Issue 95 – May 2015
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VILLAGE BEASTS By Stephen Guy THE attractions were eagerly awaited and large crowds gathered to be entertained by visitors from distant lands. Known as wild beast shows, they were regular crowdpullers featuring many different types of exotic animals, pitching on land in Quarry Street, Woolton. The larger animals had keepers who shouted colourful descriptions and anecdotes about the creatures. A big cat strutted around his cage as the keeper announced: “Ladies and gentlemen, here you have the spotted leopard which has a spot for every day of the year. “Lift up the animal’s tail and there you will find the spot that accounts for …Pass on to the next cage.” The wild beast entertainments were part of cavalcades of large and small travelling shows that trundled around the countryside. In a world dominated by the horse, Victorian audiences
particularly appreciated fine feats of horsemanship or trick riding featured in circuses then as now. Circuses are still regular attractions but smaller shows have all but disappeared. In Woolton they would camp at a regular spot for weeks at a time. The shows often offered evening diversions during long winter nights including boxing and baby shows, shooting galleries, black-face
singers and games stalls. One day a new attraction was announced on posters and leaflets distributed around Woolton. People eagerly awaited the arrival of the exoticallynamed Professor Qualterini and Signor Delavasco billed as “The famous well known Bolton Entertainers, Musicians and Clog Dancers”. This was an eagerly-awaited
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event staged in an assembly room full to overflowing. The duo, decked out in colourful costumes, gave a dazzling display of their skills, followed by thunderous applause. The audience demanded a further visit by the two stars. The promoter then announced that the two were in fact local men – one a member of the clog dancing Qualter family of Rose Place and the other a trumpet player in Patrick O’Grady’s Garston Band. Despite the ruse, everyone seemed satisfied with the show, going home happy. Woolton, like most communities, had many pubs, ale houses and taverns in Victorian times when it was relatively easy to open such establishments. People liked a friendly gossip which was known as “skogging” in local dialect. Woolton was renowned for its black puddings and Ashton Square was called Pudding Bag Square in the 1830s.
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FRIENDSHIP GROUP – THE O60 CLUB By Ron Elson ONE of our group’s activities is to select a worthy charity each year and to then donate whatever has been raised to that charity. We decided 12 months ago that our chosen charity would be Guide Dogs for the Blind and at our meeting on March 5 we were able to make a donation of £1000. The photo shows (on the left) Jan from Guide Dogs at Bradbury Fields, Whisper (a 14 months old guide dog in train-
ing) and (on the right) one of our committee members, Barbara, who helps to train Whisper. The 060 Club meets on alternate Thursday afternoons at Oakvale URC, Broadgreen Road at 2.30pm. There are 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.
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Cornerstone Quilters CORNERSTONE Quilters meet on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 10am to 3pm in St Mary's Millennium Centre, West Derby Village. We share quilting skills in a friendly, welcoming group of mixed levels and we also have occasional workshops and days out. We make beautiful quilts of all sizes, by hand and by machine, and smaller items such as bags, cushions, and seasonal decorations.
As a community group we wanted to do something to help others so we now sew special bags to hold syringe drivers for cancer patients. We also make bags to hold the ‘Beads of Courage’ awarded to children with cancer: each bead awarded for bravery as they endure the difficult procedures of their treatment. One of our ‘Block of the Month’ quilts will be donated to provide funds for cancer research, each square
having a special design of a house with a pink door and window. Take a look at our blog http://quiltcornerstone.blogsp ot.com to see a range of the items we have been making and maybe it will inspire you to join us. We would welcome new members. Email quiltcornerstoneliverpool@outlook.com or sewjo@hotmail.com Telephone 07477 268 768.
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Blood on the Shamrock (a book by local author Eddie ‘Ned’ Burke)
LOCAL author Eddie ‘Ned’ Burke, at the ripe young age of 92, has written a wonderful book in tribute to his pals who were killed whilst serving in the 6th Battalion Royal Inniskilling Fusiliers during their active Second World War service in North Africa, Sicily and Italy. The book is a vivid and captivating personal history of Eddie’s active service during the war and a very fitting and moving tribute to those who gave their lives. Ned was born in the Scotland Road area and left school to become a telegraph messenger. He then joined the 8th Irish Battalion of the King’s Liverpool Regiment, the regiment in which the uncle after whom he was named had served during the First World War, and served with the 6th Battalion Royal Inniskilling
Fusiliers. Wounded in Italy after the crossing of the River Sangro, he was transferred home on a hospital ship and after many months in hospital he was discharged from the army. Eddie told The LINK: “My generation was born after the 1914-18 war and it had a big impact on our lives – wives without husbands, children without fathers, aunties mourning
the man they were going to marry. When peace was declared, we were told it was a land fit for heroes to live in; we had seen the last war of this century and the League of Nations would secure peace and security. “During my war service I witnessed the reality of warfare, where generals devise the battle plans and take the glory of the victory, which would not of course be achieved without the selfless courage of the officers and men. “Blood on the Shamrock is my belated tribute to the heroes who rest in the countries they liberated.” Ned now lives with his wife Doreen and family in Liverpool; they have 3 children, 9 grandchildren and have just returned from a tour revisiting the battlefields and cemeteries of Sicily and Italy by courtesy of the Heroes Return 2 Fund.
If you would like to buy a copy of the book (cost £8 + postage) please call Eddie or Doreen on 0151 547 4912.
