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Contents WELCOME TO ISSUE 276

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The Bonfire Night Fireworks acted as a backdrop to this issue’s look at the social and private rented housing market and the effects the budget cuts will have on its future in Merseyside. On a lighter note, as we head towards Christmas our fashion experts introduce some of the best gifts and gadgets and a myriad of glittering baubles for your Christmas tree. As always, we’ve picked out the best properties to rent and for all the latest news. Sign up to our free digital fortnightly magazine by emailing post@movepublishing.co.uk

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16 Cover Story 40 Talent in the City War of the Worlds 43 Ask the Expert Innovative ideas from our interiors expert

06 Four Best Buys The hottest properties on the market 16 Four Best Lets The best of the letting market

Cover Story 45 Your Move Interiors Bauble Bonanza 46 What’s Hot and What’s On Your guide to November

18 Hot Topic Changes to the social and private rented sector

48 Bit of a do Weavers Door opening

23 Hot off the Press ‘Banksy Pub’ auction

50 Ladies Fashion Glorious Gifts...

25 Have Your Say Experts’ views on rents

51 Men’s fashion ...And Gadgets

28 Hot and Happening All the latest property news

53 Table Talk Nick Ball at Novotel

35 Movers Living in Huyton’s Montreal Gardens

54 Streetlife Sefton Park’s Bonfire Night

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

HAIGH STREET, LIVERPOOL L3

PHIL LAWTON director at Sutton Kersh VIEW NOW 0151 236 2332

How much? £109,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to Hope University, Royal Liverpool Hospital and within easy reach of the city centre Benefits from A secure car space Best feature Balcony with park views Agent’s view “This is an excellent first floor apartment within an elegant Georgian townhouse situated close to the city centre. There is a secure allocated car space and immediate vacant possession is available. The property would make an ideal starter home”

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, LIVERPOOL L3

HELEN GOODWIN new business manager at Andrew Louis VIEW NOW 0151 330 5333

How much? £189,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to City centre and within walking distance of the Albert Dock, Echo Arena and Liverpool One complex. Easy access to public transport links Benefits from Double glazed windows, gas central heating and one secure parking space Best feature Two large terraces with fantastic views towards the river and facing over the communal gardens Agent’s view “A beautiful two bedroom duplex penthouse apartment which benefits from double glazing, central heating, secure entry system, loft space, secure basement parking and views over the communal gardens and River Mersey. The property also comprises of a lounge, kitchen, dining room, bathroom, landing, two bedrooms, en-suite and two roof terraces.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

MELLING ROAD, AINTREE L9

LOUISE GANE director at Grosvenor Waterford Estate Agents VIEW NOW 0151 526 7638

How much? £164,950 Number of bedrooms Five Close to Local shops, train station & Aintree Racecourse Benefits from New kitchen, new double glazing to most windows and recent rewire Best feature The property has renovated and improved but still retains many original features Agent’s view “This delightful five bedroom character property has been completely modernised by the current owner, whilst still retaining many original features. Outside there is a pleasant rear garden. The property also benefits from new uPVC double glazing to most windows, a new kitchen, a recent rewire and gas central heating. It is a lovely family home.”

TITCHFIELD STREET, VAUXHALL, LIVERPOOL L3

JOANNA HUDSON residential sales manager at Venmore VIEW NOW 0151 236 4400

How much? £99,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Less than a mile from the city centre Benefits from Gardens, off-road parking and conservatory Best feature Immaculately presented with stylish kitchen and bathroom Agent’s view “A rare opportunity to purchase a modern house within such a short distance from the city centre – ideal for those working in the Commercial District who could walk to work. Beautifully presented throughout, this property is well worth having a look.”

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Open until 7pm weekdays

Sales 0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Cable House, City Centre

• Two bedroom terrace • Lounge with bay windows, loft conversion • Modern style separate kitchen • Gas central heating, double glazing

• Three bedroom end terrace • Spacious lounge with bay windows • Fitted kitchen, double glazed windows • Gas central heating and paved yard to rear

Westminster Chambers, Crosshall St

Roscoe Street, City Centre

EW E N RIC P

Globe Street, Anfield EW N

Mirfield Street, Kensington

• Large studio apartment • Large timber decked terrace • Open plan kitchen, dressing room • Viewing highly recommended

• One bedroom apartment • Open plan lounge, fitted kitchen • Intercom system, timber decked terrace • Ideal for city living in style

£74,995

£90,000

The Symphony Building, City Centre

Waterloo Warehouse, City Centre

The Collegiate, City Centre

• Immaculate two bedroom apartment • Open plan lounge/dining area • Double glazed windows, decked balcony • Original features, Grade II Building

• Luxury first floor one bedroom apartment • Lounge with dual views, separate kitchen • Good storage space, 24 hour security Secure parking. NO CHAIN!!!!

• Beautiful one bedroom apartment • Open plan fitted kitchen and breakfast bar • Access to balcony, solid wood flooring • Secure allocated parking!!!

£119,950

£119,950

£119,950

£126,950

£129,950

The Quarter, Sefton Street

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Stone Font, Walton

South Ferry Quay, Docklands

The Colonnades, Albert Dock

Scorpio Close, Dovecot

£109,950 The Anchorage, Docklands

EW

EW

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£60,000

Offers in excess of

£99,950

• A unique one bedroom apartment • Open plan kitchen/lounge, en-suite • Large paved communal terrace • Converted wine cellar, vaulted ceilings

• Modern 3 bedroom semi detached • Lounge, kitchen/diner and conservatory • Gardens to the front and rear • Gas central heating and double glazing

• Two bedroom top floor apartment • Spacious lounge, fitted kitchen • Allocated parking, views of the Marina • A viewing is essential!!

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EW

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• A superb fifth floor 2 bed apartment • Open plan lounge, fully integrated kitchen • Double glazed, security intercom • Great city and cathedral views

• Immaculate two bed 1st floor apartment • Lounge with double glazed patio doors • Balcony looking towards the river • Secure intercom and parking

• Attractive 3 bedroom semi detached • Front lounge, separate dining area • Master with en-suite, private rear garden • uPVC double glazing, gas central heating

£137,950

£139,950

£139,950

£187,500

Kings Dock Mill, City Centre

Scholes Park, St Helens

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

South Ferry Quay, Docklands N

• 3 Bed unfurnished semi • Gas central heating • Double glazed windows • Parking

EW

EW

EW

EW • 2 Bed apartment • City centre location • Show apartment finish • Fully furnished

£299,950

N

N

N • 2 Bed Spacious Furnished Apartment • Secure Allocated Parking • Popular Development • Viewing Essential

**** DRASICALLY REDUCED **** • Stunning two bedroom 3rd floor apartment • Master with en-suite, balcony • Fantastic views, secure parking for 2 cars

Lettings 0151 330 5321

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Hudson Gardens, East Village

• Two bed duplex penthouse apartment • Master with en-suite, walk-in wardrobe • Fully fitted kitchen, Juliet balcony Double glazing, wood floors, parking

• Spacious 1 bed furnished apartment • Close to city centre • Allocated parking available • Viewing is a must

• 1 Bed furnished apartment • Popular docklands location • Parking available • Viewing essential

£750pcm

£675pcm

£595pcm

£575pcm

£575pcm

Victoria House, City Centre

Princes Avenue, Aigburth

Hargreaves Road, Aigburth

Mariners Wharf, Dockland

Belvidere Road, Aigburth

• Converted 1 bed unfurnished apartment • Just off Lark Lane • Good transport links • Parking available

£475pcm

EW

£550pcm

EW

• 2 Bed Furnished Duplex Apartment • On Street Parking • Spacious living • Viewing essential

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N

£550pcm

EW

EW

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N • 1 Bed Furnished Apartment • City Centre Location • Excellent Transport Links • Viewing is a must

• Furnished Studio Apartment • Popular Development • Marina Views • Viewing is a Must

• 2 bed unfurnished apartment • Gas central heating • Close to the parks • On street parking

£450pcm

£400pcm

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Last remaining apartment at Saunders Building – 80% £88,000

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Bedford Street – 50% £57,500

Are you struggling to get on the property ladder?

At King Sturge we have a selection of shared ownership and shared equity properties available to view, most of which require only a small deposit.

With specialist knowledge and advice we can guide you through the process to owning your own home in an affordable way.

