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t is a pleasure for me to introduce Liverpool Night&Day Magazine.

It is not only a guide for local visitors who only come into the City Centre every now and again, but for tourists who come from all around the world.

Few cities in the world can boast Liverpool’s tourist offering. Whether you are a culture vulture, music fanatic, ravenous foodie or retail queen, Liverpool will not disappoint.

From world class attractions, shopping and sport to legendary music and nightlife, the city region is bursting with the widest choice of things to do.

With the largest collection of museums and galleries anywhere outside of London, the city’s culture and heritage are at the very heart of the destination. There’s a fantastic selection of performance spaces too from grand theatres to intimate clubs.

As a UNESCO World Heritage City, Liverpool has a unique mix of contemporary and classic architecture, not to mention two magnificently different Cathedrals and of course,

the stunning Liverpool Waterfront. With such a compact, visitor-friendly city centre you can easily explore the destination on foot.

From Premiership football to the world’s most famous steeplechase, the finest stretch of Championship golf and the most successful Rugby League club, Liverpool City Region’s has an unrivalled sporting heritage.

If shopping is a sport, then we can add that to the list too! Liverpool is now one of the top retail destinations in the country with everything from high street favourites to exclusive independent boutiques and quirky gift shops including the £1bn Liverpool One Shopping Centre that alone attracted 25 million shoppers last year. Others find our attraction is our superb restaurants and hotels catering for every budget Liverpool is 5th in the top ten UK holiday destinations leading the way not only in the Northwest but also in the English regions.

This is why I enjoy my job as Lord Mayor of Liverpool so much; I get the opportunity to show this great city in a good light. I also come to work in one of its most iconic buildings and feel lucky to do so!

The Town Hall is a great building and has so much to give to visitors and the community it serves, it should be used a whole lot more. If you want to know more about what I do, what happens in The Town Hall or book the building for an occasion call 0151 233 2030 This is just one building amongst hundreds that should be explored so much more and this magazine will make sure people will have the opportunity to do that!

In conclusion, whether you’re coming to Liverpool for an afternoon of shopping or a holiday, this magazine is the essential guide that everyone will want and need.

Lord Mayor of Liverpool Councillor Gary Millar Twitter: @garymillar

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Contents

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Liverpool Night & Day Winter 2013-2014 Facts & info 2 Welcome Greetings from the Lord Mayor 18 Interesting Facts Things you may not know!

32 City Map A detailed street map 58 Essential Information What you need to know

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26 Southport Shopping delights in the town 36 Macedonia A great city to visit.

Lifestyle 20 Shopping Winter shopping in the city 40 Food & Drink Bars & Restaurants 60 Business Property & finance

Entertainment 4 What’s On Winter events 16 Festive frolics Christmas in the city 28 Attractions What to see & do 46 Nightlife Liverpool nights

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o matter what your taste, you are certain to find an event, exhibition, production or spectacle to tickle your fancy in Liverpool. The following pages offer a summary of some of the big events which will take place in the city this season. For further details or ticketing info on a specific event, check out the event website or the website of the event location, or log onto: www.visitliverpool.com.

Winter Events began his career with the Liverpool Daily Post and Echo in 1962. One of his earliest assignments was to capture the "Squire of Knotty Ash". A friendship blossomed and in a career spanning 50 years Ken Dodd became one of his most photographed and favourite subjects.

Art Turning Left: How Values Changed Making 1789-2013

EXHIBITIONS

By Jove! It's Ken Dodd!

Photographs by Stephen Shakeshaft

At Tate Liverpool Albert Dock Until February 2 Art Turning Left is the first exhibition to examine how the production and reception of art has been influenced by left-wing values, from the

Throughout winter At Museum of Liverpool Ken Dodd is Liverpool's best-loved entertainer and one of Britain's greatest ever comedians. This exhibition will celebrate the life of the comedy legend through the lens of awardwinning photographer Stephen Shakeshaft, who

French Revolution to the present day. Displaying works by artists including Paul Signac, William Morris, Guy Debord and Guerilla Girls, Art Turning Left explores how artists across the globe have values linked to the political left embedded in their modes of production and distribution.

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Whats On CONCERTS Liverpool Welsh Choral: A Family Christmas with Huw Edwards December 11 At Liverpool Philharmonic Hall The BBC's Huw Edwards presenter, Elgan Llyr Thomas tenor, Keith Orrell and Thomas Wyss conductors, Stephen Hargreaves accompanist.

Listen to sparkling tunes old and new from Liverpool Welsh Choral, in an afternoon concert with something for all the family.

JLS December 9 At Echo Arena

return in 2013 to embark on their biggest tour in over a decade, coming to Echo Arena on Saturday 14 December! This is an opportunity to see the band perform their all time classics such as Real Gone Kid, Dignity, Chocolate Girl, and also a selection from their new repertoire.

The Bootleg Beatles December 13 At Liverpool Philharmonic In the fifty years since The Beatles had their first No.1, their music has never been eclipsed, their image has never faded, and they continue to attract new fans with each coming generation. For over thirty of those years, The Bootleg Beatles have been performing these classic pop songs to audiences across the globe, winning over even the most hardened sceptics with their stunning recreation of The Beatles’ sound and look.

Union J January 6 At Liverpool Waterfront

JLS have announced their third UK arena tour which will come to Echo Arena on 09 December 2013. Since JLS came second on X Factor in 2008, they have been one of the most successful acts in the show's history. Over the last four years they have sold over six million records and racked up a number of impressive awards.

Oritsé, Marvin, Aston and JB have recently shifted gear into a fresh era with the release of new album, Evolution.

Deacon Blue December 14 At Liverpool Waterfront Following a hugely successful sell-out tour in 2012 celebrating the 25th anniversary release of their debut album ‘Raintown’, and also the release of their Top 20 album The Hipsters, Deacon Blue

Hot on the heels of the success of their debut single 'Carry You', X Factor boyband sensations Union J have announced their first ever UK headline tour. Union J will come to EchoTwo at Echo Arena and they promise to put on a really special show.' With a top 5 single, almost a million twitter followers, 9 million views on Youtube and a book deal in the bag, it would seem Union J’s limits are endless.

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PANTO SEASON IN LIVERPOOL Peter Pan December 13-January 5 At Liverpool Empire Panto returns to the Liverpool Empire this Christmas with a line-up of Liverpool favourites in Peter Pan! Ray Quinn (Grease, Dancing on Ice) stars as the boy who never grew up, alongside Brookside’s Louis Emerick as Captain Hook, Juice FM’s Leanne Campbell as Tiger Lily, Shaun Mason as Smee, Radio City’s Pete Price as Pirate and Emma Stephens as Wendy. Fly away on a spectacular journey of wonder and excitement into the magical world of Neverland this festive season.

magic carpet ride of a lifetime with Aladdin from Friday 29 November 2013 to Saturday 18 January 2014. Unlike any other panto in the city, the multi-talented cast sing, dance, entertain, and play music live on stage. Heading that cast are audience favourites Adam Keast as the Genie making everyone’s wish come true, and Liverpool’s infamous Panto Dame Francis Tucker as Widow Twanky, who will once again bring their renowned double-act to the stage to thrill and soak the crowd in equal measure!

Aladdin - It's Raining Zen Until January 18 at Liverpool Playhouse Liverpool’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll panto returns to the Playhouse for the

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Whats On Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs December 12-January 5 At Epstein Theatre LHK Productions return to the Epstein Theatre this festive season with one of the world’s favourite fairytales.

It is a show that promises to deliver the mix of fun and traditional pantomime with a fresh and current twist. No panto would be complete without its celebrity cast and this year LHK Productions have pulled out all the stops to make 2013 their best panto yet! Liverpool model and reality star Amanda Harrington will be making her pantomime debut as The Fairy. Soap star Paul Danan is set to live up to his heart-throb reputation as the ever dashing Prince and Liverpool favourite Crissy Rock will be putting her wit and sharp putdowns to the test as the Wicked Queen.

great family alternative to pantomime - will run from 3 – 21 December. Penned by Karen Blick, produced by English Rice Productions & The Liverpool Actors Studio, and directed by Barrie Ryan English, Little Red Riding Hood is a modern day re-telling of this classic children's tale.

The Pied Piper Until January 11 At Unity Theatre Once upon a time, in a town with no cats, arrived a swarm of ravenous rats. They ate up the chocolate, they ate up the pie, They ate up so much the mayor started to cry! Can nobody save us? Will nobody try? When all of a sudden a Piper came by... I’ll rid you of rats, both thin and both long I’ll do it with music, I’ll do it with song - A family show with song, dance and fun, A musical adventure perfect for everyone.

