Cariads Local Family Magazine Issue 6 Spring 2016 by Cariads Local Ltd

local family magazine

Spring 2016 Issue 6.

nd Useful a e iv t a inform with s t n for pare aged children 2 0-1 years

School Holiday ideas • Fostering • Childcare • Spring Festival • Our High Schools

Activity Ideas • Days Out • Articles • Recipes • Puzzles Competitions Book Reviews Pages What’s On Listings Please mention Cariads Local•Family Magazine when responding • to8 adverts

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Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the National Park from an ideal position - in a narrow gauge steam train! Travel in one of our all-weather observation carriages behind a vintage steam locomotive to Torpantau high in the Brecon Beacons. Trains run from February to the end of October and at Christmas.

Easter Special Event

Come and join us for an Easter Bunny Steam Train ride and Egg Hunt!

Includes a present for every child, and there is a prize for finding the Golden Egg.

Friday 25th March, Saturday 26th March, Sunday 27th March, Monday 28th March

Trains depart from our main station at 10.30am, 12.15pm, 2.00pm & 3.45pm.

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Dance from your heart... • BALLET • TAP • JAZZ • MODERN Classes available in Hereford, Allensmore, Hampton Bishop, Kington, Llanigon, Scouts Corner, and The Courtyard Theatre. For all ages and abilities, toddlers to adults www.dancefusionschool.co.uk dance_fusion@hotmail.co.uk

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Hello

Address: Goosepool Cottage Winforton Herefordshire HR3 6EB Telephone: 01544 327716 07971 446632 Email: lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk Website: www.cariadslocal.co.uk

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. Next issue out in time for the Summer Holidays . . . CariAds Local Ltd. can not be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements nor for any consequences arising from this. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher. All artwork used in Cariads Local Family Magazine must not be published in any other media without permission from CariAds Local Ltd. Other publications must not canvas advertisers from Cariads Local Family Magazine.

Welcome to our Spring issue. Whilst I’d love to say I have the joys of Spring in my step, recent news from Powys County Council has made me angry and sad beyond belief. I will be writing my letter to Cllr Arwel Jones at PCC and providing a copy to Gwernyfed High School. This letter will contain factual points why my children will not be enrolled at the Brecon Campus. From my understanding these closure plans are able to go ahead based on PCC giving forecast figures of pupils attending the new proposed High Schools. So if the reformation of Gwernyfed & Brecon or Builth Wells & Llandrindod doesn’t work for you and you will be sending your child(ren) elsewhere - be sure to state this in your letters. To help construct your own letter, please look at campaign details on the various High School websites. Turn to pages 18 & 19 for the full article. Rant over and moving on to more positive items ... the team have been out and about collating various information we feel you’ll find useful. On page 5 you will see an article about the Llandrindod Youth Market on Saturday 26th March.These young group of people are an inspiration. Have you ever thought about Fostering? Turn to page 8 & 9. Heard of a Night Nanny? I hadn’t, see page 10 (especially if you lack sleep!). On page 21 you will see some examples of local photographer Billie Charity, book a session with Billie to capture those all important family memories. Our 8 pages of what’s on dates continues to inspire, don’t forget to keep this little magazine in easy reach until our next issue. You’ll find weekly classes, one off events ... something for everybody. If you have any feedback about this issue or some content ideas for our Summer issue, please get in touch. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x

(Photos: Lisa Marie with Otis Badham. James and Cariad Badham)

Competitions This month we yet again have fab prizes up for grabs: • A voucher for a visit by a family with 3 children at Play Barn, Brecon • Two copies of The Story of Life (see review on page 19) For your chance to win one of the above prizes, please complete our Word Search on page 22 and send to us by 30th June 2016. The winners will be announced in our next issue. Winter issue winners: Gaynor Evans - Sennybridge, Gareth Pugh - Llandrindod Wells and Alfie Smith - Llanwrytd Wells.

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Children’s Parties at Oaker Wood Leisure, near Leominster Looking for a new idea for your children’s party this year? Oaker Wood is a woodland adventure centre offering a whole host of children’s parties. Junior Paintball and Junior Quad Parties from 8 years. High Rope Tree Trekking from 9 years, Rafting, Climbing, Crate Stacking, Super Swing and Zip Wire from 7 years and for younger children they can offer their Low Ropes Borneo Assault Course from 5 years. Bring along a cake, they have picnic tables, but beware of the hungry squirrels! You need a min group size of 8 children to book a party, although they don’t need to know your final numbers until the week before your party. They also hire out Bouncy Castle, Giant Slides, Sumo Suits and Obstacle Courses. More information: www.oakerwoodleisure.co.uk 01568 780111.

Quality play opportunities! Brecknock Play Network is a voluntary organisation committed to assisting local communities develop quality play opportunities for the benefit of children, carers and young families. They will be running free open access play sessions during March and the Easter holidays.These sessions are aimed at 8-13 year olds. Under 8s are welcome but must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult. Some of the activities being offered include den building, giant bubbles, arts & crafts, circus equipment, dressing up, campfire cooking plus lots more! Please note that some of these dates may be subject to change. Brecknock Play Network also run a Pop Up Play Session for 0-4 years every Tuesday during term time 10am-12noon at The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon - £2 per family. They have a Facebook page you can check for updates. For any further information please email brecknockplaynetwork@googlemail. com or call 07813 857474. 2

Brecknock

Play Network

Uplands Field, Brecon 3.30pm – 5pm

Tuesday 8th March

1.30pm – 3.30pm

Tuesday 22nd March

Check for cebook page updates on our Fa ail rmation please em For any further info ynetwork@ brecknockpla googlemail.com 474 or call 07813 857

Three Cocks (Lower Park, Gwernyfed) 1pm – 3pm

Tuesday 15th March

11am – 1pm

Wednesday 23rd March

Talgarth Park (King George V Park)

2pm - 4pm

Wednesday 23rd March

The Muse at Brecon (Glamorgan St)

‘Family Fun Session’ 10.30am - 12.30pm Tuesday 22nd March

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Party Time at the Play Barn! Do you want to celebrate your birthday with all your friends? Then why not take them to the Play Barn for an amazing party. It will cost you £8.00 per child. For this you’ll get: An hour and a bit to play, all the squash you can drink, the last half hour of your party is for a yummy hot food buffet. You will get sausages, chicken nuggets, chips, mini waffles and baked beans followed by vanilla ice-cream to cool down. Food will always be served after the play session is finished. Don’t forget to bring your own birthday cake! If you want they can provide party bags for £2 each. You’ll also get a ‘Next Visit Free’ card so the party child can go back for a play free of charge. You can print your own invitations from their website or pop in to collect. They have a special party rate for preschool aged kids (1-3years) who have their party on a Wednesday, or Friday morning during Powys term time. The ‘Toddler Party’ price is £5.80 per child, to include all of the above.

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

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

Please phone to check availability. They ask for a £30 deposit to secure your booking. As long as a minimum of 8 children arrive we will only charge you for the amount that turn up on the day, regardless of how many you provisionally book for. Please call them on 01874 623480 or see the website for details www.breconplaybarn.co.uk or their Facebook page for special events and offers. 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

For learners of all ages, at all stages… Fun, Fun, Fun! Holiday Drama Workshops Term-time clubs and classes around the area KS2 & 3, GCSE & A Level tuition offered for English & Lit

Preparation for LAMDA exams Lynn : 07949 329 561 Email: lynn.clausen@btinternet.com www.ravendrama.com Lynn has 20 years teaching experience, 12 as a Head of Drama Creative Practitioner / Teacher / PGCE English / BA (Hons) DBS Checked Get in touch and have a go – just bring yourself and a smile!