To arrange a viewing or for more information, please contact us on

0151 242 6490

Cable Yard – 80% £89,950

Communtation Plaza – 75% £65,000

Properties To Let Harrington Chambers Furnished one bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £550pcm One Park West Furnished studio apartment. Parking available at extra cost ........... £550pcm Beetham Tower Furnished one bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £575pcm South Ferry Quay Furnished bed apartment with parking .............................................. £575pcm One Park West Furnished one bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £600pcm City Quay Furnished two bed apartment with parking ...................................... £600pcm One Park West Furnished one bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £650pcm Eden Square Furnished one bed apartment with parking ....................................... £650pcm One Park West Furnished one bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £650pcm Waterloo Quay Furnished two bed apartment with parking ....................................... £650pcm Victoria Building Furnished two bed apartment. No parking ........................................ £650pcm Old Haymarket Part furnished two bed apartment. No parking ................................. £750pcm Argyle Court Furnished two bed apartment with parking ....................................... £750pcm Waterloo Warehouse Unfurnished two bed apartent with two secure allocated parking ... £800pcm X Building Furnished two bed apartment with parking ....................................... £950pcm One Park West Furnished two bed apartment. Parking available at extra cost ...... £1,000pcm Tower Buildings Furnished two bed apartment with parking ................................... £1,000pcm Argyle Court Fully furnished two bed apartment with secure allocated parking .. £1,000pcm

Kings Dock Mill We have a selection of One bedroom apartments from £525pcm and a selection of Two bedroom apartments from £700pcm Please call

0151 242 6490 for more information

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Stella Nova

Victoria Building

London Road

Two Bedrooms Fitted Kitchen/Bathroom, Secure Parking

Two bed, unfurnished basis, on site gym parking available

One bed, studio style fully furnished great central location

One bed fully furnished great central location

£119,950

£425pcm

£475pcm

£475pcm

Eden Square

Quebec Quay

The Albany

Armstrong Quay

City Quay

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2 Bedroom Apartment, Modern Kitchen And Bathroom, Parking

Two Double Bedrooms Stunning Views, Large Balcony, Secure Parking

One Bedroom Penthouse River And Marina Views Secure Parking

One bed, duplex style fully furnished parking available

Two bed, fully furnished river views allocated parking

Two double bedrooms fully furnished secure allocated parking

£169,950

£144,950

£129,950

£550pcm

£595pcm

£600pcm

Coopers Terrace

Pall Mall

Central Gardens

Staten Court

Sovereign Chambers

Alexandra Drive

RE DU CE D

RE DU CE D

Spacious Two Bed ʻRope Walksʼ Location Allocated Parking

Stunning Two Bedroom Apartment, Modern Fitted Kitchen And Bathroom

One Bedroom Realisitcly Priced Popular Location

One bed fully furnished secure allocated parking

Two bed duplex style fully furnished

Two bed fully furnished allocated parking

£129,950

£123,000

£84,950

£600pcm

£600pcm

£625pcm

Commutation Plaza

Liberty Place

Princes Gardens

Pall Mall

Westminster Chambers

X Building

75% shared ownership Stunning One Bedroom Amazing Views, Parking

Priced To Sell 2 bed, first floor Secure parking

Two Bedrooms Secure Parking Excellent Location

Two bed fully furnished secure parking

Two bed, duplex style fully furnished central location

Two bed fully furnished secure underground parking

£94,950

£119,999

£114,950

£650pcm

£675pcm

£700pcm

South Ferry Quay

Cable House

Beetham Plaza

Quebec Quay

Argyle Court

Quebec Quay

Three Bedroom Townhouse, In need of Renovation, terrace

A Selection Of One Bed Duplex Apartments Terrace, Secure Parking

Large Two Bedroom Apartment, Priced To Sell Secure Parking

Two bed, spacious apartment, fully furnished secure allocated parking

Two bed, fully furnished great location, secure underground parking

Two bed penthouse fully furnished, terrace x3 parking spaces

£255,000

From £134,950

£155,000

£700pcm

£750pcm

£1100pcm

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• Two bedroom apartment • Third floor location • Views towards River Mersey • Secure car park space included • Fitted kitchen, DG • En-suite shower room

• Spacious first floor apartment • Master bedroom with en-suite shower room • Second bedroom • Modern fitted kitchen • Attractive lounge/dining area

• Substantial semi-detached • Ideal for family occupancy • Good letting potential • Six bedrooms • Three bathrooms • Two Kitchens, Two receptions

• Spacious second floor apart • Two double bedrooms • Bathroom and Kitchen fittings • Open plan Lounge/dining area • Balcony off lounge • Double glazed windows, EH

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Berey's Building ÂŁ115,000 ono

Connaught Road Reduced To ÂŁ109,950

Tancred Road Reduced To ÂŁ109,950

Renaissance Building ÂŁ94,950

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• Two bedroom apartment • Available with NO CHAIN! • 2nd Floor location • Lift to all floors • Situated in heart of city centre • Close to restaurants, bars & shops

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First floor apartment 2 double bedrooms Double glazed windows French doors and Juliet balcony "L" shaped lounge/dining area Fitted kitchen, Electric heating

Mark Street ÂŁ85,000

The Paddocks ÂŁ72,950

The Paddocks ÂŁ72,950

Snowdrop Street ÂŁ65,950

Cavern Court Reduced To ÂŁ29,950

• Modern end of terrace house • Within a former quarry • 3 Bedrooms • Large Bathroom, Breakfast Kitchen • Rear Lounge, patio doors, garden • DG, GCH

• Two bedroom second floor apart • Lounge with Juliet balcony • Fitted kitchen with oven/hob/hood • GCH, UPVC DG windows • Master Bedroom with Shower room • Allocated parking space

• Two bedroom second floor apart • Lounge with Juliet balcony • Fitted kitchen with oven/hob/hood • Gas central heating system • UPVC double glazed windows • En-suite shower room to master

• Recently upgraded mid-terrace • Three bedrooms, Lounge • Modern fitted Kitchen • Ground floor modern Bathroom • UPVC double glazed windows • Gas central heating system

• Studio apartment offering potential Gross rental yield of 16%! • Estimated ERV £4,900 p.a. • Ideal starter home or investment opportunity • Modern Kitchen, Modern bathroom

Manor Close ÂŁ550pcm

Bereys Building ÂŁ550pcm

PROPERTIES TO LET William Jessop Way ÂŁ795pcm

• Two Bedrooms • Great Views • Fully Furnished • Stunning Fittings • Concierge • Secure Parking

Royal Quay ÂŁ750pcm

• Two bedroom • Fully furnished • Allocated parking • Ensuit shower room • Balcony • Docklands location

City Quay ÂŁ575pcm

• Two bedroom • Furnished • David McLean development • Secure allocated parking • Available from 12.11.10 • Excellent location

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£125,000

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£84,950

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£75,000

Three bedroom terrace, through lounge, kitchen, CH, DG, rear yard

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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

RESIDENTIAL SALES - LETTINGS Unity Building

Ullet Road

Casatelli Building

One Park West

Two Double Bedrooms Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen Duplex Apartment, Balcony Great Investment Opportunity Full Concierge and Residents Gym £225,000

Luxury Apartment On Three Levels Grade II Listed Building Open Plan, Kitchen/Reception Double Bedroom With En Suite 2nd Double Bedroom On Mezzanine £169,000

Stunning Penthouse Apartments Individually Designed and Furnished Opulent Living, Luxurious Bathrooms Huge Terrace, Liverpool Skyline Views Parking Available £2,500pcm

Possibly The Most Attractive Apartment In The City, Three Beds Furnished To Designer Standards Amazing Views Twenty Four Hour Concierge, Parking £2,500pcm

South Ferry Quay

Royal Quay

Aigburth Drive

Booker Avenue

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Upper Floor Apartment Two Bedrooms Open Plan Lounge/kitchen Views Overlooking The Marina Balconies, Allocated Parking £159,950

Fabulous Waterfront Apartment Two Double Bedrooms Excellent Decorative Order Parking Space, Large Balcony Views Of The Albert Dock Reduced To £149,950

Two bedroom “Wing” of converted mansion, Two bathrooms Fully furnished with designer furnishings To include three 50” flatscreen tv’s Recently renovated throughout £1,195pcm

Semi Detached House Three Bedrooms, Large Gardens Two Reception Rooms Ideal for Professional and/or Family Occupation £850pcm

Princes Dock

Marlborough Street

Argyle Street

Adlington House

Attractive two bed apartment Two bathrooms, Secure parking Close to Liverpool One Furnished & Presented to high standard Viewing highly recommended £700pcm

Impressive converted apartment in Sefton Park Two double bedrooms, GCH Stylish fitted kitchen with gloss units Off road parking £675pcm

Luxury City Centre Apartment Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen One Bedroom Fitted Kitchen Viewing Essential £117,500

Old Hall Street

Two Bedroom Apartment Seventh Floor No Chain 24 hr Concierge Excellent Price £94,950

Liverpool 3 First Floor Apartment Two bedrooms Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen Fitted kitchen £94,950

Peel Street

£149.22 Rent payable per month Ground Floor Apartment Double Bedroom Large Lounge and Dining Kitchen Good Sized Garden To The Rear £50,000 50% Shared Ownership

Ancaster Road

Two Bedroom Top Floor Apartment Part Furnished Parking £575pcm

PUBLIC NOTICE Keppie Massie Residential are now in receipt of an offer for the sum of £100,000 for 701 Beetham Tower, 111 Old Hall Street, Liverpool, L3 9BE. Anyone wishing to place an offer on this property should contact Keppie Massie Residential, Bulloch House, 10 Rumford Place, Liverpool, L3 9DG 0151 236 9660 before exchange of contracts.

