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Spring 2017 Issue 9.
nd Useful a e tiv informa with s t n e r for pa aged n e r child 0 - 12 years
Highlights: Josie Pearson • Yoga Parent and Child Class • South Powys Community Football Hub
Activity Ideas • Days Out • Interesting Articles • Recipes Reviews Competitions Please mention Cariads•Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts What’s On Listings • 7+ Pages
Jason & The Argonauts Wednesday 12th April, 2pm & 7pm Jason is an ordinary human in a world bursting with gods, monsters and superheroes. Assembling a team of mighty Argonauts, he takes the fabulous ship Argo on the ultimate adventure – the quest for the Golden Fleece. But it won’t be easy. Along the way, he’ll meet crazy Kings, horrific Harpies, sinister Sirens… and the skeleton army of the Earthborn Dead. Does Jason have what it takes to be a hero, and bring the Golden Fleece back home?
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Don’t Dribble On The Dragon Tuesday 18th April, 2.30pm Tom is a toddler with a cool older brother, a secret dragon… and a dribbling problem that just won’t stop! When Tom’s endless drooling threatens to tear the brothers’ friendship apart can their dragon’s amazing magic help them put it back together again or will it only end up making things worse? With magic designed by Paul Daniels.
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Welcome to our Spring issue. What a great time of year; a rise in temperature, more blue skies than grey, time for the children to get outdoors. You’ll be pleased to hear that this issue showcases some great outdoor activities, from activity days to foraging for food, hill climbing to den building, tree houses to train rides. There’s also indoor activities when the weather is unkind. All activity ideas are local to our area. So the family and I have been going back and forth to Shanghai for the last nine months or so. My husband works out there so whilst the children are young enough we are prioritising family time and exploring! We’re having a blast and have a good balance between the UK and China. I’ve been keen to capture our time and adventures on camera, but recently I’ve been questioning at what point should you put the camera away and just enjoy the moment? Next time you’re out and about with your family, think about this.Yes take photos, but don’t always be behind the camera.Yes you’ll have less photos but being in on the action is so rewarding and so much more entertaining for the children. As we all know, they don’t stay children for long. Enjoy them. Enjoy living in the memories and taking just a few pictures along the way to look back on. The spotlight is on Josie Pearson this issue. Josie is such a respected young lady in our area. How many children can say they know or have met a Paralympic Gold Medalist? Please turn to page 15 and see what she has to say to bullies. Lastly, we have seven and a half pages of what’s on listings. From weekly classes to monthly events spanning March to July. Keep it in easy access for the various weekends and holidays. Enjoy our Spring issue. See you in the Summer. Lisa Marie Badham x
(Photo: Badham family at Century Park, Shanghai)
Competitions This issue we have two fab prizes up for grabs: • Two tickets to the Royal Welsh Spring show. • A copy of The Story of Life by Catherine Barr and Steve Williams. For your chance to win one of the above prizes, please complete our Word Search on page 18 and send to us by Monday 8th May 2017. The winners will be announced in our next issue. Autumn / Winter issue winners: Lara Howarth, Ruby Davies, Boughrood, Roz Thomas, Talgarth.
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Always looking for people who are keen! South Powys Community Football Hub, is a grassroots football and physical literacy organization, promoting confidence, motivation and social skills whilst developing physical literacy, and making new friends along the way. They currently have sessions in both Brecon and Gwernyfed, from pre-school multi skills classes to turn up and Play sessions, for mixed gender and open age sessions, all indoors which bring something different to the area. BUT their sessions are “Not Just Football�, they help attain FUNdamental movement and open sporting skills, which can then help those who wish to develop specific areas eg Goalkeepers. All these skills help a person make appropriate decisions, allowing them to move confidently, and with control in a wide range of physical activities. All coaching is by qualified coaches who are there to support individual growth. Headed up by a UEFA B licensed coach,they are keen to support the development of new coaches, and are always looking for people who are keen to get involved, to help ensure they provide a high quality, welcoming environment for everyone.
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Holiday Multi-Activity Days At Oaker Wood Leisure Activity Days at Oaker Wood are the sort of day children will remember for years to come. Their activity site is set in 175 acres of woodland where they offer a wide range of Outdoor Activities. Their Holiday Clubs run in school Holidays including Feb Half Term, Easter, May, Summer and Oct Half Term, each day starts at 9am and finish at 3.30pm The activity programme varies each day and includes a selection from Zip Wire, Monkey Climbing Low Rope Challenges and Woodland Games, Target Shooting, Raft Building, Survival Skills, Den Making and outdoor cooking in our Pizza Ovens. Some days will also include fun and games on their Inflatable Obstacle Course and Giant Slide. At £23.50 a day, with discounts for multi-day bookings, this offers excellent value for money for a fun packed day for your child during the school holidays. To book call Oaker Wood 01568 780111 – www.oakerwoodleisire.co.uk/holiday
Easter Sunday at Penyrheol Chapel Sunday 16th April A long tradition at Penyrheol Chapel, near Felindre, has been the Egg Hunt and other activities for children as a part of the Easter celebrations.
Teen Paintball Days
This year is no different and the service will begin on Easter Sunday afternoon at 3pm. All are welcome.
Bored teenagers in the holidays – forget about the Xbox and come and have some real adventure at Oaker Wood Leisure on one of their Paintball Days especially for Teenagers.
Christian band, Open Door, will lead the singing with a mix of gospel and traditional Easter hymns and songs and Rev’d Ifor Williams will talk to the children before they gather in the Stable for activities there.
Organised in school holidays each day starts at 9.30 and finishes at 3pm
Refreshments for everyone following the service. For more information please contact Janet (Secretary) 01874 711061 or janetm316@tiscali.co.uk
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Book Review:
Easter ‘Wild Wednesday’ Fun!
Tom Gates is Absolutely Fantastic by Liz Pichon This book is about a boy called Tom and tells the story of how he prepares and survives a school activity residential trip. He isn’t very organised and is in danger of not going on the trip as he keeps forgetting his permission slip. Packing for the trip is a disaster, but he gets there in the end. I liked this book because it is Funny and Exciting! The author lays out the pages in an interesting way and she uses funny words, lots of pictures and different fonts to enhance her story for the readers, for example, when things get scary she changes the font to express this. This book would suit readers who like funny stories and adventures with lots of snacks! It is suitable for 7-12 year olds. I really enjoyed this book and have bought some other Tom Gates books since. I do get through them quite quickly, so I hope she is coming up with some more soon. Review by Ben Tiernan (age 10)
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Crafty youngsters are invited to visit the award winning, Old Railway Line Garden Centre to enjoy two fun filled workshops this Easter school break.The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, located between Brecon and Hay-on-Wye, host a different workshop for children every Wednesday of the school holidays. Manager, Katie Eckley explained: “We know it can be hard to keep the children entertained during the school holidays which is why we introduced our popular ‘Wild Wednesdays’ a few of years ago. “On 12th April we have a fun Easter themed workshop planned which includes decorating an Egg Cup and Giant Easter Card to take home. There will also be other Easter themed craft activities and a fun Egg Hunt around the plant area. “The workshop on 19th April will see the return of the popular ‘Farmyard Fun’ workshop. This event will include painting and planting a pot before visiting our pet lambs and other animals! There will also be other fun crafts to enjoy and a Farmyard Animal Hunt.” The workshops cost just £4 per child including all materials needed to take part. Pre-booking is required on-line or by calling 01497 847055 as spaces are limited and please be aware that all children must be accompanied by an adult. The workshops start at 10.30am, 11.30am and 12.30pm. For more information about the Old Railway Line Garden Centre or the Wild Wednesday workshop please contact the Old Railway Line directly by calling 01497 847055 or visiting their website www.oldrailwaylinegc.co.uk.
