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For many of us, this is the time of the year where we like to look our best and a Christmas jumper is simply not enough to keep us going! However with budgets stretched to breaking point few of us can splash out on a new wardrobe. It may surprise you that a few rules of thumb may be enough to accommodate what you have into a sparkling new you. Stay smart when casual. Casual does not mean you have to blend in with the crowds at large, especially at work. For the ladies, a tailored skirt or a detailed blouse can make all the difference. Look in your closet
and try to match what you normally wear at work with some of your better pieces. An accessory can make all the difference and if you are supposed to go for a meal straight after work an oversized necklace can make all the difference. You may also want to invest in your favourite perfume with an eau de parfum to match the eau de toilette you use. The parfum will be much stronger and a spray of it at night time will make all the difference. If the evening is likely to end up with a tad of dancing, do not wear shoes that are too high! For the lads, jeans and a good blazer teamed with a chambray cotton shirt is a
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Guys should look out for well fitting trousers and a classic jacket. You can go a little wilder in your colour choice here because although formal, oddly enough for once, the man has more options than the lady. The black tie do. If you are going to go for it then please do. This is the right occasion for the ladies. Just wear something that suits your body shape. If you are not as tall as you would like, heels are fine (remember you may have to stand on your feet for a while though) and curvy women should look at empire line styles. If you shop in a local store, the assistant will give you some direction. Tuxedos are still a great look for the men but you probably will get away with a dark suit as well. A tie is an absolute must as are shiny shoes.
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Okay, so in October after a few drinks you decided to organise a 'party' for a few friends during the festive season and now it is upon you. You now think 'Yikes, what have I done!' Fear not. Follow these simple guidelines to have (and give) the very best of festive times! Create the right mood by putting together a super playlist of songs both festive and pop favourites. Nothing like a good tune to liven things up. Lighting is important and you will want the right balance between a glow and enough light to highlight decorations and food! No need for the 'big light', use plenty of lamps and fairy lights in vases or bowls. Get the drinks right. Don't rely on guests bringing a bottle unless you have
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and it will pay for you to be organised and book this service in time! Food can be a headache too. If you are not happy serving a bowl of nuts and a few crisps, there are plenty of options. Pigs in blankets (chipolatas wrapped in bacon) and smoked salmon blinis are especially popular. If you are short of time, consider buying some ready roll puff pastry and top it with garlic soft cheese, tomato salsa and basil. Some french bread (the thin baguettes are best) cut in small slices and topped with camembert and a little chutney or a slice of saucisson (variety of thick, dry cured sausage that originates in France) and a small gherkin are other possibilities. Keep the canapes small and bite size otherwise you could be in for a nasty surprise when your guests leave and your carpet looks as though it has been the scene of a battle! Finally ensure you have lots of paper napkins for greasy hands and the odd spill or two. If you think people may stay on and linger, make sure that everyone knows at what time the party is supposed to finish.
asked them specifically to do that. With an average of five glasses per bottle of wine and a possible four drinks each this will give you a rough guideline of what to buy. Add a few extra to your total as you know at this time of year they won't go to waste. Plenty of good drink bargains are to be had at this time of year so it may pay to shop round. The easiest way to handle the drink situation is to limit the choices to white or red wine. However, if you know no fear and want to go a little more sophisticated, why not look at offers on Prosecco or Cava. Both these wines are manufactured the same way as Champagne and both tend to be a lot more affordable. Be aware that, as in everything, not all wines are equal so it may pay to just buy a bottle and try it out first (call it research!) Don't forget the drivers and non drinkers and have plenty of mineral water, fruit juices and lemonade handy. If your party is large one, be aware that most wine shops will be able to loan some glasses. However again at this time of year this is a service that is very much in demand
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Decorating your home at Christmas is important as it will set the scene for up to a month (!) and it can be a daunting task. So what is the best way to go about it all? The first thing to say is that there should be no trends in decorating at Christmas, modern or traditional it all works. If you are gifted you can mix both with success but if you prefer to keep things simple then decide on which way you are going and stick to it. If, for example, you decide to be traditional don't be tempted to add a few baubles that you like the look of but that are way too modern. Most of us already have ample supplies of bits and bobs from Christmases past and few of us are lucky enough to have a budget to completely overhaul what we have. So bear in mind a few rules that will serve you well whatever your décor may be. Baby, it's cold outside so keep warm and cosy. This is actually quite easy to achieve with a few cushions and rugs on beds and sofas. There are plenty of choices available in shops and stores ranging from faux fur to velvet. Remember that Christmas for most people is a cosy time, so think on. Scents and fragrance at home can make a difference too. From candles to essential oils, again the choice is amazing out there and can range from just a few pounds, to candles at £100 and more! One consideration is to keep to the same fragrance throughout the house as too many scents can be confusing. If you should want to keep your home smelling festive here is a quick fix you can easily do yourself.
