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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM // ISSUE 289

27 MAY – 09 JUNE 2011

LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE

GETTING ON THE PROPERTY LADDER Affordable mortgages for first time buyers

SPECIAL ISSUE!

Liverpool’s summer event calendar LIVERPOOL! INSIDE +

ROCK THE LOOK! Best of festival fashion

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New reduced prices on selected developments

A new Lovell home has always been great value but now they’re even more tempting thanks to some generous discounts we’re offering on selected homes in our BIG SPRING EVENT. And, thanks to our popular shared equity scheme you may only need a 5% deposit. For full details talk to your sales advisor today. Hurry... homes are selling fast!

Church Fields

Kensington Court

Raglan Close, Liverpool L19 8NG Tel: 0151 427 8098

Off Minto Close, Liverpool L7 2GA Tel: 0151 260 7342

The Oakwood

The Milton

3 bedroom home for only

2 bedroom home for only

£106,246

£90,096

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The Oaks

The Poplars

Woodlee Green

Hartopp Road, Liverpool L25 1NP Tel: 0151 487 5900

Viennese Road, Liverpool L25 2NU Tel: 0151 487 8607

Lee Hall Road, Liverpool L25 3RL Tel: 0151 487 3746

LAST REMAINING

The Rockton

The Fenton

The Churchwood

2 bedroom bungalow for only

3 bedroom home for only

£110,496

£107,096

£101,996

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Marketing Suites and Show Homes open Thursday to Monday 10am - 5pm.

www.lovell.co.uk/newhomes *Shared Equity scheme 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 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. 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. 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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Fantastic new homes in Liverpool 25 from just £32,500* We’ve got a great selection of 2 bedroom bungalows and 2 & 3 bedroom family houses available now for shared ownership, across the Lee Park area. Already proving extremely popular, our homes all feature: • Modern kitchens and bathrooms • Well designed living spaces • Off road parking with ceramic tiling • Quality finishes, fixtures and fittings • Front and rear gardens • Full carpeting throughout ...and more!

To arrange a viewing or just find out more details:

Call 0845 155 9029 Email sales@riverside.org.uk Visit www.riversidehomeownership.org.uk *Represents a 25% equity share, monthly rent & service charge also payable. Purchasers and tenants must meet our eligibility criteria.

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Speakman Gardens – Prescot, Merseyside L34 5NQ 2 bedroom apartments from only £79,475* (easystart price) full price £93,500 3 & 4 bedroom homes from only £125,758* (easystart price) full price £147,950 For further information, visit our Sales Information Centre, Show Apartment and Showhomes open daily 11am – 5.30pm, or contact us now!

FO TO R Y AP BO WI OUR PO OK N A CH IN AN N AN TM O IPA C EN NL D2 E T N IN , OW E !**

0845 071 8829 taylorwimpey.co.uk Buy a hom e worth £9 3,50 with easy 0* start

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£79,475* You pay just 85% of the pri ce*

*Price of £79,475 based on a purchase price of £93,500 when you pay 85% with easystart. Offers available on selected plots and developments, subject to status and for a limited time only. For full details of the offers contact the sales information centre, visit our website taylorwimpey.co.uk/ easystart or request full details from your local Taylor Wimpey ofﬁce. **Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability. Prices correct at time of going to press. Image shows typical Taylor Wimpey homes.

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Contents

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HAT’S O GUIDE! N

Hello... This bumper edition of Your Move has all the latest property news as well as Go Liverpool, your indispensable guide to entertainment in the city over the next three months. Following the exciting announcement that the Olympic torch would be travelling to Liverpool, Your Move hit the streets to ask: ‘Who do you think should carry the torch in Liverpool?’. Our celebrity interview this issue is with the delightful Adam Ant who reveals all about where the legendary white stripe has gone, and issues he has faced in his personal life. For all the latest news sign up to our free digital fortnightly magazine by emailing post@movepublishing.co.uk

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: 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

18 Four Best Lets The best of the letting market Cover Story 20 Hot Topic A Helping Hand up the Ladder

36 Talent in the City Adam Ant interview

22 Hot and Happening All the latest property news

39 Ask the Expert Innovative ideas

27 Hot of the Press Merseyside Landlord Expo

41 Interiors Go Glamping

29 Movers Living at Montreal Gardens

43 Table Talk Debbie Knight, of Space Estate Agents, at The Italian Club

33 Have Your Say Who do you think would be a worthy candidate carrying the Olympic torch?

45 Go Liverpool Contents

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? LITHERLAND PARK, LITHERLAND L21

MIKE BLACK owner of Blacks Estate Agents VIEW NOW 0151 933 7077

How much? £314,950 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Local amenities and has excellent transport links to the city centre Benefits from Three reception rooms and modern features Best feature Extensive feature gardens Agent’s view “We are pleased to offer for sale this detached bungalow which benefits from three bedrooms, three reception rooms, double glazing, gas central heating, modern kitchen/diner and a modern bathroom. There is also the added benefit of a spacious driveway with garage and feature front and rear gardens.”

MANHATTON PLACE LIVERPOOL L3

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

How much? £189,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to All local amenities including restaurants, bars, shops and public transport Benefits from Lift access, spacious living room, large terrace, separate balcony and secure parking Best feature Ample outside space and a superb central location Agent’s view “This property is a spacious two bedroom duplex penthouse, located in a popular location city centre. The accommodation comprises of two double bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room. To first floor there is a spacious bright living area, open plan kitchen with integrated appliances and bathroom. Secure allocated parking space.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE

MEWS COTTAGE, PRESELAND ROAD L23

ELENI TSANIKIDIS senior sales & lettings negotiator at Abode Crosby VIEW NOW 0151 909 3003

How much? Offers over £205,000 Number of bedrooms Three Close to Crosby Village and local schools Benefits from Many original features and modern kitchen/diner Best feature Secluded location Agent’s view “Three bedroom detached character cottage with a modern twist. Viewing is a must to appreciate the wow factor of the property”

X BUILDING, BIXTETH STREET, LIVERPOOL L3

MATTHEW CHAMBERS sales consultant at King Sturge VIEW NOW 0151 242 6490

How much? £109,950 Number of bedrooms One Close to Situated in the heart of the business district, close to local shops and excellent transport links Benefits from Secure underground parking and can be sold to include all furniture fixtures and fittings Best feature Beautifully presented throughout this apartment is situated in a central but quiet location with Moorfields station just moments away Agent’s view “This apartment presents a great opportunity to both investment and owner occupiers alike. Keenly priced and centrally located this property is ideally positioned for business and leisure within the city.”

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Best Buys

WATERLOO QUAY

Second floor apartment. Briefly comprising two bedrooms, open plan living, dining and kitchen area, bathroom and en-suite. The property has been greatly improved and benefits from a new kitchen, bathroom and en-suite. Timber decked balcony offering clear views of The River Mersey.

£159,950

PALL MALL

UNITY BUILDING

Briefly comprising open plan living area, fully fitted kitchen, 2 bedrooms with dual aspect views, en suite and separate bathrooom. The property features a balcony with impressive views of The River Mersey and City. The property comes with one secure parking space, 24 hour concierge and communal gym. Viewing is a must.

£210,000

A fourth floor floor apartment in a central location. The accommodation comprises entrance hall, open plan living, dining and kitchen. two bedrooms and a fitted bathroom. The apartment has a balcony facing a central courtyard garden and is situated close to good transport links. Ideal for first time buyers.

£129,950

Property of the week

THE COLONNADES

Second floor apartment. Briefly comprising fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, lounge and dining area, two double bedrooms, ensuite and bathroom. The property benefits from a secure underground parking space, a 24hour concierge service views over the Albert Dock towards the city.

£289,950

THE FOUNDRY, HENRY ST

Opportunity to buy a 50% share of an apartment at a new development in the Ropewalks area. This top floor apartment comprises living and dining area, fitted kitchen, double bedroom, and fitted bathroom. The property is close to all the Liverpool ONE development. Ideal for first time buyers.

£52,000

Spotlight ST PAUL'S SQUARE

Corner apartment situated on the sixth floor of this popular development in the Business District. The property comprises 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 an additional cost.

£159,950 ST PAUL'S SQUARE

First floor apartment situated on the popular St Pauls development. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and kitchen area, double bedroom and contemporary bathroom. Floor-to-ceiling doors slide open to balcony. Ideal for first time buyers, viewing is recommended. Parking available at an additional cost.

£89,950

Email our rentals department on: Lettings.liverpool@kingsturge.co.uk

SOUTH FERRY QUAY

A purpose built ground floor two bedroom apartment situated in South Ferry Quay. The property comprises entrance hall, lounge, kitchen / breakfast room, master bedroom with full bathroom en-suite, second bedroom and family bathroom. The property offers views over the Liverpool Marina and Anglican Cathedral.

£149,950

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0151 242 6490

42 Castle Street, Liverpool

SOUTH FERRY QUAY

A modern, one bedroom apartment located on Liverpool's Marina. Accommodation comprises a fullyfitted and equipped kitchen, lounge, double bedroom with built-in wardrobes, and a bathroom. The property also benefits from views over the Marina and includes an allocated parking space. Available early June.

LYDIA ANN STREET

Two bedroom apartments centrally located on Lydia Ann Street. Comprising one double & one single bedroom, open-plan living, dining and kitchen areas, and a bathroom. Immediately available.

£575pcm

ABILITY PENTHOUSES

Two double bedroom apartment in the prestigious Ability Penthouses development. 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. Immediately available.

£850pcm

£460pcm

MANN ISLAND

Stunning three bedroom apartment in the new Mann Island development. Boasting superb views of the river comprises three double bedrooms, spacious open plan living area, outside terrace, fitted kitchen & two bathrooms. Completed to a high specification, unfurnished & comes with a secure parking space. Viewing recommended. £1,535pcm

Spotlight KINGS DOCK MILL

Brand New Apartment. Situated in the popular Kings Dock Mill development briefly comprising two DOUBLE bedrooms, open plan living area, fitted kitchen & bathroom. The apartment is offered furnished to a high standard & is available immediately

£675pcm

ONE PARK WEST

A brand new two bedroom apartment situated on the 11th floor, offering fantastic views of the River, Albert Dock and Three Graces. Comprising open plan living, kitchen and dining area, two DOUBLE bedrooms (master with ensuite) and separate bathroom. The apartment is offered furnished, includes a secure parking space and is immediately available. Viewing recommended to appreciate.

