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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM // ISSUE 354

03 JAN – 16 JAN 2014

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Happy New Year, and welcome to the first Your Move of 2014.

In this issue we take a look at the major housing developments that will be getting underway across Merseyside this year, as house builders look to supply the demand within the increasingly confident property market.

And if you’re looking to make some exciting career changes in 2014, our latest guide offers tips on training for the house building industry.

Plus What’s In Store offers some retail inspiration for anyone who overindulged of the festive season and is now looking to start the year with good intentions, and our pick of events across the city will provide enough entertainment to keep any January blues at bay. Enjoy!

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06 Four Best Buys The hottest homes for sale

51 interiors Cool clocks for your home

32 six Best lets The best of the lettings market

52 oN the coVer talent Fashion designer Tony Burke talks to Your Move

36 oN the coVer hot topic House builders to go on site in 2014 39 ask the experts Your property questions answered 41 hot off the Press New estate agent branch launches 42 News Off-plan success for HomesHub scheme 45 curriculum Vitae Katie Myers, branch manager at Keppie Massie Residential 47 time out Getting to know the property professionals 49 Guide to...

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John Moores Painting Prize details unveiled 56 event – Wongs Client evening at Wongs Jewellers 57 What’s on The best events around the city 59 oN the coVer What’s in store Retail picks for the perfect start to 2014 61 Food & Drink Studio2 and where to go during a January detox 62 streetlife The annual John Lennon Peace Vigil takes place

W H AT ’ S O N T H E M A R K E T ?

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laUra KilBaNe branch manager, Abode VieW NoW 0151 601 3003

How much?

Offers over £350,000 Bedrooms Five Close to Liverpool Cricket Club, Aigburth train station, local amenities on Booker Avenue and a great catchment area for schools for all ages.

Benefits from Five bedroom detached property with second floor providing a master bedroom with en suite, two reception rooms with modern kitchen/diner and a family bathroom on the first floor. Gardens front and rear, with garage.

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How much? £395,000 Bedrooms Three Close to A great location in the heart of Liverpool ONE and Chavasse Park, within walking distance to Albert Dock and stunning views of the city and excellent bars and restaurants on the doorstep.

Benefits from A third floor apartment comprising of open plan living, dining and kitchen area, three double bedrooms with the master having en suite and a family bathroom.

With panoramic views across the city skyline, Chavasse Park, River Mersey and Albert Dock, this luxury development also offers 24-hour concierge, residence roof terrace and a secure parking space.

Agent’s view “This is a stunning apartment with panoramic views of the city. It has an ideal location and is close to all the local amenities, with a 24-hour gym on site. A must see property to take in the breathtaking views.”

Agent’s view “This property would make a fantastic family home.

It is in a great location with excellent schools nearby and access to transport links. This house has been decorated throughout with thought, care and attention and is ‘move in’ ready.”

ProPerties For sale

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How much? £166,950 Bedrooms Four Close to All local amenities and Liverpool and Everton football stadiums.

Benefits from Downstairs utility room, en suite bathroom, two reception rooms, garage, driveway and gardens.

Agent’s view “This is a well maintained and well presented family home with many benefits and great links to Liverpool city centre. It’s also located in a popular residential area.”

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How much? £395,000 Bedrooms Two Close to Prestigious Albert Dock location and also close to Liverpool ONE. Benefits from Two double bedrooms with dressing area, en suite to master bedroom.

Agent’s view “A fantastic apartment with superb bespoke design by the current owners, with the added feature of being located in The Colonnades, which is renowned for quality city centre living. With 24-hour concierge, the building is one of the premier developments in the city.”

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W NE

W NE

£725,000

£595,000

£399,950

£315,000

GLENATHOL ROAD, L18 A beautiful detached residence, many period & original features retained, EPC D

BOOKER AVENUE, L18 A beautiful detached, substantially extended & improved, established & mature gardens, EPC D

ROCKBOURNE AVENUE, L25 An extended detached bungalow, lounge, entertaining room with mood lighting, EPC F

BRODIE AVENUE, L19 An extended semi detached, three reception rooms, breakfast kitchen & four bedrooms, EPC D

W NE

W NE

W NE

W E NERIC P

£310,000

£279,950

£249,950

£199,950

CHURSTON ROAD, L16 A traditional semi detached three/four bedrooms, ground floor shower & wc, study/fourth bed, EPC D

CLOUGH ROAD, L26 An attracitve family residence, four bedrooms & en-suite bathroom, family bathroom, EPC D

AIGBURTH DRIVE, L17 A spacious apartment, two well proportioned bedrooms, separate wc & loft access, EPC E

GIVENCHY CLOSE, L16 A semi detached house, lounge & dining room, kitchen & ground floor wc, EPC Awaited

W NE

W NE

W NE

W NE

£195,000

£185,995

£185,000

£185,000

IRENE ROAD, L16 A semi detached house, entrance hall, lounge & dining room, kitchen & three bedrooms, EPC E

TINSLEY CLOSE, L26 An extended detached house, three bedrooms & bathroom/wc, double glazed, EPC D

DUNDONALD ROAD, L17 A traditional semi detached house, three bedrooms & shower room, separate wc, gas central heating, EPC E

TOWN LANE, L24 An extended detached bungalow, two double bedrooms, bathroom / wc, DG, EPC Awaited

W NE

W NE

W NE

W NE

£155,000

£145,000

£119,000

£115,000

SCORE LANE, L16 A semi detached residence, sought after location, reception hallway, EPC Awaited

ROXBOROUGH WALK, L25 A semi detached house, nighly sought after location, storm porch & lounge, EPC Awaited

CONLEACH ROAD, L24 Three & four bedroom semi detached houses, accommodation over three floors, EPC Awaited

WELLINGTON STREET, L19 Mid terrace property, popular residential location, four well proportioned bedrooms, EPC D

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Purley Grove, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers over £200,000

Chestnut Grove, Wavertree, L15

Offers over £175,000

• Four bedroom mid terrace property • Close to local amenities including shops, schools and transport links • Split over Three Floors • Offered as an investment or as a vacant property • Lounge and Kitchen located in basement

Mossley Hill Road, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers over £310,000

• Extended Double Fronted Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Four Double Bedrooms • Two En Suite Shower Rooms • Family Bathroom

Vesta Road, Garston, L19 • Modern Three Bedroom • Two Reception Rooms • Conservatory • Good Size Gardens to Front and Rear • Off Road Parking

Ashlar Road, Aigburth, L17

Offers over £220,000

• 3 Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Extended Modern Kitchen • Gardens Front and Rear • Double Glazed

• Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached Town House • Two Reception Rooms • Extended Kitchen/Dining Room • Gardens Front and Rear • Sought After Cul De Sac Location

Bampton Road, Childwall, L16

Offers over £210,000

• Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Extended Rear Sitting Room • Extended Kitchen/Dining Room • Modern Bathroom • Good Size Garage

Score Lane, Childwall, L16

Netherton Road, Mossley Hill, L18 • Three Bedroom Detached • Good Size Plot • Three Reception Rooms • Good Size Kitchen • Ground Floor WC

Offers over £350,000

Haverton Walk, Croxteth Park, L12

Offers over £150,000

• Four Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Double Through Lounge • Kitchen with Open Plan Conservatory • Modern Family Bathroom • Good Decorative Order

Offers over £230,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms • Extended Kitchen • Gardens Front and Rear • Cul De Sac Location

£149,950

Aigburth Hall Road, Aigburth, L19 • 5 Bedroom Semi Detached • Well Presented Throughout • 2 Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen/Dining Room • Utility Room

Bleasedale Road, Allerton, L18

Offers over £185,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms • Conservatory • Converted Loft • Modern Bathroom

Offers over £285,000

Ventnor Road, Wavertree, L15 • Extended 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • Open Plan Extended Sitting Room, Kitchen, Dining Room • Ground Floor WC • Gardens Front and Rear • Off Road Parking

£160,000

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T T T I I I D D D L L L SO SO SO Ashdale Road, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers over £165,000

Oldfield Road, Grassendale, L19

Offers over £200,000

Smithdown Road, Wavertree, L15

Offers over £130,000

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T T T I I I D D D L L L SO SO SO College Road Northdale Road, North, Wavertree, Blundellsands L15

Offers over £100,000

College Road Logfield Close,North, Garston, Blundellsands L19

Offers over £110,000

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CollegePitts Moss Road Lane, North, Wavertree, Blundellsands L15

Offers over £180,000

We are delighted with the service we have received from Abode. All staff have been efficient and courteous and have been a pleasure to deal with.

Furthermore we were thrilled to have had a firm offer after only five days, due to your brilliant teamwork.”

Margaret & Geoff Case, vendors of Holmefield Avenue, Grassendale

Poppy Place, L22

Offers over £140,000

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Contemporary kitchen and bathrooms • Lounge/dining room • Parking space, close proximity to train station

Endsleigh Road, L23

Offers over £235,000

• Four bedrooms • Balcony/sun terrace • Three receptions • Garden, Good sized garage • Modern bathroom, Kitchen

Millennium Court, L23 • Viewing highly recommended • Lift access • Two double bedrooms • Lounge/dining room • Balcony, En-suite

Manor Road, L23

Offers over £350,000

• Detached Bungalow • Four Bedrooms • Lounge Dining Room • Kitchen Breakfast Room • Garage, Driveway

Hatton Hill Road, L21

Offers over £145,000

• NO CHAIN • Three double bedrooms plus a loft room.

