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Your new home is ready now!

Priory Gate offers new 2 & 3 bedroom apartments in a tranquil location all enjoying fully fitted kitchens with Double oven, Integrated hob, Brushed steel chimney hood and Under unit lighting.

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Contents //// WELCOME TO ISSUE 243

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Hello 59 Welcome to Your Move magazine, as ever bursting with properties to move into, from duplex penthouses in the city centre to suburban hideaways on the exclusive Crofton Estate. The Hot Topic’s focus on regeneration zones profiles the progress made under the NewHeartlands regeneration scheme, and Lord Seb Coe fills us in on what the Olympics mean for Merseyside’s sporting heroes of the future, and the benefits to our region.

See if you’ve been snapped at the opening of HomeLets & HomeSales’ new office in Prescot on page 48, and check out the Santa Dash launch in Streetlife.

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Cover Story 44 Talent in the city Lord Coe on the Olympics’ spin-off benefits in Liverpool

Four best buys Featuring King Sturge, Pantheon Property Services, Keppie Massie Residential and City Residential

28 Four Best Lets Featuring Belvoir Lettings, Property First Asset Management, Liverpool Residential Lettings and Castle Estates 30 On the ladder with…

Natalie Taylor, senior sales negotiator at HomeSales & HomeLets Cover Story 32 Hot Topic NewHeartlands’ housing market renewal programme in the spotlight 34 Hot and Happening The latest news and gossip 37 Hot off the Press The new Crofton Estate launch 39 Movers Inside a four bedroom terrace in Aigburth 43 Have your say Should the council’s expenses be made public?

47 Ask the Expert Interior dilemmas answered 48 Bit of a do Social events in pictures 49 Your Move Interiors Summer Plates 51 Green Days Ideas for the great outdoors 53 Hot in the city Inside Tracey Bell’s clinic 55 What’s on Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra Cover Story 57 Ladies fashion Glow in yellow 59 Men’s fashion Summer blazers 61 Table Talk Rob Farnham dines at Restaurant Bar & Grill 62 Streetlife The launch of the Santa Dash

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

Quebec Quay Liverpool City Centre, L3 £159,950 What’s on offer?

This two bedroom ground floor apartment offers the ideal docklands pad for anyone looking to experience a waterfront lifestyle.

Agent’s view

Ian Taylor sales and lettings consultant at Keppie Massie Residential

“This is an excellent opportunity to buy a unique ground floor apartment in the ever popular Quebec Quay development. Two minutes walk out of your front door and you will find yourself walking along the River Mersey. Two minutes in the other direction and you could be enjoying lunch or evening drinks in the Yacht Club. This is a fantastic location if you wish to live close to the waterfront at an affordable price. Much more than an average two bedroom apartment in this development, a viewing is essential.”

To view this property now, call 0151 236 9660.

Wapping Dock Liverpool City Centre, L3 £259,950 What’s on offer?

This corner apartment offers fantastic views towards the Albert Dock and features a balcony and two large double bedrooms.

Agent’s view “It isn’t often a corner apartment at Wapping Dock comes on to the market. There are fantastic views down towards the Albert Dock and the city which can be enjoyed from the balcony off the lounge, or from the floor-to ceiling window in the separate kitchen. The Shannon Conway property has a split-level lounge and dining sales manager area, two large double bedrooms with fitted at King Sturge storage, a beautifully finished kitchen with appliances, and a modern bathroom. Viewing is highly recommended.”

To view this property now, call 0151 242 6490.

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15 Hatton Garden Liverpool City Centre, L3 £187,750 What’s on offer?

This realistically priced duplex penthouse is available with no chain and includes parking and two double bedrooms.

Agent’s view

Andy Schofield business development consultant at City Residential

“We are delighted to offer for sale this extremely attractive and spacious two-bedroom duplex penthouse apartment, situated in the heart of Liverpool City Centre. One of the four individual penthouses, this one includes an en-suite to master, modern fitted kitchen with many integrated appliances, large floor to ceiling feature windows and large terrace as well as an entrance hall, study room, lounge, dining room, kitchen and bathroom. An early viewing appointment is strongly advised.”

To view this property now, call 0151 231 6100.

Methuen Street Liverpool 15 £94,950 AND OPEN TO OFFERS. What’s on offer?

This two bedroom terraced property is situated in a popular area of Wavertree and is ready to move straight in.

Agent’s view

Jane Murray head of estate agency services, Pantheon Property Services

“The vendor of this delightful property is willing to negotiate for a quick sale. This property really is one of the best maintained and neat homes I’ve looked at and buyers will be attracted to the well decorated lounge with feature fireplace, the good sized fitted kitchen on the ground floor leading to an inner hallway and family bathroom. There are two good sized double bedrooms to the first floor and, with gas central heating and double glazing, this is a lovely home for first time buyers or a young family. I’d encourage people to view as soon as possible.”

To view this property now, call 0151 735 1001.

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0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Shaw Street, Liverpool

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

Cable Yard, Cheapside

From £99,950 The Anchorage, Docklands

Hudson Gardens, City Centre

• 2 bedroom apartment • Open plan living / kitchen area • bathroom and two bedrooms • GCH, sash windows, character features

£110,000

£123,950

Liberty Place, City Centre

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• 2 bedroom top floor apartment • Spacious lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom • Allocated parking • Fantastic views of the Marina

£134,950

£134,950

£143,950

£144,950

OIRO £152,950

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Devonshire Road, Liverpool

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£159,995

• Three bedroom top floor apartment • Good condition throughout, spacious • GCH, DG, Communal gardens • On street parking

• 4th floor 2 bedroom apartment • Open plan lounge and fitted kitchen • 2 bedrooms and family bathroom • Timber balcony, allocated parking

• Ground floor 2 bedroom apartment • Tastefully decorated, DG throughout • Benefits from a car parking space • Close to all the amenities

£169,995

• 2 bedroom 1st floor luxury apartment • GCH, security alarm system • Private terrace and separate garage • Close to schools, shops, rail network

Devon Way, Huyton

Dragon Lane, Whiston

Milton Avenue, Huyton

£59,950

£79,950

Broadlands, Prescot

Bluebell Lane, Huyton

• 3 bed semi-detached • Front and rear gardens • Driveway • Viewing recommended

£119,950 Case Grove, Prescot

Jefferys Crescent, Huyton EW E N RIC P

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• 3 Bedroom mid terraced • Front and rear gardens • Double glazed • Ideal for first time buyers

£214,950

0151 292 8880

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• 3 Bed mid terraced • Front and rear gardens • Double glazed, gas central heating • Ideal investment opportunity

• 2 bedroom period style end terrace • Solid oak flooring, DG, GCH • Fully fitted kitchen and appliances • Marble tiling

£185,000

19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA Barford Road Huyton

• 1st floor 2 bedroom luxury apartment • Kitchen with integrated appliances • Electric heating, DG, parking • Timber decked terrace

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• 3 bed 3rd floor duplex penthouse apart • Open plan living area, fitted kitchen • 3 large decked terraces with views • Ensuite, bathroom, DG, parking

• Two bedroom apartment with parking • Open plan lounge/dining room, kitchen • Master bedroom with ensuite • Large paved terrace, views over the city

• 2 bedroom 3rd floor apartment • EH, DG, solid wooden flooring • Integrated kitchen appliances • Juliet style balcony, secure parking

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

OIRO £74,950 City Quay, Docklands

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• A selection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available for sale • Fully fitted kitchens with integrated appliances • Fully tiled bathrooms finished to a high specification • Parking available for an additional cost

• 1 bedroom ground floor flat • EH, laminate flooring, sash windows • 1 secure parking space • 75% shared ownership

Trafalgar Court, City Centre

• 3 Bed semi-detached • Front and rear gardens • Good size bedrooms • Viewing recommended

• 3 bed semi-detached • Front and rear gardens • Double glazed gas central heating • Viewing highly recommended

£124,950

£125,000

Cringles Drive, Tarbock

Whitestone Close, Knowsley Village

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• Modern 3 bed detached • Front and rear gardens • Conservatory • NO CHAIN

£139,950

• Large 3 bedroom semi-detached • Front and rear gardens • Gas central heating • Double glazing

£149,950

• Modernized 3 bedroom Detached • Front and rear gardens • Gas central heating • Viewing highly recommended

£154,950

• Spacious Detached bungalow • Fabulous condition • Front and rear gardens • Gas central heating

£174,950

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• Beautiful 4 bed detached • Conservatory • Immaculate condition • £5000.00 back on completion

£319,950

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Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Lockerby Road, Kensington

£445pcm

From £450pcm

Renaissance Quarter, City Centre

Yewdale Road, Walton

Bankside Court, Litherland

Merchants Quay, Docklands

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Jugglers Yard, City Centre

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A selection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Both furnished and unfurnished apartments available Parking available Located in the heart of the City Centre

£500pcm

A selection of 1 and 2 bedroom apartments Ideally situated for the business district Fully equipped kitchens Excellent value – includes gas bills!

• Fully refurbished 2 bedroom terrace • DG and GCH • Lounge, dining room, kitchen • Early viewing essential

£300pcm

Croxteth Road, Aigburth

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• Ground floor studio apartment • Heated ceilings, DG, sep storage space • Communal launderette, • Communal gardens and parking

Dale Street, City Centre EW E N RIC P

£295pcm

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EW N • 1 bedroom newly refurbished apart • Close to all amenities and transport • Laminate flooring, GCH, fitted kitchen • Off road parking, blinds throughout

Kemble Street, Prescot

Worcester Court, Bootle

• 3 bedroom semi detached, unfurnished • 2 reception rooms, family bathroom • Fitted kitchen, gardens to the rear • Driveway to the front

• Refurbished 2 bedr unfurn apartment • Finished to a high specification • Fully fitted kitchen and spacious lounge • Fully tiled bathroom, power shower

£500pcm

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£495pcm

Anglican Court, Liverpool

£600pcm Elysian Fields, City Centre

Ivy Farm House, Prescot N

• Spacious five bed detached house • Modern 3 storey detached home • Large kitchen / dining area • Spacious rear garden, furn/unfurn

• 5 bedroom farm house • Unique character accommodation • Set in mature landscaped gardens • Adjoining paddock

£1200pcm

£1400pcm

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• Spacious 3 bedroom duplex penthouse • Unfurnished, Fully fitted kitchen • Large living area, stunning views • Electric heating, underground parking

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£650pcm

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• 3 bedroom ground floor apartment • Spacious accommodation throughout • Large fully integrated kitchen • En suite to the master bedroom

£625pcm

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Manhattan Place, City Centre

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Livingstone Drive South, Aigburth

Staten Court, City Centre

• Attractive 2 bed 2nd floor apartment • Electric heating, Double glazing • Video security system, Lift access • Integrated kitchen, Terrace

• Furnished 2 bedroom apartment • Situated opposite Princess Park • Ground floor, fully fitted kitchen • En-suite to master, GCH, parking

From £625pcm

Manolis Yard, City Centre

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A selection of 1 bedroom apartments available Finished to a very high standard Fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances Secure underground parking available

• 2 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished • Spacious living area • Secure entry & allocated parking

£750pcm

Princess Gate East, Liverpool

• Well presented one bed apartment • Furnished to a high standard • Open plan lounge/kitchen • Bathroom with shower

£1500pcm

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SHAW STREET Well presented one bedroom apartment, with open plan lounge area and kitchen, and bathroom. Secure parking space.

Priced competitively for quick sale viewing recommended.

£89,950

MANHATTAN PLACE Fourth floor corner apartment. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and kitchen area, two double bedrooms and bathroom. South facing balcony with views over the square and the River Mersey. Secure parking STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

£154,950

ST PAULS SQUARE Brand new apartment in quiet part of the city. Comprising two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, open plan living and kitchen area. Balcony overlooking St Pauls Square. Secure parking available. Viewing highly recommended. Offers considered. £159,950

THE SYMPHONY Beautifully converted duplex with two double bedrooms, lounge, dining area, kitchen and bathroom. Exposed beams and sash windows. Allocated parking and permits.

Priced to attract a quick sale, viewing highly recommended STAMP DUTY EXEMPT

£162,500

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STATEN COURT Duplex penthouse. Comprising lounge, dining area, fully fitted kitchen, two balconies, two bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. Benefits from dual aspect views over the River Mersey and the City, solid oak flooring, intercom and secure underground parking.

OFFERS INVITED £195,000

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. £215,000

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Top floor corner apartment, well presented with two double bedrooms, lounge, dining area, separate kitche/diner and modern bathroom. Stunning city views. Viewing highly recommended. Grade II listed building. Secure parking.

BEETHAM PLAZA Stunning duplex, penthouse apartment with spacious roof terrace overlooking the Three Graces. Comprising three bedrooms, open plan living and dining areas, double height ceilings, family bathroom, ensuite and WC. TWO secure parking spaces, 24 hour concierge and Residents' Only gym.

