Wye Local Issue 114 April 2016 by Cariads Local Ltd

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April 2016 • Issue 114 The community magazine covering Hay, Talgarth and the surrounding villages

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I’d like to give a mention to a couple of new advertisers that have joined us: Grand Pavilion Events, page 2 – Anyone for Welsh Wrestling, this brings back childhood memories!; and Jungle Tide Bungalow, Sri Lanka, page 3. Please support them and our regular advertisers where possible. The local Councillors and our MP keep us updated on the proposed School closures. Get involved in the fight, stop Powys County Council ‘plowing on with their proposals no matter what the consequences’. Eva Meredith, from Gwernyfed High School is our Local Talent this month. Turn to page 13 for our interview with this talented young lady. Over recent months we’ve included interviews with the team of Cariads Local Ltd. Well I’m the last and I must say the questions did get me a little stumped. Remember, we’re all local, live local and support local where we can. Lastly don’t forget our Car Boot Sales start this month, Saturday 2nd April, 1-4pm at Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. See advert on page 37. See our large what’s on section for an array of classes and events – there’s something for everyone. Enjoy, Lisa Marie x Photo: Lisa Marie and Otis Badham

This month we have 2 prizes up for grabs... a voucher to the value of £15 from ESB Leather; 2 tickets for Luna Club Night on Saturday 7th May. Please complete the word search on page 47 and send to us by 16th April 2016.

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We also produce a similar publication for the town of Brecon and the surrounding villages – Local Beacon. 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 Local Beacon 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 Local Beacon, April issue: - Crickhowell Music Festival - Grand Pavilion Events - Arts Alive Wales - Penpont celebrating its 350th anniversary Just go to www.localbeacon.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover...

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News from Glasbury Ward

by County Councillor James Gibson-Watt By now we should be in the midst of a public consultation process on Powys County Council’s ruling Cabinet’s appalling proposal to close Gwernyfed and Brecon High Schools by September 2017, with the aim of creating a new-build 11-16 school in Brecon; and in the meantime to operate the new school as one on the two existing sites. What is shocking is that Cabinet members were not told of the extent of the Big Lottery Fund’s (BLF) investment in the Gwernyfed High School site in 2005, to help develop its wonderful sports facilities for use by the wider community as well as the school, a point I made forcefully to the Cabinet at its meeting.When I was elected again to the Council in August last year, I told officers about the lottery funding, as I was vice-Chair of Governors at the school during that period, and was heavily involved in the creation of the sports pitches and the refurbishment of the all-weather pitch and tennis courts. So I knew about the scheme. The grant was £371,000 from the New Opportunities Fund (now BLF) and, because of that, the BLF must be consulted and agree before any changes to or disposal of the facilities take place. The Council Cabinet’s business case includes sellingoff the Gwernyfed High School site, yet it did not even contact the BLF before making its decision! This all just makes it more important than ever that we stick together to fight this madness. The future of our children and this whole area depends on it.

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News from Talgarth by William Powell AM, Powys County Councillor for Talgarth At the time of writing, we have had some sunny, early springtime days, but with frosted windscreens to remind us of the winter which might have been. At the same time, the imminent moving forward of our clocks to signal the advent of British Summer Time and with it longer hours of light is cer tainly set to gladden the hear ts of many in our community. Last month, I reflected on the inevitable impact of the Welsh Local Government Settlement on us here in Powys. As I said then, the welcome addition of £1, 933, 000 to Powys County Council funds, that we Welsh Liberal Democrats in the National Assembly secured, will prevent further reductions in the frequency of waste collections and provide an important cash injection for schools and social services. However, the wider climate of expenditure cuts, coming down from the Westminster Government, passported on by Cardiff Bay, still signal unpalatable proposals. These include the introduction of a car park charging regime in all Powys County Council owned car parks – and at the time of writing, a Powys County Council consultation on this is still ongoing until 25th March. These charges will clearly be detrimental to the prospects for our local shops – as well as putting householders in High Street and adjacent roads in a very difficult position indeed. I am urging as full a response as possible to the consultation, as a basis for seeking to resist this retrograde move. Wye Local readers may well already know that my Welsh Liberal Democrat Group on Powys County Council opposed the budget which contained these proposals, as indeed did Labour and the Conservatives. However, as people are gradually coming to appreciate, Powys County Council’s Cabinet is now firmly in the control of ‘’independent’’ Councillors - and so these

proposals do risk being implemented. The fact that the Powys Cabinet appears Hell bent on closing Gwernyfed High School is again testimony to just how out of touch its members are with the wishes of our community. I understand that a consultation on these proposals is due to open early in April and I urge everyone to make their views known. I am working with local residents, including current and future parents, to support the Gwernyfed High School campaign group. We have also taken fresh legal advice and this is one of several routes open to us. In addition, I used my final question of this Assembly to First Minister Carwyn Jones to emphasise the importance of openness and transparency in county council decision making, especially in such vital issues for our area. On a more positive note, the consultation around arrangements for our new Primary School, to serve Talgarth, Bronllys and adjacent communities is also underway and runs until 18th April. It is vital that everyone concerned takes the opportunity to have their say – the live link is on the Powys County Council home page. I hope to see many of you around at community events over the Easter holidays. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any feedback or issues of concern on: 07703 112113 or by email: william.powell@mwwlibdems.org.uk Alternatively, you can come along to my next advice surgery on Friday, 1st April from 4:00pm at Talgarth Tourist Information & Resource Centre, which is unaffected by the current National Assembly Election campaign. Appointments are not essential – but getting in touch in advance may be useful if the issues are complex. You can also pop into the TiRC to request a call from me on any issue of concern. Best wishes, William

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Kirsty Williams It is no coincidence that the Welsh word for school â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ysgol - also means ladder, our schools are a way for our children to rise up to become whatever they want to. It is something I have said many times before, but it seems even more relevant given what is happening here in Brecon & Radnorshire at the moment. The short-sighted proposals for Powys County Council to close a large number of our schools would have a major impact on our children and the communities the schools are in. There is also now a threat to the 6th form at Brecon High. There is a danger that these proposals will set communities against each other. We must avoid that and we need to work together to fight them if we are to succeed.There is no doubt that Brecon needs a new high school building but it should not and does not need come at the expense of a great school and vital community resource like Gwernyfed. There is very little evidence that teaching in bigger schools gives children a better education. In Finland, a country frequently at or near the top of international education rankings, they have much smaller school and class sizes than we have here in Mid Wales. And by bussing children all over the county they will have less time to do important extra-curricular activities. So, what can be done to keep our rural schools open? It is clear to me that the Welsh Government need to step in. In Scotland, a law was passed in 2014 which created a presumption against the closure of a school. That law also contained a number of other proposals that have helped keep schools open, such as requiring local authorities to carry out more rigorous consultation on school closures and if a closure is rejected, that school will be protected from closure for another five years. This would avoid the issue of a local authority coming back again and again if theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve decided that a school should be closed. We need a similar law here in Wales. I will continue to fight against these proposals. If you would like any information on this or any other issue, please call my office on 01874 625 739.

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Gardening Column

CEANOTHUS This bushy, compact shrub produces bright blue flowers in various shades from late summer to autumn. The plant is evergreen with attractive, usually dark green, fine toothed, oval leaves. Also known as Californian lilac, it is ideal for covering a low wall or fence, where it gets protection, and is also a good choice for a small sunny garden. Ceanothus will grow in almost any soil however if placed in a too windy or chilly spot the leaves with get wind burn, which will cause them to turn discoloured and the shrub will fail to thrive, however once established in a sheltered spot, Ceanothus are usually trouble free. Most Ceanothus do not need to be pruned but if you find the plant is outgrowing its allotted space they can be pruned after flowering. Some Ceanothus do grow very large, 3-4 metres high and wide which makes checking the plant label for the eventual size important. Good strong blue varieties with the RHS garden merit award are ‘Trewithen Blue’ and ‘Cascade.’ There is also the variegated, almost yellow leaved ‘Zanzibar’. Add a splash of blue to your garden with a Ceanothus! Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre. Three Cocks

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News from Chris Davies -Your local MP