• The property is offered with double glazing and gas central heating • Conservatory, modern kitchen/utility, stylish bathroom • Block paved drive and garden to rear

Offers over £170,000

Alexandra Road, L23

Offers over £185,000

• Viewing highly recommended • Three double bedrooms • Heart of Crosby village • Contemporary kitchen & Bathroom • Two receptions, Driveway

Sherwood Road, L23 • Luxury fitted kitchen • Fitted oven and hob with extractor over • Luxury fitted bathrooms with part tiled walls and flooring • Cat 5 wiring throughout and TV aerials in all principle rooms • Landscaping to front and rear, UPVC double glazing throughout

£275,000

York Road, L23

£145,000

• NO CHAIN • Three good sized bedrooms • Two receptions • Modern kitchen • Gardens to front and rear

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Manor Avenue, Crosby

Woodville Avenue, Crosby

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Waterloo Warehouse

Sandhurst Street

Windsor Street

Abbeygate Apartments

Croxteth Road

£1100pcm

£850pcm

£725pcm

£625pcm

£595pcm

£500pcm

• Detached Bungalow • 3 Double bedrooms • Off Road Parking • Garage

• 2 Bedroom Duplex • Grade 2 listed • Waterfront Location • Views over River Mersey

• Mid Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Well Presented • Two Reception Rooms

• Large Four Bed Terrace • Unfurnished • Beautifully Renovated • Modern Fitted Kitchen

• Three Bedroom • Fully Fitted Kitchen • Intercom System • Secure Gated Parking

• Two Bedrooms • First Floor Apartment • Modern Kitchen • Brand New Bathroom

AVAILABLE TO LET Morningside, L23

Edgemoor Close, L23

Chapel Mews, CH2

Somerford House, L23

Hale Road, L4

Larchfield Road, L23

£700pcm

£695pcm

£550pcm

£475pcm

£450pcm

£395pcm

• Semi-detached house • Three bedrooms • Extended kitchen

• Three bedrooms • Two reception rooms • Off road parking • Very Quiet Area of L23

• Two Bedroom Town House • Unfurnished • Parking • Available Now

• One Bedroom • Second Floor Apartment • Over 55's, Warden Assistance • Communal Lounge

• Three bedroom terraced • Gas central heating • Seprate lounge • Rear yard with Shed

• One bedroom • Ground Floor Apartment • Very Quiet Area of L23 • Private Garden

tel. 0151 231 6100

www.cityresidential.co.uk

£114,950

The Reach

£124,950

Eden Square

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Secure Parking • Concierge • EPC – B

City Residential are delighted to offer for sale this Two Bedroom, Fourth Floor, Corner Apartment situated in Liverpool City Centre.

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-suite Shower Room • Balcony With Views Over The City • EPC - C

£104,950

£99,950

City Residential are delighted to offer for sale this two bedroom apartment in the sought after & highly regarded Eden Square development

£110,000

£115,000

Liberty Place

Baltic Square

Pall Mall

The Courtyard

• One Bedroom Apartment • Ropewalks Location • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC - B

• One Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Living/Kitchen • City Centre Location • EPC - B

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Ideal Investment • Central Location • EPC - C

• Brand New Apartment • One Bedroom • City Centre Location • EPC - E

£125,000

£125,000

£137,000

£137,500

Unity Building

City Quay

Waterloo Quay

South Ferry Quay

• Two Bedroom Apartment • 24 Hour Concierge, • No Chain • EPC - C

• Spacious Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment • Allocated Parking • EPC - C

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-Suite Shower Room • Allocated Parking • EPC – C

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Dockland Location • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC - B

£165,000

£167,000

£174,950

£220,000

The Courtyard

Waterloo Warehouse

South Ferry Quay

One Park West

• Newly Built Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Secure Parking • EPC - E

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-Suite Shower Room • Allocated Parking • River Views

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-Suite Bathroom • Views Over The Marina • Secure Allocated Parking

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-Suite Shower Room • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC – C

From £575pcm

The Albany

From £550pcm

Alexandra Tower

• Selection of One, Two and Three Bedroom Apartments • Fully Furnished

• Selection of One and Two Bedroom Apartments • Fully furnished

• Duplex • Secure Allocated Parking • Modern Throughout

£525pcm

£550pcm

• Close to business district • Amazing Views

£600pcm

£625pcm

Liffey Court

Concert Square

City Quay

Commutation Plaza

• Two Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Close to local Amenities

• One Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Popular Location

• Two Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Allocated Parking

• Beautiful One Bedroom • Modern Interior • Allocated Parking

£650pcm

£650pcm

£750pcm

£950pcm

Cable Yard

Regency Chambers

Waterloo Warehouse

City Quay

• Two Bedrooms • Fully Furnished • With Balcony

• Two Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Close to Liverpool One

• Two Bedroom • Spacious Apartment • Secure Allocated Parking

• Three Bedrooms • Fully Furnished • Lovely views from the Balcony

New Apartments Released At The Historical Albany Building Call Now To Arrange A Viewing Call 0151 231 6100

sales@cityresidential.co.uk • lettings@cityresidential.co.uk 81-87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG

FOR SALE

L3

FOR SALE

L1 N E W P R I C E

TWO BEDROOM DUPLEX APARTMENT

TWO BEDROOM TOP FLOOR APARTMENT

Hatton Garden £169,950

Madison Square £185,000

A Stunning two double bedroom duplex apartment in an excellent location within the city centre, only a short walk to the excellent bars, restaurants and shopping. Benefiting from having a contemporary kitchen and character features.

This building was designed by John Rocha and won the Concept for Living Magazine Design Award.

• Stunning Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment • Business District Location

• Secure Allocated Parking • Contemporary Kitchen

A fantastic two bedroom duplex apartment with three balconies and offering spectacular views of the Liverpool skyline. With secure allocated parking, located in the Ropewalks district, this is a stunning apartment for a people watcher! Offered for sale with no on going chain and a recently installed kitchen, this apartment will attract plenty of early interest.

• Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment • Three Balconies

• No Ongoing Chain • Secure Allocated Parking

FOR SALE

L3 N E W

WINNER OF BEST ESTATE AGENCY FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE

TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM APARTMENT

Tower Building £122,500 A fourth floor two double bedroom apartment situated in a great location in Tower building on Water Street. The property briefly comprises; Entrance Hall, Open plan living room/kitchen, Master bedroom with En-Suite, further double bedroom and family bathroom. The property is being offered for sale with no ongoing chain and would ideally suit the first time buyer or investor.

• Fourth Floor Two Bedroom Apartment • No Ongoing Chain

• Ideal for first time buyer or investor • Business District Location

WINNER OF BEST LETTING AGENCY FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE

GARSTON

HALEWOOD

WOOLTON

BELLE VALE

LD SO STC

TC SS

TC SS

LD SO Goldfinch Close

Haslemere Road

£159,950

£89,950

• Three bedroom Detached

• Three Bed Terraced

• En-Suite to Master

Front and Rear Gardens

• Cul-de-Sac position

Gas Central Heated

• EPC GRADE = D

EPC GRADE = C

Woolton Branch

Woolton Branch

St Marys Road

Manor Road

£175,000

£179,950

We have sold this well maintained semi detached property,

We have sold subject to contract - this extended semi detached property situated within this popular and established residential location close to Woolton Village. The accommodation comprises to the ground floor, entrance hall, lounge, dining room and kitchen.

To the first floor there are four bedrooms and bathroom. Externally there are well maintained gardens to the front and rear. Driveway providing off road parking and a garage. The property benefits from part double glazing and central heating. Early inspection is recommended, more properties needed!!

tastefully decorated throughout. The accommodation briefly

comprises entrance hall, two reception rooms and kitchen to the ground floor. To the first floor are three bedrooms and

bathroom/wc. Externally there are gardens to the front and rear of the property, The property is to be offered with no on-going chain.

Similar property urgently needed!

WINNER OF BEST ESTATE AGENCY FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE

Woolton Branch

Woolton Branch

WOOLTON

• Three bedrooms No Chain

EPC GRADE = C

Woolton 0151 428 9484

No Chain

EPC GRADE = C Woolton Branch

woolton@reedsrains.co.uk

• Two Bedrooms

First Floor Apartment Communal Gardens Tenants Waiting

Woolton Branch

£500pcm

• Ground Floor Apartment

SIMILAR PROPERTIES Woolton Branch

EPC GRADE= C

Woolton Branch

HUNTS CROSS

Dunlin Court

REQUIRED

Well Presented Throughout

Woolton Branch

GATEACRE

Two Bedrooms

Conservatory

Modern Bathroom/Kitchen

HUNTS CROSS

Hansby Drive

£625pcm • Three Storey

Let in One Day!!

SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

Woolton Branch

T LE

Woolton Branch

Duplex Apartment

£635pcm

• Three Bedroom Terrace

Semi-Detached

T LE

EPC Grade = C

•Four Bedrooms

Verdala Park

• Three Story

T D LEREE AG

Modern Kitchen

ALLERTON

£97,000

EPC GRADE = C

Woolton Branch

T D LEREE AG

No Chain

EPC GRADE = D

Woolton Branch

LD SO

• Three Bedroom Detahced

£79,950

No Chain

EPC GRADE = D

Woolton Branch

Heald Street

Close to Hunts Cross Train Station

No Chain

Critchley Road

£159,950

• Semi-Detached

Two Reception Rooms

SPEKE

Poplar Close

£155,000

• Four Bedrooms

Two Reception Rooms

LD SO

£119,950

Tudor Road

£80,000

GARSTON

Palmerston Drive

W NE

23 Garfourth Close – Liverpool L19 6PU Public Notice: We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £.80,100 Any interested party must submit any higher offer in writing to the selling agent before an exchange of contracts takes place.

EPC Rating E. Reeds Rains Estate Agents 1a Speke Road, Woolton Liverpool L25 8QA 0151 428 9484

Penmann Crescent

£64,950

HALEWOOD

LD SO

Western Avenue

HUNTS CROSS

LD SO

23 Garfourth Close Liverpool L19 6PU

HALEWOOD

W NE

SPEKE W NE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Woolton Branch

Hansby Drive

£575pcm

• Three Bedrooms Mid Terrace

Let in One Week!

SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED

Woolton Branch

WEST DERBY VILLAGE

College Court, L12

Castlefield Road, L12

NORRIS GREEN

LD SO

SANDFIELD PARK

£495,000

LOCATED IN THE SOUGHT AFTER AREA OF SANDFIELD PARK, THIS FOUR BEDROOMED DETACHED PROPERTY HAS DOUBLE GLAZING, GAS CENTRAL HEATING, THREE BATHROOMS, A TEN METRE CONSERVATORY, DOUBLE GARAGE, DRIVEWAY, AND GARDENS TO THE FRONT AND THE REAR. Briefly comprises; entrance porch, hall, cloaks, lounge, family room, dining room, study, conservatory, fitted kitchen and a utility room. To the first floor, four bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes, three bathrooms, matured gardens having walled surround and electronic gates to front of the property.