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EGGstraordinary Easter at Eastnor Castle

The much-loved family treasure hunt at Eastnor Castle, Ledbury, will be taking place over the Easter weekend every day from Good Friday 25th March to Bank Holiday Monday 28th March between 11am and 5.30pm. This year’s hunt is about EGGstraordinary Eastnor celebrating EGGstraordinary people! Visitors will need to find dressed up Easter chickens and bunnies to solve clues about remarkable sportsmen, poets, and inventors to reveal one very famous person! The Castle General Manager David Littlewood says “This is our favourite weekend of the year where local families come to Eastnor Castle to enjoy the annual treasure hunt and this year it’s all about extraordinary people! We have lots of fun events planned for this summer but we also want our visitors to enjoy the attractions that are always here so we’ve introduced a brand new Woodland Play Area this year which we hope the children will enjoy playing in. This is our 127th year of opening and we always look to include something new every year to ensure our visitors have a great time while they are here”. Every child taking part in the EGGstraordinary Easter Hunt will win a chocolate treat and there will be a draw at the end of each day when one lucky family will win a giant chocolate egg in a basket! In addition, the Knight’s Maze, junior assault course, Land Rover Little Off-Roaders, adventure playground, mini zip wire, castle shop, ice cream parlour and tea room will also be open throughout the weekend. 4

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Calling All Under 25s for Third Youth Market Llandrindod this Spring! Registration for the third Youth Market Llandrindod is open and is seeking applications from industrious under 25s in Powys who want to be part of a lively, fun and supportive day of trading and performances on Easter Saturday, the 26th of March 2016, in the Coop Alley in Llandrindod Wells. If you know anyone who is aged between 11 and 25 and based in Powys then they can be part of the fun by running a stall at this community focused and family friendly event.The Easter extravaganza is a chance to try out any idea they have had for a business, or simply sell their craft, skills and services.Youth Market Traders do not need any experience as the Youth Market is designed to help young people ‘give it a go’, make new friends, have a good day out and earn some money.There is no charge for a pitch, so all they need to do is come up with an idea and register in order to secure their place. There is also space for budding young performers to hit the stage and share their talent with the people of Llandrindod and the surrounding area. If you know anyone aged 11 to 25 who is in a band, sings in a group or could even showcase their skills with a violin, then the performance stage is for them. The Youth Market project was launched in 2015 by Jude Boutle, Llandrindod’s Town Champion, to open doors for young people in the town and to give people yet another reason to visit Llandrindod and support local shops. The idea quickly gained traction with local organisations and individuals, particularly appealing to the under 25s who created, gathered and curated items to sell at the very first Youth Market which was held in September 2015 and opened by Kirsty Williams AM. At the past two markets, stalls holders have included Rhys Gough (13) and Felicity Bulbulia (14) selling delicious popcorn, Ben Williams (14) who uses the opportunity to advertise his ‘Helicopter Disco Service’ and sell some yummy cakes, Amy Price (23) who had sold out of her beautiful knitted items by the end of trading and Rhys Perkins (15) whose customer base for his gardening business has increased hugely through his success at Youth Market. This time, the reins have been held by a committee of under 25s, who have held meetings, discussed ideas, managed the website, booked equipment and

Saturday 26th March - 9.30am - 2pm - Co-op Alley

We need lots of customers to come, buy and watch at our Easter Youth Market! www.youthmarket.org.uk

Come and watch performances Come and buy from Traders

created plans for the third Youth Market this Easter, with support from a small team of volunteers. The Easter Market looks set to be a real treat for the senses, with involvement from even more young people from Llandrindod and the surrounding areas, as well as local groups such as the Youth Club. Jude Boutle, Llandrindod Town Champion comments: “We knew it could be popular to give young people a platform to run their own business for a day in Llandrindod. The town is so community focused, with a good array of independent shops, but no real opportunity for young people to start something new. We wanted to help them create something that they could run, manage and maintain themselves and this third market is a huge step in an exciting direction!” Ben Williams (14), member of the Youth Market Committee also comments: “I knew I wanted to be part of the Youth Market from the first moment I heard about it, I love getting involved in projects that benefit the community and this was a real chance to not only take part but to try my hand a running a market stall! It was brilliant fun and the atmosphere on the day was amazing, with loads of young people and everyone coming to have a look! I’m really proud to be involved in running this third Youth Market and we’ve already got plans for more!” If you know anyone who would like to get involved or would simply like to find out more information please visit the Youth Market website www.YouthMarket. org.uk or send an email to Jude@YouthMarket.org.uk to receive a registration pack. The number of stalls and performance spaces is limited, so if you know someone who would like to get involved then please make sure they register as soon as possible so they can join the fun on the 26th March 2016 in the Coop Alley in Llandrindod Wells.

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CHEEKY MONKEYS

Spaces Available We offer 15 hours per week free funding for all children aged 3 and over Forest School, dancing, enjoy a ball, cooking, outside classroom & large play areas.

Highly qualified, experienced & friendly staff Call Hayley

01497 831000

for more information

At Llyswen Cheeky Monkeys, Archde acon Griffiths Primar y School, Llyswen For 3-12 years Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be open on the following dates: Easter holidays Monday 21st - Thursday 24th March Tuesday 29th March - Friday 1st April May half term Tuesday 31st May - Friday 3rd June

8AM - 5.45PM Fully Qualified DBS Checked Staff! For more information or to book your childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s place please contact the play leaders on: Tel : 07919818253 or email: llyswencheekymonkeys@hotmail.co.uk

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Joined-Up-Childcare - Cradoc School and Cool Kids Club Cradoc School believe that blended childcare is the way forward for working parents. They recognise that parents need high quality, flexible, responsive and affordable childcare that allows them to go out to work feeling confident that they have chosen the very best for their children. To this end 3@Cradoc and Cool Kids Club @ Cradoc, both recognised as leading providers of quality care, will be working together to create the ultimate market leader in wrap-around flexible care when parents need it most, from 8am to 6pm including most school holidays. Cradoc School believe that your child will get the best possible start in life from their programme of early education and learning through play. Both 3@ Cradoc and Cool Kids Club strive for the very best results for the children attending which can be seen by both settings individual inspection reports and 3 @ Cradoc’s sector leading practice identified by ESTYN.

Jointly they will have an unrivalled professional team of staff who have many years of experience providing stimulating and recreational programmes of quality activities for children. Your child will therefore be guaranteed the best possible experience that will develop their confidence both physically and socially in a setting that is noted for being safe and secure.

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Both 3@ Cradoc and Cool Kids Club strive for the very best results Cradoc School hope to open their door with their new extended hours at the beginning of the Summer Term (April 2016). If you are tempted by this exciting opportunity for your child then please contact Cradoc School (01874 622555) for more information. Alternatively arrange a visit where they would be happy to discuss your childcare needs.

3 @ Cradoc

New all day provision starting Summer Term 2016 Contact details for further information

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If you care like they do - Join!

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 The Muse, Brecon. We run throughout the school holidays. Older siblings welcome.

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

There is a need for around 9000 extra foster carers across the UK, and Red Kite Fostering, now in its fifth year, are helping meet this shortfall by recruiting and training foster carers in the Mid Wales and West Midlands region. Red Kite has developed a family friendly fostering agency that is highly regarded by the professionals it works alongside. From its head office based in the Children and Family Centre in Kington, Herefordshire, Red Kite continue to lead the way in providing children with loving and supportive families, who can help a child damaged by poor parenting. The Children and Family Centre offers a wide range of resources to help foster carers and Social Workers in their task.There is a family contact suite, therapy suite, a sensory and perception room, training room and a meeting room where staff and carers chat over coffee and cake. Red Kite know that being a foster carer can be a stressful, as well as a rewarding, experience which is why each foster family has a fully trained and qualified Social Worker to support them, offering guidance and practical help to the foster family. Red Kite provides excellent and varied training to assist its foster carers. This ensures that they have the necessary skills to be able to deal with children who have difficulty coping with aspects of family life. Their support workers and the support network of fostering mentors are always willing to lend a hand and offer advice if things become difficult. Another way Red Kite sets itself apart from other agencies is through its work in the community and charity fundraising, including sponsored walks, community fun days and sporting events. Many people think that to be a foster carer you need to be the typical “Nuclear family”; this is not true. You could be gay, straight, married, single, in a civil partnership, young, older, employed, unemployed, with or without kids. In other words, from any sort of background, but what you will have is a desire to help others, a willingness to learn new skills, a need to make a difference and improve the lives of others. You will have a sense of humour, not give in when there are setbacks and be able to recognise and praise progress, no matter how small. You will want to be part of a team who work together and change people’s lives. If you care like they do and would like to join a progressive, dynamic, but, above all, family orientated fostering agency, that recognises the contribution you make to the lives of children by paying you a competitive salary, giving you extensive training, 14 days a year paid holiday as well as additional respite, then contact Red Kite Fostering.

