Local Beacon May 2014 / Issue 57

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May 2014 • Issue 57

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Welcome

The community magazine encouraging local residents to use what’s on their doorstep

To issue 57 for the month of May. This issue we have an array of wonderful articles, covering a wide spectrum of topics: a Plant Fair at Treberfydd House; PFS move to new grounds; a local antiques and collectables valuation event; a Public Open Day to see how you can get involved with local wildlife recording using the BIS new website tools; Hay Festival share their highlights with us; local photographer who has specialised in photographing trees and woodlands to produce unique artworks; ‘Cake Break’ in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society; Toddler Toys that can be made from household items; Bishop’s Meadow Service Station & Shop has reopened ... And this doesn’t even include our regular features!

For the town of Brecon Goosepool Cottage, Winforton, Herefordshire HR3 6EB T: 01544 327716 M: 07971 446632 E: lisamarie@localbeacon.co.uk

May Competition Those lovely people at Hay Festival have very kindly given us 4 tickets for a family event at the Festival to the winner of this months Word Search. Have a look at their full programme at Hayfestival.org Please complete the wordsearch on page 23 and send to us by 16th May 2014.The winner will be picked at random.

Yet again we have added a new feature to the Local Beacon, another task ticked off those all important Feedback Forms. This month we bring to you a Village Focus Page – Llaneglwys being the subject for May, turn to page 39. If you would like us to feature your village in a future issue of the Local Beacon, please give Lynda a call on 07775 898432 or email her on advertising@localbeacon.co.uk

Winner of April Competition: J Collins, Brecon After all the disappointment ... the Car Boots are back on!

Wye Local Car Boot Sales 2014

Please turn to page 43 for exciting news about our Car Boot Sales held at Hay on Wye Primary School, we’ve had a change of heart!

7 Jun • 5 Jul • 2 Aug • 6 Sep

Our what’s on section continues to grow, take a look at the many weekly classes and also the one off events throughout the month. If you run a local Parent and Toddler Group, please do get in touch with us to list you for free.

1st Saturday of each month

at Hay-on-Wye Primary School (Sat Nav HR3 5BT)

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Copy date for our June issue is 14th May. Local Beacon cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies in advertisements nor for any consequences arising from this. Local Beacon cannot be held responsible for damage or loss of copy or error in printing. All artwork used in Local Beacon must not be published in any other media without permission from Local Beacon. Opinions expressed by contributors or advertisers are not necessarily those of the publisher. Other publications must not canvas advertisers from Local Beacon.

My goal this year was to make the Local Beacon a more unique and interesting read, based on the above and new articles planned for the future – I feel that goal is getting closer. This is of course down to my lovely team, mainly ladies with one gent to keep us on track!

Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x

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As well as producing the Local Beacon we also produce a similar publication for the Talgarth and Hay on Wye area. It’s called Wye Local. Just like this magazine the aim is to support local businesses and services.The good news is, if you are unable to pick up your copy of the Wye Local in the local catchment area, you can view it on our website from the beginning of each month.

Some of the many topics included in Wye Local, May issue: • News from Timbuktu • The Bridge End Inn,Talgarth food review • Windows XP end of life advice and pointers • Herbfarmacy Pop Up Shop • Summer barbecue and wine tasting evening at Old Railway Line Nursery • 6 pages of event listings ... And much much more!

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News from Kirsty Williams MP The news is often filled with stories related to our aging population and the challenges it poses to society, and I had it brought into sharp focus on a recent visit to a dementia café.

Dementia is a term often used to describe the symptoms of over 100 different individual medical conditions that affect the chemistry of the brain.

It covers familiar conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease through to less well known diseases such as Korsakoff ’s syndrome and Binswangers disease.

A diagnosis of dementia can be a frightening and upsetting time, both for the individual and for friends and family. When someone is diagnosed with dementia, they should be encouraged to remain as independent as possible and continue to enjoy their usual activities and occupations, but there is a huge amount of advice and support available for planning for later stages of the condition. Considering the future can allay fears and worries both for sufferers and for family members.

One great service that is coordinated by the Alzheimer’s society is the Dementia Café. Dementia

Cafés provide a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for people with dementia and their carers to socialise.

Led by qualified specialists and supported by local volunteers, these regular social groups improve wellbeing and reduce isolation for whole families. As well offering a range of fun and engaging activities, Dementia Cafés give both carers and people with dementia a chance to get information and advice and talk to others with similar problems.

Understandably, lots of stories you will have heard about dementia, whether it be in the news or through friends or relatives, concentrate on patients. All too often we don’t hear enough about the stories of carers who need support and care as well. Dementia cafés are a great way of carers being able to meet each other in a supportive environment where they can share stories and experiences and speak to people who understand exactly what they are going through.

More information, advice and support about dementia can be obtained from the Alzheimer’s society either at www.alzheimers.org.uk or by calling 0300 222 11 22.

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This is the fourth Brecon Plant Fair. It is to be held on Saturday 17th May and this year it is in aid of SSAFA, the Military Charity that supplies lifelong support for our forces and their families, and Brecon Cathedral.

It will be held at Treberfydd (pictured above) by kind invitation of Carla and David Raikes.

The plants on offer will be perennials, shrubs and trees, white and silver plants, as well as annuals, vegetable plants, herbs, houseplants, produce and a white elephant stall.There will also be coffee, homemade light lunches and a wine bar. The hosts, Carla and David, will give guided tours of the Grade 1 Listed Gothic Revival house, on the hour from 11 o’clock.The adjacent Walled Garden Nursery, run by Alison Sparshatt, which has recently been revitalized is another interesting place to visit and where you will also be able to buy plants. Carla, David and Alison will be giving a percentage to the Charities.

There are also two small art exhibitions, one in the conservatory of the house and the second in the walled garden. Last but not least, Army Cadets will be on hand to barrow purchases to cars!

Please note that there will be an entrance fee of £2.50 (children free) and an additional charge for house tours.

The joint organisers Sue Reeves and Lorraine Lewis said, “We are very pleased that we can help SSAFA and Brecon Cathedral by having this plant fair. We are also most grateful to Carla and David for letting us borrow their grounds and house for this event.”

65 Years Experience in the Building Trade

BRECON PLANT FAIR SATURDAY 17TH MAY 10.30am – 2.30pm TREBERFYDD HOUSE

LLANGASTY, NR BRECON, LD3 7PX By kind invitation of Mr and Mrs David Raikes IN AID OF BRECON CATHEDRAL AND SSAFA All sorts of Plants and Produce COFFEE • LIGHT LUNCHES • WINE BAR ADMISSION £2.50 CHILDREN FREE Guided tours of Treberfydd, a Grade 1 Listed Gothic Revival House (extra charge) and Visit the recently revitalised plant nursery in The Walled Garden.

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“Family disputes that are resolved through mediation are cheaper, quicker and, according to academic research, less acrimonious than those that are settled through the courts.” National Audit Office At a time when family finances are often under pressure and have to be divided, mediation is far cheaper and less time consuming than going through the court system.

Family Mediation can be used in a wide variety of circumstances, for example: Contact and residence issues Financial provision disputes Maintenance claims Issues between grandparents and parents Post divorce issues relating to the family Contact Joanne Deveney to discuss how Amity Mediation can help you Amity Mediation Limited, 12 The Bulwark, Brecon LD3 7AD Tel: 01874 624927 Mob: 07539 369000 Email: info@amitymediation.co.uk Web: amitymediation.co.uk

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GARDENFEATURE

BRECON

MAGNOLIA

Planting – At the Walled Garden we are really thinking about creating structure through the seasons with trees and shrubs as the backdrop to the perennial planting that will follow.

