Local Beacon Issue 112 December 2018 by Cariads Local Ltd

The community magazine for Brecon and surrounding villages

December 2018 • Issue 112

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Applications will be dealt with as they are received with the final closing date on Friday 14th December 2018 Previous experience of working with young adults with learning difficulties and disabilities is desirable but not essential as all the required training will be provided. Successful candidates will work with students across education and care adopting a person centred approach to learning in a variety of situations such as house based, external work experience or social activity environments. You will have an understanding and commitment to working with young people with a determination to support them in achieving their personal goals. For further information please contact Lisa Blofield on 01550 760453, or email lisablofield@colegelidyr.ac.uk To find out more about the work of Coleg Elidyr visit our website colegelidyr.ac.uk To advertise in the Local Beacon tel. 07533 939488 email. advertising@localbeacon.co.uk

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For the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages Address: Goosepool Cottage Winforton Herefordshire HR3 6EB

This edition has a festive feel. Local businesses with Christmas greetings, shopping ideas, Christmas events and party suggestions. Welcome to new advertisers: Brynteg Natural Therapies, page 2. Brecon IT, page 2. A Lloyd Electrical & Solar Ltd, page 4. Setfords Solicitors, page 6. Please show your support to these new to the magazine and our regular advertisers. It’s our last of the Focus On articles on page 3. All the photographers featured have contributed to our 2019 Local Landscapes Calendar. This year we missed having a stall at our usual Christmas Fayres – sorry to those who we usually enjoy having a good natter to. A list of local outlets that stock our calendar can be found on page 40. Again it is wonderful to hear that they are being sent overseas. They really do make a wonderful gift.

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Welcome to the December issue of your community magazine.

Think the Women’s Institute isn’t for you? Then think again! Read more on page 12. If you, or someone you know, looks to be alone this Christmas day, please read the article on page 26. You’d be most welcome at The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Live near Llangors and feel it could benefit from a village shop? Read more on page 41. Be sure to check out our extended What’s On section for festive events in the run-up to Christmas. Lastly, I would like to wish all of our readers, advertisers and contributors a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all the team at Cariads Local Ltd. Thank you for your continued support. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x (Photo: Lisa Marie, Cariad and Otis Badham)

Competition (Winner of November Competition: Sue Davies, Brecon)

For the chance to win a Shellac Manicure voucher from Beaunique, Brecon.... please complete the word search on page 25 and send to us by 12th December 2018. The winner will be picked at random.

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We also produce a similar publication for the Talgarth and Hay on Wye area. It’s called Wye Local. Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services. The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Wye Local in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month. Some of the many topics included in Wye Local, December issue: • Get to really know Anita Wright

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FOCUS ON

Many Fields, Pen-y-Crug, Brecon by Siân Lloyd.

Photographer name: Siân Lloyd. Where do you live? Brecon, Wales. Occupation? Artist. Amateur or professional photographer? Amateur photographer. How and when did you get into photography? I was introduced to photography on my foundation course in art and design four years ago and have taken it up as a casual hobby since then, however over the past year I have been putting more thought and effort into my practice.

What is your favourite local point of beauty? There are many places in the Brecon Beacons that are very beautiful, but for me I find myself returning to Peny-Crug just a short walk away from Brecon town as it has a beautiful panoramic view of the peaks of the Brecon Beacons. Top tip to other local photographers: A tip that I have for other photographers is to go back and visit places more than once. Each time you visit a place try going at a different time of day, a different season or even with different weather, that way the photos you take will be drastically different giving off a different feeling even though you may have visited and photographed that place multiple times. Anything you’d like our readers to know about you? You can find more of my photos over on my instagram page @sianlloyd.

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POINSETTIA The Poinsettia could have been specifically designed for Christmas with its bright red halo and festive green foliage. However that red halo is not just a pretty face: It’s the secret of the Poinsettia’s popularity. It can last for months because the red halo consists of long-lasting leafy bracts rather than soft petals that shrivel up quickly. This allows the Poinsettia to look its best for up to 12 weeks or more. Poinsettias come from Mexico and they were discovered by Joel Poinsett in 1825 and were associated with Christmas even then. Poinsettias need bright but not strong light away from strong sun and draughts.They need a minimum temperature of 13 to 15 Celsius (55 – 59 Fahrenheit). It’s also a good idea to be careful when transporting Poinsettias from the garden centre to your home in the winter, as the cold outdoor temperatures can damage the foliage. Once home water Poinsettias sparingly as overwatering can damage plants. As a rule of thumb, only water when the surface of the compost has begun to dry out. With care Poinsettias can be kept for a second year but they tend to develop into woody, leggy shrubs. It’s much better to save up the pennies and buy another that has been cosseted and encouraged into growth by a regime of good food, greenhouse lights and heat! Finally if you would like a change from the traditional red bracts. There are now new varieties with dusky pink, pale yellow, deep plum or cream bracts and some even have variegated leaves. Every home should have one this Christmas. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Three Cocks

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The Construction of Brecon Cemetery By 1856 the Priory Church [Brecon Cathedral] burial ground was overcrowded and it was decided that a separate burial ground should be provided for the Church in Brecon. A joint burial board [St. John and St. Mary] was elected and the first meeting was held in the Guild Hall in January 1857. The chairman was the mayor, David Thomas, who explained the difficulty in obtaining a suitable site. In October 1857, however, five acres of Court Farm were purchased from Sir Charles Morgan for £620.The site was approved by H.M Inspector of burial grounds. The tender made by Messrs Griffiths and sons, builders from The Watton, was accepted. They were to build two chapels, a lodge and entrance gates as well as the boundary wall, roads and pathways within the cemetery site. On 23rd December 1858, Bishop Thirlwall of St David, consecrated the ground allotted to the Church of England. The construction price of £3,000 was loaned by certain benefit societies of the town and the loan, with interest, had been paid off by 1879. Brecon Cemetery is the municipal burial ground and is maintained by the Environmental Department of Powys County Council. www.blfhs.co.uk

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Protecting wildlife for the future

Wild in December

at any time in December are the lichens. Probably most associated with rocks, many lichens such as this one make use of trees to support them in the light. There are many of these strap lichens to be seen on older trees in our area all through the winter, often making a great display. All lichens are made up of a close association of a fungus and an alga (or bacterium), both of which depend totally on each other. Fungi cannot themselves grow using sunlight, but the algae that live with them in lichens can. It is estimated that 6% of Earth’s land surface is covered by lichens of which there are at least 20,000 known species.

