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Commercial Appeal The trendy eateries heading to Liverpool’s business district

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INSIDE OLYMPIC INTERIORS BARBECUE HOTSPOTS PANAM’S 15TH BIRTHDAY

Holiday hosting

City property owners benefit from Airbnb

LIVERPOOL’S JUDE KELLY: A LEADER OF BRITAIN’S ARTS

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A simply irresistible home.

House of the week Plot 288 - The Maple 3 bedroom home only ÂŁ137,996 with Help to Buy Full purchase price ÂŁ172,495

Freehold No annual ground rent to pay.

Stamp duty and legal fees paid

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CONTENTS

EDITOR’S LETTER The summer holiday season is underway, but it’s not all about saving for a sunshine escape.

For many property owners, it’s also a prime time to reap the benefits that the wealth of tourists taking a break in the Liverpool City Region can bring.

Our Hot Topic explores the presence holiday rental sites like Airbnb have in the region, which areas are in demand for accommodation and why it’s proving to be a lucrative option for those with homes to let.

Plus we look at the latest buzz in Liverpool’s commercial district and why some of the city’s popular eateries are targeting the area for their next venture.

We also catch up with one of the most prominent women in the country’s arts scene, Liverpool-born Jude Kelly, to find out how the city provided her with a foundation for success; and our Go Liverpool guide will keep you busy for the coming months.

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Market highlights Beautifully beamed homes for sale in Merseyside

26 ON THE COVER Hot Topic The city region’s ongoing popularity and benefits of holiday rental accommodation

45 Interiors Sporting items for the home as excitement builds for the Rio Olympics 46 ON THE COVER Talent Prominent arts leader, Liverpool-born Jude Kelly talks about her hometown’s cultural scene and inspiring other women 49 Food & Drink Sizzling barbecue hotspots and a Pattersons review

35 News Countryside Properties educates Kirkby schoolchildren on health and safety

50 ON THE COVER Commercial Appeal Why Liverpool’s thriving independent eateries are looking to the business district for their next venture

43 Property Perspectives Expert insight from industry professionals

53 Streetlife PANAM celebrates its 15th birthday in style

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MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

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ÂŁ220,000

COWYN COURT LIVERPOOL L The charming open plan living area of this two-bedroom Halewood home retains striking features from its previous use as a barn, sporting stripped solid wood flooring and magnificent vaulted ceilings.

Situated in a large private courtyard, a stunning spiral staircase greets visitors on entry, setting the tone for this unique property which possesses a fitted kitchen complete with a range cooker.

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ÂŁ750,000 SOUTH ROAD LIVERPOOL L A beautiful wooden beamed ceiling dominates the dining room of this spacious five-bedroom detached Grassendale Park home.

Set on a double plot totaling half an acre of land; a recently refitted kitchen, a family bathroom and a classically styled summer house are among the stand-out features of this Victorian villa.

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ÂŁ385,000 PRIESTHOUSE LANE FORMBY L Packed full of character, this thatched cottage has some truly exceptional features and none more so than in its magnificent lounge, which boasts a stunning vaulted beamed ceiling.

Elsewhere, an attractive south-facing garden to the rear of this three-bedroom home offers the perfect spot to while away a long summer’s day.

ABODE /

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W E NERIC P

W NE

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OIRO £699,950

£695,000

£550,000

£550,000

DRUIDSVILLE ROAD, L18 Modern detached, accommodation over three floors, five bedrooms over two floors, EPC D

WOOLTON PARK, L25 Detached dormer bungalow, formal lounge, dining area & study, fitted kitchen, five bedrooms, EPC E

INGLEDENE ROAD, L18 Semi detached family residence, impecably presented throughout, ergonomic, EPC D

OLD HALL COURT, L12 Exclusive detached house, set out over three floors, five bedrooms, lounge & dining room, modern kitchen, EPC D W E NERIC P

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£525,000

£525,000

£434,995

£356,000

AIGBURTH ROAD, L17 Detached, four double bedrooms, dining room, sitting room, morning room, fitted kitchen, EPC D

QUARRY STREET, L25 Detached residence, open plan reception hall, lounge, integrated kitchen, dining room & sitting room, EPC D

MATHER AVENUE, L18 Detached, four bedrooms, lounge, open plan living space, dining room, kitchen, utility room, EPC B

GRANGE LANE, L25 Detached house, extended & improved, dining room & lounge, ground floor wc, dining kitchen, EPC F

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£349,950

£340,000

£310,000

£299,995

GRASSENDALE ROAD, L19 Detached, three/four bedrooms, sitting room, study, utilities room, formal lounge, breakfast kitchen, EPC D

BELVOIR ROAD, L18 Detached house, ground floor cloakroom/wc, lounge, sitting room & dining room, fitted kitchen, EPC E

GATEACRE PARK DRIVE, L25 Detached bungalow, two double bedrooms, breakfast kitchen, modernised throughout, full rewire, EPC D

GREEN LANE, L18 Period terrace, four spacious bedrooms, lounge, dining room & morning room, fitted dining kitchen, EPC F W E NERIC P

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£299,950

£295,000

£275,000

£255,000

SOUTH BARCOMBE ROAD, L16 Semi detached, extended, four bedrooms, extended rear dining room, formal lounge, kitchen, EPC E

MOSSLEY HILL DRIVE, L17 Top floor apartment, three bedrooms, open plan dining room to kitchen, three balconies, EPC awaited

SOUTH SUDLEY ROAD, L19 Semi detached, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, dining kitchen, family bathroom, EPC awaited

CLEVELEY ROAD, L18 Mid town house, utility, lounge, open plan dining room & kitchen, four bedrooms, EPC D

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£235,000

£182,950

£174,950

£170,000

YE PRIORY COURT, L25 Mid town house, open plan lounge & dining room, modern fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC

BARFORD ROAD, L25 Extended semi detached, lounge, dining room, kitchen & store room, three bedrooms, EPC C

HAYLES GREEN, L25 Extended semi detached house, rear lounge, sitting room, extended kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC E

CRANTOCK CLOSE, L26 Extended semi detached house, lounge, dining room, conservatory, fitted kitchen, four bedrooms, EPC C W NE

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£160,000

OIEO £150,000

£131,950

£130,000

ALEXANDRA DRIVE, L17 Top floor apartment, in need of some modernisation, two bedrooms, spacious lounge & kitchen, EPC D

PARKFIELD ROAD, L17 First floor apartment, two double bedrooms, spacious lounge, modern kitchen, ensuite shower room, EPC D

ETON COURT, L18 First floor apartment, two double bedrooms, generous lounge, balcony, well presented kitchen, EPC C

WENLOCK DRIVE, L26 Extended semi detached house, lounge, dining kitchen, conservatory, three bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D

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£129,950

£125,000

£125,000

£121,000

WENLOCK COURT, L26 Semi detached bungalow, lounge, ample space for casual dining, modern & fitted kitchen, utility, EPC E

THE SPINNAKERS, L19 Second floor apartment, spacious lounge, dining kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom, EPC C

LEE PARK AVENUE, L25 Mid town house, lounge, modern kitchen, utility room, three bedrooms, modern bathroom, EPC D

CALTHORPE STREET, L19 Mid terraced property, lounge & dining area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC D

W E NERIC P

W NE

£110,000

£85,000

£65,000

£55,000

GARMOYLE ROAD, L15 Mid terraced, in need of some modernsiation, two bedrooms, lounge, sitting room, kitchen, EPC D

WOODCROFT ROAD, L15 Mid terraced property, lounge & dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC E

LITTLE HEATH ROAD, L24 Mid terraced property, lounge, open plan dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC C

BARTLETT STREET, L15 Mid terraced, in need of upgrade & modernisation, two double bedrooms, lounge, dining room, EPC D

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£665,000

£405,000

£275,000

£275,000

PERCY STREET, L8 Georgian town house, grade ii listed, four bedrooms, three reception rooms, kitchen/ diner, EPC E

ALBERT DOCK, L3 Stunning second floor apartment, abundance of charm and character, secure allocated parking

BROOK STREET, L3 Luxury 33rd floor apartment, two double bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite shower room/wc, EPC B

WILLIAM JESSOP WAY, L3 Stunning two bedroom penthouse apartment, fantastic city and river views, balcony, EPC C

£249,950

OIEO £185,000

OIEO £165,000

£125,000

ALEXANDRA MOUNT, L21 Semi detached house, six spacious bedrooms, well maintained front and rear garden, garage, EPC D

