Cariads Family Magazine Autumn : Winter 2016 by Cariads Local Ltd

local family magazine

Autumn/Winter 2016 . Issue 8.

nd Useful a e tiv informa with s t n e r for pa aged n e r child 0 - 12 years

Highlights: Childcare & Education • Brecon Mountain Railway • Royal Welsh Winter Fair

Activity Ideas • Days Out • Interesting Articles • Recipes 7+ responding PagestoWhat’s On Listings Please mentionCompetitions Cariads Local Family Magazine adverts • when

Local Landscapes 2017 Calendar On Sale Now! RRP £6.50 – Makes an ideal Christmas gift for family and friends An amazing array of scenes are included, locations such as Mynydd Illtud, Llanthony Priory, Llangorse Lake and Hay Bluff to name just a few. All images are within the Brecon Beacons National Park. Currently on sale in the following outlets: BRECON: Brecon Beacons National Park Visitor Centre; Brecon Tourist Information Centre; Brecon Photo Centre; Ty Cariad; Bishops Meadow Garage; Welsh Delights. CRICKHOWELL: Crickhowell Tourist Information Centre. HAY ON WYE: Broad Street Books; Hay TIB; Thoughtful Gardiner; FW Golesworthys; Hay Newsagents; Pughs of Londis; Dolls House Fun; Hay Post Office; Country Supplies. TALGARTH: Talgarth TIRC; Talgarth Stores; Phoenix Crafts. IN BETWEEN: The Old Railway Line; Boughrood Stores; Talybont Stores

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Working with 14 local Children’s Nurseries and 26 local Primary Schools in the following towns and villages: Brecon, Bronllys, Builth Wells, Clifford, Clyro, Crickhowell, Eardisley, Hay-on-Wye, Kington, Llangattock, Llangorse, Llangynidr, Llyswen, Michaelchurch Escley, Peterchurch, Sennybridge, Talgarth and Whitney-on-Wye.

Welcome to our Autumn / Winter issue of our family magazine. It tends to be the quietest issue of the three we produce each year, but I’m pleased to say this issue contains a fantastic result. Powys County Council have backed down. Cllr Arwel Jones is quoted as saying that “The communities have spoken and we have listened and are abandoning our plans for a single school on one site.” Powys County Council have further confirmed Brecon will have their new school that is most needed. They have stated that they will be investing in the future of both sites. Turn to pages 18 & 19. Next issue we hope to update you on Builth High School and Llandrindod High School. When children send in the completed word search competition we ask them what they’d like in the next issue. The little people asked for more competitions and puzzles. So that’s exactly what we’ve added more of. The children have October Half Term and the Christmas Holidays to look forward to. Not to mention the weekends between now and the New Year. The concept of this magazine is all about us sourcing all things family aimed. Be it day out ideas, activities, shopping, eating out, childcare, tuition, events, education – fingers crossed we have it all covered for you. If we don’t, tell us. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x

(Photo: Lisa Marie with her mum, dad, husband, step son, daughter and son)

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This issue we have three fab prizes up for grabs:

• A copy of The Story of Life by Catherine Barr and Steve Williams. • A Family Cinema Voucher for Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth.

• A Family Ticket for The Courtyard’s pantomime Aladdin, available for use on selected dates. For your chance to win one of the above prizes, please complete our Word Search on page 20 and send to us by 30th November. The winners will be announced in our next issue. Summer issue winners: Indeg Diskin, Sennybridge and Liz Ingram, Kington.

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What makes Cylch Meithrin different from any other nursery in Brecon? Where do I start? They are open term time! No more paying for childcare while you are off on holiday! This year will see the start of their holiday club – places will be on a first come basis not contracted, so if you don’t need it you don’t have to pay for it! They are a charity! There are no profits to be made so they are able to focus on keeping the fees as low as possible. The idea is that everyone should be able to access the setting: - regardless of their background, income or language. They are registered! Their CSSIW registration means that the fees can be paid by childcare vouchers or count towards child tax credits. They have a baby signing group! Dwylo Bach is a fun, interactive and friendly. Each session is packed with songs, signing and play. It is a great way to build communication before those first words.

The sessions are led by the same dedicated staff as the setting so it’s a great way for kids to get to know them and feel confident and secure when it comes to their first day at nursery. They are run by a parent committee! This means that parents can get involved. This term Cylch Meithrin have extended their hours because parents told them that they wanted to be able to book an ‘after school’ session – so that’s what they did. Parents told them that a collection service would be useful – so they set one up, it brings children in from locations around Brecon. If you would like to know more about Dwylo Bach, the nursery setting and Welsh-medium childcare or would like to arrange a taster session please email meithrin.aberhonddu@gmail.com or message them on facebook ‘Cylch Meithrin Aberhonddu’ or visit the website www.meithrinaberhonddu.wixsite.com/signup

Herefordshire & Mid-Wales Fun sports coaching sessions for children age 3-9 Classes Parties Events Please see the events listings for our weekly classes

Please get in touch for more details Email: hereford@enjoy-a-ball.com Telephone: 07715 607 603 enjoy-a-ball.com

Maths Tutor Diane Aldridge Bsc 07856 836 361 mathematics-tuition@hotmail.com Ages 6 to 16 years Arithmetic & 9 - 1 GCSE Courses

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Drama Workshops and Classes From ages 7 + After school classes held at: The Tabernacle, Talgarth (Monday 5 till 6.15pm term-time) Llangorse Village Hall (5pm onwards x 2 groups) Taster session at no charge School classes running locally too Preparation for LAMDA exams Contact Lynn for dates, details and booking a place. Check out latest info online www.ravendrama.com www.facebook.com/ravendramawales/ E: lynn.clausen@btinternet.com

T: 07949 329 561

We are a friendly group of breastfeeding mums who meet weekly for a cuppa and a chat. Come along to meet other mums while your little ones play together. Some of us are trained peer supporters so we can help with any breastfeeding issues. We also provide a resource & equipment library. Drop in and join us: Brecon Breastfeeding Support Thursdays 10am - 12noon at The Muse, Brecon.

Saturday 22nd October Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon 10am - 1pm Come and buy your baby equipment, maternity clothes and children’s toys Raffle, information, tea, coffee and homemade cakes Admission £1

Tel: 07866 924 161 • www.breconbibs.co.uk facebook.com/groups/BreconBIBS

Fantastic results from March 2016, looking forward to exams October 2016

Tuition • English Language & English Literature from KS2 up to A Level • 20 years experience teaching • Current examiner for GCSE English Language & Literature • Bespoke tuition for the individual learner • Exam technique • Revision strategies • Learning styles • Creative Writing Workshops • CRB checked • Free taster session ‘’My daughter is very happy with the style of teaching and appreciates Lynn’s in-depth knowledge of the subjects she teaches’’ Parent of A level student

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FIRELIGHT AUTUMN ABUNDANCE Woodland adventures at Kentchurch

5 - 11 year olds 24th - 28th October 10am - 3pm £100 for the week (if booked before 1st October) £25 per day www.firelight.org.uk

Hattie Duke has spent the last 20 years working with children all over the world. She is Forest School trained (Level 3), and holds a degree in Waldorf Education and training in Practical Skills for Teachers and Outdoor First Aid, she is fully insured and holds and up to date DBS check.