Ramalina calicaris Cartilage Lichen I always try to show a picture taken in the month in question in this piece. No surprise then that December is, for this purpose, the hardest month! One group of “plants” that gives as good a display as

The lichen shown is quite rare but does grow locally. It has much more common close relatives of similar appearance though. Many thanks to Ray Woods for showing me this one. John Crellin

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The devil is in the detail: How 40% taxpayers will lose half their Budget giveaway to extra NI (but pensioners won’t) The biggest rabbit out the hat in last month’s Budget was a tax cut for more than 30 million workers. The Chancellor, Philip Hammond, claimed the move would save basic rate taxpayers £130 a year and higher earners a significant £860. However — as ever — the devil is in the detail and changes to National Insurance Contributions (NICs) buried in the small print mean that not everyone will save this much. We can earn up to £11,850 — the so-called personal allowance — before we begin to pay basic rate tax at 20 per cent.Those in England and Wales start paying the higher rate 40 per cent income tax at £46,351.

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The Tories had pledged to increase how much we can earn tax-free to £12,500 and to increase the threshold at which 40 per cent tax is started to be paid from to £50,000 by 2020. Mr Hammond announced that he would be introducing these rises a year earlier than planned -- this is clearly welcome news for taxpayers but the tax break isn’t as generous as it first appears. Mr Hammond failed to mention that NICs will also be going up — which will eat into some of those savings for higher earners. It means that anyone who currently earns over £46,350 will see their NICs increase from 2 per cent to 12 per cent on a slice of their income. This effectively halves the 20 per cent income tax saving on the same slice of income – or put simply reduces the annual tax break by up to £360. Pensioners will avoid the tax grab as they don’t pay NICs. These upcoming changes are an example of how Mr Hammond has given with one hand but taken with the other. – Tom Russell – Director of Beacon IFA Ltd

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Think the Women’s Institute isn’t for you? Then think again! The WI is the largest women’s organisation in the UK. They aim to offer women the best opportunity to make an impact in their communities.To influence local, national and world issues affecting the social, economic and environmental life of women and their families. Come along to a local meeting to experience Fun and Friendship. All ages are catered for; there are even a couple of local WIs especially catering for younger members! Activities usually involve plenty of eating, but also crafts, baking, bingo, walks, yoga, fashion shows, and even occasionally kick-boxing, as well as fascinating talks and demonstrations. The Powys Brecknock WI Federation’s Christmas Coffee Morning takes place at Bishop Bevan Hall on Friday 14th December 2018 from 9.30am until 12pm. It’s always a fun morning, and the raffle prizes are fabulous! All are welcome.

To find a group for you please ring the Federation office (Tuesdays 11am to 2pm or Fridays 10am to 12.30pm) on 018740622666, or email powysbrecknock@gmx.co.uk.

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Brecon Foodbank Brecon Foodbank give food to clients in strong shopping bags so these are always gratefully recieved.

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Food donations can be brought to their warehouse in the St John’s Family Centre, Pendre Close, (opposite the Cathedral car park) during opening hours: Tuesday afternoons 2 - 4pm and Friday mornings 10am - 1pm. There are also permanent collection points at several places in Brecon such as the Co-op, the Spar, the NatWest, Barclays and Lloyds Banks, the Substation and in most of the local churches and the Cathedral.

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A community shop for Llangors?

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In Llangors we now have an embryo shop committee, committed to investigating options for a shop here in the village. If you feel you could help in any way with the running of the shop, tell us. If you wish to speak directly to someone about this project please contact one of the following:

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December at TB! This December begins with a festive treat fromThe Royal Ballet as we screen their production of Christmas classic The Nutcracker (Mon 3rd). In the screening Tchaikovsky’s much-loved music is matched to a magical adventure on Christmas Eve for Clara and her Nutcracker doll. Things then take a horrible turn with the arrival of the Birmingham Stage Company and their two time-travelling shows, Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians. In Tudor time audiences will find out the fate of Henry’s headless wives and attempt to survive the Spanish Armada as it sails into the audience! Their second show, Awful Egyptians, takes you back even further to the time of Ramesses the Great where you will enter the Gates of the Afterlife. National Theatre Live’s December offering is Antony & Cleopatra. (Thu 6th) Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeare’s famous fated couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion and power. Brecon Town Concert Band presents A Christmas Celebration Concert (Mon 10th) featuring hits from the 1950s onwards. Lyrics will be projected onto a big screen to allow audiences to sing along with the band. The festive theme continues in The West End at Christmas (Wed 12th) which will feature hits from the musicals alongside the best of Christmas song. Charles Dickens’ classic ghost story, A Christmas Carol, is brought alive by Chapterhouse Theatre Company complete with beautiful period costume, song, dance and a magnificent musical score. Join us as Scrooge’s frozen heart begins to melt and he finally embraces the festive spirit. Bringing 2018 to a close for us will be Only Men Aloud (Fri 21st) on their Decade Tour. The choir has achieved a lot in the last ten tears, from winning a Classical Brit Award to performing at the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony! December’s Art Society Brecknock talk comes from Geri Parlby with The History & Art of the Nativity Crib (Tue 11th). Covering the festive period in the Andrew Lamont Gallery will be an exhibition of ceramics and artwork from the South Wales Potters Group and the Swansea Print Workshop Collective. Running from 22nd Nov through to 22nd Dec the exhibition entitled From the Beacons to the Sea will provide a perfect place to shop for some festive gifts for your loved ones! “Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year from all at Theatr Brcyheiniog!”

Coming to Theatr Brycheiniog this December! Horrible Histories £15 / £13 / £45 Family Ticket

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From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legend (and the lies!) about the torturing Tudors.

Awful Egyptians

Wed 5 Dec, 1.30pm / Thu 6 Dec, 10.30am / Fri 7 Dec, 7.00pm / Sat 8 Dec, 10.30am From the fascinating Pharaohs to the power of the pyramids, discover the foul facts of death and decay with the meanest mummies in Egypt.

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Fri 14 Dec, 7.30pm / Sat 15 Dec, 2.30pm & 7.30pm / Sun 16 Dec, 2.30pm On Christmas Eve, the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge is whisked away on a terrifying journey through the past and into the future, accompanied by three fearsome ghosts determined to make him realize the true meaning of Christmas.

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BRECON Poets: RICHARD BECKETT INCOMING When the rounds start to fall All we can do is stand up tall, Bullets and cases shelling out We hear our Corporal shouting out, Get on that target and take them out So we can go home and forget all about, At home in debt, death or despair I hope our families can repair.

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Photo: Richard during his time in the army Contributions from local poets are invited. These should be no more than 24 lines in length and accompanied by two or three succinct sentences about the poet. They should please be emailed to breconpoets@yahoo.com and not directly to the Local Beacon.

