Issue 106 – April 2016
SINGING IN THE DARK By Stephen Guy
OPEN spaces can be inspirational in the creative process when natural surroundings coupled with solitude sometimes produce great work. Artists, poets and writers have long been moved by the great outdoors although this was not always the case. Wild mountainous regions or desolate moors were regarded by many as frightening, inhospitable places before the flowering of the Romantic Movement in the 18th century. Today we take for granted that Wordsworth would be uplifted by Lake District vistas and the Brontë sisters moved by the Yorkshire Moors. Thomas Gray was stirred to write an elegy in a country churchyard. John Constable was one of the first artists to paint in the open air, animated by the sweeping views of his native countryside. William Cowper’s discovery of some felled poplar trees prompted him to write one of his most popular poems. Open spaces anywhere can kindle thoughts of mortality and life in general. My local favourites include St James’s Gardens behind the Anglican Cathedral and some of our wonderful parks. Allerton Golf Course is crossed by well-trodden paths and has the advantages of a romantic ruin (Obelisk House) and Fletcher’s Farm. A young Paul McCartney used this area creatively when he took a regular one mile short-cut between his house in Forthlin Road and John Lennon’s in Menlove Avenue. Mark Lewisohn’s excellent new paperback The Beatles Tune In (Little, Brown £16.99) has 840-pages packed with fascinating detail about the Fab Four’s early days. He mentions two songs, later hits for Cilla Black and Peter and Gordon, from 1959. Love of the Loved: “Paul remembers coming up with this on the Zenith [guitar] and also late one night as he walked home to Allerton: either he’d taken a girl out or been at John’s and was braving the dark short-cut home over the golf course, in which case it may be from one of those times he played guitar and sang at the top of his voice into the scary pitch blackness.”
A World Without Love: “A song fragment conceived by Paul during a dark late-night walk home.” The path (pictured) emerges in sight of John’s home Mendips and remains virtually unchanged. Among the few changes is a new convent built on the site of a big house called Maryton Grange. n Learn more about the history of Liverpool at the Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, open 10 am to 5 pm every day, admission free.
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Concert puts Rotary clubs in spotlight
ON Saturday April 30 Liverpool’s St George’s Hall Concert Room will again be the venue for this year’s Gala Concert organised by the ‘United Rotary Clubs of Merseyside’ – City of Liverpool, Liverpool Exchange, Liverpool Garston, West Derby and South Sefton. Now in its seventh year, this event has become a real favourite amongst music lovers. The Merseyside Police Band (formed in
School creates ‘Weeping Window’ THE children from Bishop Martin CE Primary, Woolton were inspired to create our own ‘Weeping Window’ after seeing the wonderful sculpture of handmade poppes by Paul Cummins and designer Tom
Piper entitled 14-18 NOW displayed at St George’s Hall in Liverpool. The children each hand crafted their own poppy using a variety of such as media, felt, paper and cellophane to create
the cascading ‘Weeping Window’. This display serves as a constant reminder in our school hall of all those who fought for our freedom and for those who continue to fight for peace in our world today.
1868) will get the evening off to a lively start followed by the second appearance of the Cheshire Chord Company, an awardwinning acapella chorus who sang at the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. Welsh international harpist Daniel Cernyw is back by popular request; Andy Eastwood combines showmanship and personality with remarkable vocal and instrumental artistry and supported Ken Dodd on his latest UK tour;
vocalist Sabrina is a versatile singer who sings in a range of musical styles and she will perfectly complement the other artists. Billy Hui will be the accompanist and the evening will be compered by BBC Radio Merseyside’s ‘Drivetime’ presenter Simon Hoban. All tickets are priced at £15 and can be obtained from Roger Heath (0151 427 7818/07525 783156) or Sylvia Lewis (0151 426 1065/07999 952628).
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Off Broadway Show Heads to Liverpool’s Epstein Theatre in April A PLAY about John Lennon which opened in Australia, has played off Broadway and wowed audience at the Edinburgh Festival heads to Liverpool for two weeks in April. Lennon: Through A Glass Onion opens at The Epstein Theatre on Monday 18 April, running to Friday 29 April. The show is part concert, part biography and celebrates the genius of John Lennon. It features 31 iconic Lennon and Lennon/McCartney hits and was an instant success after it was first performed in Sydney in 1992. The show sold out many venues including The Sydney Opera House and then headed
to London’s West End for three months. It recently played a 16-week season in New York and last summer it entertained audiences at the Edinburgh Festival. Producer Harley Medcalf commented: “It’s truly an honour to bring the show to John’s birthplace. “For the audience this is either an emotional trip down memory lane or a wonderful introduction to the life and times of one of the icons of our time”. ‘A deeply felt reflection of the man, savour every minute’ – New York Times ‘Lennon’s spirit shines through’ – New York Post
THE EPSTEIN THEATRE, 85 Hanover Street, Liverpool, L1 3DZ (Tickets: £15-£25) Monday 18 April – Friday 29 April 2016 (Evening shows: 7.30pm); Matinee shows: 1.30pm, Thursday 21st, Saturday 23rd, Thursday 28th, Friday 29th April
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Thank you letter from a reader We received this message recently. I love it when we receive messages like this, it really means a lot to us.
Hello ladies, May I say thank you for informing your readers of the exhibition. I was amazed how many readers came to visit us; it all went so well and we raised
£1,500 for Sreepur – how kind. We had visitors from all over the world enjoying our wonderful city and I was so proud. Threading Dreams exhibition will be at St Barnabas Church, Penny Lane, Liverpool, L18 between April 25 and 30, from 11am to 4pm each day.
It’s a beautiful church, which is over 100 years old, so do come and visit our exhibition, buy a cup of tea and meet the lovely people from St Barnabas. Bring a friend – you will all be made very welcome. Thank you once again. Ruby Ruby Porter MBE Trustee
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Woodlands Hospice Ladies Lunch WOODLANDS Hospice is delighted to be hosting its 20th Anniversary Ladies Lunch on Friday, April 22 at 12 noon at the Hilton Hotel, Liverpool. The lunch will be hosted by local actress
Eithne Browne. Our speaker on the day will be inspirational Cheshire author and entrepreneur Jane Kenyon, who will share her fascinating life story about her riches to poverty roller-coaster
ride and the key personal attributes and self-belief which led to turning her life back round. There will also be a chance to see the latest Spring fashions showcased in a John Lewis fashion
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Homeless hound Bobby is April’s dog of looking for his ideal home
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BOBBY is a two-year-old Harrier, which is a kind of Super-Beagle! He is very friendly and active and simply loves life, so his new owners need to be able to keep up with his fun filled approach to the big wide world! He is a very sweet boy who enjoys the company of other dogs as well as his two- legged friends, and so to make the ideal companion for everyone, he’d benefit from some training. Bobby is not the type of dog that would be happy to be left for hours at a time – he’s too lively for that! He will need a few good
walks a day so he’d suit an active home with children no younger than 12. He is house trained. If you think Bobby could be the four-legged friend you are looking for, you can visit Dogs Trust Merseyside on Whiston Lane, Huyton, Liverpool, L36 6HP. It’s open 12pm-4pm every day except Wednesdays, when it is closed. You can also call on 0300 303 0292, 8am-8pm Monday-Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday and Sunday. To find out more about any of the dogs at the centre, visit www.dogstrust.org.uk
Did you work at Standard Triumph No.2 factory? THE published history of the plant has been all about union militancy but we want to hear the
workers’ side of the story for a potential feature article in “Triumph World” magazine and
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Tramway & Light Railway Society – “Rails to the South” meeting THE next meeting is at the Greenbank Sports Academy, Greenbank Lane, L17 1AG on Monday, April 18 in the Rathbone Room at 7.30pm.
Our globe-trotting member Dr. Jim Ford will take us as far south towards Antarctica that you can get by rail from the UK via North, South
and Central Africa, India and South America. A journey spread over the last 40 years, it concludes with a ride on the “Railway at the end of
the World” in Tierra del Fuego. Everyone is welcome, and the £2 admission cost also includes refreshments.
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Welcome to my world KEVIN was feeling very down after the latest meeting in the big Victorian house in Old Swan. He and other sufferers of Annoying Man Syndrome had been sharing their experiences at the session. Several had been mildly assaulted by exasperated, mothers, wives, sisters and girlfriends. Forced to spend hours of banishment walking dogs, acting as taxi services for grandchildren or endlessly paying out for on-screen technology, several stricken men had gone to Liverpool specialist in human behaviour Dr Marcus Mynde. He nodded sagely as he explained: “You have Annoying Man Syndrome, first identified by the great Professor Heinrich von Coolburger at Heidelberg University. “Typical symptoms are small habits or mannerisms which cause great annoyance to women and girls in your lives. This can result in years of smouldering resentment. Unfortunately it’s incurable.” Dr Mynde set up the centre in Old Swan where sufferers could be as annoying as they liked. They could sit shouting at the TV, for example, drum their fingers, let out exasperated sighs or simply sing endless Sixties classics. As he walked home to Stoneycroft, Kevin mulled over what Irritating Ivan had told him at the meeting. “The doc runs another place out in the country where blokes have free rein to do as they like,” he whispered confidentially.
