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EDITOR’S LETTER From art and culture to jobs and homes, we’re looking to the future in this brand new issue of Your Move.

In our latest Hot Topic we explore the career opportunities our house building sector is providing across the Liverpool City Region as it welcomes young apprentices into the industry, along with the vital role these work-based learners are playing in producing new homes.

Plus, with the European referendum just a couple of months away, we focus on Liverpool’s historic links with its twin city of Cologne in Germany, and find out how the relationship would be affected if Britain were to leave the EU. If that’s not enough, creative duo The Sound Agents reveals more on forthcoming plans to breathe new life into Bold Street’s iconic Lyceum with an art installation commemorating the Battle of the Somme.

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W E NERIC P

W NE

Guide Price £1,250,000

£680,000

MENLOVE AVENUE, CALDERSTONES, L18 One of Liverpool's most unique homes, elegant in design & construction, stunning secluded gardens, sweeping private drive, elegant & impressive accommodation, three reception rooms, breakfast kitchen, four/five bedrooms, EPC E

QUICKSWOOD CLOSE, LIVERPOOL, L25 Stunning detached residence, high level of specification & finish, inviting reception hall, shower room & wc & formal lounge, elegant sitting & dining room, study/occasional sixth bedroom, impressive family dining kitchen, EP CC

W NE

W NE

£589,950

£525,000

MENLOVE AVENUE, CALDERSTONES, L18 Detached family residence, generous accommodation, established residential location, attention to detail throughout, a wealth of character & charm, original glazed porch, welcoming reception hall, ground floor cloakroom & wc, EPC E

QUARRY STREET, WOOLTON, L25 Modern detached residence, spacious accommodation, sought after & established suburb, beautifully presented throughout, glazed storm porch, open plan reception hall, spacious lounge, modern integrated kitchen, dining room & sitting room, EPC D W E NERIC P

W E NERIC P

£520,000

£515,000

ASHTON SQUARE, WOOLTON, L25 Detached family residence, secluded & leafy suburb, established & popular location, individually designed accommodation, spacious & ergonomic family living, many attractive features, vestibule entrance, reception hall, EPC C

MOUNT PARK, WOOLTON, L25 Substantial detached house, situated within the prestigious mount park, close proximity to woolton village, vestibule entrance & reception hall, spacious lounge & dining room, breakfast kitchen, morning room/tv room, utility, EPC E

W NE

W NE

£445,000

£349,950

MATHER AVENUE, L18 Stylish detached house, recently built by 'Redrow' the 'Welwyn' design, desirable & popular location, canopy style porch, entrance hall & en-suite shower room, lounge, open plan living space, including family room, EPC B

QUEENS DRIVE, WAVERTREE, L15 Semi detached family residence, recently refurbished throughout, extended to ground floor, a wealth of character & charm, porch & welcoming reception hall, attractive formal lounge, separate rear dining room, breakfast kitchen, EPC D

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W NE

W NE

W NE

£425,000

£395,000

£375,000

£349,950

ACREFIELD ROAD, L25 Extended detached bungalow, lounge, wood burning stove, conservatory, family dining kitchen, EPC E

CHILDWALL PARK AVE, L16 Extended semi detached, formal dining room, extended rear sitting room, breakfast kitchen, EPC E

LYNDHURST AVENUE, L18 Detached residence, living room, fitted breakfast kitchen, dining room, four bedrooms, EPC C

AIGBURTH HALL RD, L17 Detached house, lounge, dining room kitchen ground floor wc three double bedrooms, EPC E

£335,000

CHILDWALL ABBEY RD, L16 Attractive semi detached, beautiful gardens, lounge & dining room, dining kitchen, four bedrooms, EPC E W E NERIC P

£249,950 CHILDWALL ROAD, L15 Semi detached house, lounge, rear sitting room, conservatory, morning room, EPC D

W NE

W NE

Guide Price

LILI MAY MEWS, BELVIDERE ROAD, L8 Don’t Miss Out! Only Four Apartments Remaining, Close proximity to Lark Lane, The River Mersey, Princes Park & Sefton Park, Secure Parking

OIEO £265,000 CLEVELEY ROAD, L18 Mid town house, lounge, open plan dining room & kitchen, four bedrooms over two floors, bathroom, EPC D

£239,950

PRICES FROM £180,000 - £225,000

COVENTRY ROAD, L15 Semi detached property, lounge, dining kitchen, three bedrooms, period style bathroom, EPC ????

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W NE

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£229,950

OIEO £219,950

£210,000

£199,950

ELMSWOOD ROAD, L17 Substantial end terraced property, reception hall, open plan lounge & dining room, EPC D

HOLLYBANK GRANGE, L26 Detached family residence, lounge, fitted breakfast kitchen, formal dining room, four bedrooms, EPC C

ASHBOURNE ROAD, L17 Spacious mid terraced, welcoming reception hall, attractive formal lounge, dining room, EPC awaited

WALSINGHAM ROAD, L16 Extended semi detached house, dining room, lounge, open plan kitchen to conservatory, EPC D

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PRNEW IC E

NE W

NE W

£199,950

£199,950

£189,950

£174,950

GLADSTONE AVENUE, L16 Semi detached house, lounge, dining room open to fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC E

BASIL ROAD, L16 Semi detached family residence, lounge, separate dining room, fitted kitchen, EPC D

SULGRAVE CLOSE, L16 Extended semi detached, lounge, dining kitchen, utility area, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D

BESSBROOK ROAD, L17 Period terraced house, lounge, dining room & morning room, fitted kitchen, EPC D

PRNEW IC E

PRNEW IC E

NE W

NE W

£159,950

OIEO £145,000

£139,999

£134,950

HEYESMERE COURT, L17 First floor apartment, ounge, modern kitchen, three bedrooms, en-suite shower room, EPC B

BARRINGTON ROAD, L15 Mid terraced property, lounge, rear dining room, modern fitted kitchen, ground floor wc, EPC E

TEDBURN CLOSE, L25 Semi detached house, dining room, fitted kitchen, large conservatory, ground floor wc, three bedrooms, EPC D

ST. MICHAELS ROAD, L17 Ground floor apartment, entrance vestibule, spacious lounge, stylish dining kitchen, EPC E

PRNEW IC E

PRNEW IC E

NE W

£130,000

£118,000

£110,000

£110,000

FOXSHAW CLOSE, L35 Semi detached bungalow, ounge, kitchen, two/three bedrooms, third bedroom, EPC E

CONDOR CLOSE, L19 Mid terraced property, lounge, generous breakfast kitchen, ample space for casual dining, EPC D

HOLLYWOOD ROAD, L17 Mid terraced house, well proportioned lounge, kitchen, rear porch, ground floor bathroom, EPC E

PARKFIELD ROAD, L17 First floor apartment, welcoming reception hall, storage & intercom system, lounge, kitchen, EPC C

