local family magazine
Summer 2015 Issue 4.
nd Useful a e iv t informa with s nt for pare aged n e r d il ch 0 - 12 years
Activity Ideas • Days Out • Articles • Recipes • Puzzles Book Reviews PleaseCompetitions mention Cariads Local Family•Magazine when responding to adverts • What’s On Listings
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Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks 1pm - 4pm
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(Sellers from mid-day • Buyers from 1pm)
1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. Our remaing dates are:
July 4th & 18th • August 1st & 15th September 5th & 19th The NEW venue offers:
• Large outdoor space for dry weather • Large indoor space for wet weather • Refreshments stall • Free parking for buyers • Toilets on site • Disabled access £6 per car • £10 per van • No booking required Contact 01544 327716 • www.cariadslocal.co.uk
Win a Family Ticket to see Tree Fu Tom Live! In Hereford, Cardiff or Birmingham Join our hero Tree Fu Tom as he takes to the stage on his first ever nationwide ‘live’ tour in 2015.
on 29 July, St David’s Hall, Cardiff on 26th August or Birmingham Old Rep on 5th September.
With dates in theatres across the UK, running through November, fans of the CBeebies show will be able to follow the adventures of Tom, Twigs, and friends on an action-packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis!
Follow Tom, Twigs and friends on an action-packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis! After finding a dusty old treasure map, Tom decides to follow it and see where it leads – but it’s not an easy route! Tom and his friends must travel through wild weather and stop the mischievous Mushas who are making trouble ...
We have teamed up with Premier Stage Productions to offer 1 lucky winner the chance to win a family ticket (for 2 adults and 2 children) to the 1.00 pm performance of this brand new stage show at one of three venues - the Hereford Courtyard Theatre
Tree Fu Tom Live! is full of fun, music and laughter and Tom will certainly need your help to do the Tree Fu moves that could help save the day. Be part of the Magic! www.treefutomlive.co.uk See feature on page 15.
Q: Who is Tom’s best friend and sidekick? Send us your answer by email or on a postcode, see contact details on page 1. Closing date is 24th July 2015. To advertise in our next issueFriday : tel 07971 446632 or email lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk
Hello To start with some good news! Everyone meet Otis Freddie Badham (pictured right). Born on 24th April weighing 8lb 4.5oz. There’s nothing quite like the smell of a newborn baby, the first sign of a smile ... Address: Goosepool Cottage Winforton Herefordshire HR3 6EB Telephone: 01544 327716 07971 446632 Email: lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk Website: www.cariadslocal.co.uk
Working with local 14 Children’s Nurseries and 26 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, Peterchurch, Sennybridge, Talgarth and Whitney-on-Wye. Winter issue: Out October to cover Half Term & Christmas - see page 32 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.
Now onto our Summer issue. The team have been busy sourcing as much variety as possible. Our first pages are all about childcare. For working parents, School holidays can mean a constant juggle. The local Clubs and Playschemes can be a great break for parents, not to mention super fun for the children. We then move on with ideas for family days out and activities. Some corker attractions have come aboard Cariads. Some right on our doorstep and others within an hours drive. A big topic, and a worrying one at that, is the proposed plans by the Powys County Council for our local High Schools. Our new MP, Chris Davies has supplied an article updating us on the current situation. Chris, being a concerned parent himself, will help us fight for the next generation. When this magazine goes to print, my next job is to write a letter to PCC explaining my concerns. If you are affected by their ‘proposals’ for Gwernyfed, Brecon, Builth or Llandrindod, make sure you have your say, don’t sit back because you may leave it to late. Our what’s on listings have grown massively - now a whopping 8 pages. This will be my ‘Bible’ over the coming months. Lastly, a personal thank you to local mum Laura Williams from Brecon, who has helped hugely with contacting local businesses for this issue. Meaning I could have some precious moments with Otis. Why do babies have to grow up so quickly? It doesn’t seem that long ago that Cariad was born, now approaching 3 she’s choosing what she wears each day (pictured right)! Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x
Competitions
This month we have three prizes up for grabs: • Family Ticket to see Tree Fu Tom Live - see opposite page • £20 Gift Voucher for Cariads, Brecon - see page 22 • Two copies of the book, The Man in the Mountain - send us your name, address and contact number on a postcard or email by 31st August 2015. The winners will be announced in our next issue. Our Easter issue winners: Quackers Family Ticket - Charmayne Pugh, Rhosgoch. Family Ticket to the Tretower Court Medieval Encampment Event - Annabelle Richards, Chimery.
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Bringing the fun of the farm to you An interactive fun approach to cuddle, stroke, brush and pet the animals www.partyanimals2ewe.co.uk
The Jubilee Hall, Llanelwedd CSSIW Registered For children aged 3 – 12 years
Perfect for all kinds of occasions
Open during all school holidays from 8.15am – 5.45pm
BIRTHDAY & GARDEN PARTIES FAMILY DAYS • SCHOOLS & NURSERIES RESIDENTIAL HOMES CORPORATE EVENTS ETC.
£14 per day (reduced rate of £2 for siblings) £9 per half day (5 hours) For further information and full Summer Programme, please email:
builth.playscheme@gmail.com or telephone 07767438219
“Our aim is to encourage children to have fun, play, learn, gain confidence, become socially aware and develop the ability to express themselves in a caring and friendly environment”
Telephone
01982 551608 07933 779703
HOLIDAY CLUB 8am-5.45pm, Monday - Friday, throughout the Summer Holidays (except the bank holiday) £20 full or £12 half day breakfast, snacks and hot teatime meal provided.
Themed weeks to include arts and crafts, trips, cooking and many more fun activities
Tel: 01497 820339 After School Club resumes during term time
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It’s all fun and games at Llyswen Cheeky Monkeys! School holidays can be a real puzzle, but its one Cheeky Monkeys have solved. They provide the support you need and give children the chance to gain new experiences and take part in a stimulating, recreational programme of activities which change on a daily basis around a weekly theme with play being the main focus. Whether it’s the excitement of going on trips out with friends, swimming or taking part in creative workshops, games, sports, drama, dance, art, cookery … the list is endless. Your child will have an unforgettable summer full of fun. Instead of being cooped up at home with grown ups, they’ll be with children of their own age, forging friendships that can last a lifetime. Cheeky Monkeys provides a high quality, affordable and secure holiday childcare service that caters for children from as young as 3 up to 12 years old, setting themselves apart from their neighbouring clubs. Their opening hours are from 8am - 5.45pm and you can book for a full day at £17.50 (£16.50 for siblings) or half day sessions (am/pm) for just £10 per child. They offer a hot meal service on Mondays and Fridays only, whereby parents can order their child’s lunch from the Strand Cafe, Talgarth menu or you may opt to provide your child with a healthy packed lunch. A mid-morning snack is included in this cost and drinks are freely available thought out the day. Llyswen Cheeky Monkeys is registered with CSSIW and therefore they have to work to a high standard to help your child stay healthy and keep them safe. They pride themselves on being one of the best childcare providers in Powys. For more information, to request a programme to see what exciting activities they have lined up, or to book your child’s place please call the play leaders on 07919818253 or email llyswencheekymonkeys@hotmail.co.uk.
CHEEKY MONKEYS At Llyswen Cheeky Monkeys, Archde acon Griffiths Primar y School, Llyswen
For 3-12 years From Monday 20th July to Tuesday 1st September (Closed Bank holiday Monday 31st August)
8AM - 5.45PM £17.50 - Full Day £16.50 - Siblings £22.00 - Trip Day £10.00 - Half Day Cheeky Monkeys offers children an opportunity to engage in a range of stimulating play activities including arts & crafts, sports, cookery, dance and free play. Also the chance to socialise with other children in a safe environment.
Fully Qualified DBS Checked Staff! For more information or to book your child’s place please contact the play leaders on: Tel : 07919818253 or email: llyswencheekymonkeys@hotmail.co.uk
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A new FUN style of Martial Arts Training Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing is the newest Martial arts club in Brecon. Offering a new FUN style of martial arts training. Their Training takes the best parts of other martial arts and blends them in to Freestyle Kickboxing, which is great for kids. Unlike traditional Martial Arts all sessions are done to music and kids respond to the informal style. Children get a great work out, and a sense of achievement, they can work towards the different coloured belts and each week they select one child to be “Black Belt of the Week”. They ensure that no one is made to feel silly and that everyone is included in all activities. As well as the Monday and Thursday training, they are also about to start a Saturday Morning Club, from a new location – so students have 3 opportunities to train each week. Instructors are licenced, insured, DBS Checked, qualified in first aid, Martial Arts and external Training, safe training is our main concern. Please see advert opposite for more information.
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Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing club Better live one day as a Wolf than a lifetime as a sheep
Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing is a great way to: • Get in shape • Learn something new • Develop self confidence • Get fitter Training in Harleys Bars Mondays and Thursdays 7 - 8pm
Suitable for Men and Women of all ages from age 6 upwards www.facebook.com/wolfpackkickboxing
Website: www.wolfpackkickboxing.weebly.com
07739 474 327
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Holiday Club with a difference
Long summer days full of Activities – that is what this Children’s Holiday Club is all about. The activity site is set in 175 acres of woodland where Oaker Wood Leisure offer a wide range of outdoor activities. Oaker Wood Leisure offer Holiday Clubs every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in August. Every day is different with a selection of activities taken from High Ropes, Monkey Climbing, Super Swing, Climbing Wall, Rafting, Zip Wire, Low Rope Challenges, Woodland Games, Inflatable challenges, Target Shooting, Woodland Crafts, Survival Skills, and Den Making. Get dressed prepared to get muddy!