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Excitement and freedom! The Firelight folk have been busy this year welcoming the Spring with the Firelight Spring Awakening. In the roundhouse woodland on the Kentchurch estate they found the first signs of Spring, they lit fires to keep warm, they looked at the way animals build their homes to keep warm and built dens themselves, they played games of hiding and creeping and camouflage to bring more awareness to how animals survive. The Firelight Easter Exploration will bring the excitement and freedom of foraging for their own food in the woodland and surrounding land. It is a time of year to celebrate the abundance of life and growth, in doing so they will learn to identify some of the plants, trees and birds. It is their belief at Firelight that only by learning to love the world around us will we be able to actively care for it.We are part of this world and so they learn the courage it takes to be kind, and to cooperate, and so build resilience. Look out on the Firelight Facebook page and website for more dates, the Firelight Summer Foray returns in August.
FIRELIGHT EASTER EXPLORATION Woodland Adventures
5 - 11 year olds 18th - 21st April 10am - 3pm ÂŁ25 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 an up to date DBS check. 6
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Nature awaits you this Easter The Sugar Loaf near Abergavenny provides the perfect escape for you and your kids this Easter holiday and is one of the magnificent places looked after by the National Trust. Dominating the skyline and surrounding countryside, the Sugar Loaf is one of the highest peaks in the heart of the Black Mountains and offers glorious panoramic views from the summit. In contrast to the peak’s rugged wilderness, a haven is waiting to be explored in the sheltered woodland of St Mary’s Vale, and this is where your Easter adventure begins. If you’re searching for activities to do as a family and discover what spring has to offer, then look no further than the National Trust’s hugely popular 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ campaign. This list of 50 fun outdoor activities, from climbing a huge hill to building a den and creating some wild art, is a great way to get the whole family active and closer to nature. The kids will feel a great sense of accomplishment as they gradually tick off each
activity on the list and discover new adventures. Every time you visit, you help to look after these special places forever for everyone, so don’t sit back and relax, get up and explore the countryside and check out their website for events and further information www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sugarloaf-and-usk-valley Ffotograffaeth/Photographs © National Trust
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Royal Welsh Spring Festival – a celebration of smallholding and rural life A fantastic weekend-long celebration of smallholding and rural life. The two-day festival, with its action-packed programme of entertainment, have-a-go educational activities, displays and performances, offers the perfect day out for everyone: Livestock, over 100 horse classes, mallholder’s workshops, talks and demonstrations, hundreds of tradestands, children’s activities, entertaining displays, gifts & crafts, dog show, living classroom & learning activities, trail running
festival & family fun run, country sports, gardening, food & drink quarter, cookery demonstrations, street food area, folk dancing and live music. FREE entry for all children (16 and under). The festival is open till late on Saturday evening, so go and enjoy an early summer evening of street food and live music with friends. For more information, or to get your discounted early bird e-ticket, visit www.rwas.wales
New Spring Range now in stock Gorgeous unisex bunny outfits & gifts for Easter New backpacks & lunch bags Quality clothes, shoes & gifts for newborns through to age 11 years
Handmade silver personalised fingerprint Jewellery now available in store
TEL: 01874 610066
info@littlepoppetsclothing.co.uk www.littlepoppetsclothing.co.uk Little Poppets, 98 The Struet, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7LS
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Learning Welsh through songs, story and craft! On the third Friday of every month the Play Barn is proud to host Ffermwyr Bach 10.30am - 12.30pm. The group provides children and adults an opportunity to learn some Welsh through songs, story and craft. After the group, there’s time to chat over a cuppa while the little ones enjoy the facilities! During this time you can also discuss the benefits of bilingualism for your child with Ceri from Cymraeg i Blant De Powys and Bethan from Menter Brycheiniog a Maesyfed, as well as time to chat about the support available to introduce some Cymraeg to your family.
Tel: 01874 623480 “Award winning Soft Play. The fun awaits!” Now selling Rijo42 bean to cup coffee
Peter Pan at Wyeside Arts Centre (Recorded Live) Saturday 10th June: 2pm £13.50 Full (£11.50 Concession). A recorded performance of JM Barrie’s much-loved tale, captured live in front of an audience at the National Theatre. All children, except one, grow up… When Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys, loses his shadow, headstrong Wendy helps him to reattach it. In return, she is invited to Neverland, where Tinker Bell the fairy,Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook await. A riot of magic, music and make-believe ensues. A delight for children and adults alike, Sally Cookson (NT Live: Jane Eyre) directs this wondrously inventive production, a co-production with Bristol Old Vic theatre. “Spellbindingly imaginative. An edgy and dazzling production that lights up the National Theatre” 5 Stars - Radio Times Est. running time: 2hrs 30mins (inc. one interval).
Open Wed-Sun 10am-5pm Open 7 Days Powys School Holidays Located at Brynich, 1 mile east of Brecon www.breconplaybarn.co.uk
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Kids Recipe:
No-cook play dough recipe
Making play dough without cooking is an easy and fun way to entertain the kids. Children will love to squish, squash and get creative with this childhood favourite while you’ll enjoy the no-cook factor! AIngredients: long tradition at Penyrheol Chapel, near Felindre, 1 cup saltthe Egg Hunt and other activities for has been 3 cups as plain flourof the Easter celebrations. children a part 60ml (1 tbsp) vegetable oil This year is no different and the service will begin on food colouring Easter Sunday afternoon at 3pm. All are welcome. 250ml (1 cup) water
Method: 1: Mix all the dry ingredients and add oil. 2: Add the food colouring to water. 3: Slowly add the water until the desired consistency is reached. 3: Kneading will help to improve the texture, so let your kids get into it!