Three days later the two men were sitting in Ivan’s car opposite a big gothic doorway off a country lane in Cronton. A strange, dark figure scrutinised the pair before beckoning them. The ivy-covered doors opened: they walked in, transfixed. Five paths led in different directions across a sun-bathed landscape. In the centre was a beautiful lake with cascading – but irritating – fountains. Their hooded guide took them
along the first path, lined with garden sheds of every description. Some were new but most were battered yet comfortable. Inside each one a contented man busied himself with various tasks – woodwork, pruning potted plants, mending old bikes or simply staring into space. One or two were even smoking pipes. The second path took them through a wooded glade where a men’s choir, their faces serene, posed around singing Welcome to my World. The third byway was slightly disturbing because angry individuals with sledgehammers smashed endless piles of mobile phones, iPads and computers. Things calmed down on the fourth where relaxed, laughing groups endlessly related fishing stories, each trying to outdo the others. The final path wound its way up a bracken-covered hill. At the top there was a howling gale blowing and several men were shouting themselves hoarse, only for their words to disappear in the wind. “This is the work we do here – creating a suitable environment for the annoying,” said their guide as he led them back to the gate. The two men sat in silence as they drove home. As Laura glowered at him, Kevin had a sudden flash of inspiration. If he won the Lottery he would set up a Centre for Annoying Women. n Read my next Strange Tale – Yammering Yasmin - in the May Link.
STRANGE TALES – By Anton Valdemart
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Lovehistory Loves... crime LIVERPOOL’S most gruesome Victorian crimes brought to life in an evening of theatrical storytelling at St George’s Hall concert room. Lovehistory Ltd, the producers of the popular ’Catacombs of Liverpool’s Dark History’ series and the city’s most animated storytellers, are again set to delve deep into Liverpool’s gruesome history in the second ‘Lovehistory Loves’ event. St George’s Hall’s famous Concert Room will play host to an evening of crime, murder and mystery on Friday, April 8 with Lovehistory Loves…Crime re-enacting four of Liverpool’s most notorious crimes. The slums of Victorian Liverpool were a criminal breeding ground, a place where the morally corrupt preyed upon their victims and spread terror through the city. A team of versatile actors
in period costume, along with effective lighting and sound effects, will transport you back to the gruesome setting of the past with infamous criminal stories: n The Trial of Elizabeth Kirkbride in 1877 caused widespread shock; widowed schoolteacher Elizabeth Kirkbride was arrested following the discovery of the bodies of three infant children at her previous address. Her reluctance to give any explanation has baffled many and remains a mystery to this day. n The Liverpool Bank Robbery of 1878 relives the infamous tale of a shrewd plan where a young bank clerk, William Ohlman, almost got away with the sum of £15,000 as he tried to escape the city with his mistress, who subsequently vanished without trace. n The Case of the Burning Woman in 1884 exposes the
alcohol fuelled rage when a young prostitute, Mary McNamara, was burned alive during a domestic dispute that left many questioning the savagery that existed in some of the poorest areas of the city. n The Redcross Street Murder in 1895 created a media sensation around the country; a young and bloodied man, George Needham, ran through Liverpool screaming that a murder had occurred. “A man did it!” he shouted. The trial of William Miller, the ex-lodger of the murdered Edward Moyse, heard how Miller began an unprovoked attack upon Moyse that left him dead and Needham fighting for his life. Audiences will encounter a vicious and savage underworld of murder, theft and violence with these shocking tales guaranteed to chill you to the bone! For further information, please visit www.lovehistory. co.uk or www.stgeorgesliverpool.co.uk St George’s Concert Room; Friday, April 8 (8pm); Tickets £15 (plus £1.50 booking fee). Purchase in person at TicketQuarter, Queen Square, Liverpool; online at www.ticketquarter. co.uk or call 0844 800 0410.
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Spring dates in Liverpool By Ashleigh Panther
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Spring is coming! This means lighter nights, warmer weather, beautiful flowers and more things to do around the city that doesn’t involve shivering as soon as you step outside. Spring is a gorgeous season and we’ve got some date ideas so you and your partner can make the most of it and spend some time together.
Picnic in the park We’ve got some lovely parks around the city, Sefton Park, Calderstones and Allerton Towers to name just a few. So it’s time you took advantage of the beautiful sites in our parks and head up there with some sandwiches, a flask of tea and some nibbles. Picnics are a great date choice from start to finish. You can spend some time together preparing the food and then just enjoy each others company in the peace and quiet. Visit the zoo It’s safe to go outdoors without feeling like you’re going to die of frostbite. So why not head back into attractions where you can get some fresh air, spend some time with your partner and take some pictures of your favourite animals. There’s a few zoos hidden around Liverpool and most of them offer discounts if you buy your tickets online. A romantic bike ride Whether you have your own bikes or whether
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you use our fantastic Citybike service, bike rides are a good way to tour our city, spend some time with your partner and get some exercise and fresh air! A lovely bike ride around Sefton Park is a nice way to spend a lazy Sunday date. And you can always stop halfway for tea and cake. You’ve earned it! The Mersey Ferry The ferry is a no-go during the winter months. But now it’s getting warm, the ferry is a great way to learn more about our city and see our gorgeous skyline from a different angle. You can always get off on the other side of the Mersey and have a nosey around. Your date should be fun, relaxed and you should be able to enjoy your date’s company from start to finish. These date ideas are just a few of the different activities on offer for you throughout the city in the spring time. So get out there and enjoy the fresh air and each other’s company!
How to get the most out of your Spring clean ... By Ashleigh Panther
SPRING cleaning is a task we all like to put to the back of our minds. When we should really see it as a chance for us to refresh our homes and in turn refresh our daily lives. If we de-clutter our homes we’ll feel less stressed and our homes will more open and fresh. Here are some tips for getting your house ready for 2016. n Getting rid of unwanted clothes – We are all guilty of hoarding clothes that we never wear any more on the off chance that we might just wear it one day. One way to get rid of clothes you’re definitely not wearing is to turn all of your hangers in your wardrobe so the hooks are on the other side of the bar; when you wear an item, put it back facing the opposite direction. Any item of clothing that you haven’t turned around in your wardrobe in a month, you get rid of! n Cleaning your carpets – A handy tip for keeping your carpets clean is to leave your socks on around the house. This is because the natural oils within the skin on your feet attract bacteria, making your carpets dirtier quicker!
n Bookshelves – Whether you’re an avid book collector or you have lots of DVDs or CDs, maybe it’s time you shook up the way you organise your shelves. Do this by organising them by size or genre. You could even stack some vertically and some horizontally to make your shelf look more interesting. n Clockwise kitchen cleaning – When you’re cleaning your kitchen, start on the left of your stove and work anti-clockwise, cleaning everything else first. This is because your stove is the dirtiest thing in your kitchen, usually because of the grease and dirt. So leaving it until last stops the risk of spreading grime and dirt throughout everything else on your cleaning session. n Keep your sponges fresh – When you’ve cleaned up and your sponge is looking a little dingy, make sure it’s cleaned right through by squeezing it out and microwaving it for a minute. This will make sure it’s bacteria free at the end of your clean. Although it seems like a tedious task, spring cleaning is a great way to keep your house fresh and new, which in turn makes you feel relaxed and settled.
General knowledge quiz 1. The Battle of Trafalgar (1805) was fought off the south-west coast of which country? (a) England (b) France (c) Spain?
2. The site of the Battle of Waterloo (1815) currently lies in which country? (a) Belgium (b) France (c) Germany? 3. What does the initial “F” stand for in the name of the U.S. president John F Kennedy? (a) Faulkner (b) Fitzgerald (c) Franklin? 4. John F Kennedy International Airport is located in which city? (a) Los Angeles (b) New York (c) Washington D C? 5. In what year were Everton FC founded?
(a) 1873 (b) 1878 (c) 1883?
6. In what year were Liverpool FC founded? (a) 1887 (b) 1892 (c) 1897? 7. In what year did the Liverpool Empire Theatre open? (a) 1915 (b) 1925 ( c) 1935? 8. In which country is Rioja wine produced? (a) Chile (b) Portugal (c) Spain? 9. What do the initials www stand for? 10. Which BBC/CBBC TV programme is the world’s longest-running children’s TV show (screened 1958 to date)? n Answers in the May issue.
