Local Beacon Issue 70 June 2015 by Local Beacon

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June 2015 • Issue 70

Newport Street, Hay-on-Wye, Hereford. Tel: 01497 820516 Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Llanfaes, Brecon, LD3 8LA. Tel: 01874 624161

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Hello I can proudly announce the safe arrival of Otis Freddie Badham, born on Friday 24th April weighing 8lb 4.5oz. It’s been a bit of a shock going back to the sleepless nights but Otis is worth every minute of deprived sleep. Big sister Cariad and big brother James adore him, they had both been hoping for a boy … although I think they thought he’d be playing footie with them by now. Thank you to everyone for their wishes, cards and gifts.

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We’ll soon be starting our next issue of Cariads Family Magazine.This will be our 4th issue. If you want to promote your business or event / class to families in time for the Summer holidays, please email or call us early June. This Summer issue will be out early July and run up until the October half term.To date we’ve had fantastic feedback, working well for advertisers and keeping local families well informed. See page 2.

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Kitty Keane’s Vintage Vintage And Handmade Crafts

01874 623849

North House, St Marys Street, Brecon LD3 7AA

Some great new advertisers have come on board the Local Beacon this month, our delightful sales lady Lynda has been extremely busy. Kitty Keane’s vintage and handmade crafts, see advert opposite. Empirical Plastering Services, page 2. GTP Waste Ltd, page 4. Powys Planning and Design, also page 4. Computer Tutor, Charlotte Laine, page 5. Raven Drama, see page 7. BPC Builders, also page 7. Elaine Arrowsmith curtain making service and soft furnishings, page 11. Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing club, page 25. We are glad to offer these, and our regular advertisers a platform in the local community. Please show your support. Congratulations to Chris Davies in his new position as MP. I have full confidence that he will represent local families in the fight for the correct future for our youngsters education. Enjoy, Lisa Marie Badham x (Photo above: Otis Freddie Badham)

Competition:

For the chance to WIN one of our 2016 Local Landscape Calendars, please complete the word search on page 20 and send to us by 16th June 2015. The winner will be picked at random.

(Winner of May Competition: Philip Price, Brecon and Louise Edwards, Hereford)

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Summer issue ...

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, June issue: • Restaurant Review at the Old Barn, Three Cocks • Annual Kilvert Pilgrimage Walk • Powys Carers ... And much much more. Just go to www.wyelocal.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover ...

local family magazine If you offer a service, a product or events & classes for children aged 0 - 12 years then Cariads Local Family Magazine is right up your street! Before the 2015 Summer Holidays, this magazine will be packed into the Children’s bags at their School or Nursery, going direct to the decision makers the parents or carers. We are the only magazine of this kind to go to both Primary Schools AND Nurseries in the following areas: Brecon, Bronllys, Builth, Clifford, Clyro, Crickhowell, Eardisley, Hay, Kington, Llangattock, Llangorse, Llangynidr, Llyswen, Michaelchurch, Peterchurch, Sennybridge, Talgarth and Whitney. Also delivered to local community points and tourist information centres for visiting families. A print run of 4000+ Going direct to your target audience Advertising Rates: 1/8 page ad: £30 1/4 page ad: £50 1/2 page ad: £80 1 page ad: £140 Inside cover ad: £170 Back cover ad: £240 Leaflet insert: £150 (all prices plus VAT)

15% discount if you book 3 consecutive issues

T. 01544 327716 E. advertising@cariadslocal.co.uk

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I certainly do not want my girls or anyone else’s children or grandchildren spending tiring hours on buses when they should be in the classroom. While that issue would not be quite as pressing in Brecon and environs, the principle will be one to which all parents will subscribe, I’m sure.

News from Chris Davies Your local MP It’s always a pleasure to write some copy when Lisa Marie reminds me that deadline is upon us. It’s a particular thrill to write for Local Beacon on this occasion as it offers me my first opportunity to record just how delighted I am to have been elected to represent our area at Westminster. Liz and I are so grateful that electors have placed their trust in me – I assure you that you will have an energetic and noisy champion.Thank you. In most ways, much more important than the General Election to local people is the battle that we face to make certain that our local children are best served as they move into High School. The uncertainty created by Powys County Council’s announcements about possible closures and mergers does nothing to provide our youngsters and their parents with any degree of confidence as to exactly where and how their secondary education will be organised.

Our School Governors and Head Teachers are not ones to be daunted by a challenge. As a Governor at Gwernyfed myself I have already made clear my unequivocal opposition to any changes in the form suggested; I do not apologise for promising to use every ounce of influence that being your Member of Parliament offers to work remove this giant shadow over the future of so much in our community in favour of an arrangement that offers the best possible education and the best facilities for all of those in our area. I have tried to emphasise the positive in my campaign for election. I repeat, we have so much to be positive about and if we all put our shoulder to the educational wheel (and to any number of other wheels as time moves on) we can achieve so much. Chris Davies

CHRIS DAVIES MP

Gwernyfed is a top class school with great staff, producing both excellent academic results and rounded youngsters who act as wonderful ambassadors for the area. By the same token, Brecon High has a long-established reputation for excellence and the school in its present form and all that is good about it must not be sacrificed on what looks at present to be little more than a whim. Not only do our local High Schools tick virtually every educational box, they form one of the cornerstones of our communities with pupils playing a big part in local sport, culture and voluntary initiatives. The creation of a ‘super school’ may have superficial attractions but one of the beauties of education in our area is that our children benefit from the personal touch of great and caring teachers.To sacrifice this in favour of a ‘behemoth’ school is something that we will all need to be convinced of before we accept any dictat from County Hall or Cardiff Bay. I am determined that my two daughters will go to Gwernyfed when they leave Hay Primary School;

Surgery times and other contact details will be published very shortly. In the meantime, if you have any issues you would like to discuss please contact me by way of:

Brecon and Radnorshire Conservative Association Office 4a Lion Yard, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7BA

Tel: 01874 624796 email: chrisdaviesMP@gmail.com

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DO YOU NEED YOUR SEPTIC TANK EMPTYING? Give us a call on 01874 690205 / 07469 187545 24hr Emergency Call Out

W: www.gtpwaste.co.uk E: admin@gtpwaste.co.uk Company Registration No. 9262906

POWYS PLANNING & DESIGN Planning Permission & Building Regulations

E x te n s io n s • N e w Bu i l d s • C o n v ers ion s • Ch an ge of Us e Professional Computerised Plans & Detailed Drawings Free Initial Consultation Visit our website for sample drawings

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News from

Kirsty Williams The election results earlier this month were obviously a great disappointment to me and the thousands of people across the country who campaigned for the Liberal Democrats.Whilst we will spend some time analysing the results and reconnecting with those people who felt they couldn’t support us this time, I want to first offer my own personal thanks to my friend Roger Williams. Roger was the MP for Brecon and Radnorshire for fourteen years, and was an excellent and faithful servant to this constituency, putting local people first and standing up for us in Westminster. Whilst Roger may no longer be an MP, I can assure you that he will be continuing to fight alongside me to stand up for local services and for the best interests of local people. He and I will continue to work together to fight the school closure plans that the Council is continuing to push ahead with. The confusion and uncertainty that this is causing parents, teachers but most importantly the pupils, is completely unacceptable. These plans are ill thought through and the Council must think again. Roger’s legacy as our MP is a great one.Thousands and thousands of people have been helped by him, with the amazing support of his staff both in Brecon and London. In Westminster, he fought tooth and nail for local farmers and battled to set up the supermarkets ombudsman trying to get a fair price for local produce. He voted to raise the tax threshold, give pensioners a fair deal and make sure our poorest pupils get the extra funding they need to get the best start in life. All these things were worth going into government for and have made a real difference to so many people’s lives. I want to say thank you to all those people who supported Roger and other Welsh Liberal Democrat candidates across the Country. Since 7th May, I’ve been overwhelmed by the messages of support that both Roger and I have received, and been motivated by the number of people who have offered to help and join our Party. Whether it is because they want to fight to protect the Human Rights Act, because they are passionate about arguing that we stay in the EU during any referendum campaign, or if it is because they think that Britain now, more than ever, needs a Liberal voice in our politics.

