total cost of hosting the Liverpool 2022 Commonwealth games is anticipated to be in the region of £672 million, with £547 million expected to come from the public sector Liverpool City Council will contribute a quarter of this [£137 million] from its “invest to earn ” strategy and existing resources as well as through various income steams raised from the games
once of the most unique settings for a game of golf Play 9 holes and have a taste of the challenging distance that the grand national horses experience during the world’s greatest steeplechase.
THE SOUTHPORT FLOWER SHOW, AUGUST 17-20TH AT VICTORIA PARK
Beebies performers Justin fletcher and mr Bloom are to bring family fun to the floral displays at this year's Southport flower Show, partnered by Everest
the children's tv favourites have been confirmed in the line-up for this year's show, which runs over four days in august.
Kids go free at the Southport flower Show, which has been a fixture in the summer calendar at the seaside resort for over 80 years, and younger visitors are in for a treat at the 2017 show
Justin fletcher stars on CBeebies as mr tumble in Something Special and also features as himself in
Justin's house he will headline the family show on Saturday 19th august.
mr Bloom is played by performer Ben faulks in the CBeebies show mr Bloom's nursery and returns to Southport on Sunday 20th august after entertaining audiences at last year's show
Justin fletcher said; "this will be my first visit to the Southport flower Show and I am really looking forward to it! It's such a marvellous event to be part of and I hope to see you all there! Come on down to the Celebrity theatre we'll be singing, dancing and having lots of fun!"
Justin and Ben will appear in the Celebrity theatre partnered by Everest home Improvements, in the grand floral marquee.
there is a packed programme of attractions and events for all the family including dog displays and horseback performers
In previous years, the food village and demonstration kitchen has featured high profile celebrity chefs and famous names from the world of gardening are on hand every year to share their expertise with visitors. this year Christine walkden, Carol Klein, david domoney, matthew wilson and Professor Stefan Buczacki will offer their tips and advice.
tv presenter and professional ‘upcycler’ max mcmurdo will also share his unique design talents with visitors
max starred in 'how to Live mortgage free with Sarah Beeney' on Channel 4, and will park up in his mobile workshop inside a converted double decker bus to show guests how they can turn household junk into quirky home treasures
the theme for this year's show is the 'Curious garden' with organisers aiming to showcase the sense of wonder and discovery that inspires all gardeners as they unravel the mysteries of the natural world
for every little girl out there obsessed with the delicious land of shopkins, noisy sauce offer a musthave dress for their collection!
advertisers spend 100s of billions of pounds a year worldwide[1] encouraging, persuading and manipulating people into a consumer lifestyle that has devastating consequences for the environment through its extravagance and wastefulness. advertising exploits individual insecurities, creates false needs and offers counterfeit solutions It fosters dissatisfaction that leads to consumption Children are particularly vulnerable to this sort of manipulation young children are increasingly the target of advertising and marketing because of the amount of money they spend themselves, the influence they have on their parents spending (pester power) and because of the money they will spend when they grow up.whilst this child-targetted marketing used to concentrate on sweets and toys, it now includes clothes, shoes, a range of fast foods, sports equipment, computer products and toiletries as well as adult products such as cars and credit cards.
the Christmas advertising campaigns on tv, john Lewis, for example, are aimed to tug
on children's heart strings and get them spending; 64% of parents spend more on their children tan themselves.
in the uk children aged 9 upwards spend on average £31 per month on goods themselves that’s a lot of influence on the high street .