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The importance of preparation Dixieland jazz concert for your child’s entrance exam IT IS imperative before beginning your 11plus journey, to put in some leg work and do your research. Admissions policies can vary from wholly selective schools, which are based solely on aptitude to partiallyselective schools which offer a proportion of places based on criteria such as distance, siblings, religion and feeder schools. It is important to become familiar with the different policies of the schools within your area so as you can make an informed decision on which examinations your child will sit. For example, it wouldn’t be prudent for your child to attend an examination if you do not live within the catchment area. It is also important to be aware of pass rate for wholly selective schools as this can range dramatically across the country, from 3% to 30% dependent on number of subscriptions. Areas with fewer wholly selective schools are often oversubscribed of which
Liverpool is a prime example. Competition to gain a place within the one remaining wholly selective school is becoming increasingly fierce with a staggering 900 students sitting the entrance exam each year and only the top 150 gaining a place. When you have decided on which examinations your child will sit, perhaps the most critical point and one which is the pitfall of so many, is the necessity to prepare early. There are an increasing number of parents who fail to allow enough time for their child to adequately prepare for the examination. Regardless of children’s perceived academic ability these examinations cannot be prepared for overnight. A common misconception of parents is that children who are high performers within their primary schools do not need to prepare for the examinations. However, the 11plus exams are renowned for being set at a high level and pass rates can vary year to year dependent on the calibre of the cohort. The
entrance examinations include papers on topics such as verbal and nonverbal reasoning, which is not covered within comprehensive primary schools. Furthermore, Maths and English papers cover advanced concepts which may not normally be explored until children enter secondary school. With all this in mind it’s important to decide how best to approach preparing your child for the exam and there are several options available. Firstly would be to purchase resources for the child to study independently or with the support of their parents or family members. Although this can offer flexibility, it can be problematic, as studying with family members is often informal and children can lack motivation and become easily distracted outside in the home environment. Secondly would be to source a private tutor to provide tuition within the home. This can pose a problem for parents as it is often difficult to verify a person’s qualifications of eligibility to work with children. Parents
should therefore, remain vigilant when employing a tutor privately and also request an up to date DBS check alongside photo identification and copy of qualifications. Lastly, and one which is growing in popularity is to use the services of a tuition centre. Tuition centres are purpose built learning environments with accessible and up to date resources and highly qualified tutors with extensive experience of 11plus examinations and who have been fully vetted to work with children. Accelerate Learning Centre based on Allerton road offer a full 11plus programme which not only covers the concepts expected on the examinations but also the style of questions that appear on the exam papers and exam technique. There are a range of packages available for all budgets and include one to one and group sessions. Accelerate advise a minimum of 12 months’ preparation, although some students begin as early as year three.
THE Savoy Jazzmen are giving a concert in the Palm House, Sefton Park, on Tuesday, April 5 between 2pm and 4pm. Bring your parasols and join in the Mardi Gras parade numbers or just come and listen. We
will be playing tunes by Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington etc. There is an admission charge of £6, which includes a drink and a piece of cake. Further details from Peter Swensson (0151 722 1478).
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Plan early and reap the rewards WHAT are you doing for Easter this year? It might seem a tad too soon to be making any definite plans but take a closer look at the calendar and it will tell its own tale. Easter 2016 is fast approaching on Sunday, March 27. The movable feast of rebirth, new life and the start of spring is at the heart of the year’s first
bank holiday weekend. For many of us, it is likely to be our first significant time off to relax and unwind since Christmas. It could be just the right time to get family or friends together for a meal at home. Start with a little advance planning now and it will certainly reap its rewards.
If you are thinking of a traditional Sunday roast or a variation on the theme, it is a good idea to place your orders for meat and poultry a few days in advance. Stock up on fresh vegetables ideally the day before, as part of a carefully thought-through pre-Easter shop to make sure you have everything you will need to prepare
the meal. Many of us now look forward to a glass of wine with a meal, but which variety and colour should you go for? Some will be more palatable than others with the food you are planning to serve – if you are unsure, just ask your retailer if they can recommend a suitable match.
Top marks for the Light of Bengal An authentic taste of India in the heart of Liverpool BASED in Aigburth, the Light of Bengal has been serving up some of Liverpool’s premier Indian cuisine to happy customers for the past 18 years. Whether you choose to dine in our restaurant, where our friendly waiters can recommend and advise on a range of speciality dishes, or want a spicy teatime takeaway treat, our longestablished eatery boasts a wide range of dishes, all hand-picked to suit even the most delicate of
palates. Our chef has worked both nationally and internationally and has over 20 years’ experience preparing the finest tandoori cuisine and it is with his skill and knowledge that we offer such speciality dishes as trout tandoori, Goan green chicken and salmon fish tikka. And we are delighted to announce that we have just been given the top 5-star hygiene rating; this is based on numerous aspects of
our operation, including how hygienically food is handled, prepared, cooked, re-heated, cooled and stored; cleanliness, layout, lighting, ventilation; and how we as a business manage and record all this. Families are most welcome and large parties are catered for; we are fully licensed, air-conditioned and open 365 days a year – we look forward to welcoming you soon!
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Moo Steakhouse and Bar WE are an independently owned Steakhouse and Bar on Allerton Road with a growing reputation for great steaks, locally sourced produce, friendly staff, fabulous cocktails and the cosiest fire on the road! Our ever-growing menu has a great variety of dishes (not just steak!) to suit everyone’s tastes, including something for you veggies and a constantly changing ‘Specials’ board. Check out our website to see just a few of our fabulous dishes and keep an eye on our social media to see some of our great specials. And
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take a look at our me nus to see what we have to offer, including our Mini Moo Menu, Early Bird Menu (served Monday to Thursday; 4-6.30pm) and our Sunday Menu – the best roasts in Liverpool (well, we think so anyway!). We also serve great cocktails; with a menu full of classics and a specials board full of our own concoctions there’s something for everyone (and there IS such a thing as a manly cocktail!!). And if you can’t find anything you fancy, our bar staff will be delighted to try
and create something special just for you and if you catch our 5-o’clocktails happy hour 5-7pm when they are 2 for £10 then you just can’t go wrong! We have extra dining space upstairs which allows us to cater for big parties and even private functions. Feel free to contact us for more information. We look forward to welcoming you soon! MOO Steakhouse & Bar, 171 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 6HG. For further information call 0151 724 1071; www. moosteakhouse.co.uk
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ARIES Mar 21st - Apr 20th
An advanced degree, travel or publishing opportunity could arrive early April. Your charisma will be at an all-time high. A jealous authority figure may try to block your path to success. Avoid a power struggle when the New Moon (7th) ignites your rebelliousness. You can strike out on your own mid-month. Launching your own business or working freelance becomes a possibility - negotiate more than you’re offered! Your wheeling and dealing abilities are strong later in April. Don’t become tired and listless by overindulging. It's important to look your best at work. The Full Moon (22nd) marks an exciting turning point in an intimate relationship.
TAURUS Apr 21st - May 21st
An intense relationship will excite you. You may decide to make a serious commitment early April. Keep this secret until mid-April; this allows you both to get used to your new arrangement. The New Moon (7th) could cause anxiety – it’ll be harder than expected to relinquish your independence. Going on a solitary holiday may help. Have a heart to heart with your partner about finances. The Full Moon (22nd) helps you and your partner form a united front. If you're single, you could meet your soulmate in a club, environmental group or antique shop! Splash out on new clothes or a makeover as May approaches.
GEMINI May 22nd - Jun 21st
Your best friend, partner or a colleague will be extremely supportive. Accept their help while pursuing a cherished dream; you could reach undreamt of heights early April. Jealous friends could fall by the wayside when the New Moon (7th) puts strain on weak relationships and you'll learn important lessons about loyalty. You could receive a windfall during the second half of April. Use this to launch your own business or change careers. Pursuing work in a creative field will be exciting, but be frugal early on. Don't hesitate to accept an entry level position when the Full Moon (22nd) sends you some intriguing work, possibly with an important artist, producer or gallery owner!
CANCER Jun 22nd - Jul 23rd
You can make good progress fitness-wise early April. Launch an exercise regime; better diet and more sleep are advised. The New Moon (7th) tempts you to accept a job offer but beware! You don't want to work for a tyrant so wait for something better. Consider launching your own business; a relative or neighbour may offer the start-up capital. The Full Moon (22nd) sees a creative project come to fruition. This paves the way for more lucrative opportunities. Getting paid for your artwork answers your prayers and you may get involved with an artists' collective. As May approaches, there will be power in numbers.
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LEO Jul 24th - Aug 23rd
You'll have a chance to do arts-related business early April. If looking for work, you could land a job in a creative field, possibly as an assistant to a prominent figure in the painting, publishing or design world, though the New Moon (near the 9th) reveals gaps in your knowledge. Admit your lack of experience; it will acquire you new skills. Being humble isn't easy for you, but it’ll lead to career success. The Full Moon (22nd) marks an improvement to your home life. You could move to a nicer place or a relative or roommate may join your household. This base of operations will improve your job prospects later in April.
VIRGO Aug 24th - Sep 23rd
A legal settlement, dividend or inheritance arrives early April. Don’t splash out; conserve your resources. The New Moon (7th) will require you to pay a big bill or old debt. The longer you put this off, the more expensive it will become. A temporary job assignment could be available at a religious, cultural or educational organisation mid-April. You might have to postpone a home improvement project until you build up your savings. Good news about a loved one's job arrives on the 22nd; celebrate this and don’t be resentful of their success, it’s the result of a team effort. Taking pleasure in their happiness attracts positive energy.
LIBRA Sep 24th - Oct 23rd
Business travel could lead to love early April. If you already have a romantic partner, this is a good time to sign a long-term contract with a vendor or investor. Ignore a manipulative relative who is always criticising your best friend; the New Moon (7th) forces you to choose between friends and family. Take the opportunity to draw healthier family boundaries and don't let them dictate your romantic and social lives. An intense flirtation will excite you later in April. It's fun to banter with someone who’s as witty and intelligent as you. The Full Moon (22nd) will draw extra money into your bank account. Splash out on clothes, jewellery and toiletries!
