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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM / ISSUE 409 / 18 MAR – 31 MAR 2016

Merseyside’s best family attractions this Easter

Embrace the season Perfect homes for lighter, brighter days

INSIDE Finest ﬁsh eateries Behind new Baltic artwork City’s ﬁrst MCM Comic Con Copacabana’s meaty menu

+ PLUS WHERE TO LIVE IN LIVERPOOL +

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Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23 8TS Prices from £595,000 or £476,000 with ONLY 2 PLOTS REMAINING CALL NOW TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

An exclusive development of executive homes in the sought after location of Blundellsands, and is due for completion in May. The large four bedroom family homes boast many exclusive features and will be built to the developers Platinum specification. Early reservations allow the buyer to hand pick many interior finishes from our extensive range.

Visit our website www.forth-homes.com to TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR of the property

NEW DEVELOPMENT Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18 7HH Prices from £275,000 or £220,000 with Coming soon - a new development of 3 bedroom semidetached homes ideally placed within the leafy suburbs of Allerton. The spacious homes offer excellent living accommodation and are carefully designed to a high specification. With an abundance of local amenities, transport links and some of the best schools in the city this makes the ideal home for the modern family. With just 2 plots available, demand will be high so call us now to register your interest and discuss the off plan reservation process.

Call us now on 0151 909 3007 to register your interest & discuss the off plan reservation process Help to Buy Forth Homes are help to buy approved developers. Help to buy prices represent 80% of the full purchase price shown. Help to Buy purchases are required to fund at least 80% of the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings and deposit where required. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan of up to 20% of the market price, interest free for the first 5 years. At the start of year six a fee of 1.75% is payable on the equity loan, which rises annually by RPI inflation plus 1%. Only available on selected properties in England. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Terms and conditions apply. Please speak to your financial advisor for full details. Prices and details correct at time of distribution. Some images may be for illustration purposes only. Please speak to a Forth Homes sales advisor for more information.

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LAND REQUIRED Do you have land to sell?

At Forth Homes we are interested in a range of transactions from single unit builds to residential schemes of two hundred units or more. We are always seeking new development opportunities and are willing to consider purchasing with or without planning permission.

Why should you choose us? · We work with the seller to obtain planning permission · We use skilled in-house planning specialists · We pay the best price for your land · We consider sites of all sizes · We can provide a quick turnaround with speedy legals and a professional service

Contact us... If you would like to discuss a viewing or the possible sale of your land please contact us on 0151 909 3007 or email Danielle@forth-homes.com

Forth Homes, building homes for the future. Call us today 0151 909 3007 • sales@forth-homes.com

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Whatever you want: You’ll find it at Radley Park! At Radley Park you’ll find a wide range of exciting new homes. And when you’ve chosen your dream home, choose one incentive from each of the three options below. Or, see if we can take your existing home in Part Exchange.

Option 1 Stamp Duty Paid or Carpets throughout or Furniture Pack

Option 2 TV or Blinds or Estate Agents Fees Paid

Option 3 £1,000 Legal Fees or iPad or Washer & Fridge-freezer

Part Exchange Available*

Radley Park, Lowfield Lane, St. Helens, Merseyside, WA9 5TA 3 & 4 bedroom homes £147,995 to £259,995 Help to Buy Available*

Help to Buy

Showhomes & Marketing Suite Open Thursday to Monday 10am - 5:30pm Call: 01744 817 152 or 0844 243 4504† www.stmodwenhomes.co.uk

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*All offers are subject to Terms & Conditions. The pictures shown are indicative images of St. Modwen homes. As we do our best to build a wide variety of homes on every development, the external materials, design features, and landscaping may differ to those shown in the image. Interior photography shows a typical St. Modwen home interior and may include upgrades that do not come as standard. Help to Buy is a government-led scheme and availability is subject to qualification. Full terms and conditions can be found at www.helptobuy.org.uk. †Calls will be charged at seven pence per minute from a BT landline and may cost considerably more from mobile and other phones. Contact your service provider for more details. Prices and offers correct at time of print.

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EDITOR’S LETTER Spring is here and, as usual, it brings plenty of eggcitement for the Easter holidays. If you’re looking for ways to entertain the little ones and enjoy some quality family time during the long bank holiday weekend then look no further, as we round-up some of Merseyside’s best attractions. Plus our Food & Drink section highlights Liverpool’s perfect places to catch a fishy feast on Good Friday, and we chat to Liverpool artist Charlotte Weatherstone about her ‘living’ installation which is currently on display in the Baltic Triangle. Or if you’re spending springtime searching for a new home then why not check out our guide on where to live in Liverpool, packed full of information to help you find your ideal lifestyle and property.

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06 ON THE COVER Best Buys Perfect homes to embrace spring’s brighter days

LIVING 53 Interiors You’ll be all set for Easter with our cracking selection of egg cups 54 Talent Artist Charlotte Weatherstone reveals the inspiration behind the Baltic Triangle’s new ‘living’ installation

30 Best Lets Rental market highlights

56 ON THE COVER Family fun The best ways to make the most of a bank holiday weekend in Merseyside

36 Hot Topic A guide for house hunters on where to live in Liverpool

61 Food & Drink We try out Liverpool’s latest Brazilian eatery, Copacabana

43 News This year’s NWPAs on track for sell out success

62 Streetlife Liverpool hosts its first MCM Comic Con event

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

SPACE TO ENJOY

SprinG MAKE THE MOST OF THE SEASON’S LIGHTER BRIGHTER DAYS AND NEW BLOOMS EVEN IF YOU’RE STILL WAITING FOR THE WARMER TEMPERATURES TO ARRIVE IN THESE LIVERPOOL MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

room with a view £499,950

HEATH HEY, LIVERPOOL, L25 A wide conservatory complete with power, double glazed French doors and self-cleaning glass provides the perfect place to sit back and enjoy the sprawling lawned rear garden and mature shrubs this property offers – whatever the weather. The well-finished conservatory leads into the large lounge of this two-bedroom bungalow, or if the temperature allows, you can step outside onto a patio which provides the perfect spot for al fresco dining.

JONES & CHAPMAN /

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sunshine and shelter OFFERS OVER

£475,000

MIDDLEFIELD ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Spring may bring brighter days but if it’s still not quite warm enough to lounge around outside, this four-bedroom home offers plenty of space to enjoy a hint of the outdoors while staying in the warmth. A spacious conservatory is big enough to provide an additional useable space to relax in whatever the weather as it’s equipped with two radiators, and it also overlooks the surrounding rear garden. Additionally a wooden summer house within the garden is wired up with electrics and is fronted by glass, providing an extra shelter to make the most of the semi-detached property’s outdoor space.

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indoor retreat £599,950

SOUTH DRIVE, SANDFIELD PARK, L12 The somewhat unpredictable spring weather won’t stop you from kicking back on a verandah and relaxing amongst greenery in this architecturally designed five-bedroom home. A striking orangery welcomes plenty of light through large double glazed windows and a partially glazed roof, and an array of planting areas with shrubs and bushes gives an indoor garden vibe. Enjoy the space from on high, as the master bedroom’s French doors lead out onto the verandah, or take a stroll down the cast iron spiral staircase to explore it more closely.

