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Contents welcome to issue 260

Hello... Easter’s promise of hope always sets the tone for a fresh start and new moves, and this year is no exception. Our scouts have sourced a selection of stunning apartments and family homes to rent and to buy, and in our Hot Topic we examine how student housing is changing and the contribution it’s made to the city. Our snappers also caught up with those of you celebrating the launch of the stunning Pan Asian Matou restaurant on page 57 and those viewing the show apartments at One Park West during its three day mini-festival. For all the latest property and lifestyle news in your inbox, sign up to our newsletter by emailing post@movepublishing.co.uk with ‘subscribe’ in the heading. Lucy Oliver Assistant Editor

Advertising Director Fiona Barnet Assistant Sales Manager Jo Tait Designer Rob Whyte rob@movepublishing.co.uk Picture Researcher Frances Gill frances@movepublishing.co.uk Credits Peter Kelly/Streetlife/Bit of a Do/Peter Mack/Bit of a Do Editorial Lucy Oliver, Jonathan Kearney Email post@movepublishing.co.uk Telephone 0151 709 3871 Fax 0151 707 1678 Published fortnightly by Move Publishing Ltd Directors David O’Brien, Kim O’Brien, Fiona Barnet Printing by Precision Colour Printers Ltd Subscriptions and mailing list 0151 709 3871 Distribution Liaison Manager Barbara Troughton Telephone 0151 733 5492 Mobile 077148 14662

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39, 42 Bit of a Do 6 Four Best Buys & 57 Social events in pictures Featuring City Residential, Keppie Massie cover story Residential, Keybanks Property Services 48 Talent in the City and Pantheon Property Services Paloma Faith on her colourful career 26 Four Best Lets Featuring Northwood UK Lettings, Sutton 51 Ask The Expert Interior dilemmas answered Kersh Lettings, King Sturge Lettings and Andrew Louis Lettings 53 Your Move Interiors Design-led seating cover story 28 Hot Topic 54 Hot in the City What is the cost of student housing? All the latest lifestyle news 31 Hot off the Press 55 What’s On Liverpool auctioneer meets The Spring Ball returns to St George’s Hall Hollywood star cover story 32 Hot and Happening The latest in urban design 35 Ask The Agent Expert advice on all things property 41 Have Your Say What will the Budget mean for homebuyers? 44 Movers A two bedroom apartment in a Georgian property

58 Ladies Fashion Stylish apparel for Aintree Races 59 Men’s Fashion Smart pieces for the Grand National 61 Table Talk Helen Kaufman dines at The Racquet Club 62 Streetlife Sport Relief gets the city up and running

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

HAVERTON WALK, CROXTETH COUNTRY PARK L12

CHRISTOPHER DENTITH sales and lettings manager at Keybanks Property Services VIEW NOW 0151 515 3111

How much? £159,950 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Excellent local school Benefits from Quiet cul-de-sac location Best feature Spacious utility room Agent’s view “We are delighted to offer this extended semidetached property, situated on the much sought after location of Croxteth Country Park. The house benefits from spacious bedrooms, kitchen and utility with a conservatory to the rear.”

CAITHNESS ROAD, ALLERTON L18

JANE MURRAY head of estate agency services, Pantheon Property Services VIEW NOW 0151 735 1001

How much? £184,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Good local schools and shopping facilities on Allerton Road Benefits from Large kitchen and family room Best feature Very private rear garden Agent’s view “Being within walking distance of good local schools makes this a popular choice for a young family. Having just been redecorated, there’s very little to do once you move in other than enjoy the bright spacious accommodation and the lovely garden at the rear.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

DUKES TERRACE, DUKE STREET L1

ANDREW SCHOFIELD business development manager at City Residential VIEW NOW 0151 231 6100

How much? £124,950 for 75% share (shared ownership) Number of bedrooms Two Close to East Village and Liverpool One Benefits from Secure Parking Best feature Excellent price and location Agent’s view “This contemporary top floor apartment sits in a secure Grade II listed building, situated within the heart of Liverpool's popular "Ropewalks" district and within walking distance to L1. The property is offered on a 75 per cent shared ownership basis with the final 25 per cent available to buy after one year.”

LONDON ROAD, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTRE L3

IAN TAYLOR sales and lettings consultant at Keppie Massie Residential VIEW NOW 0151 236 9660

How much? £129,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to Lime Street station and the universities Benefits from Balcony and dressing room Best feature Beautifully finished lounge and kitchen Agent’s view “This is a really well finished penthouse apartment, which the present owners have improved considerably in the short time they have owned it. The bedrooms are both doubles and the bathroom has been installed to an excellent standard.”

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Sales 0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Hatton Gardens, City Centre

Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands

Two double bedrooms Ensuite to master bedroom Large timber decked balcony Secure allocated parking

EW N

2 bedroom 3rd floor apartment En-suite, lift access Original features Secure parking

Central Gardens, City Centre EW N

Two bedrooms fifth floor aparment, Fitted kitchen, Ensuite, 24 Hour manned security. Secure parking

Royal Quay, Docklands

EW E N RIC P

EW N

EW N Modern two bed duplex penthouse apart Spacious timber decked terrace Floor to ceiling DG windows Secure allocated parking

Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands

Beautiful two bedroom apartment Open plan lounge/kitchen DG, GCH Secure underground allocated parking

£187,500

£184,950

£169,950

£142,950

£139,950

Penman Close, Halewood

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Canning Street, Georgian Quarter

Canning Street, Georgian Quarter

Benson Court, City Centre

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Modern 2 bedroom apartment Open plan lounge/kitchen area Secure parking Juliet balcony

EW

Two bedroom top floor apartment Allocated parking, Juliet balcony NO CHAIN

EW

EW

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N

EW E N RIC P

Deceptively large four bedroom house Utility room and games room. Double glazed windows, Parking on the front driveway

Top floor two bedroom apartment Lounge, open plan kitchen, breakfast bar Juliet balcony Double Glazing, secure parking

Unique two bedroom Annex Contemporary bathroom downstairs Patio doors leading to decked terrace Viewing is essential

£134,950

£134,950

£133,950

£129,950

£114,950

Henry Street, City Centre

Archview Crescent, City Centre

Croxteth Road, Princess Park

The Reach, City Centre

Fowlers Building, City Centre

2 apartments for sale 1 & 2 bedrooms Recently refurbished to a high standard. Open plan kitchen, Viewing is essential

£109,950

From £99,950

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One bedroom second floor apartment Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances Allocated parking is available. Ideal for first time buyers.

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£114,950

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N Third floor 1 bedroom apartment, DG, original features Large kitchen dining area, Parking permits

Extremely attractive 1 bed apartment third floor, Intercom security Integrated appliances Lift access, Viewing essential

£89,950

£74,950

0151 292 8880

19 Eccleston Street Prescot L34 5QA Paddock Farm, Ox Lane

Blundell Road, Whiston

Roby Road, Liverpool

One bedroom top floor apartment City centre location Excellent investment opportunity Vacant possession, no chain

Sandstone Drive, Whiston

Fletcher Avenue, Prescot EW

EW

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L SO 4 Bedroom Detached Approx 2.5 acres, Stables DG, GCH, Conservatory Viewing Highly Recommended

Victorian Semi detached House Six bedrooms, three reception rooms GCH, DG, Sauna Drive, Garage and Gardens

Modern three bed detached Two reception rooms Double glazing, central heating Drive, Garage and Gardens

5 bedroom detached house Three reception rooms, 2 en-suites and family bathroom Double glazing, central heating

Four bedroom detached Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing Lounge, Kitchen/Breakfast Room No Onward Chain

£785,000

£410,000

£219,950

£210,000

£199,950

Arnside Avenue, Rainhill

Shaw Lane, Prescot

Gilbert Road, Prescot

Croftwood Grove, Whiston

Jasmine Court, Huyton

Modern Semi Detached Three Bedrooms Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing Driveway, Gardens, No Chain

£119,950

andrewlouis.co.uk

EW

£134,950

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Extended End Town House Three bedrooms Bathroom and Shower Room GCH & DG, Garage Gardens

EW

£138,950

EW

Three bedroom Semi Two reception Rooms Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing Driveway and Gardens

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£155,950

EW

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N Semi detached property Three bedrooms, 2 Reception Rooms Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing Driveway, Gardens, No Chain

Mid Town House Two Bedrooms GCH, DG, Lounge, Kitchen/diner Driveway and Garden

£99,950

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Lettings 0151 330 5321

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Alexandra Tower, Docklands

Hudson Gardens, City Centre

Toftwood Avenue, Rainhill

2 bed apartment Furnished City Centre Location Viewing Recommended

Pennyford Drive, Aigburth

EW N

EW N

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2 bed apartment Furnished Views over Liverpool and Docklands Allocated Parking

Quebec Quay, Docklands

2 bed ground floor apartment Furnished Views over garden Allocated Parking

3 bed semi detached property Recently refurbished Gardens front & Rear Off road parking

Large 2 bed apartment Furnsihed Overlooking Sefton Park Communal Gardens, Allocated Parking

£750pcm

£700pcm

£650pcm

£650pcm

£650pcm

Pall Mall, City Centre

Staten Court, City Centre

Hatton Gardens, City Centre

Waterloo Quay, Docklands

Royal Quay, Docklands N EW

EW

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2 bed apartment Furnished Allocated Parking City Centre location

2 Bed spacious apartment Furnished En-Suite to master bedroom Secure Parking

2 bed apartment Furnished En-suite to master bedroom Allocated parking

2 bed apartment Furnished En-suite to master bedroom Allocated parking

£650pcm

£650pcm

£625pcm

£625pcm

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

Heskin Close, Rainhill

Manhattan Place, City Centre EW

EW

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Beautiful terrace properties Fully refurbished Alarmed Double bedrooms Spacious living areas Allocated Parking Viewing essential

3 bed sem detached house Unfurnished DG, GCH Viewing Recommended

From £595pcm

£575pcm

Victoria House, City Centre

Anglican Court, Toxteth

1 bed apartment Popular Rope Walks area Unfurnished City Centre location

£525pcm

From £550pcm Renaissance Quarter, City Centre

Coronation Drive, Prescot

EW

2 bed apartment Part-furnished Secure parking Views of the Anglican Cathedral

St Lukes Court, City Centre

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N 2 bed apartment Furnished to a good standard Fully alarmed City centre location

£595pcm

Oak Terrace, Kensington N

Selection of 1, 2 & 3 bed apartments Furnished to a high standard City Centre Location Viewing essential

2 double bed apartment Furnished to a good standard Allocated Parking Viewing Recommended

1 bed apartment Unfurnished Secure parking City centre location

1 bed apartment Furnished City Centre location Viewing essential

3 bed mid terrace property Unfurnished Rear garden Off road parking

£525pcm

£500pcm

£500pcm

£500pcm

£500pcm

Cumber Lane, Whiston

Sedgley Walk, Huyton

Belvidere Road, Sefton Park

Hinderton Road, Birkenhead

Church Road, Huyton-with-Roby

FIRST WEEK RENT FREE 1 bed apartment Recently redecorated throughout Unfurnished

£375pcm

2 bed property Ideal for commuting Gas Central Heating Unfurnished

£375pcm

andrewlouis.co.uk

EW

£450pcm

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1 bed apartment DG & GSH Secure Parking Unfurnished

EW

EW

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£475pcm

N

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N 2 bed semi detached property DG & GSH Driveway Unfurnished

1 bed apartment Unfurnished Close to Huyton Town Centre Quiet Location

£320pcm

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Falkner Square Georgian Quarter £1,000,000

This beautiful property has been painstakingly restored to its former glory through restoration and reclamation. Its original features include sash windows with wooden shutters, two grand fireplaces, beautiful plaster relief work, deep skirting, and a glorious sweeping staircase. The property has been given a contempary twist by way of a sleek Poggen Pohl kitchen with 4" deep work surfacing, a family bathroom with his and her wash basins, and two ensuite bathrooms from C.P Hart and designed by Philipe Starck, finished to a high specification and sympathetic to the grandeur of the property. To the rear of the property is a landscaped patio area with a relaxing water feature and a gravelled area providing parking for up to 4 vehicles and houses a small garden shed. In addition, an Annexe with seperate entrance provides a two bedroom residence which generates an income of £700pcm. Viewing strictly by appointment only

THE FOUNDRY This fourth floor apartment comprises living and dining area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, and fitted bathroom. The property also benefits from a balcony. A secure parking space can be purchased separately. Ideal for first time buyers as the apartment can be purchased on a shared ownership basis, with a minimum 25% share. £30,000

FOCUS BUILDING Fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, one double bedroom, bathroom & balcony. The property also offers secure parking & benefits from views over the city. Situated in the city centre, close to Liverpool John Moores University the apartment is ideal for first time buyers. £124,950

MANHATTAN PLACE King Sturge is delighted to offer a two bedroom, fourth floor corner apartment. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and kitchen area, two bedrooms and bathroom. The property also benefits from a timberdecked balcony with views over the Madison Square, the Anglican Cathedral and the River Mersey. secure parking included. offer considered £149,950

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge are proud to offer this 9th Floor one bedroom apartment. Based in Liverpool's 'Heart of the City' Liverpool One, it benefits from surrounding shops, great views of the river mersey and the three graces. for more information or to arrange a viewing please contact 0151 242 6490. £149,950

ST PAULS SQUARE Two bedroom apartment. The property comprises open plan living and kitchen area with integrated appliances, two double bedrooms and two contemporary bathrooms. To the lounge there are floorto-ceiling glass doors which open to a balcony overlooking the square. Parking is available at an additional cost £164,950

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Two bed second/third floor duplex apartment at the popular Grade II* listed Waterloo Warehouse. At 1365sq ft, this 'Bel Air' style apartment is one of the largest apartment types at the development, and has excellent views of the dock.