SCORPIO Oct 24th - Nov 22nd
A steady job with growth opportunities will arrive early April. Accept this offer even if it means starting at the bottom; you'll quickly rise to success. Don’t get into a war of words with a pushy colleague when the New Moon (7th) implores you to establish yourself as a team player. Your love life will be exciting later in the month; it’s a great time to embark on a romance, get engaged or exchange wedding vows. The Full Moon (22nd) invites you to spoil yourself; splash out on luxuries! Propose an idea for a new product or service as May approaches; originality sets you apart from the crowd. Buy your best friend or romantic partner a beautiful token of your appreciation.
SAGITTARIUS Nov 23rd - Dec 21st
Business travel opportunities arrive early April. This is a great time to sign up new business or extend existing contracts. If you're unfamiliar with certain customs, ask to be enlightened. It's better to admit ignorance than pretend to have expert knowledge when the New Moon (7th) invites you to be humble in order to acquire new information. Your health will improve in the second half of April, thanks to a new fitness regime but don’t overdo things, take it slow and steady. The Full Moon (22nd) prompts you to rest and relax. Even a social butterfly like you needs to recharge your batteries! Finding a steady job is a strong possibility late April.
CAPRICORN Dec 22nd - Jan 20th
Home-life is satisfying early April. It’s a great time to scale back your social life to get more downtime. The New Moon (7th) warns against making radical changes to your surroundings. You'll have a chance to study or travel mid-April. Expanding your horizons could put you on the path to love. If you're already in a relationship, take a relaxing holiday with your amour. Resist the urge to push a relative into making a hasty decision late April – a strategic retreat will yield better results. Be sure to attend a party around the 22nd; your magnetism will attract admirers! Prepare to make powerful friends. You’ll find someone with a foreign accent particularly charming and you’ll make a great team.
AQUARIUS Jan 21st - Feb 19th
You'll meet influential people early April and it’s a great time to attend parties or conferences; be sure to listen more than you speak. The New Moon (7th) warns against making embarrassing remarks. Also, double-check email addresses before clicking 'send'! Mid-April brings the chance to improve your living situation. This is a great time to move to a nicer place, buy some land or make home improvements. An exciting career opportunity will arrive on the 22nd; working for a focused executive will be a welcome change. You'll have a chance to buy some beautiful furniture and artwork late April - splash out on quality!
PISCES Feb 20th - Mar 20th
A career opportunity arrives early April; it’s the best time of the year to land a terrific job. Ask former employers and teachers to write references for you. Don’t discuss money matters when the New Moon (7th) will undermine your earning power. Your job description could change mid-April. Stay calm! This should ultimately work in your favour. If you can't get the salary you’re after, you're able to negotiate good fringe benefits when the Full Moon (22nd) attracts impressive perks. When choosing between a flat-salary or earning commission, choose the latter - you'll outperform competitors! Advertising and social media will be key to success and a captivating blend of words and images will drive business to your door. Get the word out!
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ON Monday I went along to Bellini (Italian Restaurant) in the city centre for a meal and few drinks with the X Factor tour cast ahead of their performance. It was a lovely night and great to catch up with the gang; Anton Stephans, Lauren Murray, girlband 4th Impact, Seann Miley Moore, Che Chesterman and Mason Noise and to celebrate their 2016 arena tour. On Wednesday we went to Liverpool’s Echo Arena to watch the show and WOW!!!! is all I can say!!! I had been thinking of not going as I have been so busy this week, but boy am I glad I did! I can actually say it was one of the best performances I have ever been to see. I didn’t want it to end! I took my little girl Jasmine and her friend who were thrilled that my fab PR guru friend Paul Knowles arranged backstage passes for them and the chance to meet and greet all the cast and have photographs taken with them. Jasmine had followed the show every Saturday night and voted for Reggie and Bolly every week so I was really over the moon when she actually got to speak to them! Since November I have been dying to go to Bongos Bingo in the Camp and Furnace. I had arranged to go twice just after Christmas but I ended up getting the flu so had to cancel, so we went along on Thursday and had an absolute ball!!! The Venga Boys were playing, who I use to loooove a few years back when I first started going out so I was on the tables dancing my legs off! If you’re looking for a really good laugh and night out then I would thoroughly recommend going, it’s a little bit livelier than the Mecca but you can still bag a few good prizes! So April in Liverpool means only one thing! Aintree Races!! It’s such a big event for the city, where everybody goes all out especially with their outfits! Continues on page 17
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Continued from page 16 The three-day event starts on the Thursday (April 7) which is always my fav day; it’s mainly business people and has a real mixed/classy crowd. Friday is ‘Ladies Day’ and tends to be a little bit too busy and boisterous for me. Then there is the biggy, the Saturday for the ‘Grand National’ which is always a good day. Last year I went on both the Thursday and the Saturday but It was a bit of ‘overkill’ so I’m gonna give it a miss this year and wait for Chester in the summer – the weather is always a little warmer so you can enjoy it a bit more. I have brought to you a perfect races-inspired outfit to help anyone who is having some last minute struggles! You can’t go wrong with this Limited Edition Black Mesh Plunge Maxi Dress. This stunning black maxi dress, for £62.00, is from Rare London, layered mesh and lace plunge bust with a full layered skirt. I would personally style with this the black floppy hat from Boohoo for £7.00. This elegant little ‘Idol’
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Time Flies by Asos’ wedges – £35.00. clutch bag from LaBante London at Debenhams is the perfect little clutch for £29.90. When you’re wearing a long dress like this, you need a pair of wedges, they give you that added bit of height without worrying about your heel catching on the bottom of your dress all day/night. I have found these ‘Time Flies by Asos’ wedges for £35.00. They are the type of shoe that you will wear to death in the summer for both day and night. Get this complete look for under £135!!!
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‘Idol’ clutch bag from LaBante London at Debenhams – £29.90.
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WONDERFUL GOA ... AGAIN! By Moira Hesketh
WE had another wonderful two weeks in Candolim, Goa (India) in early February! What a great place to just chill out and relax, especially during the winter. Admittedly, stray dogs and cows wandering the street (and even the beaches!) aren’t everyone’s cup of tea but you soon get used to it! Sunshine is absolutely guaranteed, not a drop a rain and hardly a cloud in the sky. Plenty of top quality hotels to choose from and accommodation to suit all tastes and price ranges. The major decisions involved tend to be “beach or pool today?” or “which lovely
restaurant shall we go to tonight?” and the people you meet (hotel staff, waiters, bar staff, shop assistants, taxi drivers) are just wonderful and really make the holiday. This former Portuguese colony has miles of tropical sandy beaches and plenty of historical buildings and churches to explore. Oh, and there are shops, markets and restaurants galore! Travel to Goa with a halfempty case and fill up while you’re here! And don’t forget to use your bartering skills! And you simply can’t visit Goa without a trip to the jewellers! Goa is famous for its jewellers and there are so many
you don’t know where to start! I must say, though, that we were delighted with GM Jewellers in Tito’s Road, Baga, that I absolutely have to give them a mention. My friend’s been taking her repairs and re-designs to them for years, and she’s always been absolutely delighted and I too was really impressed with the fantastic service I have received. So whatever you’re looking for (large or small in whatever price bracket) call and see Gulzar and Mohamed at GM. They can repair, re-model, copy (even from photos) or make from scratch whatever you want at a fraction of the cost here and the work is all
fully guaranteed: G M Jewellers, Tito’s Road, Baga, Goa: www. gmjewellers.com; email; gd@gmjewellers. com - look them up on TripAdvisor too. And we came across a wonderful tailor’s shop as well (Versace de Goa in Candolim – great name!): I originally went in just to have a couple of really basic alterations done at really low cost and ended up having a fantastic coat made for next to nothing on top of which Peter had some lovely tailor-made shirts done for about £14 each! Great quality and they fit perfectly – and while we were there, a bridegroom was having his wedding suit made
and a London fashion designer was having part of his new collection done! Take a favourite item or show them a photo and they’ll make it up for you – brilliant! They’re near the HDFC ATM Bank - check them out on google, facebook and tripadvisor (and ask for Rashid or Syd if you call in to see them). If you haven’t been go Goa, why not give it a try! During the winter months where else will you find guaranteed sunshine, great people, great food, amazing prices and wonderful sunsets? No wonder so many people go back there year after year!
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10 reasons why women should be doing boxing training ... 1. It keeps your heart healthy: while we all exercise to look physically fit, we need to stop looking in the mirror and focus on the real benefit of exercise: to keep us healthier for longer.