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LEMON STREET

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VIEW 146 CONWAY ST

• Ground Floor Flat • Two Double Bedrooms • Lounge Kitchen • Bathroom, Separate WC • UPVC Double Glazing • No Chain

• First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Lounge/Dining Room • Fitted Kitchen • Modern Bathroom • Juliette Balcony

• Fifth Floor Apartment • Open Plan Living Area • Two Double Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen • En-Suite Shower Room • Juliette Balcony

• First Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge, Kitchen • Bathroom W/C, upvc DG • Gas Central Heating • No Chain

• Eighth Floor Flat • Two Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom/WC Balcony • Secure Car Space No Chain

£35,000

£123,000

£149,950

£88,500

£105,000

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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.

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£795,000

BEDFORD ST SOUTH

EGERTON STREET

£70,000

£255,000

• 50% shared ownership • First Floor Georgian Apart • Original Features • Lounge Modern Kitchen • Modern Bathroom Two • Double Bedrooms • Resident Parking

• Georgian Town House • Grade II Listed • Two Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Diner • Gas Central Heating • Loft Conversion

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TO LET Offices at City Centre, Allerton, West Derby and Walton T: 0151 207 5923 E: lettings@suttonkersh.co.uk

BEETHAM TOWER, L3

BEDFORD STREET, L4

VIEW 146, L5

MIDDLETON ROAD, L7

• 2 bedrooms • Apartment • Furnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Parking

• 1 bedroom • Apartment • Furnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating

• 3 bedrooms • Terrace • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens

• 2 bedrooms • Apartment • Furnished • Double Glazing • Central heating • Parking

• 3 bedrooms • Terrace house • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Yard

£650pcm

£625pcm

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ELIZABETH ROAD, L10

MANHATTAN PLACE, L1

RYE GROVE, L12

GRASSINGTON CRES, L19

LARCHWOOD CL, L25

WALLGATE ROAD, L25

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Furnished • Central Heating • Driveway • Gardens

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Driveway

• 3 bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Furnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Garage

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Flexi-Furnishings • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Gardens, Garage

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Garage

£550pcm

£675pcm

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

CROXTETH HALL LANE, CROXTETH L11

LEANNE KEANE branch manager at Northwood UK VIEW NOW 0151 256 1035

How much? £475pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Croxteth Country Park and amenities of West Derby Village Benefits from Gated driveway parking Best feature 60ft rear garden Agent’s view “A deceptively spacious end terrace cottage comprising; reception, fitted kitchen/diner, two bedrooms and family bathroom with jacuzzi bath. There is gated driveway parking to the front and a large 60ft rear garden. The property also enjoys UPVC double glazing and a gas central heating system. It would make an ideal home for a family or a couple.”

KINGS DOCK MILL, LIVEPROOL L1

VICKI BURTON assistant sales and lettings manager at King Sturge VIEW NOW 0151 242 6490

How much? £775 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Short walk to Liverpool One & the Albert Dock Benefits from Fully furnished & secure parking Best feature Double height floor to ceiling windows offering views towards the Albert Dock Agent’s view “Stunning penthouse apartment located in the brand new development of Kings Dock Mill the apartment briefly comprises open plan living area with floor to ceiling windows, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, bathroom and balcony. A selection of one and two beds also available.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT

SOUTH FERRY ISLAND, LIVERPOOL L3

LEE THOMPSON lettings negotiator at City Residential VIEW NOW 0151 231 6101

How much? £1,100 Number of bedrooms Two Close to The waterfront and a short walk away from the Albert Dock Benefits from Large terrace and three parking spaces Best feature Large and impressive main bedroom with feature walk in wardrobe and separate en-suite bathroom Agent’s view “City Residential are delighted to offer this stylish two bedroom penthouse apartment in this highly desirable development. The apartment comes fully furnished to a high standard with a fully fitted and equipped kitchen. The master bedroom has separate en-suite and walk in dressing room. The terrace off the kitchen and living area offers great views of the communal areas and out towards the river. Includes three allocated parking spaces.”

OLDHAM STREET, LIVERPOOL CITY CENTRE, L1

BEN DAVIS director at Davis Beyga Estates VIEW NOW 0845 834 0388

How much? £2,000 pcm Number of bedrooms Three Close to Shops, bars and restaurants in Liverpool's thriving city centre Benefits from Spectacular views across Liverpool's stunning skyline Best feature A fantastic roof top terrace complete with a fabulous hot tub Agent’s view “Offered for rent fully furnished to a high specification, this three bedroom duplex apartment provides ample, open plan living space which has been designed to maximise the views as well as a stylish fully fitted kitchen, three good sized bedrooms and three bathrooms.”

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The October Spending Review was meant to clear the fog on the budget cuts, however behind the drastic figures and red top headlines lies uncertainty on how exactly the cuts will be carried out and in what way the private sector would be able to fill in the gap. Your Move looks at the intertwined future of social housing and the private rental sector in the wake of the budget cuts.

The announcement from Chancellor George Osborne that housing benefits, social housing new builds, and regeneration would be cut was in order to make the sector ‘more responsive, flexible and fair so that more people can access social housing in ways that better reflect their needs’.

Crucially, what is missing from the glum headlines are the details; in Merseyside, how many new social housing builds will be cut, and how much, in 18 Your Move

real terms, will rent increase?

More importantly, can the private rental sector step in to relieve the pressure, and what will this mean for new buy-tolet landlords?

The full implications of the Comprehensive Spending Review on funding streams are still emerging; however we do know that the affordable housing grant has been halved.

The Government aspires to build 155,000 new homes nationally between 2011 and

2015 and aims to generate funds by allowing rents for new tenancies to rise to 80 per cent of local market rents. There will be an incentive scheme to support the delivery of new homes whereby councils will receive a new homes bonus equivalent to the council tax for every new home built.

Liverpool City Council Leader, Councillor Joe Anderson, said: “Providing high quality, affordable social housing to the people who need it most is an

absolute priority for us. We are examining every possible way to rejuvenate social housing in this city, including drawing down funding from alternative sources, bringing empty homes back into use and working with housing developers and registered social landlords to build new homes on derelict land. We are also very concerned about the implications for the poorest people in the city if the emerging model for social

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HOT TOPIC

housing, based on higher rents, becomes a reality.”

Liverpool City Council are tackling the issue of affordable housing in a number of ways including working with housing providers to maximise the outputs of new homes from current programmes and making sure that Liverpool is a priority for the allocation of future funding. They will be taking advantage of programmes such as the Regional Growth Fund and the money available for bringing empty homes back into use to continue the renewal work in the city’s most deprived neighbourhoods. The council will also be talking to housing developers and registered social landlords about utilising land holdings and reserves to build new homes.

SOCIAL HOUSING In Liverpool, the latest housing market information is projecting an increase in the number of households to around 1400 for the next 15 years. Around 25 per cent of these are

likely to require affordable housing.

In a statement Dave Jepson, deputy chief executive of Riverside, the largest social housing provider in Merseyside, commented: “With funding for the provision of new homes cut in half, it’s hard to see how housing associations will be able to increase the number of new affordable homes built to meet the demands of burgeoning waiting lists. We all need to examine the small print. While on paper extra income may help us build more homes, this will be offset by reducing grants, increasing bad debts and, of course, the multi-million pound impact of a VAT rise after Christmas.”

Hugh Owen, Riverside’s director of Policy and Communications, explained the cuts of grants by 63 per cent would perilously lead to a North-South divide. He said: “Previously we received grants to keep up with the increasing need for social housing, and to regenerate the city centre, now the grants has been cut by over half and in theory the government wants us to make up the shortfall by asking for higher rents – but the market rents aren’t that much higher.

150,000 houses will be built over the

“The so c sector a ial housing nd clearly f its tenants a of signifi ce a future can and cha t change llenge.”

Local Housing Allowance rates will be set at the 30th percentile of local rents (instead of the 50th percentile)

next few years but they won’t be up here – we will end up with a two-tier system. It’s not a great outlook for housing in Merseyside.” The spending review made it clear the rents of current tenants, who do not move home, will remain the same. Most benefits, including Housing Benefit, will be slowly replaced over the next 10 years by one single benefit, the Universal Credit. The government has also increased the age limit for the shared room rate from 25 to 35. Chief executive Philip Gandy, of Vicinity Housing Group, providers of low-cost housing in the Northwest, commented: “What we can say at this point is that, as with everyone involved with housing provision, the social housing sector and its tenants clearly face a future of significant change and challenge. In that context it’s even more important that organisations like the Vicinity Housing Group, continue to make the most of available resources and remain absolutely focused upon doing the very best we can for our tenants and for our local communities and look to mitigate as much as possible the potential negative impacts from the announced changes.”

PRIVATE LANDLORD TO THE RESCUE? According to Countrywide, a letting agent and property services group, the number of tenants looking for rental

Housing Benefit awards will be reduced to 90 per cent of the initial award after 12 months for claimants receiving Jobseeker’s Allowance

accommodation has jumped by 44 percent during 2010. The national rental market report also showed houses were most in demand in the North with 23 percent of all new enquiries for two-bedroom properties.

