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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM // ISSUE 337

26 APR – 09 MAY 2013

LIVERPOOL’S GUIDE TO PROPERTY & CULTURE

HOUSE HUNTERS’ GUIDE TO LIVERPOOL Find your dream home +

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EDITOR’S LETTER... Here at Your Move we’re big believers in the saying ‘a change is as good as a rest’ so for the last fortnight we’ve been working hard on some brand new, exciting features to give your favourite magazine a little spring shake-up. If you’ve ever wondered whether your landlord is allowed to hike your rent or you’re not sure how to deal with problem neighbours you’ll love our new Ask the Experts page where we do our best to get your property questions answered. There’s also the chance to get to know the property professionals in Liverpool with our new Curriculum Vitae and Time Out pages. Plus if you’re looking for the hottest new finds on the high street or want to know more about the latest restaurants opening in the city check out our brand new What’s in Store? and Food & Drink pages. And if that’s not enough we’ve got all your usual favourites including a fantastic ‘house hunters’ guide to Liverpool’ Hot Topic. Enjoy! CHRISTINE TONER Editor christine@movepublishing.co.uk

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36 Six Best Lets The best of the lettings market 42 Event Abode celebrates office expansion 45 Curriculum Vitae Phil Lawton of Sutton Kersh reveals all ON THE COVER

48 Hot Topic The house hunters’ guide to Liverpool

Living ON THE COVER

65 Interiors Hot seats 67 What’s Happening? Marathon success for Your Move’s Dominique Jones 69 What’s in Store? Highlights of the high street 70 Talent Rising stars Outfit chat to Your Move

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53 Ask the Experts Your property questions answered ON THE COVER

55 Hot off the Press Besopke luxury living at Beatles birthplace

73 Event Poetry & Painting 75 What’s On? Look/13 photography festival

57 News New branch plans for Andrew Louis

77 Food & Drink City Wine Bar & Kitchen review plus the best spots for alfresco dining

61 Time Out Getting to know the property professionals

78 Streetlife Liverpool’s first St George’s Day Festival

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Four best buys WHAT’S ON THE MARKET?

MARTIN ROAD, ALLERTON L18

VICTORIA BEILIN sales and lettings assistant, BE Property VIEW NOW 0151 428 1769

How much? £254,999 Number of bedrooms Three Close to The property is located between Cooper Avenue South and Broudie Avenue and is situated within close proximity to Allerton Road and all its amenities including shops, bars, restaurants and supermarkets. West Allerton railway station is also nearby. Benefits from Fully–fitted kitchen, conservatory and ample outdoor space. It has recently been rewired and has a new boiler installed. Agent’s view “This property is situated in an exceptional location and has been tastefully renovated and modernised throughout. This property is a perfect family home in an enviable area.”

LIGHTOAKS DRIVE, HALEWOOD L26

SEAN MARSHALL senior consultant, Marshall VIEW NOW 0151 427 1986

letting • management • sales How much? £289,950 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Schools and amenities, leisure facilities, green space and within close proximity of the motorway network. Benefits from Ultra modern kitchen, spacious conservatory, four bedrooms with the master bedroom benefitting from a walkin wardrobe and en suite bathroom.

Agent’s view “This is a fantastic detached home with many outstanding features including a master suite with a walk-in wardrobe, three spacious bathrooms, conservatory and ultra modern kitchen both with patio doors leading to a well sized garden and decked area.”

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PROPERTIES FOR SALE SOUTHPORT ROAD, LYDIATE L31

KATE GOSTELOW associate partner, Loc8 Estate Agents VIEW NOW 0151 526 0021

How much? £699,000 Number of bedrooms Four Close to Local amenities of Central Square in Maghull, medical and leisure centres and on the doorstep to the Leeds-Liverpool Canal. Benefits from Set in approximately half an acre, on beautifully landscaped manicured gardens. Contemporary fitted kitchen, luxury features throughout. There are four spacious bedrooms, two of which boast en suite facilities. Porterage entry system. Agent’s view “This outstanding contemporary accommodation is close to local amenities, but also benefits from being close to the semi-rural villages of Haskayne, Halsall and Ormskirk. This property must be viewed to fully appreciate the vast amount of space on offer.”

ROCKLAND VILLAS, ALLERTON ROAD L18

ANDREW WILLIAMS new business manager, Andrew Louis VIEW NOW 0151 330 5321

How much? £159,950 Number of bedrooms Two Close to Allerton Road’s fashionable shops, bars and restaurants and Calderstones Park. Benefits from Secure allocated parking, gas central heating and UPVC double glazing, as well as two bathrooms and a high specification on accommodation. Agent’s view “A truly exceptional apartment in a prime south Liverpool position. Affording immaculately presented accommodation, this apartment is well placed for all the amenities of one of the most sought after areas of the city”.

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W NE

£850,000

£799,500

DUNSDON ROAD, L25

COTSWOLD, WOOLTON PARK, L25

Executive detached residence, beautiful & established location, stylish accommodation over three floors, impressive reception hall, cloakroom & wc, beautiful & spacious lounge, formal dining room, office with furniture

Beautiful detached residence, substantial gardens, a redevelopment opportunity, planning permission granted, five bedrooms over ground & first floor, lounge & dining area, conservatory & dining kitchen, sitting room & study

W NE

OIEO £499,500

£449,950

BOWER ROAD, L25

DOWNHAM WAY, L25

Impressive detached residence, established & desirable location, accommodation over two floors, four bedrooms over ground & first floor, established surrounding gardens, bright & spacious lounge/dining room, GCH, DG

Detached dormer bungalow, enjoying a substantial plot, accommodation over two floors, mature gardens, entrance porch & reception hall, four bedrooms over two floors, warm air heating system, garage & double driveway, without chain

W NE

W E NERIC P

£475,000

£410,000

PARKGATE CLOSE, L17

THE MEWS BARKHILL ROAD, L17

Executive detached house, spacious accommodation over two floors, established & desirable location, dining kitchen with sitting area, fitted kitchen with appliances, utility room & five bedrooms, family bathroom & wc, GCH, DG

Victorian coachmans cottage, part of a former large estate, stunning reception hallway / sitting room, spacious & attractive lounge & dining room, bespoke poggenpohl kitchen & utility room, two double bedrooms, CH

W E NERIC P

£399,950

£375,000

CHILDWALL PARK AVENUE, L16

GRANGE LANE, L25

A detached house, promiment position, established & desirable location, accommodation over two floors, well proportioned gardens, formal dining room, lounge & morning room, fitted kitchen & conservatory, four bedrooms

Attractive detached property, well presented, vestibule entrance, reception hall, open plan lounge/dining room, study & morning room, modern fitted kitchen, integrated appliances, five good sized bedrooms, shower room

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W E NERIC P

W NE

W E NERIC P

£335,000

£325,000

£309,950

£264,950

KENILWORTH CLOSE, L25

COOPER AVENUE, L18

PRIORY LODGE, L18

CHILDWALL VALLEY RD, L16

Extended detached house, five bedrooms & two bathrooms, three reception rooms, kitchen, DG, GCH

Extended semi detached, lounge & sitting room, morning room through to kitchen, four bedrooms

Unique detached lodge house, sitting room & lounge, two double bedrooms, ensuite bathroom

Extended semi detached, four reception rooms, four bedrooms, lounge & conservatory, dining room

W NE

W E NERIC P

£249,950

£239,950

£237,500

ASHLAR ROAD, L17

HOLMEFIELD ROAD, L19

SHENLEY ROAD, L15

ABBOTTSHEY AVENUE, L18

Extended semi detached, four bedrooms across two floors, dining kitchen & conservatory, living room

Semi detached house, lounge & sitting room, morning room & kitchen, three bedrooms, GCH

Extended semi detached house, in need of modernisation, four bedrooms, Lounge, utility

Extended semi detached house, three bedrooms & bathroom, extended breakfast kitchen & utility

W NE

£229,950

£220,000

NORTH BARCOMBE RD, L16

DULVERTON ROAD, L17

Traditional semi detached, lounge & dining room, morning room, kitchen, three bedrooms, GCH

Attractive end terraced house, three bedrooms & bathroom/wc, extended modern kitchen, GCH

W E NERIC P

W NE

£219,950

HILLFOOT ROAD, L25

TORRINGTON ROAD, L19

Extended semi detached house, lounge & dining room, kitchen & three bedrooms, GCH, DG

Traditional semi detached, three bedrooms, front & rear gardens, lounge & sitting room/dining room

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W NE

£215,000

£199,950

£197,500

£184,950

SCORE LANE, L16

REDWING LANE, L25

ROSE BRAE, L18

MAYFIELD GARDENS, L19

Extended semi detached, extended rear, family dining kitchen, lounge/dining room, three bedrooms

Semi detached house, desirable position, accommodation over two floors, three bedrooms

Exceptional end terraced property, two double bedrooms, entrance hall, lounge & dining room

Double fronted mid town house, three bedrooms, spacious through lounge, dining room & kitchen

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

W E NERIC P

£179,950

£172,500

£163,000

£145,000

WAVERTREE GREEN, L15

MACKETS LANE, L25

BELGRAVE ROAD, L17

SOUTHMEAD ROAD, L19

Extended semi detached, spacious accommodation, four bedrooms, lounge & dining room, sitting room

Semi detached house, lounge & dining room & kitchen, three bedrooms, front garden & driveway

Spacious terraced house, accommodation over three floors, four bedrooms to first & second floor, GCH

Extended end terraced property, three bedrooms, front & rear gardens, offered without chain

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

£142,500

£139,995

£139,950

BARNDALE ROAD, L18

WATERGATE WAY, L25

BRIARDALE ROAD, L18

ST ANNES COURT, L17

Extended mid terraced, three bedrooms, in need of some modernisation, lounge & dining room

Semi detached house, three bedrooms, gardens to front & rear, lounge/dining room & fitted kitchen, GCH, DG

Mid terraced house, two bedrooms study, lounge dining room, kitchen, bathroom & wc, GCH

Purpose built second floor apartment, three bedrooms & garage, offered without chain, spacious lounge

W E NERIC P

W NE

£134,950

£130,000

£79,950

£69,950

BRIARDALE ROAD, L18

STANFORD CRESCENT, L25

SOUTHDALE ROAD, L15

BRUNSWICK STREET, L19

Mid terraced, well presented throughout, vestibule entrance & reception hall, lounge, two bedrooms

Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, offered without chain, generous sized rear garden, conservatory

Mid terraced house, two bedrooms plus attic room, lounge, central heating, offered without chain

Mid terraced, requires modernisation, entrance hall, lounge & dining room kitchen, two bedrooms

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W NE

£250,000

£189,950

£175,000

£161,950

THE COLONNADES, L3

WATERLOO WAREHOUSE L3

HATTON GARDEN, L3

QUEBEC QUAY L3

Third floor apartment, two bedrooms, secure allocated parking, dock views, open plan living area

Second/third floor duplex apartment, open plan living area, two double bedrooms, fitted kitchen

Duplex penthouse apartment, secure allocated parking, two bedrooms, bathroom/wc, en-suite

Fourth floor apartment, river views, two bedrooms, living room with juliette balcony, fitted kitchen

W NE

N PR EW IC

£145,000

£139,950

£129,950

£117,500

BEETHAM TOWER, L3

HAWKSHEAD STREET, PR9

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3

ELLERMAN ROAD, L3

Fourth floor apartment, two bedrooms, fitted kitchen, living room, en-suite shower room, bathroom

Mid town house, three bedrooms, through lounge diner, kitchen, family bathroom, gardens, garage

Second floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, double glazing

Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living room, modern kitchen, bathroom, parking

W NE

N PR EW IC

£99,000

£94,950

£92,495

£89,950

NATIONAL BANK, L3

ALBERT EDWARD RD, L7

CHANCELLOR COURT, L8

MARGARET ROAD, L4

Third floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern kitchen, bathroom

End terrace house, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kicthen, family bathroom, rear yard

Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, modern kitchen, contemporary bathroom

Three bedrooms, town house, extended lounge, luxury bathroom, extended fitted kitchen

