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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM // ISSUE 365
06 JUNE – 19 JUNE 2014
LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE
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EDITOR’S LETTER... Liverpool city centre has long been a popular destination for tourists, thanks to its historic landmark buildings, key cultural attractions and bustling bars, restaurants and retail offering. But as well as those who like to venture in for a visit from the suburbs or much further afield, home buyers across the board are also realising the city centre’s potential as a vibrant place to live. Whether it’s first time buyers or older residents looking to settle, our latest Hot Topic takes a look at why inner city homes can be such an attractive purchase. And following the recent government debate on letting agents’ fees, our guide brings expert insight on how new reforms will affect potential tenants. Plus, everyone loves a giveaway so make sure you don’t miss out on our fabulous Summer Beach Party ticket competition.
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W H AT ’ S O N T H E M A R K E T ?
LONG LANE, GARSTON L19
EMILY MILLS managing director, PLA Properties VIEW NOW 0151 489 0999
How much? £345,950 Bedrooms Seven Close to A great location for John Lennon Airport and national and local trains. Within commuting distance of Liverpool city centre. Benefits from Featuring two lounges, fully fitted kitchen, utility room, pantry, seven bedrooms with the potential to convert to office or storage space, and a large bathroom with Victorian bath, toilet and pedestal shower. There are a number of Victorian outbuildings, an outside toilet, a front garden, enclosed rear garden, off street parking and double garage. Agent’s view “A beautiful, spacious property with many original Victorian features. The house is situated on a double plot and has great potential to build on the land subject to planning permission.”
QUEENS DRIVE, ALLERTON L18
LAURA KILBANE branch manager, Abode Allerton VIEW NOW 0151 601 3003
How much? Offers over £400,000 Bedrooms Six Close to The bars and restaurants of Allerton Road, with excellent parks such as Calderstones Park and Sefton Park nearby. Benefits from Spacious and well planned out accommodation, which could be used as a modern family home. Agent’s view “An amazing character property located in a desirable area of Allerton. This spacious property boasts generous accommodation that has been well maintained throughout. It is rare that a property of this size and character is available so a viewing is a must.”
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PROPERTIES FOR SALE
RESERVOIR ROAD, WOOLTON L25
SAMANTHA CLOTHIER branch manager, Venmore VIEW NOW 0151 733 9000
How much? £449,950 Bedrooms Four Close to Woolton Village offering an array of shops, amenities and restaurants. Benefits from The property benefits from a kitchen/diner, integral garage, spacious lounge, conservatory and study. Agent’s view “This is a beautifully presented four-bedroom detached family home in a highly sought after location.”
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KIMBERLEY PRICE sales negotiator, Entwistle Green Liverpool City Centre. VIEW NOW 0151 236 8187
How much? £127,000 - £189,000 Bedrooms One to three Close to Located within the business district, close to universities and Liverpool ONE. Benefits from Excellent location. The recently refurbished apartments boast roof top terraces. Resident parking with a concierge service is available for this city centre development. Agent’s view “This development has proven very popular with first times buyers and is also showing an early demand amongst our investors as it delivers great yields.”
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NE W
£775,000
£699,950
AIGBURTH HALL ROAD, AIGBURTH, L19 Luxury detached residence, spacious lounge & dining room with air conditioning, study & conservatory with air conditioning, galleried landing & four bedrooms & master with en-suite & dressing room, family bathroom & wc, EPC D
GLENATHOL ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Beautiful detached residence, cloakroom & wc & formal dining room, spacious rear lounge & charming 'inglenook' fireplace, family/sitting room, five bedrooms & quality en-suite to master, family bathroom & separate wc, EPC D W E NERIC P
W NE
£575,000
£550,000
NORTH DRIVE, WAVERTREE, L15 Charming period semi detached residence, garden flat & self contained coach house, over three floors, eight bedrooms over upper floors, two bathrooms & kitchenette, sitting room & office/utility area, fitted dining kitchen, EPC awaited
HEATH CLOSE, WOOLTON, L25 Extended dormer bungalow, re-deisgned for disabled living, lounge through to dining room, dining kitchen & utility room, four double bedrooms, disabled en-suite wet room, hi-spec energy saving heating, energy saving solar system, EPC D
W NE
W NE
£495,000
£399,950
CHURCH ROAD, ROBY, L36 Charming farmhouse, formerly the farmhouse to Lord Derby's estate, open plan hall through to formal lounge, entertaining dining room, study & cellar, four double bedrooms & thee occasional bedrooms with private staircase, EPC E
HORNBY LANE, CALDERSTONES, L18 Period semi detached, extended & improved accommodation, entrance porch & reception hall, ground floor wc, lounge & sitting room, extended family dining kitchen, utility room & four bedrooms, bedroom three with en-suite bathroom, EPC E
W E NERIC P
OIRO £359,950
£340,000
CHILDWALL PARK AVENUE, LIVERPOOL, L16 Traditional semi detached, four bedrooms, reception hall & living room, open plan kitchen, dining room & sitting room, kitchen fitted with a range of units, rear hallway & ground floor wc, family bathroom & wc, integral garage, EPC E
YE PRIORY COURT, WOOLTON, L25 A unique & beautifully presented duplex apartment, spacious lounge, open plan kitchen & dining area, private balcony overlooking communal gardens, three double bedrooms, master bedroom with en-suite, family bathroom, EPC E
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W E NERIC P
W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
OIRO £325,000
£299,999
£289,950
OIEO £280,000
GREENHEYS ROAD, L8 Four Storey detached with 6 self contained apartments. EPC awaited
CHURCH ROAD, L26 Extended detached, four bedrooms, open plan family room through to conservatory, EPC awaited
BARROWS GREEN LANE, WA8 Exceptional detached dormer bungalow, four bedrooms, conservatory, lounge, bathroom/wc, EPC
BUCKINGHAM AVENUE, L17 Mid terraced, five bedrooms, lounge & dining room, morning room & breakfast kitchen, EPC E W E NERIC P
W E NERIC P
£279,950
£275,000
CHILDWALL VALLEY RD, L16 Extended semi detached, four main bedrooms, lounge & open plan family room/kitchen, EPC E
QUEENS DRIVE, L18 Semi detached, six bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, ground floor wc & dining room, EPC D W E NERIC P
W NE
£269,950
£265,000
WHITEHEDGE ROAD, L19 Substantial semi detached, five double bedrooms over two floors, dining kitchen, no chain involved, EPC F
WOOLTON ROAD, L25 Semi detached, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, morning room & kitchen, EPC E W E NERIC P
W NE
W NE
W NE
£249,950
£240,000
£225,000
£215,000
DARSEFIELD ROAD, L16 Semi detached residence, recently re-furbished, open plan dining kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC F
NORTH BARCOMBE RD, L16 Semi detached, reconfigured to the ground floor, three bedrooms & family bathroom, EPC D
LAWRENCE CLOSE, L19 Detached bungalow, open plan lounge & dining room, fitted kitchen, conservatory, two double bedrooms, EPC D
SEVENOAK GROVE, L35 Modern detached, four bedrooms & en-suite to master, lounge & kitchen & conservatory, EPC C
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W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
NE W
£205,000
£199,950
£185,000
£185,000
CENTREVILLE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced, three well proportioned bedrooms, dining room & attractive kitchen, rear courtyrad, EPC E
HALE ROAD, L24 Substantial semi detached, lounge & dining room, kitchen & rear porch, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D
BUNDORAN ROAD, L17 End terraced, three bedrooms & family bathroom, lounge, dining room, spacious kitchen, EPC D
CENTREVILLE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced, spacious accommodation, loung, dining kitchen & three bedrooms, EPC awaited
W NE
W NE
£175,000
£165,000
£160,000
WENDOVER AVENUE, L17 End terraced, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, dining kitchen & utility room, EPC E
LINKSIDE ROAD, L25 Linked semi detached, extended to rear, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, DG, GCH, EPC D
QUARRY STREET, L25 End cottage, two double bedrooms, two reception rooms, modern kitchen, timber & glazed lean-to, EPC D
STATION ROAD, L25 Semi detached dormer bungalow, two double bedrooms, lounge & study / snug, kitchen, EPC F
£160,000
£160,000
£150,000
£139,950
YORK COTTAGES, L25 Charming Grade II listed cottage, modernised throughout, two bedrooms, dining Kitchen, EPC D
CHERMSIDE ROAD, L17 Mid terraced, lounge & open plan dining room, spacious fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC awaited
BERTRAM ROAD, L17 Duplex apartment, ground & lower ground floor, two double bedrooms, recently refurbished, EPC awaited
DEVERELL ROAD, L15 Semi detached, extended to the ground floor, three bedrooms, in need of some modernisation, EPC C
W NE
W NE
W E NERIC P
£185,000
W NE
W NE
W E NERIC P
W E NERIC P
£109,950
£90,000
£75,000
£22,000
ST MICHAEL'S ROAD, L17 Purpose built ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, bathroom, spacious lounge/dining room, EPC C
WHARFEDALE STREET, L19 Mid terraced, two bedrooms & family bathroom, spacious dining kitchen & utility room, EPC D
SHREWSBURY PLACE, L19 Mid terrace house, open plan living room through to kitchen, two bedrooms, small rear yard, EPC D
SEDDON ROAD, L19 A first floor apartment, 25% shared ownership, 75% remains with Riverside Housing, EPC awaited
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£235,000
£220,000
From £215,000
THE REACH, L3 Seventh floor penthouse appartment, three bedrooms, state of the art kitchen, EPC C
MERTON ROAD, L20 Grade ll listed semi detached cottage, six bedrooms, two reception rooms, dining kitchen, EPC F
SOUTH QUAY, L3 Second floor apartment, split level lounge/dining room, two king size bedrooms, EPC C
DEVONSHIRE ROAD WEST, L8 Selection of town houses, three bedrooms, arranged over three floors, original features retained, EPC tbc
£205,000
£155,000
£146,500
£129,950
LITTLE CATHARINE STREET, L8 Contemporary coach house, two bedrooms, spacious open plan living area, offered without chain, EPC E
ALEXANDRA TOWER, L3 Eighth floor apartment, two double bedrooms, fantastic river views, two allocated car spaces, bathroom/wc, EPC C
WATERLOO QUAY, L3 Double glazing, second floor apartment, two double bedrooms, en-suite shower room, parking, EPC C
EDEN SQUARE, L2 Fourth floor modern apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, balcony, EPC C
W NE
OIEO £250,000
W NE
W NE
W NE
W E NERIC P
£119,950
£110,000
£92,950
ASHBURNHAM WAY, L3 Modern mid town house, three bedrooms, without chain, secure and gated communal parking, EPC C
EXCHANGE STREET EAST, L 2 Fourth floor apartment, one bedroom, spacious open plan living area/kitchen, generous balcony, EPC D
BERESFORD ROAD, L8 End town house, three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, shower room/wc, cloakroom/wc, EPC C
HALE ROAD, L4 Victorian semi detached house, well presented throughout, three bedrooms, EPC D
£90,000
£84,950
£69,950
£32,500
FOUNTAINS ROAD, L4 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, fitted dining kitchen, conservatory, bathroom/wc, EPC D
OLD HALL STREET, L3 Studio apartment, popular and convenient city centre location, situated within a Grade ll listed, EPC G
OLNEY STREET, L4 Spacious mid terraced house, two bedrooms, well presened throughout, double glazing, EPC D
LYDIA ANN STREET, L1 Second floor apartment, 25% shared ownership, one double bedroom & bathroom/wc, EPC C
W NE
W NE
£124,995
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W NE
W NE
W NE
£620,000
£494,950
£325,000
£199,950
WOODLANDS PARK, L12 Executive detached house, five bedrooms, sitting room, lounge/dining room & conservatory, EPC E
KNOWSLEY LANE, L34 Detached period residence, over three floors, six bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms, EPC E
REGIMENT WAY, L12 Detached house, five bedrooms, two reception rooms, family room open plan to kitchen, EPC C
FAIRFIELD CRESCENT, L36 Extended semi detached, 4 bedrooms, porch & hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, utility, sitting area, EPC D
W NE
W NE
W NE
W NE
£185,000
£180,000
OIEO £149,950
£147,990
ALMONDS GREEN, L12 Grade II listed town house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, sun room, EPC exempt
EDGEMOOR ROAD, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room & conservatory, kitchen, EPC D
GRENADIER DRIVE, L12 Town house property, 3 bedrooms - master ensuite, gf wc & utility room, first floor kitchen, EPC C
ROEMARSH CLOSE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, garage conversion, modern dining kitchen, EPC C W E NERIC P
W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
£145,000
£135,000
£134,995
£120,000
MELWOOD DRIVE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, modern fitted kitchen, modern bathroom wc, EPC D
BIDSTON ROAD, L4 Semi detached, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, extended breakfast kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC E
MILFORD DRIVE, L12 Extended semi detached house, three bedrooms, extended dining room, fitted kitchen, lounge, EPC D
EATON ROAD NORTH, L12 Semi detached house, two reception rooms, three bedrooms, conservatory, no chain involved, EPC D W E NERIC P
W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
£115,000
£109,995
£109,950
£90,000
MERCER COURT, L12 Extended semi detached house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC C
DEYSBROOK LANE, L12 Terrace, 3 bedrooms, lounge, conservatory, kitchen, bathroom & separate wc, EPC D
MEADE ROAD, L13 Semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom, front & rear gardens, EPC D
ROTHERHAM CLOSE, L36 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom, wc, cul de sac, EPC C
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W E NERIC P
W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
£89,950
£82,500
£79,950
£70,000
ELWICK DRIVE, L11 Town house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, popular location, EPC D
PENNSYLVANIA ROAD, L13 End terrace property, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, ground floor shower room, EPC E
COULPORT CLOSE, L14 Semi detached house, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, gardens to front & rear, EPC D
BRANSTREE AVENUE, L11 Mid terraced house, lounge, dining kitchen, three bedrooms, refurbished, gardens, no chain, EPC C
W NE
W E NERIC P
W NE
£70,000
£69,950
£69,950
£69,950
EAST PRESCOT ROAD, L14 Mid terrace cottage, two bedrooms, vestabule, lounge, dining room, kitchen, EPC D
ARDLEIGH ROAD, L13 End terrace property, 3 bedrooms, porch & hall, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC F
CHELSEA PARK, L12 Self contained apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom/wc, en-suite, EPC C
CARR CLOSE, L11 End terrace property, 3 bedrooms, entrance porch & hallway, lounge, dining kitchen, EPC C W E NERIC P
W E NERIC P
W NE
£64,950
£62,500
£59,950
HANS ROAD, L4 Extended terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, sitting room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC E
NEWCOMBE STREET, L6 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, groundfloor bathroom/wc, EPC D
FREME CLOSE, L11 Semi detached, no chain, three bedrooms, entrance hall, lounge & dining room, kitchen, EPC G
RISBURY ROAD, L11 Terrace house, 3 bedrooms, porch & entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D
£59,950
£50,000
£35,000
OIEO £27,000
FRODSHAM STREET, L4 Terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, ground floor bathroom/wc, EPC D
CHELSEA COURT, L12 First floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, double glazing, EPC D
NIMROD STREET, L4 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, popular location, EPC awaited
HOLLOW CROFT, L28 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, shower room/wc, gardens, EPC C
W NE
W NE
W NE
£67,500
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£1,150pcm
£795pcm
£795pcm
£750pcm
THE REACH, L3 Penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms, spacious open plan living area, kitchen, EP CD
HARGREAVES ROAD, L17 Duplex apartment two bedrooms, spacious lounge, fully fitted modern kitchen, modern bathroom, EPC C
TOWER BUILDING, L3 Two bedroom, furnished, apartment, grade 2 listed building, open plan lounge/kitchen, EPC C
OLD HAYMARKET, L1 All bills included (except council tax), recently refurbished one bedroom apartment, EPC C
£695pcm
£625pcm
SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3 Ground floor apartment, fully furnished, two double bedrooms, bathroom & ensuite bathroom, EPC D
PALMERSTON DRIVE, L25 Modern semi detached, two bedrooms, lounge, modern kitchen, gas central heating system, EPC C
£600pcm
£500pcm
LEEDS STREET, L3 Two bedrooms, first floor apartment, furnished, modern kitchen, bathroom, decked balcony, EPC C
BRANSTREE AVENUE, L11 Three bedroomed terraced, lounge, dining kitchen, ground floor bathroom/wc, gch, d/g, gardens. EPC C
£495pcm
£450pcm
£425pcm
FIELDTON ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, part furnished, breakfast kitchen, EPC E
ORLEANS ROAD, L13 Terraced house, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, fitted kitchen, double glazed, GCH, EPC D
OCEANIC ROAD, L13 Terraced house, unfurnished, two bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom, good location, EPC F
£350pcm GOODISON ROAD, L4 Two bedrooms, spacious living room, modern fitted kitchen, bathroom, street parking, EPC D
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tel. 0151 231 6100
www.cityresidential.co.uk
£94,950
The Collegiate
£230,000
One Park West
One Bed Second Floor Apartment En-suite Bathroom No chain involvement EPC - C
PRICED TO SELL – City Residential are pleased to offer this one bedroom apartment in this stunning converted school close to the city centre.