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE First floor apartment briefly comprising open plan living, with two double bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. 24 hour manned security and secure allocated parking, with additional visitors parking

THE COLONNADES Beautifully situated duplex penthouse (2100 sqft) with corner aspect over the River Mersey. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and dining areas, separate kitchen with utility room, two double bedrooms, two ensuite bathrooms, separate WC, study area with floor to ceiling windows and doors leading out to a balcony, two parking spaces and an additional storage room. 24 hour concierge. £695,000

£228,950

£229,950

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ONE PARK WEST Three double bedroom, 5th floor apartment. Commanding amazing views of the City, River and Chavasse Park large open plan living, kitchen and dining area, The apartment is offered unfurnished one allocated parking space. Viewing recommended to appreciate specification and views £1595pcm

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is pleased to offer this 3rd floor studio apartment. Comprising openplan living. The apartment is offered unfurnished without parking, although parking can be added for an additional cost. Viewing recommended to appreciate. Available Immediately. £475pcm

LYDIA ANN STREET King Sturge is pleased to offer this two bedroom apartment.Comprising large living and dining area, kitchen with fitted appliances, two bedrooms and bathroom. The apartment is offered unfurnished parking can be included for an additional cost although permit parking is available. Immediately available £558pcm

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE Two double bedroom apartment Briefly comprising spacious living area The property has many original features such as exposed brickwork, vaulted ceilings and original steelwork. secure allocated parking space and 24hr manned security. Immediately available £750pcm

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge is pleased to offer this 3rd floor studio apartment. Comprising openplan living. The apartment is offered unfurnished without parking, although parking can be added for an additional cost. Viewing recommended to appreciate. Available Immediately £485pcm

REGENCY CHAMBERS First floor spacious one bedroom apartment. Comprising open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, study, bedroom and bathroom. The apartment is offered fully furnished available 9th April. . £575pcm

ARGYLE COURT Top floor two bedroom apartment. Accommodation comprises spacious open-plan living area, a and bathroom. The property is offered unfurnished, with secure allocated parking Viewing recommended. Long term lease required. Available week commencing 10th May. £750pcm

UPPER PARLIAMENT STREET First floor apartment, situated on Upper Parliament Street. Comprising open plan living, kitchen and dining area, bedroom and bathroom. The apartment is offered fully furnished and is available end of April. £475pcm

OLD HAYMARKET Accommodation comprises of large open plan kitchen, living and dining area, bedroom and bathroom. The property is offered fully furnished immediately available.

£625pcm

WATERSIDE APARTMENTS Brand new, 7th floor apartment, in a dockside location. Comprising open plan living kitchen and dining room, two DOUBLE bedrooms (master with ensuite) and small balcony. The apartment is offered fully furnished to a high standard and is immediately available. No parking available. £775pcm

CATHERINE HOUSE Furnished, top floor apartment. Comprising a spacious open-plan living and dining area with fully fitted kitchen The apartment also benefits from a secure allocated parking space available early April £525pcm

WATERLOO QUAY Beautifully presented apartment in Waterloo Quay. Briefly comprising an open-plan living. The property benefits from solid wood flooring throughout, a recently fitted kitchen and views over the docks. Offered furnished with parking and is available end of April. £645pcm

CALL NOW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON OUR FIND TENANT AND MANAGED SERVICE AND TO ARRANGE FOR A FREE MARKET APPRAISAL PROFESSIONAL TENANTS WAITING

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

BEETHAM TOWER

An amazing opportunity to acquire one of the most spacious penthouses on the Liverpool waterfront. The property has a modern open plan feel and no expense has been spared with the interior design. With “Boffi” kitchen and bathrooms, limestone flooring and American Walnut features, we also have an in-house Crestron, computerised household system controlling the music system, heating, electric blinds and air-conditioning. With a huge lounge, dining room, three bedrooms, his and hers dressing rooms and ensuite, this is a penthouse that has to be viewed. Completed with three terraces, one heated and all looking directly over the river and city. This has to be the best view in the city. We also have THREE parking spaces. Full concierge service and access to the Radisson health club and swimming pool (subject to a membership fee). Only personally viewing this apartment, can the full calibre be fully appreciated.

£995,000

ALEXANDRA TOWER

A rare opportunity to purchase this three bedroom duplex penthouse apartment situated on the 25th and 26th floors of the prestigeous Alexandra Tower development on the waterfront close to the world famous 'three graces' and the cruise liner terminal. This stunning apartment enjoys impressive river and city views and features a spacious terrace and two secure car spaces. Alexandra Tower is a landmark addition to the Liverpool skyline and is set to become one of the most sought after addresses in the city. An early inspection is considered essential to appreciate these many features of this magnificent property.

THE COLONNADES

A rare opportunity to purchase this stunning two bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this prestigious waterfront development at Albert Dock which is home to the Tate Gallery, Maritime Museum and a selection of stylish bars and restaurants. This bespoke apartment has been individually designed by the present owner and has many unique features including a solid maple fitted kitchen with 'Gaggenau' appliances and black star galaxy granite worktops. There is a walk in dressing room off the master bedroom and en suite shower room with 'Capri' limestone tiled floor and walls. The property occupies a corner position giving impressive views of the River and Mersey Estuary. There are two secure underground car spaces and two secure store rooms. The property has extensive touch control 'Lutron' lighting throughout and an integrated sound system. An internal inspection is absolutely essential to appreciate the many features of this stunning apartment. View a 360% tour on our website

£850,000

£595,000

Properties available to Let 0151 207 5923

SPECIAL OFFER REFERENCING FEES REFUNDED FOR ALL SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS FOR A LIMITED PERIOD ONLY Normal Fees - £75 (Single) £100 (Double) £160 (Multiple)

X BUILDING, L3

Spacious one bedroom unfurnished 3rd floor apartment, kitchen is fitted with modern integrated appliances and the bathroom

£495pcm

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EAST QUAY, L3

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment, large dining/living area, a modern fitted kitchen, 2 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a balcony with river views. £850pcm

STIRLING LANE, L25

3 bed modern unfurnished semi, cloakroom/wc, lounge; dining/kitchen, en suite. GCH, DG, front and rear gardens, driveway, garage

£625pcm

MARINERS WHARF, L3

A modern one bedroom apartment on the first floor close to the city centre, with impressive views from the lounge and bedroom

£550pcm

THE REACH, L3

HEYSMOOR HEIGHTS, L8

ESPIN STREET, L4

ROCKY LANE, L6

One bed unfurnished City Centre apartment, lounge, fully fitted modern kitchen with appliances, bathroom and double bedroom. DG and is electric heated £495pcm

Modern unfurnished two bed 1st floor apartment. Lounge/diner; open to kitchen with appliances; two double bedrooms and bathroom, EH, DG, parking £475pcm

Refurbished unfurnished two bedroom terrace. through lounge/dining room; fitted kitchen; downstairs bathroom/wc; GCH, DG and a rear yard £375pcm

A well presented one bed furnished apartment popular residential area. lounge, kitchen with intergrated appliances,double bedroom and bathroom £300pcm

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

MINSTER COURT

NEW

£106,950

NEW

£245,000

NEW

A superb example of a spacious two bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this much sought after waterfront development close to the city centre. The property enjoys views across the landscaped garden to the river. There is an en-suite shower room and dressing room off the master bedroom. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a comprehensive range of modern units with integrated appliances. An early inspection is strongly recommended.

Spacious two bedroom apartment, sixth floor, easy reach of the city centre, views over Princes Park from the lounge and balcony.

NEW

£249,950 MOLLETT HOUSE

£235,000

QUEBEC QUAY

PRINCES COURT

A rare opportunity to purchase this Grade ll listed Coach House within the fashionable georgian quarter of the city close to the Anglican cathedral and within easy reach of the city centre. The property has been tastefully renovated and has many attractive features including a stylish fitted kitchen and en-suite bathroom to the master bedroom. There is a lawned garden with patio to the rear and a secure car space with remote controlled access to the side. An early inspection is strongly recommended to appreciate the many features of this fine property

GEM STREET

A two bedroom apartment situated on the third floor of this prestigious development on the Strand opposite Mann Island and the world famous 'Three Graces'. The apartment enjoys views up Brunswick Street to Castle Street. The development features a residents gymnasioum and concierge service. An early inspection is well recommended

Spacious two bedroom apartment, second floor, impressive views, kitchen, en suite shower room, communal gardens, a secure car space.

THE COACH HOUSE

NEW

BEETHAM PLAZA

QUEBEC QUAY

A much improved two bedroom apartment situated on the first floor of this popular development close to many of the university buildings and within easy reach of the city centre. The property features a recently fitted kitchen and bathroom, UPVC double glazing and a private balcony. An early inspection is well recommended.

£110,000

NEW

BOLD PLACE

£249,950

MOLLETT HOUSE

WATERLOO QUAY

Three bedroom end town house, cul-de-sac, easy reach of the city centre, fitted kitchen and bathroom, DG, GCH, gardens, recommended

Three bedroomed apartment, first floor, GCH, DG. The property would provide an excellent investment opportunity

One bedroom apartment, second floor, looks onto St Lukes Church. Excellent first home or investment opportunity.

A selection of one bedroom apartments, first floor, DG, GCH. The property would provide an excellent investment opportunity

Modern two bedroom apart, first floor, enjoys views across the river from the balcony and both bedrooms. Secure car space and visitor parking.

NEW

NEW

NEW

NEW

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£100,000

CORNHILL

Sixth floor apart, two double bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, ensuite shower room, balcony, car space,no chain

£134,950

£79,950

GAMBIER TERRACE

Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, central heating , no chain

£129,950

£69,950

FRANCINE CLOSE

Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, parking, gas central heating, UPVC double glazing, no chain

£89,950

£64,950

BEETHAM PLAZA

Second floor apartment, two double bedrooms, open plan living area comprehensive fitted kitchen, bathroom/wc en-suite shower room

£179,950

£149,950

PRINCES GARDENS

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

£120,000

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Pall Mall ÂŁ244,950

City Lofts ÂŁ225,000

Beetham Tower ÂŁ220,000

Mason House ÂŁ210,000

• Five storey Georgian town house • Five bedrooms • Four reception rooms • Requires refurbishment • Coach house and gardens • Available with no chain

• Beautiful Duplex Penthouse • 6th & 7th Floor • Two bedrooms • En-suite shower room to master • Two secure parking spaces • Balcony and roof terraces

• City Lofts Plc Development • Situated on the second floor • Two bedrooms • En-suite shower room • Stunning views of river Mersey • Allocated Parking, No Chain

• Stunning Eight floor apartment • Two bedrooms • En-Suite to Master Bedroom • Views River Mersey & Estuary • ALLOCATED PARKING • No Onward Chain

• City Centre duplex apartment • Beautifully presented • Two bedrooms • Generous lounge/dining room • En-suite to master bedroom • Available with No Chain

Hatton Garden ÂŁ199,950

City Quay ÂŁ176,500

Grove Park ÂŁ159,950

Waterloo Quay ÂŁ159,950

Circle 109 ÂŁ139,950

• Three bedroom duplex apart • En-suite to master bedroom • Allocated Parking Space • Open plan kitchen/lounge • Communal areas by John Rocha • Balcony overloooking atrium

• City centre location • Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Modern fitted kitchen • GCH, Furniture Package • Allocated parking

• Bedroom and Study • Front Facing • Large feature bay window • Open Plan Kitchen, No Chain! • Acoustic Sound Proofing • GCH, DG, Gated Parking

• Second Floor Apartment • Two bedrooms • Master Bedroom En-Suite • Lounge with Balcony • Views Of River Mersey • Allocated Parking Space

• Stylish Apartment (2nd floor) • City Centre location • Two Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms • Fitted Kitchens with appliances • Secure underground Parking

The Reach ÂŁ134,950

The Symphony ÂŁ129,950

X Building ÂŁ120,000

The Sidings ÂŁ115,000

Heysmoor Heights ÂŁ84,500

• Two Double Bedrooms • Fifth Floor location • Lift to all floors • Secure gated parking • Newly refurbished Kitchen • Wood Floors

• Ground floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Well presented by owner • Private patio area • Easy distance to City Centre • Available with No Chain

• Crosby Homes development • 2nd Floor apartment • 572 sq ft • Lounge/dining room • One bedroom • Available with no chain

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

• One bedroom Apartment • Tastefully refurbished • Spacious accommodation • Lounge/dining area • Contemporary fitted kitchen • GCH & ESH

Pall Mall ÂŁ550pcm

View 146 ÂŁ450pcm

PROPERTIES TO LET The Ability Penthouses Reduced To ÂŁ1,000pcm

• Two Double Bedrooms • En-Suite • 8th Floor • Full gym membership included • Furnished • Available immediately

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Southferry Quay ÂŁ695pcm

• Two bedrooms • Furnished • Allocated undercroft Parking • Penthouse • Balcony • Contact agent to view

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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 KeppieMassieRes

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Mann Island Apartments

Beetham Tower

The Gallery

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• Superb 1,2 & 3 bedroom apartments • Completion August/September • Spec apartment now available for viewings • Off plan opportunities available Enquire for Information