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Could you be the first to take them on adventures? Help open up a world of possibilities

Red Kite Fostering changes lives, change yours forever by joining our friendly team of professional Foster Carers. If you care about what happens to children, are resilient, can stay calm, have a sense of humour, but still above all else are committed to improving the life of a child in crisis, then we need you. Experience not essential. We offer training, support and an excellent salary. Tel: 01544 231657 Email: info@redkitefostering.co.uk www.redkitefostering.co.uk Please mention Cariads Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts

What does a night nanny do? Having a new baby can leave you feeling exhausted, desperate for a good night’s sleep but unable to establish a routine. As a qualified nanny and maternity nurse Jane can help you establish a healthy and happy pattern for you and your baby. Jane comes to your home in the evening and looks after your baby through the night, settling them down after feeds, so you are undisturbed. Before leaving she ensures everything is ready for you to enjoy the day rested and refreshed. Jane also provides sleep training for babies over eight months and has plenty of experience of working with twins. Please contact Jane Cowles on 07760 421257 or thestrawberrynanny@gmail.com.

Bringing the fun of the farm to you! Party animals 2 Ewe is a mobile petting farm where they bring the “fun of the farm to you”, in a friendly, interactive, fun and educational way. You have the opportunity to greet, pet, brush & sometimes lead the small fluffy animals & small farm animals. Suitable for lots of occasions & ages from Nurseries & Schools, Birthday Parties, Garden Parties, Fetes, Residential homes & other Special events. They are based in Builth Wells, Powys & can visit up to a 45 minute radius within Mid Wales & the Borders. 10

Bringing the fun of the farm to you An interactive fun approach to cuddle, stroke, brush and pet the animals www.partyanimals2ewe.co.uk Perfect for all kinds of occasions

BIRTHDAY & GARDEN PARTIES FAMILY DAYS • SCHOOLS & NURSERIES RESIDENTIAL HOMES CORPORATE EVENTS ETC. Telephone

01982 551608 07933 779703 To advertise in our next issue : tel 07971 446632 or email advertising@cariadslocal.co.uk

Get outdoors, get active! With stunning landscapes, dramatic scenery and plenty of history, the National Trust looks after a range of magnificent places, providing the perfect escape for you and your kids this spring. If you’re searching for an excuse to get the kids away from their computer screens and out into the fresh air and need some inspiration, 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 is a great way to get the whole family active and closer to nature. From climbing a huge hill to damming a stream and building a den, they’ll feel a great sense of accomplishment as they gradually tick off each activity on the list and discover new adventures. 2016 is Wales’ Year of Adventure and what a better place to get outdoors and get

active than at the Sugar Loaf and St Mary’s Vale near Abergavenny. From the rolling ridges of Llanwenarth, Rholben and Deri to the wonderful oak woodland of St Mary’s Vale nestled at the foot of the Sugar Loaf, there are plenty of opportunities to create your own adventure and explore the heart of the Black Mountains. Getting kids outdoors not only exercises their bodies but also their minds, and helps with concentration levels in the classroom. It can also help relieve boredom during the school holidays, giving you some peace and a chance for the whole family to explore the great outdoors. 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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Easter ‘Wild Wednesday’ Fun!

Selling the latest video games, consoles and accessories It’s our 1st anniversary! 4 The Struet, BRECON, Powys, LD3 7LT Tel: 01874 938008

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 couple of years ago. “On 23rd March we have a fun Easter themed workshop planned which includes decorating an Easter bunny to take home and a hunt around the plant area. Also decorate a pop-up Easter card and enjoy other Easter themed crafts! “The workshop on 30th March will see the return of the popular ‘Farmyard Fun’ workshop. This event will include decorating a piggy bank and visiting pet lambs, chicks and rabbits! There will also be other fun crafts to enjoy and a farmyard animal hunt around the plant area!” 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. 12

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Kids go FREE at this year’s Spring Festival!

Fab Parent Hacks! • Put a marker on the wall below the toilet roll dispenser. Make it low enough so they have a good amount of paper. A great way for them to not waste it and do the dreaded ‘Andrex Puppy’ game! • Stick a hook onto the back of your babies high chair so you can hang their bibs. Always in easy reach.

Taking place at the showground in Llanelwedd, Builth Wells on 21 and 22 May, the Royal Welsh Spring Festival is a fantastic weekend-long celebration of smallholding and rural life. The two-day festival, with its actionpacked programme of entertainment, have-ago educational activities, displays and main ring performances, offers the perfect family day out. And to make things even better for the visiting families, this year all children aged 16 and under will have FREE entry. Plus, adult e-tickets for the festival can be purchased in advance at the discounted rate of £13 each – that’s a saving of £2 per ticket! With over 1,300 livestock, poultry and horses, hundreds of tradestands, the only Premier Open Dog Show held in Wales, children’s activities, a food and drink quarter, the Royal Welsh Trail Running Festival, vintage machinery, auction, country leisure and much more, the event has something for everyone whatever your interest or passion. For more information, or to get your discounted e-ticket, visit www.rwas.wales.

• If you have a large cardboard box, give your child some crayons or pens and ask them to sit within the box and colour away. Hours of fun. • Tape a square on your floor so children can help sweep the floor. The aim is for them to sweep the mess into this square. It will be a bit of a game for them, and you get a little help. • Draw a chart on the side of your children’s medicine and mark off each dose as they have it. • Glue over the holes in bath toys so water can’t get in and create mould. Beats having to clean them every week or so, or throw them out. • Use a cereal container will a small bag inside for rubbish in the car. • Ensure your kids put their shoes on the right feet with the help of a sticker cut in half. The sticker will only match if you line up the shoes to the right feet. • Permanent marker on wooden furniture? Not a problem, toothpaste will get it off. • Remove crayon from walls with WD-40 • Add 3-4 dollops of different coloured paints into a zip lock bag and tape to a window. Plenty of no mess fun and easy to clean when done. • Frozen marshmallows make a great ouchie pack when placed in a clear plastic bag. Soft and not too cold. • Put dots on the tags of your children’s clothes with each child having a different number of dots. Makes sorting clean laundry a breeze. • When at the beach, use an unused nappy, insert your valuables, roll it up and never have anything stolen from the beach again!

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NEW!

Milling and Baking group experience Designed for 4 people (adults and/or children over the age of 10) our new milling and baking experience is perfect for families. The duration of the experience is approximately 2.5 - 3 hours and you will each make a loaf of wholemeal bread and mill a bag of wholemeal flour to take home with you. The cost is ÂŁ125 inclusive of VAT but does not include refreshments.

