Local Beacon Issue 62 / October 2014 by Local Beacon

The community magazine for Brecon and surrounding villages

October 2014 • Issue 62

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To our October issue. I am chuffed to inform you, we have now appointed an apprentice as part of our team. Nicole Williams is a local lass just like me, being born and bred in Hay-on-Wye, with her family all living and working locally, and also being a Gwernyfed High School student. Since Nicole has started she has been out delivering our 2015 Local Landscapes Calendar, been in contact with our what’s on listing advertisers and slowly but surely she is getting my paper work in order! Already I can see she is going to be an invaluable part of the CariAds Local Ltd. team. Someone approached me recently asking ‘’which National company was Local Beacon part of?”. I was a little dismayed so I thought I’d just let people know the Local Beacon may now trade under the name of CariAds Local Ltd but we are still a small team of local people, owned by the same Welsh lass, me.We practice what we preach and continue to support a local litho printer (not some super large outfit in London or overseas) for our monthly print run, we use local people to deliver the publication ... I can confirm no National Company owns this magazine. It’s success has been made possible by you the readers, the local businesses who advertise and the backing of a wonderful team. This month we introduce a new feature, Your History. Each month Breconshire Local & Family History Society will kindly supply us an interesting article along with a photograph, sometimes old. A very interesting read. Don’t forget Brecon Arts Festival, a week long festival celebrating the arts in Brecon. Please take a look at our Christmas section within this issue, Christmas Shopping kicks off on page 20, and our Christmas Parties start on page 23. Be an early bird and get organised. Enjoy, Lisa Marie x (Photo above: Cariad and Lisa Marie Badham)

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For the chance to WIN a session with Foot Notes, either an aromatherapy back massage or a reflexology treatment at the Brecon Complementary Centre, please complete the word search on page 18 and send to us by 16th November 2014. The winner will be picked at random.

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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, October issue: • Gwernyfed Geckos Netball Club • The Old Electric Shop • Fashion Farmer advice • Huws Gray Stove Show ... And much much more. Just go to www.wyelocal.co.uk and click on the small image of the front cover ...

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News from Roger Williams MP A number of important debates took place in Parliament this month. During a debate on the Sales of Puppies and Kittens I called for a ban on selling them in pet shops. I believe that with only around 70 pet shops now selling puppies and kittens it is time to bring this practice to an end. Many of these pets are bred in so-called puppy farms and are weaned much too early from their mothers in order to breed from their mothers again more quickly. I believe that people wanting to buy puppies should buy them directly from the licensed breeders, and should make sure that they see the puppy with the mother.The Minister has said he will write to local authorities telling them that all puppy breeders need to be licensed. I will be writing to the Welsh Assembly to check whether this applies to Wales also. This month I managed to secure a debate on Food Fraud. The Government has published the Elliott Report that looked into food fraud and food crime in the UK. This report was triggered by the horsemeat scandal last year. A year on, food fraud is still a big issue. A poll conducted

earlier this month shows that it is still corrosive to consumer confidence, with over half of people worried that a food fraud incident will happen again. This lack of confidence has ramifications right the way through the food chain. Farmers, who produce the raw ingredients for the food industry, rely heavily on consumer confidence, and during the debate I have made the point that it is vital to safeguard our food industry. I was also thrilled to see my Lib Dem colleague Michael Moore MP being successful in obtaining the opportunity to promote his Private Members’ Bill on International Aid. This makes it a legal obligation for the UK Government to spend 0.7% of its GDP on international aid. I am a sponsor of the Bill and tabled an EDM on this matter also. I am very pleased the Bill has received its second reading. Some would say that with severe financial problems at home we should not spend so much abroad. However international aid builds economies in developing countries which in turn buy our products. And as Nelson Mandela said “the biggest obstacle to peace is poverty”

Brecon Town Council are once again starting to organise The Annual Act of Remembrance which will be held on Sunday 9th November, 2014 at 10.30hrs at St. Mary’s Parish Church followed by a service at the Cathedral at 11.30hrs.There will also a short service at St Mary’s Church Green on 11th November 2014 at 10.50am. ALL WELCOME

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If you have any questions please contact The Town Clerk Mrs. Fiona Williams on Brecon 01874 622884 mornings only or email brecon.guildhall@btinternet.com. If you would like to order a wreath please contact Mr. John McFall British Legion Poppy Appeal Organiser on 0781 147 4801.

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Brecon Cathedral Shop Priory Hill, Brecon LD3 9DP.

We offer a superb range of unique cards for all occasions, books, confectionery, toys, clothing accessories, Myddfai and Caldey Island toiletries, local artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; prints, CDs, Welsh and religious (including Cathedral) items, plus a growing range of gifts for music-lovers. Unique Christmas gifts and cards are now in stock. 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.

Shop and Heritage Centre hours: 10.45am-4.15pm (for Mon-Sat) and 12.15-3.15pm (Sundays) www.breconcathedralshop.co.uk or contact 01874 625222.