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Say you saw it in the LINK PLANT SALE AND COFFEE MORNING On Saturday 9th May, St Barnabas Church (Allerton Road/Penny Lane) will be holding a Coffee Morning and Plant Sale in church between 10.30am and 12noon. MERSEYSIDE WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION Are holding an exhibition and sale at St. Barnabas Church, Allerton Road/Penny Lane, from Monday, 4th. to Saturday, 9th May 2015. Opening times 10am to 4pm. Entrance is free.
LIVERPOOL WELSH CHORAL SPRIG OF THYME. Enjoy a relaxing evening of music which is fresh, lively, romantic and often amusing! Spring into Summer with songs old and new including Down by the Riverside, Londonderry Air, Song of Solomon, Folk Tunes and a musical setting of Siegfried Sassoon's beautiful, haunting poem from WW1, “Everyone Sang”. Saturday 6th June, at The Cornerstone, opp. the Collegiate, Shaw Street, Tickets £12 at door, 0151 652 6374 mavis@lwcu.freeserve.co.uk
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New bowel cancer support group In 2009 I was diagnosed with bowel cancer. I was devastated and knew my life would change forever. But my op was successful and ten months later I had a reversal operation – no more
stoma! I should have been ecstatic but I felt alone and isolated. Don’t get me wrong, I have a wonderfully supportive network of family and friends, but I had no contact with people who shared the
same/similar experiences as myself. There were no support groups in Liverpool so I searched online and found a bowel cancer charity with a phoneline giving access to bowel cancer nurses.
It was a lifeline but not what I was looking for – face to face, social experiences! After being discharged from hospital in October 2014, I decided to start a Support Group for people feeling the same as me. People who would like to meet others and discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, nonthreatening environment. So, 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 and carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955
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Are you the man on the photo? LINK reader Michael Kelly from Mossley Hill (who originally lived in Crawford Avenue, L18) contacted us recently and sent us this photo of him and three friends from 1968.
The photo was taken in the Brook House Pub on Smithdown Road. Michael told The LINK: “This is a picture of me, on the right with a pint in my hand, and two friends in the middle, Kenny
McStein and his brother George McStein, who are sadly no longer with us. “I am trying to trace the guy on the left hand side of the photo but for the life of me I can’t remember his
name! “So, if you’re the man on the left, or you know who he is, please get in touch with me, Michael Kelly, on 07443 328449. “I would love to hear from you”.
The ZipYard “Making YOUR clothes fit YOU perfectly” is the mantra at the ZipYard clothing alterations centre on Allerton Road and since Iain opened the centre in November 2013, after 25 years in the hotel industry, he has learnt a lot. Your clothes are very personal to you, they affect how you feel about yourself and how others perceive you.
A small alteration can be the difference between looking ok and looking great, being in fashion or out. Because of this, trust in the quality of work we deliver is vital; we’ve found that customers really value being able to discuss their requirements with our expert seamstresses and our second mantra of “only being happy when
our customers are” is backed up by the 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. It’s interesting how customers use the service. As well as the day to day alterations and repairs people will buy dresses or suits online or in the sale bringing them to us to fit them perfectly, saving lots of money in the process. Restyling and resizing old clothes
is also very popular, bringing new life to old favourites. If you want high quality alterations done by expert seamstresses in super quick time talk to the very friendly, highly professional team at the ZipYard on Allerton Road. The ZipYard 105/107 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 2DD. Tel 0151 724 1382 or visit www.thezipyard.co. uk/liverpoolsouth
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STRANGE TALES
PLUMBING THE DEPTHS
By Anton Valdemart RAY picked up his toolbox and headed for the van, leaving his dingy house and grumpy wife Linda who thought more of her goldfish than him. It was just another day but at least he was out of the house for a few precious hours. Ray adjusted his battered cap, lit his pipe – banned from anywhere near the aquariums – and
started the engine. The address was one he hadn’t heard of, out in the country. “I’m told you are an excellent plumber,” said the cultured voice on his crackly phone which smelt of goldfish food. “I don’t know where the water’s coming from, it’s bubbling up from somewhere.” Ray said he would be over within the hour. Probert’s Moat
was a large house beyond Kirkby. The caller – Mrs Alice Sidegate – gave him directions how to get there. He turned down a lane which petered out into a muddy track bordered by tangled hawthorn bushes. Ray’s gloom mounted as the van bumped along. He turned a corner, scattering several hens, and pulled up outside the old house sur-
rounded by dry moat crossed by a stone bridge. Ray knocked his pipe out and hauled his tool box to the front door. Mrs Sidegate was tall and elegant, wearing a colourful dress. Behind her, hunched on a chair, was a girl staring at a computer. “I hope you can sort this out,” said Mrs Sidegate as she ushered Ray though the house, their footsteps echoing on
stone floors. “My family have lived here since 1540 but I doubt if we have had anything like this since we drained the moat.” She and her daughter Ellie had been woken in the night by a weird gurgling sound which reverberated through the ancient rooms. “It sounded like a giant choking on his victim, most peculiar,” Mrs Sidegate groaned as she led him down the cellar steps. “There – look.” Ray peered into a corner where there was a dark, arched opening. “It’s the piscina – a drain for holy water. This was once the crypt of a monastery that stood here before the Reformation. “There’s never been water in it – until now.” Ray stretched out his hand and plunged it into the cool, crystal-clear water. It was strangely soothing as he reached deeper. He touched stone and felt a steady current rising from a small hole.
