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Speakman Gardens, Steley Way L34 5NQ 2 bedroom apartment at £99,950 HomeBuy Direct price £69,965 now* 3 bedroom townhouse at £154,950 HomeBuy Direct price £108,465 now*

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Contents //// WELCOME TO ISSUE 236

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Hello This issue the spotlight’s on property in Woolton Village, a cultural magnet for families and professionals alike. Easter week saw the arrival of Liverpool One’s Chocolate Fair, a success with Easter bunnies everywhere. See all the pics on page 78. Rent to buy schemes are explained in Hot Topic while our Talent interview with Debbie Ryan, a mosaic artist, forecasts a new trend for interiors.

As always, we’ve sourced the best properties to buy and to rent.

For more news and pictures, visit the website at www.yourmovemagazine.com.

Lucy Oliver Assistant Editor

Advertising Sales Manager Jeff Porter Telephone 0151 709 3871 Assistant Sales Manager Jo Tait Media Sales Executive Rob Galle Art Direction The Design Foundry mail@design-foundry.co.uk Picture Researcher Frances Gill frances@movepublishing.co.uk Credits Bit of a do/Diane Thompson/Streetlife/ Dave Evans/Movers/Graham Hughes Editorial Lucy Oliver, Marya McCann Email post@movepublishing.co.uk Telephone 0151 709 3871 Fax 0151 707 1678 Published fortnightly by Move Publishing Ltd Directors David O’Brien, Kim O’Brien, Fiona Barnet Designed & Produced by The Design Foundry, 36 Henry Street, Liverpool L1 5BS Printing by Precision Colour Printers Ltd Subscriptions and mailing list 0151 709 3871 Distribution Liaison Manager Barbara Troughton Telephone 0151 733 5492 Mobile 077148 14662 Copyright Move Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.

No part of this publication may be reproduced copied or transmitted in any form or by any means or stored in any information storage or retrieval system without the publishers written permission. Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of material published, Move Publishing can accept no responsibility for the veracity of the claims made by advertisers. The views expressed are not necessarily the views of the publisher.

The cancellation deadline for advertising is strictly one week before publication and must be in writing to the sales manager.

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Cover Story 60 Talent in the city Mosaics by Debbie Ryan

Four best buys Featuring Blacks Estate Agents, Sutton Kersh, Priory Property Services and Keppie Massie Residential

32 Four best lets Featuring King Sturge, Property First Asset Management, R-House Lettings and Golding Property Services Ltd

63 Ask the expert Interior dilemmas answered 65 Your Move interiors Green with envy

35 Hot off the press Deposit match scheme in Prescot

67 Green days Ideas for the great outdoors

38 Hot topic How to rent to buy

68 Bit of a do Social events in pictures

41 Have your say How would you take charge of the Budget?

69 Hot in the city All the latest lifestyle news

42 Hot and happening The latest property news and gossip

71 What’s on Shirley Valentine at the Royal Court

Cover Story 45 Area focus Woolton’s in bloom

73 Ladies fashion Pretty playsuits

52 On the ladder with…

Andrula Paraskeva at Golding Property Services Ltd 55 Movers A new build family home in Huyton

75 Men’s fashion Trilby hats make a comeback 77 Table talk Kate Frost dines at Panoramic Cover Story 78 Streetlife Chocoholics flock to Liverpool One

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On The Market //// FOUR MERSEYSIDE PROPERTIES TO SUIT A RANGE OF BUYERS AND TASTES. FOUR BEST BUYS

Oxford Avenue Bootle, L20 £269,950 What’s on offer?

This Victorian style semi has been renovated to an extremely high standard.

Agent’s view

Jo Riley office manager at Blacks Estate Agents

“This excellent property is situated in a popular location off Oxford Road in Bootle, an area which has been transformed with regeneration money. It benefits from not only the quietness of a cul-de sac, but the ease of transport routes and other local amenities, being located off Hawthorne Road, a major road running from Crosby to the town centre.

From stylish kitchen units to feature en-suites, this property has both style and character. The tasteful décor make these properties superb family homes.”

To view this property now, call 0151 933 7077.

Portside House Duke Street, L1 THIS SHOW APARTMENT £174,995* *Other

properties in this development start at £99,950 for a one bedroom apartment.

What’s on offer?

This fantastic city centre two bedroom apartment must be seen to believed.

Agent’s view

Sue Taylor head of Keppie Massie Residential

“A stone’s throw from Liverpool One, you can even see the twinkling lights of John Lewis from your window – it’s every shopaholic’s dream! These new apartments are now available for sale and we have opened a show apartment so that buyers can imagine their new city centre lifestyle. Available with or without parking, the developer is offering many incentives to buyers who would like to live in the heart of our town. We are also offering a select range of apartments to rent.”

To view this property now, call 0151 236 9660.

To view more properties for sale visit yourmovemagazine.com 6

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Beetham Tower Liverpool, L3 £825,000 What’s on offer?

This duplex penthouse apartment has three bedrooms, a stylish fitted kitchen, open plan living area and stunning river and city views.

Agent’s view

Phil Lawton residential sales director at Sutton Kersh

“This property was previously two duplex penthouse apartments that have been combined to make what has to be one of the most impressive apartments in the city. At almost 3000 sq ft it is very spacious and enjoys panoramic views of the city, river and Mersey estuary. If you are looking for the ultimate in luxury, this apartment features air conditioning, integrated sound system and even electrically operated blinds! This apartment has to be seen to be believed.”

To view this property now, call 0151 236 2332.

Morella Road Liverpool, L4 £89,950 What’s on offer?

This two bedroom terraced property offers gardens to front and rear and a conservatory, at a price that’s ideal for first time buyers.

Agent’s view

Sheila Renshaw proprietor at Priory Property Services

“We are delighted to offer this ideal home for first time buyers, which has recently been reduced in prices. The property is well located off Cherry Lane, L4 and is close to local shops, bus routes to the city centre and local schools including St. Matthew’s Catholic Primary School. The property also benefits from double glazing, central heating, a fitted kitchen and front and rear gardens and is in nice decorative order.”

To view this property now call 0151 260 0300.

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sales

City Centre

0151 330 5333

Egerton Street, Georgian Quarter

The Colonnades, Docklands

Manhattan Place, City Centre

Merchants House, Duke Street

Anglican Court, Toxteth

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• 2 bedroom period style end terrace • Solid oak flooring, DG, GCH • Fully fitted kitchen, marble tiling • Vendors will pay legal fees up to £750

• 1 bedroom second floor apartment • CH, secondary glazing, oak flooring • Revealed brickwork, vaulted ceilings • Viewing highly recommended

• 2 bedroom third floor apartment • Electric heating, DG, solid wood flooring • Integrated kitchen appliances • Secure underground parking, balcony

• 2 bed ground floor luxury apartment • EH, DG, laminate flooring • Integrated kitchen appliances • Avail on 75% shared ownership basis

• 2 bedroom first floor apartment • Economy EH, communal gardens • Allocated parking • No chain

oiro £225,000

£195,000

£144,950

£132,950

£129,950

Cable House, City Centre

Liberty Place, City Centre

Henry Street, City Centre

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Wood Street, City Centre

R ed • 2nd floor 2 bedroom apartment • Lounge fitted kitchen, bathroom • Located in popular Ropewalks district • Viewing is highly recommended

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N • Top floor 2 bedroom apartment • Lounge, kitchen, 2 double bedrooms • Electric heating and parking • 80% shared ownership basis

• 2 bedroom duplex apartment • En-suite to the master bedroom • Allocated parking, balcony, river views • Viewing is highly recommended!

• 1 bedroom apartment • Ideally situated for all local amenities • Lounge, fitted kitchen, double bedroom • This apartment must be viewed!!

£119,950

£119,950

£109 950

£104,000

Bedford St South, Georgian Quarter

Deane Road, Kensington

View 146, Everton

Shaw Street, Liverpool

Worcester Court, Bootle

• 2 bedroom 8th floor luxury apartment • Electric heating, DG, laminate flooring • Intercom, lift access, secure parking • Views to Cathedrals and the Irish Sea

• 1 bedroom ground floor flat • Electric heating, laminate flooring • Feature sash windows, parking space • 75% SHARED OWNERSHIP

• Well presented ground floor studio apart • Heated ceilings, DG, storage space • Communal launderette, gardens, parking • Ideal for first time buyer

£99,950

£79,995

£49,950

• 1 bedroom ground floor apartment • Electric heating, laminate flooring • Feature sash windows • Viewing recommended, no chain

£99,999

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• 3 bedroom terraced property • GCH, laminate flooring. alarm • Integrated kitchen appliances • No chain

£99,950

Prescot Old Halsnead Hall, Cronton

Sales: 0151 292 8880 Tarbock Road, Huyton

Long Meadow, Knowsley

Croston Close

Foster Close N

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• 6 bedroom detached • 2 acres of land • Large driveways • Viewing highly recommended

• 5 bedroom detached • 2 reception rooms • Large driveway • Immaculate condition

• 4 bedroom detached • Large driveway • Front and rear gardens • Viewing highly recommended

• Unique 3 bedroom detached bungalow • Large driveway for several cars • Front and rear gardens • Viewing highly recommended

• 4 bedroom detached • Large driveway • Front and rear gardens • Fantastic property

£900,000

£399,950

£350,000

£329,950

£299,000

Sugar Lane, Knowsley

Dulson Way, Prescot

Crossfield Road, Whiston

Woolfall Heath, Huyton

Henlow Avenue, Kirkby

£155,000

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£220,000

• Extended 4 bedroom detached • Driveway, rear garden • Fully fitted kitchen • Viewing highly recommended

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£235,000

• Spacious 4 bedroom detached • En-suite to master bedroom • Driveway, front and rear gardens • Viewing highly recommended

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• 4 bedroom detached • 2 reception rooms • Front and rear garden • Fully refurbished

• 3 bedroom semi detached • Large driveway for two cars • Fully fitted kitchen • Viewing highly recommended

£119,950

City Centre office: Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Prescot office: 19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA

• Large 2 bedroom end terraced • Immaculate condition • Conservatory, large driveway • Viewing highly recommended

£110,000

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lettings

City Centre

0151 330 5321 Dale Street, City Centre

Hudson Gardens, East Village

Elysian Fields, Ropewalks

• Large 4 bedroom apartment • Lounge/dining area, open plan kitchen.

• Bathroom with built in shower, kitchen • GCH and intercom system

• 4 bedroom furnished property • Close to excellent bars and restaurants • Kitchen with built-in cooker & fridge • Open plan lounge and kitchen, en-suite

• Luxury new build 2 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished, duplex penthouse • Large living area, en-suite, balcony • Fully fitted kitchen, secure parking

£1040pcm

£1000pcm

£800pcm

£750pcm

£750pcm

Aigburth Road, Aigburth

Hudson Gardens, East Village

The Anchorage, Docklands

Hudson Gardens, East Village

Royal Quay, Docklands

Livingstone Drive South, Aigburth

Limited number of 2 bed luxury aparts • Available furnished or unfurnished • Secure allocated parking available • 24 hour concierge

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Stanley Street, City Centre

• Stunning 2 bedroom apartment • Views across Sefton Park, Lark Lane • En suite to master bedroom • Property benefits from parking

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• Luxury 2 bedroom city centre apart • Unfurnished • Secure allocated parking • Modern fully fitted kitchen

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• 2 bedroom second floor apartment • Recently refurbished and modernised • Fully fitted kitchen with white goods • Veranda with views, allocated parking

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• Stunning 4th floor 2 bedroom apart • Lounge area opening on to balcony • Fully fitted kitchen, parking • FIRST MONTHS RENT HALF PRICE

£700pcm

£650pcm

£650pcm

£625pcm

£625pcm

Liberty Place, City Centre

St Michaels Road, Aigburth

Croftwood Grove, Whiston

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Warrington Road, Prescot

£595pcm

£575pcm

Mirfield Street, Kensington

Chandlers Way, Sherbourne Park

Hargreaves Road, Aigburth

• 2 bedroom furnished apartment • Open plan lounge and dining area • Fully fitted kitchen with all white goods • Allocated parking, river views

£575pcm

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£595pcm

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• 3 bedroom semi-detached property • Close to all local amenities • Front and rear gardens • Viewing highly recommended

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N • 2 bedroom apartment • Unfurnished •Close to local amenities/transport links • Early viewing highly recommended!!

• 1 bedroom fifth floor apartment • Fitted kitchen, balcony • EH, DG and allocated parking • Viewing is highly recommended

• 2 bedroom first floor apartment • Close to all local amenities • Allocated parking • Viewing highly recommended

£550pcm

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Jugglers Yard, City Centre EW N

• Rrefurbished 3 bedroom end terrace • 2 double beds and a single bedroom • Large family bathroom • Fully fitted kitchen with all white goods

• 2 bedroom new build apartment • Open plan living/dining/kitchen area • En-suite to master bedroom • Allocated and visitor parking available

• High Standard 1 bed first floor apart • Close to the popular Lark Lane area • Modern bathroom with shower • GCH, intercom system, parking

£500pcm

£450pcm

£450pcm

Aigburth Road, Aigburth

South Road, Grassendale

Lockerby Road, Kensington

• Executive one bedroom flat • Close to Sefton Park, Lark Lane • GCH, intercom system, • Stylish kitchen integrated cooker & hob

• 1 bedroom top floor flat • Fully fitted kitchen, driveway parking • Set in surroundings of Grassendale Park • Must be seen to be appreciated

£395pcm

£395pcm

• 1 bedroom ground floor apartment • Unfurnished • GCH, electric shower • Blinds throughout, parking

• Limited number of 1 bedroom apartments • Fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances • Parking and high specification furnishings available • Must be viewed!!

£295pcm

City Centre office: Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Prescot office: 19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA

£550pcm

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City Centre Office, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel: 0151 236 2332

COLONNADES

ARMSTRONG QUAY

IS HERE AND BUYERS HAVE RETURNED CALL FOR YOUR FREE SALES VALUATION HENRY STREET

Town House, two double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, utility room, contemporary bathroom, gas central heating, inspection recommended

NEW

£199,950

CABLE YARD

First floor studio apt, open plan living area, kitchen, bedroom, dbl glazing

NEW

£69,950

ADLER WAY

Offers over £90,000

Third floor apt, open plan living area, dbl bedroom, modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, upvc dbl glazing, gas central heating, secure car space £89,950

HARTINGTON ROAD

First floor apartment, double bedroom, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, modern bathroom, no chain.

£64,950

ROYAL QUAY

Ground floor apartment, one bedroom, open plan living area, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, no chain, with secure parking

£79,950

BEETHAM TOWER

LD SO

LD SO

BEETHAM TOWER

LD SO

LD SO

0151 236 2332

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Third floor apt, two bedrooms, open plan living area, kitchen, bathroom/wc, upvc dbl glazing, balcony rail, city views

THE REACH

First floor apt, two dbl bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, secure car space

WATERLOO QUAY

MARLBOROUGH STREET

LD SO

LD SO

SPRING SWEETING STREET

BACK CANNING STREET

£102,950

HATTON GARDEN

First Floor Apartment, 2 bedrooms, open plan living area, kitchen, bathroom/WC, en-suite shower room.

£119,950

Duplex penthouse apartment, three bedrooms, spacious open plan living area, stylish fitted kitchen, two bathrooms, en-suite shower room, cloakroom/wc, two secure car spaces included further two car spaces available separately, air conditioning, stunning river and city views

£825,000

BEETHAM TOWER

Twentieth floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, ensuite shower room, river views, no chain, car space.

£154,950

Public Notice Sutton Kersh are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £105,000 for apt 35 Adler Way Liverpool L3 4FX. Anyone wishing to place an offer on the property should contact Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange Street east Liverpool L2 3PQ tel 0151 236 2332 before exchange of contracts.

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LETTINGS DEPARTMENT 0870 142 0390 incorporating Thomson & Moulton

We have a wide range of properties available!