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Regent House Clyro Herefordshire HR3 5SB

Dave Thomas

Tel: 01497 820371

Email: wyecampers@hotmail.co.uk

Wye Campers We hire Vintage VW Campervans for Long & Short Breaks, Weddings & Special Occasions. Sit back, relax and drive a Vintage Volkswagen Visit our website for more information or call us today!

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Henderson Hall, Talybont-on-Usk, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7YQ 01803 267722

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Why not come along to Raven Drama? Raven Drama is an informal yet structured drama group where learning through creativity and spontaneity is encouraged and where smiles are the order of the day! Raven Drama is proud to prepare learners for LAMDA (London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art) exams and results so far, with three sets of exams sat with the Llangorse group alone during the past few months; have been outstanding. At present, there are two groups held at Llangorse Village Hall on Thursday evenings during term-time and Raven Drama is hoping to expand and grow over the next few months. If you would like a group to start up in your area, please get in touch. Raven Drama can: come into your school, college or residence and work peripatetically with learners from the age of five upwards to AS / A level and with adults, start up a weekly group either during the day or in the evenings or offer one-to-one tuition in English Language/ English Literature / Drama from KS2-KS5. The appeal with LAMDA lies in the fact that students are assessed practically and verbally with a globally recognised and accredited qualification with point score possible at Grade 6 and beyond. The participants gain valuable experience ranging from dealing with their own preexam nerves and preparing for a performance with a diverse range of material. All valuable life-skills at any age, both within and beyond the school and work setting. Raven Drama is also particularly keen to work with our older learners. Age is no restriction as LAMDA exams are also taken by people nearer to 100 than 10. If you, either as an individual or group, would like a taster session, Lynn would be more than happy to discuss any requirements. Lynn qualified as a teacher of English in 1996 in English from UWE, gaining her degree in Drama prior to this. She has recently left her teaching post of almost twenty years to focus on developing Raven Drama and bringing her love of teaching to learners – younger and older alike – in and around the Brecon, Crickhowell and Hay areas. Fully CRB checked. More details can be found at www.ravendrama.com and at http://www.lamda.org.uk.

www.ravendrama.com

A drama group for all Weekly sessions during term-time • Workshops One-to-one tuition offered in English / Drama Classes held weekly at:

Llangorse Village Hall, Thursdays Please see the website for times and more details

Tel: 07949 329 561 Email: lynn.clausen@btinternet.com

65 Years Experience in the Building Trade new Builds, extensions & conversions Refurbishments & renovations J L StephenS Ltd Tel: 01874 676268. Email: jlstephensltd@aol.com

JOE BLACKWELL A complete Building & Maintenance service Damp & Timber Treatment specialist Tel: 01874 409121 Mob: 07756146093 Web: bpcbuilders.co.uk Email: bcpbuilders@yahoo.com

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Brecon Cathedral Shop Priory Hill, Brecon LD3 9DP.

We offer a superb range of unique cards, stationery, books, confectionery, toys, clothing accessories, Myddfai and Caldey Island toiletries, local artists’ prints, cards and framed artwork, CDs, large range of Baptism/Confirmation gifts. We also have a new range of medieval-inspired gifts to celebrate the battle of Agincourt. The shop is situated in the historic Tithe barn, opposite the Cathedral, which also houses the Heritage Centre (available to hire). Pilgrims Tearooms is adjacent, which serves light lunches, cakes and tea/coffee. There is free parking for customers in the Cathedral’s car-park. Stained glass workshops at the Heritage Centre this summer. Check our website or Facebook page for details.

Shop and Heritage Centre hours: Mon-Sat 10.30am-4.00pm Sundays: 12.15-3.15pm www.breconcathedralshop.co.uk or contact 01874 625222. For services and events at the Cathedral go to: breconcathedral.org.uk

BRECON CATERING Outside catering at your own venue

Also cakes and bakes at Brecon Farmers Market

9.30am - 2pm

on May 9th & outside May 23rd Freshly griddled welshcakes at both markets

Contact Janet • Mob: 07970997904 • Web: breconcatering.co.uk • Email: breconcatering@gmail.com

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The Great Brecknock Pageant 20th June - Close your eyes and take a step back in time 600 years… the sun rises over the hills and turns the walls of Brecon’s Castle rosy in the early light. Sir John Merbury - Steward of the Lordship of Brecon stands at the top of the bailey and gazed across the Usk.The voices of the farmers rise on the clear air as they make their way over the bridge and through the town gates to set up their market stalls. Sir John pulls his cape closer round his shoulders, the bells of St John’s Priory ring out and the blacksmith’s hammer strikes in the forge below.

walk tall with pride. The Archers proudly carry their bow saves, no-one can beat a Welshman with his longbow but who is best in Brecon? Someone is coming! A cheer rises from the back of the crowd – Watkin Lloyd is here! The crowds part as the Trecastle men approach. ‘Raise the standard! Three cheers for Good King Harry!’

Brecon Cathedral

Brecon Town Centre

• Children’s Workshops, 10am -1pm - Go along and design your own shield, arm yourself and try out the games you would have played in the 15th Century.

• Farmers Market, 9.30am - 4pm - Wander the stalls and sellers of the Beacons.

• Cathedral and Tower Tours - Walk in the footsteps of the medieval monks, climb up inside the walls of the tower and look down on Brecon. • Medieval Encampment - See the fluttering banners and meet the bowmen about to depart for Agincourt! Try your hand with a bow, sample the pottage and hog roast, test your aim at the stocks! • Local Schools Artwork.

• Agincourt 600 Wales Exhibition – Discover the story of Brecon, the Archers, King Henry V and Agincourt! St Mary’s Church, 16th – 22nd June, 9am – 4.30 daily. • Street Entertainment, Soak up the atmosphere with music, performance and local characters, 9.30am – 2pm. • Brecknock Pageant Parade – Join the merry crowds as the Archers, Men-at-Arms and Lords of Brecon gather. The brave troops represented by local schools, guides and YFC will answer the call and march out of town and up to the Cathedral - 1pm. • W ere your family there? – A unique opportunity to take part in DNA research to map medieval Wales and it’s descendants!

Breathe deep! The market is in full swing, the sizzle of street food mingles with the animals brought to market. As the people gather there is an air of excitement and expectation. The ladies have tied the King’s colours in their hair, the Men-at-Arms

21st June - Feasting and Fun - Brecon Cathedral. Swap your Sunday Lunch for a banquet! Join them in the Tithe Barn and dine like kings and queens. Go in costume and receive a free dessert (2 course menu min purchase). 2 courses £14, 3 courses £17, Under 10’s half price. Table reservations recommended. 1pm. Contact 01874 610610. Photos by kind permission of Bryan Davies. Website: www.agincourt600wales.com Email: agincourt600brecon@gmail.com

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Hearty breakfast tips from LFHW

The Giddy

Many of us don’t eat breakfast and say lack of time is the main reason. However, these quick and easy tips will help all busy families survive the morning rush, and save money at the same time:

Pig

If you’ve bought fruit on offer and have more than you’ll eat immediately – like berries – try storing a punnet in the freezer ready to use a handful at a time in smoothies. Simply blitz from frozen. Bananas can also be frozen if they get too ripe or brown –peel before freezing and blend frozen with milk for a delicious healthy milkshake.Why not mash ripe bananas and spread on toast with a sprinkling of cinnamon, or chop and stir into porridge as a natural sweetener. Why not make a tasty batch of homemade muesli by combining porridge oats, nuts, seeds and dried fruit? Add grated apple and serve with milk or any plain or flavoured yoghurt that might need using up. Visit www.lovefoodhatewaste.com for more hints, tips and recipes.