Hello from Westminster! We are still facing the spectre of school closures across Brecon and Radnorshire, and Powys are still not listening to the views of local people and education professionals. Having now met with all the Headteachers and many Governors of the schools under threat, I am hearing the same view time and time again – that Powys County Council are plowing on with their proposals no matter the consequences.We cannot let Powys County Council get away with ignoring the views of the professionals when it comes to our children’s education. Not only are they ignoring the professionals, but the are also disregarding the views of local people. I would like to thank everyone who has so far filled in Gary Price, our Prospective Assembly Member Candidate, and my survey to gather local people’s views on the proposed closures. We have had a large number of excellent responses, and I would like to encourage everyone to complete the survey on my website at www.chrisdavies.org.uk/campaigns to share your views with us. Together, we can speak with a united voice to oppose these irresponsible proposed closures. In more positive news, I was proud that astronaut Tim Peake touched base with our schools in Brecon and Radnorshire recently. Britain’s favourite spaceman phoned our local schools from nearly 250 miles above the Earth’s surface to inspire youngsters and get them interested in science. Tim was truly inspirational and I would like to thank all the staff and pupils for being so welcoming when I joined them for Tim’s phone call. It is vital that more young people get involved and interested in science as it plays such a huge role in modern life.That is why I was glad to hear, in response to a question I put on the subject in the House of Commons, that the Westminster Government will do all it can to help youngsters get involved. So that’s it for this month and if you would like to get in touch you can do so at chris.davies.mp@ parliament.uk or call 01982 559180; or if you see me about and about do stop and say hello!

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Local Talent – Eva Meredith Eva Meredith is in Year 9 at Gwernyfed High School. Is there a piece of artwork you have done which you are most proud of? Why? I don’t have a favourite piece of art in particular, I like every piece I do but I am at the moment probably most proud of my piece I drew on the theme of mini beasts for the Young Artist of the Year competition 2015 of a dragonfly. I’m proud of it because I got 1st place. What inspires you? I am mostly inspired by what other artists do, I’m always going on websites like Pinterest and looking at the incredible pieces that people have done. I look for tips on how to use certain techniques to develop my art further, when looking at paintings or drawings people have done, I see how I could eventually be able to get to their standard, which encourages me to push myself and keep trying. What is your most important artist tool? My most important artist tool anywhere will always be my pencils, you can always draw, wherever you are or whatever you’re doing, as long as you have some paper and a pencil. You don’t have to be an expert to use one, you just use your imagination. How did you start making art and do you do it in your spare time as well as for school? I have always done art, ever since I was in primary school, my Dad and my sister have always been good at it. I would always ask my sister for tips, and I got better and better with more practice. I had always been inspired by my family. My Dad says I’ve even taken over him now! I always do art in my spare time, I enjoy it so much. I just love that there are no restrictions and no one can tell you what to do.You can be as imaginative and creative as you like, there are no rules. What type/style of art do you concentrate on? I mostly concentrate on pencil drawing. However I would really like to try something new like paints, but at the moment

I’m trying to create a piece using coloured pencils, but I’ve got used to normal pencils so am finding it a little difficult, but I’m getting the hang of it. How would you describe your style of art? I would describe my style as detailed drawing. I find it hard to do a quick sketch, I have to put the detail into every piece otherwise it feels incomplete. I’m not a very sketchy drawer. Are you working on anything at the moment? I’m working on a few pieces: my coloured pencil piece of a bird called ‘A Blue Joy’ which I’m attempting to do as Blue Joys are one of my favourite birds, and also a normal pencil drawing of a wolf. Do you go to any art galleries? I have been to quite a lot of local art galleries around my area, such as Hay and Brecon, and I’ve also been to a few galleries in London and some in Oxford when I went with the school. I enjoy going to galleries and seeing all the different styles people do. I try to go to some as often as I can. What are your goals for the future? I would like to continue doing art and go to Hereford College of Arts after school. I went to a summer workshop there and I really enjoyed what they did. I even used some of the skills I learnt there in school lessons. Why did you choose to take art as a GCSE subject? Art is definitely my favourite subject, my sister took it and I sometimes look to see what she did, and it looks really fun and it could help me in the future. Do you have a favorite artist? My favourite artist is probably Chloe Brown who I met this year at the Royal Welsh Show. She was very nice and told me about her work and gave me tips. I really like her art, she draws a lot of animals, which I also like to draw too. Her style of art uses mixed medium a lot which looks incredible! What, in your opinion, is the hardest step in creating a final piece? In my opinion, when drawing things such as animals, which I do a lot, I find getting the proportions right hard, because if you don’t get it quite right the final picture might not look right. When you’re not in the art studio where do you do your work in your own time? When I’m not in school, I spend most of my time in the spare room of the house, which I was allowed to turn into my art room, and I have now filled it with drawers of tools and pencils and my drawings.

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Memories of Dear Abi, who was beautiful inside and out Abi was very intelligent and articulate which made her all the more determined to succeed. She loved to watch football and boxing, she read the Guardian newspaper and her greatest love was music. Abi was passionate about many things and loved a good debate where she would more often than not be championing the underdog. She had to deal with many struggles in her life due to her having Aspergers Syndrome and also suffering with servere bouts of depression. Abi had to be very strong, brave and courageous to cope with the constant inner battles she had to face. She did not deserve all the pain and struggles she had to endure over the years. Aspergers can be a gift but sensitivity and depression can be a burden. We have all lost our beautiful and caring Abi. But heaven has gained a very special angel because she had such a pure and gentle soul.

to use the carving tools and, as her confidence increased, carved a cat of startling originality. Abi had intuitively done what most artists strive for - she had created the essence of her subject.When asked how she was able to do this in her first carving, without preliminary drawings, or photographs and with minimum input from me, she simply said that she spent a lot of time looking at and observing cats. In a world where the superficial is revered, Abi was insightful and thoughtful, her quiet and compassionate nature being in stark contrast to the brash and selfcentered attitudes often encountered in modern life. I suspect that everyone who knew Abi was touched by her unique and special gifts and the memories of her caring, sensitive nature and quiet fortitude in her all too brief life will always remain with us. ” Richard Renshaw - Take Part Find Take Part on Facebook or visit the website www.brecontakepart.co.uk for more information. Griots Poetry 2016 returns with Visiting & Local Poets on the last Wednesday monthly April 27th 2016, 7pm–9pm Tomatitos, Hay-on-Wye, HR3 5AA Join our Poetry Open Mic! Bring your poems. 07961 589616 or http://griotsarts.com

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Coming soon along with the asparagus we can look forward to outdoor rhubarb, fresh garden mint, British strawberries,and Spanish peaches and nectarines. The wet garlic mentioned will later in the year be coming first from Italy and then France.Wet (or green) garlic has a far better flavour that the dried stuff without the acidity that takes the throat that dreid bulbs have. Try roasting them as they will fill the kitchen with a glorious aroma and give a lovely sweet flavour when eaten. If you really like garlic roast it and then squeeze the pulp out and spread it on toast - a real treat! The stored apples are coming to an end but will last until the southern hemisphere fruit is in full flow. New Zealand apples can be delicious - itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just the Coxes Orange Pippin that they struggle to get quite as good as ours. Bramleys have to last out until the autumn and can get very untidy for the last two or three months before the new crop. Next month is the Hay Festival - shop early that week as the festival goers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come out until mid to late morning by which time you can be back home again ready to come out and enjoy the festival yourselves. Article supplied by Stuart Pritchard

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Calendula flower benefits I am really excited about the new Calendula flower soap which will be ready in April, containing the flower petals to infuse the soap with extra skin soothing goodness, making it even more nourishing and hydrating for the skin. Calendula officinalis is the sunnly little flower know as Marigold or Pot marigold. It is a hardy annual which flowers from spring to autumn – pick the flowers just as they begin to open up to use fresh in an infusion or to use later by drying them. There are so many uses for this pretty garden flower; the leaves and flowers are edible, so you can add to salads or use to colour your rice instead of the more expensive saffron, or to sprinkle on cakes or buns. You can infuse the petals and use as a skin lotion to nourish and clear the skin. The flowers contain antiseptic, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties that promote healing so you can use as a compress and apply to scalds or stings; or in teas, tinctures, or syrups. The petals make a pale yellow dye which can be used on any natural fabric. What a beautiful and useful plant. Article by Jacqueline Kennett. Sources: Jekka McVicar

