Issue 107 – June 2015
SUBURBAN CHARM
by Stephen Guy, West Derby Society
IT WAS a farming community until the middle of the 19th century when wealthy people started to build large houses. West Derby has seen many changes over the centuries and continues to evolve to accommodate changing times. Early suburban developments included Haymans Green in the 1840s. Builder and architect Thomas Haigh built Lowlands (now West Derby Community Centre) in 1846. He retained his town house on Gambier Terrace, off Canning Street. Lowlands was his country residence, displaying to potential clients his design and building skills. Sandfield Park was created about 1850 and remains a private residential park. Other early developments were around Mill Lane and Eaton Road (formerly Back Lane). There was a surge in housing before the First World War which continued when peace returned. West Derby, like many places across Britain, became a suburb – neither town nor country. It retained its leafy charm while enjoying the convenience of being near the city centre. Darley Drive, pictured about 1925, was one of the first roads in the district designed for middle class professionals. Building work started in Edwardian times and the spacious houses benefitted from gardens and modern facilities such as bathrooms.
Nearby streets of terraced houses including Marlfield Road were occupied by lower middle class families, including clerical workers. A century ago few people owned their own homes, most rented. Larger properties were leased from landowning families such as the Earl of Sefton and Marquess of Salisbury (who is still Lord of the Manor of West Derby today). There were huge housing developments between the wars. Liverpool City Council covered fields around Clubmoor and Norris Green with much-needed housing. Blackmoor House was demolished and many roads with neat semi-detached houses laid out on the estate. Mortgages became more widespread in the 1930s. My father took out a mortgage on a newly-built house in Lisleholme Crescent when he married in 1939. The house cost £500 but many of his neighbours rented their new homes. War was looming and some thought they would be bombed out. They were wrong although several houses in West Derby were destroyed by stray bombs. German aircraft dumped surplus bombs as they headed home following targeted raids. Deysbrook Lane was developed with local authority housing around the time of the Queen’s coronation. Join the West Derby Society at West Derby Courthouse open 2-4 pm most Sundays April to October, admission free.
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Hello everyone, and welcome to the June edition of the LINK – YOUR favourite Local Independent Advertising paper! Remember the West Derby and Croxteth Park LINK goes into 12,500 homes and 2,500 copies go into businesses, supermarkets, train stations……. Well, it’s June already! It’s hard to believe that Dawn and I left the Liverpool Echo 9 years and 3 months ago……and it’s the LINK’s 9th birthday next month! We have never for one moment regretted leaving our jobs at the Echo, although it has been and still is very
hard work. We get to meet so many lovely people, advertisers and readers alike. This month we would like to welcome and introduce you all to Carol Collins. Some of you will remember Carol from her Echo and Merseymart days (little Carol Bettany!) and some of you of course already know Carol from The LINK. Carol will be helping us by looking after some existing advertisers as well as new advertisers. We would also like to welcome all our new advertisers this month and thank you for choosing The LINK.
LINK Pick Up Points Tom Draper’s Newsagents, Town Row, L12 Chocolate Box, 58 Muirhead Avenue L11 1EL Spar West Derby Triangle (by Bulldog Pub) L12 St Mary’s Millennium Centre, West Derby Village Nazda Express, 257 East Prescot Road, L14 Tony’s Newsagents
(Next to Halton Castle) West Derby L12 Deysbrook Community Centre L12 St Mary’s Millennium Centre, Meadow Lane, L12 Alta News, 649c Prescot Road, Old Swan L13 SUPERMARKETS Tesco, Old Swan Asda, Queens Drive/Townsend
Avenue Sainsbury’s, East Prescot Road Asda, Huyton LIBRARIES Norris Green Library, Townsend Avenue, L11 5AF Old Swan Library, Prescot Road, L13 5XG TRAIN STATIONS James Street, Old Hall Street Moorfields, Parkway
Please remember that The LINK is an advertising paper so please support our advertisers and don’t forget to tell them that you saw them in The LINK. Keep sending in your What’s On events and your little stories and we look forward to hearing from you. As always, thank you for your support. Enjoy June – see you next month. Moira, Dawn and Carol
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LOCAL BALLERINA WINS TOP AWARD IN April this year local girl Ellie Young, from Croxteth Park and a past pupil of Chiltern School of Dance and Drama in West Derby, was awarded the prestigious April Olrich Award, an award which given to just one pupil per year within the Royal Ballet School in London. Ellie’s proud mum, Jo, told the LINK: “Like most parents, we are very proud of our child; Ellie has been living away from home, at The Royal Ballet School, since she was 11 years old and whilst it was really hard for us to let our only child leave home at that young age, it was also very exciting for her to fulfill her dream of becoming a ballerina. Now, at the still young age of 15, she is achieving everything she set out to do and more besides. Ellie started dancing at the age of two. The teachers at Chiltern saw something in her ballet technique that prompted them to forward her for an audition with the prestigious
Royal Ballet School in London. And the rest, as they say, is history ...” “April Olrich was an amazing woman”, continued Jo, “a ballerina herself from a young age, she danced in Buenos Aires and New York and trained alongside Margot Fonteyn herself. April was talent spotted by the founder of The Royal Ballet, Dame Ninette de Valois, and became a soloist with the company soon after. April then turned her hand to theatre, TV and film where she met her husband Nigel Pegram, also an actor. As a former ballerina, April wished to encourage the 'spark' in young per-
formers and so from 2000 she sponsored an annual prize for talented students within the Royal Ballet School. Known as the ‘April Olrich Award for Dynamic Performance’, it is awarded annually at the school’s choreographic awards. Sadly, April passed away in (ironically) April 2014, a very sad loss to those who knew this incredible lady. Her award is still passed through via her husband Nigel Pegram, who now looks for that 'spark' within the dancers ... and, this year, it just happens to be our Ellie!”.
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STRANGE TALES by Anton Valdemart THEO Archer was renowned for his talent, a gift he had discovered at an early age filling long afternoons at his grandparents’ house. He enjoyed a privileged upbringing after being orphaned when his parents died in a shipwreck during a violent storm on the Irish Sea. He barely remembered the rather forbidding couple who rarely smiled or showed affection. His grandparents were a different kettle of fish. Mr and Mrs King were caring and compassionate, welcoming him into comfortable Masefield Villa overlooking Stanley Park. Theo started making silhouettes while idly playing with paper and scissors. The Kings attended church three times on Sunday - Theo was also an enthusiastic congregation member. Victorian Sunday afternoons were quiet, giving the boy plenty of time to hone his skills. His first subject was Nancy, the plump maid. Theo asked her to stand still for a few minutes as he snipped out her silhouette from a piece of black paper.
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SINISTER SHADOW “This is truly remarkable,” said Mr King when he saw the finished portrait carefully mounted on a piece of white card. Both grandparents were the next subjects, touchingly portrayed in profile looking at each other fondly. Soon several of their friends and acquaintances wanted to be depicted in silhouette. The vicar simpered happily when handed his silhouette and later the local haberdasher boldly offered to pay for his portrait. Theo agreed to create a large one in black felt displayed in a glass frame above the shop door. Sometime later Theo was struck by the appearance of a man he saw strolling by the park flower beds. He could see the stranger clearly from the study and was impressed by his fashionable clothing. The man was wrapped up against the cold in a long overcoat with astrakhan collar and cuffs. His silk top hat shimmered in the
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weak sunshine. Theo was so engrossed creating the silhouette that he stood in full view in the window, cutting away feverishly. The man looked towards him, his face expressionless, before turning away and disappearing round a wall, leaving just a sinister shadow. A few days later the evening paper carried a story about a confidence trickster who had defrauded a neighbour of the Kings. Theo recognised the suspect’s description immediately. Slippery Symonds was wanted in three countries for a string of similar crimes. His trial at the County Sessions House was reported on both sides of the Atlantic. The public gallery was packed throughout the proceedings presided over by Mr Justice Day, known as Judgement Day. Symonds had escaped detection because of his uncanny ability to change his appearance and assume different roles.
