Local Beacon Issue 60 / August 2014 by Local Beacon

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August 2014 • Issue 60

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Welcome To our August issue.

The children have broken up from School and you’ll be a couple of weeks into the Summer Holidays. Many local families will have received a copy of our NEW publication, Cariads Local Family Magazine in your child’s school bag at the end of term. Being packed full of activity ideas, days out, articles, puzzles, what’s on listings and much more – we hope it proves to be very useful to you as a family. With digging deep into the local goings, I myself have the Summer Holidays sussed for Cariad (2) and James (10)! If your child isn’t at Nursery or School, don’t despair, you can collect a copy from the local library or tourist information centre. Or you can read it on-line go to our Facebook Page for more details. Remember there is a great competition prize for mum or dad: fancy a Spa Day for two? Be sure to send us your entry by the end of August if you think you deserve a break.

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6th & 20th Sep

Brecon Jazz celebrates its 30th anniversary this year – surely that’s more reason to support this local event? It may be that you were a regular attendee in the early years. What with the Captain’s Walk venue making a comeback, perhaps you’d like a trip down memory lane! A few local venues have shared their line ups with our readers, many offering free entry! Before you think it’s an error of ours, Haystack requested their advert that way – turn to page 23 to see what I mean! Don’t forget on Sunday 10th August there will be a Jazz Canal Cruise if you’d like to escape the crowds in the town ... August is also the main month for local shows and events and this issue is laced with them! Brecon County Show kicking things off on 2nd August. Let’s hope the weather is kind, the beverages are chilled and we can enjoy a day out with family and friends. Enjoy,

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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, August issue: • Glasbury Arts • Bronllys Hospital League of Friends

Wheelie Cool

Bikes, Bands & BBQ at Talybont September 14 12.00 – 4.00pm Henderson Hall LD3 7YQ

• Boughrood Harness Racing • Hay Hotfooters

Come and watch Talybont’s own Matti Hemming showing off his flatland BMX skills, test the newly constructed BMX circuit, compete in the mountain bike skills competition, drool over an impressive collection of Raleigh Burners – all to music!

• Steam & Vintage Rally ... And much much more.

Boughrood Harness Races

Official opening of BMX circuit • Stunt Bike Show by Matti Hemmings – Flatland BMXer • Music by Safely Insane and Fingertrap • Retro Raleigh Burner Display Mountain Bike Skills competition • BBQ

Sunday 17th August

£2 off entry if you show this advert.

Bring Your Bikes! Matti Hemmings, a leading light and professional BMX Flatlander (breakdancing on a bike), will show off his skills during the afternoon. Matti currently holds the Guinness World Records Title of Most BMX Cliffhanger Spins (one foot on the handlebars) In One Minute with 56 spins (awesome!).

Boughrood Court Farm Boughrood, LD3 0YG

The canal will be buzzing throughout the day as participants make their way towards their goal, cheered on by locals and their team support. Please come along and support them – they would appreciate the encouragement. The finish of the Canalathon challenge will be at the Canal Basin in Brecon, with Music on the Water.

Admission £10 under 16s are free First Race is 1pm Free Parking, Bar and Catering and Bookmakers in attendance A Great Day out for the Whole Family!

A LL WE LC OME . Refreshment services will be available

For further information: 07884 115339 lee.w.price@powys.gov.uk Wales & West Harness Racing Association

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News from Roger Williams MP The Government recently published its plan for the final year of this Parliament. This included much welcomed news on a wide variety of issues, such as direct elections to National Parks, investment in infrastructure and help for smaller businesses. However, it also announced the Government’s intention to finally introduce a Recall Bill which would allow voters a say on whether their MP should be sacked. This is something that I believe is necessary if we are to put trust back into our politics.The expenses scandal in 2009 rocked the public’s trust in their elected representatives, and a number of other scandals since have not helped the reputation of MPs. Without a way for the public to hold their representative to account, other than once every five years, scepticism in politics will only grow. However, I believe these plans do not go far enough. Under the plans announced in the Queen’s Speech, voters could trigger a by-election if a petition is signed by 10% of constituents, but only if their MP received a custodian sentence of up to 12 months or if the House of Commons resolved that he or she should face a recall petition.

radiotherapy unit. The new £7.7 million satellite radiotherapy service will bring cancer services closer to people in Powys, allowing the hospital to provide thousands of treatment sessions a year for the majority of local patients. Currently, many patients have to travel to Cheltenham for radiotherapy treatment. I am glad that patients from Powys will no longer have to make this long and stressful journey. On top of that, patients could get stuck in Cheltenham for an entire day as they waited for other patients to receive their treatment before travelling back. That situation was unacceptable. Kirsty Williams and I have campaigned with the people of Brecon and Radnorshire, and particularly the Bracken Trust, for this new facility. This is an example of cross-border healthcare at its best. The new radiotherapy unit will open in August 2014.

