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October 2009 Issue 13

Heswall police completed a sponsored cycle ride for Claire House Children’s Hospice

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Jon White Jeff concluded by adding Editor that “I hope this will be the Quotes have replaced jokes at the firstPS: in a number of bottom of each page this month 14 initiatives to enhance this important and prominent Heswall site”.

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the police stations officer, on the Wirral in Following a site meeting earlier this year withtoaallsenior council aid of Claire House Children’s the Heswall Conservative Action Team was able to secureHospice. a You Cheshire can read more on pageat4. the The police commitment to carry out restoration work to the railing busy with their day job, site6which was in very poor condition. They arehave nowalsoinbeen place. cracking down on underage drinking in the area. There’s breakdown of the Councillor Lesa fullRowlands police team’s work over the last month on said “I`m delighted that our page 18. & determination persistence legal feature, hasThere’s paid also offlocal andnews, the aoriginal as well as a what’s on guide and business railing has been replaced directory. with like and not a cheaper version. of the advertisers in thisThis magazine 12 andMostplainer work overdue and comewas fromlong the local area so please brings a clear improvement remember to support your local to the immediate area”. businesses.

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Jeff said “Progress over the years has been slow, with many reasons being 4 given by council officials for not carrying out restoration works including a lack of available resources. I think however, that it is important that council tax payers in HeswallHESWALL see the local authority police have used pedal power investing in their community”. to raise cash for a good cause. They cycled

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HESWALL Neighbourhood Policing Team successfully completed a 50-mile sponsored bike-ride in aid of Claire House Children’s Hospice. Claire House is a part of Heswall Neighbourhood and officers visit regularly to show their support to the staff and children. The hospice needs to raise £200,000 every month to keep its doors open and the officers’ aim was to raise at least £2,500. The sponsored ride received support from local businesses Castle Motors, Wirral Wheelz, K-cycles, Iceland, and the Ravenscroft Public House. Fourteen people did the ride and police were accompanied by the local sports development officer. All the officers completed the route, despite the fact that some were on borrowed bikes because they didn’t own one. The weather was fine and the riders and back-up team visited all Wirral police stations, clocking up an impressive 53-miles. Neighbourhood staff collected donations at all stations raising nearly £500 from on-duty colleagues. This made a significant contribution towards the goal which has now been exceeded with over £2,600 collected to date. Donations can still be made via http://www.justgiving.com/ heswallpolice

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Curtain comes down on film society HESWALL Film Society is being wound up due to a lack of committee members. In recent years the society has experienced a declining membership which puts its future at risk. The society has been showing films in Heswall for 40 years but recently faced an uncertain future due to a shortage of members and officers. Secretary of Heswall Film Society, Vanessa Matthews, said: “If anyone is interested in film and would be willing to help out within the society, which holds nine events per year, they should contact Jean Jones on 677 4590 or visit the Heswall Film Society website on www.heswallfilmsoc.org.uk. Pictured: Heswall Film Society members pictured with MP Ben Chapman earlier in the year  THE Orange Tree Coffee Garden, on Telegraph Road, has now closed

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 HESWALL police confiscated two bottles of vodka, six large bottles of cider and 60 cans/bottles of lager from under-age drinkers in the town last month.

