West Derby Link October 2014 by Liverpool Link

Issue 99 – October 2014

GLASSHOUSE PEOPLE by Stephen Guy, West Derby Society Conservatories continue to be popular as comfortable extensions to houses where people can relax in pleasant surroundings throughout the year. West Derby played a part in Victorian and Edwardian times when bigger and better glasshouses appeared. Several big houses sported conservatories as well as substantial greenhouses in their grounds. The Earl of Sefton had many hothouses at Croxteth Hall and they are still an attraction in the walled garden.

Paint manufacturer Richard le Doux cultivated prize orchids at Marlfield, his grand house off Town Row. After his death the blooms were auctioned off to enthusiasts. Among the houses that boasted large conservatories were Blackmoor, Leyfield Priory and Holly Lodge. It is believed a large conservatory was planned for Lowlands in Haymans Green but abandoned when the owner, Thomas Randles Withers, died suddenly. Two doors were left leading nowhere. Lowlands, the West Derby Community Centre, was recently given a big

aspidistra which is now on the top landing. The Victorians were very fond of these evergreens from the Far East. They

placed the ornamental plants in their cluttered homes where they thrived on little attention. There were several prosperous nurseries where flowers and other plants were grown in large greenhouses. A century ago Leyfield Nursery had 10 greenhouses and another in the Village around 20. At least two West Derby companies supplied glasshouses across Britain. Shilton’s, based in the Village, was founded in 1876. An advert from 1908 (pictured) shows an enormous greenhouse. The company’s products included conservatories, greenhouses, vineries, garden frames, poultry houses and dog kennels. The advert said: “Erected in any part of the country by

experienced workmen, with all the latest improvements. A large quantity to select from. Delivered free to any railway station in England and Wales.” On Leyfield Road Roberts the heating engineer designed and built hothouses of every description for any part of the country. He patented a new system of ventilating equipment and said greenhouse heating was his speciality. Mr Roberts declared: “The life of every plant depends upon proper and necessary heat. I make it my business to become acquainted with the most progressive ideas, practices and requirements of the heating trade.” Nurseries and small holdings were a feature of West Derby until the 1960s when most were developed for housing. Join the West Derby Society at its next meeting 7.30 pm on Wednesday 15 October at Lowlands, 13 Haymans Green, Liverpool L12 7JG.

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HELLO EVERYONE, AND WELCOME TO THE OCTOBER ISSUE OF THE LINK – your favourite local independent advertiser Dawn Williams

Moira Hesketh

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Have a great October, enjoy Halloween and don’t forget to put your clocks back on 26th October. 15th October

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PARANORMAL NIGHT TO RAISE FUNDS FOR MARIE CURIE CANCER CARE Liverpool residents are invited to come along to a Paranormal Night with the UK Shadow Seekers, being held on behalf of Marie Curie Cancer Care. The Paranormal Night/Ghost Hunt is taking place from 8pm to 3am on Saturday 25th October at The Rotunda Community College, 109 Great Mersey St., Kirkdale, and has been organised by the local fundraising group. The valuable funds raised on the night will help local Marie Curie Nurses provide free care to people with terminal illnesses in their own homes.

Peter Guest (Chairman), from the Old Swan & Knotty Ash Fundraising Group, said: “We are a new group in the area and this will be our first event so we want to make it a special one. “This is a great opportunity in the run up to Halloween to explore this historic building under the guidance of The UK Shadow Seekers, who are kindly giving their expertise for free for this event. “Its promises to be a fantastic night to have fun, make new friends and raise vital funds that will help Marie Curie nurses provide more hours of free care for

people with terminal illnesses in the Liverpool area”. Peter also went on to say “Anyone wishing to join our fundraising group should get in touch. “Giving just a small amount of your time can make such a huge difference.” Tickets are priced at £30 must be booked in advance, and places are strictly limited. For more information about The Paranormal Night with The UK Shadow Seekers, Please contact Peter Guest on 07832 225408

Remember to put the clocks back on October 26th.

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STRANGE TALES

TOGETHER FOREVER by Anton Valdemart

“Amelia was my greatest love and my greatest challenge,” said The Modeller, his delicate hands gently smoothing his wife’s gown. Dawkins had been wondering what to expect when he was summoned to the grand

villa off Lark Lane. Both he and his cousin, The Modeller, shared long careers in the fairground entertainment business. After amassing considerable fortunes they retired and went their separate ways. Now they sat in the opulent drawing room of Stoneleigh House.

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Birds chirped in the large garden and the soothing sound of horses’ hooves could be heard in the distance. Amelia stood beautiful and serene, a faint smile on her lips, wearing an immaculate lavender dress and clutching a parasol as if about to take a walk. The Modeller’s cheek

almost touched hers: “This is just as she was the day we were engaged,” he said, tearfilled eyes resting on her delicate features. “We were both 21 and just three months later we were married. A year to the day after our wedding she died from influenza. My greatest challenge was capturing

www.liverpoollink.co.uk the beauty of her complexion. I had to blend and mould the wax many times to achieve the desired effect.” He mournfully beckoned Dawkins to follow him. They went slowly to the morning room, which was airy and simply furnished. Emily sat in an armchair, her glassy brown eyes staring through the lace curtains in a perpetual, unblinking stare. “Dearest Em was a trial in life but did not present many problems after passing on,” said The Modeller sadly. “Consumption claimed her. The facial features and sallow skin tone were relatively easy to recreate.” They moved on to the library where Constance stood holding a leather-

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bound book. “Connie was my third wife and I mistakenly thought we would be together for the rest of our lives. “She died in a terrible accident two months ago and I have just completed her likeness.” He choked back tears but quickly recovered himself. The Modeller and Dawkins sat together opposite the effigy, so lifelike it seemed to breathe. The maid brought in tea and The Modeller said quietly: “I have not long to live. My exertions coupled with emotional stress over the past 10 years have weakened my heart.” The Modeller died a few weeks later and Dawkins inherited

Stoneleigh House. There was a strict condition to which he had to agree before accepting the generous bequest. The Modeller wrote in the closing paragraph of his will: “In life they gave me love and companionship. We must remain

together forever in the house that we loved.” A sealed envelope was opened on the day of the funeral. It revealed what could be found in a dressing room cupboard. The self-portrait was perhaps The Modeller’s greatest triumph.