EPC Grade D. West Derby Branch

CROXTETH

£143,000

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THIS THREE BEDROOM END TERRACE LOCATED IN THE POPULAR WEST DERBY AREA IS LOCATED CLOSE TO LOCAL SHOPS, SCHOOLS AND TRANSPORT LINKS. The property briefly comprises of hallway, lounge and kitchen to the ground floor and three bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor.

Externally the property has a drive for off road parking and the rear garden is laid to lawn. Awaiting EPC. West Derby Branch

Kingsland Crescent, L11

£120,000

THIS FOUR BEDROOM EXTENDED SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY HAS GAS CENTRAL HEATING, DOUBLE GLAZING, OFF STREET PARKING, A GARDEN AND BENEFITS FROM BEING CHAIN FREE! Comprises; two reception rooms, each with wood effect flooring and feature fireplaces. The fitted kitchen leads onto the conservatory which has a tiled floor and has French doors leading into the back garden. To the first floor, there are three bedrooms, and the family bathroom which is fully tiled and has a bath with a shower over it. There is a fourth bedroom on the second floor. Externally, the property has a block paved driveway at the front for off street parking, and to the rear, a lawn with established borders of plants and shrubs, and a fenced surround.

EPC Grade D. West Derby Branch

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Makin Street, L4

Dodman Road, L11

£495 pcm

£550 pcm

• Four Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Off Street Parking • Two Reception Rooms • Gardens to 3 Sides • Unfurnished West Derby Branch

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Aysgarth Avenue, L12

£595pcm

• Two Bedrooms • Semi Detached Bungalow • GCH & DG • Rear Garden • Off Street Parking

SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED West Derby Branch

Scarsdale Road, L11

£500pcm

• Three Bedrooms • Mid Town House • Double Glazing • Rear Garden

SIMILAR PROPERTIES REQUIRED West Derby Branch

• Three Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Gas Central Heating • Double Glazing • Modern Kitchen • Modernised Throughout West Derby Branch

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Mosside Cottage, L37

Priesthouse Lane, L37

Elbow Lane, L37

£474,950

£425,000

450,000

Located on a good sized plot in an enviable position in the heart of Formby-

The property boasts many character features including stunning vaulted ceilings with

Located in a Semi Rural Position with easy access to local transport links, social

which include, a nearby swimming pool, shopping facilities, wine bars, restaurants

Vestibule, Living Room, Dining Room, Conservatory, Kitchen, Office Area, Shower

traditional character of the cottage along with many original features! A small brook

conveniently located to take full advantage of all the amenities of Formby Village

and local transport links! Briefly comprising Porch, Hallway, Three Reception Rooms Playroom, Conservatory and modern fitted kitchen to the ground floor. To the first floor are Five bedrooms- Four Doubles and a single- a bathroom and a shower

room. Externally there are generously sized gardens to the front side and Rear.

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exposed beams. The Accommodation on offer briefly comprises of a Entrance

Room and Master Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom on the Ground Floor with Two Further Bedrooms and a WC situated on the First Floor. The property also have

beautifully maintained Gardens to the Front and Rear. Gas Central Heating System.

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amenities and much more! Tastefully extended and modernised whilst retaining the runs along the front of the grounds and Stables located at the rear of the rear garden early inspection is highly advised on this versatile proposition! Briefly comprising

Hallway, Three Reception Rooms, Kitchen, two Bathrooms and Master Bedroom to the ground floor.

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THORNTON

Channel Reach, Liverpool, L23

Cambridge Road, Liverpool, L23

Lydiate Park, Liverpool, L23

£299,950

£ 260,000

£ 140,000

Channel Reach is located just off Channel Road in Blundellsands which itself runs

Cambridge Road in Crosby runs between Victoria Road by the duck pond and St

** NO CHAIN ** Recently renovated to a high standard, this deceptively large two

easily within walking distance whilst its location falls within the catchment area of

catchment areas of many of the local primary and secondary schools including St

Lane offering excellent road access in and out of Thornton/Crosby and provides

between Burbo Bank Road and Nicholas Road. The positioning of this stunning

family home couldn't be better as it provides access to Crosby beach which is very many of the highly regarded local primary and secondary schools. Local amenities are readily available such as the local shops on College Road and Bridge Road

whilst the closest train station is only 10 minute walk away and runs straight into Liverpool city centre or to Formby village and beyond. Deceptively spacious

throughout from the living room and family room to all four bedrooms. Internal viewings are simply a must.

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Formby

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Michael's Road. This particular property can be found toward the St Michael's Road end close to Berkeley Road and offers a stunning kerb side view. Falling within the

Michael's Church of England High School and Valewood Primary School make this a fantastic family home to raise the children. Crosby beach with the renowned Antony Gormley art work is on a matter of a 5 minute drive away whilst access to both

Blundellsands and Hall Road train station are also just as convenient. The property itself has been extremely well presented by the current vendors with the quality of workmanship and finish easily identifiable.

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Crosby

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bedroom true bungalow is positioned within the head of a cul-de-sac in a the

desirable location of Thornton. Lydiate Park in Thornton is located just off Lydiate

easy access to Formby and the local motorway networks. This deceptively spacious True Bungalow briefly comprises of Entrance Hallway, Lounge bay fronted Lounge, Modern Kitchen, Newly Fitted Bathroom Suite, Two Double Bedrooms with

Conservatory that leads off the master bedroom. This home sits on a generous sized corner plot and boast a single brick built garage. Internal viewings are highly recommended.

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L17

£3500pcm

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• 3 bedrooms • Luxury apartment • Open plan living

L17

Wyndcote Road

• Large 4 bedroom house • 2 Reception rooms • 2 Bathrooms

L18

£875pcm

L3

£595pcm

• Luxury Penthouse Apartment • 4 Bedrooms • 2 with en-suite bathrooms

£1600pcm

L19

Ventnor Road

• 4 bedroom flat • Split over 2 floors • Easy access for city centre

L15

Ellerman Road

• 2 bedroom apartment • Open plan kitchen/lounge • Allocated parking

Ashbury Lodge

£800pcm

Ashbury Gables

• Spacious duplex apartment • 2 bedrooms • Close to local transport links

L19

The Sidings

• 2 bedroom apartment • Open plan lounge/kitchen area • Double glazing

L7

£575pcm

£1300pcm

£750pcm

Sunbourne Road

• Terraced house • 4 bedroom • 2 reception rooms

L17

Beechwood Avenue

• Semi detached • 3 bedrooms • Spacious garden

L26

Riverside Park

• Fully furnished apartment • 2 bedrooms • Allocated parking

L17

£575pcm

£950pcm

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• 2 bedroom apartment • Spacious open plan living • 2 En suite bathrooms

L17

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• 2 bedroom apartment • Contemporary elegant feel • Private parking £700pcm

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Mill Street

• Furnished first floor flat • 2 bedrooms • Good transport links

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£950pcm

£350pcm

£695pcm

Allerton Road

• First floor office • Overlooking Allerton Road • Shared kitchen and bathroom

L18

£275pcm

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• Strictly For The Connoisseur • One of The Most Luxurious Houses on Merseyside Four Bedrooms • Heated Swimming Pool, Gymnasium • Steam Room Lounge, Family Room

Sefton Drive, L8 £475,000

• Large Victorian Semi Detached House • Seven Bedrooms Over two floors • Two Bathrooms Large Drawing Room • Traditional Dining Room • EPC Rating F

South Ferry Quay, L3 £142,500

• Two double bedrooms • Waterfront location • Second floor apartment • Stylish modern kitchen • EPC Rating C

Bold Street, L1 £85,000

• Third Floor Apartment • Spacious Bedroom • Lounge Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom No Chain • EPC Rating D

Percy Street, L8 £625,000

• Georgian Townhouse • Set Over Five Floors Six Bedrooms • Master, En-Suite and Dressing Room • Three Large Reception Rooms • EPC Rating E

Albert Dock, L3 Reduced To £279,950

Beach Lawn, L22 Reduced To £589,950

• Victorian Villa • Many Original Features • Basement with Various Useful Rooms • Two Beautiful Entertaining Rooms • Music Room & Play Room

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• Albert Dock • Second Floor Luxury Apartment • Open Plan Lounge With Balcony • Fitted Designer Kitchen • Two Bedrooms

• Rare Opportunity • Freehold Commercial and Freehold Premises • Ground Floor Shop • 3/ 4 Bed Flat To Upper Floors

Ellerman Road, L3 Reduced To £117,500

Fenwick Street, L2 Reduced To £99,950

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Haselbeech Crescent, L11 £82,500

• Extended Mid Town House • Three Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • Fitted Dining Kitchen • EPC Rating D

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• Albert Dock Penthouse Apartment • Spacious Lounge Fitted Kitchen • Three Bedrooms • Three Bath/Shower Rooms • Sun Room Balcony Utility Room

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• Two Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Two Bathrooms Secure Parking • EPC Rating C

Duke Street, L1 £99,950

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Second Floor • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen Bathroom • No Ongoing Chain

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• Mid Terraced House • Offered With No Ongoing Chain • Two Bedrooms Double Glazing, • Central Heating • EPC Band E

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• Fabulous Penthouse • Three Bedrooms • Fantastic Decked Terrace • Views over the Waterfront • Fully Fitted Integrated Kitchen

Mossley Hill Drive, L17 £1,300 pcm

• Ground Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Secure Parking, Residents Gym

X Building, L3 £715 pcm

• Spacious second floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Sitting/dining room • Secure allocated parking • Furnished Available Early January

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Beetham Tower, L3 £2,500 pcm

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Brook Street, L3 £950 pcm

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Focus Building, L3 £695 pcm

• Two Bedrooms • Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom • Available Immediately

Great Sutton, CH66 £575 pcm

• Mid Terraced Property • Three Bedroom Unfurnished • Double Glazed Gas Central Heating • Off Road Parking Gardens • Close to all local amenieties

Heathwood, L12 £1,700 pcm

• Four Bedroom Executive Home • Master En Suite • Family Bathroom With Jacuzzi • Separate Lounge, Dining Room • Study, Breakfast Kitchen Utility Room

Rumford Place, L3 £895 pcm

• Duplex Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms

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• First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge Fitted Kitchen • Luxury Bathroom Off Road Parking • Unfurnished