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Offers in Excess of £450,000

Guide Price £450,000

GARSTON OLD ROAD, GRASSENDALE, L18 Four storey mid terraced property, a fine example of early victorian architecture, beautifully presented & ergonomic accommodation, leafy & established suburb & built in 1854, offering a wealth of character & charm throughout, EPC E

MATHER AVENUE, CALDERSTONES, L18 Beautiful detached residence, situated close to calderstones park, affluent & established location, spacious & ergonomic accommodation, potential to extend & improve, planning permission granted 21/09/15, enclosed storm porch, EPC D W E NERIC P

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£439,950

£379,950

QUEENS DRIVE, WAVERTREE, L15 Spacioulsy planned semi detached house, accommodation over two floors, improved & modernised throughout, entrance vestibule & reception hall, ground floor wc, impressive lounge, four double bedrooms, EPC E

CLANDON ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Extended semi detached house, providing good family accomodation, popular & desirable location, close to all amenities, enclosed entrance porch, entrance hall, lounge & rear sitting room, extended dining room, EPC E W E NERIC P

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Offers in Excess of £375,000

Offers in the Region Of £345,000

CALDERSTONES ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Luxury penthouse apartment, architectural designed development, leafy & established suburb, electronically controlled gates, telephone security entry system, attractive communal hallway, welcoming reception hall, EPC E

BEECHFIELD ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Extended semi detached house, desirable & convenient location, close to calderstones park, enclosed entrance porch, entrance hall, dining room & lounge, breakfast kitchen, four bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D W E NERIC P

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£325,000

£320,000

LIVINGSTON DRIVE SOUTH, AIGBURTH, L17 Self contained apartment, within a converted mansion house, beautifully presented throughout, well planned accommodation, entrance hall, attractive dining kitchen, sitting room & spacious lounge, three double bedrooms, EPC D

GRASSENDALE ROAD, GRASSENDALE, L19 Substantial semi detached house, spacious family accommodation over three floors, popular location, entrance vestibule & entrance hall, ground floor cloakroom through to wc, two good sized reception rooms, rear hallway, EPC E

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£315,000

£275,000

£265,000

£249,950

GIPSY LANE, L18 Detached house, lounge, dining room, conservatory, dining kitchen, cloakroom & wc, three bedrooms, EPC E

CHILDWALL MOUNT RD, L16 Semi detached family residence, formal lounge, substantial rear sitting room, morning room, kitchen, EPC E

PURLEY GROVE, L18 Detached family residence, ground floor wc, attractive formal lounge, open plan dining room, kitchen, EPC E

TAVINGTON ROAD, L26 Detached family residence, formal lounge, open plan dining room, modern fitted kitchen, utility room, EPC C

BARNHAM DRIVE, L16 Semi detached residence, sitting room, lounge & dining room, extended kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC awaited

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Guide Price £239,950

LILI MAY MEWS, BELVIDERE ROAD, L8 Don’t Miss Out! Only Four Apartments Remaining

OIEO £225,000 HOLLYBANK GRANGE, L26 Detached family residence, downstairs wc, lounge, breakfast kitchen, dining room, four bedrooms, EPC C

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Close proximity to Lark Lane, The River Mersey, Princes Park & Sefton Park Secure Parking

OIEO £220,000 LANCE GROVE, L15 Semi detached residence, reception hall, open plan lounge & dining room, modern fitted kitchen, EPC D

PRICES FROM £180,000 - £225,000

£220,000 HALEWOOD CLOSE, L25 Semi detached residence, in need of modernisation throughout, ormal lounge, dining room, kitchen, EPC E

CALL 0151 734 0666

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£215,000

£210,000

OIEO £200,000

MELDRUM ROAD, L15 Semi detached house, lounge, open plan sitting room, dining room & kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC C

SCORE LANE, L16 Semi detached residence, lounge, open plan dining area, morning room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

BASIL ROAD, L16 Semi detached, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, detached garage, EPC D

WALSINGHAM ROAD, L16 Semi detached house, lounge & sitting room, dining kitchen, three bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC D

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OIEO £200,000

£189,950

£180,000

OIEO £175,000

GREENACRE ROAD, L25 Semi detached residence, dining room, separate lounge, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC E

GRANGE LANE, L25 Semi detached bungalow, lounge, morning room, modern kitchen, two double bedrooms, EPC D

BOWDEN ROAD, L19 Terraced property, impecably reception hall, attractive formal lounge, open plan dining kitchen, EPC D

IVANHOE ROAD, L17 Beautifully presented converted apartment, open plan lounge & fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, EPC C

Guide Price £165,000

SCORE LANE, L16 Semi detached house, lounge, spacious dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D

COURT HEY ROAD, L16 Semi detached house, requires modernisation, dining room, lounge, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

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£169,950

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MOSS PITS LANE, L15 (Cash offers only), a semi detached property, in need of modernisation & repair, three bedrooms, EPC D

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Guide Price £170,000

OIEO £165,000 OLIVEDALE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced property, dining room, attractive formal lounge, modern fitted kitchen, EPC E W NE

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£159,950

£145,000

£132,500

£129,950

FULWOOD ROAD, L17 Mid terraced property, formal lounge, open plan breakfast kitchen, ample space for casual dining, EPC D

TEDBURN CLOSE, L25 Semi detached house, lounge to dining room, fitted kitchen, large conservatory, three bedrooms, EPC D

WINFRITH ROAD, L25 Mid terrace property, utilities & cloaks area, modern fitted breakfast kitchen, formal dining area, EPC C

AVONDALE ROAD, L15 Mid terraced property, lounge, separate rear dining room, fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

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£124,950

£119,950

£105,000

£86,000

WAVERLEY ROAD, L17 Second floor apartment, communal hallway, welcomimg reception hall, ample storage, EPC awaited

VERNEY CRES SOUTH, L19 Semi detached house, entrance hall, lounge, rear hall, ground floor wc, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC E

KNOWL HEY ROAD, L26 Mid town house, lounge, attractive & modern dining kitchen, three bedrooms, bathroom, wc, EPC D

PITVILLE GROVE, L18 First floor apartment, no onward chain, reception hall, lounge, fitted kitchen, double bedroom, EPC C

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£264,995

£259,950

£239,950

£194,995

NORSEMAN CLOSE, L12 Extended detached, four bedrooms - master en suite, three reception rooms, modern dining kitchen, EPC D

LAPWING CLOSE, L12 Extended detached, five bedrooms -two en-suites, lounge, dining room & kitchen, garage, EPC D

CHILTERN CLOSE, L12 Extended detached, four bedrooms, lounge, fitted kitchen, utility, study/office, family room, EPC D

BURGHILL ROAD, L12 Detached house, four bedrooms- master en-suite, lounge, dining room & kitchen, DG, EPC awaited W NE

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£165,000

£144,995

£130,000

£124,995

CASTLEFIELD ROAD, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, DG, GCH, EPC E

KNOWLE CLOSE, L12 Detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, ground floor wc, bathroom/wc, EPC awaited

DARMONDS GREEN AVE, L6 Detached house, three bedrooms, ground floor wc, lounge, dining room & kitchen, EPC D

FELMERSHAM AVE, L11 Extended end terraced, four bedrooms- master en-suite, lounge & dining room, kitchen, EPC awaited

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£114,995

£105,000

£82,500

£79,995

UNDERCLIFFE ROAD, L13 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, DG, GCH, EPC D

TOWNSEND AVENUE, L11 End terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, extended dining kitchen, EPC awaited

WALTON VILLAGE, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, open plan lounge/dining room, modern fitted kitchen, EPC D

TOWNSEND AVENUE, L11 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom, GCH, DG, EPC awaited W E NERIC P

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£74,995

£72,500

£69,950

£59,995

BRECKSIDE PARK, L6 Self contained apartment, on the third floor, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC awaited

CHERRY LANE, L4 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, breakfast kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, no chain, EPC D

COWLEY ROAD, L4 End terrace house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, EPC E

DIANA STREET, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, ground floor bathroom/wc, EPC E

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£1,200pcm

£1,100pcm

£895pcm

£875pcm

CALDERSTONES ROAD, L18 Semi detached, flexi furnished, four bedrooms, three receptions, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom, EPC D

LEEDS STREET, L3 Penthouse apartment, two bedrooms, double glazed windows, electric heating, air conditioning, balcony, EPC D

TORRINGTON ROAD, L19 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, three reception rooms, garage, unfurnished, gardens, EPC D

KENTWELL GROVE, L12 Four bedrooms, detached, two bathrooms, unfurnished, front and rear gardens, driveway, garage, EPC C

£850pcm

£750pcm

SWALLOW CLOSE, L12 Four bed detached, fitted kitchen, private rear garden, garage/driveway, unfurnished, EPC D

BRAMPTON DRIVE, L8 Semi detached bungalow, three bedrooms, furnished, central heating, front and rear gardens, EPC D

£600pcm

£575pcm

ARMSTRONG QUAY, L3 First floor apartment, two bedrooms, furnished, double glazed, gated, allocated parking, EPC C

JAMAICA STREET, L1 One bedroom apartment, first floor, unfurnished, open plan living area, balcony, modern bathroom, EPC C

£575pcm

£525pcm

£450pcm

MAB LANE, L12 Semi detached, three bedrooms, modern fitted kitchen, unfurnished, front and rear gardens, EPC C

AIGBURTH, L17 Apartment, two bedroomed, part furnished, fully fitted kitchen, modern bathroom, part furnished, EPC B

WRENBURY STREET, L7 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, part furnished, family bathroom, kitchen, rear yard, EPC awaited

ALBION STREET, L5 Purpose built flat, 1st floor, two bedrooms, unfurnished , spacious living room, breakfast kitchen, EPC C

