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YOURMOVEMAGAZINE.COM / ISSUE 412 / 29 APR – 12 MAY 2016

INSIDE Taste of Thai / Neutral homes / ‘The Five’ writer Harlan Coben

Changing Churches

Historic city buildings transformed into housing

May Blitz: 75 years on How the devastating event has shaped Liverpool GIVE LIVERPOOL’S FIRST VEGAN RESTAURANT

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CONTENTS

EDITOR’S LETTER The arrival of a new month brings a new milestone for Liverpool to mark, as the city prepares to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the May Blitz. We look back at the notorious week in Liverpool’s history and find out how it has, in part, shaped the city we see today. Plus we find out more about Liverpool’s plans to remember the World War II event. In our Hot Topic for this issue, we also explore the city’s changing historic former church buildings, and why the characterfilled sites are proving to be a popular option for residential developers. And international bestselling author Harlan Coben chats to Your Move about his time in Liverpool while his Sky series ‘The Five’ was filmed in the city.

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Market highlights Homes with stunning neutral style

36 ON THE COVER Hot Topic Transforming Liverpool church buildings into homes 43 News £25 million apartment scheme lined up for Silkhouse Court 49 Event Launch party held at Union Bank Serviced Apartments

LIVING 51 Interiors Top tables to dine outdoors 52 Talent ‘The Five’ creator Harlan Coben on filming the Sky series in Liverpool 56 ON THE COVER May Blitz: 75 years on A look at how the disaster has shaped Liverpool today as the city prepares to mark the anniversary 61 Food & Drink We give Liverpool’s first vegan restaurant a try and highlight the top Thai eateries 62 Streetlife What’s on around the city Your Move

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MARKET HIGHLIGHTS

£325pcm CENTRAL WAY SPEKE L A double bedroom is available to let in this well presented South Liverpool property. The neutral décor throughout provides clean and bright living spaces, while striking feature walls add a contemporary twist without being overpowering as they fit into the mellow colour schemes. The available room, being targeted at mature female applicants in particular, features mirrored fitted wardrobes which give the space a more open feel. Elsewhere in the house, the lounge welcomes in natural light and looks out onto a substantial rear garden through French doors.

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£900,000 POPLAR AVENUE MOOR PARK CROSBY L Less is more in the stand-out first floor bathroom and kitchen of this seven-bedroom detached home. A free-standing white bath provides a stunning focus of the bathroom, which is surrounded by grey tones and minimal features. Cream-coloured cabinets, fixtures and fittings then provide a simple yet traditional look in the kitchen as they’re accompanied by tiled flooring and dark worktops.

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RAL HARMONY Offers in excess of £375,000 CALDERSTONES ROAD L Subtle tones and tiny hints of colour make way for the stand-out windows and abundance of natural light to take centre stage in this spacious lounge. Part of a two-bedroom luxury penthouse apartment on the fringes of Calderstones Park, the room’s pent windows to the front and side offer views of the property’s green surroundings. A stone surround to the lounge’s electric fireplace also adds a simple yet striking centrepiece to the bright and airy space.

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W NE

£500,000

Offers in the Region Of £479,950

NEW MILL STILE, WOOLTON, L25 Executive detached house, individually designed, built to a high standard, extensive family accommodation, desirable & affluent location, entrance porch & reception hall, ground floor cloakroom/wc, formal lounge & sitting room, EPC E

GLENDYKE ROAD, CALDERSTONES, L18 Quality detached family residence, situated in a prime residential location, attractive & welcoming reception hall, ground floor wc, spacious lounge with dual aspect, attractive sitting room, well proportioned conservatory, EPC E

W NE

£419,000

Offers in Excess of £400,000

BABBACOMBE ROAD, CHILDWALL, L16 Substantial semi detached residence, popular residential location, leafy & established suburb, boasting a corner position, vestibule & welcoming reception hall, attractive formal dining room, open plan breakfast kitchen, EPC awaited

DUNBABIN ROAD, CHILDWALL, L16 Generous semi detached residence, popular residential location, tree lined position, a wealth of character & charm, combining contemporary fittings, ergonomic family accommodation, porch & welcoming reception hall, EPC E

W NE

£369,950

Offers in the Region Of £350,000

GRANGE LANE, GATACRE, L25 Detached house, extended & improved, popular residential location, generous plot, reception hall, dining room & lounge, ground floor wc, spacious dining kitchen, generous conservatory, EPC F

AMBLESIDE ROAD, ALLERTON, L18 A traditional semi detached house, occupying a substantial plot, ideal for extending, desirable & convenient location, close to all amenities, entrance porch, entrance hall, dining room & lounge, conservatory, EPC E

W NE

Offers in Excess of £325,000

£325,000

SCORE LANE, CHILDWALL, L16 Well extended semi detached house, excellent family accommodation throughout, well presented & tastefully decorated, enclosed entrance porch, reception hall & cloakroom/wc, lounge & dining room, EPC D

GATEACRE BROW, GATEACRE, L25 Semi detached family residence, imposing front elevation, a wealth of character & charm, many original features returned, combining contemporary fittings, attention to detail throughout, welcoming reception hall, EPC F

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W NE

£299,950

OIEO £250,000

£220,000

£219,950

HUNTS CROSS AVE, L25 Sem detached, lounge, dining room, dining kitche, three bedroom, bathroom, garage, gardens, EPC D

BRYNMOR ROAD, L18 Semi detached, lounge, separate rear sitting room, modern fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC E

WAYLANDS DRIVE, L25 Semi detached, extended to side & rear, entrance porch, reception hall, front lounge, dining room, EPC E

MATHER AVENUE, L18 Semi detached house, lounge, rear sitting room, kitchen, three bedrooms, stylish bathroom, EPC C

BETJEMAN GROVE, L16 Detached house, lounge, dining room, modern & attractive kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

HILLFOOT AVENUE, L25 Semi detached residence, sitting room, rear lounge, fitted kitchen, rear porch, three bedrooms, EPC D

Don’t Miss Out! Only Four Apartments Remaining, Close proximity to Lark Lane, The River Mersey, Princes Park & Sefton Park, Secure Parking

£199,950 ST MATHEWS GR, WA10 Detached family residence, lounge, substantial separate dining room, breakfast kitchen, EPC awaited

W NE

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£189,950

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£210,000

LILI MAY MEWS, BELVIDERE ROAD, L8

£179,950

PRICES FROM £180,000 - £225,000

TRURO ROAD, L15 Mid terraced house, reception hall, attractive lounge, dining room, ground floor wc, EPC C

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W NE

£175,000

£165,000

ULLET ROAD, L17 Stylish second floor apartment, lounge to kitchen, shower room, two double bedrooms, EPC E

STANIFORTH PLACE, L16 Semi detached house, lounge, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, en-suite to master, EPC D

AIGBURTH ROAD, L17 Ground floor apartment, refurbished to high standard, lounge/dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

Guide Price

£160,000

MOSS PITS LANE, L15 Semi detached, in need of modernisation, lounge & sitting room, kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC D

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W NE

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W NE

£159,950

£144,950

£135,000

SCORE LANE, L16 Semi detached house, lounge, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC D

GRASSINGTON CRES, L25 Semi detached, ounge, open plan dining area, fitted kitchen, conservatory, three bedrooms, EPC D

PARKFIELD ROAD, L17 Attractive ground floor apartment, lounge & dining area, modern kitchen with appliances, EPC D

CALDERWOOD PARK, L27 Detached property, lounge, dining kitchen, appliances included, three bedrooms, en-suite to master, EPC C

W NE

£134,950

£131,000

£125,000

BRIARWOOD ROAD, L17 Mid terraced, modernised & improved, entrance vestible, lounge/dining room, modern kitchen, rear vestibule, EPC D

WESTBURY CLOSE, L25 Semi detached, cloakroom & wc, living room, dining kitchen, three bedrooms, EPC C

CALTHORPE STREET, L19 Mid terraced property, lounge & dining area, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC D

ADDENBROOKE DR, L24 Semi detached, lounge, open plan kitchen, space for casual dining, ground floor wc, three bedrooms, EPC C W E NERIC P

W NE

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£124,950

£119,950

£117,000

£107,500

BROOKDALE ROAD, L15 Mid terraced house, lounge, separate dining room, fitted kitchen, three bedrooms, family bathroom, EPC D

GARMOYLE ROAD, L15 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen & bathroom/wc, EPC D

ROCKMOUNT CLOSE, L25 Ground floor apartment, lounge, kitchen, two bedrooms, DG, GCH, gardens, garage, EPC E

BLENHEIM ROAD, L18 Triplex apartment, living room through to kitchen, bathroom, mezzanine bedroom, EPC C

W NE

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£70,000

£65,000

£55,000

£45,000

RAINBOW DRIVE, L26 Semi detached house, entrance hall, kitchen, lounge, conservatory, bedroom, EPC D