Notes: 1: Wrap the play dough up well after your child has finished playing with it in a ziplock bag (with all the air squeezed out) and then pop in an airtight plastic box. This way, it’ll stay fresh for another day. 2: Add the food colouring to the play dough and kneed on a plastic board if you don’t want to turn your wooden chopping board a funny colour! 3: Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to make decorations. Use a straw to make a hole for hanging and then thread the air-dried shapes on to pretty ribbon or string to make a colourful garland. 12
Many children these days would recognise Justin Fletcher – In Justin’s House, in the Cbeebies Panto, or as one of his many characters from Gigglebiz. Maybe parents will have recognised something familiar about the voice of Jake from the Tweenies? Probably the first time children see him is in Something Special – Justin appears as himself and as his most well-known alter ego ‘Mr Tumble’ … and often as Grandad Tumble, Lord Tumble, Baby Tumble and the two Aunts, Polly and SukiTumble! Whether as himself or his characters, Justin uses sign language. It can be quite infectious, copying the signs alongside the kids! We’re not sure which part makes it such a hit with young children, the familiar format, the ‘clowning around’ or the songs and phrases which they can join in with. Either way it is clear that he is a great communicator. Right from day one our children are communicating with us, often it is us who don’t understand! As new parents, we try one thing after another until we solve the problem, is he hungry? Is it his nappy? Is he tired? Does he want a cuddle? We get there in the end! As time goes on the communication develops, a smile wins a smile, my tongue poking out – your tongue.Touch, tone of voice, that smile is as much a tool of communication as the words we say. Every waking moment our kids are soaking up all the sights, sounds and experiences around them. We hang so much on those early milestones! First full night’s sleep, first smile, first roll from front to back.They make us wait a long time for that first ‘dada’ or ‘mama’! Even longer for those two word sentences! For some it can be a frustrating wait (children as well as parents)! Signing with your child gives both of you an extra layer of communication. Just as we use tone of voice alongside the actual words to give meaning. In the same way that actions sit alongside songs. Long before our children will sing with us they will use their hands to copy a songs actions.This too is baby signing! Not sure where to start? Go along to The Muse in Brecon on a Wednesday morning.The sessions run each week during term time and you can begin at any point. Familiar songs and new ones, weekly signs and friendly staff who get you started on your own adventure. The signs are usually quite logical and work alongside whatever language you speak. The ones you use often will quickly become memorable. Then of course there is the cuppa, chat and play – that is just as important!
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REVIEW
“A lovely way to spend time with your child” I turned up to Rob’s No Worries Yoga Parent and Child class on a soggy Saturday accompanied by one very excited seven year old Henry and one extremely sceptical ten year old Sam! Rob’s yoga studio is found on the first floor of the Wellbeing Centre on St Mary’s St, Brecon. The studio was light and warm, a welcome change from the grotty weather outside! The class lasted for an hour, which flew by! Rob was so relaxed and happy for my boys to do whatever they felt comfortable doing that I was able to concentrate on my own yoga, something I really didn’t anticipate happening! He was so calm, which the children really responded to, and allowed them to experiment with what he was showing them (at one point this involved the lesser known ‘Turkey Pose’). Rob knows that I have a problem with my ear and incorporated some exercises he thought might help. He really does do his best to individually tailor the class for his students. Sam loved the warrior pose best and Henry’s favourite was the relaxation at the end of the class, which Rob was very happy to let him make himself a little bed out of cushions and blankets for. Rob’s regular classes also have a relaxation session, which usually lasts about 15 minutes, this one lasted more like seven or eight minutes, which made it more manageable for wiggly children! I’m not sure that Sam is totally convinced by the benefits of yoga, though he did enjoy the experience, but Henry and I definitely are! We left feeling beautifully stretched and relaxed. What a lovely way to spend time with your child on a Saturday! Namaste everyone! Rob runs yoga classes throughout the week at the Wellbeing Centre. His Parent and Child class is on Saturdays at 12pm. Review written by Laura Williams 14
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Spotlight on: Josie Pearson Up until the age of 17 I was an able bodied horse riding fanatic who dreamed of being a three day eventer, all that was turned upside down when I was involved in a car accident in which I broke my neck and my life changed forever.
friend, teacher or parents so they can support you and then help you tell the right people in school so they can stop the bully.Try to ignore them or just walk away.Always remember that you’re a valuable person and focus on all the things you are good at to help stay positive.
After I’d completed my rehab I knew I wanted to get back into competitive sport, I started playing wheelchair rugby and eventually found my niche in discus in which I won a gold medal at the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
What would you say to a bully? Do you actually realise how you’re making that person feel? Would you like it if you were getting bullied? Being a nice person will get you much further in life.
Where did you go to Primary and High School? Hay on Wye Primary School and Fairfield High School.
Best childhood memory? My first riding lessons. I remember a little Shetland called Billy who would quite often buck me off, it never put me off just made me more determined to get back on and try again.
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Worst thing about being at school? I really enjoyed school but I’d have to say the end of playtime/break. Best thing about being at school? Seeing my friends everyday and science lessons. If you were to go back to school now, what would you do different? Put the same amount of effort in the subjects I wasn’t so keen as I did in the ones I really enjoyed. Best school dinner? Sausage, chips and peas. Worst school dinner? Curry. What advice would you give to someone being bullied? First of all you’re not alone, tell someone you trust, a
What is you typical meal during training? Chicken with rice and lots of vegetables. What tips can you give local children about taking part in sport? Try lots of different sports and most of all enjoy it. If you find one you really enjoy then join a local club and maybe work up to some competitions or set yourself goals to achieve. When is your next competition? I currently have an injury so I’m not sure. What is top of your bucket list? A skydive. Josie pictured above with partner Paul
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Discover a world of treehouses, trains and treasure at Perrygrove Railway Discover a world of treehouses, trains and treasure. Armed with a key, clues and a day of fun ahead, explore the whole of Perrygrove to unlock your box of treasure! A trip takes just over 30 minutes but most passengers get off to go to the picnic and play area at Foxy Hollow, or to go treasure hunting. There is no charge for extra rides – your ticket lasts all day and you can ride the steam train as many times as you like! There are four stations on our railway, each with paths leading to lovely walks through beautiful woodland. Their indoor village is fun for kids and just about big enough for most grown ups too! It’s home to five houses connected by secret passages – they’re the perfect place for a game of hide and seek! This is where you find your treasure. There are two new events for 2017.The Teddy Bears Picnic is on Sunday 14th May. Get in for half price if
you bring your favourite teddy bear. Cider, Sausages and Steam takes place on Saturday 8th July. There will be live music, cooking demonstrations and lots of local food and drink available.
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Quackers - 13 years of fun Quackers is a family play centre, situated close to Newbridge-On-Wye, Llandrindod Wells, LD1 6HR (just off the A483 & A470). As well as a 4 lane astro slide, they have the biggest drop slide in Mid-Wales, a tube slide, roller racers, a rope bridge, ball pool and many other exciting features including softball cannons and double dropslide in their new extension which opened in 2014. There is also a soft play area for toddlers. Outside there is a large sandpit, race track with pedal go-karts, and a nature walk round the lake. At Quackers children don’t have all the fun. Adults are allowed on all the play equipment too. Their 5 star hygiene rated Cowshed Café serves a wide selection of home cooked meals and snacks, and upstairs they have two themed party rooms and a larger room for parties, meetings or small conferences. They have a number of options in their party package, so why not hold your special party at
Quackers and enjoy 1 hour 30 minutes of fun on the play equipment, followed by 30 minutes feasting in one of the themed party rooms? Choose between the Quackers’ Diner (seats 10) or the Enchanted Forest (seats 30). From October last year they started a pre-school session from 12.30 - 3.30pm on a Monday during term time, so why not go along so your little ones can play? Please be aware that during very busy periods they may regretfully have to limit your stay in the play area to 2 hours, for safety reasons. At other times you will be allowed to stay for as long as they are open, and as long as you have the energy!
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OPENING TIMES School Holidays: Everyday 10am - 6pm Term Time: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4 - 8pm Pre-school session: Monday 12.30 - 3.30pm Thursday 10am - 3pm Saturday, Sunday 10am - 6pm For more information contact us on 01597 860111 or visit www.quackersnow.com
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Spot the difference
Can you spot 15 things that are different in these two pictures?
broom, 12. Manure, 13. Breastplate on horse, 14. Horse’s mane, 15. Girl’s boots helmet, 8. Stall name sign, 9. Horse in stall wearing halter, 10. Polo wraps on horse’s legs, 11. Pitchfork & Answers: 1. Horse’s bridle, 2.Missing stirrup, 3. Hanging halter, 4. Brush out of box, 5. Cat stripes, 6. Girl’s 20
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Maze Help the snail to get home!