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THE SCENT OF CHRISTMAS In a small pan simply add an orange or tangerine quartered, a few cloves, a cinammon stick and two bay leaves. Add water and simmer. Your home will be beautifully scented almost straight away. Do take care to top up with water every so often! For many, the main attraction has to be the tree. The best tip here is probably to try to stick to two colours rather than throw everything at it. If you don't think you have enough decorations to stick to such a plan, why not invest this year with lots of fairy lights. Choose a warm white glow and fill the tree with lights, making sure you push the lights inside the tree as well as decorate the tips of the branches. As fairy lights are so inexpensive why not fill two or three large clear glass jars or vases with a set and keep these lit around the house. You will need plugs obviously but a few of these simple arrangements can transform a simple room into a festive delight! And if you have large see through vases to spare fill those with baubles or pine cones as well to complement the look of Christmas throughout your home. Match your dining table centrepiece with the rest of your home by adding a few touches here and there bringing the colours together. It can be a vase of baubles or even ribbons around your presents. Because Christmas is always as much about atmosphere than anything else, these simple and effective tips will add to the glow of the season.
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This is by far one of the main preoccupations at Christmas. Will she like it? Will he wear it? Will they play with it? The answer is to think about the person you are buying for and what they are like. What are their hobbies, what do they like to do? There is no point in buying a recipe book for someone who never does any cooking... don't laugh! We have all received the odd gift or two when we think.. 'What is THAT?' Keeping local often means you will come across ideas you would have never thought of and while online is an often liked solution for a lot of us, there is nothing like actually
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Yes and if you are in charge of it, by the time it gets to the table you'll be ready to go back to bed. Peel tons of vegetables, make the gravy and bread sauce, cook the turkey and get everything ready on time.... Oh and where's the pud? What if we told you to just cook most of it ahead? Yes it can be done. First thing is to empty the freezer as much as possible. You are going to need it. Then it is time to take it step by step: GRAVY Just make it now. No really... Make a good gravy and add a splash of port or madeira if you have it, making it a little thicker than you would want. Cool it and freeze it. On the day and after defrosting, reheat and add the turkey juices for perfect consistency. BREAD SAUCE That can freeze well too but it does keep for a few days in the fridge anyway. It all depends on what you want to do but there is no need to worry about it in the day. CRANBERRY SAUCE Pop a punnet of berries in a pan with a little water and sugar to taste. Cranberries need quite a bit of sugar so be aware. Bring to a simmer (the berries will pop) and cool down. Keeps a few days in the fridge as well. STUFFING Don't buy it ready made. Make it now and freeze it in a disposable oven dish (the kind that comes with a lid). Defrost the day before and cook alongside the turkey on the day. BRAISED RED CABBAGE This dish actually improves with time so make it a few days ahead and keep in the fridge.
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Handcrafted Quality Beers Produced locally with love
Available in:
• Casks • Pins (half cask) • Bottles • Bag in a box Our cask conditioned award winning ales are perfect for parties.
Pull your own pumps available.
Southport Brewery Ltd 1144558
Unit 3, Enterprise Business Park, Rusell Road Blowick, Southport PR9 7RF. Tel: 07748 387652 www.southportbrewery.co.uk
Because Christmas is just not Christmas without Milk!
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Sunday 13th and 20th December Served 12.00 noon to 2.30pm 3 courses £17.95 per adult Children under 12 £8.95 Under 3’s free of charge Includes crackers and novelties
IN THE MARINE SUITE 5 Course Gala Night with great live band & disco
21 Stamford Road, Southport PR8 4ES
Tel: 01704 567595
PHILIP BARTON BUTCHERS & DELI
Sunday Lunch with Santa
New Year’s Eve
Bates Farms & Dairy Ltd 1145370
Serving Southport and the surrounding areas for over 70yrs
Festive Lunch
Christmas is Coming
ORDERS NOW BEING TAKEN FOR BRONZE & WHITE LOCALLY-FARMED FREE RANGE TURKEYS ‘The Stilts’ Pork & Stilton CHIPOLATAS ‘A TASTE SENSATION’
IN THE MARINE BRASSERIE
Cooked
TURKEY CROWNS — ALL SIZES —
FREE RANGE 1st to 23rd December
£85
per person 7.00pm - 7.30pm Bucks Fizz Arrival. Food ser ved at 7.45pm
Requirements Vegetarians and Dietary catered for upon request
Ser ved 12.00 noon to 2.30pm (Monday to Saturday)
3 courses
£16.95
Order your Cooked Turkey & Ham – no need to put the oven on!