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• Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Lounge • Part Furnished • Fitted Kitchen • Secure Parking

Walton Lea Road, WA4 £1,300 pcm

• Charming Grade II Listed Cottage • Two Reception Rooms • Farmhouse Style Kitchen • Feature Entrance Hall • Three Bedrooms and Shower Room

Waterloo Road, L3 £750 pcm

• First floor apartment • Two Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • Kitchen, Two Bathroom/Shower Rooms • Secure Parking

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• Ground Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen Bathroom • Close To Liverpool One

Maybank Road, CH42 £450pcm

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£599,950

Heath Hey, Liverpool

£349,950

Queens Drive, Liverpool • EPC Rating: D • L18 Postcode • Extended Semi Detached • Four Bedrooms • Three Receptions

• EPC Rating: Awaited • L25 Postcode • Dormer Bungalow • Three/ Four Bedrooms • Beautiful Front & Rear Gardens

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Childwall Park Avenue, Liverpool

Staplands Road, Liverpool

South Mossley Hill Road, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: E • L16 Postcode • Four Bedrooms • Traditional Semi Detached House • Garage and Off Road Parking

• EPC Rating: E • Liverpool L14 • Five Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Three Bathrooms

• EPC Rating: D • Traditional Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Lounge • Dining Room

£320,000

£369,950

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£219,950

Melbreck Road, Liverpool

Moss Pits Lane, Liverpool

Port Talbot Close, Liverpool

Manor Crescent, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: F • Semi Detached Bungalow • Two/Three Bedrooms • Lounge • Fitted Kitchen

• EPC Rating: E • Traditional Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms • Double Glazed • Gas Central Heating

• EPC Rating: B • L19 Postcode • Four Bedrooms • En Suite to Master Garage

• EPC Rating: Awaited • L25 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Garage

£200,000

£193,500

Whitehedge Road, Liverpool

Brereton Avenue, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: E • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Lounge • Dining Area

• EPC Rating: D • L15 Postcode • Four Bedrooms • Downstairs WC • No Ongoing Chain

£175,000

Allerton Residential office

£185,995

Hargreaves Road, Liverpool • EPC Rating: Awaited • L17 Postcode • First Floor Apartment • Double Glazed Sash Windows • Two Bedrooms with En Suite to Master

£169,950

£184,950

Mallard Close, Liverpool • EPC Rating: D • L26 Postcode • Detached • Three Bedrooms • Front & Rear Gardens

£159,950

0151 734 1440

£159,950

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£299,999

Olive Vale, Liverpool • EPC Rating: E • Conservation Area • Four Bedrooms set across three floors • Front & Rear Gardens • Double Glazed

Speke Road, Liverpool

£177,950

• EPC Rating: D • L25 Postcode • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Front & Rear Gardens

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Ivanhoe Road, Liverpool

Chestnut Grove, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: D • L19 Postcode • Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Front & Rear Gardens

• EPC Rating: Awaited • L17 Postcode • Two Bedrooms • Top Floor • Modern Fitted Kitchen

• EPC Rating: D • L15 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Fully Fitted Kitchen • Front & Rear Garden

£149,950

£149,950

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Alverstone Road, Liverpool

Chermside Road, Liverpool

Lister Crescent, Liverpool

Silverwing House, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: F • L18 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Investment Opportunity • Available with Current Tenants

• EPC Rating: D • L17 Postcode • Mid Terraced Property • Three Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room

• EPC Rating: E • L7 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Rear Garden

• EPC Rating: Awaited • L19 Postcode • Ground Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • En Suite to Master

£137,500

£135,000

£135,000

£129,950

Waverley Road, Liverpool

Rathbone Road, Liverpool

Beresford Road, Liverpool

Alexandra Drive, Liverpool

• EPC Rating: Awaited • L17 Postcode • Duplex Apartment • Open Plan Lounge Kitchen • Large Double Glazed Sash Period Windows

• EPC Rating: E • L15 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Spacious Kitchen • Designated Parking Space

• EPC Rating: D • Mid Terraced • Two Bedrooms • Spacious Kitchen • Four Piece Family Bathroom

• EPC Rating: C • L17 Postcode • Nearby Lark Lane & Sefton Park • Lift Access Secure Off Road Parking with Telephone Control

£119,950

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£104,950

£84,950

38 Allerton Road, Liverpool

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£74,950

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Doric Rd, L4

Bramberton Road, L4

Strawberry Road, L11

Asser Road, L11

£129,950

£124,950

£110,000

£110,000

£109,950

Three bed semi detached, CH, DG, porch, driveway, garden to rear, EPC B

Three bedroom property, reception room, kitchen, black high gloss worktops, bathroom, driveway, off road parking.

Three bedroom townhouse, CH, DG, lounge, kitchen, dining area. garden to rear with patio

Three bedroom property, through lounge, kitchen, fitted wall and base units, gas hob, electric oven, bathroom, rear garden

Three bedroom townhouse with garden.

Through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, garden to rear and driveway to front

Lisburn Lane, L13

Lance Close, L5

Feltwell Rd, L4

Finchley Rd, L4

Walton Lane, L4

£109,950

£105,000

£95,000

£82,950

£74,950

Semi detached property, three bedrooms, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, central heating, double glazing, alarmed, gardens

Semi-detached property, two bedrooms, reception room ,kitchen, double glazing, central heating, front and rear gardens

Three bedroom mid terraced property, central heating, double glazing, kitchen/diner, lounge, yard to rear view by appointment

Three bedroom terrace property, CH, DG, through lounge, yard to rear EPC D

Three bedroom traditional terraced, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom, two double bedrooms, one single bedroom and yard to the rear. Ideal family home

Denebank Road L4

Vicar Road, L6

Globe Street, L4

Dinorwic Rd, L4

Conwy Drive, L6

£69,950

£67,500

£61,995

£59,950

£54,950

Three bedroom traditional med terraced CH, DG, through lounge, kitchen, through lounge, french doors leading to rear yard. in need of updating

Three bedroom terrace property, CH, DG, through lounge fitted kitchen, yard to rear EPC D

Terraced, three bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom ,DG, CH, alarmed, rear yard.

Three bedroom terraced property, central heated & double glazing. though lounge, kitchen & bathroom. yard to rear no chain

EPC D, two bedroom, through lounge bathroom, kitchen, front & rear garden

Penndennis St, L6

Cherry Lane, L4

Dewsbury Rd, L4

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Walney Drive, L12

21 Neston Street, Liverpool 4 4DP. We advise that an offer has been made for the above property in the sum of £41,000. Any persons wishing to increase on this offer should notify the agents of their best offer prior to exchange of contracts. Agents Address Priory Property Services, 70 Priory Road, Liverpool 4 2RZ. Agents Telephone Number: 0151 260 0300

£52,950

£47,950

£35,000

Three bedroom terraced property, near by are local shops, schools & public transport Great transport links to Liverpool City Centre

Two bedroom property, lounge, kitchen, in need of updating

Two bedroom property, two lounges, kitchen, range of units, part tiled, bathroom, L shaped yard.

£575pcm 3 bedroom property, with garden, CH, DG

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Ashlar Grove L17

Calderstones Avenue L18

Allerton Road L18

Elmsfield Road L25

• Stunning Four Bedroom Semi Bespoke Designed Annex • 60m2 Gym, Two Offices, Patio Area and Private Sun Terrace • Three Reception Rooms, EPC Rating Pending

• Four Bed Link Detached, Three Receptions, Cloak Room • En-suite Bedroom, Fully Fitted & Integrated Kitchen • Off Road Parking, Garage, Gardens, EPC Rating Pending

• Three Bedroom Victorian Lodge • Two Reception Rooms, Off Road Parking, Garage, • Sandstone Barn Ideal for Conversion, EPC Rating E

• Four Bedroom Link Detached • Two Reception Rooms, Fitted & Integrated Kitchen • Gardens Front & Rear, EPC Rating D

£465,000

£375,000

£345,000

£229,950

Leybourne Road L25

Christopher Close L16

• Well Presented Five Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms, Conservatory, Ample Parking • Front & Year Gardens, EPC Rating D

• Three Bed Extended Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms, Downstairs Bathroom • Gardens Front & Rear, EPC Rating C

£210,000

£149,950

St Andrew’s Villas L36 Hilberry Avenue L13

• Four bedroom semi detached property • Entrance hall, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen • First floor bathroom, ensuite shower room, rear garden • Off road parking, GCH & DG, utility room. EPC Rating D

• Three bedroom mid terrace property • Entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen • First floor bathroom, rear yard • NO CHAIN. EPC Rating – D

Crossford Road L14 • Two bedroom mid town house • Entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen • First floor bathroom, double glazing, GCH • Front and rear gardens. NO CHAIN. EPC Rating C

£134,950

£54,950

£62,500

Edge Lane Drive L13

Windsor Road L13

Hebden Road L11

Hasfield Road L11

• Three bedroom semi detached property • Gardens to front, rear and side • Porch, hall, lounge, dining room and kitchen • NO CHAIN. EPC Rating D

• Four bedroom semi detached property.

• Entrance hall, lounge, dining room, kitchen, utility room • Ground floor WC, gas central heating, rear garden • NO CHAIN. EPC rating F

• Modern style three bedroom semi detached property • Lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen • Gardens to front and rear, off road parking • DG and GCH. NO CHAIN. EPC rating E

• Three bedroom end terrace property • Entrance hall, lounge, kitchen, downstairs bathroom • GCH, DG, NO CHAIN • EPC Rating F

£89,950

£69,950

£54,950

£45,000

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W H AT ’ S O N T H E M A R K E T ?

TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT, X BUILDING, L3 Close to The business district, Moorfields station and city centre amenities.

Best bits A modern apartment featuring two double bedrooms with an en suite shower room for the master bedroom. There is also a good size living/dining/kitchen area and secure allocated parking.

We say “For those who want to be at the centre of city life and in close proximity to the business district, shopping centres, bars and restaurants of the city centre.”

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Arrange a viewing on 0151 231 6100

ONE OR TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM APARTMENT, THE WHITEHOUSE, AIGBURTH ROAD, L19

775 £ 95pcm 5 £

Close to Two minute walk to Cressington Station, five minutes to Speke and 10 minutes to Liverpool city centre.

