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We take a look at the six key types of flooring for each room of your home.

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CONTENTS

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top tips for busy mums

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MAD SCIENCE IN CARDIFF dates to choose from, as well as some sizeable discounts for the avid penny pincher. Packing the kids off to Mad Science Camp needn't break the bank, with sizeable discounts available for Early Bird Booking, Siblings and Groups - Get the whole gang together and come join us!

For 2017 we are offering 2 great locations in Cardiff - Llandaff Scouts, and Allensbank Crescent. Boasting fantastic facilities to keep your budding Mad Scientists busy all day!

Suitable for children aged 5-11, why not book them in today and give them the experience they’ll never forget! Book individual science days to break up the holidays, or a full week at camp to give yourself a little break from the stress

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If you choose a wood floor for your lounge then you can be sure that what you are going to get is unique

flooring a room by room guide There are several questions to consider when choosing your flooring, including: How big is the area? How often are you going to walk on

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ooking at six key types of flooring, journeying through the home - carpet, wood, laminates, vinyl, LVTs (luxury vinyl tiles) and real stone or tiles.

the floor? Who is going to be walking on it?

Bedrooms

How many people are in the house? Have you

By far the most popular choice for the bedrooms is

got pets, such as dogs? Have you got young

carpet. The majority of bedrooms are carpeted because

children? Is your floor likely to get muddy? Will it stand the test of time? What is your budget?

of the softness, warmth and underfloor luxury that carpet provides. Carpet means comfort, which you need in a room that you are likely to be walking around in bare feet. It is also available in a wide range of colours to suit any bedroom – you aren't limited with carpet.

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Generally, you want a good quality

Kitchen

be expensive to fit and the sub floor

carpet in the master bedroom. It is

Patterned vinyl or LVTs are the two

must be completely flat.

the room you sleep in, the room you

great options for a kitchen. Real

spend each morning and night in. So,

stone or tiles are long lasting and

it is the room you most likely want a

easy to clean. Laminate is also an

bit of luxury in. The spare bedroom

option, but there are drawbacks.

is HDF/MDF backing. It is ideal for

Vinyl is a great option for your

is relatively scratch proof and requires

kitchen because it requires minimal

only a mop to keep it clean. The

maintenance. All that is required

downside is that if water gets to the

to keep vinyl clean is a mop. Vinyl

backing, such as washing machine

doesn't mind water, you can drop

leak, you will need to replace it.

on the other hand is the room that most people looking to economise can save money in. Of course, you may not choose to economise, as many people like to have the same carpet throughout the upstairs of their home.

Not all bedrooms have carpets - it depends on your house and your circumstances. For example, you may feel that you want a particular floor to match the character of your house, or you or your family might have allergies or be badly asthmatic.

If either of these scenarios applies then you could choose a wood, laminate, vinyl or LVT floor, all of which are very good for a bedroom.

If you go down this route, you might want to consider underfloor heating, which should not be put under a solid

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food on it and it will wipe clean, and it

Laminate is an option for a kitchen, but it has drawbacks. The product kitchens because it is easy to maintain,

is very hard wearing and robust.

If you want underfloor heating in your

Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVTs) are designer

real stone and tiles and LVT.

floors. They have an incredible impact.

kitchen, this is possible with laminate,

People will walk in to your kitchen,

Lounge & Dining room

look at the floor and say "Wow!

The key factor when it comes to

That is gorgeous!" They are very low

choosing flooring for the lounge is

maintenance, only need a mop clean,

what kind of look and feel you are after.

and wear so well that after 25 or 30 years when maintained correctly they will still look like they were laid yesterday.

The only downside can be the price because it is not an easy floor to fit.

However, if the subfloor is in a good state then the price can be reasonable.

If you want softness and warmth then consider a carpet for your lounge.

You should go for a high quality carpet, as the lounge is usually a key high traffic area of the home. If you want a hard floor for the lounge then laminate, wood floors and LVTs are

wood floor, but you can put under

Real Stone or tiles are a great choice,

all fine. If you choose a wood floor

an engineered wood floor, laminate

infinate colours and patterns, easy

for your lounge then you can be sure

floor or LVT floor.

to clean and hard wearing. They can

that what you are going

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to get is unique. Each plank of wood

that's the same as having it sanded off

going to sit in it and read on a sunny

is different. You also need to bear in

and sealed.

afternoon, or will it be a key living

mind that it is prone to movement, and whilst it is long lasting, it is also higher maintenance than many other finishes. Wooden floors scratch, and that is part of the charm, beauty, natural ambience and aging process of a wooden floor. Laminate is ideal for high traffic areas like the lounge because it is easy to maintain and easy to keep clean, just make sure you are buying a good quality floor.

If you want underfloor heating in your lounge or dining room, you cannot have a solid wood floor, but you can have an engineered wood, laminate, real stone or tiles or LVT floor.

Hall A wood floor is ideal for the hallway. This is because it has a fantastic impact on visitors when you open the front door and they see a lovely looking wood floor. However, if you choose to have a wood floor in the hall, get an outside

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But there is no right or wrong answer when it comes to the hallway – it really depends on the size and layout of your house. Wood, carpet, laminate, real stone or tiles and vinyl are all great options.

space? Is it a major thoroughfare – do you and your family use the door of the conservatory as the main entrance and exit to and from the house, or does the conservatory door remain locked most of the year round? Bear this in mind when choosing the type of flooring you

Landing & Stairs The majority of landings are carpet.