£900pcm

Email our sales department on: sales.liverpool@kingsturge.co.uk

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One Park West

Moss Street

South Quay

Stella Nova

Renaissance Building

Three bedrooms Stunning Views Two Secure Parking Spaces

Final two apartments donʼt miss out Brand New Build

Two Double Bedrooms New Bathroom and Kitchen River Views, Secure Parking

One And Two Bed Aparts, Unfurn, Onsite Gym, Rooftop Gardens

Two Bed, Unfurnished, Double Bedrooms And Secure Parking

One Bed, Fully Furnished, First Monthʼs Rent £350.00

£320,000

From £108,950

£225,000

£375-£425pcm

£475pcm

£500pcm

The Albany

Falkner Square

The Reach

Circle 109

Royal Quay

NEW

REDUCED

Two Bedrooms Duplex Terrace Secure Parking

Stunning Three Bed. Dressing Room. Large Duplex

Two Bedrooms, Amazing Views, Secure Parking Office Hours Concierge

One And Two Beds, Fully Furnished, Spacious Apartments

One Beds Fully Furnished Great Central Location

Two Bed Fully Furnished Secure Allocated Parking

£149,950

£275,000

£114,500

£500-£625pcm

£525-£550pcm

£575pcm

Faulkner Square

Quebec Quay

The Albany

Shandon Court

Moss Street

Beetham Tower

Full of Character Two Double Bedrooms Lower Ground Floor

One Bed Penthouse, Secure Parking, Must See!

One Bedroom Duplex Terrace Secure Parking

One Bed, Fully Furnished, Central Location

Two Bed Fully Furnished New Development

Studio Apartment, Tenth Floor, Fully Furnished, Great Views

£214,950

£125,000

£119,950

£475pcm

£600pcm

£475pcm

White Court

City Quay

Dukes Terrace

Pall Mall

City Quay

Westminster Chambers

Two Bedrooms, Great Price, 100% Ownership

Two Double Bedrooms Secure Parking River Views

Two Double Bedrooms, Secure Parking, 75% Shared Ownership

Two Beds, Fully Furnished, Modern Specification

Two Bed Fully Furnished Allocated Parking

Two Beds Fully Furnished Modern Conversion

£102,500

£129,950

£124,950

£600pcm

£600-£650pcm

Liberty Place

Shaw Street

Manhattan Place

Alexandra Tower

The Albany

Tower Building

One Bedroom, Large Terrace, Secure Parking

Two Bedrooms, Large Living Room, Secure Parking 75% or 100% Ownership

Duplex Penthouse Two Bedrooms, En Suite Secure parking

Selection Of Apartments, Stunning Views, Fully Furnished

Selection Of Apartments, Unfurn/Fully Furnished, Parking Available

Two Bed, Fully Furnished, Spacious With Secure Parking

£114,950

£119,950

£195,000

£535-£800pcm

£550-£900pcm

£900pcm

REDUCED

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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Lettings 0151 330 5321

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Belvidere Road, Princes Park

Croxteth Road, Sefton Park

Aigburth Road, Aigburth

Oak Terrace, Kensington

Princess Gardens, City Centre

• 2 Bed Unfurnished Apartment. • Close to Sefton Park • Excellent Transport Link • Allocated Parking

• One bed apartment • Unfurnished • Close to Sefton Park • Parking & Communal Garden

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• 1 & 2 bedroom apartments • Excellent transport links into city • GCH, on street parking • Must be viewed!

• Two bedroom apartment • Fitted kitchen • Un-furnished • Early viewing recommended

• 2 bed apartment • `Unfurnished • Allocated parking • Desirable development

From £325pcm

£500pcm

£550pcm

Jugglers Yard, City Centre

City Quay, Docklands

The Reach, City Centre

Waterloo Quay, Docklands

Hampstead Road, Fairfield

• One bedroom apartments • Furnished • Close to all local amenities • Parking available

• Two bedroom apartment • Furnished • Secure Entry • Allocated parking

• 2 Bed apartment • Furnished • Popular Development • Viewing Essential

• Two bedroom apartment • En-suite to master bedroom • Allocated parking • Fantastic views

• Fully furnished terrace • 3 bedrooms • State of the art modern kitchen • Close to Newsham Park

From £550pcm

From £595pcm

From £600pcm

From £650pcm

£695pcm

Staten Court, City Centre

Dale Street, City Centre

Stanley Street, City Centre

Elysian Fields, City Centre

Duddingston Avenue, Allerton

• Four bedroom apartment • Heart of City Centre • Alarm & door entry system • Gas bills included

£725pcm

• Two bedroom apartment • Furnished to high standard • Parking • Sought after location

• 4 bed apartment • Furnished • Heart of the city centre • First week rent free

£1000pcm

£1050pcm

£2200pcm

St Annes Court, City Centre

Burroughs Gardens City Centre

£2250pcm

• 2 bedroom ground floor apartment • Lounge/ dining room • DGW, private entrance and parking. • Ideal for FTB's and investors

• 2 bedroom ground floor apartment • Located in popular gated development • Separate fitted kitchen • DGW, intercom and a parking space

Henry Street City Centre

White Court, Nelson Street N

• This is a spacious 1 bedroom apartment • Open plan lounge/ fitted kitchen • Extra room used as study/dressing room • NO CHAIN

N • 2 bedroom mid terrace house • Lounge through to dining room • Separate kitchen • DGW, parking. NO CHAIN

• Six bedroom terrace house • Student accommodation • All bedrooms have en-suites • Studio apartment also available

Sales 0151 330 5333

Muskers Building 1 Stanley Street L1 6AA Beatrice Street Bootle

• Luxury penthouse • Three double bedrooms • 2 secure parking spaces • Exceptional views across the city

• 2 bedroom ground floor apartment • Located in a popular residential location • Open plan kitchen/lounge • NO CHAIN

£59,950

£79,950

£88,000

£89,950

£102,500

Ellerman Road, Dockland

Princes Dock, Docklands

Bethel Grove, Aigburth

Albert Dock Docklands

Devonshire Road, Princes Park N EW

• 2 bedroom apartment • Situated on the 2nd floor • Master having En-suite • Allocated parking

£102,000

• 2 bedroom apartment • Situated on the 3rd floor • Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances • DGW, 24 hour concierge and parking

£118,000

• Top floor 2 bedroom apartment • Cose to Sefton Park and Allerton • Lounge/dining room • GCH, DGW and parking

£119,950

• This is a 2 bedroom apartment • Separate kitchen • Situated on the third floor • 24 Hour concierge and parking

£219,995

andrewlouis.co.uk

• **REDUCED FROM £375,000** • 6 bedroom characteristic property • 2 reception rooms, separate kitchen • Garden and parking space to rear

£325,000

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Pall Mall ÂŁ119,950

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Walton Lane ÂŁ99,950

Mono Building ÂŁ98,950

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Focus Building ÂŁ89,950

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Waterside ÂŁ595pcm

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One bedroom apartment Second floor Convenient for City Centre Secondary glazed windows Laminate flooring Ideal for First Time Buyer

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Stunning central Atrium One Bedroom apartment Lounge/Dining room Fitted Kitchen with appliances Stylish Bathroom NO CHAIN!

Second floor apartment One double bedroom Stylish bathroom fittings Fitted kitchen with appliances Open plan lounge/dining area Easy access into city centre

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Bulloch House 10 Rumford Place, Liverpool, L3 9DG

0151 236 9660 Lettings 0151 255 2290 Sales

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

RESIDENTIAL SALES - LETTINGS The Colonnades

Wapping Dock

Alexandra Tower

Unity Building

Four bedroom luxury apartment Situated in the historic Albert Dock Secure Allocated parking Amazing unrivalled river views £605,000

Luxury first floor apartment Two double bedrooms Modern Exclusive development Two bathrooms £265,000

Amazing Views Over The Irish Sea Upper Floor, Two bedroom apartment Spacious Lounge and Kitchen Allocated secured parking £199,950

Two double bedroom apartment Secure allocated parking Residents gym 24hr concierge £850pcm

Unity Building

Canning Street

Ullet Road

Portside House

Two double bedrooms Main bedroom with dressing room Secure allocated parking Two bathrooms/shower rooms £184,950

Superb First Floor Apartment High Standard Conversion By Atrium Two Large Bedrooms Master Bed With En Suite £166,950

South Ferry Quay

Hallville Road

Tobacco Wharf

X Building

Two bedroom upper floor apartment Amazing views of the river Undercroft parking Separate lounge and utility room £149,950

Two bedroom first floor apartment One of two in terraced house Fabulously upgraded by current owners No Chain £124,950

Two bedroom duplex apartment Situated in converted warehouse Feature spiral staircase Spacious lounge & dining area £119,950

Spacious second floor apartment Two double bedrooms Sitting/dining room Secure allocated parking, Furnished £725pcm

Colquitt Street

Ellerman Road

Leeds Street

Cable House

Two bedroom Third Floor Apartment Lounge, Dining Area Fitted Kitchen Balcony Reduced To £114,950

Ground Floor Apartment Open Plan Lounge/kitchen Two Double Bedrooms, parking Low deposit options available Reduced To £99,950

Fourth Floor Apartment Spacoius Bedroom Open Plan Lounge, Fitted Kitchen Juliette Balcony £79,995

Fabulous Duplex Apartment One large Bedroom Separate Dining Room and Kitchen Spacious Lounge, Decked Balcony £695pcm

Two double bedrooms Grade II listed building Open plan style apartment Two bathrooms £155,000

New Luxury Apartment - Reduced Next to Liverpool One Second Floor, Two Double Bedrooms Newly Furnished, Secure Parking £750pcm

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WILLIAM JESSOP WAY

BEETHAM PLAZA

THE COLONNADES

FOCUS BUILDING

CABLE HOUSE

• Third Floor Apartment • River Views • Timber Decked Balcony • Two Bedrooms • Allocated Parking • Concierge Service

• Fifth Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • Open Plan Living Area • Stylish Fitted Kitchen • Secure Car Space • Stunning Views

• Second Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/Dining/Kitchen • En-Suite Bathroom • Shower Room/WC • Views Over Albert Dock

• Duplex Apartment • Fifth Floor Two Bedrooms • Fitted Kitchen • Modern Bathroom/WC • En-Suite Shower Room • Concierge Service

• Duplex Apartment • Open Plan Living Area • Kitchen/Diner • Double Bedroom • Contemporary Bathroom • Large Terrace

£174,950

£190,000

MARNELL CLOSE • Three Bedroom • Town House • Downstairs WC • Lounge/Diner • GCH, DG • Two Car Driveway

£145,000

NEW

£250,000

129,950

QUEBEC QUAY

WATERLOO QUAY

ELLERMAN ROAD

COLIN DRIVE

• Fourth Floor Apartment • Marina Location • Partial River Views • Allocated Parking Space • One Bedroom • Open Plan Living Area

• Double Glazing • Second Floor Apartment • Two Double Bedrooms • En-Suite Shower Room • Allocated Parking • Visitor Parking

• 2 bedroom apartment • Ground floor • Contemporary kitchen • Modern Bathroom • Open plan living area • Allocated Parking

• 50% Shared Ownership • DG, GCH, Conservatory • Three Bedrooms • Modern Bathroom • Driveway for 3 Cars • Side Access

£129,950

£146,500

£115,000

£67,500

NEW

£124,950

NEW

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

CINNAMON BUILDINGS, L1

MANHATTEN PLACE, L1

CABLE HOUSE, L2

ARMSTRONG QUAY, L3

CHERRY LANE, L4

• 2 Bedroom Apartment • 3rd Floor • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Parking

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

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

• 3 Bedrooms • Town House • Part Furnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Garage

• 3 Bedrooms • Cottage • Flexible Furnishings • Central Heating • Double Glazing • Gardens

£600pcm

£695pcm

£750pcm

£950pcm

£650pcm

AUGUST ROAD, L6

VINEYARD STREET, L19

WEBSTER ROAD, L21

GLENGARIFF ST, L13

ARNSIDE, L21

• 2 Bedrooms • Terrace • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating

• 2 Bedrooms • Bungalow • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens, Driveway

• 3 Bedrooms • Town House • Flexible Furnishings • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Gardens

• 3 Bedrooms • Town House • Unfurnished • Double Glazing • Central Heating • Yard

• 2 Bedrooms • Apartment • Ground Floor • Unfurnished • Central Heating • Double Glazing, Garden

£395pcm

£495pcm

£500pcm

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Come and find your perfect place For full details of all our properties visit our website

www.cdproperties.co.uk Call us on 0151 207 236 3750 6611 or email us at enquiries@cdproperties.co.uk Buckingham Place Apartments, Everton

Hudson Gardens, City Centre

Lovely 1 bedroom fully furnished apartments situated off Great Homer Street. Double glazing, warm air heating system, gated security, communal courtyard & gardens, good transport links and close to all amenities. Ideal for student!