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38th Caledonian Market in Brecon Market Hall On Saturday 1st November the Rotary Club of Brecon will hold its annual Caledonian Market as always on the first Saturday in November. The first took place in 1977 and not a year has been missed since then. It has become an institution for the people of Brecon and is looked forward to with great anticipation. The floor and tables in the Market Hall are stacked with items such as books, toys, clothes, furniture, other household goods and garden produce all donated by local people for sale at bargain prices. All the proceeds go to supporting mostly local charities. Members of the club collect all the items in the weeks before the sale. Over the weekend of the Market they are assisted by a large number of enthusiastic volunteers who come back year after year and who are essential to its success. Last year more than ÂŁ10,000 was raised for deserving causes.

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YOURhistory

‘In My Craft or Sullen Art’ Twelve Artists respond to the Poems of Dylan Thomas

Oak House, 12 The Bulwark, Brecon Dr Prestwood Lucas lived in Oak House from 1840 to 1871. He was a physician who had trained in Paris and studied under René-Théophile-Hyacinthe Laennec, the French physician who invented the stethoscope. Prestwood took over his father’s practice including acting as doctor for Brecknock Infirmary. In 1871 Dr Lucas presented a stethoscope to the Infirmary – it is now at Brecon War Memorial Hospital. In 1854 there was a cholera outbreak in Brecon which killed 57 people. Dr Lucas observed that many of the patients lived in or visited the area between The Priory and the Usk. At that time the Madrell brook was an open stream into which rubbish and sewerage were thrown. When the brook overflowed the water went into the well at Beili Glas which was a source of drinking water for the whole area. Dr Lucas did not make the link between cholera and contaminated drinking water but he did believe that adequate sewerage systems and effective drainage were important. It took another 10 years for this to be achieved in Brecon. Dr Lucas was a town councillor and later an alderman. He was also a governor of Christ’s College and Deputy Lieutenant of the county. He died in 1871.

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Saturday 25th October â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sunday 2nd November 2014 In this centenary year of World War 1, walk with us to pay tribute to some of the people and places of Monmouthshire which played their part in the Great War, World War 2 and other conflicts. Experienced walk leaders will guide you around this beautiful county with the added interest of discovering secret bunkers, the grave of possibly the last combatant in World War 1 and the important role of the humble pigeon. The family Halloween Night Walk to the Kymin is sure to excite and for the those that enjoy a challenge the walk from Ross on Wye to Chepstow over 2 days should satisfy. Walks from 3 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 18 miles. The full programme is available online at www. walkinginmonmouthshire.org where you can purchase your ticket.

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How will ‘Pension Liberalisation’ affect you?

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It is six months on from the Chancellor’s surprise announcement of sweeping reforms to the private pension market. Many questions were left unanswered but recently the Government has sought to bring further clarity for investors approaching retirement.

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From April 2015 investors will have the option of drawing their whole fund as a lump sum. A quarter of the fund will be paid tax-free, the remainder will be taxed against the investors income in the year in payment.

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For those wanting an income from their pension there will be two main options as now: annuities and drawdown. Annuities offer a fixed income for life. Under the new rules providers will be able to build in guaranteed minimum payment periods and payments to the annuitant’s family on death. Income drawdown is where the pension fund is left invested and a retirement income is drawn from the invested funds. This sort of plan is to be rebranded ‘flexiaccess drawdown’. Previously there was a cap on the maximum amount of income that could be drawn each year. This has now been lifted.

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The Government originally announced that all pension investors will be given access to free advice when they reach retirement. The offering has been redefined as the provision of information rather than advice. Whether this will prove to be sufficient remains to be seen. With an increasingly complex range of retirement choices available it has never been more important to fully understand your options.

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1. When replanning a space, look at all the elements including lighting, furnishings, colour and flooring. Think about the functionality of the room, and look at the proportions. Only by analysing all these different aspects can you best plan how to achieve your dream space. 2. Be bold in your design wish list and don’t be afraid of introducing your own personality. If you love the colour teal, use this in curtains, cushions or in a painting and warm up the room with contrasting burnt orange accessories like cushions or vases. If you love geometrics and have a plain featureless bedroom, create a feature bedhead with bold fabric and use the main colour in other areas around the room. E.g. if the main colour of bedhead is red, then keep the remaining walls neutral to highlight the punchy red and look at fitting red draw pulls in the wardrobe or dresser to link it all in. 3. Budget wisely before starting your research and design and price up each aspect of your new space in a spreadsheet. If you find a “must have” piece e.g. a statement light, then review the other items and see where you can save. 4. Upcycle where you can – use your existing pieces and give them a new life by repainting, recovering or restoring. These sorts of creative projects will add personality and character to your home. Or if buying furniture new, don’t slavishly follow the latest trend – choose quality pieces that will last but can be integrated into future colour or design schemes in the future. 5. Play with texture, pattern and colours and add ambience within a space by using different fabrics, colours and finishes. Soften a dark hardwood floor with a tactile light wool rug, mix silk cushions with wool throws on an iron bed. For more interior design tips and hints, or for help in putting your own design plan together, contact Westbrook Interiors for a free first consultation.

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Hedgehogs in October The Autumn Juvenile season is upon us.There is only one thing on every hedgehog’s mind and that is to eat, eat, eat and get fatter and fatter and fatter. Thin underweight hedgehogs will not be able to survive hibernation so often they do not try to hibernate. However as their natural food supply disappears, as it will as the weather gets colder, they will slowly starve to death. Hedgehogs seen “hibernating” in the open (or even just in plain sight) will most likely be dying of hypothermia. Hedgehogs that are not in a ball, e.g. lying on one side will not be hibernating and again they are likely to be hypothermic (cold). Small hedgehogs seen out in the day and mobile usually need help too. Those that are hyper-active and rushing about can actually be in greater peril than those that move about at a steady pace looking for food. Look at the BHPS’s leaflet on Autumn Juveniles as this gives you far more information about these juveniles than I can give in a short article.