His shiny lifelike hair, moustache and wistful gaze were captured brilliantly. Dawkins placed The Modeller next to Amelia with Emily and Constance on either side. Then he sealed the room forever.

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LIFE ‘n’ STYLE with JADE AINSWORTH

Time flies when you’re partying hard in Ibiza ... Hey guys, can’t believe its October already! Where has this year gone?? It’ll be Christmas before we know it. I’m slightly behind with the winter wardrobe as I’ve only just got back from Ibiza for the closing parties and what am amazing time I had!!! After losing out on the first trip there after falling ill, I

certainly made up for it this time! Feeling quite depressed coming home to this cold weather! So October is all about Halloween in my opinion and with it being on a Friday this year it’s even better so myself and my mum have decided to put a Trick or Treat Night on in Woolton Conservative Club

starting at 7 o’clock. There will be food and entertainment so it’s a great place to take the kids. Tickets will be priced at £15 for adults and £5 for children. Well now onto my favourite fashion picks and for me jeans in general are still an undisputed fashion must-have for every woman’s wardrobe. Continued, Page 7

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As a style that tends to rotate far more quickly than other trends, you can dress them up or down, for day or night! So my advice is to up your jean collection this year! My favourite styles are: The Boyfriend Jean Get comfortable with these slouchy, oversized style jeans. Whether distressed or faded, you can pair them with heels and super girly accessories for the perfect juxtaposition. Looking for a more casual style? Then team this baggier jean with a flat tennis shoe and your favorite cardigan for the perfect daytime look. At the minute I am absolutely loving these Fearne Cotton Boyfriend Cut Ripped Jeans from Very for £29.00. Or These Anthony Vaccarello X Versus Versace Jeans from Matchesfashion .com at £330 are a perfect example.

Skinny Jeans Skinnies – this rocking fad is here to stay! If you're feeling on the wild side then select a pair of jeans that have bright or loud print to bring some wanted attention to your legs. Make sure to pair them with a solid, neutral top like a bold Peter Pan style. These Lara Super Skinny Tartan Check Tube Jeans from Boohoo at £20.00.

High-Waisted Jeans A super fun way to style your favourite pair of high-waisted jeans is pairing them with a cute and bright cropped top. Chic and on trend, highwaisted jeans are great teamed with ankle boots or thigh highs.

I adore these fab ones from Miss Selfridge and at a bargain price of £34.00 they really are worth every penny.

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ACTING ANGELS YOUTH DRAMA Can we let young people interested in Drama know that the Acting Angels Youth Drama Group will start in September, every Monday night 5pm to 6.30pm, at the Tuebrook Hope Centre, Christ Church, 4 Buckingham Road. Tuebrook.

We very much hope that young people, both those who attended earlier in the year and those who may start for the first time, will come along and really enjoy this facility. We would particularly like to thank the Eleanor Rathbone Trust

and the Tuebrook/Stoneycroft Community First Panel for supporting this project. Cllrs Steve Radford and Hazel Williams Chairman and Treasurer, Tuebrook Hope Group

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WHICH PRESENT FOR WHAT YEAR WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

9 – Years is pottery/willow

30 – Years is pearl

10 – Years is tin

40 – Years is ruby

11 – Years is steel

45 – Years is sapphire

12 – Years is silk/linen

50 – Years is golden

13 – Years is lace

55 – Years is emerald

14 – Years is ivory

60 – Years is diamond

15 – Years is crystal

65 – Years is blue sapphire

20 – Years is china

70 – Years is platinum

25 – Years is silver

75 – Years is gold or diamond

1 – Year is cotton/paper 2 – Years is paper/cotton 3 – Years is leather 4 – Years is fruit/flowers 5 – Years is wood 6 – Years is sugar 7 – Years is wood/copper 8 – Years is Bronze/pottery

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SOROPTIMIST OPEN EVENING Soroptimist International of Liverpool are holding an Open Evening at 6.00pm on Wednesday, 8 October 2014, at Aigburth Peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hall, Aigburth Vale L17 0DG, when you will be able to learn more about our organisation, our Club and the projects and events we are involved in.

Soroptimist International is an organisation for women, especially those in professions and business, who work to improve the lives of women and girls in local communities and throughout the world. Soroptimism also offers friendship too. If you wish to attend the Open Evening, or learn more about

Soroptimist International of Liverpool, please contact Anne by telephone (07814 564649) or email annegrimes19 @gmail.com More information about Soroptimist International can be found at www.sigbi.org/liverpool . We do hope you can join us!

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NATHAN’S STORY Would you believe that my eye condition originally started at the age of 5 with a pain in my knee? I was diagnosed with Juvenile Chronic Arthritis. One day at school I couldn’t make out what was being written on the board in front of me, I was very scared and was then diagnosed with Uveitis caused by the inflammation from the back of my eye. I was 17 when things got really bad. I was playing football as I still found it in me to compete and play with those who have full sight. It was something I was very proud of. I knew things were not right – I knew it was serious. That was the last time I ever played football in a fully sighted league. In February this year I was plunged into darkness. I was devastated and felt so isolated. I didn’t want my friends to feel like they had to be my carer so I hid away at home alone. I can’t believe I’ve now got my independence back. Who would have thought that I would be going on a train to Nottingham by myself! Not by myself exactly – I was with Hudson my new best friend. Hudson is my Guide Dog: the reason

I am independent again and the reason I am able to be a young man having fun with my friends. Amazing people like you have changed my life forever, people I have never even met, people I can never thank enough have given me Hudson. Every hour of every day in the UK someone else loses

their sight. You can help by donating an hour of your time to collect during our annual campaign which launches in September. Join us and become an “Hour Hero” by texting Volunteer 84555 or visit www.guidedogs.org.uk/GD W14 Registered charity no. 209617.