In fact, the majority of upstairs areas – apart from wet areas – and stairs are carpet. This is because, as with the bedrooms, you are likely to be walking on the landing with bare feet.

Carpet provides underfloor luxury, softness, warmth and comfort.

want for your conservatory.

LVTs, carpets, vinyl, real stone and tiles and laminates are all fine for a conservatory. If you want underfloor heating in your conservatory, you cannot have a vinyl floor, but you can have any of the others.

Bathroom and wet areas

Lots of people also choose carpets for

The three real options for a bathroom

the stairs for the same reason. When

or wet area are patterned vinyls, LVTs

selecting a carpet for the stairs and

and real stone and tiles. If you want

landing, make sure you choose a better

underfloor heating in your bathroom,

quality carpet, as this is a high traffic

you can have with LVT floor finishes

area, with people walking up and down

or real stone and tiles.

stairs several times on a daily basis.

This article is not intended to replace

doormat and an inside doormat, and

Conservatory

speaking to experts. Please speak to

make sure that people tread on those

Your choice of flooring for your

any of our local experts listed around

mats and not step over them, as if they

conservatory

this article to ensure you have a flooring

travel dirt and grit into your wood floor,

how you use the room. Are you only

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on

to exceed your expectations.

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top tips to help sell a Property From Leigh Coomansingh at Hire A Hubby Best Time To Sell Statistics show that the UK property market is most active from February to July. The quieter months for selling are from August through to December. The time of year that you choose to sell your property could significantly improve your chances, selling in a shorter time period, as well as achieving a higher selling price.

Spring is the time for fresh starts. Winter is over and spirits are high, proving that this is the best time of year to sell. Prospective

Some buyers will ask to look inside

Inviting Aroma

buyers are more likely to go house

wardrobes so try and make sure the

If the house belongs to a smoker, it is

hunting when the weather is nicer and

contents are tidy and not likely to cause

imperative that they get an ozone machine

having flowers in the garden helps make

you any embarrassment, also make sure

in place (you can just rent one if you have

properties look fresh and attractive.

the wardrobe are in perfect working order.

to). When trying to sell your house, try not

Kerb Appeal

Pack Up The Clutter

A lot is said about this, but first

Too much clutter makes a room look small

impressions are lasting impressions so

and focuses buyers’ attention on your

make sure you tidy up that garden; fix all

possessions rather than the home you are

fences; trim back the bush and mow the

trying to sell so put away as many items as

lawn; plant a few new plants and potted

possible. Aim to reduce clutter by 50–60%.

plants and "dead head" the old ones; paint and repair the front and all gates; weed that path and fix any loose/broken slabs or damaged steps; paint and repair the front door, threshold and window frames; make sure the windows are not broken/cracked and are clean (both sides); clear any clutter from the gardens;

to cook any strong smelling foods, the scent will permeate into the walls and, although temporary, it’s hard to air out.

Before having an open house, try baking cookies or bread or even having a coffee percolator working, people will notice that the house smells inviting. ‘Plug ins’ and air fresheners are also highly recommended.

Cleaning Clean everything! The whole house, top to bottom, inside and out, every nook and cranny. This includes white goods, the oven, light fittings and switches, skirting boards and furniture. Scrub bathrooms and the kitchen; address any mould

Stage The Rooms Find each rooms focal point and use furniture placement to highlight that. For example the back of your sofa shouldn’t block the view of the fireplace or the dining room table shouldn’t be pushed into a

issues; polish taps and mirrors and watch

small corner as this makes it look like there

visible. After all, buyers probably won’t

out for those spiders webs in the corners!

is not enough room for one. Wide open

even come inside your home if they do

Your ultimate goal is to create a “move in

spaces are good (move furniture away from

not like the look of it from the outside.

condition” feel.

walls and not in a line), you may even have

Complete Those DIY Jobs

Neutralize

Any jobs those been leaving for later will

Buyers

need doing, these can be anything from

envisioning how their possessions will

fixing any broken lights or ensuring all

look on your walls, so by neutralizing

door locks and latches work to removing

your decor, you can help give them the

any stains on the ceilings; and replacing

blank canvas they need to imagine your

Handyman

any missing or cracked tiles. Dont' forget

house as theirs. The easiest way to do

Your local Hire a Hubby should be able to

to fix leaky taps and make sure all the

this is to repaint any rooms in neutral

assist with much of the above, please call

smoke alarms and any security system

lighter colours and get rid of any coloured

0800 111 4664 or 07598 283548 or visit

you have installed is working properly.

wallpaper.

www.hireahubbygroup.com for assistance.

remove any dustbins or tidy them up if

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have

to remove some furniture to create space. a

hard

enough

time

It also helps to create a conversation area or space and replace lightbulbs with higher wattage bulbs. Uncover the windows to let as much light in as possible.

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make the most of your outdoor space With so many different looks available to make your outdoor space stand out, it can be difficult to

choose the right one for you and your garden. Luckily Hayley Thornton, Head of Home and Leisure at Wyevale Garden Centres, is here with some top tips for her favourite styles.