Spacious 2 bedroom fully furnished luxury apartment located within one of the citys most prestigious developments and having lift access, intercom security system, security alarm, wooden flooring, integrated kitchen appliances, en suite shower room and terrace with cathedral views. Outstanding apartment!

From £375pcm Alderson Road, Wavertree

Lovely 1 bedroom furnished flat located in a quiet residential location, DG, intercom security and security alarm.

£425pcm

£700pcm

Minster Court, Crown Street

Wellington Avenue, Wavertree

Princes Gardens, City Centre

Garston Old Road, Garston

Kingsway Court, Vauxhall

Very nice 2 bedroom furnished apartment in an excellent city centre location. GCH, intercom, communal gardens and secure parking.

Very spacious 2 bedroom unfurnished flat situated in a very popular residential location. The property has gas central heating, double glazing, laminate flooring.

2 bedroom furnished apartment situated in a purpose built residential development. GCH, intercom, communal gardens & secure allocated parking.

£595pcm

£525pcm

£475pcm

Acorn Court, Toxteth

Riding Street, London Road

Acorn Court, Dingle

LET Spacious 3 bedroom fully furnished mid terraced property situated in an established residential area, GCH, DG and an enclosed yard to the rear.

£550pcm

Lovely 1 bedroom fully furnished flat close to Liverpool Womens Hospital, DG, GCH, intercom security and one residents parking space.

£425pcm

Henry Street, Ropewalks District

Fantastic 2 bedroom furnished apartment with its own private entrance, electric heating, double glazing, security alarm system, communal rear garden, wooden flooring & integrated kitchen appliances. Must be seen!

£675pcm

1 bedroom furnished quasisemi-detached property benefiting from central heating, double glazing, communal gardens & 1 allocated parking space.

2 bedroom furnished duplex apartment situated close to The Royal Liverpool Hospital. DG, intercom, laminate flooring, integrated kitchen appliances & lift access.

£400pcm

£750pcm

2 bedroom furnished top floor flat boasting electric heating, communal gardens & allocated parking space

£495pcm

Manhattan Place, East Village Stunning 2 bedroom luxury duplex penthouse apartment situated within the ever popular East Village. The apartment is of the highest standards throughout and boasts solid wooden flooring, electric heating, double glazing, security alarm system, video entry system, integrated kitchen appliances, en suite shower room, fitted bedroom furniture, lift access & an extensive rooftop terrace offering panoramic city views.

£195,000

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Jackson Street, Garston

Acresgate Court, Gatacre

Olney Street, Walton

Daley Road, Litherland

Cambridge Road, Bootle

First floor apt, 2 double bedrooms, unfurnished, secure parking

2 bedroom flat, unfurnished, double glazing, gas central heating, parking

3 bedroom mid terraced house, unfurnished, gas central heating

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Beatrice Street, Bootle

Norbury Ave, Allerton House

Vineyard Street, Garston

Wilson Grove, Garston

Braunton Road, Aigburth

2 bedroom mid terraced house, unfurnished, modern kitchen & bathroom, double glazing, central heating

2 rooms available, fully furnished, modern kitchen, and bathroom ,gas central heating, double glazing.

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Four best lets WHAT’S ON THE MARKET? SOUTH DRIVE, WAVERTREE, LIVERPOOL L15

VICKY VANNER lettings advisor at Amazon Management Services Ltd VIEW NOW 0151 531 9329

How much? £550 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to The property is located in a Conservation Area of L15, close to Picton Road Shopping Centre Benefits from The property has been architect designed to a very high standard Best feature Integrated appliances in high specification kitchen and patio area Agent’s view “A superb two bedroom recently refurbished apartment with large lounge, modern kitchen/dining area with integrated appliances. There is a stylish bathroom with shower, alarmed, blinds and GCH as standard. It also benefits from off road parking.”

ST JOHNS ROAD, LIVERPOOL L36

DEBBIE KNIGHT residential sales manager at Space Estate Agents VIEW NOW 0151 245 0114

How much? £800 pcm Number of bedrooms Three doubles Close to Local amenities Benefits from Double glazed, gas central heating. Two reception rooms Best feature Kitchen and dining room and all original features Agent’s view “Viewing is essential to appreciate this spacious semi with two reception rooms, dining kitchen, ground floor, shower room as well as family bathroom rear garden and off road parking.”

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT

UNITY BUILDING, 3 RUMFORD PLACE, LIVERPOOL L3

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

How much? £850 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to Liverpool ONE, the business district, train stations, Albert Dock, all the necessary amenities Benefits from Two double bedrooms, two bathrooms, fully furnished to the highest standard, spacious lounge and dining area, secure allocated parking Best feature Free residents gym, 24 hour concierge Agent’s view “A rare upper floor fully furnished apartment comes available in Unity Building. Offering fantastic city and river views, an opportunity to sample city centre living awaits our potential new residents of this fantastic apartment. The added bonus of the residents’ gym helps as well.”

WESTMINSTER CHAMBERS, CROSSHALL STREET L1

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

How much? £650 pcm Number of bedrooms Two Close to The city centre and local transport links Benefits from Spacious apartment with lift access and intercom security in a great central location Best feature Large open plan living area with modern fully fitted kitchen Agent’s view “A stunning two bedroom apartment situated in this popular development. The apartment comes fully furnished to a high standard and is in an ideal location for city centre living. The apartment comprises of two spacious bedrooms, bathroom, open plan living/dining area and modern kitchen.”

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Property remains a sound investment opportunity but with prices stubbornly high and with most mortgage providers still asking for a 10 per cent deposit, buyers are blocked out of the property market - or so it seems. Many housing associations and developers offer equity loans and shared ownership incentives to get the first time buyer onto the property ladder. Through the government incentive HomeBuy Direct, buying that perfect home, in the perfect neighbourhood, with an affordable mortgage, is just a step away.

WORDS BY DINA KARIM

THE EQUITY LOAN SCHEME Joshua and Lisa are a pair of genuine lovebirds - but wouldn’t have been able to build their nest without the help of

n Lovebirds Joshua and Lisa in the garde

of their new home

HomeBuy Direct (HBD). Despite both being in good jobs, the cost of a house was beyond the couple, who were living in cramped conditions with Joshua’s parents, dreaming of their own space. Their dreams became a reality when they heard about HomesHub, which helps working people in Merseyside and Cheshire who have been priced out of the property market. “We met at Liverpool University but when the course finished we wanted to be together but didn’t want to waste money renting,” explained Joshua. “As soon as a friend told me about HomesHub and the help you get I went on their website and a property caught our eye. By the time we got down to the office, the property had gone which was disappointing. There was two left on another development. We didn’t have time to think, it was ideal for us and we decided we needed to do it.” Through HomesHub, which is part of housing association Plus Dane Group, the couple were able to access an affordable loan for 30 per cent of the property’s value. The HBD loans are provided through ‘HomeBuy agents’ -

HomesHub is one of the government appointed HomeBuy agents who process all claims and are a one stop shop for anyone seeking affordable homes. You are eligible for the scheme if your household earns less than £60,000 and are first time buyers. With an equity loan you can buy your home with at least 70 per cent of the cost met by a mortgage and deposit, with the remaining amount paid for by the government and house builder, and is interest free for five years. At Ellergreen, in Norris Green, residential property developers New City Vision offer a choice of two and threebed semi-detached and terraced homes. On the HBD scheme, a new home at Ellergreen could cost from just £87,500. To help overcome the need to find a big deposit in order to buy a new home, there is also a no deposit and move in, rent to buy scheme. For buyers that qualify, they move in to a new Ellergreen home and pay a minimal monthly rent. Don Craven, MD at New City Vision commented: “Our policy of working with home buyers to find the best way for them to get on to, or up the

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HOT TOPIC property ladder, no matter what their circumstances, is very effective. The scheme has been a lifeline for people to get onto the property ladder.” If you fancy something in South Liverpool, Redrow Homes offers a choice of

advisor and the HomeBuy agent were excellent – all we had to do was pay the money and sign some forms,” said Rachel, a mental health nurse. If you live in North Huyton, Rainhill, Anfield, Knowsley or Bootle, Keepmoat Homes offer

£127,995 with the added bonus of either shared equity or five per cent towards your deposit.

THE SHARED OWNERSHIP SCHEME

Riverside Home Ownership develops and sells properties for New Build HomeBuy for all age groups, offering shared ownership on numerous homes. With the scheme, you buy a share of the home and pay rent on the remaining share, between 25 per cent and 75 per cent of the home’s value. The housing association owns the remaining share of the value of your home. You will then pay rent on the landlord’s share. The Seven Oaks development in Rock Ferry offers brand new two and threebedroom homes as well as two-bedroom New City Vision Ellergreen bungalows from as little as £351 per month. Buying an incentives, at Cressington equity share means you get a both the HBD, as well as their Heath, near Garston. With foot on the ladder, but with a own First Step scheme. HBD, a three or four-bedroom smaller deposit and smaller Through the First Step scheme ‘Neale’ style property, on the mortgage. Ideal for first time if you’re struggling to get on market at £182,995, could be buyers, a 25 per cent share the property ladder, you can snapped up for an initial outlay pay just 85 per cent now, with means that a hefty £10,000 of just £128,097. no interest or rent on the Christine Aitken, sales outstanding 15 per cent for up director for Redrow Homes to five years. And you still own (Lancashire), commented: 100 per cent of your home, “We’re offering with the 15 per cent different incentives only repayable to help get people when you sell moving, (or within including 10 years). HBD for With those on Lovell, lower you can incomes, purchase parta home in exchange for Birkenhead those with an (Sevenoaks), The Clarke family get their dream family home existing property Garston, to sell, or discounts Kensington, The and the chance to buy a Poplars and The show home with all the furniture Oaks (near Belle Vale), included.” Woodlee Green (near One of the couples that were Croxteth). Sevenoaks has a new helped through the scheme is show home called The Rockley, Rachael and Dave Clarke. “We a modern three-bedroom didn’t have a clue about buying a home. These new homes are A typical Riverside home house but Redrow, our financial now on the market for

required deposit becomes just £2,500. It also means that £100,000 mortgage you were struggling to get, becomes just £25,000.