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Helping your pet cope with Bonfire Night While we as humans may enjoy celebrating 5th November with fireworks, for many pets this can be an extremely stressful time. Dogs and cats have extremely good hearing and can be startled or afraid of noises that are loud or unfamiliar. There are a number of things that you can do to help your pet during this period so that they feel more secure and to help keep them safe. Protecting Cats and Dogs from Noise and Accidents Never let your pet outside while fireworks are being let off, even if you think they won’t be frightened as they can be very unpredictable around loud noises which could result in an accident and/ or injury. Make sure that you have exercised your dog earlier in the day before the fireworks start so that they are more likely to settle in the evening. Keep all windows closed and curtains drawn and block off your cat or dog flaps so that they can’t escape. It is advisable to have your pet microchipped so if they do get out, they can be easily traced and reconciled with you quickly. We are doing a special offer of just £15 throughout October for microchipping – see our advert for more details. Having background noise which they are familiar with can be helpful to distract them, eg TV or radio and this will block out some of the noise of the fireworks. Try to avoid leaving your pet alone as this can make them more stressed. There is also a product known as D.A.P (Dog Appeasing Pheromone) which can be given to your pet in the lead up to Bonfire night. This simulates a scent signal that bitches produce to help their puppies settle and feel safe. D.A.P has been proven to help reduce firework fear in dogs and it comes in a variety of formats but the most effective product comes as a plug-in which you use in your home and is suitable for dogs of any age. It is advisable to start using this for a few weeks before the fireworks start so that it has time to take effect and your pet will get most benefit from it. Ask our staff for further details on this. Protecting Smaller Domestic Animals Pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, rodents and birds all need to be treated with special care when fireworks are being let off as these animals are easily frightened. Make sure that you bring outdoor hutches and cages inside for the night or into a shed/garage where they can be kept as quiet as possible. You can cover hutches & cages with a blanket to lessen the noise and keep the animal calmer but make sure that they have sufficient air circulation. You can also give your pet extra bedding to burrow in which will help to make it feel more secure. If your pet does have to stay outside, try to face its hutch/cage towards a wall and again cover it with a blanket. Make sure that you do not let off fireworks anywhere near its cage and check regularly to make sure that it is not becoming stressed.

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IN most cases where a couple purchase a home they will purchase it in joint names. The way in which they actually have the joint ownership worded in legal terms can have significant implications not only in the case of the death of one of them but also in the situation where they split up and they were not married. If a couple hold the ownership in their home as beneficial joint tenants the survivor of them will become entitled to the whole ownership of the property and the half share of the first to die will not pass to anyone else. This might not be the desired result in the case of an unmarried couple or where the surviving spouse was already in residential care with a potential claim on the property for the care fees paid by Social Services. There would be entirely different results if on the other hand the couple were to hold their home as tenants in common because not only could their respective shares be left by will to whomsoever they chose but also their shares could be held in unequal amounts to reflect what each had put into the property. It is usually helpful to consider what type of ownership is to be preferred when you buy your home as this can then facilitate the leaving of your share in it by will in a situation when you may not necessarily leave it to your spouse/ partner. In most cases, this will not be because you do not want him/her to inherit the share but because you do not want Social Services to claim it. (We should mention that holding as tenants in common has often proved a benefit in the past in connection with Inheritance Tax planning wills but this is of less significance now due to recent changes in Inheritance Tax law and may be of even less significance in the future.) The rights of the surviving spouse/partner do not need to be prejudiced in a tenancy in common situation where the other’s share is left to someone else as it can be put into a small trust in the will so that the surviving spouse/partner is entitled to enjoy the benefit of the share of the

deceased owner in the home and following the death of the surviving spouse/partner the share then passes to eg the children. In the case of unmarried couples owning the home we usually recommend that not only do they hold as tenants in common but also that they have a separate agreement or declaration of trust detailing what is to happen in the event of either a sale situation or one of them no longer wishing to live at the property. It is often the case that the ownership is not in equal shares and, for example, part of the deposit has been provided by one partner sometimes with the assistance of his or her parents; this leads on to the final part of this article. one of the factors resulting in the current state of the housing market is the lack of first time buyers able to proceed. The first time buyer is often the first link in a “chain” of conveyancing transactions. Because of the current reluctance of many lenders to loan more than 80% of the value, first time buyers are having to scrape around for a large deposit often in a situation where they are still saddled with student debts. Some first time buyers will be fortunate enough to look to parents to help them onto the property ladder. In cases where there is only one first time buyer then we could well advise the parents on being joint owners of the property with their child and once again there would be the consideration of whether or not there should be a tenancy in common backed by a declaration of trust. For further information, please contact Margaret Gordon at Maxwell Hodge in Heswall on 0151 342 6447 or Daphne Bridson at Maxwell Hodge in West Kirby on 625 9154