Marlow bistro set £199, Cole & Bright 10 LED lightbulb string lights £20, Glass lantern £16.99, all available at Wyevale Garden Centres – all other product stylist’s own.

The Urban Courtyard

chosen a string of colourful lights

Finally – if your space is grassless,

With so many people living in

and teamed this with creative

or paved with unattractive slabs

urbanised areas in homes with

planting at different heights and a

then invest in some slate chips to

limited outdoor space. Here is some

statement tree in a pot (that you

inspirational advice on how to get the

can take with you when you move)

cover them up. The chips come in

perfect Urban Courtyard look.

to give the space greenery and

"You don’t need a large garden to

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interest.

create an outdoor oasis, choose

Creating a statement wall is also

a small bistro set that doesn’t

another way to create interest in

dominate the space and set it

your small space – whether that’s

off by placing a few key products

by painting it a bold colour or

to sit alongside it. Here we’ve

training foliage up it.

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Atlanta 6 seater dining set [full set not shown] £1299, Outdoor cushion £9.99, Antique copper lantern £16.99, Metal tea light holder £6.99, Square glass candles £7.99, Classic blue tall egg pot £49.99, small pots from £9.99, all available at Wyevale Garden Centres – all other product stylist’s own.

Day to Night Tropical Dining

with

As the evenings start to get longer,

vibrant block colour wall with

we start to re-focus on our outdoor

lush foliage and bold flowers to

spaces as the perfect party and

transport your ordinary urban

dining spots. Here are a few top

garden to something from the

tips on how to update your outdoor

Mediterranean.

space with minimal effort so you’re garden party ready!

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this

look.

Combine

a

Using a minimalistic dining set allows you to go wild with soft furnishings to replicate that highsummer Mediterranean feel. I love these jungle-inspired cushions to

Ambient lighting is a key aspect

bring another pop of colour to the

of outdoor living, but large bright

set – the more colour the better!”

“We don’t need tropical weather

lights can be too overpowering.

to recreate the ultimate al fresco

For this look I recommend sticking

dining experience; it’s all about

to simple table top lanterns and

the use of colour and accessories

candles in beautiful glass holders

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Moreton casual dining set £1799 [whole set not shown], Outside In Eureka! BETA lantern £5, Pittsburgh industrial firepit £100, Blue zig-zag outdoor cushion £9.99, Blue heart outdoor cushion £9.99, plants shown from £8, planters shown from £49.99, White metal lantern with LED Candle £12.99, Rope tied glass lantern £11.99, Rope doorstop £11.99, all available at Wyevale Garden Centres – all other product stylist’s own.

Coastal Living More

and

more

people

are

embracing their gardens as the fifth room in their home. Here's how to bring the interiors outdoors and use soft furnishings to create a relaxed and liveable outdoor space.

“This year outdoor furniture is all about casual dining and modular sets like this one, much more

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and casual feel make these sets

A simple piece of fabric, dyed in a

the perfect centrepiece for an

colour that suits your space, will

outdoor living room.

create a beautiful texture and an

Accessories are key to this trend, choose plenty of cushions, paired

For more outdoor living ideas

with beautiful lanterns, candles

and

and soft lighting to make this space as comfortable and cosy as possible.

relaxed than their formal dining

Why not make a statement with

counterparts. The soft cushions

a canopy in your outdoor space?

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intimate feeling.”

products

head

to

visit

www.wyevalegardencentres.co.uk or your nearest Wyevale Garden Centre.

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NATURE NOTEBOOK

Sunshine

for the soul

30 Days Wild benefits health and wellbeing Sign up for nature to join The Wildlife Trusts’ annual challenge: 30 Days Wild.

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his June for the whole month, every day, everybody,

which illustrates its sustained impact. This is important as

everywhere, will be encouraged to enjoy nature on

it is happiness and connecting with nature that influence

their doorstep, as well as the ‘great outdoors’. The

improvements in health. Our study also shows that those who

Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales (WTSWW)

benefitted most were younger adults and those who weren’t

will be inspiring ‘Random Acts of Wildness’, practical, fun and quirky ideas that will connect people with the wild around them. Meander along a river bank, dance in a downpour, record a wild ringtone, meditate in a meadow or simply sip a glass of wine as the sun goes down and appreciate your garden. People can spend a few minutes, or a few hours each day enjoying nature - how they do it is up to them.

And it’s official - a daily dose of nature, even in bite size chunks, is good for you.

already ‘nature lovers’.”

This year 30 Days Wild is revelling in the glory of traditional meadows which bloom with wildflowers in June. 'Unimproved' pastures and meadows with their characteristic wealth of wild plants and animals are rare and fragmented - occupying just 5% of the area that they occupied in 1945. The Wildlife Trusts care for many that can be visited and enjoyed.

Apply for a FREE 30 Days Wild pack at www/welshwildlife. org/30-days-wild/, download the phone app or look online

The impact of taking part in 30 Days Wild has been tracked

for those inspirational Random Acts of Wildness. 30 Days

by academics at the University of Derby. Their study* found

Wild packs include a packet of UK native wildflower seeds,

that people who did something ‘wild’ each day for a month,

activity sheets, a calendar to record adventures, stickers, and

felt happier, healthier and more connected to nature. From

a poster. Share the fun of #30DaysWild on Twitter, Instagram

walking barefoot in the park to feeding garden birds, all sorts

and Facebook. WTSWW will be running wild events for all the

of activities proved positive for people – with added benefits

family throughout June.

for the natural world too.