HOMESHUB www.homeshub.co.uk, 0845 603 4559 NEW CITY VISION Ellergreen Marketing Suite on Utting Avenue East, Liverpool L11 5AB. 0151 256 0900, sales@newcityvisionliverpool.co.uk REDROW Cressington Heath, sales office, open Thursday to Monday from 10am to 5.30pm, 0151 345 0134, www.redrow.co.uk/cressington-heath KEEPMOAT HOMES 0151 728 1250, www.keepmoathomes.co.uk LOVELL 0151 649 0705, www.lovell.co.uk RIVERSIDE HOME OWNERSHIP 0845 155 9029, www.riverhomeownership.co.uk

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Hot & Happening HOT PROPERTY NEWS IN LIVERPOOL

WINNING AUCTION Merseyside Property Auction (MPA) achieved a 70 per cent success rate at their last auction. Kate Hughes, managing director of MPA, commented: “I am extremely pleased with the outcome of the auction which to-date has achieved a 70 per cent success rate, and I expect will rise to 75 per cent over the next few days. It was evident that sensibly priced properties, especially those at the lower end were still in strong demand. In particular Lot 1, which had a guide price of £25,000 and received competitive bidding which resulted in a sale price of £37,000 - an incredible £12,000 above guide. Realistic and sensible pricing will always remain key to the success of any auction.” MPA is now taking instructions for their next auction which is being held on July 21, at the Jury’s Inn Hotel, Keel Wharf, Liverpool. For more information visit www.mpalimited.co.uk or telephone 0151 260 9873.

Mann Island beats 'slump' Mann Island is successfully bucking the trend when it comes to city centre apartment sales. Countryside Properties are delighted with the results, since January Mann Island has achieved 24 reservations - ahead of where they projected to be at this stage. Although a recent report suggested that city centre apartment sales were at worryingly low ebb, Mann Island has transcended the current gloom surrounding the market. Peter Vella, Countryside

Properties Regional Sales Director, said: “We’re delighted with the response since we officially launched the apartments on to the market. When the market is slow you have got to have confidence in the quality of your product, and the Mann Island apartments are fully justifying the confidence we have in them.” Mann Island is iconic in its striking design of two wedgeshaped blocks containing the 376 apartments, with high quality specification and an enviable waterfront location.

Apartments start at £120,000 for one-bedroom and £163,000 for twobedroom apartments, with two and three-bedroom plus penthouse options available. Countryside also offer a shared equity scheme paying up to five per cent towards a deposit for purchasers. The sales office and show apartments are now open from 11am to 6pm daily. Just ring 0151 231 1224 to book your exclusive viewing and tour, or visit www.mannislandapartments .co.uk

Mann Island

BEAUTY CONTESTANT VISITS ELLERGREEN Beauty contest winner Hannah Zamir visited New City Vision’s Ellergreen development to thank them for their recent competition sponsorship. Nineteen-year-old Hannah Zamir won the Miss Little Miss Independent last month and is now going on to contest the Miss England crown. Don Craven, MD at New City Vision, says: “The Ellergreen

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residents were thrilled to meet Hannah and congratulate her on her win. Everyone here, along with all the staff at New City Vision, wishes Hannah the best of luck in the Miss England competition.” Becoming a bit of a beauty spot for homebuyers, the new residential community of Ellergreen is conveniently located, close to Croxteth Country Park and just five miles from the heart of Liverpool. The development offers house hunters a choice of

spacious two, three and fourbedroom houses from just £125,000. With the Homebuy Direct equity loan scheme buyers could pay just £87,500 now to own one of these houses. For more information visit the Ellergreen marketing suite, opposite St Teresa’s Church, 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

Don Craven and Hannah Zamir

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PROPERTY NEWS

Show home launched at Norris Green Village Countryside Properties has unveiled a brand new show home at Norris Green Village, in Liverpool, that showcases the stunning collection of three and fourbedroom homes on offer from as little as £88,000. With phase one due for completion this summer, buyers are urged to act fast to avoid disappointment. The new development is situated at the heart of the £200m regeneration of Norris Green. A collection of 15 three and four-bedroom, detached and semidetached homes are available as part of phase one of Norris Green Village, and can be purchased through Countryside Properties’ Shared Equity scheme. The initiative enables buyers to own 100 per cent of a property for 80 per cent of its full price. Peter Vella, Regional Sales and Marketing Director at Countryside Properties, commented: “Norris Green Village gives homebuyers a chance to become part of a landmark regeneration project in Liverpool, in an area which is

set to become a property hot spot as one of the city’s up and coming communities.” Norris Green Village has been designed to Countryside Property’s renowned design standards, with an emphasis on ensuring continuity in quality design across the mixed tenure development. Buyers who reserve their home early can also

personalise to their own taste by choosing kitchen units, worktops and tiles from Countryside Properties’ selected range. For more information visit the new show room at Norris Green Village, Stalisfield Grove, Liverpool, L11 2AN, telephone 0151 226 7299, or visit www.norrisgreenvillage.co.uk Stephen Breen

Furness Building Society is optimistic about the housing market, seeing an increase in the number of first time buyers applying for mortgages especially with fixed rate deals.

Norris Green Villiage CGI

KEY PROPERTIES SUCCESSFUL LIVERPOOL DEBUT Leading letting agent and property management company, Key Properties, is celebrating a successful Liverpool debut. The company – based in the property hub at Exchange Flags, Horton House, in the city centre – launched its Liverpool office at the beginning of this year, previously solely based in Manchester as one of the foremost agents. Key offers an impressive portfolio of sought-after, high quality city centre and waterside properties and offers prospective tenants viewings outside of traditional office hours and clients who sign up with Key can

POPULAR mortgages

benefit from an unbeatable, 24hour call service. Sam Quinn, director at Key Properties, said: “We expanded into Liverpool after unprecedented success at our two Manchester branches. Liverpool’s a great place to live and work and its vibrant city centre features some exceptional rental properties. It’s the second fastest growing economy in the UK and has exciting plans for continued inward investment.” Key Properties offers a turnkey solution, from hasslefree lettings to property management, which spans services from maintenance to fitout and property refresh.

For more information visit www.keypropertiesuk.com or telephone 0151 244 5522.

Sam Quinn

Stephen Breen, Furness Building Society’s area manager, said: “Our range of mortgages are proving popular, especially fixed rate deals as they give the buyer peace of mind and enable them to budget over a number of years. This is especially true for first-time buyers who may be on a limited income. The promise that they won’t experience a fluctuating interest rate for those first few years helps cut the worry of taking out a mortgage. It is important for people to be prepared to thoroughly review their options and take the time to get good advice from reputable organisations such as the Furness – not just go on the internet or borrow without considering where they would be in a few years’ time.” Stephen went on to say that it was encouraging to see people learning from the current challenging economic climate led to an increase in people taking advantage of protecting their payments – this makes something as big a taking out a mortgage less stressful, especially if a disaster should strike and they lost their job or became ill. You can find your local Furness branch at 18 Castle Street, Liverpool, or telephone 0151 227 3453. Your Move 23

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Own a brand new

home for under £87 per week!

HomeBuy Direct* and First Step** allow ﬁrst-time buyers to own their ﬁrst home with ease. Both schemes allow you to own 100% of your home: you pay just 70% with HomeBuy Direct, or 85% with First Step, with an equity loan for the remaining amount.

INCLUDED Interior Design & Furniture Package Worth up to £3,000!† Bring this voucher with you to claim the following: The services of an interior designer to design and ﬁt your master suite† or Curtains, carpets and light ﬁttings supplied throughout your home †

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*All offers on selected plots only, subject to status and normal Keepmoat terms and conditions. Price of £69,965 based on purchase price of £99,950, price of £72,097 based on purchase price of £102,995 when paying 70% upfront with HomeBuy Direct, with an interest-free equity loan for the remaining amount for 5 years. After year ﬁve, you will pay a fee on the equity loan of 1.75%, rising annually by the retail price index (RPI) plus 1%. Weekly mortgage cost of £86.69 based on a home at The Parks using purchase price of £73,465 using HomeBuy Direct Scheme. The mortgage is subject to status and credit scoring by the lender, the example does not represent any form of mortgage offer and does not oblige the lender to provide a mortgage. Not all mortgages are regulated by the Financial Services Authority. YOUR HOME IS AT RISK IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE OR ANY OTHER LOAN SECURED ON IT. **Price of £79,046

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Princess Park | Princess Drive Liverpool | L14 9NQ

Regency Park | Balliol Road Bootle Liverpool | L20 3AB

2 & 3 bedroom homes from £99,950

2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £99,995

or just £69,965 with HomeBuy Direct*

or just £84,995 with First Step**

0151 480 4213

0151 922 3197

Hamilton Place North Huyton | L36 8EQ

The Waterfront Pine Grove Bootle | L20 3HB

2 & 3 bedroom homes from £99,995

2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £104,995

or just £84,995 with First Step**

or just £89,246 with First Step**

Contact Princess Park

Contact Regency Park

0151 480 2896

0151 922 3197

Ratcliffe Park Rainhill | L35 4LG

The Parks | Anﬁeld | L5 6QL 3 bedroom homes from £102,995

2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes from £128,995

or just £72,097 with HomeBuy Direct*

or just £109,646 with First Step*

0845 450 3855

Contact Princess Park

0151 480 4213

Don’t miss out!

based on 85% of purchase price of £92,995, price of £89,246 based on 85% of purchase price of £104,995, using First Step shared equity scheme with an equity loan for the remaining amount. † Interior Design Package available on selected housetypes only and includes meeting with interior designer supplied by Keepmoat, make-up and delivery of furniture, installation of design and supplying light ﬁttings to the total value of £3,000. Curtains, carpets and light ﬁttings option up to the value of £3,000 subject to use of nominated Keepmoat suppliers. Offers valid on reservations made by 31/05/2011 and subject to use of nominated Keepmoat Solicitors and suppliers, terms and conditions apply. Details and prices correct at time of going to press. Images representative only.

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5.49% Fixed until 30th June 2014

ONLY

1 0 % DEPOSIT

NEEDED F OR OUR

Fixed Rate Mortgage

Reverting to our Standard Variable Rate for the rest of the mortgage, currently

5.44% The overall cost for comparison is 5.6% APR

No product fee to pay YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DON’T KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.

r Available for purchase only r Mortgage interest calculated monthly r An early repayment charge will apply if you repay all or part of your mortgage within the fixed rate term r 10% overpayment allowed each anniversary year during the fixed term r Valuation and legal fees payable by the applicant

Call into your local branch or call

0800 220568

Always with your interest at heart Head Office, 51-55 Duke Street, Barrow in Furness, Cumbria LA14 1RT Furness Building Society is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority and is entered in its Register under number 159624. The Society is covered by the Financial Ombudsman Service and has a complaints handling procedure. A copy of the complaints handling procedure is available on request. A member of the Building Societies Association. Rates correct at time of going to press.