Come and play Hockey this Summer
“Amazing range of activities and good value for money” There are also days especially for teenagers (12-16 yrs) full days of paintball based at the Paintball Fort and playing games such as Attack the Bus, Defend the General and Speedball. Teen Paintball Days will be Weds 12th & 26th August.
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With Gwernyfed Hockey Club Back to Hockey sessions starting on Tuesday 14th July 6-7pm, running until 18th August (inclusive). All over 11’s welcome (adults included!) at Gwernyfed Sports Centre Astroturf. No previous experience necessary. Equipment can be provided. For more information or to book a place contact Liz Davies Jones 07968214769 lizldavies@hotmail.co.uk
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The Judge’s Lodging A Victorian Revelation... A visit to this multi award-winning historic judge¹s accommodation and court offers a most unusual journey back in time. Wander through the judge¹s private apartments and make yourself at home, for The Judge¹s Lodging an historic house with a difference you can touch! You can lie on the beds, read the judge¹s books and even pump water in the kitchen. Below stairs there is the full range of servants¹ rooms to explore, with kitchens, sleeping quarters and workrooms; a whole gaslit world to discover. The tour is finished by a trip to the vast echoing courtroom, where you are haunted by the echoes of trials long since concluded.You are guided through this Victorian world by an eavesdropping¹ audiotour featuring the voice of actor Robert Hardy. If you have children to entertain, you don¹t have to
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worry about being told off every time they move, because the building is family-friendly. They have their own activities and hilarious guidebook to help them explore and throughout the summer holiday they can take on The Judge¹s Challenge, a set of tasks to help them explore the lives of the Victorian, using their observational powers, body and brain power to explore life in a Victorian house. Just check out the website or call for any information. Tel: 01544 260650 / www.judgeslodging.org.uk
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Free play sessions 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 the summer holidays, see advert opposite.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 plus lots more! Please note that some of these dates may be subject to change. They have a Facebook page you can check for updates. For any further information please email brecknockplaynetwork@googlemail.com or call 07813 857474.
Brecknock
Play Network
Uplands Field, Brecon 1pm – 3pm Every Tuesday from: 21st July - 25th August Every Thursday from: 23rd July - 27th August
10am – 12 noon
Every Thursday from: 23rd July - 27th August
Three Cocks (Lower Park) 4pm – 6pm Every Tuesday from: 21st July - 25th August
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B R E CO N BA N D S TA N D THE PROMENADE SUMMER PROGRAMME OF EVENTS JUNE 21st - BRECON TOWN BAND JUNE 28th - BRECON HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA & MUSIC JULY 5th - USKELELE JULY 19th - FAIRTRADE PICNIC JULY 26th - JENNY ANY DOTS (Children’s Entertainer) AUGUST 9th - CHILDREN’S STORYTELLING & BALLOON MODELLING AUGUST 23rd - CÔR MEIBION ABERHONDDU (Brecon & District Male Choir) AUGUST 30th - LIFE OF RILEY (Ceilidh Band) SEPT 6th - PLAN BRECON PROMFEST (1pm Start) FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT 01874 622884 ALL CONCERTS START AT 2PM ADMISSION IS FREE
EVENTS SUBJECT TO CHANGE/CANCELLATION
Please look after this bear! Calling all bear carers! Calling all bear carers! Paddington needs YOU! Hay Theatre Company are holding their 7th annual Theatre Summer School at Clyro Village Hall on Wed 5th to Sat 8th August, 10:30am to 12:30pm. Fun-filled drama sessions based on the adventures of “Paddington Bear”. You’ve read the books, you’ve watched the film, now be the bear. There are all sorts of scenes and characters to explore like The Brown family, whose lives are never quite the same again after they meet Paddington.Take any costume/props you think might help, a duffle coat, rain hat, wellies, but really, just take your jolly selves. No line learning, any performances will be improvised (made up by you, rehearsed and polished). No experience of being a bear necessary or shall we say it is not a bear necessity, oops wrong book! Further enquiries email: haytheatreco@gmail.com. Website: www.haytheatre.co.uk for all of the youth theatre activities. See you in August! Please mention Cariads Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts
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Perrygrove Railway Treehouses, Trains & Treasure Discover a world of treehouses and treasure hidden in the trees on the edge of the Forest of Dean. 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 20 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. The 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!
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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
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Big Pit National Coal Museum There’s loads going on this summer and autumn at Big Pit. During Miners’ Fortnight, 20th - 31st of July, there will be trails, soft play, dressing up and games. Big Pit’s Living History Weekend, 1st and 2nd of August, will be a chance to step back in time and meet some coalfield characters. Discover what lives on Coity Tip and take part in an OPAL Citizen science survey on the 25th July in the Bug Hunt on the Big Tip at 11.30am - 1pm & 2pm - 3.30pm. Go along and have a ‘hoot’ with them making crafty owls and other autumn-themed crafts during half term, 26th – 30th October.
Don’t forget they‘ve also got their world famous underground tour when you get kitted up with a helmet and a light, travel 300ft underground with an ex miner and discover the heritage and history of mining. Entry to underground tour is free, but a small charge may apply to some activities. Children must be at least one metre tall to go underground. For further information, call (029) 20573 650 or visit ww.museumwales.ac.uk.
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Girlguiding UK - Have fun, build brilliant friendships and gain valuable life skills... Girlguiding UK is the leading charity for girls and young women in the UK, founded in 1909. Thanks to the dedication and support of 100,000 amazing volunteers, Girlguiding UK are active in every part of the UK, giving girls and young women a space where they can be themselves, have fun, build brilliant friendships, gain valuable life skills and make a positive difference to their lives and their communities. Girlguiding builds girls’ confidence and raises their aspirations and gives them the chance to discover their full potential and encourages them to be a powerful force for good. Girlguiding is open to all girls – of all faiths and none.
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We are for all girls and young women, whatever their background and circumstances. We offer them fun, exciting activities and the chance to make life-long friends.
Girlguiding gives girls a space where they can really be themselves with other girls and share the experience of growing up as a girl in today’s world. Research has shown that being girl-only is one of the things our young members value most about guiding.
Guiding is as relevant to today’s girls as it was 100 years ago, because we listen to them and constantly evolve and adapt what we offer them without losing what makes us uniquely us. In additional to our weekly meeting where we have a lot of fun playing games, singing songs, enjoying the outdoors and indoor activities too. Some of the other opportunities offered to girls now include the following: • Twice a year Girlguiding hosts the BIG GIG – a massive pop concert for more than 20,000 Guides – with performances from some of the biggest and most popular current artists. • Our camps, holidays and trips give girls the chance to try new adventures, from quad-biking, orienteering and abseiling, to zorbing, canoeing and zip-wiring. It’ll make a positive difference to their lives and their communities. Rainbows - Have lots of fun Rainbows are girls aged five to seven (four to seven in Northern Ireland) and follow a program called the Rainbow Jigsaw, through which they can take part in lots of different activities with girls their own age. 10
Brownies - We do cool stuff Brownies are girls aged seven to ten who become a member of a Six and follow a program called the Brownie Adventure. Brownies opens up a world of exciting challenges and the opportunity to try new things and to make brilliant friends. Guides - We make things happen Guides are girls aged 10 to 14 who are given the chance to explore their individual skills and abilities and try out new challenges as part of a team. Girls can get involved in anything from adventure sports to performing arts, travel and taking part in community action projects The Senior Section - We explore more The Senior Section offers young women aged 14 to 25 the opportunity to develop their skills and abilities through a flexible and inspiring program which offers a huge variety of challenges, activities and opportunities for personal development. Opportunities for adults in guiding? Girlguiding isn’t just for girls. In total, we have around 100,000 adult volunteers and supporters. More than 80,000 amazing volunteers contribute over ten million hours to guiding every year. In return, we offer training and the opportunity to develop new skills. There are many volunteer roles in guiding. Many volunteers give their time as Leaders or Assistant Leaders for guiding units and get to see girls enjoying events and activities that they have organised. Other volunteers take on administrative responsibilities, or help out with driving or maintenance on an occasional basis. You can also keep up with news, events and developments within Girlguiding and enjoy a range of benefits by becoming an adult member. Local Units in Wales: - Rainbows & Brownies in Clyro (Hay-on-Wye), 3 Rainbow, 3 Brownie and 2 Guide Units in Brecon, Rainbows, Brownies and Guides in Crickhowell and Llangynidr, Brownies and Rainbows in Gilwern. In England: - Brownies and Guides in Weobley, Rainbows and Brownies in Kington, Rainbows in Eardisley. All joining enquiries (children & adults) should be directed via the Girlguiding UK website: www.girlguiding.org.uk/get_involved.aspx
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Replace the school playground with your garden this summer holiday!
Wild Wednesdays
Get your young ones involved in creating a wildlife friendly garden to attract bees, butterflies and birds, creating an exciting hive of activity. Insects: Attract bees, butterflies and ladybirds by planting nectar rich flowers such as honeysuckle, lavender, sedum and cotoneaster. Also add an insect house to make them feel welcome; great fun to make from scratch or available to buy ready-made. Birds: Encourage birds by planting trees and bushes such as holly, sorbus and pyracantha which produce natural winter food such as berries. Also provide bird feeders and nesting boxes.