£79,950
Two Bedroom Tenth FloorApartment Secure Allocated Parking Balcony With Views Over Liverpool One EPC - B
£79,950
City Residential are pleased to offer this beautifully present apartment located in the heart of Liverpool One. It boasts two bathrooms, a balcony and allocated parking.
£89,950
£95,000
Baltic Square
Cornwallis Court
Central Gardens
Liberty Place
• One Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Living/Kitchen • City Centre Location • EPC - B
• One Bedroom Studio Apartment • Ropewalks Location • Ideal Investement • EPC - E
• Two Bedroom Apartment • Ideal Investment Opportunity • En-Suite Shower Room • EPC - B
• One Bedroom Apartment • Ropewalks Location • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC - B
£102,500
£114,950
£118,950
£115,000
Hatton Gardens
Pall Mall
York Street
Mann Island
• One Bedroom Studio Style Apartment • Good Size Living Accommodation • Secure Car Parking • EPC - E
• Two Bedroom Apartment • City Centre Location • Balcony • EPC - C
• Two Bedroom Apartment • City Centre Location • Early Viewing Recommended • EPC - E
• One Bedroom Apartment In The • Stunning Views Over The Albert Dock • Well Presented • EPC - C
£119,950
£125,000
£143,000
£215,000
Central Gardens
Quebec Quay
The Albany
Waterloo Warehouse
• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-suite Bathroom • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC - D
• One Bedroom Penthouse Apartment • Popular Dockland Location • Viewing Recommended • EPC - C
• Two Bedroom Apartment • Duplex Layout • Secure Allocated Parking • EPC - C
• Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Secure Allocated Parking • En-suite Bathroom
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£1,200pcm
Unity Building
From £550 pcm
Alex Tower
Three Bedroom Luxury Apartment Fully Furnished On site gymnasium
Selection of One and Two Bedroom Apartments Fully furnished
Modern Throughout Incredible views from balcony
Close to business district Amazing Views
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£650pcm
£650pcm
£750pcm
£900pcm
City Quay
The Reach
Focus Building
South Ferry Quay
• Two double Bedrooms • Part Furnished • Popular development
• Two Bedrooms • Fully Furnished • Allocated Parking
• Two Bedrooms • Allocated Parking • Modern Interior
• Three Bedrooms • Fully Furnished • With looking over the river
Moss Street
BE QUICK ....ONLY ONE APARTMENT REMAINS! STUNNING NEW STUDIO APARTMENTS IN PALL MALL A stunning newly converted scheme of 25 luxury studio apartments with en-suite and kitchenette facilities. All rooms have superbly appointed shower rooms, built in furniture, wifi, flatscreen tv, on-site laundry room and cycle store. Popular location in the Business District of Liverpool.
Register your interest today Available from £105per week
There is only one 6 bedroom apartment remaining in this stunning brand new development of four apartments situated in this most sought after residential area. All the bedrooms in the apartments include a flat screen (wall mounted) television, chest of drawers, wardrobe, bedside table & desk and a stunning stylish en-suite shower room. The apartment benefits from a cycle store, utility room with a washer & dryer and a stylish large open plan fully fitted kitchen/dining/living area including dishwasher. This apartment is inclusive of all utility bills and high speed broadband.
Rooms are priced from only £105 per week.
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RESIDENTIAL Sales Beetham Tower, L3 £229,950
Prescot Road, L39 Reduced To £799,950
• Luxury Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge/Dining Room • Separate Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Fantastic Views Across The River Mersey • 24hr Concierge • Secure Parking • EPC Rating C
Fairfield Street, L7 £200,000
• Detached Property • Four Double Bedrooms, Three Reception Rooms • Fitted Designer Kitchen, Separate Dining Room • Utility Room, Downstairs W.C • Mezzanine Landing, Double Garage • Set In a Third Of An Acre Of Plot, EPC Rating C
• Spacious Three Storey Detached Property • Four Bedrooms • Two Lounges • Games Room • Dining Kitchen • Two Bathrooms • Garage • Garden • Awaiting EPC
Haselbeech Crescent, L11 Reduced To £79,950
Benson Street, L1 £105,000
Ellerman Road, L3 Reduced To £117,500
Cornwallis Court, L1 £124,950
• Extended Mid Town House • Three Double Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • Fitted Dining Kitchen • GCH, EPC D
• Second Floor Apartment • Double Bedroom, Spacious Lounge • Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom • Residents Parking Permit available • Awaiting EPC
• Stylish 2nd Floor Apartment • Fitted Kitchen with Smeg Appliances • Two Double Bedrooms, River Views • No Chain,Communal Gardens • Allocated Parking, EPC B
• Two Bedroom Apartment • Spacious Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Upper Ground Floor, Parking • Ideal Investment Opportunity
Rumford Place, L3 £125,000
St Pauls Square, L3 £134,950
Falkner Square, L8 £174,950
Kingsley Close , L31 £245,000
• 7th Floor apartment • Balcony with city views • Open plan living/dining, Fitted kitchen • Contemporary bathroom • Available immediately, 24 Concierge
• Two Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Lounge, Fitted Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Balcony • Commercial District, EPC C
• Grade II Listed Building • Ground Floor Duplex Apartment • Spacious Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Residents Parking, EPC D
• Linked Detached Property • Three/Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms, Fitted Kitchen • Conservatory, Utility Room • Off Road Parking, EPC Rating E
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Lettings Sefton Street, L8 £550 pcm
Argyle Street, L1 £750 pcm
Duke Street, L1 £750 pcm
West Quay, L3 £975 pcm
• One Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Very high specification • Popular Gallery Location • Avaliable from the 16th July
• Close To Liverpool One Shopping • Two Double Bedrooms • Master Bedroom With En-Suite • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom • Secure Underground Parking, Tenanted
• Modern Apartment • Next to Liverpool One • Two Double Bedrooms • Second Floor, Furnished • Tenanted Until 5th June
• Spacious Split Level Apartment • Separate Kitchen With Modern Units • Attractively Presented • Master Bedroom With En Suite • Large Second Bedroom with Balcony
Unity Building, L3 £1,100 pcm
Holmefield Road, L19 £1,200 pcm
Unity Building, L3 £1,400 pcm
Linwood House, L18 £2,500 pcm
• Thirteenth Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen, Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Parking, Furnished, EPC Rating C
• Spacious Three Bedroom Apartment • Converted Manor House • Two Double Bedrooms • Master With En-Suite, Secure Parking • Available Immediately
• 21st Floor • Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment • Open Plan Lounge/Fitted Kitchen • Two Bathrooms • 24Hr Concierge, Residents Gym
• Detached • 3 Double Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen • Underfloor Heating Throughout • Gated Private Community
Croftwood Grove, L35 £550 pcm • • • • • • • • •
Mid Terrace Two Double Bedrooms Lounge Kitchen Diner Family Bathroom Two Car Driveway Rear Garden Part Furnished Close To Train Station
Maycroft House, L18 £3,500 pcm
Brook Street, L3 Reduced To £895 pcm • Luxury Apartment • Fantastic Views Across The River Mersey • Two Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Two Bathrooms • Furnished To a High Standard
• Luxury Duplex Penthouse Apartment • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Designer Kitchen • Three En Suite Bath/Shower Room • Secure Underground Parking • Communal Gardens, Gated Access
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The Estate Agent that offers MORE Sales & Lettings Liverpool 01512 368187 Walton Vale 01512 685944 Allerton 01512 685914 Old Swan 01512 685939 Falkner Street
Brodie Avenue
Queens Drive
EPC D
£340,000
£450,000 Grade II Listed Townhouse Four/Five Bedrooms Two Bathrooms Fitted Sauna
Games Room Situated Close to Local Amenities Canning Street Conversion Zone Viewing Recommended
Ampthill Road
AVAILABLE
Little Catharine Street
EPC E
£250,000
ǁĂŝƟŶŐ EPC
£149,950
£146,500
First Floor Two Bedroom Apartment Gas Central Heating Double Glazing
£110,000
AVAILABLE
EPC C
Binns Road
Seymour Street
EPC D
£79,950 Three Bedrooms Mid Terraced Property Yard To The Rear No Chain
entwistlegreen.co.uk
Park Lane
EPC D
Three Bedrooms Vestibule Utility Room Two Reception Rooms
Esher Road
Two Bedrooms Duplex Apartment Open Plan Lounge Double Glazing
AVAILABLE
£140,000
Upper Floor Apartment Two Bedrooms Lounge/Diner Juliet Balcony
£95,000
One Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment Lounge, Kitchen & Bathroom Parking Space
Campbell Drive
EPC B
EPC F
ǁĂŝƟŶŐ EPC
Two Bedrooms Lounge Kitchen En-Suite
£140,000
Commercial Road
£100,000
16/05/14 BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE IN POSESSION WE ADVISE THAT AN OFFER OF £105,000 HAS BEEN RECEIVED FOR City Quay 62 Ellerman Road, Liverpool, L3 4FB. ANY PERSONS WISHING TO MAKE AN INCREASED OFFER SHOULD NOTIFY THE AGENTS Entwistle Green, L2 2SH, Tel: 0151 236 8187 OF THEIR BEST OFFER.
EPC C
Ground Floor Apartment Two Bedrooms Communal Gardens Residents Parking
Royal Quay
EPC C
AVAILABLE
AVAILABLE
£150,000
Duplex Apartment Two Bedrooms Two Bathrooms Communal Terrace
Ellerman Road
£145,000
No Chain Three Bedrooms Mid Terraced Property Gas Central Heating
PUBLIC NOTICE
£170,000
Armstrong Quay
EPC D
Quebec Quay
EPC C
ǁĂŝƟŶŐ EPC
Two Bedrooms Lounge/Kitchen Communal Court Yard Walking Distance of Local Amenities
Brookdale Road
EPC B
AVAILABLE
Kitchen Front & Rear Gardens Garage Close to Local Amenities
Hatton Garden
£180,000
Two Bedroom Property Open Plan Lounge Fitted Kitchen Bathroom
South Ferry Quay
Five Bedrooms Porch Front & Rear Lounge Separate WC
Canning Street
£205,000
Mid Terraced Property Six Bedrooms Lounge & Dining Room No Ongoing Chain
£350,000
Semi Detached Property Four Bedrooms Three Reception Rooms Garden & Off Road Parking
Cumberland Street
EPC C
ǁĂŝƟŶŐ EPC
£89,950 Three Bedrooms Mid Terraced Property Extended Kitchen Double Glazing
Hazeldale Road, Walton Vale
£87,000 Top Floor Apartment One Bedroom Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen Viewing Recommended
Barlows Lane
ǁĂŝƟŶŐ EPC
£54,950 - £59,950 Student Accommodation Double En-Suite Bedrooms Free TV Package Contact the Branch for Information
£140,000 Extended Semi Detached Property Three/Four Bedrooms Front & Rear Gardens Garage & Off Road Parking
£110,000 Mid Townhouse Three Bedrooms Kitchen/Diner Front & Rear Gardens
Price Reduced £165,000 Well Presented Detached House Four Bedrooms Conservatory & Garage Driveway & Gardens
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FOR SALE
FOR SALE
L5
NEW TO THE MARKET
SSTC ON BANK HOLDIAY WEEKEND
The Collegiate £119,950
Cubbing Crescent £95,000
TC SS
L6
This property definitely has the WOW factor. A fantastic example of a modern 'Urban Splash' development within the Grade II former Liverpool Collegiate Institute school, built in 1843. This first floor apartment is positioned on the corner of the development that provides the apartment with one of it's standout features, dual aspect and masses of natural light. There are fantastic floor to ceiling windows set behind the original stone facade frames on the front of the building plus a second large window that leads to the balcony on the side, great features that must be seen. The lower (first) floor has a hallway with storage and utility cupboard leading to the excellent living area, kitchen and bathroom. The upper mezzanine is a spacious master bedroom with lots of storage plus a walk in wardrobe. View now! EPC Grade = D • Must view • Corner Plot • Grade II Listed • Close to City Centre
Do you have a property that you are looking to sell? We’re an award winning agent that could help you. This property is a well presented two bedroom modern home with two double bedrooms and a lovely conservatory overlooking a stunning garden. Located just a short drive to the City Centre and all its amenities. We received an offer on the bank holiday weekend! Contact us on 0151 227 2027 for your valuation. • SSTC on first viewing • Close to City Centre
• Ideal for First Time Buyer • EPC Grade = C
FOR SALE
FOR SALE
L3
L3
2 BEDROOM TOP FLOOR APARTMENT
REDUCED
Ellerman Road £130,000
Wapping Quay £240,000
This stylish two bedroom top floor apartment is situated in the popular 'City Quay' development close to Liverpool City Centre with excellent bus and railway links. The accommodation comprises a spacious and open plan lounge/kitchen with river views, stylish bathroom suite and two good sized double bedrooms. The apartment has the additional benefits of one allocated parking space, loft storage space and security gated access. An internal viewing is highly recommended. EPC Grade = C.
