Issue 92 – February 2015
PIRATES AHOY! By Stephen Guy THEY were the scourge of the seas who pillaged ships and waterfront communities in their endless quest for treasure and wealth. Pirates have entered folklore as swashbuckling buccaneers on the high seas but in reality most came to a sticky end. Blackbeard was probably the most notorious. His real name was Edward Teach and was given his nickname because of his fearsome facial hair which enhanced his ferocious appearance. He and his shipmates terrorised the West Indies and North American coast before he was killed in a skirmish resisting arrest in 1718. William Kidd enriched himself robbing galleons before he was caught and hanged. Captain Kidd’s Treasure is said
to be still waiting to be discovered. Another infamous pirate, Captain Avery, apparently escaped retribution. He struck around the Red Sea before fleeing to the West Indies with his treasure. Despite a huge price on his head he disappeared without trace. Anne Bonny, Mary Read and Calico Jack made up a terrible threesome on the waves. When their pirate ship was attacked by a government sloop in 1720, the two women put up a fierce fight while the rest of the crew cowered in fear. Privateering was legal piracy – privately-owned armed vessels commissioned for war service by the government. The 400-ton Mentor commanded by Captain John Dawson was just one of around 120 privateers operating out of Liverpool.
She was not an obvious choice for such work, said to be clumsy and lopsided, but was knocked into shape and came up trumps. Bristling with 28 guns and crewed by 102 men, she engaged and seized the unarmed French treasure ship Carnatic. Captain Dawson and Peter Baker, the owner of the Mentor, used part of the plunder to buy a country estate in Mossley Hill and built a mansion that became known as Carnatic Hall, later rebuilt but demolished in 1964. The pirate ship Jolly Roger was an attraction for many
years on Sefton Park’s lake (pictured). The reduced-scale ship, made from a modified Cunard lifeboat, was fully rigged and boasted small cannons. She was originally watched over by sculptor Sir George Frampton’s Peter Pan Statue, unveiled in 1928. The Jolly Roger has long gone to Davy Jones’s locker but Peter Pan is still in the park, by the Palm House. I Learn more about Liverpool’s seafaring history at the Merseyside Maritime Museum, Albert Dock, open 10 am to 5 pm every day, admission free.
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By Stephen Guy Footpaths tempted people to explore the countryside when money was short and few had cars. Walking is an inexpensive pleasure and the period between two world wars saw the growth of a mass outdoor pursuits movement. Books and newspaper articles suggested walks to be followed by readers. Others bought maps and created their own routes or simply wandered the paths and lanes seeing what would turn up. In the 1920s there were excellent public transport links to outlying areas. Cheshire Lines ran trains to stations at Childwall and Gateacre while trams and buses criss-crossed the growing suburbs. Druids’ Cross was a popular start for many rambles. The cross roads were named after the ancient Calder Stones surrounded by railings outside the park (pictured). The description of a walk from Allerton to Grassendale from this era makes fascinating reading nearly a century later. “In the shelter of Beech Lane, which stretches down from the terminus of the Calderstones car, the air was mild.” The writer crosses the park by the Allerton Oak and mansion house before reaching Allerton Road. Further on he comes to a wetland area called Forty Pits – “a bowery wilderness intersected by a chain of small lakes winding to and fro among the branches. “A boy who was swinging on a gate told me that the hollow was called The Place of a Hundred Lakes. “The stillness of this place is remarkable. The frozen water is no more quiet than the wood. Two swans sheltering in the dry brushwood seemed to be carved in marble.” Walkers are urged to look for a footpath signposted To Greenhill Road. “Soon after crossing a little brook you are in Greenhill Road but you cross it to continue along a pathway winding by a farmyard. “This takes you along easily enough by quiet ways and past a group of cottages. “Crossing a railway bridge and Mossley Hill Road you find a further path called Holmfield Road and by following this you soon reach Grassendale and the Aigburth cars.” However, walkers are advised to continue on to the river – this was long before the construction of Otterspool Promenade. “Its best ending is by a quiet stroll along the shore under what was Otterspool Hall to St Michael’s Station.” Learn more about the history of Liverpool at the Museum of Liverpool, Pier Head, open 10am to 5pm every day, admission free.
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Winter Warmer concentrates on keeping our elderly safe and warm
WINTER WARMERS IN CHILDWALL Winter Warmer Event – Friday February 6 2015 St David’s Church, Rocky Lane, Childwall, Liverpool, L16 1JA THE Friday Morning Community Café at St David’s Church, Childwall has run successfully for over two years and the success of this has motivated the church to look at opportunities to expand its community facilities. With the help of Childwall Ward Councillors Jeremy Wolfson, Ruth Hirschfield and Frank Hont, the Friday Morning Café will now include a monthly event, on the first Friday of each month, for the benefit of the local community. The first event takes place on Friday February 6 2015 (10am-12
noon). At this time of year it’s important for everyone to stay warm, especially the elderly and infirm, so we will concentrate on keeping warm and getting the best value out of the fuel used during winter time. As well as helpful advice there will be some packs to take away for practical use to help keep warm and using resources well. Rev Robert Williams, Vicar of St Davids, Childwall said: “When we decided to start the Friday café at St David’s, we did so with the vision in mind of using the church facilities as a place where people could meet socially as well as a place that could be used as a meeting point where information could be accessed. “Working together with the Childwall Ward councillors, who have
given us their full support, we hope that this new resource will be supported by members of the local community and beyond.” In future months the Friday Morning Cafe are planning to feature dementia awareness, the credit union and debt, and the practical use of computers where people in the community are feeling excluded in their everyday life. Councillor Wolfson said: “It is very important that we ensure that elderly and vulnerable people in our community are kept safe and warm throughout the winter. “As ward councillors we have fully supported the Friday café as it is a great way of providing information and support and I would encourage local residents to take advantage of it.”
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Rotary club says thanks for carol wagon donations THANKS to the generosity of the people of South Liverpool, the Rotary Club of Liverpool Garston raised the marvellous sum of £6,909.65 this Christmas for Rotary and local charities. Our walks in the Haileybury Road, South Station Road, Garston Old Road, Linkstor Road, Whitehedge Road, Rose Lane/The Dales, Cressington Heath and Melbreck Road areas raised £3,905.40.