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It’s great fun making a bird feeder with lard and bird seed and decorating a bird box with colourful paints! Hedgehogs: These friendly little mammals will help keep your garden free from slugs and snails! Make sure there is a way into your garden for hedgehogs and provide them with food and water… they love cat or dog food in jelly or a specialist hedgehog food! Also introduce a hedgehog house to provide somewhere safe for them to hibernate during winter. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.
Explore the Sugarloaf and St Mary’s Vale with our rangers, where you’ll have the chance to tick off some of your 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾, including damming a stream, den building, hunting for bugs, kite flying, creating wild art and much, much more. Every Wednesday during the summer holidays. 10am - 3pm Child: £3 Adults: free
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Archwiliwch fynydd Pen-y-fâl a Bro Santes Fair gyda¹n ceidwaid, lle byddwch yn cael y cyfle i dicio i ffwrdd rhai o¹ch 50 o bethau i¹w gwneud cyn eich bod chi¹n 11 ¾, gan gynnwys codi argae ar draws nant, adeiladu den, hela chwilod, hedfan barcud, creu celfyddyd wyllt a llawer mwy. Bob dydd Mercher yn ystod gwyliau¹r haf. 10am - 3pm Plentyn: £3. Oedolyn: am ddim Ffotograffaeth/Photographs © National Trust
For more information and to book visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sugarloaf-and-uskvalley or call 0844 249 1895 Mae’r Ymddiriedolaeth Genedlaethol yn elusen gofrestredig, rhif 205846 The National Trust is a registered charity, no. 205846’
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Lyngo Theatre presents Puss In Boots
Would you trust a talking cat? You never know, he might turn you from a pauper to a prince just like the hero of this story, brought to vivid life by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies. Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. This is a great production for kittens age 4 and over (age guide only), and is a wonderful introduction to theatre - with a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts - go and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers! This is Lyngo Theatre’s second visit to Wyeside, following Patrick Lynch’s successful tour of Jack And The Beanstalk last year.
Follow Tom, Twigs, Ariela and friends on an action packed adventure! Join CBeebies star, Tree Fu Tom, as he takes to the stage at The Courtyard, Hereford on Wednesday 29th July, St David’s Hall, Cardiff on Wednesday 26th August or at the Old Rep Theatre, Birmingham on Saturday 5th September! Follow Tom, Twigs, Ariela and friends on an action packed adventure through the magical world of Treetopolis! After finding a dusty old map,Tom decides to follow where it leads and see if it will take them to any mysterious hidden treasure - but it’s not an easy route to follow.Tom and his friends must travel through wild weather and catch the mischievous Mushas who are making trouble along the way. Full of fun, music and laughter,Tom will need your help to do the Tree Fu moves that could help save the day. Be part of the magic!
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Our Children, Our Schools, Our Future I risk boring readers by bringing an MP’s perspective to Cariad. Bringing up children should be great fun and hugely rewarding and as a father of two little girls myself the last thing I want to do is ‘lecture’. However, given the threats offered to our local education system by the ‘one size fits all’ approach adopted at Cardiff Bay and County Hall, I hope that there is some merit in airing the issues. If I needed reminding after the General Election campaign, our community is one of small towns, villages, hamlets and farmsteads. The sparsity of population is one of the factors that make our area one of such charm and character. It offers its challenges in terms of travel to services, notably in travelling to school, but it helps to produce confident youngsters versed in far more than computer games and the latest fashion – go to any Young Farmers’ Club and you’ll see exactly what I mean.
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Our children are our future and our schools are central to that. The idea that by merging our high schools into ‘super-schools’, condemning children to lengthy travel and less personal tuition, is somehow justified by some notional financial saving is ludicrous. It is not too extreme to characterise the idea as a real and present danger to all that is best in our communities. I have publicly opposed ‘centralisation’ of schooling in our area for many years. I want my daughters to go to Gwernyfed High School on its present site in Three Cocks and I know that parents throughout Brecon and Radnorshire also look forward to seeing their children moving on to existing local high schools. We are fortunate in having excellent teaching and support staff across our area; we must offer them our full and unequivocal support – they help to shape our children and our future. I have been fortunate to have been given a platform. I pledged during my election campaign to raise the profile of Brecon and Radnorshire and I can think of no better cause than the future of local education around which to base a campaign to promote our
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area as one where excellence is attained by ‘bespoke’ schooling of the type we all know and praise. Parents at Gwernyfed High School have taken the initiative and I was able to help as both Governor and MP at a campaign fund-raising event at the Old Railway Nursery in Three Cocks when almost £2000 was raised. Local events highlight the issue and encourage solidarity. If you have anything in mind and I can help in any way, please get in touch. Whilst Brecon may be the prospective host to the ‘super school’, I’m certain that parents in the catchment will have concerns that a huge school will swamp pupils used to the personal touch from which we benefit in our area. I will certainly fight to retain that approach, treating each pupil as very much an individual; no matter what buildings we have, we will all seek categoric guarantees that any changes are improvements, not changes for the sake of pragmatism and, yes, money. Of course, whilst initial focus has been on the Brecon/ Gwernyfed issue I am only too aware that we must keep pressure on the need to maintain excellent schools in Builth Wells and Llandrindod Wells and to make access to Welsh medium education readily available and accessible. Space prevents me developing the theme but I urge parents (current and prospective), teachers, Governors and everyone with an interest in local education to get in touch so that together we can mount a robust, effective and winning campaign. On the wider front, I am working with my colleagues in Cardiff Bay to ensure that as much pressure as possible is applied to a Welsh Government that puts political dogma before our children’s future and, frankly, ignores Brecon and Radnorshire, something we must look to remedy when next we elect our Assembly Members. I have also had outline discussions with the Secretary of State for Education in Westminster and will make certain that the future of education in Brecon and Radnorshire echoes around the Westminster Chamber. Our children are our future and our schools are central to that – please lend your support to the case for saving what is a fundamental part of our community and please let me know if you think that we can put the initials ‘MP’ to good use for the cause. Chris Davies MP
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You are invited to visit our Year 5 & 6 Open Evening Wednesday 30th September 6:00 - 8.30pm
96% Best ever Key Stage 3 results. Pupils going to Cambridge, Durham and Bath Universities, and a medical school.
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Lady Hawkins’ High School Our community is proud of Lady Hawkins’ School. Our school is a special place. Lady Hawkins’ School is successful because so many people - students, staff, parents/caregivers and community members - work in partnership to make it so. We are “The centre of learning at the heart of the community”. At Lady Hawkins’ School, we provide opportunities to create an inclusive, stimulating environment for all students. Our students thrive in an environment which offers a wide range of extra-curricular activities. Recently the Year 7s went on a residential to St David’s, where they had a brilliant time participating in many activities including surfing, kayaking, climbing and coasteering. In July a group of Year 10 students will be participating in the annual trip to the Battlefields of the First World War in Belgium and France.The students research the war dead from their own families; visiting the graves and memorials of these relatives is central to the trip. The students visit the battlefields, trenches, cemeteries and memorials
learning many historical aspects of the First World War, but also an understanding of the impact of conflict and the importance of respect and remembrance. Former students said, “It was an eye opening experience” and “Emotional, thought provoking”. Students also benefit from opportunities to be involved in our highly successful Young Enterprise group, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, visiting our link school in Uganda, Maths Challenges, sports teams, as well as Gym and Dance displays. Our professional and highly qualified team provides our students with the best possible start to their academic future. At Lady Hawkins’, subjects are brought to life by our inspirational teaching team. Their knowledge, experience, creativity and enthusiasm inspire our students to explore their individual interests and reach their full potential. Our students thrive in a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment. They develop respect, understanding and responsibility through daily social interaction and specific learning experiences. Article supplied by Lady Hawkins’ School.
• 14ft drop slide • 4 lane astra slide • ball pool • maze • roller racers • soft play for toddlers • peddle go-carts • ball cannons • double drop slide • large outdoor sandpit, picnic and lake area
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LADY HAWKINS’ SCHOOL & SIXTH FORM KINGTON HEREFORDSHIRE HR5 3AR
“The centre of learning at the heart of our community”
Open Evening Thursday 24th September 6.30p.m. - 8.00p.m. Lady Hawkins’ School is an 11-18 Comprehensive School set on the Welsh Borders, a ‘Centre of Learning at the Heart of the Community’. The school, founded in 1632, prides itself on its caring atmosphere. 86% A* - C GCSE Mathematics and English Language overall results in 2014, along with excellent results in all other subjects especially Science, Humanities and Modern Foreign Languages, shows the hard work of the Staff and Students. The School is very lucky to be set in beautiful grounds with a new Sixth Form Centre, an Eco Classroom, plus a brand new all-weather outdoor Tennis Courts and Multi Use Games Area which have just been completed for the school and the community. In addition to its academic successes, with a large proportion of the Sixth Form Students qualifying for excellent universities, the school encourages extra-curricular activities. Students participate in Duke of Edinburgh Awards, Battlefields and Field Trips, Ski Trips, Musical and Drama Productions. Sixth Form Students participate in the Young Enterprise Scheme, and visits to Auschwitz and to our link school in Uganda. We are extremely proud of the all-round education we provide.