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Providing food can attract both those that are desperately searching for food as well as your regular visitors. Regular visitors are less likely to need rescuing as whilst they need feeding up they are less stressed because they know of a regular supply of food and will doubtless have a nest near to that food source. If you are concerned about any hedgehog, or you see one out in the day, contact Howey Hedgehog Rescue ( Llandrindod – 01594 824951) or the British Hedgehog Preservation Society on 01584 890801 (if you can weigh the hedgehog first that is always helpful, but do use gloves when you handle them). For more information about hedgehogs and how to help them visit the BHPS web site at www. britishhedgehogs.org.uk

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Wild in October

Protecting wildlife for the future

It has been a fine autumn for butterflies in my garden. Now that the Buddleia is finished, Michaelmas Daisies, Viburnum and Ivy are favourites. Small Tortoiseshells have been here in double figures with Peacocks and one or two Painted Ladies. Commas and Red Admirals like this one should stay out into November if the weather is kind. Some Tortoiseshells, Peacocks and Commas hibernate here as adults, and increasingly a few Red Admirals. I remember glancing up from a January meeting in central London to see one fly past the window, but they are chiefly migrants with the largest numbers arriving in August and September. I read that the name used to be Red Admirable, suiting such a showy insect. Its caterpillars, like those of the other Vanessid butterflies, eat nettles but most Painted Ladies prefer thistles. Books and websites advise every wildlife gardener to have a nettle patch. I confess to failure in this matter, but if you have the space, please do as I say, not as I do.

There is plenty of good information and advice at www. wildaboutgardens.org.uk, and local news and pictures on the Facebook page at www.brecknockwildlifetrust.org.uk. Article by Keith Noble

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The Church of St Cynidr and St Mary is the only public building in Cantref. It was founded in the 4th century and this week it took a major step forward when running water arrived! It is hoped this will be the first step in making the church more suitable for a wider range of community and other activities.

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CANTREF Cantref is a community of scattered hill farms in the heart of the Brecon Beacons. This is a lively community of about ninety adults, lots of young people and hundreds and hundreds of sheep. There is a healthy mix of newcomers and families who have farmed here for generations. Many of them offer self-catering accommodation, bed and breakfast or camping in spectacular locations with access straight onto the hills. A newcomer arriving right in the middle of Cantref could be forgiven for wondering where it is! Easiest landmark is the pretty church of St. Cynidr and St. Mary.The peak of Pen y Fan is in its parish and Walk to Worship Services have been held on the top, attracting hundreds of people. Opposite the church is Cantref Adventure Farm and Riding Centre.

The association between Cantref and its neighbour Llanfrynach means that many local friendships are forged at Llanfrynach and Cantref Women’s Institute and events at Llanfrynach and Cantref Community Hall. But the communities are very different – with Cantref retaining its strong hill farming identity, spirit and traditions. For more about Cantref, Llanfrynach and life in the Beacons read Where We Belong – Life in the Beacons Then and Now, edited by Susan Brook and on sale atThe Hours Bookshop. Or for current news and events www. llanfrynach-community.org.uk If you would like us to feature your village in a future issue of the Local Beacon, please give Lynda a call on 07775 898432 or email.

From here a spider’s web of country lanes lead to the hills where some of the country’s best Welsh hill lamb is produced. Be patient if pony trekkers or a flock of sheep being driven to or from a farm slow your journey down. Remote and isolated are not words you’d choose to describe a close-knit community. But paradoxically Cantref is just that. The need for close co-operation in farming the hills is an essential ingredient of life here. It has created a culture that is strong and confident and which welcomes newcomers and visitors who make the effort to join in. Cantref Sports Committee is the machine which makes the whole thing tick. Every year, on the last May Bank Holiday Monday it organises a traditional sports and barbecue with the annual wellie throwing contest the highlight of the day. In October the whole community gathers at Cantref Adventure Farm for a Harvest Supper and likewise

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Shop Local – you’ll be pleasantly surprised It’s October, have you started your Christmas shopping yet? If like me the answer will be ‘’No way!”. Shopping on such a large scale for the festive season can be very stressful. My advice, and I really should take note to what I’m about to write in black and white, would be to make a list of all the people you like to buy for, then when out doing your weekly food shop or running your daily errands, just take a moment or two to see if you can get that special something for that special someone.This will spread out the cost of Christmas and certainly take away some of the stresses. Brecon and the surrounding villages have an abundance of unique shops, you’ll be guaranteed to get the most awkward of relatives that special gift! Don’t forget to keep your eye out for local fayres and markets brining local artisans all under one roof.

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New in Town

Name of business? A Little Style

What do you wish you had known before you started? Kids love to move furniture around – I should have bolted the chairs to the floor!

