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E D I TOR’ S LE T T E R Happy New Year, and welcome to our first issue of 2019.

An exciting 12 months lies ahead for YM Liverpool as the magazine enters its 20th year of celebrating city region living and everything it has to offer.

And what better way to welcome a new year than with plenty of tips to start it as you mean to go on?

Whether you’re setting up a new home in the coming months or you’re looking to breathe new life into your dÊcor and clear out old clutter, we’ve got some expert advice on the latest interior trends and Liverpool’s up and coming residential areas.

And if 2019 is the year you’re planning to get active and make the most of what lies beyond the city, our guide to the best hiking routes situated little more than 90 minutes from Liverpool could be just what you need.

There’s a walk for any time of the year, with stunning scenery and great attractions thrown in.

Plus we catch up with Liverpool-born singer and Irish chart-topper Nathan Carter ahead of his Philharmonic Hall gig, and find out whether plant-based pizza purveyor Home Slice Ltd is worth a visit.

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,2 The Interview Liverpool’s own Nathan Carter on his massive singing success and performing for the Pope.

-0 Market Highlights Make a fresh start in 2019 with our pick of brand new homes.

-2 Setting Up Home in 2019 From the latest interior trends to Liverpool’s prime areas to live, we bring you all you need to know.

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./ Interiors Fill your home with Living Coral – the 2019 Patone Colour of the Year.

.0 Restaurant Review Find out what our reviewer thought of Home Slice Ltd’s plant-based pizza.

.1 On the Right Path Embrace the outdoors with our pick of hiking routes around 90 minutes from Liverpool.

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Law firm MSB sees employee numbers soar 35% in a year of growth and milestones

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The firm also continued its impressive run of awards wins and nominations. From late 2017, they included: Company Awards • • • • Previous managing partner Paul Bibby had overseen a period of rapid growth at the city centre-centre-headquartered business, taking it past the £5m turnover barrier for the first time, before retiring in March this year.

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Emma Carey said: “On a daily basis I am constantly reminded of the talent, dynamism, ingenuity and work ethic of the amazing team of people we have here at MSB. The Legal 500 singled out our crime and family work - but there is a commitment to excellence across the whole business.

“In particular, I have been impressed at the level of growth achieved in our property team, which is continuing to play a pivotal role in the ongoing regeneration of Liverpool, advising developers on schemes worth hundreds of millions of pounds.

“And as well as being a strong and growing sustainable business we also constantly reaffirm our values and our absolute commitment to equality and inclusion through our gender and LGBT policies, as well as offering non-traditional routes into careers in the law to people from all backgrounds.

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Interview by LAWRENCE SAUNDERS

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Nathan Carter is a household name in Ireland with fans on both sides of the Irish Sea and beyond, but his road to success started right here in Liverpool.

Ahead of a January gig at the Philharmonic Hall, we caught up with Nathan to talk about growing up in Liverpool, navigating a challenging music business and singing for the Pope.

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You were born and raised in Liverpool but you now live in Ireland. Why did you decide to make the move?

I moved over to Ireland 10 years ago. My mum’s side originated from County Down in the north of Ireland many years ago.

I grew up in Childwall and went to primary and secondary school in Liverpool. I attended St Francis Xavier's College (SFX) until I was 17 and then I left to go gigging.

I was offered about 20 gigs with a band in Ireland and they led to more gigs and eventually I got a house here and I’ve been here ever since.

How did you get into music, particularly this distinctive blend of Irish folk and country?

My grandad was mad into country music all his life - the likes of Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton so I’ve always been into that kind of stuff.

My nana is one of 10 and they’re very much set in the Irish ways and traditions. I was sent to Irish dancing lessons and dragged to the Liverpool Irish Centre to learn the tin whistle and the accordion.

That’s where I got the Irish music from and I started competing in Irish traditional music competitions when I was growing up. I played the accordion and I’d sing.

You had a regular slot performing at The Liffey Bar on Renshaw Street when you were just 16 years old. That must have been some experience for a young lad?

Yeah, I was gigging in lots of pubs around Liverpool and Birkenhead. It was all good experience.