OXFORD AVENUE, L20 Substantial semi detached house, no chain, four/five bathrooms, driveway and rear garden, EPC F

HENRY STREET, L1 Penthouse apartment, two bedroom duplex, no chain, award winning development, fantastic views, EPC C

CONCERT STREET, L1 Purpose built apartment, two double bedrooms, spacious accomodation, allocated parking, no chain, EPC C

OIEO £110,000

OIEO £100,000

£97,000

£89,950

WOOD STREET, L1 Stunning one bedroom apartment, fantastic city & river views, 5th floor, balcony, double glazed, EPC B

THE COLLEGIATE, L6 Spacious ground floor apartment, pacious open plan living room/kitchen, double bedroom, EPC C

MARINERS WHARF, L3 Studio apartment, offered without chain, spacious open plan living room/bedroom, allocated parking, EPC D

JACOB STREET, L8 Extended mid terraced property, two bedrooms, well presented throughout, extended kitchen, EPC E

OIRO £85,000

£75,000

£69,950

£37,500

BELLAMY ROAD, L4 End terraced property, three bedrooms, well presented throughout, through lounge, conservatory, EPC D

HENRY STREET, L1 Shared ownership, spacious studio apartment, shared ownership, well presented throughout, EPC B

DALE STREET, L2 Studio apartment, no chain, popular city location, full height sash windows, central heating, EPC F

STONEHILL STREET, L4 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, through lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D

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W NE

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£219,950

£199,950

£159,995

£129,950

EDGEMOOR ROAD, L12 extended semi detached house, three bedrooms & loft conversion, lounge & dining room, dining EPC awaited

YEW TREE LANE, L12 semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, extended dining kitchen, conservatory, EPC D

ROEMARSH CLOSE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, open plan kitchen diner, office & utility room, bathroom/wc, EPC C

ROBERT GROVE, L12 End terraced house, lounge & dining room, kitchen, playroom/study, conservatory, EPC awaited

W E NERIC P

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£119,950

£95,000

£94,995

DEYSBROOK LANE, L12 End terraced cottage, three bedrooms, lounge, breakfast kitchen, ground floor shower/wc, EPC E

PARTHENON DRIVE, L11 End terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, gardens, EPC C

LEWISHAM ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, ground floor wc, bathroom/wc, EPC C

CASPIAN ROAD, L4 Semi detached house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, wet room/wc, no chain involved, EPC D

£89,950

£82,500

£74,995

£65,950

BARLOWS LANE, L9 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, gardens, EPC C

OXFORD ROAD, L36 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, conservatory bathroom/wc, EPC D

ARMLEY ROAD, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room & kitchen, utility room, bathroom/wc, EPC D

STONEBRIDGE LANE, L11 End terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, breakfast kitchen, bathroom/wc, no chain involved, EPC D

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£124,995

W NE

W NE

W NE

£64,950

£60,000

£45,000

£39,950

ELPHIN GROVE, L4 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge open plan to dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D

HEBDEN ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, extended kitchen, shower room/wc, EPC E

LOWELL STREET, L4 Terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC D

CHERRY LANE, L4 Ground floor apartment, one bedroom, lounge, kitchen, shower room/wc, double glazed windows, EPC E

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Going Going Gone July auction results

£3.5M IN SALES AND RISING

View our full auction results and available lots

75% OF LOTS SOLD

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268 Stanley Road, Bootle, Merseyside L20 3ER

114 Bridge Road, Litherland, Liverpool L21 8NT

Flats 1, 2 & 4, 22 Croxteth Grove, Liverpool L8 0RX

Flats 3 & 5, 22 Croxteth Grove, Liverpool L8 0RX

56–70 Conwy Drive, Liverpool L6 5JP

23 Snowberry Road, Liverpool L14 8XN

Guide price £45,000+

Guide price £90,000+

Guide price £50,000+

Guide price £40,000– £45,000

1 Arrowe View, Arrowe Park Road, Wirral CH49 0UR

Guide price £90,000+

Guide price £90,000+

115/117 Windsor Street, Liverpool L8 8EF

Guide price £35,000– £45,000

Guide price £45,000– £50,000

NOW INVITING ENTRIES FOR OUR NEXT AUCTION Date: 15th September Venue: 12 Noon, Crowne Plaza L3 1QW Catalogue closes: 19th August

EARLY INSTRU CTION = EXTEN DE MARKET D ING!

For a FREE market appraisal call 0151 207 6315

Call our friendly and helpful team

James Kersh Bsc (Hons) MRICS Auction Director james@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Cathy Holt MNAEA Associate Director cathy.holt@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Katie Donohue Bsc (Hons) MNAVA Auction Valuer katie@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Vikki Kenyon Auction Administrator victoria.kenyon@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Shannen Woods Auction Administrator shannen@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Elle Benson Auction Administrator elle.benson@ suttonkersh.co.uk

Paul Holt Auction Viewer paul.holt@ suttonkersh.co.uk

*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.

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We are looking for a self-motivated, sales driven negotiator to join our established team of property professionals in West Derby Village.

We are proud of our high customer satisfaction levels, so naturally you will be customer focused with excellent customer service skills. You will be motivated to succeed and Mann Island

£875pcm

Luxury furnished two bedroom apartment, waterfront location, concierge service, entrance hall, reception open to kitchen/dining area, three piece bathroom, three piece en-suite shower room, utility/laundry cupboard, terrace overlooking courtyard, Upvc DG, EH

Sunbourne Road

£750pcm

Unfurnished terrace, three storey building, generous room sizes, four bedrooms, two receptions, large newly fitted kitchen/diner, three piece family bathroom with shower over bath, DG, GCHS

will have strong negotiation skills. Previous experience in a fast paced sales environment is preferred but not essential, as is a good local knowledge of the property market in and around the West Derby area.

You must have a full, clean UK driving license.

Working hours are Monday - Friday 9:00am to 5:30pm (with a 1 hour lunch break) and alternate Saturdays 9.00am to 12:00pm.

The position will be a fixed term contract, subject to satisfactory completion of a three month probationary period.

Salary is negotiable, depending on ability and experience.

Hey Park

£575pcm

Maberley View

£525pcm

Unfurnished end terrace, through reception, kitchen/diner, two double bedrooms, single bedroom, three piece bathroom with shower over the bath, gardens, d/way parking, DG, GCHS

Unfurnished modern apartment, open plan lounge/kitchen, double bedroom, single bedroom and three piece bathroom with shower over bath, DG, EH, entry system, private car parking

Alderson Road

Lowbridge Court

£500pcm

Unfurnished first floor apartment, lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms, three piece bathroom with shower over bath, DG, EH, entry system, private car parking

Seaforth Road

Croxteth Hall Lane

£350pcm

depending on performance.

Please send your CV to ruth.ledson@northwooduk.com

£475pcm

Unfurnished terraced property, two reception rooms, kitchen, three bedrooms, three piece family bathroom with shower over bath, DG, GCHS

Unfurnished terraced property, vestibule, reception, kitchen/diner, three piece family bathroom with shower over bath, rear yard, DG, GCHS

There is potential to earn significant commission and bonus

£475pcm

Unfurnished terraced cottage, reception, fitted kitchen/diner, two bedrooms, three piece family bathroom, large rear garden, DG, GCHS

15-17 West Derby Village, Liverpool, L12 5HJ

t: 0151 256 1035 www.northwooduk.com

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W NE ICE PR

Orchard Dell Cottage, Hale Village, L24

Offers Over £650,000

£440,000 Dunbabin Road, Wavertree, L15

Queens Drive, Mossley Hill, L18

W NE ICE PR

Aldbourne Avenue, Woolton, L25

£499,950

• Four Bedroom Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen • Snooker Room

Offers Over £390,000

Garston Old Road, Garston, L19

Offers Over £300,000

• Highly Sought After South Liverpool Location • Four Bedroom Double Fronted Detached Property • Boasting an Array of Original Features and Character • Three Spacious Reception Rooms & Kitchen/Breakfast Room

• Outstanding Detached Property • Four Bedroom Plus Study Room • Two Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

• 6 Bedroom Semi Detached • 4 Reception Rooms • Ground Floor Bathroom • Good Size Bedrooms

W NE ICE PR

Offers Over £290,000 Boxwood Close, Roby, L36

• 4 Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Open Plan Dining Room • Orangery • Modern Kitchen

Appletree Close, Allerton, L18

Offers Over £500,000

• 6 Bedroom Semi Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Plus Reception Hall • Double Bedrooms Throughout

• 4 Bedroom Former Gardeners Cottage • Approximately 200 Years Old • Character Features Throughout • Secluded Woodland Location