Princess Road, L8 - Sefton Park Refurbished modern 2-3 bedroom unfurnished duplex apartments available, prices starting from £550 to £650.

Solid wooden flooring Open plan kitchens with oven/hob Tiled bathroom with shower Double glazing

Gas central heating Caretaker on site 24 hours a day Intercom system & CCTV Electric gated off road parking

www.goldingestates.co.uk Contact Golding Property Services on 0151 228 7777 Pictures are from the show apartments and may vary.

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NEWS

Hot off the press LIVERPOOL’S LATEST NEWS

A specialist property show The venue for this year’s Merseyside Landlord Expo has just been announced and free tickets are now available to download.

Council and Weightmans Solicitors. There will also be a dedicated programme of seminars running throughout the day, from health and safety issues, to saving on

property tax and making the most of your property portfolio in the current market. If you would like to visit the show go to

The successful Expo, now in its third year, is taking place on Thursday, September 22, from 10am to 4pm, at the Crowne Plaza hotel, in Liverpool city centre. There will be over 40 exhibitors showcasing specialised services to landlords and property owners from the six borough councils. It is Merseyside’s premier source of free information, advice and great deals for landlords and lettings professionals. Some of the exhibitors showing this year include Go Direct Lettings, Halton Borough Council, Knowsley Council, Liverpool City Council, Sefton Council, St Helens Council, Wirral Metropolitan Borough

www.merseysidelandlordsexpo.com to download your free tickets now. To book a stand and exhibit at this exclusive event contact Joanne Tait on 0151 709 3871.

Jones & Chapman’s stand at last years Expo

NEW DEPUTY LORD MAYOR APPOINTED Councillor Sharon Sullivan has been appointed the new Deputy Lord Mayor of Liverpool. Cllr Sullivan who is the Labour Member for Central ward, has been a councillor for nine years.

Councillor Sharon Sullivan

During her year in office, Cllr Sullivan said that she wanted to make sure the role of dockworkers and merchant seamen and women in Liverpool is better recognised. She said: “All the men in my family worked on the docks and travelled out to sea and I think there needs to be more acknowledgement of the huge contribution dockworkers and merchant seamen and women have made to our city. That’s something I’m very keen to focus on during my time in office as Lord Mayor. I’m very humbled and honoured to be nominated as Deputy Lord Mayor. It’s the one of the highest honours that can be bestowed on

anybody who lives in and loves this city.” The full time councillor has a 16year-old son and her husband, Jack sadly passed away last year. “I know Jack would have been very proud of me. I also know that I couldn’t have achieved what I have achieved in life without him. Ultimately, I am the people’s servant – and that will be at the heart of everything I do as Lord Mayor.” Cllr Sullivan is also a talented vocalist in her own right. She sang on stage at the Philharmonic Hall with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra in 2008 at a special concert to honour the city’s best pub singers. She also scooped the ‘Councillor Idol’ award in 2009 for her rendition of Cole Porter’s ‘Every Time We Say Goodbye, in aid of the Lord Mayor’s charities.

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Vicky Wray and fiancé Rob Williams recently moved into a modern threebedroom home at Gleeson’s Montreal Gardens development in Huyton, Merseyside.

We both grew up nearby so we were keen to stay near our families but still wanted to be close to the buzz of the city centre and be near the motorway network so we could have a quick commute to work. Huyton ticked all the boxes plus it’s exciting to see all the changes happening locally in Stockbridge Village. New shops and cafes are popping up everywhere and they have just reopened the leisure centre, which is great. It really feels like an ‘up and coming area’.

We considered a number of new build developments but nothing compared to Montreal Gardens. Some of the developments we went to seemed very overcrowded yet Montreal Gardens is much more spacious with plenty of open spaces and off street parking so you don’t find cars clogging up the roads. There is also a real mix of people moving in, from young couples like us to families and older couples. Everybody is very friendly and there is a lovely community feel.

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Initially we didn’t think we would be able to afford a brand new home but Sandy, Gleeson’s sales negotiator at Montreal Gardens, was really helpful and explained that they offered a number of schemes to help first time buyers like us purchase a new home. We took advantage of the Aspire scheme, which meant that Gleeson matched the 5 per cent deposit we had already saved, paid £500 towards our legal fees and paid our valuation fee.

We wanted a house, which would suit us as a couple but, had the space to raise a family in the future. We decided to buy the Napoli three-bedroom home as it has plenty of living and storage space. The spacious kitchen diner is great for entertaining and we love the lounge with French doors to the rear garden. Upstairs, we have three good-sized bedrooms, one with an ensuite, which is a real luxury. Our travels are our biggest interior inspiration. We have collected a number of pictures and souvenirs during our time abroad and it’s great that I now have a home to showcase them in. The didgeridoo reminds us of the time we spent in Australia. We saw the knife block in Selfridges but shopped around and paid less from an internet site. We also splashed out and bought a new sofa with a ‘snuggle’ chair, which fits beautifully in our new lounge. We are looking forward to having BBQs and entertaining friends over the summer in our new garden and we are saving hard for our fairy tale wedding and honeymoon next summer.

Gleeson’s homes at Montreal Gardens are open Thursday to Monday 10am to 5pm. For more information telephone 0151 482 0863 or visit www.gleeson-homes.co.uk

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Olympics organisers are seeking inspiring individuals to carry the Games torch through Liverpool.

Who do you think would be a worthy candidate? To find out more and make a nomination visit www.london2012.com/games/olympic-torch-relay

“Even though I’m an Everton supporter I think Jamie Carragher would be a good choice. From what I’ve read I think he gives a lot to the city and he’s a very popular player with young fans. You don’t see him falling out of clubs like you do with other footballers. He seems genuine.”

Stephen Pearson contact centre worker, Old Swan

“Rex Makin is a long established local figure who has made a solid name for himself in Liverpool, and I like the column he writes. I think he would be a good representative for Liverpool. He’s always spoken up for the city and I think he does quite a lot for charity. I definitely wouldn’t want a footballer as a torchbearer.”

Alan Gibbons street trader, Dingle

“A young player from one of Everton’s 26 disability teams would be a really cool choice. The teams are run as part of the side’s Everton in the Community Scheme. It is a unique scheme that has won recognition all around Europe. The players are aged from 10 upwards and they do really, really well. They are a fantastic inspiration to anyone.”

Suzie Parker press officer, Walton

“Marie McCourt, who has helped hundreds of people in very difficult circumstances. She set up Support After Murder and Manslaughter, which helps the families of people who have been killed. She runs a lot of fundraising events locally at St Mary’s in Billinge in St Helens. She has helped a lot of young people and their families and is definitely an inspiring figure.”

Sheila Hertzberg Retired, St Helens

“Father Peter Morgan, the priest at St Anne’s and St Bernard’s parish in Toxteth and Edge Hill would be a worthy person to choose. He’s well known in the Catholic community and you always see him racing round doing good for people. In particular he does a lot of work to help asylum seekers, and even puts them up in the presbytery. Volunteers help too by collecting furniture and clothes to help get them set up in rented accommodation.”

Margaret Kievan retired social worker, Childwall

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Moving? HOMES FOR SALE/TO LET L4 £109,950 Parthenon Drive Priory Properties are pleased to offer this three bedroom town house, situated in a popular residential area, close by are shops, schools & public transport. ideal family home with through lounge, gas central heating, double glazing and garden to rear plus driveway to front for car, ornate railings, view by appointment only

L15 £124,950 Alderson Road 3 Bed Mid Terrace, Double Glazed, Two Reception Rooms, Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom Space Estate Agents 0151 245 0114

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Priory Property Services 0151 260 0300 £98,000 Watford Rd On Offer is this delightful three bedroom terraced property, situated off Priory Road Liverpool 4. the property has the benefit of central heating, double glazing, two reception rooms, fitted kitchen, large hallway, cellar under stairs. ideal family home. view Priory Property Services 0151 260 0300 £89,950 Wenlock Rd We are pleases to offer this terraced property situated off Priory Road, Liverpool 4. the property benefits: three bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, dg, ch, yard

£449,995.00 £199,950 Station ono Mather Road Avenue Large 3 Bed4House bed detached, incl 1 Bed Front Granny lounge, FlatRear lounge, (no chain). openWell planpresented dining room property kitchen, in downstairs sought after cloakroom area. Spaciously separateplanned, w. c. 3 double recently bedrooms extended1 and largeredesigned. single. Separate bathroom Viewing isand highly toilet. recommended Large doubletolength garage appreciate parking what forthis several property cars.has Fully to enclosed offer. Main garden house with consists raisedofdecking open plan area. living room with archway to dining Contact room (French Dave: 07901 doors 556 onto850 garden) and fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances. 2 bedrooms upstairs with fitted wardrobes, designer bathroom with jacuzzi bath. Granny annex consists of open plan living room (French doors onto garden) / second fully fitted kitchen with 1 additional bedroom and a second ensuite bathroom. PVCu Double Glazing, Central Heating, Large Garden, Off Street Parking, Loft space.

Priory Property Services 0151 260 0300 Contact 07720 321667 £65,000 Naseby St We are pleased to offer this terraced property situated off County Road, Liverpool 4. the property benefits: two bedrooms, through lounge, fitted kitchen, bathroom, dg, part ch, rear yard. Priory Property Services 0151 260 0300

L26 £245,000 Wood Road No Chain, UPVC Double Glazed, 3 Reception Rooms, New Fitted Kitchen, Family Bathroom, Gardens Front Side & Rear Space Estate Agents 0151 245 0114

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L7 £99,950 Garthowen Road 3 Bed Semi, Cul-de-sac position, Double Glazed Gas Central Heating, Lounge, Dining Room, Garden to Rear Space Estate Agents 0151 245 0114

L8 £94,950 Princes Court Sixth Floor Apartment, Two Double Bedrooms, Private Terrace, Private Parking and Garage, Communal Gardens, No Chain

£139,950 Yelverton Close Offers Considered, Double Glazed, Gas Central Heating, Lounge, Dining Kitchen, Front & Rear Gardens

Amazon Management Services Ltd 0151 351 9329 £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 £650pcm Argyle Street A furnished first floor apartment in the heart of the City Centre. The property comprises two large double bedrooms, one with ensuite, lounge, kitchen and main bathroom. Viewing is a must!! Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £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 From £595pcm Renaissance Building A selection of 1 and 2 bed furnished and unfurnished apartments based in the heart of the City Centre. Open plan living areas with fitted kitchens. Early viewings are recommended. Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

L3 £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, parking spaces Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £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

£69,999 Ferrier Road 2 Bed End Town, UPVC Double Glazed, Gas Central Heating, Lounge, Fitted Kitchen, Gardens off Road Parking

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

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£500pcm Cornwallis Court Converted Flat, second floor apartment, On bedroom, Furnished, Contact City office for viewing Venmore 0151 236 4400

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L1 £780pcm Gambier Terrace Superior 2 double bedroom, unfurnished flat. Available immediately Brian Ellis 0151 236 5550 £750pcm Staten Court Well presented fourth floor 2 bed furnished apartment close to the city centre. Open plan lounge/diner, ensuite to master bedroom, balcony and parking

£925pcm Quebec Quay Spacious 2 bed penthouse apartment. Located on the Marina overlooking the River Mersey, 2 large bedrooms with ensuites, dressing room/walk in wardrobe Balcony with views of the marina, Secure parking

£575pcm Lisbon Building A well presented furnished two bedroom apartment based in the City Centre. Property benefits from modern furniture throughout, kitchen with all integrated appliances, two bedrooms, bathroom. Close to all amenities including, bars, shops, bus services and rail links.