Venison Chipolatas and Game Pies AVAILABLE TO ORDER
per person
Includes crackers and nove
lties
— Seven —
Roast Turkey Dinners
£19.99
UNTIL END OF NOVEMBER
Old Park Lane, Southport PR9 7BT B BT Tel 01704 227216 6 PHILIP BARTON BUTCHERS Est 1947
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FREE HOME Tel 01704 227216 DELIVERY
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OPEN Monday-Friday · 8am-5pm Saturday · 8am-4pm
FREE HOME DELIVERY E ERY Find us on
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Marine Lake, The Promenade, Southport PR9 0DZ Tel: 01704 516220 Fax: 01704 516225 Email: events@ramadaplazasouthport.co.uk www.ramadaplazasouthport.co.uk
DECEMBER MADNESS
TURKEY BREAST CROWNS £7.99/kg £3.62/lb
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At Barkdale we provide the highest quality products, services and grooming care experience to keep your dog clean, beautiful and healthy... because your dog deserves the best. For advice, information or to make an appointment call: 01704 560808 or email info@barkdale.co.uk
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Christmas Hillside Village
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Although known as a residential suburb of the seaside town of Southport, Hillside has gained a reputation of being a little haven for shoppers looking for something different with that personal touch. 1145610
Love your dog... we do too
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1 Hillside Road, Hillside PR8 4QB www.barkdale.co.uk Opening Hours: Tuesday - Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 4.30pm *evening and early appointments on request *pick up and drop off available
And it’s easy to see why, as there is a real sense of community spirit in Hillside amongst the shops, businesses and schools based there. Quite rightly they are proud of where they trade from, the services they provide and with equal measure are keen to remind shoppers that by supporting local shops and businesses alike, it ensures that local areas such as Hillside continue to thrive.
Hillside is home to a myriad of independent businesses to cater for your every need. Whether your looking to spruce up the home, change your style, grab a bite to eat, pick up essential items, sort your car out or simply want to pamper your dog, it’s the ideal location to break away from big name stores and support your local shops where a warm and friendly welcome awaits you whatever door you enter. Easily accessible by bus, train or car with plenty of parking spaces and a short distance from both Southport and Formby, why not take a trip to Hillside for a real shopping experience.
Like Sewing and Knitting?
You will be amazed at our fabulous range of FABRICS, HABERDASHERY AND WOOLS 85 Sandon Rd, Hillside Parade Southport (just 2 minutes from Hillside Station)
TEL (01704) 553966
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Introducing KIM BOLTON
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Stockists of King Cole & Sirdar knitting yarns
to our team
the barber shop
• Traditional and Modern • Wet Shaves • Colour Blending • Re-Styles and Advice • Own Brand Styling Products
Thanks to all our customers for their continuing support, we wish you a very Merry Christmas
Special Rates for OAPs
Worldwide LR
Land Rover / Range Rover / Discovery / Freelander
Wednesdays from 9am-3pm
Evening Appointments on Thursdays from 4.30pm onwards
64 Sandon Road • Hillside
tel: 01704 551790
email barnetsthebarbershop@gmail.com Closed Tuesday & Sunday
You don’t need to book, but you can avoid having to wait if you make an appointment
Sandwich & Coffee Shop
Freshly prepared sandwiches made to order TELEPHONE ORDERS TAKEN• FREE DELIVERY Daily Homemade Soups & Specials
7am-11am Monday - Saturday & ALL DAY Sunday
Bacon or Sausage Barm plus Tea or House Coffee from just
£2.50
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OUTSIDE CATERING AVAILABLE
FOR ALL OCCASIONS - Covering all of Southport & Ainsdale
including Christmas functions at home or in the workplace
Competitively priced and buffets tailored to suit individual requirements Open daily from 7am to 3.30pm Open Sundays for Breakfast - 8am to 1.30pm
Parts & Accessories Dealership level diagnostics at a lower price Servicing & repairs 4 x 4 Tyres
Servicing using genuine parts so warranty is covered with dealers
Tel 01704 567 114
77a Sandon Road, Hillside, Southport. (behind Olivia’s hairdressers) Email: enquiries@worldwidelr.co.uk Web: www.worldwide.co.uk
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83 Sandon Road · Hillside · Southport · PR8 4QD · TEL 01704 550975
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Christmas BUSY BEE Ainsdale Village FISH & CHIPS KEBABS & BURGERS
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ENGLISH & CHINESE MEALS TO TAKE AWAY
TELEPHONE
01704 576 972
Family run business
• Fish & Chips • Chinese • Kebabs • Burgers
Best Chippy 2015
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Southport Ambassador Awards Winner: OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK
Mon - Thurs 10am - 2pm, 4.30pm - 11.30pm Fri - Sat 10am - 2pm, 4.30pm - Midnight. Sun 4.30pm - 11pm
Elegance is everything Quality Lighting by Design...