Church Road, Wavertree, L15

Aigburth Road, Aigburth, L19

W NE

Offers Over £280,000

• Three Bedroom Detached & Modern En Suite • Cul De Sac Location • Immaculate Throughout • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Offers Over £265,000

• 3 Bedroom Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Conservatory • Modern Kitchen

Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18 • New Build Development • Help To Buy Available • 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • High Specification

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Silverton Road, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £275,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms & Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room • Family Bathroom & Ground Floor WC • Sought After Location

£275,000

Rodick Street, Woolton, L25

Offers Over £265,000

• Highly sought after South Liverpool location • Located within the heart of Woolton Village • Superbly presented throughout • Unique Three Bedroom Detached Property

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Purley Grove, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £230,000

Quebec Quay, City Centre, L3

£230,000

• Outstanding 2 Bedroom Apartment • River Views • Sought After Development • Secure Parking

• 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen/Dining Room • Outstanding Throughout

Ashdale Road, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £225,000

• Outstanding 4 Bedroom Mid Terrace • Immaculate Throughout • Sought After Location • Nearby Local Amenities

W NE ICE PR

North Road, Cressington, L19

Offers Over £200,000

Bancroft Close, Woolton, L25

£200,000 Quebec Quay, City Centre, L3

• Well Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L25 Location • Three Bedroom Semi-Detached • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

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

Ventnor Road, Wavertree, L15

£185,000

• 3 bedroom Extended Semi Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Gardens Front, Side and Rear

Mannering Road, Aigburth, L17

£190,000

• Outstanding 2 Bedroom Apartment • Sought After Development • Secure Parking • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room

Offers Over £150,000

Brambling Park, Halewood Village, L26

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£315,000

• Spectacular views • One of the biggest plots in the close • Four good sized bedrooms • Potential for extensions

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£295,000

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• Originally Four bedrooms • Character property • Good sized sunny garden • Garage

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£225,000

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WITH A DIVERSE RANGE OF PREMIUM AND AFFORDABLE OFFERINGS HOLIDAY RENTAL ACCOMMODATION SITES ARE PROVING PARTICULARLY ATTRACTIVE IN THE LIVERPOOL CITY REGION YOUR MOVE EXPLORES WHAT KIND OF PROPERTIES ARE AVAILABLE THE FACTORS INFLUENCING DEMAND AND WHY INVESTORS ARE INCREASINGLY LOOKING AT THE AREA AS A DESTINATION FOR THEIR NEXT VENTURE

Nationally, holiday rental accommodation sites such as Airbnb, HomeAway and Holiday Lettings have made substantial progress as they are becoming increasingly synonymous with travel.

These sites have two principal aims; firstly to provide travellers with an alternative form of accommodation and, secondly, to generate bookings for property owners.

Such enhancements in travel accommodation have enabled global exposure for property owners and have essentially allowed them to become ‘micro-entrepreneurs’ as part of a growing network around the world.

WHAT IS AVAILABLE?

The Liverpool City Region offers an eclectic mix of properties which are advertised on holiday rental accommodation sites. From conventional properties like houses and apartments to more unconventional homes away from home including canal boats located in Albert Dock, the region’s offerings is diverse.

According to Airbnb’s data, the average price per night for properties in Liverpool city centre is £113, rising to £123 around the prominent waterfront destinations of Albert Dock and Strand Street.

Outside of Liverpool itself, Sefton’s average rents per night fall to £51 and in Knowsley and Wirral, owners can expect to generate an average of £55, with a slightly higher average of £57 in St Helens.

In terms of affordability Liverpool city centre has both premium offerings and cheaper alternatives, ranging from the three-bed duplex apartments on Sir Thomas Street (£595) and Albert Dock (£575) at the higher end, to the single and double rooms providing a cheaper alternative, with city centre double room apartments priced as low as £30.

“The bliss point seems to be one or two-bed apartments, which is a happy medium,” says Matt Coughlan, founder of Liverpool and Manchester based Airbnb property management firm Smooth Rentals.

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HOLIDAY RENTALS

property owners to generate a tax-free income of earnings up to £7,500. Such incentives have attracted international investors who are looking to Liverpool.

“I get a lot of calls from investors, specifically from the United Arab Emirates, Greece and France who are interested in purchasing property in the city with the sole purpose of listing it on a holiday rental accommodation site,” says Matt.

As savvy local and international buyers have poured their money into Liverpool City Region property, Matt has been pleasantly surprised with the growth of Airbnb in the area and what this means for his business.

“When I first set up the business I thought it would just be for people listing properties in the city but it’s interesting that people are going down this route,” he says.

DRIVING DEMAND

INVESTMENT POTENTIAL

Listing properties on holiday rental sites is proving to be particularly attractive as it could allow owners to earn double what they would have earned by letting their property to more traditional long-term tenants. Opportunities also exist for owners to triple and even quadruple their rental income during summer.

“A one-bed studio apartment in Liverpool, where guests have the entire property to themselves, may generate £70 to £100 per night,” says Matt.

“For a two-bed apartment you may be paying £80 to £120 per night in Liverpool city centre.

I would expect a minimum of £1,300 to be generated at Airbnb properties per month and a minimum of £15,600 per year.

“Two-bed apartments have the potential to generate upwards of £16,000 per year, based on a rent of £70 per night and a 20-night stay.

“The average occupancy over the course of the year is 60%, based on these figures.”

The returns to investors have coincided with changes in public policy. The Rent a Room relief, which was phased in on 6 April 2016, has allowed

BENEFITTING THE CITY REGION

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Tourism in Liverpool is going from strength to strength and this is reflected in the region’s growth on Airbnb

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Demand for holiday rental accommodation is primarily driven by location, tourism, rents commanded and the convenience of shopping facilities.

The figures for the Liverpool City Region in each of its boroughs demonstrate that rents are highest around Liverpool city centre and the tourism hub of Albert Dock.

However, other up-and-coming areas are proving particularly promising.

“There is strong demand in areas like Smithdown Road and London Road near to the theatres, universities and hospitals,” says Matt who believes these areas have potential.

Additionally, with TripAdvisor naming Liverpool the third best UK Tourist Destination in 2016, “tourism in Liverpool is going from strength to strength and this is reflected in the region’s growth on Airbnb,” according to Joe Davies, co-founder of Host-So-Simple, a Liverpool-based property management firm.

Consumer preferences have also contributed to the relative success of holiday rental accommodation sites in the region.

“Those wanting a cheap city break who are booking last minute or booking in advance and looking for a good deal are behind why Airbnb, for example, has been performing well in the city region,” adds Matt.

In addition to the returns for private property owners, the presence of holiday rental homes in the Liverpool City Region is bringing external benefits to nearby shops, restaurants and local attractions.

Businesses can exploit the strong demand from guests as they look to make their visit more authentic.

“A recent study found Airbnb guests, for example, spend up to two times more and stay for twice as long compared to hotel use,” says Joe, who emphasises the importance of this for local firms.

GROWTH AND THE FUTURE

It’s clear there is still room for more holiday rental accommodation in the Liverpool City Region.

Liverpool remains far behind other prominent cities in the UK on holiday rental accommodation sites. Having between 250 and 300 listings on Airbnb and just over 100 on HomeAway, Liverpool City Region’s presence in the sector has spare capacity and currently only represents 1% of the London market equivalent.

“The city centre still has lots of potential as the market is not yet saturated,” says Joe. However, once market saturation occurs, the excess supply of holiday rental accommodation will stall any further gains for property owners due to competitive pressures.

“We will begin to see outer town suburbs around Lark Lane and Smithdown Road start to gain popularity as a more budget option,” he adds.

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NEWS COUNTRYSIDE TEACHES KIRKBY KIDS VALUABLE HEALTH AND SAFETY LESSON Schoolchildren in Kirkby have been given an important lesson in health and safety from housebuilder Countryside.

The company, which is building 583 new homes on sites throughout Knowsley, paid a visit to both Saints Peter and Paul Primary School and St Laurence’s Primary School to educate pupils on the potential dangers of a live building site.

Saints Peter and Paul is the nearest school to Countryside’s Highfield Green development in Kirkby, which is due to launch later this month.

Colin Murray, regional health and safety manager at Countryside, says: “We wanted to engage the children by bringing an element of fun to the presentations, whilst keeping in mind the very serious message that we’re trying to communicate.”