Our static collections at local supermarkets raised at Tesco Woolton £1,214.30, Tesco Mather Avenue £1,405.54 and ASDA Hunts Cross £384.41. A big thank you to all those whose donations, large and small, helped raise such a large sum. Our thanks also to Tesco Woolton, Tesco Mather Avenue and ASDA Hunts Cross for their help to Liverpool Garston Rotary
Club over the festive season. If you would like to know more about Rotary in South Liverpool or would wish to consider joining Liverpool Garston Rotary Club contact: Club Secretary, Elaine Kerr (07837 961030; email: elainejkerr@hotmail.co.uk) or Club Membership Chair, Lynn Gee (07979 233432; email: lynngee49@yahoo.com) or check out our website: www.liverpoolgarston.rotary1 180.org
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Library gets by with a little help from its friends FRIENDS of Garston Library is a local group set up to support Garston Library and to provide literary activities of all types. Each year they run a Children’s Writing Competition for prose and poetry open to local schools and members of the public. This year the entries were of a very high standard and the prizes were presented by the Lord Mayor Coun Erica Kemp. Everyone is welcome to attend their meetings and you are encouraged to make suggestions about anything you would like to see. Previous events have featured the works of various published authors in prose and poetry and have covered everything from local history and detective fiction to local poets and the works of Carol Ann Duffy, the Poet Laureate. So if you are interested in reading, writing, or just listening do get in touch at Friends-of-garstonlibrary@hotmail.co.uk. Events are advertised in this paper and on http://friendsofgarstonlibrary. blogspot.co.uk/.
Friends of Garston Library Children’s writing competition prize winners with the Lord Mayor, who presented the prizes. From left to right: Emily Gillet, Lord Mayor (Coun Erica Kemp), Harriet Paes, Paula Keaveney (Chairperson). Photograph by Bill Cooke If you send them an email, they will keep you informed of all their activities.
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STRANGE TALES
PHONING A FRIEND ... By Anton Valdemart IT CLUNG like a big black beetle on the wall, slightly intimidating with an air of the unexpected. Mrs Dalrymple was frightened of it from the start with the mere sight of the black squat presence sending a chill down her spine. “Don’t be alarmed, Annie, this is the future,” said her husband Theo in reassuring tones. Bellows the housekeeper was
equally apprehensive, as were the two housemaids and nanny. Poppy, on the other hand, was delighted. The six-yearold’s blue eyes sparkled when she saw the telephone. She was a carefree, imaginative child with blonde curls whose tinkling laugh endeared her to everyone. Theo was proud of his latest acquisition. This was 1893 and new technologies were making everything appear possible. He had a fresh set of visiting cards printed, prominently displaying the words “Telephone West Derby 19”.
Theo, a prosperous cotton broker, had the phone installed mainly for business purposes as very few people had one at home Mrs Dalrymple almost had a seizure when it rang for the first time. It was Bellows’ job to answer the phone, which she did nervously. It was – naturally – for Theo, who visibly preened himself as he discussed bales of cotton and shipment dates with a colleague. One evening the couple heard Poppy talking excitedly in the hall. Continued on Page 7
‘Poppy, on the other hand, was delighted. The six-year-old’s blue eyes sparkled when she saw the telephone. She was a carefree, imaginative child with blonde curls whose tinkling laugh endeared her to everyone’
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Continued from Page 6 Mrs Dalrymple looked out and saw her daughter talking animatedly on the phone.She had to smile. Poppy was standing on a seat with the receiver pressed to her ear. Every few seconds she would stand on her toes and murmur something into the speaking tube.“Poppy’s playing one of her games,” Mrs Dalrymple whispered. Theo took a quick look and chuckled. They made no comment
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when Poppy came back into the drawing room and resumed her reading. The following evening she was back on the phone but this time was more forthcoming. “I’ve been talking to Teddy the Gnome – he was phoning from the woods,” she enthused. Her parents smiled knowingly at each other. “Teddy’s so happy he’s been able to phone someone. “He lives under a big tree with his mama and papa. They
had their phone put in the same day as ours.” Theo cleared his throat and stifled a smile: “Do I know his father?” Then he played along with Poppy: “Have I seen him in town? Perhaps he is in my club.” “No, he’s a woodcutter,” replied Poppy in a matter-offact voice. Mrs Dalrymple was aware that she must instil social values into her child. “Darling – are you sure these are our sort
of … people?” “Oh yes Teddy likes running around and playing just like me,” replied Poppy innocently. Next day there was a knock on the door – as it was a Sunday Mrs Dalrymple answered it. A small boy with a runny nose, dirty green coat and hat spattered with moss and lichen, stood looking up at her. “Is Poppy coming out to play?” I Read my next Strange Tale – Hunt the Slipper – in the March Link.
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Helpers stunned by Sheila’s death Sheila Harding Charity Worker at Garston Animal Rescue Helpers were stunned by the death on Sunday 11 January of their friend and colleague, Sheila Harding, following a tragic road accident two days earlier. Sheila was an exceptional person who knew instinctively how to calm distressed animals. She came in every single Sunday come rain or shine to help out.
She had a natural love of animals and people and would regularly step in at short notice to take care of a problem. 99% of the telephone calls we receive are from the public wanting our help to take in an animal. It has only been possible to run this rescue because of people like Sheila. We’ve no idea how we’ll cope without her. Sheila has left behind her husband Eddy, her sister Pauline and family, as well as
her many friends from the Rescue, St Austin’s Church, United Biscuits, not to mention 'her boys' i.e. her beautiful rescue cats Frankie and Homer. I am proud to have known her and am devastated at this huge loss. My thoughts go out to her husband Eddy and family at this very sad time. Nancy Lindsay Garston Animal Rescue Tel 07745 167170
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Be clear and confident for 2015 be fitter and slimmer, think like a fitter and slimmer person. Last month I spoke about doing hot yoga and how it has helped me to get a better mindset and expect better things to come my way. Whether it is yoga, doing EFT (some great videos on You Tube by Brad Yates), or doing meditation, do whatever ever it takes to get the right mindset for success
By Paul Coshott HAPPY New Year to you all! Haha, it might sound a little strange me saying that, with this being the LINK’s February edition, but as I write this we are still in the second week of January. This is a time when people start thinking about what they want to achieve or happen this year, so I'm going to give you 3 quick tips, which hopefully will help you think about a desired outcome 1. Be clear about what you want. We can talk about wanting to get fitter, earn more money, move house or go on a great holiday etc., but why? Why do you want these things? What will happen once you've got them or done them?