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01874 711352 / 711125

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Recipe: Soda Bread “ This is made with baking soda rather than yeast and the acid in the buttermilk, combined with the baking soda is what makes it rise. No kneading required. Not to be confused with Sourdough bread which is made with a starter and a long, slow, fermentation process. ”

Ingredients:

Scooping Station:

A Sensory Pouring Activity Materials under the bed storage tub funnels scoops Misc scooping materials, like rice, beans, quinoa

500g Talgarth Mill Welsh Flour 10g salt 4 teaspoons baking powder (this contains baking soda) 300ml buttermilk (if you don’t have buttermilk you can make your own substitute by squeezing the juice of a lemon into a measuring jug and making up to 300ml with milk) A baking sheet lined with parchment paper Extra flour for dusting the top

Method: 1: Preheat your oven to 200C or Gas Mark 6. 2: Tip the flour, salt and baking powder into a clean bowl. 3: Add 300ml buttermilk and mix to combine. The mixture will be quite moist and resemble scones rather than bread. 4: Tip the mixture onto your work surface and divide in two. Shape into rounds approximately 5cm high. Place onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving room for them to spread. Dust with flour. Slash heavily with a sharp knife across the top to form a cross shape. 5: Bake in the centre of the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the base. 6: Cool on a wire rack. Best eaten slightly warm with butter on the day of baking. Unlike yeasted breads this does not keep well. Recipe from Talgarth Mill

The basic idea behind this is to let the toddler experiment with scooping and pouring solid materials. Put each item in a separate plastic container with a few scoops for each. Set up bottles with funnels for even more enjoyment. The area around the project stays “reasonably” clean. All these materials hoover up well so any spill over won’t concern parents but you could put down a beach towel or two and that would keep this toddler activity totally clean. By the next day, all the pouring items (rice, salt and corn meal) will be totally mixed together, don’t stop the fun there ... For Day 2 get construction toys or play figures in on the action too. It’s always a win when one activity turns into a completely new activity. Please share your pictures of your own Scooping Station with us on Twitter or Facebook. We’d love to see and hear from you.

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PCC Press Release: Secondary school plans to go out to consultation Formal consultation on plans to overhaul secondary schools in south and mid Powys have been given the go-ahead, Powys County Council has confirmed. The council has been reviewing secondary schools across the region to strengthen provision and provide a service capable of delivering full national curriculum with available resources and meeting the challenges of 21st century education. Yesterday (Tuesday 23 February), the council’s Cabinet received the recommendations of the Schools Organisation Review Panel in respect of four secondary schools in mid/south Powys. In respect of Brecon and Gwernyfed High Schools the Cabinet agreed to commence formal consultation on: • The closure of the two schools and to establish a new English-medium 11-16 school that will operate across the current sites of the two schools from September 2017; • From the September 2017, post-16 provision (academic and vocational) to be delivered by NPTC Group of Colleges in Brecon; • From the September 2017, Welsh-medium secondary education to be delivered at the Builth Wells site of the proposed new school (one school over the two sites) in Mid Powys • To close the school sites at Gwernyfed and Brecon upon the opening of a new build campus in Brecon, in 2019/20. In relation to Builth Wells and Llandrindod High School, Cabinet agreed to start formal consultation the closure of Builth Wells High School and Llandrindod High School and to establish a new dual-stream 11-18 secondary school that will operate across the current sites of the two schools from September 2017. Cllr Arwel Jones, Cabinet Member for Schools, said: “The proposals we will consult on will create a critical mass of pupils that meets the council’s 600 pupil threshold at key stage three and four needed to meet the School Reorganisation Policy. “The proposal provides an opportunity for learners to have a broader post-16 curriculum and will 18

improve cost-effectiveness and efficiency and reduce overall surplus places. “The proposals will also deliver a broad Welshmedium curriculum in a central local for mid and south Powys. The move will improve costeffectiveness and efficiency, eliminate maintenance costs at both schools and remove surplus places. “Decisive action is needed in the region to strengthen our secondary provision, three of the four secondary schools are in special measures and the fourth is subject to Estyn monitoring. We must take action for the sake of our young learners. “We will consult with all stakeholders on these proposals and our consultation arrangements will be publicised shortly.”

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I am sure you are now aware that the Cabinet of Powys County Council have moved a step closer in closing a number of our local High Schools and Primary Schools. The cabinet meeting, which I watched via web cast in London, was a complete debacle and the decision to move to formal consultation was a forgone conclusion before the meeting had begun. This proves how little empathy and understanding the cabinet have for the children and young people of Brecon and Radnorshire. Over the last couple of weeks I have been meeting with the Head Teachers and Chair of Governors of all the High Schools under threat of closure. The most striking thing to emerge from these meetings is that Powys County Council are not listening to the professionals on the front line and are hell bent on closing our schools without looking at any other alternative ways of delivering our children’s education. Other proposals have been suggested to the Education Department, and the Portfolio Holder for Education, but have been brushed aside. Yet

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again they are not listening to the parents and the people delivering education to our children. As we now enter the formal consultation process I am urging all pupils, parents, community groups and stakeholders to engage in the consultation process and make representations to the council and to challenge their proposals with strong, factual arguments by comparing their proposals with their own School’s Transformation Policy and the Welsh Government’s Schools Organisation Code. Powys County Council have a track record of not following the correct procedures and cutting corners to get what they want. By comparing their proposals with the policies, compelling arguments can be made to keep our fantastic schools open. Many pupils who live within the Gwernyfed catchment area have had the threat of school closures looming over them all the way through their time in school and the stress and worry Powys County Council have inflicted on our children is completely unacceptable. Powys County Council say that the proposed transformation is to improve the education of our children but from what I saw at the cabinet meeting and from consulting with parents, teachers and governors this whole exercise is simply a cost cutting measure. A measure that is being tested on schools in Brecon and Radnorshire before the Montgomeryshire dominated cabinet start to reorganise their own schools in the north of the county. I now, yet again, urge everyone to engage in this process and send all your representations to Cllr Arwel Jones by post (Attn: Cllr Arwel Jones, Powys County Hall, Spa Road East, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5LG) or via email (cllr.arwel. jones@powys.gov.uk) and complete the online consultation survey at www.powys.gov.uk. It is essential that we now stand united to fight these proposals and we must continue to support our schools and not accept the ludicrous proposals put forward by the Council. All politicians within Brecon and Radnorshire from Community Councillors, County Councillors to our Assembly Members, and to myself as the MP, we must put aside our political differences and work together to fight these proposals. By working hard and standing together as a community we can keep our schools open. Chris Davies – your local MP

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Book Review: The Story of Life By (local) authors Catherine Barr and Steve Williams

At first, nothing lived on Earth. It was a noisy, hot, scary place. Choking gas exploded from volcanoes and oceans of lava bubbled around the globe… Then in the deep, dark ocean, something amazing happened. This is an exciting and dramatic story about how life began and developed on Planet Earth, written especially for younger children. The authors explain how the first living cell was created, and how the cells multiply and create jellyfish and worms, and then fish with bendy necks, which drag themselves out of the water into swampy forests. They tell the story of the biggest creatures that have ever walked on land – the dinosaurs. Long after that, hairy creatures who have babies, not eggs, take over, stand on two legs and spread around the world, some of them living through cataclysmic events such as ice ages and volcanic eruptions. Everyone living today is related to these survivors. What our reviewers thought: George Griffiths (aged 4): “I liked the dinosaur page and all of the pictures.” William Griffiths (aged 8): “I thought evolution was explained very well. I liked finding out how mammals were the first creatures to have babies rather than eggs.” Charlotte Griffiths (aged 9): I was a little concerned that God was not mentioned in the book, so I would like to believe that God came after the dinosaurs and created all creatures. Mummy Griffiths: “All three children sat very still and were very interested in the bite size parts of the story of evolution. The illustrations are a great way to help explain a complicated subject.”