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Real health! This month I’m writing about something I’m starting to feel more and more strongly about. Consider the following statement:‘Athletes train and eat.They don’t diet and exercise!’ It certainly got me thinking.You see I am SO into the concept of simply moving more and eating well (THEN the fat loss being incidental) – I’m starting to get frustrated with the ‘diet and exercise’ words! I do many inductions where it’s obvious the client’s come in to ‘lose weight’ first and foremost, andTHEN go through whatever motions it takes to do this! Once in the club, we can try to direct members to the best classes for them and show them some great methods to use in the gym for these results but if they’re there because they feel they ‘have to be’ it might not work for them. They only need to switch their mind set. Hey - at G&T’s we do some tough classes and there are some very FIT members, no doubt about it, but they’re often the ones who are there for years – they’ve already made it part of their lifestyles! What I’m REALLY coveting for my clients is GENUINE overall health, not (just) creating skinnies! I’d love everyone to get into fitness as a hobby again (like in the olden days), not do it because they’ve read in some glossy they need

to look ‘sleek’ and the only way to achieve this is to ‘diet’ and go through some motions on the treadmill. I also love to help them address their stress levels, level up their hydration and do classes across the board (cross training is the best!). Constant cardio is no better than only doing Yoga for example. Getting stronger for ‘toned’ arms (say) is one thing, but my favourite feedback is when a client tells me she or he is better able to carry heavier loads (be that shopping or bricks!). Getting breathless on the elliptical will also mean you can run about with your children or grandchildren without collapsing! So let’s see what we can do about your blood pressure, your diabetes, let’s gain the endurance to explore our mountains, and maintain our flexibility as we get older so you can do up your back zips! Let’s get you stronger to pick up your bags of grass cuttings … let’s give you simple advice on nutrition you can really follow! THIS is what real health is about, not constantly weighing yourselves, ‘checking your abs and improving your glutes’! It’s really important you find a class, activity, sport or gym that suits you and that you enjoy. Whatever you find, get fit because you want to enhance your lives, allow FUN to enter the equation, and the rest (the body you want) becomes a by-product! Article supplied by Cat Lawford, Personal Trainer, Gym & Tonic Health Club

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In front of a crowd Until retiring to Hay on Wye Phil Smith had a successful career as a performer in London having obtained a diploma in acting from E15 Acting School where he learned various skills including voice tuition and scriptwriting which he put to good use when ‘resting’. Since moving to this more civilised part of the country he has produced and directed various plays in the area as well as joining local singing group ‘The Village Quire’ as its narrator. He also ‘fronts’ the increasingly popular ‘storytelling evenings’ at Cusop Village Hall. Whilst doing this, he tells us, various individuals would express their amazement and even horror at the idea of standing up in front of a crowd of people and talking at them.Especially true of people who were due to make some sort of speech in public (a wedding or in church services etc). He went on to say that individuals were more than apprehensive when faced with the task which, they said, would spoil the day for them or, indeed, their audience. Attempts to introduce humour often failed miserably or the speaker would need to ingest a significant amount of alcohol before beginning and so could not be heard properly. This, combined with a general comment that most speeches go on for far too long, made Phil resolve to do something about it. The result of this was ‘SPEAK EASY’ where Phil provides a service for the mortally terrified by visiting them at home (where they will usually feel more comfortable) so as to ‘check’ and, if necessary, amend the speech to provide an easy to read and entertaining text. At the same time he will help with voice production, presentation and relaxation techniques such as establishing the nearest exit if needed. His objective here is to make the whole experience enjoyable for both the speaker and their audience.

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Friendly Festival

Talgarth Walking Festival is on 29th April – 2nd May 2016. If you’ve always wanted to walk up the escarpment of the Black Mountains but felt a little daunted by the rugged terrain why not join a walk over the May bank holiday. Or if a quieter saunter is more your cup of tea (with a cup of tea included in several instances) there are walks for you too. There’s a chance to learn how to map read, find out if orienteering is your new sport and a photography walk with a professional. Or listen to archaeologist Bill Britnell talk about the burial tombs that dot the hills before a walk to a nearby example. Another highlight is the opportunity to join local author Owen Sheers to walk through the landscape that inspired his book Resistance. The film of which will be shown on Saturday evening. “We look forward to welcoming you to our friendly festival.”

Come and walk on and around The Black Mountains. Beautiful walks in stunning scenery for all abilities. Plus a talk, a film, a quiz night and much more. Brochures available in local outlets. Talks and childrens events.

Take a look at our website: www.talgarthwalkingfestival.org

Baskerville Hall Hotel

Animal Funeral Services

Clyro Court Nr Hay-on-Wye

on the A438 Hereford to Brecon main road at Clyro

Open Acoustic Session Every Wednesday

Individual cremation service for all pets with collections either made from your home or veterinary practice.

An informal gathering of players, singers and friends, entirely acoustic, without the paraphernalia of leads and microphones. Collaborations encouraged. A free drink and a bowl of chips for all performers. Audience and players - All Welcome

Individual cremations can be carried out and returned on the same day. Full range of caskets and memorials

From 8.30pm Free entry from 7pm

Equine collection and cremation service

Real Ale & Bar Snacks available 7pm - 9.30pm Ample free car parking

Farmers sharps and pharmi waste collection and disposal service

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GARETH’S car wasn’t running right so he “had a go” himself. Experimentally pulling a pipe off, he suddenly had diesel fuel spraying up his arm, soaking his shirt. He got the pipe back on, then tried

disconnecting some wires. WHOOSH! - A spark from the wiring ignited his shirt. At that moment a police car drove up the road and Gareth frantically waved it down with his burning limb. The officer jumped out with an extinguisher, put out the flames, then arrested Gareth... WHY?

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Get to really know... Lisa Marie Badham

Place of birth? Brecon. Marital status? Married. Occupation? Publisher / Graphic Designer / Mum. Children? Otis, nearly 1. Cariad, 3 and a half. James (step-son), 11. Pets? A cat. 5 ducks. 4 chickens - sadly Dolly Parton has now passed but her memory and genes live on! Are you a collector of anything? Just stuff. I find it hard to throw things out. When Mr B works away he tells people that he’ll have a small gap at the top of each door to get in through. I’m far from a hoarder, he likes to exaggerate. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? To make peace.The world is such a sad and volatile place. What is usually your first thought when you wake up? Cariad please give me 5 more minutes. What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? I hope there isn’t a murderer outside. I had to go to the doctors when I was little for my nightmares, the verdict ‘over active imagination’. Do you believe in ghosts? Yes, friendly ones. Two lessons life has taught you? Don’t let a day pass without realising how lucky you are. Both my babies are because of successful IVF treatment, everyday I tell them how much I love them. Sometimes I also tell Mr B. What makes you grumpy? Powys County Council. You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? I’d ask one of the team to run the business. Buy a VW camper van and go traveling over the UK with Mr B and the kiddies.There’s so much to see and do in the beautiful British Isles. Keeping some money for when we get back to treat family and friends and secure our future. Have any bad habits? Using a tea bag twice. My mum is a farmers daughter so growing up money saving ideas were drummed into me. Although this one may be one of my own as even my mum frowns at this one. Do you believe in the afterlife? I’m hopeful that there is something, not sure what, but that dying is not the complete end. What book would you recommend to others?

Anything by Dorothy Koomson. I like light reads, life’s too serious. Best present ever received? A dove necklace James chose for my birthday. His dad said I wouldn’t like it. How wrong he was, it’s one of my most treasured items. List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: My teeth.The dentist recently told me they are ‘overcrowded’. I think that means crocked. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Borneo if I could manage the journey, I do get rather sick on long journeys. Even a pedalo has pushed me over the edge. List five goals on your life’s to-do list: Be part of saving Gwernyfed High School from closure. See more of the UK. Go to a music festival (the toilet facilities have put me off until now but I need to overcome my fear). Help Gwernyfed Geckos Netball Club come top of the league. Watch my children start families of their own. Name one regret you have: Not being able to have more maternity leave with both children. Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Finding farts funny. Name one thing you love about being an adult: Being able to party into the early hours. What’s your favourite song of the moment? One Republic – Counting Stars. What’s your favourite song of all time? 9 to 5 Dolly Parton. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? As longs as Nanny will have the children until Sunday lunchtime (the older I get, the worse the hangovers get) - going out with a group of friends, drinking, dancing and home. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? During Spring / Summer, nothing beats a barbecue with family and friends. What would be your dream job? What I’m doing, but just a little more time with the children before they become teenagers and don’t like me anymore. If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Dolly. What have you done today to make you feel proud? Moved and stacked a mountain of logs. Adrian Williams (dad) at AW Logs, trained me well. Sum yourself up in five words: Needs to cwtch much more. I become all stiff and uncomfortable when people go to hug me. Scientists tell us cwtching is good.