2. It makes you super-fit: sadly for all of us, exercising effectively takes more than just jumping on a treadmill and hoping for the best. If you want to get the most out of your body then you need to work it the right way through a variety of different forms of exercise and keeping your heart rate at the right level. 3. It torches calories: as boxing is such a high intensity workout it’s unsurprising that it burns through a lot of calories. 4. It’ll burn fat fast: boxing doesn’t just burn calories, it also helps to burn fat especially around the core area 5. It’ll make you strong: probably more important than fat burning is strength training. To build up speed, endurance and keep your body in optimum health, it needs to be strong. Boxing is the perfect exercise for achieving absolutely all of those things. 6. It’s a great stress reliever: you might think that pound-
ing away on that punch bag will send your aggression into overdrive but boxing is actually surprisingly therapeutic. 7. It’s an awesome way to tone up: boxing is a high repetitive workout which results in toning rather than building muscle. 8. It’s a whole body workout: a boxing training session involves every muscle in the body but especially the core and the shoulders. 9. It’ll help boost your self-confidence: there is a massive endorphin release in the body from hitting a heavy bag or doing pad work with a partner and those chemicals give you a massive feeling of well-being. 10. You can do it anywhere: the best thing about boxing is that you don’t need to do it in a gym. Getting your own gloves and pads are actually a pretty good investment. FREE WEEK of Boxercise Fatloss Sessions If you would like to book in for a free week of Boxercise Fatloss sessions, indoor and outdoor, then please contact me asap. Places are now limited. For more information call Paul on 07887 868872.
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FREEDOM & CHOICE IN PENSIONS April 2015 saw the introduction of radical changes to the retirement market. People from the age of 55 now have the freedom to use their defined contribution pension how they wish. People who value the security of an annuity can still purchase one, but those who want more control over their own finances can, instead, draw down their pension as they see fit. The changes mean greater flexibility in how you can use a pension to receive an income and pass on benefits to family and / or others.
Options: Flexi-access Drawdown A new option that allows you to draw as much or as little from your pension as you like. No upper limit on income, up to 25% of the amount is tax free if you have not previously used the fund for drawdown. Income thereafter is taxed at your marginal rate of income tax. Uncrystallised funds pension lump sum (UFPLS) A new option that allows you to take a one-off payment or several lump sums directly from the pension fund itself. Each time you take a lump sum through UFPLS, 25% will be tax-free and the rest taxed at your marginal rate of income tax.
Annuity Not a new option and will remain the right choice for many people at some point during their retirement. Traditional annuities pay a guaranteed income for life in exchange for your pension fund. Tax A cautionary note about taxation: any income you draw from your pension after receiving your 25% tax-free entitlement is taxed at your marginal rate of income tax. This means that taking your entire fund, or a high level of income in a single year, could mean you end up paying tax at a higher or additional rate. It may not be tax efficient or sustainable to take income above a certain level. Death Benefits Other key changes relate to death benefits: • A pension can be left to anyone, not just dependents • A greater opportunity to pass on your pension tax free* (*tax rate depends on age at death) • A pension can be passed down the generations • Certain benefits extend to annuities
Trevor says "The Allerton Road office has been open for one year now and things have gone really well. We’ve taken on many new clients and have settled in well here, bringing over 15 years of financial planning experience to the area.” The office is open 9.30am-5pm Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday. 11a Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, L18 1LG. (PHONE 0151 733 1132) trevor.oloughlin@sjpp.co.uk
"You should always seek professional advice before making any decisions about your retirement" says Trevor O'Loughlin, Director of O'Loughlin & Co Financial Planning. "Our office on Allerton Road, Associate Partner practice of St.James's Place Wealth Management, is set up to deal with all Pension & Retirement related enquiries". O'Loughlin & Co Financial Planning are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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APRIL ADULT DISABILITY ACTIVITY DAY Every Monday daytime from 11am to 3pm adult disability activity day; it includes DJ with karaoke, dancing, chair based exercise, bingo, play your cards right, full size snooker table, dart board, loads of prizes and much more. Free car park. At The New Derry Social Club, Mere Lane, Liverpool, L5 0QW. Run by P.A.C and the Derry Club. ASPERGER CARERS GROUP Held on the first Monday of each month at Rathbone Hospital, Library Building, William House, Mill Lane, Liverpool L13 4AW. Next meeting: Monday April 4th; 1-4pm. For more information contact 07887 369550 or aspergerconnections@yahoo. co.uk . DIXIELAND JAZZ CONCERT The Savoy Jazzmen are giving a concert in the Palm House, Sefton Park, Tuesday 5th April, 2-4 pm. Bring your parasols and join in the Mardi Gras parade numbers. We will be playing tunes by Louis Armstrong, Fats Waller, Duke Ellington etc. Admission £6.00 which includes a drink and piece of cake. Further details from Peter Swensson (0151 722 1478) ELM HALL DRIVE METHODIST CHURCH L18 1LF Sun 3rd April 10.30am Rev. Rachel Deigh. Sun 10th April 10.30 Mr Andrew Gillespie. Sun 17th April 10.30am Dr Stephen Sutcliffe. Sun 24th April 11am United Service at Hope University Chapel, Taggart Avenue, Childwall. All welcome. THE GATEACRE SOCIETY MEETING There is a meeting of the Gateacre Society on Monday April 4th at 7.30pm in the Gateacre Chapel on Gateacre Brow when Alice Bennett will be talking about ‘The Real Eleanor Rigby’. Non-members of the Society welcome to attend, donations welcome. PEACEPOOL Looking for inner peace and contentment? Peacepool has regular monthly meetings. (this is NOT a faith or religious group). Come to the Liner Hotel, Lord Nelson Street, L3 5QB on Saturday March 19th/Sat April 23rd. 2pm to 4pm. Free admission and refreshments. Free parking at the venue: peacepool.blogspot.com LET’S PLAY THE PIANO! Saturday 9th April 10:30am-12:30pm; Cornerstone Building (Grace Room), Hope University Creative Campus, Shaw Street. If you enjoy playing or listening to the piano, then come along to our next monthly event! All abilities/styles welcome and we have an amazing grand piano. Tea/ Coffee provided. Website http:// www.meetup.com/Lets-PlayThe-Piano-Liverpool/ email (Ben): letsplaythepiano1234@gmail. com WEDNESDAY COUNTRY NIGHTS The Legion, Rose Lane, L18; 6th April – Paul Wright. LCRA WALKING GROUP A Liverpool based group who organise regular Sunday coach rambles to the Lake District, North Wales, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales. Walks are graded to suit all abilities. The club also arranges weekends away and social activities. To find out more call Will on 0151 486 6541, find us on facebook, or visit www. liverpoolcatholicramblers.com THE TIDES OF CHANGE An art exhibition featuring the work of Jan Sear at: Arts Hub 47, 47 Lark Lane, L17 8UW. Daily from April 7th-April 17th, 11.00am to 4.00 pm. Contacts: website: www. studiojansear.co.uk; email: amcat@ supanet.com; mobile: 07944 368696 LIVERPOOL MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY Are holding their Annual Exhibition on Saturday and Sunday 23rd and 24th April 2016. The venue is Ian Robinson Sports Centre at Merchant Taylors School, Liverpool Road, Crosby L23 0QP. Opening times are: Saturday; 10am to 5pm & Sunday; 10am to 4.30pm. Prices: Adults £4; OAPs £3.50 Children £2 (under 5s are free). TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY Next meeting at Greenbank Sports Academy, Greenbank Lane, L17 1AG, Monday 18 April 2016 at 7.30pm. Dr Jim Ford takes us by rail, through films taken over 40 years, from UK across three continents to “The Railway at the End of the World” in Tierra del Fuego, South America. £2 admission includes refreshments. All welcome. ROD STEWART TRIBUTE NIGHT Cardinal Heenan PTA present a Rod
Stewart tribute night on Saturday 30th April. Licensed bar and disco. Tickets are £7 and can be booked by calling 07751 988769 or visit www. cardinalheenanpta.org.uk WEST DERBY RECS BOWLING CLUB (MILL LANE) Would you like to play crown green bowls? Ladies and Gents teams looking for new members; experienced or beginners welcomed for the new season. Contact Keith (07999 724879) or Beryl (0151 480 0118) THREADING DREAMS EXHIBITION Will be at St Barnabas Church, Penny Lane, Liverpool, L18 from the 25th to the 30th April, from 11am to 4pm each day. It’s a beautiful church which is over 100 years old so do come and visit our exhibition, buy a cup of tea and meet the lovely people from St Barnabas. Bring a friend you will all be made very welcome. SOROPTOMIST INTERNATIONAL We are a group of women, sharing a global vision with Soroptimist International. We work together through service projects, fund-raising and advocacy to advance human rights and the status of girls and women. We meet monthly on the fourth Wednesday at 7pm; Victoria Pub, Victoria Road, Liverpool, L17 ODL. For further information contact Anne on 07814 564649 or visit our website www.sigbi.org/liverpool. “ GARSTON & DISTRICT HISTORICAL SOCIETY Holds monthly talks on topics of local interest, starting at 7.30pm at Garston Park Church, Island Road, Liverpool 19. Admission: £3 visitors, including tea/coffee. The next talk is: April 1 – ‘DECORATION OF LIVERPOOL BUILDINGS’ by Andrew Richardson. The Society’s email address is gdhs@outlook.com MACMILLANS FUNDRAISING CONCERT Following the success of our Macmillans Fundraising Concert at Mossley Hill Athletic Club, which raised over £1000, we’re now presenting our show at St. Mark’s Parish Club in Halewood (corner of Leathers Lane and Penman Crescent) on Saturday 23rd April at 7.30pm. 5 acts performing 50’s, 60’s, Rock & Roll, Soul & Motown and contemporary acoustic music. Tickets £5 from the club. BRAND NEW ISTD GRADED DANCE CLASSES FOR THE DINGLE/ TOXTETH COMMUNITIES. Team Oasis Children’s Charity is delighted to bring 3 new evenings of ISTD dance classes: ballet, tap dancing, modern, musical theatre. Tots from 3 years/juniors from 5 years/adv juniors from 11 years. Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays at Team Oasis Dance & Drama Studios, 121-125 Parkhill Rd, Dingle, L8 4RN. 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Fee: £4.00. For more information please phone 07985 534784 or email: theteamoasis@hotmail.com GUIDED WALKS Re-trace the rich tapestry of Liverpool’s colourful history. Admire stunning architecture and discover amazing hidden gems. Tours led by qualified guides. Email: citywalks@outlook.com RETIRED DRUMMER Looking for other musicians to form a new jazz, swing, mod, trad band; arrangement made for weekly get together in a Childwall Tennis Club to be announced. Call Ray on 07767 684048 or 0151 280 4237. REGULAR EVENTS BOWLING Are you interested in Crown Green Bowling? We are the oldest bowling club in Liverpool. Come and join a friendly club where you will be made most welcome. We are located at the back of The Halfway House in Woolton Road and our season runs from the end of March until October. Contact Geoff on 07922 110624. ST BARNABAS CHURCH PENNY LANE St Barnabas Church Penny Lane: The Lodge Lane Credit Union offers its full range of services every Tuesday. Also on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays a Citizens Advice Centre is available offering a range of advice on money/financial related subjects. Both services are available between 10.30am and 12noon. TOTS & CO Allerton United Reformed Church. We are a friendly play group for carers and their children meeting every Wednesday during term time (1.303.00pm). Only £1.00 for a carer and up to two children and refreshments are included. All welcome.