4-8 Liverpool Avenue, Ainsdale · Southport PR8 3NH
01704 578788 Email: lamplightersgallery@hotmail.com
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LAMPLIGHTERS GALLERY
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Ainsdale Christmas Celebrations
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Thursday 3rd December
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HOWARDS of Ainsdale DIY, PET & GARDEN STORES ALL UNDER ONE ROOF
Greeting Cards, Gifts, Balloons and Banners for ALL occasions
CHRISTMAS TREES AND WREATHS IN STOCK FROM 23RD NOVEMBER LARGE SELECTION OF CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS AND LIGHTS
A great selection of Christmas Cards, Calendars, Roll Wrap · Star Wars Gifts, Posters and Party products · Willow Tree · Boofle · Pots of Dreams
TIMBER HOUSEHOLD PAINTS PLUMBING IRONMONGERY
KEY CUTTING FENCE PANELS BIRD TABLES GARDEN SUPPLIES COMPOSTS ETC.
PLUS A LARGE RANGE OF PET FOODS & ACCESSORIES
CALOR GAS ALL SIZES • COAL • LOGS • STIX
19/21 Station Road · Ainsdale 01704 570203 LARGE CUSTOMER CAR PARK • FREE DELIVERY
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THOUSANDS OF LINES ALWAYS AVAILABLE
AINSDALE FRUIT & VEG HOME DELIVERY SERVICE
For all your local farm fresh produce and seasonal fruits
583 Liverpool Road (next to Broughs)
Ainsdale Village
666 Liverpool Road, Ainsdale 01704 577686 • 07734 170053
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FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK Serving Ainsdale Village since 1977
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Telephone 01704 574418
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Ainsdale Village 1145093
Situated three miles south of Southport, of which it is a suburb. It makes up the southern edge of the town, bordering Formby. Ainsdale as a village does not have a long history. For hundreds of years it was a barren, sandy area with a few scattered farms. Christmas 2014 saw the Ainsdale Civic Society’s first ‘Christmas in Ainsdale’ Event and what a fantastic success it was! With more than 60 trees paid for by the local traders lining Station Road, the village already looked festive before the main 20 foot tree was placed in the Ainsdale Village Church Garden. Ainsdale Civic Society provided 100 presents for Father Christmas to give to the children at the event and these were gone in less than half an hour – but there was no need to worry, Father Christmas had plenty more presents back at the North Pole!! Hundreds of residents came to enjoy a wonderful festive event and this year promises to be just as successful. With bigger support from the Local Authority and the much appreciated assistance of local councillors, Thursday 3rd December will see this year’s tree lit in Ainsdale and the village traders are looking forward to joining in the fun again with games, fairground rides, barbecue and much much more planned too, so why not start your Christmas off in a good traditional style by visiting Ainsdale Village.
Fabrics including Michael Miller and Tilda Wools including King Cole, Adriafil and Millamia Kits and Crafts
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40 ye years retail experience flooring oor BOOK NOW FOR GUARANTEED CHRISTMAS FITTING
SIX30 X30 BA BAR AR AND BISTRO | 630 LIVERPOOL ROAD | AINSDALE PR8 3BH
WWW.SIX30.CO.UK | 01704 576770
•Samples brought to your home/workplace •Uplift & removal of old carpets •Moving of furniture as required •Friendly high quality service & standards A SMALL CHARGE WILL BE MADE FOR THESE SERVICES
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The perfect Christmas present!
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KEEPING IT LOCAL!
