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With the prospect of summer holidays, it’s always achallenge to keep the kids out of mischief or fromvegetating in front of the computer and TV.Children are instinctively fascinated by the wonders of plants, nature andwildlife. Once introduced to these marvels in a fun and interactive way, it willoccupy them for hours.

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whether you are grieving forthe loss of a friend or a familymember, organising a funeralcan be a stressful and daunt-ing task.Barringtons IndependentFuneral Services is a family-run business based inWaterloo and has been helpingfamilies through this difficulttime, offering expert guidanceand advice, since 1949.The company provides arange of funeral servicesincluding pre-paid funeralswhich are offered through theNational Association ofFuneral Directors’ PerfectChoice scheme.Thinking about your ownfuneral is never an easy thingto do, but planning ahead canbring real peace of mind andfinancial security. It allows youas much control as you wish,and relieves the burden onyour family and friends.You can choose a simple planwhere you just select thecoffin, transport and type ofservice, or you can decide onevery detail including the typeof music and readings. You canpay either in a lump sum or inmonthly instalments and yourpre-paid funeral plan will alsoinclude paying for the funeral

director’s services andexpertise, which will ensurethat the family aren’t underany extra financial pressureafter you’ve passed away.The majority of funeralcompanies now require adeposit, usually in the regionof £750, which people need tobe aware of before engagingtheir services. However, if youhave a funeral plan there is noneed for this, as all the costsare already covered.Barringtons has built anenviable reputation for itsflexible and sympatheticapproach, reliable service andcommitment to quality.Owner David Barrington, thesecond generation of the

Barrington family to work inthe business, said: “The waywe do funerals is very family-orientated – we take a caring,friendly and personalisedapproach to help familiescelebrate the life of a loved onein whatever way they feelappropriate – this could bewith a full traditional service,non-religious ceremony, aneco-friendly coffin or even amotorcycle hearse.”● Located on Crosby NorthRoad, Barringtons’ servicescover all of Liverpool andMerseyside. Find out more atwww.barringtonsfunerals.co.uk or by telephoning Davidon 0151 928 1625.

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ASsomething that com-pletes every room inour homes, choosing

the right flooring is a big de-cision, which is why a visit tothe Formby Flooring Centre isessential.Having just moved to newpremises (formerly FormbyPrams) on Three Tuns Lane,the shop has been serving thepeople of Formby for around18 years, so you can restassured of an expert serviceproviding top quality products.Owned by Brian Bailey, whomanaged the shop for 10 years,then three years ago took theopportunity to buy the shopfrom the previous owners, hehas a wealth of knowledge andadvice to offer.Formby Flooring Centre hasgone from strength to strengthand as a testament to Brian’shard work the shop has now

moved to a larger premises,100 yards from its previouslocation.The new shop now offers aKarndean showroom with allthe latest technology to helpyou choose your Karndeanflooring.They provide unbelievablechoice, with natural woods,easy-fit laminates and a hugerange of carpets, rugs invarious shapes and sizes, plusthe very latest vinyls.Formby Flooring Centre nowhas more stock and rangesavailable, as well as morecarpet rolls in stock, all in theaim of giving you better valuefor your money.Brian believes he can nowoffer his loyal customers morechoice and value, and with topsuppliers such as Abingdon,Associated Weavers, Cormarand Furlongs, you won’t bedisappointed. Not to mention

the great selection oflaminates and vinyls availablefrom suppliers includingQuickstep, Balterio andArmstrong, to name a few.Whatever your personalstyle, Formby Flooring Centrewill help you chose theflooring that complements theliving space within your home.The new Formby FlooringCentre showroom is a credit toBrian, who has worked hard tosupply his customers withexcellent value and service fortheir loyalty over the years,especially in these hard timeswhen he believes peopledeserve the best for their hard-earned money.● Visit Formby FlooringCentre on Three Tuns Lane,Formby, call 01704 834371 orlog on to www.formbyflooringcentre.co.uk for moreinformation.

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RUSHTONS GardenCentre & Coffee Shophas been run by the

same family, who have beenserving the public for morethan 60 years.The garden centre today isprobably the oldest onMerseyside, and is possibly thelargest grower of beddingplants to the general public inthe North West.It has come a long way sinceits humble beginnings. Thegarden centre was originally afarm where a young WilliamRushton lived with his family.William’s father bought hima greenhouse for his 21stbirthday, so he started to growhis own bedding plants andsell them by the roadside.The business blossomed andis now run by William, hiswife Norma and their eldestson, John.

The garden centre specialisesin horticulture – selling a widerange of trees, shrubs,perennials, bedding plants,wall flowers, fertilisers andmuch more.There is also a smallselection of garden ornaments,but the centre mainlyconcentrates on horticulture.“We stick to what we knowbest,” said Norma.During the summer months,the garden centre is ablazewith colour and filled withdazzling displays of beddingplants, shrubs and hangingbaskets.The team of knowledgeable,green-fingered staff, who arepassionate about plants, areonly too happy to advise youon any gardening matters andhelp you with products youmay need to get your garden toflourish.Over recent years, the family

have branched into catering byopening a coffee shop/restaurant.So after you’ve stocked up oneverything you need for yourgarden, relax and enjoydelicious home-made hot andcold food, from all day break-fasts, soup and sandwiches toSunday roasts, cakes andsnacks.All food is freshly made onsite to a very high standard atcompetitive prices, and thecafe can also accommodateprivate functions for funerals.Make sure you return inDecember for your Christmastrees and holly wreaths, whichare made to order on thepremises.● Visit Rushton's GardenCentre and Coffee Shop atRunnells Lane, Sefton,Liverpool, L23 1TR ortelephone 0151 924 2365 formore information.

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The Carpet Company has it covered!IF you are looking for qual-

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look no further than commer-cial and retail specialist TheCarpet Company, Ormskirk.Renowned for some of thebest prices in the North West,this family-run firm has fastdeveloped a reputation for itsoutstanding customer service,knowledgeable staff andextensive range of carpets,designer flooring, vinyl andlaminate flooring.A carpet fitter by trade,managing director Mattstarted the company in 2006with a strong belief that no-oneknows flooring better thancarpet fitters. So, to ensure allcustomers receive expertadvice from people who reallyunderstand which flooring willwork best for your home, TheCarpet Company doesn’temploy any sales staff.Instead, the Church Streetteam is made up entirely ofexperienced carpet fitters, who– as well as being able toskilfully install your newflooring – are always on handto offer guidance and sharetheir in-depth productknowledge to find flooring thatsuits your individual tastes,home and lifestyle.Matt said: “As a family-runcompany we offer a dedicatedand professional customerservice with a personal touch,using our expertise andexperience to make choosingnew flooring that truly suits

your needs as easy aspossible.”The Carpet Company sourceseverything direct, so you canbe sure you will always getfantastic value for money,whether you’re looking for top-of-the-range Karndeanflooring, an Axminsterdesigner carpet, a moderncushion floor or a bargain roll-end carpet.Renowned for its hugelycompetitive prices, thecompany always has a widearray of special offers tochoose from, and right now thestore has some great dealsavailable on vinyl flooringwith built-in sound reducingunderlay – which has beenmassively reduced from £36 tojust £13.75 per square metre.The specialist flooring firmhas a range of other incentivesavailable, including wholehouse discount offers.For added convenience, thefriendly and helpful team canalso take away your old carpetfree of charge and move anyfurniture as and whenrequired at no extra charge.So, whether you are lookingto improve your home withsumptuous new carpet,contemporary laminateflooring, or need professionaladvice, give The CarpetCompany a try.● Visit The Carpet Company,22a Church Street, Ormskirk,(access via Stiles car park),call 01695 578 555, or log onto www.thecarpetcompanyltd.co.uk. ● The Carpet Company, Ormskirk

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Breens is a long-established and flourishing firm ofsolicitors. With offices in Southport and Waterloo,Breens is well placed to serve the Merseyside andLancashire regions but also attracts clients fromother areas of England and Wales.