SOUTHPORT PANTO Jack & The Beanstalk December 13-21 At Southport Theatre & Convention Centre

Little Red Riding Hood Until December 21 At Liverpool Actors Studio

Feisty fairytale heroine Little Red Riding Hood will take up residence in the Liverpool Actors Studio Theatre this festive season. A brand new production of this much loved tale - a

Follow Jack Trott on his ‘rags to riches’ adventure in this heart-warming and hilarious pantomime! Starring TV's Kim Woodburn and Steps' Lee Latchford-Evans, the show will take place at Southport Theatre & Convention Centre from December 13-21. Packed full of toe-tapping tunes, amazing dance routines, fabulous songs, hilarious comedy, slapstick and fantastic audience participation - this festive treat is a show that’s simply not to be missed!

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Whats On MISCELLANEOUS EVENTS Elvis & Us Throughout winter At The Beatles Story This unique, first-of-its-kind exhibition will allow visitors to experience the power of both Elvis and The Beatles, along with their explosive impact on music and popular culture. One of the key elements explored in the Elvis and Us exhibition will be the evening Elvis and The Beatles met in person on August 27, 1965, at his home in Bel Air, California.

Spaceport’s Time Travellers Throughout winter At Victoria Place, Wallasey

Smash Muaythai 7 December 21 At Bar Envi, Fleet Street 17.

Smash Muaythai 7 is the Final event of a fantastic year. 2 Explosive and Brutal Rematches will top this amazing Fight Card. The Main Event features Mike Egan against Freddie Lumor, as Mike makes his 2nd defence against the inform Lumor who represents Chris Knowles's All New Knowlesy Academy in London. Shaun Facey was Mikes original opponent however he has had to pull out and vacate the WKA National Title which he was putting on the line. Mike will still defend his WBC Title and the now vacant WKA Title is still up for grabs in this unification fight.

It promises to be a great match-up.

Whines & Spirits Ghost Hunt Spaceport’s Time Travellers exhibition is a must for fans of Dr Who. ‘Time Travellers’ boasts an intergalactic host of amazing exhibits including a replica TARDIS, Cybermen, a Sontaran, K9 and ever-terrifying life size Daleks, along with a new monster making station! With replica Dr Who costume characters ranging from the 1970’s to the present day, there will be something to thrill every generation of Time Lord.

January 19 At Bridewell Do you dare to spend the night locked up in Liverpool’s former jailhouse? Then join the Whines & Spirits Ghost Hunt for a paranormal investigation inside the Liverpool One Bridewell.

The Bridewell, is a Grade II Listed building built in the 1850s. Many drunks, robbers and assailants have been thrown into the cells there and are now said to haunt the building. A night of chilling fun!

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Whats On MISCELLANEOUS Pointillism on Stage December 10-11 At Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) Mount Street Step into our Paul McCartney Auditorium to experience a world that has gone dotty – quite literally. View installations and 3D art inspired by pointillism, a style of painting developed in 19th century France, in which small spots of colour are built up to create a picture. The exhibition is brought to you by first-year design and technology students, who have taken inspiration from the founding fathers of the style, Georges Seurat and Paul Signac.

Arenacross February 2 At Liverpool Waterfront

Arenacross takes the most spectacular elements of outdoor Motocross racing, boils them down into a concentrated cocktail and then shoehorns them into arenas onto purpose-built dirt tracks. Racing is short, sharp and shockingly spectacular with huge triple jumps, murderous mogul sections and fast, banked corners all designed to provide a high-octane sensory feast.

LIVERPOOL FIXTURES Sunday 15 December: Tottenham v Liverpool, 12.45.

Saturday 21 December: Liverpool v Cardiff, 12.45.

Thursday 26 December: Man City v Liverpool, 17.30.

Sunday 29 December: Chelsea v Liverpool, 16.00.

Wednesday 1 January: Liverpool v Hull, 15.00 Sunday 12 January: Stoke v Liverpool, 16.10.

Saturday 18 January: Liverpool v Aston Villa, 17.30.

Tuesday 28 January: Liverpool v Everton, 20.00.

Saturday 1 February: West Brom v Liverpool, 15.00.

Saturday 8 February: Liverpool v Arsenal, 15.00.

Wednesday 12 February: Fulham v Liverpool, 20.00.

Saturday 22 February: Liverpool v Swansea, 15.00

EVERTON FIXTURES Saturday 14 December: Everton v Fulham, 15.00.

Sunday 22 December: Swansea v Everton, 16.00.

Thursday 26 December: Everton v Sunderland, 15.00.

Sunday 29 December: Everton v Southampton, 13.30.

Wednesday 1 January: Stoke v Everton, 15.00.

Saturday 11 January: Everton v Norwich, 15.00.

Monday 20 January: West Brom v Everton, 20.00.

Tuesday 28 January: Liverpool v Everton, 20.00.

Saturday 1 February: Everton v Aston Villa, 15.00.

Saturday 8 February: Tottenham v Everton, 15.00.

Wednesday 12 February: Everton v Crystal Palace, 19.45.

Saturday 22 February: Chelsea v Everton, 15.00.

FOOTBALL The winter season is always a key time in the Premier League. The following are the league fixtures involving Liverpool and Everton for this winter season:

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Whats On

Festive Events - will come alive within one of Liverpool’s most beloved landmarks, St George's Hall. Visitors are invited to take part in magical journey through this iconic building before meeting Father Christmas himself.

Liverpool Christmas Market

Tommy Copper

Until December 22 At Lord Street, Church Street & Whitechapel

December 16-21 At Lantern Theatre The official Tommy Cooper Christmas special. Starring West End star Danny Taylor as the great man of comedy, Tommy Cooper. Written

by Ian Carroll (Adolf in Toxteth) featuring a stellar cast and all your favourite jokes, this show is guaranteed to make your Christmas special.

St. George's Grotto Until December 23 At St. George's Hall From 16th November – 23rd December a brand new Christmas Grotto will open in one of Liverpool’s most iconic historic buildings! St George’s Grotto - an interactive Dickensian festive experience complete with a miniature train

Liverpool Christmas Market provides the perfect opportunity to get those Christmas stocking fillers.

Discover treats and surprises from five different continents as the world comes to Liverpool in the guise of this uber-international market.

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Whats On FESTIVE EVENTS CONTINUED Dreaming of a Barry White Christmas

through the zoo, designed to get visitors in to the Christmas spirit. There were activities - lantern making for the kids, yummy food and drink, a photo with Santa and the grand finale – six larger than life animal lanterns shining brightly on the Oakfield Manor lawn. Journey through our magical gardens, try out your lantern making skills, visit the elephant house and fruit bat forest, meet the friendly festive characters and sample some deliciously tasty treats.

Christmas Fanfare

December 17-21 At Echo Arena This December, EchoTwo @ Echo Arena has a grown up festive treat in store for theatregoers when the only Christmas-themed show in town, Dreaming of a Barry White Christmas, premieres at the venue. Described as a ‘Scouse Scrooge’ comedy play and crammed full with original classic hits from soul legend Barry White in, Dreaming of a Barry White Christmas is the coolest and funniest comedy of the season.

Lantern Magic December 12-23 At Chester Zoo Last year Chester Zoo launched Lantern Magic - an unforgettable night time journey

December 9 At Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Capture the spirit of Christmas with Archbishop Beck Catholic College and Partner Primary Schools’ Christmas concert for all ages, with traditional carols and lots, lots more, incorporating a special performance of the classic poem ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Father Christmas has also agreed to make a brief appearance!

ZAGMUTH December 21-23 & December 27-31 & January 1-4 At Lantern Theatre ZAGMUTH is a mesmerising, magical Christmas show from Take A Hint Theatre Company. Perfect yuletide entertainment for the whole family, the story of Zagmuth is waiting to be told to give you that warm festive feeling.

Embrace the wonderment of Christmas with Take A Hint and the Lantern Theatre this December!

An original Christmas show not to be missed!

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Ken Dodd's Happiness Show December 28-29 At Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Join Ken Dodd and his special guests for his hilarious Christmas show. Your festive celebrations just aren’t complete without a marathon of jokes, fun, songs and happiness courtesy of Knotty Ash’s finest. If you haven’t experienced the annual Liverpool fixture then now is the time.

show blasts off all the classic space movies and T.V. shows will be subject to an unmerciful mickey take of astronomical proportion.

