Your Move 419

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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM / ISSUE 419 / 5 AUG – 18 AUG 2016

INSIDE

Living aboard

Setting up home on a houseboat

BEST BRAZILIAN CUISINE DOCKSIDE BBQ LAUNCH WHAT’S ON IN LIVERPOOL

Pokemon GO! How Pikachu and co have gripped the city region

STYLING THE STARS Manuel Cuevas on dressing The Beatles to The Killers

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First impressions last...

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CONTENTS

EDITOR’S LETTER As Pokémon Go continues to grip the nation it seems the Liverpool City Region is certainly making the most of the latest gaming craze.

In this issue of Your Move we find out how the area has been benefiting from the wealth of explorers scouring the streets for the game’s hidden characters, and catch up with those who have been using their imagination to adopt the digital trend.

Plus designer Manuel Cuevas takes time out of preparations for his special Liverpool exhibition to chat to Your Move about creating clothes for the likes of Elvis and The Beatles to The Killers and Jack White.

And as our city’s iconic waterfront enjoys a thriving summer, we look at what it’s like to make the leap from a home on land to living on a houseboat. Enjoy!

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Market highlights Brilliant bungalows on the Merseyside market

LIVING 44 ON THE COVER Talent Designer Manuel Cuevas on working with music icons including The Beatles 49 Food & Drink Celebrate the Olympics’ arrival with the Liverpool region’s top Brazilian cuisine

28 ON THE COVER Hot Topic Living aboard a houseboat on the city’s waters

50 ON THE COVER Mobilising the Masses A look at how Pokémon Go has been gripping Merseyside

33 News Street of homes to go under the hammer

52 Event Stanley Dock’s Titanic Hotel launches its summer barbecue concept

40 Event Redrow unveils new Liverpool Housing Partnership homes

54 Streetlife Liverpool’s event highlights

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MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

THERE MAY BE FEWER STOREYS BUT THESE MERSEYSIDE HOMES HAVE SPACE AND STYLE IN ABUNDANCE

£439,950 WESTWARD VIEW AIGBURTH L This stylish three-bedroom family bungalow benefits from large living areas over two floors.

Spotlights, neutral walls and tiled flooring provide a chic, clean-cut finish through the property.

An open plan kitchen and dining room leads out onto a rear garden and, along with a lounge and sitting room, provides plenty of communal space within the home.

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£359,950 THINGWALL ROAD EAST WIRRAL CH This beautifully presented four-bedroom bungalow has bags of living space both inside and out.

With bedrooms set across two floors and a kitchen and breakfast room with built-in appliances, the modern home is also extended with a conservatory overlooking a large decked area and a sprawling garden space that’s perfect for the summer months.

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£345,000 (Offers over) QUARRY ROAD THORNTON L This picturesque bungalow surrounded by gardens mixes cosy yet contemporary décor with splashes of colour throughout. A striking floral feature wall makes one of the property’s three bedrooms stand out, while large windows bring plenty of natural light into the simple yet stylish kitchen and dining room and the large living room.

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£795,000

£459,500

£335,000

£330,000

GREEN LANE, L18 Period property, double fronted & semi detached, swimming pool complex, gated entrance, EPC D

MEADOW OAK DRIVE, L25 Detached house, planning permission to extend, lounge & dining room, sitting room, EPC E

RUDSTON ROAD, L16 Extended semi detached, lounge, study & ground floor wc, dining room, living room & fitted kitchen, EPC awaited

GATEACRE PARK DRIVE, L25 Detached bungalow, attractive & lounge, modern breakfast kitchen, space for casual dining, EPC D

W NE

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OIEO £325,000

£319,950

OIEO £315,000

OIEO £310,000

GRANGE LANE, L25 Semi detached bungalow, lounge, two/three bedrooms, en-suite facilities to master, family bathroom, EPC D

GRASMERE HOUSE, L17 Luxury apartment, spacious lounge & dining room, a stylish & kitchen, two bedrooms, EPC C

CHILDWALL PRIORY RD, L16 Semi detached family residence, front sitting room, rear lounge, morning room, fitted kitchen, EPC D

SCORE LANE, L16 Semi detached family residence, lounge, rear sitting room, conservatory, breakfast kitchen, EPC E W NE

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OIRO £280,000

£234,950

£184,950

£174,950

ORIENT DRIVE, L25 Semi detached house, lounge & dining room, bright & airy open plan living, kitchen/family room, EPC D

GREEN LANE, L18 First floor apartment, lift & stair access, communal hallways, formal lounge with dual aspect, EPC D

ULLET ROAD, L17 Luxury triplex apartment, living room/kitchen, double bedroom on lower level, bathroom & wc, EPC D

ELMSDALE ROAD, L18 Mid terraced house, lounge, open plan dining room to kitchen, three bedrooms, modern bathroom, EPC D

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£149,500

£129,995

£119,950

£115,000

ASHTON DRIVE, L25 First floor apartment, converted late victorian villa, welcoming reception hall, attractive lounge, EPC D

ETON COURT, L18 First floor apartment, communal hallways, reception hall, lounge, balcony, kitchen, EPC C

THORNYCROFT ROAD, L15 Mid terraced house, entrance vestibule, hallway & lounge, dining room, dining kitchen, utility room, EPC D

HORNBEAM ROAD, L26 Extended mid town house, lounge, extended dining room, ground floor shower room, morning room, EPC B

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*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.

