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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM // ISSUE 282

18 FEB – 03 MAR 2011

LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE

HOW TO MOVE HOUSE Your essential guide inside... +

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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

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First time buyer? Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own a brand new home.

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www.lovell.co.uk/newhomes *Not available to investor and cash purchasers, only available to first time buyers. A commitment fee of £500 is payable on reservation but is fully refundable on legal completion. A minimum 5% deposit of £5,000 will be required dependant on lender’s criteria. Lovell will retain 15% (dependent upon lender and qualifying criteria) equity share in the property for a period of up to 10 years. The repayment sum will reflect 15% of the market value of the property at the time of sale or valuation. Lovell cannot give you any financial advice. The monthly payment figure (£547) is based on the mortgage being a repayment mortgage over a 25 year term and subject to availability and suitability; 4.89% Fixed until 30/04/2013 (4.4% APR). Total fees for arranging the mortgage is £1,524. Total amount payable over 25 years assuming no change in interest rates would be £128,743.02.

An early repayment charge would be payable before 30/04/2013 and would be a maximum of £2,323.62. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Available on selected plots subject to status, terms and conditions and using Lovell Partnerships nominated financial advisors. Offers cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any other offers. 85% Shared Equity price based on full price of £89,950 for a 2 bedroom apartment at Kensington Square. Prices and figures correct at time of going to press and are subject to change without notice. Images are for illustrative purposes only. †Based on 85% Shared Equity price.

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Hello...

It has been a rocky few weeks in Liverpool as the city council pulled out of Prime Minister David Cameron’s pet project Big Society - so we hit the streets to find out what you think. On the property side, things were calmer and in a special feature we look at getting set for moving house, from boxes to Bulky Bobs, use our countdown for a smooth packing experience. As always, we’ve picked out the highlights to finish off February and for all the latest news sign up to our free digital fortnightly magazine by emailing post@movepublishing.co.uk

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Facebook.com/movepublishing Twitter.com/yourmovemag Advertising Director: Fiona Barnet Sales Manager: Jo Tait Media Sales: Dominique Jones Designer: Rob Whyte rob@movepublishing.co.uk Editorial: Jonathan Kearney, Dina Karim and Emma Pinch. Email post@movepublishing.co.uk Telephone 0151 709 3871 Fax 0151 707 1678 Credits Your Move: Peter Kelly – Bit of a Do. Tilly Hamilton – Interiors.

Published fortnightly by Move Publishing Ltd Directors: David O’Brien, Kim O’Brien, Fiona Barnet Printing by Precision Colour Printers Ltd Subscriptions and mailing list: 0151 709 3871 Distribution Liaison Manager: Barbara Troughton Telephone: 0151 733 5492 Mobile: 077148 14662

06 Four Best Buys The hottest properties on the market

42 Talent in the City Comedian Angelos Epithemiou on Shooting Stars

22 Four Best Lets The best of the letting market

45 Ask the Expert Innovative ideas from our interiors expert

Cover Story 24 Hot Topic Get organised for moving house

Cover Story 47 Interiors Quirky bookshelves

27 Hot Off the Press Liverpool’s Big Society pull-out

48 Hot in the city & Hot ticket Your guide to end February

28 Hot and Happening All the latest property news

50 Men’s Fashion Earn your stripes

33 Have Your Say Can David Cameron’s Big Society work?

51 Women’s Fashion Stride out in stripes

Cover Story 35 Bit of a Do The Home Quarter launch

53 Table Talk Ian Murray of C & D Properties at The Olive Press

38 Movers Living in One Park West

54 Streetlife Chinese New Year

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

32 OAKDENE, LIVERPOOL L4

SHEILA RENSHAW proprietor at Priory Property Services VIEW NOW 0151 260 0300

How much? £92,000 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Liverpool city centre and attractions Benefits from DG, CH and well located for schools, shops and public transport Best feature A well presented kitchen and spacious lounge Agent’s view “This is a well maintained family home, comprising of three bedrooms, a through lounge, fitted kitchen, alarm system and rear yard.

Situated in an ideal location for shops, schools and pubic transport, which is very close to Liverpool city centre and attractions. Viewing by appointment only.”

NEWARK CLOSE, OFF KNOWSLEY LANE L36

HELEN GOODWIN sales negotiator at Andrew Louis VIEW NOW 0151 292 8880

How much? £149,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Major transportation links, motorways with easy access to Liverpool city centre and Manchester Benefits from Great living space, master with an en-suite, large family bathroom, garden, gas central heating, top quality modern fitted kitchen Best feature Gorgeous living space, numerous fantastic features, quality finishes Agent’s view “This house is not to be missed, fantastic location, living room with conservatory, en-suite, downstairs cloakroom/wc, family bathroom. Externally there are gardens to the front and rear of the property with block paved driveway leading to integral garage”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE HILLFOOT AVE, HUNTS CROSS L25

NIKKI WHITE sales negotiator at Acumen Estates VIEW NOW 0151 228 4447

How much? £295,000 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Local transports links, Hunts Cross shopping centre, John Lennon Airport and motorway network Benefits from Complete refurbishment, luxury kitchen, utility room, stylish bathrooms, two reception rooms, mature gardens Best feature Large kitchen, rear extension to lounge with French doors leading onto decked patio area Agent’s view “This property is a well presented detached family home, which has been refurbished to high standard, the property benefits from rewire, new central heating, off road parking.

Viewing is a must to appreciate the size and standard of accommodation on offer”

150 QUEBEC QUAY, LIVERPOOL L3

PHIL LAWTON director at Sutton Kersh VIEW NOW 0151 236 2332

How much? £219,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to The marina, waterfront, Albert Dock and Kings Dock Arena Benefits from Stunning views of the river, marina and city including both cathedrals. Secure residents and visitors parking Best feature The prestigious waterfront location Agent’s view “Quebec Quay is one of the most sought after developments on the waterfront and this spacious third floor apartment is one of the larger styles with impressive river, marina and city views. I recommend that you take a look but be prepared to be swept off your feet and have your cheque book ready to pay your valuation fee!”

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Lettings 0151 330 5321

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Belvidere Road, Aigburth

Kings Dock Mill, City Centre

Croxteth Road, Sefton Park

Renaissance Quarter, City Centre

Ince Avenue, Anfield

• 1 Bed apartments • City centre location • Show apartment finish • Fully furnished

• 1/2 Bed stunning unfurnished apartments • Carpeted throughout • Large accommodation • Viewing is a must

EW N

EW N

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

• 1 & 2 Bed unfurnished Apartments • Superb Location • High standard fixtures and fittings • Spacious accommodation

• 3 Bed furnished house • Spacious accommodation • On street parking • Viewing is a must

£375pcm

From £495pcm

From £500pcm

From £525pcm

£525pcm

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

Oak Terrace, Kensington

Arkles Road, Anfield

The Reach, City Centre

Focus Building, City Centre EW

N

• 1 / 2 Bed Furnsished / Unfurn apartments • City Centre Location • Secure Allocated parking on request • Viewing a Must

• 2 Bed apartments • Furnished or unfurnished • High spec finish • Underfloor heating

• 3 Bed unfurnished end of terrace house • Fully refurbished • Spacious accommodation • Viewing is a must

• 1 / 2 Bedroom Apartments • Popular Development • Furnished or Furnished • Viewing is a Must

• 2 Bed apartment • Furnished • City centre location • Spacious accommodation

From £550pcm

From £550pcm

£575pcm

From £575pcm

£575pcm

Elysian Fields, City Centre

Armstrong Quay, Docklands

Manhattan Place, City Centre

Hampstead Road, Fairfield

Elysian Fields, City Centre

• 2 Bed unfurnished apartment • Secure allocated parking available • Spacious corner unit • Popular development

£595pcm

• 3/4 Bed furnished house • Finished to a high standard • Spacious living area • Excellent residential location

£650pcm

View 146, Everton

Clear Water Close, Kensington

South Ferry Quay, Docklands

• Very attractive 2 bed apartment • Double glazing • Parking • Fantastic location

EW E N RIC P

EW

• Three Bedrooms • Terraced house • Two car driveway • Rear garden

Waterloo Warehouse, Docklands

EW E N RIC P

N

EW • 12th floor 2 bedroom apartment • Secure allocated parking • Resident gymnasium • Site manager

From £1600pcm

Sales 0151 330 5333

N

EW E N RIC P

• 3 Double bedroom terrace • Fitted kitchen & bathroom • Close to local amenities • Viewing recommended

• 2 Bed Luxury Duplex Apartment • Secure allocated parking • High standard living • Excellent location

£725pcm

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Globe Street, City centre

EW

From £575pcm

N

• 2 Bed furnished apartment • Parking available • Picturesque views • Viewing is a must

EW

EW

N

N

• 1 and 2 Bed furnished apartments • Popular development • Secure allocated parking available • Viewing essential

• Luxury 1 bed apartment • First floor • Parking • Viewing recommended

£68,995

£69,950 offers invited

£99,950

£115,000

£114,950

The Reach, City Centre

Circle 109, City Centre

X Building

South Avenue, Prescot

City Quay, Docklands EW E N RIC P

£124,500

EW

EW

£119,950

• 2 Bedroom apartment • Lounge/ dining area • Fitted kitchen • Balcony with great views

N

EW E N RIC P

N • Two bedroom apartment • Timber decked balcony • Close to local amenities and University • Secure allocated parking

• 2 bedroom apartment • Very Large terrace • En suite to master bedroom • Underground allocated parking space

£124,950

• Beautiful 4 bedroom terrace • Fitted kitchen • Large back garden • Driveway for off road parking

£139,950

andrewlouis.co.uk

• 3 Bed duplex penthouse apartment • En-suite shower room • Family bathroom • Balcony

£169,950

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DEAL OF THE MONTH

ONE PARK WEST Grosvenor are pleased to present this TWO bedroom 13th floor apartment as Februarys Deal Of The Month.

Comprising open plan living, dining and kitchen area, two double bedrooms, master with en-suite, separate bathroom and uninterrupted views over the Docks and the River Mersey.

As Deal Of The Month, you can have this amazing apartment for only £198,950. A saving of £19,950! Be the one to secure this amazing deal. £198,950

ST PAULS SQUARE Shared Equity Scheme! Corner apartment situated on the fourth floor of this popular development in the Business District.