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Hay History Group are in intensive discussion about plans to have Archaeology as its theme this year. The Group will be holding events throughout the year culminating in presenting a display of its results at Hay History Weekend which will be on 17 & 18 September 2016. They also hope to take part in the Archaeology Festival which is being run by the Council for British Archaeology between 16 & 31 July 2016. They are concentrating on four themes.

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1. Practical Archaeology in Hay which will focus on test pits in up to 20 gardens of old buildings in Hay to try to date the different phases of Hay’s development. Please volunteer your garden as a candidate. The Group are already linking with Hay Castle to observe and help with their archaeological digs. 2. Architecture of Hay with a day-school and talk on dating houses in Hay, with practical sessions recording and mapping the architecture of Hay. 3.Archaeology of Hay looking at ancient monuments in the surrounding landscape. 4. An attempt at reconstructing Norman Hay. The quay, the ford, the motte & bailey, the church etc. This will also look at the possible restoration of the steps to the quay, the walk well and the eye well, in conjunction with the Brecon Beacons Trust - Keep Wales Tidy Well-being project. A new walk for Hay Tours - The Wells of Hay - will be designed. See www.hayhistorygroup.co.uk for further details throughout the year. Alan Nicholls, chair, Hay History Group.

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POETRY CORNER

Saturday 16th April Flix in the Stix ‘Bridge of Spies’

Doors open at 7.30. Film at 8pm.

Saturday 2nd April

In the Talgarth Town Hall 10am - 13.00pm We now have a café on site, so why not come along for a coffee and pick up some local produce or crafts at the same time! Traders table prices

Introductory fee for first saturday - £5 per table £10 Per table thereafter Reduced to £60 for payment in advance for 8 months (april – november) Talgarthruralmarket@gmail.com For any further information contact: Jayne Phillips 07807 665285

Talgarth Sports 2016 Friday 29th July Saturday 30th July

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The Season of Hope by Alan Lovell As winter’s grip begins to slip, and frosts of hoar begin to thaw, so thoughts turn to a different view, of buds and shoots and no wellie boots When winter mists meet the sun’s spring kiss, warming rays encourage flowers to raise their heads to greet with scents so sweet our need to see, hope spring eternally. It is the sense of a future tense that leads to schemes which fill our dreams, which give us hope of a greater scope to be the ‘me’ that we each want to be Oh joyous Spring with all you bring the gift of hope is your precious trope. Without that gift we would be cut adrift, for life without hope breeds the misanthrope So come dear Spring, let us dance let us sing. Let us cherish the joy and never destroy the gift you bring with you every Spring that life is too rare to be wasted on despair.

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Under New Management As from 1st April, Percy Haynes, previously of The Radnor Arms, Llowes, will be taking on the role of Manager at The Baskerville Arms. He along with his excellent team, will be serving a similar great menu, with some local favourites, and look forward to welcoming you all in the future..

Friday, 12pm–2pm Fish & Chips £6 Fabulous Sunday roasts every week From £8.95 Booking advisable to avoid disappointment

Curry & Quiz Night 21st April Every 3rd Thursday of the month £10/person, max 5 people per team Proceeds towards Macmillan Cancer Research

Glasbury Taxis

Steak Night 30th April Last Saturday of the month

Mini-Bus Hire

The fantastic £1/oz steak offer. Booking is essential to avoid disappointment. Vegetarian options available.

Sporting Events I Nightclubs Airport runs Any distance – cheap rates Tel: Graham on 07966 017714

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Recipe: Chocolate Brownie Recipe from: The Baskerville Arms

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Jokes ATK REMOVALS of the Specialist Removals & Storage Movers • Antiques month Household • Fine Art • Sculptures by father & son (Colan & James Badham) I asked my boss “What do you want me to do with this 6 metre roll of bubble wrap?”. He replied, “Just pop it in the corner.” 4 hours it took me! Paddy asks Murphy, “Why do scuba divers fall of their boats backwards?”. Murphy replies, “If they fell forwards they’d still be on the boat.” Teacher: “Answer this math problem: if your father earns £500 a week and gives half to your mother. What will he have?” Student: “A heart attack.”

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News from...

and hot chocolate served with the normal cereal and toast.Thanks go to Hay’s Co-operative store for supplying the bananas and honey.

Fairtrade Hay Fairtrade Hay has been busy with Fairtrade Fortnight, which ran from the 29th February-13th March. The theme this year was Fairtrade breakfasts., “The focus on breakfast is to remind us what we eat and drink to start the day often comes from parts of the world where the farmers may not be able to afford breakfast. This is why Fairtrade is important, to ensure a fair price and fair conditions,” says Jo Eliot, from Fairtrade Hay. Big Breakfast Events happened all around the country to promote Fairtrade and in Hay-on-Wye there were Fairtrade breakfasts at The Old Electric Shop. Customers purchased Fairtrade banana pancakes and then received free cups of Fairtrade tea and coffee. Fairtrade Hay would like to thank everyone who joined in with this event and thanks to Hannah and Ananda at The Old Electric Shop for their support. Fairtrade Hay also visited Hay primary school to put on a special breakfast with Fairtrade bananas, honey

For more information about Fairtrade please visit www. fairtrade.org.uk and for more information about Fairtrade Hay please see our Facebook page – we’ll have more exciting events happening throughout the year. Glasbury Get-Together Club Well, as I write it looks a bit more like Spring. The sun is shining and it’s a little warmer... like magic after the very cold windy day yesterday. As often said, What a difference a day makes! Our Beetle drive last month produced much laughter. Well attended, and pleased to see some new faces amongst us. Highest and lowest score prizes were won by Lyne Price and Anna Myrddin-Evans. Wednesday April 27th is this month’s club date at Glasbury Village Hall 2.30 - 4.30p.m when we welcome Mr John Parry, a local man who will be coming to entertain us. As always tea and biscuits and the raffle later. Hope you will join us, guests welcome.

Hay Dial-a-Ride - Trustees We have vacancies for Trustees to join our small team.

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Small items donated for raffle prizes always appreciated. Thanks. We are hoping to visit Slimbridge Wild Fowl Trust on Tuesday 17th May please book early if you are interested. A FUND RAISING PLANT SALE will be held in MAY. Your surplus plants will be very welcome. More Info: ring Gloria 01497 847274.

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Gwernyfed High School Gwernyfed High School held their Annual Eisteddfod on Friday 26th February 2016. The Eisteddfod is a Welsh Festival of Literature, Music and Performance. The pupils all belong to one of the School Houses, Mynydd and Dyffryn, and they competed against each other throughout the day. Additionally there were competitions in many other departments such as Art and Science. With a jam packed programme our judges, Mrs Val Meredith, Revd Ian Charlesworth and Ms Diane Hebb

were certainly not disappointed.The morning programme saw Years 7 – 9 compete with musicians, recitations in English and Welsh; dances and plenty of singing. In the afternoon there was a ‘Sospan Fach’ sing off before the much anticipated Chairing Ceremony took place. Our congratulations go to Abi Rafferty, Year 7 who won the Junior Chair, and to Eirwen Abberley-Watton, Year 10 who won the Senior Chair.The Best Contribution Shield was won by Phoebe Jones.The overall winning house was Mynydd. This was a splendid way to start the new term with the school altogether cheering, laughing and celebrating success. Hay Town Council Work is nearing completion on the Hay Town Plan. In late November 2015 the Town Council held a second meeting of stakeholders in the primary school. The meeting was well attended and a number of extremely useful amendments and new ideas have been incorporated into the emerging plan.They include a range of issues from parking, travel and traffic to The