SALES

SERVICE

HOG ROAST COMPANY Fully Mobile Hog Roast Catering Service for all Social occasions and events.

www.thegiddypig.com Get in touch to discuss your event 01874 658819 Meat supplied by W J George Butchers, Talgarth

INSTALLATION

The Fire and Stove Shop

At The Fire and Stove Shop we pride ourselves on the quality of the products that we sell. We are now proud suppliers of AGA and Rayburn products. Visit our showroom in Brecon for friendly, knowledgeable advice for all your solid fuel heating solutions. Find us at Old Surgery, St. Mary’s street, Brecon. Powys, LD3 7AA 01874622088 • brecon@decoheat.co.uk To advertise in the Local Beacon tel. 07775 898432 email. advertising@localbeacon.co.uk - 10 -

YOURhistory Elaine Arrowsmith Curtain Making Service Hand Made Headings Interlined Curtains Machine Made Curtains Roman Blinds Soft Furnishings Alterations and Repairs

Photo by permission of Brecon Cathedral

Measuring Up Service Available

01874 636656

Marching Through Brecon On 20th June there will be a pageant in Brecon to mark the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt. The battle took place on 25th October 1415 but the men who fought with Henry V had gathered months earlier. In June 1415, 10 men-at-arms, 13 mounted archers and 146 foot archers from Brecknock set off for the Solent on their way to France. One of these was Dafydd ap Llewelyn ap Hywel, known as Dafydd Gam, who was a long-time supporter of Henry V. Dafydd was killed during the Battle of Agincourt and is said to be the inspiration for Shakespeare’s Davy Gam and possibly Fluellen in Henry V. Another Welshman who died at Agincourt was Sir RogerVaughan of Bredwardine. He is commemorated in a stained glass window in Brecon Cathedral. His son also Roger lived at Tretower Court. An exhibition telling the story of the Welshmen who fought at the Battle of Agincourt will be in St Mary’s Church, Brecon 16th – 22nd June. For full details of all the events being organised as part of Agincourt 600 visit the website www.agincourt600wales.com. www.blfhs.co.uk Breconshire Local & Family History Society

elaineneedlework@hotmail.co.uk Elaine Arrowsmith Curtains and Soft Furnishings

Peter Evans Independent Funeral Director

Serving Brecon, Crickhowell and the Usk Valley Brookfield, Groesffordd, Brecon

Telephone:

(01874) 665608 (07831) 882699

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Cuprum Ltd Computer repairs New Computers and Laptops All computer supplies and parts 13 Ship Street Brecon 01874 611877 www.cuprum.co.uk

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What the election result means for your finances

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL ADVICE

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

While most people were braced for days, if not weeks, of political intrigue and plotting, the decisive Conservative election victory put an end to the uncertainty. But what does this mean for your money?

F SAVINGS & INVESTMENTS F RETIREMENT PLANNING

Personal Allowances - David Cameron promised to raise the personal allowance – the amount of income an individual can earn each year without paying income tax – from £10,600 today to £12,500 by 2020, a tax cut for about 30m people.

F MORTGAGES F INHERITANCE TAX MITIGATION F FAMILY PROTECTION Contact: t: 01874 611911 e: enquiries@beaconifa.co.uk w: beaconifa.co.uk

The level at which taxpayers will be caught by the 40% tax trap will increase from £42,385 today, to £50,000, again by 2020.

Directly authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority

Five-Year “Tax Lock” - There will be no increase to VAT, income tax or national insurances rates over the next five years under a “tax lock” pledge, with plans to introduce the new legislation within the first 100 days of the new parliament. Critics point out that legislation could be overturned under emergency measures to cut the deficit. Tax-Free Savings Allowance - A new “personal savings allowance” will let savers earn £1,000 of interest each year without paying tax. With interest rates at rock bottom this allowance has the same effect as holding roughly £30,000 in a cash ISA. Older People - The so-called “triple lock” on the state pension – this is, the pledge to raise it by inflation, wage growth or 2.5% every year, whichever is highest – will stay in force. It will be interesting to see how many of these commitments the Conservatives have stuck to by the end of this parliament. – Tom Russell – Director of Beacon IFA Ltd

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New in Town

Describe a typical day in your business: Every day is different and brings different challenges, from rodents in attics to wasps in bird boxes. In pest control, we treat so many different species that no two days are the same. The challenge is dealing with every different scenario correctly. The customer is often very upset with whichever pest problem they have, and are very glad to see me arrive. Any advice to new businesses in this area? Be prepared to work hard and treat your customers with respect, because without them, you haven’t a business.

Name of the business? Beacons Pest Control. Where are you based or which area do you work in? We are based in Defynnog, just outside Sennybridge. We cover Brecon, Crickhowell, Talgerth, Llandrindod, Ystradgynlais, Llandovery and all surrounding villages. Having worked for Powys County Council for 36 years covering these areas, we have an excellent geographical knowledge of the areas. Why Brecon and why did you decide to open this shop/business? Due to local government cut backs, my post with Powys County Council was made redundant. Lots of friends, work colleagues and previous customers, strongly encouraged me to start my own business. I have been a pest control officer for 17 years dealing with members of the public and thoroughly enjoy the challenges the job provides. There is enormous job satisfaction in solving the various problems we encounter and the relief and gratitude of the customer when the job is completed is immense. You would not believe how frightening a small creature can be to a large human being.

BEACONS PEST CONTROL 17 YEARS EXPERIENCE WITH POWYS COUNTY COUNCIL RSPH QUALIFIED AND FULLY INSURED MEMBER OF NPTA

AVAILABLE TO DEAL WITH ALL DOMESTIC PESTS, RATS, MICE, WASPS, FLEAS ETC

Covering Brecon and all surrounding areas

see www.beaconspestcontrol.co.uk or CALL WYN PRICE 01874 636305 / 07734309180 /wynprice62@yahoo.co.uk

What are some of the challenges you’ve encountered? The amount of paperwork involved and finding the right places to advertise and promote the business. Is this the first business you have launched? Yes it is. What type of education or experience helped you to open/run/manage this business? Having been qualified as a pest control officer for 17 years, and regularly attended refresher courses, I am very experienced at my job. I also worked in the council housing repair department as a carpenter for 19 years, so am able to solve structural problems where vermin access buildings. I’m a member of the NPTA, have a RSPH qualification, I’m fully insured and CRB checked.

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Interior Designers Established 1986

S u p p l i e r s o f m a d e t o m e a s u re • C u r t a i n s • B l i n d s • H e a d b o a rd s • L i g h t i n g • F u r n i t u re • Wa l l p a p e r Interior Design Service available Contact: 07785 334 007 Email: info@timothyaryan.com Please mention the Local Beacon when responding to adverts - 15 -

1 Steeple Lane, (next to St. Mary’s Church) Brecon LD3 7DJ Tel: 01874 623371 Fax: 01874 611195

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.”