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W NE ICE PR

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Offers Over £650,000

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W NE

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

Aldbourne Avenue, Woolton, L25

£499,950

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

W NE

£440,000 Dunbabin Road, Wavertree, L15

Queens Drive, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £390,000

• 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

Broughton Drive, Garston, L19

Offers Over £330,000

• Stunning Double Fronted Character Property • Five Bedrooms & Open Plan Living • Highly Sought After South Liverpool Suburb • Newly Renovated Throughout

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Garston Old Road, Garston, L19

Offers Over £295,000 Church Road, Wavertree, L15

• 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

Offers Over £290,000

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

Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18

£275,000

• New Build Development • Help To Buy Available • 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • High Specification

W NE ICE PR

Silverton Road, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £270,000

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

Boxwood Close, Roby, L36 • Three Bedroom Detached & Modern En Suite • Cul De Sac Location • Immaculate Throughout • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

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Offers Over £270,000

Appletree Close, Allerton, L18

Offers Over £265,000

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Purley Grove, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £230,000

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

Quebec Quay, City Centre, L3

£230,000

Ashdale Road, Mossley Hill, L18

Offers Over £225,000

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

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

W NE

Beverley Road, Wavertree, L15

Offers Over £225,000

Offers Over £180,000

Offers Over £175,000

Stanmore Road, Wavertree, L15

Offers Over £175,000

W NE

Offers Over £170,000

• Three Bedroom Mid Terrace • Highly Sought After South Liverpool Location • Close Proximity to Allerton Road • Lounge & Open Plan Kitchen to Dining Room

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L18 Location • Close Proximity to Sefton Park & Allerton Road • Three Bedroom Character Terrace

Ventnor Road, Wavertree, L15 • 3 bedroom Extended Semi Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Gardens Front, Side and Rear

W NE

W NE

Grovedale Road, Mossley Hill, L18

Quebec Quay, City Centre, L3 • Outstanding 2 Bedroom Apartment • Sought After Development • Secure Parking • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room

• Outstanding 4 Bedroom Character Family Home • Newly Refurbished Throughout • Highly Sought After South Liverpool Location • Close Proximity to Allerton Road & Sefton Park

Roxborough Walk, Woolton, L25

£150,000

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L25 Location • Close Proximity to Woolton Village • Two Bedroom Semi-Detached Property

W NE

Mannering Road, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £150,000

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Outstanding Throughout • Modern Kitchen & Modern Bathroom • Communal Garden

Bowden Road, Garston, L19 • Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L19 Location • Three Bedroom End Terraced Property • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining & Siting Room

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Offers Over £145,000

Brambling Park, Halewood Village, L26

Offers Over £140,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Spacious Lounge • Kitchen/Diner • Conservatory

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Ravenmeols Lane, Formby, L37

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Offers Over £700,000

• NO CHAIN • Spectacular property • Five/six bedrooms • Private sunny rear garden

Offers Over £450,000

Bushbys Lane, Formby, L37

Offers Over £350,000

Paradise Lane, Freshfield, L37

£415,000

Offers Over £240,000

Penrith Crescent, Maghull, L31 • Part exchange considered • Three good sized bedrooms • NO CHAIN • Newly installed fitted kitchen/breakfast room

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Offers Over £360,000

ED UC D RE

£275,000

Kew Road, Formby, L37

Offers Over £260,000

• Cottage style family home • Deceptively spacious • Countryside location' • Quiet cul-de-sac location

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W NE

• Four good sized bedrooms • Built by Persimmon in 2011 • Modern kitchen/dining/family room • Sunny rear garden

Little Crosby Road, Crosby, L23 • FOUR BEDROOMS • Substantial Gardens • Beautifully Presented • Three Reception Rooms

• Substantial sized garden • Three/four double bedrooms • Three receptions • Retaining character features

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£600,000

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W NE

• Six double bedrooms • Modern kitchen/breakfast room • Three receptions • Cellars/basement

Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23 • New build • Four bedrooms • Luxury fixtures and fittings • ONE PLOT REMAINING!

• Five double bedrooms • Modern kitchen/breakfast room opening to family room • Landscaped gardens • Two receptions

D CE U D RE

Mill Weir Gardens, Sefton Village, L29

£650,000

ED UC D RE

• Outstanding 4 Bedroom Detached • Modern Open Plan Kitchen • Good Size Lounge • Ground Floor Shower Room

Alexandra Road, Waterloo, L22

Massams Lane, Freshfield, L37

ED UC D RE

• 5 Bedrooms • 1/3 acre plot • Charming Detached Residence • Well Presented Throughout

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Ince Road, Thornton, L23

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£195,000

Park View, Waterloo, L22 • NO CHAIN • Four bedrooms • Modern kitchen • Three receptions

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£179,950

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Devonshire Road, Brighton-Le-Sands, L22

£175,000

Offers Over £150,000

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Brunell Drive, Litherland, L21

Offers Over £150,000

• NO CHAIN • Three Good Sized Bedrooms • Beautifully Presented • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

• Beautifully presented • Three bedrooms • Sought after location • Newly installed kitchen

Offers Over £140,000

• NO CHAIN • Three Bedrooms • Close to all amenities • Viewing Recommended

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Carr Road, Bootle, L20 • NO CHAIN • Refurbished Throughout • Three Bedrooms • Close to all amenities

Oriel Close, Old Road, L10 • NO CHAIN • Realistically priced • Three good sized bedrooms • Modern good sized kitchen

W NE

£115,000

St Oswalds Lane, Bootle, L20 • NO CHAIN • Three good sized bedrooms • Newly fitted kitchen/breakfast room • Good sized lounge/dining room

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Raven Meols Lodge, Formby, L37

Offers Over £145,000

• NO CHAIN • Two Bedrooms • Walking distance to Formby village • Viewing Recommended

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Pinehurst Avenue, Brighton-Le-Sands, L22 Offers Over £170,000 • NO CHAIN • Three bedrooms • Modern kitchen opening onto dining/sitting room • Good sized garden

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W NE

Hawkshead Drive, Litherland, L21

Offers Over £170,000

• NO CHAIN • Two Bedrooms • Completely Renovated Throughout • Close to all amenities

• NO CHAIN • Three Bedrooms • Sought After Location • Close To Beach

Hawkshead Drive, Litherland, L21

Halifax Crescent, Thornton, L23

ED UC D RE

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£125,000

Richmond Road, Crosby, L23

Offers Over £120,000

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Beautifully presented • Modern kitchen

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Offers Over £80,000 Thornton Road, Bootle, L20

Offers Over £75,000

• Three bedrooms • Beautifully presented throughout • Modern kitchen and bathroom • Two receptions

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Royal Quay

One Park West

Two Bedroom Apartment Fabulous Location Secure Allocated Car Parking EPC - C

We are delighted to offer for sale this two bedroom first floor apartment so close to the famous Albert Dock.

