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Contents //// WELCOME TO ISSUE 230

Hello Welcome to the new look Your Move, as we enter the magazine’s 10th year. Bigger and brighter, we’re filled with the latest property news and features, and updates on the city’s cultural offering and entertainment. Whether you’re looking to sell, buy, let or rent, we’ve got expert advice and ideas to help you on your way. As always, visit www.yourmovemagazine.com for news and interview, glitzy event pictures and to search for your ideal home.

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39 Bit of a do New Year festivities

Four best buys Featuring Plus Housing, Sutton Kersh, Pantheon Property Services and Grosvenor Waterford

30 Hot off the Press The latest news and gossip Advertising Sales Manager Jeff Porter Telephone 0151 709 3871 Media Sales Executives Jo Tait, Rob Galle Art Direction The Design Foundry mail@design-foundry.co.uk Picture Researcher Frances Gill frances@movepublishing.co.uk Credits Ask the expert/Streetlife/ Christian Smith, Liverpool City Council, Graham Hughes. Editorial Team Lucy Oliver, Marie Martin Email post@movepublishing.co.uk Telephone 0151 709 3871 Fax 0151 707 1678 Published fortnightly by Move Publishing Ltd Directors David O’Brien, Kim O’Brien, Fiona Barnet Designed & Produced by The Design Foundry, 36 Henry Street, Liverpool L1 5BS Printing by Acorn Web Offset Limited Subscriptions and mailing list 0151 709 3871 Distribution Liaison Manager Barbara Troughton Telephone 0151 733 5492 Mobile 077148 14662 Copyright Move Publishing Limited. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced copied or transmitted in any form or by any means or stored in any information storage or retrieval system without the publishers written permission. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of material published, Move Publishing can accept no responsibility for the veracity of the claims made by advertisers. The views expressed are not necessarily the views of the publisher.

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32 Four Best Lets Featuring Bluerow Lettings, L3 Living, Platinum Letting Agents and Move Residential Cover Story 34 Hot Topic The Homebuy Direct scheme explained 40 Hot and Happening Awards for Jones & Chapman Cover Story 45 Area Focus Regenerated Anfield 51 Have your say Nominations for a Scouse celebrity Big Brother housemate? 52 On the ladder with… Domestic energy assessor Tom O’Clee 53 Movers An apartment in South Quay

Cover Story 60 Talent in the city Waterloo Road actress Katy Carmichael 63 Ask the Expert Interior dilemmas answered 65 Your Move Interiors Sought after shapes 67 Green Days Ideas for the great outdoors Cover Stories 68 Your Move reader offer Exclusive deals for readers 69 Hot in the city Chinese New Year 71 What’s On Flashdance the Musical at The Empire 73 Women’s fashion Colourful graffiti 75 Men’s fashion New Year wardrobe detox 77 Table Talk Suzy Gorman dines at The James Munro 78 Streetlife Transition lights

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On The Market //// FOUR MERSEYSIDE PROPERTIES TO SUIT A RANGE OF BUYERS AND TASTES. FOUR BEST BUYS

The Reach Liverpool, L3 A COOL £230,000 What’s on offer?

This eighth floor penthouse offers two double bedrooms, stunning furnishings, two secure parking spaces and beautiful views of the river. Agent’s view

Phil Lawton sales director at Sutton Kersh

“This penthouse apartment represents exceptional value. It offers over 1000 square feet, and has two roof terraces with stunning river and city views. The property is also tastefully furnished and two secure car spaces are included. I don’t think there is a better apartment available anywhere in the city at this price. Anyone in the marketplace considering an apartment at this price level should definitely view this one before they decide to buy.” To view this property now, call 0151 236 2332.

Oakham Drive Aintree, L10 A FAIR £234,950 What’s on offer?

This impressively extended semi-detached property sits in a sought-after cul-de-sac in Sefton, and offers all the amenities for a modern family. Agent’s view

Louise Gane director at Grosvenor Waterford

“Warning: anyone viewing this fabulous four bedroom property will fall in love with it! Located off Wango Lane in Aintree Village, and close to schools and amenities, the finish of this house is to die for, with stylish fixtures and fittings, an en suite bathroom, spacious reception rooms and lovely gardens to the front and rear as well as a block paved driveway. With a dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, and a cul-de-sac position, it’s ideal for families. The house also benefits from an integral garage and no on-going chain. Viewing is a must - if you dare!” To view this property now, call 0151 526 7638.

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Cathedral View Liverpool, L8 AN AFFORDABLE £44,750 for a 50 per cent share What’s on offer?

This spacious, energy efficient and affordable two bedroom apartment is well located on Windsor Street, within walking distance of the city centre. Agent’s view

Joanne Morfee sales and marketing officer at Homeshub

“This apartment features attractive fitted kitchens and bathrooms, gated parking, and is energy efficient, helping buyers to reduce both their utility bills and their carbon footprint. Cathedral View provides a choice of quality homes through shared ownership and ‘Rent-toBuy’ options. Buyers can purchase a 50 or 75 per cent share of the property, with the option to buy more shares as they can afford them. Our Rentto-Buy product means you can rent a new home for up to five years, with the option to buy at any time and receive your first year’s rent back.” To view this property now, call 0845 603 4559.

Victoria Court Liverpool, L15 AN AFFORDABLE £165,000 What’s on offer?

A family home situated in Wavertree, a very popular part of Liverpool. Agent’s view

Julian Deus sales manager, Pantheon Property Services

“This exceptional modern three bedroom semidetached house is situated in a cul-de-sac in the top end of Wavertree. This property has a lounge, a fully fitted modern kitchen, French doors that lead out onto a good sized garden and patio area. There are three bedrooms and a family bathroom, and the property has been maintained to a high standard so there is plenty of comfortable living space. It’s a family home and has lots to offer a young family; viewing is highly recommended.” To view this property now, call 0151 735 1001.

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andrewlouis.co.uk

Celebrating 20 years in property

sales City Centre

0151 330 5333

Egerton Street, Georgian Quarter

Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands

Devonshire Road, L8

Merchants House, Duke Street

• 1 bedroom duplex 2nd floor apartment • Integrated kitchen appliances • River views • 1 secure allocated parking space

• 3 bedroom top floor apartment • GCH, DG • Communal gardens, on street parking • Early viewing recommended

£225,000

£169,500

£169,000

£139,950

£134,950

City Quay, Ellerman Road

City Gate East, City Centre

Liberty Place, City Centre

The Collegiate, L6

City Quay, Ellerman Road R

• 1 bedroom duplex apartment • Fitted kitchen • Secure allocate parking • Internal inspection essential

uc • 1 bedroom lower ground floor apart • Electric heating, DG, lift access • 1 secure parking space • No onward chain

• 1 bedroom 5th floor apartment • Intercom security, lift access • Integrated kitchen appliances • Solid wooden flooring

• 2 bed ground floor luxury apartment • Electric heating, DG • Integrated kitchen appliances • Available on 75% shared ownership

R • 2 bedroom first floor apartment • Integrated kitchen appliances • Communal gardens, secure parking • Views across City Quay Fountains

• Modern 3 bed semi detached • Lounge, Dining area, Fitted kitchen • GCH, DG, Family bathroom • 2 car driveway, Rear garden

R • 2 bedroom period style end terrace • Solid oak flooring, DG, GCH • Fully fitted kitchen and appliances • Marble tiling, no chain

Avon Close, Walton

• 2 bedroom 1st floor apartment • Integrated kitchen appliances • GCH, DG & wood laminate flooring • Secure parking

£130,000

£127,500

£124,950

£123,000

Beetham Tower, L3

Goodwood Street, L5

View 146, Conway Street

Preston Point, City Centre

Cavendish Gardens, L8 uc ed

• 1 bedroom 2nd floor apartment • Spacious living area • 75% shared ownership scheme • Stamp Duty Exempt

• 1 bedroom 1st floor apartment • GCH, intercom, wooden flooring • Communal gardens, residents parking • Available on 50% shared ownership

£74,950

£45,950

Prescot Windy Arbor Road, Whiston

£94,950

• 2 bedroom 14th floor luxury apartment • Electric heating, DG, laminate flooring • Intercom , lift access, secure parking • Views to Cathedrals and Irish Sea

£113,950

• 2 bedroom semi detached property • Lounge, Kitchen, GCH, DG • Family bathroom • Driveway, rear garden

£114,950

R • 1 bedroom 5th floor luxury apartment • Integrated kitchen appliances • Lift access, concierge • No Chain

Sales: 0151 292 8880 Longview Road, Rainhill

Manorwood Drive, Whiston

Meadow Drive, Huyton

Singleton Drive, Knowsley Village

• Three bedroom mid town house • GCH, DG, Front driveway • Rear garden, Lounge, • Fitted kitchen, No Chain

• Three bedroom semi detached • Fully integrated kitchen & dining area • Lounge, Family bathroom • GCH, DG, Driveway, Gardens

• Three bedroom semi detached • Fully modernised throughout • Lounge, Dining area • GCH, DG, Gardens, Driveway

• Three bedroom semi detached • Fully modernized, GCH, DG • Fitted kitchen, Driveway • Front & Rear gardens, No Chain

• Three bedroom semi detached • Lounge, dining area, conservatory • GCH, DG, Front driveway • Large rear garden

£134,950 Offers around

£129,950 Offers around

£125,000 Offers around

£119,950

£115,000

Carlton Street, Prescot

Manor Farm Road, Huyton

Salisbury Street, Prescot

Ripon Close, Huyton

Cherry Tree Close, Whiston

£99,950 Offers around

• Well maintained 3 bed mid town house • GCH, DG, lounge, fitted kitchen • Bathroom, Front & Rear gardens • No Chain

£95,000 Offers around

• Two bedroom mid terrace • GCH, DG, lounge, kitchen • Downstairs bathroom • No chain

£89,950

• Spacious 2 bed mid terrace • Two reception rooms • GCH, mainly double glazed • Rear yard

• Two bedroom semi detached • Lounge, kitchen, bathroom • GCH, DG, driveway • No onward chain

£84,950

City Centre office: Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Prescot office: 19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA

• Large 3 bedroom mid town house • Downstairs cloaks, lounge, kitchen • GCH, DG, F & R Gardens • No onward chain

£84,950

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andrewlouis.co.uk

Still going strong since 1989

lettings City Centre

0151 330 5321

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

The Scholes, Eccleston

Alexandra Tower, Princes Dock

Staten Court, Ropewalks

Sandstone Drive, Whiston R ed

• Two bedroom fourth floor apartment • Fully furnished • Fully integrated kitchen • Ensuite to master bedroom

• Two bedroom, eighth floor apartment • Lounge, kitchen, bathroom, en-suite • One allocated parking space • Early viewing recommended

• Four bedroom modern detached • Two receptions, GCH, DG • En-suite shower room • Driveway & Gardens

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EW N • Brand new three bedroom apartment • Modern kitchen, integrated appliances • Balcony, views over the city skyline • Secure u/ground parking available.

• Four bedroom detached property • Fitted kitchen, lounge, dining room • GCH, DG • Off road parking

£1000pcm

£775pcm

£750pcm

The Scholes, Eccleston

Hudson Gardens, City Centre

Staten Court, Ropewalks

Sugar Lane, Knowsley Village

Wood Street, City Centre

• Stunning two bedroom apartment • Second floor with excellent views • Fully furnished • Secure entry system, allocated parking

• Four bedroom detached family home • En-suite to the master bedroom • GCH, DG • Off road parking, garden to the rear

• 3 Bed (2 bed/1 study) duplex apart • Recently decorated • Fully integrated kitchen • Patio area, large living room, en-suite

£1150pcm

• Spacious three bedroom end town • Fitted kitchen with appliances • Rear garden with lawn and patio areas • Early viewing recommended

• Fifth floor, two bedroom apartment • Fully integrated kitchen • Laminate floors/carpets, balcony • Secure underground parking

£750pcm

£700pcm

£695pcm

Manhattan Place, East Village

City Quay, Docklands

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Croxteth Road, Aigburth

South Road, Grassendale EW

N • Two bedroom apart in East Village. • Balcony and electric heating • Allocated parking space • Viewing highly recommended

• Beautiful docklands development • Two double sized bedrooms • Secure entry & allocated parking • Rent is half price for the first month

• Furnished to an excellent standard • Two bedroom apartment • Fully fitted kitchen including appliances • Allocated parking and secure entry

£675pcm

£650pcm

£550pcm

Stanley Street, City Centre

Honiston Avenue, Rainhill

Aigburth Road, Aigburth

• Newly decorated unfurnished • Two bedroom flat • Close to Sefton Park • GCH, Kitchen, parking available

£525pcm

• Re-furbished one bedroom flat • Fully fitted kitchen, spacious lounge • Driveway parking. • Must be seen to be appreciated.

£495pcm

Elysian Fields, Ropewalks, City Centre

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• 1 bed Manhattan Style top floor apart • Gas Central Heating • Open plan living and dining area • Available furnished or unfurnished.

• Quality 3 bedroom town house • Recently refurbished • New bathroom & kitchen • GCH, DG, carpets, large rear garden

£476.66pcm

£475pcm

£450pcm

Wycherley Street, Prescot

Belvidere Road, Princes Park

Lockerby Road, Fairfield

• Two bedroom traditional mid terraced • Lounge, Fitted kitchen, Bathroom • GCH, DG • Rear yard and street parking

• Excellent one bedroom property • Newly refurbished • Close to Princes and Sefton Park • Benefiting from a stylish fitted kitchen

£425pcm

£375pcm

• One bedroom unfurnished property • Walking distance to Lark Lane • Laminate flooring in living room • Secure entry system

• Quality 1 bedroom ground floor flat • Nice décor and carpeted throughout • GCH, alarm and off road parking. • First months rent is half price

• Last few remaining 1 and 2 bed luxury apartments. • 24 Hour Concierge • Furnished to a premium standard • Secure underground parking • Viewing is highly recommended For immediate viewings please call 0151 330 5321 or 07825508382 (out of office hours)

£300pcm

City Centre office: Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Prescot office: 19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA

From only £600pcm

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City Centre Office, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332

HARTINGTON ROAD

First Floor Apartment, Double Bedroom, Open Plan Living Area, Fitted Kitchen, Modern Bathroom, No Chain

£89,950 HAIGH STREET

First floor apartment, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom/WC, secure car space.

£74,950 BEETHAM TOWER

Open Plan Apartment, Spacious Living Area, Comprehensive Fitted Kitchen, Double Bedroom, Shower Room, River Views, No Chain.

£89,950

ARGYLE STREET

First floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, no chain

£102,500

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PRESTON POINT

First Floor Apartment, Open Plan Living Area, Fitted Kitchen, Double Bedroom, Contemporary Bathroom, Gas Central Heating, Balcony

£78,950

THE ALBANY

First Floor Apartment, Two Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, En-Suite Shower Room, No Chain

£129,950 FOCUS BUILDING

Second Floor Apartment, Double Bedroom, Open Plan Livng Area, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, Balcony

£84,950 ADLER WAY

Fourth Floor Apartment, Two Bedrooms, Open Plan Living Area, Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom, En Suite Shower Room, Balcony Partial River Views, Car Space

£109,950

ALBANY BUILDING

Duplex penthouse apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, bathroom, ensuite shower, balcony, no chain.

£149,950

LIBERTY PLACE

Ground Floor Apartment, Double Bedroom, Open Plan Living Area, Fitted Kitchen Modern Bathroom, No Chain, Secure car space

£107,500

HENRY STREET

First Floor Apartment, Two Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, Juliette Balcony

£99,950 PRINCES DOCK

19th Floor, Two Double Beds, Spacious Open Plan Living Area, Luxury Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom, En-Suite Shower Room, Terrace, Stunning Views

£319,950

THE REACH

A selection of 2 bedroom apartments, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, bathroom, balcony with city views, secure car space.

