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Regular features Fun Quiz Page 6
Wayne David MP Hi all,
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It’s time to raise a glass to celebrate another milestone at Local View Towers At least I will raising one even if no one else does!
Working from home
You are reading the 72nd editorial which obvious means the end of our sixth year of trading.
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My original Accountant said it would never work and lots of friends and former colleagues thought Publishing was a strange career choice.
Dr Roger’s Gardening Surgery
I must admit there have been some scary moments alone the way and plenty of sleepless nights but I am in the same boat as all the small business owners who have supported the magazine over the years.
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The journey can be bumpy but at the same time has been highly enjoyable.
What’s on in Caerphilly
I have worked with over 300 businesses throughout Caerphilly Borough and countless good causes and I hope to work with even more in the Year’s ahead.
The Legal Eagle
Sorry if I seem self - congratulatory but I am feeling rather pleased with life!
Thought for the Month
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Best Wishes Paul Published by: Local View Advertising Limited Company Number: 5717569 Registered in England & Wales VAT registration number: 935 9733 80 Editor: Paul Adamson Business Address: 2 Kidwelly Court, Caerphilly, CF83 2TY Contact Details: Tel: 02920 880378 / 07737 610177 Email: paul@mylocalview.co.uk Web: http://www.mylocalview.co.uk While every care has been taken to ensure that the data contained in this document is accurate, neither the publisher nor its editorial contributors can accept, and hereby disclaim, any liability to any party for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause.
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Fun Quiz
The Alphabet 1. Which two letters of the alphabet have a “tittle” when written in lower case, but not when written in upper case? 2. Which month of the year features in the NATO phonetic alphabet? 3. Which Dutch airline is known by three consecutive letters of the alphabet? 4. Which European country's version of Scrabble is the only version where the letter "z" is worth just one point? 5. What is the total number of raised and levelled dots used in braille to represent a single letter of the alphabet? 6. What is the first letter of the Greek alphabet to have a name in English that doesn't end in "a"? 7. What is the only letter in the alphabet that has more than one syllable when spoken? 8. A circumflex is a symbol used to mark a long vowel in a number of languages, including French and Welsh. This symbol takes the form of an upside down version of which letter of the English alphabet? 9. On a standard UK keyboard, the key with a colon and semi-colon is immediately to the right of a key that features which letter of the alphabet? 10. Which two rivers in Britain have names that sound like letters that are next to each other in the alphabet? Answers on page 35
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Caerphilly events update
Hi all, The office is getting busy as our first events kick off on 1st March with 4 town centre St David’s Day celebration concerts. This is the first time we’ve staged St David’s Day events so next month we’ll report back on how they went! The end of March sees Bargoed host its increasingly popular ‘Open Air Cinema’. Experience outdoor viewing at Bargoed Emporium Car Park on the 30th March - 7.30pm where you will have a chance to see Alvin and the Chipmunks - Chipwrecked!!!! This seems to have gone down very well already with many families telling us they will be coming along. Bring your deckchairs, wrap up warm and don’t forget the popcorn! The following day on Saturday 31st March from 10am until 4pm, Bargoed Emporium Car Park will be transformed into a Spring Fayre. There will be plenty to see and do with craft stalls, Punch & Judy, street entertainers, circus skills workshops and face painting. We are very excited to be organising special events this year to commemorate the Titanic 100th anniversary. Opening on Good Friday, 6th April 2012 an exhibition in The Winding House, New Tredegar will feature Artie Moore from Gelligroes Mill - who received RMS Titanic’s SOS call on his home-made radio receiver. The new exhibition will also explore the story of Titanic and some local links in this 100th anniversary year of her sinking, as well as focusing on life in South Wales at the turn of the century. The Winding House is urging anyone with relevant objects or images dating from the 1890’s to 1914 to get in touch with The Winding House on 01443 822666 - this exhibition will run for the rest of the year.