I used to joke that you could buy your whole week’s shopping in the Liffey on a Sunday afternoon.

“I was sent to Irish dancing lessons and dragged to the Liverpool Irish Centre to learn the tin whistle and the accordian. That’s where I got the Irish music from.”

You’ve gone from playing the Liffey to singing for the Pope at Croke Park during his 2018 visit. Were you nervous performing in front of His Holiness?

Yes! It wasn't just in front of the Pope but another 60 or 70 thousand people and everyone watching on television around the world.

It was a big, big honour. There were people like Andrea Bocelli on the bill and Riverdance – it was a massive spectacle.

The coming months will see you play famous venues like Liverpool Philharmonic Hall and the London Palladium, and in between you'll visit the Leeds Irish Centre. Is it important for you to still play these smaller community-type places?

What I find these days is that people don't travel as far to gigs.

The music industry has become kind of tough – even I have noticed that in the last six or seven years. To make money you’ve got to travel to the people.

I guess people have that many things to entertain them now, like Netflix, that didn't exist 10 years ago.

I do a lot of touring and I think generally that’s something you’ll find right across the music business.

If you want to make money [touring] is the only way of doing it these days. It’s definitely not selling records anymore because of the diabolical streaming rates.

Do you look forward to playing Liverpool?

Yes, [Liverpool Philharmonic Hall] is one of my favourite venues to play.

This will be my fifth time at the Phil – last time it was near enough sold out and it was a really good gig.

I get to see family and friends who generally don't come to Ireland or to see me anywhere else so it’s always a special night for me.

I sang at the Phil when I was about 14 years old as part of a competition called ‘Teen Idol’ and also once with the SFX choir. It’s a special place for me.

Do you spend much time over here?

No. I get over every couple of months for a few days just to see family and I’ve got a business which I have to go over and look after every now and again.

I gig so much that I don't get that much time off so I don't get to Liverpool as much as I’d like to, but when I do I make the most of it.

You’ve recently played a number of US dates.

Do you get a good reception from audiences across the pond?

We did some dates there in 2017 and it went very well so we planned a more extended tour this time and we played a lot of new venues.

I recorded a TV special at the 3Arena in Dublin two years ago and it has been shown on a lot of the PBS (Public Broadcasting Service) channels across America which has introduced me to a whole new audience.

Your autobiography was released towards the end of 2018. What was the experience of puDing that together like?

Yeah I wrote an autobiography, which was a bit strange because I was only 27 when Penguin contacted me and asked me if I would consider doing it.

It’s basically the story so far; how I got to where I am today and the struggles along the way, particularly in the music business. It's a very strange business where you meet some nice people and some not so nice people.

Is it true your grandmother looks aCer all your merchandise?

She does! She’s 77 years old but she is there at every UK date I do.

She loves being on the road, meeting people and the buzz of the gigs. I think it keeps her young.

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Forgetting to include other income – We see many examples of people who leave off their salaries from their tax return, believing that as this income is taxed at source, it is not relevant. The same goes for bank interest. It all needs to be included.

Claiming the ‘Wear and Tear’ allowance – When it comes to furnished property you now need to use the renewals basis, i.e. you claim the cost of renewing items of furniture etc. You can no longer claim the old 10% ‘Wear and Tear allowance’.

Offsetting property losses against other income, to generate a refund – You can never (other than for Capital Allowances) set rental losses against your other income, they can only be carried forward to the day that your rental business is in profit.

Putting income from jointly owned property on only one person’s tax return – Many people believe that as long as someone is reporting the rent then that is good enough. Rent and expenses from jointly owned properties need to be split in the proportion of the ownership of the property and reported on the tax returns of all owners.

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Not claiming travelling expenses and other out of pocket expenses – Landlords can claim travel costs when they relate wholly to the letting business. Other common mistakes are omitting expenses like council tax & utility bills for void periods or forgetting to claim for stationery, postage and rental related telephone calls.

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Making a claim for your own time in managing the property business – A landlord cannot claim the cost of his or her own time (unless the property is owned and let by a company).