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A FREE day out at Big Pit, Blaenafon Experience the thrill of going 300ft underground with an ex miner (children must be at least a metre tall to go underground) and visit the exciting underground interactive galleries and Pithead Baths exhibition. Events at Big Pit: 24th - 28th October - Half Term Craft Activities: Go along and have a ‘hoot’ making crafty owls and autumn themed crafts. Sunday 11th December - Big Pit Babies Christmas Event: A chance for younger visitors to meet Mother Christmas and find out how preparations are going for the ‘big day’ in the Christmas household. Has Rudolph been a good reindeer this year? Has Father Christmas finished painting the sleigh? Go along and find out more. £5 per child, includes a gift. Suitable for 0-5 ages. Limited spaces, so pre-booking essential on: 029 2057 3650. Sunday 18 December - Father Christmas at the Pit: Be amazed as Father Christmas arrives at Pit Top at 10.30am, travelling 300ft UP from underground on his way to Lapland. Once he’s arrived (and found his

elves!), there’ll be an opportunity to visit him in his cottage and tell him what’s on your Christmas list. £5 per child, includes a gift. Suitable for all children. No booking necessary.

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Brecon Mountain Railway Santa Special 2016

What better way to visit Santa than by train!

Let Brecon Mountain Railway take you on a magical journey to see Santa himself.

Family Trains on:

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Visit Brecon Mountain Railway for a great day out! Located just off the Heads of the Valley Road, about 3 miles north of Merthyr Tydfil. Follow the mountain railway signs from the A470 and A465. Brecon Mountain Railway was built on part of the abandoned Brecon and Merthyr Railway which was originally built in 1859 and finally closed in 1964. They reopened to passengers in June 1980.The line now runs from Pant to Torpantau High in the Brecon Beacons. Travel behind a vintage steam locomotive in one of their all weather observation coaches and admire the views. The railway climbs steeply to Torpantau, high in the Brecon Beacons where the train stops for you to take in the views. On the return trip the train stops at Pontsticill where there is a small steam museum, lakeside café, picnic area, children’s play area and beautiful walks around the reservoir where you may alight and return on a later train if you wish. On your return to Pant visit their workshops where old steam locomotives are restored and new ones built, buy a souvenier of your visit in their gift and souvenier shop or have a snack in their licensed tearooms. There are facilitiies for disabled passengers including ramps, toilets and a carriage designed to carry wheelchairs. There are reduced fares for parties and school visits and special events running throughout the year including Easter Bunny and Father Christmas.

December 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd

Trains leave at 10.30 12.00 1.30 3.00 4.30 Babies - (Under 36 months) FREE Children - (Under 16) £12.50 Adults - £14.75

Every Adult, Child and Baby will receive a present Every Adult will also receive a Mince Pie & a glass of Mulled Wine Please note: Due to limited space, no prams or buggies are to be taken onto the train, but they can be left at the station. Free Car Park Early booking is essential Tel: 01685 722988 www.breconmountainrailway.co.uk

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Explore the great outdoors in a new light The summer holidays may already be behind us but the changing seasons will give you and your kids the perfect opportunity to explore the great outdoors in a new light this autumn. The National Trust cares for some magnificent pieces of countryside, from Henrhyd Falls with its spectacular waterfall and wooded gorge to the Sugar Loaf and Skirrid with glorious views and picturesque landscape. Let your imagination go wild and explore something new. Once again the hugely popular Wild Wednesday events will be returning this October half term taking place in St Mary’s Vale at the foot of the Sugar Loaf. Nestled in the heart of the Black Mountains, rangers will lead you and the kids on an adventure as you discover a variety of activities which are part of the National Trust’s 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ campaign. The

list of 50 fun outdoor activities, from creating some wild art to building a den, is a great way to get the whole family active and closer to nature. Let the kids bring out their wild side and they’ll feel a great sense of accomplishment as they gradually tick off each activity on the list and feel inspired to create new adventures. There’ll be plenty of your favourite 50 things activities mixed in with a few new ones so don’t sit back and relax, go along armed with a great sense of fun for a wild family adventure. For further information on events and other special places to explore check out the National Trust website nationaltrust.org.uk/sugarloaf-and-usk-valley Ffotograffaeth/Photographs © National Trust

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Christmas is coming… The festive spirit is already flowing through The Old Railway Line Garden Centre where Christmas is in full swing! The award winning garden centre, in Three Cocks between Brecon and Hay-on-Wye, always impresses in the build-up to Christmas through a number of events and magical experiences for children. Manager, Katie Eckley said; “Renowned throughout mid Wales, south Wales and Herefordshire our grotto experience is packed with festive magic, incorporating real life reindeer and a short magical walk before meeting Santa, having a chat and receiving a suitable toy and delicious sweets. “On selected days throughout December our Breakfast and Tea with Santa experiences offer something different to the traditional grotto visit. Children, parents and grandparents can enjoy a delicious meal in the Railway Restaurant before Santa personally visits each table, distributing presents and speaking to each child individually. “After the success of last year we have ‘Santa’s Grand Arrival’ planned for the evening of Friday

25th November (6.30pm); Santa will pull up outside the garden centre on his sleigh before enjoying a fun disco, bouncy castle and a festive menu in the Railway Restaurant with everyone who attends!” For more information please contact the Old Railway Line directly by calling 01497 847055 or visiting their website www.oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.

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Winter Fair e-tickets available now! Royal Welsh - 28 & 29 November 2016 With not long to go until the showground in Llanelwedd is full of visitors, exhibitors and prizewinning livestock, preparations for the annual Royal Welsh Winter Fair are coming together well. As one of the finest prime stock shows in Europe, the Winter Fair draws crowds from far and wide to enjoy two-days packed full of competitions, festivities and Christmas shopping. Along with the usual packed schedule of competitions, classes, exhibitions and displays the Winter Fair offers the discerning shopper the perfect

opportunity to pick up some unique and original Christmas gifts from the hundreds of tradestands. The food hall will be packed full of the very best Welsh food producers showcasing their produce and tempting visitors to try the wide variety of culinary delights on offer. The fair will once again be opening its doors to the public for free after 4pm on the Monday evening for late night Christmas shopping and another great fireworks display. Visitors be able to enjoy looking around the demonstrations and exhibitions, listening to the choirs and bands performing throughout the showground, and of course our younger visitors may also be lucky enough to meet Father Christmas. Buy your reduced price e-tickets for the Winter Fair online now. For more information visit www.rwas.wales

Kubo And The Two Strings (Pg): Playing At Wyeside Arts Centre from October 7th When, after years of hiding, young boy Kubo (Art Parkinson) is discovered by his evil grandfather the Moon King (Ralph Fiennes), he must embark on a quest to find the three magical pieces of a suit of armour. Stop-motion animation studio Laika is now four for four — there’s no sign of a dud between its debut Coraline in 2009 to its latest, Kubo And The Two Strings. Kubo And The Two Strings is an original story presented as an ancient Japanese myth. Hunted from birth by his grandfather, the evil Moon King, Kubo lives in a cave with his mother. A street performer in the local village by day, he has to be back home by nightfall or his location will be revealed to the being searching for him. That happens (of course it does), which starts in motion a quest to locate the three pieces of a magical suit of armour. On the way, he hooks up with a monkey (Charlize Theron), who comes to life from a wooden ornament, and a giant beetle (Matthew McConaughey), who used to be a 10

solider in Kubo’s father’s army. It’s a beautifully animated tale that balances story with comedy and moments of effective (if light) horror. While there are noticeable shifts in tone — the seriousness of the first 15 minutes give way to increasingly broader comedy as Kubo adds companions to his quests — it has an undeniable emotion at its heart. And that’s where the film truly resonates. Empire Magazine Review: “A beautifully animated tale with an undeniable emotion at its heart”