Location? 7 Lion Street Why Brecon? It’s a lovely market town and I live here! Why did you decide to open this shop? I used to visit a fantastic kids’ clothes shop in Mumbles – I took my inspiration from there. As well as quality clothing and dress up, I also like to source more unusual products such as Mad Pax back packs which launched in Europe this summer – we were amongst the first shops in the UK to sell them – they are super cool and have been spotted on the backs of Will Smith & Hugh Jackman’s kids. What are some of challenges you encountered? Timing – clothing needs to be ordered nearly 12 months in advance so placing first order was a massive leap of faith as I hadn’t even secured my premises.

Is this the first business you have launched? Yes – I’ve spent the last 15 years working in telecoms. How is this different? Worlds apart – one of the last things I worked on in my last job was trial and roll out of fibre broadband – now I’m surrounded by clothing, mirrors and feather light shades – I love it! What type of education or experience helped you to open/run/manage this shop? I have a passion for great customer experience, and have spent most of my career working out what matters most to customers and delivering that in my products and services. I’m also hoping years of being a shopaholic will finally pay off. Describe a typical day in the shop. My morning starts with the cleaning – once that’s out of the way then it’s across the road to Sub Station for my morning coffee. I catch up on emails, review on-line orders and stock levels, and then open. Speaking to customers is definitely the best part of the job but I also enjoy spending time scouting out new suppliers and products. Any advice to new businesses in this area? Find yourself a network of people who can help – Kathryn Tunley at La Lingerie has been great and I’ve joined Brecon Business Club which has been a fantastic way to meet other local business people.

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Party time! Your local Chalk PaintTM stockist. Chalk PaintTM, a decorative paint by Annie Sloan.

To organise an annual works party or a family gettogether needs care and dedication. It’s a sure time for staff to let their hair down, to talk about anything but work, to celebrate the last 12 months and look forward to the New Year ahead. A time for family to make that extra effort to all be under the same roof for this special moment, to tell funny stories, so sample great food and celebrate with a cheeky tipple or two ... We’ve spoken to some fantastic local places who can help you with your own special occasion. They are right here on the next few pages. Each offering something different, give them a call, take time to study their menu, put a date in the diary then rock up during the festive season and enjoy!

If you’re interested in attending one of our Annie Sloan Workshops please email us at tycariad6@gmail.com or message us on Facebook. “Annie Sloan’s paint is the perfect choice if you’re looking to transform your most treasured pieces.” – ELLE DECORATION “Annie Sloan paint was invented by angels to make everything fun.” – KIRSTIE ALLSOPP “At the forefront of the painted furniture trend” – PERIOD IDEAS Ty Cariad, 6B The Bulwark, Brecon, LD3 7LB 01874 611113 New Winter Opening Hours: Monday – Closed, Tues-Fri 9am-4pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday – Closed. La Lingerie, Pegasus Lane, Brecon, LD3 7BH 01874 610033

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Local Talent: Toby Hatfield Type of Artist? Landscape Photography Range of Products? A4 and A3 white card mounted photos and blank greetings cards. Where can your products be purchased? My website is www.tobyhatfieldphotography.com and I do local craft fayres every month such as Brecon . Price range? Greetings cards £2.50 each, A4 mounts £15 and A3 £20-£25 How long have you been an artist? Have been taking photos since my teens but starting my website and selling over the last 2 years. Where did you train or gain experience? Picked up a camera when I was young and just started taking photos. What has been your proudest moment? I take pride in all my work but my image ‘Leaf Stack’ (included) I am probably most proud of as it was really a case of being in the right place at the right time and I haven’t seen it happen on the river since. Plus the photo was taken on my smart phone. I am also proud of the fact that I can say that none of my work has ever or ever will be photo-shopped or enhanced. I see it as a way of cheating to gain what can be achieved with a little patience and effort. What would you class as ‘your masterpiece? ‘Leaf Stack’ is my favourite image and the most unique.

Have you any future plans for your work? Keep exploring the local area looking for images that I like. Really trying to get the Brecon Beacons in a variety of conditions and lights as they are probably one of the most challenging subjects I have taken photos of. What advice would you give a local artist? Keep doing what you love, whatever makes you happy and inspired. What other local artists do you admire? I love the panoramic photos that Dan Santillo produces, another landscape photographer in this area. Artist statement: I enjoy taking images from the landscape around the National Park but in particular images that have a variety of colour. My favourite subject matter is sunsets. I just enjoy taking photos and consider myself lucky to live in the National Park.

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Woodland Park Shooting Ground Wow what a great way to spend a Friday afternoon. I have always been one for having a wish list of things to do, but clay shooting had never featured on that list, but after an afternoon at Woodland Park Shooting Ground with John Butland teaching, I think it should be on everyone’s list of things to do at least once. Woodland Park Shooting Ground is just outside Brecon between Llanddew and Llaneglwys. The shooting ground is 10 acres hidden away within a 32 acre wood. The ground policy is “Safety is everything”. So before we left the club house John my instructor talked me through how to handle a gun and a list of safety rules. John then talked about cheek pressure and master eye, all this become clear when we walked over to the 1st stand. John also said that by the end of the lesson I would have hit the target. Clearly John had not met anyone quite like me before and I was about to prove him wrong, an hour later he was proved right, I had hit the target more than I missed so clearly anyone can do this!

One of the shooters we met had started learning to shoot clays thanks to a Christmas gift voucher. They cater for all ages and abilities and with John by your side teaching I defy anyone to have a go and not to succeed to hit their targets more than once. He is patient, kind and very clear in his instruction. I would highly recommend a session at Woodland Park Shooting Ground, costs vary depending on what you are looking for. So please do check out their website www.wpshoot.co.uk, or speak to the lovely John and Gill on 07811 189413.

