Local Beacon Issue 90 February 2017 by Cariads Local Ltd

The community magazine for Brecon and surrounding villages

February 2017 • Issue 90

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Just before Christmas, which seems so long ago now, my team and I were all sat around enjoying a great festive feast. We start talking work! Discussing new features for our monthly magazines. One topic was how many of us have friends who may be widowed, divorced or single and wouldn’t it be great if we could be the link to these people meeting up. Social media works well but if you’re from a generation that didn’t grow up with internet dating and the more recent Tinder, a more traditional way of pen to paper would be the preferred option. Please turn to page 27 to see how we’d like to make these connections. Please don’t feel alone, rest assured there are many local people in our area that are looking for companionship, meeting up with people with similar interests. Encourage your friends and family to take part. New businesses join us this month. MJH Tiling and Construction, Rent a Husband, Just Wood - all on page 2. Wye Pads, page 13. Please show them your support. Just recently, Laura popped into Dugan’s Patisserie. What a great asset this is for Brecon. Turn to page 16 & 17 for a read of the review. And those pictures speak for themselves. It really does look divine. I can’t wait to pay a visit myself. We’ve introduced a Crossword this issue. Puzzle lovers turn to page 24 & 25. Don’t forget our local landscape photography competition is in full swing.You have until the end of March to send us your entries. We live in a beautiful part of the world. We really are blessed. Share your images with us. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x (Photo: James, Cariad and Otis Badham)

For the chance to win 1 month’s membership at SMB Fitness, please complete the word search on page 25 and send to us by 16th February 2017. 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.

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Some of the many topics included in Wye Local, February issue: • Local Talent: photographer Richard Greatrex

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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP

Over the last twenty years cities such as Cardiff, Swansea and Newport have received hundreds of millions in investment from the Welsh Government. The Valleys have received substantial grants and funding to revitalise their transport network and town centres. But what about rural Wales?

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Rural towns across my constituency of Brecon and Radnorshire have seen drastic changes in recent years. The rise of online shopping, investment in towns such as Hereford and Merthyr has attracted locals to shop there instead of their local towns. And what investment are we receiving from the Welsh Government? Very little. But it does not have to be this way, our towns do not have to suffer from continual economic stagnation. I will continue to push for a better deal for our rural communities in parliament and my Conservative Assembly Members will push for the Welsh Government to increase investment in rural Wales, as they have done in their Labour voting heartlands over the last twenty years. There are many things that we can all do in order to address the issues our rural communities face. There are many rural communities in Brecon and Radnorshire who have a small voice, but if we can work together then the louder our voice will be. I would encourage anyone who feels they have the time and passion to get involved at a local level, this could be joining your local Chamber ofTrade.The Brecon chamber of trade is a fine example, they relaunched in 2016 and are campaigning on various local issues to improve Brecon town centre and the conditions for workers in the town. Alternatively individuals could stand for local council, or run a local community group/charity. All of these organisations have a major impact on how our communities are run, and many of them consist of the same people with the same stale, unambitious ideas for our committees for decades. We need ambitious, talented individuals who care about our community to roll their sleeves up and get involved. If you do wish to get involved then please do! My office is open to you to provide support or advice. Feel free to contact me at – chris.davies.mp@parliament.uk

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Newss from

Kirsty Williams

When we - or a friend or member of our family get ill, we want to be sure that they have access to the latest and most effective medicines, regardless of where people live. This is an issue I have been campaigning on for a number of years. So I am very pleased to say that the Welsh Government is bringing forward an £80 million “New Treatments Fund”. The money will help ensure that Welsh health boards to make all new medicines recommended by National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) and the All Wales Medicines Strategy Group (AWMSG) available faster and more consistently across Wales. The Welsh Liberal Democrats have been calling for a fund like this for a number of years and a similar scheme formed part of our 2016 election manifesto, so I am very pleased one is now being brought forward.

local landscapes photography competition

Are you a keen photographer who has a passion for our local surroundings?

Then this competition is right for you . . . turn to page 38 for more details

Another recent announcement that may be of interest to readers is the new £40 million small grants scheme for farmers. The scheme, which has been developed with farmers unions, will provide financial support of up to £12,000 at a 40% grant rate over a fouryear period. Farmers across Wales will be able to invest in around 80 items linked to: Stock handling equipment, animal health, genetics and performance, crop management, energy efficiency and IT. My party and I are passionate about protecting our proud farming tradition in order to safeguard food security, look after the landscape and natural environment. That is why the introduction of this scheme was a condition of me accepting the invitation to join the government. The scheme is due to open in April and I would urge all farmers in Brecon and Radnorshire to take a look at the scheme to see if it could help their business. If you would like to discuss these, or any other, issues with me, please contact me at Kirsty.williams@ assembly.wales, or call my office on 01874 625 739.