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£215,000

OIRO £159,950

£149,950

PERCY STREET, L8 Georgian town house, Grade II listed, Four bedrooms, three reception rooms, kitchen/diner, EPC E

HATTON GARDEN, L3 Duplex penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms & balcony, family bathroom, parking, EPC D

UNITY BUILDING, L3 Modern purpose built apartment, two double bedrooms, balcony, seventh floor, electric heating, EPC C

SHAWS ALLEY, L1 Duplex apartment, two double bedrooms, ground floor and first floor, spacious living room, EPC B

£149,950

£139,950

£130,000

£129,950

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3 First floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, modern bathroom/wc, EPC C

BENSON STREET, L1 Fifth floor city centre apartment, two bedrooms, living room and kitchen, bathroom/wc, balcony, EPC D

OLDHAM STREET, L1 Second floor apartment, two double bedrooms, open plan living room/kitchen, bathroom, EPC D

ROYAL QUAY, L3 Third floor apartment, two double bedrooms, bathroom/wc, living room, kitchen area, EPC C

£125,000

£120,000

£100,000

GEM STREET, L5 Modern end town house, three bedrooms, spacious living room and dining kitchen, gardens, EPC B

BENSON COURT, L1 First floor apartment, no chain, two double bedrooms, spacious living room, breakfast kitchen, EPC E

STANLEY STREET, L1 First floor flat, no chain, one double bedroom, open plan living room/kitchen, Juliete balcony, EPC F

MARLBOROUGH STREET, L3 First floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, kitchen, bathroom/wc, balcony, EPC C

£87,950

£74,950

PUBLIC NOTICE

£39,995

MINSTER COURT, L7 Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, investment opportunity, spacious living room, electric heating, EPC D

GREEN BROW, L3 First floor apartment, one double bedroom, ideal for first time buyer, open plan living room/kitchen, EPC B

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£695,000

W NE W E NERIC P 74 Enid Street L8 8HW - We are acting in the sale of the above property and have received an offer of £40,000, any interested parties must submit any higher offers in writing to the selling agent before any exchange of contracts takes place.

SNOWDROP STREET, L5 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge and dining room, first floor modern bathroom, EPC D

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2005–2015 4566 Properties sold over £234 million raised

That’s why we are still No 1!

Liverpool’s Leading Auction House Offering 121 Lots On 31st March @12pm Crown Plaza, St Nicholas Place, Princes Dock L3 1QW

IN ST N RU EW C TI O N

Lots to include…

VACANT RESIDENTIAL

17 Viola Street, Bootle, Merseyside L20 7DP

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 79 Salisbury Road, Wavertree, Liverpool L15 1HW

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 15 Hazeldale Road, Liverpool L9 2BA

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 28 Owen Road, Kirkdale, Liverpool L4 1RW

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 75 Bligh Street, Liverpool L15 0HE

Guide price £30,000–£35,000*

Guide price £70,000+*

Guide price £45,000+*

Guide price £40,000+*

Guide price £50,000+*

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 23 Hayfield Street, Liverpool L4 0RU

VACANT RESIDENTIAL 5 Lampeter Road, Liverpool L6 0BU

RESIDENTIAL INVESTMENT 178 Walton Village, Liverpool L4 6TW

COMMERCIAL INVESTMENT 143 Kemble Street, Prescot, Merseyside L34 5SG

Guide price £40,000+*

Guide price £175,000+*

Guide price £150,000+*

DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY Land fronting Childwall Valley Road, Tuffins Corner, Liverpool L27 7BR

For full details of all lots visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk/auctions-property To arrange a viewing or to make an offer call 0151 207 6315 Instructions now invited for our 26 May auction Catalogue closes 29 April

Guide price £30,000+*

PLEASE NOTE Legal packs are available to download via the website www. suttonkersh.co.uk and will only be available prior to the auction. They will not be available once the auction has started.

*Guide prices are provided as an indication of each seller’s minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures at which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to auction. Unless stated otherwise, each lot will be offered subject to a reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the lot during the auction). We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Sutton Kersh is a trading name of Countrywide Estate Agents, an appointed representative of Countrywide Principal Services Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered in England No. 00789476, Registered Office: 88–103 Caldecotte Lake Drive, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes, MK7 8JT.

For fast ﬂexible auction ﬁnance call the auction team on 0161 933 7155 or visit togethermoney.com For Professional use only

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Coming to the market in March with Abode The development which is exclusive to Abode Lettings will be ready for tenants to move in for the end of March. Stunning views and located in the sort after location of Aigburth with private balconies and Sefton Park as your garden these apartments will be a perfect place to live. Call Abode to put your name down to avoid disappointment To arrange a viewing please call Abode Allerton 0151-601-3003

We have a selection of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroomed apartments designed by the Signature Living Group with Abode will be working with to tenant now transformed Daniel House in North Liverpool. The apartments range in price from ÂŁ350 to ÂŁ995pcm and are let on an unfurnished basis with modern fitted kitchen and bathrooms. There is suburb views of the city and by summer 2016 you will have access to a private infinity pool, gym and restaurant bar on the 14th floor. To arrange a viewing please call Abode Crosby 0151-909-3003 (option 2)

We need homes for our professional clients and with our Spring offer Abode should be your agent of choice. Call now for a valuation 0151-909 3003 open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

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Harthill Road, Calderstones , L18

£680,000

• Outstanding Four Bedroom Detached • En suites to all Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

Fulwood Park, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £500,000

• Four Bedroom Detached • Architect Designed • Outstanding Landscaped Gardens • No Chain

Sudley Grange, Aigburth, L17

Stonehouse Mews, Calderstones, L18

Offers Over £650,000

• Four Bedroom Detached • Gated Development • Opposite Calderstones Park

Middlefield Road, Calderstones, L18

Offers Over £475,000

• Four Bedroom Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Summer House • Mature Garden

Offers Over £425,000

Reservoir Road, Woolton, L25 • Four Bedroom Detached Property • Two Reception Rooms • Large Rear Garden • Garage

Beechfield Road, Calderstones, L18

£375,000

Ullswater House, Aigburth, L17 • Luxury Three Bedroom Apartment • Former Show Apartment • Spacious Open Plan Living to Balcony • Contemporary Style Fully Fitted Kitchen

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£525,000

Ringwood, Woodview Road, L25

Offers Over £425,000

• Five Bedroom Detached Property • Three Reception Rooms • Four-Piece Family Bathroom • South Facing Rear Garden

£399,995

• Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Secluded Landscaped Gardens • Four-Piece Modern Family Bathroom • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

• Four Bedroom Detached • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room • Orangery/Conservatory • Converted Games Room

Aigburth Road, Aigburth, L19 • Six Bedroom Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Plus Reception Hall • Double Bedrooms Throughout

Thackmore Way, Garston, L19

Offers Over £390,000

• Stunning New Build Property • Highly Sought After New Heys Development • Four Bedroom Detached Home • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

Offers Over £295,000

Hever Drive, Halewood, L26 • Four Bedroom Extended Detached • Good Sized Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Conservatory

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

£265,000

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Brook Street, City Centre, L3

£235,000

• Stunning Panoramic Views Across The City • Highly Sought After City Centre Location • Unobstructed views of The Liver Building • 24 Hour Concierge Service & Lift Access

North Road, Grassendale, L19

£220,000

Offers Over £170,000

• Three Bedroom Terrace • Highly Sought After L18 Location • Two Spacious Reception Rooms • Open Plan Kitchen to Dining Room

Briardale Road, Allerton, L18

Offer Over £200,000

Elmsfield Close, Woolton, L25

Molesworth Road, Childwall, L16

£175,000

Offers Over £145,000

Rudyard Road, Broadgreen, L14

Ventnor Road, Wavertree, L15

Offers Over £155,000 Thomas Lane, Broad Green, L14

£175,000

£150,000

• Popular South Liverpool Location • Extended Three Bedroom Semi-Detached • Two Spacious Reception Rooms • Open Plan Kitchen & Morning Room

Offers Over £140,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L14 Location • Extended Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Spacious Lounge & Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

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Offers Over £220,000

• Superbly Renovated Throughout • An Array of Stunning Original Features • Unique Three Bedroom Triplex Apartment • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

• Highly Sought After Childwall Location • Generous Corner Plot with Potential to Extend • Extended Semi-Detached Property • Three Bedrooms (With The Potential for Four)