Crofton Estate

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The Albany

Errol Street

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Four bedroom cottage style house Set around a Village green, Private parking Excellent secure development set behind gates No Chain Other opportunities available within the development to purchase or rent £595,000

Beetham Tower

Three Bedroom, Furnished Recently Completed development Amazing high specification RESERVATIONS NOW BEING TAKEN FOR UNIVERSITY INTAKE £950pcm

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Stunning Mid Terraced House Convenient Aigburth Location Four Bedrooms, CH, DG Through Lounge and Dining Room State Of The Art Breakfast Kitchen £153,950

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Westminster Chambers

Park Lane Plaza

Portside House

Old Hall Street Location Two double bedrooms Duplex Apartment Full Width Balcony Ideal for The Business District. £750pcm

NEW

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Fabulous Executive Apartment Twenty Four Hour Concierge Spacious Open Plan Lounge & Kitchen Two Double Bedrooms En-Suite to Master Offers in Excess Of £149,995

Blythswood Street

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Duke Street location, Two bedrooms Brand New luxury apartments Two bedrooms Large bathroom with separate shower area £144,500

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Unity Building

Brand New Apartment Two Bedrooms Fitted Kitchen With Appliances Parking Available Balcony From £134,950

Mystery Close

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Three Bedroom Terraced House Needs Some Cosmetic Refurbishment Two Separate Reception Room Kitchen, Bathroom, DG No Chain £129,950

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Duplex Penthouse Apartment Award Winning Development Fully Furnished Two Double Bedrooms Parking Permits Available £750pcm

Alexandra Tower

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• • • • • £77,500

Amazing Views Over The Irish Sea 19th Floor Two bedroom apartment Spacious Lounge and Kitchen Attractively Furnished Throughout Allocated Secured Parking Reduced To £715pcm

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COSMOPOLITAN HOUSING GROUP Cathedral Point, 26 Upper Hope Street

L20

L20

Banbury Court

APARTMENT TO LET in the desirable Georgian Quarter

AVAILABLE FOR RENT £440pcm Service Charge £41.04

• Open plan lounge/kitchen • • Fitted kitchen with oven & hob • • 2 bedrooms • • Master with En-suite • • Family size bathroom • • Floor coverings throughout • • Economy 7 heating • • Original Sash windows with secondary glazing • • Viewing Highly recommended •

• Luxury 2 Bed Ground & First Floor Apartments • • Lounge / Dining Area • • Fully Fitted Kitchen With Integrated Appliances • • Bathroom With Fitted Suite • Floor Coverings Throughout • • Double Glazing • • Central Heating • • Allocated Parking Spaces • • Viewing Recommended •

Apartment 1 £625pcm

L20

Lincoln Court

Also Available Under Rent To Homebuy From £440pcm. Service Charge £71.06pcm Key Features: Intercom Entry System, Lounge, Kitchen with Integrated Appliances and Dining Area, Bathroom with Fitted Suite, Under Floor Gas Central Heating, Double Glazing, Allocated Parking Space, High Quality Floor Coverings Provided To All Rooms, Fitted Kitchens Include Integrated Appliances: Washing Machine, Oven & Hob, Dishwasher, Fridge Freezer

£440pcm plus £41.04 Service Charge £440pcm Service Charge £71.06pcm Aveling Drive & Sycamore Drive, Banks

PR9

NEW BUILD HOMEBUY OPPORTUNITY Prices starting from £38,750 for a 25% share, service charge £22.35pcm Also available on the Rent to Homebuy scheme Rent £440pcm service charge £7.70pcm ONLY ONE 2 BED REMAINING A New Development Of Affordable Homes For Sale Key Features: • A choice of 2, 3 & 4 Bed Houses • Lounge • Kitchen/Dining Area • Family Bathroom, with electric shower • 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

L8

Hartington Road

AVAILABLE FOR RENT £450.00pcm Inclusive of Service Charge • 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 •

£38,750 for a 25% share Charnley’s Lane, Banks

PR9 New Shared Ownership and Rent to Homebuy Scheme in Banks Southport £41.250 for a 25% share Rent £309.38 service charge £TBC Rent to Homebuy £500pcm service charge £TBC Key Features: A Selection of 3 Bed Houses, Lounge, Kitchen/Dining Area, Family Bathroom, Ground Floor W.C., Under floor Heating, Double Glazing, Rear Gardens, High Quality Floor Coverings Provided To All Rooms, Fitted Kitchens Include Integrated Appliances: Washer / Dryer, Oven & Hob, Fridge Freezer, Dishwasher

* Properties may be different to photograph

£41,250 for a 25% share

£450pcm inclusive of Service Charge

CALL NOW FOR FURTHER DETAILS ON 0151 224 0336 COSMOPOLITAN HOUSE, 2 MARYBONE, LIVERPOOL L3 2BY 16 Your Move

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PRIORY Property Services Independent Estate Agents

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

• Established for 16 years • Commitment to customer care

70 Priory Road, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RZ t: 0151 260 0300 f: 0151 263 0646 www.priorypropertyservices.com Awaiting Photograph

Anfield Road, L4

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£152,000

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£139,950

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Woolhope Road, L4

Woolhope Road, L4

Landseer Road, L5

Broad Lane, L11

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£127,500

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£124,950

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Stanley Park Avenue, L4

Sunbury Road, L4

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£100,000

£99,950

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£87,500

Thurston Road, L4

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Ince Avenue, L4

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£85,000

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AN EXPANDING NETWORK OF OVER 70 OFFICES - BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY NEW PRICE

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LEWIS WALK, L33 £795pcm

PRINCES DOCK, L3 £775pcm

FIRESTATION CLOSE, L23 £695PCM

MYSTERY CLOSE, L15 £600pcm

Four Bedroom Detached House, Un-Furnished, Family Bathroom, Ensuite to Master Bedroom, Downstairs WC, Large Garden, Cul-de-Sac Location, Off-Road Parking

Conran Designed Two Bedroom Apartment, Fully Furnished, Superb New Waterfront Development, Located on 15th Floor, Secure Undercroft Parking, On Site Concierge Services, DG, EH System

Two Bedroom Luxury Apartment, Unfurn, Kitchen/ Diner, Integrated Appliances, Master Bedroom with Ensuite Shower, Family Bathroom, Balcony with Park Views, GCH System, DG, Parking

Modern Three Bedroom Semi Detached, UnFurnished, Lounge/Diner with French Doors leading to Enclosed Rear Garden, Downstairs WC, En Suite to Master, Driveway Parking, GCH, DG

NEW

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CHESTER ROAD, L6 £595pcm

COLLINGWOOD CLOSE, L4 £550pcm

THE COLLEGIATE, L6 £525pcm

SHADOWBROOK DRIVE, L24 £500pcm

Four Bedroom Semi Detached House, Unfurnished, Two Reception Areas, Family Bathroom with Ensuite, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Rear Yard

Modern Three Bedroom Mid Terrace House, Downstairs Cloakroom, Un-Furnished, Reception, Kitchen/Diner, En-suite to Master Bedroom, Family Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, GCH, Gardens,

One Bedroom First Floor Apartment, Furnished, Reception Open to Fitted Kitchen, Bedroom at Mezzanine Level with Walk-in-Robe, Secure Allocated Parking, Communal Gardens, Alarmed

Three Bedroom Modern Ground Floor UnFurnished Apartment, Superb Commuter Location, Fitted Kitchen with Appliances, Family Bathroom, Double Glazing, Electric Heating, Parking, Alarmed

NEW

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BRAVERY COURT, L19 £495pcm

VALE LODGE, L9 £495pcm

RICE LANE, L9 £450pcm

DORSET ROAD, L36 450pcm

Two Bedroom Unfurnished Ground Floor Apartment, Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner with Integral Appliances, Family Bathroom, Ensuite Shower, UPVC DG, EH

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Flat, Un-Furnished, Entrance Hall, Reception, Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Communal Grounds, Private Parking, Electric Heating

Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Un-Furnished, Through Lounge/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen with White Goods, Bathroom with Shower over Bath, DG, Gas Central Heating System, Rear Yard

Two Bedroom Ground Floor Apartment, UnFurnished, Modern Fitted Kitchen with White Goods, Modern Family Bathroom with Shower Over Bath, Allocated Parking Communal Gardens

NEW PRICE

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JUNIPER CLOSE, L28 £400pcm

LONGFORD STREET, L8 £400pcm

THIRLMERE ROAD, L5 £375pcm

BROUGHTON HALL ROAD, L12 £350pcm

Newly Refurbished Two Bedroom Semi Detached House, Unfurnished, Reception, Kitchen/Diner, Family Bathroom, Double Driveway Parking, Front and Rear Gardens, UPVC DG, GCH System

Two Bedroom Mid Terrace Property, Furnished, Gas Central Heating System, Close to Local Schools, Excellent Transport Links to City Centre

Two Bedroom Mid Terrace House, Un-Furnished, Reception, Kitchen, Bathroom, Rear Yard, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

Studio Apartment, First Floor, Fitted Kitchen, White Goods, Allocated Parking, Communal Gardens

WE PAY YOUR RENT EVEN IF THE TENANT DOESN’T

CALL US NOW! 15-17 West Derby Village, Liverpool, L12 5HJ

SALES LETTINGS MORTGAGES

telephone: 0151 256 1035 email: liverpool@northwooduk.com

RELAX... WE’LL TAKE CARE OF IT

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LANDLORDS!

1%

management fee for your first month on all instructions through 2010* • Terms apply. Call for details

VISIT OUR FIRST TIME BUYER EVENT - SATURDAY AND HENRY ST, L1 - £109,950

FIELDWAY, L15 - £249,950 NO STAMP DUTY FOR FIRST TIME BUYER

YEARS SERVICE CHARGE PAID FOR FIRST TIME BUYER!

W STANDALE ROAD, L15 - £99,950 FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE! d ce du Re

Extended Kitchen, 2 Bedrooms, GCH, DG, Lovely Throughout Viewing Essential

CAITHNESS ROAD, L18 - £184,950 NO STAMP DUTY FOR FIRST TIME BUYER! VENDOR WILL CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS SURVEY AND LEGAL FEES! d ce du Re

Three Bed Semi Close Booker Avenue School; Through Lounge, Fitted Kitchen / Diner; GCH, DG, Gardens Front And Rear

MACDONALD STREET, L15 - £89,950 FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

Service Charge Paid For First Time Buyer Two Bedroom Apartment; Parking Permit, Underfloor Heating, Open Plan

FIRST TIME BUYERS INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

3 Double Bedrooms; Two Receptions, Private Gardens; GCH; Lovely Character Home!

2 Bed Semi In Cul De Sac Location; DG; GCH; Driveway And Gardens. Lovely Fitted Kitchen And Modern Decor.

CHANCELLOR STAMPS OUT STAMP DUTY FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS! Alistair Darling could have became the darling of the first time buyer housing market by delivering what in general was a holding budget last month, although his extended and improved Stamp Duty Holiday for First Time Buyers may come as a welcome opportunity for those seeking to jump on the property ladder for the first time. The first stamp duty holiday ended on 31st December last year, and that had an impact on both buyers and sellers wishing to move at the start of the year. The new, extended holiday now means that no stamp duty is payable by first time buyers on any property up to £250,000 in value. The holiday lasts for another two years which should help buyers confidence levels and also boost the market because more properties now fall into the ʻexemptʼ category for first time buyers, improving choice, saving buyers money and expanding activity amongst different price levels. Removing stamp duty for first time buyers wanting to buy up to £250,000 will mean significant cost savings on the tax can now be directed towards deposit funding for first time buyers which in turn means that more mortgage products may be within reach of most buyers. So if itʼs your first time, be a Darling and come and see us at our First Time Buyer event on 17th and 18th April! BENTLEY ROAD, L8 - £110,000

FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

Spacious One Bedroom Seventh Floor Flat. Lounge; Fitted Kitchen; Bathroom; Parking; DG; GCH; Balcony. Entryphone

BANNERMAN STREET, L7 - £59,950 FIRST TIME BUYERS INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

Two bedroom terrace with some finishing off works required, lovely opportunity for first time buyer

STEVENSON STREET, L15 - £95,000

METHUEN STREET, L15 - £94,950

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MIDHURST ROAD, L12 - £114,950

NO STAMP DUTY FOR FIRST TIME BUYER!

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NE Three Bed Grade II Listed Mews House; Wavertree Garden Suburb Conservation Area. GCH, Gardens, Very Private!

WAVERTREE NOOK RD, L15 - £235,000

Much Improved Two Bedroom Terrace With GCH; DG; Lounge, Dining Kitchen, Modern Bathroom

Two Bed Terrace, Popular Location, Lovingly Restored, GCH, DG, Laminate Flooring, Fitted Kitchen And Bathroom

TELEPHONE 0151 735 1001 WWW.PANTHEONPROPERTYSERVICES.CO.UK All offers subject to terms and conditions, please call for further information

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SELLERS!