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Caring for cats!

Gwynfe Cat Welfare has been operating for over 20 years and have two charity shops, one in Castle street, Brecon and one in Llandovery.They are a non-profit charity and solely run by volunteers so all the money raised goes on our vet bills and the care of the cats in the sanctuary. Gwynfe’s main aim is to neuter as many cats and kittens as possible. Each year, thousands of cats find themselves in animal shelters, with others abandoned on the streets. Not only can neutering help reduce these numbers but it can prevent illnesses such as FIV leukaemia and cat flu as well as some unwanted behaviours. One of the most important things to do as a responsible cat owner is to make sure your cat is neutered. Even if you have a male cat, you should be just as responsible. Get him neutered and he won’t be able to impregnate all the local female cats! There are also other benefits, not only for your cat but for you too! It’s best for cats to be neutered as soon as they are old enough for the procedure, cats can become sexually mature from as young as four months. Owners don’t always know when their female cat has gone into their first season so they can get pregnant accidentally.

Gwynfe recommend cats should be neutered when they are four to five months old, after they have completed their primary vaccinations. All cats are different so it is best to talk to your vet about your individual cat. Did you know? One female cats could produce around 18 kittens per year or be responsible for 20,000 descendants over five years! Gwynfe Cat Welfare offers free neutering for all feral/farm cats and reduced rates of a £20 donation for your pet cat/kitten. This offer is only available at Honddu vets Brecon and Teilo vets in Llandeilo. They rely heavily on donations, whether that’s items to sell in their shops, cash donations, or food and items such as towels and scratching posts for the cats. To contact the charity, find their group on Facebook.

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WINTER JASMINE An exciting deciduous shrub for the colder months, winter jasmine brightens any border with its pretty yellow flowers on arching sprays of growth. Jasminum nudiflorum is usually grown as a scrambling climber with an eventual height and spread of 2.5m (8ft). It ordinates from northern China and was named for its flowers which appear before its leaves – nudiflorum means ‘naked flower’. It is a slender shrub with arching green shoots. The pinnate, dark green leaves contrast against the electric yellow flowers, borne singly at axils of previous year’s growth from late October to March. With this year’s mild weather, we expect flowering to peak - and pretty much finish - in February. Winter jasmine is a full hardy shrub, which grows in fertile, well-drained soil. Full sun will ensure best flowering but it will tolerate tough conditions, such as a north facing wall or part shade. Allowed to scramble freely over a low wall it will not need any support, however when grown as a climber it will need to be trained on a trellis or wires as it is not self-clinging. Deciduous winter flowering shrubs require annual pruning to keep growth strong and healthy. Winter jasmine is in pruning group two and should be pruned immediately after flowering. Old, established plants can be rejuvenated by removing one third of the oldest growth to ground level. Unpruned plants tend to become woody and matted with old dead stems. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Three Cocks

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Fall in love at your Library... Fall in love at your Library. Spring is almost here, and romance is in the air. Brecon Library has a few recommendations to get you that lovin’ feeling! It’s universally acknowledged that librarians are bitterly divided about the merits of Austen vs. Bronte(s), so they’ll suggest both Jane Austen’s Persuasion and Charlotte Bronte’s Villette as classics you might not have read. If those are familiar friends, do try Georgette Heyer, Mary Stewart, Julia Quinn or Diana Gabaldon (you might have watched the adaptation of her series, Outlander) as authors of some excellent historical romance - with a touch of humour. Does your idea of a romantic read involve the demolishing of a box of tissues? Try John Green’s The Fault in Our Stars – you’ll smile while you sob! Alternatively, stick to the tried and tested, with a Nicolas Sparks novel – the author of stories like The Notebook, A Walk to Remember and Nights in Rodanthe knows how to spin a yarn, selling over 89 million books.

Alternatively, as inspiration for dinner for two, can we suggest Mary Berry? Not only a great British baker, she’s written some marvellous cook books over her 40 year career – with pretty much fool proof recipes! Still haven’t found your perfect match? Just ask your librarian – they’re the ultimate literary personal shoppers!