The Hitchhiker's Guide To Fazakerley December 9-14 At Royal Court Fred Lawless is back for Christmas 2013 and this time he’s shooting for the stars! The writer of the last four smash hit Royal Court Chrimbo shows (Merry Ding Dong, Scouse Pacific, Little Scouse On The Prairie and A Nightmare On Lime Street) is back once again with a Close Encounter of the Royal Court kind, that will make Star Wars look like a primary school nativity. Stand by for action, because once this

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Christmas in Liverpool

hristmas in Liverpool is a magical occasion and this year’s festivities will be hitting all the right notes, as the city turns on the style to make Christmas 2013 the most memorable to date.

If you happen to be visiting the city during the festive season, you are in for a real treat as you can combine the warmth and nostalgia of a traditional English Christmas with that little bit of extra sparkle which Liverpudlians always add to the occasion.

Santa Claus, the Reindeer, turkey, trifles, ice skating, Christmas markets, carol singers, Christmas trees galore, shopping extravaganzas and festive productions.

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forward to the Urban Winter Village at Williamson Square, which runs until December 22nd; the ICE Festival which runs until December 21 at Liverpool One; and Winter Wonderful which runs throughout the festive period at the Metquarter and will include live shows, choir performances and various other exciting events.

There will also be a host of Christmas markets taking place in and around the citycentre and all of them will no doubt increase your Christmas spirit.

For more details on events taking place during the festive period, check out our What’s On section earlier in the magazine. The city will be illuminated like never before and believe us – you really will get the feeling that Santa Claus is coming to town!

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iverpool is one of the country's most famous clubbing cities, so you can rest assured that the city will pull out all the stops on New Year’s Eve for the arrival of 2014.

Whether it be a buzzing club night, a champagne-popping party, an intimate evening in a cosy bar or restaurant or a dinner party…… Liverpool will not disappoint on December 31st. The following are some of the venues and events we recommend:

New Year’s Eve at Leo Casino A Kay- One of the most sought after Soul acts in the country will perform at Leo casino on New Year’s Eve, and it promises to be the perfect way to ring in 2014. The band cover all the great Motown hits from acts such as James Brown, The Four Tops and the Jackson Five.

Entry is free for members. If you are not a member, don’t worry, because membership is also free!

NEW YEAr The Perfect Night The Perfect Night once again returns to the famous Grade 2 listed County Stand at the amazing Chester Race Course. The party is hosted by Hosted by Radio City 96.7.

Pleasure Rooms Reunion All the original DJs and MCs return for a massive New Year’s Eve night which runs until 6am. Join all the original Pleasure Rooms acts and ring in 2014 with a bang!

Hed Kandi Celebrate this New Years Eve in style as Hed Kandi invites you to Club Privillage for a night of extravagant clubbing and festive party fun. This party always delivers a delicious mix of the latest big-room floor fillers.

Dance Paradise New Year’s Eve Join the gang at Pulp Nightclub with Old Skool Sounds, Dance Classics & Clubland Anthems which are guaranteed to take you into 2014 in style.

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Interesting Facts

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Liverpool was once the Second City of the Empire

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largest cathedral in Britain and the fifth largest in the world. *Liverpool is the only city outside London to host two cathedrals. *The city’s three graces - the Liver, the Cunard and the Port of Liverpool buildings – will be joined by a fourth building called ‘The Cloud’.

Designed by Will Alsop, it is a futuristic, The Liver Building clock face

*Liverpool was once the "Second City of the Empire". At times, it even eclipsed London for commerce. *Liverpool was designated as a World Heritage City by UNESCO in July 2004. Pier Head was placed alongside Stonehenge and the Great Wall of China as one of the world's most important places. *The city’s Anglican Cathedral is the

FACTS three-tiered structure that will house offices, a hotel and community facilities. *Scouse is a type of stew. It was eaten by Liverpudlians living in poverty before the 1900s.

Ingredients include lamb or beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes and onion. *The clock faces on the Liver Building are the biggest in the country, 2'6" bigger than London’s Big Ben.

*Football nets were invented by Liverpool’s municipal engineer John Alexander Brodie in 1892. *Liverpool holds the Guinness Book of Records title for being the Capital of Pop. Artists from Liverpool have had more number one hits than from any other location – a major reason for this is of course The Beatles.

*Liverpool has a thriving film industry.

The city was used as a location for more than 140 films in 2011 and has doubled for places like Dublin, Moscow Paris and even Venice.

Films made in Liverpool include: The Hunt For Red October, The 51st State, The Parole Officer and Letter To Brezhnev. *Liverpool is the most successful footballing city in England, as between them, Liverpool and Everton have won 27 League championships, 11 FA Cups, six League Cups, five European Cups, three Uefa Cups, one Cup Winners Cup,

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Shopping Until You Drop!

ith gleaming new shopping centres, boutique arcades, bohemian streets, and farmer’s markets, Liverpool could justifiably be described as a shopping heaven.

Designer labels, bargains, jewellery, diamonds, books, antiques, cosmetics‌.You name it and you will most likely find it in Liverpool.

Liverpool ONE is one of the undoubted highlights. Situated right in the heart of the city, this new designer Liverpool shopping centre is home to more than 160 famous high street shops, as well as a cinema and various cafes and eateries. We have highlighted it in more depth later in this section.

Then there is the exclusive Metquarter, where you will find more select fashion and beauty outlets such as Jo Malone, Molton Brown and MAC. For the boys there is Gieves & Hawkes and Tommy Hilfiger.

St Johns Shopping Centre is also well

worth visiting. It is the largest covered shopping centre in the city and boasts over 100 retailers.

Liverpool also plays host to exclusive shopping areas like the ultra fashionable Cavern Walks, home to Vivienne Westwood and Cricket.

Lark Lane is also a groovy destination full of bohemian boutiques and street markets.

Shopping in the Liverpool City Region, outside the city centre, has much to offer too.

There is Lord Street in Southport, an elegant parade of Victorian arcades with a whole host of smart shops and boutiques, while the Wirral has various farm-shops bulging with lots of delicious local produce.

As with everywhere else on the planet, the health & beauty scene has also taken off in Liverpool with various services ensuring you look good and feel good.

In the pages which follow, we will offer an in-depth look at exactly what you can buy and where you can buy it in Liverpool.

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Smoke in style Turmeaus Tobacconist 32 Fenwick St, Tel.: +44 151 236 3802. www.cgarsltd.co.uk

Believed to be the second oldest cigar merchant in the United Kingdom, C.GARS Ltd is proud to have Turmeaus Tobacconist as part of their group.

Their shop on Fenwick Street recently underwent extensive refurbishment and it truly does look the part.

The helpful and friendly sales team which includes Christine, Veronica and Shirley are on hand to serve you Monday - Friday: 8am - 6pm and Saturday: 10am - 4pm. They have a wealth of experience in the tobacco trade and superb specialist knowledge of pipes and pipe tobaccos.

Jonny Goggles North John Street, City Centre.

Stanley Road, Bootle. +44 (0) 151 227 3232 www.jonnygoggles.com

Jonny Goggles is a Merseyside-based opticians, with two branches located in North John Street, Liverpool City Centre and Stanley Road, Bootle.

Jonny Goggles has been described by local radio presenter Billy Butler as "The opticians used by the stars", as they have tested eyes for both Liverpool and Everton football club and have worked with big corporate names such as Jaguar and Granada Television, as well as various TV celebrities. They have a fun approach to what is a serious profession and never lose sight of how important the medical side of their practice is. However, they are well aware that spectacles are purchased with fashion in mind and can be crucial for the appearance. They supply top brand names, colour contact lenses, sunglasses, swimming goggles and safety glasses.

Smiffy’s 56 Bold Street Tel.: +44 151 709 9449. www.smiffys-liverpool.co.uk

Have you ever considered joining the priesthood, or becoming a pirate for the night? Or perhaps your preference is to show up at a gathering dressed as your favourite super-hero. If you have, then you need to check out the Smiffy’s-Liverpool Experience. Smiffy’s stocks the largest selection of fancy dress costumes in Merseyside. They offer a huge array of costumes and accessories to suit all occasions and celebrations. The people at Smiffy’s are always moving with the times and you can rest assured that when something is topical, they will react by ensuring they have the outfits to suit current affairs. The store can be found at 56 Bold Street and you can also purchase goods on their website at: www.smiffysliverpool. co.uk.