Joanna Mousley, headteacher at Saints Peter and Paul Primary School, adds: “We know that children’s curious minds can sometimes lead to dangerous situations, but it was evident from the

Schoolchildren were given vital health and safety information ahead of the summer break

interactive Q&A session that the children had taken in all of the information.”

Highfield Green will comprise 200 new homes, with a selection of three-bedroom properties to be made available through the government’s Help to Buy scheme.

Working in partnership with Knowsley Council, Countryside is also set to launch new developments in Halewood, Huyton and Prescot.

For more information visit www.countrysideproperties.com/new-homes.

VIRGIN MEDIA ADDED TO GROWING LANDLORD SHOW LINE-UP Representatives from Virgin Media will be on hand to offer expert advice alongside a range of fellow exhibitors including Karl Tatler, Reeds Rains City Living and Kirwans Solicitors.

Taking place at Exhibition Centre Liverpool on the city’s waterfront, the free show is being sponsored by Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors and will bring experts from all aspects of the industry together under one roof.

Exhibition Centre Liverpool will host this A programme of expert-led year’s Landlord and Property Show seminars will also provide further up to date industry Virgin Media has become the latest name to insight throughout the event, which is sign up for this year’s Merseyside Landlord Merseyside’s only dedicated landlord show. and Property Show.

For more information about this year’s The telecommunications giant is among a Merseyside Landlord and Property Show, growing list of exhibitors confirmed for the 22 and to download your free ticket, log on to October event, which will provide free advice and www.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com. information to new and experienced landlords.

BREXIT COULD PUT BUYERS IN ‘STRONGER POSITION THAN EVER BEFORE’ The UK’s decision to leave the European Union could put home buyers in a “stronger position than ever before,” according to a Liverpool property lawyer.

Mike Ogden, solicitor at law firm Kirwans, believes uncertainty surrounding the country’s economic state means sellers may have to consider accepting lower offers or risk losing sales.

He says: “Speculation around interest rate cuts and further drops in property values could cause some buyers to wait before making a property purchase.

“However this may also put potential sellers off from putting their house on the market, leading to less choice in properties available.

“Those thinking of buying may like to consider whether those factors combined could put them in a strong position to buy right now.

“Brexit negotiations could drag on for years, while their perfect property may already be on the market with a seller who might be completely realistic about the challenges of making a sale.”

Mike Ogden, solicitor at Kirwans

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NEWS Few homes remain at in-demand Garston development Just a few homes remain at Lovell’s South Liverpool scheme following demand for properties to be snapped up off-plan.

Such is the interest in the Affinity at Church Fields development that several early bird reservations are said to have already been made for houses in the next phase which is yet to be released.

Lovell puts the strong interest down to the even stronger local property market, with house sale prices in Garston rising 10% in the last year according to Land Registry figures obtained by the housebuilder.

Anne-Marie O’Doherty, field sales manager for Lovell, says: “Having almost sold all of the homes in our current phase, coupled with securing several early bird reservations on homes yet to be released, I would encourage first-time buyers, couples and young families to take advantage of the final properties on release.”

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A summer barbecue brought a successful start to a line-up of events for residents at The Keel.

Tenants at the PRS (private rented sector) development on Liverpool’s Queens Dock soaked up the warm weather as the event took place within one of the site’s communal outdoor areas.

Food and drinks sourced from local businesses such as the Liverpool Cheese Company were served up during the barbecue, as The Keel’s property managers Touchstone look to promote and support companies in the area and also create a

community environment.

Stephen Rogers, portfolio manager at Touchstone, says: “To kick things off we hosted an onsite summer BBQ event which was a huge success with all our customers.

“Future events and services are to follow, including free personal training sessions, wine tasting and a car valet service.”

Residents of the 240apartment complex can find out more about events and services on The Keel’s Twitter page, @TheKeelUK. For further details about The Keel visit www.thekeel-liverpool.co.uk.

BRIDGING FINANCE SOLUTIONS EXPANDS ITS TEAM Merseyside lender Bridging Finance Solutions (BFS) is welcoming a new addition to its team as it continues to expand its business.

The firm, which provides short-term finance to clients including individuals, property developers and investors, has appointed Sue Barron to join its business development team.

Sue, who previously worked with NatWest bank for 30 years, will focus on helping the Wirral-based team to grow its client base beyond the region.

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“Finance is no longer a one size fits all offering – there are alternative options available that can support a wider deal or transaction and people are becoming increasingly switched on to this.”

Steve Barber, managing director of BFS, adds: “The appointment of Sue is a real coup for us.

She is a well-respected figure in banking and has vast knowledge of the sector.

“We are aiming for geographical coverage in terms of business development at BFS in the coming two years and this latest development takes us a step further in achieving this.”

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NEWS REDWING LIVING TO SPONSOR NWPAS BEST STUDENT LANDLORD AWARD Redwing Living is the latest category sponsor to sign up for this year’s prestigious NWPAs. The firm, part of the Regenda Group, will back the Best Student Landlord category at the glittering event, which will take place on 20 October.

Held at Lutyens Crypt in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, the ceremony will celebrate a year of success across the North West’s residential and commercial property sectors.

Industry excellence will be rewarded through a total of 12 categories, and organisers are said to have been “overwhelmed” with the number of entries as companies had until 7 July to submit their achievements and projects for consideration.

The Best Student Landlord award will be given to a North West landlord who can show outstanding service and accommodation for their student tenants as well as a scheme which showcases imaginative and functional use of space.

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provider, Redwing Living says: “Redwing Living is very happy to support the best of North West property development. Students bring an upbeat cultural contribution to the region so our category is interesting.

“We’re looking forward to seeing the highlights of good landlord practice and meeting the winners.”

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

MSB Solicitors, Redrow Homes Lancashire and North West, Paul Crowley & Co, UK Business Supplies, The Foundry Agency, Elliot Group, Bridging Finance Solutions, Yu Property Group, Countryside and PCS Law will join Redwing Living as category sponsors.

Furnish That Room and Precision Colour Printing will sponsor the drinks reception during the event.

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DEVELOPER LOOKS TO BUILD ON SUCCESSFUL SIX MONTHS

Forth Homes’ Melling Road development

Merseyside housing developer Forth Homes has enjoyed a successful six months of sales and new projects.

The firm has rounded the first half of 2016 off with the sale of the final remaining plot at its Melling Road site in Aintree, just 12 months after building got underway at the site.

The sale agreement also comes after all plots were snapped up at Forth Homes’ development on

Glenwyllin Road in Waterloo and further homes have been sold at Woodhaven Close in West Derby.

With just a few units now remaining across current schemes which are underway at Hall Road East in Blundellsands, Moorgate Avenue in Crosby and Booker Avenue in Allerton, Forth Homes is now looking to keep its momentum going with further new projects.

Looking to the future, a spokesperson for Forth Homes says: “We are actively looking for new potential development land to build on next year in addition to our proposed 60 units we have across a number of developments due to commence in the summer.

“We would welcome the opportunity to discuss potential land acquisitions if any land agents or landowners have sites across the North West and beyond that they are looking to move on.”

For further information about Forth Homes visit www.forth-homes.com.

Brexit is “driving interest in the market and increasing the level of sales” according to a Liverpool property auctioneer.

Sutton Kersh’s July event generated more than £4 million in sales, with more than £1m of the total being achieved prior to the auction itself, prompting the firm to suggest the EU referendum result is having a limited impact on the property market.

Following the sale Cathy Holt, associate director of auctions at Sutton Kersh, says: “Bidding was strong and we saw several properties go for well above the guide price. In total we also sold 70% of the 90 lots at auction.

“There’s been a lot of talk in the property sector over the impact of Brexit on property sales, but sales showed no signs of flagging this auction, with bidding fierce on a number of properties, and sales still strong across the board.

“If anything the results of Brexit, with rumours that the Bank of England will drop the base rate, is driving interest in the market and increasing the level of sales.”

Highlights of the July auction included three self-contained flats on Croxteth Grove which exceeded the £90,000 guide price to bring in £120,000.

Eight studio flats in Fairfield, which had a guide price of £90,000 and potential to generate an annual rental income of £47,000, also attracted a higher total of £128,000, while a cleared site on Windsor Street close to Princess and Sefton Park almost doubled its £35,000 to sell for £60,000.

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The third thing is the warmth of the welcome. Liverpool people really are affectionate and chatty. The hosts here are wonderful, it doesn't feel corporate. When you go to some of these other international conferences it can all feel so professional but cold. We set out to be professional but human and warm.

I’m certainly having discussions about coming back next year. I feel very loyal to this and I think it's an outstanding idea which can keep building.