Theo was the key witness when he stood and held up the silhouette alongside Symonds. The jury were convinced and convicted the conman. After sentencing Symonds to 10 years hard labour, Judgement Day turned to Theo. The judge’s hawk-like features broke into a grin as he asked: “Can you do one of me?”
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With summer fast approaching I’ve developed a slight obsession with buying sunglasses. In the past I’ve always had a soft spot for Roberto Cavalli and Bvlgari but for the price you pay after breaking, losing and scratching so many pairs I thought I'd take to the High Street! Who knew there was such choice?! I have fallen in love with these Brown Tortoise Shell Square Sunglasses for £15 from River Island. They’re absolutely perfect for holidays and, at such an affordable price, leaving them by the pool or bar isn’t such a drama! They look so expensive and are the perfect statement piece to top off a poolside look!!
It’s all white for this changeable weather ... As we approach that awkward inbetween stage between spring and summer, it’s hard to know what to wear based on the weather. Everyone knows I love my bright colours but as a failsafe you really can’t beat a good white dress!! It’s clean, classy and goes with a multitude of coloured accessories and shoe choices. Whether it’s midi or maxi it’s a colour that never fails – especially with a good tan! Here are two of my favourite picks that I’m loving at the minute and will most definitely be purchasing: CUT OUT LONG SLEEVE MIDI DRESS WHITE from Missguided, priced at £30. Look fiercely chic in this clean cut out white midi dress. With luscious long sleeves, this stretch crepe beauty with plunging neck will ensure all eyes are on you all night long. Style high with strappy white heels for a lustworthy look!
CORI MESH RACER HIGH NECK BODYCON DRESS WHITE £28 reduced from £35 (MissGuided) This smokin’ hot white racer neck bodycon dress is the perfect purchase for the party season. The super sassy crepe fabric and sharp mesh detailing down both sides will give you a killer silhouette. Style this with up with killer heels and a box clutch for a lustworthy look!
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The only way is Essex ON Friday I was invited down to Essex for the night which I was really looking forward to as I had never been before. I've always heard amazing things so when my friend Paul invited me down for his birthday I was 100% involved! We touched down in Brentwood and naturally the
place to be was Sugar Hut, which is possibly the most talked about venue since the launch of ITV’s ‘The Only Way Is Essex’. After the mass exposure of ‘TOWIE’, people travel from far and wide to attend this amazing venue in the heart of Essex. Besides being my friend’s
birthday it was also a party for former TOWIE star Micky Norcross, who owns the amazing establishment, and Dan Edgar who recently became one of the latest series regulars. We ended up partying till dawn and had the most amazing night. I’m already arranging my return for the coming Bank Holiday!!
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Abseil down the Anglican Cathedral for Nugent Care Pictured left: Some of the pupils with the work created at Bishop Martin Church of England School in conjunction with artist in residence Emma Bush.
Beatles Art ... By Emma Bush Artist in Residence at Bishop Martin Church of England School IN 2013 the Lord Mayor of Liverpool set primary and secondary schools an art competition to design/paint a picture based on Liverpool as a global city. One of our Year 1 pupils, Luke Fawcett, won the whole competition and Connie Shillito, also in Year 1, was a runner-up. As a result, one of the prizes was for the children to work alongside an artist. Emma Bush came up with the design based on the school’s links with St Peter’s Church and the Beatles. It was at the Woolton Fete, held on Bishop Martin School’s field on 6th July 1957, where John Lennon and Paul McCartney first met. Emma works as a Freelance Artist and Arts Education Consultant across Merseyside and the North West. Emma took inspiration from Peter Blake’s cover of the Beatles Album ‘Sgt. Pepper’s’ Lonely Hearts Club Band’. Emma.bush@cr eate.the.change.co. uk
THANK YOU FOR APPEAL SUCCESS WITH just a few more donations to come in, we can safely say that we have achieved our target of £20,000! A massive thank you to all those who have been kind enough to give so generously. Thanks, also, to all those who have volunteered their time and efforts to help raise the funds. Your contributions to preserving the church fabric ensures that all who wish can continue to meet together for worship, prayer, fellowship and service to the community. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP ST MARY’S PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL MAY 2015
THE abseil will take place on August 1 and will raise money for Nugent Care’s Creative Vision Project and will support people who are affected by sight loss. The project enables people to express themselves and their interests through exploring different art mediums developing new skills through shared learning. Contact: 0151 261 4498. Registration fee is £25.
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MAI HELPS ALDER HEY We received this lovely letter during the last month HI everyone, My little girl Mai is nine years old. She has autism and goes to a small local school called Abbots Lea. Whilst on a walk in the park one day Mai said to me: “Mummy I would like to do something nice and kind”. I asked Mai what she was thinking about doing and her reply made me feel really proud and warm inside. Mai said: “I would like to give up sweets, chocolate and biscuits that have chocolate on them and give all the money I save to the sick children in Alder Hey Hospital”. This was a big shock to me as Mai loves all of those things. Originally Mai said
she’d do this for 12 months and I thought it might be a bit hard for her to miss Easter and Christmas so we agreed to 6 months. We went along to Alder Hey to get official sponsor forms, etc, and took it from there. Mai is doing extremely well and is now 5 months in. She has shown true determination and not let them pass her lips once – even on our recent holiday she wouldn't even have chocolate ice cream whilst others did. Mai has raised a couple of hundred pounds but would like to try and raise a bit more so if anyone would like to help her please feel free as it would be greatly appreciated and will be
going to a great cause. Mai has been in hospital many times and would like to give something back. Words can’t describe how proud I am of her kindness and, with her disability, it feels even more special for me. She has been really amazing and is looking forward to enjoying her first favourite chocolate bar once the 6 months have passed!”. If any LINK readers would like help little Mai Hulligan’s with her fundraising then please contact Alder Hey fundraising department on 0151 252 5716 and mention Mai Hulligan or you can call Mrs Louise Hulligan on 07740 589206. THANK YOU
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SWIMMING ASSOCIATION CELEBRATES 150 YEARS EVERTON Swimming Association was started in the Everton district of Liverpool in 1865 and used the bath house/swimming pool in Margaret Street not far from the city centre. Later on the club had to move to the Dovecot district and in the last 30 years moved to Huyton and St Edwards College in Liverpool these pools remaining the home bases of the club. Throughout the various
moves the club has retained its name and ethos as a competitive swimming club and has gained the swim 21 Teaching and Skill Development award. Have you ever been a member of Everton Swimming Association? In order to celebrate our anniversary we are inviting all our old and current members to attend our Celebration Ball at the fabulous Isla Gladstone, Stanley Park, Anfield to
be held on Friday 10th July 2015. Tickets are £30 and include drinks on arrival, a three course dinner and entertainment. This will be a great night and a great chance for a reunion for many of our exswimmers. If you would like to attend, or for more information, please contact Cathy Boardman: cathy.boardman@hotmail.co.uk
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LOOK UP! AND GET MORE SPACE AT HOME FOR JUST £325 WE’D ALL like more room at home. But not everyone can afford to move or extend. So what if there was a way to get extra space for just a few hundred pounds, ready to use in less than a day? In truth, that space is already there. It's just not being used to its full potential. For most, the loft is a dark and dingy place visited on rare occasions; a precarious scramble across dusty beams with torch in hand, grabbing what's needed then clambering back past boxes filled with long-forgotten belongings. But that dark and dingy place is worth thousands. In fact, it takes up a third of the floor space in an average home. So shouldn't we be making the most of it? And that's where More Than Loft Ladders (MTLL) comes in. Founded in Bolton six years ago, MTLL specialises in generating space by making our lofts easily accessible.