From £119,950

THE COLONNADES

First Floor Apart, Two Beds, Open Plan Living Area, fitted kitchen, ensuite bathroom, shower room/WC, secure car space, river views

£324,950

PALL MALL

3rd floor apartment, double bedroom, open plan living area, modern kitchen, contemporary bathroom

£79,950 WEST QUAY

Fourth Floor Apart, Two Beds, Open Plan Living Area, Comprehensive Fitted Kitchen, Contemporary Bathroom, EnSuite Shower Room Car Space £174,950

ADLER WAY

A selection of 1 bedroom apartments, open plan living area, modern kitchen, contemporary bathroom, DG, GCH, car space

From £87,950

YORK STREET

First floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, no chain

£99,950

WATERLOO QUAY

Second floor apartment, lounge/dining room, bathroom, balcony with river views, 2 secure car spaces, 2 double bedrooms, ensuite shower, DG £159,950

Public Notice Apt 22 – 18 Henry Street Liverpool L1 5BS By order of the mortgagees in possession, we would advise that an offer has been made for the above property in the sum of £89,950.00. Any person wishing to increase on this offer should notify the agents of their best offer prior to exchange of contracts. Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange street East Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332

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LETTINGS DEPARTMENT 0870 142 0390 incorporating Thomson & Moulton

We have a wide range of properties available! YEW TREE ROAD, L18

2 bed luxury duplex penthouse apartment, CCTV entry system, undercroft parking, secure site, central heating, double glazing

£2500pcm

MENTMORE ROAD, L18

4 Bedrooms, Unfurnished, Semi-Detached House, Double Glazing, Central Heating

£950pcm

KNOTTY CROSS MEWS, L25

CHANCELLOR COURT, L8

3 Bedrooms, Mews Town House, Central Heating, Double Glazing, Parking

2 bedroom first floor furnished apartment, central heating, double glazing, parking

£650pcm

£625pcm

LEOPOLD ROAD, L7

BRACKENDALE AVENUE, L9

2/3 Bedrooms Terraced House, Double Glazing, Central Heating

Three Bedrooms, Unfurnished, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing

£525pcm

£520pcm

City Lofts, William Jessop Way, L3 Furnished studio apartment DG CH.................................................. £450pcm Hatton Gardens, L3 1 bed furnished duplex apartment............................................................... £525pcm Liffey Court, London Road, L1 1 bed furnished apartment DG CH ................................................................... £425pcm Church Road West, L4 3 bed refurbished terraced house DG CH ................................................................... £475pcm Chirkdale Street, L4 2 bed mid terraced house CH.......................................................................... £425pcm Holbeck Street, L4 2 bed terraced house part DG CH............................................................ £425pcm Heyes Street, L5 3 bed terraced house CH ......... £375pcm The View, Conway Street, L5 2 bed furnished apartment with parking ........................................................... £500pcm Stockbridge Street, L5 2 bed part furnished terraced house

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3

2 Bedroom Duplex Apartment, Furnished, Central Heating, Double Glazing, Parking

MACKETS LANE, L25

3 bedroom semi detached house, double glazing, central heating

£800pcm

ELLERMAN ROAD, L3

2 bedrooms, unfurnished, 3rd floor, central heating, double glazing, parking

£750pcm

WOOLMORE ROAD, L24

3 Bedroom 2nd Floor Apartment, Central Heating, Double Glazing

£595pcm

WALTON VALE, L4

3 Bedroom Terraced House, Unfurnished, Central Heating

£550pcm

PRINCES AVENUE , L8

1 Bedroom Part Furnished Apartment, Victorian Conversion, Central Heating

£500pcm

CH DG ................................................................... £425pcm Chapel Gardens, L5 2 Bed apartment with parking ................................................................... £475pcm Hampstead Road, L6 1, 2 & 3 bed part furnished apartments CH DG ....................................... from £350pcm The Particular Baptist Church, College Street South, L6 2 bed apartment EH DG parking ........................... £600pcm The Collegiate, Shaw Street, L6 2 bed furnished duplex apartment with parking .......................................... £625pcm Minster Court, Crown Street, L7 1 bed furnished apartment E7 heating parking................................................. £450pcm Dentwood Street, L8 2 bed terraced house CH DG ................................................................... £395pcm Walney Road, L12 3 bed terraced house DG CH ................................................................... £550pcm Borrowdale Road, L15 4 bed mid terraced house

£450pcm

LAPWING CLOSE , L12

3 Bedroom Detached House, Furnished, Central Heating, Double Glazing, Garage

£650pcm

ALDERSON ROAD, L15

3 Bedrooms, Unfurnished, Double Glazing, Central Heating

£550pcm

CATHARINE STREET, L8

1 Bedroom, Unfurnished, Balcony, Georgian Quarter

£450pcm

DG CH ................................................................. £1250pcm Bartlett Street, L15 2 bed mid teraced house CH £475pcm Aigburth House, Aigburth Vale, L17 2 bed part furnished grd flr apartment DG CH £550pcm Bentfield, Alma Road, L17 2 bed 2nd floor furnished apartment CH ........................................................ £550pcm Woolton Road, L19 2 bed flat above shop DG CH ................................................................... £400pcm South Road, L19 4 bed detached house DG CH ................................................................. £1350pcm Hansby Drive, L24 2 bed ground floor furnished apartment CH DG parking ...................................................... £525pcm Woodend Avenue, L25 3 bed semi-detached house CH DG gardens.................................................................. £595pcm Homeleigh Road, L25 1 bed 1st floor part furnished apartment DG CH.................................................. £475pcm

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Sales

EW N

HARDMAN STREET One bedroom apartment situated in the Georgian Quarter. Spread over 2 levels incorporating fitted kitchen, lounge area, bedroom and bathroom. Ideal as city centre crash pad. Residents parking permit available

HARDMAN STREET Duplex apartment comprising ftted kitchen, living area, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Large sash windows overlooking Hardman Street. Residents parking permit available

THE COLLEGIATE One bedroom apartment in converted Grade 2 listed building. Benefitting from original features and double height ceilings. Balcony and parking included. Viewing recommended.

STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

£105,000

£125,000

£134,950

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SOUTH FERRY QUAY Two bedroom apartment situated in popular Marina area. Also comprising living area, ensuite and bathroom. Secure undercroft parking, juliet balcony and river views.

MANHATTAN PLACE Fourth floor corner apartment. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and kitchen area, two double bedrooms and bathroom. South facing balcony with views over the square and the River Mersey. Secure parking

STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

£149,950

£154,950

QUEBEC QUAY Ground floor apartment in the popular Quebec Quay development. Briefly comprising lounge, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Benefiting from a Juliet balcony overlooking the boat yard. With secure parking and additional visitors parking. STAMP DUTY EXEMPT £165,000

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WATERLOO QUAY Top floor apartment offering city and dock views. Comprising lounge and dining area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. Benefitting from balcony, parking and 24 hour security

NORTH QUAY Beautiful apartment in converted warehouse. Comprising two double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom. Beautiful original features, views over the dock, secure parking. £215,000

NORTH QUAY Well presented 1st floor apartment comprising reception area, separate kitchen, three double bedrooms, ensuite, walk-in wardrobe and bathroom. Exposed brick and original ironwork features and attractive vaulted, barrelled ceilings. Balcony with city views. Secure allocated parking. £345,000

MANOLIS YARD Duplex penthouse in Manolis Yard development. Fitted kitchen, lounge with views over the city centre, dining room/3rd bedroom, two additional double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite. Balcony and roof terrace offer panoramic views over the city. Secure parking. £525,000

EW N

£166,950

STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

THE COLONNADES Second floor apartment with dock and city views in the exclusive Albert Dock. Comprising lounge and dining areas, kitchen, two double bedroooms, bathroom and ensuite. Secure underground parking and 24 hour concierge £299,950

FALKNER STREET Townhouse, recently converted in the Georgian Quarter. Comprising 3 reception rooms, kitchen/diner, five double bedrooms, four bathrooms and WC. Rear courtyard. Residents parking permits £525,000

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Lettings

The Foundry

St Paul's Square

A selection of brand new 1 and 2 bedroom, unfurnished, apartments centrally located on Lydia Ann Street. Parking is available for all apartments on request for an additional £50 pcm.

A selection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in this brand new development in the heart of the business district. All apartments benefit from balconies, fully fitted modern kitchen and bathrooms, and the option to furnish and/or include parking at an additional cost.

From £518pcm

From £575pcm

Catharine House, £475pcm Studio apartment, furnished, parking

Catharine Street, £550pcm One bed, unfurn, permit parking avail.

Available to view now!!

Cable Yard, £625pcm 2 beds, furnished

King Sturge is proud to announce that One Park West is complete. With a selection of studio, one and two bed apartments available, all apartments have the option to furnish. Enjoying amazing river, dock and city views, the apartments benefit from a 24 hour concierge service and optional parking.

Waterloo Quay, £695pcm Two dble beds, furnished, parking

Arrange to view now to avoid disappointment

Park Block now available Prices from £425pcm

Sweeting Street, £700pcm Two bedroom, furnished apartment

Staten Court, £750pcm 2 beds, Furnished, Parking

City Lofts, £750pcm Two dble beds, furnished

Hatton Gardens, £700pcm Two beds, furnished, parking available.

Tower Building, From £775pcm 2 beds, furnished, great views

Westminster Chambers, £775pcm Two bedroom loft style apt, furnished.

Wapping Dock, £850pcm Two beds, furnished, parking.

The Collegiate, £875pcm Two bed penthouse apt, unfurn, parking.

UNITY A selection of luxury two bedroom apartments. Benefiting from an onsite gym and concierge service, all the apartment have balconies and include secure underground car parking, plus amazing city and/or river views. Available furnished or unfurnished.

From £800pcm

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BLACKS ESTATE AGENTS 9 HARRIS DRIVE, LITHERLAND, MERSEYSIDE L20 6LD

Email: info@mike-black.co.uk Website: www.mike-black.co.uk Fax: 0151 933 4033

TEL: 0151 933 7077 Oxford Avenue, Bootle

Three Storey Semi, Stylish Bathroom, Six Bedrooms, En-Suite, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Drive/Gardens, Utility/Cloakroom, No Chain

Derby Road, Widnes

Detached Bungalow, Seven/Eight Car Drive Three Bedrooms, Three Garages, Two Receptions, Part Modernised, DG & GCH

Balliol Road, Bootle

Seven Bed Semi, Two Bathrooms, Three Receptions, Cellar Rooms, 180ft Long Garden/ Drive, Tastefully Modernised, DG & GCH

Three Bed Detached, Two Car Drive, DG & GCH, Feature Garden Areas, Conservatory/ Cloakroom, Fully Modernised

£269,950

£249,950 Offers

Kirkstone Rd South, Litherland

Melville Road, Bootle

Zircon Close, Litherland

Semi, Double Glazing, Three Bedrooms, Front & Rear Gardens, Two Receptions, Two Car Driveway, GCH, Modernised

Three Bed Semi, Modern Bathroom, Extended To Rear, Block Paved Drive, DG & GCH, Garden To Rear Kitchen/Diner, No Chain

Detached Property, Two Car Drive, Three Bedrooms, Front and Rear Gardens, DG & GCH, Modern Fitments, En Suite/Cloakroom

£164,950

£159,950 OIRO

£159,950

£146,950

Roosevelt Drive, Aintree

Margaret Avenue, Bootle

Gale Road, Litherland

Harris Drive, Bootle

Three Bed Semi Detached, Spacious Modern Bathroom, DG & GCH, Two Car Drive/ Garage, Conservatory, Gardens

Three Bed Semi, Modern Bathroom, Extended, Front & Rear Gardens, Three Receptions, Shared Drive, DG & GCH, No Chain

£200,000

Barberry Crescent, Netherton

Offers over

Semi Detached, 120ft Rear Garden, Corner Plot, Two Car Drive, Three Bedrooms, Conservatory, DG & GCH, Fully Modernised

£169,950 Twyford Avenue, Litherland

Semi, Modern Kitchen, Three Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Two Reception Rooms, Front & Rear Gardens, DG & GCH

Semi Detached, Modern Kitchen, Three Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Two Receptions, Front & Rear Gardens, DG & GCH

£144,950 OIRO

£138,950

£136,950 OIRO

Walnut Avenue, Walton

Kent Avenue, Litherland

Glovers Lane, Netherton

Wingrave Way, Norris Green

Semi, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Two Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Conservatory, 2/4 Car Drive, DG & GCH, Front & Rear Gardens

Mid Town House, Modern Kitchen/Diner Two Bedrooms, Spacious Modern Bathroom DG, Front & Rear Garden, GCH, No Chain

Town House, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Three Bedrooms, Shower Room/Toilet, Porch/ Conservatory, Two Car Drive/Garden

£124,950

£123,950

£109,950

Walton Hall Avenue, Walton

Oatfield Lane, Litherland

Higher End Park, Sefton

Semi Detached, DG & GCH, Corner Plot, Modernised, Three Bedrooms, Two Car Drive Two Reception Rooms, Gardens

£99,950 PUBLIC NOTICE 17 Ryefield Lane, Litherland Liverpool, L21 0HD We are acting for the mortgagees in possession and have received an offer of £48,000 on the above mentioned property. Any interested parties must submit any higher offer in writing to the agent before exchange of contracts takes place.

Mid Town House, Three Bedrooms, Two Receptions, DG & GCH, Paved Driveway, Front & Rear Gardens, Part Modernised, No Chain

£89,950

FOR YOUR 16 Your Move

Mid Town House, Modern Bathroom Two Bedrooms, Front & Rear Gardens DG & GCH, Tasteful Décor

£89,950

Mid Town House, Warm Air Heating, Three Bedrooms, Gardens, Two Reception Rooms, Communal Parking, Double Glazing, No Chain

£78,950 OIRO

Blacks Estate Agents 9 Harris Drive, Litherland Liverpool, L20 6LD 0151 933 7077

FREE VALUATION PHONE 0151 933 7077 TODAY

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PRIORY Property Services Independent Estate Agents

• Competitive fixed sale fee • Quality of service second to none

• Established for 16 years • Commitment to customer care

70 Priory Road, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RZ t: 0151 260 0300 f: 0151 263 0646 www.priorypropertyservices.com

Bidston Rd, L4

Anfield Rd, L4

Utting Ave ,L4

Hilary Rd, L4

Walnut Ave, L4

£156,950

£152,000

£135,000

£130,000

£124,950

Sandiville Rd, L4

Ashburnham Way, L3

Argyle Rd, L4

Feltwell Rd, L4

Stanley Pk Ave South, L4

£124,950

£119,950

£115,000

£114,000

£110,000

Bingley Rd, L4

Hornsey Rd, L4

Oban Rd, L4

Ayrshire Rd, L4

Clapham Rd,L4

£106,950

£105,950

£105,000

£99,950

St Domingo Grove, L5

Abbey Rd, L4

Morella Rd, L4

Conway St, View 146

Waltham Rd, L6

£99,500

£89,950

£89,000

£65,000

267 Breck Road, Anfield, Liverpool L5 6PT Tel 0151 264 7363 Fax 0151 263 4719 86 County Road, Walton, Liverpool L4 3QN Tel 0151 286 4515 Fax 0151 286 4523 www.paulcrowley.co.uk

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www.bradley-beazley.co.uk

Woolton L25 £196 Per Week Located in spectacular grounds is this Luxury Private Cottage set in a private development with secure gates * Two double bedrooms * Recently built * Accommodation comprises of:- Entrance * Luxury kitchen * Large reception * Landing * Bedrooms * Bathroom * Benefits include :- Patio area * Gas Central Heating * Carpets and laminate flooring * Parking * Available furnished or unfurn. * Woolton Village, its local shops and restaurants are located with in a stones throw of the property.

St Marys Road, L19 £140 Per Week A very spacious and well presented three double bedroom apartment * Unfurnished * Own entrance * Split over three floors * Accommodation comprises:Hall * Landings * Spacious reception room * Luxury Kitchen with washing machine * Bedrooms * Bathroom with three piece suite and shower * Gas central heated * Double glazed * Carpeted * Realistic imitation wood floors * Located within the heart of Garston its shops and transport facilities * Liverpool airport is approximately 1.4 miles away *

Mossley Hill Road, L18 £346 Per Week Located in the highest part of Mossley Hill is this impressive Three double bedroom Duplex Apartment * Fully furnished or Part furn. * Set in a private park behind security gates * Own entrance * Accommodation :- Hall * Large 32' reception * Luxury kitchen with all appliances * Cloakroom * Private Balcony with views over landscaped gardens * Landing * Bedrooms * 23' Master Bedroom with en-suite * Family bathroom * Benefits include :- Parking * Gas central heating * Double glazing * Extensive landscaped communal gardens *

Knowlsey Village £150 Per Week A lovely three bedroom semi detached Mews House which was converted around 10 years ago * Accom.:- Hall * Enormous reception and diner * Spacious kitchen * Landing * Bedrooms * Master bedroom with walk in dressing area which leads to en-suite shower room * Luxury family bathroom with sky light and travertine walls * Benefits include :- Gas central heating * Double glazing * Cooker * Hob * Fridge freezer * Furnished or Part Furnished * Off street parking * Located on the Knowsley Village border *

51A Rodney Street, Liverpool L1 9ER

Sefton Park £577 Per Week Set in one of Liverpool’s finest New developments * Built in 2008 * Overlooking the famous Victorian Sefton Park * First floor * Accom.:- Spacious Hall * Enormous reception / dining & entertaining area with Balcony * Luxury hand fitted kitchen with all modern appliances * Two double bedrooms * Two En-suite bathrooms * Cloakroom * Benefits include :- Under floor heating * Travetine floors * Video entry phone * Lift * Private Gym * Double Glazing * Set behind private security gates with underground parking *

Sefton Park £1,153 Per Week One of Liverpool’s finest Penthouses * Built in 2008 * Overlooking the famous Victorian Sefton Park * Split over the third and fourth floors with sweeping staircase * Accom.:- Spacious Hall * Enormous reception / dining & entertaining area with Balcony * Luxury hand fitted kitchen with all modern appliances * Three / Four double bedrooms * Three En-suite bathrooms * Cloakroom * Benefits include :- Under floor heating * Travetine floors * Video entry phone * Lift * Private Gym * Double Glazing * Set behind private security gates with underground parking *

Serviced accommodation from £55 per night (4 Adults) Located in the Olde Docks is this delightful two bed apartment set in the Waterloo Dock area * Built around 10 years and set in a modern purpose built block * Fully furnished * Accommodation :- Entrance hall * Large reception room with balcony and views over the Docks * Luxury Kitchen with all white goods * Bedrooms * Master with en-suite shower room * Bathroom with shower * Benefits include Heating * Double glazing * Entry phone * Parking for residents * Local shops and restaurants surround the property and are within easy walking distance *

Serviced accommodation from £55 per night (4 Adults) Located next to the famous Albert Dock and the City Centre is this Luxury Penthouse style apartment with feature floor to ceiling windows * Two bedrooms * Fully furnished * Split over two floors with internal balcony * Hall * Reception room * Luxury Kitchen with all electric appliances * Two Double bedrooms * En-suite shower room to master * Family bathroom * Benefits include :- Security gates to access the development * Allocated parking * Heating * Feature spiral staircase * Walking distance to local restaurants and the town centre *

0151 706 0505 Your Move 19

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AN EXPANDING NETWORK OF OVER 40 OFFICES - BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY NEW

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £625pcm

Waterfront Development in the Heart of the City Centre, One Bedroom Furnished, Conran Designed Seventeenth Floor Apartment, On Site Concierge, DG, EH System, Allocated Parking

CORNHILL, L1 £625pcm

Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment, Lounge, Kitchen Fitted with Appliances, Two Bedrooms with En-Suite to Master Bedroom, Family Bathroom, Roof Terrace, Lift, Electric Heating

NEW

BOOKER AVENUE, L18 £550pcm

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £550pcm

MABERLEY VIEW, L15 £500pcm

WILLOW RISE, L33 £500pcm

Two Bedroom First Floor Flat

Waterfront Development in the Heart of the City Centre, One Bedroom Furnished Conran Designed Ninth Floor Apartment, On Site Concierge, Double Glazed, Electric Heating System

NEW

DEERBARN DRIVE, L30 £525pcm

LUTON GROVE £525pcm

Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Two Receptions, Front and Rear Gardens, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating

Newly Built Three Bedroom Property, Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Downstairs WC, Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Driveway Parking, Enclosed Rear Garden, GCH, DG, Alarm

Newly Built Unfurnished Apartment, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen with Appliances, Double Bedroom with Fitted Wardrobes, Single Bedroom, Family Bathroom, DG, GCH, Allocated Parking

Unfurn Second Floor Two Bedroom Apartment, Lounge, Kitchen/Diner Leading to Balcony, Family Bathroom and En-Suite Shower Room to Master, On-Site Residents Gym, DG, EH, Allocated Parking

NEW PRICE

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £495pcm

Waterfront Development in the Heart of the City Centre, Furnished Studio, Conran Designed Third Floor Apartment, On Site Concierge, Double Glazed, Electric Heating System

STONEDALE CRESCENT, L11 £475pcm Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Lounge, Conservatory, Gardens to Front and Rear, Detached Garage to rear, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazed

LANDLORDS...