Thursdays 7pm St Davids Hall, Beilihelig Road, Llanfaes

Tel: Shelly 01874 622846 or 07980 259638

From April to June we will see magnolia, lilac and fruit trees in blossom. Sour fruits, Morello cherries, gooseberries and currants will be planted in the shade of the North facing wall.

These can then be underplanted with shade loving plants that will draw attention to themselves and lighten the darker spaces. We will also plant strong edible landscaping plants such as Orach, Angelica, Cardoons and Fennel to add height and drama to the flower beds.

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Article, plants and images supplied by Walled Garden Treberfydd, Llangasty, LD3 7PX. Plant nursery open daily 01874 730169 www.walledgardentreberfydd.com

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Property Law and Commercial Specialist Buying and Selling Property Acquisition of Land Business Sales & Purchases Commercial Leases Probate Wills JAneT TiMOThy, Partner, specialises in all matters concerning land including the buying and selling of houses, land, businesses, commercial property and commercial Leases. Janet also has extensive experience in Probate and Wills.The firm promotes dealing with clients directly on a one to one basis without any legal jargon.

“I know myself how frustrating it is not to have phone calls returned or not to be able to speak to the person you need to, so we put our clients first by making ourselves easily accessible.We give out direct phone numbers and email addresses in order that we can deal with any queries as quickly and efficiently as possible to, hopefully, ease what is already a stressful process. We know that the modern business is not constrained by traditional office hours and 9 to 5 doesn’t always suit business clients.”

Family Law Specialist Divorce MOD Pensions Finances after divorce Separation Agreements Children’s Matters to include Residence, Contact, Adoption and representation of Grandparents.

Pre-nuptial Agreements Cohabitation Disputes/Agreements GiLL MARTin specialises in all areas of Family law and is accredited by the Law Society as a Family Law specialist. She is also a member of Resolution which promotes a constructive and non adversarial approach to family matters. Gill is based in our Brecon office, please contact her for an initial consultation. “ My aim is to provide a specialist legal service to those facing divorce, separation or disputes concerning children. I offer a personal, professional service which supports the emotional as well as legal needs of my client.Whilst it is always best to try and resolve matters, I adopt a tough approach when my client’s interests are at stake.”

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PFS in new site Elwyn started Price’s Engineering in Tretower in 1990. He and Michelle started PFS in 1996.

With three employees they moved to the new site at Ffrwdgrech to give them more space to show off what they sell. Many will be surprised to know that they sell Quads and Trailers as well as garden machinery. Not only do they give advice on the best purchases but are also able to service all machines.

Customers are often finding that PFS are cheaper than many of the larger multi-national companies and can give a more individual tailored service.

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Savings & Investment Planning • Retirement Planning • Protection Planning • Inheritance Tax Planning

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Antiques and collectables valuation events An antiques and collectables valuation event will be taking place in your area. The experts of Lockdales Auctioneers will be providing free valuations on Wednesday 14th May between 10am to 3pm at The Castle Hotel, Castle Square, Brecon, Powys, LD3 9DB (free parking subject to availability) There will be experts providing valuations on the following types of collectables: Coins (including British & World, sovereigns, Krugerrands, Royal Mint commemoratives & proof sets), stamps, banknotes, medals & militaria, antiques, clocks, watches, jewellery, gold, silver, pre-1900 documents/books & maps, cigarette-cards, postcards, pre-1960 sporting programmes & tickets, scientific instruments, swords, bayonets & de-activated weapons.

No appointment is necessary at this event, simply turn up with your items and our valuers will be happy to see you.

Members of the public will have the option, if they wish, to consign their goods to auction (subject to terms & conditions). Cash purchase offers are also available. Valuations will be provided free of charge, with no obligation.

There will be another event taking place in Merthyr Tydfil on Thursday 15th May. If you have any questions feel free to contact Lockdales’ Martlesham offices: 01473 627110, sales@lockdales.com. For further information see our website www.lockdales.com.

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Please note that we do not carry out any criminal work Telephone our offices to make an appointment

Hay-on-Wye 01497 820406 Brecon 01874 624422 Hereford 01432 353727

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Budget 2014: How will the new pensions system work?

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE

“Your local source of unbiased advice explained in Plain English”

There was no white rabbit but maybe a grey hare in George Osbourne’s red box? Whether you are a sceptic or not the changes will have a big impact on the future pension landscape.

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From April 2015, savers will be given total freedom over how they withdraw pension money. In the meantime, there will be increased flexibility.

f INhERITANCE TAx mITIgATIoN f FAmILy PRoTECTIoN

Previously all members of “defined contribution” pensions (as opposed to final salary) could access 25% of their pension as a tax-free lump sum with the remainder used to purchase an annuity (guaranteed income for life) or could enter “income drawdown”.

With income drawdown the pension remains invested and the member can take a gradual income from the fund.This option was usually only available for members with over £100,000 to invest which left many having to annuitise.

Contact: t: 01874 611911 e: enquiries@beaconifa.co.uk w: beaconifa.co.uk Directly authorised by the Financial Services Authority

From now until April 2015 pension providers will offer the option of income drawdown to members with smaller pension pots of around £25,000 and the amount of income that can be drawn will increase.

The option of annuitising will still be available and will still be appropriate for some members.

The proposed changes from April 2015 will effectively lift all restrictions on how a defined contribution pension is drawn. It has been touted by the press that pensioners will fritter away all of their pension savings with the increased flexibility.

We see this as very unlikely.There would be a large income tax charge if drawing the whole pension fund immediately and more importantly a member who has saved throughout their working lives for retirement is likely to be more prudent.

We welcome the increased flexibility and think this will create many retirement planning opportunities.

– Tom Russell – Director of Beacon IFA Ltd

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Local Record Centre to launch new website at public open day in Brecon The Biodiversity Information Service for Powys and Brecon Beacons National Park (BIS) is one of four Local Record Centres (LRCs) in Wales and provides a mechanism for collating, sharing and utilising the wealth of biological data and knowledge, which exists in this part of Wales. The aim of BIS is to make information on wildlife, their habitats and important sites, readily available to those who need it. This will ensure that decisions, which may affect the natural heritage in the Powys and Brecon Beacons National Park area, are made with the best available knowledge. Since 2001 BIS has collated and electronically stored over 1.5 million wildlife records, many of which have been collected by the local voluntary recording community.

Bringing all this information into one system enables clear presentation of the data for all their users and also facilitates its analysis and manipulation.This information has been made available to its partners, local recorders, commercial environmental consultants and the public through the BIS enquiry service.

put a point on the map anywhere in Wales and it will show you a summary list of wildlife records held by the LRC, in that 1km square. If you wish to add to those records, the BIS Wildlife Recording Database (WiReD) makes it easy for you to record your wildlife sightings online and view the records on an interactive map. Sending your records to the Local Record Centre ensures it is available to contribute to local and national wildlife conservation.

“ Over 50% of wildlife records come from local experts”

Public Open Day. 12-4pm.

If you are interested in knowing more about how you can get involved with recording local wildlife and how BIS uses the records to inform local authorities and nature conservation organisations please visit them on the Public Open Day Monday 9th June 12-4pm 2014.