£77,500

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

An extremely well presented apartment is offered for sale in the prestigious One Park West Development

£105,000

£87,500

£119,950

Regency Chambers

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One Bedroom Studio City Centre Location Must Be Viewed EPC - D

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Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment City Centre Location EPC - C

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£122,500

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£139,950

£149,950

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Mosslake, Canning

Argyle Street

Cornwallis Court

Two Bedroom Apartment Ropewalks Location Fully Fitted Kitchen EPC - B

Two Bedroom Apartment Georgian Quarter Location Allocated Car Parking Space EPC - C

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Two Bedroom Apartment Stunning Features Modern Kitchen EPC - D

£157,500

£169,950

£220,000

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Three Bedroom Duplex Well Presented Central Location EPC - D

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£900pcm The Albany

£900pcm South Ferry Quay

City Residential are delighted to offer an attractively appointed and spacious two bedroom second floor duplex apartment.

Sought after period development. Fully Furnished to a very high standard. Spacious

Living/Dining room with fully fitted and equipped kitchen off. Two double bedrooms, master with en-suite. Secure allocated parking by stacker system. Excellent business district location.

£600pcm

A three bedroom apartment in this popular docklands locations. Magnificent views across the Mersey and Irish Sea. Two double bedrooms and one single. Fully furnished with a fully fitted and equipped kitchen.

£650pcm

Secure allocated parking. EPC rating – B

£675pcm

£700pcm

Regency Chambers

Alexandra Drive

Waterloo Warehouse

One Park West

Studio apartment Fully Furnished Central Location

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Parking Included

One Bedroom Apartment Fully furnished Parking Included

Studio Apartment Fully Furnished Parking Included

£700pcm

£1,100pcm

£750pcm

£1,200pcm

Park Lane Plaza

Royal Quay

West Tower

Aigburth Vale

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished Parking Included

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully furnished Central Location

Two Bedroom Apartment Fully Furnished City centre Location

Four Bedroom Town House Fully Furnished Sought After Location

ALEXANDRA TOWER Prices from £675-£850pcm A stunning selection of one and two bedroom apartments situated in this amazing waterfront tower. City Residential are delighted to offer the properties on both a Fully Furnished and Unfurnished basis. All properties offer spacious open plan Living/Dining/Kitchens. Most apartments have stunning views across the City, towards the Wirral or out to sea.

Parking is available at an extra cost

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Merchant House, Dukes Terrace, L1 £125,250

New instruction Spacious Four Bed End Town House Priced for quick sale/ All windows DG Potential for large family home Or prime ‘buy to let’ Gardens to front, side and rear

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Suffield Street, L4 £59,950 • • • • • •

Nestled in a quiet garden courtyard set off Duke Street in the popular Ropewalks area, we offer an immaculate first floor two bedroom apartment with secure parking, being sold on a 75% share, with option to purchase 25% share basis. Set in a Historic Georgian Building, this recently refurbished apartment has bags of appeal and is ready to move into, just decorated and has new flooring throughout. Accommodation comprises spacious bright lounge with dining area, modern kitchen with ample units and appliances, two double bedrooms, newly refurbished bathroom to include a corner jacuzzi bath. Externally you have a pleasant paved area with well stocked gardens with resident statue of William Huskinsson and allocated parking.

New Instruction Two Bed Mid Terraced Well presented family home Gas central heating Prime ‘buy to let’ Internal inspection recommended

Aigburth Drive, L17 £325,000

West Tower, L3 £245,000

Unity Building, L3 Reduced £189,950

Chandlers Wharf, L1 £159,950

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WITH HOUSEBOAT LIVING BECOMING INCREASINGLY POPULAR LIVERPOOL’S WATERWAYS OFFER PLENTY OF POTENTIAL YOUR MOVE EXPLORES THE ATTRACTIVENESS OF HOUSEBOAT LIVING AND HOW RESIDENTS CAN MAKE THE LEAP FROM LIVING ON LAND TO WATER

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ationally, the number of houseboats along Britain’s waterways has surged in recent years with more than 33,000 people opting to live on the water permanently, according to the Canal and River Trust.

This trend has been largely concentrated in the South East, although growth has subtly been observed in the waters around Liverpool.

Whilst rising property prices in London may have coincided with a 50% increase in the number of capital city dwellers living aboard houseboats during the last five years as buyers search for cheaper alternatives, here in Liverpool other factors may also be helping to drive demand.

Convenience, accessibility and a sense of community on the city region’s waters add to the benefits of freedom that houseboat

living can bring, as homely vessels can operate on canals and rivers.

These days the layouts, fixtures and fittings are not too dissimilar to houses on land, and boats on the market vary from those with engines to permanently moored options without. Boat buyers can also choose from converted empty hulls and Dutch barges which offer spacious living conditions, to narrow boats and yachts which can provide for a more opulent lifestyle.

Such is the increasing demand for houseboat living here in the city region that Liverpool Marina, for one, is currently developing 50 additional berths.

The extension will increase the marina’s existing stock of 350 serviced and un-serviced berths to cater for a greater number of water-based residents looking to use the waterfront site.

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“SOME HOUSEBOATS OFFER GREATER SQUARE FOOTAGE AND MORE LATERAL SPACE THAN A ONE-BED FLAT IN LIVERPOOL.” WHY LIVE ON A HOUSEBOAT? Many view houseboats as an increasingly attractive alternative to bricks and mortar.

After living on land for many years Elizabeth Appleton now occupies Sleepy Jean, a wide-beam canal boat, and has resided on the water for the past 11 years.

Houseboats can offer many of the same facilities and features that on-land houses provide. Utilising limited space, Elizabeth and her husband transformed their boat, adding homely features including a corner bath, a wood burning fire and a spacious living area.

“Some houseboats, such as a 60x12 widebeam canal boat, offer greater square footage and more lateral space than a one-bed flat in Liverpool,” says Andy Farrell of Bluepoint Marine Services which provides services at the Liverpool Marina complex.

Boat owners may also be able to continue to live in the most exclusive postcodes in the area while escaping the accelerating house prices as, aside from some luxury houseboats, homes on water can often cost a fraction of the price of an on-land residence.

“Individuals may cash in on their mortgage and purchase a houseboat,” adds Andy.

While paying for a houseboat outright offers an element of debt-free living, home buyers who don’t have the ability to cash in on a mortgage may be able to secure specialist marine finance.