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Over the last few years a number of residents have voiced sadness at the decline of the Brimstage woods area and in particular the Cheshire railings which define the boundary at the junction of Brimstage Road and Barnston Road. Jeff, having learnt of the work carried out by a local resident on a purely voluntary basis, keeping the area tidy and paths open for use by local residents was determined that improvements were made to this area. Jeff said “Progress over the years has been slow, with many reasons being given by council officials for not carrying out restoration works including a lack of available resources. I think however, that it is important that council tax payers in Heswall see the local authority investing in their community”. Following a site meeting earlier this year with a senior council officer, the Heswall Conservative Action Team was able to secure a commitment to carry out restoration work to the Cheshire railing at the site which was in very poor condition. They are now in place. Councillor Les Rowlands said “I`m delighted that our persistence & determination has paid off and the original railing has been replaced with like and not a cheaper and plainer version. This work was long overdue and brings a clear improvement to the immediate area”.

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Signing off summer in fine style To finish the summer off in style the Mayor and Mayoress of Wirral, Andrew and Kathy Hodson held their Last Summer Wine Dance at Thornton Hall Hotel & Spa. The Mayor and Mayoress, who live in Lower Heswall, were delighted with the success of the event which raised approximately £7,000 which will go towards the Mayor’s Charities. The next event will be held in March 2010 and it it highly recommended to reserve tickets for it. The event was once again organised by Ina Schmidt of Diamond Events.

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APOLLO Blinds has started as it means to go on by wowing Wirral homeowners who have had the first glimpse of the fabulous new collections from Britain’s biggest blinds store chain. The company, which has more than 75 outlets across the UK, has just launched a new service for the Wirral peninsula and Marc McQuilliam from Apollo Blinds is delighted with the reaction from homeowners to the range of quality made-to-measure window blinds, awnings and plantation shutters. “There is no doubt that homeowners on the Wirral have been crying out for high quality window blinds products which are at the cutting edge of current home interior trends,” he said. “And if our first few weeks are anything to go by then Apollo Blinds has filled that gap and will be well on its way to becoming the number one choice for anyone who wants to use window blinds and coverings to make their homes beautiful.” Apollo Blinds has the area’s most comprehensive collection of Venetian, Vertical, Roman Roller and Conservatory blinds but it is some of the niche products that are exciting homeowners, according to Mr McQuilliam. “Plantation shutters are the fastest selling new range within the Apollo Blinds group right now because they are becoming extremely fashionable and it seems everyone wants to get their hands on them,” he said. “Everyone I’ve showed our basswood shutters to has gone weak at the knees when they see the quality and beauty of our collection and they want them because they recognise just what a difference they will make to their homes. “But it’s not just shutters that are wowing our customers. Our stunning new Calico blinds are a new variation of a Roman blind that has just come from Australia. They are lighter than traditional Romans with more neutral lightweight fabrics which are perfect for properties close to the sea. “And for people who have conservatories we have the Perfect Fit system which has been specifically designed for uPVC windows so there is no need to drill into existing frames.” To book an appointment for one of Marc’s complimentary home consultations please call 0151 203 6160 or 07863 805638. You can also visit www.apollo-blinds/wirral.

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HESWALL police have revealed how they have been tackling crime recently. In the monthly bulletin, the police outline how they have responded to concerns: ‘You said Monitor young people in Heswall around the bus station, Puddydale, The Dales & the Beacons to ensure good behaviour We did We did regular patrols in the park area and feedback has been very positive. You said Monitor behaviour in and around premises with late licences in Heswall town centre We did We are working closely with licensees and the Licensing Department to ensure good management of premises, and provide a presence every Friday & Saturday night. You said Develop diversionary activities for the half-term and Halloween/Bonfire Night We did We are working with partners to obtain funding and provide a range of activities for young people in this period.’ Accident blackspot WORK has finally begun on a new roundabout near the Cottage Loaf pub, at Thurstaston, in an attempt to reduce accidents. The work is expected to last nearly two months, during which time there will be closures to Station Road and Thurstaston Road as well as overnight closures to Telegraph Road.