3 Cable Street FORMBY L37 3LU Tel: 01704 877912 42 Station Road AINSDALE PR8 3HW Tel: 01704 570491 or ring Mark on 07778 614571 Open: Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm (Wednesday 9am-1pm) Sunday Closed
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Birkdale Christmas Celebrations
Wednesday 2nd December
No sooner than you take a walk through Birkdale’s charming High Street, you step back in time.
A sparkling Collection of Clothes & Accessories LEBEK • EMRECO • STEILMANN FRANK WALDER • EUGEN KLEIN
• Dining & Furniture • Accent Chairs & Chaise • Unique Mirrors • Soft Furnishings • Lighting • Home Gifts • Rugs • Jewellery
Tel: 01704 808220
Birkdale Cheese Centre Christmas Hampers
Indian & English Hot Food
We have individually created hampers and gift baskets packed with the best of our range of Speciality Foods, Cheeses, Chutneys and Crackers. Ideal gift for all members of the Family, Friends, Corporate Gifts or Raffle Prizes. Hampers can be posted to any UK ADDRESS for a charge. Various hampers available: cheese & wine, cheese accessory, gluten free, non alcoholic, coffee & biscuits, we can prepare any hamper to suit your requirement.
TELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME
3 Kew Road, Birkdale 01704 568637 or 562570
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 11pm • Friday-Saturday 5pm - Midnight
WITH A GIFT MESSAGE AND GIFT WRAPPED A perfect way to spread some Festive Cheer! Order your Xmas Hampers on 01704 568822 before the 30th November for 10% Discount
Collection Only: SPEND £15 & GET A PORTION
OF PAKORA & POPPADOMS FREE
FREE HOME DELIVERY
www.birkdalecheese.com or birkdalecheesecentre@icloud.com
Southport area. Minimum order £14.00. Charges will apply for orders under £14.00
01704 568822
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Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
42a Liverpool Road, Birkdale Village, Southport PR8 4AY
GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE
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14b Upper Aughton Road, Birkdale PR8 8NA
The village has worked incredibly hard to keep the charm and attractiveness of years gone by. With that comes a formidable array of specialist shops like no other in the region. Eating out here is also a speciality in this village of villages. And it so easy to get there as Birkdale is served by a number of buses and trains on a regular basis and is most definitely worth a visit This year’s Christmas celebrations in Birkdale are kicking off on Wednesday 2nd December and will be ongoing throughout the afternoon from 3pm onward until 8pm. Judging by previous years the event in Birkdale is set to be a spectacular event with loads to do for the family and a real fun evening out. Carol singers will be singing around the Christmas tree while you enjoy tucking into the barbeque, having a sip of mulled wine and taking in the true atmosphere of Christmas in Victorian style. There’ll be cheese and wine tasting, face painting for the kids and much much more. The Birkdale Traders look forward to seeing you there!
1145648
ASK in store about our upcycling furniture workshop classes
145650
DORIS STREICH • BETTY BARCLAY 5 Weld Parade, Birkdale Village, Southport PR8 2DT Telephone: 01704 569697
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Manufacturers of Bespoke Curtains and Blinds made in our own workrooms Suppliers of all leading fabrics 1145651
71 Alma Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR9 4BL T: 01704 568449 • www.si-trade.co.uk • enquiries@si-trade.co.uk Find us on • @sitrade1
Christmas Shopping Evening
Thursday 19th November 4pm-7pm Card and Gift Boutique, Jewellers Bench and Home and Gift Boutique
Card and Gift Boutique
Beautiful Gifts Made Easy We stock LSA Glassware, Malini Throws, Helen Moore Faux Fur, Stunning Pictures, Mirrors, Sandy Bay Candles, Ashleigh and Burwood Fragrance Lamps and lots more
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Home and Gift Boutique
39 Liverpool Road Birkdale Southport PR8 4AG Tel: 01704 550339
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Stockists of Yankee Candles, Jellycat, Lolita Glassware, Lily Flame Candles, Five Dollar Shake, Personalised Cards and Giftware available instore. 32 Liverpool Road Birkdale Southport PR8 4AG Tel: 01704 569093
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Churchtown Christmas Celebrations
Friday 27th November
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Can a village be prettier than Churchtown at Christmas?
Churchtown Deli A wide variety of food and drink available for the festive period
Why not create a PERSONALISED HAMPER for someone special? Hampers priced from £2.50
Just choose the items you would like to include and we’ll do the rest!