Different to the more traditional housing mortgage, this route of funding a boat purchase offers loans of up to 75% of the value of the vessel but requires higher interest rates and shorter payback periods.

LICENSING THE LIFESTYLE Those who decide to purchase a houseboat need to ensure they have the correct licence to moor their home on the water.

Moorings vary between ‘residential’, ‘linear’ and ‘online’, and each comes with its own services and restrictions.

Residential moorings are designed for those who look to the water for a permanent primary, static residence; whereas linear moorings allow boat owners to moor along canals and rivers.

Offline moorings, however, also allow boat owners to moor at marinas which have gained the relevant residential planning permission from the local authority.

Linear mooring is cheaper but facilities, amenities and security are minimal.

Offline moorings provide amenities like watering points, security, Wi-Fi and laundry facilities, though fees at these sites are typically higher and reflect the wider provision of services. Availability of these mooring facilities is also generally scarcer as a result.

Continuous cruising licences are also available, giving boat owners the opportunity to explore the UK’s waterways and stop for the permitted duration of 14 days.

Elizabeth spends her time continuously cruising the Leeds and Liverpool canal and credits the ‘community spirit’ along the route, which she says has made her time on the water more enjoyable.

“It’s one of the best communities, and it’s better than living in a house,” says Elizabeth who says the neighbourly assistance she receives makes her day-to-day tasks easier.

ADDITIONAL COSTS While houseboats can offer more freedom for residents, this lifestyle isn’t without its costs.

Boat owners are required to pay fixed, sunk and variable charges.

Fixed costs include compulsory insurance, mooring fees, the sunk cost of the boat as well as the licence fees which are under the remit of the navigation authority, the Canal and River Trust.

Sunk costs, which include the initial purchase price of a houseboat, range from a few thousand pounds for a dilapidated boat, to more than £1 million for a vast residence.

Other fees depend on the usage of the boat and include fuel and gas consumption, wood and coal use and any additional maintenance on top of what is usually required.

“A gas bottle costs £23 and lasts for three months. I also get my wood and coal locally,” says Elizabeth.

“As for fuel, Sleepy Jean runs on red diesel which, considering I don't run the engine that often, costs me around £10 per week but would otherwise increase if I ran her more intensively.”

Boat owners are also required to have a valid Boat Safety Scheme examination certificate.

“This requirement is to check the gas, engine and fire extinguishers, as well as other safety equipment on the vessel, and is required once every four years,” she explains.

Insurance is also an important outgoing. Fully comprehensive insurance provides cover for owners who permanently reside on the boat and keep their belongings on board.

Third party insurance is also available, and is usually a prerequisite for obtaining a licence.

In addition owners must consider licence fees, which depend on the size of the boat and whether a short-term or long-term licence is sought.

Those who live on a houseboat which is moored permanently at a facility will need to meet further requirements including council tax contributions, though other licenced boats may be exempt from certain payments.

Elizabeth has a continuous cruising licence and acknowledges that the difficulty in obtaining a permanent mooring space stems from demand for houseboats outpacing the supply of them.

“I don’t have a permanent mooring licence, but I’m trying to find one,” says Elizabeth.

“The continuous cruising licence costs £800 to £1,000 per year, which is significantly cheaper than berthing at a marina which could cost over £3,000.”

Elizabeth advises owners to gather as much information as possible before buying a boat to ensure a mooring is secured before purchase.

“The same due diligence that is done before buying a house should still be conducted before buying a boat,” she says.

It is clear from Elizabeth’s experience that living on a boat is time consuming, though this could be seen as a small price to pay for the unique way of life on offer.

Houseboat owners are also encouraged to allocate around 10% of the value of their boat per year in contingency funds to cover any unexpected costs that may arise, such as maintenance and repair work according to waterside property specialist River Homes.

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Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23 8TS Prices from £600,000

or £480,000 with ONLY ONE PLOT REMAINING An exclusive development of 4 bedroom executive homes situated in the sought after area of Blundellsands, within walking distance of Burbo Bank beach and waterfront is due for completion in August 2016. Features of the home include 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, double garage, generous living accommodation with all fixtures and fittings to the highest of our specifications. Kitchens come fully fitted with top of the range appliances & bathrooms fully tiled with porcelanosa tiles. We already have 2 plots reserved off plan leaving just 1 remaining. Early reservations allow the buyer to hand pick some interior finishes. Speak to an advisor for more information & to register your interest in the last plot.

Mortgage Repayment Example Sales Price £600k

Loan £450k

Rate 1.74%

Monthly £1,431

Based on a 5% self funded deposit and 20% government equity loan through Help to Buy, on a two year fixed rate over a 35 year term.

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

Sales Price is for example only - actuals agreed may vary. Illustrative figures correct as of 29/07/16 via specific lenders, subject to terms and conditions and approval of their lending criteria. Please speak to our broker for tailored advice.

Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18 7HH Offers over £275,000

or £220,000 with ONLY 2 PLOTS AVAILABLE A new development of 3 bed semi-detached homes situated in the sought after area of Allerton. The spacious family homes are carefully designed to offer generous living accommodation, with fully fitted kitchens and integrated appliances, contemporary bathrooms and ensuites which are fully tiled throughout with porcelanosa tiles. With an abundance of local amenities, transport links and top rated schools this is the ideal home for the modern family. With just two plots available call now to register your interest and discuss the off plan reservation process.

Mortgage Repayment Example Sales Price £275k

Loan Rate £202.5k 1.90%

Monthly £660

Based on a 5% self funded deposit and 20% government equity loan through Help to Buy, on a two year fixed rate over a 35 year term.

Sales Price is for example only - actuals agreed may vary. Illustrative figures correct as of 29/07/16 via specific lenders, subject to terms and conditions and approval of their lending criteria. Please speak to our broker for tailored advice.

BUILD COMPLETION DUE SEPTEMBER 2016

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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FOR SALE MIXED COMMERCIAL/ RESIDENTIAL PORTFOLIO Merseyside/Wirral

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Shrewsbury Road Birkenhead, CH43 8SS Consisting of 9 flats, four of which are available: 1, 1A, 2 & 3. Fully occupied, the premises has a combined rental income of £22,200.

Viewing is strictly by appointment with Go Direct Property Sales

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NEWS NWPAs LINES UP A ‘NIGHT TO REMEMBER’ An evening of glamour, celebrations and surprises is said to be in store.