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jobs and community facilities. This is not an exhaustive list but examples of the ground covered by stakeholders and councillors.Thank you all for your valuable input. The Town Plan Steering Group has virtually finished the document which will be signed-off at a meeting of the group in April. At that stage Hay Town Council will discuss how and when they will consult with residents on the content of the plan. Please look out for consultation events (probably at the primary school) which we will publicise in Wye Local and other media. Please do get involved by letting us have your views. This is an excellent opportunity for you (the residents) to get involved and influence the projects and activities that are included in the Town Plan. Some already exist but need changing/updating; others, sadly, are absent but need establishing. Finally, something completely different. The annual precept for the town for the 2016/17 financial year (i.e.that part of your annual council tax bill that is allocated to Hay) is unchanged. That’s good news. These days we seem to pay more for less, but in the case of your precept we hope to reverse that trend. Cllr David Gittins

Hay Castle Trust Bats at Hay Castle - Lesser horseshoe bats are very small, with soft and fluffy bodies.They emerge about half hour after sunset and stay active all night.They like caves and underused stone buildings (hint). Lesser horseshoes are a strictly protected and endangered species – they’re rare and particularly sensitive – and guess what? We have one in the wine cellar at Hay Castle. To make sure we treat this little fellow with the utmost care, Brecon Beacons National Park has required us to undertake more bat surveys this summer, and pending the results, we’ll respond with mitigation plans, including creation of a place for the bats to hibernate. As a result, our planning application to BBNP has been postponed. This will put our project back a few months – instead of starting works by the end of 2016, we’re aiming for an early 2017 start. Meanwhile, the pressure is on to complete the fundraising necessary to give Hay Castle a vibrant future. In February, we secured another £80,000 toward our goal of £1.5 million in match funding. This summer we will launch Keepers of the Castle, a key aspect of our campaign for individual and local organisations who

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U3A Hay As Surrealism approaches its 100 years of existence, it continues to generate lively debate and interpretation of the works of its artists. To explain their view of it, John Richardson and John Welson will give a presentation, share in the vision to make Hay Castle an accessible, dynamic and dramatic focus for Hay. Transition Town Hay 1. It’s not too late to plant fruit trees! Wide range of grafted apple varieties available, in pots, discounts for bulk. Contact Chris at Applewood, text 07939 864732. 2. Introduction to Permaculture Course Llandrindod, April 16-17, enquiries & booking contact Lis lis@ trosnant.net or phone 01597 829072. 3. Forest Gardening Course, Karuna, Shropshire, 17-19 June, enquiries & booking contact Merav Tel: 01694 751374 email: merav66@hotmail.com 4. Hayfield Garden has an organic allotment plot to lease. Please contact hayfieldgarden@gmail.com.

Surrealist is Dead - Long Live Surrealism, at U3A Hay’s meeting at Glasbury Village Hall on Tuesday 19th April 2016, at 10.30am. Come along and be part of the on-going discussions! Continuing the theme of Surrealism, at 1.30pm, we will show a British Film Institute production, ‘Man Ray Films’ (2010), comprising 4 key films made by Man Ray in the 1920s. The Annual General Meeting will be held at 12 noon. The entrance fee is £3 for members and £5 for non-members. Coffee from 10am; soup from 12.15pm. Bring your lunch! For further information, phone Tricia Wordley on 01497 821595. Our website is currently under reconstruction: www.u3ahay.org.uk

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What’s on: during the week MONDAY Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 9 - 10.30am. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5 years. Just turn up and join in! £1 per session. Contact 01497 820860. Beginners Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 9.15 - 10am. £6. Welcome to your fitness week with a gentle wake up Yoga mobiliser. This has no sanscrit terms or spirituality - it’s pure fitness! Invigorating! At the Gym & Tonic Health Club 01497 822995. Stay & Play Playgroup: 9.15 – 11.15am (Term time only). Bronllys. £1 per session. 50p additional child. Refreshment included. Bumps, Babies & Toddlers all welcome. Hay Spanish: 10 – 11.30am. In Hay. Beginners and advance beginners only. Contact Mely 01497 820991.

Life Drawing: 10am - 4pm at Clyro Village Hall. Beginners welcome. Contact 01497 831550. MODELS WANTED. Story Time at Hay Library: 11 – 11.30am. Come join in the fun. Contact 01497 820847. Make to Measure: 12.30 – 2.30pm. Eardisley Village Hall. Dressmaking and sewing class. Contact Mel 07972 502087. HayDay Café: (first Monday of the month). 2 – 4pm. Cusop Village Hall. A new cafe for people living with dementia. Transport can be arranged. Contact Trish Richardson 01497 821381. Hay Bridge Club: 2pm. The Swan Hotel, Hay. Friendly Bridge - all standards welcome. Contact Jenny Martin 01497 831287.

Friendship Club: (third Monday of the month) 2.30 - 4pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Tea, cakes and chat. Contact Ann Pritchard 01497 847221. Boxing Circuits: Wow! Everyone loves this class.You each have your own station so no competition. All welcome! £6. At the Gym & Tonic Health Club 01497 822995. Spinning: 6pm and 7pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Make to Measure: 6 - 8pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Dressmaking and sewing class. Contact Mel 07972 502087. Whist Drive: 6.30pm for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall. Craft Class: 7 - 9pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913.

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What’s on: during the week Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: The Old Museum, Glamorgan St, Brecon. £5 per session for Coleg Powys Staff & Students. Everyone from age 12 upwards is very welcome. Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. It’s open to everyone! Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. LlanigonYFC Meeting: 7 - 9.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Philip Price 01497 847342. Short Mat Bowls: 7.30 – 9.30pm. ClyroVillage Hall.All ages and levels of experience welcome! Contact David James 01497 820227. Bell Ringing Practice: 7.30pm at St.Peter’s Church, Glasbury. New ringers are always most welcome. Talgarth Male Choir Practice: 8 10pm. Gwernyfed Rugby Football Club, Talgarth. All welcome no matter what your level. Contact Pete Rowson 07971 840786. TUESDAY Llyswen Parent & Toddler Group: 9.10 - 11am.Term time only. Llyswen Village Hall. Everyone welcome, lots of fun and good company. Children from 0 - School age. Beginners Boxing Circuits: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym and Tonic Health club. Suitable for everyone. £6. Call G&T’s on 01497 822995. Yoga Active and Stretching: 9.15 – 11am at Cusop Village Hall. Come and join in our friendly group, Beginners and all levels welcome. £5 per session. Contact Emma Phillpotts on 01497 831704. Painscastle and Rhosgoch Parent andTots: 9.30 – 11.30am. Painscastle Village Hall. A craft activity every week, a baking and soft play session once a month. £1 per child, snack for the child and tea/coffee for parent. A new friendly group and everyone is welcome.

Muddy Puddles Playgroup: 9.30 – 11.30am (Term time only). Escleyside Hall (behind Michaelchurch Escley Primary School). Join the weekly themed activities, spacious indoor play and outdoor adventures in our beautiful surroundings (bring wellies). £1.50 per family. Contact Kirsty 01981 240225. Make to Measure: 9.30 – 11.30am. Clyro Village Hall. Dressmaking and sewing class. Contact Mel 07972 502087. Dorstone Dormice Baby & Toddler Group: 10am – 12 noon (term-time only). Dorstone Village Hall. £1.50 per family which includes snacks and tea/coffee. Please come along and say hello! Contact Bridie 01981 550836. Craft Class run by South Powys Parkinson’s branch: 10am - 1pm at Talgarth Church Hall. Make your own greetings cards with a tutor. Knit, sew, tapestry, rag rug making etc. Art Class (any medium): 10.30am – 12.30pm at the Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Shakespeare Play Readings: (Alternate Tuesdays) 2 - 5pm. Glasbury Village Hall. With the Willow Globe Theatre Company. Contact 01597 811487. Slimming World: 5pm and 7pm. County Primary School, Oxford Street, Hay. Contact Helen 01497 822881 or 07939 114452. Boughrood Cycle Club: 6pm. Regular evening road rides,depending on weather. Pub & café breaks. All welcome. Meet at bus stop nr. BoughroodVillage Shop. Contact Sarah 01874 754031. Bowling: Arrive at 6pm to commence play at 6.30pm at Brecon Road, Hay. All welcome.