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SUNDAY 17TH & 18TH APRIL! DETAILS 0151 735 1001 ABBEYGATE APARTMENTS, L15 £92,500

BRIERFIELD ROAD, L15 - £169,950

KELSO ROAD, L6 - £59,950

TALTON ROAD, L15 - £79,950

FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

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When youʼre buying a house for the first time, itʼs a bit daunting, thereʼs no way around that. Youʼve got to think about mortgages, costs, income, where you want to live, how much it will cost, what do I do first, and who can help me find a new home? The answer is Pantheon Property Services. Weʼre holding a FIRST TIME BUYERS WEEKEND on the 17th and 18th April weʼll be open until 4pm on Saturday and 2pm on Sunday and weʼll have a sales consultant, an Independent Financial Adviser and a solicitor available to give you FREE no obligation advice about your future purchase. Youʼll be able to get information about how much you can borrow, what sorts of deposit funds youʼll need, and youʼll be able to access a range of special incentives and offers especially designed with First Time Buyers in mind. So if you are currently a tenant, and dreaming of owning your own pad; or if youʼre living at home with mum and dad; or if you donʼt care to share any more ‒ call us now for further details of our special weekend and our range of property and offers designed to get you moved into your first home fast! 0151 735 1001.

BISLEY STREET, L15 - £88,500 FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

Fitted Kitchen, Double Glazing Gas Central Heating . Great First Home

GREENSIDE AVENUE, L15 - £169,950 FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE! d ce du Re

Wavertree Garden Suburb, 3 Double Bedrooms, L Shaped Family Room Private Gardens, Driveway

IF ITʼS YOUR FIRST TIME, COME AND VISIT PANTHEON!

2 Bed Terrace; GCH; Majority DG, Through Lounge, Fitted Kitchen , Some Tlc Required; Open To Offers

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3 Bed Terrace, Popular Area, Close Bluecoat School, DG; GCH; Kitchen Diner; Refurbished

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FIRST TIME BUYER INCENTIVES AVAILABLE!

Quirky Terrace, Double Bedroom, Open Plan First Floor Study Or Occassional Bedroom. GCH, DG, Fitted Kitchen

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Newly Refurbished Three Bed Town House With Gardens Front And Rear. New Kitchen And Bathroom. No Chain

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LEGAL ADVICE • MORTGAGE ADVICE • RESIDENTIAL SALES • RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Macdonald Street Wavertree L15

£92,000

24Bedroom Terrace Bed SemiMid Detached

Halewood Road Gateacre L25

£140,000

3 Bedroom Mid Terrace

Craigburn Road West Derby L13

£93,000

34Bedroom Terrace Bed SemiMid Detached

Waverley Drive Prescot L34

£140,000

3 Bedroom Detached

Barncroft Road Halewood L26

£95,000

2 Bedroom Semi Detached 4 Bed Semi Detached

Waterloo Quay City Centre L1

£159,950

2 Bedroom Apartment

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£240,000

3 Bedroom Semi Detached

Jeffereys Crescent, £124,950 Huyton, L36

3 Bedroom Semi Detached

South Station Road £195,000 Gateacre L25

4 Bedroom Semi Detached

Standale Road, Wavertree

£110,000

2 Bedroom Mid Terrace

HOMEsure property, 14 High Street, Wavertree, Liverpool, L15 8HG

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LEGAL ADVICE • MORTGAGE ADVICE • RESIDENTIAL SALES • RESIDENTIAL LETTINGS • PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Woodford Aparts Woolton, L25

£850pcm

2 Bedroom Apartment

Calton Avenue Mossley Hill, L18

£52pppw

5 Bed House Share

Sparling Street City Centre, L1

£75pppw

4 Bedroom Mid Terrace

Picton Road Wavertree, L15

£550pcm

2 Bedroom Apartment

Waverley Drive Prescot, L34

£625pcm

3 Bedroom Detached

Loreburn Road Wavertree, L15

£750pcm

3 Bed End Terrace

Stanley Road Bootle, L20

£375pcm

1 Bedroom Apartment

Palladio Road, West Derby, L13

£550pcm

3 Bedroom Mid Terrace

Purser Grove Wavertree, L15

£450pcm

2 Bedroom Mid Terrace

Kempton Road, Wavertree, L15

£575pcm

3 Bedroom Mid Terrace

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A unique opportunity to invest in an original

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? PRINCES DOCK, WILLIAM JESSOP WAY L3

LEANNE GAUNT branch manager at Northwood UK Lettings VIEW NOW 0151 256 1035

How much? £775 pcm Number of bedrooms Two doubles Close to Docklands and short walk to the city centre Benefits from Stacking parking system, concierge, video entry system Best feature Prime waterfront location Agent’s view “Located on the 15th floor, this apartment provides stylish and modern furnished accommodation comprising an open plan kitchen/living room, family bathroom and also en-suite to the master bedroom.”

BOWRING PARK MANOR, LARCH CLOSE L19

CAROL CORRAN city centre lettings manager at Sutton Kersh Lettings VIEW NOW 0151 207 5923

How much? £795 pcm Number of bedrooms Three Close to Local shopping facilities on Aigburth Road and a good selection of restaurants and bistros Benefits from Residents’ gymnasium Best feature Spacious lounge Agent’s view “This is a luxury part-furnished ground floor apartment comprising three bedrooms, a spacious lounge, quality fitted kitchen, bathroom/wc, en suite, shower room, secure parking gas CH and double glazing.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT PALL MALL, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTRE L3

JAMIE MEAD senior lettings negotiator at Andrew Louis VIEW NOW 0151 330 5321

How much? £900 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to City centre, business district and a short walk from Moorfields Station Benefits from Floor to ceiling windows, communal timber decked terrace Best feature Two balconies with panoramic views of the city and the river Agent’s view “This luxury furnished apartment comprises of an entrance hall, bathroom, bedroom, open plan kitchen and lounge with access to large decked balcony with fabulous views of the river and city. Upstairs there is a further bedroom with en-suite shower room and study space with access to shared communal timber decked terrace. It also benefits from secure allocated parking.”

ONE PARK WEST, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTRE L1

LYNSEY SMITH lettings manager at King Sturge Lettings VIEW NOW 0151 242 6490

How much? £525 pcm Number of bedrooms Studio Close to Liverpool One and the Albert Dock Benefits from City views and being fully furnished Best feature Communal roof terrace Agent’s view “It's all about location, location, location and you can’t get much better then this brand new studio apartment with a 24 hour concierge. Centrally located in Liverpool One and completed to a high standard the apartment is offered fully furnished and has the option to include secure allocated parking at an additional cost.”

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Student housing hit the headlines this month when it was announced that new laws will see landlords needing planning permission before renting a property to three or more people. In January this year, the University of Liverpool was granted permission to build a £45m ‘ecohalls’ complex on its city centre campus, a development that will include 710 en-suite bedrooms, shops and a 250-seat restaurant. The move represents a continued shift in emphasis away from the University’s traditional halls of residence in the suburbs, towards modern city centre apartments. We look at how the landscape of Liverpool’s student accommodation is changing.

THIS TIME last year it was mooted that the University was considering selling off its south Liverpool halls altogether, in a review of its “residential strategy”. In terms of student accommodation in the city this would represent a seismic shift, dislodging thousands from the residences in Mossley Hill and Greenbank Park. Such a strategy would not only eradicate first year students’ introduction to south Liverpool, it would inevitably have a knock-effect for the economy and student housing market of neighbouring Allerton and Wavertree. The move to develop the £45m Chatham Street site represents 28 Your Move

a desire to offer more accommodation in the city centre, which according to the University, is essential in attracting the best students, not to mention the lucrative foreign market. A spokesman for the University commented: “The University is keen to ensure that the student experience offered at Liverpool is first-rate and recent market research indicates that in order to attract the best students, the University needs to offer more accommodation at its city centre campus, particularly self-catered and en-suite rooms. The new hall of residence being planned for the main campus will add to

our current provision at Carnatic and Greenbank. These additional rooms will add to our portfolio of accommodation for extra students coming to the University from our partner institution Xi’an JiaotongLiverpool University in China.” John Moores University predominantly offers its students accommodation in the city centre, such as the North Western Hall accommodation opposite St George’s Hall. The private sector also continues to develop city centre student accommodation, including that of the Unite Group’s Grand Central development on Skelhorne Street. According to a recent survey conducted by the National Union of Students, such a shift in student accommodation trends

has contributed to a marked rise in costs. The survey of 132 university and private sector landlords, which included those at Liverpool and John Moores Universities, found that the average weekly room cost for students had risen from £81.18 in 2006-07 to £98.99 today. The union added that this rental rise was 13 per cent above that of inflation. University of Liverpool undergraduates who chose to live at Dale Hall at the Mossley Hill Carnatic site can live in self-catered accommodation for £81.20 per week. In contrast, the cheapest accommodation at Unite’s Grand Central development would set students back £103 per week. MARTIN BLAKEY, chief executive of student homes

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charity Unipol, commented: “Whilst high quality student accommodation is to be welcomed, it is of concern that lower priced accommodation is no longer available. Educational institutions must make sure that they maintain a range of accommodation types at a price that all of their students can afford.” The private sector and the Universities argue that students increasingly seek relative luxuries, such as broadband and en-suite facilities, in place of more basic accommodation. There is increasing evidence that they are prepared to pay for it too. As many as ten per cent of residents at Grosvenor’s One Park West development, where prices range from £95,000 to £400,000, are believed to be students, indicating that the desire to live in the city centre isn’t just confined to student accommodation. Many parents of students attending the city’s universities will buy a city centre apartment for their child to live in. This can represent a sound investment for the parents, who often rent out spare rooms in the apartments to other students. This was the case for Your Move ‘mover’ Josh Beckett, a psychology student from Lancashire, who moved into a two-bedroom penthouse at the city centre Reach development. HISTORICALLY, private developers with an interest in student accommodation have been busier in other parts of the country. Liverpool-based Downing are large scale investors in city centres across the country, particularly Leeds where Broadcasting House was recently sold for £37.5m. Our city has, however, been catching up of late. In Liverpool, the Unite Group owns and operates 10 properties, providing accommodation for over 3,000 students. Chief executive Mark Allan believes students are increasingly seeking a city centre lifestyle, rather than that on offer in the south Liverpool suburbs. He commented: “Compared to old housing stock built in the 1960s and 1970s, the

accommodation is more expensive, but that reflects the fact that it has been built in the past five years so it’s more modern. Our properties tend to be located in city centres, which is where students tell us they want to be

Traditional accommodation for second and third year undergraduates, such as Victorian terraces around Wavertree, may now begin to make way for city centre apartments. Recently announced government proposals, that would require landlords to submit for planning permission if they wish to rent properties to more than three unrelated people, could have a serious impact on student house sharing and, in turn, on

smaller landlords’ income. Given such developments planned for the not too distant future, it appears that the migration of students to Liverpool city centre is likely to continue apace.

living. The private sector has injected something like £5bn into building accommodation and that translates to about 130,000 rooms. If those rooms hadn’t been built, the shortage of accommodation today would be chronic.” WITH A PRIME LOCATION and high expectations of accommodation becoming a combined force for changes in student living over recent years, the new red tape on landlords’ ambitions may prove the final push. Your Move 29

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Q. I have bought and sold a few properties, I do them up and then sell them, but I have taken care that the profit I make is always inside my annual exemption for Capital Gains Tax – so there is no tax to pay – is this correct? A. No – not necessarily. HMRC is pursuing taxpayers who have bought and sold a number of properties over a relatively short period because it believes that in some cases people who regularly carry out this type of activity are engaged in a trade and are therefore liable to income tax and national insurance, just like any other trading business. They consider that people who buy, renovate and sell properties without letting them could be considered property developers. Any gains would be taxable as income. Needless to say, the difference between Capital Gains Tax and income tax would usually mean a big increase in the amount of tax they would have to pay. This is not new but HMRC’s new techniques and software means the Revenue can “interrogate” the Land Registry database more effectively than it could a few years ago, making this a very useful source of information for them. You should take the letter very seriously and take professional advice before you respond.

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Liverpool auctioneer helps a Desperate Housewife Exclusive auction hosted The auctioneer for local property firm Sutton Kersh, took to the stage with Hollywood star Eva Longoria Parker at the Noble Gift Gala Dinner. Andrew Binstock joined the Desperate Housewife on the rostrum to offer lots that included a one-hour tennis lesson with Greg Rusedski at the black tie event, supported by HRH Prince Azim of Brunei, and held at London’s Dorchester Hotel on Saturday 13 March. The exclusive auction was in aid of The Make a Wish Foundation and Eva’s Heroes Foundation. A diamond encrusted Blackberry mobile phone and a sleepover for 10 children at famous toy store Hamleys were also among the lots on offer. Celebrities in attendance at the event included

Girl’s Aloud singer Sarah Harding, tennis star Greg Rusedski and exLiverpool footballer John Barnes. Eva Longoria Parker, who wowed with a floor length, one shoulder, silk red dress, also received the Humanitarian Noble Gift Award for her charity work for Eva’s Heroes, an organisation to help children with development and learning needs. Andrew Binstock commented: “It was great fun auctioning alongside movie stars and sporting heroes of mine. The room was packed full of well known faces and there were paparazzi everywhere. Many of the celebrities spoke with me afterwards to tell me what a good job I’d done. I loved every second of it. I’ve now been booked to do the next Make a Wish UK Charity auction at Blenheim Palace in June.”

Andrew Binstock and Eva Longoria Parker

DEVELOPMENT ATTRACTS INVESTORS Lever Court’s incentives for landlords Andrew Louis estate agents are managing the sales of one and two bedroom apartments at the Lever Court development on Duke Street. The city centre properties by developers Iliad come with special incentives for landlord investors, offering a five per cent rental yield for up to 10 years, guaranteed by Stay City. The one and two bedroom properties available are described as luxury apartments, developed to a high specification and benefiting from their close proximity to Liverpool One, the

waterfront and Albert Dock. Prices begin at £157,000 and go up to £200,000 for the fully furnished and fully managed properties. Sales manager at Andrew Louis, Erica Mooney, commented: “Developers Iliad have left no stone unturned and are offering a five per cent rental yield for up to 10 years, guaranteed by Stay City. With no void periods and only a three per cent management charge, this is an opportunity not to be missed.” For more information contact the sales office on 0151 330 5333.