Managing Partner Stephen Breen has worked to builda practice where the values of the ‘family solicitor’ ofdays gone by have merged seamlessly into the modernday services expected in the 21st century. “The legalprofession has seen dramatic change in thelast two decades. At Breens we strive to build andmaintain long-term relationships with all our clients so

that they have the confidence to turn tous, whatever their legal dilemma,”he explains.

Breens’ client care programme lies atthe heart of the firm’s ethos and itslarge number of long-standing clientsis testimony to the success of thisapproach. Stephen Breen has built upa strong team of highly experiencedsolicitors to help deliver his vision of afull service legal practice whereclients’ wellbeing comes first. Hissenior team comprises Kirsty McKno,who specialises in accident and injury,Sarah Charnley who specialises inprobate and wills (known at Breens asLater Life Planning, Ruth Higham, whoheads up the family and relationshipsteam and Sandra Law, who looks afterconveyancing. Stephen himself specialisesin commercial law and civil litigation.

The firm holds the Law SocietyAccreditation Lexcel, representingexcellence in all areas of PracticeManagement. This is reflected in thefirm’s commitment to training anddevelopment, with Breens holding theInvestors In People standard since

1995. The firm has also invested in InformationTechnology which facilitates easier and speedierdealings in all client related matters.

One particular area where new IT provides tangiblebenefits for clients is Breens’ sophisticated casemanagement system, which allows clients who aremoving home to track progress on-line.“As moving home is considered as one ofthe most stressful of life’s experiences, anysystem which eases the passage ofinformation is warmly welcomed byclients,” says Sandra Law.

Bereavement requires a compassionateand discreet service and understandingof the deeply personal nature of suchevents. “For example, someone sufferinga bereavement may not have visited asolicitor for 15 years and then is facedwith an unfamiliar situation in verydistressing circumstances. Our aim is tosupport them through very difficultcircumstances,” explains Sarah Charnley

Divorce can cause immense heartache.“Many clients come to us seeking adivorce but often there are many otherissues to take into consideration. Our jobis to take the strain out of these verystressful circumstances and achieveresolution as speedily and as amicablyas possible,” says Ruth Higham.

Litigation in relation to accident or injuryis an area of law that has growntremendously in the last 10 to 15 yearsand Breens now has a nationallyrecognised team. “If you have suffered an accidentwhich was not your fault at work, in a car accident oras a result of slipping or tripping on the street andhave suffered an injury, we can work with you on a‘no win, no fee’ basis to help you make a claim forcompensation,” explains Kirsty McKno.

Stephen and his team are dedicated to offeringa truly professional, all-encompassing legal service.If you would like to know more about how they can bealongside you through life in matters legal, thenplease call the Southport or Waterloo teams on01704 532890 or 0151 928 6544.

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The quality is clearTHE question is not

whether you can affordto improve your home,

but whether you can affordNOT to?With more people than everdeciding to stay put andimprove their homes, therehas never been a better time tothink about making somerenovations to your home.But who can you trust to dothe work for you? This iswhere Lancashire Glass andBuilding comes in. Havingbeen in business for 38 years,the company has built up anenviable reputation foroffering high quality glass,glazing and building works atvalue-for-money prices.All their products have beenrigorously tested andeverything Lancashire Glassand Building installs carrieseither their own guarantee or,where appropriate, aninsurance-backed guarantee,giving customers completepeace of mind that their homeimprovements are in thehands of true professionals.In addition, the company isregistered with theprofessional glazing body,FENSA.From safe and securewindows, custom-made for youwith the ultimate in multi-point locking systems andshootbolts, to high securityPVCu and composite doors,Lancashire Glass and Buildinghas a fantastic range forcustomers to choose from.But the service doesn’t endthere. As well as windows anddoors, the company also

specialises in buildingconservatories and porches, inevery style, to suit a widevariety of tastes and budgets.All conservatories are fullyinsulated, helping to ensurethat you can use it all yearround, and the company usesall the latest materials andglazing.There is a fantastic range ofconservatories on display inthe showroom, helping toinspire customers, and helpfuland experienced staff arealways on hand to advise onall aspects of building yourconservatory.Free quotations are availableand customers are under noobligation to buy.The company’s reputationspeaks for itself and it hasundertaken a number ofhighly successful buildingprojects for local schools andis proud to be a specified

installer for Sefton Council.Thousands of satisfiedcustomers can’t be wrong.Here are just a few comments:

“I was very impressed. Thewhole process was extremelyefficient. The fitters wereoutstanding, the prices werecompetitive and I wouldrecommend the company toanyone.”

“We were more than satisfiedwith all aspects of the job fromstart to finish and will useLancashire Glass and Buildingagain without hesitation.”

“Should I require a productor service that LancashireGlass and Building provides,then I’d be happy to use themagain. I was very satisfied withthe whole package, theshowroom and thehelpfulness.”● For more informationcontact Lancashire Glass andBuilding on 01704 533 888.

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ORGANISING a funeralcan be a traumatic andstressful task, espe-

cially when emotions are run-ning high.Most people choose toentrust the arrangements to aprofessional funeral director,who will help you organise thefuneral and take care of thepractical arrangements.Established 60 years ago, HPorter funeral directors,prides itself on helping youthrough this difficult time –expertly guiding you throughthe practicalities of a loss,such as registering the death,answering any questions youmay have and helping to easethe burden on the family.H Porter is a real traditionalbusiness and Gary Johnson,funeral director, is a thirdgeneration family member.It was originally establishedby Harry Porter, who built upa reputation for providing afriendly, professional anddedicated service.His daughter Joyce laterjoined the business and nowher son Gary is a funeraldirector, having joined thefirm at the age of 16.With years of knowledge andexperience, passed down fromhis relatives, Gary and theteam are experts in guiding

families through every step oftheir loved ones' funeralarrangements.All staff are trained toprovide a personal, caring andsympathetic service, cateringfor all denominations andensuring that every funeralthey conduct is an appropriatetribute.As well as the traditionalfuneral service, the businessalso offers pre-paid funeralplans, which are becomingincreasingly popular as theyallow you to arrange and payfor your funeral in advance.This gives you real peace ofmind, knowing that when thetime comes, all your arrange-ments will have been made to

your specific wishes and therewill be no bill left to pay.The premises at 115-117Norwood Road, Southportoffers a private arrangingroom, where families can meetstaff to discuss their funeralplans.Alternatively, Gary and theteam will visit families athome if they prefer, and willtravel to any area.As well as arranging thefuneral service, the firm canalso provide fitting memorials.● For an attentive anddedicated service that youcan trust, turn to H Porter.For further informationtelephone 01704 532902.

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nowhere is more committedto this than MoorgateNursery School and Children’sCentre.Unique to West Lancashire,it is the only LancashireEducation Authority nurseryschool and so the children arelearning through their playevery day with experiencedteachers and nursery nurses.As well as offering excellentresources, the centre stands inbeautiful gardens, which helpto provide the idealenvironment for children tohave fun whilst they learn.And Moorgate’s commitmentto excellence hasn’t goneunnoticed. A recent Ofstedinspection found the school tobe ‘outstanding’ in all areas ofits provision.Moorgate gives childrengreat foundations for futurelearning and the childrenmove on from the nurseryschool to primary schoolsacross Ormskirk, Aughton andthe surrounding areas.There are still some nurseryplaces available for September2009 so it is well worth gettingin touch.Working alongside thenursery school is TheChildren’s Centre, which

serves Ormskirk and thesurrounding rural areas.Here, all sorts of help,support and advice are onoffer to families with childrenunder the age of five, both atMoorgate and at venues acrossthe area.The centre provides babymassage, advice on localchildcare, individual familysupport, fun family activitiesin the school holidays, toddlergroups, musical and messygroups and sporty activities toname just a few.And what is even better isthat all these activities arefree!There is also Munchkins atMoorgate, offering flexiblechildcare at competitive ratesfor any child aged three andover, between 8 am and 6 pmduring school term times.Munchkins runs special

groups and party nights,including dance, football andcooking, so keep an eye out forup and coming events.Moorgate Nursery Schooland Children’s Centre is abusy place with lots ofenjoyable activities for youngchildren and their families tohelp them grow and developtogether. All of the activitiesare built on the Early YearsFoundation Stage and cater forindividual children’s needs.The staff are all enthusiasticand committed to helping thechildren have the best start inlife.To find out more, join in thefun and games at the MoorgateFun Day, being held on July 11between 11am and 2pm. All arewelcome.● For more informationtelephone 01695 573 470.