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L18 Location • Two Double Bedrooms • Character Mid Terrace Property

Manderston Drive, West Derby, L12 • Close Proximity to West Derby Village • Four Bedroom Detached Property • Three Spacious Reception Rooms • En-Suite Shower Room & Family Bathroom

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L25 Location • Close Proximity to Woolton & Gateacre Village • Spacious Lounge/Sitting Room

• Stunning Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment • Prestigious South Liverpool Conservation Area • Located Within Secluded Grounds • Close Proximity to a range of Local Amenities

Devondale Road, Allerton, L18

Score Lane, Childwall, L16 • Three Bedroom Extended Semi • Extended Kitchen/Dining Room • Popular Location

Benfleet House, Aigburth, L19

Offers Over £120,000

• Two Bedrooms • Ground Floor Apartment • Open Plan Kitchen/Living • No Chain

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

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Poplar Avenue, Crosby, L23

£900,000

• SPECTACULAR RESIDENCE • Desirable location • Seven bedrooms • Four receptions

Albert Road, Formby, L37

Butchers Lane, Aughton, Ormskirk, L39

£795,000

• Magnificent character cottage dating back to 1790's • Abundance of original features • Set within approx. 1 acre of land • Four double bedrooms

Offers over £700,000

Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23

Elm Avenue, Crosby, L23

£595,000

• New build • Four bedrooms • Luxury fixtures and fittings • Desirable location

Brickwall Green, Sefton Village, L29

Esplen Avenue, Crosby, Merseyside, L23 Offers over £300,000

Moorgate Avenue, Crosby, L23 • Help to buy scheme available • New build • Available Spring 2016 • Four bedrooms

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Offers Over £700,000

Chestnut Avenue, Moor Park, Crosby, L23 Offers over £625,000 • Beautiful detached family home • Five/six receptions • Stunning décor • Five double bedrooms

£420,000

Beech Park, Crosby, L23

Offers over £315,000

• NO CHAIN • Four double bedrooms • Quiet location • Modern kitchen/breakfast room

• Four double bedrooms • Abundance of charm and character • Three receptions • Un-interrupted views over farmlands

• EXCELLENT DECORATIVE ORDER • Detached • Three Double Bedrooms • Magnificent modern kitchen/breakfast room

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Offers over £675,000

• FIVE BEDROOMS • Cinema Room • Immaculately presented • Stunning Kitchen Dining Room

• NO CHAIN • Five bedrooms • Two bedroom self contained annex • Four receptions

Hall Lane, Ince Blundell, L38

• Charming character residence • Set within tranquil semi rural location (approx. 1 acre) • Four double bedrooms • Three receptions

£295,000

Ramleh Park, Blundellsands, L23 • NO CHAIN • Beautifully decorated • Four bedrooms • Partial sea views

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

£290,000

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Glenwyllin Road, Waterloo, L22

Offers over £250,000

• NHBC 10 year warranty • NO CHAIN • Four double bedrooms • Contemporary kitchen

Melling Road, Aintree, L9

Offers over £185,000

• NEW BUILD • Four Bedrooms • Popular location • Only four left!

Harris Drive, Bootle, L20

Brownmoor Park, Crosby, L23

£225,000

• Beautifully presented • Ideally located for local shops and schools • Modern kitchen • Contemporary bathroom

Offers in region of £145,000

• NO CHAIN • Three double bedrooms • Two receptions • Kitchen/dining room

Richard Martin Road, Litherland, L21

Riverslea Road, Blundellsands, L23 Offers in region of £185,000

Hexham Close, Netherton, L30

• No Chain • Completely renovated • Beautifully presented • Beach front location

• NO CHAIN • Detached • Ideal location for all amenities • Beautifully presented

Marmion Avenue, Bootle, L20

£130,000

• Three good sized bedrooms • Established location • En-suite shower room • Modern kitchen

Offers over £120,000

• Three good sized bedrooms • Modern bathroom • Corner plot • Desirable location

Amethyst Close, Litherland, L23 • NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Modern kitchen

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Edge Lane, Thornton, L23

Offers over £210,000

• Beautifully presented • Extended to the ground and second floor • Four bedrooms • Magnificent kitchen and bathrooms

Offers over £160,000

Warrenhouse Rd, Brighton-le-Sands, L22 Offers over £125,000 • NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Popular location • Close to all amenities

Offers over £115,000

Westhead Avenue, Kirkby, L33

£110,000

• NO CHAIN • Three bedrooms • Modern kitchen/breakfast room • Good sized lounge

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

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STUDENT

£225,000

£159,950

Abbey Buildings

One Park West

Loft Style Apartment Exposed Brick and Steelwork Two Bedrooms EPC - E

A superb opportunity to purchase this generously proportioned loft style City Centre apartment.

£89,950

Two Bedroom Apartment Well Presented En-suite Shower Room EPC - C

A fantastic opportunity to purchase this stunning apartment with stunning dual aspect panoramic views across Liverpool's famous skyline.

£122,500

£117,500

£129,950

Sir Thomas Street

Hatton Gardens

Cinnamon Building

Westminster Chambers

One Bedroom Studio Style Apartment City Centre Location EPC - B

One Bedroom Apartment Spacious Living/Dining Area Secure Allocated Parking EPC - E

Two Bedroom Apartment Ropewalks Location Fully Fitted Kitchen EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment Ideal City Centre Location Viewing Essential EPC - D

£129,950

£135,000

£155,000

£165,000

The Symphony

Peter House

X Building

Westminster Chambers

Two Bedroom Apartment Fourth Floor Listed Building EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment En-suite Shower Room Timber Decked Balcony EPC - C

Two Bedroom Apartment En-suite Secure Parking EPC - B

Three Bedroom Apartment En-suite Central Location EPC - D

£180,000

£195,000

£208,000

£230,000

Jenkinsons Warehouse

Waterside

The Colonnades

Navigation Wharf

Two Bedroom Penthouse Well Presented Spacious Living/Dining Room EPC - D

Two Bedroom Apartment Views Over The River Allocated Car Parking Space EPC - D

One Bedroom Apartment En-suite to Bedroom River Views EPC - D

Two Bedroom House Front & Rear Gardens Driveway EPC - D

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£725pcm

Catherine House

£850pcm

Royal Quay

City Residential are delighted to offer for rent this two bedroom property in Catherine House. The property comes on a fully

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£550pcm

City Residential are delighted to offer for rent this two bedroom apartment on the Kings Waterfront. This property is fully furnished

£625pcm

with integrated appliances in the kitchen. Parking bay included. Please call us now on 0151 231 6100 to secure a viewing

£675pcm

£650pcm

City View

The Albany

Alexandra Drive

Sovereign Chambers

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Includes Parking

One Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Business District Location

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Includes Parking

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Central Location

£775pcm

£850pcm

£800pcm

£900pcm

Argyle Street

Quebec Quay

Navigation Wharf

The Albany

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully furnished Central Location

Two Bedroom Apartment Unfurnished Includes Parking

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Sales Unity Building, L3 Reduced £174,950 • • • • • •

Regency Chambers, Temple Street, L2 Priced for quick sale £78,000

Two Bed, Two Bathroom Apartment Balcony and Secure Parking! Modern Kitchen with all Appliances Residence Gym and 24 hr concierge Modern Bathrooms and Fitted Wardrobe Ground floor communal Area

West Tower, Brook Street, L3 Reduced for quick sale £174,950 • • • • • •

• Period building courtyard garden • Top floor ‘loft style’ flat • Potential to increase accommodation • Perfect ‘buy to let’ • Central location • Modern kitchen and bathroom

Tallest Tower in Liverpool 24 hours concierge 2 double bedrooms with views of Liver Building Modern bathroom and en-suite Bright Spacious Lounge and Dining Room Modern fitted kitchen with appliances

North Quay, Wapping Reduced to £249,950

West Tower, Brook Street, L3 Reduced to £235,000

Langton Road, L15 £190,000

Linnet Lane, Sefton Park, L17 £185,000

• Historic Wapping Dock • 2 bedroom top floor apartment • Views to the quay • Secure gated parking • Central location by Liverpool One

• Tallest Tower in Liverpool • Two bedroomed Apartment • Modern Bathroom and en-suite • Situated on the 25th floor • Amazing views

• 5 bed detached house • Gas CH and DG • Currently let June 2016 • Prime buy to let • Potential to expand

• Set in Victorian Villa • Top floor two bedroomed flat • Spacious lounge and kitchen • Cloakroom wc and bathroom • Allocated parking