I believe this is too weak and I am supporting a rival version. Last week I sat on a Backbench Initiative Committee of 21 MPs of seven political parties, which met to scrutinise the draft law. Constituents should have the right to test public opinion in their area and if it is strong enough, get rid of their Member of Parliament before the next election. Being elected to represent my home area is a huge honour and I believe a strong recall process could go a long way in restoring trust in politics. I would encourage everyone to take a look at the Bill and to send me their thoughts and suggestions so that we can make this Bill as thorough and effective as possible. Last week, I welcomed the news that Hereford County Hospital is to get a new, purpose-built

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September 14th

2.00 – 8.00pm Brecon Canal Basin The Canal Basin at Brecon is the finish point of the 33 mile Canalathon. A public event will be staged to celebrate the end of the challenge and congratulate those taking part. A platform over the water (specially erected by HMS of Brecon) will be the stage on which bands will perform throughout the day.

Performances 1.00pm Cooper & Co 2.00pm Tell Tale 3.00pm Uskulele Brecon 4.00pm Jeff Alderman 5.00pm Alive & Kicking Community Choir 6.00pm Safely Insane 7.00pm Mike & Johnny Bird

As well as our popular ‘Absolute Beginner’ bag classes, we also run all day ‘Intro to dressmaking patterns’ workshops, a ‘Get to grips with zips’ class and a new for September ‘Draft your own aline skirt’ class. From September there will also be regular UFO days and Saturday afternoons where you can bring your own dressmaking project and sew socially with friendly support. Currently classes are held at Groesfford Village Hall with new venues in Crickhowell and Sennybridge area coming soon! Please call or email for further details, dates and availability

Refreshments will be available throughout the day. The canal will be buzzing throughout the day as participants make their way towards their goal. Come along and cheer the participants as they complete the 33 mile challenge, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy the music.

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500 Competitors take to the hills…

The WAAT4 Challenge is a walking event which is held every year in the Brecon Beacons. It starts and finishes at Brecon Rugby Club but in between, competitors need to navigate 30km or 40km around the Beacons (which incorporates Pen-y Fan) through a number of checkpoints on route. It is an arduous event and anyone can take part.

This year, teams from all over the UK took part, including a large number of the local community showing their support and the event proved to be a huge success with 97 teams taking part, some 502 competitors in total. Over the last few years it has raised just under £130,000 for various charities and good causes and this year all monies raised will go out to the much needed Charities such as Brecon Mountain Rescue and Wales Air Ambulance and many local good causes. On Saturday 21st June, it started with the 40km teams arriving at the start point at 06:30am to check their maps and pick up their packs. At 07:00am the claxon sounded across the air with a loud cheer as the competitors began the arduous 40km route. At 07:30am the less demanding 30km teams began to arrive for last minute checks. Once again, on the sound of the horn and a loud cheer, the teams began the 30km route. This year’s weather was the total opposite of last year’s. This year the competitors had to deal with the heat and some say it was perfect walking weather. However, throughout the day the event safety officers monitored the route and with an extra checkpoint added for safety, and extra water on hand, the moral of the competitors was kept up. This was clear to see when the photographs came back towards the end of the day. Many beaming smiles caught on camera! Once again this year has been a great success and it is hoped we can add another £30,000 to the total. Should Members of the Public wish to make a donation to the WAAT4 – You can do this via our online secure payment facility at www.waat4.co.uk

The Old School Tea Room High Street, Defynnog LD3 8SL 01874 638360 The Tea Room is under new management and is now open. We provide home-made and locally produced food and have a large dedicated children’s indoor play area, outdoor seating and free WiFi. The Tea Room can also be used as a meeting venue in the evenings and during the day by arrangement. Gluten free and vegetarian options always available along with a variety of non-dairy alternatives. Afternoon tea can be pre-booked and we also provide takeaway drinks and cakes. We also offer an O.A.P discount of 15% on a Wednesday between 12-3:30pm. Please check the website and ‘like’ the Facebook page for opening hours, sample menu and more details.

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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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Fantastic turn out for Taste the Beacons Over 40 people attended the launch of Taste the Beacons at Penpont near Brecon, to learn the latest in food trends and menu design. The event was organised by Brecon Beacons Tourism to encourage local businesses to include more original local content in their food offer. Specialist food consultant Nerys Howell provided some inspirational ideas and messages to stimulate thinking, including where to source local produce, and some ideas for local menus including savoury and sweet courses, plus drinks. The session covered top tips on how to use local food when writing up menus, including the need to be specific using the source of the ingredients, incorporating the Welsh language, and making the most of the Brecon Beacons location, history, characters and myths.

and a selection of local cheeses. The event was kindly funded by Tourism Partnership Mid Wales and the Welsh Government as part of the Mid Wales Local Food Talks. Brecon Beacons Tourism will be showcasing the very best recipes from local businesses over the coming months to visitors coming to the area. If you have a recipe that reflects Taste of the Beacons, please send to marketing@ breconbeaconstourism.co.uk

“ Courses included Black Mountain Lamb and Spring Green Rice, Brecon Venison Pie with Rosti Topping” Nerys also presented a live food demo, managing to cook a 3 course meal in less than an hour! Courses included Black Mountain Lamb and Spring Green Rice, Brecon Venison Pie with Rosti Topping and Leices Aberhonddu – Brecon Lightcakes. All of these recipes can be found on the Brecon Beacons Tourism member website www.breconbeaconstourism.org Everyone attending sampled the delights of a range of local produce including Coity Bach sausages, venison from the Welsh Venison Centre, Mirandas Pickles, Cowboy Pickles, Aber Valley Apple Juice, Penpont organic garden produce,Talgarth Mill bread