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bored teenager into a radiant angel. Ray later experienced deep joy as he left the pet shop – the van felt like a golden chariot. He heard heavenly
music as Linda opened their front door. “I’ve bought you a new fish,” he said, his shining eyes meeting her astonished gaze.
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Slimming World leads to a new career and best friend IN 2010 John Kelly and Jo Young found themselves in jobs they no longer liked and little did they realise they were about to embark on a new career path that would change both their lives for the better. John was a full time driving instructor with his own driving school and Jo worked in the family furniture business....but both felt the need for a new challenge and this is where the story unfolds. Both John and Jo attended Marji’s Slimming World group in West Derby. They did not know each other when they joined but that was all to change. Seeing that they both had the necessary qualities to be Slimming World consultants (a big heart being the main one!), Marji approached them individually regarding a consultant role. After going along to a consultant opportunity event, they both decided to take the plunge and become consultants.
It wasn't until they met at a district meeting in July that year that they became instant friends and by 2013 both John and Jo had quit their full time jobs to concentrate solely on Slimming World and their wonderful new career. Jo says, 'This is definitely my niche, I LOVE this job....talking about food, helping people to change their lives, making so many new friends, having a job I can go to and actually enjoy! This is the best move I have ever made”. John says, “ I get more job satisfaction than I’ve ever had, seeing members change before my eyes gives a real buzz; less hours, less stress, more rewarding and I’ve met a team I can rely on, working together for the same goal”. Since meeting on that training day, John and Jo are inseparable friends. They both say: “Marji spotted something in us and we are so grateful that she gave us this chance. This new career has changed our lives - we
have more quality time and flexibility, it really is the best job in the world. We are BFF's and its all down to Slimming World, our weight loss journey, and our consultant Marji” John’s groups meet weekly in The Vagabonds, Queens Drive and All Hallows Centre, Allerton
(07584 200959) Jo's groups are held in The Lifestyles Aquatics Centre. Wavertree (07934 493871) Anyone interested in learning more about what it’s like to be a Slimming World consultant, please contact Marji on 07739 167048
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General Knowledge Quiz 1. In what year was Newsham Park opened? (a) 1828 (b) 1848 (c) 1868? 2. In what year was Sefton Park opened? (a) 1852 (b) 1872 (c) 1892? 3. What is the (approx.) distance, in kilometres, between Liverpool and London? (a) 200
(b) 350 (c) 500? 4. Which one of the following cities is the most northerly? (a) Derby (b) Lincoln (c) Stoke-on-Trent? 5. Which Canadian city hosted the 1976 Olympic Games? (a) Montreal (b) Quebec (c) Toronto? 6. What is the capital of
MERSEYSIDE WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION Are holding an exhibition and sale at St. Barnabas Church, Allerton Road/Penny Lane, from Monday, 4th. to Saturday, 9th May 2015. Opening times 10 am to 4pm. Entrance is free.
Dog of the month Dog name: Bobby Breed: Harrier Dog age: 18 months old His story: Bobby is a lovely chap, very friendly and outgoing. He is extremely intelligent and is going to need a lot of stimulation and exercise to keep him entertained. Bobby doesn’t have many manners at the moment, so will need owners who are willing to continue his training he is doing at the centre to learn his basic commands. He will require a few good walks a day as he loves being active. He gets along very well with other dogs, and can live with children aged 7 and above.
India? (a) Delhi (b) Kolkatta (c) Mumbai?
(c) Spanish?
7. Who was the first British golfer to win the U.S. Masters tournament? (a) Nick Faldo (b) Tony Jacklin (c) Sandy Lyle?
9. The Montague and Capulet families are the main characters in which of Shakespeare’s plays? (a) The Merchant of Venice (b) Much Ado About Nothing (c) Romeo and Juliet?
8.What nationality was the legendary motor racing driver Ayrton Senna? (a) Argentinian (b) Brazilian
10. Who wrote “The Canterbury Tales”? (a) Chaucer (b) Milton (c) Shakespeare?
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‘Let It Be’ Liverpool tickets now on sale
Alan Bradley, Mary Bradley, Jennifer Ellison and Graeme Parry (left) and Andy Carey tries his hand at the Steak Stone – “Delicious” (right).
Churrasco Bistro Grill OWNERS Graeme Parry, Mary Bradley and Alan Bradley are delighted to announce that the wait is finally over for South Liverpool's ultimate Steak House Experience! Churrasco Bistro Grill, situated at the foot of Lark Lane, offers modern design with rustic Texan saloon. Our fabulous open kitchen enables everyone to not only smell but to spectate your chef creating your perfect dish. We are open seven days a week from 9am until 11pm, so whether you join us for
breakfast, brunch or evening our staff will ensure you receive the ultimate customer experience. Watch our Steakhouse transform from a cosy daytime meeting point for coffee, cakes, weekend breakfast, brunch to a fantastic sizzling evening restaurant. Or enjoy the delights of our beer garden area during the coming summer months. Do you see yourself as a bit of a chef? Why not experience the unique Steak Stone, a 300 degree stone delivered to your table with your steak served raw, giving you total cooking control
of each bite – surround them with sticky ribs, wings, burgers, sirloin, ribeye or salmon and then you have a recipe for success! So however you like your steak doesn't matter, we know that our job is a job well done! For bookings contact churrasco17@outlook.com or CHURRASCO BISTRO GRILL, 2 LIVINGSTON DRIVE, LIVERPOOL, L17 8XW The opening took place on Tuesday 22nd April and was attended by Jennifer Ellison (pictured).