However landlords could consider paying wages at an appropriate level to another family member who helps with the property business.

Not claiming capital allowances – Landlords who have several properties and carry out their own repairs, can claim a (usually 100%) deduction for relevant equipment purchased. This can apply to vans, office equipment, gardening tools etc.

Assuming that taking your figures to an HMRC contact centre means they have been ‘agreed’ – Discussing your tax return with one of HMRC’s staff at call or contact centres offers no protection against an enquiry, and is not guaranteed to pick up even the most basic errors.

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SEARCHING FOR A SUITABLE FAMILY HOME “It was no longer an option for me to own a home as I had done in the past. Renting now suited my situation, but the quality of rental homes I was looking at was quite poor. For me and my two children, it was important that we found a highquality house located in a good area”, Heather explained.

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Heather found a home at Baytree Lane, Simple Life’s rental development in Middleton, close to plenty of green space. The threebedroom property ticked all the boxes for her family.

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SETTING UP HOME in Planning to spruce up your property or move house during the new year ahead?

Let YM Liverpool be your guide with our rundown of the essential interior style trends and dĂŠcor alterations you can make on a budget and the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s residential areas to keep an eye on in 2019.

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or many of us, the new year brings with it grand plans.

Every 12 months we swear weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re going to eat better, exercise more, drink less and generally become the absolute best version of ourselves we can be.

Inevitably this all goes out the window before the Christmas lights come down so how about some more achievable New Year resolutions this time?

Done right, resolving to update your home or make the switch to a new property could be the canniest decision you make in 2019.

KO that clu er With the whole year ahead of us thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no better time to draw up a list of those time-sapping tasks weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been putting off around the home.

January presents a prime opportunity to clear out a cluttered attic or chaotic cupboard under the stairs.

As you return your tinsel and twinkly lights to their pre-Christmas positions, take stock of what else is taking up your sought-after storage space.

Do you really need to keep that gargantuan video recorder? Will you honestly ever use that popcorn maker again?

Getting rid of personal belongings can be a daunting prospect at first but the contented feeling and extra room you're left with makes it all worth it.

Admittedly itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bit of a first-world problem this one, but the early weeks of 2019 will see your storage space come under extra pressure from unwanted Christmas presents.

According to a YouGov poll, 57% of those who celebrate the holy holiday receive at least one superfluous offering each year.

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HOME

Location, location, location Could 2019 be the year you make your first step onto the property ladder? Or maybe you’re looking to start afresh and buy your next home during the coming 12 months.

Either way, there’s much more to think about than whether a property ticks all of your boxes within its four walls. Picking a prime location is also key, and we’ve called on experts to shed light on the areas expected to thrive this year.

Up & coming & still growing The southern end of Smithdown Road in Wavertree has seen something of a food and drink revolution in recent years.

Acclaimed eatery Belzan, the quirky cereal-focused Tiny Rick’s Cafe and distinct drinking den Handyman Brewery are just three venues which have popped up on one stretch of this busy thoroughfare.

And with a diverse housing supply and prices cheaper than nearby Childwall and Mossley Hill, 2019 could be the year to purchase property in this Liverpool L15 area.

“Wavertree will continue to flourish in the sales market in 2019 with interest remaining high from both residential buyers and investors,” says Martin Unsworth, director at Belvoir South Liverpool.

“The interest in the area around the lower end of Smithdown Road has increased in 2018 and I would expect this to continue.

“Properties which have come on the market have sold quickly and often for above asking price.

“Wavertree will continue to flourish in the sales market in 2019 with interest remaining high from both residential buyers and investors.”

“The majority of interest we have seen in this area has been from young professionals, families and often first-time buyers.”

Meanwhile, Martin’s counterpart at Belvoir’s Liverpool Central office believes the popularity of city centre living will continue to grow at a pace this year thanks again, in part, to an increasingly diverse food and drink offering.

“The city centre benefits from having pockets of areas that offer great bars and restaurants that aren’t too far away from each other such as Liverpool ONE, Castle Street, the Baltic Triangle and Ropewalks to mention a few,” says Adam Rastall.