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Michaelchurch Escley Primary and Preschool - They have been very busy! They have been very busy up at Michaelchurch! Preschool have been observing the changes in the season and will soon be planting early seeds to watch the flowers growing as spring progresses. The children will also be learning about animal habitats and footprints, looking at the animals that live in our local area. In school, Oak Class are now fully fledged journalists after completing a highly exciting workshop with Editor in Chief, Toby Murcott. The children investigated and reported on the Crimean War which they are studying this term and are finding fascinating. Reptile Expert Professor Jones came to talk to the children of Sapling class, bringing a load of the fascinating

creatures along with him.There were several pythons, a tortoise, a bearded dragon and a monitor lizard which the children were amazed by. Acorn class are now the proud owners of a spaceship that they have built themselves as part of their â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What is it made ofâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; topic. They have also been conducting some very interesting science experiments which has seen them learning about ice, strongest materials and what happens to food as it decays. The children have been finding this topic very exciting and have been encouraging all visitors to their classroom to have a look at the results! www.michaelchurchprimary.co.uk

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What’s on: during the week Monday Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. Play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 - 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860.Term time only. Little Gems Playgroup: 9 - 11.30am at St John’s Family Centre. 2-3 years old. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Stay and Play – Parent led playgroup: 9.30 - 11.30am. The Cabin @ Bronllys Primary School. Bumps, babies & toddlers – all welcome. £1 per session, refreshment included. Contact 01874 711444. Term-time only. Story Time at Hay Library: 11 – 11.30am. Come join in the fun. Contact 01497 820847. Cylch Meithrin Seren Fach (Welsh Playgroup for 2-3yr olds): 12.45 – 3.15pm at St John’s Family Centre. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Enjoy a Ball: 4 - 5pm at Hay Parish Hall. Champs 6 - 9 years. Contact 07715 607603. Brecon Athletics Club: 6 - 8pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677. Brecon Welsh language youth club: 6 - 8pm at Brecon Youth Centre. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Term time only. Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 - 9pm. The Old Museum, Glamorgan St, Brecon. Everyone aged 10 and up who wants to sing is most welcome. £5 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Llanigon YFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Philip Price 01497 847342. Tuesday Little Gems Playgroup: 9 - 11.30am at St John’s Family Centre. 2-3 years old. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only.

Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.10 - 11am. Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 School age. Term time only. Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 9.30 – 11.30am. Escleyside Hall. Join the weekly themed activities, spacious indoor play and outdoor adventures in our beautiful surroundings (bring wellies). £1.50 per family. Contact Kirsty 01981 240225. Term time only. 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. A new friendly group and everyone is welcome. Dormice Stay & Play: 10am - 12pm at Dorstone Village Hall. Dormice is a stay & play group for babies, toddlers, preschoolers & their carers. Refreshments & healthy snacks provided. Fee is £1.50 per family.Term time only. Pop-up-Play Sessions: 10am - 12 midday at The Muse at Brecon, Glamorgan Street, Brecon (Old Museum). For 0 - 4 year olds. Lots of interesting and exciting resources to provide stimulating play opportunities. £2 per session. For further info please call Brecknock Play Network on 07813 857474. Term time only. Story Time: 11 - 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free and all ages welcome. (Term time & Holidays). Language and Play Programme: 1.30 3pm at St John’s Family Centre. Free. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Builth Wells Welsh language youth club: 3.30 - 5pm at Riverside/ Riverside Community Centre. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Term time only. DAI y Bannau: 4pm at Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group. Young people aged 7+. Contact 07846 446268.

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Mid Powys Youth Theatre Drama Group: ages 8 to 11 at 4.45pm, ages 11 to 14 at 5.15pm. At Wyeside Arts Centre, Builth. Contact 01982 553668. Weobley Brownies and Guides: 5.30 - 7pm. Contact for venue. www. girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Brecon Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm. Age 7 to 10 years. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Gwernyfed Hockey Club: 6 - 7pm at Gwernyfed Sports Centre Astroturf, Three Cocks. Boys and girls aged 11+ welcome. No previous experience necessary. Equipment can be provided. Contact 07968214769. Samba Brecon: 6 - 8pm. A lively, friendly community percussion band which meets to play Afro-Brazilian rhythms on a weekly basis. New members are always welcome. No previous experience needed. First taster session is free. £4 per session. Under 16s must be accompanied. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 or Catherine 01874 625422. Glasbury Junior Paddlers: 6.30 – 7.15pm at Baskerville Hall, Clyro. Anyone have a child who wants to learn to kayak? £4 per session. If you’re interested just turn up. Lessons are in the pool until Spring time, after which they will then be on the Wye (meeting outside Glasbury Scouts Hut). Contact Pete 01497 820022. Gwernyfed Hockey Club Training: 7 - 8pm at Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345. Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 - 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Heather 01874 711093. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm. The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact CSM Dave Johnson 07411 248344. Brecon Youth Club: 7 - 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr, 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 only.

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What’s on: during the week Shukokan Karate: 7.15 - 8pm beginners, 8 - 9pm intermediates, 9 - 10pm seniors and adults. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Paul Jones 01874 623677. Brecon Basketball Club: 8 - 9pm. Brecon Leisure Ctr. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677. Wednesday Bee Busy Playgroup: 9 - 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Creative play, making and baking for 0 - 4 years. £2 per child, includes snacks and coffee. Contact Cari or Lizzie 01497 831056. Little Gems Playgroup: 9 - 11.30am at St John’s Family Centre. 2 - 3 years old. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Dwylo Back (Signing for little hands): 9.15 – 10.45am at the school hall, Ysgol Y Bannau, Brecon. £2.50 per session. 0 – 3 years. Baby signing classes followed by coffee, chat and play. Contact meithrin.aberhonddu@ gmail.com. See advert on back cover. Ti a Fi (Welsh Parent and Toddler Group): 1.30 - 3pm at St John’s Family Centre. Free. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Brecon Rainbow Guides: 5pm. For girls aged 5 & 6. Contact Pam Martin 07976 797107. Term time only. The Scribblers Writers Club: 5.30pm at 25 Lion Street, Hay-on-Wye. Free. Hay Festival’s young writers group for 12 – 17 year olds. Contact Jo RodellJones 01497 822620. Term time only. Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane, Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) - 18 years looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Headquarters Contact 01873 813756.

for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome. Contact Katy 07896 361453. Term time only. Little Gems Playgroup: 9 - 11.30am at St John’s Family Centre. 2 - 3 years old. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 - 11am at Talgarth Primary School (Main Hall). 50p donation for refreshments. Contact Wendy 07989 946241. Term time only. Brecon BIBS: 10am - 12pm at The Muse, Brecon. A friendly group of breastfeeding mums who meet for a cuppa and a chat. Contact 07866 924161 or visit www.breconbibs.co.uk. 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. Contact 01874 623480. Term time only. Clyro Rainbows Guides: 4-5pm. Girls aged 5 -7 years. Enquiries to Ros Murphy 01497 847102.To register your daughter and to add her to the waiting list please go to https://enquiryym. girlguiding.org.uk Term time only. 1st Eardisley Rainbows: 4.30 5.30pm. For girls aged 5 - 7 years. Contact eardisleyrainbows@hotmail. co.uk. Term time only. 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 Anthony Thornley 07854 012841. Brecon Brownies: 5.30 - 7pm. Brecon. For girls aged 7 - 10. Contact for venue. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies.

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Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 6pm (U15’s girls) 6.30pm (U 18’s) 6.45pm (Ladies). Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458.

Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. Hay Primary School. £2 a session £1 for additional children. Come along

Brecon Youth Club: 6.30 - 9pm. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Rd, Brecon. Activities, arts & crafts,

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cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Term time only. Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: 7.45 – 9pm. Scouting for 14 – 18 yearolds, meeting either in Crickhowell or Brecon (lifts are usually available). As well as traditional scouting activities we also take part in many other activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. We are a friendly group, and newcomers are more than welcome to come along and try us out. You can get a flavour of what we get up to by visiting our website www.brecknockareascoutcouncil. co.uk. Term time only. Friday Little Gems Playgroup: 9 - 11.30am at St John’s Family Centre. 2 - 3 years old. £7.50 per session or free to Flying Start Families. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Dorstone Dormice Baby & Toddler Group: 10am - 12noon. Dorstone Village Hall. £1 per child which includes snacks and tea/coffee. Please come along and say hello! Term time only. Brecon Bouncers: 4.15 - 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Trampoline activities. Contact Sue Goodhead 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 only. Saturday Enjoy a Ball: 10am, Play Ball 4 - 5 years. 11am Champs 6 - 7 years. 12midday, Bee Bops 3 - 4 years. At Clifford Community Centre. Contact 07715 607603. Hay Junior Youth Theatre Club: 10.30am - 12.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Fantastic fun. Professional performance skill training for kids aged 7 – 11 years. £6. Contact 07733. 055430.