Rebecca Vincent at The Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales

Dr Miles Richardson, Director of Psychology, who led the

says: “Last year thousands of people carried out 1.8 million

study, said: “The impact of 30 Days Wild adds to the compelling

Random Acts of Wildness during 30 Days Wild. That’s 1.8 million

argument for bringing nature into our everyday lives. Two

precious moments that brought people closer to nature and

months after taking part in 30 Days Wild, there was a 30 per

enhanced their lives. The Wildlife Trusts aim to double that

cent increase in the number of people who reported their

number this year – and we hope that the connections people

health as excellent. Last year’s results also show people’s

make with the wild around them will ensure that it is better

happiness continued to improve after 30 Days Wild ended,

protected for the future too.”

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BEAUTIFUL

BEACH BODY BEAUTIFUL Sunshine or no sunshine, we all love to look bronzed! Here are a few of our favourite products that either protect us from the sun or help us look sunkissed!

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beautiful palette warms your complexion

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luminous skin. Decadent oils help soften

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irritating broad spectrum

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Micropatch Vegetal to maintain skin’s natural

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hydration, with one sweep of this powder your skin will be protected and appear radiant.

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top tips for

busy mums Having children is one of the most positive, life-changing moments of our lives. It’s also one of the most challenging. They demand bags of energy, lots of time and a complete shift in focus. As a mother, it’s easy to let your own identity disappear into the background.

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ut here’s the thing... If you put yourself back

The life-saving pashmina

onto the agenda then your loved ones will

At the moment, you probably don’t have time for

benefit. They’ll gain from your confidence. Easy

make-up – not even the 90-second routine. Let’s face

to say, less easy (if not impossible) to do when

it, brushing your hair can sometimes feel like a luxury.

you’re a frazzled mum? Here are some tips and ideas:

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Throw on a pashmina or scarf in one of your `wow’ colours. Your skin will look bright and fresh – even when you’ve had zero sleep – and if you’ve chosen to breastfeed, it can double as a cover-up when you’re out and about.

Don’t fade to grey Children’s clothes are chock full of colour, personality and allround cuteness. It’s tempting to invest in them, and lose yourself in grey. Accessories are the easiest way to bring back your naturally colourful self.

OK, we hear you. Earrings and necklaces stay on for a nanosecond with a small curious baby who loves sparkly things. How about a bag? A really big colourful bag with lots of pockets. You get a practical way to carry all that stuff - wet wipes, tissues, toys, nappies, a change of clothes, snacks... But most importantly, you get to express your individuality.

Get comfortable in your skin... and your jeans Your body shape has changed. Even if you’ve fought like hell to get back to your pre-pregnancy size, those jeans may not zip up.

Don’t beat yourself up, it’s normal.

If you can invest in a new pair of jeans. They’re easy to wash, easy to wear and they’ll last for years. Go for the best possible fit in a colour that’s right for your season and they’ll work with anything in your wardrobe – warm and dark for Autumns, cool and deep for Winters, bright and blue for Springs, soft and cool for Summers.

Don’t forget, these are small steps and not a revolution. A beautifully coloured pashmina, a couple of accessories... something that makes you smile. Once you start feeling confidently `you’ again, your family will reap the benefits.

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WHAT ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS

AND WHAT CAN THEY DO FOR ME? The boring bit first - Dental Implants are a titanium post (like a tooth root) that is surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath the gum line that allows the dentist to mount replacement teeth or a bridge into that area. Implants do not come loose like a denture can. Treatments can vary from one single tooth implant to full mouth restorations.

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ental Implants protect your healthy bone.

IF YOU HAVE A MISSING FRONT OR BACK TOOTH :

Leaving empty spaces in your mouth

B An Implant will replace your tooth so you can stop

after losing one or more teeth can lead to

putting your hand to your mouth to hide the space

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and deterioration of some of your jawbone. When it is not being used to support a natural tooth, the jawbone deteriorates, losing strength and firmness.

Losing many teeth can also give the appearance of a

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B Enjoy life without being self-conscious

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FOOD & DRINK

CHILLI MONKFISH

WITH PRAWNS Situated at the bustling end of St Mary Street and a stone’s throw from the fantastic St David’s II retail development, Le Monde offers the freshest choice of fish, shellfish, steak and poultry.

Atmospherically lit and with banquet style tables and magnificent art deco style décor Le Monde is famous for its fresh display cabinets, live kitchen and unique environment.

Take a look at our impressive glass market style display and at our chalk boards of specials and fine wines. You can order here or at your table and then sit back and relax whilst the team of chefs prepare your meal to your liking in the open kitchen which is the centrepiece of this restaurant.

Le Monde is great for any occasion – business, a romantic meal, catching up with friends or a celebration. It’s easy to see why there are so many regulars – they come as much for the atmosphere as for the food.