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GOLDSMITH WILLIAMS GIVES GARDEN THE GOLDEN TOUCH! LIVERPOOL law firm Goldsmith Williams, who are celebrating thirty years of legal service this year, have marked the occasion by creating a sensory garden for a nursing home in Merseyside. Operated by Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton, The Hamlets at Mersey Parks specialises in mental health care for older people. Located in Dingle, Liverpool, the home accommodates people aged over 50 with complex and challenging functional mental health conditions, enabling them to live independent and fulfilling lives. Already offering a wide range of therapies and activities to improve the wellbeing of the residents, this new sensory garden creates an outdoor space which is both therapeutic and recreational. Residents at The Hamlets joined Liverpool Councillor Claire Glare, the team from Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton and from Goldsmith Williams at the official opening of the garden on Thursday 27th November. The ceremony began with a planting of the final shrub in the garden before a champagne toast to celebrate the opening. Speaking on behalf of Age Concern
From left to right, Elaine Middleton – HR Manager for ACL&S Tommy Gillson – Long term resident Sean O’Hare – deputy Manager of The Hamlets Councillor Claire Glare Linda Cummings – Head of Wills & Probate at Goldsmith Williams Solicitors Elsie Cliff – Trustee at ACL&S Dil Daly – CEO of ACL&S Liverpool & Sefton, Dil Daly the CEO of Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton said, ‘Over the last year or so we have forged a close link and successful partnership with Goldsmith Williams – a local firm of solicitors who have been providing legal services such as Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney to local older people, and their services can be accessed through us. When they offered us a generous donation we immediately thought of using it to fund this project. Older adults with mental health issues are an often overlooked part of society and this garden will be a
much loved outside space for the residents of The Hamlets.’ Linda Cummins, Head of Wills and Probate said: “2014 has been a very special year for Goldsmith Williams because we’ve celebrated thirty years of delivering legal services. As part of our year-long celebration of this milestone we wanted to support a worthy cause and since we have a close relationship with Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton we’ve decided to fund the sensory garden. “It’s great to see today how the residents are already benefiting from it!”
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JAZZ CONCERT THE Savoy Jazzmen will be appearing at the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 3rd February between 2-4pm. Admission costs £5.00 which includes light refreshments. Come and hear Dixieland music at its best. Further details from Peter Swensson. 0151 722 1478
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CHARITY NEEDS DAFFODIL HELPERS CAN YOU spare some time? Marie Curie Cancer Care is appealing for people in Merseyside to donate some time from January to March, to help prepare for the Great Daffodil Appeal. The appeal is Marie Curie’s biggest fundraiser which encourages everyone to give a donation and wear a daffodil pin in March. The charity not only needs volunteer collectors to encourage people in the local community to wear a daffodil pin and give a donation during March, but also volunteers to coordinate collections in their local areas. The money raised will help Marie Curie Nurses to provide more free care to local people with a terminal illness in the Marie Curie Hospice, Liverpool. Colette Byrne, Community Fundraiser for Marie Curie in Merseyside said: “We need peo-
ple who like organising and can be available for their local collection weekend to act as a first port of call for collectors in their area. “We are looking for people from all over Merseyside to come forward and get involved to help make the Great Daffodil Appeal 2015, a greater success.” If you’re interested in volunteering for Marie Curie’s Great Daffodil Appeal to be a collection organiser, then please call Colette on 0151 801 1405 or email colette.byrne@ mariecurie.org.uk To volunteer to collect for Marie Curie Cancer Care and support the Great Daffodil Appeal call 0151 801 1405 or 0845 601 3107] or visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/daffodil. To access a Marie Curie Nurse, speak to your GP or district nurse. For more information, please visit: www.mariecurie.org.uk.
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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ 1. In what year did the Queensway (Birkenhead) Mersey Tunnel first open? (a) 1926 (b) 1930 (c) 1934? 2. In what year did the Kingsway (Wallasey) Mersey Tunnel first open? (a) 1967 (b) 1971 (c) 1975? 3. In what year did the Liverpool One shopping centre open?
(a) 2008 (b) 2010 (c) 2012? 4. On what motorway would you find the “Blackburn with Darwen” service area? (a) M61 (b) M65 (c) M66? 5. What was the first name of the famous British explorer Captain Cook (b.1728-d. 1779)? (a) James (b) John
(c) Joseph? 6. Which film star was married to Ali McGraw from 1973 to 1978? (a) Clint Eastwood (b) Steve McQueen (c) Paul Newman? 7. What nationality was the composer Edward Elgar? (a) English (b) German (c) Norwegian? 8. In which U. S. state is the city
of San Diego? (a) California (b) New Mexico (c) Texas? 9. What is the official language of Liechtenstein? (a) Dutch (b) French (c) German? 10. Who wrote the “Jeeves and Wooster” books? (a) Charles Dickens (b) Graham Greene (c) P G Wodehouse?
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FEBRUARY has come round again and, as usual, the 14th will bring both delight and despair to lovers everywhere. But who exactly was Valentine? And why does this particular saint cause more havoc than Cupid all these centuries later? The answer is that we can only guess at his real identity, and that he is probably a composite of several early Christian martyrs. What we do know, though, is that February has long been a month connected with romance and St. Valentine has been connected with both. One legend says that Valentine was a priest (3rd Rome AD Claudius II). The emperor believed that marriage distracted too many young men from their military obligation, but Valentine continued to solemnize marriage in spite of the ban and was put to death, so becoming the patron saint of lovers. Other versions have Valentine as the saviour of imprisoned Christians, or even as a prisoner
himself. The story goes that the gaoler's daughter used to visit him, and before he was martyred, he sent her a letter - ‘from your Valentine’. So we may never be sure of his true identity, but we do know that he was sympathetic, heroic, and, above all, romantic. Other possibilities are that the date commemorates his death (in about 270AD), and that naming the saint’s day was an attempt to ‘Christianize’ the pagan Lupercalia festival, in which the Romans celebrated the start of Spring. This was when, in addition to a lot of ‘Spring-cleaning’, they performed fertility rites to Faunus the God of Agriculture and remembered Romulus and Remus, who founded Rome. The name ‘Lupercalia’ is a reminder that the twins were reared by the she-wolf. Part of the festivities involved young men and women placing their names in a large urn and, in the ‘lottery’ which followed, lads picked names from the urn; the result was couples pairing up for a year, which frequently resulted in marriage. Around 478AD, Pope Gelasius put a stop to the lottery and declared 14th February St.
Valentine’s Day. By the Middle Ages, Valentine was one of the most popular saints in England and France, and it may be that their belief was that February 14th was the day the birds chose their mates, the idea that mid-February was an ideal time for romance. The oldest known Valentine in existence is believed to be a poem, now in the British Library, written by Charles, Duke d’Orleans to his wife while he was in the Tower of London after his defeat at Agincourt. Several years later, King Henry V hired a writer called John Lydgate to compose a Valentine note to Catherine de Valois. In Britain the saint’s feast day began to be popular from the seventeenth century and, by the mid eighteenth century, all social classes had acquired the charming habit of exchanging small tokens of affection or handwritten notes to lovers or friends. The Nineteenth Century saw mass-produced printed cards coming into fashion and with a cheaper, more reliable postal service, the practice of sending ‘Valentine’ cards spread throughout Europe and America. The current estimate is that 1 billion Valentine cards are sent each year, making Valentine's Day the second-biggest card-seller of the year, only eclipsed by Christmas. So it seems that love really is, as the old song says ‘The oldest and the latest thing’. Happy Valentine's Day to all!