With the Botanic Gardens nearby and the most wonderful small church of St. Cuthberts, Churchtown has been a destination favourite for families over many years. The centre of the old village retains much of its character from bygone ages. Churchtown is an area of outstanding beauty with fabulous little shop finds and eating places. As most of Botanic Road has a preservation order its beautiful collection of thatched cottages still exist. If you have not been to Churchtown for a while, do not miss the chance of going soon. This beautiful village is the ideal setting for starting off the Christmas spirit with a beautiful tree always pride of place in front of the Village Church, St Cuthberts.
Christmas in Churchtown Village is always a wonderful experience with loads going on for everybody. The quaint and sometimes quirky little shops in the village are all set to make this year’s Christmas experience for it’s customers no exception with plenty planned to bring Christmas to life in the area. Churchtown is a great place to find gift ideas if looking for that something different too. You experience community village life at it’s best in Churchtown. Join Churchtown Village for it’s Christmas event on Friday 27th November where there will be loads happening with a fun fair, stalls, and carol singers from the local schools. You will be able to visit some of the local shops on the evening which will be staying open for the event and also enjoy good food or even a tipple at the local restaurants and bars.
82 Botanic Road, Churchtown, Southport PR9 7NE • Tel: 01704 224078 Email: churchtowndeli@outlook.com • www.churchtowndeli.co.uk www.facebook.com/ChurchtownDeli • Twitter @curchtowndeli
MR CHIPS
We are the FIRST Fish & Chip shop in the Southport and Merseyside area to gain this prestigious award presti
pelo design HAIR & NAILS Stylish, relaxing and sophisticated salon in the heart of Crossens
Great value meals and delicious freshly cooked take-away food that you will love. We are No 1 in Southport for a reason, we care...
• Experienced Stylists • Extensive Nail Bar offering all treatments • Eyebrow Threading • Christmas Gift Vouchers Available
5 Preston New Road, Churchtown, PR9 8PB
TELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME
to MR CHIPS
01704 224 532
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THE SEAFISH FRIER QUALITY AWARD Q has been awarded
OPEN M - Sat 11.30am-2pm Mon 4.30pm-10pm H Bank Holidays 4.30pm-10pm
31 Rufford Road, Crossens, Southport PR9 8LE
Telephone: 01704 212138 www.pelodesign.co.uk
Your Quality Bakers
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Award Winning 5 Stars by Sefton Hygiene
Serving the villages for 48 years
Freshly baking bread, cakes and pastries to perfection every day WE NOW ALSO BAKE A RANGE OF DELICIOUS ARTISAN SOUR DOUGH BREADS!
HEAD OFFICE & SHOP
CHURCHTOWN SHOP
CROSSENS SHOP
BIRKDALE SHOP
TARLETON SHOP
The Bakery, 86 Oak Street Southport PR8 6AL 01704 537929
145 Roe Lane Churchtown PR9 7PW 01704 227040
129 Rufford Road Crossens PR9 8HT 01704 225933
35C Liverpool Road Birkdale PR8 4AG 01704 562106
4 Mark Square Tarleton PR4 6TU 01772 812722 1144945
www.lathamsthebakers.co.uk
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Churchtown
Crossens & Marshside
Tom Hodge F L O R I S T
‘The Bespoke Barber’
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Christmas bouquets Christmas wreaths Wedding specialists Personal consultation Stunning flowers for every occasion • Your village florist for over 30 years
Sweeney Todd
1b M Marshside h id R Road, d Southport S th
Tel: 01704 212219/509670 Email: thflorist@hotmail.co.uk
BUTCHERY COURSES
£120
Perfect for 3-6 people.
£34.99
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CHRISTMAS HAMPER
Super CHRISTMAS HAMPER
• 5lb Boneless Turkey Breast Joint Wrapped in Streaky Bacon • 1lb of Our Famous Homemade Chipolata Sausages • 1lb of our homemade Sausage Meat • 3lb Gammon or Pork Joint • 2lb English Beef Joint • 1 Tub of Goose Fat Perfect for 6-10 people.