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Father and Son Jokes Q: What do you call a pig that does karate?
Q: How do you make antifreeze?
A: A pork chop.
A: You steal her pajamas.
Ben: “Dad, there is a hole in my shoe.”
Dad: “Yes, Ben, that’s where you put your foot.”
Q: Why did the fish blush?
A: Because it saw the ocean’s bottom.
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The future of the Welsh Medium stream at Brecon High School There are those who felt that the vote by the County Councillors at their meeting on 7th March gave some hope to all those who are supporting the continuation of the Welsh Medium stream at Brecon High School. This was all dashed at the Cabinet meeting held on the 14th March, when the vote of the Cabinet members, albeit far from being overwhelming, was to proceed with the proposal to end the provision with effect from 31st August 2017. It is not the end. Whilst the County Council are going to push ahead by publishing the statutory notice to end the provision, there is the opportunity to object to this, of which I know there will be many who will wish to do so. As a school we have continued to make our representations but we are fortunate in having a range of parents and members of the community who are also campaigning to retain the Welsh Medium provision. This is an argument for the community, seeking not only to preserve the provision, but also to build it so that it is a thriving and sustainable part of the school and a part of our community. David Meredith, our Chair of Governors and County Councillor, attended the Cabinet meeting and has expressed his disappointment at the outcome, but has also re-iterated that the Governing Body continues to support a Welsh Medium stream at Brecon High School. We are also grateful for the on-going support of our other local Councillors, including Matthew Dorrance and Gillian Thomas, who have spoken strongly in our favour. The school has been subjected to 3 consultations, the first one starting in March 2015. Over that time the reasons for removing the provision subtly changed. The most recent arguments for closing the provision given by the County Council have been around the current size of the provision and a need to ensure robust linguistic progression and appropriate curriculum choice for Welsh Medium pupils throughout all key stages of education. It is worth looking at these 2 factors from the school’s position. The numbers of pupils in our Welsh Medium stream are low, that cannot be denied, however this has a 22
lot to do with the impact of the first consultation, where there was a belief it was a ‘fait accompli’ and around half of the 70 pupils who were in the Welsh stream at that time then moved, mostly, to Builth Wells High School. The continued uncertainty caused by the ongoing consultations inevitably had an impact on the number of pupils that joined us in both September 2015 and September 2016. Parents spoke to us about the need to have a certainty regarding the provision they wanted for their child, you cannot disagree with this, however the school has suffered from the impact of this to a point where the low numbers we have, is used as a reason the provision should be removed. That is hard to accept. You must not forget that there has been no plan to grow the numbers of pupils who could join a Welsh Medium stream. We only have 2 feeders, why could there not be more? When looking at the linguistic progress and curriculum choice, the school was faced with a difficult choice again with our Welsh Medium stream. With such small numbers we could not offer the full breadth of Welsh Medium classes that we would have liked, it is not economically viable without adversely impacting on the education of those pupils in the English stream. Whilst we did offer a number of GCSE option subjects, we cannot run these groups if the pupils did not opt for them! The school has also been criticised for not offering Welsh Medium subjects at A-level. We have often repeated the clarification on this. Brecon High School is part of the South Powys Consortium, which is a group of Secondary Schools and a College, who work together to provide Post 16 courses, both academic and vocational for the pupils in our schools. As part of this, it is agreed Builth Wells High School will offer the A-levels through the medium of Welsh. As a result, we do not offer these courses. It is difficult to be criticised for not offering Welsh Medium A-levels, when it has never been planned for us to do so! Whilst there is no doubt that this decision will have a significant impact on Brecon High School, we also need to focus on the parents and pupils, they are the ones who will be most affected. We
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have had commitment and support from the parents and pupils in the Welsh stream and now they are potentially facing another difficult choice for their children. These are pupils who are a part of the school, they have formed relationships with other pupils and staff. They have contributed to the ethos and its recent success. They feel safe, they are happy. Now there are choices to be made about staying in a Welsh Medium stream and which other Welsh Medium school they might attend. They may also make a decision to leave the Welsh stream all together. Year 9 pupils have made their GCSE choices to begin next September – if they move they may not be able to have these same choices. These pupils will have also completed Key Stage 3 studying Welsh First Language, legally they have to continue this – they cannot transfer to Welsh Second Language. They are being forced to move, essentially. We also know that there are 10 pupils who wanted to join the Welsh stream at Brecon High School in Year 7 this September, they are now faced with having to make another difficult choice. The significant increase we were expecting is a sign of how the school is now viewed, what we have to offer and of our on-going commitment. We have to face the fact we now move into the phase where objections need to be raised during the 28 days of the objection period. Whilst this will end during April, we will not have any real idea when this will be discussed again by the Cabinet. It will be a new Cabinet, given that we are now entering the election period and there will be no decision making taking place. I would ask that the community maintain the pressure on the County Council by writing their objections and sending them to the County Council. The 3 consultations have demonstrated that there are many different aspects to consider in regard to the future of the Welsh Medium stream. It is not just about the educational provision. Consider the travel the pupils will face, consider the cost of this travel, which is going to be an addition to the current transport costs. Consider the future for Ysgol-y-Bannau, consider the impact on promoting the Welsh Language. Consider the loss to the
new school buildings that will open in September 2019. Ultimately this is a decision that will make any reinstatement of Welsh Medium provision in the Brecon area almost impossible to reverse. Let us hope they get it right. There are a great number of parents who are working together, in opposition to this decision, we are grateful to them for the work they are doing. We are aware of meetings that have been secured already, we hope that these bring further strength to the weight of argument to retain Welsh Medium provision for Brecon and our local community. In order to respond I would suggest reading the documentation that has been produced, which is available on the County Council website, the link is; http://www.powys.gov.uk/en/corporate/find-outabout-consultations-in-powys/brecon-high-schoolwelsh-medium-stream/ The deadline for responses is the 13th April and should be either posted to Mr Jeremy Patterson, Chief Executive and Director of Education, Powys County Council, County Hall, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5LG or emailed to school. modernisation@powys.gov.uk Whatever happens, we must continue to put pressure on the County Council to deliver the best opportunities for the education of our young people. Rob Broadbridge - Headteacher at Brecon High School
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Amazing Wildlife: Ten Facts About Turtles!