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Ones to watch ... Here are Mersey Gig Guide’s “Ones to Watch” for February: Sunday 1st Rae Morris The Kazimier, 7pm, £11.00 Thursday 5th Julian Cope Epstein Theatre, 7.30pm, £25.00 Tuesday 10th The Staves Arts Club (Seel St), 7pm, £12.50 Friday 13th Dr Strangelove (Classic Rock covers), Swinging Arm, Birkenhead, 9pm, FREE ENTRY Friday 13th & Saturday 14th Love Folk Festival The Atkinson, Southport – times vary Gigs from £10, Full Festival Ticket £36 Friday 20th Jeremiah Ferrari (recently supported UB40, Madness and The Wailers)
The Zoo Bar, St Helens, 8pm, FREE ENTRY For Merseyside’s complete gig listings, band profiles, features & more visit: www.merseygigguide.co.uk Tickets are available from the
Mersey Gig Guide website – search for the gig by band name or date. To include your gig in The LINK next month, email nic@merseygigguide.com
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Happy Valentine’s ... single or not! HELLO everyone and welcome to February! This month means only one thing to me and that’s Valentine’s Day! I love Valentines’s ... single or not! I just like the idea of a day of love (even though a lot of people think it’s a con!). I think it’s a nice way to show appreciation towards loved ones. Whether it’s your dog in my case (Daisy), your mum, your bezzies or your actual boyfriend/girlfriend. I like the fact it’s a day full of love even if it’s just with your friends. I thought I would help you all by making my own Valentine’s Day gift guide. Even if you haven’t anyone to buy for I think you should still always buy yourself something!!!
Above: If in doubt, every fella’s fav is a nice little sexy lingerie number. I love this Marlena Balconette Bra reduced to £26 and Marlena Brazilian brief for £14.00 by Ann Summers who I recently did a shoot for. http://www.annsummers.com
Left: Perfume – for my birthday I was bought a bottle of Love & Tears by Kilian which is just amazing. In my opinion it’s like the ladies version of Aventus by Creed. http://www.harveynichols.com £175
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Every girl loves candles (I have them in every room!) and some have still not even been lit! You can get gorgeous ones by The White Company and Boux Avenue. Also, Jo Malone are the most pricey but nicest but it really depends on what your budget is. www.jomalone.co.uk
Now both Elemis and Espa products are my absolute fav, as you will know if you know me well! I adore these bath/body oils and you have the most amazing sleep after using the Soothing one. http://www.espas kincare.com
Chocolates, wine and flowers are the most popular. I love the Thorntons Continental selection washed down with a bottle of SB (Sauvignon Blanc)
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FRENCH COOKING ... Sylviane’s Spinach and Pumpkin gratin By Marilyn Mckenna You can use pumpkin or any type of squash for this recipe (butternut, etc) and fresh or frozen spinach 500 gr pumpkin cut into approx one inch squares 500 gr spinach 1 egg 1 or 2 tablespoons thick fresh cream
Handful of breadcrumbs (use stale bread and blitz in blender or crush in a freezer bag) 30 gr grated parmesan 1 or 2 cloves garlic according to taste Salt and pepper Cook the pumpkin either by steaming the chunks, cooking in oven or frying in a little butter/oil until soft. Mash roughly with a fork Cook spinach by steaming or just letting fresh spinach melt in a pan with a little butter, add garlic and breadcrumbs. The breadcrumbs will absorb the excess moisture one always gets with spinach. When I use frozen I just let it defrost and don’t bother cooking it as it will cook quickly in the oven Add the beaten egg and cream to the pumpkin and a little parmesan. Spread the spinach in an ovenproof dish and cover with the mixture of marrow/egg/cream Sprinkle some parmesan over the top and cook in the oven (180° gas 6) for about 25-30 mins This can be eaten as a vegetarian dish or as an accompaniment to all sorts of meat or fish Bon Appétit!
HOSPICE’S 20TH YEAR BUSINESS CHALLENGE Zoë’s Place Baby Hospice is celebrating its 20th Birthday this year. To aid in the celebrations they are launching a new initiative for businesses across Merseyside, Cheshire and Wirral to work together to raise the equivalent of 20 days care. This exciting new initiative has been funded by a local philanthropist, the aim being to encourage businesses and their employees to use their entrepreneurial skills to substantially increase an original investment of £250. The initiative is running from February 2015 (the official 20th anniversary) and any funds must be handed in by 30 September 2015. Organisations that take part can be of any size and start at any time between the two dates. The team which raises the most money at the end of the given period will win an interactive treasure hunt around Liverpool for an unlimited amount of
teams donated by Wild Goose (www.huntthegoose.co.uk). Zoë’s Place newly-appointed Corporate and Events Fundraiser Samantha Lee points out the benefits of such a scheme to local businesses: “This type of initiative can be really beneficial for businesses in terms of staff morale and team building. “It is becoming more and more popular for businesses to integrate charity work with employee development. “The Hospice’s costs are rising year on year and by working together we will continue to run the Hospice for another 20 years and more”. For more information about the initiative please call Samantha on 0151 228 0353 or 07815 552886. Alternatively, email Samantha.lee@zoesplace.org.uk or look at http://www.zoesplace.org.uk/liverpool/fundraising-and-events/corporate/
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New Year, new managing director for Sutton Kersh
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ames Kersh has been appointed Managing Director at Sutton Kersh. James, who has worked for Sutton Kersh for over 20 years within their commercial and auctions departments, commented; “I am delighted to have been offered this position within the family business and to be given the opportunity to follow in my father’s footsteps. With Paul Sutton now standing as Group Chairman, and the invaluable experience I have gained from my father, Stewart Kersh, this provides an excellent grounding for the role.’’ Sutton Kersh has been established for nearly 40 years, specialising in residential sales and lettings, auctions, commercial and surveys and valuations. They are now also providing a specialist service of lease enfranchisement.
Stewart Kersh (James’ father) originally set up the business which was based on Stanley Street in Liverpool. It has since branched out, not only covering the city centre but the whole of Liverpool, and is continuously growing in both market share and the number of staff. “We have many plans to extend and improve our services, we will continue to invest in our people and have already made two strategic acquisitions this year in our Valuation and Professional Services Department and our Auction team” said James Kersh. Last year Sutton Kersh sold over 1524 properties through residential sales and auctions, let over 520 properties and sold and let over 112 commercial properties, and are looking to further their success throughout Liverpool this year.
Calderstones Grove, Booker Avenue,Allerton, L18 Rosefield Road Woolton L25 Waylands Drive L25 £215,000 £159,950 Prices Start at £65,000 for a 50% share THREE BEDROOM semi detached property set in a popular area NEW TO THE MARKET!!!