£54.99
A minimum deposit of £10 must be placed upon ordering a Christmas Hamper
NOW IN STOCK Meat Vouchers Available Pheasants (£3.99 each) Quail (£7.99 for 4) Make Great Gifts VENISON ALSO AVAILABLE
BOTANIC ROAD, CHURCHTOWN • 227 044 Graham Eyes 14218CAMBRIDGE ROAD, CHURCHTOWN • 227 213
High Class Butchers
Telephone: 01704 227315
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Learn how to butcher Lamb, Beef, Pork, Poultry or how to make sausages!!! Per Pers Learn the different cuts of meat, how to prepare and cook them. on Learn how to use the tools of the trade! You get to keep £40 worth of the meat that YOU have cut up! Ideal gift for keen cooks & for those who are interested in how the meat we eat gets from the butchers shop to the table. Protective clothing, supper & refreshments included. Classes typically run a Monday/Tuesday Evening 6.15pm-10pm
• 4lb Boneless Turkey Breast Joint Wrapped in Streaky Bacon • 1lb of Our Famous Homemade Chipolata Sausages • 3lb Gammon or Pork Joint or • 2lb English Beef Joint
135 Rufford Road, Crossens PR9 8HT
17 WESLEY STREET • 532 481 www.bbq4u.com
MASSIVE RANGE OF CHRISTMAS ESSENTIALS IN STOCK...... • Bakeware • Cookware • Tableware • Glassware • Perfect Christmas gifts with a difference
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The Perfect Christmas Gift
In Crossens for over a quarter of a century
STOCK UPDATED REGULARLY BETWEEN NOW AND CHRISTMAS
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Christmas Churchtown
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Made-to-Measure Curtains & Blinds Whether your quest is for beautiful made to measure curtains and Roman blinds or high quality cushions, we have a wide range of fashion-inspired designs to help make furnishing your home a joy at a very competitive price.
7 DAY SERV ICE
25% OFF ALL MADE-TO-MEASURE ORDERS
INCLUDING OUR NEW RANGE OF WOODEN VENETIAN BLINDS — LIMITED PERIOD ONLY —
OUR NEW STORE IS LOCATED HERE
Pillowtalk
ALL OUR RANGES ARE EXCELLENT QUALITY AT REASONABLE PRICES
~Pillowtalk~
01772 619300
Cambridge Road, Churchtown PR9 9RZ
www.pillowtalkhome.co.uk
01704 505100
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Longton Business Park, Little Hoole, Lancs PR4 5LE
Made in UK
At this time of the year, days and nights can be busy with Christmas parties and get togethers. We are lucky to live in an area with many going out choices and this year, more than ever, the choice on offer is staggering. The popular belief that going out at Christmas (and in December in general) is not a good idea as prices increase and standards of both food and service fall is simply no longer true. The festive season has become much more than roast turkey, chipolatas and sprouts and the choices of available cuisine you can find on your own doorstep is truly astounding. For a lot of people, going out at this time of year provides a welcome break from the endless hours of preparation and planning at home. Because there is no need to eat a 'Christmas dinner' everytime you go out, why not try for something a bit different? If your better half is the one who does most of the Christmas chores organising a
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lovely evening or lunch out for him or her can make a real difference and provides the opportunity to have a little bit of time to yourselves at a time when generally, you have so many others to think of. It will also show your partner how much you appreciate everything they do. If you owe an invitation to a few people, why not have a few drink beforehand at your place and then go to a great restaurant afterwards as a Dutch treat. This is the easiest of get together's and almost guaranteed to be a success, leaving all the cooking and washing up to someone else whilst you will have paid your dues by starting the part in your own home. The festive season is always a great time to have a great time and nothing compares to a fantastic night out. Whether you want unbridled fun or a sophisticated soiree, a feast from far away or traditional fayre, our local bars and restaurants will have something for you.