Reeds Rains are delighted to offer for sale with No Chain involved this well presented Two double bedroom fourth floor apartment in the prestigious Wapping Quay development. Benefiting from fantastic locationclose to the city centre, tourist attractions, transport links, social amenities and much more! Briefly comprising spacious hallway with two large storage cupboards, substantial Lounge Diner, modern fitted kitchen, Two double bedrooms- modern en-suite bathroom to master and a shower room. Early inspection is highly advised to avoid disappointment! Awaiting EPC.
• Top floor apartment • Secure Parking
• No Chain • Recently Reduced
• Ideal for first time buyer • Modern fitted kitchen
• Two Double Bedrooms • Fantastic Location
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TO LET
L1
TO LET
L1 EW N
THIS IS A REAL HIDDEN GEM!
FANTASTIC ONE BEDROOM GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT
Hanover Street £1300 pcm
Archview Crescent £500 pcm
THIS IS A REAL HIDDEN GEM! FORGET THE PHOTOS AND ARRANGE A VIEWING - YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. A triplex apartment with vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, brand new fitted kitchen, bathroom, underfloor heating and ROOF TERRACE. View now 0151 227 2027.
A fantastic one bedroom ground floor apartment is available immediately close to Liverpool One. Furnished to a high standard and offering spacious accomodation, this apartment will attract a high level of interest.
• Triplex Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Amazing Finish - Never Lived In
• Prime City Centre Location • Available Immediately • Private Roof Terrace
• One Bedroom Apartment • Furnished to high standard • Available Immediately
TO LET
L3
ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED APARTMENT IN MANN ISLAND
Mann Island £675 pcm BRAND NEW AVAILABLE NOW ONE BEDROOM FURNISHED APARTMENT IN MANN ISLAND. Never lived in, this apartment comes with top of the range furnishings, 24 hr concierge to the building and a fantastic location in an iconic building. VIEW NOW ON 0151 227 2027 • One Bedroom Furnished Apartment • Iconic Mann Island Development
• Never Lived In • Upper Floor Position
• Close to Liverpool One • £100 L1 Voucher for move ins June • Gas Central Heating
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Aigburth
Halewood
Halewood
Barchester Close
£550,000
Unique luxury detached family home With NO ON GOING CHAIN, offering spacious accommodation throughout. Situated in a quite cul-de-sac in a sought after area The property has 5 bedrooms and master bedroom with en suite .Externally there is a double garage with parking for a number of vehicles. EPC C
Stainton Close
£85,000
Semi Detached Property 1 Bedroom property Which is ideal for a First Time Buyer. Nicely Decorated. Having Double Glazing and Electric Overnight Storage Heating Installed. Viewing is Recommended. Epc Grade E
Garston
£185,995
Langshaw Lea
Fantastic and extremely well presented four bedroom two storey town house, in a well regarded area. The property has four bedrooms with master having en suite. The property is tastefully decorated throughout, and has gardens and garage. Viewing is highly recommended. Epc awaited.
Abberly Road £110,000 • 3 bedroom property • No onward chain • Garden with gated access to field at rear, Epc D
£265,000
Extremely well presented and spacious family detached home located in a quiet cul de sac location. This 4 four bedroom detached home has beautiful fitted kitchen, plus a conservatory, there is also an en suite to master bedroom. The property benefits from front and rear gardens and a paved parking area to front. Epc awaited.
Netherley
Port Talbot Close
Woolton
Hazlewood
Halewood
Clifton Avenue £275,000 • 4 bedroom detached •Downstairs wc and utility room • Ggardens and garage • Epc grade C
£137,500
We are pleased to offer for sale this 3 bedroom property, situated in a popular area, close to all amenities. The property has a beautiful modern bright fitted kitchen. Also there is an en suite to the master bedroom. The font area is paved for parking and a beautiful lawned area to rear Internal inspection highly recommended Awaiting Epc
Halewood
Rainbow Drive £92,950 • 2 bedroom town house • Conservatory • No chain • Epc grade E
Halewood
Hornbeam Road £110,000 • 3 bedroom terraced property • Close to all amenities • No onward chain • Epc grade C
Halewood
Curlew Grove
Halewood
Public Notice
6 Curlew Grove Liverpool L26 7WF. We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £103,000. Any interested party must submit any higher offer in writing to the selling agent before an exchange of contracts takes place. Epc C Reeds Rains 1a
Hollies Road
Public Notice
107 Hollies Road, Liverpool L26 0TG. By order of the mortgagees in possession, we would advise that an offer has been made for he above property in the sum of £89,500. Any person wishing to increase on this offer should notify the selling agents of their best offer either prior to exchange or within the next 7 days
Woolton
0151 428 9484 wwoolton@reedsrains.co.uk •The tenancy set up fee is £240. Additional fees may apply. Please refer to the website or ask in branch for more details,
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Croxteth Park
Sandfield Park
Croxteth Park EW E N RIC P
Heathwood
£850,000
SUPERB DETACHED RESIDENCE IN SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION Sited on a select private plot in the prestigious Sandfield Park area, this stunning family home has been sympathetically extended and is beautifully presented by the current owners to offer spacious and adaptable accommodation boasting quality fixtures and fittings throughout. EPC Grade = D
West Derby
Grenadier Drive £180,000 • Beautifully Presented • 3/4 Bedrooms • En-suite To Master • EPC Grade = C
West Derby
Three Butt Lane £125,000 • Semi Detached House • Three Bedrooms • Front And Rear Gardens • EPC Grade = C
West Derby
Elmtree Close £650pcm* • Semi detached house • Three bedrooms • Close to St Paul's school • EPC Rating D
Nightingale Road
£250,000
FABULOUS FAMILY HOME, SYMPATHETICALLY EXTENDED, BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED. An essential view this superb family residence offers spacious and adaptable family accommodation, boasting a contemporary finish with quality fixtures and fittings throughout. EPC Grade = C
West Derby
Keybank Road £146,950 • Semi Detached Dormer Bungalow, Three Bedrooms • Driveway, Garage • EPC Grade = D
Knotty Ash
West Derby
Gemini Drive £115,000 • 3 Bed Semi Detached House • Lounge/Kitchen/Conservatory • Viewing Recommended • EPC Grade = D
Marlowe Drive £625pcm* • Semi detached house • Three bedrooms • Superb presentation • EPC Rating D
Almonds Green £94,950 • Three Bedroom Mid Terraced • Close To Amenities • Open Plan Lounge Diner • EPC Grade = C
Anfield
Melford Grove • Modern house • Three bedrooms • Conservatory • EPC Rating C
Norris Green
£575pcm*
Whinhowe Road £500pcm* • Semi detached house • Three bedrooms • Recently redecorated • EPC Rating D
Offers Over £220,000
Double storey extended family detached house situated in a popular location. The accommodation briefly comprises of entrance hall, 5 reception rooms with 2 being currently used as bedroom 5 and 6, good size kitchen/diner, utility room and downstairs wc. EPC Grade = C
West Derby
Eaton Gardens £174,950 • Extended Semi Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Diner • EPC Grade = F
West Derby
Sandicroft Road
Newsham Park
Freehold Street £450pcm* • Ground floor flat • Two bedrooms • Gas central heating • EPC Rating D
West Derby
Torus Road £127,000 • Three Bedroom End Terraced • Loft Room For Further Usage • Close To Local Schools • EPC Grade = E
Anfield
Watford Road £90,000 • Spacious Mid Terraced • Many Original Features • Three Receptions And Cellar • EPC Grade = E
Walton
Romley Street £375pcm* • Mid terrace house • Two bedrooms • Close to County Road • EPC Rating D
West Derby
0151 226 5668 west_derby@reedsrains.co.uk •The tenancy set up fee is £240. Additional fees may apply. Please refer to the website or ask in branch for more details,
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Waterloo
Crosby
Adelaide Terrace
£470,000
** RARE OPPORTUNITY ** This SIX bedroom Georgian Grade II listed villa, erected in 1834 offers picturesque views over Marine Gardens. Fantastic characterful home is arranged over three floors and has the added benefit of a basement. The ground floor can be used as a separate self contained flat. Boast many attractive features such as; spacious living, two kitchens and gardens. EPC D
Bootle
Bushley Close
Kimberley Drive
Crosby
£299,950
** NO CHAIN ** Presenting this unique SIX bedroom detached family home situated on the highly desirable street of Kimberley Drive in Crosby. Interestingly enough this property was indeed previously named Kimberley house and was the first house to be built on this attractive street. The property boasts; two spacious reception rooms, generously sized bedrooms, original features and gardens to front and rear. EPC E.
Brighton-le-Sands
Offers over £60,000
** ATTENTION INVESTORS ** Potential Yield of 8.5% **An attractive second floor TWO bedroom apartment on a popular developments. The property boasts communal gardens, two double bedrooms, spacious living accommodation and off road parking. EPC Grade C
Formby
Kirklake Bank
Brooke Road West
£535,000
Offers over £170,000
** EARLY VIEWING ADVISED ** Well presented THREE bedroom semi detached house in Brighton-Le-Sands area. Hallway, lounge, dining room, kitchen to the ground floor. First floor offers two double bedrooms, single and family bathroom, gardens to rear. EPC D
Grange Lane
Crosby
01704 878545
0151 924 2111
formby@reedsrains.co.uk
crosby@reedsrains.co.uk
Kirklake Road
£285,000
Fantastic Opportunity to purchase a well presented, generous in size three bedroom detached property situated in a much sought after location, by formby village. Ideally situated having access to Formby Rail Station, Formby Bypass and local bus routes. EPC D
Formby
£400,000
Beautifully presented and well maintained three bedroom Detached property. Located in the prestige Freshfield part of Formby. Briefly comprises porch, hallway, w/c, 3 reception rooms and kitchen. To the first floor are three bedrooms- en-suite to master, and a family bathroom. To the rear of the property is a landscaped garden and to the front is a carriage driveway and garage. EPC – E
Formby
Offer over £350,000
** PRICED TO SELL ** This generous FIVE bedroom extended detached family home is positioned in a cul-de-sac location in the cream area of Crosby, Liverpool. This deceptively spacious property boasts; Three reception rooms, conservatory, office, integral garage, five sizable bedrooms, en suite to master, off road parking and large garden to rear. EPC Grade C
Formby
Formby
This superb Five Bedroom Detached Family Home is located on a quiet cul de sac close to the Pinewoods. Great access to local schools and briefly comprising 5 Reception rooms, w/c modern fitted Kitchen and Utility area. To the first floor 5 bedrooms, with En-suite to master, shower room and balcony to second and family bathroom. Externally there are generous size gardens to front and rear – EPC – D
Beech Park
Redgate
£195,000
Deceptively spacious detached bungalow situated on an excellent corner plot, the property comprises Entrance Hall, Lounge, Kitchen leading into dining room. Bathroom and sep w.c with two double bedrooms and a further good sized single bedroom. Outside, there is gardens front, side and rear with driveway and detached garage to the side. Awaiting EPC
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Church End Mews, L24 £295,000
Reservoir Road, L25 £449,950
Monksferry Walk, L196 £385,000
Mid Terrace, Three Bedrooms, Well Presented, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Off road Parking, Rear Garden
Four Bedroom Plus Large Walk-in Dressing Room, Mews, Two Reception Rooms, Ensuite, Downstairs W.C, Garage, Gardens and Parking
Four Bedroom Detached, Spacious Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen Diner, Study, Conservatory, Integral Garage
Four Bedrooms, Detached, Conservatory, Downstairs W.C, Garage, Driveway, Front and Rear Gardens
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Cranborne Road, L15 £85,000
Avondale Road, L15 £139,950
Aigburth Drive, L17 £130,000
Grosvenor Road, L15 £85,000
Terraced, Three Bedrooms, Two Reception Rooms, Yard, NO CHAIN
Three Bedrooms, Mid Terrace, Rear Courtyard, Two Receptions, Viewing Recommeded
Three Bedrooms Two With En-suite, Detached Cottage, Three Bathrooms, Recently Refurbished, Downstairs Cloakroom With W.C. No Onward Chain
Two Bedrooms, Mid Terrace, Well Presented and Maintained, Gas Central heating, Viewing Advised
Mather Avenue, L18 £419,950
Greystone Crescent, L14 £150,000
Ivanhoe Road, L17 £155,000
Blythswood Street, L17 £149,950
Four Bedrooms, Balcony, Immaculate Garden, Access to Calderstones playing fields from back garden. Decked Area, Conservatory
Three Bedroom Semi-Detached, Corner Plot, Cul-de-sac Location, Large Garden, Off Road Parking, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating
One Bedroom, Duplex Apartment, L17 Postcode, Cental heating, Viewing recommended
Three Bedrooms, Mid Terrace, Rear Courtyard, Two Receptions, Viewing Recommended, Gas Central Heating
Marlcroft Drive, L17 £399,950
Aigburth Hall Road, L19 £425,000
Grassendale Road, L19 £350,000
North Sudley Road, L17 £275,000
Four Bedrooms, Three Reception Rooms, Front & Rear Gardens, Integral Garage, En-suite & Jack and Jill Shower Rooms Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating
Four Double Bedrooms, Two Reception Rooms, Beautifully Presented, Front & Rear Gardens, Off Road Parking, Garage No Onward Chain, Sought After Location