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St Johns

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125 St George's Place, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 0916 www.stjohns-shopping.co.uk St Johns Shopping Centre is the largest covered shopping centre in the city of Liverpool and provides an all-round excellent shopping experience.

Located in the heart of the city centre at St. George’s Place, it has been in existence since 1969 and boasts over 100 retailers.

The precinct is also home to St John's Market which has a history dating back to 1822, although the current market was opened to the public by the Queen in April 1971.

All businesses located in St Johns Shopping Centre are members of “City Central”, a Business Improvement District

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(BID) representing approximately 630 businesses in the retail and leisure heart of Liverpool city centre.

St Johns Centre is also proud to be part of the local community and is committed to working in socially responsible activities designed to benefit groups and individuals.

Included among the stores at St. Johns are: Wilkinson, Warren James, Ultima Moda, ModaTwist, Thorntons, The Phone Lab, The Perfume Shop, Storm, Shoo Shoo.

There are also plenty of restaurants and cafes which are located in the brand new state of the art food court area.

The Centre is easy to find – as it is located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre - just look for the Radio City tower! Opening hours: Monday to Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm and on Sundays from 11am to 5pm.

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shopping Cavern Walks 8 Mathew Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 9082 www.cavern-walks.co.uk Cavern Walks is Liverpool’s only boutique arcade and home to the most unique collection of independent retailing in the city and the greatest designer brands, such as: Boudoir Boutique, Boudette, Christopher James, Cricket, Cricket Kid’s, Cavern Kids, Cavern Shoes, Vivienne Westwood, Weavers Door, Cavern Hair Boutique, Nail Nation, Chantilly and Lucy in the Sky. The centre is open from 9.0am until 6pm from Monday to Saturday and from 11.0am until 4.0 pm.

9th March 2006 and since then it has gone from strength to strength in a bid to bring people the ideal shopping experience. The centre also hosts regular events and exhibitions which are always worth seeing.

Clayton Square Shopping Centre Great Charlotte Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 4560. www.claytonsquare.co.uk

MetQuarter 35 Whitechapel Liverpool L1 6DA, United Kingdom +44 151 224 2390

Metquarter is situated in the heart of Liverpool and plays host to brands such as MAC, Hugo Boss, Jo Malone, A|X Armani Exchange and Diesel. Metquarter provides a shopping experience unlike most others. It was opened to the public on

Whether you're meeting friends, need a break during a hard day's shopping, or just passing through, Clayton Square Shopping Centre has some great ways to perk you up! You can sit down and have a chat in Nosh'n'Coffee, basking under their lovely domed glass ceiling and enjoying their wonderful range of teas and coffees. If you need to keep in touch with friends and family around the world, Le Boulevard Café has 20 internet-connected PCs available for you to use. Or if you've got a bit of a sweet tooth, check out Millie's Cookies great range of tasty treats. And of course they also offer some excellent shopping stores.

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Shopping in Southport

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hopping in Southport has a lot of unexpected gems. From the stunning architecture of Lord Street to the bustling activity of Chapel Street, quaint individual shops on Wesley Street to antiques and collectables in the Royal Arcade.

The town also has a number of retail parks all bursting with popular brand names and big retail outlets.

For the more traditional shoppers among you, there are an abundance of villages offering superb local produce and the town also has its very own Market Hall.

Lord Street One of Southport's most celebrated shopping sights is Lord Street, a Victorian canopied boulevard edged in scenic gardens.

With a charming, unique style all of its own, Lord Street has been a favourite shopping destination for over a century. Speciality shops and designer boutiques are just a stone’s throw

from the street’s picturesque and leafy gardens.

The street also hosts the Wayfarers Shopping Arcade which has been open since 1898.

Chapel Street For high street brands and national names you must pay a visit to Chapel Street, which is adjacent to Lord Street. It’s a fully pedestrianised thoroughfare and the gateway to the town for rail users. You will find the bright and airy shopping arcade “Marble Place” on Chapel Street.

Wesley Street Wesley Street is affectionately known as the “Village in the Town”. It boasts a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and offers something for everyone. Accredited with numerous awards for floral displays and community spirit, you will find a string of unique, independent shops painted in pastel colours. For more info, visit: www.wesleystreet.co.uk.

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his Christmas Revolver Retail are bringing one of the hottest trends in urban architecture to Liverpool. The City's first shipping container market will run until December 22nd at Williamson Square.

At the heart of the village will be Liverpool's City Central bandstand which will be animated with various musical performances and appearances from some very special guests.... you can even stop by our cargo lounge and warm up with a festive cocktail.

The event will be brought to the City in partnership with Whitecrate, Open Culture and Liverpool City Central BID. It will feature a total of 14 container units. The 'Urban Winter Village' will be a festive collection of arts, crafts, health, beauty and all things retail.

The village aims to complement the existing Christmas market and attract the best of Liverpool’s creative and artisan retailers to create a unique offer for the Cities shoppers this Christmas.

The Urban Winter Village will present a fantastic opportunity to exhibit, promote, network and sell products directly to the public.

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careful plan is needed when you visit Liverpool, or you are certain to miss some of the most interesting parts. You would need to take a month off work to experience all the attractions the city has to offer.

So, you want a museum? Which one would that be then? Would it be the Maritime Museum or perhaps the World Museum? Wait a minute, was it the Slavery Museum or possibly the Museum of Liverpool? A certain quartet was ‘quite’ successful in the 1960s, so maybe you want to find out more about them in the Beatles Museum? I think you can see what we are getting at. There is just so much to do and so much variety, so the aforementioned plan really is a good idea.

Everywhere you walk you experience history. From the Grade I and Grade II listed buildings throughout the city (second only in

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number to London in the UK) to the enchanting waterfront highlighting Liverpool’s maritime heritage as one of the world’s most important cities.

You can’t miss the Albert Dock, a complex of restored dock buildings and warehouses which hosts an abundance of shops, coffee bars, restaurants, pubs, clubs and museums. It’s here where The Beatles Story Museum is housed.

Once you have finished in the Beatles Museum, take a stroll back across to the city centre and see where it all started for the ‘Fab Four’. Walk down Matthew Street and see the famous Cavern Club where they made their name.

We hope you enjoy Liverpool’s wonderful attractions and that this section of our magazine helps to enhance that enjoyment.

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Grosvenor Leo Casino

Leo Casino 44 Chaloner Street, Queen’s Dock.

Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 8878.

Are you looking for something different? If you are, then Leo Casino could be the answer!

The casino is situated on the Queen’s Dock next to the world-famous Albert Dock. A modern casino, Leo’s was built in 2002 and has won awards for its spectacular lighting design.

Gaming at the casino consists of live gaming tables (from 25 pence) and electronic slots (from just 10 pence), with jackpots up to 4.000 pounds.

The casino also includes a large poker room which hosts tournaments, cash games and private packages daily.

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Leo also hosts a private meeting room which is available for hire with complimentary teas and coffees. For more information about this, send an email to: SM.GC-Liverpool@rank.com.

Currently at the casino, you can find the newly launched winter menu, which has a vast array of dishes to suit all tastes and budgets, and while you dine, you can take advantage of the stunning panoramic river views. If you are planning a party or celebration, you can contact the casino and they will inform you about their fantastic gaming and dining packages.

So, whether it’s for gaming, dining, poker or entertainment, make your way to Leo Casino, because there is something for everyone.

Strictly over 18’s only; ID, passport or driver’s license necessary for first registration. Dress code: smart/casual (no sportswear). Please play responsibly – www.gambleaware.co.uk.

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ATTRACTIONS The Museum of Liverpool Pier Head Tel.: +44 (0) 151 478 4545. www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/mol

The Museum of Liverpool is the world’s first national museum devoted to the history of a regional city, demonstrating Liverpool’s unique contribution to the world. The new museum tells the story of Liverpool with diverse exhibits housed in a stunning building. Exhibits include the stage where John Lennon and Paul McCartney first met, Ben Johnson’s Liverpool Cityscape, a life-size Liverbird, the first Ford Anglia from Ford’s Halewood production line and Chris Boardman’s famous Lotus sport bike. Don’t miss 'Kicking and Screaming' football show; and the 'In The Town Where I Was Born' Beatles show.