£279,950

£575,000

South Ferry Quay, furnished, parking ........................................£550pcm Victoria Buildings, one bed, furnished.......................................£525pcm The Anchorage, two beds, furnished, parking ...........................£595pcm City Lofts, one bed, furnished.....................................................£600pcm Waterloo Quay, two beds, furnished, parking...........................£595pcm Sovereign Chamber, 2 beds, furnished......................................£650pcm Knight Street, two beds, furnished ............................................£650pcm Waterloo Quay, two beds, furnished, parking............................£645pcm Hatton Gardens, two beds, furnished........................................£695pcm Central Gardens, two beds, furnished, parking .........................£695pcm Argyle Court, two beds, furnished, parking ...............................£725pcm Unity Buildings, two beds, furnished, terrace ...........................£745pcm

Due to the high demand, there are very few apartments available.

Please call now to avoid dissappointment.

City Lofts, two beds, furnished, parking.....................................£750pcm City Lofts, two beds, furnished, parking.....................................£850pcm Beetham Plaza, two beds, furnished, parking ...........................£875pcm Pall Mall, two beds, furnished, parking, terrace .........................£875pcm

Small selection of studio, one and two bedrooms apartments available From £425pcm Penthouses apartments From £1800pcm

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City Office 8-10 Stanley Street, Liverpool, L1 6AF Tel: 0151 236 4400 Email: city@venmores.co.uk

This Week’s Featured Home...

• Architect designed • Detached house • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Kitchen/breakfast room • Bathroom, shower room & 2 WC • Feature atrium with curved gallery • Mature gardens

Allerton Office 32 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LN Tel: 0151 733 9000 Email: allerton@venmores.co.uk

Call us today 0151 733 9000 Dealcroft, Cheddar Close £89,950

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One Bedroom Apartment Retirement development Over 55's only Lounge with Balcony Security entrance system UPVC DG, GCH Car Park

Wembley Road, Allerton £259,950

West Albert Rd, Liverpool £395,000

• Delightful semi-detached • Separate self-contained apartment • 5 Bedrooms • Substantial breakfast kitchen • Gardens, GCH • Downstairs Cloakroom

Knowsley Rd, Cressington Pk £625,000

Green Lane, Liverpool £375,000

Beechfield Road £339,950

Elmsley Rd, Mossley Hill £279,950 stamp duty paid

Cooper Avenue North £275,000

• Period Mews House • Three Bedrooms • Lounge • Kitchen/breakfast room • Utility room • Communal Gardens • Two Parking Spaces

• “TARDIS” FOR SALE! • Deceptively spacious Detached bungalow • Three Bedrooms • Two En-suites • Spacious Lounge • Dining Hall

• Penthouse Apartment • Private lift access to apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/dining room • Fitted Kitchen • GCH

• Substantial 3 Bed. Semi • Tastefully presented • Large through Lounge • Kitchen/breakfast room • Stylish Bathroom • Spacious Garage GCH, uPVC DG

Childwall Priory Road £225,000

Heathfield Road, Liverpool £215,000 Reduced

• Semi detached house • Three Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Kitchen/breakfast room • GCH, garage, driveway • Available with no chain!!!

• Ideal family home

• Terraced house • Period Features • Four Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Original Sash Windows • Requires Modernisation • Spacious accommodation

Kremlin Drive, West Derby £245,000

more experience. more guarantees. more peace of mind.

• Superb 3 bed Semi • Off Allerton Road • Substantial rear extension • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • L Shaped Kitchen/Diner • Gas central heating

• Investment Opportunity • 10 bedsits • Kitchen diner • Requires modernisation • All offers considered!

• Over three floors

Plattsville Road, Allerton £199,950

Beckenham Avenue £180,000

Hollybank Road £179,950

Wellington Ave, Liverpool £159,950

• End terrace house • Four Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Lounge/dining room • Sitting room, utility room • Garage • Available with No Chain!!!

• Terraced house • Rear garden • Cul de sac location • Tastefully Presented • Period Features • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms

• 3 Bed mid terrace • Interlinked reception rooms • Breakfast Kitchen • Attic room • DG, GCH • Ideal family home • Highly recommended!

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Elmswood Ct, Mossley Hill £149,950

Melbreck Road, Liverpool £215,000

Newsham Drive, Liverpool £135,000

Fearnside Street, Liverpool £129,000

Stamfordham Drive £119,950

Cranborne Rd, Wavertree £119,950

• Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment • Garage • GCH, uPVC DG • Fitted kitchen • Fitted Wardrobes • Garden Views

• Semi detached house • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • In need of modernisation • Period Features • Secluded rear garden • Garage, Driveway

• Stylish Apartment • Two Bedrooms • En suite shower room • Lounge, GCH & DG • Fitted kitchen with integrated appliance • Good access to City

• 3 bed semi-detached • Available with no chain!

• Substantial corner plot • Large garden area • Lounge, Breakfast Kitchen • UPVC DG Conservatory • GCH

• Semi detached house • Corner Plot • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Requires refurbishment • Close to public transport • GCH, gardens

• Terraced house • Three Bedrooms • Through Lounge • Fitted kitchen • GCH, uPVC DG • Highly recommended!

Wellington St, Liverpool £109,950 Offers considered

Greenhill Road, Allerton £106,000

Princes Court, Croxteth Rd £99,950

Park Hill Road, Liverpool £99,950

Glebe Hey, Netherley £99, 000

Gidlow Road, Old Swan £81,950

• Terraced house • Three Stories • Four Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • DG, GCH • Close to local amenities • Close to public transport

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• Purpose built apartment • Second floor • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/dining room • Balcony with views over Princes Park • Underfloor heating

• End terrace house • Three Bedrooms • Lounge, Dining Room • Gas central heating • 75% Shared Ownership • Rear garden

• Terraced house • Three Bedrooms • Through Lounge • Conservatory • Modern fitted kitchen • Front and Rear gardens • Driveway, GCH

• Terraced house • Two Bedrooms • Lounge • Dining Room • Fitted kitchen • GCH, uPVC DG • Ideal first time buy

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First floor Apartment Lounge/dining Room Kitchen/Utility room 2 Bedrooms Part GCH, DG Communal parking area

Hundred’s more properties on our website www.venmores.co.uk

End Terrace Four Bedrooms Over three floors Lounge Kitchen/breakfast room Landscaped garden UPVC DG & GCH

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This Week’s Featured Home...

Mason House, Castle St £210,000 • City Centre duplex apartment • Beautifully presented • Two bedrooms • Generous lounge/dining room • En-suite to master bedroom • Parking permit available • Available with NO CHAIN • Viewing recommended

City Office 8-10 Stanley Street, Liverpool, L1 6AF Tel: 0151 236 4400 Email: city@venmores.co.uk Allerton Office 32 Allerton Road, Liverpool, L18 1LN Tel: 0151 733 9000 Email: allerton@venmores.co.uk

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Beetham Tower, Liverpool £375,000

Waterloo Warehouse £215,000

Merton Road, Bootle £189,950

Faulkner Square, Liverpool £165,000

Cathedral Chambers, Liverpool £144,950

Marylebone, Liverpool £142,950

• Penthouse Apartment • Developed by Beetham • 24th & 25th Levels • Views of the River Mersey • Two bedrooms • Allocated parking • Viewing by appointment

• Fifth Floor Duplex Apart • Views over River and dock • Two bedrooms • Allocated parking • Grade II listed building • Available with no chain • Economy 7 heating •

• Semi detached property • Six bedrooms • Four reception rooms • Additional cellar areas • In need of refurbishment • Parking for several cars • Gardens to front and rear•

• Georgian Quarter location • Top floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Timber decked roof terrace • Views of Anglican Cathedral • Available with no chain

• Well presented apartment • Located on second floor • Two bedrooms • Open plan lounge/kitchen • Views of River Mersey • Allocated parking • Convenient access to City

• Well presented apartment • Three bedrooms • Convenient for City Centre • Allocated parking space • Gas central heating • Modern styling • Viewing recommended

Royal Quay, Kings Dock £137,500

Dukes Terrace, Liverpool £129,950

The Symphony, Stowell St £129,950

Armstrong Quay, Liverpool £129,950

• Third floor apartment • Two bedrooms • En-suite to master • Balcony • Allocated parking • Convenient access to City • Available with no chain •

• Purpose Built Apartment • Located on the first floor • Two bedrooms • Stairs and lifts to all floors • Convenient access to City • Electric heating throughout • Available with no chain •

• Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Well presented by owner • Private patio area • Within easy distance of City Centre • Available with no chain

• Purpose built apartment • Two bedrooms • Lounge, views to Estuary • Economy 7 heating • Stamp duty exempt • Allocated parking • Available with no chain

Rodney Street, Liverpool £119,950

Royal Quay, Liverpool £119,950

Alexandra Court, Liverpool £115,000

The Sidings, Crown Street £115,000

• Second floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Lounge/dining room • Easy access to University's & hospitals • Resident parking • Economy 7 heating

• Purpose Built Apartment • Third Floor • Two bedrooms • One reception room • Convenient for City Centre • Economy 7 heating • Inspection recommended

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• Purpose built apartment • Located on second floor • Two bedrooms • Lounge with balcony • Allocated parking space • Presented to high standard • Convenient access to City

City Quay, Ellerman Road £112,950

Cornwallis Court, Liverpool £110,000

The Sidings, Crown Street £105,000

Cable Yard, Cheapside £105,000

Anglican Court, Liverpool £102,000

Walton Lane, Liverpool £99,950

• River Side Development • 1st Floor • Two bedrooms • Open plan lounge/kitchen • DG, CH, allocated parking • Viewing recommended • Contact agent for viewing

• Sympathetic conversion • Second floor apartment • Good-sized bedroom • Open plan living area • Kitchen with appliances • Available with No Chain • Viewing recommended

• First floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Lift and stairs to all floors • Allocated parking space • Available with no chain • Open plan lounge/kitchen • Contact agent for viewing

• One bedroom apartment • Located on the third floor • Within the heart of the City • 80% shared ownership • Ideal first time buy • Open plan lounge/kitchen • Available with no chain

• Purpose built development • Second floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Allocated parking • Lounge/Dining Room • Easy access to the City • Available with no chain

• Purpose built development • Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Allocated parking • Gas central heating • Well presented • Available with no chain

Sedley Street, Anfield £69,950

Haigh Street, Liverpool £59,950

Francine Close, Liverpool £87,950

Lockfields View, Liverpool £85,950

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Hatton Garden, Liverpool £84,950 (offers in excess)

Walton Lane, Liverpool £78,950

Awaiting Photograph • Recently re-furbished development • Two bedrooms • First floor apartment • CH, DG, allocated parking • Convenient access to City • Available with no chain

• Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • GCH, DG throughout • Allocated parking space • Ideal first time buyer or investor • Inspection recommended

• City Centre development • Third floor, one bedroom • Lift & stairs to all floors • Ideal first time buy • With benefit of no chain • Communal areas by John Rocha

• Mid terraced property • Three bedrooms • Two reception rooms • Gas central heating • In need of modernisation • Paved garden to the rear • Available with no chain

• • • • •

2 bedroom house End of terrace DG, GCH Well presented Contact 0151 236 4400 for viewings

• Well presented apartment • 50% shared equity with Riverside Housing • Two bedrooms • Allocated parking space • Views of the City skyline • Convenient access to City

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

OAKHILL ROAD

ADLER WAY

Third floor apartment, open plan living area, dbl bedroom, modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, upvc DG, GCH, car space

From £82,950

Mixed use two storey end terrace, three bedrooms, retail lock up shop to ground floor and yard area. Tel no 0151 207 9339

£89,950

CHANCELLORS COURT

FOCUS BUILDING

TOWER BUILDING

Grade II listed building, fourth floor apartment, one bedroom, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, shower room/WC, reception with concierge

£94,950

HARDMAN STREET

MINSTER COURT

Ground floor apartment, lounge/dining room, kitchen, double bedroom, bathroom/ wc, upvc double glazing, residents parking

NEW

£85,000

BEETHAM TOWER

SEFTON STREET

First floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, bathroom, en-suite shower room, balcony, secure car space

NEW

£130,000

LIBERTY PLACE

View from apartment

Ground floor apartment, two double bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, bathroom/wc, secure car space

NEW

£125,000

BEETHAM TOWER

Duplex penthouse apartment open plan living area, fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, en-suite shower room, utility, secure car space

£375,000

Third floor flat, lounge, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom/wc, en-suite shower room, secure car space, balcony

NEW

£120,000

First floor flat, one bedroom, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom

NEW

£89,000

£169,950

Ground Floor Apartment, Double Bedroom, Open Plan Living Area, Fitted Kitchen Modern Bathroom, No Chain

£99,950

BEDFORD STREET SOUTH

THE REACH

PRINCES GARDENS

WATERLOO QUAY

3rd floor apartment, one bedroom, fitted dining kitchen, modern bathroom, electric storage heating, inspection recommended

Seventh floor, two double bedrooms, open plan living area, kitchen, bathroom, ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, roof terrace, parking £199,950

Second floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, recent fitted kitchen, bathroom/wc, double glazing, secure car space

First floor apartment, two bedrooms, balcony, DG, bathroom/wc, views over waterloo dock, en-suite shower room, lounge/dining room fitted kitchen £144,500

£114,950

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21st floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, kitchen, contemporary bathroom, en-suite shower room, impressive river views

75% shared ownership first floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, contemporary bathroom, GCH

£105,000

£120,000

PUBLIC NOTICE

PUBLIC NOTICE

Sutton Kersh are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £105,000 for 69 The Reach, 39 Leeds Street, Liverpool L3 2DA.