And with a number of substantial city centre residential schemes expected to complete in the coming 12 months, the area’s livability looks to receive another welcome boost.

One Wolstenholme Square, a mixed-use scheme comprising 447 apartments, is slated for a March finish.

Whilst on the edge of the city centre in the emerging Fabric District, work is progressing well on Fabric District Residence (pictured).

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“Invest in some key pieces that will stand the test of time.”

Mixing textures is a simple way to make a big difference to your home

Interior alterations Part of the fun of setting up a home is stamping your own style on it.

Be it a brand new property to make your mark on or a tired interior that needs a new lease of life, help is at hand to keep your home’s look up to date and on trend in 2019.

Claire Davies of Jamaica Street's Claire Davies Interiors gives her professional opinion on what style trends we should look out for in 2019 and offers some of her top tips for homeowners looking to refresh their décors.

“The beginning of a new year often signals a time for change and for many of us this is especially true when it comes to our living spaces,” says Claire.

“Once all of the Christmas decorations are down and our resolutions are firmly in place we are often left to reflect on our homes and the changes that we’d like to make.

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and further development of some great trends that we saw towards the end of 2018.

“The use of earthy colours; nude, barely there, warm neutrals will remain popular with a continued movement away from minimalism (thank goodness!).

“Layering and adding lots of texture, especially in the form of chunky knits, fringing and tassels, will continue to grow in popularity as will the use of plants within fabric, prints and actual living specimens.

“The use of sustainable textiles and natural fibres in home interiors such as hemp, flax, soy and wool will continue to progress.”

“Layering and adding lots of texture, especially in the form of chunky knits, fringing and tassels, will continue to grow in popularity.”

Cheap changes Refreshing a room doesn’t have to mean a major overhaul and the expense that comes with it.

Small but smart changes can make a surprisingly dramatic difference in your home.

“If you want to make changes but have a small budget then fear not, there is still plenty that you can do,” adds Claire Davies.

“A fresh coat of paint in a carefully chosen colour that works well with the available natural light can make a huge difference.

“If your budget allows, add some new fabrics and don’t forget about different textures.

“Make your space your own and invest in some key pieces that will stand the test of time and stay with you through not only the new year ahead but many more to come.”

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FOOD

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“How will they get the cheese right?” was the burning question my partner and I were asking as we prepared to visit Liverpool’s 100% plant based pizza place, Home Slice.

Although carnivorous, we’re both more than happy to tuck into a meat-free feast from time to time. It’s the dairy delight though – an integral part of pizza, of course – which we both find hard to resist.

In our minds, subject to everything else going swimmingly, Home Slice’s faux cheese of choice could be the decider of whether we deemed our Saturday night visit a hit or a miss. And as we venture into 2019 – a year when the popularity of plant based cuisine is widely tipped to soar – a champion ‘cheese’ could position the pizza purveyor firmly at the forefront of Liverpool’s growing vegan food scene.

We wandered into Renshaw Street’s ornate Grand Central Food Bazaar, where Home Slice is based as a permanent fixture, and picked a table close to our chosen food stand for the evening.

Bustling with diners but relaxed and easy to find a seat, the bazaar seemed a pleasant place to settle for the evening. A live singer performed soulful covers from the lower floor, adding to its Saturday night buzz without being too intrusive.

The hall’s food stands don’t individually serve drinks but a well-stocked bar was on hand to provide a pint of Hell Weathers IPA (£3.85) for

“Home Slice’s food tastes lighter and less greasy, providing all the joy of pizza without the fast food hangover afterwards.”

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Grand Central Food Bazaar, 35 Renshaw Street, Liverpool, L1 2SF

my dinner date while I chose a Tanqueray gin (£4.80) and tonic (£1.55), presented in a balloon glass with garnish.

Tipples in hand, we got straight to work on Home Slice’s menu and it had been kept refreshingly simple.

All pizzas come on 9” bases – a perfect oneperson portion – and are £7.50 with a choice of tomato, BBQ or garlic base. You can then go to town on toppings, with a range of vegan meats and veggies (all 50p each to add).