GIGO: 6 – 6.30pm. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. ‘Get In, Get Out’ a fast, furious but SHORT work out using HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training). Tough, but do it anyway! (And it’s over in no time!) The ideal workout to shift stubborn tummy fat! £4. Contact 01497 822995. Athletic Pilates: 6 - 6.45pm Suitable for those who’ve done Pilates but want more. A superb class always popular. £6. At the Gym & Tonic Health Club 01497 822995. Ladies Running Club: 6.15pm. The Main Car Park, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Whist Drive: 6.30 for 7.30pm start. Talgarth Church Hall. Talgarth Bowling Club (Practice Night): 6.30pm, Talgarth. New bowlers welcome. Contact 01874 711458. Glasbury Paddlers: Canoe club meets at 6.30pm at Glasbury. For more information call in at PSM Outdoors in Hay and ask for Peter. Hay Film Makers: 6.30 to 8pm.The Globe, Hay. Free entry. Come and learn how to make films. Open to all. Contact Janine 07733 055430. Death Café: (Second Tuesday of the month). 7pm. The Globe, Hay. Tea and cake and talk of death. Free entry. Contact mlord10@btinternet.com. Gwernyfed Hockey Club -Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812691345. Talgarth YFC Meeting: 7 – 8.30pm. Talgarth Town Hall.Contact Heather Summerfield 01874 711093. 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.

What’s on: during the week Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm. The Cadet Centre, Gypsy Castle, Hay. Contact CSM Dave Johnson 07411 248344. Heart Healing Meditation Group: (First Tuesday of the month). 7.15pm. Health Matters in Hay, Broad Street, Hay. Contact 01497 851764 or 07749 391714. Hay Camera Club: 7.30pm at Llanigon Village Hall. Contact Christine Starnes 01981550589 or 07932716035 or Colin Laurence 01981 550069. Hay Neighbourhood Policing Team public PACT Meeting: (last Tuesday of the month) 7.30 8.30pm at the Hay Town Council Offices, all are welcome. Contact on 08453302000. Zumba: 7.30 – 8.30pm. Hay Parish Hall, Lion Street. All ages and dance abilities welcome. Introductory class £3, then £4 per session. Visit www.melaniebarker.zumba.com. Open Mic Night: The Globe@ Hay. Contact 01497 821762. WEDNESDAY Bee Busy Playgroup: 9 – 11am. Clifford Community Centre. Creative play, making and baking for 0-4 years. £2 per child, includes snacks and coffee. Cari or Lizzie 01497 831056. Stay & Play Playgroup: 9.15 – 11.15am (Term time only). Bronllys. £1 per session 50p additional child. Refreshment included. Bumps, Babies & Toddlers all welcome. Back to Basics – Group Personal Training: Core & Stretching: 9.30am.The Old Electric Shop, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Barre Fusion: 9.15 – 10am. A brand new Ballet Barre workout combining ballet moves with Functional Fitness and Yoga. £6. At the Gym & Tonic Heath club from March. 01497 822995. See advert on page 23.

Hay Spanish: 10 – 11.30am. In Hay. Beginners and advance beginners only. Contact Mely 01497 820991. Glasbury Residents Coffee Morning: 10 – 11.30am. The River Café, Glasbury. A “get to know your neighbour coffee morning.” 50p from each coffee sold will be donated by the River Café to Macmillan Nurses. Contact 01497 847007. Coffee morning:10.30am - 12 at Royston Hall, Bronllys. Coffee or tea and cake £1. Proceeds to the hall. Everyone welcome. Art Class (Any Medium): 11am – 1pm. Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Hay Luncheon Club: 12pm2.30pm (third Wednesday of the month) at The Masonic Hall, Hay. We have a delicious roast dinner and a speaker or activity afterwards, a very pleasant, sociable time together after our meal and raffle. ContactTrish Kiddle 01497 821276. Make to Measure: 12.45– 2.45pm. The Mill, Peterchurch. Dressmaking and sewing class. Contact Mel 07972 502087. “Looking Good in the Walled Garden” – A Walk around the Walled Garden: 2pm and 3pm.The Walled Garden, Treberfydd. A walk to see and discuss what is looking good and what we are doing next, followed by tea and cake. No need to book. Contact 01874 730169. Wednesday Lunch Club: (third Wednesday of the month) Rhosgoch Golf Club. Nothing formal, just lots of happy chatter over a good lunch. Contact Wendy King 01497 851229. The Scribblers: 4.15 - 5.30pm at The Drill Hall, 25 Lion Street, Hay. Contact Sophie 01497 822620. Relaunch of Kettlercise: 6pm. Gwernyfed. Contact 07866 692710.

Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm. Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 822419 or visit Drover Cycles Facebook page for details of rides. Freestyle Fitness Yoga: 6 - 6.45pm at the Gym & Tonic Health Club Contemporary and sociable - the’ East has been taken out’, leaving us to simply explore the poses. £6. 01497 822995. Tennis Club: 6.30pm onwards at the Tennis Courts Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Relaunch of Circuit: 7pm. Gwernyfed. Contact 07866 692710. Slimming World: 7pm. Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Helen Furnell 07939 114452. Griots Arts Poetry: 7pm–9pm (Last Wednesday of the month).Tomatitos, Hay. Contact 07961 589616. Talgarth Short Mat Bowls: 7 – 9pm. The Church Hall, Talgarth. Come along to our friendly club. Beginners welcome. Contact Dulce 01874 711734 or Jill 01874 711700. Live Music @ Baskerville HallOpen Mic Acoustic Night: doors open 7pm. Music 8.30pm. Food available 7 – 9.30pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro Court. Free admission, all welcome. Contact 01497 820033. Llanigon WI: (first Wednesday of the month) meet 7pm at Llanigon Village Hall. New members are always welcome come and join us. Contact 01497 822523. Three Cocks WI: (second Wednesday of the month) meets 7pm in St. Peter’s Church Hall, Glasbury. Contact Anne Collins 01497 847370. Gwent & Powys Army Cadet Force: 7 - 9pm at Old School Bldg, Church Lane,Talgarth. Ages 12 (Yr8 High School) -18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Contact: 01873 813756.

What’s on: during the week Hay on WI: (2nd Wednesday of the month). 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. New members welcome. Contact 01497 822523. The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (Term time only) 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. We are now rehearsing Ahoy! Sing for the Mary Rose! by Alexander le Strange for the Christ College Centenary Concert in Cardiff on Friday 22nd April and Faure’s Requiem and Charpentier’s Filius Prodigus for our concert in Brecon Cathedral on Saturday 21st May at 7.30pm. Contact 01874 658332. Black Mountains Lions Club: (first & third Wednesday of the month) meets 7.45/8pm. Contact David James 01497 820227. THURSDAY Jolly Tots Stay and Play: 9 - 11am. Hay Primary School. £2 a session £1 for additional children. Come along for creative activities, play and fun! Everyone welcome.Term time only. Contact Katy 07896 361453. Free Weights Blitz: 9.15 - 10am at Gym and Tonic Health Club. All welcome - this is a great session. MELTS body fat! £6. Contact 01497 822995. Talgarth Baby and Toddler Group: 9.15 – 11am (Term time only). Talgarth Primary School (Main Hall). 50p donation for refreshments. Contact Wendy 07989 946241. Brecon and District Credit Union Collection Point: Open10am 12noon at Youth and Community Centre, Oxford Rd, Hay. Make to Measure: 10am – 12noon (Commencing 8th October). The Subud Centre, Brecon. Dressmaking and sewing class. Contact Mel 07972 502087.

Clyro Primary School Parent and Toddler Group: 2 - 3.30pm. For play, fun activities, songs and stories. 0 – 5years. Just turn up and join in! £1per session. Contact 01497 820860.

Table Tennis: 6.30 - 8.30pm at Glasbury Village Hall. Over 18s only. Please ring to check availability. Contact Malcolm Bradley 01497 831633.

Bell Bank Club (For the blind and partially sighted): 2 – 4pm. Conservative Club (the small room), Lion St, Hay. Anyone who is blind or has restricted vision is very welcome to join us for a chat, speakers, outings etc. Contact Eileen Bufton 01497 820897.

Curry & Quiz Night (Every 3rd Thursday of the month): The Baskerville Arms, Clyro. £10pp, max 5 people per team. Proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Research. Contact 01497 820670.