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WyePads to the rescue! Got an iPad? How are you getting on with it? Mastered the basics but lack the confidence to do more? Or are you feeling all at sea – perhaps terrified to use it? Alison Matthews has been helping people use computers for over 30 years and her sell-out 2016 iPad courses were a huge success. “To see people who’ve never used a computer before send and receive their first email is incredibly rewarding,” she says. “People loved the slow, relaxed pace of the classes, and the weekly handouts mean they go home with all the details of what was covered.” Three new classes start the week beginning Monday 13th February. Total Beginners, for those who’ve never used a computer before; Beginners Plus, for those familiar with email and the internet; and Build on the Basics, for those who want to get a bit more from their iPad.

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Number of firsttime buyers leaps to highest level since the financial crisis Bumper numbers of first-time buyers climbed onto the property ladder last year, forking out more than the average household income to do so, new figures suggest. More first-time buyers bought a home in 2016 than in any year since 2007, before the global financial crisis hit, research from Halifax shows. However, would-be owners now typically raise £32,321 for a deposit – more than double the £15,168 needed a decade ago, and this doesn’t include moving costs such as stamp duty and solicitor fees.

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Halifax says those purchasing their first property paid an average of £205,170 last year, the highest on record and seven per cent higher than 2015. In London, it was an ‘eye-watering’ £402,692, according to one of Britain’s biggest lenders. It means the typical deposit in the capital was £100,445. As the cost of housing has increased, first-time buyers have also been taking out longer mortgages. In 2006, just 36 per cent had mortgages lasting beyond the traditional 25-year period. In 2016, 60 per cent of mortgages were for 25 years or more. Martin Ellis, housing economist at Halifax, said record low mortgage rates, high employment levels and government schemes such as Help to Buy – which ended last year - have helped firsttime buyer numbers. It’s likely The Bank of Mum and Dad has also played a role in higher first-time buyer numbers given deposit levels. – Tom Russell – Director of Beacon IFA Ltd

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REVIEW

“Relaxed and extremely tasty”

Tucked away on Pegasus Lane, Dugan’s Patisserie is a real little gem for Brecon. Previously known as Love Patisserie, Dugan’s have been selling their cakes and tarts throughout south Wales, Herefordshire and Shropshire for years, and opened their shop last November. We arrived for a late lunch on a Saturday. As soon as you go in your eye is immediately drawn to the cakes, brownies and tarts laid out enticingly on the counter! There were plenty of happy diners, but we only had to wait a moment for a table, which gave us a little opportunity to take in all the lovely quirkiness of the shop and all it had to offer.The shop sells loaves of award-winning Artisan baker Alex Gooch’s bread as well as a range of flours, jams and other yummies, and some gorgeous looking kitchen utensils. One of my boys,Tom, had the pleasure of joining me for lunch. He chose apple juice (locally sourced, and from a choice of five different blends), a cheese sandwich and an apple and cinnamon strudel. I ordered an Americano, and managed to nab the last cheese and leek tartlet and slice of pear and almond tart, made with Dugan’s famous frangipane pastry. Both the sandwich and the tartlet were served with beautifully fresh salad and chutney. Everything

was absolutely delicious, and very well presented on pretty vintage plates.Tom’s sandwich was made using Alex Gooch’s white bread. It certainly passed Tom’s taste test and was made very short work of; I didn’t get a bite! He did let me try his strudel though, which was light, flaky and absolutely packed full of apples. Tom then stole some of my tartlet, something he wouldn’t usually try, and I had to fight him for the rest.Things almost turned ugly over the wonderful pear and almond tart. With extra seating being added upstairs and lunches recently added to the menu, as well as plans afoot to soon serve Viennese style breakfasts and open a shop in Ludlow, the owners have got plenty of plans to build on their business. Our lunch was relaxed and extremely tasty. Dugan’s Patisserie really felt like something out of the ordinary, and I imagine people would travel quite some way to visit, how lucky are Brecon-ites to have this on our doorstep? So go on, treat yourself to a trip to Dugan’s Patisserie; you deserve it! Article written by Laura Williams

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Get to really know... David Jenkins David was bought up and went to school in Cardiff. He then trained in Cardiff and Aberystwyth.

Which bad habits drive you crazy? Littering and vandalism.

Place of birth? Cardiff.

Do you believe in the afterlife? Yes. Jesus has promised to prepare a place in heaven for all who trust in him.

Where do you live now? Brecon. Marital status? Married to Jane, who now is in care, suffering from the degenerative neurological condition PSP. Occupation? Minister of Presbyterian Church of Wales. Children? Three grown up step children: Rachel, Clare and Charles. Pets? Whippet/sheepdog cross, Meg. What was your favourite childhood television programme? Popeye! Are you a collector of anything? I tend to accumulate unusual musical instruments. If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? A well loved dog or cat. They have a great life! If you could have any superpower, what would it be? It would be great to be able to fly.