NE W

NE W

PRNEW IC E

NE W

£94,950

£92,500

£75,000

£74,950

ADDENBROOKE DRIVE, L24 Second floor duplex apartment, sitting room, duplex bedroom & three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC C

HANSBY DRIVE, L24 Mid terraced property, breakfast kitchen, space for casual dining, lounge, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC C

LITTLE HEATH ROAD, L24 Mid terraced property, formal lounge, open plan dining room, kitchen, generous landing, EPC C

MACDONALD STREET, L15 Mid terraced property, open plan living room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom/wc, double glazed, EPC D

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W E NERIC P

W NE

W NE

W NE

£189,995

£170,000

£149,995

£144,950

SERENADE ROAD, L33 Detached house, four bedrooms-master en-suite, ground floor wc, three reception rooms, EPC D

ZANDER GROVE, L12 Detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room & conservatory, kitchen, GCH, DG, EPC D

BIDSTON ROAD, L4 Semi detached house, four bedrooms, lounge & dining room, extended kitchen/utility room, EPC E

BRIGADIER DRIVE, L12 End town house, three bedrooms, master en-suite, lounge, dining room/fitted kitchen, GCH, DG, EPC D W E NERIC P

W NE

W NE

W NE

£144,950

£140,000

£139,950

£137,500

MELWOOD DRIVE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, open plan lounge & dining room, kitchen, conservatory, EPC awaited

ELMTREE CLOSE, L12 Semi detached house , three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, front & rear gardens, GCH, DG, EPC D

BARDLEY CRESCENT, L35 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, DG, GCH, EPC awaited

RUDYARD ROAD, L14 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, cloaks/wc, bathroom/wc, EPC E

W NE

W NE

W NE

W NE

£130,000

£129,995

£114,500

£74,950

MARLFIELD ROAD, L12 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, utility room, bathroom/wc, EPC awaited

TOLLERTON ROAD, L12 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, shower room/wc, GCH, DG, EPC C

CORWEN ROAD, L4 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, EPC E

CHERRY LANE, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, ground floor wet room/wc, EPC awaited

W NE

W NE

W NE

W E NERIC P

£59,950

£55,000

£47,500

£29,950

AGAR ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, in need of renovation, three bedrooms, no chain involved EPC F

IMISON STREET, L9 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, open plan lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D

WALTON VILLAGE, L4 Terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining room, bathroom / w.c, GCH, DG, rear yard, EPC awaited

REDBROOK STREET, L6 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, ground floor bathroom/wc, EPC F

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£1,400pcm

£950pcm

£950pcm

£875pcm

LOWER ROAD, L26 Situated within a barn conversion, three bedroom, unfurnished, rear communal parking, GCH, EPC awaited

LEEDS STREET, L3 Penthouse apartment, two bedrooms, excellent condition, air conditioning, balcony, DG, EPC D

SWAN CRESCENT, L15 Modern Detached House, Three Bedrooms, Well Presented, DG, GCH, gardens garage, EPC awaited

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

£850pcm

£750pcm

THE ALBANY, L3 Duplex, two bedrooms, en-suite shower room, bathroom, modern kitchen , living room, EPC C

THE ANCHORAGE, L3 Marina views, two bedrooms, fully furnished, open plan living area, first floor, modern bathroom, EPC C

£675pcm

£650pcm

CHANCELLOR COURT, L8 Two double bedroomed apartment, third floor, open plan living area, family bathroom, furnished, EPC D

GROSVENOR COURT, L15 Two double bedrooms, spacious lounge, modern kitchen/diner, four piece bathroom, EPC C

£550pcm

£525pcm

£500pcm

£350pcm

MAB LANE, L12 semi-detached, three bedrooms, modern fitted kitchen, well presented, unfurnished, EPC C

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

LONGFORD STREET, L8 Terraced house, two bedrooms, well presented, en-suite shower facility, rear yard, unfurnished, EPC D

COUNTY ROAD, L4 One bedroom apartment, unfurnished, lounge, kitchen, bathroom, second floor, EPC awaited

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W E NERIC P

£795,000

£215,000

OIEO £185,000

£169,950

BEETHAM TOWER, L3 Duplex penthouse apartment, three bedrooms, open plan living area, three bedrooms, EPC C

HATTON GARDEN, L3 Duplex penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms & balcony, en suite shower room, balcony, EPC D

PRINCES PARADE, L3 Thirteenth floor apartment, open plan living room/kitchen, two double bedrooms, DG, EPC C

HENRY STREET, L1 Penthouse apartment, two bedroom duplex, no chain, underfloor heating, bathroom, EPC C

£135,000

£125,000

£120,000

EDEN SQUARE, L3 Fifth floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern kitchen, ensuite bathroom, EPC D

BENSON STREET, L1 Spacious first floor apartment, two double bedrooms, secure undercroft parking, balcony, EPC C

CONCERT STREET, L1 Third floor apartment, ideal investment opportunity, two double bedrooms, living room/kitchen, EPC C

DANBY CLOSE, L5 Semi detached, three bedrooms, living room, dining room, modern extended fitted kitchen, EPC D

£120,000

£109,950

£95,000

£94,950

WOOD STREET, L1 One bedroom apartment, spacious living room, fantastic city & river views, 5th floor, balcony, EPC B

ARCH VIEW CRESCENT, L1 Apartment, one double bedroom, city and river views, open plan living room / kitchen, EPC C

BENSON COURT, L1 Ground floor apartment, one double bedroom, modern bathroom/wc, fitted kitchen, living room, EH, EPC B

MINSTER COURT, L7 Third floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, parking, EPC F

£85,000

£79,950

£72,500

£50,000

OLD HALL STREET, L3 Fourteenth floor studio apartment, open plan living room/dining room/kitchen, DG, GCH, EPC awaited

BOLD PLACE, L1 Second floor apartment, one bedroom, open plan living room/kitchen, electric heating, EPC F

ADMIRAL STREET, L8 Mid terraced house, no chain, investment opportunity, short journey to city centre, DG, GCH, EPC D

HORNBY BOULEVARD, L21 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, requires upgrading, living room, dining room, EPC F

W NE

W E NERIC P

£144,995

W NE

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Rudston Road, Childwall, L16

£159,000

Padstow Close, Halewood Village, L26

Offers Over £150,000

• 3 Bedroom EXTENDED Semi Detached • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room • Extended Kitchen and Dining Area • Play Room/Store Room

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

open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

Offers over £675,000

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

Offers Over £700,000

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

• 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

£295,000

Glenwyllin Road, Waterloo, L22

Offers over £250,000

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

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

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Brownmoor Park, Crosby, L23

£225,000

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

Melling Road, Aintree, L9

Offers over £210,000

• Partial seaview • NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Ground floor

Offers over £185,000

Shrewsbury Avenue, Waterloo L22

Offers in region of £145,000

Marmion Avenue, Bootle, L20

Offers over £185,000

Warrenhouse Road, Brighton-le-Sands, L22 Offers over £115,000

Amethyst Close, Litherland, L23

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Popular location • Close to all amenities

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Two bathrooms • Modern kitchen

open 7 days a week finding houses, delivering homes

Offers over £185,000

Hexham Close, Netherton, L30

Offers over £160,000

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

£130,000

Richard Martin Road, Litherland, L21

Offers over £120,000

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

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

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

Miller Avenue, Crosby L23 • NO CHAIN • Large rear garden • Three bedrooms • Two receptions

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L22 Location • Close Proximity to College Road & Crosby Village • Extended Three Bedroom Semi-Detached Property

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

Harris Drive, Bootle, L20

Park Drive, Blundellsand L23

Offers over £115,000

Sundene Lodge, Waterloo, L22

Offers over £100,000

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Lounge/diner opening onto kitchen • Bathroom

Crosby: 0151 909 3003

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One Bedroom Apartment Timber Decked Balcony Secure Allocated Parking EPC - E

The property is a stylish one-bedroom third floor apartment which also benefits from a timber deck balcony.