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What’s on: during the week & March Rob’s No Worries Yoga – ‘Relax, stretch, release’ yoga for pregnancy: 12 - 1pm at The Well-Being Centre, Brecon. Focus will be on stretching, toning, relaxation & breathing techniques. Contact 01874 625358. See advert on page 12. Sunday Lego Club: 11 - 12.30 at The Globe, Hay on Wye. Free-play for children of all ages, with Duplo for young kids. Free to attend. Cafe open (with real cakes). Contact 01497 821762. .......................... DURING THE MONTHS Friday 18th March Brecon Beacons National Park Astronomy Evening – The Big Bang: 7.30pm at National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. What is the Big Bang and why does everything we see in the universe have an origin 13.82 billion years ago? Booking required. £15 per adult, £10 per person under 16. Contact 01874 623366. Tuesday 22nd March Breaknock Play Network: 10am – 12.30pm. The Must at Brecon (Glamorgan St). Family Fun Session. All children must be supervised by parent/carer. Free entry. Range of activities for 0 – 13 year olds. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 2. Breaknock Play Network: 1.30 – 3.30pm. Uplands Field, Brecon. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 2. Wednesday 23rd March Breaknock Play Network: 11am – 1pm. Lower Park, Three Cocks, Gwernyfed. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 2. Wild Wednesdays: ‘Easter Fun’ at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Decorate a bird feeder, make a suet bird treat, wild bird themed crafts, bird hunt. £4 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on pages 12 & 13. 18

Breaknock Play Network: 2 – 4pm. Talgarth Park (King George V Park). Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 2. Thursday 24th March Easter Activities with Brecon Museum: at Brecon Library, 10am - 4pm. Friday 25th Monday 28th March Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: 10am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, nr Leominster. Step back to the 18th century and join the hunt for the Georgian boots and bonnets and find them all to collect your Cadbury Chocolate Egghead prize at the end. Trail £2. Normal admission fees apply. Contact 01568 615721. Easter Egg Scramble: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley, Nr Rhayader. 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! No unaccompanied children. Free entry. Car parking charge applies. Contact 01597 810390. Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Find all the fancy Edwardian Easter eggs on our Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt and claim your Cadbury chocolate prize at the end. Contact 01568 780246. Easter Bunny: Brecon Mountain Railway. Come and join us for an Easter Bunny Train ride and Egg Hunt! Includes a present for every child and there is a prize for finding the Golden Egg. Trains depart from our main station at 10.30am, 12.15pm, 2pm and 3.45pm. Contact 01685 722988. See advert on inside front cover. EGGstraordinary Easter: Grounds 11am – 5.30pm, Castle 11.30am – 4.30pm (last admission 4pm) at Eastnor Castle and Grounds. Adult £10.50, child (3-15 yrs) £7, family (2+3) £28. Contact 01531 633160. See advert on page 4.

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Saturday 26th March Youth Market Llandrindod: 9.30am – 2pm at Co-op Alley, Llandrindod Wells. We need lots of customers to come, buy and watch at our Easter Youth Market! Watch performances, buy from traders. See advert on page 5. Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt: Sugar Loaf. 10am – 3pm (allow approx. 1hr to complete the hunt, arrive any time before 2pm) Child £2.50 (including a Cadbury chocolate treat). Tuesday 29th March Easter Quest: 11am – 4pm at Big Pit, National Coal Museum, Blaenavon, Torfaen. Join in our Mini Miners Quest around Big Pit. What will you find out about the museum? Find all the answers and at the end swap your completed trail for an Easter treat. Contact 03001112333. Easter Event: 2pm. Stoney Street, Madley, Hereford. Join us for tractor trailer rides, a treasure hunt, craft making, fun and games, chocolate treats and refreshments all included in entrance price. Children £6, adults £3. Contact 01981512561. Tuesday 29th March – Sunday 10th April Boots and bonnets trail: 10am – 4pm at Berrington Hall, nr Leominster. Step back to the 18th century and join the hunt for the Georgian boots and bonnets and find them all to collect your prize at the end.Trail £2. Normal admission fees apply. Booking not needed. Contact 01568 615721. Edwardian Holiday Trail: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Find all the fancy Edwardian eggs on our family outdoor trail and collect your prize at the end. Collect your trail sheet from visitor reception on arrival. Contact 01568 780246. Roman ruins: 10.30am – 4pm at The Weir Garden, Hereford. Discover the stories behind the remains we have and learn about the Romans. £2 per trail, normal admission applies. Contact 01981 590509.

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What’s on: March & April Wednesday 30th March Wild Wednesday: 10am – 3pm at Sugar Loaf. Every Wednesday during the school holidays. Child £3.00, Adults Free. 0844 249 1895 (booking essential). See advert on page 11. Wild Wednesdays: ‘Farmyard Fun’ at The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Decorate a piggy bank, visit pet lambs, chicks and rabbits and a farmyard animal hunt. £4 per child. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on pages 12 & 13. Arnold’s Big Adventure: at Theatr Brycheiniog, various times. Arnold the acorn is about to drop from his tree and begin his amazing adventure in search of somewhere to put down his roots. Join Arnold as his story flies in the wind, wiggles across the land and splashes into the sea... Who will he meet along the way and will he ever find the perfect spot to call home? Suitable for children aged 3 – 10 years and their grown-ups. Box Office 01874 611622. Thursday 31st March Dam Open Day: 1 – 4pm at Elan Valley. Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days – an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. Park at Penbont car park and take a walk through the woodland, up the steps to the dam entrance. Children should be supervised at all times. Minimum donation £1 for adults and children. All proceeds go to WaterAid. Contact 01597 810390. Easter Crafts: at Brecon Library, 2pm - 3pm. Friday 1st – Sunday 3rd April Hay Dark Skies Festival: Hay on Wye. Tickets £15 and allow entry to all events over the whole weekend. Child tickets £5. Contact 07733 501342. Saturday 2nd April Welsh Beekeepers Association Convention: 8am at the Royal Welsh Showground. The Welsh Beekeepers’ Association Convention 2016 will be held in the Old Food Hall at the

Showground with guest speakers, beekeepers’ question time, trade stands and exhibitions, bargain beekeeping supplies and all day refreshments. Adults £9 (advance payment £7). Juniors (under 17) free. Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on inside front cover. Planetarium Show & Jupiter Observation: 4 – 9pm at Elan Valley. 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 Jupiter and other celestial sights. Please book your place in advance. Contact 01597 810390. Sunday 3rd April Tweedy’s Lost Property: at The Courtyard, Hereford, 3pm. A comedy about a clown who gives in to society and gets a real job. Not knowing who he is anymore, Tweedy gets a job in a Lost Property Office to try and find himself. The consequences of attempting to run the office are hilarious – the lost property in his possession seem to develop lives of their own and allied with his own body rebelling, he is constantly prevented from answering the ringing telephone. In this one man, family show, Tweedy illustrates an impressive repertoire of comedic talents which have made him one of the most respected and popular clowns the country currently has to offer. Box Office 01432 340555. Monday 4th – Sunday 10th April International Dark Skies Week: 10am – 5pm at Elan Valley. In celebration of International Dark Skies Week, pop into the Visitor Centre to discover displays about Elan’s International Dark Sky Park award and Dark Sky coverage throughout Wales. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390.