ALEXANDRA GREEN, L17 Ground floor apartment, security entry system, communal hall, private hallway, living room, EPC F

STRATHCONA ROAD, L15 Mid terrace house, in need of upgrade, lounge to dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, bathroom, EPC D

BROMPTON AVENUE, L17 Lower ground floor apartment, no onward chain, in need of modernisation, two bedrooms, EPC awaited

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W NE

OIRO £235,000

£220,000

£160,000

£144,950

CANNING STREET, L8 Third floor penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms, spacious open plan living room/kitchen

ROYAL QUAY, L3 Stunning duplex penthouse apartment, two double bedrooms, full width balcony, allocated parking, EPC C

HUSKISSON STREET, L8 Second floor apartment, open plan living room/kitchen, dining area, two bedrooms, EPC C

ADLER WAY, L3 Third floor apartment, two bedrooms, open plan living area, stylish kitchen, timber decked balcony, EPC C

W NE

£119,950

£115,000

£110,000

RIDING STREET, L3 Fourth floor apartment, two double bedrooms, investment opportunity, open plan living room/kitchen, EPC D

X BUILDING, L3 First floor apartment, one spacious double bedroom, living room/dining room, fitted kitchen, EPC B

ELLERMAN ROAD, L3 Ground floor apartment, two double bedrooms, spacious open plan living room/kitchen, EPC C

THE SYMPHONY, L7 First floor apartment, open plan living area, modern fitted kitchen, double bedroom, EPC C

£110,000

£105,000

£100,000

£95,000

CROSSHALL STREET, L1 Lower ground floor apartment, two double bedrooms, living room/kitchen area, EPC F

THE COLLEGIATE, L6 Spacious ground floor apartment, spacious open plan living room/kitchen, double bedroom, secure parking, EPC C

BENSON STREET, L1 Top floor apartment, parking, one double bedroom, city views, open plan living room/kitchen, EPC C

DALE STREET, L2 Top floor apartment, two bedrooms, investment opportunity, open plan living room/kitchen, EPC D

£90,000

£85,000

£79,995

BISPHAM HOUSE, L3 Fourth floor apartment, investment opportunity, two bedroom, open plan living room/kitchen, EPC B

MINSTER COURT, L7 Top floor apartment , two bedrooms, fitted kitchen, living room, bathroom/wc, residents parking, EPC C

JACOB STREET, L8 Extended mid terraced house, two double bedrooms, spacious through lounge, fitted kitchen, EPC D

BERRY STREET, L1 Third floor apartment, one bedroom, open plan living area, fitted kitchen, shower room/wc, EPC F

W NE

£133,000

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W NE

£249,000

£239,950

£230,000

LAPWING CLOSE, L12 Extended detached house, five bedrooms -two ensuites, lounge, dining room & kitchen, DG, GCH, EPC D

BALMORAL WAY, L34 Detached house, five bedrooms, lounge, dining room & family room, kitchen, conservatory, EPC

CHILTERN CLOSE, L12 Extended detached house, four bedrooms, lounge, fitted kitchen, utility room, family room, EPC D

ZANDER GROVE, L12 Detached house, four bedrooms-master en-suite, lounge, dining room & kitchen, study & cloaks, EPC D

£197,995

£195,000

£189,995

£187,500

YEW TREE LANE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge , dining kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, garage, EPC D

PARKSIDE DRIVE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, ground floor extension, EPC D

SERENADE ROAD, L33 Detached house, four bedrooms-master en-suite, ground floor wc, three reception rooms, EPC D

BACK GILLMOSS LANE, L11 Detached house, four bedrooms, lounge & dining room, family room & cloaks/wc, kitchen, EPC C

£145,000

£140,000

£138,500

£137,500

GRANT ROAD, L14 End terraced house, four bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, EPC D

ELMTREE CLOSE, L12 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, bathroom/wc, front & rear gardens, EPC D

PRIORY ROAD, L4 Terraced house, four bedrooms, lounge, dining room & family room, kitchen & utility room, EPC E

RUDYARD ROAD, L14 Mid terraced house, no chain involved, two reception rooms, three bedrooms, cloaks/wc, GCH, DG, EPC E

W NE

£259,950

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£135,000

£129,950

£120,000

£115,000

AVINGTON CLOSE, L12 Town house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining kitchen, conservatory, bathroom/wc, EPC C

HORNBY ROAD, L9 End terraced house, Grade Two listed building, two reception rooms, three bedrooms, GCH, EPC D

FAIRFIELD CRESCENT, L6 Semi detached house, over three floors, six bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, gardens, EPC G

ECCLESHILL ROAD, L13 Semi detached house, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, gardens, EPC E

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W NE

£115,000

£100,000

£99,950

LINDISFARNE DRIVE, L12 Semi detached house, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, conservatory, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, EPC D

TOWNSEND AVENUE, L11 End terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & sitting room, extended dining kitchen, wet room/wc, EPC D

LUSITANIA ROAD, L4 Mid terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, utility, bathroom/wc, EPC D

£94,995

£89,950

£85,950

GORSE HEY COURT, L13 Ground floor apartment, two bedrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, wet room/wc, DG, EPC awaited

MUIRHEAD AVE EAST, L11 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, DG, GCH, gardens, EPC C

UTTING AVENUE EAST, L11 Terraced House, Three Bedrooms, Lounge & Dining Room, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, EPC D

GLENGARIFF STREET, L13 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, DG, GCH, EPC D

W NE

£115,000

W NE

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£75,000

£74,950

TURRIFF ROAD, L Town House, Two Bedrooms, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, DG, GCH, gardens, EPC C

SOMERFORD ROAD, L14 Mid terraced, three bedrooms, ground floor bathroom/wc, lounge, kitchen, conservatory, EPC awaited

SANDFORTH COURT, L13 Second Floor Apartment, Two Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, DG, garage, EPC awaited

CHERRY LANE, L4 Terraced house, three bedrooms, lounge, dining kitchen, ground floor wet room/wc, GCH, DG, EPC D

£70,000

£65,950

£64,995

£59,950

CHERRY LANE, L4 Mid Terraced House, Two Bedrooms, Lounge, Breakfast Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, DG, GCH, gardens, EPC D

BARONS HEY, L28 Mid Terraced House, Three Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen, Bathroom/WC, DG, GCH, gardens, EPC D

COWLEY ROAD, L4 End terrace house, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, bathroom/wc, GCH, DG, EPC E

AGAR ROAD, L11 Semi detached house, in need of renovation, three bedrooms, lounge & dining room, kitchen, EPC F

W NE

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£82,995

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£1,300pcm

£850pcm

£800pcm

£750pcm

SOUTH FERRY QUAY, L3 Two bedroomed duplex penthouse, fourth/fifth floor, furnished, spacious lounge, large balcony, EPC C

THE ALBANY, L3 Duplex, two bedrooms, ensuite shower room, bathroom, modern kitchen, living room, EPC C

MACKETS LANE, L25 Semi detached house, three bedrooms, gas central heating system, double glazed windows, EPC E

SPRINGHILL COURT, L15 Two bedroom apartment, ground floor, electric central heating, fully intergrated kitchen, EPC D

£725pcm

£650pcm

CATHEDRAL CLOSE, L1 Recently refurbished town house, two bedrooms, modern fitted dining kitchen, EPC C

ANCASTER ROAD, L17 Apartment ground floor, secure car parking space, fully furnished, two bedrooms, EPC C

£600pcm

£595pcm

BISPHAM HOUSE, L3 Sixth floor apartment, convenient city location, furnished, city views, two bedroom, EPC B

HIGHER LANE, L9 Mid terrace, three double bedrooms, spacious kitchen/dining room, utility room, rear yard, EPC C

£500pcm

£475pcm

£450pcm

£400pcm

BENSON COURT, L1 Second floor apartment, one bedroom, spacious open plan living room/kitchen, bathroom/wc, EPC E

ORWELL ROAD, L4 Three bedrooms, mid terrace, spacious property, modern fitted kitchen, freshly redecorated, EPC D

TORRISHOLME ROAD, L9 Mid terraced house, two bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, front and rear gardens, unfurnished, EPC D

WILLIAM JESSOP WAY, L3 Studio, furnished, compact and smartly designed, double glazing, central heating, fitted kitchen, EPC D

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Guide price £70,000+*

Guide price £50,000-£60,000*

If you’re thinking of buying or selling with Sutton Kersh, Merseysides No 1 Auction House: Please contact the team today on 0151 207 6315 / auctions@suttonkersh.co.uk / www.suttonkersh.co.uk

*Guide prices are provided as an indication of each seller’s minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures at which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to auction. Unless stated otherwise, each lot will be offered subject to a reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the lot during the auction). We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Sutton Kersh is a trading name of Countrywide Estate Agents, an appointed representative of Countrywide Principal Services Limited, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered in England No. 00789476, Registered Office: 88–103 Caldecotte Lake Drive, Caldecotte, Milton Keynes, MK7 8JT.