The latest MTLL franchise is based in Liverpool and is run by skilled local Mark Pennington who says the company's no-frills approach is what most people are looking for. “We're not selling £15,000 loft conversions,” says Mark. “This is a low-cost and simple alternative. For just £277+VAT you can get a ladder that slides easily up and down, as well as a proper light and some boarding to make the space safe and secure. “We can also fit a draft-proof loft hatch if required from only £55.” The price customers are quoted is the price they will pay, with no additional call out charges. Mark provides a free guarantee on all parts and labour too. For a free survey and quotation with no obligation, contact More Than Loft Ladders now! Call 0800 035 9880 or visit the website at www.morethanloftladders.co.uk
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ARIES Mar 21st - Apr 20th
Travel plans may be cancelled in early June but this is actually a blessing in disguise even if it mightn't feel like it at the time. The Universe has bigger and better plans for you! A surprising email or phone call will prompt research into a new interest which could develop into a real passion. It will be much easier to make plans and negotiate deals mid-month so postpone any major decisions until then. The New Moon on the 16th prompts you to take a trip for pleasure and, if you're not in love, you will find it on your travels. Good luck arrives through your social network near the end of the month.
TAURUS Apr 21st - May 21st
AquaDucked, organisers of the successful Liverpool Duck Trail launched last week are looking for businesses across Merseyside to take part in a Corporate Duck Race held in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. The Corporate Duck Race will be held during the International Mersey River Festival, 7th June at Pier Head Canal Link where all the Corporate Ducks will be dropped into the water in a waddle to the finish line. Each business will
Early June brings an end to a source of unearned income but family is poised to close the gap and pooling resources will help overcome any temporary shortfall. The New Moon on the 16th is ideal for landing a job. Seek opportunities related to teaching, writing, or travel. A relative will tip you off to a great position before it is officially advertised so have your CV ready! If you're looking for a place to live, search areas that are off the beaten path. The surroundings may be unconventional but the price will be great.
GEMINI May 22nd - Jun 21st
The Full Moon on the 2nd could mark the final phase of an intimate relationship. It's important to gain a greater measure of independence this month. You'll garner all sorts of favourable publicity and this is a great time to show off your expertise. It will be easier to get information from a big bureaucracy on the 11th. Mid-month is a good time to initiate a creative project and this could bring fame and acclaim. The New Moon on the 16th is perfect for updating your look. A friend will ask you to accompany them on holiday - be sure to accept. You may spend a bit more money than usual, but you're overdue a splurge.
CANCER Jun 22nd - Jul 23rd
The Full Moon on the 2nd reveals a health issue and someone who has suffered a similar ailment may have a good suggestion. It may be necessary to cancel holiday plans but don't despair as you'll be able to reschedule a much nicer trip. The New Moon on the 16th prompts you to take up a spiritual practice which will bring more peace and contentment. An exciting moneymaking opportunity will arrive towards the end of the month. Go ahead and splurge on some beautiful furnishings for your home.
LEO Jul 24th - Aug 23rd
The Full Moon on the 2nd forces you to put your foot down with people whose needs have been exhausting you. Take the opportunity to go on holiday or buy yourself some luxuries. The first half of June is ideal for getting cosmetic treatments. You'll be delighted with the results. Working as part of a team will yield terrific ideas mid-month and the New Moon on the 16th is ideal for networking. Be sure to attend a conference or party, as you'll make influential contacts. A surprising opportunity to teach, write, or travel will arise by the end of June.
VIRGO Aug 24th - Sep 23rd
The Full Moon on the 2nd could make family life stressful. Fortunately, your personal appeal will be strong at this time, allowing you to win support. It may be necessary to revise travel plans on or around the 11th - be as flexible as possible. You'll realise a career ambition mid-month. The New Moon on the 16th is perfect for changing your look and this will open doors for you. An unexpected work assignment proves lucrative and enjoyable. This is a chance to show off your creative side, marking a wonderful new phase of your career.
LIBRA Sep 24th - Oct 23rd
The Full Moon on the 2nd piles more work on your plate. It will be difficult to accomplish everything but do try. An authority figure may not be sympathetic but don't let their attitude spoil the day. Family will understand and do their best to make life easier. Do accept if a relative offers to babysit or run errands. Expect positive feedback about an academic project mid-June. The New Moon on the 16th beckons you into unfamiliar territory. This is a great time to study a language or take up a musical instrument. A platonic relationship could turn into romance towards the end of June.
SCORPIO Oct 24th - Nov 22nd
The Full Moon on the 2nd could unfairly bring an end to a source of income. Opportunities related to art, fashion, cosmetics and entertainment are strongly featured. The New Moon on the 16th allows you to pay off a debt, enabling you to spend more time on creative pursuits, offering emotional fulfilment. Your work will attract the attention of a respected critic at the end of June. Be sure to display the fruits of your labour at every opportunity.
SAGITTARIUS Nov 23rd - Dec 21st
The Full Moon on the 2nd finds you at odds with a pushy partner. Stand your ground. You're generous by nature but can't continue giving everything away at the expense of your own health. Fortunately, a compassionate mediator will come forward to negotiate a balanced agreement. Look for holiday deals on the 8th. The New Moon on the 16th is perfect for signing a contract or embarking on a serious romance and your expert knowledge gives you a greater measure of freedom towards the end of June. Demand what works for you, even if it means colleagues getting second choice.
CAPRICORN Dec 22nd - Jan 20th
The Full Moon on the 2nd brings an embarrassing secret to light. Do admit a mistake, your honesty will be respected. People will gratifyingly seek your professional advice. The New Moon on the 16th attracts an intellectually stimulating job. Although the pay may not be impressive, you will enjoy developing ideas. Don't be surprised when your boss unexpectedly offers you a ticket to an event on the 21st. You'll have a wonderful time and if you're not in a relationship you could meet that someone special here. Keep your ears open for someone with a sexy accent.
AQUARIUS Jan 21st - Feb 19th
The Full Moon on the 2nd forces you to come to a friend's rescue but their behaviour may force you to re-examine this relationship. You'll be brimming with energy in the first half of June so take this opportunity to get more exercise. The New Moon on the 16th is suffused with romance. If you're single, you’ll meet someone special at a cultural or educational gathering. If you’re in a relationship, your amour will get a big award or prize and you'll indirectly benefit from this. You'll have the power to make a cherished dream come true on the 21st. Don't turn down a well intentioned and generous offer of help - this is the Universe's way of nudging you towards victory.
PISCES Feb 20th - Mar 20th
The Full Moon on the 2nd prompts you to question certain career choices. A rewarding job allowing you to work from home is on the horizon. Be ready to accept this around the 6th. It will be easy to resolve domestic issues in mid-June, with others having a better sense of their schedules. The 14th is perfect for starting a DIY household repair job. The New Moon on the 16th will bring extra funds and your artistic talent will generate more income in the second half of June. Put the money towards improving your existing home or putting a deposit on a place. Take this opportunity to create an abode that allows you to rest and rejuvenate.