PHONE: 01874

623371

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Orchestra goes from Agincourt to Hollywood After March’s hugely successful Tchaikovsky concer t, Brecknock Sinfonia finish their season in lighter mood with a selection of music from the cinema. The main work brings together film, Brecon’s history and classical music in William Walton’s suite for Olivier’s 1944 film of Shakespeare’s ‘Henry V’. From the jovial scenes at the Globe and the touching death of Falstaff to the nerve-tingling charge of the French cavalry, this is music for both the classical purist and casual listener. Similarly the Adagietto from Mahler’s Fifth Symphony, used by Visconti to accompany his stunning images of dawn over the lagoon in ‘Death in Venice’, is breathtaking music in its own right. Less well known but becoming ever more appreciated is the work of Erich Korngold. This child prodigy fled from Hitler to America and turned his skills to the emerging talkies of Hollywood and especially the swashbuckling adventures of Errol Flynn in ‘The Sea Hawk’. This 1940 film of the Elizabethan privateers’ resistance to the Spanish had a propaganda message for the British defiance of the Luftwaffe, and Korngold’s lush romantic score suppor ts this. More traditional film music is represented too. The orchestral suites from Cole Por ter’s ‘Kiss Me Kate’ and Richard Rodgers’ ‘Sound of Music’ present some much loved melodies, and the music from ‘Lord of the Rings’ and ‘Schindler’s List’ brings the programme well up to date. Michael Bell conducts and presents the evening with Laurence Kempton leading the full symphony orchestra. “We’re so lucky to have these wonderful concer ts on our doorstep”, and “I never knew they were this good” were some of the tributes paid at the last concer t. Join Brecknock Sinfonia’s growing audience at Brecon Cathedral on Saturday June 13th at 7.30 pm. Tickets are for sale at the door, £12 for adults, free for under 16s.

P.F.S. BRECON REPAIRS & SPARES SHOP, WORKSHOP COLLECTION & DELIVERY SERVICE, NEW & USED GARDEN MACHINERY & PETROL MOWERS AND QUAD BIKES AVAILABLE EXCELLENT AFTER SALES SERVICE

01874 610355

Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Brecon LD3 8LA

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CLAY SHOOTING

Animal Funeral Services

Woodland Park, Brecon www.wpshoot.co.uk EXPERT TUITION novice to experienced shooters

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

PRACTICE 100-clay automatic layout

Individual cremations can be carried out and returned on the same day.

FUN EVENTS Stag / Hen / Family Corporate sessions

Full range of caskets and memorials Equine collection and cremation service Farmers sharps and pharmi waste collection and disposal service

VOUCHERS a gift with a difference

For more information on our 24hr service call Rachael or Austin on 01544 340 277 or 07970875244

For more information about ordering a voucher or booking a session, please call Gill at 01874 623 602

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opposite to the old school, it was used for many years as the school canteen. In 2012 it was reopened to great acclaim after a major refurbishment. With it’s ample car parking area, disabled access & modern kitchen, it now boasts facilities second to none. It is used on a regular basis by many groups such as the WI,Table tennis group, Art and craft group, Camera club, Film club and Short mat bowls club, beside annual events like the Poultry whist drive, Harvest supper and Summer fayre. There are numerous other events held here and it is especially popular for private parties.

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TRALLONG “We’ll keep a welcome in the hillside” Trallong (Trallwng), is a small rural village approximately 5 miles west of Brecon, overlooking the Usk valley and forms part of the northern boundary of the Brecon Beacon’s National Park. It’s elevated, southerly aspect, makes for the most stunning views towards Pen Y Fan, as you can see from the photograph. The Community of around 360 inhabitants, is scattered over an area of about 5,906 hectares. In common with many other small villages, both the school and post office have closed in the last 35 yrs, but St. David’s Church and it’s hall still remain, providing a nucleus for village life.

Note our “Green “ credentials, generating electricity from the Solar P.V. panels on the roof! The well respected Trallong Eisteddfod and very successful Trallong Ladies choir, although sadly, for various reasons are now based outside the village, both began life here and still keep their title of origin. Trallong still retains much of its strong Community spirit. It is a very welcoming place, renowned for it’s hospitality. Those in the know will tell you that whatever event you attend, there will always be a friendly atmosphere and a plentiful supply of delicious food on offer. Hope to see you soon!

The beauty of our Church is in it’s simplicity. Built in the 13th century, it fell into disrepair and was extensively rebuilt in 1861. At that time, an Ogham stone was discovered being used as a lintel for one of the windows and is now displayed for all to see, on the right hand wall, just inside the Church doorway. This ancient Celtic artefact, together with the sub circular Churchyard wall, points to the existence of even earlier forms of Christian worship on this site. Today’s grade 2 listed Church, is relatively well maintained, having had a new slate roof in 2001 with support from the Heritage lottery fund. According to the Welsh Academy “Encyclopaedia of Wales,” Philip Powell who was hanged at Tyburn for his Roman Catholic faith, came from Trallong. These days we are much more civilised and welcome anyone wishing to join us in Sunday worship, whatever their religious denomination!! The Church Hall was built in 1936, on Glebe land at a cost of £875-10s and funded by the Churches ofTrallong and Penpont, together with loans from the Church Authorities and also donations from Parishioners. Being

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Believe it or not this is the same dog really. Maisy is our family 13 year old Wired Hair Fox Terrier who does not like having her photograph taken! This morning she was a ball of hair and looked 4 inches fatter and 4 inches shorter. Now after a lovely time with Les Gore at Short Bark and Sides, we have a very trim, sweet smelling little lady who seems to have lost those extra inches from everywhere. If only my trip to the hairdresser could have the same effect on my figure. Maisy has sensitive skin so needs shampoo suitable for sensitive skin, she also has warts that need avoiding and we prefer her not to have the traditional fox terrier beard as it gets very messy. All this information was duly noted by Les and taken in his stride and clearly dealt with as when we picked up Maisy, not only did she look fabulous she was also a very happy little lady. Short Bark and Sides is based about a mile outside Brecon in a purpose built grooming parlour, which is light airy and secure for your favourite pooch, there is ample parking and so it is easy to get to and drop off your dog. Lynda Like

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Brecon Mothers’ Union Time goes on and it is now 127 years since Brecon Branch was formed. Their aims are still the same: Suppor ting marriage, families and family life both through the Diocese and Mary Sumner House in London. “It is a help to know that any money sent to help projects abroad is always sent through M. U. workers so we know that it will go directly to where it is needed.” “We take part in the Wave of Prayer. With over 4 million members in more than 80 countries it means that on any day, at any time, somewhere a Branch is praying for other members and world peace.” Lesley Walker RADRTS, AIDTA

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At Swansea and Brecon Diocese they have 1,069 members.They support Safe Houses, Family Centres, Holidays for disadvantaged families, Wedding Fayres and issue Baptism and Marriage Guides. In 2014 Freshers’ Week at Swansea University was attended and members gave out mugs and cookery books to students and chatted with them- many of them away from home for the first time. Mothers’ Union will attend again this year.