Metropolitan Cathedral of Liverpool Cathedral House, Mount Pleasant Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 9222. www.liverpoolmetrocathedral.org.uk Liverpool is fortunate enough to possess two mighty symbols of the Christian faith and both face each other at opposite ends of the aptlynamed Hope Street. The Metropolitan is the seat of the Archbishop of Liverpool The spirit which the Metropolitan Cathedral enshrines is told in part in its history, partly in the beauty of the final product produced by the skills of contemporary architects, artists and craftsmen, but most of all that spirit is portrayed in the communities which use the building. The Cathedral is open from 7.30am to 6.00pm daily, but closes at 5.00pm on Sundays in winter.

Admission is free, but a suggested donation of £2.50 for the upkeep is appreciated. A charge of £3.00 is made for individual admission to the

Crypt and Treasury. Guides are usually on duty to show you around and to explain the mission of the Cathedral. GUIDED TOURS for organised groups can be booked in advance by calling +44 (0) 151 709 9222.

Liverpool Cathedral St James’ Mount Tel.: +44 0151 702 7284. www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk From the very early days of its origins and then starting to build just after the turn of the 20th Century, through to its completion in 1978 after 74 long, hard, but rewarding years, the unfolding story of this great cathedral, the largest in the whole of the UK and the fifth largest in the world, is both fascinating and quite unique. It survived two World Wars, periods of recession and great hardship in this once famous and important port of Liverpool to become a tribute to the dedication of a great many people and their skills. Share the amazing journey by visiting this magnificent building and learn about the Cathedral’s mission to proclaim that Jesus Christ is alive and that His Gospel is true and relevant to today's world.

Philharmonic Hall 36 Hope Street Tel.: +44 0151 707 2837. www.liverpoolphil.com Philharmonic Hall is a cultural oasis in the heart of Liverpool's Georgian district, Hope Street. It is home to the world's third oldest music-making organization, the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Society, founded in the 1840s. As well as the world class Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, their programme of classical music activity includes the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, the Chamber Music Series and their contemporary group Ensemble 10/10. Uniquely, they also run a venue; the Grade II listed Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

They promote a wide range of contemporary rock, pop, folk, roots, jazz and blues concerts and music projects, in addition to festivals and comedy. Built in the 1930s, the 1,790 seat Art Deco concert hall also regularly transforms into a cinema. A smaller space upstairs, the Rodewald Suite, provides a cabaret style venue.

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INFO Empress of Ireland gallery; the Battle of the Atlantic; the Art and the Sea Gallery; and the temporary exhibition space. The museum also includes the 2010 Michelin Guide-listed Maritime Dining Rooms, a café, shop and lecture theatre.

Check out our What’s On section for more info on events taking place during your stay.

The Beatles Story Britannia Vaults, Kings Dock Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 1963. www.beatlesstory.com Your journey begins in the late '50s in the unlikely surroundings of Woolton Village Fete, where Paul McCartney tells you how he first met John Lennon. You can even view some of the original instruments played by John and his skiffle band. Then hang out at the Casbah Coffee Club, Liverpool's coolest rock 'n' roll joint. Fast forward three years and you arrive in Germany, walking along the cobbled streets of Hamburg to watch John, Paul, George, Stuart and Pete play at the notorious Star Club. A quick hop back to Liverpool and you step into our stunning recreation of the Cavern Club. London is your next stop with a behind the scenes look at Abbey Road Studios, hearing how Sir George Martin almost rejected the Beatles. Then chill out and relax in the mellow madness of the psychedelic era. Discover the history behind the groundbreaking Sgt. Pepper album before embarking on an underwater trip in the Yellow Submarine. An absolute must for lovers of the Fab Four.

Merseyside Maritime Museum Albert Dock Tel.: +44 0151 207 0001. www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/maritime Uncover objects from the Titanic, find out about life at sea and learn about the port of Liverpool. At Merseyside Maritime Museum you can explore the history of the great port of Liverpool, with four floors of superb galleries which include: Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered; the Emigration gallery; Liverpool: World Gateway; the Titanic, Lusitania and

World Museum William Brown Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 478 4393. www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/wml Discover treasures from around the world, explore outer space and meet live creatures!

World Museum Liverpool is a fantastic family day out! Over five free floors explore: the aquarium and the Treasure House Theatre; the natural world in the Clore Natural History Centre and Bug House; the human world in the World Cultures gallery and Weston Discovery Centre; the earth with dinosaurs and animals from around the world; and space and time through scientific instruments and the Planetarium. There are also two cafés and two shops. Well worth visiting.

Albert Dock Unit 22 Edward Pavilion, Albert Dock.

Tel.: +44 (0) 151 708 7334 Enjoy the best the city has to offer, showcased in a World Heritage waterfront setting.

The Albert Dock is the most popular free tourist attraction in the Northwest -and not without good reason. The variety of events, attractions and eateries make it perfect for family fun, a day or night out in Liverpool, or your base for a short break in the city. Situated in the largest group of Grade I listed buildings in the UK, the Albert Dock houses two hotels, as well as many award winning visitor attractions. The Dock is the home of Tate Liverpool, the award-winning Beatles Story, Merseyside Maritime Museum and the International Slavery Museum. You can join a number of enlightening and exhilarating Liverpool tours, including a city and water tour on The Yellow Duckmarine or the Yellow Boat Cruise around the south docks. There's also a great selection of Liverpool bars and restaurants. Visit our What's On section to find out what special events are taking place during your stay.

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Macedonia

Macedonia

Your must-see place in 2014

The main Square in Macedonia’s capital city of Skopje.

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he first thing people said when I mentioned that I was going to this beautiful country was, “where is Macedonia?”

That part is easy; it used to be known as the region of Yugoslavia, and has been Macedonia for over 22 years. It is one of the Balkan Countries, which is located in South Eastern Europe. If you are still struggling, it’s just above Greece and next to Bulgaria!

But the question of ‘where is Macedonia’ should no longer be a geographical one, but more of an evolutionary one.

This region has had such a diverse past; it would be hard to distinguish which era has shaped it the most. It was a part of the Roman and then Ottoman Empires and it

was also a Communist-run country for a period too. Macedonian people are a peace loving and friendly people, and are now trying to find their true new identity, without losing sight of what got them to where they are now?

Where else in the world can boast rulers such as: King Phillip ll and Alexander The Great, but then also include the total contrast of Mother Teresa being born there, one of the most caring and loved persons in history.

Macedonia has influences from so many different cultures and countries which have made it delightfully and intriguingly unique.

Imagine mixing together ingredients from Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria, and then adding a touch of Italy, Germany and Holland - what a meal that would be!

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Macedonia The Italian dish, Macedonian Salad was named after this country, due to its multicultural inheritance and influences.

All of these factors are present in Skopje, which is situated in the north of the country. It has a magnificent main central Square with a variety of stylist and traditional cafes, bars and restaurants. It has striking monuments and buildings which are accessed via a variety of scenic paths and walk ways.

The ‘Stone Bridge’ built over the river Vardar, which runs through the centre of the city is an iconic symbol and is known as ‘The bridge between the East and West’.

The city of Ohrid, is a massive tourist destination and is in the south of the country.

It has the oldest and deepest lake in Europe.

It is not only visited by people from around the world, but by the other Balkan countries

and Macedonians themselves. This beautiful lake has a variety of beaches and is surrounded by stunning mountain ranges. It’s lengthy sunny climate and variety of bars, restaurants and hotels has made it an extremely scenic and relaxing place to go to.

There are many more other places to visit, especially any of the 5000 archaeological sites, but a Winery Trip is a must. I went to the Tikves Winery, which is the longest in the country, and it was not only interesting and informative, but I got to taste a large variety of the wines and spirits they produce, plus having some of the fresh local food too. Wine is one of Macedonia’s main exports. They have not only won many awards, but for the first time, they are getting worldwide notoriety, as Marks and Spencers are now stocking a white wine from this actual winery!

The Art Bridge crosses the River Vardar in Skopje.

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Macedonia St. Clement’s Church is located in the archaeological site of Plaošnik.

Add to the above; 270 sunny days a year, 45 mountain peaks higher than 2,000 meters, 50 lakes, 1000 churches, excellent

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skiing, sporting activities and spas, and you are just beginning to find out a little about this engaging, unique and yet under-visited country.

The great news is (and to some people the best news), is the value for money in Macedonia. It is still only an EU and NATO candidate, thus not a full member, so is not as effected by the recent worldwide financial crisis as a lot of tourist locations have been .Therefore, when you are eating out in the main square in the Capital, or in one of the other many tourist locations, you will be pleasantly surprised by the cost. For example; a coffee is just over £1.00, a beer is £1.25, a traditional or European main course is around £3.00, and a bottle of good quality wine is around £ 2.90.

