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SCHOOLS ‘CAN COPE WITH EXPANSION’ Holly Bushnell painting the wall mural in Formby Books.

Shop mural sparks interest in local artist ART lovers have been flocking to buy a limited edition painting designed by a Formby student after seeing her wall mural in the local bookshop. Holly Bushnell, 18, added a splash of colour to the Formby Books store by designing a bright and fantasy themed wall mural for the children’s section, which has since had customers requesting more of her work. The former Formby High School student has an A Level in art and is now applying to study

Illustration at university where she hopes to learn the skills to become a children’s book illustrator and author. Holly said: “Art has always been one of my main hobbies and since painting the mural I have had a lot of interest in my work and people asking me whether I am going to do any work suitable for sale, its very flattering.” If anyone is interested in any of Holly’s paintings or would like a wall display call 01704 834 848 or 07544 820597.

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SEFTON Council has assured residents that extra capacity will be created at schools in Formby to cope with any expansion of population that may arise as result of proposed new housing developments. It follows claims by FRAGOFF action group chairwoman Maria Bennett that more than 300 secondary school pupils in Formby were left without a place in their desired school this year. She says she obtained this information after contacting all secondary schools in Formby. Formby councillors, however, insist that there are currently surplus places at both primary and secondary schools. Formby Councillor, Nina Killen said: “It’s understandable that there are concerns about school places in Formby as there could be hundreds of new homes built over the next 17 years. “But I am confident that Sefton

Council has the staff in place to deal with the situation as it progresses. “As it stands, Formby schools are predicted to have a surplus of places in both primary and secondary over the next seven years, and there is capacity in some schools to increase the number of places if necessary. “Part of the local plan is about building infrastructure as well as housing and school places are an important part of that. “It is definitely something we are keeping a close eye on. “The Overview and Scrutiny Committee for Children’s Services, of which I’m a member, discusses school places about every six months and we have not seen anything so far that would alarm us. “The projections at the moment show a surplus of places which is a good thing as it gives parents choice. “However, Formby schools are very popular for good reason, because they are excellent schools which get excellent results. “Many classes in many of our schools are full, but extra capacity can be

created if the need arises. “At the moment no child has to travel outside of the town to go to school unless they choose to. That must continue. “Sefton Council has a dedicated school places team which monitors the number of children in the borough and works to provide the places that will be needed. close attention will be paid to any developments in Formby so the necessary school places will be available.” A spokesman for Sefton Council said: “We closely monitor pupil numbers, school capacity and future projections across the borough. “Any proposed developments through the Local Plan may be five, 10, or even 15 years into the future and the provision of school places would be carefully considered at the appropriate time. “The Local Plan is clear that developers will need to fund additional infrastructure where necessary and this may include provision for additional school places.”

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Top female footballer gives a kick–start to primary school scheme ONE of the country’s most successful women footballers has been helping the town’s primary schools to promote the benefits of sport. England international Sue Smith was the VIP guest at a special event hosted by Stanley High School in Marshside. Pupils from five local primary schools – Churchtown, Holy Trinity, Kew Woods, Kings Meadow and St John’s Crossens – were invited to be inspired by the success of the Liverpool–born winger who has been capped by her country more than 90 times. The youngsters were taking part in a training day for their Bronze Ambassadors sporting qualification. The aims of Bronze Ambassadors are to increase participation in sport in their schools, promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and act as role models to other students. During her visit Sue delivered motivational theory and practical sessions, as well as answering questions from the children on her

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FORMBY artists are hoping to add a splash of colour into the community as the dark nights draw in with two popular art exhibitions are to take place in the Village during the first weekend of November. The first exhibition will be an art and craft display will be held at the Formby United Reformed Church to raise money for a local charity as well as acting as a starting platform for local artists in the area. Organiser, Nawal said: “I am trying to encourage and support local talent and give them somewhere to showcase their work, as well as helping raise money for charity. “Hopefully if this continues to be a success we can put on further art exhibitions for residents and visitors in the area. “Everyone is welcome to come along.” The work on display has been created by local art groups and some will even be up for sale. The exhibition will be open on Saturday, November 2 from 10–5pm and Sunday, November 3 from 2–4.30pm and is free admission. For more informationphone 07970 212713. The second exhibition will be held at the Holy Trinity Church Hall, Rosemary Lane between 9.30am – 4.30pm with more than 200 original paintings by local artists on display. The vast majority of paintings will be for sale and can be taken away at the end of the day. Hand painted cards and other hand crafted goods will also be on sale. Visitors will be invited to vote for their choice of the best paintings in watercolour and other media. Entry will be £1 which includes a catalogue and refreshments. There is no charge for younger children who are welcome. Organiser Roger said: “Our exhibitions have always been something of a social event for art lovers with 500 visitors enjoying the day.” There are vacancies for new members and anyone interested is encouraged to come along and discuss joining the Association of Formby Artists if they live nearby.

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‘Now you can cycle from the Iron Men to Southport Prom’ DOZENS of cyclists welcomed the recent official opening of the Formby to Hightown cycle path. The 1.5 mile stretch of pathway was fully refurbished thanks to funding from the charity Sudtrans, the Local Sustainable Transport Fund (LSTF) and the Merseyside Local Transport Plan. The celebrate Formby councillors, Peter Maguire, Catie Page and Nina Killen, got on their bikes to test drive the new cycle path. Cllr Maguire said: “It is great to see this cycle pathway refurbished and formally

re–opened. Now cyclists have the opportunity to safely cycle from the Iron Men in Crosby up to Southport Promenade. “They could even cycle up to Wigan Pier if they wish to travel that far. “This pathway is an ideal way for cyclists of all ages, even families, to cycle the length of wonderful coastline here in Sefton.” Fellow Ravenmeols Labour Councillor Catie Page added she hoped the pathway would help keep families and older people active.

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FORMBY Books are putting on a full host of activities for the local community over the coming weeks. The programme starts off with the Lord Mayor of Liverpool’s Charity Concert on Saturday, October 26. The book store is welcoming three acts from the Battle of the Atlantic 75th anniversary CD to come and visit the store with Sarah Lowe, Su Grainger and Syd Smith performing a special intimate gig outside the bookstore. The CD costs just £10 and a voluntary collection will be passed round with all proceeds going towards the charity. On Sunday, October 27, Formby historian, Alban O’Brien will be giving a short talk about the life of Siegfried Sassoon, one of the celebrated war poets who shortly visited Formby where he threw his medals and ribbons into the sea. Formby Books regular poets group will also take to the stage and any other poet fans who wish to share their work are encouraged to participate in the event. And on Thursday, November 7 it is the national book launch of Down among the Dead, author Ed Chatterton now lives in Southport, Australia, but originated from Birkdale, Southport and to celebrate the connection, Formby Books are putting on a unforgettable evening of the latest thriller. Tickets cost £10 and include a copy of his latest book and refreshments. For more information about any of the events happening at Formby Books please call 01704 830 130

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MAGISTRATES have given a suspended sentence to a young Formby woman whom they said had “done the dirty” on her friends and a relative. They had heard of how Jaemi Alexandra Carragher, 21, of Old Mill Lane, was given the chance to stay at a friend’s house on Watchyard Lane, Formby after her mother had kicked her out. However, when her friend’s mother, Tracy O’Connor, was at work she ransacked a cupboard and stole nearly 300 DVDs as well as seven Blue Ray discs, DVD box–sets, a Nintendo Wii console, and some games. She also stole some new school shoes from Tesco, which she returned to the store for a refund. Lynne Ingman, prosecuting at Sefton Magistrates on October 17 where Carragher pleaded guilty to theft, said that she’d told police she needed money to pay rent to her father.

Ingman said the offence put her in breach of a conditional discharge, which she had received for stealing DVDs and an XBox from her aunt’s home earlier this year. She also told the court about a conviction for theft in September, where Carragher had stolen an iPad and other items from a friend, who had invited her to a pool party. Each of the offences was a breach of trust, she said, adding afterwards that O’Connor recovered 163 of the DVDs, which had been sold to Cash Converters along with her other goods, and compensation of £360 was sought. Mark Ellis, representing Carragher, who tested positive for cocaine when arrested by police, said that as well as having difficulties with paying rent to her father the principal reason for each of the thefts was to raise money to buy drugs, and in particular cannabis: “Her motivation has been to feed her drug habit”, he said. Telling the court that she was an intelligent woman, with 11 GCSEs and experience of working in Got an interesting story to tell?

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solicitors’ offices, he said she was soon to go to a drug rehabilitation centre for six months. “She is ashamed and embarrassed and her remorse is seen as genuine”, he said. He added that she has lost friends, is shunned by people she used to know, and “her name is mud in Formby.” Sentencing her to three months in prison, suspended for 12 months, with 12 months supervision and six months drug rehabilitation, magistrates ordered her to pay £360 compensation to Tracy O’Connor as well as costs of £85 and a victim surcharge of £80. To a tearful Carragher, they said: “We have to say it’s a very sad situation, people of your age being involved in breach of trust. “People have opened their homes to you and you have done the dirty on them by stealing from them. “And what compounds it is that you have intelligence, you have 11 GCSEs. “You need to get away from the spiralling problem of drug addiction.”

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A HESKETH Bank community has honoured the past in an attempt to shape the future at a new development. Residents at Becconsall Gardens have unveiled a permanent tribute to a historical landmark in the town, using carefully preserved stones to create a decorative entrance to their new homes. The new development, by Rowland Homes, has been built on the former site of Lord Hesketh’s hunting lodge, which became the Becconsall Hotel, until its closure four years ago. The Bec, as it was affectionately known, fell into a state of disrepair and was

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FORMBY’S annual fairtrade event will be held at the Fisher Hall at Formby United Reformed Church on W e d n e s d a y , October 30. The event will commence at 7.30pm with Hilary Thomason giving a short talk about the Fairtrade project and what it means to the community. This will be followed by a sale of Christmas cards, craft goods and gift items. Residents are welcome and the event is free. Tea and coffee will also be served during the evening.