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Kids Recipe: Vanilla Cupcakes Grandfather Knows - by Evaleen Stein

Cook time: 18 minutes • Prep time: 10 minutes • Serves: 12

Ingredients:

125g plain flour 250g Carnation Condensed Milk 1 egg ½ tsp vanilla extract 85g buttery spread 1½ tsp baking powder For the icing 200g icing sugar 55g buttery spread Few drops vanilla extract 1-2 tbsp Carnation Condensed Milk Sugar sprinkles or cake decorations

Method: 1: Preheat oven to 180°C, (160°C for fan ovens), Gas Mark 4. 2: Beat flour, condensed milk, egg, vanilla, buttery spread and baking powder until pale and fluffy. 3: Spoon mixture into 12 muffin cases. Bake for 15-18 minutes until springy and golden. Allow to cool. 4: Beat icing sugar, buttery spread and vanilla with enough condensed milk to make a smooth creamy icing. Spread onto cakes and top with sprinkles and decorations.

Grandfather says of all things The silliest he’s heard Is that some children call things They’ve never seen, “absurd!” And have their doubts of true things, And won’t believe, because They say, “If you but knew things, There is no Santa Claus!” Grandfather says he knows him, And sees him every year, And Santa often shows him The playthings he brings here; He says, too, Santa told him If any girls and boys Laugh at and won’t uphold him, They’ll not get any toys! Grandfather Knows I met him! Yes really! He is like you would imagine but even more. I’ve met lots of people who pretend to be him too, but when you actually meet him you really know. He wears little round glasses which he sometimes looks over and sometimes looks through. He has a long red coat with patches and trim and those big warm boots that keep his toes warm on the sleigh! At first I didn’t think his beard was really, I’ve seen so many ‘others’. Don’t tell but just to check I gave it a little tug! He looked surprised but then he smiled, he wasn’t cross at all. He told me all about the key that opens up his book. My name is in the big big book, I asked him and he checked! On Christmas Eve he’ll be coming to my home, my stocking will be hung and I will be fast asleep … and even if I’m not I’ll be so quiet because he told me to! Father Christmas will be in Brecon Cathedral Close each weekend in December. Not to be missed!

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St Mary’s Church Roof Appeal I am sure that everyone will be aware of the recent fundraising efforts carried out by St Mary’s Church Brecon for the Roof Repair Appeal. The repair work includes the replacement of roof timbers, improvements to the North and South access doors and heritage interpretation. For this reason construction works will occupy the whole of the internal area of the church. Sadly the decision had to be taken to suspend trading of the Tower Cafe for the duration of the contract. All at St Mary’s Church would like to thank everyone for their generosity and support for the Roof Appeal and the grant bodies listed below which provided significant funding towards the total project costs:

• Allchurches Trust Limited; • Brecon Beacons National Park Sustainable Development Fund; • James Pantyfedwen Foundation; • Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme; • Community Foundation in Wales

• Heritage Lottery Fund;

• Audrey Tyler Trust

• Cadw;

“We would like to thank the staff for all their hard work and commitment to the Tower Café project which has been running for the last six years and also to our many customers who have supported us over the years.” - Liz Jones, St Marys Church Brecon.

• Representative Body of the Church in Wales; • Diocesan Churches and Pastoral Committee; • The Wolfson Foundation;

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Kids activity page Have a go at these sudokus! Every row, column and mini-grid must contain the numbers 1 - 4. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t guess - use logic!

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EDUCATION

The Sixth Form at Lady Hawkin’s School - Rated “Good” by OFSTED There are so many reasons to choose Lady Hawkins’ for your Sixth Form experience. The Sixth Form offers a range of courses, whilst being small enough for you to be known and supported through difficult and challenging times. Each individual is valued and there are opportunities for all the students. The Sixth Formers achieve impressive results, which set them up with a firm foundation for life. Lady Hawkins’ is a small, caring community and the Sixth Form experience builds on the success achieved by all Year 11 students. The staff have developed great expertise in supporting students with a wide range of abilities to achieve their potential. The talents and attributes of each student are developed and nurtured; something that is more difficult to achieve in a larger organisation. Lady Hawkins’ is proud of the high level of pastoral care provided to the students. Academic study in the Sixth Form is of vital importance and underpins the whole experience. Added to this are supplementary features that ensure each student leaves fully equipped for Higher

Education and the world of work. Lady Hawkins’ had outstanding results in 2016: • 100% pass rate in all subjects. • 100% went on to read their chosen subject at their first choice of University. • 65% A* - B grades. • 100% A* - A pass rate in Biology. • 100% A* - A pass rate in English Literature. • 100% A* - A pass rate in French. • 100% A* - A pass rate in Mathematics. In addition to its academic successes, the Sixth Form encourages outstanding opportunities in extracurricular activities. Students have the opportunity to participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, field trips, the Young Enterprise Scheme, and the Lessons from Auschwitz project. Lady Hawkins’ Sixth Form has developed a team of professionals that will support and guide the learning experience. Their mission is for you to leave Lady Hawkins’ with qualifications and experiences that will help your journey through life.

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P.C.C cave in over Gwernyfed High School After 18 months (7 years if you throw in the 2009 and 2011 attempts to close the school) of fighting the local authority, on 1st September it finally gave up on implementing the plan to close our local secondary school when Arwel Jones, Education Portfolio holder in the cabinet, issued the following statement: “The communities have spoken and we have listened and are abandoning our plans for a single school on one site”. The community did speak and overwhelmingly with one voice. Over 1000 attended the public meeting in April, nearly 800 submitted written responses to the Powys consultation document, the 10 Community Councils and 2 town councils all submitted responses setting out their opposition to the local authority’s closure plans.The keys to the change of decision were evidenced in the Judicial Review in June 2015, so Powys decided not to fight it but start again to review its options. Of course it then tried to implement the plan again only to run into fired up communities. If the evidence was overwhelming in 2015 then this summer it was more so, as detailed forensic analysis of the LA plans tore them apart and still the county council ploughed on. They hung on to a hope that the regulator (Estyn) would support them and that the stress the school was under would see a drop in educational standards when the exam results came out. Estyn normally sit on the fence in these situations, not wanting to get mixed up in local politics, but had given an indication in March when they revised the Gwernyfed Status Ranking which moved it to the same as Crickhowell HS, the best school in Powys. When the analysis of the consultation process came, Estyn unequivocally condemned the Powys plans which was a devastating blow to the LA, but worse was to come. The A-Level/GCSE results were the best the school had ever had and the best in Powys.The school staff and pupils have to be congratulated on these results when surrounded by political stress and stupidity. We all held our breath and then the announcement came that Powys had changed its mind. For many people there was little in the way of a feeling of triumph, more relief. Is it all over? Not quite. Powys are saying they 18

will be bringing forward new plans, which they think will be rushed through by February next year: that’s what they think. If they bring forward more political nonsense, we will see them off. Thank you to the hundreds of people who supported the school over the last 18 months and congratulations to the school, parents, pupils, staff, governors and our communities for seeing off this threat to our school. Article supplied by John Fitzgerald