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BI-MONTHLY FEATURE

Companionship for the 40+ How it works If you are looking for companionship or romance and would like to appear in a future issue of Wye Local and Local Beacon (covering Hay, Talgarth, Brecon and all the surrounding villages), please complete the info on the slip below and post to us. Only the descriptive details will be printed or shared; the contact details are just so we can contact you ourselves. To respond to any of our lonely hearts listings, place

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your reply in a stamped envelope marked with their unique Box Number and send to: Companionship, Cariads Local Ltd (see address on Page 1). Your envelope will then be forwarded on to the advertiser. All submissions and replies will remain confidential. Remember to include your contact details (e.g. phone number) in the envelope. Cariads Local’s advice is to wait until you have met and feel confident with the person you’re contacting before swapping addresses.

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STEVE COOK

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I confess I read for relaxation, not edification, and re-read books endlessly for the writing, the characters and the conversations. So nothing too deep here! inker Tailor Soldier Spy by John Le Carré - I love le T Carré’s writing, particularly his characters and especially his Europeans, each with their unique and quirky language.

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Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - Wickedly funny, beautifully structured, great characters and killer dialogues.

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Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte - A great love story, and a compelling heroine, who only has her strength of will to carry her through. Ringworld by Larry Niven - Science fiction is important to me. Niven’s 3D vision of a unique world and his inimitable aliens capture my imagination. The Moon is a Harsh Mistress by Robert Heinlein The moon as a future Australia-like penal colony, written in an entertaining Russian-flavoured English.

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The Foundation series by Isaac Asimov - Written before Chaos Theory spoilt everything, these books chart the fall of one Galactic Empire and the rise of the next via psychohistory, the science of predicting – and diverting - the actions of a galaxy full of humans. Going Postal by Terry Pratchett - Only Pratchett could pivot an entire fascinating book on a single stupid joke, and yet the story goes far beyond his usual one-liners. Excession by Iain M Banks - Part of Banks’s Culture series, this tale of incomprehensible aliens and quirkily clever artificial intelligence keeps you guessing to the end. Whip Hand by Dick Francis - Anything I happen to know about horseracing comes entirely from reading Francis, and his heroes are always male, invariably jockeys and sometimes preachy, but there’s something inspiring about them anyway. Gaudy Night by Dorothy L Sayers - Sayers puts her hero, the noble detective Peter Wimsey, through the wringer to win – finally - the heart of his spikily insecure love Harriet Vane in this wonderfully intelligent tale, set amidst a poison-pen scandal in a 1930s Oxford college. Article supplied by Lynn Clausen of Raven Drama

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Sudoku Place the numbers so that each row, column and box contains the numbers 1-9...good luck. 3

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people often lose some of me. What am I? 2. Which button does not function when being pressed? 3. What is a ten letter word that starts with gas? 4. Which species of lions does not hunt? 5. You buy me, but I don’t have a price. What am I?

6. While I’m a challenge for one and a rebuke between two, yet I still have a direction for every

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1. I’m colourful, you can have thick strips of me, and

number. What am I?

1. Crayons. 2. A belly button. 3. An Automobile. 4. Dandelion. 5. An idea. 6. Crosswords.

Riddles of the month - for fun!

Word search Competition: Sian Lloyd Richard Beckett Alan Lodge Chocolates Poinsettia Beacons Crafts Chris Davies Kirsty Williams William Powell Brecon Cemetery For the chance to WIN this month’s prize (see page 1), please complete the word search, fill in your details below and send to Local Beacon by 12th December 2018. Name: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ............................... ............................... Tel: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Red Lion, Llangorse, Brecon LD3 7TY Tel: 01874-658825 Email: reservations@redlionllangorse.co.uk

Christmas Menu Available from Friday 23rd November Kitchen open all over the festive season Most dietary requirements catered for Many gluten free options Get in touch for more information

Christmas Day Lunch The Castle of Brecon Hotel

There will be a Christmas day lunch served at The Castle of Brecon Hotel between 12pm-2pm this year for elderly people who are alone or not able to cook. The day will be run on donations from the local community and businesses with volunteers helping out throughout the day too. Transport can be provided for those who are not able to get there themselves and gifts, wine, company and Christmas carols will be enjoyed by all on the day. It’s the second event of its kind to be held after the success of the first last year. Anyone is invited to support in any way they are able to whether that’s in donation or time.

f e e CHRISTMAS DAY at our house offers a real family atmosphere and plenty of decorations - not forgetting fabulously festive food. Enjoy four courses for £85 per adult, £35 per child.

f e e OUR FESTIVE WOOD FIRED MEZZE BOARDS provide a real festive twist - we have blankets ready for you to dine al fresco beside our toasty outdoor fires or if you prefer, you can eat in The Pen-y-Fan room. Availble for groups of 12 - 80, £35 per person.

Whether you fancy a merry lunch, festive afternoon tea, sharing boards from the new wood fired oven or want to experience our legendary Christmas Day extravaganza, you’re welcome to celebrate with us and go the whole hog with an overnight stay and some special spa treats.

To join us this festive season or to find out more about our Twixmas Retreats and Christmas Party Nights, please call 01874 665387 or email christmas@peterstone-court.com

FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEA is a real treat, even more so at Christmas time. Tuck into our Charlie and The Chocolate Factory themed delights for £25 per person, or £19 per person for our Traditional Festive Afternoon Tea.

d e f We are due a very special visit from a very important guest on Sunday 9th December. You and your little ones can share a delicious SUNDAY ROAST WITH SANTA (and receive a gift!) for £26 per adult, £14 per child 12 and under. Under 3 are free of charge.

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CRADOC GOLF CLUB CHRISTMAS MENU STARTERS

Butternut Squash & Cumin Soup Served with Toasted Chorizo & a warm Bread Roll

Breaded Butterfly King Prawns with homemade Chilli Jam

Ham Hock Terrine Served with Apple & Apricot Chutney, Granary Toast & Mixed Leaves

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Roast Crown of Pembrokeshire Turkey Served with Chipolatas, Stuffing & Roast Potatoes

Fillet of Hake Topped with Y-Fenni Cheese Served on Creamed Potatoes, with Pancetta & Leek Cream Sauce

Braised Beef cooked in a Red Wine & Root Vegetable Sauce With Fondant Potatoes & Parsnip Crisps

Vegetarian Nut Roast with Vegetables & Apricot Topped with Goats’ Cheese

DESSERTS

Christmas Pudding Served with Brandy Sauce & Mulled Wine Syrup

Coffee & Chocolate Meringue Roulade Served with Chocolate Ice-cream & Creme Anglaise with a White Chocolate Sauce

Mango and Coconut Cheesecake Served with a Pineapple & Mango Compote

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PENPONT CHRISTMAS TREES

We are open from December 1st for trees. Come and cut your own, or choose from a selection already cut. Non Drop, and Traditional species available. Daily opening and daylight hours only.