W NE

N PR EW IC

£85,000

£79,850

£60,000

£45,000

SIDNEY ROAD, L20

CABLE YARD, L2

FREEHOLD STREET, L7

MARINA HOUSE, L22

end terraced house , three bedrooms, two reception rooms, stylish dining kitchen, family bathroom

80% shared equity, third floor apartment, close to city centre, balcony, two double bedrooms

Top floor flat, one double bedroom, living room, modern kitchen, contemporary bathroom

Ground floor, studio bed sit, intercom system, lounge/bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, anti space

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W NE

W E NERIC P

£220,00

£210,000

£189,950

£175,000

HILDA ROAD, L12

EATON ROAD, L12

ALVANLEY ROAD, L12

THOMAS LANE, L14

Large semi detached, 4 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, extended kitchen, bathroom, DGW & GCH

Semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, porch & hallway, 2 reception rooms, conservatory, garage

Extended semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, lounge & dining room, extended fitted kitchen

Extended semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, lounge & dining room, conservatory, DG, CH

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

£170,000

£168,500

£154,995

£149,950

BLACKMOOR DRIVE, L12

TURNBERRY CLOSE, L12

ELMTREE CLOSE, L12

HARBERN CLOSE, L12

Semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, entrance porch & hallway, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom

Extended semi detached property, no chain involved, 3 bedrooms, vestibule, lounge, dining room

Extended semi detached property, three bedrooms, spacious lounge, extended dining room, utility room

Extended semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, lounge & family room, extended dining kitchen

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

£135,000

£134,995

£134,950

£129,950

MULLWOOD CLOSE, L12

BURGHILL ROAD, L12

MIDHURST ROAD, L12

PORTELET ROAD, L13

Semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, lounge with feature fire, dining fitted kitchen, conservatory

Extended semi detached, 3 bedrooms - master ensuite, vestibule, lounge, extended kitchen, conservatory

Detached property, no chain involved, 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, conservatory, DG, GCH

Semi detached property, 3 bedrooms, entrance hall, lounge & dining room, fitted kitchen, gardens, GCH

W E NERIC P

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

£125,000

£120,000

£100,000

£99,950

LINGMELL ROAD, L12

RUSSIAN DRIVE, L13

GRANGE AVENUE, L12

EAST LANCASHIRE RD, L11

Semi detached property, no chain involved, 3 bedrooms, porch & hall, lounge, breakfast kitchen, DG, CH

End Terrace property, no chain involved, four bedrooms, lounge & dining room, morning room

End Town house property, 2 bedrooms, vestibule, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, gardens

Extended mid town house, three bedrooms, through lounge/dining room, kitchen, rear lounge

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W NE

W E NERIC P

£99,950

£95,000

£92,500

£89,950

KINMEL CLOSE, L4

BALMORAL ROAD, L6

MADELEY STREET, L6

MOSCOW DRIVE, L13

Semi detached property, no chain involved, 2 bedrooms - master ensuite, lounge, kitchen, rear garden

Terrace, three bedrooms, no chain involved, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, rear garden

Well presented 2nd floor apartment, open plan lounge/fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, CH, DG

Mid terrace property, full refurbishment required, 5 bedrooms, no chain involved, 2 reception rooms

W NE

W E NERIC P

W NE

£86,750

£85,000

£74,950

FAVERSHAM ROAD, L11

EAST PRESCOT ROAD, L14

TILSTON CLOSE, L9

LAURISTON ROAD, L4

Mid town house property, no chain involved, recently refurbished, 3 bedrooms, lounge, dining fitted kitchen

Mid town house property, 3 bedrooms, hall, lounge & dining room, kitchen, shower/wc, gardens

Mid town house property, no chain involved, 3 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom

Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, central heating, double glazed

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W NE

£60,000

£54,950

ELDERSFIELD ROAD, L11

ESMOND STREET, L6

Mid terrace property, 2 bedrooms, entrance hall, lounge, dining kitchen & antispace, storage room

Terrace property, 3 bedrooms, entrance hall, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc

W NE

£50,000

CHERRY LANE, L4

SCEPTRE ROAD, L11

Ground floor apartment, no chain involved, 2 bedrooms, communal entrance door & hallway, lounge, kitchen

Mid terrace property, no chain involved, 3 bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen & utility, DG, CH

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W NE

£1,000pcm

£995pcm

£950pcm

TITHEBARN STREET, L2

SOUTH MOSSLEY HILL RD

LEEDS STREET, L3

HATFIELD CLOSE, L12

Penthouse apartment, parking, large roof terrace, large open plan living area, two bedrooms, bathroom

Four bedrooms, semi detached, two reception rooms, modern kitchen/diner, downstairs w/c

Penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms, sixth floor, furnished, bathroom, large terrace, car space

Extended four bed semi detached, lounge, fully intergrated kitchen/family room, sitting room

£695pcm

IVANHOE ROAD, L17

BRAMPTON DRIVE, L8

Duplex apartment, two bedrooms, furnished, lounge, kitchen / dining room, master ensuite

Semi detached house, 3 bedrooms, central heating, furnished, cul-de-sac position, popular area

£675pcm

£650pcm

HERONDALE ROAD, L18

SPRINGFIELD CRES, L36

Terraced house, 3 bedrooms, fitted kitchen, unfurnished, bathroom, popular area, GCH, DG

Three bedroomed detached house, unfurnished, lounge, dining room, kitchen/diner

W NE

£860pcm

W NE

£550pcm

£495pcm

£425pcm

TORPOINT CLOSE, L14

SANDEMAN ROAD, L4

FINCHAM ROAD, L14

SPRINGBANK ROAD, L4

Modern town house, three bedrooms, double glazed, gas central heating, spacious through lounge

Town house, three bedrooms, unfurnished, gas central heating, double glazing, lounge, gardens

Mid town house, three bedrooms, double glazed, gas central heating, downstairs wc, kitchen

Terraced house, two bedrooms, through lounge, kitchen, bathroom, unfurnished, CH

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Sunbury Road

Oban Road

Lower Breck Rd

£93,000

£89,950

£84,950

EPC D, two bed town house, garden to the rear and patio, central heating, Double glazing

EPC C, terraced, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, central heating

EPC D, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, central heating

EPC D, three bedroom terraced, property is close by local shops, schools & public tranport

EPC D, terraced, three bedrooms,two reception rooms, kitchen, shower room

Redford Street, L6

Breckside Park, L6

Harrow Road

Monestary Road

Globe Street

£76,000

£67,950

£65,000

£64,950

£45,000

EPC D, three bedroom end of terraced, double glazing & central heating. lounge and fitted kitchen

EPC RATING D, two bedroom middle floor apartment, double glazing & central heating.

EPC D, three bedroom, reception room, kitchen, bathroom, rear yard

EPC E, teraced, four bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen/diner, CH, DG, rear yard

EPC D, two bedroom ground floor flat, central heating & double glazing, bathroom, kitchen

Robarts Road

Twickenham Street, L6

£44,950

Terraced, three bedrooms, two reception rooms, kitchen, bathroom, yard, chain free

Two bedrooms, reception room, CH, DG rear yard, in need of upgrading

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city sales - 0151 330 5333 Pansy Street, Kirkdale EPC Rating: C

Harebell Street, Kirkdale EPC Rating: D

Old Hay Market, City Centre EPC Rating: F

£45,000

£59,950

£74,950

• Traditional mid terrace house • Two reception rooms • Three bedrooms • NO ONWARD CHAIN

• Traditional terrace house • Two double bedrooms • Immaculate condition • NO ONWARD CHAIN

Royal Quay, Docklands EPC Rating: C

£129,950

Hatton Garden, City Centre EPC Rating: E

NEW!

• Second floor apartment • Two double bedrooms • Bathroom & en suite • Secure allocated car parking

£129,950

NEW! PRICE

• Loft style apartment • Superb open plan living • Secure allocated parking • NO ONWARD CHAIN

Manolis Yard, City Centre EPC Rating: H

NEW! PRICE

£74,950

£109,950

• Third floor apartment • Double bedroom & balcony • Views to William Brown Street & St George's Hall

• One bedroom apartment • Prime city centre location • No onward chain • Ideal investment or first time buyer

• 2 Bedroom 4th Floor Apartment • Fitted Kitchen • Laminated Flooring • Close to all Amenities

City Quay, Docklands

Manhattan Place, City Centre

South Ferry Quay, Docklands

EPC Rating: D

EPC Rating: B

EPC Rating: C

SALE AGREED

Bold Street, City Centre EPC Rating: G

£149,950

NEW!

• First floor apartment • Superb open plan living, balcony • Two large double bedrooms • NO ONWARD CHAIN

£169,950

£187,500

• Spacious duplex penthouse • Two bedrooms • En-suite to main bedroom • Allocated car space

• 2 Bedroom Duplex Apartment • Master Suite to Top Floor • Juliet Balcony • Parking

city lets - 0151 330 5321 Stanley Street, City Centre EPC Rating: C

£375pcm

NEW!

• Studio apartment • Heart of City Centre • Gas central heating • Secure entry system

Princes Gardens, City Centre EPC Rating:

£525pcm

Sleepers Hill, Anfield EPC Rating: D

EPC Rating: D

• Two bedroom flat • Ground floor • Neutral décor • Ideal for a couple

South Ferry Quay, Docklands EPC Rating: C

NEW! PRICE

£425pcm

• Two bedroom terraced house • Part - furnished • Close to local amenities • First months rent half price

• 2 Bed Unfurnished Apartment • Close To Sefton Park • Excellent Transport Links • Viewing Essential

Southbank Road, Fairfield

£525pcm

Derwent Court, Aigburth EPC Rating: C

NEW!

• Traditional 3 bedroom terrace • Fitted kitchen • GSC & DG • Viewing is recommended

Pall Mall, City Centre EPC Rating: B

Emery Street, Walton EPC Rating: D

£400pcm

EPC Rating: E

NEW! PRICE

Belvidere Road, Princes Park

£495pcm

NEW! PRICE

• 3 Bedroom Terrace • Unfurnished • Fitted Kitchen • UPVC Glazing & GCH

NEW!

The Reach, City Centre

• 2 Bedroom Apartment • Unfurnished • Secure entry, Allocated Parking • UPVC Glazing

Staten Court, City Centre EPC Rating:

£625pcm

£750pcm

• Furnished 1st floor apartment • 2 bedrooms • Excellent river views • Parking space

• 2 Double Bedroom Apartment • Open Plan Living • Furnished • Timber Decked Patio

• 2 Bedroom Apartment • En-suite to master • Furnished • Allocated Parking

NEW!

NEW! PRICE

• Two bedroom apartment • Newly Refurbished • New Furnishings! • Allocated Parking

@Andrew__Louis

• 4 bedroom apartment • Heart of city centre • Furnished • Gas central heating

Kings Dock Mill, City Centre

From £600pcm

NEW! PRICE

• Two bedroom apartment • Heart of city centre • Balcony • Secure allocated parking

Stanley Street, City Centre

£1100pcm

NEW! PRICE

EPC Rating: C

EPC Rating: S

£675pcm

£495pcm • Mid terrace house • Two reception rooms • Three bedrooms • Available immediately

EPC Rating: G

£600pcm

Chirkdale Street, Walton EPC Rating: C

Jugglers Yard, City Centre EPC Rating: S

NEW!

£1100pcm • 3 Bedroom Apartment • En-suite to master • Breakfast bar/ dining area • Floor to Ceiling windows

NEW!