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LOOKING to entertainyour little ones this sum-mer? A day out at the

award-winning Farmer Ted’sFarm Park is a must.Farmer Ted's is aninteractive children's activitypark, sited on a working farmin the huge grounds of WorrallHouse Farm, within theLancashire countryside.The family-run attraction iscelebrating its sixth birthdaythis year, and is so popular ithas been recognised with anumber of local and nationalawards, picking up the2009/2010 award for Best SmallVisitor Attraction forLancashire and National FarmAttraction 2009.The Farm also received aprestige award for itsFarmageddon Halloweeninteractive haunted experiencefrom Blackpool andLancashire Tourist Board.During the summer, FarmTed’s provides fun for thewhole family. Take a journeyround the farm and meetLarry the llama and Molly theshire horse, not to mentionplenty of cows, sheep, hens,Shetland ponies – and you caneven spot a pair of waterbuffalo splashing about!A huge animal barn is hometo pigs, goats, lambs, chicks,ferrets and guinea pigs, andthe farm is also developing aMini Beast Centre where youcan get up close and personalto lots of creepy crawlies, froma boa constrictor, tarantulaand scorpions to giant snailsand Madagascan hissing

cockroaches!You can explore the fields bytractor, and hop on the 100ft-long quad barrel-train ride.There’s also a 400m-long fieldtrail where you can learn moreabout nature.Farmer Ted's also specialisesin providing educational daytrips for the North West'sschools, teaching the childrenabout farming, animals andfood. And afterwards they canlet off steam in the adventureplay area. Set in a two-acrefield there’s swings, pedal go-karts, a huge spider’s web toget tangled up in and Charliethe Combine climbing frame.It’s a great attraction to takethe kids, whatever the weather,as Farmer Ted’s boasts hugefarm sheds providing indoorplay areas to explore includingan undercover sandpit.Meanwhile, parents can relaxand enjoy a cuppa and somedelicious home cooking atFarmer Ted’s Grill, where allthe food is freshly prepared.

The Farm’s very own on-sitebutcher, The Farm Larder,supplies locally producedsausages, dry cured bacon,gammon, burgers, award-winning beef and fresh filletsof chicken. The Grill wasrecently accredited withRecipe 4 Health status by WestLancashire District Councilfor providing a healthy andbalanced menu.What’s more, you can pick upsome tasty treats in the farmshop – from BBQ products topreserves and spices and freerange eggs.The Farm also caters forchildren’s birthday parties andholds exciting events through-out the year. Check out thewebsite www.farmerteds.comfor more details.● Experience the award-winning Farmer Ted’s FarmPark this summer at WorrallHouse Farm, Downholland.Telephone 0151 526 0002 formore information.

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There’s never been a better time to enjoy a fantasticday out for the whole family at FarmerTed’s Farm Park.At FarmerTed’s our aim is to providea safe environment for families withchildren 0-12 years, although olderchildren are welcome.

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MJ BROOKFIELD

WHEN arranging the funeral of a loved one, youneed to choose a funeral director that you cantrust.You can rely on MJ Brookfield funeral directorsto provide the best possible service as its staffare highly qualified and experienced.Manager, Natalie Lawler and funeral director,Malcolm Sergeant, based at the Southport firm,have many years of experience and have bothpassed the diploma in funeral directing whichwas introduced by the National Association ofFuneral Directors in 1959 to help maintain thehighest standards throughout the funeralprofession.“The diploma took 18 months to complete andis universally acknowledged as the industryGold Standard,” explained Natalie.Before the diploma can be awarded, students areexpected to have a comprehensive knowledge of

the essential duties of a funeral director gainedover a minimum of two years of working withinthe profession.In addition, a candidate must have personallyarranged at least 25 funerals.The qualification covers all aspects of thefuneral service, public health, premises,registration procedures, funeral law, burial atsea, international transportation of humanremains and much more.“I have worked in the funeral industry for 17years and Malcolm has worked here for nineyears, so you can be assured that you willreceive the best possible service,” added Natalie.MJ Brookfield is based at 73-75 ShakespeareStreet, Southport.

For more information telephone 01704532106. The firm also has a funeral home at254 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, telephone01704 550011.

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THE aim of Sunnymede School is to expand the potential of eachchild and to promote the confidence that comes from a sense ofsuccess.Early Years in primary education are of the utmost importance andthe provision of a happy atmosphere and a secureframework within which to develop should not be undervalued.Music and sports play an important part in school life, together withthe opportunity of involvement in Drama and Spoken English.Sunnymede has always been run as a family school. It caters forboys and girls aged from 3 to 11 years, holding fast to valuedtraditions of the past, whilst keeping abreast of current trends andimplementing these as appropriate.Providing high levels of pastoral care as well as exceptionalacademic standards, Sunnymede offers a wide range ofextra-curricular activities to ensure children receive a broadeducation.The school prides itself on its family ethos and throughout thecourse of your child’s education, Sunnymede will work closely withparents to ensure a close association between home and school.

For more information or toarrange a visit contact:Mr. S. Pattinson 01704 568 5934 Westcliffe Road, Birkdale,Southport, PR8 2BN.

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IN the current climatemore and more of us arechoosing to improve our

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Specialising in garageconversions, garden rooms andconservatories, the BedfordRoad-based company has theexpertise to unlock the hiddenspace in your home – withouthaving to take out a secondmortgage.

Owner Gordon Galley said:“Converting your garage canbe one of the most cost-effective ways to create morespace. The average singlegarage is about 150 sq ft, whichin most cases is big enough tocreate a second lounge, aplayroom or study, or even anextra bedroom with en-suite.”

Windowcare offers highlycompetitive, tailor-madepackages so you don’t have tolift a finger. All work isguaranteed for complete peaceof mind, so what are youwaiting for? Get in touch now

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Conservatories and gardenrooms are another great wayto create more space; andWindowcare has a fantasticrange to choose from, inc-luding a selection of budgetconservatories and gardenrooms. So there’s sure to be astyle to suit all tastes andpockets.

A family-run firmestablished 15 years ago,Windowcare has built anenviable reputation over theyears by offering top qualityproducts, fitted by experiencedprofessionals at value formoney prices.

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Windowcare also suppliesand fits windows, doors,porches, fascias, soffits,gutters and down-pipes, andprides itself on being one ofSouthport’s largest stockists ofPVCu.● Call Windowcare on 01704562 953, log ontowww.window-care.co.uk orvisit Windowcare, 29aBedford Road, Southport.Alternatively, visitWindowcare’s showrooms atVincents Garden Centre andDobbies Garden Centre.

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Are you confused about digital?Y OU’VE probably heard

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that’s happening this year.But, like a great manypeople, you might have beenwondering just what the digit-al switchover is and what itwill mean to you.The digital switchover is thebiggest thing to happen to TVsince the introduction ofcolour.On November 4, 2009,television in the Granadaregion will begin switchingover to digital and theanalogue transmitters willstart to be switched off.This will affect any devicethat is already set up fordigital, such as newtelevisions, set-top boxes andDVD recorders.You need to make sure thatyou’re prepared for theswitchover before it happens.The best way to do this is tocall in and see the experts ateither P&A Audio, LiverpoolRoad, Crosby; or Southport Hi-Fi, Princes Street, Southport.Don’t worry about it though,the guys at P&A Audio andSouthport Hi-Fi will be able toexplain everything to you andtake you through the simplechanges required to updateyour television for theswitchover.Alternatively, for a smallcharge, a member of staff cancall out and make sure you’reset up properly to receivedigital television.With 36 years’ experience inthe industry, P&A Audio andSouthport Hi-Fi can cater forall your home entertainmentneeds.From a simple DVD playerthrough to a high-end hometheatre system, you need look

no further.What makes the businessspecial is the level of customerservice and attention to detailprovided, which is different towhen buying from an out-of-town retailer or online.For 30 years, P&A Audio andSouthport Hi-Fi have beenmain dealers for Bose, one ofthe world’s leading brandnames in home entertainmentand multi-room systems.Alongside this, P&A Audioand Southport Hi-Fi haveintroduced Sonos, which at thetouch of a button can wire-lessly stream music all overyour house.All of this can beprofessionally installed byP&A Audio and Southport Hi-Fi's dedicated installationteam, who can offer a completesolution from initial first-fixwiring and cable routing to thefinal delivery and set-up ofyour equipment.For home entertainmentsolutions other than Bose andSonos, P&A Audio andSouthport Hi-Fi stock leadingbrands such as Arcam, Denon,Onkyo and Yamaha, as well assub-woofers from the likes ofREL.Panasonic and JVC are twoof the world’s leadingmanufacturers of digital LCDand plasma TVs, and both ofthese highly-respected brandsare available to view in each ofthe two stores.Together with these, a widerange of furniture and wallbrackets offer unlimitedchoices to suit your require-ments.The two stores are proud tobe exclusive stockists in theMerseyside area of someoutstanding British hi-fiproducts from brands such asArcam, Cyrus, Rega, Roksan,