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£135,000
Roxborough Walk, Liverpool • L25 Postcode, Semi detached • Two bedrooms • Off road car parking and tiled car port • Front and rear family sized gardens • No ongoing chain
• L25 Postcode, Detached • Seven bedrooms • Garage • Off road parking • Front & Rear gardens
W NE
COMING SOON
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Windfield Green, Liverpool
Bickerton Street, Liverpool
Bundoran Road, Liverpool
• L19 Postcode • Three bedrooms • Garage, Rear Garden • Ground floor WC • No ongoing chain
• Coming soon • L17 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Mid terrace property
• Coming soon • L17 Postcode • Three Bedrooms • Terrace property
£80,000
£550,000
Manor Road, Liverpool
£152,500
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W NE
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Dingle Lane, Liverpool
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Dunbabin Road, Liverpool
• L8 Postcode • End terraced • Two bedrooms • Four piece bathroom • No ongoing chain
• L25 Postcode • Semi Detached • Three bedrooms • Off Road parking • Substantial rear garden
• L18 Postcode • Detached bungalow • Three bedrooms • Rear Garden • Off road parking
• Coming Soon • L16 Postcode • Four bedrooms, Semi detached property • Two recpetion rooms • Detached garage
£129,950
£189,950
£235,000
£350,000
W NE
W NE
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Stairhaven Road, Liverpool
Stonehaven Close, Liverpool
Grafton Street, Liverpool
Hughenden Road, Liverpool
• L19 Postcode • Semi detached • Three bedrooms • Stunning garden • No ongoing chain
• L16 Postcode • Semi Detached • Four bedrooms • Conservatory • Off road parking
• L8 Postcode • Stunning river view • Two bedrooms • En suite • No ongoing chain
• L13 Postcode • Semi detached • Five bedrooms • Three reception rooms • Stunning character property
£199,950
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£94,950
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£249,950
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£175,000
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• L16 Postcode • Semi Detached • Three bedrooms • Garage, Off road parking • Stylish bathroom suite
• L8 Postcode • Mid terraced • Two bedrooms plus a loft room • Stylish fitted kitchen • Shower room
• L8 Postcode • Mid terraced • Two bedrooms • Gas centrally heated • No ongoing chain
£229,950
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• L14 Postcode • Semi detached • Two bedrooms • Off road parking • Gas centrally heated
• Three Bedrooms • Conservatory • En- Suite to master • Garage • Double glazing, Gas central heating
• L16 Postcode • Town house • Three bedrooms • Rear garden • Off road parking
• L15 Postcode • Three bedrooms • Front & Rear gardens • Two reception rooms • No ongoing chain
£129,950
Parbrook Road, Liverpool
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£205,000
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£1109,950
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£150,000
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sales and lettings A small selection of properties from our City Centre Branch
new £99,950
£117,500
£119,995
Westminster Chambers • One bedroom apartment • Popular location • No onward chain • EPC D
Manhattan Place • One bedroom apartment • Fourth floor • Balcony • EPC C
The Reach • Two bedroom apartment • First floor • Balcony • EPC D
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0151 330 5333
£129,000
new price
Waterloo Quay • Two bedroom apartment • Ground floor • Delightful patio • EPC C
new
new £157,950
Croxteth Road • Duplex apartment • Four bedrooms • Spacious • EPC C
new
£550pcm
£750pcm
£500pcm
£525pcm
£500pcm
Fernhill Way • Three bedroom mid terrace • GCH • Front and rear yard • EPC C
Pall Mall • Two bedroom apartment • Fifth floor • Furnished • EPC C
Dentwood Street • Traditional terrace house • Two bedrooms • Well presented • EPC C
Preston Point • One bedroom apartment • Furnished • Heart of the city centre • EPC C
William Jessop Way • Studio apartment • Popular riverside development • Stunning views • EPC F
A small selection of properties from our Old Swan Branch
new
new
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new
new
new
£65,000
£75,000
£80,000
£80,000
£85,000
Astor Street, Walton • End terraced property • Two reception rooms • Fitted kitchen • EPC Rating D
Ivy Leigh, Tuebrook • Mid town house • Two bedrooms plus loft room • Four piece family bathroom • EPC E
Scafell Walk, Netherley • Mid town house • Reception Room • Dining Kitchen • Three Bedrooms, EPC – TBC
Freeland Street, Anfield • Mid town house • Two reception room • Three bedrooms • EPC D
Frogmore Road, Old Swan • Mid terraced • Through reception room • Three Bedrooms • EPC D
new
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new
new
new
£95,000
OIRO £99,950
£130,000
£130,000
£145,000
Bradewell Close, Walton • Mid town house • Three Bedrooms • Conservatory • EPC D
Fincham Road • 2 Bedroomed Semi Detached • Refurbished • GCH, DG • EPC – TBC
Hemlock Close, Old Swan • Detached bungalow • Two reception rooms • Three Bedrooms • EPC D
Lilley Road, Fairfield • STAMP DUTY PAID • 3 bed semi detached • Reception/dining room • EPC C
October Drive, Fairfield • Mid town house • Conservatory • Three bedrooms • EPC C
0151 292 8880
A small selection of properties from our Prescot Branch
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£109,950
£116,950
£159,950
£174,950
£209,950
St Helens Road, Prescot • End terraced • 2 bedroom • Fully refurbished • Gch, Dg, EPC: E
Norcliffe Road, Rainhill • End Town house • 2 bedrooms • Conservatory • Gch, Dg EPC: D
Kendal Drive, Rainhill • Extended semi-detached • 3 bedrooms • Conservatory • Gch, Dg, EPC: E
Plumtree Close • Semi-detached • 3 bedroom • Detached garage • Cloaks/wc. Gch, Dg, EPC: D
Danby Fold, Rainhill • Detached • 3 bedrooms • Detached garage • Gch, Dg, EPC – Tbc
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The Colannades L3
Ashfield Road L17
• Luxury Two Bedroom Apartment • River Views, Two Balconies • Secure Under Ground Parking, Store Room • EPC Rating Pending
• Three Bedroom Semi Detached House • Two Reception Rooms, Morning Room • GCH & DG • Garage, Gardens Front & Rear, EPC Rating E
£450,000
£219,950
Carleton House, Lyndhurst Road L18
NEW
Farrell Heyworth are delighted to offer for sale six luxury apartments, set within the Carlton House conversion, which is located in the highly sought after area of Mossley Hill. •A selection of six, 2 & 3 bedroom
•Generous Living Spaces •Some With Private Garden/Patios
apartments •Luxury Fitted Kitchen
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starting from
£295,000
Greenleigh Road L18
• Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms, Conservatory • Utility Room, Gardens, Garage • Off Road Parking EPC Rating Pending
£199,950
Pelham Grove L17
• Two Bedroom • Luxury Ground Floor Apartment • Spacious Lounge/Dining Area, DG & GCH • En-Suite Master Bedroom, EPC Rating B
£165,000
Wellington Avenue L15
• Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Property in Popular Location • Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen • Family Bathroom, DG & GCH, EPC Rating E
£115,000
Acorn Court L8
• Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment • Private Entrance, Luxury Family Bathroom • DG and Electric Heating, Allocated Parking • Well Presented, EPC Rating D
£99,950
Alma Terrace L15
• Six Bedroom Victorian Terrace • Two Reception Rooms, Dining/Kitchen • Downstairs Shower Room • Cosmetic Refurbishment Required • EPC Rating Pending
£189,950
Ullet Road L17
• A two Bedroom First Floor Apartment • GCH & DG Throughout • Communal Gardens, • Parking, No Chain, EPC Rating Pending
£92,950
NEW
Clevely Cottage L18
• A Beautifully Presented Four Bedroom Cottage • Secure Gated Access, Three Reception Rooms, EPC Rating D
£5000pcm
Micawber Close L8
• Two Bedroom Semi Detached • Part Furnished • Front & Back Gardens, Off Road Parking • GCH & DG, EPC Rating D
£595pcm
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Wainwright Grove L19
• Two Bedroom Mid Terrace House • Two Reception Rooms, Modern Kitchen • Rear Yard, Unfurnished • EPC Rating Pending
£500pcm
Lowbridge Court L19
• Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment • Furnished, Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom • EPC Rating Pending
£495pcm
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Broadgreen Road L13
• Three Bedroom End Of Terrace Property • Entrance Porch, Hallway, Lounge • Separate Dining Room, Fitted Dining Kitchen • Fitted Kitchen, Conservatory, GCH, DG • Off Road Parking, EPC Rating – D
Sandringham Road L13
• Double fronted semi detached property • Previously used for multiple occupation • Accommodation over three flats • NO CHAIN, EPC Rating- F,C & G
£149,950
• Three Bedroom Modern Style Semi • Hallway, Lounge, Fitted Dining Kitchen • Conservatory, First Floor Bathroom • Gardens Front & Rear • EPC Rating - D NO CHAIN
• Three Bedroom Semi Detached Property • Gas Central Heating & Double Glazing • Gardens front & Rear • NO CHAIN, EPC Rating – D
Woodhurst Crescent L14 • Modern Style Three Bedroom Detached • Entrance Hall, Lounge, Dining Room, • Ground Fl WC, Fitted Kitchen With • Off Road parking, EPC Rating – D
£79,950
Belfast Road L13
• Two Bedroom Mid terrace property • Hall, Through lounge/Dining Room, • Fitted Kitchen, Ground Floor Bathroom, • Rear Yard, Double Glazing • EPC Rating – pending
• Two bedroom end terrace house • Living room, kitchen, family bathroom • All new double glazing in 2011 • Available immediately, EPC Rating – Pending
Cheviot Road L7
• Two Bedroom Mid Terrace Property • Entrance Hall, Lounge, Fitted Dining Kitchen • First Floor Bathroom, Rear Yard, DG • NO CHAIN, Security Alarm • EPC Rating – E
£69,950
SIMILAR REQUIRED
Scotia Road L13
• Stunning three bedroom mid terrace • Popular residential location • GCH and DG, Rear Yard, Utility Room • Family Bathroom, Fully Fitted Kitchen
£595pcm
Maddocks Street L13
£105,000
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• 3 Bedroom mid terrace in Old Swan • Excellent location, Front garden • Rear yard with large storage shed • EPC Rating – D
• Three Bedroom End Of Terrace Property • Entrance Porch, Hall • Through Lounge/Dining Room, • Fitted Kitchen, Conservatory, GCH, DG • Off Road Parking, EPC Rating – D
£69,950
£75,000
Dundale Road L13
Binns Road L13
£115,000
£130,000
Edge Lane Drive L13
East Prescot Road L14
• Three bedroom mid terrace property • GCH and DG, fitted kitchen • Ground floor bathroom • Front and rear gardens
Moscow Drive L13
• Purpose built 2nd floor 2 bedroom apartment • Lounge/kitchen • Bathroom, en suite to master bedroom • Double glazing, GCH, off road parking • EPC Rating- D
Southgate Road L13
• Well presented 2 bed mid terrace house • Fitted kitchen, upstairs bathroom • Rear yard, GCH and DG • EPC Rating – E
£475pcm
£495pcm
£550pcm
St Ives Grove L13
• Two Bedroom Mid Terrace • Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen • Ground Floor Family Bathroom • Double Glazed & Gas Central Heating • Rear Yard EPC Rating – D
£440pcm
£450pcm
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Gemini Drive L14
Day Street L13
• Two bedroom end terrace property • Through lounge, GCH and DG • Good central location, EPC Rating Pending • FIRST MONTHS RENT HALF PRICE • Must be moved in by end of June 2014
£425pcm
£400pcm
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Sales
tel. 0151 428 1769 www.bepropertyservices.co.uk email. woolton@bepropertyservices.co.uk 28 Woolton Street, Woolton Village, Liverpool, L25 5JD @beestateagency REDUCED
£229,950
£204,950
OIEO £195,000
£169,950
£144,950
Brodie Avenue, L19 • Three Bedroom
High Beeches, L16 • Detached Property
Grangeside, L25 • Three/Four Bedroom
Oakgrange, L26 • Three Bedroom Semi
Vale Road, L25 • Two Bedroom Character
• Semi Detached • Extensive F/R Gardens • Detached Garage
• Cul-de-sac Position • Well Presented Throughout • Garage
Bungalow • Kitchen/Diner, NO CHAIN • Front and Rear Gardens
Detached • Detached Garage • Downstairs Cloaks
Property • Fully Fitted Bathroom • Rear Garden, Great Location
£140,000
£124,995
£120,000
£120,000
£107,950
Carlyon Way, L26 • Three Bedroom Semi
Trispen Close L26 • No stamp duty • Two Bedroom • Loft conversion • Off Road Parking
Chardstock Road, L25 • Two Bedroom Semi Detached
Burland Road, L26 • Off Road Parking
Lapwing Court, L26 • Two Bedroom Mid Terrace
• Extended for Additional Space • Large Extended Kitchen • NO CHAIN
• Two Double Bedrooms • Cul-de-sac Position • Ideal for First Time Buyer
• Kitchen/ Diner • NO CHAIN • Rear Gardens
Detached • Additional Reception Room • Well Maintained Throughout
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MATTHEWS
Melbreck Road, L18
£205,000
Sandown Road, L15
£194,950
Bankfield Court, L12
£192,000
Thingwall Road, L15
£150,000
W NE
W NE An Extended Three Bedroom Semi Detached. Requires Some Modernisation. Awaiting EPC
Substantial 4/5 Bedroom Semi Detached. Landscaped Gardens. EPC rating E
Modern Four Bedroom Detached. Tastefully Decorated Throughout. EPC rating D
A Period Three Bedroom Town House. Requires Modernising. EPC rating F
Alexandra Grove, L26
Railbrook Hey, L13
Belle Vue Road, L25
Ringway Road, L25
£149,950
£134,950
£115,000
£95,000
W NE
W NE
W E NERIC P
An Attractive Four Bed End Town House. Set Over Three Floors. EPC rating C
A Modern Three Bedroom Semi Detached. Viewing Recommended. EPC rating C
A Three Bedroom End Town House, Requires Modernising. No Chain. EPC rating D
Immaculate Two Bed Semi Detached. Tastefully Decorated. EPC rating D.