WOOLTON ROAD, L25

4 bedroom detached house, conservatory, flexi furnished, central heating, double glazing, en-suite facilities

£1600pcm

FRANCIS WAY, L16

3 bedroomed semi detached house, central heating, double glazing, flexi furnished, driveway

£750pcm

WOODEND AVENUE, O25

3 bedroom semi detached house, double glazing, central heating, gardens front and rear

£595pcm

FAVERSHAM ROAD, L11

2 bedoomed unfurnished mid terraced house, double glazing, central heating

£450pcm

YE PRIORY COURT, L25

3 bedroom furnished duplex apartment, private wooded area, central heating, double glazing, allocated parking

£1600pcm

ST GABRIELS HOUSE, L8

2 bedroomed 1st floor unfurnished apartment, double glazing, central heating, ensuite to master bedroom

£670pcm

ABINGDON GROVE, L4

3 bedroomed furnished town house, double glazing, central heating, paved garden

£500pcm

FRANCINE CLOSE, L3

2 bedroomed unfurnished apartment, central heating, double glazing, £200.00 deposit

£425pcm

BARCHESTER DRIVE, L17

5 bedroomed executive residence, en-suite facilities, walk in wardrobe, fully fitted kitchen, DG, CH

£1500pcm

CALDERWOOD PARK, L27

3 bedroomed unfurnished semi detached house, double glazing, central heating

£625pcm

BOLD STREET, L1

1 bedroom part furnished apartment, city centre location, central heating, double glazing

£475pcm

HOLMEFIELD ROAD, L19

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE, L3

4 bedroom semi detached, fully furnished, central heating, double glazing

2 bedroomed duplex furnished apartment, double glazing, central heating, secure parking, river views

£1200pcm

From £800pcm

CHANCELLOR COURT, L7

2 bedroom 1st floor furnished apartment, central heating, double glazing, parking

£625pcm

LARCHTREE MEWS, L12

2 bedroomed part furnished 1st floor apartment, double glazing, central heating, ensuite to master bedroom, allocated parking

£450pcm

CHAPEL GARDENS, L5

BALMORAL COURT, L13

1 double bedroom apartment, double glazing, central heating

1 bedroom 2nd floor unfurnished apartment, gas central heating, double glazing, parking

£400pcm

£340pcm

CHANDLERS WHARF, L1

2 bedroomed, unfurnished apartment, central heating, double glazing, parking

£600pcm

MINSTER COURT, L7

2 bedroomed 3rd floor furnished apartment, double glazing, central heating, close to City Centre

£450pcm

CHURCH ROAD WEST, L4

1 large bedroom, part furnished, central heating

£325pcm

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Horsefall, L8

A middle terrace, lounge, kitchen with fitted oven, hob and hood, single storey, extension to rear, first floor bathroom, two bedrooms, rear garden, double glazing, gas central heating, off road parking to the rear of property

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£64,950

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CATHERINE HOUSE First floor apartment in a Grade II listed building. Comprising one bedroom, open plan kitchen and living area and shower room. Original features and sashwindows. Secure, allocated parking.

STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

£110,000

CATHARINE STREET Spacious first floor apartment in recently converted Georgian guesthouse. Two double bedrooms, large living area, fully fitted kitchen separated by feature lit wall and bathroom. The property benefits from original features. Residents parking permits, secure parking available for additional £15,000 STAMP DUTY EXEMPT £165,000

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Duplex apartments comprising two double bedrooms, split level lounge and diner, separate kitchen, bathroom and ensuite. Original features and river views. 24 hour security, allocated parking and visitors parking available.

MANOLIS YARD Duplex penthouse in Manolis Yard development. Fitted kitchen, lounge with views over the city centre, dining room/3rd bedroom, two additional double bedrooms, bathroom and ensuite. Balcony and roof terrace offer panoramic views over the city. Secure parking. £349,950

SANDON STREET Beautifully presented town house. Two reception rooms, kitchen and dining area, five bedrooms, two bathrooms and shower room. Original features cornicing, skirting, sash windows and fireplaces to all rooms. Rear walled garden and street parking for residents and visitors.

£215,000

NORTH QUAY Beautiful apartment in converted warehouse. Comprising two double bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and bathroom. Beautiful original features, views over the dock, secure parking.

Recently reduced for a quick sale £215,000

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THE COLONNADES Second floor apartment with dock and city views in the exclusive Albert Dock.

Comprising lounge and dining areas, kitchen, two double bedroooms, bathroom and ensuite. Secure underground parking and 24 hour concierge £294,950

FALKNER STREET Townhouse, recently converted in the Georgian Quarter. Comprising 3 reception rooms, kitchen/diner, five double bedrooms, four bathrooms and WC. Rear courtyard. Residents parking permits

£525,000

£525,000

Argyle Court Unfurn, studio ........................................................ £395pcm National Bank Two bedrooms, unfurnished .......................... £495pcm Commutation Plaza One bed, furnished, secure parking... £575pcm South Ferry Quay One bed, furnished, parking .................... £575pcm Catharine House One bed, furn, parking ............................... £575pcm Cable Yard Two bed, furnished ................................................ £580pcm City Quay Two beds, furnished, parking ...... (inc water bills) £595pcm Cinnamon Building Two beds, unfurnished, parking ................ £600pcm Hatton Garden Two beds, furnished, permit parking............. £600pcm South Ferry Quay Two beds, furnished, parking.................... £625pcm Eden Square One bed, furnished and parking ...................... £625pcm The Albany One bed, fully furnished .......................................... £625pcm The Anchorage Two beds, furnished, parking ............................ £625pcm X Buildings Two beds, furnished ................................................ £650pcm Catharine Street Two beds, unfurnished, parking ................. £675pcm Rodney Street Two dble beds, furnished, permit parking .... £675pcm Waterloo Quay Two bed, furnished, parking ............................. £695pcm Cinnamon Buildings Two bed duplex, parking .......................... £750pcm Pall Mall Two beds, penthouse, furnished, parking .................... £950pcm Unity Building Two dble beds, furn/unfurn, parking ..... From £1000pcm

Available to view now!!

King Sturge is proud to announce that One Park West is complete.

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Arrange to view now to avoid disappointment

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PRIORY Property Services Independent Estate Agents

• Competitive fixed sale fee • Quality of service second to none

• Established for 16 years • Commitment to customer care

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Stansfield Avenue, L5

Lincoln Close, L6

Landseer Road, L5

Corwen Road, L4

Sherwyn Road, L4

£146,950

£133,000

£129,950

£129,950

£129,000

Broad Lane, L11

Stanley Park Ave South, L4

Broad Lane, L11

Hornsey Road, L4

Ayshire Road, L4

£119,950

£110,000

£109,950

£105,000

£105,000

St. Domingo Grove, L5

Edith Road, L4

Mostyn Close, L4

Harrow Road, L4

Dane Street, L4

(5% cash back on completion)

£99,000

£95,000

£85,000

£77,000

£75,950

Sunlight Street, L4

Winchester Road, L4

Dewsbury Road, L4

Cherry Lane, L4

Waltham Road, L6

£69,950

£65,950

£65,000

£65,000

£59,950

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BLACKS ESTATE AGENTS 9 HARRIS DRIVE, LITHERLAND, MERSEYSIDE L20 6LD

Email: info@mike-black.co.uk Website: www.mike-black.co.uk Fax: 0151 933 4033

TEL: 0151 933 7077 Oxford Road, Bootle

Seven Bedroom Semi, Cloakroom/Cellar Rooms, Three Storey, Two Bathrooms, Three Reception Rooms, Three Car Drive, DG

Brook Road East, Waterloo

Four Bed Semi Detached, Bathroom, Three/ Four Receptions, Drive, Garage, DG & GCH, Gardens, En-Suite, Kitchen/Diner, No Chain

Blueberry Fields, Fazakerley

Adelaide Road, Seaforth

Four Bed Detached, Garage Conversion, DG & GCH, 5 Car Block Paved Drive, En-Suite, Utility/Cloakroom, Gardens/Store, Cul-De-Sac

Three Storey Semi Detached, Gardens & Courtyard, Five/Six Bedrooms, Parking/Cellars DG & GCH, Cul-De-Sac, Two Bathrooms

£274,950

£229,950 OIRO

£224,950

£219,950 OIRO

Oakmere Close, Orrell Park

Alexandra Road, Crosby

Church Road, Litherland

Ashbrook Drive, Fazakerley

Three Bed Semi Detached, Modern Bathroom, Two Reception Rooms, 3-4 Car Drive/Garage, DG, GCH, Gardens, Modern Kitchen/Diner

Three Bedroom Detached, Utility/Cloakroom, Two Reception Rooms, En Suite, Conservatory, Drive/Garage, DG & GCH, Gardens

Four/Five Bed Detached, Conservatory, 2/3 Reception Rooms, Fully Modernised, DG, GCH, 6 Car Drive/ Garden, Cloak Room

Four Bed Semi Detached, 60ft Garden, Part Modernised, Family Property, GCH, Possible Multiple Occupancy, Two Car Drive To Rear

£219,950

£185,000 OIRO

£184,950

£177,950

Chesterfield Road, Crosby

Maskel Road, Old Swan

Claremont Road, Seaforth

Jersey Close, Bootle

Semi Detached, Utility/Cloakroom, Corner Plot, Drive, Garage To Side, Three Bedrooms, Feature Gardens, DG & GCH, No Chain

End Terrace, Bathroom, Four/Five Bedrooms, Fully Refurbished, DG & GCH, Multiple Occupancy, Kitchen, Income £1405pm

Semi Detached, Modern Bathroom, Three Bedrooms, Drive, Garage, Two Reception Rooms, Gardens, DG & GCH, Tasteful Decor

Linked Semi, Modern Bathroom, Three Bedrooms, Stylish Kitchen, DG & GCH, Parking, Feature Gardens, No Chain

£174,950 No Offers

£134,950

£124,950

£119,950 OIRO

Lydbury Crescent, Kirkby

First Avenue, Fazakerley

Dickens Close, Kirkby

Callaghan Close, Kirkdale

Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner, Three Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Two Reception Rooms, Paved Garden, Part DG, No Chain

Ground Floor Apartment, Modern Fitments, Three Bedrooms, Modern Kitchen/Diner, DG, Modern Bathroom, GCH, Parking/Gardens

£117,950

£114,950 OIRO

£99,950

£87,950

Alicia Walk, Fazakerley

Fourth Avenue, Fazakerley

Holland Court, Sefton

Fulwood Way, Litherland

Mid Town House, GCH, Three Bedrooms, Front & Rear Gardens, Two Reception Rooms, Communal Parking, Double Glazing, No Chain

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£87,500

£84,950 OIRO

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£83,950 OIRO

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£79,950

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Upper Duke St L1

• Georgian Style Town House • Six Good Sized Bedrooms • Stunning Kitchen/Diner • Arranged Over Four Floors • City Centre Location

Menlove Avenue L18

Bellevue Road L25

• 4 Bedroom Semi Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Study, Kitchen Diner • Family Bathroom, DG, GCH • Gardens, Detached Garage

• Extended Semi Detached • Three Bedrooms • Kitchen / Family Room • Front and Rear Lounge • Study and Utility Room

Greenodd Avenue L12

• 4 / 5 Bed Extended Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Extended Fitted Kitchen • DG, GCH • Off Road Parking

£475,000

£399,995

£250,000

£250,000

Sandicroft Road L12

Newcastle Road L15

Ferguson Road L11

Gidlow Road L13

• 5 Bedroom Detached House • 2 Reception Rooms • Extended Fitted Kitchen • Dining Area, Study • En Suite, REDUCED

• 3 Bed Terrace • 2 Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen • Family Bathroom • DG, GCH

£200,000

Thingwall Lane L14 E TO L

£154,950

Dalegarth Avenue L12 ET TO L

T

• Semi Detached Property • 4 Bedrooms, Ensuite • Family Bathroom, Gardens • Fitted Dining Kitchen • Lounge and Dining Room

• Stunning Detached Property • 4 Good Sized Bedrooms • En Suite and Family Bathroom • Lounge/Dining Room • Dining Fitted Kitchen, Unfurn

£900pcm

Limedale Road L18 E TO L

T

Stratham Avenue L18

£650pcm

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T

Lentworth Court L17

£600pcm

Salcombe Drive L25 E TO L

• 1st Floor Luxury Apartment • 3 Bedrooms, Part Furnished • Lounge/Dining Room • Master En-Suite • Family Bathroom

• Extended Semi Detached • 3 Good Sized Bedrooms • 3 Reception Rooms • Family Bathroom, Kitchen • Part Furnished

T

£700pcm

Redoaks Way L26 T

£595pcm

£214,950

Albany Road L7

• 1 Bedroom Terraced, Study • Open Plan Lounge • Fitted Kitchen, DG, GCH • Ideal First Time Buy • Decked Yard

£69,950

Millersdale Road L18 E TO L

T

• Character Semi Detached • 3 Bedrooms • Lounge and Dining • Newly Fitted Kitchen/Bathroom • Excellent Location

£695pcm

£675pcm

Wavertree Nook Rd L15 E TO L

• New Build Apartment • 2 Bedrooms • Master En-Suite & Bathroom • Lounge, Dining kitchen • Allocated parking, Unfurn

• 3 Bedroom Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen, En Suite • Double Glazing • Gas Central Heating

£83,950

ET TO L

E TO L

• Terraced Property • 3 Bedrooms • Lounge/Dining Room • Open Plan Kitchen & Utility • Bathroom, Part furnished

• Two Bedroom Terraced • Through Lounge Diner • GCH, DG • Upstairs Bathroom • REDUCED

£109,950

£875pcm

E TO L

• Duplex Apartment, Unfurn • Lounge/Dining room • 2 Double Bedrooms • Fitted Dining Kitchen • Oak Flooring Throughout

• Three Bed Semi Detached • Lounge & Dining Room • Fitted Kitchen, DG, GCH • Rear Garden with Patio • Garage

Oakhill Park L13

T

Althorp Street L8 E TO L

• 1st Floor Apartment • 3 Good Size Bedrooms • Lounge, Fitted Kitchen • Family bathroom • Unfurnished

£575pcm

T

• Two Bedrooms Terraced • Lounge-Dining Room • Modern Kitchen, GCH • Bathroom. Unfurnished • No Dss No Smokers

£375pcm

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Manolis Yard, L1 - £725pcm

Waterloo Rd, L22 - £625pcm

Belvedere House, L8 - £625pcm

Princes Ave, L8 - £600pcm

Standale Rd, L15 - £550pcm

Modern 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment with Balcony

Newly built 2 bed apartments, fully integrated kitchen and parking

Ultra modern 2 bed apartments, all appliances, lift to all floors.

Large 2 bedroom flat, fully furnished.

Large 2 bedroom house with appliances

Croxteth Rd, L8 - £550pcm

Livingston Ave, L17 - £500-£525pcm

Lockfields View, L3 - £475pcm

Palmerston Rd, L18 - £475pcm

Botanic Road, L7 - £475pcm

Large 2 bedroom modern flat with off street parking.

Selection of 2 Bedroom apartments near Sefton Park.

Large 2 bedroom modern furnished flat.

Large 1 bedroom flat with good links to transport

Modern 2 bedroom flat, recently renovated.

Princes Rd, L8 - £450-550pcm

Parkfield Rd, L17 - £425pcm

Salisbury Rd, L15 - £385pcm

Ashfield, L15 - £380pcm

Alexandra Rd, CH43 - £350-450pcm

Selection of 1 and 2 Bedroom apartments with modern kitchens

Large 1 bedroom flat inclusive of central heating bills

Large 1 bedroom flat, double glazing, modern kitchen

Large 2 bedroom flat with rear garden space.