Tel. (01544) 230441
Email: enquiries@lhs.hereford.sch.uk
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Michaelchurch Escley Primary and Preschool - What a great year! We have had a busy year here at Michaelchurch! Preschool has been going from strength to strengththe children are very happy and are having lots of fun including picnics by the river and walks in the woods. The Preschool is open Tuesday-Thursday 9am-3pm so please pop along if you would like to visit. At school we now have 3 classes operating in the morning and they have been covering exciting topics such as dinosaurs, the ancient Egyptians, novel writing and are starting Robin Hood. This class will become all day from September this year which we are very pleased about. Our numbers have almost doubled since last year and will continue to grow with our new Reception intake in September. We are immensely proud of our school and what we do and we really want to share it with you, the local community. Please come and visit us, either at one of our planned events (see the ‘What’s On’ section) or email admin@michaelchurchescley.hereford.sch.uk to arrange a visit. Article supplied by Michaelchurch Escley Primary School.
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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 Summer holidays. Older siblings welcome.
Tel: 07866 924 161 • www.breconbibs.co.uk facebook.com/groups/BreconBIBS
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Fresh coffee anyone?
The Play Barn are now offering their customers “Rijo42 Coffee”. The beans are ground to order ensuring that each cup is bursting with delicious, fresh coffee. Along with the traditional coffees they used to offer, such as Americano and Cappuccino, they now also have on offer: Latte Macchiato (layers of coffee and milk) and a Mochaccino (a wonderful fusion of esspresso, steamed milk and chocolate). The Play Barn have added some delicious new syrup flavours to their collection - you can now choose from caramel, vanilla, hazelnut, cinnamon and gingerbread. As these new coffees have proven to be so popular, they’ve introduced a new loyalty card scheme - Buy 9 Rijo42 coffees and the 10th is on them! “We look forward to welcoming you to the Playbarn”.
Jokes: Two boys were arguing when the teacher entered the room.The teacher says, “Why are you arguing?” One boy answers, “We found a ten pound note and decided to give it to whoever tells the biggest lie.” “You should be ashamed of yourselves,” said the teacher, “When I was your age I didn’t even know what a lie was.” The boys gave the ten pound note to the teacher. Where do you find a tortoise with no legs? Where you left it. A pupil went to school and he asked “May I use the bathroom?” The teacher replied, “no not unless you say your abc’s.” The pupil said “a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o q r s t u v w x y z.” The teacher asked “Where’s the p?” He replied, “Running down my leg!” Italy got Hungary, ate Turkey, slipped on Greece, broke China, went shopping in Iceland and got eaten by Wales. What do you call a line of barbies? A barbecue.
Tel: 01874 623480 “Award winning Soft Play. The fun awaits!” Now selling Rijo42 bean to cup coffee
Why don’t the most popular crisps run a marathon? Because they are walkers! Why did the Dinosaur cross the road? Because Chickens were not invented. What did the fish say when he swam into the wall? Dam. What’s brown and sticky? A stick. How do you make seven an even number? Take the s out.
Open Wed-Sun 10am-5pm Open 7 Days Powys School Holidays Located at Brynich, 1 mile east of Brecon www.breconplaybarn.co.uk
What does the snail say when it’s riding on a turtle’s back? Weeeee. Two fish are in a tank. One turns to the other and says “Do you know how to drive this thing?”
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We stock a wide range of school shoes for their first day of school to their last
All staff are Startrite trained Shoe Fitters
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Recipes: “Our family will have a picnic at any time of the year, regardless of rain or even snow, but it’s definitely more fun to eat outside once the weather starts warming up! Somehow everything tastes better when you’re in the open air! We’ll often just make up some sandwiches and pack some crisps, apples and a few bottles of water, but sometimes it’s nice to make a picnic a bit more of an event, and cook something special. My boys are especially fond of both these recipes, and they’re actually pretty easy for little fingers to help with. A word of warning: the sausage rolls in particular are EXTREMELY moreish, make plenty! Of course, if you’ve got time on your side you can make your own pastry, but the readymade stuff is very handy.”
Sausage Rolls Ingredients:
8 of your favourite sausages Plain flour for dusting 500g block of puff pastry 1 medium free range egg, beaten Oil for greasing Grainy mustard, ketchup or brown sauce (optional)
Method: 1: Lightly grease a baking tray with the oil and preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius or 180 degrees for a fan oven. 2: Snip a hole in an end of each sausage and squeeze the sausage meat out into a bowl. Add some mustard, ketchup or brown sauce if using, and mix. 3: Dust your worktop with flour and roll out half the pastry into a rectangle about A4 paper size. 4: Take half the sausage mixture and make one long sausage out of it. It should be almost as long as the long edge of the pastry. 5: Put the sausage meat along the bottom half of the pastry, leaving a border around the edge. Brush all around the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg. 6: Fold the top half of the pastry over the bottom half and seal the border by pressing down around it with a fork.Trim away any excess pastry and then cut the giant sausage roll into 8 smaller ones. 7: Place the sausage rolls on the baking tray and make 8 more with the remaining pastry and sausagemeat. Brush the sausage rolls with remaining beaten egg. 8: Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden and the sausagemeat is cooked through.
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Chocolate Chip Shortbread Ingredients:
200g of soft butter (plus some for greasing) 100g golden caster sugar (plus some extra for sprinkling) 300g of plain flour (plus some extra for dusting) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 100g chocolate chips
Method: 1: Preheat oven to 180 degrees Celsius and grease two baking trays with butter. 2: Cream together the butter and sugar in a large mixing bowl. 3: Sift in the flour and add the vanilla extract and chocolate chips. 4: Mix until a dough forms and then knead gently until smooth. 5: Dust your worktop with flour and roll out the dough with a rolling pin until it’s about a quarter of an inch thick. 6: Use cookie cutters to cut out whatever shapes you like from the dough. Put the biscuits onto the baking trays and bake for 10-15 minutes until golden. 7: Once biscuits are out of the oven, sprinkle with caster sugar and place on a wire rack to cool. The Picky Pickers blog, pickypickers.wordpress.com is dedicated to helping parents to steer their fussy little eaters towards more balanced and varied diets. Packed full of recipes, tips and advice, Picky Pickers aims to get children excited about cooking and eating, and maybe even trying some greens! For lots more fun and scrummy recipes to make with your kids, visit pickypickers.wordpress.com
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Benefits of Mediation Wye Valley Mediation is run by Claire Jackson, who began professional practice as a barrister in 1994. On moving to Hay she decided that she wanted to help families avoid court unless it was necessary- separation is traumatic enough, without the added cost and stress of litigation.
• Your children’s living and care arrangements • How to tell the children about the changes to their family life.
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your mediator will help you focus on your children’s needs
Claire says that some degree of conflict is inevitable when couples separate as our emotions impact on our problem solving ability. It can help to have an independent third person present (the mediator) who can provide structure to the conversation about present and future planning.
Mediators won’t make the decisions for you, but they will empower you to make decisions that you can both agree on; by giving you relevant legal information, identifying what information you need to gather, and helping you generate options for a settlement. Most importantly mediators help you to focus on your children’s needs.Your agreement is not binding until you have had advice from your solicitor, but your mediator will save you time and money by gathering everything the solicitor will need in order to advise fully.
So what sort of things might you want to talk about with your mediator?
TOP TIP from Claire – go to www.entitledto.co.uk to discover all the benefits you are entitled to on separation. www.wyevalleymediation.com
“When we get results in family mediation, it is because of the trust we build” A professional, yet personal service to help you move forward when your family separates
Experienced mediator Claire Jackson will help you find a solution which works, whilst protecting your legal interests. • Provider of legally aided mediation • MIAMS accredited For more information please visit our website: www.wyevalleymediation.com
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Agincourt 600 Wales We few, we happy few, we band of brothers. In our last chapter we left the brave men of Brecon waving good bye to their families on a bright sunny day in June. The Lady Gwladys and the other women returned home with a shadow of fear in their hearts. News would be a long time coming, and ahead of the men were not only the dangers of battle itself, but also the sea crossing to France, cold nights, weeks of rain and the risk of disease in the camp. When all were assembled the King and all the men and women needed to support the campaign set off for France. Henry knew he needed to capture a port to ensure his supply route from England. Harfleur was perfect as it not only had a good harbour but it was also easy to defend from landward attacks! Unfortunately this made it harder for Henry to capture. The army surrounded the town to cut it off from supplies then the big artillery pounded the walls to weaken them. Finally the troops were ready to attack! Just in the nick of time the towns commanders asked to talk and agreed a surrender. But the damage had already been done. A month camped in the boggy fields around the town had weakened Henry’s men; - no toilets and so many people meant it was hard to keep water clean and many were ill with dysentery. Henry took a week to consider his position;- those of his men too ill to continue he sent back home, still more needed to be left in Harfleur to prevent counter attacks by the French. Return to England having only captured one town would mean disgrace; - he needed to make a statement and prove he wasn’t afraid. Henry took his remaining 9000 men and set off across France towards English owned Calais. The route he planned was saying: “this is my land, come and stop me if you think you can!” After 2 & ½ weeks of marching the armies faced each other. With each day that passed Henry’s men grew more tired, food was running low and still more men were sick.The French stood between Henry and Calais – they had to fight! The French troops were well equipped, fresh from home and full of confidence; - they planned to tell tales about this fight for years to come, ‘the day we beat that upstart Henry and
his rabble of peasants’. The longer they waited, delaying the battle, the more their ranks grew with local lords wanting a share of the glory.The situation could only get worse for Henry, he had to take the fight to them. As the day dawned on the 25th of October Henry spoke to this men, he reminded them of their victories and told them that the French had laughed at their measly army and claimed not to even need their own cross-bow archers to ensure this victory. Well that was all it took, no-one mocks a longbow archer and lives to tell the tale! With the village of Agincourt on one side and dense woodland on the other, the battlefield was long and narrow. The massed longbows took up position on the sides behind sharpened stakes. The 1500 Men-at-Arms filled the middle of the field in a dense line 4 men deep. The French Men-at-Arms outnumbered them 5:1 and filled the valley from side to side. The Longbows unleashed their arrow storm – an armour piercing rain of death - the French taking by surprise rushed their knights forward into hand-to-hand combat. They approached in full armour over muddy ground, Henry’s ‘lowly’ Men-atArms had lighter gear and moved with speed to meet them. Once a knight was down in the mud the weight of his armour made it almost impossible for him to get back up – Henry’s men pounced! The sheer number of French began to push Henry’s forces back, but the archers kept up their terrifying hail of arrows and now the French were having to climb over their own fallen comrades. A shout goes up – the King’s brother is wounded! Henry fights his way to his brother’s side and takes up position above him. The fighting grows fierce – Henry is struck! Dafydd Gam and Henry Vaughan rush to defend their king. Still the French keep coming and the arrows have all been fired, bowmen take up their swords, hatchets and even their tools to continue the fight. For 3 hours the battle rages, the orders ring out ‘take no prisoners’- The King’s standard still flies proud and finally the French run scared! As both sides count their losses the legends begin. Henry has lost 450 men while the French have lost over 6000. From this day to the ending of the world, But we in it shall be remembered- “We few, we happy few, we band of brothers.”