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Whatever your property needs all signs point to

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New office opening soon in Old Swan! If your looking to sell or rent your property through this branch then please call us on 0151 330 5321 to find out about our special offers

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W NE

Hatton Tower

£94,950

Circle 109

£112,000

Tithebarn Street £115,000

The Anchorage

£120,000

• Two bedroom apartment

• Business District Location

• Two bedroom apartment

• One bedroom apartment

• Balcony

• 5th floor apartment

• Recently refurbished & redecorated

• Open plan living area

• Ropewalks area

• Two double bedrooms

• Living & dining area

• Centrally located

• Secure allocated parking

• Open plan living area

• Balcony

• Fixed term renal in place

• Ideal first time buy or investment

• Allocated parking

• £652.40 gross rent pcm

• Energy Efficiency Rating - C

Hudson Gardens £139,000

South Ferry Quay £229,950

W NE

D CE DU RE

• Investment opportunity

Princes Dock

£129,950

Waterloo Quay

£132,000

• 9th floor apartment

• Two double bedrooms

• Corner apartment

• Penthouse apartment

• Conran designed development

• Balcony

• Two double bedrooms

• Secure lift directly into the apartment

• Two bedrooms

• No chain

• Floor-to-ceiling windows

• Two double bedrooms

• Master en-suite

• Stamp duty exempt

• Two balconies

• Balcony with views over the Marnia

• Views of the River Mersey

• 24-hour security

• Secure underground parking

• Allocated and visitors parking

• 24-hour concierge

• Allocated parking

• Energy Efficiency Rating - E

The Colonnades £295,000

One Park West

Merchants Quarter £425,000

The Colonnades

• River facing apartment

• Three DOUBLE bedrooms

• Penthouse apartment

• Two double bedrooms

• Master en-suite

• Three double bedrooms

• Exposed brick features

• Large open plan living area

• Wrap around terrace

• Double parking space

• Panoramic views

• Dual aspect City & River views

• ***No chain***

• Parking available for an additional fee

• Allocated parking

• Energy Efficiency Rating - D

• Energy Efficiency Rating - C

• Duplex penthouse • Corner aspect over River Mersey • Two double bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms • Balcony with views towards Welsh Hills • Two parking spaces • Energy Efficiency Rating - E

£399,950

42 Castle Street, Liverpool L2 7LA 0151 242 6490

£450,000

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SALES

W E D NE AS SE PH LEA RE

Mann Island

Prices from £675pm • Apartments in Phase Two available now • Brand new development • One and two bedrooms • Furnished • City and River views • Secure parking available (additional charge) • Energy Efficiency Rating - C, Environmental Impact Rating - B

Tower Building

Waterloo Quay

TY K ER EE OP E W PR TH OF

Arguably Liverpool's most iconic waterside development, Mann Island is located in the famed Liverpool waterfront between the Three Graces and the Albert Dock, and in close proximity to Liverpool One. These brand new, one and two bedroom apartments are offered furnished, with an open plan living, kitchen and dining area. Also benefitting from secure fob access and 24hr concierge, the apartments are available now.

Prices from £99,000

Set on Water Street in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, Tower Building is one of Liverpool's finest listed buildings and is located directly opposite the iconic Liver Buildings and The River Mersey. A phased release of a selection of one, two and three bedroom apartments, some of which include allocated parking. The building benefits from a 24-hour Concierge service and a superb City Centre location. All the apartments are generously proportioned and viewing is highly recommended. Energy Efficiency Rating - C, For further information on individual apartments, or to arrange a viewing, please contact us on 0151 242 6490. NE W

The Colonnades

£450,000

Well-presented top floor apartment located in the Grade l* listed Colonnades development within The Albert Dock. Briefly comprising open plan living area, separate kitchen, three bedrooms, master en-suite and family bathroom. The apartment offers many original features such as exposed brickwork and boasts amazing views over the River Mersey and beyond. Also benefitting from secure allocated parking, an additional storage room and 24-hour concierge. Viewing highly recommended. Energy Efficiency Rating – D.

£122,000

A well-presented ground floor apartment situated in the popular Waterloo Quay development. Briefly comprising open plan lounge and dining area, fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, master en-suite and family bathroom. The apartment has views across the dock and a small private terrace area. The property benefits from 24-hour manned security, one allocated parking space and visitors parking. Energy Efficiency Rating – E.

AVAILABLE TO LET: One Park West – Furnished studio - £500pcm One Park West – Furnished studio - £550pcm Kings Dock Mill – Furnished one bed - £550pcm One Park West – Unfurnished one bed - £575pcm South Ferry Quay – Furnished one bed with parking - £575pcm Waterloo Quay – Unfurnished two bed with parking - £600pcm Kings Dock Mill – Furnished two bed - £625pcm The Reach – Furnished two bed with parking - £625pcm One Park West – Furnished one bed - £650pcm 65 Pall Mall – Unfurnished two bed - £650pcm Kings Dock Mill – Furnished two bed with parking - £675pcm Waterloo Quay – Furnished two bed with parking - £675pcm Shaws Alley – Furnished two bed with parking - £725pcm Ability Penthouses – Furnished one bed - £725pcm Gambier Terrace – Unfurnished two bed with parking - £750pcm Quebec Quay – Unfurnished two bed with parking - £795pcm South Ferry Quay – Furnished two bed with parking - £900pcm Ability Penthouses – Unfurnished two bed - £1100pcm Mann Island – Unfurnished two bed with parking - £1150pcm North Quay – Furnished two bed with parking - £1250pcm West Tower – Part-furnished two bed with parking - £1450pcm Quebec Quay – Furnished two bed - £1500pcm One Park West – Furnished three bed with parking - £2495pcm Please visit www.joneslanglasalle.co.uk for further details

Email: sales.liverpool@eu.jll.com

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TO LET

TO LET L8 N E W

L3 N E W

FOR SALE L1 N E W

MANN ISLAND APARTMENTS

Mann Island £725pcm & £1000pcm

Three Bed Coach House

1 bed apartment in good location

Sir Thomas Street, City Centre £64,950

Devonshire Road, Liverpool £1100pcm

Two beautiful one bedroom apartments in Mann Island are now available for let. Both apartments are furnished to a superb standard and offer the chance to sample luxurious city centre living in the popular new development at the heart of the Liverpool waterfront. The apartments on offer are both one bedrooms, the larger of the two offering a great sized terraced area overlooking The Three Graces and the smaller apartment offering fantastic River Views. DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE RARE MANN ISLAND APARTMENTS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY. VIEWINGS AVAILABLE NOW.

• Fantastic three double bedroom house • Furnished to a high standard • Close to South Liverpool & City Centre • Ideal for family or sharers

• One bedroom apartment • Stunning contemporary finish • Stylish fitted kitchen • Furnished to designer standards

FOR SALE L1

FOR SALE L7

N E W

Spacious 1 bed apartment

2 bed flat EPC Rating: D

Concert Street, City Centre £64,950

The Sidings, Crown Street £74,950

FOR SALE L8

FOR SALE L5

N E W

Excellent 1 bed duplex apartment

2 bed investment opportunity

Wellington Place, Wellington Rd £69,950

Rydal Street, Liverpool £44,950

• 24 hr concierge • Amazing new development • Fantastic views of the city • Immaculate throughout

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WOOLTON

HALE VILLAGE

WOOLTON W NE

W NE

Hillside Drive, L25

St Mary's Close, L24

Garway , L25

£489,950

£125,000

Reeds Rains are delighted to offer for sale this well presented 4 bedroom detached family accommodation situated in the popular area of Woolton. The property briefly comprises of to the ground floor Entrance Hall, Two reception rooms, Study, Fitted Kitchen/Family Room, Utility Room, Downstairs W.C. To the first Floor there are Three Double Bedrooms two having En-suite, Single Bedroom and a family Bathroom. Externally the property offers a Sweeping Driveway with a double Garage, and a rear garden. Viewings are essential to appreciate all this accommodation has to offer. EPC Grade = D

Reeds Rains are delighted to offer for sale this charming staggered mid terraced three bedroom property situated in a very quite cul-desac with no through traffic. The property was built approximately 47 years ago and has been maintained and lived in by the present owners to a very high standard, and has recently been completely redecorated throughout. THE PROPERTY IS OFFERED FOR SALE WITH VACANT POSSESSION AND NO ONWARD CHAIN . An early viewing of this property is recommended to avoid disappointment. EPC Grade = D

We offer for sale this three bed mid town property set in the popular

Woolton Branch

Woolton conservation area. Ideal for first time buyers. This well presented property comprises; entrance hall, lounge, downstairs W.C., and fitted kitchen. To the upper floor there are two double bedrooms, single bedroom, and recently fitted family bathroom. Gardens to front and rear. The property benefits from double glazing and gas central heating. Awaiting EPC

HALE VILLAGE

WOOLTON

GATEACRE

HALEWOOD

WOOLTON

SPEKE

Church End Mews

Chevasse Walk

Belle Vue Road

Goldfinch Close

South Manor Way

Millwood Road

£220,000

£195,000

£185,000

£165,000

£159,950

£135,000

• Three Double Bedrooms

• Four bedroom Detached

• Four Bedroom Detached

• Three Bedroom Detached

• Three Double Bedrooms

• Four Bedroom Property

En-Suite to Master

• Two Reception Rooms

• Cul-De-Sac Location

• Family Room

• Balcony to rear

• Open Plan Living

• Garage

• Utility Room

• Through Lounge

• Extended Kitchen/Dining

• Conservatory

• Popular Location

• Cul-de-Sac Location

• Spacious Garden

• W.C/Cloaks

• Popular Location

• Fitted Kitchen

• EPC Grade C

• EPC Grade E

• EPC Grade D

Woolton Branch

WOOLTON

HALEWOOD

GARSTON

Priorsfield Road

Stainton Close

Redoaks Way

Torrington Road

Foxleigh

Island Road

£125,000

£120,000

£119,950

£105,000

£85,000

W E NERIC P

HALEWOOD

W E NERIC P

HALEWOOD

• Two Bedroom Semi-Detached

• Show Home Standard

• Three Bedroom End Town House

• No Chain

• Two Bedroom Apartment

• Well Presented Throughout

• Two Double Bedrooms

• Fitted Kitchen

• Two Double Bedrooms

• No Chain

• Sold with No Chain

• En-Suite to Master

• Off Road Parking

• Ideal for First Time Buyer

• Part Exchange Considered

• Ideal for First Time Buyer

• Second Floor Apartment

• Garage

• Cul-de-sac Location

• Modern Fitted Kitchen

• EPC Grade C

• EPC Grade D

• EPC Grade C

• EPC Grade

• EPC Grade C

• Gas Central Heating

Woolton Branch

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WEST DERBY

CROXTETH PARK

FAZAKERLEY W NE

W NE

Morvah Close, L12

Verwood Drive, L12

Elizabeth Road, L10

£170,000

£125,000

£123,000

A WELL PRESENTED MODERN DETACHED PROPERTY SITUATED WITHIN A CUL DE SAC LOCATION AND HAVING GAS CENTRAL HEATING SYSTEM, DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS AND EN-SUITE FACILITIES TO THE MASTER BEDROOM. Comprises, hall, down stairs cloaks/wc, front lounge, rear dining room, conservatory, kitchen, extended utility room. To the first floor 3 bedrooms, the master bedroom having en-suite facilities, family bathroom. The property has gardens to the front and rear, the front has a drive leading to the garage while the rear garden is laid to lawn and has a patio area. There is also a security alarm system. Amenities to the area include local shopping facilities, public transport and a selection of schools.VIEWING ESSENTIAL.

WELL PRESENTED SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY SITUATED WITHIN A CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION AND HAVING GAS CENTRAL HEATING AND DOUBLE GLAZED WINDOWS. Comprising hall, lounge open to rear dining room, and kitchen. To the first floor 3 bedrooms, and a family bathroom. The property has a gas central heating system, double glazed windows and a security alarm system. Outside the property has gardens to the front and rear, with a front drive for off road parking. Amenities to the area include local shopping facilities, public transport and a selection of schools. THE PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD WITH THE BENEFIT OF NO CHAIN.

WELL PRESENTED 3 BEDROOM SEMI DETACHED PROPERTY HAVING FRONT AND REAR GARDENS. Comprising porch, hall, lounge and kitchen.To the first floor 3 bedrooms,bathroom and separate wc. The property has a gas central heating system, double glazed windows and a security alarm system. Outside the property has gardens to the front and rear, the front has a drive for off road vehicular parking, while the rear garden is laid to lawn. Amenities to the area include local shopping facilities, public transport and a selection of schools.