What book would you recommend to others? Definitely the Bible. Not enough people read it. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Jerusalem. List five goals on your life’s to-do list: To see the churches in Brecon thriving as places where people can discover the love of God. To see my family and friends happy, to retire to Brecon, to have reasonably good health in old age. Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Those long Summer evenings when we played outside. Name one thing you love about being an adult: Being able to enjoy creative pursuits.

What is usually your first thought when you wake up? “Lord help me to do your work today”.

What’s your favourite song of all time? I love many songs, particularly folk songs. I would not like to single out one only.

Do you believe in ghosts? Not as such. i.e the spirits of deceased people.

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Making music.

Two lessons life has taught you?

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? After taking my afternoon service, walking the dog.

1) Things don’t always turn out as bad as you expect 2) Things don’t always turn out as well as you expect. What makes you grumpy? Aches and pains of ageing. Teenage crush? I had crushes on several girls but never had the confidence to ask them out. You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? I might buy a few nice musical instruments and have some music lessons. Otherwise I would want to give to good causes and help my friends and family. Have any bad habits? Plenty.

Have any hidden talents? I can play the Chinese Hulusi flute. Come to the Muse on 4th February and you might hear me. (World Music Night). What would be your dream job? I’m in it. If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Jack Flint. Sum yourself up in five words: Friendly, honest, wide interests, disorganised.

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Family Law Specialist Divorce Lawyer MOD Pensions Finances after divorce Separation Agreements Children’s Matters to include shared care arrangements Adoption and representation of Grandparents. Pre/post Nuptial Agreements Cohabitation Disputes/Agreements DAWN EVANS is our matrimonial consultant who has recently joined us here at Richards Thomas. Dawn is a highly experienced matrimonial lawyer who has over 34years of experience. She is a member of Resolution which promotes a constructive and non-adversarial approach to family matters. Dawn is based in our Brecon Office but can also see you in our Cardiff office if this is what you would prefer. Dawn is happy to discuss fixed fees for suitable cases. Dawn believes that knowing the likely cost of your case is hugely important at a time when finances can be difficult and will do everything to ensure that you are fully informed of the options open to you to finance your case.

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Lime Kilns Along the Canal When you walk along the Canal, just past Brecon Rugby Ground, take the road rather than the canal bank. You will pass the recently renovated lime kilns. The kilns were used to burn limestone to create quicklime which had many uses including lime mortar for building and fertiliser to spread on the fields. The kilns generally have an egg cup shaped chamber at the top which led down to an air inlet at the bottom. This can be seen by looking in through the arch. The Brecon kilns were constructed so they could be loaded with layers of coal and limestone from the top straight from the canal bank. A fire was lit at the bottom of the kiln and the fire gradually burned up through the layers. When burning was complete the quicklime was raked out at the base and could then be carted away. All the work on the kilns would have been done by hand – including digging out the quicklime at the bottom of the chamber. This would have been particularly unpleasant as when quicklime touches wet skin it burns so the men had to work covered in cloths and sacks and wear masks to keep the dust from their lungs. www.blfhs.co.uk

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More openings at Llansantffraed Many of us know of Llansantffraed Church as the rather isolated building alongside the A40 at the Talybont-onUsk turning. Far fewer have been inside this Victorian architectural gem or visited the grave of Henry Vaughan, Breconshire’s renowned poet, in the churchyard. The Friends of Llansantffraed Church are helping the Church Committee to open the building more often to visitors and to broaden its use as a venue with an excellent acoustic for concerts, recitals and talks. A Potpourri of Music and Words will be presented on Saturday 11th March by the acclaimed harpist Elinor Bennett and performance poet Jeff Rees. They perform together as ‘Rhythm and Rhyme’ with a wide repertoire of music, poetry and song. The programme will have some Welsh flavours including works for the harp by John Parry, John Thomas and William Mathias, and Welsh folk songs. Jeff Rees will span the centuries with poetry including some with harp accompaniment, some of his own work, and some linked to Henry Vaughan. Proceeds from the concert will help to maintain Llansantffraed Church. At the end of April 2017, a new Henry Vaughan Visitor Area will be completed in the church where visitors will be able to find information about Henry Vaughan, his work as a poet and physician in 17th century Breconshire, his links with the locality, and the inspiration he drew from nature and landscape in the Brecon Beacons. To book tickets for the March concert, contact Mervyn Bramley on 01874 665267 or email: mervyn.bramley@icloud.com. For more information about Llansantffraed Church opening days and its Henry Vaughan heritage - see the Brecknock Society’s website www.brecknocksociety.co.uk

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Jokes of the month by father & son (Colan & James Badham) The bride, upon her engagement, goes to her mother and says, “I’ve found a man just like Father!” Her mother replies, “So what do you want from me, sympathy?” A kid asks his dad, “What’s a man?” The dad says, “A man is someone who is responsible and cares for their family.” The kid says, “I hope one day I can be a man just like mum!”