£95,000

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A luxury and well-presented two bedroom 6th floor apartment is brought to the market with no onward chain.

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Hatton Gardens

One Bedroom Apartment Popular Ropewalks Location Balcony EPC - C

One Bedroom Apartment Business District Location Ideal First Time Buy EPC - F

One Bedroom Apartment Views Over St Georges Hall Secure Allocated Parking EPC - C

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£127,950

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Trafalgar Warehouse

Circle 109

Alexandra Court

Peter House

Two Bedroom Mezzanine Well Presented Stunning Exposed Brick Work EPC - D

Two Bedroom Apartment En-Suite Shower Room Balcony With City Views EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment Views Over Two Cathedrals Secure Parking EPC - D

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

£212,500

£300,000

£340,000

£725,000

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Chancery House

Gambier Terrace

Rodney Street

Two Bedroom Apartment Fabulous City Centre Location En-Suite Shower Room Modern Fitted Kitchen

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Four Bedroom Duplex Views Of Anglican Cathedral Georgian Quarter Location EPC - F

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A stunning 18th Century townhouse, which has been newly refurbished and converted to a luxury three story, four double bedroom home. The conversion has maintained the

£550pcm

original features and character of the property including exposed wooden beams. All of the bedrooms are double bedrooms, with one benefitting from an en-suite bathroom.

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The Reach

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One Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Great Location

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Sales Linacre Road, L21 £129,950 • • • • • •

Waterloo Road, L3 £225,000

Ideal Investment Potential Being Sold Residential and Commercial Unit Spacious Three Bed End Terraced Double Glazed Private access to Large Commercial Unit - 60ft long Good Residential Location

Audrey Walk, L10 £000,000 • • • • •

• Set in Historic Waterloo Warehouse • Two spacious Bedrooms • Modern Family Bathroom and En-suite • Newly Fitted Kitchen with appliances • Secure Manned Gate and allocated parking space • Original features include Brick Vaulted Ceilings and Walls

Three Bedroom Mid Terrace Ideal First Home Double Glazed Gas central Heating No Chain

West Tower, L3 Reduced To £239,000

Ivanhoe Road, L17 £215,000

Unity Building, L3 Reduced To £159,950

Alexandra Tower, L3 Reduced To £125,500

• Amazing Views • Two Double Bedrooms • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Spacious interior design • 24Hr Concierge

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Set Over 2 Floors • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Rear Decked Garden • Modern Bathroom and En-suite

• Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Room • Balcony, Fitted Kitchen • Two Bath/Shower Rooms • Secure Parking

• Direct Waterfront Location • One Bed Modern Apartment • Fitted Kitchen • Modern Bathroom • Amazing Views

Hatton Garden, L3 £115,000

Shandon Court , L3 Reduced To £110,000

Minster Court, L7 £92,000

Naseby Street, L4 Reduced To £77,500

• Spacious One bed Apartment • 22' living/dining room • Electric heating • Secure underground parking • Fabulous central atrium

• Close Hospital And Universities • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge with balcony • Fitted Kitchen/Family Bathroom • Recently refurbished

• Popular Mature Development • Two Double Bedrooms • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Parking • Prime 'buy to let'

• Spacious Freehold End Terraced • Four Double Bedrooms • Double Glazed, GCH • Basement • Two Reception Rooms

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North Sudley Road, Crofton Mews L17 £1700pcm • Luxury Detached Family Home • 4 Double Bedrooms • Ensuite to Master • Designer Fitted kitchen • Family Designer Kitchen • Rear Garden

Cleveley Cottages, L18 Reduced to £4000pcm

Crofton Mansions L17 £1050pcm

Princes Dock, L3 £950pcm

Beetham Tower, L3 Reduced to £900pcm

• Inspirational Conversion • Fabulous Living/Dining Kitchen • Quality Finish Throughout • 4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms • Secure Gated Access, Driveway

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

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

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

Unity Building, L3 £895pcm

Spectrum, L3 £825pcm

Overhead, L8 Starting from £650pcm

Brooklands, L17 £575pcm

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

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

• 2 Double Bedroom Apartments • Secure Entry • Rear Car Park • Family Bathroom • Ground Floor

• First Floor 2 Bedroom Duplex • Open Plan Lounge and Kitchen • 24 Hour Concierge • Residents Gym • Fully Furnished

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College Court

WEST DERBY

£400,000

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

£225,000

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

WALTON

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Third Avenue

Almonds Grove

NORRIS GREEN

£75,000

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

Gwladys Street

Verbena Drive

£145,000

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

£67,000

Chelsea Court

Parkview Road

WEST DERBY

£85,000

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

OLD SWAN

WEST DERBY

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

CROXTETH

£57,000

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

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

Kiln Hey

WALTON

£88,000

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

Long Lane

£80,000

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

WEST DERBY

WALTON

£50,000

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

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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This stunning one bedroom apartment is available furnished or unfurnished and enjoys the benefit of a fully integrated kitchen, including dishwasher as well as timber effect flooring through the living space. The apartment enjoys exceptional views and is available immediately.

This fantastic two bedroom apartment is available furnished or unfurnished and has a separate fully integrated kitchen ideal for entertaining. The apartment enjoys exceptional views of the dock, has access to the free onsite gym and is available immediately.

three bedroom apartment

three bedroom apartment

rent from £1325.00 pcm

rent from £1400.00 pcm

With views directly onto Liverpool’s waterfront this stunning apartment has access to the free onsite gym, outside amenity space and is available furnished or unfurnished. This apartment offers generous living space with an early viewing highly recommended to avoid disappointment.

This three double bedroom corner plot has exceptional 270 degrees of Liverpool’s waterfront.

In addition the property has access to the free onsite gym and is available furnished or unfurnished. This apartment offers generous living space with an early viewing highly recommended.