Sutton Kersh are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £60,950 for 4 Cable Yard, Cheapside, Liverpool L2 2DX.

Anyone wishing to place an offer on the property should contact Sutton Kersh, 30/32 Exchange Street East, Liverpool L2 3PQ. 0151 236 2332 before exchange of contracts.

Anyone wishing to place an offer on the property should contact Agents Sutton Kersh 30-32 Exchange Street East Liverpool L2 3PQ Tel 0151 236 2332

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Bulloch House 10 Rumford Place, Liverpool, L3 9DG

0151 236 9660 Lettings 0151 255 2290 Sales

Fax: 0151 255 2288 email: property@keppiemassie.com

RESIDENTIAL SALES – LETTINGS Princes Dock

• • • • •

Fabulous 4th Floor Apartment Mersey Views, Stylish Bathroom Fitted Kitchen with appliances Two double bedrooms Ensuite to Master, Parking £850pcm

Hatton Garden

• • • • •

The Symphony

• • • •

Two bed second floor Apartment Recently decorated Ideal for University Life Viewing Recommended

• • • • •

Portside House

Luxurious Executive Apartment Lounge And Separate Kitchen Panoramic Views Two Double Bedrooms Underground Secure Parking Reduced To £224,950

Top floor apartment Close to the waterfront GCH, DG, security gates Balcony overlooking water feature Secure allocated parking £645pcm

• • • • •

One Bed Third Floor Apartment Living / Dining Area Fitted Kitchen with Appliances Lift & Stair Access to all floors Central Atrium & Concierge £525pcm

• • • • •

Four Bedroom Penthouse Amazing Views, Amazing Price Be The First To View This Apartment

By Calling 0151 236 9660. £204,950

• • • • •

2 Bed 5th floor apartment 2 Bathrooms City Centre Location Stylishly Converted Large sash windows £625pcm

• • • • •

One Bedroom Converted Apartment Bright Spacious ccommodation Fitted Kitchen with Appliances Close to Local Amenities, DG, GCH Exposed Brick Feature Fireplace £495pcm

• • • • •

Brand New Luxury Apartment Next to Liverpool One Two Bedrooms Fourth Floor Large Bathroom With Shower £131,950

Two bedroom upper floor apartment Large reception room Fiited kitchen and bathroom Large sash windows Business district area £595pcm

Justine Mansions

• • • • •

Portside House

• • • • •

Fourth floor, corner apartment Two double bedrooms, bathroom Kitchen with appliances, furnished Large balcony Secure allocated parking £750pcm

Harley Building

London Court

South Ferry Quay

• • • •

Range of apartments available Large balcony and panoramic views Open plan lounge fitted kitchen Two double bedrooms Allocated underground parking From £750pcm

Royal Quay

Sir Thomas Street

The Focus Building

Beetham Plaza

• • • • •

• • • • •

Ellerman Road

£650pcm

Newly finished apartments 1 & 2 bedrooms available 1st phase of move ins completed High spec apartments Close to Liverpool One From £550pcm

First Floor Duplex Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished Bathroom & Shower Room Available Immediately £750pcm

Eden Square

Stylish Converted Apartment 19' Sitting Room Kitchen/Dining Room 18'6" Bedroom Residents Lift £475pcm

The Reach

• • • • •

Two bedroom 5th floor apartment Available with no chain Open plan and spacious lounge Kitchen with wall and base units Parking space and secure parking £89,950

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A NEW DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE HOMES FOR SALE AVELING DRIVE & SYCAMORE DRIVE, BANKS Key Features: A choice of 2, 3 & 4 Bed Houses • Lounge • Kitchen/Dining Area • Family Bathroom • Ground Floor W.C. • Gas Central Heating • Double Glazing • Front & Rear Gardens • High Quality Floor Coverings Provided To All Rooms • Fitted Kitchens Include Integrated Appliances: Washer / Dryer, Oven & Hob, Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher To be eligible for this development, buyers must demonstrate that they cannot afford to buy the property outright; they must also have a Local Connection to Banks and meet one of the following conditions.

• Have lived in the area for three out of the past five years • Have family who have lived in the area for at least two years and are moving to either give them support or receive support from them • Need to move to, or stay in, the area to receive the support of local organisations or support facilities, e.g. day centres, treatment centres and would not be able to continue to go to these facilities if moved away from the area.

PROPERTIES AVAILABLE FROM OCTOBER 2009 CAN'T AFFORD THE DEPOSIT? CREDIT CRUNCH AFFECTING YOUR DECISION? WHY NOT CONSIDER RENT TO HOMEBUY! You can RENT your home for up to 5 years with the option to purchase anytime during this period.

A range of houses and Apartments are available throughout Liverpool. PLEASE CONTACT US ON 0151 224 0336 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Or maybe the SHARED OWNERSHIP option is just what you are looking for?

SHARED OWNERSHIP is a scheme that allows you to purchase a share in one of our homes and pay rent for the remainder share.

Banbury Court, L20

Hartington Road, L8

Plots 2, 4, 6 & 7 Worcester Road, Bootle L20

A selection of 2 bed refurbished apartments, open plan living room/kitchen, fully integrated kitchen, bathroom, two bedrooms, gas central heating, double glazing, door entry system

Plots 9, 10, 12, 14 & 16 Gloucester Road, Bootle, L20 PRICES FROM £60,000 FOR A 50% SHARE

Rent to Homebuy option £440pcm service charge £47.59pcm

£440pcm Peel Street, L8

Lincoln Court L20

Oriel Road, L20

£82,500 for a 50% share. Shared ownership option available, 3 storey mid town house, open plan dining/kitchen, lounge, four bedrooms, master bedroom with ensuite shower room, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, DG, GCH, family bathroom, rear garden with decked area

Luxury 2 bed apartments, intercom entry system, lounge, fully fitted kitchen with oven, hob & hood, bathroom with fitted suite, under floor gas central heating, double glazing, lift to all floors, allocated parking spaces

£440pcm

£165,000

Rent to Homebuy option £440.00pcm Service charge £78.53 LAST ONE REMAINING!

£62,500 For a 50% share

FOR SALE Issac Street, L8

Greengables, L8

An end terrace property, lounge/dining room, kitchen with a range of units, two bedrooms, gas central heating, double glazing/rear yard, popular location

£59,995

reduced for quick sale

A mid town house, lounge, fitted kitchen, downstairs w.c, 3 bedrooms, first floor family bathroom, gas central heating, double glazing, driveway, rear garden, viewing highly recommended

£154,995

with 5% deposit paid

Saxony Road, L7 An middle terrace property, through lounge/dining room, kitchen with a range of units, ground floor bathroom, three bedrooms, double glazing, gas central heating, rear yard*

£89,995

CALL NOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON 0151 224 0336 COSMOPOLITAN HOUSE, 2 MARYBONE, LIVERPOOL L3 2BY

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Cuddly Bears www.cuddly-bears.com

0151 706 8038 Property Investment • Lettings • Furnishings • Relocation • Property Management ALEXANDRA TOWER

L1

CONCERT SQUARE L1

From £700pcm

£795pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom apartments, Brand new waterfront development, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, River & City views, Secure parking available

Luxury 2 bed duplex penthouse, Fully furnished, Large balcony overlooking Concert Square, parking

THE ALBANY

PALL MALL

L1

THE REACH

L3

2 bed city centre apartments, Fully furnished, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Balcony

QUEBEC QUAY

From £525pcm

1 & 2 bedroom apartments, Popular development on Leeds Street, Fully furnished, Juliet balcony, Close to city centre

THE OVERHEAD

L3

£595pcm

Selection of luxury 2 bedroom apartments, New development on Sefton Street opposite Brunswick Docks, Fully furnished, Secure parking, Close to City Centre

ENDSLEIGH ROAD

L22

£1200pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom apartments in a brand new development on Pall Mall Furnished to a high standard Secure parking available £650pcm Call now for advanced viewing

EDEN SQUARE

From £595pcm

£700pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, City Centre development in a Grade II listed building, Furnished to a high standard, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking, Excellent central location on Old Hall Street

L3

COMING SOON

L3

£595pcm

Luxury 1 bed apartments, brand new city centre development, Furnished to a high standard, Secure parking

CHANCELLORS COURT L8

From £575pcm

£725pcm

Luxury 2 bed apartments, Spacious apartment on the Marina, Fully furn, Secure parking, Fitted kitchen

CITY QUAY

L3

2 bedroom apartments, Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, Secure parking available

ELLERMAN ROAD

£595pcm

Spacious 2 bed apartments, unfurnished, fitted kitchen, balcony, double bedrooms, secure parking

L1

L3

£650pcm

Luxury 2 bed apartment, Furnished to a high standard, Fitted kitchen, Double bedrooms, Secure parking

ALSO AVAILABLE All Hallows Drive 2 bed house in Speke, garden to rear, dg, gch £450pcm Anglican Court 2 bed furnished apt off Upper Parliament St. parking £500pcm Chandlers Wharf Luxury 1 bed city centre apts. Available furn/unfurn £525pcm Concert Square Luxury 2 bed city centre apartment. Furnished. Parking £695pcm

Luxury 5 bed house on the sea front, Waterloo, Fully furnished throughout, Large fitted kitchen, 3 bathrooms, Conservatory & large decked garden to rear leading onto beach, Balconies on 1st & 2nd floor, Driveway to front

Heysmoor Heights 2 bed apt next to Sefton Park. Part furn. Parking £550pcm Brook Rd West 5 bed house in Waterloo, Furnished. Viewing recommended £1200pcm

40 Rodney Street L1 9AA Email: info@cuddly-bears.com

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Allerton 1 Allerton Road, Mossley Hill Tel: 0151 280 4047 Visit Our Website at www.homelets.co.uk

Royal Quay, L3

Talbotville Road, L13

Southdale Road, L15

£449,995

£224,950

£124,995

£120,000

£109,995

Substantial Semi Detached Family Home Five Double Bedrooms, Family Dining Area Fully Fitted Modern Kitchen Driveway for Two Cars, Separate Garage Views over Childwall Woods, NO CHAIN!!

Semi Detached Five Bedrooms Fully Modernised Fitted Kitchen No Chain

Terraced Two Bedrooms Study Room GCH, DG, Yard No Chain

Modern Apartment Two Double Bedrooms GCH, DG Allocated Parking

Modern Apartment Two Double Bedrooms GCH, DG NO CHAIN!!

Seymour Road, L14

Basing Street, L19

Countisbury Drive, L16

Greenacre Road, L25

£90,000

£220,000

Town House Three Bedrooms GCH Gardens NO CHAIN

Beautifully Presented Semi Detached Three Bedrooms, Through Lounge/Dining Area Conservatory, Gardens to Rear GCH, DG, NO CHAIN!!

OPEN TO OFFERS!!

Golders Green, L7

£79,950

reduced

Terraced Property Two Bedrooms GCH Requires Refurbishment!!

Beetham Plaza, L3

Newstead Woods, L25

£1000pcm

£995pcm

£750pcm

£695pcm

Two Double Bedrooms Penthouse Fully furnished Allocated parking Concierge service

Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished Second Floor En Suite to Master

Duplex Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished Fourth Floor Balcony

Duplex Apartment Three Bedrooms Unfurnished Communal Gardens Allocated Parking

Grosvenor Court, L18

Hayling House, L19

X Building, L3

Waterloo Warehouse, L3

Heysmoor Heights, Sefton Park Rd

Dovedale Road, L18

Wood Street, L1

Eaton Court, L18

£625pcm

£600pcm

£600pcm

£595pcm

£595pcm

£575pcm

Modern Apartment Two Bedrooms Part Furnished Second Floor Secure Parking

Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished First Floor Allocated Parking

Apartment One Bedroom Fully Furnished Second Floor City Views

Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished Mezzanine Level Allocated Parking

Penthouse, One Bed Part Furnished Allocated Parking Referencing fees paid

by Landlord!!

Apartment Two Double Bedrooms Unfurnished Fitted Kitchen

Titherington Way, L15

Rodney Street, L1

Knightbridge Court, L7

Clarendon Road, L19

£550pcm

£500pcm

£475pcm

£400pcm

Apartment Two Bedrooms Fully Furnished Top Floor Allocated Parking

Apartment One Bedrooms Flexible Furnished Third Floor Parking Permit Avail

Two Bed Apart Part Furnished Fitted Kitchen Communal Gardens Viewing recommended

Studio Apartment Flexible Furnished Second Floor Gas and Water Rates Included

We currently have an extensive list of applicants wanting to rent and buy in the following areas: Prescot, Widnes, St Helens and Kirkby. We are looking for all styles of properties on behalf of our applicants. Please call the Prescot Team on 0151 426 5051 to arrange your free market appraisal!!

Saturday and Sunday appointments available Tenant Find Only-£195 Let Only-£395 Management-8% Selling Fee-£750 plus vat

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Cedardale Rd L9 • Spacious family mid terrace • Gas Central Heating • Double Glazing • Four Bedrooms • Available Now! View Today!

£550pcm

Landlords! Let us Let Your Property! Free Rental Assessment - Book Yours Now!