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NORRIS GREEN
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THURSDAY CLUBMOOR
Bridge Community Centre 2 Daneville Road 4.30pm & 6.30pm Shirley 286 1935
CROXTETH COUNTRY PARK Rhys Jones Complex Fir Tree Drive South 5.30pm & 7pm Jenny 07792 298792
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SATURDAY WEST DERBY
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be given a large rubber duck to be decorated to their liking – whether this is branded with corporate logos, in a theme of their business practice, or just for fun. There will be prizes given for the best dressed duck, as well as a prestigious trophy to the winning duck. Barry Cole, Managing Director of AquaDucked comments: “We are overwhelmed by the popularity of the Liverpool Duck Trail since its opening last week and we hope that people across the city will support us in forthcoming activities we have planned. We encourage all business to take part in the Corporate Duck race, not only will you be supporting a fantastic cause, you’ll also benefit from improving your business profile in a fun and exciting way!” A number of Liverpool Business have already signed up to race their rivals including
Wongs Jewellers, The Racquet Club Hotel, Marks and Spencer’s Liverpool, and Aintree based Glacial Art Ice Sculptors. The Liverpool Corporate Duck Race mirrors the popular annual Spinningfields, Manchester where hundreds of decorated ducks raised money for a charitable cause. For more information and a downloadable pack go to: http://bit.ly/1F3V29 v or contact Rachael Treacher rtreacher@gmail.com | 0770 250 9227. The Giant Ducks currently nesting in 20 locations across the city will be signed by celebrities before being auctioned off in July, hosted by Sutton Kersh, Merseyside's leading auctioneers. For more information about the auction please contact Helen Goodwin, Marketing Manager at Sutton Kersh on 0151 482 2553 Helen.goodwin@sut tonkersh.co.uk
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LUNCH WITH STYLE WOODLANDS Hospice is delighted to be holding ‘Lunch with Style’ at the Hard Day’s Night Hotel, North John Street, Liverpool L2 6RR on Thursday 16th July 2015 at 1.00 p.m. The event will be hosted by TV and radio presenter Debi Jones and will also feature a talk by Diva Dressing on ‘Finding your Style’ for your body shape. Tickets are £22 including a welcome drink and two-course lunch; there will be opportunities to purchase goods from a range of stalls, have a complimentary hand and arm massage courtesy of LUSH and win some wonderful raffle prizes. For more information and to purchase your tickets
please ring Christine Peach, Community Fundraising Manager, on 0151 529 8117 or email: christine.peach@ai ntree.nhs.uk
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Best foot forward – every Wednesday BALLROOM, Latin and popular Sequence dancing. Every Wednesday at The Railway Club, Melling Road, Aintree, 8.30 to 11pm. Large dance floor, friendly crowd. Admission £3. Contact Maureen McDonald 07866 077053
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HALF-TERM FUN AT NATIONAL MUSEUMS LIVERPOOL JOIN IN with free family activities for everyone this May half-term. The waterfront is going to be buzzing this half-term as it kicks off with a visit to the city from the Three Cunard Queens on Bank Holiday Weekend, and that’s just where the fun begins for National Museums Liverpool. Come and find out more about Cunard, the worldfamous Liverpool shipping company. The Merseyside Maritime Museum are holding a hands-on activity (24, 25, 26 May) where visitors can handle objects and find out about famous Cunard ships such as the Lusitania. We have a fun-filled weekend at Seized! The Border and Customs Uncovered, within the Merseyside Maritime Museum on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May. Live animals, a magician and sniffer dogs will be around for the weekend and Border Force officers will
be on hand to tell visitors about the work that they do. You can even test your skills at becoming one in our Rummage sessions. Head to the International Slavery Museum and join in with African Masks activities on 23 and 24 May where you can find out the meaning of different African masks and decorate your own. Visitors can also hear about beautiful African flowers on 30 and 31 May and make their own to take home. Cross over the bridge to learn more about the First World War at the Museum of Liverpool. We have fun activities where you can handle objects (27 May) from the war or hear the true story of a couple’s experience during the war through the many letters they sent to each other (28 May). Have you ever wondered what is the smallest or the fastest animal? How about the most dangerous or venomous? At World Museum you can find out the answers to
these questions plus more in our Animal Record Breakers activity (23, 24 May). Get you hands on drawing materials and make your way to the Walker Art Gallery. Sketch to your heart’s content in our Sculpture Gallery everyday throughout half-term. After sketching why not make something to take home? We have our Masquerade craft activity (25, 26, 27 May), when you can make your own mask inspired by our paintings and sculptures. Three days of crafts and gallery trails are taking place at the Lady Lever Art Gallery. Join us at Art Village (26, 27, 28 May) when we will take a look at buildings big and small from around Port Sunlight and create 2D and 3D buildings to take home. There’s lots to do, so for more details of our halfterm events and how to book places, please visit liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/h alfterm
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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ 1. The population of Liverpool grew from approx. 5,000 in the year 1700 to approx. what in the year 1800? (a) 25,000 (b) 50,000 (c) 75,000? 2. When was West Derby rail station closed (to passengers)? (a) 1940 (b) 1950 (c) 1960? 3. Which British monarch served 60 years as Prince of
Wales before becoming king? (a) Edward VI (b) Edward VII (c) Edward VIII? 4. In Scotland, the heir to the British throne is known as the Duke of ………..? (a) Renfrew (b) Rothesay (c) Rutherglen? 5. Sydney is located in which Australian state? (a) New South Wales (b) Queensland (c) South Australia?
6. Which one of the following is not a district of New York? (a) Brooklyn (b) Hollywood (c) Manhattan? 7. Which U.S. novelist created the detective Philip Marlowe? (a) Raymond Chandler (b) Clive Cussler (c) Dashiell Hammett? 8. Who wrote the children’s novel “The Wind in the Willows”? (a) Lewis Carroll
(b) Kenneth Grahame (c) Beatrix Potter? 9. In which country was the shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis (1906-75; married to Jackie Kennedy) born? (a) Greece (b) Turkey (c) USA? 10. Who famously sang “Happy Birthday” to President Kennedy in 1962? (a) Marilyn Monroe (b) Frank Sinatra (c) Stevie Wonder?
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EYES DOWN FOR N E W ACTIVITY AT PENSIONERS CLUB IN response to popular demand we are adding to our Thursday community meal and pensioners club with bingo, a new
activity. From 1.30 to 3.15 each Tuesday we will have a bingo club with coffee, tea and cakes during the social
break. For those attending either club the community coach trips will be free of charge. Whilst we are based in Tuebrook, residents come from all over the city; from Deysbrook to Everton, from Walton to
Wavertree to enjoy a relaxed afternoon and all are made very welcome. Councillors Steve Radford and Berni Turner; Tuebrook Hope Group, Christ Church, Buckingham Road, Tuebrook, Liverpool, L13 8AZ
CARDINAL HEENAN PTA END-OF-TERM PARTY ... CARDINAL Heenan PTA present their next event on Saturday 27th June. Live music from Kokopelli, providing an end of term party. Tickets just ÂŁ7. Come along and support a local charity! Book tickets by calling 07751 988768 or visit www.cardinalheenanpta@gmail. com.org.UK
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Norris Green Road L12 Fitzgerald Road L13 Oatfield Lane, Liverpool L21 £122,000 £125,000 £89,950
Sutton Kersh are pleased to offer for sale this well presented three bedroom terraced house with accommodation briefly comprising: entrance hall, lounge, dining room and kitchen. To the first floor of the property there are three bedrooms and bathroom/WC. To the exterior of the property there is a rear yard outhouse currently used as a utility room with gated access. An internal inspection is recommended to appreciate the property on offer. For further details contact Sutton Kersh, West Derby Village on 0151 256 7837
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Space Estates are pleased to offer for sale this lovely four bedroom terraced property, it has been fully refurbished to a beautiful high standard, the property consists of four bedrooms, whole top floor bedroom with en suite bathroom, new fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and new modern fitted bathroom. The property also benefits from brand new central heating system and double glazed windows and new front door, it is also close to local popular shopping areas and good transport links. For further information contact Space Estates on 0151 254 1260
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email: debbie@spaceestateagents.co.uk 448 Queens Drive West Derby Liverpool Merseyside L13 0AR www.spaceestateagents.co.uk
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Put your feet up and relax, no work to be done here because it's all been done for you, all you need to do is move in. A refurbished and tastefully decorated two bedroomed terraced house on a popular street. Would make a super family / first time buyer home........ For further information contact Giovanni on 0151 329 2729
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LAURA’S CHOICE Mater Close Liverpool L9 £175,000 This 5 bedroom stylish and spacious accommodation is set out over 3 floors. The property has the addition of a luxury style orangery and would make an ideal family home.