Originally a lot of these records came from the nature conservation organisations but now over 50% of wildlife records in BIS database come from local experts and casual recorders. Therefore an important role for BIS is to support the local recording community and to encourage the public to become involved and record wildlife. With that in mind, BIS has recently developed public on-line tools which will now be available on its new website to be launched by Kirsty Williams AM on Monday 9th June 2014 at 11am. Please contact BIS (address opposite) for an invitation.

If you want to know what wildlife has been recorded near you,The Data Access Tool (DAT) allows you to

Monday 9th June 2014 Launch of new BIS website by Kirsty Williams 11-12am.

Drop in and see how you can get involved with local wildlife recording using the BIS new website tools.

Biodiversity information service Unit 4 • 6 the BUlwark• Brecon Powys • ld3 7lB tel: (01874)610881 • fax: (01874)624812 e-mail: info@B-i-s.org weBsite: www.B-i-s.org

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Glasbury Taxis Mini-Bus Hire

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

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Wild in May

Protecting wildlife for the future

The Holly Blue is a tiny butterfly. Its closed wings are the size of my thumb-nail, chalky with black dots below, and bright blue above. The dark edges on this one show that it is a female. Settled in a sunny spot she may bask unnoticed, only catching your attention in quick silvery flight.

Butterflies out now have emerged from pupae formed last autumn. These females lay eggs on the buds of Holly which the green caterpillars eat. When this early generation pupates and emerges to fly in late summer Holly is no longer suitable so they lay eggs on the fresh buds of Ivy instead. And so the cycle continues.

Holly Blues have been extending their range northward, perhaps in response to climate change.

In Wales they are now widespread where their common food plants grow but numbers vary from year to year. They are likely to be among the butterflies in the wild flower meadow and lovely gardens at Caer Beris Manor in Builth Wells which open for the National Gardens Scheme on Bank

Holiday Monday 26 May. The rhododendrons and azaleas should be looking spectacular. Details are at www.caerberis.com.

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Great line-up for Hay Festival Hay Festival runs from 22nd May to 1st June 2014 with a vibrant mix of stories, ideas and celebrations.

greats Geoff Hurst, Ossie Ardiles and Ricardo

Screenwriters feature prominently with XLI ½VWX ,E] ETTIEVERGI SJ ,SPP][SSH legend Carrie Fisher and the creators of the award-winning Philomena – Steve Coogan and director Stephen Frears; Dr Who and Sherlock screenwriter Steven Moffat talks to Alan Yentob; Tom Hollander discusses Rev; Call the Midwife writers Heidi Thomas and Pippa Harris talk about their programme and are Villa as they give their take on the upcoming joined by one of the stars, Jenny Agutter. ,IEHMRK YT XLI ½GXMSR FMPP EPSRKWMHI XLI KVIEX World Cup, and England defender Sol Toni Morrison, are Ian McEwan previewing his Campbell discusses his harrowing memoir. new book, thriller writer Robert Harris and crime writer Lynda La Plante.

There is music to dance to with Cerys Matthews, Toumani and Sidiki Diabaté, Hugh Masekela and Sam Lee. Comedy favourites Bill Bailey, Frank Skinner and Marcus Brigstocke return to the festival. Hay Festival also welcomes Susan Calman, Al Murray and Katherine Ryan.

Tastebuds are to be tempted with chefs Antonio Carluccio and Mary Berry.

Topping the Hay Fever bill, children and young adults can enjoy Julia Donaldson as she celebrates the Gruffalo’s 15th birthday; CBeebies star Justin Fletcher; Henry Winkler, aka the Fonz and author of the Hank Zipzer series; Anthony Horowitz, Alex Rider creator and Cressida Cowell, author of the How to Train Your Dragon WIVMIW 8LIVI MW ½GXMSR JYR with Michael Morpurgo; Lauren Child and her Clarice Bean books; Jacqueline Wilson as she presents Paws and Whiskers; while Francesca Simon celebrates Horrid Henry’s 20th birthday.

Bring younger children to meet Kipper, Peter Rabbit and Miffy. They can listen to Korky Paul with Winnie The Witch, David Melling with Hugless Douglas and join in We’re Going on a Bear Hunt with Middleton Mann’s interactive story.

Fans of the beautiful game can join football

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Brecon Film Society To ROME with Love (12A) Monday 12TH May ITALY 2012 Dir: WOODY ALLEN Woody Allen captures the spirit of Fellini with four engaging tales of sex, celebrity and married life.

Next Month: Side Effects.

Monday 2ND JUNE.

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What a laugh!

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ART FESTIVAL May 24th-26th.

Open 10.00am -5.00pm Amusing cackle chortle chuckle comedy comic comical crow drow droll farce farcical fun giggle glee

A exhibition of new work

by Penpont Artists: Robert MacDonald Morag Colquhoun Tessa Waite Gavin Hogg David Eveleigh Simon Royer Gareth Irwin

grin guffaw hilarious hysterical joke laugh merriment mirth rib tickling roar side splitting smile snigger titter

This exhibition is part of Powys Arts Month.

The work includes paintings, sculpture, installations, photography, and wood craft.

Penpont gardens will be open, and refreshments will be available.

For more details see www.penpont.com

For the chance to win 4 tickets for a family event at the Hay Festival please complete the wordsearch, fill in the details below and send to Local Beacon. Closing date is the 16th May.

Penpont is 5 miles due west of Brecon on the A40. Look out for the signs on the road.

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Pete’s Carpets Pilgrims Licensed tea rooms and outside catering

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Delicious homemade food, freshly made from local produce in the heart of the Brecon Beacons Open Mon-Sat 9.00am-5.00pm Sunday 9.30am-4pm Drinks & Cakes served all day Breakfasts 10-11am Lunches & Snacks 12-2.30pm Roast Lunches every Sunday

Domestic and Commerical Work Undertaken • High Powered Truck Mounted Machine • Fast Drying

Summer Specials Daily Menus now available on our website www.pilgrims-tearooms.co.uk Private evening opening for parties of 15 people or more, contact us for more details.

Ask for Pete

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Situated in the Cathedral Close alongside Brecon Cathedral Shop Cathedral Close, Brecon, LD3 9DP Tel: 01874 610610 Email: pilgrimstearooms@btconnect.com

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Spring Recipe: from Janet Williams Chef at Pilgrim’s Tearooms St Baby Leeks and

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Matthews Jeweller of Brecon

• Jewellery Design, Repair and Remodelling • Pearl and Bead Rethreading • Watch and Clock Repairs • Engraving and Trophies

ROOFING THE ORIGINAL PERRY FAMILY trading as:

Tel: 01874 623332 Email: ndmatthews@btconnect.com Web: www.matthewsjeweller.co.uk

The Perry family has been repairing roofs in this area for over 45 years (three generations): • Traditional built up high tensile felting systems, fibre glass, single ply, liquid coatings, slating & tiling with manufacturers’ backed guarantees ranging from 10-25 years; • UPVC fascias and guttering – with 10 year guarantee.

Your property deserves the best so, for a free survey and estimate tel: 0500 130852 www.centralroofing.co.uk

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Get to really know... Nigel Matthews Nigel attended school locally at Christ College and joined his father, Brian in Matthews Jeweller in 1985.

from The Hours Bookshop – banish ‘blue sky’ thinking!

In 2005 he and Jane moved the business to their new premises in Lion Street where over the years his children, Tom, Holly and Emily have helped.

Best present ever received?