These figures have led a number of people to expect the private rental housing market to step in and ease the pressure of social housing. Liverpoolbased Nick Ball, head of Venmore Auctions, commented: “If social housing becomes less accessible there undoubtedly will be added pressure on private landlords to pick up the slack. There’s already huge demand on private landlords due to the lending crisis as many more look to rent rather than buy. Landlords shouldn’t be pressured to make their stock more affordable, and the government has to be careful not to shift the responsibility for low cost housing onto private landlords. However, it’s never been easier for them to get their hands on low cost housing stock to invest in their portfolios via auctions like Venmore’s; you could possibly pick up a three bedroom house in L4 for £30,000.” Crucially, this is an ideal time for potential, or current, landlords to buy new stock, as house prices decrease and rental demand booms. The National Landlords Association is now calling for the government to put in place a strategy to incentivise the growth of the private rented sector.

Housing entitlements for working age people in the social sector will reflect family size

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Advice from chartered accountants 0151 228 8977

Making ends meet!

Julia Casimo

Sharing a home with a stranger isn't everybody's first choice but, with the tax breaks available, taking in a lodger can be an easy way to raise extra cash.

Q. I have my own house, and I am considering getting a couple of lodgers to help with my finances. Do I have to pay tax on the rent I receive?

A. Homeowners looking to ease their finances during the present financial difficulties may well like to consider the rent-a-room scheme. This genuine tax break allows a homeowner to receive rent of up to £4250 a year tax free by letting out a room in their home.

There are several important provisos.

- The scheme can only be used by individuals, or couples.

- It only applies to furnished accommodation.

- The scheme can only be used for residential letting, meaning that you cannot let part of your home as office/commercial accommodation.

- The relief is per property, not per person, so if the house is jointly owned the tax free amount does not double.

- You must claim the relief by completing a self assessment tax return.

Q. I was thinking of charging more than £4250 a year in total .

What happens then?

A. Then you have a choice. You can either account for all your income and expenses, and pay tax on the profit, or you can pay tax on any excess over the £4250. Let’s say you income is £5000 and your expenses are £1000. Your choice is

Landlords Wanted!

Pay tax on income of £5000 less expenses of £1000, i.e. pay tax on £4000.

Or Pay tax on £5000 or rent less the rent a room fixed deduction of £4250, i.e. pay tax on £750.

The best choice will obviously depend on your individual position.

There are, as always, various other things to consider. You will need to contact your mortgage provider and insurance company. You will also need to comply with some Health and Safety rules and carry out a Gas Safety check. Having said all of this, this can be a very useful tax break. As always, good advice will be essential.

As with many decisions you really do need to take independent financial and tax advice. If you would like our help call Julia Casimo on 0151 228 8977 at John Kerr Chartered Accountants 369-375 Eaton Road, West Derby, Liverpool L12 2AH. Authorised and regulated by The Financial Services Authority Registered number 101330 Please note that this article is not intended to give specific technical or financial advice and it should not be construed as doing so. It is designed only to alert readers to some of the issues. It is not intended to give exhaustive coverage of any topic. Professional advice should always be sought before action is either taken or refrained from as a result of information contained herein.

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Does your agent provide you with a personal and pro-active management service?

Does your agent carry out viewings 7 days a week at flexible times?

Do you receive regular documented property inspection reports?

Does your agent pay your rent to you within 48 hours of receipt?

Does your agent charge low letting admin fees to tenants?

Do you benefit from commission free repairs?

Is your agent contactable 7 days a week?

If the answer to the above questions is “No” or “I Don’t know” then you are with the wrong agent!

For a FREE no obligation market appraisal of your property or portfolio please contact us anytime on the numbers below:

Wesley Preston: 07769250149 or David Dunne: 07500660712 www.acornpropertygroup.com

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NEWS

Hot off the press YOUR GUIDE TO THE LATEST PROPERTY IN LIVERPOOL

New KHT board chairman Award-winning housing professional Helen White has been appointed as Knowsley Housing Trust’s new board chairman after impressing board members with her dedication and enthusiasm.

Helen, aged 33, who has nine years experience in the housing sector, was named The Chartered Institute of Housing Cymru ‘Young Housing Professional of the Year’ in 2003 for her innovative and inclusive approach to working with tenants. She has since progressed to be at the forefront of housing and regeneration in the North West and North Wales. Helen, who speaks fluent Welsh, became chairman of North Wales Housing Association in 2005 – the youngest chairman in its 30year history. She said her first priority at KHT will be to ensure

Helen White

the organisation can continue to deliver better outcomes for local people in an increasingly challenging financial environment. She says her impressive rise through the housing sector has come from hard work and a passion for her job. “Having started my career in tenant participation and housing management, I have always been committed to engaging service users in determining how services are developed and delivered. Tenant participation is a hugely powerful way to drive forward regeneration,” she said, “I also believe that increasing the number of affordable homes is key to meeting the needs of the communities we serve.”

House hunting made easy An innovative new company is offering to take the hunting out of house hunting for timestrapped people looking for the perfect home.

Find Me a Home is a new company set up by Jan Brown and son Matt Brown, which offers a bespoke, personal home finding service for people who are too busy to look, new to the city or just requiring some help. With more than 15 years of experience working in the property market, Jan has a number of properties she manages and previously worked as a sales negotiator, and Matt recently graduated with a business management degree. The company started out quite organically after Jan was continuously being asked

by friends to find them homes.

She commented: “Searching for the right home and organising appointments can be very time consuming. We ask people to tell us their requirements and we will search on their behalf sourcing estate agents, private landlords and advertisements.

A friend of mine, a project manager for The Royal Liverpool Hospital, asked me to find a property for someone he knew coming in from Spain, but by that point it had become time-consuming so I decided to set up this business with my son.” Find Me a Home will negotiate on people’s behalf if necessary and arrange out of hours viewings. They also offer a complete, follow-up service for company lettings and overseas students with moving

Matt Brown and Jan Brown

in packs of dishes, cutlery, bedding, towels.

Prices vary according to personal requirements, for more information contact Jan Brown on 07770757477, email janetbrown570@btinternet.com, or telephone Matt on 07754056977, or email fletchbrown@tiscali.co.uk

Venmore Auctions in BBC’s Homes under the Hammer The 2010 revival of Liverpool’s auction market will be complete later this month as auctioneers Venmore open their largest sale this year, with over 70 lots ranging from residential, commercial and land and over 10 development opportunities.

The auction will be filmed by BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer which uncovers the tricks of the property auction trade. From an end terrace in Anfield converted into three flats, a shop and flat on Aigburth Road to an eight bedroom villa in Newsham Park, the sale is marked by the wide range of lots available. Lot 23 of 71 is the famous ‘Banksy Pub’, the former

The ‘Banksy Pub’

Whitehouse pub on Berry Street.

BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer will be filming at the auction for an upcoming programme. Auction boss Nick Ball commented: “It used to be that people thought an auction was for the not so attractive properties, the ones in need of modernization and repair. Not any more. Of the three ways to sell your home – by tender,

private treaty or by auction – auction is proving to be the choice of savvy property people.”

Venmore’s next auction will be held on Friday, November 19 at 2pm at The Hilton Hotel, Liverpool One. To register interest telephone Venmore Auctions on 0151 236 6746 or visit www.venmoreauctions.co.uk Your Move 23

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KINGS DOCK MILL the heart of the Creative Quarter BRABCO are proud to announce the release of their LAG Prichard designed apartments to sales and rentals market.

Stunning Townhouses, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available Furnished or unfurnished – impressive modern specification Liverpool 1 location – waterfront and marina views Secure underground parking available Sales from £115,000 Rentals - Three Beds from £925 Two Beds from £625 One Beds from £450

For enquiries call: LAG Prichard on 0151 707 8028 or

Feel good on your bike!

Free cycle training and bike maintenance for Liverpool TravelWise are teaming up with Liverpool NHS Primary Care Trust for 2010 Year of Health and Wellbeing to offer Liverpool residents free cycle skills sessions for all ages and abilities.

Open to adults, the cycle skills sessions are the perfect way to learn to ride a bike for the first time or improve your confidence and onroad cycling skills. Both one to one and group sessions are available and can be tailored to suit all needs.

New taster introduction sessions "essential maintenance" lasting 2 hours are now on offer. These courses cover the basics on how to check your bike over, fix a puncture and advice on seasonal equipment. More advanced “basic” and “intermediate” maintenance courses are also available, covering more complex repairs and adjustments.

For further information and course dates visit www.cyclingsolutions.co.uk. To book a place, ring Cycling Solutions on 0151 234 9484 or email amyu@cyclingsolutions.co.uk and quote ‘Be Active’ This offer is open on a first come first served basis.

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on 0151 242 6490

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HAVE YOUR SAY YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES “The recent cuts mean there has never been more of a stronger reliance on the private sector to deliver the new homes people require. But with funding now very limited for residential schemes will these demands really be met? Probably not, and as a result rents should begin to increase over the coming years.

Constraints on mortgage lending will contribute further to rent increases meaning many first time buyers will flood the rental market as it will be their only option. The government will be relying on private landlords and their portfolios to accommodate public demand - it’s only fair that they introduce measures to encourage these private landlords to continue to invest. ”

Tommy Constantinou

Will the government cuts in social housing push up the rents in the private sector?