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PRESSURE group FRAGOFF have announced proposals to run in the council elections next May and represent the Raven Meols and Harington wards in Formby. In a public meeting held at the Gild Hall on Monday, October 21 the action group declared their plans to represent the community of Formby in the next elections. All other parties, except Labour have stepped down from their seat to allow the group a clear run at the position. The meeting saw over 120 people turn up. Residents had a chance to hear the current

situation with the Liverpool Rd field and plans to build on the green belt land. Maria Bennett, chairwoman of FRAGOFF said: “We are not party political but believe that this issue transcends party politics, it goes way beyond politics and we believe that the best voice is that of the community as it draws all groups together. “It is not about right or left, it is about right and wrong. We are taking this back to grass roots and it could be construed as a turf war and feel the people should be represented fairly and that the councillors should vote how the people want them to vote. “We intend to change this and ensure that the community has a voice.” [emailprotected]

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FORMBY United Reformed Church is holding a collection to raise funds for Combat Stress – a Ex Services Mental Welfare Society. At the 11am service on Remembrance Sunday, November 10 a collection will be handed round to anyone who would like to contribute to the Combat Stress charity, which was founded in 1919 to help support British Armed Forces Veterans who have mental health problems. Mental ill health affects ex service men and woman of all ages and currently the charity is now supporting over 5,000 veterans aged 20 to 101.

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A PLANNING report relating to a major housing application on the edge of Formby has been made public. A meeting with the borough’s planning committee takes place later this month to discuss plans for 274 dwellings on the site bounded by Liverpool Road, Monks Drive, Savon Hook and River Close. Planning officers are recommending to the committee that the application is refused when the meeting takes place on Monday, October 28, at 6.30pm in Southport. Now the decision rests with councillors on the committee. Jane Gowing, Sefton Council’s Head of Planning Services, said: “We have considered this application very carefully. As with all applications we need to apply planning policies

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aking Shape, the global fashion brand for curvy ladies, has recently launched in the UK and opened in Southport. The store opened in early September and sells high quality fashionable clothes for curvy women. Taking Shape is rolling out stores across the UK with 20 new shops due before Christmas. The Southport

store launched with complimentary champagne and cake for anyone who dropped by and the store has just hosted a weekend of complimentary makeovers and in-store styling sessions for Southport residents. Taking Shape offers fashion suitable for work, weekend, evening and active wear in sizes 14 to 26. Taking Shape understands what fuller ﬁgured

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Mum of two Lynne loves being a homemaker but hates shopping “I don’t go fashion shopping I go comfort shopping!” She explained “I really struggle to ﬁnd clothes that ﬁt my body shape. I end up buying lots of black trousers and tops and only end up wearing a dress once a year. What I really want are clothes that ﬁt and look good – basically I don’t want to look frumpy.” Lynne is wearing the Enthuse Button Cardy, £65 which adds a splash of colour to any outﬁt. She said “This is amazing. I feel taller, slimmer and more conﬁdent – basically I feel more like me!”

Professional hair and makeup artist Angela is always at the wrong end of the makeover process - “I spend my life advising people on how to make the most of what they have got but then don’t spend the time to do it myself. My own wardrobe is a car crash. I decided to have a clear out and threw nearly everything out…but then didn’t end up replacing enough items. So now I am stuck still wearing my maternity wardrobe and my daughter is two years old!” Angela is wearing the Summer Set Tunic, £95, which really ﬂatters her curves. She said “I feel fantastic. It’s the sort of outﬁt I would wear every day!”

“My name is Sheila and I’m a chocoholic!” giggled special needs teaching assistant Sheila from Southport. “I’m a size 20 but my weight has yo-yo’d up and down over the years. I’ve lost and put on 5 stone at different times…frankly it’s been a battle. As a result buying clothes isn’t much fun and I don’t think shops have really wanted me as a customer. I’ve even ended up having to purchase clothes in supermarkets! I have three gorgeous sons and an amazing husband, but it does mean that there is quite a masculine atmosphere at home. If I even bring home pink loo paper I get funny looks from the boys! What I really want is to feel more feminine and enjoy some pampering. I am in despair at my wardrobe, the majority of which I never wear.” Shelia is pictured here wearing the Deja Vu top, £49, which is the perfect colour for her complexion. “I loved the makeover and I love this outﬁt. It’s smart, stylish and sexy – which is exactly what I am looking for. I know what my boys will say when they see me wearing this. Wow!”

STORE MANAGER SHARON’S TIPS Give Colour A Chance I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve heard a customer say ‘ooh no I never wear that colour’ but then I get her into the ﬁtting room and trying on all kinds of colours she wouldn’t normally wear and well - the rest is history! My tip is - have a play, step out of your comfort zone and try on new colours. The right colours for you can make you look healthy and glowing - people will notice and tell you how good you look. Layer, Layer, Layer Many of us have parts of our body that we aren’t fond of - an ample derriere or a pudding tummy are complaints I come across often. The Taking Shape range is full of cleverly designed styles that help take the focus off these extra assets. My tip is, if you layer a long line body tank over trousers it skims lumps & bumps and creates a lean foundation to build an outﬁt from. Add a printed tunic, vest or top and a piece of chunky jewellery and you have an attractive outﬁt that you’ll feel conﬁdent in. Divert The Eye Straight lines across your body can be less than ﬂattering and accentuate your middle. Mixing the lines, lengths and textures of your clothing creates interest in your outﬁt and distracts the eye. My tip is - try asymmetrical hems, crushed fabrics, and textures such as mesh & lace to create stunning outﬁts.

Putting together a wardrobe can be daunting so if you are not sure where to start we can help! Book in with us for a complimentary one-on-one style session. You can choose a session that suits your needs and time. You can even book in with a friend! Either way we’ll help you discover your individual style – come and Celebrate your Curves with Taking Shape. TAKING SHAPE STYLES The Enthuse Button Cardy, £65, will be a ﬁrm favourite in your winter wardrobe! With its softly frilled feminine collar and button trim, cosy knit feel, hook & eye front opening and swing asymmetrical hemline you can’t go wrong. The Déjà Vu Top, £49, is a pretty & feminine style that featuring 3/4 sleeves, a softly scooped neckline; layers of chiffon with edge stitching detailing & knit fabric overlapping for a ﬂattering design. The Summer Set Tunic, £95, takes fabulous abstract print in soft rich colours and creates modern sophistication. The tunic features a drawstring under the bust with ties to create a ﬂattering silhouette, a draped & ﬂuid styling that lends itself perfectly to being layered, a soft shawl collar and a horizontal pleats that at hemline for a hi-lo effect.

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Sweet nibbles at the cake club IF you enjoy baking cakes, eating cakes and talking about cakes, the Fancy a Nibble Cake Club are meeting on Monday, October 28. The event takes place Di Silva’s Delica– tessen on Houghton Street, Southport from 7.30pm, and there will be a Halloween inspired ‘cake pop’ demonstration. All are welcome.

There will also be a morning meeting on Wednesday, November 13 at Tealeaves Tea Shop on Botanic Road from 10.30am to celebrate Lancashire Day. Booking is essential. For more details or to book contact Pam on [emailprotected] or call 07972 611813.

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IT seems that the Royal train is facing the axe, following the Royal Yacht Britannia into the siding of oblivion. And ‘so what?’ many people will say. The Royal train is an anachronism that costs us all a lot of money just to cart a very small number of the very privileged few around the country not very often. Well personally I think it’s a crying shame. Just like Britannia, the Royal Train is apparently nearing the end of its life and will have, in the next year or two, to be pensioned off. But unlike even the Royal Yacht, presently tied up as an exhibit in a foreign land (Scotland), presumably the Royal train will simply be shunted into a breaker’s yard somewhere and quietly forgotten. And again, unlike the furore when Britannia’s demise was mooted, there seems to be no clamour either to save it or replace it. At the time of the Royal Yacht’s imminent demise, I remember the Government of the time making all kinds of noises about a replacement, albeit a cheaper and small one, with fanciful drawings of this floating mini Royal palace appearing in national newspapers. All to no avail of course, the bean counters got their way, but at least it was recognised that the Great British Public did have an interest in the affair. I suppose that a mere train doesn’t quite have the romantic appeal as a ship – but I liked it anyway. In my travels around the British Isles I suppose I’ve caught a glimpse of the thing, resplendent in Royal claret, on three or four occasions. Only once have I actually been very near it. I was on a train bound for Norwich from Liverpool, and we stopped at signals somewhere in the cuttings just outside Lime Street station. Lo and behold, your actual Royal Train, being shunted for whatever reason into Lime Street, came to rest on an adjoining track. Made my day, that did. Back though to its imminent demise. Apparently the old thing costs £1million or so a year to run. Well maybe it does – though I’d hazard a guess that this is the kind of accountancy figure rather like that put forward when my boss and I were made redundant from our jobs years ago now. In the list of why we were now apparently superfluous to requirements, was the fact that it cost £’x’ to heat and light our office. Presumably the place was going to be sealed and left empty after our departure. I rather think not. But in any case – is this really such a high price to pay? And why are we becoming a nation where anything in any way ceremonial or traditional should be regarded as outmoded and undesirable? Why indeed has everything splendid got to be dumbed down or done away with? The Royal train is a symbol. It is also extremely useful on occasion. And whatever a new one might cost, I wonder just how many miles of motorway could be built for the same money.

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SPIRE Hospital and clinic, based in Formby and Liverpool celebrated its 70th birthday with a special visit from Merseyside’s High Sheriff. The High Sheriff Mr Ian Meadows OBE DL, charmed staff and patients as he was guided around the facilities. Spire began in Liverpool as Lourdes hospital in 1943 and was run by a sisterhood of nuns until 2006, when private hospital group Spire Healthcare protected the building from the threat of closure. Spire has since continued the facility’s reputation for quality of care. A new clinic was opened in Formby on Three Tuns Lane earlier this year. Highlights of the High Sheriff’s tour included a trial of the

recently installed AlterG treadmill at Spire’s Perform gym. The state of the art equipment uses innovative ‘under– weighting’ technology to aid the recovery of patients with lower limb damage. In a speech made at the event, the High Sheriff recounted his earlier visit to the hospital following an injury to his shoulder ligaments. He spoke of the fantastic care he received, and joked around with the staff that had aided with his treatment. Alison Peake, hospital director at Spire Liverpool, said: “We were honoured that the High Sheriff dropped by to mark this very special milestone. “Mr Meadows was a delight, and it was our pleasure to guide him around Spire and show him how the hospital has evolved over the years to become a state–of–the–art facility.”