a special event radio station at Gelligroes Mill to recreate the famous moment when Artie Moore picked up the first message of the sinking of the Titanic....the message that noone believed!!! We’ll keep you posted with more information. Photo contribution - Mr Glyn Jones The ‘What’s On - Spring Summer’ Guide will be out in shops, cafes and other retail outlets from 19th March. Look out for a copy or call into The Visit Caerphilly Centre to What’s On Spring/ Summer 2012 pick up a copy. You can in the County Borough of Caerphilly also download it from visitcaerphilly.com. This spring and summer has over 75 events to keep you occupied throughout the county borough of Caerphilly! www.caerphilly.gov.uk/events
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Wayne David - MP for Caerphilly
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Among Others from Caerphilly who we introduced you to in a recent issue has wowed the judging panel of the UK’s biggest original music competition and sailed through the audition stage of Live and Unsigned. Among others will be competing against the most talented bands and artists in the country at the Regional Final Showcase of Live and Unsigned 2012 – all in a bid to make the Grand Final at The O2! Among Others battled against hundreds of auditionees to secure a spot in the live shows. Acts that made it through auditions will now take part in a live Regional Final Showcase in front of hundreds of spectators.
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Caerphilly Miners Centre Campaign
Celebrating Wales’ newest charity Caerphilly Miners Centre for the Community is celebrating becoming a registered charity in February.
Meanwhile Caerphilly Miners is pressing on with the drive to attract new members, volunteers prepared to offer their time, and residents willing to pledge their support for the project.
This is another positive step in our campaign to take over the Beeches (the original building of the Caerphilly Miners Hospital) as a community social enterprise.
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It gives us access to new sources of funding and makes every penny we raise go further. The project has ambitious plans to create opportunities for training, learning and volunteering and day respite care, working with others and serving all parts of the community. Its partner, United Welsh Housing Association, is committed to lease the building to the project, providing that funding for the refurbishment is awarded in July.
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Dr Roger’s Gardening Surgery
Time for some Garden cut backs! Well spring comes marching in – and we need to be marching out, into our gardens. There is so much we can do in March – we could easily create a ‘Local view gardening supplement’, so I had to chose 1 main job to cover in this months edition … I want to encourage you get out your Secateurs and do some cutting back - particularly Roses Pruning does more than just tidy up plants; if you do it now, you can • Encourage more flowers (This is true for most summer flowering plants like Roses) • Encourage fresh, bushy new growth – instead of ‘leggy’ thin twigs • Cut out diseased / dead wood and encourage healthy growth
For Roses, it is important to do this pruning now to achieve all the above – especially all those rich summer flowers. So how to prune? You may have to be cruel to be kind – Roses can be cut back by at least 50% at this time of year, so don’t
be shy – Our Roses are about 1 metre high, and will only be about 25 cms (1 foot) high by the time I have finished with them!
If you look down the stems you should see some tiny little buds on the bark – make your cut about 5-10mm above the bud, and by next month you should be able to see the bud bursting into life with a strong new shoot.
The last part of the pruning job is to feed the plant – pruning encourages new growth and flowers, and some Fertilizer sprinkled around the base of the plant at the same time will help enormously. My favourites are Toprose (great on most flowering plants), or Vitax Q4. Both are available in most garden centres and will go on feeding for months …right up to the time when you start picking your first summer flowers …. For more info – contact me at apairofcrookes@lcsuk.net Tel: 02920 864730 www.youtube.com/user/ rogthegardener1
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Jeff Cuthbert A.M. for Caerphilly
As 2012 is the United Nations International Year of Co-operatives, I felt that it would be very appropriate to focus my contribution this month on the role of co-operatives in the Welsh economy. In particular, I want to look at the many benefits of credit unions. Credit unions are financial co-operatives that are owned and controlled by their members, making them much more similar to the old, mutually-owned building societies rather than a typical, commercially-run high street bank. Their first priority is their members, not shareholders. There are two credit unions at work serving local communities in the Caerphilly constituency – Smart Money, based in Caerphilly town; and the Bargoed, Aberbargoed and Gilfach Credit Union based further up the Rhymney Valley. Both are owned and managed by their members, and provide savings and easy-access, low-cost loans – especially to vulnerable people who may not be able to obtain ordinary bank accounts. This is particularly important given the worrying (and growing) trend of people borrowing money from loan sharks to make ends meet. Some loan sharks operate outside the law and often prey on the most vulnerable people in society, including the unemployed and single-parent families.