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Companionship for the 50+ Are you widowed, divorced or single and feel it’s the right time to meet someone special? You may be feeling a bit lonely, a bit tired of your own company and want to connect with other local people with similar interests or hobbies to yourself. We at Cariads Local Ltd will help if we can.

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Local Talent: Veronica Gibson Type of Art? Painter / Printmaker and Life Long Learning Tutor for Aberystwyth University in The Brecon & Crickhowell area.

Range of Products? Art & Design courses in Drawing. Painting and Printmaking. Price Range? Generally £100 - £110 for a six week course. There are concessions and there are also 3 dates throughout the year to get an ‘Early Bird discount’. How long have you been an Artist? Since my degree in Fine Art painting 1981. I’ve been an Art Teacher since 1989. Where did you train or gain experience? Canterbury College of Art, University of Wales in Cardiff and Swansea Print workshop. Where can your products be purchased? Learning@aber.ac.uk and 01970 621 580

Interested in learning more about Veronica’s courses? Sketchbook Studies: Would you like to keep and develop a successful sketchbook? This will provide you with an opportunity to develop sketchbook skills and the process of keeping a sketchbook journal. It would be suitable for gardeners, travellers, artists and botanical illustrators. Using different techniques and materials, you will build a sketchbook of drawings in black and white, and colour and learn about the creative potential of the drawing process and quality of line. Approaches to Life Painting: This is an introductory course to some of the basic skills of life painting and is designed as a follow on course from Approaches to Life Drawing.Through a series of practical classes you will build a portfolio of paintings of the nude. Sessions will include tonal painting, flesh, colour studies, composition, proportion, planes and structures of the body, speed studies and some colour theory. Students will be required to supply their own materials. The cost of a life model is incorporated in the course fee.

What has been your proudest moment? Hearing that one of my paintings is hanging in a reception office at the National Assembly for Wales, Cardiff. What would you class as your masterpiece? I wouldn’t. Painting is an ongoing process. Have you future plans for your work? To keep exploring and improving. What advice would you give a local artist? To draw every day, from obervation, memory or imagination. What other local artists do you admire? The National Park is a hub for creative people! Everyone who is making art and learning to make art. Artists Statement: Life long Learning courses are designed for all abilities from total beginners onwards.They are good fun and you will be learning alongside like minded people. Self directed work made at home is expected, but no worries, you will be guided every step of the way and you do as much as you can, so that your work / play life style is not encroached upon in any way: in fact, doing these courses is a life enhancer!

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A fun romance you won’t want to put down! Romance writer Bronte Huntington has vowed she will never settle for anything less than ‘the one.’ When pleasant red-haired dentist Ryan moves in next door he just doesn’t fit the bill. They have plenty in common but Bronte wants nothing more than friendship with him.

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Time for change? At this time of year many couples ask for advice about separation and divorce. Sadly, the Christmas period can be one of the busiest times of year for family lawyers and, whilst it is largely a myth that January traditionally sees separated couples beating down the doors of solicitorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; offices, it is certainly true that the pressures of the festive period can be a catalyst in taking that final step. Clients have usually thought long and hard about separation before seeing a lawyer and I am increasingly seeing people who have been separated for several years before taking any legal steps. Whilst this is understandable because of the emotional turmoil often involved, it can be a serious mistake, especially when there are significant assets to be divided or spousal maintenance should be considered. When a marriage has irretrievably broken down with no prospect of reconciliation, it is advisable to begin divorce proceedings at the earliest opportunity. One of the main factors taken into account by the Court when determining how assets should be divided is the length of the marriage. What would have been considered a short or medium length marriage when I first began practising is now more likely to be seen as a lengthy marriage and the longer the marriage, the less likely you are to achieve anything other than an equal division of the assets. In the same way, the longer a separated spouse is maintained following separation the greater the prospects of succeeding in a claim for ongoing maintenance. Timing, as they say, is everything and it is certainly important when bringing a relationship to an appropriate end. A local specialist family lawyer will be well placed to advise you whatever your circumstances so if itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to embark on the first day of the rest of your life, make sure you have someone to gently but firmly guide you through the process; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too important a step to mistime your exit. Article written by Hellen Williams