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August Bank Holiday Sunday 24th

Admission £5.00, OAPs & 5-16yr olds £2.00, Under 5s Free FREE PARKING Gates Open 9:00am

Great day out Llangynidr Agricultural Show August 24th. Sheep, cattle and horse competitions; garden and craft show; farmers’ market; axe racing; dog agility displays; alpacas; mini steam train rides and lots more family entertainment. Gates open at 9am. £5 adults, £2 OAPs, 5-16yr olds (under 5s free). Free parking. www.llangynidrshow.org and Twitter @ LlangynidrShow

Llangynidr Village Hall & Surrounding Show Fields SatNav NP8 1LS. Find us just off the A40 between Brecon and Crickhowell. Only 6 miles from the Heads of the Valleys (take B4560).

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Inheritance Tax Thousands more people are likely to be hit with inheritance tax to pay for an extension in state support for elderly care, under new plans by the coalition

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The Government has proposed to limit the contribution that individuals make to their care home fees to £75,000. No charges will be made for those with assets under £123,000.This will be good news for those who want to ensure that they leave their home to their family. Fees are typically up to £1,000 a week, so substantial bills can soon be racked up.

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Everyone knows the Government is not awash with money and it is proposed that the cost of meeting care home fees will be funded from other savings. The first thing to note is that the new rules will not come into force for several years.The Government is also planning a cut in Inheritance Tax allowances.

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Anybody bequeathing more than £325,000, or £650,000 for couples, has to pay 40 per cent tax on anything over those levels. This figure has not been raised since April 2009 despite inflation. By not increasing it for several more years the Government aims to raise the tax to pay for the care home bill.

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Inheritance Tax is often referred to as the “voluntary tax”.This is mainly due to the various tax concessions that are on offer. The main exemption is the 7 year rule. As long as an individual gifts an asset 7 years before death the asset will fall out of their estate for IHT purposes. If the individual wants to retain control of an asset while still being sheltered from IHT then there are various trust wrappers available. For those with all of their capital tied-up in property an equity release scheme could be a viable option to release funds. This cash would then have to be gifted or spent. Whether Care Home Fee planning or Inheritance Tax planning is your priority at least the position is a little clearer following the Governments’ announcement. – Tom Russell – Director of Beacon IFA Ltd

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Brecknock History Week Brecknock History Week 5th – 14th September will be marked with a series of events including a pop-up museum in Hay; the opening of Talyllyn Railway Station grounds; guided tours of Brecon Masonic Hall and the chance to climb to the top of the Church Tower in Builth. There will also be an exhibition upstairs in Brecon Library with a display about the Home Front.

“ Pop-up museum in Hay; the opening of Talyllyn Railway Station grounds; guided tours of Brecon Masonic Hall” Across Breconshire, there will be a number of displays telling the ‘stories behind the stones’. Memorials in our towns and villages list the names of the many men of Breconshire who fell during World War I. A hundred years later, local people have been looking into the lives of the men behind the names. Llangynidr, Crickhowell, Brecon, Ystradgynlais and Builth among other towns can now tell the stories during Brecknock History Week. For details of all the events please pick up a booklet from any Library, tourist information centre and many other outlets.

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Late Summer 80’s evening at

Bishop’s Meadow Featuring rewind to the 80s vocalist. Tickets will include a disco and two course meal....with pimms on arrival. Saturday 20th September at 7pm till late tickets £22.50 Come and relive the classic sounds of the 80s. Call us for more details of for tickets

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Wild in August

Protecting wildlife for the future

The Lapwing has more names than any other British bird, some from its broad wings and distinctive way of flying. Others such as Peewit and Peasiewheep mimic its calls, the Welsh Cornchwiglen and Cornish Horneywink stem from its curved crest, and Green Plover reflects the glossy sheen on its black feathers. The many names show this was once a very common and familiar bird. Its eggs were a delicacy for the rich and a source of basic food or income for the common people. Adult birds were shot and netted in great numbers. Mrs.Beeton wrote that the London market was â&#x20AC;&#x153;sometimes so much glutted with them that they are sold very cheapâ&#x20AC;?. But the British breeding population has fallen by more than 50% in the last 25 years. In Breconshire the decline goes back at least to the 1920s, and recently fell from an estimated 220 pairs in 1990 to fewer than 20 in 2012. Modern farmland is generally unsuitable for Lapwings to nest.