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Macedonia The Macedonian Government have proactively been inviting worldwide Tourism and Investment for the last 5 to 7 years, and you can see how the country is slowly changing already. The change is more of an evolving type of change, instead of a fake and forced progression, so it will be a steady and sustainable one. The investment potential in Macedonia is endless, as it is actively encouraging ideas, support and partnership with individuals and companies to help create its new identity and position on the world stage.

So back to the original question, “Where Is Macedonia?” The answer to that is also simple - it is discovering itself, whilst wanting people to discover it too!!

Make Macedonia your ‘must see place’ in 2014 For more information, contact the people below who will be more than willing to help you discover Macedonia;

The village of Trpejca

Investment – Goran Siljanovski goran.siljanovski@investmacedonia.com Tourist – Maja Gilorovska – maja.gligorovskatourismmacedonia.gov.mk Wine – Elena Miloshevska – elena.miloshevska@wom.mk (Article written by Mike Black, UK Operations Director, Night and Day UK)

One of Macedonia’s impressive wine regions.

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he variety of international cuisine in Liverpool is endless as you would expect from a cosmopolitan city, but while you are here, you really should try some of the local delicacies that the city is famed for.

Traditionally, food in the UK is centred around meat dishes including Beef, Pork, Chicken and Lamb and some well known specialities such as Bubble and Squeak, Toad in The Hole and Yorkshire Pudding, but while you are in Liverpool you just have to try the main dish of the city, ‘Scouse’. Basically a local version of Irish stew, ingredients include potatoes, carrots, lamb, onions and spices, and it is served with a cob of bread. The dish became so synonymous with the city that locals have become known as ‘Scousers’ throughout the country.

Various strange sounding sandwiches, or in Liverpool better known as a ‘Butty’ should also be sampled. Why not try a Chip Butty or

a Sugar Butty or even a Conny Onny Butty.

The latter is a bizarre concoction containing condensed milk.

If you want something sweet then try a local black and white striped toffee with a sugar coated covering and a minty flavour called the ‘Everton Mint’. Developed in Liverpool more than 100 years ago and still to this day thrown into the crowd at every Everton Football Club match, the mint became so popular that the Everton club became internationally famous for their nickname of ‘The Toffees’.

If local dishes don’t tickle your fancy, there is no need to worry. The city has some wonderful international restaurants and many of them are featured in this section of our magazine.

Whether it be Chinese, Italian, Indian or almost any other national cuisine, we are certain that whatever your particular favourite may be, Liverpool will satisfy your taste buds perfectly. Bon Appetit!

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Food & drink Panoramic 34 West Tower, 34th Floor 10 Brook Street, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 5534. www.panoramicliverpool.com

Set 300 feet above sea level on the 34th floor of the West Tower, Panoramic 34 is the UK’s highest restaurant. This celebrated fine dining restaurant is encapsulated by ceiling to floor windows offering breathtaking views of the city. The ambience, service and food truly is 5-star. We were really impressed with the tuna starter and fillet of beef main course. They offer tasting menus, a la carte menus, dinner menus and lunch menus. The ambience is unforgettable and the trained staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Dining with a view doesn’t get better than this!

Alma De Cuba Saint Peters Church Seel Street, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 702 7394

Alma de Cuba is one of the UK‘s most spectacular restaurant and bars. It’s an island in the heart of the city, an independent spirit that leaves a lasting impression. Set inside the magnificent conversion of the former St. Peters Catholic Church, Alma de Cuba in an eclectic mix of Cuban, Hispanic, and Latin American influences that are enhanced with Liverpool’s great spirit. The building is itself an iconic destination as it is the first church in Liverpool to be turned into a social venue. The church was opened on the 7th of September in 1788.

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New China Restaurant 27 - 35 Berry Street, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 708 5999

New China Restaurant has been refurbished to the highest standard, providing a warm and colourful dining environment. They serve a wide range of Chinese cuisines - from Cantonese dim sums to Szechuan hot chili dishes.

The high quality and tasty foods are prepared by some of UK's top Chinese chefs.

Their licensed bar serves many wines and alcoholic drinks. It's a large venue suitable for many different types of celebrations. The service is friendly and helpful and the knowledgeable staff will go out of their way to ensure your visit is a memorable one.

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it’s set to be the Talk of the Town!

Liverpool One 5 Wall St Liverpool www.browns-restaurants.co.uk Browns Bar & Brasserie have chosen Liverpool to open their latest restaurant.

For forty years Browns has been the essence of quality and excellence, with a reputation for classic food, well delivered in a stylish environment and are renowned for providing the perfect place to meet, eat and drink in a welcoming and unobtrusive atmosphere.

Situated in a prime location in the busy and popular shopping leisure complex of Liverpool One, directly opposite John Lewis , the building has undergone an extensive million pound refurbishment and created 75 jobs in the process. The 150seat restaurant with grand piano and large exquisitely designed bar will open from 26th of July.

Browns opened its first restaurant in Brighton in 1973 with the simple belief that classic food, well delivered in a stylish environment would be a recipe for success – a belief that remains unchanged. Today, the menu still features signature dishes such as the famous Browns Steak Mushroom and Guinness Pie, Crab and Avocado Stack, Fish and Chips and Slowly Braised Shoulder of Lamb alongside tempting platters and finger food to share with friends over a drink.

In the bar the extensive selection of drinks ensures that there is something to suit any mood or occasion, from the expertly compiled wine list, wide selection of champagne to Browns famous cocktail list.

With classic dishes alongside more continental flavours, the food is skilfully prepared and exquisitely executed to provide quality without being arrogant or fussy. “We have uncompromising standards and our chefs are the best in the business. We select fresh ingredients tailored to the seasons and prepare and cook our all our dishes from scratch on a daily basis” explained Head Chef and Liverpool local Gary Valentine.

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Food & drink Delifonseca Stanley Street & Brunswick Dock Tel.: +44 0151 255 0808. www.delifonseca.co.uk Delifonseca is a small independent company based in Liverpool that’s simply passionate about all things food related. It operates two sites, Stanley St in the centre of town and Brunswick Quay which is a mile south of the city centre. It’s a foodie ‘allrounder’ with each venue operating both a licensed retail food operation and a restaurant.

Spice Lounge 6 Atlantic Pavillion, Albert Dock Tel.: +44 (0) 151 707 2202 www.spicelounge.uk.com

Sapporo Teppanyaki 134 Duke Street, East Village, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 705 3005

Sapporo Teppanyaki offers exciting Japanese food that everyone will love - from beef fillet in chilli and garlic, King Prawns, warm smoked chicken salad, soup noodles, and every type of tempting fresh sushi and sashimi.

Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill Liverpool 10 Chapel Street Tel.: + 44 (0) 151 559 0555 www.mpwsteakhouseliverpool.co.uk The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill is situated in Hotel Indigo Liverpool.

Offering guests an affordable yet glamorous culinary experience, the restaurant presents the perfect excuse to dine out. As the first British chef to be awarded with 3 Michelin stars, Marco Pierre White is a name synonymous with quality and finesse and it is these characteristics that will shape and define your eating experience at this wonderful venue.

Step through the temple inspired doors of the Spice Lounge and enter a world of authentic, contemporary Indian cuisine in the heart of Merseyside´s must-go district. The Spice Lounge maintains its unique heritage whilst creating a stylish yet welcoming atmosphere.

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hen the word ‘Nightlife’ is mentioned it almost always conjures up a picture of busy nightclubs and discos. Don’t get us wrong, Liverpool has a countless selection of such clubs and if you are looking for electro, drum and bass, or R’n’B, you will not be disappointed.

However, if the modern sound doesn’t flick your switch, there are unlimited alternative options for a night out on the town With Jazz clubs, Northern Soul, Indie and Rock clubs in abundance, as well as some top Karaoke venues, Liverpool as you would expect from a city of such musical history, caters for all tastes.

If your interest is not dancing or listening to loud music you may prefer to simply have a pleasurable evening sipping a Pina Colada or your own personal tipple in one of the city’s trendy cocktail bars. The quality and selection of such bars is so famous around the UK that they draw people from all over the country simply for a night out. Celebrity spotting is a

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common pastime and you are very likely to be rubbing shoulders with famous footballers, TV stars or even international music icons.

Liverpool though offers so much more at night than just music and drinking. With its many theatres you will always find a good selection of shows to entertain and enthral you seven nights a week.