Large 1 and 2 bedroom apartments with appliances

Borrowdale Rd, L15 - £220,000

Victoria Ct, L15 - £165,000

Eastdale Rd, L15 - £129,950

Kellitt Road, L15 - £117,000

NEW

Kellitt Road, L15 - £112,000 NEW

Four bed, mid terrace

Three bed, semi detached

Three bed, mid terrace

Three bed, end terrace

Three bed, mid terrace

Deverell Grove, L15 - £105,000

Bishopgate St, L15 - £99,000

Strathcona Road, L15 - £95,000

McDonald St, L15 - £96,500

Ash Grove, L15 - £85,000

Three bed, end terrace

Two bed, mid terrace

Two bed, mid terrace

Two bed, mid terrace

Two bed, mid terrace

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AN EXPANDING NETWORK OF OVER 40 OFFICES - BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY NEW

NEW PRICE

HATTON GARDEN, L3 £650pcm

HILARY AVENUE, L14 £625pcm

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £550pcm

PARK LANE, L30 £550pcm

Two Bedroom Furnished Apartment, Reception Room, Dining/Kitchen Area, Ensuite to Master Bedroom, Two Double Bedrooms, Electric Heating, Residents Garden

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Conran Designed One Bedroom Apartment, Fully Furnished, Superb New Waterfront Development, Located on 9th Floor, On Site Concierge Service, Double Glazed, Electric Heating System

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NEW

NEW PRICE

ALTMOOR ROAD, L36 £475pcm

DAPPLE HEATH AVENUE, L31 £525pcm

AVON CLOSE, L33 £525pcm

BRAVERY COURT, L19 £495pcm

Three Bedroom Unfurnished End Terrace, Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Family Shower Room, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Rear Garden

Two Bedroom 1st Floor Modern Apartment, Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Four Piece Bathroom, Allocated Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing

Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Through Reception Room, Modern Style Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, DG, GCH System, Driveway Parking, Rear Garden

Two Bedroom Unfurn Ground Floor Apartment, Open Plan Lounge/Diner/Kitchen with Integral Appliances, Family Bathroom, En Suite, DG, EH, Audio Entry System, Allocated Parking

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

AVINGTON CLOSE, L12 £495pcm

ULDALE CLOSE, L11 £475pcm

LOWBRIDGE COURT, L19 £450pcm

LOWBRIDGE COURT, L19 £425pcm

First Floor Two Bedroom Modern Maisonette, UnFurnished, Lounge, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Enclosed Garden, Allocated Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing

Spacious Three Bedroom Unfurnished Mid-Terrace, Lounge/Diner, Modern Fitted Kitchen, Downstairs Shower Room, Driveway Parking, GCH system, DG, Large Enclosed Rear Garden

Two Bedroom Unfurnished Apartment, superb Commuter Location, Easy Access to Liverpool South Parkway, Lounge/Diner, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Allocated Parking, EH, DG

Two Bedroom Unfurnished Apartment, Superb Commuter Location, Easy Access to Liverpool South Parkway, Lounge/Diner, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Allocated Parking, DG, EH

NEW

NEW PRICE

DANE STREET, L4 £425pcm

CATHEDRAL ROAD, L6 £425pcm

EAST PRESCOT ROAD, L14 £425pcm

WARWICK ROAD, L36 £295pcm

Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Unfurnished, Reception, Fitted Kitchen, Downstairs Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Double Glazed, Gas Central Heating System, Rear Yard

Two Bedroom First Floor Flat, Lounge, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Large Bedrooms, Conveniently Located Close to Local Transport Links and Amenities

One Bedroom Unfurnished Second Floor Apartment, Reception Room, Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

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GREY ROAD WALTON 7 bedroom unfurn house, recently refurbished 2 fitted bathrooms, 3 reception rooms, gardens front & back, fitted carpets on stairs, laminate flooring, alarmed, blinds, fitted kitchen

£795PCM

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£720PCM

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£600PCM

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1 bedroom fully furnished apartment, close to Royal Liverpool Hospital, secure parking, integrated appliances in kitchen, fitted bathroom with shower, DG, GCH

£550PCM UNFURN, £600 FURN

£525PCM

HAYWOOD RD, L28 3 bed unfurn house, newbuild, fitted kitchen, ensuite to master, family fitted bathroom, carpets throughout, patio doors, gardens, DG, GCH, blinds on windows, front driveway

£500PCM

TOPAZ CLOSE, WALTON 1 bed unfurnished apart, recently refurbished, fitted kitchen with hob & oven, laminate flooring, fitted bathroom with shower, GCH, DG, blinds on windows, secure private parking

£390PCM

CITY VIEW, LIVERPOOL 2 bedroom unfurn apart, close to Royal Liverpool Hospital, DG, blinds on windows, fitted kitchen, fitted bathroom with shower, GCH, laminate flooring, excellent condition

£500PCM

ALBANY ROAD, KENSINGTON 1 bedroom unfurnished flat, laminate flooring, fitted kitchen with hob & oven, fitted bathroom with shower, blinds on windows

£500PCM

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£495PCM

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Allerton 1 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill Tel: 0151 280 4047

Beechtree Road, L15

Royal Quay, L3

Holly Court, L19

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£135,000

£129,950

£121,995

£119,950

3 Bedroom Mid Terrace Alarmed, Downstairs w/c Double Glazed, GCH Driveway, Front & Rear Gardens

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Mid Terrace Two Double Bedrooms, Two Reception Rooms Double Glazed Fitted Kitchen, GCH, Yard To Rear

Springbourne Road, L17

Heysmoor Heights, L8

Sunningdale Road, L15

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£119,950

£118,950

£109,950

£104,950

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£90,000

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£89,950

£84,950

2 Bedroom, Mid Terrace Double Glazed, GCH Lounge, Fitted Kitchen Downstairs Bathroom, Rear Yard

2 Bedroom, Terrace Investment Opportunity Viewings Recommended No Chain

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apartment • Intercom security system • Double glazing, electric heating • Secure allocated parking space • Fantastic city centre location

£575pcm

City Quay, Docklands

The Foundry, Ropewalks

• Superb 2 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished to a high standard • Secure allocated parking space • Communal gardens • Fabulous cathedral views

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• Large 2 double bed apartment • Fully furnished, double glazed • Allocated parking space • Communal gardens • Views to Wirral & North Wales

From £538pcm

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A range of superb 2 bedroom unfurnished luxury apartments situated in the heart of the historic Ropewalks area of the city centre and just a short walk from the brand new Liverpool 1 shopping development.

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£750pcm

• 2 bedroom furnished

£650pcm

• 2 bedroom unfurnished apart • Fabulous dockland location • Central heating, double glazing • Secure allocated parking space • Available from 25th April

• Large 5 bedroom terrace • Fully furnished throughout • Gas central heating • Ideal for students sharing • Close to all bus routes to city

£750pcm

Princes Gardens, City Centre

NEW

• Executive 2 bedroom furnished apartment • Secure undercroft parking space • Stunning cathedral views from terrace • Integrated kitchen appliances • 24 hour onsite security, lift access • En suite shower room

Shandon Court, London Road

• 2 bedroom unfurn apartment • Electric heating, lift access • Terrace with city views • Ideal for 2 students sharing • Excellent city centre location

£500pcm

£500pcm

London Road, City Centre

Acorn Court, Toxteth

Buckingham Place, Everton

Temple Court, Cavern Quarter

Princes Gardens, City Centre

• Luxury 1 bed furnished apart • Maintained to highest standards • Fully fitted kitchen • Fitted wardrobes • Juliette style balcony, oak flooring

• 1 bedroom furnished apartment • Electric heating, double glazing • Secure allocated parking space • Intercom security system • Landscaped communal gardens

• Range of 1 bedroom apartments • All fully furnished, lift access • Double glazing, central heating • Excellent city centre location • Ideal for University & hospitals

• 1 bedroom quasi-semi detached • Fully furnished throughout • Allocated parking space • Communal gardens • Quiet location close to cathedral

• 1 bedroom furnished apartments • Secure gated development • Warm air heating system • Quiet residential location • Ideal for University & hospital

£500pcm

£495pcm

From £400pcm

£400pcm

£375pcm

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Castle Estates

The Courtyard

Asbury Brook

53 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill, Liverpool L18 2DA t: 0151 738 1619 • 3 bedrooms • Duplex apartment • Private entrance

e: liverpool@castle-estates.co.uk w: www.liverpool.castle-estates.co.uk Orchard Cottages

• 2 bedroom cottage • New build • Gas fire • Separate kitchen/lounge

L25

£900pcm

Grange Lane

• 2 bedrooms • Recently refurbished • Garage • Off road parking

L25

Barnmeadow Road

• 2 bedroom house • Furnished • Carpets • Kitchen/diner • Shower

L25

£625pcm

Hale Road

£695pcm

The Lodge

L18

Office Space

Archbishops House

• Fully furnished • Serviced • Broadband • Includes Council Tax

• Range of 1/2/3 bed aparts • Grade II listed building • Recently refurbished

L18

£695pcm

Bodmin Way

• 3 bedroom lodge • CH • Lounge/diner • Fitted kitchen • Patio

£600pcm

Allerton Road

L18

• 3 bed semi detached • Lounge/diner • Kitchen • Family bathroom

L26

£600pcm

Riverside Park

L25

£650pcm

Verdala Park

• 2 bedrooms • New bathroom • Furnished/unfurnished

L18

£595pcm

£1500pcm

Eaton Road

• 3 bedroom house • Recently refurbished • Lounge • Dining room

L12

£650pcm

Winchfield Road

• 3 bed end terrace • Part furnished • GCH • Alarmed

L15

£595pcm

• 2 en-suite bedrooms • Residents gymnasium • Underground parking

L17

£925pcm

Barrington Road

• 3/4 bedrooms • Fully furnished • CH • Recently refurbished

L15

£650pcm

The Collegiate

• 1 bedroom apartment • Listed building • 2 levels • Fully furnished

L6

£575pcm

Ellerman Road

St Annes Court

• Selection of 2 bed aparts • Unfurnished/furnished • Open plan kitchen/lounge

• 2 bedroom apartment • 3rd floor • Fully furnished •EH • Private parking

Abbeygate Aparts

Awaiting Photograph

• 3 bedrooms • Unfurnished • GCH • Large kitchen

L4

£550pcm

Wharncliffe Road

• 3 bedrooms • Unfurnished • Refurbished

L13

L18

£550pcm

Beech Court

• 1 bedroom flat • Fully furnished • Parking • Economy 7 heating

£500pcm

Bodmin Street

• 2/3 bedroom terrace • Furnished • Lounge • Large loft conversion

L4

• 3 bedroom flat • Secure gated entrance • Furnished/unfurnished

£450pcm

L18

£500pcm

Richmond Park

• 2 bed • Unfurnished • Refurbished • New kitchen • Through lounge

L6

£450pcm

• 2 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished • DG • GCH • Allocated parking

L17

£550pcm

• Selection of apartments • Modern fitted kitchen • Refurbished • Parking

L15

Primula Drive

• 3 bed semi detached • Kitchen/lounge/diner • Garden to front and rear

L9

£495pcm

Smithdown Road

• Newly refurbished • DG, GCH • Unfurnished • Popular area

L8

£425pcm

from

£550pcm

L3

Brooklands

• 2 bedrooms • Unfurnished • EH • Private parking

L17

from

£475pcm

Woodbine Street

• 3 bed terrace • New bathroom suite • DG • GCH • Yard

L5

£395pcm

from

£550pcm

L18

Wells Street

• 2 bedroom terrace • Recently refurbished • DG • Fitted kitchen • GCH

L15

£475pcm

St Marys Avenue

• 2 bedroom terrace • Unfurnished • GCH • DG • Close to amenities

L4

£395pcm

£525pcm

View 146

• 2 bedrooms • 14th floor • Open plan kitchen/lounge • Residents gymasium

L5

£450pcm

Webster Road

• 2 double bedrooms • Lounge/diner • kitchen • Unfurnished • GCH

L7

£350pcm

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INVESTORS AND LANDLORDS TAKE NOTE! Now is the time to invest and the opportunities are out there.

Next Auction:

Thursday 7th May 2009 Crowne Plaza Hotel, The Aerodrome, Speke, Liverpool, L24 8QD Call Kate Hughes today for an auction catalogue or to submit properties for our auction on 2nd July.

Tel: 0151 260 9873 Email: katehughes@mpalimited.co.uk

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Can’t sell?

Consider renting instead.

Call 0151 706 0505 liverpool@bradley-beazley.co.uk www.bradley-beazley.co.uk 51A Rodney Street, Liverpool L1 9ER

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CORPORATE LETTINGS DEPARTMENT 43-47 CABLEHOUSE, CHEAPSIDE, LIVERPOOL L2 2DY T:0151 236 3366 | F:0151 236 0908 E:info@propertyfirstassets.com W:propertyfirstcorporatelettings.co.uk Mono Building, L3

Two bedroom apartment, City Centre property, Fully Furnished, Door security intercom, Viewing highly recommended

£550 PCM

Upper Parliament Street, L8

Woodsome Park, L25

Lidderdale Court, L15

Two bedroom apartment, Close to the city centre and Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Fully Furnished, Open plan lounge/kitchen area, Door security system

Well presented apartment, Two double bedrooms, Fully Furnished, Integrated appliances, Allocated parking

Two bedroom apartment, Close to local amenities, Unfurnished, Ensuite to master bedroom, Secure parking, Viewing essential

£550 PCM

£495 PCM

£525 PCM

The Sidings, L7

Sandringham Road, L22

Halifax House, L2

Church Road, L22

Two bed apartment, Fully Furnished, Open plan lounge/kitchen area, Door security system

Spacious ground floor flat, Situated in a popular residential location, Close to all local amenities and transport links, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Garden to the rear

Selection of one and two bedroom apartments, In the city centre, Available furnished or unfurnished

Spacious two bedroom flat, Spacious lounge, Fitted kitchen, Telephone entry system, Situated above a cafe bar, transport links

£500 PCM

£500 PCM

FROM £475 PCM

Hougoumont Avenue, L22

Lyra Road, L22

Two bedroom flat, Situated off South Road, Spacious lounge, situated above a restaurant, excellent transport links, Recently Refurbished

One bedroom first floor duplex flat, Situated in popular residential location, close to all local amenities and transport links. Open plan lounge with fitted kitchen

£425 PCM

£390 PCM

Peel Street, L8

Second floor one bedroom flat, Close to all local amenities and transport links, Intercom Entry, Modern fitted kitchen, Recently refurbished

£450 PCM

Great Georges Road, L22

Spacious one bedroom first floor flat, close to major transport links and amenities, popular residential location of Waterloo, Lounge, open plan modern kitchen/diner

£390 PCM

£350 PCM

L A N D L O R D S REGULAR PROPERTY INSPECTIONS ~ IN-HOUSE MAINTENANCE TEAM ~ TENANT & GUARANTOR CHECKS Our Corporate Lettings & Property Management Division has been established to manage both residential and commercial property for our range of in-house property funds.

Dedicated team entirely focused on managing assets for Banks, Receivers and Receiver’s Agents and Developers.

Investor Landlords, Property Companies, Asset Managers, please contact our office and we can show you how we can maximise your investment.

We have an applicant database of tenants for all areas of Merseyside waiting for your properties.

We offer a quality client focused property management service.

Whatever your requirements we will work to suit your needs.