Lever Court development, Duke Street

Merseyside property event set for repeat success The second Merseyside Landlords’ Expo, sponsored by NewHeartlands, has been announced to take place in September this year. Following the phenomenal success of the event last year, where over 1000 property professionals attended the event, the event is set to attract more property investors, landlords and developers from across the region. A new venue has also been announced for this year’s event, set to take place at Aintree Racecourse on 23 September in the Golden Miller Suite. The six local authorities will be participating, and stands at the event are selling quickly. Event organiser Nicky Rigby, marketing and communications manager for Housing Market Renewal Pathfinder NewHeartlands, said: “We want to encourage anyone who wants to take part to get in touch as it’s proving a really popular event. This is a fantastic opportunity for landlords to show what they have on offer for people across all areas of Merseyside. Our accredited landlords on Merseyside pride themselves on the high standards of housing they have to offer in line with the scheme. The show is open to both potential landlords as well as current landlords whether they have one property or a whole portfolio!” For more details on the event and to book a stand, telephone the sales team on 0151 709 3871. Your Move 31

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Hot & Happening YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING IN LIVERPOOL

St Paul’s selling well

Heritage homes on the Wirral Redrow’s Bromborough properties unveiled

Three properties remain St Paul’s Square development in the business district has seen a succession of sales to first time buyers and key workers under the HomeBuy Direct initiative.

A computer generated image of Redrow’s New Heritage Collection homes at Woodlands Grange, Bromborough

The Woodlands Grange development boasts a range of 34 different homes, influenced by the ‘Arts and Crafts’ era. The house builders believe the designs are in keeping with the 19th architecture associated

with neighbouring Port Sunlight. Elaine Mounsey, sales manager for Redrow Homes, commented: “Our research tells us that most home buyers want a conventional two-storey home, preferably detached, with an easily accessible garage and a

garden of their own. They want something that looks traditional, but with the latest statementmaking kitchens, bathrooms and good quality fixtures and fittings. Behind the traditional exteriors there’s a contemporary interior specification, featuring convivial open plan living spaces.” Among the designs available to view are the threebedroom ‘Tetbury’ and fourbedroom ‘Pembroke’ homes. Features include dropped eaves, bay windows, timber or tiled canopies over doors and larch lap boarding. Prices for a threebedroom property start from £174,995.

For further information about the Woodlands Grange development, telephone 0151 334 0716, or visit www.redrow.co.uk.

St. Paul’s Square

Of the 15 apartments available at the development, 12 have already been sold. The development made the headlines last year when it was announced as the only city centre housing scheme to be approved by the government for the HomeBuy Direct initiative. King Sturge estate agents are acting for the scheme. Prices start at £99,950 for one bedroom and £152,950 for a two bedroom apartment. Martyn Green, partner at King Sturge, commented: “Since we released the HomeBuy product last year we have seen a significant increase in the uptake of apartments at the St Paul’s Square development. All but one of the fifteen apartments in the scheme have been sold, and we have several interested parties in the final property. We anticipate that we will have no problems selling within the next few weeks.” 32 Your Move

Flexible options Government HomeBuy agent for Merseyside and Cheshire, HomesHub, is offering a range of options to buyers in search of their dream home. There are several different products available to suit different circumstances, but three of the most popular are Rent Now Buy Later, Shared Ownership and HomeBuy Direct. David Newman, from Dingle, and his family moved into their three-bedroom home using the Rent Now, Buy Later initiative. The scheme allows buyers to pay a reduced rent on a property, to enable them to can save up for a deposit. Rents start at £380pcm. Mr Newman said: “We both work, but the house prices are beyond us. Before, we were renting privately and paying more rent per year than my wife’s salary. Our new property is one we could never afford on the open market, and we are paying half the rent we were.” The shared ownership option is also

HomesHub’s three products for buyers

proving extremely popular. Buyers purchase a share in a home – usually between 25 and 75 per cent - which means they need a much smaller mortgage. Reduced rent is payable on the share which they don’t own. Buyers can then go on to buy 100 per cent of the home when they are ready. This is said to already have allowed a good number of people to buy their own homes, especially in areas which were previously mainly for rent. One of HomeHub’s customers, Clare France, said: “I would not have been able to buy without shared ownership. I wanted a house rather than an apartment, and shared ownership means I’ve got more space for my money and the chance to live in a great area.” HomeBuy Direct is another option. HomesHub works closely with new build developers to offer loans of up to 30 per cent to help aspiring home owners make their purchase. The scheme is funded partly by the

Government, and partly by developers – with even more on the way through a new Government programme called Kickstart. Lee Huner, who bought his property using HomeBuy Direct, said: “I’d been renting a property for years and was struggling to build up money for a deposit. The HomeBuy scheme was really appealing for me because the deposit is small compared to mainstream mortgages.”

These are only three of the schemes offered by HomesHub – to find out more about the eligibility criteria, telephone 0845 603 4559, or find out more at www.homeshub.co.uk.

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ON THE COVER Urban design just got closer to home

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For those yet to discover BoConcept, the store in Chapel Street is a haven for contemporary urban design furniture and home accessories. BoConcept Liverpool has just taken delivery of the new arrivals for this season – a real treat for urban dwellers. The ‘no limits in design’ collection is the concept for the new season, and when they say no limits in design, they do really mean no limits. BoConcept Liverpool offers a full design service, allowing shoppers to completely custom build their own

furniture to fit perfectly in their home. A design consultation service means that each home can be visualised in 3D and fully furnished, taking into account the existing furniture and personal style. The end result is a perfect fit for a dream home, delivered and fully installed by the BoConcept team. Store manager Helen Kaufman commented: “This certainly isn’t flat pack furniture. Shoppers may expect that for such an outstanding custom service, they need to pay premium prices, but in BoConcept we offer basic,

affordable pieces of home accessories and furniture as well as more extravagant, statement pieces of furniture. But no matter the price, you can trust that everything you see has been carefully selected with special attention given to detail, functionality and quality. BoConcept just wants to help you find the home interior that's perfect for you.” BoConcept is celebrating 10 years of urban design in the UK in April, and a series of events will be taking place throughout April with special offers in store.

Visit the spacious showroom at 22-24 Chapel Street in Liverpool. Telephone 0151 236 9280.

A family affair with 11 April event The Deck launches event for family and friends Taylor Wimpey has launched a new initiative to help loved ones onto the property ladder. Family and friends of prospective purchasers are now able to help with a cash deposit for their loved ones new home, in return for a five per cent annum return on the sum invested over five years. The Family and Friends Advantage scheme is available on deposits of up to 20 per cent of the purchase price, with a £30,000 deposit on a £150,000 property yielding an annual £1,500 return for five years.

Contributions can be made by more than one person, with the rebate paid directly into one nominated bank account. A special event at The Deck on Sunday 11 April will see independent financial advisors on hand to answer all buyers’ questions. Taylor Wimpey’s Anthony Mansfield commented: “We understand parents still want to help their children get onto the property ladder but, for many, simply acting as the bank of mum and dad is no longer an option. This scheme provides a generous short-term return.” The scheme

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is available at local developments including Speakman Gardens, Prescot and The Deck in Runcorn. For further information visit www.taylorwimpey.co.uk.

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Sutton Kersh’s next property auction will be the largest catalogue offered this year. Sixty-seven lots will be up for auction at the 8 April event, at 12pm in the Marriot Hotel in the city centre. Residential properties will account for a large proportion of the catalogue, including a midterrace property in Wavetree. The three-bedroom house on Langton Road produces an annual rental income of over £12,500 and is guided at £90,000. Commercial lots are also expected to generate interest. The building which houses the Asha restaurant on Bold Street, arranged over five floors, carries a guide price of £500,000 plus. Sutton Kersh director James Kersh commented: “Whilst stock levels are lower, interest rates remain low and there are some very good investment opportunities available for anyone with finance available. I do believe that we have now seen the worst of the market in its present cycle. There are signs of recovery in the private treaty housing market and I expect values to remain stable over the coming months.” For further information on the auction catalogue visit www.suttonkersh.co.uk. Your Move 33

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ASK THE AGENT YOUR PROPERTY DILEMMAS SOLVED

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I’m selling my house and am not sure how to present it. Should I do my own sales viewings or ask an estate agent to do them for me?

After a change in circumstances I’d like to rent out my property quickly as I can’t afford to leave it empty for long; what is the best way to achieve this in the current market?

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In order to achieve the highest price for your property and to maximise the likelihood of selling it is imperative that your agent does your sales viewings for you. I think there are four main reasons, the first being to make the viewer relax in your home. If the viewer is being shown around the property by an estate agent it is less intimidating, they are able to speak freely and ask questions they would not otherwise be able to do so. Secondly, you will achieve a higher price. Quite often negotiations start on the first viewing; estate agents are trained negotiators, they are not emotionally involved, and they work for the owner - not the viewer. It is the agent’s job to sit between seller and buyer and negotiate an appropriate price for both parties, which means you are more likely to get a higher final bid for your home if you let the professionals do the deal. Thirdly, viewings by an estate agent are more professional. Your home is your pride and joy, and highlighting the magnetic cat flap or the wood panelled cupboard under the stairs might not be what your potential purchaser needs to know. A good agent will know exactly what the purchaser needs and will highlight the right qualities in your home. The final point is that you will get honest feedback. Not everyone likes every property – it takes about 10 property viewings on average for a buyer to find the dream home. If there are issues with your property you need to know what they are, especially if it is something you can change. The feedback gathered during the viewing can also be useful as, if it is a resolvable issue, the agent can work with seller and buyer to overcome the objection. A final word of warning - not every agent offers accompanied viewings, so check this with the estate agent before putting your property on the market.

We would advise that if you are thinking about renting out your house, it is important to make sure you have it in as good condition as possible as this can really impact on how quickly it gets rented. From our experience we know that the better presented properties always rent much quicker than those that need work doing to them. We would advise you to make sure the walls are clean and not marked, carpets are clean and that the kitchens and bathrooms are in good condition. We always tell people to put themselves in the shoes of a tenant; you wouldn't want to rent a house with a dirty kitchen or bathroom! It sounds simple but we have seen many landlords lose money and tenants through not covering the basics! We would also recommend doing something to make your property stand out from others on the market. One thing I have found works on properties in my own portfolio is feature walls – they don't cost much but can transform an otherwise ordinary looking room into something much more appealing and give you the edge over other properties in the area. Also be realistic about the rental figure, look at what similar properties are renting for in the area and listen to your agent as this is something they deal with every day and they know the market well. If you try to get more than the market average you may have it empty for longer than you would like, and don't forget you can always increase the rent when the tenancy comes up for renewal. Finally, make sure you choose an agent that is going to be proactive, who will be able to give your property as much exposure as possible. To ensure a quick let, choose an agent who can utilize extensive advertising to result in a quick turnaround for getting their properties rented.”

Martyn Green, partner, King Sturge. Telephone 0151 242 6490

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Merseyside Landlords Expo 2010 Second landlords’ show announced Merseyside’s largest property show is back for 2010 with landlords from five of the county’s council areas including those in the Housing Market Renewal sectors invited to attend. The Merseyside Landlords Expo '10 is a private rented sector trade show being held at Aintree Racecourse on the 23rd September. The show is dedicated to serious landlords and letting professionals from the private sector. Last years event, attracted more than 50 leading

property related companies to exhibit and over 1000 visitors on the day. Landlords who would like to take part in the Expo are asked to call the sales team on 0151 709 3871. Entrance will be FREE to visitors who pre-register for tickets before the event.

“The show is dedicated to serious landlords and letting professionals from the private sector.”

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No Limits in Dreaming “The secret to planning a restful bedroom space is to make sure that all the clutter of living is hidden away with clever storage, allowing you room to rest in the perfect bed,” said Helen Kaufman BoConcept’s Liverpool Store Manager. BoConcept have designed a range of beds which can be created in sizes to suit each bedroom, the headboards, colour and legs of the bed can be selected from a choice of designs to allow complete customisation. “We also

know the importance of a good night’s sleep. Choosing a duvet or pillow is therefore a very important decision, all of the pillows and duvet collection is made with the finest materials carefully selected on the basis of health, durability and comfort. Life is complicated enough and at the end of the day BoConcept wants you to rest peaceful in your BoConcept bedroom”

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NO LIMITS IN DINING… Dining tables are the most challenging pieces of furniture, we want them to create the wow factor for a family Easter Sunday lunch, but they have to work in the space and create form and function for every day use. BoConcept’s ‘No Limits in Design’ ethos means that every detail of your perfect dining table can be customised, from a table which every day sits six, which can be extended to seat 18! With a range of more than 14 legs and base combinations, the look and feel of the space can reflect your own personal style. Additional features can be hidden away

within the table; additional extension pieces can be hidden within the table to prevent the need for storage of additional components. Multi functional living spaces are the norm and BoConcept work with you to ensure that your space matches your needs, from coffee tables with added storage within to a footstool which converts into a single bed. Design is the key to make the dining table work for your home and your family, no matter how many you have over for lunch. No Limits and New Arrivals special introductory offers available on dining tables in store now.