Best bits Designer high specification bespoke kitchens boasting the latest appliances, a luxury en suite and master bathroom with floor to ceiling Italian porcelain tiles, and refined attention to detail throughout.

We say “Set in a luxury listed building, there is a choice of one and two-bedroom apartments for couples and sharers in a popular area. Excellent transport links are perfect for commuting into the city centre.”

Great transport links

Arrange a viewing on 0151 738 1619

FOUR-BEDROOM DETACHED, CROXTETH ROAD, L8 Close to Excellent transport links into the city centre and local parks and green spaces.

Best bits Built in 1890, this family home was formerly home to the Brazilian Counsel. This unique property has retained so much of its character, charm and period features.

Features include parking for four cars, a large rear garden and a 25ft dining room with marble fireplaces and chandeliers.

We say “An ideal home for those with an appreciation of period living and eclectic style, this unique luxury property will suit larger families who want plenty of space.”

Arrange a viewing on 0151 207 5923 32 Your Move

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT

THREE-BEDROOM APARTMENT, BEETHAM TOWER, L3 Close to Situated in the commercial district, close to Liverpool waterfront and within walking distance of Liverpool ONE shopping centre.

Best bits This eleventh floor luxury apartment has a spacious open plan lounge and fully fitted kitchen, three double bedrooms two with en suite and further guest bedroom, it also has secure parking.

We say “It is very rare that an opportunity arises to rent such a spacious apartment (over 1500 sqft) with panoramic views of the River Mersey and Wirral.”

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Spacious with fantastic panoramic views

Arrange a viewing on 0151 236 9660

FOUR-BEDROOM MID-TERRACE STUDENT PROPERTY, PORTMAN ROAD, WAVERTREE, L15

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Close to Smithdown Road and local amenities including Asda and the Brookhouse pub.

Best bits The apartment is newly refurbished and rent includes all utility bills and a high-speed internet connection.

We say “An ideal property for a group of students looking to live in this popular student location with excellent transport links to the city centre and university campuses.”

Perfect for students

FOUR-BEDROOM DETACHED, BEMPTON ROAD, RIVERSIDE PARK, L17 Close to Situated in the popular Riverside Park, close to Otterspool Promenade and with easy access to the city centre.

Best bits Fantastic family home with gas central heating and double glazing throughout, three reception rooms, gardens front and rear and off road parking.

We say “A large property with links to the city centre, plenty of green space to enjoy nearby and a good selection of local schools within commuting distance.”

Arrange a viewing on 0151 281 8181

Arrange a viewing on 0151 703 6588

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In 2013 initiatives such as the government’s Help to Buy scheme were credited with helping to boost demand for brand new homes. This, along with the likes of shared ownership, also made the process of stepping onto or moving up the property ladder appear more affordable to buyers.

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Moving into 2014, a number of developers are getting to set to start building new properties across Merseyside in a bid to boost the quality of housing and meet the demands of those wanting to own a home, whilst maintaining affordability and growth in the housing market.

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New developments Developers are going on site across the area in 2014, providing hundreds of new properties for the rental market and first time buyers through to over 55s.

In recent months, Sigma Capital Group plc announced it would be rolling out 550 new rental homes across Merseyside in an initial phase, as part of a major joint venture with investment bank Gatehouse.

The scheme, which has received backing from Prime Minister David Cameron as well as business secretary Vince Cable, is part of a wider initiative that will see 2,000 new privately rented residential properties across the whole of the North West and 6,000 across the UK. Further phases are also in the pipeline.

Construction is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2014, and sites have been identified in Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens.

The homes are said to be being built on land procured and developed by Sigma and the model is underpinned by the company’s long term partnership with Liverpool City Council.

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Construction has also just begun on 24 new homes in Norris Green Village, as part of the Regeneration Liverpool venture between Sigma Inpartnership and the local authority.

Elsewhere in the area, Plus Dane Group has plans to go on site during the first quarter of the year, including the development of 22 new properties for its Willow Park scheme, near to Liverpool Cricket Club in Aigburth.

According to Alison Gittins, sales and marketing co-ordinator at Plus Dane Group: “Plus Dane Group will be launching some exciting new developments in 2014 and initial interest from potential purchasers has been strong. We are taking reservations off-plan at Quarry Brook in Kirkby and St Greg’s in Gateacre.

“Our Willow Park development in Cressington will launch in March and we are expecting there to be lots of demand from first time buyers taking their first step on to the property ladder.”

Meanwhile Riverside Home Ownership promises “another exciting year” for development in 2014 too, as it gets to work on two

Construction is expected to commence in the first quarter of 2014.

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high profile developments in the Belle Vale area.

Jeanette Grady, sales and new business manager at Riverside,

The Mayor of Liverpool, Joe Anderson, has a pledge to deliver 5,000 new and refurbished homes for the city by 2016.

still exceeds “ Demand the supply of new homes, and affordability remains a big concern for buyers. says: “Our scheme at Napps Way will offer two, three and four-bedroom houses for first time buyers and our extra care homes on the Joseph Williams site will be ideal for people aged 55 and over.”

The drive for new schemes Within Liverpool’s Housing Strategy 2013-2016, Councillor Anne O’Byrne, cabinet member for housing, describes the city’s vision to provide “a good range of high quality homes that meets the housing needs of all current and future residents and offers real choice.”

The report adds that housing will be a “key driver of economic prosperity not just in terms of the direct benefits of new housing development on jobs and investment, but also through the positive impact that an improved housing offer will have on encouraging people to stay in the city and the boost this can have in retaining a skilled workforce.”

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Alison Gittins suggests that, with 2013 having brought a “marked increase” in developers launching new sites across the region thanks to Help to Buy, the “momentum looks set to continue in 2014”.

Commenting on the need to build new properties in the city, Riverside’s Jeanette Grady says: “Demand still exceeds the supply of new homes, and affordability remains a big concern for buyers.

We expect to see the same high levels of interest in 2014 as we have done this past year, especially for shared ownership and the range of other government-backed, affordable schemes that we offer.”

Neil Townsend, director at The Riverside Group, also goes on to add: “To deliver innovative solutions and provide much needed housing for different customers is really important, still challenging but market conditions and demand for a decent quality home for rent or sale have never been so important.”

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I’m considering bidding for a property that’s up for auction.

It looks like my ideal home but even if the vendor is after a quick sale the guide price seems unusually low.

What information can the auctioneer provide about how the guide price has been chosen and the history of the property and reasons for its sale?

I moved into a new build three months ago and everything was fine with the property. Do I need to have the house re-inspected and, if so, how often? Also, are there any common problems I should be looking out for now the property is a few months old?

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After the initial inspection, usually occurring at handover, there are no scheduled re-inspections but if you have any issues you can request another check from your developer.

As it’s a new house, you can expect everything to work and your home to be built to a high specification, meeting all modern building standards. Therefore it’s highly unlikely you’ll have any major issues.

Occasionally small issues do arise given the complex nature of home construction. A fairly common issue is shrinkage, which can cause cracking in the plaster. This can be touched up with relative ease.

Contact your developer’s customer care team with any defects or queries where they should be happy to assist.

If anything goes wrong, you shouldn’t be out of pocket as most new homes come with a 10-year Buildmark Warranty. Also, check the length of warranties on individual appliances as these can vary. If you’re unsure, speak to the customer care team for further advice.

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The guide price should have been set by the auctioneer in conjunction with the vendor to reflect an expected sale price. It could be that the guide price is very low as the property may have structural problems or a particularly short lease and as such may be difficult to raise a mortgage on or it could simply be that the vendor requires a quick sale. Either way the auctioneer will be able to explain the reasoning behind the guide price and then in most cases you can commission a survey prior to the auction if required.

As with any property purchase you should gather as much information as possible and if you decide to bid remember that, if successful, you are entering into a legally binding contract on the fall of the gavel and in most cases the completion date will be four weeks from the auction date.

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My house has been on the market for a while but the response has been quiet. I asked my agent why and was told that they had received one offer but it was so much lower than the asking price they decided not to contact me about it.

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This information must be passed on to you promptly and it can be sent by hand, by post, by email or by fax.

Your agent should keep a written record of all of the offers that they have received.

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L I V E R P O O L’ S L AT E S T N E W S

LIVERPOOL STUDENT LETS OWNER LAUNCHES NEW AGENCY ollowing its success, Liverpool Student Lets has branched out with the launch of a new city centre estate agency.

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Haus Liverpool has opened up in a 5,000 sq ft office space within the former Rapid Hardware store at 72-76 Renshaw Street, and will continue with the same principles of strong customer service.

According to solicitor Edward Irving, who runs Liverpool Student Lets and has also set up Haus: “We have enjoyed real success with Liverpool Student Lets and that's down to our

New student developments set for 2014 intake Pall Mall development

The new Haus Liverpool branch

customer-driven ethos.

“Haus is based on these same principles and we are looking forward to helping vendors and buyers make their dream move a reality.”

To celebrate the launch of the new agency, Haus is offering discounted sales fees of £749 to

vendors, and letting management fees of 8% plus VAT to landlords throughout the month of January.

For more information about Haus Liverpool, and the deals on offer to celebrate its launch, call 0151 559 1111.

SELL-OUT SUCCESS FOR BROMBOROUGH POOL All properties at Riverside Home Ownership’s Bromborough Pool development have now been snapped up, just six months after going on the market.

The award-winning affordable homes development in Wirral was launched in June 2013, with 26 properties going up for sale through the government’s shared ownership scheme and 14 additional three-bedroom houses

Riverside’s Bromborough Pool development

A former office building and an empty retail unit in the city centre will be converted into student flats in time for the 2014 student intake, letting agent City Residential has announced.

available for rent.

Having impressed judges at the prestigious Your Move Property Awards in November, when Bromborough Pool picked up the Best Affordable Home accolade, the site has now gone on to achieve further success with the final home being reserved.

Jennifer Bailey, sales and new business negotiator at Riverside, says: “We are delighted that all of the properties at Bromborough Pool have now been reserved. It is also fantastic to be recognised by Your Move Property Awards for the affordability of our homes.”

“We believe it is imperative to enable people to purchase a home in their local community; therefore it’s great to see residents moving into the Bromborough Pool homes and the community thriving.”