West Derby Branch

WEST DERBY

WALTON

DEYSBROOK

KNOTTY ASH LD SO

LD SO

W NE

Eaton Road, L12

Makin Street, L4

Chelsea Court, L12

Foxwood, L12

Colonel Drive, L12

Thingwall Hall Drive, L14

£180,000

£70,000

£60,000

£145,000

£169,950

£205,000

• • • • • • •

5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazing Balcony Close to local shops, schools NO CHAIN INVOLVED

West Derby Branch

WEST DERBY

• 3 Bedrooms • Mid Terrace • Refurbished and Modernised • Gas Central Heating * Double Glazing • Close to shops and public transport • NO CHAIN INVOLVED

• • • • • • •

West Derby Branch

CROXTETH PARK

First Floor Flat 2 Bedrooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazing Communal Garden Close to amenities and schools NO CHAIN INVOLVED

• • • • •

Detached property 4 bedrooms Detached garage En suite No Chain

• • • • •

West Derby Branch

CROXTETH PARK

3 Bedrooms Detached Gas Central Heating Double Glazing Detached Garage

• • • • •

West Derby Branch

DOVECOT

4 Bedrooms Semi-Detached Gas Central Heating Front and rear gardens Off street parking

West Derby Branch

CROXTETH PARK

NORRIS GREEN T LE

T LE

Yew Tree Lane, L12

Mullwood Close, L12

Butterwick Drive, L12

Devilla Close, L14

Charmouth Close, L12

Faversham Road, L11

£500pcm

550pcm

£575pcm

£450pcm

£550pcm

£475pcm

• 1 Bedroom • Part furnished • Ground floor apartment • Gas central heating

• • • • •

2 Bedrooms Semi detatched Double Glazed Front and rear gardens Off street parking

• 3 Bedrooms • Town House • Gas Central Heating • Double Glazed • Gardens

• • • • •

2 Bedrooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Gardens front and rear Off street parking

West Derby Branch

• • • • •

2 Bedrooms Gas Central Heating Double Glazed Gardens front and rear Off street parking

• • • • •

3 Bedrooms Fully furnished Modern Kitchen Gardens Off street parking

• Off street parking

West Derby Branch

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tel. 0151 231 6100

www.cityresidential.co.uk

£147,000

£125,950

City Quay

The Albany

• Two Bedroom Apartment

City Residential are delighted to offer for sale this well presented two bedroom apartment. Superbly situated near Otterspool Promenade

• Balcony • Secure Parking

• Two Bedroom Apartment • En-Suite & Balcony • Secure Parking

£69,750

£54,950

The Albany retains all the exquisite charm & character that one would expect from such a beautiful building which is now converted into a stunning residential development

£79,750

£89,950

Preston point

Sovereign Chambers

The Symphony

• One Bedroom Apartment

• Studio Apartment • Popular City Centre Location • Integrated Appliances • Investment Opportunity

• One Bedroom Apartment • Located In The Heart Of The City • Early Viewing Recommended • Investment Opportunity

• Second Flor Apartment • One Bedroom • Study/Second Bedroom • Close To City Centre

• 75% Shared Ownership • City Centre Location

£89,950

£97,450

£99,950

Staten Court

Chancellor Court

X Building

York Street

• One Bedroom Apartment • Balcony • Secure Underground Parking

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Adjacent To Women’s Hospital • Secure Parking

• One Bedroom Apartment • Spacious Balcony • City Centre Location

• One Bedroom Apartment • City Centre Location • Early Viewing Recommended

£99,950

£109,950

£125,000

£137,500

Princess Gardens

Westminster Chambers

The Courtyard

X Building

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Allocated Parking • Must Be Viewed

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Second Floor • City Centre Location

• Newly Converted • One Bedroom • City Centre Location • Must Be Viewed!

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Secure Parking Space • Viewing Recommended

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from £600pcm

The Albany

£550pcm

Liberty Place

• Selection of One, Two and Three Bedroom Apartments

• Duplex

• One bedroom

• Close to Liverpool One

• Secure Allocated Parking

• Fully furnished

• Large living area

• Fully Furnished

• Modern Throughout

• Secure allocated parking

£500pcm

£550pcm

£575pcm

Sovereign Chambers

Hatton Gardens

Victoria House

Coronation Avenue

• One Bedroom

• One Bedroom Studio Style

• One Bedroom

• Two Bedroom

• Fully Furnished

• Close to City Centre Amenities

• Secure Allocated Parking

• Large Open Plan Kitchen/Lounge

• Close to Vale Park, Wallasey

£600pcm

£750pcm

£675pcm

£800pcm

The Reach

Waterloo Warehouse

Cable Yard

Unity Building

• Two Double Bedrooms

• Two Bedrooms

• Two Bedrooms, Fully Furnished

• Fully Furnished

• Fully Furnished, Balcony

• Secure Allocated Parking

• Balcony overlooking the river

Thinking of selling? Call us on 0151 231 6100 for your free valuation

sales@cityresidential.co.uk • lettings@cityresidential.co.uk 81-87 Victoria Street, The Old Haymarket, Liverpool L1 6DG

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SALES: 0151 526 0021 • LETTINGS: 0151 531 1089 Tuebrook

Aigburth

Maghull

Savoylands Close

Brook Road

• Modern Detached House

• Detached Four Bedroom

• Four Bedrooms

Bungalow

• Lounge, Dining Room,

• Three Reception Rooms

Kitchen/Diner

• Fitted Kitchen,

• Bathroom, En Suite and

• Family Bathroom, Loft

Room

• Gardens, Driveway, Garage

• En Suite Facilities, G/F W.C.

• NO CHAIN

• Gardens Front Side and

Portrush Street • • • • • •

Mid Terrace House Attractive Rear Garden Three Bedrooms Front and Rear Lounge Kitchen, Bathroom GCH and DG, No Chain

Rear, NO ONWARD CHAIN

£449,950

£99,950

£450,000

Kirkby

Southport

Melling

St Kevins Drive

Olive Close

• Double Fronted Detached

• Modern Detached House

House

• Three Bedrooms

• Four Bedrooms

• Lounge, Dining Area,

• Modern Kitchen Diner

Conservatory

• Lounge, Utility Room

• Additional Reception

• Bathroom, En Suite,

Room, Kitchen

Ground WC • Driveway, Garage, Gardens

• Bathroom, En Suite • Gardens, Driveway

Leyland Road • • • • • •

One Bed Apartment Secure Communal Hallway Spacious Lounge Fitted Kitchen, Four Piece Bathroom Parking, Communal Garden

£174,950

OIRO £95,000

Offers in Excess of £155,000

Aintree

Commercial Road

Melling Mount

Heswall Road

Dumfries Way

• Semi Detached House

• Extended Semi Detached

• Three Bedrooms

House

• Lounge, Dining Room

• Three First Floor Bedrooms

• Kitchen, Utility

• Ground Floor

• Bathroom, En Suite,

Bedroom/Additional

Ground WC

Reception

• Garden, GCH, DG, NO CHAIN

• Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen

Tobacco Wharf • Two Bedroom First Floor Apartment • Hallway, Open Plan Lounge/Diner and Kitchen • Two Bedrooms and Bathroom • Communal Gardens. • Allocated Parking Space

£144,950

£84,950

Liverpool

Anfield

• Utility/Dining Area, Summer House • Gardens, Driveway, GCH and DG

Bootle

Marnell Close

Bailey Drive

• End Terrace House

• Semi Detached House

• Three Bedrooms

• Lounge, Dining Kitchen

• Lounge, Dining Room

• Bathroom, Ground WC

• Modern Kitchen, Ground

• Gardens, Driveway

• NHBC Guarantee until

• Four Piece Bathroom &

2019

Separate WC • Gardens, GCH, DG, NO

Sedley Street • • • • •

Offers in Excess of £115,000

End Terrace Two Bedrooms, Bathroom Lounge/Diner, Kitchen GCH, DG, NO CHAIN, Yard Rental Income Approx £5,000pa

£36,950

CHAIN

£105,000

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SALES: 0151 526 0021 • LETTINGS: 0151 531 1089 Kirkby

Aintree Railway Station

Formby

Ormskirk Road • Detached Office Building

Barkfield Mansions, Wicks Lane

• 113.39 sq m (1,220 sq ft)

• Executive Apartment

• New Business 50%

• Two Bedrooms • Two Bathrooms,

Discounted Rates, £600 p/a

Lounge/Diner/Kitchen

• Adjacent to Aintree

• Secure Allocated Parking,

Railway Station

Communal Gardens

• Parking for 6 Cars • GCH and DG

• DG and Under Floor

Yoxall Drive, Littledale • • • • • •

End Town House Lounge, Dining Kitchen Bathroom, Ground Floor WC Three Bedrooms Conservatory Driveway

Heating

£1,100pcm

£595pcm

£850pcm

Orrell Park

Maghull

Netherton

Kingfield Road

Apollo Way

• Modern Four Bedroom

• Extended Semi Detached

Detached House

House

• GCH and D/G Windows

• Three First Floor Bedrooms

• Hallway, Cloakroom,

• Open Plan Lounge/Dining

Lounge, Dining Area,

Room

• Conservatory, Kitchen and

• Rear Lounge, Additional

Utility Room. • Four Bedrooms and Bathroom. • Master Bedroom with En Suite Shower Room. • Front and Enclosed Rear Gardens.

Room/Bed 4 • Kitchen/Utility, Ground

The Moorings • • • • • •

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One bedroom unfurnished flat, which has recently refurbished throughout. Property consists of one good-sized double bedroom, open plan lounge and kitchen with integrated cooker and hob, and a brand new bathroom with white three piece suite. Parking included to the rear of the property. Located within walking distance of all local amenities and shops. Served well by public transport links; opposite Oriel Road train station and bus routes.

Two bedroom unfurnished apartment in Liverpool City Centre. Large open plan lounge with balcony and fully fitted Capricorn kitchen including integrated appliances; oven, hob, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. Two good sized double bedrooms, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom including shower and a main bathroom with white three piece suite and shower over bath. Situated in an extremely sought-after location, nearby shops, restaurants and served by great transport links.

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Formby, Merseyside, L37

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Two bedroom unfurnished apartment, consisting of spacious lounge and dining room, and separate fully fitted kitchen. Two good-sized bedrooms and modern bathroom with white threepiece suite and shower unit. Furnished with cream carpets and blinds throughout, along with electric heating and double glazed windows. Secure entry access and allocated parking. Excellent location; within easy reach of Knowsley, Liverpool and M57 and nearby great transport links.

Charming four bedroom Elizabethan style detached property. Three reception rooms and large family kitchen with dining area. Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom and three other goodsized bedrooms to the first floor. Main bathroom with shower unit, WC and washbasin. Gardens to the front and rear of the property and double garage. The property is conveniently located nearby all local amenities, schools, leisure centre and transport links.

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FIVE-BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED, DUDLOW GARDENS, L18 Close to Calderstones Park, Allerton Road and Woolton. Best bits This property has original features throughout, with two reception rooms and a kitchen/dining area. It is also near to popular schools and amenities. We say “Both the size and the location of this property make it an ideal family home, as it offers plenty of rooms and communal space coupled with schools and amenities nearby.”

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TWO-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE APARTMENT, PETER HOUSE, L2 Close to Liverpool city centre Best bits This property is in a good location and comes with impressive views. We say “This property is perfectly placed for someone who enjoys both working and living in the city centre. It comes with its own spacious outdoor area to take advantage of the views and surroundings.”

Spacious outdoor area

Arrange a viewing on 0151 207 5923

TWO-BEDROOM PENTHOUSE APARTMENT, ABILITY PENTHOUSES, L1 Close to Liverpool ONE Best bits Amazing views directly over the Albert Dock, the River Mersey and beyond. We say “This modern penthouse offers some of the best views Liverpool can offer, and is ideal for a couple of sharing young professionals looking for a base right in the heart of the city centre.”

Arrange a viewing on 0151 242 6490

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PROPERTIES FOR RENT PRIVATE STUDENT HALLS (DOUBLE EN SUITE ROOMS AND STUDIO APARTMENTS), LONDON ROAD, L3 Close to Near Liverpool City Centre and located next to Liverpool University and Liverpool John Moores University, along with all local amenities and great transport links including Liverpool Lime Street train station. Best bits All rooms are fully furnished with a double bed, an en suite bathroom and a TV. They are also equipped with a brand new fully fitted kitchen, communal Sky TV, broadband internet, an onsite gymnasium and bike storage. We say “Students will never have to stray far from this high standard accommodation. Not only does it have its own onsite leisure facilities, but it also has city centre attractions and university campuses on its doorstep.”