Preparations are underway to make this year’s NWPAs “a night to remember” now that the entries are in.

The glittering awards ceremony will celebrate a year of achievements across the North West’s residential and commercial property sectors when it takes place on 20 October.

With an esteemed panel of expert judges now getting ready to work their way through the high volume of entries received across the 12 categories, organisers are promising a night of Academy Awards-style glamour for the prestigious presentation night.

Ahead of the event at Lutyens Crypt in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, Kim O’Brien, director of Move Publishing which is behind the awards, says: “The NWPAs offer a unique opportunity for the North West’s commercial and residential property industry to come together to celebrate a year of success.

“This year’s event is set to be the best one yet and there are lots of surprises in store that will surely make it a night to remember.”

A drinks reception sponsored by Furnish That Room and Precision Colour Printing will kick off the night of celebrations this year.

Meanwhile Forth Homes is the headline sponsor in 2016, with category sponsors including Redwing Living, MSB Solicitors, Redrow Homes Lancashire and North West, Paul Crowley & Co, Yu Property Group, The Foundry Agency, PCS Law, UK Business Supplies, Bridging Finance Solutions, Countryside and Elliot Group.

Holiday rental landlords must be aware of the risks, says expert Liverpool property owners must be aware of the risks before offering their homes through holiday rental sites, warns a local legal expert.

Sites like Airbnb are proving popular for boosting income and taking advantage of the Liverpool City Region’s tourism industry but Jenna Gall, a solicitor at Paul Crowley & Go, is urging landlords to ensure the right mortgage agreements and insurance policies are in place.

She says: “From a legal perspective it’s essential you are fully aware of any potential implications in terms of your mortgage contract, insurance policy and tax.

“For example, if you live in a block of apartments there will be wider rules and regulations to consider, even if you own your property outright. In some cases you could be

at risk of invalidating both your own and the building’s insurance policy which could lead to major problems should any issue arise. It is also important that you have landlords insurance in place.”

Jenna adds: “You would also need to contact your mortgage provider to ensure your contract is suitable for your individual circumstances. If you have a mortgage registered against the property you run the risk of committing mortgage fraud if you deliberately stay with a residential mortgage whilst letting your property and not disclosing to your lender straight away. It will depend on your lender and individual circumstances but most lenders could require you to change to a buy-to-let mortgage with an increased rate or provide their ‘consent to let’, although there is likely to be a high fee for providing this.”

Jenna Gall urges property owners to have the right mortgages and policies in place.

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NEWS COUNTRYSIDE UNVEILS FIRST OF THREE 2016 KNOWSLEY DEVELOPMENTS The first in a series of new Knowsley developments has been unveiled by housebuilder Countryside.

Countryside has brought four and five-bedroom homes to the market

The developer has released 35 four and fivebedroom homes at its Harrington Place scheme in Huyton, which will be one of three projects being brought to market in the borough this year.

Homes at the former Huyton Leisure Centre site are available to reserve off-plan, with show homes due to be launched this autumn.

Peter Vella, regional sales and marketing director for Countryside, says: “The launch of Harrington Place is the first of a number of developments coming soon to the area. This partnership with Knowsley Council will see 583 new homes built across the borough, all of which are designed to cater for demand in not only firsttime buyer homes, but also aspirational buyers and

families looking to upscale into a bigger property.

“The interest that we’ve had in the new Knowsley homes has been phenomenal and we’re excited to embark on what is shaping up to be a highly successful venture with Knowsley Council to enhance the area.”

Knowsley Council’s cabinet member for regeneration and economic development, Councillor Mike Murphy, adds: “Our ambition is to provide more high quality homes in Knowsley to cater for the increasing demand from our residents and people who wish to move to the borough. Our partnership with Countryside is enabling us to deliver that aim.”

The new properties will be available through initiatives including the government-backed Help to Buy and the developer’s part exchange scheme.

For further details call 0151 601 3585.

HIGH DEMAND FOR LANDLORD SHOW TICKETS The Merseyside Landlord and Property Show is on track for a record year as a high number of attendees has already signed up for free tickets.

With a few months still to go until the 22 October event at Exhibition Centre Liverpool, more tickets are said to have been downloaded by this point than ever.

As Merseyside’s only specialist landlord show, the event will bring experts from all aspects of the industry together under one roof to provide advice and information for those who are both new and experienced in the sector.

Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors is the main sponsor for this year’s show, which will feature a dedicated panel of experts answering questions on everything from health and safety issues and saving on tax to making the most of your property portfolio.

A packed line-up of up to date and informative seminars will also take place throughout the day, including guidance on avoiding bad tenants by Landlord Action founder Paul Shamplina, who has regularly appeared on TV, radio and in the press.

For more information about this year’s Merseyside Landlord and Property Show, and to download your free tickets to the event, log on to www.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com.

Exhibition Centre Liverpool will host this year’s event

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Nadya Makrova and Matthew Skeels (centre) with Brown Turner Ross colleagues

GROWING LAW FIRM EXPANDS PROPERTY TEAM Liverpool City Region law firm, Brown Turner Ross has expanded its property team following a busy period for the sector.

The company has added Matthew Skeels and Nadya Makarova to the department after reporting a 20% uplift in property transactions despite Stamp Duty rises earlier this year.

Since 1 April, buyers purchasing additional homes and buy-to-let properties have faced a 3% increase under new Stamp Duty rules.

Matthew, who qualified as a solicitor in 2013, will specialise in property transactions at Brown Turner Ross.

Fellow new recruit, Nadya will also focus on the sector as she brings experience in residential and commercial property negotiations to the firm having qualified 10 years ago.

Kevin Ross, director at Brown Turner Ross Solicitors which has offices in Liverpool, Southport and Birkenhead, says: “Nadya and Matthew are two highly skilled and experienced solicitors, a fantastic addition to the firm, who will guide Brown Turner Ross through this period of growth and help to shape the future of the property department.”

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NEWS CALL FOR STUDENT LANDLORDS TO COVER SUMMER RISKS Liverpool’s student landlords are being urged to ensure the right insurance is in place to cover lengthy vacant periods as the summer holidays continue.