Open plan living and kitchen area with integrated appliances, two double bedrooms and two contemporary bathrooms. To the lounge and master bedroom there are floor-to-ceiling glass doors which open to balconies. Parking is also available at additional cost. Available as shared equity for a price of £119,960 £149,950

MOUNT STREET Beautifully presented period townhouse in the Georgian Quarter. Briefly comprises: Entrance hall, kitchen/dining room, living room, three bedrooms, master en suite and family bathroom. On the lower ground level there is another open plan living/dining area, kitchen area, double bedroom and shower. This would provide ideal accommodation for dependant relatives or teenagers. Outside there is an enclosed courtyard garden with mature planting £475,000

ONE PARK WEST King Sturge are pleased to present this TWO bedroom 8th floor apartment.

Comprising open plan living, dining and kitchen area, two double bedrooms, master with en-suite and separate bathroom.

Viewing a must to appreciate everything the property has to offer.

BEDFORD STREET 50% shared ownership. King Sturge are delighted to offer a well presented shared ownership apartment.

This second floor apartment comprises one double bedroom, living and dining area, separate kitchen and bathroom.

The apartment is situated in the heart of the Georgian Quarter & offers views towards the Cathedral.

Ideal first time buy. Viewing highly recommended. £54,950

ONE PARK WEST Brand new one bedroom apartment situated on the 12th floor and offering fantastic views of the City and Liverpool One. Comprising an open-plan living, dining and kitchen area, one bedroom and bathroom.

The apartment is offered furnished and includes secure allocated parking.

Viewing recommended to appreciate.

KINGS DOCK MILL Well presented BRAND NEW apartment Situated close to Liverpool One and public transport links.

Briefly comprising two double bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, bathroom & balcony. The apartment is offered furnished & available immediately.

£675pcm

ARGYLE COURT Accommodation comprises an open-plan lounge, kitchen and dining area, two bedrooms (master with en-suite), and a bathroom.

The property is offered part furnished and benefits from secure parking.

Immediately end of November.

£184,800

£700pcm

£750pcm

BOLD PLACE Well presented, period townhouse in the Georgian Quarter, overlooking St Lukes Church. The four storey property comprises basement-level kitchen and dining room, two reception rooms, four double bedrooms, the master benefiting from statement roll-top bath, and two additional shower rooms.

Sash windows, fireplaces and decorative cornicing. To the rear of the house is a private paved courtyard with mature shrubs.

Residents parking permits are available for on-street parking. £475,000

STATEN COURT Duplex two bedroom furnished apartment situated in the city centre.

Briefly comprising lounge, separate kitchen diner with integrated appliances, two bedrooms, the master benefiting from en-suite and bathroom. The property benefits from a secure underground parking space and two large balconies offering views over the city and the River Mersey. Available immediately NOT SUITABLE FOR SHARES. £775pcm

ABILITY PENTHOUSES King Sturge are delighted to offer this brand new spacious TWO DOUBLE bedroom apartment in the prestigious Ability Penthouses development. Located above the Hilton the apartment has full access to the hotels gym & leisure facilities. Completed to a high specification the apartment is also offered furnished with views towards the city & the docks. £875pcm

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Eden Square

Alexandra Court

Victoria Building

The Sidings

Lisbon Building

Fantastic Two Bed, Charming & Full Of Character Excellent Location

Two Bedrooms Duplex Penthouse Two Stunning Terraces

Well Presented Two Bed Top Floor Secure Allocated Parking

One bed studio style fully furnished central location

Two bed fully furnished secure parking

Two bed fully furnished great central location

£239,950

£244,950

£117,950

£475pcm

£500pcm

£525pcm

Eden Square

Pall Mall

Alexandra Drive

Sovereign Chambers

The Symphony

NEW

REDUCED

Westminster Chambers NEW

Two Bedrooms Large Terrace Amazing Views

Two Bedrooms New Kitchen Secure Parking

Stunning Three Bedroom Duplex, Immaculate Presentation

Two bed, fully furnished two doubles allocated parking

Two bed fully furnished one double/one single

One bed fully furnished secure parking

£179,950

£139,950

£169,950

£575pcm

£600pcm

£600pcm

The Reach

Central Gardens

Commutation Plaza

City Quay

Moss Street

Westminster Chambers

Two Bedroom 4th Floor Secure Allocated Parking

One Bedroom Realisticly Priced Popular Location

75% Shared Ownership Exceptionally Spacious Amazing Views, Parking

Two bed fully furnished allocated parking

Two bed fully furnished spacious apartment

Two bed, duplex style fully furnished great location

£119,950

£84,950

£94,950

£625pcm

£625pcm

£650pcm

Sovereign Chambers

Beetham Plaza

Hatton Gardens

Armstrong Quay

Eden Square

Quebec Quay

Two Bedrooms Great Location Excellent Price

Two Double Bedrooms Large Living Area 24/7 Conceirge, Parking

One Bedroom Popular Development Secure Parking

Two bed, fully furnished balcony with river views allocated parking

Two bed fully furnished, balcony secure parking

Two bed fully furnished secure allocated parking

£110,000

£155,000

£102,500

£700pcm

£725pcm

£725pcm

London Road

Waterloo Warehouse

Moss Street

Argyle Street

The Albany

South Ferry Quay

Ideal Investment Well Presented One Bed Convenient Location

Two Double Bedrooms, New Kitchens & Bathrooms, Secure Parking

Selection Of Two Bedroom Apartments Brand New Build

Two bed, fully furnished great central location secure parking

Selection of two beds fully furnished secure parking

Two bed penthouse fully furnished marina views, parking

£74,950

£230,000

From £101,950

£750pcm

£750pcm

£900pcm

NEW

81/87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG 0151 231 6100 sales@cityresidential.co.uk • lettings@cityresidential.co.uk 10 Your Move

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WATERLOO WAREHOUSE

HATTON GARDEN

• Duplex Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Split Level Lounge/Dining • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom/WC • En-Suite Shower Room

• First Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom/Wc En-Suite • Shower Room/WC

£189,905

£144,950

ARMSTRONG QUAY

QUEBEC QUAY

• First floor apartment • Two bedrooms • Lounge/dining room • Fitted kitchen • Bathroom/wc, en suite • GCH, DG, secure car space

£169,950

ST ANDREW STREET

BURLINGTON STREET

LOCKFIELDS VIEW

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

• Two bedrooms • Mid town house • Excellent first home • Secure Car Space • Inspection Recommended • No Chain

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

£110,000

£92,500

£88,500

THE REACH

THE GATEWAY

BRUNSWICK

• Second Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Contemporary Bathroom • Upvc Double Glazing

• First Floor Apartment • One Bedroom • Open Plan Living Area • Fitted Kitchen • Bathroom/WC • Balcony Rail

• Duplex Penthouse • Two Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen • Shower Room/WC • Feature Timber Flooring • Roof Terrace

£125,000

£67,950

£225,000

NEW PRICE

View from apartment • Second Floor Apartment • Lounge/Dining Room • Two Bedrooms • Modern Fitted Kitchen • DG, Bathroom/WC • Allocated Parking Space

£123,000

NEW

NEW PRICE

NEW PRICE

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

KINGS DOCK MILL, L1

CABLE YARD, L2

CITY GATE, L1

THE REACH, L3

PALL MALL, L3

• 1 and 2 Bedrooms • Apartments • Furnished • Double Glazing

• 1 bedroom • Furnished • Communal Courtyard • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Resident Parking

• 2 bedrooms • Selection of Apartments • Unfurnished or furnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Parking available

• 2 Bedrooms • 3rd Floor • Apartment • Furnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating

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

From £525pcm

£525pcm

From £600pcm

£575pcm

£650pcm

QUEENS DRIVE, L4

TILSTON ROAD, L9

PENNSYLVANIA RD, L13

ROCKY LANE, L16

CHERRYWOOD AVE, L26

• 3 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Garden

• 2 Bedrooms • Semi-Detached • Furnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Driveway

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

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

• 5 Bedrooms • Detached House • Flexi Furnishings • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens

£595pcm

£550pcm

£550pcm

£650pcm

£1250pcm

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PRIORY Property Services INDEPENDENT ESTATE AGENTS

Competitive fixed sale fee • Quality of service second to none • Established for 16 years • Commitment to customer care

T: 0151 260 0300 F: 0151 263 0646 E: enquiries@priorypropertyservices.com www.priorypropertyservices.com Alscot Ave, L10

£205,000

October Drive

£154,950

Anfield Road, L4

£130,000

Birkdale Close, L6

£129,950

Darmonds Green Ave, L6

£119,950

Detached property, 5 bedrooms, en-suite in master, through lounge, extension room

Through lounge, fitted kitchen, Three beds, DG,CH, downstairs wc, garage, gardens, alarmed

Unusual three bedroom large family home, CH, DG, through lounge, bathroom, rear yard

Bungalow, 2 bedrooms, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom, consevatory, CH, DG, alarm

Bungalow, two bedrooms, reception room, conservatory, DG, CH, gardens.

Utting Ave, L4

Sandyville Road, L4

Abingdon Road, L4

Townsend Ave, L11

Stanley Pk Ave Sth, L4

£118,950

£115,000

£114,950

£112,000

£99,950

Townhouse, three bedrooms, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, DG, CH, rear garden

Three bedroom end semi, lounge, dining room, kitchen, hallway with storage cupbaord

Terrace, three bedrooms, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom ,CH, DG, alarmed, gardens

Semi-detached, four bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, DG, part CH, garage

Terrace, three bedrooms, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom ,CH, part DG, rear yard

Kingsland Cr, L11

Oakdene Road, L4

Utting Ave, L4

Finchley Road, L4

Aryshire Road, L4

£99,950

£92,950

Terrace, three bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, DG, CH, gardens

Terrace, three bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, CH, DG, rear yard.

Denebank Road, L4

Espin Street, L4

£83,950

£51,950

Terrace, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, fitted kitchen, bathroom, CH, DG, rear yard

Vendor will consider reasonable offer, two bedrooms, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom, DG

£90,000

Three bed mid terrace, CH, part DG, kitchen, yard to rear. Ideal family home.