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GENERAL KNOWLEDGE QUIZ 1. Which one of the following has three legs in its flag? (a) Cornwall (b) Isle of Man (c) Isle of Wight (d) Jersey? 2. Of which country is San Jose the capital? (a) Costa Rica (b) Honduras (c) Nicaragua (d) Puerto Rico? 3. Which actor starred in the films Withnail and I and How to Get Ahead in Advertising, both directed by Bruce Robinson? (a) Hugh Grant (b) Richard E Grant (c) Nigel Havers (d) Robert Powell?

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Larry is a very beautiful boy who is friendly with everyone he meets, his tail wagging all the time. He loves nothing more than going for walks with his carers, and playing games. Larry is very good with other dogs, and has many canine friends at the centre. He would be suited to a home with no other small pets, but could share a home with a larger dog. He can live with children aged 10 and over. If you can give Larry a loving home, please contact Dogs Trust Merseyside on 0151 480 0660 or drop into the centre at Whiston Lane, Liverpool, L36 6HP Dogs Trust is the UK’s largest dog welfare charity and cares for over 17,000 stray and abandoned dogs each year through its network of 19 Rehoming Centres across the UK and one in Dublin For more information about the charity’s work please visit www.dogstrust.org.uk

4. In what year was Brookside first broadcast? (a) 1980 (b) 1982 (c) 1984? 5. In what year was Coronation Street first broadcast? (a) 1960 (b) 1962 (c) 1964? 6. In which year did Lime Street Station first open? (a) 1836 (b) 1856 (c) 1876? 7. Who was the British prime minister at the time of President Kennedy’s assassination? (a) Harold Macmillan (b) Alec Douglas-Home (b) Harold Wilson (d) Ted

Heath? 8. What total would you get if you added a dozen, a score and a gross? (a) 175 (b) 176 (c) 177 (d) 178? 9. Which one of the following cities is the most northerly? (a) Belfast (b) Dublin (c) Liverpool (d) Manchester? 10. Which fictional character attended Greyfriars School? (a) Tom Brown (b) Billy Bunter (c) Macbeth (d) Oliver Twist?

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RSPCA CALLS FOR CHANGES IN THE LAW ON DOG BREEDING AND TRADE A letter of support from Stephen Twigg (MP for West Derby) Today saw an important debate in Parliament on the worrying issue of the breeding, dealing and trading in puppies and dogs. The way people buy and sell animals has changed consid-

erably since the legislation that regulates this was introduced and many animal charities have serious concerns about impulsive buying. Irresponsible dog breeding and international trading in puppies can cause many welfare problems. This includes poor health and welfare for puppies and their parents at irresponsible

breeding establishments. There is now also the emerging problem of many puppies being illegally imported to meet the public demand for â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;cheapâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; puppies. With the advent of online selling the internet has become a major medium through which breeders, dealers and traders advertise and sell puppies.

However current legislation has not kept apace with the new and different selling methods. Additionally, clear information is needed for consumers so they are more aware of the potential pitfalls when they look to buy a pet. This is why the Puppy Contract, supported by a large number of animal welfare charities, is a step in the right

direction. This is a complex web of issues and there is no simple solution. It is important that a holistic approach is taken and practical solutions are carefully thought through to ensure people and animals are protected. People are unknowingly buying puppies and dogs

without being aware how they have been bred or reared and the consequences can be tragic for both the animals and people. We claim to be a nation of animal lovers and yet manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best friend is being treated as a simple commodity with no consideration for their health and welfare. This is simply unacceptable.

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Advertise your Events in our What’s On Section maximum 60 words – £5 per month including VAT or £40 per year including VAT incluisve email liverpoollink@yahoo.co.uk AGE CONCERN - Join us at a FREE event for over 50's. We are holding for our IT’s All About Money project (funded by Comic Relief and delivered by Liverpool Central CAB and North Liverpool CAB) on Wednesday 1st October – International Day of Older People. The event is taking place at the prestigious 30 James Street: Home of the Titanic Hotel between 11.00am – 3.30pm. Free refreshments, online demos and much more! CHRISTMAS LINE DANCE DAY St Georges Hall on Sunday 23rd November 1.00pm to 6.00pm. £7.00 pay on the door only. Donations made to The British Heart Foundation. 0151 475 0081 GUITAR GROUP FOR ADULT BEGINNERS 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 JAZZ CONCERT: The Savoy Jazzmen will be giving a concert in the Sefton Park Palm House on Tuesday 7th October between 2-4 p.m. Admission costs £5.00 which includes light refreshments. They will be playing tunes by Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Fats Waller. LIVERPOOL DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY Wed. 15th. October 2014 lecture: THE BRITISH PORTRAIT: Hogarth to Hockney By Vivian Heffernan. Vivian is an artist and OU lecturer. This lecture covers 300 years of British Portraiture. Meetings held at 2pm, Bridge Chapel Centre, Heath Rd., Liverpool L19. Cost £5 but Tea, coffee and parking are free. All welcome THE MIKADO – Liverpool Welsh Choral Saturday 18th October. Come and join us for this colourful, humorous concert edition of Gilbert and Sullivan's masterpiece THE MIKADO. Be transported to the magical land of Titipu to meet NankiPoo, Yum Yum and PoohBah and hear all the old favourites including Three