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till Liverpool’s heavy weight hitter, hip hop artist Royzy Rothschild dominates the hip hop scene in Liverpool and his lyrical ability is felt right across the pond to the united States he chats to Lifestyle about his new single with appearances in London, Leeds, Blackpool & wales and across England under his belt and this years tour with festivals and supporting names such as Lunar C and Black the Ripper, Bugzy malone, devlin, wutang. Royzy is a favourite amongst promoters because he draws a crowd
Royzy is also a favourite with local and international radio with countless airplay and interviews as his lyrical content inspires people. also
featured in countless magazines from London Live to niji with his refreshing detail for life
Known for his lyrical style and truthful lyrics and story’s, Royzy has worked on his craft for over nearly two decades since he has been practising the art since 1998 with 100's of tracks and 100's of shows, countless mixtapes
Royzy, 34, is honest and genuine and says “I like to think my fanbase are people who have been through similar situations as me so we can relate to eachother and rap fans who like boss lyrics I’ve been doing music 19 years iv recorded 14 mixtapes an e.p and album , thanks to internet it gives a platform to be noticed "
I think the futures' really bright “ “
Royzy has owned two record labels and two publishing companies as well as a video store its his knowledge for business and his love for music which go hand in hand
he added, “to be really honest growing up in liverpool doing hiphop music hasn’t helped at all, i would have been better doing it in the uSa i think. In previous years they blacklisted these shows, it’s only been over recent years people have gone a bit more relaxed towards the music but i can say the past couple years since i set up my own record label has been a dream,it really has.
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WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF KRYSTATIC
AuK songwriter, performer and recording artist who began rapping in 2002 at the age of twelve after listening to artists such as Biggie, 2Pac, So Solid Crew, dizzee Rascal, LL Cool J and his favourite artist nas, Chris harvey aka Krystatic knew that hip-hop was the music he wanted to create and that the music industry is somewhere he felt he belonged he began rapping in 2002 at the age of twelve. after listening to artists such as Biggie, 2Pac, So Solid Crew, dizzee Rascal, LL Cool J and his favourite artist nas, Chris harvey aka Krystatic knew that music was what he wanted to create and that the music industry is somewhere he felt he belonged. at the start it wasn’t all rosy for Krystatic, as he began hanging with the wrong crowds and being drawn in to negative situations It took a lot of thinking and maturity to turn his life around and walk in the right direction, whilst inspiring others about his story and giving back to the community.
he recently whipped up a storm
at manchester fashion week and is set to get the room stomping at the manchester Lifestyle awards in november, saying, “I just love performing, I love making people smile and seeing them connect to the music music brings people together and it’s a great feeling "
at the start it wasn’t all rosy for Krystatic, as he began hanging with the wrong crowds and being drawn in to negative situations It took a lot of thinking and maturity to turn his life around and walk in the right direction, whilst inspiring others about his story and giving back to the community
Coming from a strong musical family background, he began to start recording with his cousins dezert Rhino and Rico Levant from tru-fam Records, where he recorded and released three well received projects entitled “Stepping out the Box” “no Rest till Success” and “future frenzy
EP” these releases grew his name nationally and internationally, where he continued to build a strong fan base and create a real buzz.
Krystatic was already known as a good songwriter and recording artist, but now he is also known as a man who can easily tear up a stage with an electrifying performance Krystatic toured aiya napa Cyprus, atlanta uSa, Rotterdam netherlands and Rio de Janeiro Brazil where he supported established names ms dynamite, t.I, Crookedl (Shady Records), Soulja Boy and Ja Rule at the best venues in each of those cities organised by dJ unknown owner of artist auditions uSa
for more details visit www.manchesterlifestyleawards.com www.krystatic.co.uk
live performances
Ja Rule Tour in Brazil
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh whQO8tl6A
HISTORIC PIER HEAD VILLAGE TO HOST
10TH ANNIVERSARY BRAZILICA FESTIVAL
the Brazilica festival returns to Liverpool for the 10th consecutive year, from 14-16 July, and Liverpool’s International Samba festival at its new home at the Pier head
there will certainly a carnival atmosphere at the former george’s dock site which will be brought to life with a colourful celebration of the sights, sounds and tastes of Brazilian culture on the Brazilica main stage which will take pride of place within the Pier head villagea family focused festival coming to Liverpool’s waterfront this summer.
the Pier head village will deliver a programme of world class entertainment, locally-sourced street food and artisan markets, high flying thrill rides and activity based family entertainment, offering a complete day to night summer experience designed to entertain all ages one of the highlights of the festival
will undoubtedly be the Brazilica main stage programme which will transform the Pier head into a sizzling hotbed of colourful carnival action. with Liverpool’s landmark trio of buildings, the three graces towering over the site and a host of activities taking place already, what better place to celebrate all things Brazil, including Latin fever, extravagant costumes, exotic music and of course, plenty of samba?!