Monitor Audio and KEF, aswell as many other leadingbrands.There is even an extensiverange of record players fromRega and Project for all youvinyl enthusiasts out there!At both Crosby andSouthport the experiencedand friendly staff provideunrivalled levels of productknowledge and aftersalesservice.Even if you only need a newradio, the company offerslocal delivery and set-up.This kind of customerservice gives you completepeace of mind. Should anyitem ever have a problem, P&AAudio and Southport Hi-Fihave a dedicated servicedepartment.Loan sets will always beoffered if your TV ever needsto leave your home.The commercial arm of thebusiness continues to go fromstrength to strength and is inever-increasing demand frompubs, restaurants, churches,schools, shops and clubs toinstall screens, projectors andsound systems.In this age of rapidly-changing technology, wherecustomers need guidance onthe digital switchover or whaton earth a Blu-ray is, beforeyou think of going anywhereelse you really should checkout P&A Audio on LiverpoolRoad in Crosby or SouthportHi-Fi on Princes Street inSouthport for some expertadvice.● Contact P&A Audio, 98Liverpool Road, Crosby, L235TG, tel: 0151 924 7287, orSouthport Hi-Fi, 8 PrincesStreet, Southport, PR8 1EZ,tel: 01704 536901.

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MOISTERS

MOISTERS of Southport has been serving thecommunity with dignity and discretion for over50 years.The trusted firm of funeral directors wasestablished by the Moister family in the 1950s at25A Sefton Street and was taken over in theearly 1960s by Tony Jolly and his team of staff.Tony retired in 1996 leaving his dedicated teamof staff to continue the good work.The longest serving member of staff is JoeTrees, funeral co-ordinator, who has been withMoisters since 1971.He has seen many changes over the years,especially in the early 1980s when the businesspremises was expanded to provide the mostmodern amenities and the most advancedmortuary facilities in the area.Following the success of the expansion of thehead office on Sefton Street, it was felt thatMoisters needed to branch out within theSouthport area.In 1986, the company opened a funeral home,situated at 8 Marshside Road. This provided aservice to the local community, saving time,travel and unnecessary expense for clients.The following year, they provided the sameamenities for the Ainsdale area, opening anotherlocal funeral home at 8 Station Road.Moisters continues to provide a value for moneyservice to the bereaved through a quality servicedelivered by a trained team who has a wealth ofexperience.The head office administration staff have shownlong term commitment to the company withSheelah Bowers having 23 years service and

Carole Buck having 22 years service.Sylvia Cafferkey, at the Ainsdale Funeral Homehas been with company for 22 years and CarolCarr and Pat Andrews at the ChurchtownFuneral Home have 12 years and 11 yearsservice respectively.The committed funeral directors also have manyyears’ service with the company with FredBirtles having worked there for 12 years andAlan Rimmer for eight years.Meanwhile, funeral operatives Geoff Carr andMartin Abram have worked with the firm for 19years and 10 year respectively.Ed Bywater, Frank Dowie, Jim Forshaw andGeoff Archer, who are responsible for drivingthe fleet of hearses and limousines have alsogiven years of loyal service.When you choose a funeral director, it’scomforting to know that you are dealing withsuch experienced professionals and will betreated with courtesy and discretion whilst all thearrangements will be made with the utmostefficiency and dignity.Moisters also offers guaranteed pre-paidpre-arranged funeral plans and a fullmonumental service.

For more information, contact Moisters HeadOffice on 01704 501501 or Churchtown01704 227430 or Ainsdale 01704 575282.

LEADERS in their field,West Lancs GarageDoors Ltd is celebrating yet another year ofsuccessful business.

Established over 18 years ago, the family run firmis one of the largest and most respected garagedoor fitters in the area and has recently expandedto cope with its high volume of orders.

An efficient and reliable company, West LancsGarage Doors Ltd prides itself on offeringexcellent customer service - from start to finish -and with dozens of garage doors to choosebetween, it’s no surprise the business serveshundreds of satisfied customers every year.

Gary Heaton, owner of West Lancs Garage DoorsLtd, said: “We promise to beat an like-for-likequote, so instead of paying showroom prices whynot find out what we can do?”

Boasting everything from steel and timber toroller doors, there are a wide variety of styles andmaterials to choose from. The company alsooffers a great range of low maintenance, glassreinforced polyester (GRP) garage doors,ensuring that there are styles to suit all homes.

What’s more, West Lancs Garage Doors Ltd is aspecialist fitter for Nice UK remote controlleddoors and operates a strict ‘no hard sell’ policy.The firm even offers a full repair service, so ifyou need to fix your lock or rectify damageddoors the company are on hand to help.

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Experience the authentic taste of ItalyEXPERIENCE the fine tastes

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Situated off Seabank Road, thiswell-established, family-friendlyrestaurant provides a deliciousselection of Italian cuisine, freshlyprepared so you can savour theexcellent combination of flavours.Owned and run by the Faustofamily, Trattoria O’Sole Mio hasdeveloped an excellent reputationamong its many loyal customers,which is why it’s stood the test oftime.The menu offers a wide choice tosuit all tastes, from starters such asdelicious breaded whitebait to maincourses including home-madecannelloni or lasagne, a selection ofpasta dishes, as well as a variety ofpizzas.In addition to the fine Italiandishes available, the restaurant alsoprovides a number of Europeandishes for you to choose from, suchas grilled salmon/swordfish,peppered steak and chicken in acreamy tomato and chilli sauce, toname a few.Owner Boris Fausto has ensured,as well as cuisine to tantalise yourtastebuds, that Trattoria O’Sole Mioprovides dishes to suit everyone’sbudget, so has a number of offers foryou to take advantage of:● One great lunchtime currentoffer is one pizza, pasta or risottocourse for just £3.50, or two coursesfor £5, between noon and 2pmThursday to Saturday, and Sundaynoon to 3pm, so treat yourself thislunch time!● If it’s an evening offer you’reafter, then the restaurant doesn’tdisappoint, with a three course meal

available for £8.95 Tuesday toThursday, plus Friday and Saturdaylunchtime and all day Sunday.● There is also Tuesday andWednesday madness, with the firstround of drinks free with your meal(single drinks only).● Thursdays from 5pm to 10pmthere is an excellent 10% off yourbill with any menu, and the sameoffer applies Sunday from 3pm to9pm.● Or, from 5pm to before 7.30pm onFriday and Saturday, you can enjoya three course meal for only £9.95.● There is also a special weekendoffer from the a la carte menu,Friday and Saturday from 7.30pm to10pm, where you can get a threecourse meal for just £14(supplements might apply).● Plus, if you have the childrenwith you, then they’re happilycatered for too, as under 10s canenjoy three courses for just £6.95.Having a big bar area and thecapacity to seat around 140 people,Trattoria O’Sole Mio is perfect forthose large family functions –whether it’s a birthday, engagementor wedding celebration, it’s sure tobe a great occasion.The restaurant is open Tuesdayand Wednesday from 5pm to 10pm;Thursday to Saturday from noon to2pm then 5pm to 10pm, as well asSunday from noon to 9pm.● Visit Trattoria O’Sole Mio, 1Avondale Road, Southport, call01704 501120 to make a booking,or log on towww.trattoriaosolemio.co.uk formore details.● Menus and offers are valid untilthe end of November.