WOMEN’S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a friendly group who meet every first Thursday of the month (7.15pm) at Christ the King Parish club, Score Lane, L16. New members most welcome! For info contact 07787 606636 or wichildwall@gmail.com. INDOOR CAR BOOT SALE Sudley Area Residents’ Association will be holding sales on the following Saturdays in 2016: 20th February, 16th April, 17th September and 19th November. Starting at 10am at SARA Hall, Rundle Road, Aigburth, L18 0AQ. 726 0805 BADMINTON A small group of mixed male/ female aged between 35/65 play on Thursday evenings at Elm Hall Methodist Church, Elm Hall Drive near Penny Lane. 8 o’clock till 9-30 £3 per session. Looking for new players with a good standard, we do not play in any league but you will get a good game. Please ring Dot 0151 475 8775 BALLROOM Ballroom, Latin and popular Sequence dancing. Every Wednesday at The Railway Club, Melling Road, Aintree. 8.30 to 11pm. Large dance floor and friendly crowd. Admission £3.00. Contact Maureen McDonald on 07866 077053 LINE DANCE CLASS Held at The Scouts Hut, Gorsedale Road (off Dovedale Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18). Every Thursday 11am to 12 noon. Class Fee £3. For information ring Sylvia on 0151 722 6653 PARKINSON’S SOUTH LIVERPOOL GROUP We meet on the second Thursday of each month at Bridge Chapel Heath Road, Liverpool, L19 4XR at 7.15pm. Come and join us for an informal chat and helpful advice regarding Parkinson’s with quest speakers. ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers. The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided. Please contact us on 426 4433 for further information. BALLROOM Ballroom, Latin and popular Sequence dancing. Every Wednesday at The Railway Club, Melling Road, Aintree. 8.30 to 11pm. Large dance floor and friendly crowd. Admission £3.00. Contact Maureen McDonald on 07866 077053 BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others, discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, non-threatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy supports people suffering from lung disease of any kind. We meet at Bridge Chapel every month, with the exception of August and December, normally on the 4th Monday. The March meeting is on 21st (because of Easter) and we are having a speaker talking about Speke Hall. Everyone welcome (phone: 0151 733 8886) CLUB ROCKY LANE We are looking for new members or visitors to come and join us in playing CROWN GREEN BOWLS. We only play socially most afternoons in the week. For details call ERIC on 489 9484 or CLIFF on 289 0102. CALDERFIELD BOWLING CLUB Calderfield Bowling Club (Halfway House, Woolton Road) are looking for players; ladies and gents any age it does not matter whether you can bowl or not you will be made very welcome indeed. If you are interested please ring Bob Tipper on 07818 214704 or email bobtipperaph @hotmail.co.uk) CAN YOU SING A LITTLE, CAN YOU DANCE A LITTLE? Mature ladies wanted for Variety Group. Telephone 0151 427 9991 or 0151 427 3080 CHILDREN’S TAP AND BALLET CLASS Held at Childwall Valley Methodist Church Hall, Score Lane, L16 5EG. Saturdays Tap 12.30-12.45pm (£2 per class) Ballet 12.45-1.30pm (£5 per class). Ages 4+ children can work towards exams with an experienced, qualified teacher. Contact Amy:
07507 015227 amy_sand1@ hotmail.com CREDIT UNION AND CITIZENS ADVICE BUREAU SERVICES Every Tuesday between 10.30am and noon, Lodge Lane Credit Union offers its full range of services. Also, on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month the Citizens Advice Service is available – again between 10.30am and noon – offering advice on a range of money/finance related subjects. Please call in if you would like to talk to either of the above. CROCHET AND KNITTING Come and learn or if you are expert then help others. Every Tuesday, 11am until 1pm. Long Lane Church (off Mill Lane, Wavertree) – Refreshments provided. For more info call Helen (07837 711178). Or if you enjoy a spot of gardening then we could do with a little help. DANCE AFTERNOON A chance to get together with others and dance ballroom, sequence and the odd latin dance. Also, tuition in one sequence dance takes place. Come along and enjoy the company of around 40 other dancers! Tea, coffee, cake and biscuits provided free. Mondays at: Woolton Conservative Club, Belle Vale Road, Liverpool L25 2PY. 1pm-3.45pm Admission £3 EAST WAVERTREE BOWLING CLUB 129a Dunbabin Road, Childwall. Enjoy the Summer outdoors, come and play Crown Green Bowls at our friendly club. Either a player or a beginner – all welcome. Just come along or contact Norma Williams (0151 727 6438) ELVIS PRESLEY FAN CLUB Merseyside branch of the official Elvis Presley Fan Club of Great Britain. Tel 0151 257 9874 EXERCISE, MOVEMENT & DANCE CLASS The Bagot Stack system focuses on improving posture through progressive exercise and dance movements. Suitable for all abilities. Monday’s 1.30-3pm and Thursday’s 7 – 9pm. Both classes take place at All Hallows Centre, Harthill Road, Allerton, L18 3HU. Contact Jane on 0151 724 5192 or www.janesfitness.co.uk. FIBROMATES – NORTH WEST FIBROMYALGIA SUPPORT GROUP Meets every month. If you have fibromyalgia, or care for someone who has it, you are most welcome to join us. We are a very friendly group who meet once a month to support each other and share information about managing fibromyalgia. Please contact Anne Pritchard on 07912 084549 for further details FREE COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS ICT Functional Skills Entry Level 3 at the Mackets Education Centre or Halewood Academy (also at local libraries), just 2.5 hours a week. Small and informal groups. Course consists of email, word processing and internet. A basic knowledge of computers is preferred but not essential. Please call Carole on (0151) 443 2197 or Doug on 07925 369899 FRIENDSHIP GROUP: The “O60 Club” Meets on alternate Thursday afternoons at Oakvale URC, Broadgreen Road at 2.30pm. We have interesting speakers and other activities include holidays, outings and pub lunches once a month. If you are interested in meeting friendly people, please call one of the following numbers: 0151 428 5630 or 0151 226 1984. INCLUDE ME CIC A weekly Wednesday morning meeting is held at Linksview, Vale Road, Woolton from 10am to 1pm. We are tackling the issues of loneliness and exclusion in the local area, so why not meet up with us for coffee and put your ideas and suggestions forward for what activities you would like us to provide for the group. Contact Janet on 07894 585689 or email info@ includeme-org.org LADIES 50+ KEEP FIT 50+ keep fit sessions K.F.A. teacher, Linksvies, 102 Vale Road on Mondays, 7.30-8.30pm. £2 per session. All welcome 0151 475 0542 LEE VALLEY KNITTING GROUP The group meet on a Wednesday 11 – 12.30 at The Lee Valley Millennium Centre, Childwall Valley Road, L25 2PR. It is free to come along, we have a mixture of very experienced knitters and people wanting to learn. It’s not just knitting we also do crochet, quilting and other activities. Contact Laura 07794 119379. LINE DANCING – St MARKS CHURCH Tuesdays 12.45pm to 2.45pm Small friendly classes £3 includes tea and biscuits. Join us at St Marks Church
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Hall, Hartsbourne Ave, L25 2SB. Accessible on bus routes 79 & 14 via Childwall Valley Rd (Sylvia 0151 722 6653). LINE DANCE CLASS Held at The Scouts Hut, Gorsedale Road (off Dovedale Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool, L18). Every Thursday 11am to 12 noon. Class fee £3. For information ring Sylvia on 0151 722 6653 LISHI TAI CHI Look after yourself with Lishi – a different way to exercise. No puffing, no red faces. Posture, breathing, moving, use your mind and body to help you forget your cares for an hour or so. Mondays, 7.15-9pm; Holy Trinity Church Hall (corner of Church Road and Woolton Road, Wavertree – opposite School for Blind). For more information: 07808 899333 LIVERPOOL BACKGAMMON CLUB Meets on the last Friday of the month at 7 Croxteth Road, Liverpool, L8 3SE. Doors open 7pm. The club is for all levels of play. For further details see our website at liverpoolbackgammon.co.uk or phone 07931 553829. Free lessons also available. LIVERPOOL BRIDGE CLUB 7a Croxteth Road, L8 3SE. Monday afternoons – beginners and improvers; Monday and Wednesday evenings – experienced players; taster session for beginners, 11 September; beginners 10-week course, 18 September. For more details please ring (0151) 727 2140 LIVERPOOL CONTRA FOLK/ COUNTRY DANCE CLUB A friendly club, teaching a mixture of folk/country/barn dance style, American square and Pride and Prejudice styles. No need to bring a partner. Make new friends. Keep fit! TUESDAYS open 7-45pm Dancing 8-10pm at the Scout Hall, Gorsedale Rd (off Dovedale Rd) L18 5EP. TEL 427 1907 LIVERPOOL FRENCH CLUB The group still meets on Tuesdays 6pm-8pm, but the venue is now The Cornmarket pub, Old Ropery, off Fenwick Street. All levels of French, for all nationalities (including French) who want to meet up for a natter. Membership