“Private landlords have always supplemented the shortage of public housing, but have increasingly been let down by successive government legislation, making it harder for them to ensure that their rents are paid direct to them and not to their tenants. We are increasingly coming into line with the rest of Europe, where they embrace rental as opposed to home ownership as a way of life. Unless pro-active investors build affordable family homes for the rental market, demand will exceed supply and prices will continue to be buoyant. On the plus side, now is the time to buy property investments that are showing excellent returns of between 6 and 8 per cent.”

Sue Taylor

“The answer will depend partly on whether the higher rents will be a matter of choice on the part of Registered Providers (RPs) to charge higher rents; and partly on whether there is one level or a sliding scale of rents, up to 80 per cent of market rent, depending on individual tenants’ incomes and their ability to pay.

The government has not given any indication. Higher rents will, however, only flow from new tenants and not existing, so the uplift will be limited and gradual. The government has apparently not yet thought through how it will square the circle of cutting expenditure on housing benefit whilst charging social housing tenants much higher rents.”

Richard Petty Partner, Affordable Housing at King Sturge

“We’re pleased the spending review is out of the way. The property market has been challenging at times this year, mostly due to the difficulties people experience securing mortgages. That said schemes which do benefit from a good location, which are realistically priced and backed by a high quality developer like Grosvenor will always attract investment. In general terms the fundamentals are strong; the rental market is booming and offering excellent yields.

Cash rich, and risk adverse buyers have been flocking to our door at One Park West and we feel positive about the prospects for 2011.”

Lettings Manager at Andrew Louis

“The rental market is currently bracing itself for an influx of demand as a result of government cuts in social housing. Coupled with buy-to-let lending being at an all-time low, the knock-on effect will be that rents will rise as demand outweighs supply.

However, with big lenders such as Paragon returning to the buy-tolet market, it is anticipated that the shortfall in available rented property will be relatively short-term.”

Ben Davis Partner at Davis Beyga Estates

Dan Symonds Development Executive at One Park West

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Don’t miss the new release of homes at Speakman Gardens. With stunning apartments from less than £80,000 you could be moving sooner than you think. Visit our new Show Apartment now – and don’t miss out again!

Show Apartment now open *Price of £75,858 is based on 85% of purchase price at £93,950. Offers available on selected plots and developments only, visit our website taylorwimpey.co.uk/easystart for full details of the terms and conditions of the offers, or request full details from your local Taylor Wimpey office.

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Sales information centre and Showhome open Thursday – Monday 10am – 5.30pm

0845 071 8822 taylorwimpey.co.uk

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

Health checks for heaters Merseyside heating experts Warmer Heating is advising homeowners to check their boilers and central heating before temperatures plummet, to avoid being left out in the cold.

Derek Holcroft is the Operations Manager at Warmer Heating and manages the team that goes out on emergency calls. He believes that now is the time for homeowners to give their boiler and central heating system a test run to make sure it’s working properly. “You always hear people say ‘oh it’s typical, my boiler breaks down the week before the family arrives for Christmas’, but if you test it before the cold weather hits and you really need your heating you can make sure the system’s working and there are no problems.” One of the biggest issues for a Conventional system is when you

Property Awards’ judges meet The judges of the Your Move Property Awards met once again at restaurant 60 Hope Street to deliberate on the nominations for this year’s awards.

The judges, Dylan Jones of A2 Architects, retail expert Elaine Cunningham of Elaine Cunningham Interiors and Bo Concept, Adam Hall managing director of Falconer Hall Chester and Lesley MartinWright, newly appointed chief of Knowsley Chamber of Commerce, applauded the high calibre of entries this year. The judges were served a

delicious boxed lunches at the award-winning restaurant, which was recently named in the top 10 restaurants in the North West by the Sunday Times Foodie Destinations guide. The judges have been meeting at this favourite restaurant since the awards began five years ago. The Your Move Property Awards will be held on Thursday, November 18, at the Hilton Liverpool, and recognises the achievements of people and businesses working in the residential and commercial sector in Merseyside.

City centre second homes

Derek Holcroft

turn from hot water to heating.

The system is installed with a diverter valve. If you have had the boiler set to hot water all summer and then switch to hot water and heating when it gets colder, the valve turns and the water runs to the radiators. If the valve has been damaged or stopped working during the year, the first you’ll know is when you need to warm up the house, but can’t. Derek suggests running through the system, checking the water pressure, checking each radiator – if they’re not hot from top to bottom they may need bleeding.

For further information visit www.warmerheating.com or telephone 0800 377 7755.

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St Paul’s Square bedroom

The second homes market was one of the most resilient sectors of the housing market in 2010, and Liverpool residential development St Paul’s Square is riding the trend.

The development, situated in Liverpool’s commercial district, has seen a rise in the number of buyers purchasing properties for use as ‘second homes’ for work or buy-to-let. Matthew Chambers, estate agent at King Sturge, commented: “Interest rates are much lower than they

have been in years, so the cost of acquiring property has dramatically reduced – as has the benefits of keeping money as cash.” One such buyer is Paul Silcocks, who bought his onebedroom apartment in St Paul’s Square as a second home, mainly for work but also as a potential buy-to-let investment. He said: “I work full time as a statistician at the University’s School of Cancer Studies, so I have to be in the North West for the working week. It made sense for me to invest in property and

save on the costs of staying in hotels or rented accommodation.

This way I have a city centre base, save time and money on a long commute, and have the apartment as a nest egg for the future.” One bedroom apartments at St Paul’s Square start at £99,950 and two bedroom apartments start at £149, 950.

For further information telephone King Sturge on 0151 242 6490 or visit www.theperfectsquare.co.uk

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PROPERTY NEWS

Mann Island

Lettings iPhone app

Belvoir Lettings iPhone app

Mann Island homes open The futuristic, black buildings adjacent to the Three Graces are finally open for residents.

Countryside Properties are offering a range of apartments in the highly distinctive residential element of the Mann Island development which some say is the best situated address in the city. The two wedgeshaped apartment blocks, clad in black granite, are at the heart

of Liverpool’s waterfront overlooking both the Mersey and restored canal basin, and stand shoulder to shoulder with the iconic Three Graces – the buildings which have helped earn the waterfront its World Heritage status. The apartments start at £120,000 for a onebedroom property, with availability on two and threebedroom apartments plus penthouse options. Each

apartment opens into an internal atrium that rises to the full height of the building.

The sales office and show apartments are now open from 11am to 6pm daily. For more information telephone 0151 231 1224 to book your exclusive viewing and tour or visit the Mann Island website www.mannislandapartments .co.uk

Free Cycling Support For Liverpool Residents People in Liverpool are being offered the chance to improve their cycling and bike maintenance skills.

The free sessions, organised by TravelWise in conjunction with Liverpool NHS Primary Care Trust as part of the 2010 Year of Health and Wellbeing, are open to adults of all ages. Both one-toone and group cycle skills sessions are available and can be tailored for all levels, from complete beginner to those looking for a confidence boost.

Maureen Quinn, from Liverpool, recently learnt to ride a bike for

Free cycling sessions

the first time during a cycle skills session. She says: “A number of my friends are keen cyclists and I was fed up of missing out when they went off for rides together. I booked myself into a free two-hour, oneto-one lesson with a female instructor and, by the end, I had learnt to ride the bike and use the brakes smoothly.” The sixhour ‘basic’ course gives advice on how to check a bike over and

fix a puncture, as well as giving information on equipment. A shorter two-hour introductory ‘taster’ session covering essential maintenance is also available.

For further information visit www.cyclingsolutions.co.uk.

To book your place, ring Cycling Solutions on 0151 234 9484 or email amyu@cyclingsolutions.co.uk and quote ‘Be Active’.

Searching for a property to rent or attempting to let out your own can be a timeconsuming and sometimes stressful experience.

However that needn’t be the case now thanks to the award winning lettings specialist, Belvoir Lettings, utilising social media.

Belvoir Lettings, which has offices on Cheapside, High Street and Mill Lane in Liverpool and Sandown Lane in Wavetree, has launched an iPhone application that allows users to call upon the expertise of the agency wherever they are.

The free application, available to download from the iTunes store, detects the user’s location, shows available properties in that area and even lets the user view the location of the property on a map. The application also allows the user to view photos of the properties, as well as a description, and create a shortlist of favourites to revisit at a later time. Other features of the application are: an ‘email to a friend’ option, ‘about us’ page and contact details of the nearest Belvoir office. Since taking on the role of Belvoir’s managing director Dorian Gonsalves has begun to implement his plan to refresh the brand, firstly introducing the new-look ‘to let’ boards and now launching this social media tool. He said: “The app is a fantastic piece of software and as well as providing a solution for busy tenants and landlords, it will bolster brand awareness and show we are a modern and evolving company.”

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(Hint: find the answer at www.thelivingroom.co.uk/christmas10) The Living Room Liverpool is offering you and 7 companions the chance to win a Christmas Party to the value of £500 this December! You will have the choice of two prizes: EITHER a Christmas party, comprising an Extra Special Buffet and Extra Special Christmas drinks for 8 people OR a sit-down 3 course Christmas meal with Amuse Bouche and Extra Special Christmas drinks for 8 people

Whether it's an office party or a family Christmas, many people find organising a Christmas party extremely stressful. But The Living Room's online planning and budgeting tool - at www.thelivingroom.co.uk/christmas10 - removes the hassle and ensures your Christmas party will be a fantastic success. By selecting a date and package from the many options available at the online planner, you can immediately see availability and cost, which makes planning and booking easy.