I enjoyed watching Lapwing chicks in a wet field at Llangorse this summer. A regular flock gathers at Brechfa Pool now. For the latest bird news see www.brecknockbirds.co.uk. Article by Keith Noble

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Award Students from Penmaes Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award students from Penmaes were thrilled to receive a cheque for £3000 from Mr Patrick Blake of the Rotary Club, Brecon. The Rotary Club has supported Penmaes Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards for the past three years. Last year’s Gold group went to Romania and received their awards in St James’ Palace in November.This year’s group – Lloyd Crawley, Gareth Bull, Dylan Jones, Martin Rutherford and Sam McGinty in the photo – completed their residential trip in Cardiff and are preparing for their final expedition of camping, walking and cycling next week. This year there have also been six students undertaking their Silver Award and fifteen who have started their Bronze Award. Mrs Kay, headteacher said ‘It is wonderful to have such support from the Rotary Club. Each year the award is becoming more popular as an option in school and we are delighted that the Rotary Club helps us.The students learn many new skills, develop greater independence and gain a great deal of self confidence through the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award – it is a great achievement for them all. Thank you Rotarians!’

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Brecknock Play Network Summer Play Sessions 2014 Monday 11th August

10.30am-1pm

The Glebe Field, Llanfihangel Tallylyn

Monday 11th August

2pm-4.30pm

Glasbury Play Area, Glasbury-On-Wye

Thursday 14th August

10.30am-1pm

Theatre Play Park, Brecon

Thursday 14th August

2-4.30pm

Trecastle Play Area, Trecastle

Friday 15th August

10.30am-1pm

Football Club Play Area, Talgarth

Monday 18th August

10.30am-1pm

Village Hall, Llangorse

Monday 18th August

2pm-4.30pm

Village Hall, Upper Chapel

Quality open access play sessions run by qualified play workers. All children 8yrs and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. All session Free of Charge. All ages welcome, from babies to teenagers Open Access Play to include den building, parachute games, arts and craft, messy play, face painting, badge making and lots, lots more. A time for fun, laughter and friendship. For further information please contact Sharon Pritchard Mob; 07423 822 671 or email; brecknockplaynetwork@gmail.com

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Recipe: from Nerys Howells Lamb Black Mountain en Rice and Spring Gre

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APTAIN’S WALK STROLLS BACK INTO BRECON JAZZ With Brecon Jazz 2014 celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, one of the outdoor venues that is synonymous with the festival, the Captain’s Walk is making a comeback with a programme of big band and party music on the Saturday August 9 and Sunday and a special day ticket that allows fans to stroll in an out of the venue throughout the day for just £25. This year’s Brecon Jazz features headliners Burt Bacharach, Gregory Porter, Laura Mvula, Loose Tubes and a whole lot more. The Captain’s Walk stage line-up includes Mike Harries Root Doctors who played at the very first Brecon Jazz in 1984, British trombonist Dennis Rollins with his fine Velocity Trio, the Ollie Howell Quintet, European Young Artists’ Jazz Award winner Beats & Pieces Big Band, the 19-strong James Clark’s Lonely Hearts Rugby Clwb, the sounds of South African Jazz from the Township Comets Featuring Pinise Saul, Imperial Kikiristan, the world acclaimed group from the impossible nation of Kikiristan, and Rhythms of the City, the UK’s premier samba percussion group. With high profile national and international awards to their name (Best UK Newcomer

at the 2013 Jazz FM Awards & European Young Artists’ Jazz Award at 2011 Burghausen International Jazz Festival, Germany) and consistent audience and critical acclaim for their performances across the UK and Europe, the Beats & Pieces Big Band are fast becoming one of the country’s most talked about Jazz groups. Mike Harries Root Doctors, in a former guise, represented home-grown talent at Brecon Jazz ’84, and Mike himself is a Welsh Jazz institution who has been performing since the 1940s. Harries brought his new band The Root Doctors to Brecon in 1987. You can still trace their New Orleans and deep-south starting point, but they have evolved a unique show of magic and madness. British trombonist Dennis Rollins brings his fine trio, Dennis Rollins’ Velocity Trio to Brecon’s revived Captain’s walk outdoor venue, with the virtuoso cutting loose in the company of Hammond organist Ross Stanley and drummer Pedro Segundo. Another big band lined up for the Captain’s Walk stage are James Clark’s Lonely Hearts Rugby Clwb, a 19-strong band who thrill audiences with a mix of South African,

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Township Comets Featuring Pinise Saul - with their fiery infectious sound grounded in the irresistible harmony of South African Jazz, the Township Comets have achieved a distinctive presence on the London Jazz scene. Formed by South African pianist/harmonica player Adam Glasser and trumpeter Chris Batchelor, the Comets also features virtuoso alto saxophonist Jason Yarde. Joining the Comets will be Pinise Saul, the great South African vocalist, known as the “Queen of African Jazz”; a remarkable singer who fuses African traditional harmonies and contemporary rhythms to create a style that is uniquely hers.

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Rhythms of the City is the UK’s premier samba percussion group, playing traditional songs, rhythms and dances of Brazil alongside styles that do not normally belong with heavy street percussion - afrobeat, soca, salsa, reggae funk and hip-hop. The Captain’s Walk identity dates back to the Napoleonic Wars, when French prisoners incarcerated in the town took their exercise there. By day it is now a car park, but on one weekend in August it will be the liveliest place in town.

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Pilgrims LICENSED TEA ROOMS AND OUTSIDE CATERING

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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. 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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AZZ IT UP WITH A CANAL CRUISE!

