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Issue:- Monday, 14 March 2016

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Opening date for The Bold Hotel Bar and Grill is revealed

THE new owners of the Bold Hotel in Southport, Mikhail Investments, took ownership back in December 2015. Then they closed the doors on 1 January 2016... So the big question on everyone's lips over the last few weeks has been... "What's going on behind the doors of the Bold Hotel, in Southport...?"

Most locals know that there was been a multi million Pound, Grand Designs style refurbishment taking place, but not on what scale. With a total transformation and a slight re-name, the new look Bold Hotel Bar and Grill was re-opened on Saturday, 5 March 2016.

We popped on over a few days after to take a good look around and seen how the improvement programmes has touched every corner of this historic, landmark building. The new look is amazing, with a beautifully styled, modern interior, lavishly furnished, Boutique style Hotel bedrooms, a truly impressive function suite and a mouth watering menu with a Mediterranean twist.

Rainford businessman Andrew Mikhail told us that he couldn't wait to start work on his nostalgic purchase. He said:- "When I got it, I said that we will be raising the bar in every way possible and the new look is just part of it! We've put so much time and effort into really creating something special and I look forward to our 1st summer season in Southport!"

The Bold Hotel Bar and Grill's amazing kitchen boasts a real charcoal grill; and the talented head chef, along with his team, is planning an affordable gastronomical experience for every customer; whether you're joining them for breakfast, lunch or dinner, on business or for pleasure. And his talents don't end there; the food offering for weddings and other special occasions really will delight the taste buds.

Adam Draper, General Manager pointed out:- "this new version of The Bold Hotel is just what we need in Southport; an elegant, yet relaxed setting in which people can come and eat beautifully cooked, stylishly presented food. I'm proud to be the Hotels' manager and I'm excited to see what the future brings."

With an extensive wine list and a tempting cocktail list you'd be forgiven for making The Bold Hotel a go-to destination for any occasion� or just for a drink after work!

If you like horses, have you seen the unique new wooden sculpture outside? Also talking about horses, we have also just found out, if you are quick and want a very, very nice place for the 2016 Crabbie's Grand National, you could be in with a change of getting a room! A few rooms are still available at time of publication, but reservations are coming in fast. Please email Joanne Caunce, to make your booking via:- jo@boldhotel.com or call:- 01704 532 578 or 07872 002 903. Do not miss out! We are told the new website will be online very soon, as the current website still says:- "closed for refurbishment."

Did you know?

The Bold Hotel Bar and Grill was built in 1832 and was 1st called the Bold Arms, run by the former landlord of the Royal Hotel (Dukes Folly). It is now a major landmark on the historic Lord Street.

It's location is at the North East side of the unique, Lord Street, on the junction of Lord Street, Union Street and Seabank Road. In fact you can sit out on Lord Street, a road that inspired the Emperor of the French, Napoleon III to replace the medieval centre of Paris with broad tree lined boulevards, after he stayed in the Town for a brief period. So what will it inspire you to do on your holiday or business trip?

Also did you know that the Hotel's is located in the heart of Southport, providing a relaxing alternative to the hustle and bustle of City life, in both Liverpool and Preston? Southport is only a 30 minute drive to Liverpool and under an hour from Manchester? Southport Train Station, which is just a 5 minute walk from the hotel? Plus the nearest International Airport is Liverpool Airport, and Manchester is not that far away as well!

Oddly The Bold Hotel Bar and Grill older than The Grand National! This annual handicap steeplechase race was first run in 1839, and as we said the building dates back to 1832. So it is fitting that it normally filled up with horse racing enthusiasts at this time of year. Plus it's a major location for professional golfers to stay at when the Open Golf and other golfing events take place in the area. So keep an eye out, as you never know who you might see at this venue!

Did you know that Mikhail Investments have already made their mark on the hospitality industry? They are now capitalising on the success of their 1st venture in this market, the highly acclaimed Eccleston Arms Bar & Grill in St Helens; which is widely regarded as being the very best in the St Helens area...