Apparently my master eye is just off centre! John says this is key information to ensure you hit your target and frequently he finds people who have shot for years who still don’t know which is their master eye, but once they know, see an immediate improvement in their shooting. There are 10 shooting stands in the ground with each giving the shooter a differing pair of targets to shoot. The targets vary in direction, height, speed and manner with all programmed to replicate the way particular game birds or animals fly or run, to test shooters’ skills and reactions. John and Gill Butland took over the shoot 12 years ago.They open Friday and Saturday each week offering lessons as well as an opportunity for experienced shooters (those with the appropriate licence and gun) to practice and test themselves against the clays. The welcome is friendly, the tea and coffee along with cakes are always available in the club house. They cater for individuals who want to learn, those who need to improve and groups such as hen or stag parties or a group of friends wanting to try something new or even an alternative office party.

Clay shooting at Woodland Park Shooting Ground Brecon Whether you’re an experienced shooter, complete beginner or looking for a fun Stag, Hen or corporate experience, Woodland Park is perfect for you. We’re a friendly and professionally run clay shooting ground offering first class tuition across all levels, with a fully automatic practice layout for experienced shooters to test their skills. We also provide a voucher service for that special occasion. www.wpshoot.co.uk

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Get to really know... Andrew Powell Place of birth? Michaelchurch Escley. Where do you live now? Llyswen. Marital status? Available. Occupation? Catering manager, food festival event organiser. Children? James Holmes Powell. Pets? No. What was your favourite childhood television programme? No TV. Are you a collector of anything? Mz motorcycles. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Moto GP racer with MZ Germany then World Champion. What is usually your first thought when you wake up? Work. What do you usually think about right before falling asleep? My son and Mz motorcycles. Do you believe in ghosts? No. Most exciting thing you’ve won? Not won anything yet :( Two lessons life has taught you? Team effort re work. Events: work as many hours as possible to succeed. What makes you grumpy? Quiet at work makes me sad and grumpy. You’re given one million pounds, what do you spend it on? I would start a classic museum with cafe for bikes and cars.

List five goals on your life’s to-do list: Travel the world, ride my bikes, be successful, get married, go round world on a Mz.. Name one regret you have: Crashing my fast car in ‘95. Name one thing you love about being an adult: Love promoting welsh food drink. What’s your favourite song of the moment? Under the Moon of love Showaddywaddy. What’s your favourite song of all time? Bohemian Rhapsody. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Saturday night? Chill. What’s your favourite thing to do on a Sunday afternoon? Usually working! Have any hidden talents? Good at marketing. What would be your dream job? Working in Moto GP! If you HAD to change your name, what would you change it to? Andrew Mz hehe. What have you done today to make you feel proud? Over 100 festivals contributing millions to welsh economy in my life thus far. Sum yourself up in five words: Strong, caring, kind, workaholic, single :)

Have any bad habits? Workaholic. Do you believe in the afterlife? No. What book would you recommend to others? Stealing speed :( Best present ever received? James my son. List one thing you wish you could change about yourself: Be taller. If you could visit anywhere in the world, where would you go? Back in time to the Zschopau Mz factory in the 60s.

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Brecon Film Society THE TWO FACES OF JANUARY (12A) MONDAY 6TH OCTOBER UK 2014 DIR: HOSSEIN AMINI An unashamedly old-fashioned thriller. A charismatic financier is on holiday when his shady past comes back to haunt him.

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Dementia matters Nearly all of us have some experience of dementia in our families and circle of friends yet the stigma of dementia remains. About 2,500 people in Powys are living with dementia and this number will only increase in the coming years. Over two-thirds of these people are living in the community. Most say they want to keep going out and use local shops, services and our wealth of leisure, cultural and spiritual resources. But people living with dementia lose confidence in themselves, and worry about how they will manage these day-to-day things that you and I take for granted. So why not become a Dementia Friend? Learn a little bit more about what itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s like to live with dementia and how you can help to make Brecon a dementiafriendly community. Each session lasts about an hour, and is run by a local volunteer Dementia Friends Champions. They are interactive â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and fun! Anyone of any age can be a Dementia Friend and everyone is welcome. Dementia Friends sessions: Saturday 18th October at 11am in Brecon Library, Brecon. Wednesday 12th November at 7pm in the White House Inn, Sennybridge. Saturday 15th November at 11am in Brecon Library, Brecon. As well as these open sessions, we can also arrange individual Dementia friends session for your shop, business, community group or organisation. Interested? Please contact Rhiannon Davies: Dementia Champion, Tel: 07940961006 for further details.

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BRECON Poets: ANNE LEWIS Each issue of your Local Beacon now carries a short piece by a local poet. This month’s poem is by Anne Lewis, a Scot who has lived in Wales for over 50 years. Anne is a member of the Sounding Bowl group as well as Brecon Poets and the Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group. A social night out with the poets Courteously drunk as Chinese poets, genteel and satisfied we sip our booze – in homage to the Arts, we sip our booze, incline a reverential ear to all that Jazz – and Dylan presides benignly from my beer-mat; (there’s poetry for you) – an Icon’s face on all the beer-mats, poetry and booze, he would approve! Out of my glass a poem begins to ooze, working title, ‘Plump and Comfortable Blues’? 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.