the uK’s largest Samba Carnival event, Brazilica has become one of the flagship events of the year in Liverpool’s festival calendar. a colourful celebration of Brazilian music, dance, culture, food and sport, it attracts over 60,000 visitors to the city centre and this year the event promises to be bigger and better than ever.
organisers have revealed that 10piece Brazilian afrobeat band Bixiga 70 from São Paulo have added Brazilica to their European tour
dates and will be performing at the Pier head village stage on Saturday, 15th July.
It has also been announced that the Brazilian film festival will also return for a third year running, as well as the fringe festival packed with exhibitions and workshops, with many artists and bands already confirmed from around the world to take part Events will take place in venues across the city
the spectacular night-time Carnival Parade which features Samba bands from across the uK and overseas will remain the main festival highlight on the Saturday night, thousands of people line the route which makes its way from abercrombie Square through the city centre streets with this year ’ s parade ending at a new location to be announced
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SEWING SKILLS SHORTAGE EXPOSED: SIX IN TEN PEOPLE FROM LIVERPOOL CAN’T SEW
To celebrate national sewing Machine day, the BHf is on a mission to bring back sewing. Buy an item from a BHf charity shop and personalise your wardrobe throughout July to help beat heart disease
half of people from Liverpool say that sewing is a skill that is being lost in today’s generation, with over half of residents (52%) having to ask their mothers to help fix their clothes these surprising statistics have been released on national Sewing machine day (tuesday 13 June) by the British heart foundation (Bhf) for its Big Stitch Campaign.
taking place throughout July, the Big Stitch encourages consumers to pop into a Bhf shop, buy an item(s) and inject their own fashion flair to it to help fund life saving research into heart disease Six in ten (60%) of people polled revealed they are unable to sew confidently or at all, with around a third (31%) of people revealing that they were never even taught how to sew the absence of sewing skills in today’s society means over half of residents have to ask their mothers to help fix their clothes and over one in ten asks their grandparents for help
around a quarter of those polled can’t even sew on a button on properly, around two fifths of people cannot alter the length of their trousers and three in ten cannot mend a rip in their clothes. over one in ten (12%) said that if they lost a button, they would buy a new item of clothing instead of fixing it
It has also resulted in residents in the region spending over £7 million fixing or tailoring clothes and £18 million replacing items of clothing due to an easilyrepairable fault last year around 1 5 million items of clothing were thrown or given away in Liverpool due to a fault that could have been repaired however, all is not lost as over two fifths (44%) of people in Liverpool wish they could sew and around six in ten (55%) are willing to learn the money-saving skill the Bhf’s Big Stitch campaign gives people the perfect opportunity to either put into practice their sewing skills or learn how easy it is to personalise their wardrobe for a whole month, style seekers will be encouraged to put their own stamp on their wardrobe by visiting a Bhf shop and personalising items bought in-store by practising sewing and dressmaking skills.
Jax Black, Senior Costume technician at London College of fashion, said, “It is great to see the Bhf championing sewing and dressmaking skills making alterations, adding buttons, trims, embroidery, and other decorative items to your Bhf purchases is a great way to update your wardrobe this July ” allison Swaine-hughes, Retail operations director at the
Bhf, adds, “as the largest charity retailer in Europe, we want to bring sewing back to life It always amazes me to see how clothes can be transformed so easily and cheaply, so we are really looking forward to seeing what the thousands of style seekers across the uK can create throughout July. all of our customers will be helping us raise £100 million to invest in heart research this year, so visit your local shop, buy an item and inject your own style stamp on your clothes this July ”
By visiting one of around 750 Bhf charity shops across the uK, buying an item and adding a touch of individual fashion flair to it, shoppers can save a bit of cash and help support life saving research in the fight against heart disease
for further information on The Big stitch, which runs from the 1st to 31st July, and information about how to locate your nearest BHf shop visit bhf.org.uk/TheBigstitch
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a blue plaque was unveiled outside mathew Street’s iconic music venue, Eric’s Club today the plaque was awarded to Eric’s Club by BBC Radio merseyside to commemorate the venue that has played host to a raft of major acts over the years.