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Harthill Road, Calderstones, L18

£680,0000

• Four Bedroom Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Summer House • Mature Garden

Hillcroft Road, Woolton, L25

Offers Over £650,000

Offers Over £520,000 Middlefield Road, Calderstones, L18

Silverton Road, Aigburth, L17 • Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms & Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room • Family Bathroom & Ground Floor WC • Sought After Location

£290,000

Boxwood Close, Roby, L36 • Three Bedroom Detached & Modern En Suite • Cul De Sac Location • Immaculate Throughout • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

£525,000

Sudley Grange, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £410,000

• Outstanding Four Bedroom Detached • Immaculate Throughout • Good Size Lounge • Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room

Offers Over £300,000

Allangate Road, West Allerton, L19

Offers Over £290,000

• Four Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Three Reception Rooms • Open Plan Modern Kitchen • Ground Floor WC & Modern Bathroom, Gardens Front and Rear

• Highly Sought After South Liverpool Location • Four Bedroom Double Fronted Detached Property • Boasting an Array of Original Features and Character • Three Spacious Reception Rooms & Kitchen/Breakfast Room

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£475,000

• 4 Bedroom Semi Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Summer House • Mature Garden

Offers Over £390,000 Garston Old Road, Garston, L19

• Outstanding Detached Property • Four Bedroom Plus Study Room • Two Reception Rooms • Modern Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Aigburth Road, Aigburth, L19 • 6 Bedroom Semi Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • Plus Reception Hall • Double Bedrooms Throughout

• 4 Bedroom Detached • Gated Development • Opposite Calderstones Park

• Five Bedroom Extended Semi Detached In a Cul De Sac Location • Three Reception Rooms • Kitchen/Breakfast Room • Substantial Plot With Large Gardens

Dunbabin Road, Wavertree, L15

Stonehouse Mews, Calderstones, L18

£290,000

Appletree Close, Allerton, L18

Offers Over £275,000

• 3 Bedroom Detached • 2 Reception Rooms • Conservatory • Modern Kitchen

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

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Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18

£275,000

Offers Over £240,000

• Highly Sought After L16 Location • Superbly Presented Throughout • Extended Three Bedroom Semi-Detached • Two Spacious Reception Rooms

Manor Road, Woolton, L25

Victoria Mansions, Pelham Grove, L17

Offers Over £200,000

Ruskin Way, Huyton, L36

Offers Over £200,000 North Road, Cressington, L19

Offers Over £150,000

Waverley Road, Aigburth, L17 • Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L17 Location • Close Proximity to Lark Lane & Sefton Park • Spacious One Bedroom Apartment

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£250,000

Offers Over £210,000

• Stunning Two Bedroom Penthouse Apartment • Prestigious South Liverpool Conservation Area • Located Within Secluded Grounds • Close Proximity to a range of Local Amenities

Offers Over £160,000

• Three Bedroom Semi Detached • Two Reception Rooms • Extended Kitchen & Modern Bathroom • Gardens Front and Rear

• 3 Bedroom EXTENDED Semi Detached • Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room • Extended Kitchen and Dining Area • Play Room/Store Room

Rudston Road, Childwall, L16 • 3 Bedroom Extended Semi Detached • Open Plan Lounge to Dining Room • Modern Kitchen • Ground Floor WC

• A Purpose Built Duplex Apartment • Situated Off Lark Lane • Sitting Room/Dining Room • Two Bedrooms & Guest Bathroom

• Highly Sought After South Liverpool Location • Close Proximity to Woolton Village • Three Bedroom Semi-Detached Property • Two Spacious Reception Rooms & Fitted Kitchen

Padstow Close, Halewood Village, L26

Offers Over £260,000

• 4 Bedroom Detached Property • Good Size Lounge • Cul De Sac Location • Popular Location

• New Build Development • Help To Buy Available • 3 Bedroom Semi Detached • High Specification

Rudston Road, Childwall, L16

Moel Famau View, Aigburth, L17

Mannering Road, Aigburth, L17

£159,000

• Two Bedroom Apartment • Outstanding Throughout • Modern Kitchen & Modern Bathroom • Communal Garden

Offers Over £115,000

Irwell Close, Aigburth, L17

Offers Over £80,000

• One Bedroom Apartment • Lounge • Kitchen/Diner • Double Glazed

Allerton: 0151 601 3003

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Poplar Avenue, Crosby, L23

£900,000

• SPECTACULAR RESIDENCE • Desirable location • Seven bedrooms • Four receptions

Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23

£595,000

College Road North, Blundellsands, L23

Offers over £315,000

Offers over £250,000

• NHBC 10 year warranty • NO CHAIN • Four double bedrooms • Contemporary kitchen

Offers over £550,000

Ince Road, Thornton, L23

Esplen Avenue, Crosby, Merseyside, L23 Offers over £300,000

Moorgate Avenue, Crosby, L23 • Help to buy scheme available • New build • Available Spring 2016 • Four bedrooms

Endbutt Lane, Crosby, L23 • NO CHAIN • Beautifully presented • Three good sized bedrooms • Contemporary kitchen

Offers over £475,000

• Outstanding 4 Bedroom Detached • Modern Open Plan Kitchen • Good Size Lounge • Ground Floor Shower Room

• EXCELLENT DECORATIVE ORDER • Detached • Three Double Bedrooms • Magnificent modern kitchen/breakfast room

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Chestnut Avenue, Moor Park, Crosby, L23 Offers over £595,000 • Beautiful detached family home • Five/six receptions • Stunning décor • Five double bedrooms

• Contemporary way of living • Spectacular kitchen • Large family room • Two further receptions

• NO CHAIN • Four double bedrooms • Quiet location • Modern kitchen/breakfast room

Glenwyllin Road, Waterloo, L22

Offers over £675,000

• FIVE BEDROOMS • Cinema Room • Immaculately presented • Stunning Kitchen Dining Room

• New build • Four bedrooms • Luxury fixtures and fittings • Desirable location

Beech Park, Crosby, L23

Elm Avenue, Crosby, L23

£240,000

The Esplande, Waterloo, L22 • NO CHAIN • Waterfront Location • Three Bedrooms • Lounge/Dining Room

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£295,000

£230,000

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Melling Road, Aintree, L9

Offers over £185,000

• NEW BUILD • Four Bedrooms • Popular location • Only four left!

Hexham Close, Netherton, L30

Offers over £160,000

Offers over £185,000

Offers over £140,000

• Good sized garden • Quiet cul-de-sac location • Close to all amenities • Three bedrooms

Greenside Avenue, Aintree Village, L10

Crosender Road, Crosby, L23

Offers over £160,000

Brownmoor Lane, Crosby, L23 • THREE BEDROOMS • Kitchen Dining Room • Prime Location • Close to all amenities

Hedgecroft, Thornton, L23

£130,000

Marmion Avenue, Bootle, L20 • Three good sized bedrooms • Established location • En-suite shower room • Modern kitchen

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Offers over £180,000

Offers over £150,000

• NO CHAIN • Three bedrooms • Garage • Good sized garden

Offers over £140,000

Warrenhouse Rd, Brighton-le-Sands, L22 Offers over £130,000 • NO CHAIN • Three bedrooms • Modern bathroom • Modern kitchen

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L23 Location • Three Bedroom Semi-Detached • Spacious Lounge & Kitchen/Dining Room

• Sunny courtyard • Two double bedrooms • Modern kitchen • Lovely spacious bathroom

Glenby Avenue, Crosby, L23

• Superbly Presented Throughout • Highly Sought After L22 Location • Close Proximity to College Road & Crosby Village • Extended Three Bedroom Semi-Detached Property

• Open aspect to front • Three good sized bedrooms • Modern kitchen • Contemporary lounge opening to dining room

• NO CHAIN • Detached • Ideal location for all amenities • Beautifully presented

York Road, Crosby, L23

Shrewsbury Avenue, Waterloo L22

£130,000

Avon Court, Richmond, Crosby, L23

Offers over £125,000

• NO CHAIN • Two double bedrooms • Beautifully presented • Modern kitchen

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£99,950

£129,950

£164,950

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• 2/3 Bedroom Bungalow • Amazing Corner Plot • No Chain • EPC E

• 3 Bedroom 3 Storey Town House • En Suite Shower Room • Spacious Accommodation • No Chain, EPC C

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• 7% Net Returns Assured for 3 years • Modern 5-Star Luxury Living • Sought After Location • 24 Hour On Site Concierge

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£550pcm

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Bankside Court, Litherland, L21

• Furnished Apartment • Fourth Floor, One Bedroom • Walking distance to Liverpool ONE • EPC E