BELEVEDERE HOUSE, L8 £600PCM

STRATHCONA RD L15 £495PCM

GEMINI DRIVE £550PCM

ROBY STREET, L15 £550PCM LET AGREED

MORE PROPERTIES URGENTLY REQUIRED! STANDALE ROAD, L15 £525PCM LET AGREED

Landlords having difficulty finding tenants should know that here at Pantheon Property Services, we are experiencing high demand for quality property to let in South Liverpool and the City Centre. We now need two and three bedroom properties ‒ houses or flats

METHUEN STREET, L15 £495PCM

‒ in L16, L17, L18, L19, L1, L2 and L3.

BRAVERY COURT, L19 FROM £495PCM

If youʼre a landlord who has not yet let, then let Pantheon let for you! Call us today for details of our full management or tenant find only services. With competitive fees and a friendly, knowledgeable staff, weʼll let you make the right choice of letting agent!

RUSHBY COURT, L15 £525PCM

AWAITING PHOTOGRAPH

TABLEY ROAD, L15

CROXTETH GROVE

LET AGREED

LET AGREED

SANDRINGHAM DRIVE, L17 £525PCM

NEWSHAM DRIVE, L6 £400PCM

TELEPHONE 0151 735 1001 WWW.PANTHEONPROPERTYSERVICES.CO.UK 20 Your Move

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Victoria Court, L15 • Spacious three bedroom semi • GCH, DG, Gardens, Garage • Corner position, quiet cul de sac • Lovely kitchen diner • Must be viewed

Offers around £165,000

Can we sell your house for you?

BUY

BUY

BUY

SOLD STC

ABBEYGATE APARTMENTS, L15

BOWMORE WAY, L7

CRANBOURNE ROAD, L15

CRETAN ROAD L15

£117,000

SOLD STC

DEVERELL GROVE L15

£125,000

£120,000

Sellers!

More properties urgently required, call today for a free appraisal!

SOLD STC

BUY

EASTDALE ROAD, L15

Offers Invited £129,500

BUY

Buyers!

NORTHDALE ROAD

BUY

Register with us for FREE and we will help you find the right property!

STRATHCONA ROAD, L15

Reduced £95,000

SOLD STC

SOLD STC

SOLD STC

BISHOPGATE STREET, L15

OLTON STREET, L15

METHUEN STREET, L15

AWAITING PHOTOGRAPH

LANGTON ROAD, L15

£105,000

TELEPHONE 0151 735 1001 WWW.PANTHEONPROPERTYSERVICES.CO.UK Your Move 21

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For one month on all new instruction received and taken out in July, August & September 2009 for a minimum period of 6 months.

email mark@r-house.co.uk for your free rent valuation quoting Ref JSA/2009 Offer subject to terms and conditions apply.

Management reserve to withdraw the offer at anytime

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Good News FOR LANDLORDS AND LETTING AGENTS FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN GENERATE A TRUE RESIDUAL INCOME FROM YOUR TENANTS EVERY TIME THEY: Make a call • Switch on a light • Turn on the heating • Surf the net • Shop on line Benefit from Advantages over competition • Reduced administration • Increased profit/yield We are hosting a presentation on

MONDAY 3 AUGUST 2009 at 7.30pm at the Liner Hotel Lord Nelson Street, Liverpool, L3 5QB

FOR FULL INFORMATION PLEASE CALL

0800 380 0664

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Miss Q

Liverpool

2/3 bed house

Miss N

Mossley Hill

2 bed house or flat

L15, L17, L18

£650pcm

L18, L19

£550pcm

Mr S

Liverpool

2/3 bed apartment

L17

£800pcm

Mrs C

Childwall

3 bed semi

L16, L18

£650pcm

Miss M

Garston

2/3 bed house

L19

£525pcm

Mr F

Maghull

3/4 bed house

L15, L17, L18

£750pcm

Ms D

Liverpool

4 bed house

L15

£800pcm

Mr G

Wavertree

4 bed house

L18

£1100pcm

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Liverpool Central: 45 Cable House, Cheapside, Liverpool L2 2SX 0151 231 1613 liverpoolcentral@belvoirlettings.com

Princess Dock

Manolis Yard

Litherland Park

Ashburnham Way

A two bed room furnished apartment with secure allocated parking and great views of the river Mersey. This property must be viewed

6th floor apartment, unfurnished, 2 bedrooms, balcony, allocated parking, sought after development bars/shops/restaurants closeby

HALF PRICE ADMINISTRATION FEE!!! Prestigious new development. Spacious 2 bedroom apartment available to rent now.

Spacious town house in Everton Brow,, Two double bedrooms, furnished, Mid size garden, kitchen/diner Underground Parking

£750pcm

L3

The Reach

L21

Sir Thomas Street

2 bed furnished apartment Hall, open plan lounge/kitchen 2 bedrooms, bathroom, parking, popular development

£550pcm

L3

£675pcm

L1

L3

Capital House

Part furnished 1 bed duplex apartment, Central location Close to shops, restaurants, offices etc.

New build, 1bedroom apartment , spacious, unfurn, balconies, excellent location, viewing recommended, on London Road

£550pcm

L1

£625pcm

L4

£500pcm

£575pcm

City Quay

Sought after development 2 bed furnished apartment allocated parking, tranquil setting

City View

One bedroom apartment, located near City Centre, Furnished, Spacious Allocated parking

L3

£500pcm

£575pcm

L3

Litherland Park

HALF PRICE ADMINISTRATION FEE!!! Prestigious new development., 1 bedroom apartment available to rent now

£450pcm

L21

Liverpool South: 21 Sandown Lane, Wavertree L15 8HY 0151 203 2192 liverpoolsouth@belvoirlettings.com

Church Road North

Woodpecker Drive

Caithness Road

Argyle Road

Knightswood Court

Magnificent 2 bed apart in Grade 2 listed building.

Furnished, newly completed conversion, 2 large bathrooms, original features, gardens

Spacious 4 bed detached house, Kitchen, utility room, study and conservatory, Games room, Quiet location

Traditional 3 bedroom semi detached house. Lounge, dining room, kitchen with white goods. Driveway parking, front and rear gardens

3 bedroom mid terrace, living room, dining room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and family bathroom. Spacious and bright throughout.

Large furnished 2 bedroom apartment, master with ensuite, lounge, kitchen with white goods, allocated parking and secure access.

L15

£925pcm

L26

Wellesley Road

Refurbished first floor two bedroom apartment. Modern kitchen and bathroom with good size lounge.

Unfurnished.

L8

£525pcm

£875pcm

L18

£695pcm

L19

£550pcm

Grafton Street

Wordsworth Street

Banner Street

Unfurnished 2 bedroom mid terrace. Recently refurnished.

Open plan lounge / dining room, modern kitchen and bathroom, 2 double bedrooms

Part furnished apartment in new build development. Two good sized bedrooms. Lounge, kitchen with white goods.

Parking and secure access.

Two bedroom unfurnished mid terrace. Lounge dinning room, kitchen and bathroom.

L8

£450pcm

L8

£395pcm

L15

£375pcm

L18

£525pcm Aigburth Vale

One bed apartment close to Sefton Park. Unfurn. Living room, kitchen and bathroom.

Close to all local amenities, good access to all areas.

L17

£375pcm

With local offices in Liverpool we are totally dedicated and focused on the residential lettings market.

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• Spacious 5 bedroom detached property • Private indoor heated swimming pool • Highly sought after, semi-rural location • Double garage plus driveway parking

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• Executive Home • 4 Double Bedroomed Property • Conservatory • 3 En-suites

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£525pcm

William Jessop Way, L3

£495pcm

Wynnstay Avenue, L31

£750pcm

• 3 Bedroom Semi-detached • Private garage • Fully fitted kitchen • Gas Central Heating & Double Glazing

Maghull Square, L31

from £65pw

• 1 Bedroom studio • Brilliant views overlooking the River Mersey • Close to Albert Dock, University & City Centre • Fully furnished • 3 bedroom semi-detached house • Private garage • Two reception rooms • Close to local amenities, schools & Airport

• £900 Unfurnished/£1000 Fully Furnished • Exclusive access to leisure complex with pool • Stunning views of Sefton Park • Recently refurbished

• Range of self contained offices • Location in hub of local retail and office activity • Easy in/out contract terms • Private parking

Maghull Office: 0151 531 9977 Liverpool Office: 0151 283 1118 Fax 0151 283 2416

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

ALEXANDRA PARK, L23 £695pcm A new development of 12 luxury apartments in a sought after location, just off College Road and overlooking Alexandra Park. Superbly placed only 1/2 mile from Bludellsands Beach the apartments enjoy easy access to excellent local schools, shopping, parks, sports facilities, public transport and other amenities. The apartments are generously proportioned and finished to a high specification with the master bedroom having an en-suite shower room. All apartments have balconies that enjoy park views. There are lifts on site and allocated parking. The apartments benefit from a gas central heating system and double glazing.

NEW PRICE

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SOUTH PARKSIDE DRIVE £575pcm

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £550pcm

BOXTREE CLOSE £500pcm

Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Through Reception Room, Modern Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, UPVC DG, GCH, Hard Landscaped Rear Garden

Conran Designed One Bedroom Apartment, Let Fully Furnished, Superb New Waterfront Development, Located on 2nd Floor, On Site Concierge Services, DG, Electric Heating System

Two Bedroom Semi Detached, Kitchen/Dining Room, Ensuite Shower Room, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Allocated Parking, Gardens to Front and Rear

NEWHOLME CLOSE, L12 £495pcm Two Bedroom Town House, Cul De Sac Location, Un-Furnished, Rear Garden, Driveway Parking, Electric Central Heating, Double Glazing

NEW PRICE

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PRINCES DOCK, L3 £495pcm

BIRCHTREE COURT £475PCM

CARLETT VIEW, L19 £475pcm

VILLAGE PLAZA, L12 £450pcm

Conran Designed Studio Apartment, Let Fully Furnished, Superb New Waterfront Development, Located on 3rd Floor, On Site Concierge Services, Double Glazed, Electric Heating System

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment, Unfurnished, Kitchen with Fitted Oven and Hob, Family Bathroom, Gas Central Heating, Secure Gated Parking

Two Bedroom Newly Built Apartment, Unfurnished, Open plan Lounge/Kitchen with Integrated Appliances, Balcony, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating, Allocated Parking

Two Bedroom Unfurnished Modern Apartment, Family Bathroom, Communal Gardens, UPVC Double Glazing, Allocated Parking, Gas Central Heating System

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CHELSEA PARK, L12 £450pcm

GRAY STREET, L20 £395pcm

MORELLA ROAD, L4 £395pcm

HERRICK STREET, L13 £375pcm

Second floor apartment, Reception open to kitchen, Two good sized bedrooms, En-suite to master bedroom, Family bathroom, Allocated parking, GCH, DG

Three Bedroom Unfurnished Mid Terrace, Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Newly Fitted Family Bathroom with Shower over Bath, Double Glazing, GCH System, Enclosed Rear Yard

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

Breckside Park Anfield, L6 £650 PCM What’s on offer?

This well-presented, furnished, three bedroom semi-detached property is close to amenities and has excellent transport links to the city.

Agent’s view

Lisa Farrell lettings negotiator at Belvoir Lettings, West Derby

“This impressive residence is located in a new and popular development. It offers a beautiful landscaped garden with patio area, and the accommodation comprises a spacious kitchen/dinner, generous room sizes and an en-suite shower room. Topped with delightful furniture, it doesn't get much better than this.

The driveway is compacted for three cars and includes a well-kept front lawn.”

To view this property now, call 0151 256 0880.

Pall Mall Liverpool City Centre, L3 £620 PCM What’s on offer?

This spacious, fully furnished apartment has two large double bedrooms and sits in a prime location.

Agent’s view

Terry Sherlock property manager at Property First Asset Management

“This modern apartment, with two large double bedrooms, offers electric heating throughout, a small balcony and a bathroom which includes a bath and mains operated shower. It also features a fully fitted kitchen with a variety of white goods and secure video door entry. On street parking will be available, subject to the residency car parking permit.

Located in the quiet, professional area of the city, viewings of this stunning property are strongly recommended.”

To view this property now, call 0151 236 3366.

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Ashbury Brook Ibbotsons Lane, L17 PRICES FROM £1600 PCM What’s on offer?

This three bedroom apartment offers a bespoke kitchen, seclusion and security, luxury living, and a residents’ gymnasium.

Agent’s view

Mary King assistant manager at Castle Estates, Allerton Road

“Situated in the vibrant suburbs of Sefton Park this development takes luxury living to the highest level. One of Ashbury Homes’ finest developments, Ashbury Brook offers seclusion and security combined with the most up to date technology in the market place. Finished to the highest specification with bespoke kitchens, spacious luxury living, secure gated access and its own resident’s gymnasium, this development provides an enviable lifestyle without compromise.”

To view this property now, call 0151 738 2003.

Malmaison Hotel William Jessop Way, L3 £550 PCM What’s on offer?

This modern, one bedroom, fully furnished apartment, is situated on the 8th floor above the Malmaison Hotel, and comes with a balcony.

Agent’s view “We are pleased to offer this 8th floor apartment above the luxurious Malmaison Hotel. The property comprises an entrance hall, a modern open plan lounge with corner couch, and a fitted kitchen with appliances.