School Re-organisation proposals... There is no doubt that the last 18 months has been a period of uncertainty for Brecon High School and other schools in South Powys given the two consultations that have taken place, the first of which was aborted. For the staff, pupils and parents of Brecon High School this has certainly not been helpful at a time when we have been working hard to bring the school out of Special Measures. The start of this academic year has brought real positives for the school in regards to both the work we have done in the classroom and the recommendations made by Powys County Council following the publication of the School Re-organisation Consultation report. Firstly, the school recorded record results at GCSE with our pupils achieving 75% Level 2+ (Level 2+ is a measure of those pupils who achieve 5 or more GCSE passes at A* to C, including Maths and English or Welsh). This is one key measure which demonstrates the impact of the work done by the staff to ensure our pupils not only reach their potential and, in many cases, exceed it. It also represents a 11% improvement on the 2015 results, which were a 9% improvement on the 2014 results! Secondly, the recommendations made by Powys County Council, following the publication of the report, were big steps toward securing the vision held by the Governing Body and the school for secondary education for the Brecon community. The recommendations which have now been made are to: abandon the proposal to close both Brecon and Gwernyfed High Schools to establish a new single site school, to abandon the proposal for Post

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EDUCATION

Michaelchurch Escley Primary and Preschool - Their pupils are happy! Michaelchurch Preschool is an innovative learning environment with use of a modern hall adjacent to the school. They have a passion and commitment to outdoor learning, which is highly successful due to the beautiful setting within the heart of the rural landscape and amazing staff. They include best practices derived from a range of Early Years educational approaches that foster the innate love of learning in the individual child. The school (which is a local authority school) is small by design, enabling them to have smaller than average class sizes (around 15) and providing outstanding support for all of their pupils, both academically and emotionally. Their mixed age classes allow children to learn from each other and progress at their own pace â&#x20AC;&#x201C; all abilities are catered for, and they equally support or challenge those who require it. They also offer flexi-schooling for those who wish to partially home school their children or to make their transition into school easier. 16 provision to be delivered by NPTC in Brecon and to abandon the proposal to close the two school sites from 2019/20. This also means there is to be a new proposal to Welsh Government for building a new 11- 18 school campus in Brecon, something that we desperately need, not least for our pupils, and secures secondary education for the Brecon community, including post 16 education as a school based provision. There is more work for the school to do, firstly in working alongside the County Council and Gwernyfed High School in shaping the new recommendations regarding both schools, a report on which is to be presented in February 2017, and also to ensure that the community respond, once again, to the new consultation regarding the delivery of Welsh Medium education. When the new consultation is published we will publicise this and I hope that the whole community, not just the school and parents, can make their views known.

The staff are first class, with an enthusiasm and passion for education that is absorbed by their pupils. Whether it be planning and making a time capsule, designing computer games, or making their own electricity, the children at Michaelchurch have a hands-on and exciting experience of learning that makes it all the more relevant and interesting for them. The pupils do well here â&#x20AC;&#x201C; many that have joined Michaelchurch have quickly improved in their reading skills and in other areas that they might have struggled with - but most importantly, their pupils are happy! Visit: www.michaelchurchprimary.co.uk for more details.

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Exciting indoor soft play facility The Play Barn at Brynich is an indoor play center for children under 11 years of age.

Tel: 01874 623480 “Award winning Soft Play. The fun awaits!” Now selling Rijo42 bean to cup coffee

They serve delicious bean to cup coffee, snacks and cakes throughout the day. From 12pm-2pm they serve a selection of tasty meals from light bites like jacket potatoes, wraps and sandwiches to something a little more substantial including sausage and chips, burgers, and children’s pizza. During Powys term time they run a toddler group on Thursday mornings for children 3 years and under from 10am-12pm for the bargain price of £2 per child including a snack. The Play Barn are open 10am-5pm Wednesday to Sunday and 7 days a week during Powys school holidays.

Open Wed-Sun 10am-5pm Open 7 Days Powys School Holidays Located at Brynich, 1 mile east of Brecon

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Improving concentration, focus and clarity in education - Yoga for Kids ‘Yoga for Kids’ classes over the summer has been well received and is now offered as a regular weekly session. Yoga not only helps maintain strength, flexibility and suppleness of the physical body it also helps maintain emotional and psychological stability. Improving concentration, focus and clarity in education and in personal problem solving, direction finding and decision making. Yoga brings about a natural self-balance between mental and vital energy; developing self-experiencing and self-expressing through body, mind and heart. Rob has been practising yoga for over twelve years, completing his yoga training at the Mandala Yoga Ashram here in Wales. Rob’s experience with Kids Yoga includes offering classes at Penmaes School and working with Autistic adolescents at Ty Orbis. Please mention Cariads Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts

Powys Dance’s Flying Atoms Show Flying Atoms, our physics-based aerial dance show for 7 to 11 years olds flew into 17 primary schools in Powys in May & June 2016. We performed the show 20 times reaching 1033 children. One teacher commented, “The children were ALL fascinated. Wonderful looks of awe and wonder. Utterly captivated!” We will be touring Flying Atoms again in Spring 2017. In the meantime, if you have a child who wants to dance, check out our regular dance programme at

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Welcome to Wynnes! Having moved into their new premises in November 2015, this family business has gone from strength to strength. As a FREE family attraction Wynnes of Dinmore offer their visitors a wonderful day out. Go and meet the Pygmy Goats, Miniature Shetlands, Alpacas, Miniature Pigs, Poultry, Ducks, Geese and much more. Their friendly and helpful staff are there to answer any questions.

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Visit the Tea Room (serving food all day!) and enjoy a hot or cold drink and perhaps a snack or spot of lunch! They also offer Afternoon Tea for those who fancy a treat - and it only costs £19.95 for two people! With notice, they can cater for any dietary requirements. Disabled and baby changing facilities are readily available.

While with us why not stop for a cup of tea and a bite to eat in our Peckers Tea-Room? In store you’ll find a wide range of gifts and clothing, for both adults and children. Additionally, Wynnes stock a variety of pet and small animal supplies. “From all of us at Wynnes, we hope to provide you a thoroughly enjoyable visit with us that’s suitable for all the family and we look forward to meeting you soon!”

Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday 9.00am - 4.30pm Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm (April to October only) 01568 797314 • info@wynnes.co.uk www.wynnes.co.uk Please mention Cariads Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts

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Amazing Wildlife: Ten Facts About Orangutans!

Hold on tight, because we’re about to swing through the trees to meet one of nature’s coolest creatures... the orangutan! 1. Orangutans are red-haired apes that live in the tropical rainforests of Sumatra and Borneo in southeast Asia. 2. These magnificent mammals measure 1.2m to 1.5m tall and weigh up to 100kg. And they have one seriously big arm span - some males can stretch their arms 2m from fingertip to fingertip! 3. The orangutan is one of humankind’s closest relatives - in fact, we share nearly 97% of the same DNA! The word orangutan comes from the Malay words ‘orang hutan’, meaning ‘human of the forest’. 4. Orangutans spend most of their time up in the trees, where they use their long, strong arms and hook-shaped hands to climb and swing from branch to branch. Come bed time, they sleep in leafy nests high off the ground, where it’s harder for hungry enemies (such as leopards and other big cats) to get them! 5. Daytime eaters, their diet consists mostly of fruit and leaves - but they also eat nuts, bark, insects and, once in a while, bird eggs, too.