If you fancy a bit of comedy then there is an argument that you don’t need to go anywhere special as the Liverpool sense of humour is so renowned and you will almost certainly experience it during your visit wherever you may be. There are however many comedy clubs available for an evening’s entertainment and the Echo Arena at the former Kings Dock hold regular excellent comedy nights.

Whatever you decide to do with your evenings we are pretty certain you will have a good time. In this section of the magazine, we take a closer look at some of Liverpool’s night time hotspots.

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NIGHTLIFE L1KTV Club

House 25 Bold Street Tel.: +44 0151 709 7141. www. house-liverpool.com It’s nice to get home to familiar surroundings, sit yourself down and indulge in your favourite tipple. Other times, it’s even nicer to leave your front door behind you and enjoy that same tipple in a comfortable bar.

The newly opened ‘HOUSE’ on Bold Street offers both of the above. If ever a venue could be called a home away from home, then this is it, because the layout is similar to that of a big living room, the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed, and the service is as good as any family member would give you at home.

HOUSE is open daily from 9am until 1am and offers appealing menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The selection of drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) is also impressive with every taste catered for. Beer drinkers will be overly impressed by a selection of almost 25 different brands. Another perk is their wonderful tea and coffee menu…..cappuccinos, lattes, green teas, fruit teas - you name it and they’ve got it.

They even serve ‘tea-lattes’!

40 Victoria Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 6668 E-mail: l1ktv@hotmail.co.uk The L1KTV Club has been steadily climbing the charts, and if recent evidence is anything to go by, this progress shows no signs of stopping.

Situated on the ground floor of the premises, the L1KTV night club is open from 5:30pm - seven days a week.

‘Obsession Thursday’ is fronted by top Liverpool DJ, Kevin 'DJ Tizzle' Thompson.

Playing the best of RnB, Hip Hop, Funky, Bashment & everything Urban. At L1, they are looking to put their mark on Liverpool's Thursday night going-out scene.

Also keep an eye out for our their new theme night 'Afro Nights Saturday' which is fronted by DJ Chento, bringing you the best in RnB, Hip Hop, Bashment, Funky and Deep House and Old School Garage.

They will also host various special events and theme nights during the festive period and their New Year’s Eve event promises to be memorable to say the least.

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NIGHTLIFE L1KTV Exclusive Karaoke Club 40 Victoria Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 6668 E-mail: l1ktv@hotmail.co.uk

One of the biggest reasons that people are embarrassed to get on stage and sing at a Karaoke Club is the embarrassment of strangers seeing and judging your talent, or in most cases, lack of talent! The L1KTV Club at Liverpool has the answer to your problems.

It is the most exclusive karaoke club in the heart of Liverpool City Centre and it is fitted with the latest high end technology and equipment from Asia, and a server constantly uploading new songs 24hrs a day.

The venue can cater to everyone's taste with thousands of songs to choose from.

Consisting of nine VIP karaoke rooms, guests can relax and enjoy their evening in complete privacy. All rooms come en-suite with full waitress/waiter service provided at the touch of the button, ensuring nobody in your party will have to leave the comfort of the room and miss out on any of the fun.

Igloo 78-82 Wood Street Tel.: +44 07808 834 584. www.iglooliverpool.co.uk Igloo pride themelves on their excellent operation and customer service. Whether it be your favourite chilled beer or wine, one of their sensational cocktails, or even a bottle of spirits or champagne, they strive to make sure you're served efficiently and with a smile. Igloo has won numerous awards including “Best Bar� at the 2010 and 2011 Liverpool Lifestyle awards.

Envi 17 - 21 Fleet Street Tel.: +44 0151 709 3498. www.enviliverpool.com Envi is situated half way down Fleet Street near the busy Concert Square and revellers regularly invade the expansive dance floor to uplifting house and chart dance, with the odd pop classic thrown in to keep everyone bubbling over. The 750 capacity venue is open until late 7 days a week and boasts an extensive range of special drinks offers.

All suites have minimum spends attached which need to be met over the course of 4 hours. This can be met by purchasing drinks and food.

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Empire Liverpool

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ocused on Celebration, and Recreation, Empire Seel Street is geared towards an upmarket crew of entertainment seekers that appreciate quality and excellence.

They kick off bright and early with the most important meal of the day, good morning coffee, before moving into the more exciting, eclectic and diverse drinks.

As the night draws in, Empire begins its transition into a club like no other, with the rest of the floors springing into life, ready to be set upon by the night owls.

Their basement is a Japanese affair, with Saki cocktails and Geisha Girls, immersing you into Japanese cool with a Sintillate music policy that never fails to get feet moving. Centered around the hub of the dance-floor and DJ area, parties and VIPs can book out areas to really tailor the experience.

For a flavour of Americana, their main floor will throw you into the LA scene, with

cocktails specially created for Empire by mixologists from Los Angeles itself, as well as American beers, a funky dress code, graffiti artwork and flare shows to boot.

Slip out onto The Salam Courtyard for a break from indoors, where you can order mojitos like mint tea and kick back with a shisha under the stars.

A more private affair is available in the rafters of the club in the exclusive TZAR Champagne VIP room, which is bookable for both intimate and larger scale parties and events.

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Saint Peters Church Seel Street, Tel.: +44 (0) 151 702 7394

Alma de Cuba is one of the UK‘s most spectacular restaurant and bars. It’s an island in the heart of the city, an independent spirit that leaves a lasting impression. Set inside the magnificent conversion of the former St. Peters Catholic Church, Alma de Cuba is an eclectic mix of Cuban, Hispanic, and Latin American influences that are enhanced with Liverpool’s great spirit. The building is itself an iconic destination as it is the first church in Liverpool to be turned into a social venue.

The church was opened on the 7th of September in 1788. Quite simply awesome!

1880 Bar

1-3 Queen Square, Whitechapel Tel.: +44 (0) 151 702 7610 The 1880 Bar is Liverpool's sexiest new cocktail bar, giving you the very best in cocktails, music & events, service and stunning surroundings! Enjoy a night of exclusivity in one of their luxurious private booths or simply go along to the bar every Friday and Saturday night to listen to their resident DJ's. Combine all this with the city's best booth packages, panoramic windows and an impressive list of wines, beers and excellent champagnes and it’s easy to see why this is one of Liverpool’s hottest new night spots. Highly recommended.

Peacock Liverpool

49-51 Seel Street Tel.: +44 151 709 2146. www.peacock-liverpool.com

Great bar located on Seel Street. Among many other things, they’ve got great drinks and amazing pizzas, and they put on a FREE BBQ every Friday because, they love to spoil their customers!! They also have DJ's upstairs in the Red Room at the weekend, and downstairs with some more chilled out vibes on a Thursday evening. Room hire is also available.

Heebie Jeebies

80-82 Seel Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 709 3678 One of Liverpool's coolest bars spanning over two floors and one courtyard. Open late, seven nights a week. If Indie and Alternative flicks your musical switch, then Heebie Jeebies could be the place for you. They are always offering different theme nights and many of them can be very entertaining, so be sure to check the exterior of the building for events which are taking place during your stay. There is plenty of dance space and also plenty of seating areas to ensure comfort. Nice people and good music – what more could you want?

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NIGHTLIFE G-Bar 1-3 Eberle Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 4416. www.g-bar.com

G-Bar is a venue, that needs little introduction, situated on Eberle St in the hub of Liverpool city centre, the venue has been a mainstay of the Liverpool club scene for over a decade and is one of the city’s most famed and celebrated venues. The club's massive success is due in part to being such a diverse venue in which it evolves from being the city's leading Gay venue (Bar Hours), then transforming into the North West’s leading Underground afterhours clubbing venue (Club Hours). It has won countless awards and has been crowned ''Liverpool Club of the year'' as well as being voted into the top 5 UK after-hours venues by the world famous Mixmag magazine.

Newz Bar is a great place for a night out with an amazing atmosphere and a huge selection of drinks. The Venue, the red carpet entrance and the wonderful decor of the Newz Bar is enough to make anybody feel like a celebrity for the night. The music is a mixture of R&B and dance classics, with excellent DJs playing everything from oldskool to modern.

Overall a great night out with friendly service, excellent music and a range of tasty drinks. If you like to do it celebrity style, then Newz Bar is the place to do it – without the celebrity price tag.