CRESSINGTON PLACE, L19 £450pcm

Two Bedroom Newly Built Apartment, Unfurnished, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen With Integrated Appliances, Balcony, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Allocated Parking

DON’T LOSE A PENNY IN RENT EVEN WHEN THE PROPERTY IS VACANT!

KIPLING STREET, L20 £395pcm

Two Bedroom Unfurnished Mid Terrace Property, Two Reception Rooms, Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Double Glazing, Rear Yard

CALL US NOW!

15-17 West Derby Village, Liverpool, L12 5HJ SALES LETTINGS MORTGAGES

telephone: 0151 256 1035 email: liverpool@northwooduk.com

RELAX... WE’LL TAKE CARE OF IT

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Cuddly Bears www.cuddly-bears.com

0151 255 0222 Property Investment • Lettings • Furnishings • Relocation • Property Management ALEXANDRA TOWER

X BUILDING

From £700pcm

Luxury 2 bed apartments, brand new development, furnished to high standard, parking avilable, viewing recommended

TEA FACTORY

Spacious 2 bedroom apart, City Centre develop, Fully furnished, Balcony, Roof terrace, 2 double beds

BAKER HOUSE

£525pcm

1 bedroom City Centre apartment, excellent central location on Matthew Street, fully furnished

MEDICI BUILDING

£750pcm

THE REACH

2 bedroom apartment, Furnished to a high standard, City Centre devel, 2 double bedrooms, Juliet Balcony

THE WOODLANDS

L25

MERRIVALE ROAD

ALL HALLOWS DRIVE

£650pcm

Brand new 3 bed semi, fitted kitchen, GCH, DG, garden to rear, driveway parking

2 bed apart in City Quay development, fully furnished, fitted kitchen, landscaped grounds, secure parking

PALL MALL

L24

£525pcm

2 & 3 bedroom houses, Quiet Culde-Sac off Speke Boulevard, Garden to rear, Fitted Kitchen, GCH, DG

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, fully furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, secure parking

CONCERT SQUARE L1

£575pcm

Spacious 1 bedroom apartment, excellent City Centre location, furnished, secure parking

CHANCELLORS COURT L8

£650pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, City Centre development, fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, fitted kitchen

CHARLTON COURT L25

£675pcm

2 bed aparts, popular development next to Liverpool Womenʼs Hospital, fully furn, 2 double beds, secure parking

BISHOPS COURT

1 bed apart, fully furn to high standard, fitted kitchen, private parking, close to Speke Airport & Retail Park

EAST FLOAT

CH42

Spacious 2 bed apart, on Aigburth Vale, next to Sefton Park, available furnished/unfurnished, secure parking

SANDHEYS AVENUE

£550pcm

2 bed apart in Wallasey, new dockland development, fully furnished, parking, easy access Wallasey Tunnel

L17

From £550pcm

From £495pcm

£550pcm

2 bedroom apartment off Halewood Road, fully furnished, central heating, fitted kitchen, secure parking

£700pcm

£595pcm

£650pcm

2/3 bed apart, on Upper Parliament St, fully furn, 2 double beds & 3rd bed/ study, fitted kitchen, secure parking

L25

ELLERMAN ROAD

£595pcm

2 bedroom apartment, brand new development, fully furnished, secure parking, viewing recommended

ADLER WAY

£550pcm

Luxury 1 bedroom apartment, city centre development off Tithebarn Street, fully furnished, kitchen

THE OVERHEAD

£750pcm

L22

£850pcm

Large 4 bed end terrace, spacious property in Waterloo, close to beach furnished, fitted kitchen

33 Cheapside Liverpool L2 2DY Email: info@cuddly-bears.com

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Rodney Street

The Coach House

• • • • • • •

• Luxury at its best • Located between the Georgian quarter and the bustling hub of City Centre • 3 large bedrooms, 2 ensuite bathrooms

Located within Sefton Park Luxury 1, 2 & 3 bedroom apartments Top of the range kitchen appliances Spacious and light rooms

£1800pcm

3 bed semi detached Newly Refurbished Fitted Kitchen, Large Garden Close to Aigburth Train Station

Windermere House, L17

• Ensuite bathrooms • Fitted Wardrobes, Secure Parking • Video Entry System, Residents Gym

From £1200pcm

Desford Road, L17

• • • •

Pinfold Road, L25

£795pcm

£1800pcm

• Large Lounge, Dining area/Utility room • Fitted Kitchen with appliances & breakfast room • Hardwood flooring, Furnished, Bills included

The Palm, Ibbotsons Lane, L17

• • • •

Set within a new development Large bedrooms with ensuite Fitted Kitchen with appliances DG/GCH Private Courtyard, Video Entry system Double Garage, Residents Gym Ideal Location

• • • •

The Reach

Large 3 bedroom Semi Detached GCH/DG Large Garden Fitted Kitchen/Fitted Wardrobes

£675pcm

Luxury apartment, Two bedrooms Ground floor, Furnished Overlooking Sefton Park Ensuite to master bedroom

£1000pcm

Albany Apartments, L3

• • • •

Luxury 2 bed apt Furnished, ECH/DG Fitted Kitchen with appliances Parking

Archibishops House, L25

• • • •

New Bertram Court, L17

A selection of 1, 2 & 3 bed apartments GCH/DG Ensuite to master bedroom Sought After Location, Residents Parking

From £650pcm

£850pcm

Focus Building

• • • •

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£650pcm

Newsham Park, L6

***JANUARY SALE*** • • • •

6th Floor, 2 Bedrooms Furn/Unfurn Fitted Kitchen Ensuite

£650pcm

• • • •

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£525pcm

• • • •

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Cashback on move in on most of our properties, call for further details £450pcm

7 Litherland Road, Liverpool L20 3BY tel 0151 933 7303 fax 0151 203 3070 email info@zestlets.co.uk website www.zestlets.co.uk Your Move 23

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Walton Vale, 479 Rice Lane 0151 523 6600 www.platinumlets.co.uk ALEXANDRA DRIVE, ORRELL PARK

Three Bedroom Semi Fully Furnished Off Road Parking Front & Rear Gardens

£775pcm WAVERTREE NOOK ROAD, CHILDWALL

PARK LANE PLAZA, CITY CENTRE

MAPLE COURT, KNOWSLEY

MARINA CRESCENT, NETHERTON

LENTWORTH COURT, AIGBURTH

Two Bedroom Apartment Integrated Appliances Economy 7 Heating Double Glazed Windows

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Gas Central Heating Fully Fitted Kitchen

Three Bedroom Semi Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Off Road Parking

Two Bedroom Apartment Allocated Parking Communal Gardens White Goods

£600pcm

£575pcm

£550pcm

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PARKSIDE MANSIONS, HUYTON

OLIVIA STREET, KIRKDALE

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Two Bedroom Apartment Furnished Fully Fitted Kitchen Double Glazed Windows

One Bedroom Apartment Seventeenth Floor Overlooking Water Views Fitted Kitchen, Appliances

Two Bedroom Apartment Economy 7 Heating Double Glazed Windows Allocated Parking

Three Bedroom Semi Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Driveway with Carport

Two Bedroom Apartment Economy 7 Heating Laminate Flooring Double Glazed Windows

£550pcm

£525pcm

£500pcm

VALE LODGE, WALTON

LONGMOOR LANE, FAZAKERLEY

Two Bedroom Apartment Recently Refurbished Allocated Parking Space Communal Gardens

One Bedroom Apartment Fully Fitted Kitchen Fitted Wardrobes White Goods

£475pcm

CHESWOOD COURT, WIRRAL

ALTBRIDGE ROAD, HUYTON

Three Bedroom End Terraced Modern Fitted Kitchen Front & Rear Gardens Driveway Parking

£475pcm

Two Bedroom Apartment Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Allocated Parking

£420pcm

£350pcm CECIL ROAD, LITHERLAND

WILLOW RISE, KIRKBY

One Bedroom Apartment Double Glazed Windows Fitted Kitchen Close to Amenities

One bedroom flat share Economy 7 Heating Double Glazed Windows Utilities Inclusive

£275pcm

£90pw

KEPLER STREET, SEAFORTH

Two Bedroom Apartment Economy 7 Heating Allocated Parking Entry Phone System

Two Bedroom Terraced Security Alarm System Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Windows

£450pcm

RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS

DINAS COURT, HUYTON

One Bedroom Apartment Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Fully Fitted Kitchen

ALDERMAN ROAD, HUNTS CROSS

L15 L32 L12 L1 L5 L32 L8 L32 L33 L15 L9 L9 L33 L9 L20 L12 L21 L24 L10 L19 L36 L36 L14 L11 L21 L10 L24 L4 L36 L21

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Castle Estates 53 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool L18 2DA t: 0151 738 1619 e: liverpool@castle-estates.co.uk w: www.liverpool.castle-estates.co.uk

YEW TREE HOUSE, L18

THE COURTYARD, L18

DUDLOW DRIVE, L18

Exclusive apartment 2/3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms 2 ensuite 2 reception rooms Roof terrace

Duplex apartment 3 bedrooms Ensuite to master Private entrance Fully furnished Secure parking

Semi-detached 4 bedrooms Fully furnished Ensuite to master Large garden Short term lease

£2500pcm

£1500pcm

£1300pcm

MOEL FAMAU VIEW, L17

ASHBURY BROOK, L17

CHILDWALL PRIORY ROAD, L16

Detached 4 bedrooms Unfurnished Ensuite to master Driveway, garage GCH, DG, alarm

Selection of aparts 2/3 bedrooms & Penthouse Concierge Residents Gymnasium Underground parking

Semi-detached 3 bedrooms 2 reception rooms Breakfast/study Furnished, garden DG, GCH, garage

£950pcm

From £925pcm

£825pcm

GARDEN APARTMENTS, L18

VICTORIA ROAD, L17

ASHBURY GABLES, L19

Triplex apartment In Victorian manor 3 double bedrooms Carpets, blinds Secure entrance Secure parking

Terraced 3 bedrooms Newly refurbished White goods included Close to amenities Laminate flooring

Apartment 2 bedrooms Unfurnished Laminate flooring GCH, secure parking Communal garden

£750pcm

£695pcm

From £650pcm

BARNDALE ROAD, L18

GAINSBOROUGH ROAD, L15

THE COLLEGIATE, L6

3 bedroom property Newly refurbished Newly fitted kitchen Unfurnished Yard GCH, DG

Refurbished property 4/5 bedrooms 2 reception rooms Kitchen/utility area GCH, DG Garden to rear

Apartment 1 bedrooms Listed building Two levels Fully furnished Central heating

£650pcm

From £625pcm

£575pcm

ELLERMAN ROAD, L3

RIVERSIDE PARK, L17

ST MICHAELS ROAD, L17

Selection of aparts 2 bedrooms Furnished/unfurnished GCH, DG Secure gated access Private parking

Selection of aparts 2 bedrooms Furnished/unfurnished Integrated white goods Allocated parking

Apartment 2 bedrooms Unfurnished Laminate throughout Redecorated Close to amenities

From £550pcm

£550pcm

MARTINDALE ROAD, L16

ALL HALLOWS DRIVE, L24

WOODBINE STREET, L5

Flat One bedroom Unfurnished White goods Electric heating Ideal for a couple

Town house 2 bedrooms Unfurnished GCH, DG Vertical blinds Private Parking

Terraced Recently refurbished 3 bedrooms Carpets, blinds DG, GCH Small rear yard

£450pcm

£395pcm

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Tobacco Wharf

West Tower

Elysian Fields

• Luxury Canal side Apartments • One/Two Bedrooms • Fully Integrated Kitchen with Appliances • Unfurnished/Furnished • Scure Parking Availabe • Luxury Fitted Bathroom

• Prestigious Beetham Development • Floors ranging from 16th-29th • Two Double Bedrooms • Custom Designed Kitchen with appliances • Fully Fitted Bathrooms • Reverse Cycle Heating & Cooling • Viewing Highly Recommended

• New Luxury Purpose built apartment • Ground Floor property • Two double bedrooms • Fully Furnished • Secure Allocated parking • 24hr concierge service

From £425pcm

From £750 pcm

£675pcm

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Alexandra Tower

Hamilton Square

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• Recently Completed Development • Situated on the 4th Floor • Two Double Bedrooms • Luxury Bathroom • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Fully Furnished • Spectacular Views of the City • Viewing Recommended

• Purpose built apartment • One double bedroom • Integrated kitchen • Fitted bathroom • Fully furnished to a high standard • Viewing recommended

£700pcm

£650pcm

£500pcm

Carina Court

Fowlers Building

Staten Court

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Second Floor Property • Two Double Bedrooms with master en-suite • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Fully Furnished • Secure Allocated Parking • Viewing Recommended

• City Centre Conversion • Second Floor Studio Apartment • Fully Furnished Accommodation • Well Maintained Fitted Kitchen • Spacious Lounge/Kitchen Area • Fitted Bathroom • Viewing Recommended

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Second Floor Two Double Bedrooms • Fully Fitted Kitchen with appliances • Fitted Bathroom with shower • Fully Furnished to high standard • Allocated Underground Parking

£595pcm

£500pcm

£750pcm

The Waterford

Manolis Yard

Hudson Gardens

• Purpose Built Development In Georgian Quarter • Second Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms with en-suite to Master • Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen • Fully Furnished • Secure Allocated Parking

£725pcm

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• Restored & Refurbished Georgian Building • First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Fitted Shower Room • Stunning Original Architecture • High Specification Throughout • Viewing Recommended

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Penthouse Property • Two/Three Double Bedrooms • Lounge open to Integrated Kitchen • Balconies viewing the City • Secure Underground Parking • Viewing Highly Recommended

£1,250pcm

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Two Double Bedrooms • Fully Fitted Kitchen • Fitted Bathroom with Shower • Unfurnished Property • Secure Underground Parking

£675pcm

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CORPORATE LETTINGS DEPARTMENT 43-47 CABLEHOUSE, CHEAPSIDE, LIVERPOOL L2 2DY T:0151 236 3366 | F:0151 236 0908 E:info@propertyfirstassets.com W:propertyfirstcorporatelettings.co.uk Halifax House, L2

Selection of 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, fully furnished, newly modernised, Victorian building, can be unfurnished on request

FROM £550 PCM

Lidderdale Court, L15

The Reach, L3

Well presented two bedroom apartments, two double bedrooms, furnished & Unfurnished apartments, integrated appliances, allocated parking

Two bedroom apartments, close to local amenities, unfurnished, en-suite to master bedroom, secure parking, viewing essential

One bedroom modern apartment, part furnished, located in the city centre, modern bathroom

FROM £525 PCM

£525 PCM

£500 PCM

The Woodlands, L25

We are pleased to present various apartments in this newly refurbished block in the highly sought after area of Sefton Park, Liverpool 17. Unfurnished apartments comprising of one and two bedrooms situated on the eighth floor. Parking is available upon request. Easy access to the City Centre and all local amenities.

Heysmoor Heights Croxteth Drive, Sefton Park, L17

A viewing of this apartment block is highly recommended.

From £485 PCM Lidderdale Court, L15

Grassendale Court, L19

Hartington Road, L8

Two bedroom modernised basement apartment, kitchen with white goods, carpeted, gas central heating, secure parking within grounds, viewing recommended

Two bedroom apartments, close to local amenities, unfurnished, en-suite to master bedroom, secure parking, viewing essential

Two bedroom apartment, unfurnished, open plan kitchen and lounge, parking, close to all local amenities

Two double bedroom apartment, first floor, fully furnished, close to local amenities, viewing highly recommended

£500 PCM

£525 PCM

Egerton Park, Wirral, CH42

£500 PCM

£450 PCM

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enquiries@cdproperties.co.uk

Visit our website www.cdproperties.co.uk for full details of all our properties

Landlords We urgently require more properties for waiting tenants! Call C&D Properties now for your FREE-NO OBLIGATION rental appraisal of your property. C&D Properties can offer landlords a wealth of knowledge and experience gained from many years within the Liverpool property market. Our strong local reputation coupled with high profile marketing will ensure the letting potential of your property is fully maximised.

Buckingham Place, Everton

London Road, City Centre

Shandon Court, London Road

NEW Excellent 1 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished, central heating • UPVC double glazing • Internal inspection essential!