Unity Building, L3 £120,000

Shandon Court, L3 Reduced £110,000

One Park West, L1 £109,950

Naseby Street, L4 Reduced to £82,500

• Large one bedroomed apartment • Separate modern fitted kitchen • Lounge, dining area and balcony • 24 hr concierge and resident gym • Prime ‘buy to let’

• Prime location on London Road • Two Double Bedrooms • Spacious Bathroom • Balcony with city views • Ideal ‘buy to let’ investment

• Ninth Floor Studio Apartment • Luxury Bathroom • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Double Glazed • 24 Hour Concierge

• Spacious 4 bed End Terrace • Double Glazing/Central Heating • Basement • Regeneration Area • Potential for ‘buy to let’

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Cleveley Stables, L18 £4995pcm W NE

• One of The Most Luxurious Houses on Merseyside • Four Bedrooms, All With Bathrooms • Heated Swimming Pool, Gymnasium, Steam Room • Lounge, Family Room, Kitchen Diner • Japanese Style Gardens and Terrace • Garage and Imposing Driveway • Offered Furnished

Cleveley Cottages, L18 Recently Reduced £4000pcm

Crofton Mansions L17 £1050pcm

Beetham Tower, L3 £995pcm

Princes Dock, L3 £950pcm

• Inspirational Conversion • Fabulous Living/Dining Kitchen • Quality Finish Throughout • 3 Reception Rooms • 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms

• Stunning 2 Bedroom Apartment • Large Lounge With Fireplace • Designer Fitted kitchen • Spectacular Dining Conservatory • Secure Parking in Gated Grounds

• 2 Bedroom Furnished Apartment • Panoramic Views • 24 Hr Concierge • En-suite to Master • Secure Parking

• 2 Bedroom Apartment • Secure Parking • Fully Furnished • En-suite to Master • Fully Integrated Kitchen

Portside House, L3 £795pcm

Lord Nelson Street, L3 £725pcm

Overhead, L8 Starting from £650pcm

• 2 Bedroom Furnished Apartment • Inner Communal Courtyard • Secure Parking • Central Heating • Close to Liverpool One

• One Bedroom Apartment • Jacuzzi Bath • On Door Step to Lime St Station • Modern Kitchen with Appliances • Original Brick Wall Feature

• Multiple 2 Bed Apartments • Perfect Location for Centre Living • Secure Gated Parking, Lift Access • Balcony & Ensuite • Reduced fees**

Spectrum, L3 £825pcm

• Furnished 2 Bed Apartment • Close to Liverpool Oneversities • Undercroft Parking • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom • Juliet Balcony

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established in 1923 W NE

£500,000

Greendale Road, L25

Brought to the market by Jones & Chapman is this STUNNING double fronted detached home situated on Greendale Road, Woolton, home to one of the city’s most prestigious locations. Formally a four bedroom property, this home offers a great deal of living space throughout and has been finished to a high standard throughout. This beautiful home offers the potential to make a wonderful family home.

£144,950

Livingston Drive North, L17

Sitting nearby Sefton Park, this home comprises an entrance hall and an open plan living area with beautiful sash windows and a smart integrated fitted kitchen. There is also a stylish bathroom and bedroom leading to a dressing/sitting area. To the lower floor is a further bedroom and en suite.

W NE

Pelham Grove, L17

Aigburth Road, L17

Bromley Avenue, L18

Ancaster Road, L17

• Double fronted • 5/6 bedrooms • Original features • No ongoing chain

• Great investment potential • Commercial space • Apartment set across two floors • Popular location • No ongoing chain

• Sought after location • Character features • Three bedrooms • No ongoing chain • Ground floor WC

• Three Bedroomed Mid Terrace Property • Two reception rooms • Large dining kitchen • Gas central heating and double glazing • Inspection Recommended

GUIDE PRICE £350,000

- £400,000

£185,000

£180,000

£179,950

W NE

Corinthian Avenue, L13

Gourley Road, L13

Carmarthen Crescent, L8

Wharfedale Street, L19

• Commercial space to ground • Two bedroom Flat • Great investment potential • No chain • Great location

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Through Lounge, Kitchen • Gardens Front & Rear • Garage

• Semi detached • Three bedrooms • Front & Rear gardens • No chain

• Two bedrooms • Terraced property • Two reception rooms • Rear yard • No chain

£155,000

£125,000

GUIDE PRICE £120,000

- £130,000

£90,000

W NE

Lowbridge Court, L19

Tiverton Street, L15

Glynn Street, L15

Bartlett Street, L15

• L19 Postcode • Ground floor • Two bedrooms • No ongoing chain • Secure parking

• Mid terrace • Two bedrooms • Fitted kitchen • Large bathroom

• L15 Postcode • Two bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Ideal for first time buyer • To the rear of Mystery Park

• 2 bed mid terrace • No ongoing chain • Ideal for first time buyer • Ideal for investment

£89,950

GUIDE PRICE £80,000

Allerton Residential office

26 Your Move

- £85,000

£74,950

GUIDE PRICE £55,000

0151 734 1440

- £65,000

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D CE DU RE

W NE

£1,000pcm

Swan Crescent, Liverpool, L15

Waterside, William Jessop Way, L3

£770pcm

• TWO DOUBLE BEDROOM APARTMENT • Furnished with ensuite to master • Open plan lounge to kitchen • Balcony facing toward the Mersey • Allocated parking • EPC rating C

• THREE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE • Two reception rooms • Modern fitted kitchen • Conservatory and garden • Driveway and garage • EPC rating E

D CE DU RE

W NE

Elysian Fields, Colquitt Street, L1

Heathfield Road, Allerton, L15

Waterside, William Jessop Way, L3

Grosvenor Court, Liverpool, L18

• STUNNING MODERN DEVELOPMENT • Two double bedroom apartment • Fully furnished throughout • Master ensuite • Bills included • EPC rating C

• STUNNING FOUR BEDROOM HOUSE • Three spacious reception rooms • Modern fitted kitchen • Three double bedrooms and large single • Walking distance to Allerton Road • EPC Rating D

• TOP FLOOR APARTMENT • Furnished with two double bedrooms • Open plan lounge to kitchen • Views toward the Mersey • Allocated parking • EPC rating C

• TWO BEDROOM SECOND FLOOR APARTMENT • Modern fully integrated kitchen • Master with ensuite • Modern part tiled bathroom • Gated secure parking • EPC Rating C

£1,150pcm

£900pcm

£850pcm

£800pcm

W NE

D CE DU RE

W NE

D CE DU RE

Waterside, William Jessop Way, L3

Lentworth Court, Aigburth, L17

Westdale Road, Wavertree, L15

Heyesmoor Heights, L8

• MODERN DOCKLAND DEVLEOPMENT • One double bedroom • Unfurnished • Open plan lounge with integrated kitchen • Allocated parking • EPC rating B

• PART FURNISHED APARTMENT • Two double bedrooms • First floor • Lounge with juliette balcony • Allocated parking space • EPC rating B

• THREE BEDROOM TERRACE • Refurbished throughout • Two reception rooms • Rear yard • Street parking • EPC Rating TBC

• TWO BEDROOM APARTMENT • Part furnished property • Spacious lounge and modern kitchen • Gated secured parking • Communal Lift • EPC Rating B

£650pcm

£600pcm

£525pcm

D CE DU RE

Kingfisher House, Pighue Lane, L13

Lister Road, Liverpool, L7

Waltham Road, Anfield, L6

• GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT • Unfurnished two bedroom • Modern fitted kitchen with appliances • Spacious rooms throughout • Allocated parking • EPC Rating D

• UNFURNISHED DUPLEX APARTMENT • Three bedroom • Open plan lounge to integrated kitchen • Secure entry system • Off street parking • EPC Rating D

• THREE BEDROOM TERRACE • Well presented throughout • Large tiled fitted kitchen • Two reception rooms • Street parking • EPC Rating D

£475pcm

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£500pcm

495pcm

£425pcm

38 Allerton Road, Liverpool

Old Barn Road, Anfield, L4 • TWO BEDROOM TERRACE • Two bedroom furnished property • Fitted kitchen with appliances • Gas central heating and double glazing • Rear yard • EPC Rating - D

£400pcm

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WEST DERBY

College Court

WEST DERBY

£400,000

• Located In The Sought After Area Of Sandfield Park • Four Bedroom Detached • Three Bathrooms/Gardens • Conservatory/Double Garage