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LUNCHTIME MENUThurs-Fri-Sat 12.00-2.00pm. Sunday 12.00-3.00pm1 Course Meal £3.50 Selection of Pasta, pizza and RisottiScelta Vegetarian - Vegetarian ChoicesSpaghetti Amatriciana - with Italian bacon in tomato sauceSpaghetti Bolognese - with minced meat in tomato sauceTagliatelle Sfiziosa - with ham & mushrooms in white saucePenne Calabrese - with spicy salami, chilli in pink saucePenne Mafiosa - minced meat and aubergines in tomato sauceLinguine Seafood - mixed seafood in cherry tomato sauceLinguine Pizzaiola - strips of meat, garlic and herbs in tomato saucePizza Tonno & Gamberi - tomato, cheese, tuna and prawnsPizza Romana - tomato, cheese, mushrooms and hamPizza Hawaii - cheese, pineapple and sweet cornPizza Salami - tomato, cheese, salami and spicy sausageRisotto Mare e Monti - with prawns, mushrooms in pink sauceRisotto Campagnola - strips of chicken, mixed vegetable in white saucePasta Fresca - home made pasta2 Course Meal £5.00 Selection of Starters and Main Course

StartersGarlic Mushrooms - Deep fried MozzorellaTuna and Bean Salad - Home Chicken PâtéDeep fried Squid - Soup of the DayPrawn Cocktail - Barbecue RibsSeasonal Melon - Chicken Livers

Main CoursesVariety of Pasta - Sirloin Steak £4.00 extraChoice of Omelette - Selection of PizzaFish of the Day - Chicken with mushroom sauceChicken Stroganoff - Roast of the DaySelection of Risotto - Vegetarian availableFresh Pasta of the day - Chicken with tomato and chilly sauce

TABLE D’HOTE3 Course Meal £8.95 - Tues and Wed 5.00-10.00pm, Thurs 12.00-2.00pm &5.00-10.00pm, Fri & Sat 12.00-2.00pm, Sunday 12.00-9.00pm3 Course Meal £9.95 - Friday and Saturday before 7.30pm

StartersTuna and Beans SaladSoup of the DayPrawn Cocktail in Marie Rose SauceDeep Fried Mozzarella with Cranberry SauceDeep Fried SquidSeasonal Melon and Parma Hamgrilled Sardines in GarlicSpare Ribs in Barbecue SauceChicken Livers Chilli SauceGarlic Mushrooms in Creamy SauceBreaded WhitebaitMussels, Garlic in Creamy SauceBaked Avacado in Tomato and Cheese SauceSpecial Starter of the Day £2.00 extraMain CoursesFish or Roast of the DayLinguine Seafood in Tomato SauceTagliatelle Ham & Mushrooms in white sauceRice with Prawns, Mushrooms in pink sauceRice, Chicken & vegetables in white sauceChicken Fillet, Mushrooms, Salami in white sauceHome made Cannelloni or LasagnaSelection of PizzaSirloin Steak £4.00 extraSpaghetti with Italian Bacon in Tomato sauceVegetarian ChoicesPenne with minced meat, Mushrooms, Peppers in a Tomato & ChilliCream sauceSpaghetti BologneseSpecial Main Course £6.00 extra.All Fish and Meat Main Courses are Served with Sautéed Potatoes and Vegetables

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Olde worlde charmand fabulous foodIF you thought you knew

The Plough Inn inOrmskirk then think

again. Already wellestablished in the area as atraditional, family-friendlypub, not many people knowthat it also offers a deliciouscarvery – every day, all yearround.The meat for the carvery isfreshly prepared and cookedon the premises by a team ofprofessional chefs, and achoice of tasty local veg offersan ideal accompaniment.There is also a fantastic grillmenu and a selection ofspecials available so you reallywill be spoilt for choice.And, if you are looking forvalue for money, then youhave come to the right place.Simply come down to ThePlough Inn on Monday toFriday, between noon and 2pmor 5pm and 9pm, and pay just£5 for one course.Or, if you prefer, you canchoose a starter and a maincourse for £6.45 and, if you arefeeling particularly hungry,try three courses for only£6.95. On a Sunday, a maincourse is available for just£7.95.A classic country pub, set inidyllic rural surroundings,The Plough Inn used to be a

farmhouse and parts of thebuilding are listed, with awealth of original featureshelping to create a trulyauthentic ‘olde worlde’experience.The outside play area ispopular with children andparents alike and the beergarden and patio area providea delightful outside setting in

which to enjoy a refreshingpint or a chilled glass of wineon a warm summer evening.● Serving a mouth wateringcarvery every day until8.30pm, why not give ThePlough Inn a try? Situated onSpa Lane, in Lathom,Ormskirk, look out for thesign or telephone 01695 722322 to make a booking.

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FOR a friendly atmo-sphere, delicious foodand superb choice of

drinks, look no further thanThe Pageant in Southport.A family-friendly pub, ThePageant on Folkestone Road isowned and run by husbandand wife team Phil and JayneRayment, and whether youfancy a relaxing pint or a mealwith the family, you'll find awarm welcome awaits.Inside, the charming pub hasa cosy, traditional atmosphere,and in addition to its excellentrange of drinks, The Pageantis renowned for its entertain-ment and outstandingreputation for high-qualityfood.Phil, who is also ThePageant's head chef, boastsmore than 28 years' restaurantexperience and has expertlycreated a range of mouth-watering lunch and a la cartemenus, available throughoutthe week.A combination of pubclassics and modern, inter-national cuisine, the deliciousmenus are changed on aweekly basis and as well as adaily specials board, a two-course evening special for just£10.95 (Tuesday to Thursday)and a Steak Night everyTuesday, The Pageant also hasan extremely popular Sunday

lunch menu.Each meal is freshlyprepared on The Pageant'spremises and the pub uses thefinest local produce to ensurethe highest quality. Fromsucculent mixed grills andKleftico Greek-style lamb totasty paninis and jacketpotatoes, The Pageant hassomething to suit every tasteand appetite.In addition, the pub also hastwo fantastic beer gardens, notto mention a fantastic line-up

of entertainment with a quiznight every Tuesday evening,disco and karaoke night eachFriday and live entertainmenton selected Saturdays through-out the year.Open seven days a week, ThePageant serves food fromnoon-2.30pm and 5.30pm-9pmTuesday to Friday, noon-9pmon Saturday and noon-6pm onSunday.● For more details call ThePageant on 01704 544629 orvisit www.thepageant.co.uk.

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Carvery available Monday - Fridayfrom 12 - 2pm and 5pm - 9pm

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Full Grillmenu alsoavailable

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TWO COURSE EVENING SPECIALChoose a Starter and a Main Course or Main Course and a Dessert

STARTERSoup of the Day served with crusty bread

Mussells in MariniereMushrooms in a Garlic and Cream Sauce

Crispy Shredded Duck Salad in hoisin sauceFilo King Prawns with a Sweet Chilli Dip

MAIN COURSE*oz Rump Steak Served with a choice of potatoes and fresh vegetables

Salmon Marinated in Lime & Corriander Served with a choice of potatoes and fresh vegetablesChicken Stroganoff with Rice

Lamb Henry in Minted Gravy Served with a choice of potatoes and fresh vegetablesVegetarian Options Lasagne, stroganoff, curry or veg platter

£10.50

Sunday LunchSmall £5.95 Medium £6.95

Large £7.95

Lunchtime Specials from £4.95

Steak NightEvery Tuesday 5.30 - 9.00pm

8oz Rump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£7.95 8oz Sirlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£8.9516oz Rump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£12.95 16oz Sirloin . . . . . . . . . . . . .£13.958oz Ribeye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£8.95 8oz Fillet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . £10.9516oz Ribeye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£18.95 16oz T-Bone . . . . . . . . . . . . .£13.9510oz Salmon Steak . . . . . . . . . . . .£8.95 2x4oz Lamb Steaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .£8.95