Ballantrae Road, L18
Ibbotsons Lane, L17
Holmefield Road, L19
Woodlands Road, L17
£450,000
£299,950
£274,950
£269,950
W NE
W NE An Extended Four Bedroom Semi Detached. Substantially Extended. EPC rating E
A Two Bedroom Luxury Purpose Built Apartment. Second Floor Accommodation. EPC rating C
Extended Four Bedroom Semi Detached. Converted Loft Room. Ample Parking. EPC rating D
Substantial Five Bed Period Terrace Property Set Over Three Floors. No Chain. EPC rating E
Queens Drive, L18
Beech House, L6
Meadway, L15
Beech Trees, L25
£250,000
£249,950
Substantial Victorian Gothic Style Villa. Three Double Bedrooms. EPC rating E
Period Three Bedroom Property. Recently Renovated. No Chain. Awaiting EPC
Superb Three Bedroom Detached Bungalow. Inspection Recommended. Awaiting EPC
Ullet Road, L17
Karslake Road, L18
Southwood Road, L17
£725pcm
Four Bed Terrace. Fully modernised and refurbished. Furnished. Awaiting EPC
£995pcm
£875pcm
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Lettings Stormont Road, L19
£219,950
W NE
W NE
W NE An Extended Three Bedroom Semi Detached. Early View Advised. EPC rating E
£229,950
£849pcm
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Spacious executive, upper floor apartment in converted Victorian Mansion. Furnished. EPC rating D
Stunning four bed period terrace, Furnished. Highly sought after location, EPC rating D
Four bedroom end terrace, Part Furnished. Immaculately decorated, EPC rating D
Palmerston Drive, L25
Smithdown Road, L15
Charnley Drive, L15
£625pcm
Two bed semi-detached. Popular residential development. Unfurnished. Awaiting EPC
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£600pcm
Large Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment. Furnished. EPC rating D
£590pcm
Well presented, two bed purpose built second floor apartment. Furnished. EPC C
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Babbacombe Road, L16
£299,950
Mersey Avenue, L17
£289,950
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Greenhill Road, L18
£285,000
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An executive four bed semi detached property, located in one of South Liverpool's premier residential areas. Offers well proportioned family accommodation which will require some modernisation and updating.
Substantial, four bedroom semi detached set within large generous gardens. Requiring complete refurbishment and modernisation but offering an excellent potential to provide a period family home. No chain
Four bed extended semi detached located within a highly sought after residential area. Requires some modernisation and updating as reflected in the asking price. No chain Involved. EPC rating F
Hallville Road, L18
Score Lane, L16
Halkirk Road, L18
£269,950
£259,950
£219,950
TC SS
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Substantial six bedroom, double fronted end terrace property. Offering bright well proportioned family accommodation which will require some updating. Retains many original features. EPC rating E
Substantial three bed semi detached, occupying an elevated position with panoramic views within a highly sought after residential area. A credit to the present owners. EPC rating E
Extended three bedroom semi detached, which is located within an extremely popular residential area, within the catchment for excellent local schools and conveniently situated for all local amenities.
Lance Lane, L15
Harringay Avenue, L18
Well Lane, L25
£184,950
Period three bedroom semi detached, located within a very popular residential area, convenient for all amenities and facilities on Allerton Road. Requires some modernisation and updating. EPC rating E
£180,000 TC SS
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Substantial four bedroom end terrace property, located within a highly desirable area just off Greenbank Road opposite Greenbank Park. No chain Involved. EPC rating D
£114,950 w SS 8 ith TC DA in YS
Well proportioned two bedroom end town house, located within a popular residential area on the edge of Childwall. The accommodation provided has been tastefully decorated throughout. EPC rating F
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Davis Beyga Estates
0151 722 0372 info@dbestates.com www.dbestates.com
MOSSLEY HILL £1,200,000
WOOLTON £899,000
• Detached Property • 6 Bedrooms • Fully refurbished • Sitting on substantial plot • Separate driveways • Large entertaining rooms
• Grade 2 Listed • 5 Bedroom • 5 Reception rooms • 3 Bathrooms • Fully fitted kitchen • Retaining original features
GATEACRE VILLAGE £625,000
AIGBURTH £495,000
• 6 Bedrooms • 3 Reception Rooms • 3 Bathrooms • Separate office block
• Period property • Full of original features • Split over 3 floors • Off road parking • 3 bedrooms • 2 reception rooms
Davis Beyga Estates is delighted to announce a
WOOLTON £444,950 • 5 Bedroom • Character property • Large garden • Great location
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We understand the property market inside and out and we know the best way to market your property in order to achieve the best possible price within the shortest possible time. We won’t let you down.
GRASSENDALE £194,950
AIGBURTH £160,000
• Bungalow • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Fully Fitted Kitchen • Family Bathroom • Front and rear gardens
• NO CHAIN • 3 Bedrooms • Large through lounge • Fitted Kitchen • Double Glazing, GCH • Close to Schools and Parks
AIGBURTH £200,000 • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Reception rooms • Fitted kitchen • Off road parking • Large garden • NO CHAIN
SEFTON PARK £155,000
GARSTON £120,000
• Ground floor • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Secure development • Communal gardens • NO CHAIN
• 3 bedrooms • 2 bathrooms • 2 reception rooms • Fully fitted kitchen • Fully refurbished • NO CHAIN
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51 Allerton Road, L18 2DA
ALLERTON £1,995pcm
CITY CENTRE £950pcm
• 5 Bedrooms • 3 Reception Rooms • 3 Bathrooms • Off Street Parking • Garden • Semi- Detached
• Two Bedrooms • Executive Apartment • Secure Parking • River Views • Gated Access • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom
CITY CENTRE £770pcm
GRASSENDALE £750pcm
• 2 Bedroom • Unfurnished • On road parking • Garden • Central heating
• 4 Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen • Family Bathroom • Would suit family or working couple
Davis Beyga Estates is delighted to announce that thanks to a
AIGBURTH £625pcm • 1 Bedroom • Fully Furnished • Luxury fixtures and fittings • Fitted kitchen • Integrated appliances • Off road parking
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So if you are a landlord and want to join in our success, then give us a call and see what we can do to get your property let out quickly and efficiently.
GRASSENDALE £565pcm • 2 Bedroom Flat • Unfurnished • Great location • Family bathroom with shower • Available 20th of June
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AIGBURTH £525PCM
EDGE HILL £500PCM
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OLD SWAN £525pcm • 2 Bedrooms • Through lounge • Fitted kitchen • New Bathroom • Unfurnished, Alarm • Double Glazing, GCH
GARSTON £425PCM
FAIRFIELD £375PCM
• Studio • Fully fitted kitchen • Communal gardens • Excellent transport links • Fully furnished • Available now
• Top Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Refurbished • Off Road Parking • DSS Accepted • Available Now
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We say “This apartment is well equipped for secure, modern and comfortable living. Also, with its central location and city views, it’s well placed to make the most of what the city has to offer.”
Impressive river views, close to the city
Arrange a viewing on 0151 207 5923
THREE-BEDROOM TOWN HOUSE, X1 THE COURTYARD, L8
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Close to Liverpool Marina, Echo Arena and the Baltic Triangle. Best bits All electricity, water, internet and Sky bills included. Fully furnished with a 42” TV in the lounge and 32” TVs in the bedrooms. Access to communal gardens and a private decking area. Close to the city centre with plenty of restaurants and bars nearby. We say “On the doorstep of the trendy Baltic Triangle area and close to central attractions, this modern new-build property is ideal for a group of sharers or a small family looking to enjoy city life whilst having plenty of indoor and outdoor living space.”
Ideal for sharers or small family
Arrange a viewing on 0151 559 3333
SIX-BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, SYDENHAM AVENUE, L17 Close to Sefton Park, Lark Lane and Allerton Road. Best bits This substantial period property comprises a lounge, dining room, large kitchen, utility room, two bathrooms and six bedrooms. It also boasts a garden, driveway and many period features and is presented to a high standard. Offered part furnished on negotiation. We say “Ideally suited to a family, this large property has plenty of living space and is also located close to some of the city’s most popular green spaces and out-of-town shops, restaurants and amenities.”
Arrange a viewing on 0151 734 4911
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Beautiful large period property
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PROPERTIES FOR RENT TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT, PALMERSTON COURT, L18 Close to Mossley Hill train station, Sefton Park, Lark Lane and Allerton Road. Best bits Just an eight-minute train journey away from Lime Street, this large spacious apartment is located in a quiet leafy area and comes with high ceilings and large rooms.
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We say “Close to the vibrant selection of shops, bars and eateries on Lark Lane, this apartment is great for a young professional couple or sharers looking to live in a lively out-of-town area with a short commute to the city centre.”
Close to vibrant Lark Lane
Arrange a viewing on 0151 428 3647
TWO-BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, MICAWBER CLOSE, L8
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Close to Located a short distance from Liverpool city centre and close to the local amenities of Park Road. Best bits This well presented property comprises in brief; entrance hall, spacious living room and kitchen/diner with a spacious storage cupboard. The property benefits from a brand new kitchen with white goods. To the first floor there are two good sized double bedrooms, both with built-in storage cupboards and a modern family bathroom. The property is gas central heated and double glazed throughout and benefits from front and rear gardens, and off road parking.
Well suited for a small family or a couple
We say “With plenty of space both inside and out, this property would be well suited for a small family or couple.”
Arrange a viewing on 0151 281 8181
TWO-BEDROOM APARTMENT, PENNYFORD DRIVE, L18 Close to The apartment is situated within walking distance of Sefton Park and is in close proximity to the amenities of Allerton Road and Rose Lane. Best bits The apartment benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, open plan kitchen and diner, two bedrooms and an en suite bathroom to the master bedroom. We say “Situated in the sought after South Liverpool area with lots of nearby amenities, this property benefits from plenty of living space for a couple or two sharers.”
Arrange a viewing on 0151 428 1769
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Close to Sefton Park and Allerton Road
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Advice from chartered accountants 0151 228 8977
Breaking up is hard to do….
Julia Casimo
It may sound harsh but if you’re going to leave your marriage then it’s best to split on 6 April for optimum tax savings and to give you more time to sort out the financial arrangements. This is one tax area that often causes lots of problems… Q: I separated from my wife in February 2013. We are finally getting divorced now. We have two properties, our family house which was in joint names and a buy-to-let, which was just in my name. We have agreed that I will keep the main house and I will gift the buy-.to-let to my ex to live in. My solicitor has just mentioned that I should check out whether there will be any tax consequence. A: When a couple are married and living together, if they want to transfer assets between each other they can do so without a charge to capital gains tax (CGT). But what many people don’t realise is that this tax benefit of marriage disappears at the end of the tax year following permanent separation, not on divorce. So, in your case you lost the ability to transfer assets between one another tax-free on 6 April 2013. Whether or not CGT will be payable depends on the nature of the asset. Your main home will qualify as being CGT free on transfer assuming that it was your main residence throughout the entire period of ownership. This is because of principal private residence relief which is a CGT relief which applies on the sale or transfer of houses which have been occupied as someone’s main home. This relief is also extended for the last 18 months (recently reduced from 36 months) of ownership, so there should not be any tax charge on your ex-wife’s gift of half of the main home to you. There are reliefs which allow trading business assets to be gifted without a tax charge and cash is also exempt. The problem areas are likely to be second homes or investment assets – for example shares, or as in your case, rental properties. Even though no proceeds change hands, if the current market value of the buy-to let property is significantly more than you paid for it, then there will be a taxable gain. Q: I bought the buy-to-let in 1997 for £70,000 and it’s worth £200,000 now – how much tax will there be to pay? A: The capital gain is £130,000 which will be reduced by your annual exempt amount of £11,000. The amount of tax you have to pay depends on your other income but the rate will be between 18% and 28%, so you could have a tax bill of up to £33,320. The lesson here is that for couples contemplating separation, advice should be taken as early as possible, this will avoid any nasty tax shocks down the line, and HMRC becoming an unintended beneficiary of the divorce settlement! As with many decisions you really do need to take independent financial and tax advice. If you would like our help call Julia Casimo on 0151 228 8977 at John Kerr Chartered Accountants 369-371 Eaton Road, West Derby, Liverpool L12 2AH. Authorised and regulated by The Financial Conduct Authority Registered number 101330 Please note that this article is not intended to give specific technical or financial advice and it should not be construed as doing so. It is designed only to alert readers to some of the issues. It is not intended to give exhaustive coverage of any topic. Professional advice should always be sought before action is either taken or refrained from as a result of information contained herein.
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FROM CULTURE AND ENTERTAINMENT ON YOUR DOORSTEP TO AN UNBEATABLE TRANSPORT NETWORK THE PERKS OF LIVING IN THE CITY CENTRE ARE CLEAR BUT ARE CITY CENTRE PADS A GOOD INVESTMENT? AND WHAT SHOULD YOU BE AWARE OF BEFORE YOU BUY? WE TAKE A LOOK WORDS BY CHRISTINE TONER
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WE’RE FINDING A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAPPY TO RAISE A FAMILY IN THE CITY CENTRE IF YOU FIND THE RIGHT APARTMENT IT’S NOT REALLY AN ISSUE
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The city centre has always been a popular location for buyers and renters. From young professionals seeking the buzz of city life to couples looking to stay close to the action when they set up home together, the appeal of city centre life is widereaching. However, while for many renters the city centre is often an obvious choice, can the same be said for buyers? “We are always seeing a steady flow of buyers interested in buying one of the fabulous apartments on offer in the city centre,” says Katie Myers, branch manager at Keppie Massie Residential. “Aside from the amenities on your doorstep including excellent travel links, shops, restaurants, bars etc there’s also the added security that the area you’re in is almost always going to be popular. In the suburbs areas can be up and coming one minute and old news the next but
the city centre is always going to be the heart of the city and as such will always be attractive to buyers and renters.” Of course, it hasn’t always been plain sailing for the city centre market. While housing as a whole took a battering following the credit crunch and ensuing economic storm, city centre apartments were hit particularly hard. However, with the recovery well underway, such apartments are proving popular again. “City centre apartments are becoming very popular amongst owner occupiers again due to an increase in confidence with banks and buyers following an upturn in economic conditions,” says James Howarth, valuer at Sutton Kersh. “The market suffered for a long time following the recession and the city centre market was one of the worst hit due to a high level of supply and limited buyers.”