Almonds Grove OIEO £225,000

Verbena Drive

• Beautifully Presented • Semi Detached • Four Bedrooms/Loft Room • Two Reception Rooms • Gardens

• Semi Detached • Four Bedrooms/Cloakroom • Double Glazing • Central Heating System • Gardens

WALTON

FAZAKERLEY

Third Avenue

NORRIS GREEN

£75,000

• Mid Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Central Heating System

Gwladys Street

£145,000

£67,000

Chelsea Court

WEST DERBY

Parkview Road

£85,000

• Mid Terrace Property • Two Bedrooms • Double Glazing • Central Heating System • Gardens/Off Road Parking

£59,500

• EPC Grade C • Ground Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Double Glazing/Central Heating • No Onwards Chain

Kiln Hey

WALTON

£80,000

• Over 55’s Complex • Upper Floor Apartment • Lifts To Floors • One Bedroom/Shower Room • Double Glazing/No Onwards Chain

OLD SWAN

WEST DERBY

• Mid Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Fitted Wardrobes To Master – • Ground Floor Bathroom • Double Glazing/Central Heating

CROXTETH

£50,000

• EPC Grade D • Mid Terrace Property • Two Bedrooms • Ground Floor Bathroom • No Onwards Chain

Long Lane

£80,000

• Mid Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Part Central Heating System • Double Glazing • Gardens

WEST DERBY

WALTON

Belfast Road

Atheldene Road

£32,000

• EPC Grade D • First Floor Apartment • One Bedroom • Double Glazing/Central Heating • No Onwards Chain

Brookside

£29,950

• EPC Grade E • Upper Floor Apartment • One Bedroom • Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen • No Onwards Chain

West Derby

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FIRST TIME BUYERS Taking that first step on the property ladder has always been difficult and with house prices at their highest since 2007 and a seeming lack of affordable homes on the market, things don’t appear to be getting any easier. One way for first-time buyers to get hold of a property is through the government’s Help to Buy scheme. Since it was launched in 2013, Help to Buy has supported more than 400 mortgages here in Liverpool.

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RENTERS New build developments such Norris Green Village (NGV), Conleach Park in Speke and Grafton Park in Toxteth have seen a surge in first-time buyers securing a home through the Help to Buy initiative. These developments have become thriving communities often populated by young couples and families with plenty of green space to enjoy and also benefit from excellent transport links.

Liverpool’s rental market has come along way over the last decade. One trend in particular which has been gathering pace recently has been the rise of Private Rented Sector (PRS) schemes. Tenants at PRS developments enjoy a hotel-like experience with an enticing package included with their monthly rent including features such as on-site gym access, secure allocated parking and a 24-hour concierge service. A number of PRS schemes have been popping up across the city centre in particular. The Keel waterfront development at the former HMRC building is one notable example, with more in the pipeline nearby including Baltic Village, a £50 million scheme which is expected to be completed later this year. PRS schemes in the main have been appearing just outside of the city centre offering residents the convenience of being able to walk into town without the noise problems that can come from living near popular nightspots.

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FAMILIES For many people with growing families, having the security and peace of mind that comes with owning your own home is essential. However, with house prices rising steadily since 2007 and the lack of goodsized homes for affordable prices in certain areas of Liverpool, there is now an increasing demand from families for rented accommodation. One area which is experiencing this trend and has also been historically very popular with families is Allerton. With its excellent choice of both primary and secondary schools alongside a wealth of shops, bars and quality restaurants it’s easy to see why. “In Allerton we have seen a significant rise in rentals. They used to be mainly owner occupied but the trend is changing rapidly,” says Caroline Romano-Smith, lettings negotiator at Sutton Kersh. Matthew Blower, lettings lister at Jones & Chapman agrees. “I have noticed a trend, particularly since the housing market crash, of families renting in the Allerton area,” says Matthew. “The average price for the likes of the ‘dale roads’ for three-bedroom semis has increased from around £550 pcm in 2000 to £800 pcm today.”

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS A report by Centre for Cities found that between 2001 and 2011, the number of 22 to 29-year-olds living in Liverpool city centre almost quadrupled. It’s not just the influx of students to the city which is behind this. The increase in former office space in the commercial sector being redeveloped into residential property has significantly upgraded the city centre’s property offering. Conversions have been accelerated following the introduction of temporary permitted development rights in 2013 – allowing commercial office space to be transformed into housing without having to gain planning consent. Following the news last year that the lifting of the planning restrictions was to be made permanent, a host of conversions are now in the pipeline including 2 Moorfields, a vacant 1980’s office building which has been planned since 2014. Living in the commercial sector gives young professionals the obvious benefit of being close to work, therefore eliminating transport costs. Other benefits include links to the rest of the region by rail and being just a short walk from the shops and restaurants of Liverpool ONE.

Second year students in Liverpool have historically had two options after spending their first year in halls. You get together with your new friends and find yourself a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) either around Smithdown Road or Kensington. However in recent years there is evidence to suggest that this previously well-worn path is beginning to fade as more and more students choose to relocate to the bright lights of the city centre. This trend of students staying central is something Laura Irving, business development manager at Haus Liverpool, has noticed. “We have seen a real change in student preferences for accommodation over the last few years,” says Laura. “The demand from students for property around Smithdown Road and Wavertree has been dying down over the past couple of years,” adds Beckie Cosgrove, letting co-ordinator at Keppie Massie Residential. Students who do choose to make their base in the city centre have a wealth of options to pick from, with new developments being announced at a rapid rate. Developments such at Vita Student on Crosshall Street and X1 The Studios on the waterfront offer students the security that comes with serviced accommodation alongside the convenience of being within walking distance of both universities and all the delights of the city centre. Vita Student

OVER ’s Deciding where to live following retirement can be tricky. It’s important to bear in mind several factors when choosing both a property and an area in Liverpool. One option which is becoming more popular is purchasing a home through Older Person’s Shared Ownership (OPSO). Just like standard Shared Ownership, you buy an initial share that you can afford, helping you get into home ownership in manageable stages. The main difference is the maximum share you can ever own through OPSO is 75%. The housing association or registered provider will offer initial shares of between 25% and 75% of the full purchase price. Prospective homeowners then pay a subsidised rent on the remaining share. As the rental portion is government

subsided, it’s cheaper than paying a traditional mortgage on the full property value. “We have seen an increase in demand,” says David Robinson from Riverside Home Ownership. “With the elderly population growing and the scarcity of suitable retirement properties, OPSO homes have become even more attractive.” Joseph Williams Mews in Belle Valle is one new development specifically designed for over 55’s which is proving popular. Mostly made up of bungalows, with some apartments, the homes at Joseph Williams Mews offer wheelchair access, level access and wet rooms. Nearby Belle Vale Shopping Centre boasts an impressive range of stores along with regular bus services to the city centre and Runcorn.

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NEWS Part exchange event to help Radley Park buyers

Radley Park’s Gleaston town house

St. Modwen Homes is hoping to attract plenty of interest at its Radley Park development in St Helens when a special part exchange event takes place. House hunters are being invited to explore showhomes at the Lowfield Lane site during the 19-20 March event, when the St. Modwen Homes sales team will be on hand to offer information about the initiative. Bev Hall, sales and marketing director at St. Modwen Homes, says: “We know buying a new home can be a stressful experience, especially if you’re struggling to sell your existing property. “Using our part exchange scheme however suddenly makes the sales process a lot less stressful, as we will purchase your existing property allowing you to buy a new home at Radley Park. “Anyone is welcome to come along and ask about part exchange during the weekend – no appointment is necessary.” Through the scheme, St. Modwen Homes obtains two independent valuations from trusted local estate agents, allowing a fair price to be agreed for the purchaser’s existing property, and all estate agent fees are covered by the developer. A range of three and four-bedroom homes are currently available at Radley Park including the semi-detached Gleaston town house, priced from £159,995. The showhomes are available to view from 10am till 5.30pm across the two days. For more information call 0844 243 4504.