Little Maids from School, Willow-Tit-Willow and The Flowers That Bloom in the Spring. All this in the beautiful surroundings of Hope University's Cornerstone Concert Hall in Shaw Street, opposite the Collegiate. Parking outside or in the Q-Park across the road. All tickets £12.50. Phone 0151 652 6374 or email mavis@lwcu. freeserve .co.uk PEACEPOOL If you’d enjoy some innerpeace and mental-relaxation come to a video event. Find out about a natural way to feel good, at the Liner Hotel, Lord Nelson Street, L3 5QB (near Lime St. Station). Saturday 11th October 2014, 2.30pm–4.30pm. Free admission, refreshments and parking. Not for profit. www.peacepool.blogspot. com Tel 08453 873387. SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL of LIVERPOOL OPEN EVENING On Wed 8 October 2014, 6.00 p.m. at Aigburth People's Hall, Aigburth Vale L17 0DG, when you will be able to learn more about our organisation. Soroptimist International is an organisation for women, especially those in professions and business, who work to improve the lives of women and girls. If you wish to attend the Open Evening or learn more about Soroptimist International of Liverpool, please contact Anne by telephone 07814 564649 or email annegrimes19@ gmail.com More information about Soroptimist International; www.sigbi.org/liverpool . 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. 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 on Sedgemoor Rd Tue 10.a.m. – 12 noon. Make new friends or relax with old ones, everybody welcome. Call Helen on 474 1444 for info. Knit & Natter, can you knit or just fancy a natter? We knit for babies born prematurely. Come and join us every Wed Morning 10.-11.30 a.m. Call Barbara on 226 2992 for info. Crafty Coffee. This group make cards and is keen to explore and develop ideas and suggestions for other crafts! All ages welcome and all skill levels. Thurs. morning 10am – 12noon ring Helen on 474 1444 for info 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. DEPRESSION SUPPORT GROUP St Andrews Church Hall L13 OAL. Normally last Tue and Second Sat of each month. A chance to have a chat laugh and participate at your own pace

with those who know “what it’s about” For info call 0151 226 3406 or e mail daniell@changingclub-moor.org.uk 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. ECZEMA SUPPORT GROUP We are looking for new volunteers to assist with awareness/fundraising events. Contact Mike Birch. mikebirch@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 3.304.45pm , 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 BEGINNERS 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 GRANT LADIES BOWLING CLUB (WAVERTREE) Are looking for new members-beginners welcomed. For more information please call 0151 733 1134 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 Tue 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 pre-school children and careers. Christ church centre on Sedgemoor Rd. Thur. in term time 1 – 3pm no waiting list and no younger age limit, just come along or call sue 226 1771 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). 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 PARENT & TODDLERS FOR PRE-SCHOOL 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 SOCIETYClasses 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. TUEBROOK

Tuebrook Therapy Day Tuebrook Community Centre, Marlborough Road, L13 8AU. Saturday 11 October. 11am-4.30pm. Holisitic Therapies, Readings and Retail. Admission £1. Therapies £10. Readings and Hopi Ear £15 Refreshments available. 07713 398993 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) TuesSun 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@williamsontunnels.co.uk (0151 709 6868) WILLS & POWER OF ATTORNEY Do you need a speaker for your group? If so then contact Gaynor Lanceley Solicitors at Paul Crowley & Co (West Derby) 0151 226 2020 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 every Thurs., 6–7pm; £3 per class. APPEAL Electrical Items Wanted! British Heart Foundation Furniture and electrical Store, 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, HiFIs. For Free collection call 0844 499 4173.

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Oak Leigh, L13

£139,995

Aberdale Road L13 Sutton Kersh are pleased to offer this three bedroomed extended semi-detached house with accommodation briefly comprising: entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge dining room and extended kitchen. to the first floor landing there are three bedrooms and bathroom/wc. outside detached garage and gardens to the front & rear. An internal inspection is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation on offer. For further details contact Sutton Kersh West Derby Office 0151 256 7837.

Coachmans Drive L12

£124,950

Acumen Estates are pleased to offer for sale this well presented three bedroom mid-town house which is situated within the ever popular Old Swan. Accommodation comprises of Entrance hall, Lounge opening to dining room and kitchen. To the first floor there are three well proportioned bedrooms and a combined bathroom/w. c. Externally the property has a paved forecourt to the front and a pleasant enclosed rear garden. Viewing highly recommended. For further details contact Acumen Estates on 151 228 4447.

Keybanks are delighted to offer for sale this three bedroomed terraced property situated in the L13 district of Liverpool. The accommodation comprises: To the ground floor; Entrance Hallway, open plan lounge leading to dining room and a fitted kitchen. To the first floor; Landing leading to three bedrooms and a three piece family bathroom suite. The property further benefits from a rear yard, double glazing and a gas central heating system. An early internal inspection is ESSENTIAL to fully appreciate this property. For more information contact Keybanks, West Derby Village, on 0151 226 8443

£325,000

GMS Solutions This is one of the most beautifully presented & decorated homes that we have encountered in over 25 years of being in the business. This extended detached residence has extremely spacious accommodation & has been furnished with top of the range fitments. There are four double bedrooms, master having an en-suite shower room & family bathroom. Externally to the rear is a

very generously sized rear garden & the front boasts a garden and off -road parking for more than two average sized cars. For further information contact Andrew Louis 0151 330 5350.

£79,950

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Hawkins Street, Kensington EPC Rating D

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• 2 double bed apartment • GCH, DG, Allocated parking • Ensuite shower room • Part furnished, Exc location

Spreyton Close, West Derby D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

Bishop Drive, Whiston

Scotchbarn Lane, Prescot

Redstones, Mill Lane

EPC Rating D

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£795 pcm

£650 pcm

£500 pcm

£550 pcm

NEW!