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Sometimes all you need to refresh and energise a living space are some accessories and soft furnishings. BoConcept have a collection which aims to lift your spirits and play with details in a more colourful and exciting way than ever before. Add a touch of humour, sophistication, or a hint of nature inside your home to add your own personal style to the design of a room. This collection of gorgeous vases, candlesticks, sculptures, boxes and baskets, soft cushions, throws and rugs in an amazing array of colours, patterns and designs add those small works of art that are a quick fix to your home. Helen Kaufman, Store Manager at BoConcept Liverpool is often heard to say “it’s all in the detail”. BoConcept Accessories and Soft Furnishings are available in different sizes, colours and materials from just £21.

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BIT OF A DO

Paul Askew, head chef at the London Carriageworks

Holly and Richard Greaves with John and Yvonne Huyton and children Bethany and Chloe

Emma and Ian Nelson of Sunnyfields, suppliers of the demonstration kitchens

LIFESTYLE EVENTS AT LIVERPOOL LANDMARK

ONE PARK FEST

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three-day festival at One Park West in Liverpool One saw a series of property seminars with guest speakers including Guy Butler from Grosvenor and Martyn Green from King Sturge, a Grand National-themed lifestyle day and a cookery masterclass by head chef at the London Carriageworks, Paul Askew. Our photographer caught up with prospective buyers visiting the show apartments at the landmark development and found that good food and an aspirational lifestyle are appealing to more and more buyers on the waterfront.

Emil and Andy

A chef prepares a salmon

Dan Symonds (Grosvenor) and Paul Askew (London Carriageworks)

Sharon, One Park West resident Peter and Tommy

Cooking up a storm

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YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP THE REPAYMENTS ON A MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER DEBT SECURED ON IT 40 Your Move

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HAVE YOUR SAY YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES

STAMPED OUT – BUT WILL THE CHANCELLOR’S TAX BREAK HELP THE HOUSING MARKET?

“My view is that the stamp duty land tax changes will be helpful for a small but significant minority of house-buyers, but a material positive impact will only be felt when the banks relax their mortgage lending criteria. A more positive piece of news for many landlords and investors was the announcement that the rate of capital gains tax on investment property is to be maintained at 18 per cent rather than being raised to 40 per cent in line with income tax, as predicted by many. ”

Julia Casimo partner, John Kerr Chartered Accountants

“The lifting of the stamp duty threshold to £250,000 is very welcome and should hopefully provide an incentive for first time buyers to venture into the housing market. Property prices are, relatively speaking, the lowest that they have been for some time and interest rates are also at an all time low. We just need the banks and building societies to free up the lending and the property market will recover.”

Phil Lawton director, Sutton Kersh

“Anything that helps make it easier for first time buyers to get onto the property ladder has to be welcomed. With many people delaying home ownership for longer, we do get people looking for a first home in the £200,000-plus bracket and this will represent a saving of more than £2,000 for them. However, the biggest challenge facing many first time buyers is still the size of deposit required and restrictions on lending. A greater choice of mortgage products and better interest rates for first time buyers would really make a difference.”

“No, not really, unfortunately. Stamp duty relief for all, over a longer period of time, would have helped, but first time buyers rarely spend 250k on their first home. What we needed was deposit assistance for buyers and pressure on banks to lend for the recovery of the housing market to be successful and far-reaching.”

Martyn Green partner, King Sturge

Christine Aitken sales director, Redrow Homes (Lancashire)

“The first time buyer stamp duty may lead to an increase in activity, notwithstanding the exemption is for two years from 25 March 2010 to 25 March 2012. The duty will only apply if it is your first home and your main residence (you cannot have owned a house anywhere else in the world). It will however be a huge saving for anyone who qualifies and can afford the entry price into home-owning.”

Julia Ford head of conveyancing, JST Lawyers Your Move 41

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BIT OF A DO

Dr Peter Marshall with Samih Kalakeche, NHS, Cllr Ron Gould and Cllr Flo Clucas

Oxygen Support Services divisional manager Priti Parmer, with director Dr Peter Marshall and managers Shirley Rawlings and Nicola Melia.

SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY

BREATH OF FRESH AIR Shokat Dala from KNA Investments with Cllr John Clucas

Helen Simpson and Ann Maley from Liverpool City Council

Elaine Royal from Oxygen Support Services, with Judy Cummings from Advocay Project

ouncillors Flo Clucas and Ron Gould helped launch Oxygen Support Services new Liverpool office at the City Point development on Great Homer Street. Oxygen, which is already established in Blackburn and Darwen, provide mental health services for the community and will be working in partnership with Liverpool City Council. Shirley Rawlings will be heading up the Merseyside team.

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Elaine Royal, Daphne Preston and Emma Wood from Oxygen Support Services

Dr Peter Marshall, with Priti Parmer and Cllr Ron Gould

Kenny Forth from Access Liverpool, with Shirley Rawlings from Oxygen Support Services and Donna Coleman, Natalie Markham and Lynne Hoey from Liverpool City Council

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Oxygen finance director Noormohahed Valli, with Stacey Scott from Oxygen Support Services

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What do you like about the city? I like the proximity to the river and the amount of open space. It’s not just an enclosed city. What attracted you to the apartment? I’d thought about moving to Sefton Park but I can get to work much quicker from here. It’s a 15 minute walk. I’m not overlooked but I have such great views of Everton Park, The Collegiate and the nearby churches.

Tell us about the living area... The Georgian sash windows and the large modern window allow so much light to come in. There’s a window seat which I like to lie on and soak up what sun we get. I have a brown leather suite and a living room table which was being thrown out by an old neighbour. I reclaimed it and added coloured tiles. I think it goes well with the rug, which I bought while I was working in my old restaurant in Portugal.

Pedro Almeida Tell us about the bathroom... It’s a plain white tiled suite with a large mirror, so I’ve added a green floral pattern.

What’s in the hallway? In the hallway you’ll find my football because I like to have a kick around. There’s also a log which I found in a reservoir in Leeds. I added some nails so that I can use it as a hat stand!

What about the bedrooms? What’s on the wall? I have a picture of John Lennon which was done by a local artist, Edward Lyons. I also have a little John Lennon figure because I like to collect these sorts of things.

At the moment I’m using the smaller bedroom as my office. In the master bedroom is a large wooden wardrobe, which I also reclaimed, and ornaments such as a jester, which I bought in a charity shop in Leeds.

And the dining area?

What’s the layout? There’s a hallway leading to a large, open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

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I have a small table with a Portuguese tablecloth and some traditional Portuguese plates on the wall. I have some of my own photography dotted around the apartment.

What’s your favourite item? That would have to be the tin cars, which I keep on the window seat, or the tiny wooden bench which I found in a charity shop.

For sales and lettings enquiries, telephone Keppie Massie Residential on 0151 236 9660, or visit www.keppiemassieresidential.co.uk

Café Porto on Rodney Street boasts day-time and evening menus, with speciality pastries baked on-site. For further information visit www.cafeporto.co.uk

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Moving? HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET

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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991.84 1,006.94 1,039.96 1,019.60 974.28 1,015.58 971.39

1,157.13 1,174.76 1,213.27 1,189.53 1,136.65 1,184.84 1,133.28

1,322.44 1,342.58 1,386.60 1,359.46 1,299.03 1,354.10 1,295.18

1,487.75 1,510.41 1,559.93 1,529.40 1,461.41 1,523.37 1,457.08

1,818.37 1,846.06 1,906.59 1,869.27 1,786.17 1,861.90 1,780.88

2,148.97 2,181.70 2,253.23 2,209.13 2,110.92 2,200.42 2,104.67

2,479.59 2,517.35 2,599.89 2,549.00 2,435.69 2,538.95 2,428.47

2,975.50 3,020.82 3,119.86 3,058.80 2,922.82 3,046.74 2,914.16

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

1,021.72 987.92 987.92 990.35 990.94 1,029.54 1,044.36 996.10 995.15 988.79 985.12

1,192.01 1,152.57 1,152.57 1,155.40 1,156.10 1,201.13 1,218.41 1,162.11 1,161.00 1,153.58 1,149.31

1,362.29 1,317.22 1,317.22 1,320.46 1.321.25 1,372.71 1,392.47 1,328.12 1.326.86 1,318.38 1,313.49

1,532.58 1,481.88 1.481.88 1,485.52 1,486.41 1,544.31 1,566.53 1,494.14 1,492.72 1,483.18 1,477.68

1,873.15 1,811.19 1,811.19 1,815.64 1,816.72 1,887.49 1,914.65 1,826.17 1,824.44 1,812.78 1,806.05

2,213.73 2,140.50 2,140.50 2,145.75 2,147.04 2,230.67 2,262.77 2,158.20 2,156.15 2,142.37 2,134.43

2,554.30 2,469.80 2,469.80 2,475.87 2,477.35 2,573.85 2,610.89 2,490.24 2,487.87 2,471.97 2,462.80

3,065.16 2,963.76 2,963.76 2,971.04 2,972.82 3,088.62 3,133.06 2,988.28 2,985.44 2,966.36 2,955.36

PROPERTY ALL AREAS

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1,181.55

1,350.34

1,519.14

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//// HOMES FOR SALE L3 £160,000 Waterloo Quay Second floor apartment, open plan lounge and dining area, fully fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, en-suite and additional bathroom. Balcony overlooking Waterloo Dock and offering fantastic views towards the Wirral Peninsular. Allocated parking, visitors parking and 24 hour security.

£100,000 Minster Court 2 bedroom apartment in need of upgrading, benefits from private parking, gated secure entrance, door security and well-maintained grounds. balcony, good sized living room and kitchen. Please also note that the Minster Court complex is halfway through undergoing a refurbishment project.

L15 £109,950 Ferndale Road Three Bedroom End Terrace, Two Receptions, Kitchen, Bathroom, Gas Central Heating System, Rear Yard, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

£195,000 South Station Road This extended and extremely spacious four bed semi-detached property is situated in the sought after area of Gateacre Village. It boasts four bedrooms, two reception rooms, two bathrooms and a conservatory. Modern kitchen with granite worktop, UPVC Double Glazing, Central Heating and a versatile garden with decking area.

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L4 £39,950 Stonehill Avenue Two Bedroom End Terrace, Two Reception Areas, Fitted Kitchen, Ground Floor Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Requires Upgrading and Modernisation, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

L6 £140,000 Hampstead Road five bedroom terrace property, an ideal location for investors. In brief the property comprises:- entrance Hall, Two Reception Rooms and Kitchen. The first floor reveals three good sized Bedrooms, Bathroom and separate Shower and w.c room. The third floor offers a further three bedrooms and loft storage area. Cellar. Perfect for investors. Viewing highly recommended Homesure 0151 733 3001

£25,000, Mill Street Two Bedroom Apartment, Open Plan Living Room/Kitchen, UPVC Double Glazing, Requires Improvement, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

L12 £200,000 Burghill Road This well-presented detached property is in a cul-de-sac position, and has been well improved over the last eighteenth months. Recently installed kitchen with solid wood surfaces, Belfast sink with some integrated appliances leading on to a well-presented conservatory. Homesure 0151 733 3001 £195,000 Vale Road 3 bedroom semi detached. Entrance Hall, Lounge, Dinning room and Kitchen. The first floor reveals three Bedrooms and a family Bathroom. Benefits from a gas central heating system and UPVC DG. A driveway provides ample off road parking, good size garden to the rear. Homesure 0151 733 3001

£120,000 Rocastle Close End terrace, lovingly modernised and updated by the current owners to a high standard. DG throughout, GCH with brand new boiler, laminate flooring, floorto-ceiling patio doors onto the rear decorative garden and off-street, gated Large patio area to the front of the property. Homesure 0151 733 3001 £104,950 The Collegiate Two Bedroom Duplex Apartment, Two Balconies, Double Height Reception Room, Electric Heating, No Chain

L13 £225,000 Marlborough Road Huge 6 bedroom semi-detached property in a quiet location in Tuebrook, Liverpool. Modernised and extended. It has 6 double bedrooms over 3 floors with a modern, bright and open ground floor. High ceilings, traditional features within a modern setting, excellent sized garden, off-road parking, Double Glazing and Gas Central Heating. Homesure 0151 733 3001

Northwood 0151 256 1035 £62,950 Sutcliffe Street Two Bedroom Mid Terrace, Two Reception Rooms, Kitchen, Bathroom, Rear Yard, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

£110,000 Deansburn Road 3 bed End Terrace. It has been recently refurbished and modernised and features a stunning bathroom, open-plan kitchen/diner and fantastic living areas. Three good sized rooms, new carpets, new laminate floor, UPVC double glazing throughout with patio doors onto the large rear yard. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L8 £120,000 Chillingham Street Three bedroom end terraced property, entrance hall, lounge, dinning room and kitchen. The first floor reveals two double bedrooms and one single bedroom, bathroom and separate wc. New GCH and fully DG with a paved town garden to the rear. Veiwing is highly recommended. Homesure 0151 733 3001

£93,000 Craigburn Road 3 bedroom mid terrace. Well maintained, Hallway leading to lounge and dining room which can be separated by partially glazed doors, the dining area leads into the kitchen, patio doors leading out into a pleasant town garden. To the upstairs of the property is a good size family bathroom, two double bedrooms and a single bedroom. Double Glazing, Central Heating. NO CHAIN Homesure 0151 733 3001

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£92,000 Macdonald Street Two bedroom terraced property. Accommodation briefly comprises: Entrance vestibule, lounge, dining area and a kitchen. To the first floor there are two bedrooms and a family bathroom. Externally there is an enclosed rear yard. The property also benefits from double glazing and gas central heating. Viewings are highly recommended. No Chain Homesure 0151 733 3001

£190,000 Church Road 2 bedroom Grade II listed terraced. original features in every room including a 4-compartment cellar featuring a window to the front. Two reception rooms including a morning room, traditional wooden windows. Off the main reception room is the kitchen (also leading onto the beautiful rear yard) as well as the bathroom and access to the cellar. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L17 £185,000 Livingston Drive South Beautifully finished and well-appointed property ground floor duplex apartment. This large apartment (1200 sq. ft) is spread over two floors, accompanied by two excellent size bathrooms, and a large, high ceiling living room. Finished to the highest standard and also boasts a modern, integrated kitchen. Boasts a large lawn area to the rear of the property.