• First Floor Apartment • Two Bedrooms, Canal Views • Parking, Excellent Location • EPC D

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£575pcm

£700pcm

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• Two Bedroom Apartment • Ground Floor, Unfurnished • Fantastic Transport Links • EPC D

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The past decade has seen Liverpool transform into a vibrant city with multi-million pound projects, exciting employment opportunities, increased tourism, a growing population of nearly half a million and is now ranked as one of the UK’s top hotspots for buyto-let property investments. Liverpool is home to four universities with over 60,000 students and a rapidly expanding pool of young professionals moving into the city who are in need of high-quality housing in the right locations. According to Rightmove, property values in our city are rising approximately 5% year on year and in 2015 exceeded the levels seen in 2007 before the banking crisis. Rental yields on buy-to-let property offer NET returns of circa 5% and there are no indications that this will fall in the future. Looking ahead there are plenty of new development schemes planned for the city including housing schemes and a major regeneration of the Liverpool docks. We work closely with a variety of leading developers that offer an average of 7% NET returns assured for upto 3 years. Louis Anastasiou, CEO of Andrew Louis says: “The Liverpool property investment market is thriving at the moment and the city centre is definitely bringing more savvy investors into our area. Over the last 18 months we’ve witnessed many developers start to react to the demand and build new apartments, which should help to satisfy the demand in the coming years.”

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The Albany is one of the best and earliest examples of large Victorian Office buildings in the City.

£76,000

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A fantastic opportunity to purchase this double fronted Georgian townhouse situated on the desirable Falkner Street.

£115,000

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Merchants Quay

80% Shared Equity One Bedroom Apartment Timber Decked Balcony EPC - C

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£125,000

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Westminster Chambers

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One Bedroom Apartment Excellent Location No Chain EPC - B

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£139,950

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One Park West

Two Bedroom Apartment City Centre Location En-Suite Shower Room EPC - D

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Greenbank, L18 £1750 pcm • • • • • • • • •

Stunning 3 Bedroom Apartment Period Features Throughout Stripped Wooden Flooring Original Fireplaces to all Rooms Stunning Views Private Access to Rear Garden Gas Central Heating Sympathetically Furnished 2 Parking Spaces

North Sudley Road, L17 £1700pcm

Ennerdale Road, L37 £1250pcm

Princes Dock, L3 £950pcm

• Luxury Detached Family Home • 4 Double Bedrooms • Designer Fitted Kitchen • Gated Development Parking • Rear Garden

• 4 Bedroom 3 Storey Semi Detached House • 3 Bathrooms • Large Modern Fitted Kitchen • Rear Garden

• 2 Bedroom Apartment • Secure Parking • Fully Furnished • En-suite to Master • Fully Integrated Kitchen

• First Floor 2 Bedroom Duplex Apartment, Fully Furnished • Open Plan Lounge • Modern Kitchen with Appliances • 24 Hour Concierge

Duke Street, L3 £825pcm

Overhead, L8 Starting from £650pcm

Clocktower Drive, L9 £650pcm

Brooklands, L17 Recently reduced £550pcm

• Multiple 2 Bed Apartments • Perfect Location for City Centre • Secure Gated Parking, Lift Access • Balcony & Ensuite • Reduced Fees

• 3 Bed Semi-Detached House • Rear Garden • Modern Fitted Kitchen • Dining Room • Available Immediately

• 2 Double Bedroom Apartments • Secure Entry • Rear Car Park • Family Bathroom • Ground Floor

Unity Building, L3 £895pcm

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• Furnished 2 Bed Apartment • Close to Liverpool One • Undercroft Parking • Modern Kitchen & Bathroom • Juliet Balcony

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Looking for an agent who will sell your house fast? At Century 21, over 35% of our stock is currently SOLD STC or Under Offer, call today for your free valuation Halifax House, Fenwick St, L2

Kings Dock Mill, L1

• Completed development • 4 minute walk to Liverpool ONE • Former headquarter of Union Bank of the British Empire • Assured net rental guarantee of 6% for the first 2 years • Prices from £124,995 • Choice of 1 and 2 bedroom duplex apartments • 999 years lease from 2004 • For investment only • Excellent central location Dicks Lane, L40

Mariners Road, L23

• Iconic Signature Luxury Property Development • 7% NET income p.a. assured for the first 3 years • Prices from £115,000 - Only 25% Deposit Required • 100 modern luxury apartments • 15% Below Market Comparables • Excellent capital growth projected • Historic Liverpool waterfront location • Established local management company • Experienced development team

Northern Rd, L23

Ridgewell Close, L21

£219,950

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£245,000

Parkway, L23

W NE

OIRO £250,000

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O/O £815,000

St. Luke’s Road, L23

O/O £185,000

• Award Winning Design • 6 Bedrooms • Barn Conversion • EPC D

• Bungalow • Immaculately Presented • Convenient To Beach • EPC D

• Extended property • 5 Bedrooms • Close to Crosby Village • EPC E

• 4 Bed Detached • Contemporary renovation • Well Presented • EPC D

• Immaculately presented • Two Reception Rooms • Three Bedrooms • Awaiting EPC

Shrewsbury Avenue, L22

Runnells Lane, L23

Merrilocks Rd, L23

Courtenay Avenue, L22

Stuart Road North, L20

£179,995

• Modern Features • Great Location • 3 Bedrooms • EPC D

The Strand Plaza, L2 W NE

£179,950

• Character Property • Beautifully Presented • 3 Bedrooms • EPC TBC

£169,950

• Semi-rural Location • Immaculately Presented • Detached Garage • EPC Rating D

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£165,000

• 2nd Floor Apt • Lift Access • Excellent Location • EPC C

£159,995

• 3 Bedrooms • Great Size Property • Potential To Add Value • EPC F

£147,000

• Three bedrooms • Well Presented • Off Road Parking • EPC Rating F

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Deal with one dedicated property professional from start to finish. I promise. I deliver. I am accountable. Call today for your free valuation. Briarlea, Cuckoo Lane, L25

Queens Drive, L18

The Vineries, L25

Barry Drive, L19

Castle St, L25

Bancroft, L25 W NE

£630,000

GP £500-525K

• 7 Bedrooms • 3 Reception Rooms • 3 Bathrooms • EPC G

• 5 Bed Detached • 3 Reception Rooms • En Suite • EPC E

Clover Avenue, L26

New Heys Drive, L18

£499,950

• 5 Bed Detached • Three Bathrooms • Terrace With River Views • EPC C

Taggart Avenue, L16

Beechurst Rd, L25

£200,000

Byron Court, L25

£194,999

£195,000

• Extended Semi • 3 Bedrooms • NO CHAIN • Awaiting EPC

Torcross Way, L26

£155,000

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Dee Court, L25 RE DU CE D

£109,950

• 1st Floor Flat • 2 Bedrooms • Spacious Lounge • EPC D

• 1 Bed Apartment • First Floor • Ideal First Time Buyer • EPC C

Adler Way, L3

£135,000

• 3 Story Town House • 3 Bedrooms • Well presented • EPC C

East Millwood, Speke, L24 RE DU CE D

W NE

£120,000

• Mid Terrace • 3 Bedrooms • NO CHAIN • EPC D

£150,000

• 3 Bed Semi • Extended • Garage • EPC TBC

Duke Street, L1

W NE

£120,000

• 1 Bed Apartment • Off Plan Purchase • Option Rent Guarantee • EPC TBC

£154,950

• Extended Semi • 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • EPC D

Southdale Road, L15

Silverbrook, L27

D CE DU RE

Parker Street, L1

£164,950

• 2 Bedroom Apt • Ground Floor • Excellent Location • EPC C

• Mid Terrace • 2 Bedrooms • NO CHAIN • EPC D

Hallville Road, L18

D CE DU RE

£165,000

• 2 Bed Mid Terraced • Two Reception Rooms • NO CHAIN • EPC D

£180,000

• 3 Bedrooms • Well presented • Downstairs WC • EPC F

• End Cottage • 2 Double Bedrooms • 2 Reception Rooms • EPC D

Bardley Crescent, L35

Quarry Street, L25 W NE

£219,950

• Grade II Listed • Lower Ground Floor • Private Entrance • EPC C

£225,000

• Character Cottage • Woolton Village • 2 Bedrooms • EPC E

D CE DU RE

Cam Street, L25

Greensbridge Lane, L26

£299,999

• 5 Bedrooms • Semi Detached • Cul-Del-Sac Location • EPC C

W NE

£220,000

• Detached House • 3 Bedrooms • Conservatory • Awaiting EPC

O/O £405,000

• 4 bed Semi-Detached • Open Plan • Outside Office to Rear • EPC D

£105,000

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HISTORIC CHURCH BUILDINGS ARE POSITIONED ACROSS LIVERPOOL PRIMARILY PROVIDING PLACES OF WORSHIP AS WELL AS HUBS FOR COMMUNITIES BUT AS COSTLY MAINTENANCE POSES A CHALLENGE FOR CHURCH GROUPS CONVERSIONS TO RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY ARE PROVING A POPULAR OPTION FOR ALTERNATIVE USE AS CONVERTED CHURCH BUILDINGS AND POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES ARE BEING PLACED ON THE MARKET AND LISTED AT PROPERTY AUCTIONS YOUR MOVE TAKES A CLOSER LOOK AT WHAT IT TAKES FOR A CHURCH TO BE DECOMMISSIONED WHY RESIDENTIAL USE IS OFTEN THE WAY FORWARD AND WHAT MAKES THE SITES SUCH AN ATTRACTIVE PROPOSITION FOR PROPERTY DEVELOPERS TENANTS AND BUYERS ALIKE