April 2012 deadline is Wednesday 21st March
To help combat these criminals, the Welsh Government has provided £62,000 of funding to organisations like credit unions to tackle the problem of illegal money lenders. Credit unions have become popular in recent years as many people have seen them as more reliable, safer and customer-focused than high street banks during the turmoil of the global financial crisis. Co-operative credit unions have a long tradition in Wales although they are much more common in other countries – in Ireland, for example, one in two people is a member! There is no reason why Wales cannot be an international leader for the co-operative movement. Our Valleys communities have a strong tradition of cooperation and mutualism, and credit unions are an important part of that. I would urge you to find out more about your local credit union. Jeff Cuthbert A.M. Bargoed YMCA, Aeron Place, Gilfach, Bargoed CF81 8JA Tel: 01443 838542.
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Going to the airport? Why not let somebody else do the driving so you don’t have to worry about leaving your car and paying extortionate car park charges. Based in Caerphilly, Local Shuttle Services can supply a large executive car that can carry up to 4 adults with luggage at a competitive price. In fact, wherever you want to go, our executive car service will make your journey a pleasant one. You can trust us to get you there and back safe and sound.
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SUNDAY 25TH MARCH 2012 Our first ever Rural Wedding Fayre, showcasing our beautiful rural venue, local wedding specialists & artisan producers for your perfect day.
Featuring…... • GarethHuwPhotography • Nest Vintage • BakedbyMel LoveDubWeddings The Illustrated Seed Co. • Iconic Hair Boutique • •
Doors open @ 11am until 3pm Entry is free & our café will be serving delicious local produce.
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April 2012 deadline is Wednesday 21st March
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To advertise contact Paul: E: paul@mylocalview.co.uk T: 029 2088 0378 M: 07737 610177
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Event Guide
Regular Events Bedwas Bridge Club, Venue: Bedwas Community Education Centre, Newport Road, Bedwas. CF83 8BT. Entrance at rear of Workmen’s Hall. Every Thursday 7.00 until 9.30 pm There’s a warm welcome to all, £1 includes tea/coffee. Come with or without a Bridge partner. Tuition can be given to beginners if required. Contact Lynda on 02920 868137 for more info. Indoor Bowling (Short Mat) Venue: St. Catherine’s Church Mill Road, Caerphilly. The Parish of Caerphilly Bowls Club. Would you like to play Indoor Bowls (Short Mat)? Come and give it a try, all welcome! Please phone Larry on 029 2088 6512 for further information and times.
Creative English Class Venue: St Martin’s Church Hall Park Lane, Caerphilly between 1pm - 2.40pm every Thursday. The cost is just £10 for the whole Year. Please contact Lynda Nash in 07752 508518 or email nashlynda@gmail.com
March 2012
Van over 50’s Club Cole Court, Mornington Meadows We meet every Wednesday between 12.30 - 4.30pm. Bingo and other prize games as well as Tea, Coffee and Biscuits. We also arrange outside Daytrips. Direct bus from Caerphilly Bus Station. Come along and meet us and receive a warm welcome. Contact Jean Cook, Treasurer on 02920 889627 Bedwas & Trethomas over 50’s Wednesday Club Venue: Bedwas & Trethomas Community Hall - Entrance rear of Workmens Hall every Wednesday Time: 1pm to 4pm Bingo Tea/Coffee/Biscuits Day Trips arranged - Come Along and have a look. A warm welcome to those that do. You can contact our Secretary Brian Wyegold on 07932 915960
Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust presents A GRAND HARP CONCERT Date: Wednesday April 4th Time: 7pm Venue: Great Hall, Caerphilly Castle. Featuring International Harpist CATRIN FINCH. Also taking part are students from the Royal College and local schoolchildren. Tickets £12.50 Concessions £8.00 Children under 16 £5.00 Available from Miriam Rodrigues 47 Talygarn Street, Cardiff. CF14 3PS Please make cheques payable to Ruperra Castle Preservation Trust and send SAE for tickets. Queries 01656 741622
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Civil Service Retirement Fellowship Date: Tuesday 13 March 2012 Time: 10:15am Venue: Windsor Road Church, Windsor St, Caerphilly. CF83 1FW Talk about Diamond Hearing Services given by Jamie Philp Also advance notice: April: The Newport Transporter Bridge Past and PresentA talk by Mrs Anne Gatehouse
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Civil Service Retirement Fellowship Venue: Windsor Road Church, Windsor St, Caerphilly, CF83 1FW Second Tuesday of every month Time: 10:15am Cost £1.50 per person All Civil Service Pensioners and their partners and friends are welcome for a chat and refreshments. Speakers or other activities are also included.