All above served with potatoes, tomatoes, onion rings, chips or salad

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Room for fab foodWHETHER you want to

savour Spanishspecialities or

indulge in a three coursemeal, it’s time to experienceRoom 47 in the heart ofOrmskirk.This family-run restaurant isowned by Zoe and MarkKennedy, who, three years ago,transformed this restaurant into a tapas/bistro, serving adelicious selection of dishes.And, with Mark as the chef,along with Zoe’s brother,Wesley, the family arededicated to ensuring you havean excellent dining experience,with fine service and freshfood.Offering 40 different tapasdishes, as well as a bistromenu serving up such mouth-watering meals such as saltand pepper pork and home-made meatballs for starters, or

for main courses rib-eye steakand grilled salmon, you’ll bespoilt for choice.“Running a tapas restaurantis something we alwayswanted to do,” said Zoe. “I lovethe idea of having plenty ofdifferent dishes that you get toshare and taste with friends orfamily. You have the chance toenjoy more flavours anddiscover your favourite.”Set in modern yet friendlysurroundings, with woodenfloors, leather furniture, spotlighting and artwork adorningthe walls, Room 47 is idealwhether you fancy a quicklunch with the family or aromantic meal with yourpartner.As well as enticing you inwith succulent cuisine, Room47 has some great offers, givingyou value for money.Sunday and Monday evening

you can dine on two coursesfor just £10, which includessteak dishes. Alternatively, ona Thursday evening, you canenjoy three courses from thepizza/pasta menu for £10.Or, if you’re after an earlytreat then try the daily ‘happyhour’ from 5pm to 6pm, youcan get any pizza or two tapasfor only £4.95.The restaurant also boasts anextensive children’s menu, andoffers three courses for theprice of the main meal.Open Monday to Saturday forlunch from noon to 2pm;Monday to Thursday 5pm to9.30pm; Friday and Saturday5pm to 10pm and Sunday 4pmto 9pm.● Visit Room 47, with itsown large car park, 47 DerbyStreet, Ormskirk or call01695 572555 to book atable.

● Room47, DerbyStreet,Ormskirkserves aselection ofdeliciousdishes

IF you want to travel instyle and comfort, giveMD Travel a call.

The Southport company isMerseyside’s number onelimousine, airport andexecutive hire business andhas a fleet of luxury vehicles tosuit all occasions, whether youwant to celebrate your 21stbirthday, have an importantbusiness meeting or are takinga trip to a sporting event.All cars are superblypresented, oozing class andluxury, and are fitted withstate of the art, 21st centurytechnology.The company is constantlyupdating its fleet and is theproud owner of a brand new16-seater limo. Companydirector Mike Heybourne said:“MD Travel is always lookingfor something new, and wehave hit the jackpot with thisone. We have acquired a 16-seater Mercedes Nite RiderLimousine. Inside, there arethree bars, two large plasmaTVs, a full laser show,champagne fridge, a cinemasurround sound and muchmore – it has to be seen to bebelieved!”He added: “We are alsooffering a new motorbike taxiservice, and have invested in abrand new Harley DavidsonFat Boy motorbike. It is thesame model that was featuredin The Terminator, and can behired for transport businessexecutives to get to meetingswithout getting stuck intraffic, or simply if you fancy a

ride on the back of a Harley!“We believe we are the firstbusiness in the North West tooffer this service, and werecently transported a groomto his wedding on one! ”MD Travel has a wide rangeof vehicles to suit your needs –from saloon cars to minibuses.It offers an airport shuttleservice to all major airports,and has air conditioned luxurycoaches available for coachexcursions throughout the UKand Europe.If you are looking to make anentrance before a big nightout, why not hire one of theBeverley Hills-style limousinesto share with friends?For a touch of class, chooseto travel in the Porsche Kianneor a Ford Excursion – whichare kitted out with plasmaTVs, DVD/CD players, leatherseats, mood lighting and a bar/privacy divider.For a bit for fun, a birthdayparty for children, or a stag orhen night, why not opt for one

of the novelty vehicles?For a truly amazing ride, hopon the Big Red MonsterLimousine, a custom-built 20fttruck, which Mike claims isthe biggest in the UK.The truck is fitted with thevery latest in Dolby Pro Logicsound equipment, a 50-inchplasma screen, seven LCDscreens, surround sound,strobe and laser lights, adancing pole, and DVD/CDplayer so you can watch anddance to the latest musicvideos. It also boasts achampagne bar, and a freebottle of bubbly will beprovided for your journey.There’s also an Americanpolice limo and fire engines –always a hit with the kids!Whatever the occasion, MDTravel has the perfect vehiclefor you, offering competitiverates with smartly dressed,polite drivers.● Call MD Travel on 01704211555.

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Telephone: 01695 572555Open Monday - Saturday, Lunch 12 noon - 2pm. Evenings from 5pm. Sunday from 4pm

2 COURSE DINNER

StartersChicken Quesadillas

Flour tortilla filled with cajun spiced chicken, onions, cheese and grilled.Served with salsa, sour cream and guacamole

Homemade Meat BallsCooked in spicy tomato sauce with peppers and onions

Soup of the DayHomemade with a warmed bread roll

Hoi Sin Duck Spring RollsWith hoi sin dipping sauce

Goats Cheese BruschettaToasted ciabatta, rubbed with garlic, topped with spinach leaves, cherry

tomatoes and goats cheese, drizzled with red pesto dressing

Homemade Smoked Mackerel FishcakesSet on sweet chilli sauce

Black Pudding CrostiniTopped with caramelised onion

Salt & Pepper PorkSet on pan fried lettuce and bean sprouts with a touch of hoi sin sauce

CalamariFlash fried with homemade tartar sauce

Homemade Chicken Liver PatéWith hot toast and red onion chutney

Mains8oz Sirloin/Rib Eye Steak

Plain grilled with homemade onion rings and fried mushroomsor with a choice of diane or peppercorn sauce

Grilled SalmonSet on vegetable, chilli noodles

Beef StroganoffSet on egg noodles (vegetarian option available)

Fish and ChipsWith mushy peas

Grilled Chicken BreastSet on black pudding with rich red wine gravy

Fresh vegetables and potatoes served where appropriate

All Night Sunday & Monday£10.00 per person

EVERYTHURSDAYEVENING

HAPPYHOUR

ALL PIZZAS OR2 TAPAS£4.95*

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Romance Restaurant Boat Based at TheWaters Edge, Mill Lane, Appley Bridge, Wigan(Junction 27 on the M6)

DINING tranquillity, picturesque surroundings, good home cooked food, ifany of this is making your mouth water, then look no further than RomanceRestaurant Boat.There are many superlatives to describe my outing on the Leeds / LiverpoolCanal, different, memorable and exclusive to name but a few.We arrived at the bank of the canal in Appley Bridge on a glorious Sundayafternoon after being invited down to sample a taste of what Romance had tooffer.Owner Roger Bush has taken a lot of care and consideration in the detail of therestaurant boat and the end product is quality venue with that added quirkyinterest.We set out fromAppley Bridge with the aromas of our Sunday lunch driftingdown the barge: the first course was a delicious bowl of vegetable soup servedwith butter and a crusty roll.The atmosphere was extremely relaxed and Roger is an exceedingly friendly andinformative host. There is also a chance to participate actively in the cruise if youhappen to come upon a lock or two, which is a welcome novelty for any

passenger.We were gently cruising in the direction of Parbold taking in the scenery as wewere served our main course of Beef roast dinner, including all the seasonaltrimmings.The restaurant boat has an extensive menu and the set menus are tailored toprovide meals that are popular with everyone who dines, this makes for a smoothservice from the kitchen and an excellent team of staff helps this along as well.The roast meats are very popular and it’s not difficult to see why!We moored for a while in Parbold to take in the sights of the old mill and the restof the beautiful village before making our way back in the direction of AppleyBridge. On the return journey we were offered a selection of desserts from StickyToffee Pudding with Custard and Jam Roly Poly to Cheesecake and Fresh Fruitwith Cream. The staff on board was attentive and friendly, couple this with greatfood and views that you can’t buy and you’ve got yourself a first class meal out.One happy customer said, “We all had a lovely day and my dad had a great timeon his birthday, I think helping with the locks made his day.”The boat is lovely and the food was just fantastic, the whole package is ideal, sorelaxing and the sunny weather arrived right on time”.We were thrilled to be invited to sample an afternoon out with the RomanceCrew and the restaurant boat should be your first choice for your specialoccasions or just an afternoon with a difference.