From giant, slow-moving land-dwelling tortoises and snappy terrapins basking in their fresh-water lagoons, to the graceful strokes of a sea turtle gliding through our oceans - check out our ten totally awesome turtle facts, below! 1. Turtles belong to one of the oldest reptile groups in the world - beating snakes, crocodiles and alligators! 2. These creatures date back to the time of the dinosaurs, over 200 million years ago - woah! 3. Turtles are easily recognised by their bony, cartilaginous shell.This super-tough casing acts like a shield to protect them from predators - some turtles can even tuck their head up inside their shell for extra protection! 4. Just like your bones, a turtle’s shell is actually part of its skeleton. It’s made up of over 50 bones which include the turtle’s rib cage and spine. 5. Contrary to popular belief, a turtle cannot come out of its shell. The turtle’s shell grows with them, so it’s impossible for them to grow too big for it! 6. What a turtle eats depends on the environment it lives in. Land-dwelling turtles will munch on beetles, fruit and grass, whereas sea dwellers will gobble everything from algae to squid and jellyfish. 7. Some turtles are carnivores (meat eaters), others are herbivores (plant eaters) and some are omnivores (a mixture of the two!). Many baby turtles start life as carnivores but grow to eat more plants as they mature. 8. Turtles are ‘amniotes’ - they breathe air and lay their eggs on land, although many species live in or around water. 9. These cold-blooded creatures have an incredibly long life span.The oldest ever recorded, named Tu’i Malila, of Tonga Island, passed away at the grand old age of 188! 10. Sadly, many species of turtle are endangered! 129 of approximately 300 species of turtle and tortoise on Earth today are either vulnerable, endangered, or critically endangered, according to the IUCN. Threats include loss of habitat, poaching and the illegal pet trade. 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. Quackers Pre-School Session: (Term time only). 12.30 – 3.30pm. Quackers Indoor Play Centre, New Mead Farm, Newbridge-on-Wye, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 6HR. Contact 01597 860111. See advert and editorial on page 19. 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 24. 2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 - 6.30pm. www. girlguiding.org.uk. Brownies: 6 – 7.30pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677. Brecon Welsh Language Youth Club: Term time only. 6 – 8pm. Brecon Youth Centre. Contact 01874 622658. 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. Cheeky Cherubs Playgroup: 10am 12pm at Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. Join us for a cuppa and a natter whilst the kids play! £2 per child, 50p for each additional child. Snacks and tea & coffee included in the price.
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: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free & 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 editorial on page 14. Builth Wells Welsh Language Youth Club: 3.30 – 5pm at Riverside Community Centre. Term time. Contact 01874 622658. 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. Kids Drama and Craft Club: 4 - 5.30pm. The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. South Powys Community Football Hub – Football for Girls: (Term time only). 4.30 - 5.15pm Caterpillars (new to football.) 5.15 - 6pm Butterflies (have played before or are confident.) Brecon High School Sports Hall. For girls aged from 5 -11 years. Each session £2. Contact Tony, e-mail southpowysfootballhub@ gmail.com or 07854 012841. See advert and editorial on page 2. Weobley Brownies and Guides: 5.30 – 7pm. Contact for venue. www. girlguiding.org.uk/brownies Brecon Tennis Club: 5.30 – 7.30pm at Brecon Leisure Centre. Free to members, £2 to non members. All levels welcome. Contact Bryan 07817 002318.
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Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Globe Makers: 6pm.The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. South Powys Community Football Hub - Boy and Girls Goal Keeping Sessions: (Term time only). 6 – 7pm for Junior school age. 7 – 8pm for High school age. Brecon High School Sports Hall. Contact Tony, e-mail southpowysfootballhub@ gmail.com or 07854 012841. See advert and editorial on page 2. Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. For more information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter. 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. The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact 01873 813756. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677. WEDNESDAY Clifford Explorers: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Contact 07786 064089. 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. Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 9.30 – 11.30am. Term time. Escleyside Hall (behind Michaelchurch Escley Primary 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.
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What’s on: during the week 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 editorial on pages 12 & 13. 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 editorial on page 14. Ddraig Wern Fencing Club: 6.30 – 7.30pm (Juniors - U13), 7.30 – 9pm (Seniors). Gwernyfed Community Sports Hall. Contact Richard Jenkins 07980 693972. 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 editorial on page 14. 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. Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 10am – 12pm.The Muse, Brecon. Contact 07866 924161. See advert on back cover. 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. 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 editorial on page 14. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1.30 – 3pm. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and editorial on page 14. Clyro Rainbows Guides: 4 – 5pm Term time. Girls aged 5–7 years: Contact 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. Brownies: 5.30 – 7pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and editorial on page 14. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday & Friday. Brecon Youth
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Centre, Cradoc Road. Age Group: 1125. Contact 01874 622658. Doorstop Youth Club: 7-9pm at Dorstone Village Hall. £2 entry. Free for new comers on their first night. Pool, table tennis,Wii, computers, board games, craft and tuck shop. Contact 01981 550325. 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 of the month. Brecon Library. Brecon Library’s book group for 7-11 year olds! Contact 01874 623346. Ffermwyr Bach: Every 3rd Friday of the month. 10.30am - 12.30pm at The Play Barn, Brynich, Brecon.The group provides children and adults an opportunity to learn some Welsh through songs, story and craft. Contact 01874 623480. See advert and editorial on page 10. South Powys Community Football Hub – Football for Girls: (Term time only). 4.30 - 5.15pm Caterpillars (new to football.) 5.15 - 6pm Butterflies (have played before or are confident.) Gwernyfed High School Sport’s Hall. For girls aged from 5 -11 years. Each session £2. Contact Tony on 07854 012841 / southpowysfootballhub@gmail.com. See advert and editorial on page 2. SATURDAY Enjoy-a-Ball: Play Ball: 10 – 11am at Clifford Village Hall. 4 – 5 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 24. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 10.30 – 11am. £7 or £35 for a 6 week course. The Well- Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. See advert and editorial on page 14. Enjoy-a-Ball: Champs: 11am – 12pm at Clifford Village Hall. 6 – 9 years. Fun sports coaching sessions. Contact 07715 607603. See advert on page 24.