£88,950

Terrace, three bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, DG, CH, rear yard

£86,950

Two bedroom garden property, DG, GCH, through lounge, kitchen, rear garden

Landlords Urgently Required

Due to the high demand for rental properties Telephone: 0151 260 0300

VISIT US TODAY AT OUR OFFICE: 70 Priory Road, Anfield, Liverpool L4 2RZ

267 Breck Road, Anfield, Liverpool L5 6PT Tel 0151 264 7363 Fax 0151 263 4719 86 County Road, Walton, Liverpool L4 3QN Tel 0151 286 4515 Fax 0151 286 4523 www.paulcrowley.co.uk

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North Quay ÂŁ295,000

Quebec Quay ÂŁ175,000

Waterside ÂŁ137,500

South Ferry Quay Reduced To ÂŁ135,000

• Four Bedroom Penthouse • Two secure parking spaces • Terrace and Balcony • Overlooking River Mersey • Two stylish bathrooms • 24 hour Concierge service

• Ground floor apartment • Own quayside entrance • Three double bedrooms • En-suite shower room • Spacious Lounge/Dining room • Modern fitted Kitchen

• Third floor apartment • Two bedrooms and en-suite • Lift to all floors • Lounge with Juliet balcony • Views of River Mersey & Marina • Secure car parking

• Superb 6th floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Lounge/dining area/fitted kitchen • Stylish bathroom and en-suite • Stunning river views • Lift to all floors

• Two bedroom second floor apart • Views across Gardens and River • Tastefully presented throughout • Modern fitted kitchen • GCH, DG • Highly recommended

Pall Mall ÂŁ130,000

Pall Mall ÂŁ125,000

Princes Gardens ÂŁ115,000

The Reach Reduced To ÂŁ115,000

Alexander Court Reduced To ÂŁ115,000

• Spacious second floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Stylish Bathroom • Open plan Lounge/dining area • Balcony off lounge • DG, Electric heating system

• Third Floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Open plan lounge & kitchen • Integrated appliances • Stylish bathroom • Viewing essential

• Ground floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Secure allocated parking space • Attractive communal gardens • Modern fitted kitchen • Stylish bathroom

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

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Tancred Road ÂŁ109,950

Mono Building ÂŁ98,950

Victoria Street ÂŁ84,950

Mark Street Reduced To ÂŁ79,950

The Paddocks ÂŁ72,950

• Four bedroom end of terrace • Laid over three floors • Two reception rooms • Modern fitted Breakfast Kitchen • Family Bathroom and En-suite • DG, GCH, No Chain

• Second floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Open plan Lounge/fitted Kitchen • Juliet balcony • Stylish bathroom with white suite • DG, Electric Heating, No Chain

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Tel: 0151 702 9090 Fax: 0151 702 9091 Email: admin@gplettings.co.uk Malmaison Apartments L3

Ellerman Road L3

Cheltenham Crescent L36

Ellerman Road L3

From £850 to £950pcm

£850pcm

£850pcm

£675pcm

Spectacular views Two double bedrooms Contemporary kitchen & bathrooms Large terrace

Duplex apartment Three bedrooms Fully furnished Two sun terraces

Detached bungalow Three bedrooms Furnished High specification

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Collegiate L6

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£650pcm

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£625pcm

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Alderman Road L24

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

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

Litherland Park, Litherland

Orrell Lane, Orrell Park

Hawthorne Road, Bootle

School Lane, Litherland

Ridgewell Close, Litherland

Barberry Cres, Netherton

£259,950

£239,950 OIRO

£193,950

£179,950

£169,950

£159,950 OIRO

Detached Bungalow, Extensive Gardens, Three Bedrooms, Four Car Drive/Large Garage, Lounge, Cloaks/Utility

Three Storey Semi, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Five Bedrooms, Bathroom, Two Reception Rooms, Cellars/Utility/Cloaks,

Three Storey Semi, Shower Room/Utility, Six Bedrooms, Spacious Bathroom, DG & GCH, Kitchen/Diner

Three Bed Semi Detached, DG & GCH, Two Reception Rooms, Slate Driveway, Kitchen /Diner, Gardens

Three Bed Detached, Modern Kitchen, Two Receptions, Bathroom, DG & GCH, Drive, Cloakroom/En Suite, Gardens

Three Bed Detached, Two Car Drive, DG & GCH, Garden Areas, Conservatory/Cloakroom, Fully Modernised

Waddicar Lane, Melling

Ashbourne Ave, Netherton

Marina Avenue, Litherland

Hythe Avenue, Litherland

Worcester Road, Bootle

Bridge Lane, Netherton

£154,950

£142,950

£139,950 Offers

£137,950

£129,950

£119,950 OIRO

Sunbed Shop, Modernised, Fully Equipped, Garage, Loyal Staff/Customers, Tenanted, Two Bed Apartment

Semi Detached, Kitchen/Diner, Three Bedrooms, Modern Shower Room, Two Reception Rooms, Drive/Garage, DG

Three Bed Semi, Utility, Two Receptions, Garage/Drive, Kitchen/Diner, Front & Side Gardens, DG & GCH

Three Bed Town House, D/S Bathroom, Plus Box Room, Gardens, DG & GCH, Kitchen/Diner, No Chain

Three Storey Terrace, Kitchen/ Diner, Five Bedrooms, Modern Bathroom, Three Receptions, Cellars, DG & GCH, No Chain

Semi Detached, Part GCH, Three Bedrooms, Driveway, Two Reception Rooms, 65ft Garden, DG, No Chain

Edgar Court, Litherland

Glenbank Close, Walton

Finborough Road, Walton

Claremont Road, Seaforth

Trent Way, Litherland

Margaret Avenue, Bootle

£117,950

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£114,950

£114,950 OIRO

£111,950

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Semi Detached, Modernised, Three Bedrooms, Driveway & Parking, DG & GCH, Feature Gardens, Garage/Study

Two Bed Mid Town House, Two Car Drive, DG & GCH, 50ft Rear Garden, Kitchen/ Diner, Tasteful Décor

Three Bedroom Semi, Gardens, DG & GCH, Fully Modernised, Modern Kitchen/Diner, Tasteful Decor, Bathroom, No Chain

Semi Detached, Bathroom, Three Bedrooms, Drive/ Garage, Two Reception Rooms, Gardens, DG & GCH

Mid Town House, Modern Bathroom, Two Bedrooms, Two Car Drive, DG & GCH, Garden to Rear, Kitchen/Diner

Semi Detached, Bathroom, Three Bedrooms, Driveway, Double Glazing, Front & Rear Gardens, GCH, No Chain

Pattens Close, Sefton

Palmerston Dr, Litherland

Lathom Road, Bootle

Tarbrock Court, Sefton

Keene Court, Netherton

Astor Street, Walton

£99,950

£96,950

£84,950

£79,950

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End Town House, Bathroom, Three Bedrooms, Cloakroom, DG & GCH, Tasteful Decor, Kitchen/Diner, Gardens

Mid Town House, Kitchen, Three Double Bedrooms, Bathroom, DG, GCH, Garage, Front & Rear Gardens

Mid Terrace, GCH, Three Bedrooms, Modern Kitchen, Two Reception Rooms, Bathroom, DG, Courtyard

End Town House, Part Modernised, Three Bedrooms, Rear Garden, DG, Communal Parking & Lawn

3 Bed Mid Town House, Bathroom, DG & GCH, Gardens, Utility/Study Area, Parking Areas, No chain

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Halidon Court, Bootle

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Trinity Road, Bootle

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£64,950

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Ground Floor Apartment, Kitchen, Two Bedrooms, Communal Gardens & Parking, DG, Economy 7 Heating

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Mid Terrace, GCH, DG, Two Bedrooms, Kitchen, Two Reception Rooms, Modern Bathroom, No Chain

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Ground Floor Flat, Two Bedrooms, Modernisation Required, Communal Parking & Gardens, DG

for your free valuation phone 0151 933 7077 today

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1ST FLOOR / 158 LIVERPOOL ROAD NORTH LIVERPOOL / L31 2HP T:0151 531 9329 | F:0151 520 2786 E:info@amazonmanagementservices.co.uk W:amazonmanagementservices.co.uk

ASTOR STREET, WALTON

SEAFIELD ROAD, ORRELL PARK

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£850PCM

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PARKFIELD ROAD, L17 OLNEY STREET, WALTON

semi detached house in sought after location, 3 bed house in popular location of Walton, GCH, opportunity3 bed 1 bedroom refurbished flat near to Sefton Park area, Excellent to rent a desirable close to train station, the property consists of lounge, laminate flooring, kitchen with oven & hob, bathroom Sought after location, excellent Closelounge, to all amenities large kitchen diner, bathroom and withtransport shower, 1 bedroom apartmentmodern close to all with oven &Fully refurbished 2 bedroom house, kitchen hob, yard to rear, DG, with ensuite shower, to through lounge, yard to rear, alarmed. hroughout, master links large fullyoff 1 bedroom self GCH, DG, Intercom entrance, road parking. amenities, fitted kitchen with oven & GCH, family bathroom with shower.

Dep/Ref close to all amenities and transport Dep/Ref required. kitchen bedroom, fully intergrated contained flat, modern kitchen with Dep/Ref required. required.secure hob, bathroom with shower, links, blinds on windows, laminate with fitted appliances, secure gated oven & hob, bathroom with electric intercom entrance, off road parking, flooring, modern kitchen with oven & parking, large balcony decked area, shower, laminate flooring throughout, patio doors leading to communal hob, bathroom with shower, yard to £475 PCM £525 PCM £450 on PCM family bathroom, 2 double bedrooms, fitted blinds windows, fitted garden, viewing highly recommended, rear, DG, GCH, DSS considered excellent view of River Mersey, no DSS wardrobes in bedroom, DSS considered no DSS

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We would welcome the ORLANDO STREET, L20 ARCHBROOK MEWS, OLD SWAN opportunity to market your property for you. Please ring 3 storey 3 bedroom property in popular area of Old 2 bed terraced house close to Hugh Baird College in BEDFORD ROAD, DG,GCH, WALTON LAUREL ROAD, KENSINGTON ASHDALE ROAD, L9Swan, Fully integrated SANDWAY CRESCENT, L11 kitchen with patio door leading quiet cul-de-sac. alarmed, laminate flooring, us for a free no obligation to court yard, lounge with patio windows, bathroom kitchen, bathroom with shower, yard to rear. Dep/Ref with shower, garage and off road parking. DG, GCH. discussion4 of your required.