Le Monde, 60 – 62 ST Mary Street, Cardiff, CF10 1FE Tel: 029 2038 7376 www.le-monde.co.uk

Ingredients

B Monkfish Tails B King prawns x4 (1 with the shell left on)

B Plain Flour B ¼ red chilli B 50ml Double cream B 5g coriander B A pinch of Paprika B 5g Butter B Salt and pepper to taste

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for 15 mins 3 Place 1 prawn (with the shell left on) into boiling water for 6-8 mins 4 Whilst the prawns is boiling, fry off the other King Prawns(Peeled) in a small amount of oil, add the cream and reduce by ½.

5 Add the coriander and chopped chilli. (this should take approx. 3-5 mins)

Method 1 Coat the monkfish with plain flour and butter and season with salt and pepper

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2 Place in the oven 185°C

6 Right at the end turn the heat to minimum and swirl in the butter.

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KEEPING ACTIVE Start/Finish: This walk starts and ends at Newton near Porthcawl.

Public Transport: Nearest Railway Stations at Bridgend with a regular X2 bus service linking Bridgend to Porthcawl (Newton is 1 mile). Visit ‘Traveline Cymru’ and use current timetables to check your journey.

Parking: There is a pay car park between the Church and the beach .

O/S Map: Explorer Map 151 Distances: 7 miles or 3 to 5 miles.

Time: Allow all day for main walk or half day for shorter route. The shorter walk is a ‘there and back’ walk along the wales Coast path from Newton and can be as long or short as you wish to make it.

Refreshments: There are pubs in Newton that serve meals and lunchtime snacks but it is advisable to take a picnic. Terrain: If there are strong winds, rough seas or very high tides, do not attempt this walk.

The main route is mainly flat and alongside the beach on low cliffs. The path can be rather uneven in a few places which means that walking boots/shoes are recommended. There is one steep climb on main walk, just take it slowly. History: Nearby Porthcawl used to be a thriving fishing port and now the harbour is a marina with berths for numerous large yachts. Newton is to the east of Porthcawl and is known for its sand dunes/burrows. There was once a rifle range here so don’t touch any suspicious objects or dig in the dunes. Merthyr Mawr is a National Nature Reserve featuring the second highest sand dune in Europe at 200 feet. It is part of a dune system that stretches from The Gower Peninsular to Ogmore and is home to many salt-loving species.

3: Where dunes dwindle, there is a path cutting corner off or you might prefer to go round end of dunes if you have walked along beach. Walk around edge of two ‘boggy’ areas. This river is tidal so do not attempt short cuts as mud can be dangerous.

If you follow path at foot of river cliff you should be fine. You may get glimpses of Ogmore Castle ahead.

Note: There are no public WCs in Newton! If there are strong winds, rough seas or very high tides, do not attempt this walk. The short walk option is a ‘there and back’ walk between points 1 and 3.

4: After ½ mile the Wales Coast Path cuts left away from River Ogmore. At this point you will be walking up left side of a tributary stream (Cwm Cwintin) until you reach a bridge. Please use bridge

1: From the Church, walk to car park up steps and turn left

to avoid any hidden mud. Continue up sandy slope with stream

(eastwards) along ‘Wales Coast Path’. Walk for two miles along

in woodland strip on left, crossing stream again before exiting

dunes. At low tide you might prefer to walk along beach where you

into a car park (with a WC) near ‘Candleston Castle’.

will see rock formations and lots of sea-shells! Ignore all paths on left until you reach estuary where River Ogmore joins sea.

5: This ‘Castle’ was a fortified Manor House and is hidden in trees to right. You need to leave car park at far end and follow

2: This is where the old ‘Rifle range’ used to be so beware of

a track up slope, passing second largest sand-dune in Europe

suspicious objects. If you wish to explore part of Merthyr Mawr

and on through woodland to curve left up past a quarry towards

Warren Nature Reserve there are a number of entrances over

Candleston Farm.

stiles but please return to same point to continue walk and take care not to get lost! If you take any route back towards sea, you will end up on Wales Coast Path between points 1 and 3. Keep walking eastwards towards Ogmore.

6: Just before you reach farm, turn left almost back on yourself and continue up slope round to right, above woodland, to an area of heathland.

7: Take footpath on left through a wooden kiss-gate and round to right. Continue along limestone ridge though two scrubby areas forking left at junction. Walk through native woodland and weave your way down this delightful woodland path. Shortly the path veers across valley and you can see across lines of old dunes towards the sea.

8: When you reach a crossroads in paths out in open, turn right and climb sharply up hill through sandy gap to higher path. Turn left and walk behind houses for ½ mile to edge of Newton.

9: Continue along sign-posted footpath through houses to a road near some allotments.

10: Turn right and walk round this road to Church where walk ends.

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Newton to Candleston Castle Circular

living history

MANSION HOUSE CARDIFF A Country House Retreat in the Heart of the City

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alking through the formal gardens and

On the first floor is a private apartment and en-suite

approaching the Victorian splendour of

guest bedrooms, which have hosted distinguished

the Mansion House, you would be forgiven

visitors including former prime ministers David Lloyd

for thinking you had arrived at a country

George and Winston Churchill, opera singer Adelina

house retreat. But you are within a stone’s throw of the

Patti, and even King George V. Hollywood couple Michael

bustling city centre of Cardiff.

Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones also enjoyed a short

Nestled in its own private grounds, this resplendent Grade II listed building was originally built in the mid -1890s for James Howell, founder of the famous city centre department store. A successful Cardiff businessman, James Howell opened his first shop in 1865. In 1890 he made arrangements to build a property on land leased from Lord Tredegar. The plans were for a large family home, which became known as ‘The Grove’, to house his 11 children. The house was bought by the Cardiff Corporation in 1913 and was used as the home of the

stay at Mansion House and members of the Royal family are regular visitors.

Today, Mansion House can be hired for weddings, lunches, meetings and events. Exclusive use of the house is part of the package, taking entertaining to a whole new level with a dedicated team on hand to offer the highest level of service and support for individual requirements. The picturesque, private gated gardens also offer a chance to relax and reflect in this unique city centre retreat.

Lord Mayor of Cardiff until 1971. The building had a major

Particularly popular are the Afternoon Teas held in the

overhaul in 1998 and is still in use for civic ceremonies

opulent, well-appointed rooms of Mansion House. A pot of

and plays host to important VIP guests to the city.

loose leaf tea from a choice selection, finger sandwiches,

The one unusual aspect of the Grade II listed house is that it has two front doors as James Howell wanted to ensure that the house could be divided in two in the future if needed. In the cellar, a wall was constructed which could have been extended upwards to divide the house in two.

The interior has retained many of its original features. The Mansion House’s grand, lavishly appointed rooms are a revelation, from the generously – proportioned Drawing Room complete with grand piano, to the Dining Room with chandeliers, an impressive collection of civic silver and a magnificent table setting. The imposing staircase in the main hallway provides a dramatic entrance, lit by a large north-facing window decorated with hand-chased glass.

dainty cakes and fancies, scones with fresh clotted cream with preserves are included in the price along with a guided tour of this fascinating house. Gift vouchers for Afternoon Teas are also available to purchase as a unique treat for friends and family.

The elegant Mansion House continues to play an important part in Cardiff’s civic life and that of its people who are able to enjoy the benefits of this prestigious city centre retreat.

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golden years

React to the Act: Older people have your say April 2016 saw the introduction of the Social Services and Well-being (Wales) Act – a new law that the Welsh Government

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says will give you more of a say in the care and support you receive.

he Act introduced a number of changes to the way

and arrange support for what you couldn’t do. You should

social care services are organised and delivered in

find it easy to access information and advice and be offered

Wales. It imposes duties on local authorities, health

support or someone to speak on your behalf if needed. There

boards and Welsh Ministers that require them to work

should also be more services available for help when needed

to promote the well-being of those who need care and support, or carers who need support.

so problems don’t get worse.

Carers also have an equal right to be assessed for support,

As it’s been over a year since the Act’s introduction, Age

to those they care for, and more people are entitled to Direct

Alliance Wales (an alliance of charities, including Age Cymru,

Payments (according to the Welsh Government).

working together to improve lives for older people), is looking for feedback as to how this new law has impacted on lives – especially with regard to support and services provided by local authorities. Can you or someone you know spare 10 minutes to help?

Age Alliance Wales wants to hear about the experiences of older people, families and carers who have accessed care and support services since April 2016.

If you’re aged 50 or over, or a family member or carer of some aged 50 or over and would like to share your experience, you’re invited you to complete a short survey. You can visit www. agealliancewales.org.uk and follow the link to the survey or download and return by email or post.

If you’re online check out the hastag and be sure to join the debate #reacttotheact If you’re not online and would like to take part or receive further

The changes brought about by the Act means you should be asked what matters to you and have a strong voice in deciding what you need to achieve well-being.

information, just get in touch.

Age Alliance Wales Ty John Pathy, 13/14 Neptune Court,

Assessments should look at what you could do yourself; what

Vanguard Way, Cardiff , CF24 5PJ

you could do with the help of friends, family or the community

Tel: 029 2043 1555

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our events diary

WIN TICKETS TO The 2017 August Bank Holiday sees Camper Calling return for not just 2, but 3 nights now at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire.

The three day family festival takes place in the stunning grounds of Ragley Hall in Warwickshire on bank holiday weekend between the 25 -27 August 2017.

A

mazing music from your best loved

Jam at Weston Park, the music and entertainment

bands, as well as introducing you to your

extravaganza quickly established itself as the

new favourites! Combine that with family

Midlands’s finest family friendly, boutique music

entertainment, adventure playgrounds, loads of

festival featuring some of the very best loved

activities including craft workshops, lake activities

bands and emerging new music.

and some seriously tasty food & drink, you'll be

The organisers of Camper Calling have pulled out

as busy - or as chilled out - as you choose!

all the stops to ensure that the August bank holiday

Three Lions chart toppers The Lightning Seeds

weekend is filled with a host of family friendly

will headline the opening night alongside rock

activities, from craft workshops to campfire tales,

legends Reef who perform on Saturday and

lake activities to children's circus shows. There

indie rockers Cast who perform on Sunday.

will be several live music stages, craft workshops, scrumptious street food, AüguztFest for the

90s indie legends Space, indie-punk act The Ordinary

Boys,

Birmingham

reggae

connoisseur of fine beer with a live Oompah Band,

stars

a fun fair, and an array of outdoor activities for

Musical Youth and X Factor break-out star Lucy

visitors of all ages. Brothers will also be serving up

Spraggan also join line -up alongside BBC Radio

a wide array of flavoured ciders.