1 bedroom 1st floor apartment Fully furnished, lift access • Juliette style balcony • Ideal for students

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1 bedroom apartment Tastefully furnished • Lift access • Excellent city location

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Walton Breck Road, Anfield

Acorn Court, Toxteth

Roby Street, Wavertree

NEW 3 bedroom unfurnished terrace • Gas central heating • Double glazing, laminate flooring • Fully fitted kitchen •

Spacious 2 bedroom apartment Fully furnished, electric heating • Allocated parking space • Viewing highly recommended

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Lydia Anne Street, Ropewalks

2 bedroom terraced Fully furnished • Gas central heating • Recently improved throughout

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£550pcm Norton Street, City Centre

Merchants Quay, Docklands

Property of the Week • Superb unfurnished apartment • 2 double bedrooms, GCH • Terrace with lakeside views • Allocated parking space • Fully fitted kitchen

NEW

1 & 2 bedroom flats Fully furnished, intercom security • Laminate flooring • Lift access, double glazed • •

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£550pcm Snowdon Lane, Vauxhall A range of superb 2 bedroom unfurnished luxury apartments situated in the heart of the historic Ropewalks area of the city centre and just a short walk from the brand new Liverpool 1 shopping development. The apartments benefit from intercom security, double glazing, lift access, fitted carpets & fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances. Internal inspection is strongly recommended in order to appreciate these outstanding apartments. Contact us now to arrange a viewing! Secure undercroft parking is available at an additional cost.

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Cable House, City Centre

Dunstan Street, Wavertree

NEW

NEW 3 bedroom semi detached Fully furnished, GCH, DG • Gardens Front & rear • 2 car driveway

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment Fully furnished to high standard • Intercom security & concierge • Secure undercroft parking space

5 bedroom end terraced Gas central heating • Double glazed • Fully furnished

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Central Gardens NEW

£725pcm

Elysian Fields

£700pcm

furnished

Argyle Street

part furnished

Houlgrave Road NEW

£575pcm

£475pcm

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A large studio apartment set in the heart of Liverpool’s music history. This furnished city pad is situated on the second floor and has a balcony.

furnished

Tower Building Located in the heart of the business quarter, this one bed studio style, furnished apartment would be ideally for those city workers. With living/dining area open to kitchen - an ideal space for entertaining

NEW

£600pcm

A good size one double bedroom apartment situated within one of Liverpool’s most historic building benefitting from Concierge service 24/7. Viewing highly recommended

furnished

X Building NEW

£800pcm

NEW

£475pcm

Circle 109 Award winning development with impressive atrium. This second floor apartment having one double and one single bedroom, lounge/dining area with balcony off. Convenient for JMU

part furnished

Located in arguably the best development in the City this delightful, furnished, good size, one bed apartment with balcony, Parking permit available via LCC.

furnished

NEW

A modern house located close to city centre having good size landscaped garden and off road parking. With three bedrooms this property would be ideal for a family or friends sharing

furnished

NEW

£600pcm

A recently refurbished one bedroom, part furnished apartment. Situated at first floor level briefly comprising; bedroom, modern bathroom, integrated kitchen and parking

Baker House

Harley Building

Focus Building

£585pcm

£475pcm

furnished

NEW

A part furnished apartment in this most popular development. With one double bedroom and good size living and dining space open to kitchen, benefitting from a west facing balcony.

NEW

A brand new, purpose built, stylish two bedroom, two bathroom furnished apartment benefitting from balconies and underground secure allocated parking.

Unity NEW

£550pcm

NEW

Purpose built modern apartment benefitting from two double bedrooms, en-suite shower, bathroom, living/dining open to Kitchen, secure underground parking

Balliol Road

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Penthouse pod with two bedrooms, furnished, located in the Ropewalks area, comes complete with integrated kitchen, the Master Bedroom with ensuite, Living area with balcony and a second private terrace.

NEW

£750pcm

furnished

This is a stunning Two Bedroom Apartment, situated in the financial district. Briefly comprises: lounge/ dining area, two bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. Fully integrated kitchen and secure underground parking.

VIEWINGS 7 DAYS A WEEK

Viewing hours: Mon-Thurs 9-7.30pm Tel: 0151 709 9638 Fri 9-5.30pm Email: rentals@bluerowlettings.com Sat 10-4pm Address: Suite 128 Sun 11-4pm 5 Royal Quay Kings Dock Liverpool L3 4EX www.bluerowlettings.com Book online viewings 24/7 Your Move 29

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//// YOUR GUIDE TO THE LATEST PROPERTY IN LIVERPOOL

A new look for Your Move magazine has coincided with the design of a new look for Andrew Louis sales and lettings.

Innovation, Innovation, Innovation Seeds of change for city’s housing market

The long-established brand, operating since 1989, is celebrating 20 years in business in the city with a new look logo and branding, and a fabulous transformation of its Stanley Street premises. The new design, as illustrated here in an artist’s impression, will see the offices transformed to resemble a café style environment to welcome in clients. There will be a comfortable seating area and two state of the art computers where property hunters can search for homes to view. Flat screens will depict the most desirable properties and showcase the Andrew Louis brand. Clients will be taken by car on viewings at their convenience to make the experience as informative as possible.

Liverpool’s property industry appears to be showing tentative signs of the ‘upturn’ housing minister Margaret Beckett recently referred to. While talk of ‘the green shoots of recovery’, which has caused so much controversy of late may seem premature, there are definite indications that interest among homebuyers is rising. Agents in both the suburbs and city centre are reporting increased interest in properties since the start of the year. Mike Black, director at Blacks estate agents, said: “People are taking advantage of reduced interest rates, reductions in house prices and government incentives. “Even before Christmas we saw an increase in buyers and investors but since the New Year there has been around 25 – 30 per cent increase in viewings and offers.” Sheila Renshaw, proprietor at Priory Property Services, added:

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The experienced negotiating team will be based in the rear of the premises, but will be on hand to sit and chat to clients about their needs in a more informal manner. Louis Anastasiou, managing director of the firm, commented: “We’ve been in business for a long time, and over the years we’ve had a lot of recommendations. We felt that the time is right to update our premises for the twenty-first century, celebrating our 20th anniversary, and really make sure that we maintain the best standards possible for our customers. The relaxed, informal atmosphere in the front of the premises is innovative and shows that we’re keeping up with how people are changing in the way they purchase or rent a property.”

“Since Christmas we haven’t stopped; we just need lenders to help potential buyers access funding.” Interest in city centre properties is just as healthy. Sue Taylor, head of Keppie Massie Residential, said: “We experienced strong sales in December and consequently we’re now actively looking for new, realistically priced properties to market.” There are also positive signs of recovery for new build developments in the city, with Braidwater’s The Paper Mill scheme on Henry Street going back on site at the start of the New Year and work re-starting on The Quarter, Vermont’s £100m mixed use waterfront development.

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Sssh! Want to know a better way to buy?

How does this sound Fantastic new homes with lots of extras from as little as £27,500*. Shares starting from just 25%, so you can buy the rest at a better time. Plus all the help you need to make the whole thing as smooth as possible.

Find out more Visit www.riversidehomeownership.org.uk to view the great selection of properties we’ve got available now across the city or call 0845 111 0000 * REPRESENTS 25% SHARED OWNERSHIP PURCHASE. MONTHLY RENT AND SERVICE CHARGE ALSO PAYABLE

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On The Market //// FOUR MERSEYSIDE PROPERTIES TO SUIT A RANGE OF TENANTS AND TASTES. FOUR BEST LETS

Tower Building Liverpool, L3 £1,195 PCM What’s on offer?

This fourth floor apartment in a historic building comes with two double bedrooms and spectacular views. Agent’s view

Helen Booth director at Bluerow Lettings

“If you’re looking for an executive apartment with the ‘wow factor’ then this is it. The first thing that hits you is the feeling of light and space inside this iconic, historic and cultural building. Then you notice the spectacular view of the Three Graces. The apartment offers two extremely good sized bedrooms with an en suite bathroom from the master bedroom, and a kitchen fitted to very high standards. Underground secure parking makes this impressive apartment in such a prime location one which absolutely must be experienced.” To view this property now call 0151 709 9638.

Fawley Road Allerton, L18 £1,050 PCM What’s on offer?

This delightful, detached corner plot property, situated in the popular location of Allerton, offers a beautiful family home. Agent’s view “This is a delightful detached property offering three reception rooms and a fabulous dining kitchen. The property offers very flexible living with three or four bedrooms, a family bathroom and en suite facilities. It’s within easy reach of Allerton Road and benefits from Claire E. Waldron double glazing, gas central heating and enjoys residential lettings a modest amount of privacy. This would suit manager at Move a small family and is available straight away.” Residential

To view this property now call 0151 734 6722.

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Maple Court Knowsley, L34 £600 PCM What’s on offer?

This two bedroom luxury apartment is furnished to a high specification and comes with a fully fitted kitchen, gas central heating and secure parking. Agent’s view

John Grimes managing director at Platinum Letting Agents

“Located in the heart of Knowsley Village, this two bedroom apartment has been tastefully decorated and furnished by the owner. The property benefits from a large lounge, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, and modern bathroom suite. Added to that there’s double glazing, gas central heating, communal gardens and ample residents’ parking via electric gates for added security and privacy. This property is ideal for commuters as it benefits from being close to the M57 and M62, providing excellent motorway links.” To view this property now call 0151 523 6600.

The Unity Building Rumford Place, L3 £1,750PCM What’s on offer?

This 12th floor apartment offers two double bedrooms and comes fully furnished, with parking facilities, in an exclusive city centre building. Agent’s view “This 12th Floor apartment has all the positives about city living and none of the negatives. It's spacious across two levels, and features an open plan living area with the one thing normally lacking with a city centre pad - outside space. The bedrooms are both large doubles, with one Paula Whittaker bedroom benefiting from a gorgeous en-suite head of client relations bathroom. This apartment is available with L3 at L3 Living Living’s Exclusive Flexi-Lets Contracts, where you can stay for as little or as long as you like with full digital TV, Internet access, secure parking and we even clean it for you!” To view this property now call 0845 388 9257.

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Hot Topic //// ISSUES AFFECTING YOU

An exciting new government scheme to pump more than £400 million into the housing market is helping buyers secure homes at an estimated 26 different developments across Merseyside, with properties ranging from family homes to penthouses.

The government’s helping hand for housing

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The newly announced HomeBuy Direct scheme aims to boost the property industry across the UK, and could see more than 18,000 new sale homes provided to buyers. The new package to make housing more affordable has signed up 130 property developers who will agree to offer the scheme at their developments across the UK. This will see buyers secure a property using an equity loan, partly funded by the government and the developer. If that all sounds a bit complicated, we’ve been doing the legwork to find out exactly how this will benefit you the homebuyer, and the developer, here in the north-west.

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CONNAUGHT GREEN

What exactly is shared equity… A shared equity loan works by reducing the mortgage a buyer needs for a property. The Homebuy Direct scheme offers equity loans of up to 30 per cent, from the Homes and Communities Agency and the housebuilder equally. This means that, if the new home were to cost £100,000 then the buyer needs to find a mortgage, with a qualifying lending institution, for a minimum of 70 per cent of that cost, at £70,000. Shared equity is not the same as shared ownership, and is accessible to a wide crosssection of potential buyers. Eligibility Applicants to the scheme can earn up to £60,000, so it really does cover a wide range of customers, although to ensure that you fit the criteria, contact the Homebuy agent Homeshub on the details at the bottom of this feature. Unlike other schemes, it’s not restricted to key workers or social tenants, although these are desirable candidates. Other groups of buyers such as previous homeowners and those who have experienced a relationship breakdown are also eligible, but to qualify the buyer must not be able to afford a property in their local market. Criteria The applicant to the scheme must also be able to demonstrate access to savings or sufficient funds to pay, if required, a

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deposit, which may be five per cent or more of the purchase price, as well as legal fees, stamp duty and the other costs of moving. A typical applicant will have a permanent contract of employment, although there are exceptions. They must not be names on a mortgage or be homeowners, must have a good credit history, and must be prepared to take out a first mortgage with a qualifying lender. This will be assessed according to your income, typically on a multiple ranging from three to four times your household income. Interest and payments The equity loans will cost you nothing for the first five years, after which the fee on the loan is 1.75 per cent, rising annually by the retail price index, plus one per cent. As such, the loan works as a stepping stone. After 12 months on the scheme it’s also possible to make part repayments of 10 per cent or more of the HomeBuy Direct assistance at the prevailing market value. Ownership of the property By purchasing a property on the scheme, you will still have 100 per cent title to your home, and can sell it on the open market without restriction. This also means that you are responsible for repairs and maintenance on your property. However, you will not be permitted to extend or alter the property without permission, as repayments to the agency should be a priority. A

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future sale means that both the mortgage lender and the HomeBuy Direct agent are both entitled to a share of the proceeds. This exciting new scheme is sure to tempt potential homebuyers into making a purchase. A full list of all the developments has not yet been released, but in the meantime visit Homeshub’s website to search for homes in Liverpool, Sefton, Knowsley, St Helens, Runcorn and Chester and to find out more information about the product. The award-winning Wellington Place development in Liverpool city centre offers one, two and three bedroom homes in L8, with energy efficient features, and modern kitchens and bathrooms on the scheme. Telephone 0845 603 4559 or visit www.wellingtonplace.co.uk. Miller Homes has also announced that its developments across the region are offering homes on the HomeBuy Direct scheme, including two, three and four bedroom homes at Connaught Green in Anfield, and two and three bedroom homes at Bridgewater Park in Netherley. Visit www.millerhomes.co.uk or telephone 0870 336 4700.

“This exciting new scheme is sure to tempt potential homebuyers into making a purchase.”

Where can I find out about properties available on this scheme? In our area, Homeshub is the registered one stop shop for affordable housing and will be releasing full details of the developments where the scheme is available within the next few weeks. For a copy of the Homebuy Direct Buyers Guide, contact Homeshub via the website at www.homeshub.co.uk or telephone 0845 603 4559.

EXAMPLE OF HOMEBUY DIRECT HOME OWNERSHIP Open market price of new home HomeBuy Direct buyer affordable mortgage @ 65% HomeBuy Direct buyer pays 5% deposit HomeBuy Direct buyer total contribution Agency and housebuilder assistance 30% equity loan (via two equity loans at 15% each)

£ £200,000 £130,000 £10,000 £140,000 £60,000

% 100 65 5 70 30

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Oliver James offer a full lettings and management service, providing superior rental accommodation and excellent management service. Oliver James Lettings 4 Atherton Street, Prescot Liverpool L34 5QN

0151 430 8391 info@oliverjames.co.uk www.oliverjames.co.uk

3 bed mews home costs £146,950

YOU PAY ONLY £110,212

Shared Purchase Our new SHARED PURCHASE SCHEME allows you to pay 75% of your home NOW and pay the remaining 25% in 10 years time or before, if you sell. You will own 100% of the property and you can repay the 25% earlier if you wish. With our help, you can now move up the property ladder quicker than you thought possible. Ask our Sales Executive for full details.

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Canterbury Fields, Boardmans Lane, WA9 1QX. A development of studio, 1 & 2 bedroom apartments and 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes. 3 bedroom mews home costs £146,950

£110,212 with Shared Purchase* Telephone 01744 453897

Showhome open Thursday to Monday, 10.30am – 5pm.

*Offfer *Offer f available on selected plots only and subject to terms, conditions and criteria. No buy to let purchases, maximum maximum one property property per purchaser,, ask Sales Executive for details. Price based Purchase purchaser base ed on using Shared Purchase Scheme typical example: Purchas se a property valued (£110,212) 10,212) is payable at the time off purchase. If the property is sold or transferred for £155,000 then at £146,950, 75% (£1 the en 25% (£38,750) is payable to Gladedale. If the property is sold or transferred transferred for £136,950 then 25% (£34,247) is payable to Gladedale. Gladedale. Offer Offffer subject to Advisor.. arranging mortgage through a Gladedale appointed independent in ndependent Financial Advisor YOUR HOME IS AT AT RISK IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP P REPAYMENTS. REPAY YMENTS.

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New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve at The Vincent Hotel saw 400 guests gather for the festivities, which included a Cirque du Soleil magician and swing and jazz musicians Neville Skelly and his six-piece band take centre stage, bringing the house down, and the New Year in. A top radio DJ also entertained the celebrity guests and the crowds until the early hours.

her Regular guest Claire Sweeney with evening friend Neville Skelly, singer for the

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Hot & Happening //// YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN LIVERPOOL

Easi-buy scheme at Cressington Heath Properties at new-build development Cressington Heath in Garston are now available on a deferred loan scheme.

Redrow is selling three storey Lambourne design three bedroom homes, which feature a detached single garden and en suite bathroom for just £135,995 at its south Liverpool development. They’ll purchase 60 per cent of their home for this price on the Easi-Buy scheme, and can pay back the remaining £34,000 interest free within ten years, or when they sell the property. Sales director for Redrow Homes northern developments, Christine Aitken, commented: “The

Easi-Buy incentive offered at Cressington Heath is just one of the ways we are making home ownership more achievable for buyers. The fact that we can offer this type of support as well as other cashsaving incentives, means that buying a new property is consistently proving to be cheaper and more costeffective.” The development offers a mix of contemporary and traditional designs. To find out more telephone 0845 676 0510 or visit www.redrow.co.uk.

Lovell’s mortgage payment protection North-west developer Lovell is offering buyers a range of benefits that will make buying and owning a new home an affordable reality. The developer now has a two-year mortgage payment protection for buyers, that comes with every purchase under the Lovell Peace of Mind plan. Benefits also include a monthly contribution of up to £200 towards mortgage payments and up to £50 per month to help with fuel bills, for up to two years. Those who act quickly will also receive up to £750 towards legal fees. Lovell’s regional sales manager, Elaine Taylor, said: “With the assurance of knowing 40 Your Move

their mortgage repayments will be met whatever happens to the economy over the next two years, we’re seeing some of the caution among potential buyers beginning to ease. “As more and more people realise they can still afford to make that move despite all the doom and gloom in the news, we firmly believe we’ll see the confidence coming back.” For more information on Lovell’s developments in the north-west telephone the sales hotline on 0161 905 8652 or visit www.lovell.co.uk/newhomes.