TICKETS for the international hit show that celebrates the music of The Beatles are now on sale in Liverpool. Direct from London’s West End, LET IT BE will officially relaunch the multi-million pound refurbishment of the Royal Court Theatre and run for five weeks from Thursday 8 October to Saturday 14 November 2015. The dates also coincide with John Lennon’s 75th birthday on Friday 9th October. LET IT BE showcases The Beatles’ music, charting the band’s meteoric rise from their humble beginnings at the Cavern, through the height of Beatlemania and to their later studio masterpieces. The show
is packed with over forty of The Beatles’ greatest hits including: Twist and Shout, She Loves You and Drive My Car as well as global mega-hits Yesterday, Hey Jude, Come Together and, of course, Let It Be. LET IT BE – A Celebration Of The Music Of The Beatles Royal Court Liverpool, Thursday, 8 October to Saturday, 14 November, 2015 Tue-Fri Evening Performances: 8pm, Sat and Sun Mat 2pm and Sun 7pm. Tickets: From £21 £31*; Preview performances: All seats £21* (811 Oct) Group Rates: 20+ Tickets – All seats £21* (Tue-Fri evenings) *Inc £1 theatre restora-
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Ball raises £23,000 in James’ memory LAST Friday I was invited to attend the James Bulger Charity Black Tie Ball at Liverpool’s Adelphi Hotel and what a pleasure it was to be involved at such a fantastic event. Stars were out in force to celebrate what would have been James’ 25th birthday on the 16th March. Coronation Street actress Kym Marsh was joined by her teenage daughter, Emilie, and they both performed amazingly on stage. Tina Malone, Hollyoaks actor James Sutton, Philip Oliver and Michael Starke were also there to show their support. Denise Fergus (James’ mum) set up the ‘For James’ charity to keep James’ memory alive and help children who have suffered bereavement or been a victim of crime, hatred or bullying. The total raised on the night was £23,000, which was amazing! I think it is fantastic that Denise has set this charity up and has tried to make something positive come out of her dreadful situation and help others. It was an absolute honour to be a part of this fantastic cause and if there is anything whatsoever that I can do to help this charity going
With the holiday season fast approaching, I am kaftan crazy at the moment so have picked out my top 3 to show you! I absolutely love this Forever Unique multicoloured carnival inspired feather print tunic with diamantes. The ‘Rio’ kaftan is definitely one to get heads turning, whether you wear it over a bikini by the pool or pair with denim shorts for an evening. This is definitely something that should be added to any holiday wardrobe wish list! I actual-
forward then I definitely will. At the weekend I was a judge at the LML (Little Miss/Mr Liverpool) competition at The Hilton Hotel, and it was a fabulous day. I was joined by Amanda Harrington, Rebeckah Vaughan. Mark Byron, Calvin Fox and Herbert Howe on the panel where we watched some amazing kids trying to win the biggie.
What talent we have in this city! There were so many little cuties that it was a struggle to come to a decision but the winner of the £1,000 cash prize was my little fav Charlie Birchall from Merchant Taylors in Crosby. It was his first ever modelling competition but he was so full of confidence and personality that he got all our votes! He definitely stole the show for me!
ly wore mine with a pair of jeans yesterday and got stopped three times by people passing by asking me where I had got it from as it looked so nice. Available for £100 from www.foreverunique.co.uk I really like this ‘Talulah’ cut out shoulder kaftan from asos. I’m really into florals this season, so this is perfect especially with the fringe
hem and waterfall sleeves. Again this is something that can be worn alone or with jeans so you get double the wear - at home, or away by the pool. Available for £108.50 at www.asos.com Now if you’re into your plain black swimwear then add a bit of glamour with this animal printed Resort Maxi Kaftan from Very. This piece gives you head to toe coverage without compromising on style. Wear over your fav bikini with a pair of wedges to get a catwalk look at a high street price. Available on www.very.co.uk for £29.
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French cooking EVA’S PEACH AND PISTACHIO CRUMBLE Ingredients Four peaches. 50 gr pistachios (unsalted
of course). 90 gr flour. 50 gr butter. 50 gr sugar. 50 gr icing sugar. Half a lemon.
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Rub together to make a crumble consistency. Spread out on a baking tray lined with baking paper. Cook for about 1015 mins at 180°. You can take it out and break the crumble up and put back in the oven so it
is cooked evenly right through. Meanwhile, peel the peaches and cut up into slices. Place in a dish with the lemon juice and sugar and cover. Cook in the microwave oven for five minutes.
Serve warm, sprinkle with the crumble just before serving I used tinned peaches because peaches are not in season yet. I also mixed them with frozen defrosted mangoes. It was really nice too.
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EweMove.com to help Zoe’s Place LOCAL EweMove.com branch director Giovanni Tummino is offering to waive the fee on his first 10 instructions in return for donations to local charity Zoe’s Place. Giovanni told The LINK: “Having been Chairman of the Finance Committee at St Austins Church for 5 years, Eucharistic minister for 6 years and a fundraiser at the local school, I have always thought that it’s good to give something back to the community. “I have four children of my own and Zoe’s Place has always struck me as being a really worthy cause”. “EweMove.com has specialised in sales and lettings since 2005 and is now one of the fastest growing estate agencies in the UK. Its franchises are located throughout the UK, meeting the needs of house buyers and sellers as well as tenants and landlords. “Customers are not required to pay upfront fees or hidden charges, along with a ‘No Sale, No Fee’ promise. And mindful that moving home can be stress-
Giovanni Tummino ful, we go out of our way to provide an unparalleled ‘VIP’ customer service, offering help and support every step of the way. With more buyers now viewing online, properties are listed on all of the major property portals generating 183 million buyer searches each month. “The ‘Mammoth Marketing’ approach means that sellers’ homes get more interest, more quickly, and the 24/7 service makes sure that any tenant viewing enquiry or purchase offer is never lost”.