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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 JUNE 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 ABSEIL DOWN THE ANGLICAN CATHEDRAL FOR NUGENT CARE 1st August 2015. Registration fee: £25. The abseil will raise money for Nugent Care’s Creative Vision Project and will support people who are affected by sight loss. The project enables people to express themselves and their interests through exploring different art mediums, developing new skills CARDINAL HEENAN PTA END OF TERM PARTY Cardinal Heenan PTA present their next event on Saturday 27th June. Live music from Kokopelli, providing an end of term party. Tickets just £7. Come along and support a local charity! Book tickets by calling 07751 988768 or visit www.cardinalheenanpta@gmail.com.org.UK through shared learning. Contact: 0151 261 4498. CHARITY FUND RAISING DAY IN AID OF ALDER HEY RESPIRATORY UNIT Greenbank Lane Allotments, 21 Greenbank Lane L17 1AG. Big Lunch, Sunday 7th June at 1.00pm; BBQ, Cakes, Tea , Coffee, Surplus Plants for Sale, Fun Raffle. Donations of cakes and raffle prizes most welcome. Contact Vera on 07912 206254 NATIONAL OSTEOPOROSIS SOCIETY The Bobbie Drayford Mobility Programme for sufferers of osteoporosis explained and illustrated by Ann Atherton, Specialist in Exercise for Osteoporosis, on Thursday, 18th June, 2015 at 2.00pm. The meeting will be held in The Lecture Theatre in the Education Centre, Royal Liverpool University Hospital, Prescot Street, Liverpool L7 8XP. There is an entrance fee of £2.50 for non-members of the group. All welcome. PRESCOT & DISTRICT BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate Bridge every Wednesday evening at 7.15 p.m. at Huyton & Prescot Golf Club, Huyton Lane, Huyton, L36 1AU. Easily accessible, large car park, friendly atmosphere. For further information contact 0151 426 3050 or www.bridgewebs.com/prescot TRAMWAY & LIGHT RAILWAY SOCIETY (Merseyside Branch) Wednesday, 17th June at the Wirral Transport Museum and Heritage Tramway. Not visited the museum yet? Now's the time! Enjoy a nostalgic afternoon tram-riding and exploring this interesting museum. £5 adults, payable at the museum, includes refreshments. 1.30pm 4.30pm. Meet at museum in Taylor Street, Birkenhead. For reservation please ring 01524 811 334 or email geoffjune@hotmail.co.uk. Everyone welcome. THE 11TH ANNUAL PRESCOT FESTIVAL OF MUSIC & THE ARTS is on from Friday 19th to Sunday 28th June in various venues within Prescot, L34. Full details of all events, including how to buy tickets, can be found on our website: www.prescotfestival.co.uk. Highlights this year include a performance of The Armed Man (20th) and Foden’s Brass Band with BBQ (27th). . REGULAR EVENTS
ALZHEIMER’S SOCIETY Have several support groups in Prescot, Halewood, Huyton and Kirkby for people living with dementia and their carers. The groups provide activities and an opportunity to meet other families with caring responsibilities. There is no charge to attend and refreshments are provided. Please contact us on 426 4433 for further information. BOWEL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Come and meet others, discuss, explore, exchange ideas and laughter in a friendly, nonthreatening environment. If you would like to join us for a cuppa and a chat, come along to Meeting Room ‘A’, upstairs in Childwall Fiveways Centre, on the first Tuesday of every month from 6.00-7.30pm. Patients, former patients, family, friends & carers all welcome!! For more info ring Helen 07948 120955 BREATHE EASY Breathe Easy supports people suffering from lung disease of any kind. We meet every 4th Monday of the month (Excluding December) at Bridge Chapel Tel 0151 224 7778 BROUGHTON HALL CENTRE Yew Tree Lane West Derby L12 9HJ. The Centre for Day Courses Training and Community Events 07980 187 888 E: Barbra.sinclair@broughtohall.co.uk C.A.B. with immediate effect the Fri morning weekly C.A.B. drop in (10am to 12noon) has moved from United Reformed Church Stoneycroft to Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church Buckingham Rd. L13 CHARITY TABLE SALE At the Bridge Centre Trust, every Saturday from 9am to 2.30 pm (pitch available only £7.00). 2 Daneville Road, L4 9RG. Phone 0151 792 8711 CHRIST CHURCH CENTRE, SEDGEMOOR RD. Coffee morning in church centre, Tues 10am12noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome. Call Helen on 0151 474 1444 for info. Connect 'n' Create. Come along for company, a cuppa and a bit of craft or anything creative! All skills, all levels! Wednesdays 10am-12noon. Call Barbara 0151 226 2992 for more information. CROXTETH RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION See our website for details. www.co-residentsassociation.co.uk COFFEE MORNING Wed between 10am – 11.30am young at hearts club every Thurs. 2pm – 4pm. Church of the Good Shepherd Community Rooms, Lover House Lane L11. 2SF. For info call Barbara, older persons community worker on 0151 226 2992. DEYSBROOK YOUNG AT HEART GROUP Meet every Friday 11.00 to 12.30 (except Bank Holidays) at the Deysbrook Village Centre, Deysbrook Way, Liverpool 12. There is a range of activities - creative as well as fun; occasional trips; enjoy a cuppa and a chat. All welcome. DEYSBROOK KNIT AND NATTER Meets at Deysbrook Village Centre on Mondays at 11.00. Beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters welcome. DOES YOUR GROUP NEED A PRESENTATION? Several presentations are available, including, The 20th Century Catthedrals of England, The Leeds to Liverpool Canal, The Anderton Lift, The Revenge Weapons of Adolf Hitler and the Invasion of England, Operation Sealion. Also, the paintings of Canalletto, J W M Turner and L
S Lowry. For further details, contact John on 0151 721 7681. ECZEMA SUPPORT GROUP We are looking for new volunteers to assist with awareness/fundraising events. Contact Mike Birch. mike-birch@blueyonder.co.uk, for info about our work FED UP? Crown Green Bowling for the Gardeners Arms. All new members welcome, beginners (tuition can be arranged if requested) or experienced players. Ladies & Gents teams. Thought the Gardeners Arms Pub has been pulled down our bowling green is still going strong! For info call 0151 228 7792 ROY CASTLE FAGENDS Stop Smoking Support Groups. Weekly: Cohen’s Chemist, Mon 11.30am – 12.45am. Old Swan One Stop Mon 1.30pm – 2.15pm. West Derby Millennium Centre Tue 5.30-6.45pm Yew tree CC Tue 9- 10.15 am and 3.30-4.45pm , Green Lane Pharmacy Tuebrook Sat 10-11.45am Excluding bank holidays (no appointment necessary) free support and access to Nicotine Replacement therapy & Champix Freephone 0800 195 2131 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. GUITAR GROUP FOR ADULT INTERMEDIATES On Monday evenings at 7pm at Lowlands in West Derby Village. Learn the basic guitar chords, strumming patterns and progress to playing songs. If you are interested please email guitarclubgary@aol.co.uk 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 INDOOR BOWLING Have fun at our indoor bowling at St Luke’s Community Centre Princess Drive, West Derby. Mon at 2pm – 3.30 p.m. £1.50 includes a cuppa and cake. Call Lorraine Brown 228 9062 for details. Lunch club 1 till 2pm seniors INDOOR BOWLS Every Wed 12.30 – 2pm. Have fun meet new friends and have some gentle exercise £1 per session including refreshments St Christopher’s Community Hall, Lorenzo Drive . Tel: Barbara 226 2992. KEEP FIT OVER 50’S Huyton Gateway, 115 Rupert Road Huyton L36 9TE a great friendly class for anyone aged 50 + Keep fit improve strength balance and meet new friends. Monday 10 – 11am £3 per class. LINE DANCING Huyton Gateway 115 Rupert Rd Huyton L36 9TE Keep fit have fun, beginners welcome Every Wed 10 a.m. – 11am £3 per class