10. Sadly, orangutans are today on the endangered species list. Deforestation in the forests where they live has reduced their habitat, and illegal hunting has put populations at serious risk. That’s why we need to do all we can to help them. Swing by wwf. org.uk/adoption to find out how you can adopt an orangutan and help to protect their future!

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6. Female orangutans give birth about once every eight years. Infants stay with their mother for six to seven years, until they’ve learnt the necessary skills to survive on their own. During this time, a very special bond is formed between the mother and child. 7. Unlike other great apes, such as chimpanzees, gorillas and bonobos, these gangly guys don’t like to live in groups. A female will usually have a baby (or two) with her, but males like to be alone. 8. Orangutans are noisy creatures when they want to be, making loud howls and bellows that can be heard for miles around! It’s usually the males that make these calls so that they can stay out of each other’s territory. 9. These amazing apes generally have long lives - in captivity they can live for 50-60 years, and in the wild, 30-40 years. 24

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860. Story Time at Hay Library: 11 – 11.30am. Come join in the fun. 9 months – 3 years. Contact 01497 820847. Enjoy-a-Ball: Champs: 4 – 5pm at Hay-on-Wye Parish Hall. 6 – 9 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 2. Raven Drama: Drama Workshops and Classes: 5 – 6.15pm (term time) at The Tabernacle, Talgarth. From ages 7+. Contact Lynn 07949 329561. See advert on page 4. 2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 - 6.30pm. www.girlguiding.org.uk Brecon Brownies: 6 – 7.30pm. Age 7 to 10. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies Brecon Welsh Language Youth Club: 6 – 8pm. Brecon Youth Centre. Contact 01874 622658. Term time only. Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677. TUESDAY Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.10 – 11am. Term time. Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 – school age. Painscastle and Rhosgoch Parent and Tots: 9.30 – 11.30am. Painscastle Village Hall. A craft activity every week, a baking and soft play session once a month. £1 per child, snack for the child and tea/ coffee for parent. Everyone is welcome.

Dorstone Dormice Baby & Toddler Group: 10am – 12pm. Term time. Dorstone Village Hall. £1.50 per family which includes snacks and tea/ coffee. Please come along and say hello! Contact 01981 550836. Story Time at Brecon Library: 11 – 11.30am. Free and all ages welcome. Badminton: 11.30am – 1.30pm (Term time only). Brecon Leisure Centre. Friendly group. All ages and abilities welcome. Equipment provided. £2.50 per session. Contact Rose 07531 459134. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12noon – 1pm at The WellBeing Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. £5 or £25 for a 6 week course. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21.

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Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. For more information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter. Daisy Birthing Antenatal Class: New 6 week courses starting regularly: 6.30 - 8pm. Alana’s Baby Corner, Hay. A combination of active antenatal education, yoga, breathing, relaxation, & community. Contact Jo 07736 280877. Gwernyfed Hockey Club – Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm at The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact CSM Dave Johnson 07411 248344.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1.30 – 3pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21.

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane, Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) -18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Contact: 01873 813756.

Builth Wells Welsh Language Youth Club: 3.30 – 5pm at Riverside Community Centre. Term time. Contact 01874 622658.

Brecon Youth Club: 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road, Brecon. Age group: 11 – 25. Contact 01874 622658. Term time only.

DAI y Bannau: 4pm.Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group that aims to develop & enhance the skills of young people in relation to performing arts & multimedia theatre. Ages 7+. Contact 07846 446268.

Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677.

Weobly Brownies and Guides: 5.30 – 7pm. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies

WEDNESDAY Clifford Explorers: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Contact 07786 064089.

Brecon Tennis Club: 5.30 – 7.30pm at Brecon Leisure Centre. Free to members, £2 to nonmembers. All levels welcome. Contact Bryan 07817 002318.

Stay & Play Playgroup: 9.15 – 11.15am. Bronllys. Term time. £1 per session, 50p additional child. Refreshment included. Bumps, babies & toddlers all welcome. Facebook Stay & Play Playgroup – Bronllys.

Brecon Brownies: 6 – 7.30pm. Age 7 to 10. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies

Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 9.30 – 11.30am. Term time. Escleyside Hall (behind Michaelchurch Escley Primary

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What’s on: during the week School). Join the weekly themed activities, spacious indoor play and outdoor adventures in our beautiful surroundings (bring wellies). £1.50 per family. Contact 01981 240225. Dwylo Bach – Signing for little hands: 10 – 11.30am at The Muse, Brecon. (Term time). Baby signing classes. £2.50 per session. 0 – 3 year olds. Followed by coffee, chat and play. Contact meithrin.aberhonddu@gmail.com See advert and article on pages 2 & 3. Beacons Netball Club: 4 – 5.30pm years 7, 8 & 9. 5.30 – 7pm.Yr 10 & older. Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 on the night or reduced fee for the term. 1st training session free. Contact 01597 840420. The Scribblers: 4.15 - 5.30pm at The Drill Hall, 25 Lion Street, Hay. Contact Sophie 01497 822620. Brecon Rainbow Guides: 5pm. For girls aged 5 & 6. Term time. Contact Pam Martin 07976 797107. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.The Well- Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21.

Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm. The ACF Ctr, Conway St, Brecon. Ages 12 – 18yrs. We aim to inspire young people to achieve success in life, make the most of their abilities & develop the qualities to be a good citizen. Contact 01873 813756. Rob’s No WorriesYoga – “Meditation”: 7.45 – 8.15pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21. Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact 01874 623677. THURSDAY Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. Hay Primary School. £2 a session £1 for additional children. Come along for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome.Term time. Contact Katy 07896 361453. Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 – 11am. Term time. Talgarth Primary School (Main Hall). 50p donation for refreshments. Contact Wendy 07989 946241.

Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123.

Brecon BIBS: 10am – 12noon at The Muse, Brecon. Drop in and join us at Brecon Breastfeeding Support. Come along to meet other mums while your little ones play together. Contact 07866 924161. See advert on page 4.

Ddraig Wern Fencing Club: 6.30 – 7.30pm (Juniors - U13), 7.30 – 9pm (Seniors). Gwernyfed Community Sports Hall. Contact Richard Jenkins 07980 693972.

Toddler Group: 10am - 12pm at The Play Barn, Brecon. £2 for the first child you bring and £1 for any additional children. Includes snack for the children at 11am. Term time. Contact 01874 623480.

Daisy Birthing Antenatal Class: New 6 week courses starting regularly. 6.30 - 8pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. A combination of active antenatal education, yoga, breathing, relaxation, & community. Contact Jo 07736 280877.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12.30 – 1.30pm. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21.