is free, no charge for attending. Very relaxed. All levels from beginners to advanced/native speakers welcome. M. S. SOCIETY YOGA The M.S.SOCIETY have an afternoon of yoga at Linkside, Vale Rd. Woolton on a Tuesday afternoon from 2.00 till 4.00 p.m. All are very welcome. MAKING MUSIC FOR FUN The Liverpool String Orchestra warmly welcomes new players to enjoy making music at the Unitarian Church Hall, Ullet Rd., on Monday evenings at 7.15. No auditions needed, just come along and play! Further info 07979 411488 and www. liverpoolstringorchestra.co.uk MUM AND BABY FITNESS CLASS Yummy Mummy Buggy Fitness, Meeting every Monday 9.30am at Wavertree Mystery Park by Blue Coat School. Only £4 per session, Fitness class to help mums get back into shape after giving birth. Email sophie@pbpersonaltraining.com Or call 07805976281. NEW FRIENDS MERSEYSIDE If you are over 50 and would like to make new friends then come and join us. We meet every Tuesday evening at 7.30pm upstairs in the Blacklers Rooms, over Tess Rileys bar, Great Charlotte Street, Liverpool. For further information call Heather on 0151 549 2126 OVER 50’S KEEP FIT CLASS AND LINE DANCING CLASS Aigburth Community Church Hall, Dundonald Road, L17 0AE. Keep Fit class for ages 50+ Tuesdays 9.3010.30am with inspiring standing/ chair-based exercises. Beginners Line Dancing class with simple, fun routines Fridays 9.30-10.30am. Classes £3. Contact Amy: 07507 015227; amy_sand1@hotmail.com PARKINSONS UK Meets regularly at The Bridge Chapel, Heath Road, L19 4XR. Second Thursday of the month at 7.30pm. Tel. Beverley Jackson on 03442 253748. Patients and/or carers most welcome. Change attitudes. Find a cure. Join us. ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Roy Castle FagEnds Stop Smoking Support Groups. Held weekly: Woolton House Medical Centre,Fridays 2.30pm-3.45pm, Garston Library, Monday 2pm-3.15pm. Speke Neighbourhood Health Centre, Monday 4.15pm-6pm, or Wednesday 1pm-3.15pm. Allerton
Library, Tuesday 4pm-5.15pm. No appointment necessary, free practical support and advice and access to Nicotine Replacement Therapy, Champix or Zyban. Freephone 0800 195 2131 for further information. SPRINGWOOD PENSIONERS BOWLING CLUB Requires males over 55 for our bowls club, learners or bowlers welcome. We play Tuesday and Thursday afternoons at Garston Park, L19. Learners can be taught at times to suit them, bowls supplied. Phone Eddie Crook (0151 384 7382) or Les Graves (0151 486 3625) SEFTON PARK BOWLING CLUB is looking for new members. Based in Sefton Park, we have various competitions starting from Easter to October. Open Tuesday and Thursday afternoons, Wednesday and Friday Evenings, and most weekends. Learners & experts, singles & couples are all welcome to come and play in the great outdoors. Postcode L17 7DG. Contact Gregg Watson on 0151 222 2964 SEWERS AND KNITTERS WANTED Project Linus (projectlinusuk.org. uk) makes quilts/blankets for local children who are ill or in distressing situations. We welcome handmade items for all ages, we can provide fabric/wool if required and will arrange collection. If you can help, please contact caroline.fogell@yahoo. co.uk SINGING OUR SOCKS OFF Community choir for everyone. Fun, friendly and very active club performing across the city at major events meet every Wednesday at St Hilda’s Church, Stuart Avenue, Hunts Cross, 7.15pm to 9.15pm. First session free, £6 per class, no experience necessary. Call Su on 07717 181826 ST BARNABAS CHURCH Penny Lane weekly coffee mornings; Tuesday 10.30–12 noon. Sudley House, L18 open daily 10 am–5 pm. Free entry - Mossley Hill Rd Liverpool www.liverpoolmuseums .org.uk Tel. 0151 478 4178 THE INKLINGS Writers and poets group. Readings and constructive comments. Fridays 1pm to 3pm. Black-E, Great George Street, Liverpool 1. Read or just listen! All welcome. Phone 07561 077377. THE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT & INFORMATION GROUP Informal meeting held on last Wed. in the month (except Dec) at Sunflowers Centre, 21 Aigburth Rd, L17 4JR. Separate meeting rooms available for partners and carers. For info 0151 726 8934 TICKET TO READ Ticket to Read, Woolton’s FREE community library, now has a Tea & Tales session on Mondays from 1.30 to 2.30. All are welcome to this reading group. Find Ticket to Read at the Simon Peter Centre on Church Road, Woolton, from 1.30 to 4pm on Mondays & Wednesdays. WILLS & POWER OF ATTORNEY Do you need a speaker for your group? If so then contact Gaynor Lanceley Solicitors at Paul Crowley & Co (West Derby) 0151 226 2020 WOMEN’S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a friendly group who meet every first Thursday of the month, 7.15pm, at Christ the King Parish Club, Score Lane, L16. New members most welcome! For info contact 07787 606636 or wichildwall@gmail. com. YOGA CLASSES At Garston Park Church Hall, Island Road, 10-12am and 7-9pm. All welcome. Relaxation, postures and some meditation. Ring June for more information - (0151) 486 3874
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Martin & Co are delighted to offer this newly refurbished two bed property situated in Wavertree, Liverpool. The property is ideally located for transport links and local amenities. The house is offered on a unfurnished basis and is available immediately.
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Martin & Co are delighted to offer this unfurnished apartment in the popular area of Speke. Close to all transport links and John Lennon Airport. The apartment benefits of two double bedrooms, modern large fitted bathroom, large open plan lounge and kitchen area. The kitchen is fully fitted, Early viewing is highly recommended.
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Martin & Co are delighted to offer for rent this beautiful three bedroom detached family home in Aintree. The property has gardens front and rear and off road parking for up to three cars.
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Martin & Co are delighted to offer this two bedroom terrace in the heart of the ''Bread Streets''. in brief the property has a through lounge dining area with laminate floor, fitted kitchen and downstairs fitted bathroom with shower over. to the first floor there are two double bedrooms.
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Well presented mid terraced property situated in a most popular area of Allerton. The property benefits, 3 bedrooms, fitted kitchen and family bathroom. The property is offered to let on an unfurnished basis and viewing is highly recommended. Available now.
L25
£500pcm
Martin & Co are delighted to offer this two bedroom apartment situated in the popular Woodsome Park development. The property comes with allocated parking. Early viewing is highly recommended.
L17
£550pcm
Martin & Co are delighted to offer this purpose built two bedroom apartment situated in Aigburth. The apartment benefits from secure allocated parking, two double bedrooms and two bathrooms. Ideally situated within easy walking distance to local amenities and close to major transport links.
L13
£565pcm
Martin & Co are pleased to offer this three bedroom ground floor apartment situated close to Wavertree Technology Park. The apartment is offered on an unfurnished basis and has been redecorated throughout. Ideally located close to major transport links, local amenities and within walking distance WTP.
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LAW FIRM REPORTS STRONG GROWTH IN PROPERTY MARKET LAW Firm Gregory Abrams Davidson LLP (GAD) has reported strong growth in its Residential and Commercial Property Conveyancing sector, just over 12 months after Stephen D Brine (Solicitors) joined as a trading name of the business. The move has proved to be very good timing following the green shoots of recovery in the residential property market over the past year which has seen house prices in popular areas of South Liverpool rise steadily over the period. Senior Partner, Gregory
Abrams, said: “Stephen D Brine are well established Solicitors in Liverpool and their Allerton Road location has enjoyed a well-deserved excellent reputation. “Stephen and his experienced Property Lawyers Martin Bracey, Linda Hamer, Helene Johnson and all the team at 24 Allerton Road are specialists in Residential Conveyancing and it’s a pleasure to work with them. “The strengthening of the department has enabled us to better serve our clients in the property market, especially in
South Liverpool.” Stephen D Brine added: “Joining as a trading name of GAD has enabled us to continue providing an efficient and excellent service. GAD’s investment in technology and in the office will reinforce our excellent track record in this area. “Our success has only come with dedication, building trust with landlords, businesses and of course the general public over many years. “The strength of both firms within the property market in South Liverpool has meant that our clients can now
“Stephen D Brine are well established Solicitors in Liverpool and their Allerton Road location has enjoyed a welldeserved excellent reputation.”