April 2012
Mask Making workshop Date : 17 March 2012 Time : 1200 Venue : Parc Penallta Drop in to the education centre and make a mask any time between 12:00 and 4pm. For more information ring 01443 816853. For further details please telephone Country & Landscape Service on 01495 235219 Mother’s Day Sale DATE: Saturday 17th March 2012 Venue: Bedwas O.A.P. Hall, St. Mary Street, Bedwas Time: 11. am. Admission 25p. Come and buy your gifts for Mother’s Day. Jewellery, toiletries, gifts of all kinds. Cake stall, raffles, books, bric-a-brac etc. Refreshment available. Come and get a bargain, and support our Bedwas OAP. club.
Machen Rural Market Date: 31 March 2012 Time: 10am – 2pm Venue: Fwrrwm Ishta Car Park, Machen Come along to the next Machen rural market. Stalls include locally sourced food produce, arts and crafts, wood products and more. Refreshments and meals will be available in the Fwrrwm Ishta. Organised by CALON – Community Action and Learning Opportunities Network. To find out more contact Andrew on 01633 440570 or go to our website: www.calon.org.uk
April 2012 deadline is Wednesday 21st March
Community Notice
Upcoming events at Rudry Parish Hall, your beautiful Rural Venue! The Players Theatre are bringing Dylan Thomas’s Under Milk Wood on the 3rd March 2012, tickets are £8 each (£5 concession) and call 01443 833440 for tickets. Our beautiful hall is also available to hire for meetings, children’s birthdays, parties, weddings and more, contact us on 07773 222625 for more information.
Notice | Smallprint My Local View have listed the above events in good faith but cannot accept responsibility for inaccuracies, changes to the event or cancellations. Please check details and prices, if applicable, with the organisers before attending the event. To advertise your community event please email the details to paul@mylocalview.co.uk or call 029 20880378. Important Notice: Please follow the exact format shown on this page for inclusion.
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trainers & tiaras girls night out!
Midnight Charity Walk
Cardiff Bay 28th April 2012 Swansea, LC Centre 12th May 2012 Download your Registration pack at www.thejoshuafoundation.co.uk and receive a T-shirt, bacon butty and a glass of bubbly! To find out more call: 02920 667 271
Come on girls! Take to the streets around Cardiff and Swansea for an 10 mile (approx) sponsored walk in aid of The Joshua Foundation Childrens Cancer Charity April 2012 deadline is Wednesday 21st March
Charity Registration No. 1072365 Tel: 02920 667 271
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“I’m in pain!” “Can chiropractic help me?”
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Why make an appointment? General Foot Advice, Thick Nails, Fungal Nail Infections, Corns, Callous, Verrucae, Chronic Sporting Injuries, Heel Pain, Plantar Fasciitis, Orthotic Therapy, Ingrown Toenails. For further information contact keith_thomas_podiatry@hotmail.com
To book an appointment at Lewis Opticians Caerphilly, ring (029) 20888100 For a Home Visit in the South Wales area, ring Keith on 07891 396923
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We believe the answer can be found in a complete consultation and examination here at Bedwas Family Chiropractic. These symptoms are some of the DANGER SIGNALS: • Low back pain/sciatica • Neck pain/headaches • Pain/numbness in the arms or legs • Pain between the shoulder blades • Joint pains If you are experiencing any of these symptoms simply call our clinic TODAY for an appointment.
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Is law the career path for you?