NWPAs ATTRACTS HIGH DEMAND Tables are now sold out for this year’s prestigious NWPAs ceremony, organisers have announced. The glittering property awards night, which will celebrate achievements across the North West’s residential and commercial sectors, will take place on 20 October and is already proving a success among industry insiders. The event at Lutyens Crypt in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral has also attracted sponsors for almost all of this year’s awards categories, with just a few opportunities remaining. Liverpool-based The Foundry Agency, an integrated communications agency, is the latest category sponsor to be announced for 2016 as it backs the Property Apprentice award. Having been unveiled as the sponsor during National Apprenticeship Week, The Foundry Agency’s director, Fiona Barnet says: “The Foundry Agency has a longstanding relationship with the property awards and we are excited to support the Property Apprentice category as it celebrates a union between the property and education sectors.” Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors, MSB Solicitors and UK Business Supplies have also been announced as the sponsors for the Best New Home, Show Home of the Year and Best Property Law Firm awards respectively. The entry process for the awards is currently open until 1 July. For more information about this year’s event, visit www.nwpas.com.

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NEWS Holiday home showcase to get underway A special exhibition will provide assistance for Merseyside residents looking to buy a holiday home in North Wales. Two homes will be built on Booker Avenue

From 25 March until 3 April, Roy Kellett Caravans in Towyn will play host to the 2016 Caravan Holiday Home Exhibition, showcasing up to 70 holiday homes from a range of manufacturers. The North Wales based firm specialises in selling new and pre-owned two and threebedroom holiday homes onto privately owned caravan parks around the area and neighbouring Cheshire. Homes from manufacturers including ABI, Atlas, Carnaby, BK, Bluebird, Swift, Regal and Willerby will be among those displayed during the event, which will be open from 9am until 5pm each day. Jennifer Hughes, sales manager at Roy Kellett Caravans, says: "As specialists in caravan holiday homes throughout North Wales we supply caravans onto parks you never knew existed, and whether you are looking for a caravan park near the beach or in the country we have a large number of parks on offer to suit every taste, budget and holiday style. “Come and see for yourself what caravans are on offer for the 2016 season and the 100s of parks that we can recommend.” For more information visit www.roykellettcaravans.com/2016exhibition.

NEW SOUTH LIVERPOOL HOMES LAUNCHED OFF-PLAN Two new South Liverpool homes are being brought to the market off-plan as Forth Homes launches its latest development. The Merseyside based developer is preparing to get a 20-week building programme underway in April to develop the three-bedroom semi-detached properties, set to be situated on Booker Avenue in Allerton. The properties are expected to appeal to growing families as well as professionals, given their close proximity to parks, a range of schools and the area’s amenities and transport links into Liverpool city centre. Reservations can now be made on the homes and buyers looking to secure the properties early could also be given an opportunity to choose some internal fixtures such as kitchens and bathrooms. The new-build properties will be available through the government-backed Help to Buy scheme, which allows buyers to purchase houses with a deposit of 5% backed by a loan of up to 20%. For more information contact 0151 909 3007.

VISITORS RISE AT LOVELL’S AFFINITY DEVELOPMENT Lovell’s Affinity development at Church Fields in Garston has attracted increased interest following the opening of its latest showhome.

A range of holiday homes will be on display to Merseyside visitors

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The three-bedroom semi-detached ‘Berkley’ property is said to have received positive feedback from visitors, with its contemporary style among the attractions. Weekly visitor numbers have tripled since the opening on 5 March with prospective home buyers appreciating the chance to see the layout and specification up close. Anne-Marie O’Doherty, field sales manager for Lovell, says: “Visitors have increased threefold since the showhome opening. “We have a number of potential purchasers interested in specific plots, including two in the same style as the showhome.” Located close to restaurants and shops including the soon to be redeveloped New Mersey Shopping Park, Affinity at Church Fields also benefits from transport links to the city centre and Liverpool John Lennon Airport.

Properties at the scheme are also available through the government-backed Help to Buy: Equity Loan initiative. The ‘Berkley’ showhome is open from Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm. For more information call 0151 515 4159.

A ‘Berkley’ showhome at Affinity at Church Fields

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FINANCIAL PLANNER TO GRADUATE WITH CHARTERED STATUS A Liverpool financial expert has achieved Chartered status after meeting high industry standards.

Director Julia Brown will attend a London graduation ceremony

Julia Brown, a director of Mossley Hill based Catterall Keating Financial Planning Limited, was awarded the status by the CII (Chartered Insurance Institute) and will attend a special graduation ceremony next month. Julia, who has 23 years of experience in the financial services industry, established Catterall Keating in 2014 alongside fellow director Karen Catterall. Ahead of the 8 April graduation, which will take place at CII’s office in London, Julia says: “I am delighted to have achieved Chartered status as this

shows my dedication and commitment to the industry and all my hard work over the years has paid off. “Being Chartered demonstrates my high level of technical ability.” The status, which is said by CII to be awarded to individuals and organisations which “meet strict qualifying criteria”, has been welcomed by Catterall Keating as it continues to grow and develop a strong reputation amongst clients. The firm, which has an office on Rose Lane, is directly authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). For more information call Catterall Keating Financial Planning Limited on 0151 724 3344.

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THE KEEL APPROACHING FULL CAPACITY The Keel is experiencing high demand with just 32 apartments still available at the waterfront development. The collection of one, two and threebedroom apartments at the Queens Dock site have proven popular, with applications continuing to be received. Matthew Smith, portfolio manager at Touchstone Residential, which is marketing and managing apartments at The Keel, says: “We’re now 82% fully-let with applications coming through all the time. “All the show apartments have been taken and we expect to reach full

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YOU WERE COMMISSIONED TO CREATE ‘IRIS’ BY ENGAGE LIVERPOOL CIC HOW DID THIS COME ABOUT? I was approached by Matthew Fox, who was the leader at the early stage of the project. He commissioned five artists including myself, Julieanne O'Malley, Pamela Sullivan, Tristan Brady Jacobs and Tomo. I had already worked with Engage previously so I was delighted when they asked me to be part of this project too. WHERE DID THE INSPIRATION FOR THIS PROJECT COME FROM AND HOW LONG DID IT TAKE TO PUT TOGETHER? Iris took about four months to put together, from the first sketch to the final install. The piece required a lot of research too, because of the complexity of it. Each piece had to be a specific size to fit within the space, it was quite a mathematical process! The union of nature and art was the inspiration behind Iris. I wanted to create a positive piece that would change with the seasons, whilst delivering simple yet important messages about improving air quality. CAN YOU TELL US A BIT ABOUT THE ‘LIVING’ ELEMENTS OF THE INSTALLATION? There are a lot of living elements within the piece that will help indicate whether air quality is good or bad. Iris's hair and other swirls that flow from her head are covered in mosses. There are also large branches that are covered with tiny lichens, bird boxes that have rooftops planted with wildflowers and also moss. HOW DO YOU ENVISAGE THE ARTWORK CHANGING WHILE IT IS ON DISPLAY OVER THE COMING YEAR? I hope the living elements will continue to grow and flourish, but I suppose that depends on how they react to the elements and changes to air quality as Iris is situated in an inner city area near a main road. I hope the copper swirls will change colour, the wildflowers will bloom and birds will nest in the boxes.

She was very supportive and offered crucial advice. I certainly learned a lot too, I can't walk down a road now without looking out for branches covered in lichens! IS THERE A MESSAGE THAT YOU WOULD LIKE PEOPLE TO TAKE FROM IRIS? The messages flow from Iris's hair and they include walk, run, cycle, skate, have car free days and plant trees, in an effort to encourage the public to think about how they can make a contribution to lessening the amount of pollutants in the air around us. THE ARTWORK SEEMS TO FOCUS ON HAIR WHICH ALSO APPEARS TO BE A COMMON THEME IN YOUR OTHER DESIGNS AND ILLUSTRATIONS WHAT IS IT THAT DRAWS YOU TO HAIR AS AN ARTIST? My drawing style is heavily inspired by nature and Art Nouveau, in particular Alphonse Mucha's swirly haired female forms. I've been inspired by his work since I was a child. I love the fluidity, movement and organic forms. YOUR DESIGNS ILLUSTRATIONS AND ARTWORK HAVE MADE IT ONTO EVERYTHING FROM WALLS PIANOS AND SHOP WINDOWS TO PRINTS AND JEWELLERY WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE TYPE OF PROJECT AND HOW DOES IRIS COMPARE TO OTHER DISPLAYS YOU’VE WORKED ON? My favourite thing about what I do is that every project is different, and challenging too. I loved the collaborative side of creating Iris, the people I met and the knowledge I acquired. WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON NEXT? I'm doing a live fashion illustration event at Oasis in Liverpool. I'll be working on Luna Shop [an illustration-led stationary and homewares brand], collaborating, developing new ranges and products. I'd love to work on another living installation too.