For more information please contact: Terry Sherlock – Property Manager

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Walton Vale, 479 Rice Lane 0151 523 6600 www.platinumlets.co.uk ALEXANDRA DRIVE, ORRELL PARK

Three Bedroom SemiDetached Fully Furnished Off Road Parking Front & Rear Gardens

£775pcm HANFORD AVENUE, ORRELL PARK

Three Bedroom MidTerraced Two Reception Rooms Fitted Kitchen Fitted Wardrobes

£550pcm TAYLFORTH CLOSE, WALTON

OXFORD DRIVE, WATERLOO

PARK LANE PLAZA, CITY CENTRE

SPRINGFIELD AVENUE, LITHERLAND

CHATSWORTH AVENUE, ORRELL PARK

Five Bedroom SemiDetached Original Period Features Fitted Wardrobes Gas Central Heating

Two Bedroom Apartment Integrated Appliances Economy 7 Heating Double Glazed Windows

Three Bedroom SemiDetached Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Fitted Kitchen

Three Bedroom Terraced Two Reception Rooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Windows

£750pcm

£600pcm

£595pcm

£575pcm

KING AVENUE, BOOTLE

Three Bed Semi-Detached Furnished Off Road Parking Front & Rear Gardens

THACKERAY GARDENS, BOOTLE

Three Bedroom Apartment Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Windows Balcony to Master Bedroom

£550pcm

£525pcm

DELABOLE ROAD, CROXTETH

MELROSE ROAD, KIRKDALE

BROOKSIDE COURT, PRESCOT

Two Bedroom Apartment Furnished Apartment Laminate Flooring Fitted Kitchen

HANS ROAD, WALTON

Three Bedroom Mid Terraced Fitted Kitchen, Laminate Flooring Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Windows

£500pcm

£500pcm

LOWELL STREET, WALTON

OCEANIC ROAD, OLD SWAN

Two Bedroom Apartment Economy 7 Heating Laminate Flooring Double Glazed Windows

Three Bedroom Mid Town House Front & Rear Gardens Paved Driveway Double Glazed Windows

Two Bedroom Terraced Modern Fitted Kitchen Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating

Two Bedroom Terraced Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Windows Fitted Kitchen

Two Bedroom Terraced Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Laminate Flooring

£500pcm

£475pcm

£475pcm

£450pcm

£450pcm

SOUTHGATE ROAD, OLD SWAN

Two Bedroom Terraced Furnished Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating

£450pcm CHESWOOD COURT, WIRRAL

RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS

RIDDOCK ROAD, BOOTLE

Three Bedroom End Terraced Fitted Kitchen Carpets Recently Modernised

£425pcm WILBURN STREET, WALTON

One Bedroom Apartment Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating Fully Fitted Kitchen

Two Bedroom Terraced Laminate Flooring Double Glazed Windows Gas Central Heating

£420pcm

£400pcm

L1

Park Lane Plaza

2 Bed Apt, f/furnished, DG, E7Heating, parking

£650pcm

L4

Hale Road

4 Bed Terrace, f/kitchen, GCH, furnished, lam flooring

£650pcm

L5

Tobacco Wharf

2 Bed Apt, f/furnished, roof terrace, DG, E7H

£650pcm

L9

Stonefont Close

3 Bed Semi, DG, GCH, parking, gardens, p/furnished

£625pcm

L9

Oakhouse Park

3 Bed Town, GCH, DG, f/furnished, orig. features

£595pcm

L8

Kaber Court

2 Bed Apt, f/kitchen, DG, E7H, lam flooring, parking

£575pcm

L32

Rowan Drive

3 Bed Semi, DG, GCH, house alarm, gardens, parking

£575pcm

L15

Knightswood Court

2 Bed Apt, f/kitchen, GCH, DG, parking

£575pcm

L9

Taylforth Close

2 Bed Penthouse, E7H, DG, lam flooring, parking

£575pcm

L30

Sidney Road

3 Bed Terraced, GCH, DG, f/kitchen, lam flooring

£550pcm

L33

Hawthorne Drive

3 Bed Town, f/kitchen, DG, E7H, carpets

£550pcm

L9

Oakhouse Park

2 Bed Apt, lam flooring, GCH, f/kitchen

£550pcm

L10

Sixth Avenue

2 Bed Terraced, DG, GCH, kitchen, rear yard

£500pcm

L6

Hawkins Street

2 Bed Terraced, f/kitchen,GCH, lam flooring

£495pcm

L20

Gray Street

3 Bed Terraced, DG, GCH, 2 rec rooms, carpets

£475pcm

L21

Robinson Road

2 Bed Town, GCH, DG, f/kitchen, p/furnished

£475pcm

L11

Delabole Road

3 Bed Town, lam flooring, f/kitchen, gardens

£475pcm

L9

Chatsworth Avenue

2 Bed Apt, 1st floor, f/kitchen, GCH, utilizes inc.

£450pcm

L21

Riddock Road

3 Bed Terraced, GCH, DG, modernised, f/kitchen

£425pcm

L33

Beech Rise

1 Bed Apt, furnished, E7H, DG, wooden flooring, f/kitchen

£425pcm £400pcm

CH41

Gautby Road

2 Bed Apt, DG, GCH, f/kitchen, carpets, separate kitchen

L21

Bridge Croft

1 Bed Apt, DG, GCH, carpets, entry phone system

£375pcm

L21

Cecil Road

1 Bed Apt, ground floor, DG, GCH, carpets, white goods

£325pcm

LANDLORDS WANTED - TENANTS WAITING

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Waterside

West Tower

One Park West

• Recently Completed Dockland Development • Two Double Bedroom Apartments • Master with Ensuite and fitted wardrobes • Fully Furnished to High Specification • Balcony with views of the Docks • Secure Allocated Parking • Viewing highly recommended

• Prestigious Beetham Development • Two Double Bedrooms • Custom Designed Kitchen with appliances • Fully Fitted Bathrooms • Reverse Cycle Heating & Cooling • Viewing highly recommended

• Newly Completed Grosvenor Development • One/Three Bedroom Apartments • Fully Integrated kitchens with appliances • Luxury fitted bathrooms • Furnished/Unfurnished • Ideally located for Chavasse Park & Liverpool One

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• Recently Completed Executive Conversion • Four Bedrooms • Three Bathrooms • Integrated Kitchen Open to Dining Area • Timber Decked Patio to Rear • Internal inspection recommended

• Purpose Built Development • Second Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Ensuite to Master • Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen • Fully Furnished • Secure Allocated Parking • Viewing highly recommended

• Purpose Built Apartment • First Floor with Two Double Bedrooms • Fully Fitted Kitchen with Appliances • Master with Ensuite • Balcony • Secure Underground Parking • Viewing highly recommended

£1,100pcm

£725pcm

£675pcm

City Quay

Alexandra Tower

Cumberland Street

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Lounge with Integrated Kitchen • Fully Furnished • Gas central heating • Secure Allocated Parking • Viewing highly recommended

• Purpose Built Apartment Block • Two Double Bedroom • Master with Ensuite • Luxury Bathroom • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Fully Furnished to High Specification • Contact the agent for viewing

• Purpose Built Apartment • One Double Bedroom • Fully Fitted Kitchen with Appliances • Unfurnished • City centre location • Contact the agent for viewing

£625pcm

£625pcm

£500pcm

Belmont Drive

Devonshire Road West

Tobacco Wharf

• Purpose Built Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Unfurnished • Fully Integrated Kitchen • Gas central heating • Parking Available • Internal inspection recommended

From £495pcm

• Recently Completed Conversion • Selection of Two Bedroom Apartments • Modern Fitted Kitchens • Luxury Fitted Bathrooms • Feature Double Glazed Sash Windows • Secure Parking to Rear • Viewing highly recommended

From £495pcm

• Luxury Canalside Apartments • Range of floors • One Double Bedrooms • Fully Integrated Kitchens • Fully Tiled Fitted Bathrooms • Furnished/Unfurnished • Secure Allocated Parking • Viewing highly recommended

From £425pcm

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On The Market //// FOUR MERSEYSIDE PROPERTIES TO SUIT A RANGE OF TENANTS AND TASTES. FOUR BEST LETS

Halifax House Fenwick Street, L2 PRICES FROM FROM £600PCM What’s on offer?

This apartment offers two double bedrooms, one with en-suite, furnished to a high standard, and part furnished or unfurnished upon request.

Agent’s view

Terry Sherlock property manager at Property First Asset Management

“Property First Asset Management are pleased to present various apartments in this recently modernised Victorian building in the business district of the city. This property features a modern kitchen with appliances and a separate lounge, and the bathroom is equipped with a bath and shower. It’s also newly carpeted throughout and also benefits from electric heating, secondary glazing and lift access. Viewings are highly recommended to appreciate the accommodation on offer.”

To view this property now call 0151 236 3366.

The Tea Factory Wood Street, L1 £550PCM What’s on offer?

This one bedroom fourth floor flat comes fully furnished with excellent amenities.

Agent’s view

Mark Goodyear director of residential lettings at R-House Lettings

“This is a very rare, large one bed apartment located in the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The elegant long lounge with solid wood flooring which in turn leads you out onto the patio/balcony with vista views of the city and the stunning landscape; this apartment is a joy to live in. Furthermore, its complete long galley styled kitchen has all the mod cons you will need. The exterior door and lift have secure digital access for that feeling of safety.”

To view this property now call 0151 291 5000.

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Knightsbridge Court Pilch Lane, L14 PRICES FROM £450 - £550PCM What’s on offer?

This spacious new apartment is a show apartment at a quality new development in Huyton.

Agent’s view

Andrula Paraskeva lettings manager at Golding Property Services

“There have been extensive redevelopment works over the past 10 years in Huyton, and this spacious, luxury build has been designed specifically for the rentals market with younger tastes in mind. One and two bedroom apartments are available at this development, which has easy access to M62 and M57. With intercom and alarms to make it secure the Juliet balcony and French doors add a little style.

Other apartments are available unfurnished.”

To view this property now call 0151 228 7777.

Tower Building Liverpool L3 £1000PCM What’s on offer?

This two bedroom apartment in the Grade II Tower Buildings has views over the Three Graces and the River Mersey with secure parking.

Agent’s view

Lynsey Smith lettings manager at King Sturge

“By the time you read this, this apartment will probably be let! It is a corner apartment in the Grade II Tower Buildings so benefits from plenty of natural light. Not only is the apartment spacious, the views are to die for.

The living area has views over the Three Graces and River Mersey, and the bedrooms overlook St Nicholas' Church and its pretty garden. Both bedrooms benefit from ensuite bathrooms, there is secure parking and residents also benefit from an onsite concierge.”

To view this property now call 0151 242 6490.

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House of the week Green Brow combines luxurious living within an environmentally friendly environment that makes our homes both a pleasure to live in and affordable to run.

This is a unique opportunity to own a splendid new home in an area bursting with potential and within easy walking distance of Liverpool city centre.

PLOT 10 £125,000 Purchase 75% (£93,750) now and the remaining 25% by 2018 with no rent to pay.

For further details and an appointment to view call Linda Bennett on 07918

074 636

Images shown are typical of properties on the development.

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Hot Off The Press

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//// YOUR GUIDE TO THE LATEST PROPERTY IN LIVERPOOL

Hot under the hammer Sutton Kersh’s auction on 5 May will see 85 lots available for bidding, including three public houses and a hotel, as well as a number of residential investment opportunities.

LOT 38, 21 SYDENHAM AVENUE

AN INTERIOR OF THE EVESHAM PROPERTY AT TAYLOR WIMPEY

The first lot is a three-storey semi-detached property, 17 Rufford Road, which has been converted into several selfcontained bedsits in need of refurbishment, and contains front and rear gardens in a popular residential area.

Lot 38, 21 Sydenham Avenue, has already generated substantial interest, with its four bedrooms arranged over two storeys and a guide price of £95,000.

Cathy Roberts, auction

manageress at Sutton Kersh commented: “I am pleased with the catalogue we are offering.

There are some excellent investment opportunities and we have fielded a good level of pre-auction interest already.

“I’m hopeful that the positive news surrounding the housing market of late will help to increase confidence and activity.”

The auction will take place at the Crowne Plaza Hotel at Liverpool’s Pier Head.

Mortgage match A new scheme from Taylor Wimpey is offering to match buyers’ deposits on their new homes, by up to 10 per cent of the property’s value.

The additional capital is expected to provide purchasers with access to a wider range of mortgage products, more competitive interest rates and reduced monthly payments.

The Deposit Match scheme is a new initiative in response to recent increasing activity levels, and mortgage approvals rising since the start of the year.

Anthony Mansfield, regional sales and marketing director for Taylor Wimpey Manchester,

commented: “With property prices at their most attractive for years and interest rates at historic laws, we believe that Deposit Match could make all the difference in enabling first time buyers to take their first step on the property ladder.”

The properties on offer in our area include Manor Court in Prescot and The Paddocks in Fazakerley. Contact the sales team at Bryant Homes and George Wimpey on 0161 864 8947.

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No deposit?

You can still move.

If saving for your deposit is holding you back we’ve got the answer.

Shared Equity* from Lovell.

You pay either 75% or 85% of the purchase price, but the home is 100% yours from day one. Thereʼs no rent or interest to pay on the outstanding balance for up to 10 years.

Valley Gardens

Woodlee Green

Kensington Square Church Fields

Cranwell Road, Liverpool Sat Nav Postcode: L25 ONW 3 bedroom semi-detached homes available

Lee Hall Road, Liverpool Sat Nav Postcode: L25 3RL 3 bedroom semi-detached homes available

Off Minto Close, Liverpool Sat Nav Postcode: L7 2GA 2 bedroom apartments and 3 & 4 bedroom homes

Raglan Close, Liverpool Sat Nav Postcode: L19 8NG 3 bedroom mews and town houses

LAST FEW REMAINING!

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Visit our Marketing Suites and Showhomes, open Thursday - Monday 10am to 5pm.

For Woodlee Green please visit the Valley Gardens Marketing Suite.

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Tel: 0151 722 3613

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Prices from

NEW HOME IS 100% YOURS YOUR This is not a shared ownership scheme

*Available on selected properties subject to status, terms and conditions and using Lovell Partnerships nominated solicitor/financial advisors.

Scheme not available to investor and cash purchasers. A commitment fee of £500 is payable on reservation but is fully refundable on legal completion. Lovell Partnerships will retain 25% or 15% (dependent upon lender and qualifying criteria) equity share in the property for a period of up to 10 years. The repayment sum will reflect 25% or 15% (dependent upon lender and qualifying criteria) of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation. Lovell cannot give you any financial advice. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE. Prices correct at time of going to press. †Based on 75% Shared Equity price.

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Kensington Square, Gilead Street, L7 A selection of modern 3 bedroom family houses

from just £27,500* • Excellent location on the edge of the city • Modern fixtures and finishes throughout • Full central heating

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Stylish 3 bedroom family homes

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• Great connections to the city

• Established suburban location

• Rear gardens and off road parking

• Excellent quality finishes and features throughout

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• Selection of house types and plots available

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Exciting New Homes at Affordable Prices!

Riverside Home Ownership is proud to present a selection of brand new homes available to buy with the help of New Build HomeBuy. For more details Call 0845 155 9029 Email sales@riverside.org.uk Visit www.riversidehomeownership.org.uk *REPRESENTS A 25% EQUITY PURCHASE THROUGH SHARED OWNERSHIP. MONTHLY RENT AND SERVICE CHARGE ALSO PAYABLE

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Hot Topic //// ISSUES AFFECTING YOU

A number of developers are running various schemes to help buyers to move into their property before they technically own it. Designed to appeal to first time buyers and those with a limited income from different sectors of society, we’ve explored the various deals available.

How to ‘rent to buy’

‘Rent to Buy’ at the waterfront Renting a property before you choose to buy it is a relatively new idea in the housing market, but one that’s met with success in enabling those who’d struggle to get a deposit, to make a purchase often on a new build home.

Beetham is offering a ‘rent to buy’ scheme at West Tower on Old Hall Street, which overlooks the waterfront. A 30 38 Your Move

per cent discount is valid on the property’s purchase price, valid for 12 months from the date that the buyer signs up.

For full details contact the sales and lettings team on 0151 476 6666.

Save as you rent In practice, this means that if a buyer signs up on 1 May, they have the option to buy at anytime but if they do decide to make the commitment

before 1 May 2010, they will get 30 per cent discounted from the original purchase price and all the rent paid used as a deposit, or knocked off that purchase price. If the buyer decides to commit in the second year of renting at the scheme (from 1 May 2010 to May 2011), they’ll receive 20 per cent discounted off the purchase price and get their rent back to use as a payment, and in the third year of

renting (1 May 2011 until 1 May 2012) they’ll receive 10 per cent taken off the purchase price, again with all the rent back. For a buyer keen to move into their new home but bide their time with the down payment, this scheme works very well in that you are effectively saving up a deposit as you pay your monthly rent.