£650 pcm

Sidney Place, Edge Hill EPC Rating D

£395 pcm • Mid Terraced Property • Through Reception/Dining Room • Two Bedrooms • GCH, DG

Bradbourne Close, West Derby D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

• 3 Bedroom semi. GCH, DG • Ideal location for a student let • Close to the university & hospitals • No Chain

Walney Road, West Derby D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

• 3 Bedroom Bungalow • GCH, DG • Large corner plot • Unfurnished, Viewing Advised

Hemlock Close, West Derby D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

• Top Floor Penthouse Apartment • Two bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen, En suite • Unfurnished, GCH, DG

Milton Avenue, Broadgreen D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

• First Floor Apartment • One Bedroom • Unfurnished, GCH • Communal Gardens

Renville Road, Broadgreen D UIRE Q E RR MILA I S – SOLD

EPC Rating D

EPC Rating C

EPC Rating D

EPC Rating E

£180,000

£99,950

£119,950

£130,000

£144,950

£125,000

• 4 Bedroom Modern detached • Three reception rooms • Conservatory, GCH, DG • Four bedrooms, En-Suite shower

Adcote Road, Knotty Ash ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

• 2 Bedroom Semi Detached • Modern Fitted Kitchen / Patio doors to rear • Family bathroom & w.c, Detached garage • Driveway/ Gardens, Part GCH, & DG, NO CHAIN

Bungalow Lorain, West Derby ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

• 3 Bedroom End town house • Reception/Dining Room • Modern Kitchen, GCH, DG • Gardens / separate garage, NO CHAIN

Capricorn Crescent, Knotty Ash ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

• Detached bungalow • Two reception rooms • Three Bedrooms • Spacious gardens and detached garage

Charnley Drive, Wavertree ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

• 3 bedroom semi detached • 2 reception rooms • Modern kitchen & bathroom • Large driveway and rear garden

Woodhall Road, Old Swan ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

• 3 bedroom end town house • 2 receptions rooms/Gardens front and rear • Gas Central Heating & Double Glazing • NO CHAIN

Alexandra Drive, Aigburth ED QUIR E R R MILA I S – SOLD

EPC Rating C

EPC Rating F

EPC Rating D

EPC Rating B

EPC Rating D

EPC Rating E

£77,000

£225,000

£102,950

£70,000

£79,950

£64,950

• 3 Bedroom Mid Town House • Reception Room • Modern Dining Kitchen • GCH, DG, Gardens, Off road Parking

• Detached bungalow • Major works required • Possibility of new builds • Large garage, NO CHAIN

• 3 bedroom semi detached • Lounge and dining area • Gas central heating and double glazing • No chain

• Purpose built modern apartment • Two bedrooms • Fitted kitchen • Car parking, GCH, DG

Old Swan Branch: 8-10 East Prescot Road L14 1PW

• Traditional terrace house • Two reception rooms • Three bedrooms • NO CHAIN

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• 1 bedroom apartment • Excellent location • NO CHAIN • Scope for improvements

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Allerton Lodge, Allerton

EPC Rating D

EPC Rating F

Oakhill Park, Broadgreen EPC Rating C

NEW!

NEW! £325,000

£275,000

• 4 bedroom detached • Extended • Three reception rooms

Glentrees Road, West Derby Village EPC Rating D

• Extensive gardens • Summer house • GCH, DG and Garage

October Drive, Anfield EPC Rating C

Ardrossan Road, Anfield EPC Rating E

New Road, Tuebrook EPC Rating C

• 3 Bed Detached • Through Reception/Dining Room • En-Suite to Master • GCH, DG, Gardens

Frankby Road, Anfield EPC Rating E

• 3 Bed Extended semi detached • GCH, DG, Driveway • Gardens front and rear plus • NO CHAIN

Chilcott Road, Knotty Ash EPC Rating C

£139,950

East Prescot Road, Knotty Ash EPC Rating C

Pennsylvania Road, Tuebrook

• 3 bedroom semi detached • Through Lounge, GCH,DG • In need of modernisation • Gardens & garage, NO CHAIN

• 3 Bed Extended semi-detached • Two reception rooms • GCH, DG, Gardens • NO CHAIN

Coulport Close, Knotty Ash EPC Rating D

£94,950 • Well-presented 2 bedroom cottage • Lounge, breakfast area & kitchen • GCH,DG, Extended, NO CHAIN • £1000 CASHBACK ON COMPLETION

• 3 bed ground floor apt • Large Rec Hall, Kitchen, Reception Room • GCH System and D/Glazing • Shower Room, No chain

Baden Road, Old Swan EPC Rating D

NEW!

NEW! £124,950

Offers in excess of £115,000

• 3 Bedroom end town house • Reception room • GCH, Garden to Rear • Off Road Parking

Pemberton Road, Old Swan EPC Rating E

• 3 Bedroom Mid town house • Front reception room • Rear Reception/diner/kitchen • Rear garden, GCH,DG

Enfield Road, Old Swan EPC Rating E

NEW!

NEW! £104,950

£179,950

• Link detached residence • Two reception, Three bedrooms • GCH, DG, Double Garage • Manicured gardens front and rear

EPC Rating C

£135,000

• 4 Bedroom Semi-detached • Porch / through lounge • En-suite, GCH, DG, extended • NO CHAIN

NEW!

£110,000

• Mature rear and side garden • GCH NO CHAIN • Excellent location

NEW!

Offers Over £142,000

• Traditional semi-detached • Two reception rooms • Additional study, extended • Three bedrooms, GCH,DG

£185,000

• Grade II listed lodge • 1 Reception room • Two bedrooms & Study

NEW!