Fully refurbished 2 bedroom self bedroom house in popular area 3 bedroom terraced house, DG, GCH, Dep/Ref required. double bedroom, modern kitchen contained flats, laminate flooring, requirements. close to all public transport links, 2 front driveway, fitted wardrobes in

with oven & hob, bathroom£450 with PCM hower, laminate flooring, blinds on windows, DSS considered

modern kitchen with oven & hob, bathroom with shower, blinds on windows, recently refurbished, DSS considered

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HARRINGTON CHAMBERS, L3 2 bedroom part furnished apartment in popular area of Liverpool City Centre, kitchen with appliances, DG, 2 double bedrooms, CALGARTH ROAD,secure L36intercom system, SUNBURY bathroom with shower. Dep/Ref required.

3 bedroom terraced house, £580PCM front & back gardens, alarmed, DG, GCH, close to all amenities and excellent transport links, DSS considered

large reception rooms, modern kitchen with separate dining room, gch, bathroom with shower, large yard to rear, no DSS

master bedroom, blinds on windows, £700with PCM bathroom shower cubicle, large modern kitchen with oven & hob, garden to rear, DSS considered

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1 bedroom self contained flat, close to Walton Church, 2 bedroom self contained refurbished flat in popular DG, GCH, laminate flooring, kitchen with oven & hob, location, GCH, DG, modern kitchen, bathroom with bathroom with shower, secure intercom system.

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3 bedroom terraced house in popular bedroom semi detached house, location, modern kitchen with oven &£368.333PCM modern kitchen with oven & hob, hob, 2 reception rooms, separate bathroom with shower, 2 reception bathroom/toilet, GCH, DG, the house rooms, gardens, blinds on windows, has been refurbished to a very high DG, GCH, no DSS standard, no DSS

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• 2 bedroom apartment • Third floor, GCH • Allocated parking

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£625pcm

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L18

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• 2 bedroom apartment • Communal gardens • Close to local amenities

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£550pcm

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• • • • • • • • • 2 bedroom apartment • En-suite to master • Garage and parking space

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• 2 bedroom ground floor apart • Newly refurbished • Electric heating, secure entry

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£525pcm

L19

£795pcm

• Ground floor apartment • 2 bedrooms • Recently refurbished £595pcm

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• 2 bedroom terrace • Lounge/diner, GCH • DG, yard not overlooked

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£400pcm

Luxury cottage 2 bedrooms Ensuite to master Central heating Fully Double glazed Close to amenities Off road parking Excellent location

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• 2 bedroom terrace • Newly decorated • GCH, laminate flooring

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The Old Fire Station

• 2 bedroom apartment • Fully furnished • Ensuite bathroom

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£595pcm

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• Large two bedroom terrace • Fitted kitchen • GCH, DG

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£350pcm

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Call us Now on: 0844 879 7911 Office Hours: 7 days a week, 365 days a year Website: www.acornpropertygroup.com Email: info@acornpropertygroup.com Selection of properties available to let in February 2011 Elysian Fields L1

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2 Bed apartment

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2 Bed apartment

2 Bed terrace

£950pcm

£650pcm

£625pcm

£500pcm

£395pcm

Selection of properties already let in February 2011 Springhill Court L15

Elysian Fields L1

Sovereign Chambers L2

Hans Road L6

East Albert Road, L17

3 Bed apartment

2 bed apartment

1 bed apartment

2 Bed terrace

Studio apartment

£750pcm

£750pcm

£495pcm

£425pcm

£325pcm

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OUR LET ONLY SERVICE IS THE MOST EFFICIENT, COMPREHENSIVE AND COST EFFECTIVE ON THE MARKET. IT INCLUDES EXTENSIVE ADVERTISING, DETAILED REFERENCING, CREDIT CHECKING AND DOCUMENT COLLATION ON ALL PARTIES (TENANT & GUARANTOR), A FULL INVENTORY OF THE PROPERTY, SIGN UP OF THE TENANTS AT THE PROPERTY ITSELF, NOTIFYING UTILITY COMPANIES AND LOCAL COUNCIL. WE ALSO DISCUSS THE APPLICATION WITH YOU TO ENSURE THAT YOU ARE HAPPY TO PROCEED AND ARE HAPPY WE HAVE FOUND THE RIGHT TENANT FOR YOU AT THE RIGHT PRICE. WE ARE LETTING PROPERTIES QUICKLY AND URGENTLY REQUIRE MORE PROPERTIES TO LET IN MOST AREAS. DON’T LET ANYMORE TIME PASS BY AND INCUR MORE EXPENSE FROM YOUR VACANT PROPERTY. CHALLENGE US TO LET YOUR PROPERTY TO GOOD, QUALIFIED TENANTS. WITH NO UPFRONT COSTS, NO EXCLUSIVE CONTRACT, NO HIDDEN CHARGES, WHAT DO YOU HAVE TO LOSE? LET ONLY SERVICE. NO LET, NO FEE, SIMPLE. CALL WESLEY PRESTON ON 07769 250149 OR DAVID DUNNE ON 07500 660712 FOR FURTHER DETAILS OR TO DISCUSS ANY OTHER PROPERTY REQUIREMENT YOU MAY HAVE. FULL MANAGEMENT SERVICE We also offer a truly bespoke full management service: Fee Negotiable No Set up fees. No other fees such as commission on arranging repairs or tenancy renewals. Regular documented inspection reports and detailed monthly landlord statements. Rent paid to you within 48 hours of receipt from your tenant. You are treated as a valued client and we are always contactable.

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Cuddly Bears www.cuddly-bears.com

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L3

£725pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom apartment in Alexandra Tower, Located on the banks of the River Mersey, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Floor to ceiling windows with views of the River & Docks, 2 double bedrooms

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L3

£850pcm

Luxury 2 bedroom duplex apartment on Waterloo Quay, in a grade II listed building, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Views across the docks, Fitted kitchen, Double bedrooms, 2 parking spaces

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L1

£575pcm

1 bedroom apartment, Popular location on the Marina, Close to City Centre, fully furnished, fitted kitchen, private parking

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L3

£650pcm

£750pcm

Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, Fully furnished to a high standard throughout, 2 double bedrooms, Balcony, Fully fitted kitchen, Excellent Central location off Duke Stree, Secure parking

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L3

Spacious 2 bedroom apartment in City Quay, Furnished to a high standard, Set within landscaped ground, 2 double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen, Secure parking

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£650pcm

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L8

£550pcm

Modern 2 bed apartment, Popular development just off Upper Parliament, Conveniently located for the City Centre, Furnished to a high standard, 2 double bedrooms, Bathroom, Open plan fitted kitchen & living room

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£650pcm

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Good Moves!

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Higher Road, L25

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Spacious, four bedroom family semi, GCH, DG, conservatory, Three receptions, fitted kitchen, Bathroom, Ensuite shower, gardens, driveway,

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Three bedroom semi, GCH, DG Through lounge, fitted kitchen diner, conservatory, Gardens, driveway, garage, Great opportunity potential.

Three bedroom semi detached, GCH, DG, needs some updating, Fitted kitchen, two receptions, Gardens, drive, garage, no chain REDUCED

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Rosslyn Street, L17

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CASHBACK AVAILABLE, SUBJECT TO OFFER! Three bed refurbished terrace, GCH, DG, laminate flooring, New kitchen

£139,950 Reduced FOR SALE Hillingden Avenue, L26

Three bed end town house on large corner plot, Refurbished with new bathroom and kitchen with appliances Through lounge, conservatory, GCH,

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Four bedroom extended town house, loft room, two receptions, GCH, DG, ground floor annexe, Mediterranean influenced garden, Must be seen

£139,950 Reduced FOR SALE Davenham Court, L15

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Rathmore Avenue , L18

Strathcona Road, L15

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

MALMAISON APARTMENTS, WILLIAM JESSOP WAY L3

SANDRA DAVIES lettings manager at Guardian Property Lettings Ltd VIEW NOW 0151 702 9090

How much? £950 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Liver Buildings and Pier Head, Business District and Liverpool One Benefits from Large balcony, two double bedrooms, stylish contemporary kitchen and two bathrooms furnished to high specification Best feature Spectacular views of river and cityscape from terrace Agent’s view “Guardian is delighted to offer for rent a truly spectacular waterfront apartment, boasting unrivalled views of the River Mersey, Liver Buildings and the vibrant city centre. This stylish property is located above the prestigious Malmaison Hotel just moments away from all that is on offer from the nearby city centre and Docklands district.”

ARGYLE COURT, ARGYLE STREET L1

SEAN MARSHALL property manager at Marshallets VIEW NOW 0151 427 1986

How much? £700 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Liverpool One, shops, bars and restaurants, two minute walk from the Albert dock Benefits from Stunning views, large living area and a secure underground parking space Best feature The perfect city centre location Agent’s view “This is a modern city centre apartment, fully furnished to a high standard and specification throughout. The master bedroom benefits from an en-suite and there is a large second bathroom.

The kitchen/lounge area is spacious with amazing views. The development benefits from 24 hour security and a secure intercom system.

This apartment is available for rent with an underground parking space.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT ALEXANDRA TOWER, PRINCES DOCK L3

LINDSEY SANDERS lettings coordinator at Cuddly Bears VIEW NOW 0151 706 8038

How much? £1,600 pcm Number of bedrooms Three Close to Located on the banks of the River Mersey close to the city centre Benefits from Spectacular views & two secure parking spaces Best feature Floor to ceiling windows & roof terrace offering unparalleled views of the river and docks Agent’s view “Cuddly bears are delighted to offer this luxury three bed penthouse on the 25th floor of Alexandra Tower; a magnificent residential tower situated on the banks of the River Mersey.

The duplex apartment is finished to a high specification and furnished to a high standard throughout. Features include open plan living area, separate fitted kitchen, bathroom and ensuite. This apartment represents the height of city centre living.”

ELYSIAN FIELDS, COLQUITT STREET L1

CAROLINE BELL lettings negotiator at King Sturge VIEW NOW 0151 242 6490

How much? £875 pcm Number of bedrooms Two doubles Close to Elysian Fields is situated in the heart of the Ropewalks District and is only a short walk from Liverpool One Benefits from Open plan living area and kitchen, two double bedrooms, en suite and master bathroom. There is also a secure allocated parking space and a 24 hour concierge Best feature The balcony which benefits from Cathedral views Agent’s view “A stunning two bedroom apartment furnished to a very high standard.