Climbing Snowden on my 50th Birthday with my family on a beautifully sunny day

Place of birth? Cardiff

List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: My age

Where do you live now? Cwmwysg Marital status? Married to Jane (1986) Occupation? Jeweller Pets? Jack Russell – Scooby –‘rules the roost’ & the workshop!

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? New Zealand – great country and people

What was your favourite childhood television programme? Thunderbirds

List five goals on your life’s to-do list: I tend not to plan that far ahead – Live for the day!

Are you a collector of anything? Just the broken dreams of Cardiff City being successful

Name one regret you have: Wishing I had more time off (holidays) – No-one on their deathbed wishes they had spent more time in work

Children? Tom (24), Holly (23) and Emily (17)

If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Our Jack Russell – he’s spoilt rotten If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Time travel What is usually your first thought when you wake up? When did Mrs Jones want to collect that repair?

Name one thing you miss about being a kid: The sweet shop on the top of the road Name one thing you love about being an adult: Not having to go to school What’s your favourite song of the moment?

Anything by Mumford and Sons

What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? The book I’m reading

What’s your favourite song of all time? Dust in the Wind – Kansas

Do you believe in ghosts? No

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Curry Takeaway

Most exciting thing you’ve won? Driving around Silverstone with Jenson Button, courtesy of Seiko Watches Two lessons life has taught you? Live for the day – you never know what tomorrow will bring and treat everyone the same

What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Snooze after one of Jane’s roast dinners Have any hidden talents? I can juggle

Teenage crush? Debbie Harry

What would be your dream job? Sitting at my workbench making jewellery – The ‘grand reveal’, when you show the finished piece to a customer never fails to be a heart stopping moment

You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? Friends and family

If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Zaphod Beeblebrox

Have any bad habits? Supporting Cardiff City Which bad habits drive you crazy? See above

What have you done today to make you feel proud? Not eaten that second sausage roll

What book would you recommend to others?

The Cloudspotter’s Guide by Gavin Pretor-Pinney

Sum yourself up in five words: Impossible – you’d have to ask someone else!

What makes you grumpy? Rude people

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Photographic artworks Mark is a photographer who has specialised in photographing trees and woodlands to produce unique artworks.

These artworks are quite unlike traditional photographs and always generate a great deal of interest, eliciting comments such as “Surely that’s not a photograph!�

This is because Mark prints his images onto a highlytextured “watercolour� paper and then mounts them using a variety of styles and materials, from float frames to his own “tiling� technique on a painted stretched canvas “frame�. These works are all displayed without glass to enable the textures to be fully appreciated.

Mark is holding two free exhibitions in May. One in the beautiful setting of The Old Conservatory at Treberfydd House, near Llangorse, where he will be showing his large artworks and the other in the convivial surroundings of The Dragon Inn, Crickhowell.

See What’s On for details.

STEVE COOK Painter & Decorator

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Cake Break in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society On Friday 9th May, Brecon Country Market will once again be organising a ‘Cake Break’ in aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

In the past many of the good people of Brecon have supported this charity by taking their morning cuppa at the Country Market Stall in the Market Hall in Brecon.

For a modest charge you will be able to partake of a cup of tea or coffee and your choice of one of the delectable home-made cakes on offer – all this and helping a very deserving charity at the same time, what more could you ask?

The cafe will be open from 10am until noon. Please come along and do your bit to support this venture.

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Toddler Toys that can be made from household items Some great ways to get toys that are free or lowcost are to get crafty and repurpose used items around your home. You can decide whether to use odds and ends you find around your home or to invest a bit of money in some craft supplies to feed your toddler’s growing interests.

Rattles from Plastic Bottles Use an empty plastic bottle filled with beads, buttons, a bell and some colourful bits of paper to decorate with strips of colored tape.

elastic and some bells and beads, you’ll soon have bracelets that can be worn indoors or out on the town to make your tiny tot dance until she drops.

Guitar from Old Shoe Box If you have a little musician and would prefer to build his first set of strings, all you need are an old shoe box, some rubber bands, and thumb tacks. Then, decide if you want to keep it simple or get really fancy.

Old Electronics An old remote control, calculator, or computer keyboard can be cleaned up with all the hazards (small parts, batteries, etc.) removed. You might find that your little one will be less inclined to bang away at your working and newer electronics if they have their own toy laptop!

Fabric Square Dispenser from Old Cloth Dispenser Box If you’ve ever shreaked at the sight of a baby emptying the container of wet wipes or creating a new layer of carpet by pulling facial tissue after facial tissue out of the box, you will certainly appreciate cutting up some fabric squares and packing them into an empty wipes dispenser.

Jingle Bell Ankle Bracelets from Elastic Cords, Beads and Bells Forget the fancy trainers that light up and play music when your baby walks in them. With just a little

Play Kitchen from Old Dressers and Cupboards Wow a homemade kitchen for toddlers, this one would take some work but what a lovely sight to see your little one ‘cooking away’ once the project is completed. Use an old piece of furniture, such as a bedside cupboard. Add new life with a bit of paint and minor remodeling. Use old hooks, unused small kitchen utensils, chalk board paint, old material for a curtain, even draw on hob rings! Be as creative as you can.

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An introduction to Rosemary The word Rosemary is derived from the Latin words ros (dew) and marinus (sea) – ‘Dew of the Sea’.

Rosemary belongs to the Lamiaceae, commonly known as the mint family.

Rosemary is a bush perennial that grows abundantly in the Mediterranean area as well as in isolated areas of Turkey, Lebanon and Egypt. It is a shrubby, evergreen bush which can grow up to 4 feet high with green-grey, needle shaped leaves and pale blue / lilac flowers which are attractive to bees. As the plant matures the stems will become woody in texture. It is usually hardy to zero degrees Fahrenheit and many consider it best to grow it in a pot in the summer and move it indoors in the severe winter months.

Its bold flavour and slightly resinous, camphor like aromatic qualities have helped it to remain popular throughout centuries of use. Rosemary likes sun, as much as possible; and dry well-drained poor soil. It will not thrive in moisture laden areas of the garden. You can grow it from rooted parts of the existing plant or from cuttings. It requires very little water once it is established. It responds well to

being pot grown and tolerates indoor growing conditions. If you prune the rosemary after it has flowered it will tend to take on a much bushier form.

On the skin, it can help to ease congestion, puffiness and swelling and can also be used for acne, dermatitis and eczema.

For more information, see www.rhs.org.uk / www. theherbinfosite.com / www.kew.org / ‘The Fragrant Pharmacy’ by Valerie Ann Worwood / ‘Aromatherapy an A-Z’ by Patricia Davis.

(As with all herbs and oils intended for medical use – it is wise to consult with a doctor before trying out any remedies especially when other medication is being taken. Rosemary oil should not be used during pregnancy and is unsuitable for people with epilepsy or high blood pressure).

To source Rosemary as a bottled essential oil (10ml and 25ml) contact Lynn Clausen on 07949 329561 or in plant form from The Walled Garden Treberfydd, Llangasty 01874 730169.

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Local business looks forward to welcoming you Bishop’s Meadow Service Station & Shop reopened on Good Friday under the new ownership of Dawn, James, and Aidan Sweeney.

It has been extensively renovated under the Texaco brand, & provides top quality fuel plus a welcoming shop stocked with a wide range of items for your everyday shopping needs.

Pick up a Texaco Star reward card and collect points for money off fuel. For our first 8 weeks, you will receive double points, worth 2p off a litre.

Easily accessible and providing a personal service, including accounts with monthly payment, this is a local business that looks forward to welcoming you.