acts that have graced the stage at Eric’s include Elvis Costello, Buzzcocks, the Clash, Joy division, Ramones, Sex Pistols, wah!, new order and much more the blue plaque was unveiled outside the venue by Liverpool-born singer songwriter and former front man of wah!, Pete wylie.
general manager of the Rubber Soul Complex, part of the JSm group, that owns the new look Eric’s venue, Jimmy Boland said: "Eric's in its new format continues to champion new talent
we are open every night of the week with local, regional and national talent all playing here live
“Let's hope new talent can go on to the heights of some of the names such as u2, Queen, the Clash, the Sex Pistols, omd and the Jam, whose musical journey started here nearly 40 years ago ”
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new venues to open in the heart of the Liverpool business district Set on
P&d Scaffolding Limited, then based in Bristol, was bought out of receivership at the start of 2016 By summer of last year the owners had also acquired northgrant, one of the South west's longest established scaffolding firms now, following large-scale projects in wrexham and Blackburn, P&d Scaffolding has moved its operations to the northwest and has a number of Liverpool jobs in the pipeline.
P&d Scaffolding Limited was failing when it was bought by James Proudfoot in January 2016 In just a few short months, mr Proudfoot turned the company's fortunes around and welcomed Liverpool based Richard anderson on board as his business partner. together, the pair landed a number of high-profile public and private sector clients, including Lloyds Bank, halifax and virgin, amongst others then, in June 2016, they undertook the purchase of northgrant Scaffolding, a Bristol company with 30 years of experience and a great reputation
the pair's most significant client win to date has been construction company Keepmoat homes. the relationship with Keepmoat has been instrumental in facilitating P&d Scaffolding's move to the northwest P&d Scaffolding is currently working on two Keepmoat sites, one in wrexham and the other in Blackburn, playing it's part in the construction of two nursing homes to support the northwest expansion, P&d Scaffolding has now moved its head office to widnes Several sites here in mr anderson's home city of Liverpool are in the company's pipeline. announcements will follow soon.
for more info see www northgrantscaffolding co uk
the Strand facing the world famous 3 graces the Cabaret club will have a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city
the Bentley, on Brunswick Street in Liverpool City Centre, above tom hall’s tavern has been empty and vacant for many years But that’s all about to change
with a complete revamp, brand new events space, Cabaret club and more, the Bentley Suites are hoping to restore the site to its former glory before closing in 1988 the new venue promises it will boast
breathtaking views of Liverpool’s waterfront, including the three graces and unrivalled panoramic views of the city from the rooftop terrace
It is thought the club and event space will create around 40 new jobs and they are looking for staff now there is not yet an official opening date for the Bentley Suites, but they are expecting to be up and running by mid July there is also an offer of 20% discount for the first 20 bookings made at the venue Twitter: @TheBentleyliv
paving stone has been unveiled in memory of a liverpool docker, a century to the day since he was awarded the Victoria Cross during World War 1.
the stone was laid in honour of william Ratcliffe (1884-1963) who was presented with the victoria Cross in 1917 whilst serving with the South Lancashire Regiment (now amalgamated into the duke of Lancaster’s Regiment), on wednesday 14th June at Liverpool Parish Church william – known as Billwas born at 38 newhall Street in the dingle, and was a pupil at St vincent's School in nearby norfolk Street when he left school, william worked on the Liverpool docks before joining the British army at the age of 17 and served in South africa during the Second Boer war after serving, he returned to the docks until the outbreak of wwI when he re-joined his old regiment.