Viewing is essential!”

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A new home means a clean fresh start. Your Move talks to the experts on how to de-clutter and get packed.

WORDS BY EMMA PINCH Be honest. Does the look and she says. “Some is important feel of your home in its natural but there’s a mountain of stuff, state tend more towards like junk mail and broken bits ransacked than relaxed? Well and bobs, that gets into your moving house provides the house and is just lost amongst ideal opportunity to finally get everything else. organised.

“By getting rid of the junk Relocation, if you think about you can enjoy those possessions it, is the only time in your life that really matter. And at the you come face to face with other end, when all you are every single item that you own. opening up and seeing are the It can be a daunting prospect. things that mean the most to As Lady Macbeth might you, it will be a joy to have put it, who would unpack.” have thought the The truth is, says old home to have Chrissy, people so much stuff in use only about it? half of what But Chrissy they own. The Halton, of rest they hang Knutsford-based onto ‘just in Innerspace case’ or ‘for Chrissy Halton Interior Design, sentimental and who as a member reasons’. of the Association of “People say they will Declutterers and Organisers, sort out as they unpack at the tackles household junk new house, but once they’ve mountains across the North moved in it’s too easy to fill up West, says taking stock can be a room or garage with items an invigorating experience. they will sort out ‘one day,’” “People have a tendency to says Chrissie. “Then you are think that their stuff defines left with the same issues as them, and they hang onto it,” before.”

The acid test of whether something is worth taking is whether you are prepared to pay good money to have it transported. Nine out of ten times people decide it’s not worth the expense, says Chrissy.

Decluttering takes effort, no two ways about it. The only solution is to take a deep breath and plunge in. Begin methodically in the least used places – and the easiest to declutter - like the loft, cellar, garage or shed, advises Chrissy.

Seeing those tasks accomplished spurs you on to tackle the more difficult living areas.

In each space she labels three bags or boxes ‘rubbish’, ‘charity’ and ‘to sell’.

At the end of a decluttering session she advises taking the bags out of the house to discourage moments of weakness.

The key to staying sufficiently ruthless is to keep a clear vision of your new life in your new home.

“Will you really use that bread maker that has been in

the cupboard for eight years?

Do you want to take up painting again?

“You should only keep something if it’s needed for practical reasons or is really beautiful,” says Chrissy.

But she concedes some items that are neither useful nor beautiful prove impossible to throw out. Dog-eared postcards, childhood toys and mum’s old teapots have a habit of following us from house to house.

To keep these to a strict minimum Chrissy suggests allocating one plastic storage ‘Memory Box’ to each person.

“This is a trick which works really well with children’s stuff, which can get out of control,” she says.

“Another way to keep the number of sentimental items down is to photograph them and create an album of the pictures. These are usually just as good as the actual items in triggering memories, and will take up a fraction of the space,” she adds.

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HOT TOPIC possessions that take up limitless space.

Many parents of grown-up offspring find their house has become a free storage facility for their childhood treasures.

Now is the time, Chrissy suggests, to invite the family over to sort through their own stuff.

She says: “Make it a fun afternoon where you share memories, but also be firm that nothing of theirs will be going with you – they can take what they want of theirs to their own homes now.”

It can be easy to become discouraged at the scale of the task.

Little and often is the answer.

Chrissy recommends working back from the date of the move and splitting the time into easily manageable chunks each week, allowing a room or space for each slot.

“Don’t let yourself be sidetracked – which is the most common mistake made at this time.” She says. “Focus

“Put the heaviest items in the bottom and the whole box generally tea chest sized shouldn’t weigh more than 15kilos.

READY FOR REMOVAL “A box is packed correctly Moving house is as much when you shake it and cannot about moving in as much as hear it make a tinging noise,” moving out. he adds.

For a smooth transition Mike Gardner, owner of Generally flat pack Liverpool-based furniture is not Gardners designed to be Removals, taken apart and recommends reassembled and labeling boxes some removal with an teams won’t inventory of take it, he says. exactly what Be warned, it is in it and never goes back Mike Gardner which room it is like brand new. destined for. Mark Check the removal up boxes that contain firm you use has liability fragile items. insurance and be realistic When his team pack up a about how much space you house they start with all the will need, so the correct sized most delicate items – which van can be used. take the longest to wrap and Finally, he says, be there pack. when the removal van turns “The strongest part of a up. “It’s obvious, but plate are the edges so stack important.” them upright,” he advises. on the area you are sorting at that time, and you won’t become overwhelmed.”

BULKY BOBS – This Liverpool City Council/social enterprise initiative offers free collections of up to five items at a time including white goods, mattresses and carpets.

Telephone 0151 233 3001 to book.

T Ring round removal companies for quotes.

Start decluttering/packing items from the loft and garage.

Notify utility companies about the day you are moving.

Make plans for who should look after the children/pets.

Start decluttering/packing from living spaces.

Make sure new address is given out.

Start cleaning.

WIRE-WIRRAL – A community organisation based in Birkenhead that sells ‘previously loved’ furniture to low income families. Tel 0151 638 6691 to arrange a free collection.

Defrost freezer and plan simple meals.

Pack a box of essential items you will need during and after the move.

Don’t forget to check outside the house for plants and other items you want to take.

Double check you have enough space booked with the removal company.

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION – The charity collects all kinds of household items to sell at BHF shops. They also do house clearances. Tel 0844 412 5000 for information.

FREECYCLE – This web exchange centre allows you to give unwanted items free to people in your area who want them. Recipient collects. Visit www.uk.freecycle.org for details.

SPEEDSELL – This website lets you instantly sell unwanted items for a modest sum.

Type in a description to get a price then post it off (free courier service for trades over £25).

Go to www.speedsell.co.uk for details.

SEFTON RE-USE – Collection of furniture and household goods for second hand sale.

Costs £5. Telephone 0151 203 2686 to book.

Innerspace Interior Design 07980 256646 Smart Storage 0800 458 9876 Gardners Removals 0777 2554278 The County Homesearch Company 01829 270160

Plan on spending the whole day with the removal firm.

Go through each room to ensure nothing is missed.

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NEWS

Hot off the press LIVERPOOL’S LATEST NEWS

Liverpool’s Big Society pull-out Following the fanfare of last year’s unveiling of the Big Society, David Cameron was dealt his first big blow after Liverpool withdrew from the vanguard.

The city council pulled its support claiming the Prime Minister’s cuts seriously undermined the ability of community organisations to improve the quality of life of residents. David Cameron’s pet project was unveiled in Liverpool last summer as one of four pilot areas.

In the sensational letter to Mr Cameron, council leader Joe Anderson wrote: “The government has failed to deliver a single change that we have requested, which has severely hampered many parts of our programme.” The letter said the loss of over £100million of Area Based Grants to Liverpool has put many organisations’ survival at risk.

Liverpool also faces a huge £141million reduction in council

spending over the next two years.

1,500 council workers are likely to be made redundant and up to 500 jobs will be lost in the voluntary sector.

Concluding the letter, Cllr Joe Anderson wrote: “How can the City Council support the Big Society and its aim to help communities do more for themselves when we will have to cut the lifeline to hundreds of these vital and worthwhile groups?”

David Cameron hit back at Prime Minister’s Questions by claiming that the move was “politically motivated”. He said: “The cuts will mean that, by 2013, Liverpool council will go back to the level of grant it received in 2009, so what we are seeing is politically motivated moves by Labour councils.”

The Big Society scheme helps community groups run post offices, libraries, transport services and shape housing projects.

Cllr Joe Anderson

LIVERPOOL’S FIRST 5-STAR HOSTEL A 5-star hostel is set to open in the heart of Liverpool’s Beatles quarter.

Budget hotel chain, Starboard Hotels, hopes to secure permission to open the luxury 240-bed hostel on the site of the former Wade Smith clothing store on Mathew Street.

Wade Smith, Matthew Street

Starboard Hotels currently operate Smart City Hostels in Edinburgh, a 5-star awardwinning hostel, which forms the catalyst for the new brand. The brand sits in the market place at the top end of the hostel sector alongside the standards offered in a budget hotel. Guests can stay from a single night and pay by the bed or by the room, enjoying all

ensuite facilities. Amenities include a licensed café bar, internet café and Wi-Fi throughout the building, travel desk (for trips and ticketing) and vending. The beds will be at hotel quality and made up for arrival, with all rooms cleaned daily.

Plans include bistro Bar 50, serving fuss-free gastro pub food.

If planning permission is granted the chain is looking to open in 2012, and are optimistic they will be classified as 5-star by Visit England.

The hotel chain includes the Holiday Inn and Days Inn brands, and are building the hostel brand to sit in between the budget hotel sector and hostel operations such as the YHA.

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Hot & Happening HOT PROPERTY NEWS IN LIVERPOOL

SUTTON KERSH CELEBRATES ARLA SUCCESS

Affordable Bungalow

Estate agent Sutton Kersh is celebrating after nine of its lettings negotiators were recently awarded the ARLA qualification.

ARLA, the Association of Residential Letting Agencies, is the professional and regulatory body for letting agents in the UK. Members are bound to strict codes of conduct that are classified as the minimum service standards expected in the industry. Those found to be in breach of these codes can be fined and in some cases excluded. Phil Lawton, director at Sutton Kersh commented: “The 100 per cent pass rate achieved by our lettings team in their ARLA examinations makes me very proud. It illustrates the high level of commitment that exists amongst the team and provides peace of mind to clients that they are dealing with recognised professionals that possess up-to-date knowledge of the marketplace.”

Woodlee Green interior

If you’re looking to move to a stylish new bungalow Lovell could hold the key to your dreams at its brand new development in East Liverpool.

The award-winning housebuilder has just launched The Poplars, a development of homes nestled between Gateacre and Childwall.

With a choice of five different designs available, priced from £125,950 to £128,950, it’s the ideal location for downsizers looking for

a low-maintenance new home or first time buyers who want an affordable property. The layout has been carefully planned to maximise the space and all homes include modern fitted kitchens and bathroom suites. A show home is now open at The Poplars to give visitors an idea of how the layouts could work for them. Elaine Taylor, regional sales manager for Lovell, said: “The bungalows at The Poplars are ideal for those who are looking for a more relaxed pace of

life in a peaceful community.