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ADVERTISING FEATURE

Do you let private property in Liverpool?

Are you aware that the City Council runs a voluntary landlord accreditation scheme, which is free for Private Landlords to join?

• We are currently offering a substantial discount on the standard fee of licensable HMO’s for accredited landlords.

Once a landlord has joined the accreditation scheme they are eligible for benefits that include:

Landlords and letting agents can also receive information and advice about all aspects of letting property from the North West Property Owners Association.

Accreditation status will be given to Landlords of properties which meet the following requirements:

• Public recognition as a good landlord on the Council‘s website.

• Signposting to training courses, newsletters highlighting any changes to housing legislation etc.

Please note that there is a Landlord “Drop in” and Advice week commencing 22nd November.

Venue: NWPOA Office, 63 Wavertree Road, Liverpool 7.

By appointment only.

Phone: 0845 456 1659 between 10am - 3.30pm.

• Better access to council advice & services through the landlord accreditation officer.

• The property is free of all category 1 hazards as identified under the Housing Health & Safety Rating System (HHSRS).

• Gas, Electrical Safety, Fire Alarm and Emergency Lighting test certificates and Energy Performance certificates where applicable are provided.

• The property has adequate means of escape and detection in case of fire.

• The property meets the physical standards set out in the Code and the Landlord complies with the Management Code.

Accreditation and Licensable Houses in Multiple Occupation – (HMO) Under the Housing Act 2004, certain types of HMO are subject to mandatory licensing and a licence application must be made to the Local Authority.

Where licensable HMO’s fully comply with all licence and accreditation scheme requirements, a substantial discount is currently available.

The HMO Licensing team can be contacted for further guidance on: Tel: 0151 225 6614/6615 E Mail: environmental.health@ liverpool.gov.uk Full details of standards required for HMO property are available on the City Council web site www.liverpool.gov.uk under private rented sector housing – advice for landlords of houses in multiple occupation.

Accreditation and Fire Safety Although fire is a higher risk in multi-occupied properties with more floors, all properties must ensure that tenants can safely exit in the event of a fire, and sufficient early warning of a fire is given.

Properties occupied by a single household must be fitted with a form of fire detection incorporating an audible alarm.

Image of Private Rented Sector Housing When people think of private rented housing their image can often be a negative one. Through the City Council’s Landlord Accreditation Scheme, CLASS, we are working closely with professional landlords to promote good quality housing.

Through Landlord Accreditation we hope to raise the standard and image of private rented sector housing.

Is CLASS something you maybe interested in joining?

CLASS accredited landlords are listed on the Liverpool City Council website – www.liverpool.gov.uk/class For further information please contact: The Landlord Accreditation Team Tel: 0151 233 3007, or call NWPOA on 0845 456 1659 Email: class@liverpool.gov.uk www.liverpool.gov.uk/class

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What attracted you to the area?

I have lived in Huyton all my life and wanted to stay in the community. When I saw the older terrace houses being demolished to make way for new homes I decided it was time for a fresh start. Huyton is a great place to live. It’s close to the motorway so it’s easy to get to Liverpool, Manchester and Warrington, but there is also a lovely ‘village’ feel to the area with some great local shops.

Collette Murp hy

What’s the layout?

Downstairs I have a kitchen/diner, living room with French doors opening onto the garden and a downstairs toilet which is handy. Upstairs I have a bathroom, three bedrooms with an en-suite to the master bedroom, which is a real novelty.

Why did you choose Montreal Gardens?

I was initially attracted to Montreal Gardens by the nice mix of housing which makes each home feel unique.

There are also a number of green open spaces that make the whole development feel peaceful. As soon as I saw inside The Napoli I knew I had made the right decision. The rooms are all really spacious and I love the fact that I have a parking space outside my home and a good sized garden. The neighbours have all been very welcoming and I feel really secure living here.

FOR FURTHER INFO.

Tell us about the other rooms?

I am using my new home as an opportunity to buy some new furniture. It is fantastic to have a ‘blank canvas’ to decorate. So far I have treated myself to this amazing mirror that proudly hangs from the wall in my hall. I like to buy quirky items or things that make me laugh. I thought the knives were a bit different and brightened up my kitchen.

The coasters were a house warming gift from a friend.

What’s your favourite room?

I love every room as they are all so different to the terrace house I used to live in. If I had to choose I would say that the kitchen is my favourite room. The oven, hob and extractor fan were all included in the price and there was a great selection of kitchen units and tops to choose from.

I love cooking so I am enjoying entertaining friends for dinner and showing off my new home.

What are your plans for your new home?

I can’t wait for next summer so I can transform my garden. I want to build a patio and plant some shrubs and flowers which are easy to maintain. It is a quiet development so I am looking forward to relaxing in the garden and having friends over for BBQs. For further information on Montreal Gardens please phone 0151 482 0863 or email northhuytonsales@mjgleeson.com. Showhome open Thursday to Monday 10am - 5pm.

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C R E S S I N G TO N H E AT H , O F F G A R S TO N ROA D , L I V E R P O O L L 1 9 2 S A

4 BEDROOM HOME FOR UNDER £129,000

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Stunning 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £182,995 HomeBuy Direct prices now from as little as

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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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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

1,856.73

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L1 £269,950 Manolis Yard Stunning duplex penthouse apartment.

Lounge, dining room / 3rd bedroom fully fitted kitchen, master bedroom with ensuite, bathroom and second bedroom.

Benefiting from both a balcony and a roof terrace, secure underground parking .

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £215,000 X Building A stunning 2 bedroom sixth floor penthouse apartment with spacious wrap around balcony with view across parks and to the river. Comprising open plan living, dining and kitchen area.

Apartment comes with secure underground parking space.

£88,000 Saunders Building Price reflects 80% shared equity. A beautifully presented one double bedroom apartment. Living and dining area, fitted kitchen, modern recently fitted bathroom.

Close to Liverpool One, this apartment is an ideal opportunity for first time buyers.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £88,000 Saunders Building Price reflects 80% shared equity. A well presented shared equity apartment. This first floor apartment comprises one double bedroom, living and dining area, fitted kitchen, a south facing balcony over looking the communal courtyard and fitted bathroom. Close to Liverpool One. Ideal for first time buyers

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£114,950 Gwent Close Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Large Reception Room, Kitchen, Integral Garage and Driveway Parking, Gardens to Front, Side and Rear, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Room for Extension

£190,000 Tewkesbury Close Extended Detached Property, Four Bedrooms, Three Reception Rooms, Conservatory, En suite Shower Room, Gas Central Heating System, Large Corner Plot, Gated Driveway Parking, Gardens to Front and Rear

Northwood 0151 256 1035

Northwood 0151 256 1035

L7 £129,950 Jubilee Drive Four bedroom mid terraced, Two large double glazed velux windows, Dining room leading to the kitchen Rear garden, front yard

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£139,950 Berkley Avenue Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached, Through Reception Room, Kitchen/Dining Room, Family Bathroom, Driveway Parking, Rear Garden, GCH, UPVC Double Glazing Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 King Sturge 0151 242 6490

L3

£149,950 Hudson Gardens Superb large two bedroom apartment, Open plan kitchen, lounge, Secure allocated parking, Approximately 960 sq ft in size.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

£319,950 Quebec Quay Two double bedroom penthouse apartment. Open plan living and dining area, seperate kitchen and two double bedrooms (master with en-suite), Must for anybody looking to live a stylish life in the city. Roof terrace, two parking spaces.

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L8 £159,950 Devonshire Road Three bedroom top floor apartment Spacious lounge, gas central heating Double glazing, communal gardens On street parking

oieo £199,999 Parkfield Road Three bedroom top floor apartment Separate fitted kitchen, en suite shower Staircase to the main bedroom with two velux windows, Secure allocated parking Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £144,950 Liberty Place Fourth floor two bedroom apartment Open plan lounge and fitted kitchen Benefits from a timber decked balcony Allocated parking. Viewing is essential!

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £127,500 Gambier Terrace Two bedroom upper ground floor apartment, Separate kitchen, gas central heating, Very central location close to City Centre, Parking permits available, NO CHAIN! Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £119,950 X Building Beautifully presented one bedroom apartment situated in the heart of the proposed Commercial Quarter, views over Mercury Park. Open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, bedroom, bathroom. Secure underground parking space and including all furniture, fixtures and fittings.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490

£144,950 Waterloo Quay First floor apartment situated on the Waterloo Quay development. Briefly comprising two bedrooms, open plan living, dining and kitchen are, en-suite to master bedroom and family bathroom.

The property benefits from a timber decked balcony offering clear views of the River Mersey, allocated parking.

King Sturge 0151 242 6490 £114,500 Princes Gardens Modern two bedroom first floor apartment, Separate kitchen, contemporary bathroom and two bedrooms, Gated development with allocated parking, Communal gardens and access to all local amenities Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333 £99,000 Jugglers Yard A superb one bedroom apartment Open plan living area and fully fitted kitchen, Fully tiled bathroom finished to a high specification Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

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£99,950 Huskisson Street Fantastic, unique one bedroom apartment Double bedroom, bright and stylish space Lounge with open plan fitted kitchen, Ideal for city life in style.