Brecon Poets Quiz The Brecon Poets are organising a QUIZ to mark Wales National Poetry Day. Details may be obtained from breconpoets@yahoo.com Here is a typical question:

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Which Poem did the Prince of Wales record to celebrate Wales National Poetry Day 2013? Entries are invited from everyone, anywhere and they must be received at breconpoets@ yahoo.com by twilight on Wednesday 17th October; the results will be announced at our poetry reading at The Three Horseshoes in Llanfaes, Brecon on Wednesday October 29th from 7.30 pm – and prizes will be distributed there, then and thereafter.

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News from Brecknock YFC Brecknock YFC is off to a flying start in the new club year, with each club holding its AGM and electing new officers. The first competition of the new year was the Have a Go competition, held in Llanigon Village Hall, where members were expected to turn up and simply have a go at whatever task the judge set, be it singing karaoke or whisking an egg! The County is especially proud at the beginning of this year of the achievements of one young member in particular. On September 7th, Morley Jones and Nia and Elin Havard, all members of Sennybridge YFC and pupils at Ysgol Gyfun Ystalyfera, represented Brecknock at the National Stock judging competition in Harper Adams University, Shropshire. The County was very pleased to boast three of the four members who represented Wales, but were absolutely delighted to hear that Elin, our County Youth Forum Chairman, had won the competition, bringing home to Brecknock the title of National Junior Stockman of the Year, 2014. Llongyfarchiadau, Elin – a tremendous achievement! The county would like to also congratulate each and every member who has taken part in competitions throughout the past year – whether 1st or last it’s a joy to see members compete! Good luck to all for the 2014-2015 year and remember to have fun!! Members are looking forward to the Chairman’s ball at the end of September; this year, it’s Hellie’s Hoedown at Pentrenewbury Farm, Llandefalle, with a Country and Western theme, with entertainment from local band, We Three, all members of Llandefalle YFC members. All clubs are currently welcoming new members – please contact the YFC office on 01874 624889 for details of your local club.

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Property Law and Commercial Specialist Buying and Selling Property Acquisition of Land Business Sales & Purchases Commercial Leases Probate Wills JAneT TiMOThy, Partner, specialises in all matters concerning land including the buying and selling of houses, land, businesses, commercial property and commercial Leases. Janet also has extensive experience in Probate and Wills.The firm promotes dealing with clients directly on a one to one basis without any legal jargon. “I know myself how frustrating it is not to have phone calls returned or not to be able to speak to the person you need to, so we put our clients first by making ourselves easily accessible.We give out direct phone numbers and email addresses in order that we can deal with any queries as quickly and efficiently as possible to, hopefully, ease what is already a stressful process. We know that the modern business is not constrained by traditional office hours and 9 to 5 doesn’t always suit business clients.”

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

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News from Friends of Brecon and District Mind

Local well-established and lesserknown artists come together with makers from Brecon & District Mind and Crickhowell Potters to present an array of paintings, pottery, textiles, photographs and sculpture in St Mary’s Church, Brecon. It is an opportunity not to be missed to meet the makers who include, amongst others, painters Veronica Gibson, Roy Powell and Karin Mear; printmakers Victoria Keeble, Lesley Lillywhite and Bridget Stevens; potters Annette Claire, Martin Craddock, Anna Lawday and Nik Scott; photographer Charles Jenkin-Jones and sculptor weaver Sue Hiley Harris. The artists, who are all Friends or Members of Brecon and District Mind, will be on hand throughout the fair to discuss their work.

Thursday 16th October 6-8pm, Friday 17th & Saturday 18th October 10am-4pm, at St Mary’s Church, Brecon. Free admission.

The Friends of Brecon and District Mind enhance and support the work of Brecon and District Mind including raising awareness of mental health issues in and around Brecon, Crickhowell, Talgarth and Hay-on-Wye. It is open to anyone and aims to be a sociable group holding talks, activities and fund-raising events.

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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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News from WIs

PRIORY WI SEPTEMBER MEETING Condolences were extended to Betty Watkins, whose husband had died recently.

POWYS BRECKNOCK FEDERATION OF WIs What a week County Chairman, Margery Davies has experienced since receiving the National WI baton from Radnor Federation.

Everyone was delighted that Olwen Whormsley was able to attend the meeting after recovering from a serious illness. Flowers had been sent to former member, Lynne Norbury, on the occasion of her 99th birthday.

The first event she attended with the baton was with the Mynydd Epynt Group. Members walked around the Groe at Builth Wells and later everyone enjoyed a cheese and wine party.The following day the baton was taken to Hay on Wye where members of the Wye Group carried it around the town. A talk was given on the history of some of the very interesting buildings there and was followed by a delicious tea. On the Friday Merched y Mynydd group met at Craig y nos Country Park. Members carried the baton around the lake and up to the tearooms where a “Victorian” tea was served.

Frances Isaac, talented Llangasty WI member, brought quilted wall hangings which were used by Powys Brecknock Federation when it hosted the W I stand at the Royal Welsh Show. Frances designed the 3 hangings, the theme being ‘Focus of Life’. The Breconshire countryside was depicted behind the canal and members were represented performing various activities. Frances was able to create these hangings, along with the help of many WI members, within a period of a few months.