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BRAND NEW HOMES AT MONTREAL GARDENS Gleeson Homes is offering two and three bedroom homes from £99,995 at its Montreal Gardens development in Huyton.

All homes come with modern fitted kitchens, a range of quality appliances including an integrated oven, a hob and hood and plumbing for a washing machine where applicable. The development has good transport links, leisure and shopping facilities and is easily accessible for 17 primary schools, four secondary schools and Knowsley Community College.

Gleeson Home’s sales director, Julie Rayner, said: “With interest rates at an all time low there is now a great opportunity for people to buy a brand new home. We are able to offer five per cent deposit paid on selected plots so it is well worth asking for details.” Gleeson Home’s sales office is open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm. Call 0151 482 0863 or visit the website at www.gleeson-homes.co.uk.

Allerton agents’ award sucess Jones & Chapman, as part of Sequence, were the winners of three top awards at the prestigious Estate Agency of the Year Awards held recently at the QEII conference centre in London.

L - R TV Presenter Melissa Porter, Sequence Chief Executive David Plumtree, Lettings Divisional Managing Director Margaret Longden and Jez Lee, Sales Director of award sponsors LetMC.com

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As well as retaining the title of the UK Best Large Estate Agency as a member of the country’s second biggest estate agency group, Sequence was also awarded the Best Large Lettings Agency for the third year running and picked up a silver award for its Select brand. The judges praised Jones & Chapman, describing their Best Large Estate Agency entry as “outstanding” and commending them for

showing, “fleetness of foot, entrepreneurial spirit and flexibility in very difficult times.” Commenting on their success at the Estate agency of the Year Awards, Helena Greig of Jones & Chapman in Allerton said: “We’re absolutely delighted. Winning these prestigious awards for a wide range of services is fantastic recognition for our business and the people who work in it.” Your Move 41

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Prescot and Runcorn

Cheque this out! Great ways to help you move. Great VOUCHERS to help you to save.

If you have decided that 2009 is your year to move, Bryant Homes can help. We can offer you so much more – more choice, more deals, more opportunities for a money-saving move.

Download your special chequebook and get ready to save up to £17,500* on your new home. Visit taylorwimpeydeals.co.uk Prescot Speakman Gardens, Steley Way L34 5NQ 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £154,950

0845 071 8829 Runcorn The Deck, Mersey Road WA7 1GF 1 & 2 bedroom apartments from £83,950

0845 071 8710 CWha[j_d] ik_j[i WdZ iêmêc[i ef[d ZW_bo '&$&&Wc å +$)&fc *Discount voucher value equivalent to 5% of the list price of your new home. Reservations will be taken on a first come, first served basis. Offers available on selected homes and participating developments only. Vouchers may only be redeemed against selected homes across participating developments and may not be used in conjunction with any other incentives. Terms and conditions apply. Images show a typical Wessex home and apartments at The Deck. Prices correct at time of going to press.

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Connaught Green, Anﬁeld

Now pay as little as

£74,963

WAY is the easy way to own 100% of your home for 75% of the price now.

AND THAT’S NOT ALL.

• We’ll give you a 0% APR loan to make up the other 25% of the price and secure this on your property • You pay nothing on this loan for up to 10 years

25%

NO DEPOSIT TO PAY

• After 10 years, or when you sell or transfer your home, you simply pay back 25% of your home’s market value at that time

0% APR TYPICAL

NO RENT TO PAY

LEGAL FEES PAID

YOU DON’T THIS IS NOT THERE IS NO NEED TO FIND SHARED NEED TO HIT EXTRA CASH OWNERSHIP YOUR SAVINGS

Stylish 2 bed apartment – total purchase price £99,950

PAY JUST 75% NOW: £74,963 Connaught Green, Belmont Grove, Anﬁeld, L6 4EJ Marketing Suite open Thursday to Monday, 10.30am to 5.30pm connaughtgreen@miller.co.uk

0800 840 8526 | www.millerhomes.co.uk YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP THE REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT

*HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES: You buy a Miller home costing £99,950. You raise a fi rst mortgage for £74,963 (75%) from your bank or building society. We lend you the remaining £24,989 (25%) for up to ten years through WAY . You repay 25% of the value of your home when you sell or transfer it. If you decide to sell the property:- After 8 years and the value of your home has increased to £109,950, the amount due under your WAY loan would be £27,488; or After 2 years and the value of your home has fallen to £89,950, the amount due under your WAY loan would be £22,488 (remember house prices can go up or down). You must repay your fi rst mortgage before you repay your WAY loan. If the value of your home falls there may not be enough sale proceeds to repay both loans. The WAY scheme is plot specfic and subject to status. The WAY loan cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Miller Homes reserves the right to withdraw the WAY scheme at any time. Credit provided by Miller Homes Limited of Miller House, 2 Lochside View, Edinburgh EH12 9DH. Subject to Miller Homes’ standard terms and conditions. See our website for full details. Photography represents typical Miller Homes’ interiors. Prices and availability correct at time of going to print.

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Area Focus

yourmovemagazine.com By Lucy Oliver

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Regenerating Anfield Just a few miles north of Liverpool city centre, the community of Anfield is seeing a revival. Always a busy district, businesses and the community should see a lift with the success of the housing market renewal programme over the next ten years bringing new homes and prospects for the community.

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Area Focus //// ANFIELD

THE COUNTER

LEANN HAGAN IN THE SANDWICH CABIN

LORRAINE STOBA IN THE FRUIT SHOP

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LENA HAGAN ON THE GRIDDLE

PRIORY ROAD The businesses on Priory Road are welcoming and busy, with local people enjoying shopping and socialising. The Sandwich Cabin, which has been open now for four years, serves breakfast and lunch and caters for events. Leann Hagan, pictured preparing a sandwich, has worked in the café for six months alongside her mother, Lena Hagan. They’ve always lived in the area, and enjoy being part of a small business in a busy community. A few doors down at The Fruit Shop, Lorraine Stoba has served customers with fresh fruit and vegetables for 15 years, and only moved away from her local home a few years

ago. The abundance of fresh goods suggests a good turnover of stock in the busy shop, which also sells tinned and packet goods. In Venus: The Designer Florist, a chic rose patterned wallpaper and a tiled mythological scene promise the beauty suggested in the name; the rich hued flowers and intricate designs created by Claire Toner and her creative team certainly live up to expectation. Florist Elizabeth Mooney says customers are already making preparations for Valentine’s Day; they’ll surely find something apt in this treasure trove. Across the road in Serendipity, Sharon Andrews has been selling fancy goods, bags and jewellery for eight years to locals and visitors, with a selection that beguiles. Priory Road is also home to

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TOP: A FLORAL DISPLAY IN VENUS LEFT: FANCY GOODS IN SERENDIPITY

ELIZABETH MOONEY IN VENUS: THE DESIGNER FLORIST

Priory animals get Property better, and the ANN MURPHY AND MURPHY Services, the local people are first port of call really nice.” for househunters, Friendly receptionist where proprietor Sheila Ann Murphy introduces us to Renshaw has already reported Murphy, the boxer, who’s a busy month after Christmas, keen to assert his territory: in request for property. “I couldn’t have any other It’s also the venue for pets; he’d never let me!” Crawford and Crawford Anfield Breckside Veterinary Services. The Community Council long established practice, a few doors down, was set where the current owner up to make sure that the worked previously as a vet, community and residents welcomes local customers with feel involved in the issues their pet dogs, cats and rabbits affecting them. The – as the majority of pets seem staff are all residents to be in the area, we’re told – themselves, and put together for checkups and routine events and support networks, operations. Yvette Morrison, including the Positively 21, has been working as a Inspired Parents group, which veterinary nurse for five years: build links between parents “It’s different every day here. and organisations in the It’s busy and mad at times, community, and employment but it’s rewarding to see the and health services.

THE PROPOSED STADIUM

LANDMARKS The regeneration projects in the area in housing and the community are complemented by the focus on developing Stanley Park into a new stadium by 2012. Owned by L.F.C. and with approval granted for an extensive redevelopment, funding remains the question mark hanging over the scheme, but this is said to be only a short-term difficulty. If it is built in time, the new seating and facilities could host such prominent events as the 2018 World Cup, should England win the right to host it. Events like this would certainly give the area an added boost.

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Area Focus //// ANFIELD

BRENDA O’CONNOR AND PETER WYETH IN THEIR NEW HOME

REGENERATION Already, small pockets are welcoming families into newly renovated and refurbished properties. Just a week or so prior to going to print, housing minister Margaret Beckett visited Tancred Road where refurbished homes under the Affordable Housing Development Company (AHDC) Rockfield Project have already seen members of the community enjoying their newly renovated homes. AHDC’s programme to energise the area bordered by Anfield Road, Back Rockfield Road and Lothiar Road was recognised at the Your Move awards 2008 with the Environmental Award for its energy efficient designs and installations, which see low costs for homeowners and added benefits for the environment. Adjacent to Anfield’s football stadium, the project is investing multi millions of pounds to transform the area for visitors and the local community. Ian Robinson, chief executive officer of AHDC, commented on the scheme: “What is so remarkable about the AHDC ‘model’, as against anything I have seen before in my 42 year career in housing regeneration, is that 48 Your Move

BELOW: IAN ROBINSON, AHDC, MEETS MARGARET BECKETT

“AHDC is providing the community with what it wants: houses with character in the areas that they are familiar with…”

it ticks the boxes for everyone. It moves quickly with no red tape and, most amazingly, no government funding. “Margaret Beckett visited the AHDC show house last week in Tancred Road, and I do believe she was quite stunned at the quality level the AHDC model had achieved. She was also complimentary about the level of partnership working with the Liverpool city council, Arena and NewHeartlands Pathfinder, which has helped to create this second large pilot scheme. “AHDC is providing the community with what they want: houses with character in the areas that they are familiar with, preserving communities and forcing houses out of negative equity by restoring market confidence in the structures. The product that we offer currently is larger than the equivalent new build house. A four bedroom house, with master en suite, is perhaps in the region of £50 - £60 thousand pounds cheaper, and comes with many energy saving fixtures.” A show home is available to view at Tancred Road in L4 at weekends from 1pm until 4pm; call Sutton Kersh on 0151 521 7383.

Three and four bedroom properties are available, and prices start at £139,999. The new Keepmoat development of mixed tenure properties, managed by Arena Housing, also offered homes to families in time to move in before Christmas, under the Housing Market Renewal Programme in Anfield. Brenda O’Connor and her partner Peter Wyeth moved onto the Robson Street development ‘Rosemount’ as Brenda’s daughter Alison, and her children Sophie and Jack, moved in next door. The families lived next door to one another on Herschell Street before the demolition programme, and keeping families together has been a priority. Cllr Marilyn Fielding, executive member for Safer, Stronger Communities, at the city council commented: “Seeing people celebrating their first Christmas in homes that the housing market renewal initiative has created is really rewarding as it takes a lot of hard work from all our partners to make this happen. “The regeneration in Anfield is a long process and progress like this is something we should be proud of and something of which we look forward to seeing more.”

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TRANSPORT The Sheil Road Circular buses, numbers 26 and 27, travel through Anfield on a very regular service from Paradise Street bus station. The 19 and 19a run from Anfield to Gillmoss and Kirkby, ending at the Kirkby Industrial Estate. The 17 operates a regular service to Fazakerley Hospital from Liverpool, passing through Anfield. On home match and cup days a soccer bus takes football fans to the ground from Sandhills station.

If you’re looking for a new home in Anfield, we’ve sourced some typical properties to inspire you. ANFIELD BEST BUY For Sale This two bedroom terrace on Golden Grove is on the market at £79,995, and offers two reception rooms, a fitted kitchen, central heating and a rear yard. Contact Priory Property Services to arrange a viewing on 0151 260 0300.

For more information on all of these services contact Traveline on 0871 200 2233.

SCHOOLS Anfield is a popular area with families due to the number of primary schools, including All Saints Catholic Primary, Anfield Infant and Anfield Junior Schools, Breckfield Community Primary, Pinehurst Primary and St Margaret’s C of E Primary. North Liverpool Academy, specialising in business and enterprise, maths and computing, is also in the area.

ANFIELD BEST LET To Rent This three bedroom mid terrace on Courthorpe is available to rent at £550 PCM on an unfurnished basis. It offers a prominent position, close to Queens Drive and Walton Hall Avenue, and includes a lounge/dining area with French doors, laminate flooring, a spacious garden and a shed. Contact Sutton Kersh lettings department on 0151 207 5923.

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House of the week Q&A With Julia Ford, Head of Conveyancing Q I have had my house on the market for a while but it seems that the current credit crunch may be affecting new buyers. I am now thinking of a possible extension to the house but am unsure what consents I need for this. Can you please advise? A Firstly you will need to contact your local authority’s planning and building control department to find out if you need to obtain planning permission. Most of the local authorities have good websites which are user friendly and can provide helpful information on how to submit your applications together with the relevant forms to complete. The majority of extensions will require planning permission and your completed application form together with a plan should be submitted to the local authority in writing for approval. A fee will be payable and the local authority will advise you of this. The authority has criteria which will need to be met in order for planning permission to be granted. If permission is granted, there may be conditions which you will have to comply with. Most planning permissions state they you have 5 years in which to commence the work. In addition building regulation approval must be obtained. Building Control is not the same as planning permission and this must be applied for with the Building Control department. Building Control ensures that buildings are properly designed and built for the health, safety, welfare and convenience of people using them. Again, plans are checked to ensure all information is shown and that it complies with building regulations. If approval is given, work can start on site. The Building Control officer will visit the site at regular intervals to ensure that the work is completed in accordance with the plans. Once the extension is complete, you will be issued with a Final Completion Certificate. The planning permission and final completion certificate must be kept in a safe place as if you do eventually sell the house, you will need to pass these to your solicitor.

Green Brow combines luxurious living within an environmentally friendly environment that makes our homes both a pleasure to live in and affordable to run. This is a unique opportunity to own a splendid new home in an area bursting with potential and within easy walking distance of Liverpool city centre.

PLOT 10 £125,000 Purchase 75% (£93,750) now and the remaining 25% by 2018 with no rent to pay. For further details and an appointment to view call Linda Bennett on 07918

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“I would put Steven Gerrard and Jamie Carragher in the Big Brother house. As an Evertonian, it would give me no end of pleasure to see Liverpool struggle during the weeks they were absent, and if they were in there this year they would have missed not one, but two Merseyside ‘derby’ matches.”

“I would put Lorraine McCulloch, the celebrity stylist, into the Big Brother house. I could just picture her picking everyone’s clothes out for them and laying them on their beds for the morning. Lorraine would be able to go through their clothes and tell them what to wear with what. At least there would be no fashion faux pas while she was around.”

Which Scouser would you put in the Celebrity Big Brother house? Five Liverpudlian housemates have appeared on the programme to date, including the first ever reality show winner, Craig Phillips. We ask you to decide who’s next to go in.

“CBB now feels like a desperate or last ditched attempt for fame and fortune. It was very entertaining the year Pete Burns subjected himself to the house, a cruel yet intelligent man. I’d like to see Ken Dodd or Paul O’Grady in there, somebody with character, intelligence, who offers entertaining and comedy value, but is generally a private public figure, so interesting and intriguing. One thing is certain Scousers will always add sure-fire entertainment value.”

Frank McKenna chairman, Downtown Liverpool In Business

Carolyn Hughes managing director, Carolyn Hughes PR

Bill Elms director, Bill Elms Associates

“Carl Finning, director and senior chef at 3345 Parr Street Studios. He’s cooked for so many divas, not all musicians, from Gwyneth Paltrow and Coldplay to Diana Ross. He inevitably ends up drinking the finest wines with them in the boardroom after dinner and rips them to pieces but Thomas Lang never manages to offend them and they director, Parr Street love it. He’s one of the funniest people I’ve Studios Ltd ever met. A proper gent, fantastic chef and a fast, sharp Scouse wit.”

“I’d put Freddie Starr in the Celebrity Big Brother House. Imagine Michelle – if she thinks Coolio is a wind-up merchant then, wow, they’d need buckets to mop up the tears! The Diary Room would be priceless, and God help us when it came to the tasks. I’d love to see Freddie Starr singing Sean Styles Endless Love with Verne Troyer. Then, presenter, when the mask began to slip it would just BBC Radio Merseyside be TV heaven.”

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interview ON THE LADDER

The Domestic Energy Assessor Tom O’Clee, Energy Reporter Having trained as a domestic energy assessor, Tom O’Clee set up business Energy Reporter a year ago, undertaking Energy Performance Certificates as part of Home Information Packs. Tom undertakes energy inspections, checking heating systems, lighting systems and the fabric of buildings. How has your career progressed? The property and construction industries have always been a real passion for me. I moved to Liverpool a decade ago to study at the University of Liverpool and during holidays worked as a labourer on-site. After my degree I did an apprenticeship in carpentry, working for bespoke joiners, renovating properties. Then two years ago I decided to widen my horizons and train as an energy assessor. I’m really enjoying working in another part of the industry. The key to success is… …knowing how important it is to put honesty and integrity first. For me, it’s the only way to behave and is key to building a good reputation. My greatest influence is… My father. He has always been his own boss and advised me that being bold and working hard pays off. If stranded on a desert island, what couldn’t you live without? My dog, laptop, tools and an endless supply of mashed potato! Sounds nice actually, where do I sign up?