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Sutton Kersh to sponsor Liverpool legend Phil Thompson’s 10th Annual Golf Classic for charity Former England and Liverpool football legend and Sky Sports pundit Phil Thompson, Nugent Care’s Patron, will be holding his annual golf classic to raise much-needed funds for the charity. The event will be taking place on 21st May at Mossock Hall Golf Club. Marie Reynolds, Fundraising Manager for Nugent Care, said: ‘This is the tenth year of Phil’s golf classic event for Nugent Care and working in partnership with such a leading, trusted and local property agent as Sutton Kersh is a perfect fit for us. This event keeps going from strength to strength
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and we have already sold all of our team places and we are extremely grateful to Phil and all of our supporters’. James Kersh, Managing Director at Sutton Kersh, said: ‘Having worked with Nugent Care for a number of years now, and knowing how many people they help, we wanted to support them with the wonderful work they do throughout the North West.’ For further information on the event please contact: Michele Duckworth on 0151 261 4498 or email: mduckworth@nugentcare.org
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For sale; Three double bedroom property in the sought after Woolton area, which also has the potential to extend. Set back from the road within beautiful & manicured gardens the property is situated in a Cul-de-sac with stunning views over Childwall Woods. The property is Bright, Spacious & Ergonomic. It features an entrance porch opening into the reception Hall which provides access to an inner hall, boiler room, ground floor WC and to the double garage and utility area. The lounge and dining room is L shaped in design with five double glazed windows providing ample natural light and fantastic views. There is also a fitted kitchen, a bright morning room and study. Upstairs a master bedroom with ensuite as well as two further bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes and a family bathroom. There is also potential to make it a four bedroom house with a simple alteration to the master bedroom. The property has been maintained to a meticulous standard. Call 0151 734 0666 to arrange a viewing.
Rockbourne Avenue, Woolton, L25
Stuart Avenue, L25 £249,995 BE Property Services are delighted to offer to the sales market this spacious three bedroom detached property located on Stuart Avenue. This bright and spacious property briefly comprises: entrance hallway, downstairs WC, sizeable lounge, dining room, kitchen and access to the garage. To the first floor there are three bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally the property benefits from front and south facing rear gardens, driveway for off road parking and a garage. Offered with NO ONWARD CHAIN this property is available to view now. Call today BE Property Services to arrange a viewing on 0151 428 1769.
£625,000
This beautiful and charming, full of character five bedroom detached family home is situated in the much sought after tranquil and leafy suburb of Woolton. There is a stunning reception room, splendid lounge with French doors leading onto the secluded garden and patio area. There is a family kitchen with double French doors again leading onto the terrace and garden and a bright and delightful morning room for sharing those family cooked meals. The five bedrooms are generous in size and have garden views with two having ensuite bathrooms and to top it all the garage has been updated with insulation and electrics to enable this to be used as a further room if not needed as a garage. This property is one not to miss. NO CHAIN. and a MUST VIEW. For further details contact Martin and Co. 0151 428 6922
Dronfield Way L25 £129,950 Acumen Estates are pleased to offer for sale this spacious three bedroom end town house. Accommodation comprises of Entrance hall, Lounge opening to dining room and large kitchen/diner. To the first floor there are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom with a separate w.c. Externally the property benefits from a block paved front garden and gardens to the side and rear. Viewing highly recommended. For further details contact Acumen Estates 0151 228 4447
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IMPORTANT POINTS TO BE AWARE OF WHEN PURCHASING A LEASEHOLD FLAT Leasehold flats can be in purpose built blocks, converted houses, or above commercial/retail premises.
maintaining and managing the building. The Freeholder will usually be required to manage and maintain the structure, exterior and common areas of the building, but subject to payment of service charges from all of the Leaseholders.
Leasehold ownership of a flat is simply a long tenancy, which is a right to occupy and use the flat for a long period – “the Term of the Lease”. This will usually be for a minimum term of 99 years, but often longer.
Leases usually contain conditions and restrictions about the use of the property. It is therefore important to be fully aware of any that apply. In particular , retirement developments usually contain a minimum age requirement.
The term is fixed at the beginning and so decreases year by year.
Service charges will also include the costs of management, either by the Landlord or a professional managing agent. Service charges will vary from year to year. The Freeholder can only recover the costs of services which are reasonable. Leaseholders now have powerful rights to challenge service charges which they feel are unreasonable at the First Tier Tribunal (Property Chamber).
As the purchaser of a Leasehold flat, it is in your interest to understand the legal nature of the ownership.