On the following dates there will be a pop up Christmas gift stall and a cafe offering hot seasonal refreshments: December - 6th,7th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 16th, 18th, 19th, 20th Our Farm shop is open daily until December 24th

Penpont is 4 miles due west of Brecon, just off A40. Please look out for the signs. For further details. www.penpont.com

Tea Emporium

Beauty therapy by Paula Davies

13 Ship Street, Brecon

Spray tan, acrylic nails, gel overlay, shellac, makeup, individual eyelashes, manicure, pedicure, Indian head massage, Swedish massage, eyelash lift, facial, tinting & waxing. Princess parties. Hopi candling, threading and wedding packages available.

Suppliers of the finest loose leaf teas from around the world, over 250 varieties to choose from

Adult pamper parties & gift vouchers available

15% off when showing this advert Tel: 01874 623400 Mob: 07971 973666 Rhydywernen farm, Brecon

Opening Times

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Tuesday to Saturday 10:00am - 5:00pm www.theuklooseleafteacompany.co.uk

By appointments only.

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“What present from where?”

Special Christmas presents? Hand-made in Wales Browse with Local Makers

That yearly dilemma which presents itself is; ‘what present from where?’ So where do you find something different, something which receivers will like, something they haven’t seen before? A present needs to be special, and made with love, to show how much you care. The best place to look is Beacons Crafts in Bethel Square Brecon, which has been making, crafting, and selling for over twenty years. Beacons Crafts has lots of different artists, makers and craftspeople, from all over Wales and the borders, bringing their products to sell. All of the people, who ‘man’ the shop, are volunteering craftspeople, which also make and sell in the shop. This means that customers can always talk to someone who knows, or can find out about the products on sale. The varieties of crafts cover many different materials, and often the processes

BEACONS CRAFTS

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involved can be explained or demonstrated.The articles made vary, from useful household items, practical objects, personal items and decorative pieces. Beacons Crafts also stocks many individual and different Christmas cards, in English and Welsh. It is this diversity and uniqueness which brings together happy people, receiving wonderful pieces of exceptional craft, to treasure for years to come. So now you know ‘where’, just come and decide ‘what’. Article supplied by Beacons Crafts

STUNNING NAILS THIS CHRISTMAS @ JoJo Beauty Book easily online and last minute to suit your busy lifestyle Don’t forget a JoJo beautifullyMothers presentedDay Gift Ideas Gift Voucher is what every woman wants Beautifully Presented Gift Vouchers for Christmas Award Winning Salon in the Heart of the Brecon Beacons

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Christmas Market

Thursday 20th December 9am til late Variety of stalls attending from Brecon Farmers Markets, Merthyr Farmers Markets, Brecon Craft Markets, Brecon General Markets, and many many more.

Brecon Indoor General Market open every Tuesday & Friday Various Markets Saturdays Market arcade shops open Monday to Saturday

Find us on Facebook & Twitter Brecon Indoor Market or you can contact us at breconmarket@gmail.com

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What Makes Us Special: Brecon Chocolates

HANDMADE CHOCOLATES FROM THE HEART OF THE BRECON BEACONS

We make all the truffles on the counter and our own design book related chocolate solid bars, ourselves, (apart from the liquor cherries and dark chocolate coated Turkish delight), in our temperature and humidity controlled workshop above the shop. We use Welsh unsalted butter and cream from our local milkman, delivered to our door, daily. We use ingredients from my garden including homegrown mint, rosemary and wild strawberries. We also use Wye Valley lavender. We use local Welsh gin, whisky, Glyndawr brandy, Barti Ddu rum (and raisin truffles). The permutations of flavours are endless and there’s always something new on the counter. Using fresh ingredients means our chocolates only have a 3 month shelf life, so we make small fresh batches regularly.

THE OLD WORKSHOP, LION STREET, BRECON, POWYS, LD3 7HY WWW.BRECONCHOCOLATES.CO.UK

01874 625060

Gillian Beedle VTCT MFHT 07816 529840 01874 611266 Camden Road, Brecon

Vouchers available The perfect Christmas gift

Reflexology & Indian Head Massage Relaxing complementary therapies for natural health and well-being gillianbeedle@outlook.com fb.me/gillianbeedle

Individual treatments available plus Monthly Sound Baths in Subud Hall, Brecon

SARAH BELSEY-WOOD

Reiki Master & Sound Therapist For more information please call 07967 200813 Or visit my website www.healingenergieswales.com

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Large Range of Welsh & British Made Gifts

Gifts & Jewellery • Stockists for Emma Bridgewater A huge range of Christmas Decorations Welsh Christmas cards • Christmas candles

Come & visit us at: Ty Cariad, 6A The Bulwark, Brecon 01874 624303

Find us on Facebook & Instagram

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Local Landscapes 2019 Calendar e f RRP £6.99 - On sale now - Ideal Christmas Gif An amazing array of scenes are included, locations such as Sugar Loaf, the Black Mountains, Llyn y Fan Lake, Castle Carreg Cennen and Hay Castle to name just a handful. All images are within the Brecon Beacons National Park. Currently on sale in the following outlets:

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IN BETWEEN: The Old Railway Line; Boughrood Stores; Talybont Stores; The Gate Shop, Bwlch; Carrot & Wine Stores, Whitney.

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Brecon Cathedral Christmas Service Times 2018 Christmas Eve 15.30 - Crib Service 17.30 - Nine Lessons and Carols 23.00 - Midnight Mass at St Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church 23.00 - Midnight Mass at Llanddew Church

Christmas Day 08.00 - Eucharist 11.00 - Festal Cathedral Eucharist 18.00 - Solemn Evensong

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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP

The Autumn has come and gone in the blink of an eye. Throughout the Autumn period I have been busy in both Westminster and in Brecon and Radnorshire. Around my usual duties as your MP, hosting various surgeries across the constituency and voting on a number of pieces of legislation in Parliament, I have been pushing the profile of Brecon and Radnorshire both in London and at home. After months of organisation last month around 70 members of Talgarth Male Voice choir and their partners descended upon Westminster. My team and I took them for a tour of the historic buildings before they were due to sing in a more modern part of the Parliamentary estate â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Portcullis House. Many Parliamentarians and Lords stopped to listen and from here we went for a drink in Strangers bar, where the choir would spontaneously break into song mid drink. Much to the delight of those already enjoying a drink, many of whom joined in and sung along with us. It was definitely a night myself and the Talgarth Male Voice Choir will not be forgetting in a hurry. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Armistice Day marked the 100 year

Dr Lawrence Benner

Chiropractor Brecon Leisure Centre Penlan, Brecon LD3 9SR

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anniversary of the ending of World War One.