Leasehold, Brand New Year, Brand New Apartment!!! Get onto the property ladder in 2015 with this fantastic shared ownership opportunity in Allerton. Prices start from just £65,000. Andrew Louis are pleased to offer for sale apartments on the ground & first floor, at the new Calderstones Grove development situated ideally on Booker Avenue. Newly built and offering a very good specification throughout the apartments are well worth a look! All are a good size affording 2 bedrooms; one with fitted mirrored wardrobes, an open plan lounge and fully equipped kitchen & bathroom with shower. Further benefits include electric heating, double glazing, some with balconies and 2 x parking spaces. There is secure entry and lift access to all floors. For further information contact Andrew Louis 0151 330 5350
of Woolton. The property benefits from great transport links, EXCELLENT SCHOOL CATCHMENT area, local shops and is within walking distance of Woolton Village. The property comprises of; Entrance hall, lounge, and kitchen with dining area. To the upper floors there are three bedrooms and a family bathr o o m . L A R G E GARDEN TO REAR with the potential to extend subject to planning. D o u b l e glazed and gas central heating. Available with NO CHAIN. Check out this property via our TV link. EPC - D 60% For further information contact Whitegates Woolton on 0151 428 1357
Riffel Lodge, Woolton Park L25 Sutton Kersh are delighted to offer for a rare opportunity to purchase "Riffel Lodge" a stunning corner positioned detached coach house situated in the popular and desirable Woolton Park. Boasting many original features throughout, this grade II listed building offers accommodation over two floors. This property has a welcoming reception hall, downstairs WC a formal lounge offering through access into a further sitting room or study area. There is also a formal dining room with further access into a modern fitted kitchen. The first floor features an attractive landing
offering storage space in addition to two well proportioned double bedrooms, the second bedroom boasting further storage, and modern fitted shower room. The property has decadent gardens, off road parking, driveway and access to the garage and car port. The rear garden features a lawn with decadent mature well stocked attractive boarders, further patio areas and potting shed. Viewing is highly recommended to appreciate the beauty of this property. Call Sutton Kersh Allerton 0151 734 0666 today.
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As agents, BE Property Services are delighted to offer for sale this four bedroom semi-detached property located in the popular residential area of Woolton L25. Positioned in a quiet location close to local amenities this modern property boasts: hallway, dining room, lounge, and a kitchen/diner. To the first floor there are four good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally the property benefits from a front garden with a driveway for off road parking and rear gardens. If you wish to view this property please contact BE PROPERTY SERVICES, WOOLTON VILLAGE 0151 428 1769.
Lyndhurst Avenue, Allerton L18 £1300pcm
Martin and Co are delighted to offer for rent this 4 Bed Detached House, Very Well Presented, Large Rear Garden, Located in Mossley Hill. Further details Martin and Co on 0151 428 6922
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The hidden dangers of the first barbecue in your new home by Ian Sturgess (Gregory Abrams Davidson, Solicitors) It is safe to say that most buyers expect the legal ‘niceties’ of the conveyancing process to be undertaken as a matter of course by their Solicitor. Hence law firms have to differentiate themselves from each other through the ‘added value’ they provide in the presentation of their service, the use of modern forms of communication and, crucially, in the supplemental advice that is provided beyond the individual purchase itself. It is this latter point that all too often becomes ‘lost’ in the lead up to a completion – at this point, the practicalities of co-ordinating a sale and purchase, organising removals, securing time off work and, most importantly, ensuring that completion takes place on Friday in anticipation of the family barbecue arranged for the coming Sunday, take priority in the minds of many buyers! It is not surprising then that the new homeowner often pays only cursory heed to their Solicitor’s ‘ramblings’ before and after completion about Joint Tenancies,Trusts and, most importantly, Wills.Yet these issues are fundamental to anyone purchasing what will be the greatest (and most expensive) financial investment of their lives. It is assumed by many that a Will is unnecessary if a couple are married.This is a completely flawed assumption.
Upon death, the Intestacy Rules (set by Parliament) will dictate who inherits if you have not made a Will. A spouse will often only inherit part of their deceased partner’s wealth and the survivor can even find themselves having to ‘buy back’ part of the matrimonial home from the children. Should an unmarried couple purchase together then even greater problems arise – the Intestacy Rules do not recognise their relationship whatsoever.The concept of ‘common law spouse’ is a term of art utilised by newspapers and has no legal basis.You may live together as a couple, but you inherit nothing from each other unless you have specifically provided for such a situation within a properly drafted Will. Of increasing concern for a growing number of couples purchasing together (whether married or not) is ensuring that each party’s share of the property is ‘ring fenced’ and protected for children from a current or previous relationship and / or protected generally against potential future care home fees.When signing the Transfer Deed to place Legal Title of a new home into your joint names, the legal terms ‘Joint Tenancy’ and ‘Tenancy in Common’ will have been raised with you by your Solicitor.You are required to choose one, but all too often, the future legal implications are not thought through when making the selection.