We will be heading back very soon to do a very special report at the Bold Hotel Bar and Grill, so keep your eyes on here for more information!

Top Tributes at St Helens Theatre Royal!

THIS year, the St Helens Theatre Royal have told us that they are:- "pleased to be hosting an array of extremely talented tribute acts from the legendary Billy Fury to Starman, celebrating the late David Bowie's musical career." Whether you want to dance in the aisles to Queen's killer hits, sing along to Dolly Parton or jive out to Johnny Cash, the Theatre Royal looks like it will have something to suit all tastes this summer.

The fun started last Friday, 11 March 2016 with The Billy Fury Show. Michael King returned in a brand new show:- "Billy Fury - The Birthday Concert Tour." This exciting, 2 hour show has been packed with all Billy Fury's hits, featuring stunning new video and audio effects and made the audience dancing in the aisles and reliving arguably one of the most exciting times in modern popular music.

The 1st and still the best tribute to Queen comes to St Helens, on Friday, 18 March 2016. 'Magic - A Kind of Queen 2016' will perform all of Queen's greatest. With 5 vocals to back up the powerful lead vocal of the dynamic Roger Brown, Magic can recreate all the complex harmonies that are Queen's trademark. Magic creates all the excitement of a Queen live show and is not to be missed.

The world's foremost tribute to The Electric Light Orchestra, The ELO Experience comes to St Helens, on Friday, 22 April 2016, as part of its 10th Anniversary Tour. With a sensational string section, a stunning light show and large screen projection, this sensational tribute will play all the favourites from:- Evil Woman and Living Thing to Mr Blue Sky.

Following huge demand after their performance at St Helens last year, Let's Hang On returns to take you on a musical journey through the history of one of the most successful bands of all time; Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, on Friday, 6 May 2016. With all the hit songs including Can't Take My Eyes Off You, December 1963 (Oh What A Night!), Walk Like A Man, Sherry, Working My Way Back To You and Big Girls Don't Cry, prepare for an electric atmosphere and don't be surprised to find yourself up on your feet and dancing!

Dolly fans will be delighted to hear that Andrea Pattison brings The Dolly Parton Story to St Helens, on Saturday, 7 May 2016. A professional singer for many years, Andrea mainly performed at weddings and functions when many people commented on her similarity in sound and style to Dolly Parton. A lifelong fan of Dolly's, Andrea has performed as Dolly all over the UK, recent highlights have included sell out shows at Glasgow Pavilion and The Edinburgh Fringe.

The legendary Chicago Blues Brothers are back on their brand new Jailbreak Tour which stops at St Helens, on Saturday, 21 May 2016. Celebrating over 30 years of the Blues Brothers, this non-stop revue is packed with over 2 hours of the very best Blues, Motown and Soul music from both of The Blues Brothers movies including Everybody Needs Somebody, Soul Man, Respect and Shake a Tail Feather; plus plenty of laughs too! Don't forget your Pork Pie hats and sunglasses!

The only show to be endorsed by the Cash family, The Johnny Cash Road Show takes place, on Sunday, 5 June 2016, and is not to be missed by die hard fans and causal listeners alike. The UK's No1 celebration of Johnny Cash, fronted by award winning singer/songwriter Clive John, re-creates with astounding accuracy and truly captures the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show, taking the audience from the 1950's, right up to 2002 featuring all of the classic songs. A brand new show for 2016, The Simon and Garfunkel Story comes direct from its success in London's West End, a sold out UK tour and standing ovations at every performance to St Helens, on Thursday, 16 June 2016. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, this 50th Anniversary Celebration features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more.

Starman, David Bowie, a musical celebration, will be staged, on Saturday, 17 September 2016. This highly charged show features the finest musicians and singers who take the audience on a Fantastic Voyage of Bowie hits. Include big screen audio visual footage plus various costume changes and you have an awesome show. Starman is not only the ultimate tribute to a legend, but a highly entertaining, emotional and thought provoking musical celebration.