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Our community has close ties to the military and it was fantastic to see that all over Brecon and Radnorshire, members of the public including families and veterans turned out in huge numbers to remember those that made the ultimate sacrifice for us. I attended services in Hay, Glasbury and Brecon and also had the great honour to read a lesson and be part of the unveiling ceremony of the WW1 Memorial Bench and Wildlife Garden in the Brecon Peace Garden.

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Guy Notman Upholstery Reupholstery

Sofas & chairs made to order 2-seater sofa from £650 + fabric. Hardwood frames, fully sprung seats, no foam used in construction. Headboards, ottomans, footstools made to measure. • Fabrics for sale from £17 per metre • Curtain making service

Tel: 01982 560812 Mob: 07968 144727 Mob: 07484 813495 Email: june_notman@yahoo.co.uk

green fingers landscape professional landscaping service All aspects of hard and soft landscaping from groundworks to finished highly detailed work. Including drives, walling, patios, lawns, fencing, water features, planting, drainage. Quality of workmanship, attention to detail and customer satisfaction are paramount.

www.greenfingerslandscape.co.uk Nick Leakey – Established over 25 years Mobile: 07831 884262 Email: info@greenfingerslandscape.co.uk

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Newss from

Kirsty Williams

Throughout November Powys County Council ran a consultation survey on its Cabinet’s plans to introduce a green garden waste kerbside collection service, but remove the remaining green waste banks from the ‘bring’ sites around the county. Residents will have to pay for the service, although how much is undecided, and the waste will be recycled or composted. Not a lot of people know that the council actually already collects green garden waste at the kerbside with the three-weekly ‘black bin’ collection, if one purchases the appropriate orange sacks. But that waste unfortunately ends up in landfill. This new proposal emerged many months ago and the survey I have been running on Facebook on the issue has provoked a strong reaction.The vast majority of people support the idea of a kerbside green waste collection, but 90% are against the removal of the green waste banks situated in many of the county’s main car parks. Indeed, I know that those waste banks are often full-to-overflowing and that local people in all areas are very annoyed about the suggestion that they should be removed. But it seems, from the recent comments made by the council’s Cabinet Member responsible for Waste and Recycling and the way that his consultation survey has been designed, that he is determined to remove the green waste banks. I suspect he had already made his mind up about this before the council went out to consultation, but I do hope that if enough people indicate that they want the green waste banks to be retained that he will reconsider. We need both collection methods to maximise the recycling. Now, a bit of good news.There have been recent delays in the rollout of the Welsh Government-funded 30 hour Childcare Offer in Powys – the system by which parents in work can place their 3 and 4 year olds in a registered childcare/pre-school setting for up to 30 hours per week free of charge. So I was very pleased to get confirmation recently from the Minister for Children and Social Care that Powys County Council will begin delivering the Childcare Offer in January 2019 in two areas of the county, including the Gwernyfed High School catchment. Full rollout will happen across the rest of Powys by April 2019. Please do contact me anytime on kirsty.williams@ assembly.wales or 01874 625739.

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News from William Powell

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Welsh Liberal Democrat County Councillor for Talgarth As I gather my thoughts for this final Local Beacon column of 2018, there has been a distinct autumn chill in the air, the same chill that we felt when we gathered at the Cenotaph on Remembrance Sunday. It was an immense privilege for me, as current Chair of Talgarth Town Council, to play my part in the solemn commemoration of 100 years since the guns of the Great War fell silent. Reading aloud the names of the fallen, in that war and subsequent conflict, made me reflect on the sacrifice of so many and on the debt that we owe them. It also reminds us all of the importance of working for peace, in our own community and in our national life, in these turbulent times. Talgarth is currently undergoing significant investment on a number of fronts, and, inevitably, that brings with it a measure of disruption. The majority of local residents in our wider area are coping admirably with the disruption caused by the current closure of the A479 Bronllys Road, as Dwr Cymru/Welsh Water press on with their sewerage renewal work. While we have to build in a little longer for local journeys to allow for the diversion, the main lesson for all of us is just how much we take for granted the links between the communities of Talgarth, Bronllys, Gwernyfed and Brecon. I am staying in close touch with the Dwr Cymru team as it is all our interests, residents, businesses and community groups alike, to keep the closure period to a minimum. I look forward to seeing many of you in the coming weeks, at one of the several community events signalling the season of Advent. The Christmas Market is being held at Talgarth Town Hall on Saturday, 1st December, ahead of the Christmas Lights switch on that evening. In the meantime, if you have any feedback or issues of concern, please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to contact me by email: President@welshlibdems.org.uk on Facebook or Twitter @WmPowell2016 I would like to take this early opportunity to wish you all a Happy and Peaceful Christmas,

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01874 636757 CHRISTMAS IS COMING, COME AND SEE US FOR THOSE SPECIAL GIFTS WE HAVE A FULL RANGE OF SHOOTING ACCESSORIES, CARTRIDGES, BULLETS, NEW & SECOND-HAND SHOTGUNS & RIFLES

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Wye Valley Firewood Wye Valley Firewood Limited are a local family run business, established in 1996 providing seasoned and kiln-dried firewood in the Wye Valley and surrounding area. In more recent years, we have diversified into the biomass market supplying premium quality G30/G50 wood-chip with an average moisture content of 22%â&#x20AC;&#x201C;25%. Wye Valley Firewood not only offer a premium quality BSL-authorised wood-chip and firewood product, but pride ourselves on providing excellent customer ffer service, which is at the heart o e W ry of our business at all times. delive a e e r f s a 6 day r e c i v ser n ou withi week l area loca

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Dementia Friendly Fun Activities: (First Monday in the month) 10am. Brecon Leisure Centre. Get active with our inclusive fun activity sessions. £2 per person, carers come for free. Email jwbrown49079@gmail.com or contact Brecon Leisure Centre 01874 623677. Drumming Together: 10.30am – 12 noon. Theatr Brycheiniog. Free dementia friendly sessions in conjunction with Beat It Percussion, for older adults looking for something creative and social to join. People with all levels of ability welcome. Visit www.brycheiniog. co.uk. Contact 01874 611622. ITC ‘Happy Hour’: 11am – 12noon. Brecon Library. First time online? Whether its help with Basic Computing or ICT queries, eBooks or audiobooks, eMagazines, or even just renewing your books – Brecon Library can help. Free drop in session. Contact 01874 623346. Sewing Group: 1 – 3pm. Llanddew Village Hall. An informal group meeting each week for a chat and cup of tea while sewing. 2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 - 6.30pm. www.girlguiding.org.uk. Brecon Chamber of Trade Meeting: (First Monday of the month). 6pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. Contact Sarah Lewis, email: chamberoftradebrecon@gmail.com. Brownies: 6 – 7.30pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies.