Lesley Walker RADRTS, AIDTA

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Jokes What did the bra say to the bowler hat?

You go on a head and I’ll give these two a lift.

When NASA started sending up astronauts, they quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work at zero gravity.

To combat the problem, NASA scientists spent a decade and $12 billion developing a pen that wrote at zero gravity, upside down, underwater, on almost any surface including glass and at temperatures ranging from below freezing to 300C.

The Second Hand Shop Gareth Sheppard at ThreeBuilding CoCkS General & Plastering Specialist

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Brecon Poets: Haryanti Stuart Each issue of your Local Beacon now carries a short piece by a local poet. This month’s poem is by Haryanti Stuart, a sometime journalist, copywriter and interior designer who moved to Brecon from Australia ten years ago. “Now I walk on a very different land and love both equally.” In addition to the Poetry Group, Haryanti is a member of the Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group.

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DROUGHT BREAK Another New Year’s Eve begins.

Hot, dry, every living creature panting.

Every desiccated leafblade crying dust-tears.

A stifling, breath-defying evening like myriads before it.

No relief from the days, weeks, months of heat.

Then quietly, with no drama, the sky took pity and rained its blessings on the earth.

Caressing, stroking, gentling all beneath it.

And in the morning trees sang and grass hummed and flowers danced in sheer astonishment, while birds sang out their hallelujah chorus to a world washed clean.

It was indeed a Happy New Year.

Contributions from local poets are invited.

These should be no more than 24 lines in length and accompanied by two or three succinct sentences about the poet.

They should please be emailed to breconpoets@yahoo.com and not directly to the Local Beacon.

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Mike Luxton Electrician PAT Testing Installation & Repairs Part P Registered Elecsa Registered No electrical job too small 3 The Paddocks, Newgate Street, Llanfaes, Brecon LD3 8DJ Tel: 01874 611794 Mob: 07802 711670 Email: mikeluxton1@tiscali.co.uk

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• 7 year Worcester Bosch guarantee, subject to model, Buildings compliance certificates applied for & issued with every installation.

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• Commercial catering establishments inspected, serviced & certified to regulations.

• Full Commercial kitchens, interlocked extraction systems & cold room systems designed & installed, working with a business associate with extensive experience within this specialised sector.

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old wooden chapel chairs have finally been replaced with comfortable seating and the blackboard and chalk with Powerpoint projection.

The thinking behind the refurbishment was to organize events to entertain and instruct by drawing on the vast range of talent and special expertise in the Brecon/Builth area – choirs, poets, writers, musicians, lecturers, talks followed by discussions, etc., and to create a programme of interest to as many local people as possible. This ambitious aim has proved a great success. A selection of recent events illustrates the range: Aberhonddu Male Choir, Electric cars, Islamic art and Beekeeping.

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Llaneglwys – small but active Llaneglwys was originally a small cluster of farms on land administered from Herefordshire by Abbey Dore. In the 20th century the present village took shape when the Brycheiniog Forest was created after the First World War by the Forestry Commission.

Cottages were built in the 1930s and houses in the 1950s to accommodate the many forestry workers and their families. In the days of labour-intensive forestry after the Second World War, the village and the surrounding farms were a thriving community with its own primary school. In 1952, the Forestry Commission acquired a large Nissen Hut to serve as a community and social centre for the local area.

Some local residents still remember the woodwork classes, Bible classes, parties and whist drives held there. Eventually, the forest, the houses and the communal facilities were sold off. After protracted negotiations, privatisation was finally completed in the mid 1990s, when a Llaneglwys Community Association was created to administer the private water and sewage facilities, some communal garages and land and what was now referred to as the Village Hall.

The 2014 programme commenced in April with an illustrated talk on protected landscapes. The next event is on Sunday May 1st at 7.30pm with an Open Mic event. The full programme can be seen on the Village Hall website (www.llaneglwysvillage-hall.weebly.com). Cornelia Rahdes, the Hall Secretary, can be contacted on 01982 560332, or email Llaneglwys13@outlook.com All their events are followed by light refreshments or a buffet. Everybody is welcome to come along, to be entertained, to get to know other people in the area and to have a chat over tea and cake. In this sense, they are pleased and proud to have reestablished a link with the aims and spirit of 1952.

By this time, the Village Hall had fallen into disrepair.

Was it to be abandoned to the elements or could it be resurrected? The Association decided to apply for a lottery grant to halt the decline. Since then, they have had 5 grants to carry out major work to bring the building up to modern standards. The

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News from local WIs Powys Brecknock Federation of Women’s Institutes Much publicity has been given to International Women’s Day and Powys Brecknock Federation decided that it would celebrate this occasion by organising an event. Members were asked to nominate someone within the organisation who in their opinion has contributed a great deal to their communities and to the W.I. Three categories were designated, for members who had worked for the benefit of their communities, for those who had supported charities, and finally the “unsung heroine”.

The judges were Ann Jones, N.F.W.I Wales Chairman, and Marylyn Haines Evans, N.F.W.I trustee and Chair of Public Affairs, to whom all nominations were sent.

The winners were to be announced of Friday 14th

“ The member who had contributed the most to her community was Elizabeth Tyler” March. On that day Ann Jones was present to give the adjudication and disclose the names of the winners. She was welcomed by Cheryl Williams, Chair of Public Affairs and organisation Committee and was invited to announce the winners after telling everyone what their criteria was. She recommended that people making the nominations should give as much information as possible about the nominees, Ann said “always assume that the judge is twp”.

The member who had contributed the most to her community was Elizabeth Tyler, Abercraf W.I. As well as being a hard working member of her W.I, she supports her church, The young farmers Club and organised events for her community.

The member deemed to have worked tirelessly for a charity was County Chairman, Margery Davies, Llangynidr W.I. The charity she supports id ClicSargent Cancer Fund. She arranges money raising

events and organises the annual Carol concert at St David’s Hall, Cardiff which is always a “Sell Out”. She is a dynamic member of the W.I, working energetically for the Federation, is a staunch church member, and helps to run community events in Llangynidr.

“ The member deemed to have worked tirelessly for a charity was County Chairman, Margery Davies” The third winner to be announced for the “Unsung Heroine” category was Margaret Rees , Cradoc W.I. She is a loyal church member, organises various concerts each year and co-ordinated the annual flower festival and coffee morning held every Jazz Festival at her church. She devoted a great deal of time looking after her family, especially her grandchildren, is a splendid W.I member, visits the sick and has been described as a “cheerful caring member of the community”.

After the presentation of scrolls to the winners, it was announced that Margaret was awarded the title ”W.I Member of the Year”. Ann jones presented her with a delightful crystal glass cut bowl.

After the awards ceremony members of the Public Affairs & Organisation Committee served hot soup to the audience and this was followed by fruit crumbles and trifles.

County Chairman, Margery Davies thanked everyone who had contributed to the success of the evening and a special thanks was extended to Ann Jones, who had travelled a considerable distance to be present to give her constructive comments, and to make the presentations. She received a delightful arrangement of fresh flowers from Cheryl Williams before returning home.

Article by Roy Parry.

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News from Friends of Brecon Cuprum Ltd Computer repairs and District Mind NIBBLING A WAY OUT: EMERGING FROM ANOREXIA

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A talk by Joanna Jones on Wednesday 14th May 2014, at The George Hotel, Brecon, 7pm, £5 (Friends £2).