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AN RAF SQUADRON from Formby Woodvale is spreading his wings and setting up a new martial arts centre in Formby, which will be available for people of all ages. Sensei David Ginger, 46, is a serving member of 611 squadron RAF Woodvale and he has travelled the length of the country gathering specialist karate skills to help teach young people in Formby the detailed martial arts skill. The qualified karate instructor is originally from Edinburgh but has moved to England after being transferred from his 25 year career in the British Army and is now fully settled in Ainsdale, where he already has two clubs set up. Throughout his martial arts career David has set up numerous karate clubs across the world including one in Germany, Cyprus, Pakistan and of course in the UK. Keio Shotokan Karate Kai is a tradition family run karate club, and they are planning their launch event in Formby on Monday, November 4 at the RAFA social club on Victoria Road near to Freshfield train station starting at 6pm.

the Army Karate Team where he gained over 25 years coaching experience. He said: “We already have established karate lessons for men, woman and children in Southport and Ainsdale, so we are proud to announce we have expanded our business to the village of Formby. “We hope that they will enjoy the classes as much as my other students do, karate has so many benefits, including increased muscle tone, fitness, self defence and learning respect for yourself and others. “We pride ourselves on being an open, friendly club; come down and talk to us to see if this could be for you. We have a great bunch of people who we count as friends, not just students. “This could be a great chance to meet other like minded people and make new friends.” Other lessons are held in Ainsdale Some of the members at Keio karate off Sandbrook Rd, and also every club, which is coming to Formby. Sunday at The Fitness Factory, Code NA Southport. The club welcome ages 7+, men Cpl David Ginger has also and women of all ages, fitness levels represented Great Britain in Karate and abilities, for more information and finished in the top six for our call 07581 007 900. country, he has also been a part of [emailprotected]

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MORE and more visitors are logging on to the visitsouthport tourism website making it one of the most popular in the country. Figures released by New Mind, which hosts www.visitsouthport.com, show that during September, the Southport site was in the top 5 of unique visitor numbers for tourist destination sites across the UK. New Mind hosts about 60% of the UK’s official destination websites and the Southport site is regularly in the top 20 most visited destination web sites out of more than 150 in their growing portfolio. During the Saturday of the popular Southport Air Show, the visitsouthport site managed to attract more than 25,000 visitors alone. This was the highest number of hits ever received by New Mind in a single day beating the previous record by more than 8,000. Councillor Ian Maher, Cabinet Member Regeneration and Tourism, has welcomed the latest figures. He said: “These statistics clearly show the visitsouthport website is now one of the most visited tourism sites in the UK. “The Southport site was up against some

other major cities and other tourist destinations so to have the most unique visitors in one day of all the New Mind sites speaks volumes. “This reaffirms what we have known for so long that Southport and Sefton are great places to visit and offer something for the whole family.” The visitsouthport website has recently been updated and re–launched promoting tourism in Southport and Sefton. The new responsive site recognises whether you are viewing it from a mobile, tablet or laptop and formats the display accordingly. • For more information about the site log on to www.visitsouthport.com.

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SOUTHPORT and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust’s Wheelchair Service is celebrating 10 years of supporting patients across West Lancashire, North Sefton, South Ribble and Chorley. The Wheelchair Service, based in Skelmersdale, has around 6,000 patients and marked its anniversary by hosting an open day for patients past and present. The day was a chance for patients to glimpse behind the scenes, including the stores and workshop. There was an opportunity to meet not just the therapists, but administration staff and those involved in the maintenance of their wheelchairs, some of whom they may never otherwise meet. The service was set up to provide seamless care and support for all full–time wheelchair users across West Lancashire, Chorley and South Ribble and has been so successful it was recently extended to cover patients in North Sefton.

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WE all love a good mystery. So when the remains of a long forgotten shipwreck appeared on Ainsdale beach it left locals desperate to trace the ships origins. So far it’s left people clueless, until now. Southport resident Mr J. Allen Miller, compiler of The Great Lifeboat Disaster of 1886, reckons he has cracked the mystery. He contacted The Champion to say: “In 1883 there was a terrific gale raging off the coast of Southport. “In the early hours of January 28 a Norwegian barque, the Atlantic, was driven ashore opposite Ainsdale. “She was struck heavily and was severely buffeted by the immense sea. “The panic–stricken crew attempted to lower a lifeboat but this was immediately smashed against the side of the vessel. “Fortunately for the shipwrecked crew the tide was ebbing and when the vessel was left dry some men from Ainsdale went alongside with a cart and took the eleven–man crew and their kits to Mr John Melling’s Railway Hotel in Ainsdale. “Later the vessel became a total wreck. “I believe that the remains shown in your paper are out of the Atlantic. “The barque was outward bound from Liverpool to North America laden with salt and had been out of port for a week or so in the fearful weather. “The gale had extinguished the light by which the Captain had attempted to attract the attention of the Eliza Fernley lifeboat crew. “Just after daylight the vessel was sighted from the shore and as soon as the horses could be found the lifeboat was taken out and drawn along the shore towards Ainsdale. On being informed that the vessel’s crew had been taken ashore, Captain Hodge and his crew returned the lifeboat to its station.”

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He also mentions how there is a photograph, taken in October 1988, showing the chief lifeguard, Verdi Godwin, standing over the remains of the Atlantic, which had been uncovered by the tides of that month. A report stated that the Atlantic’s remains are now in the Shore Patrol Offices at Pleasureland, having been washed down after being winched away from the shore by a DUKW. He goes on to say: “The Botanic Gardens Museum also expressed interest in the wreck and were hoping to consult experts with a view to preserving some of it in the Museum. “What has happened since then I have no knowledge. “However, I hope that the above information will have identified the wreck and encourage further research.”

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Winston Churchill has a very interesting visit to Southport meeting at Southport’s Empire Theatre – to be attended by no other than Winston Churchill. Blessed with this knowledge Dora decided the best thing she could do, seeing as Churchill was already in favour of the suffragette movement and didn’t need influencing further, was leave well alone and let the meeting run its course. But she decided to sneak into the Empire Theatre, climb a ladder and lock herself in the theatre’s loft the day before so she could stage her protest aided by her brothers (sorry – sisters!) in arms, Miss Etherley and Miss Tolson. The trio spent a very cold night shivering and covered in dust for their cause and the opportunity eventually came as Churchill took to the stage to address the crowd. As The Examiner reported back in 1910: “Several thousand people were listening quietly to Churchill, who was talking about people’s representations in parliament, when a voice from the rafters cried ‘these do not represent the women!’ Nobody could find where the voice had come from for a few minutes, until Winston clocked onto the fact

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In 1909 the Suffragette movement was well underway and women across the country were campaigning to be allowed to vote. A fair and eventually victorious request of course! But as history tells us, like modern women, they definitely made their voices heard! Plenty of protests made national headlines with one, dubbed at the time the suffragette’s most successful coup’, taking place right here in Southport. The two most famous suffragettes are arguably Emmeline Pankhurst, the leader of the movement, and Emily Davison, who threw herself under King George V’s horse at the Epsom Derby in 1913. Although their names are etched in history, there are three women who took protesting to a whole new height – about fifty feet to be exact. Dora Marsden, a Manchester suffragette, was sitting in her front room one afternoon when she got wind of an impending Liberal

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STUDENTS and staff at Stanley High School in Marshside have been baking off and brewing up to support a leading cancer charity. They produced a wide range of tempting cakes and pastries as part of the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, the national event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support. These were then sold off to raise funds for the charity which works to improve the lives of people affected by cancer by providing practical, medical and financial support, and pushing for better cancer care. When all the money was collected in from the long queue of people keen to buy the tasty treats, over £700 had been raised for the charity – more than double the figure raised by the school last year. Stanley High dedicated this event to the staff and students, and their families and friends, who have been affected by cancer in their lives. Many members of the

Cheers from some of the students who took part in the Stanley High fundraising event in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support school community have lost family members to the disease, or know people who are currently suffering from the illness. As part of the coffee morning, they were encouraged to place their messages of support on a memory board. Headteacher Ed Fitzpatrick commented: “Students here at Stanley High are always enthusiastic supporters of charity projects and this was certainly the case again with this event in aid of a

particularly worthwhile cause. “The cakes they produced looked absolutely delicious, so it’s no surprise to me that they achieved their target of raising more than twice the amount of money they collected 12 months ago.” Macmillan chiefs hope that when all the money is in this year’s national event will have been an even bigger success than in 2012 when 115,000 people were involved, raising a record £15 million.

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Public invited to NHS Trust meeting MEMBERS of the public have been invited to Southport and Ormskirk Hospital NHS Trust’s board meeting on Wednesday, October 30. The meeting will be held in the Corporate Management Office’s board room at the Southport and Formby District General Hospital. The agenda for the meeting will be available on the Trust website in advance of the meeting with supporting papers being made available on the day. Anyone is welcome to attend and observe the meeting but those with a special requirement should contact the Trust in advance on 01704 704714.

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Neighbourhood police shake–up across Sefton will see areas merged Report by

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A NEIGHBOURHOOD policing re–structure will take place across Sefton that will see seven key areas reduced to only four. The changes will come into effect on Monday, November, 11, and result in the creation of larger neighbourhoods with some towns being merged. However, it has been confirmed that there will be no reductions in the amount of community support officers and constables. Sefton Area Commander, Chief

Re–structure will not result in loss of officers, promise police chiefs Superintendent Nikki Holland, said: “In all the changes we have made we have focused on what the public tell us is important; maintaining a visible policing presence, answering your calls and attending, both emergency and non–emergency calls, within our agreed target time. “I want to reassure people that all of our wards will continue to have dedicated resources in place, with no planned reduction in officer numbers. “Four new neighbourhoods will be created by merging a number of existing neighbourhoods, each serviced by a fully operational police station. “They are North Sefton, South Sefton, East Sefton and West Sefton.

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“Additionally the two general enquiry offices at Marsh Lane and Southport will not be affected. These changes will ensure we maintain a highly visible police presence across Sefton and remain accessible to people who need us.” Merseyside Police Commissioner Jane Kennedy said: “I am very pleased that Merseyside has kept the kind of neighbourhood policing that the public want to see. “When I set out my Police and Crime Plan, which the Chief Constable Jon Murphy is responsible for delivering, one of my priorities was to provide a visible and accessible neighbourhood policing style. “The public want to see dedicated teams focused on the needs of their areas. Merseyside Police will continue to deploy PCSOs, even though other forces have been forced to cut them. “Both the Chief Constable and I are absolutely committed to maintaining neighbourhood policing.”

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Singing for the Brain!