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According to the Diocese of Liverpool, around five of the city’s Church of England churches alone have been decommissioned in the past five or six years. It’s a decision which is by no means taken lightly, however the costly responsibilities that come with maintaining historic and listed buildings can often leave little choice. “We’ve probably got the largest portfolio of heritage buildings in the area,” explains Stuart Haynes, director of communications for the Diocese of Liverpool. “Each church is kind of a separate organisation so there are church councils that are registered as charity trustees. “We don’t receive any regular central funding for the upkeep – we rely on the generosity of congregations and also any grant funding that individuals can secure so it’s quite a challenge, particularly for small congregations, and sometimes we’ve got to make difficult decisions around church buildings.” An unstable spire threatening to collapse into the roof of St John the Divine Church in Fairfield is just one example of the issues which have marred some church buildings in the city, and such problems inevitably require “substantial investment” to be repaired. Therefore, as Stuart adds, it’s not always possible or in the best interests of the building for the church community to hold onto it. “One of the challenges is do you try and keep a church as a building which is maybe not suitable for modern church worship and takes all of our energy, or do you let somebody else develop that building and keep and preserve the beauty of the architecture, but use it for a different purpose?” he says. “Provided that’s done sensitively and well, that’s not necessarily a bad thing. The worst thing would be having a building rotting and decaying.”

KEEPING CHURCHES IN THE COMMUNITY So how do some church buildings come to end up as homes? Well, for the Church of England in particular it would seem that when a congregation unfortunately does have to let go of its historic church building, selling it off to a residential property developer is far from the next step. “We don’t just look at offloading them straight away,” insists Stuart, highlighting that finding a suitable use for a building comes before making a financial return. For the Diocese of Liverpool, keeping the sites as part of worshipping communities, even if that means for another denomination, is the preferable way forward. For instance, the diocese is currently said to be looking to transfer the ownership of St Paul’s Church in Stoneycroft to the Coptic Church, while some churches begin talking to other congregations and denominations themselves at earlier stages about how their site could be kept as a place of worship. Another option is for a former church building to be taken on by the wider community, as has been the case for the Grade II*-listed Old Christ Church in Waterloo, which has been brought back in to active use by a ‘friends’ group to host community activities. Meanwhile the Archdiocese of Liverpool has also seen a number of its former church buildings being transformed into alternative community spaces such as St Mary of the Angels Church, which was opened as Liverpool Philharmonic at the Friary in 2009 following a two-year refurbishment project to turn it into a recording and rehearsal venue.

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“CHURCHES WILL ALWAYS HOLD VALUE AND INCREASE IN CAPITAL GIVEN THE GREAT ORIGINAL FEATURES AND UNIQUE BUILD AGAINST THE CONFORMIST NEW BUILD APARTMENTS AND HOUSES.”

HOUSES OF PRAYER TO PLUSH PADS In the event that former church buildings are brought to the market, their potential for residential development has proven to be a catch for developers in the area. Liverpool agent and auctioneer Sutton Kersh has dealt with a number of decommissioned churches during various stages of their transition from place of worship to residential offering, having targeted investors and developers with buildings at auction which require redevelopment, to marketing fully converted homes to prospective buyers and tenants. At its most recent auction, the two-storey brick and stone Tetlow Church near Liverpool’s Stanley Park generated a sale for £12,500 more than its £50,000 guide price as its prospects for residential conversion were highlighted. Meanwhile the former Stoneycroft Church on Greenfield Road in Old Swan, which was previously auctioned by Sutton Kersh, has been successfully turned into 14 apartments. Cathy Holt, associate director at Sutton Kersh Auctions, suggests that churches’ wealth of character, original architecture and features make them popular spaces to live in and also viable investments. “The size of rooms and the original features make them attractive to owner occupiers,” says Cathy.

“Investors achieve very good yields given the size and amount of conceivable units you can fit within the buildings. “Churches will always hold value and increase in capital given the great original features and unique build against the conformist new build apartments and houses.” Another church seemingly on the cusp of being sold is St Austin’s Church & Presbytery on Aigburth Road which, again highlighted for its residential potential, is said to have attracted “significant demand”. The Grade II-listed church and its rear presbytery, which were both built in 1856, were recently being marketed by Lambert Smith Hampton (LSH). “Given its architectural merit, demonstrated by its Grade II listing and age, and combined with the established residential location, the marketing campaign which has now been brought to a conclusion has demonstrated significant demand in particular from residential developers,” says Robert Diggle, director of agency and investment at LSH. “There are a lack of opportunities for new build residential accommodation in South Liverpool and therefore the developers take every opportunity to convert buildings when they become available, with the knowledge that there is strong occupier demand upon completion of construction.” Further details of whether a specific buyer has been found for the site and any future plans

could not be confirmed at this stage, although a deadline for bids has now passed. For property investors and developers looking to transform former churches into homes, there’s more to think about than the church building itself. A ‘New Uses for Former Places of Worship’ report by Historic England also highlights the importance of protecting surrounding churchyards. “A new owner will have to take account of the need to obtain permission for any disturbance of burials, of the archaeological significance of below-ground and some upstanding churchyard structures, and of the possible wildlife and ecological significance of the churchyard,” it explains, suggesting that sufficient justification to clear historic graveyards and monuments in church grounds is “rare”. According to the Diocese of Liverpool, sympathetic residential conversions which have taken place in the city so far have not been seen as a loss as such, but have been welcomed as they address other needs in the city. “In an ideal world we’d have all the buildings used as worshipping communities,” says Stuart. “Failing that then the best, most suitable use for the community is fine by us. “If it’s providing beneficial housing to people then that’s still a need for people so that’s a good and sympathetic use and the congregation can do the church stuff elsewhere - that’s not a problem.” Your Move 37

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Booker Avenue, Allerton, L18 7HH Offers over £275,000 or £220,000 with ONLY 2 PLOTS AVAILABLE BUILD COMPLETION DUE SEPTEMBER 2016 A new development of 3 bed semi-detached homes situated in the sought after area of Allerton. The spacious homes are carefully designed, with fitted kitchens & integrated appliances, with contemporary bathrooms and ensuite tiled throughout. With an abundance of local amenities, transport links and top rated schools – it makes this an ideal home for the modern family. Off plan reservations now being taken.

Moorgate Avenue, Crosby, L23 0UE Prices from £295,000 or £236,000 with ONLY ONE PLOT AVAILABLE BUILD COMPLETION DUE JUNE 2016 A unique , architecturally designed 4 bed detached home situated in the sought after area of Crosby. With contemporary fitted kitchens and integrated appliances , modern bathrooms and ensuite tiled throughout, this one of a kind home will be finished to a high specification. With generous living accommodation, gardens & off road parking this ideal family home can now be reserved off plan. Call us today to register your interest.

Help to Buy Forth Homes are help to buy approved developers. Help to buy prices represent 80% of the full purchase price shown. Help to Buy purchases are required to fund at least 80% of the purchase price by means of a conventional mortgage, savings and deposit where required. Eligible applicants will be offered an equity loan of up to 20% of the market price, interest free for the first 5 years. At the start of year six a fee of 1.75% is payable on the equity loan, which rises annually by RPI inflation plus 1%. Only available on selected properties in England. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Terms and conditions apply. Please speak to your financial advisor for full details. Prices and details correct at time of distribution. Some images may be for illustration purposes only. Please speak to a Forth Homes sales advisor for more information.

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Hall Road East, Blundellsands, L23 8TS Prices From £595,000 or £476,000 with ONLY ONE PLOT REMAINING An exclusive development of 4 bedroom executive homes, due for completion in May, and built to the developers Platinum specification. Early reservations allow the buyer to hand pick many interior finishes.