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Profundis | The Green House Monday, 13th March - 7.30pm Tickets £15 (Concessions £13) A double bill of evocative new dance. In Profundis, thoughtful movement is accompanied by whimsical wordplay and an exotic soundtrack The Green House, on this twisted TV set, characters discover the very fine line between fantasy and reality

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New for 2017, Theatr Brycheiniog stages Extreme Week, four days of extreme with the emphasis on film. The festival will include hosting the BANFF film festival, film The Black Hen, adventurer Ash Dykes, and culminate in the Wales Extreme Film Prize

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Last Year’s Winner

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1st prize: £50 2nd prize: £25 3rd prize: £10 12 of the images will appear in our 2018 Local Landscapes Calendar Rules are simple: High resolution images of local landscapes in the Brecon Beacons National Park. Images need to be A4 landscape dimensions and 300dpi resolution.

Closing date: 31st March 2017 Email your entries to: lisamarie@cariadslocal.co.uk • Title each photo • Give details of when and where the photo was taken • Include your name, address and a contact number

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Wild in February

Protecting wildlife for the future

returns. Mid February is a better time to see the flowering parts of these common woodland trees. The familiar catkins come out in abundance a little earlier than the tiny female flowers which catch pollen brought to them on the wind. Look carefully at buds for the red bits. The picture is from Llandefaelog Wood Nature Reserve.

Corylus Avellana Hazel We saw a female Hazel flower during the New Year Plant Hunt on 4th January – but it was only just poking out the red styles. There were more male, actively pollen shedding, catkins so the species qualified for being recorded as flowering in the hunt

There is another opportunity to learn about hedgelaying at Cae Pwll y Bo Reserve on the 21st and on the 24th there are two events in different parts of the county. The Tree ID walk at Ystradfawr reserve in Ystradgynlais is a great opportunity to learn how to identify tress from buds and bark in the winter. The Wildlife Watch Family Event in Hay at the opposite end of the county includes craft activities and a nature walk. For more detail and who to contact for all these events go online to bit. ly/bwtevents. John Crellin

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY 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. Winter Afternoon Bingo: 2.15pm. Brecon Bowling Club, Mill Green, Off Kensington, Brecon. Banish the winter blues come along and have a game of Bingo. 2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 - 6.30pm. www.girlguiding.org.uk.

Charity Cash Bingo: 7.30pm. The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon.

Brecon Chamber of Trade Meeting: (First Monday of the month). 6pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. Contact Sarah Lewis, email: chamberoftradebrecon@gmail.com.

Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

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

Brecon Bellringers: 7.30 - 9pm. Brecon Cathedral (1st & 3rd), St Mary’s Church (2nd & 4th). All welcome. Contact Paul Johnson 01874 658670.

Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677. Take pART – Veronica Gibson teaches painting: 6 – 8pm. Unit 28 Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Brecon. Contact 01874 610643 / 610825.

TUESDAY 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.

Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 – 9pm.The Old Museum, Brecon. Everyone aged 10+ who wants to sing is most welcome. £5 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

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What’s on: during the week Alzheimer’s Society – Tea Chat and Activities in Brecon: 10.30am – 12 noon. Ty Croeso, St. David’s House, 48 Free Street, Brecon. A friendly group for people whose lives are affected by dementia. Contact Enid Edwards 01874 712083. Story Time: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free & all ages welcome. Badminton: 11.30am – 1.30pm (Term time only). Brecon Leisure Centre. Friendly group. All ages and abilities welcome. Equipment provided. £2.50 per session. Contact Rose 07531 459134. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12noon – 1pm at The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. £5 or £25 for a 6 week course. Contact 01874 625358. 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. Free help with NHS hearingaids: (1st Tuesday of the month) 2 – 4pm. St Mary’s, Brecon. Contact 02920 333034. Action on Hearing Loss: 2 - 4pm. Brecon Library. We provide support to hearing aid users, enabling people 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.

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 southpowyscommunityhub@ 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. Brecon Tennis Club: 5.30 – 7.30pm at Brecon Leisure Centre. Free to members, £2 to nonmembers. All levels welcome. Contact Bryan 07817 002318. 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 southpowyscommunityhub@ gmail.com or 07854 012841. Samba Brecon: 6 – 8pm. A lively, friendly community percussion band who play Afro-Brazilian rhythms. No previous experience needed. 1st taster session is free. £4 per session. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 / Catherine 01874 625422.