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• Fully integrated kitchen • Spacious living accommodation • High quality fixtures and fittings • Furnished or unfurnished

• Onsite management team • Free residents only gym • Parking available • 24 hour call line • No administration fees

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO LET

Sleeping beauty A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP IS ESSENTIAL FOR STAYING HEALTHY AND RECHARGED FOR THE DAY AHEAD WITH THIS HANDFUL OF CHIC CHAMBERS YOU CAN ENJOY YOUR NIGHTLY DOSE OF SHUT-EYE IN STYLE

Lofty aspirations £400,000 ULLET ROAD AIGBURTH L Occupying the upper floor of a contemporary extension in this beautiful Grade II-listed lodge house on the fringe of Sefton Park, this bedroom boasts a bespoke vaulted ceiling with decorative exposed beams and enjoys plenty of light through a number of windows.

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Located in the much sought after Sandfield Park, the master bedroom in this unique architect designed detached home features plush carpet, a regallooking wooden bed and rear access to the property’s impressive balcony.

Offering stunning views across the city including of both cathedrals, the master bedroom in this fully furnished lavish apartment is perfect for anyone craving luxury city centre living.

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Fit for a queen

£1,200 pcm

£295,000

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NEW HEYS DRIVE ALLERTON L

With direct access to an impressive balcony and an en suite bathroom, the master bedroom at this exclusive penthouse apartment offers a taste of true luxury at the heart of Liverpool’s waterfront community.

Elegant light fittings including a striking chandelier give this master bedroom a real sense of grandeur. Fitted wardrobes, a dressing table and a full-length mirror make this the perfect boudoir for the fashion conscious owner.

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Help to Buy

Whatever your situation we have a scheme to help you buy!

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Melling Road, Aintree, L9 0LG Prices from £185,000 or £148,000 with To celebrate the Grand National we are offering a FANTASTIC INCENTIVE...

FREE FLOORING THROUGHOUT FOR RESERVATIONS PLACED IN APRIL* *Terms and conditions apply – speak to one of our sales advisors for more information.

With only 3 plots remaining call us today to take advantage of this one time only offer before you get pipped to the post!

4 bed semi detached homes · Off road parking · Large gardens · NHBC warranty

Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23 8TS Prices From £595,000 or £476,000 with ONLY ONE PLOT REMAINING CALL NOW TO REGISTER YOUR INTEREST An exclusive development of executive homes in the sought after location of Blundellsands, 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.

NEW DEVELOPMENT Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18 7HH Offers over £275,000 or £220,000 with Coming soon - a new development of 3 bedroom semi-detached 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.

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

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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

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HOT TOPIC

APPRENTICESHIPS ARE A KEY SOURCE OF SKILLS FOR THE HOUSEBUILDING SECTOR WHILST THE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING THEY OFFER CAN PROVIDE VALUABLE EXPERIENCE AND A STRONG CAREER START FOR YOUNG PEOPLE LOOKING TO ENTER THE INDUSTRY YOUR MOVE SHINES THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE OPPORTUNITIES BEING PROVIDED BY MERSEYSIDE’S HOUSEBUILDING SECTOR AND IN TURN THE IMPORTANCE OF ATTRACTING NEW TALENT

The construction industry, particularly housebuilding, is flourishing at the moment.

As reported earlier this year, Liverpool has been part of a 25% rise in housebuilding across the country, which contributes 7,482 jobs in Merseyside alone.

Behind the scenes though, a report by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) says the current skills shortage in the industry means an extra 36,000 new workers a year are needed to cover the demand for additional housing.

Housebuilders are looking for ways to target this shortage, and one solution is to encourage young talent into the industry through apprenticeship opportunities.

“An apprenticeship in the construction sector can provide the perfect springboard for a highly rewarding and successful career,” says James Glendenning, chief executive of Greater Merseyside Learning Providers’ Federation (GMLPF) and newly appointed judge of the Property Apprentice award at this year’s NWPAs. “Highly skilled, ambitious workers are in constant demand, especially in such a practical trade like housebuilding.

“Apprenticeships offer the opportunity to learn your craft, be taught by experts with years of experience and progress through a company.”

GMLPF is a non-profit organisation which champions and supports apprenticeship providers to raise standards and promote training, skills and apprenticeship opportunities.

“The Liverpool City Region is undergoing tremendous change and development of late, with new housing projects and schemes continuing to take shape across the region,” adds James. “Therefore it is an ideal time for housebuilders to recognise the impact a young person can have on their business and see the value in apprenticeships.”

All over Merseyside, developers have pledged commitment to training and employing young people in this way.

Housebuilder Countryside recently announced it is creating 30 new positions in Knowsley through its Employment and Skills Plan.

The initiative is a partnership between Knowsley Council and Countryside to build 583 new homes in the area over the next 10 years and apprentices on the scheme will be able to start their construction careers, learning skills in joinery, plumbing, bricklaying and decorating.

“We’d like to encourage more young people to consider the options available to them within

the construction sector,” says Philip Whitehead, regional regeneration director for Countryside.

“Through this initiative, apprentices will get the opportunity to gain industry experience, whilst developing the skills needed to flourish in their future careers.”

In addition, developer Redrow is having an impact on the training of young people through its established apprenticeship scheme.

The firm recently launched a drive to recruit a record 100 apprentices throughout England and Wales this year, including 19 new positions across Lancashire and North Wales.

“ IT IS AN IDEAL TIME FOR HOUSEBUILDERS TO RECOGNISE THE IMPACT A YOUNG PERSON CAN HAVE ON THEIR BUSINESS AND SEE VALUE IN APPRENTICESHIPS ” “Apprentices are absolutely vital for our business to ensure we have a skilled workforce for the future,” says Clare Horton, trainee programmes manager for Redrow.

“Not only that, they also bring energy, enthusiasm and fresh thinking to any company.

They really are the lifeblood of the industry.”

Trainees make up around 15% of Redrow’s direct employees, both on site and in the office through its apprenticeship programme for business administration, design and technical, and commercial roles at its divisional headquarters.

The trade apprenticeships in bricklaying,

groundworks, plumbing and electrics are key for Redrow, allowing the company to discover exciting young talent, and ensure they are ready for the challenges of the future.

Apprentices are mentored on-site by experienced professionals, earning whilst they work and attend college once a week to gain an NVQ qualification at the same time.

“Trade apprenticeships provide skills that last a lifetime and are in high demand within the housebuilding industry,” says Clare.

Liam Sargeant is one such student who has benefitted from Redrow’s apprenticeship programme. He began his apprenticeship after being encouraged to apply for a position at the company by the head of the Brickwork NVQ course at Warrington Collegiate.

After starting work for Redrow in 2012, he has excelled, winning various awards including Apprentice of the Year at the Your Move Property Awards – now NWPAs - in 2014, and Apprentice of the Year for Redrow in the same year.

“I’ve always found pleasure in constructing things from a young age,” says Liam.

“When I was at school I was offered a chance to go to college and do courses in different trades. When I started, I enjoyed bricklaying the most.”

Liam worked on different building sites during his apprenticeship including the Calderstones Grange development, which saw Redrow build 38 family homes in Allerton.