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Paperback Fiction: Me Cheeta by James Lever Longlisted for this year’s Booker Prize as ‘the wildcard’, this is the fictional autobiography of a chimpanzee. Sounds whacky? It is. A fantastic spoof on Hollywood memoirs, this is the life story of Tarzan’s chimp, his liberation from the Liberian Jungle and rise to stardom Cheeta’s bitchy asides about his fellow actors and his battle with drink and drugs make for hilarious reading. Anyone who remembers the golden days of Hollywood with affection will find this a wonderfully funny andsurprisingly- at times quite moving book. Autobiography: ‘My Better Half and Me’ by Joss and Rosemary Ackland Actor Joss Ackland and his late wife Rosemary were exceptionally lucky to have found each other, and their incredibly close bond saw them through the ups and downs of marriage for over fifty years. This is an account of their lifelong love affair from both their points of view. Rosemary kept a diary from the age of fifteen and continued it for her whole life even after the onset of motor neurone disease which left her mute and immobile. Interspersed with her entries is Joss’s commentary charting all the major events of their lives including the rise of his brilliant career and the tragic death of their oldest son. A true old fashioned romance.

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Cookery: ‘Nigella Express’ by Nigella Lawson Newly out in paperback, this is Nigella’s latest offering and it is a treat. Beautifully illustrated, it contains a whole range of wonderful recipes for every day cooking for all you domestic goddesses with little time to spare (I know you’re out there, Heswall and West Kirby!) New ideas for healthy eating mixed with some unashamedly comfort food all go together to make up a great cookery book . Would make a fantastic Christmas present.

20 I can’t believe it, both my boyfriends are cheating on me - Lucy Wilde

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Coffee time: Pictured at the Heswall Animal Welfare Society coffee morning last month are Joyce Mulcahy, Marie Nicholls, Carol Burd (secretary), Ann Farrell and Pat Murray (chairwoman). The coffee morning help to raise money for the society’s work in rehoming cats and dogs in the area.  PLANS for al fresco dining at The Ravenscroft pub, in The Mount, have been criticised by the Jehovah’s Witnesses. The pub’s owners want to extend the licence to allow alcohol to be served in the outdoor area. But the Jehovah’s Witnesses say it will create too much disturbance at the nearby worship hall.  A NEW health centre will be built at the former Warrens Nursery, in Thingwall. Wirral Primary Care Trust and West Wirral Group Practice finally got their scheme through the council after an eight year planning wrangle. The multi-million pound project will replace surgeries in Heswall, Irby and Thingwall.

MARIE Curie Cancer Care held its annual sponsored walk from Thurstaston Visitor Centre last month. Families walked a scenic route along the Wirral Way, through The Dales and The Dungeon raising money to support the Marie Curie nurses. Marie Curie fundraiser Colette Byrne said: “The Thurstaston walk has really exceeded our expectations, this year we had just over 60 walkers who raised an amazing pledged amount of £3,500!’ For more info contact Colette on 801 1405 or [email protected] Money raised from the Thurstaston Walk will be used to help the Marie Curie Wirral home nursing service provide practical nursing care to people seriously ill with cancer in the comfort of their own homes. My best friend ran away with my wife, and let me tell you, I miss him - Henry Youngman

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Youth policy pays dividends for YoU may have driven past Caldy RFC a hundred times and not realised that it is one of the biggest and most successful rugby clubs on the Wirral. Situated between West Kirby and Heswall, it is set in the beautiful grounds of Thurstaston Country Park and not only plays host to Caldy’s four senior squads but also has an extremely successful Junior and Mini’s section that includes two flourishing Girl’s sides at U15 and U18. Caldy’s 1st XV have been leading the way with their consistently strong performances that have secured them a place in the National 2 North League. Director of Rugby Matt Holt says: “The boys have done well, we managed to finish a strong second last year to ensure our promotion into the new National Two North Division. There is no denying that this league is going to be an extremely competitive one but I am confident that we can improve on last year.” Caldy RFC have a one Club policy that ensures both the Junior and Mini’s sections are well supported and as such thrive in their own right. At the end of last season the Junior section’s success was highlighted on Sunday