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Joanna Jones has been restricted by the eating disorder anorexia for forty-five years. She thought it was a life-long sentence. Then, last year, she was referred to the South East Wales Eating Disorder Service where she received the relatively new Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

13 Ship Street Brecon 01874 611877 www.cuprum.co.uk

Come and hear how Joanna is leaving behind forty-five years of disordered thinking and eating and is finding a new life. ‘With DBT, she enthuses, ‘I’m nibbling a way out of the restrictive cocoon of anorexia and coming to talk to the Friends is an opportunity to spread my wings a little further!’

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Back in March we announced we wouldn’t be running the Car Boot Sales in Hay-on-Wye during 2014 ... Since then I have received several phone calls per week, many many emails and people stopping me in the street – all disappointed with the news.

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With this in mind we have come up with a compromise. We have now planned four Sales, each on the first Saturday of the month, starting in June and ending in September. Please see our advert on page 1 for more details.

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Many years ago when the Car Boot Sales started up there was a lovely community feel – let’s get that back. Booters used to have ‘clear outs’ to the benefit of the buyers. Over the years I picked up some right bargains, a football table for James being the most memorable. Not to mention the many fruit and vegetable plants that provide for us year upon year.

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If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been thinking of doing a boot yourself, perhaps your children have outgrown their toys and clothes? Or maybe you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get into your spare room? We try to create a very relaxed feel to our Car Boot Sales, giving you 45 minutes to set up without buyers asking questions, buyers will not be allowed to enter the site until 9.30am.

Please do support this local event, whether youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a seller or a buyer. A donation goes to the local School at the end and any profit goes back into this community magazine.

My dad and I look forward to kicking things off on Saturday 7th June. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hoping to dry weather, local support, dosh for the sellers and bargains for the buyers.

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Every Tuesday at 6.30pm BRECON, Bishop Bevan Hall, Lion St.

Every Wednesday at 6.30pm

GlaNGRWyNEy, Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell Rd.

Tel Joan: 01873 812053 Mob: 07796 628419

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What’s on: during the week Monday Sewing Group: 1 – 3pm. Llanddew Village Hall. An informal group meeting each week for a chat and cup of tea while sewing.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1 – 2.30pm. Trallong Hall. £6. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402.

Playford Style Dancing (English Country Dancing): 2.30 – 4pm.

The Subud Hall, Nr Watton Villa, Brecon. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889.

2nd Rainbows (girls aged 5-7): (Term time only). 5.30 – 6.30pm.

Llanfaes Church Hall. Contact www.girlguiding.org.uk/joinus, to register interest.

Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677.

Brecon Bridge Club: 6.45pm.

Brecon Rugby Club, the Watton, Brecon. New members and visitors are always welcome and should contact Chris Forbes on 01874 622158 for information.

Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 – 9pm. The Old Museum, Glamorgan St, Brecon. Everyone aged 10 and up who wants to sing is most welcome. £6 per session.

Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. It’s open to everyone! Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837.

Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm.

The George Hotel Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

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

TUESDAY Crick Howlers: 10am. The Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell.

The Crick Howlers are a natural voice group who meet weekly led by Helen Vincent, where all songs are taught by ear so you don’t need to be able to read music. Contact 01873 832795.

Qi Gong Exercise Group: 5.30 – 6.30pm. Royston Memorial Hall in Bronllys.Gentleandslowmovements, everybody can do it, even can be done sitting down. £3 per session to cover costs. Contact Wynona 07972 348590.

Slimming World: 6.30pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Lion St., Brecon. Contact Joan 01873 812053.

Gwernyfed Hockey Club – Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345.

Scottish Dancing: 7 – 9.30pm. Subud Hall, nr.

Watton Villa, Brecon. Beginners welcome. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889.

Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. BreconYouth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon.Activities:Arts and crafts, cookery,pool,dance,air hockey,darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658.

Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm.

Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts and veterans welcome.

Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995.

Open Mic: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. The very best musicians from the locality and beyond. Contact 01497 821762.

Shukokan Karate: 7 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Paul Jones 01874 623677.

Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm.

Brecon Leisure Ctr. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677.

WEDNESDAY Aberhonddu Angels (A Young WI Group): (First Wednesday of the month) WI Office, Lion St., Brecon. Follow on facebook for updates.

Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 12.30 – 2.30pm. St. John’s Family Centre, Brecon.

Trallong Art and Craft Group: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the month) 10.30am – 12.30pm.

Trallong Hall. A quiet, light space to paint, sew, or whatever you enjoy.

All welcome. Please bring your own materials. Free taster session, small annual membership fee to cover hall costs. Contact Joy 01874 636125.

Sesiwn Sgwrsio dros baned: 12.30 – 1.30pm. The Brecon Volunteer Bureau. Small, friendly venue to practice your Welsh.

Visual Impairment Breconshire: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday in the month) 1.30 – 3.30pm. Watton Presbyterian Schoolroom. Contact 01874 624949.

The Mothers Union: (1st Wednesday in the month) 2pm.The Diocesan Centre, Cathedral Close, Brecon. New members welcome.

Although called a “Mothers Union” you do not have to be a mother to join; single, married or divorced, all are welcome. Contact 01874 636390.

Rainbow Guides (for girls aged 5 & 6): (Term time only). 5pm. Cobbles Coffee Shop. Contact Pam Martin 07976 797107.

Beacons Netball Club:4 – 5.30pm years 7, 8 & 9. 5.30 – 7pm year 10 and older. Brecon Leisure Centre. £3 on the night or reduced fee for the term. First training session free. All abilities welcome.

Contact Margaret Nuttall, Coach 01597 840420.

Brecon Women in Business: (First Wednesday of the month) 5.30pm at The George Hotel, Brecon.

Contact Johanna 01874 625994 or Janet 01874 611467.

Brecon Business Club: (2nd Wednesday of each month) 6pm. The Clarence Inn, Brecon.

The meetings give opportunity to network with each other and “showcase” their businesses.

Key note speakers are invited to share their expertise. Contact www. breconbusinessclub.org.

Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm.

What’s on: during the week Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 821134.

Slimming World: 6.30pm.

GlangrwyneyVillage Hall,Crickhowell Road. Contact Joan 01873 812053.

The Alternative Business Club: (Alternate Wednesdays) 7pm. The White House Inn, Sennybridge.

Meet and chat with people who are like minded and interested in helping other people and their businesses by networking. First meeting is free so come and see what’s going on.

After this first meeting it will only cost £5. Contact 01874 636986.

Samba Brecon: 7 – 9pm. Felindre Village Hall. Samba Brecon is a lively, friendly community percussion band, always learning and playing new Afro-Brazilian rhythms on a weekly basis. New members and non-members are very welcome.

No previous experience needed.

First taster session is free. Tuition is provided. £4 per session, £3 concessions, under 16s are free but must be accompanied. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 or Catherine 01874 625422.

Gwent & PowysArmy Cadet Force: 7 – 9pm. The ACF Ctr, Conway St, Brecon LD3 7EU. Ages 12 (Yr 8 High School) – 18yrs looking for a new exciting, fun and challenging activity. Cadets take part in a huge variety of challenging & fun pursuits such as Military Training, Sports, Adventurous Training, Community based activities and the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. We aim to inspire young people to achieve success in life, make the most of their abilities and develop the qualities to be a good citizen. Contact 01873 813756. www.armycadets.com.

The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (Term time only) 7.30 – 9.30pm.

Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. Brecon Singers are now rehearsing for their lighter Summer Concert which will take place in

Trallong Village Hall on Saturday 12th July 2014 at 7.30pm. The concert will include a lively medley of well-known British folk songs – a new composition by our Assistant Director Paul Hayward. Join us if you love to sing. Music provided. No auditions. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www.breconsingers.co.uk.

Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre.

Contact 01874 623677.

Thursday Probus Club of Brecon: 10am.The Castle of Brecon Hotel.

Brecon U3A: (Term time only) Morning session 10.30am. Afternoon sessions at 1.15pm & 2.30pm, each for one hour. Studio, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Coffee available from 10am. Lectures on any one of a wide variety of topics. New members are always welcome.

Contact, Jean Hosie 01874 610340.

Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12.30 – 1.30pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. £4. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402.

Brecon Bowling Club – Ladies Only Bowling: 6pm. Brecon Bowling Club. No experience needed,all ages and abilities welcome, equipment is available but flat soled shoes (no heel) must be worn. Lady Coaches CRB checked. Adults £2.

Visit www.breconbowlingclub.co.uk.

Contact Linda 07813 523579/ 01874 624126.

Raven Drama: (Term time only).

5.30 – 7pm Llangorse Village Hall.

Age 7–14yrs. Contact Lynn Clausen 07949 329561.

Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6.45 – 8pm. Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. If you’re looking for something fun, challenging and exciting to do, then come along. No experience is required.

Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Activities: Arts and crafts, cookery, pool,

dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 1125. Contact Rhodri Jones on 01874 622658.

Short Mat Bowls: 7pm.Trallong Hall.

Please come and join a small, friendly group playing Short Mat Bowls on an informal basis. Contact Alan Bloss 01874 636125.

Slimming World: 7pm. St David’s Hall,Bailihelig Road,Llanfaes,Brecon.

Contact Shelley 01874 622846 or 07980 259638.

Club Night: 7.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Home to a rich variety of groups and societies. Contact 01497 821762.

Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts: (Term time) 7.45 – 9pm.

We provide scouting for 14 – 18 year-olds, meeting either in Crickhowell or Brecon (lifts are usually available). As well as traditional scouting activities we also take part in many other activities, including the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme. We are a friendly group, and newcomers are more than welcome to come along and try us out.You can get a flavour of what we get up to by visiting our website www.breconexplorers.co.uk.

Friday Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 11am – 12 noon.

Brecon Leisure Centre. £3.80.

Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402.

Art group for the over 60s’: 2 – 4pm.The Youth Centre, Cradoc Rd, Brecon. Any level or ability. Any medium. Professional tutor. Contact Geraldine White 01874 610415 or Eleanor Sherwood 01874 623937.

Brecon Bouncers: 4 – 5.45pm.

Brecon Leisure Centre. Trampoline activities. Contact Sue Goodhead 01874 623677.

Brecon Bowling Club: Social Bowling. Brecon Bowling Club.

No experience needed. All ages, gender and abilities welcome,

What’s on: during the week / month equipment is available but flat soled shoes (no heel) must be worn.

Coaches available CRB checked.

Adults £2, juniors 60p. Visit www. breconbowlingclub.co.uk. Contact Elaine 01874 622960.

Friday Live: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. Fantastic live entertainment.

Comedy, music and more. Contact 01497 821762.

SATURDAY Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Assistance on Family History Research: (3rd Saturday in the month) Mornings. Brecon Library. No appointments needed, just drop in for one-to-one advice.

Shenanigans: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. The best party for miles. Live bands and DJ’s every week. Contact 01497 821762.

Sunday Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (4th Sunday in the month) 3pm. Contact 01874 711061.

Sunday Service: 6pm. Cwmbach Methodist Church, Glasbury. A warm welcome awaits you and there are refreshments following the service. Contact Rev Bill Jones 01873 811007.

DURING THE MONTH Now until Monday 5th May “Tooth and Claw” – The Big Art Share Exhibition: Open daily. Brecon Cathedral Tithe Barn. Contact 01874 730564.

Thursday 1st May Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Photographs from the Society’s Collections: 2 – 4pm.

Brecon Library (Upstairs Room).

Friday 2nd May – Monday 5th May TalgarthWalking Festival: (including Witches Pool Challenge). Visit www.talgarthwalkingfestival.org.

Sunday 4th May Talgarth Country Market –Talgarth and District Regeneration Group: 10am – 1pm. Town Hall, Talgarth.

Contact Nicola Willis 01874 713166. See advert on page 28.

Monday 5th May Welsh Bowls National Open Day: 2pm. Brecon Bowling Club, Mill Green, off Kensington Lower Promenade, Brecon. Free admission and all are welcome. Refreshments available.

Tuesday 6th May A view from the Plinth: a Review of Public Sculpture today – Brecknock Decorative & Fine Arts Society: 2.30pm.Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Membership of Society £40.

Visitors welcome, £7.50 per lecture.

Contact Deborah Cogger 01874 625679 or www.bdfas.org.uk.

Wednesday 7th May Circle dancing: 7.45pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. Dances which originate from folk traditions with fascinating rhythms, ranging from slow meditative and gentle, to vibrant and lively, promoting relaxation & well being, danced round a centre. No partner needed. Children from age 8 also welcome. Contact 01874 622160.

Thursday 8th May Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group – Talk and discussion on ‘Sneaks and Whistleblowers: 7.30pm.The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Presentation

by Mike Douse. (The alternative title is ‘Billy Bunter and the Public Disclosures Act’). All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874 or Mike Douse at MJDouse@gmail.com.

Friday 9th May Cake Break: 10am – 12noon.

The Country Market Stall, Market Hall, Brecon. In aid of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. See article on page 30.

Saturday 10th May Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall.

Contact 07805 375636. Visit www. brecknockfarmersmarket.co.uk. See advert on page 15.

Sunday 11th May Llangors Market: 10am – 1pm.

Llangors Youth & Community Centre. Country produce from food to crafts. Contact 01874 658257.

Open Mic Event: 7.30pm.

Llaneglwys Village Hall. Contact 01982 560332. See article on page 39.

Monday 12th May Brecon Film Society presents: To Rome With Love: 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. Woody Allen captures the spirit of Fellini with four engaging tales of sex, celebrity and married life. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. See article on page 22.

Wednesday 14th May Antiques and Collectables Valuation Day: 10am – 3pm. The Castle Hotel, Brecon. Contact 01473 627110. Free valuations

by Lockdales Auctioneers. See advert and article on page 11.

Nibbling A Way Out: Emerging from Anorexia: 7pm.The George Hotel, Brecon. A talk by Joanna Jones. Admission £5, Friends of Brecon and District Mind £2.

See article on page 42.

Saturday 17th May Mount Street Infant School Car Boot Sale: 10am – 1pm, (9am Sellers). The Field at Mount Street Infant School, Brecon.

Cars £5, Vans £8. Contact hollymillis1986@googlemail.com.

Brecon Plant Fair: 10.30am – 2.30pm. Treberfydd House, Llangasty, Nr Brecon. Admission £2.50, children free. See article and advert on page 5.

Flix in the Stix (Talgarth) presents: 12 Years A Slave: 7.30 for 8pm. Pre film pizzas available at The Bakers’ Table from 5pm. Entrance to film £4, pizza and film £10. Early booking essential. Contact 01874 711125.

See advert on page 28.

What’s on: during the month Saturday 17th – Saturday 31st May Mark Zytynski – Photographic Art Exhibition: 11am – 4.30pm daily.