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Clyro Rainbows Guides: 4 – 5pm Term time. Girls aged 5–7 years: Enquiries to Ros Murphy 01497 847102. 1st Eardisley Rainbows: Girls aged 5-7. 4.30 - 5.30pm.Term time. Contact eardisleyrainbows@hotmail.co.uk. Football for Girls: 5.30 – 6.15pm (Years 1, 2, 3). 6.15 – 7pm (Years 4, 5, 6, 7) at Brecon Leisure Centre. Ages 5 – 12. Contact 07854 012841 / 07836 501925. Brecon Brownies: 5.30 – 7pm. Age 7 to 10. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6pm (U15’s girls), 6.30pm (U18’s), 6.45 (Ladies). Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Fun, challenging & exciting. Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6.30 – 8pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and artice on page 21. Brecon Youth Club: 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday & Friday. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Age Group: 11-25. Contact 01874 622658.Term time only. Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: Term time. 7.45 – 9pm. We provide scouting for 14 – 18 yrs, meeting either Crickhowell / Brecon. A friendly group. Visit our website www.breconexplorers.co.uk. FRIDAY Chatterbooks: Every 2nd Friday in the month. Brecon Library. Brecon Library’s book group for 7-11 year olds! Contact 01874 623346. Pregnancy & Mums & Babies Yoga with Georgie: 1.15pm – 2.30pm. CusopVillage Hall. Relax into motherhood with strength, grace & confidence. Hypnobirthing also available. Contact 07807 550653.

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What’s on: during the week / October Brecon Bouncers: 4.15 – 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Trampoline activities. Contact 01874 623677.

Brecon Youth Club: 6.30 – 9pm. Brecon Youth Centre Cradoc Rd, Brecon. Activities, arts & crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658.Term time. SATURDAY Enjoy-a-Ball: Play Ball: 10am – 11am at Clifford Village Hall. 4 – 5 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 2. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 10 – 11.30am. £7 or £35 for a 6 week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21. Hay Junior Youth Theatre Club: 10.30am – 12.30pm. Cusop Village Hall, Lower Mead. Professional performance skill training for kids aged 7–11 years. £7. Contact Janine Sharp, 07733 055430. Enjoy-a-Ball: Champs: 11am – 12pm at Clifford Village Hall. 6 – 9 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 2. Tennis Club: 11am - 1pm at the Tennis Courts, Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Enjoy-a-Ball: Bee Bops: 12pm – 1pm at Clifford Village Hall. 3 – 4 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 2. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Kid’s Yoga”: 12noon - 1pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and article on page 21.

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Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth, will be screening the following films. Please visit their website (www.wyeside.co.uk) or call their box office (01982 552 555) for more information. See advert on the back cover and article on page 10. Kubo and The Two Strings 2D & 3D – From 7th October Storks 2D & 3D – From 14th October Trolls 2D & 3D – From 21st October Fantastic Beats and Where to Find Them 2D & 3D – From 18th November Moana 2D & 3D – From 2nd December Rogue One: A Star Wars Story 2D & 3D – From 16th December Saturday 22nd October – Sunday 23rd October

DURING THE MONTHS Saturday 15th October Brecon Craft Fair 2016: 9am – 4.30pm in the market hall. Held every third Saturday of the month. Contact 07980 644932. Friday 21st October – Monday 24th October Brecon Baroque Festival Contact 01874 622485.

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Saturday 22nd October Brecon BIBS Nearly New Sale: 10am – 1pm at Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. Come and buy your baby equipment, maternity clothes and children’s toys. Raffle, information, tea, coffee and homemade cakes. Admission £1. Contact 07866 924161. See advert on page 4. Halloween Faerie Fest: 12 – 5pm at Subud Hall, Powys, LD3 7HH. With stalls packed with lots of unusual gift items to choose from we put all your Christmas Shopping in one place while having some Halloween fun for the kiddies. Fantastic home baking served with teas and coffees. Children’s fancy dress competition. Contact 01656 451149. Stargazing Evening: 6.30 – 9.30pm at National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Cardiff Astronomical Society will once again be hosting an evening of stargazing. Price includes parking, soup and a roll. The event will run whatever the weather! Adults: £9, Children: £7 (minimum age guide 8+ years). Contact 01874 624 437.

Croft Castle and Parkland – Hallowe’en Spooktacular: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Enjoy ghost stories, face painting, spooky trails, pumpkin carving, broom stick racing and more family fun. Contact 01568 780246. Saturday 22nd October – Sunday 30th October Croft Castle and Parkland – Dungeons and Dragons Trail: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Follow the clues to track down Glendower the dragon on our family trail around the grounds and claim your prize at the end. Contact 01568 780246. Winter Craft Fayre: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley Visitor Centre, Rhayader. Parents browse at your leisure thanks to our children’s craft table. Contact 01597 810390. The Weir Garden – Spooky Happenings: 10.30am – 4pm at The Weir Garden, Swainshill. Wendy the Weir Witch has been up to mischief in the gardens, help us find her before she causes any more trouble. Once you have found her don’t forget to collect your prize. Contact 01981 590509. Saturday 22nd October – Sunday 6th November Berrington Hall – Ghostly Graveyard Trail: 10am – 4pm at Berrington Hall,

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What’s on: during October near Leominster. Follow our spooky trail around Brown’s final landscape and see where the best places are to find some of the ghosts of the past to collect a prize at the end. Contact 01568 615721. Sunday 23rd October Howey Hedgehog Rescue: 11am – 3pm at Elan Valley, Rhayader. Join Howey Hedgehog Rescue’s Elaine and Nigel to see what goes on behind the scenes during a hedgehog rescue. Learn how to care for our prickly hogs and how to improve our gardens for wildlife. Contact 01597 810390.

Wednesday 26th October Sugar Loaf Wild Wednesday: Join our rangers for a wild family adventure at The Sugar Loaf near Abergavenny this October half term. £3 per child. Contact 0844 249 1895. See advert and article on page 7. Halloween Fun Wild Wednesday: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. See advert and article on pages 8 & 9.

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Family Arts Festival – Storytelling from Space: 12pm at The Courtyard Centre for Arts, Hereford. Hear fabulous tales while you sit among the stars at The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. FREE (ticket required). See advert on page 16. Family Arts Festival – Intergalactic Quest Performance: 1.30pm at The Courtyard, Hereford. Over two days our holiday workshop-ers will be creating and rehearsing a performance of epic proportions for you to come and enjoy at Herefordshires Family Festival Space Jam! Tickets 50p. See advert on page 16.

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Family Arts Festival - Aerial Artist Performance: 10am at The Courtyard, Hereford. The wonderful Willow will be performing outside The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. See advert on page 16.

Holiday Childcare: 8am – 6pm at Coolkids, Cradoc Kids’ Club, Cradoc CP School. For ages between 3 and 12 years. £18 per day, £16 siblings, £10 per half day. For Christmas holiday dates please contact the Club. Contact 07914886648. See advert on page 2.

Family Arts Festival - Milky Way Experience: 10am at The Courtyard, Hereford. An amazing music and dance experience among the stars at The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. FREE (but ticketed). See advert on page 16.

Family Arts Festival – Paint The Courtyard Workshop: 2pm at The Courtyard Centre for Arts, Hereford. Illustrate a special space story with artist Chloe Douglas and take it to The Courtyard windows to paint our building! At The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. FREE (Ticket required). See advert on page 16.