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Close to Heswall centre with bustling shops, bars and restaurants. Best bits This property really is a grand design. From the moment you walk through the door you are greeted with the 'wow' factor which continues throughout the house. The kitchen is ultramodern in design with concertina doors opening onto the decked area with fantastic views across the Dee Estuary. We say “This modern property is ideal for a couple or family looking for a unique home which makes the most of the area’s stunning surroundings while also having amenities close at hand.”

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THREE-BEDROOM APARTMENT, IVY HURST MANOR, L19 Close to A diverse array of local amenities, restaurants, gyms and schools, and also located just off Aigburth Road. Best bits It is a very spacious duplex apartment. Not only that, but its location makes it perfect for a variety of tenants with secure parking within a gated community. We say “This lovely apartment has plenty of living space spread over two floors and includes a generously sized open plan lounge/dining room and a fully fitted kitchen. The building retains a lot of its original features, which are coupled with its idyllic location.”

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Royal Quay, L3

Tremore Close, L12

Glenconner Road, L16

Grange Mews, L25

Granard Road, L15

Ancaster Road, L17 W NE

W NE

Royal Quay £120,000

Tremore Close Offers Over £100,000

Glenconner Road Offers Over £167,000

Grange Mews £180,000

Granard Road Offers Over £165,000

Ancaster Road Offers Over £134,000

• NO CHAIN • Modern Apartment • Two Bedrooms • Lounge/Dining Room • Balcony

• End Town House • Well Presented Throughout • Lounge & Kitchen/Diner • Two Double Bedrooms • Gardens Front & Rear

• Extended semi-detached • Three Bedrooms • Open plan lounge/dining area • Conservatory • Extended Kitchen

• Unique Grade II Listed Stable Conversion • Three Double Bedrooms • Modern Kitchen/Diner • Spacious Living Room

• Bedroom Semi-Detached • Living Room • Extended Dining Room • Wet Room • Family Bathroom

• Mid Terraced Property • Good location for local amenities on Aigburth Road • Two Reception Rooms • Fitted Kitchen

Aigburth Hall Avenue, L19

Allington Street, L17

Arena House, L1

Beech Park, L12

Aigburth Hall Avenue Offers Over £345,000

Allington Street Offers Over £145,000

Arena House Offers Over £42,500

Beech Park Offers Over £400,000

• Five Bedroom Semi Detatched • Two Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen/Diner • Ground Floor Cloakroom/WC • Large Rear Garden

• Extended Terrace Property • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Extended Kitchen • Modern Bathroom

• INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY • 10% Net Yeild • One Bedroom Student Pod • Heart of Liverpool City Centre • Internet Access

• Executive Detached House • Five Bedrooms • Three Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Diner • Five Piece Bathroom Suite

Bowfield Mews, L19

Bourton Road, L25

Curtana Crescent, L11

Parkfield Road, L17

Fields End, L36

Palmerston Drive, L25

Bowfield Mews £149,950

Bourton Road £165,000

Curtana Crescent £69,950

Parkfield Road £80,000

Fields End £140,000

Palmerston Drive £149,950

• 3 Bedroom End Mews House • Cul D Sac Location • Good Size Lounge/Dining Room • 3 Double Bedrooms • Kitchen/Diner

• Development Opportunity with Planning Permission • Redevelopment is Already Underway, plans to include a Kitchen/Diner, Ground Floor WC

• Mid Terraced House • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Downstairs Shower Room • Gardens Front and Rear

• 3rd Floor, 1 Bedroom Apartment • In the Vicinity of Sefton Park • Close to Lark Lane Amenities • Lounge/Dining Room • Modern Kitchen

• 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • Popular Location • Garage • Gardens Front and Rear • Double Glazed

• 3 Bedroom Modern Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Converted Garage • Gardens Front and Rear • Modern Kitchen

Greystone Road, L14

Moss Street, L19

Dingle Lane, L8

Almond Court, L19

Stillington Road, L8

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Greystone Road £105,000

Moss Street £95,000

Dingle Lane Offers Over £115,000

Almond Court Offers Over £110,000

Stillington Road £125,000

Kirkmore Road £215,000 Offers Considered

• NO CHAIN • Corner Plot Location • Cul-De-Sac Situated • Three Bedrooms • Gardens Front, Side and Rear

• 3 Bedroom Mid Terrace • 2 Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Diner • Gas Central Heating • NO CHAIN

• Well Presented Terraced House • Great Location • Open Plan Living & Dining Area • Two Bedrooms • Modern Family Bathroom

• Semi Detached Bungalow • 2 Bedroom • Modern Shower Room • Good Size Gardens • Close to Local Amenities

• 3 Bedroom Mid Town House • Recently Updated • Includes a Modern Newly Fitted Kitchen/Diner • Modern Bathroom

• NO CHAIN • Semi Detached Property • Three Bedrooms • Two Reception Rooms • Modern Family Bathroom

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Ford Lane, L21

South Parade, L23

The Northern Road, L23

Lichfield Avenue, L22

Moorfield Road, L23

Laurel Grove, L22

Ford Lane £65,000 Offers over

South Parade £225,000 Offers over

The Northern Road £140,000 Offers Over

Lichfield Avenue £178,000 Offers over

Moorfield Road £155,000 Offers over

Laurel Grove £170,000 Offers over

• NO CHAIN • Viewing recommended • Good sized kitchen/dining room • Two double bedrooms • Shower room

• Extended semi detached house • Accessed via electric gates • Three double bedrooms • Substantial sized kitchen/dining room

• No chain • Three vedrooms • Two reception rooms • Front and rear gardens • Driveway parking

• Beautifully presented • Four bedrooms • Bathroom, en-suite shower room • Three receptions • Modern kitchen

• Excellent decorative order • Semi-detached • Three bedrooms • Two reception rooms • Kitchen/breakfast area

• No chain • Two seperate reception rooms • Modern kitchen • Large utility room • Three good sized bedrooms

Blundellsands Road East, L23

Whitham Avenue, L23

Rimrose Valley Road, L23

Enstone Avenue, L21

Kirkstone Road South, L21

Willoughby Road, L22

Homedove House £99,950

Whitham Avenue £165,000 Offers over

Rimrose Valley Road £130,000 Offers over

Enstone Avenue £150,000 Offers over

Kirkstone Road South £140,000 Offers over

Willoughby Road £140,000 Offers over

• No chain • Spacious accommodation • Two double bedooms • Kitchen, wetroom • Lift access

• 3 Bedroom semi detached • 2 Reception rooms • Kitchen/diner • Garden to rear • Driveway to front

• Extended to the ground floor • Three good sized bedrooms • Possible annex to ground floor • Bathroom to ground and first floor • Open views to the front

• 3 Bedroom semi detached • 2 reception rooms • 4 Piece bathroom suite • Garden to the rear • Gas central heating

• Viewing highly recommended • Extended kitchen • Three bedrooms • Lounge, Dining room • Conservatory

• 4 Bedroom mid terrace • 2 Reception rooms • Ground floor bathroom • Shower room • Double glazed

River View, L22

Myers Road West, L23

Blundellsands Road West, L23

Walker Drive, L20

St Ambrose Croft, L30

Somerford House, L23

River View £200,000 Offers over

Myers Road West £220,000

Formby Lodge £170,000

Walker Drive £120,000

St Ambrose Croft £95,000

Somerford House £65,000

• No chain • Substantial sea views • 3 bedrooms • 2 Reception rooms • Bathroom - seperate WC

• 4 Bedroom corner semi detached • 3 Reception rooms • Gardens front and rear • Garage • In the vicinity of popular schools

• Desirable location • Close to beachfront and train station • Two double bedrooms, Kitchen • Lounge opening onto dining room

• No chain • Three double bedrooms • Quiet location • Modern kitchen and bathroom • Open aspect to the rear

• Beautifully presented • Viewing recommended • Three good sized bedrooms • Gardens to front side and rear • Lounge/dining room

• No chain • Own seperate entrance door • Lounge, Kitchen • Double bedroom • New bathroom

Blundellsands Road West, L23

Bath Street, L22

Blundellsands Road West £325,000

Blundellsands Road West £339,000

Bath Street £299,950 Offers over

Dartmouth Drive £100,000 Offers over

Hartdale Road £140,000

Moorgate Avenue £170,000 Offers over

• Luxurious retirement bungalow • Two bedrooms • Stylish kitchen • Bathroom and en-suite • 24hr emergency call system

• Magnificent views over estuary • Three double bedrooms • Two/three receptions • Kitchen, Cellars • Bathroom and en-suite

• Well presented • Quiet cul-de-sac location • Three good sized bedrooms • Contemporary Kitchen • Modern bathroom

• 3 Bedroom semi Detached • Extended • 2 Reception rooms • Lounge and dining room • Extended kitchen

• No chain • Two/Three reception rooms • Modern kitchen and bathroom • Three bedrooms • Garage

Dartmouth Drive, L30

Hartdale Road, L23

Moorgate Avenue, L23

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bode Allerton welcomed special industry guests from across the local area to enjoy the official opening of its recently expanded branch. The event provided an opportunity for professionals who work with Abode on a day to day basis to see what the new look office looks like, after it extended into the neighbouring Allerton Road property. The expansion has allowed the agency, which first moved into Allerton last year, to provide more services from the site. Local solicitors, property investors and representatives from some banks around the area showed their support by attending the successful launch. Abode also has a branch in Crosby, which opened two years ago.

1. John O’Rourke, structural engineer and guests. 2. Mike Kirkham from Brown Turner Ross and Karen McComb from Handelsbanken. 3. Stephen Brine, Amber from Abode and Ian Roche, surveyor. 4. Alan Lynch – Widdows Pilling Solicitors. 5. Jenny Stokes from Gregsons Solicitors and Kate Atkinson from Morecroft Solicictors. 6. Karl from Abode. 7. Abode Allterton shop front. 8. Jo from Abode. 9. Kevin Ross, Brown Turner Ross. 10. Cathy Holt, manager at Sutton Kersh Auctions and Dave Blackman, property investor. 11. Craig Passey, Natalie O’Donohue and others from MSB Solicitors.

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EVENTS

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CURRICULUM VITAE LAWTON‘S PROFILE

Phil Lawton

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Director at Sutton Kersh

Are you married? Yes, recently married for the second time and I can recommend it!

Name: Philip Lawton. Age: 53yrs. Main duties: Residential Lettings and property management.

Kids? Three grown up children, my eldest daughter is a mortgage advisor and my two sons are both full time musicians.

Education: Studied Architecture at Kingston Upon Thames University.

Where do you live? Gateacre, South Liverpool.

First job: Motorcycle sales Shortest job: One day when I was a student working in a builders yard. It was way too much like hard work. Joined Sutton Kersh in: 1983 First position in the company: Branch manager for the newly opened Anfield office. What is the secret of your success? Fairness, honesty and learning from my mistakes.

What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? Whether you think you can or you think you can’t you are probably right - Abraham Lincoln. Although he never said it to me personally!

Who has been your business mentor? Stewart Kersh, he knew what clients wanted instinctively, there was no need to read books or go on courses. What piece of advice would you give to someone starting out in the business? Do what

Hobbies: Paragliding, motorcycling and more recently skiing.

“We make good use of modern technology to enhance the high level of personal service that we offer clients.”

you enjoy and do it to the best of your ability. Surround yourself with the best people and learn from your mistakes. What makes Sutton Kersh different? We are an independent firm with a strong loyal staff, many have been with us for more than 10 years. We make good use of modern technology to enhance the high level of personal service that we offer clients. We recognise that property is probably the biggest investment that most people make and our goal is to deliver the best service possible, whether people are buying, selling or renting. Tell us a bit about Sutton Kersh’s plans for this year: We intend to maintain our position in the market place as a leading independent agent

Are you a red or a blue? Neither, I prefer music to sport. Favourite band/singer: Too many to list but anything from The Beatles to the Foo Fighters. but our specific plans are top secret and I will have to shoot you if I tell you! Where are the hotspots for sales in Liverpool? The traditional sought after areas of South Liverpool such as Calderstones, Allerton, Woolton, Aigburth and Grassendale sell consistently well. Predictions for the Liverpool housing market: I predict that property sales in the more sought after districts of the city will continue to improve slowly but steadily and that the high rental demand we have experienced in recent years will also continue. There will still be a healthy market for good quality accommodation to let even if the sales market improves although rent levels may plateau.