Now he has graduated from college he’s been employed full time for the company on its trainee site assistant programme, demonstrating the great career progression that can come as a result of an apprenticeship.

“I wouldn’t have got this trainee site assistant position without the apprenticeship, it’s been a massive help,” says Liam.

“It’s kind of like doing another apprenticeship, just this time in site management. I’d like to progress as far as I can and I see it as a ladder I can keep climbing, up to site manager and further.

“I’m so grateful for the experience it has given me, and the support Redrow has provided has been brilliant. I’d like to hope I’ll stay working for Redrow for the rest of my career.”

Cases such as Liam’s show that housebuilding apprenticeships could prove to be a positive and sustainable future for young people; and if the apprenticeship system continues to produce high-class recruits such as Liam, then the future looks bright for Redrow, Countryside and the housebuilding industry too.

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Wear and Tear Changes The Government really has it in for buy-to-let landlords. We already have new rules which will start to come in from April 2017 which reduce tax relief on loans and the 3% SDLT surcharge on second homes which came in this month. For landlords who have no borrowing and whose portfolio is static neither of these changes will bite, but another change effective from 6 April will affect all landlords letting out furnished residential property.

Q: I let out three student houses, fully furnished and have always claimed the Wear-and-Tear Allowance, but someone tells me I can’t any more, what is happening?

A: For most businesses (including the letting of commercial property), tax relief on kit you need to run the letting business is given via capital allowances on "plant and machinery". This has never been the case for items purchased by a landlord to use in a residential dwelling house, which is what student houses are classified as. Instead the "wear and tear" allowance was available, equal to 10% of rents (adjusted for any items which the landlord paid on behalf of the tenant like utilities).

For many landlords this avoided a lot of work in recording what they spent, but was also basically beneficial, in that taken over the fullness of time the 10% allowance often exceeded what they would actually spend.

This relief has now been abolished, with new rules coming in from this April. From now on a landlord will only be allowed the actual costs of replacing furniture, furnishings and appliances, which will need to be supported by receipts etc.

Q: I’m thinking of buying a new buy to let property which might need fitting out – what are the rules for that one – I would have always just claimed the 10% from the beginning?

A: The new rules don’t give any tax relief for the initial cost of furniture or any other capital items. However you might like to be aware that although a landlord buying an empty property and equipping it from scratch gets no tax relief under the new rules, the same landlord buying an existing buy-to-let with old worn-out furniture and replacing it more or less immediately with new equivalents will qualify for "replacement" relief, and therefore be able to claim a tax deduction.

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NEWS Demand for NWPAs sponsorship opportunities The final sponsorship opportunities remain available for this year’s prestigious NWPAs, as high demand continues for the event.

Following a rebrand and an expansion into the wider North West in 2016, the annual property awards ceremony has already achieved sell out success for tickets and backing from property firms around the region.

Home builder Countryside is among the latest category sponsors to be announced ahead of the 20 October event at Lutyens Crypt in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, which will celebrate a year of residential and commercial property success across 12 categories.

The developer, which has put its name to this year’s Judges’ Special Award, joins a list of fellow signed up sponsors including MSB Solicitors, Redrow Homes Lancashire and North West, Paul Crowley & Co, UK Business Supplies, PCS Law, The Foundry Agency and Yu Property Group.

Forth Homes is this year’s headline sponsor for the glittering event which is organised by Move Publishing, the company behind Your Move magazine.

For more information about the final category sponsorship opportunities or to enter this year’s awards, visit www.nwpas.com.

The closing date for awards entries is 1 July.

Awards will be presented across 12 categories

MILESTONE YEAR FOR GROWING ACCOUNTANCY FIRM Liverpool’s John Kerr Chartered Accountants is celebrating its 40th anniversary in 2016.

The firm, which was founded by John Kerr in 1976, has achieved steady growth during its four decades in business and is looking ahead to further expansion during its milestone year.

Property interests across the UK are among the key focuses for many of John Kerr Chartered Accountants’ clients, as the firm continues to provide specialist advice on areas including accounts, tax, VAT, Julia Casimo leads John Kerr Chartered pensions, wills and Accountants in its 40th year investments.

Julia Casimo, the daughter of John Kerr who now leads the long-running business as it looks after more than 1,000 clients, says: “2016 is an important year for us; we are opening a second office at Wavertree Business Park and we’re looking forward to more growth.

“One of the important sectors for us is property and we act for property investors and developers across the country, from major science and business parks and investors with hundreds of houses and student lets to individuals with a single buy-to-let.”

For more details call 0151 228 8977.

CITY AGENT GRANTED LICENCING SCHEME APPROVAL Residential letting and management specialist Andrew Louis has been approved by Liverpool City Council to act as a licence holder on behalf of its landlord clients.

The council recently confirmed the approval following a fit and proper check, with the firm also instructed to commence the final stage of the Landlord Licence application for managed properties which fall within the council boundaries.

As the agent is a member of the National Approved Letting Scheme (NALS), which has signed a co-regulation agreement with the Liverpool City Council over its licensing initiative, Andrew Louis clients will be able to reduce their

Landlord Licensing Scheme fee by 50%.

This means customers will only pay £200 per property for a five-year licence, rather than the standard rate of £400 for the first and £350 for each subsequent home.

Louis Anastasiou, managing director of Andrew Louis, says: “We are delighted to be approved by the council to act as a licence holder on behalf of our landlord clients.

“It is great that we can now offer a significant discount on the Landlord Licensing Scheme fee alongside continued excellent customer service.”

For more information on Andrew Louis’ residential management services contact 0151 330 5366.

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Help to Sell assists buyers at Woolton Rise Hollybank Homes’ Help to Sell initiative is proving a hit with buyers at the developer’s Woolton Rise scheme in South Liverpool.

The initiative helps prospective homeowners who are looking to make a reservation at the site but still need to sell their own house by working with agents to ensure their current home is marketed correctly.

Woolton Rise, which consists of 12 four and five-bedroom houses with six different designs, is due to be fully completed between June and August this year.

The architecturally designed properties boast open plan kitchens, French doors from the dining area to the garden and utility rooms.

Other benefits include family bathrooms, master bedrooms with dressing rooms and large walk-in showers with clear glass screens.

Hollybank Homes’ director, Gary Buchanan says the Help to Sell initiative has proved “very popular”, and that the “first completions at the development are now done”.

He adds: “We have plenty of happy people moving in now and we are looking forward to completing on the remaining properties.”

For further information on Woolton Rise contact Hollybank Homes on 0151 428 9934.

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FORMER CHURCHES AND PUBS IN DEMAND AT PROPERTY AUCTION more than £68,000 higher than its guide price.

The Cabin pub in Kirkdale also drew high levels of interest before going under the hammer for £50,000, a total which was £10,000 more than the guide price.

Cathy Holt, associate director of auctions at Sutton Kersh, says: “Despite the Stamp Duty tax rise now coming into effect on buy-tolet properties, bidding was still strong across the board, both on residential, mixed-use, commercial and development Tetlow Church has residential potential opportunities.”