FamilyArts Festival - Cookie Decorating: 10am – 6pm at The Courtyard, Hereford. Join Courtyard Chef Jan to decorate some star and galaxy cookies at The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. Drop by any time. See advert on page 16.

Family Arts Festival – 2Faced Dance Show: 4pm at The Courtyard, Hereford. Watch a gravity defying performance from 2Faced Dance at The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. See advert on page 16. Thursday 27th October Sunday 30th October

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Family Arts Festival - 3Degreez Cheerleader Performance: 11.30am at The Courtyard, Hereford. Watch 3Degreez Cheer stunt, tumble, jump and dance at The Courtyard SPACE JAM as part of Herefordshires Family Festival. See advert on page 16.

National Trust: Free Halloween themed events in Coelbren led by one of our rangers; come along and get crafty in Coelbren. Check out the website nationaltrust.org.uk/breconbeacons for further details and how to reserve your place.

Family Arts Festival – Lightsaber Combat Workshop: 11.30am at The Courtyard, Hereford. Courtyard Director David Durant teaches you how to dodge, duck and dive in a lightsaber battle. Please bring your own lightsaber! Ages 8-14. Tickets £3. See advert on page 16.

Firelight Autumn Abundance: 10am – 3pm. Woodland adventures at Kentchurch. 5 – 11 year olds. £25 per day). See www.firelight.org.uk. See advert on page 4. Half Term Activities: 12 – 4pm at The Big Pit, National Coal Museum Blaenavon. Come along and have a ‘hoot’ with us making crafty owls and animal species which you might find today on Coity Tip, plus other autumn-themed crafts. Small charge. Contact 0300 111 2 333. See advert and article on page 5.

Hallowe’en Pumpkin Trail: 11am – 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. We’ve hidden lots of carved pumpkins around the garden for you to find. Keep an eye out for the important clues hidden amongst them as they will help you solve the Powis Hallowe’en mystery! Contact 01938 551929. Friday 28th October Spooky Spectacular Halloween Crafts: 10.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 3.30pm

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What’s on: during October / November at Elan Valley, near Rhayader. Come along and make your own scary accessories in time for Halloween. £3 per child. Contact 01597 810880 or 01597 810390. Halloween: 6.30pm onwards at Madley, Stoney Street, Hereford, HR2 9NH. Join us if you dare… New for this year: Dark Wood Experience. £5 per person. Hot drinks, BBQ hot dogs and burgers to purchase. Enter via MESC main gate (Brightwells Auction Site). Contact 01981 251616. Saturday 29th October Family Arts Festival – Unlimited Imagination Saturday: 12 – 4pm at Hereford College of Arts. Hereford College of Arts and Meadow Arts have teamed up to create a very special art event for families this October half term. The day will be fun for everyone and events are free, so come along and try something new! Planetarium Show & Outer Planet Observation: 4 – 9pm at Elan Valley Visitor Centre, near Rhayader. Learn more about the upcoming Dark Skies for the month ahead with a talk and slideshow. Book a Planetarium Place for a guaranteed Dark Sky show. If clear, we’ll set up outside for an evening observation session of Uranus, Neptune and other celestial sights. Contact 01597 810880. Sunday 30th October Welsh National Foal Show: 10am at the Royal Welsh Showground. Admission Fees: Adults - £4.00 Children under 16 – FREE. Contact 01559 370529. The Weir Garden – Pumpkin Carving: 10.30am – 4pm at The Weir Garden, Swainshill. Come along and get messy in the glasshouse as we help you carve creative pumpkins for Hallowe’en.Contact 01981 590509. Berrington’s annual bonfire and fireworks: 4 – 8pm at Berrington Hall, 18

near Leominster. Bring the family for some Autumnal entertainment. Visit from 4pm for fireworks themed crafts from 4pm, music, hot food and drink and a warm around the bonfire whilst you wait for the fireworks to music display at 7pm. Contact 01568 615721. Friday 4th November Llanbedr School Bonfire Party: 7pm at Llanbedr School, Llanbedr, near Crickhowell. Come along to our Annual Bonfire Party and celebrate with a cup of hot chocolate and hot food. Free admission. Hot food, drinks, raffle. Hot Food served at 7.15pm Fireworks at 7.30pm. Contact 01873 890155. Saturday 5th November Caledonian Market: 11am. Market Hall, Brecon. Admission £1. Run by the Rotary Club of Brecon, this market raises monies for charity. The last day for collections to be made will be Wednesday 2nd November. Contact 01874 623556. Black Mountains Lions Bonfire & Firework Display: Gates open 6pm, bonfire lit at 6.45pm and fireworks start at 7pm at the Baskerville Hall, Clyro. Free Car-Parking.Variety of stalls including soup and hotdogs. Contact 01654 702653. Saturday 19th November – Sunday 20th November Croft Castle and Parkland – Christmas on the Croft Home Front: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Find Father Christmas in his workshop for an early gift for the first three weekends in December. £5 per child for Father Christmas, includes gift. Booking essential for Father Christmas. contact 01568 780246. Berrington Hall – Christmas with the Georgians: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster. Join us as we celebrate Christmas 18th-century style

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with Georgian music, food, dancing and some of the traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house. Contact 01568 615721. Wednesday 23rd November Sixth Form Information Evening: 6.30 – 8pm at Lady Hawkins’ School, Kington, Herefordshire. Come along, ask questions and find out more. We look forward to seeing you! Contact 01544 230441. See advert and article on pages 16 & 17. Friday 25th November Santa’s Grand Arrival: 6.30pm at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Welcome Santa as he arrives on his sleigh! Bouncy castle, disco and a festive menu. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and article on pages 8 & 9. Friday 25th November – Sunday 27th November Hay Festival Winter Weekend: Events take place at venues around the town, and include a wide range of author events, music, comedy and performance, as well as workshops for kids and a Christmas shopping happy hour with mulled wine and mince pies galore. Hay’s Christmas lights are turned on during the weekend. Contact 01497 822629. Illuminated Gardens: 5 – 8.30pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. Brighten up your dark winter nights with a stroll around our spectacular illuminated formal gardens, terraces and courtyard. The Castle. Courtyard Restaurant, Gift Shop and Christmas Shop will be open until 8pm. Event ticket prices:Adult £5.20 Garden only; £6.70 Castle & Garden. Child £2.60 Garden only; £3.35 Castle & Garden. Contact 01938 551929. Saturday 26th November Brecon Christmas Market: 9am – 7pm. Contact 01832 281274.