session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Charity Cash Bingo: 7.30pm. The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon. Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390. Crafty Ladies: (Every third Monday in the month). 7.30pm. Llyswen & Boughrood Community Hall. We do something different each month so if you would like to join in the fun, contact Carol by e-mail: carolbrown42@hotmail.com. Brecon Bellringers: 7.30 - 9pm. Brecon Cathedral (1st & 3rd), St Mary’s Church (2nd & 4th). All welcome. Contact Paul Johnson 01874 658670. TUESDAY Brecon Indoor Market: 9.30am - 5pm. Brecon Market Hall. Visit www.breconmarket.co.uk. Badminton: 10am - 12noon. Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 per session. Come and join our friendly group. Beginners welcome. Rackets provided. Crick Howlers: 10am. The Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell. The Crick Howlers are a natural voice group led by Helen Vincent, where all songs are taught by ear so you don’t need to be able to read music. Contact 01873 832795. Cheeky Cherubs Playgroup: 10am – 12noon. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. Join us for a cuppa and a natter whilst the kids play! £2 per child, 50p for each additional child. Snacks and tea & coffee included in the price.

Church Hall, Watergate, Brecon LD3 9AR. A popular and friendly group for people whose lives are affected by dementia. Contact Enid Edwards (Dementia Support Worker) 01874 712083. Hard of Hearing Support Group: (Third Tuesday in the month). 10.30am – 12.30pm. Brecon Library. New members welcome. Speakers and discussions and advice plus a cup of tea and meet like minded people. Contact Wales Council for the Deaf 01443 485687 or e-mail: mail@wcdeaf.org.uk. Story Time: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free & all ages welcome. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12 noon – 1pm. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. £5 or £25 for a 6 week course. Contact 01874 625358. Dementia Matters: 12.30-3pm. Kensington Church Hall. Are you a carer looking for more support? Are you forgetting things more often? Are you spending too much time on your own? Then why not come along! Contact 01874 611723. Bridge Lessons for Improvers: 1.30 - 3.30pm. The Old Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Visit www.breconbridgeclub.org.uk. Contact 01874 622158. Free help with NHS hearingaids: (1st Tuesday of the month) 2 – 4pm. St Mary’s, Brecon. Contact 02920 333034. Caffi Croeso – Pop up Dementia Friendly Café: (Every 3rd Tuesday in the month). 2 – 4pm. Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell.

Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 – 9pm. The Muse, Glamorgan St, Brecon, LD3 7PF. Alzheimer’s Society – Tea, Chat Action on Hearing Loss: 2 - 4pm. Everyone aged 16+ who wants & Activities in Brecon: 10.30am Brecon Library.We provide support advertise in the Local Beacon tel.noon. 07775Kensington 898432 email. to hearing aid users, enabling people – 12 Baptistadvertising@localbeacon.co.uk toTo sing is most welcome. £5 per - 50 -

What’s on: during the week to make the most of their hearing aid and manage their hearing loss effectively. Just come along to our free walk-in hearing aid support session. Contact 01874 623346. DAI y Bannau: 4pm. Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group that aims to develop & enhance the skills of young people in relation to performing arts & multimedia theatre. Ages 7+. Contact 07846 446268. South Powys Community Football Hub – Football for Girls (Term time only): 4.30 - 5.15pm Caterpillars (new to football.) 5.15 - 6pm Butterflies (have played before or are confident.) Brecon High School Sports Hall. For girls aged from 5 -11 years. Each session £2. Contact Tony, e-mail southpowysfootballhub@ gmail.com or 07854 012841. Brecon Library Book Club: (2nd Tuesday of the month) 5 - 6.30pm. Brecon Library. Call the Library to check what we’re reading this month! Visitors welcome. Contact 01874 623346. Silent Sitting Meditation: 5.30 6.30pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Simple practice, instruction will be given if needed. Contact Ruth 07747 088842. Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. South Powys Community Football Hub - Boy and Girls Goal Keeping Sessions (Term time only): 6 – 7pm for Junior school age. 7 – 8pm for High school age. Brecon High School Sports Hall. Contact Tony, e-mail southpowysfootballhub@gmail.com or 07854 012841.

rhythms. No previous experience needed. 1st taster session is free. £4 per session. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 / Catherine 01874 625422. Slimming World: 6pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Lion St., Brecon. Contact Joan 01873 561526 or 07796 628419. Brecon Bridge Club: 6.30pm. Brecon Rugby Club, Watton, Brecon. New members and visitors always welcome. Brecon Lions Club: (Every 2nd Tuesday of the month). 7pm. The Castle of Brecon Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 658367. SambaBrecon: 7 - 9pm. Harley’s Night Club, 8 Bell Lane, Brecon. (Close to the library). SambaBrecon is a friendly community band which meets each week to practice drumming together and have fun. Contact Sue 07792 165481 or Gill 01497 821631. Scottish Dancing: 7 – 9.30pm. Subud Hall, nr. Watton Villa, Brecon. Beginners welcome. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm. Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts & veterans welcome. Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995. The Regimental Association of the Royal Welsh: (First Tuesday of the month). 7.30pm. Brecon RAFA Club, Concorde House, 101 The Struet, Brecon.

Hotel (Unless otherwise stated.) Membership fees are £11 per individual and £17 per family. Visit www.bgamyfreesites.net. Contact by email: brecongardening@gmail.com. The Royal British Legion: (Second Tuesday of the month). 8pm. Brecon RAFA Club, Concorde House, 101 The Struet, Brecon. Brecon Jazz Club: (Every 2nd Tuesday in the month). 8pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon, LD3 7DW.Visit www.breconjazzclub. org. Email: info@breconjazzclub.org. WEDNESDAY Disturbed by someone else’s drinking? Living with alcoholism can be a lonely life. You need not be alone. To speak to someone who understands and for details of an Al-Anon meeting near you contact: 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al-anonuk.org.uk. Aberhonddu Angels (A young WI group): (First Weds of the month) Plough Chapel. Follow on Facebook for updates. Dwylo Bach – “Signing for Little Hands”: (Term time only). 10 – 11.30am. The Muse, Brecon. 0 – 3 years. Followed by coffee, chat & play. Contact meithrin. aberhonddu@gmail.com. English Country Dancing (U3A): 10am – 12 noon. St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Taught by Margaret Gill. £3 per session. Just turn up for a free session or for more information contact Stephanie 01497 820694 or Susan 01544 327337.