According to experts from city-based Coeus Insurance, policies tailored to landlords’ individual requirements could “minimise the risk” posed by renting, as it’s often wrongly assumed that cover under ‘property owners’ policies is always the same.

Directors Stewart Jordan and Gary Dunning say: “Landlords face further risk during the summer holidays as students head home with their Coeus Insurance directors Stewart accommodation left unoccupied during Jordan and Gary Dunning the summer break.

“Most insurers, after a 30 day period of the property being vacant, will reduce cover provide expert advice and has the ability to arrange automatically to ‘fire, lightning, aircraft and suitable cover on your behalf. explosion’ resulting in the insurance cover provided “Furthermore, your broker should be being extremely limited. highlighting and discussing your policy coverage “We cannot stress the importance enough of and the implications this may have on your ensuring you are using an insurance broker that business. This should not be an off-the-shelf, one understands your needs and requirements, can size fits all purchase.”

HOMES TO TRANSFORM SITE OF FORMER LITHERLAND PUB New homes will be built on the site of The Stand Park

ROW OF HOMES TO GO UP FOR AUCTION Bidders will have the chance to buy a Knowsley street at the next Sutton Kersh auction as one lot offers 14 homes.

Made up of eight four-bedroom and six three-bedroom semi-detached properties, the investment opportunity on Marled Hey has a guide price of £1,100,000.

The currently let properties in Stockbridge Village, which are being offered for sale on a private treaty basis, produce a net income of £101,000 per annum and have all been fully refurbished over the last two years.

Cathy Holt, associate director of auctions at Sutton Kersh, says: “It’s not often we have an opportunity of a large scale investment which provides such a high return, over a 10% yield per annum.

“It’s a great opportunity for an investor to make a sizeable addition to their portfolio with a range of properties that don’t require any modernisation and offer a great yearly income.”

Front driveways, rear gardens, double glazing, newly fitted kitchens and en suite showers and WCs are features of all 14 of the homes.

The lot forms part of the catalogue for the forthcoming auction on 15 September, which will take place at Liverpool’s Crowne Plaza.

For more information visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk/auctions.

The site of former Litherland pub The Stand Park will be transformed into houses when a new Forth Homes development gets underway this autumn.

Building work is due to commence on the 14 properties in October after the housebuilder secured planning permission for the scheme.

The four-bedroom semi-detached homes are expected to be available from April 2017, although off-plan reservations will be taken throughout the project.

A spokesperson for Forth Homes, which is continuing to look for further development sites around the region, says: “The area has seen a lot of

regeneration lately with many new homes and education facilities being developed, so this is an exciting new scheme.

“This site is particularly appealing as it is situated fronting open green space and is within walking distance of the golf course. It is also ideally located for shops and transport links in and out of the city.”

Integrated kitchen appliances, gardens and offroad parking will be among the features of the new properties, with early off-plan buyers also having opportunities to choose some fixtures and fittings.

The Marled Hey investment opportunity will feature at Sutton Kersh’s next sale

For further details contact Forth Homes on 0151 909 3007.

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Launch guests at Redbridge Park

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Redrow Homes, which has partnered with Liverpool City Council and Liverpool Mutual Homes to deliver 1,500 new properties across the city over the next five years, revealed two new properties at its Redbridge Park development.

Deputy Mayor of Liverpool, Councillor Ann O’Byrne officially opened the houses at the site off Sherwoods Lane, which was formerly home to Redbridge and Bank View High Schools.

Of the 60 family homes being developed at Redbridge Park, Redrow has sold five off-plan.

The Binks family, who have purchased an ‘Oxford’ style home, were among guests at the event.

The scheme is the second by Redrow to go on sale within the partnership, with Woolton’s Knights Park attracting eight reservations so far.

Redbridge Park show homes launch

Customers Alan Bretherton and Maphi Bayolo with Redrow sales consultants Ash Turner (left) and Yvone Scales (right)

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THIS EXHIBITION IS THE FIRST TIME YOUR CREATIONS WILL BE ON DISPLAY OUTSIDE OF AMERICA WHY NOW? WHAT CAN PEOPLE EXPECT? Well, I should say that I showed at Fashion Week in Mexico City many, many years ago and more recently as part of my lifetime achievement celebrations in my home state of Michoacán. But England is a totally different thing and Liverpool is a super long swim across the pond.

I’ve never had an exhibition of this quality and I will be making new creations to mark the event.

Expect colour and shine, but let’s not give too much away yet. I love surprises. British audiences are going to discover that they have seen some of my suits here and there in the entertainment world for years.

HOW DID YOU GET STARTED AS A DESIGNER? It was a calling rather than an ambition, and once I got started as a child I haven’t been able to get off the sewing machine or cutting table since.

My brother Adolfo first taught me to sew when I was seven. I asked him out of sheer curiosity and that was my first experience.

First I was making prom dresses for girls in my hometown when I was 12 and that grew into a business.

All the girls begged their mums to let them get their prom dress from me; I was making quite a name for my individual designs.

I never had the ambition of being a designer, I started making clothes for myself and loved it - I created my own style.

I decided I would keep going, something inside clicked and I followed my calling.

YOU’RE KNOWN FOR YOUR RHINESTONE-STUDDED CREATIONS HOW DID THEY BECOME YOUR TRADEMARK? It was a discovery for me that happened in California. I was watching the Rose Parade and I loved the flamboyance and sparkle. I wanted to add a touch of that to the western wear I was making.

I don’t claim to be the only one doing it, but it has become something that people come to me for. After 60 years of practice some people see me as the only one doing it.

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“I didn’t see those guys as 'The Beatles', I saw them as friends, in particular John - we would really philosophize together.”

WHAT CREATION ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF WHEN YOU LOOK BACK OVER YOUR CAREER? The creation of the 50 State Jackets for sure. It was an expression of my gratitude to the United States.

I’m a great believer in giving back, not only for who I am but what I have achieved.

Everything I used was original, hand drawn by me except the seals of the state.

I started the project in 1986 and completed it in 2003.

The project was a labour of love. I completed lots of research in libraries and by going from state to state. I’m not and never will be an internet man. America is not my native country but it's been very good to me, it gave me a great welcome and eventually I was asked to become a citizen. This made me feel welcomed, wanted and appreciated.