The bedroom has fitted wardrobes and floor John Arrowsmith to ceiling windows overlooking the city centre, director at Liverpool and benefits from a quality hotel feel together Residential Lettings, with the home comforts expected from any Bootle modern city centre apartment. The property also has a good sized balcony, all for a competitive £550 pcm.”

To view this property now, call 0151 322 2003.

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How did you get into property?

Having invested in property themselves, my parents suggested it would be a good idea to put my savings toward buying a home and that’s when I took an avid interest in the property sector. I knew I was good at selling, having worked in call centres, but really I wanted to advance my career. A former colleague contacted me saying they were very busy at HomeSales and HomeLets.

I jumped at the chance to work there as a sales negotiator, and found I was doing what I loved!

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I’ve recently been asked to move to our new Prescot office to look after the sales and lettings. It will be a challenge, but it’s great to know the management really believe in me!

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Hot Topic //// ISSUES AFFECTING YOU

In 2003 Merseyside became one of nine areas to benefit from the government’s Housing Market Renewal Pathfinder initiative. As a result, the NewHeartlands organisation was established to deliver the programme in struggling areas of Liverpool, Sefton and the Wirral. We look at the success of the scheme to date and see how NewHeartlands has helped to revitalise the local communities it serves.

Creating a new heartland Task at heart The NewHeartlands challenge was to reconnect communities where demand for housing is low and where, as a result, there has been a significant decline in population, dereliction, poor services and poor social conditions.

In partnership with the respective local authorities, local housing associations, developers and other key stakeholders, NewHeartlands set out an ambitious plan to build tens of thousands of new homes, refurbish existing homes and demolish properties which it considered to be outdated or in a poor condition. In a programme of across the board regeneration, NewHeartlands is also tasked with improving areas of open green space, neighbourhood street lighting, roads and community safety and the wider social issues of helping 32 Your Move

to create jobs, reducing crime and improving neighbourhood prosperity and attractiveness.

No easy task, this was a scheme that required involvement and commitment from the local people; a programme that needed to touch the hearts and minds of the residents it reached.

Finding the funding The government has announced its commitment by funding the scheme until 2011 and NewHeartlands is in the process of bidding for funding to carry out its work through to 2014. Recently, NewHeartlands secured a performance related 10 per cent further funding after achieving its targets for the first financial quarter. With a project that represents a huge challenge for any regeneration scheme, NewHeartlands is expected

DOBSON STREET, ANFIELD

to spend around £2.85billion over the lifetime of the 10 to 15 year programme, overseeing areas covering around 250,000 people, and made up of around 130,000 properties.

NewHeartlands managing director, Pauline Davis, commented: “We’re almost coming up to half way through the project and as we look back we’re on target, despite the economic situation we’re currently in.”

The story so far To date, NewHeartlands has refurbished 15,540 homes, built 1737 new houses and apartments and cleared 3056 older properties. Last year alone 645 new homes were built, while 82 followed in the first financial quarter of this year. Despite the promising results, Pauline insists the culmination of the work is still a long way off: “There are an

awful lot of people still waiting for a home. They are programmed to come in over the next six to seven years and maybe beyond that. The scale of what we’re doing is so big for me it’s really important to get funding to continue that work.”

Heart of the solution Public consultation took place in and among artworks of size and scope – such as ‘The Bubble’ in Bootle, to involve the emotions of local residents and the local community.

Just recently, a project to create a wildflower garden near Gilman Street in Anfield was recognised by the Sustainable Housing Awards.

Among the raft of initiatives, it is improved housing and immediate living conditions at the heart of the renewal programme.

“We have supported so

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many people through the programme,” said Pauline.

“There are hundreds of people who have benefited already.

These were people who have moved out of some very difficult circumstances and homes that weren’t up to the standard that they should rightly expect and they’ve now gone into refurbished or brand new homes. A lot of them tell me it’s made a huge difference to their lives.”

Success stories A notable success story was delivered in the Welsh Streets in the Liverpool City Centre South renewal area. With the demolition of the old streets, 105 residents were able to move into the new Cleveland Park development.

“Some of these people have been subject to regeneration for 30 years. They have lived in their homes for 40 or 50 years and have seen things come and go. Still sitting in their terrace house, they probably felt cynical. We were able to prove we weren’t about getting rid of people, not moving them out or gentrifying the neighbourhoods.

We’ve moved neighbours with neighbours and family with family.”

More success was delivered at the Dobson Street development in Anfield. Pauline commented: “Sixty per cent of the new properties there went to people from Anfield. It’s about supporting existing residents and providing something new but 40 per cent have come in from outside, helping to bring the area back to life.”

PAULINE DAVIES, MANAGING DIRECTOR NEWHEARTLANDS

Developing partnerships The building work has been delivered in each area by developers recruited through a procurement process.

“I think it’s been a really successful relationship with the developers,” said Pauline.

“We were the first Pathfinder to procure development partners and get redevelopment going.

All the other Pathfinders have caught up now and are well underway. We wanted to get the private sector involvement right away and tie them in to a long term programme with us.

We had a lot of interest from developers, bearing in mind this began at the height of the market when everything was rosy. We were staggered by the amount of interest from big national companies and we’ve been able to work with them to look at using local labour, local companies and sourcing products locally. Those were the sorts of commitments we were looking for.”

There has been £350million worth of private sector involvement in the programme, including the refurbishment of large Victorian villas in the Tankridge Road and Rockridge Road areas of Anfield. Pauline continued: “We couldn’t do the job without the private sector investment. What the public sector investment does is create the opportunities for sites and lays the way for the private sector to come in and build new houses. We’ve spent nothing on new housing, it’s all been developer funded. For me that’s absolutely right, we’ve bought the sites, remediated them,

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bought houses, cleared them to create sites and refurbished houses.”

Design for a new future Key to the success of the programme has been the manner in which the renewal areas have been redeveloped. Emphasis has been placed on good quality economical homes, designed to avoid the mistakes of the past.

“You can’t just throw up anything and the developers have been really willing to look at how we can provide good quality homes. Eco Standard three is the minimum we accept, and we’re keen on four, five, or six. The residents have been absolutely central to the design process and with our “Designing Out Crime” programme we’ve also been looking at the design of streets, avoiding little rat runs at the back of houses and thinking about ways to keep them safe.”

It’s clear that the programme’s emphasis is on improving job prospects, housing conditions, and the environment for residents. Pauline added: “When you’re choosing a place you want to live you don’t just look at the house. You look at the environment, schools, whether it has a post office and a doctor’s surgery. We’re making a physical investment in neighbourhoods and making environmental investments as well. We want to uplift neighbourhoods, make them clean, safe and improve the quality and choice of housing.”

Now, halfway through the programme, the fruits of that labour are beginning to flower.

“We’ve moved neighbours with neighbours and family with family”

Five lead Housing Market Renewal developers: Wirral: Lovell South Liverpool: Gleeson Sefton and Liverpool (Wavertree): Bellway Sefton and Liverpool (Stanley Park): Keepmoat North Liverpool: David Wilson Homes.

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Eco-pioneers recognised Plus Dane Group has reached the finals of the 2009 Sustainable Housing Awards.

Auction house anniversary Merseyside Property Auctions achieved sales of almost £2million in their July auction.

GREEN HOMES DEVELOPED

BY PLUS DANE IN CASTLEFIELDS

The housing association is in the running for the Social Housing Provider of the Year award, while Inger Leach, Plus Dane’s quality and performance manager, has been nominated as the Green Social Housing Champion of the Year. Plus Dane has been recognised for its eco-friendly homes and aims to build a further 1,000 “green”

homes over the next two years.

Inger’s eco-efforts were noted, after she led a regional research project to promote modern methods of construction.

Sarah Deepwell, Plus Dane Group managing director, commented: “Making the finals of these significant awards is a fantastic achievement. The judges have recognised the

Prestigious penthouses secure quality management Thomson and Moulton has the contract to manage the luxurious Princes Dock Apartments.

The property management firm, part of the Sutton Kersh group, will take up sole management of the £38million William Jessop Way development. Thomson and Moulton, who this year took 34 Your Move

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sole charge of the city centre Alexandra Tower, now manage almost 2000 residential block units across Merseyside.

The 22-storey Princes Dock complex has been designed by AFL Architects and includes

considerable contribution and leadership that Inger makes to sustainability and construction innovation, and the pioneering role that Plus Dane Group has forged in the development of “green” homes and our wider commitment to sustainability.”

The 2009 Sustainable Housing Awards winners will be announced on 23 October.

162 studios, one and two bedroom apartments and penthouses. Prices start from £80,000 for a studio and go up to a £500,000 for a penthouse, with 99 parking spaces available to residents.

Tudor Roberts, director of the group’s management department, commented: “Appointing a management company to coordinate the day-to-day running and maintenance of a building helps to maintain quality and value for the owners. We are very proud to be associated with Princes Dock Apartments and Alexandra Tower, two high quality, luxury developments that have helped to transform the Brownfield sites along the city’s riverside. The area is a hive of activity, with more exciting projects on the horizon.”

KATE HUGHES AND AUCTIONEER GUY CHARRISON

Liverpool’s newest auction house celebrated its first anniversary with the record results.

Merseyside Property Auctions has now achieved percentage sales of 82 per cent during its first year, with total sales in the region of £7million. Managing director Kate Hughes commented: “I did believe and still do that auctions will always flourish during a recession. They have properties that are at the lower end of the market and are the places where repossessions and probates will always sell. I know that if we can be a success through the difficult times then we will flourish when the better times arrive.”

Kate, who has been crowned Young Entrepreneur of the Year in the North West Women in Business Awards, added: “We are going from strength to strength and the next 12 months promise to be even more exciting than the first.”

For more information about Merseyside Property Auctions, visit www.mpalimited.co.uk.

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New home for the Energyreporter Energyreporter Ltd, the city’s independent Home Information Pack (HIP) and Energy Performance Certificate provider, has relocated its premises to 1 Allerton Road. Tom O’Clee, managing director, commented: “The public is realising that, as long as they go with a HIP code registered firm, there is no reason to pay their estate agents £400 - £500 for a pack that should only cost £200 £300. Recently solicitors have begun to start selling HIPs at a subsidised rate to get a written commitment for an inflated conveyancing package. As independents we cannot receive financial reward from solicitors, estate agents or anyone else - we simply offer a low cost, high quality product.”

Telephone the new office on 0151 734 0900 or visit www.energyreporter.co.uk.

THE FOUNDRY

CITY CENTRE SNIP Regenda Homes has unveiled city centre homes from as little as £27,500.

Together with agent King Sturge, the housing association has arranged two open days to showcase apartments at The Foundry, located in the fashionable Ropewalks district.

‘A dine deal’ Capricorn Kitchens is offering its customers an extra perk along with their new kitchen.

A voucher for some of the city’s top restaurants is being offered to customers on completion of their new fitted kitchen to thank them for their loyalty, in a new initiative thought up by commercial director, Ian Marsden “We wanted to express our gratitude to customers by treating them to a meal at either Il Forno, Sapporo or Sultans Palace so that, although they’ve

had their new kitchen installed, they don’t have to start cooking in it straight away!”

As an added bonus, customers who recommend Capricorn Kitchens to a friend will also receive vouchers for the celebrated city eateries.

For more information on the kitchens at Capricorn Kitchens, visit www.nonamekitchens.com.

A range of one and two bedroom apartments are available from as little as £27,500 as part of the 25 per cent shared ownership scheme.

Buyers will then be able to rent

the remainder, until they are in a position to own 100 per cent of the property outright.

Graham Bennett, director of home ownership at Regenda, commented: “The scheme is aimed at giving more people the chance to get onto the housing ladder in the area when prices are prohibitive.

This is a fantastic opportunity for local people to buy a new apartment in a great location.”

Shannon Conway, associate at King Sturge, commented: "The shared ownership scheme has already proved very popular and the open days should provide purchasers with all the answers to their questions about shared ownership".

Open days at The Foundry, which is just minutes from the new Liverpool One development, take place on Friday 31 July from 10am to 5pm, and Saturday 1 August from 11am to 4pm.

For further information visit www.regendahomes.co.uk, or call King Sturge on 0151 2426490.

The Utility Warehouse Discount Club is to reward agents and landlords.

Agents and landlords will be paid to sign up to the supplier’s gas and electricity services for tenants, as well as landline, mobile or broadband options. In addition to the sign-up fee, agents and landlords will be paid a monthly commission on everything tenants spend during the tenancy. Tenants benefit from the convenience of a single monthly bill, good value and customer service.

The Utility Warehouse

Discount Club supplies residential and small business customers with best value utility services including electricity, gas, landline phone, mobile phone and broadband internet. The firm will be hosting a business opportunity presentation at The Liner Hotel on Lord Nelson Street, at 7.30pm on Monday 3 August.

For further information call 0800 3800664.

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Seven Oaks, Rock Ferry, Wirral

Coming Soon!

A New Build Homebuy development from Riverside Home Ownership 9 x 3 bedroom houses, 4 x 2 bedroom houses and 2 x 2 bedroom bungalows - all available on shared ownership part rent/part buy.

Show property will be opening in October 2009.

Call the sales team on 0845 155 9029 / 0345 155 9029.