How did growing up here in Liverpool shape your career in the arts?

I was in Liverpool all the way through my childhood and teenage years and it has given me so much which I have been able to build on for my future. I now just really want to do the same and give something back.

I did so many things in Liverpool, both as a child and as a teenager.

When I was a little girl I went to ballet classes on Upper Parliament Street and saw my first play at the Everyman. By the time I was a

teenager I was hanging around the Philharmonic pub, singing backing vocals with Adrian Henri and that crowd.

One of the most wonderful memories I have is going on rainy Sundays to the museum and seeing this giant crab! You know, things that you remember forever.

How has Liverpool’s cultural offering changed since your childhood here?

Liverpool, of course, went through a period where it was really challenged - challenged economically, challenged politically and it was challenged in its very soul I think, in terms of its confidence. A huge amount has changed since that point, sometimes you have to get to the bottom to find out what you’re fighting for.

I now think Liverpool has a really rich cultural life again but it can still strengthen it.

We’ve got the Tate, the Everyman, the Playhouse, FACT and many great things but I think you’ve always got to attend to the ecosystem. It’s about allowing the small things to grow and it’s about opportunities at educational level for children to feel that their imagination really counts.

I think it’s so important that Liverpool recognises that its cultural offering for its own people makes it possible for them to think ‘the world is my oyster here’.

You don't want to feel as though you have to leave your city to experience life. Your city has to give you life and I think Liverpool does that for people but needs to do more of it.

Will the result of the recent EU referendum affect the arts here in the UK? It could definitely affect the Southbank Centre.

There is a huge number of European people working in the Southbank Centre and all over the arts and there is a huge number of Brits working all over Europe. If you start saying people have to leave or come back then it will definitely change a lot of things. At the moment we do some big programmes with Europe and they would maybe have to come to an end.

As a nation we’re no less creative today than we were before voting to leave the EU. We are still as creative, as dynamic and as exciting but it definitely sends a message to Europe that we’re more insular than I think we are or want to be.

Men dominate positions at the top of many of the UK’s major art and cultural institutions. Do you feel a certain sense of responsibility as a female in charge of the Southbank Centre?

If you’re in a position like I am as a woman, I feel I do have a responsibility to help the next generation of girls and women because someone got girls the vote - I didn't, someone got girls an education - I didn't, so what can I do?

When I was little I couldn't look around and see any women directors of plays, which is what I wanted to do. I couldn't see any women at the top of organisations apart from Indira Gandhi who was Prime Minister of India and Golda Meir who was the Prime Minister of Israel.

It was very strange because it made you think ‘Are we not allowed? Are we not welcome?’.

Gradually you realise there are historical reasons and then you start saying, ‘I’m going to get past these reasons’.

Girls must be helped to realise that their potential is not contained within an idea or that they need to be as great as they can be for second best. They need to feel they can be as great as they can be, full stop.

“WHEN I WAS LITTLE I COULDN’T LOOK AROUND AND SEE ANY WOMEN DIRECTORS OF PLAYS, WHICH IS WHAT I WANTED TO DO.”

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BARBECUE With the warm weather finally arriving, it’s the perfect time to think about firing up the barbecue and enjoying some tasty grilled grub with friends.

If forging up a feast isn’t your forte, we’ve hand-picked three of the best ways to get your fork into some flavoursome barbecued food across the region.

THE AMERICAN DREAM Hickory’s Smokehouse, West Kirby Using authentic American barbecues imported straight from Memphis, Tennessee, Hickory’s brings a taste of the US barbecue belt straight to your plate.

This humble yet inviting restaurant prides itself on its slowly smoked meats that lie right at the heart of the menu. Don’t miss its milkshakes and authentic American cocktail menu.

AN EYE FOR A PIE Graham Eyes High Class Butchers, Southport Whether you’re looking to feed a family of four or 5,000, this Churchtown institution offers a variety of quality meats for every occasion.

From award-winning sausages and pies to all-inclusive barbecue packages - this place has it all… and yes, they deliver!

LET THERE BE MEAT Constellations, Greenland Street

Throughout the summer months this popular Baltic Triangle hangout serves up the trendiest BBQ in town in its awardwinning garden from midday till sundown.

Expect a wide array of burgers, flatbreads and sharing platters crammed full of classic cookout creations.

PATTERSONS Gradwell Street, L1 Pattersons is the type of place where you can imagine the cool kids from a late ‘80s cult film would hang out.

Heavily influenced by American pop culture, its vibe is skate-park turned restaurant. Comic strip inspired artwork lines the walls and provides an industrial backdrop to the otherwise plush velvet booths.

As a nod to the millennials setting up shop there, the walls beside every table are fitted with power sockets and USB ports which can be used to charge phones or laptops.

It was to the music of Drake which we ordered our cocktails - a Ready or Not (£6.50) and an Electric Relaxation (£7). The Ready or Not - a refreshing mix of gin, elderflower cordial, lime and soda - was a hit and the Electric Relaxation brought Caribbean vibes to Wolstenholme Square with its sweet concoction of rum and Lilt.

The restaurant became busy for a Monday night and as we ordered the Ultimate Sharer (£15.95) we got a real sense of what

REVIEW BY LYDIA CONNOLLY Pattersons had to offer.

The platter was made up of jalapeno poppers, garlic Texas toast, mozzarella sticks, garlic mushrooms, thick cut bacon, popcorn chicken, onion rings and chicken strippers.

As a huge fan of anything deep fried and filled with cheese, the jalapeno poppers were top of my list but it was the popcorn chicken that kept drawing me back.

Seasoned with Pattersons’ own spices, the chicken was tender with crisp and delicious batter.

It’s when we got to our mains that the phrase ‘eyes too big for our belly’ came into play. If I can say one thing about Pattersons it’s that it doesn’t do things by halves and the portion sizes are huge!

Intrigued by the restaurant’s dedication to chicken, my date ordered 500g of chicken with sweet potato mash and Pattersons’ ‘slaw (£11.95).

Our server Shaun

explained that Pattersons uses chicken thighs for the buckets to prevent the meat from becoming dry when cooked. True to his word the chicken was succulent, juicy and bursting with flavour.

My choice was a classic beef burger with cheese and bacon (£7.45). This was everything a burger should be - the beef was perfectly cooked and the brioche bun was fresh and light. Proof that Pattersons is more than a chicken shop.

We couldn’t resist Shaun’s recommendation of topped fries, and the bacon frazzle topped curly fries (£4.50) were incredible. They came loaded with bacon, melted cheese and Frazzles (yes, the crisps!).

Who needs a summer body when hidden treasures like Pattersons exist? With its huge selection of delicious comfort food and an exciting cocktail menu, it’s the perfect destination for a cheat day feast, or any feast for that matter.

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appeal ONCE SEEN AS THE RESERVE OF LIVERPOOL’S ‘CORPORATE’ CLASS THE AREA SURROUNDING CASTLE STREET AND WATER STREET IS FAST BECOMING ONE OF THE CITY’S MOST VIBRANT AND FASHIONABLE QUARTERS WITH A STRING OF BAR AND RESTAURANT OPENINGS IN THE PAST YEAR IT'S NOT JUST BIG NAMES SUCH AS CAU AND VEENO WHICH ARE FLOCKING TO THE DISTRICT SOME OF THE CITY’S MOST-LOVED INDEPENDENT EATERIES ARE NOW BEGINNING TO EXPAND FROM THE TRADITIONAL BOHEMIAN HEARTLANDS OF BOLD STREET AND HOPE STREET TO HELP YOU MAKE SENSE OF THIS EMERGING FOODIE HOTSPOT YOUR MOVE LOOKS AT WHAT'S DRAWING NEW ESTABLISHMENTS TO THE AREA AND HIGHLIGHTS SOME OF THE MOST ANTICIPATED OPENINGS STILL TO COME Mowgli’s new Water Street eatery

The continued evolution of the Ropewalks area and the rise of Liverpool ONE have significantly contributed to a food and drink offering in Liverpool which can now comfortably hold its own against any UK city.

In recent times the Baltic Triangle has emerged as a hub of creative businesses and in-vogue venues which attracts an increasingly diverse demographic to a previously overlooked part of the city centre.

One area of town which has also, in the past, been somewhat dismissed by night-time revellers is the commercial district, which is now experiencing a renaissance of its own with a boom in new bar and restaurant openings around Castle Street and Water Street.

With the likes of CAU, Nova 48, Veeno, Pinch and District House all opening their doors over the past 12 months and plenty more in the pipeline, it seems this area is fast becoming one of Liverpool’s hottest food and drink quarters.