£145,000

Livingston Drive, Aigburth EPC Rating C

Offers over £92,000 • 2 Bed extended Semi detached • Modern kitchen & bathroom • Large conservatory, GCH, DG • Excellent first time buy or investment

Old Swan Branch: 8-10 East Prescot Road L14 1PW

£89,950

£84,950

• 4 Bed end terraced, GCH, DG • 2 Reception rooms, Kitchen/Diner • Investment opportunity • NO CHAIN

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• 2 Bedroom terrace • Excellent FTB, NO CHAIN • 1 Reception room GCH & DG, • Open plan Kitchen / Diner

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Muirhead Avenue, L13 Apartment Three Bedrooms Balcony EPC Rating - C

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£445 pcm

£495 pcm

£500 pcm

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Brigadier Drive, L12

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Bridgeford Close, L12

Townhouse Two Bedrooms Rear Garden EPC Rating - C

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Detached Property Four Bedrooms Double Garage EPC Rating - D

Terraced Property Three Bedrooms Rear Garden EPC Rating - C

Terraced Property Three Bedrooms Off Road Parking EPC Rating - D

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£550 pcm Tarbock Road, L36 Apartment Two Bedrooms Popular Location EPC Rating - D

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4 Corncroft Road, L34 £225,000

17 Woodvale Road, L12 £189,950

• 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • 2 Spacious Receptions • Extended Kitchen • Double Glazing

• Detached • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Conservatory

3 Aberdale Road, L13 £124,950

27 Greystone Road, L14 £123,000

• 3 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen • Double Glazing

• Mid Town House • 3 Bedrooms • UPVC Double Glazing • Gas Central Heating

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33 Layton Road, L25 £149,950 • Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Central Heating

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14 Watergate Way, L25 £144,950

3 Swanside Avenue, L14 £139,950

5 St Andrews Vilas, Dinas Lane, L36 £125,000

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• Extended Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Double Glazing

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60 Elm Vale, L6 £114,995 End Terrace 3 Bedrooms Double Glazing Central Heating

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30 Denebank Road, L4 £64,950 • Mid Terrace • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • In Need Of refurbishment

1 Aries Close, L14 £104,999 • Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • UPVC Double Glazing • Central Heating

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201 Fairclough Road, L36 £80,000

102 Reeds Road, L36 £74,950

• Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Gardens • EPC C

• Town House • 3 Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Gas Central Heating

33 Herrick Street, L13 £53,950 Mid Terraced 2 Bedrooms Double Glazing Ground Floor Bathroom

19 Runic Street, L13 £50,000 • Mid Terraced • 2 Bedrooms • Central Heating • Double Glazing

33 Glamis Road, L13 £74,950 • Mid Town House • 3 Bedrooms • Gas Central Heating • UPVC Double Glazing • EPC G

146 Round Hey, L28 £45,000 • Town House • 3 Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Gas Central Heating • EPC C

2 Capricorn Crescent, L14 £104,950 • Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • Newly Fitted Kitchen • UPVC Double Glazing

11 Titherington Way, L15 £69,950 We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £67,500.00 on the above property. Any interested parties must submit any higher offers in writing to the selling agent before exchange of contracts takes place The Energy Performance Certificate Rating is D

146 Round Hey, L28 £45,000 NOTICE OF OFFER We advise that an offer has been made for the above property in the sum of £50,000.00. Any persons wishing to increase on this offer should notify the agents of their best offer prior to exchange of contracts. Agents Address: Acumen Estates Ltd, 40/42 East Prescot Rd, Liverpool, L14 1PW Agents Telephone Number:0151 2284447

1 Juniper Close, L28 £85,000 • Detached • 3 Bedrooms • Conservatory • Fitted Kitchen

11 Titherington Way, L15 £69,950 • Ground Floor Apartment • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • UPVC Double Glazed • EPC D

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FOR SALE 3/4 length coat with scarf pink siz1 18 £5 T: 0151 270 2444 Halloween Costumes

eleven various age 5 to 9 excellent condition real bargain £25 07981 243312 Lindam Gates 2

Baby £10

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Electronic Keyboard 3+ Small ball pool new, baby push along all in excellent condition £10

Baby Walker and child’s folding chair ib blue £20 ono 07712675327 Trousers size 10

excellent condition 10 pairs £18 07712675327 Wheel Chair excellent condition push or selfpropelled £40 o n o 07923631316

Double bed frame Leather Look excellent condition £60 T: 0151 256 9008 Garden Hose coiled brand new with brass fittings

and nozzle £5 T: 0151 738 1479 Bicycle 18 gears excellent condition ready to ride away £45 no offers T: 0151 281 9426

Concrete Flats clean 2’ x 3’ £1 e a c h . Dishwasher 3 yrs. old Hotpoint £35 T: 0151 228 5396

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FOR SALE Victorian Dolls House figures and furniture £55 T: 0151 281 4953 Horse Riding Hat Junior CPX 3000 size 6.1/2 53cm £15 T: 0151 281 4953 Bremshey Orbit Cross Trainer £20 Tunturi 400 exercise bike £20 both excellent condition both for £35 T: 0151 291 8515 B l a c k Composite Kitchen Sink Double bowl large and small 15 V.G.C. £40 T: 0151 498 4721 Mini Electric Cooker/ Oven grill two hot plates white Beko £50 O.N.O. T: 0151 228 5396

G e o r g e Foreman family size grill offers T: 0151 228 0755

coat, good condition 42” paid £150 sell for £40 T: 0151 421 0110

Foldaway bed no mattress, armchairs £15 each coffee table £5 4 garden chairs £5 not text please 07548179042

Valor living flame gas fire, log effect home flame model 5.86KW input £20 T: 151 722 4091

Boiler Suits navy new 40” chest cotton polyester £4 each T: 0151 228 2421 Garden aerator push type £10 White limestone rocks suit rockery any reasonable offer T: 0151 228 1498

Home dry humidifier good working order £35 Slimming machine five exercises in good condition £80 T: 0151 547 0096

Snooker table 60” x 33” folding including snooker & pool balls plus cues £25 buyer collects T: 0151 256 7929 Man’s Lakeland black leather

Granite worktop black/grey excellent condition £90 M: 07895020302 Portable T.V. Phillips silver 14” excellent condition £10 T: 0789 5020301 Two cane upright chairs with pads £40 T:

0151 428 5973 Vauxhall Vectra four steel wheels hubs caps and tyres £50 ono M: 07813309327 Pride C1 Riser recliner chair petite oatmeal excellent condition £95 ono T: 0151 548 5713 ATCO new TEC garden shredder £20 T: 0151 737 1492 Dining table oval seats 6 extends to 8 £40 ono cost new £180, also drop table leaf very good condition £10 ono. T: 0151 494 9987 Gas Fire with coals black & chrome very attractive cost £350 sell £150 T: 0151 521 4113

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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 October 2014. The winner’s name will be pub-

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lished 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. Liverpool striker who played in 1966 World Cup Final (5,4) 9. “Liverpool Echo -----“: riverside confe ence and concert venue (5) 10. Lads (4) 11. British commercial TV station 1955-81 (1,1,1) 12. Rolls Royce (1,1) 13. Cheshire town (population approx 190,000) approx. 15 miles from Liverpool (10) 17. 1968 Lindsay Anderson film starring Malcolm McDowell and Arthur Lowe (2) 18. National Hunt (1,1) 19. Lieutenant (abbrev.) (2) 20. Old English (abbrev.) (1,1) 21. Paramilitary organisation in Nazi Germany (1,1) 22. South-East (1,1) 23. Orange-coloured vegetables (7) 26. George ------: author (Animal Farm, 1984, etc.) (6) 27. That is (1,1) 28. 1963 Grand National winner (or Roberto -----: ex-Argentine footballer) (5) 30. Person in charge (4) 31. “—Soft”: 1974 Top 10 hit by Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel (2)

Across: 1.Hemingway 9. Onyx 10. Rode 11. St 12. Poodle 14 PES 16. Owl 17 LN 18 Irks 20. Test 22 IE 23. Loo 24. Abstain 27. DA 28. Le 29. TKO 30. Ken 31. Sailing 34. AC 35. Den 36. Pine Down: 1. Hospitals 2. Enter 3. My 4. IX 5. Grow 6. Woolton 7. Add 8. Yells 12. PO 13. Entrance 15. Skis 19. Settle 21. EO 23. Lion 25. Bea 26. Akin 27. Dean 32. ID 33. GP

1. Centaur 2. Head 3. Jeremy Irons 4. Tennyson 5. Sierra Leone 6. Lusitania 7. One million 8. Buenos Aires 9. Uruguay 10. Chile

1. Billy Paul 2. 1994 3. Parachutes 4. Franz Ferdinand 5. Destiny’s Child 6. Mambo No.5 7. Boney M 8. Randy 9. Jay-Z 10. Nat King Cole

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1. By what name is the 1960s singer Mary Isabel Catherine Bernadette O'Brien better known? (a) Cilla Black (b) Sandie Shaw (c) Dusty Springfield? 2. By what name is Dylan Kwabena Mills (born London, 1985) better known? (a) Dizzee Rascal (b) Kenzie (c) Tinie Tempah? 3. Which Robbie Williams song contains the line “Come and have a go if you think you are hard enough”? (a) Let Me Entertain You (b) Millennium (c) Rock DJ? 4. The classic 70s line-up of which band consisted of Jon Anderson, Rick Wakeman, Steve Howe, Chris Squire and Bill Bruford? (a) Black Sabbath (b) Deep Purple (c) Yes? 5. Which one of the following icons was born in Tupelo (Mississipi)? (a) Bob Dylan b) Jimi Hendrix (c) Elvis Presley? 6. Tupelo Honey was a 1971 album by (a) Marvin Gaye (b) Van Morrison or (c) The Rolling Stones? 7. Who once said: “Somebody has to be me, so it might as well be me”? (a) Liam Gallagher (b) Morrissey (c) Shaun Ryder? 8. The world’s highest-selling album (of all time) by a solo female singer was recorded by: (a) Whitney Houston (b) Madonna (c) Dolly Parton? 9. “Bluegrass” is a form of which one of the following musical genres: (a) country (b) jazz or (c) reggae? 10. What sort of instrument is a mandolin? (a) percussion (b) string (c) woodwind?

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ALI INGLE – GIFTED SINGER SONGWRITER by Ian Wignell It is a really special moment when you hear something that brings you to feel a completely overwhelming warmth in your soul. I experienced that feeling the first time I heard ‘Ribcage’ by Ali Ingle. His vocal prowess took me over like a whirlwind of emotional brilliance and his songwriting ability, for one so young, stuns me. Ali, the middle of five children, grew up in a working class family in Speke and from a young age found solace in his love for music, films and poetry. At the tender age of sixteen, Ali bought his first guitar. Unbeknown to him, it was going to send him on a long and winding musical journey. Ali started like most have, locking himself away from the world in his bedroom, learning to play songs by the likes of Oasis and David Gray and eventually started to learn his own melodies and put some of his pre-penned lyrics to accompany them.

Ali Ingle’s debut EP ‘The Man and the Monster’ received great acclaim.

Ali’s first gig was performed in a pub in Warrington. Surrounded by friends and family, he performed a mix of cover songs and some of his own songs. The next few years saw Ali honing his craft as he played open mic nights in the city, perfecting his live performances. 2012 was the year when Ali’s musical jigsaw puzzle really started to fit into place - he released his debut EP ‘The Man

and the Monster’ which he recorded at Parr St Studios with the help of two young producers, Tom Longworth and Rich Rurvey, both of whom became great friends and offered their priceless services. The EP was received with great acclaim and attracted great attention which led to Ali being nominated and winning "Male Artist of the Year" at the inaugural Liverpool music awards.