Treberfydd House, Llangasty, Brecon.

Photography – but not as you know it! In the beautiful setting of The Old Conservatory at Treberfydd House, tree and woodland photographer, Mark Zytynski, will be holding an exhibition of his larger artworks.

Smaller prints and cards will also be available. Contact 07917 677467.

See article and advert on page 28.

Sunday 18th May España Cymru: 2.15pm. Black Mountain Jazz – King’s Arms Hotel, Abergavenny, NP7 5AA. Musicians: Juan Galiardo (piano) & Arturo Serra (vibes) from Spain perform with Welsh jazz talents, Ashley John Long (bass), Phill ‘Redfox’ O’Sullivan (drums). Entry £10. Contact 07958 612691 or 01873 855074.

Tuesday 20th May España Cymru: 7.30pm. Brecon Jazz Club, Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Musicians: Juan Galiardo (piano) & Arturo Serra (vibes) from Spain perform with Welsh jazz talents Aidan Thorne (bass), Mark O’Connor (drums). Entrance £10.

Contact 01874 611622.

Wednesday 21st May Circle dancing: 7.45pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. Dances which originate from folk traditions with fascinating rhythms, ranging from slow meditative and gentle, to vibrant and lively, promoting relaxation and well being, danced round a centre.

No partner needed. Children from age 8 also welcome. Contact 01874 622160.

Thursday 22nd May – Sunday 1st June Hay Festival: See article on page 20.

How the Light Gets In – The Philosophy and Music Festival at Hay: Contact 01497 821762. See advert inside front cover.

Hay Fever: Hay Festival for Children & Families. Contact 01497 822629.

See advert on page 21.

Saturday 24th May Brecknock Farmers Market:9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Town Centre. Visit www.brecknockfarmersmarket. co.uk. Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 15.

España Cymru Workshop: 2.15pm.

Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Juan Galiardo (piano) & Arturo Serra (vibes) from Spain engage in ‘all welcome / bring your instrument workshop,with Ian Cooper and Phill ‘Redfox’ O’Sullivan. Open Access Jazz Ensemble £5 participants (bring your own instrument); audience free. Contact 01874 611622.

Saturday 24th – Monday 26th May Mark Zytynski – Photographic Art Exhibition: 10am – 4pm daily. The Dragon Inn, High St, Crickhowell, NP8 1BE. Tree and woodland photographer, Mark Zytynski, will be holding an exhibition of photographic artworks as part of the Crickhowell Open Studios weekend. These artworks are quite unlike traditional photographs and always generate a great deal of interest at exhibitions and galleries.

Free entry. Contact 07917 677467.

See article and advert on page 28.

PenpontArt Festival –An exhibition of new work by Penpont Artists: 10am – 5pm. Visit www.penpont. com. See advert on page 23.

MG Launch Event: 10am – 4pm.

Brecon Motors, Rich Way, Brecon.

Contact 01873 611721. See advert on page 43.

Monday 26th May Garden Open – National Gardens Scheme: 1 – 5pm. Llanstephan House. Homemade teas and plant sales in aid of Llanstephan Church.

Monday 26th – Wednesday 28th May Launchpad – Film Agency for Wales: Richard Booth’s Bookshop,

44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 32.

Wednesday 28th May Brecon Poetry Group: 7.30pm.The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Come along and – if you wish – read your recent poems. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

Thursday 29th May Traditional Print Making with Hannah Firmin: 10am – 4pm.

Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

See advert on page 32.

Mappi Mundi Monster: 11am – 1pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 32.

The Art of The Mappa Mundi: 5pm.

Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322.

See advert on page 32.

Under Milk Wood: 6pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 32.

Friday 30th May My Streets are My Ideas of Imagination: 10am – 4pm. Richard Booth’s Bookshop, 44 Lion Street, Hay. Contact 01497 820322. See advert on page 32.

Pub Quiz: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. In support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau – entry fee of £1.00 per person.

All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

Are you are involved in any local classes or events, please get in touch with the Local Beacon. If you are a nonprofit making your listing will appear in this section free of charge. For profit making companies there will be a small charge.

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VANGO ASTORIA 800 EIGHT MAN TENT FOR SALE. Not used. ÂŁ250. 01497 820145.

4-BERTH SPACIOUS FAMILY CARAVAN, in good condition. Full size awning and ground sheet, gas bottle, clean and waste water barrels â&#x20AC;&#x201C; everything VIEH] XS KS SR ]SYV ½VWX LSPMHE] Â&#x2020; SRS 624350 evenings.

SONY EXPERIA E SMART MOBILE PHONE, a few months old. ÂŁ65. 01497 842929.

APPLE IMAC G5 DESKTOP COMPUTER with slight fault. ÂŁ100. 01497 842929.

ELANBACH MADE IN LLANGOED HALL BEFORE MOVE! Rilly Flower Pale blue Over 3m L-137cms W- ÂŁ40. 01497 842960.

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER only used once. ÂŁ20.

01874 665555.

HARDLY USED BELLING DUEL FUEL COOKER. Double Oven. Was ÂŁ699 new - for sale for ÂŁ310.

7EH XS TEVX [MXL MX FYX GERRSX FI ½XXIH MR RI[ home. 01874 665555.

SCOTTS OF STOWE INFLATABLE DOUBLE BED on metal frame, with electric pump and storage case. Excellent condition and quality, very comfortable. ÂŁ45. 01497 820348.

MARIMIX FOOD PROCESSOR 5200 in white, used only a few time. ÂŁ100 ono. 01497 820730.

ONE DOOR CURTAIN. 3â&#x20AC;? pencil pleat lined with duoline wadding pearl. Fabric Kensington Wine. Size: Drop 81.5 ins, Width 100 ins approx. Brand new.

Made by Dunelm. ÂŁ50 ono. 01497 820730.

BIO ORD (LIFE) AQUARIAN FISH TANK. Lovely condition, hardly used. Gravel, ornaments included. ÂŁ49. 01497 831211.

PAIR OF KITCHEN BAR STOOLS. Wood with leather effect seats (Paradeshi). Range from Cargo.

Never used. ÂŁ60. ono. 01497 831211.

ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BEDSTEAD DOUBLE FRAME, needs resoring / project. ÂŁ50. 01497 831211.

LARGE PIECE OF MARBLE SHEET, WHITE/GREY VEIN. Great for kitchen. Lovely condition. L 147cm, W 85cm, D 2cm. 01497 831211.

MIRROR TILES. 16 30x30 cm bevel edged mirror tiles plus adhesive, still in packaging. ÂŁ20. 01874 665262.

APPROX. 500 NEW RED ENGINEERING BRICKS AND X 10 CONCRETE BLOCKS. Offers please.

Buyer collects. Trecastle 01874 636994.

SCULPTURE GROUP NEED A WORKSHOP with light and electricity close to Hay. Please ring 01497 820145.

KEYBOARD PLAYER WANTED for lively local band playing mainly Rock Nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Roll/Pop covers but also willing to try new material. Please contact Sean on 07810 656089 or Andrew on 07866 377248.

RECRUITMENT EXAMINATIONS INVIGILATORS wanted for May â&#x20AC;&#x201C; June 2014. Hours as required and mutually agreed. Grade 3 (APTC7-9) (ÂŁ6.6942 to ÂŁ7.1140 ph). Please contact Louise Morlidge, Gwernyfed High School Business Manager, for application form.

DBS checks are required. lmorlidge@gwernyfed-hs. powys.sch.uk. 01497 842003.

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