BRECON Thursdays 5pm (NEW session) & 7pm, St Davids Hall, Beilihelig Road, Llanfaes Tel: Shelly 01874 622846 or 07980 259638

So their interests and those we try to help are very varied. If you would like to join them, they meet on the first Wednesday of the month at 2pm. in the Queen’s Room at The Diocesan Centre in Brecon. There is usually a speaker, a short time of prayer and lots of chat over tea and biscuits. You will be given a very warm welcome. A copy of our programme is on display in both Brecon Cathedral and St. Mary’s Church in the centre of Town. To end with a quotation from their Worldwide Leader : “Be kinder than necessary, or that you feel you need to be. Everyone is fighting some sor t of battle”

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STEVE COOK Painter & Decorator Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing is the newest Martial arts club in Brecon. Offering a new style of martial arts training by combining traditional martial arts with modern training techniques. Drawing on experience and techniques from Karate, Tae Kwon Do and MMA (mixed martial arts) Wolfpack Kickboxing finely blends the best elements of those styles and develops a unique kickboxing and exercise experience that promotes Self Defence, Confidence and Fitness. Training Times: Mondays 7pm – 8pm and Thursday 7pm – 8pm. Location – Harley’s Bars in Bell Lane, Brecon. Instructors are licenced, insured, DBS Checked, qualified in first aid, Martial Arts and external Training. First lesson is Free, all other lesson are £2.50 per person, all other costs for uniform, licence etc are kept to a minimum. Go and try it – It’s better to live one day as a Wolf than a lifetime as a Sheep. Suitable to Men and Women of all ages from age 6 upwards. All students are given a personal development plan which is reviewed quarterly.

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Wild in June

Protecting wildlife for the future occur but are the mainstays of our summer display. Hemlock does occur in wetter corners and the true Carrot can also be found occasionally as can wild Parsnip with similar but yellow flowers. Sweet Cicely is found in the eastern Black Mountains valleys.

Chaerophyllum Temulum There has been a good display of our native wildflowers on road verges for some time now. June is the time for Rough Chervil (pictured) to take over representing the Carrot Family from Cow Parsley which has been decorating the roadsides since early May. Later Upright Hedge-parsley will take on the role into the autumn. These are not the only members of the family to

Of course gardeners are not familiar with these flowers as they harvest the root crops long before a flowering stem is sent up in the following year to take advantage of the food stored in the roots. On the 13th June there is a meeting at one of the Brecknock Wildlife Trust’s most botanically rich reserves, Vicarage Meadows. Come along for a display of orchids and the rare and attractive Wood Bitter Vetch. Details are on the website at bit.ly/ bwtevents. John Crellin

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Roof Appeal 2015 Times are changing and as a community we have to change with them. St Mary’s Church has moved with the changes that life in the twenty first century has brought, by adapting the way we bring Christianity into our busy every day lives, St Mary’s Church opened it’s doors to the Tower cafe five years ago now, welcoming all denomination, and all ages young and old. And within the five years the cafe has built a good strong customer base of people that come in to the church not just for the food and drink it has to offer thats supplied locally but for the friendly surroundings it has to offer from the spiritual warmth of the building to the friendliness of the staff and cafe helpers. As some people are aware that in these times, as a community we have to help keep buildings like St Mary’s Church in the heart of Brecon town financed, and this is why the staff of St Mary’s church are doing a 12 hour cycle-a-thon through the night on 6th June to help and support the church in

raising money for the roof appeal. As the staff see on a day to day basis what the church has to offer to the Brecon community. “Thank you to Sarah and Martin Browne of SMB Beauty and Fitness, Brecon, for providing the bike for the evening.” If you feel that this is an effort worth supporting then perhaps you would like to sponsor them by making a donation on St Mary’s Just Giving page which is in the process of being set up or via Tower Café at St Mary’s Church, Brecon. “We would like to thank everyone for all their support and all those who visit us at the Tower Café.”

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Treberfydd House

Treberfydd House and Gardens open Saturday 27th June – Friday 10th July Gardens open 1pm - 6pm House Tours at 2pm & 4pm Teas Available House & Gardens: £5.50 Gardens only £3.50 Children under 14 free Sunday 28th June National Gardens Scheme day all proceeds to NGS charities

This summer, why not pay a visit to Treberfydd House, near Llangorse Lake? The house and gardens will be open from Saturday June 27th to Friday July 10th, with the gardens open from 1pm to 6pm during this time. Tours of the house will be at 2pm and 4pm. For more details, see the inset on this page.

Llangasty, LD3 7PX See www.treberfydd.com for details Telephone: 01874 730205 Email: info@treberfydd.com

On Sunday June 28th the house and gardens will be open as part of the National Gardens Scheme, and all proceeds will go to NGS charities. Treberfydd is regarded as one of the finest examples of a country house built during the Gothic Revival movement of the 19th century. Home to the same family since it was built in 1852, the Grade 1 listed house sits within 10 acres of private gardens and woodland. Treberfydd has some unusual trees, many of them planted when the house was built, and you can take a self guided tree tour which will take you through the grounds to find them. Tea and home made cakes will be available for you to enjoy outside, or in the Conservatory. Although a family home, Treberfydd House is available for weddings or other celebrations. Tours of the house & gardens by societies and groups can be arranged for any time during the year. We offer B&B for groups in the house, and self-catering in two beautifully-converted properties. For more information on any of these activities, please email us on info@treberfydd.com.

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At the beginning of the April meeting members were very saddened to learn that Pam Jones had died. A minute’s silence was observed.

Trallong & Penpont W.I. have had a number of excellent speakers at recent meetings. In February Frances Isaacs came to show examples of her beautiful quilts. In March our Treasurer Heather had prepared a quiz. April was Short Bowls night under the guidance of three of our members who regularly bowl in Sennybridge.

Congratulations were extended to all who had competed at the W.I. Show, their entries were of a very high standard. The speaker for the evening was Veronica Gibson whose subject title was ‘Inspiration for Art’. She spent some time in Hertfordshire and then moved to Cardiff where she was employed by Welsh National Opera learning three-dimensional skills. Her next career move was to teach art in secondary schools. She now teaches art in workshops, her favourite medium being oils. Veronica’s advice to everyone was ‘paint what you love’. Fiona Rodger proposed the vote of thanks. Lynne Jones won the best hand decorated egg and also the raffle prize. Written by Mariane Morgan

Several members competed in the W.I. Show on Easter Saturday. There was a larger number of members present at the May meeting to hear all about Cheryl Williams’ trip to Canada when she and her husband had travelled right across Canada by train and had then taken a 7-day cruise around Alaska. Our next meeting is on June 3rd at 7pm in Trallong Church Hall when Sally Morris will speak about the excellent work done at Usk House in Brecon. Visitors to this and every meeting are welcomed with open arms.

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Tips for Gardeners Flower Garden 2 Tie in sweet peas and other climbing plants. 2 Fill in gaps in the border with bedding plants, herbaceous perennial and shrubs. 2 Cut back spring flowering perennials. 2 Prune spring flowering shrubs. Kitchen Garden 2 Sow crops such as swede, cauliflower, lettuce, peas etc. 2 Some early potatoes will be ready to harvest now. 2 Continue pulling rhubarb until the end of June, then give it a rest to recover its strength. Greenhouse 2 Put up greenhouse shading in preparation for sunny days. 2 Plant crops such as tomatoes and cucumbers into containers. 2 Keep a close eye on the watering and feed regularly. 2 Keep well ventilated. 2 Damp down regularly to increase humidity. The Lawn 2 Remove weeds. 2 Mow lawns weekly, gradually reducing the height of the cut. 2Green up the lawn with a soluble lawn food. General Advice 2 Ensure newly planted trees and shrubs are watered well. 2 Scoop duckweed and algae off ponds with a net or a sieve. 2 Ensure a good supply of fresh water for wild birds. 2 Sit back and appreciate your hard work so far. Article supplied by The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks.