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£500pcm Renaissance Building One Bedroom, Fully Furnished, Fitted Kitchen, Immaculate Bathroom, Superb Location, Close to all amenities Venmore 0151 236 4400 £495pcm One Park West Studio apartment, Fully furnished, Located on the 6TH floor, Open plan lounge/kitchen, High specification kitchen, Available immeadiatley Venmore 0151 236 4400

£850pcm Alexandra Tower Luxury 2 bed apartment in Alexandra Tower, Spectacular river views, Furnished to a high standard throughout. Open plan living area, Fitted kitchen, Bathroom & En-suite, Secure parking Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £825pcm Wapping Quay Two Bedrooms, Warehouse Conversion, Fully Furnished, Large Apartment, Balcony, Secure Parking Venmore 0151 236 4400 £775pcm Kings Dock Fully furnished, Fantastic location, Brand new development, Astounding view's, Secure parking, Luxury city living Venmore 0151 236 4400

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Contact for viewings: Marshallets 0151 427 1986

£475pcm Renshaw Street We are offering this first floor, 2 bedroom property in a location close to Liverpool’s many shops, bars, restaurants and within walking distance of University sites. The flat offers a lounge, 2 double sized bedrooms, bathroom with separate shower cubicle and modern kitchen with oven & hob, GCH, DG, laminate flooring throughout, blinds on windows and secure intercom entrance. Deposit, References and Guarantor Required

Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

£59,950 Manningham Road On offer is this delightful two bedroomed terraced property, situated off Priory Road Liverpool 4. this property has double glazing & central heating, fitted kitchen, through lounge, bathroom and yard to rear. ideal starter home. no chain

Norgate St, L4 £33,000 We are pleased to offer this two bedroom terraced property. the property is in need of refurbishment.

£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.

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//// HOMES FOR SALE/LET £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

£595pcm City Quay Fabulous two bedroom furnished ground floor apartment. With entrance hall, fitted kitchen, lounge, two bedrooms and bathroom, it benefits from DG, GCH and secure allocated parking.

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£750pcm Chandlers Wharf Luxury 2 bed apartment, Excellent city centre location, Fully furnished, Double bedrooms, Bathroom & en-suite, Balcony, Secure parking

£595pcm Ellerman Road 2 Bedroom 3rd floor apartment located in a sought after area City Quay Riverside Drive. The apartment consists of an open plan lounge/kitchen, includes white goods. Gas Central Heating, allocated parking with secure gated access.

£400pcm Sleepers Hill This is a recently refurbished two bed terrace house. The accommodation comprises: good size living room, separate kitchen, two double bedrooms and bathroom. Situated close to local amenities and easy access to Liverpool City Centre. Unfurnished Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321

Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038

£550pcm Alison Place 3 Bed Semi, Gas Central Heating, Lounge, Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom Space Estate Agents 0151 245 0114 £550pcm Gorton Road 3 Bed Semi, Double Glazed, Gas Central Heating, Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom, Garden

£400pcm Elm Road 2 Bedroom Terrace located in Walton Village. The property has a Large Through Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, Double Glazing, Gas Central Heating. The property is ideal for a family.

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£400pcm Olney Street 3 Bedroom Terrace, Large Through Lounge Fully Fitted Kitchen. The property has Gas Central Heating and is Double Glazed. This house is ideal for a family.

£450pcm Oceanic Road 2 Bed Mid Terrace, Double Glazed, Lounge, Fitted Kitchen, Bathroom

£495pcm Runic Road 2 Bed End Terrace, Double Glazed, Lounge, Fitted Kitchen, Shower Room

Castle Estates 0151 738 1619 £695pcm Peter House A 2 bed furnished apartment in the heart of the financial district, with balcony, ensuite to master bedroom and secure allocated parking.

£575pcm Armstrong Quay 2 bed first floor apartment situated within easy travelling distance of city centre. Offered unfurnished. Parking.

Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 £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.

£575pcm Circle 109 Modern 1 bed apartment, Excellent central location just off Duke Street, Fully furnished, Balcony, Secure parking

£650pcm Ellerman Road 2 bedroom fully furnished 2nd floor apartment Located in a sought after location of Liverpool .This property briefly comprises of 2 double bedrooms/en suite to master, fully fitted open plan kitchen and diner which has new carpets. It benefits from high quality furnishings curtains and all white goods. Great location close to the city Centre and Liverpool Docks- walking distance to Brunswick train station. There is secure gated access and allocated parking. Castle Estates 0151 738 1619 £650pcm Hamilton House Luxury 2 bed apartment, New development on Pall Mall in the City Centre, Fully furnished, Balcony, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen Cuddly Bears 0151 706 8038 £625pcm The Reach Luxury 2 bed apartment, Popular development on Leeds Street, Short walk to Waterfront & City Centre, Fully furnished, Double bedrooms, Fitted kitchen

£550pcm Pall Mall Spacious 1 bed flat. 3rd floor. Kingsize bedroom. Central location. 2 minutes walk from Moorfields. Sep kitchen. Designer bathroom. Immediate availability. Call Steve 07815 000 333 550pcm Pall Mall Large 1 bed flat. 3rd floor secure, quiet and spacious. Central location, 2 minutes walk from Moorfields. Sep kitchen, designer bathroom. Ideal for professional couple. Newly decorated. Parking permits available. Available end April/beg May

£625pcm City Quay Luxury ground floor fully furnished two bedrooms/two bathrooms apartment, appointed to a high specification throughout. Guardian Property Lettings Ltd 0151 702 9090

L5 £550pcm The Collegiate One bedroom luxury apartment. Fully Furnished. Fitted Kitchen. Kitchen Appliances. Balcony. Secure Parking

Castle Estates 0151 738 1619

L6 £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 parking

Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515

L4 £460pcm Harrow Road Recently refurbished 2 bedroom terraced house available in popular location on Harrow Road, close to Stanley Park. The property benefits from DG and a newly installed central heating system, new kitchen with white goods, living room, dining room, 2 double beds. Pantheon Property Services 0151 735 1001

£575pcm Parkfield Road Two bed grd flr flat with GCH. Recently refurbished. Worth inspection. Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515 £375pcm Parkfield Road One bed flat with GCH Clement-Evans Properties 0151 727 1515

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£550pcm London Road We are pleased to offer for let this new build furnished apartment in the heart of the City Centre near to the Liverpool Royal Hospital. The property comprises: hallway, open plan kitchen/dinner, two bedrooms and bathroom Andrew Louis 0151 330 5321 From £450pcm Bold Place Compact 1 bed apartment, Excellent central location, On the corner of Bold Street & Berry Street, Fully furnished, Fitted kitchen

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After 15 years in the wilderness pop’s Prince Charming is back. The most iconic figure of the post punk era Adam Ant – real name Stuart Goddard – earned global success and a cult following with singles like Antmusic, but in recent years also hit the headlines for his ongoing battle with depression. Now raring to stand and deliver he’s about to launch a 14 date tour and play in a string of summer festivals including Rebellion in Blackpool. He reveals to Your Move what audiences can expect.

INTERVIEW BY EMMA PINCH

What can we expect from Adam Ant on tour in 2011? I haven’t sung for 15 years and I’ve established a new band and a new look. There are three girls, three boys and me. We’re going to play everything from my repertoire, including some rare stuff from my early period. I’ve been to Liverpool a number of times, but this is the first in a long time. I played at Eric’s, when the Human League and The Teardrop Explodes were around. What happened to the dandy man with the stripe across his nose? I like to go forward – I’ve got a very low boredom threshold. I’ve got a new character, the Blueblack Hussar, from the name of my album, The Blueblack Hussar in Marrying the Gunner’s Daughter. He’s the character who started in 1980 with a stripe across his nose and I thought, what would he look like 32 years later? He was born as a sort of war torn character, used to a sort of sartorial correctness. I imagine him as a French hussar who walked to Moscow and had a fight. He’s older, he’s harder, they killed him, but he can’t be killed – he’s like the Terminator. He’s me coming back to life. You practically created the New Romantic movement. What does style 36 Your Move

mean to you? Style isn’t about money it’s about consistency. It’s about wearing something no one else is wearing. People thought punk was about safety pins but it was all over by then. [Dressing up] is escapism for me and the audience. You need it. The shirts I wore in 1981 were representations of those worn in the Charge of the Light Brigade in the1790s. I’m releasing a menswear line with Pimpernel (a clothing line that specialises in 18th century inspired pieces) and I’ve been going to museums in Paris to look at drawings. I’m taking elements of what I created in the past too. You’ve been vocal about your bipolar diagnosis. How has the condition influenced your career? I have a problem with the term bipolar. I’d rather be nuts. You’ve got to be crazy to do what I do. If you look at people termed bipolar I can’t think of anyone who hasn’t had it who’s any good. You set out to make a success of things but you don’t quite know what is involved. I was just exhausted. I became a cyborg with flesh over the top. It was not having anyone behind me saying, ‘have a rest now’ and I ended up in a nut house. I am up and down because to write songs there has to be dark and light. You have to have passion. MTV voted you sexiest man in America in 1983. Do you still have that massive female following? Not really. It got crazy. I got 60,000 letters a day. Maybe I’ve got that to look forward to. I think I’ll be able to deal with it.

• Adam Ant & the Good, the Mad and the Lovely Posse play at Liverpool O2 Academy on May 28. Tickets cost £22.50 and are available from the box office on 0844 477 2000 or via the website on www.o2academyliverpool.co.uk

ANT FILE BORN Stuart Goddard on Nov 3 1954 in Marylebone, London.

––– EDUCATION Marylebone Grammar School, Hornsey College of Art.

––– CAREER Played bass in Bazooka Joe in 1975, and then formed a group of his own, The B-Sides, eventually re-assembling as The Ants. Ant acted in Derek Jarman’s punk film Jubilee in 1977 and with his band released first album Dirk Wears White Socks in 1979. In 1980 Kings of the Wild Frontier, sparked Antmania across the UK. Prince Charming with Stand & Deliver enjoyed similar success. The band split in 1982 and Adam went on to solo success with Goody Two Shoes. He hung up his mic to concentrate on acting in the US, appearing in shows like Northern Exposure and Tales from the Crypt. In 2006 he released his autobiography, Stand and Deliver, and 2010 marked his return to live music.