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Hay History Weekend Fun for all the family is promised at the third annual Hay History Weekend, 11th-13th September. The theme is the Battle of Agincourt, since 2015 marks the 600th anniversary of the event and historical records suggest that some of the brave longbowsmen who fought and won came from this area. Some believe they even trained at Hay Castle! Set perfectly in and around Hay Castle, this Medieval themed weekend will offer a full programme of events, including real knights on horseback, sword fights and horse carriage rides delivered by TV and film troupe the Cavalry of Heroes. Plus participatory workshops and shows with Hay Youth & Senior Theatre Group, sword and shield decorating, wood turning, calligraphy and talks from the UK’s leading authorities on Agincourt and Medieval weapons; Anne Curry and Bob Wosenam-Savage.
Eyecare for all the family • Private Eye Examinations • Free NHS Examinations for: • • • • • • • •
For the full programme and ticket information see www.hayhistorygroup.co.uk • • • • • • • • • • •
children under 16 students under 19 those on income based benefits over 60s Diabetic and glaucoma sufferers Over 40s with family history of glaucoma Those registered sight impaired or severely sight impaired Anyone with extreme long or short sight may be eligible
Children’s Eye Assessment Contact lens fitting and follow-ups Optical coherence tomography (3-D eye scanning) Digital retinal photography Low vision assessment Red/sore eye assessment Dry eye assessment and treatment DVLA licence renewal eye testing Large frame selection and specialist lens advice Hearing tests available on request. Eye Plan direct debit scheme available for glasses and contact lenses
01497 821260 Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm Saturday 9am to 1pm Backfold, Hay-on-Wye. (Formally J M Penning Optometrist)
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Kids say the most funniest of things: Oscar was completing a school crossword over Christmas and one clue read: What did the three wiseman follow to reach Bethlehem beginning with ‘S’? To which he responded: “Sat Nav.” Oscar James - aged 8
Kai: “Mum do you know next week’s not even made yet!” Kai Hammond - aged 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Charlie and his mum talk about why she is on a healthy eating and exercise plan for the next 6 weeks before they go on holiday. Mum explains “It is so I can squeeze into my bikini”. Charlie thinks it’s because she wants to eat loads on holiday as they are going all inclusive! Charlie Ayling - aged 11
Grace was star gazing and she turned to her mum and said “Arhh mum look at all the constipation’s!” Grace Beedle - aged 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adult: “Where are you going on Holiday Ffion?” Ffion: “To MaYorkshire”. They were in fact off to Mallorca. Ffion Smith - aged 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . They are playing in the garden and a passenger aeroplane was in the sky. Nanny pointed to it and said “Look Auntie Den and Uncle John will be in one of those tomorrow going on their holidays”. Surranne looks up and says “Nanny don’t be silly, it’s too small” Surranne Clare-Probert - aged 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Freddie looks out of the window, turns to his mum and says: “Mumma I need to mow that lawn tomorrow”. Freddie Pugh - aged 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . When her mum tried waking Maggie Rose, the first thing Maggie Rose said: “Ok mum just let me get this snot out of my eyes!” Maggie Rose Hammond - aged 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mum: “Please don’t jump in the muddy water before School, you can after School”. Paige jumps in the muddy water. Paige: “Sorry Mummy my feet didn’t listen!” Paige Creamer – aged 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Imogen got home from School and turned to her mum and said: “Mum, where did u get your new skin from?” Her mum explained she had had a spray tan. Later that evening mum was in the shower and Imogen shouted in a panic, “Mum your new skin is coming off ”. Imogen Keeble - aged 3 30
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, Christopher s Book Reviews: “Hi, I’m Christopher. I’m 11 years old and I live in Brecon. I love reading and review my favourite books at Christopher’s Corner on www.bookwormink.co.uk.” Heroes of Olympus: The Lost Hero. by Rick Riordan ‘This is the number one, bestselling title in this new spin-off series from Percy Jackson creator, Rick Riordan. Old enemies awaken as camp half-blood’s new arrivals prepare for war. When Jason, Piper and Leo crash land at Camp Half-Blood, they have no idea what to expect. Apparently this is the only safe place for children of the Greek Gods - despite the monsters roaming the woods and demigods practising archery with flaming arrows and explosives. But rumours of a terrible curse - and a missing hero - are flying around camp. It seems Jason, Piper and Leo are the chosen ones to embark on a terrifying new quest, which they must complete by the winter solstice in just four days time. Can the trio succeed on this deadly mission - and what must they sacrifice in order to survive?’ This is the first instalment in the new series by Rick Riordan featuring his famous character, Percy Jackson, a teenager who’s half-god and lives in modern day Manhattan. In the book Percy Jackson has gone missing and his friends are looking for him. The goddess Gaia is coming back with the giants to take over Olympus. Three new heroes must rise to fight the giants! These heroes are Jason, Piper and Leo, some students from a local school who get mixed up in the adventure. This is an action sort of book; it’s very exciting, but not scary! I like how you can learn Greek and Roman mythology from it. My favourite bit of the story is when Jason fights the giant Enceladus. This is my favourite part, because I like it when he uses his Roman fighting skills. My favourite character is Jason because he is good at fighting monsters. Also he comes from a Roman camp which is pretty cool. This is a good book for people age 9 and up. I would say it’s more for boys than girls. It’s a good idea to read the Percy Jackson books first. That way you get to know all about Percy. I think this is just as good as the Percy Jackson books, and Rick Riordan is one of my favourite authors at the moment. 5 Stars The Man in the Mountain by J E Roberts In the Black Mountains of Wales wild animals are disappearing. A strange figure is roaming the peaks at night, calling them into the deep caves beneath the mountains. Joe has moved to the area from the city and is trying to get used to his new life with his family. But now, together with his friend Gwen, he must risk his life trying to find the animals and bring them back. The Man in the Mountain is an ecological adventure story for children 9 years old and above. Although set in Wales, the theme of reconnection to nature is universal. In our current society books like this are needed as studies show children are losing touch with the natural world, increasingly unable to identify animals. Sir David Attenborough says: “The wild world is becoming so remote to children that they miss out, and an interest in the natural world doesn’t grow as it should. Nobody is going protect the natural world unless they understand it.” The book contains interesting facts about science, Darwin and evolution woven into the story. Readers will also enjoy the many laugh-out-loud comic moments. “I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book! As a class teacher I believe that it is an excellent read for children in Key Stage 2/3 as it celebrates the beauty and precious quality of nature which are relevant when studying environmental issues. The setting is wild and mystical but the characters are very real. It is ideal for text-based literacy activities as it is rich with literary devices and written in short chapters to make it manageable. I will be using it with my class next week! Loved it!” - Mrs Hall from Hay School. Please mention Cariads Local Family Magazine when responding to adverts
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HAY-ON-WYE In Summer 2014 we launched our Peterchurch promote yourselves to Llyswen new and exciting Cariads Local families in this area? Michaelchurch Escley Bronllys Family Magazine. It’s proved TALGARTH to be very successful with local BRECON Sennybridge families and the businesses who have appeared Llangorse in previous issues. The growth a year later is superb. Advertisers get results because they Llangynidr are going direct to their target audience. CRICKHOWELL
• Packed into the children’s bags at their School or Nursery • Going direct to the decision makers • Distributed 1 - 2 weeks before the School Holidays • A long shelf life • Large whats on section - which keeps on growing • Interesting articles, recipes, competitions, reviews ... • Working with 26 local Primary Schools and 14 Nurseries • Delivered to local community points and tourist information centres for visiting families • Promoted in our monthly sister publications Wye Local and Local Beacon • Handy A5 sized magazine for the coffee table • A print run of 4000+ If you offer a service, a product or events/ classes for children aged 0 - 12 years then Cariads Local Family Magazine is right up your street! Our Winter issue is out in time for the October Half Term and covering this and the Christmas Holidays. Articles are offered on a first come, first served basis. And we welcome parents feedback on content to keep it interesting. If you have any questions in the meantime, please do contact us. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x
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Being a parent to a newborn baby, a 2 year old, and a step parent to a 10 year old, I am really looking forward to gathering all the information other local families need for the next Winter issue. To give them as much variety at their finger tips as possible.