Last year’s Jazz Cruise along the Brecon canal was such a sellout success that Brecon based company, Good Day Out, is holding another during the Jazz Festival weekend. Taking place on the Dragonfly boat, guests will float along whilst taking in the stunning canalside scenery and wildlife, and enjoying complimentary nibbles and a couple of glasses of wine or soft drinks. This year’s entertainment will be provided by the charismatic singer Tony Royale, performing a selection of classic swing and traditional jazz songs. Singer, Tony Royale from Aberdare says, “This is my idea of a perfect day. Lounging around on the beautiful Brecon Canal, a glass of wine and plenty of top class swing music.” The Jazz Cruise doesn’t only provide a welcome break from the crowds in Brecon town, but like all Good Day Out activities and events, a good cause will benefit. Usk House Hospice receives a donation from the sale of every ticket to help support their excellent work in Brecon. Good Day Out founder, Julia Blazer says, “It’s great to take part in the festival but it’s also good to give something back to the community, and this is a wonderful way of doing so.” The Jazz Cruise takes place on Sunday 10th August 3pm and while places may be available on the day it’s best to book in advance.Visit www.gooddayout. co.uk or call 01874 749092 for more information and other fun and interesting days out.

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Matthews Jeweller of Brecon

• Jewellery Design, Repair and Remodelling • Pearl and Bead Rethreading • Watch and Clock Repairs • Engraving and Trophies Tel: 01874 623332 Email: ndmatthews@btconnect.com Web: www.matthewsjeweller.co.uk

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The services we offer are: Cleaning Caretaking Key Holding Laundry Service Basic DIY & Maintenance Offices Holiday lets Private homes New Builds

• 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... Michelle Lloyd Michelle was brought up in Llanfihangel Talyllyn went to school in Gwernyfed, trained as a hairdresser in Newton College, worked in Powys before returning to Brecon to work at Lexy Barbers as a Gents barber and hairdresser Place of birth? Brecon Where do you live now? Brecon Marital status? Divorced

If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Australia List five goals on your life’s to-do list: Just to do plenty of things with my two daughters and all my family Name one regret you have: No regrets

Occupation? Hairdresser and Barber Children? Tamara and Georgia aged 22 & 18 Pets? Suki the cat What was your favourite childhood television programme? Scooby Doo Are you a collector of anything? Elephants and Fairies If you could be any animal, what would you be and why? Wild Cat because they are so intriging If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Invisible What is usually your first thought when you wake up? I wonder what the today will bring What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? My Family Do you believe in ghosts? Yes Most exciting thing you’ve won? £25.00 on a scratchcard Two lessons life has taught you? Life has taught me lots What makes you grumpy? Grumpy People

Name one thing you miss about being a kid: Having my father around Name one thing you love about being an adult: Being a mum What’s your favourite song of the moment? Katy Perry Roar What’s your favourite song of all time? Father and son by Cat Stevens What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Good film or eat out What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Laze around Have any hidden talents? No What would be your dream job? A dancer If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Halle What have you done today to make you feel proud? Making people feel better about themselves Sum yourself up in five words: Caring, Independent, Friendly, Giving and Loving

Teenage crush? George Michael You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? My Family Have any bad habits? Smoking Which bad habits drive you crazy? Biting nails Do you believe in the afterlife? Don’t know What book would you recommend to others? Twilight book loved them Best present ever received? My Children List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: Legs

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The shop is situated in the historic Tithe barn, opposite the Cathedral, which also houses the Exhibition Centre (available to hire). Pilgrims Tearooms is adjacent, which serves light lunches, cakes and tea/coffee. There is free parking for customers in the Cathedralâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s car-park.

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39A Bus is Going Bust!

Pete’s Carpets

39A is the Sunday bus service which runs between Brecon and Hereford, travelling via Hay and Talgarth. The service is due to be scrapped in September due to shrinking budgets at Powys and Herefordshire County Councils. Currently the bus service is subsidised to the tune of £14,000 a year. This may sounds like a lot of money but it’s a small price to pay for maintaining a vital public transport link between our communities. The bus also keeps the tills ringing in local shops and cafes. The 39a carried well over 3000 passengers in the year 2012-13. Research suggests that the average spend per head for bus passengers on a “day out” in this region is £38. So every £1 of subsidy could bring up to £8 of revenue into the area. Losing the bus service could have a serious impact on Sunday traders in towns and communities along the route.

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The current Sunday service is convenient for tourists spending a Saturday night in the area, and links in well with the railhead at Hereford. A lack of public transport on Sundays would leave car-less visitors stranded. In recent years, a number of carfree walks and activities have been developed in order to boost sustainable tourism in the Brecon Beacons and the Marches. We need the transport infrastructure to support these initiatives!

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Add all this up and it’s easy to see that withdrawing the 39A has a major negative impact on the health of communities along the route.

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What can you do? An action group has been formed to try to save the 39A. To safeguard the bus service we need to come up with an innovative, community led initiative. In the first year, this is likely to include raising money through pledges made by local residents and businesses. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch via email to bus39a@gmail.com

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Do you need to learn basic Cookery? Here is your chance! Teaching people to cook meals, become more independent, to interact and rebuild confidence by meeting other people is the aim of a 7 week cookery course which the Rotary Club of Brecon is embarking on in September. This would typically suit those recently bereaved. 10th September is the expected start day of the free course tutored by an experienced professional.This will be an introductory session and it’s so public spirited of Brecon High School to support the project by making its Cookery Room available after school hours. Anyone interested should contact anneingham999@ hotmail.co.uk on a first come first served basis.