Stitch Together: (Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month): Samba Brecon: 6 – 8pm. A lively, Brecknock Gardening Association: 10am – 5pm. The Muse, Brecon. A friendly community percussion (Every 2nd Tuesday in the month). Community Sewing group.Tea, coffee To advertise the Local Beacon tel. 07427 864130 advertising@localbeacon.co.uk mention the Local Beacon when responding to adverts 7.30pm. The Castle of email. Brecon & cake as well as a chance to sew, band who playinPlease Afro-Brazilian - 51 -

What’s on: during the week knit & chat in a friendly environment. Contact Charlie 07967343619. Visual Impairment Breconshire: (Every 2nd & 4th Weds in the month) 1.30 – 3.30pm. Watton Presbyterian Schoolroom. Contact 01874 624949. The Mothers Union: (1st Weds in the month) 2pm. The Diocesan Centre, Cathedral Close, Brecon Although called a “Mothers Union” you do not have to be a mother to join; single, married or divorced, all are welcome. Contact 01874 636390. Beacons Netball Club: 4 – 5.30pm years 7, 8 & 9. 5.30 – 7pm. Yr 10 & older. Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 on the night or reduced fee for the term. 1st training session free. Contact 01597 840420. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.The WellBeing Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Slimming World: 6pm. Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell Rd. Contact Joan 01873 561526 or 07796 628419. Brecon Camera Club: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month). 7pm. The Muse, Brecon. Contact michaelknee@tiscali.co.uk. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm. The ACF Ctr, Conway St, Brecon. Ages 12 – 18yrs. We aim to inspire young people to achieve success in life, make the most of their abilities & develop the qualities to be a good citizen. Contact 01873 813756. Aberhonddu Women’s Institute: (1st Wednesday of the month). 7.30pm. Watton Church Schoolroom. A friendly group of

ladies who have an interesting programme planned for the current year. Contact 01874 623820. The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (Term time only). 7.30pm. New members warmly welcomed. Visit www.breconsingers.com. Brecon Business Club: (2nd Wednesday in the month). 7.45 for 8pm prompt. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Sponsored by Mitchell Meredith Chartered Accountants the meetings give an opportunity to network with each other and showcase their businesses. Key-note speakers are invited to share their expertise. Visit www.breconbusinesclub.org. THURSDAY Probus Club of Brecon: 10am. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 10am – 12pm. The Muse, Brecon. Brecon U3A: (Term time only) Morning session 10.30am. Afternoon sessions at 1.15pm & 2.30pm, each 1 hour. Studio, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Coffee available from 10am. Lectures on any one of a wide variety of topics. Contact: Richard Walker 01874 712292. Knit and Natter: 11 - 12noon. Brecon Library. All ages and abilities welcome to our friendly knitting & crochet group. Contact 01874 623346. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12.30 – 1.30pm. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Dementia Matters: 12.30-3pm. Kensington Church Hall. Are you a carer looking for more support? Are

you forgetting things more often? Are you spending too much time on your own? Then why not come along! Contact 01874 611723. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1.30 – 3pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Bridge Lessons for Beginners: 1.45 - 3.45pm. The Old Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Visit www.breconbridgeclub.org.uk. Contact 01874 622158. Brownies: 5.30 – 7pm. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6pm (U15’s girls), 6.30pm (U18’s), 6.45 (Ladies). Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Fun, challenging & exciting. Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday & Friday. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Age Group: 11-25. Contact 01874 622658. Short Mat Bowls: 7pm. Trallong Hall. Come & join a small, friendly group playing Short Mat Bowls on an informal basis. Contact 01874 611602. Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: (Term time) 7.45 – 9pm. We provide scouting for 14 – 18 yrs, meeting either Crickhowell / Brecon. A friendly group. Visit our website www.breconexplorers.co.uk. FRIDAY Brecon Country Market: 8.30am - 1.30pm. Brecon Market Hall.

What’s on: during the week / month Everything we sell is home-made or home-produced. Brecon Canoe Club – Laid Back Launchers (Relaxed canoe paddling): 9.30am. Brecon Canoe Club, Sports Association Fields Car Park, Brecon. (Behind Morrison’s Garage). Adults only. £3.50 per session. Booking essential. Contact Fran 07745 641873. Brecon Indoor Market: 9.30am - 5pm. Brecon Market Hall. Visit www.breconmarket.co.uk. Brecon Walking Group: 10am. Meeting point changes, use contact details below. Free local walk up to an hour long. Improve your health and enjoy a cuppa and a chat after. Contact Martin Bevan 07791 620482. Bookworm Boogie: 10 – 11am. Waterfront Bar,Theatr Brycheiniog. For babies and toddlers. Run by author Sarah KilBride, featuring a mixture of drama, stories, music, movement and art. £4.50 per parent and child, £3 per additional child. Visit www.brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact 01874 611622. Siop Siarad: 10.30am – 12noon. The White Hart, Talybont-onUsk. Practice your Welsh outside the classroom over a cup of tea or coffee. Bydd croeso cynnes Cymreig i chi. Contact Maureen Probert 01874 676204 Poetry Group: (Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month) 11 – 12noon. Brecon Library. Join our friendly group for informal discussion of poetry and sharing of writing. Contact 01874 623346. Cathedral Lunchtime Recital: 1pm. Brecon Cathedral, Priory Hill, Brecon.

Chatterbooks: Every 2nd Friday in the month): Brecon Library. Brecon Library’s book group for 7-11 year olds! Contact 01874 623346. South Powys Community Football Hub – Football for Girls: (Term time only). 4.30 - 5.15pm Caterpillars (new to football.) 5.15 6pm Butterflies (have played before or are confident.) Gwernyfed High School Sport’s Hall. For girls aged from 5 -11 years. Each session £2. Contact Tony on 07854 012841 / southpowysfootballhub@gmail.com. Pub Quiz in support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau: (Every third Friday in the month). 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Entry fee £1 per person. All invited. Contact 01874 622874. SATURDAY Brecon Farmers Market: (Every 2nd Saturday in the month): 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07926 196714. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 10 – 11.30am. £7 or £35 for a 6 week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. The Breconshire Local & Family History Society Drop In: (Every 3rd Saturday in the month) 11am – 12noon. Brecon Library. Visit the library for help with any family or local history enquiries! Brecon Repair Café: (Last Saturday in the month except August & December). 11am 2pm. Brecon Volunteer Bureau, 99, The Struet, Brecon, LD3 7LS. Bring a small broken item and have help to repair it over a cuppa! Donations requested.Visit www. facebook.com/BreconRepairCafe. Contact 01874 623136.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Kid’s Yoga”: 12noon - 1pm. The WellBeing Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Brecon Beacons Young Archaeologists Club (BBYAC): (Every 2nd Saturday in the month). 2 - 4pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. The club is open to all youngsters in the age range 8 to 16. We cover an interesting range of activities aimed at revealing the methods used and the wonders revealed by archaeologists. Visit www.yac-uk.org. Contact bbyac1@btinternet.com. SUNDAY Llangynidr Farmers’ & Producers’ Market: (Last Sunday of the month). 10am – 1pm. Llangynidr Village Hall, NP8 1LS. Local fresh produce and homemade arts & craft. Free entry, free parking, refreshments available. DURING THE MONTH Now Saturday 15th December Multi Charity Christmas Card Shop: 10am - 4pm (Monday - Saturday). St. Mary’s Church, Brecon. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Now Saturday 22nd December ‘From the Beacons to the Sea’ Exhibition: The Andrew Lamont Gallery, Theatr Brycheiniog. Exhibition of Ceramics and Artwork from the South Wales Potters Group and the Swansea Print Workshop Collective. See advert and article on page 17. Now Monday 31st December Local Landscapes Photography Exhibition. The Globe @ Hay.