“Much in the same way that Bold Street has developed a reputation for independent bohemian eateries, Castle Street and the surrounding areas have developed that ‘occasion’ restaurant niche,” explains Michael Doran, communications manager at the Liverpool BID Company, which represents

more than 500 businesses in the commercial district.

“These are the type of ‘event’ eateries where you would go to celebrate a special occasion with your wife or propose to your girlfriend, for example.

“Liverpool has got an extremely well-oiled machine when it comes to its night-time economy but there are still gaps in the market.”

Michael points to the commercial district’s 60,000-strong workforce as a key factor in sustaining the area’s restaurants during the week, whilst highlighting the opening of the Aloft hotel on North John Street and Exhibition Centre Liverpool on the waterfront as vital in attracting more weekend visitors.

One new venue in the commercial district which has been in the pipeline for some time is the latest venture from the team behind the Baltic Social on Parliament Street. HUS, as it will be known, is a Scandinavian style café bar which will be housed in the Tempest office building on Tithebarn Street.

Offering breakfast, lunch and evening meals, HUS will target the 20,000 office workers within walking distance of the building. Beneath the Tempest a concrete bunker known as ‘Kolbox’ will be used by the venue to showcase pop-up art exhibitions, gigs, secret supper clubs and

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During the weekend, HUS’s roof terrace will host guest DJs and acoustic acts whilst offering stunning views of the city’s skyline.

“We viewed the Tempest building just over a year ago and having been around the district a lot we realised there was nothing out of the ordinary or interesting,” explains Alison Lockett-Burke, director at Baltic Social.

“We’ve seen the way the Baltic Triangle has gone and for us we thought it was a really good opportunity to go somewhere before that area started becoming a bit more creative and a little bit more interesting - we wanted to be one of the first people to go and do that.”

Alison believes the coming years will see the district develop into an ever-increasing hub of creative activity and has already noticed changes for the better.

“We acquired the site a year ago and since then we have seen the whole area get busier and we know people with business here - I think it’s quite an exciting place to go.”

Work on HUS will get underway in the coming weeks with an expected opening set for early September.

One venue which is very much open for business is Santo Maluco on Castle Street.

The new pizzeria and bar is the latest venture from Graffiti Spirits, the team behind established Ropewalks haunts Santa Chupitos and Salt Dog Slims.

“I think Castle Street has been underused for a number of years,” says Matthew Farrell, director at Graffiti Spirits.

“We saw the site and thought it was a good opportunity to do something a little bit different down that end of town.

“It's a beautiful end of the city – it’s always been seen as a little bit corporate but I’ve been a big admirer of the area for a long time and it’s great to see it really thriving now.”

Matthew is hoping the new venue will be able to tempt people who wouldn't usually consider Castle Street as their go-to location for night-time entertainment.

“Obviously it's a different demographic of people but I’ve been quite shocked by how many people who have been in since we’ve opened who don't know any of the bars at this end of town,” he adds.

“Whether it will bring people across town I don't know, but people should give it or the area a try.

“Ropewalks and the commercial district are very different but they have their own values and both offer a lot to the city.”

Work is currently underway to transform the former Noble House into the latest branch of popular cocktail bar and restaurant, The Alchemist.

Arguably the most high-profile name heading to Liverpool this year, this will be the company’s sixth branch when it opens on 12 August with two venues in Manchester, two in Leeds and one in London.

NEIGHBOURHOOD CASTLE STREET

This Manhattan-style bar and eatery, which has been a revelation in Manchester’s trendy Spinningfields quarter since opening in 2013, is heading to the home of the former What’s At 62 restaurant this autumn.

MOWGLI

WATER STREET Born out of owner Nisha Katona’s obsession to build an eatery serving proper authentic Indian street grub, Mowgli has fast become a firm fan favourite on Bold Street since it popped up in 2014. Demand has been such that Nisha is now set to launch her second restaurant just a stone’s throw from the Town Hall later this summer.

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Gemma Cutting (Capital FM) and Jay Hynd (The Guide)

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Special guests from around the city were in attendance as the venue unveiled a new look and served up food, drinks and entertainment.

A birthday cake was enjoyed by attendees, along with live music from a band and DJs during the event.

As a long-running establishment at the iconic Liverpool waterfront destination, PANAM has been there for some of Albert Dock’s most memorable events including HRH The Queen and Prince Phillip’s 2012 Yellow Duckmarine tour.

The 1,000 capacity party venue occupies part of the building which was previously home to the studio of ITV’s ‘This Morning’, then hosted by Richard and Judy.

The birthday was celebrated with a cake

The Liverpool ONE team

Ryan Mira, Lisa Appleton, Mark Byron, Holly Wood and Laura Houghton

Becky, Becka, Bev and Helen (Coast)

Isabella Kantor, Kevin Essery and Gavin Jackson (SK Events)

Miss Royal Beauty 2016, Lucy Mills

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SEPTEMBER 3rd ULTIMATE EAGLES 8th to 10th LEGALLY BLONDE - THE MUSICAL 15th RAY QUINN 17th CLASSIC ROCK USA 18th AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH JUSTIN HAYWARD 21st to 24th HER BENNY 25th G4 - BACK FOR GOOD 25th F:RATED COMEDY CLUB 27th NOAH STEWART ‘IN LOVE AGAIN’

NOVEMBER 3rd OLD HAUNTS 4th WISHBONE ASH 6th GAGA - A TRIBUTE TO QUEEN 7th & 8th SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 9th JOHN LEES’ BARCLAY JAMES HARVEST 10th ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW 12th RUMOURS OF FLEETWOOD MAC 14th & 15th SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 16th JOE BROWN

OCTOBER 1st POWER OF LOVE THE MUSIC OF CELINE DION 2nd KATE RUSBY 2nd ONLY FOOLS AND BOYCIE WITH JOHN CHALLIS

18th GLENN TILBROOK 19th GARY MURPHY’S GUITAR LEGENDS CLASSIC MOVIE ANTHEMS 23rd THE LADYBOYS OF BANGKOK FOREVER YOURS...x

6th GOOD OLD DAYS OF VARIETY

24th RUSSIAN STATE BALLET & OPERA HOUSE THE NUTCRACKER

6th DAVID STARKEY - MAGNA CARTA

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25th WALLASEY MUSICAL THEATRE COMPANY TALENT SHOWCASE FINAL

8th WIRRAL COMMUNITY CHOIR VOICES ACROSS MERSEY 9th BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS 11th STEELEYE SPAN

26th LEO GREEN PRESENTS: THE SOUNDS OF THE 50s - LIVE! 27th KEN DODD HAPPINESS SHOW

13th HAL CRUTTENDEN: STRAIGHT OUTTA CRUTTENDEN 14th BILLY AND WALLY 15th ABOUT AUTISM 15th BALL OF FIRE 16th MAGICAL MOZART BY CANDLELIGHT 18th AN EVENING WITH THE MERSEYBEATS & FRIENDS 20th THE SOUTH 20th DONNA ROBINSON 21st WHITNEY - QUEEN OF THE NIGHT 21st CHRIS BANNISTER THE MUSIC OF JOHN DENVER 22nd ALL STAR WRESTLING 23rd AN EVENING WITH GERVASE PHINN 27th THAT’LL BE THE DAY 28th THE CHRIS AND PUI SHOW 28th PORT SUNLIGHT SEA DOGS 29th LET’S HANG ON: THE MUSIC OF FRANKIE VALLI 29th FRIGHT FEAST: THE HAUNTING OF SARAH TAYLOR

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DECEMBER 1st BARRY STEELE AND FRIENDS THE ROY ORBISON STORY 8th CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT & 9th TAKE ON TAKE THAT 10th PANTO CRIME A COMEDY MURDER MYSTERY 10th to 8th JAN CINDERELLA 11th CHRISTMAS WITH WIRRAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 13th CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT & 14th ABBA FOREVER 15th CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT ULTIMATE DIRTY DANCING 17th CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT MICHAEL BUBLÉ 17th to 24th STORYTIME WITH SANTA 31st NEW YEARS EVE GALA PERFORMANCE

JANUARY 12th CHRYSANTHS PANTO to 15th ROBIN HOOD AND THE BABES IN THE WOODS 22nd REAL DIAMOND THE NEIL DIAMOND ROCKS TOUR 25th FAULTY TOWERS to 29th THE DINING EXPERIENCE

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In this August and September edition our pages are brimming with the biggest and best entertainment the Liverpool City Region has to offer, from interactive events for the little ones to the latest theatre shows, summer festivals and live music performances.