Under a Joint Tenancy, property automatically passes to the surviving co-owner immediately upon first death, whereas under a Tenancy in Common, each party owns a distinct and separate ‘share’ – this ‘share’ is controlled by their Will or the Intestacy Rules. The ‘simplicity’ of the Joint Tenancy is often illusory. Permitting a property to pass automatically to your spouse under a Joint Tenancy prevents you from controlling the destination of your 50% share – such control is essential in the context of second marriages as otherwise the entire value of the property could be ‘lost’ to your spouse’s own children from their first relationship (or to any new partner they form a relationship with in the future). Even more unpredictable are the consequences of a fatal accident which kills both partners.Technical property rules could result in the younger of the two of you being deemed to survive the older.The younger would then be solely entitled to the home and the financial value of the property would pass solely to the beneficiaries of the younger without any reference to the family of the older co-owner – a result based solely upon the arbitrary nature of dates of birth! Furthermore, the Land Registry itself will not wish to trouble itself over any agreement that a couple may have in
relation to ownership. Often, financial contributions will be unequal - both in terms of any deposit paid and future contributions to mortgage payments. When a couple purchase, the last thought on their mind is the possible failure of the relationship – it is only if such an event should occur that the parties start declaring what they ‘understood’ the financial agreement has always been. Each will have their own opinion and, in most cases, these opinions will be diametrically opposed. It is essential to remember that, at the end of the day, the purchase is a financial investment. As in medicine, prevention is better than a cure. Most couples wish to
ensure that they each provide for the other’s future security, whilst at the same time protecting an inheritance for their children and avoiding the loss of their largest asset to the care home system. A modest amount of additional legal costs now can save substantial sums of money in the future.You owe it to your children to put these issues at the top of your list of priorities rather than concentrating solely upon placing the next burger on the Barbie! Ian Sturgess Senior Solicitor - Head of Probate & Private Client Gregory Abrams Davidson LLP 123 Penny Lane, Liverpool L18 1DF Direct Tel: 0151 522 5772
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YEWBARROW, ACREFIELD ROAD, WOOLTON
HEDINGHAM CLOSE HALEWOOD VILLAGE
TUDOR ROAD, HUNTS CROSS
Four bed semi-detached property Conservatory Games room with bar Available with no chain – EPC D – 57%
4 bed detached property Attached Garage Master bedroom with ensuite and dressing room. Conservatory – EPC D – 67%
Extended four bedroom semi detached property, Located in popular area of Hunts Cross Garage, early viewing is recommended EPC - E 45%
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Three bedroom mews style property Detached garage Ground floor W.C. EPC-D-57%
Three bedroom detached property Sizeable south facing garden with well stocked borders Gas central heating and double glazing No chain. EPC Rating: E-45%
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WHITNEY ROAD, LIVERPOOL
BLAKEACRE ROAD, HALEWOOD
Three bedroom semi-detached property Large reception/Conservatory Open plan for off road parking EPC Rating - D 64%
Three bedroom mid-town property Well maintained and close to Woolton Village Driveway to front for off road parking and large garden to rear. Ideal for the first time buyers. EPC- D 66%
Three bedroom property Utility room, loft room Available with NO CHAIN. EPC- E-50%
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DAMSON ROAD, NETHERLEY
Three bedroom terrace Ideal first time buyer Rear garden open aspect EPC - C 72%
Two bed end of terrace property Immaculate condition Gardens, Double glazing and central heating EPC – TBC
A well presented three bedroom terraced property Beautiful gardens to front and rear Off road parking EPC - D 64%
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MILLWOOD ROAD, SPEKE
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Retirement apartment for the over 60's One bedroom 1st floor apartment Guest bedroom suite EPC - B 82%
Well presented three bedroom terraced property Fitted wardrobes to all bedrooms Gardens to rear and off road parking to front EPC - D 64%
Two bedroom ground floor apartment An ideal home for over 55s Available with no chain EPC – tbc
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OAKWOOD CLOSE, BELLE VALE
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Shared ownership 25% with Regenda Housing Two bedroom semi detached bungalow AVAILABLE WITH NO CHAIN EPC – TBC
Two bedroom semi bedroom bungalow, Fitted bedroom furniture Aimed at the over 55's 50% Shared ownership EPC- D 63%
Shared ownership 25% with Regenda Housing Two bedroom bungalow AVAILABLE WITH NO CHAIN EPC - E 39%
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4 Bed Detached property, Drive way to front, Garden to rear, En Suite Facilities, Double Garage.
4 Bed Detached Proeprty, Drive way to front, Rear Garden, Bright Hallway with ground floor wc, Master Bedroom with En Suite, Garage
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3 Bed detached property, New build, en suite to master bedroom, landscaped garden and close to local amenities and transport links.
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2 Bed apartment, Parking available, fitted kitchen and a good size and bright lounge.
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2 Bed end terrace property, Conveniently located off Picton Road, within easy reach of many local facilities and amenities.
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£675pcm 3 Bed SemiDetached Property, Well Presented, Spacious open plan lounge/dining room
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3 Bed Town House, Rear Garden, Secure Parking.
2 Bed Apartment, Fully Furnished, Communal Garden, Spacious Living
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3 Bed Terraced House, Fully Refurbished, Rear Garden, Front Drive.
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3 Bed Cottage, Private Garden with patio area, Stunning and spacious kitchen, Beautiful and well presented property.
2 Bed Apartment, Open Plan Living and dining room, Well Presented.
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2 Bed Apartment, Small Balcony, Allocated Parking, First Floor Apartment
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1 Bed Apartment, All bills included except Council Tax, Very Well Presented
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1 Bed Apartment, On Road Parking, Laminate Flooring Throughout, Unfurnished.
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BREATHE EASY The meeting in May is on Monday 19th having been changed from 4th Monday because of Bank Holiday and the speaker will be talking about COPD. After May the group will not be meeting at Bridge Chapel until the 4th Monday in September, i.e. 22nd, after which we shall revert to the 4th Monday of every month with the exception of December.
CALDERFIELD BOWLS CLUB Halfway House, Woolton Road, off Queens Drive, are looking for bowlers to play in league teams. Ladies and gentlemen of all ages are all very welcome at our warm and friendly club. Please contact 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 12.3012.45pm (£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
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) ETON BOWLING CLUB The oldest bowling club in Liverpool. Fancy bowling? Come and join us! We are non-league but play friendlies with local clubs as well as holding Club Mains. Our green is open 7 days a week from March to October at The Halfway House, Woolton Road. 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. FREE COMPUTER CLASSES FOR ADULTS ICT Functional Skills Entry Level 3 at the Mackets Education Centre or Halewood Academy (also at local libraries), just 3 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 Cathy on 443 2052 or Doug on 07925 369899 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 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 10.00am to 1.00pm. 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 0151 558 0845 or email info@includeme-org.org LADIES BOWLS Fancy playing outdoor bowls this summer come and join Cressington Park ladies bowling team. We play in Liverpool league, all ages welcome. We have a few sets of spare bowls for you to try before you buy. Please contact Pat Coe 0151 280 6066 or email Pat.Coe@icloud.com 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 12.45 to 2.45pm Small friendly classes £3 includes tea and biscuits. Join us at St Marks Church Hall, Hartsbourne Ave, L25 2SB. Accessible on bus routes 79 & 14 via Childwall Valley Rd (Sylvia 0151 722 6653). LIVERPOOL ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY Meet at Leighton Observatory, Pex Hill, Cronton, nr Widnes, every Wed. from 7pm. Monthly meetings held at the Friends Meeting House, 22 School Lane, Liverpool City Centre, every third Friday between SeptemberMay. Membership is £15 per year for adults, £5 for juniors 14-17 yrs. Contact Secretary: ggastro@liverpool.ac.uk. 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 10week course, 18 September. For more details please ring (0151) 727
2140 LIVERPOOL CONTRA FOLK/COUNTRY DANCE CLUB Has been running in Liverpool for 60. A friendly club, teaching a mixture of folk/country dance styles, American squares and Pride and Prejudice styles. No need to bring a partner. Tuesdays 8 -10pm at the Scout Hall, Gorsedale Rd, off Dovedale Rd, L18 5EP. Tel 427 1907 LIVERPOOL FRENCH CLUB All ages and levels of French, for all nationalities (including French) who want to meet up for a natter. It’s very relaxed, membership is free, no charges for attending. All levels from beginners to advanced and native speakers are welcome. Tuesdays from 6-8pm and are now held at Costa Coffee in Liverpool One (opposite Debenhams). 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 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 in The Abbey, Hannover Street, opposite Wood Street (we are no longer at Tess Rileys). For further info call John 0151 281 5011 or Gill 0151 222 2066. 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 9.30-10.30am with inspiring standing/chair-based exercises. Beginners Line Dancing class with simple, fun routines Fridays 9.3010.30am. 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.0844 225 3654. Patients and/or carers most welcome. Change attitudes. Find a cure. Join us. RADS – REFORMED ALLERTON DRAMATIC SOCIETY Is on the lookout for new talent (over 18). If you are interested in any aspect of amateur dramatics, please contact us: www.allertonrads.co.uk or write to RADS c/o. Allerton United Reformed Church, Mather Ave, L18 7HD. We meet most Mondays in the church hall. No fees. ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Roy Castle FagEnds Stop Smoking Support Groups. Held weekly: Woolton House Medical Centre,Fridays 2.30pm-3.45pm, Garston Library, Monday 2pm3.15pm. Speke Neighbourhood Health Centre, Monday 4.15pm6pm, or Wednesday 1pm-3.15pm. Allerton Library, Tuesday 4pm5.15pm. 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 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
Wednesdays, 1.30 to 4.30pm. Also at Linksview Community Centre
TABLE SALE Sudley Area Residents Association. Held 3rd Sat. of the month (except Dec) at 10am at SARA Hall, Rundle Rd, Aigburth. For table bookings (£7) call 0151 726 0805 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 TOTS & CO Is a carer and toddler group who meet every Tuesday (9.3011.30am) and Wednesday (1.303pm) during term time in the Allerton United Reformed Church on Mather Avenue, Liverpool 18. We are a drop-in play group and everyone is welcome. We charge £1 per adult and child (or children) and light refreshments are included.