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One common misconception of city centre apartments is that they are easy to outgrow. There is an idea that once young professionals decide to start a family city centre living may no longer be suitable. But Keppie Massie’s Katie Myers says this is not the case. “The idea that when you have kids you have to move to the suburbs, get a family car and a pet is quite outdated,” she says. “Many of the apartments available in the city are spacious and open plan and work very well for families”. Frances Lyons, sales manager at City Residential agrees. “Most people have already made the decision of whether they want to buy in the city centre when they come to us,” she explains. “We’re finding a lot of people are happy to raise a family in the city centre, if you find the right apartment it’s not really an issue. Apartments like those at the Albany
are really spacious and have a courtyard for outside space.” Interestingly, despite often being thought of as a first step on the ladder for buyers, city centre apartments are also proving popular for buyers later in life. “The types of people who are buying city centre apartments are mainly people who are downsizing from a lager family home in the suburbs and people buying to use as a second home or weekend residence,” explains James Howarth. So what should buyers looking to purchase in the city centre look out for? “Carry out full due diligence,” says Frances Lyons. “This includes researching the development and looking into the freehold/management company to establish if they are both secure. It’s about knowing your developments”. James Howarth says the most
important factor people need to consider when buying apartments is to check the service charge and what it includes. “Service charges can be very high in some cases and this is an additional cost on top of mortgage payments, energy costs and water rates,” he says. “Service charges can regularly increase so you need to be careful to work out your finances to ensure you can account for this. Buyers should also check whether or not buildings insurance is included within the service charge.” When it comes to the price of the property however, buyers may be able to get more of a bargain than they might expect. “Buyers in Liverpool city centre are spoilt for choice when it comes to apartments and as such there are some great prices on offer,” says Katie Myers.
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L I V E R P O O L’ S L AT E S T N E W S
Second phase of Willow Park homes to be released
Tim Kay
Willow Park
HomesHub will unveil the second phase of its Willow Park development this month, after the first range of properties were fully reserved within two weeks of being launched. An open day will take place on Saturday 7 June from 11am-5pm, offering potential buyers the chance to find out more about the 11 new three and fourbedroom family homes which are being made available at the Cressington site in South Liverpool. During the event, a mortgage advisor will be on hand to offer advice and reservations will be taken on the day for eligible applicants. The launch of the properties, which include features such as contemporary fitted kitchens, en
suite bathrooms and off-street parking as well as being within the catchment area of South Liverpool schools, follows on from the success of the first phase which was fully reserved off-plan. Ahead of the launch Alison Gittins, sales and marketing co-ordinator at HomesHub, says: “There are affordable home options available so please come along and chat to our mortgage adviser to see what option would suit you.” The new-build properties in the second phase are due to be completed in December and January. For more information and to apply online to register interest, visit www.helptobuynw.org.uk
The Logic Estate Agents team with Phil Spencer at the ESTAS
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North Liverpool estate agent picked up a trio of accolades at the prestigious Estate & Letting Agent Awards (ESTAS).
Waterloo-based Logic Estate Agents won Best in County for Merseyside, a Gold Award for the North West and the Grand Prix Gold Award for the Best Estate Agent in the UK at the 2014 ceremony. The awards, currently in their 11th year, were presented at the Hilton Park Lane London in front of 700 of the UK’s best estate and letting agents and were hosted by TV personality Phil Spencer. Over 32,000 estate agent customers completed
questionnaires about their experiences to decide the winners of the awards on the night. David Kennedy, manager of Logic Estate Agents, says: “We are absolutely thrilled to be recognised at this year’s ESTAS for not just one but three awards. It means so much to us as we know it’s our customers who have judged our performance. We take our levels of customer service very seriously because we know clients have a choice.” The awards, sponsored by Zoopla Property Group, saw agents shortlisted in 18 regions across the UK, with winners announced in each.
NORTH WEST SUCCESS FOR COUNTRYWIDE Countrywide Land and New Homes is enjoying sales success in Merseyside after expanding its team in the North of England over the past year. The developer has recorded a yearon-year sales increase of 125% across the north under the guidance of land and new homes director, Nathan Butler, who has brought on five new staff members to expand the team in the past 12 months. The company is now seeing more developments and sales success in Merseyside. Tim Kay, business development manager at Countrywide, who joined the team earlier this year, says: “Building-wise Merseyside is booming at the moment. There are several developments getting underway and lots of building work going on. We have a site in St Helens with 250 units and we are about to launch a development in Frodsham featuring five-bedroom luxury homes. “Our most recent launch was in Liverpool city centre at the Pall Mall development, which achieved multiple sales on the launch night. The evening was a great success and everyone who attended enjoyed the champagne and canapés at the luxury apartments.” For more information about Countrywide’s Merseyside developments visit www.countrywide.co.uk Your Move 65
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EARLY SALES SUCCESS FOR BELEM TOWER A third of properties at Liverpool’s Belem Tower have already been sold, as refurbishment work gets set to begin this month.
The IPS Invest team at Belem Tower’s sales office
IPS Invest launched the development of 63 new homes at the ex-council apartment block, located at the entrance to Sefton Park, back in April and saw more than 200 potential buyers attend the site in three days. The refurbishment of the 11storey building, featuring one, two and three-bedroom properties, is due to get underway on 16 June, when a show apartment will also be ready. With the development having already attracted much interest, and price increases due in the summer,
IPS Invest expects all apartments to be sold out ahead of the development’s completion in November. According to sales manager Mike Johns: “We have been busy dealing with all types of buyer but the interest has mainly come from residential buyers which means that most of the buyers will be living there themselves.” Location and views are said to be amongst the biggest advantages of this development, which is in proximity to Lark Lane. For further information on buying an apartment at Belem Tower, visit the sales office between 12pm and 6pm on weekdays or 10m-4pm at weekends.
VENMORE TO CELEBRATE LAUNCH Huyton home to star on OF NEW ALLERTON OFFICE Channel 4 show PLA Properties will place one of its properties in front of the television cameras when the Channel 4 programme, Selling Houses visits the area.
The agency’s new flagship office
A World Cup themed celebration will mark the launch of Venmore’s new Allerton Road office on 12 June. Old, new and existing customers are being invited to the special event, which coincides with the first match of this summer’s football tournament in Brazil and will feature canapés, drinks and Venmore’s very own table football competition with a replica Jules Rimet trophy for the winner. Aside from the football festivities the event will provide an opportunity to view the sales and lettings agency’s new flagship South Liverpool base, after it
relocated due to outgrowing its previous office. Plus everyone from home buyers and investors to experienced or new landlords will be able to find out more about the housing market locally. During the launch, which will take place from 5.30-8.30pm, experts from the Venmore Financial Advisory team will be on hand to give advice, meanwhile the Venmore Property Management team will be sharing their experience and attendees will have a chance to talk to surveyors and conveyancers in an informal environment. For more information, call 0151 733 9000.
A three-bedroom home on Hawthorne Road will be one of three properties being given a £1,000 makeover with the help of a design expert and style advice from presenter Amanda Lamb, best known for presenting A Place in the Sun. Interested buyers will then be invited to the homes in the hopes of securing a sale. In the past, two out of every three properties that have appeared on the programme have been sold within months. With filming on the programme beginning in the next few weeks, Emily Mills, managing director of PLA, says: “We’re delighted to showcase one of our properties on Selling Houses. We are always looking for innovative ways to market our properties and we’re sure prospective buyers will love the home.” The semi-detached house in Huyton is currently on the market priced at £182,000 and is available under the government’s Help to Buy scheme.
The Hawthorne Road property
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NEWS
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number of Merseyside’s available residential properties will be offered for auction during the latest Pugh & Co event at Aintree Racecourse. The June auction takes place on Wednesday 11 June at 12 noon and features several affordable homes across the region. Highlights include a four bedroom mid-terrace in Bootle with a guide price of £10,000 to £15,000 and a twobedroom mid-terrace on Lynholme Road with a guide price between
£35,000 to £40,000. Other properties set to go under the hammer include a threebedroom mid-terrace in Crosby with a top guide price of £100,000 and three semi-detached properties in Southport that are in need of renovation and come with guide prices between £40,000 and £95,000. Paul Thompson, auctioneer and director at Pugh & Co, says: “Our auctions have seen a growing number of first time investors, with 53% of attendees to our latest auctions entering an auction room
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for the very first time. Both buyers and sellers are seeing significant benefits from the fast paced, affordable sales route opting for a chain-free process under the hammer.” The auction will also feature
several commercial properties including a former HSBC bank and council offices in Widnes. For more information visit www.pugh-auctions.com
New student studios being developed in Liverpool
X1 the Studios
Work is now underway to build more than 200 new studiostyle student apartments near Liverpool’s docklands. Due to open by 2015, the X1 The Studios complex will form part of X1 Developments’ five-phase The Quarter residential scheme in the city. As well as 221 apartments for local students, X1 The Studios will also feature an on-site gym, laundry facilities, car parking and a communal lounge. The properties are also close to transport links in and out of Liverpool and some of the city’s key central and waterfront attractions. X1 Developments, which already has a number of accommodation schemes in Liverpool and Manchester, is hoping to draw on the success which has already been achieved through the two current live phases of The Quarter – The Gallery and The Courtyard. Meanwhile a further two developments are said to be forthcoming and The Quarter is scheduled to be completed in its entirety by 2018. X1 Developments is working in partnership with contractors Vermont CL on the scheme.
James Kersh
Sutton Kersh is celebrating award success after scooping a prestigious prize at the national Estate & Letting Agent Awards (ESTAS). The Liverpool agent, which has sales offices in Allerton, West Derby and Liverpool city centre, was recognised for
its exceptional customer service as it received the Silver prize in the Best Estate Agent in the North West (South) region category. It was the second consecutive year that the agency won the award for the area, which covers Merseyside, Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Winners at the event, now in its 11th year, were determined by research carried out amongst 32,000 estate and lettings agency customers. The accolade, sponsored by Zoopla Property Group, was presented to representatives of Sutton Kersh during a lavish ceremony at Hilton Park Lane London, hosted by TV property expert Phil Spencer. Following the achievement James Kersh, managing director of Sutton Kersh, says: “We are absolutely delighted that our high levels of customer service have once again been recognised at this year’s ESTAS. “We have always believed that the service our team provides sets us apart from the competition, so this award is a massive endorsement of the way we do business by the most important people of all, our customers.”
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PERSONAL QUESTIONS WITH SAMANTHA
branch manager, Venmore
Where do you live? Meols, Wirral
What are your hobbies?
Age:
Work is one of my hobbies as even when I’m off I’m constantly on the phone and sending emails! I also enjoy long walks, swimming and trips with my partner and daughter.
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Main duties: Figures and reporting, recruiting and managing staff, overseeing sales through to completion, and dealing with vendors and buyers.
Education: A Levels in biology, maths and English. I decided not to go to university as I was keen to get into the working environment and earn my own money.
What’s your pet hate? My office wall displays being moved without me knowing!
Are you a red or a blue?
“Being honest is really important and gains you respect.”
I’m not a football fan really. My partner is a blue if that helps?
Night out or night in? Definitely night in. A lovely glass of wine with friends is perfect.
Favourite band/singer:
First job:
I like a mix but John Legend is currently my favourite singer.
Working in a café on the promenade in West Kirkby.
Favourite book:
Shortest job: I did temping work for a while, so I had a couple of short-term office positions. The last one was as an estate agent, which is how I got into the industry.
Joined Venmore in: 2000
What is the secret of your success? Being honest is really important and gains you respect. I also work long hours and am dedicated to my job, but the fact I love it makes it a lot easier!
What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Treat people as you would like to be treated – I apply this to both clients and staff.
What advice would you give to someone starting out in the industry? Take time to find out what clients’ needs are and get to know them. You’ll find it easier to locate the right home for them as you’ll understand exactly what they want.
Who has been your business mentor? I’ve had training and inspiration from many people throughout my career and wouldn’t want to choose!
What makes Venmore different? Every member of staff cares about the business and clients. Customer service is
of the highest standard and we really want to sell people’s homes and help them move to their dream property.
I only get time to enjoy a good book when I go on holiday. I prefer autobiographies to fiction.
Favourite film: I do enjoy Disney films with my daughter- I probably shouldn’t have admitted that!
Can you tell us a bit about Venmore ’s plans for the start of 2014? We’ve just moved to our fabulous new office at 8 Allerton Road. This is our flagship branch and within the first three weeks we have already noticed a massive increase in new properties coming onto the market with Venmore, which in turn is bringing plenty of offers and sales. We plan to grow the business over the next few months, increasing our stock levels and sales force.
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JUNE PROPERTY AUCTION Wednesday 11th June 2014 | Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool 550 PRESCOT ROAD, LIVERPOOL LOT 24
2 MOSS COTTAGE, LATHOM LOT 26
27 CORONATION ROAD,CROSBY LOT 28
(On behalf of Tesco) Vacant mid terrace retail unit with separately accessed residential accommodation above.
Vacant two bedroom semi detached cottage in need of renovation set in a site of approximately 1 acre (0.4 hectares).
(On behalf of Sefton Council) Three bedroom mid terrace in need of refurbishment.
Guide Price: Nil Reserve
Guide Price: £160,000 - £180,000
Guide Price: £80,000 - £100,000
185 BEDFORD ROAD, BOOTLE
59 SANDBROOK ROAD, SOUTHPORT
19 DEVONSHIRE ROAD, SOUTHPORT
LOT 30
LOT 31
LOT 29
(On behalf of Sefton Council) Four bedroom mid terrace in need of renovation.
Semi detached house in need of work.
Three bedroom semi detached house in need of work.
Guide Price: £10,000 - £15,000
Guide Price: £70,000 - £75,000
Guide Price: £85,000 - £95,000
54 WALNUT STREET, SOUTHPORT
122 GRAY STREET, BOOTLE
144 BRUNSWICK ROAD, BUCKLEY
LOT 32
LOT 42
LOT 44
Four bedroom semi detached house in need of renovation.
(On behalf of Sefton Council) Vacant two bedroom end terrace house in need of renovation.
(On behalf of Receivers) Vacant three bedroom end terrace.
Guide Price: £40,000 - £50,000
Guide Price: £10,000 - £15,000
Guide Price: £50,000 - £60,000
Now taking instructions for our July auctions, closing date 27th June 2014
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FRANCES LYONS
JOE DAVISON
managing director, Andrew Louis
sales manager, City Residential
trainee solicitor, Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors
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My private landlord has recently told me he intends to sell the property and has given me one month’s notice to vacate. I have been living in it for five years with my family and don’t know how I’m going to find somewhere else that is suitable in that time. Is there anything I can do? Do I have any rights?