Properties in Aigburth also Landmark public houses and de-commissioned performed well at the auction, with a three-bed churches were among the most popular lots at semi-detached going for £143,000, £43,000 above estate agent Sutton Kersh’s latest Liverpool the guide price, and a four-bedroom end of terrace auction. generating more than double the £15,000 guide price.

Tetlow Church near Stanley Park, a two-storey Sutton Kersh’s next auction will take place on brick and stone building with potential for 26 May at the Crowne Plaza in Liverpool city redevelopment into a residential scheme, was centre from midday. The closing date for property snapped up for £12,500 more than its £50,000 entries is 29 April. guide price during the sale.

Meanwhile the Fairfield Arms pub on Prescot For more information visit Road raised £168,000 following a bidding war www.suttonkersh.co.uk/auctions.

PAUL CROWLEY & CO SOLICITORS ANNOUNCES NEW MANAGING PARTNER Liverpool law firm Paul Crowley & Co has named Tracy Thompson as managing partner.

Having worked at the company since March 2011, Tracy has been promoted from her operations director role.

During her time at the firm so far, Tracy has helped to develop the company by implementing new systems and procedures as well as managing corporate business planning and marketing.

Tracy says: “It’s an honour to have been made a partner in Paul Crowley & Co, a firm which I have been able to build a strong relationship with over the past five years.

“I have thoroughly enjoyed working with our incredible team and am fully confident that the coming years will see yet more impressive results”.

Tracy joins fellow partners Paul Crowley, Michael Fogarty and John McKenna at the firm, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in January and has branches in Anfield, West Derby and Liverpool city centre.

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APRIL INITIATIVE TO HELP BUYERS AT MELLING ROAD Just three homes remain available at Forth Homes’ Melling Road development as the scheme has proven popular amongst buyers.

The house builder is expecting high interest to continue during the coming weeks as it celebrates the success of this month’s Grand National festival, which took place at the nearby Aintree Racecourse.

During April buyers reserving the remaining semi-detached luxury houses at the scheme, which is being targeted towards young professionals and families, will also benefit from free flooring throughout as the developer aims to ease the process of moving on the property ladder.

Commenting on the celebratory initiative, a spokesperson for Merseyside-based Forth Homes which currently has a number of projects underway across the region, says: “We appreciate that buying a property is a major commitment and one of the biggest purchases that someone will make.

“To aid the process we are happy to help make our buyers’ new house a home by adding some bespoke finishing touches for them, supplied and fitted by our team of flooring specialists.”

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The car park at Liverpool’s waterfront development The Keel has received an upgrade after new secure gates were fitted.

The installation comes after an advertisement was erected at the Marina side of the Private Rented Sector (PRS) scheme to highlight the final few apartments available.

Matthew Smith, portfolio manager at Touchstone Residential, which is marketing and managing apartments at the Queens Dock based apartment complex, says: “The new car parking gates should make the site significantly more appealing and accessible for tenants.

“We hope that more people choose to purchase a car parking space with their apartment in light of the new improvements.”

Private car parking spaces are available to residents at The Keel in addition to their apartment rental.

The latest upgrade to the recently transformed former HMRC building follows the announcement that Moorfield and development partner Glenbrook Property have submitted plans to build a further 257 apartments on the remaining land next to the residential scheme, which opened last year.

For more information on The Keel call 0845 266 0025.

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WHERE DID THE IDEA FOR ‘DULCE ET DECORUM EST’ COME FROM AND HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN WORKING TOGETHER ON IT? MK: We’ve been working with Mike Doran of the Liverpool BID Company for two and a half years on this project.

We submitted two designs and decided to go with a WWI design to honour the soldiers and their families.

Things have sped up now and we’re working with LJMU and its Merseyside at War archive.

We recently went to view the archive - a very limited physical archive - just a small box, but we photographed it and also read some of the diaries from the soldiers in the trenches that have been transcribed and it’s heartbreaking.

The work is going to focus on the human aspect; it’s not just an unknown soldier in a uniform. We’re looking at the families at home, the sisters, the mothers and so on.

JC: The idea came out of conversations with Mike about somehow dressing the Lyceum building – it’s a great building but at the moment it needs some attention.

As we started looking for funding we began looking at tying it together with the theme of the Great War. It so happened that the commemoration of the Battle of the Somme is on 1 July and we thought it would be good if we could get the design up on the building around the beginning of the month.

We wanted to base that design around correspondence between people in the forces and their families back home.

WHAT WAS THE THINKING BEHIND USING THE LYCEUM BUILDING FOR THE INSTALLATION? MK: The obvious link is the Lyceum used to be a post office and people are sad that is no longer the case.

People are really angry about the Lyceum and the way it has just been left and it looks a disgrace. It’s terrible that so many beautiful buildings in Liverpool are just left to rot.

JC: One of the ideas was to dress the building and bring some sort of focus and attention to it again so people start talking about it and see where any refurbishment or regeneration of the building can go. We also want to bring some energy back into the bottom end of Bold Street.

The Lyceum building was of course at one point a post office and also originally England’s first lending library.

In a way it has always been a building of letters so we thought of this communication theme and

taking a look at how things were between families in this period.

The Lyceum is a chance to tell a story. I must be from one of the last generations that have a connection with the war in the sense that I can remember my grandfather who fought in the war.

I suppose generations after me won't have that connection so there is something very poignant about this installation as the Great War is moving into history in a very real sense now – out of personal memories and just into the history books.

THE LYCEUM IS CURRENTLY VACANT JUST LIKE THE BUILDING WHERE YOUR ‘OPERA FOR CHINATOWN’ INSTALLATION IS SITUATED WHAT IS IT ABOUT VACANT BUILDINGS THAT YOU THINK MAKES A GOOD CANVAS FOR ART? MK: In the late 1960’s and early 1970’s, when I was a little girl, there were lots of derelict buildings left over from the war and they always fascinated me.

I spent a lot of my time playing out in these derelict buildings and on bombsites!

JC: For me, buildings such as the terraces on Duke Street and the Lyceum give you the opportunity to tell a story – it can be like a museum or art gallery on the street.

With the Chinatown project, it really tells the story of the community that we’d met there and their families.

That story is not obvious on the street; you can’t see it as you're walking down Nelson Street. It’s about what happens in the front rooms and the homes of those families.

With people’s stories, the background material is often more interesting than whatever is in the spotlight.

DO YOU HAVE ANY OTHER PROJECTS ON THE HORIZON? MK: We have put in an application to 14-18 NOW to see if we can be commissioned to do a seperate exhibition on Bold Street, also to be named ‘Dulce et Decorum Est’.

What we really want to do is get everyday people involved in the project. Mike is looking into getting us an empty shop and turning that into a gallery space where people will be able to come and talk to us and bring along items related to the war for us to exhibit.