AS THE EXHIBITION WILL TAKE PLACE IN LIVERPOOL PEOPLE WILL BE INTERESTED IN THE CLOTHES YOU MADE FOR THE BEATLES HOW DID YOU FIND WORKING WITH THEM? I measured them when they came to Nudie’s [tailors] in Hollywood and I got to know them from there.

Each one of them had a different vibe for their own clothing.

They were stylists of their own personalities.

My brother Ringo [Starr] was in my store just the other week, he bought a beautiful black jacket. In the past I've made suits for him and his wife, several pieces for John [Lennon] and a lovely white jacket for George [Harrison].

I didn’t see those guys as 'The Beatles', I saw them as friends, in particular John - we would really philosophize together.

DO YOU FEEL LIVERPOOL HAS SOME SIMILARITIES WITH YOUR ADOPTED HOMETOWN OF NASHVILLE? Nashville is growing rapidly at the moment and I think the music communities here and in Liverpool are very similar.

I see a lot of people from Liverpool in Tennessee - the two have a marriage based on music.

The Nashville Boogie attracted a lot of Liverpool folks too. I hope to see them when I am over in September.

“Ringo was in my store just the other week, he bought a beautiful black jacket. In the past I’ve made suits for him and his wife.”

‘MUSICAL THREADS - FROM MARIACHI TO MERSEY BEAT AND BACK’ WILL OPEN AT ST GEORGE’S HALL ON SEPTEMBER Manuel will be travelling over from Nashville to take part in an ‘audience with’ event hosted by Wayne Hemingway on 10 September to celebrate the opening of the exhibiton.

A week earlier, on 3 September, a special concert celebrating the designer’s impact on the international music scene will take place at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall headlined by American singer-songwriter Leigh Nash.

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BRAZILIAN With the 2016 Olympic Games getting underway in Rio, now is the perfect time to sample the flavours on offer from the home of samba dance, Copacabana beach and the world’s most successful national football team.

Brazil’s food and drink delicacies are as exuberant and colourful as the Rio Carnival, and here are three top Liverpool City Region venues where you can sample them.

ACAI OF RELIEF Mojoes Juice Bar, Crosby

MIYAGI Bold Street, L1

The term ‘superfood’ gets bandied about a lot, but when it comes to Brazil’s acai fruit the buzzword is totally justified. From anti-aging effects to cardiovascular benefits, the attributes of the sweet South American export are well documented and they form the basis of delicious smoothies at Mojoes Juice Bar in Crosby.

A RODIZIO RIDE Fazenda, Exchange Flags All-you-can-eat rodizio-style restaurants are all the rage in samba country and you can pit your stomach against the never-ending meaty onslaught at Fazenda, a traditional Brazilian steakhouse located at Exchange Flags. Your taste buds will dance the samba when they sample the selection of meats, gourmet salad bar and wine list at this venue.

MIX AND MATCH Santa Chupitos, Slater Street The sweet, tangy caipirinha is Brazil’s national cocktail and they mix a mean one at Santa Chupitos in the Ropewalks area.

Made from Brazilian spirit cachaça - a rum spirit made from sugarcane rather than molasses - a cool caipirinha is the ideal beverage for celebrating medal success as Team GB goes for gold at this year’s games in Rio.

It’s been just over a year since Miyagi burst on to Bold Street’s thriving food and drink scene - hard to believe given its popularity and following within the city. But with food described as ‘Japanese soul food meets ghetto Asian’, it’s no surprise the concept has been a hit.

Having visited the restaurant a few times before, I was excited to return with my sister who had yet to visit. Perhaps in keeping with the fusion menu, the interior is a mix of old and new and a crossover of cultures.

Miyagi has a modern, industrial vibe inside with contemporary east-meetswest décor. Ornate graffiti covers exposed brick walls while the lavish jade and gold painted ceiling gives the restaurant that added character and charm.

After arriving at our table booth, my guest and I each chose the South Pacific cocktail (£7.50). Made with fresh passion fruit, apple, mint, Passao and Sailor Jerry, the cocktail was fruity, fresh and presented beautifully.

The eatery serves a varied menu of sushi, small plates, ramen, buns and laksas. The soul food menu is perfect for

REVIEW BY HANNAH FOWLER sharing and trying new dishes and features small plates such as Korean chicken wings (£5.75), blackened cod (£6.95) and beef nori taco (£5.95).

My sister and I ordered Mr M’s tiger prawn tempura (£6.95) and the fried crispy duck gyoza with hoisin (£5.75) to start. At Miyagi, food comes out as and when it’s ready, meaning all the food is hot, fresh and delicious.

As one of my favourite Miyagi dishes, the prawn tempura didn’t disappoint.

The huge prawns were encased in a crunchy batter and were perfectly cooked, while the mustard dipping sauce on the side gave the dish a hint of spice.

Similarly, the crispy duck gyozas lived up to their name and were filled with seasoned shredded duck – even better when dipped in the accompanying hoisin sauce (it’s worth the struggle with the chopsticks).

For my main, I decided on the sticky chilli beef with egg fried rice (£11.95). The crispy bites of chilli beef, topped with green chilli,

were packed with flavour and had just the right kick of spice. Served with fluffy egg fried rice, the dish was proper Asian comfort food which I could enjoy again and again.

My sister opted for the chicken katsu curry with Mr M’s special fried rice (£10.50). The succulent chicken, coated in crispy breadcrumbs and served golden brown was topped with a rich Katsu curry sauce. The sweet sauce was perfectly balanced by the spicy infused rice which was full of authentic Japanese flavours.

With no room left for dessert after the sharing starters and large mains, we decided it was the perfect excuse to return another day.

With black sesame custard doughnuts (£4.95) and chocolate brownie spring rolls (£5.95) on the menu, it would be hard to resist.

Miyagi offers a great food menu made up of varying styles of Asian cuisine.

Teamed with friendly staff, delicious cocktails and cool interiors, it’s definitely worth a return trip.