I have had an offer accepted on a property and instructed my solicitors to do the necessary work. I would now like to go back to the property to get some measurements and make some plans but, even though the property is currently vacant, the estate agent selling it has said this is not possible. Why is this?
L. Wallace, L7
K. Perkins, L15
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Your landlord does have a legal right to get his property back at the end of the tenancy as long as he has followed the correct legal proceedings. To lawfully terminate your tenancy, your landlord must serve a Section 21 Notice (Notice Requiring Possession) giving you a minimum of two months' notice. There are two types of Section 21 Notices depending on whether your tenancy agreement is still under a fixed period or periodic. A periodic tenancy automatically follows the fixed-term if the parties do nothing (i.e. they do not sign another agreement) and the tenancy will be on the same basis as the original agreement, with all the same clauses and conditions being operative. If you do not leave by the expiry date on the notice the landlord will then need to apply to the court for a possession order.
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You should be able to access the apartment. We would never refuse a buyer access to an empty apartment. It could be that the agent thinks it is more practical to wait until you get the survey results back so that if you have any concerns resulting from it you can address them when you return to the property, however if this is the case it should have been explained to you. If not then you should speak to the agent and ask why you have been refused access. We understand that for buyers it is an important time and a big decision to purchase a property, therefore returning for second viewings is vital and something that should be accommodated whenever possible.
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I have recently lost my job but I think I have a case for unfair dismissal, however I never actually signed a contract – does that mean I lose any right to take my employer to a tribunal? P. Thomas, L13
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In short, no. A contract of employment includes the basic terms of your employment and can be either in writing or agreed verbally. It’s always helpful, however, to have a written contract so that both the employer and employee know exactly what the terms of the employment are in the event that there is any dispute. From 6 April 2012, employees require at least two years’ continuous employment to be eligible to bring a claim for unfair dismissal in the Employment Tribunal (with some exceptions). It is important to remember there is also a strict deadline of three months (extendable through ACAS) from the date of dismissal when bringing a claim or the employee will be out of time. Recent changes have meant that employees are now required to contact ACAS before lodging a claim. Once ACAS has been contacted, the time for lodging a claim will stop to allow conciliation to take place. If the matter is not resolved, a further period of time will be given to allow the employee to lodge a claim with the tribunal.
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GUIDE TO...
HOW WILL LETTING FEES REFORMS AFFECT YOU? The fees would-be tenants pay to letting agents have become a contentious subject in recent weeks, with Labour lobbying to ban them altogether. While the government has rejected that plan, it has revealed tough new reforms to how agents go about publicising the fees they charge. But what does that mean for agents and customers?
Under new rules announced in May, letting agents are required to publish a full tariff both online and prominently in the branch. If they refuse to do so they will be eligible for a fine. Previously the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) required letting agents to list compulsory charges up front, but rogue agents who include hidden charges would only face naming and shaming on the ASA website instead of any strict legislative action.
TARGETING TRANSPARENCY What the changes mean for customers is greater transparency and the government hopes it will ensure tenants are not hit with hidden charges after agreeing to rent a new home. Letting agents have welcomed the changes. Ian Taylor, lettings manager at Reeds Rains, says: “The transparency is really important for tenants as they are aware from the start of their viewing journey that they will need extra funds for fees. Most are now aware that they will need a deposit and advanced rent, so it just makes everything a bit more straightforward.” For the changes to come into effect, the government will first need to amend the Consumer Rights Bill. This will happen at a future stage of the bill and will be followed by a review after 12 months to see if more needs to be done. Ashleigh Sumner, an agent at Farrell Heyworth, says: “We have welcomed this and as the private rental sector continues to grow, transparency around fees is vital to ensuring the lettings industry is trusted by landlords
and tenants alike. For this reason transparency is part of our code of conduct.”
WHAT ARE THE MAIN CHANGES? Labour intended to scrap fees altogether when it announced it wanted to amend the Consumer Rights Bill. However, the government has rejected that plan outright. Housing Minister Kris Hopkins labelled the proposal as a ‘short-term gimmick’ and says: “It would also destroy investment in new housing, push up prices and make it far harder for people to find a flat or house to rent.” Elizabeth Fell, lettings manager at Abode Crosby, adds: “If agents’ fees were to stop it wouldn’t benefit anyone. It could push up the fees agents charge the landlords and landlords would then be forced to increase the rents. Or it may have lead to landlords choosing to let properties without using agents, which leads to tenants not having security in knowing their deposit is held in a deposit scheme.”
WHAT’S NEXT FOR LETTING FEES? Following on from the new rules, the government wants to improve standards in the industry further with the introduction of a new code for management of property in the private rented sector, a voluntary, model tenancy agreement to provide extra security for tenants on longer tenancies and extra guidance for councils to tackle rogue landlords and illegal evictions, including harsher penalties for offenders.
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The transparency is really important for tenants as they are aware from the start of their viewing journey that they will need extra funds for fees.
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Homes were on show at the launch Robert and Norma Burke
PALL MALL LAUNCH ATTRACTS BUYERS P
otential home buyers headed to the launch of Liverpool’s Pall Mall apartments, as the homes were offered for sale for the first time. Entwistle Green, part of Countrywide, hosted an evening of drinks and canapés as around 40-50 house hunters and investors viewed seven newly unveiled show homes at the city centre apartment complex. Tim Kay, business development manager at Countrywide, hailed the event a success with seven properties being sold on the night, and says: “The apartments are still selling following the launch.” The agency is now also preparing for its next property launch, when homes within an “iconic” Liverpool building will be brought onto the market, according to Tim.
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GETTING TO KNOW THE PROPERTY PROFESSIONALS
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ANDREW SCHOFIELD branch manager for the North West, Ad Hoc
MY FIRST... LEAH O’NEILL senior valuer, Sutton Kersh West Derby CAR: It was a brand new Renault Cleo Rip Curl, I was very proud to get the keys for the first time.
JOB: What does your job entail? Managing staff, assessing vacant buildings, spearheading marketing campaigns, carrying out media work and presenting sales pitches to clients. What’s your favourite thing about your job? Each day is different and you never know what you will see or who you will meet. I’ve done everything from TV and radio work to looking around derelict police stations. What’s your least favourite thing about your job? The travelling. Although I’m based in and responsible for the North West, I spend a lot of time in Birmingham, London and our international head office in the Netherlands. I enjoy being in other places but it’s the getting there I don’t! If you weren’t working in property what would you be doing? Ideally, captaining Liverpool FC and having just lifted the Premier League trophy. In reality, working in business in some capacity. What are you going to do straight after this interview? I have an important sales pitch to an insolvency practitioner this afternoon so I’ll be putting the finishing touches to that then tackling the M62.
My first job was part-time in Topshop. My first full-time job was as a dental nurse, which was really interesting.
HOLIDAY: It was to Malta with my family. I remember
going to Popeye Village, where they filmed the Popeye movie!
RECORD: I can’t remember but it was probably something by Oasis.
HOUSE: It was a traditional semi-detached in Mossley Hill.
PET: My amazing white cat, ‘Snowey’.
DAY IN THE LIFE OF... CLAIRE JARVIS sales director, Redrow Homes (Lancashire) 7.30AM
Arrive at our offices and spend 30 minutes in my car catching up on phone calls.
8:00AM
Head into the office and review my emails. Action anything urgent and flag anything that needs to be dealt with later.
10:00AM
Review all live sales and progress during our weekly sales meeting. It's a team session so any issues can be tackled head on.
1.30PM
Grab lunch at my desk and catch up with the team. It’s a quick chance to find out how everyone's weekend has gone.
2:00PM
Another chance to catch up on emails and calls. Again, deal with anything urgent, delegate what I can and make a note of things to be followed up later.
3:00PM
Time to review our forward sales position with the area sales managers and look at properties on release that haven't yet been reserved.
4:00PM
Ideally I'll visit a development to see work in progress and catch up with the sales consultant.
5:30PM
My car is my second office and I spend the next hour in the sales office car park making calls and briefing a photographer for a shoot at our three new show homes at Highwood, Summerhill Park.
7.00PM
Arrive home. For Redrow’s 40th anniversary the Lancashire sales consultants made a ‘Calendar Girls’ style calendar to raise money for the Stroke Association and this is my first opportunity to see the results...perhaps I’d better pour a glass of wine first!
FORTNIGHT IN NUMBERS... The ups and downs
34%
£16.6bn
6.5%
The increase in private house building since the introduction of Help to Buy in April 2013. Meanwhile house building starts are up 113% compared to 2009, according to figures from the Department for Communities and Local Government.
The estimated level of gross mortgage lending in the UK in April, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML). This is 8% higher than March and a third higher than April 2013, when lending was £12.2bn. The 2014 figure is the highest total for an April since 2008.
The gross rental yield in Liverpool, according to data from HSBC, which found the top 10 buy-to-let hot spots in the UK. Liverpool was ninth on the list with an average house price of £91,175 and average monthly rent of £494. In total 21.75% of homes in Liverpool are privately rented.
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As the artistic director of the Liverpool-based dance organisation Merseyside Dance Initiative (MDI), Karen Gallagher has long been championing the art form as a means for the city to express itself. Having inspired and worked with both professional dancers and local people from all walks of life, as well as helping to make dance a focus of the Liverpool’s cultural scene, Karen has already received royal recognition with an MBE and is also set to become an honorary fellow of Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) next month. We caught up with Karen to find out more about her passion for dance and plans for the city.
INTERVIEW BY NATASHA YOUNG
How did your career in dance begin? It really began during secondary school at Notre Dame High School in Woolton, now St Julie’s, as they took dance quite seriously as part of the PE curriculum. Our teacher set up a whole GCSE programme in the school, and was a really good choreographer. She went on to head up the dance department at Liverpool Community College and from there I started to do other classes at the IM Marsh campus at LJMU with a woman called Irene Dilkes, who trained with the Martha Graham Contemporary Dance Company in America and was instrumental in the London Contemporary Dance Company in the early 70s. Another guy - Elroy Josephs - was one of the first black dancers to be in West Side Story in the West End, and he also taught at IM Marsh so it was quite a special introduction to dance. From there I went to the Laban Centre in London and then came back to Liverpool. What made you want to inspire others through dance as opposed to just being a dancer yourself? At Laban I was considering what it meant to be involved in community dance. There was a whole movement called the ‘dance animateur’, which was all about animating where you live through dance. As part of my course I did a lot of community dance work and was able to set up youth dance companies in London, so when I came back to Liverpool I had that drive to do a bit of performing but also teaching and choreographing with community groups. I worked with what is now known as DaDa, going to hospitals and day care centres and seeing the difference dance made. I then trained people on a Youth Training Scheme and they were involved in theatre training and theatre dance. They didn’t necessarily go into that industry, but it gave them an ability to articulate themselves so they felt confident to go for interviews and get jobs. When I started at MDI I wanted to look at the art form in its own right and support artists to be
in our region to make, present and export work. I also wanted to look at the community side and the difference dance can make to young and older people. MDI is said to be one of the UK’s leading agencies of dance. Did you expect it to have such an impact? We’re one of the more regional agencies, so we’re a smaller organisation in that we don’t really have a building like others and work in partnership with venues and organisations to make sure we’re getting the work out there. We’ve been developing a reputation for really good, interesting and innovative work, both in terms of our festivals but also large scale community dance participation projects. That reputation has been growing nationally, so we do get some national as well as local recognition for the work we do. Does Liverpool’s cultural scene provide many opportunities to broaden awareness of dance? Liverpool has a real opportunity to be one of the greatest dance destinations outside of London. A turning point for MDI specifically was the Capital of Culture year, when we were able to bring some of the best projects to the city. We hosted the British Dance Edition - a big business to business dance affair creating opportunities for 500 national and international delegates to come and see the best dance that was happening. We also did our Leap Festival and supported the work that the city did as part of Dance on the Waterfront. In 2010 we were able to establish the Year of Dance. It was our 18th anniversary at the time and we were able to invite artists that we wouldn’t normally have been able to bring to the city, like Joel Hall from Chicago. It was a real opportunity for us to try new ways of presenting work. You’re about to be named an honorary fellow of LJMU and you’ve already got an MBE. How does it feel to get that kind of recognition? It’s just amazing. I’m born and bred in Liverpool to a very working class family, and when I said to my mum I was going to dance she was like ‘what would you want to be doing that for?’. It wasn’t what the family did so to suddenly be honoured in such a way, both by the Queen with the MBE and then to get the honorary fellow, which was nominated by the dance department of LJMU, is
fantastic. It really means a lot and I feel very privileged. It’s about how I can use it to gain even more recognition, not just for the work of MDI but the work of dance at large in the city. What are you most proud of so far? Personally the MBE was magnificent and getting the fellowship is going to be fabulous, but in terms of the organisation it had to have been in 2010 when we got the Year of Dance off the ground and were having so much going on in the city. With getting the BeMOBO from the MOBO Awards too and appearing on national television, there were so many highlights rolled into one. Where does your inspiration for new dance projects come from? I go to see work around the world in places such as Italy, Holland, Canada and Uganda. You get inspiration from those artists’ work and want to make sure Liverpool gets to see those artists. Then you want to find ways to work with the artists that are in this city to develop their practice. Sometimes an idea will come from me or sometimes it will come from another member of the team. I quite like spontaneity too, where you might just be walking down the street and suddenly there’s a dancer in the window performing or on the street itself like a busker. Those kinds of things interest me when I’m considering a dance programme, but then sometimes it’s just about giving the artist the artistic opportunity. One big project you’ve got coming up is the ‘We Are the City’ event in Anfield. Can you tell us a bit about it? The idea is that the parade will have different groups presenting choreographic formations along the street. They’ll be made up by what participants do, so we’ve got street cleaners, bikers, the ambulance, fire service, people who knit and bee keepers. It’ll be like watching a moving installation of Liverpool life down the road of the city and then they enter into the park, where there’ll be a final short choreographed performance with live music. It’s going to be fantastic, it’s very challenging and we’re all out of our comfort zones a little. These are people who wouldn’t normally dream of being involved in a project so you’ve got to get them enthused, then get them to commit and work with you on the project. The proof will be in the pudding when they perform.