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What’s on: during November / December Hay-on-Wye Winter Food Festival: 10am – 4pm at the Memorial Car Park, Hay.This celebrates all that’s good about winter cooking, with over 50 companies and stalls from local producers and free musical entertainment. Free entry. Contact 07779 012019. Saturday 26th November Sunday 27th November Croft Castle and Parkland – Christmas on the Croft Home Front: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Find Father Christmas in his workshop for an early gift for the first three weekends in December. £5 per child for Father Christmas, includes gift. Booking essential for Father Christmas. contact 01568 780246. Brecon Mountain Railway Santa Special: What better way to visit Santa than by train! Let Brecon Mountain Railway take you on a magical journey to see Santa himself. Family trains leave at 10.30, 12.00, 1.30, 3.00 and 4.30. Contact 01685 722988. See advert and article on page 6 for more details. Berrington Hall – Christmas with the Georgians: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster. Join us as we celebrate Christmas 18th-century style with Georgian music, food, dancing and some of the traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house. Contact 01568 615721. Father Christmas in his Grotto: 11am – 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. Meeting Father Christmas is one of the experiences that makes the festive period so magical. Bring along your family and as well as adding a bit of sparkle to your Yuletide, you’ll be doing your bit to support ongoing conservation work at Powis. Each child will receive a Christmas gift and cookie. Child £6.50. Adult accompanying a paying child - no charge. Contact 01938 551929. 18

Saturday 26th November – Saturday 7th January Courtyard presents: Aladdin: Hop on board a magical carpet ride at The Courtyard, Hereford. Tickets £10 - £21. Contact 01432 340555. See advert on page 16. Monday 28th November – Tuesday 29th November 2016 Royal Welsh Winter Fair: At the Royal Welsh Showground, Llanelwedd. See advert and article on pages 10 & 11. Friday 2nd December – Sunday 4th December

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Mountain Railway take you on a magical journey to see Santa himself. Family trains leave at 10.30, 12.00, 1.30, 3.00 and 4.30. Contact 01685 722988. See advert and article on page 6 for more details. Berrington Hall – Christmas with the Georgians: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster. Join us as we celebrate Christmas 18th-century style with Georgian music, food, dancing and some of the traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house. Contact 01568 615721.

Illuminated Gardens: 5 – 8.30pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. Brighten up your dark winter nights with a stroll around our spectacular illuminated formal gardens, terraces and courtyard. The Castle. Courtyard Restaurant, Gift Shop and Christmas Shop will be open until 8pm. Event ticket prices:Adult £5.20 Garden only; £6.70 Castle & Garden. Child £2.60 Garden only; £3.35 Castle & Garden. Contact 01938 551929.

Father Christmas in his Grotto: 11am – 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. Meeting Father Christmas is one of the experiences that makes the festive period so magical. Bring along your family and as well as adding a bit of sparkle to your Yuletide, you’ll be doing your bit to support ongoing conservation work at Powis. Each child will receive a Christmas gift and cookie. Child £6.50. Adult accompanying a paying child - no charge. Contact 01938 551929.

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The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. Contact 01874 610610. See advert and article on pages 12 & 13.

Croft Castle and Parkland – Christmas on the Croft Home Front: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Find Father Christmas in his workshop for an early gift for the first three weekends in December. £5 per child for Father Christmas, includes gift. Booking essential for Father Christmas. contact 01568 780246. Brecon Mountain Railway Santa Special: What better way to visit Santa than by train! Let Brecon

Friday 9th December – Monday 12th December Brecon Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival: Contact 01874 610610. See advert and article on pages 12 & 13.

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What’s on: during December Saturday 10th December Sunday 11th December The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. Contact 01874 610610. See advert and article on pages 12 & 13. Croft Castle and Parkland – Christmas on the Croft Home Front: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Find Father Christmas in his workshop for an early gift for the first three weekends in December. £5 per child for Father Christmas, includes gift. Booking essential for Father Christmas. contact 01568 780246.

Sunday 11th December Big Pit Babies Christmas Event: 11.30am – 12.30pm & 1.30 – 2.30pm at Big Pit, National Coal Museum, Blaenavon. A chance for younger visitors to meet Mother Christmas and find out what’s been happening in the Christmas household. Has Rudolph been a good reindeer this year£ Has Father Christmas finished painting the sleigh. £5 per child, includes a gift. Come along and find out more. Suitable for 0-5 ages. Must book in advanced. Limited spaces. Contact 02920 573650. See advert and article on page 5. Saturday 17th December

Brecon Mountain Railway Santa Special: What better way to visit Santa than by train! Let Brecon Mountain Railway take you on a magical journey to see Santa himself. Family trains leave at 10.30, 12.00, 1.30, 3.00 and 4.30. Contact 01685 722988. See advert and article on page 6 for more details.

Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Crafts: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley Visitor Centre, near Rhayader. Santa will be stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Don’t miss your chance to give him your Christmas list. While you wait to see Santa why not make your own Christmas Crafts and Decorations? Contact 01597 810390.

Berrington Hall – Christmas with the Georgians: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster. Join us as we celebrate Christmas 18th-century style with Georgian music, food, dancing and some of the traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house. Contact 01568 615721.

The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. Contact 01874 610610. See advert and article on pages 12 & 13.

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at 10.30, 12.00, 1.30, 3.00 and 4.30. Contact 01685 722988. See advert and article on page 6 for more details. Berrington Hall – Christmas with the Georgians: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster. Join us as we celebrate Christmas 18th-century style with Georgian music, food, dancing and some of the traditions enjoyed by the gentry of a grand mansion house. Contact 01568 615721. Father Christmas in his Grotto: 11am – 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool. Meeting Father Christmas is one of the experiences that makes the festive period so magical. Bring along your family and as well as adding a bit of sparkle to your Yuletide, you’ll be doing your bit to support ongoing conservation work at Powis. Each child will receive a Christmas gift and cookie. Child £6.50. Adult accompanying a paying child - no charge. Contact 01938 551929. Sunday 18th December Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Crafts: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley Visitor Centre, near Rhayader. Santa will be stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Don’t miss your chance to give him your Christmas list. While you wait to see Santa why not make your own Christmas Crafts and Decorations? Contact 01597 810390. Father Christmas at Big Pit: 10.30am – 4pm at Big Pit, National Coal Museum, Blaenavon. Be amazed as Father Christmas arrives at Pit Top, travelling 300ft UP from underground on his way to Lapland. Once he’s arrived (and found his elves!), there’ll be an opportunity to visit him in his cottage, until 4pm, and tell him what’s on your Christmas list. Are you in his naughty or good book. Suitable for all children. No booking necessary. Cost £5 per child to include a gift. Contact 0300 111 2 333. See advert and article on page 5.

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What’s on: during December / January Monday 19th December Friday 23rd December Brecon Mountain Railway Santa Special: What better way to visit Santa than by train! Let Brecon Mountain Railway take you on a magical journey to see Santa himself. Family trains leave at 10.30, 12.00, 1.30, 3.00 and 4.30. Contact 01685 722988. See advert and article on page 6 for more details. Tuesday 20th December Free Christmas themed events in Coelbren led by one of our rangers: Come along and get crafty in Coelbren. Check out the website nationaltrust. org.uk/brecon-beacons for further details and how to reserve your place. Saturday 24th December Santa’s Grotto & Christmas Crafts: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley Visitor Centre, near Rhayader. Santa will

be stopping at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre. Don’t miss your chance to give him your Christmas list. While you wait to see Santa why not make your own Christmas Crafts and Decorations? Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 31st December New Year Walk In: 10.30pm at Llanwrtyd Wells. You are invited to take part in a short walk leaving the town square at 10:30pm on New Years’ Eve. Carrying burning torches to light the way, the procession follows the ‘Mari’, a decorated horse’s skull carried on a pole by the leader, to the Abernant Lake Hotel on the outskirts of town. Contact 01591 610666.

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Sunday 1st January NewYears DayWalk: 11am at Llanwrtyd Wells. An 8 mile guided walk starting at 11am on New Years Day from the town square. Contact 01591 610666.

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