2 favourite Betsy, UK reggae legends Backbeat Soundsystem, Ivor Novello Award-winning

The event is set in the opulent grounds of

Scott Matthews, Upbeat folksters CC Smugglers,

parkland, woodland and gardens of Ragley

rising British folk star Will Varley, Shropshire based

Hall. Surrounded by 27 acres of delightful ever-

indie-pop band Jack in a Box, Worcestershire pop/folk

changing gardens, the parkland contains the

band Grafton Ash, alt-rockers the Ravellas, acoustic

Children's Adventure Playground, Woodland

skiffle party band Thrill Collins, BBC Introducing stars

Walk, and Lakeside Picnic Area.

the Ragley Hall estate within 400 acres of

Animal Noise, rhythm and blues act The Atlantic

You don’t need to be a camper van owner or

Players, disco, synth popsters Smooth Ends and festival favourites Barbarella’s Bang Bang.

enthusiast to enjoy the festival. Camper Calling

Offering fabulous food and exciting activities for

a tent, motorhome, caravan or campervan,

all ages Camper Calling settled spectacularly into

Camping onsite will be available from across all

its stunning home at Ragley Hall in Warwickshire in

3 days, with free hot showers, a quieter family

2016. The brain-child of the team behind Camper

zone, plus VIP and clamping options.

has a relaxed atmosphere. You can camp in

Competition

Answer:

Ragley Hall, simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the

Name:

For your chance to win one of four pairs of tickets to Camper Calling at following question:

Which group is headlining the open night of Camper Calling?

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JUNE

Thursday 1st Castle Coch and Taff Trail Bike Tour Safehouse Hostel, Westgate Street, CF10 1DD. Join us for a guided tour of the Taff Trail, heading north to the quaint town of Tongwynlais and visiting Castle Coch. Starting at 11am every Monday-Thursday. Cost: £19.

Tel: 02920 372833 Beer Tasting Cardiff Bierkeller, Ground Floor, Stadium Plaza, Wood St, Cardiff, CF10 1LA. The Champions League Final 2017 is coming to Cardiff. To celebrate this fantastic event we will be holding our beer tasting event for the second year running. Hear from Peter Curran from Sport Wales on how hosting this world famous competition is great for Cardiff, Wales and for sport in this country.

Food will also be provided. Tickets: Members £15 + VAT/Non-Members £20 + VAT. Tel: 01633 242746 Friday 2nd St Donat’s Castle Tour UWC Atlantic College, St Donats Arts Centre, Llantwit Major, Vale of Glamorgan, CF61 1WF. Explore St Donat’s hidden delights on your guided tour through the castle and its exquisitely manicured Tudor gardens. Cost: £4-7. www.stdonats.com Saturday 3rd Signor Funk: Soul, Disco, Funk and Motown Gwdihŵ Café Bar, 6 Guildford Crescent, Off Churchill Way, Cardiff, CF10 2HJ. Get Ready to throw your funky moves, Cardiff’s meanest floor filler, Mr Signor Funk is back to bring

you a grooving mix of Motown, Northern Soul and bass-bouncing funk. £3 all night, 50% off drinks 9-10pm with a stamp. www.gwdihw.co.uk Wednesday 7th Family Concert Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Castle Grounds, North Road, Cardiff, CF10 3ER. Parents and children, families and friends – it is time to have some musical fun! This family concert includes two pieces with a theme around animals: Peter and the Wolf by Prokofiev and Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saens. Cost: £6/£4.

Tel: 029 2039 1391 Saturday 10th Dancing through life Sherman Cymru, Senghennydd Road, Cardiff, CF24 4YE. The Dance Centre presents Dancing Through Life. A journey all about growing up. Their annual dance show showcases the students from all areas of the School: Ballet, Tap, Modern, Contemporary as well as Street and Solo and Duo competitors. Cost: £10.

Tel: 029 2064 6900 Saturday 17th The Cardiff Story Great Get Together Cardiff Story Museum, The Old Library, Trinity Street, Cardiff, CF10 1BH. Celebrate our Cardiff communities at this fun event for all the family. Join us for activities all day including craft, music, food, storytelling, colouring, facepainting and trails. This event will be held in St John’s Churchyard Garden, The Hayes (next door to the museum) but if the weather is bad, it will be held in the museum! Cost: Free Entry.

Tel: 029 2034 6214

Sunday 18th PPODD SUMMER CONTEMPORARY POP-UP MARKET The Paget Rooms, Victoria Road, Penarth, CF64 3EG. Join us at The Paget Rooms for a day of shopping at our Summer contemporary market, filled with a selection of hand-picked stalls in the heart of Penarth. Expect all your senses to be stimulated with craft beer, jewellery, designer-makers, contemporary home accessories, vintage clothes great tunes and lots lots more. Cost: £1. ppoddblog.wordpress.com Thursday 22nd Spamalot Pontcanna Fields and Sophia Gardens, Cardiff, CF11 9XR. Monty Python’s Spamalot gallops into Sophia Gardens (to the sound of banging coconut shells). The uproariously witty spoof of King Arthur and his knights’ quest for the Holy Grail boasts a highkicking knights’ chorus line, killer rabbits, and a knight who continues duelling even after losing hims arms and legs.