Exciting New Homes at Affordable Prices!

For more details Call 0845 155 9029 Email sales@riverside.org.uk Visit www.riversidehomeownership.org.uk

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A holistic approach

CGI OF CROFTON ESTATE JANE MURRAY

An English Afternoon The beautiful Crofton Estate is launched A stunning development of a prestigious and historic site is being launched in Aigburth on 5 July.

The exclusive properties on offer include a renovated detached mews cottage, a newly built lodge and new townhouses, a refurbished Victorian stable block and a mansion house centerpiece.

The launch is themed as an ‘English Afternoon Tea’ and will see Mark Julius,

lead violinist with the Metropolitan Cathedral Orchestra, play throughout the afternoon, which runs from 1pm until 4pm.

Sue Taylor, head of residential at Keppie Massie, commented: “Colin Daniels has created a development with old world charm, high spec security and a world of elegance set behind electronic gates and a sweeping driveway. No expense has been spared in

refurbishing this "jewel" in Liverpool's history. Whether it's a wonderful apartment with panoramic views of the River Mersey and the Welsh Hills, a duplex with its own private elevator, a coach house with every luxury or a converted stable, now an amazing detached house, this one of a kind development offers tranquillity to those looking to rent a home of the highest possible calibre".

The Crofton Estate is located on North Sudley Road in Aigburth, Liverpool L17.

For more information contact Keppie Massie Residential on 0151 236 9660 or visit www.crofton-estate.co.uk.

Exceptional upbringing Ashbury Homes has unveiled a unique concept in childcare.

State of the art facilities at Cressington Manor include open plan spaces, under floor heating, outstanding furnishings and high specification kitchens and bathrooms. The nursery also offers extensive gardens for activities and play.

Cressington Manor boasts

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fresh nutritious meals cooked daily by the nursery’s chef, a specialist baby care room and German and Italian signature play pieces. Ashbury Homes’ marketing manager Nichola Crute commented: “The vision for the nursery is primarily creating a fun, exciting environment in which children

can grow and learn within the comfort of the building and its exceptional facilities.”

The nursery takes in children from birth to two years, two to five years and five to 12 years, as well as offering after school and holiday club activities. Cressington Manor also offers space for party hire.

Pantheon Property Services in Wavertree is about to re-launch its website and present a full range of inhouse services with a new appointment to its team.

New head of estate agency services, Jane Murray, brings over 25 years of experience in the property sector to the firm and will oversee an expansion of Pantheon’s services.

A new homes part exchange scheme and chain breaker service, along with a full range of financial services and advice, property sourcing, and an improvements and consultancy service will be added to the agency’s traditional repertoire in sales and lettings. Jane commented: “The new inhouse service will also include survey reports and valuation services, buyers’ agency services, and a re-launched, interactive website with new features.” Sales are also up at the Wavertree office, as Jane added: “We currently have buyers waiting for the right property in the L25, L16, L18 and L17 areas, and urge vendors to come forwards.”

To contact Pantheon Property Services, telephone 0151 735 1001.

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Movers What prompted the move?

The three of us had been looking out for somewhere for a while and wanted to rent something a little bit bigger.

We just wanted a bit of a step up from the student house we’d been living in.

Tell us about the kitchen...

The kitchen is lovely, albeit not particularly flash. It has laminate flooring and black granite countertops and we got an old Kenwood stereo from the Freecycle service.

What about the outdoor space?

We’ve not got anything out there yet but we’re planning to get some patio furniture so that we can sit out in the sunshine.

What attracted you to the area?

We’d already been living in the area. There are really cool shops and bars, and a nice mixture of people as well.

How is the downstairs laid out?

The front living room to the right of the stairs has been knocked through to the lounge at the back to create a large living space. To the back is the kitchen and dining area and the patio doors leading out to the yard.

What’s your theme?

It’s quite minimalist I suppose and the house pretty much came with everything we need.

Twenty-two-year-old Chris Deas is a producer for Beatmatch, the new team at Parr Street Studio’s Studio 3. Chris, a LIPA Sound Technology graduate, recently moved in to a four bedroom terrace in Aigburth with two fellow course mates. The trio found the Venmores-listed property after seeing it advertised in Your Move.

Take us upstairs...

There’s the bathroom and the spare bedroom off to the right as you come up the stairs and the first of the double rooms overlooks the back yard.

There’s also a loft conversion which makes for a huge bedroom.

Tell us about the bathroom...

It’s nicely appointed, with a dark ceramic tile floor and swirly grey tiles up the wall.

We have a Jacuzzi jet bath, shower, sink and toilet all in white ceramic.

What about your room?

My room has a bay window at the front of the house. It’s all pine furniture and quite plain.

The rooms came furnished with beds, cupboards and chest of drawers so I’ve just added a nice big desk for my Apple PowerBook – that’s probably my favourite item in the house.

And finally, what would be your dream buy?

I’d love an old fashioned upright piano, a little bit like the one we have in the studio.

What’s in the living area?

As you’d expect from a house full of musicians there are a few guitars lying around and I’ve also got a keyboard. We bought a couple of blue corduroy sofas off eBay which were a real bargain £40 for a three seat and a two seat. There are a few plants, a tall IKEA lamp with a paper shade and a TV that was given to me by a relative.

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How to use the guide

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On the following pages is our unique guide for you, the buyer, to find your ideal home quickly and easily.

Are you moving? If the answer is yes then simply select the area you want and the price bracket, it’s simply the most effective way to source the most suitable homes!

Once you have found the properties you are interested in, telephone the Estate Agent or Developer for more details and arrange an appointment to view.

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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

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1,175.31

1,343.22

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//// HOMES FOR SALE L1 £349,950 Manolis Yard Stunning duplex penthouse. Fitted kitchen, lounge with views over city centre, 2 bedrooms plus a third bedroom, dining room, bathroom and en-suite, balcony, roof terrace. Off road parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £232,000 One Park West 2 bedrooms, stunning views

£294,950 The Colonnades 2 bedrooms, original features, parking

£125,000 St Paul's Square 1 bedroom, balcony

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£285,000 The Colonnnades Third floor apartment, open-plan living area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, two bedrooms, ensuite, and shower room. 24hr concierge service, secure car parking, separate storage room and views over the dock and into the city.

£119,950 Snowdon Lane Modern 2 bedroom mid town house, GCH, DG, security alarm, fitted wardrobes, gardens, and driveway

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£94,950 St Annes Court Modern ground floor apartment, situated near to the City Centre, 2 bedrooms, open plan lounge/dining area

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £260,000 St Paul's Square Penthouse, 2 bedrooms, balcony £199,950 Cornwallis Court 2 bedroom duplex penthouse, balcony, parking

£195,000 Staten Court 2 bedroom duplex penthouse, 2 balconies, parking

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

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

£225,000 Beetham Tower 2 bedrooms, stunning views, parking

£525,000 Falkner Street Townhouse recently converted in the Georgian Quarter. 3 reception rooms, kitchen/diner, 5 double bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. Rear courtyard. Residents parking permit.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

L8

L5

£525,000 Falkner Street Recently renovated Georgian townhouse with versatile living space spread over four floors. Four bedrooms and two reception rooms plus two further rooms.

Fitted kitchen, utility room. Four bathrooms (two en-suite), & WC, courtyard garden. Residents permit for on-street parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£64,950 View 146 Attractive 5th floor studio apartment, stunning views across the city, river Mersey, wood laminate flooring, DG

£525,000 Sandon Street Stunning townhouse, 5 bedrooms, parking, rear garden

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £154,950 Manhattan Place 2 bedrooms, balcony, secure parking

L6 £215,000 North Quay Reduced for quick sale. Beautiful apartment in listed building. Exposed brick walls and vaulted ceilings.Two double bedrooms, kitchen, living area and bathroom, secure parking, dock views

£89,950 Shaw Street Well presented one bedroom apartment, with open plan lounge area and kitchen, and bathroom. Secure parking space.

Priced competitively for quick sale

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

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

£142,500 Cinnamon Building First floor apartment situated in the Ropewalks. Comprising two bedooms, open plan living area and kitchen, and bathroom. Underfloor heating, secure parking space

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£63,000 Curate Road Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Open Plan Living/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen, Ground Floor Bathroom

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £149,950 Old Haymarket Fifth floor 2 bedroom top specification apartment, open plan lounge and fully integrated top quality kitchen, electric heating, double glazed, security intercom

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £129,950 Merchants House 2 bedroom ground floor luxury apartment, electric heating, double glazing, laminate flooring, integrated kitchen appliances, intercom security, 75% shared ownership

£165,000 Catharine Street Small development, recently converted Georgian Hotel. Generous sized 2 double bedroom apartment with sash windows and high ceilings. Viewing recommended.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £110,000 Catherine House One bedroom apartment in Grade 2 listed building. Open plan living area and kitchen, bedroom and shower room.

Original features, allocated parking King Sturge 0151 242 6490

Northwood 0151 256 1035 £199,950 City Lofts Offers invited. Top floor apartment with views over the river and city. Two double bedrooms, large living area and kitchen, ensuite and bathroom. Secure parking, 24 hour concierge.

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

L9 L7 £99,950 Bedford Street South 1 bedroom ground floor apartment situated within the city's Georgian Quarter, electric heating, laminate flooring

£54,995 Helena Street Three Bedroom Terraced Property, Through Lounge/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen, Requires Modernisation Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £104,000 Wood Street 1 bedroom apartment situated in the heart of the City Centre, no chain and stamp duty Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£159, 950 Trafalgar Warehouse Beautifully converted 19th century warehouse. Comprising two bedrooms, open plan living area and kitchen, bathroom. Oak beams, exposed brickwork, spiral staircase. Secure parking.

PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES

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❙ Painting ❙ Interior & exterior

L3 £800,000 The Colonnades Penthouse, 3 bedrooms, balcony, parking

❙ High quality wallpaper hanging

£149,950 South Ferry Quay 2 bedrooms, parking

❙ Domestic & commercial

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

All work undertaken by time-served tradesmen

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

CALL PETER ON 07947 119 162 FOR A FREE ESTIMATE

❙ Building maintenance & repair work

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £750,000 The Colonnades Penthouse, 3 bedrooms, balcony, parking

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L12 £159,950 Chaucer Drive Four Bedroom Detached Two Receptions, Conservatory, Large Kitchen/Dining Room, En Suite Shower Room, GCHS, DG, Driveway, Gardens, No Chain Northwood 0151 256 1035

L14

£700pcm The Albany Luxury 2 bedroom apart, Grade II listed building, Furnished to a high standard, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £650pcm Manolis Yard 2 bedroom fully furn 4th floor apart, Econ 7 EH, fully fitted kitchen with appliances Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

£60,995 Max Road Two Bedroom End Terrace, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Large Rear Garden, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN

£580pcm Central Garden Spacious 2 bedroom apartment. Fully furnished. Balcony, en-suit to master bedroom. Close to Lime Street. Parking space available with additional price.

Northwood 0151 256 1035

Salamander Properties 07949425690

L17 £139,950 Heyesmere Court Modern 2 bedroom 1st floor luxury apartment, GCH, DG, video entry system, integrated kitchen appliances, fitted wardrobes, en suite shower room, juliette balcony, allocated parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L25 £199,950 Ye Priory Court 3 bedroom three storey town house, GCH, DG, fully fitted kitchen, private rear garden & spacious communal gardens Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

L36 £99,950 Ashbourne Crescent Three Bedroom Semi, Two Reception Areas, Kitchen, Modern Style Bathroom Suite, Driveway Parking, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

L1

From £525pcm Chandlers Wharf Luxury 1 bedroom apart, Fitted kitchen, Central heating, Juliet balcony, Available furnished or unfurnished

L3 £875pcm Hatton Gardens 3 bedroom first floor apartment, en suite shower to the main bedroom, integrated kitchen appliances

£390pcm Wordsworth Street Part furnished apartment in new build development. Two good sized bedrooms.

Lounge, kitchen with white goods.

Parking and secure access.

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

L15 £595pcm Armstrong Quay 2 bedroom, fully furnished corner ground floor apartment, stunning river views, own parking bay.

07776 136 043 From £525pcm The Reach 1 & 2 bedroom apartments, Popular development on Leeds Street, furnished, Juliet balcony, Close to city centre Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L4

£925pcm Church Road North A well presented furnished 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom duplex apartment in a converted grade 2 listed building. Open plan lounge / kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, en-suite to master. Grand communal entrance. A must see!

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192 £550pcm Wavertree Gardens 3 bedroom second floor apartment, fully furnished, secure parking, fully fitted kitchen and lounge Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £480pcm Central Garden One double bedroom apartment. Fully furnished. Close to Lime Street and University. Parking space available with additional price.

£400pcm Oakfield Road 3 bedroom terraced house, 2 large reception rooms, and a large kitchen and bathroom, GCH, DSS accepted Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

£495pcm Rushbury Court 2 bed first floor apartment in a new build development, Open plan lounge and kitchen. 2 bedrooms and bathroom.

Allocated parking, secure access.

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192

Salamander Properties 07949425690 WANTED! £425pcm Hudson Gardens Person to share. LARGE apartment, 2 bed, 2 bath, 2 balconies, overlooks Manhattan Square, fully furnished.