YOU RECEIVED ADVICE ON THE ARTWORK’S ‘LIVING’ MATERIALS FROM FRANCES STOAKLEY OF THE ROYAL BOTANIC GARDEN EDINBURGH HOW DID WORKING ON THE PROJECT IMPACT ON YOUR OWN AWARENESS OF THE ENVIRONMENT? I was very lucky to work with Frances and I was introduced to her at the beginning of the project.

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THE FORTHCOMING RUN OF SPRING AND SUMMER BANK HOLIDAY WEEKENDS BRINGS THE INSATIABLE NEED TO GET OUT AND SPEND SOME QUALITY TIME AS A FAMILY WHETHER IT’S A MEAL WITH THE KIDS A TRIP TO THE PARK OR A CHANCE TO IMMERSE YOURSELF IN LIVERPOOL’S CULTURE MERSEYSIDE IS NOT SHORT OF WAYS TO SPEND A GREAT FAMILY WEEKEND WITH SO MUCH ON OFFER IT CAN BE A TASK IN ITSELF TO DECIDE WHAT TO DO THAT’S WHY WE’VE SCOURED THE CITY AND ITS SURROUNDING AREAS TO BRING YOU A GUIDE TO THE BEST FAMILY ACTIVITIES

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Cultural and creative It’s no secret that Liverpool is bursting with culture and when it comes to exploring the city’s museums and galleries with the family, Tate’s offering is up there with the best. Let the children take the lead as you explore the gallery’s various exhibitions and remember it’s okay to talk at the Tate so the day doesn’t have to be spent shushing the youngsters. Designed with families in mind, the Clore Learning Centre is a space for playing and creating and until 2 May children are invited to interact with Matisse’s iconic artwork, ‘The Snail’. Turner Prize winners Assemble have also teamed up with the gallery for a series of creative workshops as part of the its current Art Gym programme. Highlights during the initiative include an Easter Chocolate Hunt on 27-28 March, allowing families to spend the day following a treasure map leading to treats hidden around the gallery. Meanwhile the café at Tate Liverpool is currently running a ‘kids eat for free’ offer. 56 Your Move

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Within a stone’s throw from the playground at Calderstones Park, the family can enjoy breakfast, sandwiches, snacks, salads, soups and desserts at The Reader Cafe. With both indoor and outdoor seating, this café is the perfect pit stop be it rain or shine and even offers a selection of books that can be enjoyed while you re-fuel. If the family is after an extra treat, The Reader Ice Cream parlour is just around the corner and offers the best selection of flavours supplied by Cheshire Farm Ice Cream. The Reader Organisation has also arranged lots of fun, family friendly activities planned for visitors dropping by during the Easter holidays. Until 17 April children aged three to six can enjoy ‘The Wonderful World of Oliver Jeffers’ at Calderstones Mansion. The immersive exhibition explores the best-loved work of the writer and illustrator including ‘How to Catch A Star’, ‘Up and Down’, ‘Lost and Found’ and ‘The Way Back Home’. Tickets also include entry to The Reader Organisation’s Storybarn.

Food and fun If you’re willing to take a short trip outside of the city then Hickory’s Smokehouse in West Kirkby is the ideal place to head to for a family meal out. At Hickory’s the kids are the most important guests and their Very Important Kids (V.I.K) menu proves it. Complete with a selection of treats from across the pond including mac ‘n’ cheese, pancakes and Lucky Charms. Picky eaters have the option to build their own wrap from a selection of fillings and sauces and then the aspiring chefs can create their own dessert. The food isn’t the only thing on the V.I.K menu and once they’ve finished their meals the kids can enjoy a film in the 3D cinema room or, if the sun is shining, they can explore the secret garden and Hicksville play school.

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FISH With Good Friday approaching, the city’s fishmongers are preparing to welcome back their once-a-year customers. Although of course originally a religious tradition, eating fish on Good Friday has long been an annual occasion for most. Here’s three of Liverpool’s best fish spots for you to cast your eye over…

CATCH OF THE DAY B. Shrigley & Son, Allerton Road Fish lovers have been travelling from miles around to visit this familyrun business on Allerton Road since 1966. Shrigley’s specialises in fresh Scottish fish, brought in every morning from market. Stocking a wide range of species you’re sure to find your favourite here. If you don’t, Shrigley’s will be more than happy to seek it out for you.

LOCAL LEGEND Steve’s, Ashﬁeld Road

No list of the best places for fish in Liverpool would be worth its salt (or vinegar) without a mention of Aigburth’s premier chip shop. With generous portion sizes, more than reasonable prices and of course beautiful flaky fish, Steve’s is the go to place for many on a Friday evening. Word of warning - the queue stretched down the street last Good Friday so be prepared to wait!

TASTE OF THE MED Italian Club Fish, Bold Street Located at the top of Bold Street, this Italian eatery prides itself on its authenticity and the freshness of its ingredients. As you might have guessed, the main offering at this restaurant is fish and plenty of it. Stand out dishes on the menu include whole steamed lobster and Cozze Al Curry – mussels cooked in spices and served with chips… bellissimo!

COPACABANA

Queen Square, L1

The South American eating experience is nothing new in Liverpool and meat lovers have been able to enjoy the rodizio (all-you-can-eat) service for some time. The latest addition to this tasty genre is Copacabana, a Brazilian steakhouse set over two floors in the city’s popular Queen Square area. The layout is simple, somehow giving each table plenty of room whilst feeling part of a shared experience, and bar manager Daniel’s warm greeting set the tone for a pleasant evening. The menu is straightforward - my partner and I both struggle with choice. One price (£22.95pp) covers the meal which includes trips to the salad bar and as much meat as you can eat. There is a cheaper lunchtime menu (£12.95) although not all meats are available and it might not be a good idea unless a siesta has been factored into your afternoon. There is also a vegetarian option (£17.95) although it is hard to imagine anybody other than a true lover of meat booking a table. We were invited to visit the salad bar before the first

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meats arrived and we stocked up on a range of salad, rice and vegetables. It was smaller than in similar restaurants but as my other half pointed out smaller salad bowls means fresher food as there’s “nowhere for the old salad to hide”. A refreshing glass of Santa Alvara Sauvignon Blanc (£4.95) later and we were ready to go into battle. The meat arrived courtesy of our ‘Passadore’ meat waiter and each offering was as delicious as the last. The chicken wrapped in bacon was “beautiful”, the pork with parmesan was given 10/10 by my plus one and both lamb servings were cooked to perfection. But the undoubted star of the night was the (famous) rump steak which was worth the money on its own and was one of the finest meats we have ever tasted. As is the norm, red and green cards on the table allow you to control when the meat is served – the waiter will only come to your table if the green side

is showing – although the food was so good our cards stayed green side up all evening. Finally, after an hour of sheer enjoyment, we had finished with the meats and sat back to catch our breath. It was impossible to find fault with any of them and at least three were utterly magnificent. We had both somehow managed to keep a small space aside for dessert so I opted for the sticky toffee pudding and my partner chose crème brulee (both £4.95) - we weren’t disappointed. In fact, the only criticism I could muster - and it is a mute one - is the desserts were TOO big following an allyou-can-eat experience. Overall, it had been a wonderful evening. Great food in lovely surroundings guarantees a good night out and Copacabana does just that. With another restaurant opening in Myrtle Street in the coming months, Liverpool’s culinary scene is receiving a fantastic double boost.

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Food for Real Film Festival

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Bluecoat This free ticketed event will showcase Ane Hjort Gutte’s film, which questions the conditions of critical thinking in education and society. Presented by The Royal Standard, the film will be followed by discussion.

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Playhouse Sally Cookson’s interactive, fun-filled stage adaptation on the hit children’s book by Michael Rosen heads to Liverpool.

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The event, which started and finished at the waterfront’s Pier Head, saw 6,500 runners take part.

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ECHO Arena Liverpool Award-winning comedian Peter Kay will command the DJ booth as DJ PK, bringing a three-hour danceathon to the city in aid of Cancer Research UK.

Liverpool Empire (until 2 April) The Horrible Histories team brings historical figures to life on stage in not one but two family shows. Explore the ‘Groovy Greeks’ or the ‘Incredible Invaders’ during their four-day run in the city.

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Helping those learning Spanish and providing a place to meet for Spaniards in the city, the event will return on 7 April.

Lantern Theatre Opera Seria heads to Liverpool for one night with its version of Mozart’s famous opera, which depicts the downfall of lethario Don Giovanni.

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