Brecon Bridge Club: 6.45pm. Brecon Rugby Club, Watton, Brecon. New members and visitors always welcome. Gwernyfed Hockey Club – Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345. 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. Shukokan Karate: 7.15 – 8pm beginners, 8 – 9pm intermediates, 9 – 10pm seniors & adults. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Paul Jones 01874 623677. 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.

The Royal British Legion: (Second DAI y Bannau: 4pm. Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Slimming World: 6pm. Bishop Tuesday of the month). 8pm. Theatre group that aims to develop Bevan Hall, Lion St., Brecon. Brecon RAFA Club, Concorde Please LocalJoan Beacon responding to adverts Contact 01873when 812053. House, 101 The Struet, Brecon. & enhance the skills of mention young the - 43 -

What’s on: during the week Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677. WEDNESDAY Aberhonddu Angels (A young WI group): (First Weds of the month) Plough Chapel. Follow on Facebook for updates. Myddfai Country Farmers Market: (Last Wednesday of the month). 9am - 1pm. Myddfai Community Hall & Visitor Centre, Myddfai, near Llandovery, SA20 0JD. Lots of quality local produce on sale. Contact 01550 720449. Baby Signing Classes – “Signing for Little Hands”: (Term time only). 9.15 – 10.45am.The School Hall, Ysgol y Bannau, Brecon. 0 – 3yrs. £2.50 per session. Followed by coffee, chat & play.

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. Brecon Women in Business: (1st Wednesday of the month) 5.30pm at The George Hotel, Brecon. Contact Johanna 01874 625994 or Janet 01874 611467. Brecon Business Club: (2nd Wednesday of each month) 6pm. The Clarence Inn, Brecon. The meetings give opportunity to network with each other and “showcase” their businesses. Key note speakers are invited to share their expertise. Contact www.breconbusinessclub.org.

Stitch Together: (Every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month): 10am – 5pm. The Muse, Brecon. A Community Sewing group. Tea, coffee & cake as well as a chance to sew, knit & chat in a friendly environment. Contact Charlie 07967343619.

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.

Brecon Social Group for Carers, Elderly & the Disabled: 1 – 2.45pm. Kensington Baptist Church Hall, Brecon. Entry £3pp. Contact Rebecca 07973 407273.

Daisy Birthing Antenatal Class: New 6 week courses starting regularly. 6.30 - 8pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. A combination of active antenatal education, yoga, breathing, relaxation, & community. Contact Jo 07736 280877. See advert on page 2.

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

SlimmingWorld: 6pm. Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell Rd. Contact Joan 01873 812053.

The Alternative Business Club: (Alternate Weds) 7pm. The White House Inn, Sennybridge. Meet & chat with people who are like minded & interested in helping other people & their businesses by networking. £5 each session, 1st meeting is free. Contact 01874 636986.

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) 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. We are now rehearsing Mozart’s Requiem for a performance on 6th May. Come and join us – no auditions! Contact 01874 658332 or visit www.breconsingers.com. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Meditation”: 7.45 – 8.15pm. The Well-Being Centre, 1st Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 625358. Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact 01874 623677. 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. After-noon sessions at 1.15pm & 2.30pm, each 1 hour. Studio, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon.  Coffee available from 10am. Lectures on any one of a

What’s on: during the week 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. Slimming World: 5pm & 7pm. St David’s Hall, Bailihelig Rd, Llanfaes, Brecon. Contact Shelley 01874 622846 / 07980 259638. 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”: 6.30 – 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 636125. 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. 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 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. Siop Siarad: 10am – 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.

Brecon Bouncers: 4.15 – 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Trampoline activities. Contact 01874 623677. 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. Pub Quiz in support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau: (Last Friday of 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! 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.

What’s on: during the month DURING THE MONTH Saturday 4th February Brecon Outdoor Group Irish Folk Music: 8.30pm. The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Visit www. b r e c o n o u t d o o r g r o u p. c o m . Contact Sarah 01874 711632. Monday 6th February Brecon Film Society presents: “The Library Suicides (Y Llyfrgell)”: (15). 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. At a national library in Wales, a dead author and her demons may be behind some mysterious occurrences affecting the library’s staff. £6 admission. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. Tuesday 7th February “Austen’s Arcadia”- Brecknock Decorative & Fine Arts Society: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Talk given by Jane Tapley. 2017 sees the 200th anniversary of the early death of Jane Austen. She only wrote six novels and yet is one of the most famous and popular of English novelists. This talk looks at who she was and how she discovered and achieved her remarkable talent, which still resonates with readers of all ages and nationalities. Annual Membership of Society £40 (July 2016 – June 2017). Visitors welcome. £7.50 per lecture, on the door or in advance from Theatr Brycheiniog. Visit www. brecknockdfas.wordpress.com. Wednesday 8th February Brecon Outdoor Group – 3 mile walk: 10am – 3pm. Three mile gentle walk from the Boat Inn, Whitney-On- Wye where we shall be having lunch. A