01257 421804Bookings ring: www.wiganboats.co.uk

£33.003 hour Cruise plus 3 course meal

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IF you’re looking to savour contemporary Britishcuisine whilst sipping a made-to-order cocktail insumptuous surroundings, look no further than therenowned Cinnamon Bar and Lounge, Southport.

Opened in September last year, the upmarket barand lounge has recently undergone a glamorousrevamp to its lounge area, to create a newoutdoors barbecue and smoking area.The ideal place to enjoy the summer sun, the barwill use the new area to hold regular barbecueparties on weekends.The upstairs function room, which is available tohire for parties of up to 60 people, was also givena new look during the upgrade.Owner, Karen, said: “The new smoking andbarbecue area really enhances what the bar has tooffer now that summer’s here. It’s not only greatfor barbecues, but a lovely place for customers torelax and enjoy a drink outside, away from themain street.”Serving home-made British cuisine with a strongemphasis on locally sourced ingredients, the

Cinnamon Bar and Lounge has something on themenu to suit all tastes.

Food is served throughout the day and evening.Breakfast is also available during the summermonths.Complementing the impressive menu, anextensive array of drinks is offered at the bar,including specially sourced wines, made-to-ordercocktails, spirits, coffees and more.Aimed at over 25s, the bar has live entertainmentavailable on weekends, with a selection of RatPack style vocalists and pianists performing onFriday nights and a resident DJ on Saturdaynights.Cinnamon Bar and Lounge is part of theSouthport Restaurant Association and a memberof Hi-Life.

For more information call 01704 536 926 orvisit Cinnamon Bar and Lounge, 13-17Scarisbrick Avenue, Southport.

IF a night of good food and great entertainment iswhat you’re looking for, then your search is over.For an unbeatable dining experience in a relaxing,stylish and welcoming atmosphere then look nofurther than Rueters Wine Bar and Brasserie,Hoghton Street, Southport.Owned by Rob and Alison Smallman, thisfantastic venue has something for everyone.The week is full of variety, for example, onMonday it’s Burger Night. Here you have a choiceof homemade burgers using only the finestingredients for just £4.95, which includes a pint ofbeer or a glass of wine.Tuesday it’s half price steak night and onWednesday, why not try the two for one pizzadeal and Karaoke night?Thursday is the ever-popular curry night, whereyou can choose from a selection of curries plus apint or glass of wine for just £4.95.Friday and Saturday boast live music and Sunday

you can have a great value, three course Sundayroast for £6.95.In addition, the restaurant seats 70 comfortablyand on a Monday to Thursday you can have a twocourse Table D’Hote meal for £9.95 or threecourses for £11.95 with a free half litre of wineper couple.And if that’s not enough, then why not takeadvantage of Rueters’ monthly tribute nights?Saturday, July 24 hosts a Kylie Minogue tribute -book now to avoid disappointment.Happy hour runs Monday to Friday, 5-8pm withsome fantastic drink offers. And recentlyintroduced for summer, Sunday sees a furtherKaraoke evening with free hotpot supper.So, for a memorable evening, make sure youvisit Rueters Wine Bar and Brasserie.Telephone 01704 501908 for more information.

2 CourseTable d’Hote Menu

£9.95 All NightMonday - Thursday

3 CourseTable d’Hote Menu

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Blindingly beautiful window dressingI F you're searching for

beautiful blinds, excellentcustomer service and long-

term satisfaction, look no fur-ther than Stylish Blinds inOrmskirk.

Conveniently located inOrmskirk town centre (next tothe bus station), Stylish Blindsis an independent, familycompany and specialises insupplying and manufacturinghigh quality blinds.

The elegant showroom onMoor Street is filled witheverything from vertical androller to venetian blinds in avariety of materials – and thestore operates a strict no-high-pressure-sales policy, to ensurethat customers can relax andlook around at their leisure.

The store's friendly approachis a key part of Stylish Blinds'ethos, and owner Mark Weston-Howard, who has years ofindustry experience, takespride in providing a tailored,first-class service for everycustomer.

Mark, said: “We offer onecomplete service from start tofinish. Our friendly staff canarrange an appointment tovisit you in the comfort of yourown home and we provide afree, no obligation measuringand quotation service, as wellas free fitting on all blinds.

“We passionately believe thatour excellent customer serviceis what sets us apart fromother companies and areextremely proud of the manythank you letters that we

receive from happy andsatisfied customers.”

All blinds manufactured byStylish Blinds come with a one-year guarantee and can becustom-made within as little as24 hours.

For added peace of mind,Stylish Blinds is a member ofthe Guild of Master Craftsmen.And, just in case the firm'sextensive choice, friendlyservice and beautiful blindsaren't tempting enough, StylishBlinds also has a fantasticspecial offer on every month.

Mark added: "We buy a rangeof fabrics and componentsdirect from, Stylish Fabrics(UK) Ltd - and this, togetherwith our special offers, is howwe can keep our prices so lowfor both trade and publiccustomers during the creditcrunch. On average, we cansave our customers around£100 on a full house.”

Even better, Stylish Blindsalso promises to beat any like-for-like quote, so why not popin and see what they can do foryou?

Stylish Blinds is open from9am to 5pm Monday to Fridayand 9am to noon on Saturday,or, if you have a query out-of-hours, the firm also has acustomer service phone lineanswered by Mark himselfbetween 5pm and 9pm, sevendays a week.● For further informationvisit Stylish Blinds at 47 MoorStreet, Ormskirk or call 08007312166 or 01695 580006. ● Stylish Blinds, in Ormskirk, specialises in supplying and manufacturing high quality blinds

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Let the experts transform your homeW ITH more

people thanever choosing

to improve rather thanmove, now is the timeto think about makingsome essential repairsand improvements toyour home.Not only will it give youand your family a nicer,more spacious home toenjoy living in, but it willalso add real value to theproperty.This is where profess-ional building expertsAbsolute Builders canhelp.With an abundance ofexperience in all aspectsof building and homeimprovement, AbsoluteBuilders really do offer aone-stop shop foreverything you couldpossibly need to improveand extend your home.From straightforwardrenovations to complexconversions andeverything in-between,Absolute Builders do itall. This includes loft,basement and garageconversions, renovationsand refurbs, kitchens,bathrooms and bed-rooms, insurance work,alterations and exten-sions, and design andbuild projects.So how does it work?Simply give AbsoluteBuilders a call and they

will meet with you todiscuss what you arelooking for. The companyhas its own impressiveinterior design studioand showrooms to helpinspire you, as well as awealth of advice to helpyou with your project.There is no salespressure and notechnical mumbo jumbo.You will get an outlinedesign and approximate,highly competitive,estimate, and once thejob has been confirmed,you can leave the rest tothem. There are nohidden costs or expenses,so you won’t get anynasty surprises.Absolute Builders willtake care of all the paper-work and complicatedplanning permissionsand building regulations,and will get on with thejob quickly and effic-iently.For added peace ofmind, Absolute Buildersoffer a six-year insur-ance-backed warranty onall works and allmaterials used andinstallations conform toBritish Standards.● For more informationon Absolute Buildersand how they could helpto transform your home,telephone Freephone0800 046 9264.

HERE are some com-ments from a few of Ab-solute Builders’ satisfiedcustomers.● “The quality ofworkmanship and speedof the works has brought

about a transformation ina very quick time. Thecourteous and efficientservice has also helpedus to deal with what wasa very stressful situation.In particular I would

thank all the staff whodealt with the insurancecompany on our behalf.”● “Thank you to yourstaff for the works youhave undertaken inrestoring our house.”