Making a decision as to what degree to study is one of the hardest choices, that is if your preferred career path is further and higher education. If you are at the stage where you feel that law interests you, you may be surprised to note that you are one of many. The United Kingdom is in fact one of the most popular destinations to study law, and thereafter practice. Why? We ask. Our legal system was in fact transported across continents and arguably it could be said that it was imposed in Canada, USA, West Indies and New Zealand, but to name a few. This adoption by these countries meant that their legal systems were based and do in fact continue to be based upon the legal process what is called ‘common law’.
It can be seen that some Countries have developed their own rules and case law as time has passed. However, the recognition of the English Law Degree is well recognised not only in the United Kingdom, but also far a-field. So, if you are thinking of the best institutions as where to study, it is well advised to research the various Universities. Article provided by Anne-Marie Hamer Messrs Evans and Greaves Solicitors www.twitter.com/evansandgreaves www.evansandgreaves.co.uk
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Thought for the Month
The power of a nations dream! Something stuck me the other day as I was reading a book, the author happened to mention JF Kennedy and the ‘space race’ of the 1960’s - when JFK announced the American dream to land a man on the moon, it caught the imagination of a generation. Now – we could quite possibly point out that the space race was a huge waste of money and at first glance that may well be the case. We didn’t discover oil on the moon, or some new amazing source of energy. We did I am sure discover all sorts of new technologies, and engineering skills which will still help us for years to come. But I think, most importantly, the people of America, were caught up in a sense of adventure, excitement, destiny and determination – they worked hard to see their nations dream fulfilled. Factory workers made an extra effort, farmers pushed up production, mothers and teachers were grooming a future generation for a country they were proud of … and that I suspect is the key – They were proud if their country. How do they, and we, feel about our countries Now? Are we proud? Do we sense adventure, excitement, destiny and determination?
Thinking about it – I guess that the 2nd world war was our ‘finest hour’. We were again united and determined by a shared vision, led by a slightly less glamorous, but equally inspiring, leader in the rotund shape of Mr Winston Churchill. The Bible says in Proverbs 29:18, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” I hear lots of politicians churning out ‘visions’ backed up by pages of policies, but somehow it goes over my head, and nowhere near my heart … and you know what?... I feel like we want a vision, that there is a battle to be won, that we could ‘make do and mend’ our nation. Any other dreamers out there?
Roger Crookes - rogercrookes@lcsuk.net
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Local residents determined to raise a million!
Jamie Pritchard and Louise Kirton are residents of Caerphilly who have decided to take on the immense challenge of raising a million pounds to donate to charity. They say “We both feel strongly about fundraising and charities. We have both worked, donated and raised funds for charities for many years. The idea of asking a million people for just £1 doesn’t seem out of reach. The million raised will then be split four ways and quarter of a million will go to each charity”. Autism Cymru – Helping to shape the future of individuals with Autism and their families through policy, education and training. Princes Trust - is a youth charity that helps change young lives. Putting them through a range of programs to help them upskill. Ty Hafan - Offering comfort, care and support to lifelimited children, young people and their families
Louise says “I’m a single mum of 2 and know that if someone were to ask me for just £1 towards a charity, I would give, both my daughters have given £1 each out of their pocket money to start off the cause”. Jamie says “We’re determined to work tirelessly to achieve our aim, no matter how rich or poor, if a million people give up the price of just a cup of tea, the target can be reached”. We are appealing for sponsors to support us in our venture, anything that can be done to help would be very much appreciated. Please contact either Louise (07854 726159) or Jamie (07854 348033) or email stamtram@hotmail.co.uk to offer your support.
Four Paws – A small independent charity who try to help any animals in need, those that are unwanted or in danger We intend on travelling throughout Wales from Mid April to November, starting at starting at Caerphilly with an event at Virginia park golf club on 24th March at 7pm, £5 per ticket then spending a day at different locations collecting and spreading the word about the charities.