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Tuesday 5th April Amser Stori with Menter Brycheiniog: at Brecon Library, 11am - 11.30am Wednesday 6th April Wild Wednesday: 10am – 3pm at Sugar Loaf. Every Wednesday during the school holidays. Child £3.00, Adults Free. 0844 249 1895 (booking essential). See page 11. Friday 8th April Chatterbooks: at Brecon Library, 3.45 - 4.45pm. Aged 8-11? Join brilliant new book club for children Chatterbooks! Wednesday 13th April Springtime Guided Walk: at The Weir Garden, Hereford. Meet at the visitor reception just before 2pm for a prompt start. Join our gardener for a guided walk to learn all about the spring bulbs at The Weir and get tips for your own garden at home. Booking is advisable, £3 per adult. Contact 01981 590509. Saturday 16th April Working & Pastoral Breeds Dog Show: At the Royal Welsh Showground. Working & Pastoral Breeds of Wales Championship Dog Show. Contact 01639 412572. Egg and Spoon: at The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am. A special theatre show for the early years. The very young won’t sit still to watch a show and we don’t expect them to. Egg and Spoon is an interactive romp through the seasons where you come in and out of our magic circle and get to open all the gifts of nature. Percy and April get you settled on our comfortable cushions and introduce you to Birdy, still hiding in his glowing egg. We have to wait till Spring if we want to see him so it’s time to begin our hands-on journey through the year with flocks of real flying birds circling around our special growing tree. We’ll run through the rain and the falling leaves and sleep under the snow till Spring wakes us up for the butterfly party. This show has delighted children all over the world from New York to Singapore and when Birdy does come

What’s on: April & May out they all want to give him a little stroke and a feed. Egg and Spoon is a perfect gentle introduction to the magic of theatre. Box Office 01432 340555. Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on page inside front cover.. Sunday 17th April Dam Open Day: 1 – 4pm at Elan Valley. Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days – an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. Park at Penbont car park and take a walk through the woodland, up the steps to the dam entrance. Children should be supervised at all times. Minimum donation £1 for adults and children. All proceeds go to WaterAid. Contact 01597 810390. Cwtchfest 2016: 11am – 8pm at Glanusk Estate, Crickhowell. A brilliant day with lots of exhibitors, live music, fireworks and cocktails, street food and DIY workshops, so make sure you come along! £10, children 3 years and over £1. Contact 01873 810414. Saturday 23rd – Sunday 24th April Annual Wonderwool Wales Festival: Saturday 10am – 5.30pm, Sunday 10am – 4.30pm at the Royal Welsh Showground. Wonderwool Wales is the premier Wool & Natural Fibre Festival in Wales. It’s great family day out covering all aspects of Felting, Knitting, Weaving, Spinning & Crochet along with Textile Art with raw materials, equipment, books workshops and events showcasing the best in Welsh and British wool and natural fibres. Contact 01938 820495. Friday 29th April – Monday 2nd May Talgarth Walking Festival: Come and walk on and aroundThe Black Mountains. Beautiful walks in stunning scenery for all abilities. Plus a talk, film, quiz night and much more. Talks and childrens events. www.talgarthwalkingfestival.org. 18

Saturday 30th April Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on page inside front cover.. Sunday 1st – Monday 2nd May Chilli Festival: Grounds 11am – 5.30pm, Castle 11.30am – 4.30pm (last admission 4pm) at Eastnor Castle and Grounds. Adult £10.50, child (315 yrs) £7, family (2+3) £28. Contact 01531 633160. See advert on page 4. Wednesday 3rd May Amser Stori with Menter Brycheiniog: at Brecon Library, 11 11.30am. Our once a month Welsh Language story time with Menter Brycheiniog a Maesyfed. Saturday 7th May Glanusk Welsh Stallion Show: 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. Pinocchio: at The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am. The story is set in Tuscany in Northern Italy. Gepetto decides to make a marionette from a magic piece of wood and he calls his puppet Pinocchio. Pinocchio is a mischievous naughty puppet who is easily distracted by the Fox and the Cat and soon forgets what the blue fairy tells him. We follow his adventures which include him being turned into a donkey and being swallowed by a shark. Finally Pinocchio gets what he wants most of all when he becomes a Real Boy. With original music and audience participation as well as use of puppetry and mime, our two talented actors bring this story to life making it treat for any child interested in fairy tales, toys, puppets or tales of foreign lands. Box Office 01432 340555. Sunday 8th May Bird watching Safari: 9.30am – 1pm at Elan Valley. A tour of the Estate with a

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What’s on: May & June 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 on 01597 810880. Saturday 21st – Sunday 22nd May Royal Welsh Spring Festival: 9am – 6pm at the Royal Welsh Showground. A celebration of rural life, the twoday festival, with its action-packed programme of entertainment and educational activities, free workshops, displays and main ring performances offers the perfect family day out. And to make things even better for our visiting families, this year all children aged 16 and under will have FREE entry. Advance tickets – adults £13, on the gate – adults £16. Contact 01982 553683. See advert on pages 14 & 15. Sunday 22nd May Bird watching 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 on 01597 810880. Thursday 26th May – Sunday 5th June Hay Festival: Hay-on-Wye has established itself as Britain’s ‘town of books’ so it is the ideal setting for a literary festival that now has an international reputation. The festival attracts leading writers and poets as well as plenty of celebrities. During the festival around 100,000 visitors will enjoy literature in all its forms and lots of music too. A great opportunity to indulge your tastes, including reading, debate, comedy, literature, food and music. Entry to the site is free; tickets to individual events range from £4 to £50, and many events each year are free. Contact 01497 821217.

HowTheLightGetsIn: How The Light Gets In is returning with more ideas, magic, music and wonder than ever before.In the magical setting of Hay, there’s something special in the air. There is no other place on the planet where you can meet as many of the world’s leading thinkers and dance until your feet ache. Festival Tickets get you into debates, talks, music and entertainment events. Festival Tickets are available for the first Bank Holiday weekend, Midweek, or second Finale weekend, or a special discounted 3 in 1 Festival Ticket to cover the whole eleven days. Book tickets online. Contact 0207 8373000. Saturday 28th May Howey Hedgehog Rescue: 11am – 3pm at Elan Valley. 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. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390. Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on inside front cover. Saturday 28th – Sunday 29th May Spring Craft Fayre: 10am – 4pm at Elan Valley. 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. Free entry. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 28th May – Sunday 5th June Mrs Beeton’s picnic trail: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Managing the Croft household is hard work, especially during the First World

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War. Use some of Mrs Beeton’s tips of household management to follow the family picnic trail and collect a prize at the end. Contact 01568 780246. Toadstool Hunting Trail: 10.30am 4pm at The Weir Garden, Hereford. Go hunting for the secret toadstools and learn about them with our Weird toadstool guide. Once you have found them, claim your prize. £2 per trail. Contact 01981 590509. Sunday 29th May Bird watching 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 on 01597 810880. Sunday 29th – Monday 30th May Vintage Eastnor. Grounds 11am – 5.30pm, Castle 11.30am – 4.30pm (last admission 4pm) at Eastnor Castle and Grounds. Adult £10.50, child (3-15 yrs) £7, family (2+3) £28. Contact 01531 633160. Tuesday 31st May Dam Open Day: 1 – 4pm at Elan Valley. Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days – an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. Park at Penbont car park and take a walk through the woodland, up the steps to the dam entrance. Children should be supervised at all times. Minimum donation £1 for adults and children. All proceeds go to WaterAid. Contact 01597 810390. Wednesday 1st June Wild Wednesday: Sugar Loaf. 10am – 3pm. Every Wednesday during the school holidays. Child £3.00,Adults Free. 0844 249 1895 (booking essential). Thursday 2nd June Craft at Brecon Library. Friday 3rd June Dragons & Damsels: 2 – 3.30pm at

What’s on: June & July Elan Valley. A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. Booking is essential on 01597 810880 - only 20 places available. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby (Grid reference SN 904617) at 2pm, back about 3.30pm. No unaccompanied children please. Contact 01597 810390. Saturday 4th June Pont ar Elan Show: Annual Dog Show, Hound Show, Terrier Show, Lurcher Show, Class for Whippets, Spaniels, Sheepdogs, Any Other Breed Dog, Best Child Handler. Dog Racing after the Dog Classes. Refreshments on Site. Location: Pont ar Elan, SN 903716. Donation tin on site. Contact 01597 811299. Meadow: at The Courtyard, Hereford, 11am. The grass remembers. It remembers you. It remembers me. And it remembers the animals that called the meadow home. Time changes everything. In a post human world, only the grass remembers the way things used to be. Meet the animals and insects that lived in the meadow, and see their stories come to life. Box Office 01432 340555. Sunday 5th June – Sunday 17th July Eastnor Castle and Grounds: (Every Sunday). Grounds 11am – 5.30pm, Castle 11.30am – 4.30pm (last admission 4pm). Adult £10.50, child (315 yrs) £7, family (2+3) £28. Contact 01531 633160. See advert on page 4. Monday 6th June Welsh Story Time: at Brecon Library, from 2pm. For 12months & under with Twf. Monday 6th – Saturday 11th June Celebrating National Bookstart Week: at Brecon Library. “Getting into the habit of sharing stories, books and rhymes every day (if only 10 minutes) can transform a child’s life, as they explore their world and make bonds, while building skills and a life-long love of reading” Events running during Bookstart week, see Powys Libraries website, Facebook or twitter pages. 18