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Saturday 1st December Sunday 2nd December The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Monday 3rd December Brecon Film Society presents: Magic Flute: (U). 7.30pm. Brecon Coliseum Cinema. Mozart’s immortal opera is masterfully reworked for the screen by the great Ingmar Bergman in this sublime rendering of one of the composer’s best-loved works. A celebration of the centenary of Bergman’s birth. Contact 01874 623166. The Royal Ballet presents ‘The Nutcracker’: Theatr Brycheiniog. In this screening Tchaikovsky’s muchloved music is matched to a magical adventure on Christmas Eve for Clara and her Nutcracker doll. See advert and article on page 17. Tuesday 4th December Saturday 8th December Horrible Histories: Theatr Brycheiniog. For full details of all

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Brecon Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival: Brecon Cathedral. Over 40 trees decorated plus musical events and storytelling. Programmes £2. See advert on page 42. Thursday 6th December National Theatre Live presents ‘Antony & Cleopatra’: Theatr Brycheiniog. Ralph Fiennes and Sophie Okonedo play Shakespeare’s famous fated couple in his great tragedy of politics, passion and power. See advert and article on page 17. Thursday 6th December Friday 7th December Pop up Christmas Gift Stall and Cafe: At Penpont, 4 miles due west of Brecon, just off the A40. Please look for signs. See www.penpont.com. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Friday 7th December Christmas Party Night - Tribute to Tainted Love: Cradoc Golf Club. Contact 01874 623658. See advert in our Party Time section. Saturday 8th December Brecknock Museum Craft Workshop: 10am - 4pm. The

Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience, Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Saturday 8th Deceber Sunday 9th December The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Sunday 9th December Sunday Roast with Santa: Peterstone Court Hotel. £26 per adult, £14 per child, under 3 free. Contact 01874 665387. See advert in our Party Time section. Christmas Songs and Praise Celebration Service: 5.30 6.30pm. Watergate Baptist Chapel. Open to everyone. Live band “Open Door”. Service led by Rev. Christian Thomas. Followed by refreshments of mulled wine, mince pies, tea and coffee. Join us to sing praises and celebrate Our Lord. Monday 10th December Brecon Town Concert Band presents ‘A Christmas Celebration Concert’: Theatr Brycheiniog. Featuring hits from the 1950s onwards. Lyrics will be projected onto a big screen to allow audiences to sing along with the band. See advert and article on page 17. Tuesday 11th December The Arts Society Brecknock ‘The History & Art of the Nativity Crib’: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon, LD3 7EW. Talk by Geri Parlby. Visitors welcome. Tickets £8 on the door or available in advance from Theatr Brycheiniog Box Office. Contact 01874 611622. See article on page 17.

What’s on: during the month / next month Brecknock Gardening Association - “Plants, Birds, Insects and Views of Majorca”: 7.30pm. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Illustrated talk by Neville Davies. Wednesday 12th December The West End at Christmas: Theatr Brycheiniog. Featuring hits from the musicals alongside the best of Christmas song. See advert and article on page 17. Thursday 13th December Sunday 16th December Pop up Christmas Gift Stall and Cafe: At Penpont, 4 miles due west of Brecon, just off the A40. Please look for signs. See www.penpont.com. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Friday 14th December Powys Brecknock Women’s Institute Federation’s Christmas Coffee Morning: 9am - 12 noon. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. Don’t miss this fun morning featuring our excellent Christmas raffle. All welcome. See article on page 12. Friday 14th December Sunday 16th December A Christmas Carol: Theatr Brycheiniog. For full details of all performances and ticket prices see advert and article on page 17. Saturday 15th December Sunday 16th December The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Tuesday 18th December Thursday 20th December

due west of Brecon, just off the A40. Please look for signs. See www.penpont.com. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Thursday 20th December Christmas Market: 9am until late. Brecon Indoor Market. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Friday 21st December Only Men Aloud - Decade Tour: Theatr Brycheiniog. The choir has achieved a lot in the last ten years, from winning a Classical Brit Award to performing at the 2012 Olympic Opening Ceremony! See advert and article on page 17. Saturday 22nd December Sunday 23rd December The Victorian Holly Fair & Father Christmas Experience: Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Monday 24th December Crib Service: 3.30pm. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 42. 9 Lesson and Carols: 5.30pm. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 42. Midnight Mass: 11pm. St Mary’s Church, Brecon. See advert on page 42. Midnight Mass: 11pm. Llanddew Church. See advert on page 42. Tuesday 25th December Eucharist: 8am. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 42. Festival Cathedral Eucharist: 11am. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 42.

alone or not able to cook. The day will be run on donations from local community and businesses with volunteers helping out throughout the day too. Transport can be provided for those not able to get there themselves. Anyone is invited to support in any way they are able to, whether that’s in donation or time. See article in our Party Time section. Solemn Evensong: 6pm. Brecon Cathedral. See advert on page 42. Saturday 29th December Sunday 30th December The Victorian Holly Fair: Brecon Cathedral Close. See advert in our Christmas Shopping section. Saturday 5th January Friends of Brecon & District Mind - Twelfth-Night Celebration: 7.30pm. The Muse, Brecon. Seasonal music with bar and nibbles £5 (Friends/Members £3). Visit www.breconmind.org.uk. Contact 01874 611529. Monday 7th January Brecon Film Society presents: Final Portrait: (15). 7.30pm. Brecon Coliseum Cinema. Giacometti invited the young US critic James Lord to sit for a portrait in Paris in 1964. This is a story of an offbeat friendship, seen through the eyes of Lord, that gives an insight into the beauty and frustration of the artistic process. Contact 01874 623166. Tuesday 8th January

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