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Movers How did you find this property? I was looking on the Internet for properties in town. We decided to move here because my wife works in the city centre and it’s close by, easy to get to, and cuts out any transport. We asked Keppie Massie for their advice and they were really helpful. Where did you move from? We moved from a three bedroom detached house in Huyton and didn’t want to move into something too small. The fact that this is quite a big apartment really attracted us to it. We wanted something that would fit in all of our furniture and this was perfect. It also has lovely views from the living area looking out over the River Mersey. How is the apartment laid out? As you come in there are two utility rooms on the left hand side. There are steps leading down to the two bedrooms and the master bedroom has an en-suite. If you walk back up the steps there is a long hall, which leads off onto the family bathroom. The dining area and separate kitchen area are at the end of the hall. Do you have a theme? We have a lot of Indian-type furniture, which is all made up from dark woods with nuts and bolts incorporated into it. We bought the majority of it from the Maharani range at John Lewis where my wife works.

Philip McChrystal, 34, is a bus driver from Liverpool and has just bought a two-bedroom apartment at Wapping Dock with his wife, Kerrie, 36, a manager at John Lewis department store.

What are your favourite features? The big patio windows look out onto a lovely view of the river and the balcony area, where we’ve put a table and two chairs. It will be perfect for dining out in the summer. Walking up the steps to the dining area we have a large Maharani dining table with bench style seats and a tall, dark, wooden chest of drawers.

And what about the bedrooms? We only moved in at the very end of December so we are still to decorate the bedrooms. They have fitted units already in them and we are going to stick with the brown and cream colour scheme. We also have cream coloured canvas pictures on the walls. What is your bathroom like? The main family bathroom has a grey and white fitted suite, which includes a corner bath. We have spotlights on the ceilings, white tiled walls and a light brown coloured laminate floor. We also have two grey canvas pictures on the bathroom walls. And your kitchen? The kitchen is newly fitted with sleek brown cupboards, cream coloured laminate flooring and spotlights. What are your favourite features of the property? I really love the layout of this apartment. Many of the spaces in the city that we looked at were quite cramped and would never have fitted all our furniture in. We’re really pleased with it.

Describe your living area… We have a three, a two and a one seat chocolate brown three-piece suite, a large, brown wooden Maharani coffee table, which sits in the middle of the room, and laminate flooring. We have a big flat-screen television, three large canvas pictures and a large mirror with a dark, wooden frame.

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Moving? //// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET

How to use the guide

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On the following pages is our unique guide for you, the buyer, to find your ideal home quickly and easily. Are you moving? If the answer is yes then simply select the area you want and the price bracket, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s simply the most effective way to source the most suitable homes! Once you have found the properties you are interested in, telephone the Estate Agent or Developer for more details and arrange an appointment to view.

L29

L31

L23 L22

L30 L21

L33

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L10 L9

L20

L12 L6

L13

L3 L2

L14

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KNOWSLEY MBC

902.56 918.00 946.21 926.36 885.72 924.83 882.80

1,052.99 1,071.01 1,103.91 1,080.76 1,033.35 1,078.97 1,029.94

1,203.43 1,224.01 1,261.62 1,235.16 1,180.97 1,233.12 1,177.08

1,353.85 1,377.01 1,419.32 1,389.55 1,328.59 1,387.25 1,324.21

1,654.71 1,683.01 1,734.73 1,698.34 1,623.83 1,695.53 1,618.48

1,955.56 1,989.02 2,050.13 2,007.13 1,919.08 2,003.81 1,912.75

2,256.41 2,295.01 2,365.53 2,315.91 2,214.31 2,312.08 2,207.01

2,707.70 2,754.02 2,838.64 2,779.10 2,657.18 2,774.50 2,648.42

PROPERTY AINTREE FORMBY HIGHTOWN INCE BLUNDELL LITTLE ALTCAR LYDIATE MAGHULL MELLING SEFTON THORNTON OTHER AREAS

967.14 933.17 933.53 935.47 936.43 969.29 988.85 941.66 940.58 933.96 930.72

1,128.32 1,088.70 1,089.12 1,091.38 1,092.50 1,130.84 1,153.66 1,098.60 1,097.35 1,089.62 1,085.83

1,289.52 1,244.23 1,244.71 1,247.30 1,248.58 1,292.39 1,318.47 1,255.55 1,254.12 1,245.29 1,240.96

1,450.71 1,399.76 1,400.30 1,403.21 1,404.65 1,453.94 1,483.28 1,412.49 1,410.88 1,400.95 1,396.08

1,773.10 1,710.82 1,711.48 1,715.04 1,716.80 1,777.04 1,812.90 1,726.38 1,724.41 1,712.28 1,706.33

2,095.47 2,021.88 2,022.66 2,026.86 2,028.94 2,100.14 2,142.52 2,040.26 2,037.94 2,023.60 2,016.56

2,417.85 2,332.93 2,333.83 2,338.68 2,341.08 2,423.23 2,472.13 2,354.15 2,351.46 2,334.91 2,326.80

2,901.42 2,799.52 2,800.60 2,806.42 2,809.30 2,907.88 2,966.56 2,824.98 2,821.76 2,801.90 2,792.16

PROPERTY ALL AREAS

964.25

1,124.96

1,285.67

1,446.38

1,767.80

2,089.22

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LIVERPOOL CITY

PROPERTY CRONTON HALEWOOD KNOWSLEY PRESCOT TARBOCK WHISTON OTHER

SEFTON MBC

COUNCIL TAX INFORMATION 2009

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//// HOMES FOR SALE L1 £215,000 Staten Court Two bedroom duplex penthouse, 2 balconies, parking.

£160,000 South Ferry Quay Two bedrooms, river views, secure parking.

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King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£149,950 South Ferry Quay 2 bedrooms, parking.

£148,950 OIRO Roosevelt Drive 3 bed semi, double glazing, gas central heating, conservatory, modern kitchen, spacious modern bathroom, 2 car drive, garage, front and rear gardens, tasteful décor.

£210,000 Argyle Court Two bedrooms, large terrace, parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£139,950 Trafalger Court 2 bedrooms, original features, parking permit.

£199,950 Cornwallis Court Two bedroom duplex penthouse, balcony, parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£54,950 Falcon Hall Road 1 bedroom apartment, ground floor, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, modern bathroom, tasteful décor, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£125,000 St Paul's Square 1 bedroom, balcony.

£154,950 Manhatten Place 2 bedrooms, balcony, secure parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£115,000 FQS South Ferry Quay 1 bedroom, parking, Marina views.

£121,000 Argyle Court 1 bedroom, balcony.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£89,950 London Road 1 bedroom 3rd floor apartment. Intercom security, lift access, wood laminate flooring, Juliet style balcony rail. NO CHAIN.

L3 £345,000 The Colonnades Two bedrooms, river views, 2 parking spaces. King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £230,000 St Paul's Square Two bedrooms, balcony, parking. King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £225,000 Quebec Quay Two bedrooms, corner apartment, parking. King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £225,000 Beetham Tower Two bedrooms, stunning views, parking.

L11 £64,950 Wellesbourne Place Two Bedroom End Terraced Property. Large Rear Garden. Gated Driveway. Parking. Requires Some Improvement. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035 £64,950 Abdale Road Two Bedroom End Terraced Property. Large Rear Garden. Gated Driveway Parking. Requires Some Improvement. NO CHAIN.

£74,950 Ellerslie Road Five Bedroom End Terrace Property. Two Reception Rooms. Kitchen. Bathroom. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035 £39,950 Insall Road Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment. Large Reception Room. Kitchen. UPVC Double Glazed. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035 £34,950 New Road Court Studio apartment, 1st floor, kitchen/bathroom, studio lounge, part modernised, communal parking and gardens, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

L14 £74,995 Capricorn Crescent Modern Two Bedroom End Terrace. Driveway Parking. Front and Rear Gardens. Double Glazing. No Chain. Northwood: 0151 256 1035

L15

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 Northwood: 0151 256 1035

L4 £64,950 Roxburgh Street Three Bedroomed Mid Terrace. Two Reception Areas. Fitted Kitchen. Ground Floor Bathroom. UPVC Double Glazed. Gas Central Heating System. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035 £44,950 Stonehill Avenue Two Bedroom End Terrace. Two Reception Areas. Fitted Kitchen. Ground Floor Bathroom. UPVC DG. GCH. No Chain. Requires some Upgrading.

£59,950 Hebden Road Three Bedroom Semi Detached Property. Lounge. Kitchen. Family Bathroom. Gas Central Heating System. Large Rear Garden. NO CHAIN.

£47,500 Childwall Avenue Two Bedroom Mid Terrace. Fitted Kitchen. Shower Room. Requires Improvement and Modernisation. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035

Northwood: 0151 256 1035

L11 £74,995 Princes Drive Three Bedroom Mid Terrace property. Kitchen.

L17 £159,000 Heyesmere Court 2 bedroom 1st floor luxury apartment GCH, double glazing, video entry system, integrated kitchen appliances, fitted wardrobes, en suite shower room, Juliet balcony and one allocated parking space.

Northwood: 0151 256 1035 Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Northwood: 0151 256 1035 King Sturge 0151 242 6490

L6 £215,000 Waterloo Warehouse Two bedroomed duplex apartment, parking.

£134,950 The Collegiate 1 bedroom, period features, parking, balcony.

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VERTICALS VENETIAN ROLLERS

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £166,950 Waterloo Quay Two bedrooms, balcony, dock views, parking. King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£48,000 Sedley Street Two Bedroom Mid Terrace Property. Lounge. Kitchen. Downstairs Bathroom. Part UPVC Double Glazed. NO CHAIN. Northwood: 0151 256 1035

£165,000 Quebec Quay Two bedrooms, ground floor, parking.

Unit 39 Garston Industrial Estate Liverpool 19 Continuation of Banks Rd,

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £164,950 Waterloo Quay Two bedrooms, balcony, dock views, parking.

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£99,950 Deane Road Three bedroom terraced property, GCH, laminate flooring, security alarm system, integrated kitchen appliances. No Chain.

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L20 £269,950 Oxford Avenue 3 storey semi, 6 bedrooms, modern kitchen/diner, utility/cloakroom, stylish bathroom, en-suite, drive, gardens, no chain. (part exchange considered). Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £169,950 Oxford Avenue Semi detached, 3 storey, 7 bedrooms, gas central heating, needs modernisation, 2 car drive, front and rear gardens, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £114,950 Thornton Road Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, modern bathroom, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

£79,950 OIRO Thornton Road Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, DG, gas central heating, spacious kitchen, popular location, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £74,950 Fleetwoods Lane Mid town house, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, GCH, secondary glazing, utility, driveway, front and rear gardens.

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

£169,950 St Johns Road, Waterloo Shop/possible flat, 3 storey building, reception and store rooms, duplex offices/flat, bathroom/kitchen, modern fitments, no chain.

£750pcm Tea Factory Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, City Centre development next to Bold Street, Fully furnished, Balcony, Communal Roof terrace with panoramic City Views.

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

L30

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £69,950 Olivia Street Mid terrace, 2 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, DG, GCH, kitchen/diner, modern bathroom, no chain.

£109,950 St Ambrose Croft End town house, three bedrooms, DG, GCH, modern bathroom, diner/utility, 4 car drive, front and rear gardens.

£67,950 Bianca Street 2 bed terrace, extended, 2 reception rooms, gas central heating, modern kitchen, part modernised, tasteful décor.

£59,950 Mildmay Road End Terrace, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Reception Rooms, Part gas central heating, courtyard, popular location, investment opportunity, no chain.

£700pcm Manolis Yard 2 bed f/f apartment. Fully fitted kitchen with built in oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. Parking. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £106,950 Gloucester Road Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, double glazing, gas central heating, stylish kitchen/diner, modern bathroom, courtyard, tastefully modernised.

L22

£78,950 Higher End Park Mid town house, 3 bed, 2 reception rooms, DG, warm air heating, gardens, communal parking, no chain.

From £700pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bedroom apartments, Brand new waterfront development, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, River views, Secure parking available. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

L32 £199,950 Dickens Close 4 bedroom detached property. Gardens to the front and rear, integral garage, GCH system and DG windows. No chain.

£625pcm The Reach 2 bedroom apartment, Furnished to a high standard, Popular City Centre development on Leeds Street, 2 double bedrooms, Juliet Balcony. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £98,950 Leicester Road Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen/diner, tasteful décor, no chain. Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

From £575pcm Concert Square 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, City Centre location, Furnished to a high standard, 2 bed / 2 bathroom, Secure parking.

L35 £59,950 Antonio Street Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, GCH, kitchen/diner, modernisation required, investment opportunity, no chain.

£159,950 Windy Arbor Close 3 bedroom semi detached, GCH, DG. Andrew Louis 0151 292 8880

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077 £89,950 OIRO Marsh Lane Shop/apartment, shop reception area, duplex apartment, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, modern fitments, parking opposite, no chain. (Access is via front of shop to apartment, so minor work required to give separate access). Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

L21

TO LET

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

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£104,950 Croftwood Grove 2 bed town house, fitted kitchen, gardens.

£550pcm Central Gardens Fully furnished city centre apartment. Modern fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. Bathroom with shower. Allocated car park space.

Andrew Louis 0151 292 8880 £139,950 Bedford Place 4 bedroom detached property offering spacious family accommodation. GCH, DG, large driveway, low maintenance rear garden with timber storage shed. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£84,950 Litherland Road Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, stylish kitchen, modern bathroom, no chain.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L36 £129,950 Jefferies Crescent 3 bed semi detached, fitted kitchen, drive & gardens.

£550pcm Sir Thomas Street 1 bedroom 1st floor apartment. GCH, laminate flooring, video entry system and integrated kitchen appliances.

Andrew Louis 0151 292 8880

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£64,950 OIRO Hinton Street Mid terrace, 2 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, GCH, modernisation required, investment opportunity, tenanted at £360 per month or vacant possession.

£89,000 offers around Lynstead Road Three bedroom town house, GCH, DG, Fitted kitchen.

£495pcm Bold Place 1 bedroom apartment, Furnished, Excellent central location.

Blacks Estates: 0151 933 7077

Andrew Louis 0151 292 8880

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Thursby Drive L32 3 bed new build houses, Very high standard GCH, DG, fitted kitchen, Blinds & carpets inc, garden £595 per cal month Tel 0161 925 5081 Bowring Court, Roby Rd L14 2 double bed apartments to rent, GCH, DG, laminate & carpet throughout, Brand new, very high standard, Juliette balconies, communal gardens, Excellent location convenient to city & motorways, Private gated parking From £850 - £875 pcm Tel 0161 925 5081

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From a slipped tile, to a new roof. New gutters also fitted. Free quotes call Ian 07597 365378

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£450pcm Hudson Gardens Looking for someone to share, quality fully furnished apartment with two balconies, to include all utility bills. Available 1st Feb 2009.

From £595pcm Ellerman Road 2 bedroom apartment in the City Quay development, Fully furnished, Fitted kitchen, Set in landscaped grounds, Secure parking.

£475pcm Elphin Grove Two bedroom terrace in Walton. Furnished, D/G, CH. Lounge, dining room. Kitchen. Bathroom. 2 double bedrooms. Small yard to the rear.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

£575pcm The Reach Fully furnished apartment, 2 large bedrooms, a fully fitted kitchen with all integrated appliances.

£470pcm Madeley Street Second floor apartment within a secure development off Boaler Street. Hall, lounge, two bedrooms, fitted kitchen with Dishwasher, Fridge Freezer, Washing Machine, Juliet Balcony to lounge, Part Laminate/Carpets. Secure parking.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Contact Phill Tel 07886833221 £375pcm Derwent Road West 1 bedroom apartment located in Old Swan. Living room, kitchen and bathroom. Available: 30/01/2009.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £350pcm Day Street Unfurnished 3 bed flat located in Old Swan. Living room, kitchen, Three bedrooms. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

£575pcm Pall Mall Beautiful large one bedroom apartment in Jenkinson's Warehouse in business district. Kingsize bedroom, designer bathroom, open plan living room, sep kitchen. Suit professional single or couple. Available immediately. Call Melanie on 07906 451144

£995pcm Cable House Show stopping 2 double bedroom duplex penthouse apartment in the heart of the city centre. Property benefits from 2 enormous balconies with unrivalled views as well as high spec furnishings and fixtures. Fully fitted kitchen, parking and stunning views.

FROM £550pcm Ellerman Road Selection of 2 bedroom furnished and unfurnished apartments on Riverside Drive. The property in brief comprises of 2 double bedrooms, open plan lounge / kitchen and bathroom. Has gas central heating and double glazing and benefits from private parking, secure gated access.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619

£500pcm Rainford Gardens A large open plan single bedroom furnished studio with balcony.

£495pcm The Reach 5th floor lovely one bedroom apartment excellent condition concierge avail with secure parking intercom.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 H R Properties 0151 933 9633

L3 £700pcm Alder Way Luxury two bedroomed apartment, Fully furnished to a high standard, two double bedrooms, Secure parking, Set in landscaped grounds overlooking lake.

£500pcm Anglican Court 2 bedroom apartment, Just off Upper Parliament Street, Fully furnished, Secure parking, Close to City Centre.

L4 £450pcm Ince Avenue A Large Three Bed Terraced located in Anfield. Entrance, Living Room/Dining Room. Kitchen, Bathroom, Yard. Available: Now.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

£495pcm Elswick Street £100 Cashback on move in. Two bedroom mid terrace property situated in the bread streets of Liverpool. The property comprises of hall, large lounge, fitted kitchen, three piece bathroom, two double bedrooms, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, On Road Parking, Close to City Centre.