Nearby, there is a good choice of local shops, including the Belle Vale Shopping Centre, and great public transport links into Liverpool city centre. The Poplars is also within easy reach of the M62 and Liverpool Airport.”

For more information visit the Poplars, off Viennese Road, Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5pm, telephone 0151 487 8607 or visit www.lovell.co.uk/newhomes.

BLACKS’ CHARITABLE ARM Blacks Estate Agents has recently joined forces with non-profit company Sefton Re-Use. The estate agents will be helping the scheme by offering their clients a place where they can dispose of unwanted furniture. The donated furniture and household items are displayed for sale at one of Sefton Re-Use’s local showrooms where people who cannot afford to buy brand new, can purchase them.

Mike Black, director at Blacks 28 Your Move

Estate Agents, commented: “This is a fantastic scheme, which I jumped at the chance to help.

Having many vacant houses where vendors have furniture they no longer have any use for, it was easy to see how we could help.” The scheme is funded by the profits made from sale, which then creates jobs within the company and supports other social enterprises.

For more information on the scheme telephone Sefton Re-Use on 0151 203 2686.

Jeff Goldsmith, managing director of Sefton Re-Use and Mike Black, director at Blacks Estate Agents

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PROPERTY NEWS

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New City vision Home Buyers in Liverpool are being invited by New City Vision to a special weekend event where they can get a free wealth check on the state of their finances and on getting a mortgage.

The event at New City Vision’s Ellergreen development in L11 takes place on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 February when a host of financial experts will be on hand to offer free advice and consultations to home buyers. Ellergreen

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boasts a range of two, three and four bed mews, semidetached and detached properties, all with unique layouts with features such as French doors, contemporary kitchen designs, en-suites and private gardens. Prices start from £91,000 on the HomeBuy Direct scheme. For more information visit the Ellergreen marketing suite on Utting Avenue East, Liverpool, L11 5AB. It is open 10am - 5.30pm Thursday to Monday, telephone 0151 256 0900 or email sales@newcityvisionliverpool. co.uk

PROPERTY & CONSTRUCTION NETWORK

Ellergreen development

A new network for Knowsley bringing together businesses involved in the property and construction sectors has been launched.

The first event on 24 February, from 8am to 9.30am, will host Lisa Harris, service director for regeneration at KMBC, Mark Eaton, divisional supply chain manager at Balfour Beatty and Paul Munro, sales director at Balfour Beatty.

The event will be held at Civic Suites, Huyton, L36 9AD. For more information visit www.knowsleychamber.org/ events.php

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Venmore set for office move The Deck, Runcorn

On the ladder with Taylor Wimpey Taylor Wimpey is armed with a host of schemes designed to help buyers at their Speakman Gardens development in Prescot and The Deck in Runcorn.

The developments offer homes ranging from two-bedroom apartments to three and four bedroom townhouses. Taylor Wimpey offers Deposit Match, a scheme that boosts the buying

power of first time buyers and helps them secure a more competitive mortgage rate.

Through the scheme, Taylor Wimpey will match a deposit, up to 10 per cent of the purchase price, via an interest free loan over 10 years. Sam Williams, associate sales director for Taylor Wimpey North West, said: “For many moving onto or up the ladder can be a stressful process.

This is why it pays to buy a new

home from Taylor Wimpey; not only will you have the benefit of our expertise and contacts, we have a range of financial schemes in place that you can take advantage of.”

For more information telephone Speakman Gardens on 0845 071 8832 or The Deck on 0845 071 8713, or visit www.taylorwimpey.co.uk/ northwest

Estate agent Venmore is set to move from Stanley Street to larger premises on Dale Street at the end of the month.

Rob Farnham, chief executive at Venmore commented: “The investment in a new office reflects our confidence that Venmore will continue to grow its market share in a challenging economy. All our services including property auctions, sales, lettings and professional services will be moving to our new Dale Street office.”

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HAVE YOUR SAY YOUR VIEWS ON BIG ISSUES “The Big Society was a good idea, people looking after each other and so on, and I was in favour of it when it first came out. But I don’t think the Big Society is workable, as it was envisioned, just because of the way things are at the moment. Everyone has had it up to here with problems, the way the city is, and the recession – we’re all at rock bottom and it’s hard to see a way out of it.”

Archie Greenhorn retired coach builder, from Seaforth

In the wake of recent public spending cuts, can David Cameron’s Big Society work?

“I don’t think a Big Society is realistic, but it doesn’t matter what we say because the ordinary person doesn’t really have a free say. It’s the people with money and people in high places like the House of Lords who determine what laws are passed, and it has been that way for years and years. We need a new world order.”

“Obviously because there’s a recession the Big Society aims to rely more on charity and goodwill. In a city like Liverpool there is always going to be goodwill and people willing to help the needy. But when you can’t fill your car up or afford to pay for childcare, practically speaking you have to start looking after your own. People would like to give their time but there are other demands on it.”

Greg Herbert fine art student, from Birmingham

Chris McGuinness teaching assistant, from Wavertree

“I think the Big Society is a noble idea, but the problem is the economic climate and the political agenda at the moment. If I understand it correctly Cameron wants the community to support projects instead of the Government doing so.

But while the voluntary sector might be willing it needs financial backing in order to deliver successful projects.”

“Not a chance. People have been helping their neighbours for hundreds of years. When I was ill my neighbour brought soup. We don’t need it to be regulated or called something. They’re just words. David Cameron needs to put something behind it.

Empty words don’t raise the hopes of anybody.”

Peter Johnstone retired surveyor, from Liverpool

Wendy Pritchard Family Court Advisor, from Wallesey

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LAUNCH PARTY he Home Quarter, on Hanover Street, welcomed Liverpool’s crème de la crème of interior design to an evening of champagne and canapés at its launch party. The Liverpool One interiors complex is home to a host of big names in interior design from BoConcept’s contemporary sleek Danish design to the very glamorous French brand Roche Bobois and the iconic Italian styling of Natuzzi and Calligaris.

The newly opened complex has five inspiring floors and features over 20 design-led stores of furniture, accessories, art, cookware and gifts, and includes a cafe. The Home Quarter is much more than just a place to buy new furniture, it is the must-visit destination for those who are passionate about their home and the furnishings they invest in.

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Lucy Hodder, PA for a property company, bought a studio apartment at One Park West, in the centre of the Liverpool One development, a few weeks ago. She bought the apartment from King Sturge for £110,000.

I’m a city girl and as a first time buyer I wanted to stay central. I didn’t want to leave the city and buy a house, but when I saw what I could do with the space it was perfect.

I wanted to make the interior design very contemporary. The wallpaper is from B&Q and matches the furnishings of black with gold trimmings, which makes it very warm and cosy. Because I’m in such a confined place I didn’t want to make it massively themed. I have enough space for everything from a dining table to a computer study area.

I chose One Park West because of location. In the past, I’ve lived outside of the city but with the Liverpool One development I wanted to be in the thick of it. It’s so handy for everything, the bars and shops.

The development has a 24-hour concierge so it’s really safe and because I’m on my own it’s a major factor.

I needed to maximise the space with it being a studio and this was the best layout with the sofa angled away from the kitchen. My kitchen is in the living area so I didn’t want to be looking at it when I’m on the sofa; it’s taking a bit of adjusting having the bed in the living area. The mirrors also open up the space.

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It is different not having a separate bedroom but everything else outweighs it.

The studio is one of the bigger ones that were available which is why I went for it.

The kitchen is a good size with a small dishwasher and fridge/freezer; It’s convenient and functional for what I need.

A lot of studios in other developments only have showers but I’m a bath person and really needed that so I am really happy it has a shower and bath.

The shower is a raindrop power shower which is lovely.

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£449,995.00 ono Mather Avenue Large 4 bed detached, Front lounge, Rear lounge, open plan dining room kitchen, downstairs cloakroom separate w. c. 3 double bedrooms 1 large single. Separate bathroom and toilet. Large double length garage parking for several cars. Fully enclosed garden with raised decking area.

£1600pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 3 bed duplex penthouse, 25th floor of Alexandra Tower, Spectacular river views, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Open plan living area, Separate fitted kitchen, Bathroom & Ensuite, Large roof terrace, Close to City Centre, 2 x Secure parking spaces

Contact Dave: 07901 556 850

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

L1 £750pcm Argyle Court Large 2 bedroom city centre apartment.

Furnished to a modern and high standard. Property benefits from an open plan kitchen and living area. An en-suite to the master bedroom and a further large bathroom. Situated in a popular development which benefits from 24 hour security and a secure underground parking space.

Contact for viewings: Marshallets 0151 427 1986 £750pcm Argyle Court Spacious 2 bedroom apartment, Fully furnished to a high standard throughout, 2 double bedrooms, Balcony, Fully fitted kitchen, Excellent Central location off Duke Street, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £700pcm Argyle Court Modern two bedroom apartment, 2 Bathrooms, Fully fitted kitchen with modern appliances. Alarm, Video entry system, secure Underground parking.

Fully Furnished. Views of the Albert dock. Apartment is located in the heart of Liverpool one shopping area.

Contact for viewings: Marshallets 0151 427 1986

£1000pcm South Ferry Quay Luxury 4 bedroom penthouse apartment , fully furnished to a very high standard large balcony overlooking mariner from one side & views over River Mersey from other side, secure underground parking.

Contact Ian: 07776136043 £950pcm Malmaison Apartments Exceptional and spectacular waterfront apartment, views of the River Mersey.

Located above the Malmaison Hotel, fully furnished andbenefits from: Two double bedrooms, two luxury bathrooms balcony

£675pcm Adler Way Luxury two bedroom, two bathrooms apartment with balcony , fully furnished to the very highest specification.. The property is located on the much sought after City Quay development in the Docklands district.

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619 £625pcm Ellerman Road 2 Bedroom 3rd floor apartment located in a sought after area City Quay Riverside Drive. Open plan lounge/kitchen, includes white goods. GCH, allocated parking, secure gated access.

£350pcm Delamore Street A large two bed terraced house in the popular area of Walton. The house has a fitted kitchen. There is full GCH and the property benefits from double glazing

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£625pcm City Quay Luxury ground floor fully furnished two bedrooms/two bathrooms apartment, appointed to a high specification throughout. The property is located at the much sought after City Quay development in the Docklands.