Elevator 27 Parliament Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 707 1137 www.elevatorbar.com Elevator is a bustling social hub situated

Newz Bar 18 Water Street Tel.: +44 (0) 151 236 2025. www.thenewzbar.com

on the ground floor of Elevator studios on Parliament Street, just a 5-minute drive away from Liverpool ONE. During the day they offer a wide range of fantastic mouth-watering homemade food and desserts, delicious coffee from Has Bean coffee limited and a selection of tasty teas from Brew. In the evening you can pop along for a cocktail or a pint and soak up the relaxed atmosphere. Elevator is also available for private hire for every type of functions.

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The Bierkeller

A Totally Unique Experience

NIGHTLIFE

T

he Bierkeller is a real piece of Bavaria in the heart of Liverpool City Centre.

With a 1300 capacity it boasts to be one of the biggest and busiest bars in Liverpool, with one of the largest projector screens in Europe.

The Bierkeller has the finest selection of draught German beers with authentic regional food, all served by staff in traditional Bavarian clothing.

With long bench seating and live entertainment from their Oompah band at the weekends, you are guaranteed to be standing on the benches and raising your steins in Liverpool’s number one party destination.

Whether it's an office party, birthday or any other celebration, the Bierkeller can cater for any occasion.

Shooters Shooters Sports Bar is every sports fan’s dream. It is the prime location for all live sport events and entertainment.

With back-to-back sports shown across six screens, including one of the largest screens in Liverpool, it brings you every sport live from all over the world.

Pour your own pint from their draught tables, play pool on one of the 5 American Tables or dine from the all American food menu. Challenge the bar staff and play toss the boss, or challenge yourself with the notorious Man V Food competition.

Around The World in 80 Beers Take a trip around the world in the all new “Around the World in 80 Beers Bar”. With an array of exotic beers and delicious food from around the globe, prepare to be amazed.

Treat yourself to one of the signature cocktails during the exclusive happy hour and enjoy live music every night. Come down and get your very own 80 Beers Bar Passport to enter a competition for a chance to win a TRIP AROUND THE WORLD.

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INFO

Essential Information

Population Liverpool’s population grew by more than 5% during the past decade and now stands at almost 470,000.

1 Monument Place, Tel.: +44 151 709 2187.

Tipping In most service related businesses including bars and restaurants it is not compulsory to leave a tip. The general rule though if you feel you have had good service is to leave a tip of approximately 10%.

Emergency Numbers Throughout the UK, the emergency services are all called via one number which is 999. You will then be asked which service you require by the operator.

Pharmacy Currency The Pound has remained the currency in the UK and is generally the only accepted currency that can be used. Although the largest note in general circulation is the ÂŁ50 note, it is advisable not to accept this denomination from exchange bureaus, as you may find them difficult to spend in small shops and bars. You will encounter no problems with any smaller denomination..

Liverpool city centre has no shortage of pharmacies. However there are currently very few 24 hour pharmacies in the UK. In an emergency your hotel should be able to give you more information.

Airport Liverpool John Lennon Airport is situated 7 miles outside the City Centre. Buses depart into town every 20 minutes on weekdays and every 30 minutes on weekends. The journey

Language The official language of course is English and unlike many other European countries, alternative languages are not widely spoken.

Telephone The international code is +44 and then in addition you have the area code which for Liverpool is 0151.

Post Most post offices are open from 09.00 until 17.00 Monday to Friday. Many are also open during the same hours on Saturday, but be aware that they are closed all day on Sunday. The main Post Office can be found at:

takes about 45 minutes. www.liverpooljohnlennonairport.com

Electricity 220 watt three-pronged plugs.

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INFO Public Transport

The Public transport system is run by Mersey Travel and is usually very reliable. Trains, buses and ferries run frequently throughout the day and there is also a night-bus service.

The easiest way to get around is by the excellent Merseyrail system which links most suburban areas to the city centre.

The two main bus stations can be found on

Roe Street and Paradise Street. Buses are frequent across the whole city and amongst the cheapest in the country.

The cheapest and most convenient way to get around is to buy a Saveaway ticket which gives you 24 hours unlimited journeys on any train or bus in Liverpool, Wirral or the wider Merseyside area. They are available from newsagents, railway stations and bus stations.

There is also an underground system that operates between Liverpool’s four main train stations (Lime Street, Central Station, James Street and Moorfields).

The quickest way to get to the other side of the river is by Merseyrail but for outstanding views of the city, we recommend that you catch one of the famous Mersey Ferries from Pier Head.

Mersey Travel also combine public transport with various deals on visitor attractions, combined travel and entry promotions, and other partner offers, making public transport part of your Liverpool adventure. For more details, visit their website at: www.merseytravel.gov.uk.

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BUSINESS

UK economic data has been on an improving trend for the last several months and there is a growing sense of optimism among business leaders that we are now through the worst.

Unemployment is falling a little faster than expected, and while it may not feel like it, inflation is also easing (2.2% in October).

Equity markets are remarkably buoyant, surpassing the peak levels seen in the boom times of 2007 and the level of Merger & Acquisition activity is on the rise once more – a bullish sign.

Inevitably, however, there are risks to this nascent recovery. On our doorstep, we have a still-suffering Europe, with the European Central Bank (ECB) recently compelled to cut interest rates even further, to just 0.25% in an effort to kick-start the economy and ward off a growing threat of deflation. A moribund Europe is still a major drag on UK activity, given that it is still our most important single export market.

Perhaps the biggest medium-term threat to the UK’s recovery is rising interest rates. The US is likely to be the first major western country to have to raise interest rates, given stronger levels

An Improving

Economic Trend

of economic growth generating concerns over rising inflation. A rate rise in the States in 2015 looks increasingly likely, which would push up rates across the globe.

The UK consumer has been in rude health on the back of a collapse in mortgage rates, but can they can sustain such buying if/when interest rates start to rise? The housing market has proven remarkably resilient in the face of the deepest recession since the 1930s and prices are starting to rise again year-on-year.

This recovery has received a further fillip from the Government’s ‘Help To Buy Scheme’, but again, it remains to be seen whether this can continue when mortgage rates normalize. This is for the future. In the present, while the good times may not be quite back yet, the next 12-18 months at least look set fair for continued improvements in economic prospects.

Text supplied by Blankstone Sington.

Blankstone Sington is a Liverpool-based investment manager offering bespoke discretionary and advisory managed services.

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DISTrIBUTIoN

Where To Find Liverpool Night & Day

Hotels

Gateways

Liverpool Marriot Hotel

Central Station

Feathers Hotel

Liverpool South Parkway

The Liner

James Street Station

The Lord Nelson

Moorfields Station

The Adephi Hotel

Lime Street Station

Hard Days Night Hotel

National Express

Hilton City Hotel

Hamilton Square Station

Hilton Wapping Hotel

Conway Park Station

Hilton John Lennon Airport

Seacombe Ferry Terminal

Crowne Plaza Hotel City

Woodside Ferry Terminal

Crowne Plaza South

Pier Head Ferry Terminal

Atlantic Towers Hotel

Virgin Rail Office Lime Street

Heywood House Hotel

Queens Square Car Park

62 Castle Street Hotel Ibis Hotel Wapping

Queens Square Travel Centre

Blenheim Lakeside Hotel

Paradise Street Bus Station

Other Distribution Points Queens Square Travel Cntr Cavern Walks Liverpool One Info Centre Impressions of Liverpool AD Beatles Story Albert Dock Cool Britannia Mathew St Sefton Park Visitor Centre Liverpool FC Shop Anfield Gourmet Coffee Exchange Flags Blackstone Sington Liverpool Town Hall Hamilton coffee Shops At : The Pier Head The Cruise Ship Terminal South Parkway Stations John Lennon Airport House Bar Bold Street

Jury’s Inn Hotel Holiday Inn Albert Dock

Retail Distribution Points

Holiday Inn South

Tesco Liverpool One

Campanile Hotel

Tesco Mount Pleasant

Dolby Hotel

Tesco Park Road

Travel Inn Albert Dock

Tesco Strand

Travelodge Strand

Tesco Allerton

Hatters Hotel

BBC Shop Hanover Street

Premier Travel Inn

Sainsbury’s Bold Street

Cocoon International Inn

Sainsbury’s Central Station

Premier Apts Hatton Gdn

Hard Days Night Shop

Bridge Street Serviced Apts Radisson Blu 64 01512982222

Also At : The Casbah Club Ye Crake Rice Street Blood Transfusion Service Liverpool Student Union Bean, Princess Dock The Hospital Group, Rodney St RBS and HSBC Tourist Information Centres Albert Dock (TIC) John Lennon Airport (TIC) St Georges Hall (TIC)