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303 Zest Lets 0151 933 7303 £330pcm Morecambe Street Two bed terrace house with GCH. Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515

£395pcm Devonshire Road Large one bedroom flat carpeted decorated off road parking door intercom. H R Properties 0151 933 9633

L7 £300pcm Lockerby Road 1 bedroom newly refurbished apartment, laminate flooring, GCH, fitted kitchen units, white bathroom suite, off road parking. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L9 £500pcm Carlake Grove Two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Lounge, kitchen, bathroom. 1st floor apartment. Allocated parking, quiet close. Available: 04/02/2009. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

L8 From £600pcm Devonshire Road West £100 Cashback on move in. A selection of luxury apartments set in the sought after area of Princess Park/Aigburth. All two bedrooms with fitted kitchens, bathrooms with fitted shower. Secure parking at the rear, on road parking to the front. Close Liverpool City Centre and The Albert Dock. Viewing highly recommended.

L12 £550pcm Colonel Drive Two bedroom furnished apartment. Lounge, kitchen, family bathroom. Allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303 From £575pcm Chancellors Court 2 bedroom apartments, Popular development off Upper Parliament Street, Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, Secure parking.

£550pcm Sherwood Court Furnished 3 bed semi located in Croxteth Country Park. Living room, kitchen/ diner. Garage. Garden. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 £650pcm Pall Mall Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, City Centre development, Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, Open plan living & fitted kitchen. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 £625pcm Hatton Gardens Fully furnished 2nd floor split-level apartment comprising 1 double bedroom, one single bedroom, open plan living area, fully equipped kitchen, parking space. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£400pcm Breck Road Recently refurbished large2 bedroom unfurnished apartment. GCH, fitted kitchen, bath/shower, laminated flooring, fully alarmed and intercom system. Water rates included in the rent.

£525pcm Croxteth Road Newly decorated, immaculate & unfurnished 2 bedroom flat. GCH, modern kitchen & bathroom suite, security intercom, parking space available.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£575pcm October Drive Three bed Town House. Entrance. Living Room. Kitchen, Family Bathroom. Ensuite, Garden. Available: Now.

£575pcm The Collegiate 1 Bedroom Apartment in a listed building conversion. The apartment is on two levels, is Fully Furnished, CH.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619 £595pcm The Overhead 2 bedroom apartment, Brand new development on the dock road, Fully furnished, Secure parking, Viewing recommended.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £600pcm Fontenoy Street 3 bedroom semi detached Large kitchen with newly fitted oven and hob, space for washing machine. Large rear garden and off road parking.

£535pcm Turnberry Close A spacious two bedroom Semi Detached property located in West Derby. Unfurnished, Double bedroom, Fitted wardrobes. Driveway suitable for 3 vehicles, Garden. Available: Now.

£475pcm Dorset Road Two bedroom unfurnished semi detached Lounge, dining room, kitchen. Family bathroom, yard. Close to amenities. Good bus routes to City Centre. Available: Now.

CALL PETER ON 07947 119 162 FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

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//// HOMES TO LET £525pcm Colonel Drive Two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Lounge, kitchen, family bathroom. Allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: Now.

£280pcm Day Street A spacious one bedroom apartment located in Old Swan. Close to amenities Excellent bus routes. Viewing recommended, Available: Now.

£575pcm Davenham Court Furnished 2 bedroom second floor apartment. Lounge with Juliette Balcony, modern kitchen and bathroom. Allocated Parking. Good access to M62.

From £925pcm Ashbury Brook Selection of 2, 3 bedrooms and penthouse available. Concierge, residents gymnasium, underground parking, ensuite bathrooms.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619

£525pcm Olive Mount Road 2 bedroom ground floor apartment in a brand new build. Fully integrated kitchen. Master bedroom with en-suite. Carpets throughout living areas and all decor modern and neutral. Must See!

£750pcm Ivanhoe Road close to Lark Lane and Sefton Park. 2 Double bedrooms with en-suite. Furnished to a very high standard with plasma TV, white goods and all modern furnishings.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

£475pcm Pilot Grove 2 bed house in quiet suburb of Wavertree. Open plan lounge dining room. White goods in kitchen. GCH and DG.

£695pcm Victoria Road Newly refurbished 3 bedroom terraced. Furnished including all white goods in the kitchen and has carpets and laminate flooring throughout. Close to all local amenities, on main bus route into city. Garage available to rent for £80pcm.

£525pcm Field House Newly decorated unfurnished 2 bedroom flat, quiet area, newly fitted kitchen. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £500pcm Colonel Drive Two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Lounge, kitchen, family bathroom. Allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: 27/01/2009. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £495pcm Colonel Drive Two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Lounge, kitchen, family bathroom. Allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880

L13 £450 pcm Bell Street Two bed Furnished or Unfurnished end Terrace. Entrance, Living Room, Dining Room. Kitchen, Bathroom, yard. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £425pcm Kingfisher Court 2 Bedroom unfurnished apartment. Electric heating, fully fitted kitchen with cooker. Benefits from car parking. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £425pcm The Green Four bedroom unfurnished flat. Lounge, dining area, kitchen, family bathroom. Two balconies, spacious. Close to M62. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £330pcm Bolan Street Two bed flat with GCH, close to shops, schools & public transport. Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515

L14 £525pcm Knightsbridge Court A two bedroom unfurnished apartment. Lounge, open plan kitchen, family bathroom. Secure allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: Now. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £525pcm Knightsbridge Court A two bedroom furnished apartment. Lounge, open plan kitchen, family bathroom. Secure allocated parking. Close to amenities. Available: Now.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 £495pcm Knightsbridge Court A new build two bedroom apartment located on Pilch Lane. Living room, open plan kitchen, bathroom. Available: Now.

£450pcm Blantyre Road Large top floor one bedroom apartment located on Smithdown Road. Open plan lounge and kitchen with white goods, one large double bedroom and bathroom with shower over bath. GCH. DG. Well located.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 256 0880 Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

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Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619 £675pcm Aigburth Drive 2 bedroom duplex apartment. Fully integrated kitchen, large living area with wooden flooring. 2 double bedrooms, master with en-suite. Close to Lark Lane and Sefton Park. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

£995pcm Church Road North Briefly comprising of an open plan lounge/Kitchen diner, 2 double bedrooms, en-suite to master and court yard. Grand communal entrance. Must see!

£425pcm Blantyre Road First floor apartment just off Smithdown Road. Open plan lounge and kitchen with white goods, one double bedroom and bathroom. GCH. DG. Close to all local amenities.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

£650pcm South Albert 2 double bedroom top floor furnished apartment. Separate kitchen and living areas. en-suite shower room to master bedroom. Great location. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

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£950pcm Church Road North 2 double bedroom Duplex Apartment, open plan lounge/Kitchen diner, en-suite to master and private court yard. Grand communal entrance.. Furnished to a high standard and solid oak wooden floors throughout.

£825pcm Childwall Priory Road A great size 3 Bedroom Semi-Detached House. Two Reception Rooms, Breakfast Room/Study, The house is Furnished and has DG, GCH, Garage & Garden.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619

£625pcm South Albert 2 double bedroom top floor fully furnished apartment with en-suite to master bedroom. Open plan Kitchen/living room with integrated kitchen. Great location, close to Lark Lane and Sefton Park. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

£695pcm Salisbury Road Refurbished 3 double, 1 single bedrooms, 2 bathroom house just off Smithdown Road. 2 reception rooms, modern fitted kitchen. Good access to city centre. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

L17 £925pcm Lark Lane Duplex 3 double bedroom apartment with en-suite to master room, Family bathroom, communal decked area to rear. Close to all local amenities.

£600pcm St Annes Court Large ground floor apartment situated off Aigburth Road. The property comprises of lounge, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, family bathroom, garage, Off road parking.

Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

Linnet Lane L17, Sefton Park REDUCED £124,950 • First floor apartment • Spacious lounge with sash windows

• Two bedrooms • Fitted kitchen • Off road parking

Priced for a quick sale we are pleased to offer this two bedroom apartment for sale. Situated within the leafy Sefton Park area, this two bedroomed apartment is within a large victorian detached property. The apartment features a large lounge with original sash windows as well as a separate kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms. This is an ideal opportunity for a first time buyer - ideally located for convenient commuting into the city centre or access to M62. The property is within walking distance of Sefton Park and the bohemian Lark Lane. NO CHAIN.

Contact: Jones and Chapman 38 Allerton Road

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//// HOMES TO LET £550pcm St Michaels Road 2 bedroom apartment in much sought after area. Property comes unfurnished but does include all white goods in the kitchen and laminate throughout. Benefits from recent re-decoration throughout. Close to local amenities and on main bus route into city centre.

£1200pcm North Mossley Hill Road Large bungalow house set in the sought after area of Mossley Hill. The property comprises of lounge, large open plan kitchen/dining, three bedrooms, master to ensuite, family bathroom, gardens, DG, garage, parking. Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

L22 £850pcm Sandheys Avenue Large 4 bed end terrace, Spacious property in Waterloo, Close to beach, Furnished throughout, Fitted kitchen, Close to local amenities, Viewing recommended.

Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619 Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 £550pcm St Michaels Road Refurbished unfurnished apartment on St Michaels Road. Includes fully fitted kitchen and parking. Secure door entry & intercom systems. GCH & aerial points for sky TV Bathroom inclusive of Shower & heated towel rail. Blinds throughout. Communal landscaped gardens with paved patio area. Very high specification. Viewing essential.

£650pcm Barndale Road Newly refurbished 3 bedroom property in much sought after area. In brief the property comprises of lounge, kitchen / diner including newly fitted kitchen, 3 bedrooms and new bathroom suite. The property comes unfurnished however does included white goods in the kitchen. Yard to rear and on street parking. Property has gas central heating and double glazing. Close to all amenities and is on main bus route into city centre.

£495pcm Sandheys Grove 2 bedroom apartment, 1st & 2nd floor of converted house, Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Close to beach. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

£550pcm Sandhurst Street 3 bed u/f house, GCH, situated off Aigburth Road, close to shops, schools, transport, parks. Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515 FROM £550pcm Riverside Park Selection of 2 bedroom furnished and unfurnished apartments in much sought after area. The property benefits from allocated integrated white goods and allocated parking space. Ideal for working professional couple or sharers. Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619 £435pcm Bertram Road £100 Cashback on move in. 1st floor one bedroom apartment ideally located close to Lark Lane and Sefton Park. The property comprises of large lounge, double bedroom, bathroom with shower, Intercom, off road parking. Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

L19 FROM £650pcm Ashbury Gables 2 Bedroom Apartment, Fully Integrated Kitchen to include Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer/Dryer, Dishwasher. Unfurnished, Laminate Flooring/Carpets throughout, Gas Central Heating, Communal Garden area. Secure Parking & Private Entrance, Service Charge Included. Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619 £575pcm The Spinnakers 2 bedroom ground floor unfurnished apartment. Open plan lounge/kitchen, master bedroom with en-suite. Great location, close to the river. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192 From £440pcm Woolton Road New build apartments, secure off road parking, situated close to shops, public transport.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 From £495pcm Charlton Court 1 bedroom apartment, Fully furnished to a high standard, Fitted kitchen, Close to Speke Airport & Retail park, Private parking included. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 £375pcm Woolton Street One bed, u/f flat, GCH, situated in Woolton Village. Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515

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Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619

£550pcm The Woodlands 2 bedroom apartment off Halewood Road, Gateacre, Fully furnished, Central heating, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking.

From £450pcm Rossett Road 1 & 2 bed newly refurbished luxury apartments off College Road. Stylish kitchens & bathrooms, contemporary furniture, leather suites etc. GCH, video door entry, parking, gardens. www.liverpooldesignerapartments.co.uk Contact: 07974 787986

L24 From £495pcm All Hallows Drive 2 & 3 bedroom houses, Quiet Cul-de-Sac off Speke Boulevard, Gardens to rear, Fitted Kitchen, CH & DG, Close to Speke Retail Park & Airport. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

L26 £550pcm Torrington Drive 3 bedroom semi detached house, Just off Higher Road, Halewood, Central heating, Double glazing, Garden to rear. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222 £475pcm Woodsome Park 1 large double bedroom, bathroom with shower over bath, large open plan kitchen lounge. Alarm and storeroom. Fitted kitchen with integrated dishwasher, washer / dryer. Allocated Parking also. Belvoir! Lettings 0151 203 2192

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£450pcm All Hallows Drive A good size 2 Bed Town House which is unfurnished. It has a large lounge, kitchen, downstairs WC, Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, Vertical Blinds, Private Parking. This property is ideal for anyone working in Speke or surrounding area. Close to airport and handy for the Speke Industrial Park.

£495pcm Boode Croft Large three bedroom mid terrace, Fitted kitchen, large lounge, rear gated driveway, family bathroom. DG, CH, Parking.

Castle Estates: 0151 738 1619

£400pcm Fleet Lane Unfurnished 2 bedroom terrace, GCH.

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

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Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515 £400pcm Aigburth Road £100 Cashback on move in. One bedroom ground floor apartment. Property comprises of hall, large lounge, two double bedrooms, large kitchen with appliances, Intercom, Off Road Parking.

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£395pcm East Albert Road One Bedroom Apartment popular location carpeted decorated.

£450pcm Ash Street One bedroom apartment conveniently situated close to the Strand. The property comprises of hall, lounge/fitted kitchen with oven, hob and hood, bathroom with double walk in shower, double bedroom. The property benefits from electric central heating, double glazing, under floor heating. Parking. Intercom.

H R Properties 0151 933 9633

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

£295pcm East Albert Road Studio flat popular location wooden floors fully refurbished.

£450pcm Burns Street £100 Cashback on move in. Larger than average two bedroom mid terrace situated off Knowsley Road. This property comprises of large reception, large fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom with shower. Externally there is a yard and on street parking. Double Glazed and Gas Central Heating.

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303

H R Properties 0151 933 9633

L18 £1300pcm Dudlow Drive This beautiful 4 bedroom semi- detached is located off Menlove Avenue. The property is fully furnished including white good to the kitchen. This house has 3 double bedrooms with an en-suite to the master, utility room, downstairs bathroom including shower, and its own office. The large garden is part decking and comes with garden furniture. The property is available on a short term let only.

L25

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£650pcm Merrivale Road Brand new 3 bedroom semi detached house in Halewood, Fitted kitchen, Gas Central Heating & Double Glazing, Garden to rear, Driveway parking.

£400pcm Gaskell Street 2 bedroom terraced property, fully furnished, GCH, DG, rear yard and street parking.

Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

SERVICED OFFICES TO LET

Zest Lets 0151 933 7303 £395pcm Oriel Lodge 1 bedroom apartment, Next to Oriel Road Station, Bootle, Fully furnished, Balcony, Private parking. Cuddly Bears 0151 255 0222

VARIOUS SIZES FROM

6 - 20sq m (54 - 222sq ft) PRICES FROM

£250 - £500pcm

Allerton Road location First floor accommodation • Newly refurbished • Separate secure entrance • Video surveillance • Would suit property related professionals • Large meeting room • Short or long term contracts • Flexible office furniture • •

For all enquiries call

07961 720 101

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Katy Carmichael Interview //// TALENT IN THE CITY

Carmichael File Born Liverpool, 1970 Education 1981 – 1986 Gateacre Comprehensive Secondary School 1989 – 1992 Drama, film and television degree, Bristol University TV credits 1999 – 2000 Liverpool One 2001 – 2003 Spaced 2003 Coronation Street 2006 Tristan and Yseult (Theatre Tour)

“It doesn’t get any better than being able to play silly characters with your friends”

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yourmovemagazine.com Interview by Marie Martin.

Liverpudlian actress Katy Carmichael returned to our screens in January in BBC’s Waterloo Road after last appearing as Lucy Barlow, the bubbly florist and marriage wrecker in Coronation Street. Since leaving Weatherfield, Katy has become a mum of two and is relishing what she considers to be her defining role.

What Katy did next Is it tough returning to TV work now you have two young children? The hardest part is the guilt and separation. It was a real wrench at first and I’d be crying on the train travelling back to work in Manchester but ultimately I’ve found it really liberating. The juggling act is difficult and in a way there’s a sense of having nowhere to hide. If I worked in an office I could hide behind a filing cabinet or something when things got tough but being on television you’re continually exposed. But it was nice to get back to some adult conversation. Which member of the Waterloo Road cast have you most connected with and why? Eva Pope most definitely. We just clicked straightaway because we’ve got the same gabbling and hysterical

personality. And I’ve had a good laugh with Neil Morrissey so it’s been great for the three of us to work so closely together. It’s like playing tennis with a good player; it makes all the difference. If you were a teacher what would you teach? Nothing highbrow or too bookish, it’d have to be something involving very young children and making a lot of mess – maybe teaching drama or art to young kids. I’ve always imagined myself as a Blue Peter presenter. I’m interested in creative subjects and I’d have liked to have been a graphic designer if I didn’t do this job. I’m working on a children’s wallpaper design at the moment. What impact do you think playing a high profile role like Lucy Barlow in the Coronation Street bigamy

storyline had on your career? It was a mixed blessing. Lucy started out nice, warm and friendly but turned into a bit of a bitch. As that character had such strong associations there were jobs I didn’t get after it because I’d become known for being Lucy. Equally there were jobs I got because the role was so high profile. But the way I see it is after every acting job you’re back on the scrap heap anyway because there are no guarantees in this industry. Where did you train for acting at home in Liverpool? I did a lot of my early years training in school plays at Gateacre Comp. A particularly memorable one was Alice in Wonderland with Eunice Huthart from Gladiators playing the Mad Hatter. I went to the Liverpool Playhouse Youth Theatre when I was about thirteen and had a great time there and I did some amazing theatre workshops at the Everyman. Then at 16 I began to spend my summers down in London at the National Youth Theatre before I got my place at uni. What are your best memories of the city? My parents live there so it’s still home. My dad’s a Liverpool architect so I’ve always appreciated the stunning architecture and the iconic skyline. It may seem a cliché but the people stand out for me because they are the most outrageous, warm and funny characters and the city as a whole is so embracing. I also love the culture and music heritage; I’ve been a Beatles fan since I was about six. I have fond memories of treasure troves such as Quiggins and other shops on Bold Street and cool clubs like the Mardi Gras and The State on a Saturday night. You appeared in Spaced with Jessica Stevenson and Simon Pegg. Do you prefer comedy roles? I met Jessica at the National Youth Theatre and she was

my comedy partner, we had an absolute ball together. I introduced her to Simon Pegg after I met him at uni and they clicked straight away. It doesn’t get any better than being able to play silly characters with your friends but ultimately I like to play a mixture of roles. After uni you were in a relationship with David Walliams. Have you remained friends? Yes we’re still really good friends and see a lot of each other. We were together for five years and it was true love at the time. He was always my strange, tall friend and still is. It’s surreal now to see how incredibly well known he’s become but I’m so pleased for him because he’s worked so hard with Matt to get where they are. We’ll be friends forever. Who’s had the biggest influence on your career? For me it’s a hotpotch of inspirations. I remember seeing Judi Dench and Anthony Hopkins in Antony and Cleopatra and that was an electrifying performance. I remember thinking, ‘this is definitely what I want to do’. I love directors like Baz Luhrmann, who makes far out epic pictures, and contemporary actors such as Cate Blanchett, but now I consider my main influences to be my husband, Tristan Sturrock and children Hector, 4 and Bronte, 2. What role would you like to be remembered for? First and foremost as a good mum. But professionally, it’d be for some of the quirkier roles that maybe a lot of people didn’t get to see. The roles I’m recognised for are not necessarily the ones I feel are a representation of who I am as an actress. I love doing costume drama so if I had to pin it down, I’d say the role of H. G Wells’ wife in The Infinite World of H.G Wells. It was fantastical and escapist and I’d love to do it again. Your Move 61

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Trend alert I would like to invest in a new sofa this spring, something contemporary. What are the latest trends in design?