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SCIENCE CLUB

Throughout August, Victoria Gallery & Museum Budding young scientists will be able to try their hand at a host of fun, hands-on activities as a weekly Science Club gets underway.

Children aged eight to 13 will be guided

by University of Liverpool staff and students during the free workshops, which will take place on 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 August.

Limited spaces are available at the 1-3pm sessions so booking is required.

Summer games, princess makeovers, face painting and mocktail mixing are among the activities at this fun-packed event, which will raise money for Claire House Children’s Hospice.

And while the little ones are being entertained, parents won’t miss out either.

Mums can enjoy a glass of prosecco and a mini massage or facial from the Harvey Nichols Medi-Spa team and dads can take on an eating challenge in return for donations.

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4 September, The Epstein Theatre Direct from the West End, this interactive family show will bring life-like prehistoric creatures to the Liverpool stage.

Suitable for ages three and above, Dinosaur Zoo will provide a chance to get up close and personal with cute baby ravenous reptiles to the giant Tyrannosaurus Rex in this imaginative puppetry performance.

Ticketed performances at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm last 50 minutes and are followed by a 15-minute meet and greet.

PROTOTYPE SUMMER SCHOOL WITH NEIL WINTERBURN

3-5 and 17-19 August, FACT Encourage creative curiosity, confidence and technology awareness with this summer school led by leading digital artist Neil Winterburn.

The 3-5 August camp will cater for eight to 11-year-olds, with the second run from 17-19 August open for 12 to 14-year-olds, and children of all experiences can take part.

The three-day courses will teach young attendees a range of skills, from coding to circuitry.

PIRATES ON THE DOCK

10-11 September, Albert Dock This much-loved, action-packed spectacle returns, filling the dock with swashbuckling family entertainment.

Expect plenty of thrilling live action, breathtaking stunts and theatre mixed with local folklore and fabulous pirate costumes, as Fit the Bill curates the weekend-long event.

MID AUTUMN FESTIVAL CRAFTS

18 September, Lady Lever Art Gallery Accompanied children aged 10 and under can get creative at this special free event, providing an afternoon of activities inspired by the Mid Autumn Festival.

The gallery’s education team will lead the way during the hands-on event, which will be held from 1-4pm.

There is no need for participants to book for the session.

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X Factor star Anton Stephans sang at the event

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Liverpool-based vocalist Clare Sophia and X Factor star Anton Stephans were among the performers entertaining guests at the opening of the venue, which features a cocktail lounge, restaurant and private dining mezzanine following a £1 million investment.

Stephen Hesketh, founder of Know Hospitality Ltd which is behind the new venture, says: “It was a truly fantastic evening and we’re thankful to all the guests who came to show their support for this new venue.

“This marks the start of a new beginning for District House and we’ve got some exciting events planned over the next few months that we hope the people of this city will enjoy.”

Councillor Anna Rothery, Naomi Nom, Emma Pennington and BBC’s Ngunan Adamu

Know Hospitality director Andy Duckworth with Anton Stephans and Know Hospitality founder Steven Hesketh

The launch night was well attended

Karen Jones, Alex French, Ellie Knott and Andy Duckworth

Laura Taylor and Elena Signorelli

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Low, The Epstein Theatre Returning to Liverpool after their triumphant performance in 2013, Low bring their universally-praised alternative rock music to the UK.

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Performance poet, DJ and broadcaster Scroobius Pip is heading to the Bold Street venue to discuss his latest book ‘Distraction Pieces’, based on his successful podcast.

To mark the 400th anniversary of the Bard’s death, four of Shakespeare’s plays will be staged, beginning with Much Ado About Nothing.

18−20 West Side Story, Empire Theatre Inspired by Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, the splendid and revered West Side Story arrives at the Empire for a three-night run.

Folk on the Dock, Albert Dock Folk on the Dock showcases the city’s vibrant, deep-rooted musical pride and maritime history, through the medium of folk music.

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27−28 Sarah Millican, Echo Arena Sarah Millican brings her critically acclaimed storytelling comedy act to Liverpool.

Due to popular demand extra dates are now available.

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Creamfields, Daresbury The festival returns for 2016 with a bang, bringing a lineup including Avicii’s last ever UK performance as well as sets from Calvin Harris, Chase & Status and Seb Fontain to name a few.

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Barenaked Ladies, 02 Academy Having achieved 14 million albums sales worldwide, multiple Grammy nominations and 28 years of collaboration, the Barenaked Ladies return to the UK stage.

The Who, Echo Arena The Who, one of British rock’s timeless bands, will perform hits from their era-defining albums ‘Tommy’, ‘Quadrophenia’ and ‘Who’s Next’.

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Creations by Mexican designer Manuel Cuevas, who has clothed stars including The Beatles, Elvis Presley and The Killers, will go on display at a new exhibition.

Sue Perkins Live!

In Spectacles, Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

16−17 Mark Thomas: The Red Shed, Everyman

Comedian and Great British Bake Off co-host, Sue Perkins brings an evening of sparkling wit and stories with highlights from her best-selling memoir ‘Spectacles’.

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Mark brings the third part in his multi award-winning trilogy to Liverpool, and will combine theatre, stand-up, journalism and activism as tells the story of a community’s battle for hope and survival.

22−25 Liverpool Oktoberfest, Pier Head Bavarian beer and a feast will be served up in a giant 1,500 capacity marquee as Liverpool’s own version of Munich’s Oktoberfest celebrations returns.

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MiC Lowry, O2 Academy Liverpool Rising Liverpool RnB five-piece MiC Lowry gets set for a hometown show as part of a four-date UK headline tour.

Shakespeare, his Wife and the Dog, Playhouse Studio Sally Edwards and Philip Whitchurch make up the cast of this play, set in April 1616 when Shakespeare returns to Stratford as a rich and famous man but all is not well.

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Fusion Festival FESTIVAL

– SEPTEMBER OTTERSPOOL PROMENADE

LIVERPOOL INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF PSYCHEDELIA

In its inaugural year this new family festival is gearing up to bring host of pop royalty to the Liverpool stage.

Taking over Otterspool Promenade, the two-day event will feature a jampacked line-up topped by big names including Craig David, Jason Derulo, The Vamps, Olly Murs and Busted.

Plus there’ll be local talent like MiC Lowry and DJs such as Anton Powers and Sarah Story on the brimming musical bill.

FESTIVAL

– SEPTEMBER CAMP AND FURNACE BLADE FACTORY AND DISTRICT The Horrors and the Super Furry Animals are the headline acts as the award-winning festival fills several Baltic Triangle stages with a psychedelic line-up of music from around the globe.

Among the eclectic 2016 offering will be Tokyo-based label Guruguru Brain, bringing standout acts from the Asian underground scene, and French label La Souterraine will also be curating a showcase.

Liverpool Loves FESTIVAL

- AUGUST PIER HEAD

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The city’s feel-good festival returns, celebrating and promoting Liverpool’s strengths at its waterfront site.

Business, culture, food and wellbeing will be the themes for the three-day event, which was recently named ‘Best Small Tourism Event’ at the Liverpool City Region Tourism Awards 2016.

A Friday night concert paying homage to the sounds of the Swinging Sixties, named Liverpool Loves Merseybeat, is just one of the attractions on this year’s line-up and will be headlined and hosted by singer Beryl Marsden.

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GO LIVERPOOL

Woman Combing Her Hair, 1911, Harold Gilman Arts Council Collection, Southbank Centre, London © the estate of the artist.

DRUNKEN BAKERS WITH BARNEY FARMER FILM

AUGUST SMALL CINEMA LIVERPOOL The Victoria Street-based community cinema welcomes Barney Famer, the writer of celebrated Viz comic strip ‘Drunken Bakers’.

During the evening, presented by Cheap Thrills, Barney will take part in a Q&A session and there’ll also be a screening of Turner Prize winning artist Mark Leckey’s film portrayal of the characters.

With tickets priced at £5/£4, 20% of the proceeds from the evening will be donated to Liverpool homelessness charity The Whitechapel Centre.

Drawn for Life: People on Paper ART

AUGUST – OCTOBER KIRKBY GALLERY

TRI LIVERPOOL EVENT

AUGUST ECHO ARENA The annual sporting spectacle will take place across Liverpool’s iconic waterfront once again, with more than 2,000 participants expected to take on the gruelling running, swimming and cycling challenge.

Participants will race through Wapping Dock’s waters and along the Strand, before finishing the triathlon at the Echo Arena.