“IF YOU HAVE NOT SEEN (INCEPTION), PUT IT ON YOUR LIST BUT YOU MAY NEED TO WATCH IT MORE THAN ONCE.”

Favourite guitarist: Robert Cray. (American blues guitarist) Favourite book: The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini. Favourite film: I am a big movie fan and again there are too many to list but if pushed to choose one I would probably say Inception. If you have not seen it, put it on your list but you may need to watch it more than once.

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THE HOUSE H U N T E R S始 GUIDE TO

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FROM THE PICTURESQUE COASTLINE AND BUILDINGS STEEPED IN HISTORY TO THE BUZZ OF THE CITY CENTRE AND A BACKDROP OF CULTURE AND CREATIVITY, LIVERPOOL AND ITS NEIGHBOURING AREAS ARE CERTAINLY DIVERSE IN WHAT THEY HAVE TO OFFER. BUT WHICH SURROUNDINGS WOULD BEST SUIT YOUR LIFESTYLE? W O R D S

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throw of their office. The district is also well connected to the rest of Merseyside by rail and is a walk away from Liverpool ONE and some of the city’s oldest and most renowned pubs and lively nightspots. Prices: Rent - From £525pcm to £1,895pcm. Buy - Apartments for £95,000£230,000.

outdoors. The coastal town’s dynamic sand dunes, which are an important habitat for rare animal and plant species, are the perfect place for a stroll. Rare red squirrels can also be spotted in the National Trust’s neighbouring picturesque pine woods. This beautiful landscape is coupled with amenities for residents including a range of

Lark Lane

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS LARK LANE The suburban Victorian high street, Lark Lane has long been established as a hub of creativity in Liverpool, and a magnet for the city’s trendy and bohemian types. Brimming with quirky shops, arty cafes and independent bars and restaurants, the area is a perfect alternative for those who enjoy a lively social life outside of their working hours but don’t want the city centre on their doorstep. Prices: Rent - Houses and apartments from £450-£1,450pcm. Buy Around £75,000 for a onebedroom flat to houses at around £350,000.

ROPEWALKS With modern apartments scattered throughout this

district, young professionals can enjoy a high standard of city centre living here. Not only is the Ropewalks area in walking distance of other key central locations and surrounded by the city’s main public transport links, but it’s also home to a host of fashionable bars and restaurants, independent retailers and some of Liverpool’s most unique cultural attractions and entertainment venues. Prices: Rent - Apartments from £490-£900pcm. Buy – Apartments from £50,000 to around £160,000.

BUSINESS DISTRICT Some of Liverpool’s most historic buildings are mixed with the some of the city’s most contemporary architecture in its thriving commercial district. Whether they’re looking for a unique home that’s full of character or luxury living in a modern and stylish property, professionals could base themselves within a stone’s

The Albany

BRUNSWICK Set just outside of the city centre, Brunswick is ideal for those who enjoy the hustle and bustle as they work but prefer a quieter life after hours. There are a number of modern apartment complexes overlooking the River Mersey and a leisurely walk along Liverpool’s dock road will lead to some central key tourist attractions at Albert Dock, although the area’s local train station provides just a brief commute into the heart of the city. The area is equipped with nearby restaurants and amenities, and Liverpool’s cutting-edge Baltic Triangle destination sits en route to the main city centre. Prices: Rent - Houses and apartments from £400pcm£1,500pcm. Buy - Houses and apartments from around £89,500-£325,000.

OUTDOORS FORMBY Bold Street, Ropewalks area

Formby has plenty to offer to those who love the great

schools, a public swimming pool, golf clubs and various shops and supermarkets in Formby Village. The town is also well connected by public transport to both Liverpool and the neighbouring seaside resort of Southport. Prices: Rent – Apartments and houses from £395pcm£4,000pcm. Buy – Apartments and houses range from £75,000£2.5 million.

CROSBY Another Place – 100 life-size cast-iron men by artist Anthony Gormley - has turned Crosby beach into a unique art space over recent years as the sculptures are dotted across the landscape. The attraction has helped draw in many tourists to the site as well as local visitors. It is joined by the Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, situated on the Marine Lake, which makes the town a hive of outdoor activity, providing facilities for everything from fitness and watersports through to mountain biking and climbing. Crosby is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the historic

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John Moores University, the University of Liverpool and LIPA are also in close proximity. Prices: Accommodation from £68 per person, per week to £180 per person, per week.

SMITHDOWN ROAD AREA Crosby, cast-iron men by artist Anthony Gormley

Green Flag Award winning Coronation Park, which is well equipped with recreational facilities and has become the focus of a successful steering group within the local community. Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments from £350pcm£1,195pcm. Buy – Houses and apartments from £40,000-£2million.

CHILDWALL A 39-acre woodland sits within this Liverpool suburb, and is considered to be an important open space within the city’s urban landscape. Childwall Woods and Fields brings neighbouring residents closer to nature, with opportunities for keen birdwatchers to see kestrels, sparrowhawks, woodpeckers and herons; while bats, grey squirrels, voles and foxes also inhabit in the area. The woodland is perfect for nature trails and leisurely walks, but due to its more urban surroundings residents are never

far away from amenities. Childwall Abbey Road offers shops and bus links connect the area to other parts of the city.

This traditional student area has a community feel, as terraces of houses trail off from the main

include many properties on offer to students and various neighbouring halls of residents. The Liverpool Royal Hospital and medical surgeries sit between Kensington and the city centre, which can be reached with just a short bus ride or by foot. Prices: Accommodation ranges from £36 per person, per week to £120 per person, per week.

Allerton Road

Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments from £440pcm£1,650pcm. Buy – Houses from £75,000-£795,000.

STUDENT CITY CENTRE Liverpool city centre is rich in student accommodation, whether it’s apartments or halls of residence. The high standard of properties available can put students at the centre of the city’s vibrant nightlife, as well as an array of shops and leisure facilities. While the area is equipped with Liverpool’s main rail and bus links, those who opt for central accommodation will be able to make the most of their social lives and soak up plenty of culture without straying far from their own front door. Many campuses for Liverpool

street, Smithdown Road, which is thriving with its own selection of pubs, cafes, shops and restaurants. Rent is likely to be cheaper than the city centre with more potential for on-street parking, but students here won’t miss out on a lively social scene. Sefton Park is also nearby, offering green space, a boating lake and the ideal destination for a leisurely stroll. There’s also a choice of supermarkets, and the area is a short bus ride to university campuses and the city centre. Prices: Accommodation ranges from £33 per person, per week to £122 per person, per week.

KENSINGTON

North Western Hall, student accommodation, city centre

The inner city suburb of Kensington has become a popular destination for students to live due to its close proximity to a main area of university campuses, the Liverpool Guild of Students and student fitness facilities. Convenience stores and some supermarkets are dotted around the terraced streets, which

FAMILIES ALLERTON AND WOOLTON These Liverpool suburbs are rich in character and well equipped for family living. Separated by the stunning Calderstones Park, which is packed with recreational facilities and attractions such as ornamental gardens, a cafe and a playground, Allerton and Woolton have plenty of amenities in easy reach. Their own shopping streets are lined with shops, eateries, banks and supermarkets, and plenty of nurseries and schools are in close proximity, including the city’s historic Blue Coat School. The area is also steeped in Beatles history, as well as being home to Liverpool’s oldest independent cinema - the Woolton Picture House – which screens plenty of family films. Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments range from £450pcm-£2,000pcm. Buy – Houses and apartments range from £55,000-£2 million.

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SPEKE This area is well known for being home to Speke Hall, Garden and Estate - the National Trust’s rare Tudor timber-framed manor house which is a hub of activity for visitors to explore and also has a play area and maze within its grounds. Family-size homes are in abundance in the Speke area, which is also well placed for schools and amenities such as a library and shops and restaurants on local retail parks. Speke is well connected to the city centre with bus links, as well as being in close proximity to Liverpool John Lennon Airport and having a good network of cycle paths.

Terraces of spacious town houses and flats brimming with original Georgian character line the streets in the shadow of the stunning Liverpool Cathedral. Tall sash windows and pillared front doors, together with cast iron fences and lamp posts and cobbled roads around the area bring bags of authentic style before even setting foot inside a property.

AIGBURTH The Liverpool suburb of Aigburth offers many beautiful, unique Victorian properties, making it the perfect place for those who like their home to be filled with character and original features. It’s also close to Sefton Park, with its stunning Grade II* listed Palm House and boating Georgian Quarter

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The Georgian Quarter is also littered with traditional pubs, as well as being in close proximity to a selection of independent restaurants and top theatres and venues.

lake, as well as the bohemian bars and restaurants of Lark Lane and various shops. A short bus or train journey can provide a quick and easy link to the city centre.

Luxury living accommodation set amongst some of the city’s most iconic buildings is available in this unique, central location. Properties on Albert Dock, part of Britain’s largest group of Grade I listed buildings, and the Grade II listed Wapping Quay offer historic features as well as breathtaking views of the Three Graces, the River Mersey and the docks. They are also at the centre of a world renowned tourism destination, rich in museums and galleries as well as trendy bars, cafes and restaurants. The area faces Chavasse Park, which offers a central haven of greenspace to relax and is surrounded by the Liverpool ONE complex and the business district further along the dock road.

Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments from £485pcm£2,665pcm. Buy – Houses and apartments from £80,000-£1,250,000.

Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments for £390pcm-£1,075pcm. Buy – Apartments and houses from £60,000-£995,995.

Prices: Rent – Apartments from around £500pcm-£1,750pcm. Buy – Apartments available from £89,995-£490,000.

Prices: Rent – Apartments and houses from £475pcm£650pcm. Buy – Houses and apartments available from £47,500-£260,000.

CROSBY As well as being home to the independent Merchant Taylors’ School and St Mary’s College, Crosby has a range of primary and secondary schools for families within the area. Family homes in this coastal town are not only perfectly placed for outdoor activity and a selection of parks and greenspaces, but they also have shops, bars, restaurants, a community cinema and library facilities close at hand. The culture-packed Liverpool city centre is just a short commute away for days out, as are tourism destinations including Formby’s red squirrel reserve and the classic resort of Southport.

Aigburth

Prices: Rent – Houses and apartments from £350pcm£1,195pcm. Buy – Houses and apartments from £40,000-£2million.

CHARM GEORGIAN QUARTER This quaint conservation area offers a taste of old Liverpool while sitting conveniently on the outskirts of the city centre.

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I’m in the process of buying a house and I’ve heard some rumours that the neighbours are very loud, have all night parties and are generally being anti-social. How can I find out about this? Is anyone obliged to tell me?

Mrs R Whitehead, West Derby

Firstly ask the seller on the viewing about the neighbours and note their responses. Sellers by law have to complete a SPIF (seller’s property information form), which forms part of the contract between the seller and buyer. In this they are obliged to highlight any neighbourhood disputes relating to noise, boundary or shared maintenance. Unfortunately what constitutes a dispute can be contentious and a grey area but an issue that has resulted in written correspondence between neighbours or a council (or other authority) complaint should be declared by the seller on the SPIF. Failure to do so could result in the buyer potentially taking legal action against the seller. There have been numerous cases where sellers have been sued in such circumstances.

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My landlord has recently announced he is increasing my rent. I'm still in my contract. Is this allowed?

S. Bishop, city centre

Firstly, you must check your tenancy contract because there may be a rent increase clause in there which would have been agreed and signed at the start of the tenancy. The procedure in the agreement should then be followed. If the tenancy agreement makes no provisions for the landlord to make rent increases, then the landlord has no legal right to increase the rent until such time the fixed term of the tenancy has come to an end, in which case the tenancy will then automatically become a statutory month to month periodic tenancy. In the case that your tenancy does or is due to become periodic, then the landlord can serve a Section 13 Notice of the Housing Act 1988, proposing an increase in rent, at the end of the fixed term. The notice must give you not less than one month's notice and the notice must expire on the day the rent is due. Another option is that you agree to renew your tenancy agreement at the end of the fixed term but with an increased rent.