£145,000 Halewood Road Three bedroom mid terrace house. The property briefly comprises, to the ground floor, entrance hall, lounge and kitchen/diner. To the first floor there are three bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally there are gardens to the front and rear. The house has the advantage of double glazing, gas central heating and off road parking. Homesure 0151 733 3001

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L19 £70,000 Grassendale With Vacant possession. Tudor Court is a purpose built sheltered accommodation complex offering a good standard of accommodationLocal public transport service via both road and rail, offering easy access to the city centre. Major road and motorway links are close by. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L24 £140,000 Damwood Road Four double bedrooms, two reception rooms, gated off-road parking for several cars, additional garages, rear garden. The decor to the highest standard, modern and finished with quality. Viewings are an absolute must to appreciate how much is on offer here for a great price. As an added bonus, the property is offered with NO CHAIN

£125,000 Palmerston Drive Two bedroom modern terrace property. Entrance hall, Kitchen, downstairs W.C, Lounge. The first floor reveals two good size Bedrooms and family Bathroom. Externally the there is a rear garden with decking and a seated area. Driveway and lawned area. UPVC DG and GCH.. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L26 £95,000 Barncroft Road Beautifully presented two bedroom semidetached house in Halewood. Located on a large corner plot and benefits from GCH and DG, vestibule, living room and kitchen diner to the ground floor with two bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor. Gardens to the front and rear along with off road parking. Homesure 0151 733 3001

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L25 £240,000 Linkstor Road Entrance Hall, Lounge, Kitchen, Conservatory and downstairs Cloakroom. The first floor reveals two double Bedrooms, single and family Bathroom. The loft space is currently being used as a forth bedroom, although we understand from the vendor there was no planning permission granted. NO CHAIN Homesure 0151 733 3001

£49,950 Cornerbrook Three Bedroom Mid Terrace, Reception Room with Patio Doors open to Rear Garden, Large Kitchen/Diner, Rear Yard, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

L32 £34,500 South Park Court One Bedroom Ground Floor Flat, Entrance Hall, Fitted Kitchen, Reception, Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Communal Garden, NO CHAIN Northwood 0151 256 1035

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L34 £140,000 Waverley Drive Spacious 3 bedroom modern detached in a quiet cul-de-sac location. Entrance Hall, Cloakroom, Lounge, Kitchen and Dinning room. The first floor three Bedrooms with master En-Suite and family Bathroom. GCH. UPVC DG, off road parking and gardens . Homesure 0151 733 3001

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£800pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bedroom 13th floor apartment in Alexandra Tower, Situated on the banks of the River Mersey, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, Spectacular river views, Secure parking included Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £650pcm Ellerman Road Luxury 2 bedroom apartment on Ellerman Road, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, Overlooking the lake, Secure parking, Close to City Centre

Homesure 0151 733 3001

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£595pcm Lisbon Building 2 Bedroom apartment, City Centre location, Intercom System, Close to amenities Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £575pcm Circle 109 Luxury 1 bed apartment, Fully furnished, City Centre development off Duke Street, Balcony, Fitted kitchen, Double bedroom, Secure parking, Excellent Central location Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £575pcm Concert Square Luxury 1 bedroom City centre apartment, Fully furnished, Excellent central location, Fitted kitchen, Secure underground parking

£625pcm Chancellor Court 2 bedroom apartment on Crown Street, Excellent location off Upper Parliament Street, Fully furnished, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Next to Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£650pcm Waterloo Quay 2 Bedroom Apartment, En-suite to master bedroom, Views over the river, Allocated parking.

£129,950 Jeffereys Crescent Modernised semi-detached, accommodate 2 cars easily and also benefits from new cavity wall insulation, DG and GCH. Galley kitchen to the rear of the property which masses of storage and access and views onto the decent sized rear garden.

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£625pcm City Quay 2 Double bedroom apartment, Furnished, Fully fitted kitchen, Secure entry & parking.

£595pcm The Overhead Luxury 2 bed apartment, New development on Sefton Street opposite Brunswick Dock, Fully furnished, Juliet balcony, Secure parking, CH, DG, Fitted kitchen, Close to Brunswick Station Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £500pcm Anglican Court 2 bedroom apartment off Upper Parliament Street, Furnished, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking, Close to City Centre

£600pcm The Reach 2 Bedroom apartment, Furnished, Secure entry system, Viewing essential Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

£75pppw Sparling Street Ideal shared accommodation. Four bedroom, newly refurbished, within a couple of minutes walk of the City Centre. Lounge, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom and bedroom to the ground floor with three bedrooms and a further shower room to the first floor. extensively refurbished, permit parking for residents, GCH, DG, conservatory and gardens. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L2 £595pcm Eden Square Luxury 1 bed city centre apartment. New development off Dale Street, Excellent Central location, Furnished to a high standard, Secure parking, Viewing recommended Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L3 £895pcm Jugglers Yard 3 Bedroom apartment, Close to all local amenities, Furnished, En-suite to mater bedroom

Contact 0151 428 8269 or 07954 417962

L18 £650pcm Pennyford Drive 2 Bedroom Apartment, furnished, Overlooking Sefton Park, Communal Garden & Parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £52pppw Calton Avenue Superb shared accommodation. Large 5 bedroom property comprising kitchen, lounge, study, kitchen, 5 bedrooms, large 4 piece bathroom and second WC . DG and GCH throughout. All bedrooms have locks, there is emergency lighting and mains powered smoke alarms. Homesure 0151 733 3001

L19 £550pcm Royal Quay Luxury 1 bed apartment in the Royal Quay development, Popular development on Kings Dock next to Albert Dock, Fully furnished, Secure parking, Next to the new Echo Arena, Minutes from City Centre and Liverpool 1 shopping complex Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L14 £575pcm Renville Road 3 bedroom Semi detached house, Garden to front & rear, Fitted kitchen, Gas central heating & Double Glazing, Available partfurnished, Minutes from Broad Green Station Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£475-£495pcm Aigburth Road 1 bedroom furnished contemporary apartment. Bright open plan lounge/kitchen. Laminated flooring throughout. Integrated kitchen appliances. Gas central heating and double glazing. Close to the city centre and Lark Lane, buses and trains. Cheapest Council Tax band. NO AGENCY FEES.

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £400pcm Belvedere Road A 2nd floor spacious un-furnished apartment. Entrance hallway, lounge, kitchen, bathroom and two bedrooms. Carpets through out, gas central heating and a secure entry telecom system. It is situated close to all local amenities. Viewing is essential!

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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L4 £475pcm Sleepers Hill Recently refurbished two bed terrace house in Anfield. Good size living room, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. The property is presented unfurnished. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

L6 £550pcm Gilmartin Grove Luxury 2 bed apartment, Located on Low Hill overlooking the City Centre, Furnished to a high standard, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking, Next to Royal Liverpool Hospital Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L7 £650pcm Symphony Building Luxury 2 bed apartment on Stowell Street, Grade II listed building adjacent to the Philharmonic Hall, Excellent central location, Fully furnished, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L15 £750pcm Loreburn Road 3 bedroom end terrace. The property has been finished to a very high standard throughout and accommodation comprises, lounge, dining room, kitchen and WC / utility to the ground floor with three bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor. Homesure 0151 733 3001

£595pcm Cressington Place Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, New development on Aigburth Road, Garston, Fully furnished, Fitted kitchens, Balcony, Double bedrooms, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L20 £375pcm Stanley Road One bedroom apartment on Stanley Road, Bootle. Laminate flooring fitted throughout. Fully DG and with brand new CH these apartments offer superb value for money and are ideally located for easy access to the City Centre. Homesure 0151 733 3001

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£700pcm Paradise Mews Luxury 3 bedroom duplex apartment in this stunning converted property. The apartment is finished to a very high standard and features a quality fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, beautiful bathroom and wooden flooring to the lounge.

£1,500pcm Woodford Apartments Luxury, high-specification ground floor apartment, 3 large bedrooms (one with en-suite & two with built in wardrobes and draws) spacious lounge and kitchen and utility room. Kitchen with integrated appliances. Leading from the living room through the patio doors is a patioed area with seating.

Homesure 0151 733 3001

Homesure 0151 733 3001

£550pcm Picton Road Newly developed two bedroom duplex apartment. Tastefully fully refurbished to a very high standard. Close to Train Station, almost centrally positioned between all 3 Liverpool Universities for students and less than a mile from the motorway network. It is also has easy access to the city centre and attractions.

£750pcm Sugar Lane For let a four bedroom detached family home. Lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, four bedrooms, en-suite to the master bedroom, family bathroom, GCH, DG, off road parking, garden to the rear.

Homesure 0151 733 3001

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

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“I THINK I WOULD HAVE BEEN MORE SUCCESSFUL IF I WAS A SINGER IN THE ‘40S”

FAITH FILE

“People are horrified when I say every so often I drop into a McDonalds”

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TALENT IN THE CITY

Interview by Jonathan Kearney

Of all the female artists that were thrust into the limelight in 2009, the story of Paloma Faith’s success is perhaps the most interesting. The half-Spanish singer with a love of soul music and surreal cinema found work as a magician’s assistant and as a performer in a burlesque show before her debut album propelled her to fame. Paloma will wow Liverpool audiences with hits such as ‘Stone Cold Sober’ when she appears at the Liverpool Philharmonic in May. Anything extravagant planned for the Liverpool gig? We’re currently touring with the most amazing set so I’m hoping to bring some bits of that with me. My last tour to Liverpool was amazing so I’m really excited to come back. You’ve become something of a style icon. Where do you think has the most stylish people? Well they usually put me in those columns which say “she looks terrible”! I think London has the most stylish people. Obviously there’s something beautiful about Paris style but I think in London you get the widest range of different people. On the street just walking around you see so many different looking people. You’ve been a magician’s assistant and a singer in a burlesque cabaret. What drew you to such unusual roles? When you’re training in the theatre you meet all sorts of different people and in different areas. I think those kind of things have always been a pull for me. I’ve always liked that sort of sleazy underbelly of peep shows and those sorts of things. That’s always been what I’ve been drawn to. Did those experiences help set you on your way to success? Well they were good for my autobiography! I feel like I’ve treaded the boards and I feel like it’s really benefited me. Now I feel like I’ve got the confidence about being on stage and dealing with people. It’s almost like a head start.

Were you surprised to not receive a Brit nomination? It was a little bit. I don’t really know what it is that makes them choose. I think what I said about it was blown out of proportion though. I said I was a bit miffed by it but I wasn’t devastated. You get up and dust yourself down. What’s been the best part of the last year or so? I think two things. One was meeting Jools Holland and doing the TV shows with him. The other was recording the charity single for Haiti with Nick Cave and Shane McGowan and all those people. Have you been surprised by the level of success? I’ve seen people around me that I’ve known since before they were successful like Florence and the Machine and The Noisettes, so I don’t feel like I’ve been a massive success because I’ve been surrounded by people who have done well too. Florence has sold four times more albums than me so I feel like if she’s my benchmark then I’ve got a really long way to go. It must be nice to enjoy success at the same time as your friends? Trudy from The Noissettes was my old flatmate and we’re really close, so that’s been amazing. Because we know each other really well it can be really reassuring when you’re a bit tired and you go this club and that club and your mate’s there. It’s really nice. How do you like to relax? On my days off I’m a bit of a coach potato!

I think the reason I like that is it’s such a contrast to my work. I think it’s going to be a bit weird when I’m writing the next album and it goes quiet for a while. My favourite thing to do is going to the cinema. I’m a bit obsessed by going to the cinema! I think it’s the only time when I really relax and just switch off. You’ve appeared in a couple of films. Would you like to do more? I would, I think when things simmer down I’ve got a couple of auditions. I’d love to work with David Lynch. I think the reason I like him so much is that all the things I like to do are about atmosphere. With David Lynch I don’t think his plot lines are as important as most people think. I just think it’s about the atmosphere of the film and the feeling. Like with books and how a writer uses language, it doesn’t really matter whether you know what’s happening in the story. You just enjoy that sentence. If you could return to any period in history when would it be? I think I would have been more successful if I was a singer in the ‘40s. My dream venue would be the Olympia in Paris, where Edith Piaf used to perform. Paloma Faith will be one of the headline acts of the Liverpool Sound City festival when she appears at the Philharmonic on Wednesday 19 May. For tickets, telephone the box office on 0151 709 3789.

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SECRET STORAGE I am looking for a trunk for the hallway. I have seen them in interior magazines used as tables with lamps on top, and have always thought I would like to invest in one. Is there anywhere locally that sells them? Trunks are fantastic alternatives for coffee tables and side tables. They have a traditional feel to them, and they look great whilst offering fantastic hidden storage. In Liverpool I would have a look in John Lewis. They sell a Union Jack trunk and a rose print trunk both under £500, which could be just what you are looking for. www.johnlewis.com

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Stylish seating this season plays with attention seeking colours and quirky shapes. We ask, how low can you go?