The development was built on vacant grasslands in the historic Bromborough Pool village, with care taken to ensure cohesion with existing grade II-listed homes in the area.

The vacant office building on Pall Mall will be converted into 25 studios by developer Bold Spirit and work is expected to be completed by June 2014. Another developer, Kingscrown Properties, has already started work on converting retail space on Moss Street near the Royal Liverpool University Hospital into 21 student rooms and expects the development to be complete in April or May 2014.

The Moss Street rooms will boast en suite bathrooms and prices will start from £100 per week. The Pall Mall studios will be priced at £110 and both rents will be allinclusive, according to City Residential.

City Residential managing director, Alan Bevan, says: “Both of these conversions will offer the high quality student accommodation in locations where there is already strong student demand and in the size of building where that is a little more intimate than some of the larger new build halls of residence.”

For more information about Riverside Home Ownership’s developments in Merseyside, visit www.riverside.org.uk

For details of the two developments contact City Residential on 0151 231 6100.

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H O T P R O P E RT Y N E W S I N L I V E R P O O L

ENERGY FIRM NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Liverpool-based Warmer Energy Services ended 2013 on a high, after being named Business of the Year at a glittering awards ceremony.

The energy provider won the Knowsley Business and Regeneration Awards category for firms with over 50 employees, when the annual ceremony took place at the Grand Marquee in Knowsley Safari Park.

According to Phil Warren, managing director of Warmer Energy Services, which was founded 20 years ago, the award has topped off an “amazing” year for the company.

He adds: “It is a great accolade for the whole team and I am very proud of what we have all achieved in the last 12 months.”

Warmer Energy Services provides heating

insulation and energy saving solutions to local authorities, social landlords and private homeowners.

With a growing portfolio the company also officially opened its larger, newly refurbished offices in September and is continuing to “go from strength to strength”.

Phil says: “Winning the 2014 Business of Year Award confirms for us that the way we are working is the right way and as such, our customer first ethos is something that will never change no matter how large the company gets.”

For further information on Warmer Energy Services visit www.warmerenergyservices.com

Auction success for Sutton Kersh

Hollystead House

A grade-II listed period home in Wavertree was the star of the show as Sutton Kersh recorded sales totalling £4.7m in its final auction of the year.

Hollystead House in Wavertree, a detached property with a guide price of £350,000, sold for £397,000 in the most successful lot of the day. A mixed-use development on Smithdown Road also sold for more than the guide price of £335,000 when it fetched £361,500.

Cathy Holt, auction manageress at Sutton Kersh, says: “Buyers had clearly chosen our auction room instead of the high street as the place to bag themselves a pre-Christmas bargain. There was strong demand for a wide 42 Your Move

range of stock and with plenty of post sale interest the final figures will be even more impressive.”

The December auction, which took place at the city centre Marriott Hotel, was the seventh of the year. In total 75% of the 94 lots were sold during the auction, bringing the yearly total up to more than 600 properties sold and total revenue to nearly £40m.

Sutton Kersh’s first auction in 2014 will take place on 12 February and the deadline for instructions is 15 January.

For more information visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk/auctions-property or call 0151 207 6315.

The Warmer Energy Services team collect their award

AGENT AWARDED ARLA MEMBERSHIP The founder of Astral Property Lettings is celebrating gaining membership of the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA), less than 12 months after setting up the firm.

Having been a private landlord for nearly eight years, Robert Pimblett launched the company during early 2013 in the Ormskirk area.

Astral Property Lettings is After obtaining a level now an ARLA member three award in residential lettings and property management he has now secured membership to ARLA as the business celebrates its first anniversary.

The company covers the Liverpool, Ormskirk, Sefton and West Lancashire areas and acts as a professional management company for landlords and tenants in the letting market. Robert says: “I am extremely proud of what I have accomplished over the last 12 months, from the initial thoughts of beginning the new challenge to passing the qualification and becoming a member of ARLA. “I believe in my ability and experience as a property professional and my aim is to treat all my clients with the professionalism, honesty and integrity they deserve whilst maintaining a solid knowledge base for them.”

Robert says he wants the company to maintain the personal touch in 2014 and has thanked other letting agents for their ‘warm welcome’ into the industry.

For more information on Astral Property Lettings call 07980 842061.

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SECOND PHASE OF APARTMENTS LAUNCHED AT THE ALBANY Quarry Brook

OFF-PLAN SUCCESS FOR QUARRY BROOK SCHEME

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ew homes at Kirkby’s Quarry Brook development are already proving to be popular, despite not yet being complete.

HomesHub, part of the Plus Dane Group, is offering 10 properties for sale at the Northwood residential area through a shared ownership scheme, and has taken three off-plan reservations within one month.

Home buyers who reserve off-plan also receive a free iPad. The two and three-bedroom houses at the site, which are part of the second phase of the award-winning Quarryside development, are available for a minimum share of 25%.

The homes, which are said to be ideal for those taking their first steps on the property ladder, are for sale with a full price of £95,000 to £105,000.

The properties are due for completion from February, when a show home will also launch at the site.

For more information about the Quarry Brook homes available through shared ownership, call HomesHub on 0845 603 4559 or log on to www.homeshub.co.uk

£2,000 cash back scheme for new house buyers Buyers who have turned to the ‘bank of mum and dad’ to pay for their new home will be rewarded with £2,000 cash back once they move in, as part of a new scheme by Countryside Properties.

The developer, which is offering the initiative at its Norris Green Village scheme, says one in five people using the Help to Buy receive financial help from parents or other family members

Five new apartments will go on sale within Liverpool’s historic Albany building, as phase two of a scheme to encourage private owners and investors is launched.

City Residential, which is managing sales of the newly refurbished properties in the commercial district, sold the final vacant apartment following a raft of viewings during late summer and early autumn 2013.

However, new properties ranging from a large one-bedroom apartment to a top floor penthouse suite are being released this month, with a host of incentives in place to help potential buyers.

Frances Lyons, sales manager at City Residential, says: “As well as a Help to Buy scheme for existing tenants we have launched an early completion bonus, which could see you getting £500 back if your purchase is complete within a six week period.

“We are also offering to donate used rental and display furniture to our buyers should they wish. The furniture was once selected by interiors professionals at The Albany to suit the living conditions here, and is perfectly useable. It’s just something additional to

The Albany

try to help ease cost burdens for our homebuyers.”

For more information on buying a home at the former Victorian cotton traders building, which features a beautiful communal courtyard and 24/7 concierge service, call City Residential on 0151 231 6100.

Countryside’s Norris Green Village development

and it wants to “relieve the pressure” on those relatives by offering the payment once paperwork is complete.

Peter Vella, regional sales and marketing director for Countryside Properties, says: “Our scheme is designed to relieve some of that pressure from the family, by offering a reward to help buyers repay their relatives upon completion.

The aim being is that all the family can enjoy this exciting time together and free up some money to

start making their new home their own.”

The deal is available on new-build three and four bedroom homes bought under the Help to Buy scheme, which offers buyers a five-year interest free, 20% government loan and requires only a 5% deposit and a 75% mortgage.

For more information about homes in Norris Green Village contact Countryside Properties on 0151 909 5508.

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Mossley Hill

What are your hobbies?

Running, and I am in training for the 2014 London Marathon.

Age: 32

Main duties: Managing the day to day running of the office and the team.

Education: I studied for a degree in real estate management at Liverpool John Moore’s University (LJMU)

What’s your pet hate?

First job:

Lateness, it is soooo rude!

Working in a seven till 11 convenience store.

Are you a red or a blue?

Red

Shortest job: Night out or night in?

The above, it was far too boring!

A night in with good food and my husband. We have an 18-month-old son.

Joined Keppie Massie in: July 2013

Favourite band/singer: At the moment it’s The Lumineers.

What is the secret of your success?

Communication - between the team and with my clients.

“Dress smart and always be on time. Be willing to work beyond your hours of duty.”

What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?

Don’t promise what you can’t deliver.

Favourite book: I don’t read!

Favourite film: A toss-up between ‘Father of the Bride’ and ‘The Holiday’.

What advice would you give to someone starting out in the industry?

Dress smart and always be on time. Be willing to work beyond your hours of duty.

If you listen you will learn.

Who has been your business mentor?

Louise Kristen, my lecturer from LJMU - total genius.

What makes Keppie Massie different?

Our flexibility and availability for our clients.

We treat every client’s property as if it were our own.

Can you tell us a bit about Keppie Massie’s plans for the start of 2014?

As we perceive the market to be changing, we would like to increase our market share in sales and continue to be Liverpool’s number one letting agent.

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S Club 7 – Don’t Stop Moving was my first CD. I had to perform this in school. I was Bradley. So Solid Crew was my first purchased album.

Job: What does your job entail?

My position as sales manager involves managing 10 developments across the North West region for Taylor Wimpey. Everything from appraisals for the land team when purchasing the site through to ensuring we have a happy homeowner when they legally complete.

What’s your favourite thing about the job?

The satisfaction you get when you hand over the keys to a customer on move-in day. I also enjoy interior design. I love working with the design teams on a new scheme for a new show home.

What’s your least favourite thing about the job?

The M62. Peak hour traffic is horrendous.

Our office is in Birchwood, Warrington, and it is grid locked every morning.

If you weren’t doing this job, what would you be doing?

Definitely something in sales, I love my holidays so perhaps a travel agent. I would be more than happy to check out some destinations!

What are you going to be doing straight after this interview?

Get on the road before the rush and visit the team at our Speakman Gardens development in Prescot.

A newspaper delivery specialist. I provided my services to the Mossley Hill area.

holiday: Egypt was my first holiday. If you are planning a holiday there, I wouldn’t advise you drink the tap water.

house: I have yet to purchase my first property although the first house I moved into was on Kenmare Road, L15. This is going back to my days as a student!

Pet: Snowy, my pet hamster.

Day in the life of... tom mChale lettings manager, City Residential 7:00AM

Alarm goes off and it’s time to get ready for my first day back at the office after 10 days in Mexico!

8:00AM

Arrive at the office and catch up on what has happened while I have been away, fortunately I have checked my emails while away so there isn’t too many of them to go through.