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History of Llanbradach Bowling Club
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Llanbradach Bowls Club was established in 1901.We have been looking at the history of the club and this month the focus is on the years 1930 - 1934. 1930 - Llanbradach was to have the first children’s park under the Miners Welfare fund it was regarded as a model for all Wales parks. 1931 - Welsh Singles Champion! Despite the adverse weather conditions that had occasioned postponement of play during the opening week, the final tie in the nineteenth annual tournament organised by the Dinas Powis Bowling Club was decided on Saturday and the distinction of being declared Welsh Singles Champion for the season was gained by Mr W.H Harris (Llanbradach). No empty honour this even though the successful finalist is a player of international standing. Extended by worthy players, Mr Harris was at his best in the semi final stage and so outstanding in character was the play in his test with Mr. G. William that the game was referred to by Sir T.P. Thomas and Mr D.J Williams (president of the Welsh Bowling Association) as having been unsurpassed in any tournament brought under notice. 1932 - Club down to 42 members, most paid £1.00 membership others paid 10/- and 5/-. The financial position at bank: Cash in Bank £6.18/- Cash in Hand £4-1-6d
Ladies committee presented a tea service to the club. Mr Chappels’ contract for green advice was terminated for not complying with his promise. His fee of £20 was withheld and put aside for green maintenance. 1934 - C Palmer and L Dowling appeared before the Welfare Hall committee with regard to the £4.4/- total bill which represented £2.2/- lighting bill per annum.. They told the committee that in 1932 and 1933 they had not used electricity in so much as the table tennis team had not played for 2 years. It was resolved that the club pay £2.2/- in full settlement and not the £4.4/- due. A Press report headed by the title “Clever Bowls Player” it was stated that Llanbradach produces good cricketers it also produces good bowlers too, for instance the Cardiff and District Private Green Cup ( The Cratchley Bowl) has been won by T J Head for the second year in succession. Mr Head is an extremely good player and in addition to the PG cup, has won the club Championship cup. He relinquishes Captaincy after 10 years If you are interested in joining the club, please see our advert below.
Llanbradach Bowling Club’s private Function room is available for private hire for just £30.00*
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Join our social club for just £5 a year
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Spooky goings on at the Indoor Market
Caerphilly Indoor Market originally opened in 1929 and many people still have fond memories of the market of their youth. Also, a number of the female traders are However, after closing at the turn looking to raise money for charity by spending of the millennium, the market was the night of Sunday, 4th March in the Indoor reopened by brothers Alan and Dave Market. Prosser along with a hard-working team of stall-holders. With an eclectic selection of indoor shops, and a central square that can hold a number of table top sales, the market is officially celebrating its first anniversary on Saturday, 3rd March. There will be live music, cheer-leaders, face-painting, and other activities on this day so come along for the fun.
Many traders report strange experiences, and recordings by tape and camcorder suggest spooky goings-on. Help us raise money for Toms Dream by sponsoring these plucky girls in Caerphilly’s own version of Most Haunted – whoooooh!.
For more information contact mail@caerphillyindoor-market.com or look on the web-site: http://www.caerphilly-indoor-market.com.
The market is also fund-raising for ‘Toms Dream’ and Dave has bravely agreed to raise sponsorship by having his beard and moustache shaved off with a cut-throat razor! Sweeney Todd, eat your heart out!
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Gas Gold Always keeping you warm....
Early Bird Offers Servicing from only £40
Bathrooms from design to completion. Visit our partner’s large showroom. All aspects of Gas & Plumbing work undertaken. We also specialise in under floor heating. Boilers supplied and fitted. 5 years parts and labour on selected boilers.
Great deals on Combi Boiler Installations
Finance now available on Boilers and Bathrooms. Terms and conditions apply. We also install or replace showers, taps, washing machines, dishwashers, sinks etc. at affordable prices.
Contact James today for a fast, efficient service 07929 737404 or 02920 885586
Mogz ‘n’ dogz Pet Transport Service Need to get your Pet to:
Vet / Groomers / Kennels / Cattery etc. We will do it for you! Quick, Friendly and reliable service.
Call Natasha & Sharon on 07926 846573 mogzndogz@gmail.com
Guitar & Bass Lessons with RR Music Tuition
For more information or to sign up today, please contact Richard:
Mobile: 07961 688577 E-Mail: rrmusictuition@hotmail.co.uk
( Based in Trethomas ) To advertise contact Paul: E: paul@mylocalview.co.uk T: 029 2088 0378 M: 07737 610177