There was more walking for Margery and the baton on Saturday, Cylch y Myarth ladies dressed in costume depicting the various styles of fashion since 1915 and one group walked from Talybont to Llangynidr and the other from Llangattock to Llangynidr, they then proceeded to Llangynidr Hall for tea.

On show was the ’50 Shades of Grey’ quilt which had been made by members who attend Frances’ quilting classes as were quilts made by Frances herself. Heather Parry thanked Frances for coming and showing such beautifully crafted work.

Sunday was a more sombre occasion. The baton was taken to Brecon Cathedral where a service of dedication was held. Members of Sarasani served tea with cakes before members returned home. A week after receiving the baton it was time to hand it over to the County Chairman of Glamorgan, Caroline Davies. Margery, dressed in Edwardian style clothes and County Treasurer, Mary Robinson dressed as a milk maid complete with milking stool and bucket, were conveyed to the Llangynidr canal lock sitting in a transport box attached to an immaculate Ferguson T20 tractor belonging to a local resident, Gareth Davies. There they were met by Caroline Davies and her board of trustees and the baton was handed over. Everyone then made their way to Llangynidr Hall where Breconshire Board of trustees had prepared a salad lunch followed by gateaux and pavlovas, a wonderful ending to the week the baton spent in Breconshire. The Breconshire Federation official photographer, David Davies was able to accompany the County Chairman on all her visits and recorded all events for posterity.

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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 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. £5 per session. Please don’t worry about needing any past singing experience. It’s open to everyone! Contact Tanya Walker 07723 016837. Brecon Rotary Club: 7.30pm. The George Hotel Brecon. New members welcome. Contact 01874 636390. Charity Cash Bingo: 7.30pm. The Gremlin Hotel, Brecon. TUESDAY Crick Howlers: 10am. The Parish Hall, Church Lane, Crickhowell. The Crick Howlers are a natural

voice group who meet weekly led by Helen Vincent, where all songs are taught by ear so you don’t need to be able to read music. Contact 01873 832795. New U: 12.30 – 1.30pm and 6 – 7pm. Conservative Club, St Mary’s Street, Brecon. Slim down, look good, feel great with Anne Rees. Slimming World: 6.30pm. Bishop Bevan Hall, Lion St., Brecon. Contact Joan 01873 812053. Gwernyfed Hockey Club – Training: 7 – 8pm Brecon Leisure Centre’s Astro. All abilities welcome. Contact Nicola Drew 07812 691345. Scottish Dancing: 7 – 9.30pm. Subud Hall, nr. Watton Villa, Brecon. Beginners welcome. Contact Peter Brock 01874 622889. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 7 – 9.30pm. BreconYouth Ctr., Cradoc Rd., Brecon.Activities:Arts and crafts, cookery,pool,dance,air hockey,darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group: 11 – 25. Contact Rhodri Jones 01874 622658. Table Tennis Social Club: 7.30pm. Trallong Church Hall. Beginners, enthusiasts and veterans welcome. Contact Trevor Lee 01874 638995. Open Mic: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. The very best musicians from the locality and beyond. Contact 01497 821762. Shukokan Karate: 7.15 – 8pm beginners, 8 – 9pm intermediates, 9 – 10pm seniors and adults. 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: 10 – 12noon. 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 & 4th Weds in the month) 1.30 – 3.30pm. Watton Presbyterian Schoolroom. Contact 01874 624949. 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 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.

What’s on: during the week Rob’s No Worries Yoga – “Stretch & Release”: 6 – 7.30pm. Subud Hall, Brecon. £6. Contact 01874 638810 or 07748 568402. Velo Hay Cycle Club: 6pm Drover Cycles, Forest Road, Hay. All welcome. Contact 01497 821134. 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 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 are busy rehearsing Chris Williams’ 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.

exciting to do, then come along. No experience is required. Delyth Thomas 07891 371458. Brecon Youth Club: (Term time) 6.30 – 9pm Tuesday and Friday. Brecon Youth Centre, Cradoc Road. Activities: Arts and crafts, cookery, pool, dance, air hockey, darts, music room, IT suite. Age Group:

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What’s on: during the week / month 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. 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 Sat in the month) Mornings. Brecon Library. No appointments needed, just drop in for one-to-one advice. Shenanigans: 8pm. The Globe at Hay. The best party for miles. Live bands and DJ’s every week. Contact 01497 821762. SUNDAY Services at Penyrheol Baptist Church: (4th Sunday in the month) 3pm. Contact 01874 711061. Sunday Service: 6pm. Cwmbach Methodist Church, Glasbury. A warm welcome awaits you and there are refreshments following the service. Contact Rev Bill Jones 01873 811007. DURING THE MONTH Throughout October Fruit trees, bare root hedging and spring bulbs available at the Walled Garden Treberfydd, Llangasty LD3 7PX. Visit www. walledgardentreberfydd.com. Contact 01874 730169.