£145,000 Green Lane Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Entrance Hall, Two Reception Rooms, Sun Room, Kitchen, Three Bedrooms, Bathroom, Driveway Parking, Garage, GCH Northwood 0151 256 1035

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5333

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L11 £125,000 Carr Lane East Three Bedroom Extended Semi Detached, Large Corner Plot, Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Four Piece Bathroom, Large South Facing Rear Garden, Gated Driveway Parking, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System

£129,000 Woodhey Road Two Bedroom Mi]d Terrace with Modern Decoration, Open Plan Living Room/Dining Room, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, UPVC Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating System, Front and Rear Courtyards, No Chain Northwood 0151 256 1035

Northwood 0151 256 1035

L28 £119,000 Etal Close Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner, Attractive Front and Rear Gardens, Driveway Parking, Gas Central Heating System, Double Glazing Northwood 0151 256 1035

£47,900 Marled Hey, Three Bedroom Semi Detached, Downstairs WC, Lounge Leading to Kitchen/Diner, Ensuite to Master Bedroom, Family Bathroom, Large Rear Garden, Driveway Parking, In Need of Full Refurbishment, No Chain Northwood 0151 256 1035

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£525pcm Dale Street A one bedroom furnished apartment in the heart of the City Centre. It benefits from being close to all amenities, restaurants and transport links.

£650pcm Armstrong Quay This is a recently refurbished two bedroom ground floor apartment, partly furnished. With river views and parking this property should be viewed.

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L3 £1600pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 3 bedroom duplex apartment on the 25th floor, 26 storey residential tower on the banks of the River Mersey, Floor to ceiling windows, Fantastic views of the Mersey and Liver Buildings, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Open plan living area, Fitted kitchen, Bathroom & En-suite, 2 double bedrooms & single bedroom/study, Secure parking included

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L1 £650pcm Manhattan Place Luxury 2 bedroom city centre apartment, furnished to a high standard with en suite to master bedroom. Video camera entry.

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£800pcm West Tower A to bed luxury apartment situated on the 19th floor of one of the most popular buildings in Liverpool close to the city centre and with unrivalled views of the river & city. The property is in immaculate condition throughout and offers spacious accommodation, with stunning views of city and River Mersey.

£625pcm City Quay A beautiful docklands development situated close to all local amenities.

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TALENT IN THE CITY Words by Marya McCann

Interview with Jeff Wayne Jeff Wayne’s marvellous Martians will land in the city next month when the stage production of The War of the Worlds comes to the Liverpool Arena on Tuesday December 7.

Jeff chatted to Your Move about his music, family background and the spectacular show.

What will fans of the music of The War of the Worlds get from the stage show?

I think people who have enjoyed the album will be surprised. They may have already built images of how things look in their minds. On stage we have created an amalgam of cutting edge special effects, illusions and live performance, to work alongside the music. War of the Worlds is unique, and I see it as a marriage between the music with visually stunning performance we have created and the original H.G.Wells story. It fascinates me that it was written in Victorian times before technology could have even envisaged what we can put on stage.

Which artists are appearing for the first time in this production?

We are delighted to introduce three new cast members who are enjoying their roles enormously. Jason Donovan, Rhydian and your city’s own Liz McClarnon who plays Beth, the wife of Parson Nathaniel.

What inspired you to choose The War of the Worlds as a musical project?

During the mid-70s I was relatively new as a composer and was being commissioned to write for TV shows and commercials.

Having just started up a record label and signing David Essex, with whom I had become great mates after joining his band as keyboard player, I felt the urge to write something creatively for myself. My dad handed me the book by H.G.Wells, which grabbed my attention immediately and the project I was looking for basically found me...

How did you feel when it became a global success?

It was a great relief. I had taken a huge financial gamble with The War of the Worlds. For the album and art work I put up two thirds of the cost, with CBS

Records (now Sony) only obliged to listen to the finished product. Also it wasn’t a popular format for the late ‘70s, which was the era for disco and punk. I had created a 100 minute continuous work exhibiting a Victorian novel in a musical format; it was totally opposite to what was out there at that time.

Who are your musical heroes?

Rather than growing up with specific idols I was generally moved by wonderful music.

I was classically trained in piano and then moved towards playing jazz so was able to absorb a great wealth of music from childhood onwards. But I suppose if there is a musical hero in my life it would be my father who took a humungous gamble and brought about a turning point in my life.

By commissioning me to write the score for his production based on the Dickens novel A Tale of Two Cities in 1966, he basically set me on the path I have been treading ever since.

What is your personal experience of Liverpool?

I can remember performing at the Liverpool Empire with David Essex in the 1970s and have really fond memories of visiting the city regularly as I dated a Liverpool girl before I was married. Another Liverpoolrelated memory is connected with my father; he performed at The Royal Court in the touring production of Guys and Dolls with Julie Andrews in the 1950s.

What has been the most memorable moment of the live production of The War of the Worlds?

It was at Bournemouth, at the end of the very first show about four years ago, just as we took our bows. I had been conducting so came to the front of the stage and, due to the presence of the ear monitor still in my

ear, could not hear very much in the way of applause. I was looking so despondent as I walked off stage that the two promoters grabbed me, got me to remove my monitor and pushed me back out. It was only then that I heard the resounding cheers and realised it had been a success. That was a wonderful moment!’

Jeff Wayne’s Musical Version of

The War of The Worlds - Alive on Stage! is at the Echo Arena on Tuesday 7 December 2010.

BORN Queens, New York, 1943.

EDUCATION Graduated with a journalism degree from college in Los Angeles.

ACTORS Actors and musicians involved in the original recording of War of the Worlds include: Richard Burton, David Essex, Phil Lynott and Justin Hayward.

HOBBIES Tennis has played a huge role in Jeff ’s life. His father taught him to play, he coached his way through university and his younger son is training to become a professional player. Jeff still plays regularly and is captain of his home county, Hertfordshire.

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In the summer we redecorated our lounge in various shades of off whites and soft greys. We wanted the room to be a sophisticated space where we could enjoy entertaining. As the darks nights have drawn in we are staring to think about entertaining over the Christmas period and would like to add some colour to the room. In previous advice, you have suggested an easy way to add colour is with the addition of accessories such as cushions. We really like this idea but have no idea what colours to choose as we want to ensure the sophisticated feel of the room is maintained.

The addition of colour accessories to any room will help draw an accent colour into the space. I have thought about the other colours in your scheme and I would suggest using various shades of lilac. Lilac is a very pale tone of violet, it enhances tones of grey, silver and off whites and naturally inspires the feel of sophistication. Laura Ashley has in their collection the round Ashling Cushion which is contrasting shades of lilac and amethyst.

If you are looking at having your cushions handmade, Osbourne & Little have a beautiful satin beaded braid trim, T603, which highlights the combination of lilac and silver used together. www.osborneandlittle.com

SINKING HEART I need to invest in a new basin for my downstairs cloakroom. I was looking through some magazines at the dentist the other day and saw an article about black sanitary ware. I would like the basin to be dramatic and unusual so like the sound of this. Could you recommend any basins that fit this description?

Smart and sophisticated, black is where it’s at in bathrooms right now. It’s a real designer look. I love the black granite heart shaped basin sold by Aston Matthews.

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We have all our family coming to us for Christmas this year so need to get our skates on and redecorate the badly jaded dining room. Because of the layout of the room, having French doors and two large windows, we were thinking about just decorating the wall where the fireplace is. Ideally we would like wall paper that is dramatic, but with a contemporary twist. The dining furniture we have is a very contemporary black Italian design. Could you suggest a wallpaper we could use?

Cole & Son have launched a fantastic ‘Frontier’ collection for this autumn/winter. The collection consists of 12 designs that have been sourced from their archives.

Some of the designs have not been in production for over a century. I would suggest that you consider the tile wallpaper, which is an optical geometric design with a contemporary twist. The design itself is influenced by North African Tiles Courtyards. With your black dining furniture you could create a Moroccan style sanctuary, which would be the envy of your visiting relations. www.cole-and-son.com Your Move 43

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6. Pluma Christmas tree bauble £7.99 Zara Home. 7. Glass glittered tartan bauble £2.68 B & Q. 8. Organic paper mâché bauble £3.99 Zara Home.

Stockists: diy.com, marksandspencer.com, zarahome.com, johnlewis.co.uk

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

Foot Clinic a full member of the Council of Foot Health Professionals, member of the Association of Foot Health Professionals and associate member of the Institute of Chiropodists and Podiatrists.

Visit the clinic at 492 Prescot Road, Old Swan, or telephone 07511408706 or 0151 259 2686 to book an appointment.

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foodie list 60 Hope Street has been named in the top 10 restaurants in the North West by the Sunday Times Foodie Destinations guide in association with the Food List. It is also the only restaurant to be recognized on the list based in Liverpool.

Gary Manning, partner at 60 Hope Street, said: “We are delighted to be recognised in the Sunday Times Foodie Destinations of the North West; we believe that our commitment to local, fresh, seasonal produce has enabled us to receive such an accreditation.”