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090 £850pcm Waterloo Warehouse Luxury 2 bedroom duplex apartment on Waterloo Quay, Grade II listed building, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Views across the docks, Fitted kitchen, Double bedrooms, 2 x Secure allocated parking spaces, Viewing recommended

£575pcm The Anchorage 1 bedroom apartment, Popular location on the Marina, Close to City Centre, fully furnished, fitted kitchen, private parking

L7 £550pcm Corsewall Street Larger than average three bedroom end of terrace property located in the Edge Hill district of Liverpool within close proximity of Liverpool city centre.

Available furnished or unfunished.

Security alarm, blind, rear courtyard Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

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Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £850pcm Malmaison Apartments An exceptional and spectacular waterfront apartment, boasting unrivalled views of the River Mersey. Located above the Malmaison Hotel the property is fully furnished andbenefits from: Two double bedrooms, two luxury bathrooms

£390pcm Millvale Street Newly decorated 2 Bedroom Terraced House Located Just Off Sheil Road.

Comprises of 2 Bedrooms, Bathroom, Lounge and Good Size Kitchen. Benefits From GCH, Laminate Flooring, Vertical Blinds Throughout, Small Yard. Ideal Location Close to Local Amenities, on a Main Bus Route into the City Centre.

£595 View 146 An outstanding two bedroom fully furnished ground floor apartment, close to City Centre. Free access to on-site Gymnasium. Timber decked external area, on-site concierge Secure parking Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

£595pcm Glade Park Court Well presented ground floor 2 bedroom apartment, located in a desirable area of Aigburth. Recently refurbished and briefly compromises of entrance hall/separate kitchen/lounge/two good sized double bedrooms/family bathroom and en suite to master. It benefits from secure intercom access/ private patio area/allocated off road parking/ view of Princes park, white goods in the kitchen.

Located close to Sefton and Princes Park and excellent transport links to all routes.

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619

£650pcm Chandlers Wharf A stunning two bed / two bathroom fully furnished luxury city apartment, with balcony, located at the prestigious Chandlers Wharf development. Ideally locate close to Liverpool One and Docklands Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090 £725pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bedroom apartment in Alexandra Tower, Located on the banks of the River Mersey, Furnished to a high standard throughout, Floor to ceiling windows with views of the River & Docks, 2 double bedrooms, Hi-spec fitted kitchen, Concierge service Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

TO LET Large garage/storage (approx. 2800 sq ft) Located near city centre L8 3 phase electric + standard supply Secure with alarm Small office w/ kitchen & toilet Good rate

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£575pcm Gloucester Place Two double bedrooms fully furnished ground floor apartment located in a gated development on the edge of the city centre. Ideally located close to Royal Liverpool Hospital. Secure designated parking

£475pcm Jean Walk A three bedroom unfurnished town house located in Fazakerley, close to Aintree Hospital . This property has been fully refurbished including, DG, redecoration, new Laminate flooring and new carpets

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£1,100pcm Hunters Lane This Impressive five Bedroom house is situated just a short walk from Allerton road. Surrounded by Schools and Parks it is a perfect family Home. Benefits from an En-suite and 3 further bathrooms. Beautifully furnished kitchen with modern units and appliances. Two large reception rooms with original Parquet flooring. Gas central heating, Partial double glazing and off road Parking. There is a decked courtyard to the rear. Viewing Highly recommended.

£795pcm Sepia, Calderstones Road Luxury 2 bedroom apartment in the much sought after area of Calderstones Road. In brief this property comprises of 2 bedrooms with en-suite to master, guest shower room, kitchen/diner and lounge and comes unfurnished including all white goods in the kitchen. Benefits from own patio with use of communal garden, garage and parking space. Property is in great location and would be suitable for professional couple. Viewings highly recomended.

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619

Contact for viewings: Marshallets 0151 427 1986

L17 £1600pcm Ashbury Brook Set in the heart of Sefton Park - three bedroom apartment at The Glen, Ashbury Brook. Offers a large open plan living and kitchen area and a dining area set within the turret, with its own private terrace. The apartment also benefits from a separate spacious utility room with separate washing/dryer machine. The apartment size is 1600 sq ft.

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619 £650pcm Lugard Road We are pleased to offer this well presented, good sized three bedroom terraced house. The property briefly comprises of three bedrooms, family bathroom, two reception rooms and large kitchen / dining area which includes white goods. Benefits from recent redecoration to a high standard, new electric shower and small garden to rear.

This property is the ideal family home located close to all local amenities including schools and Sefton Park.

Excellent transport links to Runcorn / Widnes, Liverpool City Centre and motorways.

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£650pcm Garth Drive We are pleased to offer this newly decorated self contained flat in Allerton.

This property in brief comprises of 2 double bedrooms, large lounge / dining area, fitted kitchen with white goods and bathroom with bath and shower. The property benefits from private patio to rear, gas central heating and blinds throughout. This property is ideal for a professional couple.

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L19 £695pcm Ashbury Mews Luxury 2 bedroom cottage. The property briefly compromises of two double bedrooms,en suite to master, separate kitchen and lounge. It benefits from a fully fitted modern kitchen with integrated appliances. Central Heating.

Sky TV and off road parking.

From £675pcm Ashbury Gables We are pleased to offer a selection of spacious two bedroom apartments located in a residential area of Cressington. It briefly comprises of two double bedrooms, good size bathroom Inc bath, shower,separate kitchen. It includes integrated appliances/ carpets and blinds.

It benefits from landscaped gardens and off road parking and secure gated entrance. Excellent location close to local transport links and schools.

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L20 £375pcm Gray Street 2 Bedroom unfurnished terraced with gas central heating. The house has a through lounge and 2 double bedrooms, it has recently had a new fitted kitchen and bathroom. The property has gas central heating, is fully carpeted and is double glazed.

L24 £425pcm Hunts Cross A purpose built first floor luxury apartment located on the prestigious Bellway Homes development at Hunts Cross. Double glazing, Central Heating and secure parking Ideally located for JL Airport and Speke Retail Park. Viewing essential Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

L26 £550pcm Litchfield Road 3 Bedroom. Unfurnished, off road parking. The property is double glazed and has gas central heating it is also alarmed. The house has a garden and it is suitably located for the motorways and John Lennon Airport Castle Estates 0151 733 1619

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619 £450pcm Boswell Street A larger than average three bedroom family terrace house located in Bootle.

This property benefits from Double glazing, security alarm and rear courtyard.The property is well located for road and rail links into nearby Liverpool city centre.

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

L36 £795pcm Roby A large executive three bedroom detached fully furnished bungalow with extensive gardens to the front and rear of the property. A stylish home with many impressive features throughout and must be viewed to be fully appreciated Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

Castle Estates 0151 733 1619 £695pcm Ashbury Gables We are pleased to offer this spacious two bedroom duplex apartment located in a residential area of Cressington. It briefly comprises of two double bedrooms, good size bathroom Inc bath,shower,separate kitchen and top floor lounge. It includes integrated appliances/ carpets and blinds.

It benefits from landscaped gardens and off road parking and secure gated entrance. Excellent location close to local transport links and schools.

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INTERVIEW BY DINA KARIM You’re in Liverpool this week doing a show that toured successfully last year, are you excited about visiting the city?

Well, there’s a lot of fried foods in Liverpool. When you get off the train all you can smell is fried foods, but I like fried foods. I’m not really looking forward to the show as I don’t like getting out, I would rather stay in and eat Magnums right out of the box - I love the way they all melt in the box. The bigwigs are making me go and do more of these shows. Apparently because loads of people came to the first lot. I'm gutted coz I've just bought a video player and I've got loads of things to watch that I got off the telly, like Crimewatch. I’ve also got a copy of Deathwish with Charles Bronson, that I found in the Hospice Shop.

So, how did you even end up doing this tour?

My van got blown, innit, I know it was my brother though. But I insured it which I’ve put in an investment; I’ve bought an elephant tusk from ebay for three grand but apparently it’s only worth fifty quid.

You had never been on TV before 42 Your Move

Shooting Stars, do you not like being on TV? I was looking to be on the telly on Dragon’s Den, they’re mental. I was going to show my egg chucker. You know, some hardboiled eggs and a catapult and you know, you chuck ‘em. So I was doing my burger vanning and Mortimer gave me this award, which was long overdue in my opinion, and then we was talking and he said ‘come on the telly’, and I said ‘no’.

Then he said, ‘why not’, and I said ‘I dunno’, then he asked me again and I said, ‘alright’. Now I’m full time and I get more money but I don’t want to do it.

Now that your burger business has burnt down, what do you do in your spare time?

I’ve opened Angelos’ Funland which is a poundshop - we only take pounds, not that foreign money. We’ve got wetsuits we’re selling for £50, basically they’re suits that got a bit wet. I like going to Londis, I like it, you know, at that time of night just about when the food is going off, when it starts to smell and it’s cheap. I also like rolling down hills and waiting at bus stops. I would rather stay in though and watch Crimewatch, I love it.

What can we expect from your show?

My show is going to be full of dirty jokes and impressions. There’s a big quiz where

the prize is a backstage tour, I show them my room but there’s nothing back there so they only gets five seconds with me.

You’ve become a bit of a heartthrob this year, have you got a girlfriend?

I don’t have a girlfriend. I’m beating them off with a stick though, but the girl for me is the lovely Ulrika Jonsson, I’m waiting for her. What am I waiting for? For the court injunction to end.

Finally, Angelos what’s in your Sainsbury’s plastic bag today?

An egg, bit of fish, and a gun.

Angelos Epithemiou is the alter ego of Renton Skinner, a comedian and member of the popular British five-man sketch troupe Dutch Elm Conservatoire.

He has appeared in numerous TV comedies. He appeared as Angelos on series six of Shooting Stars as a permanent member of Team B, replacing Johnny Vegas, and now takes up the role of score-keeper in the absence of George Dawes in series seven. In the run-up to his show Skinner requested he only be interviewed as Angelos.

Angelos Epithemiou will be appearing at Liverpool Guild of Students on February 26. Tickets are £17.50. For tickets visit www.livenation.co.uk

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TALENT IN THE CITY

DOB London, 25 Jan 1973 (Angelos was born on 26 August 2009).