Satisfied customers● “What was reallyimpressive is themanner in which youdealt with all aspects ofthe job, from our firsttelephone call rightthrough to moving us

back in.”● “I would recommendyour firm to anybody whohas suffered aninsurance claim on theirhouse or who needsbuilding work doing.”

● With some inspiration and help from Absolute Builders, you can create your dream kitchen and give your bathroom a new lease of life.

21Mediamix Supplement ●Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Splashing out ona perfect gardenHOW does your garden

grow? If your dahliasare looking a bit

dishevelled, your grassdecidedly disorganised andyour pond less thanpresentable, then maybe it istime to pay a visit toFinnegans Ponds andGardens.

Having been established inthe area for over 20 years, thisfamily-run, owner-builtbusiness has recentlyexpanded into bigger andbetter premises at the oldFreshfield Water Gardens site,helping to further improve theservice it provides itscustomers.

This means that there arenow even more products ondisplay, a greater range ofgoods in stock and even morechoice, making browsing moreenjoyable than ever.

And help is always on hand ifyou want some free, friendlyadvice on how to create theideal lawn, grow colourfulborders or build the perfectpond – and just abouteverything in between.

Finnegans Ponds andGardens stocks a large rangeof aquatic ponds, pond liners,fish and pumps and, with afantastic range of ponds ondisplay, the business really

does set itself apart as aspecialist supplier of pondsand pond-related products.

The company is the mainsupplier of Oase and Fishmatepumps and Evolution aquaticproducts, all industry leaders,which helps to give customerspeace of mind that they arebuying top quality products athighly competitive prices.

In addition, Finnegans alsostocks an impressive range ofhanging baskets, pot plantsand bedding plants to helpensure your garden isblooming all year round. Aselection of compost andshrubs is also available.

If you haven’t got green

fingers then don’t worry –Finnegans offers aprofessional garden and pondmaintenance service so theycan give your garden theexpert touch while you takethe credit for it yourself !

With a stunning selection ofproducts on display and anever-expanding range ofplants, shrubs and flowers, popin to Finnegans Ponds andGardens and see how they canhelp get your garden bloominglovely in time for summer.● Visit Finnegans Ponds andGardens on Moss Side,Formby, or telephone 01704877964

Welcome to DIY heavenFOR all your building and

home improvementsupplies, head to R W

Almonds Builders MerchantsLtd in Formby Business Park.

Welcoming both trade andpublic customers through itsdoors for over 25 years, family-run business R W Almondshas the manpower andexperience to help manageyour building project, be it alarge building contract, a self-build scenario or a smallgardening project.

Stocking everything you'llneed for a successful buildcompletion all on one site,from fencing and roofingmaterials to bricks, blocks andtimber supplies, R W Almondscan assist and supply everystep of the way.

Run by owners David andChris Almond, and backed by16 members of staff, thefriendly and knowledgeableteam can offer helpful adviceon any building and

landscaping projects youmight have begun.

The company supplies ahuge variety of product linessuitable for both tradeprofessionals and self-builders.

Drop in and discoverdecorative paving from thelikes of Bradstone, Lakeland,Plaspave and Marshalls.There’s also a brick yard,stocked with huge quantitiesof bricks, blocks and Indiansandstone in various colours.

And there are so many otherlines, its a DIY paradise withpolypipe plumbing, fencing,timber, decking, wooden fenceposts, concrete posts, cements,decorative aggregates,plasterboards and plaster,tools, paints, chemicals andindustrial workwear.

There’s all manner ofproducts for your homeincluding Velux and Rotowindows and rooflightscorrugated roofing, tilingproducts, electrical goods.

Get ready for the summerparty season by stocking up onCalor Gas, butane or propanefor the barbecue.

R W Almonds also offersready-mix concrete and ready-mix screed in 1/4 cube mixeswhich can be delivered in grabbags.

In fact, deliveries for ordersover £50 are free, and thebusiness delivers as far afieldas Manchester, Preston andthe Wirral. There’s a smalldelivery charge for ordersunder £50, locally.

There’s parking on site, helpavailable for heavy or bulkyloading and it’s open Mondayto Friday 8am-5.30pm,Saturday 8am-2pm and Sunday10am-1pm.● Visit R W AlmondsBuilders Merchants Ltd,Formby Business Park,Formby, Liverpool, tel: 01704878651. Check the website:www.rwabm.co.uk or e-mail:[email protected].

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THE school summer holi-days are fast approach-ing, so if you’re keen to

make the most of the holi-days at home, why not payFormby Timber Supplies a vis-it today?

Based on Altcar IndustrialEstate, the company haseverything you need totransform your garden into ahorticultural haven in time forsummer.

From timber decking totimber panel fencing, gardentools, power tools, paint,varnishes and more, you’llfind everything you need to getthe job done.

And, whether you want tocreate a lovely al-fresco diningarea or simply put up a newfence, the firm’s friendly teamof experienced staff can offerexpert advice and guidance toensure you choose the rightproducts for the job. Theleading company can evendeliver to your home at a timethat suits you.

Right now, the family-runfirm also has a range of specialoffers available on timberdecking and fence panels, with6 x 5ft panels available fromjust £12.75 until the end ofJune. So there’s sure to besomething to suit all tastes andbudgets.

Formby Timber Supplies hasbeen catering for the needs ofboth the trade and public formore than 28 years.

Priding themselves on theirin-depth product knowledgeand expertise, the firm’sexperienced team offer anhonest, professional andefficient service.

All products arecompetitively priced and, foradded peace of mind, thecompany sources all of itstimber from environmentallyresponsible suppliers.

As well as an impressiverange of structural and joinerygrade timber, decking andfencing panels, the companystocks a wide array of uPVCsoffits, fascias and guttering;roofing felts; sheet materials;

insulation products;plasterboard; roof trusses;doors; stairs, spindles andbanisters to choose from.

There’s even a hardwarestore on-site where you willfind everything you need tocomplete the job, from screwsto door handles, paint,varnishes, wood stains, powertools and more.

Formby Timber Supplies’sshowroom is open from 8am to5.30pm Monday to Friday, 8amto 2.30pm on Saturdays and9am to 1pm on Sundays.● To find out more visitFormby Timber Supplies atUnit 56 Stephenson Way,Altcar Industrial Estate,Formby, L37 8EG or call01704 878 070.

Family firm has allyour timber needs

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Name you can rely onWHEN it comes to

choosing a companyto design and build a

conservatory or other buildingwork on your property, youneed to find someone you canreally rely on.

Prestige Conservatoriesworks on positive word ofmouth and personalrecommendations from familyand friends of previouscustomers. In fact, 80% ofPrestige’s business comes thisway. This is a name you cantrust.

Having been established forsix years come December, withover 40 years’ worth ofexperience from the team,Prestige is able to offer a rangeof services, including brandnew, bespoke and fully fittedconservatories, including aplanning application service, awide range of building work,interior fitting and decorating,plus exterior landscaping.

What’s more, Prestige offersa free home design service. Forconservatories, for example, amember of the Prestige teamcan take photos in your gardenlooking toward the site of theproposed conservatory. Then,using 3-D computer modelling,an image of the conservatorycan be superimposed onto thephoto to give customers a clearidea of what it will look likewhen completed.

The expert team of buildersand fitters at Prestige workwith the RAHAU range toproduce their stunningconservatories. They can offeranything from a basicconservatory to a complete fit,

including laminates, tiles,electrics and air-conditioning.Plus, all work is covered by a10 year insurance-backedguarantee.

If you’re interested in a newconservatory or other buildingwork, just give PrestigeConservatories a call andthey’ll arrange a convenienttime to visit the property anddiscuss your requirements.

Then, having taken digitalphotos and run them into a 3-Dcomputer design program,Prestige Conservatories willsupply you with a fullspecification of your possiblenew conservatory, along with aquote.

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With such a wealth of skillsavailable, plus a select groupof expert and trustedcontracted workers on hand,the Prestige team can handlepretty much any homebuilding and repair work youmight require. The bespokenature of all aspects of thework lends real flexibility toany design project, throughoutits construction.

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