Gregory Abrams benefit not only from our property expertise right here on Allerton Road but also the wide range of legal services offered by Gregory Abrams Davidson”. GAD, with offices across Liverpool and in London,
has also recruited Garry Abrams, a highly qualified and experienced Property Lawyer and Property Auction Specialist with more than 20 years standing, to further bolster the team.
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Mountain bike good condition £40 Single bed plus mattress never used £70. Computer table good condition £20. Cluck lock for steering wheel £15. T: 0151 280 6681 Mahogany table round extends to oblong shape £75. Double fleece faux fur blanket cream and tan £20 T: 0151 733 1601
HP470 Mount field petrol lawn mower regularly serviced £50 M: 07532492873 Ladies dress suit size 12 light planet rust colour immaculate £10. Ladies suit marks and spencer’s £10 size 12/14 grey hardly worn. Man’s waterproof jacket brand new 44 regular £6. Light brown T: 0151 722 0623
Hitachi sound bar new £40 o.n .o. T: 0151 428 5930 Outboard boat engine Johnson 4HP 2 cylinder excellent condition hardly been used £130 o.n.o. T: 0151 428 6651 E.L.C. dolls house rose cottage all furniture and family as new cost £140 sell for £40. M. 07891243312
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SEFTON SUMMER SUNRISE? which completes a great first year in which hockey has been provided for nearly 200 youngsters. The major club awards will be presented at the Annual Dinner. The 4 nominees for the Ralph Owen Cup for Outstanding Service are Peter Kenyon (Men’s 1st team captain), Jenny Ratcliffe (National League and Young Umpire of the Year award-winner), Kenny Cooke (coach to the Men’s 1sts and 2nds, the Women’s 4ths & Sunday Junior teams) and James Cunliffe (for his sterling services to Junior Coaching). The winner of the Umpires’ Prize was second team goalkeeper Andy McCarroll. Sadly, we must bid farewell to some wonderful club stalwarts who are relocating elsewhere; umpire coordinator Rachel Kelly, social secretary Nick Hemus, free-scoring Jorge Sagnier (to FIFA in
By Bill Chambers
AS WE oil our cricket bats and think of suntans, the end of season review commences at Liverpool Sefton Hockey Club. The Women’s First Team look as though they will retain their National League status and, just as importantly, GB coach Pete Nicholson has agreed to remain with us next season. The Women’s 3rds will finish second and have reached the semi-finals of the Lancashire Cup. The Women’s 4ths and 5ths play each other in the Lancashire Cup so we are assured of at least one finalist! The all-conquering Women’s 4th team, led by Daisy Pepper, are champions but lost their penultimate match after a previously unbeaten year. The newly formed Juniors, led by Susie McFarlane, are representing us in the North of England Under 10s and Under 12s finals,
Pete Kenyon, first team captain and winner of the Ralph Owen Trophy 2016. Switzerland if they believe our references!) and Andy McCarroll. Thanks guys! Finally, we are to receive Sportivate funding which will help us provide Back to Hockey, Returners
to Hockey and Hooked on Hockey courses during the summer for those men and women, boys and girls who would like to start playing hockey or come back to hockey.
Crisis hit Croft look doomed as slump continues By Mick Titherington
West Everton Xavs 3, Stoneycroft 0 AN overcast day at Commercial Road provided a bleak backdrop to this vital relegation battle as both sides entered the match sitting at the wrong end of the Premier League table. Given the prize at stake an observer could have reasonably expected a hard fought contest with both sides fully committed; sadly the opposite was the case and what they got instead was a dreary 45 minutes of in-
ertia. The visitors lacked direction, character and quality and it was no surprise when WEX took the lead on the twenty minute mark. In a poor game it was the home side who showed the greater purpose and, with the exception of the excellent Callum Walker and the ever reliable Eddie Baker in the Croft side, the rest were largely anonymous. The introduction of substitutes Ryan Smith, Bruce Crombleholme and Ethan Doris did improve things for the away side, but not to the extent that
a fightback ever looked on the cards. The hosts added to their half-time lead and the failure to capitalise on some gilt-edged chances saw Croft condemned to another fruitless afternoon. Roma 2, Stoneycroft 0 Another day and another crucial encounter in the fight to avoid the drop. The positions of the two teams in the league table reflected the desperate situation both were in and for the Croft it was a chance to widen the gap between them and the
Croft skipper Eddie Baker has been in fine form despite his team’s poor showing. bottom club. In a match notable mainly for its lack of quality, it was always going to come down to who could take any chances that came their way. Croft had the better of the exchanges but
You can bank on River RIVER Juniors under-10s continued their good form since Christmas weekend against a strong Whiston Juniors side, winning 3-0 in the Merseyside and Halewood JFL. Goalkeeper Dan Jones was in great form and made some great saves in the first half and was a wall of safety setting the bedrock for a great win. This result saw River extend their lead at the top of the table. More recently saw the boys win an absolute cracker 6-5 against FC Tigers in the same league. Some uncharacteristic errors led to goals in the wrong end and some great
play led to the boys scoring some crackers at the other end. The Scotland Road JFL has also seen some good wins, with the boys beating East Liverpool 5-1 in the league and also North End 8-0 in the first round of the cup. The boys have also had some recent games against academies playing Airbus UK from Welsh Premier League in a 9 v 9 game which saw the boys win 6-2. Also, more recently, the team played Connahs Quay Nomads in an 8 v 8 game which ended in a 6-6 draw despite Adam Peters carrying on playing whilst not being
well with a virus. Well done Adam! River Juniors u10s were also invited up to Blackpool FC to play their academy under 10s. Despite the boys being left short on numbers due to unforeseen absences and withdrawals the boys left behind showed great team spirit to perform really well after going behind early on and scored some great goals in the second half, the final score being 13-8 on a smaller sized pitch with larger goals. Team: D. Jones, J. Storey, A. Peters, L. Roberts, H. Edgar, S. Smith, C. Trapasso, A. Trapasso, K. Ward, N. Doforo, T. Clayton.
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failed to take advantage and in the end they inevitably paid the price as the hosts were able to convert the two chances that came their way to take the spoils and give them hope of avoiding the drop. Croft’s troubles continue to mount and the club is in crisis mode. Although it is difficult to see where salvation may come from they now just need to concentrate on getting through the season, regroup and prepare for the new challenge in whatever division that proves to be.
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By Jim Stanway
A LAST-MINUTE winner from centre forward Cameron Dalton brought South Liverpool FC three vital points in their quest to retain the West Cheshire League first division title. Two goals down on the hour mark at local rivals Mossley Hill Athletic, South turned the game around in the last 20 minutes when three bold substitutions put Mossley Hill on the back foot. A back post header from Dalton and a finely crafted equaliser from substitute Andy Walker brought South level but it was the intervention of third sub James Thomas that really changed the game. The previous week, South also came back from a losing position to reach the final of the Liverpool County FA Challenge Cup with a 4-1 win over holders Eagle Sports from Warrington. After hitting the bar and missing a penalty, South fell behind early on but two rapid-fire goals from striker Alex Woodcock and another from leading scorer Cameron Dalton put South in a winning position by half-time. A towering header from Dalton sealed the tie in
the second half and South will now face Richmond Raith Rovers in the final on May 3. More league points came South’s way with a 9-2 away demolition of mid-table Capenhurst Villa, including a hat-trick from Dalton and doubles from Kevin Martin and Danny Ventre. That game and the following week’s encounter with Mallaby were both played at the superb new 3G facility at Ellesmere Port Sports Village. The latter game will almost certainly be awarded to South for, after taking an early lead through Dalton, Mallaby’s manager objected to a
player’s dismissal and took his players off the field with the game consequently being abandoned. He has subsequently been sacked by Mallaby and faces a lengthy ban from the game. After a lengthy gap without football due to the bad weather, South’s reserves have picked up some useful points in all three games played. A goalless draw at home to Prescot Cables Reserves was followed by a 1-1 draw at promotion candidates Kirkby Town Railway, with a goal from Chris Muies, and an excellent 2-0 home win over league leaders Hale Reserves with a well-
placed shot from skipper Neil Roach and a header from Andy Lloyd. South’s next Sportsman’s Evening will be held on Saturday, April 16 at the Highfield Social Club (on the corner of Queens Drive & East Prescot Road). The event starts at 7.30pm and the speakers are former referee Jeff Winter and award-winning local comedian Adam Rowe. Tickets are priced at £25 each and can be obtained from Jim Stanway (07858 329277) or Martin Ryman (07841 431936). All profits from the evening will go towards South’s ground development fund.
Action from a recent South Liverpool game.
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