If it weren’t for the passing mentions of Home Slice’s ‘100% plant based’ USP I could easily have forgotten we were dining vegan style that night. The menu was awash with choices of pepperoni, chicken, ham, chorizo and sausage, as well as options to add extra cheese and sides including garlic mayo. Ice cream was also prominent in the desserts.

I chose a BBQ base topped with sausage, mushrooms, red onion and jalapenos; while my partner picked a tomato base with sausage, jalapenos, red onion, black olives and green peppers.

We also ordered BBQ and garlic mayo dips (50p each) and, detecting our enthusiasm for jalapenos, our server recommended a side of jalapeno dough balls (£4.50 with an accompanying dip of choice). Keen to try them but concerned about overloading on heavy dough, we agreed to share a portion.

After ordering at the counter I returned to our table equipped with a buzzer to notify us when our food would be ready – a standard setup in street food-serving, food hall-style concepts.

It didn’t take long for our feast to be ready and, excited about the meal ahead of us, I collected our stack of boxed up pizzas from the counter.

They certainly looked the part – the ‘cheese’ had melted and bubbled across the bases which appeared to be thin and crispy pizza perfection,

packed to the crusty edges with a generous helping of toppings.

The vegan sausage atop both of our pizzas looked meaty and was filled with herby flavour.

The creamy garlic mayo dip, although dairyfree, was as good as any I’ve had and the BBQ sauce, on my base and on the side, brought a pleasing tangy taste.

One thing that struck us was just how light the pizza dough was. We needn’t have worried about the jalapeno dough balls – which packed a satisfying punch – being too heavy on the side as we powered through our pizzas.

As for the all-important ‘cheese’, it certainly wasn’t the same as the dairy variety - there were no stretchy, stringy bits as I tore the slices apart.

It was, however, lovely and creamy and worked well across the pizzas as well as amongst the dough balls’ jalapeno chunks.

The Home Slice team said they’d invested good time in finding the right faux cheese, testing different ingredients before settling on a coconut-based substance, and this attention to detail paid off.

Confident we had enough room to manage a dessert between us, we finished with chocolate dough balls with ice cream (£6) and a scoop of Biscoff dip (50p).

Beautifully smooth, the ice cream was a delicious accompaniment for the warm, sweet dough balls and their rich chocolate filling.

It was a delicious end to a consistently satisfying pizza feast which, as a meat and dairy eater myself, I can vouch was no less enjoyable than the offering elsewhere.

If anything, Home Slice’s food tastes lighter and less greasy, providing all the joy of pizza without the fast food hangover afterwards.

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W O R D S BY N ATA S H A YO U N G P H OTO S B Y M AT T H E W S M I T H

ON THE RIGHT PATH

With a new year comes new goals. Whether you’re looking to enjoy a more active 12 months, spend less time in front of screens or make more effort to explore areas beyond the city, we’ve got the perfect answer.

Why not make 2019 the year you truly embrace the outdoors and take up hiking?

With our trio of chosen routes you can don your boots and soak up stunning scenery all year round, in destinations little more than 90 minutes from Liverpool.

A Peak District hike to Kinder Scout GETTING THERE Drive to Edale in the Peak District, which takes around an hour and 35 minutes to reach from Liverpool via the M62.

Alternatively you can hop on a train at Liverpool Lime Street to Edale station, which takes around an hour and 40 minutes with a change at Manchester Piccadilly.

The walk: The starting point is located near to Edale train station, where you’ll find a signpost to the start of the Pennine Way just outside of The Old Nags Head pub.

Walk up Grindsbrook Clough on a climb to eventually reach Kinder Scout – the highest point in the Peak District National Park, set within its Dark Peak area – and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful, dramatic scenery and picturesque waterfalls along the way.

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The Grindsbrook Clough route – a well-worn path alongside the water - does involve some scrambling over rocks although nothing too strenuous for inexperienced walkers.

Be aware that on arrival at Kinder Scout, there’s still a long walk before you reach the official summit or the more prominent Kinder Low Trig Point for a photo opportunity and a moment of ‘we made it’ satisfaction, but on a clear

day you can really soak up the views across the national park.