Last chance to join battle of the bids for £15,000 A HOUSING group in Sefton are inviting bids for a slice of a £15,000 community grant scheme – but urge that bids must be in by Monday (October 28). Adactus Housing Group based in Bootle are inviting a second round of bids from Sefton residents for a share of the Neighbourhood Fund, which has supported more than 100 projects in the area since its launch in 2010. Projects have included improvements to green spaces, peer support initiatives, grot spot clean ups, day trips for elderly residents and sports activities for

Nuala Duxbury leads the Alzheimers Society Singing for the Brain session last week with guests MP John Pugh (centre) and Councillors Sue McGuire and Pat Keith. Code1062385 THE Alzheimer’s Society’s Singing for the Brain group welcomed the town’s MP John Pugh and councillors Pat Keith and Sue McGuire to their recent meeting. The groups aim is for people with dementia, and their carers, to have fun and express themselves through song. Activities are also designed to

help stimulate peoples’ minds by building on the preserved memory for song and music in the brain. The group meet at the Salvation Army in Southport on alternate Mondays. To find out about all the local Alzheimer’s Society services please call the Sefton Office on: 01704 539 967.

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young people. Chris Richardson, community engagement manager at Adactus, said: “We’ve been able to support some great bids for the first round of this years £35,000 Neighbourhood Fund and can’t wait to see what ideas local residents come up with for the remaining £15,000.” Adactus regional manager Mike Murphy added: “Cash for small to medium scale community projects is hard to come by at the moment but our Neighbourhood Fund offers local people a ray of light. Applying for the fund is simple and our staff

are on hand to offer advice on projects that we are able support.” Bids to the fund must be received before the closing date in order to be considered by the judging panel which is made up of a group of Sefton residents who have the final say on which projects are to be supported. Individuals, residents, community groups, charitable organisations and social enterprises working in areas where Adactus have homes are urged to submit bids before noon. For further details and application forms call 01257 244 800

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The Champion • Wednesday 23 October 2013

Feature Lorraine is putting on the style

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thanks to competition win A SOUTHPORT woman is adding extra style to the resort’s streets after winning a pair of designer glasses worth £125 in a competition hosted by her local optician and The Champion newspaper. The prize, a brand new set of glasses from the Aurora range, was awarded to winner Lorraine Cookson at Specsavers in Southport by its store director Stuart Roberts. Lorraine said: ‘Winning the competition was perfect timing for me as I really needed a new pair of glasses. The new Aurora range is very stylish and with so many different styles to choose from, I must admit, it took me a while to settle on my favourite pair.

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his masterful portrayel sparked a desire to try his hand at the musical again but, this time, on a grandiose scale. “I was already accustomed to the show so I went into the first audition quite confident and decided to perform recall material to be a bit different,” Nick explained. “I was so excited and relieved to get the part and I’m just hoping I can bring something new to it. It’s already a famous show so people have pre–existing perceptions of what to expect.” After growing up performing in shows around Southport, Nick made the decisive move to London in 2010 to study Musical Theatre at the prestigious Guildford School of Acting. Nick flourished under the training of industry experts, leading him to land the role of Hazel in the musical Pipe Dream, at the Union Theatre, London. Despite the demanding performance length of Pipe Dream and the gruelling rehearsal schedule for Avenue Q, Nick explained he relishes the exciting nature of the job. The actor said: “Rehearsals are 9–5 for three weeks so we rattle out the hours quite quickly but I love the intensity of going in every day and getting on with it.” “It’ll all be worth it when my Mum and Nan come down to watch the show. They’ve supported me through everything and were so happy to hear I got the part.” Avenue Q will run from 29 October to 2 November and customers can buy tickets from www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk or ring the Box Office on 01753 853888

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A FORMER Southport resident and aspiring actor is on the fast track to stardom after landing a leading role in the Theatre Royal Windsor’s production of Avenue Q. Nick Martland, 22, will appear in the much loved American musical later this month, playing the part of an unemployed, aspiring comedian named Brian. The show marks the culmination of a remarkable journey for Nick, swapping performances at Southport College and the Little Theatre for dazzling 700 people in the capital. The former Stanley High School student said: “Appearing in front of such a large audience will be very different but, for me, it’s just all so exciting. “It’s what I’ve always wanted and it seems like all the pieces of the puzzle are finally coming together.” Nick will already be well accustomed to the musical before rehearsals begin on October 7, having previously starred in same show during his time at Southport College. The outstanding feedback Nick received from

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THE opportunity to enjoy a bit of free respite is something that most people won’t turn down, however according to Jason Carroll, manager of Southport’s Byng House many current and ex serviceman are in danger of doing just that. The hotel will host an open evening Friday, November 1 from 5pm to 9pm and a fundraising day on Saturday, November 2 from 12pm until 5pm. It’s all to promote their poppy breaks, which allow current and ex serviceman to enjoy free holidays for them and their families.

While many guests are veterans of past wars, like World War 2, Jason is keen to stress that people who have served in recent conflicts are more than welcome. “What we’ve tried to do is open our doors because we want to be used by a wider audience,” said Jason. “Year on year we get more people who want to be involved, hopefully it should get the message out about Byng House.” One person who the poppy breaks have helped is former serviceman Paul Davies. Paul was involved in a

horrific motorcycle crash in May 2002, leaving him bedridden for three years. “I had to re–learn everything,” said Paul. Stuck in his army routine of early morning starts and constant cleaning it was Byng House that gave him a much needed break. “The accident made me a loner, but I’ve felt like a king with all these trips,” he said. To find out more about the poppy breaks plus more information of the help available to current and former serviceman contact the Royal British Legion on 08457 725 725.

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Dan sets sights on Brazil 2016 Report by

Tom Martin

SEFTON gymnast Dan Purvis has told The Champion that his fitness problems are finally behind him and he now has his sights set on the Rio 2016 Olympics. The 22 year–old, recently finished in the top seven at the World Gymnastics final in Antwerp, but this year has not all been easy and he admits that after the London Games in 2012 his performances were affected by fatigue and fitness troubles. Now Dan is back to his best and has played down any concerns that he is still suffering from post–Olympic tiredness. He said: “I’m back training and I will be working on some new stuff. The high bar is my weakest piece and I’ll also be working on some new releases. “After the Olympics I had a month off which was unusual because gymnasts never have time off. “It was difficult to come back after that and I was tired at the start of the year “I think that was reflected in the my performances because things like travelling took it’s toll”. As reported in The Champion recently, his coach, Jeff Brooks, claimed that some gymnasts might have opted to pack it in after such a hectic year – but this was never going to be the case for Dan. Dan added: “There was a celebrity status for athletes and it helped because the media started covering events like the World Championships and not just the Olympics. “It was hard to try and get into it but retirement was never a consideration.

Daniel Purvis in training with coach Jeff Brooks at Ainsdale YMCA gym “I’m going to try to get to Rio and that’s definitely my plan. Dan recently carried the Queen’s baton at Buckingham Palace ahead of the Glasgow Commonwealth Games next year. It was all part of a busy period for the Crosby gymnast, as he had just arrived back from the competition in Antwerp. He narrowly missed out on a medal in the floor section when he ended up in fourth place. “It was great to be back and competing with the best in the world. “It was a strong tournament and I was frustrated at first because a few silly mistakes cost me on the floor but looking back on it now I can say that I am pleased with fourth.” Jeff Brooks, his coach from Southport YMCA Gym Club, said: “It sounds like a cliché but Dan will take one year at a time. “The recent results are very good and the club are so proud of him”.

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ENTERTAINMENT Tornados to storm back into town

The voice of Dr Hook to perform at Atkinson DENNIS Locorriere, the voice of Dr Hook, returns to Southport this Saturday (October 26) at 7.30pm to perform his new solo show at The Atkinson. Dennis Locorriere was a founding member, lead vocalist, guitarist and songwriter for the internationally popular, multi–million selling band, Dr Hook. In the 15 years the band was together, Locorriere and Dr Hook toured around the world, playing to record breaking crowds, receiving gold and platinum singles and albums everywhere they went. Emma Lloyd, The Atkinson’s performing arts, marketing & visitor services manager said:“It is great to have Dennis back, he was a regular here before the redevelopment and he always drew an enthusiastic audience. He is such a fantastic performer and the crowd always leaves happy, and that is what music is all about”.

But Dr Hook was just the beginning of what Dennis Locorriere has accomplished in his long and colourful career. Locorriere’s penned songs have been recorded and performed by artists such as Helen Reddy, BJ Thomas, Olivia Newton–John, Southside Johnny, Willie Nelson and Bob Dylan. As a solo artist, he has played at countless prestigious venues (Festival Hall Melbourne, Royal Concert Hall Glasgow, Liverpool Philharmonic) and festivals (UKGlastonbury & Cropredy) and has released three critically acclaimed albums, as well as a top charting concert DVD and a well received book of poetry and cartoons. In an intimate evening, his latest show, takes his audience, in story and song, through his career, performing popular selections from

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Public to take the stage at Comedy Festival for Claire House Hospice TEN members of the public are taking the stage after attending a ten week workshop with Brendan Riley, comedian and organiser of

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London Sq of Southport 31a London Street, Southport, PR9 0UF Tel: 07808 210576 www.londonsquare-southport.co.uk

Chez Moi 569 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0BB Tel: 01704 545619 www.chezmoibrasserie.co.uk

Ho Lee Chow Rotten Row, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 01704 551167 Kasturi Indian Cuisine 40 Eastbank Street, Southport, PR8 1ET Tel: 01704 533102 www.kasturirestaurant.com Lal Qila 133-135 Eastbank Street, Southport, PR8 1DQ Tel: 01704 530111 www.lalqilasouthport.co.uk Lings on Kings 52 King Street, Southport, PR8 1JX Tel: 01704 530169 www.lingsonkings.co.uk The Metro Portland Street, Southport, PR8 1LL Tel: 01704 536836 www.themetrosouthport.co.uk Saahil 665 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0AW Tel: 01704 512345 www.saahil.co.uk U-Thai 241B Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NY Tel: 01704 620525 www.u-thairestaurant.com V Café & Sushi Bar The Vincent Hotel, 98 Lord St, Southport, PR8 1JR Tel: 01704 883800 www.thevincenthotel.com Warehouse 30 West Street, Southport, PR8 1QN Tel: 01704 544662 www.warehousekitchenandbar.com

Book early to avoid disappointment

Evening Table D’Hote Chefs Delicious Evening Menu 2 Courses

Superb value at only £13.99

Sunday Lunch Dilemma

Claudes of Churchtown 98 Botanic Rd, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 7NE Tel: 01704 228334 www.claudesofchurchtown.co.uk

Don’t worry about who is going to cook or wash up... Let us do it for you! 2 Course Sunday Lunch with a wide and varied selection of dishes only £12.99

El Rincon Bodega Eastbank Street Square, Lord St, Southport, PR8 1NY Tel: 01704 530002 www.rinconbodega.com Finos at the Waterfront 9 The Waterfront, Southport, PR9 0DZ Tel: 01704 501745 www.finossouthport.co.uk

Why not indulge in a

Lunchtime Treat?