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NEWS AGENTS URGED TO ENTER PRESTIGIOUS NWPAs CATEGORY Estate and letting agents are being urged to submit their entries for the NWPAs’ Residential Property Agency of the Year accolade as the closing date edges closer. With just two months to go until the deadline for the prestigious awards, which have been rebranded and opened up to the whole of the North West for 2016, the region’s agencies are being encouraged to make sure they’re in with a chance of winning the top title. For the first time in the awards’ history, entries must be submitted for the Residential Property

Residential Property Agency of the Year is one of 12 awards to be presented

Agency of the Year category, which is one of 12 awards set to celebrate residential and commercial property achievements throughout the area. Previously, agencies were automatically submitted and shortlisted for the accolade via a mystery shopping process. Kim O’Brien, director of Move Publishing which is behind the NWPAs, says: “With the awards now encompassing the whole of the North West, now is the perfect time to submit an entry and be recognised as the best residential sales or lettings agency in the region. “The judges will be looking for agencies with a

strong client focus, high levels of service and evidence of growth and success through digital marketing. If this sounds like you, then get your entry in before 1 July.” Awards will be presented during a glittering ceremony at Lutyens Crypt in Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral on 20 October. With sell-out success for tickets and backing from property firms around the region, the event is already shaping up to be the biggest yet. For more information about the 2016 awards categories, visit www.nwpas.com.

LUXURY APARTMENTS PLANNED FOR SILKHOUSE COURT Plans have been revealed to turn a prominent Liverpool city centre office block into luxury apartments.

How the proposed Silkhouse Court apartments will look

The £25 million scheme to redevelop Silkhouse Court on Tithebarn Street will include 193 studio, one and two-bedroom homes. Manchester-based Knight Knox has launched the project with Fortis Developments, in conjunction with Elite City Living. The 15-storey tower will also include an on-site gym, bicycle storage, private parking and a concierge service. The two retail units currently occupying the ground floor, including Costa Coffee, will be retained, as will the existing Bizz Kidz Nursery. It’s understood the building’s remaining tenants, including MSB Solicitors and GJW Direct, will be moving elsewhere. Andy Phillips, commercial director at Knight Knox, says: “Liverpool is one of the country’s top buy-to-let investment hotspots and we’re thrilled to be providing the area with premium residential property and attractive investment opportunities.” The building will be let by Fortis Lettings and Management and managed by Fortis Estate Management. Kieran Moore, director of Fortis, adds: “We’re delighted to announce the launch of Silkhouse Court, which offers truly exceptional views of Liverpool city centre. “All 193 apartments will be built with future residents in mind and will benefit from high quality fixtures and fittings as well as contemporary designs, so we’re sure they’ll be snapped up in no time.” Your Move 43

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Growing Forth Homes expands its team

LIVERPOOL SOLICITORS PAUL CROWLEY & CO EXPANDS SERVICES AT WEST DERBY

Merseyside-based developer Forth Homes is adding to its team as it continues to grow its development portfolio across the North West. New purchasing manager Mark Cowen is the latest recruit for the housebuilder, which is said to be experiencing “rapid growth and expansion”. Mark, who has more than 30 years of industry experience from a major civils background, has previously worked on wellknown projects across the country including the Commonwealth Games Stadium, the Imperial War Museum and the London Gateway. At Forth Homes he will focus on tasks including procuring materials at the best prices, negotiating contracts and evaluating companies for subcontract tender. A spokesperson for Forth Homes says: “We are confident that Mark’s appointment will enhance our supply chain and build strong relationships with North West industry suppliers, therefore streamlining the build programme and contributing to the overall quality and finish of our homes. “We are looking forward to a very exciting future for Forth Homes.” For further information about Forth Homes call 0151 909 3007.

Mark Cowen has been appointed as purchasing manager

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Jennifer McMahon, head of private client at Paul Crowley & Co

Liverpool solicitors Paul Crowley & Co has expanded the range of services on offer at its West Derby branch to include residential conveyancing. The company’s North Liverpool office now

provides a full range of services, with probate, wills, and power of attorney and trust already available to clients. Paul Crowley & Co’s West Derby expansion comes amid a key period of growth for the firm, which celebrated its 25th year in the industry in 2016. The company recently doubled the size of its personal injury team with new appointments including Elaine Walker as its new head of department and Jon Evans as litigation team leader, as well as a new solicitor and two new paralegals. Jennifer McMahon, head of private client at Paul Crowley & Co, says: “We are delighted to now be able to offer conveyancing at the West Derby office, there are a large number of agents in the area whose clients will benefit from these new services. “Having won Best Property Law Firm at last year’s Your Move Property Awards, it is the perfect opportunity to build upon this success and expand the reach of our property services.” Alongside the West Derby branch Paul Crowley & Co also has offices in Anfield and Liverpool city centre.

MARSHALL PROPERTY WINS ESTAS ACCOLADE Liverpool estate agent Marshall Property has been named ‘Best North West Letting Agency’ at the industry’s prestigious ESTAS. The firm was one of 10 companies nominated for the prize in the regional category, which is handed out based on nominations from clients. Marshall Group managing director, Sean Marshall, says: “Winning this award is not only a testament to the hard work our team put in everyday but also a reminder of the value of our clients’ support. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of our customers and clients on behalf of the whole team at Marshall Property. We are looking forward to a great year working with you.” The ESTAS are the largest and longest running awards in the British property industry. This year’s winners were announced at the 13th annual ceremony which took place at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London in April. Founded in 1986, Marshall Property has branches in Liverpool city centre, Penny Lane, and Grassendale.

The Marshall Property team received their award at the London ceremony

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Liverpool interior designer to expand flagship store The expansion will make way for more roomset displays

Liverpool interior design expert Elaine Cunningham is currently refurbishing her flagship store on Aigburth Road. The ground floor of the South Liverpool shop, which features Elaine Cunningham Home Furnishings, was recently revamped and the first floor is being extended, with an estimated completion date of June. The Elaine Cunningham Design Studio will be based on the upper level, with the expansion of the space allowing the business to showcase more of its roomsets, displaying highlights from its latest ranges on site. With the transformation underway Elaine says: “I felt that now is the ideal time for expansion because the recession is well and truly over, the housing market is booming and more and more people are refurbishing their homes, adding value to them. “I think our customers want to step into a store and see an actual roomset to get a feel for how it will look in their own home.” The company is also growing its workforce to coincide with the refurbishment and is seeking a part-time trainee interior stylist to join the team. Further hires are expected to follow. Improvements to the outside of the Aigburth premises include a new sign bearing the ‘Elaine Cunningham’ branding and the company is also in the process of upgrading its website. Launched as Elaine Cunningham Interiors in 2006, the store sells everything from wallpaper to fabric, paint to carpet and furniture to lighting, as well as offering an interior design and made-to-measure curtain service. Home consultations are also provided. For more information visit www.elainecunningham.co.uk.

COMMUNITY INITIATIVE LAUNCHED AT THE KEEL APARTMENTS A new activities initiative is being launched at waterfront development The Keel to help create a greater sense of community. Touchstone Residential, which markets and manages the Queens Dock apartment complex, is looking to host new events and services with potential to include free personal training sessions within the on-site gym. Stephen Rogers, portfolio manager at Touchstone Residential, says: “Currently we are

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follows confirmation from Touchstone Residential that The Keel is approaching full occupancy. The luxury apartment complex opened last year following a £30 million project to convert the former HMRC building, which was originally constructed in 1993 during the early days of Liverpool’s waterfront renaissance. For more information on The Keel call 0845 266 0025. Your Move 45

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NEWS Philip Lawton says Liverpool rental market is attracting strong demand

LIVERPOOL RENTAL MARKET IS ‘VERY HEALTHY’ SAYS PROPERTY EXPERT Liverpool’s rental market is currently in good shape with the south of the city seeing particular demand, according to a local property expert. Sutton Kersh director, Philip Lawton says the lettings sector is “very healthy”, noting high demand for three-bedroom semi-detached and terraced houses in South Liverpool priced between £650 and £900 per month. He says: “A well maintained, unfurnished house [in South Liverpool], will let within the first week or two of coming to the market, sometimes within 48 hours.” The property firm also suggests high demand for two-bedroom apartments in the vicinity of Sefton Park priced between £650 and £800 per month. Meanwhile at the higher end of the market, four-bedroomed detached houses letting for between £1,400 and £1,750 per month are said to be sought after. Philip adds: “Whilst there is a healthy demand for rental accommodation, properties still need to be well maintained and well presented as tenants’ expectations are also rising. “There has been modest growth in rental values within the past 12 months and I expect this to continue in the foreseeable future.” According to Philip, the controversial landlord licensing requirements which came into effect last April have not had a significant impact on the Liverpool rental market. He also predicts the recently introduced stamp duty increase will prove similarly inconsequential once investors have built the additional expense into their purchase costs. For more information contact Sutton Kersh on 0151 482 2553.