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What’s on: during March / April 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 editorial on page 14. 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 24. SUNDAY Lego Club: 11am - 12.30pm. The Globe@Hay. Bring your kids and let them run wild with our famous in house Lego. A great time for your young ones to get creative whilst you can relax and have brunch. Contact 01497 821762. DURING THE MONTHS Friday 24th March Family Talent Show: 5pm at Hardwicke Hall. Food and drinks. If you would like to take part in the show contact 01497 831364. Friday 31st March Get crafty at Powis Castle: 11am 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF. Our day starts with a meet and greet over a warming cup of tea before we’re joined by Sam from ‘Sam’s Sweet Treats’ who will show you how to create beautifully decorated cupcakes. After a delicious afternoon tea and a glass of bubbly, we’ll welcome Leanne of ‘Serendipity Florals’ who will guide you through the process of creating a stunning floral table arrangement. By 4 o clock we hope you’ll have some lovely self-made treats to take home as well some new skills. Includes all materials and refreshments. Contact 01938 551927. Friday 31st March Monday 1st May Hay Book Arts Trail: Presents work by 25 book artists in shop windows and other locations in and around Hay. Marches Book Arts Group artists and friends showcase book arts from tiny illustrated artist’s books to sculpted altered tomes as part of book town Hay’s 40th anniversary of independence celebrations. Pick up
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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 and article on page 10 & 11. Beauty and The Beast - March 17th - June 4th The Boss Baby - April 7th - June 4th Sing - April 21st, 22nd, 23rd Power Rangers - April 28th - May 4th Guardians of The Galaxy Vol.2 - April 28th - June 11th Peppa Pig: My First Cinema Experience - April 29th - May 21st Smurfs: The Lost Village - May 6th - June 2nd A Dog’s Purpose - May 27th - June 18th Peter Pan - Saturday 10th June Despicable Me 3 - June 30th - July 6th a Hay Book Arts Trail map from any participating venue in town. Opening hours apply to some locations.Visit www. marchesbookartsgroup.co.uk, Facebook, or ellie@firejar.co.uk Saturday 1st April Celebrations to mark the 40th anniversary of Hay-on-Wye’s independence: A day of family-friendly events throughout the town marking the historic day in 1977 when Richard Booth proclaimed himself to be King of the Independent Kingdom of Hay! Events run from noon until midnight. Search for “Hay Chamber of Commerce” on Facebook for the full rundown, or visit www.hayonwyechamber.co.uk/ independence. Look out for other events taking place on Friday 31st March and Sunday April 2nd in and around Hay to mark the anniversary. Brecon BIBS Nearly New Sale: 10am 1pm at Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. Come and buy your baby equipment, maternity clothes and your children’s toys. Raffle, information, tea, coffee and homemade cakes. Admission £1. Contact 07866 924161. See advert on back cover. Easter Stencils: 2 - 4pm at The Muse, Brecon. £3 entry. All ages welcome. Contact 07375 627635. See advert on back cover.. Sunday 2nd April Watercolours can be Fun!: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader,
Powys, LD6 5HP. Local artist Jennifer Chandler will show you how to use additives and everyday items to help watercolour paint itself. It only requires imagination and no painting skills to create unique work. Everyone can succeed irrespective of ability and have fun. Places are limited so please book in advance. £30 per person, payable in advance. Contact 01597 810390. Wednesday 5th April ‘Caitlin’:6pm and 8pm.Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.Tickets £12, concessions £10.Visit www.brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622. Thursday 6th April ‘Perfect Pitch’: 7.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Tickets £15.50, concessions £13.50. Visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622. Friday 7th April Easter Egg Hunt: 3.30 - 5pm at The Globe at Hay.The Clifford School Easter Egg Hunt is back and this year it’s here at The Globe! Organised by the PTFA, this charitable event will be open to aall local children and parents. Come along, join in on the fun and let your kids run wild whilst you relax and enjoy a well earned coffee! £2.50 per child. Contact z.gittoes@btopenworld.com.
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What’s on: during April Friday 7th April Monday 24th April We’re going on a bug hunt…: 10.30am - 4pm at The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7QF. Let’s get ready to go looking for bugs.... Leave no stone unturned, or any log looked at. We are heading on a bug hunt. You can come too. Once you’ve completed it, collect your prize. No booking required. Children welcome. Assistance dogs only. Contact 01981 590509. Saturday 8th April An Introduction to Yoga – ‘Yoga: The Practice of Sensitivity’ - Workshop with International Yoga Teacher Olivia Crooks: 9am – 12noon. Subud Hall, Brecon, LD3 7HH. Price: by donation (in recognition of the differences in financial incomes). Welcoming those who have never tried yoga as well as supporting those who have a regular practice. E-mail: info@intimatebeing. com or contact 07891 267227. Gruffalo’s Spring Picnic: 10am 3pm at Queenswood Country Park. Picnic with The Gruffalo, plus live music, art workshops, crafts, Easter egg trail, wildlife encounters, face painting, den building, Forest School & much more! Free. See queenswoodandbodenhamlake.org for more information. Saturday 8th April Sunday 23rd April The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe trail: 10am - 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, nr Leominster. Climb through the wardrobe and into the magical land of Croft on our mystical outdoor trail this holiday. This famous book, written by C.S. Lewis and published in the 1950’s was a fantasy hit for many children 60 years ago. See what we’ve re-created in the gardens at Croft, finding all the clues as you go to collect a prize at the end. Contact 01568 780246. Knicknackanory Trail: 10am – 4pm. Berrington Hall near Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW. Children 18
from the eighteenth century didn’t have our modern day toys, they had to make their own fun with the toys from ’Knack shops’.Try out this trail and see if you can discover Berrington’s own ’Knack Shop’ that is sure to entertain. Toys, outdoor play and garden games were really popular for children of the eighteenth century, so much so that there used to be Knack shops or a ’knicknackatory’ for families to buy their entertainment from. Follow the story trail and discover the knack. Contact 01568 615721. Sunday 9th April Wildlife Tracking - Spring: 2 - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP. Join our Ranger Team to learn all about the Elan Valley Wildlife and where to find it and the signs it leaves behind, also help us pick suitable locations for our wildlife cameras and come back to review our footage in the autumn. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby. No unaccompanied children please. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390. Monday 10th April Stori a Chan / Welsh Rhymetime: 11am at Hay on Wye Library. Welsh stories, songs and crafts. Suitable for pre school children. Suitable for Welsh learners, non Welsh speaking parents and Welsh speakers. Contact 07496 858176. A Superbook Easter: 2.30 - 4.30pm at Edgar St, Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 9JR. This April, come and experience the Easter story like never before! You’re invited to a special screening of Superbook Easter episodes, hosted by the Superbook UK Team. Chris, Joy, and their robot Gizmo go back in time to witness the last few days of Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection. It’s an afternoon of fun for the whole family, with games, prizes, dancing and much more.There will even be a special visit from Gizmo himself, along with an opportunity to meet him and take pictures! Tickets are free, but seats are limited, so be sure to reserve your space as soon as possible. Cost: Free.