Brilley Patches: 2 – 4pm (every 2nd and 4th Thursday in the month). Brilley & Michaelchurch Village Hall. A patchwork and quilting group open to all abilities. Help will be available for beginners. £3 per session. Contact Phyllis Jones 01497 831535 or Trish Gilbert 01497 831735. Clyro Rainbows Guides: 4 – 5pm (Term time only) Girls aged 5–7 years: Enquiries to Ros Murphy 01497 847102. To register your daughter and to add her to the waiting list please go to https:// enquiryym.girlguiding.org.uk. 1st Eardisley Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): 4.30 - 5.30pm. Term time only. Contact eardisleyrainbows@hotmail.co.uk. Gwernyfed Ladies RFC Training: 6pm (U15’s girls) 6.30pm (U 18’s) 6.45pm (Ladies).Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Contact Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Bowling: Arrive any time between 6 and 8.30pm at Brecon Road Hay. Trigger Point Pilates OR Weight & See: 6-7pm please call the Gym & Tonic Health Club 01497 822995 for details of start dates. Stitch ‘n’ Bitch: (First Thursday of the month) 6 – 8pm.The Three Tuns, Hay. Surprise Exercise: 6.30pm. Talgarth Church Hall. Contact 07866 692710.

Hold Meditation, Healing & Open Discussion Session: 6.30 – 9pm. Talgarth Natural Healing Centre.Why not come along for a very relaxing evening. Contact 01874 713161. Talgarth WI: (first Thursday of the month) 7pm. Talgarth Library. New members always welcome! Contact Heather Summerfield 01874 711093. Ladies Netball: 7 - 8.30pm at Gwernyfed Sports Hall. Just turn up on the night for a fun, relaxed game of netball. £2 on the night. New ladies very welcome. For more details, contact Lisa Marie 01544 327716. Hay Adult Theatre Studies: 7.30 – 9.30pm. Hay Primary School. Action packed, practical, professionally led theatre workshops. All welcome, no experience needed. Sessions £7. Contact Janine Sharp 07733 055430. Art Class (any medium): 7 - 9pm at Dolls House Fun, Hay. Contact Mrs Abel 01497 821913. Qi Gong: 7 - 8.30pm at Cusop Village Hall. Small friendly group practising Qi Gong. Contact Sandy Sandaver 01497 821625. Hay-on-Wye Amnesty Group: (fourth Thursday of the month) 7-8pm, The Globe at Hay. Contact Sean O ’Donoghue 01497 821153. Talgarth and District Historical Society: (last Thursday of the month) 7.30pm at Gwernyfed Rugby Club. See local posters.

What’s on: during the week / month Hay Community Choir: 7.30 – 9pm. Hay Parish Hall. Open to everyone who enjoys singing and wants to have fun! Cost £5. Contact Fiona Evans 01982 560344. Shortmat Bowls: 7.30 - 9.30pm at Llanigon VIllage Hall. Contact Rob Williams 01497 820692. Hay Choir: 8pm. The Parish Hall, Lion Street, Hay. Singing for everyone! Visit www.haychoir.co.uk. Three Cocks Vintage Society: (second Thursday of the month) 8pm.The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact Margaret James 01874 711110. Hay Community Choir: 8 9.30pm.Term time only. Hay Parish Hall. Open to everyone who enjoys singing and wants to have fun! Cost: £4. Contact 01497 822952. Charity Quiz Night: 8.30pm at The Harp Inn, Glasbury. Contact 01497 847373. FRIDAY Beginner Pilates: 9.15 - 10am at the Gym & Tonic Health Club. Get stronger, longer, posturally correct with an expert in this field. Suitable for everyone. £6. Contact 01497 822995. Ladies Running Club: 9.30am. The Main Car Park, Hay. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Pilates Warrior: 10.15 – 11am. £6. A paced and strong Pilates & Yoga blend from movement expert Cat Lawford for advanced participants. This mixture is where the magic happens! At the Gym & Tonic health club. 01497 822995. See advert on page 23. Brecon & District Credit Union Collection Point: 11am – 1pm. Talgarth Library. Support your community bank with a savings account or a low interest loan. Contact Jan 01874 711665.

Fish & Chip Friday at The Baskerville Arms, Clyro: 12pm – 2pm. Contact 01497 820670. Parent & Child Yoga: 1.15 - 2.30pm. Booth’s Bookshop Studio, Brook St, Hay. Relax into parenthood with confidence & energy. Little ones enjoy playful yoga & gentle massage, parents stretch, relax & gain strength. Contact Georgie 07807 550653. Hay Theatre CIC - Reminiscence Workshop: 1.30 – 3.30pm. The Globe at Hay. A reminiscence group for over 65s. Contact Janine Sharp 07733 055430. Cllr.William Powell’s Advice Surgery: (first Friday of the month) 5 - 7pm at Talgarth Information and Resource Centre. Contact 07703112113. Spinning: 6pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. Contact Jo Lord 07831 609889. Barre Fusion: 6 – 6.45pm. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. A brand new Ballet Conditioning workout. Fantastic if you did ballet as a kid and miss it - OR if you want to target your Booty! £6. Contact 01497 822995. Black Lion Jazz: 8.30pm.The Old Black Lion, Lion Street, Hay. A Special guest jazz musician will join our regular performers on the last Friday of the month. Entry is free and all welcome. Contact 01497 820841. SATURDAY Table Sale: 8am – 1pm (First Saturday in the month).Talgarth Church Hall. Talgarth Rural Market: (1st Saturday in the month). 10am – 1pm. Talgarth Town Hall. Contact Jayne Phillips 07807 665285. Hay Junior Youth Theatre Club: 10.30am – 12.30pm. Cusop Village Hall, Lower Mead. Professional performance skill training for kids aged 7–11 years. £7. Contact Janine Sharp, 07733 055430.

Hay Senior Youth Theatre: 1pm – 3pm. Cusop Village Hall, Lower Mead. Fun and laughs. Professional performance skill training for ages 12-17 years. £7. Contact Janine Sharp 07733 055430. Steak Night (Last Saturday of the month): The Baskerville Arms, Clyro. The fantastic £1/ oz steak offer. Booking essential. Contact 01497 820670. SUNDAY Sunday Lego Club: 11am – 12.30pm. The Globe @ Hay. Free. Play for children of all ages (and Duplo for the smallies). Cafe open for coffee and cake! Tennis Club: 11am - 1pm at the Tennis Courts, Hay. Contact Alun Smith 07967914123. Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (fourth Sunday of the month) 3pm. Contact 01874711061. ‘Sound of the Baskervilles’–Open Mic Session: 4pm. Baskerville Arms Hotel, Clyro. Contact 01497 820670. DURING THE MONTH

Now until Sunday 15th May Hay Makers Gallery Easter Exhibition 2016: St John’s Place, Hay. Contact 01497 820556. See advert on page 34. Friday 1st April William Powell Advice Surgery: 5pm. Talgarth Tourist Information & Resource Centre. Appointments are not essential – but getting in touch in advance may be useful if the issues are complex. Contact 07703 112113. See article on page 4. Hay Chamber Music Festival 2016: 7.30pm. Mary’s Church, Hay. Richard Strauss and Tchai kovsky Sextets, Beethoven Trio. Tickets £15 from Richard Booth’s Bookshop. Contact 01497 822010.

What’s on: during the month Friday Live – Let’s Get Quizzical: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 2nd April Talgarth Rural Market: 10am – 1pm. Talgarth Town Hall. Contact Jayne Phillips 07807 665285. See advert on page 35. Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm. Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact hello@cariadslocal. co.uk. See advert on page 2. Jumble Sale: 2pm. Cusop Village Hall. In aid of Arthritis Research UK. Any donations would be gratefully appreciated. We can collect. Contact Sue 01497 821562 or 07974 296308. Hay Chamber Music Festival 2016: 4.30pm - Film, 6pm - Light Supper (£15), 7.30pm - Concert (Shostakovich, Mozart, BarchamStevens/Purcell, Beethoven. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, Hay. Film (free with concert ticket):The Face Behind the Face - Dmitri Shostakovich. Tickets £15 from Richard Booth’s Bookshop. Contact 01497 822010. Shenanigans – Afrocluster: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 2nd Sunday 3rd April Great Weekend of Adventure: Want to Canoe, Hay. Contact 01497 820604. See advert on front cover. Sunday 3rd April Hay Chamber Music Festival 2016: 3pm. St Mary’s Church, Hay. Purcell, Boyce, Handel (organ concerto), Avison. Tickets £15 from Richard Booth’s Bookshop. Contact 01497 822010.