the 26th of April when the U13’s, U14’s and U15’s each fought their way to victory in the Cheshire Cup final that was hosted at the club. The U13’s won a thrilling final against local rivals Wirral, battling their way back from 10 – 14 down to win their 1st Cheshire Cup final 17 – 15 in a closely fought game. The U14’s had an equally tough final against Stockport. However, a previous training session with, All Black, Zinzan Brooke managed to provide the boys with all the drive they needed to overpower the Stockport forwards and fight their way back from 0 – 7 to take the lead and finish a comfortable 20 points to 7. The pressure was now on for the U15’s to complete the hat trick and win their final against a strong Lymm team. The tight score line (5-5, 10-5, 17-10, 17-17) reflects just how hard the boys had to work for each point. Lymm never backed down, even when Caldy were awarded a penalty inside Lymm’s 22 in the last five minutes of the game. Liam Isaacs made the decision to kick for goal and delivered making the score 20 – 17 and, for the third time that day, Caldy celebrated in style.

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or rugby club Iain Corlett, chairman of the Caldy Junior section commented: “It was such an amazing day, electric, and to have hosted it at the club as well, the atmosphere was unbelievable. It’s a day that won’t be forgotten at the club, we’re so proud of our boys – all of them!” It is not surprising that many of the 1st and 2nd team places are filled with players who have come right through the club. There are also those players, such as Shaun Woof (club captain), who have progressed to play representative and Premiership rugby, but who have returned to Paton Fields to play at their beloved club and pass on their knowledge and experience. Woof reflects, “This is a club you come back to, we all do, it’s a special place”. Having said that, it is also a club that openly welcomes new members; be they supporters, players or sponsors. So if you fancy coming down for a day you won’t be disappointed! www.caldyrugby.co.uk

Strong start for senior teams

THE 1st XV have enjoyed some good results at the beginning of the season. They defeated London Scottish 78-0 in a friendly before seeing off Westoe 38-15 in their opening league game. Huddersfield ended the unbeaten run with a 32-17 win at Caldy in a game dominated by penalties. The 2nd XV lost 22-16 to Lymm in the County Cup but recovered their form in the opening two league games with a 51-7 win over Altrincham and a 47-5 hammering of Birkenhead Park. The 3rd XV lost 22-12 to Sefton in their first outing in the league but beat Crewe and Nantwich 41-7 the following Pictures show the trophy winning Under week. 15s team in action during their final The Senior Colts beat Wirral 20-16 in against Lymm earlier this year a tight encounter in the league. What is a solicitor’s favourite dessert. Sue it pudding

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Thornton Hall Hotel has became known over the last two years for its expertise in Asian weddings! The team of Diamond Events , Thornton Hall’s exclusive event – and wedding planning team, started Asian Weddings in the self contained Torintone Suite at the hotel. “We knew that there is a huge demand in the market,” explains Ina Schmidt of Diamond Events. “And with our Torintone Suite we are just the perfect place for big weddings with a specialised caterer at our side.” The hotel works with the finest catering companies in the North West and is also planning Bollywood Nights during the next month. All enquiries please call: 0151 353 3703 or: 077253 261 46.

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WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER Thursday 8th October Fashion Show in aid of the North West Cancer Research Fund, Heswall Committee, at Westwood Grange Hotel, Thornton Hough, 7.45pm. Compered by Heswall fashion shop Suzi G. Tickets £8 available from Suzi G’s shop and Linghams, Heswall Saturday 10th October Attic Sale at Heswall Hall, 2-4pm. Call Gary Banks on 342 4959. (Also 24th Oct) Wednesday 14th - Saturday 17th October Heswall operatic Society present Big Band and Broadway, featuring the Wirral Schools Big Band at Gladstone Theatre, Port Sunlight - 7:30pm. Monday 19th - Wednesday 21st October The River Dee High Tide: Enjoy stunning views of the high tide, reaching over 30ft, from 12pm, Heswall shore, bottom of Banks Road, Lower Heswall. Enquiries 678 5488 (Also Wednesday 4th - Friday 6th November)

Sunday 4th October Apple Day, Eastham Country Park, 2 - 4pm. Friday 13th November Richard Gardner: “Water Voles”, Room B, Heswall Hall. 7.30 pm. Admission £2. All welcome. Richard is the North West Lowlands Water Vole Project Officer with the Cheshire Wildlife Trust. He will give us an insight into his work with this iconic species of the riverbank.