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Monday 10th April Friday 21st April 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. Contact 07914 886648. See advert on back cover. Wednesday 12th April WildWednesdays - Easter Fun: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Decorate an egg cup, make a giant Easter card, Easter craft activities, egg hunt! Booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on pages 4 & 5. Jason & The Argonauts: 2pm & 7pm at Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Tickets £12, concessions £10. Contact 01874 611622. See advert on inside front cover. Friday 14th April Monday 17th April TREEmendous Easter: Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, Ledbury. Our legendary Easter Treasure Hunt. Chocolate for all who take part and a chance to win an enormous Easter Egg. See advert on page 28. Easter Egg Scramble: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP. An Easter Treasure Hunt for the whole family around the Visitor Centre and Cnwch Wood - work together for your chance to win an Easter Egg! 50p per child. No unaccompanied children please. Contact 01597 810390. Cadbury Egg Hunt: 10am - 4pm at Berrington Hall, Leominster, HR6 0DW. Trails are supported by Cadburys with a chocolate bunny at the end. So why not come to try out our Knicknackatory trail, but with a special chocolatey twist at the end. Contact 01568 615721. Cadbury Egg Hunt: 10am - 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, Nr Leominster. Once again the Cadbury Bunny has hidden precious Choccy eggs across Britain. Now it’s up to you and your family to find them by joining the Cadbury Egg Hunt! Follow ’The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe’ trail around Croft, tracking down the clues as you go
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What’s on: during April and collect your delicious chocolate treat at the end. Contact 01568 780246. Cadbury Egg Hunt: 10.30am - 4pm at The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7QF. Once again the Cadbury Bunny has hidden precious Choccy eggs across Britain. Now it’s up to you and your family to find them by joining the Cadbury Egg Hunt! No booking required. Contact 01981 590509. Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: 11am - 4pm at Powis Castle, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 8RF. Join us at Powis Castle over the Bank Holiday weekend for our fantastic Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt. Explore the garden and unravel the clues to claim your delicious Cadbury chocolate prize. Normal admission charges apply. Additional prices: £2.00 per trail. Contact 01938 551929. Saturday 15th April Easter Trail and Teddy Bears Picnic: Blaenavon Ironworks Monmouthshire NP4 9RN. Easter trail, Teddy Bear’s picnic, storytelling for children. Children bring their own teddy bear and picnic snack, and come and listen to stories together in Stack Square. Easter Egg trail for children on site with a free egg for first 200 children to complete. Check the CADW website to confirm times and details: cadw.gov.wales/events/ Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt on the Sugar Loaf: 10am – 3pm (allow approx. 1hr to complete the hunt, arrive any time before 2pm). Child £2.50 (including a Cadbury chocolate treat). Contact 0344 249 1895. Little Oaks Activity Stand: 12 - 2pm at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Bring the children to enjoy a fun, educational craft activity. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5. Saturday 15th April Monday 17th April Easter Medieval Re-enactment: Tretower Court and Castle Powys NP8 1RD. King Edward’s School will be in residence at Tretower over Easter, offering a range of living history displays. Check the CADW website to confirm times and details. 18
Sunday 16th April Easter Sunday at Penyrheol Chapel: 3pm at Penyrheol Chapel, Near Felindre. Egg hunt and other activities for children as a part of the Easter celebrations. Contact 01874 711061. See editorial on page 3. Tuesday 18th April Brecon Beacons - Get crafty in Coelbren: 11am - 3pm. Join our Rangers for your very own Coelbren Easter adventure. Get closer to nature for an adventure in the woods by Coelbren and join in our Easter nature quiz. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dogs on leads welcome. Meet at Henrhyd Falls car park. Contact 01874 625515. Don’t Dribble On The Dragon: 2.30pm at Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Tickets £9.50, concessions £8.50, Family £34. Contact 01874 611622. See advert on inside front cover. Tuesday 18th April Friday 21st April Firelight Easter Exploration Woodland Adventures: 10am - 3pm. 5 - 11 year olds. £25 per day. See www. firelight.org.uk for more information. See advert and editorial on page 6. Wednesday 19th April Wild Wednesdays - Farmyard Fun: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Paint and plant a pot, visit our pet lambs and other animals, farmyard animal hunt! Booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5. Wild Wednesday on the Sugar Loaf: 10am - 3pm at Sugarloaf, near Abergavenny. Join our rangers and get closer to nature for a wild family adventure during the Easter holidays. £3 per child. Contact 0344 249 1895 or 07771 980124. See advert and editorial on page 7. Saturday 22nd April Creating Landscapes on Fabric Postcards: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader, Powys, LD6 5HP. Learn how
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to create a linear landscape using cotton fabrics and hand stitching with Valerie Lymer, a local textile artist. Each student will have a finished fabric postcard to take home. Suitable for beginners. Places are limited so please book in advance. £20 per person, payable in advance plus £3 for fabric, needles and thread, payable on the day. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 22nd April Sunday 23rd April Wonderwool Wales: At Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells. This hugelyanticipated annual show will burst at the seams with stalls, and special exhibitions and The Sheepwalk, a woolly take on the catwalk, will add to the entertainment. Contact 01873 821 205. Sunday 23rd April ‘Romeo & Juliet’: 2pm and 7.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Tickets £12, concessions £10. Visit www.brycheiniog. co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622. Thursday 27th April ‘The Very Hungary Caterpillar Show’: 1.30pm and 4pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Tickets £15, concessions £13, schools £9.50. Visit www.brycheiniog. co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622. Friday 28th April Monday 1st May Talgarth Walking Festival: Cost of the walks varies from £3.00 to £11.00. Contact 01874 713193. Saturday 29th April Birdwatching Safari: 9.30am - 1pm at Elan Valley. A tour of the Estate with a birdwatching expert to see the typical breeding birds of the area. Suitable for beginners and experienced bird watchers. Please bring binoculars if you have them and suitable clothing/ footwear for some short walks. Bookings in advance. Contact 01597 810880. Sunday 30th April Walking and Talking about Ancient Trees: 2 - 5pm at ElanValley Nr Rhayader, Powys,
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What’s on: during April / May Powys LD6 5HP. Join Ray Woods on a short and easy walk to look at some very special ancient trees that can be found in the Elan Valley. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre (Grid reference SN 928646) at 2pm, back about 5pm. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390. Sunday 30th April Monday 1st May Chilli Festival: Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, Ledbury. Stalls selling everything chilli chutneys, chocolate, cakes, wine, plants... and much more! See advert on page 28. Saturday 6th May Howey Hedgehog Rescue Visit: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre,Three Cocks. Come and see some of the hedgehogs currently with Howey Hedgehog Rescue. Learn about the excellent work that the rescue centre does and how it makes a difference to injured and sick hedgehogs in our area. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5. Glanusk Welsh Stallion Show: Royal Welsh Showground. Glanusk Stallion Show started in 1958 at the Glanusk Estate, near Crickhowell. The show is now held at the Royal Welsh Showground. The show has grown over the last 50 years to become one of the most popular shows for Welsh horse breeds. Contact 01597 810487. An Introduction to Yoga – ‘Yoga: Intimacy with Wholeness’ - Workshop with International Yoga Teacher Olivia Crooks: 9am – 12noon. Subud Hall, Brecon, LD3 7HH. Price: by donation (in recognition of the differences in financial incomes). Welcoming those who have never tried yoga as well as supporting those who have a regular practice. E-mail: info@intimatebeing. com or contact 07891 267227. Birdwatching Safari: 9.30am - 1pm at Elan Valley. A tour of the Estate with a birdwatching expert to see the typical breeding birds of the area. Suitable for beginners and experienced bird watchers. Please bring binoculars if you have them and suitable clothing/ footwear for some short walks. Bookings in advance. Contact 01597 810880. 18