Youth, elite and paratriathlon categories are included in the event.

Photo: Richard Williams

Some of the finest drawings from the Arts Council Collection will go on display at this exhibition, including works by iconic artists including Moore, Hepworth, Lowry and Hockney.

The showcase will also include some key loans from the British Council Collection as it takes visitors on an artistic journey beginning in the early 20th Century with intricate patterns

by Harold Gilman (pictured) and Gwen John’s delicate lines.

A series of drawing workshops will also accompany the exhibition and education packs will be available to teach visiting families and schools more about the featured artists.

AUGUST INVISIBLE WIND FACTORY The Kazimier team brings its popular Krunk party format back, this time at its new North Docks venue.

Attendees are asked to don their best sports survival attire and get ready to compete in the Apocolympics, complete with competitive events including the Rubber Dinghy Delluge, Chasm Jumping, Recession Relay and Disaster Dressage.

Kazimier’s in-house band Dogshow will also take the stage for a live performance, and DJs Fringe Lifter, Mellodigy and Vinyl Silk will help keep the party going from 9pm until 4am.

KRUNK APOCOLYMPICS

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EVENT

Camp and Furnace hosted the inaugural event SLUXE organisers Benna Harry and Sarah Holden

LIVERPOOL’S FIRST SLUXE SAMPLE SALE

Amy Keating and Belinda Shaw (Boudoir Boutique)

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nternational designers and homegrown talent gathered to showcase and sell creations as a pop-up sample sale took place in Liverpool.

Online luxury retailer Benna Harry and former buyer and stylist Sarah Holden organised the first SLUXE event, which was held at Baltic Triangle venue Camp and Furnace.

Established designers from the city including Kirsty Doyle, Philip Armstrong and Francesca Couture were among the stallholders selling past season collections and samples for a fraction of the retail price, alongside e-boutiques and retailers.

A live DJ set also kept shoppers entertained and SLUXE’s chosen charity, Radio City’s Cash for Kids, was fundraising and giving away a luxury prize from designers.

The event aimed to recreate similar designer sample sales which have become a regular fixture of London’s creative scene.

Oka-B was selling stylish footwear

Shoppers picked up fashion bargains

DJs provided a shopping soundtrack

Cash for Kids was SLUXE’s chosen charity

Visitors browsed the rails of clothing

Pieces by Candy Payne Illustration were among SLUXE’s diverse offering

The Leather Satchel Co.’s colourful bags proved popular

Jessica Bennett and Laura Byrne (Jessica Bennett Bespoke Bride)

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GO DANCE &

CLUB NIGHTS

THE BEST CLUB NIGHTS IN TOWN

CLUB EVENTS COMING SOON AUGUST 6/ Jolt X Hustle presents Mark Farina

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To coincide with the 25th anniversary of his Mushroom Jazz 8 Tour, Mark Farina returns to the city with two exclusive sets. The Baltic Triangle’s Botanical Garden and, once night falls, 24 Kitchen Street will host an 18-hour session with a line-up including Jimmy Allen, James Morgan and Andy Ash.

13/ Modu:lar Open Air presents Onur Ozer, Francesco Del Garda & more

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Shelt on

Constellations will welcome Onur Ozer and his minimal tech-house, Francesco Del Garda’s ability to stimulate a large audience with a range of genres and Andrew James Gustav and his special European sound.

Support comes from resident DJs Brennan, Nerra, Nicolae Flavius-Lazau, Silent Treatment and Scott Grant.

19/ Statk presents

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Adam Shelton & Mr KS

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Heyo label boss and Defected producer, James Silk will warm up the party at Botanical Garden before One Records’ head-honcho Adam Shelton takes the helm for the remaining hours of daylight.

The fun will then move indoors to 149 New Bird Street, where Mr KS will continue solid house music into the early hours.

27/ Anthemic launch night ilson

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A brand new over 21s nightclub will open its doors in the Fruit Exchange, bringing a new Saturday night out for Liverpool.

Anthemic promises to bring ‘spine tingling house and classics’ to Victoria Street, and Radio City 96.7 will be on hand to broadcast the launch celebrations live across the airwaves.

28/ mUmU presents Day & Night with Mind Against,

Slam, DVS 1 and Monoloc To celebrate 25 years of the techno and house label Soma, UK duo Slam will be joined by DVS 1, Monoloc, Lee Rands and special guests, bringing a range of techno to New Bird Street in a 12-hour marathon session.

28/ Tuff Love Soul Club A new Sunday session kicks off at Buyers Club packed with quality soul music from classics and rarities to mid-tempo movers.

Guest selectors will be on hand to keep you moving at the free August Bank Holiday session, including Soul Liberation’s Tony Ollier and Craig Adkins, Flipside’s Martin Haddock, James Andrew Callum and Mark Richards and more.

28/ Insomnia Underground at 24 Kitchen Street The Insomnia Underground house and techno event is headed up by Tony Hughes and Lee Bullock; with James Kininmonth, Ben Jones, Connor Gunnigle, Feral State and PSquared2 providing the techno backdrop.

SEPTEMBER 3/ Bedlam presents Stadiumx Hungarian born DJ/producer duo, Stadiumx take control and bring an energetic blend of house-electro, progressive, EDM and tech house music to Garlands in a unique set.

Liverpool’s own Corey James will also appear alongside the duo to complement the ‘BigStadium’ sound.

23/ Micron 10.1 presents Âme & Magda The internationally renowned Polish DJ, Magda will head up a remarkable European line-up which also includes the German duo, Âme as they bring their trademark Detroitinfluenced deep house to a Baltic Triangle venue which is still to be confirmed.

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STREETLIFE VINTAGE ON THE DOCK

YOUR FORTNIGHTLY ROUND-UP OF LIVERPOOL’S ENTERTAINMENT

Highlights JULY Liverpool International Music Festival

22-24 (LIMF) Summer Jam

rtainment during Dancers provided street ente nt. the two-day Albert Dock eve

Visitors looked the part as they browsed stalls for vintage style during the festival.

Sefton Park LIMF’s free event showcases an exciting music offering across a variety of genres, with a line-up including The Wombats, Ms Dynamite and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra to name a few.

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The Drifters

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Empire Theatre The group’s vast catalogue of songs dating back decades is combined with contemporary harmonies for a magical musical spectacle.

BE AT ONE LAUNCH

Arts Club A chance to catch Ireland’s latest musical talent.

Formed in late 2014, the pop rock trio heads to the city for one night only.

Jools Holland & his Rhythm & Blues

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Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Jools Holland returns with his rhythm and blues boogie woogie. He’ll be joined by special guests Gilson Lavis, Ruby Turner and Louise Marshal along with his 20-piece Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.

The British Gymnastics Championships

28- 31 Series 2016

welcomed the Liverpool’s Seel Street il bar Be At One kta coc new of l iva arr nt took place as a special launch eve

The chain’s pop art-themed Liverpool venue has more than 160 cocktails on its menu.

Echo Arena Liverpool Britain’s best gymnasts will deliver incredible physical feats across a wide range of gymnastic disciplines, each competing for British medal titles.

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LIVERPOOL BIENNIAL

Ball of Fire

Epstein Theatre Celebrate the brilliance of the late Alan Ball in this dramatisation of his journey through the ranks to his position as an integral member of England’s 1966 World Cup campaign.

mUmU sessions:

29 Gary Beck and Lee Rands All Night Long New Bird Street Warehouse Gary Beck, one of Scotland’s youngest techno producers in the underground dance scene, brings his fresh style to the city having attracted interest from top European clubs.

30 Keywest

O2 Academy Liverpool The five-piece Dublin rock outfit prepares to bring an explosive pop rock performance to the stage filled with street-style influences, following platinum success with two albums.

30 - 31 Liverpool Pride

now underway The 14-week long festival is public spaces with Liverpool landmarks and . among venues for artworks ge’s Dock Installation view at Geor ool Fountain, 2016. ) : Joel Chester Fildes Betty Woodman, Liverp ool Biennial 2016. Photo Liverp r.

Towe lation Venti

The theme explores fictions, stories and histor ies and takes visitors on a series of journeys drawi ng on Liverpool’s past, present and future.

Rita McBride, Portal, 2016. Installatio n view at Toxteth Reservoir. Liverpool Biennial 2016. Photo: Joel Chester Fildes)

St George’s Quarter With St George’s Quarter providing the backdrop, Liverpool Pride transforms the city into a colourful festival featuring activities, live music, food and drink and education zones. All ages are encouraged to attend this poignant two-day celebration.

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