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green fingers landscape professional landscaping service All aspects of hard and soft landscaping from groundworks to finished highly detailed work. Including drives, walling, patios, lawns, fencing, water features, planting, drainage. Quality of workmanship, attention to detail and customer satisfaction are paramount.

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Jokes of the Month

Saturday 2nd August 2014

by Father & Son

(Colan & James Badham) A magician was working on a cruise ship in the Caribbean. The audience was different each week so he did same tricks over and over. The problem was, the captain’s parrot saw all the shows and began to understand how the magician did every trick. He started shouting in the middle of the show: ‘Look, it’s not the same hat. Look, he’s hiding the flowers under the table. Hey, why are all the cards the ace of spades?’ The magician was furious but, as it was the captain’s parrot, he could do nothing. Then one day the ship sank and the magician found himself floating on a piece of wood with the parrot. They glared at each other but said nothing. Finally, after a week, the parrot said: ‘OK, I give up. Where’s the boat?’

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News from Brecknock YFC Open until 8pm on Saturdays from July 26th for wood fired pizzas Erwood

Sennybridge

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Brecknock YFC held a Community Project Weekend on the weekend of June 28th following a challenge set by Kate Miles, Wales YFC Chairman for counties to focus more on community work. The Community Project Day saw each of the 13 clubs in the county carry out different events within their area.The events were as follows: • Beulah YFC held a “Blooming Great Tea Par ty” in aid of Marie Curie • BuilthYFC held a mini concert with tea and cake at Brynhyfred Care Home. • Bwlch & CrickhowellYFC held a Community Village Treasure Hunt followed by a BBQ • Erwood YFC held a coffee morning and a “cash for clothes” • Libanus YFC got together to clean and weed the local area • Llandefalle YFC helped their community by cleaning the local hall. • Llanigon YFC held a litter pick • Pontfaen YFC tidied the church yard • Sennybridge YFC joint with Trecastle YFC and cleaned the local recycling area. •TalgarthYFC held a litter pick • Troedrhiwdalar YFC cleaned up the local church yard • Ystradfellte YFC did a litter pick. Photos by Andrew Bufton

Our artisan bread is now available at Brecon’s new Bijou Deli Café. Call in for an order form. talgarth mill, the square, talgarth, ld3 0bw Booking essential: 01874

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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BRECON Poets:

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CHRISTINE ROBERTS “I had a farm in Africa...” Christine Roberts lived in a 22 hectare property in the Waterberge mountains, north of Pretoria. She had a big, stonefloored house, two Great Danes, a swimming-pool that gleamed aqua-blue under the glare of a hot sun in a clear, cobalt sky. Christine was a farmer’s wife and had three sons. Now she lives alone in a bungalow in Brecon, over-looked by the cool, green Welsh mountains, “…far distant from all that I have loved and lost”. The High Tower Today will be the same as yesterday, Tomorrow will be the same as today, Dawn will break over the amber seas, And the ships will sail away. Rain will fall from a linen sky, Dripping through the silent trees, The busy crowds will shop and buy, And the priest will pray upon his knees. Babies will fret and mothers soothe, And lovers in bed will lie, But not I, not I, Here in my tower above it all, Each day glides by, and by, Like waves rolling upon miles of shore. The day does not stop, nor wait for me, It cares not for my dreams of tomorrow Or yesterday’s hoarded memories. Today cannot ease the burden of sorrow That aches since he went away, The day makes me wait, and wait, But tomorrow will be the same as today…

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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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Sudoko Place the numbers so that each row, column and box contains the numbers 1-9...good luck.

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of the neighbouring village of Llechfaen, with new houses in Groesffordd, thus starting the expansion of the village. More houses were built in the 1960s and 1970s, by which time it also had a post office and local shop.

FOCUS

Lanhamlach Community Hall, known locally as Groesffordd Hall, because of its location in the village, was built through the efforts of the local residents to provide a venue for learning and leisure. Many activities were held here, a youth club, plus bingo and whist drives. It has recently been renovated and is now a bright warm venue for many new events.Two art classes, a metal detecting group, the WI Quilters, the Fushia/Gardening group and many private functions now take advantage of these facilities. Plus a new sewing class has just started.

GROESFFORDD

Groesffordd village nestles in the Usk valley, two miles east of Brecon, and around five hundred yards from the Brecon to Monmouth Canal. It has beautiful panoramic views of the mountains which stretch from Mynydd Iltyd in the west across the Brecon Beacons to Llangynidr in the east.

“ The pub is the oldest recorded building in the village, it was recorded as a dwelling house, brewhouse and blacksmith’s”

The annual village show, which began in 1977, started by Mr Les Rees and a group of friends was held in the hall on August Bank Holiday Sunday, for local residents to show their gardening and domestic skills. The show is still running, although now it exhibits in two marquees with the hall used for refreshments. There are small side shows, children’s sports and games. This year’s show takes place on 24th August and will also include a children’s fancy dress competition.