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Photo credit Hannah Domagala

TALENT IN THE CITY

“Style is about wearing something no one else is wearing.”

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INTERIOR DESIGN

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

SOLAR POWER At the bottom of the garden... Every year I am faced with the same dilemma. We have no outside lighting in the garden and as a family we enjoy eating outside on summer evenings. I usually end up with lots of candles on the table but with two small children this causes its own problems. Of course the best solution would be to install outside lighting, but at the moment we have a limited budget and couldn’t afford this additional expense. Do you have any solutions that could restore peace to our household and let us enjoy the beautiful summer evenings once again?

Have you got any ideas how I could create a sanctuary for adults at the bottom of our garden? I would ideally love to have a space were we could relax and entertain guests without them having to dodge footballs, splashes from the paddling pool, or being chased by bicycles. I adore the idea of an outside room but have no idea how to create such a space. Do you have any suggestions how to create or where to buy such a room? The Eco Cube is a modern update of the traditional log cabin. The structure is made by the company Ecospace and could be the perfect structure to create that sanctuary you are looking for, away from the demands of family life, a space for you to relax and entertain. The room is a made from sustainable Cedar wood and can be designed around your specification. The roof can be reinforced enabling you to hang hammocks and heavy lanterns, and the raised decked floor area would be perfect for cushions and beanbags. The perfect relaxed lounging space. www.ecospacestudios.com

GET TOGETHER Solar lighting seems to be the perfect answer for your question. This form of lighting is relatively stress free and is a very safe option to use around little ones. It costs less and is easier to install than traditional outdoor lighting and doesn’t involve burying cables around the rest of your garden and also there would be no increase to your energy bills. I have found these fantastic lights in IKEA that I think would be perfect for you. Each light costs £22.46. The Solvinden solar powered table lamp is 14cm high and comes in four different colour ways. I love the lime green lamp and think this would look great in a garden day or night. The lights come with three rechargeable batteries, when fully charged will give approximately full light for four hours. www.ikea.com

We have recently had a raised stone, semi circular patio created in the corner of our garden. It is the perfect location for an outdoor table and chairs. What style of table do you think would suit the space the best? We like entertaining and would like the table to seat 10. An oval table or circular would work particularly well in this raised area. I love the Venezia table and chairs from BHS which can accommodate up to 10 people. Not only does the circular design look good, but the whole set is a real conversational starter perfect for social gatherings. www.bhs.co.uk

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TABLE TALK THE ITALIAN CLUB 85 BOLD STREET, LIVERPOOL

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mack in the middle of knowledge, to maximise its a period of trimming sales potential. and downsizing are “And I think we also stand out two Liverpool in the level of service we offer. In ventures doing 13 years of working as an estate precisely the opposite. agent, I know just how vital good One is new West Derby-based communication is, whether it’s estate agents called, via phone call or even a text or appropriately enough, Space, and email. Just keeping in regular the other is city centre restaurant contact – it’s not rocket science, The Italian Club, which has but clients really appreciate it.” expanded its premises, opening Earlier this year the business hours and menu. expanded into the lettings market So a happy match is made and offers a very competitive when I meet Space residential property management fee of just sales and lettings manager five per cent – around half the Debbie Knight at the Bold Street average sum. eaterie to sample its new We chat in the new dishes and ample interior. extension of The Space opened for Italian Club, light residential sales last flooding through “Communication the French year when a cloud of gloom still hovered windows behind with clients over the housing us. Owner Rosaria is vital” market. Crolla has restored Why? the ground floor of “We found there was a her restaurant to its niche for an estate agent that original splendour. Gold offered a one stop service for and white décor with gleaming home finding and selling, and chandeliers does its elegant mortgage and legal needs,” dimensions justice, while black explains Debbie. and white snaps and a rustic “We also take care to value a white sofa inject homely charm. house at a realistic price, based Rosaria created The Italian on experience and local Club to bring to Liverpool the

fresh, unfussy dishes that Italians Milanese (£9.95), a classic dish of enjoy when they go out to eat. thinly beaten, breadcrumb-coated My seafood salad starter, chicken breast served with curly Insalata di Mare (£6.75), is fries and salad. uncompromisingly Italian. A “I like a big plate of bounteous dish of naked grub to tuck into,” she squid rings, octopus says approvingly. “I “The tendrils and mussels hate it when you doused in vinegar, oil get a huge plate breadcrumb and garlic and served with a tiny bit of coating is very on salad leaves, it food in the middle tasty.” carried with it a real of it. The chicken blast of the sea. is moist and the Debbie’s starter, Zuppa breadcrumb coating del Giorno (£3.50) was good is crispy and very tasty.” bowl of leek and mushroom soup, The Italian Club’s drizzled with cream – light, but expansion has enabled it to wholesome. introduce a new pizza menu. I’ve Over it, mum-of-two Debbie, chosen a Signor Maurizio pizza from Halewood, reveals she (£7.50) – named in honour of the speaks from experience when she restaurant’s Italian chef – topped advises people on moving house. with tomato, mozzarella, Parma “I’ve moved seven times,” she ham and fresh basil. It’s exactly says. “That’s the thing about this how I like my pizza and just how job, you see something and think, they bake them in Rome, with a ‘I can’t let that go, I’ll move’.” thin base and the merest whisper And there’s plenty to inspire of tomato sauce. her. The Club’s just recruited its “It’s never the same one day to newest members. the next,” she says. “You can go from looking at a two up two For more information about down one day to a footballer’s Space Estate Agents visit house the next. I feel very lucky www.spaceestateagents.co.uk to be doing something I love.” or call 0151 245 0114. Debbie’s main was Pollo Your Move 43

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Go Liverpool Contents June – August 2011 elcome to the quarterly lifestyle guide to summer in the city. We’ve compiled a guide to the best music, theatre, comedy and art to see and do, with pick of the crop for kids and all the latest lifestyle news. Boyband East 17’s Tony Mortimer shared with us some of his favourite things on page 62 and get the festival look with our top fashion finds on page 54 & 55. Enjoy!

45 Go Out Magazine Your favourite lifestyle supplement 47 Kid’s Pick Pick of the crop for families Cover Story 49 - 51 Go Guide The best events for June, July & August Cover Story 54 & 55 Go Get the Look Festival Fit 57 Go News All the latest lifestyle news 59 Previews Film, comedy and music in the city 61 Go Dance & Club Nights Santa Chupitos 62 My Favourite East 17’s Tony Mortimer

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THINGS TO DO WITH A YOUNG FAMILY 28 MAY – 5 JUNE/ Downy Duckling Week at Martin Mere

Ocean Day. Takes place 11-3pm. Go to www.nationaltrust.co.uk for more information or call 01704 87949. Free. 4-5 JUNE/ National Family Week Liverpool ONE’s Chavasse Park plays host to a wealth of free activities for National Family Week, a UK-wide celebration of family life. Sporticus from TV show LazyTown will lead a keep fit routine and Got to Dance finalists Dance Dynamix take to

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With eggs hatching, new born chicks and duckling nurseries, Downy Duckling Week is a chance to meet some of Martin Mere’s newest arrivals. Plus families can go behind the scenes to understand the magical science behind the duck to duckling process. There are also guided walks, den building crafts and a new attraction, canoe safari on offer. Go to www.wwt.org.uk/martinmere for details. Adult tickets cost £9.85, children’s cost £4.80. 1 JUNE AND 11 JUNE/ Nature at Formby FREE!

Get to grips with nature and have fun with crafts, games and activities at two free events at Formby Squirrel Reserve. The first is a Woodland Fun Day exploring the wildlife in the woods and the second day finds out what lives on the beach and in the sea, to celebrate World

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the stage. In addition there are story-time sessions, facepainters, an inflatable assault course, cooking workshops and arts and crafts also on hand. Liverpool Cathedral meanwhile is offering family prayer based activities. Visit www.nationalfamilyweek.co.uk for more information. Free. JUNE 11-12/ Wirral International Kite Festival This two day aerial spectacular is a flier again, with spectacular displays, models and kite-making workshops for all the family. The event will showcase artistic kites, giant inflatable kites, sports and power kites, kite-flying demos by international expert, plus a funfair, trade stands and a food court. Kite-making workshops cost £1.50. Takes place at The Dips, New Brighton, 11am4.30pm. For more information call 0151 666 3188. FREE!

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JUNE 25/ Fireman Sam Join Fireman Sam at St Helens Theatre Royal for the first ever Pontypandy music festival with a very special guest star booked by Station Officer Steele. Norman Price and Mandy Flood are told to stay out of mischief but Norman is determined to find out who the superstar guest will be at any cost – meaning trouble for Fireman Sam. Call 01744 756000 for tickets and information. Tickets cost £13 for adults and £11 for children.

6-7 AUG/ Victorian Jollies Weekend Punch and Judy, Victorian posy making, dressing up, story telling and stalls by the dozen provide old-fashioned fun at Speke Hall for all the family. Runs from 12-4.30pm Call 0151 427 7231 for more details. Normal admission rates apply.

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Calling all budding archeologists. Join experts at the World Museum for hands on sessions to celebrate the Festival of British Archeology. Visitors will be able to watch a flint knapper make stone tools, hear stories of how the Romans lived and learn more about Ancient Egypt and Greece from museum curators. Visit www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/kids for more details.

14 AUG/ Fantastic Mr Fox Following their sell-out tour of James and the Giant Peach last year Illyria are back with an even bigger Roald Dahl favourite – The Fantastic Mr Fox. Mr Fox has to pit his wits against the firepower of his farmer neighbour. This vibrant play will be staged in the magical surroundings of Ness Gardens. Suitable for children aged five plus. For more information visit www.liv.ac.uk/nessgardens. Tickets cost £12.50 for adults and £6 for children.

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Howard Read, Laughterhouse Comedy Club, Slaughterhouse Pub

Evita Liverpool Empire Theatre

26 Wirral Folk on the Coast Festival Bromborough

18-19 Africa Oye Festival Sefton Park Your Move 49

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Brasilica Festival, city centre

Secret Diary of Adrian Mole, Unity Theatre

Legally Blonde Empire Theatre

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On The Waterfront Presents Made In Liverpool, Pier Head

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Liverpool Pride 2011, city centre

Knowsley Flower Show, Court Hey Place

Blondie, Liverpool O2 Academy

12-13 Jason Manford, Liverpool Empire

Liverbird Watching and Discovery Cruise Liverpool Cruise Liner Terminal

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Creamfields, Daresbury, Cheshire

Dolly Parton, Liverpool Echo Arena Your Move 51

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The popular Kozi restaurant, in Rainhill, continues to attract praise from locals for its excellent food and service. The award winning Kozi, with its swanky bar and modern British restaurant, continues to be a top attraction for food lovers. Enjoy Monday’s two-course evening meals for only £10, Tuesday to Thursday is two courses for £11.95 but still offering A La Carte and specials, Friday

and Saturday offers a wide range A La Carte menu and specials. On the last weekend of the month enjoy a three course meal and cabaret for £35 per person. As well as the standard menu, they also have a Seafood Speciality board, which contains a selection of freshly caught seafood. To book a table telephone 0151 430 7323, or visit www.kozirestaurantrainhill.co.uk. Visit the restaurant at 4 Station Road, Rainhill, Prescot, L35 0LL.