Share all bills

L5 £575pcm Snowdon Lane 3 bedroom semi detached house, fully furnished, fitted kitchen, downstairs WC. DG and GCH.

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192 Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

Tel 07886833221 Phill Oliver

L8 L2 £580pcm National Bank Building Two bedroom apartment. Fully furnished.

Business District location. Viewing recommended.

£375pcm Banner Street Two bedroom unfurnished mid terrace.

Lounge dinning room, kitchen and bathroom.

L17

From £575pcm Chancellors Court 2 bedroom apartments, Popular development off Upper Parliament Street, Fully furnished, 2 double bedrooms, Secure parking available

£550pcm South Albert 2 double bedroom fully furnished apartment with en-suite to master bedroom. Open plan Kitchen/living room with integrated kitchen. Great location, close to lark lane and sefton park

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192

£575pcm St Stephens Square 2 bedroom apartment, furnished, fully fitted kitchen, bathroom includes bath & electric shower, allocated parking

£550pcm Heysmoore Heights 2 bed apartment next to Sefton Park, City views over Princess and Sefton Parks, Part furnished, Fitted kitchen, Parking included

Salamander Properties 07949425690

From £700pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bedroom apartments, Brand new waterfront development, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, River & City views

£525pcm Victoria Street 1 bedroom fully furnished apartment, open plan lounge/dining area, fitted kitchen, modern bathroom, GCH

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

Greener Energy

£525pcm Wellesley Road Refurbished first floor two bedroom apartment. Modern kitchen and bathroom with good size lounge.

Unfurnished. Located on a quiet street close to Princess Park and Lark Lane.

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£475pcm Princes Avenue 1 bedroom top floor duplex apartment, GCH, laminate flooring, sash windows, security alarm, city and cathedral views Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

L25 £695pcm Rockbourne 2 bedroom detached bungalow in quiet area of woolton. Spacious family kitchen dining room, 1 double bedrooms, bathroom and large living room. Garden to front and rear with driveway also.

Great family home.

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192

L26

£450pcm Grafton Street A 2 double bedroom mid terraced house in popular area of L8 with great views of river. Living room, dining area, kitchen and family bathroom. Close to local amenities and great city links.

£625pcm Turnstone Drive three bedroom detached property with gardens front and rear, situated in a quiet location in south Liverpool. Comprises GCH. Lounge with laminate flooring, downstairs cloaks/wc. Fitted kitchen

Belvoir Lettings 0151 203 2192

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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//// YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES

“Last year Liverpool councillors claimed a mere £10,000 between them for travel and meals. Most claimed nothing at all. Their fixed allowances are already on the public record. It’s time we addressed the lack of transparency in the local quangos and other unelected bodies spending millions in our name. We deserve to know who’s in Liam Fogarty broadcaster and chair of charge, as well as what they’re charging.” amayorforliverpool.org

“The absence of transparency was a key factor in the MPs’ expenses saga. Prior to public exposure, taxpayers’ money was used in some instances for dubious purposes. For the same reason, any resistance to total transparency of local councillors’ expenses will lead to public suspicion that dubious claims are being made. Complete openness in public life should be a sine qua non where public monies are used.”

“I think that councillors should disclose their expenses if they've got nothing to hide. They’d have to do this if they were working for a private firm, and as it's our money which is being spent then there's all the more reason why they should in this instance.”

Peter Stoney honorary senior fellow, Liverpool University Management School

Mark Duffy director, Marx Insurance

How transparent should be our council’s expenditure?

With the loss of public confidence in our MPs in the wake of the expenses scandal, should the city council members’ financial claims be made public?

“Allowing transparency leaves no room for manoeuvre - if there is nothing to hide there should be no issue for the councillors to declare what they are claiming. On that basis I believe transparency can only be a good thing; the public should be kept informed about expenses which are claimed for work done in their name.”

“I suppose that there are two issues here, the elected councillors and the finance of the council. As it says on the Liverpool city council website “The job of a councillor is not to be the council’s advocate in the community, but to be the community's advocate in the council”.

Therefore I see no good reason why we as a community should not see who is giving us best value for our money.”

Suzy Gorman dental practice manager, Ollie & Darsh

Fred Dures senior partner, The Dures Partnership

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Sebastian Coe Interview //// TALENT IN THE CITY

Few achievements could surpass winning two Olympic gold medals, but Sebastian Coe has gone some way to emulating that success since retiring as one of the greatest middle distance runners of all time. A peerage and a knighthood have followed since he shifted his sporting focus onto a variety of other high profile projects. Now chairman of the organising committee for the 2012 London Olympic Games, Seb recently visited the region to promote the games and their legacy opportunities in the region. Your Move made tracks to meet the man with the golden touch.

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yourmovemagazine.com Interview by Jon Kearney

You visited the Merseyside Primary Games at Wavetree Sports Park. What did you make of the region’s young sporting talent?

It’s great when you see 1,500 children all competing in a whole range of different sports.

You know you’ve not just got the sports agenda in front of you, you have the fitness agenda. The best health policy any country could have is to have youngsters involved in sport.

What were your impressions of the facilities at the new Halewood Learning Centre?

I think it’s one of the most extraordinary places I’ve ever seen. It really does have the wow factor for someone who has spent most of their adult life and a lot of their earlier years involved with sport. It’s great to see a learning centre that properly understands the role of sport in the daily lives of young people. It recognises that sport isn’t something to be tucked away; it’s actually an intrinsic part of the school.

Do you enjoy what you do?

I’ve got the best job in the world.

The best part of it is getting out and seeing the creativity of young people. I see the most extraordinary examples of talent and community involvement with young people and it always frustrates me that far too many people don’t really understand the work that’s going on in the communities.

How does your current role compare to your days as an athlete and your time in politics?

I like to think we’re achieving things, which is not always possible in politics. I’m a former member of parliament and it’s a very good time to be a former member of parliament!

Is securing events like the Olympic Games quite a political process?

It’s not overtly political but it is important for us to maintain very strong political relationships because governments are important in terms of helping to deliver the games. It’s important that when I come to Liverpool

British Olympic Association are now talking to the Welsh, Scottish and Irish FAs and, at the moment, it looks as though there has been some modicum of agreement that it could be a GB team represented by English players. There’s still a decision to be made but it seems to be moving forward.

Are you confident about the 2018 world cup bid?

Yes I am. I’m a football fan like most people in this country. It can make a difference to people’s lives in exactly the same way as the Olympics Games. We want the Olympic Games to inspire a generation of people in sport.

Football can inspire a new generation of young talent coming through – but I don’t think I need to sell the virtues of football around here!

“I want the games to touch everybody no matter where they live.” we work closely with borough leaders to promote the sport at a localised level. We work very closely with politicians for things to happen. We recognise it’s important to have political support at national, regional and local level. Today we’ve seen six boroughs in Merseyside all coming together to help promote a primary schools sports day - it’s fantastic. Politicians understand the importance of sport as the hidden social worker in all our communities. They do their communities a very big service.

How are preparations going?

They’re going very well. We’re exactly where we would want to be with about three years to go but I don’t say that with any complacency. It’s a very complex project.

Who will benefit from the Olympics?

I want everybody to benefit from the Olympics. The youngsters I was talking to today were sports leaders and one or two have got ambitions to compete in the Olympic Games in sport. All have the potential to be volunteers, so I want the games to touch everybody no matter where they live.

Will this region benefit?

I know it can. It’s a region that understands the importance of sport and has consistently supported facility provision, and it’s a region that has been blessed by some extraordinary Olympic talent.

Will Great Britain have a football team in 2012?

The Football Association and the

Coe File Born: 29 September 1956 Education: Tapton School and Abbeydale Grange, Sheffield; BA Hons: Economics and Social History, Loughbrough University.

Olympic medals: 1,500m gold, Moscow 1980; 800m silver, Moscow 1980; 1,500m gold, Los Angeles 1984; 800m silver, Los Angeles 1984.

Title: Lord Coe of Ranmore Current roles: chairman of the London 2012 Organising Committee; vice president of the International Association of Athletics Federations; director of England 2018 World Cup Bid. Your Move 45

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//// GOT AN INTERIOR DESIGN DILEMMA? EMAIL US AT POST@MOVEPUBLISHING.CO.UK

Vintage Glamour We have just bought a 1930s property and before we can move in we have a lot of modernisation to do. We have just started by stripping the wallpaper in various rooms, revealing layer upon layer of fantastic old wallpapers. Some of the designs are incredible.

We are really interested in the history of the building and would love to find out more information on them. Do you know how we could do this? We would love to be able to use similar wallpapers to decorate the house with. What would be the best way of finding the right design?

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.

Old wallpapers are a really interesting source of inspiration for designers. Many will look at old archive collections and rework them, making the designs appeal to today’s market. Vintage collections are everywhere at the moment, so you may just be lucky and find similar wallpapers. I would recommend using the Internet as your first port of call, as you will be able to scan through collections much easier. In terms of finding information about the exact origin of the wallpaper, one route you could take is to contact the Victoria & Albert Museum in London. Send them a photograph and, if they don’t have any information on it, they will be at least able to point you in the right direction.

Casting Light Last year we built a conservatory. We did not have a central light installed and instead opted for table lamps. However, we are finding that they do not give off as much light as we had hoped.

We would like to invest in a modern large floor light; are there any on the market that we could use outside as well?

The Italian manufacturer Ares has a new product called a Greta light. This can be used both inside and out. It’s a real architectural statement and comes in bright modern colours.

The light is made from vibrated concrete, polished stainless steel, aluminium and polypropylene which make it super durable.

Magnetic Methods I would like to create a blackboard and a magnetic board on a wall in my son’s bedroom. I know that you can purchase paint to create a blackboard, but how could I go about making the magnetic board?

Quick links Cole & Son www.cole-and-son.com Ares www.aresill.net The Magnetic Paint Shop www.magneticpaintshop.co.uk

The magneticpaintshop.co.uk has produced a product that can help you magnetise an area. The paint is mixed with iron filings which will allow magnets to stick to it.

I would first paint the area in your son’s room with the product, applying a couple of coats, before top coating it with the blackboard paint. Before you start, though, look at the strength of the wall you require as this is the perfect option to display your child’s artwork but would not really be very durable for heavier products. To create a stronger magnetic surface I would advise that you first bond a sheet of steel to the wall.

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Prescot welcomed a new branch of established lettings and sales firm, HomeLets and HomeSales. The expansion onto Atherton Street in Prescot was marked by staff, landlords and associated firms who work in partnership as part of the in-house ‘one stop’ service for lettings and sales. Wine was served and a Chinese buffet laid on for guests in the new premises.

The Prescot office will cover the Knowsley, St Helens, Rainhill, Whiston and Kirkby areas, complementing the offer in Allerton Road, south Liverpool, and Warrington.

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1. Samantha Holmes and Martin Gabriel, Gabriels Solicitors, part of the one stop service for clients.

2. Sue Parry, First Rate Independent Mortgage Services, with Alan Binks, managing director of HomeLets and HomeSales.

5 3. Antoni Dmochowski, Warrington branch manager, with Ciaran Lewis, lettings co-ordinator, Tracey Keggin, head of maintenance, and John Takacs, Own It Abroad, overseas property specialists.

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4. Sid Vance, area manager, and Natalie Taylor who will run the Prescot office.

5. Tony Spencer, building contractor, and managing director Alan Binks.

6. David Al-Hadithi, director of The Design Foundry, and Alan Binks, with Alan Birkett, editor of The Challenge newspaper.

7. Natalie Taylor outside the Prescot branch.

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Fill up on these fabulously floral, dishy designs!

Green kimono flower dinner plate, £2.25, Star by Julien Macdonald at Debenhams

Wedgwood Chinoiserie white plate, £24 Jasper Conran at John Lewis

Botanic garden plate, £12 www.portmeirion.co.uk

Jasper Conran Wedgewood Plate, £23 John Lewis

Flower plate, £5.90 Zara Home

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Green Days //// GARDEN AND OUTDOOR SPACE

Stop the rot

Break it down

Wood effect concrete slabs provide the rustic weathered appearance of timber decking, but won’t rot, warp or splinter. The slabs can be used for a large paved area, or as decorative log stepping stones. Lay a 40mm bed of compacted sand on the desired area and use 25mm of concrete as a base. Embed the stone slabs in the concrete, leaving 3mm between each piece. Check the level and gradient and fill the joints with jointing sand.

Leave to set for 24 hours.

Berry nice

The strawberry harvest continues into the midsummer months, while fruit such as raspberries, blackcurrants and cherries should also be ripe for picking. These tasty treats are ideal on their own as a fruits of the forest salad, or an accompaniment to a rich desert.

Keep fruit covered by netting to deter birds and other wildlife.

//// GARDEN MUST HAVE Recycled pot plant holders, £6 each, www.ecoutlet.co.uk, 0207 272 7233

//// FREE ECO EVENTS Tales of Liverpool’s Fairy Folk Environmental tales of flower fairies and more from 1pm at the Otterspool Park Visitors Centre, Saturday 25 July.

Woodland Wander A walk through Clarke Gardens in Allerton, with an informal talk on its history, conservation and environment. Meet in the car park of the Pub in the Park from 1pm on Monday 27 July.