Don't miss the biggest 70's party ever on Thursday, 6 October 2016! Dancing Queen 'The Concert' is an action packed party show featuring over 2 hours of the greatest hits from Abba, Grease and the 70's. This is the ultimate nostalgia night that guarantees to get you dancing in the aisles!

Relive the nights when Abba ruled the danced floor and experience the classic 70s era in all its glory. With full costumes and plenty of glitz, this is the golden age in pop revived!

Some Guys Have All The Luck is a brand new show celebrating the career of 1 of rock's greatest icons, Rod Stewart! Taking place, on Saturday, 8 October 2016, Paul Metcalfe delivers an authentic and charismatic performance assuming the persona of this legendary singer songwriter and performer right down to the last detail; from the distinctive vocals to the swaggering showmanship and sheer fun that have made Rod Stewart, 1 of the most loved performers of all time.

You can't see the Bee Gees anymore, but you can see Nights on Broadway, on Friday, 4 November 2016, and still experience a concert of the incredible music written by the brothers Gibb. Nights On Broadway presents a tribute to the Bee Gees through their catalogue of hits over 4 decades from the 60's to the 90's. The full live band, known also as:- 'The Irish Bee Gees', blend the classic hits, acoustic medleys and dance floor fillers which define the show.

So make a date to catch up with your musical heroes at St Helens Theatre Royal. For more information visit:- StHelensTheatreRoyal.Com.

LJLA responds to Scottish Government plans to cut APD by 50%

THE Scottish Government is taking forward plans for a Scottish replacement to Air Passenger Duty (APD) and on 14 March 2016, they launched a consultation seeking views on how a Scottish replacement to APD should be structured and operated from 1 April 2018, which will subsequently reduce the Tax by 50%. Responding to the draft legislation a Liverpool John Lennon Airport spokesperson commented:- "The Airport welcomes the opportunity to participate in this consultation and will continue to highlight that APD remains a barrier to airline growth in the UK as has been recognised by the Scottish Government. If there are to be cuts in APD of 50% at airports in Scotland, then these need to be matched elsewhere across the UK. We would hope that sense will prevail and that the UK Government would subsequently ensure a consistent charging regime across all parts of the UK, so as not to put airports such as Liverpool at a disadvantage compared to those in Scotland, and to airports across Europe where aviation taxes are already significantly lower than in the UK."

Society asks Southport for Eggs-Tra suppoty this Easter

DISADVANTAGED children in Southport could have an eggs-tra special Easter thanks to generous people in the Town. The Southport Branch of the Yorkshire Building Society has become a collection point for the chocolate treats in aid of the Salvation Army, and customers and members of the public are being asked to drop off an egg before, Wednesday, 23 March 2016. Colleagues from the branch will then deliver the eggs to the Salvation Army team during the Easter holidays later this month. Karen Cannon, manager of the Yorkshire�s Southport branch, said:- "We're hoping to have a fantastic response to our appeal for Easter eggs for the children. We really want to help make a difference at this time of year to children who otherwise may not get any Easter eggs. Hopefully these gifts can help put a smile on their faces and we wish them all a happy Easter." The branch, on London Street, is open for donations between:- 9am and 5pm, Monday's to Friday's, 9.30pm to 5pm, also on Wednesday's and 9am until noon on Saturday's.

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Deceased estates notice - Lilian May Jackam

Pursuant to the Trustee Act 1925, any persons having a claim against or an interest in the Estate of Lilian May Jackam (also known as Lillian May) Jackam (Deceased), late of Birch Abbey Rest Home, 55 Alexandra Road, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 9HD, UK, who died on 04/10/2018, are required to send particulars thereof in writing, to the undersigned Solicitors, on or before 24/05/2019, after which date the Estate will be distributed having regard only to claims and interests of which they have had notice. Churches Solicitors, 12 High Street, Fareham, Hampshire, PO16 7BL, UK. Ref:- 'T553015.'

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