DaDa November 18 marks the beginning of DaDa Fest packed with entertainment for all, as a celebration of Deaf and Disability arts and culture. Artists from across the world have come together to explore the theme of objects of curiosity and desire, investigating identity and the world. The festival, running until December 3, will be held at numerous venues and includes events from photography exhibitions to theatre to interactive workshops. DaDa is an innovative disability arts organisation delivering disability arts projects since it was first founded as Arts Integrated Merseyside in 1984.

TOP YOUR MOVE CHOICES FOR DADA FEST: Gimp, dance show, at Liverpool Playhouse, on November 18; Objects of Curiosity and Desire exhibition, at The Bluecoat; and comedian Laurence Clark, on November 23, at The Bluecoat.

For more information visit www.dadafest2010.co.uk

For more information visit www.60hopestreet.com or telephone 0151 707 6060.

Five stars and five courses Liverpool’s business fraternity, fashionistas, footballers and soap stars say that the most sophisticated place in town to eat the alternative Xmas menu is at Sakura – the upmarket Japanese restaurant located inside Walker House in the prestigious Exchange Flags. The largest teppanyaki restaurant in the North of England is a favourite for after work cocktails, sashimi sharing and cool celebrations, Sakura is highlighted by seating arranged around traditional teppanyaki grills hosted by skilled and theatrical chefs. There's a large array of 46 Your Move

fish, meat and chicken specialities here, plus the restaurant is housed with tanks filled with a great selection of fresh seafood. Sakura's Xmas menu priced at just £25 yet consisting of five impressive courses is available from November 22.

To book a table visit www.sakuraliverpool.com

CHECK OUT THE BEST OF THE REST

An innovative foot clinic has opened in Old Swan offering a full range of foot health problem treatments – including Merseyside’s only Aqua Massage Therapy treatment. The Liverpool Foot Clinic is offering treatments for everything from corns to metatarsalgia.

Full care is also offered to elderly and household bound patients with home visits from 9am to 9pm Monday to Sunday. Aqua Massage is a dry hydrotherapy massage system that uses water to treat arthritis, general stiffness and many limb disorders. The treatment gives a full body massage without the necessity of removing clothing whilst being treated with powerful warm water jets. The clinic was started up by Jayne Jackson who is

International Guitar Festival

Wirral ‘til 27 Nov --The festival celebrates all things guitar, presenting concerts, workshops and related events throughout November. This year’s festival includes rock and roll legend James Burton, Joe Brown and renowned folk singer Tom Paxton. For more information and to book tickets visit www.bestguitarfest.com or telephone 0151 666 0000.

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Christmas at Liverpool One

Long Night

From a swinging chair ride to the alpine grotto, Liverpool One is the place to be this Christmas - the icing on the cake is the spectacular Alpine Skate Lodge, enjoy the winter as you glide around the Christmas tree. These delights also include an ice climbing wall, children’s Toboggan runs and have your fantastic experience captured in a photograph in the spectacular winter wonderland inflatable Snow Globe.

On Thursday, November 18, from 4pm, over 50 of Liverpool’s creative venues stay open late for Long Night. This after hours celebration of art, culture and entertainment includes the first night of the Da Da Festival and the second night of the Cornerstone Festival. Some of this year's Long Night highlights include Tate Liverpool’s 'Sound Relay', a large musical procession from the Philharmonic Hall down to Tate Liverpool and Arena Studios & Gallery Take Away Art, choose from the menu and you will receive a bespoke piece of work, created on site in front of a chip shop audience.

The festivities at Chavasse Park will run until December 24, the rink will stay open until January 31.

For a full programme of events visit www.culture.org.uk Xmas Lights Switch On

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St Helens, Victoria Square 20 Nov, 4pm --St Helens’ new Christmas lights switch-on will include a performance by Twist and Pulse, Britain's Got Talent runners up. The street dance duo will be performing their unique high-energy 'streetomedy' dance act. There will be a host of other wellknown performers, music, pantomime acts and family fun.

Mountford Hall, Liverpool Guild of Students 25 Nov, 7pm --Electronica artist Neil Barnes will be joined by original vocalists Djum Djum, Earl 16 and Cheshire Cat in one of the final acts for Liverpool Music Week. Tickets are £24 and available from www.o2academyliverpool. co.uk or the Box Office on 0844 477 2000 (24 hour).

St Georges Hall 20 & 21 Nov --Featuring 90 contemporary designer makers, the Design Show, the signature event of Liverpool Design Festival, presents a range of exciting and inspiring interior products, glass, ceramics, furniture, lighting, jewellery, textiles and fashion. Tickets are £5/4. For more information visit www.liverpooldesignfestival.com

Unity Theatre 16 & 17 Nov, 8pm --Witness this brand new black comedy adaptation of ‘Sweeney Todd’, with slapstick humour, live cabaret music and puppetry.

Meet the monstrous murderer, hear his terrible tale. Tickets are £10/8 and available from www.unitytheatreliverpool.co.uk or telephone 0844 873 2888.

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“The market is picking up but buyers still need the bids teasing out of them in order to generate a sale.”

MARYA MCCANN HAS LUNCH WITH....

Venmore’s head of auctions, Nick Ball uring lunch at one of the city’s trendiest hotels Venmore’s head of auctions, Nick Ball, explained the intricacies involved in a smooth auction and also his excitement about the new website and imminent opening of new large offices in the heart of the business zone. The ground floor restaurant within Liverpool’s Novotel is contemporary with a nod to 1960s style: Formica, huge half moon lampshades and clashes of orange and white. We ordered from the lunch menu which covers every taste from simple

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At Venmore’s last auction every seat was taken and Nick views it as a return to form following a quieter period. He anticipates that the firm’s upcoming auction next week will be even busier.

“We have over 70 lots including residential, investment, commercial, development and land,” he said, “and it’ll be filmed for the BBC’s Homes Under the Hammer.”

A good job, then, that Nick recently took third place at the final of the Auctioneer of the

“Dessert consisted of chocolate heaven” sandwiches to hearty main courses. A helpful twist for diners is the buffet option whereby diners can try a variety of miniature lunches rather than choosing just one main course.

(This has proved especially popular with groups attending conferences here.)

Nick, whose professional background is as chartered surveyor, enjoys his role at Venmore. He said: “The firm is dynamic and moves with the times. We provide a first class value for money service helping out customers maximise the returns on their investments.

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“Each of the finalists was given an unusual and quite complicated scenario and then left to cope with the situation. It was all staged and involved us having to sell a ram, a castle, Lord Mountbatten’s Pencil Pistol and coping with the pronunciation of the full version of the Welsh town Llanfairpwllgwyngyll.”

Our mixed starter consisted of pan-fried scallops, fresh figs with Parma ham and a huge king prawn piri piri style. Nick’s favourite was the combination of fig and ham which, he reported, brought out the flavours in each.

The scallops, which were served on slices of grilled ham, were delicious contrasting the lightly cooked and tender white seafood with the crispy saltiness of the meat.

I asked Nick to explain the role of auctioneer and what qualities were important. “As well as just taking the bids,” he said, “an auctioneer needs to be constantly scanning and reading the room, adjusting the bidding to help maximise the selling.

“The market is picking up but buyers still need the bids teasing out of them in order to generate a sale. The key thing for people attending an auction to understand is that when the hammer goes down the property is exchanged and ten per cent becomes payable.”

During our main course, Nick’s marinated lamb (‘delicious and the rosemary sauce was good too’) was ideal for a winter lunch

whereas I opted for a lighter dish of sea bass with basil mashed potato, I learnt that Nick has a passion for extreme sports. Out of the office he is more likely to be found kite surfing (the most frightening he has tried), snow boarding or jet skiing. And with his family – he is married with four young children – he tries to spend weekends at their caravan in Anglesey.

Venmore’s next auction will take place at the Hilton Hotel, in Liverpool 1 on Friday November 19 at 2pm. “It should be really exciting. Lot 23 is the building on the corner of Berry Street which has the famous Banksy cat graffiti with a guide price of £175,000. And then at the other end of the scale we have great little terraces with guide prices of around £30,000.

I really don’t think we will see prices this competitive for a long time to come.”

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A mixed starter of Parma ham with fresh fig, pan-fried scallops and king prawn piri piri.

Dessert consisted of chocolate heaven. Three miniature pieces: white chocolate truffle on a bed of crushed strawberries, a brownie and a chocolate fondant. Luckily Nick loves chocolate and confirmed that each cake was delicious.

Call Novotel today on 0151 702 5100.

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1. Ros Hazelwood and Doreen Godoy (both of Wavertree). 2. Francesca, Christakis, Ibor, Andreas and Thomas Tarkan. 3. Paul, Alex, Craig and Sally MacFetters (from Halewood). 4. Jane and Mark Harrington. 5. Gray Cannell (from Old Swan) and Kim Leggett (from Maghull). 6. Lucy, Skye and Sophie (all of Liverpool). 7. Jane, Kyle, Daniel and Mia Murphy (from Wavertree). 8. Paula Hume, Tia Hume-Jennings and Pat Jennings (from Wavertree). 9. The magnificent fireworks display. 10. Keith Glynn with his niece Christie Burn (from Childwall).

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