––– EDUCATION BA (Hons) degree in drama at Middlesex University, London.

––– CAREER HIGLIGHTS Mike Bassett: Manager (ITV1), The Office Christmas specials (BBC1), My Family (BBC1) and Coupling (BBC2), Katy Brand's Big Ass Show and The Armstrong and Miller Show.

––– ANGELOS CAREER HIGHLIGHT Shooting Stars, season six and seven.

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PLANNING FEES We are starting to plan a project for the summer. We want to add an extension to our property, and with the extra space it would provide, change the interior layout to give us the family home we have always dreamed about.

We are nervous about employing the services of an architect. What can we expect from them and could you give us an idea on how fees are calculated?

A good architect should be able to respond to the brief you give them. So now is the time for you to make decisions as to exactly what you require and what your total budget is. All architects will have a portfolio of work, this will give you an indication of their style and if they have experience on similar projects to the one that you are intending. There are a number of ways to calculate the fee structure, traditionally the fees are a percentage of the total building costs, but now they can also charge a fixed fee, or by the hour. As the project will be divided into different work stages it is possible, especially on smaller projects to discuss hiring an architect up to a certain point then running the project yourself.

We live in an older house which has high ceilings. The ceiling in the family bathroom is particularly high, we are thinking about re-tiling this room as the tiles which we have at the moment are a natural marble effect, which we feel is making the room look clinical and cold.

If you had to design a problem bathroom like this, how would you tackle the tiling?

Most people would be so jealous of your high ceilings! I think the solution here is to embrace the height and enjoy the space.

If I was planning a project like yours, I would be tempted or at least investigate the option of having a feature wall. I think feature walls work particularly well in older houses with high ceilings as they add a focal point to a large space. The wall you pick also has to be the right one, and in bathrooms it is easier as the wall should define a space, such as the wall behind the bath or the two walls inside the shower enclosure.

Once you have decided on which wall to use, think of it as providing an opportunity for you to add contrasting texture and colours into your bathroom. You could use a combination of wood and tiles, stone and brick or for the ultimate splash of colour and pictorial image you could have fun with a photographic image which could be printed onto ceramic tiles. www.digitalceramics.co.uk Your Move 45

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Stockists: johnlewis.com, tescodirect.com, aplaceforeverything.co.uk, laurashley.com, Bo Concept from Elaine Cunningham 0151 494 1555.

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Hot in the city WHAT’S HAPPENING OUT & ABOUT IN LIVERPOOL

HAIR & BEAUTY

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Fancy a new look for spring? Then head off to Harrison Hair Studio in Bootle, which is offering a 40 per cent discount to new customers.

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For the discount visit their website on www.harrisonhairstudio. co.uk and print off a voucher in the section marked offers.

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Get ready to feel good – with the help of Liverpool’s first ever Feelgood Fair.

The fair, held at the Adelphi Hotel and titled Explore, Energize and Inspire, will offer a wealth of beauty, fitness and well being taster sessions, workshops and treatments. There will also be bustling craft stalls offering goodies like jewellery, textiles and ceramics.

It takes place on March 27 from 10.30am and entry costs £2 on the door.

If you are a therapist and want to take part at the fair, email info@orbevents.co.uk for information.

FAMILY

A Huyton teenager has won a place in the final of a national beauty competition.

Aimee Ormesher, 19, has already been crowned Miss Warrington Galaxy and on February 19 she will travel to Cheshire to compete for a place at the international final, to be held in the US in the summer. “I’m so excited to have made it to the final,” she said. “It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity.”

Ambitious Aimee, who is sponsored by Stormcheck Roofing Systems Ltd has plans to enter the Liverpool heat for Miss Universe in May. She’s also a finalist for the Face of Europe.

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Win Disney tickets Featuring 1,324 costumes, 38 skaters and a set that takes 12 hours to construct, Disney on Ice is set to dazzle.

We have a family ticket for four to give away for the opening night of its run at the Echo Arena. Simply email your name and

daytime phone number to post@movepublishing.co. uk by February 28, marking it Disney.

Disney on Ice runs between March 2-6 and tickets cost from £13. Visit www.echoarena.com or telephone 0844 8000 400 to purchase tickets.

Mathew Street is set to sparkle once more with new lighting and a steam clean.

To mark 50 years since the Fab Four played at the Cavern Club a 40 metre ‘ceiling’ of twinkling lights will be erected over Mathew Street to evoke their famous song, Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds. New spotlights will pick out a bronze statue of John Lennon, erected in 1997, Arthur Dooley’s Four Lads Who Shook The World sculpture and signs at the gateway into the Quarter.

The revamp will also see the Pop Wall of Fame repainted and a deep cleanse of the pavements.

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Corrie!

A Collector’s Eye

Liverpool Empire | 21-26 February

Walker Art Gallery | 18 February – 15 May

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Can you tell your Bet from your Betty? Your Raquel from your Rachids? If so you’re in for a treat when Corrie! The Musical hits town. Launched to celebrate Coronation Street’s 50th anniversary, Corrie! condenses five decades of gripping storylines into a two-hour show. Street scriptwriter creator Jonathan Harvey brings back 50 favourite characters from Elsie Tanner to Gail Platt.

Supermarket boss Reg Holdsworth, aka Ken Morley, narrates.

A Collector’s Eye: Cranach to Pissarro features 60 works spanning five centuries which have been loaned to the Walker Art Gallery by a private collector. Images range from tender 15th century devotional images to 19th century French Impressionist landscapes.

The exhibition features Old Masters like Rubens, El Greco and Delacroix, and Impressionists like Pissarro and Sisley. The paintings form part of the Schorr Collection, assembled by collector David J Lewis for his family.

For tickets call 0844 847 2525.

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Ovid’s Roman myths are relocated to 1940s Britain with puppets, film, swing and gasmasks employed to tell the ancient tale of a civilisation on the brink of change. Ticket prices start at £8 and are available from www.unitytheatre.co.uk or telephone 0844 873 2888.

Dust off your dancing shoes for a toe-tapping new event at St George’s Great Hall. Strictly Tea Dancing will be held monthly from February 21 and is open to all ages and abilities. Admission price includes refreshments. Tickets cost £5 on the door (Heritage Centre Entrance).

Go to www.stgeorgesliverpool.co.uk for more information.

The best submissions from the International Environment Photographer of the Year Competition are to go on show.

Titled At Waters Edge and curated by green artists group, High Tide, the exhibition explores the theme of water. www.hightide.org for more information.

Last chance to see Mike Skinner performing as The Streets before he retires his alter ego. Touring to promote the final album, Computer & Blues, it offers, according to him, “peaceful, positive vibes”. Tickets cost £17.87 and are available from the box office on 0844 477 2000.

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7. Mac, £28, George at Asda. 8. Shrug, £40, Topshop. 9. Sequinned tunic, £95, Monsoon.

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TABLE TALK

“If you look after people and get a good reputation then that’s good business practice.”

DINA KARIM HAS LUNCH WITH....

Ian Murray, director of C & D Properties t has been five months since C & D Properties relocated to its city centre location and business is looking good.

I met director Ian Murray over a quick lunch at The Olive Press, which has just come under new management, to talk about what the letting agents has been up to lately.

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our catch-up also happens to be a favourite with Ian and with most of the business district as they pop in for a meeting and an Italian-influenced lunch. With an impressive lunch menu, choice was not a problem.

Settling on the calamari for myself and the beef carpaccio with balsamic and tomato dressing for Ian, the dishes arrive at lightning speed.

Ian, obviously enjoying the fresh

“some places do carpaccio too thick which is wrong - this is delicious.” take 12 months before people realised we were here but we’ve done really well so far.”

It’s clear how passionate and dedicated Ian is to his business, following his move to the company three years ago which led to a complete rebrand and relocation from Everton to Tithebarn Street.

“We invested in technology and we spent a lot of money on the website and property portals which we’re really proud of. It’s an obligation to the landlords, putting as much as you can on promoting the property. I don’t think there’s enough agents out there doing it.”

The restaurant we choose for

flavours, commented: “The beef is really nice, nice and thin, which you don’t often get, some places do carpaccio too thick which is wrong - this is delicious.”

As with all agents, the conversation quickly turns to the state of the lettings and sales market in the city, after all they are well placed to see the trends before anyone else. For 2011 the lettings market still looks strong with no sign of slowing down; however, how quickly a property is let depends on who is managing it.

And this is where Ian excels.

“Our official hours are 8.45 to 5.15 but we do out of office hours

and on a Saturday it’s our busiest day. It is fairly common to hear about agents who don’t turn up to showings with no phone call or anything - if anyone at C & D did that they would be looking for another job.”

The main dishes arrive looking as lovely as the starter. The butternut squash ravioli with blue cheese and sage butter is the best dish Ian has had in the restaurant, and my tagliatelle with mushroom and spinach was satisfying.

The Olive Press is quite an institution on Castle Street but that is all soon to change following the recent purchase of the restaurant by Living Ventures, the original owners of the Living Room. Although

plans include turning it into a grill and expanding the restaurant space, I was very happy to hear they were retaining the staff as they were the highlight of the lunch.

The future for C & D Properties lies in commercial property, as they look to expand their portfolio this year. For Ian the new office is still the big thing.

“While we do embrace the technological side, it is still a people business. People buy into people. If you look after people and get a good reputation then that’s good business practice.”

It is little wonder landlords and tenants are flocking to C & D Properties, looking for a personal touch in what is a very competitive business.

THE OLIVE PRESS – 25-27 CASTLE STREET, LIVERPOOL L2 4TA –

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To book a table at The Olive Press, telephone 0151 227 2242.

For further information on C & D Properties’ lettings, sales or property management call into their new offices at 63-67 Tithebarn Street, telephone 0151 236 6611 or visit www.cdproperties.co.uk

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NEW YEAR AT CITY RENDEZVOUS t is the Year of the Rabbit, which means a year of calm and peace - but not during celebrations of the Chinese New Year. With dragons, stunt artists and traditional Chinese entertainment the city brought in the New Year with a bang. At City Rendezvous Restaurant, formerly Chung Ku, on Riverside Drive, diners enjoyed their meals whilst members of The Liverpool Hung Gar Kung Fu entertained, with the highlight of the red, white and yellow dragons displaying traditional Chinese dances.

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