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 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. LITTLE STEPS For preschool children and carers. St Christopher's, Lorenzo Drive. Wednesdays 9.45am-11.15am Term time. No waiting list. No lower age limit. Just come along or call Sue 0151 226 2992. LIVERPOOL FRENCH CLUB The group still meets on Tuesdays 6pm-8pm, but the venue is now The Cornmarket pub, Old Ropery, off Fenwick Street. All levels of French, for all nationalities (including French) who want to meet up for a natter. Membership is free, no charge for attending. Very relaxed. All levels from beginners to advanced/native speakers welcome. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS (NAWC) The NAWC meet at Lowlands in Haymans Green every Thursday between 2 and 4 pm. Come and enjoy a friendly afternoon. We enjoy guest speakers, outings, theatre trips amongst many other activities. – All are made welcome. Further details about other clubs in Liverpool contact – Pat Blair (0151) 228 0316 or email patblair33@gmail.com THE INKLINGS Writers and poets group. Readings and constructive comments. Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm. Black-E, Great George Street, Liverpool 1. Read or listen. All are welcome. Tel, 07561 077377 NIA HOLISTIC MOVEMENT Thursdays 6-7pm at Millennium Centre, Meadow Lane – a fun, energising class focusing on sensing pleasure, comfort and ease moving your body’s way. Using 9 different movement forms from Dance Arts, Martial Arts & Healing Arts, done barefoot to diverse and inspiring music. Nia is suitable for all ages, abilities & conditions. First class free. Tel: Patricia 07947 480180. NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S CLUBS Thomas Lane Women’s Club are now at The Millennium Centre in West Derby Village, adjacent to St.Mary’s Church. Friday afternoon, 1.30 pm to 3.00 pm. Friendly group, all welcome. OVER 50'S KEEP FIT CLASS Keep Fit class for ages 50+ with inspiring standing/chair-based exercises, Fridays 12.301.30pm. Held at St Aidan's Church Hall, Cherry Lane, Walton, L4 6UG. £3.50 per class, pay as you go. For more information please contact Amy: 07507 015 227 or amy_sand1@hotmail.com. PARENT & TODDLERS FOR PRESCHOOL CHILDREN Monday morning 9.15am – 11.15am during term time at Ebenezer Chapel, corner of Queens Drive and Stanley Park Ave. Come along for a warm welcome cup of tea and chat. Call Mrs Wright. 0151 256 5880
RICHIE THE RANGER GUIDED WALKS: Discover historic sites, beautiful green areas, and tranquil woodlands… all on your doorstep. Contact Richie Baker for info about his guided tours and walks within the city. Email richietheranger@ gmail.com ROYAL SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE SOCIETY Classes at Oakvale United Reform Church, Broadgreen Rd; Wednesday 7.30 to 8.15pm (beginners) and 8.30 to 9.50pm for more experienced dancers. All welcome, all you need is a pair of soft, flat shoes. For info telephone Rosemary (0151) 281 0317 or visit www.rscdsliverpool.org.uk SCARISBRICK RESIDENTS Scarisbrick Residents and Tenants Association meet every second Tue of the month at Lemington Rd School Dinner Centre 6.30pm visit our website for info. www.scarisbrickresidents.info St James CE Mill Lane West Derby. The 5K Café is held every Thurs term time from 11 am to 1.30pm. Lovely food and good company. Donations towards lunch appreciated. 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 TEA DANCE St Luke’s West Derby, Princess Drive, L14. Tel 228 9063 Fri 2 to 3.30pm all welcome. Lunch Club 1-2pm seniors TEA DANCE Monday 1.30 -4pm. Navy Club, Bowring Park. Tel: 0151 280 5050 or 220 1332 THE BRIDGE CENTRE The Bridge Centre old Bridge Inn Pub Broadway L4 9RG. FREE Counselling Service every Wed 10am till 3pm. To book an appointment call 07540177958 ask for Sue. Zumba Classes Tue 6.30pm till 7.30pm. Wed 9.30am till 10.30am. Chair Based Tia Chi Classes. Thurs. 10.30 till 11.30 only £2.50. Ballroom Classes Tue 1.30 till 2.30 pm £3. Tia Chi Classes Tue 11.30 till 12 noon. 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 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 YOGA HUYTON GATEWAY 115 Rupert Rd, Huyton L36 9TE. Relaxed friendly hatha yoga class taught by Frank Perry. Beginners welcome. Every Mon., 11.15am –12.15 pm and Thurs., 6–7pm; £3 per class.
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Stainless Steel Sink top new cost £155 sell for £60. Black and Decker car hoover excellent condition £30 T: 0151 546 2120
Electric Fire with marble £95 M: 07785936794 HP Ink cartridges HP338 and HP343 genuine unopened £5 each M: 0786767444 T.V. 14” Portable Philips box type plus a video machine Akai (VHS) both very good condition £25
0151 287 4080 Scholl percussion massager hand held helps with back pain T: 0151 287 4080 Childs Scooter suitable for boy or girl excellent condition £15 T 0151 287 4080 Small Mobile Scooter new never
used fit in boot of car good offers only T: 0151 722 2319
drawers height 4ft width 1M good condition £20 0151 734 4338
Royal Albert bone china old country rose tea service including two large cake plates immaculate £99 T: 0151 734 4338
Beech gliding crib cost £200 sell £40 o.n.o. M: 07715210050
Mahogany display cabinet 2 glass shelves 2 bottom
Ladies north face ? length jacket size 14 as new grey 0151 270 2444 Ladies duffle coat with hood beige colour large new £125 in John Lewis sell for £70 o.n.o. Ladies black leather coat ? cost £100 sell for £30 0151 428 5229 Sofa bed double size pale green in good condition (room needed) £25 o.n.o. 0151 722 8822 Wool Rug orange lemon pattern size 6ft x 4ft £20. One pair Murano glass fish size 14” multicoloured £20 0151 498 4721 Two Tents 2 mattresses poles pump £50. Bedside table with draw matching 3
draw side table good condition £40 0151 256 8963 Full set Golf Clubs Ping irons 3 Callaway clubs with golf bag and balls £50 o.n.o. 0151 546 0252 Panasonic bread maker with fruit and nut dispenser, instructions and recipe book good working order £35 T: 0151 724 1556 M: 07843727034
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Hoover new unused £40. Computer scanner printer stand cost £1,000 sell for £120 0151 733 5196
Free View set up Talk Talk never used still in box £25 0151 498 4119 0151 498 4119
Crown Green Bowls pair Lignum vitae 2lb 8oz bias 2 full recently renovated £50 M: 07867674444
House Bricks (small quantity) approx. 400 mostly common concrete some Anglian (Beesley & Fidles) £50 o.n.o. Black leather couch similar Oxley leather recliner large sofa page 981 in Argos catalogue £95 o.n.o. M: 07544823606
Black glass two tier T.V. unit three weeks old cost £60 sell £30 o.n.o. 0151 486 9022
Oval Mirror on stand French style, on stand £20. Aluminium double step ladder £20 after 6pm 0151 428 5510
Morphy Richards stainless steel electric mini oven with rotisserie never used £40 0151 228 6695 Man’s black leather jacket large £10. Kitchen table and four chairs £65. Bag full of ladies clothes size 12 £10 0151 280 1462
Two Mountain bikes one ladies and one gents £100 the pair. 0151 545 0078 Display unit brand new£20 0151 428 6401 Ladies clothing £1 per item dresses etc. excellent condition size 10 M: 07929012587 Boot Sale Items 3 boxes £5 per full box M: 07929012587
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Pop Quiz 1. Which one of the following was not a music journalist prior to their own musical career? (a) Chrissie Hynde (Pretenders) (b) Suggs (Madness) (c) Neil Tennant (Pet Shop Boys)?
To enter send your completed Sudoku, with your name, address and telephone number to: SUDOKU, PO. Box 170, Liverpool LINK, liverpool L25 7WK by the 15th June 2015.
2. Which of the following singles was the UK “No.1” for 3 weeks in June 2000? (a) Breathless (The Corrs) (b) 7 Days (Craig David) (c) It Feels So Good (Sonique)?