At West Tower, rents start from £750 pcm depending on the size of the apartment and

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“The scheme is designed to help eligible home seekers buy a new property they may otherwise struggle to afford.”

the floor, and prices for the property start at £252,500, before the discounts are applied.

Rent to Homebuy The government’s Homebuy Direct scheme was launched earlier this year to boost the property industry by providing more than 18,000 new sale homes for buyers. The package signed up over 130 property developers to offer shared equity packages. The scheme is designed to help eligible home seekers buy a new property they may otherwise struggle to afford. An equity loan of up to 30 per cent is available funded partly by the government and partly by the developer. This means that if you are looking to buy a new £100,000 home, you will potentially only need to obtain a £70,000 mortgage.

First port of call In order to ‘Rent to Homebuy’ purchasers need to find the selected developments in the UK which offer the scheme through the government approved Homebuy agent which, in our area, is Homeshub, contactable on 0845 603 4559 or online at www.homeshub.co.uk. You can fill in an online form stating that you’re interested in ‘rent to buy’ schemes, and a member of staff will contact you with information.

Eligibility For the government Homebuy scheme, which involves securing an equity loan from the developer and the government, the criteria are strict as they are designed to help people who are in a position to own their own home to do so at minimum risk.

Those who are eligible are usually first time buyers, those who have previously been home owners but are starting over after a relationship breakdown, housing association and council tenants, older people looking to downsize, and key workers such as nurses and teachers.

How it works The ‘Rent to Homebuy’ allows buyers to rent the home for up to five years paying lower than the normal market rent of the property. This allows the buyer to save up and own their own home and, if the buyer does choose to go ahead and buy the property, they’ll receive a refund on all of the first year’s rent paid to be put towards the purchase price.

When you buy Owning the property through the ‘Rent to Homebuy’ scheme will be through shared ownership, unlike ‘Rent to Buy’ schemes offered by private developers such as Beetham.

It is as though, after the renting term of the ‘Rent to Buy’ scheme finishes (after five

years or when you decide to purchase), you are then opting to take on the NewBuild Homebuy scheme which enables the buyer to purchase shares in their home, paying a reduced rent on the remaining share.

This means you will only need to secure a mortgage for 25 to 75 per cent of the property’s market value. For more information on the scheme see ‘NewBuild Homebuy’ on the Homeshub website www.homeshub.co.uk.

Try before you buy If you’re feeling unsure about committing to a scheme and purchasing a home, Bellway is offering a ‘Try before you buy’ package which enables potential purchasers to move in and rent a property for up to 12 months.

If a decision is made to purchase a property, then all the payments are refunded to be used as a deposit on the new home (which then amounts to having had 12 months free accommodation).

Selected sites are offering this package, including Springfield Court in Salford, which is ideally suited for those who work in the city centre or who need to catch a train and commute into Liverpool. Two bedroom apartments are available with a parking space from £127 per week, and both unfurnished and fully furnished are available. For further information, contact the sales team on 0161 834 1197.

Contacts Visit Homeshub, the one stop shop for advice and support in choosing a Rent to Homebuy scheme on www.homeshub.co.uk. The HomeBuy agent covers properties in Merseyside and Cheshire, and is also part of the neighbourhood investor Plus Dane Group.

Contact Bellway for their ‘Try before you Buy’ scheme on 0161 834 1197.

Contact Beetham for their ‘Rent to Buy’ deal on 0151 476 6666.

For other similar schemes in our area contact: Muir Group on 01928 728 000 Gladedale on 01928 719 464 Your Move 39

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“I’d scrap income tax for minimum wage earners and give employers tax incentives to encourage employment, put tax on fast food and increase alcohol and cigarette duty. A decrease in consumption would save the NHS money and decrease alcohol fuelled Debra Grant behaviour, saving on policing costs. partner at Money saved could fund business JST Lawyers incentives.”

“Allied with low interest rates, I’d like to see massive government investment in infrastructure projects to create and protect jobs. A truly Keynesian fiscal policy involves building surpluses in the good times that can be run down in the bad times. Seven years of plenty followed David Al-Hadithi by seven years of famine sound familiar?” director, The Design Foundry

“I’d restore empty rates relief. It’s a tax that is totally out of sync with the realities of the property market and is hampering investment in regeneration.

In the current climate the government should be doing all it can to help kick start the economy, not causing businesses further financial strain.”

What would you do if you were Chancellor for the day?

With pending news of the Chancellor’s Budget and rumours of increased taxes, we ask: what would you do if the Budget were in your hands?

“I'd re-introduce VAT at 17.5 per cent to try and balance the books a little better, scrap stamp duty completely for a year to try and boost the property market, and introduce empty rates relief on all vacant buildings regardless of their rateable value. I'd also double the duty on cigarettes - all money raised would go directly to the NHS.”

“I’d be a real controlling shareholder in banks, forcing them to tie management remuneration to success at lending to small business. I’d make banks focus on their core businesses and ban links with tax havens. I’d implement the 45p tax band and create an industrial reconstruction company to revive industry.”

Ann Lodge joint chief executive of Downing

Dick Mawdsley co-owner of Utility, Bold Street

Professor Tom Cannon Liverpool University Management School

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OPEN DAY SUCCESS

LIVERPOOL ONE

Plus Dane Group’s successful open day at Liverpool One saw 17 apartments reserved at the exciting landmark development.

Over 60 visitors flocked to the centre of the city where apartments are available in College Lane, Hanover Street and Eagle House and those left to rent now include a mix of one, two and three bedroom apartments. The new homes are available at competitive rents, starting at £430pcm.

A final development, in Manesty’s Lane off Paradise Street, will feature a further 23 apartments with a shared roof terrace from the end of May. Those interested in making a viewing should call the lettings team on 07890 073 966 or email liverpoolone@neighbourhoodin vestor.com.

EXPERTISE FOR THE ELDERLY Helping an elderly relative to take care of their affairs can be a delicate task.

GAYNOR LANCELEY, MORECROFTS SOLICITORS

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It’s imperative to find a solicitor you can trust, which is why many choose to find those registered as Solicitors for the Elderly. The national association aims to develop expertise in public and private law relevant to older and vulnerable adults, their families and their carers.

At Morecrofts Solicitors in Woolton Village, Gaynor Lanceley is one of the eight member of Solicitors for the Elderly in Merseyside, three of whom are

with Morecrofts, and two of them based in the Woolton office.

She has been a member for five years, and advises the elderly and their relatives on wills, probate, tax, trust and the full range of legal services.

For more information on legal advice for elderly relatives, visit www.solicitorsfortheelderly.com. Contact Morecrofts in Woolton Village on 0151 428 1911.

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Urban expert makes city visit A regeneration expert from Japan stopped at Liverpool Mutual Homes’ properties on a fact finding tour of Great Britain.

The visit included two days spent in the city, during which Tsutomu Izuko saw the extensive regeneration works being carried out by LMH, particularly at the Daneville estate in Walton. The fact finding tour is part of the research which the Urban Renaissance Agency in Osaka is undertaking in the regeneration of 700,000 properties in Japan.

Tsutomu also met contractors, tenants, tenant board members and members of the LMH executive management team during his stay.

He commented: “I have enjoyed my visit and learned so much from visiting LMH. Everyone has been so helpful

and it has been very interesting to see how tenants are involved in making all the big decisions.

We do not communicate with residents very well in Japan, so I have learned many useful things. I have loved my visit to LMH and Liverpool – I love it!”

Debra Parr, assistant director of regeneration and asset management at LMH commented: “It has been a real pleasure and an education to spend time with Tsutomu. We have shared our work experiences with him and enjoyed learning about Japanese culture. We also discussed the complex social challenges faced by both of our respective countries.”

TSUTOMU IZUKA WITH DEBRA PARR FROM LMH

Sales up by a third Sutton Kersh has reported an improvement in Liverpool’s residential market.

PHIL LAWTON, SUTTON KERSH

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The estate agent has shown figures are up by a third compared to the same period last year. February and March 2009 saw sales of 108 properties; a 35 per cent increase on 2008. This ties in with the Bank of England’s findings that mortgage approvals rose by 19 per cent in February, a sizeable improvement on last year’s figures.

Phil Lawton, director of residential sales and lettings at Sutton Kersh, commented: “There is a definite improvement in the market.

We have even seen multiple offers this month on city centre properties below £100,000, resulting in some properties selling for more than their asking price; something that we have not seen for a very long time.”

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Village in Bloom Woolton Village is a real gem in south Liverpool’s crown, with an abundance of beautiful character properties and amenities set in a historic and landscaped conservation area. Set near to the Black Woods and Reynolds Park, and with Woolton Picture House’s big screen drawing headlines of late, this really is a haven for the culturally minded.

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TYPICAL PROPERTIES IN THE AREA

VILLAGE LIFE

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Properties in Woolton Village have long been sought after by professionals and families for their size and character, and the availability of services and schools to the area. Richard Griffiths of Martin & Co lets properties in the area ranging from £575 pcm for a two bedroom apartment, to £1100 pcm for luxurious bespoke accommodation. He commented: “Woolton is a prestigious suburb and housing is primarily detached although there are many well preserved terraces in and around the centre of the village, particularly Quarry Street where the quarry men's cottages still exist. The quarry in Woolton is famous for

its stone being used in the Anglican cathedral in Liverpool.

“Amenities include Victorian swimming baths, a public library converted from a Methodist chapel, many local schools, public houses, restaurants, and St. Peters Church where Lennon and McCartney first met. You can find the gravestone of Eleanor Rigby in the churchyard.”

The historic and cultural pull of the area is certainly remarkable. Woolton Picture House has made the headlines on numerous occasions for reorganizing itself to stay open and compete with city centre and other suburban venues with multiple screens.

The cinema is run today by a consortium of business people in the area who were determined that it should stay open after a series of

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BLOSSOM IN THE PARK

ALEX AND DOUGY STROLL IN REYNOLDS PARK

THE INDEPENDENT CINEMA IN WOOLTON

threatened closures. It now shows a frequently changing schedule of the latest films every evening, alongside a daily programme of classics and favourites for OAPs on weekday mornings, where tea and biscuits are served with the ticket price. The beautiful building was designed in 1926

by Lionel A.G. Prichard, who also designed a number of cinemas in the same period including The Plaza in Crosby, and cost £10,000 to finish. It was completed the following year and altered in 1930 to make room for loudspeakers to accompany the introduction of ‘talkies’.

Ownership has changed hands a number of times in the picture house’s history. It also survived a fire in 1958 as well as competition from an increasing number of other cinemas in the city. Today,

regular matinee shows and a children’s club continue to attract regulars and visitors to the beautiful and historic building on Mason Street.

Just up the hill, opposite St. Mary’s church in Woolton is Reynolds Park, where locals walk their dogs on pleasant days (see Alex and Dougy, pictured). The summer months see local theatre groups put on plays in the walled garden, which is then festooned in red roses and blooms. The winner of a gold award in the RHS Britain in Bloom awards last year, judges commented on the impact of the gateways into the village,

RITA AND ROSE IN BROWN’S

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the good quality of local businesses and well planted gateways as well as involvement from local schoolchildren.

A large floral Superlambanana sculpture was also a popular fixture in August 2008, outside Brown’s newsagent’s, which has been in business now for over 60 years.

Rose and Rita have served sweets and newspapers from behind the counter for 14 and 11 years respectively.

Across the road, the Liverpool Cheese Company, on the site of the old dairy in the village, is also proving a successful venture for Vickie and Ian who live locally.

Customers travel from across

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BEAUTY THERAPIST CHARLOTTE

the north-west and even Wales to purchase from the selection of over 100 cheeses, British wines, chutneys, olives and delicatessen produce in the Grade II listed building. They also travel to several local farmers’ markets, including Hope Street on the third Sunday of the month, Lark Lane on the fourth Saturday of every month, and of course the one hosted by Woolton itself every second Saturday. They also supply cheese for restaurants, cheese tasting events and cakes made from layers of cheese for weddings.

Ian’s favourite is the Barkham Blue which won the British Cheese Awards last year; Vickie’s the Gorwydd Caerphilly, a traditional Welsh variety. Vickie commented: “It’s a very friendly village and Woolton in Bloom is a lovely event. When visitors come here they’re often traveling up for the day so they’ll want to take a look around. We’ll point them towards the cinema and the baths, and recommend the local café Lets Eat.” 48 Your Move

VICKIE AND IAN IN THE CHEESE COMPANY

Other familiar faces in the area include Tony Hays, the Scotch Butcher, whose business has been running successfully selling quality meats for many years, winning sausage and bacon awards and offering regulars free range and locally sourced products. The shop also stocks a range of low fat sausages compatible with diet plans. Dawn Bruskill, who owns Woolton Village Health Foods and Natural Beauty set up seven years ago on the site of an existing health shop: “This is a gorgeous village with lovely people. Our regulars tend to be professionals coming in for treatments and advice, and we also stock organic fruit and vegetables.” Charlotte Jones, who’s been a beauty therapist in the salon for four years, said that holistic therapies are popular with clients, as is the secluded wall garden behind the shop where tea and coffee is served in the summer months.

Geoff Worrall, and Keith Power have been running Worrall Power Solicitors in Woolton Village for three years, having set up before that in city centre premises.

Specialising in conveyancing, wills, probate and personal injury claims in the Woolton branch, Geoff commented

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that the high street venue works well to serve local clients: “It’s the environment which brought us here, as we both live in south Liverpool and I’ve always been a Woolton lad. I went to Out Lane School as a junior and, after my degree in Birmingham and finishing my certificate at the Chester College of Law, I came back to Liverpool. It’s a lovely area here and as we’re on the doorstep for our clients we can really look after them.”

Woolton Property Services has been running on the ground floor of the same building for two months, offering a full range of property solutions to landlords and tenants.

Refurbishments, glazing and locksmith work is carried out on behalf of landlords who’d like to be able to increase their rents, and a programme is offered whereby the landlord can pay for the improvements made over an agreed period, as the rent comes in. The firm also looks for property to invest in and develop, and covers the whole of the Merseyside area. James commented: “We’re a one stop shop for landlords and

tenants, as we have an inhouse financial advisor, and we can sort out workmen for renovations and refurbishments, and offer cash for property and distressed sales, helping people to move really quickly when they need to. We also source investments for clients from all over the UK and can put together good package deals for them with the finance arranged.”

A supporter of the long running Britain in Bloom, Morecrofts Solicitors in Woolton Village has been open since May 1976. It offers legal advice on all manner of public and private law, from conveyancing and wills to probate and tax, trust, family and education law, to members of the local community. Head of private clients, Gaynor Lanceley, has been with the firm for 11 years, and moved into the Woolton office from Crosby so that she could take her little boy to a local Woolton nursery: “The office is in a wonderful location as we’re every accessible for local

“This is a gorgeous village with lovely people.”

people and the elderly. As a member of the Solicitors for the Elderly, and the firm who advises Age Concern and their clients, we’re well equipped to deal with older and more vulnerable people, and their relatives and carers.

“We’ve had a strong presence here in Woolton for 40 years in an excellent catchment area. We’re open every second Saturday of the month, when the farmers’ market is here, so that people can pop in to see us and get some advice. We’re very active in supporting local charities such as Roy Castle and Marie Curie, which is on our doorstep, and I sit on the committee for Woolton in Bloom, which is a wonderful initiative getting everyone to club together for the Christmas trees in December and the blooms in summer.”

As a haven of activity for families older people and businesses, with plenty to offer in the way of things to do, this historic area is a true suburban paradise in south Liverpool.