Wednesday 6th April ACTivateYour Life (Session 1): 2 – 4pm. The Concert Hall, Bronllys Hospital. A four session programme for any adult who wants to improve their health & wellbeing. No need to book. No cost. Contact The Pain & Fatigue Management Centre 01874 712499. Women’s Walk to Run: (12 week course). 6.15pm. Gwernyfed Sports Centre. £48 for 12 or £6 per session. Contact 07831 609889. Royal Opera House – Giselle (Live): 7.15pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 11. Thursday 7th April Flicks in the Sticks presents – “The Lady in The Van”: 7.30pm. Brilley Village Hall. Cabaret seating. Bring your own refreshments. Tickets £4. Contact 01544 327227. Blogging - How to Blog Well: 8pm. Tomatitos, Lion Street, Hay. All welcome. Contact Lizzie Harper 01497 821578 or 07714 246447. Friday 8th April “Bandamania” – Spring Ceilidh with Sue Harris: 7.30pm. Eardisley Village Hall. Tickets £6, under 16s free if accompanied by an adult, available from Eardisley Village Stores or on door. Contact 01544 327841 or 01544 388868. Friday Live – Lonesome Stampede & The Linerunners: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 9th April Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07926 196714. See advert on page 18. Vintage & Antique Fayre: 10am. The Clarence Hall, Crickhowell. We support Wales Air Ambulance! Entry £1, under 16 free. Contact 07977 846509.

Local Group of the Hardy Plant Society – “Shades of Green”: 2pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Talk by Sue Russell. Sunday 10th April Llangors Country Market: 10am – 1pm. Llangors Youth & Community Centre. Local produce & crafts. Refreshments available, all welcome. Contact 01874 658257. Monday 11th April Hay Dial-a-Ride - Trip to Tretower Court and Lunch in Crickhowell: Dial-a-Ride members only. Booking essential. Contact 01497 821616 (9am – 12noon Monday to Friday only). Wednesday 13th April “Plant Propagation – An Introduction” – Workshop: Walled Garden, Treberfydd, Llangasty, Brecon. Contact 01874 730169. See advert on back cover. ACTivateYour Life (Session 2): 2 – 4pm. The Concert Hall, Bronllys Hospital. A four session programme for any adult who wants to improve their health & wellbeing. No need to book. No cost. Contact The Pain & Fatigue Management Centre 01874 712499. Friday 15th April Friday Live – Cantaloup: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 16th April Mind Body Morning: 9.15am. Gym & Tonic Health Club, Hay. Beginners Pilates, Beginners Yoga, Pilates Warrior, Advanced HOT Yoga and Hypnotherapy. Then lunch at the Granary! Booking essential. Prices from £6 for single session to £22 for the entire morning. Contact 01497 822995. See advert on page 23.

What’s on: during the month / next month Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm. Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact hello@cariadslocal. co.uk. See advert on page 2.

Thursday 21st April

Grand Pavilion Events presents “Welsh Wrestling”: 7pm. Grand Pavilion, Spa Rd, Llandrindod Wells. Contact Box Office 01597 258118. See advert and article on page 2.

Curry & Quiz Night:The Baskerville Arms, Clyro. £10pp, max 5 people per team. Proceeds to Macmillan Cancer Research. Contact 01497 820670. See advert on page 36.

Quiz Night: 7.30pm. Cusop Village Hall. £5pp. Fundraiser for Medics4Timbuktu Health Projects.To book a table contact 01497 820679. Wood Fired Pizza & Talgarth Flix in the Stix present “Bridge of Spies”: Film 7.30 for 8pm.The Bakers’Table, Talgarth Mill, The Square, Talgarth. Booking essential. £11pp. See adverts on pages 35 and 45. Shenanigans – DJ Elliott: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 16th Sunday 17th April Transition Town Hay - Introduction to Permaculture Course: Llandrindod Wells. Contact 01597 829072. See article on page 44. Tuesday 19th April U3A Hay – Glasbury Village Hall: 10.30am – Morning session: “Surrealist is Dead - Long Live Surrealism”. Entrance: £3 for members, £5 for non-members. Contact Tricia Wordley 01497 821595. See article on page 44. Wednesday 20th April

ACTivateYour Life (Session 3): 2 – 4pm. The Concert Hall, Bronllys Hospital. A four session programme for any adult who wants to improve their health & wellbeing. No need to book. No cost. Contact The Pain & Fatigue Management Centre 01874 712499.

Prize Bingo: 7 for 7.15pm. Baskerville Hall Hotel, Clyro. Free local transport can be arranged by Dial-a-Ride. Bar open. Raising money for local charities. Contact 01497 820033.

Friday 22nd April Friday Live – Moonlight Drive: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Saturday 23rd April Shenanigans – DJ Andrew Gillespie: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Sunday 24th April Bread for Beginners: 1 – 4pm. The Bakers’Table,Talgarth Mill,The Square, Talgarth. £65pp. Booking essential. See advert on page 45. Monday 25th April Royal Opera House – Lucia di Lammermoor (Live): 7.15pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop Cinema, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 11. Wednesday 27th April

Griots Poetry: 7 – 9pm.Tomatitos, Hay. Featuring guest John Paul O’Neil, founder and director of Farrago Poetry. Bring your own poems and join our poetry open mic! £5. Contact 07961 589616. See advert on page 17. Friday 29th April Friday Live – Desert Island Picks: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24. Friday 29th April Monday 2nd May Talgarth Walking Festival: Come and walk on and around The Black Mountains. Visit www. talgarthwalkingfestival.org. See advert and article on page 27. Saturday 30th April Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm. Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. Sellers from mid-day, buyers from 1pm. £6 per car, £10 per van. No booking required. Contact hello@cariadslocal. co.uk. See advert on page 2. Steak Night: The Baskerville Arms, Clyro.The fantastic £1/oz steak offer. Booking essential. Contact 01497 820670. See advert on page 36. Shenanigans – Weirdo’s Night 2: The Globe@Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 24.

ACTivateYour Life (Session 4): 2 – 4pm. The Concert Hall, Bronllys Hospital. A four session programme for any adult who wants to improve their health & wellbeing. No need to book. No cost. Contact The Pain & Fatigue Management Centre 01874 712499.

Saturday 30th April & Sunday 1st May

Glasbury Get-Together Club: 2.30 – 4.30pm. Glasbury Village Hall. Guest speaker - John Parry. Raffle and tea & biscuits. Contact Gloria 01497 847726 or Judith 01497 847274. See article on page 41.

Howey Hedgehog Rescue Visit: 11am – 3pm.The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Free to attend – no booking required. Contact 01497 847055. See advert on page 9.

Grand Pavilion Events presents “Food & Beer Festival”: Grand Pavilion, Spa Rd, Llandrindod Wells. Free. Contact 01597 258118. See advert and article on page 2. Saturday 7th May

FOR SALE SINGLE TEMPUR MATTRESS.Class I, complete with cover, made in Denmark, as new condition. Gives amazing comfort and support. Originally cost £990, offers above £200. Buyer collects. 01874 623545. SCHOLL COLOURPOP FOOT SPA. As new, complete with massage roller, pumice stone etc. Originally cost £29.99. Bargain at £14 only. 01874 623545. OIL FIRED RAYBURN NOUVELLE. In excellent condition. Dark blue with stainless steel lids. £650 ono. 01982 560338. BEANSTALK FOLDING HIGH CHAIR. 5 point harness. Yellow gingham, plastic cover. Exc condition used as spare for grandchild - £18. 01874 711454. POURING PITCHERS WATER FEATURE. Cost £140 accept £45. 01874 711454. IFOR WILLIAMS. 8’X5’ STOCK BOX. Twin Axle, suitable for refurbishment. Offers. 01982 570 383. LARGE TP METAL CLIMBING FRAME. With 2 swings and a slide. Good second-hand condition.

Cost £500 new, will sell for £95. Buyer collects. 01497 821750. 2 & 3 SEATER SETTEE FROM DFS. Brown corduroy material. Modern design. Very comfy. Excellent condition. Can send images on request. £200 ono. 07971 446632. MINI COUNTRYMAN,ALL4 (4X4), 2011. (11 reg). 40,000 miles, 1.6L, black, one lady owner from new, full Mini service history, Sat Nav, full leather interior, 12 months MOT. £10,000 ono. 01544 327716.

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