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Latin Lounge, The Party Venue invites you to celebrate your Christmas with us EVERY THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY IN DECEMBER R
£17.95 includes 3 Courses a Glass of wine on arrival plus a great party DJ
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Our Function Room is available to hire for any occasion Please call Sandie for more information
The Latin Lounge Cafe Bar
8 Post Office Avenue Southport port PR9 0US S Tel: 01704 536700 • info@latinloungesouthport.co.uk
Indian & English Hot Food TELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME
3 Kew Road, Birkdale 01704 568637 or 562570
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Sunday-Thursday 5pm - 11pm • Friday-Saturday 5pm - Midnight Collection Only: SPEND £15 & GET A PORTION
OF PAKORA & POPPADOMS FREE
FREE HOME DELIVERY
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Wishing all our customers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
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TUESDAY - THURSDAY FRIDAY & SATURDAY
Christmas Fayre Luncheons 3 courses £18.95
Christmas Fayre Dinners 3 courses £19.95
Christmas Day Menu
5 courses £76.00 Under 10’s £45.00
Boxing Day Set Menu
3 courses £27.00 Under 10’s £13.50
New Year’s Eve Party £29.00 including our Grand Buffet, Magician & DJ
The Royal Hotel Marine Terrace Waterloo Liverpool, L22 5PR 0151 928 2332 www.liverpool-royalhotel.co.uk
2 Course £18.95 • 3 Course £22.95
CHRISTMAS DAY
Restaurant £74.95 3 Course Carvery £59.50
BOXING DAY NIGHT
Cabaret Dinner - Tom Jones & Neil Diamond 3 course meal £19.95 • Ticket only £7.50
NEW YEARS EVE
4 Course Cabaret Dinner with Showgirls, Stage Magician and DJ £40 10th DECEMBER PARTY NIGHT 80’s TRIBUTE BAND AND DJ plus 4 Course Meal £20 AFTER CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS 2016 Friday 22 January 80’s TRIBUTE BAND + DJ £16.95 Friday 29 January BOYBAND TRIBUTE + DJ £16.95 Friday 5 February MICHAEL JACKSON TRIBUTE + DJ £16.95 All include 4 course meal and table for the night
Barbacoa 47-51 Mersey View, Waterloo Liverpool L22 6QA
0151 924 0445 www.labarbacoa.co.uk
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2 Course £15.95 • 3 Course £19.95
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Taj Mahal ★★★★★ Restaurant as for Sefton Council Scores on the door
Contemporary Indian Restaurant & Takeaway 35 Bath Street · Southport
01704 544991 / 01704 545070
Early Bird 3 Courses
£9.95
FREE
2 courses £16.95 3 courses £19.95
Bottle of Wine of orders
£45+
CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS
CHRISTMAS BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN www.tajmahalsouthport.com j h l h
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Open throughout Christmas except Christmas Day Takeaway available New Years Eve
INDIAN TAKEAWAY
227643 / 213687
£24.95
EVERY SUNDAY
until the end of november
2 roasts for £10 Think you’ve got what it takes?
CHRISTMAS TRIBUTE NIGHTS George Gallagher Frank Sinatra Tribute Glass of Prosecco on arrival 3 course carvery menu • DJ and disco December 4th & 5th
FREE
6 High Park Road, Southport, Merseyside PR97QL
The Hop Roast
Available from 1st till 23rd December
on all takeaways
Available Sunday - Thursday 5.30pm - 7.30pm
join us for
CHRISTMAS MENU
FREE DELIVERY ON TAKEAWAYS on orders over £12
Bites Size Onion Bhajis with all Meal Orders
£29.95
Finish the Charters Matterhorn Challenge in 45 Minutes and you get it FREE!
To book please call us on 01704 833299 1145385
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Monday to Sunday 4.30pm - 11.30pm Open throughout Christmas holidays (inc Bank Holidays) except Christmas Day
4-6 Chapel Lane, Formby L37 4DU www.hopandhorn.co.uk
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Plan your lunch, dinner or evening out now, surprise someone you love or make sure your party will be one of the best ones yet! By booking it now, you will have made the very first step into having the best festive season ever. It is important however to remember a few rules of thumb and whilst most establishments will always try to look after their patrons - here are a few tips for you to be safe all this festive season. Set a budget for yourself. Whilst you will know how much your meal will cost you (especially if prebooked), the cost of drinks can soon mount up. Do not underestimate what you will need because the last thing you will want to do is to draw more cash out only for you to realise the following day that your budget has been seriously dented. You don't have to, you know! Being the responsible adults that we are, we all have a choice and one of those is not to drink the bars dry. Bearing in mind this is a season when opportunists sadly will be watching anyone that is easy prey, you will owe it to yourself to
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NOT feel pressured because Jack from work is on his eighteenth pint and you've only sunk two! Having a soft drink in between alcoholic beverages is also a good way of keeping things sensible and remembering to eat before stepping out is sensible as well. Don't leave your drinks unattended. There has been lots written on this topic and suffice to say that whether it is a shot that a friend has dropped in your beer or worse, knowing that your drink is safe is also part of your responsibility towards yourself. Keep an eye out for your friends as well. If you have decided to go home together then stick to that. Even with all the above ticked off, things can still go wrong as we all know so having some emergency pennies may not be a bad idea. The price of a taxi fare is something we should all have tucked away. Keep that away from your cash stash and only use it if you have to. Fun is always about keeping safe and these few measures are about keeping your head about you and looking after those you love.
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