Wild Writing Workshop: 10am to 1pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. Led by award winning screenwriter Peter Cox - expand the horizons of your creative writing by taking inspiration from the dramatic Elan Valley landscape. No experience necessary, just a burning desire to tell a wild story. Places are limited so please book in advance. £20 per person, payable in advance. Contact 01597 810390. Sunday 7th May Dawn Chorus: 6.30 - 8.30am at ElanValley, Nr Rhayader. Celebrate International Dawn Chorus Day! Set your alarm clocks and join a local bird expert for a stroll through Cnwch woodland discovering birdsong. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 13th May Family Saturday fun with The Courtyard Theatre: 11am - 3pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW. Join us for a Saturday packed with family fun. There will be something for everyone, so get the family outdoors.This will be an event to please all. We have teamed up with The Courtyard Theatre to bring you Georgian inspired games and crafts here at Berrington. So why not add something special to your Saturday with your family. Contact 01568 615721. Little Oaks Activity Stand: 12 - 2pm at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Bring the children to enjoy a fun, educational craft activity. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5. Sunday 14th May Teddy Bears Picnic: Perrygrove Railway. Get in for half price if you bring your favourite teddy bear. Contact 01594 834991. See advert and editorial on page 17. An Introduction to Coloured Pencil Art: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. Discover the world of coloured pencils and learn how to create your own detailed and colourful art.This is a ‘hands on’ workshop designed to give a good understanding of techniques, materials used, and how these may be
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applied to your favourite subject matter. Led by local artist Dave Richards. Places are limited so please book in advance. £30 per person, payable in advance. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 20th May Birdwatching Safari: 9.30am - 1pm at Elan Valley. A tour of the Estate with a birdwatching expert to see the typical breeding birds of the area. Suitable for beginners and experienced bird watchers. Please bring binoculars if you have them and suitable clothing/ footwear for some short walks. Bookings in advance. Contact 01597 810880. Family fun with the Courtyard Theatre: 11am - 3pm at Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster. Step back in time and experience games, crafts, theatre and activities from the 1950’s with the Courtyard Theatre. No booking required. Contact 01568 780246. Saturday 20th May Sunday 21st May Royal Welsh Spring Festival: Saturday: 9am - 8pm, Sunday: 9am - 5pm at The Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells. A celebration of smallholding and rural life, this two-day festival, with its actionpacked programme of entertainment and educational activities, free workshops, displays and main ring performances offers the perfect family day out. Contact 01982 553683. See editorial and advert on pages 8 & 9. Sunday 21st May Royal Welsh Trail Running Festival: Royal Welsh Showground, Builth Wells. Entries start at just £14 which includes access to the Spring Festival, a unique finishers t-shirt and bespoke wooden finishers medal. Whether you’re 5 or 65, there’ll be a challenge suited to all with a series of thrilling races on offer at the Royal Welsh Trail Running Festival. Contact 029 2166 0790. See editorial and advert on pages 8 & 9. An Introduction to Birdsong: 9.30 1pm at ElanValley, Nr Rhayader.A chance for absolute beginners and novices to
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What’s on: during May / June learn about birdsong, exploring a range of habitats and investigating some of the technology available to help. Please bring binoculars if you have them and suitable clothing/footwear for some short walks. Contact 01597 810390. Exploring Colour in the Landscape: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. This watercolour landscape workshop is serious fun and is suitable for the beginner or more experienced. Professional artist and tutor David Ward will help and guide you through the process of appreciating and using colour without being inhibited by rules (well, not many!). £30 per person, payable in advance. Contact 01597 810390. Thursday 25th May Sunday 4th June Hay Festival: Celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year, the Hay Festival brings together writers from around the world to debate and share stories at its festival in the staggering beauty of the Welsh Borders. Contact 01497 822629. Friday 26th May – Monday 5th June The Weir by the river: 10.30am - 4.30pm at The Weir Garden, Swainshill, Hereford, Herefordshire HR4 7QF. Come along on a journey and find out who lives at the Weir Garden, this half term.The Weir Garden is a home to many creatures, come along and find out who they are and what they get up to. Collect your prize when you’ve made friends with them all. No booking required. Children welcome. Contact 01981 590509. Saturday 27th May Dam Patrol: 9.30am - 1pm at Elan Valley Nr Rhayader, Powys, Powys LD6 5HP. Join our Dam Inspector on a regular patrol to learn about the history and monitoring of our dams and reservoirs. Booking essential on 01597 810880. Meet at the Elan Valley Visitor Centre (Grid reference SN 928646) at 9.30am, back around 1pm. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 27th May Sunday 28th May WW1 at Blaenavon: Blaenavon Ironworks Monmouthshire NP4 9RN.
WW1 event with blacksmith, funfair and artisans. Check cadw.gov.wales/ events/ to confirm times and details. Spring Craft Fayre: 10am - 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. Our Visitor Centre is packed with over 20 local crafters and artists offering; handmade jewellery, wildlife photographs, wooden crafts, paintings, craft demonstrations, willow basket making, up-cycled garden art, natural homemade remedies & teas and traditional welsh pottery. Parents browse at your leisure thanks to our children’s craft table. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 27th May Wednesday 31st May The Magician’s Nephew trail: 10am - 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland,Yarpole, near Leominster. Step into the magical world of C.S. Lewis, brought to life in the grounds of Croft, on our family trail this half-term. Written by C.S. Lewis and published in 1955, become the magician’s nephew in and around the gardens at Croft to collect a prize at the end. No booking required. Contact 01568 780246. Pineapple Pioneers: 10am - 4pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW. Look out for the eighteenth century inspired pavilion in the gardens at Berrington, designed and created by internationally renowned artists Heather and Ivan Morison. Become a fruit pioneer and find out about the discovery and use of pineapples in houses. Contact 01568 615721. Look! Look! Look!: 10am - 5pm at Berrington Hall, near Leominster, Herefordshire HR6 0DW. Discover a brand new installation in our Walled Garden from internationally renowned artists Heather and Ivan Morison. Taking their inspiration from how the Harley’s enjoyed their garden in the Georgian era, you can see the garden in a totally new light. Contact 01568 615721. Sunday 28th May Howey Hedgehog Rescue: 11am 3pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. Join
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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. Sunday 28th May Monday 29th May Vintage Eastnor: Eastnor Castle, Eastnor, Ledbury. A nostalgic family fun day! Impressive steam engines, model steam engine rides, vintage carousel, chair swing and more! See advert on page 28. Tuesday 30th May Dragons and Damsels: 2 - 3.30pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. Booking is essential only 20 places available. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby. No unaccompanied children please. Contact 01597 810880. Wednesday 31st May Wild Wednesday Workshop ‘Rainforest Roadshow’: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Suitable for children of all ages this workshop is always our most popular Wild Wednesday of the year! Dave and Sue from The Rainforest Roadshow will be joining us again with a range of their interesting insects and animals from across the world! Booking required as spaces are limited. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5. Wild Wednesday on the Skirrid: 10am – 3pm at Sugarloaf and Usk Valley, Monmouthshire. Child £3.00, Adults Free. Contact 0344 249 1895 (booking essential). Friday 2nd June Tadpole Toddle: 2 - 3.30pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. Come and look at pond animals in your own tray at the Visitor Centre - suitable for younger children under the age of 5/6. We will also take a toddle to our own small pond in the grounds of the Visitor Centre. No unaccompanied children please. Please book in advance. Contact 01597 810880.
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What’s on: during June / July Saturday 3rd June Dambusters Walk: 2 - 5pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. A 4 mile guided walk to learn about the area, including the remains of Nant y Gro Dam which was used for tests before the WW2 Dambusters Raid. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 10th June Woodland Walk: 2 - 3.30pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. A woodland walk looking at the growth habits of native tree species and how this affects their uses and properties. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 17th June Little Oaks Activity Stand: 12 - 2pm at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Bring the children to enjoy a fun, educational craft activity. Contact 01497 847055. See advert and editorial on page 4 & 5.
Saturday 1st July Sunday 2nd July Steampunk at Blaenavon!: Blaenavon Ironworks Monmouthshire NP4 9RN. Steampunk event at the Ironworks. Displays, traders and fun for all the family! Check cadw.gov.wales/events/ to confirm times and details. Friday 7th July Sunday 9th July Big Skills @ The Globe @ Hay: Friday 5 - 9.30pm, Saturday and Sunday 10.30am - 5.30pm at The Globe at Hay. Hands on Workshops, Craft Stalls, Musicians, Buskers, Art & Craft Exhibition, Repairs & Recycles, story-telling, face-painting, food & drink, musicians, buskers. Contact 01497 821762.
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