Ali’s ability to infuse delightful catchy melodies with such intriguing heartfelt lyrics makes him a truly outstanding musician and songwriter. Ali’s latest EP ‘A Life Unlike Yours’ is available from most music download outlets and he has also released a FREE collection of songs via his Soundcloud "The Good For Nothing Demos" https://soundcloud.com/aliingle. Ali’s live performances are greatly talked about too, his home town gig "Do Robots Dream of Christmas" being described by many reviewers as their "Gig of the Year." Reviews from recent sets as headliner at the uber-cool Hoxton Square Bar in London, and performance at this year's Riba Rocks Festival in Spain, echoed that not only is Ali a stunning live performer but also one of the warmest and most genuine guys around. Ali will be announcing some cool new stuff pretty soon which will see him returning to London, Liverpool and a few gigs in Germany.

SHOULD OUR VENUES BE MORE SOCIALLY SAVVY? by Nic Perrins of the Mersey Gig Guide

A number of music venues around Liverpool are becoming increasingly popular thanks to their approach to ‘social responsibility’. The Ethical Glass in Harrington Street for example, gives 5% of its profits to charity and another of Liverpool’s hidden gems, The Brink in Parr Street, is heavily involved with the recovering community, promoting self-help and increasing awareness of all things health and happiness related. The Brink is a dry bar that combines music, the arts, creative events, a menu full of local produce and a very welcoming atmosphere. The result is a very healthy, positive environment, being enjoyed by a wide range of regulars. Events manager at The Brink, David Barnicle, comments: “By taking alcohol out of the

“It’s really important to us that everyone, regardless of background or circumstances, has a place to come and feel at home.”

mix, The Brink has become a welcoming and creative space for people from all walks of life. “We work closely with local musicians, artists, poets and performers to host a wide range of events designed to inspire, encourage and bring people together. “It’s really important to us that everyone, regardless of background or circumstances, has a place to come and feel at home.” There are significant numbers of us who are keen to support this ethical and integrated approach and I for one, am a massive fan. If a venue can support its local people and we in turn can support those venues, then surely everyone’s a winner? Let’s hope this is the way forward.

This month sees the launch of Merseygigguide.com. The new website promises to be the “go to” resource for all things music-related across Merseyside and the Wirral. If you’re a band or artist, run a venue, offer music services, or are simply a massive local music fan, keep your eye on our facebook page for news of the launch date.

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SOUTH GET OFF TO A TREMENDOUS START by Jim Stanway

As we approach the end of September and the start of cup competitions, South Liverpool FC’s three teams in West Cheshire League competition have all started the league campaign in impressive fashion with South’s first team, reserves and youth team all unbeaten at the top of their respective divisions. The first team have had a potentially difficult start to the season, playing against all their main rivals for the league title, but have stood up well to the task. A 1-0 win over previously unbeaten Cammell Laird Reserves, with a late goal from long-serving Kevin

New signing Nick Walker (in South yellow away strip at the recent game at Capenhurst) Martin, put the team on top of the league table for the first time. The previous week’s 4-3 win over Mossley Hill, who were second at the time, saw a 3-0 lead blown in just

10 mad minutes only for substitute Dale Korie-Butler to score a magnificent winner in injury time. A midweek win at lowly Ashville saw the team go nap for the first time this season but such was South’s dominance that the 5-1 scoreline actually flattered Ashville. Two goals for striker Alex Woodcock took his goal tally to 10 for the season, the highest total in the first division. The reserves have started the season in even more dominant form, with six wins out of seven league games played, opening up a 6-point gap at the top. A 3-1 win at nearest rivals Kirkby Town Railway, with goals from Neil Hooson, Ryan Cullen and skipper Neil Roach, has been their

most impressive performance to date. The team scored five against lowly Everton PLH with two goals for Neil Roach and one each for Tom Kinsella, Ryan McMahon and Chris Bramell. The youth team have an even better record, having started their season with a 100% record, three wins from three games played. A 2-0 win at previously unbeaten Maghull saw the goals scored by Alex Griffiths and Alex Walsh, both players having scored in all three games. The team have been totally dominant in each of their matches, 4-2 against Hale, 4-1 against Litherland REMYCA United and the win at Maghull.

CROFT ENJOY THEIR HOME COMFORTS by Peter Harrison

ALDER FC – VETS’ SUMMER TRIUMPH by Peter Harrison

In their first venture into the Summer League, the Sunday team won the Lancashire FA tournament. Unbeaten in 8 games they played the final game against Lancashire Police and emerged victorious. They now have the privilege of playing at Liverpool FC Academy against a military side. Pictured are the boys after their successful campaign. The first team have made a solid start to the regular season with 4 points from 3 games. An opening game 2-0 lead

against Wood Street was clawed back to a 2-2 draw with Whitey and Buck on the score sheet. A disappointing 3-0 reverse followed against Old Xav’s Reserves, but a great 4-1 victory against table topping Litherland Remyca has boosted the team, The second team have had mixed fortunes. A 3-0 defeat against Salisbury was followed by a dramatic late winner in a 3-2 success against AFC Kirby – with David Owen and Danny McNally on the score sheet. But momentum could not be kept in a 4-2 reverse against Red Rum Reserves, despite 2 strikes from Jamie Harding.

After a rocky couple of weeks on the road Stoneycroft FC kicked off their home fixtures with a resounding 3-1 win against near neighbours ROMA to take all three points in a competent display. Having lacked discipline and focus on their travels, the return to Maiden Lane brought with it a determination and desire and a much more organised performance. Playing the controversial three at the back system with a defensive midfielder lying deep just in front of them, the defence looked more compact and were able to efficiently and comfortably deal with the visitors’ attacks. Indeed, only a penalty denied Croft their first clean sheet for some considerable time. But with Brian Porter restored to defence, the impressive new signing Curtis Martins and man of the match

Liam Currie in mean mood at the back, Adam Boaks doing a sterling job as that defensive midfielder, there was a solidity not seen at away games. And in Joe Mogale and Callum Walker out wide there is real potential.