8:30AM

Meeting with the lettings/sales team to go through the previous day’s business and appointments and to talk about the day ahead.

11:00AM

Time to leave for a lettings valuation at a property in Liverpool city centre.

12:30PM

Arrive back at the office with a signed ‘terms of business’ and begin to market the rental property.

2:00PM

Some much needed office time to get back to people from while I was away and to check any enquiries that have come through.

4:00PM

Checking our website, Rightmove and Zoopla to see that all our properties are being advertised.

5:30PM

Back home to the Wirral for a game of five-a-side football and to possibly plan another holiday!

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The amount in annual savings house owners could make if they install cavity wall, internal wall and external wall insulation, as well as double glazing, according to the Energy Savings Trust.

Liverpool City Council has teamed up with the trust to deliver free insulation to some Liverpool homes.

The percentage of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) members who predict rising house prices over the next three months.

Three-quarters of members also expect sales to go up, the highest amount since records began in 1998.

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GUIDE TO...

N I E R U T U F YOUR G N I D L I U B E S HOU If you’re thinking of a new career in house building, the new year could be the perfect time to start. Liverpool City Council has pledged to build 5,000 new homes across the region by 2016, ranging from new developments to renovations of existing derelict properties, so opportunities are on the rise.

From entry-level courses for 16-yearolds fresh out of school to part-time courses for those in employment, there are a number of ways to get your foot in the door of the house building industry in 2014.

TRAINING There are courses available for those out of work to help them improve their skills. Take, for example, Liverpool Habitat for Humanity’s Construction Training Programme (CTP), which offers free courses for those on benefits or in long term unemployment covering everything from basic carpentry to plumbing and pointing brickwork.

Many of the larger construction companies have regular job openings and training opportunities if they have major construction projects in the area. For example, in 2013 Carillion announced it would provide construction jobs and 100 apprenticeships as part of the Royal Liverpool Hospital development.

Austin Bell, project director, Carillion, says: “There will be 100 apprenticeships, along with opportunities for homeless people and 16 to 24-year-olds who are experiencing barriers to learning and employment.”

APPRENTICESHIPS Another route into house building could be through a housing trust apprenticeship. For example, Liverpool Housing Trust takes on eight apprentices each year and offers work experience and work clubs throughout the year.

As part of its AQA centre, candidates can also gain recognised qualifications in their chosen field.

Simon Brown, director of asset management at Liverpool Housing Trust, says: “Our partnership with contractors and training provider Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) means local people are working in the main construction trades, while earning both a wage and achieving recognised qualifications at college.

“Apprenticeships are a fantastic way for those who have an interest in construction to gain valuable experience in the sector and to pick up skills on site, such as joinery, bricklaying and plastering.”

ENTRY-LEVEL COURSES If you want to take a more traditional route, the city’s many sixth forms, colleges and further training institutes offer a variety of construction-themed courses.

Entry-level courses include BTEC and NVQ qualifications in a variety of disciplines, from bricklaying to plumbing.

For example, Liverpool Community College offers NVQ courses and apprenticeships in brickwork and a level one diploma in construction for people to learn the basics.

More advanced BTEC level two and three courses are also available at the college.

HIGHER EDUCATION There are around 70,000 students in Liverpool’s higher education courses at any one time and the subjects covered by the three major universities and specialist institutions include everything you need to begin a career in construction.

From construction to architecture and plumbing to electrician training, university courses deliver a solid introduction to theory and practical experience within the construction industry.

House building across the region is increasing and now is the ideal time to take the training and learn the skills to get your foot in the door through one of the myriad of opportunities available in the city in 2014.

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esign duo tony burke and Philip armstrong have achieved high fashion success around the globe with their Philip armstrong label, but they haven’t forgotten their liverpool roots. despite working on red carpet collections and bespoke dresses, they’ve still found time to create an affordable range for north west-based retailer matalan, as well as recently setting up a pop-up shop at the harvey nichols beauty bazaar. we chat to tony about the label’s celebrity followers, fashion inspirations and maintaining a liverpool base.

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How did the label come about?

Around 15 years ago we started doing bespoke dresses. Then the more the client base built up, a lot of them started coming to get their wedding dresses done and we kind of excelled at it so we made wedding dresses quite a lot around 10-12 years ago.

As things go in peaks and troughs, a few years later the fashion took over again and the bridal wear took a small dip. Obviously our hearts lie in the high fashion industry, although it’s great working on wedding dresses because they’re real labours of love.

Around 2008 we started doing collections for people to come and buy or choose something from so we just built up an amazing client base who started coming from all over the country.

Now people get the train up from London or we’ll go and see them.

We’re very lucky because we’re proud of our Liverpool background and clientele but it’s great that people from outside of the city come to us as well.

Your head office is still in Liverpool. Has there been a temptation to relocate to London?

Always and, to be fair, we could have done it and we probably could have got to where we are now a lot faster but we just didn’t want to. We’re home birds and we’ve got loads of friends and family here.

We’ve always been busy anyway so a few years ago we decided to get some good PR in London, and that’s how we started dressing the likes of Lady Gaga and Katy Perry.

Do those stars come to you for outfits?

No, the stylists will see our lookbooks online and then request pieces, so we send them. In the early days of dressing those big stars we used to get really excited and think ‘oh my God, she’s going to wear it’, but they get clothes thrown at them by every designer in the world, they’ve got access to everything.

We learned very quickly to just send them and if they wear them it’s a bonus, but if not then don’t worry as someone else might.

It must be exciting when they do pick your dresses, especially as people like Lady Gaga are so iconic in their style.

It’s fantastic because sometimes, say if it’s in Los

Angeles, we’ll get a tweet or phone call in the middle of the night to say ‘oh so and so has got it on’ and it’s such a buzz.

With Lady Gaga it was absolutely major and she actually ended up wearing the dress twice, which is unheard of for someone like that, but it was on TV and a magazine cover so it was fantastic. She was photographed with Stephen Fry and she’s got the dress on so that was a really good picture to keep on archive for us.

We got PR in Los Angeles as well and that’s how we’ve got people like Jennifer Lopez. They don’t actually come to us and we don’t personally dress them. We’ve got great relationships with a lot of the stylists.

Is there anyone you’d still like to see wearing one of your designs?

I’d love to dress Blake Lively, and everyone wants to dress the likes of Rosie HuntingtonWhiteley. There are tonnes of people I’d love, but there’s still plenty of time for that.

How would you describe your style at the moment?

To be honest we keep to the same aesthetic all the time, which is not to overdress someone. It’s all about the fit and the shape and silhouette, and that’s basically the background aesthetic, but the line of clothes gets tweaked. It’s always based on how we see that customer looking the best they can look.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

All over really, from travel to just everywhere.

What we do is go ‘she looks amazing but she’d look even better in this’. Also, it’s down to fabrication and we’re lucky to be able to use the best fabrics going so we’ll push the designs along to coincide with the development of fabrics.

We’ve got great beaders and embellishers who do amazing things for us, and we’ve got a lovely factory in Europe which does the bigger runs.

Bespoke things for the individual are done by our highly skilled team - real artisans who are amazing and treat the fabrics beautifully.

What Philip and I do now is work with clients to design and cut the clothes and work on fabric development.

It’s all very carefully worked on in a very close-knit group, which I think you’ve got to be if you’re working on this type of garment. It’s got to be cared for.

Are there any fashion designers that you look up to?

Yes, but more the designers of old really. I love Madame Grés for her beautiful jersey gowns, as she used to make the most beautiful pleated

‘Salma’ dress from the A/W 2013 collection

jerseys. And, of course, everyone in fashion loves the likes of Christian Dior.

I appreciate other designers but I don’t emulate them. This is a really difficult industry, so to produce things and carry on producing things well is really hard work. Anyone who has stayed in the industry and worked really hard deserves appreciation.

Did you always expect the label to take off in the way that it has?

We hoped it would and we’re great believers that if you work really hard then what you put in to life you’ll get something back from. We’ve never been cocky, we’re not like that at all. You just work the best you can, and hope that one day someone sees it and you get a stroke of luck.

What are your plans for 2014?

For 2014 we’re looking at expanding our readyto-wear range with retailers. We’re also very excited about the launch of our diffusion range, which we’ll be launching for February/March.

The main priority is the mainline Philip Armstrong label but we have to do an atelier collection twice a year too because our representation in Los Angeles needs dresses and red carpet gowns. It’s a hand-finished collection of all long gowns, and it’s only a small collection of about 12 gowns per season.

Coming up to this time last season we were lucky enough to dress Helen Hunt on the red carpet for the Critic’s Choice Awards.

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Liverpool Biennial painter prize details announced The Walker Art Gallery has announced details of the 2014 John Moores Painting Prize in the run up to its return during the Liverpool Biennial celebrations.

Liverpool-born David Robinson, founder of David M Robinson jewellers, will sponsor the 60-year-old biennial competition when it returns in 2014, organisers have confirmed.

David says: “I’m delighted to be able to support the arts on Merseyside and the John Moores Painting Prize in particular.

“I was lucky enough to have been helped in the development of my design business by winning two international diamond design prizes and it feels right to be helping others in the same way.”

The £25,000 prize will be awarded to the winner of the event and, along with four runners up, it will form the centrepiece of an exhibition that will open on 5 July to coincide with the Liverpool Biennial, a six-week contemporary art festival taking place across the city, and the International Festival for Business.

Entries will be judged by artists Zeng Fanzhi, Chantal Joffe, Lynette Yiadom-Boakye and Tom Benson, along with director of exhibitions at White Cube Tim Marlow and the winning works will be displayed until 26 October. Previous winners of the award include David Hockney, Sir Peter Blake and the 2012 winner, Sarah Pickstone.

Stevie Smith and the Willow by 2012 winner, Sarah Pickstone

west end show sets LiverpooL date

An award-winning Broadway and West End hit play will arrive in Liverpool in September 2014, it has been announced.

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A new year is the perfect time to start a fresh, and if it’s your career you’re looking to change then help is at hand.

Chambers of Commerce in Liverpool, St Helens and Wirral have joined forces to enable more than 500 local people ‘be their own boss’ by launching new business ventures.

Through the ambitions Enterprising Merseyside initiative, budding entrepreneurs will have access to support and guidance from experienced business advisers and volunteer business mentors.