My boyfriend and I moved into an apartment and signed a 12 month contract with no break clause. We have since broken up and he’s moved out. I can’t afford to stay on my own. I have seven months left on the contract. Can I break it?

K.Williams, Kensington

The short answer is no. If a contract is for a fixed term and does not contain a break clause, then it will run its full term if the parties cannot agree to surrender it. If you and the landlord can agree to surrender the contract, the landlord may request that you pay an early termination fee, as the property may be vacant for some time after it is surrendered. Alternatively, you could find a replacement tenant to take your place although the landlord would have to agree. If you abandon the property, then you are still liable for the rent up until the expiry of the contract and the landlord can sue you for the remaining term.

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One of Liverpool’s most historical locations, Quarry Street in Woolton, made famous by The Beatles, is being given a new lease of life by Cheshire developer Steppingstone Group. And already reservations have been made on the site, which only opened to the public for the first time at the weekend. The multi-million pound investment in Woolton, which has been voted the number one place for families to live in the country, will see a selection

of bespoke homes being built. Steppingstone identified the opportunity believing it could add to the conservation area with its exclusive approach to delivering contemporary living space. Steve O’Connor, managing director of Steppingstone, says: “The focus has been on the best use of design to create maximum light and living space and this is the reason we decided to bring in an independent architect. We wanted total design control and to be involved in a fantastic redevelopment project.”

New recruits for Reeds Rains Reeds Rains City Living is hoping to continue building on the success of its first year by welcoming new members to its team. Megan Barker is the first new addition to the estate agency’s central branch, based on North John Street, and has joined Reeds Rains City Living in time for its first birthday celebrations at the start of May. Darren Carter, the branch manager, says: “We got a good response from our recruitment adverts and she stood out from the other candidates.” Darren is also currently working on expanding the team further and says he is “still open to CVs” for the opportunities. The branch’s forthcoming birthday celebrations are set to include a reception for both its new and previous clients on 16 May.

Liverpool architect Falconer Chester Hall has been retained to design the 10 boutique homes. The development includes a range of terraced and detached properties, all with their own urban garden space and secure integrated private parking. The 10 homes for sale will range from £235,000 to £275,000 and have a 10-year home buyers warranty. For more information contact sales@thevillageinwoolton. co.uk or visit www.steppingstonegroup. co.uk.

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FAMILY FIND NEW HOME ON THEIR DOORSTEP Delph Property Group, owner of the West Tower, has helped a local couple buy their dream home – and they haven’t even had to move. Neil, Kylie, and their 15-monthold son Saul have been renting a two-bedroom apartment on

the 25th floor of West Tower since September 2010. When they decided they wanted to purchase their own home they looked all over the city to find somewhere suitable, before deciding they didn’t want to leave West Tower. Neil explains: “We approached Delph to see if there were any available

Neil, Saul and Kylie at the apartment at West Tower

apartments to buy and to our delight it agreed to sell our own flat to us. The price Delph offered meant it was really affordable and a great investment for the future.” Richard Forman, head of sales and marketing for Delph, says: “When Neil and Kylie got in touch we were only too happy to help. When we launched the scheme in January it was the first time people had been able to buy the apartments since West Tower was first built in 2007. Unsurprisingly the apartments have been selling quickly with people wanting to own part of this iconic building.” Prices at the West Tower start from £130,000 and 80 out of the 106 apartments have now been sold. For more information visit www.westtowerliverpool.com. Your Move 55

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Landlords warned over severe arrears Property experts are warning landlords to be more vigilant than ever to protect themselves against severe rent arrears.

Dave Blackman

A new property management company has launched in Liverpool city centre, and is aiming to offer landlords a single stop for all their needs. Expert Dave Blackman has 30 years of experience in the area and has now ventured out on his own to set up Best Buy Lets Property Management Ltd, which is trading as BBL Property. Dave, who is accredited to both ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents) and NAEA (National Association of Estate Agents), is leading the company from its base within the City Buildings on Old Hall Street. As well as having a list of properties on offer and providing advice to landlords on sourcing, financing, refurbishing, letting, managing and selling a property or portfolio; BBL Property is also running an investment property sourcing service, full property refurbishment and an interior design service. Dave says: “All in all we can offer landlords a one stop service to cater for all their property needs.”

 Hot property news in Liverpool

The recently published Tenant Arrears Tracker, published by LSL Property Services, highlights a worrying rise in the number of tenants who are more than two months behind on rent payments. In the first quarter of 2013, the figure rose from 90,000 to 94,000 – which equates to 2.3% of tenants in England and Wales. Joe Davison, of Paul Crowley & Co Solicitors, says: “We are seeing an increasing number of landlords who find themselves in difficulties when their tenants are in serious arrears. There is no easy way out, however there are some steps, which will minimise trouble.

“First, we would recommend that landlords do their homework properly. It is surprising how many landlords neglect to obtain full, trustworthy references for their tenants. If a prospective tenant can not provide two worthwhile references, then it’s best to leave the property unoccupied until the right tenant comes along.” “For extra security, run some light background checks and get the tenant to put up a guarantor.

These measures do not require as much effort as you may think and can be vital in protecting your assets.” For further information or property advice visit www.paulcrowley.co.uk.

Joe Davison

ANDREW LOUIS TO OPEN THIRD BRANCH Andrew Louis estate agency will open its third branch in Liverpool this summer, as part of its “ambitious programme of growth.”

The Old Swan office, which is set to open on East Prescot Road just off Queens Drive around the end of June, will provide an accessible base for the company with parking available to visitors.

New office

Louis Anastasiou, managing director, says: “The opening of this branch forms part of Andrew Louis’ ambitious programme of growth and reflects on our continued success in the Liverpool property market.” The agency is looking to target central Liverpool and South Liverpool with the expansion, and 12 members of staff will be based at the new site. The office will work closely with Andrew Louis’ city centre and Prescot branches, as technology will link email and phone systems together as if they are all based in one building. Together the three sites will also aim to increase exposure for landlords and vendors listing properties. Your Move 57

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X1 development nears completion

Homesure expands services Homesure Building and Property Maintenance has broadened its range of services as it aims to provide a one stop shop for maintaining homes. The Liverpool based business, which along with working on individual properties has also boosted the amount of long term maintenance work it carries out for lettings agencies over the past three years, has now added flooring and roofing services to its already varied offering. The nine-strong team of workers already provided a range of services from painting and decorating to joinery, plumbing and building work. Warrann Hughes from the company, which also reaches out to areas including Southport, Wirral and Warrington, says the expansion of the company has followed a recent run of success. “It’s been going great,” he explains. “We’ve been doing really well and the turnover has been good.” Warrann is now keen to continue the growth of Homesure Building and Property Maintenance, and adds: “We’re always looking for new lettings agencies, property developers and landlords to work with.”

A multi-million pound student accommodation complex by X1 Developments is nearing completion, and has already drawn in “significant” interest from potential tenants.

the Old Haymarket based company says: "We have already had significant interest and a large number of bookings for rooms at X1 Arndale for the forthcoming academic year. “This follows on from the huge success of X1 Borden last year, which was oversubscribed with

X1 Arndale, on London Road in central Liverpool, has been undergoing a £4.7m refurbishment and expansion to offer 160 double en suite rooms and studio apartments ready for the 2013/14 student intake. The finished development will be furnished to a high standard and will offer a range of facilities including LCD televisions in all rooms, fully fitted kitchens, a SKY TV package in the communal areas, broadband internet, bike storage and a fully equipped gymnasium. Leah McCarthy from

students wanting to book accommodation for 2012/13 and is also almost fully booked for 2013/14. The development of X1 Borden involved a complete refurbishment of the existing building and consists of 120 student rooms arranged in 5-7 bedroom cluster flats.”

The Arndale development

Help to Buy at Eldon Place David Wilson Homes is giving homebuyers in

Liverpool the chance to find their dream home, with the launch of Help to Buy at its Eldon Place new development, Eldon Place. Steve Jackson, sales director at David Wilson Homes North West, says: “Eldon Place has already attracted significant levels of interest from local homebuyers, thanks to its excellent

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location close to Liverpool and range of high quality homes for both families and first time buyers”. The Help to Buy scheme was launch by the government in the Budget and is set to slash the cost of buying a new home to a fiveyear low. The initiative will dramatically improve the prospect of owning a first home or moving up the property ladder as it reduces the deposit required to just 5% and will also enable qualifying customers to access low cost

mortgage finance. The scheme provides new build homebuyers with the prospect of a 20% equity loan from the government with no interest payable for the first five years. Steve adds: “The Help to Buy scheme is the biggest single development in the housing market for the last five years and is already leading to surging numbers of local enquiries.” For more information visit www.dwh.co.uk.

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Football star launches development project in his home town Liverpool FC and England captain Steven Gerrard went back to his roots to help launch a new project that will provide muchneeded new homes. The Reds star was on hand to mark the start of work at Bluebell Park in his home town of Huyton in Knowsley, a project that will provide 101 new homes for rent to over 55s that need extra care and support to live independently, along with an additional 21 apartments for older persons shared ownership. The £14.4m development, driven by Knowsley Housing Trust, part of the First Ark Group, in partnership with Knowsley Council, will be built on the site of the former Wingate Towers flats by contractor Bullock. It will comprise of one and two bedroom apartments designed to Lifetime Homes standards and will be completed in Autumn 2014. Steven was brought up in Huyton and was pleased to return and support this important project that will invest in the future of the town.

Now could be the time for separating couples who delayed divorce for financial reasons to press ahead with proceedings, according to a Liverpool law firm.

Steven Gerrard at Bluebell Park

He says: “Huyton is where it all began for me and a lot of my family and friends live there so I am still there quite a bit. It’s great to see they are improving the area, and this will create many more jobs for people locally as well.” The project has received a

£2.6million grant from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA). To register an interest in living in one of the properties please go to www.bluebellparkapartments. co.uk.

New letting manager for Entwistle Green Estate and lettings agency Entwistle Green has welcomed a new addition to the team, as it continues to expand in Liverpool.

Daniel Pennington

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Daniel Pennington has joined the company to work as lettings manager at its city centre branch on Dale Street, which opened earlier this year. He comes with several years of property experience behind him, having already worked in sales, lettings and business development around the Liverpool area. Working alongside two negotiators and a sales consultant at the branch, Daniel is focusing

on bringing in new properties to let from across the central areas of the city. He says: “I’m running the department here and working on driving the business forward. We’ve already brought in quite a few new properties and it’s gradually increasing.” Entwistle Green, which operates a wide network across Merseyside and Lancashire, is also making plans to expand its team further as business continues to grow. For more information Entwistle Green’s city centre lettings call Daniel on 0151 236 8187.

Rebecca Finnigan, associate solicitor at Canter, Rebecca Levin & Finnigan Berg, suggests April’s news of the continued rise in house prices could ease the strain of a financial settlement. Office of National Statistics figures show divorce numbers in 2011 had vastly increased from the 30,870 granted in 1950, but there has been a dip since the recession took hold. Rebecca explains: “The legal profession widely associated that dip with potential divorcees deciding not to proceed because they could not afford to deal with a financial settlement at a time when house prices had taken a nose dive. With the news in April that house prices had risen for the fourth consecutive quarter, now might be the time to tackle the thorny issue of divorce for those people who had put off the issue.” This house price announcement does, however, coincide with the government’s legal aid reforms. Rebecca adds: “Unfortunately family legal aid was a significant casualty in this and an estimated 75% of people who would otherwise have been eligible for legal aid no longer will be. However legal aid is still available for divorces and financial settlements (ancillary relief) if the individual can evidence they have been a victim of domestic abuse within the past 24 months.” Your Move 59

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My first with... STEPH WALKER, area sales manager, Abode Group Car: MG convertible, the roof would leak when it rained.

SUE BULLEN Sales manager, Sutton Kersh

Job: I first started work at 15, I got a weekend job as a sales negotiator in my parents’ estate agents called Collertons. I've only ever been an estate agent believe it or not. Holiday: We went to Mallorca and I played with the local kids round the pool who ended up giving me chicken pox. Record/CD: Michael Jackson’s greatest hits, I'm a total Jacko fan! Pet: My one and only pet I got last year. He’s a one year old puppy dog called Buddy and he’s a cocker spaniel and poodle cross, a cockapoo! He’s completely spoilt, he’s like my baby.