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TRANSPORT The number 81 bus runs through Woolton Village from Bootle to Speke every 20 minutes, as does the 81A. The 74 and 75 run from Paradise Street in Liverpool city centre to Halewood every 15 minutes, and the 76 every half an hour. The 78 provides a service every 30 minutes from Halewood through Woolton and Wavertree to Paradise Street. The nearest train station is Liverpool South Parkway or Hunts Cross with services into Liverpool Central at least every 15 minutes.

SCHOOLS Parents can choose from Much Woolton Catholic Primary, Woolton Infant and Woolton Junior Schools, and St Mary’s Catholic Primary. At secondary level, St. Julie’s Specialist Language College and St. Francis Xavier’s College, a specialist in maths and computing, are two single sex schools, for girls and boys respectively, in the area.

If you’re looking for a new home in Woolton Village, we’ve sourced some typical properties to inspire you.

TYPICAL PROPERTY TO BUY

Orient Drive, L25 £249,950 This well presented attractive property is set close to the facilities of Woolton Village.

Comprising an entrance hall, lounge, and a morning room as

well as an extended kitchen which opens to a dining room, this extended family property is designed with convenience in mind. To the first floor are two double bedrooms, a single bedroom and bathroom, and it

also benefits from gardens to the front and rear. Viewing really is essential to appreciate this extended family home.

and comprises; large lounge, dining, kitchen area, dining table and additional soft seating area. The kitchen is fully fitted to a high specification with built in appliances and granite work surfaces throughout.

The master bedroom has a fully tiled en suite bathroom with separate shower cubicle and granite tops and there is also a fully tiled floor to ceiling

bathroom. There is ample allocated parking and access is strictly via secure electric gates, as well as landscaped communal gardens including a feature walled garden. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the quality of this property.

Contact Whitegates on 0151 428 1357 to arrange a viewing.

TYPICAL PROPERTY TO LET

CONTACTS Worrall Power Solicitors: 0151 428 2472 Woolton Property Centre: 0151 428 9065 Martin & Co: 0151 428 6922 Whitegates: 0151 428 1357

Newstead Woods, Hillview Gardens, L25 £1100pcm This executive, newly built two double bedroom apartment is situated in a bespoke, exclusive development nestled in a mature, peaceful woodland location. The property is offered furnished or unfurnished, finished to an exceptionally high standard

Contact Martin & Co on 0151 428 6922 to arrange a viewing.

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interview ON THE LADDER

The lettings manager Andrula Paraskeva, Golding Property Services Andrula Paraskeva is the new lettings manager for Golding Property Services' Tuebrook office. A 'people person' Andrula enjoys nurturing relationships with potential tenants and existing landlords.

How did you get into property?

I was initially employed by a city centre estate agent as a receptionist. While working in that role, I began to gain a broad understanding of lettings and sales, acting as a negotiator when the other members of staff were busy.

How has your career progressed?

My employer knew that I was looking for a new direction and realised that my understanding and rapport with their clients could be better served. I was promoted to the role of lettings negotiator and valuer, and the job with Golding was a natural career progression.

What attracted you to your current role?

Golding is such a vibrant, growing firm and I felt that it was one that I could make my own mark on and help to mould. Understanding tenantsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; needs and wishes and matching them with the properties that I have available is also incredibly satisfying. There can be nothing better than seeing a tenant's face light up as you open the door to their new home and know that you've got it just right.

Who is your biggest inspiration?

This has to be my three children, Savva, aged 17, Christalla, aged 16 and Lucy, aged 8. My children are my life and they motivate me to work hard.

Quick dial: Golding Estates 0151 260 2526 Tuebrook 0151 228 7777 Knotty Ash

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Stephenson House Crown Street, Liverpool Close to the Liverpool Women’s Hospital

Q&A With Derek Dawson, Solicitor

Price from s £425 pcm

Q I have paid a deposit to purchase a property, but I no longer want to proceed with the purchase. What can I do?

A It depends on what basis the deposit was paid. If a deposit was paid as a reservation fee before the exchange of contracts you can refuse to proceed but you would normally lose the deposit.

If a deposit is paid in accordance with a contract to

• Great city centre location • 1 and 2 bedroom apartments

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purchase the property which would normally be prepared by a solicitor, you would have to proceed with the purchase if the seller is unwilling to release you from the

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contract. Regrettably it is becoming common (particularly for newly built properties) that the contract for the sale is entered into well before a property is built and now that it has been finished the seller wishes to proceed with transaction. You may have changed your mind about the purchase, or can no longer afford the property or cannot secure funding through a mortgage, to enable the purchase to proceed. The seller is perfectly at liberty to require you to proceed with the purchase and if you fail to do so, within a certain period, which is normally set out in

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the transaction with a view to renegotiating the contract,

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which the seller is not obliged to do but it may agree to do so to allow the transaction to proceed. You should carefully read the contract to determine which position

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If you need advice contact: Derek Dawson, Solicitor JST Lawyers, Dispute Resolution Department Colonial Chambers, Temple Street, Liverpool, L2 5RH DDI: 0151 282 2876 Email: ddawson@jstlaw.co.uk Web: www.jstlaw.co.uk

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Movers How is it laid out?

We have two floors, with a kitchen and dining area and a separate living room downstairs, as well as a W.C. and a long hall leading to stairs.

It’s decorated in magnolia paint throughout with beige carpets and vinyl flooring in the kitchen and bathrooms, which was part of the package.

How would you describe your style?

With the children being so little we haven’t had time to decorate it ourselves yet, but we’re hoping to get round to it later this year, and paint the walls in some different colours. We’re quite minimalist, but have some family pictures we want to hang up, and our wedding pictures.

We got married in Anglesey so we have a beautiful photograph of the Menai Strait.

We also have our 32-inch flat screen TV on a dark wood cabinet, with glass doors, with the Wii, our DVDs and the SKY box, and dark brown lamps on two coffee tables.

How is the kitchen laid out?

The cupboards are a light brown wood effect with black granite worktops and integrated appliances.

Billy and Sharon Quinn have moved into a new build three bedroom property by Keepmoat Homes at Hamilton Place, North Huyton with their three children, Owen, 5, and twins Callum and Carl, 3.

Tell us about the other bedrooms…

What’s in the living room?

The living room has a threepiece suite in chocolate brown with two matching armchairs, which are also recliners.

Owen has his own room with a storage bed, which has a bed and a unit beneath that contains all his clothes and toys. It also has a place for his TV and Playstation and as he’s really into the Mr. Men at the moment, he’s got stickers of the characters all over the walls.

Take us upstairs…

The master bedroom has two large windows and a unit over the bed with cupboards across it and some wardrobes from Kays catalogue. We have an ensuite bathroom with a white suite and beige mosaic tiles.

And the twins’ room?

We have two three— quarter sized beds for the twins until they’re old enough to have bunk beds. There are two large double wardrobes in there, a chest of drawers in pine with the TV and DVDs on it, and in the corner we have a multi-coloured shelving unit with all their books and toys in it.

Take us into the bathroom…

We have a white suite with a shower over the bath and beige tiles, and chrome taps.

What would be your dream item?

If I had the money I would love a private cinema! What we really want to do now though is finish sorting through all of our things and put them up, such as our souvenirs from when we went to the Las Vegas and to the Grand Canyon Skywalk, which was amazing.

Does the property come with a garden?

Yes, and it’s a nice size for us and for the children. We have some patio furniture which we’re looking forward to using; a brown wooden table with two benches and chairs for a picnic feel.

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L5

L12 L6

L13

L3 L2

L14

L36

L7 L1

Sefton

L34

L11 L4

L16

L15 L8

North Liverpool

L35

L27 L17

L18

L25 L26

South Liverpool

L19

City Centre

L24

KNOWSLEY MBC

946.50 961.69 992.39 972.44 929.41 970.09 926.49

1,104.24 1,121.97 1,157.78 1,134.51 1,084.31 1,131.77 1,080.90

1,262.00 1,282.25 1,323.19 1,296.59 1,239.21 1,293.45 1,235.32

1,419.74 1,442.53 1,488.58 1,458.66 1,394.11 1,455.13 1,389.73

1,735.24 1,763.09 1,819.38 1,782.81 1,703.91 1,778.49 1,698.56

2,050.73 2,083.65 2,150.16 2,106.95 2,013.71 2,101.85 2,007.38

2,366.24 2,404.22 2,480.97 2,431.10 2,323.52 2,425.22 2,316.22

2,839.48 2,885.06 2,977.16 2,917.32 2,788.22 2,910.26 2,779.46

PROPERTY AINTREE FORMBY HIGHTOWN INCE BLUNDELL LITTLE ALTCAR LYDIATE MAGHULL MELLING SEFTON THORNTON OTHER AREAS

994.74 960.75 961.09 963.36 964.09 1,002.71 1,017.52 969.30 968.26 961.98 958.29

1,160.52 1,120.87 1,121.26 1,123.90 1,124.77 1,169.83 1,187.10 1,130.82 1,129.63 1,122.28 1,118.00

1,326.31 1,280.99 1,281.44 1,284.46 1,285.44 1,336.94 1,356.68 1,292.38 1,291.00 1,282.62 1,277.72

1,492.10 1,441.12 1,441.62 1,445.02 1,446.13 1,504.07 1,526.27 1,453.93 1,452.38 1,442.95 1,437.43

1,823.68 1,761.37 1,761.98 1,766.14 1,767.49 1,838.31 1,865.44 1,777.04 1,775.13 1,763.62 1,756.86

2,155.25 2,081.61 2,082.34 2,087.24 2,088.84 2,172.54 2,204.61 2,100.11 2,097.88 2,084.25 2,076.28

2,486.84 2,401.87 2,402.71 2,408.38 2,410.22 2,506.78 2,543.79 2,423.23 2,420.64 2,404.93 2,395.72

2,984.20 2,882.24 2,883.24 2,890.04 2,892.26 3,008.14 3,052.54 2,907.86 2,904.76 2,885.90 2,874.86

PROPERTY ALL AREAS

1,007.41

1,175.31

1,343.22

1,511.12

1,846.93

2,182.73

2,518.53

3,022.24

LIVERPOOL CITY

PROPERTY CRONTON HALEWOOD KNOWSLEY PRESCOT TARBOCK WHISTON OTHER

SEFTON MBC

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£44,950 Stonehill Avenue Two Bedroom End Terrace, Two Reception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, Ground Floor Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, No Chain.

Requires some Upgrading Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £127,500 City Gate East Beautifully presented one bedroom 5th floor apartment, integrated kitchen appliances, solid wooden flooring

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£230,000 St Paul's Square 2 bedrooms, balcony, parking

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£119,950 Hawoth Drive Semi detached, spacious plot, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, drive, garage, surrounding gardens, no chain.

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L9 £219,950 Oakmere Close 4/5 bed detached, 2/3 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, conservatory, cloakroom, en suite, fully modernised, 6 car drive, garden.

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L14 £69,995 Max Road Two Bedroom End Terrace, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Large Rear Garden, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN

£118,950 Warbreck Moor Mid terrace, 4 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, spacious modern bathroom, gardens, tasteful décor.

Blacks 0151 933 7077

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L18

£189,950 Ellerslie Road 3 storey semi, 5 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen/diner, modern bathroom, 2 car drive, double garage, front & rear gardens.

L8

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £150,000 Hudson Gardens 2 bedroom 3rd floor apartment, integrated kitchen appliances, Juliet style balcony, one secure parking space

L12

£169,950 Oakmere Drive 3 bedroom detached, double glazing, gas central heating, en suite, cloakroom, utility room, garage, 2 car drive, ‘P’ shape conservatory, gardens, no chain.

£59,950 Lordens Road Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Reception Room, Fitted Kitchen, Loft Room, Garden, NO CHAIN

£109,950 Irlam Road End town house, 4 bedrooms, gas central heating, double glazing, utility, cloakroom, drive, garage, spacious gardens, modernised, no chain.

Northwood 0151 256 1035

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£49,950 Penshaw Close Three Bedroom Terrace, Reception Room, Bathroom, Gardens to Front and Rear, Private Parking, Requires Improving and Upgrading, NO CHAIN

£94,950 Quarry Road, Bootle 3 bed mid terrace, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, modern bathroom, tastefully modernised, garden to rear, no chain.

Northwood 0151 256 1035

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Blacks 0151 933 7077

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £225,000 Beetham Tower 2 bedrooms, stunning views, parking

£59,950 OIRO Cambria Street Mid terrace, 2 bedrooms, double glazing, downstairs bathroom, part modernised, cul-de-sac location, no chain.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

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£215,000 Waterloo Warehouse 2 bedroom duplex apartment, parking

£55,000 Chirkdale Street Offers invited, 3 bed terrace, 2 reception rooms, gas central heating, modern kitchen, modern bathroom, drive, garden, part refurbished.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £165,000 Quebec Quay 2 bedrooms, ground floor, parking King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £149,950 South Ferry Quay 2 bedrooms, parking King Sturge 0151 242 6490

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L11 £79,950 Kingsland Crescent Three Bedroom End Terrace, Open Plan Kitchen, Driveway Parking, Rear Garden, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazed, NO CHAIN

£144,950 Waterloo Quay 2 bedrooms, balcony, dock views, parking

Northwood 0151 256 1035

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £125,000 St Paul's Square 1 bedroom, balcony

£74,950 Snaefell Grove Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Conservatory, Gardens to Front and Rear, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET £91,950 Bedford Road Mid terrace, 3 double bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, utility, modern kitchen/diner, spacious modern bathroom, courtyard.

£115,950 Poulsom Drive Semi detached, 3 bedrooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen/diner, drive, garage, extended gardens, no chain.

£650pcm Upper Parliament Street 2 double bedroom apartment, fully furnished, fitted kitchen, secure allocated parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

Blacks 0151 933 7077 Blacks 0151 933 7077 £64,950 Beatrice Street Mid terrace, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, spacious bathroom, no chain.

Blacks 0151 933 7077

£625pcm Victoria House Well presented 1 bedroom apartment, fully furnished, Jacuzzi bath and shower

L36 £104,995 Ashbourne Crescent Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Two Reception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, Modern Style Bathroom Suite, Driveway Parking, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

L21 £157,950 Church Road Semi detached, extensive plot, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern bathroom, drive, garage, parking, feature gardens, no chain.

Blacks 0151 933 7077 £89,950 Gorsey Lane Mid town house, 2 bedrooms, loft room, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen, 3/4 car drive, parking, gardens, no chain.

Blacks 0151 933 7077 £83,950 Holland Court Mid town house, 3 bedrooms, double glazing, gas central heating, cloakroom, utility, part modernised, gardens, communal parking, no chain.

Blacks 0151 933 7077

Blacks 0151 933 7077

L30 £124,950 Fleetwoods Cottages 3 bed cottage, 3 reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen/ diner, modern bathroom, 2 car drive, feature garden, no chain.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

£575pcm One Park West Stunning 1 bedroom apartment, fully fitted kitchen. First months rent is £400

£850pcm The Waterside Recently Completed Dockland Development, Two Double Bedroom Apartment, Master with ensuite and fitted wardrobes, Fully Furnished to High Specification, Secure Allocated Parking and Viewing highly recommended.

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£575pcm Westminster Chambers Beautiful duplex 1 bedroom apartment, unfurnished, fitted kitchen with integrated white goods

£850pcm The Waterside Recently Completed Dockland Development, Two Double Bedroom Apartments, Master with ensuite and fitted wardrobes, Fully Furnished to High Specification, Secure Allocated Parking, and Viewing highly recommended.