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The developer has announced that 20% of all sales at its Stephenson Grove development on Warrington Road took place within the last two months. Countryside has now sold 67 out of 79 houses at the site, with local buyers snapping up 13 of them since February. The surge in demand follows a redesign of the Stephenson Grove development based on customer feedback, which included the addition of more four-bedroom home designs. Peter Vella, regional sales and marketing director at Countryside, says: “We’ve seen a real increase in enquiries in the past couple of months at Stephenson Grove, particularly on the larger home designs that came as part of the site’s redesign last summer. “This, combined with the Help to Buy scheme, has gone a long way in helping local people not only step onto the property ladder, but also provide security for their families.” For more information on Countryside’s Stephenson Grove development, which has a sales office based on Warrington Road, call 0151 909 8089. Your Move 47

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TO WHAT EXTENT IS ‘THE FIVE’ A DEPARTURE FROM WHAT YOU USUALLY DO? The story was actually a novel to begin with. I was going to make ‘The Five’ as a book, but with four lead characters I saw it in a bigger way; with brighter colours, more texture, more pop, and more visuals than most of my stories. After 28 novels I wanted to tell a story on a different canvas and I thought a 10-episode series was the most interesting way to tell this one. The story itself is not different from my books. It’s really about four friends and what happens when a past tragedy comes back into their lives. WHAT ARE THE KEY THEMES THAT ‘THE FIVE’ EXPLORES AS THE STORY UNFOLDS? It’s about hope, redemption, and family with really cool twists and turns. In the very opening scene, we see these five kids playing in the woods, and the older brother is saying to his younger brother ‘just go home, you know the way. Get out of here, you’ll be fine.’ You see the brother walk away, never to be seen again, and boom! We skip ahead 20 years and these four other children have all grown up. One’s become a doctor, one’s become a lawyer helping the poor, one’s become a cop, and one is a social worker running a shelter for runaway youths. Their lives are scarred by that disappearance 20 years ago and right before the first commercial break we find out that DNA has been discovered that shows the missing kid they thought was dead all these years is still alive. Wow, right? That’s how it all starts, before the four friends reunite to try and find out the truth. AT WHAT STAGE DID YOU REALISE ‘THE FIVE’ WAS A TV SHOW RATHER THAN A NOVEL? I was toying around with the idea of doing either one. I think we’re living in the golden age of television. I don’t think it’s ever been done quite this well, with such variety in so many different countries and locations. So when Nicola Shindler of RED Production Company approached me about doing something, this idea was just right there. I thought ‘wouldn’t it be cool if I could make a TV series instead of just adapting a novel?’ This is like a TV novel, if you will - 10 parts, one big story with a beginning, middle and end. I just love that idea, the way it’s told in 10 chapters. YOU MENTIONED HOW THE SHOW STANDS ALONE BUT IS THERE SCOPE FOR A FOLLOW-UP? I could take these characters and put them in another story, but I hate it when a TV series you’ve invested so much time in doesn’t give you the answers you want. They kind of stall for

another season. That’s just not fair. I sell my next book based on how good the book before was and it’s going to be the same with this series. If we bring these people back it’s because you loved the story so much. You will have all of the answers. I want you to have an emotional ending and shed a tear during parts of it. All of that was made clear to Sky One from the start.

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AS A NOVELIST YOU’RE USED TO WORKING SOLO HOW DID YOU FIND CO-WRITING ‘THE FIVE’ WITH DANNY BROCKLEHURST? The comparison I use is that, as a novelist, I take home a school report card that says ‘he does not play well with others’ and TV is all about collaboration. I did go into the project wary but especially with Danny Brocklehurst, it was a perfect partnership. He was the perfect guy to work with. He really got my sensibilities and I got his. We have similar senses of humour, similar outlooks on life, and the same vision for the show. I went in with great trepidation because I don’t normally let my stuff go to other people, but he did a fantastic job and it ended up working out.

parks and beautiful homes, and then we have scenes in broken-down shelters and in darkness. Your city has all of that and more. We did our table readings on the top floor of the Maritime Museum, looking out at the Yellow Submarine. It’s just a cool place where areas are being redone all the time. I don’t think we could have found one place that had such wonderful variety for us.

HOW DID IT FEEL SEEING YOUR CREATION COME TO LIFE ON SCREEN? It sounds really corny but I welled up. I kind of got teary. You can be in this business and write as many novels as you want, but I remember thinking when I was on the set in Liverpool that I had this idea in my house in New Jersey and it went on to bring together this great cast - Tom Cullen, O.T. Fagbenle, Lee Ingleby, Sarah Solemani - the four leads. Then we have great veteran actors and actresses like Geraldine James, Michael Maloney and Don Warrington. To see these people bring your idea to life is really heady, it’s really an emotional moment and I still get choked up when I see it.

WHAT KIND OF FEEDBACK DID YOU HEAR FROM THE CAST AND CREW ABOUT FILMING IN THE CITY? I think we all fell a little bit in love with Liverpool, really. For them it was interesting because they’re mostly from London. They were pulled up from their roots and spent a lot of time in Liverpool for the shoot. I recently was having dinner with O.T. Fagbenle, who plays Danny in the show, and I know he has such a deep love for Liverpool now. He almost considers it another home. I mentioned our four lead actors but I think our fifth lead is the city of Liverpool, it really shines. I think you guys will be really proud of your city. I’m proud of your city and I hope you enjoy what you see in the show.

‘THE FIVE’ WAS FILMED HERE IN LIVERPOOL WHAT IS IT ABOUT THE CITY THAT APPEALED TO THE PRODUCTION TEAM? I think your city is magic. It’s really cool and has such variety. When you walk around it’s beaming with life. You have all these various bricks in so many colours. They look almost like those paintings that change based on the angle you’re at. The city’s streets and brickwork look different depending on the time of day or where you’re standing. It was fun for me as a stranger to walk down your streets because they take on different colours and textures, block to block and time of day. I would often go out of my hotel - I was staying at the Hope Street Hotel - and walk towards Bold Street where they have these cool, funky cafes where I would set up shop. I actually wrote part of my new book ‘Fool Me Once’ in Bold Street Coffee. There are moments in the show set in green

ARE THERE MORE TV PROJECTS FOR YOU ON THE HORIZON? Yes, definitely. I’m going to talk to Sky One about maybe doing another show together and I’m going to continue working with Nicola Shindler of RED Production Company. We’ve formed our own production company called Final Twist Productions and we plan on trying to adapt my novel ‘Six Years’ into a TV series. That will be for an American network.

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THE MAY BLITZ OF SAW THE MOST CONCENTRATED SERIES OF WORLD WAR II AIR ATTACKS ON ANY BRITISH CITY OUTSIDE LONDON TARGET LIVERPOOL FOR SEVEN CONSECUTIVE NIGHTS FEROCIOUS BOMBING RAIDS BY THE GERMAN LUFTWAFFE CAUSED DEVASTATION ACROSS THE CITY RAISING LARGE PARTS OF IT TO THE GROUND AS WE APPROACH THE TH ANNIVERSARY OF THIS NOTORIOUS WEEK IN LIVERPOOL’S HISTORY YOUR MOVE LOOKS BACK AT HOW THE EVENT SHAPED THE CITY AND FINDS OUT WHAT’S IN STORE TO MARK THE OCCASION Bombing raids on the strategically vital port of Liverpool began in August 1940, continuing for the rest of that year. The aerial offensive reached its peak in May 1941, when for a week from 1 May, over 850 tonnes of high explosive bombs and more than 112,000 incendiary devices were dropped on the city. The May Blitz was one of the last series of major raids on Britain before Germany shifted its attention to the invasion of Russia and the last significant air assault on Merseyside during the war. It left a mark which is still visible to this day. “The easiest way of visually explaining the devastation caused by the May Blitz is with the area we now know as Liverpool ONE which was essentially flattened,” says Neil Holmes, expert on the Liverpool Blitz and author of two books on the subject.