The Lease is a contract between the parties, allowing for conditional ownership for a fixed period of time. It is an important document and governs the relationship between the parties. It is therefore of paramount importance that proper advice is taken from a Solicitor with relevant expertise in this area. The Lease sets out the contractual obligations of the two parties and, in particular, the Leaseholder’s obligations will provide for a payment of a ground rent and a contribution to the costs of
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the Freehold, by the Landlord, to them. Again, the price is to be agreed between the parties, or set by the Tribunal. • In most cases, where the Landlord proposes to sell his interest in the building, he must first offer it to the Leaseholders. It is most important that advice is taken from a Solicitor with relevant expertise before making a commitment. Finally , is essential for a purchaser to understand the terms of a Lease, and the financial position in respect of the management company, so as to avoid any nasty surprises following their purchase.
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What’s On Section Advertise your Events in our What’s On Section – maximum 60 words Email liverpoollink@yahoo.co.uk MAY/JUNE BOOK/TABLE SALE St Mary’s Grassendale Church Hall. St Mary's Rd. L19 0NE. Saturday 6th June 11am-2pm. For table bookings (£10) call 0151 427 3618 ANTIQUES VALUATION DAY Nugent Care are holding an Antiques Valuation Day with Adam Partridge Auctioneers on Tuesday 9th June from 2pm-6pm at the Fisher More Hall at Our Lady of the Annunciation Parish, Bishop Eton. BBC Flog It! personality Adam Partridge will be there in person to value any antiques for a donation of £3. For details contact Fran D’Arcy: 0151 261 2043. THE BENTLEY OPERATIC SOCIETY Will be giving a concert of excerpts from Gilbert & Sullivan and other light opera at St. Agnes's Church, Ullet Rd., on Friday 15th May at 8.00pm. Tickets £8.00 including interval refreshments. THE FRIENDS OF HARTHILL AND CALDERSTONES PARK Will meet at 7.15pm on Monday 11th May 2015 for a talk by Sue Gillon called "Wildlife Attractions". Sue will show us how to enhance our gardens to attract butterflies and bees and there will be plants to buy. Meetings are held in Childwall Primary School on Woolton Road, Liverpool 16, the entrance to which is off Salisbury Park. A charge of £2.00 is made for visitors, who are most welcome to attend. GATEACRE SOCIETY Our next meeting will be a talk by Dr Donna Jackson entitled "I Believe in Yesterday - Modern Heritage and the Beatles”. This will be at 7.30pm on Monday June 1st in the Gateacre Chapel on Gateacre Brow. Admission is free, donations welcome. GRASSENDALE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT SOCIETY Will meet on Thursday 14th May 2015 for a demonstration by Derek Walker from Morecambe entitled "My Garden Chair". Meetings are held in Dovedale Baptist Church Hall, Olivedale Road. L18 1DW. The doors open at 7.30pm with the demonstration at 8.00pm. Visitors are most welcome, for a fee of £5.00. LIVERPOOL DECORATIVE AND FINE ARTS SOCIETY Wed 20th. May 2015. Lecture: Bess and her Descendants at Hardwick and Chatsworth by Roger Mitchell. Lecture covers over 500 years of the Cavendish family. Meetings held at 2pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Road, Liverpool L19. £5 cost. See website: www.ldfas.org.uk All welcome. LIVERPOOL WELSH CHORAL SPRIG OF THYME. Enjoy a relaxing evening of music which is fresh, lively, romantic and often amusing! Spring into Summer with songs old and new including Down by the Riverside, Londonderry Air, Song of Solomon, Folk Tunes and a musical setting of Siegfried Sassoon's beautiful, haunting poem from WW1, “Everyone Sang”. Saturday 6th June, at The Cornerstone, opp. the Collegiate, Shaw Street, Tickets £12 at door, 0151 652 6374 mavis@lwcu.freeserve.co.uk MOONLIGHT MEMORY WALK Woodlands Hospice Moonlight Memory Walk, 10km sponsored walk starting at 9.30pm on Friday 3rd July 2015 from Firwood Waterloo Rugby Club, Blundellsands, L23 8TW. £15 entry per adult, £10 entry age 12-15, plus sponsorship. Register online at: www.moonlightmemorywalk.org. Entry includes: goody bag, t-shirt, medal, refreshments on return. For more info please contact 0151 529 8193 or email tracy.barnes@aintree.nhs.uk MERSEYSIDE WOODTURNERS ASSOCIATION Are holding an exhibition and sale at St. Barnabas Church, Allerton Road/Penny Lane, from Monday, 4th. to Saturday, 9th May 2015. Opening times 10.00 am to
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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 12.30-12.45pm (£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 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. Call Geoff on 07922 110624. 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 September-May. Membership is £15 per year for adults, £5 for juniors 1417 yrs. Contact Secretary: ggastro@liverpool.ac.uk. LISHI (LIKE TAI CHI) Class Mondays 7.30pm-9pm Trinity Church Hall, Church Road/Woolton Road junction. Slow graceful movements, stretching breathing and smiling. Sleep better, stand straighter. 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 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 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 9.30-10.30am. 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.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 2.30pm3.45pm, Garston Library, Monday 2pm3.15pm. 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 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 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 WILLIAMSON TUNNELS HERITAGE CENTRE Summer hours (Tours, Cafe, Charity Shop) Tues-Sun 10am-4pm. 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@williamson tunnels.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 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 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 BELLE VALE PREFAB PROJECT Did you live in the Prefabs in Belle Vale? Come and join us at the Millennium Centre, Childwall Valley Road, from 7pm until 9pm on the last Thursday of every month. Look us up on our website www.bellevaleprefabs.com, Facebook or phone 07570 832294 for more details. Share memories, meet old friends, make new ones. 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 THE HUYTON POET Great Presentations for organisations, of that you can be sure; The Huyton Poet will make you smile - he'll make you laugh and more. A GREAT CHOICE AS YOUR NEXT GUEST SPEAKER - thehuytonpoet@gmail.com 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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Harness the power By Paul Coshott A FEW months ago, in preparation for my Black Sash exam in Lau Gar Kung Fu, I had to punch through a one inch thick piece of wood. I knew the purpose of the exercise, which was to harness the determination within you, and express it through the punch. I only got one chance to break the wood, which I did. This kind of exercise is also good for helping to break down negative beliefs, giving you the feeling that you can do anything. It is important for us to challenge ourselves every now and again for our own development; also, nothing gets achieved in your comfort zone.