L1 £2,500pcm One Park West Executive Penthouse Apartment, Master Bedroom with Luxurious Ensuite, Two Double Bedrooms, Living Space with Dual Aspect Views, Luxury Bathroom Suite, Secure Allocated Parking, Contact the agent for viewing.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222 £725pcm The Waterford Purpose Built Development in Georgian Quarter, Second Floor Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms with ensuite to Master, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen, Fully Furnished, Secure Allocated Parking.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £550pcm Duke Street Large one-bed furnished apartment with underground parking in Duke Street, East Village, video-phone entry. 2 references and deposit. a1wyy@yahoo.com or 07940 406393

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£500pcm Cumberland Street Purpose Built Apartment, One Double Bedroom, Fully Fitted Kitchen with Appliances, Unfurnished, City centre location, Contact the agent for viewing

£725pcm Manolis Yard 2 bed FF, large beds, Balcony Private parking.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

Pantheon 0151 735 1001 £79,950 Waterside End town house, 3 bedrooms, 2 reception room, double glazing, economy 7 heating, part modernised, front & rear gardens, communal parking, no chain.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

£895pcm The Waterside Recently Completed Dockland Development, Two Double Bedroom Apartment, Master with ensuite and fitted wardrobes, Fully Furnished to High Specification, Balcony with views of the Docks, Secure Allocated Parking and Viewing highly recommended

£675pcm Hudson Gardens Purpose-built Apartment, First Floor with Two Double Bedrooms, Fully Fitted Kitchen with Appliances, Master with Ensuite, Balcony, Secure Underground Parking and Viewing highly recommended Base Properties 0151 702 9222 £650pcm Argyle Court 2 bed apartment, fully furnished, ensuite to master bedroom

From £450pcm Cathedral Chambers City Centre 1+2 Bed Apartments, furnished/unfurnished. Deposit and references required

£825pcm West Tower Prestigious Beetham Development, 22nd Floor Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms, Custom Designed Kitchen with appliances, Fully Fitted Bathrooms, Reverse Cycle Heating & Cooling, Viewing Highly Recommended.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222 £650pcm Waterloo Quay 2 bedroom apartment, fully furnished, fully fitted kitchen, allocated parking & secure entry Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £650pcm South Ferry Quay Quality first floor 2 bedroom apartment, unfurnished, fully fitted kitchen, allocated secure parking

Atrium 0151 708 2404

L3

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

£950pcm The Waterside Recently Completed Dockland Development, Two Double Bedroom Apartment, Master with ensuite and fitted wardrobes, Fully Furnished to High Specification, Secure Allocated Parking,

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 Blacks 0151 933 7077

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

£650pcm Halifax House Two bedroom apartment, modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances.

Lounge, electric heating, secondary glazing and lift access. Fully furnished PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

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//// HOMES TO LET £625pcm Alexandra Tower Newly Completed Development, 6th Floor Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms, Fully Integrated Kitchen, Fitted Bathroom with Shower, Stunning Views, Viewing Recommended.

L6 £450pcm July Road Terraced House, Two Double Bedrooms, Two Reception Rooms, Fitted Kitchen with appliances, Unfurnished.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

£595pcm St Michaels Road 2 bedroom unfurnished apartment

L13 £400pcm Kremlin Drive 1 bed flat, dh, gch, fully fitted kitchen with appliances.

Pantheon 0151 735 1001

Base Properties 0151 702 9222 £625pcm City Quay Purpose Built Apartment Block, Two Double Bedrooms, Open Plan Lounge with, Integrated Kitchen, Fully Furnished, Gas central heating, Secure Allocated Parking, Viewing highly recommended

From £495pcm Belmont Drive Purpose Built Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms, Unfurnished, Fully Integrated Kitchen, Gas central heating, Parking Available.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £550pcm Neilson Road 2 bedroom unfurnished duplex apartment in the popular Aigburth area Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

L15 £650pcm Earlsfield Road Terraced House, Three Bedrooms, Fitted Kitchen with appliances, Fitted Bathroom with Shower, Unfurnished and Viewing Recommended.

£450pcm Hargreaves Road High Standard 1 bedroom first floor apartment close to Lark Lane Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

Base Properties 0151 702 9222 Base Properties 0151 702 9222 £600pcm Pall Mall 2 bedroom fully furnished apartment, spacious open plan living/dining area

L7 £450pcm Botanic Road 2 bed flat, UF, large master bedroom.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 Pantheon 0151 735 1001 £545pcm Pall Mall Two bedroom apartment, spacious, fully furnished, contemporary style, fitted kitchen and stylish bathroom, balcony, no DSS Contact 01925 756817/07973 844381

L8 £625pcm Princes Avenue Large 2 bed FF property (basement property) Pantheon 0151 735 1001

£525pcm The Reach 1 bedroom apartment, fully fitted & equipped kitchen Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357

£625pcm Ullet Road Modern 2 bed apartments, UF, kitchen appliances inc, Private parking.

L18 £525pcm Lidderdale Court Two bedroom ground floor apartment.

The property comes unfurnished and features fitted kitchen and en-suite to the master bedroom. The property is fully alarmed and has allocated parking.

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

£1,900pcm Maycroft House Executive Luxury Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms - Master Ensuite, Office/Study, Bedroom with fitted robes, Fully Furnished to Luxurious Standard, Integrated, Kitchen with Dining Area, Contact the agent for viewing, Three Secure Underground Parking Spaces.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

L17 £2,000pcm Coniston House Executive Luxury Apartment, Excellently Refurbished Throughout, Three Double Bedrooms with fitted robes, Luxurious Master Suite, Leisure Centre, Landscaped gardens and Secure Allocated Parking.

£650pcm Luxury 2 bed fully furnished apartment.

Close to shops & bars on Allerton Road. inclusive of gas, electric & water. Not suitable for children. No DSS. Contact 07818-506642

Base Properties 0151 702 9222 Pantheon 0151 735 1001 £500pcm Halifax House Studio apartment, modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. Unfurnished, electric heating, secondary glazing and lift access. Newly Decorated.

£550pcm Croxteth Road 2 bed UF property, large bedrooms, Ff kitchen with appliances

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

Pantheon 0151 735 1001

£500pcm X Building Spacious one bedroom apartment, furnished, bathroom with chrome fittings

£550pcm Upper Parliament Street Two bedroom apartment close to the city centre and Liverpool Women’s Hospital.

The property comes fully furnished with open plan lounge/kitchen area. Door security system.

£1,100pcm Old Church Hall Recently Completed Executive Conversion, Four Bedrooms, Three Bathrooms, Integrated Kitchen Open to Dining Area, Timber Decked Patio to Rear, Internal inspection recommended Base Properties 0151 702 9222

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5357 £500pcm Halifax House One bedroom apartment, modern fitted kitchen with integrated appliances.

Unfurnished, electric heating, secondary glazing and lift access. Available furnished on request.

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366 From £495pcm Devonshire Road West Recently Completed Conversion, Selection of Two Bedroom Apartments, Modern Fitted Kitchens, Luxury Fitted Bathrooms, feature Double Glazed Sash Windows, Secure Parking to Rear.

£800pcm West Albert Road Ground floor 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom apartment close to Lark Lane, Sefton Park and Princes Park in modern luxury development. Two ensuite bathrooms (one with jacuzzi) and another bathroom with shower in an apartment over 1,200 square feet. The apartment benefits from a conservatory and private garden to the rear with substantial lounge and dining area to the front. Allocated off road parking for 1 vehicle via key fob system.

L22 £450pcm Great Georges Road Spacious one bedroom first floor flat situated in the popular residential location of Waterloo. The property has gas central heating, double glazing, large double bedroom, spacious lounge, open plan modern kitchen/diner and bathroom.

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

L25 £550pcm Woodsome Park Two double bedroom apartment.

Furnished property, features fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances.

Allocated parking.

PropertyFirst 0151 236 3366

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£475pcm Lockfields 2 bed flat UF, good sized bedroom s.

Base Properties 0151 702 9222

Pantheon 0151 735 1001

£450pcm Princes Road Converted Property, Ground Floor Flat, One Large Double Bedroom, Fitted Kitchen, Unfurnished, Contact the agent for viewing

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L5

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Pantheon 0151 735 1001

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£425pcm Tobacco Wharf Luxury Canal side Apartments, Second Floor, One Double Bedroom, Fully Integrated Kitchen, Unfurn/Furn, Secure Parking Available

From £325 - £550pcm Princes Road Various properties, 1 and 2 bed ranging UF properties, fully fitted kitchens with appliances inclusive.

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Debbie Ryan Interview //// TALENT IN THE CITY

Debbie Ryan is one of the city’s most talented emerging artists. Her medium is mosaic and her designs are both eye catching and stimulating. She is currently exhibiting a collection of her work, To Infinity and Beyond, at the Novas CUC Centre, Greenland Street, until 17 May.

Exhibitionist

Visiting the exhibition room you will find that each piece works on more than one level - close up the viewer is presented with the minutiae of the piece in tiny intricate form, which you become aware of as you move further away.

Recent accolades include one of her pieces being voted ‘Best Mosaic’ at an International Mosaic Exhibition in Exeter and an invitation to work with Rolf Harris for a BBC show called Rolf on Lowry.

Debbie spoke to Your Move about her art, inspiration and how she relaxes.

Why did you choose mosaics as your art form?

I discovered mosaics by chance. I originally studied Fine Art and, more particularly, contemporary painting. After graduating I took a course which also offered a work placement with a company called Safe Productions. They specialised 60 Your Move

in mosaic community art projects and I fell in love with the colours and textures. I’m also fascinated with the history of mosaics; it’s not typically associated with contemporary art, which is funny considering how I started out. Over the next six weeks, whilst the exhibition is showing, I am going to run a number of ‘How to’ workshops to help people who are interested to have a go themselves.

What has been your greatest achievement up to this point?

It would have to be working on the Superlambanana sculptures. It was such a fantastic project to be involved in. So many people saw the lambananas, and it seemed that everyone had a favourite; even now people talk about the event. I think it is something the city will remember for a long time, and to be part of

something like that makes me really happy.

What was it like working with Rolf Harris?

Oh he was great. He seems to have endless energy and was full of hugs for all of the people involved with the project.

Basically, he was interpreting Lowry’s painting, Piccadilly Gardens, and had invited a number of artists to do the same from their own perspective.

How did this exhibition come about?

It’s actually my first solo show.

I had been working on a series of eight mosaics over the past two years (as part of the Gaia series) and so added to this group over the past few months. Inspiration came from a wide range of things but, in particular, nature, evolution and space. In this series of work I wanted to explore issues connected with space and the natural world. The mosaics progress along a spectrum of scale, from atoms and animals, to the massive world of planets and stars. I feel it’s important for us, as individuals, to see the self in relation to a bigger picture.; how we and every element or animal fit to contribute to the whole. The series of mosaics I’m showing were made over several months, using traditional methods, with each tile hand cut and fitted into place. I used materials ranging from tiny bright new tiles and broken plates to glass washed up on a beach.

Where, in Liverpool, do you get inspiration and ideas?

There are plenty of places in Liverpool. I love visiting the main galleries (the Walker, Tate and Bluecoat Display Centre) but also the smaller local ones. The Novas CUC Centre is quite new to me, but now that I have been there I am urging everyone to visit.

There are always new exhibitions and events on and it’s only a little out of town, opposite Cain’s Brewery - well worth the walk! I have a great

idea for an art tour which would involve a special bus route. It could stop off at all of the galleries in Liverpool and would make a lovely tour for art lovers. Central Library is a great place for research plenty of my artwork ideas began there.

And where do you find helps you to relax?

I love green spaces like Sefton Park, and, in town, there is either St Luke’s or the gardens around the Anglican Cathedral.

To eat, drink and relax I usually go to The Egg, which is vegetarian, or Leaf Tea Cafe.

And if I’m feeling energetic I’ll go to the indoor climbing centre, Awesome Walls, on Great Howard Street.

What are your plans after the exhibition?

I am considering ideas for a number of mural commissions I have been asked to work on.

A really interesting one is for an exhibition to be shown at Norton Priory in Runcorn.

The proposal is to create several outdoor sculptural pieces for the priory’s walled garden. The theme will be linked with Victorian ideas, which would have been present when the garden was built, so I will be thinking along the lines of herbs for medicinal purposes and flowers.

Tell us the best piece of advice you have been given.

Expect nothing, and hope for everything.

The exhibition, which is free for visitors, will run until May 17 and is open from Wednesday to Saturday, 11am-6pm and Sundays, 11am-4pm.

For more information about Debbie and her work (and for details of her workshops) visit www.debbieryan.co.uk or contact her on 07906-497887. Email info@debbieryan.co.uk Details of Infinity and Beyond at www.novasscarman.org/contemp orary-urban-centres/north-west

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yourmovemagazine.com Interview by Marya McCann

Ryan File Born April 6 1980 Education Holly Lodge School, West Derby Grew up In Kensington, now lives in Old Swan Favourite artist Chris Ofili, he is a black British artist based in London who paints really colourful and contemporary pieces. His paintings are really stunning.’

Favourite piece of art ‘Niki de Saint Phalle’s Tarot Garden in Tuscany, its fantastic!’

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Classic choices

With over 10 years experience in the interior design business, Sharon Armor is poised to answer all your design queries from DIY disasters to decorating dilemmas.

We are going to be redecorating our children’s bedrooms soon. We are having trouble finding suitable beds. The reason we are struggling so much is that all the beds we look at seem to be too babyish or themed! We simply want plain, modern beds that the children can grow up with.

Do you have any suggestions?

I agree with you, it seems that the market has flourished in children’s furniture as well as the choice. It’s expanded so much that it can be difficult these days to find classic, simple furniture. It may be worth looking at a company called Aspace.

They specialise in children’s furniture and may have just what you’re looking for.

Spectacular statements In a restaurant I recently noticed they had a collection of coloured glass bottles and jars running across a window on shelves. It really looked spectacular on the inside and you noticed it even when you left the restaurant from the outside!

I would love to recreate this look in my kitchen, as my windows overlook the garden. Could you give me some advice on where to purchase these bottles?

The best and most economic places to buy items such as these are charity shops and car boot sales.

You may also find collections on the high street and in craft studios. I would choose your collection carefully. For the best results, mix different shapes and always make sure that the glass is clear as imperfections could have an effect on the overall result. The glass designer Elizabeth Lyons sells the most beautiful collection of ‘Big Jars’. They are a series of hand blown glass decanters, and are available in a variety of shapes and colours, giving you a really dynamic statement. For further information have a look on her web site www.lyonsglass.com.

Storage solution My girlfriend has recently moved into my apartment and although I really admire her eco awareness the recycling is driving me mad! The problem is that our kitchen has no hiding places! Even though we have purchased separate bins for recycling, before the week is out they are over flowing and looking very untidy. I have looked into having integrated bins put into one of the units, but I still think we would be left with the same problem. Can you suggest anything, which may make our lives easier?

Quick links Aspace www.aspace.co.uk Elizabeth Lyons www.lyonsglass.com Eco-Bin www.crowndomesticappliances.com

Help is definitely at hand with the new Eco-Bin. Crown Appliances have joined forces with the Italian manufacturer Texa and have launched a unique waste management system with a built in sanitation system. The fully integrated unit is approximately the same size as a dishwasher. The machine is made up from different compartments for recycling. When the machine is not in use, the compartments act as simple storage units for plastics, cans and food etc. When you think the units are getting too full you simply turn on the machine and it compacts all your plastics and cans and grinds the food waste. With this machine I don’t think you will ever have a storage problem again between recycling and collection dates.

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Staying in?

option

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• 2 x bottles of wine (50cl) • Tempting nibbles • Chocolate!

• A selection of DVDs to watch.

• 2 x continental breakfasts delivered to the room the next morning.

or going out?

2 A selection of CDs • • Tempting nibbles • 2 x cocktails each at the bar.

• Automatic guest list at The Newz Bar or Mosquito • 2 x continental breakfasts option

delivered to the room the next morning.

* Both packages are £65.00 per person based on two people sharing.

Mal life. To go out or to stay in? That is the question. Do both. Whether to shop, catch up on the latest gossip and movies, pub it, club it or be simply breathtaking in curlers and slippers all night long. The Liverpool Mal is your secret hideout. Friday night is your night.

Eat, drink and sleep every slinky moment of it at Mal.