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BRECON Poets: PETER BROOKE This month’s poem is by Peter Brooke, an artist and a writer on art, religion and politics, whose website is www.british-values.com. Peter will be leading a discussion on ‘The illness and cure of the soul in the Orthodox tradition’ at the Three Horseshoes on Thursday 18th June.

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ON A PHOTOGRAPH OF ERNEST BEVIN AT THE AGE OF FOURTEEN You can see it in his later photos Once you’ve seen it here. Here it’s very clear. His eyes are elsewhere. The young man in his bow tie, His waistcoat and his watch and chain, The orphan boy, Put out to work at the age of ten Already the pose of a statesman. But his eyes are looking beyond that. I wish I could say I was living in the future he is looking at. 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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YOUR ONE STOP SHOP Since April Brecknock YFC Youth Forum have been extremely busy fundraising. The group of under 18 members organised and ran an under 18’s Dance at the Jubilee Hall, Llanelewedd. The event went very well and members and non-members enjoyed socialising. The Youth Forum are now preparing for their summer camp out which will be part of an exchange they are going to have with Pembrokeshire YFC. Five members of the Youth Forum will be joining Radnor YFC in a trip to Berlin from the 3rd – 6th August. This year Brecknock YFC have put together a small team of members to edit, design and produce their annual Brecknock Beacon. This move will hopefully save the County money on the production of the Year Book. Many local businesses have supported by advertising and the team have been working very hard to make the Beacon a great success. The finished Beacon will be on sale Rally Day. The National Annual Convention proved to be most enjoyable for all who attended. Forty members from Brecknock travelled to Torquay during April to join the thousands of members from across the UK. Good fun was had by all! Sports Day took place this month and included; Ladies netball, mixed hockey, dodge ball and Kwik Cricket. Clubs turned out in force to enjoy a full day of sport with Erwood YFC winning the netball, Pontfaen YFC winning the dodge ball, SennybridgeYFC winning the Kwik Cricket and Troedrhiwdalar YFC winning the hockey. Teams will now go forward to represent the County in the Wales YFC Sports Day on the 21st June 2015. The main focus is now on the annual Rally which will take place on Saturday 6th June 2015; hosted by Llanigon YFC at Dan-y-Comin Farm, Felindre by kind permission of Mr Derek Davies, Miss Cheryl Lloyd and family. The host family and club have been working very hard in preparing the site and look forward to welcoming everyone on Rally Day.

Situated on the main A40 between Brecon & Llandovery Visit our welcoming Café which serves all day breakfasts, Homemade main meals, puddings, cakes, & freshly ground coffee Always check our specials board Over 60’s special – Every Tuesday OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK TAKE-AWAY AVAILABLE FREE WI-FI CONNECTION Also on site, LONDIS SHOP with

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Key & UK Fuel cards accepted 01874 636267 Equestrian, safety and wet weather gear available At Sennybridge Trading Co. Defynnog Road Sennybridge Stockist of Kozi Kidz wet gear & Hoggs of Fife country wear 01874 636497

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SALES

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Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks 1pm - 4pm

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(Sellers from mid-day • Buyers from 1pm)

1st & 3rd Saturday of each month. Our remaing dates are:

June 6th & 20th • July 4th & 18th August 1st & 15th • September 5th & 19th The NEW venue offers:

• A large outdoor space for dry weather • A large indoor space for wet weather • Refreshments stall • Free parking for buyers • Toilets on site • Disabled access £6 per car • £10 per van • No booking required Contact 01544 327716 • www.cariadslocal.co.uk

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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. 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. www. girlguiding.org.uk Brecon Athletics Club: 6 – 8pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Kath Crane 01874 623677. Brownies: 6 – 7.30pm in Brecon. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding. org.uk/brownies. Take pART – Veronica Gibson teaches painting: 6 – 8pm. Unit 28 Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate, Brecon. Contact 01874 610643 / 610825. Brecon Bridge Club: 6.45pm.Brecon Rugby Club, Watton, Brecon. New members and visitors are always welcome. Contact Chris Forbes 01874 622158. Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 - 8pm. Harley’s Bars, Bell Lane, Brecon. Suitable for adults and children aged 6 upwards. £2.50 per lesson (1st lesson free). Contact 07739 474327. Alive & Kickin’ Community Choir: 7 – 9pm.The Old Museum, Brecon. Everyone aged 10 and up who wants to sing is most welcome. £5 per session. Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. 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 Badminton: 9.30 – 11.30am. Brecon Leisure Centre. Friendly group meet weekly, (term-time only). All ages and abilities welcome. Equipment provided. £2.50 per session. Contact Gen Tyler 01874 690460. 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. Story Time: 11 – 11.30am. Brecon Library. Free and all ages welcome. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 12noon – 1pm. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 / 07748 568402. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 1.30 – 3pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course.The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s St. Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 / 07748 568402. Free help with NHS hearingaids: (First Tuesday of the month) 2 – 4pm. St Mary’s, Brecon. Contact 02920 333034. DAI y Bannau: 4pm. Theatre Brycheiniog, Brecon. A Multimedia Theatre group that aims to develop and enhance the skills of young people in relation to performing arts and multimedia theatre. Ages 7+. Contact 07846 446268. Alive & Kickin’ Youth Choir: 4 – 5pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Children aged 6 – 10 years. The sessions will include professional voice and body warm ups as well as pop, acapella and original songs. Great for building confidence and

self-esteem and is for anyone who wants to sing and have fun! No need to read music. All songs taught by ear. £3 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Alive & Kickin’ Youth Choir: 5 – 6.15pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Children aged 11 – 16 years. The sessions will include professional voice and body warm ups as well as pop, acapella and original songs. Great for building confidence and self-esteem and is for anyone who wants to sing and have fun! No need to read music. All songs taught by ear. £4 per session. Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Brecon Tennis Club: 5.30 – 7.30pm at Brecon Leisure Centre. Free to members, £2 to nonmembers. All levels welcome. Contact Bryan 07817 002318. Brownies: 5.45 – 7.15pm in Brecon. Age 7 to 10. www. girlguiding.org.uk/brownies. Samba Brecon: 6 – 8pm. A lively, friendly community percussion band which meets to play Afro-Brazilian rhythms on a weekly basis. New members are always welcome. No previous experience needed. First taster session is free. £4 per session. Contact Glenn 07971 398727 / Catherine 01874 625422. 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.

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What’s on: during the week 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. Shukokan Karate: 7.15 – 8pm beginners, 8 – 9pm intermediates, 9 – 10pm seniors & adults. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Paul Jones 01874 623677. Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm. Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts & veterans welcome. Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995. Brecon Basketball Club: 8 – 9pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact Roger Norris 01874 623677. WEDNESDAY AberhondduAngels (A youngWI group): (First Weds of the month) WI Office, Lion St., Brecon. Follow on Facebook for updates. StitchTogether: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month): 10am – 5pm. The Muse, Brecon. Everyone welcome. A Community Sewing group – knitting, dressmaking, crocheting, etc. Up cycling material, sharing ideas, conversation, tea, coffee and cake as well as a chance to sew, knit and chat in a friendly environment. Contact Charlie 07967343619. Trallong Art and Craft Group: (Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday each 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. Contact Joy 01874 636125. Visual Impairment Breconshire: (Every 2nd & 4th Weds in the month) 1.30 – 3.30pm. Watton Presbyterian Schoolroom. Contact 01874 624949.