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Sourcing interesting ideas for family days out - I for one am prepared to travel that little bit further to get those all important memories.
The what’s on section is vital, it’s become peoples ‘Bible’!
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What’s on: during the week Monday Hay 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. 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. 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. 2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): 5.30 – 6.30pm. Llanfaes Church Hall. Contact www.girlguiding.org.uk/joinus to register interest. Term time only. Brownies: 6 - 7.30pm in Brecon. 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: 6 – 8pm at Brecon Youth Centre. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Term time only. 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 friendly group and everyone is welcome. Toddler Tuesdays: 10am – 3pm. Perrygrove, Forest of Dean.Treehouses, trains, treasure and more. Contact 01594 834991. See advert and article on page 8. (Until 20th October.) Story Time: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free and all ages welcome. 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. Brecknock Play Network: 1 – 3pm at Uplands Field, Brecon. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 7. (From 21st July – 25th August.) Language and Play Programme: 1.30 – 3pm at St John’s Family Centre. Free. Contact 01874 611723. Term time only. Bushcraft Activity Day: 2 – 4pm at YHA Danywenallt National Park Study Centre, Talybont Reservoir. Contact 01874 676677. See advert on inside back cover. (During the Summer Holidays 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. Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group. Young people aged 7+. Contact 07846 446268.
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Weobley Brownies and Guides: meet 5.30 - 7pm. www.girlguiding.org. uk/brownies. See article on page 10. Brecon Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm Brecon. Age 7 - 10. www.girlguiding.org. uk/brownies. See article on page 10. 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. See advert on page 5. (Starting 14th July – 18th August) 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. Hay Film Makers: 6.30 - 8pm. The Globe, Hay. Free entry. Come and learn how to make films. Open to all. Contact Janine 07733 055430. Gwernyfed Hockey Club - Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345. Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 – 8pm training in Harleys Bars. A great way to get in shape, learn something new, develop self confidence and get fitter. Suitable for men and women of all ages from 6+. Contact 07739 474327. See feature on page 4. Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 - 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Heather 01874 711093.
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What’s on: during the week Brecon Youth Club: 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon. Activities: Arts and crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. 11 – 25 years. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Term time. 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 07989 980601.
Ti a Fi (Welsh Parent and Toddler Group): 1.30 – 3pm at St John’s Family Centre. Free. Contact 01874 611723. 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. Rainbow Guides (for girls aged 5 & 6): 5pm. Cobbles Coffee Shop. Contact Pam Martin 07976 797107. Term time only. See article on page 10. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane, Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) 18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Headquarters Contacts: 01873 813756. Thursday
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.
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! Contact Katy 07896 361453. 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.
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.
Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 10 – 12noon. St. John’s Family Centre, Brecon. (Please note the venue may change, please check www.breconbibs.co.uk) National Trust’s Wild Wednesdays: 10am – 3pm. Explore the Sugarloaf and St Mary’s Vale with our rangers. Damming a stream, den building, hunting for bugs, kite flying, creating wild art and much more. Child £3, Adults free. Contact 08442 491895. See advert on page 13. (Every Wednesday during the Summer Holidays.) 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.
Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 – 11am. Talgarth Primary School. 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. See advert on page 20. 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. Brecknock Play Network: 10am – 12pm at Talgarth Park. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 7. (From 23rd July – 27th August.)
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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. Brecknock Play Network: 1 – 3pm at Uplands Field, Brecon. Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 7. From 23rd July – 27th August) Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 2 - 3.30pm. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860. Brecknock Play Network: 4 – 6pm at Three Cocks (Lower Park). Contact 07813 857474. See advert on page 7. (From 21st July – 25th August.) 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 or Jemma Alderson 07836 501925. Eardisley Rainbows: 4.30 - 5.30pm. For girls aged 5-7. Contact: eardisleyrainbows@hotmail.co.uk Term time only. See article on page 10. Brecon Brownies: 5.30 – 7pm. Brecon. Age 7 - 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/ brownies. See article on page 10. Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 6pm Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. U15’s girls. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Brecon Youth Club: 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday and Friday. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Activities: Arts and crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 1125. Contact Rhodri Jones on 01874 622658. Term time only. Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 – 8pm training in Harleys Bars. A great way to get in shape, learn something new, develop self confidence and get fitter. Suitable for men and women of all ages from 6+. Contact 07739 474327. See feature on page 4.
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What’s on: during the week & July Netball: 7 - 8pm at Gwernyfed Sports Hall. £2 on the night. New players very welcome, great for mums wanting to get back into exercise. Contact Lisa Marie 01544 327716. 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 – 12 noon. Dorstone Villlage Hall. £1 per child which includes snacks and tea/coffee. Please come along and say hello! Term time only. 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.
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: Two By Two – June 20th till 28th Minions 2D & 3D – June 26th till September 13th Inside Out 2D & 3D – July 24th till September 13th Song of The Sea – Aug 14th till 17th Paper Towns – September 4th till 13th Hay Senior Youth Theatre Club: 1 – 3pm at the Globe at Hay. £6. Fun and Laughs, professional performance skill training for kids ages 12-16. Contact 07733 055430. Sunday 5th July Dance like a Georgian: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall. A Georgian dance troupe entertain you with an afternoon of elegant 18th-century. Forest School fun and Open Afternoon: 2 - 4pm at Michaelchurch Escley Primary and Preschool. FREE! Have a fun few hours doing Forest School activities including making willow crowns, an obstacle tree, making dens and there’s even a firepit to toast marshmallows!. The Preschool and school will be open to look around and for you to talk to staff if you wish. It should be a nice afternoon so please come along with your children to join in- everyone is welcome! See feature on page 20.
Brecon Bouncers: 4.15 – 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Trampoline activities. Contact Sue Goodhead 01874 623677.
Brecon Town Council presents – Ukelele: 2pm at the Bandstand, The Promenade, Brecon. Free event, great for the family. Contact Brecon Town Council 01874 622884 (mornings only). See advert on page 7.
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Hay Youth Theatre Club: 10.30am – 12.30pm at the Globe at Hay. £6. Fantastic fun and professional performance skill training for kids aged 7-11. Contact 07733 055430.
Summer Fair: 3 - 6pm at Michaelchurch Escley Primary and Preschool. With BBQ and stalls. Everyone welcome! See feature on page 20.
Enjoy a Ball: 10 – 11am (Bee Bops 3-4 years), 11am – 12pm (Play Ball 4-6 years) at Clifford Community Centre. Contact 07715 607603.
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Saturday 11th July Hardwicke Fete: 5 – 8pm (Dog show 6pm).Hardwicke Hall. Attractions and stalls.
Saturday 11th Sunday 12th July Ribbons Ballet School Annual Show: 6pm Saturday, 2 & 5pm Sunday. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. The performances feature over 250 young people dancing in a variety of styles including ballet, tap & street/hip hop. Contact Lesley Walker 01874 623219. Saturday 18th July Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (sellers from midday). Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks, LD3 0SG. All weather venue. Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert inside front cover. Saturday 18th July – Sunday 19th July Kite festival – Fly it like a Georgian: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall. Bring your kite along or buy one on the day and join Hereford & Leominster kite festival to fly it like a Georgian or make your own kite to take home. Free event. No booking required. Contact 01568 615721. Saturday 18th July – Monday 27th July Play like an Edwardian: 10am – 4.30pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Play Edwardian and wartime fete games with Croft’s summer family trail in and around the gardens. Dogs on leads welcome. Ask for your trail sheet at reception on arrival. Tickets £2 (per trail). No booking required. Contact 01568 780246. Saturday 18 July Saturday 6 September Gardener Ned’s Lost Veg: 10am 4pm at The Weir, Hereford. Naughty
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What’s on: during July rabbits have stolen lots of Gardener Ned’s prize fruit and veg. Help him find them and win a prize. Suitable for children. (Every day from Saturday 18th July - Sunday 6th September). Sunday 19th July Fairtrade Picnic: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. See advert on page 7. Monday 20th July – Thursday 23rd July The Royal Welsh Show: Providing something to interest everyone through its kaleidoscopic range of activities including forestry, horticulture, crafts, countryside sports, Sports Village and a 12 hour programme of exciting entertainment that continues throughout each of the four days of the event. Contact 01982 553686. Monday 20th July – Friday 31st July Miners’ Fortnight: 12 – 4pm at Big Pit Coal Museum, Blaenafon, Torfaen. Come along and enjoy activities for the whole family including trails, soft play, dressing up and games. Free entry. See feature on page 9. Wednesday 22nd July Wild Wednesday – “Circus Skills” – Children’s Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. Friday 24th Sunday 26th July Welland Steam & Country Rally: Woodside Farm, Welland, nr. Uptonon-Severn, WR13 6NG. Adults £10, children & OAPs £8, children under 11 free. Visit www.wellandsteamrally.co.uk Saturday 25th July Solar Scopes – National Park Visitor Centre Free Event: 10.30am – 4pm. Libanus, Powys. Enjoy a rare chance to see our nearest star in close-
up. Solar telescopes will be set up to allow you to view the sun safely (weather permitting). Come and have a peek for free, and find out how to get involved in astronomy. Parking charges apply, entrance free. Family friendly. No booking required, just turn up! Contact 01874 623366. Llangors Village Fete & Sports: 2 5pm. Llangors Youth & Community Centre. Arts & crafts, fancy dress, bouncy castle, refreshments & much more. Fun for all the family. Contact 01874 658335. Sunday 26th July Hay-on-Wye Horse Show: 9.30am. Nantyglasdwr Farm, Cusop, Hay-onWye. Contact 01497 847340. www. hayhorseshow.com. Big Summer Edwardian Bash: 10am – 5pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Get outdoors and closer to nature with our Edwardian summer celebration of outdoor play and games. Re-live memories of childhoods past with traditional play of the early-twentieth century and an Edwardian style summer fete. No booking required. Free event (normal admission charges apply). Contact 01568 780246. Hereford Owl Rescue: 11am – 3pm. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. See some of the beautiful owls currently at the rescue centre. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. Brecon Town Council presents – Jenny Any Dots – Children’s Entertainer: 2pm at the Bandstand, The Promenade, Brecon. Free. Contact Brecon Town Council 01874 622884 (mornings only). See advert on page 7. Sunday 26th July – Thursday 30th July Arts & Crafts: 11am – 17.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Join Carnival Arts for crafty workshops. Adult £6.50, Child (3-15yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4.