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Move a step closer to university by taking one of Blackburne House’s Access to Higher Education courses in ICT or Humanities this September. Blackburne House, on Hope Street, is an Education and Training Centre for Women, whose two access to university courses prepare women 19 and over for study at university. It is designed for people who would like to enter further education but left school without the usual qualifications such as A-levels. The cost of the courses varies from person to person as they are partly funded and depend on individual circumstances. Blackburne House also offer part time courses in subjects ranging from Construction to Chef Skills and Web Design. For more information visit www.blackburnehouse.co.uk or telephone 0151 709 4356.

Top promotion at interior designers Interior designer Helen Kaufman has been promoted to head up the South Liverpool Elaine Cunningham store, taking customer service to a new level.

Elaine Cunningham - and is now the senior head of interior design at the Aigburth store as well as overseeing the Chapel Street store. Elaine said: “Not only has Helen built up a loyal client base, she is also an interior designer personal shopper, which means she goes out to client’s homes with new product giving Helen, who graduated from LJMU with a fine art an unrivalled personal customer service.” degree and UCLan with an interior design degree, had previously headed up Emma Laitham has been the BoConcept Liverpool promoted to head the BoConcept store. store - also owned by

With Father’s Day just around the corner, why not treat your dad to a three course lunch at Blundell Street for only £19.95 and one child goes free with every two adults. The unique restaurant is Liverpool's leading venue for food and live entertainment, with great imagery of all the world’s leading musical greats, together with an eclectic rustic ambience. Set out over two floors, there’s a stage for the live acts to perform, together with a large dance floor for you to strut your stuff. Treat your father to a day he won’t forget. To book a table telephone 0151 709 5779.

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ANDERSON’S BAR UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP New owner Gary Heaney has transformed Anderson’s Bar into an elegant lounge bar, offering up a delicious new menu and a top venue for hire for special occasions. The bar, based on Exchange Street East, has announced its new traditional British menu with a modern twist

from its new award-winning chef. The venue is also available for hire, specialising in wedding celebrations. The sophisticated bar is open from midday to 11pm, Monday to Friday, with food served from midday to 3pm and 5pm to 8pm, and is available to hire out at the weekend for weddings, birthdays, christenings and corporate functions. To book the venue telephone 0151 243 1330.

Following the success of last year’s Afternoon Tea on the Green, as part of the Wirral Year of Food, Port Sunlight Museum & Garden Village, on Bridge Street, are taking the tea party to a beautiful new location in the heart of its charming garden village. Enjoy the summertime with glorious gardens, mellow music and delectable local dishes at Port Sunlight’s Afternoon Tea in the Dell, on Sunday, June 5, from 1pm to 4pm. Your Move 57

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THE MUSIC ROUND UP Never disappointing, the live music scene in Liverpool has something for everyone over the next few months. Former Supertramp frontman Roger Hodgson plays The Philharmonic on May 29, The Wicked Whispers launch their first EP at The Kazimier on June 4. The talented producer and singer James Blake will perform at LGoS on the 5th. Ladytron are back at St Georges Hall on June 10 and ‘mesh’ musicians KOF will play 02 Academy on the 25th. American pop punksters Blink 182 have been rescheduled to play the Echo Arena on July 12 or enjoy some hip hop from NDubz on July 21st. And finish off with Blondie at the O2 Academy on August 1.

HARRY POTTER AND THE DEATHLY HALLOWS: PART 2 The highly anticipated conclusion to the Harry Potter franchise is finally here - out in cinemas on July 15. Although we all know how the popular J K Rowling series ends, the final film will see the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalate into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one is safe, but it is the eponymous Harry Potter who may need to make the ultimate sacrifice as he draws closer to the climatic showdown with

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arch-enemy Lord Voldemort. The hottest film of the summer, with release in 2D, 3D and IMAX.

Howard Read

This June, Laughterhouse Comedy has a veritable smorgasbord of comic talent for your delight and delectation, right here in Liverpool - with at least six comedy events each week. On June 15, the Slaughterhouse welcomes acclaimed comedian, Phil Nichol, in a one-off appearance this month previewing his Edinburgh Festival show, The Simple Hour. June 17 and 18 heralds the appearance of one of the UK’s rapidly rising stars Howard Read, the creator of Big Howard Little Howard, the world’s first ever human cartoon double-act. Keeping it all together are regular MCs Ste Porter, Chris Cairns, Neil Fitzmaurice and Sully O’Sullivan. Hosted at Fenwick Street’s The Slaughterhouse and The Slug and Lettuce on North John Street. To book your tickets telephone 0151 227 5946 or visit www.laughterhousecomedy.com.

ARTS René Magritte (1898–1967) is one of the most revered and popular artists of the 20th century. This summer Tate Liverpool presents René Magritte: The Pleasure Principle, the first major exhibition of the Belgian surrealist in the UK in ten years. The Pleasure

Principle aims to focus on the less explored aspects of Magritte’s life and artistic practice. Featuring major works from across the world and from all stages of the artist’s career, The Pleasure Principle displays over 100 artworks, many not seen before in the UK.

René Magritte: Golcon da 1953

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G DANCE & CLUB NIGHTS

CLUB EVENTS COMING SOON JUNE 2/ Abandon Silence 1st Birthday Abandon Silence present their birthday celebrations with headline slots from Joy Orbison and Alix Perez at The Shipping Forecast. Drum & Bass, Electronica £7. 9pm - 3am.

THE BEST CLUB NIGHTS IN TOWN

Santa Chupitos WHERE: Santa Chupitos, Slater Street

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’: This hidden gem of a cocktail lounge, with rustic decor and graffiti-sprayed walls, is known for its delicious and expansive cocktail list. Try the Grenade and get blown away.

HOT! PICK

4/ Chibuku End of Term Party For all who get summer holidays this is the perfect way to start the summer, with Fake Blood, Benga and Boy 8Bit at The Masque. Hip hop, Dubstep. £14. 10pm - 3am. 8/ AV. Verde Peacock and Discoteca Poca's own Mr Paul, Denzil, Lukas, Jack Brown, Scott Grant, Getwhat?! and Setz at Revolver, Birkenhead. Underground House. £2. 4pm - 12am.

11/ G Bar present g-boat 2011 G-bar set sail on the River Mersey once again with DJ's John Cotton, Dave Bennett, Wayne Cuddy and Carlton Hudson. House, Tech house. £25. 8pm - 7am.

15/ Dirtbox Soundsystem A night of dubstep and drum and bass, headlined by Dodge and Fuski. Powered by a custom built 13kw sound system at The Picket Warehouse. Drum & Bass, Dubstep. £7. 10pm - 6am. 16/ Chaya Dance to Dave Graham, Alan Hartley, Jason Herd, Anton Powers and DJ Ian Longo on Saturday nights at Chaya. House. Free. 9pm - late.

22/ The Friday Stock Exchange Where the true party animals stomp their feet. Every Friday night at Chameleon Bar, resident DJ Jack B drops the latest indie, rock and old skool tracks around. Free. 8pm - 11pm. 30/ Kingdom Saturdays The most fashionable house music from Dave Whelan and Thomas Tuft at Kingdom every Saturday. House. £5. 9pm - 4am.

AUGUST

24/ Atlas&i Atlas&I, Evarose, Saving Paris and Last Regards play The Masque. Alternative, Hardcore/Hardstyle, Metal, Punk, Rock. £5. 7pm - 11pm

25/ Circus The house club is back with Lewis Boardman, Alex Wolfenden, Scott Lewis and Sean Stephenson at Circus, in The Masque. All House. £15. 10pm - 3am.

JULY 2/ Revenge

Demand, Reflex, Vibes and Livelee at Hard Dock, Liverpool. Club Classics, Drum & Bass. £12.50. 9pm 4am.

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Anton Powers Triple Dee Paul Nunn & James Glover Benny Shameless present a night of the very best house music around at Tobacco Warehouse. All House. £10. 9pm - 5am.

9/ Hard Dock reunion Hard Dock Reunion Part 2 (1994-96 The Later Years) with DJs Brisk, Stu Allan,

6/ Indigo Missing the student nights, head down to Liverpool John Moores Student Union and dance to alternative rock the way you used to. Alternative, Indie, Rock. £3 plus first drink free. 9pm - 3am.

26-28/ Creamfields

HOT!

PICK The multi-award winning dance festival returns to Daresbury, in Cheshire on August Bank Holiday weekend with the biggest electronic line up you'll see anywhere this year including Annie Mac, Andy C, Tiesto, The Chemical Brothers, David Guetta, Eric Pridz and more. £10 - £230.

28/ Deep Vibes DayTime Party Deep Vibes residents & guests to enjoy the Bank Holiday at Studio 2 Parr Street. Deep House, Disco, Chilled Out Techno. Free. 3pm - late.

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My favourite with... EAST 17’S TONY MORTIMER Original boybanders East 17 were London’s edgy answer to Take That. Their pop/rap sound saw the four lads from Walthamstow rack up 18 top 20 singles with hits like House of Love and Let It Rain and sold more than 20 million records worldwide. Now, after some well documented ups and downs, they have reunited to hit the tour trail once again. Your Move finds out about some of frontman and songwriter Tony Mortimer’s favourite things.

Thing about Liverpool

Its history. You’ve got the Beatles and the rest of the massive Merseyside beat that engulfed the Sixties and the magnificent Liverpool football team of the Seventies and Eighties.

Bar

Oddly enough I'm going with the Adelphi hotel which was my first place to stay in Liverpool and so I'll never forget it, or the bar there. Happy times.

Musician

So many to choose from, maybe Bob Marley (whose father was a Liverpudlian I believe). His style of writing was simple yet brilliant. Tough question that.

Book

The Easy Way to Stop Smoking by Allen Carr. Totally changed my life.

foreign destination

Florida, I just love everything about it. OK not the 'gators but Disneyland, the weather, the waterways, the big roads and of course the cheap houses.

Item of clothing

My grey hooded lounge around trackie. For those days off when 'feet up and chill' is the order of the day.

Way to relax

A massage, I’m addicted. I suffer with a back problem and it flares up every now and then so I have a massage probably at least once a month.

Food

Chinese. Italian is a close second but I love the taste of Chinese.

EAST 17 IN CONCERT... East 17 play at the Liverpool O2 Academy 2 on July 17. For tickets visit www.o2academyliverpool.co.uk or call the box office on 0844 477 2000.

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