Gusto Trattoria 58-62 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1QB Tel: 01704 544255 www.gustotrattoria.co.uk

from lite bites to a 2 course menu, why not treat yourself this lunchtime. Open 12noon - 2.30pm week day lunches

Lords Cafe Bar 659 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0AW Tel: 01704 543814 www.lordscafebar.co.uk Pizzeria Mamma Mia 120 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1AA Tel: 01704 540259

Braille Menus

Roberto’s Ocean Plaza Leisure, Marine Parade, Southport, PR8 1SQ Tel: 01704 530077/530099 www.robertositalian.co.uk

NOW available from Friday 18th October

CHRISTMAS PARTY BOOKINGS Indulge in chef’s festive.

Royal Clifton Hotel & Spa Promenade, Southport, PR8 1RB Tel: 01704 533771 www.royalclifton.co.uk

Party menus start from as little as £14.99 no party too small....

The Barking Frog 137-141 Manchester Road, Southport, PR9 9BD Tel: 01704 545132 www.thebarkingfrogrestaurant.co.uk

see our web site for menus www.ruffordarms.com

Salvatores 519 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0BB Tel: 01704 534782 www.salvatoresristorante.co.uk

Alexander’s Brasserie

Trattoria 51 51 Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DX Tel: 01704 510051 www.trattoria51.com

@ The Rufford Arms Hotel

380 Liverpool Road, Rufford L40 1SQ

Villaggio Cucina 31 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AG Tel: 01704 564564 www.villaggiocucina.co.uk Volare 613 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0AN Tel: 01704 546232

TELEPHONE 01704 822040 www.ruffordarms.com

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The return of the the fabulous King of Swing CHRIS STEWART

The Auberge Brasserie serves modern French and English cuisine, using only the finest local produce. We pride ourselves on the quality of all our food from the bread to the ice cream, as everything is made on the premises.

BRITISH

Alamir Lebanese Bistro 93 Eastbank Street, Southport, PR8 1DG Tel: 01704 544615 www.alamirbistro.com

Friday 25th October

www.auberge-brasserie.com

The Marine Brasserie, Lounge & Bar is renowned for being one of the finest places to eat in Southport. Hosted by the 4 star Ramada Plaza hotel, the Brasserie offers first class food with a friendly and relaxed service.

WORLD

Entertainment Night

Rufford Arms Hotel

@ruffordarms

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Pudding & Pie

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FLEETWOOD HESKETH Sports & Social Club Flyde Road, Southport

FRIDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 7.30PM

THE SANGROUNDERS with Roger Lathom

A Tribute To The Music Of The

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Proudly Present

EVERLY BROTHERS And many more 50’s/60’s stars Many of the greatest hits of this fantastic duo

A GREAT NIGHT OF NOSTALGIA NOT TO BE MISSED TICKETS: £5

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AVAILABLE FROM THE CLUB

01704 227968 or 07754 905003 Friday 13th December The Sandgrounder

Saahil Restaurant

665 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 OAW

Tel: 01704 512 345 www.saahil.co.uk

Amazing Offers All Week Monday to Thursday 3 Course Set Meal £9.95 Thursday to Sunday (11am - 4pm) 2 Course Lunch £6.95

Sunday Evening for 1 (3 Course Meal)

Fully licensed also choice of BYOB (corkage charge applies)

The Sandgrounders

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Christmas Party

New Year’s Eve

583 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 OBE

Welcomes you to

A Night At The

MOULIN ROUGE With MJ Entertainment

Friday 15th November 7pm arrival for 8pm Tickets £10.00 each Includes a bucks fizz arrival

Tickets available from Reception For more Details or to book your tickets call us on

01704 532578

Or email [emailprotected]

Christmas Bookings Now Being Taken

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Free home delivery service available

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Entertainments

Southport Dramatic Club 7/½"

A Romantic and Intriguing play by

FAIRS & SALES

Daphne du Maurier

BURSCOUGH

GIANT BOOT SALE

The Years Between

EVERY SUNDAY NOW AT BURSCOUGH AIRFIELD (HARDSTANDING SITE)

Tollgate Road, Burscough Industrial Estate, L40 7TG

Pitches £10.00 per car - Transits P.O.A.

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on the A59 Preston to Ormskirk Road at the rear of Beaufort Care Home. Follow the signs to Burscough Ind. Estate.

VERY BUSY VENUE • MEAT AUCTION • BURGER VANS • FLUSHING TOILETS

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Telephone up to 8pm any evening or after 5am on actual day of sale

Directed by Margaret Mann

www.carbootnorthwest.com Tel: 07831 123830

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Craft/Boot Sale Lyndene Garden Centre PR4 6HX

Every Saturday and Sunday

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Box Office Opens: 18th October 2013 at 11.00am Box Office Tel: (01704) 530521/530460

www.littletheatresouthport.co.uk Hoghton Street, Southport PR9 0PA

Sunday 27th October

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Antique, Craft & Vintage FAIR SCARISBRICK VILLAGE HALL L40 8HH Last Sunday of every month

Next fair Sunday 27th October. Doors open to public 9am-3pm Refreshments served inc. Belly Buster Breakfast at £2.50. Tables £10

To book a table telephone Russell 01257 463186 or 07799 390738. ENTRANCE 50p

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SIXTIES GOLD

Saturday

Thursday

26th October

31st October

7th November

— 2.30pm —

—8.00pm —

—7.30pm —

Compagnie Animotion present

Stand-up Comedy

The War of the Buttons

Steve Harris Sam Avery

CM Productions & Troop Theatre present

For aged 3 – 11 years Accessible to deaf & hearing audiences

Tickets £5 / £18 Family Ticket

ATTIC SALE

+ Support

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SLADE AND SWEET

SATURDAY 26TH OCTOBER 2013 Lydiate Parish Hall Southport Road Lydiate L31 43Q on the 300 bus route

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(near the Scotch Piper on A5147)

8am Sellers • 9am to 1pm Buyers Refreshments • Admission 30p

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STAMP FAIR (with coins and postcards)

Sunday 27th October

Saturday 26th Oct

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Royal Clifton Hotel Promenade, Southport 10am - 4pm • Admission FREE

BUY or SELL If selling a collection, just bring it to this fair. World Stamp. Coin. Banknote and Postcard collections bought. 1123530

Nationwide Collectors Fair Enquiries 01484 866777

CROSSENS COMMUNITY CENTRE Rufford Road Southport

Saturday

Wednesday

23rd November

27th November

11th December

—8.00pm —

— 8.00pm —

—7.30pm —

The Urban Folk Quartet

Stand-Up Comedy

Badapple Theatre Company presents

Andy White Rob Coleman

The Mice Who Ate Christmas

Tickets £11 £9 Concession

+ support

Tickets £7/£4 Concession

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Tel: 01704 225884

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OCTOBER CASH BINGO

Crossens Community Association is holding a cash prize bingo on Friday 25th October at 7.30pm For further details contact Elaine

With music by Jez Lowe

Tickets £10 / £8 Concession

BOX OFFICE: 01695 584480

Edge Hill University, Book online: edgehill.ac.uk/artscentre St Helens Rd, Ormskirk L39 4QP

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Entertainments

Call the Sales Team on 01704 392392 or check-out our website www.champnews.com

HOLIDAYS

TOM’S Travel 2000

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MINIBUS TRIPS

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8,12 & 16 Seaters

AIRPORTS FROM £70 RETURN • ALL OCCASIONS UNDERTAKEN HEN/STAG NIGHTS, RACE DAYS • CONTRACTS WELCOME

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01695 51987 · 07725 117424

Airport transfers Estates • People Carrier 8 + 11 Seater available

01704 560011

Want more experts? CHECK-OUT YOUR LITTLE BLACK BOOK

EVENTS - OUT & ABOUT

Tony Stockwell

stockwell.com

Tony

TV'S REMARKABLE PSYCHIC MEDIUM

Live at BRIARS

David Holt

INTERNATIONAL MEDIUM

HALL, BURSCOUGH

Saturday 18th January 2014 at 7.30pm for 8.00pm start. Admission £15.00

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For further information telephone:

01695 727784 or 07814 618981 4 201

The Ship at Lathom introduces…..

24 Chapel Street, L39 4QF Ormskirk

A taste of the country in town

Christmas Bookingss C now being taken (including Christmas Day). Enquiries at 01704 893 117 or [emailprotected]

Southport & Formby My Little Black Book 2013 edition

A Champion Newspapers Directory 1

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left to book your place in the 2014 edition of My Little Black Book

This is the definitive annual guide to LOCAL services … delivered FREE to over 160,000 homes! Your business is sure to benefit from being included – so don’t miss out. CALL THE CHAMPION SALES TEAM NOW ON

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Christmas Menus available at www.thecricketers-ormskirk.co.uk

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ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE

Live like a countess on Regency Park Looking for a beautiful waterside property in Bootle? Why not try Keepmoat’s brand new Coffee House Bridge development, next to the iconic Leeds and Liverpool Canal.

Househunters looking for their dream home in Bootle are in luck as Keepmoat’s stunning Countess view home is now available to buy. This four bedroom, link-detached home with a garage, on the popular Regency Park development offers buyers a unique opportunity to move straight into their ideal home, as the property comes with carpets, blinds, integrated appliances and light fittings included.