The village is home to some 150 residents, with a community village hall and local pub. The pub is the oldest recorded building in the village dating back to 1797 when it was known as TUY AR Y GROESFIRDD (The house on the cross ways). In 1830 it was recorded as a dwelling house, brewhouse and blacksmith’s. In 1864 the Mid Wales Railways built Groesffordd Halt, the last stop before Brecon on a spur line of the GWR Oswestry to Aberystwyth line. Prior to its closure in 1962 it carried both freight and passengers, with trains running twice a day. Because of its proximity to the railway halt and a bus stop, it was decided in the 1950s, to replace the unmodernised dwellings

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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. Take pART – Veronica Gibson teaches painting: 6 – 8pm. Unit 28

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. Gentle and slow movements, 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.

Ffrwdgrech Industrial Estate Brecon LD3 8LA UK. Contact 01874 610643 or 610825. 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.

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What’s on: during the week 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 Weds 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 Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 821134. The Proper Pizza Company @ Talybont Stores and Canalside Café: 6 – 9pm.Talybont-on-Usk. Slimming World: 6.30pm. Glangrwyney Village 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: 7.30 – 9.30pm (Term time only). Neuadd Goffa, Christ College, Brecon. Brecon Singers start their new term on 10th September 2014. We shall be rehearsing ChrisWilliams’ Tsunami Requiem and Rutter’s Requiem to perform in Brecon Cathedral on 15th November. Join us if you love to sing. No auditions. Contact 01874 658332 or visit www.breconsingers.com. Brecon Racketeers (badminton): 8 – 10pm. Brecon Leisure Centre. Contact 01874 623677.

What’s on: during the week / month 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. The Proper Pizza Company @ Talybont Stores and Canalside Café: 6 – 9pm.Talybont-on-Usk. 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, 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. The Proper Pizza Company @ Talybont Stores and Canalside Café: 6 – 9pm.Talybont-on-Usk.

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. The Proper Pizza Company @ Talybont Stores and Canalside Café: 6 – 9pm.Talybont-on-Usk. 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 Friday 1st August Music on the Meadow: 7.30pm (Doors open 6.30pm). Muttley’s Barn, Wernwyn, Builth Wells, LD2 3RX. Featuring The New Jersey Boys, who will take us on a musical tribute journey through Franki Valli, Queen and Showaddywaddy. Licensed bar. Grand Raffle will be drawn during the concert. Tickets £10, available from the Flower Shop in Builth Wells, and Jean or Muttley at Wernwyn. Contact 01982 552165. Saturday 2nd August Brecon County Show: 6am exhibitors, 8am public. The Showground, The Watton Fields, Brecon. See advert on page 35. Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am – 12noon. Hay Primary School. Sellers from 8.45am. Buyers from

What’s on: during the month 9.30am. £6 per boot, £12 per van. Refreshments stall. Contact 07971 446632. See advert on page 1. Monday 4th – Friday 8th August Street Theatre Summer School: 10am – 4pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. 14years +. Contact 01874 611622. Wednesday 6th August Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Brecon Remembers World War I: 2 – 4pm. Brecon Library (Upstairs Room). Over the past year, Steve Morris and members from U3A have been researching the men of Brecon who fell in World War I. A short profile has been prepared for each of the men, including some remarkable stories. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th August Brecknock Farmers Market – “The Brecon Jazz Market”. Brecon Town Centre. Contact 07805 375636.Visit www.brecknockfarmersremarket. co.uk. See advert on page 7. Sunday 10th August Steam & Vintage Rally: From 9.30am. Boatside Farm, Hay, HR3 5RS. Contact 01874 711110 or 07796 108006. Brecon Jazz Club: 12 noon – 9.30pm.The Guildhall, Brecon, LD3 7LA. Brecon Jazz Club ‘Festival’ concerts – Dominic Norcross & Jean-paul Gard; Lady Nade & the Silhouettes Remi Harris Gypsy Jazz Project; Jim Barber trio meets Bluesy Susie & special guests. Tickets: www.breconjazz.com or at Theatr Brycheiniog. Contact 01874 611622. “Grand Final” Brecon’s Got Talent – Variety Competition: 1pm. The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon. Monday 11th August Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 10.30am –

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FRIDAY 8TH AUGUST

Lushtones: 1pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Bob Gallie: 3pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Ruth Bowen with Craig Webb: 7.45pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. The Mists of Time: 8pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry.

SATURDAY 9TH AUGUST

Penniless Cove: 12 noon. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Garth Mountain Boys: 12.30pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Running On Empty: 3pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. The Adamant Band in Cathedral Close: 3pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Morriston Big Band: 3.30pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Hershel’s Barn: 5pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Art Themen with The John Gibbon Trio and special guest Dick Pearce: 6pm. Plough Chapel, Lion Street, Brecon LD3 7AU. Tickets £10 only available on the door. The Bones of Saint James: 7pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary

Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Garth Mountain Boys: 7pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Soundstorm: 9pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry.