In april 1917, during the Battle of messines, william Ratcliffe was awarded a military medal for gallantry and on 14th June, only a matter of weeks later, earned his victoria Cross. he was 33 years old and a Private in the 2nd Battalion, the South Lancashire Regiment, when his battalion was ordered to attack a line of german trenches on messines Ridge william Ratcliffe was a stretcher-bearer, following up behind the advancing troops to bring in the casualties, and spent most of the night bringing in the wounded through a heavy barrage he also located an enemy machine-gun which was firing on his comrades from the rear, picked up a rifle from a dead comrade and single-handedly rushed the machinegun position and bayoneted the crew he then brought the gun back into action on the frontline. his actions brought the award of the victoria Cross, with which he was invested personally by King george v at Buckingham Palace on the 26th September 1917 when the war was over, Bill again returned to his job on Liverpool docks where he was affectionately known as “the dockers vC” In 1956, celebrations were held in London to mark the centenary of the victoria Cross and all living holders were invited to be reviewed by the Queen in hyde Park. Bill was reluctant to attend as he couldn’t afford to buy a suit for the occasion when this became apparent, the South Lancashire Regimental association intervened and a local gentleman’s outfitters readily made him a new suit free of charge, and Bill travelled to London.
he never married and later lived with relatives at St oswald's gardens in old Swan he died on 26th march 1963, aged 79, and is buried at allerton Cemetery his medals, including his victoria Cross and military medal, are on loan to the Imperial war museum London the german maxim machine-gun which he captured that day in 1917 is on
display at the Lancashire Infantry museum his citation in the London gazette reads:
"for most conspicuous bravery after an enemy ’ s trench had been captured, Pte Ratcliffe located an enemy machine gun which was firing on his comrades from the rear, whereupon, single-handed and on his own initiative, he immediately rushed the machine gun position and bayonetted the crew he then brought the gun back into action in the front line this very gallant soldier has displayed great resource on previous occasions, and has set an exceptionally fine example of devotion to duty "
the commemorative stone is part of a national scheme run by the department for Communities and Local government (dCLg) which will see every world war one victoria Cross recipient remembered in this way the event was attended by Liverpool’s Lord mayor, Councillor malcolm Kennedy, veterans and serving military representatives and also relatives of william Ratcliffe
the Lord mayor said: “william Ratcliffe was a gallant and fearless soldier whose selfless actions saved many lives. he was completely devoted to his duty.
“Liverpool is incredibly proud of him and this is why we are honouring him with this fitting ceremony on the centenary of his vC award I am personally privileged to be able to attend and unveil this stone in his honour
“the stone will be a permanent reminder of the incredible contribution that he made to the war effort and his role in making sure that more soldiers weren’t lost ”
william Ratcliffe is one of nine men from Liverpool who were awarded the victoria Cross during world war 1, and one of 627 individuals national wide and a further four will be honoured in this way between now and december 2017
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Whatever you are up to this month, stay safe and stylish
the summer holidays are just around the corne and is it me but is everyone feeling a little nervous? at one point I thought about cancellin all my theatre trips but then that would be letting the terrorists win. the day after the manchester atrocity I had to carry on with manchester fashion week, it was one of the hardest events I have ever had to direct but I wasn’t going to let the designers down, all of whom had spent months creating their collections, two had flown in from abroad. my team produced one of the best shows ever, understandably the audience wasn’t there to see it
the recent heinous attacks are still fresh in our minds and sometimes I find myself questioning my route to events and even debating whether to go at all. But I will never let fear become my enemy. my son celebrates the end of his gCSEs with a holiday to Barcelona this month and while I am incredibly excited for him, a part of me is also terrified. But not once have I thought about cancelling his trip. for that is what the the terrorists want my children are growing up and reaching independent and I am excited for their newfound freedom. I encourage them to venture out and I have aways said since they were born, that for their 21st birthday their present will be a flight to anywhere in the world.
I have already travelled abroad twice this year and plan two more trips overseas. I will be spending the entire next month in Cyprus the greatest gift you can pass on is the joy of travel and adventure. terror is amongst us but I feel it is no different to the days when I was growing up in London. we had IRa attacks, the Lockerbie bombing and individual incidents totalling 13 worldwide in the 1990s. we must always be on our guard, we must always remain vigilant but above all, we must always carry on and not be defeated by murderous cowards who prey on the innocent Life is very precious and we must make the most of every minute