Composting is a great way to recycle unusable leftovers and can supercharge the growing potential in your garden. Fresh compost contains everything your plants need and provides nutrient-rich food, helping to improve soil structure, maintain moisture levels and keep your soils pH balance in check. It also helps your plants suppress disease. Compost can be made up of anything from leftover fruit and vegetable peelings, to teabags, toilet roll tubes, cereal boxes and egg shells. Just take care not to compost cooked food, meat or fish, as this attracts wild animals to your garden. A 50/50 mix of ‘greens’ such as grass cuttings, rhubarb leaves and tea bags, and ‘browns’ such as cardboard, sawdust and twigs, makes for the ideal composition of your compost. Compost even makes good use of nuisance weeds, such as chickweed. When the substance is dark brown, with a moist crumbly texture, it’s ripe for boosting flower beds, enriching borders and helping young grass take root.

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Diverse City POET LEVI TEFARI

Figures from the worlds of arts, sport and business will sit alongside refugees and the homeless in a photography exhibition commissioned

by Riverside.

The housing association commissioned the “Diverse City” exhibition last year to mark its 80th anniversary in Merseyside and to celebrate Liverpool’s status as European Capital of Culture.

Faces such as playwright Alan Bleasdale and photographer

Mike McCartney feature in the exhibition. Riverside’s Hugh Owen commented: “The exhibition looks at the transformation of Liverpool through the experiences of people who were born and bred in the city and have moved away, or those who have come to the city to change their lives and are contributing to this revitalisation.”

The Diverse City exhibition runs at Williamson Art Gallery and Museum until 6 September.

LIFT 6 TREATMENT AT ORIGIN

TV cosmetic dentist and aesthetic practitioner Tracey Bell cohosted a web TV programme on www.myfacemybody.com about Emotive Beauty to talk about why she set up her uniquely inspired clinics on Hanover Street in Liverpool One, and the Isle of Man. The clinic offers a day spa, dentistry, non-surgical cosmetic treatments and laser skin treatments to patients in the belief that confidence starts with feeling good about how you look.

She has also worked on a new skin care range with a British dermatologist, SkinScription, which is set to launch on the national retail market in 2010. Visit www.traceybell.co.uk for a full list of the enhancing treatments available, and make a consultation.

‘Shameless’

Clinical treatment Origin Rejuvenation Clinic is offering free consultations on skin care. Origin, which has clinics on Allerton Road and Castle Street, offer a variety of treatments and products that have been clinically proven to treat skin conditions such as acne, acne scarring, thread veins, rosacea and age control. Tailored to the client, they are offering a special trial price of £15 on any of the treatments. Origin also offer their own range of mineral make up, which is made up of 100 per cent natural minerals and contains only natural pigments. Managing director

TVdentist’s message to shoppers

Joanna Henney commented: “With so many chemicals pumped in today’s cosmetics they can often cause more harm than good! Expertise is vital for any person looking to improve the condition of their skin.”

The clinic has also introduced Lift 6, the only treatment in the world capable of restoring the skins elasticity. The treatment can firm the skin, diminishes lines and wrinkles and restores the skins smooth and radiant complexion.

For more information, email info@originrejuvenationclinic. co.uk.

actor to star at Empire

Liverpool actor Ciaran Kellgren, who performed at the Liverpool Everyman Theatre in the musical ‘Eric’s’ last year, is to star in ‘Twopence to Cross the Mersey’ at the Empire Theatre in October.

In an extra twist, former Shamelss actor Ciaran will be directed by his dad, Ian, in the show that also stars Pauline Daniels and Mark Moraghan.

The smash hit musical, which chronicles the author Helen Forrester’s life in Liverpool during the Great Depression will run from 6 until 17 October.

Playboy Picasso?

A major exhibition is lined up for Tate Liverpool in summer 2010.

‘Picasso: Peace and Freedom’ brings together over 150 key works by the artist from around the world and examines his life in the post-war period.

His ‘Dove of Peace’ became the emblem for the Peace Movement and a symbol of hope during the Cold War, and this exhibition hopes to challenge the widely-held view of the creative genius and playboy, and instead reveal his tireless political activism.

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

LAST CHANCE FOR TICKETS China Crisis 24 July, 02 academy, 7pm door One of the 80s’ best loved bands returns to the 02 academy for a an intimate gig, on tour to celebrate the 25 year anniversary of debut release ‘African and White’. Support acts for this event are The Talkabouts and Dust. Book your ticket at www.02academyliverpool.co.uk.

Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra 24 July, Liverpool Arena As part of the Summer Pops, the gig will also see special guests including legendary guitarist Dave Edmunds take to the stage.

Book your tickets now on 0844 8000 400.

BEST OF THE REST Summerscape Tuesday and Thursdays at The Playhouse

Brouhaha International Street Festival The opening ceremony for the celebrated Brouhaha international street festival will see old favourites and new companies join together in a colourful carnival display at the Novas Contemporary Urban Centre on 27 July. Performances start at 7pm, and the festival continues with four nights at the Unity Theatre from 28 - 31 July at 7pm. Don’t miss the free event on 1 August at Princes Park from 12pm until 7pm. Sponsored by Plus Dane Group, the neighbourhood investor, this musical extravaganza marks the finale.

ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR

The theatres aren’t closing for summer this year. In association with The Reader, The Playhouse is hosting Thursday evening family reading events and Tuesday night reading and socialising for grown-ups.

Visit www.everymanplayhouse.com.

An Ideal Husband 29-31 July, outdoor venues in south Liverpool Liverpool Network Theatre is presenting the Oscar Wilde classic at Sefton Park Palm House on 29 and 30 July and Reynolds Park’s walled garden, Woolton on 31 July.

Bring your own blanket! Visit www.liverpoolnetworktheatre.org.uk.

Gloria Estefan Gloria Estefan is the latest to join the Summer Pops line-up on 27 July. The Cuban songstress makes her first appearance at the Liverpool Arena with a sensational collection of hits, selected from the 24 albums she’s produced over the course of her career.

Telephone 0844 8000 400 for your tickets.

Scooby Doo! And the Pirate Ghost Until 26 July, Liverpool Empire Theatre This action packed show, inspired by the popular cartoon, is sure to entertain the whole family, with physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects. Book your tickets on 0844 847 2525.

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Stockists Topshop 0151 709 1660 Debenhams 0844 561 6161 Dorothy Perkins 0151 227 2359 Internationale at Clayton Square 0151 707 0371 Miss Selfridge 0151 708 8313 Marks & Spencer 0151 708 8383 River Island 0844 395 1007 TK Maxx 0151 708

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Oversized corsage, £12 Dorothy Perkins

Flip top sunglasses, £15 Topshop

Patent tote bag, £23 Per Una at Marks & Spencer

Lemon linen tunic, £34.99 River Island

Give your summer wardrobe a strong squeeze of zesty yellow, pretty and perfect for days in the sun!

Yellow rose charm necklace, £5.99 Internationale

Quilted chain handle heart bag, £25 Topshop

Yellow ruffled bandeau dress, £24.99 TK Maxx

Clutch bag, £30 Butterfly by Matthew Williamson at Debenhams

Yellow neck detail top, £20 Miss Selfridge

Lohan cork shoe, £70 Topshop

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Boss Benno jacket, £139 Hugo Boss at Metquarter

Dark blue blazer, £59.99 River Island

Light grey Jersey jacket, £80 Topman

Stockists Hugo Boss at Metquarter

0151 255 2810 Topman 0151 709 1844 River Island 0844 395 1007 H&M 0151 703 7350

In your search for the perfect blazer, take your pick of these smart shapes and be the trend setter!

Checked blazer, £80 River Island

Check blazer, £59.99 River Island

Technicolour blazer, £65, Topman

Self grey Jersey blazer, £69 Topman

Check blazer, £39.99 H&M

Navy bold stripe skinny blazer, £90 Topman

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//// LUCY OLIVER INTERVIEWS ROB FARNHAM AT THE RESTAURANT BAR & GRILL

“Venmores is a heritage-led brand with a very long history in the city of Liverpool”

Restaurant Bar & Grill in Halifax House on Brunswick Street is a haven in the business district for professionals and shoppers alike to enjoy freshly prepared, high quality meals in a modern and stylish interior.

Classic dishes sit alongside the contemporary and the more exotic in this welcoming yet chic environment, where Rob Farnham, director of Bradshaw Farnham & Lea, joins me for lunch. The firm has been operating seven branches across Wirral for seven years, and has now invested in the Venmores brand on this side of the water.

Over a perusal of the extensive menu, Rob explained how the firm’s redecoration of the Liverpool offices and a fresh approach is just the beginning: “The refurbishment of the Allerton Road office, from new carpets to the technology systems, has already changed the feel of it and given it a new energy. Some of the staff have been with the firm for 20 or 25 years and they feel very strongly about the brand.

Venmores is a heritage-led brand with a very long history in the city of Liverpool. We want to invest in that, and in the staff.”

To start, I opt for the special; an asparagus, pear and rocket

salad with grilled halloumi and roasted kernels drizzled in honey – delicious. Rob opts for the chilli squid and Thai noodle salad, which is equally tempting. Hailing from Wales before moving to the Wirral, and having spent several years in Cambridge in between, Rob now feels settled up here: “Wales is always home, and I get ribbed for that, but now this is home too and it’s a great way of life up here. Last year’s Culture events were fantastic for perceptions of the city. In many ways, I feel a personal connection to the long history at Venmores, which was set up by three Welsh entrepreneurs building homes for migrant workers and influencing the whole infrastructure of the city.

I feel proud to be continuing that legacy.” The brand has certainly found three worthy proponents. The three friends and business partners behind the name bring complementary skills to the business; Paul Lea’s property background and family’s property firm, Nick Bradshaw’s extensive experience in marketing and communications, and Rob’s business acumen from managing several firms in the UK and Europe, including Phillips’ electronics. They’re

also keen sportsmen, enjoying rugby and football – and in Paul’s case, Rob reveals, ballroom dancing too.

Our main courses arrive; smoked haddock and leek risotto with a lightly poached free range egg for Rob and the fish, chips and mushy peas dish for me, with perfectly crisp chips and batter. As we enjoy the meal and pleasant surrounding, conversation turns to the fantastic value to be had in the restaurant, with impeccable service and quality meals, and in property in the city: “We’re promoting some exciting new developments, such as Poets Park, where buyers can move in for less than they might pay on the rental market, and a shared equity scheme on properties on Conleach Road in Speke where four bedroom properties with excellent facilities cost £129,000.”

We discuss Rob’s plans for the Venmores branches over coffee and handmade chocolates: “Within the next twelve months we’re aiming to be the fourth, or possibly the third, best agent on Allerton Road, in keeping with our strength in Southport and other areas surrounding the city.”

There’s certainly a good deal happening. The next few months will also see the auctions business relaunched, with the first property auction in the north-west to be run online. Rob continues: “We expect the online auction will really help to get the best price for the properties on sale. We’re ambitious, and it’s a very exciting time.” That’s certainly true, but for these estate and rental agents, the professional approach is sure to see them pull it off.

Contact Bradshaw Farnham & Lea on 0151 236 4400 or Venmores, Allerton Road on 0151 733 9000.

Restaurant Bar & Grill Halifax House, Brunswick Street, Liverpool, L2 0UU T: 0151 236 6703

To book a table at Restaurant Bar & Grill, telephone 0151 236 6703.

Highlight: The professional approach and excellent service.

A private dining room is available to hire.

Chef’s special: These change daily but the asparagus, pear and rocket salad with grilled halloumi is a favourite.

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//// STREETLIFE SANTA DASH LAUNCH, RADIO CITY TOWER AND CITY-WIDE, SATURDAY 18 JULY 2009

The launch of the Santa Dash in the city centre saw participants dress up in festive red and dash through the streets to promote the fundraising event to be held in December. Organisers of the event in Las Vegas and Tasmania joined forces with the Liverpool team, and Radio City presenters also joined in the fun before the Santas embarked on a city-wide bus tour.

HAVE BEEN LL, FROM OLD SWAN, BRIAN AND JOAN NEI EPTION EVENT SINCE ITS INC INVOLVED WITH THE MISS LIBERTY (ABBIE TUTCHINGS) WAVES TO THE CROWDS

ORGANISERS OF THE SANTA DASH IN THR EE COUNTRIES: STEVE MARTIN, FROM TASMAN IA, LINDA SMITH FROM LAS VEGAS AND ALA N ROTHWELL FROM LIVE RPOOL

E MARTIN, ALAN ROTHWELL, CHLOE SPICER, LEAH LYND, STEV EY, AND ABBIE TUTCHINGS LINDA SMITH, CLLR MIKE STOR

ORGANISERS YVONNE ROCKWELL AND TRIC IA JONES, WITH LOR MAYOR CLLR MIKE STO D REY, MAUREEN OWEN AND BERYL ATKINS

CORIN AND MARK HEN DERSON GET INTO THE SPIRIT OF THINGS

SUE, JAKE, ANDY AND ROBYN A MARTIN GATHER IN THEIR SANT COSTUMES

THE SANTA BUS PREPARES FOR ITS TOUR AROUND THE CITY

Y AND EMMA SHIRLEY, DAVID, GAR ION HT) FINDS A COMPAN COURAGE THE CAT (RIG

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