Tel: 0333 666 3366 Saturday 24th Cardiff Triathlon Wales Millennium Centre, Bute Place, Cardiff, CF10 5AL. The third Cardiff Triathlon organised by Always Aim High Events, will take place on the weekend of 24-25 June. Transition and the event village will be situated outside the Wales Millennium Centre. The Cardiff Triathlon is the ultimate city race. There’ll be plenty to see and do on the day, with a wide range of refreshment stands, music, commentary and children’s entertainment. So come on down to the bay and join the festival atmosphere!

Tel: 029 2063 6464

SOUTH WALES BUSINESS AWARDS 2017 THE NOMINEES ARE!

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S Marketing is pleased to announce the nominees for the 2017 South Wales Business Awards. The short-listing process was incredibly difficult and competitive.

Each year sees an increase in applications and the standard of applications. However, 2017 has been unlike anything we have seen before. All records have been shattered for applications.

The nominees are as follows: Young Entrepreneur of the year: Richard Pring – Wales Interactive; Jenna McDonnell – Jenna McDonnell; Lauren Evans – Fablas Produce Ltd; Amy Price – The Social Butterfly Marketing Wales; Caryl Thomas – Sparkles Solutions; Jay Smith – Stage 8 Theatre School & Productions; Christian Evans – Sanktuary Investments New start-up of the year: Visionary Food ISSUE thirty ¯TWO Cardiff Solutions; Mabli;Now Knotweed Support; Copper

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Bar; Physical Activity Hub (PAH); Junior Dragons Football Development Wales; Bear Hug Sports

Retail & Tourism Business of the year: Penhein Glamping; Jon Ian Ltd; Tee It Up Golf; Weddings By Zoe; Artie Craftie; Limitless Trampoline Park; Copper Bar. Female Entrepreneur of the year: Valerie Ellis – Valerie Ellis Business Consultant; Rachel Bedgood – Complete Background Screening; Dawn Evans – Ajuda Training Academy; Sharon Stephens – Planet Veritas; Kate Thomas – Sylvia Williams Chemist; Jennie Gill – Little Inspirations Ltd; Hannah McCarten – McCarten Lettings.

Technological & Innovative Business of the year: Business News Wales; Hospital Innovations; Bar Foods; Mechtek Automation Ltd; Gower Plumbing & Gas; Forte Web

Solutions; Vale Laser Clinic.

Business Services Business of the year: Greenaway Scott; DataKom; Voice Box; Wolfestone Translations; Marketing Clarity; Kontroltek; A&R Contract Cleaners.

Business of the Decade: Wales Interactive; Hospital Innovations; Complete Background Screening; Cycle Training Wales; Wolfestone Translations WS Marketing would like to congratulate all those that have been nominated, and thank everybody who took the time and effort to apply.

Wesley Skene, South Wales Business Awards, WS Marketing

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WIN TICKETS TO SEE At Chepstow Castle, as of part of Castell Roc, on Sunday 20th August 2017 at 6.30pm! charts in the summer of 2015. They have performed at the Royal Variety Performance, twice on Britain’s Got a Talent, most recently the ten-year grand final compilation of past contestants, and become enormously successful internationally. Notably, they have performed for over 30 million people in Japan on Music Station on two separate occasions, completing a tour there and winning a gold disc award for top international artist alongside Sam Smith and Meghan Trainor. They have also completed two tours of America and signed a major record deal there.

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Collabro were originally a five piece of Jamie Lambert, Michael Auger, Matthew Pagan, Thomas Redgrave and Richard

ollabro are the world’s most successful musical

Hadfield. In 2016 Hadfield decided to leave the band in pursuit

theatre group. They met in 2014 above a pub

of other projects and his other band mates wished him well.

in London for their first rehearsal and only a month later went on to rouse the whole of the

Collabro, now made up of Matt, Tom, Jamie and Michael,

Hammersmith Apollo into a standing ovation during

are excited for the future and have already performed to

their first ever public performance of Stars in their first

7 million people on Soccer aid 2016 to critical appraise and

audition for Britain’s Got Talent. Having won their semi-

excellent reviews from the press for their first performance

final heat with over 63% of the votes, they then won the

as a four piece. Currently, the band are planning their next

overall competition with one of the biggest majorities ever

tours of Canada, Japan and America, their performance at

and subsequently signed to Simon Cowell’s label Syco,

the 2016 BBC Proms in the Park and are looking forward to

becoming label mates with the likes of One Direction, Little

producing their third album with Sony for early 2017.

Mix, Susan Boyle and Il Divo.

for tickets please contact CHEPSTOW CASTLE

In the two years since the competition, Collabro have

Box Office No: 01291 627122

released a number one debut album “Stars”, and their

www.castellroc.co.uk/collabro.html

follow up album “Act Two” peaked at number two in the

Tickets: £25.00

Competition

Answer:

Castle on Sunday 20th August, simply fill out the entry form with the

Name:

For your chance to win one of two pairs of tickets to Collabro at Chepstow correct answer to the following question:

What was the name of Collabro's debut album?

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