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Clubs Dee Sailing Club Station Road, Thurstaston. Tel 648 2300 Concert Band Rehearsals on Sundays 9:45am-12noon in the Scout Hall, Sandy Lane. Tel 342 1944 Flower Club Meet 2nd Wednesday of the month, 8pm at Alexander Hall, Rocky Lane. Tel 342 2060 Heswall Society Established for the public benefit to conserve the heritage of the parish. Contact Carolyn Eddowes on 342 5066 Horticultural Society Meetings on the first Monday of the month at 7.30pm in Heswall Hall. Tel 342 8204 Lawn Tennis Club Quarry Road East, Heswall. Tel 342 1775 Model Aircraft Club Meets each Friday evening at the clubhouse at Gayton. Web www.deesidemac.fsnet.co.uk National Trust Association For local members of The National Trust - organises social events, speakers and outings to places of interest. Tel 342 2847 Operatic Society www.heswalloperatic.co.uk Photographic Society Meetings held at St.Peters Centre, Village Road, Lower Heswall. Tel 648 5787 Riverside Players Amateur dramatics company, based in Heswall, with rehearsals at Richmond Hall on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings. Visit www.riverside-players.org.uk Rotary Club Heswall group meets every Thursday at The Grange, Thornton Hough at 12.45pm. Secretary 342 2370 Round Table Social club with a conscience open to men between 18 and 45, meeting at The Black Horse, Lower Heswall & other venues. Tel 342 9159

Senior Swimmers open to anyone over 50, for “serious “ or light exercise, at Caldy Grange Swimming Pool every Friday morning Tel. 342 3703 Squash Club Brimstage Road, Heswall. Tel 348 4732 Soroptimists The group meet on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month at the Grange, Liverpool Road, Neston. Tel 342 3446 Wirral WIldlife The local branch of Cheshire Wildlife Trust. www.wirralwildlife.co.uk Tel 342 1395. Woolgatherers Heswall-based drama group. New members welcome. Call 648 2717 Useful Numbers MP Ben Chapman, Wirral South. Tel 643 8797 Stephen Hesford, Wirral West. Tel 522 0531 Councillors Peter Johnson, 342 1399 Leslie Rowlands 342 2454 Andrew Hodson 342 6253 Surgeries held on the first Saturday in the month at Heswall Library, 10.30am-12noon Police Heswall Police Station. Non-emergencies call: 709 6010. Monday - Friday 10am-5pm Richmond Hall Community based Hall in School Hill Heswall available for hire to local community groups . Contact 342 5742 Schools Barnston Primary. Tel 342 5229 Gayton Primary. Tel 342 3772 Heswall Primary. Tel 342 7491 St Peter’s CE Primary. Tel 342 2556 Travel Co-op Travel, 206 Telegraph Road, Heswall. tel 342 6103 Wirral Council General switchboard 0151 606 2000

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Davies Bros Gardens & Drives Dug Out Land Drainage Pond Excavations Top Soil Available Small Demolition Mini Digger & Driver Hire Contact James on: 0151 336 4637 or 07990765605

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2 Counties tool Hire Tel 0151 342 3366 l Service/repairs/sharpening all makes of garden machinery l Domestic and professional l Lawn mowers, strimmers, ride on tractors, chain saws, cement mixers, hedge cutters etc. l Hire equipment l 25 years experience.

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KITCHENS l BATHROOMS l BEDROOMS l HOME STUDIES Over the past 30 years Merilyn has been harnessing her skills and resources to bring innovative and inspirational designs to her clients. Her vast experience ranges from one-off pieces to whole house projects. Merilyn’s unrivalled passion and ability to understand her clients’ needs and aspirations is a breath of fresh air BESPOKE LIFESTYLE INNOVATIVE INTERIORS

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