The winner’s name will be published in the next months issue. Sudoku is a highly addictive puzzle game with one rule: Place the number from 1 to 9 in each row, in each column and each 3 x 3 box.
Across: 1. Lilliput 9. Ena 10. Danube 11. Oddie 12. NI 13. Arteta 18. Orb 20. Oars 21. Sami Hypia 24. Alma 25. Cry 27. Ag 29. Lasso 31. Nod 33. Arbeloa Down: 1. Leon Osman 2. Indira 3. Lad 4. Idea 5. PA 6. UN 7. Tu 8. Vera 14. Royal 15. Tap 16. Erics 17. Tsars 19. BMA 22. Ill 23. HM 26. Yolk 28. Goa 30. Ado 32. Dr
3. Which of the following singles was the UK “No.1” for 4 weeks in June 1970? (a) Knock Three Times (Dawn) (b) In The Summertime (Mungo Jerry) (c) Something In The Air (Thunderclap Newman)?
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1. County town of Lancashire (9) 2. “Royal ----“: famous Mersey ferry boat (4) 3. “--- at Work”: Aussie band who had 1982 hit single “Down Under” (3) 4. Name by which the 60’s cartoon character Top Cat was known to his friends (1,1) 5. Lift (5) 6. American hospital TV drama series (1,1) 7. Kinetic, nuclear & thermal are all exa ples of ------- (7) 8. District of North London, home of a Premiership football team (9) 12. “-------- Park”: 1993 Spielberg film sta ring Richard Attenborough (8) 13. Top of triangle, cone, etc. (4) 18. On one occasion (4) 20. “Fruit and ---“ (3) 22. Second largest U.S. state: capital Austin (5) 26. Take exam or take a seat (3) 28. Implement attached to fishing rod, used to wind line up (4) 30. “--- Friday”: Chris Evans TV show 1996 2000 (1,1,1) 33. That is (1,1) 34. “Just – Stories”: one of Kipling’s best known works (2)
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1. David Bowie 2. Kenny Everett 3. Alan Freeman 4. The Specials 5. Handel 6. Lynyrd Skynyrd 7. The Dakotas 8. Kenny Lynch 9. John Bonham 10. Deep Purple
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4. Peter Gabriel was the vocalist with which band from 1967 to 1974? (a) Genesis (b) Van Der Graaf Generator (c) Yes?
5. With which female singer did Peter Gabriel record the 1986 Top 10 si gle “Don’t Give Up”? (a) Kate Bush (b) Alison Moyet (c) Dusty Springfield?
6. Malcolm McLaren was the manager of which famous band? (a) Led Zeppelin (b) The Sex Pistols (c) The Spice Girls?
7. “Let Hates Be” is an anagram of which famous band name?
8. Which DJ, born on Merseyside in 1939 (died 2004), had the “real name” John Ravenscroft? (a) Kenny Everett (b) John Peel (c) Ed Stewart?
9. Which one of the following bands would most accurately be described as a “folk-rock” band? (a) Fairport Convention (b) Free (c) Fun Lovin’ Criminals?
10. Which one of the following played piano on the Meatloaf album “Hang Cool Teddy Bear”? (a) Stephen Fry (b) Hugh Laurie (c) Griff Rhys Jones?
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WHY DETOX? By Paul Coshott FOR a few years now, the word 'detox', or 'cleanse', seems to crop up more regularly within the fitness industry. As more and more of the general public become familiar with the words, or diet plans, a 'detox' or 'cleanse' is slowly becoming common knowledge. Whether it be training or mental focus, I'm pretty old school. I believe that hard, determined training as well as a healthy diet will get you the results you desire. Being a life coach and therapist, I have always been more
into the motivational side of things. For the past 18 months now, I have been paying more of an interest into detox diets and quite a few of my clients have recently been following detox and cleanse programmes, with great results. We are surrounded by so many toxins these days, whether it be air fresheners in our cars, different kinds of toiletries, household cleaning products, junk food etc. Our bodies are designed to naturally metabolise and expel unwanted elements, but the body’s ability to cope with these chal-
lenges can diminish with the ever increasing overload of toxins. The body will try and rid us of these toxins through the liver, kidneys, and the respiratory systems and toxins that are not eliminated will be stored in the body, often in fatty tissue and the environment of the body will become more acidic. By following a clean diet, i.e. no dairy, wheat, alcohol, caffeine, red meat etc, for a period of, say, 10 days your body will start becoming more alkaline, and therefore less toxic, and it will become easier for your body to
SOUTH’S GREATEST EVER SEASON? By Jim Stanway SINCE the current club’s formation in 1935, South Liverpool FC have had some memorable and successful seasons in their 80-year history but few can match the exploits of 2014-15. Before the Second World War, South achieved great success, culminating in a Welsh Cup success against Cardiff City in 1938-39. More recently, South won the Lancashire Combination title in 1965-66 when the next step up was Football League membership. Their best season in the Northern Premier League was 1983-84 when the team won three trophies including a Liverpool Senior Cup win over a very strong Liverpool side. What makes 2014-5 so special was that three teams within the club all achieved success at the same time, winning two league titles, two cup wins, one cup runners-up and a promotion as runnersup for the reserves. The first team won the West Cheshire League title by 12 points from their main rivals, Cammell Laird Reserves, winning their last seven league games, scoring 24 goals in the process and conceding just one. The team lost only one league game all season, conceding merely 23 goals in 30 league fixtures. The team scored over 100 goals in all competitions, reaching the final of the West Cheshire League Cup, losing the final despite having more of the play and more of the chances. Striker Alex Woodcock scored 34 goals in his
Top scorer Ali Woodcock is pictured with club captain Cameron Dalton best season for the club while his co-striker Cameron Dalton notched 24 goals, making them the most effective strike force in the league. Special mention should also go to keeper Sam Mass, who kept 15 clean sheets, including a club record 8 consecutive clean sheets. The youth team, under the management of Mark Eyres and Dave McDonough, won all before them, clinching the West Cheshire League youth division by 8 points, losing only two league games during the season and remaining unbeaten at home. During the final week of the season, the team won two cups, defeating Maghull in the final of the Liverpool Youth Cup and West Kirby in the final of the West
Cheshire League Youth Cup. Special mention should go to striker Alex Griffiths who scored 36 goals in all competitions and attacking midfielder David Mee who notched 37 goals. The final club match of the season saw the reserves defeat Upton AA Reserves by 4-0 to achieve the required 3goal margin for promotion to the second division. The crucial game was the final away match at Neston Nomads where a 3-1 win against their main rivals put the ball firmly in South’s court. 2014-15 will live long in the memory for everybody involved with South Liverpool FC. It has certainly set a very high standard for future seasons!
THE LIVERPOOL PERSONAL TRAINER break down fat. Also, by following this kind of diet plan every now and again, it will help support a healthy system that can provide energy and vitality, normal immune function and skin tone. 10 Week Detox and Cleanse Programme If you are interested in attending my Boxercise sessions, and following a 10-week detox and cleanse programme, then please contact me asap, as I now only have limited space available Paul; 07887 868872; www.liverpoolpersonaltrainer.com
END OF SEASON BASH by Bill Chambers LIVERPOOL Sefton Hockey Club’s Annual End of Season Dinner was held at Liverpool Cricket Club on April 25th. It was attended by over 100 players and guests. Guests of Honour were Mr Hans Broekerman, head teacher of Liverpool College with whom the club has a close partnership; Carl Woods, of West Derby Hockey Club and the Founder of Hockey for Heroes and Club Sponsor Alex Price of MandS, Hair and Beauty Suppliers. A great night was had by all and over £800 was raised by an interminable raffle plus auctions of hockey sticks and beauty hampers to support coach training. The highlight of the Dinner, preceded by the AGM, was the award of prizes and recognition of the successes of many players, coaches, umpires and administrators. Club Secretary Gill Cussons was congratulated on the award of Honorary North Life Membership of the Northern Hockey Association. Jenny Ratcliffe was congratulated on becoming an International Umpire and 18 players were recognised for playing for National, Regional and County junior, adult and veterans teams. The major club prize, the Ralph Owen Trophy, was awarded to Rachel Kelly for outstanding services to the club and Ted Williams, who has played for the club since the early 1970s, was
awarded the newly instituted Umpires Prize for famously umpiring in Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales on the same day. I am reliably informed that the evening ended at 6.00am somewhere in Liverpool town centre….! We are now into men’s, mixed and women’s summer hockey and are preparing for our participation in the Hockey for Heroes Tournament in Kirkby on FA Cup Final day. The annual Back to Hockey initiative started on Tuesday 12th May and continues at Wyncote until June. Throughout the summer we will be preparing for our new Secondary School Hockey on Sunday mornings at Liverpool College and the brand new Archbishop Blanch pitch which starts in September. Enjoy your summer!