To book call

0151 229 5000

or email ldoyle@malmaison.com

Liverpool

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Citrus Brights //// INTERIORS

Compiled by Frances Gill

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1. Carnival stripe cushion, £25, John Lewis 2.Alta wallpaper, £33 per roll, from the Arkona Collection at Harlequin UK, contact Sharon Armor

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3. Vitra baobab desk

by Philippe Starck £1,741.65, Utility

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4. Festival chair, £895, Designers Guild at Elaine Cunningham Interiors

Refresh your interior space for spring with zingy punches of intense, lime green.

5. Glass bobble lamp, £50, Next 6. Smeg fridge, from £899, Marks and Spencer 7. Faktum base cabinet with three drawers, £98.85, Ikea

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8. Alabama two seater sofa, £995, Designers Guild at Elaine Cunningham Interiors

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9. Tall glass lantern, £15, Matalan

7 Stockists Ikea 0845 355 2186 Matalan 0845 330 3330 Elaine Cunningham Interiors 0845 500 5060 Next 0844 844 5344 Sharon Armor 0151 546 0212 Utility 0151 708 4192 Marks and Spencer 0151 708 8383 John Lewis 0151 709 7070

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RENT TO BUY Your new home comes complete with your choice of fitted kitchen, including stainless steel oven, hob and extractor fan; choice of tiles to bathroom and en-suite* and a fully fenced rear garden. *where applicable.

DEAL OF THE WEEK

visit the sales o for details ffice If you purchase within the first 6 months you get 100% rent paid back towards your deposit.

If you purchase within 12 months you get 75% rent paid back towards your deposit.

If you purchase within 18 months you get 50% rent paid back towards your deposit.

If you purchase within 2 years you get 25% rent paid back towards your deposit.

New City Vision: Builders of quality new homes

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To find out more call our Sales Executive on 07771 643278

PRICES STARTING FROM ÂŁ99,950 Rent cost available on request Ellergreen, 158 Utting Avenue East, Liverpool L11 5AB

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Green Days //// GARDEN AND OUTDOOR SPACE

Pond life If you need to drain your pond, then early spring time is the best opportunity as fish and plants are best able to cope with it at this time of year. Make sure your fish are not spawning before you start. If you don’t need to drain the pond, keep up your algae and debris removal with a net to keep your pond life healthy.

Planting perennials This month it’s time to look at your borders.

//// GARDEN MUST HAVE

Multi floral watering can £8, Paperchase at The Metquarter

//// FREE ECO EVENTS Make sure that the soil drainage system is working well so that your new bulbs don’t rot. Now is also time to take care of your perennials. Cut back any remaining stems of herbaceous perennials, and lift and divide up any overgrown patches. When you’re looking for new perennial plants at the garden centre, check to see that the plants have strong, healthy roots and green shoots.

‘A Decent Environment?

Walking Tour of Liverpool’ As part of FACT’s Climate for Change programme, ‘A Decent Environment? Walking Tour of Liverpool’ will take place on 19 April meeting in Gallery One at 1pm.

Walking Tour of Childwall A walking tour of Childwall woods and fields is taking place on 20 April from 1pm. Meet at the corner of Aldbourne Avenue and Woolton Road to take part and look at climate change in the woodland habitat.

Blade Runners

With summer fast approaching, it’s time to get your lawn in order for those Britain in Bloom competitions - or at least in time for the children to enjoy playing games outside. To be as kind to the environment in your quest for a good-looking garden however, cut down on weedkiller and pesticides used for the benefit of all your other plants and wildlife. After the long winter, you’ll need to begin by removing any debris and weed growth from the lawn, pulling it up by the roots where possible. As the temperatures warm up and the grass experiences a growth spurt, horticulturalists recommend mowing the lawn on dry days once or twice a week. This ‘little and often’ tack keeps blades of grass healthy and strong, and helps to avoid brown patches weak areas in the lawn. To follow this advice with a motorized lawn mower, however, will use a considerable amount of energy. For example, fifteen minutes of mowing with a traditional fuel-filled engine is equivalent to driving nearly 86 miles. Choose a manual lawn mower and the extra effort will also help to keep you fit, benefiting you and the environment. If you’re feeling a little community spirit, mow your neighbours’ lawns at the same time and cut their electricity bills and emissions at the same time –you’ll come to be known as the local blade runner.

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Fashion raises funds //// BIT OF A DO

Formby Hall was the venue for a ladiesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; lunch and shopping event in aid of the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation. Over ÂŁ900 was raised by the 120 ladies in attendance, where three fashion shows took place as well as demonstrations of teeth whitening and beauty procedures. The event was organized by Yaffe Fusion Art, and guests included Claire Simonsen of CityTalk, who set up the Mike Flynn Tribute Fund within Roy Castle in honour of her dad.

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2. Denise Hughes and Dorothy Gibson.

3. Yasmin Zahir.

4. Danielle Rhall, Carol Rhall and Laura Rhall.

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5. Margaret Flynn and Claire Simonsen (Claire and her mum Margaret set up the Mike Flynn Tribute Fund together).

6. Margaret Flynn, Claire Simonsen, Sandra Carney and Natallia Cranston, all in dresses by Natallia boutique.

7. Sally Williams and Lauren Birchall.

8. Claire Simonsen, City Talk (centre) with Jenny Lloyd and Clare Irevorrow from the Roy Castle Foundation.

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Hot In The City

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//// ALL THE LATEST LIFESTYLE NEWS

Brighter smiles

Creative concepts and vintage fashion A new concept for local creative designers and craft makers is the brainchild of two Liverpool ladies.

HELEN HOPE AND FAYE NEWTON

The Liverpool Shakespeare Festival has a superb line up for 2009, run by the Lodestar Theatre Company.

The Bard is back Following on from last year’s productions of Macbeth and A Midsummer Night’s Dream, the company of ex-LIPA students will perform Hamlet at St. George’s Hall in August (10-23) and from 1-13 September Tom Stoppard’s Rosencrantz and Guildenstern Are Dead at the NOVAS Contemporary Urban Centre – using the same cast for both productions.

For more information visit the website www.liverpoolshakespearefestival.co.uk.

The New Village Fete will see local jewellery and creative designers get together to showcase their wares in Heebie Jeebies, the popular night time venue on Seel Street from 10am until 4pm on Saturday 23 May. The all day event looks set to emulate similar ventures in Covent Garden, although its modest organizers, Helen Hope and Faye Newton from Allerton say they are just keen to be able to showcase local designers’ work in a customerfriendly environment.

Vintage clothing, jewellery, new designs and crafts will be on display, and there’s still time for budding talent to get a stall for their wares by emailing thenewvillagefete@live.co.uk.

An open day at Ollie & Darsh dental practice on Dale Street is offering a 10 per cent discount on Invisalign invisible brace treatments on 23 April.

Visitors can also sign up for either free whitening or a free iPod shuffle. For more information telephone the practice on 0151 236 6578.

City hotspots Getting to know different areas in Liverpool is going to be the theme for a series of lunchtime lectures.

Lecturers from the Continuing Education department will be giving talks at the Anglican Cathedral each Wednesday from 1pm until 2pm. On 29 April, the spotlight is on Lathom House, on 6 May on Toxteth Park, 13 May on Breckfield and Anfield, 20 May on Birkenhead Park and 27 May on Crosby. We think that covers just about everything!

A PENSIVE HAMLET

Cool runnings Sponsorship forms for the Women’s 10k and 5k in Liverpool are still available.

Race instructions will be posted out from 20 April to entrants.

For more information and to check for updates visit www.runliverpool.org.uk.

Hot Product Sony NW-ZW202G Wearable MP3 Walkman 2GB, comes in a range of colours, £58, John Lewis

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New Spring Menu Monday to Thursday Starter & mains only £9.95 all night Friday & Saturday Starter & mains only £11.95 5-7pm Now open Sundays Starter and mains for £9.95 or traditional Sunday roast for £7.95 from 1pm Note: starters and mains from our à la carte menu (supplements apply)

Ark Restaurant Penny Lane area * Liverpool * L15 9EH Reservations 0151 734 0202 * reservations@arkrestaurant.co.uk * www.arkrestaurant.co.uk

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What’s On

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//// YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL OUR CHOICE

BEST OF THE REST When We Are Married Liverpool Playhouse - 30 April until 23 May When We Are Married at Liverpool Playhouse is a farcical comedy about ‘henpecked husbands and worn down wives’. Les Dennis stars in this new production from 30 April until 23 May. Telephone 0151 709 4776.

A Sweet Life Sudley House Museum - 09 April until Spring 2010

Shirley Valentine Much-loved Liverpudlian writer Willy Russell has won a number of awards for ‘Shirley Valentine’, and the play returns to the city to be performed at the Royal Court from 23 April until 9 May. Starring Pauline Daniels as Shirley Bradshaw, this uplifting play is also part of the Liverpool Comedy Festival programme;

Sudley House is exhibiting a feast for lovers of fashion: ‘A Sweet Life’ displays the amazing wardrobe of Emily Tinne, wife of a GP, and the clothes of her whole family, from 1910-40 at the museum on Mossley Hill Road in Aigburth.

Chris de Burgh Liverpool Philharmonic - 27 April On 27 April, Chris de Burgh launches his UK tour at the Liverpool Philharmonic.

Telephone 0151 709 3789 to book.

see www.liverpoolcomedyfestival.com.

ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR

Singin’ in the Rain Singin’ in the Rain runs at the Empire Theatre from 28 April until 02 May, starring Olivier Award-winning Tim Flavin as Don Lockwood – famously played by Gene Kelly in the film.

Telephone the box office on 0844 847 2525; performances start at 7.30pm with additional 2.30pm performances on Wednesday and Saturday.

French Impressionists Lady Lever Art Gallery - until 31 May Don’t miss the French Impressionists at Lady Lever Art Gallery in Port Sunlight.

Masterpieces by Renoir, Degas, Monet and Rodin are on display until 31 May.

Bob Dylan Liverpool Echo Arena - 01 May Bob Dylan plays the Liverpool Arena on 01 May, with his European tour combining favourites from old albums and his latest, Modern Times.

Telephone 0844 8000 400 for tickets.

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Get Shorty! //// WOMEN’S FASHION

Compiled by Frances Gill

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1. Snake tie playsuit, £45, Jane Norman 2. Gold cuff, £7.50, Next 3. Bandeau short jumpsuit with cuffed hems, £85, French Connection

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4. Silk playsuit, £30, Topshop 5. Stone multi stitch playsuit, £45, Miss Selfridge 6. Heart and chain earrings, £7, Topshop

As the cute all in one playsuit becomes one of this season’s hottest trends, take your pick from a selection of neutral and nude shades.

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7. Multi strand necklace, £9.59, Marks and Spencer

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8. Lord have mercy wedge, £80, Office 9. Mocha button through playsuit, £40, Dorothy Perkins 10. Tailored Jumpsuit, £16, George at Asda

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Stockists Office 0151 709 0403 Marks and Spencer 0151 708 8383 Next 0844 844 5344 George at Asda 0151 264 6100 Miss Selfridge 0151 708 8313 Dorothy Perkins 0151 227 2359 Jane Norman 0151 708 7922 Topshop 0151 709 1660 French Connection 0151 707 1115

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Top Hats //// MEN’S FASHION

Compiled by Frances Gill

Gentlemen, seek out the most desired accessory for the summer months, the classic trilby!

1. Black pin stripe trilby hat, £20, Debenhams 2. White pinstripe trilby, £15, Topman

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Table Talk

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//// LUCY OLIVER INTERVIEWS KATE FROST FROM BEETHAM AT THE PANORAMIC

With planning permission recently secured for a new £1billion 52-storey Beetham landmark in the capital, the view is looking particularly bright for the Liverpool family firm. Kate Frost heads up the sales and lettings team in Liverpool and Manchester, based in the Beetham headquarters in West Tower on Old Hall street, and she joins me on the 34th floor for lunch in the Panoramic restaurant, where unrivalled views of the city and the waterfront complement the farreaching idealism of the firm which sells and lets apartments to city dwellers with an appetite for a luxury lifestyle.

As we take in the view, Kate tells me that Beetham’s new ‘rent to buy’ package has been proving popular, with a high number of enquiries coming in the few weeks since the development advertised its deal in You Move: “The properties are available to buy or to let, and the new ‘rent to buy’ enables those who want to buy to rent for now and save up towards their final purchase.

“Each agreement with the buyer allows a full year from

signing the papers to buy at a 30 per cent discount, after which the property is available to buy any time at 20 per cent off the purchase price. In the third year, the discount is 10 per cent off the price, and all the money paid as rent during the term of the lease is also returned to be used as a deposit or as a further discount off the property price.”

From the Panoramic’s three course lunch menu, Kate chooses the salmon served with warm carpaccio and shallot vinaigrette to start, while I opt for the potato and truffle, a light and refreshing addition to the menu.

Kate’s background in hospitality has seen her work abroad for a large chunk of her career, moving into property with transferable sales and management experience to try her hand in a new industry just a year ago. Now living and working in the landmark West Tower, she can witness first hand how the city has changed and is changing, balancing World Heritage status with future opportunities.

For our main courses, Kate and I both choose the halibut,

which arrives with black pudding and a lobster dumpling, followed by pecan cheesecake for Kate and crème brulee served with Madeleine cakes for me; a pleasant combination of creamy dessert and sponge.

The family firm at Beetham sells, lets and manages the properties in West Tower, as well as in the residential developments in Manchester and Birmingham. The remaining properties in West Tower all have two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with spectacular views across the city and the river from every apartment: “The view is definitely the USP,” says Kate.

“As a company though, we offer a very flexible service and are willing to negotiate a good deal for buyers and tenants.

“I sometimes think I’d like to move to London and work there for a while, but then after visiting for the weekend I appreciate what we have here so much more; Liverpool really is my favourite city in the world.”

With that, Kate returns to her office, with possibly the most coveted outlook in the city.

“The new ‘rent to buy’ enables those who want to buy to rent for now and save up towards their final purchase.”

To enquire about Beetham’s apartments for sale or rent, or the ‘Rent to Buy’ scheme contact Kate on 0151 476 6666.

Panoramic 34th Floor, West Tower Block, Brook Street, Liverpool, L3 9PJ T: 0151 236 5534

Highlight: Breathtaking views stretching across the city and the river. On a clear day, you can see Blackpool Tower.

Chef’s special: Three courses at lunch will set you back just £19.50.

Relocate to the bar area after your meal to enjoy a different view.

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Liverpool One Chocolate Fair //// STREETLIFE LIVERPOOL ONE 8-11 APRIL 2009

JOYCE WITH CAREN AND

“…chocoholics flocked to see television chocolate chef Willie HarcourtCooze…”

DUCE WILLIE SHOWS THE PRO

Liverpool One’s Chocolate Fair saw chocoholics flock to see television chocolate chef Willie Harcourt-Cooze demonstrate some of his favourite recipes. The fourday event in Paradise Street was an indulgent prelude to Easter Sunday celebrations, with chocolate tasting, incorporating chocolate in savoury dishes, and how to roll your own truffles all featured on its menu.

Demonstrations also featured other local chocolate experts – including Bala Cronin from The Chocolate Cellar on Hanover Street.

JANE WRAGG

CHRISTINE VAY

MATTHEW AN D CHRISTINE

WILLIE DEMONSTRATES

TRACY DREW, MYOR, BEN AND

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MELODY, LIVERPOOL ONE EVENTS TEAM

OLIVER AND FREYA WITH MUM SHARON

ABIGAIL, JOANNA, WIL LIE

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*Offer available on selected plots only and subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply. Ask for details. Bellway reserve the right to withdraw or alter this offer at any time.

Membership of the Scheme is subject to status and individual lenders security requirements may vary. Prices correct at time of going to press.

Pictures for reference only and are typical of a Bellway home but may not be representative of the development advertised. Specification on site may vary.