Make your way back down to Edale via the short, steep Jacob’s Ladder path – historically an old packhorse route with stone steps.

Pit stops and a ractions: There’s nothing quite like a visit to the pub at the end of a long walk, and The Old Nags Head conveniently awaits you at the finish line of our chosen walk.

A hit with hikers, this dog-friendly and family-friendly watering hole has bags of authentic countryside character with its low ceilings and stone structure dating back to 1577.

Alternatively the National Trust’s Penny Pot café in Edale offers sustenance in the form of hot

drinks, homemade meals and cakes, along with comfy sofas to sit and rest those weary legs.

And you can learn a lot about the nature in the area or pick up gifts or maps and forgotten outdoor essentials for your walk by popping into the Moorland Centre in Edale.

The hub of moorland research and exhibitions for visitors is set within an eco-friendly building with a living roof of sedum turf.

When to go: The most challenging of our recommended walks, this six to seven-hour Peak District trek is best enjoyed during the spring and summer as rocks and steeper paths can be slippery when wet. Clearer days also enable the spectacular surroundings to truly be enjoyed.

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Windermere’s Orrest Head walk

OUTDOORS

GETTING THERE The journey from Liverpool to Windermere by road takes around one hour and 40 minutes.

The walk: The Lake District’s Windermere is a well-known hotspot for embracing Britain’s beautiful countryside, and this recommended route promises unrivalled views of the area’s famous lake, surrounding Lake District fells, Morecambe Bay and the Pennines.

Prominent British fellwalker, guidebook author and illustrator Alfred Wainwright MBE once said that his visit to Orrest Head “cast a spell that changed my life”. It’s easy to see why when you reach the top of the easy to follow path.

Opposite Windermere’s railway station, a sign for Orrest Head with a hand pointing up a tarmac path will set you on your way to the striking summit.

At the top of the route, which incorporates some stiles along the way, a plaque (pictured) paying tribute to Wainwright highlights the stunning Windermere and the High Fells scenery in

your view.

Venture back down along the same path to complete the walk, totalling around an hour and a half.

Pit stops and a ractions: A relatively short but rewarding walk, the Orrest Head trail should leave plenty of time during a day out in Windermere to explore the village and the iconic lake or popular surrounding locations like Ambleside, Lakeside and Bowness-on-Windermere.

The Hole in t’ Wall pub, originally known as the New Hall Inn, is a favourite amongst ramblers thanks to its range of cask ales and plenty of heritage.

Built in 1612, it’s the oldest pub in Bowness and welcomes families, with dogs allowed into the beer garden.

When to go: A walk to Orrest Head is easy-going enough to be enjoyed at any point of the year.

Llanberis’ Dinorwic Slate Quarry trails GETTING THERE Drive to Llanberis in North Wales – a journey which takes just over an hour and 40 minutes from Liverpool.

The walk: Llanberis is best known as a starting point for the climb up England and Wales’ tallest peak, Mount Snowdon. On the other side of the area’s lake though, a fascinating exploration of Dinorwic Slate Quarry awaits.

Several guided trails are clearly marked out for a walk lasting a couple of hours, but it’s worth factoring in some additional time to find out about the quarry’s history and importance to the area.

Original structures like the Anglesey Barracks (pictured) – two rows of now derelict cottages which once housed quarry workers from Anglesey during the week until they were condemned in 1948 – and the Dinorwic Quarry Hospital can be found along the walk.

Follow the path down from the hospital and, on a clear day, you’ll reach a perfect spot to capture a picture-perfect view of the Snowdonia mountain range across the water.

Pit stops and a ractions: Head inside the old Dinorwic Quarry Hospital - now a museum housing the restored ward, operating theatre and 19th Century medical equipment.

The free to enter National Slate Museum is also close at hand, offering exhibitions as well as year-round slate splitting demonstrations and talks about how a quarry engine works for all the family.

And if you’ve worked up an appetite on the walk, or you’re looking to fill up before you set off, the museum’s Ffowntan café serves up meals, snacks and refreshments with Welsh produce where possible.