suitable walk for winter and ideal for families. Visit www. b r e c o n o u t d o o r g r o u p. c o m . Contact Andy 07960107690. Sunday 12th February Brecon Militaria Collectors Swap Shop & Fair: 10am – 1.30pm. Brecon Town Indoor Market Hall, LD3 9DA. Adults £1.50, children 50p. Contact Roy 07895 032053 or Jon 01874 658342. See advert on page 26. Monday 13th February WyePads - ipad Workshop: 1st class – Total Beginners: 10 – 11.30am, 2nd class – Beginners Plus: 2.30 – 3.30pm. First classes today of regular classes to be held weekly. Cusop Village Hall. 1st class £15, 2nd class £10. Visit www.wyepads.com. Contact Alison 01497 820152. See advert and article on page 13. Tuesday 14th February Brecon Outdoor Group – Cinema: (TBA). Visit www. b r e c o n o u t d o o r g r o u p. c o m . Contact Rachel 01874 665577. Friday 17th February WyePads - ipad Class: Cusop Village Hall. First class of regular classes to be held weekly. Build on the Basics Class. £10. Visit www.wyepads.com. Contact Alison 01497 820152. See advert and article on page 13.

Sunday 19th February Brecon Outdoor Group – 6 mile circular walk: 12noon – 5pm. Delightful 6 mile circular walk along the canal and River Usk. Some difficult walking along the river path. Bring a snack. Optional café stop at end of walk. Visit www.breconoutdoorgroup.com. Contact Rachel 01874 665577. Monday 20th February Brecon Film Society presents: “People on Sunday”: 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. £6 admission. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. Tuesday 21st February Brecknock Wildlife Trust – Learn about Hedge-laying: Cae Pwll y Bo Reserve. Visit www. brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. See article on page 41. Wednesday 22nd February Wild Wednesday – Feathered Friends: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Fun, craft, workshop. £4 Booking essential. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 9.

Saturday 18th February

Brecon Outdoor Group – Wildlife Walk: 12.30pm. Visit www.b re c o n o u td o o r gro u p. com. Email: phill@ brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk or contact Pauline 01874 625708.

Approaches to Life Painting – Classes by Veronica Gibson: 10am – 1pm. The Muse, Brecon. The first in a six week course of classes. Fee £110, concessions £90. E-mail: learning@aber.ac.uk. Contact 01970 621580. See advert and article on page 29.

Michael Morpurgo’s King Arthur: 2pm.Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Suitable for 7 years +. Tickets £12, concessions £10, schools £9.50. Visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622.

What’s on: during the month / next month Thursday 23rd February So You Think You Know About Dinosaurs…?: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Interactive show. Tickets £13, concessions £11, family ticket £44. Visit www. brycheiniog.co.uk. Contact Box Office 01874 611622. Friday 24th February Brecknock Wildlife Trust – The Tree ID Walk: Ystradfawr Reserve, Ystradgynlais. Learn how to identify tress from buds and bark in the winter Visit www. brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. See article on page 41. Brecknock Wildlife Trust – The Wildlife Watch Family Event: Hay. Includes craft activities and a nature walk. Visit www. brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. See article on page 41.

Brecon. Under the shadow of Mount Kenya, young Maasai Warriors have remarkably formed a cricket team. In a community deep with tradition, where female genital mutilation (FGM) is still a rite of passage, these young Maasai express their frustrations at inequality by smacking cricket balls on the plains of Kenya and dreaming of life beyond their own village. Thus begins a journey all the way to England; the home of cricket. It is a journey which gives the Warriors the courage to face their elders in the hope of ending FGM. £6 admission. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. Tuesday 7th March

Saturday 11th March Llansantffraed Church and Friends present – “A Potpourri of Music and Words”: 7pm. Llansantffraed Church (A40 by Talybont-on-Usk turning.) Rhythm & Rhyme present an evening of traditional and original music, poetry and song from the 14th century to the present. Tickets £10 (including refreshments), or £3 students and children. Contact Mervyn Bramley 01874 665267 or Abergavenny Music 01873 853394. See advert and article on page 23. Monday 13th March

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