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1. Flower stool, £313, by Eero Koivisto from Offecct at www.twentytwentyone.com. 2. Vitra elephant stool, £61, Utility. 3. Stool, ochre wood, £103, BoConcept. 4. Stool, black metal, £129, BoConcept. 5. Stone stool, £121 Marcel Wanders for Kartell at John Lewis. 6. Quilt stool, £65, www.edgecompany.co.uk. 7. Autograph white lacquer stool, £99, Marks & Spencer. 8. Candy stool, £50, Next. Stockists: BoConcept – 0151 236 9280. Next – 0844 844 5344. Utility – 0151 708 4192. John Lewis – 0151 709 7070. www.twentytwenty.com – 0207 837 1900. www.edgecompany.co.uk – 01273 491 391. Marks & Spencer – 0151 708 8383.

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What’s hot YOUR GUIDE TO WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL

Sporting heroes unite for Rhys A host of Merseyside sporting legends will join forces in memory of Rhys Jones next month. Former Everton and Liverpool stars such as Graeme Sharp and Phil Thompson will attend a black-tie event at Aintree Racecourse to raise funds for a new community centre in the murdered youngster’s name. The stars will share memories of their sporting success and will be joined by Olympic heroes

Fashionistas geared up for Aintree recently with a Grand National themed fashion show in Williamson Square. Three shows took place throughout the day that included fashion brands from city retailers including Marks and Spencers, St John’s and The Metquarter. Hosts Pete Price and Claire Simonsen introduced a mix of spring fashion and beauty brands to onlookers. Peter Wong from Wongs Jewellers is one retailer who has dressed up his shop window in style ahead of the races: “Our theme is three dimensional galloping horses, adding depth and excitement to the window.” The winning shop window will be judged and announced on 31 April.

Food for thought The search is on for a Merseyside ‘foodie’ to judge the finest offering in the north-west. Food Northwest is seeking a local food lover to join chef Nigel Haworth and food enthusiasts to join the Fine Food Northwest Awards 2010. The judges will run the rule over 400 foods at the awards on 2 June at Ewood Park, Blackburn. Those interested in joining the Fine Food Northwest Awards judging panel need to apply at www.foodnwawards.co.uk by 7 April.

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including Beth Tweddle, Steve Smith and David Price. The dinner takes

place at Aintree Racecourse on 20 May. For ticket details contact 0151 224 5622.

City hosts celeb’ cook-off Two teams of celebrities will do battle for charity in a Hell’s Kitchen-style cook-off at a top Liverpool restaurant. The Under Starters Orders event will see Brookside actors Louis Emerick and Suzanne Collins head up red and blue teams at the Panoramic restaurant, in aid of the Imagine Appeal at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital. Atomic Kitten’s Natasha Hamilton will greet guests at the sky-high restaurant on 7 April, with tickets priced at £75. Diners will vote on which team has served the best food. For bookings, telephone 0151 236 5534.

Big screen boost for CALM The mental health charity CALM has been boosted by a link-up with a new Brit flick. Ticket sales from the premiere of new comedy The Infidel will go the charity when it is unveiled at the Hammersmith Apollo on 8 April. The film stars British-Iranian comedian Omid Djalili and features cameos from such favourites as Matt Lucas and Miranda Hart. The Infidel will be released nationwide from 9 April.

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Aintree fashion on show

O2 Academy, 16 April --In support of their fourth record, ‘Songs from the Red Room’, Shakespears Sister perform their synth-pop-rock anthems at the 02 Academy. Doors open at 7pm, for tickets see www.02academyliverpool.co.uk.

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WHAT’S ON OUR CHOICE...

ONE TO WATCH OUT FOR...

St George’s Hall Spring Ball

Laughter in the Rain

The Spring Ball returns to St George’s Hall, with Strictly Come Dancing’s Katya Vershilas confirmed to perform.

Laughter in the Rain, The Neil Sedaka story, is the true tale of the Brooklyn-born songwriter and singer’s struggle to find recognition.

Ahead of the prestigious black-tie event on 17 April, dancers across the city are brushing up their steps. Try classes at the Topaz Dance Centre in Garston (0151 427 9906) or Martins Dance Centre in Old Swan (0151 228 4586) to learn the basics in a range of dancing styles, from foxtrot to tango.

This show comes to the Empire Theatre with all of the hit songs; ‘Oh Carol’, ‘Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen’ and ‘Amarillo’. Book tickets for shows from 5 until 10 April at www.liverpoolempire.org.uk.

For tickets to the ball see www.echoarena.com.

Storytelling at Croxteth Hall Farm

Croxteth Hall Farm, 8 – 9 April --A collection of tales, from dragons and fiery fables on Thursday to mermaids, trolls and magical creatures on Friday, with an element on climate change, will be entertaining all the family. For times and to book telephone 0151 233 6930.

The Swingshift Big Band Concert

Sefton Park Palm House, 11 April, 2pm --The 18 piece jazz orchestra returns to the Sefton Park Palm House for the second year running with big band music from Count Bassie to Stan Kenton. The concert is free, with refreshments available.

Global Studio Exhibition

Bluecoat Arts Centre 9 April – 20 June --The free Global Studio Exhibition at the Bluecoat will see five displays of work by 30 different artists from Austria, France, Germany, Japan, Pakistan and Merseyside in printmaking, video, painting and installation art. See www.thebluecoat.org.uk.

Beating Berlusconi

Unity Theartre, 8 – 20 April --Based on the true story of a Liverpool FC fan who found himself sitting next to Silvio Berlusconi at the Champions’ League final, this hilarious production is not to be missed. Tickets available at £10/£8 concessions by calling 0844 873 2888.

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BIT OF A DO

Actress Jennifer Ellison

Owner Danny Boon and singer Natasha Hamilton

Nicola and Rachel Rea, Karen Boon and Mark Rea (Omega Projects Nw Ltd)

PAN ASIAN VENTURE AT THE PIER HEAD

MAGNIFICENT LAUNCH OF MATOU

William John Riley with daughter Lauren

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he grand launch of Liverpool’s latest, stunning Pan Asian restaurant and bar on Georges Parade at the Mersey Ferry Terminal was a glitzy affair for invited guests and VIPs. Delicious canapés with a Far Eastern influence were served in the second floor venue with a stunning waterfront perspective, as drinks were served and guests were entertained throughout the evening.

Kirsty Boon (Cobo Restaurant) with Lee Boon, John Hughes and Jenna Boon

Owners Jacky Kwong, William John Riley and Danny Boon with Jennifer Ellison

David Sedin with Jenna Boon (Pink Beauty Boutique) and Katherine Cavanagh

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LADIES’ FASHION

Winning Choose only the most ladylike pieces for a day at the races. Whether you prefer blushing pinks or chic greys you can bet you're backing this season's favourite.

Pink flower earrings, £6, Accessorize

Ruffle clutch, £29.99, River Island Paul Costelloe mellange linen palazzo trousers, £149, John Lewis

Ruffle funnel coat trench, £80, Oasis

Pink Armelle top, £35, Monsoon

One shoulder Grecian tiedye dress, £45, New Look

Silver disc fascinator, £20, BHS

Stockists: New Look – 0151 702 7680. River Island – 0844 395 1007. Faith – 0151 703 0219. BHS – 0845 841 0223. Oasis – 0151 708 0631. Monsoon – 0151 709 3485. John Lewis – 0151 709 7070. Accessorize - 0151 709 3485.

Cye shoe, £70, Faith

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MEN’S FASHION Compiled by Frances Gill

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Rotary men's pocket watch, £175, John Lewis

Prepare to be suited and booted and get ready to place your bets in style at Aintree Races this year! Timothy Everest chukka boots, £110, Marks & Spencer

Thomas Nash, grey race horse cufflinks, £12, Debenhams

Piped suit jacket, £80, Next

Pink and grey contrast shirt, £22, Topman Piped suit trousers, £40, Next

St George by Duffer, natural canvas hat with navy trim, £20, Debenhams

Cutaway collar shirt, £19.99, Blue Inc Stockists: Blue Inc – 0151 708 863. Next – 0844 844 5344. John Lewis – 0151 709 7070. Marks & Spencer – 0151 708 8383. Debenhams – 0844 561 6161. Topman – 0151 709 1844.

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TABLE TALK

“Bright citrus colours and pastels are big news for this season”

LUCY OLIVER HAS LUNCH WITH.... Helen Kaufman of BoConcept Store, 22-24 Chapel Street

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he Danish furniture brand decided to make the Liverpool store its north-west destination after careful research, finding the city’s buzz and the aspirational lifestyles an intoxicating combination. Sitting in The Racquet Club, a stone’s throw from the hub of the city’s business district and the waterfront, where BoConcept has already furnished many personal clients’ homes at local buildings including the Unity and Beetham Tower, it’s clear how the brand came to that conclusion. Over starters of

New technology, such as the website’s Furnish application which allows customers to model a 3D visual of their room before purchasing furniture, is complemented by a personal interior design service in store. The team of interior designers offer a free consultation to every prospective client at their own home, offering advice and ideas on making the best use of their space. The brand’s spring slogan ‘No Limits In New Arrivals’ is certainly apt: “People don’t always realise that all the BoConcept furniture is modular, so it doesn’t matter whether

“head chef James returns with a stunning assiette of desserts” soup of the day for Helen (carrot and coriander) and a wild mushroom risotto with truffle oil for me, Helen and I browse the new BoConcept catalogues: “The USP is that every design can be made in a choice of sizes, fabrics and colours, to fit the room and the surrounding décor. BoConcept pieces can completely transform a room, whether the whole room is kitted out, or whether stand-out items are used as centre pieces.” Bright citrus colours and pastels are big news for this season, set to be followed by blues and purples, adding a splash of colour to monochrome interiors, and geometric shapes in the autumn.

you’re looking to furnish an apartment or a six bedroom property; the pieces can be adapted to fit your home.” Over our main courses of goosnargh chicken with petit pois and green beans, and rump of lamb with braised red cabbage and fondant potato, we discuss Helen’s passion for design and particularly for interiors, which stems from with her passion for art. Helen’s career path saw her graduate with a fine art degree from LJMU to begin a visual merchandising and promotional design degree at Hugh Baird College, where she met Liverpool-born interior designer Elaine Cunningham. The two began working on designs

from Elaine’s home, until the Aigburth Road shop and brand became established, and last year Helen moved on to the new BoConcept franchise to take on the new challenge. Already, the store is proving a huge pull: “Already we have some longstanding clients, and that’s due to our customer service. People aren’t always sure what they want, so the store is here for them to come in and literally try out the furniture. Everything is made to order and shipped from Denmark, and the delivery team are trained and knowledgeable about the products; they assemble them exactly where you want them in your home, and leave it looking fantastic. It’s the level of service which really makes the brand stand out, whether it’s for property developers furnishing high end suites or individuals, couples and families at home.”

Having recently got married on board a cruise, Helen returned to Liverpool to furnish her home with stunning pieces from BoConcept. A keen lover of the arts and culture, she’s particularly excited about the Picasso exhibition coming to the Tate in May – and I must say, I share her enthusiasm. To top off our lunch, head chef James returns with a stunning assiette of desserts including chocolate mousse, vanilla foam and crunchy chocolate biscuits and a delicious coulis. The tempting platter seems to be a metaphor for the BoConcept catalogue with its variety of designs, colours, patterns, textures and fabrics - and Helen and I finish our lunch with a tour through the expansive Liverpool showroom where the slogan ‘No Limits In New Arrivals’ is tempting in shoppers from all the surrounding areas.

THE RACQUET CLUB, ZIBA RESTAURANT – HARGREAVES BUILDINGS, 5 CHAPEL STREET, LIVERPOOL L3 9AG –

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The crayfish, caviar and lobster bisque is superb, but the menu also offers a full range of delicious mains and desserts for every palate.

Relaxing, elegant interiors, excellent service and all round good experience.

To book a table at Ziba Restaurant, telephone 0151 236 6676.

For more information on BoConcept call the store on or visit the website at www.boconcept.co.uk Your Move 61

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STREETLIFE

Emma, Hannah, Helen, Catherine, Neave, Ian, Nuala and Orla took part from Ernst & Young

Liverpool University students Elliot and Verity

Steve Smith, Olympic high jumper and former captain of the GB Olympic Team with his son Elliot

LIVERPOOL RUNS FOR SPORT RELIEF

MILES HIGH iverpool’s efforts to run a mile in aid of Sport Relief saw keen runners, families and friends from across the city take part in a Sainsbury’s-sponsored event. Beautiful weather saw runners don fancy dress, brightening up the city centre with their colourful capers and raising money for charity at the same time.

L Marie Bentley and Paul Culshaw with his children Connor and Isobelle

They’re off!

Jane, Katy, Kelly, Paula, Christina, Patsy, Julie and Becky from Adelaide House on Edge Lane

Fran Gill from Move Publishing with Conley Browne

Becky Abram, Ross Woodcock, David Machell, Martin Nolan, Mark Tweddle and Debbie Cromby (all attending Liverpool University)

Sandra Pearson, Gill Davis, Alex Davis, Frank Pearson, Luke Pearson and Steve Davis

Dawn Carey, with daughter Kennedy and mum-in-law Trish Carey

Johnny Beckett and Johnny Hanmer raised more than £700 with the Anatomy Society at Liverpool University

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