What does your job entail? How long have you got?! To summarise, my job entails maintaining our position as one of the top market leaders and ensuring our clients continue to receive a first class service.

Day in the life of... VICTORIA BURTON

What’s your favorite thing about your job? Working alongside a very experienced team here at our Allerton office and seeing the joy on clients’ faces when a sale completes.

Assistant sales and lettings manager, Jones Lang LaSalle

What’s your least favourite thing? Not having enough hours in the day. If you weren’t an agent what would you be? Without a shadow of doubt I would be a lady of leisure travelling the world.

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The working day starts with a team meeting, this gives us chance to catch up on the previous day and plan the day ahead. Meeting with one of our developers to review/discuss their scheme

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Wrap everything up and finish any last minute bits before I leave the office and head the gym.

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£244,706 Currently the average house price, according to new Rightmove.co.uk figures. A more positive market sentiment combined with a seller shortage is said to have pushed the average to the highest April figure ever recorded.

It's a painfully early start every day to tend to my horses before work, I'm usually back home by 7am and it’s time to get ready for work.

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What are you going to do straight after this interview? Continue to sell more properties.

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The latest estimate from the Council of Mortgage Lenders has shown that gross mortgage lending increased by this much between February and March, with the figure rising from £10.6 billion to £11.6bn.

The number of loans advanced to first time buyers during February, according to new Council of Mortgage Lenders statistics. Activity in the first two months of the year is said to have been at its highest since 2008.

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‘Boatels’ prove big hit A trio of boutique hotel boats have been making a splash down at Liverpool’s Albert Dock, with themes of Batman, The Beatles and the Titanic. Alfie Bubbles, the man behind the floating hotels, says his luxury barges have been a hit with visitors ever since the Batman boat first launched back in 2011. “It’s the novelty factor and the fact they are so unusual. Plus they are on water, and they’re also in a great location,” explains Alfie, who says his boats are currently booked up for nearly seven days a week.

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His take on The Beatles’ Yellow Submarine, which features psychedelic decor and is filled with reminders of the Fab Four’s musical success and history in Liverpool, is said to be the most popular of the three. Meanwhile the much talked about Titanic boat hotel comes with luxurious furnishings, nautical touches and recreates the ill-fated liner’s lavish staircase. Alfie is currently working on his fourth creation, a Pirates of the Caribbean themed boat, which is expected to open at the dock towards the end of the year.

MARATHON GLORY FOR YOUR MOVE’S DOMINIQUE We are proud to congratulate Your Move team member Dominique Jones after she crossed the finish line at this year’s Virgin London Marathon.

Dominique took on four months of tough training to prepare for the 26.2 mile challenge, and completed the gruelling event in a fantastic four hours and 10 minutes. Reflecting on the build-up to the event and her success on the day, Dominique says: “Training for the London Marathon was so hard but it was all worth it because the whole day was amazing. The crowds were incredible and it was just such a brilliant experience.” Completing the marathon was not only a personal achievement for Dominique, but she also collected sponsorship money to help boost funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

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I N T E RV I E W W I T H O U T F I T D R U M M E R DAV I D B E R G E R

the perfect fit ince forming in Liverpool, Outfit have received much critical acclaim with their style of ‘melancholy pop to dance to’, and the likes of the Guardian and NME have cited them as a band to watch out for. Now members Andrew Hunt, Thomas Gorton, Nick Hunt, Chris Hutchinson and David Berger are preparing to showcase tracks from their debut album, Performance at this year’s Sound City. We caught up with drummer David ahead of the festival.

that brings with it. Furthermore, around INTERVIEW BY the time we started we'd NATASHA all been living and YOUNG playing in Liverpool for a while and were ready for a change. This prompted the Has Liverpool been a good temporary relocation to London, platform for Outfit in terms of where musical community exposure and opportunities? I'd say Liverpool has been pretty obviously works completely differently. Not being tied in good to us over the years, even with a particular scene is before we were doing Outfit. liberating and isolating by the There are a lot of people doing musical things in what is really a same stroke. You toured with Everything relatively small city so there are Everything recently. What some good platforms for artists was that like? It was brilliant, to do their thing. Out of all the lots of fun. Their tour was sold projects we've been involved in out and some of the shows were individually, Outfit is probably the one that is least connected to quite big so we got to play in front of a lot of people, in decent the city, which wasn't a venues. Interesting to get some conscious decision but maybe insight into their touring happened because we never felt operation too, it's a pretty slick very comfortable with being a affair, very pro. We were like the ‘Liverpool band’ and all the kids along for the ride, a little weighty musical associations

curious and a little silly at times. Plus the band are total gentlemen and were very supportive, very kind. A real pleasure. What can people expect at your Sound City gig? Will you play tracks from your new album, Performance? We haven't played in Liverpool for a while so we're very excited about it. We'll definitely be playing songs off the album, the majority of our set actually. We're still learning to play a couple of them at the moment, rearranging bits of it. The way we've recorded the album makes this process kind of necessary but it's also a lot of fun to come at the tracks more directly. You’ve made a video for your track Performance with FACT, which will be shown during this year’s festival. How did this come about? The video is actually being shown at FACT now as part of

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TALENT their Art of Pop Video exhibition. Sound City approached us about it earlier in the year and we were looking for a way of showing everyone one of the tracks off the album so it worked out quite well. Andy and Nick had previously created the concept for all our videos and shot and edited most of them, and working with Isaac Eastgate (director) for this one was a nice experiment. What is the atmosphere like when you play in Liverpool compared to other cities? I guess it's always exciting to play in your home town, certainly if you haven't played there for a while. All your friends are there, they want you to be good and want to have a good time. It's infectious. At the same time it's what you want from the audience in general and in a way

it can be more rewarding when it comes from people you don't personally know. Your EP, Another Night’s Dreams Reach Earth Again received positive reviews. How does Performance follow on from that and was there more pressure while making it? The EP was a direct product of our move to London and being pretty clueless in this big city, for better or worse. I think the album still has some of that in it, Andy and Tom wrote a lot of the songs when we were down there. We came back to Liverpool to start recording towards the end of last summer and spent the winter months locked away working on it, leading fairly strange lives defined by a complete lack of connection to the real world. Maybe some of

this came through in songs written during that time. But then again these are themes even our early songs aren't exactly unfamiliar with. Because we sort of disappeared to make the record and weren't really working to a deadline we only felt whatever pressure we put on ourselves, which can be substantial and has certainly grown more so recently whilst finishing things off. Everyone who's ever made a record has probably felt like that at one point or another. We're still working out the details for the album but it looks like a late summer release at the moment. Outfit will also tour with the Electronic Voice Phenomena project soon. Can you tell us more about this? We are currently working on a

“It's always exciting to play in your home town…all your friends are there, they want you to be good and want to have a good time.”

completely new piece of music commissioned by literature companies Mercy and Penned In The Margins as part of their Electronic Voice Phenomena project, which has to do with hearing unidentified voices in electronic interference. Our particular piece is inspired by the 1990 trial of Judas Priest and explores music's potential to manipulate and how this potential is being used and abused by people. Has Outfit got anything else in the pipeline? There's always more but that would be telling. • Liverpool Sound City runs from 2-4 May. Visit www.liverpoolsoundcity.co.uk. For information about Electronic Voice Phenomena visit www.electronicvoice phenomena.net

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Andre Rieu 13 DECEMBER 2013 Echo Arena Liverpool Violin master, Andre Rieu has added a second Liverpool date this December, as part of his And The Waltz Goes On Tour. The tour is named after Andre’s successful album and will feature beautiful waltzes performed by his Johann Strauss Orchestra and soloists, as well as world famous songs from Viennese operettas and musicals, and some Christmas melodies.

Fancy yourself as the next Sherlock Holmes? Put your detective skills to the test in the beautiful Lowlands mansion house as it plays host to four evenings of mystery, intrigue and suspense. Molyneux and Mother Murder Mysteries are inviting guests to solve the crime and catch the killer between three courses of a silver service meal when their latest glamorous Bada Bing Bada Boom event comes to the city. Tickets £35. Visit www.molyneuxandmother murdermysteries.co.uk.

1984 1 MAY 2013 Capstone Theatre An exciting performance of George Orwell’s definitive classic, 1984, is lined up for the city, as the Sell a Door Theatre Company returns. Mathew Dunster’s faithful adaptation of the dystopian science fiction novel, which is a staple of every ‘must read’ list, follows on from the company’s successful tour of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream. The show starts at 7.30pm, with tickets priced £10-12.

New Zealand six-piece, The Phoenix Foundation are getting ready to perform in the city as they release their new double LP, Fandango. Back in 2011 the band received critical acclaim for their brand of psychedelic pop when they launched their fourth album Buffalo, which led to successful performances at Glastonbury and on Later...With Jools Holland. Their latest offering is said to be an expansive bold and colourful statement which sees the band explore a range of moods and musical threads.

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Alfresco dining The winter weather may have massively outstayed its welcome but it won’t be too long until we can bask in the warm sunshine and enjoy some quality alfresco dining and drinking. We've scoured the region to find some of the hidden gems on offer.

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THE CLOVE HITCH BAR AND BISTRO Hope Street

Located within stumbling distance of the Liverpool Philharmonic Hall the Clove Hitch boasts a tranquil outdoor space in the form of a courtyard where fresh and locally sourced food can be served alongside an impressive range of worldwide beers and wines.

THE BLUE MALLARD Burscough Wharf

The Blue Mallard is located in the heart of Burscough Wharf, and offers relaxed canal side dining. Regional foods and traditional dishes make up the menu, which features a wide choice of meals ideal for lazy lunches through to sophisticated dining.

KAZIMIER GARDEN Seel Street

The Kazimier Garden returns this summer providing a unique outdoor door venue to enjoy everything from food, drinks and live music performances to workshops and film screenings. The Garden is among the list of venues staging gigs at the forthcoming Liverpool Sound City festival.

City Wine Bar & Kitchen 21-23 Old Hall Street, L3 9BS Living just a stones throw from Old Hall Street I’ve often walked down it and thought it was missing something. The busiest street in the commercial sector, it has no shortage of supermarkets and coffee shops but is decidedly lacking when it comes to bars and restaurants. Luckily entrepreneur Jaf Siddiqi was thinking the same thing. So much so in fact that he decided to do something about it and thus City Wine Bar & Kitchen was created. Situated in the heart of Old Hall Street, just opposite the Cotton Exchange, the bar and restaurant has only been open three days when we pop in to try it out but is already proving popular. Indeed, by the time we leave at around 7pm there is standing room only in the bar area – a sure sign of success. The venue is split into two parts, the bar area at the front with its wooden

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benches, high stools and cool yet cosy feel and the quirky dining area at the back, all rustic furniture, wooden floors and comfy seats. We arrive at 5pm and the after work crowd is already starting to drift in. After taking our seats in the restaurant area our friendly waitress introduces herself and hands us our menus to peruse. It’s an overused cliché but there really is something for everyone on City Wine Bar & Kitchen’s menu. This is evidenced by the eclectic variety of our fellow diners, from the two young women grabbing a bottle of wine and a sharing platter of couscous, home made coleslaw, roast peppers and artisan breads after work, to the business men conducting a meeting over some beers and the father with his children, all tucking into the delicious-looking

City burgers. Given the recent bout of semi-nice weather we’ve been having I decide to opt for a salad and, on Jaf ’s recommendation, choose the smoked duck which comes with orange segments, candied pecan nuts and a raspberry dressing – a zesty, delicious combination. My dining partner chooses the 7oz rump steak with a flash fried chilli, spring onion and soy sauce reduction and chunky chips – although he was equally drawn to the giant shrimp with garlic butter. On finishing his perfectly cooked steak however, with its unusual but fabulously flavoursome topping, he was sure he’d made the right decision. City Wine Bar & Kitchen is just what the commercial district needs – an affordable, attractive venue with a relaxed atmosphere and an impressive menu. Your Move 77

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