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HOUSE AND HOME

DINING ROOM TABLE Mahogany, extendable with 6 covered chairs inc 2 carvers, hardly used, excellent condition Must be seen £350 3 PIECE SUITE Cream leather, 2 seater sofa (manual recliner), 2 chairs (electric recliners) £250 ono 2 SEATER SOFA Cream leather, recliner, excellent condition £200 ono Call 07803 540909

Twinkle House & RD Recycling

would like to ask people in the local community to donate your unwanted furniture, appliances, bikes, prams and toys etc. to help raise much needed funding for Twinkle House

Please call 01695 550913

Call the Classified Sales Team on 01704 392392 or check-out our website www.champnews.com

to arrange free collection We also offer full or part house clearances Our unit is at Gratton Place Gillibrands WN8 9UE Reg. charity no:1121205 www.twinklehouse.co.uk

British Heart Foundation

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QUALITY KITCHEN UNITS, NEW 30% OFF Manufacturer’s RRPSuperb Quality units with Soft–CloseDoors and Drawers. Can be viewedin Formby Area. Can deliver £Various 07787413265 WANTED old washing machines/cookers, radiators/boilers and cast baths. For scrap only 01704568235 BAXI Baroque super living flame gas fire. VGC £100 o.n.o. 01519280822 MR FIREWOOD Large Bag Kindling can deliver £4.00 01704 211769 ZANUSSI JET STREAM Washing machine, good condition £65 01695 51314 TV STAND 3 tier black glass for 32inch TV. £25 0151 5267558 2 SEATER SOFA recliner, cream leather, excellent condition £200 o.n.o. 07803 540909 3 PIECE SUITE cream leather 2 seater manual recliner sofa & 2 chairs elec recliner. £250 o.n.o. 07803 540909 B&Q GARDEN SUN BED. Boxed & never used. Green & white striped canvas suspended sun bed over a brush metal frame. Buyer collects. Maghull area. no texts. £25 07887954364 BATHROOM SINK new, white with chrome mixer taps, pop–up waste and pedestal or can be wall hung £50 Burscough 01704 892452 BRANDY GLASSES Set of 6 traditional crystal brandy glasses. Boxed. Never used. £15 07792831737 BRASS ETHNIC COFFEE TABLE ROUND wooden gate leg table folds away can deliver local £40 07503707818 BREADMAKER Goodmans breadmaker. Model GBM625. Hardly used. £10 07792831737 CANE SWIVEL CHAIRS TWO cane swivel chairs complete with cushions (need recovering) £20.00 o.n.o. 07851843952 CERAMIC HOB Delongi ceramic hob, excellent condition. £40 01704 213535 CHILD’S HIGH BED In natural pine. Excellent condition. Made by Stomper. Age up to 12 years. Easy assembly. Complete with mattress. Desk and wardrobe under. Cost £700.00 new £200.00 07769167472 CURTAINS baby Pink satin stripe curtains, 46 by 60 drop, never used great for little girls room. £10.00 0151 531 6093

CUSHIONS LARGE 4 oversized (60cm x 60cm) cushions. Feather filled with new cream velvert Casa Couture covers from House of Fraser. £25 01695 420120 DECANTER SET Round etched crystal decanter and 4 matching glasses. £15 07792831737 DINING ROOM TABLE extendable, mahogany, 6 covered chairs inc 2 carvers. Hardly used, excellent condition. Must be seen. £350 o.n.o. 07803 540909 DINING TABLE Mahogany Effect Table & four chairs 5ft extends to 6ft vgc £50 o.n.o. 01704 380464 DINING TABLE ’Old Charm’ solid Jacobean oak refectory style table. 2’6 x 5’6. Excellent condition. £50 01704 222729 DINNING ROOM UNIT Macintosh Medium Oak unit. Two base cupboards, one large draw, two glass cupboards with lights. Size W 78’ x H 33’ x D 14’ In good condition. £79.00 0151 5200472 DOUBLE DIVAN BED DOUBLE divan bed complete with white wrought iron headboard £30.00 o.n.o. 07851843952 DOUBLE FUTON Double Futon/settee sleeps 2 people never been used unwanted gift brown in colour with sturdy frame cost over £175 new will accept £45.00 £45.00 o.n.o. 01704 380291 DOUBLE WARDROBE Double wardrobe and dressing table with mirror. Cupboards above all units with 2 shelves. 3 draws beneath dressing table. Cream and gold in colour. very easy to put together £160 07792692786 DUVET SET Lovely Single bed pink cotton lace trim, never used. £10.00 0151 531 6093 ELECTRIC FIRE Black stove style coal effect electric fire. Metal exterior, thermostatically controlled. Nice condition. £40.00 o.n.o. 01695 227405 ELECTRIC FIRE Black stove type electric fire. 54 x 42 x 30 cm. With marble plinth. Excellent condition. £35 01704 222729 FOR SALE Display cabinet, dark wood. Good quality. VGC. £50.00 01704 220295 FRENCH DOORS To fit opening 2090 high x 1250 wide, white with gold handles and keys £150 01704 213535 GAS FIRE Valor ’Black Beauty’. Hardly used. Serviced annually. Excellent working order. £40 01695 571582 (evenings) GIRLS HEART CUSHION Pink and lilac heart cushion from John Lewis. Ex cond. £7 o.n.o. 07818094326 HABITAT CHAIR grey oversized snuggle chair detachable covers good clean condition can send picture call after 3pm £80 07462127056 HALOGEN HEATER FLOORSTANDING SWIVEL HALOGEN HEATER £10.00 07851843952 HEADBOARD Double size, pink dralon button style, shaped headboard. ex quality & condition. £15.00 o.n.o. 01704 893484 HOMEBASE GREY CAROUSEL 1/2 circle plastic shelf set. Fits a 1000mm corner floor unit. W750/D435/H552. Top shelf swivels on its own. Bargain. £35 01704573196 HOOVER AQUAMASTER Hoover Aquamaster, Carpet Cleaner and Vacuum Machine.with all the attachments and handbook.In VGC £40.00 01704575621 HOTPOINT TUMBLE DRYER VTD00, reverse action,6KG, Grey, external pipe, hardly used £90.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 HOTPOINT WASHER DRYER Very Good Condition, Serviced, Can Deliver Locally to Southport and connect up if required. £145 01704 808135 07866 382388 KENWOOD FOOD PROCESSOR Never used with all accessories. £ 45.00 07740102958 KIDNEY SHAPE RETRO MIRROR TEAK SURROUND in good condition can deliver local £20 07503707818 KIRBY CLEANER G5 MODEL Kirby cleaner needs new cable or good for parts. Also cleaning tools and carpet shampooing system. £25.00 01695 558839

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OIL FILLED RADIATOR Supawarm Electric radiator in white. On wheels W 15’x H 25’ various heat settings. Very Good Condition £20.00 0151 531 8297 RETRO TABLE LAMPS Pair of retro teak table lamps, 30cms high with matching shades. ex condition £40.00 01704 893484

RUSTIC SOLID PINE Handmade Double Wardrobe with feet. Hand waxed. H 76inches x W 47inches x D 22inches. Optional feet 5inches high. £275 07815 099678 or 07720 810910 SEWING MACHINE NEW Cooper Pro Deluxe Model MK2 with accessories in box. Bargain £150 o.n.o. 01704573196 SILENTNIGHT DIVAN Quality 3ft two drawer divan base with Grey/silver metal and chrome plated head board included. Excellent condition. Buyer collects. £20 07769 940789 SINGLE BED QUILT sets lilac shades base sheet and light shade all lilac May deliver £15 o.n.o. 01515263851 SMALL CORNER UNIT Dark oak triangular corner cabinet. 17x17x27h. £5 07792831737 SOFAS firm 2 seater and 3 seater ex condition brown leather in colour 6 months old £300 ono o.n.o. 01704565955 SUITCASE Large green fabric suitcase. Good condition. £5 07792831737 SUITCASE BLACK WITH wheels used only once excellent condition £15 o.n.o. 01515318055 TABLE AND CHAIRS Old wooden Table and 4 wooden chairs with covered seats came out of old Victorian house must go as no room open to offers. £30.00 o.n.o. 01704 380291

HOBBIES GOLF Set of ladies Yonex Golf clubs and 3 Big Bertha metal woods also bag £120. Carry Golf bag £20 01704 893441

AQUARIUM 2ft x 1ft x 1ft with hood Grolux lighting (+ spare tube), internal filter (+ spare) & spare filter pads, heater/thermostat, plastic plants & ornament

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BEHRINGER ELECTRIC GUITAR AND behringer amp black guitar case all in good condition can deliver local £70 07503707818 BROWNIE BOX Brownie box/bag complete with books £6 o.n.o. 07818094326 CAMERA TRIPOD EXTENDS brand new never used duplicate present £15 o.n.o. 01515263851 CARAVAN AWNING Harringtons awning. Blue/beige 975cm. Fibre poles, curtains. Vgc £325 o.n.o. 07818094326 CASIO CTK 700 as new instruction book and music sheets, banks area, ideal xmas gift £50 o.n.o. 07743751146

LAMP TABLE Mahogany one draw with two shelves £30 o.n.o. 01704570107

GARDENING ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER Windsor 14S cylinder mower with scarifier casette. Well maintained. Excellent working condition. £250.00 01695 227405 PETROL CHAINSAW Stihl, MS390, 23 inch bar, chainsaw, hardly used, cost £700, will accept£300 £300 01704 876855

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KITCHEN SINK Stainless, single drainer kitchen sink and mixer taps, excellent condition. £40 01704 213535

KITCHEN UNITS Six base units and four wall units and work tops, white. Ideal for utility room, workshop or garage, good condition. £80 01704 213535

TABLE WITH FOLDING steel legs. 75cm x 150cm smooth white surface. Very stable, perfect for dressmaker, craft work etc. As new. £35.00 01704 550435 TV CABINET Mahogany holds tv up to 28’ with bottom draw currently used to hold PC and printer £30 o.n.o. 01704570107 TV STAND, UNUSUAL stunning Italian design. Strong black glass with chrome sides and 3 shelves. 100cm wide. Bargain at £30.00 01704 550435 TWO GUNMETAL TABLES 2 Matching Gunmetal effect Side Tables with 2 glass shelves on each.30 inch tall by 36 inch by 12 inch in ex. condition. £30.00 01695 578218 / 07761 762601 UPRIGHT Dyson DC14, late model, very strong suction, very clean, can deliver £60 07752362843 VAX INTEGRA dual action carpet shampoo machine, revolving brush model. £35 Southport 214498 WHITE HALF MOON WROUGHT IRON HALL TABLE, with glass top, approx 69cmx36cm wide, 71cm high £25.00 o.n.o. 01704 574737 WICKER CHAIR White stand alone wicker chair. Excellent cond. £20.00 01695423769 WOOD BURNING STOVE Simulated electric effect log burner with heating option. 68Wx33Dx68Hcm High quality, made by Burley. Southport £110 o.n.o. 07575744884 WOODEN DINING TABLE rrp £599 large solid heavy wood dining table with six matching chairs can be used as a four or six seater beech colour stunning must see £160 07849969950

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KITCHEN EXTRACTOR Hygena under cupboard extractor fan, white, very good condition. £10 01704 213535