When to go: With indoor museums to enjoy and some areas of the route more shaded, the trails around the Dinorwic Slate Quarry can be walked during any season. Clearer, brighter weather can, however, allow you to truly make the most of the Llanberis location and views of Snowdonia.

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YM Liverpool has been scouring the streets to track down the city’s top followers of fashion.

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Tyler

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My jacket is from Resurrection on Bold Street, the jumper is from H&M in New York, the tshirt is from Footlocker in New York, jeans are from Zara and the trainers are Adidas Yeezy 700 from Sevenstore in Liverpool.

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The coat is from Zara, the scarf and bag are from H&M, the shoes are Dr. Martens and my skirt is from Topshop.

Who is your style inspiration?

It’s definitely Kanye West right now.

Who is your style inspiration?

I buy comfy things really. If I could leave the house in my PJs then I would!

What is your favourite shop?

Supreme in New York City.

What is your favourite shop?

Zara.

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My jumper is from H&M and the dungaress are by Lucy & Yak, the bag is by Fjällräven and the shoes are Vans.

Who is your style inspiration?

My style inspiration is colour really. I like to wear a bit of colour, it makes me happy.

What is your favourite shop?

My favourite shop is Primark, I can get so much from there.

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CULTURE

G o a n d see for free MUSIC MEETS FOOTBALL AT BANDS FC DISPLAY

As we enjoy the fun and festivities of Christmas and New Year, our bank balances inevitably take a harsh hit. But January doesn’t have to be a month endured indoors whilst the finances recover.

WHERE? British Music Experience (BME) WHEN? --+, January WHAT’S GOING ON? ‘Bands as football clubs. Football clubs as bands’ is the way social media sensation Bands FC describes its work.

The concept, which combines football team badges with band logos, has amassed 45.5k followers on Twitter, 15.9k followers on Instagram, and is now bringing its free exhibition to the Liverpool waterfront attraction.

As well as seeing the complete set of designs at the BME’s Star Café, visitors will also have chance to buy prints and enamel badges with proceeds going to support Band FC’s chosen charities and sports projects.

Liverpool’s vibrant cultural offering continues throughout the first month of 2019, with some top free-to-enter attractions to explore.

LAST CHANCE TO SEE ‘PUNK 1976-78’

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WHERE? Liverpool Central Library WHEN? Until +, January WHAT’S GOING ON? Step back in time and see the impact punk had on UK music, fashion and design between 1976 and 1978.

This free exhibition, developed jointly by the British Library, Liverpool John Moores University and Liverpool Libraries, explores punk’s roots in the French Situationist movement and New York City art-rock scene through to the rise and fall of the Sex Pistols.

Highlights on display include the band’s handwritten set list and lyrics, John Peel’s personal copy of ‘Teenage Kicks’ by the Undertones, and The Damned drummer Rat Scabies’ leather jacket.

Photo: Jon Barraclough

‘BROKEN SYMMETRIES’ PUTS SPOTLIGHT ON SCIENCE WHERE? FACT WHEN? Until 3 March WHAT’S GOING ON? FACT has worked with Arts at CERN (the arts program of the European Organisation for Nuclear Research, Geneva) to premiere this latest free-to-enter exhibition.

The display brings together 10 new commissions by international artists who aim to understand and question the physical world through the shifting realities of modern science.

Artists include HRM199, Yunchul Kim, Diann Bauer, Juan Cortés, Lea Porsager, Suzanne Treister, Yu-Chen Wang, Semiconductor, Julieta Aranda and James Bridle.

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‘BEYOND THESE ROOMS’ BRINGS ART AND PERFORMANCE WHEN? +- January until . February WHERE? Tate Liverpool WHAT’S GOING ON? ANU and CoisCéim Dance Theatre will propel audiences into the tragic events of Dublin’s North King Street in April 1916, when 15 civilian men were killed in house-to-house raids by British soldiers, with a visual art installation featuring live performances.

The living archive project, built around witness testimonies from key government enquiries in the UK and Ireland into the incident, promises a personal experience as it brings together artefacts, imagery, video and documents to conjoin fact, documentary and fiction.

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