on alternate Thursdays 1.00 to 3.00pm. Come along and support this free book service. WOMEN'S INSTITUTE CHILDWALL We are a small but 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 information contact 07938 166797 or email 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
WILLIAMSON TUNNELS HERITAGE CENTRE Summer hours (Tours, Cafe, Charity Shop) Tues-Sun 10am4pm. Learn about eccentric Joseph Williamson and his mysterious tunnels. Guided tours (approx 45 mins). Adult £4.50, Concession £4.00, Child £3.00. We welcome volunteers for various roles, please contact us. Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre, The Old Stableyard, Smithdown Lane, Liverpool, L7 3EE. Enquiries@williamsontunnels.co.uk (0151 709 6868)
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 WOOLTON'S FREE COMMUNITY LIBRARY The Simon Peter Centre on Church Road, Mondays before 10am and
APPEALS BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION Electrical Items Wanted! British Heart Foundation ,509 West Derby Road, Tuebrook, L6 4BW. Please donate any good quality electrical items to help raise funds to fight heart and circulatory disease. We can collect. Fridges, Freezers, Washing Machines, Dryers, dishwashers, Ovens, TVs, Hi-Fis. For Free collection call 0844 499 4173 NUGENT CARE CHARITY SHOP APPEAL Nugent Care’s Charity Shop is in urgent need of donations. The shop sells women’s, men’s, children’s clothing, shoes, CD’s, books, jewellery, bric-a-brac and toys. Donations can be dropped off at the shop; 73 Allerton Road, L18 2DH or 99 Edge Lane, L7 2PE. We can collect donations on Thursday mornings. To arrange a collection please contact Jeanette on 0151 737 2951.
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ALDER FC – SECOND TEAM PROGRESS By Peter Harrison AFTER the Xmas break and recent bad weather, very little football has been played since last month. However, the second team returned to action with a fine 3-1 victory against Liverpool Hibernia. The win pushes them into mid-table territory and is a mark of their progress having suffered a 4-1 defeat to the same team earlier in the season. On the mark for the victors were Sean
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Davis, James Harding and Dean Welsh. The first team shared honours even with table-topping Waterloo GSOB in a 1-1 draw with Paul O’Hare on the mark again. However, this was followed by a 2-0 defeat to Walton Community when missed chances cost them dearly. They are still in contention for a top three spot in a tightly contested league with plenty of football to be played.
The Sunday team bowed out of the National Cup after a 3-1 defeat to Leeds outfit Chapelford Fforde Green. In a tight contest Alder had much of the possession but with ten minutes left, and pressing for the equaliser, they were caught on the counter attack. Home and Bargain, however, progress to round 4 after a great 3-1 victory away to last season’s winners Humbledon Plains from the North East.
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CROFT PLUNGE INTO RELEGATION FIGHT BUT YOUNGSTERS HIT HEIGHTS By Mick Titherington On a cold and blustery day in South Liverpool, Stoneycroft FC kicked off the New Year with a visit to Old Xav’s. Both teams were in need of the points so the fixture had added importance.
PERFECT PETERS LAUNCHES CRONUS TO THE DOUBLE ADAM Peters scored a spectacular winner as Cronus u-9s won the Christmas Cup in dramatic fashion in Preston over the festive season. The tournament was an invitational event open to all teams across the North West. Cronus were placed in a Group with Myerscough Reds, Euxton Villa and B.A.C.S. They won all matches, winning one game 7-1 in which Peters was electric, scoring four goals. A semi final beckoned against Poulton Villa which Cronus won 1-0 in a closely fought tense battle. This led to a final against a team they conquered earlier in the group stages, Euxton Villa. Peters gave Cronus the lead after some neat play by Harvey Edgar putting him in on goal. Euxton equalized before Cronus again took the lead through a cracking James Percy effort.
Euxton again fought back before Peters got the ball again down the right after a neat ball from Edgar before unleashing a brilliant shot from a tight angle that left the keeper stunned and won the trophy for Cronus. Cronus then achieved a superb double by winning the Alice Petricca u-10s Junior Football League in January by beating close rivals Green Park 5-1 with an emphatic performance in tough conditions. Goals from Adam Peters, Thomas Clayton, Harvey Edgar and two from Sam Smith gave Cronus victory. However, it was a complete team performance worthy of champions with Louis Murphy and Elliott Barry providing a solid base in mainly defensive positions to allow the team to express themselves going forward. In fact Murphy in particular was excellent with his distribution from the back starting moves from deep positions. This was allied by some excellent tackling by Barry in defensive areas. Three of the goals were scored from smooth passing from back to front before neat finishes rounded off great team goals. The team now go into the Spring League season as favourites as well as being invited up to Blackburn Rovers Academy to play their u-8s side which will likely be the first of many Academy games this coming spring. The lads narrowly lost out at the JLS 5 a side Invitational tournament in Rochdale over the Christmas period too. They won their group containing 6 teams from all over the North West and got through their quarter final match before losing out in a close fought game 3-2 to the well renowned Failsworth Boys team from Manchester. They themselves were eventually beaten in the final by Phoenix Utd from the West Midlands. However, as the team played the tournament without a recognised goalkeeper it was still a fantastic achievement as usual shot stopper Joe Storey was unable to attend the event. Squad : Joe Storey, Louis Murphy, Elliott Barry, Thomas Clayton, Joel Skillen, Harry Colleran, Sam Smith, Harvey Edgar, James Percy, Adam Peters.