“BEHIND THE SWEEPING SLUM CLEARANCES OF THE 60s AND 70s, THE BLITZ WAS PROBABLY THE THING THAT HAD THE NEXT BIGGEST EFFECT ON THE REDEVELOPMENT OF LIVERPOOL.” Numerous prominent buildings were severely damaged or destroyed, including Blacklers department store on Charlotte Street; Lewis’s, which took a direct hit and had to be pulled down and Custom House, which suffered intense bombing throughout the Blitz but took its knockout blow during the May offensive. It wasn't just the docks and the city centre which suffered under the bombardment; residential areas also experienced vast devastation. An astonishing 40% of Liverpool's houses were either destroyed or seriously damaged, leaving 51,000 people homeless. In many districts, large swathes of terraced housing was wiped out, most notably in Bootle, which was left with just 15% of its housing standing as a result of the week-long barrage. Much of the city centre was rapidly rebuilt

following the events of May 1941 and the wider German bombing campaign, but in some cases buildings affected by the Blitz were left untouched for decades. Parts of Albert Dock, for example, were severely damaged during the Blitz yet stood ruined after the war, with the area falling into dereliction before a major regeneration project began in the 1980s. Although a devastating week in Liverpool’s history, the May Blitz eventually proved a watershed moment in the shaping of both the city’s skyline and its development into what it is today. Following the war, Liverpool City Council was faced with the task of replacing houses destroyed during the Blitz. Much like other cities, Liverpool redeveloped central areas of the city in the 1950s and 1960s whilst constructing large amounts of new council houses and flats in the suburbs. “Behind the sweeping slum clearances of the 60s and 70s, the Blitz was probably the thing that had the next biggest effect on the redevelopment of Liverpool,” adds Neil. “I think for someone living then, it would be very difficult to imagine what life and housing in the modern day period would be like. If you told a docker in 1940 that the warehouses he was working in would be housing in 2016, he would think you were mad!” The human cost of the May Blitz should, of course, not be overlooked- 1,453 people lost their lives across Liverpool, with a further 1,065 suffering serious injuries. “This was all in the space of a week,” Neil adds. “It’s hard to imagine anybody who wouldn't have known somebody who had been killed.” One of the most vivid and poignant symbols of the May Blitz and its impact on both the buildings and people of Liverpool is of course St Luke’s Church, known to many as the ‘Bombed Out Church’. It was on the night of 5 May 1941 when the Gothic-styled parish church on Leece Street suffered a direct hit from a German incendiary device, leaving the building a burnt-out shell. Unlike Custom House, which was controversially pulled down after sustaining damage which was not irreparable, St Luke’s was left to stand as a reminder and a memorial to the thousands of Liverpool men, women and children who died during the Blitz.

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St Luke’s Church, 6-8 May Out of the Darkness will transform St Luke’s with a free moving light and sound display to mark the 75th anniversary of the May Blitz. Innovative artists METRO-BOULOT-DODO (MBD) are the team behind the installation which will feature a 12-minute film retelling the story of the Blitz and how it affected Liverpool. Archival photographs will also be projected onto the church and into the windows alongside a live performance. Taking place over three nights, audiences can visit the garden of St Luke’s to view over 2,000 lanterns which have been created by primary school children from across Merseyside. The lanterns have been made to look like shards of broken stained glass, with some based on the small remaining pieces which are still visible at St Luke’s. “It’s a really emotive and reflective piece – I think people will come away quite touched and shocked by just how much Liverpool was affected,” says Esther Simpson, artistic director of MBD.

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Liverpool Cathedral, 3 May Liverpool Cathedral will mark the anniversary of the May Blitz on 3 May with a special event staged by BBC Radio Merseyside, written and produced by Pauline McAdam. The occasion will feature music from the 1940s and beyond, taking the audience on a journey of Liverpool’s recovery and regeneration since World War II. A military-style brass band and 170-strong choir will be among the performers on the night alongside Frank Cottrell Boyce and Roger McGough, who will be presenting original pieces.

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Located on the upper level of Liverpool ONE next door to the exclusive Palm Sugar cocktail bar, Chaophraya is a distinctly upmarket Thai eatery. Set over two levels with its own impressive alfresco terrace, Chaophraya is the perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion or to simply enjoy a well-earned break from a strenuous shopping trip.

JEWEL OF THE LANE Chilli Banana, Lark Lane

A mainstay of Lark Lane’s substantial food offering for a number of years now, Chilli Banana has established itself as arguably the Lane's standout eatery. Its food is that popular there is even a Chilli Banana cookbook so intrepid chefs can have a go at recreating some of its finest dishes at home.

THE REAL DEAL Phi, West Derby Village Based in the heart of West Derby Village, Phi is a family-run restaurant with a truly authentic feel. Head chef Sura hails from Chiamge Mai in Northern Thailand – a province famed for its use of fresh herbs and spices in its cooking. Sura must be doing something right as even footballer Wayne Rooney has popped in for a plate of his ‘proper’ Thai grub.

GIVE KITCHEN Harrington Road, Brunswick Dock, L3 Liverpool is hardly lacking when it comes to trendy eateries, with a seemingly endless supply of stylish restaurants opening across the city on a regular basis. However when it comes to vegetarian and in particular, vegan offerings, Liverpool quite surprisingly lags far behind some its North West rivals including Manchester and Leeds. With this in mind it was with much intrigue that my diner date and I headed along to Liverpool’s first vegan restaurant, GIVE Kitchen, to sample the menu. Based in the distinctive surroundings of Brunswick Business Park, GIVE Kitchen was founded last year by Paul Hampson and Dario Curcillo who, through their GIVE2040 Foundation, want to give back to those in need by donating a fresh and nutritious meal to the homeless for every purchase made online, in store or at their restaurant. After being shown to our table upstairs and conversing with our waitress for the evening, we were delighted to learn that the food at GIVE Kitchen is served whenever it’s ready to ensure the best possible flavour from the super fresh ingredients. To start, my dining partner and I shared a small plate of Indonesian sweet soy mock duck and mango salsa with baby gem cups and a sesame seed dressing (£6.95). A complete novice when it

comes to vegan food, I was impressed with both the flavour and texture of the ‘mock duck’, which I later learnt was made from a special wheat protein, and I defy anyone to be able to tell the difference between this vegan substitute and the real thing. The fresh mango was a perfect foil for the tangy Indonesian seasoning on the mock duck - a dish that would surely not look out of place on any authentic oriental restaurant menu. Now for the mains - I was immediately drawn to the Super protein cheese burger with sweet potato fries and onion rings (£9.50) – admittedly as it was the most recongisable item on the menu. Any suspicion I had that vegan food wouldn’t be filling was quickly dispelled when I set eyes on my towering burger. I ashamedly only managed to complete half of it by the time I’d demolished the three onion rings and generous helping of tasty sweet potato fries. Continuing with the oriental theme of our starter, my partner plumped for Pad Thai with smoked tofu, Asian greens and buckwheat noodles (£9.95) for her main. Much like the mock duck, the tofu lent itself well to Asian cuisine and mixed nicely with the fresh

REVIEW BY LAWRENCE SAUNDERS vegetables and succulent noodles. On the recommendation of our waitress we decided to share a dark chocolate and peanut butter brownie with candied lemon zest and citrus curd (£5.95) for dessert. The tangy citrus curd nicely offset the richness of the brownie, proving an inspired suggestion from our server. My dinner date’s large Caffe Latte (£2.60) was an unexpected highlight of the evening. Made with organic oat milk, my partner was blown away with the artistry and effort that had clearly gone into the triple layered beverage which was an excellent bookend for the meal. After three courses and a coffee in most restaurants I would be feeling just about ready to burst by this point. Whether it was the absence of meat, the fresh ingredients or the array of vegetables though, this time I was feeling sprightly enough to make it down the stairs and take a quick glance around GIVE’s wonderful on-site shop on our way out. Driving home, I felt as though we’d only scratched the surface when it comes to vegan food and are already planning to head back to GIVE Kitchen in the near future to uncover more exciting creations.

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Echo Arena (until 1 May) The country’s best male and female boxers will lock horns at the 129th Elite National Championships. The tournament will take place over three days, culminating in the grand final on 1 May.

Capstone Theatre, Liverpool Hope University British-Scandinavian trio Phronesis bring their unique brand of piano-led jazz to Liverpool Hope University’s Capstone Theatre. They arrive in the city off the back of successful shows in Morocco, Brazil and across Europe.

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Michael Bolton brings his greatest hits library to Liverpool, performing favourites from his back catalogue as well as anthems from classic movies including ‘The Wizard of Oz’ and ‘Casablanca’. The bill also includes special guest Gabrielle.

MAY Writing on the Wall Festival 2016

Various venues (until 28 May) A celebration of all things wordy, the 2016 edition of WoWfest explores sci-fi, superheroes, graphic novels and comics. Guests include Isy Suttie of ‘Peep Show’, ‘Watchmen’ artist Dave Gibbons and comedian Alexei Sayle.

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Everyman Theatre A new live solo show from Shôn Dale-Jones that aims to raise money for child refugees, The Duke is described as “a funny and poignant show which playfully mixes fantasy and reality”.

Pattie Boyd: George, Eric and Me

The Beatles Story, Pier Head An array of candid photos of George Harrison and Eric Clapton from the collection of the woman who shared their lives goes on display at The Beatles Story. Pattie Boyd was married to the former Beatle between 1966 and 1977, and to Clapton between 1979 and 1999.

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Albert Dock A convoy of steam-powered vehicles will roll into Albert Dock for this family event dedicated to the transportation behemoths of a bygone age. Highlights include the UK’s first inner-city steam rally and the relaunch of the Daniel Adamson tugboat.

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