Tuesday 7th June Amser Stori with Menter Brycheiniog: at Brecon Library, 11 11.30am. Friday 10th June Chatterbooks: at Brecon Library, 3.45 - 4.45pm. Aged 8-11? Join brilliant new book club for children - Chatterbooks! Saturday 11th June Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on inside front cover. Sunday 12th and Monday 13th June Tiddler: at The Courtyard, Hereford, various times. Under the sea, out on the farm and into the jungle, these terrific tales are woven together with live music, puppetry and a whole host of colourful characters from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestloved titles: ‘Tiddler’, ‘Monkey Puzzle’, ‘The Smartest Giant in Town’ and ‘A Squash & A Squeeze’. Funky moves, toe-tapping tunes and giggles are guarenteed! Box Office 01432 340555. Wednesday 15th June Diwrnod Hyfryd Sali Mali: at Theatr Brycheiniog, 1pm. Sali Mali has gone for a stroll and can’t be found anywhere. Where has she got to...? A Welsh-language stage play for 3-7 year olds and families based on Mary Vaughan Jones’s classic, timeless characters – with music, songs and endless fun. This new production in Cwmni Theatr Arad Goch’s unique style will take you on a special journey to Sali Mali’s world of magic and adventure. Box Office 01874 611622. Sunday 19th June Father’s Day Treat: Father’s Day treat at the Brecon Mountain Railway - bring your father with you and he can travel for the price of a child! Whatever his age, your father will enjoy a day out at the Brecon Mountain Railway whether it’s reminiscing about steam trains,

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engineering, building or just a trip down memory lane. Train departs from our main station at Pant at 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm. Contact 01685 722988. Peter Pan: 3pm at Eastnor Castle. Adult £13, child £9, family (2+2) £37. Contact 01531 633160. See advert on page 4. Saturday 25th June Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact 07469 249963. See advert on inside front cover. Sunday 26th June Magical Moths Beautiful Bees & Discovering Dragons: 10am – 12.30pm at Elan Valley Estate. Join local wildlife guides Sorcha Lewis & Janice Vincett to celebrate “National Insect Week”. You will have the opportunity to learn the skills required to seek out some of our truly fascinating insect species. Bring suitable clothing, sun cream, and insect repellent. Don’t forget your camera. Meet at Llannerch y Cawr car park, Claerwen Valley SN 901616. Contact 01597 811533. Thursday 30th June Wales & Border Counties Hound Show: At the Royal Welsh Showground. Contact 01267 237812. Saturday 2nd July Hay-on-Wye Summer Food Festival: At Hay’s Memorial Car Park, in the middle of town. This one-day gourmet gathering is well worth a visit. It’s limited to a relatively small number of local food, cider and whisky producers to ensure the quality is the best, and there’s entertainment from local brass bands, male voice choirs and folk musicians. An outdoor event. Free entry. Contact 01874 624979. Sunday 3rd July Hay Does Vintage: 10.30am – 4.30pm at Hay-on-Wye. Find in the centre of town and browse the eclectic mix of vintage and retro clothes, homewares, lighting, furniture and other treasures. Over 50 vintage and retro stalls in three venues. Contact 01497 820733.

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What’s on: July Tuesday 5th July Amser Stori with Menter Brycheiniog: at Brecon Library, 11 - 11.30am. Friday 8th July Chatterbooks: at Brecon Library, 3.45 - 4.45pm. Aged 8-11? Join brilliant new book club for children - Chatterbooks! Saturday 9th July Botanical Safari: 9.30am – 1pm at Elan Valley. One of our Rangers leads a botanical safari to learn about the plants and wildflowers of the Elan Valley. Places are limited so please book in advance on 01597 810880. Free entry. Saturday 9th – Sunday 10th July Children of the home front: Join us for a weekend of games, memorabilia, traditional food and clothing which the children of Croft and its parish would have enjoyed in 1916. Contact 01568 780246. Saturday 16th July Archaeological Picnic: 11am at Elan Valley Estate. Bring your picnic for a spot of lunch with the surrounding archaeological landscape explained and highlighted by TRYSOR. Suitable for all the family. Meet at Pont ar Elan car park SN 903716. Contact 01597 810449. Saturday 16th – Sunday 17th July Kite Festival: 10am – 5pm at Berrington Hall, nr Leominster. See Brown’s final landscape at Berrington come to life with colour with Hereford and Leominster’s annual kite festival. Bring your own kite to fly, see sport kites and enthusiasts expertly flying theirs and gain some tips on how to bring the sky to life. Contact 01568 615721. Monday 18th – Thursday 21st July Royal Welsh Show: 8am at the Royal Welsh Showground. The Royal Welsh Show is one of the most prestigious events of its type in Europe, bringing together the farming industry and rural community in a celebration of the best of British Agriculture with

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a unique and very special ‘Welsh’ flavour. Tickets pre show (online). Contact 01982 553683. Tuesday 19th July Dragons & Damsels: 2 – 3.30pm at Elan Valley. A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. Booking is essential on 01597 810880 - only 20 places available. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby (Grid reference SN 904617) at 2pm, back about 3.30pm. No unaccompanied children please. Contact 01597 810390. Wednesday 20th July Farm Flower Frenzy: 10am – 12.30pm at Elan Valley Estate. Visit a working hill farm for a laid back approach to exploring the diversity of wildflowers, protected by this way of life. Examine a living roof, protected hay meadows and rhos pasture. Suitable for all the family and no previous knowledge required. Bring drink, suitable clothing, sun cream and insect repellent. Meet at Gwaelod y Rhos car park SN 902673. Contact 01597 811533. Sunday 24th – Monday 25th July Eastnor Castle and Grounds: Grounds 11am – 5.30pm, Castle 11.30am – 4.30pm (last admission 4pm). Adult £10.50, child (3-15 yrs) £7, family (2+3) £28. Contact 01531 633160. Monday 25th July Miners’ Fortnight: 12 – 4pm at Big Pit, National Coal Museum Blaenavon, Torfaen. Family holidays to Porthcawl and Barry were highlights of the summer for coalfield communities. Come along and enjoy activities for the whole family including trails, soft play, dressing up and games. Cost Crafts £2 per child. Contact 0300 111 2 333. Wednesday 27th July Dam Open Day: 1 – 4pm at Elan Valley. Join our Rangers at one of our big Dam Open Days – an exclusive chance to venture into Pen y Garreg Dam and up to the central tower. Park at Penbont car park and take a walk through the woodland, up the steps to the dam

entrance. Children should be supervised at all times. Minimum donation £1 for adults and children. All proceeds go to WaterAid. Contact 01597 810390. Friday 29th July Dragons & Damsels: 2 – 3.30pm at Elan Valley. A fun afternoon of pond dipping - suitable for all the family. Booking is essential on 01597 810880 - only 20 places available. Meet at Dol y Mynach layby (Grid reference SN 904617) at 2pm, back about 3.30pm. No unaccompanied children please. Contact 01597 810390. Sunday 31st July Hay Horse Show: Showground: Nantyglasdwr Farm, Cusop, Hay-onWye. Classes include: Showing In Hand and Under Saddle, including Youngstock, Coloureds, Veterans, Arabs, Cobs and Hunters; also Working Hunters and Carriage Driving. Hay and Brecon Farmers Supreme Championship. Fun classes including Fancy Dress (Mounted and Without a Pony). Dressage, Combined Training and Show Jumping. Fun Dog Show. Contact 01981 510164.

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