The visitors got off to a slow start and slack marking allowed Xav’s a shooting opportunity that they were eager to take to go 1-0 ahead within five minutes. The deficit had the effect of sparking the Maiden Lane outfit into action and they gradually got themselves into the game and drew level after 38 minutes when Kevin Kirkpatrick converted from the spot. This boosted the Croft’s confidence and their growing band of supporters had reason to be optimistic going into the second half. Unfortunately this proved to be unfounded as the home side pressed hard forcing the Croft to fight a rearguard action for most of the second period. With ball
retention a task too hard to master they had to rely on their defending to restrict goalscoring opportunities. Currie and Martins were in good form and goalkeeper Wright produced some outstanding saves. Just as Croft thought they had weathered the storm and were going home with a point, a deflected shot cruelly looped over the, for once, stranded Wright into the corner of the net for the Croft to leave pointless once again.
but Xav’s restored their lead almost immediately after the restart. Despite a valiant effort which saw the home side dominate for long periods they were unable to convert their endeavours into goals and in the final minute Xav’s were able to add to their lead to complete the double over the hapless Croft and plunge them further into a desperate relegation fight.
The following week it was Stoneycroft’s to entertain Xav’s. This time the Croft squad was severely depleted with almost a full team unavailable for selection. Unfortunately for them the change of personnel did not alter the pattern of the game and they found themselves behind within the first five minutes.
Stoneycroft under14s continue unbeaten in the Liverpool CP League following a 3-3 draw against Maghull and remain two points clear in the race for the title. In the Sunday Merseyside & Halewood League an 8-2 victory over Venny made it an amazing 14 straight wins which means they can be crowned champions if they win their next game against Grovemount Tigers.
Johnston managed to bundle the ball over the line to draw level before the break
Whatever happens it has been a fantastic season for the youngsters.
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New Year and new Fulwood! By Ian Wignell FULWOOD Arms FC ended the year miserably with a heavy 7-0 home defeat to Dovecot FC in the Stephen Corrigan Memorial Cup and in fact only managed to field 9 players for the match. The first thirty minutes of the game saw Fulwood put in a heroic performance against a team with two men extra, refusing to be broken down by Dovecot. Unfortunately, towards the end of the first half, two penalty kicks were awarded to Dovecot and Fulwood were 20 down at half time. The second half saw tired Fulwood legs and the Dovecot goals rolled in towards the end of the
game. Fresh after the Christmas break, Fulwood took on Athletico Bay in their first game of 2015. Fulwood exploded out of the traps and within the first five minutes they were 1-0 up from a sublime finish from Graeme Kenny. Five minutes later saw new signing Ste Randles receive the ball down the left flank and put in a lovely back post cross to wing back Tom Collinson, who controlled well and smashed the ball into the corner of the goal. The game ended 2-1 to the Fulwood Arms, with good performances from Craig Ramsey with older brother Adam Ramsey a constant pest to the Athletico defence throughout the game.
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SOUTH STAY UNBEATEN By Jim Stanway
THE new year has not produced any dip in South Liverpool FC’s form as they remain unbeaten in the West Cheshire League first division. A 4-0 home win over promoted Capenhurst Villa, including a first minute goal from striker Alex Woodcock and two from captain and centre forward Cameron Dalton, saw the team start 2015 as they had finished 2014. A 3-0 win at local rivals Mossley Hill saw the team reach 46 points with goals from Elliott Burnett, Alex woodcock and Gary Pollard. The team’s main rivals are Cammell Laird Reserves and they have maintained the
pressure on South with five successive wins. The reserves lost a crucial game to their main rivals, Kirkby Town Railway, by 2-1 just before Christmas but they have strengthened their case for promotion from the third division with two successive wins in 2015. A 6-0 home win over Heswall Reserves saw goals from Ryan McMahon (two, including a penalty), Adam Shelton, Nathan Trout, Cameron Dalton and Adam brittles. A 3-1 home win over Marshalls Reserves, with goals from Mitchell McNally, Ryan McMahon and an own goal, has given the team some breathing space between their other promotion rivals, Capenhurst Villa Reserves, Bootle Reserves and Neston
Nomads. They travel to Vulcan (Newton-le-Willows) in the quarter final of the LCFA Junior Cup at the end of January, confident of reaching their first final at Walton Hall Avenue since 2005. The youth team’s quest for the West Cheshire League youth division title continues unabated with two further league wins in 2015. A 3-2 win at Maghull could prove crucial as the team were 2-1 down with 30 seconds of normal time to go. Two goals by captain Vita Mbolokele in injury time provided 3 points against one of their main rivals. A 5-3 win at Litherland Remyca saw goals from David Mee (2), Alex Griffiths, Alex Walsh and Ben
BUSY MID SEASON BREAK By Bill Chambers LIVERPOOL Sefton Hockey Club has been busy over the mid-season break. The Women’s 1sts played in the National Indoor Hockey 5s League. We travelled to Hull to play in the North round but defeat by Ben Rhydding meant that for the first time in many years Liverpool failed to qualify for the finals.
Also busy over Christmas were old timers Peter Tod, John Bazley and Simon Cobley (supported by ringer Will Chambers) who represented Lancashire in the inaugural Northern InterCounties Masters (VETS) tournament with games against Cheshire, Northumberland and Lincolnshire. Toddy and Baz also played for Lancashire in the traditional Boxing Day match against Cheshire. Jenny Ratcliffe is one of 20 Sefton players who also umpire. The only difference is that Jenny is now a National League and International Umpire. She officiated at the recent 5 Nations tournament where England hosted Belgium, Germany, Netherlands and Spain. She will also umpire at the National Schools finals at the London Olympics stadium. All teams are now preparing for the start
of the second half of the season. Over the next 3 months the Men’s 1sts are hoping to challenge
for promotion whilst the Women’s 1sts are preparing for a hard fight against relegation.
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Dickson. A 4-2 win at Copperas Hill saw the team progress to the semi-finals of the LCFA Youth Cup with goals by Alex Griffiths (2), Alex Walsh and David Mee. They will travel to Home and Bargain in March for the semi-final. The club will be hosting a Sportsman’s Evening to celebrate their 80th anniversary on Saturday, 7 March. The speakers will be ex-Liverpool full back Joey Jones and exEverton winger Mark Ward. The evening will be held at the Vines Hotel, Lime Street, and the tickets are £25 each. The event kicks off at 7pm and tickets are available from Jim Stanway (07858 329277) and Martin Ryman (07841 431936).