Wednesday 1st October Breconshire Local & Family History Society – The Tarell Valley linking people and places through time: 2 – 4pm. Brecon Library (Upstairs Room). Joe Daggett of The National Trust will talk about this local feature tracing the history of the people and industry which have made this valley of such historical importance. Thursday 2nd October Write for Rights – Letter Writing: 7.30 – 9.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Philosophy Cafe: 7.30 – 9.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Friday 3rd October Pub Quiz. 8 – Midnight. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Saturday 4th October Brecon Beacons Food Festival: 10am – 5pm. Market Hall, Brecon. Free entry. Wales Fair Trade Fair Weekend 2014: 10am – 5pm. Guildhall, Brecon. Free admission. Contact 07774 608215 or 07870 400807 See article and advert on page 20. Charity Night – Wales Fair Trade Fair Weekend 2014: 7.30pm. The Borough Theatre, Abergavenny. Tickets £15. Fund raising for Love Zimbabwe. Contact 07774 608215 or 07870 400807. See article and advert on page 20. Shenanigans – Undercover Hippy: 8pm – Midnight. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Saturday 4th October – Saturday 29th November “In My Craft or Sullen Art” – Art Exhibition: The Hours Café & Bookshop, 15 Ship Street, Brecon, LD3 9AD. Contact 01874 622800. See advert on page 7.

Sunday 5th October Wales Fair Trade Fair Weekend 2014: 10am – 4pm. Market Hall, Abergavenny. Free admission. Contact 07774 608215 or 07870 400807 See article and advert on page 20. The Green Valleys Juicing Day: 11am – 4pm. Talgarth Mill and Farmers’ Market. Bring your own apples and make your own juice to take home with you. Contact Charlie 07967 343619. Ffolky Ffelt – Wet Felting Class: 10.30am – 2.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Monday 6th October Brecon Film Society presents: The Two Faces of January: 7.15 for 7.30pm. Coliseum Cinema, Brecon. An unashamedly old-fashioned thriller. A charismatic financier is on holiday when his shady past comes back to haunt him. Contact Judith Fitton 01874 623166. See article on page 32. Tuesday 7th October “Faber and Faber: Its History and Designs” – Brecknock Decorative & Fine Arts Society: 2.30pm. Theatr Brycheiniog, Brecon. Since 1925 the company of Faber and Faber has built a reputation as one of the leading literary publishing houses. It is celebrated for its use of typography and the employment of some of Britain’s most celebrated artists. Tony Faber will talk about the concepts behind the designs, illustrating his talk with images of book covers, advertisements and photographs to illustrate the concepts behind the designs. Tony, the grandson of the founder of the company, was managing director of the company for five years where he remains on the board. Annual Membership of Society £40. Visitors welcome, £7.50 per lecture. Contact

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Thursday 16th October Philosophy Cafe: 7.30 – 9.30pm. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Thursday 16th – Saturday 18th October Art Fair 2014 – Friend of Brecon & District Mind: 6 – 8pm Friday, 10am – 4pm Saturday and Sunday. St Mary’s Church, Brecon. Free admission. See article on page 41. Friday 17th October Friday Live – A Right Rollicking Sing: 8pm – Midnight. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Saturday 18th October Dementia Friends Session: 11am. Brecon Library. Contact Rhiannon Davies, Dementia Champion, 07940 961006. See article on page 34. Shenanigans – House of Hats: 8pm – Midnight. The Globe at Hay. Contact 01497 821762. See advert on page 32. Thursday 23rd October Brecon Political and Theological Discussion Group: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Talk and discussion on ‘Care and Support for those with Cancer and Other Life-Threatening Conditions’ by Sally Morris of Usk House. All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874 or Mike Douse at MJDouse@gmail.com. Friday 24th October “How Green Are Our Hills?” – An important event to discuss farm and environmental support: 7pm. Glasbury Village Hall. A local landscape charity is inviting people including farmers to join it at a special meeting to hear about EU plans (through the Welsh Government) for support to farmers and the environment. The speaker will be Black Mountains farmer Colin Passmore. Bookings by 17th October. Contact Peter Seaman 01874 676225 or email peter. seaman@btinternet.com.

Friday 24th – Monday 27th October Brecon Baroque Festival 2014 – The House of Bach. Four days of concerts and events celebrating the music of JS Bach and his family. Visit www.breconbaroquefestival.co.uk. See advert on page 8. Saturday 25th October West Country Marquees Viewing Event: 9am – 5pm. The Barn @ Brynich. Contact 01874 938005. See advert on page 5. Saturday 25th October – Sunday 2nd November Monmouthshire Walking Festival. Visit www.walkinginmonmouthshire. org for full programme of events. See advert on page 9. Brecon Arts Festival 2014. Artbeat Brecon brings you a week-long festival celebrating the arts in Brecon. Visit www.artbeatbrecon.org. See advert on page 9. Sunday 26th October Wedding Fayre: 11am – 3pm. The Barn @ Brynich, Brecon, LD3 7SH. Free admission, parking and refreshments. See advert on page 15. Wednesday 29th October Brecon Poetry Group: 7.30pm.The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Come along and – if you wish – read your recent poems. Results of the Wales National Poetry Day Quiz will be announced. Contact John Harries 01874 622874. Friday 31st October ‘The Big Draw’ – Free Halloween Art & Craft Activities: 10am – 4pm. Brecon Library. Please come in costume if you wish! Drop-in event for all ages, but children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact 01874 624121 or 623346. Pub Quiz in support of the Brecon Volunteer Bureau: 7.30pm. The Three Horseshoes, Llanfaes. Entry fee of £1.00 per person. All invited. Contact John Harries 01874 622874.

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