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AN ENTIRE GENERATION WAS FILLED WITH A BURNING DESIRE TO CATCH ‘EM ALL WHEN POKÉMON HIT NINTENDO GAME BOY IN THE S AND THE CRAZE IS BACK WITH A VENGEANCE THANKS TO A NEW MOBILE APP POKÉMON GO FOR SMARTPHONES AND TABLETS HAS TAKEN THE PLANET BY STORM USING THE COMBINED POWER OF AUGMENTED REALITY AND THE LATEST MOBILE TECHNOLOGY TO GET PLAYERS UP OFF THE COUCH IN SEARCH OF PIKACHU AND HIS PALS IN THE REAL WORLD THE FORCE OF ITS IMPACT CAN BE FELT ACROSS THE LIVERPOOL CITY REGION AND WITH MERSEYSIDERS SCRAMBLING TO EARN THE COVETED TITLE OF POKÉMON MASTER YOUR MOVE TAKES A LOOK AT THE EFFECT THE GAME IS HAVING IN THIS NECK OF THE WOODS

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Wild Caterpie are roaming free around Sefton Park, Squirtles and Krabbies are spawning at Albert Dock, and there have even been sightings of rarer Pokémon across the Liverpool region.

The only way to ensnare these weird and wonderful creatures and tap into the latest digital fad is to download Pokémon Go for your mobile device and engage in some good old fashioned orienteering.

Through the use of augmented reality technology, the app harnesses the camera on the player’s device to overlay digital Pokémon atop of real-world backdrops and these creatures can be trapped with a well-aimed Pokéball, a simple matter of swiping the screen.

Kudos to Nintendo partner Niantic, the studio behind the app, for prising gamers from the comfort of their living rooms, but the potential of Pokémon Go stretches far beyond fresh air and exercise.

Here in Liverpool, the social engagement opportunities the app presents were highlighted when the Pokémon Go Liverpool & Southport Facebook group reached almost 1,500 members within two weeks, and many of those who signed up forged friendships beyond the confines of the social network.

Keen to build on the community spirit the game has generated, group moderator and local Pokémon Go expert Aaron Cameron arranged a bus trip enabling fans in the region to explore other areas to see which monsters are hiding there, as well as taking advantage of the free WiFi and USB chargers on Arriva’s latest vehicles.

Around 30 budding Pokémon Masters turned up at Queen Square for the Pokébus tour, with a further 300 or so expressing interest when the experimental project was announced on Facebook.

“I thought the Pokébus was a good idea because the mobile app itself uses a lot of power and consumes data,” Aaron tells Your Move.

“Not everyone has portable batteries or unlimited data, but the new buses you see driving around in Liverpool have USB chargers and free Wi-Fi. “It made a lot of sense for people who want to explore other neighbourhoods to see what they can catch and those who want to get together with like-minded individuals to do it on those buses.”

Arriva got wind of the Pokébus initiative and was keen to provide Aaron with advice about

Sapporo Teppanaki’s Pikachu creation

“E veryday we are seeing people playing outside the restaurant. our waiters have overheard our guests’ excitement.”

health and safety, as well as imparting vital information about which buses are equipped with Wi-Fi and USB chargers and the routes they journey along.

Speaking to Your Move, the transport company’s interim marketing director, Mark Bosworth, admits the buzz around Pokémon Go has proven beneficial to the business, potentially convincing non-bus users to hop aboard in search of Pikachu and co.

“I’m told there may be a follow-up event and of course we’d be delighted to be involved as the whole idea of doing it on a bus maximises both safety and social interaction and it also gives people a good reason to just get on and give bus travel a try,” he says.

“It’s amazing how intimidated some people are about just getting on, and the reassurance of being in a group and then finding just how simple it is has real potential for converting non-users to bus travel.”

Catching ‘em all is but a small part of

Il Forno’s Pokéball pizza

Pokémon Go as nurturing your pocket-sized monsters and battling other trainers at in-game ‘gyms’ is equally important. To be in any position to do this, players must visit ‘Pokéstops’ - situated at real-world landmarks to gather power-ups.

This is where the game’s impact has really been felt since virtually every landmark in Liverpool, local or city centre-based, serves as an in-game Pokéstop and players are flocking to them as a result.

According to Aaron, Liverpool’s most famous tourist attractions such as the Royal Liver Building and Albert Dock are the most fruitful hunting spots in the city, as well as the local parks.

“The best places tend to be where there is a lot of mobile traffic. You can play the game in remote places, but you won’t find as much there,” he says. “The city centre is definitely the best place in Liverpool, and that’s not really a surprise.”

Although the game is typically pushing locals and visitors to the city towards its most high profile attractions, it also flags up lesser known landmarks and places of historical interest.

Did you know the first United States overseas embassy was located on Paradise Street? Or that Princes Park plays host to a donkey grave? You may have, but this writer didn’t before playing Pokémon Go. Cultural organisations in Liverpool are reaping the benefits of their status as in-game Pokéstops - the most obvious being an influx of visitors who may not otherwise have stopped by - and local businesses have also seen benefits.

For instance, Duke Street restaurants Il Forno and Sapporo Teppanyaki have whipped up Pokémon-themed dishes in an attempt to capitalise on the monster hunter invasion after discovering the Super Lambanana statue on their doorstep is a Pokéstop.

Il Forno general manager Donato Cillo, whose Italian eatery has created a Pokéballshaped pizza to attract hungry Pikachu enthusiasts, believes the Pokémon Go craze has boosted his business.

"Every day we are seeing people playing Pokémon Go outside the restaurant and at least one person daily has come in to enjoy a pizza too,” he says. “Our waiters have overheard our guests' excitement as they catch Pokémon hiding around our wood-fired pizza oven or in the bar area. It really is amazing."

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The Pantasy steel band provided a Caribbean musical backdrop for the special event, which celebrated the start of a new Colonnade BBQ experience being held at the waterfront venue every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 4 September.

Special guests tucked into outdoor grilled delights such as Aberdeen Angus and horseradish burgers and healthier options from The Salad Hut during the inaugural event.

Beauty Bazaar Harvey Nichols was also on hand during the launch to provide make-up tips on perfecting the summer party look.

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Liverpool Cathedral Fundraisers will take on the 150-foot drop down the city landmark in aid of the Cathedral Foundation. There’ll also be entertainment on the ground as this year’s event follows a ‘60s theme.

LEAF Leeds singer-songwriter Harry Orme and regular collaborators Francesca Haincourt and Matthew Aplin will bring an evening of indie-folk infused storytelling live music with jazz and classical influences.

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