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Monday 27th July Papercraft Workshop: National Park Visitor Centre. Libanus. Make your own unique noticeboard using reclaimed and recycled materials. You will also get a chance to learn how to create paper furniture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5. Booking essential. Car Park charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Wednesday 29th July Wild Wednesday – “Rainforest Road Show” – Children’s Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. ‘Wacky Wednesday at the Well’: 11am – 3pm. Maendu Well (The ‘Wellfield’), North of Maes-y-Ffynnon, Brecon. Joint event between Maendu Well Group and Flying Start. Forest schools, play, games and more! Contact 01874 625422. Children’s Pottery Sessions: Eastnor Pottery, Home Farm, Eastnor, Ledbury. An ideal opportunity for aspiring young potters to work with professional, ceramic artists. Experience ‘hands on’ real clay with an exciting variety of making techniques. Contact 01531 633886. Tree Fu Tom Live!: 1pm or 3.30pm shows at The Courtyard, Hereford. Join CBeebies star Tree Fu Tom as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide ‘live’ tour. £13.50, concessions £11.50, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £42. See feature on page 15. Friday 31st July Once in a blue moon – Charity Night Walk up Pen Y Fan: Registration from 8.30pm at Pont ar Daf, walkers can start the ascent between 9 & 9.30pm. Join us for a once in a blue moon experience, and walk up Pen Y Fan, the highest peak of the Brecon Beacons to watch the sun set and the moon rise. Refreshments and a Blue Moon certificate for all participants. £15pp registration fee (free entry for under 12’s). Contact 01874 611717.
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What’s on: during July / August Friday 31st July – Sunday 2nd August Talgarth & District Regeneration Group – Talgarth Sports: 3 day sports festival. Contact 07725 111799. Saturday 1st August Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. (All weather venue). Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert inside front cover. Saturday 1st – Sunday 2nd August Living History Weekend: 12 – 4pm at Big Pit National Coal Museum, Blaenafon, Torfaen. Step back in time and meet some coalfield characters and hear their stories. Plus music from Blaenafon Town Band. Free Entry. See feature on page 9. Radnorshire Wildlife Trust “Wild About Gilfach Rangers”: Gilfach Nature Reserve. Children’s Nature Explorer packs will be available to take with you on your self-guided walk or picnic at Radnorshire Wildlife Trust’s Gilfach Nature Reserve. Contact Radnorshire Wildlife Trust 01597 823298. Sunday 2nd August Ghurka Wing (Mandalay) of Brecon 200th Anniversary Celebration: 2pm. The Bulwark Brecon. Brecon Town Council invites you to be present when the Gurkha Wing (Mandalay) of Brecon, accompanied by the Band of the Brigade of Gurkhas, exercise their rights as Honorary Citizens of the Town. This year celebrates the 200th Anniversary of Gurkha Service to the Crown. This is a colourful and memorable, historic occasion and you are most welcome to attend. Contact Brecon Town Council 01874 622884 (am only). Sunday 2nd August – Thursday 6th August Budding Bakers: 11am – 17.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Join Easy Peasy Cookery for baking and decorating workshops. Adult £6.50, Child (315yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4.
Monday 3rd August Papercraft Workshop: National Park Visitor Centre. Libanus. Make your own unique noticeboard using reclaimed and recycled materials. You will also get a chance to learn how to create paper furniture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5. Booking essential. Car Park charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Take pART Pottery Workshop: 10am – 1pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. Contact 01874 623366. Monday 3rd – Friday 7th August Bushcraft Activity Week: at YHA Danywenallt National Park Study Centre, Talybont Reservoir. Contact 01874 676677. See advert on inside back cover. Tuesday 4th August
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Wednesday 5th August – Saturday 8th August Theatre Summer School - Hay Theatre Company Drama Workshops for Kids with Janine Sharp: 10.30am – 12.30pm at Clyro Village Hall. £38. Children aged 7+. Contact 07733 055430. See feature on page 7. Thursday 6th August – Sunday 9th August Brecon Fringe Festival: 30+ venues with live music and other events taking place in venues all over town and in nearby villages. Visit www. breconfringe.co.uk Friday 7th August – Sunday 9th August Brecon Jazz Festival: A sprinkling of stellar names and leading lights of the Jazz world. Colourful street entertainment keeping all ages entertained around town. Saturday 8th August Llanigon YFC Show: Dressage, Show Jumping, Dog Show, Speed Shear, Sheep Classes, Baby Show, Children’s Sports, Bale Tossing Competition and Tug of War. Contact 01497 847342.
Puppets and Peg Dolls Workshop: Drop in between 10am and 4pm. Brecon Library. Free admission. Suitable for age 3 - 11 years. Contact Martine Woodcock (Brecknock Museum) 01874 624121.
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Three Cocks Steam and Vintage Rally: Boatside, Hay-on-Wye. See a large selection of Steam Traction Engines, Commercial Vehicles, Vintage and Classic Cars, Tractors, Motor and Pedal Cycles, Stationary Engines, Historic Caravans and miscellaneous exhibits in Granddads Collection. Model Tent with many precision made models and craft demonstrations such as cake decorating, upholstery, spinning, stained glass, needlework and many others. Other skills can be seen around the field: blacksmithing, charcoal making, cider making, Steam sawing, stone cutting, woodcarving, pole lathe turning etc. A variety of
Wild Wednesday – “Miniature Garden” – Children’s Workshop: 10.30am, 11.30am or 12.30pm sessions. The Old Railway Line Garden Centre,Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. Beatrix Potter’s ‘The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny’: 2 – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Enjoy an open-air theatre performance in Croft’s beautiful grounds. Suitable for all ages. Free event. No booking required. Dogs on leads welcome. Contact 01568 780246.
Dance like a Georgian: 11am – 4pm at Berrington Hall. A Georgian dance troupe entertain you with an afternoon of elegant 18th-century.
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What’s on: during August trade stands and a Car Boot Sale. Plenty to please all ages, children’s fairground, fair organs, helicopter rides, archery, and a Tug of War competition! Contact 07796 108006.
Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. Contact 01874 623366.
Children’s Storytelling and Balloons: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. See advert on page 7.
Wild Wednesday – “Fancy Dress & Party Games” – Children’s Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12.
Peter Rabbit & Benjamin Bunny: 3 – 5pm at Eastnor Castle. Outdoor Family Theatre. Pre-book tickets, Adults £13, Child £9, Family (2+2) £36. See advert on page 4. Sunday 9th August – Thursday 13th August Exotic Animals: 11am – 5.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Creepy crawly talks and displays throughout the day. Adult £6.50, Child (3-15yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4. Monday 10th August Papercraft Workshop: National Park Visitor Centre. Libanus, Powys. Make your own unique noticeboard using reclaimed and recycled materials. You will also get a chance to learn how to create paper furniture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5. Booking essential. Car Park charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Tuesday 11th August Take pART Pottery Workshop: 10am – 1pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. Contact 01874 623366. Wednesday 12th August Take pART Felt Picture Workshop: 10am – 1pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Make your own felt and then create and decorate your own felt picture.
