Transport
The Avenue is ideal for commuting, with the end of the M62 just minutes away, linking to the heart of Manchester in just 40 minutes and the M6 in under half an hour. You can also reach the centre of Liverpool in just over ten minutes. Manchester Airport is just 40 minutes by motorway, with Liverpool John Lennon Airport even closer at just 15 minutes drive. Nearby Broadgreen Station links you to Liverpool in just 10 minutes and direct to Manchester in under an hour.
Shopping
The development is well served by local shops and convenience stores, with Sainsbury’s and Aldi supermarkets both within a mile. Nearby Edge Lane Retail Park offers a range of furniture and lifestyle shopping, while Liverpool itself offers the brand new £1billion Liverpool One complex plus the famous Church Street fashion stores and the chic boutiques of Cavern Walks. The immense Trafford Centre lies just 30 minutes away by motorway, while the interesting independent shops of Chester are just 45 minutes drive away.
Entertainment
Liverpool has a wide range of theatres, comedy clubs, bars, restaurants and night clubs to entertain you, including the famous China Town. Closer to home, there are several restaurants at Edge Lane Retail Park, along with a multi-screen cinema.
Sports and Leisure
You’ll be spoilt for choice of Premier League football, with four of the country’s top teams all within easy reach. The North West also boasts a choice of top quality rugby league. You can even enjoy top class horse racing at Aintree and Haydock. If you prefer to take part, West Derby Golf Club and Bowring Park Golf Course are both close by, with ten pin bowling available at Edge Lane Retail Park.
Schools and Services
The area is well served by local schools, with a choice of primary schools within easy reach including Knotty Ash Primary, St Margaret and Mary Catholic Infants and Malvern Primary, while nearby Broad Green High serves the older children.
Doctors can be found at Dovecot Health Centre (295 9440) and dentists at Swanside Dental Practice (228 3771).