‘Ones to Watch’ for June Thursday 4th June Fairport Convention – The Citadel, St Helens 7.30pm – Tickets £18 Friday 5th June The Beatles – A Musical Celebration – Floral Pavilion, New Brighton 7:30pm – Tickets £16 Pinked Floyd Tribute Show – Floral Pavilion, New Brighton 8pm – Tickets £14 The Small Fakers (Small Faces Tribute) – Cavern Live Lounge 8.30pm – Tickets £10 Sunday 7th June The Young Fathers – The Kazimier, Wolstenholme Square 7.30pm – Tickets £10 Saturday 13th June The Fireflys – Brindley Theatre, Runcorn 7.30pm – Tickets £7.50 Thursday 18th June
12.30pm-9.30pm both days – Free Entry Friday 26th June Boo Hewerdine – Citadel, St Helens 7.30pm – Tickets £14
Tony Visconti & Guests perform David Bowie’s The Man Who Sold the World – O2 Academy, Liverpool 7pm – Tickets £20 The JJohns – Bumper, Hardman Street 7pm – Free Entry Friday 19th June Good Friday Project ft Interrobang and more – Zanzibar, Seel St 7.30pm – Tickets £4 or £5 OTD Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June Africa Oye Festival – Sefton Park
Friday 26th, Saturday 27th & Sunday 28th June Jump on Demand Music Festival – The Magnet, Renshaw Street 7pm – 11pm every day – £10 weekend tickets /£6 day tickets. Visit www.merseygigguide.co.uk for: Complete Gig Listings Band Profiles Festival Listings Open Mic Events Ticket links are available on merseygigguide.co.uk – search by band name or date. To include your gig in The LINK next month, email nic@merseygigguide.com
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AXE FALLS ON PREMIER STATUS IN DRAMATIC FINALE by Mick Titherington STONEYCROFT FC will play their football in Division 1 next season after their bid to stay in the top tier failed in a last gasp attempt to avoid the drop. You could not have written a more dramatic script if you tried! Lower Breck were the visitors to Maiden Lane and before the game were on 26 points with the Croft on 24 so the stakes could not have been higher. It was the final game for both sides and whoever took all three points would secure their position in the LCPL Premiership. As one would expect, both sides started in determined fashion and competition was fierce but fair with the home side slightly on top. But that season
long Stoney curse of missed opportunities struck again early in the game with three good chances coming and going begging, two of them perhaps being easier to score rather than miss. When that happens one always fears the worst and that those misses would prove costly and so it was when, almost in the blink of an eye, the visitors accrued a 0-3 lead and it looked all over. As the dark clouds began to gather and the Croft demise seemed complete a brilliant move involving five or six one touch passes culminated in Callum Walker meeting a right wing cross perfectly to put them back in the game. Minutes later with an almost carbon copy move this time finished off in similar fashion by
Woodward led the Croft supporters to believe the unbelievable. With less than ten minutes to go the Croft were sensationally awarded a penalty – was a fantastic fight back on the cards? While players, officials and supporters held their breath ace spot taker Kirkpatrick, with a 100% record, coolly placed the ball, took an unusually long run up and hit it to the keeper's right. Unfortunately for him and his team the ‘Breck keeper chose the right way to go and saved the penalty and with it his team’s premiership status, condemning the Croft to their fate.
MORE CUP GLORY FOR CRONUS PEGASUS AFTER a cup final shock for the Cronus Pegasus u9s Saturday team, losing 1-0 to Green Park in the Alice Petricca cup final, it was the Sunday team’s turn for cup glory in the Walton and Kirkdale JFL, the boys winning the Knockout Cup Final 3-1 after getting through 4 tough rounds. Two great goals from Dylan Crawford and another from Joe Smith saw the boys 3-0 up at half-time despite a spirited effort from Farmers u9s. The second half was a formality with Farmers grabbing a late consola-
tion goal. The tournament season has started in earnest; a team of 8 players from the u9s went to Knutsford to play in the Egerton Classic tournament. The boys were again paired with Failsworth Boys from Manchester in a really tough group Cronus’ group including good sides such as Runcorn Linnets, Brooklands Dragons from Manchester and Egerton Pumas. The boys missed a glut of early chances and were edged out 1-0 by Failsworth. However, this was followed by 4 great victories and then a
frustrating 0-0 draw against Runcorn Linnets, whose keeper made several great saves. Despite finishing with identical records to both Failsworth and Brooklands, Cronus finished runners up in the group on goal difference so then dropped into the Plate competition against the other 3 group runners-up. The boys never really found their rhythm but managed to edge past Frodsham JFC with a penalty from Dylan Crawford in a 1-1 draw followed by successful penalties by Logan Deegan-Hughes and a smashing winning
penalty in sudden death from Joe Smith. The boys then went onto play Wilmslow Sports FC in the Plate final, the Wilmslow side being cheered on by celebrity parents Robbie Savage, Freddie Flintoff and former England cricket captain Michael Vaughan. After a below par performance from Cronus, the match went to penalties. Joe Storey in goal was again superb, saving 2 penalties, meaning Logan Deegan-Hughes and then a brilliant penalty into the top corner from Brodie Williams saw the boys win a dramatic shoot-out and finish as Plate champions. The boys were also very happy to get pictures afterwards, not with Robbie Savage but with his Porsche sports car which they were thrilled to have a good look at!! There will be more tournaments every week until August so there will be many more great reports to follow in
the Liverpool Link this summer. APJFL side: Joe Storey, Sam Smith, Louis Murphy, Harvey Edgar, Luke Roberts, Tom Clayton, Dylan Kendrick WKJFL side: Luke Miller, Brodie Williams, Ryan Jones, Logan Deegan-Hughes, Dylan Kendrick, Dylan Crawford, Harvey Edgar, Tom Clayton, Joe Smith.
ALDER FC: FIRST TEAM PROMOTION By Peter Harrison FOLLOWING a strong final run into the last quarter of the season, and six successive league victories, the first team have gained promotion to the Premier Division of the Liverpool County Premier League, finishing second, six points behind the league winners. Impressive victories against, amongst others, Alumini, Brnesc, Litherland Remyca and Lucas Sports saw the team clinch promotion. Regular marksmen Buck and Jobbo have also been joined on the score sheet with goals from Jamie Clays, Gilbo and a Gary Tynan strike against Remyca. Manager Scott Aitcho and assistant Norman Maddison can now start planning for the new campaign in the higher division. The second team have also had a strong finish to the season and have fin-
ished a respectable sixth in their division. Again a strong finish to their league games has seen them secure victories against Red & Blue and Aintree Villa, draw against Warbreck and suffer a narrow 3-2 defeat to promotion contenders St Michaels. Phil King and Sean Davis have again shared the spoils in terms of goals, but it was good to see Tony Conroy (Popeye) score his first goal of the season against St Michaels and then treat us to a wild celebration which involved putting his belly on show. The season has now ended successfully with one team promoted, a league win for the Sunday Vets’ team and a cup win for the ladies Sunday team. It all starts again in August – but in the meantime have a great summer break from all at the Alder.