‘WE ARE THE CITY’ WILL TAKE PLACE IN ANFIELD ON 13 JULY. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE EVENT, AND THE WORK OF MDI, VISIT WWW.MDI.ORG.UK Your Move 85
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OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL
BIERKELLER HOSTS WORLD CUP FESTIVITIES
Liverpool’s Bierkeller
World Cup fever is taking over the city’s Bierkeller Entertainment Complex during the coming weeks, with a host of football action and festivities. The Liverpool ONE venue is one of 20 in the UK to have been selected as a Budweiser Hero Bar, officially teaming up with the main sponsor of the 2014 tournament in Brazil. With the World Cup kicking off on 12 June, Bierkeller will not only be screening the big games but will also be running a competition for a pair of tickets to the 13 July final in Brazil, courtesy of Budweiser.
Alongside the venue’s usual broad selection of world beers there’ll also be the opportunity to sample dishes from every competing country as a special World Cup menu is launched, with a 25% discount on dishes ordered during the day that country is playing a match. Meanwhile a World Cup Season Ticket is among the initiatives getting underway during the tournament to unlock extra discounts, rewards and privileges. For further details visit www.thebierkeller.com/liverpool
Entrepreneur James Tartt took part in the scheme
A host of activities will take place during Mission Week
A Liverpool school is celebrating its move to a brand new building by holding a three-day Mission Week event this July. St John Bosco Arts College is moving to the new facility, which is based on the same site as the current school at Stonedale Crescent in Croxteth, in September. The Rainbow of Hope event, which will take place 7-9 July, will feature a number of activities including a talk by Barry and Margaret Mizen, the parents of London school boy Jimmy Mizen who was tragically murdered in 2008. The couple will be discussing the issues of courage and forgiveness. There will also be a Deaf Awareness presentation by Nugent Care including sign 86 Your Move
language to music sessions and a performance by Christian rap artists Vital Signs. Throughout the week the school will be joined by The Salesian Youth Ministry and Cafod who will run a variety of activities. Anne Pontifex, headteacher, says: “We are very excited to be moving to our fantastic new school building this September but the move is tinged with sadness as we have had many wonderful years here and have lots of happy memories. This Mission Week, with its theme of building a bridge from one building to another in the form of a rainbow of hope, is the perfect way to mark the occasion.” For more information on the school and the new building call 0151 235 1620.
SCHEME LAUNCHES TO HELP YOU ‘BE YOUR OWN BOSS’ Thinking of starting a business? Well help is at hand as Merseyside organisations have joined forces to deliver an ambitious scheme for budding entrepreneurs. Enterprising Merseyside, set up by Liverpool, St Helens and Wirral Chambers of Commerce and funded by the European Regional Development Fund, will provide support and guidance for 500 local people to become their own boss. Through the scheme, experienced business advisers and volunteer mentors will be available across Merseyside to provide assistance. Adrian Ellis, business start-up manager at St Helens Chamber, is overseeing the project and says:
“Whatever your background and no matter what your business idea may be, we can help you to be your own boss. “The Enterprising Merseyside programme will give you all the advice and support you need to get started – and keep going. You’ll be able to access specialist support from our expert advisers and mentors, get a place on our regular business startup courses and stay in contact with us every step of the way.” A ‘Be Your Own Boss’ workshop will be held on 11 June, starting at 5pm at Liverpool Chamber of Commerce. To book a place, and for more information about the scheme, call 0845 340 9980 or visit www.sthelenschamber.com/byob
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Y CO O M MO UR PE V TI E TI O N
WIN SUMMER BEACH PARTY TICKETS If the unreliable summer weather is getting you down then fear not, as the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra’s forthcoming event is sure to transport you to sunnier spots. Its Summer Beach Party, being held at Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park on Saturday 12 July, will take the audience on a musical trip around the globe, and Your Move has four tickets to give away. We’ve teamed up with the venue to offer one lucky reader and three friends a fantastic evening out at the concert, which will be presented by top conductor Alasdair Malloy and will feature diverse summer tunes ranging from Summer Holiday to Rimsky Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnole. Other musical highlights will
To be in with the chance of winning tickets to this fabulous show, just tell us the correct answer to this simple question: Which iconic singer sang Summer Holiday? Email your answer, along with your name, address and a daytime telephone number to natasha@movepublishing.co.uk The deadline for entries is 5pm on Thursday 19 June.
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Alasdair Malloy
include Alasdair's Brazilian medley Carnivale as well as the iconic theme from Hawaii 5-0. Come rain or shine outside, guests are being encouraged to get into the spirit of summer with their brightest, sunniest clothes.
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n historic pilot ship with a dazzling camouflage paint job will be revealed on 12 June, as part of the Liverpool Biennial celebrations. Painters at the Cammell Laird shipyard have been decorating the Edmund Gardner ship with the garish design, which creates an optical illusion that makes it difficult to see which direction the ship is travelling. The ‘dazzle ship’ technique was perfected during the First World
War as a way of reducing the likelihood of a German submarine strike and the new design has been commissioned to mark 100 years since the beginning of the war. Contemporary artist Carlos Cruz-Diez designed the artwork for the ship, which has been preserved by Merseyside Maritime Museum. The project was co-commissioned by Liverpool Biennial, Tate Liverpool and 14-18 NOW WW1 Centenary Art Commission, and
the ship will keep the livery until 2015 when it will return to its original state. Ahead of the forthcoming unveiling, Cammell Laird CEO John Syvret says: “The newly dazzled Edmund Gardner will create an important and thought provoking public monument for Merseyside and the wider UK. We are also very pleased to support the Liverpool Biennial in its efforts to encourage visitors and investment to the region."
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YOUR LOCAL TO-DO LIST HAND -PICKED LOCAL EVENTS
THE BEATLE IS BACK 13–19 June, Royal Court Theatre
8 June, Echo Arena Liverpool
T
he musical about our city’s favourite son is back! Following its fantastic run last summer, the smash hit Lennon – The Musical is returning with performances from 13-19 June. John Power of The La’s and Cast will once again play the lead role in Bob Eaton’s brilliant show, which follows Lennon’s life from Woolton to New York. For tickets and more information visit www.royalcourtliverpool.co.uk
14 June, Kazimier and Kazimier Gardens The Kazimier club and garden will be the host of a 12-hour reggae marathon on 14 June when Positive Vibration returns to the venue for its second instalment. A variety of Liverpool’s brilliant bands will play the event including Extra Love, Dub Smugglers and We The Undersigned to name just a few, and the excellent puppeteers Mr Wolf Collective will be performing on the day to create a fantastic carnival atmosphere. Jamaican food and culture will also be celebrated on the vibrant Caribbean influenced day. Early bird tickets for the event are £6, advance £8 and tickets purchased on the day are £9. For more information visit www.thekazimier.co.uk
Legendary singer, songwriter, musician, actress and philanthropist Dolly Parton will stop off at Liverpool’s Echo Arena on 8 June during her ‘Blue Smoke World Tour’. Dolly will be performing songs from her 42nd studio album Blue Smoke and her set will also include smash hits from her hugely successful career which spans an impressive 45 years! The ‘Blue Smoke World Tour’ began in January 2014 and includes over 40 dates in North America, Australasia and Europe. Tickets start at £55 and are available from www.echoarena.com
RIVER DANCE 13–15 June, Pier Head
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usic on the Waterfront, the free musical extravaganza taking place at the Pier Head, returns on Friday 13 June for a whole weekend of top musical entertainment. Soul legend, Lee Fields; Liverpool favourite, Esco Williams; and X Factor finalist, Rhydian, will all be performing at one of the city’s most popular outdoor
festivals which coincides with the International Mersey River Festival. Liverpool’s own funk and soul DJ, Craig Charles will kick off the festival as he broadcasts his BBC Radio 6 Music show live from the event. For the latest information, follow @lpoolwaterfront on Twitter or like the liverpoolonthewaterfront Facebook page.
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John Lewis has just turned 150, but doesn’t look a day out of date thanks to the special pieces many labels have put forward in celebration of the impressive milestone. Big brands like Barbour have created exclusive prints, whilst luggage makers Samsonite have revived a print from John Lewis’ founding year. British brand Hobbs has gone one step further and put together a unique navy and white 12-piece collection (Batik silk top: £99, Batik butterfly skirt: £110) that is fittingly timeless and elegant.
(RIGHT) Weavers Door, Cavern Walks It’s hard to think of a more traditional Father’s Day present than a watch, but this stunning Uniform Wares 251 series (£390) is anything but old fashioned. Currently available in Weavers Door, where only the most exclusive and finest designers get space on the small shop floor, the brand is an understandable favourite among the coolest fashion royalty such as Oliver Spencer and Our Legacy. They’re not cheap, but as Uniform Wares prides itself on classic British design, contemporary styling, and longevity, it’ll never need replacing.
Sew Creative! (LEFT) The Button Boutique, Brick Street The Button Boutique provides fabulous and thrifty alternatives to kids’ days out and adults’ nights in. Whether you want to learn a new skill, update your furniture, or just have a natter over tea and cupcakes in their beautiful workspace, Button Boutique has a party package or workshop (from £15 per head) for you. We especially love their alternative hen dos, where guests can make wedding bouquets, wedding stationery, or these gorgeous frilly knickers!
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Lakeland, South John Street Lakeland is another brand celebrating a big birthday this month, as the beloved kitchenware pioneer is turning 50. Priding itself on the ethos of high quality and low cost, it’s unsurprising that their exclusive items focus on being effective, whilst having a barely-there impact on your energy bills. Our favourite is this Remoska electric oven (£149.99-£169.99) which, though not exactly stylish, is more powerful, incredibly energy efficient, and can be taken anywhere there’s a 240v electricity supply.
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WORLD CUP The World Cup is about to begin and with early stages featuring three games across the evenings, you are going to need some sustenance. Here are three of the best Liverpool bars to get a bite to eat without missing a minute of the match.
PIZZA THE ACTION TriBeCa Berry Street, L1 Fantastic pizzas and delicious cocktails await you at TriBeCa, where big screens and table service make it one of the best places in the city centre to get a good meal and enjoy the match. The pizzas are hand made and accompanied by fresh salad and eye-catching desserts – including the enticing Nutella Calzone. It can get busy but larger groups can reserve a table.
RHUBARB FOR RIO Bistro Rhubarb 27-29 Lark Lane, L17
Head away from the bustling city centre for this Lark Lane gem. Famed for its breakfast and fresh lunch options, which are served all day, it also offers hot dogs, burgers, soups and salads for evening dining. Part pub, part bistro, it offers a relaxed, cosy atmosphere to watch the games and will be open late for the World Cup – but make sure you get there early to snag a table.
BRAZILIAN BITES Camp & Furnace Greenland Street, L1 The versatile venue comes up trumps once again with its hugely popular fan parks. Featuring a big screen and big match atmosphere, Camp & Furnace aims to show every game of the World Cup, accompanied by Brazilian street food, DJs, a retro shirt shop and cocktails during the games. Cram yourself in to the revamped warehouse and soak up some Samba spirit at one of the city’s finest venues.
81 RENSHAW
Renshaw Street, L1 2SJ When it comes to independent shops, bars and cafes in Liverpool city centre, Bold Street’s vibrant offering tends to steal the limelight. However, just around the corner Renshaw Street has long been a hive of hidden gems, quirky curiosity shops and an Aladdin’s cave of vintage wares. It’s no wonder then that its latest arrival, 81 Renshaw, fits in perfectly. The arts cafe and venue recently opened up without a fuss, but is already pulling in crowds looking for a creative and laid back environment. As my dinner date and I paid an early Friday evening visit, 81 Renshaw was busy and buzzing with chatting diners, as well as those simply popping in for a relaxed drink. Meanwhile an acoustic live music performance was taking place, providing entertainment and adding to the atmosphere but not overpowering the small space. On Friday and Saturday nights 81 Renshaw serves a mouth-watering selection of homemade tapas with all dishes priced at £3.50 each, or a very reasonable three for
£10 including bread and oil. At a quick glance, every dish sounded as delicious as the next and I was relieved when the ladies behind the new venture offered to pick out a selection for us. All that was left for us to do was grab a drink from the choice of beers, wines and spirits, and wait patiently for our platter to arrive. As we perched by the window – a perfect spot to watch the world go by – we spent our short wait for food browsing the collection of art for sale on the walls, as well as the mismatching vintage furniture and eye catching trinkets on display. A bowl of seasoned and still warm popcorn also tickled our taste buds before the main feast. When our tapas dishes arrived, they were clearly homemade and fresh. A portion of olives – a staple of any tapas evening – was accompanied by delicious, sizzling chorizo cooked in sherry. A highlight of the meal, the chorizo was tender and came with a spicy kick, meanwhile slices of halloumi in olive oil and chilli were
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also cooked to perfection. As we eagerly tucked in to try a bit of everything on the plate, whilst cautiously trying not to fill up too soon, we couldn’t help but quickly mop up the beautifully textured dollop of houmous, which was sweetened with caramelised onion and was a perfect match for the selection of breads. Small but hearty dishes of Albondigas – pork meatballs in tomato sauce – and goats cheese with walnut and honey were also full of flavour, and the baba ganoush aubergine dip was a refreshing way to round off our selection. We left feeling satisfyingly full and ready for Friday night drinks around town, although with such a warm and welcoming atmosphere you could happily see the night through at 81 Renshaw. Alternatively its delicious sounding breakfasts, lunch time sandwiches and homemade soups, including vegan, vegetarian and glutenfree options, make it a perfect pit stop at any time of the day.
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Kirsty and Kelsy, all the way from Skipton Lisa Hughes, running for Claire House Hospice, in the guise of ‘Sting’ for all wrestling fans!
Christine Taylor, delighted to be cheering on her daughter Natalie
CITY HOSTS FIRST ROCK ‘N’ ROLL MARATHON
Runners dressed up as Elvis for the occasion
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unners and rockers came out in force as Liverpool hosted a marathon with a musical twist. The city’s first Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon took place over the bank holiday weekend, combining a gruelling 26-mile running challenge and half marathon with a line-up of live music performers entertaining crowds of spectators. Runners set off from Albert Dock, with England Rugby International and Strictly Come Dancing star, Austin Healey officially starting the sprint. The Christians and The Farm led a line-up of over 30 local performers on the day, as the route took fundraisers and fitness enthusiasts around the city and back to a waterfront finish line outside Echo Arena Liverpool.
‘Watchtower’, playing some rock’n’roll greats to entertain the huge crowds
Official starter, former England Rugby International and star of Strictly Come Dancing, Austin Healey
The Jon Casey Blues Band
Members of ‘The Unofficial RAF Running Club’!
The Sutton family, at the Albert Dock to support Sam, running on her birthday!
Thousands of runners took part in the event
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