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EVENT

The city’s Bierkeller hosted the event

Liverpool’s first Barnival took place, combining a carnival with a bar competition Bar-goers and bartenders went head to head in contests

BIERKELLER HOSTS FIRST BARNIVAL

Attendees posed for photos during the event

Barnival took place throughout the afternoon, culminating in the final of the competition

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artenders and attendees enjoyed a day of prizes and carnival fun this month as Liverpool’s Bierkeller hosted its first ‘Barnival’.

Participants went head to head in competitions to showcase their drink making skills during the quest to find a ‘complete’ bartender.

Pouring the correct amounts, speedy drink making, ability to excite the crowd and judging panel while mixing, and creativity in inventing cocktails were all put to the test during the competition.

More than £1,500 worth of prizes were up for grabs on the day, which also saw entrants receive raffle tickets and take part in carnival-style games such as ‘Hook a Drunken Duck’, ‘Five of the Best’ and the coconut shy-like ‘Shot Shy’.

The event ended with the winners of each drink making competition category competing in a final.

Contestants’ bartender skills were tested for accuracy, speed, entertainment and creativity

One participant showcases his skills

Liverpool’s inaugrual Barnival was well attended

Attendees enjoyed a day of drinks, prize giveaways and entertainment

Guests joined in the fun

Concentration was required as prizes were up for grabs

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A Tale of FOR MORE THAN HALF A CENTURY LIVERPOOL HAS BEEN TWINNED WITH THE GERMAN CITY OF COLOGNE THE TWO DESTINATIONS HAVE BONDED OVER THEIR SIMILAR STRENGTHS IN ART AND CULTURE THROUGH TO THRIVING INDUSTRIES YOUR MOVE DELVES INTO THE HISTORY OF THE PARTNERSHIP AND TAKES A LOOK AT WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS AMID UNCERTAINTY OVER BRITAIN’S POSITION IN EUROPE

It was in the aftermath of World War II that the relationship between Liverpool and Cologne was formed.

Thought to be the first cities in Britain and Germany to be officially twinned, the two destinations were brought together in 1952 as a symbolic act of peace and reconciliation following a bloody war.

The relationship was also forged for prosperity; promoting cultural and commercial links between the UK and Germany and to boost trade and tourism between the countries.

Both Liverpool and Cologne are maritime cities in the North West: Liverpool lies on the banks of the River Mersey whilst Cologne occupies both sides of the River Rhine, with each famous for their spectacular waterfronts.

Both are young and vibrant cities with famous universities, and the people even have their own unique dialects: Scouse and Kolsch.

Comprising a variety of architectural styles, Cologne is renowned for its Gothic architecture whilst Liverpool boasts the biggest Georgian quarter outside of London.

FAITH

WORDS BY JENNIFER CHAMBERLAIN

‘If you want a cathedral, we’ve got one to spare’ sings Pete Mcgovern in his folk song ‘In My Liverpool Home’, nodding to the sense of regional pride associated with Liverpool Cathedral and Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral.

The former is particularly spectacular and, as Britain’s largest cathedral, it’s a huge tourist attraction.

Similarly, Cologne Cathedral is a sight to behold. Recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cathedral, with its unique filigree twin spires, is thought to be

the most popular tourist attraction in Germany.

However, it’s not just impressive religious buildings that provide a link between the cities, but also the faith communities. In 1908, long before the cities became officially twinned, a group from Cologne travelled to visit Liverpool Cathedral, which at that time was still being built.

More than 100 years later, the relationship between the church communities continues to play an important role in the link between the sister cities.

Clergy and church members organise regular exchanges to take part in special events. In 2008 for instance, cathedral choirs from both cities came together to perform Benjamin Britten’s ‘War Requiem’ to celebrate Liverpool’s year as European Capital of Culture.

TRADE AND BUSINESS When it comes to business, Liverpool and Cologne share a mutual industrial heritage.

Liverpool is built on trade and has a historic position as one of the most important trading ports in the world, so it’s unsurprising that its sister city is also known for its trade and transport links.

Cologne, due to its position on the River Rhine, boasts the second biggest port in Germany and one of the largest in Europe.

As part of the 60th anniversary of their official twinning, Liverpool and Cologne announced a shared commitment to boosting economic activity between the cities as well as working collaboratively on tourism and for joint bids on European funding.

Should Britain vote to opt out of the EU in the upcoming referendum, this will have

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Two Cities significant implications on both tourism and trade between the UK and the rest of Europe and could affect the relationship between the twin cities.

Travel between Liverpool and Cologne may require a visa, adding red tape and additional cost to a trip. However, it’s the potential for loss of trade which is the main cause for concern for Britons wishing to stay in the community.

Many believe exiting the EU would not be beneficial for business as it will restrict market access, make trading within Europe more difficult and could potentially leave the UK financially worse off.

ART AND CULTURE Arguably, the main tie between Liverpool and Cologne is based on art and culture.

Both cities are important centres for contemporary art within Europe and this has been a driving force for creative exchange. The artistic landscape of Liverpool in particular has changed dramatically over the last 30 years in keeping with the city’s economic growth.

The likes of Liverpool Biennial, Tate Liverpool, Bluecoat and FACT have had a significant role to play in putting Liverpool on the map as an art city.

Over the years, artists from Liverpool and Cologne have made the most of their cities’ artistic and cultural merit.

In 1989 an exhibition entitled ‘Art from Koln’ spent three months at Tate Liverpool with the aim of showing the quality and diversity of the work of artists living in Cologne.

In response to the success of similar exhibitions came ‘Eight Days a Week’, a grassroots and artist-led organisation set

up in 1998 by Liverpool artists Pete Clarke and Bryan Biggs.

Eight Days a Week, named after the Beatles song, facilitates unique cultural exchanges for Liverpool and Colognebased artists. Reaping the rewards of European funding and collaboration, it has sustained momentum for almost 20 years.

“I would hope most artists are internationalists and would want European cultural exchanges and collaborations to continue and prosper within a more open and reformed EU,” says Pete Clarke, artist and founder of Eight Days a Week.

“The Liverpool Cologne Project is based on artists’ common interests and values and hopefully would respond to changing different political outcomes and scenarios.”

THE FUTURE Since Liverpool and Cologne were brought together as twin cities more than 60 years ago, the ties between them have remained strong.

In areas of faith, business and art the relationships formed have been particularly fruitful, allowing for all manner of exchanges and collaborations something Liverpool City Council is keen to uphold.

“Whatever the outcome of the referendum, we will remain twinned with Cologne and will remain close links with the city,” says a spokesperson for the local authority.

Ultimately, it’s the people that make a city and, regardless of whether we opt in or out of the EU during the upcoming referendum, it’ll be the people of Liverpool and Cologne that keep the relationship between the twin destinations alive.

Since Liverpool and Cologne were brought together as twin cities more than 60 years ago, the ties between them have remained strong.