THE LIVERPOOL PERSONAL TRAINER With regards to exercise and keeping fit, there may be times when you want to change your state to a more powerful and resourceful one in an instant. You might be faced with a difficult exercise or challenge that you need to do in order to achieve your goal. Three tips to get powerful…..now ■ Think of someone who is already doing what you want to do. What is their thought pattern in that situation? Can you copy it? ■ Check your posture and breathing. You need to look
and feel confident. Stand upright with shoulders back. ■ Imagine what will happen, or what is happening, once you have defeated your challenge. Free week of classes If you would like to attend a free week of classes, being coached by me, then please contact me asap to book in. Further details can be found by visiting www.liverpoolpersonaltraine r.com or by telephoning 07887 868872.
ONES TO WATCH Here are Mersey Gig Guide’s “Ones to Watch” for May Friday 1st May Otis Grand @ Citadel, St Helens 7:30pm – Tickets £16 Glory Days (Springsteen Tribute) @ Cavern Live Lounge, Mathew St 8.30pm – Tickets £10 Sunday 3rd May Beth Hart @ Liverpool Philharmonic Hall 7pm – Tickets £25 Wednesday 6th May Mellowtone Open Mic Night (Weekly) @ The Magnet, Hardman Street 8pm – Free Entry Friday 8th May Never the Bride @ Zanzibar, Seel St 7.30pm – Tickets £13 Saturday 9th May I am Kloot @ O2 Academy 7pm – Tickets £18.50 Sunday 10th May
Eddi Reader @ Epstein Theatre 6.30pm – Tickets £23 Ren Harvieu @ Leaf on Bold St 8pm – Tickets £15 Wednesday 13th May Cajun Session @ The Caledonia, Catherine st 9pm – Free Entry Thursday 14th May Tommy Scott (Spaced) & Guests @ The Palm House, Sefton Park 8pm – Tickets £10 Friday 15th May Lucy Spraggan @ The Arts Club, Seel St 6.30pm - £14.50 Friday 22nd May Liverpool Sound City 3 day Festival @ Liverpool Docklands Tickets/wristbands vary – check
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Stoneycroft grab a lifeline with two-goal fightback By Mick Tetherington EVEN to the casual observer it was evident that the games in the new year would be crucial in determining the fate of Stoneycroft FC. Having gone down to WEX in the first of these encounters they entertained Byrom in game one of three home fixtures. Against all the odds, with a sadly depleted squad limiting team selection, they pulled off a well-earned victory to receive a desperately needed three points. A superb performance by stand-in keeper Simon Baker and a goal apiece from Brian Porter, Bruce Crumbleholme and Connor Matthews contributed to the triumph. In keeping with previous false-dawns, the momentum propelled by this success did not survive through to the next game when another defensive lapse presented Collegiate with a gift of a goal, which they held until the 85th minute, when Liam Currie equalised to the
delight of the Croft fans. Any celebrations were cut short when the visitors restored the lead two minutes later and held out to advance their cause in the strive for safety. Warbreck were the next to visit and went home 2-0 winners after a shambolic clearance landed at the feet of Warbreck's Joe Cawley who slotted into the gaping goal. Cawley added another in the second half to double his and his team’s score to add to the troubles of the long suffering Stoneycroft support. This meant that the Tuesday night game at Liver Academy took on even more significance for if Stoneycroft were to lose surely it would be the end of their tenure in the top division. The omens did not look good as they were a goal down within a minute when once again the suicide button was pressed and on eleven minutes Liver made it two. At this stage Liver were clearly the brighter of the
sides and the Croft appeared in disarray. On the 20minute mark Curtis Martins had to retire with a recurrence of an ankle injury, being replaced by Ryan Nassor and the visitors reverted to a 4-4-2 formation which transformed their performance. Adam Newbolt, back in the side after a long absence, began the fightback when he bundled the ball over the line to reduce the deficit just before half-time. Three minutes after the restart the marauding Eddie Baker popped up to net the equaliser, then ten minutes later he broke through and with a clinical finish put his team ahead. Sterling defensive work backed up by a competent performance from keeper Simon Baker meant that the Croft were able to hold out to grab a lifeline from which they may still be able to pull themselves to safety. Six points from the two remaining games should see them safe and it’s all to play for!