KITCHEN SINK TAP Modern style tap in chrome. Not used. £25.00 01695 227405

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LAPTOP Microsoft Windows, Office, anti virus, Internet Ready, carry case, IT Suuport & possible delivery locally to Southport£95.00 £95.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 LEATHER SETTEE 3 seater. Dark green. Good condition. £50 o.n.o. 01695 574253 LIGHTS Pale pink glass, gold trim ceiling lights, wall lights to match. £20.00 o.n.o. 0151 531 6093 MAHOGANY UNIT 2 glass door storage unit. Great condition ideal to house dvd’s etc. £10.00 01695423769 MICROWAVE ideal for student roomdaughter used it in her room at uni £10.00 o.n.o. 07503218480 MINI TABLE coopers mini table folds away good for tv dinners or at the side of bed brand new still in box £ 5. o.n.o. 01704 533269 MIRROR. WALL MOUNTED with pre–drilled fixing holes. Bevelled edge. Good quality. Perfect condition. 24 x 29 inches £6.00 01704 550435 MIXER SHOWER NEW Wilkes Savona Thermostatic mixer shower with large fixed shower head high pressure water systems only, with separate easy clean handset. Bargain new in box. £150 o.n.o. 01704573196 NEXT, T V CABINET. Oak effectW42’ H14’ D16’half Sliding door, One Shelf. £ 30 o.n.o. 01704 220319 OFFICE CHAIR Blue office style swivel chair. Excellent condition. £10 07792831737

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APOLLO BOYS BIKE FS24 full suspension mountain bike. 18 gear, black and red. £20 01704 222729 CYCLE VOUCHER VOUCHER worth £350 selling for £250 for bikes and or clothing at any evans shopsouthport area, cash on collection £250 01704546588 GIRLS MOUNTAIN BIKE Spring forks, 5 speed twist grip Shimano gears. Hardly used and in vgc. £30 o.n.o. 07575744884 GIRLS PINK BIKE Girls Pink 16inch Bike. Excellent condition. £30 01704 833268 MOUNTAIN BIKE Scorpion Mountain Ridge mountain bike, red & silver, 14’ frame, 20’ wheels, 18 gears and dual suspension, recently serviced by Halfords, good condition £40 01695 227127 MOUNTAIN BIKES Two Mountain Bikes in good condition. Will sell separately. £60.00 01695 227405 SPUTNIC BMX sputnic frame wethepeople bars ODI Grips Black Sheep front wheel loud cassette few scratches in paint £70 o.n.o. 01704 562158

HANNAH MONTANNA Dressing up skirt and sparkly pink hat size 7–9 yrs £6 o.n.o. 07818094326

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BIKES LADIES VIKING STEP–EASY bike. Suit 5ft4 upwards. Excellent condition £100 07546 254448 (Litherland)

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LAURA ASHLEY CLOTHES size 8–10 jumpers tops dresses from £5 per item all new condition grab a bargain £5 07849969950 LAURA ASHLEY COAT size 8–10 stunning black and white knee length double breasted winter coat like new £15 07849969950 MENS BOSS ORANGE CASUAL SHIRT Short sleeved shirt. Size large. Blue check print. Never worn. Maghull area. No texts. £30 07887954364 MENS ITALIAN COAT Mens double breasted Jasper Conran ¾ length in luxury grey wool. Two external & internal pockets. Grey lining. Chest 39–42 inch.£130. In excellent condition £50 07815769264 NEXT Boys tan leather velcro shoes size 1, never worn, cost 24.00 new. £8.00 0151 531 6093 OFFICIAL SCOUTING TROUSERS Age 9/10. Worn but good condition. £5 07443957965 PLAYSTATION MOVE Starter Pack: motion controller and eye camera. Never been used, still in box. £20 07443957965 PLAYSTATION2 SINGSTAR 2 official microphones and USB converter, High School Musical Singit, Singstar sing along with Disney. Never used. Like New. £15 07443957965 PROM DRESS Lovely Back and white strapless dress with wrap to match, size 14 from Creme de la Creme, Cost £145.00 £60.00 o.n.o. 0151 531 6093 SUIT CARRIER Black synthetic leather. Four pockets, handle, shoulder strap, hooks to secure once folded.2 hangers and hook to hang four garments.50cm(h)x56(w) when folded £20 07815769264 SUITCASE Black ‘Constellation’ soft 4 wheel suitcase.2 external, 2 internal pockets.71cm(h) x 50cm(w) x 26 (d). £20 07815769264 WEDDING DRESS Beautiful and elegant white wedding dress. All cleaned, boxed and ready to be worn. Would fit between a size 10–14. Original price £1500. £100 01695423769

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TRAVEL SYSTEM multi position travel system with baby car seat. Black with flower print. Hardly used from new. can email photos to you. £80 01704 514120 V–TECH BABY WALKER VTech First Steps Baby Walker, bright buttons, flashing lights and sounds, detachable activity panel, folds for easy storage, excellent condition, smoke free/pet free home £7 07513411979

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ELECTRIC FIRE SUITE Cream/Silver. Hot and cold air fans. comprises mantel, hearth, surround and coal effect fire. Simply stand against wall and plug in. £90 01704 514120 FISHER PRICE sit to stand ball blast, flashing lights and fun sounds, balls can be put in top of tower and spiral down the chute, suitable from 9mths, smoke free/ pet free home £5 07513411979 HANNAH MONTANA electric guitar, amplifier and microphone, good working condition, smoke free/pet free home £10 07513411979 ISOFIX BASE Graco isofix carseat base. Fits most from birth carseats. £15.00 01695423769 M&S COAT Girls red coat fleece lined, excellent condition.age 4/5yrs £15 o.n.o. 01704571889 MACLAREN BUGGY Mac 3 off road 3 wheeler. Grey cosy toes. Pneumatic tyres. Rain cover £15 01704 222729 MAMAS AND PAPAS Millie and Boris lampshade in cream excellent cond. £10.00 01695423769 MICKEY MOUSE Potty chair blue never used unwanted gift. Price stickers still on. £5.00 01695423769 MOSES BASKET moses basket with rocking stand. good condition. can email photos. £25 01704 514120 MOTHERCARE TODDLER BED. Mothercare White Darlington toddler bed. Never been used. £25 o.n.o. 07754182255 MOTHERCARE TRENTON PRAM Mothercare Trenton Pram SystemBuggy, Pram, Cot, and Carrying bag. Brown in colour.In very Good Condition £50.00 o.n.o. 01704575621 MOTHERCARE WOODEN COTBED Storage draw with mattress, suites 4 m to 6 years. £40 o.n.o. 07973919020 NEXT NURSERY HOMEWARE NEXT Hetty & Henry unisex nursery items. Narrow width Curtains (139cm drop) with ties (all washed), curtain pole with character ends, lampshade & 3 art blocks. Current equivalent would cost £85. Like new. £30 07815769264 PLAY KITCHEN ELC play kitchen includes plates, pans cutlery etc. Good condition. £20 01704 833268 PLAY MATS Two play mats £5.00 each £10.00 01704575621 PUSHCHAIR Graco grey and light blue includes cosy toes, rain cover, nappy bag and tyre pump, temperature and time display on handle £25 o.n.o. 01704570107

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PHILIPS DVD PLAYER WIth remote control and instructions. Excellent condition. Hardly used. Maghull area. No texts. £10 07887954364 SATELLITE PHONE Thuyraya Satellite phone. Unlocked. Used once. Boxed and with instructions. Cost £500 new. Maghull area. No texts. £145 07887954364 SHAMELESS SERIES 1–6 Boxed DVD collection. Excellent condition. Watched only once. Maghull area. No texts. £15 07887954364 TV CABINET Holds TV up to 28’ with double doors and draw at bottom mahogany £30 o.n.o. 01704570107

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HOME ENTERTAINMENT ARISTON RECORD PLAYERSILVER Modern look model ATT–420 with stylus and plastic cover, belt drive 33 or 45 RPM, phono plugs. Separate item that needs amplifier. Very good condition £35.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 BELKIN SURF + ROUTER Top quality wireless router with built in modem. Boxed and hardly used. Maghull area. No texts. £10 07887954364 ENGLAND MICHAEL OWEN Signed tshirt in frame £80.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 MINI HIFI SYSTEM Alba mini hi fi system, silver. radio, cd & tape.boxed £15.00 o.n.o. 01704 893484 PANASONIC PORTABLE CDPLAYER Complete with car stand, remote control headphones, power adaptor, 48second anti skip. Boxed in good condition £20.00 01704 808135 07866 382388

ACTIVITY CENTRE For Sale Unique patent pending Ideal Fit Seat™ grows with babySeat rotates 360° for non stop interaction with 7 activity stations3 adjustable height positions allow entertainer to grow with babyOverhead toy bay with 2 hanging toysGood Condition £Price to be discussed 07835662771 AIR FOOTBALL Great game, suit age 6 upwards. £5.00 0151 531 6093 BALANCE BIKE Children’s balance bike Used once! Unwanted gift. Excellent cond. £25.00 01695423769 BIN BAG FULL of soft cuddly toys many with labels still attached Excellent condition May deliver o.n.o. 01515263851 CHESS SET. Woodfields wooden chess and checkers set in original box. Ideal for beginner. £5 01704 212093

VTECH BABY WALKER Pink with telephone excellent con only used in grandparents £10 01704 877450 XBOX Original xbox, two controllers, few games included. £20 o.n.o. 07818094326

MISC KEYBOARD Casio WK–1200 with stand, 73 keys, 45inches long by 16inches wide £60 01704 513191

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CALOR GAS BOTTLES Two new condition 7 kg bottles, one nearly full, & one empty. Will split. £40.00 01704 893484 CALOR GAS BOTTLE 4.5 calor gas bottle.full £15.00 01704 893484 CALVIN KLEIN BAG ladies large tote bag grey with black handles brand new unwanted gift £10 07849969950 CARDBOARD BOXES 20 large strong clean dry cardboard boxes great for house move or storage please call after 3pm £10 07462127056 CERAMIC HAIR STRAIGHTENERS chs professional ceramic straighteners on the same line as ghd if not better, like new condition £10 07849969950 EMELI SANDE CD rrp £15 ’our version of events’ played once £5 07849969950 FANCY DRESS Pirate Queen outfit by grand heritage, never used. £30.00 o.n.o. 0151 531 6093 FANCY DRESS Star Wars captain rex costume, suit age 8/10 £ 5.00 0151 531 6093 FOOT SPA morphy richards new condition £5 07849969950 FRAMED DON BRECON PRINT Framed Don Brecon Print ’ IN TOWN TONIGHT ’ 30 inch by 20 inch. Beautiful atmospheric scene of trams on High Street. £50.00 01695 578218 / 07761 762601 FUNKY STORAGE/FOOTSTOOLS 5 x sturdy brown storage/footstools with funky cushioned leopard print lids £3 07849969950 GARDEN STORAGE CUPBOARD large plastic storage cupboard rrp £100 from b&q £40 07849969950 GIRLS NEXT DUNGEREES girls age 7 dungarees. good condition please call after 3pm southport area £5 07462127056 HOOVER WASHING MACHINE white rrp £399 great condition £100 07849969950 INDESET condensor tumble dryer, holds 7 kilos, can be seen working. £50 Southport 214498 LAMINATE FLOORING 1 pack maple colour brand new in box £5 07849969950 LINCAT 25ltr stainless steel water boiler/tea urn with tap, suitable cafe, hall etc £35 Southport 214498 LOUIS VUITTON ELLIPSE LADIES BAG Genuine ladies LV handbag size 8x10.5x13.5 inches. Excellent condition. Like new. With original dust bag, padlock & key. £350 07887954364