Even Cologne’s cityscape resembles that of its twin, Liverpool, with a cathedral and tower dominating the skyline

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CRAFT BEER The craft beer craze shows no sign of slowing down in Liverpool, as new brewery taps open up and bars offering an array of hard to come by beverages and flavoursome brews continue to thrive. If you’re looking to try something different when you head out for a well-earned beer, look no further than our round-up of watering holes serving up artisan beers from the region and beyond.

HONING THEIR CRAFT Black Lodge, Kitchen Street

BUSABA EATHAI

Hanover Street, L1

Hidden away in the Baltic Triangle, this microbrewery, tap house and charcuterie has a varied and changing selection of guest brews on draught for you to catch while you can, as well as Black Lodge’s own concoctions created on-site.

Stop off for a swift beverage and bite to eat from Thursday through to Sunday, or kick back and enjoy a film and a craft beer when the venue hosts one of its movie nights.

HIDDEN HAVEN The 23 Club, Hope Street The Clove Hitch has long had a visible presence on Liverpool’s renowned foodie destination of Hope Street, serving food and drinks in its bistro and bustling beer garden.

Venture down to its basement though and you’ll find The 23 Club, a discreet haven of craft beers as well as cask ales and bourbons ready to be explored.

BY NAME AND BY NATURE The Dead Crafty Beer Company, Dale Street A recent addition to Liverpool’s thriving craft beer scene, The Dead Crafty Beer Company is already making waves. Twenty taps and a wide ranging selection of bottles cover locally brewed beers as well as beverages from far flung destinations such as New Zealand. Plus pub staples such as quiz nights are being thrown into the mix for a lively atmosphere.

Reminiscing about my travels to Asia, I had high hopes for the new Busaba Eathai restaurant. Don’t let its modern interior fool you, Busaba has kept its menu authentic and vibrant, and has you dreaming of life on a hot Thai island.

The eatery prides itself on its ‘casual dining’ mantra, and it’s a vibe you instantly get when entering. Tables are simply laid with paper place mats, chopsticks (a fork and spoon if you haven’t quite got the hang of them yet) and condiments to ‘pimp’ your meal – soy, hot chilli and fish sauce.

Although modern throughout, Busaba nods towards its traditional roots; rice is served in authentic ceramic dishes and the place mats give you titbits of cultural information. For example, did you know Bangkok is the longest named city in the world? (Its full name consists of 169 characters).

Arriving on a week day evening, the restaurant was already quite busy with a gentle hum of noise throughout the open plan space.

The menu gives you plenty of options, whether you prefer curries, rice, stir fries, noodles, small plates or Busaba’s take on ‘Modern

REVIEW BY HANNAH FOWLER Bangkok’ and selected specials. To start, we ordered a fresh lemonade and spiced apple juice along with prawn crackers and sweet chilli sauce (£2.50).

Next, I ordered the goong tohd (£6.95) - breaded king prawns with chilli lime sauce. The prawns were cooked perfectly and the sauce gave the dish that extra kick.

My dining partner chose the fish cakes (£6.25) with a cucumber and peanut relish.

These were full of flavour and when paired with the relish, gave a good balance of sweet and sour.

For the main event, I decided on the jungle chicken curry (£10.25); with succulent grilled chicken, Thai aubergine, bamboo shoots and French beans, the different textures were well balanced and the sticky rice was a good accompaniment. With a three chilli rating be warned - this curry is spicy!

For a curry on the milder side, my partner’s dish would be the perfect choice.

The mussaman duck (£11.95) with potato, peanut, star anise, cinnamon and onion gave a unique but

delicious taste. The centrepiece of the dish was the duck - falling off the bone and mouth-wateringly tender, it was packed with rich, aromatic spices and was a particular highlight.

Wanting to try even more of the menu, we ordered a side of Thai roti (£2.50) and sweet potato fries (£3.60).

A popular fixture in Thai street food, the roti bread was moreish and ideal to dip into our curries.

The fries had just the right amount of spice to balance the sweetness and were cooked just how you want them – crispy on the outside and soft in the middle.

The food, alongside the friendly service, made for a great, relaxed evening and I could happily return and try more of the menu’s delights.

One of Busaba’s core principles is ‘Gan Gin Gan Yuu’, meaning ‘as you eat, so you are’. Similar to the phrase ‘you are what you eat’, it suggests you can be defined by your approach to food. Busaba Eathai stays true to this ethos, using fresh, authentic ingredients to bring flavours of the Far East to the North West.

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STREETLIFE CATHEDRAL SLEEPOUT

YOUR FORTNIGHTLY ROUND-UP OF LIVERPOOL’S ENTERTAINMENT

Highlights APRIL

out overnight in Fundraisers of all ages camped s for the cathedral roof fund raise to l edra Cath l rpoo Live rity The Whitechapel Centre. as well as homelessness cha

Participants took cardboard to build dens for the night as the event gave young people first-hand experience of issues faced by people affected by home lessness.

We Are 2 / Garden Reopening Party

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Lennon Through a Glass Onion

Constellations The Baltic Triangle venue will officially wave goodbye to the colder months as it re-opens its garden for another season. There’ll be a BBQ, live music and DJs among the entertainment as it also celebrates its second birthday.

Epstein Theatre Daniel Taylor takes the stage in this part concert and part biographical show, featuring 31 John Lennon and Lennon/McCartney hits.

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Derby Meet & Greet

Bierkeller A chance to meet Liverpool and Everton legends before the 225th Merseyside derby including Dietmar Hamann and Graeme Sharp. £5 of the £30 ticket price goes towards The Oliver King Foundation which raises awareness of Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS).

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Mark Thomas: Trespass

Playhouse Mark Thomas brings his usual mix of stand-up, activism, journalism, theatre and mayhem to Liverpool as he asks ‘how do we turn skyscrapers and corporate squares into our playgrounds?’

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Festival organisers also teamed up with Liverpool Mental Health Consortium to incorporate the spectacular Mad Pride in 2016.

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St George’s Hall Kicking off with a vocal warm-up, this event will see the 1975 cult classic get the Sing-a-Long-a treatment as the film showing includes on-screen lyrics. There will also be a fancy dress competition.

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Shakespeare Live! From the RSC

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An Evening with Chris Cleave

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The Bluetones

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Picturehouse at FACT A show screened live from Stratford-upon-Avon to mark the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s death. David Tennant hosts the event, with a star cast including Dame Judy Dench and Tim Minchin.

Oh Me Oh My Best-selling and award-winning author Chris Cleave visits the Water Street venue to discuss his new Second World War-era novel, ‘Everyone Brave Is Forgiven’.

Arts Club Following the success of the Brit Pop era band’s th 20 anniversary tour last September, frontman Mark Morriss and the band will be heading to the city on a new run of shows. Support will come from The Miracle Glass Company.

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This year the exhibition will run simultaneo usly at Huyton Gallery and Kirkby Gallery for the first time.

O2 Academy 2 Liverpool With six albums under their belts and a soundtrack to video game ‘No Man’s Sky’, Sheffield quartet 65daysofstatic prepare to bring their captivating live show to the Liverpool stage.

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