Radnorshire Wildlife Trust “Night Life at Gilfach”: 9pm. Gilfach Visitor Centre. Bring a torch and wrap up warm and get ready to see what wildlife is out and about at Gilfach Nature Reserve at night. (With Phil Ward). Contact Radnorshire Wildlife Trust 01597 823298. Wednesday 12th August Teen Paintball Day: Full days at the Paintball Fort, Oaker Wood Leisure. Contact 01568 780111. See feature on page 5. Radnorshire Wildlife Trust “Night Life at Gilfach”: 9pm. Bring a torch and wrap up warm and get ready to see what wildlife is out and about at Gilfach Nature Reserve at night! Meet Phil Ward outside the Gilfach Visitor Centre at 9pm. Contact Radnorshire Wildlife Trust 01597 823298. Saturday 15th August Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks LD3 0SG. (All weather venue). Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. Argincourt Exhibition and Flower Festival – Argincourt 600: St David’s Church, Llywel, Trecastle. Visit www. trecastle.org.uk See feature on page 27. Saturday 15th until Wednesday 26th August Agincourt600 Touring Exhibition: 10am – 4pm. St Davids Church, Llywel. Free admission. Contact 01874 636692. See feature on page 27.
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Sunday 16th August Church Fete: 11am – 5.pm at Eastnor Castle. Eastnor church fete and brass band. Adult £6.50, Child (3-15yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4. Monday 17th August Papercraft Workshop: National Park Visitor Centre. Libanus, Powys. Make your own unique noticeboard using reclaimed and recycled materials.You will also get a chance to learn how to create paper furniture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5. Booking essential. Car Park charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Monday 17th August – Thursday 20th August Bounce & Boing!: 11am – 5.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Inflatable obstacle course and bouncy castle. Adult £6.50, Child (3-15yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4. Tuesday 18th August Take pART Pottery Workshop: 10am – 1pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus, Powys. Be inspired by the natural environment around you and create your own masterpiece. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. Contact 01874 623366. Pirate Fun! Aaaart and Craft: Drop in between 10am and 4pm. Brecon Library. Free admission. Suitable for age 3 - 11 years. Contact Martine Woodcock (Brecknock Museum) 01874 624121. Wednesday 19th August Take pART Felt Picture Workshop: 10am – 1pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Make your own felt and then create and decorate your own felt picture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5 per child. Parking charges apply. Booking essential. Contact 01874 623366.
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What’s on: during August / September Wild Wednesday – “Musical Crafts” – Children’s Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. Thursday 20th August – Sunday 23rd August The Green Man Festival: Glanusk Park, Crickhowell. Green Man is a music festival set in the heart of the beautiful Brecon Beacons in Wales. The river Usk flows around the perimeter and the Black Mountains stand impressively as the backdrop to the ‘Mountain Stage’. Visit www. greenman.net Saturday 22nd August Talybont-on-Usk Village Show: Henderson Hall, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon. Everyone welcome to this happy friendly traditional village event. Visit www.talybontonusk.com Wild Wood Camp: 7pm – 9am at Croft Castle and Parkland. An activity for parents & children. Pack up your tent and grab your brightest touch for a one-off overnight camp with our rangers. Don’t miss your chance to sleep under the stars at Croft. Learn all about the fascinating creature of the night - the bat on a guided walk with our ranger. Hear stories around the campfire, complete with marshmallows and hot chocolate. Tickets £15pp (includes breakfast in the tearoom). Booking essential. Contact 01568 780246. Sunday 23rd August Brecon & District Male Choir: 2pm at Brecon Bandstand,The Promenade. Admission free. Contact 01874 622884. See advert on page 7. Sunday 23rd August – Thursday 27th August Mad Science: 11am – 5.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Fun experiments and shows with our mad scientist. Adult £6.50, Child (3-15yrs) £4.50, Family (2+3) £17.50. See advert on page 4.
Monday 24th August Papercraft Workshop: National Park Visitor Centre. Libanus. Make your own unique noticeboard using reclaimed and recycled materials. You will also get a chance to learn how to create paper furniture. Suitable for adults and children aged 5 and up. Children under 12 to be accompanied by an adult. £5. Booking essential. Car Park charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Wednesday 26th August Teen Paintball Day: Full days at the Paintball Fort, Oaker Wood Leisure. Contact 01568 780111. See feature on page 5. Wild Wednesday – “Vegetable Art” – Children’s Workshop: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Booking essential, limited spaces. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 12. “Wild Wednesday” at the Victorian Festival: Temple Gardens, Llandrindod Wells, Powys, LD1 5DL. Radnorshire Wildlife Trust’s Suzie Fraser will have wildlife activities for the children to get involved with. Seek her out at the festival! Contact Radnorshire Wildlife Trust 01597 823298. Tree Fu Tom Live!: at St David’s Hall, Cardiff. Join CBeebies star Tree Fu Tom as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide ‘live’ tour. £13.50, concessions £11.50, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £42. Visit www.treefutomlive.co.uk. See feature on page 15. Saturday 29th August – Sunday 30th August Talgarth Festival of the Black Mountains: Talgarth Market Square. A true celebration of food, farming, music and the countryside. Free entry, free parking (in the main Car Park), on the whole, free entertainment. Visit www.talgarthfestival.org.uk. Saturday 29th August – Monday 31st August Brecon Beacons Summer Fayre: 10am – 5pm each day at the National
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Park Visitor Centre. Family fun, local food and artwork. A great family day out supporting local Welsh producers. Free entry and only £2 to park for the full day. Contact 01874 623366. Sunday 30th August Life of Riley – Ceilidh Band: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. See advert on page 7. Sunday 30th August – Monday 31st August Alice in Wonderland Day: 11am – 5.30pm at Eastnor Castle. Celebrating 150 years with a treasure hunt around the castle and grounds. Adult £10, Child (3-15yrs) £6.50, Family (2+3) £26.50. See advert on page 4. Saturday 5th September Tree Fu Tom Live!: at Old Rep Theatre, Birmingham. Join CBeebies star Tree Fu Tom as he takes to the stage in his first nationwide ‘live’ tour. £13.50, concessions £11.50, family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £42. Visit www.treefutomlive.co.uk. See feature on page 15. Sunday 6th September Plan Brecon Promfest: 1pm at Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. See advert on page 7. Friday 11th September Sunday 13th September Hay History Weekend – Argincourt 600: A look at the Battle of Argincourt and associations in Hay-on-Wye area and with the Welsh longbowmen. See feature on page 29. Sunday 13th September Clifford Show: A fanstastic funpacked day for all the family. A wide variety of assorted stalls, sideshows, BBQ and the much-loved family dog show together with the all-important Flower & Produce Show. Contact Emma Towersey 01497 831094. Contact 07792926055.
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Trecastle Show: 10am at Fedw Farm, Trecastle. Sheep, horticulture, domestic, hanicraft, children’s classes, farm produce, photography, dog show, children’s sports, bouncy castle, BBQ & bar slide stall and refreshments. Contact 01874 638067.
Brecon Beacons Food Festival: Market Hall, Market Street, Brecon. This is a foodly treasure with over 70 food and drink exhibitors mainly from Wales. Lovely local ingredients, gorgeous grub and local cider and beer to take home! Free entry. Contact 01874 623366.
Saturday 19th September – Sunday 20th September Abergavenny Food Festival: 9am – 6pm. The extensive markets sill into the streets and lanes of Abergavenny, offering a huge variety of produce – from pepper plants to Welsh pancakes – featuring the best producers from Wales, the Marchers, and much further afield. Contact 01874 851643 or visit www. abergavennyfoodfestival.com. Thursday 24th September Open Evening: 6.30 – 8pm at Lady Hawkins’ School & Sixth Form. Contact 01544 230441. See advert on page 19. Wednesday 30th September Gwernyfed High School Open Evening: 6 – 8.30pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Presentation to prospective parents from the Head Teacher and tours of the School and Interactive Sessions to experience. Contact 01497 847445. See advert on page 17.
Thursday 22nd October Remembering Argincourt – Argincourt 600: at Neuadd Theatre, Christ Collage, Brecon. The Battle of Argincourt is remembered in poetry, songs, stories, theatre scenes and speeches. Visit argincourt600wales. com/event/remembering-argincourt Saturday 24th October – Sunday 1st November Arts and Crafts Fayre: 10am – 4pm at the National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus. Come and brows at a wide selection of arts and crafts. Many are made locally, and all are individually hand-made pieces to treasure. Free entry. Car parking charges apply. Contact 01874 623366. Saturday 24th October – Sunday 25th October Halloween Spooktacular: 10am – 5pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Bring your scariest fancy dress and dust off your broomstick for a weekend of ghosts and ghouls. Ghost stories,
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face painting, spooky trails, pumpkin carving, broom stick racing and more family fun. All tickets £4. No booking required. Contact 01568 780246. Saturday 24th October – 1st November Halloween Trail: 10am – 4pm at Croft Castle and Parkland. Join us for some Halloween half-term fun with a spooky family trail around the grounds. Tickets £2 per trail. No booking required. Contact 01568 780246. Monday 26th October Puss In Boots – Lyngo Theatre Company: 2pm at Wyeside Arts Centre, Castle Street, Builth Wells. Brought to life by Patrick Lynch from Cbeebies. Using smoke and mirrors and hidden trapdoors he’ll show you how this sure-footed feline fools both the King and the Ogre to put his master at the top. With a host of puppets, a working windmill and an avalanche of fruit and nuts - come and see this classic furry tail, it’s the cat’s whiskers! This is Lyngo Theatre’s second visit to Wyeside, following their successful tour of Jack In The Beanstalk last year.Tickets: £8.50 Full (£7.50 Child & Concession). Suitable for 4yrs+. Call 01982 552555 or book online at wyeside.co.uk See feature on pages 14 & 15.
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