AFC Cronus Pegasus u9s on course for clean sweep AFC Cronus Pegasus go in search of the Alice Petricca U10s league and cup treble this Saturday on Long Lane against Green Park, a side they have beaten convincingly three times this season so far. The most recent match for the Saturday group in the cup saw them defeat a determined Hornets 4-0 despite only having six players available. Goals from Harvey Edgar, two from Sam Smith and a goal from Tom Clayton saw the team to victory. Outside of the Alice Petricca league a mixture of the Saturday and Sunday teams saw the Pegasus squad travel to Oldham Athletic after an invitation to play their u9s squad. An emphatic performance saw the boys register an amazing 7-2 victory against a League One academy side of the same age. Managers Kev Edgar and Rob Smith were thrilled with the performance of the play-
ers adding that the progression of the players is clearly evident based on the results to date. The team went up to Blackpool at Easter to play in the Blackpool Rangers Invitational Tournament and were unbelievably unlucky not to come away with the crown. The team lost on penalties in the final to the Failsworth Boys team from Manchester, incidentally the same team who knocked the Cronus side out of the JSL tournament in Rochdale over Christmas. This time Cronus were much the better side and were unlucky to end the game 0-0 after dominating the game in parts. A record of scored 24 goals and conceding just one all tournament (seven matches) reflects the performances and efforts the players put in. Both Joe Storey in goal and Elliott Barry at the back were outstanding throughout.
In the Walton and Kirkdale League, Cronus u9s continue to strive for honours and the boys came through a very tough semi-final against Quarry Green Tigers to edge through on penalties after a closely fought 2-2 draw after extra time in very, very windy conditions. Two goals from Tom Clayton were enough to get the match to an intense penalty shoot-out. Successful penalties from Brodie Williams, Logan Deegan-Hughes, Harvey Edgar, Dylan Crawford and Joe Smith saw the lads get through after a tremendous save from Luke Miller in the Cronus goal on Quarry Greens final penalty. A great final at Long Lane beckons on 3rd May against Farmers for the u9s Knockout cup. The lads go up to Preston North End this Sunday followed by a summer programme of tournaments right around the North West, Cheshire and North Wales for a variety of invitational events.
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SOUTH CLINCH TITLE WITH TWO GAMES TO SPARE By Jim Stanway A 5-1 HOME win over mid-table Chester Nomads coupled with a 2-0 home defeat for the team’s only rivals, Cammell Laird Reserves, meant April 18 was a special day for the club. Ten points clear, the West Cheshire League first division will now reside at South Liverpool, the club’s first senior title since 1966! On April 1 a shock 3-1 defeat at home to relegation-threatened Southport Trinity, the team’s first loss of the season, gave the advantage to Cammell Laird.
However, South have responded in style, winning five games in succession, scoring 17 goals and conceding only one. Cammell Lairds imploded, losing three of their last four games, allowing South to win the title with two league games to go. A 3-0 win over Vauxhall Motors with goals from Alex Woodcock, Elliott Burnett and Gary Pollard, a 2-0 win over local rivals, Hale, with goals from Gary Pollard and James Kelly, a 5-0 win over Upton with four goals for Cameron Dalton and one for Alex Woodcock, a 2-0 win at
Blacon with two goals for Cameron Dalton and the title-clinching 5-1 win over Chester Nomads with three goals for Alex Woodcock and one each for Cameron Dalton and Elliott Burnett. The team still have another trophy to win as they have reached the final of the league cup where they will attempt to do the double and beat Cammell Laird to both major West Cheshire League titles. The silverware keeps on coming as the youth team clinched the West Cheshire League youth division with a 3-0 win at Chester Nomads with two
goals from David Mee. A 6-0 win at Litherland Remyca in the semi-final of the league cup, with three goals for David Mee and one each for Alex Walsh, Alex Griffiths and Mike Davies. The team now have two finals to play in three days; the Liverpool County FA Youth Cup against Maghull and the West Cheshire League Youth Cup against West Kirby. The team could achieve a historic treble. On top of this the reserve team are still in promotion contention from the West Cheshire League third division.
Tom Kinsella in action.
Fulwood against the odds FOLLOWING a disappointing away defeat to Old Albion earlier on in the season, Fulwood Arms FC were out for revenge. Fulwood found themselves a goal down early on but Jon Ward managed to get an equaliser from a Daniel
Lawrence corner. Towards the end of the second half just as it looked like a certain draw, centre back Ian Quirk raced up the pitch and provided the pass for Craig Ramsey who slotted the ball into the back of the net to score a lovely goal.
Liverpool Sefton Women’s 5th team (not bottom of the league).
Liverpool Sefton Hockey Club – end of term report By Bill Chambers IT’S APRIL and the end of the season for Liverpool Sefton Hockey Club with only a fourth team Cup Final, AGM, annual dinner, summer leagues and tours to come.
Last year we attracted over 80 men and women new players. The Women’s 1sts avoided relegation from the National League when Kendal were docked points for fielding illegal players a week before
the playoffs. The rest achieved respectable positions of 5th, 3rd, 3rd and 8th in the North West and Lancashire Leagues. Three of the men’s four teams were 7th in their respective leagues with the 3rds achiev-
ing a respectable 3rd in the North West League. Our next major initiative is the mixed BACK TO HOCKEY campaign aimed at attracting older players (25-45 years old last year who have got out of the habit of playing) or youngsters (16-21 years who never took the chance at school). The Campaign runs from Tuesday 12th May to 9th June 2015 at 78pm each Tuesday at Wyncote behind Tesco’s Allerton Road. Last year about 15-16 attended the course and 12 now play for our 4ths and 5th teams. One man and one woman are captains next season!
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So the final score was Fulwood 2 Old Albion 1 – mission accomplished! However, Fulwood lost their Ernie Hind Memorial Cup tie 4-2 against first division side Hunts Cross. Brothers Adam and Craig Ramsey were the scorers.