ARMANI GLASSES CASE black as new £5 07849969950

MEERKAT SERGIE FUR MONEY BOX head moves in good condition can deliver local £10 07503707818

BARBECUE black square smoker barbecue on legs used once £10 07849969950

MOBILE PHONE Samsung galaxy ace boxed with sd card and charger white vgc £50.00 01704540504

BREITLING COLT OCEAN QUARTZ WATCH Mens watch. Excellent condition as hardly worn. Boxed with original paperwork. Retails for £1250. No texts. £795 07887954364 BURBERRY LADIES TOTE SHOULDER BAG Genuine Burberry ladies tote bag. 9.5 x 11.5 inches with one central snap fastener. Excellent condition. No texts. £95 07887954364

OIL RADIATOR Dimplex Oil Radiator 1350–1500Watt. 5 Fin 3 settings. perfect working order £20.00 07713 166881 OLD RAILWAY HANDLAMP Old Square Railway Handlamp 13 inch tall, 3 sides glassed stamped BR(M) unrestored complete. £45.00 01695 578218 / 07761 762601

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PHILLIPS FACIAL sun lamp 4 tubes new shape used afew times immaculate healty tan all, year round cost £85 £25.00 01515319425 or 07773242918 PINK VIDEO CAMERA luminex has 6 in 1 devices such as, Digital Camera, Digital Camcorder, PC Camera, Mass Storage Driver, Voice Recorder and Memory new in box £25 07849969950

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PROJECTOR SCREEN Wall mounted and adjustable/retractable, 5ft x 5ft, & 5ft11 x 5ft6 good condition £40.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 QUAD BIKE Nemesis mini ATV 50cc, suit age 7 upwards £180.00 0151 531 6093 RADLEY PURSE large red leather purse new condition £25 07849969950 RADLEY PURSE pretty pink leather card holder purse new condition £20 07849969950

WALKER Lightweigt, cost £69.00 never used. £40.00 0151 4763036

SAMSUNG GALAXY ACE 2 rrp £180 brand new in box unwanted gift £90 07849969950

WHEEL CHAIR New condition, folds for car boot £75 o.n.o. 01704565938

SCHOOL DESK SOLID wood with attached seat and lift up lid pre 1960 style £50 o.n.o. 01515263851

WHEELCHAIR Large wheels, little used. Ex Con. £70.00 o.n.o. 01704 220872

SONY CYBERSHOT DIGITAL CAMERA 6.0–megapixel CCD3x optical zoom; 2.5–inch LCD display VGA movie mode allows videos with sound, High Sensitivity Mode allows shooting in low–light conditions £20 07849969950 SONY RADIO ALARM CLOCK white cube dream box radio alarm clock £5 07849969950 STEERING WHEEL U8 plus steering wheel for original xbox. £5.00 0151 531 6093 UMBRELLA WASHING LINE good condition great space saver in the garden £10 07849969950 WANTED records, rock & roll, 60’s pop and beat, folk, rock, indie, punk etc. Bought for cash 01704 566210 after 6pm

MOBILITY CRANMORE STAIRLIFTS LTD • New and reconditioned lifts supplied and fitted • Straight or curved lifts • Stairlifts repaired and serviced • Door intercom systems supplied and fitted 1120 11 1120786 20786 7866

PORT A POTTI made by Thetfort, used once. £40 Southport 214498 RETRO DISPLAY /BOOKCASE 1970 GLASS shelves in great condition bargain £70 07503707818 SLIDE PROJECTOR Cabin 35mm full size slide projector. £10.00 o.n.o. 01704 893484

STEIFF TEDDY BEAR Limited edition mohair teddy bar 1906 blond 43 replica 1994 perfect condition boxed with certificate. £150. o.n.o. 01704 879591 TANGLEWOOD ODYSSEY GUITAR Electric acoustic six stringer, bowl back, very good tone very good condition £100 01942218408 TELESCOPE WITH TRIPOD CELESTRON DG066231 graphite, different lenses, software cd, instructions, large size, tripod stand, good condition £40.00 01704 808135 07866 382388

DUNLOP GRAPHITE GOLF Club 65i 1 wood. In good condition. £20 o.n.o. 01704573196 HOLDALL Large bag for travel or sports by carlton black with red piping good condition £10 o.n.o. 01704 879591 INDOOR BOWLS wanted two indoor bowls size 3 or 4 01515201510 LADIES SKI SUIT BURGUNDY/FUR TRIM SIZE 12 in great condition can deliver local £20 07503707818 SCOOTER ALLUMINIUM SILVER folds down for convenience excellent condition May deliver £20 o.n.o. 01515263851 SLAZENGER HOCKEY STICK length 36 inches with carry case £10 o.n.o. 01515263851 WEIGHT BENCH Freestyle Weights Bench Hardly used £20.00 0151 520 0856 YORK weights bench with leg raiser, good condition £20 Burscough 01704 892452

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CHILDS GUITAR Multi functional guitar with various types of music, R&B, Reggia, punk etc. Requires 2 batteries. Excellent condition would make a great Christmas present. Suit 4+, buyer collects £15 01695573147 CLUEDO SUPERSLEUTH. Excellent condition. £10 07792831737 DIGGER Boys garden toy, age 2yrs+great condition £40 o.n.o. 01704571889 EDU SCIENCE Microscope, never used. £8.00 0151 531 6093 GO KART ’Uniplay’ kids pedal go–kart. £5 01704 222729 HORSE/PONY HARDBACK BOOKS 8 all in good condition can deliver local £15 07503707818 LITTLE TIKES Sit on red car. Unwanted gift used once!40.00 original price £20.00 01695423769 MATCHBOX Sit along soft ball toy, suit age 4/6, like new. £5.00 0151 531 6093 NERF Nerf–Recon C56 Blaster £ 5.00 0151 531 6093 RETRO SPACE HOPPER GISMOS and gadgets new in box can deliver local £10 07503707818 ROCKING HORSE Excellent condition, with sound effects. £40 o.n.o. 01704571889 ROCKING HORSE brown furry rocking horse suit age 1 to 2 VGC £10 01704 877450 SKATEBOARD black with green wheels and design £5 07849969950 TOMY KIDS PINBALL Retro collector type white Pinball Machine, battery operated, BOXED in good condition £10.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 TOY HELICOPTER. Dino Valley jungle helicopter, in camouflage colours with winch, cargo net and rotating blades. £8 01704 212093 TP CLIMBING FRAME Climbing frame with lots of extras. Good condition. £65 o.n.o. 07818094326

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HALFORDS ADVANCED CAR Battery HCB075 calcium maintenance free battery. As new. Used in a Ford Focus. £70 o.n.o. 01704573196 JAGUAR XF BOOT LINER Genuine dealer purchased semi rigid boot liner. Cost £150 new. Excellent condition. Maghull area. No texts £35 07887954364 JUMP LEADS car jump leads, as new £5 01704 876855

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3 WHEEL ROMA walking aid with shopping bag, little used £30 Southport 214498 MOBILITY waterproof wheelchair coverall with sleeves and hood, navy–blue £10 Southport 214498 NEPTUNE BATH LIFT Safe bathing with easy bath access Excellent condition. New battery pack (cost £50 ) £150.00 o.n.o. 01519292506 ROAD KNIGHT 3 wheel mobility scooter with basket & charger. fit in car boot £165. 01695 559581 SHAKE & WAKE ALARM For hearing impaired, phone connection with flashing light/vibrating shaker large display £25 o.n.o. 01704 879591 TRANSIT folding wheelchair, good clean safe condition, little used. £65 Southport 214498 WHEELCHAIR self propelled or can be pushed, little used, can deliver £85 07752362843

MOTORING 2XGENUINE VOLVO WHEELS Two Volvo 18’ Atreus Alloy Wheels. Both are genuine and used. Wheels only, sold as seen. £250 07515955139 2XPIRELLI PZERO TYRES Two brand new Pirelli PZERO Rosso 215/45 R18 93W tyres, still wrapped together. Tyres only, sold as seen. £300 07515955139 AXLE STANDS 3 Tonne axle stands £15.00 o.n.o. 01704 893484 CAR RAMPS Heavy duty car ramps £20.00 o.n.o. 01704 893484 DUNLOP SPACE SAVER Used very little, fitted honda civic 2008. size T135 x 80 D16. Good condition. £50.00 o.n.o. 01519293291 FORD SPACE SAVER Wheel used once 4 stud T125/80 R15 Pirelli. Bargain. £30 o.n.o. 01704573196 GOODYEAR GT2 TYRE New unused/unfitted 155/70R13T £25 01704 808135 07866 382388

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HOBBIES DOULTON TOBY JUGS Royal Doulton ARAMIS Toby Jug collectors antique D6829 (1955 1988) Boxed Genuine AS NEW. Poss delivery local to Southport. £40.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 ENGLAND MICHAEL OWEN Signed tshirt in frame £80.00 01704 808135 07866 382388 FOOTBALL memorabilia wanted players match worn shirts programmes ticket stubs etc cash paid £0.00 01515319425 or 07773242918 GOLF PUTT TRAINING SYSTEM Boxed and unused. Maghull Area.No texts £5 07887954364 KARAOKE Complete with mic and 4 CDG discs and cassette player. Hardly used £20 01695 420950 aughton LADIES SKI SUIT SIZE 12 BURGUNDY FUR around hood in good condition can deliver local £20 07503707818 METAL DETECTOR. National Geographic digital metal detector. Very sensitive, audio tone alert, 2 piece adjustable shaft. £8 01704 212093 PLAYSTATION 2 two controllers and memory cardand all the leadsperfect working order, with a couple of games £16 o.n.o. 01942218408

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