“Looking Good in the Walled Garden” – A Walk around the Walled Garden: 2pm and 3pm.The Walled Garden, Treberfydd. A walk to see and discuss what is looking good and what we are doing next, followed by tea and cake. No need to book. Contact 01874 730169. The Mothers Union: (1st Weds 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 & 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. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. £7 or £35 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 / 07748 568402.

Slimming World: 6.30pm. Glangrwyney Village Hall, Crickhowell Road. Contact Joan 01873 812053. The Alternative Business Club: (Alternate Weds) 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, £5 each session after. Contact 01874 636986. 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.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. Aberhonddu Women’s Institute (first Wednesday of the month): 7.30pm. Watton Church Schoolroom. A friendly group of ladies who have an interesting programme planned for the current year. Contact 01874 623820. The Brecon Singers – Rehearsals: (term time only) 7.30 – 9.30pm. Neuadd Goffa, Christ College Brecon. We are now rehearsing Rossini’s Petite Messe Solonelle for our concert on 7th November. Visit www.breconsingers.com. Contact 01874 658332. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Meditation”: 7.45 – 8.15pm. The Well-Being Centre, First Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402. Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact 01874 623677.

What’s on: during the week THURSDAY

Probus Club of Brecon: 10am. The Castle of Brecon Hotel. Brecon Breastfeeding Support – BIBs: 10am – 12pm. The Muse, Brecon. Brecon U3A: (Term time only) Morning session 10.30am. Afternoon sessions at 1.15pm & 2.30pm, each 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. £5 or £25 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 / 07748 568402. Slimming World: 5pm and 7pm. St David’s Hall, Bailihelig Road, Llanfaes, Brecon. Contact Shelley 01874 622846 / 07980 259638. Football for Girls: 5.30 – 6.15pm (Years 1, 2, 3). 6.15 – 7pm (Years 4, 5, 6, 7) at Brecon Leisure Centre. Ages 5 – 12. Contact Anthony Thornley 07854 012841 / Jemma Alderson 07836 501925. Brownies: 5.30 – 7pm in Brecon. Age 7 to 10. www.girlguiding. org.uk/brownies. Ladies Bowling: 6pm. (Until September). 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. Contact Linda 07813 523579 / 01874 624126. Gwernyfed Ladies Rugby Training: 6pm (U15’s girls), 6.30pm (U18’s), 6.45 (Ladies). Gwernyfed Rugby Club, Talgarth. Fun, challenging and

exciting. No experience is required. Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6.30 – 8pm. The Well-Being Centre, First Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday and Friday. BreconYouth Centre, Cradoc Road. Activities: Arts and crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 11-25. 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. Wolfpack Freestyle Kickboxing Club: 7 - 8pm. Harley’s Bars, Bell Lane, Brecon. Suitable for adults and children aged 6 upwards. £2.50 per lesson (1st lesson free). Contact 07739 474327. Club Night: 7.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Home to a rich variety of groups & societies. Contact 01497 821762. Brecon & Glanusk Explorer Scouts:(Term time) 7.45 – 9pm.We provide scouting for 14 – 18 yearolds, meeting either in Crickhowell or Brecon (lifts are usually available). 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: 4.15 – 5.45pm. Brecon Leisure Centre.Trampoline activities. Contact Sue Goodhead 01874 623677. Social Bowling: 6pm. (present – September). Brecon Bowling Club. No experience needed. All ages, gender & abilities welcome, equipment available but flat soled shoes (no heel) must be worn. Coaches available, CRB checked. Adults £2, Juniors 60p. Contact Linda 07813 523579 or 01874 624126. SATURDAY Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 10 – 11.30am. £7 or £35 for a six week course. The Well-Being Centre, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 / 07748 568402. Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Yoga for Pregnancy”: 12noon - 1pm. The Well-Being Centre, First Floor, Old Post Office, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402. Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Assistance on Family History Research: (3rd Sat in the month) Mornings. Brecon Library. No appointments needed, just drop in for one-to-one advice 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.

What’s on: during the month DURING THE MONTH Monday 1st June Brecon Film Society presents: Leviathan: 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. Tuesday 2nd June “Artists and the Theatre”Brecknock Decorative & Fine Arts Society: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. The theatre exer ts an irresistible pull for painters and sculptors through the ages. Annual Membership of Society £40. Visitors welcome, £7.50 per lecture. Contact Deborah Cogger 01874 625679. Wednesday 3rd June Breconshire Local & Family History Society - AGM and Talk on Hay-on-Wye: 2 – 4pm. Brecon Library (Upstairs Room). Following the business of the AGM, Alan Nichols will give a short talk on Hay-on-Wye as an introduction for the outing in July. Trallong and Penpont WI: 7pm. Trallong Church Hall. Sally Morris will speak about the excellent work done at Usk House in Brecon. Visitors to this and every meeting are welcome. See article on page 33. Friday 5th June Organ Recital – Geogg Howells: 1pm. Brecon Cathedral. Free admission. Retiring collection. Saturday 6th June Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School,Three Cocks. (All weather venue). Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 42.

Brecknock Young Farmers’ Club Annual Rally (Hosted by Llanigon YFC): Dan-y-Comin Farm, Felindre by kind permission of Mr Derek Davies, Miss Cheryl Lloyd and family. See article on page 41. Sunday 7th June Life of Riley: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. Monday 8th –

Sunday 14th June Carers Week: Powys Carers Service is the local voluntary organisation that offers free and confidential support, with information, advice, advocacy & counselling.Young Carers can meet in groups, have support at school and access trips and activities. Both adult and young Carers report a whole range of benefits from being involved with Powys Carers Service. Contact 01597 823800. Friday 12th June Piano Recital – Paul Israel: 1pm. Brecon Cathedral. Free admission. Retiring collection. Saturday 13th June Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Market Hall. Contact 07805 375636.Visit www.brecknockfarmersmarket. co.uk. See advert on page 31. Brecknock Wildlife Trust Meeting: Vicarage Meadows. One of our most botanically rich reserves. Come along for a display of orchids and the rare and attractive Wood Bitter Vetch. Visit www.brecknockwildlifetrust. org.uk. See article on page 27. Brecknock Sinfonia Concert ‘A Night at the Movies’: 7.30pm. Brecon Cathedral. Conductor: Michael Bell. Tickets £12 (Under

16 free), available on the door. See advert and article on page 17. Sunday 14th June

Talyllyn Open Gardens: 2 – 6pm. The Old Railway Station, Drostre & Glynderi. In aid of Cancer Research Wales & St. Michael’s Church Llanfihangel-Talyllyn. Entry £3. Features plant sales, teas, railway exhibition and art display. Monday 15th June Llangasty Retreat House Drop in Day: 10am – 4pm. Llangasty Retreat House, Llangasty, Brecon, An opportunity to pause for prayer and personal reflection.Tea/ coffee provided, bring own lunch. Free entrance. Eucharist at noon. Contact 01874 658250. Tuesday 16th June Brecon Jazz Club presents: Gareth Roberts (trombone) with the Dave Jones Trio: 8pm. Brecon Jazz Bar, Theatr Brycheiniog, Innovative, engaging, and great musical communication. Admission £7 on door to include raffle. Contact 01874 611622. Tuesday 16th – Monday 22nd June Agincourt 600 Wales Exhibition: 9am – 4.30pm daily. St. Mary’s Church, Brecon. Discover the story of Brecon, the Archers, King Henry V & Agincourt. Visit www.agincour t600wales.com. See articles on pages 9 and 11. Thursday 18th June

Honddu Dippers: 5.30 – 7.30pm. Meet at Watergate Car Park, Brecon. Litter picking around Brecon town. Join us for a social stroll & help keep Brecon beautiful. Contact Charlie Searl 01874 611858, Gareth Ellis 01874 611039 or Gerwyn Davies 07989 303493.