With over 10 years experience in the interior design business, Sharon Armor is poised to answer all your design queries from DIY disasters to decorating dilemmas.

I would look at a Moroccan style sofa. 2009 sees the return of the Mah Jong modular sofa, which was first manufactured in the 1970’s by Hans Hoper. Rochebobois have added it to their fantastic collection and used vibrant fabrics designed by Kenzo Maison to give the piece a contemporary ‘wow’ factor. You can have fun assembling this sofa, various compositions can be achieved from corner and straight sofas, armless chairs and sofa beds. With its slouchy cushions, not only does it look incredible, it’s really comfy too.

Perfect symmetry Could you please help me! It’s my hallway, it looks really boring! Last year I had it decorated and wooden floor fitted, it’s really the finishing touches that I’m having problems with. Because the hallway is quite small I can only have a slim console table against the wall, on this I have a pair of lamps, but that’s it. Can you suggest anything what would brighten it up without taking up lots of space? I think personal collections of paintings, prints or photographs bring any room to life. If the pictures are displayed well, the effects can be stunning. From the description of your hallway I would consider above your console table to be the best place to hang a collection of prints. Nothing looks better than a set of paintings hung in a perfectly symmetrical formation. For the best effects I would use pictures that are similar in theme and with matching frames.

Deco decor What kind of bedding would you choose? Our bedroom has walnut fitted furniture, cream walls and a cream carpet. The curtains are really neutral too! We would ideally like to introduce some colour but have no idea how to go about it! Please help! Perhaps consider bedding with a Peacock design or motif. This design traditionally inspired by the English art deco prints of William Morris and Liberty is sensational and is going to be a strong design element in home furnishings this season. Yves Delorme has launched a range of bedding inspired by this movement and design called Hera Noisette. The bedding will definitely add colour and texture bringing fresh spring colours, bold prints and nature into your bedroom.

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Clear-cut Forms //// INTERIORS

In the home, precise geometrical and mathematical shapes are currently making a striking statement.

Compiled by Frances Gill

1. Light grey graphic cushion, £51 BoConcept at Elaine Cunningham Interiors

2. Retro squares cushion, £20 BHS 3. Honeycomb cushion, £10 Matalan 4. Magis chair one, £390 Utility 5. Novem square mirror, £79.99 Taskers

6. Betty Jackson, circle design wallpaper, £20 Debenhams 7. Vitra prismatic table, £226.95 Utility

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Green Days //// GARDEN AND OUTDOOR SPACE

Top up for topsoil

Recycling made easy

While soil is able to look after itself, the unnatural demands that we make on it in our gardens, growing a wide range of plants to high standards, eventually takes its toll.

At this time of year, in preparation for the planting season, it’s imperative to ensure that the top layer of soil is enriched and kept deep. The deeper the topsoil, the better it will both drain and retain sufficient water, making it

easier for roots to grow and take up nutrients. To make sure you keep your topsoil in tip top condition, add organic matter such as a banana peel, which is particularly good at helping tomato and green pepper plants to thrive due to

‘Degunk’ your guttering During the winter, gutters can become clogged with leaves and debris, which results in water not draining properly from your roofing. If that’s not bad enough, this can then lead to the water freezing and expanding, causing damage to gutters and roofs. It’s essential, at this time of year, to ensure that your gutters and downspouts are cleaned, and to check that your downspouts are not discharging water at the base of a property’s foundation, as this could also prove problematic. To prevent future problems, install wire or plastic mesh over gutters to prevent any more clogs from happening.

its high mineral content. Chop the peels and place several pieces into the hole before planting your seedlings to ensure strong trunks and stems on your plants. Avoid using any inorganic fertilizers as these spoil the structure of the soil.

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Eva Solo bird nesting box, £35, John Lewis This snazzy nesting box will get our feathered friends twittering non-stop and travelling from near and far to sample such an uber cool hangout. Encouraging birds to your garden is the start of beautiful friendship; they get to feed in a safe environment with protection from the wind and rain and you get rid of the pests and insects that they feed on. Fix the Eva Solo nesting box to your wall, fence or tree, three to four metres above the ground where birds will have easy flight access.

We’re all working hard to do our bit for the environment but are we clear about the items that shouldn’t make it to the recycle bin and the things we should be doing to prepare those that do? Don’t separate recycling with carrier bags...it’d be rubbish if your bin was left behind because it was classed as ‘contaminated’. Rinse bottles, jars and cans out but do it in used dishwater otherwise you’ll be robbing Peter to pay Paul…wasting water to save energy. If the dishwasher isn’t full, pop recyclables in to save water and rinse out empty shampoo and shower gel bottles while you’re in the bath or shower. You’ll also need to take off sellotape from wrapping paper and windows from envelopes. Think of it as your good deed for the week! Make sure you remember to remove lids from jars and bottles, although the good news is you don’t need to worry about sticky labels as they come off in the recycling process. Don’t waste energy squashing drinks bottles and cans; save it for flattening down stubborn cardboard boxes. And other than remembering your collection day, that’s really all there is to it. Simple.

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Hot In The City //// ALL THE LATEST LIFESTYLE NEWS

4,000 years of history

The Year of the Ox New Year 2009 for the city’s Chinese community is set to be as big a celebration as ever.

One of the oldest Chinese communities in Europe takes to the streets on 25 January as Liverpool welcomes in Chinese New Year. China’s cultural heritage is alive and well all year round in Liverpool and, as the city says goodbye to the year of the rat and welcomes in the year of the ox, there will be fun and activities for people of all ages

to enjoy. The festivities, which start at 11am and continue until 4pm, will take place on Great George Street and Great George Square, and promise an array of colour and excitement. Highlights include traditional Chinese dancers and entertainers, stage performances, a market, a fair, traditional lion and dragon dancing, and a firecracker display.

As well as babies born this year, those born in 1913, 1925, 1937,1949,1961,1973, 1985 and 1997 all share the Year of the Ox. They’re said to make great leaders, and some of the famous include Barack Obama, Bill Cosby, Walt Disney and Vincent Van Gogh. Make your way to Great George Street this Sunday to join the celebrations.

The Plan for the ‘Pool Planning the city’s future will take priority in a new city-based project.

Toxteth-based arts company, ‘Pool, is taking up a three month residency at St. George’s Hall in an innovative heritage and regeneration project, The Settlement. The project will involve a series of lunchtime workshops, open to everyone, which will be used to inform people about the future ‘People Plan’ that ‘Pool is developing, with a view to inform future regeneration

developments in the city. Workshops include a picnic programme, which is designed to involve, stimulate and excite the people of Liverpool about the city’s future. They will focus on the theme of sustainability, and regeneration and will discuss environmental, heritage and arts and culture issues. The three-hour sessions in the community gallery at St. George’s Hall will take

place on 31 January, 7 February and 7 March from 12pm until 3pm. To celebrate the workshops and the exhibition as a whole ‘Pool are holding an opening event on 13 February at St. George’s Hall at 1pm, which is open to everyone. For more information visit www.poolproject.co.uk or phone 0151 709 1138.

The cultural legacy for Liverpool in 2009 and beyond has been established with an updated and expanded collection of Egyptian artefacts in the World Museum Liverpool. The four new display areas in the perennially popular exhibition, which is over 30 years old, are showcasing an introduction to ancient Egypt and life throughout the period with an emphasis on religion and magic. Other topics include the realm of Osiris, with a recreated Old Kingdom tomb chapel, and the legacy of the era’s civilisation on subsequent history and culture; the latter especially apt as the city of Liverpool itself evolves. Highlights of the exhibition include a large collection of coffins from nearly all periods of Egyptian history, some of the world’s earliest legal documents and astronomical tablets recording planetary movements. There are also five complete human mummies on display, and an interactive facility to unwrap and examine a mummy’s bandages on the computer. The internationally significant collection at World Museum Liverpool, which has been featured on BBC North West Tonight, ranks among the finest in the UK. Your Move 69

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//// YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL OUR CHOICE

BEST OF THE REST My life, My Words Exhibition Liverpool’s International Slave Museum Starts on 2 February The My life, My Words Exhibition, exploring the lives and experiences of elders from Liverpool’s black community. For more information, call 0151 478 4499.

Russell Brand Liverpool Echo Arena - 2 February

Flashdance: The Musical The world premiere production of Flashdance: The Musical explodes onto Liverpool Empire Theatre’s stage from 26 until 31 January. The hit film has been choreographed and revamped by Strictly Come Dancing’s Arlene Phillips. Starring Bruno Langley (Coronation Street), Bernie Nolan (The Bill, Brookside), Noel Sullivan (Hear’Say) and Victoria Hamilton-Barritt, Flashdance is an unmistakably unique musical about holding onto your dreams, and to love, against all the odds and promises to be the theatrical event of the year. For tickets call 0844 847 2525.

ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR

Chinese New Year To welcome in the Chinese New Year of the Ox, a programme of music connected to China is taking place at The Cornerstone, Hope at Everton on 24 January. ‘Celebrating the Year of the Ox’ also premieres a new instrument developed by Mr Li, a resident of the city’s Chinatown, and is not to be missed. For tickets and more information, call 0151 709 3789.

Comedian, actor and presenter Russell Brand brings his stand-up show to the Liverpool Echo Arena on 2 February. After taking America by storm, Brand is back on his home ground for a show that is not to be missed. For tickets, call 0844 847 2277.

High School Musical Liverpool Echo Arena - 29 and 30 January Disney’s hit movie show, High School Musical, brings its ice tour to the Liverpool Echo Arena in a spectacular show for all the family. The show comes to town on 29 and 30 January. Tickets are available on 0844 847 2277.

The Shockwaves NME tour Liverpool University - 29 January The Shockwaves NME tour comes to Liverpool University on 29 January, featuring Glasvagas, Friendly Fires, White Lies and Florence and the machine. Tickets are available from www.nme.com/gigs.

Aspects of Love Liverpool Philharmonic Hall - 31 January Mikhail Agrest, protégé of the great St Petersburg maestro Valery Gergiev, makes his Liverpool debut on 31 January at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. The conductor will be leading the Philharmonic orchestra in Aspects of Love, which includes two masterpieces of French musical impressionism. For tickets call 0151 709 3789.

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Graffiti Attitude //// WOMEN’S FASHION

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1. Tafetta peplum skirt, £40 Lipsy at Bank, Liverpool One

2. Blondie t-shirt, £21 Amplified at Drome Couture, Cavern Walks 3. Mono weave platform, £22 Matalan

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4. Strappy back cropped unitard, £25 Topshop

5. Batwing applique jumper, £39.13 River Island 6. Block stripe leggings, £18 Topshop 7. Retro Rocker, £45 Rocket Dog at Schuh 8. Bowie tee, £25 Topshop

Eighties nostalgia is back with acid brights and painterly scrawls. 2

Stockists Bank, Liverpool One 0151 703 9063 Drome Couture, Cavern Walks 0151 258 1851 Matalan 0845 330 3330 Topshop 0151 709 1660 River Island 0844 395 1007 Schuh 0151 708 5458

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Back to Basics //// MEN’S FASHION

Compiled by Frances Gill

1. Emporio Armani, men's chronograph watch, Brown £244 John Lewis 2. Brown pinstripe umbrella, £250 Gieves and Hawkes at Metquarter

3. Blowfeld leather jacket £180 Monsoon

3 4. Union Jack stitch brown leather wallet, £15 Next

5. Brown brogue boot £59.50 Marks & Spencer

A New Year detox for the guy’s wardrobe means investing in stylish, utilitarian pieces.

6. Crafted reg front seams jeans, £29.99 Republic, Liverpool One

6 7. Red Herring tan waistcoat, £50 Debenhams 8. Brown shirt, £20 Topman 9. Rocha by John Rocha, brown leather holdall £125 Debenhams

7 Stockists Next 0844 844 5344 Monsoon 0151 709 3485 Marks & Spencer 0151 708 8383 Gieves and Hawkes 0151 227 9785 Republic 0151 708 0494 John Lewis 0151 709 7070 Debenhams 0844 561 6161 Topman 0151 709 1844

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Table Talk //// LUCY OLIVER INTERVIEWS SUZY GORMAN AT THE JAMES MONRO

Lunch in the commercial district of the city is taking its cue from New York with tasty tapas and authentic burgers and sandwiches in a chic setting. The James Monro on Tithebarn Street, not to be confused with sister restaurant The Monro’s classic British and continental menu, welcomes diners into an airy space, with dark wooden tables, authentic lighting, and a relaxing atmosphere. It’s an apt venue to meet Suzy Gorman, the Liverpoolborn dental manager at Ollie & Darsh’s dental practice. The first port of call for clients, Suzy was also the energy behind the design fit-out and the launch in August: “I’ve been working in dental management for many years now, but opening up this new practice was a first for me. As a team we chose the colours for the branding, and we came up with a logo that’s innovative but still shows that we are a dental practice, even if we don’t follow the traditional clinical approach. Our marketing strategy encompasses billboards across

the city, and it’s proving effective.” Our starters, which can also be ordered as mixed tapas, include Louisiana crab cakes, which Suzy says have a “nice spicy kick”, and Montauk squid, deep fried with a parsley, chilli and lemon butter, which literally melts in the mouth. A visit to Ollie & Darsh’s Dale Street practice, accessible from Hackins Hay, is also easier to swallow than the traditional waiting room experience. ‘Members’, as regular clients can opt to become via monthly payments, are invited to enjoy a coffee and relax in the vivid surroundings and, in the treatment rooms, the state of the art technology means patients are very much involved in the consultation process. Suzy explains: “We have screens on the ceilings so that patients are aware of what’s happening during their clinical examination. The dentist can help them to improve their brushing technique in particular hard to reach areas of the mouth, and advise them on the

appropriate courses of treatment.” It’s an informal and impossibly chic way to run a practice, and has certainly hit the right note in the business district with extended opening hours and appointments available within the lunch hour. The James Monro experience is equally efficient; our courses arrive promptly but without a feel of being rushed. Suzy’s New York deli sandwich comprises Parma ham, buffalo mozzarella with sun-blushed tomatoes and a delicious arugula salad. My Bronx burger is a generous homemade patty topped with Vermont cheddar, served with salad and lightly seasoned handcut fries. Two successful launches, free whitening treatments for members and an offer on Invisalign clear braces on 29 January are attracting attention and keeping Suzy, who is currently studying for her MBA in the evenings, and the team very busy indeed: “We work hard, but joining Ollie and Darsh has been the best decision I’ve made.”

“Our marketing strategy encompasses billboards across the city, and it’s proving effective”

To find out more about Ollie & Darsh and to become a member, telephone 0151 236 6578 or visit www.ollieanddarsh.co.uk. On 29 January from 8am until 8pm, the offer on Invisalign clear braces will see clients and members sign up for the treatment at half the usual price, and receive an iPod Nano on completion of the treatment.

The James Monro 69 Tithebarn Street, L2 2EN T: 0151 236 9700

To book a table at The James Monro New York restaurant telephone 0151 236 9700 or visit www.themonro.com.

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Liverpool Transition: The People’s Celebration //// STREETLIFE PIER HEAD, SATURDAY JANUARY 10 2009

HANNAH, TOM, GIULI, MIKE, KAREN AND NIN ON

“…the Transition event ended with a spectacular fireworks display…” ANGELA KATHLEEN, KATIE AND

The people of Liverpool came out in force to celebrate the end of the Capital of Culture Year with a light and sound display that illuminated the city’s iconic waterfront. Marking the official handover to the European Capitals of Culture ’09, the Austrian cities of Linz and Vilnius in Lithuania, there was also a complementing light event in Austria on the same night. Staging a review of Liverpool’s history across several huge screens on the waterfront, the Transition event ended with a spectacular fireworks display on the Mersey as the crowds sang along to Liverpool anthems including ‘Altogether Now’.

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ILLUMINATING THE LIVER BIRDS

RACHEL, GEMMA AND NICOLA

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