Business start-up manager, Adrian Ellis, explains: “Starting and running your own

business can be an exciting, rewarding, experience, but it can also be daunting and hard work.

“The Enterprising Merseyside programme will give you all the advice and support you need to get started – and keep going.”

Funded by the European Regional Development Fund, Enterprising Merseyside delivers a full programme of support including help with writing a business plan, tax and finance, and marketing. Support is available to people living in Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens and Wirral.

For more information call 0845 340 9980 or visit www.fb.com/enterprisingmerseyside.

Richard Bean’s One Man, Two Guvnors, a slapstick musical comedy that has previously featured actors such as Gavin and Stacy star James Corden, will visit the city next year as part of a 30-stop UK tour. Having originally appeared at the National Theatre, where it garnered critical acclaim, it has since been performed at worldfamous Broadway and West End venues and completed an international tour across Australia, Hong Kong and New Zealand.

Described as an English language version of Carlo Goldini’s Italian comedy, The Servant of Two Masters, the show has been seen by over one million people worldwide since its debut in 2011. It is described by the National Theatre as “a unique, laugh-out-loud mix of satire, songs, slapstick and glittering one-liners.”

The show will be performed at the Liverpool Empire Theatre from 1-6 September, and is the latest West End blockbuster to be lined up for the venue this year. The Lion King and Wicked will also be heading to the theatre in 2014.

The cast for One Man, Two Guvnors is still to be announced. For tickets and further information visit www.atgtickets.com/liverpool.

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Peter Wong (Wongs Jewellers) and Matt McCawley (Tivon Fine Jewellery)

sParkling Jewellery on show at wongs uests were treated to champagne and canapés when they attended a special client evening at Liverpool’s Wongs Jewellers recently.

The event, held at the retailer’s showroom in Whitechapel, Stanley Street in association with Tivon Fine Jewellery, showcased the store’s extensive watch and fine jewellery collection including Tivon coloured stone items.

Lucky guest Patricia Street won a pair of diamond earrings worth £2,000 on the night, and those who weren’t presented with a sparkling prize didn’t miss out either as they enjoyed a 10% discount.

Steven Fletcher provided mellow music as those who attended browsed the dazzling jewels on offer during the event.

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The Wongs Jewellers team

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Beautiful Tivon stones were displayed

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SINGING SENSATIONS 6 January, EchoTwo at Echo Arena Liverpool X Factor boy band sensations, Union J follow up on the success of their debut single ‘Carry You’ with their first UK headline tour.

The group will be performing at the Echo Arena’s EchoTwo venue,

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and it’s looking like it’s going to be a fantastic evening.

Support on the night will be from fellow boy band Room 94.

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7-10 January, The Arts Centre, Myrtle Street

STRING SPECTACULAR 10 January, The Bluecoat Michael Frayn’s masterpiece comedy, Noises Off, will be performed

by Virgin Media Shorts finalists, PurpleCoat Productions, from 7-10 January.

The classic play is a hilarious farce and focuses on the characters and backstage drama of amateur theatre.

Tickets, priced £10 or £8 for concessions, are available by logging on to www.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk

he extremely talented Liverpool String Quartet will take to the stage in The Bluecoat for what promises to be a glorious evening of music.

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a mix of vocalists as part of Linda McDermott’s BBC Radio Merseyside Gala Concert, Under the Duvet Club.

Tickets, priced £12/£10 for concessions, are available at www.thebluecoat.org.uk

TOWN HALL HISTORY 13 January, Liverpool Town Hall Steve Binns MBE, the city’s community historian, will once again provide a fantastic guided tour of the magnificent Liverpool Town Hall.

During the event, Steve will also share a tale or two about the characters

who have come through the doors of the historic building over the years.

Places must be booked in advance.

Check availability and times by contacting Liverpool Town Hall on 0151 233 3020. Adults £3.

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THE RIDE OF YOUR LIFE (LEFT) Cow&Co, Cleveland Square Make 2014 the year you breathe new life in to your morning commute by beating the bus and cycling to work in style. Gorgeous café-come-shop Cow&Co has the most beautiful ladies bicycle (£550) available that may well be our favourite piece in store. Coupling retro elegance with modern functionality, one glance will have you picking out helmets…though you may not be able to find one pretty enough to do it justice.

get your glow baCk (RIGHT) The Body Shop, Clayton Square Shopping Centre The festive season has drawn to an end and many of us have come out the other side feeling run down and wrung out. The weeks of over-indulgence have played havoc with our skin in particular. Luckily, The Body Shop has developed a best-selling Vitamin C range (£13-£15), including everything from a facial radiance powder mix to radiance capsules, that boosts your intake of the antioxidant and leaves your skin looking visibly brighter and feeling silky smooth.

UNDER THE SEA STYLE (BELOW) Boudoir Boutique, Cavern Walks With the treasured tinsel of Christmas firmly behind us, new year winter style is an awkward challenge to overcome. Steering clear of red/green combinations is the obvious rule, but what about silver and gold?

Independent style sanctuary Boudoir Boutique has the answer in the form of these striking clutches (£55), by fashion royalty Zandra Rhodes.

The shell shape is entirely un-Christmassy, but the metallic shades keep them wonderfully wintry; a perfect balance.

RESURRECT YOUR RUNNING (ABOVE) Resurrection, Bold Street Every new year, millions of people vow to give up the junk food and get exercising. Whilst Liverpool boasts enough gorgeous green spaces that you can avoid forking out for a gym membership, without the right running shoes it’s hard to stay motivated. Resurrection was one of the first stockists to get the super Supra Owen’s (£64.95) in store, and they are becoming increasingly popular due to both their comfort and style, leaving you with no excuse to not get outside!

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January detox 2014 has arrived and January is traditionally a time for New Year’s resolutions. If you’ve over-indulged over the festive season and are in need of a health kick, take a look at these three healthy but tasty dining and drinking alternatives to start your new regime.

Fruity and Fresh The Brink, Parr Street A bar, venue and exhibition space with a completely alcohol-free smoothie, cocktail and soft drinks menu, all of The Brink’s profits are used to support those who have suffered from alcoholism and addiction.

Fresh pressed fruit drinks, ice cream-based smoothies and a selection of warm drinks are available and there’s also an extensive food menu and a range of art, poetry and music events in this versatile, creative space.

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EAT, South John Street Based in Liverpool ONE, EAT has a wide selection of breakfast, lunch and drinks options including ‘energising’ fruit drinks, detoxfriendly salads, soups, bagels and wraps.

All of the food is made by hand in the store’s kitchen – EAT has a strictly no massproduced sandwich policy - and nutritional information is displayed on the menu.

guilt-Free Feast SkinniMalinx, Castle St SkinniMalinx has become a staple of the Castle Street lunch hour with its healthy, guilt-free food and service with a smile. All meals have nutritional information displayed and are made fresh each day from low-fat ingredients. This is the ideal place to find delicious soups and sandwiches that help you stay healthy without sacrificing flavour.

Most people will know Studio2 as the trendy bar tucked away on Parr Street, with a layout that hasn’t changed much from the room’s days as a recording studio. It boasts Coldplay and Barry Manilow among the artists to have recorded albums at the venue and the bar is renowned for its dedication to live music acts from the city and beyond.

A refurbishment has given the bar a refreshed look and added a restaurant area to the venue, allowing visitors to enjoy a meal while they watch the live music.

The familiar wood and leather-clad bar now has an accompanying ‘live lounge’, an intimate space with small tables packed in front of a stage, where oftenoverlooked genres of music are celebrated with a string of impressive acts.

The food is not your usual ‘order and serve’ meal either.

The menu comprises of 12 smaller dishes along with a handful of snacks and desserts, and diners are encouraged to try two or three

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of each. Once we had ordered the dishes, which range in price from £3.95 to £5.95, arrived on an eye-catching double-layer platter on slate plates delivered by friendly and accommodating staff.

The highlight of the meal was the sausage platter served with mustards and chutneys. The sausages were incredibly tasty and the wide selection of dips perfectly complemented the continental-style sausages on offer. The pesto potatoes, while expensive, were also beautifully seasoned. My dining partner enjoyed the tiger prawns, which were fresh and succulent and the chilli, garlic and sliced pepper creole added a spicy kick. The chef ’s bean falafal was another highlight, with a yoghurt and coriander dip adding some flavour to the filling dish.

The food was served in small portions but we soon found ourselves full.

Unfortunately this did not leave any room for the cheese board (£6.50) – a selection of cheeses supplied by the

Liverpool Cheese Company and a popular option that I will be sure to go back for.

There was, however, room for a cocktail and the Whiskey Sour was excellently presented and a delicious thirst quencher.

Entertainment on the night was supplied by US group Phoebe’s Dream, whose ‘viper era’ music provided an entertaining backdrop to the evening and created an intimate gig experience while we enjoyed the food.

Studio2 is very much a performance venue and the nature of the pick ‘n’ mix menu, huge selection of cocktails and cabaret-style seating ensures this is much more than a simple restaurant. This is food and entertainment rolled into one, all situated in a building that oozes style. As the perfect beginning to a night out or a destination in its own right, the new, improved Studio2 is one of the city’s most unique venues and one you will want to return to again and again.

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lennon Fans Pay tribute eatles’ fans from around the world headed to Liverpool’s waterfront to once again pay tribute to legendary band member John Lennon.

Albert Dock’s ‘Fab Four’ themed attraction, The Beatles Story, hosted the fourth annual John Lennon Peace Vigil with tributes, poems and songs being performed and dedicated to the iconic musician.

Held on the anniversary of his untimely death in December 1980, the well-attended event saw acts including upcoming Liverpool band MiC Lowry and members of The Beatles Story’s team take to the stage, and visitors also left messages of respect to John on a special ‘Wheel of Peace’.

The vigil ended with a walk to the European Peace Monument, opposite the Echo Arena, which was originally unveiled by Julian and Cynthia Lennon.

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Matt Breen and Hannah Jones (Matt played George Harrison at the Royal Court in the 2013 performance of ‘Lennon’)

MiC Lowry perform some Beatles songs as part of their tribute

Louisa Dinis (from Brazil) and Ronja Foitzik (from Germany)

Katarina, Allesandro and Marco (all from Italy)

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