What’s on: during the month / next month Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Peter Brooke, founder and leading member of the Group, will talk and lead a discussion on the illness and cure of the soul in the Orthodox tradition. All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874. See article on page 37. Friday 19th June

Coffee Morning: 9am – 12 noon. Bishop Bevan Hall, Brecon. All proceeds in Aid of St Mary’s Church Brecon Roof Appeal. Antiques Valuation Day and Sale of Old and Collectable Items with “Halls”: 11am – 3pm. Castle Hotel, Brecon. Proceeds to Usk House with St David’s Hospice Care. Contact Sally Morris 01874 611717. Recital by Ama Vocal Trio: 1pm. Brecon Cathedral. Free admission. Retiring collection. Saturday 20th June

The Great Brecknock Pageant: All day – For full listing of events and times please see page 9. Brecon Cathedral and BreconTown Centre. Visit www.agincourt600wales.com. See articles on pages 9 and 11. Special Agincourt Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 4pm. Brecon Town Centre. Contact 07805 375636. See article on page 9 and advert on page 31. Rose Day: Talks at 11am and 1pm: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Free talks by Gareth Davies, RNRS Rose advisor and judge. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside back cover. Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. (All weather venue). Cars £6, vans £10. No

booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 42. Sunday 21st June

Medieval Feast: 1pm. The Tithe Barn, Pilgrims, Cathedral Close, Brecon. Join us for feasting & fun in the Tithe Barn. Contact 01874 610610. See advert on page 8 & article on page 9. Brecon Town Band: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. Tuesday 23rd June Friends of Brecon and District Mind – “PAT (Pets as Therapy) for Wellbeing”: 7pm. The Muse, Glamorgan Street, Brecon. Tracey Brooks will talk about the ‘pets as therapy’ work she does with her dog Betty. Come and meet this inspiring duo! A ‘bring & share’ supper will follow. £5 (Friends £2). Contact 01874 611529. Wednesday 24th June

Brecon Poetry Group: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Come along and if you wish read your recent poems. Contact John Harries 01874 622874. Friday 26th June Recital by Cambrian Consort of Viols: 1pm. Brecon Cathedral. Free admission. Retiring collection. Summer Wine and Desserts Evening: The Old Railway Line Garden Centre, Three Cocks. Taste a variety of summer wines & desserts with wine expert Ian Hudson. Booking essential, £7.50 pp. Contact 01497 847055. See advert inside back cover. Pub Quiz in support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Entry fee £1 pp. All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

Saturday 27th June Brecknock Farmers Market: 9.30am – 2pm. Brecon Town Centre. Contact 07805 375636. See advert on page 31. Hay-on-Wye Summer Food Festival: 10am – 4.30pm. Memorial Car Park, Hay. Free entry. Contact Andrew Powell 07779 012019. See advert on back cover. Coffee Morning: 10am - 1pm. Guild Hall Brecon. In aid of RP Fighting Blindness. The charity provides information & support to people affected by Retinitis Pigmentosa, also funding for research at several centres across the country. Saturday 27th June – Friday 10th July Treberfydd House and Gardens Open: 1pm – 6pm (Gardens), House tours at 2pm and 4pm. Treberfydd House, Llangasty. Contact 01874 730205. See article and advert on page 31. Sunday 28th June Brecon High School Drama and Music: 2pm. Brecon Bandstand, The Promenade. Free admission. Contact 01874 622884. Wednesday 1st July Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Outing to Hay-on-Wye: A chance to find some of the hidden corners & amazing stories of this local town. A charge will be made and booking required. Saturday 4th July Car Boot Sale: 1 – 4pm (Sellers from midday): Gwernyfed High School, Three Cocks. (All weather venue). Cars £6, vans £10. No booking required. Contact 01544 327716. See advert on page 42.

FOR SALE LENOVO TABLET (TAB A7). Boxed, unused, and brand new. Worth £80 but will sell for £60. Tel: 01982 560235 or 07818 808445. MOUNTAIN BIKE. Good condition, 26” x 1.95 tyres. £40. Tel: 01874 624997. PENALTY SHOUT OUT GAME. £5. Tel: 01874 624997. SPIDERMAN ACTION GAME. Excellent condition, in box. Suits 6 - 10 yrs. £7. Tel: 01874 624997. MOONGOSE BMX BIKE. Bought last year hardly used, left in garage, sleek black, fully working. Offers around £70. Tel: 01874 658591. MOTOR CYCLE HELMET. As new. £40. Tel: 01497 847267. MOTOR CYCLE LEATHER JACKET. Medium. £35. Tel: 01497 847267. MOTOR CYCLE LEATHER TROUSERS. 38” waist. £20. Tel: 01497 847267. MOBILITY SCOOTER. ‘Road Knight’. Midi 4 wheel. Only used 5 times. £300.00 ONO. Tel: 01497 820278. LOVELY OAK TABLE WITH DRAWER AND SHELF (w.29.5”, d 15”, h 30”) £50. 01874 620606. BEECH BENTWOOD COAT AND HAT STAND. Suit bathroom, bedroom or hall. £75.00. Tel: 01874 620606. BURLEY FLUELESS GAS FIRE. With brass surround and remote control. As new £200, (cost £600). Tel: 01874 620606. NEW PHILIPS ELECTRIC JUICER. £25. Tel: 01874 620606. KENWOOD FOOD PROCESSOR (as new – basic model). £35. Tel: 01874 620606. DFS RED LEATHER CORNER SOFA. Excellent condition. Cost over £2000 new will sell for £350. Please ring Gareth on 07794 408548 for further information. Can be viewed in Bronllys. SPIDERMAN PUSH-BIKE. Black. Suit 5-6 yrs. £20 Tel: 07958 211 047. MOUNTAIN BIKE. Red & Grey. 6 years old. Suit 8-9 yrs. £25. Tel: 07958 211 047. 1 PAIR CRICKET WHITES. 100% polyester, 28-30” waist, 31” inside leg. Tel: 07780677299. 1 PAIR SHORT WHITE SPORTS SOCKS. Medium. Nearly new. £7. Tel: 07780677299.

RED IKEA CHAIR & FOOTSTOOL. Red corderoy fabric. Removable covers. Metal solid legs. Great condition. Selling due to lack of space. Collection from Winforton or could deliver for small fee. £50. Tel: 01544 327716.

WANTED PLASTIC FOOTBALL GOALS. In good condition. Tel: 01874 754236.

USEFUL NUMBERS

Brecon Medical Group Practice...... 01874 622121 Dyfed-Powys Police ........................................................ 101 Brecon Advice Centre....................... 01874 624595 Hay Medical Centre .............................. 01497 822100 Dyfed-Powys Police................................................101 National Grid Gas (Gas Leaks) ......... 0800 111999 National Grid Gas (Gas Leaks)..............0800 111999 Powys Citizens’ Advice Bureau ..... 0845 601 8421 Powys Citizens’ Advice Bureau........ 0845 601 8421 RSPCA .......................................................... 0300 1234 999 Powys County Council............................. 01597 827 460 Samaritans National Helpline .............08457 909090 RSPCA.................................................. 0300 1234 999 Scottish Power ......................................... Samaritans National Helpline........... 08452 08457 722424 909090 Talgarth Medical.................................... Centre ..................... 01874 Scottish Power. 08452 713000 722424 Welsh Water..................................................08000 Water........................................ 08000 520130

Distribution...............08000 ..............08000 520400 520400 Western Power Distribution

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