SUNDAY 10TH AUGUST

John Eyre: 12 noon. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Ty Walker Band: 1pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Alive and Kickin’ Choir: 2.45pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Hideaway Trio: 3pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. The Jazz Cruise – Tony Royale: 3pm. Dragonfly Boat - On The Brecon Canal. Advance booking recommended. Visit www. gooddayout.co.uk. Contact 01874 749092. Samba Brecon: 3.20pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. TBC: 3.45pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. McCarthyism: 5pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Moonlight Drive: 6pm. Northcote Con Club, 5 St Mary Street Brecon LD3 7AA. Free entry. Bob Gallie: 6.30pm. Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. Hershel’s Barn: 7.45pm: Pilgrims Tearooms, Cathedral Close, Brecon LD3 9DP. Free entry. See articles and adverts on pages 22 – 26.

What’s on: during the month / next month 1pm. The Glebe Field, Llanfihangel Tallylyn. See advert on page 17. Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 2 - 4.30pm Glasbury Play Area, Glasbury. See advert on page 17. Tuesday 12th August Children’s Art & Craft Activities: 10am – 12 noon and 2 – 4pm. Brecknock Museum. For children 5 – 11 years. Free entrance. Drop in event, but children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact 01874 624121. Thursday 14th August Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 10.30am – 1pm.Theatre Play Park, Brecon. See advert on page 17. Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 2 – 4.30pm. Trecastle Play Area, Trecastle. See advert on page 17. Friday 15th August Greenman Family Workshop with Penny Turnbull: 10am – 5pm. Artist Penny Turnbull will show you how to make wizard wands and shakers, flower power headbands, Greenman face masks, funky festival jewellery and bunting, flags and wind socks to decorate your tent. Per child: £5 per morning (10am – 1pm) or afternoon (2-5pm), or £10 all day. Age guide: up to 10 years old. Spaces are limited. Children aged 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Accompanying adults are free. Refreshments served. Contact 01873 811579. Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 10.30am – 1pm. Football Club Play Area, Talgarth. See advert on page 17. Saturday 16th August Wye Local Car Boot Sale: 9.30am – 12noon. Hay Primary School. Sellers from 8.45am. Buyers from

9.30am. £6 per boot, £12 per van. Refreshments stall. Contact 07971 446632. See advert on page 1. Llyswen & Boughrood Show: Judging from 10am, show opens 12 noon. Classes for ponies, sheep, cattle, dogs, fur & feather. A marquee full of the best vegetables, flowers, cookery, art & craft and photographs. Also fancy dress, sports and a special kid zone for children with lots for side shows to browse. Promises to be a great day out for the whole family. Bwlch Gardening Association 36th Annual Show: 2 – 4pm (Entries 10am – 12 noon). All Saints Church, Bwlch. Catalogues available. Sunday 17th August Llanfihangel Talyllyn and Llanwern Summer Fete: 2pm. The Glebe Field, Llanfihangel Talyllyn Coconut shy, hoopla, tea tent, barbecue, hooking ducks, skittles, Punch and Judy, bouncy castle, Beat the Goalie and so much more! Free admission and plenty of fun for all the family. Boughrood Harness Races: 1pm. Boughrood Court Farm, Boughrood, LB3 0YG. Admission £10, under 16’s free. Contact 07884 115339. See article and advert on page 2. Monday 18th August Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 10.30am – 1pm. Village Hall, Llangorse. See advert on page 17. Brecknock Play Network – Summer Play Sessions: 2 – 4.30pm. Village Hall, Upper Chapel See advert on page 17. Tuesday 19th August Children’s Art & Craft Activities: 10am – 12 noon and 2 – 4pm. Brecknock Museum. For children 5 – 11 years. Free entrance. Drop in event, but children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact 01874 624121.

Saturday 23rd – Monday 25th August Brecon Beacons Summer Fayre: 10am – 5pm. The National Park Visitor Centre, Libanus, Near Brecon. See advert on back cover. Sunday 24th August Llangynidr Agricultural Show: Gates open 9am. See article and advert on page 9. Groesffordd Village Show: 1pm. Groesffordd Village Hall. Horticulture, Domestic and Handicrafts. Childrens sports, games and Fancy dress. Admission £1, children 50p. Contact: 01874 665781. See advert on page 29 and article on page 41. Welsh National Opera – Opera in the Park: 6pm. Patti Pavilion Lawn, Craig-y-Nos Country Park, Pen y Cae, SA19 1GL. Free performance. See advert on page 20. Monday 25th August Felinfach Show: 12 noon. Felinfach Village, off the A470. Cattle, sheep and horse classes. Cookery and handicraft competetions. Something for everyone. Wednesday 3rd September Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Walter Wilkins, Governor of Chittagong, Brecon Banker and MP for Radnorshire 1796-1828: 2 – 4pm. Brecon Library (Upstairs Room). Ken Jones will tell us about Walter Wilkins, one of the notable Brecon residents of his time. After travelling the world, he settled in the town as an influential business man. Friday 5th – Sunday 14th September Breconshire Local & Family History Society – Brecknock History Week: A wide range of history events is being arranged by local and family history groups across the County. A leaflet giving details of the events will be available—keep the week free to go exploring! See article on page 12 and advert on page 13.

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